Another Northern Virginia citizens group joins opposition to casino in D.C. suburbs

Another Northern Virginia citizens group joins opposition to casino in D.C. suburbs

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  • Tysons Reporter
January 11, 2024 8:35 PM

Opposition continues to mount against the possibility of a casino in Fairfax County.

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With the Virginia General Assembly kicking off its 2024 legislative session tomorrow, the McLean Citizens Association has come out against a bill expected to be filed soon by state Sen. Dave Marsden, who has proposed adding Fairfax County to the list of localities where a gaming casino could be permitted.

Described as an “unofficial town council” for residents of the greater McLean area, the MCA’s board of directors voted last week to send a letter to the county’s delegates and state senators expressing its opposition to the prospective bill, a stance also adopted by Reston Association.