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Commission approves TVG ADW renewal, Kirkland OTB transfer and routine travel; minutes approved
Summary
The Washington Horse Racing Commission voted to renew ODS Technologies LP (TVG) ADW license for 07/27/2026–07/26/2027, approved a pending LLC transfer for the Kirkland OTB contingent on closing and other agency approvals, and approved meeting minutes and commissioner travel dates.
The Washington Horse Racing Commission on June 12 approved several routine licensing and administrative items, including the renewal of an advanced deposit wagering (ADW) license for ODS Technologies LP (TVG) and a transfer of assets for a Kirkland off‑track betting operation pending final agency approvals.
Executive Secretary Amanda Benton presented the ADW renewal packet for ODS Technologies LP, noting operational and financial details: "Their initial license was issued 07/27/2004. This annual advanced deposit wagering license renewal is governed by WAC 260-49090. Wagering was down 11.1%, and source market fee was down 11.9% in calendar year 2025 from calendar year 2024." Benton added five‑year trends showing wagering down roughly 23.4% since 2021 and provided bond and contract details (financial guarantee bond through 10/12/2026; contract with Emerald Downs through 05/31/2028). After brief remarks from Allison Myers (TVG representative), the commission moved to approve the license; Commissioner Bob Lopez moved, Commissioner Claude Bridal seconded, and the chair called the motion carried by voice vote.
On the Kirkland OTV/OTB application, Amanda Benton explained Maverick Kirkland Cardroom LLC is acquiring assets from Maverick Kirkland 2 LLC and will operate at the same location; final approvals from the Liquor and Cannabis Board and the Gambling Commission are contingent on the asset transfer closing. Commissioners moved to approve the transfer pending the final closing and required agency licenses; the motion carried.
The commission also approved the April 17 meeting minutes by voice vote and approved commissioner travel to four upcoming events (June 19 HBBA general meeting; Emerald Downs anniversary June 20; Colette Burgum memorial races July 18; Legislators' Day July 19) after a motion and second.
The commission did not record roll‑call tallies in the transcript for these items; the chair announced each motion carried and staff will circulate signed orders or minutes where appropriate.
