JAMUL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Erica Pinto was recently elected Tribal Chairwoman of the Jamul Indian Village (JIV), becoming the first elected female Tribal Chair in the JIV’s history. Pinto has been involved with the JIV Tribal Council since 1994, becoming a Councilmember at the age of 22. She most recently served as Vice-Chairwoman.
“I am honored to serve the Tribal Members of the Jamul Indian Village,” said Tribal Chairwoman Erica Pinto. “I, along with the Executive Council, will continue to build a strong Tribal government, create jobs for our Tribal Members and the community and engage with our neighbors on issues of mutual significance. We ensure a bright future for generations to come with the development of the Hollywood Casino Jamul-San Diego, a forthcoming gaming facility on our Reservation in East County San Diego.”
The JIV also announced the election of:
Kenny Meza – Vice-Chairman
More than
three decades ago, Meza was instrumental in gaining federal recognition
of the JIV. He was also heavily involved in seeking a strategic partner
to construct a gaming facility on the Tribe’s sovereign land.
Carlene A. Chamberlain – Executive Council Member
As
a devoted member of the Tribe and widely respected leader, Chamberlain
has served on the JIV Tribal Council for over 20 years.
Christopher Pinto – Executive Council Member
For
more than five years, Pinto worked as a Water Technician for the JIV
Environmental Department. Along with his children, he participates in
Native American cultural events across Southern California.
Michael Hunter – Executive Council Member
As
a viticulturist in Valley Center, his expertise makes him uniquely
qualified to identify local products and services to sell and promote at
the Tribe’s gaming facility.
In addition, the JIV Tribal Council appointed Lisa Cumper to the position of Secretary and Treasurer.
About Jamul Indian Village of California (JIV)
The Kumeyaay Nation of Southern California can be traced back 12,000 years with first European contact occurring at San Diego Bay in 1524. Jamul Indian Village of California, one of 13 bands of the Kumeyaay Nation federally recognized as a sovereign nation, traces its roots to these natives. Jamul Indian Village of California strives to provide a greater quality of life for its people by providing educational opportunities, health care and employment opportunities today to open the doors of tomorrow. Jamul Indian Village of California entered into a 1999 Tribal-State compact in October 1999 with then Governor Davis. For more information about JIV, please visit www.jamulindianvillage.com.
