the Illinois Gaming Board issued a preliminary finding of suitability permitting the Golden Nugget casino in Danville Illinois to move forward. The finding of suitability was issued following a public presentation demonstrating that the casino presented by Danville Development,
LLC meets all preliminary requirements and qualifications for Board licensure. The Golden Nugget Danville casino will be one step closer to being granted a gaming license in the State of Illinois.
“We are thrilled! This is a major step in getting this project off the ground. We are pleased that the gaming board has recognized this project as viable and that it has met all the essential requirements. We are looking forward to becoming part of the amazing Danville community.” – James A. Wilmot, President Danville Development, LLC
“The issuance of suitability for the Golden Nugget Danville Casino is momentous for Danville and Vermilion County. Golden Nugget and Wilmorite have established world-renowned casinos around the country and we are ecstatic that they are investing in Danville. This means not only millions of dollars in revenue for the City, but hundreds of good paying jobs, additional patronage of our local businesses, quality entertainment, and much needed restaurants, all of which will improve the quality of life for our people.” – Mayor Ricky Williams, Jr.
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The proposed Golden Nugget Danville Casino will feature a 41,500 square foot gaming floor with 500 slot machines, 14 table games, two restaurants, including a Saltgrass Steakhouse, a sportsbook, and 650 surface parking spaces. The project will offer digital sports betting platform through Golden Nugget Online Gamin, Inc. (“GNOG”), which is controlled by Tilman Fertitta through his and Golden Nugget’s combined ownership stake and Mr. Fertitta’s role as CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors.
