Chairwoman |
Charter :
The tribe operates under the Indian Reorganization Act of June 18, 1934 Name of governing body: Tribal Council Number of council members: The Lovelock Paiute Tribe is governed by 5 members, 3 of which must reside on the Lovelock Indian Colony Election : Council members are elected every two years in June and on Staggered four year terms. The chairman of the Council presides over all Council meetings. He performs all the duties of the Chairman and he exercises any authority regarding tribal matters. The Vice-Chairman of the Council assists the Chairman when called upon to do so. In the absence of the Chairman, he will preside. When so presiding he has all the rights, privileges and duties, as well as the responsibilities of the Chairman. The Secretary of the Council keeps the minutes of the Council meetings. The Secretary certifies the enactment of all ordinances, law and order codes, and resolutions, and makes proper distribution of such. On behalf of the Council, the Secretary receives all petitions provided for in the Constitution, and distributes notices and information relating to meetings, announcements, and decisions of the council. The Secretary supervises over matters relating to enrollment, membership, and elections. |
Tribal Administration |
Mission:
The goal of the Tribal Administrator department is to provide supportive services for the daily administration operations and management of Tribal programs, and to apply organizational compliance with policies and procedures of the Lovelock Paiute Tribe in accordance with federal regulations. |