The Palm Springs Desert Sun urges readers not to rush to judge the Agua Caliente Tribe's plan to create an entertainment district in Palm Springs.

The paper points out that the tribe is a sovereign nation and doesn't have to work with the city. But tribal leaders "are true community partners," the paper says.

"They have a vested interest in seeing Palm Springs thrive and succeed in years to come. They have helped stimulate the important economic engine that drives our city. No, they don�t have to consider the feelings or concerns of the city or its residents -- but they should and they do," the paper says.

The paper lays out the facts about the proposal, noting that it is a seven-year-old plan that went through a federal and local review and public comment.

City leaders were considering the plan at a meeting Wednesday night.

Get the Story:
Our Voice: Don�t rush to judge tribe�s plan (The Palm Springs Desert Sun 1/28)

Relevant Links:
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians - http://www.aguacaliente.org

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