Graton Rancheria agrees to pay more for impacts of casino

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Artist's rendering of the Graton Resort and Casino. Image from Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria.

The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria of California has agreed to a new revenue-sharing deal with the city of Rohnert Park.

The tribe is paying $251 million to the city over 20 years for public safety, education, traffic improvements and other services, The Santa Rosa Press-Democrat reported. That's $40 million more than was provided in a prior deal.

The $800 million Graton Resort and Casino is expected to open later this year.

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