Eastern Cherokee council delays action on alcohol

Friday, September 5, 2008  

The tribal council of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians delayed action on a controversial issue: alcohol at the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino.

On August 7, the council approved a referendum to ask voters about legalizing alcohol sales. Principal Chief vetoed the legislation last week.

The council could override the veto but decided to wait until Hicks returns from vacation to debate the issue. In the past, tribal members have rejected alcohol sales.

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Tribe puts off alcohol sale vote (The Asheville Citizen-Times 9/5)