Key Moments:
- Aurora is evaluating a proposal to raise the maximum number of video gaming terminals per establishment from five to six
- The total number of allowed gaming terminals in the city would rise by 40, bringing the citywide limit to 240
- Officials project that the expansion could generate more than $200,000 in additional annual revenue for the city
Proposed Expansion Plan
Aurora officials have presented a plan that would permit establishments with gaming licenses to increase their allotment of video gaming terminals from the current maximum of five to six. The suggested changes would also raise the citywide cap by 40, resulting in a new total limit of 240 terminals within Aurora’s boundaries.
Revenue Goals for City and Local Businesses
The primary aim of this proposal is to deliver a financial boost to both local business owners and city revenue streams. City representatives anticipate that the adjustment could bring in over $200,000 each year for Aurora.
City Council Committee Presentation
Deputy Chief of Staff Nicholas Richard-Thompson delivered these details to the Aurora City Council’s Rules, Administration and Procedures Committee in a presentation during the committee’s meeting on October 7.
| Current Terminal Cap | Proposed Terminal Cap | Projected Additional Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | 240 | >$200,000 |
- Author
Daniel Williams
