Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Department is the liaison and primary contact for the Tribe for inquiries received from federal (including Bureau of Indian Affairs) state and local agencies. This department receives and disseminates pertinent information with recommendation to tribal officers and tribal entities.

The Governmental Affairs and Administrative Specialist is the Tribe’s liaison to coordinate with federal, state and local agencies on proposed projects. The specialist is responsible for overseeing projects including fee-to-trust, federal land transfers, and governmental compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Governmental Affairs and Administrative Specialist also assists tribal entities in the development and implementation of tribal ordinances, policies and procedures, and tribal benefits and programs.