Tag Archives: point molate

Prospective Point Molate builders secure fresh extension

The developers of a possible casino project on waterfront property in the city succeeded in securing another extension to get their plans in order.

Council likely moving forward on alcohol fee, Point Molate still up in the air

The Point Molate development and a proposed fee for alcohol vendors were discussed at the first city council meeting of 2010, prompting lively debate.

Councilman Butt visits Berkeley, sounds off on issues

Four-term City Councilman Tom Butt took on a range of key local issues during a 90-minute roundtable interview with Richmond Confidential staff and professors Dec. 9. The interview was held at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism.

Richmond Speaks on proposed casino

We asked the people on the streets of Richmond one question: What do you think about plans to build a casino at Point Molate?

For Guidiville Band, a casino isn’t the main point

For the Guidiville Band of Pomo Indians, the proposed casino resort is more than a lucrative economic prospect; it’s a means to an end.

The law behind gaming at Point Molate

The Guidiville Band of Pomo Indians may have an opportunity to open a casino at Point Molate, but the tribe’s path to prosperity relies on a maze of state and federal regulations and the approval of the country’s secretary of the interior.

County unanimous in support for casino

The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors on Tuesday reversed its stance and voted in favor of the Point Molate resort complex. The county is guaranteed $12 million a year as soon as construction starts.

Local casino opposition crumbling

Opposition to a Las Vegas-style casino resort in Richmond is collapsing as casino backers hand over promises for millions of dollars, thousands of jobs and major environmental concessions.

Contra Costa Supervisors willing to be wooed

Contra Costa County Supervisors considered whether to support a casino in Richmond. The payoff: $12 million a year.

Before Napa, there was Winehaven

Between the San Pablo Bay and a steep ridge lined with eucalyptus trees sits a lone burgundy fortress. Sharp-eyed commuters on the San Rafael Bridge may wonder what this structure is, with its turrets and crenellated parapets.  At its feet, a long, narrow wharf stretches across the water toward San Quentin. The Vallejo ferry passes [...]