§ 1000.212 - What is the role of the Tribe/Consortium when a bureau initiates a public meeting?  


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  • § 1000.212 What is the role of the Tribe/Consortium when a bureau initiates a public meeting?

    When a bureau initiates a public meeting with affected parties it will take the following actions:

    (a) The bureau will notify the Tribe/Consortium of the meeting time, place, and invited parties:

    (1) Ten days in advance, if possible; or

    (2) If less than 10 days in advance, at the earliest practical time.

    (b) When the bureau notifies the Tribe/Consortium, the bureau will invite the Tribe/Consortium to participate in and, unless prohibited by law, to co-sponsor or co-facilitate the meeting.

    (c) When possible, the bureau and the Tribe/Consortium should meet to plan and discuss the conduct of the meeting, meeting protocols, and general participation in the proposed consultation meeting.

    (d) The bureau and the Tribe/Consortium will conduct the meeting in a manner that facilitates and does not undermine the government-to-government relationship and self-governance;

    (e) The Tribe/Consortium may provide technical support to the bureau to enhance the consultation process, as mutually agreed.