After a lengthy negotiation, the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation and Smith River Fire Protection District have worked out an agreement which will ensure the continuation of fire protection and emergency medical
With Contract Negotiations at a Stand-Still, Smith River Fire Threatens To Cancel Service To Tolowa Dee-ni Properties
With negotiations between both parties at a stand-still, the Smith River Fire Protection District said it would no longer offer service to Tolowa Dee-ni Nation tribal properties starting in April. Photo courtesy of SRFPD
More than a year and a half after its contract with the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation ended, the Smith River Fire Protection District says it will cease providing fire and emergency medical services to tribal trust property, including Lucky 7 Casino and some tribal housing, starting April 25.
Friday s announcement comes as negotiations between the parties in particular, over how much the tribe should pay the district for its services have broken down.