For example, shuttle buses will be available to take anyone from MBTA stations at Wellington and Malden Center. Thus far, they have spent $70 million to improve roadways into the area and will launch new services to encourage customers to take public transit. With roughly 8 million people expected to visit the new casino annually, DeSalvio spent part of the morning detailing the company's traffic plan for commissioners. 'It's hard to say you think of everything, but we put a lot of effort into making sure that we could have as good of a situation as possible,' said Encore President Robert DeSalvio. But to make sure they are ready, representatives of Encore Boston Harbor had to face the Massachusetts Gaming Commission Monday.ĭuring a meeting that lasted nearly three hours, Encore's team said it is prepared to handle the rush of crowds anticipated for its June 23 opening.
After years of construction and public scrutiny, the $2 billion Everett casino will finally open in June.
