Tribal Council
Tribal Council
The Tribal Council is the central governing body of the Native Village of Eyak. Elected by Tribal members, Council carries the responsibility of protecting Tribal sovereignty, setting policy, guiding long-term priorities, and ensuring the wellbeing of current and future generations.
Tribal Council provides leadership across all areas of Tribal life, including governance, cultural revitalization, land and resource stewardship, community development, and government-to-government relations. Council decisions are grounded in community responsibility, informed by Tribal values, and shaped through consultation with Elders, members, and Tribal departments.
Through its leadership, the Tribal Council ensures that NVE remains accountable to its people and continues to strengthen self-determination in Eyak homelands.
Current tribal
- Angela Butler – Tribal Chair
- Diane Ujioka – Vice Chair
- Brooke Mallory – Secretary/Treasurer
- Tiffany Beedle – Council Member
Council
- James “Jim” Smith – Council Member
- Kanisha Tiedeman – Council Member
- Kelsey Hawley – Council Member
Contact & Hours
PO Box 1388
110 Nicholoff Way
Cordova, Alaska 99574
(907)424-7738
Monday-Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Council Executive Assistant:
Carla Bloomquist, carla.bloomquist@eyak-nsn.gov
Elections
Elections are a vital part of citizenship and self-governance at the Native Village of Eyak. Through Tribal elections, enrolled members have the opportunity to choose their leadership, uphold Tribal sovereignty, and participate directly in the future of our government.
NVE elections are conducted in accordance with the Tribe’s Election Code and Constitution (Article 10), which establish the process for fair, transparent, and accountable governance. Elections ensure that the Tribal Council remains representative of the community and grounded in the voice and priorities of Tribal members.
Voting is both a right and a responsibility of Tribal citizenship. To participate in NVE elections, voters must be enrolled Tribal Members, at least 18 years of age, and meet the Tribe’s residency requirements. All elections are conducted by secret ballot to protect voter privacy and ensure integrity in the process.
For an election to be considered valid, a minimum of 20% voter participation is required. This reflects the importance of community involvement and shared responsibility in Tribal governance. An Election Committee is appointed annually to oversee the administration of elections, support fair procedures, and uphold the Election Code.
Information on upcoming election dates, candidate materials, and voting procedures is available through the Tribal Administration office. NVE encourages all eligible Tribal citizens to participate and help guide the future of our Tribe through strong and active governance.