Norfolk residents in favor of Pamunkey Tribe casino Programs

The Pamunkey Tribe is pursuing a project in the state of Virginia that would observe a casino assembled, a growth with a price tag of $700 million. The tribe was in the marketplace for an area to create their development, with now moved their sights to Norfolk. The local community have been receptive of the welcome and plans a gaming component to the area.

Chief Robert Gray said in a letter which the town of Norfolk has been very welcome, from day one. The neighborhood seemingly had no problem with the tribe bringing a hotel to the region with a casino element. Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Cooper confirmed the favorable outlook on the development, saying that the tribe has a connection to the region since they are located near the border of North Carolina.

According to Indianz.com…

Mayor Cooper released a statement on the subject which read: “Our town is welcoming, inclusive and contains momentum created by years of strategic leadership and vision. The tribe’s choice validates Norfolk as an emerging destination for tourism in the mid-Atlantic, and also the heart for entertainment in Hampton Roads.

For the tribe to create a casino hotel in Norfolk, they’d have to receive property and then place the property in a trust. The property must be placed in a trust to become compliant with the Indian Gambling Regulatory Act, a procedure which may take many years to finish.

According to Chief Gray, the tribe would like to negotiate a gambling compact which will allow for Class III offerings. This would include slots, card games and much more. Underneath Virginia state law, the lottery, horse racing and bingo are lawful. Lawmakers are wanting to legalize full-scale casino gambling as well as sports gambling next year.

The tribe is located just outside Richmond, together with consideration having been given to an area between the capital city along with the reservation. The local community near the site were not happy with the thought and showed opposition towards the tribe’s original plans. The Pamunkey Tribe now hopes to proceed in Norfolk with their plans for casino gambling.