Coronavirus Causes 20 Percent Decline At Dubuque Casinos

The coronavirus pandemic has caused a revenue shortfall for Dubuque casinos. COVID-19 has resulted in a 20% decline in gaming revenue at Dubuque’s two casinos over the past 12 months. The declines were outlined in a report by the Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission, which concluded its most recent fiscal year on June 30. At Diamond Jo Casino, revenues dropped to $56 million in the latest fiscal year after reaching $69 million in the year ending June 30, 2019. Q Casino saw revenues decline from $50 million in fiscal year 2019 to $39 million in the latest year. Q Casino CEO Jesus Aviles said a year that had many bright spots was derailed when the realities of COVID-19 hit home.