On July 12, 2024, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission met and approved a timeline for the submission and review of applications for a casino in Linn County. The timeline included application due dates, application presentations, sites visits, public comment and a market study.
Submitted Applications
Cedar Rapids Development Group
Linn County Application Timeline
8/15/2024 - Due date for Market Study Proposals
8/29/2024 - RFP presentations by potential Market Study vendors
9/16/2024 - Due date for new casino applications
10/3/2024 - New casino applicant presentations
11/20/2024 - Site visits with Q&A for Commissioners; Public comment meeting
11/21/2024 - DCI background reports (Executive Session)
12/30/2024 - Market Studies due in Commission office
1/23/2025 - Public presentation of Market Studies
2/6/2025 - Commission vote on casino application