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Northern California Indian Casino Directory & Map. Alturas Casino ( 1 ) Alturas, CA: Jackson Rancheria ( 15 ) Jackson, CA: Bear River Casino (2) Loleta, CA: Konocti Vista Casino( 16 ) Lakeport, CA: Black Bart Casino ( 3 ) Willits, CA: Lucky 7 Casino( 17 ) Smith River, CA. California, which had 68 tribal casinos in 2011, is the nation’s largest Indian gaming market, producing more than $6.91 billion in gaming revenue in 2011 — accounting for more than 25 percent. California’s Indian casinos are legally allowed to offer electronic gaming machines, blackjack, and other house-banked card games. The games of craps and roulette are not permitted. However, some casinos do offer modified versions of craps and roulette that are played with cards rather than dice or roulette wheels.
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History
History of Jackson Rancheria
Band of Miwuk Indians
The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians was first recognized by the Federal Government in 1898. Over 100 years later the Tribe enjoys self-sufficiency and self reliance thanks to the vision and determination of one small Indian woman.
Margaret L. (Hughes) Dalton was born in Tuolumne, California to her Native American Mother, Tessie Jeff, and her non-Native American Father, Clyde Hughes. After completing her ninth grade year at Calaveras High School, she left school and married Earl Dalton, Sr. in 1956, when she was 16 years old.
Their dream was to make their small Band of Miwuk Indians self-sufficient, not dependent on any state or government funding. It was a journey that would take over 40 years to complete.
Margaret and Earl moved to Jackson Rancheria where they raised four sons, Earl Jr., Dennis, Robert, and Adam, as well as Margaret’s brothers and sister, Irvin “Bo”, Clarence “Bud”, Gary, and Donna. They had one steadfast rule in their household - all eight children must graduate from high school. And all eight did.
Margaret knew her Tribe must form their own government to strengthen themselves in their dealings with local, state, and federal governments. The Tribe held a meeting in 1979 and established a formal government. Margaret was elected Tribal Chairperson, a position she held uncontested for 30 years.
In 1980 Margaret lost her best friend, and husband when Earl Sr. died in a logging accident, leaving Margaret to pursue their dreams on her own.
In 1984, she read about the success of the Seminole Tribe in Florida opening their own Bingo Hall and she began a search for private investors to help her Tribe open a Bingo Hall.
The Tribe opened their first Bingo Hall in 1985, but it was a rocky start on their path to self-reliance. The Bingo Hall opened and closed three times. With Margaret’s incredible determination, she convinced her Tribal Government to let her try one more time. In 1991, with backing from honest investors, Jackson Indian Bingo opened its doors.
Several political moves were necessary for the Bingo Hall to grow into a Casino. The Tribe watched carefully as California voters approved Proposition 5, the Tribal Government Gaming and Economic Self-Sufficiency Act in 1998. The following year the Tribe signed a compact with the State of California. Proposition 1A, the California Indian Self-Reliance Amendment, passed in 2000, affirming the right to gaming on tribal lands and Jackson Rancheria’s path to self sufficiency was clear.
Unlike many California casinos which sprang up as giant properties in lightly populated rural areas, often with considerable local resistance, Jackson Rancheria has grown along with its community and for the most part enjoyed substantial local support.
Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is now the largest employer in Amador County and has spent and donated tens of millions of dollars into the local economy. A new access road, Dalton Road, opened in 2006 reducing the casino’s impact on county roads.
Over the years the metal building that housed the first Bingo Hall has grown into a casino complex that includes multiple restaurants, a Hotel, RV Park, General Store & Gas Station, and the first LEED certified building in the county. The Tribe has also built new homes for its residents, a medical and dental clinic, water and sewage treatment plants, an auto mechanic shop, child care center for employees’ children, and an off-reservation apartment complex.
Margaret and Earl Dalton’s dream was the betterment of the Native American’s way of life. Margaret lived to see that dream come true for her Tribe.
Today her Tribe continues down the path she envisioned, now led by her son Adam Dalton, who was elected Tribal Chairperson in January 2013, and her grandson Tribal Vice Chairperson Robert F. Dalton. The Tribal Council also includes Secretary/Treasurer Nick Wilson and General Council Representatives, Adam Dalton Jr. and Xavier Wilson.
In honor of Margaret’s vision, determination, and accomplishments, the Tribe has declared her birthday, February 9, to be Founder’s Day.
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Chaw'se Day
The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians invites the community to join them for the 4rd Annual Chaw’se Day event on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 at the Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park.
Over the past four years, the Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians have led and completed the restoration efforts at the Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park, including the traditional Roundhouse. They now invite the public to join them in welcoming Spring with Native American games, cuisine, dancing, crafts, guided park tours, and much more!
The event is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days and admission is free.
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For additional event information, please contact Natasha Ballew at nballew@jacksoncasino.com or 209-223-8102.
The Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park is located at 14881 Pine Grove Volcano Road, Pine Grove, CA 95665
Community Involvement
Jackson Rancheria Cares About The Community
The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians supports the Native American tradition of sharing with and contributing to the local community.
The Tribe’s commitment to upgrading every park and ball field in the county is just the latest example of their community contributions.
The Amador County Chamber of Commerce recognized the Tribe's commitment to the community by naming its annual humanitarian award after our late Tribal Chairperson Margaret Dalton.
Supporting Charitable Programs
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The Tribe makes numerous direct philanthropic grants each year with an emphasis on local community groups, schools, organizations, and projects that benefit children and seniors. Thousands of grants are awarded each year, ranging from small individual grants to major donations to assist schools, senior organizations, and those in need.
Helping Others in Times of Need
When disasters hit anywhere in the world, Jackson Rancheria can provide a convenient and reliable place to make sure your donations go where they are needed most. Butte Fire Video
Following major disasters, donation stations are often set up in the Casino to allow guests and employees to do their part to aid others in need. All funds collected go to reputable organizations such as the American Red Cross.
Providing Career Opportunities
Jackson Rancheria is the largest employer in Amador County, with more than 1,000 employees in a county with a population of only 35,000.
The Tribe provides competitive wages and an excellent benefits package while striving to set the standard for career advancement, workplace safety, training and support.
Employees enjoy a substantial benefits package that includes on-site child care (the first on-site company-run child care center in the county), medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, generous paid time off schedule, and more.
Protecting the Environment
Jackson Rancheria continues the Native American tradition of caring for the land, enjoying its rewards while protecting it for future generations.
Environmental programs at the Rancheria include:
- An active recycling program
- Energy conservation efforts included in all building projects
- State-of-the-art waste water treatment plant
- Litter removal along the road leading to the Casino and participating in the California Adopt-A-Highway program
Contributing to the County
Since opening the Casino, Jackson Rancheria has voluntarily contributed substantial amounts to County and City agencies to mitigate the Casino's impact.
The Tribe regularly contributes funds to:
- Road maintenance and improvement
- Traffic impact studies
- The District Attorney's office
- The Sheriff's Department
- The Amador Fire Protection District
The Tribe also constructed the Pine Woods Apartments on non-reservation land, providing needed housing and a diversified economic base for the Tribe as well as additional property tax revenues for local government.
In addition, the Tribe built the $5.5 million Dalton Road to bring traffic directly from State Highway 88 to the Casino across the reservation, reducing the impact on county roads.
Tribal business operations pay more than $50 million annually in taxes, including payroll tax, Social Security, Medicare, state unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and others.
Making local vendors a priority, the Tribe annually purchases over $50 million in goods and services.
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Jackson Rancheria also supports responsible gambling, providing information in the Casino and on their website about resources for those seeking assistance with gambling addiction.
Fire Department
Jackson Rancheria Fire Department Offers All Risk Hazard Protection
In June 2007 the Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians organized the Jackson Rancheria Fire Department as an all risk hazard protection unit.
The department’s purpose is to protect and save lives, respond to medical emergencies, prevent, suppress and control fires, perform rescue operations at emergency scenes, and prevent fire damage to the property and environment.
The department is headed by the Fire Chief and each 24 hour shift is staffed by a Captain, an Engineer and a Firefighter. It is located in the Public Safety Building and operates two “first out” pieces of equipment plus a reserve engine.
Donation Program
Donation Application General Guidelines
The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians supports the Native American tradition of sharing with and giving back to the local community through generous donations to various events, organizations and efforts.
Donation applications are limited to one application per year per project. Duplicate or repeat applications will not be considered.
If approved, applicants can expect a response within six weeks. If you have questions about an approved donation, please send your questions in writing to the address on your approval letter.
If you do not receive a response, please consider your request denied. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
Some donations will require a written follow-up report from the applicant on how the funds were utilized.
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Requests MUST be on the Jackson Rancheria Donation Application Form. Donation Application Forms are only accepted by US Postal Service mail.
Be brief but specific in your application. Supplemental sheets or information are accepted, but the application form must contain all primary information.
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Application forms must be received by the 15th of the month for funding consideration the following month. (For example, Application Forms must be received by May 15 in order to be considered for funding by the end of June.)
Native American Gathering
The Jackson Band of Miwuk Indians successfully hosted their first inaugural, Native American Gathering on Saturday, May 18th with friends and family from tribes across Northern California. The invitational event attracted several vendors, offering a variety of items from traditional beaded and abalone jewelry to informational booths such as the American Indian Film institute and the Friendship House, residential, treatment program from San Francisco.
The day began with a spiritual prayer lead by Miwuk elder, Mildred Burley, accompanied by song from Dennis Dalton and his fellow Native drummers. Attractions included entertainment from two local, traditional Miwuk dance groups and guests were welcome to join hand game tournaments and sharing their music and prayer on the community drum. Later they enjoyed earth cooked venison and pork with fry bread and customary accompaniments, before ending the evening with laughter thanks to the comedians of the Pow Wow Comedy Jam.
The comedy show was opened by a presentation given by Michael Smith, President of the American Indian Film Institute. During this heart felt presentation, Michael thanked the event host, Adam Dalton, Tribal Chairman of the Jackson Band of Miwuk Indians for “being a longtime supporter of their program for more than 15 years”. Adam was presented with an oversized, handmade dreamcatcher, which he accepted gratefully alongside his son, A.J.
The event ended shortly after the laughs subsided and was said to have been one of the best Native Gatherings in several years past. The 2nd annual event will be scheduled soon and will take place again sometime in late spring of 2014.
- Community Involvement
Jackson Rancheria Cares About The Community
The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians supports the Native American tradition of sharing with and contributing to the local community.
The Tribe’s commitment to upgrading every park and ball field in the county (link to 9.1a) is just the latest example of their community contributions.
The Amador County Chamber of Commerce recognized the Tribe's commitment to the community by naming its annual humanitarian award after our late Tribal Chairperson Margaret Dalton.
Supporting Charitable Programs
The Tribe makes numerous direct philanthropic grants each year with an emphasis on local community groups, schools, organizations, and projects that benefit children and seniors. Thousands of grants are awarded each year, ranging from small individual grants to major donations to assist schools, senior organizations, and those in need.
Helping Others in Times of Need
When disasters hit anywhere in the world, Jackson Rancheria can provide a convenient and reliable place to make sure your donations go where they are needed most.
Following major disasters, donation stations are often set up in the Casino to allow guests and employees to do their part to aid others in need. All funds collected go to reputable organizations such as the American Red Cross.
Providing Career Opportunities
Jackson Rancheria is the largest employer in Amador County, with more than 1,000 employees in a county with a population of only 35,000.
The Tribe provides competitive wages and an excellent benefits package while striving to set the standard for career advancement, workplace safety, training and support.
Employees enjoy a substantial benefits package that includes on-site child care (the first on-site company-run child care center in the county), medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, generous paid time off schedule, and more.
Protecting the Environment
Jackson Rancheria continues the Native American tradition of caring for the land, enjoying its rewards while protecting it for future generations.
Environmental programs at the Rancheria include:
- An active recycling program
- Energy conservation efforts included in all building projects
- State-of-the-art waste water treatment plant
- Litter removal along the road leading to the Casino and participating in the California Adopt-A-Highway program
Contributing to the County
Since opening the Casino, Jackson Rancheria has voluntarily contributed substantial amounts to County and City agencies to mitigate the Casino's impact.
The Tribe regularly contributes funds to:
- Road maintenance and improvement
- Traffic impact studies
- The District Attorney's office
- The Sheriff's Department
- The Amador Fire Protection District
The Tribe also constructed the Pine Woods Apartments on non-reservation land, providing needed housing and a diversified economic base for the Tribe as well as additional property tax revenues for local government.
In addition, the Tribe built the $5.5 million Dalton Road to bring traffic directly from State Highway 88 to the Casino across the reservation, reducing the impact on county roads.
Tribal business operations pay more than $50 million annually in taxes, including payroll tax, Social Security, Medicare, state unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and others.
Making local vendors a priority, the Tribe annually purchases over $50 million in goods and services.
Jackson Rancheria also supports responsible gambling, providing information in the Casino and on their website about resources for those seeking assistance with gambling addiction.