Clark County OKs agreement for possible Cowlitz tribal casino - 2004-02-18 In a meeting lined with angry outbursts from several audience members, Clark County commissioners Tuesday unanimously approved an agreement that will govern relations with the Cowlitz tribe if it builds 152 acres west of La Center junction.
The anticipated use of the land -- a casino -- drew a less-than-enthusiastic response. The tribe is preparing an environmental assessment for a casino, although it has not formallyannounced its plans. Read the full story at Oregonian
Mayor Rebuts Gurnee Slam Against Casino License Bid - 2004-02-18 The war of words between the city and Gurnee over the planned Lakehurst-area casino escalated February 17, when Mayor Richard Hyde composed a rebuttal to Gurnee counterpart Don Rudny's January letter asking the Illinois Gaming Board to deny Waukegan's gaming bid.
"I realize not everyone is going to support our effort in this matter, and it is not my intention to respond to every challenge or criticism we might receive," Hyde wrote. "However, Mr. Rudny's letter presents as facts matters that clearly are little more than opinion." Read the full story at GamblingMagazine.com
