2014-15 Annual Report

LETTER FROM THE CHAIR
Hello and greetings to the Salish, Pend d’Oreille, and
Kootenai People,
Welcome to the 2014-2015 Annual Report. In keeping with
the spirit of this year of big changes, the Annual Report is
changing too. An on-line version can be found at CSKT.
ORG that is longer and more detailed. The paper version has
been streamlined for easier reading.
The past 12 months were busy with developments. The
Montana Legislature responded to public support and passed
the CSKT Water Compact. Now Congress has four years to
take action and pass the Compact. We’ve all also witnessed
the day when CSKT officially took complete ownership of
Kerr Dam, which we renamed Salish Kootenai Dam after its
owners.
These events could not have happened without the hard work
of our staff. Time and again, their dedication has moved our
Tribes toward these goals. We are all fortunate to be part of
these times. There are many thanks to give for the September
5 event, a highlight of the year.
Council is grateful to be surrounded by hard-working staff
and a membership that cares deeply about or homeland and
future generations.
- Vernon Finley, Chairman