Pauma Band of Luiseno Mission Indians

The Pauma Band is headquartered in Pauma Valley, California. The tribe is governed by a democratically elected tribal council. As of May 2024, the current tribal council is as follows: • Tribal Chairman: Temet A. Aguilar • Vice Chairman: Sophia Salgado • Secretary: Patricia A. Dixon • Treasurer: Jenna Aguilar Linton • Member at Large: Martina Garcia ==Reservation==

The Pauma and Yuima Reservation (), also known as the Pauma Indian Reservation, is a federal Indian reservation located in the northeastern corner of San Diego County. The reservation is in size. The Pauma and Yuima Reservation was established in 1872. The main Pauma reservation and tribal headquarters are located in the Pauma Valley below Palomar Mountain. Two small and unpopulated tracts of land make up the Yuima reservation in the foothills of the Palomar Mountains east of the main reservation. The adjoining Pala Indian Reservation lies along the western border. The closest community is Valley Center, lying southwest of the reservations. Demographics ==Economic development==

The Pauma Band of Luiseño Mission Indians owns and operates Casino Pauma, Pauma Bay Café, Casino Pauma Deli, Red Parrot Pizza, and the Red Parrot Lounge, all located in Pauma Valley. Gaming revenues support the health, welfare, and education of their people, as well as for infrastructure. ==Education==

The reservation is served by the Pauma Elementary School District and Escondido Union High School District. ==See also==