“We had implemented ‘social distancing’ protocol and enhanced cleaning procedures this past weekend, but as one of the largest employers in Pinal County and to ensure the health and safety of our employees and guests, the Council and our local management team here felt this was our best option to continue to flatten the curve of this virus,” Livingston said. While there have been no reported cases of coronavirus at any Gila River Hotels & Casinos property as of today, this was an ethical decision to protect our team members and our guests.”Īt Harrah’s Ak-Chin during the temporary closure, employees will continue to be paid and their benefits eligibility will not be interrupted for up to two weeks without needing to use any vacation or sick time. “We have been actively following the guidelines and best practices set forth from the CDC, WHO and the Arizona Department of Health Services. “As a gaming and hospitality leader in Arizona, we felt it was in everyone’s best interest to be proactive and close our hotels and casinos to do our part to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19),” said Kenneth Manuel, CEO of Gila River Hotels & Casinos. Gila River Gaming Enterprises noted it may open soon if deemed appropriate, at which point it will notify its guests. “The Ak-Chin Indian Community and the management team of Harrah’s Ak-Chin have decided to temporarily close the casino and hotel to mitigate the potential for COVID-19 at our property,” said Robert Livingston, general manager. Earlier, Gila River Indian Community announced the closure of its three casinos – Wild Horse Pass, Lone Butte and Vee Quiva – effective 4 a.m.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, owned by Ak-Chin Indian Community, announced its closure starting at 4 a.m. Local casinos are shutting the slots for a little while.

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