August 4, 2025
Secretary Doug Burgum
Department of the Interior
CI TY OF
c/o: Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs
1849 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20240
Subject: Letter of Support - Muwekma Ohlone Tribe's Application for Federal Recognition Dear Secretary Burgum,
On behalf of the City of Livermore, I am writing to express our strong support of a federal recognition application from the Muwekma Oh lone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay Area.
We recognize the deep historical and cultural significance of the Muwekma Oh lone Tribe in our region. The tribe's members have honorably served in the United States Armed Forces and have continually demonstrated their commitment to the community .
We urge the United States Bureau of Indian Affairs to thoroughly review an application for federal recognition from the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Sincerely,
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John Marchand
Mayor, City of Livermore
cc: Evan Branning, Vice Mayor, City of Livermore
Marianna Burch, City Manager, City of Livermore
Charlene Nijmeh, Chairwoman of Muwekma Oh lone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay City Hall 1052 South Livermore Ave., Livermore, CA 94550 Phone : (925) 960-4000 TDD: (925) 960 -4104
www.LivermoreCA.gov