Tribe Wants To Build Off The Reservation

The Pomo Indians want to build a high-end housing development 65 miles from its reservation. Foes protest and appeal.

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January 28, 2001, 10:00 AM PST

An Indian tribe in Northern California has received federal approval to build on land off its reservation. Opponents fear that the Indians could use their sovereign status to skirt local land-use regulations. Once the land is in trust, Sonoma County could lose all control. Minnesota and Connecticut have similar problems.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

Read the full story: Tribe's Plan to Build Off Reservation Brings Protests

Sunday, January 28, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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