Executive Branch

The Executive Branch is the administrating body of the government responsible for upholding the Tataviam Constitution, Tribal Code and ordinances.

Rudy Ortega Jr.

Tribal President
- president@tataviam-nsn.us
Mark Villaseñor

Vice President

Chair of Senate, Tamít District (1)
- mvillasenor@tataviam-nsn.us
Lucia Alfaro

Secretary

Tamít District (1)
Elias (Elisa) Ornelas

Treasurer
- (818)837-0794
- eornelas@tataviam-nsn.us

History

The distinct community of the present-day Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians (Band) originated in the lineages, villages and culture of the pre-Mission period. The Band is an independent nation, exercising its inherent sovereign authority over its tribal citizens and territory.

Mission San Fernando was established on September 8, 1797 at the village of Achoicominga Read More.

Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians | Sovereign Indian Nation

Rudy Ortega Jr.

Mark Villaseñor

Lucia Alfaro

Elias (Elisa) Ornelas

History

Tribal Administration