Siletz News Presorted Confederated Tribes of First-Class Siletz Indians Mail SILETZ News P.O. Box 549 U.S. Postage Siletz, OR 97380-0549 Paid - Permit No. 178 Delores Pigsley, Salem, OR Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Tribal Chairman Brenda Bremner, Vol. 43, No. 2 February 2015 General Manager and Editor-in-Chief
Tribe takes issue with article in The Economist based on flawed study In 2014 alone – $808,225 in higher American Nations by W. Gregory Guedel, The study included only 24 Tribes, optical), education scholarships, education and adult vocational grants, published in the American Indian Law .096 percent of the 250 Tribes with casi- transportation, Elders social and rec- $400,000 in out-of-area health care Journal). nos. Not enough Tribes took part in this reational activities, Tribal language payments, $1,324,711 to Tribal Elders That law review article drew a straight study to label all Native Americans as instruction and Tribal culture and his- individually and to Elders programs line from casino profits and per capita poorer because of casinos, as indicated tory programs. designed to “increase overall Tribal payments to poverty without identifying in the headline of the article. The reporter provided no informa- health and educational attainment any other factors that could contribute The Economist article also stated, tion on the Tribe’s economic diversi- and to ameliorate the negative effects to poverty. “After the Supreme Court ruled in 1987 fication efforts. The Siletz Tribe has of termination…” Shawn Fremsted, a senior fellow with that Native American Tribes, being sov- RV parks, in Lincoln City and Salem; These are just a few of the items the Center for American Progress and a ereign, could not be barred from allowing and several buildings that rent space to toward which the Confederated Tribes senior research associate with the Center gambling, casinos began popping up on business tenants in Lincoln City, Depoe of Siletz Indians put gaming funds for Economic and Policy Research, and reservations everywhere.” Bay, Portland, Salem and Eugene, plus in 2014, in addition to the per capita Erik Stegman, an expert in American an industrial property in Toledo. This payment of $1,200 to Tribal members. Indian and Alaska Native policy at the In reality, Tribes can have casinos information is contained in publications Receiving a payment of about Center for American Progress, have only in states that already have some provided to the reporter. $1,000 annually – that isn’t already criticized The Economist’s reliance on form of gambling. The report cited by the dedicated to rent or mortgage, electric the law review article, stating, “In short, reporter says that 250 tribes (44 percent Tribal members and the wider bills or the like – is a great benefit to the study is absolutely useless in terms of of the 566 federally recognized Tribes) community also benefit from other Tribal members, but it certainly isn’t providing meaningful evidence to support have casinos in 28 states (56 percent of resources gaming has made available, enough to quit your job and start loaf- The Economist’s claim.” available states). including more than $9 million dis- ing, no matter how attractive “sloth” Siletz Tribal Chairman Delores The reporter also wrote that, “… the tributed by the Siletz Tribal Charitable may seem. Pigsley pointed out that the law review biggest problem may be the way casino Contribution Fund. Overall, the Tribe On Jan. 12-13, a reporter from The article relied on faulty assumptions and profits are sometimes disbursed … Per has distributed more than $11.4 million Economist magazine visited the Siletz mistakes of fact. capita payments range from as little as through the charitable fund and other Tribe and the community of Siletz “One of the biggest problems is a few hundred dollars a year to more Tribal resources. ostensibly to gather information for a that the study includes ‘on-reservation than $100,000.” After reading The Economist story on how casinos benefit Tribes. population and poverty statistics,’ but Yet the reporter cites just one statistic article, the Tribe can only conclude On Jan. 15, an article appeared on the reporter presented these statistics on per capita payments, the one for the that this reporter came to Siletz with The Economist’s website under the as representative of the entire Tribe. No Siletz Tribe, and provides no information a headline already in mind and was headline, “Of Slots and Sloth: How Tribe has all of its members living on the on other Tribes’ payments. only looking for interviewees who Cash from Casinos Makes Native reservation,” said Pigsley. would provide statements that support Americans Poorer.” The article states there are 2,452 The reporter failed to mention any of that story. The article relied on generaliza- Tribal members living on the reservation. the details provided by Tribal staff during tions, anecdotes and one “study” of Tribal data shows there are only 582. The a 30-minute interview, including how the She apparently thought she found it Northwest Tribes by a private attorney Tribe has 4,984 enrolled Tribal members Tribe uses the remaining 60 percent of in the two individuals she quoted – one published in a student-run law review and only 1,188 live in the two counties gaming profits. of whom works and one who doesn’t – (Sovereignty, Economic Develop- where a casino employment commute These include economic develop- and in citing a “study” that appears to ment and Human Security in Native would be practical. ment funds, health care (medical, dental, be as flawed in its “facts” as her article.
Read the “State of Indian Nations” address by Brian Cladoosby, president of the National Congress of American Indians, on pages 12-14.
Photo by Diane Rodriquez Candidates for the 2015 Tribal Council election include (l to r) Gerald Ben, Reggie Butler Sr., Rusty Butler, Bonnie Petersen, Frank D. Aspria, Sharon A. Edenfield, Cynthia Bellinger Farlow, Tracy M. Lancaster, David R. Hatch and Selene Rilatos. All ballots for this election must be received by 4 p.m. on Feb. 7. You can vote in person on Feb. 7 at the Tribal Community Center in Siletz, Ore., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tribal members – be sure to cast your ballot by Feb. 7! Chairman’s Report
I hope you all had a Christmas surrounded by your family. The New Year already is a month old and contains many issues and events in which our Tribe Tribal Governments is involved. Legislation Our legislation to recognize our Legislative Day treaty boundary was one of the last acts of Congress before it adjourned in December. It was on the consent calendar and if no senator had objected, it would have passed. However, Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL) objected for reasons unknown so the legislation did not pass. Oregon Is Indian Country – Say Hello to Your We have been in contact with our delegation and will work toward hav- Neighbors ing the legislation re-introduced in this Delores Pigsley new Congress.
Elected government officials and staff of the nine (9) ATNI mission on Indian Services (LCIS), is federally recognized tribal governments in Oregon scheduled for Feb. 19 at the State Capitol Our Tribe will host the winter session in Salem. Oregon’s nine Tribes will gather will be in the State Capitol Galleria from 9:00am to of the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indi- in the State Capitol Galleria from 9 a.m. 1:00pm on Thursday, February 19, 2015. ans (ATNI) on Feb. 2-6 at Chinook Winds to 1 p.m. Casino Resort. We are proud hosts of this Each Tribe will have a table display organization as we have been members for Come chat and find out a little about each distinct promoting the Tribe’s business and cul- about 40 years and they were great sup- ture. All will be available to respond to government and their programs. porters of our Tribe’s restoration effort. questions from legislators and the public. ATNI represents 57 Tribes in South- The public is invited to attend; snacks eastern Alaska, Washington, Oregon, * Information tables from 9:00am – 1:00pm and lunch are provided. Idaho, Montana and Northern California. LCIS staff does a great job in organiz-
ing the Tribes’ activities for the day and Legislative Commission on Indian Services LCIS in assuring that issues involving Oregon The Tribal Governments Legislative Tribes are covered in LCIS meetings, 900 Court Street NE, Room 167 Salem, OR 97301 Day, coordinated by the Legislative Com- which are held three times a year. Phone: (503) 986-1067 Web: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/cis Elders Council Meeting
Feb. 14 • 1-4 p.m. • Chinook Winds Casino Resort
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Siletz Portland Tribal Community Center Portland Area Office Feb. 2 – 6-8 p.m. Feb. 9 – 6-8 p.m. Deadline for the March March 2 – 6-8 p.m. March 9 – 6-8 p.m. Send information to: issue is Feb. 10. Eugene Salem Submission of articles and Eugene Area Office Salem Area Office photos is encouraged. Siletz News Feb. 3 – 6-8 p.m. Feb. 10 – 6-8 p.m. Please see the Passages March 10 – 6-8 p.m. P.O. Box 549 March 3 – 6-8 p.m. Policy on page 20 when sub- Siletz, OR 97380-0549 mitting items for Passages. Classes begin with basic instruction and progress over the year. They also are a refresher course for more-advanced students. Come and join other members 541-444-8291 or of your community and Tribe in learning to speak one of our ancient languages. 800-922-1399, ext. 1291 We also have equipment in the Cultural Department available for use in Fax: 541-444-2307 grinding and drilling shell or pine nuts or other applications. If you need to use the equipment, call the number below to set up an appointment. Email: [email protected] Member of the Native American For more information, contact Bud Lane at the Siletz Cultural Department Journalists Association at 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320; or email [email protected].
2 • Siletz News • February 2015 2015 Medicare Rates CTSI Jobs February USDA Medicare Part B rates remain the Wendi Schamp same this year at a base of $104.90.* Siletz Clinic Tribal employment information distribution dates Medicare Part D (prescription P.O. Box 320 is available at ctsi.nsn.us. Siletz plans) change every year.* Siletz, OR 97380 Note: “Open Until Filled” vacan- You must turn in a 2015 benefit Fax: 541-444-9678 Monday Feb. 2 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. cies may close at any time. The statement showing your new monthly Tuesday Feb. 3 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. premiums. Some individuals who *Note: Not everyone has a monthly Tribe’s Indian Preference policy will Wednesday Feb. 4 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. have not turned in current information premium. Notices from your prescrip- apply. Tribal government will not Thursday Feb. 5 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. may be reimbursed less than the base tion plans and Social Security have discriminate in selection because of Friday Feb. 6 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. amount for Part B. Some individuals been sent out. Please watch your mail race, creed, age, sex, color, national are getting overpaid because their Part and turn in ASAP. origin, physical handicap, mari- Salem D is less than it was last year. If you are unsure if you are getting tal status, politics, membership or Monday Feb. 16 Holiday In order to keep our funding avail- reimbursed or at what amount, please non-membership in an employee Tuesday Feb. 17 1:30 – 6:30 p.m. able, please update your information by contact Wendi at 541-444-9670 or Wednesday Feb. 18 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. organization. mailing or faxing your information to: 800-648-0449, ext. 1670. Thursday Feb. 19 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday Feb. 20 9 – 11 a.m. Carrot Nut Cake 2 cups all-purpose flour* Culture Craft Night Culture Craft Culture Craft Night 2 teaspoons baking soda Feb. 17 • 4 – 7 p.m. Feb. 22 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. March 2 • 4 – 7 p.m. 2 teaspoons baking powder Siletz Tribal Community Center Siletz Tribal Community Center Siletz Tribal Community Center ½ teaspoon salt Rope/String Making Dream Catchers Feather Tying 3 teaspoons cinnamon Stvs, hii-chu stvs-chu yvlh-sri Ch’an’-ghee-lvlh yvlh-chut-ne Ch’ee-ta’ yee-li’ ½ teaspoon nutmeg (String also rope making) yvlh-sri (Feather tying) 8 tablespoons egg mix* (Dream Catcher making) 1¼ cups applesauce* 1 cup white sugar 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 can skim evaporated milk* 2 teaspoons vanilla 3 cups grated carrots* 2 cups fruit & nut mix chopped* *Indicates items in food package Siletz Tribal members of all ages welcome. Young people under age 10 1. Preheat oven to 325°. Line cake pan need an adult to accompany and assist with waxed paper. them. Come and learn how to tie feathers 2. Mix together in a bowl flour, baking for regalia and other uses. The Siletz Cul- soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ture Department will provide material and nutmeg and egg mix. instructors. If you have your own feathers/ 3. In a mixing bowl, mix together evapo- project, please bring them. rated milk, applesauce, sugars and Contact: Bud Lane, [email protected]; vanilla for about a minute. 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320 4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mix- Siletz Tribal members are invited to Sponsored by the Education and ture and mix for about 2 minutes more. come and learn how to make string and Culture Departments 5. Add the grated carrots and chopped rope the old way. fruit & nut mix. All ages welcome. Young people under age 10 need an adult to accom- Project Night 6. Pour batter in prepared cake pan and pany and assist them. The Siletz Culture bake 45-50 minutes. Test for done- March 17 • 4 – 8 p.m. ness by inserting a skewer. It should Department will provide material and Siletz Tribal Community Center instructors. If you have your own materi- be dry when removed. Cool, then fill Siletz Tribal members of all ages als, please bring them. Finish any unfinished culture project and frost with cream cheese frosting. welcome. Young people under age 10 Contact: Bud Lane, [email protected]; Yvlh-sri t’et need an adult to accompany and assist 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320 (Project night) Cream Cheese Frosting them. Come and learn how to make beau- Sponsored by the Education and Cul- 8 ounces cream cheese tiful dream catchers. The Siletz Culture ture Departments Siletz Tribal members of all ages ½ cup butter, softened Department will provide material and welcome. Young people under age 10 2 cups confectioner’s sugar instructors. If you have your own materi- need an adult to accompany and assist 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Family Literacy Night als, please bring them. them. Bring your unfinished cultural proj- Feb. 19 • 5 – 7 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Paul ects and work on them. The Siletz Culture To make frosting, put all ingredients Siletz Tribal Community Center Department will provide assistance and in mixing bowl and beat until creamy. Contact: Buddy Lane, buddyl@ctsi. instructors. Frost the cake and enjoy. Hii-da’-ye’-yu wee-ya’ ‘vm-nvlh- nsn.us; 541-444-8230 or 800-922-1399, Contact: Bud Lane, [email protected]; ts’it t’et ext. 1230 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320 Joyce Retherford Lisa Paul (Family words learning night) Sponsored by the Education and Sponsored by the Education and FDP Director FDP Clerk/Warehouseman Culture Departments Culture Departments 541-444-8393 541-444-8279 Open to the entire Siletz commu- nity, youth in grades K-6 are invited to explore their Love of Reading through a variety of reading games and challenges. General Council Along with a lot of fun, a light meal will Call to Order Healthy Family Healthy Child Program be provided. Participants also will have a Meeting Invocation Diabetes Program chance to win a Kindle Reader (two will Feb. 7, 2015 Flag Salute Tribal Members’ Concerns be raffled off at the end of the evening). Roll Call Contact: Alissa Lane, 541-444-8373 1 p.m. Chairman’s Report Approval of Agenda or [email protected] Announcements Sponsored by Youth Development Siletz Tribal Community Center Approval of Minutes Adjourn Coalition of Lincoln County and Tribal Siletz, Oregon Education, Culture, Healthy Families and Head Start Departments
February 2015 • Siletz News • 3 Digital story workshop is a success By Patti McKinney, Tobacco Prevention and Education Program Coordinator As TPEP coordinator, I applied for and the Tribe was awarded a $5,000 Story Telling Grant from the Oregon Health Authority Office of Equity and Inclusion. The timing coincided with a digital story telling workshop that provided technical skills for creating messages for Courtesy photos healthy living and practices. Workshop participants (above, l to r) include Zebuli Payne, Chyann Payne, Robina Joe Law, health promotion coordina- Williams, Robbie Williams and Joe Law tor/health education consultant for Port- Right: Patti McKinney land Indian Health Services, conducted a digital story workshop in Portland. He Siletz to provide technical assistance. coordinate the computer technical needs for future efforts. also provided a digital story workshop Powerful stories were developed to pro- – Stuart Whitehead and Sunshine Keck A thank you also to Joe for technical for Siletz staff. mote healthy behaviors and lifestyles and – and to Brenda Bremner, George Nagel project guidance and to Zebuli Payne for To follow up for the Story Telling the participant’s journey to get there. and Judy Muschamp for understanding technical, creative guidance and motiva- Implementation Project, Joe returned to A thank you to IS staff who helped the vision for potential and possibilities tional inspiration.
Case-Scott, member of UO band, STBC looking for plays in national spotlight Tribal member resort managers Hayley Case-Scott is a freshman Haley was the valedictorian of The Siletz Tribal Business Cor- member of the University of Oregon the Class of 2014 at Chiloquin High poration (STBC) is seeking Tribal marching band who played in the 2015 School in Chiloquin, Ore. She received Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif., and members who are interested in the Scholar-Athlete of the Year, Citi- at both of the Ducks’ games during the working with the current Hee Hee college football playoffs, including the zenship Student of the Year and Music Illahee RV Resort management, national championship game on Jan. 12. Student of the Year awards. She aspires TLC Holdings, to manage the resort She is the first chair flute player in to be a judge. in Salem, Ore., with the potential to the marching band, an instrument she has Haley is the daughter of Tori take over management operations of played since age 10. The now 18 year old Scott. She is the granddaughter of the resort from TLC Holdings. received a four-year scholarship to UO. the late Ed Jr. and Betty Case, and Contact STBC at 541-994-2142 Courtesy photo great-granddaughter of the late Ed and or 877-564-7298, or visit stbcorp. Haley Case-Scott Cassie Case. net for more information.
2015 Standing Committee Applications Due Deadline for consideration for committees is Feb. 11, 2015 Any Tribal member interested in serving on a committee for a two-year term must fill out the following form and return it to the address below prior to Feb. 11, 2015. Please mail or fax your application to Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, Attn: Executive Secretary to Tribal Council, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549; fax: 541-444-8325.
Name: ______Roll No: ______
Address: ______
City: ______State: ______ZIP: ______
Telephone: Day ( ) ______Evening ( ) ______
If you only want to be considered for one committee, please indicate this by inserting the number 1 next to the committee of interest. If you have interest in more than one committee, please indicate by numbering your preference as 1 (first choice), 2 (second choice) and 3 (third choice).
____ Education Committee (3) ____ Housing Committee (3) ____ Natural Resources Committee (3) ____ Pow-Wow Committee (4) ____ Health Committee (3) ____ Budget Committee (1) ____ Cultural Heritage Committee (3) ____ Enrollment Committee (2)
Committee appointments will be made at the Regular Tribal Council meeting in February 2015. If you have any questions, please call Tami Miner, executive secretary to Tribal Council, at 800-922-1399, ext. 1203, or 541-444-8203.
4 • Siletz News • February 2015 For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us.
February is…. TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS
What is Dating Violence? What’s Happening Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to exert power and control over a dating partner. Calling dating violence a pattern doesn't mean Feb 4th—It’s Time To Talk Day the first instance of abuse is not dating violence. It just recognizes that dating violence usually involves a series of abusive behaviors over a course of time. Feb 11th—Wear ORANGE for Respect Every relationships is different, but the one thing that is common to most abusive dating relationships is that the violence escalates over time and Feb 14th—Happy Valentine’s Day! becomes more and more dangerous for the young victim. Who Experiences Dating Violence? Any teen or young adult can experience violence, abuse or unhealthy behaviors in their dating relationships. A relationship may be serious or casual, monogamous or not, short-term or long-term. Dating abuse does not discriminate – it does not see gender, sexual identity, economic status, ethnicity or religious preference. What Does Dating Violence Look Like? Ten Warning Signs of Abuse Physical Abuse: Any intentional use of physical force with the intent to cause fear or injury, like hitting, shoving, biting, strangling, kicking or using a weapon. Checking your cell phone or email Verbal or Emotional Abuse: Non-physical behaviors such as threats, insults, without permission constant monitoring, humiliation, intimidation, isolation or stalking. Constantly putting you down Sexual Abuse: Any action that impacts a person’s ability to control their sexual activity or the circumstances in which sexual activity occurs, including rape, Extreme jealousy or insecurity coercion or restricting access to birth control. Digital Abuse: Use of technologies and/or social media networking to Explosive temper intimidate, harass or threaten a current or ex-dating partner. This could include Isolating you from family or friends demanding passwords, checking cell phones, cyber bullying, sexting, excessive or threatening texts or stalking on Facebook or other social media. Making false accusations If you or a loved one is in a violent relationship, please get help. Contact the CARE Program at (541) 444-9679. Visit loveisrespect for more information, chat Mood swings with a peer advocate online, call 866.331.9474 or text "loveis" to 22522. Physically hurting you in any way
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February 2015 • Siletz News • 5 Courtesy photo Warrior Heart! The Siletz Warriors bring home the team championship from a Mountain West League tournament on Jan. 7 at Triangle Lake High School. The Warriors scored 52 team points against Mohawk, Triangle Lake, Crow and Springfield. Team members (l to r) include Bobby Butler, William Whitehead, Levi Lancaster, Logan Hessi, Micah Case-Welch, Gaiten Haynes, James Foster, Colton Burr and Isaac Butler.
Canoe Journey Family Meeting Feb. 9, 2015 • 4 p.m. Siletz Valley School • 245 NW James Frank Ave. • Siletz, Oregon We are looking for canoe paddlers, cooks, camp setup crews, dancers, sing- Courtesy photo ers and grant writers. It takes many people to make a canoe journey successful. Congratulations! There is no canoe journey in 2015. We are planning for the July 2016 Paddle Amber Dawn Owen, daughter of Beverly Owen and Michael Owen, married to Nisqually in Western Washington. Shawn L. Wegmuller on June 21, 2014, at the Historic Deepwood Estate in For more information, contact Tiffany Stuart at 541-444-1100. Salem, Ore.
What is so special about family meals? By Nancy Ludwig, MS, RDN, LD, food for a period of time and often will fries, 12-ounce soda and ice cream cone. Barbeque Black-Eyed Peas Head Start Consulting Nutritionist refuse all others. Total calories: 870; total fat: 30 grams. and Greens A picky eater only eats certain foods Healthy home meal: ½ lean ground 1 can black-eyed peas As part of my role as a consultant beef patty on whole wheat bun (or rice); or small amounts of food. Grazing is 1-2 tablespoons olive oil nutritionist to Siletz Tribal Head Start, I when a child will eat small amounts all lettuce, tomato, catsup and pickle (or 1 medium onion offer information for families. This seg- day long – toddlers often do this and it is salad); green beans; 8 ounces skim milk; ment focuses on the importance of family normal for them. ¼ cup nonfat frozen yogurt (or fruit cup). 1 medium carrot, sliced meals with tips for success. Family-style Children generally grow out of these Total calories: 360; total fat: 8 grams. 1 stalk celery, sliced dining means that the family sits down challenges when mealtime is kept happy Resources: Little Bites, Big Steps Barbeque sauce – favorite kind or see below together for a meal. and when healthy habits are modeled. curriculum from Kera Unlimited. 1 bunch kale, fresh Because children learn from what you Try these easy low-cost meal ideas: Brown rice Children who eat most of their do rather than what you say, if you want meals with their families your children to eat vegetables, you need Curried Garbanzo Beans Clean and chop fresh kale (also can • Do better in school to eat them too. ½ tablespoon olive oil use frozen or another green), gently boil • Learn the social skills of talking and Often children like their vegetables ½-2 tablespoons curry powder until tender. sharing plain or not touching other foods. Please 1-2 cups vegetables (suggestions include In a frying pan (such as cast iron pan), • Learn problem solving be aware that a few simple adjustments leftover potatoes, cauliflower, diced sauté onion, carrots and celery in olive • Are closer to their families can make the difference between accep- onions, sliced carrots, sliced celery, oil. Drain black-eyed peas; reserve liquid. • Are less affected by negative peer tance and rejection. pressed garlic) Add black-eyed peas to skillet and pour influence Consider allowing your children to 1 can garbanzo beans, drained, reserve over barbeque sauce to season. Adjust • Learn manners by adult example (so serve themselves (from healthy selections) liquid (just in case) with reserved liquid if needed. think about what you are modeling) or perhaps leave some of the vegetables Lemon juice to taste Serve over brown rice. (If the rice is • Are less likely to become involved in raw in a serving dish for them to choose. already cooked, the meal can be prepared drugs and alcohol Remember the long-term view. It In a frying pan (I like my cast iron pan), very quickly.) • Eat healthier matters less what they eat on one spe- heat curry powder in oil before sautéing the For a potluck, I like to serve this as • Tend to have lower levels of stress cific day than to learn healthy habits for raw vegetables in olive oil. Add garbanzo a one-pot meal with rice on the bottom, a lifetime. beans and cooked vegetables to skillet. the mixture on top and the kale around Some family-style dining When children are forced to eat, a Adjust with reserved liquid if needed. Add the edge of the skillet. dos and don’ts backlash can occur. The benefits of family lemon juice, to taste, prior to serving. • Do let your child help cook meals are far greater than the nutritional Serve with brown rice or a bed of Barbeque sauce variation content of the food (even though nutrition steamed or fried cabbage and yogurt • Do let your child help set the table ½ cup ketchup • Do use easy meals is important). Children learn to make good and/or chutney. ¼ cup honey • Do talk about your child’s day choices from your example. The total daily calories for a child 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari • Don’t watch television Siletz Tribal Head Start offers should be approximately 1,000-1,400 for 1 tablespoon cider vinegar • Don’t fuss at your child my time to support family nutrition toddlers and 1,200-1,800 for preschoolers. ½ teaspoon dry mustard or 2 teaspoons over the telephone (503-588-5446). prepared mustard Some of the challenges with children Compare these two meals: Please contact me if you have nutrition ½ teaspoon garlic granules are food jags, picky eating and grazing. A Fast food: Small hamburger on a concerns about your Head Start child. food jag is when a child wants only one white bun with catsup and pickle, french ¼ teaspoon ginger powder
6 • Siletz News • February 2015 Get your team ready for 28th Annual BAAD Tournament in Pendleton PENDLETON, Ore. – Coaches and No player will be allowed to play players are invited to the 28th Annual in an older age bracket because of the Basketball Against Alcohol and Drugs safety of the younger players. There is (BAAD) Tournament, sponsored by a 10-player maximum per roster and the the CTUIR (Confederated Tribes of the 12-14 and 15-18 year olds must provide Umatilla Indian Reservation) Recreation a current photo ID. Program, Yellowhawk Prevention pro- You must be in school or provide gram and their sponsors. proof of pursuing a high school education. The dates for this year’s BAAD Tour- All proof of age verificationsmust be nament are March 20-27 at the CTUIR Recreation Community Gymnasium. submitted annually by every player and each coach or family must email to lloyd- The 2015 Tournament Committee [email protected] or larrycowapoo@ will accept your rosters and entry fees ctuir.org. The Tournament Committee of $125 to $275 until the deadline of does not store them for safety and security March 6. purposes. Proof of age verifications can Money orders only (personal checks be faxed to 541-429-7887 as well. will not be accepted) can be paid to The Tournament Committee asks all CTUIR Recreation Program, ATTN: local teams to begin fundraising for their BAAD Tournament, 46411 Timine Way, tournament expenses. Additionally, local Pendleton, OR 97801. teams only are required to submit the $100 Full payment must be received in registration fee to secure their place at the order to secure your spot. There are abso- tournament by March 13 and must be paid lutely no refunds. Please include all rel- in full by the first day of the tournament. evant team information with your money order, including the name of your team, For questions, call Lloyd Commander address and a contact phone number. at 541-429-7887 between 8:30 a.m. and Courtesy photo 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Or contact Larry The following proof of age require- Congratulations, Nora and Randy! Cowapoo at 541-429-7886 from 4-9 p.m., ments (either one of the these three) must Monday-Friday. Best wishes to you both from family and friends. 12/13/14 – a date you be provided by each coach for their team shouldn’t forget! ; ) roster in order to play – 1) birth certifi- The CTUIR website has all of the cate; 2) Tribal enrollment card; or 3) state forms for the BAAD Tournament for you driver’s license/permit for each player. to download and then fill out at ctuir.org.
February is Smothered Pepper Steak Recipe Heart Awareness Month! Ingredients:
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Show yourself some love this month and learn about your risks for heart disease and stroke. Cardio Vascular Disease (CVD) is the Cooking spray number one killer of men and women in the United States and it is the one of the leading causes of disability that prevents Americans 4 (4oz) ground sirloin patties from normal daily activities. Many of CVD related deaths could 1/4 teaspoon salt have been prevented through healthier habits and better management of health conditions, such as high blood pressure and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper diabetes. 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce You can control many of the risk factors attributed to CVD by: 1 (16oz) package frozen bell pepper consuming a diet low in sodium and fats and high in fresh stir-fry fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. 1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes with Exercising regularly: it is recommended to do 150 minutes of balsamic vinegar, basil, and olive oil exercise per week, this can be in the form of walking, doing yard work, cleaning the house, fitness videos, etc. Directions: Quitting cigarettes: smoking cigarettes greatly increases your 1. Place flour in a shallow dish. Dredge risk of CVD sirloin patties in flour; sprinkle patties evenly with salt and pepper. Limiting alcohol: the CDC recommends men have no more than two drinks per day and women have no more than one 2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over med- drink per day; too much alcohol can increase your blood high; coat pan with spray. Coat patties pressure. with spray and add to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side, or until lightly Getting a regular check up with your health care team once browned. each year, even if you feel healthy: doing so will help detect health conditions that could otherwise go unnoticed. 3. Add stir-fry, tomatoes, and soy sauce to mat in pan: bring to a boil. Referenced from the Center for Disease Control 4. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until meat is done and For more information, contact the Diabetes Program pepper mixture is slightly thick. Sandra Hahn, RN, Health Educator 541-444-9647 Kayla Engel, Program Assistant 541-444-9661 5. Serve over rice.
February 2015 • Siletz News • 7 Maryhill Museum celebrates 75th anniversary with American Indian exhibit GOLDENDALE, Wash. – When March 15 – Nov. 15, 2015 Maryhill Museum of Art opened to the Native Peoples of The public in 1940, Time magazine called it Dalles Region “the world’s most isolated art museum.” The exhibition features more than While the surrounding population has 20 photo prints, the majority of which grown, Maryhill Museum of Art remains are from Maryhill Museum of Art’s own a rural anomaly – a robust cultural insti- archives. These little-known images are tution with an outstanding art collection, the work of various Wasco County pho- vibrant educational programming and an tographers who captured images of the abundance of charm. landscape and people who lived in and To open the museum’s 75th anniver- around The Dalles during the late 19th and sary season, American Indian Painting: early 20th century. Twentieth-Century Masters will bring to Included in the exhibition are photos the Columbia River Gorge a collection of by Fred Andrew “F.A.” Young (Shaniko, 35 paintings of a type seldom – if ever – Ore.), Fannie Wright Van Duyn (Tygh exhibited in the Pacific Northwest. Valley, Ore.), Benjamin A. Gifford (The Curated by Maryhill’s Steve Grafe, Dalles, Ore.), and Benjamin C. Markham the exhibition features some of the most (The Dalles, Ore.). important American Indian artists of the 20th century. It will be on view from March 15 – Nov. 15, 2015 March 15 to July 5, 2015. Maryhill Favorites: R.H. Gammell The featured artists were residents of and His Students the Southern Plains and Southwest, and The ongoing vitality of American affiliated with the University of Okla- Realist painting owes much to R.H. Ives homa, Bacone College and the Santa Fe Gammell, who shared his love for the Studio. They include Stephen Mopope Classical Realist tradition with his stu- (Kiowa), Allan Houser (Chiricahua dents, Richard Lack, Robert Hunter and Apache), Fred Beaver (Creek/Semi- Samuel Rose. nole), Jerome Tiger (Creek/Seminole), Maryhill Museum of Art’s permanent Harrison Begay (Navajo) and Tony Da collection contains numerous works by (San Ildefonso). these four artists and this exhibition show- The paintings are drawn from the col- cases a dozen of their paintings. lections of the National Cowboy & West- ern Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. March 15 – Nov. 15, 2015 In addition to American Indian Paint- Sam Hill and the Columbia ing: Twentieth-Century Masters, the River Highway museum will mount a full season of spe- In anticipation of the 2016 centennial cial exhibitions in 2015. These include: celebration of the historic Columbia River Highway, the Sam Hill Room will host a March 15 – Nov. 15, 2015 temporary exhibition of black and white Raven Skyriver: Submerge prints showing both construction of the Courtesy photo Raven Skyriver began his glass art highway and early scenic views of the Harrison Begay (Navajo, 1917-2012), Navajo Maidens, c. 1970, watercolor on career at age 16, blowing glass in a studio Columbia River Gorge. paper, 14” x 10”; Arthur and Shifra Silberman Collection, National Cowboy & that he built himself and learning tech- Most of the images are drawn from Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City, Okla. niques under the tutelage of his mentor, Hill’s personal photo collection, which is Lark Dalton. housed at Maryhill Museum of Art. During three decades of travel, the is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors, $3 for youth Skyriver later traveled to Italy to train Santa Cruz, California-based artist has age 7-18 and free for children 6 and under. in Venetian technique, returned to the July 11 – Nov. 15, 2015 observed common and exotic species Admission to the Stonehenge Memo- Northwest and worked at Pilchuck Glass An Abundance of Riches: of birds and animals and used firsthand rial, open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk, is free. School, and subsequently joined William Woodcuts of Andrea Rich experiences to show her subjects in their The museum’s cafe, Loie’s, is open Morris’ production team for seven years. Featuring 40 prints by internation- natural habitats. Some of the flora and from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The It was there that Skyriver honed his skill ally recognized printmaker Andrea Rich, fauna found in the prints also are found Museum Store features art and history in Morris’ unique techniques and learned whose work explores the worlds of both on the 5,300-acre grounds of Maryhill. books, jewelry and American Indian crafts. to create sculptural glass. art and nature. Rich draws on print tradi- All of the works on view are drawn Maryhill is located off Highway 97, Drawing inspiration from nature, tions as diverse as Albrecht Dürer and from the collection of the Leigh Yawkey 12 miles south of Goldendale. Drive time specifically the San Juan Islands where Japanese Ukiyo-e to produce work that is Woodson Art Museum in Wausau, Wis. to the museum is 2 hours from Portland/ he grew up, Skyriver primarily sculpts distinctly her own, carving from six to 20 Vancouver, 3.5 hours from Bend, 4 hours marine creatures, exploring the connec- blocks for one final image. The resulting Visitor information from Seattle and 1.5 hours from Yakima. tions between humans, animals and the works are strong, clear impressions of life The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. For more information, visit mary- environment that binds us. in all its diversity. to 5 p.m., March 15 to Nov. 15. Admission hillmuseum.org.
Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow Attention Siletz Tribal Artists Royalty Crown Proposals The 2015 Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow Committee once again is having a logo The 2015 Pow-Wow Committee is now accepting proposals for 2015-2016 contest for the upcoming pow-wow in August 2015. royalty crowns for Miss Siletz, Junior Miss Siletz and Little Miss Siletz. All Siletz Tribal artists are encouraged to submit a pow-wow themed logo. The Proposals for a crown are required to include art design, size of the crown and a winning logo artist will receive a cash prize of $250 and a professional banner with bid for the crown or crowns of your interest. Proposals can be submitted for individual the logo. The winning artist will have his or her logo highlighted on Nesika Illahee crowns, two crowns or you can submit a bid for all three crowns. Pow-Wow flyers and merchandise. Crown proposals must be turned in to the committee no later than March 2, 2015. Please submit your artwork to the Cultural Education director’s office at the Proposals should be sent to Siletz Pow-Wow Committee, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, Siletz Tribal Community Center or mail it to Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, OR 97380-0549. Attn: Pow-Wow Logo Contest, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549. If you have any questions, contact Buddy Lane at 800-922-1399, ext 1230, or All entries must be received no later than March 2, 2015. 541-444-8230.
8 • Siletz News • February 2015 Fun-filled AntiqueW eek has multitude of events to draw you to Lincoln City Lincoln City’s Antique Week is cele- available at antique dealers and at the Cul- on Valentine’s Day weekend, Feb. 14-15, brating Lincoln City’s 50th anniversary with tural Center. Correctly answered entries from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. this year’s theme of Cheers to 50 Years! will receive a chance to spin the “prize In addition to finding great deals on Antique Week is actually 10 fun-filled wheel” (every spin wins!). craft supplies, the book titled A Century days of antiquing from Feb. 7-16. The Participating dealers include Little on the Beach (a compilation of history schedule includes a scavenger hunt, an Antique Mall, Carousel by the Beach, from 1927-2000 created by Margaret Kerr “Appraise-a-thon,” an engaging lecture, Rocking Horse Mall, Granny’s Attic, for The News Guard) will be for sale. historic city bus tours, a Valentine’s Day The Kelp Bed, Lincoln City Antiques Booth space is $30 for the weekend. concert and dance lesson, glass floats on & Music, Lincoln City Cultural Center, To reserve a table, contact Kerr at 541- the beach, special attractions at the North Days Catch, Nelscott House Antiques, 994-8465. Lincoln County Historical Museum and Robert’s Bookshop, JS Coins, Taft 2nd The North Lincoln County Historical Driftwood Public Library, a Members’ Hand, All Seasons–Coast Clocks, 101 Museum will have special exhibits of Lin- Antique Sale at the Lincoln City Cultural Coastal Creations, AA Home Furnishings coln City’s history, including a quilt display. Center, Saturday movies from 1965 (the and Antiques, Tam’s Plaza, Pop Culture Admission to the museum is free thanks to year Lincoln City officially became a city) Collectibles, Pacific Coast Books and a grant from the City of Lincoln City. at the Bijou Theatre and sales in almost North by Northwest Books & Antiques. The Driftwood Public Library will every antique shop in town. feature a display of books related to this The City of Lincoln City will hide The event will kick off with the year’s theme. 300 antique Japanese glass floats on the “Appraise-a-thon” from 1-3 p.m. on The Bijou Theatre will show movies beach throughout the week, as well 50 Feb. 7 at Chinook Winds Casino Resort. from 1965 at 11 a.m. on Feb. 7 (Cat Bal- solid red floats and 14 red heart-shaped Frank Farmer Loomis IV, a former lou) and Feb. 14 (Shenandoah). glass pieces on Valentine’s Day weekend. appraiser for Antiques Roadshow and A Members’ Antique Sale will be set Finders are encouraged to register their Courtesy photo writer/co-producer of the PBS television up in the Cultural Center for the dura- floats with the Information Center located Frank Farmer Loomis IV series Is It Antique Yet?, will appraise tion of the event. Members will sell their in the Cultural Center, 541-994-3302. antiques and collectibles for a fee of $10 antiques with a percentage going to benefit per item or three items for $20 (in celebra- Elizabeth Black will lead “mostly A beginner’s swing dance lesson will the Cultural Center, which will be open tion of Chinook Winds’ 20th anniversary). accurate” and always entertaining historic be held from 6-6:45 p.m. for an additional 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day of Antique To reserve a spot, call 541-996-5815. city bus tours on Feb. 10 and Feb. 12 at $5. For more information and to pur- Week. Call 541-994-9994 to participate. Directly following the Appraise- 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The 10 a.m. tours will chase tickets, call 541-994-9994 or visit This project is made possible by a grant a-thon, Loomis will give a lecture at 3 cover south Lincoln City; 2 p.m. tours will lincolncity-culturalcenter.org. from the City of Lincoln City and sponsor- p.m. on the topic Antiques 101: A Crash cover the north end. A Crafters’ Supplies Sale will be held ship by Chinook Winds Casino Resort and Course in Antiquing. Loomis’ speaking Explore local history as you travel at the Lincoln City Community Center the Lincoln City Cultural Center. style has been described as lively, laced through the communities that, in 1965, with anecdotes, often humorous and never incorporated to become Lincoln City. boring. The talk is free and sponsored The tours are free, but reservations are by the Lincoln City Cultural Center and required. Call 541-994-3302 to reserve Chinook Winds Casino Resort. your spot. Chinook Winds Casino Resort A scavenger hunt will take place over is providing the bus. the 10 days with participants visiting local The Lincoln Pops will provide dance- antique shops to find questions and cor- able music at 7 p.m. on Valentine’s Day responding answers to trivia of Lincoln (Feb. 14) at the Lincoln City Cultural Cen- City history. Maps and entry forms are ter. Tickets are $14 each, $25 per couple.
Photo by Diane Rodriquez 2015 Elders Council officers include Ilene Somes, vice chairman; Kay Steele, treasurer; Cookee Fernandez, treasurer; and Elena Cordts, secretary. Not pictured: Kathryn Dick, president.
Submitted by Joan Washington
February 2015 • Siletz News • 9 Scholarships
Verl and Dorothy Miller Native INSPIRE Pre-College Program Udall Undergraduate Scholarship Union Pacific Railroad American Vocational Scholarship Due March 1, 2015 Due March 4, 2015 CONAH Scholarship for Native American Students Due March 1, 2015 The INSPIRE Pre-College Program The Udall Scholarship program Due March 31, 2015 • For American Indian residents of is a full scholarship open to American awards $5,000 merit-based scholarships Oregon who are seeking vocational Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawai- for college sophomores and juniors seek- This scholarship is a $500 or $1,000 training or certification in Oregon ian junior and senior high school students, ing a career in Tribal health, Tribal public award to assist American Indian students including 2015 anticipated graduates, who policy or the environment. Two- and in defraying the cost of higher education. • Recipients may be attending school want to spend three weeks (July 5-25) on four-year college students are encouraged Recipients are chosen on the basis of either full time or part time the George Washington University (GW) to apply. scholastic ability, leadership and need. • May apply for this scholarship for up campus to learn about intergovernmental Scholars participate in a five-day relations between Tribal governments and orientation in Tucson, Ariz., to learn from to four years American Chemistry Society the federal government. and network with experts, their peers and Scholars Program The program centers on a full- members of the Udall family. The award Howard Vollum American day, experiential undergraduate course, includes lifetime membership in the Due May 1, 2015 Indian Scholarship Native Politics and the American Politi- Udall alumni community, a vibrant group The American Chemistry Society Due March 1, 2015 cal System, taught by GW faculty with offering job and internship opportunities, Scholars Program (ACS) is a collaborative • For American Indian residents of opportunities for students to interview support for public service initiatives and and interdisciplinary research center that Clackamas, Multnomah or Wash- influential Native advocates who work in intellectual discussion. is actively investigating the health effects Washington, D.C. Applications must be submitted ington counties in Oregon or Clark of environmental agents and serving as a INSPIRE scholarships are awarded to through a Udall faculty representative at resource for the community. County in Washington who are students based on evidence of academic the student’s college or university. A fac- ACS awards renewable scholarships seeking a post-secondary degree in ability, leadership potential and an inter- ulty representative directory and schedule science, computer science, engineer- to underrepresented minority students est in public service. Students from all of free webinars can be found at http:// who wish to pursue a career in chemistry ing or math Tribes and from every part of the U.S. are udall.gov/OurPrograms/Scholarship/ or related fields. Awards of up to $5,000 • Scholarships are $3,000 annual welcome to apply. Apply.aspx. are given to qualified students. awards and recipients are eligible There is no application fee for this pro- gram, which is led by the Native American National Johnson O’Malley for up to five years of undergraduate Political Leadership Program at GW and Association Scholarship study and two years of graduate study All Native American High School made possible by a generous grant from Due March 6, 2015 as long as they remain in good aca- the AT&T Foundation. Academic Team demic standing and continue seeking For more information, visit http:// This application is for 2015 eligible Due March 6, 2015 a degree in science, computer science, inspire.naplp.gwu.edu/about-inspire-pre- American Indian senior high school stu- dents only. Awarded to high school seniors who engineering or mathematics. college-program. have outstanding academic achievements; • This year applicants are applying for leadership in school, civic and extracur- For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us. the Chief Earl Old Person scholar- ricular activities; and motivation to serve ship only. and succeed. • Send application to Elsie Dee or Clay- To be considered, nominees must Important information and deadlines ton Long at 200 N. Main, Blanding, have a minimum 3.3 GPA with an out- Utah 84511. standing academic record; have demon- for the college-bound Tribal senior • For questions: Elsie – [email protected] strated leadership and community service February April or Clayton – [email protected]; cell #: activities; and plan to be enrolled as a Elsie – 435-210-8223, Clayton – 801- full-time degree-seeking college fresh- • First semester grades and mid-year • Send thank you notes to people who 232-5624 man in the fall. reports are sent to some colleges. have helped you. • Check your school counseling office • Make final decision about which or ASPIRE center for scholarship college or university you will attend. information. • If you decide to decline enrollment to a CEDARR college or university to which you have • Complete scholarships. Community Efforts Demonstrating the Ability to Rebuild and Restore been accepted, send notice indicating • Check with colleges applied to for this to the college’s admissions office. Mission Statement verification they have received all nec- We will utilize resources to prevent the use of alcohol and other drugs, essary documents. Continue to moni- May delinquency and violence; we will seek to reduce the barriers to treatment tor status of submitted applications. • This is the deadline for final decisions and support those who choose abstinance. • Check to see if your mid-year tran- for universities. scripts have been sent to the schools • Send letter of intent to registrar. to which you have applied. • Line up a summer job. Feb. 12 • Noon • Wrap up any scholarship applica- • Attend your Senior Awards Night. tions, essays and activities chart (for • Review any award letters and be sure Siletz Community Health Clinic OSAC). Early bird deadline is in you understand the terms and condi- 200 Gwee-Shut Road, Siletz February for OSAC. tions that accompany each type of aid. • If necessary, arrange for housing and March a meal plan (at school). • Check for three Tribal scholarships • Send thank you notes to any person/ Siletz Tribal Behavioral Health Programs at ctsi.nsn.us. committee from which you received a scholarship. Prevention, Outpatient Treatment, and Women’s and Men’s Transitional • Complete scholarships. • Start working on Tribal higher educa- June Siletz: 800-600-5599 or Salem: 503-390-9494 tion or adult vocational training grant 541-444-8286 Portland: 503-238-1512 application. This can be found on the • Tribal higher education and adult Eugene: 541-484-4234 Tribe’s website and is due June 30. vocational training applications are due June 30! • Review the Student Aid Report • Attend graduation – congratulations! Narcotics Anonymous Toll-Free For information on Alcoholics (SAR). • Arrange for your final grades to be • You should start receiving admission sent to colleges and universities. Help Line – 877-233-4287 Anonymous: aa-oregon.org responses. • Good luck!
10 • Siletz News • February 2015 Internships Aquarium offers teens an ocean National Science Foundation – Summer Internship for Native Senate Committee on Indian of summer fun Science & Technology Centers Americans in Genomics (SING) Affairs Intern NEWPORT, Ore. – Do you 2015 Tribal Initiative Internships Due March 8, 2015 Due March 16, 2015, for know a teen who aspires to be the Due Feb. 28, 2015 The SING workshop is a one-week Summer Semester next Jack Hannah, Jeff Corwin or Announcing a 2015 paid summer workshop aimed at discussing the uses, The office of the chairman of the Sen- the late, great Steve Irwin? The undergraduate research internship pro- misuses and limitations of genomics as ate Committee on Indian Affairs accepts Oregon Coast Aquarium offers youngsters a chance to tread in gram for American Indian/Native Hawai- a tool for American Indian communities. a limited number of internship and fel- their footsteps. ian/Alaska Native students at NSF The workshop also will assist in training lowship applicants each year. Successful Science and Technology Centers (STCs) American Indians in the concepts and applicants serve during spring (January- The aquarium’s volunteer pro- around the country. Opportunities are methods currently used in genomics. gram takes high school-age youth on May), summer (May/June-August) and available at six STCs with a wide range The goals of the workshop are to: a journey of discovery. Speaking on fall (September-December) terms. of research foci. behalf of animals and their environ- Students will conduct an independent 1. Facilitate discussion on indigenous The chairman’s office seeks indi- ments is no simple task, which is why research project for 10 weeks. Participants cultural values and whether scientific viduals with specific interests in Indian the aquarium is currently recruiting will receive a stipend of $4,600, housing methods can be beneficially incorpo- education, Tribal economic development, future youth volunteers for a free six- and travel will be covered and they will rated with these values Indian land management, federal trust weekend crash course on the coastal be encouraged to present their work at 2. Provide awareness of how genomics responsibility, Indian health care, Indian and marine sciences of Oregon. upcoming SACNAS/AISES conferences. is currently used as a tool to assist in housing, and Tribal law and order. Youth will go on to share what projects focused on natural resources, they learned with the aquarium’s visi- Interns and fellows assist with leg- history and health tors. The 15,000 animals that reside in islative research projects, hearings and 3. Increase the number of American the aquarium’s exhibits cannot speak UO recruiting Indians in science research, leader- administrative tasks and gain firsthand for themselves, so interpretive volun- ship and teaching careers at all levels knowledge on how a senate committee teers of all ages do it for them works to pass legislation and conducts for Sapsik’wałá The application process will be The experience is not all work and oversight on federal agencies, programs no play. Youth volunteers also go on competitive with selected participants and policy implementation. (Teacher) receiving funds to cover travel, housing whale watching expeditions and out- and food expenses for the week of the Though no specific major or program door adventures, and learn important Education workshop. is required, a good academic record is skills like deploying a life raft and The 2015 SING workshop will be a must. Applicants who can work full putting on survival suits. Project held Aug. 2-9 at the University of Illinois time (40 hours/five days per week) are After a summer of learning through at Urbana-Champaign. strongly preferred. teaching, many youth volunteers choose participants to continue their service throughout the The University of Oregon is school year. They team up with aquar- For more information about the Siletz Tribal language program, ium staff to develop their own ocean pleased to share an exciting opportu- please visit siletzlanguage.org. advocacy initiative to help teach their nity for American Indians and Alaska peers and aquarium visitors about Natives to pursue their teaching marine conservation. certificate through the Sapsik’wałá The program draws high school- (Teacher) Education Project. age students from as far away as Portland and seems to provide an
The university currently is important summertime social network recruiting prospective applicants – especially for homeschooled kids. (application deadline varies by pro- The aquarium’s youth volunteers might not become the next Jacques gram) for enrollment during the sum- Cousteau or Sylvia Earle, but they mer term 2015. We provide support will carry environmental awareness to successfully complete a teacher and stewardship they develop for the licensure and master’s of education rest of their lives. To complete an application to join program in our College of Education. the aquarium’s volunteer teams, visit th Qualified applicants who are 20 Annual Na-ha-shnee Native American Health Science Institute aquarium.org or contact the aquari- accepted can receive funding to June 21 – July 2, 2015 um’s Volunteer Services Department What is Na-ha-shnee? Na-ha-shnee is a 12-day summer program designed to encourage Native at [email protected]. Applica- cover tuition and fees, a monthly American and Alaska Native students to pursue health science degrees and health-related tions are due March 20. stipend, a computer and books, as careers. The program is held on the WSU Spokane Campus and housing is in nearby dorms. The Oregon Coast Aquar- well as participate in a cohort model Who should apply? Native American and Alaska Native students who are currently in 9th, 10th, ium is dedicated to the high- th of community support and important or 11 grade. Applicants should have a GPA of 3.0 or above and an interest in health science est quality aquatic and marine careers (nursing, medical research, nutrition, physical therapy, medicine, pharmacy, etc.). This induction services during the critical science programs for recreation year we will select 25 students to attend Na-ha-shnee. and education so the public better early years of their teaching career. Where is the application? Applications can be filled out and submitted online or printed and understands, cherishes and conserves For more information, contact submitted in paper copy form. The application can be found online at the world’s natural marine and coastal http://spokane.wsu.edu/community/service-outreach-units/native-american-health-sciences- resources. Kelly LaChance, academic support program/ (or Google WSU Native American Health Sciences to find it). An accredited Association of Zoos coordinator, at [email protected] What does it cost? FREE! The only cost that we cannot cover is transportation to and from our & Aquariums institution, this 501(c)3 or 541-346-2454. Send mail corre- program. nonprofit organization is ranked as spondence to Sapsik’wałá (Teacher) DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 5 p.m., APRIL 24, 2015 one of the top 10 aquariums in the U.S. Visit us at 2820 SE Ferry Slip Education Project, 5277 University Questions? Feel free to contact Emma Noyes, Native American health science outreach Road in Newport, www.aquarium.org of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-5277. coordinator, at 509-324-1965, [email protected] or (fax) 509-324-7341. or 541-867-3474. Follow us on Face- Visit https://education.uoregon. This exciting summer opportunity is brought to you by book.com/OregonCoastAquarium or edu/sapsikwala/ for more details. Twitter.com/OrCoastAquarium for the WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY – GO COUGS! latest updates.
February 2015 • Siletz News • 11 13th Annual State of Indian Nations Address Remarks by Brian Cladoosby, President • National Congress of American Indians Jan. 22, 2015 • Knight Studio, Newseum • Washington, D.C.
My fellow Tribal leaders, members of We made Indian Country healthier tory that he lived – that our people have of the pueblo says it all: Place of the Congress, members of the administration, by working together to permanently lived – is a history that’s not often taught Strong People. friends and partners gathered here and reauthorize the Indian Health Care in schools. Come to Shaktoolik, Alaska, where watching from home. Improvement Act. But it is essential to understanding you will meet the first cavity-free elemen- I want to thank the Creator for this We made Indian Country fairer by the connection between our nations, tary classes. It is the direct result of the beautiful day, for allowing me the privi- passing the Tribal General Welfare Exclu- the trust that defines our partnership dental health therapist workforce – the lege of representing Indian Country and sion Act to ensure that Indian people aren’t and the responsibility that is entrusted to first of its kind in the nation. To date, for providing the opportunity to honor our unjustly taxed for benefits they receive all federal officials – especially members 40,000 people have been treated at 30 history and celebrate the promise of our from their own Tribal governments. of Congress. percent of the cost. Now, other states are nation-to-nation relationship. In the last six years, we have seen That’s why, as long as I knew him, studying how they can replicate the suc- In this week when we remembered Congress and the administration work Billy had the same message: Tell your cess in Alaska. a great civil rights leader, the Reverend together to pass an unprecedented num- story, tell your story, tell your story. Billy Come to Lummi Nation, where you’ll Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and when our ber of bipartisan bills that will improve knew that no one could tell our story better see the first Tribally developed and oper- president delivered his annual State of the opportunities for our peoples. than we can. ated commercial wetland mitigation bank Union address, it is fitting that we take this Last month, I was proud to join So for those who don’t know, let me in the United States – more than 2,000 time to consider the transformation and hundreds of Tribal leaders from across tell you the story of our trust relationship. acres that are creating income streams for change that is under way in Indian Country. the nation as we participated in the sixth If the story has a theme, it’s a story of the Tribal government while preserving Today, Indian Country is leading. annual Tribal Nations Summit with Presi- pride and resilience book-ended by self- fishing streams for salmon and shellfish. Indian Country is innovating. Indian dent Obama. determination on either end. And, of course, 2014 was also the Many Tribes are engines of economic Country is growing. And the state of There are many people who believe year that we were privileged to have growth, not just for Native people but for Indian nations grows stronger by the day. that when Europeans got to this land and President Obama visit one of our Tribal non-Native people, too. In fact, there are Tribal nations are steadily reclaiming moved west, they simply claimed empty homelands. The president told me his nearly a quarter million Native-owned our rightful place among the American Indian land for themselves. But that’s trip to the Standing Rock Sioux Indian businesses across the United States. family of governments. And we are doing not true. Reservation had a profound impact. He The five Tribes in Idaho contribute this despite antiquated ways of thinking When my grandfather and Billy’s urged his Cabinet to follow his lead and more than $850 million to the state’s about Native peoples and Tribal govern- grandfather were young, the U.S. govern- make visiting Indian Country a priority. economy and have increased statewide ments and outdated policies that belong ment signed more than 400 treaties. Today, I want to make a personal employment by more than 10,000 jobs. to another century. invitation to Speaker Boehner, Leader In fact, it was 160 years ago today The 11 Tribal nations in Minnesota We are not where we want to be in our Pelosi, Majority Leader McConnell and that my dad’s great-grandfather, Kel- have collectively contributed more than relationship with the federal government, Minority Leader Reid – as well as every kahl-tsoot, signed the Point Elliott Treaty $2.7 billion to the local economy while but we are also glad that we are not where member of Congress: Come to Indian between the Swinomish Tribe and the employing 41,000 Native and non-Native we used to be. Country this year. United States. My dad proudly carries on Minnesotans. Today, I bring a simple message from Just today, several members of Con- that name. Dad is 81 years old and – like These are more than Native Ameri- st the Tribes of the 21 century: We must gress, a Cabinet secretary and representa- his namesake – he inspires me every day. can success stories. They are American tear down barriers to growth, simplify tives of the administration are visiting the Tribal nations like ours accepted a success stories. And we’re ready to write regulations that are limiting opportuni- Navajo Nation. smaller land base. In exchange, the federal many more in the years to come. ties and acknowledge that Tribes have the Let’s make that visit the beginning government made three basic promises: Of course, there is much more work capability as governments to oversee our of a year of unprecedented engagement To guard our right to govern ourselves. to be done. Too many of Indian Country’s own affairs. As we reach out to the federal between Tribal nations and our federal To enable Tribal governments to deliver reservations and communities are a long government as a partner, we must continue partners. essential services. And to help manage way from prosperity. Too many Tribal to insist that the United States honors its our remaining lands and resources in our communities are still plagued by high trust responsibility to Native peoples. We lost a personal hero of mine: best interests. unemployment rates, high dropout rates, Honoring its trust responsibility Billy Frank Jr. These treaties are older than many rampant drug and alcohol abuse, and an means recognizing Indian Country’s legal U.S. state constitutions. In fact, the Point Among all the gains in recent years, appalling suicide epidemic. authority to control its own destiny. Elliott Treaty preceded the existence of we’ve also suffered some losses. Close to Together, we believe we can over- It means respecting Native peoples the State of Washington by three and a my heart and to many across Indian Coun- come these challenges. for who we are, not who others think we half decades. All of our treaties continue try was the loss of my friend and mentor, are. And it means modernizing the trust to stand as the “supreme law of the land.” a Native American hero, an American Trust is based on respect relationship between our nations. Every member of Congress and fed- hero – Billy Frank Jr. Of course, trust itself is based on These are things we can and must eral official is responsible for carrying out Billy, like me, was from the Pacific respect. Part of modernizing our trust do, as a united Indian Country. We are that trust, whether a member has a Tribe Northwest. His people, the Nisqually relationship means modernizing the way determined to create opportunities for in their district or not. Part of their job nation, are fishing people, like my people. Native people are respected and our civil success – within our borders and beyond. description is to make sure that the United At age 14, he was arrested for exer- rights are upheld. States of America honors its commitments cising his treaty rights by fishing in the For this reason, I want to address an This is a remarkable moment for and lives up to its word. Nisqually River. issue the National Congress of American Indian Country After all, this trust – it’s not a handout, As Billy put it, he wasn’t a policy guy. Indians has worked on for almost 50 it’s a contract. It’s a commitment. And it’s This is a remarkable moment in our He was a getting arrested guy. Over the years. I want to talk about the stereotypes their duty to honor it. shared history. years, he was arrested more than 50 times. and degradation that Native peoples con- For the 566 federally recognized That’s one of Billy’s accomplishments tinue to be subjected to in our society. Tribal nations and many state recognized that I have yet to achieve. Invite you to see: Tribal nations In particular, I want to talk about Tribes, for the more than 5 million Native And those arrests laid the groundwork are leading and innovating the name of the Washington, D.C., foot- people living in cities or on reservations for an historic judicial ruling, later affirmed So, why do I mention this history now? ball team. across this land, these are the days that by the Supreme Court, which acknowl- The nation-to-nation relationship Allow me to read from the pages of a our ancestors prayed for. We must seize edged that our treaties reserved our right to between the United States of America and Minnesota newspaper published one Sep- the opportunity to sustain our progress. fish where we had for generations. Indian Country has reached a crossroads. tember day in 1863: “The State reward for As the 21st president of the National After all, our rights as sovereign Many Tribes today are on the fore- dead Indians has been increased to $200 Congress of American Indians, I have nations were not granted by the Consti- front of innovative, 21st century gover- for every red-skin sent to Purgatory. This been privileged to witness great progress tution. They existed before there was a nance. Don’t take my word for it. As I sum is more than the dead bodies of all the over the past few years, from our families Constitution. mentioned earlier, I invite you to come Indians east of the Red River are worth.” to our Tribal councils to Capitol Hill. and see for yourselves: History is clear on what that vile We worked with Republicans, Demo- How we got here: The brief word meant: It was the scalped head of crats and Independents in Congress to history of our trust relationship Come to the Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo, an American Indian man, woman or child make Indian Country safer by reautho- Now, if you don’t know who Billy where you will see homes as old as rizing the Violence Against Women Act. Frank was, you’re not alone. The his- 700 years being rehabilitated. The name Continued on next page
12 • Siletz News • February 2015 that trappers and hunters sold, like bear and processes that treat Tribal nations as century. We need them to be partners for on two important areas where bipartisan fur, for money. partners in governing. growth and not barriers to growth. solutions exist – education and economic Let me be very clear: The single- While we have a unique relationship Take access to capital. The ability to growth. most offensive name that you can call an with the federal government that will never issue tax-exempt bonds to fund construc- American Indian is “Redskin.” end, it is time that our relationship reflects tion projects is the bread and butter of Let’s improve education Today, a majority of people agree. the true meaning of the word “trust.” every modern state and local government. No resource is more important to the In a recent national survey, 83 percent The federal government needs to Yet this economic development tool is not continued success and growth of Tribal of Americans said they wouldn’t use the recognize Tribal governments as true available to Tribes. The IRS only allows nations and the United States than our R-word to a Native American’s face. And partners in supporting the citizens of our Tribes to use tax-exempt bonds to fund children. Education is a treaty right. they’re right. nations. It needs to update its laws and “essential government functions,” like The greatest way to invest in this pre- We know the team owner stands on regulations to reflect that partnership – sewer systems. cious natural resource is to provide a high the wrong side of history. He has dug one based on deference and support, not It is time for the federal govern- quality, culturally appropriate education. in his heels and refuses to change. But paternalism and control. ment to update its tax code to reflect its One that benefits all Native children and why do you do it, Fed Ex? You point Whether policy related to the Key- recognition of the equal status of Tribal gives Native students the same chance to with pride to your policy of diversity and stone Pipeline or renewable energy, governments. succeed as their non-Native peers. inclusiveness. Yet, your name is on the health care or education, privacy rights or The same goes for adoption. State For Indian Country, it all goes back to stadium. How do you defend perpetuating immigration, too often policymakers fail courts say that a parent who adopts a child trust, flexibility and local solutions. exactly the kind of racism that 40 percent to surround themselves with people who with special needs is eligible to receive a Focusing on Tribal control of schools of your workforce has faced in one form understand Tribal perspectives or seek tax credit to help with care. Yet if a par- promises to improve outcomes for our stu- or another? input from Tribal leaders and citizens. ent lives on a reservation and adopts a dents. And creating greater accountability And why do you do it, Coca-Cola? We don’t want the federal govern- child with special needs, they don’t get for public schools on reservation lands For generations, you have been the com- ment to solve our problems or dictate our a tax credit. will ensure that Native students receive pany that taught the world to sing. Why future. We want to solve our own prob- It’s not an oversight – it’s bad policy. the quality education that they need. do you defend a name that teaches the lems. We want to build our own future. We It’s outrageous and discriminatory, and it We call on Congress to reauthorize young generation to hate? strongly believe that the greatest source needs to change. the Elementary and Secondary Education And why do you do it Verizon – or of solutions that work for Indian Country Or take law enforcement. Despite Act this year. We call for the inclusion of Best Buy – or HP – or United Airlines? is Indian Country itself. an act of Congress, the FBI continues to Tribal provisions to encourage Tribal- Many of us associate your companies In fact, we are already charting this effectively deny Tribal police access to the state partnerships, strengthen local con- with great American success stories! But future. The Native vote is influencing same National Crime Information Center trol of education and begin to help every doesn’t your defense of this name harken important elections, electing Republicans, database that they make available to state, school deliver a high quality education. back to the worst of America’s failures? Democrats and Independents who stand local and even some campus police. We also call on Congress to enact American Indians are appropriately with Indian Country and uphold the trust What does that mean? It means that legislation that supports Native language honored as soldiers and teachers, students responsibility. if a protection order is issued in a domes- programs so education for our children is and first responders, CEOs and commu- A growing number of Native people tic violence case, the Tribal court often rooted in our history and culture. nity leaders. There is no honor in the name hold elective office. I’d like to take a cannot enter that order into the federal Together, we should also take a hard of that team. moment to congratulate my good friend, database. It means that protection might look at the Bureau of Indian Education It’s long past time that Washingto- an Alaska Native and a former NCAI not follow the survivor off the reservation. schools. Congress and the administration nians begin to see their fellow Native board member: Alaska’s new Lieutenant It needs to change. can do more to make sure the Native youth citizens through the eyes of respect and Governor Byron Mallott. The same goes for the census of that attend these schools have high qual- not as mascots for a football business Byron not only embodies his Tlingit governments. Every five years, 70,000 ity teachers, modern technology and the that doesn’t even have a fraction of the culture – but also the idea that Native government entities are surveyed, right facilities to deliver excellent education. resilience, pride or strength of character issues aren’t partisan issues. down to local sewer districts. Along the way, we must continue to But Tribal governments have never of any Tribal nation. The power of the Native vote shows seek innovative solutions. That is why I been included in this process. So when To those who say there are other that when we base our work on the prin- applaud the president’s proposal to make the we appeal for federal resources, we do so issues that Indian Country should focus ciple that our voice can and must be heard, first two years of Tribal and community col- without any of the data that every other on, my response is simple: This issue is we can work together to tear down the lege free. It will finally make K-through-14 government uses to receive funding. no different than any issue we work on barriers to growth for Tribal economies. education in America a reality. every day at the National Congress of We can give the next generation a better And take an especially close look at I look forward to working with Con- American Indians. chance to work hard – and see that work technology. The rural broadband develop- gress and the administration to make this ment project regularly reviews technology As we have since 1944, we will stand pay off. and other necessary investments in our access in rural America. for the rights of Native peoples in every To that end, I see three important youth, Native and non-Native. Yet the last technology census of corner of our society, whether it’s under ways we can modernize the trust relation- After all, the relatively few dollars Tribal nations took place before Google, the bright lights of the NFL or in the vot- ship – simplifying and streamlining gov- we spend on education today will save Twitter or smart phones even existed. The ing booths of South Dakota. ernment regulations, improving education many dollars in the generations to come. best data we do have indicates an ongoing Education destroys poverty and drug and This isn’t a partisan issue. This isn’t and focusing the talents of Tribal nations digital divide. While 73 percent of Ameri- alcohol abuse. an issue of political correctness. We’re not to create economic growth. cans have access to broadband, in Indian trying to make news or make noise. We’re Country it’s only 10 percent. Let’s create economic growth trying to make progress. Let’s simplify and streamline In spite of these barriers, Tribes are We’re standing up, with partners like government regulations Likewise, when it comes to economic maintaining their place as the first Ameri- growth, what’s good for First Americans the Leadership Conference on Civil and Let me start where Ronald Reagan can innovators. Just last week, President Human Rights, the NAACP, the National started – with simplifying government. is good for all Americans. Obama highlighted a public-private part- But what can we do to power eco- Council of La Raza and the Fritz Pollard Part of our frustration today is similar nership that brought high speed Internet nomic growth within Tribes – growth Alliance. We’re standing with Tribes and to the frustration felt by state governments access to the Choctaw Nation. that has ripple effects far beyond their Native organizations, religious leaders forced to live under regulations that were In a community where access was borders? and journalists, school students and for- written for another age and time. once nonexistent, today the Tribal Coun- The answer centers around what mer NFL stars and we’re calling on all I often speak about how my Tribe cil has a new tool to engage citizens. The Tribal governments have proven we can fair-minded Americans to stand with us. lost a major contract with a large retailer. Choctaw School of Language is offer- do when Indian Country has the flex- It happened because the federal govern- ing distance education courses. And the ibility to pursue ideas developed at the It is time to modernize our ment sat on our application for nearly two Broken Bow School District serves over local level. trust relationship years, until the economy crashed and the 1,000 students using smart boards, iPads, When it comes to infrastructure, Tribes To sustain our progress, and build on retailer pulled out of the deal. online lesson plans and tools that increase need safe and well-maintained transporta- it, we must rid ourselves of the old ways Many Tribal leaders have a similar parent engagement. tion options and housing – just like the of thinking about our relationship. story. The fact is that the federal agen- We need a comprehensive and rest of the country. And Tribes need better We must modernize our trust relation- cies that oversee Indian Country are updated study of our technology needs information highways too – just to catch ship. The next step in strengthening that not equipped to deal with all of the deci- to advance more common sense initiatives up with the rest of the country. relationship is for the federal government to sions necessary to build an economy in like this one to increase our participation I urge Congress and the administra- st trust Tribes to determine their own future. the 21 century. in the digital age. tion to accelerate work that is under way This is about more than Tribes hav- Congress and the administration need Of course, there are more legislative ing a seat at the table where decisions to find ways to help bring federal agencies and administrative solutions within reach are made. This is about having policies out of the 19th century and into the 21st than I can discuss here. But I want to focus Continued on next page
February 2015 • Siletz News • 13 Submissions open for Vision Maker Media’s Public Media Content Fund LINCOLN, Neb. – Vision Maker $20,000; awards for production or com- “Through a partnership with the Cen- For Vision Maker Media Public Media has announced a March 18 dead- pletion can be up to half of the project’s ter for Asian American Media (CAAM), Media Content Fund guidelines and a link line for applications from filmmakers for total budget; and new media awards range we’re excited to offer the convenience to the online application, visit visionmak- its Public Media Content Fund, a program from $5,000 to $35,000. of the electronic application submis- ermedia.org/fund. that has funded filmmakers since 1990. Vision Maker Media does not fully sion process through the online platform For provocative and engaging com- With funding from the Corporation fund projects and awardees are required SlideRoom. This program offers a step- pleted films from independent or public for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the Public to seek additional funding from other by-step guide for applicants seeking television producers, Vision Maker Media Media Content Fund will award support sources. Projects selected for funding funding (http://slideroom.besnappy.com/ offers a separate acquisition submission to projects with an American Indian will be offered additional distribution applicant-guide),” said Interactive Media process. To apply, visit visionmakerme- theme and significant Native involvement opportunities, including educational and Specialist Eric Martin. dia.org/acquisitions. that ultimately benefit the entire public home DVD distribution through vision- Vision Maker Media convenes a Vision Maker Media, a nonprofit media community. makermedia.org and video-on-demand. panel of public television professionals, 501(c)(3) that receives major funding Applications must be submitted elec- “Vision Maker Media is looking for independent filmmakers and American from the Corporation for Public Broad- tronically by 11:59 p.m. PST on March 18. compelling Native stories that appeal Indian/Alaska Native educators to review casting, shares Native stories with the “The purpose of this funding oppor- to broad audiences. We’re particularly submissions and recommend applications world by advancing media that represents tunity is to encourage and increase the looking for stories that advance impor- for funding. the experiences, values and cultures of diversity of Native American voices in tant Native issues, such as the American American Indians and Alaska Natives. Additionally, the organization assists Founded in 1977, Vision Maker public media,” said Assistant Director graduate, Indian mascots, Native women, filmmakers with fundraising, navigating Georgiana Lee (Navajo). “There are very suicide prevention, underrepresented Media is the premier source for quality the public television system for national American Indian and Pacific Islander few avenues open to films – much less Tribes, and veterans and military service,” broadcast, educational resource develop- Native documentaries – and we believe said Executive Director Shirley K. Sneve educational and home videos. All aspects ment, community engagement and mar- of our programs encourage the involve- that support from Vision Maker Media (Rosebud Sioux). “We want to see proj- keting efforts. can help open doors for various forms of ects that accurately illuminate aspects of ment of young people to learn more about additional funding for our filmmakers.” contemporary Tribal cultures or peoples.” Notifications of award status will be careers in the media – to be the next gen- eration of storytellers. Projects in any phase of production The 2015 Open Call marks the announced in late July 2015. are eligible to apply for funding with second year for the Public Media Vision Maker Media. Awards for research Content Fund’s electronic application and development range from $5,000 to submission process. Siletz Tribal Head Start
Continued from previous page If you have not sent in an application for your child to attend Siletz Tribal Head Start, it’s not too late. Call 541-444-2532 or 800-922-1399 to request to partner with the private sector to expand Conclusion: Consider what that an application be sent to you. broadband connectivity in Indian Country. our relationship can and Applications also are available on the Tribal website (ctsi.nsn.us) and at When it comes to raising revenue, should look like the Siletz, Salem and Portland area offices. Tribes need the authority to raise tax In the end, the relationship we have revenue free from overlapping state taxa- inherited, like any good relationship, tion and to create incentives for business depends on two things: respect and trust. and jobs. Here, I have a replica wampum belt. I urge Congress to take up significant Today, as they have for generations, A TIP ABOUT tax reform this year – tax reform that the nations of the Iroquois confederacy SECONDHAND includes Tribes and recognizes Tribal exchange belts like this one as a sign of SMOKE sovereignty, so we can better provide peace and friendship. essential services and lay the groundwork I carry this wampum belt today for growth. because it, too, is a sign of peace and I also urge Congress to pass Indian friendship. But it is much more than energy legislation like that proposed that. It also symbolizes the inherent by Chairman Barrasso. This legislation sovereignty of Tribal nations, who LET FUTURE would provide Tribes with greater con- from time immemorial have made trea- trol and flexibility to develop their tra- ties among themselves, treaties with ditional and renewable energy resources European nations and treaties with the GENERATIONS and would create careers and capital in United States. Indian Country. Many generations ago, we did not And to further improve access to capi- share a common language. But we did KNOW THE tal, I urge the administration to remove share a relationship of mutual respect and hurdles in the Bond Guarantee Program admiration and a belief that our futures and ensure that Tribes are included in the would be closely intertwined. DANGERS OF New Markets Tax Credit Program. In 1744, Canassatego, a representa- With these tools in hand, Tribes can tive from the Iroquois confederacy, had more effectively meet local demands with a recommendation for colonists from SECONDHAND local solutions. Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia. He Today, I have reviewed the history of said, “Whatever befalls you, never fall out our trust relationship and discussed the with one another.” SMOKE. opportunities and challenges before us. The same wisdom applies to our NCAI continues to work to convert nation-to-nation relationship today. In the Nathan, Age 54 Oglala Sioux the policy ideas that inspire and guide spirit of Billy Frank Jr. and all those who Idaho Tribal nations today into policy advice shared the vision of common progress and for the administration and Congress. common prosperity. Today, as in the past, we are releasing a May we work together, make progress report that outlines our priorities for this together and build a bright future for all year: Promoting Self-Determination and Americans together. Modernizing the Trust Relationship. The When we uphold this trust, we uphold report identifies specific ways the United the promise that our nations have always States can uphold these commitments. represented and the promise of brighter I urge all members of Congress to futures for generations to come. Secondhand smoke at work triggered Nathan’s severe asthma read it, review it with your staff, use it God bless the Tribal nations and the attacks and caused infections and lung damage. If you or someone you know wants free help to quit smoking, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. as an occasion to continue the necessary National Congress of American Indi- www.cdc.gov/tips conversation about how our nations can ans. And God bless the United States #CDCTips move forward together. of America.
14 • Siletz News • February 2015 Several museums contribute to Summer of Color, including 2 Indian ones SANTA FE, N.M. — Santa Fe appears explored. The exhibit ends with a display to be awash in gradations of adobe brown of dazzling contemporary artistry. yet it is a city of rich colors found nowhere “Turquoise stands for water and for else – as seen by the generations of artists sky, for bountiful harvests, health and who’ve made this city their home. protection,” said Maxine McBrinn, cura- Color in its many shades and hues tor of archaeology at the museum. “The comes to the fore this summer when some color blue-green symbolizes creation and of the city’s leading cultural institutions the hope for security and beauty.” located on Museum Hill coordinate a This comprehensive consideration of series of exhibitions and events. the stone runs through May 2, 2016. Between Memorial Day and Labor Wheelwright Museum of the Day, the participating institutions and their American Indian contributions to Summer of Color are: The Wheelwright Museum of the Museum of International Folk Art American Indian, New Mexico’s oldest non-profit museum, features a modernist Opening May 17 is an exhibition interpretation of a Navajo hooghan (home), about a color that has inspired artists’ an award-winning structure designed and imaginations and seduced viewers for mil- built in 1937 by Santa Fe artist and archi- lennia, The Red That Colored the World. tect William Penhallow Henderson. The Red That Colored the World com- Its contribution to the Summer of bines new research and original scholar- Color is the opening of its new Center ship to explore the history and widespread Silver shoehorn, circa 1950; Awa for the Study of Southwestern Jewelry Tsireh, San Ildefonso Pueblo; Height use of cochineal, an insect-based dye that on June 6-7. produces brilliant reds. Use of the dye 3.5 inches.; Wheelwright Museum of the The new wing will include the first American Indian, Santa Fe originated with indigenous people of the museum gallery in the country devoted Americas before the arrival of Columbus permanently to Navajo and Pueblo tunics, blue was an integral part of the and then spread throughout the world. jewelry and related traditions, includ- colonial world. The desire for blue-and- Visitors can see the little-known ing flatware, hollowware, lapidary and white ceramics led to a near 300-year cochineal bugs and their camouflage by stone carving. monopoly for the workshops of New using IPads with a microscopic attach- Jewelry has been a major Native art Spain creating pottery in imitation of ment. The exhibition follows the use of form in the Southwest for centuries and Chinese porcelains. the precious dye from Mexico to Europe its universal appeal, especially as per- The qualities of a blue pigment he to the U.S. and beyond with a display of sonal adornment, is inextricably linked found being used at Zuni pueblo led Span- more than 130 objects – textiles, sculpture, Courtesy photos by Addison Doty to concepts of identity and status within ish adventurer Bernardo Miera y Pacheco paintings, manuscripts, decorative arts, and across all cultures. Turquoise horse head mounted on to write to Spain about the importance and clothing and more – from the Museum of Stone and shell jewelry from Santo horseshoe bolo with jet and turquoise economic potential of “Zuni blue.” International Folk Art (MOIFA), private Domingo and Zuni represents a continu- inlay, circa 1935; Leekya Deyuse, Zuni; Indigo, then as now, was widely used lenders and museums around the world. ation of an ancient tradition. In the third Height of carving 1.25 inches; Wheel- by weavers and was the prominent color th The exhibition explores the history of quarter of the 19 century, the Navajo wright Museum of the American Indian, in many New Mexican and Native textiles. cochineal and the seductive visual nature learned silversmithing from Spanish New Santa Fe Blue on Blue: Indigo and Cobalt in of red. Visitors are encouraged to try on Mexican smiths and quickly introduced New Spain runs through April 2016. red clothing, take pictures and join in the the art form to the Pueblos. deep symbolic meaning in many cultures social media commentary. Among the iconic and enduring forms around the world. Santa Fe Botanical Garden The Red That Colored the World is on that resulted from these multicultural In Tibet, green communicates peace roots are concha belts, squash-blossom Taking center stage at Museum Hill’s display through Sept. 13, 2015. and ease. In India, it is a symbol of purity, newest member, the Santa Fe Botanical necklaces and other forms in silver, often love and beauty. In Egypt, green repre- decorated with turquoise. Garden, are collections in true living Museum of Indian Arts sents rebirth and renewal. color – a garden full of diverse plants Master smiths featured in the new and Culture Since 2004, the market has gener- that celebrate the region’s rich botanical permanent gallery include Kenneth The Museum of Indian Arts and ated more than $20 million in sales – 90 heritage and biodiversity. Begay, Yazzie Johnson and Gail Bird, Culture, MOIFA’s sister museum shar- percent of which has gone home with The Santa Fe Botanical Garden opens Charles Loloma, Louis Lomay, Fred ing Museum Hill’s Milner Plaza, is as the artists. These monumental earnings Monarch – Orange Takes Flight on May Peshlakai, McKee Platero, Morris Robin- well-known for the spirited and color- empower artists and their communities, 30. Orange will predominate in the con- son, Perry Shorty and many others. ful Native dancers in full dress and the many of whom come from developing tainer gardens on view with other plants The Wheelwright’s jewelry collec- music programs it presents as it is for its countries where the average income is of complimentary colors mixed in. tions are on permanent display in the color-rich exhibitions, such as its ongoing less than $3 a day. These container gardens will be cre- new Center for the Study of South- examination of the quintessential Santa Fe On July 10-12, master folk artists will ated by botanical garden horticulture staff, western Jewelry. color, turquoise. sell their art – jewelry, basketry, textiles, individuals in the gardening, horticulture, woodwork, ceramics and more – at the plant nursery and design fields. Turquoise, Water, Sky: The Stone International Folk Art largest market of its kind. Enjoy interna- In partnership with nature, the Santa and Its Meaning highlights the museum’s Market|Santa Fe tional food and music, artists’ demonstra- extensive collection of Southwestern tur- Fe Botanical Garden demonstrates its When it comes to color, few markets tions and the free Community Celebration quoise jewelry. The exhibition presents all commitment through education. Orange and festivals rival the International Folk on July 8 at St. John’s College Music on aspects of the stone, from geology, mining represents the endangered monarch but- Art Market|Santa Fe, which has become the Hill from 5:30-8 p.m. and history to questions of authenticity terfly with the milkweed growing in the the mecca for master folk artists world- and value. botanical garden the only host plant for wide. More than 150 artists from every Museum of Spanish Colonial Art monarch larvae. For more than 1,000 years, people corner of the globe will board buses, This museum occupies a classically Monarchs and Milkweed is one pub- in the Southwest have used turquoise boats, camels and planes to bring their Southwestern Pueblo Revival-style for- lic program on how to attract the king for jewelry and ceremonial purposes and work to this vast and colorful bazaar. mer home designed in 1930 by acclaimed of the butterflies to your yard. Other traded valuable stones both within and Some arrive as celebrated cultural regional architect John Gaw Meem. orange programs will be presented, such outside the region. Turquoise, Water, Sky artists, while others have never before Blue on Blue: Indigo and Cobalt in as Pumpkins in May (which is when you presents more than 400 necklaces, brace- left their villages, let alone crossed an New Spain opens May 8. It will explore should plant these seeds) and More than lets, belts, rings, earrings, silver boxes and ocean. All of them bring centuries of craft, the use and importance of blue dyes Terracotta, where visitors will have the other objects illustrating how the stone Tribal identity and the seeds of economic and pigments in colonial life and the opportunity to help the garden plant its was used and its deep significance to the promise to this truly unique world stage. continued popularity of blue among the orange and take a few plants home to start people of the region. As a symbol of hope, sustainability traditional arts of today. your own pot. Ancient Pueblo (Santo Domingo, and preservation, green sets the theme From images of the Virgin Mary to Monarch – Orange Takes Flight runs Zuni and others) and Navajo traditions are for the market. The color green holds household blankets, ceramics and friars’ through Sept. 13, 2015.
February 2015 • Siletz News • 15 Tribal Council Timesheets for December 2014
Lillie Butler – 12/1/14-12/31/14 Sharon Edenfield – 12/1/14-12/31/14 TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl 11 11 12/1-5 Packets 3.5 3.5 12/3 Interviews 1 1 3 12/8 Chemawa Station 1.5 2.5 12/6 STAHS 2.5 2.5 5 12/9-10 Packets 3 2 12/11 Special TC – gaming Gloria Ingle – 12/1/14-12/31/14 1.5 1.5 2 12/12 All-staff mtg .75 .75 7 12/14-15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl 7.5 7.5 12/16-18 Packets 3.5 1 12/11 Special TC – gaming 4.25 4.25 12/19 Regular TC 3 3 1 12/12 All-staff mtg 6.75 6.75 12/22-24 Sign checks, packets 1 1 6 12/15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney 9 9 12/26-31 Sign checks, packets 4.25 4.25 .75 12/19 Regular TC
Loraine Y. Butler – 12/1/14-12/31/14 Alfred Lane III – 12/1/14-12/31/14 TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl 3 3 12/6-7 Packets 8 8 12 12/2-4 White House Tribal Nations Conf 1.25 1.25 3.5 12/8 Chemawa Station 1.75 1.75 2 12/11 Special TC – gaming 2.25 2.25 2.5 12/9 Mtg w/OSP, packets .75 .75 6 12/15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney 2.75 2.75 3 12/10 OYA, packets .5 .5 12/18 Packets 3.5 2 12/11 Special TC – gaming 3.75 3.75 12/19 Regular TC 2.5 2.5 2 12/12 All-staff mtg 1 2 12/22 Sign CW checks and docs .5 .5 6 12/15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney 2 2 12/16-17 Packets 4.25 5.25 12/19 Regular TC Delores Pigsley – 12/1/14-12/31/14 .75 .75 12/23 Packets TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl 2 2 12/31 New Year’s 2.75 2.75 .5 12/1-5 Mail, news article, agenda items 1 1 1 2.5 12/6-7 Casino event, mail Reggie Butler Sr. – 12/1/14-12/31/14 1.75 1.75 1.5 12/8 Chemawa Station, mail 2 2 .5 12/9 VAWA ceremony, mail TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl 4 4 12/10 Mail, prep for council 11.25 11.25 12/1-5 Interviews, sign checks, packets 2.5 2.5 12/11 Special TC – gaming, mail 2 2 3 12/8 Chemawa Station, packets 2 2 .5 12/12-14 Mail, agenda items 5 5 12/9-10 Sign checks, packets 1.25 1.25 2 12/15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney, agenda items 3.5 2 12/11 Special TC – gaming 5 5 1 12/16-18 Mail, prep for council, news article, 1.5 1.5 2 12/12 All-staff mtg agenda items .75 .75 7 12/14-15 Mtg w/U.S. attorney 2.75 2.75 .25 12/19-23 Mail 5.25 5.25 4.5 12/16-18 Sign checks, packets 2.25 2.25 .25 2.5 12/26-29 Mail, agenda items 4.75 4.75 12/19 Regular TC .5 .5 2.5 12/31 Casino event, mail 6.75 6.75 12/22-24 Sign checks, packets 8 8 12/26-31 Sign checks, packets Tribal Council E-mail Addresses Jessie Davis – 12/1/14-12/31/14 • Tribal Chairman: Delores Pigsley [email protected] TC Ind Gmg STBC Tvl • Vice Chairman: Alfred “Bud” Lane III [email protected] 1 1 12/3 Packets • Treasurer: Robert Kentta [email protected] 3 12/10 Packets • Secretary: Sharon Edenfield [email protected] 4 3 12/11 Special TC – gaming 1 1 5 12/18-19 Regular TC • Lillie Butler [email protected] • Loraine Butler [email protected] • Reggie Butler Sr. [email protected] • Jessie Davis [email protected] Be a Foster Parent–Help a Child in Need • Gloria Ingle [email protected]
“When the Children Grow Old… We Want Them to Know We Fought for Them” ~ There are many ways to fight to protect our children. One of those ways is by being a foster parent. The Siletz Tribal Indian Child Welfare Department is accepting and recruiting foster homes on behalf of our Tribal children. ~ If we see a child in need, We meet the needs of that child. It is the way of our people. ~ For more information and an application, call: Leah Suitter, Case Manager lll Foster Parent Certifier, CTSI-ICW 800.922.1399, ext #1275, or 541.444.8275
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CWCR_February_10.5x14.75_Siletz_News.indd 1 February 2015 • Siletz News 1/16/15 • 3:41 17PM Chinook Winds Casino Resort Entertainment Special Events Feb. 7-8: Bubbles @ the Beach Soccer Rogue River Lounge Sun: 100% Payout Blackjack Tourney Feb. 1: Super Sunday Golf 2-person $10/entry Fri & Sat: Ultrasonic DJ, cover Mon: Martini Mondays at Chinook’s scramble Feb. 13-14: Comedy on the Coast 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Seafood Grill Feb. 1: Super Sunday Viewing Parties, 8 p.m., $15 Convention Center and Aces Tue: Boomers Club Feb. 2-5: ATNI Winter Conference, Feb. 27-28: Masters of Illusion Chinook’s Seafood Grill $2 Tuesdays at Aces Sports Bar Convention Center 8 p.m., $28-$43 (all-ages show) Wed: Kit Taylor (pianist) – 5 - 9 p.m. & Grill Feb. 7: Antique Appraise a Thon, Conven- March 13-14: Foreigner (sold out) Feb. 14: Steve Sloan Band (One Way Out) Wed: Wine Wednesdays at Chinook’s tion Center March 27-28: Comedy on the Coast (classic rock) – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Seafood Grill Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Dining 8 p.m., $15 Feb. 27-28: Michelle Drey Branded Band Feb. 21: Birthday Slot Tournament April 17-18: Travis Tritt (country) – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. First Tuesday: Boomer Sunrise Slots Feb.21: Lincoln City Chamber Super March 13-14: Mike Branch Band Auction, Aces banquet room 8 p.m., $23.50-$38.50 First Tuesday: Boomer Nooner Slots (country) – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Feb. 19-22: Newport Seafood and Wine May 8-10: Tattoo Festival April 17-18: Much More Country Third Thursday: Twilight Slots Festival $10/day or $25/weekend pass (country/southern rock) – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Last Monday: Mayhem Mondays Slots Feb. 21-March 1: Pacwest Poker Classic May 29-30: Collective Soul May 29-30: Responsible Party March 28: Arm Wrestling Competition, 8 p.m., $30-$45 (alternative/rock) – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Convention Center
All events, concerts and promotions are subject to Follow us on Twitter, find us on Facebook or visit our website change at the discretion of Chinook Winds Casino Resort. at chinookwindscasino.com. For more information about events in North Lincoln County, visit lcchamber.com, oregoncoast.org or lincolncity-culturalcenter.org. Tickets go on sale 90 days For more information or to obtain in advance. tickets for all concerts, call Concerts in the showroom are the Chinook Winds box office Masters of Illusion brings magic to for ages 16 and older. Comedy at 888-CHINOOK (888-244-6665) on the Coast in the convention or 541-996-5825; or call the beach in show for all ages center is for ages 21 and older. 888-MAIN-ACT (624-6228). Masters of Illusion, the largest magi- illusionist combined with the speed and cal touring show in the world, brings its modern design of the 21st century. all-ages magic show to Chinook Winds This is a live show with no camera Casino Resort on Feb. 27-28. tricks, no computer graphics – just amaz-
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18 • Siletz News • February 2015 Dear friends and family: Dear Tribal members: I want to let all of you know what is happening with me. I got arrested Sept. 28, It has been a real honor and a privilege to be on Tribal Council for the past 26 years. 2013, with a handgun and charged with felon in possession of a firearm by the U.S. I have always worked for the best interest of all Tribal members, not just a select few. government. Having been convicted in the past for burglary, I was indicted under the I would like to thank those of you who supported me throughout the years. I have “Armed Career Criminal Act,” which Congress created in 1986. In short, this sentenc- always been committed to keeping a positive attitude and building an economy that ing enhancement is a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years to life. would hire all the Tribal members possible. I plead guilty on Dec. 2, 2014, in federal court. I go to sentencing on March 16, I am very proud to be involved in a lot of the economical and cultural actions of the 2015. On that day, Judge Marcos Hernandez will determine my final sentence. I’m Tribe. I am especially proud of being chairman of the gaming that planned, designed trying to show the U.S. district attorney that I’m not a violent or dangerous person. and constructed Chinook Winds Casino Resort. It took a lot of people and hard work, When I was pulled over and arrested, I was just returning from target shooting and but the results have been successful. had my compound bow and other hunting apparel. No stolen items or contraband. I am also proud of the current council as we have moved forward in getting sup- Now I’m asking for any friends, family or acquaintances to write a letter to my port and help from the legislatures in Washington, D.C. attorney showing support and possibly telling the government that I’m not an evil Dee Pigsley has been an excellent chairman for the Tribe and I’ve been glad to person, not a violent offender, dangerous or deserving of such an outrageous sentence. work with her over the years. Any letter of support will be welcome. I would especially like to thank my family for their support and allowing me the For those who wish to help or contact me, please do. Time is a factor, so please time to be on Tribal Council. write me or my attorney: Sincerely, Jessie Davis Manuel Bayya #76100-065 Gerald Needham Federal Detention Center Federal Public Defender P.O. Box 6000 101 SW Main St., Suite 1700 Sheridan, OR 97378 Portland, OR 97204 First Nations grants help Indian youth LONGMONT, Colo. – First Nations that seeks to re-engage youth discon- I sincerely miss you all and love you. All the letters of support I can get will be Development Institute (First Nations) has nected from culture and traditions. very helpful. Please help. awarded five grants to American Indian The program focuses on intergenera- Sincerely, organizations through its Advancing Posi- tional trauma as well as the concepts Manuel Joseph Bayya tive Paths for Native American Boys and of patriarchy and gender roles. Young Men program for the 2014-2015 • The STAR School (Flagstaff, Ariz.) funding cycle. – All My Relations: Mentoring On behalf of my campaign (Ninja) clan and myself: The grants, totaling $300,000, will sup- Native American Young Men and We want to extend our appreciation for all the support we have been shown on the port organizations or programs connecting Boys – $50,000. This project will campaign trail. It’s been a very learning and wonderful experience. American Indian boys and young men to focus on pairing 20 American Indian By the time you read this, hopefully you have already voted and have learned community mentors to experience mean- young men and boys who are at more about our powerful Tribe and have helped to bring about healthy change. I have ingful and culturally based community risk of dropping out of high school so much respect for our Sovereign Nation, our trusted leaders, our wonderful Tribal services from support systems that empha- or who have dropped out of high staff and our diverse and mighty general membership. We belong to a very strong size educational achievement and cultural school in the Flagstaff area with nine people. I will continue to support the Tribe in the commitments I have made to serve learning as vehicles to future success. respected American Indian adult men our people, our communities. First Nations believes the success of and Elders and one American Indian Not knowing the results of the elections, as I write this, I want to say that I’m Native boys and young men is ultimately woman teacher, all of whom are com- happy to be a part of this campaign. There was a showing of many good candidates, I important to the future success of Indian mitted to working toward success am fortunate as I know each of them personally. I want to wish them each good luck Country. The Robert Wood Johnson Foun- with these youth. and blessings in their next chapter of their lives. dation, in partnership with NEO Philan- • Ysleta del Sur Pueblo (Ysleta del Whatever the outcome, I truly thank you for helping me in so many ways. I’ve thropy (formally Public Interest Projects), Sur Pueblo, Texas) – Empowering learned a lot more about our people, made many new friends and appreciate all of supports First Nations and this project to Tribal Warriors – $50,000. The Young you that have contacted me, supported me throughout the campaign and in my life. I promote opportunity and health for young Warrior Initiative is a mentorship couldn’t do it without your love, encouragement and your prayers. men of color in rural communities in the program that teaches Tribal youth I especially am grateful for all the first-time voters. Please keep it up and cast your South and Southwest. how to “walk in two worlds.” Tribal ballots by staying informed and staying involved. Matching grant support from the youth and their mentors participate in Our family circle has grown. Until we meet again, be well and I hope we continue Kalliopeia Foundation also was used to activities such as bow and arrow mak- our friendships for life. Ta-gah huska sho na schisly. May God/Creator watch over support this program. ing, drumming, pottery and a college you until we meet again. The 2014-2015 grantees are: preparatory workshop. Respectfully, Selene Rilatos • Cocopah Indian Tribe (Somerton, About First Nations Ariz.) – Credit Recovery and Career Development Institute Contact the Siletz Community Dental Clinic if you experience dental pain Exploration (CRACE) – $50,000. For 34 years, using a three-pronged or a dental emergency. The staff will do everything it can to see you as soon as The goal of the CRACE project is to strategy of educating grassroots practi- reasonably possible. provide the resources and materials tioners, advocating for systemic change Morning check-in time is Monday-Thursday from 8:30-9 a.m. and Friday for at-risk youth and truant students and capitalizing Indian communities, from 10-10:30 a.m. Afternoon check-in time is Monday-Friday from 1-1:30 p.m. to recover academic credit, provide First Nations has been working to restore the resources and networking oppor- American Indian control and culturally tunities for future career exploration, compatible stewardship of the assets they Siletz News Letters Policy develop opportunities for male youth own – be they land, human potential, cul- to experience and develop leader- tural heritage or natural resources – and Siletz News, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is ship skills and, ultimately, to reduce to establish new assets for ensuring the published once a month. Our editorial policy encourages input from readers about school delinquency and increase long-term vitality of American Indian stories printed in Siletz News and other tribal issues. student performance in school. communities. All letters must include the author’s signature, address, and phone number in • Santa Fe Indian School Leadership First Nations serves American Indian order to be considered for publication. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any Institute (Santa Fe, N.M.) – Pueblo communities throughout the United letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of Pathways Project – $75,000. The pur- States. For more information, visit first- a letter that may contain profane language, libelous statements, personal attacks, pose of the Pueblo Pathways Project nations.org. or unsubstantiated statements. is to reduce middle school and high Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published let- school dropout rates within Pueblo About NEO Philanthropy ters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Siletz News, Tribal employees, or Indian communities. The mentor- Launched in 1983 as Public Inter- Tribal Council. ship program seeks to reinforce the est Projects, NEO is a national leader Please type or write legibly. Letters longer than 450 words may be edited for cultural values and traditions that in creating and unleashing innovative length as approved by Tribal Council Resolution #96-142. are the foundation of Pueblo identity. philanthropic strategies that marshal the • Tewa Women United (Santa Cruz, collective resources and experience of Please note: The general manager Editor-in-Chief: Brenda Bremner N.M.) – Sengipaa Ing Vi: Journey people passionate about driving positive of the Siletz Tribe is the editor-in-chief Editor: Diane Rodriquez of Becoming a Man – $75,000. The social change. of Siletz News. project is a mentorship program for Visit theneodifference.org for more American Indian youth age 14-18 information.
February 2015 • Siletz News • 19 W urstfest Run Come for the run Stay for the fun
The Wurst Run, presented by race NORTHWEST, is Feb. 14, 2015. The event features a 5k run and walk and a 10k run. It’s an uphill, downhill, don’t get lost, eat great sausage (wurst), beer drinking after the fun run. This race navigates along the streets of Mt. Angel and includes just enough hills to make it one of the wurst (challenging) runs you might do this spring. Along the way see the sights of Mt. Angel, views of Mt. Hood Happy 1st Birthday to our daughter, Happy 4th Birthday, Brayden! Con- and hazelnut orchards. Attack the Shay Metcalf! We can’t believe Feb. 5 is Happiest Birthday ever, Alea! We’re grats on meeting Ryan Anderson! You hills in the first half and cruise to so happy you were born 10 years ago. already here! You’re already so smart and live life with so much passion and bring such a character! We wish you many great the finish in a downhill sprint to the Keep making us proud. joy to the whole family. We’re so proud finish line, then celebrate at the Mt. years to come. You’re such a blessing! of you. We love you so much. Angel Wurstfest. Miles, Mom, Isaac and Maya Love you – Mom and Dad All our love, Momma and Dad This event is open to both run- Happy #4, baby brother Bray Bray! ners and walkers. For more information about the Siletz Tribe, You’re my best friend and I love you. please visit ctsi.nsn.us. Your big brother, biggest fan and best Registration includes race entry, friend – Ky Ky festival entry, stein and complimentary beverage.
Passages Policy Pre-registration is $25. Day-of-race registration is $30. Submissions to Passages are For more information or to limited to two 25-word items per register online – Native and Indigenous Student Union person, plus one photo if desired. http://racenorthwest.com/ presents All birthday, anniversary and holiday wurstrun/ wishes will appear in the Passages or [email protected] 13th Annual Social Powwow section. Siletz News reserves the right Major sponsors for this event: th Warsteiner Beers of Germany Saturday March 14 , 2015 to edit any submission for clarity and length. Not all submissions are 7 Brides Brewing guaranteed publication upon submis- Mt. Angel Sausage Company Grand Entry and Contest- 4pm sion. Please type or write legibly and See you at Wurstfest! submit via e-mail when possible. Hosted by the Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce
Feb. 13-14, 2015 The Siletz Clinic 10 a.m.-10 p.m. both days is 100 percent All festivities under one roof in the Mt. Angel Community Festhalle tobacco-free. 500 S Wilco Highway Mt. Angel, Oregon
Siletz Tribal items available for purchase Rogue River Treaty Blanket – Men’s Chicken Dance Contest Tribal Members, $156 General Public, $205 Bob Tom: Master of Ceremonies CTSI Blue Glass Coffee Mug – $6 Siletz Tribe Beanie Cap – $8 Dietz Peters: Arena Director CTSI Tribal Flag 3’x5’ – $68.70
Host Drum: Arlie Neskahi ‘83 and the White Eagle Singers Please contact Darlene Carkhuff at 541-444-8201 or 800-922-1399, Funding Guaranteed for first 10 Drums ext. 1201, with questions or to pur- chase items.
Contact Office of Multicultural Affairs Special thanks to Darin Rilatos for his 503.370.6265 or [email protected] help with displaying the merchandise.
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