Reservation Area: 1,743 acres Tribal Land: 1,743 acres Tribal Enrollment: 842 (1995) Community: Morton (tribal
headquarters) Number of Residents: 393 (1995)
BRIEF HISTORY/BACKGROUND
The original reservation was established by treaty in 1888. Acreage was increased through the 1934 Indian Reorganization Act. It is the largest Sioux community in Minnesota.
Governance
Type of Government: Representative government through the five-member Tribal Council, consisting of a chair person, vice-chairperson, secretary and treasurer serving two-year terms.
Election Process: The general membership of the reservation elects council members. Those not living on the reservation may vote by absentee ballot.
Employment (1995)
Labor Force: 100
Unemployment: 25%
Economic Development
Tribal Businesses: Casino, hotel, gravel pit, and gift shops (pottery).
School Attendance
Public schools are located in Redwood Falls.
Enrollment (1997-1998): 133
Dakota Open - charter school with a focus on language and culture.
Enrollment (1997-1998): 45
Health Care (1994)
Contract Health Users: 462
Casinos
Number: 1 - Jackpot Junction, Morton