2011 News Link Articles
Group seeks to build $1 billion gaming resort at The Forum
(October 05, 2011)Proposed For Ft. Myers
Maloney, Grey2K linked to fed arrest
(Sept. 30, 2011)Hats off to Dean Miner!
Fla. appeal court hears slot machine argument
(Sept. 07, 2011)Appellate Court To Rule!
Janurary 2011 News Links
Important!
Racing licenses for the State of Florida are due for renewal by June 30, 2011. Remember if your license is not current your dogs will be scratched by the various race tracks in Florida.
The State is no longer sending out renewal reminders, so we urge you to click on the following link to the Division of Pari-Mutual Wagering and click on "License Renewals" and follow the instructions.Florida License Renewals!
Limmer wins the Juvenile Gold Trophy
at Derby Lane three consecutive times.
(May 28, 2011)Celebrates 50 Year Career!
Casino bidders serious about Florida
(May 27, 2011)Latest Developments!
Florida Legislature adjourned at 3:35AM Saturday, May 7th!
•Live Greyhound Racing will continue in Florida.
•The Greyhound Tracks, Grey2k and HSUS Bill to reduce or eliminate Live Greyhound Racing died on the Senate Calender.
•The Tracks attempt to get Slot machines was killed in the Florida House tonight.
•The Tracks attempts to get additional Tax Cuts failed.
I would like to congratulate Jim Blanchard who coordinated the FGA/NGA Members Legislative Grassroots Program in Tallahassee.
I would also like to thank all the FGA/NGA Members who came to Tallahassee to visit with their Members of the Legislature.
The local FGA/NGA Legislative Grassroots Program must begin on Monday to visit with the Members of the Legislature in your area!
Thank you all!
Jack Cory
FGA/NGA Chief Lobbyist
Dog racing lives as bill to deregulate
dies on final night of session
(May 10, 2011)Dogs Win at the Wire!
1) Greyhound Racing Survives Florida Legislative Session
2) Session meltdown overshadows productive session
May 9, 2011)Tracks Pushed too far! 1) Haridopolos – silly games got in the way, ‘I’m embarassed’
2)Gambling over rules and rules over gambling in overtime
(May 07, 2011)Legislative Session Ends!
Florida lawmakers poised to expand gambling,
cut compulsive gambling aid(May 05, 2011) Slots not expansion of gambling?
Lobbyists, lawmakers hit jackpot as Mardi Gras Casino
pays out big to shed greyhound racing
(May 02, 2011)Thanks, Danny!
Senate passes bill on greyhound racing
Latvala calls Senate leaders out
for 'intimidation' tactics on amendments
(April 29, 2011)Big Bucks Pays Off once Agtain for Tracks!
Florida dog tracks could end live racing
(April 26, 2011)Fight Still on in Senate!
Legislation threatens live greyhound racing at Derby Lane
(April 02, 2011)Kennels devastated by legislative proposals!
Legislature may allow dog tracks
to reduce racing and keep other games
(April 01, 2011)Greed seeps through tracks' veins!
Vote Naples News Poll!
Bill would allow greyhound tracks to scale back races
(March 31, 2011)Track owners in bed with AR Activists!
Casino bill dealt a losing hand after criticism
(March 30, 2011)Sen. Jones Pulls Bill!
Committee Okays Firercely Contested Gambling Bill
(March 16, 2011)Fight is now on!
Senate moves bill to get dog tracks out
of dog racing in Florida
(March 16, 2011)The Battle Begins! Click Here to Make Comment
Here are the links to the Bills filed in the House of Representative and the Florida Senate on behalf of the greyhound permitholders. We have told you this fight was this Session - and here it is! Anyone with an interest in Pari-Mutual Sports in Florida, need to read these Bills and be prepared to join the fight against the race tracks. Many believed this would never happen - well here's your proof!
Pari-mutuel Permitholders: Provides that a greyhound permitholder shall not be required to conduct a minimum number of live performances. Revises requirements for an application for a license to conduct performances. Provides an extended period to amend certain applications. Removes a requirement for holders of certain converted permits to conduct a full schedule of live racing to qualify for certain tax credits, etc. Effective Date: 07/01/2011
Florida Senate - SB 1594
House of Representatives - HB1145
Legislators propose bill to bring
Vegas-style hotels to Florida
(March 4, 2011)Committee Chair announces Bill
FGA's Auction Very Successful!
Global Greyhounds.com sponsored another very successful auction/ fundraiser for the Florida Greyhound Association lobbying efforts in Florida. The one day event raised over $26,000. The FGA's Board of Directors are very appreciative to all the donors and bidders who made February 27th so very special.
A special thank you to Wendy Brotherton of Global Greyhounds, Lee Harrington and Bob Crossland who agreed to help Lester Raines stage the fundraiser for Florida. You and your efforts will always be remembered by all of us.
Greyhound Purse Information for FY 2009-2010
(February 17, 2011)Over $25 Million Paid in Purses!
FGA Meeting Set for January 4, 2011 The Officers and Directors of the Florida Greyhound Association cordially invite all members to join us on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 for a Board of Directors’ meeting and an annual business meeting of the association.
Place: Red Rose Inn (formerly the Ramada Inn Plantation House)
2011 North Wheeler Street (I4 Exit #21)
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 752-3141
When: Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Time: Buffet luncheon – 11:30 to 12:45 PM in Dining Room
Meeting: 1 PM in Plantation Room
The new FGA Board of Directors for 2011/2012 will be accepted. Also scheduled is election of officers for the next two years and, approval of 2011 FGA’s operating budget. We are pleased to welcome the Greyhound Owners Association of Jacksonville back to the FGA and to announce the formation of the Southern Florida Greyhound Association – representing kennels racing at Flagler Greyhound Track and Naples/Ft. Myers Greyhound Track.
During the last year, we have chosen teleconferences for most board meeting formats. This is our first physical board meeting since West Palm Beach and we hope you will all be able to attend on Tuesday, January 04, 2011.
Philip G. Ruotolo, President
Las Vegas casinos pitch plan for Florida
(January 25, 2011)More Casinos In Mix Now!
State to consider legal online poker
(January 28, 2011)Does It Ever End?
