16.17.020 Authority

The Turtle Mountain Health Board is an integral part of the Turtle Mountain Overall Economic Development Plan adopted June 16, 1969, by the Tribal Council of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. The Tribal Council has also recognized this health board in Resolution No. 429-7-70 of the duly elected certified Council on June 20, 1970. The Turtle Mountain Health Board is recognized by the Tribal Council as the authoritative body to assist in improving health conditions within the Turtle Mountain Jurisdiction through the alleviation of immediate and felt health problems of the people of the Turtle Mountains.