The state Department of Alcohol Beverage Control granted an interim operational permit to the tribe but local opponents are planning to speak at an appeal hearing, The Santa Barbara Independent reported. 'We have proven that our resort can operate in a responsible way when serving alcohol, and we will continue to do so under these new guidelines.” “Alcohol will be available to be sold and consumed in areas of the gaming floor that we will determine and enforce,' Chairman Vincent Armenta said in a press release. But patrons must be at least 21 years of age to enter the facility from now on. The tribe will be able to serve liquor on the floor of the Chumash Casino Resort as part of the permit. The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians is raising the gambling age at its casino as part of a new liquor permit. Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez, California.
