“Therefore, these provisions, as written, fall outside of the narrow range of topics IGRA permits in a compact and must be disapproved.” “Moreover the requirement to enter into an intergovernmental agreement prior to commencement of a project provides local governments an effective veto over an on-reservation Tribal project,” the disapproval letter says. The provision would apply to any renovations or projects on the resort complex and on-reservation business operated by the tribe’s gaming enterprise. The Chukchansi Gold is located in the town of Coarsegold, California.The Department of Interior took issue with an environmental provision included in the new agreement that requires the “Tribe to enter into intergovernmental agreements with the County, the City, and Caltrans prior to commencement of a project.” This provision also requires the intergovernmental agreements to include compensation from the tribe to the local governments for mitigation of effects on public safety and for public services provided by the tribe. The casino first opened its doors to the public in June 2003. The casino was developed and is currently owned by the Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians. The casino has seen its share of controversy over the years.

In October 2014, the casino was shut down by the tribal council due to a power struggle between two factions of the tribe. The closure resulted in the loss of nearly 1,000 jobs.Ī year later, in October of 2015, the casino reopened under new ownership and with a new management team. The casino currently employs over 700 people.

The casino offers a variety of gaming options for its guests, including table games such as blackjack and poker, as well as slot machines and a bingo hall.

The casino also features several restaurants, a food court, a buffet, a coffee shop, and a nightclub. The Chukchansi Gold Resort also has a hotel on site with over 200 rooms.

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