Town Manager: Potential exists for Rosie’s Gaming Emporium to come to Pulaski

Pulaski Town Manager Todd Day this afternoon released the following…

The Town of Pulaski is pleased to inform citizens that a potential opportunity exists for a Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, owned and operated by Churchill Downs Inc., to be located within the Town of Pulaski.

At this time, the project remains in its preliminary stages and there are several important steps that must occur before it can move forward. A home store front is still not solidified and a number of locations are being looked at by Rosie’s Gaming Emporium. Obviously, we will make public the location when it is selected.

One of the key requirements is obtaining the necessary number of voter signatures required by Virginia law to place the matter on a future ballot, potentially this coming November, for public consideration. If the required signatures are obtained and all statutory requirements are met, the citizens of Pulaski will have the opportunity to decide if Rosie’s Gaming Emporium has a future home in the Town of Pulaski.

I can tell you as Town Manager, this opportunity is a game changer and I’m excited for the community due to the new business draw, and for our existing businesses and how they will absolutely benefit from a potential Rosie’s Gaming Emporium being located in town.

The Town of Pulaski remains open for business and committed to pursuing and accepting opportunities that strengthen our local economy and also improve the socio-economic footprint. Economic development projects such as this massively generate new revenues, support local businesses, create jobs, strengthen community organizations and initiatives, and help reduce the need for future increases in taxes, fees and other costs of living borne by our citizens. All these numbers will be calculated and revealed in due time.

My office appreciates the interest and engagement of our residents and looks forward to providing future updates on this exciting opportunity. Rosie’s Gaming Emporium is a subsidiary of Churchill Downs Inc., which is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Churchill Downs Inc.  is best known as the home of the world-famous Kentucky Derby.