Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Tribal Council incumbents Dr. Joseph Giovannetti and Dorothy Wait were re-elected to open council seats during the General Election on Saturday, May 17, at the Regional Justice Center in Smith River.
A total of 329 Tribal Citizens voted in the election, with 64 Citizens voting in person on election day. The remaining Citizens dropped off their ballots or mailed them in the weeks leading up to the election.
Giovannetti and Wait were sworn in during the regular Tribal Council meeting on Thursday, May 22. At that time, the Tribal Council elected members to the following positions: Debbie Boardman as Tribal chairperson, Scott Sullivan as vice chairperson, Jeri Lynn Thompson as secretary, and Jaytuk Steinruck as treasurer.
Full election results on Page 2
Dr. Joseph Giovannetti and Dorothy Wait are sworn in during the May 22 Tribal Council meeting.
K'wes-taa-ni Num-nii~-ma~s (June) 2025 Tribal Government Newsletter published by the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation, 12801 Mouth of Smith River Road, Smith River CA 95567. Website: www.tolowa. gov. Articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Tribal Council of the Tolowa Deeni' Nation or their staff. The Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation reserves the right to use their discretion in the information they publish. As per the Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation, no article shall be published or acknowledged in the tribal newsletter that does not promote and protect the best interests of the Nation. For information, contact Public Information Officer: Scott Graves at scott.graves@tolowa.gov, 707-487-9255.
Early summer sun shines on peaceful Rowdy Creek near Smith River..
MMIP Awareness Walk
More than 60 tribal and nontribal citizens walked silently carrying signs through downtown Crescent City at noon May 5 to bring attention to the fact that thousands of Indigenous individuals go missing or fall victim to murder or human trafficking every year
The walk along the southbound and northbound sides of Highway 101 south of the Del Norte County Fairgrounds was the concluding part of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation's 3rd annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Walk. The MMIP event shines a spotlight on Indigenous victims who were murdered or have been reported missing throughout the United States and within the Nation's service area spanning Del Norte and Curry counties.
The event began at 10 a.m. with staff from the the Nation's Community and Family Wellness Victim Services Division helping participants make signs and paint their faces with a red handprint, which symbolizes the MMIP message. Displays included the names and photos of missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Following a prayer and Tolowa
song, individuals whose family members were murdered shared their stories of what happened or how their cases had been deferred or ignored by authorities and their communities.
"When we're dealing with a lot of heavy issues, we recognize what we have to work through it,"
Tribal Citizen Suntayea Steinruck told attendees. "It can be heavy on your heart, heavy on your soul, but it's also healing. We need to recognize it and address it – not just with ourselves, but with our families, our community and the greater community. That's how we can move forward
and heal."
Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Public Information Officer Scott Graves added, "Since time immemorial, the Tolowa people have lived in harmony with their environment and have been stewards of this area prior to the arrival of the first Euro-Americans. Sadly, many of the established villages were destroyed and their inhabitants killed by state-funded militias in the 1850s. Today, many descendants of the Tolowa people are enrolled citizens of the federally recognized Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation and Elk Valley Rancheria. These
Tribal Citizens continue to play a role in stewardship of their ancestral lands, working to protect the natural resources and its rich cultural heritage for future generations. However, the violence perpetuated against Tolowa and other Tribal Citizens continues. We are here today because we know the impact this scourge is having on so many people."
Graves added, "Many law enforcement agencies, justice system officials, victims' services advocates and policymakers have expressed genuine feelings of concern for this issue and desire to help address it. However, those words must be followed with actions and tangible results."
He offeed these tips: Listen to families, survivors, and their advocates. Take their perspectives and questions seriously. Take the time to learn their priorities and needs. Everyone can play a role in addressing this issue. If you have information about one that has occurred, call 911 immediately to report it. Be prepared to provide the location, any relevant descriptions. Any information can lead to a successful recovery of a missing Indigenous person.
MMIP Awareness participants walk silently down Highway 101 in Crescent City.
Cemetery Cleanup and Elders' Gathering
More than 100 Tribal Citizens and community members joined in the 2025 Cemetery Cleanup Day and Elders' Gathering on May 18. People converged on the Howonquet Indian Cemetery to socialize while caring for the resting place of our loved ones and ancestors. The activity began with a community breakfast at 9 a.m. at the Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center. Workers then took up gardening tools and supplies such as gloves, rakes, shovels and trash bags. Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation flags adorned the white picket fence and small U.S. Flags were provided for veterans' gravesites.
Is your Tribal ID up to date?
Since May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued ID is required to board commercial flights within the U.S.
While a valid U.S. passport remains an acceptable alternative, an acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe will also be accepted by TSA. This includes IDs issued by the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation.
If you haven't renewed your Tribal ID since January 2025, you will likely need to update your ID before you can travel via air. There will be no charge to do so.
To determine if you have need to update your Tribal ID, compare yours with the example shown above.Note the red highlighted areas: height, weight, gender, eyes and hair. Information for all these categories must be included on your Tribal ID to be accepted by TSA.
If you have any questions, contact Enrollment Specialist Angel Escobar at 707-487-9255, ext. 1181.
Tribal Citizen featured on PBS special
PBS has released the documentary "Northern California Indian Veterans of WWII," featuring Tolowa Deeni' Nation Tribal Citizen Daysri Frank Richards, along with Day-sri Lee Hover (Karuk) and Day-sri Wally Scott (Yurok).
This one-hour documentary, which was released by PBS, originally aired on KEET-TV in 2007 and is now available to view on their website.
The film was a partnership project with Native American educator/author Chag Lowry and based on his book "Orginal Patriots."
When America joined the Allies in World War II in 1941, over 25,000 Native American people joined the war effort. Although their stories are rarely told, they are part of "The Greatest Generation."
Stream on PBS.org: https://www.pbs.org/video/ original-patriots-northerncalifornia-indian-veterans-ofworld-war-ii-ensslr/.
Gardening is a great summer activity for kids
Summer is the perfect time of year to start a gardening project with your children. Gardening with children provides the perfect combination of skills and tasks to address your child’s development.
For example, young children can practice locomotor skills, body management skills and object control skills while they move from one place to another carrying tools, soil and water.
Fine motor skills such as whole-hand grasping and the pincer grasp (necessary skills for writing) are employed in gardening when children use a trowel, a rake and pick up tiny seeds to plant. Being outdoors in the fresh air and moving around is a good way to get exercise. Further, working in the garden with your children build bonds with them, creates memories, and may result in a lifelong love of growing things. Parents will also learn more about your children—how they think, what they like and dislike, and how capable they really are.
Fraley appointed state tribal advisor
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed Briannon Fraley, a citizen of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation and Crescent City resident, as Tribal Advisor at the California Public Utility Commission.
The Office of the Tribal Advisors serves as a resource for California Native American Tribes, facilitating governmentto-government relationships and communication with the CPUC. It aims to support self-governance and ensure meaningful input in the development of policies that affect Tribal communities.
— Submitted by the Sarah Campbell, Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Early Learning Program
As the Tribal Advisor, Fraley will implement the agency’s Tribal Consultation Policy and coordinates outreach and education on Tribal interests. She acts as a point of contact for Tribal governments engaging in CPUC proceedings, facilitate consultations with Commission leadership, and encourage Tribal participation in utility programs while consulting on relevant policy changes.
Previously, Fraley was the North America Indigenous Right Relations Director at The Nature Conservancy from 2022 to 2024. She was the Director of Government Relations of the City of Portland from 2021 to 2022. Fraley was the Self-Governance Director of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation from 2012 to 2020. She earned a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Kinesiology from the California State University, Sonoma, and a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Native American Studies from the California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
The Nation's Community and Family Wellness Department is offering free Narcan training for local businesses and agencies –training that could save the life of someone who has overdosed on opioids.
The training, provided by Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation certified staff, is open to businesses and agencies in Del Norte, Curry, Humboldt, Coos, and Josephine counties. This training is available to businesses such as hotels, restaurants, retail stores, housekeeping, caregivers, volunteer staff, and first responders.
Narcan training, also known as naloxone training, teaches individuals how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose, and specifically how to administer naloxone (Narcan) to reverse the effects of the overdose. This training is designed to equip people with the knowledge and skills to save a life in an emergency situation.
To schedule a training, fill out the online survey at www. surveymonkey.com/r/XYHNX7C. You will be contacted to set up a time and date for training.
You can also contact Stephanie Chisman of the Community and Family Wellness Department at 707-487-9255, ext. 1198.
This training is funded by "Tribal Opioid Response." Grant No. HHS-1H79TI085646 and No. HHS-1H79TI087811-01.
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ABOVE: Children at Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Early Learning Program (XELP) learn about the lifecycles of living creatures. Activities include releasing their butterflies after taking care of the them for six weeks. RIGHT: Dan Burgess from Del Norte Rural Human Services, discusses Chinook Salmon and places fry into the classroom's fish tank, where they will live until released.
Congratulations Graduates!
Alison Lee, daughter of Jeff and Becki Lee, graduated this year with a Bachelor's Degree and a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Oregon State University (Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine). She graduated Summa cum laude and made the Dean's List every term of veterinary school, ranking 5th in her class. She will begin her post-graduate career working as a mixed animal veterinarian for a clinic in Washington state.
"I always wanted to be a vet from the time I was little, and I love being in school and constantly learning," she said.
The ancestors of Lee, who grew up in Redding, California, is the Sesher family on her mother's side.
of Leonard Wonnacott and Monica Hurley, earned her Certificate of Completion in Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions 2 from the Foundation for Allied Dental Education (FADE) in Sacramento.
"I am the first Native American in my area to get the license and I want to do better for our community," she said.
Brittany, whose Tolowa ancestor is her grandfather Leonard, grew up in Eureka and Hoopa, California. She plans to continue her education with the goal of becoming a dentist. Her words of advice: "Don't let fear overcome you when you want something.Life is too short to not go for what you want."
Katelyn S. Lopez, daughter of Jennifer Lopez, graduated from Brookings-Harbor High School and plans to attend Southern Oregon University, where she will study interior design.
Katelyn's ancestors include her mother, Jennifer, Grandfather Ben Payne, Great Grandfather Donald Payne, and Great-greatgreat Aunt Sarah Peini. While in school, she played softball. Her advice: "Don't wish it way, it flies by. Don't be afraid to leave your comfort zone."
Adelaide Ficcadenti, daughter of Windy Phillips and Russ Renfro, graduated from Siuslaw High School and is interested in attending trade school. Her Tolowa ancesteors include maternal grandmother Kim Phillips and her great grandmother is Sara Bravo.
Adelaide grew up in Florence, Oregon, where she participated in band and art classes. She would like to pursue a career in Hospitality Services. Her words of advice: "Just do your work and don't procrastinate."
Tribal youth graduating in 2025 from 8th grade, high school, college or vocational school are encouraged to contact the Education Dept. so graduates can be celebrated at the annual Dee-ni’ Night and in the Tribal newsletter. Call 707-487-9255, ext. 1556.
Alison Lee
Katelyn S. Lopez
Adelaide Ficcadenti
Juliet Elise Kessler, daughter of Lance and Lauren Kessler, graduated from Azalea Middle School in Brookings, Oregon, and will attend Brookings-Harbor High School in the fall.
Juliet's Tolowa ancestors include Great-greatgreat grandmother Elsie McClung Criteser Brown, Great-Great Grandmother of Evelyn Blagden, Great Grandmother Deanna Howard, Grandmother Cynthia (Cindi) Olds.
While attending Azalea Middle School, Juliet participated in cheerleading, track, The youth group at Living Waters Church, and participated in the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation's Ace Program where she made traditional Tolowa hair wraps and ties with Mattie Bommely and Marva Sii~xuutesna Jones.
Austyn Lee Nyborg, son of Brannon and Tracey Nyborg, graduated from Las Flores High School and is interested in taking vocational training, attend a trade school and work part time. His Tolowa ancestors include grandmother Cynthia McMahan and great grandmother Evelyn Manning.
Austyn grew up in Elk Grove, California, and is interested in working in the construction field or video editing. He has played baseball since he was 3 years old, and played baseball in several youth leagues and in high school.
Kalei Wade Kahoalii, who lives in Fair Oaks, California, and is the son of Brian and Sara Kahoalii, graduated from eighth grade at Will Rogers Middle School. He will attend Del Campo High School in the fall.
Kalei ancestors are Greatgreat Grandparents John and Ada Richards, Great Grandmother Marian Lopez, and Grandmother Deanna (Lopez) Kahoalii.
At school Kalei participated in baseball, basketball and Boys Club. He received the High Honor Roll Award at the middle school. His advice: You can’t always fit in while being yourself."
Malena Bates, daughter of Lance and Machelle Bates, graduated from eighth grade at Crescent Elk Middle School. She will attend Del Norte High School in the fall. Her ancestors include Grandmother Malena Stewart, Great Grandmother Francis Lopez, and Greatgreat Grandparents Edward and Lena Lopez. While in middle school, Malena was president of the Native Club, participated in the Sources of Strength program, and played basketball, wrestling, cheer, volleyball and track. She was on the Honor Roll three years, received the Sources of Strength Award, and the Americanism Essay Award.
Ethan Naa~-ghvt-ya McCallum, son of Leann Babcock McCallum and John McCallum, graduated from eighth grade at Crescent Elk Middle School in Crescent City, where he made the honor roll.
Ethan, whose Tolowa ancestors are Daysri Edward and Lena Lopez of Smith River, California, and Chetco Dick of Brookings, Oregon, will attend Del Norte High School. He likes to participate in Tribal activities. His advice: "Never give up on your dreams!"
Austyn Lee Nyborg
Juliet Elise Kessler
Kalei Wade Kahoalii
Ethan Naa~-ghvt-ya McCallum
Malena Bates (with Segep Bates)
Water sampling efforts track bacteria levels
The capacity of the Nation's Environmental Division has grown significantly during the past year and we are working hard to protect our natural resources on Tolowa lands, especially with the Smith River.
Starting in October, we began monitoring water quality at more than a dozen locations in local streams and the mainstem Smith River. As part of our routine (monthly) sampling, we have samples analyzed for nutrients and harmful bacteria. Results have shown consistently high levels of E. coli (fecal bacteria) in several locations.
The Environmental Division staff suspects that both failing wastewater treatment facilities/ septic areas and agricultural practices are the driving forces behind the patterns we are seeing, especially since high levels of E. coli have been observed after rainfall events.
Based on the consistent findings, we will pursue using environmental DNA/RNA sampling to determine the source species at consistently high sampling locations.
Below is a summary of monthly results for samples collected between October 2024 and April 2025.
1. E. coli has consistently been above Public Health
Recommendations for the Recreational Waters in the Smith River at XVR, in Morrison Creek at Fred Haight Drive, and in Delilah Creek at Sarina Road.
2. In the Mainstem Smith River, E. coli is a lot higher at XVR than in samples taken upriver.
a. E. coli exceeded Public Health Recommendations
(MPN or 100 bacterial cells/100 milliliters of water) in 6 of 8 samples at XVR and 2 of 8 samples at the County Boat Ramp.
b. Highest level detected at XVR was 4,110 MPN (cells / 100 milliliters of water).
c. Highest level detected at the County Boat Ramp was 288 MPN.
d. Highest level detected upstream of Highway 101 was 228 MPN.
3. Delilah Creek (at Sarina Road) samples exceeded the Public Health Recommendations in 50 percent of samples.
4. Gilbert Creek samples were below the Public Health Recommendation for all samples at both Highway 101 and Oceanview Drive sampling locations.
5. Lopez Creek samples were below the Public Health Recommendation for all samples at the water supply intake,
Oceanview Drive, and Fish Camp sampling locations.
6. Morrison Creek at Highway 101 only slightly exceeded the
Public Health Recommendation on one sample date (11/5/24) but resulted in exceedances in 5 of 8 samples at the Fred Haight sampling location. The highest concentration of E. coli at Highway 101 was 109 MPN (11/05) and 2,480 MPN on the same date downstream.
7. Rowdy Creek samples were below Public Health Recommendations at the upstream sampling site for all samples and only exceeded the Public Health Recommendation on 11/05/24 (120 MPN).
If you have any questions or concerns about these results, please feel free to contact Monica Hiner, Environmental Protection Manager at 707-4879255, ext 1701 or send an email to monica.hiner@tolowa.gov.
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Tribal job openings
Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Office
• CFW Administrative Assistant I (CFW) – Full Time
• HR Generalist (HR) – Full Time
• Planner III (Planning) – Full Time
• Summer Youth Supervisor (TERO) – Full Time/Temp
• Summer Youth Worker (TERO) – Part Time/Temp
• Tribal Resources Field Technician – Women in Fire (Natural Resources) – Full time
• Youth Conservation Corps Liaison Lead (TERO) – Full Time/Temp
• Youth Conservation Corps Crew Lead (TERO) – Full Time/Temp
Lucy 7 Casino
• Barista – Part Time
• Host/Server – Part Time
• Line Cook – Full Time
• Hotel Houseperson – Part Time
• Maintenance Worker – Full Time
• Marketing Specialist – Part Time
Please submit a completed application with your resume to the Human Resources Department. Job descriptions and applications are available at www.tolowa-nsn.gov/jobs
Staff chili cookoff winners!
Debbie Magana won first place and Graceila Ramirez took second in the chili cookoff during the 2nd Quarter
All Staff meeting lunch on May 9. Congratulations to both women!
Employee of the month
Ana Bassett Procurement Specialist (Finance Department)
Ana's co-workers appreciate her exceptional dedication, unwavering support, and positive attitude. Whether she's ordering office supplies or helping others understand our fiscal programs, she's always willing to offer her time, knowledge, and encouragement to others. Ana's quick response to requests for assistance makes a huge difference in keeping everything running smoothly. Her contributions truly embody the values of teamwork and fellowship. Her dedication and hard work don't go unnoticed, and her co-workers are genuinely grateful for everything she does. Congratulations Ana!
Debbie's chili recipe ingredients
Add ground chorizo, ground beef, onions, peppers, and garlic, season with salt and pepper, into a pot over medium-high heat until the meat is well browned and the vegetables are tender. Reduce to medium heat and sprinkle in chili seasoning, cumin and paprika along with fire-roasted tomatoes and cook for three to five minutes. Then add chili beans and kidney beans bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 90 minutes
M/S (Wait/Steinruck) Motion to approve agenda with the addition of modified education contracts that will extend time on said contracts.
Councilor Wait withdrew previous motion that would move the modified education contracts to the consent agenda. Councilor Steinruck agreed that the modified education contracts will be presented.
M/S/C (Wait/Boardman) 5-0-1
Motion to approve agenda as amended and with the addition of Contract CT-2531-1424 after agenda item XII b.
Motion to adopt the consent agenda including: Agenda 202543 Regular Council meeting minutes for 12.12.2024; Agenda 2025-60 Tribal comments
CDSS Legislative Proposal; Agenda 2025-86 New Job Descriptions, Employee relations Technician I, II, III; Agenda 2025-Tribal Collection Loan request #39; Agenda 2025-75 Leadership Redwood Coast 2025; Agenda 2025-88 “Safe
Travels” podcast and YouTube video shorts; Agenda 202589 Press trip inquiry for JRNY America Magazine; Agenda 2025-90 UIHS Community Health Representatives to do Blood pressure and Blood Glucose screening once a month at the Tolowa tribal Government offices, and will be open to staff, citizens, and community members.
5-0-1 Motion to approve submission of grant application to National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Pacific Coast Salmon Recovery Fund for sonar monitoring on the Smith River in an amount of $747,505K.
M/S/C (O’Connell/Sullivan) 5-01 Motion to approve Contract CT-2540-1420 with Northridge Electric to replace the existing generator, in an amount not to exceed $147,013.77.
submission of the Tribal Nutrition Assistance Program grant SGRT-TNAP-25-0026 in an amount of $95,323K, and for the Chairperson to sign the associated grant documents to execute the grant.
M/S/C (O’Connell/Steinruck) 5-01 Motion to approve Contract CT2571-1418 with Ogoki Learning, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $290,000K ending on September 30, 2025.
M/S/C (Sullivan/Wait) 5-0-1 Motion to approve contracts as presented by staff. Contract CT-2471-1355 Mod #1 with Sarah Overstreet; Contract CT-2371-1240, Mod #2 w/ Tim Lee; Contract CT-2417-1365, Mod #1 w/ Linda Ramsland; Contract CT-2471-1317 Mod #1 w/ Amanda Dockter; Contract CT-2471-1378, Mod #1 w/ Darla Lewis; Contract CT-2471-1331 Mod #1 w/ Loren Bommelyn; Contract CT-2471-1321 Mod #1 w/ Pyuwa Bommelyn; Contract CT-2371-1285, Mod #1 w/ Lena Hurd; Contract CT-2471-1374 Mod #1 w/ Nieca Wright; Contract CT-2271-1163 Mod #2 w/ Denise McKenzie; Contract CT-24711320 Modification #1 - Chantele
Rilatos; Contract CT-2371-1382, Mod #1 w/ William Bommelyn, Sr. and approval of Contract CT2371-1283 with David Severns for extension of time and reduce contract funds amount.
M/S/C (O’Connell/Wait) 5-01 Motion to approve Contract CT-2531-1424 with C&S Design and Engineering for Architecture and Engineering of the Early Headstart project in an amount not to exceed $84,480K.
M/S/C (Sullivan/O’Connell) 5-0-1 Motion to approve Contract CT2531-1425 with Joseph J. Blake and Associates not to exceed $8,950 for appraisal of the Early Headstart Property and Early Headstart Project.
Motion to approve Resolution 2025-05 Requesting the Secretary of the Department of the Interior to place two properties, located at 270 & 315 Bradford Street in Smith River, CA, into trust and proclaim these properties as a part of the reservation.
Motion to approve rescinding Resolution 2024-09 requesting the Secretary of the Interior to place the Croft, Ball, Allen/ Epperson, Etta Richards, Brune and Eller properties into trust and that this resolution is no longer in effect.
Motion to approve Resolution 2025-06 Requesting that the Secretary of the Interior Place the Croft, Ball, Allen/Epperson, Etta Richards, Brune and Eller properties into trust and proclaim them as part of the reservation.
1 Motion to approve Contract CT2476-1314 Mod #1 with Darrell Moorehead not to exceed the amount of $60K for Tribal Cultural monitoring services for projects within the ancestral territory for an extension of time and dollar amount.
1 Motion to approve Contract CT2476-1313 Mod #1 with Katrina Upton not to exceed $60K for Tribal Cultural monitoring services within our ancestral territory and will provide services on the Oregon side.
2 Motion to approve Contract CT-2240-1094 Mod #3 with Don Steinruck not to exceed the amount of $60K for Tribal Cultural monitoring services for projects within the ancestral territory for projects from the Nation and outside agencies.
1 Motion to adopt the consent agenda including: Agenda 2025-137 IHS MOA CA-22-J36 Amendment #1 - between Indian Health Service & Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation; Agenda 2025-148 Letter of Support - AB 221 (Ramos)
TNGF; Agenda 2025-97 Contract CT-2412-1351 Mod #2 w. AMR Inc.; Agenda 2025-126 Crescent City Beach Front Park - Tolowa Cultural Interpretative Project; Agenda 2025-123 Contract CT2571-1417 Mod #1 w/ Delfinia Danner
6-0-1 Motion to approve with corrections Resolution 2025-08 Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Display of our Tribal Flag in the Bureau of Indian Affairs Museum Hall of Tribal Nations.
M/S/C (O’Connell/Steinruck) 6-01 Motion to approve submitting a grant application for $6M in Hatchery Operation dollars, including Chairperson signature on cover letter.
M/S/C (Boardman/O’Connell) 6-0-1 Motion to approve Contract CT-2540-1423 Mod #1 with Anne Nelson with One Small Step Writing Services in an amount not to exceed $7,500.
Motion to approve Contract CT2440-1307 Mod #2 with Fuller Consulting with the addition of $8k, and an additional forty (40) hours to complete the project.
1 Motion to approve Contract CT-2414-1370 Mod #1 with C & S Design & Engineering, adding $5,120 for completion of construction documents and construction administration for Food Sovereignty Facility Improvements.
M/S/C (Wait/O’Connell) 6-01 Motion to approve the chairperson to sign the LowIncome Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) coordinator contact sheet approving Monica Calvillo as the primary contact with Teela James and Hannah Richards as backup contacts for the LIHEAP.
Motion to approve Community & Family Wellness (CFW) to submit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Strategic Prevention Framework Partnerships for Success for Communities and Tribes funding opportunity and to approve the chair or their designee to sign all necessary documents.
Motion to approve the Billboard renewal pre-purchase agreement between Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation and Billboardsin for one year starting March 25, 2025, through March 22, 2026, in the amount of $24,072.81.
Motion to approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Tribal Cultural Monitoring Services between Caltrans and Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation for the left turn channelization project at 101 and Rowdy Creek Road.
6-0-1 Motion to approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Tribal Cultural Monitoring Services between Caltrans and the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation for tribal services for the Timbers Blvd Safety project.
Motion to approve with edits Comment letter to the California Coastal Commission Executive Director regarding Reservation Ranch Consent Cease and Desist Order.
M/S/C (Sullivan/Boardman) 6-0-1 Motion to approve agenda with the addition of Contract CT-2570-1433 with Vantage Point Solutions for Fiber Internet Project.
Motion to adopt the consent agenda including: Contract CT-2471-1369, Mod #1 SkyMarie McDonald; L7E - SETLHXA~ (Prince Island) Coffee Company; Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria formally invited to join the Tribal Marine Stewards Network; Contract CT-2371-1289 Mod. #1 w/ Mary Jenkins; TDN - Tribal Prevailing Wage 2025; Tribal Council meeting minutes for January 9th and January 23rd, 2025; Polling - Resolution 2025-07 TERO Commission Appointment; Judicial Council Nominations; Tribal letter in Support of Special Diabetes Program; Polling approved to submit - DOE Tribal Energy and Planning Development Grant; Budget Mod GF713 - Combining 2 Part-time HR positions
Motion to approve Contract CT2471-1318 Mod #2 with Javier Gomez in an amount not to exceed $15k with the total overall Contract amount not to exceed $45k, and extension of time.
6-0-1 Motion to approve a Letter of Support (LOS) to College of the Redwoods Attn: Pyuwa Bommelyn to offer Tolowa Deeni' Wee-ya' in courses that meet the accredited post-secondary general education requirements of the University of California (UC) system.
M/S/C (Steinruck/O'Connell) 6-01 Motion to approve Resolution 2025-10 authorizing entering into a funding agreement with the state of California Department of Water Resources for a Gaging Station on Rowdy Creek and authorizing acceptance of up to $22k in funding from the State of California Department of Water Resources.
M/S/C (Sullivan/Wait) 6-01 Motion to approve the chairpersons signature on the Letters of Support (LOS) for AB 1378 (Rogers) preventing tribal children from entering foster care support match.
Motion to approve Resolution 2025-12 Standing Resolution to Proclaim April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and is asking that the first Tuesday of April be known as wear teal day in support of survivors.
1 Motion to approve chairperson's signature on letter to Caltrans regarding Tolowa Dee-ni' Nations comments on Last Chance Grade (LCG) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for Cultural Resources Mitigation and PostReview Discovery and Monitoring Plan.
Motion to approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Del Norte County Office of Education for the Del Norte Indian Career Pathways Program (DNICPP), where they would give $40k to Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation to cover the cost of eight (8) youth to participate in the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).
Motion to approve Contract CT2570-1433 with VantagePoint Solutions (VPS) for an Environmental and Cultural Resource study, in an amount not to exceed $13,115.
