BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chugach Regional Resources Commission is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors composed of one Tribally elected representative from each community. Board members are chosen by their Tribal Councils because of their interest and knowledge in natural resources, environment, and economic/community development projects.

Executive Committee

CRRC-Boyd-Selanoff

Chenega IRA Council

Boyd Selanoff

Chairman (2025 – 2027)

Tatitlek IRA Council

Nanci Lee Robart

Vice-Chairwoman (2025 – 2027)

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Qutekcak Native Tribe

Ari Schablein

Secretary (2025 – 2027)Ā 

Sheila Jordan (Treasurer)

Valdez Native Tribe

Sheila Jordan
Treasurer (2025 – 2027)Ā 

Members

Chenega

Timmy Selanoff

Alternate Member

Sebastian-Demas

Eyak

Jim Smith

Member

Eyak

Darrel Olsen

Alternate Member

Nanwalek

Priscilla Evans
Member

Sebastian-Demas

Nanwalek

Sebastian Demas

Alternate Member

Sebastian-Demas

Port Graham

Dannielle Malchoff

Member

Photo Credit: Travel Alaska, Lexi Qass’uq Trainer (Cup’ik/Yup’ik)

Qutekcak

Charlie Jackson

Alternate Member

In Memory of

Patrick (Ratii) Norman

Village Chief • Native Village of Port GrahamĀ 

September 21, 1957 – January 1, 2025

Patrick grew up in Port Graham, Alaska and served the Native Village of Port Graham for over four decades with the last 23 years as the Tribal Chief (ā€œTuyuqā€). This was alongside a tenure on various boards including the Port Graham Corporation, Chugachmiut, Chugach Regional Resources Commission (40 years), and North Pacific Rim Housing Authority Board (34 years). His commitment extended beyond the Chugach Region through his active participation on the Alaska Federation of Natives Board of Directors and the Alaska Sea Otter & Steller Sea Lion Commission. Patrick was known as a fierce advocate for subsistence hunting and fishing rights, and in 2024, he was awarded the Alaska Federation of Native’s ā€œKatie John Hunter-Fisher Awardā€ for his dedication to preserving and protecting Alaska Native subsistence rights.

 

Pat exemplified commitment and care for the Chugach region and his home community of Paluwik (Port Graham). He dedicated his life to promoting Tribal sovereignty and preserving the Traditional ways of life in our region. His work guided much of our mission at CRRC and at every turn, Pat supported our efforts. From conserving natural resources, to advocating for subsistence lifeways, to elevating the work at our very own Alutiiq Pride Marine Institute, Pat was singularly focused on creating opportunities and fostering wellbeing in our Chugach Tribal communities.Ā 

Pat’s legacy is visible across the region- in our Tribal organizations and governments, in the conservation of our lands and waters, in opportunities for our youth, in the legacy of a healthy and resilient region. He was our Chairman, our teacher, and our friend. We will miss him.

Robert “Moose” Henricks

August 26, 1942 – December 7, 2022

Robert “Moose” Henricks was born in Cordova’s “Old Town,” or Eyak district, to Rose, from Nuchek, and Hollis Henrichs. Bob was a third-generation Cordovan and lived there for over 65 years. He was a well-known and respected figure throughout Alaska. As chairman of the Native Village of Eyak for more than 20 years, he helped Eyak become the first village in the Chugach region to successfully fulfill the mission of Chugachmiut to become a self-compacting organization that was able to seek 638 funds independently. Everything Bob did was for the people. He had a determination, and he fought to make the Chugach region better. Always first to Board meetings, Bob was never bashful in expressing his opinion or requesting action by the delegation. A proud Cordovan, Bob was passionate about subsistence rights and making sure the Tribes were involved in natural resource management. Bob was an advocate and a driving force for CRRC. We will miss him.

Gary P. Kompkoff

Village Chief • Native Village of Tatitlek • Founding Member of the Chugach Regional Resources Commission

July 21, 1954 – February 20, 2007

Gary Kompkoff was a lifelong Tatitlek resident. Gary and Carolyn Kompkoff had seven dearly loved children: a son Kristopher and six girls named Katherine, Kristi, Kelly, Nanci Lee, Kerry, and Caroline. Gary’s family was the only thing more important than working for his people. At the age of 23, Gary was elected Chief of the Village in Tatitlek and continued as Chief throughout his lifetime. Gary referred to his village, the lands, and waters as ā€˜God’s Country.’ Gary will carry a legacy for his commitment to meaningful Tribal involvement in and commitment to the sound stewardship, protection, preservation and wise use of the natural resources. Gary’s devotion, talent, and expertise were a positive influence for his community by serving as vice chairman on the Chugach Alaska Corporation board of directors, chairman of the CAC Lands Committee, board member of Chugachmiut, and chairman of the North Pacific Rim Housing Authority. He also served on boards of the Tatitlek Corporation, Prince William Sound Economic Development Council, Copper Mountain Foundation, Chugach Heritage Foundation, and Chugach Museum and Institute of History and Art. Gary was also one of the founding members of the Chugach Regional Resources Commission (Alutiiq Pride) in which he served as vice chairman for many years. Gary will be remembered as a warm, loving and extraordinary man. Gary’s philosophy for life will be remembered by his own words –

“Our job isn’t done until we’ve taught our children not only what our parents and grandparents taught us, but also what we’ve managed to learn along the way. The world is always changing. Sometimes our culture even changes with it. But our values, our basic traditional values, will always remain the same. Always.”

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David Totemoff, Sr.

June 22, 1945 – March 18, 2024

David Totemoff, Sr was a lifelong Tatitlek resident where he lived with his wife, Lisa. David had two sons, David Jr and John, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was an avid fisherman and devoted culture bearer, and his passion for fishing was only surpassed by his commitment to preserving and sharing Tatitlek’s Heritage. David often shared his knowledge of local traditions and his famous smoked fish at gatherings. He showed everyone what living and practicing a traditional lifestyle meant every day. David spent his life serving on the Tatitlek IRA Council, the Chugach Alaska Corporation Board, the Chugach School District Board, the Chugach Regional Resources Commission Board, and many more, always advocating for his village, shareholders, and students. He spent many years as the Chief of the Village of Tatitlek and spent years afterward continuing to advocate for his people within the region. His unwavering support for his community and dedication to their well-being earned him the admiration and respect of all who knew him.

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