New Jersey Standardbred breeders and owners will fight for casino gaming
September 24, 2016,by Courtney Stafford, Publicity Consultant for SBOANJ
Manalapan, NJ — Despite the suspension of a statewide campaign to encourage residents to support casino gaming outside of Atlantic City, the Standardbred Breeders & Owners Association of New Jersey today announced that it would continue its grassroots efforts to help pass the ballot question that could provide much needed revenue to bolster New Jersey’s struggling horsemen.
“It’s frustrating that the best financed advocates for casino gaming in North Jersey decided to pull the plug on their statewide campaign,” said Mark Ford, President of the SBOANJ. “Our members now must use our limited financial resources to drive the message to voters that a YES vote on Question 1 will provide our industry with additional revenue to continue offering the residents and taxpayers of New Jersey important entertainment and quality of life benefits. Even if others are stepping back from the fight, the horsemen have no choice but to step up and do our part.”
This Nov. 8, voters will choose whether to allow casino gaming outside of Atlantic City. If the ballot question passes, the New Jersey Legislature could authorize two new casinos to be built in northern New Jersey. A percentage of the state tax revenue collected from the new casinos would be dedicated to supporting the horse racing industry.
The SBOANJ has scheduled a series of media interviews, public appearances, and social media events to highlight the Association and the benefit its members bring to their towns and communities.
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