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Fight Against Jamul Tribal Casino Continues

JAMUL, California – As reported by the San Diego Union Tribune: "The image displayed to an audience of more than 400 people showed their worst nightmare: a 30-story casino looming above low-lying clouds in the semi-rural East County community.

"However, county Supervisor Dianne Jacob and leaders of a group that opposes the casino reassured the crowd they are continuing their fight against the hotel and casino proposed by the Jamul Indians on six acres of tribal land.

"'We're here tonight to tell you there's hope,' said Peter Andersen, co-chairman of the Jamul Action Committee.

"…The 53-member tribe announced plans to build the casino in August after it appeared its proposal to annex 81 acres wasn't going to get federal approval. The tribe wanted to build a two-story casino on the annexed land.

"The building would be the tallest in the county outside of downtown San Diego, featuring a two-or three-story casino sandwiched between a 10-story garage and a 412-room hotel. The image projected during the meeting was created by opponents…"

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