The group known as the “Triumphant Twelve” received payouts ranging from $3,000 to more than $33,750, based upon their years of service. But 12 IAM Local 1238 members of Dubuque, Iowa, known as pari mutuels, hit it big when IAM District 6 negotiators helped them win a $263,089 arbitration award against Mystique Casino of the Dubuque Racing Association (DRA). They could hardly believe it was happening.

Not Pictured: Jane Goffinet and Sue Hoppman. Standing: Kay Finn, Diana Fettkether, District 6 Business Representative Gary Papenheim, Jill Lindecker, Janet Schmit, Chris Smith, Lucia Kruser, Mary Jo Anderson. Pictured left to right, seated: Pat Ott, Rachel Schut, Pat Felderman. “You always want to give people a reason to stay, so the more that we can invest in amenities such as this that make to be the best place to live, work, play and do business is certainly an attractive tool if we’re wanting to retain our talent as well as welcome new people into our community as well,” said Grover.IAM Local 1238 members, known as the “Triumphant Twelve,” hit it big when they won a more than $263k arbitration case against Mystique Casino in Dubuque, Iowa. She said expansions like this will help grow and sustain Dubuque’s population. Molly Grover, CEO and president of the Dubuque chamber of commerce said it’s great news economically for the city. Work is expected to be completed in 2025. Phase 5 - Exterior Upgrades: Remodel of facility facade, new outdoor signage and improved landscaping and surface parking.

Phase 4 - New Hotel: Construction of a new hotel adjacent to the existing Hilton Garden Inn, complete with a rooftop restaurant.

Phase 3 - Family Entertainment Area: Remodel of the temporary casino space into a permanent family entertainment zone for all ages.

Phase 2 - Main Casino: Remodel of the existing lower casino and entertainment area, which will include an upgraded center bar with bar-top slot machines.Phase 1 – Temporary Casino: Remodel and connection of the former racing grandstand viewing area with the existing casino floor located in the upper grandstand building to create a temporary casino space.

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