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Wetland Program

Watershed Initiative Program

EPA Grant - Targeted Watershed Initiative

This grant has allowed the Tribe to study the effects of common restoration practices over a watershed. Research focused on measurable results and alterations in water quality. We will be looking at the response of water chemistry, habitat, macroinvertebrates and fish communities over time. The Big Manistee watershed is composed of approximately 1,780 square miles in northwest Lower Michigan and contains parts of 12 counties. The Tribe utilizes numerous resources that the watershed provides.

Ogema Larry Romanelli

Aanii Tribal Members,
I want to give you some updates since my last message.

We continue in court over the 2026 budget and will probably continue for at least a couple more weeks, if not longer. We've begun the 2027 budget and it looks to have some substantial cuts across the board. The Cost of Living has affected everything and everyone. We are working hard to come up with the best plan to benefit our Tribe and its members. 

Tax Department

Mission Statement

  • Administer the collection of Tribal taxes on all business activity occurring within Tribal and Trust lands.
     
  • Assist Tribal citizens in obtaining exemption from State taxes as negotiated in the Tax Agreement between the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and the State of Michigan.

Utility Department

Utility Department Mission

...to identify the requirements of our customers & earn their respect by; communicating openly, clearly, courteously, and promptly to any issues that may arise while utilizing our services...to exercise our sovereign powers by, providing excellent quality water & sanitation services in accordance with LRB Utility Ordinance, the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act, & other applicable laws that are beneficial to the safety of the Citizens of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians & Patrons utilizing our facilities.

Members Assistance

Vision

Meeting the needs of our community and empowering our members through accessible and responsive services to promote self-sufficiency, quality of life, health status, and well-being.


05.08.26 Announcement: Home Repair Program and Weatherization Program

Historic Preservation

Goals

  • Management, research, interpretation, protection and development of sites of historic significance on Tribal lands.
  • Consult with Federal, State, Local and Tribal agencies to ensure compliance with historic preservation responsibilities.
  • Ensure Anishinaabe Bimaadiziwin Kinoomaagewin (life teachings) and Anishinaabemowin (language) are continued for the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and other entities.

Objectives

  • Create capacity of the Historic Preservation Department to complete mission and goals through staffing, policy, proc
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