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Zoning change gets empty lot closer to development - 06-25-2010

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WINNEMUCCA — The vacant lot at Potato Rd. and Construction Way is one step closer to being something more interesting than a place for political candidates to plant their signs.

On Tuesday, the Winnemucca City Council approved a zoning change for the property that will allow a Las Vegas company to move forward with their plans to build a Dotty’s casino on lot.

According to the paperwork filed with the Humboldt County Planning Department, the casino will be open 24/7. However, there will be no bar; instead, there will be tables for customers having a cocktail. There will be space between the slot machines as opposed to rows of stacked machines. Those familiar with the Dotty's casinos throughout Nevada describe the atmosphere as comfortable and home-like.

Michael Clay Construction was hired for the construction process. Michael Shephard said they might break ground mid-August and the project could take approximately five months to complete.

Written by Dee Holzel - Silver Pinyon Journal - 6/25/10

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