Reservation Area: 400 acres Tribal Land: 400 acres Tribal Enrollment: 501 (1995) Communities: near Welch (tribal
headquarters on Prairie Island) Number of Residents: 285 (1995)
BRIEF HISTORY/BACKGROUND
The reservation was established in 1889 by an act of Congress. It is located on a low-lying island on the banks of the Mississippi River.
Governance
Type of Government: Representative government through the five-member Community Council serving two-year terms.
Election Process: Those not living on the reservation may vote by absentee ballot.
Employment (1995)
Labor Force: 41
Unemployment: 0%
Economic Development
Tribal Businesses: Casino and
shuttle bus service.
School Attendance
Children attend school in Red Wing
Enrollment (1997-1998): 88
Health Care (1994)
Contract Health Users: 321
Casinos
Number: 1 - Treasure Island Casino, Red Wing