MTROA schedules meeting for Feb. 2

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority has scheduled a meeting for Feb. 2 to provide updates on its plans for the future of Thoroughbred racing in the state.

The meeting is scheduled for 12 p.m. The video conference can be accessed at meet.google.com/cpc-virn-nie.

The agenda for the public portion of the meeting includes ratification of the MTROA'S email poll vote to approve the final report it has submitted to the Maryland General Assembly; status updates on the authority's activities; and a public comment period.

During a subsequent executive session, the MTROA will discuss potential purchase of real estate property for public purpose; potential employment of personnel; and pending or potential litigation, according to the agenda.

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