How does housing work on an Indian Reservation?
On Chehalis, there are several hundred homes, and the older ones are largely owner-occupied (although anyone living on the reservation must be a tribal member, or related to one). The newer development, though, was due in part to these grants, and organized by a housing authority that wears many hats.
Who is the head of the Indian Housing Authority?
According to the 2000 Census, the tribal population is now 691, spread over 4,215 acres of housing developments, farms and forests that sit within these foothills. Upon entering the reservation, I found several administrative buildings, and went in to meet Harry Pickernell,the tribal chairman, and James Gutierrez, head of the housing authority.
When does the Indian housing block grant end?
However, when ONAP competed grant funding appropriated for the recent Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) Competitive program, it awarded funding appropriated for both FY 2018 and FY 2019 under a single two-year NOFA .
What does the Office of Native American programs do?
The Office of Native American Programs is working tirelessly to support all of our Tribal housing partners as we deal with the impact of COVID-19 as a Nation. The safety and security of Native American families, Tribal housing staff, and all in Indian Country is our top priority.
Who is the director of the Menominee Indian Reservation?
The Menominee Tribal Housing Department is under the auspices of the Tribal Government. The Director reports directly to the Tribal Administrator and also reports monthly to the Legislative Committee on Housing.
On Chehalis, there are several hundred homes, and the older ones are largely owner-occupied (although anyone living on the reservation must be a tribal member, or related to one). The newer development, though, was due in part to these grants, and organized by a housing authority that wears many hats.
According to the 2000 Census, the tribal population is now 691, spread over 4,215 acres of housing developments, farms and forests that sit within these foothills. Upon entering the reservation, I found several administrative buildings, and went in to meet Harry Pickernell,the tribal chairman, and James Gutierrez, head of the housing authority.
Is there a rent to own program for tribal members?
PBPN Housing offers a Rent to Own housing program for tribal members of all ages. There are more stringent income guidelines for these homes since the goal is not to rent a home indefinitely, but rather total home-ownership in the future. At this time these homes are offered on a 15 year contract for deed.