Administrative Staff
Planning Director
William J. Marchand
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Liberal Arts, Evergreen State College, 2007,
Masters in Urban & Regional Planning (MURP), Eastern Washington University, 2014
Executive Graduate Certificate, Tribal Planning, Eastern Washington University, 2014
Masters in Public Administration (MPA), Tribal Governance, Evergreen State College, 2020
NCAIED 40 under 40 Recipient
William Marchand is the Planning Director for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, where he leads the Tribal Planning Department and oversees long-range planning, community development, strategic initiatives, grant development, and intergovernmental coordination.
Since assuming the role, Marchand has focused on modernizing Tribal planning practices, strengthening organizational capacity, and positioning the Planning Department as a key driver of Tribal self-governance and economic development.
Under his leadership, the Planning Department completed the Confederated Tribes' first Comprehensive Plan since 1988, establishing a modern framework for guiding future growth and development. The plan is recognized as the only comprehensive plan in Indian Country developed using a framework comparable to Washington State's Growth Management Act (GMA), integrating land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, economic development, environmental stewardship, and community engagement into a single strategic vision.
Marchand has also transformed the Tribe's grant procurement efforts by implementing a more proactive and strategic approach to identifying funding opportunities, coordinating cross-departmental projects, and increasing the Planning Department's role in securing competitive grant funding for Tribal priorities.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Marchand served as Chairman of the Board for the Colville Tribe's Section 17 Corporation, providing strategic leadership during one of the most challenging periods in the Tribe's business history. Under the Board's direction, the corporation navigated unprecedented economic uncertainty while implementing hazard pay for casino employees, maintaining essential business operations, and achieving record financial performance.
Before becoming Planning Director, Marchand held positions with U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection, the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Self Governance, the Colville Tribal Gaming Commission, the Federal Highway Administration, and the Colville Tribes Department of Transportation. T
Contact Info
Office: 509.634.2580
Office Assistant Senior
Shelly Clark
Shelly Clark is an enrolled member of the Colville Confederated Tribes and serves as a Planning Office Assistant Sr. for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CCT).
With decades of dedicated service to her Tribal community, Shelly brings extensive administrative experience, organizational expertise, and a deep commitment to supporting Tribal programs and initiatives.
Shelly earned her Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Office Technology from Wenatchee Valley College, providing a strong foundation for her career in Tribal government and administration. She began working for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in 1996 and has devoted her professional life to serving her community.
During her career, she spent ten years with the Tribes' Environmental Trust Department, where she supported efforts focused on environmental stewardship and the responsible management of Tribal resources.
Today, in her role with the Planning Office, Shelly continues to contribute to projects that strengthen Tribal programs and help support the long-term goals of the Colville Confederated Tribes. Her years of experience, attention to detail, and dedication to public service make her a valued member of the Planning Office team.
Outside of work, Shelly is a proud grandmother of two and enjoys spending time with her family. She resides near the Colville Reservation, where she remains closely connected to her community and the traditions and values that inspire her commitment to serving future generations.
Contact Info
Phone: (509) 634-2570