As Connecticut begins to re-opening through several different phases that Governor Ned Lamont has implemented, casinos in the state are also planning on re-opening their doors to patrons on June 1, 2020 after temporarily closing doors in March of 2020, for the first time in 28-years of their existence, in an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

The Governor has vocalized wanting to keep casinos to a phase later than June 1, however, Foxwoods invited the media for a walk through of the safety precautions that they are putting in place on Friday, May 22. "We feel strongly about the policy we put in place and we'd love to have him [Governor Ned Lamont] here for a walk-through and show our safety precautions." added a Foxwoods Resort Casino representative.

"It's not the same Foxwoods. We're taking it slow and in phases to make sure that everyone is safe. We're taking a strategic approach to re-opening."

Foxwoods Resort Casino has been working in partnership with Mohegan Sun Casino as well as hundreds of casinos and gaming facilities from across the world on safety precautions prior to opening their doors.

How will this look?

The casino will only operate at 25% capacity -- less than the 50% capacity that retail and other establishments in Connecticut are allowing in their buildings. Only two of four casino floors Foxwoods operates will open in phase one; Grand Pequot and Great Cedar.

Steps to entrance:

Masks are mandatory upon entry into the casino. If you are unable to bring your own, Foxwoods will provide a mask. Guests are not required to wear gloves.
Team members will ask whether patrons have been experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.
Elevators will only permit four people in at one time. There are social distance markers placed on the floors in the elevator and throughout the casino.
Guests will step to a station that contains a touchless sensor thermometer which will take the temperature of all those who enter the premises. Anyone that has a temperature over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit will not be allowed to enter. (See video demonstrating temperature taking)
Masks must only be removed quickly so that Foxwoods Resort Casino security cameras can document an image of each individuals face.

Bus tours will not be allowed for the foreseeable future and the casino will make that determination when the timing is right.

If any individual is concerned about entry into Foxwoods Resort Casino, the casino urges to take that into consideration and not enter. They have stated that mitigation efforts put in place have been substantial to ensure safety.

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