Hopland Band of Pomo Indians of the Hopland Rancheria facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 700 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( California) |
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| Languages | |
| English, Pomoan languages | |
| Religion | |
| Roundhouse religion, Christianity, Kuksu | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Pomo tribes |
The Hopland Band of Pomo Indians of the Hopland Rancheria is a federally recognized tribe of Pomo people in Mendocino County, California, south of Ukiah. The Hopland Band Pomos traditionally lived in the Sanel Valley.
Reservation
The Hopland Pomo's reservation is the Hopland Rancheria. Approximately 700 tribal members live in the area and 50 on the ranchería. The Rancheria was established in 1907 and is 40 acres (160,000 m2) large. It is located about three miles (5 km) east of Hopland, California.
Services and programs
The Hopland Band of Pomo Indians has a tribal education program, EPA office, health department, utility department, police department, court system, and economic development corporation. The tribe owns and operates the Hopland Sho-Ka-Wah Casino, located east of Hopland.
Disenrollment
In 2016, the Hopland Band disenrolled 74 members of the tribe, ostensibly to remedy mistakes stemming from faulty processing of applications.
Notable members
- Susan Billy, basket maker
- Susan Santiago Billy (1884–1968), basket maker
