First it was slot revenue. Then it was table game revenue. Now it appears that Pennsylvania casinos may once again be moving in
Those employees may soon look to the growing casino industry in Pennsylvania for work. Pennsylvania casinos have been experiencing growth in both revenue and the amount of actual casinos in the state. Last month, the latest casino opened in Philadelphia when the SugarHouse Casino finally arrived.
"I knew there was a chance that I would lose my job," said one former AC casino worker who wished to remain anonymous. "The crowds have been getting smaller and smaller, and there was no way that the casino could keep all of its employees. I am actually surprised it took as long as it did."
That worker, and dozens of others that lost their jobs in Atlantic City may be heading to Pennsylvania for employment. The Pennsylvania casinos have been hiring workers in all fields, from dealers, to pit bosses, to hospitality workers. Just last week another job fair was held in Pennsylvania for casino workers.
Earlier this year, Pennsylvania lawmakers, at the urging of Governor Ed Rendell, completed legislation that legalized table games in the state. The casinos in Pennsylvania unveiled and started operating those table games back in July. The months since the table games have been packed with customers for Pennsylvania casinos.
Last December, Pennsylvania casinos took the first major step towards overtaking New Jersey as the gaming capital of the East Coast. Slot revenue was higher in Pennsylvania than in Atlantic City for the first time ever, With table games now a reality, there is not much doubt in many analysts' minds that Pennsylvania could become a major casino player in the US in the coming years.
The New Jersey Casino Control Commission released figures this week that show all eleven casinos in Atlantic City cut payroll in September. It is a trend that has been ongoing for months. The AC casino industry hit a lull during the economic recession and has not yet rebounded. Some analysts are wondering whether the pre-recession revenue figures will ever be seen again in AC.
October 6, 2010
Posted By Terry Goodwin
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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