"The landmark agreement between the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians and the South Coast Air Quality Management District holds great promise to protect the environment of the east valley.

It is believed to be the first such agreement between an air quality district and a tribe.

Cabazon Band Chairman David Roosevelt said, “This agreement is the demonstration of our commitment to the community and environmental stewardship on sovereign lands.”"

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Our Voice: Cabazon Band takes the right step on air quality (The Palm Springs Desert Sun 1/25)

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