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Keep in mind, while smoking in casinos is still legal in Michigan, Tsai says it's off limits indoors under these new rules. Others may be feeling lucky or confident in the measures put in place, prepared to take personal responsibility. Some may feel like it's a gamble to visit the casino at this point. Casinos in total comprise 17 percent of the city of Detroit federal funds.' We are the highest industry, the largest tax contributor to the city of Detroit. 'That also, I know has affected the tax revenue that we contribute to the state. So we don't have revenue coming in,' said Tsai.

President and Chief Operating Officer David Tsai says these are just some of the many investments MGM has made on its own accord during the shutdown with health, entertainment, and the local economy at risk. They've even constructed a hand washing station in the middle of floor, put up plexi glass barriers and removed chairs to further promote social distancing.īut before anyone makes it near the slots, guests and employees will first have to walk by a couple of touchless thermometers, ensuring their temperature isn't elevated. 'All guests and employees are required to wear a masks while they're in our facility.'Īnd if you don't have a mask, MGM Grand Casino's got you covered. 'When you first enter, this is where we can provide hand sanitizer to sanitize obviously,' said David Tsai, MGM President and COO. They're collaborating with other casinos, and so they feel they're prepared to reopen safely. COMING UP 6:30: shows the safety protocols put in place ahead of TBD reopening /rrpZyrNYgE- Darren Cunningham WXYZ June 26, 2020

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