Environmental

Office of the Environment

The USC Environmental Office is responsible for tribal and federal environmental regulation compliance, environmental/natural resources program and infrastructure development, and related responsibilities.

Our Mission

Is to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of Tribal members and to protect and conserve the natural resources of the earth for today’s and future generations.

Environmental Director
Jerry BigEagle
Direct: (320) 564-6337 Mobile: (320) 321-3303

Environmental Specialist
Direct: (320) 564-6368  Mobile: (320) 226-2521


U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Go To Epa.gov

Lead Safety

Did you know that many homes built before 1978 have lead-based paint? Lead from paint, chips, and dust can be dangerous if not managed properly.  The USC’s Lead Safety website provides information to homeowners and contractors about handling lead safely during projects. The Upper Sioux Community is one of four federally recognized tribes that have received TAS approval for the purpose of administering a lead abatement program.  The Upper Sioux Community is happy to provide information for both homeowners and contractors required to identify and control lead paint hazards. The Upper Sioux Community's Office of the Environment and Housing Department can offer helpful advice on renovations in older housing, lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments, and where to go for help.

To learn more about lead-based paint please follow this link to the USC’s Lead Safety website 

  Home Owner Information       Contractor Information  

Contact Environmental Office

Upper Sioux Community

PO Box 147

5722 Travers Lane Granite Falls, MN 56241

(320) 564-3853

Dancers perform at Upper Sioux Community's Traditional Wacipi Powwow
Dancers perform at Upper Sioux Community's Traditional Wacipi Powwow
Dancers perform at Upper Sioux Community's Traditional Wacipi Powwow