"The actual purpose for the new site hasn't yet been determined, as the announcement suggests the decision will be made "by the will of the Lumbee people." The update continues to say that if, and when, the Tribe votes for gaming, the 241-acre tract could serve as the site of a casino and resort, accompanied by a shopping outlet and additional amenities like a golf course, a Top Golf-style facility, a water park, or similar attractions."
"If, however, people vote against gaming, the land can be developed into a business and industrial park designed to attract employers. It's suggested that either of these options could lead to the creation of thousands of jobs and "be an economic boom not just for our Tribal territory but for this entire region of the state." The Lumbee Tribe is actually the largest in North Carolina and the largest tribe east of the Mississippi River, according to the Department of Administration."
Lumbee Tribal Holdings acquired 241 acres in Robeson County and transferred the property to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. The purchase was described as strategic to secure land for long-term economic development that can benefit future generations. The tribe has not yet determined the site’s final purpose; the decision will be made by the will of the Lumbee people. If the tribe votes for gaming, the tract could host a casino and resort with retail and recreational amenities. If the tribe votes against gaming, the land can be developed as a business and industrial park to attract employers and create jobs. The property and other tribal assets will be placed into trust with the United States.
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