pertaining to, situated in, or constituting the periphery: peripheral resistance on the outskirts of the battle area. 2. concerned with relatively minor, irrelevant, or superficial aspects of the subject in question. 3. Anatomy. near the surface or outside of; external.
A Quick Guide for Preserving Native American Cultural Resources. What is a Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO)? In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), a Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) is the designated tribal preservation official of a federally recognized Indian Tribe.
There are three different Ute tribes today. Each Ute tribe lives on its own reservation, which is land that belongs to them and is under their control. Each Ute tribe has its own government, laws, police, and services, just like a small country. However, the Utes are also US citizens and must obey American law.