The group, Stop Graton Casino, has appealed a judge’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit. It is still facing a lawsuit from opponents who say the land where the casino was built is controlled by the state and therefore not eligible for a casino. The tribe of Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo descent had its federal recognition restored by an act of Congress in 2000 and signed a gambling compact with the state last year. It will create full-time employment for more than 2,000 people while being managed by Las Vegas-based Station Casinos.įor the 1,300-member Graton Rancheria tribe, the casino opened after years of lobbying, negotiation and reviews. The 340,000-square-foot casino also will feature four, full-service restaurants, nine casual dining options and three lounges. Graton has flooded the region with TV and other advertising. The less than 45-minute drive to Graton from the Golden Gate Bridge is a clear advantage for the casino, Hasson said.
“We’re clearly not reaching the saturation point,” he said.
