The casinos hope to reduce health risks by implementing a “Play Safe” program, which relies on recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health experts. We are proud to report that we have achieved the forgoing priorities.” Our next priority was to look out for our fantastic and dedicated staff and the decision was made to keep everyone employed throughout the period of closure. “Along with many other local businesses, we closed for 10 weeks beginning on March 19. “Since the outbreak of the pandemic, our first priority was the health and safety of our guests and employees and to assist the wider initiative to curb the rate of growth of COVID-19 in Yavapai County,” O’Neill said.
Monday, June 1.Īccording to Casino General Manager John O’Neill, the plan to reopen was based on the need to balance their commitment to health and safety with the need to support the local economy. The Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribal leadership has decided to reopen Bucky’s and Yavapai casinos in Prescott at 8 a.m.