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The file contains a presentation on behalf of the Neskonlith Indian Band by Chief Joyce Manuel, Lisa Allgaier, and Bob Manuel. Chief Manuel gives a demographic overview of the Band, discusses culture and the importance of health and education to self-determination and land management. Lisa Allgaier, the Band's social worker, discusses social issues and the need for First Nations' jurisdiction over service delivery, as well as funding and band membership concerns.

The file contains a presentation by Mayor Clifford G. Branchflower, City of Kamloops. Mayor Branchflower discusses his views on Aboriginal self-government, how he sees the need for a flexible approach, and the history of his municipalities relationship with the Kamloops Indian Band. Following the presentation Commissioner Mary Sillett discusses some of the issues raised with Mayor Branchflower and Moderator Bob Manuel.