County of Solano Letter to Secretary Haaland Re Fair Process on Remand
This letter expresses the Solano County Board of Supervisors’ opposition to the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians’ proposed casino. It requests a fair and transparent process, while emphasizing the need for a decision-making process that considers the concerns of the County and tribal governments.
Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation
This letter raises concerns about the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians’ attempts to obtain trust lands in Vallejo for gaming purposes. It emphasizes that Vallejo falls within Patwin territory and questions the Scotts Valley Band’s historical connection to the area. The letter also highlights the potential precedent-setting nature of this case and its impact on other tribes.
Letter from Feinstein, LaMalfa, Thompson, Garamendi to DOI Asking for Delay in Decision
his letter requests the Department of the Interior to delay a decision on the Scotts Valley casino proposal until a full public comment period is conducted. The authors express concerns about the off-reservation casino’s potential impact and the lack of transparency in the evaluation process.
