Cd’A Tribe makes 10-year deal with feds
The Coeur d’Alene Tribe recently inked an agreement with Bonneville Power Administration to address salmon recovery.
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COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene Tribe and Bonneville Power Administration announced a 10-year agreement meant to mitigate the destruction of salmon runs by federal dams.
“Today marks a significant moment in our relationship with BPA and recognizes the federal government’s responsibility to ensure that our traditional way of life is protected and restored,” Chief Allan, chairman of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, said in a news release issued Thursday.
The tribe will receive about $10.5 million per year for habitat improvement projects under the agreement, as well as $45 million to pay for capital projects.
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