The money is earmarked for Chicago s underfunded police and fire pension programs. The majority of the city s future casino revenues also will go toward its pension obligations.
The Democratic-controlled council voted 41-7 to endorse Mayor Lori Lightfoot s recommendation for the Bally s casino project and to forward it to the Illinois Gaming Board for final approval.
A casino can bring in a lot of money for Chicago, however, neighbors are concerned it will also bring trouble in the way of traffic congestion, crime and construction inconvenience.
With three community meetings complete, the roulette ball bounces back to Mayor Lori Lightfoot, who is expected to make her decision within the next two months and pick one of three proposed Chicago casino locations.