
Raymond Mathiesen
Tribal Vice Chairman at Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians
Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk IndiansRaymond Mathiesen is a member of the Tribal Council of the Chicken Ranch Rancheria Me-Wuk Indians, a federally recognized tribe located in Jamestown, California. He holds the position of Tribal Vice Chairman, making him a key leader in the tribe's governance and economic development initiatives, particularly in tribal gaming.
In 2024, Mathiesen was involved in the tribe's successful effort to obtain Secretarial Procedures from the U.S. Department of the Interior, which affirmed the tribe's right to operate Class II gaming independently of state regulation. This legal victory over the State of California was widely covered in industry news, where Mathiesen was identified as tribal vice chairman. His name also appears in tribal council meeting records, confirming his active participation in governance.
No personal biographical details such as education, prior employment outside the tribe, or early career history are publicly available from the sources examined. His professional identity is centered entirely on his tribal leadership role within the Chicken Ranch Rancheria.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians | Tribal Vice Chairman | – present |