Atlantic Ciy mayor is not happy with NJ plan to revitalize his town - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com

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Published: Wednesday, January 12, 2011, 10:05 AM     Updated: Wednesday, January 12, 2011, 10:05 AM

ATLANTIC CITY — Atlantic City Mayor Lorenzo Langford says he isn't thrilled with a state rescue plan for the struggling gambling resort.

The state Legislature on Monday approved most of Gov. Chris Christie's

plans to help Atlantic City recover from revenue loss and competition from neighboring casinos. The key to the plan is a state-run tourism district encompassing the casinos, Boardwalk and other areas, with enhanced police and sanitation services.

Langford says he did not get all he wanted from the state in terms of concessions, and still holds out the possibility of suing to block the plan.

The legislation is awaiting action by the governor.

Previous coverage:

Revenue at Atlantic City casinos plunges 9.6 percent

Atlantic City mayor threatens to sue state

Atlantic City officials blast legislators' plan to expand CRDA powers

Editorial: Keeping Casino Reinvestment Development Authority funds in Atlantic City makes sense

N.J. Democrats to propose letting Casino Reinvestment Development Authority run Atlantic City tourism district

Atlantic City agrees to state control over finances



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