UPDATE: Individuals who are interested in applying for the Equine Medical Director position may do so at this link: https://cornellu.taleo.net/careersection/10220/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=20044 **** NEW YORK STATE GAMING COMMISSION & CORNELL UNIVERSITY COMMENCE SEARCH FOR EQUINE MEDICAL DIRECTOR TO OVERSEE ALL VETERINARIANS AT STATE RACETRACKS Gaming Commission position will have access to resources and expertise of Cornell University’s renowned College of Veterinary Medicine SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (April 18, 2013) – The New York State Gaming Commission and the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine today announced the framework and formal search for a New York State Equine Medical Director to oversee the health and safety of horses at all New York State Thoroughbred and Standardbred racetracks. A full description of the position may be found here<http://www.gaming.ny.gov/pdf/Equine_Medical_Director_Posting.pdf>. The Equine Medical Director position will be established cooperatively between the Gaming Commission and the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. The model of joint oversight by New York State and Cornell combines Cornell’s commitment to advancing the health and well-being of animals and people with the efficient and inclusive regulatory powers of the Gaming Commission. The creation of the position is a key recommendation of the New York Task Force on Racehorse Health and Safety, which was formed at the request of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo last year in the wake of 21 equine fatalities during Aqueduct’s 2011-12 Winter Meet. The Task Force’s full recommendations can be found here<http://www.governor.ny.gov/assets/documents/Report.pdf>. Governor Cuomo said, “This partnership between the state and Cornell University will build upon the vast improvements in equine safety already happening and further demonstrate why New York State’s horse racing is unparalleled. We will establish collaborative, comprehensive and effective oversight with world-renowned expertise to protect the health and safety of horses and their riders.” David Skorton, President of Cornell University and Chairman of the NYRA Reorganization Board, said, “New York State has moved quickly to adopt the recommendations of the Task Force on Racehorse Health and Safety, including the hiring of an Equine Medical Director. Cornell is proud to be a part of the effort to usher in a new, improved era of stewardship. In addition, NYRA stands ready to assist in the search and implementation of this important position in any way needed.” The New York State Equine Medical Director will be responsible for all aspects of equine health, safety, and welfare at New York racetracks and will directly advise the Gaming Commission members and staff regarding all related issues, including: equine medication policies, the safety and condition of racetrack facilities and surfaces, supervision of all on-track regulatory veterinarians and the New York State Equine Drug Testing Program laboratory, including equine testing procedures, compliance with all regulatory veterinary protocols, and analysis of incidents and the necropsy program. A significant component of the position will involve ongoing education regarding research findings relevant to enhancing equine health and safety, and communication of best practices to all segments of the racing community and the public. Robert Williams, Acting Executive Director of the New York State Gaming Commission, said, “This partnership with Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine greatly enhances New York’s regulatory role in horse racing. The Gaming Commission and Cornell will find the best individual to develop further improvements in equine health and safety and give veterinarians the resources needed to bring an unprecedented level of protection to all racehorses in New York State.” Michael Kotlikoff, Dean of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and Special Advisor to the NYRA Reorganization Board, said, “We are honored to partner with New York State to identify the best Equine Medical Director and to provide access to the College’s resources and expertise. Cornell, like New York State’s government, is committed to protecting equine athletes.” The New York State Equine Medical Director must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine/Veterinary Medical Doctor or equivalent degree and have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in equine sports medicine and/or board certification in large animal medicine or surgery. In addition, the position requires: · A valid license in good standing to practice veterinary medicine in the State of New York · Significant experience with racing regulations and medical oversight, including knowledge of enhanced drug-testing protocols and comprehensive understanding of racing injuries · An ability to closely monitor horse injuries and the racing environment to develop new innovative solutions, processes and programs to protect the health and welfare of the horse · A minimum of five years of post-residency clinical experience About the New York State Gaming Commission The New York State Gaming Commission regulates all aspects of gaming and gambling activity in the state, including horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering, class III Indian gaming, video lottery terminal facilities at racetracks, the state lottery and charitable gaming. About the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is recognized internationally as a leader in public health, biomedical research, animal medicine, and veterinary medical education. Ranked the number one veterinary college in the nation by US News & World Report consistently since 2000, the College's strength is due to the strategic breadth and depth of its programs, to the expertise of its faculty, and to the achievements of its alumni. Cornell awarded the first veterinary degree in the United States to Daniel Salmon, best known for his role in discovering Salmonella, and again made history in 1910 when it awarded the first American woman with a veterinary degree. ### HI-
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Published: June 1, 2012
Off Track Betting in New York State has been racing into a crisis called shrinking revenue. Some people have spitballed a solution: Don’t close on holidays.
New York State Racing Law bars racing on Christmas, Easter and Palm Sunday, and the state has ruled OTBs can’t handle action on those days, even though they could easily broadcast races from out of state.
“You should be able to bet whenever you want,” said Jackson Leeds, a Nassau OTB employee who makes an occasional bet. He added some irrefutable logic: “How is the business going to make money if you’re not open to take people’s bets?”
Elias Tsekerides, president of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York, said OTB is open on Greek Orthodox Easter and Palm Sunday.
“I don’t want discrimination,” Tsekerides said. “They close for the Catholics, but open for the Greek Orthodox? It’s either open for all or not open.”
OTB officials have said they lose millions by closing on Palm Sunday alone, with tracks such as Gulfstream, Santa Anita, Turf Paradise and Hawthorne running.
One option: OTBs could just stay open and face the consequences. New York City OTB did just that back in 2003. The handle was about $1.5 million – and OTB was fined $5,000.
Easy money.
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LI Confidential
> Stop scratching on holidays
Stop scratching on holidays
Published: June 1, 2012
Off Track Betting in New York State has been racing into a crisis called shrinking revenue. Some people have spitballed a solution: Don’t close on holidays.
New York State Racing Law bars racing on Christmas, Easter and Palm Sunday, and the state has ruled OTBs can’t handle action on those days, even though they could easily broadcast races from out of state.
“You should be able to bet whenever you want,” said Jackson Leeds, a Nassau OTB employee who makes an occasional bet. He added some irrefutable logic: “How is the business going to make money if you’re not open to take people’s bets?”
Elias Tsekerides, president of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York, said OTB is open on Greek Orthodox Easter and Palm Sunday.
“I don’t want discrimination,” Tsekerides said. “They close for the Catholics, but open for the Greek Orthodox? It’s either open for all or not open.”
OTB officials have said they lose millions by closing on Palm Sunday alone, with tracks such as Gulfstream, Santa Anita, Turf Paradise and Hawthorne running.
One option: OTBs could just stay open and face the consequences. New York City OTB did just that back in 2003. The handle was about $1.5 million – and OTB was fined $5,000.
Easy money.
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