BAGUIO City Mayor Reinaldo Bautista Jr. assured he will not sign a business permit in case gambling operations at Camp John Hay (CJH) ensues.

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Even bingo socials will not do, said the mayor even as he asked the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to ask the consent of the City Government before proceeding with its plans.

"Although the BCDA is an independent body, they should also seek our approval," Bautista said.

News earlier broke that a gaming complex will be opened in CJH. Royal Highland Gaming Corporation, the same company that in 2003 has offered to operate a casino and was approved by the City Council then, will operate this.

However, no casino was built because of the overwhelming rejection by the Baguio community.

The City Council on Monday also passed a resolution reiterating their rejection of gambling activities not only in CJH but also in Baguio. (ENO)

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(November 10, 2008 issue)
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