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Burns Paiute Tribe

Administration

The Burns Paiute Tribe’s Administration Department is committed to the responsible operation of Tribal Services. To preserve and promote the Burns Paiute sovereignty and to enhance the health and economic well-being of the Burns Paiute Tribe.

 

Administration Offices

Christopher Hicks is a proud tribal member of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. He holds two bachelor’s degrees—in Political Science & Government and in Entrepreneurship—and two master’s degrees: an MBA and a Master of Information Systems Management, all from the University of Arizona Global Campus. Christopher brings a diverse background in tribal governance, business leadership, and strategic planning. With a deep passion for helping tribal communities thrive, he is committed to supporting the Burns Paiute Tribe in achieving their goals and realizing their long-term vision. An avid learner and doer, Christopher enjoys hunting, fishing, playing sports, and spending time with his beautiful family and amazing children. He looks forward to applying his education and experience to lead with purpose, accountability, and a deep respect for tribal values.

Nalani Harvey Executive Assistant

The mission of our department is to provide reliable support and development to the Burns Paiute Tribe. Whether it be developing infrastructure plans or end user support we strive to give the tribe the tools they need to advance in the fast pace world of communications.

Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Phone: (541) 573-2088

Our job is to maintain the buildings, janitorial services, groundskeeping, water services and other repairs and maintenance as needed.

Emergency Managment Services

Objective: To prepare the Burns Paiute Community in the event of a natural disaster or a man-made caused disaster.

Tribal Fire Services
Objective: Burns Paiute Public Safety – Fire Protection Services have initiated services to meet the responsibilities of fire protection for the Burns Paiute Indian Community, and mutual aid assistance to the surrounding >> Go to the EMS page! 

TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS

Government to Government – BIA Roads Planning Program:

Objective; To maintain planning, designing, scoping, engineering, road construction and safety features on Tribal Roads.

PL 93-638 Roads Construction Contract:

Objective: To use the last PL 93-638 funds for road construction or road scoping projects under this Program.

 TRIBAL TRANSIT SERVICES

Special Transportation Funds (STF) Program:

Objective: To provide and maintain a Tribal Transit Service for the handicap, Seniors and low-income members on the Burns Paiute Reservation and the General Public residing in the Cities of Burns and Hines.

5310 Enhanced Seniors & Disabled Program:

Objective: To improve the ability of seniors and disabled persons to ride our Tribal Transit Service on our scheduled routes.

Special Transportation Improvement Funding (STIF) Program:

Objective: New Oregon Legislative Directive to improve the funding of all transportation systems within the State of Oregon; maintain continued transportation funding without any disruption for funding.

>>Go to the Tribal Transit page!