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Eagle Mountain Casino Scheduled to Open in Central California from May 9

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In the western American state of California and the Tule River Tribe is to officially premiere the first phase of its relocated Eagle Mountain Casino from May 9 complete with a 2,000-seat events center.

The federally-recognized tribe began work on its newest gambling-friendly venue in April of 2021 after being forced to shutter its predecessor owing to continuous flooding and access concerns. The coming enterprise is to also feature an around-the-clock diner, a casino offering 20 gaming tables and 1,750 slots, a 20,000 sq ft convention center and a sports bar and grill.

The Assistant General Manager for Eagle Mountain Casino, Tiffani Sahagun, revealed that the new Eagle Mountain Casino is to sit on around 40 acres of land located some 17 miles west of its precursor on the Tule River Reservation and be a mere six-minute drive from the Porterville Municipal Airport. The experienced professional stated that the coming venue is to moreover retain popular features such as The River Steak House and the Yokuts Coffee House while introducing new elements including supply partnerships Stafford’s Chocolates and the J & R Meat Company.

Sahagun pronounced that Eagle Mountain Casino has come a long way since the 1990s when the facility was housed in a trio of manufactured trailers. She went on to disclose that the construction of the Tulare County venue’s latest incarnation created more than 300 temporary employment opportunities with its completion expected to result in as many as 200 additional jobs.

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“We are excited to get it open as soon as possible,” Sahagun said. “It’s been a long time in coming. We may open the doors before. Employees are working around the clock to get it ready.”

The Tule River Tribe earlier divulged that its new Eagle Mountain Casino was designed by nationally-recognized hospitality and entertainment architecture and interior design firm HBG Design and could eventually furthermore feature a 125-room hotel. The tribe additionally asserted that it soon intends to make a definitive decision on what to do with the site of its former on-reservation casino with current options encompassing its repurposing as a health center or a recreational facility.

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Notice and Agenda for California Gambling Control Commission Meeting

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The California Gambling Control Commission will hold a meeting on June 20, 2024, to consider various applications and renewals related to cardroom owner licenses and other gambling-related licenses. The agenda includes significant items such as:

  1. Initial Cardroom Owner License Consideration:
    • Commerce Casino: California Commerce Club, Inc.
      • Recommendation: Approve the initial application through March 31, 2025.
  2. Renewal of Cardroom Owner Licenses:
    • Artichoke Joe’s Casino:
      • Recommendation: Approve a 90-day extension through September 30, 2024, with existing conditions.
    • Capitol Casino:
      • Recommendation: Approve the renewal application through March 31, 2026.
    • Casino 99:
      • Options:
        1. Approve renewal through December 31, 2025.
        2. Approve renewal with additional conditions.
        3. Refer to an evidentiary hearing and issue an interim license.
        4. Deny the renewal application.
      • Recommendation: Option Three.
    • Jalisco Pool Room:
      • Recommendation: Approve renewal through June 30, 2026, with existing conditions.
    • Mike’s Card Casino:
      • Recommendation: Approve a 60-day extension through August 31, 2024, with existing conditions.
  3. Requests and Other Considerations:
    • Bell Jackpot Casino: Request to withdraw application.
      • Recommendation: Approve the request without prejudice.
    • Empire Sportsmen’s Association: Cancellation of Temporary Work Permit.
      • Recommendation: Cancel the permit.
    • Acme Player Services, LLC: Retraction of hearing referral and renewal application.
      • Recommendation: Retract the referral and abandon the renewal application for specified members.
  4. Third-Party Proposition Player Services Employee License Renewals and Approvals:
    • Various applications for initial and renewal licenses were considered with recommendations to approve through specified periods.
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California Gambling Control Commission Approves Key Licensing Decisions Amid Regulatory Updates

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The California Gambling Control Commission held a significant meeting on April 18, 2024, to discuss and decide on various licensing and compliance matters crucial for the operation and regulation of the state’s gambling entities. The California Gambling Control Commission’s agenda was packed with key issues ranging from the renewal of cardroom licenses to the approval of tribal gaming key employees.

A notable decision from the meeting was the approval of the Revenue Sharing Trust Fund Final Report, allowing for the distribution of quarterly license revenue to eligible recipient Indian tribes. This move underscores the California Gambling Control Commission’s ongoing commitment to supporting tribal communities through structured revenue sharing, even as some financial shortfalls were acknowledged.

The California Gambling Control Commission also reviewed several renewal applications for cardroom owner licenses. Noteworthy renewals included Bankers Casino under Old Town Investments Incorporated, Blacksheep Casino Company and Bruce’s Bar and Casino, which were approved with specific conditions related to operational compliance and security protocols.

Another critical area of focus was the licensing of key employees at tribal casinos. Several applications for initial and renewal of key employee licenses were approved, reflecting the California Gambling Control Commission’s stringent oversight in ensuring that individuals in significant casino roles meet the regulatory requirements. These decisions are essential for maintaining the integrity and security of gaming operations within the state.

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Additionally, the meeting addressed the renewal and approval of third-party proposition player services, which are vital for cardrooms that do not bank their games. The California Gambling Control Commission approved several of these licenses, highlighting its role in facilitating responsible gambling while ensuring compliance with state laws.

The California Gambling Control Commission’s actions during the April meeting highlight the complex regulatory environment governing the state’s gambling industry and its proactive approach in adapting to new challenges and ensuring fair and safe gambling practices.

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10 Ten Gaming Ramps Up for United States Launch of ShweepsCasino.com

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United States-based 10 Ten Gaming is readying itself for the launch of ShweepsCasino. com with its unique proprietary social casino platform

10 Ten Gaming has taken the first steps towards the hotly anticipated launch of ShweepsCasino. com, with the site now live and inviting customers to be added to the wait list for early access prior to the official launch planned for Q2.

10 Ten Gaming, is a United States-controlled, owned and operated company that prides itself on its unwavering commitment to deliver the best social casino experience for United States customers.

ShweepsCasino. com combines the excitement and wonder of a casino-style experience completely for free from home or on the go with the opportunity to win cash prizes through sweepstakes.

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The inaugural launch of ShweepsCasino. com is the first step in 10 Ten Gaming’s vision to transform the social casino landscape in the United States through proprietary innovation and a dedicated in-house team.

“We’re thrilled to be the first United States-based social casino to offer a Las Vegas-style casino experience with an exciting sweepstakes component,” the Head of Marketing for 10 Ten Gaming, Carly Sawers, said. “We’re excited to offer something truly unique and look forward to providing a safe and secure environment for customers in the United States to participate in all the fun that social casino has to offer.”

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