Tribal Members have asked questions regarding the Finance Department and the condition of the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe’s financial picture. I am unable to answer those questions because of incomplete records. CFO Group, the Tribe’s auditing firm recommended hiring consultants to reconcile the Tribe’s financial records. When the reconciliation is completed, CFO Group will be able to complete the 2008 and 2009 audits. We will be able to answer financial questions and finalize the 2010 Tribal Budget then.
 
There have been multiple issues within the Finance Department contributing to the current …

On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at 5:30 PM in the Tribal Administration Council Chambers Rulan Stands, Treasurer and the Finance staff invite the entire tribe to attend an open meeting regarding the Finance Department. This is your opportunity to openly and candidly discuss any problems that Tribal Members have experienced with Finance – you have no fear of retaliation. If you have questions regarding department budgets, check reimbursements, per capita checks, paychecks, settlement funds, investment processes, bank procedures, expenditures, etc., i.e., then this meeting is for you. Please join Finance for refreshments.

I was elected the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe Treasurer in October, 2006. The Tribal Treasurer’s responsibilities are listed in the Bylaws of the Tribal Constitution and Bylaws:
“Amendment XIV – Article I, of the Bylaws, Duties of the Officers, Section 4. Treasurer
The Treasurer of the Fallon Business Council shall have care and custody of all valuables for the Tribe, and shall deposit all funds in an approved depository. The Treasurer shall disburse Tribal funds as ordered by the Fallon Business Council, and shall maintain financial accounts, receipts and records, which shall …

The Membership Services Office is currently updating membership address changes for the upcoming Per Capita Distribution for 2009. All address changes must be submitted in writing, hand delivered or post marked not later than November 21, 2009, to the Membership Services Office. The current address on file is where 2009 Per Capita checks will be mailed.
 

 
 
For more information, please contact the following:
 
 
Len George, Director
Membership Services
565 Rio Vista Road
Fallon, Nevada 89406
Ph: (775) 423-6075 Ext. 228
Fax: (775) 423-5202
or
 
Rulan Stands, FBC Treasurer
Finance
565 Rio Vista Road
Fallon, Nevada 89406
Ph: (775) 423-6075 Ext. 242
Fax: (775) 423-5202

The Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe Administration and Finance Department request your presence and your favorite dish to share with your co-workers on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at the Administration Building – West Parking Lot. The Administration and Finance Department will provide the main dish of steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc and drinks. Please wear your most patriotic costumes and join us for a fun-filled afternoon of great food, great company and many laughs. The more food, the merrier! We are truly thankful for ALL of …

Tribal water user’s rate will increase to $30.00 per month; water users on the Tribal sewer system will increase to $45.00 per month effective June 1, 2009.
 
At the January 13, 2009 Council meeting, the Council voted to increase the water rates to pay for the increased maintenance costs of the water system. Water rates have not increased for 10 years, however the Tribe can no longer maintain the water system at the current rates.
 
Comparable water and sewer rates are $40.00 per month in the Rice Road area; and approximately $100.00 …