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Christie OKs Monmouth, Meadowlands Agreements

Christie OKs Monmouth, Meadowlands Agreements

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie Dec. 20 officially announced separate deals for the continuation of live racing at Monmouth Park and Meadowlands in 2012.

 Wednesday, December 21, 2011

New Jersey Privatization Deal Hits Roadblock

A deal brokered earlier this year that would have privatized the horse racing industry in New Jersey has hit a stumbling block just as all parties were set to sign off on it.

 Thursday, December 08, 2011
N.J. Gov. Vetoes Racing Subsidies

N.J. Gov. Vetoes Racing Subsidies

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has vetoed a move by the state Racing Commission to provide $15 million in state subsidies for Thoroughbred and harness racing purses.

 Friday, July 01, 2011
Monmouth on Verge of Five-Year Deal

Monmouth on Verge of Five-Year Deal

Published reports and unofficial word from track management say that a five-year lease deal for a 71-day live meet with an average daily purse level of $400,000 has been struck.

 Saturday, May 14, 2011
Commission Recommends Sale of Jersey Tracks

Commission Recommends Sale of Jersey Tracks

Monmouth Park, which is conducting an experimental race meet with average daily purses of about $1 million, would be sold under a recommendation from an advisory committee appointed by New Jersey's governor.

 Wednesday, July 21, 2010