Hamilton has an extra month to decide whether or not it wants a casino, according to an email from Mayor Bob Bratina to city council.
“After updating the OLG on our council's progress and awaiting the upcoming staff report, I suggested an extension of a month to continue our work,” the email reads. “They were supportive and agreeable. I look forward to council's input.”
Hamilton has been debating a possible casino since last year. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Commissions' lease to operate 801 slot machines at Flamboro Downs expires March 31.
The corporation had originally said it wanted the city to pass a motion by March 1 saying whether Hamilton still wants a gaming facility, and if so, where one could be located.
OLG spokesperson Tony Bitonti told CBC Hamilton the OLG has "always been flexible if a municipality needs more time."
"We want to make sure council and the mayor makes an informed decision based on facts," Bitonti said, adding that the OLG would now need a decision by mid to late March.
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