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Jamul Indian Village elects Erica Pinto tribal chairwoman29 July 2015(PRESS RELEASE) -- 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 council member 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. |