Ponca Tribal Office of Environmental Management

06/11/2021

Did you know open dumping is the disposal of solid waste at any location other than a DEQ permitted facility? Open dumping is a violation in nearly all circumstances, so please remember to properly dispose of solid waste during your spring cleaning!

For more information on open dumping and its effects on our environment, please see our fact sheet:
https://www.deq.ok.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/OpenDumping_12-2020.pdf

06/09/2021

06/09/2021

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1907821416052156&id=1167393556761616

A Formal Resolution was passed Rescinding the State of Emergency in Ponca Jurisdiction related to the Coronavirus (COVID 19 Pandemic) allowing a return to normalcy with mask recommendations and CDC guidlines to be followed. Mass gatherings are allowed and all buildings will be opened within the tribe. Working from home is not allowed and workers must be onsite. Other directives, restrictions, or any related pandemic orders are now revoked. Effective June 1, 2021

A unanimous vote of all 7 Ponca Business Committee members was rendered on Thursday, May 27, 2021.

06/02/2021

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court unanimously ruled Tuesday in favor of tribes in a case about the authority of tribal law enforcement in situations where non-Indigenous people may pose a threat to the health and welfare of the tribe.

05/27/2021

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05/14/2021

It's always a good idea to know the rights the government has afforded us as indigenous to these soils...Title 25 is one of the laws that pertain to us. Scan through the contents, save this, and keep it in mind.

"[Title 25 CFR I]
[Code of Federal Regulations (annual edition) - April 1, 2004 Edition]
[Title 25 - INDIANS]
[Chapter I - BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR]"