Announcements
- Attention Students!!! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Tribal Office has received approved funding for hotspots with an unlimited data subscription through Verizon until 31 December 2020. These hotspots are available to MIN students only and will require proof that the student is currently enrolled in a relevant school or university course. After this date or the ending of the course, whichever is soonest, the hotspot is required to be returned to the office and the subscription will be cancelled. For further information or to request a hotspot, please contact the Tribal Office at TribalOffice@MonacanNation.com or 434-363-4864. HOTSPOT REQUEST FORM!!!
- Dear Save Rassawek Supporter, The James River Water Authority has filed their application for an individual permit from the Army Corps of Engineers to construct their water project on top of Rassawek. The Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public comments with a deadline of May 7, 2020. Read their notice here. We are deeply concerned about the public’s ability to comment while so many of us are complying with the Governor’s stay-at-home order. We have requested that the Corps grant an extension, but so far the Corps has declined. We need your help sharing this information with your friends, including calling those who may not have reliable internet access during this time. There are several ways to help save Rassawek: (1) Please gather signatures for our public letter requesting that Governor Northam and the Army Corps move the project to an alternative that does not destroy Rassawek. They need to hear from voters that the public does not support this project. People can sign on to the letter by filling out the form here: https://bit.ly/saverassawek; (2) Please write to the Corps and tell them you do not support this project and they should choose an alternative that does not destroy Rassawek. Email your comments to steven.a.vanderploeg@usace.army.mil. We suggest that you: (a) Include your name and address; (b) State that you oppose JRWA's permit application and that it is not in the public interest; (c) State that Rassawek should be preserved as an important part of national, Virginia, and tribal history; (d) Request a public hearing on the permit application; (e) Request that the Corps prepare an environmental impact statement because of the intensity of the proposed impacts to Rassawek; (f) Send us a copy of your comments to jessica@culturalheritagepartners.com. Thank you for your time and continued attention.
- We are starting to receive PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) at the Tribal Office in Amherst to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are slowly receiving these items in and have limited quantities to disperse, we ask that you keep in mind children and elders when requesting items. Please contact our office to schedule a pickup and confirm what is on hand.
- Postponement of 28th Annual Powwow!
- Emergency Communication Contacts by County
- Message from the Tribal Office Regarding COVID-19:
The Tribal Office Staff are monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. We are in constant communication with government agencies and officials about potential threats, and ways to prevent contamination and spread of the virus. We are following the guidance of IHS and the CDC to remain informed and proactive for the health and well-being of all our tribal citizens.
We ask that tribal citizens visit the IHS and CDC website for information about the virus, prevention measures, and how to properly prepare you and your family for possible shutdowns due to the pandemic. We hope all our citizens and their families remain safe and healthy during this confusing and troublesome time. We will continue to monitor and update the situation as new information is released. - Announcement from Monacan Nation Powwow Committee: please visit the News & Events tab for more announcement details.
- Culture Class starts January 11: Between 2-5 pm class will be held every weekend except the 3rd Saturday between 12-5pm. We look forward to a great new year and seeing everyone again!
- Office of Air Quality Planning & Standards (OAQPS) 2020 Spring/Summer Intern Program
- Estimates for repairs needed at the Tribal Hall and Cabin. Repairs include (but not limited to) roofing and gutters, electrical, landscaping, and carpentry. Please contact Monacan Cultural Foundation for more information!
- Tribal rolls are now open, please visit the enrollment page for application information.
2019 Powwow
The Powwow was held May 18-19. Thank you to all of the supporters of the 27th Powwow!
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Citizens- Each year tribal members are encouraged to pledge $52.00 to the tribe in order to support office operations, upkeep of tribal buildings, funding various initiatives such as Elders Program, Food Bank and Youth. Click on Member Pledge below.
Non-Citizens- Not a member? You can still support the tribe by making a donation. Click on the Donation button below.
Amazon - do you shop Amazon? If so, you can set the tribe to be your charity of choice. With every purchase a donation is sent to the tribe. >>more
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