To foster a thriving community for our Membership
Located in Settlers Cove, 19 air miles west of Kodiak, the Native Village of Port Lions is home to about 200 residents. Our community is one that incorporates the traditional Alaska Native way of life along with innovations of the 21st century, a community where everyone is respected and neighbors help neighbors.
Cama'i
Port Lions is a community deeply rooted in ancient history, despite being a relatively new village. Established by the displaced residents of Afognak following its destruction by a tidal wave caused by the Good Friday earthquake of 1964, Port Lions carries forward the culture and faith of its people. We remind ourselves that regardless of our location, we remain united, resilient, and proud of our Alutiiq heritage.
While we maintain a traditional, subsistence lifestyle, we also embrace progress. From business endeavors to daily activities, we integrate 21st-century innovations while upholding values passed down through generations. In Port Lions, respect is paramount, and community members support one another.
Our village is named in honor of the Lions Club, which played a crucial role in our relocation and the construction of our homes.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday
8:00am-4:00pm
Our Tribe
The Port Lions Traditional Tribal Council is one of the village’s governing bodies. Services provided for tribal members and our community include: health, education/pre-school, child protection, Alutiiq dance, traditional arts and crafts, welfare assistance, economic development, environmental protection, transportation, family activities and recreation, senior-citizen meals, fuel services, scholarships, and burial assistance.
The goal of the Tribal Council is to promote and strengthen our members and their descendants while fostering pride and self-determination in cultural heritage and traditions; to preserve and promote the education and physical, economic and social wellbeing of Native people, family and community; to prevent and overcome racial prejudice; and to restore self-governance.
Mission Statement
The Native Village of Port Lions is a sovereign government uniting our Tribal Membership through advancement of cultural pride, traditions, and socio-economic well-being.
Vision Statement
To foster a thriving community for our Membership.
Message from the Council President
We continue to build on a great foundation that already existed. We have moved our organization forward to help us get closer to achieving our goals in growing the economy. We also must find a solution to broadband in our community to have economic growth. As we grow and change our organization, we need to hear from the membership to help us understand the needs of our people. We are fortunate to have a great staff that works well together to improve the quality of life of the people of the Native Village of Port Lions. Please feel free to reach out to our staff at any time.
Community Values
- Humor and Faith
- Strong infrastructure and resources
- Good, strong working relationships
- Improved local education, jobs, training programs and economic opportunities
- Maintain good health
- Community caring, trust and respect
- Maintain rural status and accessibility
- Beautiful, healthy, clean environment
- Traditional way of life while encouraging progress
- Pride in our culture, heritage, history and language
- Protect subsistence