Scotts Valley Band seeks dismissal of three lawsuits over Vallejo casino
The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians filed motions to dismiss three lawsuits brought by the Lytton Rancheria of California, United Auburn Indian Community and Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation over its proposed Vallejo casino. The Department of the Interior is reviewing its decision to place 160 acres in trust after saying the approval may have involved legal error; the tribe’s permanent project is estimated to cost about $700 million.
The lawsuits and federal review could affect the tribe’s proposed casino and related development in Vallejo.