Skokomish Tribe Shows Interest in Building a Casino on NASCAR Raceway

According to a letter that was sent to Washington Governor Christine Gregoire, the Skokomish Tribe has shown interest in building a casino on or near the proposed NASCAR raceway in Kitsap County. The $300 million track was proposed by International Speedway Corp, based in Florida, which has already contacted the Skokomish and Squaxin tribes about the potential casino.

The Skokomish Tribe currently operates the Lucky Dog Casino in Shelton, Washington. The tribe is attempting to attain longer gambling operation hours, more activities in casinos, as well as higher betting limits.

The tribe's letter came only two weeks after negotiations were held between the state and the Spokane Tribe of Indians on a tentative gaming compact that would provide revenue-sharing in Washington. It is too soon to determine whether or not the proposal for a casino on the racetrack will be viable.

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