1,173 direct and indirect jobs
“I think this project would be a wonderful addition and an economic catalyst for the area.”
- Mark Mangione, business manager for
West MI Plumbers, Fitters and Service Trades Union No. 174
$100 million investment
“The multiplier effect of this project would be double or triple the tribe’s investment.”
Ed Garner, Muskegon Area First President
Year-Round Tourism
“A boost to the tourism sector of the area economy will help. Muskegon needs more year-round entertainment venues.”
Muskegon Chronicle
Steady flow of revenues to Michigan School Aid Fund
“It would mean considerable revenues. The good news would be that this would mean more dollars for the School Aid Fund (SAF)."
R. John Wernet,
Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s Deputy Legal Counsel
PILT
Above and beyond the PILT, the Tribe has established a 7th Generation Fund that will contribute to charitable organizations.
“When we have an opportunity to address even small pockets within the state by generating employment opportunities, whey would we not be supportive?”
Bob Szymoniak, superintendent of Fruitport Community Schools
