The bolded I can agree with totally.

 

I remember posting an article in a previous thread on here about gambling that one of the Indiana towns had seen an increase in crimes of fraud, DUI's and the like, too.

 

So with the good comes the bad.

 

And you employ more police to deal with that.Again more people at work.:thumb:

When I lived in NKY some 6-7 years ago, I remember a news story that Lawrenceburg was flush with money. If I remember correctly, they had replaced all of their police cruisers and increased the size of the police force, replaced their fire equipment and increased the size of their fire department, had upgraded and expanded their water and sewer systems, repaired and repaved all their streets, built new sidewalks and STILL had plenty of money. I believe the city was debt free and they were looking for things to spend money on. I can definitely see how this would be a boon to any and all Kentucky communities. While I agree with LBBC about government waste, I beleive that waste and misappropriation is greatly reduced when monies are kept locally.

 

I believe there is also a bunch of money available to high school graduates for college. What was left unsaid is that for the most part Lawrenceburg didn't see the downside to the gambling issue because so many people come from elsewhere to gamble there.

I guess I should have reviewed the site before I posted it, huh? There was info. on there at supported slots at tracks across the state, but I don't see it anymore. SORRY.

No problem

I believe there is also a bunch of money available to high school graduates for college. What was left unsaid is that for the most part Lawrenceburg didn't see the downside to the gambling issue because so many people come from elsewhere to gamble there.

 

So considering the fact that many of those going to the boats are from Kentucky, I guess it's safe to assume that we are already dealing with the results of the downside of gambling. That being the case, there really is no argument for NOT having casino gambling here.

So considering the fact that many of those going to the boats are from Kentucky, I guess it's safe to assume that we are already dealing with the results of the downside of gambling. That being the case, there really is no argument for NOT having casino gambling here.

 

Sure there is a case, if it is made easier to access the gambling then the social problems associated with it will grow proportionally. Right now a large portion of KY cannot easily get to the casinos. The question is, are the additional problems worth the additional revenue? Another argument for not having casino gambling centers on religious objections.

I find it humorous, to be kind, that there is anyone in this state that would object to gambling when we are well regarded as the center of the Horse Racing industry. An industry, mind you, that exists hand-in-glove with gambling. You can bet on a horse race, but not double down on 11? Okay.

 

If we are going to ban something because someone, somewhere, may abuse it and become a burden on society than I look forward to us banning all tobacco and alcohol. That'll be a joyous day. Until then, let's allow those able to make solid decisions to do just that.

Sure there is a case, if it is made easier to access the gambling then the social problems associated with it will grow proportionally. Right now a large portion of KY cannot easily get to the casinos. The question is, are the additional problems worth the additional revenue? Another argument for not having casino gambling centers on religious objections.

 

Would casinos be looking to invest in areas where casino type gambling is not already easily accessible? Louisville and NKY are within in minutes of them, Lexington is within an hour or so and the Ashland area is about an hour from a dog track with OTB and slots. Not sure how close those in the western end of the state are, but these are the most populous areas I am familiar with. I think most of the population is close enough to go if they want to.

I find it humorous, to be kind, that there is anyone in this state that would object to gambling when we are well regarded as the center of the Horse Racing industry. An industry, mind you, that exists hand-in-glove with gambling. You can bet on a horse race, but not double down on 11? Okay.

 

If we are going to ban something because someone, somewhere, may abuse it and become a burden on society than I look forward to us banning all tobacco and alcohol. That'll be a joyous day. Until then, let's allow those able to make solid decisions to do just that.

I deal with many that cannot do that.

I find it humorous, to be kind, that there is anyone in this state that would object to gambling when we are well regarded as the center of the Horse Racing industry. An industry, mind you, that exists hand-in-glove with gambling. You can bet on a horse race, but not double down on 11? Okay.

 

If we are going to ban something because someone, somewhere, may abuse it and become a burden on society than I look forward to us banning all tobacco and alcohol. That'll be a joyous day. Until then, let's allow those able to make solid decisions to do just that.

 

There in lies the problem, the horse racing industry does not want casinos to come in unless they have control over it. This way they won't have to worry about competition. This is the real reason Kentucky doesn't have it already. They want us to think it is for moral reasons when in fact it is all about protecting their turf as it were.

I deal with many that cannot do that.

 

So? Those people are always going to exist, do we limit everyone else's options because of a lost few? I certainly hope not.

There in lies the problem, the horse racing industry does not want casinos to come in unless they have control over it. This way they won't have to worry about competition. This is the real reason Kentucky doesn't have it already. They want us to think it is for moral reasons when in fact it is all about protecting their turf as it were.

 

I agree wholeheartedly that is an issue.

So? Those people are always going to exist, do we limit everyone else's options because of a lost few? I certainly hope not.

If it is a need, I understand going ahead with it.

 

But this is nowhere near a need. It is luxurious want that somehow people think going to lay a $50 on black makes their life better while it at the same time buts a huge stumbling block in front of others.

Would casinos be looking to invest in areas where casino type gambling is not already easily accessible? Louisville and NKY are within in minutes of them, Lexington is within an hour or so and the Ashland area is about an hour from a dog track with OTB and slots. Not sure how close those in the western end of the state are, but these are the most populous areas I am familiar with. I think most of the population is close enough to go if they want to.

 

Owensboro has access to the casino in Evansville. It will be interesting if it passes on where they would put them. If they go into like areas then the economic impact will be severly curtailed as they go head to head with existing casinos. Lexington and perhaps Bowling Green would make out the best as there is nothing really close to them.

I'd say the Ashland area could do quite well with one.

I deal with many that cannot do that.

I personally have issues with junk food.

 

I'm overweight, I spend a big chunk of my disposable income on it and I know I am much more likely then someone who doesn't consume it to have health issues.

 

Since I have such issues and because others do as well should junk food be outlawed?

 

I read in the CJ today that the Louisville Metro Council is going to consider banning transfats in all food service establishments in Louisville.

 

The government can't (nor should they) ban everything that MAY cause hardships on someone. It will take a majority vote of Kentuckians to approve expanded gaming. If a majority vote against it then so be it BUT the people should get a chance to vote.

 

And FWIW while I do enjoy the occasional poker game I doubt seriously that I will patronize a casino if it opens.