The city of Beloit has made great strides in the past few years. As Beloit has moved forward, our image has really improved.
Many studies show that casinos have negative social impact and generate increased crime.
We must also ask ourselves whether the economic prosperity promised by the casino operators will really materialize. We need to do our own research and not merely listen to the sales pitch of the tribe. I request the citizens and public officials of Beloit and Rock County to consider the casino carefully and ask whether we wish to jeopardize our image, our families, or our prosperity.