Santa Ysabel intends to establish casino close to Julian - 2004-03-25 Pies, scenic views and slots? It could be if, a year from now, the Santa Ysabel Band of Diegueno Indians launches a planned $18 million casino on its reservation close to Julian. A tribal official stated Thursday that the band has appointed an Arizona management team to help construct the project.
Officials stated the casino's exterior design will evade Las Vegas flash and glitter, opting instead for earth tones and wooden interior. Read the full story at The Californian
Kline sued the National Indian Gaming Commission and the U.S. Department of the Interior last fall after the Wyandotte Tribe of Oklahoma launched the casino. He suspected the federal agencies of permitting the casino to launch without adhering to federal environmental and historic preservation review regulations. Read the full story at The Wichita Eagle
