Others, however, might see the site as having drawbacks. The proposed site covers 35 acres and could include another 15 to 20, Chalmers-Currin said. The proposal calls for 2,000 gaming positions, a high-end restaurant and food hall, a 200-room hotel and 36,000 square feet for small conventions, concerts or similar events. She said the proposal includes partnerships with minority-owned businesses and calls for the site to include an area dedicated to the multicultural history of the south suburbs. “I believe this project will be an asset not just to Matteson, but to the entire Southland Region,” said Matteson Village President Sheila Chalmers-Currin. “After interviewing multiple casino operators, we felt the team led by the Choctaw Nation provided the best combination of experience, vision, community engagement and a financially feasible plan.” Developer places opening bet in south suburban casino race.Lynwood enters south suburban casino race with Ho-Chunk proposal.Tinley Park ‘racino’ harness track off to the races with Illinois Racing Board approval.
