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Fantasy Springs Reveals Plans

CALIFORNIA – As reported by the Business Press: "A $200 million expansion and the first Native-American-owned Starbucks are only the beginning of an Indio Empire for Fantasy Springs Resort, a top executive vowed last week.

"'Fantasy Springs Casino is no MGM Grand or Bellagio,' but it appeals to Californians who don't want to spend a lot of money, Chief Executive Officer James McKennon said.

"…Fantasy Springs plans to add a 300- to 400-room hotel by 2010.

"…The Cabazon Band of Mission Indians, with 30 members, employs 1,250 workers at Fantasy Springs Casino.

"Fantasy Springs was negotiating with Starbucks Coffee Co. in Seattle Jan. 31. The casino will house Starbuck's first Native American coffee franchise, said Kevin Williams, director of hotel operations and sales.

"…Fantasy Springs Jan. 13 opened a 12-story, 251-room hotel and a 100,000-square-foot special events center; and added 44 slot machines to max out at 2,000 under its state…"

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