28, after 22 years of struggles and challenges, legal battles and negotiations, changes and building, the tribe and casino management proudly broke ground to mark the beginning of the construction of a modern, permanent casino-resort.
In 1983, the Soboba Tribe of San Jacinto cautiously ventured into Indian gaming with humble beginnings, a simple bingo hall in a temporary sprung structure and pre-fabricated trailer. From left, Tribal Council Chairman Scott Cozart, Vice Chair Isaiah Vivanco, Sergeant at Arms Rose Salgado and Treasurer Kelli Hurtado.
Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Tribal Council members breaking ground on the new casino-resort on Feb.