Spirit of Elwha canoe in breaker.
Photo provided by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. |
The Washington State Department of Transportation’s Tribal Liaison Office was established in 2001 and has responsibility for assisting tribes and the department with implementing effective government-to-government relations.
WSDOT Model Comprehensive Tribal Consultation Process for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
This consultation model was created to guide WSDOT project teams to use on federal-aid transportation projects in which the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is the lead federal agency.
Safety is Central: Tribal/ State Transportation Conference 2008.
When: October 27 - 30, 2008
Where: The Sleeping Lady Mountain Retreat in Leavenworth, WA.
Online Registration is now available!
Click on the button below to register for the 2008 Tribal/ State Transportation Conference. Whether you are registering online for convenience or to pay with credit card it is an easy hassle-free way to join us in Leavenworth for a great conference.
Printable Registration forms
Click below to download and print this year's conference mail-in registration forms.
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If you have any questions about the conference or registration please call our office at (360) 705-7022.
Case Studies on Consultation with Tribes in Statewide and Metropolitan Transportation Planning:
This series of case studies focuses on innovative consultation practices between tribes, States, and metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) within the transportation planning process. It includes six case studies that highlight a range of practices implemented by tribal and non-tribal governments to advance tribal consultation in statewide and metropolitan transportation planning. The case studies describe current practices, the outcomes of these approaches, and lessons learned. more details...
Assistance available:
- The Tribal Liaison office provides a central contact point for tribal access to department resources, such as:
- Helps to establish and maintain open communication between WSDOT staff and tribal members.
- Facilitates problem-solving strategies for dealing with transportation issues and helps to mediate conflicts between the tribes and WSDOT.
- and more...
On-Line Cultural Resource Classes Available
South Puget Sound Community College is offering courses specifically aimed to give Native American and Agency student’s training as Cultural Resource Technicians (CRTs) with specialties in Cultural Resources Management.
Other On-Line Tribal Resources:
Tribal Listserve:
Subscribe to the WSDOT Tribal listserve and keep connected with Tribal transportation information and happenings throughout the state. For example when a contact with in a tribe changes we would email the information to you, or send you notifications about upcoming meetings.
Tribal Transportation Planning Organization (TTPO)
Since 1993, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has met with tribes annually to address mutually identified transportation issues. The purpose of the TTPO organization is for tribes to take an active role in statewide transportation planning by providing a forum to discuss and participate in tribal transportation system needs and opportunities.
Northwest Tribal Technical Assistance Program (TTAP)
TTAP is a program funded by Cooperative Agreements with the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA) to assist tribes in developing transportation resources, infrastructure, and development opportunities for Northwest Tribes.
National Conference of State Legislators - State-Tribal Institute
NCSL tracks a variety of policy issues affecting state-tribal relations including economic development, environmental protection, human services, taxation, jurisdiction and law enforcement, and trust land issues. It also has many helpful discussion boards and training sessions for tribal staff.
Tribal Newsletters:
Nugguam means to "Talk" in the Quinault Language. It is the official online newsletter of the Quinault Indian Nation.
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