Andy Mejia serves as Chairperson of the Lytton Rancheria of California, a federally recognized Indian tribe with deep roots in Northern California. As Chairperson, he provides leadership in tribal government, community planning, and economic development, with a clear focus on long-term stability, opportunity, and the well-being of tribal members.

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Chairperson Mejia has played a central role in guiding the Tribe’s long-awaited return to a permanent

homeland in Sonoma County, just west of Windsor. After  more than six decades without a land base,

the Lytton Rancheria is today building a secure, tribe-centered  community that  includes  housing for

elders, families, and future generations, along with shared community spaces designed to strengthen

cultural  connections  and  daily  life.  For  many  tribal  members,  the  return  to  living  together as a

community represents both a homecoming and a historic milestone.

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Mejia  carries  forward  the legacy of his mother, the late Chairperson Margie Mejia, whose decades of

leadership  laid the  foundation for the Tribe’s self-sufficiency, restoration of land, and commitment to

giving back.  Chairperson  Mejia  remains  deeply  influenced  by  the  standards  his mother set, as he

strives to provide leadership rooted in receptiveness, accountability, and a respect for tribal history.

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In addition to his role as Chairperson of the Lytton Rancheria, Andy Mejia also serves as Chairperson of the

Sonoma County Indian Health Project. This continues a long-standing commitment to improving access to

healthcare for Native American communities throughout the region. In this role, he works to support culturally responsive care and ensure that Native individuals and families, regardless of tribal affiliation, have access to essential health services. His involvement reflects the same values that guided his mother’s leadership, including the belief that strong, healthy communities are foundational to tribal sovereignty and long-term stability.

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Chairperson Mejia also serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Indian Child Family Preservation Program (ICFPP), an organization dedicated to advocating for Native children and protecting their rights under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in Sonoma County. He has served in this role since 2019, helping ensure Native children remain connected to their families, culture, and communities.

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Under his leadership, the Lytton Rancheria continues a tradition of partnership with neighboring communities. The Tribe has made significant investments in local education, including support for Windsor Unified School District and early-learning initiatives that help ensure children in the area have access to strong academic foundations. These efforts reflect the Tribe’s belief that supporting young people and families strengthens the entire community.

 

Beyond education, the Lytton Rancheria remains a major supporter of health, arts, and social-service organizations throughout Sonoma County and beyond. The Tribe’s philanthropic efforts are guided by a simple principle: communities are strongest when everyone has the opportunity to thrive. This approach has made the Lytton Rancheria a trusted and engaged partner across the region.

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Chairperson Mejia is regarded for his humility and for consistently placing the well-being of tribal members and future generations first. His work reflects a broader vision of tribal self-determination — one that honors the past while building a stable, inclusive future for the Lytton people and the communities they call home.