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Newsmakers: Linn County voters approve casino referendum
Developers, supporters to move ahead with application to state Racing and Gaming Commission
NOV 8
Supporters of a Cedar Rapids casino will have another opportunity to develop a proposal for consideration by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, after voters approved a referendum Nov. 2 that permanently authorizes gaming in Linn County.
A total of 24,169 Linn County voters (54.7%) cast ballots in favor of the referendum, while 20,036 (45.3%) were opposed. A simple majority was required for approval.
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