(Please reference the previous announcement from LEKT Council Chairwoman Frances G. Charles – Public Health Emergency Declaration due to COVID-19 Threat – https://www.elwha.org/2020/03/public-health-emergency-declaration-due-to-threat-of-the-corona-virus-covid-19 ) TRIBAL PROGRAM INFORMATION Closed to the public: Elwha River Casino Heritage Center Carnegie Hall Elwha Shuttle/Transit Recreation Department Education Department Library Department/Computer Lab Language/Culture Department Archaeological/Cultural Resources Limited Closure: Social Services Tribal Courts Open to Public: Health Department: Clinic Dental KCS Mental Health Law and Order Emergency Management C-Store: Food & Fuel Cedar Box Food Truck Working but closed to public: Business Council Executive Offices Executive Director Tribal Operations Officer Executive Admin Assistant Chief …READ MORE
Category: Announcements
Public Health Emergency Declaration due to Threat of the Corona Virus COVID-19
As the Tribal Chairwoman of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, I am enacting an Emergency Declaration in accordance with the inherent sovereign authority of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. By that authority, I am implementing the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (March 2013) and the assignment of responsibilities as outlined in the Emergency Management Plan. This declaration will be in effect until the next regularly scheduled Business Committee meeting on March 23, 2020, or until ratified by the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Business Committee at a special meeting, whichever event is sooner to occur. Upon ratification by the Business Committee, this …READ MORE
3/13/2020 LEKT COVID-19 Community Update
As of 5pm on 3/12/20 there were no confirmed cases in Clallam County of COVID-19. To get current information from LEKT about COVID-19 and its impacts, please call 360-452-8471 and press 9. Threat Level- Low (Cases Identified in Washington State) WE ARE HERE ON 3/12/2020 Appoint a Public Information Officer- Keri Ellis, appointed Investigate process to declare “State of Emergency” to allow Federal Resources- Legal & Emergency Management Coordinate with EOC and IHS for medical supplies. Emergency Management, LEHD Community Health Fill pharmacy orders to a 90-day level whenever possible. LEHD Providers Medical transports through LEHD reviewed for critical need and …READ MORE
3/10/2020 COVID-19 (coronavirus) Update
As of 11 am this morning (3/10/2020) there are still no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Clallam County. The School District Potlatch is postponed indefinitely for the health/safety of the community. Inter-Tribal Song and Dance Group has been cancelled for this month by Jamestown Risk to Individuals The people who are at higher risk and may consider staying home when possible: People who have chronic diseases Pregnant women Advanced age (Centers for Disease Control: Older adults and people who have severe chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease seem to be at higher risk for more serious COVID-19 …READ MORE
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) LEKT Notice
On 3/2/2020, LEKT called together key individuals to strategize for potential coronavirus impact. There were 26 attendees from various LEKT departments. PURPOSE: Update departments on COVID-19 current status. Strategize LEKT service delivery. Identify a workgroup of LEKT professionals, solidifying preparation work in favor of reactionary efforts. LEKT SOURCES FOR INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Washington State Department of Health (WA DOH), Clallam County DOH, Lower Elwha Health Department (LEHD) SYMPTOMS: COVID-19 symptoms are similar to flu/cold, varying in severity, with the most common being fever, dry cough, and shortness of breath. Most patients who have COVID-19 do …READ MORE
2nd Annual Sobriety Jam
Please join us to celebrate recovery, eat some good food, sing and dance the night away as we honor those walking the Red Road. Dinner starts at 5:00 PM on February 1st, 2020 at the Lower Elwha Tribal Gym. Jam to follow dinner. Sponsored by: Healthy Transitions, 360.565.7257 and Klallam Counseling Services, 360.456.4432 Directions 2nd Annual Sobriety Jam (PDF)
2019 and Future Transportation Improvement Projects
2019 Transportation Improvement Projects. Eagle Bluff Path Stratton Road Transit Stop Transportation Improvement Plan – 2020-2023. Below you will find the transportation improvement projects planned for completion during the next four years. Your feedback is welcome and appreciated. If there are projects that you would like to see included, contact Marilyn Edgington 360-452-8471* 7444 or stop by the Natural Resources Office at 760 Stratton Rd. Repair, Upgrade and Install New Street Lights John Mike Rd NS’Klallam Drive Ranger Road Snowcaps Lane Lower Elwha Rd Stratton Rd, Charles Rd Sampson Rd Tower Housing Mimwheeten/ Hupt Lane Construct pedestrian path South side …READ MORE
January 2020 Upcoming Community Events
Shaker Church, Church Weekend (Veteran’s Ctr., 247 Ns’KIaIIam Dr.) January 17 & 18, Dinner at 5pm, shake to follow January 19, Sunday Service at 10am Shaker Church, Indian Taco Sale (161 Ns’Klallam Dr.) To order call 360-670-6780 January 21, from 11am to 3pm $10/taco, $3/frybread Delivery is available, payroll deductions available for LEKT employees LEKT Song & Dance Group (Tribal Center Dining Hall) Regular Practice, on Tuesdays, January 14th, 21st, & 28th 4:30pm Intertribal Klallam Practice Friday, January 31st in PGST Wisdom Warriors Core Classes begin (LEKT Housing Conf. Rm.) Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm, from January 15th thru February …READ MORE
Lower Elwha Youth-Elder Crafts
Youth-Elder Crafts When: Thursday January 9th & 23rd, 2020 – 3:00 to 5:00 pm Where: Lower Elwha Tribal Center, Elders Lounge Come enjoy conversation, beading, other crafts, and refreshments in a relaxing gathering for youth and Elders. Bring your own project or begin a new one with supplies provided! Directions Youth-Elder Crafts (PDF) ———– This event is co-sponsored by Lower Elwha Family Advocacy Program, Lower Elwha Elders Program, and Lower Elwha Tribal Opioid Response Initiative. For more info contact Beatriz Arakawa, 360.460.1745 or Leona McKinnon 360.406.1572
LEKT CEDS Plan 2018-2022
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe 2018-2022 The vision of The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe’s 2018-2022 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy is to provide leadership and opportunity for Tribal members to live a legacy of economic, environmental, and cultural sustainability. The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe was awarded funding through the Department of Commerce to develop a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan for regional economic development. The CEDS plan is designed to help us frame our current conditions in contrast to the regional economic conditions, analyze areas of strength, weakness, opportunity, or threat (the SWOT Analysis), …READ MORE