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TCC Applauds the Biden-Harris Administration’s Decision for a No Action Alternative on the Ambler Road Project

The Biden Administration announced today that after a thorough environmental analysis, it is recommending a “No Action” alternative regarding the Ambler Road Project. Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) believes this is not only the right decision but a meaningful step in honoring our Tribes’ relationships with the land, animals and water, recognizing tribal stewardship, and respecting the rightful place of Indigenous …

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Interior Tribes Oppose State’s Decision to Introduce Wood Bison in the Lower Tanana

Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is disappointed that the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) has decided to move forward with the release of Wood Bison in the Minto Flats State Game Refuge despite direct opposition from Tribal leadership in nearby villages that would be impacted. While recognizing the importance of wildlife management initiatives, TCC has urged careful consideration and …

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Tanana Chiefs Conference Veterans Liaison

TCC’s New Veterans Liaison We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) family, Rhonda Lohrke, our dedicated Veterans Liaison. As our Veterans Liaison, Rhonda is here to provide personalized assistance to veterans navigating the complex landscape of benefits and services. Whether you’re seeking guidance on applying for Veterans Affairs (VA) health care, understanding eligibility …

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Tanana Chiefs Conference Awarded $26 Million to Expand Solar Power in 8 Villages

The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) $26 million in clean energy funding for further expansion of solar power and battery systems in eight Tribal communities. Over the next 5 years, Nulato, Huslia, Minto, Kaltag, Grayling, Anvik, Shageluk, and Holy Cross will all receive large solar and …

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Yukon River Agreement Proposed by Alaska & Canada

By Gale K. Vick, Fairbanks Fish & Game Advisory Committee Member At the January 2024 meeting of the Yukon River Panel in Whitehorse, Canada, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) unveiled a draft “agreement” that, among other issues, is calling for a seven year stand down of any Chinook …

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TCC Joins Call to Secretary Haaland for the Conservation of 29 million Acres in Alaska

On December 22nd, 2023, three prominent tribal consortia organizations representing 118 federally-recognized Tribes released a joint letter addressed to Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland. The letter comes in response to the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) recently released ANCSA 17 D-1 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The letter requests Secretary Haaland to retain all protections of the 28 million acres …

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Nenana’s Eva Burk Appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council’s Advisory Panel

Eva Burk, a Dene’ Athabascan from Nenana and Manley Hot Springs, has been appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council’s (NPFMC) Advisory Panel for a three-year term. The appointment comes amid alarmingly low salmon returns in Western Alaska, and increasing calls for Tribes to have a stronger voice in the way fisheries are managed. Burk comes equipped. Before her …

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Chief Trimble Gilbert Receives National Honor

First Traditional Chief Dr. Rev. Trimble Gilbert of Arctic Village was honored on January 5th as one of the 10 recipients of the National Heritage Fellowship by the National Endowment for the Arts. This fellowship stands as the nation’s premier recognition in the field of folk and traditional arts, acknowledging recipients for their artistic excellence and supporting their ongoing contributions …

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2024 TCC Annual Convention & Full Board of Directors Meeting

Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is pleased to announce its upcoming Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting, set to take place March 11 to 14 at the Westmark Hotel in Fairbanks. The theme for this year’s convention is “One People, One Voice,” emphasizing the significance of unity and the collective strength that emerges when we work together. As indigenous …

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Commissioning of Solar PV & Battery System in Manley Hot Springs

By Edward Dellamary, Rural Energy Specialist In the chilly month of December, the commissioning of a cutting-edge solar photovoltaic array with a capacity of 207.9 kW DC and a robust Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) boasting 289 kWh took place in the picturesque town of Manley Hot Springs, Alaska. This initiative marks a significant stride towards sustainable energy solutions in …

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