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DVN-CHI' NUM-NII~-MA~S (APRIL) 2026 - Volume 33, Issue 4



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DVN-CHI' NUM-NII~-MA~S (APRIL) 2026 - Volume 33, Issue 4



The Tribal Heritage Preservation Office (THPO) recently facilitated the accession of The Moorehead Family Collection, gifted to the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation in 2025, by day-sri Marilyn 'Sue' Moorehead-Jocsing. The collection consists of regalia to be worn in Taa-laa-wa Dee-ni' ceremonies, most notably the Naa-yvlh-sri Nee-dash (World Renewal Ceremony).
We are not certain of the original creator of each item; we do know that the women's regalia has been handed down through the maternal Lagoon line, and the men's regalia from the Hostler line of the family.
The collection was passed down from day-sri Mandy Bigby-Moorehead, of Yan'-daa-k'vt, who was married to day-sri Lewis Yu'lh-xas-na Moorehead, of Srdvn-das-'a~.
See Collection, Page 4


All Council: council@tolowa.gov
Chairperson, Debbie Boardman (707) 951-0966, dboardman@tolowa.gov
Vice Chair, Scott D. Sullivan (707) 954-6127, scott.sullivan@tolowa.gov
Secretary, Jeri Lynn Thompson (707) 951-3875, jeri.thompson@tolowa.gov
Treasurer, Jaytuk Steinruck (707) 954-5971, jaytuk.steinruck@tolowa.gov
Council Member, Dr. Joseph Giovannetti (707) 218-6569, joseph.giovannetti@tolowa.gov
Council Member, Amanda O’Connell (707) 954-5271, amanda.oconnell@tolowa.gov
Council Member, Dorothy Wait (707) 218-7346, dwait@tolowa.gov

Executive Director, Troy Ralstin (707) 487-9255, ext. 1220, troy.ralstin@tolowa.gov
Assistant Executive Director, Thomas Metz (707) 487-9255, ext. 1229, thomas.metz@tolowa.gov
Administrative Services Director, Emily Reed (707) 487-9255 , ext. 1182, emily.reed@tolowa.gov
Chief Financial Officer, Jose Tercilla (707) 487-9255, ext. 1115, jose.tercilla@tolowa.gov
CFW Director, Teela James (707) 487-9255, ext. 1139, teela.james@tolowa.gov
Community Development Director, Tim Hoone (707) 487-9255, ext. 1230, tim.hoone@tolowa.gov
Education Director, Sheryl Steinruck (707) 487-9255, ext. 1173, sheryl.steinruck@tolowa.gov
Enrollment & Elections, Angel Escobar 707-487-9255, ext. 1181, angel.escobar@tolowa.gov
Housing Manager, Jeri Robertson (707) 487-9255, ext. 1605, jeri.robertson@tolowa.gov
Human Resources Director, Jeff Davis (707) 487-9255, ext. 1213, jeff.davis@tolowa.gov
Public Safety Director, Tim Sanderson (707) 487-9255, ext. 1260, tim.sanderson@tolowa.gov
Natural Resources Director, Rachel McCain (707) 487-3233, rachel.mccain@tolowa.gov
Self-Governance Officer, Darrel Aubrey 707-487-9255, ext.1159, darrel.aubrey@tolowa.gov
Tribal Court Administrator, Elsie Petrie 707-487-9255, ext. 1162, elsie.petrie@tolowa.gov
Tribal Employment Rights Officer, Brian Millett (707) 487-9255, ext. 1222, brian.millett@tolowa.gov
Tribal Heritage Preservation Office, Cynthia Ford (707) 487-9255, ext. 1701, cynthia.ford@tolowa.gov


Dvn-chi' Num-nii~-ma~s (April) 2026 Tribal Government Newsletter published by the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation, 12801 Mouth of Smith River Road, Smith River, CA 95567. Find our website at tolowa.gov. Articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni' 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, call

Day-sri Mandy was the daughter of day-sri Clara Teene'-wvn Lagoon-Bigby-Hostler, of 'Ee-chuu-le', and daysri Frank Bigby Jr., of Yan'-daa-k'vt. Upon her death, the regalia was passed down to her granddaughter, day-sri Ethel Moorehead-Scott. Day-sri Ethel, whom never had children of her own, passed the responsibility of caring for the regalia down to her niece, day-sri Marilyn 'Sue' Moorehead-Jocsing.
Day-sri Sue made the decision to entrust care of the collection to the Nation. The Nation is honored to steward this collection for our tribal community, and ensure that it is kept for generations to come.
The collection is on display for viewing in the lobby of the Nation's headquarters at 12801 Mouth of Smith River Road in Smith River. Hours of operations are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.








The overall state of the Tolowa Deeni' Nation for 2025—accomplishments, programs, financials, and current and future projects—was highlighted during the Nation's 2026 Annual General Membership Meeting on Saturday, March 21, at the Tolowa Event Center at Lucky 7 Casino.
The event included breakfast and lunch, and a full schedule of presentations by the Tribal Council, executive staff, departments, Lucky 7 Casino, and Xaawan'-k'wvt Village and Resort.
During the meeting, Tribal Citizens were able to update their voter signatures and register to vote. Also, various Nation staff
set up tables and shared information about our new language apps, foster care outreach, youth activities and programs, and employment opportunities.
The business meeting included a raffle, during which surplus laptops and Tolowa Dee-ni' branded blankets were given away.
The meeting ended with a public comment period, during which 13 Tribal Citizens were nominated for three open seats on the Tribal Council. The general election is May 16.
Shu' shaa nin-la to all who attended this wonderful meeting!


Thirteen Tribal Citizens have been nominated for the three open seats on the Nation's Tribal Council:
Brigette Finigan
Monica Calvillo
Rudy Lopez
Garrett Campbell
Lisa Richards
Hannah Pavola
Felicity Lopez
Paula Aubrey
Debbie Boardman
Scott Sullivan
Jaytuk Steinruck
Kurt Miller
Suntayea Steinruck
A final list of candidates will be included in the May newsletter and with the official ballots and election information to be mailed out April 6. For more information call Angel Escobar at 707-487-9255 or email angel.escobar@tolowa.gov.











While adults were busy attending the March 21 Annual General Membership Meeting, their children enjoyed a day filled with joyful play, laughter, and meaningful moments at Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Head Start and the Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center.
"From the start, my goal was for each child to create at least one hands-on activity to take home and share with their families," said Dan'-dee-ni' Teacher Jessica Richards.
To connect the chidren's activities to the theme of the general membership meeting, “Roots to Resilience,” Richards designed an art project in which the children created flowers with visible roots. The children gathered materials from the supply table, including colored paper, cupcake liners, popsicle sticks, scissors, and glue. As they assembled their flowers, Richards introduced the Tolowa word for each part—
root, stem, leaf, seeds, and flower.
"The children thoroughly enjoyed the art activity and were eager to continue creating. Some children experimented with paint, producing beautiful, vibrant pictures they were proud to take home. The creative process fostered both language learning and cultural connection," Richards said.
The children spent a significant amount of time outdoors, playing group games, exploring the playground, and engaging in imaginative play, which encouraged teamwork and physical activity.
"I take great joy in seeing the children’s confidence grow as they make new friends and try new activities," Richards said.
"Watching their excitement and smiles at the end of the day— many were reluctant to leave— was a wonderful reminder of how meaningful these experiences are for them."

Any Tribal Citizen who updates their voter signature or registers to vote by April 23 will automatically be entered into a raffle to win a $150 Quinault gift card and a Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation branded product of their choice from the Nation's headquarters. The raffle is April 24.
The final deadline to register for the May 16 General Election is May 1.
How to register to vote:
• Fill out the form on page 10 and return it to the Tribal headquarters.
• Download online forms at tolowa.gov/175/Mvn-utlh-teedvnEnrollment-Elections
• Mail the completed form to the Administrative Office,12801 Mouth of Smith River Rd. Smith River, CA 95567.
You can also email a photo of the completed form to our enrollment and election coordinator at angel. escobar@tolowa.gov.
Why are we doing this? Your participation helps strengthen the integrity of our election process and ensures your voice is heard. If you have any questions, please contact Enrollment and Elections Coordinator Angel Escobar at 707-4879255, ext. 1181.


12801 Mouth of Smith River Rd
Smith River, CA 95567-9446
Tel.: (707) 487-9255
ART. IV – Sec. 1 – Registrar of Voters: The Enrollment Coordinator and/or a member of the Election Board shall serve as the Registrar of Voters for the Tolowa Indians of the Tolowa Dee -ni' Nation.
ART. IV – Sec. 2 – Registration Required: An enrolled member must be registered with the Registrar of Voters in order to sign petitions and vote in the elections of the Tolowa Dee -ni' Nation An enrolled member must be registered prior to signing a petition, and must be registered no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the date of an election.
ART. IV – Sec. 3 – Registration Form: Any enrolled member eighteen (18) years of age or older who wishes to sign a petition or vote in an election shall register by executing a Registration Form, providing their name, address, date of birth and signature. The name and mailing address of such members shall, upon verification of enrollment, be entered on the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Voter Registration List by the Registrar of Voters. Members shall be responsible for maintaining their current mailing address with the Registrar of Voters.
Therefore, if you are or will be 18 years of age or older by May 16th, 2026 and you desire to vote in the next election, please complete the bottom portion of this sheet and return it to the above address at your earliest convenience.
( ) Mr. ( ) Mrs.
( ) Ms. ( ) Miss (First) (Middle) (Last)
Residence Address: (Number – Street – Apt. No.)
City County State Zip Code
Mailing Address: (If Different)
City County State Zip Code
Telephone No. ( )
Did You Know?
• Even though voter registration is quick and easy (just a simple form), an enrolled member must be registered to vote prior to signing a petition or voting in an election.
• Voters must be registered no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the election.
• For the May 16, 2026 election, the voter registration deadline is May 1, 2026.
• If you are turning 18 on or before May 16, 2026, you may still vote in this election—just be sure to register by May 1, 2026.
• To be a nominator, you must be 18 years or older and registered to vote. Candidate Eligibility Reminders:
To be nominated and serve as a candidate for Tribal Council, an individual must:
• Be 21 years of age or older at the time of nomination.
• Be registered to vote.
• Have never been convicted of a felony or crime of moral turpitude in any jurisdiction.
Date of Birth:
I am an enrolled citizen of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation and will be at least 18 years of age by the next election. I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury that the information contained in this affidavit is true and correct.
Signature Date
Rev: 03/16/2026
• Be a continuous resident of Del Norte, Humboldt, Curry, Josephine, or Coos County for one year prior to nomination. This requirement is very important. If you have moved within the past year, the Enrollment & Elections Division must have your updated address on file.




Staff with the Natural Resources Department's Habitat Wildlife Division have been busy preserving and propagating native plants found across the Tolowa Deeni' Nation's territory in Southern Oregon and Northern California.
The heart of this effort can be found at our Tr'aa-may-dvn Xwee-nish (Living Plant Library), located at Sri'-srwvlh (Gilbert Creek facility) in Smith River. The nursery has been in development since 2019 and work at the site began in earnest in 2021, when staff began planting native plants throughout the nursery. In 2022, interpretive signs and QR codes were created, in collaboration with the Nation's Education Department, that feature the native plants' English names, Dee-ni' names and their pronunciations. As of 2026, staff have propagated and seeded over 20 different species of plants.
The Tr'aa-may-dvn Xwee-nish is funded under the IMLS grant (Institute Museum of Library Services) and work there focuses on creating a seed library and expanding a physical literature library with books, according to Tribal Resource Specialist Margaret Arias. Through this grant the division has planned, outsourced, built, and hired staff to oversee the project.
"With our IMLS grant we also have a small lending library that we hope to grow in the near future," Arias said. "As we continue learning throughout these next few months, we are preparing our Native Plant Nursery for a grand opening for the community."
The mission is to provide easily accessible traditional plants to Tribal Citizens while teaching our Tribal community how to identify and care for native plants. Also, to create a space to host outreach events and workshops, and grow out native plants for local restoration projects.
For more information about the nursery, contact Arias at 707-487-9255, ext. 1711 or email margaret.arias@tolowa.gov.



The Tribal Marine Stewards Network is seeking up to eight talented freelance illustrators to contribute original artwork to its upcoming digital Coastal Stories activity booklet. This booklet will highlight Tribal relationships, connections, and stories of coastal ancestral territories, and will include a variety of engaging activities for youth ages 8 and up.
Artists are needed to provide illustrations and designs for the following pages:
• Cover page & back page
• Sandy beaches
• Estuaries & river mouths
• Kelp forests
• Rocky intertidal
• Open ocean/marine mammals
The Network wants to incorporate the following kinds of activities throughout the booklet:
• Coloring pages
• Scavenger hunt / “I-spy”
• Illustrated stories with space to continue the story
• Observation and/or Creative writing prompts.
Submission guidelines: Artwork will be submitted as a high-resolution, digital PDF.
Timeline: First draft due May 15, 2026. Final draft due June 15, 2026.
Compensation: Flat fee of $250 per page.
For more information contact Hallie Brown at hallie@ californiamsf.org.




Foster homes are desperately needed for Native American children in Del Norte and Curry County. The Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation is looking for Tribal Citizens willing to open their hearts and provide children with a secure, nurturing home.
Native American children are disproportionally represented in the child welfare system, with approximately 2000 Native American foster homes in the United States. The Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation's Community and Family Wellness is hoping to provide long term, short term and emergency and/or respite care. This is just one of many ways to help a child have the safety and security they need.
Our services are open to Tribal Citizens in our five-county service area: Del Norte, Curry, Humboldt, Coos and Josephine counties. Learn more by contacting the Nation’s Community and Family Wellness Department at 707-487-9255. Or visit our office at 140 Rowdy Creek Road in Smith River.

Enrollment for the Nation's Tribal Home Visiting Program is now open.
The program serves Tribal families by strengthening resiliency. Services include care coordination, parent training, transportation assistance and child development education.
The Community and Family Wellness Division offers the program, funded by the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Grant from the Administration for Children and Families.
This program will serve the Nation’s citizen households with children ages 0-5 and/or TDN families who are expecting a child who reside within the Del Norte & Curry county region.
To qualify, applicants must be an enrolled member of a Federally recognized American Indian/Alaskan Native tribe, or live in a household with an enrolled member. Women must be 28 weeks pregnant or have a child between 0-5 years old. Applicants must reside in our service area of Del Norte County, Calif., or Curry County, Oregon.
For more information contact Erhan Cam at 707-487-9255, ext. 1410, or send an email to erhan.cam@tolowa.gov.




Raymond Altman Internal Auditor and Compliance Officer Tribal Gaming Commission

Keegan Larson Operator Trainee Public Works and Utilities Community Dev. Department

Marjorie Cavalier Administrative Assistant Head Start Education Department
Tracie Whipple
Background Investigator (Tribal Gaming Commission)
Please join us as we congratulate the February 2026 Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Employee of the Month:
Tracie Whipple, Background Investigator for the Tribal Gaming Commission. She consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication and professionalism. Her willingness to help others makes her a dependable resource and a valued team member.
Congratulations Tracie!

• Executive Assistant (Administration)- Full Time
• IT Systems Administrator I (Administration)- Full Time
• Network Administrator (Administrative Services)- Full Time
• Administrative Assistant II (CFW)- Full Time
• Home Visiting Program Coordinator (CFW)- Full Time
• Housing Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP) Technician I (CFW)- Full Time
• Shelter Stability Advocate I (CFW)- Full Time
• Social Worker I or II (CFW)- Full Time
• Tribal TANF Child Welfare Project Coordinator - Full Time
• Victim Services Project Coordinator (CFW)- Full Time
• Classroom Aide (On-Call) (Education)- On-Call
• Cook (Education)- Full Time
• Head Start Teacher (Education)- Full Time
• Summer Youth Worker (TERO)- Seasonal
• Tribal Corps Youth Crew Leader (TERO)- Temporary
• Tribal Court Clerk II (Tribal Court)- Full Time
• Barista- Part Time
• Hotel Front Desk Clerk- Part Time
• Security Officer- Full Time
• Dishwasher- Full Time
• Casino Housekeeper (Graveyard)- Full Time
• Fuel Mart Cashier (Deli)- Full Time
• Food & Beverage Manager- Full Time
Please submit a completed application with your resume to the Human Resources Department. Job descriptions and applications are available at www.tolowa.gov/jobs. Contact Human Resources at 707-487-9255.
The Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation is aware of rising concerns among our Tribal Citizens and Native Americans throughout the U.S. about being misidentified as an undocumented person and detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
"No Native American should have to fear being erroneously identified and taken into custody simply because of the color of their skin," said Tribal Council Chair Debbie Boardman. "It's important that everyone— Tribal Citizens, non-Natives, and ICE—know that all Tribal Citizens are U.S. citizens under federal law. Our Nation is and always will be committed to protecting the sovereign civil rights of our citizens."
Non-native individuals often misidentify Native Americans as Hispanic, and the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation is alarmed by the multiple reports of ICE officers detaining Native Americans, including members of the Navajo Nation and Standing Rock Sioux, in states like Arizona, New Mexico, and Minnesota.
“This is a frightening, uncertain time in our history for Native Americans, and we sympathize with those who have been negatively impacted by ICE enforcement across the U.S.," Boardman said. "We want our own Tribal Citizens to know that we are following this issue closely and looking for possible ways to protect the safety and dignity of our people. We encourage every Native American to understand their civil rights and be prepared to respond in a calm, non-threatening manner to any ICE enforcement action."


'We are following this issue closely and looking for possible ways to protect the safety and dignity of our people. We encourage every Native American to understand their civil rights and be prepared to respond in a calm, non-threatening manner to any ICE enforcement action.'
— Tribal Council Chair Debbie Boardman
The following information about what to do if approached by ICE is adapted from guidelines issued by the Native American Rights Fund. Be prepared.
• Always carry your up-to-date tribal identification card with you. If you do not have a tribal ID, please contact the Enrollment and Election Coordinator Angel Escobar (707) 487-9255, ext. 1181
• You have the right to remain silent, even if an officer has a warrant. If you
would like to remain silent, say that out loud.
• In some states, you are required to provide your name when asked. You do not have to answer other questions, even if you are required to provide your name.
• Stay calm and do not resist or obstruct the officers, even if you believe your rights are being violated.
• In most public spaces, you have the right to record your interactions with ICE. If it is safe to do so, document your
encounter with ICE by recording it with your phone. Make notes of details like officers’ names, time and place, and other relevant information.
• Create a safety plan that includes emergency contacts and directions if you have children who need to be taken care of.
• If you have an encounter with ICE, please report it to the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation's Office of Self-Governance at 707-487-9255, ext. 1159.

Baylee Abrams
Blair Anderson
Jonathon Andruss
Eiler Arlandson
Frank Ault
Kylie Baines
Rhyan Baines
Mar Dee Balswick
William Barbee
Charlie Barbee
Ashley Benson
Sterling Bergman
Guylish Bommelyn
James Bommelyn
Tasheena Bray
Edie Brundin
Charlie Brundin
Annemarie Brundin
Anastasia Brundin
Melody Campbell
Lathan Fouts
Ava Frantz
Lanche Frantz
Roxanne Fugate
Fletcher Gardner
Bo Gertsch
Matea Gillis
Joseph Giovannetti
Timothy Gochanour
Seth Gorbet
Darren Green
Darlene Hiner
Aaron Hodges
Brandon Hodges
Nicholas Hodges
Scarlett Hoiem
Freya Hoiem
Dale Hostler
Scott Howell
Lauren Isham
Kamikwe James
Juliana Jarvis
Autumn Jeli
Sondra Jennings
Tr'Vlh-Xee-Li' Hazel Campbell
Gentry Carpenter
Jace Castagnaro
Aliyah Cavalier
Tasheena Cole
Vivian Craddick
Angelina Daoheuang
Kenai Davis-Bodenstab
Eathan Dotterer
Mila Doyle
Shelby Eldredge
Elizabeth Engelking
Hannah Evanow
Brigette Finigan
David Fletcher
Edward Jones
Chvski Jones-Scott
Jayden Joy
Alexander Joy
Travis Kahoalii
Khloe Kasinger
Wallace Keays
Kari Kelly
Alexis Kendrix
Juliet Kessler
Cara Kuhn
Cheyenne Laverty
Dylan Lee-Reidel
Hokw-Chek Lehr
Nekwel Lehr
Tamara Lewis
Luetta Lopez
Russell Lopez
Edward Lopez
Heather Lopez
Felicity Lopez
Damien Lopez
Payton Lunsford
Megan Macchione
Amelia Mahan
Jenna Martin
Daraxa Mattice
Zayn Mattingly
Michael Maynard
Lori McMahan
Brycen Mismash
Terri Mitchell
Olivia Mogess
Sandra Moore
Carlie Mouser
Cari Nelson
Sandra Netzel
Clayton Netzel
Jerod Newton
Aaron Norbury
Claire Norwood
Daylen Owen
Denise Padgette
Michael Payne
Jimmy Phillips
Lorie Piazza
Randi Pittman
April Pittman
Atticus Rasmussen
Dawn Richards
Ayla Richards
Breanna Richards
Kyriah Richards
Hannah Richards
Jaxon Richards
Lisa Richmond
Thomas Richmond Jr.
Melania Salcedo
Harriet Sanders
Josie Scaglione
Erin Scott
Tahnee Scott
Ronald Smith
Clinton Smith
Aleah Smith
Michael Smith
Mae Lenna Smith
Nii-li Smith
Paul Stallard
Lukum Steinruck
Rose Stewart
Timothy Thornton
Ryan Timm
Neela Travis
Cadence Travis
Jasmin Tripp
Tannis Vickers
Brandy Voegeli
Levi Weber
Kevin Weeks
Marcella Wells
Cecelia Wetherell
Joni Wilburn
Cary Wilson
Brayden Wilson
Jaxon Wonnacott
Eleanor Woolfolk
Holly Workman
Gemma Wright
Eliina Wyland
Colt Yingling


Motions for February 12, 2026
WEE-NAA-TR'AA-'AA-DVN
NUY-NII~-'A~ (APPROVE AGENDA):
M/S/C (Thompson/Sullivan)
5-0-1 Motion to approve agenda with the removal of item XII. b. Agenda item 2026-82 LOS for AB 1485.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
WAA-'AA-DVN NUY-NII~-'A~ (CONSENT AGENDA):
M/S/C (Sullivan/Wait) 5-01 Motion to adopt the consent agenda including: Job Description - Housing Specialist I/II/III; L7E Woolard Construction for Fuel Mart Canopy Repair; L7E Tidewater Contractors - Fuel Mart parking project; Budget Mod for HUD Grant Closeout - Poll Vote; Budget Mod - HHAP round 3 grant - Poll Vote; L7E LegalContract Cancellation EVERI; Budget Mod 700 - Political Contributions; Grant OPC -CO247005 - IMSA Stewardship Plan; Contract CT-2669-1482 w/ Automated Election Services; Legal - RCFH Weir - Contractor Letter; Regular meeting minutes Jan. 8th & 22nd 2026; MOA between IHS & TDN Amendment #1; Letter - Request drawdown for work on Hydrogeologic Study & Analysis report; Regular meeting minutes Dec. 11th, 2025
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
NVN-NVST-'AA~-TA (NATURAL RESOURCES):
M/S/C (O'Connell/Thompson)
5-0-1 Motion to approve chairperson to sign the grant agreement with funds in the amount of $140K, originating from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) through Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) for Marine Debris Removal.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
MVSH-XE NAA-DVTLHNVSH-NE (ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES):
M/S/C (Wait/O'Connell) 5-0-1
Motion to approve chairpersons signature on amendment #1 to the data license agreement between Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation and the City of Crescent City.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
NA'SR-DVTLH-NVSH-DVN (HUMAN RESOURCES):
M/S/C (Sullivan/Steinruck) 5-0-1
Motion to approve to increase the Prevailing Wages by 3%.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
LHEE-WII-DVN (JUSTICE):
M/S/C (Thompson/Steinruck)
5-0-1 Motion to approve Contract CT-2680-1484 with SEE Renewal LLC in an amount not to exceed $140k for the development and implementation of a Sovereignty Energy Plan for the Nation.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman
XAA-'VTLH-SRII-DVN (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING):
M/S/C (O'Connell/Wait) 5-0-1
Motion to approve chairperson signature on a Letter of Support (LOS) for AB 1574.
'Ay~: Sullivan, Thompson, Steinruck, O'Connell, Wait; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Boardman


The Nation's dedicated staff and Tribal Council work together to ensure the day-to-day needs of our people are met, even when those needs are not always visible to the public. These efforts include protecting our land and advocating for policies that support economic development and cultural preservation. It also includes the construction, maintenance and renovating of our facilities and buildings, and managing vital resources that boost the sustainability of our community.
Learn more about these efforts by reading our 2025 Annual Report, which Tribal Citizens can access online via the Citizens Portal at www.tolowa.gov.
Pick up a copy at the Tribal Headquarters or have one mailed to you by calling 707-487-9255.


Doors to nutrition site open at 11:30 a.m.
Reserve lunch by 10 a.m. 707-825-3467, option #3
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY
THURSDAY APRIL 2026
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Menu subject to change without notice


Deadline for April newsletter Email submissions to scott.graves@tolowa.gov

Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation
12801 Mouth of Smith River Rd.
Smith River, CA 95567

