The Virginia General Assembly wrapped up introductions of new bills for this session without seeing legislation that would support a casino in Roanoke.
But Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, introduced a budget amendment that would fund an analysis of downtown infrastructure in Roanoke, including the Berglund Center, the site of the proposed casino complex.
And a city council member has started a focus group with local leaders to look at options for the civic center’s future.
The city’s October announcement of the potential casino in the Berglund Center sparked discussions that haven’t slowed down. Efforts are now underway to look at what’s feasible and what Roanoke’s residents want to see happen in the city’s civic center.
