Comment & Consultation
Presentation: How Tribes Can Influence Agency Decision Making
Public participation matters. Democratic, legal, and management principles justify why public comments make a difference in regulatory policy. Big Corporations, private citizens, industry polluters also comment, it is important that Tribal perspectives are represented alongside others.
Slides from RTOC Policy Advisor, Rich Eichsteadt on How Tribes Can Influence Agency Decision Making.pdf
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π³οΈ Region 10 Tribal Representation & Elections β Stay Informed, Stay Engaged!The Region 10 Regional Tribal Operations Committee (RTOC) Consortium, doing business as W.O.I.A., is pleased to share our RTOC & NTOC Elections Information Center!Tribal representation plays an important role in ensuring that the voices, priorities, and environmental concerns of Tribal Nations throughout Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington are included in regional and national discussions with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).Through the Region 10 RTOC, W.O.I.A. coordinates nomination and election activities to support Tribal participation in the selection of regional and national representatives.π Visit our Elections Information Center to explore:β
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Representative Eligibility & Governing Documents β Learn about RTOC and NTOC qualifications and access their respective charters.β
Tribal Partnership Groups β Explore additional opportunities for Tribal representation and participation in EPA partnership groups.β
Upcoming FY2028 & FY2029 Elections β Plan ahead with information about anticipated future election opportunities.π£ Your participation matters! We encourage Tribal Nations, Tribal leaders, and environmental professionals throughout EPA Region 10 to explore the available resources, stay informed about upcoming elections, and participate in opportunities for Tribal representation.π Explore the Region 10 RTOC & NTOC Elections Information Center: lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/VJFAFqc/elections#Region10RTOC #WOIA #TribalRepresentation #TribalLeadership #TribalElections #TribalSovereignty #EPARegion10
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