November 30, 2009
BUFFALO – Seneca Nation’s President Barry E. Snyder reaffirmed his tribe's
intentions to build a casino and hotel in the Catskills. His announcement comes
a few days after the St. Regis Mohawks voted to end their pursuit of a casino in
the Catskills.
“The Seneca Nation is firmly committed to Sullivan County, the Town of Thompson,
its officials and residents,” said Snyder. “This project will bring economic
growth opportunities to generate a rebirth of this region, put it back on solid
financial footing to develop its tourism base and provide much needed job
opportunities. We understand the hardships this area has faced because as an
independent nation we are challenged every day to create economic sovereignty
opportunities for our people.”
The Seneca are working with Senator Charles Schumer, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Head Larry Echohawk and Sullivan County representatives to lift the
on-reservation policy that is blocking this project. The Bush administration
established a new criteria that requires all new Indian casinos be within close
driving distance from the reservation. The Seneca Nation is headquartered in
Cattaraugus Territory near Buffalo. The Obama administration is reviewing the
policy to decide whether or not to continue it.
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