RICHMOND, Calif.
A majority of voters in Richmond appear opposed to an American Indian tribe's plans for a $1 billion casino and resort at Point Molate.
Figures from the Contra Costa County Elections Division early Wednesday morning show 57.5 percent of voters oppose city
The ballot measure - known as Measure U - is only advisory. The project requires approval from state and federal officials, who could still choose to move forward.
The Guidiville Band of Pomo Indians has proposed a Las Vegas-style casino with an 1,100-room hotel, nightclubs, restaurants, a ferry terminal and housing for the tribe.
The project is being backed by the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, which operates the Cache Creek Casino Resort in Yolo County.
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