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Native Village of Eyak
About Us
The Native Village of Eyak is a federally recognized self-governing Tribe that provides governmental services within the Tribe’s customary and traditional use area: Prince William Sound, the Copper River, and the Gulf of Alaska.
Mission Statement
The Native Village of Eyak Traditional Council is a tribal government that promotes self-determination to Native Village of Eyak tribal members. Under the guidance of the Council, tribal offices provide health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, job opportunities and job training to the Native Village of Eyak. The Tribe operates in a way that is acceptable to Alaska Native cultural values and traditions in order to enhance the well being of our People both physically and spiritually. The Tribal Council seeks ways to enrich tribal living through community-operated tribal programs and self-determination.
Our Core Purpose
Create opportunities for Tribal Members while we protect our land and resources.
Our Traditional Values
- God
- Loyalty
- Humor
- Cooperation
- Teaching
- Cultural Pride
- Sharing
- Discipline
- Language
- Respect
Tribal Council
The Native Village of Eyak Traditional Tribal Council is the duly elected governing body of the tribe, composed of one Chairman and four members in accordance with the Native Village of Eyak Tribal Constitution and Bylaws.
Tribal Council Member terms alternate between two and three-year terms. Regular Tribal Council elections take place annually among eligible voters of the village in accordance with the Native Village of Eyak Tribal Election Ordinance.
Regular Tribal Council Meetings are scheduled for 5:00pm on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted. Special Tribal Council Meetings may be scheduled at Tribal Council’s discretion to address urgent business between regularly scheduled meetings.
Current Tribal Council
- Brooke Mallory – Chair
- Raven Cunningham – Vice Chair
- Cheryl Eleshansky – Secretary/Treasurer
- Mark Hoover – Council Member
- Darrel Olsen – Council Member
- Pam Smith – Council Member
- Kanisha Tiedeman – Council Member
Tribal Member Enrollment
Native Village of Eyak is a federally recognized tribal government located on the southeastern shores of Prince William sound in the North Gulf Coast of Alaska.
Our territory is the traditional meeting place of four peoples, the Eyak, Aleut, Tlingit and Athabascan. Prince William Sound, Copper River Delta and the North Gulf Coast were shared between them. War and peace reigned alternately within a brisk trading business. The arrival of the Russians and subsequently Americans, greatly impacted our way of life and culture. We strive to preserve and restore that culture through our many programs and services.
We are governed by a five member elected Council who upholds our constitution and bylaws and directs an executive director to implement projects and programs according to an approved strategic plan.
How to Apply
LENNETTE RONNEGARD, ENROLLMENT CLERK,
(907) 424-7738, lennette.ronnegard@eyak-nsn.gov
Thank you for your interest in the Native Village of Eyak’s Enrollment. Please have all proper documentation in order to make the process as quick and smooth. Please make sure that the Tribal Enrollment Application is filled out and signed. Any application that isn’t signed and dated will automatically be denied.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call or stop by.
Document Checklist
Completed Application
BIA – Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB)
Birth Certificate
Two (2) Proofs of Residency:
- Pay stubs
- Utility receipts (heating fuel, electric, utility, telephone)
- Mortgage or landlord receipts/letter
- Taxes address
- Alaska driver’s license or state ID
- Other (please specify)
Tribal Member ID Cards
LENNETTE RONNEGARD, ENROLLMENT CLERK,
(907) 424-7738, lennette.ronnegard@eyak-nsn.gov
Thank you for your interest in the Native Village of Eyak’s Enrollment. Please have all proper documentation in order to make the process as quick and smooth. Please make sure that the Tribal ID Card Application is filled out and signed. Any application that isn’t signed and dated will automatically be denied.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call or stop by.
Location,
Hours & Contact
PO Box 1388
110 Nicholoff Way
Cordova, Alaska 99574
Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(907) 424-7738
info@eyak-nsn.gov
Enrollment Clerk
Lennette Ronnegard
Office: (907) 424-7738
Fax: (907) 424-7739
lennette.ronnegard@eyak-nsn.gov
Frequently
Asked Questions
How do I enroll myself or a family member in the Native Village or Eyak?
Please see the How to Apply section of this page for directions and a document checklist. If you have any questions, please call (907) 424-7738 or email enrollment@eyak-nsn.gov.
