UPPER LAKE, Calif. – The Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake and Running Creek Casino have donated $80,000 to the Northshore Fire Protection District.
The check presentation was made at Running Creek Casino on Wednesday, Dec. 19.
The Northshore Fire Protection District services the entire Northshore, from the Lake and Mendocino County Line to the Lake and Colusa County line, about 42 miles along Highway 20.
A portion of the money will be used for continued funding of a new position at the fire district and will save money previously spent on outsourcing.
“We are pleased to be in a position to give back to the community in this way,” said Habematolel Tribal Chairperson Sherry Treppa. “Our goal in opening Running Creek Casino was not only to create a better way of life for our tribal members and a greater sense of self reliance, but to also provide a better standard of living for Lake County residents through philanthropy.”
The firefighters of the Northshore Fire Protection District recently made a very important stop at Running Creek Casino on Saturday, Dec. 15, when they gave a personal escort to Santa Claus via fire engine for a tree lighting ceremony and visit with local children.
The event was well attended, with local families enjoying gifts along with hot chocolate, cider and doughnuts with Santa and his elves.
“The owners, management, and employees of Running Creek Casino place a significant amount of importance and dedication on partnering with our local community,” said Running Creek Casino General Manager Mike Schrader. “We strive to be more than just another Lake County Casino. We want to be a key partner in the economic growth of the entire region.”
“These types of donations are huge because of declining revenue sources,” said Northshore Fire Protection District Chief Jay Beristianos. “We have the best job in the world, and when we have the support of groups like the tribe and the casino, it makes it that much better.”
For more about the tribe and casino visit www.runningcreekcasino.com , www.upperlakepomo.com , www.facebook.com/runningcreekcasino or www.twitter.com/therunningcreek .
Running Creek Casino is located at 635 E. Highway 20, Upper Lake.