Non-Indian video lottery revenues in South Dakota have declined every year since 2008 and they could fall even further due to increased competition from Iowa.
In 2011, 1,459 non-Indian establishments with 9,128 video lottery terminals reported nearly $192 million in revenue. That's down from a peak of nearly $225 million in 2008.
The figures show the recession has taken its toll. But a new non-Indian casino just across the border in Iowa has drawn gamblers since it opened last year.
A second non-Indian facility in Iowa presents more competition.
The Iowa Racing and Gaming
Commission is taking applications for facility in Sioux City.
The Winnebago Tribe of
Nebraska is submitting a bid through Ho-Chunk Inc, its economic development corporation.
Penn National Gaming, a non-Indian company, is also competing.
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