The Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians and the state parks department have signed a memorandum of understanding that supports greater use of Clear Lake State Park in Kelseyville by the tribe, whose leaders have stated is part of the tribe’s original homeland. The agreement is the 12th agreement of its type that the state has entered into with a tribe. The Big Valley tribe will contribute information on interpretation and resources and will collaborate on actions around planning. The agreement will also streamline communications and be a foundational document for the care and stewardship of the park.