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A Press Release from Rock Gaming regarding MBE Construction Contracts for Casinos in Cleveland and Cincinnati
For Immediate Release
Contact:
Jennifer Kulczycki
Rock Gaming LLC
(313) 373-3033
Cleveland and Cincinnati Casino Projects Report $77 Million in
Construction Contracts to Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses
January 24, 2011 (CLEVELAND and CINCINNATI) – Rock Ohio Caesars LLC (ROC), the owner and developer of urban casinos in downtown Cleveland and downtown Cincinnati, today reported the company has awarded 41 percent of construction contracts to certified minority- and women-owned businesses through December. The contracts total more than $77 million to companies with Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certifications.
Prior to the start of construction, ROC voluntarily established a 20 percent economic inclusion goal for construction contracts to MBE/WBE companies. Collaboration with the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, Cleveland and Cincinnati elected officials, NAACP leadership, diversity consultants and construction management teams, coupled with ROC’s strong focus, has allowed the casino developer to far surpass its goal.
To date, construction contracts valued at $98.8 million have been awarded for the 300,000 sq. ft. Horseshoe Casino Cleveland, with 46.6 percent awarded to MBE and WBE certified companies. The casino is expected to open this spring with total construction spend estimated at $107 million.
In Cincinnati, where ROC is developing a 354,000 sq. ft. casino, total construction spend is estimated at $150 million. Through December, ROC has awarded contracts valued at $89.1 million, with 34.8 percent awarded to MBE and WBE certified companies. The casino is expected to open in spring 2013.
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Rock Ohio Caesars: Construction Contracts Awarded through Dec. 2011
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Total
Total Contracts
$98,878,550
$89,158,122
$188,036,672
MBE/WBE $
$46,059,694
$31,066,263
$77,125,957
MBE/WBE %
46.6%
34.8%
41.0%
About Rock Ohio Caesars
Rock Ohio Caesars LLC (ROC) is a joint venture comprised of Midwest-based Rock Gaming LLC and the world’s most geographically diversified casino entertainment company, Caesars Entertainment Corporation. ROC is developing and will operate full-service casinos in downtown Cincinnati and downtown Cleveland under the Horseshoe brand. Combined, Horseshoe Casino Cincinnati and Horseshoe Casino Cleveland will generate 11 million visits to the urban cores and add to both cities’ already impressive offering of sports, entertainment, dining and cultural attractions, while creating more than 3,000 new jobs.
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