Economic Development
The Peoria issue their own tribal vehicle tags and operate their own housing authority. The tribe owns two casinos and the Peoria Ridge Golf Course. The estimated annual economic impact of the tribe is $60 million. Tribal businesses, the Peoria Gaming Center, Buffalo Run Casino and Hotel, and Joe's Outback are all located in Miami, Oklahoma.
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