Racing Association To Hire Firm That Cleared It
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ALBANY — The New York Racing Association is trying to hire the independent monitor that helped it avoid a federal indictment in 2005 despite opposition from the racing group’s creditors, who call it an unnecessary $125,000-amonth commitment. NYRA wants to hire the law firm Getnick & Getnick of Manhattan without seeking competitive bids.