Letter from the Chief | November 2025

Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, Last month, I traveled to Anchorage to attend our Executive Board Meeting, the Tribal Unity Gathering, and the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Annual Convention. It was an important week for collaboration, discussion, and strengthening relationships across our Tribal network and with our partners statewide. Our Executive Board Meeting went very well. We had …

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Standing Strong, Standing United: TCC Returns to the Alaska Federation of Natives Annual Convention

This year’s Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Annual Convention marked an important moment for Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) and Doyon, Limited as both organizations officially rejoined AFN after several years away. The 2025 theme, “Standing Strong, Standing United,” could not have been more fitting. From the opening ceremonies to the final gavel, the sense of unity, optimism, and shared purpose …

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Request for Quotations – Electrical Installation Solid Dielectric, Triple Option Reclosures – Fort Yukon, AK

DOWNLOAD FULL RFP Attachment A – Recloser_Spec_FYU_2025.06 Attachment B – Updated EPS Drawings_2025-09-23 Addendum I – Time Extension Addendum 2 – Reclosers Addendum 3 NOITA Ext. – Reclosers FYU 110725 Attachment 1 – FYRE-SS-2001_3_2025-10-28 Attachment 2 – FYRE-SS-2001_3_2025-10-28 Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is soliciting quotes for Electrical Installation Solid Dielectric, Triple Option Reclosers at Fort Yukon, Alaska 99740. Questions regarding …

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Request for Quotes: Low Earth Orbit Satellite Backhaul – Eagle, AK

DOWNLOAD FULL RFP SOLICITATIONTanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Broadband Program seeks proposals from qualified firms to design, supply, and commission a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite backhaul system serving the community of Eagle, Alaska. The successful Proposer will furnish, install, and integrate a LEO system capable of providing a minimum 100 Mbps symmetrical connection, scalable to at least 2 Gbps aggregate …

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2025 Elder Salmon Distribution Survey

TCC will be doing a Fairbanks Elder Salmon Distribution November 18th-20th. TCC will be providing Fairbanks Elders that are 65 and older and a TCC Beneficiary with salmon. If you would like to be placed on our distribution list, please provide the following information. There is a limit on how much we can distribute, so please fill this out for …

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Request for Proposals – Tanana Ferry Feasibility and Cost Analysis Study

DOWNLOAD FULL RFP Submit proposals to:selinaj.sam@tananachiefs.orgDeadline to receive proposals:November 1st, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Solicitation TCC Planning & Development invites qualified and experienced independent firms and/or entities to develop the Tanana Chiefs Conference – Tanana Ferry Service & Cost Analysis Study. Scope of Work The awarded firm will develop feasibility analysis on transit alternatives that may help reduce freight costs …

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We Stand with Survivors In October & Always

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the 2025 theme, “With Survivors, Always,” highlights the importance of partnership, safety, and solidarity with those affected by domestic violence. This theme serves as both a love letter and a call to action for advocates committed to supporting survivors’ rights and needs. Survivors Deserve Safety Safety includes physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial well-being. …

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Education Update

By Isaac Bettis, TCC Youth Services Coordinator FAFSA 2026–2027 Opens October 1st! Students, don’t wait! Submit your FAFSA as soon as it opens on October 1, 2025 at studentaid.gov. Applying early gives you the best chance at securing financial aid, scholarships, and work-study opportunities before funds run low. Completing your FAFSA is a key step in planning for college and …

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Mental Illness Awareness Week: October 5-11, 2025

1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year. You are not alone and support is available. Talking about mental health helps break the stigma. Take Action: Check in with yourself and your loved ones. Learn the signs and symptoms. Seek help early. Healing is possible! Together we can build understanding, compassion, and hope. Tanana Chiefs Conference – Standing for …

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Keep Your Home Safe: The Importance of Cleaning Your Chimney

By David Atteberry, TCC Public Safety Manager In many rural Interior Alaska villages, wood stoves are a vital source of heat throughout the long, cold winters. While they keep our homes warm and cozy, it’s important to remember that regular chimney cleaning is essential to keeping our families and homes safe. Over time, wood smoke creates a buildup of creosote, …

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