In Virginia, casinos in Norfolk and Danville recently took additional steps forward. In Norfolk, the Pamunkey Indian Tribe announced its new $500 million casino would be named HeadWaters Resort & Casino. In Danville, officials approved a new zoning district for the Caesars Virginia casino and resort.
Pamunkey Indian Tribe Chief Robert Gray said, “Excitement is building and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the name. There’s just something about having a name that makes it feel more real. I’m confident that HeadWaters Resort & Casino will exceed even the highest of expectations and will make Norfolk proud.”
A spokesperson noted the name highlights the significant role the rivers have played in both the tribe’s and Norfolk’s history, as illustrated by the new logo that depicts a feather with a rippling water design within it and the main colors include two shades of blue.
Construction will begin as soon as the tribe receives approval from the Virginia Lottery for a casino operator license. Tribal officials said the first phase of the project is expected to be finished by 2023.
In Danville, the city council unanimously voted to approve an amendment to the city’s zoning ordinance establishing a new C-E casino entertainment zoning district for the $400 million Caesars Virginia casino resort. Caesars officials said they hope to finish the permitting process in November and break ground in December. Originally the location had been designated as an industrial manufacturing zone in Danville’s Schoolfield neighborhood, where regulations limit building heights and signage.
Caesars Senior Vice President Robert Livingston said, “I understand what a project like this means to the community. We’re excited to be a part of it. We’re going to work very hard to make sure that the decision that was made to select Caesars, that you’re going to be proud of that decision.”
In addition, the city council approved the transfer of funds from the $15 million one-time payment made by Caesars Entertainment in December, including the previously approved $5 million for a new police headquarters.
