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| Grand Victoria Casino Elgin | |
|---|---|
| Location | Elgin, IL 60120 United States |
| Address | 250 South Grove Avenue |
| Opening date | October 6, 1994 |
| Total gaming space | 29,850 sq ft (2,773 m2) |
| Notable restaurants | Buckinghams Indulge Prime Burger Bar Crave Deli |
| Casino type | Riverboat |
| Owner | Caesars Entertainment |
| Website | grandvictoriacasino.com |
The Grand Victoria Casino Elgin is a riverboat casino in Elgin, Illinois, United States, located about 40 mi (64 km) west of Chicago.[1] It is owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment.
Filed Under: Christopher A. Turner, Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, Grand Victoria Casino, prostitution, rape. As they would if they passed casino guards on their way to gamble aboard the boat.
History[edit]
- Details about $25 CASINO CHIP - GRAND VICTORIA CASINO RISING SUN. $5 casino chip CARNIVAL Cruise Lines 2000 Cruise Into The Millennium Poker Token.
- 'The ferry boat will drive traffic to the beautiful towns of Rising Sun & Rabbit Hash, while providing more convenient access to our resort amenities, including gaming, dining, golf, our hotels & RV Park along with our remodeled Pavilion,' said Ben Douglass, General Manager of Rising Star Casino Resort.
The casino was developed by Gold Strike Resorts and Hyatt.[2] It opened its doors on October 6, 1994.[2]
Gold Strike was acquired in 1995 by Circus Circus Enterprises, which later changed its name to Mandalay Resort Group, and was then acquired by MGM Mirage in 2005.[3] At the time of the merger in 2005, management of the property was transferred from Mandalay to Hyatt.[4]
In August 2018, MGM and Hyatt sold the casino to Eldorado Resorts (later renamed as Caesars Entertainment) for $328 million.[5][6]
Casino[edit]
The casino employs about 1,440 people.[7] The 29,850 sq ft (2,773 m2) facility consists of approximately 1,100 video poker and slot machines in addition to 36 table games.[8]
In addition to games, the casino has banquet and dining facilities including Buckinghams, Indulge Buffet, Crave Deli, and the Prime Burger Bar.[9]
Economic contributions[edit]
Each year the Grand Victoria Casino Elgin donates 7.5% of its adjusted net operating income to the Kane County Board and 12.5% to the Grand Victoria Foundation.[7] In 2008, Kane County received about $8 million to use for internal programs, about $1 million of which was available for projects benefiting the county's educational, environmental, and economic needs.[10] Grants for these projects are recommended by Kane County's riverboat committee, but both the executive committee and the county board must approve the funds before they can be distributed.
In addition to the Kane County Board and the Grand Victoria Foundation, The city of Elgin receives its own portion of the Grand Victoria's revenue. Casino profits led to the removal of the $25 vehicle license fee as well as a yearly property tax rebate for senior citizens.[11] Today, the city continues to allocate funds for housing restoration. In 2007 specifically, the city allocated twice as much money as usual for housing rehabilitation.[12] Money is also dedicated to the following causes:
- Toy collecting
- Not-for-profit organizations
The Grand Victoria Foundation sponsors additional community programs, such as film screenings, at Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin.[13]
Revenue reports since 2000[edit]
According to the Daily Herald, in 2007 the Grand Victoria Casino Elgin generated more revenue than any other Illinois casino,taking in $437 million, a rise of 13% since 2000. This increase in revenue came as a result of tightening slot machines, and occurred despite a 32% drop in attendance between 2000 and 2007.[14][15]
As Illinois Gaming Board reports illustrate, the 2008-2009 economic recession led to an overall decrease in revenue among Illinois casinos, particularly the Grand Victoria. The casino's revenue of $25 million for the month of February, 2009 was down 9.9% from the previous year and down 24% from 2007.[16][17] The Smoke Free Illinois Act, which banned smoking in all enclosed workplaces beginning January 1, 2008, also severely reduced casino attendance.[18][19] Casino industry officials estimated that Illinois would receive about 20% less in monetary contributions from the casino over the course of 2008, a difference of nearly $144 million.[20]
In an attempt to make up for lost revenue, the Grand Victoria and other Illinois riverboat casinos petitioned for permission to distribute free alcoholic beverages. Supporters of a proposed bill said that the existing law was unclear, while opposing groups cited increased gambling addiction as a likely consequence if free alcohol distribution were to be legalized.[21]
In 2018, the Grand Victoria was third among Illinois riverboat casinos, with gross receipts of $160.7 million.[22]
References[edit]
- ^Sanborn, Tele Atlas (2009), Google Maps, retrieved 2009-03-29
- ^ abSiewers, Alf (October 7, 1994). 'Elgin sees dollar signs as casino boat sets sail'. Chicago Sun-Times – via NewsBank.
- ^IL Campaign for Political Reform, 2005, archived from the original on 2008-11-20, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^'Hyatt affiliate to manage Grand Victoria'. Kane County Chronicle. Geneva, IL. April 29, 2005 – via NewsBank.
- ^Corilyn Shropshire (April 16, 2018). 'Elgin's Grand Victoria Casino to sell for $327.5 million'. Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2018-04-23.
- ^'Eldorado Resorts completes acquisition of Grand Victoria Casino' (Press release). Eldorado Resorts. August 7, 2018. Retrieved 2018-08-07 – via Business Wire.
- ^ abIllinois Casino and Gambling Association, Grand Victoria Casino, archived from the original on 2009-01-20, retrieved 2009-03-02
- ^Elgin Riverboat Resort D.B.A. Grand Victoria Casino (1998–2009), Grand Victoria Casino Elgin - Property Overview, archived from the original on 2009-04-16, retrieved 2009-03-29
- ^Elgin Riverboat Resort D.B.A. Grand Victoria Casino (1998–2009), Grand Victoria Casino Elgin - Dining, archived from the original on 2009-04-15, retrieved 2009-03-29
- ^Hague, Leslie (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Alft, E.C., ElginHistory.com, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^Moylan, Sue (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Moylan, Sue (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Ryan, Joseph (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Ryan, Joseph (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Illinois Gaming Board (2009), Illinois Gaming Board(PDF), archived from the original(PDF) on 2009-04-07, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Johnson, Steven Ross (2009), Suburban Chicago News, retrieved 2009-03-31
- ^Illinois General Assembly, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^Casino City Times, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^Filas, Lee (2008), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^Associated Press (2009), Daily Herald.com, retrieved 2009-04-02
- ^'Illinois Gaming Board - Annual Reports'. www.igb.illinois.gov. Retrieved 2020-10-27.
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Aztar Indiana Gaming Corp
Aztar Indiana Gaming Corp. | |||
| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 38,360 sq. ft | ||
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat Opening Permanent Pavilion Opening Date | December 8, 1995 December 8, 1995 October 17, 1996 | ||
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 44,000 sq. ft. 4 Restaurants 2 Bars/Lounges 1 Premium Passenger Lounge 1 Retail Shop | ||
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 2,500 300 | ||
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | December 17, 1996 251 1 Restaurant/Buffet 5 Meeting Rooms Room Service | ||
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 2,086,712 | ||
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,359 73 | ||
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,264 | ||
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 37,040 sq. ft | ||
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat & Pavilion Opening | August 2 2, 1997 August 2 2, 1997 | ||
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 87,500 sq. ft. 1 Restaurant 1 Restaurant w/bar 1 Lounge w/bar 1 Snack Bar | ||
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 3,000 500 | ||
| Projected Hotel Open Date * Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | December 1999 200 | ||
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 1,14 2, 260 | ||
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,199 51 | ||
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,0 21 | ||
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Empress Casino Hammond Corp.
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 42,923 sq. ft |
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat & Pavilion Opening | June 29, 1996 June 29, 1996 |
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 107,000 sq. ft. 3 Restaurants 2 Bars 1 Retail Shop |
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 2,450 185 |
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | Not Applicable |
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 5,498,234 |
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,374 55 |
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,697 |
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] | Sunday - Saturday 8am-10am 10am-12pm 12pm-2pm 2pm-4pm 4pm-6pm 6pm-8pm 8pm-10pm 10pm-12am 12am-2am 2am-4am |
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Grand Victoria Casino & Resort
Grand Victoria Casino Boat Show
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 62,600 sq. ft | ||
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat Opening Permanent Pavilion Opening | October 4, 1996 October 4, 1996 July 25, 1997 | ||
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 125,000 sq. ft. 1 Restaurant 1 Restaurant w/bar 1 Lounge w/bar 1 Snack Bar | ||
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 2,700 296 | ||
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | July 25, 1997 201 pool | ||
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 3,065,981 | ||
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,314 80 | ||
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,606 | ||
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] |
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Indiana Gaming Company, L.P.
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 75,000 sq. ft | ||
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat and Pavilion Opening | December 13, 1996 December 10, 1997 | ||
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 200,000 sq. ft. 1 Fine Dining Restaurant 1 Buffet Restaurant 1 Entertainment Lounge 1 Bar | ||
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 4,000 400 | ||
| Projected Hotel Open Date* Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | May 1, 1998 300 | ||
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 3,282,884 | ||
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,734 97 | ||
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,587 | ||
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] |
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Majestic Star Casino
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 43,000 sq. ft |
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Pavilion Opening Permanent Boat Opening | June 11, 1996 June 11, 1996 October 27, 1997 |
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 77,313 sq. ft. See Notes Below |
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 3,000 500 |
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | Not Applicable |
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 2,821,022 |
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,550 69 |
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,132 |
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] | Sunday-Saturday 8am-10am 10am-12pm 12pm-2pm 2pm-4pm 4pm-6pm 6pm-8pm 8pm-10pm 10pm-12am 12am-2am 2am-4am |
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RDI/Caesar's Indiana
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 93,000 sq. ft | ||
| Permanent Boat Opening Permanent Pavilion Opening | Unknown Unknown | ||
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 170,000 sq. ft. 4 Restaurants Multi-purpose Coliseum Room 110 acre Nature Preserve Area 18 Hole Champion Golf Course Child Development Facilities Retail Shopping | ||
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons** Crewmembers | Estimated 4,200 Estimated 800 | ||
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | Unknown 500 | ||
| Total Admissions for 1997 | Not Applicable | ||
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 2,853 142 | ||
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 90 | ||
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Showboat Marina Casino Partnership
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 53,000 sq. ft |
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat & Pavilion Opening | April 18, 1997 April 18, 1997 |
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 105,000 sq. ft. 2 Restaurants 2 Bars Retail shop |
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 3,750 500 |
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | Not Applicable |
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 3,453,747 |
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,699 82 |
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,392 |
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] | Sunday-Saturday 9am –11am 11am-1pm 1pm-3pm 3pm-5pm 5pm-7pm 7pm-9pm 9pm-11pm 11pm-1am 1am-3am 3am-5am |
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 53,000 sq. ft |
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat & Pavilion Opening | April 18, 1997 April 18, 1997 |
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 105,000 sq. ft. 2 Restaurants 2 Bars Retail shop |
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 3,750 500 |
| Hotel Open Date Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | Not Applicable |
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 3,453,747 |
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,699 82 |
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,392 |
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] | Sunday-Saturday 9am –11am 11am-1pm 1pm-3pm 3pm-5pm 5pm-7pm 7pm-9pm 9pm-11pm 11pm-1am 1am-3am 3am-5am |
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Trump Indiana, Inc.
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| Square Footage of Present Vessel | 37,300 sq. ft |
| Commencement of Full-time Gaming Permanent Boat & Pavilion Opening | June 11, 1996 June 11, 1996 |
| Size of Pavilion and Amenities | 77,313 sq. ft. See Notes Below |
| Capacity of Boat: Patrons Crewmembers | 2,595 250 |
| Projected Hotel Open Date* Number of Guest Rooms Amenities | September 1998 300 Coffee Shop 2 Banquet Rooms Gift Shop |
| Total Admissions for 1997 | 3,431,049 |
| Number of EGDs: Number of Table Games | 1,393 59 |
| Employees as of December 31, 1997 | 1,073 |
| Cruise Schedule [Subject to change] | Sunday-Saturday 9am-11am 11am-1pm 1pm-3pm 3pm-5pm 5pm-7pm 7pm-9pm 9pm-11pm 11pm-1-am 1am-3am 3am-5am |
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