California tribe considers off-reservation casino

Monday, March 7, 2005  

Another California tribe is considering an off-reservation casino.

The Manzanita Band of Kumeyaay Indians is proposing a hotel and casino in the city of Calexico. But before the tribe moves forward, the city will hold a non-binding referendum to gauge public support for the idea.

The Manzanita Band is working with the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians, which operates a successful casino. Plans call for 2,000 slot machines, 45 card tables, three restaurants and 200 hotel rooms.

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Calexico wants to gauge support for casino (The San Diego Union Tribune 3/7)