Isaiah Vivanco, Chairman, Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians
The pandemic has impacted us immensely. Initially, not knowing the severity of COVID-19 and what came with it, sent the whole world into a different mind thought.
Terry Rambler, Chairman, San Carlos Apache Tribe
Our Council declared a state of emergency back in March and had zero COVID-19 positive cases on our reservation until May 27, largely because of strict mitigation measures. Since then, we have seen two surges and a recent softening in numbers.
Lloyd Mathiesen, Chairman, Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians of CA
Initially, we closed down our casino for two and a half months, and after we reopened, we moved forward with tough restrictions. Prior to COVID-19, our legal occupancy was just under 800, and since we’ve reopened, we are only allowing 425 people in the casino at a time.
Michael Hunter, Tribal Chairman, Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians
COVID-19 has had a reverberating effect on our tribe and community as a whole. The pandemic has changed the predictability of the workforce, supplies and resources. Operating hours and standard operating procedures have changed to keep our team members and community safe.
Greg Sarris, Tribal Chairman, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
The challenges have been to work closely with local and state officials to be consistent with COVID-19 safety requirements. The opportunities are largely in the area of increased guest services, food and hotel accommodations, and slot and table options.
Brenda Meade, Chairman, Coquille Indian Tribe
Self-sufficiency isn’t just about tribal government. It’s about the people. Strengthening the people has to be the priority in your businesses and your government.
Andrew Joseph Jr., Chairman, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation
The biggest challenge for the Tribes and the gaming industry as a whole is by far the lack of staffing in various departments throughout the casino.
Jordan Dresser, Chairman, Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Reservation
As a leader, I try to surround myself with people who have ambition and really want something. Talent is always key, but drive is essential...
Robert de los Angeles, Chairman, Snoqualmie Indian Tribe
We constantly seek new ways to engage in additional enterprises, and with those opportunities, always fostering an understanding of the skills to operate those enterprises.
W. Ron Allen, Chairman, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe
The biggest challenge has been getting our labor force back on board. It’s been an issue nationwide, and we certainly are experiencing it too...
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