The Ak-Chin Indian Community Tribal Council has selected Robert Miguel, as chairman and Delia M. Carlyle as vice chairman for one-year terms.
Both Miguel and Carlyle have goals to continue the expansion of economic development projects in and around the Community, solidify key partnerships within Arizona and for job creation for Community members and residents in the State of Arizona.
“I am honored to have been selected to serve my Community as the chairman,” Miguel said. “Our entire tribal council will continue to work together to solidify the foundation for education, social and health services and continue building a stronger economy for the Ak-Chin Indian Community.”
Ak-Chin has an enrollment of more than 1,022 tribal members and a land base of just over 22,000 acres. Its business enterprises include Harrah’s Ak-Chin, Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club, Vekol Market, UltraStar Multi-tainment Center and Santa Cruz Commerce Center. Fore more information, visit Ak-Chin.nsn.us.
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