White Earth Nation Proposes Casino Near Moorhead, Involving Clay County Commission
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What happened
White Earth Nation has shared plans with the Clay County Commission to build a casino near Moorhead. The proposed site would cover nearly 300 acres along Interstate 94 for State Highway 336. The tribe is currently working on an 80-acre trust application concept, which would permit tribal gaming off the White Earth Reservation if approved by federal and state officials.
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Why it matters
The project requires approval from the United States Interior Department and the governor of Minnesota. The tribe has already conducted a gaming feasibility study and a socioeconomic impact analysis. If approved, the casino could impact state infrastructure and potential tax revenue.
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Who's involved
- Clay County CommissionThe Clay County Commission, which is being asked to form a working committee to discuss cooperative aid agreements.
- MoorheadMoorhead, the city where the proposed casino is planned.
- Bureau of Indian AffairsBureau of Indian Affairs, whose officials suggested the casino plans.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Minnesota may see changes in state infrastructure and potential tax revenue if the casino is approved.
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The entities involved
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Clay County Commission
government organization in Clay County, Alabama
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Moorhead
city in Clay County, Minnesota, USA
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Bureau of Indian Affairs
Unted States government agency
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