Tribal Government

Contact Us

Ph. 918.337.6590

Headquarters: 5110 Tuxedo Blvd., Bartlesville, OK 74006

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Our Mission

The mission of the Delaware Tribe of Indians is to honor our Lenape ancestors by strengthening our sovereignty, preserving our culture, and promoting the well-being of our citizens. Through responsible governance, sustainable economic development, and compassionate community services, we work to protect our heritage, support our families, and ensure a strong and healthy future for generations to come.

Our Structure

Tribal Council

The Tribal Council is made up of seven members of the Delaware Tribe of Indians who are registered voters. They are elected and serve staggered terms of four years. Currently the members consist of the following:

Chief, Brad KillsCrow
Assistant Chief, Tonya Anna
Secretary, Lindsey Harris
Treasurer, Rusty Creed Brown
Bonnie Jo Griffith
Kay Anderson
Shaunda Brooks

  • Tribal Council Committees – Election Committee, Editorial Committee, Housing Committee, Rose Pavluk Memorial Scholarship Committee, Powwow Committee, Princess Committee

Meetings: Monthly meetings of the Tribal Council are held in Forsythe Hall at the Tribe’s Bartlesville Headquarters.

Trust Board

The Trust Board is made up of seven members of the Delaware Tribe of Indians who are registered voters. They are elected and serve staggered terms of four years. Currently the members consist of the following:

Chair, Farrell Burks
Vice-Chair, Cray Bauxmont-Flynn
Secretary, Gretchen Williams
Treasurer, Michelle Holley
Jana Roth
Elaine Clinton
One Vacant Seat

  • Trust Board Committees – Community Services, Cultural Preservation Committee, Education Committee, Elders Committee, Veterans Committee

Tribal Court

Staff

Meetings
Trust Board monthly meetings are held in the Family and Children’s Services building located on campus.

Documents

These are the tribe’s major administrative documents, including the tribal constitution, trust bylaws, and memorandum of agreement between the Delaware Tribe and Cherokee Nation following the reinstatement of federal recognition.

Constitution and Trust Documents

Guidelines

Delaware Tribe of Indians Code of Conduct