Map shows approximate site of proposed Wyandotte Nation casino near Park City, Kansas. Image from Google Maps
The Wyandotte Nation of Oklahoma won't object to the dismissal of a lawsuit over its off-reservation gaming site in Kansas. The tribe, however, has said that it will continue to pursue a land-into-trust application for the 10.5-acre site in Park City. A document filed in federal court on Friday indicates additional information can be submitted to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The tribe acquired the site in connection with a land claim settlement act. Assistant Secretary Kevin Washburn, however, said the record wasn't clear on the source of the funds. The tribe previously acquired a site in downtown Kansas City and opened the 7th Street Casino, a Class II facility, there.
The 7th Street Casino in downtown Kansas City, Kansas. The tribe acquired the land, also known as the Shriner Tract, with a land claim settlement fund. Photo from Facebook
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Oklahoma tribe agrees dismissal appropriate for remaining claim in lawsuit over Kansas land (AP 7/21) Relevant Documents:
Wyandotte Nation Response to Show Cause Order (July 18, 2014)
Kevin Washburn Letter to Wyandotte Nation (July 3, 2014)
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