“Now you give people the opportunity to feel happy about themselves to be able to go and do it legally,” he said. The new attraction should reduce illegal gambling and provide bettors a sense of security, while bringing in tax revenue for the city, Squilla said. City Councilman Mark Squilla placed the first official bet, putting up $20 on the Eagles versus the Rams. ribbon-cutting ceremony, eager gamblers filed to the sportsbook to place their wagers. State and local officials along with SugarHouse staff cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of sports betting at the Fishtown casino Saturday morning. WHYY thanks our sponsors - become a WHYY sponsor
