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County names Talisha Melish to archaeological commission’s Native American seat

5783713 · September 11, 2025
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Summary

Mendocino County staff announced that the Board of Supervisors approved Talisha Melish to fill the commission’s Native American representative seat; she will be sworn in before serving at a future meeting.

Mendocino County Planning and Building Services staff told the Archaeological Commission on Sept. 10 that the Board of Supervisors approved Talisha Melish to fill the commission’s Native American representative seat.

Staff said Melish’s appointment was approved the day before the commission meeting and that her swearing-in will be scheduled before she takes her seat. Commissioners welcomed the announcement; tribal representative Valerie Stanley and other participants noted their prior contact with Melish and congratulated her selection.

No additional biographical detail or tribal affiliation was provided at the meeting; staff said Melish will be able to introduce herself and provide more background once sworn in and attending future meetings.