STEP gets Department of the Interior OK

The Spokane Tribe Economic Project (STEP) passed another one of its hurdles.

According to a news release, the U.S. Department of the Interior sent a letter to Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, voicing its approval for the project.

In the letter, Kevin Washburn, assistant secretary for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, wrote that STEP will not be detrimental to the community, but will create employment and increase “tribal public service programs on the Spokane Reservation.”

The project, which would be located off Highway 2 and Craig Road, will consist of a resort casino, hotel, and commercial facilities...

 

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