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Council Meeting
2026-04-16 13:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The Hoopa Valley Tribal Council meets today in session. The Executive Session starts at 1:30 PM, and the Open Session begins at 5:30 PM. The Open Session is broadcast live on KIDE 91.3 FM, streamed live on www.kidefm.org, and the KIDE app. There is Zoom access. The Zoom access code is on the attached agenda.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Agenda, please contact Amber Turner, Executive Secretary at 530-625-4211, ext 393.
April 16, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda

Native America Calling
2026-04-16 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 16 – Eklutna: a trailblazer on gaming and climate change action in Alaska

There are no casinos or lotteries in Alaska. The state has some of the most restrictive gaming laws in the country, but the small Dena’ina Athabascan Village of Eklutna, located in Anchorage’s municipality, is pushing the envelope on tribal gaming rights in the state. The Chin’an Gaming Hall is still open even after a year of legal disputes and threats by the state to close its doors. The village is also at the forefront of climate advocacy in southcentral Alaska. They have been working to restore their river’s namesake and salmon habitat. We’ll speak with the Eklutna’s president, Aaron Leggett, live from the Arctic Encounter Summit in Anchorage, an annual gathering of policymakers, diplomats, Indigenous leaders, and stakeholders.
We’ll also hear from Alaska Native elders and subsistence rights advocates from St. Lawrence Island about whaling and contamination from a former military site on the island.

Native America Calling
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 15 – Iñupiaq leaders weigh their economic future and oil drilling in the Arctic

President Donald Trump is pushing for more oil drilling in Alaska’s Arctic, a decision directly impacting Iñupiaq communities. Millions of acres in the National Petroleum Reserve were opened for oil and gas leasing and the administration’s reversal of Biden-era protections has the potential to open up the pristine National Wildlife Refuge for leasing and drilling. Some Iñupiaq communities welcome the potential for more oil drilling that promises to boost revenue and jobs for shareholders. Others worry about the environment and their ability to carry on subsistence lifestyles. We’ll get perspectives from Iñupiaq leaders about the future of economic development in the Arctic. We’re broadcasting live from the 2026 Arctic Encounter Summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Asisaun Toovak (Iñupiaq), mayor of Utqiagvik, Alaska
Pearl Brower (Iñupiaq), president and CEO of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation
Nagruk Harcharek (Iñupiaq), president of the Voices of the Iñupiat

LPA Hearing Cannabis Ordinance
2026-04-14 17:30 - 18:30
This hearing starts at 5:30 PM, Tribal Council Chambers

Native America Calling
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 14 — Native in the Spotlight: cartographer Margaret Wickens Pearce

The work of Margaret Wickens Pearce (Citizen Potawatomi) as a cartographer does not separate Indigenous people, stories, culture, and memory from a place that she is mapping. She works with tribes, Native scientists, and culture keepers to bring forth map layers often overlooked by the mainstream. One of her recent projects, “The Cold at Inuit Nunangat”, maps the ways Inuit protect their homelands in northern Canada and how colonization interferes with that connection. Her current mapping project, “Mississippi Dialogues”, depicts the Mississippi River through the perspective of Indigenous people and their stewardship. Pearce was named a National Geographic 33 in March and has been a National Geographic Explorer since 2022. She is also the recipient of a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship and genius grant and she is our April Native in the Spotlight.
We’ll also visit with photographer and National Geographic Explorer Kiliii Yüyan (Nanai Hèzhé) about his photography book, “Guardians of Life: Indigenous Knowledge, Indigenous Science, and Restoring the Planet“. The book, which launched in April, is a culmination of photos from his travels to Indigenous communities throughout the globe with a focus on Indigenous connections and stewardship of land.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848

Native America Calling
2026-04-13 10:00 - 11:00
Monday, April 13, 2026 — Tribes confront growing data center development pressure

The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is one of the first tribes to pass a moratorium against the construction of hyperscale data centers. The nearby Muscogee Nation also turned down an opportunity to build a data center after Muscogee citizens spoke out in force against the plan. Large tech companies are stepping up the pressure to build hyperscale data centers to house the processing power for data storage and generative AI. The federal government is providing incentives for tribes to get involved in this part of the tech boom. It is part of the Trump administration’s push to unleash American technological power, but such facilities typically require a lot of power and water. Native environmentalists warn data center companies are only looking to take advantage of tribes’ sovereignty and resources.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Cheyenne McNeill (Coharie), editorial fellow at Mother Jones
Jordan Harmon (Muscogee), policy specialist at Indigenous Environmental Network
Ashley Leitka (Absentee Shawnee Tribe and Oglala Lakota), co-director of the sovereignty and self-determination department for Honor The Earth
Dr. Karen Jarratt Snider (Choctaw), professor of applied Indigenous studies at Northern Arizona University

Sunday Breakfast
2026-04-12 08:00 - 11:00
The American Legion Post 415 is serving breakfast at the Legion Hall today from * to 11 AM. On the menu: French Toast, Cook’s Choice breakfast meat, scrambled eggs, fruit, juice, and coffee. $6 per plate. To go or eat in.

Native America Calling
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, April 9, 2026 — Roller derby skaters don’t let anyone push them around

Indigenous women skaters shove and elbow their way around the oval roller derby track — and along the way they are finding sisterhood and a sense of pride. Clad in helmets and knee and elbow pads, they take full-contact laps around the track that also serves as an arena for visibility and representation. The international team, Indigenous Rising, is a ground-breaking pack made up of skaters from dozens of tribes who otherwise compete on local teams. The documentary, “Rising Through the Fray”, follows the team’s journey and the personal passions and sacrifice individual players put into this unique and fast-paced sport.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Kristina “Krispy” Glass (Cherokee), coach and manager for Indigenous Rising Roller Derby
Sherry “Sour Cherry” Bontkes (Saulteaux Ojibwe from the Sagkeeng First Nation in Manitoba), roller derby player
Angelene “Niketah” Ketah (Tlingit), roller derby player
Kapulani “Hawaiian Blaze” Patterson (Kanaka Maoli)
Courtney Montour (Kanien’kehá:ka), filmmaker, writer, and director of “Rising Through the Fray”

Native America Calling
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – Tribes scramble to save critical healthcare funding

President Donald Trump’s federal budget proposal includes a 75% funding cut to a diabetes prevention and treatment program specifically for Native Americans. It also calls for up to $65 million in cuts to Indian Health Care facilities improvements. The Republican-controlled Congress has a mixed record on supporting Trump’s budget cuts to Native health care, but the proposals are cause for concern for tribes like Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico that is contending with costly repairs for its aging health clinic. It also comes as the country faces the looming dropoff in Medicaid reimbursements that jeopardizes the future for hundreds of mainly rural hospitals across the country. We’ll assess the threats to Native health care as we know it and other potential challenges that the ongoing shift in federal priorities is bringing to the surface.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Liz Malerba (Mohegan), director of policy and legislative affairs for the United South and Eastern Tribes Sovereignty Protection Fund
A.C. Locklear (Lumbee), CEO of the National Indian Health Board
Jerilyn Church (Cheyenne River Lakota), president and CEO of the Great Plains Tribal Leader’s Health Board
Kurt Riley (Acoma Pueblo), chairman of the Acoma Pueblo Health Board and former governor of Acoma Pueblo

Native America Calling
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 7 – Alutiiq Museum tells the story of Alaska Native children sent to Carlisle Indian Boarding School

The Alutiiq Museum in Kodiak, Alaska is telling the story of 11 children taken from the area and shipped off to the Carlisle Indian Boarding School more than a century ago. The museum was instrumental in securing the return of one of those children who was buried on school grounds. It is part of an ongoing effort by the museum to document and repatriate Alaska Native ancestors under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. We’ll hear about their work.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Dehrich Chya (Alutiiq, Sun’aq Tribe of Kodiak), director of language and living culture at the Alutiiq Museum and Archaeological Repository
Benjamin Jacuk (Dena’ina Athabascan and Sugpiaq), director of Indigenous research at the Alaska Native Heritage Center
Nyché Andrew (Yup’ik/Iñupiaq)

Native America Calling
2026-04-06 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 6 – What the “conversion therapy” court decision means for LGBTQ2+ protections

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision opens a new path for the controversial practice known as “conversion therapy”, a method aimed at questioning or even changing a person’s sexual orientation. More than 20 states ban the practice. It is condemned by major medial establishments including the American Psychological Association and the American Medical Association. LGBTQ2+ advocates at the Trevor Project call the Supreme Court’s ruling a “tragic step backward“. It is also one in the growing number of legal and policy challenges ranging from a ban on Pride flags to defunding HIV/AIDS treatment. We’ll hear from Native LGBTQ and Two-Spirit advocates and legal experts about the landscape for LGBTQ2 protections.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
State Rep. Liish Kozlowski (Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa/D-MN/they/them), first trans non-binary person elected to the Minnesota Legislature
Shelby Chestnut (Assiniboine/they/he), executive director of the Transgender Law Center
Lenny Hayes (Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate/they/he), owner and executive director of Tate Topa Consulting, LLC
Mattee Jim (Diné/she/her), Native transgender advocate

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-05 12:00 - 13:30
The Easter Egg Hunt is happening today, rain or shine, starting at 12 Noon in Pookey’s Park. The American Legion & Ladies Auxiliary hosts this event

Native America Calling
2026-04-03 10:00 - 11:00
Today, April 3 – Juno Awards reach new milestones for Indigenous representation

This year’s Juno Awards in Hamilton, Ontario, included historic wins and high-profile performances by Indigenous artists, celebrating their roles as central, defining voices in contemporary Canadian music. Oji-Cree singer-songwriter Aysanabee secured two major honors: Alternative Album of the Year and Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year for his project Edge of the Earth. Veteran powwow group Bear Creek won for Traditional Indigenous Group—their first Juno in a nearly 30-year career. William Prince performed his song For the First Time, and Inuk throat singer Tanya Tagaq appeared onstage as part of a tribute to Nelly Furtado. We’ll hear more about Indigenous milestones by Indigenous artists at Canada’s biggest celebration of music.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Aysanabee (Oji-Cree, Sucker Clan of Sandy Lake First Nation)
Jai King-Green (Mississaugas Anishinaabe), singer from the Manitou Mkwa Singers
Joe Syrette (Ojibwe from Batchewana First Nation), head singer for Bear Creek
Yellow Bear Nakota (Nakoda), Indigenous Sioux singer

HVTC Meeting
2026-04-02 13:30 - 19:30
Today, the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council will meet in regular session to address both the March 19th and today’s agendas. The Executive Session begins at 1:30 PM, and the Open Session begins at 5:30 PM in the Neighborhood Facilities Building, Tribal Council Chambers. The Open Session is broadcast live and streamed live on KIDE 91.3 FM and www.kidefm.org. The session is also on Zoom. The Zoom access codes are on the attached agenda.
3.19.26 Rescheduled & Combined w_4.2.26 Agenda
If you have any questions or concerns aboutt the agenda, please contact Amber Turner, Executive Director at 530-625-4211 ext 393, or hvtatuner@gmail.com

Aunties Walk & Talk
2026-04-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00
You are invited to join the weekly Aunties Walk & Talk on Thursdays at the Tish Tang Campgrounds at 12 PM

Council Meeting
2026-04-02 10:00 - 19:00
The Hoopa Valley Tribal Council meets in regular sessions today. The Executive Session begins at 10 am, and the Open Session starts at 5:30 PM in the Tribal Council Chambers, Neighborhood Facilities Building, 11860 State Highway 96. The Open Session is broadcast and streamed live on 91.3 FM and www.kidefm.org, respectfully. It is also on the KIDE App, and on Zoom. The Zoom access and the agenda are attached.
If you have any questions or concerns about the agenda, please contact Amber Turner, Executive Secreatary at 530-625-4211 ext. 393.
April 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda
4.2.26 Consent Calendar

Native America Calling
2026-04-02 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, April 2, 2026 – The promise and curse of social media
The Facebook mobile app on an Android smartphone

A jury convicted Google and social media giant, Meta, of failing to do enough to prevent the harmful effects of their projects on children. Plaintiffs, including several tribes, argued children too young to be on social media platforms are subjected to bullying and suffer poor self-esteem because of content they encounter online. At the same time, retailers are able to strip personal information from young people—and others who use social media. Does social media have any redeeming value? We’ll find out what might change in light of the recent legal decision.

Hupa Family Resources Gift Card
2026-04-02 09:30 - 15:00

Easter Basket Give Away
2026-04-02 09:00 - 15:00

HVTC Meeting Rescheduled
2026-04-02 - 2026-04-03
The regular Hoopa Valley Tribal Council for today has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 2nd. Please see the calendar date April 2, 2026, for the combined agendas.

KTRCD Quarterly Mtg
2026-04-01 18:00 - 20:00
The Klamath Trinity Resource Conservation District is hosting the Quarterly District meeting at the Trading Post today at 6:00 PM. You are welcome to attend and learn about current and future projects. Community input is important; your thoughts are needed.
For more information, contact Allie Hostler at allie.KTRDC@gmail.com

LCAP meets
2026-04-01 17:30 - 19:00
The Klamath Trinity Joint Unified School District is hosting the Local Control and Accounting Plan (LCAP) meeting today at the Hoopa Elementary School at 5:30 PM.
The LCAP is a critical part of the Local Control Funding Formula, LCFF. School Districts must engage parents, students, educators, employees, and the community to establish these plans. The Plans describe the school district’s overall vision for students, annual goals, and specific actions to achieve them. Refreshments are served.

Native America Calling
2026-04-01 10:00 - 11:00
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – Record-setting ‘heat dome’ is harbinger of another unnaturally hot summer
Extreme heat warning sign in Death Valley, California, USA.

The historic heat dome moving across the country smashed hundreds of high temperature records. Several places in Arizona and California reached 112 degrees—an unheard-of high in March. The Tohono O’odham Nation in southern Arizona issued an extreme heat warning after an official high temperature hit 108 degrees. The temporary weather phenomenon is slowly moving on, but not before drying out watersheds and melting snowpack that are critical sources of summer for people and agriculture. And climate experts say the abnormally hot start to the year is only the beginning. We’ll speak with researchers and others who are keeping track of climate trends for the year on what people can expect in the months ahead.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848

LPA Hearing
2026-03-31 17:30 - 18:30
Today is the second LPA Hearing for the proposed Reorganization Plan for the Hoopa Valley Tribe. The Hearing starts at 5:30 PM in the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council Chambers.

Native America Calling
2026-03-31 10:00 - 11:00
Today, March 31 — The Menu: “A Feather and a Fork” cookbook and preserving ooligan (smelt fish)

Kickapoo chef Crystal Wahpepah documents the intertribal flavors and characteristics of contemporary Native American cuisine and her upbringing in Oakland, Calif. in her debut cookbook, “A Feather and a Fork: 125 Intertribal Dishes from an Indigenous Food Warrior.” Woven through the recipes and gorgeous food photos, Wahpepah gives readers and cooks a tour of her restaurant, Wahpepah’s Kitchen, and present Oakland Native food sovereignty initiatives — and poignant personal and cultural stories that ingredients and flavors hold.
Near the end of winter, ooligan (eulachon or smelt), a small oily fish, would come rushing up rivers by the millions in the Pacific Northwest, according to historical accounts and elders’ stories. Today, ooligan are listed as a threatened species with sporadic springtime runs that more often do not support subsistence fishing. We’ll hear from the Nuxalk Nation in British Columbia about their ooligan studies and restoration, and from fishermen in Metlakatla, Alaska about this spring’s ooligan haul.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Crystal Wahpepah (Kickapoo), chef and owner of Wahpepah’s Kitchen and author of “A Feather and a Fork: 125 Intertribal Dishes from an Indigenous Food Warrior”
Cindy Wagner (Tsimshian and Haida), fisherman
Louie Wagner (Tsimshian and Tlingit), fisherman
Jason Moody (Nuxalk), Nuxalk fisheries and wildlife planning coordinator and owner of Nan Adventure Tours

Native America Calling
2026-03-30 08:00 - 17:00
Today, March 30 – Understanding the Jack Abramoff Indian gaming scandal 25 years later

In the early 2000s, an investigation found a handful of tribes in at least four states were paying exorbitant fees to a lobbying firm headed by Jack Abramoff. The tribes were looking to gain ground in the rapidly evolving Native gaming political landscape. The investigation and the resulting fraud and bribery trials would convict Abramoff and a dozen others, including congressional staffers, in a scheme that totaled at least $80 million. One tribal official called them “the contemporary faces of the exploitation of Native peoples“. While he was taking their money, Abramoff privately referred to the tribal officials he was dealing with as “monkeys” and “morons.” A Blackfeet tribal member was instrumental in exposing Abramoff’s crimes. We’ll look back at this significant event in tribal gaming history and what has changed in the 25 years since.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
David Sickey (Coushatta), chairman of the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana
Philip Hogen (Oglala Lakota), former chairman of the National Indian Gaming Commission and of counsel for Hogen Adams PLLC
Tom Rodgers (Blackfeet), founder of Carlyle Consulting and the Global Indigenous Council, an advocacy organization focusing on Native American issues
Monica Lubiarz-Quigley, attorney and former lawyer for the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe

No Kings Day Event in Salyer
2026-03-28 11:00 - 14:00
Want to attend a No Kings’s event? There is a “NO KINGS Salyer” – sign up now to join!
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Yard Sale Today
2026-03-28 10:00 - 17:00

Native America Calling
2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:00
Today, March 27 – Native in the Spotlight: Aaju Peter

Born in Greenland, Aaju Peter did not begin to explore the breadth of her own Inuit culture until she moved to Nunavut, Canada. It was there that she got in touch with an internal drive to learn about and strengthen language, education, policy, and the arts toward improving Inuit representation on an international scale. That has resulted in a varied career as an activist, lawyer, clothing designer, and musician. Among her many accolades is the Order of Canada, awarded for her preservation and promotion of Inuit culture. Aaju Peter joins us as our Native in the Spotlight.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
