New developments regarding local gaming issue

07/14/2010

The Mohawk Council of Kahnaw�:ke (MCK) wishes to update the community on new developments regarding the Kahnaw�:ke-based gaming initiative known as �Ohwistha Lottery.� Grand Chief Michael Ahr�hrhon Delisle, Jr. met earlier today with Peter Paul, one of the Lottery�s proponents.

In light of today�s discussion, Mr. Paul has agreed to end the testing phase of the lottery while both parties immediately start working on a private/public joint venture. Both parties bring important elements to the table and recognize the need to work collaboratively on a venture of this importance and magnitude.

�It is far too early to make any definitive statements on this issue,� said Chief Delisle. �However, I can say that we are encouraged by today�s developments.�

�While some people may be uncomfortable with a privately-run lottery, a combination private/public partnership may have some potential to be beneficial to the community,� he continued.

Meetings are expected to begin next week.