The Spokane Tribe is a federally recognized Indian Tribe with reserved rights in fish, wildlife, water, and other resources, pursuant to federal law.  The Tribe is also a sovereign government with management capability and regulatory authority over such resources.  The Spokane Tribe has developed a Wildlife Management Plan, Wildlife Habitat Management Plans, Lake Roosevelt Fisheries Guiding Document, and Hatchery Plan. These authorities are based on federal law, Tribal resolution, and agreements between the Tribe and other resource management agencies.  

This contract intends to continue the Spokane Tribe’s involvement in regionally important processes and programs.  This involvement includes coordination and communication with the Northwest Power and Conservation Council (NPCC) Bonneville Power Administration, and as non-members, the Columbia Basin Fish and Wildlife Authority members. This is particularly important in the implementation of the NPCC’s Program and the Northwest Power Planning and Conservation Act of 1980.