The state’s approval of a plan to open a pari-mutuel facility near St. Augustine has drawn a legal challenge from another gambling operator down Interstate 95. Daytona Beach Kennel Club, Inc., last week filed a challenge to a decision. A planned gambling facility near St. Augustine is getting pushback from a rival to the south. According to documents filed with state regulators, the new facility would be located at Interstate 95 and State Road 207 and would use a transferred gambling license from a now-defunct dog racing track in northern St.

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A planned gambling facility near St. Augustine is getting pushback from a rival to the south.

According to documents filed with state regulators, the new facility would be located at Interstate 95 and State Road 207 and would use a transferred gambling license from a now-defunct dog racing track in northern St. Johns County.

The new facility, which operates under the name St. Johns Greyhound Park, has won approval from the state Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

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But the Daytona Beach Kennel Club last week filed a formal challenge of the permit, saying the new facility is located within 50 miles of its gambling operation and would, quote “substantially deteriorate [the existing kennel club’s] revenue-producing capability.”

The case is scheduled for a hearing in late January.

Florida voters to ban greyhound racing in 2018, but pari-mutuel facilities can still operate poker rooms and offer gambling on dog and horseraces elsewhere.

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Augustine Casino was the first business enterprise of the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians when it opened July 18, 2002. A true locals’ treasure known for friendly and prompt service, Augustine features 750 of the loosest and most popular slot machines. The award-winning Café 54 and Menyikish Grill offer a casual dining experience with great food and amazing value.

Augustine Casino is nestled in the shadows of the beautiful San Jacinto Mountains only three miles east of PGA West in the Coachella Valley at 84-001 Avenue 54 in Coachella.

For more information call 760-391-9500.

What is the gaming age at Augustine Casino?

Can children dine at Augustine Casino?

What are your hour of operations?

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We are open: Sun – Thu 9 am – 1 am, Fri – Sun 9 am – 2 am

What types of ID are accepted?

The Casino will only accept the following, valid, unexpired, forms of identification:

• Driver's License (U.S. or foreign);
• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., U.S. or foreign including but not limited to U.S. state issued identification card, Mexican Matricula indentification card, etc.);
• Passport (U.S. or foreign);
• Tribal identification card (if anti-counterfeiting mechanisms are in place);
• U.S. issued Permanent Resident identification card (also known as a green card or alien identification card; or
• U.S. Military identification.

Do you offer sports betting?

No. Augustine Casino does not offer sports betting.

Does the Casino allow pets?

Augustine Casino allows service animals on its premises to provide assistance to people with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Under the ADA, 'a service animal is a dog that has been individually trained to assist a person with a disability.'

Please note: No other pets are allowed on the Casino premises.

Augustine Casino baggage policy?

All guests are subject to the following guest bag procedures:

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• All bags will be subject to search upon entrance to the property.
• Exceptions will be made for medically necessary equipment, however, equipment is still subject to search.

How do I find out more information?

AugustineCasino.com

Augustine Casino is committed to assisting our guests. Problem gambling is something we take very serious. The casino has taken an aggressive approach to responsible gambling, posting signage and placing brochures in highly visible locations throughout the property and directing patrons to the 24-hour confidential Problem Gambling Helpline: 1.800.GAMBLER.