The City of Fort Bragg acknowledges that the land on which we stand today is the original territory of the local Pomos of Sherwood Valley Rancheria. We acknowledge the critical importance of traditional Pomo methods of preservation of our land, waters, and sky. We recognize the sovereignty of the Pomo People, who are the original stewards of this land. We value, and seek to support, the many ways in which the Pomo People are working to preserve and revitalize Pomo culture, such as oral histories, dances, songs, regalia, basketry, and the Northern Pomo language.
We resolve to:
● Consult with tribal members and the governing body of the Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo on initiatives, issues, or items of concern.
● Raise visibility and public awareness of the history and contemporary presence of the native population of our area.
● Coordinate with local schools, tribal members, as well as state and regional partners, to provide more and deeper education related to the history and contemporary culture of local indigenous people.
For more information about the Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo, go to:
sherwoodvalleybandofpomo.com
Land Acknowledgement and Commitments
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