A new Indian casino is planned for Belmont Park — Long Island's leading racetrack.
 

Located just outside New York City, the track can reach millions in the metropolitan area who want to satisfy a gambling urge without a trip to Atlantic City.

The Shinnecock Tribe reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Interior last week that hastens the process for the tribe to receive formal recognition by the Bur eau of Indian Affairs — necessary before any tribe can even consider opening a gambling facility .

Tribal officials were in Washington this week, where they were expected to make their case for federal recognition, which the tribe has been seeking since 1978.

"As Indian people, even though we've maintained who we are for generations, and surrounded by some of the wealthiest communities in the country, perhaps this recognition will help some of our neighbors better understand us and foster a new mutual respect," said Shinnecock trustee Randy King.

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