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> continued from page 3 of success . “ The Cordish Companies is one of the leading developers of high-profile , mixed-use destinations in the country ,” Eldorado resorts CEO Gary Carano said via a press release . “ This development is an incredible opportunity to complement our existing gaming and racing facilities on the site and will become a vibrant destination for visitors to South Florida .”
Jen Swope , Isle ’ s director of marketing operations , believes the casino and harness racing will operate as usual during construction . The development could represent a massive addition to South Florida ’ s casino scene .
Eldorado is developing the property in a 50-50 joint venture partnership with the Cordish Companies , whose portfolio includes the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino , the redevelopment of the 223-acre property with a mixed-use project . Plans at 777 Isle of Capri Circle , include new retail , restaurants , entertainment , a corporate office campus , residential and a hotel . The specific details of the project were not disclosed , but the announcement said the new buildings would complement the existing harness racing track and casino .
Cari Furman , a spokesperson for Baltimore-based Cordish , said there would be no comment beyond the news release . The private company , which dates back to 1910 , has worked on projects such as the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casinos in Hollywood and Tampa , and Baltimore ’ s Inner Harbor .
" We are proud to partner with Eldorado Resorts on this exciting new development ," Cordish Cos . Chairman David Cordish said . " Eldorado Resorts is one of the
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