"is required to give away one-half of 1 percent of its net revenue from slot-style machines and 2 percent of its net revenue from table games. Every Washington tribe that owns a gambling venue is required to make similar donations."

True--but in the Tulalips case they contribute--40% and over the 10 years and $33 million later Boys and Girls Club, Senior Citizens, Handicap, Health services, United Way, YMCA and many organizations that do not receive tax dollars can provide services for the community.

State Tax dollars are handed to the city and county official then once they get their pay raises the rest is for the community.

Not to mention-in Sno County Tulalip is second to Boeing for employment--over 3,500 (30% Tribal/70% non tribal) all pay SS and all pay Fed taxes. Much of the net is spent in the community(gas, food, movies, etc). Many local contractors and businesses depend on the Casino.