Wednesday, 20 February 2008 01:17

County Board of Supervisors Appeals To Governor

slide10.pngIn a written appeal issued February 15, the County Board of Supervisors has asked Governor Schwarzenegger “one more time” for his assistance in opposing the proposed Buena Vista Casino. Signed by the Board of supervisors, the District Attorney and the Sheriff, among others, the letter outlines the history of Indian Gaming in Amador County and the attempts to stop another casino from being built.

The letter also reminds Schwarzenegger of his past actions, saying, “In 2004 you signed an amended compact…giving the (Buena Vista) tribe an unlimited number of slot machines…The Legislature ratified the compact notwithstanding the County’s Opposition.” Besides outlining the political history of the battle between County, State, and Federal Governments, the statement reiterates the County’s frustrations. “To say that people of Amador County are frustrated would be an understatement,” explains the letter. “County residents are angry that the Federal Court has failed to rule on the motion to dismiss, denying the County the opportunity to present its case on the merits.” The letter concludes with the axiom, “justice delayed is justice denied”. No response from Governor Schwarzenegger has yet been reported.