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MAY 22, 2001

After weeks of discussion but no action, the Eastern Pequot Tribe and its financial backer on Monday asked the New London councilors to make a move on a proposed casino in the city.

The tribe in April proposed the development at the Adm. Harold E. Shear State Pier. The tribe says a 228,000-square-foot casino would bring jobs to the city but is also offering $7.5 million for the pier and $6.5 million in annual payments.

The tribe has yet to receive final federal recognition. A decision is due in December, but regardless of the outcome, it could be challenged in court and take longer to resolve.

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