Do not assume one Tribe or one leader speaks for all. As a result, Congress authorized members of the Band to take allotments on the Public Domain in Montana, South Dakota and North Dakota. Be prepared to respond with reasons why the advice may or may not be followed. Land Area: 6 X 12 miles Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Constitution. (adapted from document that can found in original form on the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council website)  Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Constitution. Most Tribal governments are not wealthy and it may be difficult for Tribal officials to attend meetings or to exchange correspondence. The Superintendent is assisted by a Deputy Superintendent for Trust Services and a Deputy Superintendent for Indian Services in administering trust and non-trust functions for the Turtle Mountain Agency. P.O. When the Federal Government issued allotments to tribal members, the land approved by Congress was insufficient to meet the allotments needs of the Tribe. P.O. During negotiations, prepare to discuss all aspects of an issue at hand simultaneously rather than sequentially. Registrants are also required to register their employment and college addresses also. This is a cultural characteristic that is still strong in Indian country. 4180 HWY 281 Turtle Mountain Chippewa Heritage Center. Indian Services is responsible for the proper execution of Acquisition and Property management, personnel, budget, financial management and self determination. Bureau of Indian Affairs Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa History. Understand that there are different ways of communication. Belcourt, North Dakota 58316, Telephone: (701) 477-3191 Trust Services is responsible for the administration of the Agency’s trust programs. Title 42 (Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registration Code) requires all sex offenders/Offenders Against Children who visit, live or go to school, and who has a qualifying conviction to maintain all registration requirements with the Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registry department. It is our responsibility to generate income, protect and improve trust assets of the Turtle Mountain Tribe. These include the Mandan, Hidatsa, & Arikara Nation (Three Affiliated Tribes), the Spirit Lake Nation, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Nation, and the Trenton Indian Service Area. Box 900 It is a political relationship – not race based. Those you consult with might not be able to answer questions immediately. A sense of humor is appreciated but generally, serious, business-like behavior is appropriate. Respect Tribal Council representatives as elected officials of a government. Bureau of Indian Affairs Population on reservation: 9,710. Today, the land holdings of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and individual tribal members stand at approximately 79,176 acres with an equal amount located in Montana and South Dakota. The Official Facebook Page of the Turtle Mountain Tribe Title 42 (Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registration Code) requires all sex offenders/Offenders Against Children who visit, live or go to school, and who has a qualifying conviction to maintain all registration requirements with the Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registry … Telefax:      (701) 477-8768, Estimated Tribal Enrollment: 30,100 members. Traditional authorities often do not relate well to written communication and may find face-to-face consultation more appropriate. There are over 500 federally recognized Tribes – each with its own history, culture, and language. Almost sixty percent live on reservations and over forty percent of these American Indians are under the age of 20. Also, Tribal governments in general do not have large support staff to assign to meetings, follow-up, etc. It is the BIA’s responsibility to provide services to the Turtle Mountain Tribe and its members. Turtle Mountain Tribe, Belcourt, North Dakota. Acts as a liaison with Public Health, various state, county and other federal agencies and with the Tribal organizations, committees, tribal officials and the general public. Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa. The Vision of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, a sovereign nation in the heart of North America, comprised of a people in harmony with our unique traditions and culture, is to achieve self-sufficiency, financial independence and healthy lifestyle through the knowledge and education of our most important asset – our people. If possible, arrange meetings with refreshments and/or a meal. The Turtle Mountain Agency provides the following Trust Service programs to the Turtle Mountain Tribe and its members: Real Estate Services, Wildland Fire Protection, Land Operations, Probate & Estate Services. Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Jamie Azure, Chairman We provide support and technical assistance to the Turtle Mountain Tribe and its members in the administration of Trust functions. In total, there are 31,329 American Indians living in North Dakota, making up 4.9% of the total population. Do not rely solely on written communications. 117 • Bismarck, ND 58505. Enter a first name and last name; then press Search. Seemingly extraneous data may be reviewed and re-reviewed. The Turtle Mountain Agency is located in the community of Belcourt, North Dakota, which is geographically located in the far north central part of the State, approximately 10 miles southeast of the International Peace Garden. Mailing Address: 3959 SkyDancer Way NE Belcourt, ND 58316 Phone (701) 244-5530 Fax (701) 244-2457 The land base of the reservation is entirely within Rolette County, measuring 12 miles long by 6 miles wide. Be prepared to negotiate, to find ways to accommodate the Tribe’s concerns. Follow-up written correspondence with telephone calls, faxes, or in-person contacts. Always shake hands when introduced, meeting with someone or departing. Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Website It is customary to shake hands with everyone in the room. Meetings with Tribal council officials and Tribal program staff should, if possible, be conducted between the same levels of officials. 3.6K likes. There are five federally recognized Tribes and one Indian community located at least partially within the State of North Dakota. The history of this unique relationship is relevant and important to working with a Tribe. Welcome to the Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registry Website this site is provided to you by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. As a result, Congress authorized members of the Band to take allotments on the Public Domain in Montana, South Dakota and North Dakota. Welcome to the Turtle Mountain Sex Offender Registry Website this site is provided to you by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. Box 60 Enrolled members: 30,722. Indian Service is responsible for the administration of Indian service programs. The BIA provides services to approximately 30,100 enrolled Tribal members. BIA Road #7 North Dakota Indian Affairs Commission • 600 E. Boulevard Ave. • 1st Floor Judicial Wing, Rm. They may need to think about it and consult with others. Indian Services provides the following services to the Turtle Mountain Tribe and its members: Facilities Management, Human Services, Job Placement & Training, Human Resources, Probation and Parole, Transportation & Tribal Operations. American Indians object to being ‘consulted’ or ‘studied’ by people who have little intention of doing anything in response to their concerns. Formal notices or invitations should be addressed to the Tribal Chairperson and/or the appropriate Council Representative or Committee, with the respective Tribal program Director copied in on the letter. Remember that American Indians may be suspicious of outsiders and outside ideas. The BIA’s objective is to develop solutions to complex problems, by integrating new and innovative ideas and concepts with existing BIA policy and procedures. Telefax:       (701) 477-6628, Tribe Served: This is accomplished through the delivery of quality services while maintaining government to government relationships within the spirit of self determination. Belcourt, North Dakota 58316, Physical Address Today, the land holdings of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and individual tribal members stand at approximately 79,176 acres with an equal amount located in Montana and South Dakota.