Whereas: Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Area is a special park, set
aside to protect the prehistoric remains found there, including the
largest Middle Woodland Period (ca. 200 B.C.-A.D. 400) archaeological site
in the Southeast; and

Whereas: Due to its significance and uniqueness, Pinson Mounds State
Archaeological Area was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964;
and

Whereas: The Department of Agriculture's Division of Forestry currently
operates a tree nursery ("Pinson Reforestation Complex") on the property;
and

Whereas: Tree planting and tree removal on archaeological sites damage
the integrity of the sites; and

Whereas: Tree planting and tree removal on Native American sites is
extremely disrespectful of Native American culture;

Therefore Be It Resolved,

That the Tennessee Commission of Indian Affairs request legislative action:

1. To assure no further tree planting in the Pinson Mounds State
   Archaeological Area/National Historic Site; and
   
2. To assure no intrusive removal of any trees from the Pinson
   Reforestation Complex; and
   
3. Requesting the Division of Forestry vacate the Pinson Mounds State
   Archaeological Area/National Historic Site as soon as possible, with just
   compensation or trade for the Pinson Reforestation Complex property.