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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2002

Mary Belardo is leaving her post as chairwoman of California's Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Tribe.

Belardo has led her tribe for 10 years. She was instrumental in securing a $14.2 million cash and land settlement that paves the way for a casino.

Belardo plans to stay on as tribal administrator.

Get the Story:
Tribal leader stepping down (The Palm Springs Desert Sun 11/19)
Leader of desert tribe resigns (AP 11/18)

Relevant Links:
Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla - http://www.torresmartinez.com

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