In response to the 2025 Federal Gov’t shut down and the impacts on essential resources, the LEKT Tribal Council, under the General Welfare Code, has authorized the issue of two $200 food assistance checks to LEKT tribal members ages 18+. PICK UP DETAILS LEKT Dining Hall Thurs. 11/6 2:00-6:00 Friday 11/7 9am-1pm LEKT Food Bank Tuesday 11/18 – 1:00 – 5:30 Out of town checks will be mailed on 11/6 & 11/17 *** You must have a note to pick up for someone else *** Scan the QR code to access the online form or from this URL: https://www.elwha.org/forms/2025-food-assistance-check-pick-up-note/
Category: Announcements
November 2025 Newsletter
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LEKT Recommendations for November 4, 2025, Elections
Resolutions, Amendments, Propositions Senate Joint Resolution 8201 – Approved Proposed County Charter Amendment No. 1 regarding coroner duties – Approved Clallam County Proposition No. 1 levy lift for County essential public services – Approved Positions Colleen McAleer, Port of Port Angeles Commissioner District No. 1 Steven Burke, Port of Port Angeles Commissioner District No. 2 Gerald B. Stephanz Jr, Hospital District 2 Commissioner Position No. 1 Carleen Bensen, Hospital District 2 Commissioner Position No. 4 Laurie Force, Hospital District 2 Commissioner Position No. 7 LaTrisha Suggs, City of Port Angeles Council Position No. 1 Drew Schwab, City of Port Angeles …READ MORE
October 2025 Newsletter
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Upcoming Health and Wellness Center Survey
Please provide your feedback to help us understand your wants and needs for the design of a new wellness center, survey below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LEKTCommunitySurvey
September 2025 Newsletter
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LIHEAP FY26 Public Comment
Public Comment Review & Comment on: LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLD ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) FY26 MODEL PLAN Have your voice heard! Public Comment period ends 9/15/2025 Review forms are available at Social Services, or complete the survey through Smartsheet. The link is available at the QR Code and at www.elwha.org/departments/social-services/low-income- household-assistance-programs The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Human Services Department is seeking input from Tribal households and individuals we serve regarding this year’s draft LIHEAP Model Plan. Public Comment per Section 2605 (b)(12) of the LIHEAP Statute LEKT Social Services – 3080 Lower Elwha Rd – 360.565.7257
August 2025 Newsletter
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LEKT Burn & Fireworks Ban
PUBLIC NOTICE Burn Ban and Use of Fireworks Prohibited – Effective Immediately as of July 24, 2025 The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe hereby issues an immediate burn ban on all outdoor burning and the use of fireworks on all Tribal lands due to ongoing dry weather conditions and elevated wildfire risk. This order is issued to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the Elwha community, its lands, and natural resources. Effective immediately, the following activities are strictly prohibited until further notice: All forms of outdoor burning, including but not limited to campfires, fire pits, burn barrels, and …READ MORE