McGreevey taps GOP developer to lead powerful casino agency - 2004-02-07
Gov. James E. McGreevey this week appointed a Cape May County Republican to lead the powerful state authority that distributes tens of millions of dollars in casino fees for economic development projects throughout the state.

The Casino Reinvestment Development Authority is anticipated to approve the nomination of Curtis Bashaw, a developer and hotel executive, at its next meeting later this month. The $137,500-per-year post of executive director is among the highest-paying state jobs.
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Oller, others urge governor to pass on casino - 2004-02-07
About 33 people spoke and submitted written comment about the effects - mainly negative - a proposed Indian casino could have on Plymouth and surrounding areas during an environmental scoping meeting hosted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Wednesday in Plymouth.

Most chairs were filled in the Spur Emporium Building at the Amador County Fairgrounds and people from all walks of life attended and spoke. Among them were a local veterinarian, the county district attorney, a county supervisor, a probation officer, senior citizens and a spokesman for State Senator Rico Oller, (R) District 1.
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