But pueblo officials said in a recent newsletter that the owner of the franchise did not live up to a contract agreement to provide marketing, management training and services. The newsletter also said the pueblo was trying to reduce a $1 million Hard Rock franchise payment, due at the end of 2012, to $750,000.
Resort executive CEO Pamela Gallegos said in a statement that Isleta Pueblo has decided to return to its own brand to identify it in this market and with its loyal customers. "The resort had operated under the Isleta Casino brand for over 20 years and the Pueblo believes this has a better connection in its history and culture," Gallegos said.
