Monday, July 17, 2006

As reported by the Biloxi Sun Herald: "The Crescent City School of Gaming &
Bartending has reopened to train workers as the Coast rebuilds with a bigger
casino industry than it had before Hurricane Katrina. "The storm left 17,000
resort workers without jobs, including card dealers, but the number of
employment opportunities could potentially double within the next three
years. "Casino companies have put rebuilding, expansion and new resort plans
on a fast track so their resorts will be open by Dec. 31, 2008, the deadline
to qualify for federal tax incentives to spur redevelopment after the
hurricane. "With Beau Rivage and Grand Casino Biloxi reopening next month,
there is already high demand for craps dealers and floor supervisors. "More
blackjack dealers and bartenders will be needed as Island View, the Silver
Slipper and Hollywood casinos open next. Employment is projected to reach
12,000 by year's end. "Plans have also been announced for brand new
properties in DeLisle, Diamondhead, Biloxi and D'Iberville."