# charlotte # casino

**Charlotte County Casino Gambling Amendment** ## **What is the Charlotte County casino gambling amendment?** The Charlotte County casino gambling amendment is a proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution that would allow for the construction of a casino in Charlotte County. The amendment would authorize the county to enter into a gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, which would allow the tribe to operate a casino on tribal land in the county. The amendment would also allow for the construction of a second casino in the county, which could be operated by a private company. ### **Why is the Charlotte County casino gambling amendment being proposed?** The Charlotte County casino gambling amendment is being proposed by a group of local residents and business leaders who believe that a casino would be a positive economic development for the county. They argue that a casino would create jobs, generate tax revenue,…