“As for our 200 team members at Zia Park, who will be impacted by this temporary closure, we plan to continue to pay them their full wages and benefits for two weeks, at which time we will reevaluate the situation. “Since the coronavirus threat began there have been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at any Penn National casino, and we have implemented stringent CDC-recommended protocols throughout our enterprise, including increased daily cleaning regimens at our facilities, maximizing air circulation, cancelling or postponing all concerts and live events, and we’re in the process of temporarily closing down buffets, just to name a few. “The health and well-being of our guests and team members will always be our paramount concern,” said Jay Snowden, President and CEO of Penn National Gaming. The hotel will remain open and Zia Park will continue to consult with the Governor’s office and public health authorities to determine safe protocols for when gaming operations can resume. (NASDAQ: PENN) (“Penn National” or the “Company”) announced today that pursuant to an order from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Zia Park Casino Hotel & Racetrack will be temporarily suspending gaming operations from Monday, Mauntil Apas a precautionary measure against the ongoing spread of COVID-19. WYOMISSING, PA.-( BUSINESS WIRE)-Penn National Gaming, Inc.
