Emergency Management

Upper Sioux Emergency Management focuses on the needs of the Upper Sioux Community in preparation for, mitigation from, response to and recovery from Emergencies or Disaster that can affect the reservation. The Emergency Management (EM) Department works to create a more resilient community through the development of plans, training of employees and community members, the use of community outreach, and through the development of and participation in exercises that test the capability of the departments and entities of the tribal organization. The EM Department coordinates with tribal and non-tribal response agencies and entities to develop a system of response for simulated and actual events that have the potential to threaten life, property, environment and\or the assets of the Upper Sioux Community and its members.

Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager is responsible for overseeing the operation and coordination of a diverse range of public safety and health activities within the Upper Sioux Community jurisdiction. This includes managing a wildland fire rescue unit, a first response EMS unit, tribal public safety services, tribal public health preparedness, wellness activities, and oversite of the police department during EOP and EOP related preparedness. The Emergency Manager works under the supervision of the Board of Trustees and is tasked with ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the community during both routine operations and emergency situations.

Chris Lee

Emergency Manager

Direct: (320) 564-6362