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The reopening of Ohio casinos could potentially occur on June 19, although the specific details are still uncertain and subject to change.
Two weeks from now, OH Gov. Mike DeWine announced via a tweet on Friday that the state’s casinos and racinos will be allowed to reopen.
*UPDATE: In two weeks’ time, casinos, racinos, amusement parks, and water parks will be permitted to reopen. Furthermore, we have received the safety plans for the upcoming Memorial Golf Tournament scheduled for July 13-19, and we are granting our approval for the execution of that plan.*
On June 5, 2020, Governor Mike DeWine tweeted: “— Governor Mike DeWine (@GovMikeDeWine)”
Ohio casinos reopening plans
Gaming facilities in Ohio are subject to protocols mandated by DeWine’s office and the Ohio Department of Health.
The state offices have released a sector fact sheet for casinos and racinos in line with the “Responsible RestartOhio” initiative.
Additional guidelines may be applicable to different areas within gaming facilities, such as bars, restaurants, and salons.
To ensure a safe working environment, employees are required to adhere to a minimum of six feet of social distance while carrying out their job responsibilities. In cases where this distance cannot be maintained, the use of barriers between individuals is mandatory. Additionally, employees must wear face masks at all times, and hand sanitizer stations are to be made available in areas with high foot traffic.
While it is not mandatory for customers to wear face masks, the order strongly advises their usage. Additionally, businesses are mandated by the state to limit their occupancy to 50% of the fire code and regulate the entry of guests by staggering their arrival times.
In compliance with health recommendations, casinos have been mandated to implement measures for customer safety. Hand sanitizer will be readily available for customers, ensuring their access to proper hand hygiene. Additionally, to maintain social distancing, a maximum of three players will be permitted at each table, and slot machines will be rearranged accordingly.
As of now, the Ohio Casino Control Commission has not provided any additional instructions. Nevertheless, there is a possibility of changes within the upcoming two weeks. If no updates are given, casino and racino operators will be responsible for managing their operations independently.
As of now, no specific reopening dates have been announced by individual OH casinos or racinos. Moreover, it remains uncertain whether a two-week timeframe would be enough for these establishments to align with safe operational practices.
In states such as Michigan, casinos have made it mandatory for customers to wear face masks and undergo temperature screenings. In the next fortnight, each gaming facility operator will determine their respective policies regarding these measures.
Enthusiasm for gaming survives the shutdown
Despite the implementation of stringent health and safety measures, gamblers in various regions of the country have not refrained from visiting casinos. A notable illustration is the significant number of visitors observed at a casino in Mississippi during the Memorial Day weekend.
The potential success of OH casinos and racinos could be a positive sign for Detroit’s trio of commercial casinos, although currently, there is no set date for their reopening.
If Ohio achieves success, it could potentially influence Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan to expedite granting them clearance. However, this outcome may be contingent on the progress made by other businesses within Michigan.
No matter the outcome in MI, Ohio’s casinos now have a specific date to aim for. Those eager to indulge in gambling again should mark June 19 on their calendars.
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