10 Feb 2012

Rock Island County, Jumers officials reach agreement

By James E Bohnsack

February 10, 2012

(Rock Island) Rock Island Counly officials are pleased lo announce that discussions with Jumers Casino Rock Island have resulted in an agreement that will provide revenue to the Counly of Rock Island.

County Board Chairman James E. Bohnsack, Statle Represenlolive Patrick Verschoore (D - Milan) ond State Senator Mike Jacobs (D - Moline) negociated with Casino officials over the last several months. The exact figure to be generated will be known wilhin the nexl week to ten days.

These funds will be used to offset costs the County incurs due to the Casino. Chairman Bohnsack expressed his appreciation to Representative Verschoore ond Senator Jocobs as well as Casino officials for diligence and assistance on this project.

Business, Economy & Finance

Author

Rick Martin

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