The Bear River Band of the Rohnerville Rancheria Economic Development Presentation March 22, 2018
Vision Statement Shaping a secure healthy future by responsibly exercising sovereignty, investing in our people, refining and evolving as a tribal organization, preserving and revitalizing our culture while serving in the best interests of all people.
Economic Development Highlights Bear River Casino Resort Voted best casino on the North Coast in 2017 by the Times Standard’s Readers’ Choice Awards 104 Completely renovated rooms New RV Park being constructed AAA 3-Diamond Rated, moving towards 4-Diamond Rating One of the largest employers in Humboldt County
Economic Development Highlights (Continued) Tobacco Traders & Coffee Company Provides California sales tax free tobacco products Recreation Center Swimming pool construction to begin in 2018 Family Entertainment Center Construction to begin in 2018 10 Bowling lanes, laser tag, ticket redemption arcade, kitchen, outdoor eating area Future development includes two softball/baseball diamonds
Largest Hurdles to Economic Development Retaining knowledge and skills Pulling talent from metropolitan areas Small population base limits economic expansion in area
Supporting Economic Development in the Community Internal Job Development Training Program for Tribal Members Work in conjunction with other Tribal organizations such as TANF for skill building programs such as resume writing, job training, and GED classes. Bear River Donation Committee makes quarterly charitable donations to various non-profits and other worthy causes in the local community. Investing in the local community.
Thank you! David J. Montoya III, Esq. davidmontoya@brb-nsn.gov Cell: (707)572-7182