Washington casino to relaunch after COVID-19 closure as smoke-free

Thursday, April 30, 2020 12:54 PM

When it reopens, Angel of the Winds Casino Resort in Arlington, Wash., will be completely smoke-free. Owned by the Stillaguamish Tribe, it will be the first totally smoke-free casino in the state.

“This is a bold statement showing we hold the health of our guests, team members, and community in high regard,” said General Manager, Travis O’Neil.

According to the company, response to the change has been positive from staff members and comments on the company’s Facebook page.

Other measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 will include sanitizer stations throughout the casino, smaller slot banks and larger walkways to accommodate necessary distancing, acrylic barriers at the players club an in the bowling center, reduced seating capacity in the restaurants and bars, and thorough sanitizing of all high-touch surfaces. The buffet will remain closed until further notice.