The Friedman Group – Construction insurance.

Hilton – Hotel Franchise & Revenue Management.

Blackstone Environmental – Environmental Consultant.

Conlon Construction – General Contractor.

Q Casino Renovation and Expansion – Project Partners

Phase 5 – Exterior Upgrades: Remodel of facility façade, new outdoor signage and improved landscaping and surface parking.

Phase 4 – New Hotel: Construction of a new hotel adjacent to the existing Hilton Garden Inn, complete with a rooftop restaurant.

Phase 3 – Family Entertainment Area: Remodel of the temporary casino space into a permanent family entertainment zone for all ages.

Phase 2 – Main Casino: Remodel of the existing lower casino and entertainment area, which will include an upgraded center bar with bar-top slot machines.

Phase 1 – Temporary Casino: Remodel and connection of the former racing grandstand viewing area with the existing casino floor located in the upper grandstand building to create a temporary casino space.

Q Casino Renovation and Expansion – Phase Highlights The Iowa Racing and Gaming Association will vote on the renovation and expansion proposal during its regularly scheduled meeting on January 26th in Northwood, Iowa. The renovation and expansion plans, which have already been approved by the City of Dubuque, will occur in five (5) phases and should be completed during 2025.

It has been nearly 15 years since the casino property has undergone any significant updates. We are now in a great position to begin transforming the old greyhound racing area into usable space, as well as refreshing and enhancing what is offered in our current casino footprint.” 'A lot of effort has gone into getting us to this point, but we have planned carefully and done our homework.

“This is an exciting project for Q Casino, DRA and the City of Dubuque, so we look forward to making our presentation to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission and getting final approval of our plans,” said Alex Dixon, President & CEO of the DRA and Q Casino. This investment, which is expected to cost between $75 million and $80 million, is a key component of a planned redevelopment of Schmitt Island, which is the city-owned property where the Q Casino is located. Dubuque, IA – Janu– The DRA Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has voted to approve the first phase of a multi-year renovation and expansion plan for the Q Casino.

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