Seneca Nation Moves Ahead with Casino
NEW YORK – As reported by the Buffalo News: "The Seneca Nation of Indians is moving ahead to develop the Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino on vacant land in downtown Buffalo's Cobblestone District.
"During a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, Seneca leaders announced they will build their main gambling complex on a nine-acre site along Michigan Avenue, the area they previously said would be a parking lot.
"While the Senecas have not set an exact time frame for opening their Buffalo casino, leaders said they want to begin construction this spring and will aim for a debut on New Year's Eve 2006.
"They also will continue efforts to acquire the nearby Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad terminal to expand their entertainment operations, as well as more land in the neighborhood for additional parking…"
