Today
Harvey Hopkins is the elected Chairman of the Board of Directors, and has served as such since 2004. The other members of the Tribal Board of Directors are Salvina Norris (Vice-Chairman), Margie Rojes (Secretary/Treasurer), Jim Silva (Member at Large) and Marina Nojima (Member at Large).
The tribe owns and operates the River Rock Casino on the reservation, near Geyserville. The casino includes the Quail Run Restaurant, the Oak Bar, and Lounge 128.
The current population of the Dry Creek Pomo is a matter of some controversy. At the beginning of 2009, there were approximately 970 enrolled members. The tribal leadership has been trying to disenroll members (between 70-143, depending on accounts) which has resulted in protests.
Read more about this topic: Dry Creek Rancheria Band Of Pomo Indians
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