HABEMATOLEL POMO OF UPPER LAKE TRIBE, CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON SECURE $3.15 MILLION FOR COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT

Upper Lake, CA - The Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake Tribe announced today that Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) secured $3,150,000 for the Tribe's Community Center Project through the Department of Housing and Urban Development as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026.

The funding will support the construction of a new Community Center designed to serve as a hub for educational development, tourism, economic development and entrepreneurial growth for tribal members and the broader regional community.

"This investment represents an opportunity for our Tribe and the greater Upper Lake community, creating an ecosystem that supports education, entrepreneurship, workforce development and tourism. We are especially grateful for the leadership of Congressman Mike Thompson for his instrumental support of the Tribe's request. Throughout his time representing our community, Congressman Thompson has been a steadfast advocate for the Tribe, and we deeply appreciate his years of dedication and partnership," said Danielle Cirelli, Chairwoman of the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake.

"Proud to support the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake Tribe's vision for a Community Center that will strengthen economic development, create new opportunities, and provide a central gathering place for Lake County with programs and opportunities available to everyone in the broader community. This $3.15 million in federal funding that I secured will help ensure the Tribe has the tools needed to invest in long-term growth," said Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04).