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Fresh Thoughts on Why Kevin Stitt Is (Still) Right About the Compact Print News for the Heart of our City. Volume 57, Issue 9 September 2019 Read us daily at www.city-sentinel.com Ten Cents Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 7 Free elected National Committeewoman A quality inspection is key The Genoveses: Elizabeth and Eugene, Back in the News OKC Zoo’s Art Gone Wild exhibit AN EDITORIAL Fresh Thoughts on Why Kevin Stitt is (still) right about the Compact The City Sentinel Editorial of the Oklahoma definition of slot machines (still considered Governor Kevin Stitt appar- the old-style wooden tumbler ently remains determined to machines that ran here long renegotiate gaming compacts ago). in Oklahoma. Because that is In truth, sweetheart deals the case, leaders of the large between the Big Tribe “play- tribes – fashioned into a co- ers” – operating with virtual alition that benefits only the monopolistic powers after de- haves, and in no instance the cades of dubious federal Trust have-nots – announced recent- decisions – and their middle ly they would rebuff Stitt’s re- men machine vendor pals ben- newed calls for a meeting to efit only … the Big Tribes and discuss this serious matter in a their well connected buddies serious manner. – who have skimmed hundred The powerful supporters of millions from the market of the status quo in Oklaho- Gov. Kevin Stitt through exclusive deals with ma tribal gaming are rejecting taking place in Las Vegas. Vegas machine manufactur- real talks about real issues be- In short, there is plenty of ers by attaching themselves to OCU School of Law Dean Jim Roth (far left) brought his own furry friends, Boo (left) and Brody (right), to meet the students of the 2019 Animal Law class. Facebook photo. cause they like things the way money churning here in Okla- large tribes and thereby con- they are. They have renewed homa to pay the state and lit- trolling the market. pressure campaigns, working tle tribes more. But as things To stop this, vendor con- OCU School of Law introduces new through paid surrogates (bene- stand today and have for many tracts could require approv- ficiaries of Big Tribe largesse), years, the cash instead flows to al under the compact to make to undermine the state’s chief nationally-connected vendors sure they are not usurious. Animal Law program executive. But it appears he and their well-connected mid- To be clear, three tribes By Darla Shelden come from all corners of the lease, student interest in will stay the course. This could dle men. The money does not (Chickasaw, Choctaw, Chero- City Sentinel Reporter state and around the region, this field has been strong for be his finest hour, and this flow to Oklahomans. kee) control two-thirds of the it is not a surprise that many years, and for some of OCU newspaper supports him. Although state law prohibits $4.2 billion gaming market for This fall Oklahoma City of them have a great interest Law’s graduates, Animal Law Among the points that need slot machines, the state’s defi- Oklahoma. Adding in the oth- University School of Law in Animal Law,” said Jenni- is their primary focus. to be made: nition of a slot machine is not er two Big Tribes, the numbers (OCU Law) announced the fer Prilliman, OCU Associ- This new project includes Under the status quo, pres- the same as Vegas. Therefore, are: Five tribes controlling over launch of its new Animal Law ate Dean of Administration four distinct parts. The first ently too much money goes what is considered a slot ma- eighty percent of the gaming Program funded by the Kirk- and Distance Education. “Our is a networking opportunity out of state that should stay in chine in Vegas … is not consid- market. patrick Foundation. School new Animal Law program for students to network with Oklahoma. To be clear, Some ered that here. The State could There are other pieces to administrators believe this will allow them opportunities lawyers who practice Ani- $600-800 million is paid to out- simply require the Vegas style this puzzle. program could lead OCU to learn from some of the top mal Law. This opportunity is of-state machine vendors and standards for what is a gam- Here’s just one: When Okla- Law to become one of the top practitioners in the field. We part of OCU Law’s existing middle men distributors. That bling machine and deal with a homa was formed roughly schools for Animal Law in the are excited to expose them to Capital City Connect series, number would be $150-200 mil- large part of the problem. This 10,000 natives were of the five country. this growing area of the law.” which has been established lion if the same activities were can be done and not run afoul continued on page 2 “As many of our students According to a press re- continued on page 6 Green Connections to host 11th annual Prairie Dinner & Jazz at St. Francis of JOHN F. ENNEDY the Woods By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter The eleventh annual Green Connections’ Prairie Dinner and Jazz event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 at St. Francis of the Woods, 11414 OK- 33, in Coyle, Oklahoma. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with conversation, music, ap- Keatings, Collison and Love Meyer to be petizers, and wine. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., followed The 11th annual Green Connection’s Prairie Dinner & Jazz event will feature a Honored at JFK Awards by a full concert at 7:30 p.m. five-course local foods meal catered by chefs Kamala Gamble and Barbara Mock Seating is limited. Announce- from Kam’s Kookery in Oklahoma City. Photo provided. held immediately following the proud Knight of Columbus. ments and an update from the pears, spiced pecans, and blue rangement. Organizers Add Af- dinner in the Skirvin’s Red Pia- “This year’s honorees donate Green Connections Board will cheese. The evening will provide no Bar. their time and talents to the ter Party to Keep the take place prior to the concert. The main course entrée will live music by the Prairie Jazz “’Play On’ will give young- service of our less fortunate The traditional five-course feature smoked Peach Crest Trio, featuring musicians Alys- Celebration of Service er Oklahoma Citians a chance friends and neighbors, said local foods dinner will be ca- Ranch brisket, served with sa Kozlowski on keyboard, Bri- to support the Santa Fe Cen- James Timberlake, Executive tered once again by chefs Ka- roasted sweet potatoes with an Jenner on the baritone sax- Going ter,” said James Timerlake, Ex- Director of the Santa Fe Family mala Gamble and Barbara thyme and garlic, along with ophone, and Clem Braden on Staff Report ecutive Director of the San- Life Center. “We are pleased to Mock from Oklahoma City’s grilled squash with fresh herbs. acoustic bass. ta Fe Family Life Center. “For honor that service.” Kam’s Kookery at Guilford For dessert, pear or apple tart- Brian Jenner’s Baritone Sax- A former governor and First a $25 donation, attendees can Jenny Love Meyer is being Gardens. lets will be presented with car- ophone Ensemble CD will be Lady, a community volunteer celebrate with gala attendees honored for her longtime com- The Prairie Dinner menu amel and whipped cream. available for a suggested mini- and an NBA superstar are re- and honorees in the Piano Bar munity involvement. Jenny is will include a creamy carrot A vegan entrée option with mum donation of $5. Proceeds cipients of the 2019 John F. while supporting our mission an Oklahoma native, a gradu- soup with coconut milk, a sea- roasted acorn squash with far- will go to benefit the Green Kennedy Community Service of sports and wellness for all. ate of Bishop McGuinness High sonal salad with cantaloupe, ro & beets will be served on re- Connections environmental Award. It’s going to be a great way to School in Oklahoma City, and basil, feta, balsamic or arugula, quest by prior reservation ar- continued on page 6 Governor Frank Keating end the night.” she holds a BA in political sci- and Former First Lady Cathy Proceeds from both events ence from Colorado College. Keating, Jenny Love Meyer support the Santa Fe Family She is a past board member and Nick Collison will for- Life Center (SFFLC). An out- A note to advertisers and mally accept their awards Sept. reach of the Knights of Colum- 17 at the 9th annual John F. bus Oklahoma Council 1038, potential advertisers Kennedy Community Service SFFLC’s mission is to provide Here is The City Sentinel print edition production schedule Awards gala. recreation and athletic pro- for next 2 months. The gala event begins with grams for underserved commu- a reception at 6:30 p.m., fol- nity members, including those October 2019 edition lowed by dinner at 7 p.m. at the who are financially disadvan- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Sept. 24 Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Okla- taged or mentally or physically Ad content deadline: Thursday, Sept. 26 homa City. Tickets and spon- disabled. November 2019 edition sorship information for the The John F. Kennedy Awards Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Oct. 22 gala are available by contacting honor individuals who make Ad content deadline: Thursday, Oct. 24 James Timberlake at (405) 840- a significant contribution 1817 or james.timberlake@sfflc. to Oklahoma, its communi- December 2019 edition com. ties and its people, while pay- Ad space reservation: Tuesday, Nov. 19 New this year, the gala will ing homage to the memory of Ad content deadline: Thursday, Nov.
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