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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTribal-County Relations Committee - Minutes - 5/14/2004Minutes of the Bayfield County Tribal Study Committee Meeting 10:00am, Friday, May 14, 2004 Red Cliff Fire Hall The meeting of the Bayfield County Tribal Studies Committee was called to order at 10:100am, Friday, May 16, 2004, at the Red Cliff Fire Hall by acting chairman Leo LaFernier. Members Present: Richard Compton, Phil Gordon, Leo LaFernier Members Absent: Ray DePerry, David Good, Mark Abeles-Allison Others Present: Chris Johnson, Jan Victorson, Charles Bresette, Kris Kavajecz, and citizens: Lori Melberg, Jim Melberg, Pat Melberg, Steve Melberg, Howard Paap, and Michael Smith. Motion Regarding Minutes of the March 24, 2004 Tribal Studies Committee Meeting; Motion by Compton, second by Gordon to approve the minutes of the March 24, 2004 meeting as presented. Motion Carried. Enhanced 9-1-1 Update (Jan Victorson): Jan Victorson reported that the dispatchers are now dispatching from the new center and the enhanced 9-1-1 system is working well. Jan asked for input from the committee members regarding opportunities for outreach in Red Cliff. Suggestion was made to distribute information at the Health Center and Fire Hall and also possibly at polling locations. Jan explained that she also has 2 videos available for education, which she would be happy to share with the Red Cliff television station. Jan reported that about one half of all emergency calls are now coming in on the dedicated 9-1-1 lines. Discussion & Possible Action Regarding Joint Veteran’s Celebration (Chris Johnson): Chris reported that Pat Thornton with the Count Tourism office is working on a grant to help promote the “Moving Wall” project. Chris suggested that the project coincide with the opening of the new casino or with a Pow-Wow or other notable tribal event. Chris emphasized that if the tribe has not yet reserved the wall, they should do so very soon to ensure it will be available. Chief Bresette agreed to place the topic on the next Tribal Council agenda and to check with the Tribal Chairman on the status of the project. Discussion Regarding Property Owner Issues: Introductions were made of all citizens wishing to address the committee as well as committee members. Chief Bresette spoke regarding the trespass concerns of the Melbergs. Jim Melberg explained that his concern is the misconception that their property is tribal land and that any tribal members may have access to it. Mr. Melberg clarified that the land is indeed private and that the road is also private. The Melbergs expressed concern for their safety as they have received several threats. Chief Bresette explained several obstacles that law enforcement encounters when attempting to investigate and prosecute crimes that take place when there are no witnesses, such as when the property owner is away. Melbergs also expressed concern with congestion on Frog Bay Road and the fact that they, at times, cannot access their property by vehicle. LaFernier stated to Melberg’s that he has contacted Mark Montano to check their property when he saw two trucks enter the property that he did not recognize. Melbergs requested that in the future, the police department be contacted rather than a private citizen that they do not know. Melberg’s requested that this issue continue to be discussed. LaFernier suggested that the citizens meet with the Tribal Council. Chief Bresette committed to checking the property as often as possible. County/Tribal Law Enforcement, Record Management and Mobile Data Discussion.: Chief Bresette reported that the Bayfield County Information Services and Red Cliff Information Services staff have been unable to coordinate a time to meet and discuss the CODY technology. Compton reported that at the County Priority sessions, CODY technology and communication with the Court System was identified as a priority for the county. Victorson questioned the adequacy of tower capability for the Mobile Data terminals. Bresette reported that he is working on a grant to assist with erecting a tower and repeater to help with the communication issues. Bresette reported that the County and Tribal Law Enforcement are working well together and are holding at least quarterly meetings. Review and update on Tribal Land Issues.: The Tribal Council and County Board have both approved the Memorandum of Understanding, signed by the County Board Chairman and Tribal Chairman. Discussion (continued) of Development Plans in Red Cliff: Construction will begin in June, 2004 and is estimated to be completed in May, 2005. Compton asked about a Public Informational session about the project. The informational session is tentatively planned for early June, 2004. The next meeting was set for July 15, 2004, 10:00 am at the Red Cliff Fire Hall. Motion by Compton, Second by Gordon to adjourn. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:15am.