Oneida Indian Nation
Overview
Deal Type |
Debt Capital Markets |
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Size |
$164.485 Million Tax Revenue Bonds |
Client & Transactional Partners |
Oneida Indian Nation |
Our Role |
Sole Initial Purchaser |
Summary
On February 8, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully closed on the Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A (Federally Taxable) (the “2024A Bonds”) and the Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024B (Federally Tax-Exempt) (the “2024B Bonds”) (collectively, the “2024 Bonds”) for the Oneida Indian Nation (“Oneida” or the “Nation”). KBCM closed on the 2024 Bonds simultaneously with the close of a $440 million Senior Secured Credit Facility (the “Revolver”) for Turning Stone Resort Casino, LLC (“TSRC”), for which KBCM served as Left Lead Arranger, Joint Bookrunner and Administrative Agent. In conjunction with the Revolver, proceeds of the 2024A Bonds will be used primarily to fund a major expansion at Turning Stone Resort Casino; proceeds of the 2024B Bonds will be used primarily to fund a Community Center for Oneida members. KBCM acted as Sole Initial Purchaser for the 2024 Bonds.
KBCM was selected to serve as sole Initial Purchaser for the 2024 Bonds given our long-standing relationship with the Nation and our industry-leading expertise in executing bond transactions for tribal issuers across the United States.
The transaction marked one of the largest bond issues by a tribal issuer that was secured exclusively by tax collections. This may help pave the way for other tribes to issue debt secured by tax revenues to fund capital projects in the future.
About the Oneida Indian Nation
The Oneida Indian Nation, a federally recognized sovereign Indian Nation in Upstate New York, occupies a ~300,000-acre reservation in Oneida and Madison Counties. The Oneida Indian Nation has established itself as a cultural leader within Indian Country and across the United States, as well as an economic engine for Upstate New York. Turning Stone Enterprises, the parent organization for the Nation’s business operations, is among the region’s largest employers and includes a diverse portfolio of enterprises that span casinos, restaurants, hotels, spas, golf courses, convenience stores, and more.
Turning Stone Resort Casino
Turning Stone Resort Casino is the most award-winning destination resort in Upstate New York and the region’s largest tourist destination. The resort’s world-class amenities include five hotels, two spas, five golf courses, more than 20 dining options, Las Vegas-style gaming, the TS Sports sports book, the Exit 33 nightlife complex, and spacious event facilities that include a high-tech conference center, an intimate concert venue, and a 5,000-seat arena. Turning Stone regularly welcomes the biggest names in entertainment and sports, and its amenities have been recognized repeatedly by leading industry authorities and with prestigious awards that include the Forbes Four-Star Award, AAA Four Diamond Award, Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence, and more.
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