Building a
Better Future

Looking Forward to the Future

We are working diligently to preserve our cultural identity while also seeking new opportunities and improving our quality of life. A number of initiatives are already planned, including the expansion of the hospital, substance abuse program, and hotel.

Economic Growth

We will continue to establish economic partnerships that improve resources, increase investment and offer additional economic opportunities in Western North Carolina. Some of these initiatives could include the following:

Sustainable
Energy

Protecting and preserving the land, as well as growth opportunities means looking for ways to power that growth in a way that doesn’t negatively impact the surrounding environment. We continue to look for sustainable solutions, such as solar, wind or other renewable energy sources that can serve the region.

Affordable
Housing

Ensuring our people have safe, affordable housing options will be necessary for supporting the workforce and families that build and run the businesses that provide livelihoods and opportunities in our region.

Affordable
Housing

Ensuring our people have safe, affordable housing options will be necessary for supporting the workforce and families that build and run the businesses that provide livelihoods and opportunities in our region.

Agriculture
and Industry

Endeavors such as cultivating hemp, developing other agricultural production opportunities or identifying additional avenues of industry development could serve to provide additional jobs, revenue and incomes for our people and greater Western North Carolina.

Tourism

The beauty of this area and cultural significance of our heritage as a people attract visitors interested in hiking, fishing, relaxing at the casino and resort, recreational activities and other attractions that may become available.

Tourism

The beauty of this area and cultural significance of our heritage as a people attract visitors interested in hiking, fishing, relaxing at the casino and resort, recreational activities and other attractions that may become available.

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