Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’ Gagwë:göh,
I’m thankful you are well and are able to get out and enjoy the spring high school sports. It’s great to support our student’s sports programs, they put in much time and effort into practicing, traveling, playing and academics.
I’d like to give a shout out to the NAYO organization for the great youth basketball tournament they hosted a few weeks ago and to the Cattaraugus Community Center staff for hosting the venue on behalf of our community. Great job everyone! Ja:göh!
Nation representatives attended the Annual Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) Conference in Washington, D.C. this month. This year’s conference looked at top financial opportunities, management strategies and legislative updates that impact tribes. Our Comptroller, Cheryl Watts, presented at a breakout session regarding preparedness during federal audits.
Other great workshops included Tribal data sovereignty and jurisdiction, energizing economic development, and cyber security- protecting your assets.
The Nation is edging closer to begin the housing project on Bush Road. The Housing Task Force is creating the criteria for applicants and payback obligations. Information will be available once it is finalized.
I would like to recognize our Teachers for Teacher Appreciation week held the first full week of May each year! Nya:wëh for your dedication, and support for our students and community. We appreciate you every day!
Stay safe and stay strong,
Dah ne’hoh dih ae’,
Matthew B. Pagels
