In 2024 alone, the Rincon Tribe generated nearly $739 million in total economic output, supporting nearly 3,000 jobs while contributing $217 million in labor income and providing an additional $52 million in tax revenue.
Continuing this impressive rate of growth, Californians could potentially benefit from an additional $1.65 billion in Rincon economic impact through 2026.
See Rincon’s Impact in Action
Rincon’s 2024 economic impact was 2.5 times greater than in 2010
The Tribe continues to invest heavily in support of community services, including fire and emergency services protection. Rincon also supports many organizations whose missions include comprehensive healthcare, food security, homeless programs, preserving precious resources and assisting veterans.
“The Rincon Tribe is enjoying unprecedented success. We deliver critical impact every day by generating good paying jobs, dynamic economic activity and important tax revenue. All of us at Rincon are proud to share our prosperity, creating more opportunities for everyone including those in need.” – Chairman Steve Stallings
Making a Difference
The Rincon Tribe proudly supports many organizations and communities across Southern California and throughout San Diego County. Check out some of these stories below.
The Rincon Tribe is proud to be the first Tribal sponsor of KPBS programming, elevating our longtime commitment to community service.
“Community education is vitally important. Having lived on this land since time immemorial, Rincon is deeply committed to our people, our neighbors and the universal ideals that bind us together as Americans.” – Chairman Steve Stallings
Rincon is underwriting Public Matters, an ambitious, multi-platform initiative of KPBS that increases public conversation and news coverage of major issues that matter to our region.
This year, Public Matters emphasizes “America 250” in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Rincon’s participation will help to explore our national and local history, reflect upon who we have become and relate our collective hopes for the future.
Public Matters also presents “One Small Step,” bringing strangers with different beliefs and backgrounds together for a conversation that demonstrates we have more in common than we think. The program features engagement without debate, but with curiosity and compassion.
In addition to KPBS, Public Matters features journalism from inewsource and Voice of San Diego. These three independent, nonprofit news organizations are partnering to share content, conversation and events that ensure all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process.
“Giving voice to stories that might otherwise go untold, public media is America’s historian and we are San Diego’s storyteller. We are thrilled to have the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians join KPBS in this effort.” – Deanna Mackey, KPBS General Manager
Friday, October 12, 2018, marked a milestone in the
history of the Rincon Band – the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new
Tribal Government Center.
Joining Rincon Band members at the opening ceremony
were Assemblywoman Marie Waldron, State Senator Ben Hueso, Escondido City
Manager Jeff Epp, San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister, and
Assemblyman Brian Maienschein. Delegations from the California Highway Patrol
and San Diego County Sheriff’s Department also attended the grand opening
event.
In dedicating the new building, Chairman Bo Mazzetti
stated to the crowd, “The first job of tribal government is to create a
reliable funding stream to meet the needs of the Band members – such as health
care. That’s been done fairly well. Once that was done, we needed to get all of
our government employees together. For many years we’ve operated in trailers.
Now they will have a permanent home. It’s a great day for us.”
The new Tribal Government Center is located on an
11-acre site south of the Fire Station and General Services Building. The
43,000 square foot state-of-the art complex includes a lobby and reception
area, auditorium, employee offices, meeting rooms and conference areas, a large
kitchen, as well as a covered barbeque and patio area.
The Chairman acknowledged the many guests at the
event, including several representatives of other tribes. “Tribes have come a
long way from all over the state to be here,” adding, “We even have a Senator
cooking for us.” Mazzetti was referring to State Senator Ben Hueso, who cooked
a giant paella out on the patio, where refreshments were served.
Council member Alfonso Kolb, Sr., addressed the crowd:
“It’s a great day here today. Our achievements are great. We have needed a lot
of patience to achieve them. This is a building where we can come together and
work together to help build our future. I hope this government building stands
forever. It is our capital. Our people have been looking for something like
this to unify us. It’s a good day.” Kolb added that paving stones at the
entrance bear the names of every member of the tribe. “It gives us each a sense
of ownership,” he said.
Council member Steve Stallings, in his position as
Chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA), spoke of
the new building as “our national headquarters, the nation’s soul. A place to
serve the membership more efficiently. To plan better; to communicate better.”
In referring to the “nation”, Stallings meant the tribal nation, since Indian
tribes are sovereign. The Tribal Government Center is “intended to meet the
needs of the tribe for the next one hundred years,” he said.
Vice Chairwoman Tishmall Turner read the names of the many guests, thanking them for joining with Rincon on this special and historic day. Council member Laurie Gonzalez explained to the guests that the Tribe has had self-governance since the time it was made up of clan leaders. She added that those touring the facility would see exhibits of the Tribe’s culture, art, baskets, medicine, and tools. “These displays will remind you that we have always been here and will always be here.”
Rincon broke ground for the new building in July 2017. The building replaced temporary trailers that had been used for the past nine years. Construction and road improvement along State Route 6 (Valley Center Road) will improve the ingress and egress of the new Center and is expected to be completed before the end of November.
In conclusion, Chairman Mazzetti thanked those responsible for the design and construction of the building. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who worked diligently on the construction of the building and contributed to making this a reality,” adding, “This project has been a significant undertaking. The design of the interior incorporates the Luiseño culture. We are going to use this opportunity to incorporate elements that reflect our culture. We have artistic statements throughout the building which have been adapted from tribal basket weaving art, historic oak wood, and stone elements used in building materials, all with indigenous landscaping.”
The Rincon Tribal Council consists of Steve Stallings, Vice Chair Joseph Linton, and council members Laurie E. Gonzalez, John Constantino, and Alfonso Kolb Sr.
Rincon Tribal Council Members are democratically elected by
a majority vote of Tribal members. Not only do they serve as the executive,
legislative, and judicial branches of the government, but they possess the
legal authority and responsibility to protect and promote the welfare of the
Tribal members and jurisdiction over the reservation. The Tribal Council also serves
as board of directors for Tribal enterprises, including Harrah’s Resort SoCal.
Valley Center, CA… In honor of all the hard work and dedication, the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians are showing their gratitude and appreciation to the Rincon Fire Department station 181 and all of the first responders by kicking off a Heroes billboard campaign in North San Diego County. We Love our Heroes, Heroes Among Us and Our Neighbors Our Heroes billboards will run for 8 weeks at the I-15 North and Southbound exits of Via Rancho Parkway.
“We are thankful to our firefighters and first responders for all that they are doing,” stated Bo Mazzetti, Chairman of the Rincon Tribe. “We want to honor them for serving our residents and protecting our communities.”
Each day firefighters provide a variety of services to protect the lives, property and environment of the communities they serve. These services include a professional, highly trained and equipped response force that responds to fires, provides advanced life support, and pre-hospital emergency care, ambulance transportation and disaster management. These services are designed to improve and maintain the quality of life for all. Recently, the Rincon Fire team was assigned to help battle the Northern California Fires.
“The fires we are seeing this year are devastating to historic levels. Not to mention, the multiple deaths as a result of these fires,” expressed Fire Chief Ed Hadfield. “I am so proud of the dedication, effort and professionalism that our firefighters continue to demonstrate out on the front lines for weeks on end. Seeing how proud the Rincon Band are of their firefighters and their fire department is incredible and we are genuinely thankful.”
The Rincon Fire Station was established in 2006. It is the largest station in the Valley Center region and is staffed with 10 full-time career personnel at all times. They have three firefighter/paramedics assigned to duty each day, and the station has the following apparatuses: 1- Engine Company with 4 personnel, 1- Truck Company with 4 personnel, and 1-Rescue Ambulance with 2 personnel. The station responds to approximately 3200 responses a year.
About the Rincon Tribe
The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians is a sovereign government recognized by the United States of America. The Tribe owns Harrah’s Resort Southern California and uses profits from this and other commercial enterprises to provide government services. At no cost to taxpayers, Rincon’s public safety operations respond to emergencies in the neighboring communities, with more than a majority of calls generating outside the Reservation. Rincon’s tribal enterprises are significant contributors to the North San Diego County economy through job creation, tax generation, purchase of local products and services and charitable donations. www.rincon-nsn.gov
One Government Center Lane
Valley Center, CA 92082 Directions
Tel: (760) 749-1051
Fax: (760) 749-8901
CONTACT SECURITY 24 Hours a day: (760) 297-2611 Contact
The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians occupies a 5,000-acre reservation in Valley Center, CA. Established in 1875, the Rincon Band is a sovereign government recognized by the United States of America.
Rincon Accelerates Economic Impact
Last Published: March 10, 2026 by Nick Higgins · Leave a Comment
In 2024 alone, the Rincon Tribe generated nearly $739 million in total economic output, supporting nearly 3,000 jobs while contributing $217 million in labor income and providing an additional $52 million in tax revenue.
Continuing this impressive rate of growth, Californians could potentially benefit from an
additional $1.65 billion in Rincon economic impact through 2026.
See Rincon’s Impact in Action
Rincon’s 2024 economic impact was 2.5 times greater than in 2010
The Tribe continues to invest heavily in support of community services, including fire and emergency services protection. Rincon also supports many organizations whose missions include comprehensive healthcare, food security, homeless programs, preserving precious resources and assisting veterans.
“The Rincon Tribe is enjoying unprecedented success. We deliver critical impact every day by generating good paying jobs, dynamic economic activity and important tax revenue. All of us at Rincon are proud to share our prosperity, creating more opportunities for everyone including those in need.”
– Chairman Steve Stallings
Making a Difference
The Rincon Tribe proudly supports many organizations and communities across Southern California and throughout San Diego County. Check out some of these stories below.
KPBS Programming
Last Published: March 2, 2026 by Nick Higgins · Leave a Comment
Rincon Tribe Sponsors KPBS
The Rincon Tribe is proud to be the first Tribal sponsor of KPBS programming, elevating our longtime commitment to community service.
“Community education is vitally important. Having lived on this land since time immemorial, Rincon is deeply committed to our people, our neighbors and the universal ideals that bind us together as Americans.”
– Chairman Steve Stallings
Rincon is underwriting Public Matters, an ambitious, multi-platform initiative of KPBS that increases public conversation and news coverage of major issues that matter to our region.
This year, Public Matters emphasizes “America 250” in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Rincon’s participation will help to explore our national and local history, reflect upon who we have become and relate our collective hopes for the future.
Public Matters also presents “One Small Step,” bringing strangers with different beliefs and backgrounds together for a conversation that demonstrates we have more in common than we think. The program features engagement without debate, but with curiosity and compassion.
In addition to KPBS, Public Matters features journalism from inewsource and Voice of San Diego. These three independent, nonprofit news organizations are partnering to share content, conversation and events that ensure all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process.
“Giving voice to stories that might otherwise go untold, public media is America’s historian and we are San Diego’s storyteller. We are thrilled to have the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians join KPBS in this effort.”
– Deanna Mackey, KPBS General Manager
Rincon Government Center
Last Published: October 25, 2020 by Mike Uyeda · Leave a Comment
Friday, October 12, 2018, marked a milestone in the history of the Rincon Band – the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Tribal Government Center.
Joining Rincon Band members at the opening ceremony were Assemblywoman Marie Waldron, State Senator Ben Hueso, Escondido City Manager Jeff Epp, San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister, and Assemblyman Brian Maienschein. Delegations from the California Highway Patrol and San Diego County Sheriff’s Department also attended the grand opening event.
In dedicating the new building, Chairman Bo Mazzetti stated to the crowd, “The first job of tribal government is to create a reliable funding stream to meet the needs of the Band members – such as health care. That’s been done fairly well. Once that was done, we needed to get all of our government employees together. For many years we’ve operated in trailers. Now they will have a permanent home. It’s a great day for us.”
The new Tribal Government Center is located on an 11-acre site south of the Fire Station and General Services Building. The 43,000 square foot state-of-the art complex includes a lobby and reception area, auditorium, employee offices, meeting rooms and conference areas, a large kitchen, as well as a covered barbeque and patio area.
The Chairman acknowledged the many guests at the event, including several representatives of other tribes. “Tribes have come a long way from all over the state to be here,” adding, “We even have a Senator cooking for us.” Mazzetti was referring to State Senator Ben Hueso, who cooked a giant paella out on the patio, where refreshments were served.
Council member Alfonso Kolb, Sr., addressed the crowd: “It’s a great day here today. Our achievements are great. We have needed a lot of patience to achieve them. This is a building where we can come together and work together to help build our future. I hope this government building stands forever. It is our capital. Our people have been looking for something like this to unify us. It’s a good day.” Kolb added that paving stones at the entrance bear the names of every member of the tribe. “It gives us each a sense of ownership,” he said.
Council member Steve Stallings, in his position as Chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA), spoke of the new building as “our national headquarters, the nation’s soul. A place to serve the membership more efficiently. To plan better; to communicate better.” In referring to the “nation”, Stallings meant the tribal nation, since Indian tribes are sovereign. The Tribal Government Center is “intended to meet the needs of the tribe for the next one hundred years,” he said.
Vice Chairwoman Tishmall Turner read the names of the many guests, thanking them for joining with Rincon on this special and historic day. Council member Laurie Gonzalez explained to the guests that the Tribe has had self-governance since the time it was made up of clan leaders. She added that those touring the facility would see exhibits of the Tribe’s culture, art, baskets, medicine, and tools. “These displays will remind you that we have always been here and will always be here.”
Rincon broke ground for the new building in July 2017. The building replaced temporary trailers that had been used for the past nine years. Construction and road improvement along State Route 6 (Valley Center Road) will improve the ingress and egress of the new Center and is expected to be completed before the end of November.
In conclusion, Chairman Mazzetti thanked those responsible for the design and construction of the building. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who worked diligently on the construction of the building and contributed to making this a reality,” adding, “This project has been a significant undertaking. The design of the interior incorporates the Luiseño culture. We are going to use this opportunity to incorporate elements that reflect our culture. We have artistic statements throughout the building which have been adapted from tribal basket weaving art, historic oak wood, and stone elements used in building materials, all with indigenous landscaping.”
Rincon Tribal Council
Last Published: October 24, 2020 by Hamed Fazli · Leave a Comment
The Rincon Tribal Council consists of Steve Stallings, Vice Chair Joseph Linton, and council members Laurie E. Gonzalez, John Constantino, and Alfonso Kolb Sr.
Rincon Tribal Council Members are democratically elected by a majority vote of Tribal members. Not only do they serve as the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the government, but they possess the legal authority and responsibility to protect and promote the welfare of the Tribal members and jurisdiction over the reservation. The Tribal Council also serves as board of directors for Tribal enterprises, including Harrah’s Resort SoCal.
Our Neighbors, Our Heroes
Last Published: October 20, 2020 by Mike Uyeda · Leave a Comment
Rincon Tribe Honors Firefighters with Heartfelt ‘Heroes’ Campaign
We Love Our Heroes Billboard Campaign Kicks off
Valley Center, CA… In honor of all the hard work and dedication, the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians are showing their gratitude and appreciation to the Rincon Fire Department station 181 and all of the first responders by kicking off a Heroes billboard campaign in North San Diego County. We Love our Heroes, Heroes Among Us and Our Neighbors Our Heroes billboards will run for 8 weeks at the I-15 North and Southbound exits of Via Rancho Parkway.
“We are thankful to our firefighters and first responders for all that they are doing,” stated Bo Mazzetti, Chairman of the Rincon Tribe. “We want to honor them for serving our residents and protecting our communities.”
Each day firefighters provide a variety of services to protect the lives, property and environment of the communities they serve. These services include a professional, highly trained and equipped response force that responds to fires, provides advanced life support, and pre-hospital emergency care, ambulance transportation and disaster management. These services are designed to improve and maintain the quality of life for all. Recently, the Rincon Fire team was assigned to help battle the Northern California Fires.
“The fires we are seeing this year are devastating to historic levels. Not to mention, the multiple deaths as a result of these fires,” expressed Fire Chief Ed Hadfield. “I am so proud of the dedication, effort and professionalism that our firefighters continue to demonstrate out on the front lines for weeks on end. Seeing how proud the Rincon Band are of their firefighters and their fire department is incredible and we are genuinely thankful.”
The Rincon Fire Station was established in 2006. It is the largest station in the Valley Center region and is staffed with 10 full-time career personnel at all times. They have three firefighter/paramedics assigned to duty each day, and the station has the following apparatuses: 1- Engine Company with 4 personnel, 1- Truck Company with 4 personnel, and 1-Rescue Ambulance with 2 personnel. The station responds to approximately 3200 responses a year.
About the Rincon Tribe
The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians is a sovereign government recognized by the United States of America. The Tribe owns Harrah’s Resort Southern California and uses profits from this and other commercial enterprises to provide government services. At no cost to taxpayers, Rincon’s public safety operations respond to emergencies in the neighboring communities, with more than a majority of calls generating outside the Reservation. Rincon’s tribal enterprises are significant contributors to the North San Diego County economy through job creation, tax generation, purchase of local products and services and charitable donations. www.rincon-nsn.gov
Rincon Tribal Council
Steve Stallings
Joseph Linton
Laurie Gonzalez
John Constantino
Alfonso Kolb Sr.
News and Events
Rincon Clean-Up Day
College & Career Fair
Rincon Tribe Elects Steve Stallings
Statement: Chairman Bo Mazzetti
Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians
One Government Center Lane
Valley Center, CA 92082
Directions
Tel: (760) 749-1051
Fax: (760) 749-8901
CONTACT SECURITY 24 Hours a day: (760) 297-2611
Contact
News and Events
Rincon Clean-Up Day
College & Career Fair
Rincon Tribe Elects Steve Stallings
Statement: Chairman Bo Mazzetti
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The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians occupies a 5,000-acre reservation in Valley Center, CA. Established in 1875, the Rincon Band is a sovereign government recognized by the United States of America.