Although there's no mention of the bingo hall that will open, the following excerpt from Indian Country Today gives a quick account of what to expect from the new FireKeepers Casino in Battle Creek. Due to open in August, the casino may become the premier gambling destination for western Michigan.
One year after the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi began construction on FireKeepers Casino and before its anticipated opening this summer, the $300 million project is already making an economic impact in Michigan.
FireKeepers is expected to create approximately 2,200 jobs – 700 construction and 1,500 permanent. The casino is also projected to generate additional jobs in southwest Michigan when in full operation. Since construction began May 7, 2008, the tribe has made a concerted effort to use business suppliers and labor in the local community and surrounding areas to build and support the casino.
“The tribe is pleased to see the progress we’re making in the construction of FireKeepers Casino and the local economic activity generated from the project,” said Tribal Chair Laura Spurr. “FireKeepers has become a much needed economic boost to not only our tribe but to the region and the state.”
The project is in the finishing stage. Crews are laying carpet, painting walls, positioning cameras and restaurant equipment, and will soon begin the installation of slot machines and tables for blackjack, craps and other card games. Approximately 235 workers representing various trades are on site daily, including painters, carpet and tile installers and bricklayers.
“It is amazing that one year ago, this site was a cornfield,” said Duane Wixson, senior project manager for Clark Construction. “Our incredible progress is a reflection on the leadership of the tribe and gaming entertainment (Michigan) The hard work and effort from our construction team has also contributed to the exceptional quality of this casino.”
For the complete article, please see Tribe pleased with casino construction progress, Indian Country Today, July 14, 2009.
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