Elk Grove Laguna News

In a lengthy meeting, in front of a packed city council chamber, the Elk Grove City Council approved an MOU (memorandum of understanding) with the Wilton Rancheria Tribe on the proposed casino to be located in Elk Grove near the still unfinished outlet mall. The vote was 5-0. A majority of the speakers were in favor of the MOU and the casino. There were 45 people signed up to speak.

The tribal leader, Raymond “Chuckie” Hitchcock made a brief presentation of the benefits of the casino and working with the community.  Then the community had a chance to speak and by our count there were 39 speakers, with 28 in favor of the MOU.
 
During the city council debate, City Councilman Pat Hume gave a heartfelt, emotional commentary on why approving the MOU was the right thing to do for the city and for the tribe.
 
The complete video of the presentation is on the Elk Grove Laguna Forums Facebook page. The video was broadcast live to give more people a chance to see the meeting that may not ordinarily attend a council meeting.

https://www.facebook.com/401962360349/videos/10154514370405350/

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http://elkgrovelagunanews.com/2016/09/28/elk-grove-city-council-approves-agreement-with-wilton-rancheria-tribe-on-proposed-casino/