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casinos and would, however, the State and local units of government would benefit directly from the tax <br />revenues generated as the result of permitting expanded types of gaming at these facilities; and <br />Whereas, permitting slot machines at Running Aces Harness Park and Canterbury Park would generate <br />some $400 million annually in economic activity for the State and create some 500 new jobs, while <br />generating more than 100 million annually in new revenues that could help balance the state's current <br />budget shortfall, while providing resources to meet state funding priorities; and <br />Whereas, the Minnesota Gambling Control Board is a 'best practice' regulator and oversight body for <br />'gaming' governance and both Running Aces Harness Park and Canterbury Park have established a track <br />record of consistent compliance with all regulatory requirements in their respective operations. <br />Whereas, NMMA encourages Running Aces Harness Park to <br />input and position on this subject. <br />consult <br />Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the North Metro Mayors Association supports Running Aces Harness <br />Park's request that the Administration and the Minnesota State Legislature pass legislation to integrate <br />electronic gaming machines and related equipment into the existing gaming opportunities offered at <br />Minnesota's two state licensed and regulated race tracks and card rooms. <br />Adopted by the North Metro Mayors Association Board of Directors on February 9, 2011. <br />Acknowledged by: <br />Its: Executive Vice President <br />Date: February , 2011 <br />with and seek the City of Columbus' <br />