Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation

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The Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation is a sovereign, federally recognized tribe located in southwest Washington State, with its headquarters in Oakville, WA. The Tribe’s government oversees a broad range of services and enterprises, including health, education, economic development, and cultural preservation. The Chehalis Tribe Workgroup is a collaborative effort housed within the tribal government, focused on advancing community wellness, workforce development, and sovereignty-driven policy innovation.

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• The Chehalis Tribe’s workforce spans across healthcare, hospitality, natural resources, tribal law enforcement, and education, employing tribal and non-tribal members alike. Key employment hubs include the Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel, Heritage Distilling Company, Talking Cedar Brewery, and various tribal administrative departments.
• Efforts in workforce development include collaborations with local community colleges and state employment agencies, along with in-house training programs. Workforce planning emphasizes cultural competency, tribal leadership development, and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
• The institution is funded through a diverse portfolio including federal grants (via the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Indian Health Service, etc.), tribal enterprises, state partnerships, and tribal revenue reinvestment.

Chronology

• 1855 – Chehalis sign treaties but do not cede land; reservation established later by Executive Order.
• 1939 – Chehalis Indian Tribal Government formally organized under the Indian Reorganization Act.
• 2000s – Economic expansion with development of tribally owned businesses.
• 2008 – Launch of workforce innovation programs.
• 2015 – Opening of Talking Cedar Brewery (first tribal-owned distillery in the U.S.).
• 2021 – Expansion of healthcare services during COVID-19 pandemic.
• 2023 – Digital modernization of tribal administration and workforce systems.

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