Projects
Here's a few Projects the WCC is working on…
Washoe Tribe Conservation Corps
Diverse Job Promotion for youth ages 18-26 (up to age 29 if a veteran).
Preferential hiring of Washoe Tribal Members
Contact Woodfords Community Councilman Steven Cruz at steven.cruz@washoetribe.us for more information
Prevention Program
By Resolution, the WCC has set aside $25,000 to aid in the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse in the Hung A Lel Ti Community by encouraging youth to attend athletic events, cultural events, and academic events during the school year, and reimbursing families for costs incurred to attend approved events.
Woodfords Community Member involvement
Community Technology
As of Fall 2024, the WCC is in collaboration with the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada to bring broadband (fiber optic) into the Hungalelti Community. A community outreach dinner will occur on October 16, 2024, with more information to community members in this important opportunity.
In other news, in July 2023, the WCC received notification of an award of $167,504 to enhance technology in the Hung A Lel Ti Community. This grant is pending and is eligible to bring a variety of technology into our community.
Woodfords Indian Education Center (WIEC)
Funded by the State of California Department of Education Grant, the WIEC provides after school tutoring to Hung A Lel Ti youth and educational field trips. We welcome you to reach out to our WIEC Director, Laura Fillmore at Laura.fillmore@washoetribe.us for additional information.
Carpet Recycling Program
On September 7, 2023, the WCC approved a carpet recycling program to benefit the Hung a Lel Ti Community by offering a local designated drop-off for carpet recycling on the Hung A Lel Ti Community. Carpet reclycling is located behind the Firehouse and is available to all Alpine County, CA residents.