BARONA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS TRIBAL COUNCIL

The Barona Band of Mission Indians is recognized by the United States Government as a sovereign government.

It is governed by a General Council, which is comprised of approximately 240 voting members of the tribe. The General Council meets monthly. In addition, there is a Tribal Council comprised of seven elected tribal officials, including tribal chairperson and vice-chairman, each serving four-year terms. The Tribal Council meets on a weekly basis to set policies and rule on matters of importance to the tribe.

Rhonda Welch-Scalco
Beaver Curo
Joseph Banegas
Edwin Romero
Tony Rodriguez
Beth Glasco
Adam Reyes

Barona Tribal Office
1095 Barona Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
Phone: 619-443-6612
Fax: 619-443-0681

Another branch of the tribal government is the Barona Gaming Commission. It is comprised of appointed tribal members who cannot be employed by the tribe or the casino in any other aspect, and one attorney appointed by the tribe. The Gaming Commission carries the responsibility of regulating casino activities as mandated by the 1988 Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) including employee background checks and licensing, and vendor licensing.

MEMBERS OF THE BARONA GAMING COMMISSION

Harold Hill
Joe Welch Sr.
Kathryn Clenney
Beverly Means
Candice Christman

Barona Tribal Office
1095 Barona Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
Phone: 619-443-2619
Fax: 619-443-2719