The Fort Independence Indian Community and leaders of Grinding Rock Aggregates are all committed to growing and developing the Owens Valley. Our goals will only be met if we generate long-term economic benefits for the community while also delivering utmost care for the environment.
The Indian Environmental General Assistance Program (GAP) Act of 1992 authorizes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide grant funding to federally recognized Native American tribes and intertribal consortia for planning and developing the capacity to manage their own environmental protection programs and planning, developing, and implementing solid and hazardous waste programs.
The Fort Independence Indian Community uses GAP funds to develop tribal administrative and regulatory infrastructure (i.e., capacity building) to effectively protect the reservation environment and enhance the quality of life of tribal residents.
Grinding Rock Aggregates adheres to all of the environmental practices we have developed and honed over decades.
One of Grinding Rock Aggregates key missions is to cultivate a working environment that provides a human, sustainable approach to earning a living, and living in our world, for our partners, employees, and for our customers.
Not only are we gainfully employing people in the community, we are also engaged in projects that can improve the standard of living for people in the Owens Valley and beyond. Building new housing, parks, water infrastructure, and more to pave the way for sustainable economic growth and development.
Grinding Rock Aggregates cares for the community and stakeholders. Strong management, a safe working environment, secure employment, and ongoing training is designed to support safety in business operations and development.
