The El Centro City Council has approved amendments to the city’s cardroom ordinance and zoning regulations, enabling cardrooms to operate within General Commercial zones and expanding operational allowances. The changes come alongside plans by Casino Azul LLC to establish a new cardroom and restaurant following their purchase of the former Tommy’s Casino and Saloon business.
The approval came during the Nov. 19 council meeting, with both agenda items passing unanimously in a 4-0 vote. The amendments to Chapter 4 of the El Centro City Code and the city’s zoning ordinance mark the culmination of more than a year of deliberation. The process began with a presentation to the Public Safety Committee in June 2023.
