Casino consultation process for the City of Toronto

The following message is from Ward 6 Councillor Mark Grimes’ Office:

Please find attached background information on the  Casino Consultation Process for  the City of Toronto:

Casino Consultation Plan – FINAL

Public consultation will be an important part of Council’s decision making process. The consultation will invite the public to give input, including potential concerns, principles and criteria that should be applied to decision making about a casino in Toronto.

The consultation will include a dedicated website with information on the issues described above, links to reports and an online and downloadable consultation workbook and feedback form.

There are many complex issues to consider regarding the establishment of a new casino. To support public learning, informed discussion and Council decision-making the consultation will include:

• Clear information to the public including the City’s role and the decision making process
• Council and Committee reports
• Preliminary assessments of the areas being considered for locating a casino as well as the possible social, economic, health and land use impacts
• Information on the City’s fiscal situation and potential revenue
• An online and downloadable workbook and feedback form to collect public input.
• Face-to-face public sessions with opportunities to learn more about the issues and provide input.