Current Tribal Council Members of the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians include (from L to R): Elaine Bethel-Fink, Tribal Chairperson; Maryann McGovran, Tribal Vice-Chairperson; Katrina Guitierez, Tribal Secretary; Avis Punkin, Tribal Treasurer; and Pat Beihn, Tribal Council Member.

"The development of a gaming and entertainment facility will begin a new chapter in our history - one that will be marked with renewed hope, economic self-sufficiency and bright futures for generations to come.” - Elaine Bethel Fink

“Our entertainment and gaming resort will bring new opportunities for our community as well as Madera County. With new resources for education, jobs and housing, we can find ways to preserve the culture of our elders while providing hope for our children’s future.” - Maryann McGovran

"Our project will be a positive addition to the County of Madera, adding thousands of jobs, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors and providing numerous other direct and indirect benefits to the community and our citizens." - Pat Beihn

"Our Tribe has a long history of local collaboration, adaptation, and innovation...and a great legacy of helping to build many of the region's defining industries and institutions. We continue that legacy with our open, collaborative approach to responsible development that will help stimulate the local economy, and bring new opportunities and hope for our Tribal citizens."- Avis Punkin

“It is an honor to be part of the Tribal Council during a period in which the Tribe is exercising its role and responsibility to improve the economic and social conditions of all tribal citizens and the local community.” - Katrina Guitierez