FIRST CHIEF

SECOND CHIEF

My name is Marie Cleaver, I live in Galena with my husband Clifford Cleaver and our four children Camden, Kamea, Kimber and Katiya. Originally I am from Ruby, Alaska; my parents are William and Katherine Dozette.

I’ve lived in Galena now for 7 years. I work as a Budget Technician for the United States Fish & Wildlife Service. I serve on the Louden Tribal Council, this is my 2nd term being reelected. I also serve on the Indian Education Committee as the Chair within the Galena City School District and also serve on the Doyon Foundation Board of Directors for 4-5 years now. I am pretty active within my community of Galena, giving my time mostly at Tribal and school functions.

My hobbies are spending time outdoors on snowmachines going on long distance trips, going out in boat with my family and spending time at our newly constructed cabin just off the Yukon River.

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Koyukon Athabascan, born and raised in Galena. My mom, sister, and thousands of cousins all still live in Galena and the surrounding villages. Graduated from Galena City School and received a B.S. Wildlife Biology from UAF in 2000. Worked for USFWS for 30 years as the inventory and monitoring biologist. Married to Chris, also born and raised in Galena and we raised our three children here. We are members of the St. John Berchman Catholic Church. I serve on the GCSD Board of Education, Louden Tribal Council, and Gana-a'Yoo Natural Resources Committee. I Love being out on the river, winter and summer, and my hobbies include quiet time at camp, hunting, fishing, trapping, and reading.

COUNCIL MEMBER

Brianna Evans, a resident of Galena, AK, graduated from Provo Canyon School and later attended the University of Alaska Fairbanks focusing on Health and getting her CNA. Brianna later moved back to Galena with her 3 children to help grow her community. Brianna is now on the tribal council and proudly represents her tribal membership in multiple capacities such as Tribal Court, Health and Socio-economics. 

COUNCIL MEMBER
I am a former mayor of Galena for 24 years and helped moved the City of Galena from what it was to what it is today. Also, I've served on the Louden Tribal Council and helped them moved in the direction they want and we are progressing forward nicely.

I am formerly of Ruby and have lived in Galena since 1972. I own and operate Sweetsir's Store and Construction Company with my wife, Agnes Sweetsir. Personally, I enjoy helping my people of Galena and enjoy that I can help them envision us moving forward together.

COUNCIL MEMBER

Hello, my name is Teekona Sweetsir. My Father is Pat Sweetsir and my Mother is Flora Paul. I am an Athabaskan Native of interior Alaska. I have 5 sons and 1 daughter. I have served on the Louden Tribal Council for 4 years. There is no greater feeling than helping tribal members and their families. I am proud to follow in my parents footsteps being a leader in the community. I will continue to do my best of my abilities serving our tribal members.

COUNCIL MEMBER

My name is Gordon Richard Olin Reisland and I’m the son of Scott Reisland of Tanana/Fairbanks and Cindy Olin of Galena. I was raised in Galena and graduated from Sidney Huntington School in 2009. After high school, I attended the University of Alaska Anchorage before moving to the Denali area, where I spent over a decade helping operate my family’s seasonal business just outside Denali National Park. That experience allowed me to develop a strong foundation in business operations and leadership.

In October 2023, I made the decision to return home to Galena, where I now serve as the Assistant Maintenance Director for the Galena City School District. I’m excited for the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills I’ve gained over the years to serve my community. More importantly, I look forward to learning from our current council members and leaders as I continue to grow in service to Galena.