Proclamation on a
Swinomish Climate Change Initiative
In October of 2007 the Swinomish Indian Senate issued a Proclamation directing action to respond to climate change challenges. The Proclamation acknowledged the potential for issues and impacts in the vicinity of the Swinomish Indian Reservation and directs tribal departments and staff to undertake efforts and studies for promoting long-term proactive action.
Office of Planning and Community Development
The Swinomish Office of Planning & Community Development administers a wide range of programs and activities, including comprehensive and land use planning, transportation planning, building permitting, environmental protection and regulation, water resource protection and monitoring, and forestry and agricultural management. The department manages numerous grant activities and projects in support of these program areas, and works with many local, state, and national agencies and organizations on behalf of Tribal interests.
