Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – October 18, 2024

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Office Phone (916) 373-3710
Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location:
California Department of General Services
707 Third Street
Room: Auditorium
West Sacramento, CA 95605

Friday, October 18, 2024
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Live video streaming and archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2024-10-18. 

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners and Staff
  4. Traditional Opening

ACTION

1. Approval of Meeting Minutes, (Chairperson Pagaling)

A. July 16, 2024, Open Session
B. July 16, 2024, Closed Session
C. September 5, 2024, Open Session
D. September 5, 2024, Closed Session

2. Calendar Dates for FY 2024-25 Public Commission Meetings (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

A. Commissioners to consider changing the following Commission meeting dates or locations:

i.   Friday, January 17, 2025 Santa Ynez, CA
ii.  Friday, April 18, 2025 Location TBD
iii. Friday, July 18, 2025 Location TBD

3. Draft CalNAGPRA Mediation and Dispute Resolution Regulations (Chairperson Pagaling and Secretary Dutschke, Mediation Subcommittee; Michelle Carr, Chief Counsel)

A. Status of draft CalNAGPRA mediation and dispute resolution regulations promulgated under Health and Safety Code section 8016

i.   Summary of tribal comments and responses
ii.  Memorandum – revisions to draft mediation regulations
iii. Revised draft mediation regulations
iv. Red-line comparison of current draft to January 19, 2024, draft

B. Commission to consider adopting updated draft CalNAGPRA mediation and dispute resolution regulations

C. Commission to consider recirculating the draft CalNAGPRA mediation and dispute regulations for a third round of Tribal comment and consultation for either 30, 45, or 60 days

4. UC Systemwide/Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee updates and vacancies (Mario Pallari, Attorney)

5. CSU Draft Systemwide Policy/NAHC Comments (Mario Pallari, Attorney)

6. CSU Chancellor’s Office updates regarding AB 389 compliance, including Systemwide Policy Development (Nathan Dietrich, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, Advocacy and State Relations, Office of the Chancellor, California State University)

7. CSU Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee updates, vacancies and nominations (Mario Pallari, Attorney)

CSU Chico

i.   Commissioners to consider the nomination of April Kamp-Whittaker, CSU Representative, CSU Chico
ii.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Cole Morales, Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU Chico
iii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Deserea Langley, CSU Native American Studies Representative, CSU Chico
iv.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Matthew O’Brien, CSU Representative, CSU Chico

CSU Dominguez Hills

v.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Christina Conley, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU Dominguez Hills
vi. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Lia Morgan Siewert, CSU Representative, CSU Dominguez Hills

CSU Fresno

vii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Heather Airey, Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU Fresno

CSU Monterey Bay

viii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Tom Little Bear Nason, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU Monterey Bay
ix.   Commissioners to consider the nomination of Nizhoni Chow-Garcia , CSU Representative, CSU Monterey Bay

CSU Sacramento

x. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Yvonne Perkins, Federally Recognized Representative, CSU Sacramento

CSU San Bernardino

xi.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Danny Sosa Aguilar, CSU Representative, CSU San Bernardino
xii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Kimberly Johnson, Non-Federally Recognized Representative, CSU San Bernardino

CSU San Diego

xiii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Jacob Alvarado Waipuk, CSU Representative, CSU San Diego

CSU San Marcos

xiv. Commissioners to consider the nomination of H. Paul Cuero Jr. , Federally Recognized Representative, CSU San Marcos

CSU San Francisco

xv.   Commissioners to consider the nomination of Sean Scruggs, Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU San Francisco
xvi.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Gregg Castro, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Representative, CSU San Francisco
xvii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Robert Collins, CSU Native American Studies Representative, CSU San Francisco

CSU San Luis Obispo

xviii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Eleanor Fishburn , Non-Federally Recognized Representative, CSU San Luis Obispo
xix.   Commissioners to consider the nomination of Terry Jones, CSU Representative, CSU San Luis Obispo

CSU Sonoma

xx. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Silvia Soto, CSU Native American Studies Representative, CSU Sonoma

CSU Stanislaus

xxi.  Commissioners to consider the nomination of Ted Atkins, Federally Recognized Representative, CSU Stanislaus
xxii. Commissioners to consider the nomination of Jennifer Ringberg, CSU Representative, CSU Stanislaus

8. Review Most Likely Descendant Determination – American River Common Features Project (Chairman John L. Williams, United Auburn Indian Community) (UAIC – Request for Clarification, UAIC – Agenda Item Request, and UAIC – Prepared Testimony)

9. NAHC Subcommittees (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

A. Commissioners to consider Subcommittee reassignments.

i. Most Likely Descendant (MLD) Subcommittee

B. Commissioners to consider additional Subcommittee assignments.

i.   Sacred Lands Inventory and Fee
ii.  CalNAGPRA Enforcement
iii. NAHC 2024 Draft Strategic Plan

CLOSED SESSION

10. Pending litigation: City of Corona v. Native American Heritage Commission, Superior Court of Riverside County, Case No. CV-RI-24-00445 (Government Code, § 11126(e)(1), (2)(A))

INFORMATIONAL

11. Update on Draft Regulations, (Michelle Carr, Chief Counsel)

A. Contact List
B. Most Likely Descendant(s)
C. CalNAGPRA Enforcement
D. Sacred Lands Inventory & Fee

12. Commissioner Reports

13. Executive Secretary’s Report, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Tuesday, October 15, 2024.  Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and read into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

* Any person who has a disability and requires accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the Native American Heritage Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov no later than five days prior to the meeting. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Public Special Meeting Notice and Agenda – September 05, 2024

PUBLIC SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA


CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Office Phone (916) 373-3710
Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: Pala Casino Spa & Resort
Sycamore Room
11154 CA-76
Pala, CA 92059
Thursday, September 05, 2024
9:00am to 1:00pm

Agenda items may be taken out of order.
Notices and Agendas for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings may be found at http://www.nahc.ca.gov.

All meeting materials will be provided at the meeting, NAHC Website – http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov.
Confidential materials are exempt.

                                             This meeting will be conducted via teleconference with remote attendance. Commissioners in excess of a quorum may participate remotely.

Please click the link below to join the meeting:
https://tkoworks.zoom.us/j/84519010407
To attend by telephone dial:
+1 669 900 6833
Enter the meeting ID: 845 1901 0407

Archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2024-09-05

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER – NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners and Staff
  4. Traditional Opening (Commissioner Wayne Nelson, Pala Band of Mission Indians, Tribal Member)

CLOSED SESSION

1. Pending litigation: City of Corona v. Native American Heritage Commission, Superior Court of Riverside County, Case No. CV-RI-24-00445 (Government Code, § 11126(e)(1), (2)(A).

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00 pm Tuesday, September 03, 2024. Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and entered into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

1:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 1:00 PM, whichever is first.

Any person who has a disability and requires accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact Native American Heritage Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov no later than five days prior to the meeting.

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – July 16, 2024

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Office Phone (916) 373-3710
Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location:
Graton Resort & Casino
630 Park Court
Room: Event G
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Tuesday, July 16, 2024
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

This meeting will be conducted via teleconference with remote attendance. Commissioners in excess of a quorum may participate remotely.

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Please click the link below to join the meeting:
https://tkoworks.zoom.us/j/84519010407
To attend by telephone dial:
+1 669 900 6833
Enter the meeting ID: 845 1901 0407

Archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2024-07-16

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER – NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION 

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners and Staff
  4. Traditional Opening – Melissa Elgin, Tribal Secretary, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria

ACTION

1. Approval of Meeting Minutes, (Reginald Pagaling, Chairman) 

  1. May 3, 2024, Open Session
  2. May 3, 2024, Closed Session

2. Calendar Dates for FY 2024-25 Public Commission Meetings (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

a. Commissioners to approve the following Commission Meeting dates:

  1. Friday, October 18, 2024, Sacramento, CA
  2. Friday, January 17, 2025, Santa Ynez, CA
  3. Friday, April 18, 2025, Location TBD
  4. Friday, July 18, 2025, Location TBD

3. CalNAGPRA CSU Systemwide/Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee Updates and Nominations, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Counsel)

  1. CSU CalNAGPRA NAHC Updates (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Counsel)
  2. CSU CalNAGPRA Chancellor’s Office Updates regarding AB 389 Compliance, including Systemwide Policy Development (Nathan Dietrich, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, Advocacy and State Relations, Office of the Chancellor, California State University)
    CSU Sacramento
  3. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Josef Fore, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Sacramento
  4. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Anthony Burris, CSU Member, CSU Sacramento
    CSU Dominguez Hills
  5. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Christina Conley, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Dominguez Hills
  6. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Lia Morgan Siewart, CSU Member, CSU Dominguez Hills
    CSU San Diego
  7. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Olivia Chilcote, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU San Diego
    CSU Bakersfield
  8. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Floyd Franco Jr., Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Bakersfield
  9. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Claudia Catota, CSU Member, CSU Bakersfield
  10. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Elizabeth Adams, CSU Member, CSU Bakersfield
    CSU Fresno
  11. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Joel Marvin, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Fresno
  12. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of William Barios, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Fresno
  13. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dvera Saxton, CSU Member, CSU Fresno
  14. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Cristina Gonzalez, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Fresno
    CSU Humbolt
  15. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kayla Begay, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Humbolt
    CSU Fullerton
  16. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dr. Steven R. James, CSU Member, CSU Fullerton
  17. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Brenda Bowser, CSU Member, CSU Fullerton
    CSU Los Angeles
  18. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Adam Loya, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Los Angeles
  19. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Sean Milanovich, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Los Angeles
    CSU Long Beach
  20. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kelly Leah Stewart, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Long Beach
    CSU San Francisco
  21. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Laverne Bill, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU San Francisco
    CSU Sonoma
  22. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Silvia Soto, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Sonoma
  23. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Thomas Whitley, CSU Member, CSU Sonoma
    CSU Chico
  24. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Shane Noel, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Chico
  25. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kyle McHenry, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Chico
  26. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Matthew Hatcher, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Chico
  27. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Amber Noel-Camacho, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  28. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Cole Morales, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  29. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dawn Rewolinski, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  30. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Ryan Pattan, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  31. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Stefani Baldivia, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  32. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Deserea Langley, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Chico
  33. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Rachel McBride-Praetorius, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Chico
    CSU Northridge
  34. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of John Cody Blunt, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Northridge
  35. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Jeffrey Reeder, CSU Member, CSU Northridge
    CSU San Jose
  36. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kerri J. Malloy, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU San Jose
    CSU Channel Islands
  37. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Edgar Perez, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Channel Islands
  38. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Alex Padilla, CSU Member, CSU Channel Islands
  39. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Jennie Luna, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Channel Islands

CLOSED SESSION

4. Pending litigation: City of Corona v. Native American Heritage Commission, Superior Court of Riverside County, Case No. CV-RI-24-00445 (Government Code, § 11126(e)(1), (2)(A)

INFORMATIONAL

5. Draft Contact List Regulations Update, (Michelle Carr, Chief Counsel) [Contact List and Mediation Regulations Updates]

6. Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution Mediation Regulations Update, (Michelle Carr, Chief Counsel)

7. Draft Most Likely Descendant(s) Process Regulations Update, (Michelle Carr, Chief Counsel)

8. Sacred Lands Inventory & Summaries Process Regulations Update, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

9. CalNAGPRA UC Systemwide/Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee Update, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Counsel)

10. Executive Secretary Report, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

11. Digital Atlas, 6-Month Commission Update, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

12. Draft 2024-2029 Strategic Plan Update, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

13. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Friday July 12, 2024.  Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and entered into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

* Any person who has a disability and requires accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the Native American Heritage Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov no later than five days prior to the meeting. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – May 3, 2024

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Office Phone (916) 373-3710
Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location:
Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
32-250 Bob Hope Drive
Room: Cahuilla
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Friday, May 3, 2024
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Live video streaming and archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2024-05-03. 

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

10:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners and Staff
  4. Host Tribe Welcome, Chairman Reid Milanovich, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
  5. Traditional Opening

ACTION

1. Approval of Meeting Minutes, (Chairman Pagaling) 

  1. January 19, 2024, Open Session
  2. March 22, 2024, Open Session
  3. March 22, 2024, Closed Session

2. July 19, 2024, NAHC Public Meeting Schedule and Location Changes, (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

  1. Commissioners to Consider Alternative Meeting Date
  2. Commissioners to Consider Alternative Meeting Location

3. CalNAGPRA CSU Systemwide/Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee Updates and Nominations, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Attorney)

  1. CSU CalNAGPRA NAHC Updates (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Attorney)
  2. CSU CalNAGPRA Chancellor’s Office Updates regarding AB 389 Compliance, including Systemwide Policy Development (Nathan Dietrich, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, Advocacy and State Relations, Office of the Chancellor, California State University)
    CSU Sacramento
  3. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Steven Hutchason, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Sacramento
  4. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Rose Soza War Soldier, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Sacramento
  5. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Jacob Fisher, CSU Member, CSU Sacramento
    CSU San Diego
  6. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Bernice Paipa, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU San Diego
  7. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Cheryl Madrigal, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU San Diego
  8. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Myra Masiel Zamora, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU San Diego
    CSU Bakersfield
  9. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Floyd Franco Jr., Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Bakersfield
  10. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Claudia Catota, CSU Member, CSU Bakersfield
  11. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Elizabeth Adams, CSU Member, CSU Bakersfield
    CSU Fresno
  12. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Joel Marvin, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Fresno
    CSU Fullerton
  13. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Sam Dunlap, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Fullerton
  14. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Adam Loya, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Fullerton
  15. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Steven R. James, CSU Member, CSU Fullerton
  16. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Brenda Bowser, CSU Member, CSU Fullerton
    CSU Los Angeles
  17. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Edgar Perez, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Los Angeles
    CSU Long Beach
  18. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Roman Dominguez, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Long Beach
  19. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Valkyrie Houston, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Long Beach
  20. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kelly Leah Stewart, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Long Beach
    CSU Pomona
  21. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dee Dee Manzanares, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Pomona
  22. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of John Cody Blunt, Non-Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Pomona
  23. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Sandy Kewanhaptewa-Dixon, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Pomona
  24. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Claudia Garcia-Des Lauriers, CSU Member, CSU Pomona
    CSU San Francisco
  25. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Laverne Bill, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU San Francisco
    CSU Sonoma
  26. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Lorelle Ross, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Sonoma
  27. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Paul Steward, Federally Recognized Tribal Member, CSU Sonoma
  28. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Silvia Soto, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Sonoma
  29. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Doshia Dodd, CSU Member, CSU Sonoma
    CSU Chico
  30. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Amber Noel-Camacho, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  31. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Cole Morales, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  32. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dawn Rewolinski, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  33. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Ryan Pattan, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  34. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Stefani Baldivia, CSU Member, CSU Chico
  35. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Deserea Langley, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Chico
    CSU Northridge
  36. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Jeffrey Reeder, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU Northridge
    CSU San Jose
  37. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Kerri J. Malloy, CSU Native American Studies Member, CSU San Jose

CLOSED SESSION

4. Pending litigation: City of Corona v. Native American Heritage Commission, Superior Court of Riverside County, Case No. CV-RI-24-00445 (Government Code, § 11126(e)(1), (2)(A)

INFORMATIONAL

5. Draft Contact List Regulations Update, (Michelle Carr, Chief Legal) [Contact List and Mediation Regulations Updates]

6. Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution Mediation Regulations Update, (Michelle Carr, Chief Legal)

7. Executive Secretary Report, (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

8. CalNAGPRA UC Systemwide/Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee Update, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Staff Attorney)

9.  Digital Atlas, 6-Month Commission Update, (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

10. Draft 2024-2029 Strategic Plan Update, (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

11. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Tuesday, April 30, 2024.  Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and read into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

* Any person who has a disability and requires accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the Native American Heritage Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov no later than five days prior to the meeting. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Public Special Meeting Notice and Agenda – March 22, 2024

PUBLIC SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION
Office Phone (916) 373-3710
Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: Pala Casino Spa & Resort
Sycamore Room
11154 CA-76
Pala, CA 92059
Friday, March 22, 2024
12:00pm to 3:00pm

This meeting will be conducted via teleconference with remote attendance. Commissioners in excess of a quorum may participate remotely.

Agenda items may be taken out of order.
Notices and Agendas for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings may be found at http://www.nahc.ca.gov.

All meeting materials will be provided at the meeting, NAHC Website – http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov.
Confidential materials are exempt.

Please click the link below to join the meeting:
https://tkoworks.zoom.us/j/84519010407
To attend by telephone dial:
+1 669 900 6833
Enter the meeting ID: 845 1901 0407

AGENDA

12:00 PM — CALL TO ORDER – NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

  • Welcome
  • Roll Call
  • Introduction of Commissioners,
  • Traditional Opening (Wayne Nelson, Commissioner)

INFORMATIONAL

1. New NAHC Commissioner to take the Ceremonial Oath of Office (Reginald Pagaling, Chairman)

  1. Bennae Calac, Pauma-Yuima Band of Luiseño Indians

CLOSED SESSION

2. Pending litigation: City of Corona v. Native American Heritage Commission, Superior Court of Riverside County, Case No. CV-RI-24-00445 (Government Code, § 11126(e)(1), (2)(A).

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00 pm Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and entered into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

3:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 3:00 PM, whichever is first.

Any person who has a disability and requires accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact Native American Heritage Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov no later than five days prior to the meeting.

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – January 19, 2024

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

Office Phone (916) 373-3710

Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: EEC Auditorium

1500 Capitol Avenue

Sacramento, CA 95814

Friday, January 19, 2024

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Live video streaming and archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2024-01-19

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER

  • Welcome
  • Roll Call
  • Introduction of Commissioners, Staff, and Attorney General’s Representative
  • Traditional Opening (Sara Dutschke, Tribal Chairwoman, Ione Band of Miwok Indians, Native American Heritage Commission Secretary)

ACTION

1. Approval of Meeting Minutes

  1. October 20, 2023 – Open Session
  2. October 20, 2023 – Closed Session
  3. November 21, 2023 – Open Session
  4. November 21, 2023 – Closed Session

2. Draft Contact List Regulations (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Buffy McQuillen, Wayne Nelson, Contact List Sub-Committee) 

  1. Update on the progress of the Tribal Comment & Consultation Period for the Proposed Draft Contact List Regulations used to identify California Native American Tribes for various statutory purposes. [Contact List Listening Session Dates] [CCST letter to NAHC requesting extension for Contact List comments]
  2. Commissioners to consider tribal request to extend the 90-day Tribal Comment & Consultation Period beyond February 02, 2024.
  3. Commissioners to consider second round of Tribal Comment & Consultation after all comments received from the initial 90-Day Tribal Comment & Consultation Period are considered and Draft Proposed changes are incorporated into the revised Proposed Draft Contact List Regulations.

3. Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations (Michelle Carr, NAHC Chief Legal, Reggie Pagaling, Sara Dutschke, Mediation Sub-Committee)

  1. Update on status of Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations required by Health & Safety Code § 8016 to resolve repatriation disputes.
  2. Commissioners to consider recirculating the Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations out to Tribes for a Second Round of Tribal Comment & Consultation for either a 30, 45, 60, or 90-day Period. [Proposed Mediation Regulations Final Draft]

4. Calendar Dates and Locations for the following Public Commission Meetings Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

  1. Commissioners to approve the following Commission Dates & Meeting Locations:
    • Friday, April 19, 2024 – Location TBD
    • Friday, July 19, 2024 – Location TBD

5. Commission Sub-Committee Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

  1. Commissioners to consider filling Sub-Committee vacancies.
    • Most Likely Descendant Regulations Sub-Committee (Commissioner Bojorquez, vacant).

6. CalNAGPRA UC Systemwide / Campus Repatriation and Oversight Committee Nominations Update (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney) [Outreach and Vacancies Memo]

  1. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Dr. Brittani Orona to the UC Systemwide Committee as a UC Member (Voting Position) (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney, Chairman Pagaling, Commissioner Rodriguez, UC/CSU Systemwide / Campus Sub-Committee) [Dr. Orona]
  2. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Joyce Stanfield Perry as a replacement for any upcoming (Non-Federally Recognized) Tribal Member Vacancy on the UC Systemwide Committee (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney, Chairman Pagaling, Commissioner Rodriguez, UC/CSU Systemwide / Campus Sub-Committee) [Joyce Perry]
  3. Commissioners to consider the provisional Nomination of Dustin Murray to the UC Berkeley Campus Committee as a Tribal Member (Federally Recognized) Voting Position (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney, Chairman Pagaling, Commissioner Rodriguez, UC/CSU Systemwide / Campus Sub-Committee) [Dustin Murray]
  4. Commissioners to consider the Nomination of Larissa Nez to the UC Systemwide Committee as a UC Berkeley (Non-Voting) Member (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney, Chairman Pagaling, Commissioner Rodriguez, UC/CSU Systemwide / Campus Sub-Committee) [Larissa Nez]

INFORMATIONAL

7. California State University (CSU) CalNAGPRA Compliance Update (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney)

  1. CSU Chancellor’s Office Representative Guest Speaker (Nathan Dietrich, CSU Assistant Vice Chancellor for Advocacy and State Relations)
    • Nathan Dietrich to address Commissioners on CalNAGPRA Compliance and progress.
  2. Update on AB 389 and its statutory requirements for the NAHC related to CSU repatriation (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney). [AB 389]
  3. Update on NAHC / CSU Systemwide & Campus CalNAGPRA Repatriation and Oversight Committee outreach and timelines for Nominations (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney). [CSU Outreach Timelines]
  4. Update on 2023 Audit Report findings for the CSU non-compliance of CalNAGPRA (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney). [Audit Summary]

8. Update on the recently amended NAGPRA Regulations (Michelle Carr, NAHC Chief Legal) [Federal NAGPRA Regulations]

9. Executive Secretary Report (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Executive Secretary Report]

10. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Thursday, January 18, 2024.  Comments received after this time will not be accepted. All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address. Written comments will be acknowledged and read into the record.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

*The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – October 20, 2023

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

Office Phone (916) 373-3710

Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: Pala Casino Spa & Resort

Sycamore Room

11154 CA-76

Pala, CA 92059

Friday, October 20, 2023

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Live video streaming and archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2023-10-20

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER

  • Welcome
  • Roll Call
  • Introduction of Commissioners, Staff, and Attorney General’s Representative
  • Tribal Host Welcome, Chairman Robert Smith, Pala Band of Mission Indians
  • Traditional Opening (Wayne Nelson, Commissioner)

ACTION

1. New NAHC Commissioners to take the Ceremonial Oath of Office (Reginald Pagaling, Chairman)

  1. Reid Milanovich, Chairman, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
  2. Laurena Bolden, Tribal Councilmember, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

2. Approval of Meeting Minutes

  1. July 14, 2023, Open Session

3. Commission Sub-Committee Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Sub-Committee Update Memo]

  1. Commissioners to consider filling Sub-Committee vacancies.
    • UC / CSU NAGPRA Policy Sub-Committee vacancies (Commissioner Rodriguez, Chairman Pagaling, TEMPORARY 7-14, 2023)
  2. Commissioners to consider the creation of New Sub-Committees and Appointments to Vacancies.
    • Sacred Lands Inventory & Fee Regulations Sub-Committee
    • Cal NAGPRA Enforcement Regulations Sub-Committee

4. Draft Contact List Regulations (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney) [Bagley Keene Act Impacts to Contact List Memo]

  1. Update on status of Draft Contact List Regulations. [Proposed Draft Contact List Regulations]
  2. Outline Process for receiving Tribal Comments and Consultation on Draft Regulations.
  3. Commissioners to consider adopting Draft Contact List Regulations for proposed Tribal Comment & Consultation Period.

5. UC Systemwide / Campus Committee Nominations Update (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney)

  1. Update on UC Systemwide / Campus Committee Vacancies (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney) [Oversight Committee Vacancies Memo]
  2. Commissioners to consider approving the NAHC Draft UC/CSU Systemwide / Campus Committee Nomination Process (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney) [Committee Nomination Process Memo]

6. Digital Atlas Commission Directives (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Digital Atlas Memo]

  1. Update Commissioners on Relocation and Modification Options for the Digital Atlas
  2. Commissioners to consider which Agency Website location should host and maintain the Digital Atlas currently on the NAHC Website.
  3. Commissioners to consider adopting revised Disclaimer Language on Digital Atlas Pages.

7. Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations (Mario Pallari, NAHC Attorney, Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

  1. Update on status of Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations.
  2. Outline Formal Rulemaking Process Timeline for Draft Regulations.
  3. Commissioners to consider approving Draft CalNAGPRA Dispute Resolution / Mediation Regulations to initiate the formal APA Rulemaking Process

8. Calendar Dates and Locations for FY 2023-24 Public Commission Meetings Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)

  1. Commissioners to approve the following Commission Meeting Locations:
    • Friday, January 19, 2024: Sacramento, CA
    • Friday, April 19, 2024: Location TBD
    • Friday, July 19, 2024: Location TBD

CLOSED SESSION

9. City of Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3 Project, Risk of Litigation (Government Code, § 11126(e)(2)(B)(i). (Mario Pallari, NAHC Legal Counsel)1

[Coyle Packet]

ACTION

10. City of Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3 Project (Mario Pallari, NAHC Legal Counsel)2

  1. Commissioners to consider drafting a Letter to the City of Corona
  2. Commissioners to review Mediation procedure and framework for all disputes arising under Pub. Res. Code, § 5097.94 (k) [Mediation Framework Memo]
  3. Commissioners to consider the potential for designating the Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3, Project location a Native American sanctified cemetery and burial ground.

INFORMATIONAL

11. 2023-2027 Strategic Plan Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Strategic Plan Survey Results]

  1. Review Summary of Goals & Objectives outlined in the 2018-2022 Strategic Plan. [2018-2022 NAHC Strategic Plan Objectives Memo]
  2. Discuss next steps for 2024-2029 Ongoing Strategic Plan [Strategic Plan Next Steps Memo]

12. Executive Secretary Report (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Executive Secretary Report]

13. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Thursday, October 19, 2023, to be read into the record.  All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

_________________________

[1] City of Corona, lead agency, CEQA project: https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2020060417/2 where Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 5097.98 is also applicable.

[2] City of Corona, lead agency, CEQA project: https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2020060417/2 where Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 5097.98 is also applicable.

*The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Rescheduled Quarterly Meeting: Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – July 14, 2023

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

Office Phone (916) 373-3710

Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: CNRA Auditorium

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Friday, July 14, 2023

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Notices, Agendas, and supporting documents for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings will be provided at the event and may also be accessed at http://www.nahc.ca.gov or by written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Confidential materials exempt.

Live video streaming and archived video of this Commission Meeting may be accessed at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2023-07-14.

The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov.

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

AGENDA

9:00 AM — CALL TO ORDER

  • Welcome
  • Roll Call
  • Introduction of Commissioners, Staff, and Attorney General’s Representative
  • Traditional Opening

ACTION

  1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
    1. January 19, 2023, Open Session
    2. January 20, 2022, Open Session
    3. May 5, 2023, Open Session
  2. City of Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3 Project (Mario Pallari, NAHC Legal Counsel)1
    1. Update on City of Corona’s progress, Most Likely Descendant (MLD) recommendations, and tribal concerns
    2. Discuss and consider Commission recommendations to landowner, City of Corona, concerning compliance with Most Likely Descendant (MLD) Statute (Pub. Res. Code, § 5097.98)
      • Commissioners to consider drafting a Letter to the City of Corona
      • Appointment of Commissioner Buffy McQuillen as Lead Commissioner for this matter
      • Commissioners to consider offering Mediation to all parties pursuant to Pub. Res. Code, § 5097.94 (k)
      • Commissioners to consider the potential for designating the Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3, Project location a Native American sanctified cemetery and burial ground
  3. Calendar Dates for FY 2023-24 Public Commission Meetings (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    1. Commissioners to approve the following Commission Meeting dates:
      • Friday, October 20, 2023, Location TBD
      • Friday, January 19, 2024, Location TBD
      • Friday, April 19, 2024, Location TBD
      • Friday, July 19, 2024, Location TBD
  4. Draft Contact List Regulations Update (Raymond C Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    1. Commissioners to consider duration of Formal Tribal Comment & Consultation Period for the eventual release of these Draft Regulations
  5. Commission Sub-Committee Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)[List of NAHC Subcommittees]
    1. Commissioners to consider filing Sub-Committee vacancies
      • Most Likely Descendant Regulations Sub-Committee (Commissioner Bojorquez, vacant)
      • UC NAGPRA Policy Sub-Committee vacancies (Commissioner Rodriguez, vacant)
    2. Commissioners to consider changes to existing Sub-Committee assignments
      • Contact List Regulations (Commissioner McQuillen, Commissioner Nelson)
      • UC Systemwide/Campus Committee Nominations Sub-Committee (Chairman Pagaling, Commissioner Rodriguez)
      • CalNAGPRA Regulations Sub-Committee, (Secretary Dutschke, Chairman Pagaling)
      • CalNAGPRA Mediation Regulations Sub-Committee (Secretary Dutschke, Chairman Pagaling)
    3. Commissioners to consider additional Sub-Committee assignments
      • Sacred Lands File Regulations Sub-Committee
      • NAHC Strategic Plan Sub-Committee
      • NAHC Budget and Contracts Sub-Committee
  6. Commissioner Officer Elections (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    1. Commissioners to elect Officer positions for the following positions:
      • Chairperson
      • Vice Chairperson
      • Secretary

INFORMATIONAL

  1. Digital Atlas (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    1. Update Commissioners on relocation and modification options for the Digital Atlas
  2. 2023-2027 Strategic Plan Update (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    1. Review Summary of 2018-2023 Strategic Plan
  3. Executive Secretary Report, (Raymond Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Executive Secretary Report]
  4. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Thursday, July 13, 2023, to be read into the record.  All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 PM — ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

_________________________

[1] City of Corona, lead agency, CEQA project: https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2020060417/2 where Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 5097.98 is also applicable.

*The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Rescheduled Quarterly Meeting: Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – May 5, 2023

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

Office Phone (916) 373-3710

Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: EEC Auditorium

1500 Capitol Avenue

Sacramento, CA 95814

Friday, May 5, 2023

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

Notices and Agendas for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings may be found at https://nahc.ca.gov.

All meeting materials will be provided at the meeting, NAHC Website – https://nahc.ca.gov or written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov.

Confidential materials are exempt.

Live audio streaming and archived audio of this Commission Meeting may be heard at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2023-05-05/

AGENDA

9:00 am                 CALL TO ORDER – NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners, Staff, and Attorney General’s Representative
  4. Traditional Opening

ACTION

  1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
    a. January 19, 2023, Open Session
    b. January 20, 2022, Open Session
  1. NAHC Draft Contact List Regulations, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Commissioners Buffy McQuillen & Wayne Nelson)[1]
    a. Update on Status of Draft Regulations
    b. Discuss and consider Tribal Consultation process, including the Schedule, Regional Meetings (In-Person, Virtual, and Webinar), and Location(s) for consultation on the Draft Contact List Regulations.
  1. Digital Atlas, (Raymond C Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    a. Use and purpose of the Digital Atlas.
    b. Commission discussion and determination as to whether the State Digital Atlas shall remain on the NAHC website.
  1. State Measure AB 389 (Ramos): Public resources: Native American Heritage Commission: human remains notifications: tribal contact list: public records: open meetings. (Laura Miranda, NAHC Chairwoman) [AB 389 Bill Text Amended 5-1]
    a. Discuss and Consider Commission Letter to Assemblymember James Ramos regarding State Measure AB 389. [Final Proposed Draft NAHC Letter]
  1. City of Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3 Project, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)[2]
    a. Update on City of Corona’s progress addressing NAHC 2/14/2023 letter, Most Likely Descendant (MLD) recommendations, and tribal concerns.
    b. Discuss and consider Commission recommendations to landowner, City of Corona, concerning compliance with Most Likely Descendant (MLD) Statute (Pub. Res. Code, § 5097.98). [Letter from City of Corona to Pechanga and Soboba]
    [Courtney Coyle Written Testimony]
    [Public Comment: Kara Grant]
    [Public Comment: Aurelia Torres]
  1. 2023-2027 Strategic Plan (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Laura Miranda, NAHC Chairwoman) [2018-2022 Strategic Plan]
    a. Update on the progress of Tribal Consultation
    b. Update on Strategic Plan Survey
    c. Approve Resolution containing Commission Decisions, Directives and Timelines on the Strategic Plan as discussed by Commissioners at the NAHC Public Meeting held on January 19, 2023 (Chairwoman Miranda) [Draft NAHC Resolution #2023-01] [NAHC 3780 Governor’s Budget]
    d. Review and Consider approval of Amended NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy and Draft Tribal Confidentiality Report (Chairwoman Miranda) [Chairwoman Notes for Current NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy] [Current NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy]

INFORMATIONAL

  1. East Bay Hills Website, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Legal Counsel)
    a. Update on NAHC letter to remove sacred sites from their website.
  1. Executive Secretary Report, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Executive Secretary Report]
  1. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Thursday, May 4, 2023, to be read into the record.  All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 pm                 ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

_________________________

[1] The contact list originally established pursuant to SB 18 (Section 65352.3 of the Government Code), and also included in CEQA (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §21074) and CalNAGPRA (Cal. H&S §8012(c)), among other State statutes.

[2] City of Corona, lead agency, CEQA project: https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2020060417/2 where Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 5097.98 is also applicable.

*The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC

Urgent Announcement: April 21, 2023 Public Meeting Cancelled

Due to unforeseen circumstances , the Native American Heritage Commission Quarterly Public Meeting scheduled for Friday, April 21, 2023, 9:00 am-4:00 pm in Sacramento will be cancelled due to lack of Quorum (5-members needed) to hold a Public Meeting and conduct business per the Bagley-Keene Act rules. We wish our Commissioners speedy recovery and safe travels to be present for the (April) Quarterly Heritage Commission Meeting to be rescheduled in the coming weeks. We thank you for your understanding and patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact the Heritage Commission.

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda – April 21, 2023: Cancelled

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA

CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

Office Phone (916) 373-3710

Email: nahc@nahc.ca.gov

 Location: EEC Auditorium

1500 Capitol Avenue

Sacramento, CA 95814

Friday, April 21, 2023

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Agenda items may be taken out of order.

Notices and Agendas for Native American Heritage Commission Meetings and Public Hearings may be found at https://nahc.ca.gov.

All meeting materials will be provided at the meeting, NAHC Website – https://nahc.ca.gov or written request to nahc@nahc.ca.gov.

Confidential materials are exempt.

Live audio streaming and archived audio of this Commission Meeting may be heard at https://videobookcase.org/nahc/2023-04-21/

AGENDA

9:00 am                 CALL TO ORDER – NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

  1. Welcome
  2. Roll Call
  3. Introduction of Commissioners, Staff, and Attorney General’s Representative
  4. Traditional Opening

ACTION

  1. Approval of Meeting Minutes
    a. January 19, 2023, Open Session
    b. January 20, 2022, Open Session
  1. NAHC Draft Contact List Regulations, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Commissioners Buffy McQuillen & Wayne Nelson)[1]
    a. Update on Status of Draft Regulations
    b. Discuss and consider Tribal Consultation process, including the Schedule, Regional Meetings (In-Person, Virtual, and Webinar), and Location(s) for consultation on the Draft Contact List Regulations.
  1. Digital Atlas, (Raymond C Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)
    a. Use and purpose of the Digital Atlas.
    b. Commission discussion and determination as to whether the State Digital Atlas shall remain on the NAHC website.
  1. State Measure AB 389 (Ramos): Public resources: Native American Heritage Commission: human remains notifications: tribal contact list: public records: open meetings. (Laura Miranda, NAHC Chairwoman) [AB 389]
    a. Discuss and Consider Commission Letter to Assemblymember James Ramos regarding State Measure AB 389. [Final Proposed Draft NAHC Letter]
  1. City of Corona WRF Lift Station No. 3 Project, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary)[2]
    a. Update on City of Corona’s progress addressing NAHC 2/14/2023 letter, Most Likely Descendant (MLD) recommendations, and tribal concerns.
    b. Discuss and consider Commission recommendations to landowner, City of Corona, concerning compliance with Most Likely Descendant (MLD) Statute (Pub. Res. Code, § 5097.98).
  1. 2023-2027 Strategic Plan (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary, Laura Miranda, NAHC Chairwoman) [Strategic Plan]
    a. Update on the progress of Tribal Consultation
    b. Update on Strategic Plan Survey
    c. Approve Resolution containing Commission Decisions, Directives and Timelines on the Strategic Plan as discussed by Commissioners at the NAHC Public Meeting held on January 19, 2023 (Chairwoman Miranda) [Budget] [Draft NAHC Resolution]
    d. Review and Consider approval of Amended NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy and Draft Tribal Confidentiality Report (Chairwoman Miranda) [Chairwoman Miranda Notes for NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy] [NAHC Tribal Consultation Policy]

INFORMATIONAL

  1. East Bay Hills Website, (Mario Pallari, NAHC Legal Counsel)
    a. Update on NAHC letter to remove sacred sites from their website.
  1. Executive Secretary Report, (Raymond C. Hitchcock, Executive Secretary) [Executive Secretary Report]
  1. Commissioner Reports

PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to 3 minutes for each speaker, unless otherwise determined by the Commission.

Please email any public comments to nahc@nahc.ca.gov by 4:00PM Thursday, April 20, 2023, to be read into the record.  All submissions should include “Public Comment” in the subject line, your name, who you represent, and the subject you wish to address.

The public may comment on any item on the agenda before action is taken on the item.

4:00 pm                 ADJOURNMENT – At the end of Public Comment or 4:00 PM, whichever is first.

_________________________

[1] The contact list originally established pursuant to SB 18 (Section 65352.3 of the Government Code), and also included in CEQA (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §21074) and CalNAGPRA (Cal. H&S §8012(c)), among other State statutes.

[2] City of Corona, lead agency, CEQA project: https://ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2020060417/2 where Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 5097.98 is also applicable.

*The Native American Heritage Commission complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need additional information or assistance, please contact the Commission at (916) 373-3710 or via email at nahc@nahc.ca.gov. Our website address is: www.nahc.ca.gov. Follow us on Twitter: @CA_NAHC