New tribe interested in a casino

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Friday, Sept. 1, 2000 | 11:01 a.m.

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

NORTH STONINGTON, Conn. -- Leaders of the Eastern Pequot tribe, which is seeking federal tribal recognition, have for the first time declared publicly that they are interested in building a casino.

Tribal leaders told the Norwich Bulletin on Thursday they are seeking a partnership with a Connecticut municipality to construct a world-class resort.

Until now, the Easterns had said it was premature to talk about economic development options.

"We believe that our tribe can offer the communities of this region a means to achieve some of their most important goals: producing new jobs, generating additional municipal revenue and enhancing the quality of life," said Eastern Chairwoman Mary Sebas.