The Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians
          The Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians is a federally recognized, self-governing Tribe in Lake County, California.
Tribal members are descendants of the Xa-Ben-Na-Po people, whose ancestral homeland includes the Clear Lake area.
The Tribe is committed to preserving its cultural heritage, protecting natural resources, strengthening economic
self-sufficiency, and improving quality of life for current and future generations.

Economic Development Department
          The Community and Economic Development Department supports these priorities through community planning,
project development, grants, partnerships, and support for Tribal enterprises. Working under the direction of the Tribal
Administrator, the department helps translate the Tribe’s priorities into projects and opportunities that benefit the Tribal
community.

          The department works with Tribal leadership and enterprise management to support the Tribe’s five enterprise
groups. General support includes strategic planning, business analysis, funding research, partnership development, and
evaluation of opportunities to strengthen performance and expand revenue. These efforts aim to support employment,
build a diverse economy, and generate lasting benefits for the Tribal community.

Konocti Vista Casino Resort, Hotel, Marina & RV Park provides gaming, lodging, dining, entertainment, and
recreation on Clear Lake, supporting the Tribe’s hospitality and tourism economy.

Big Valley Market & Fuel serves residents and visitors through fuel sales, convenience retail, food service, and
related commercial amenities.

Mission Grown Medicinals represents the Tribe’s cannabis enterprise and contributes to its diversified business
portfolio.

Freedom Cash Lenders provides online consumer lending services as a Tribal enterprise.

DGS Nuwuuk supports the Tribe’s participation in government contracting and information technology services.

2027 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
          In 2027, the Tribe plans to undertake a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process to guide economic development priorities and investments.

          The process will bring together Tribal leadership, members, departments, and enterprise representatives to
assess economic conditions, identify opportunities and challenges, and establish shared goals. The resulting strategy will
identify priority projects, potential funding sources, implementation responsibilities, and measures of progress.
 

          The CEDS will connect enterprise development with community needs, infrastructure planning, workforce
opportunities, and the Tribe’s long-term vision.

Proposed CEDS Timeline: The following preliminary schedule will be refined with Tribal leadership and the
selected consultant.

January–February 2027: Project Launch and Economic Assessment. Establish the planning team, confirm the
scope and community engagement approach, and review existing plans, enterprise information, workforce conditions,
infrastructure needs, and available economic data.

March–April 2027: Tribal Member and Enterprise Engagement. Conduct community meetings, interviews, and
other opportunities for input from Tribal members, leadership, departments, and enterprise representatives. Identify
community priorities, economic strengths, barriers, and potential development opportunities.

May–June 2027: Goals and Priority Projects. Develop economic development goals and evaluate potential
projects. Identify preliminary costs, possible funding sources, responsible parties, and connections to the Tribe’s master
planning and future General Plan.

July–August 2027: Draft CEDS Preparation. Prepare a draft strategy that brings together the economic
assessment, community input, priority projects, implementation actions, and measures of progress.

September–October 2027: Review and Refinement. Provide opportunities for Tribal member and public review,
gather comments, and refine the draft with Tribal leadership, departments, and enterprise representatives.

November–December 2027: Final Consideration and Implementation Planning. Present the final CEDS for
consideration by Tribal leadership. Following approval, establish initial implementation priorities, assign responsibilities,
and prepare a process for tracking progress and updating the strategy.

Community Development Department
          The department supports coordinated planning and investment in the land, facilities, and infrastructure that
serve the Tribal community.

          Current Master Planning
          Current master planning work focuses on identifying community needs, evaluating development opportunities,
and coordinating future land use, community facilities, recreation, and infrastructure improvements. This work will help
establish project priorities, guide investments, and support funding opportunities.

           Future General Plan and Municipal Code
           Future initiatives include developing a General Plan and Municipal Code to support the Tribe’s long-term vision
and exercise of self-government.

          The General Plan will provide direction for land use, housing, transportation, utilities, community facilities,
economic development, and resource protection. The Municipal Code will organize the Tribe’s ordinances and establish
clear standards and procedures for development and related community matters. Together, these efforts will guide
future growth in a manner consistent with Tribal priorities, cultural values, and sovereignty.

Requests for Proposals
Ballfield RFP — Anticipated Release TBD
CEDS RFP — Anticipated Release TBD

Contact
Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians
2770 Mission Rancheria Road Lakeport, CA 95453
EcoDev@bvr-nsn.gov