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Commissioners defer decision on Wyoming Horse Racing's proposed Green River move pending clarified resolution language
Summary
Wyoming Horse Racing representatives asked the county to update their address for pari-mutuel and simulcast operations in Green River, but commissioners requested clearer resolution language and tabled the matter for a later meeting.
Representatives of Wyoming Horse Racing (Pacesetter Racing and Gaming) briefed the Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners on a proposed relocation of their Green River pari-mutuel and simulcast facility to 420 Uinta Drive and sought county approval to update the address on their existing county authorization.
Why it matters: The move would enlarge the facility's square footage and amenities and the company projects higher tax revenue and local investment. Company leaders said the operator paid roughly $700,000 in taxes in 2024 split among state, county and city and projected more than $1 million annually if the improved facility is approved.
What happened at the meeting: Nick Hughes, president of Pacesetter…
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