Bishop Paiute Tribal Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Wanaaha Hotel
On August 16, 2024, in Bishop, CA, the Bishop Paiute Tribal Council and the Bishop Paiute Development Corporation broke ground on a four-story, 78-room hotel. The 52,670-square-foot facility will include a conference room, pool, jacuzzi, patio area, and coffee shop. The Wanaaha Hotel project, with a budget of $28 million, will be one of the largest economic development initiatives in the area.
The groundbreaking ceremony, led by Tribal Chairman Steven Orihuela, marked more than just the beginning of construction. It symbolizes a commitment to strengthening community bonds, creating job opportunities, and laying the foundation for future generations. Chairman Orihuela expressed heartfelt gratitude to Tribal leadership, past and present, acknowledging key figures such as Allen Summers Sr., Chad Delgado, Earleen Williams, Bill Vega, the late Monty Bengochia, Kris Hohag, Gerald Howard, Brian Poncho, and many others who played crucial roles in making this project a reality.
Bishop Paiute Tribal Vice-Chairwoman Emma Williams highlighted the project’s importance in continuing the tribe’s legacy and driving future development. The Wanaaha Hotel project is a significant milestone in the tribe’s efforts to enhance local tourism and offer upscale accommodations that honor their cultural heritage.
Teri Red Owl, Chairwoman of the Bishop Paiute Development Corporation, emphasized that the hotel project is just the beginning of transformative developments in the valley, including the creation of essential facilities and job opportunities. The Vice President of Operations for Moorefield Construction expressed enthusiasm for being part of the project and looks forward to its completion in late September 2025.
The Bishop Paiute Tribe is a federally recognized Indian tribe located on its 875-acre Bishop Paiute Reservation in Inyo County, California. The Reservation was formed under Congressional Act 5299, P.L. No. 43 of April 20, 1937. The Tribe is committed to the wellbeing of its people. For more information, please contact the Bishop Paiute Tribe at (760) 873-3584.
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