In at least two other casino openings locally, Barona and Sycuan, alcohol permits were not issued until after the casinos had been operational for a year or more to first assess traffic impacts. ”State officials need to step up, do their job and put public safety first,” the Supervisor concluded,calling the casino a 'Hollywood horror show.' Jacob called on the state to rescind an interim alcohol permit issued, to hold a public hearing, and to be sure that all critical road improvements are completed before allowing the casino to open. We’ve seen 23 deaths and 1,100-plus collisions on this two-lane state road since 2005.” Hundreds of people have been injured in those accidents.Evacuation during a major wildfire is also a serious concern, she indicated. Jacob said the casino, slated to open soon, “will turn Highway 94 into even more of a deathtrap.
Facebook Journalism Project covid-19 reportingĪug(Jamul) – Supervisor Dianne Jacob today joined with residents at a press conference to voice concerns over state actions regarding the Hollywood Casino Jamul-San Diego.
