This video, presented by Lorraine King, Community of Ekwok, describes the community of Ekwok’s process for developing the following tribal ordinances: Tribal Legislative Process, Solid Waste Collection and Disposal, and Construction and Demolition Waste. Printable copies of Lorraine’s PPT presentation and resources, including Ekwok’s ordinances, are available under the “Attachments” tab. This video is one of seven videos recorded during ITEP’s An Introduction to Developing Tribal Solid Waste Codes in Alaska training, delivered in November 2020 (agenda below). The training description and all associated videos may be accessed at https://mediaspace.nau.edu/channel/channelid/190825923.
Developing Tribal Codes in Alaska: An Introduction to Tribal Solid Waste Codes Agenda
1 - Developing Tribal SW Codes in Alaska - Training Introduction; Julie Jurkowski, Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
2 - Code Development for Tribal Environmental Professionals in Alaska; Annie Perry, Legislative Attorney, Snowpony Consulting
3 - Navigating the Jurisdictional Labyrinth; Brandon Sousa, Attorney-Advisor in the Department of the Interior’s Division of Indian Affairs, Branch of Environment and Lands
4 - Community of Ekwok’s Solid Waste Ordinance Development Process; Lorraine King, Community of Ekwok
5 - Roll Out and Engagement Plan for Tribal Waste Management Codes and Ordinances; Brandon Sousa, Department of the Interior, Office of the Solicitor, Division of Indian Affairs
6 - Writing a Tribal SW Code - An Alaska IGAP Staff Perspective; Sarah Sherwood, Copper River Native Association
7 – Outreach, Community Buy-in, and Enforcement Options in Alaska; Annie Perry, Legislative Attorney, Snowpony Consulting
