Barrett recognized for leadership at state, national levels

Tribal Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett received three awards in 2022 at the state and national level in recognition of his career in public service, belief in servant leadership and decades-long devotion to the expansion of tribal sovereignty across the United States.

Pro-Pipe USA breaks ground at Iron Horse

Tribal leaders, congressional representatives and local officials welcomed Canadian firm Pro-Pipe USA LLC to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, for the pipeline manufacturer’s groundbreaking ceremony at Iron Horse Industrial Park.

Guest column: Local Tribe greatly benefits our communities

As a legislator, I always appreciate those in our communities who work together to make our local areas a better place to live, work and play. Oftentimes, these community partners go about their business without seeking much acclaim when much is due to them. Today I want to briefly show my appreciation for one of Read More »

CPN, USGS complete final water resources study

A three year endeavor is coming to a close as the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Department of Economic Development and the U.S. Geological Survey published their final water resource study report. “This began in 2008 when I started working for the Tribe,” explained Dr. Jim Collard, economic development director. “We needed to take a real serious Read More »

Iron Horse Industrial Park moves forward with grant funding assistance

Progress on the long-planned Iron Horse Industrial Park continues, as the second phase of the project moves forward thanks in part to federal grant funds. The 2015 Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration grant will provide more than $1.2 million in additional funding. Citizen Potawatomi Nation will pay for initial costs associated with phase two Read More »