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Visitors from all over had the opportunity tour the gardens and purchase some plants along with to the chance to buy from tribal artists and sample traditional food, including seafood chowder and fry bread. An End to the Season Heronswood Hosts Fall Open Garden & Plant Sale

Community News — On September 7, Her- this event possible, especially the Port onswood hosted its final Open Garden & Gamble S’Klallam community. It has only Plant Sale of the season. been through their ownership and dedication to reopening this treasure that we’ve Throughout the day, upwards of a thou- been able to come as far as we have in just sand people visited Heronswood to tour over a year,” said Nancy Heckler, General the garden and shop from local nurseries, Manager, Heronswood. which included Windcliff, Far Reaches, Dancing Oaks, Dig Nursery, Friendly The Septem- “A big thank Natives, Longbranch, Robinwood, Col- ber 7 event you to everyone vos Creek, Chimacum Woods, Celestial was the third Dream, Keeping it Green, Foxglove, Heronswood- who made this Rhododendron Species Foundation, and hosted Garden event possible, Dragonfly. Open & Plant especially the Sale of 2013. Port Gamble Visitors also had the opportunity to buy The first, on S’Klallam from tribal artists and sample traditional May 18, was food, including seafood chowder and fry the first event community. bread. Proceeds from the food and drink open to the sales benefited the PGST Canoe Family public since PGST took ownership in July and the PGST Worship Center. While 2012. Since late last year, staff and a team the event was free, a $10 donation to the of volunteers have worked to begin restora- Port Gamble S’Klallam Foundation was tion of the garden and its buildings. required to tour the garden. For more information, please visit “A big thank you to everyone who made Heronswood.com. Page 2 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

Economic Impact Of Port Gamble Tribal-Owned Businesses S’Klallam Tribe 31912 Little Boston Road NE Chairman's Corner — In Washing- gear, food, special clothing, daycare Kingston, WA 98346 ton State, there are 29 federally services, and more. The harvest also Telephone: 360-297-2646 helps employ local buyers, proces- Fax: 360-297-7097 recognized tribes. In each of the Website: www.pgst.nsn.us counties that in which these tribes sors, and shippers, while grocery Email: [email protected] live they are often one of the area’s stores, seafood distributors, and major employers. In short, tribes, restaurants benefit from accessing Tribal Council including, of course, our own, locally caught seafood. As fishers • Jeromy Sullivan, Chairman are paid for their hard work that make a huge impact on the eco- • Chris Tom, Vice Chairman nomics of Washington State. money is spent at local stores and restaurants on food, clothing, fuel, • Dawn Purser, Councilman There are a lot of examples: the home goods, school supplies, and • Lena Tunkara, Councilman Tulalip Tribes’ Quil Ceda Village other fam- • Jamie Aikman, Councilman outlet mall, located just outside ily needs. In Our • Kyle Carpenter, Councilman Seattle, accounts for close to 5,500 short, a lot fishermen are local jobs with an annual payroll of of people de- responsible Entity Directors $98 million. Our Tribe, along with pend on our for more than • Betty Decoteau, CFO Suquamish, are top employers in fishermen! feeding their • Dallas DeGuire, Executive Director Kitsap County alongside the Navy families; they of Administration and the school districts. The ex- This pic- are apart of • Kelly Sullivan, Executive Director pansion of The Point Casino alone ture plays our state’s of Tribal Services brought with it dozens of jobs to a out all over economic • Noel Higa, Director, Port Gamble struggling economy. the Puget recovery. Development Authority Sound. • Chris Placentia, Housing Director The prosperity of tribes also im- Recently, • Leo Culloo, General Manager, pacts the health, safety, and qual- Crosscut, an online publication, The Point Casino ity of life of the communities in wrote a series of articles that tried • Linda Helm, Director, Tribal which they live. Our Tribe gifts to measure the importance of fish- Gaming Agency ing to Washington’s economic thousands of dollars each year to • Laurie Mattson, PGS Foundation non-profit, educational, and com- health. While they concluded that Executive Director munity groups through our Ap- over $6 billion is brought in by pendix X giving program. In 2008, commercial fishing, the number PGST Vision Statement the Jamestown S’Klallam donated of jobs linked to the industry can Our vision is to achieve the full potential of close to $100,000 to expand the only be estimated at tens of thou- the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal sovereign Blyn Fire District in Sequim. sands. This is because there are a nation to be self-sufficient, proud, strong, While all tribes with a casino are lot of jobs—engineers, boat build- healthy, educated and respected. required to give back a portion of ers, gear manufacturers/retailers, etc—that rely on fishing indirectly. PGST Mission Statement the money they take in, many ex- The mission of the Port Gamble S’Klallam ceed the state minimum. In an area that today might be Tribe is to exercise sovereignty and ensure sometimes better known for coffee, self-determination and self-sufficiency While it’s fairly easy to measure high-tech, and aerospace, there’s through visionary leadership. We will the economic impact of tribal- little argument that fishing has a ensure the health, welfare and economic owned businesses, it’s far more deep economic influence. success of a vibrant community through difficult to look at the money education, economic development, Our fishermen are responsible for preservation and protection of the rich brought in by one of our most es- culture, traditions, language, homelands sential employers: fisheries. Not more than feeding their families; and natural resources of our Tribe. only does fishing take on a lot of they are apart of our state’s eco- different forms—commercial, sub- nomic recovery. Fishing is one of sistence, fin vs. shellfishing—the the hardest and most dangerous trickle down effect is massive. jobs around, but, for those who do it, it’s also one of the most reward- For example, shellfish harvesting ing. It brings our fishermen (and from Port Gamble Bay and the women) closer to our culture and Hood Canal brings in millions of ancestors. It’s a proud tradition; dollars each year. This revenue has one that I’m positive will exist long an aggregate economic effect for after the Microsoft and Starbucks Kitsap County businesses and sur- are but a distant memory. rounding communities. During the harvest, fishers require essential goods and services, such as marine Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News | October 2013 | Page 3 2013 S’KLALLAM DAYS A festival of S'Klallam pride, fun activities and good memories.

Tribal Business — How about those fire- works folks?!? I must say the best show ever!!! Thank you to everyone who volunteered during S’Klallam days, it was a great success and I could not have done it without the help of all those who lent a helping hand and assisted me with everything from set up & clean up, to taking a shift at the t-shirt table or bouncy slide. This year’s games & activities were a blast. The following are prize winners and this year’s titleholders:

Sharp shooters: • 1st place – Steph Sullivan • 2nd place – Pete Bunich sr. • 3rd place – Steph Carpenter

Cook off winners: • Janis makris • Donna Jones

Horseshoe tournament: • 1st place – Mark Hendricks • 2nd place – Joey Fulton • 3rd place – Adrian purser • Crowd’s choice – Harmony & Strong man & woman: Charity Tyson • Joe Ives jr. • Crowd’s choice – • Angel Ives Jayla Moon • Crowd’s choice – Bethany swift Talent show: • 1st place – Peyton Watland Strong stomach contest: • 2nd place – Nizhoni Price Began with 15 hungry competitors along with an • 3rd place – Angel Ives eager, very watchful crowd. After the first course was consumed the competition dropped to a mere 4 competitors, even some innocent on lookers were nowhere to be found. The final titles go to: • 1st place – Pete Bunich sr. • 2nd place – Chris Heeps Key • 3rd place – Gary Wellman sr. (mags) Royalty pageant: This year’s royalty pageant was huge. There were Tribal 52 applicants in all, with a total of 38 outstanding Business finalists. After each brave soul took the lime light, your 2013/14 S’Klallam royalty are:

Natural Lil S’Klallam Princess – age 6-8 Analee McDonald Resources Runner up — Faith Halsey

Jr S’Klallam Princess – age 9-11 Community Katamia Ives News Runner up — Nizhoni Price

Miss S’Klallam Princess – age 12-14 Clinic & Health Brieanna Joy Donaldson Runner up — Lillian Ives

Senior S’Klallam Princess – age 15-17 Dominique Archambault Wanting to place Runner up — Kaitlyn Gutierrez an advertisement or submit an article? S’Klallam Queen – Miranda smith Contact Sharon Purser, at the Port Gamble S’Klallam Mr. S’Klallam Warrior – age 12-14 Tribal Center, Adam Charles 31912 Little Boston Road, Sr. S’Klallam Warrior – age 15-17 Kingston, Washington Jarod Decoteau (360) 297-6276 or [email protected] S’Klallam King – Dean Fulton Page 4 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

"How Many Meals?" Updates on this past Summer Lunch Program

Community News — The Family Assistance Tribal Summer School programs and the Program & Children and Family Services Summer Youth Worker program. Department is pleased to announce that we’ve • Elder’s Dept. has continued to allow us to had another successful year with the Simpli- use their refrigeration for our inventory. fied Summer Food (Summer Lunch) Program! • Youth Dept. allowed us to use their out- This year we served lunch free to kids start- door space along with advertising for us in ing June 24th all the way thru summer until the monthly calendars. August 30th for a total of 10 weeks! This earned Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe a Gold Star Award recognition from the Children’s We’ve been lucky enough to have had the Alliance. same 2 cooks working with the program both years. Mike Fulton and Jim Faber really make In total, 2,474 meals were served this this program possible! It’s a big commitment to come each day for the middle of the day summer! and serve up all of the yummy food for the forward to continuing the Summer Lunch kids and these two really do a great job! A big program each summer, as do many children in I would like to thank some of our partner- thank you to them for making this happen for this community! ships: our kids!! Many thanks for another great summer, • Career & Ed Dept. along with the ECEP There were numerous other staff and com- Stacy Mills really helped out by giving us the oppor- munity volunteers that also made this pro- Family Assistance Program Manager tunity to serve the Summer Experience gram possible. Thank you to everyone. I look Program students along with the other The Academic Coaches Looking to help our students one subject at a time

Community News — The Academic Coaches 3. Tuesdays-Thursdays-Math Tutoring & Read- • Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Grades: work with each school Principal in charge of ing Tutoring-ALL SCHOOL PROGRAM. Shayna Reynolds (360) 297-6343 Email: [email protected] their building to set work schedules. We also a.The KMS will provide transportation by work with the NKSD Native American Liai- bus on these two days. sons in each building, as they are available. • 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades Sandra Horton (360) 297-6343 A big change this year is using the “team” ap- KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL: Email: [email protected] proach of visiting each school as a four-coach 1. Wednesday Tutorial: 7:55 am to 8:30 am team, breaking out to S’Klallam students • 6th, 7th, and 8th grades visiting them in each class they are enrolled in. 2. Thursday Tutorial: 7:55 am to 8:30 am Francine Swift (360) 297-6322 Email: [email protected] The PGST Education Department priority is 3. Thursday Study Hall: 1:40-2:25 pm to meet students where they are, with minimal interruption to their routine. Part of our over-all collaborations includes • 9th and 10th grades helping to plan the Opportunity Fair, which Bethany Swift (360) 297-6343 The PGST as a whole, had consultants review focuses on high school students this year. It Email: [email protected] current practices of each department. These will be on October 8. We attend these plan- consultants developed plans to best meet the ning meetings and participate in the event. We • 11th and 12th grades needs of S’Klallam people. The Coaches are have a Reading Corps orientation on Oct 23rd. Susan Rierson (360) 297-6319 using the recommendations to meet students Email: [email protected] where they work in their day to day living. We are planning for fall conferences as well. As an effort to increase student attendance, WOLFLE: Wolfle has quarterly attendance meeting, "ALL STAR" CALENDAR 2013-2014 Wolfle students will see coaches in their school: which Sandra and Shayna will participate. (In Tribal Kitchen 4:00 - 5:00 1. Reading and Math Labs before school Kingston Middle School has a monthly atten- or when bus gets here) tutoring-Mon-Thurs 8:30-9:00 am dance meeting the third Wednesday of every month at 11:30. • Thurs. Oct. • Thurs. Mar. 2. Walk to Read Program 10th 6th 3. Reading Corps Parents, we always appreciate your input and support when working with your students. • Thurs. Nov. • Thurs. April 4. In class, where S’Klallam students have the Your support makes a significant impact in highest numbers or needs your students’ education. Susan Reiersen works 7th 10th with us to train us regarding one-on-one meth- • Thurs. Dec. • Thurs. May ods that work with students, as well as how she KINGSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL: outreaches to our community and follows up 12th 8th 1. 4TH period classes, 5th period classes and with students. 6th period classes on regular classroom • Thurs. Jan. • Thurs. June instruction days. We are tracking students as follows; case man- 9th 5th 2. Mondays-Native American Education Pro- aging regarding attendance and assignment • Thurs. Feb. gram tutoring-after school. A coach will completion: provide transportation home on this day. 6th Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News | October 2013 | Page 5 How are our kids doing? This year's Healthy Youth Survey results

Clinic & Health — Every other spring the pre- favorable attitudes about marijuana use and vention program (Chi-e-chee) conducts a survey tend to believe that their parents would see among parents & youth called the Healthy marijuana use as wrong. The older youth Youth Survey (HYS). When the tribe first began carry some more favorable attitudes about conducting this survey the rates were coming marijuana use, yet do believe that parents back with alarmingly high numbers. We were would see marijuana use as wrong. having numbers that doubled those of the State. • The older youth estimate that over 48 This prompted prevention to take a serious look percent of Tribal youth have used marijuana at what our youth face and took measures to in the past 30 days (in contrast to the actual reduce the numbers. rate of 30 percent). Of note the perceived marijuana use rates are slightly lower in the Here are the numbers from the HYS taken this 2013 survey. past spring. You will notice some youth report- • In 2013 the youth report that it is fairly easy ing accessibility and use however, what you do to get marijuana in the community. Over not see, today the state’s numbers are twice as 53 percent of younger youth report easy high as ours. Through prevention’s education access; about 75 percent of the older youth and awareness efforts we have cut our numbers report easy access. This is a dramatic varia- in half. tion from the low rates experienced in 2012. Port Gamble S’Klallam • Lower percentages of youth believe they would get caught by police if using mari- percent believe they will attend at least some HYS Data Summary (2013) juana in the community. About 40 percent college, and over 40 percent expect a college of the younger youth report they would get or graduate degree. As a comparison in the • 78 total respondents from Grades 6-12: 43 caught while only 20 percent of the older 2009 survey about 75 percent believed they Female, 33 Male respondents youth report the same. would attend some college, but only 18 per- • 6th grade (n=18), grades 7-9 (n=39), grades cent expected a college or advanced degree. 10-12 or out of school (n=20) Other Substance Use Measures • In 2013 we started asking about use of Health/Relationships Alcohol “prescription drugs not prescribed to you” in • Over 80 percent report it is “somewhat or • The rates of 30 day alcohol use remain low: the past 30 days. About 10 percent of the very likely” that they would “seek help for a 5 percent for those in grades 7-9 and about younger youth report such use, yet none of friend who they thought might be depressed 20 percent for those in grades 10-12. The the older youth report the same. or suicidal.” About 78 percent report they Binge Drinking rate for the older youth is at • The percentages of respondents reporting “would seek help for themselves if feeling its lowest level over time (i.e., 8 percent) riding in a car with someone drinking, or depressed or suicidal.” • Youth continue to report higher risk of harm drinking and driving remain lower and con- • About 35 percent of respondents reported of alcohol use. sistent from past survey years for younger being harassed or bullied at school in the youth. The percent of older youth riding • The youth generally have less favorable at- past 30 days. About 24 percent report in a car with someone using substances (30 titudes about alcohol use and tend to believe harassment or bullying at the Youth Center percent) is slightly elevated. that their parents would see alcohol use as or on the Reservation, an increase from the wrong. • In the 2013 survey the youth reported on 2012 survey. the most likely consequence if caught drink- • There is some decline from 2012 in youth ing or smoking marijuana. The majority perceptions of rates of alcohol use among Family (51-56 percent) report a “youth would go peers; the average high school youth reports • The youth respondents continue to report to the police station,” while an additional that about 38 percent of other Tribal youth high levels of family involvement, family 27-31 percent believe the police would “call have used alcohol in the last month. This management and monitoring among par- the youth’s parents.” There is little variation rate, though, is still slightly higher than the ents. They agree that parents involve them from the 2012 results. actual use rate for youth of that age. in decisions, and know where they are. • In the 2013 survey the youth reported on • In 2013 there is an increase in youth per- • Over 85 percent report their family has the most likely consequence if caught drink- ceived access to alcohol. For example, over clear rules about alcohol and drug use, and ing or smoking marijuana at school. The 60 percent of the younger youth report it almost 86 percent report that they have been most likely consequence included “suspen- would be easy to get alcohol, a substantial explained the consequences of rule breaking. sion or expulsion”, though of note a high increase from the past few years, and, in fact, • About 80 percent report that a “parent/ percent of younger youth (35 percent) the highest level experienced over the course guardian knows where I am and who I am believe the school would call the police. of the survey administrations. with.” • In the 2013 survey the youth reported on • We also observe a drop in perceived enforce- • In 2013 we asked about parental commu- the most likely consequence if caught drink- ment; lower percentages of youth believe nication with youth about substance use ing or smoking marijuana by their parents. they would get caught by police if using and pregnancy prevention issues. About 73 The majority report that their parents would alcohol in the community. As an example percent report that their parents have talked ground them or take away some privileges. about 46 percent of the younger youth with them in the past year about alcohol The percent who report “nothing” would believe they would get caught, a rate consid- use; about 68 percent report the same about happen declined between 2012 and 2013. erably lower than the last three years. marijuana use. Also 67 percent report some conversation about pregnancy prevention School issues. Marijuana • Over 38 percent of respondents enjoy be- • About 10 percent of the younger youth ing in school “often or almost always,” the smoked marijuana in the last 30 days. This Tribal Youth Activities lowest level over past survey years. Over 75 rate is consistent with past years. About 30 • The youth report active involvement in the percent try to do best work in school “often percent of the older youth smoked mari- Tribal Youth Center. Almost 32 percent re- or almost always,” an increase from 2012. juana in the last 30 days. The youth are still port coming several times a week, and only more likely to report being high at school • In the 2013 survey there is continued drop 16 percent report “never” coming to the vs. drunk at school, though there has been a in percent who agree that “my teacher no- Center. There is somewhat less involvement decline in the percent reporting being high tices when I am doing a good job.” The rate in the Open Gym. About 16 percent report or drunk at school from the 2012 survey. is currently around 68 percent. There is less several times a week and over 40 percent variation in agreement that the “school lets • The youth do not see as much risk of harm have never come. my parents know when I have done some- with marijuana use. This rate has steadily • The youth have very positive assessments of thing well.” dropped over time. the Youth Center and staff. As an example • The current survey provides information • The younger youth generally have less almost 87 percent agree that the “staff at the about future school aspirations. Almost 85 Youth Center provide support to me.” Page 6 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

In Rememberance Rudy Purser Jr

Rudy Purser Jr. passed away suddenly on August 21, 2013, while on board the dive boat, FV Charlie. He was born on Septem- ber 4, 1949, to Rose and Rudolph Purser Sr. in Bremerton, and lived his life in Little Boston. He and his wife, Sharon, were mar- ried in Indianola, Washington, on August 22, 1981.

Rudy was a Geoduck diver, as well as a Treaty Crab fisherman with a lifelong love for being on or near the water. Rudy also worked with Pope and Talbot until it closed in 1996 and then the Port Gamble Tribe. He was a US Navy Veteran. He received the Meritorious Citation For Excellence, The National Defense Service Medal, Rep. of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star, Combat Action Ribbon and the Armed Forces Expedition- ary Medal (Korea). Rudy enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, sports and spending time with his family.

Rudy served for several years on the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s Fisheries Com- mittee and on the Hunting Committee. He was a strong advocate for youth gun and hunting safety.

He is survived by his wife: Sharon, parents: Rudolph and Rose Purser, sister: Marcelene (George) Sparks, children: Darren (Leah), Shawn (Sheila), Troy (Heather), Jason (Abby), Jonelle (Wayne), Tonya (John), Carmelita and Doreen (Luis). He also leaves behind his grandchildren: Robecca, Justin, Cynthia, Kaylee, Austin, Morgan, Jack, Jacquilyn, Anthony, Travis, Dana, Hillary, Issac, Taylor, Ashton, Jordan, Jarod, Hailey, Jack, Indika, Shelby, Rebecca, Desmond, Cecily, Vanessa and Delanie, also his six great grandchildren. Rudy Purser Jr, September 4, 1949 — August 21, 2013 Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News | October 2013 | Page 7 It started out like any other day he morning of Wednesday, August she would give him hell for getting the such unimaginable pain and grief. T21, 2013, was a pretty much like date wrong. any other day for Rudy Purser. It was the Please take the time to take care of your- day before his 32nd wedding anniversary. Around noon, Rudy began his dive. He self. Even if you hate going to the doctor, This year he was getting a very special gift was down for about an hour when he a few minutes of discomfort on your part from his wife, Sharon. She won a Harley told Duke he felt tired and was com- can save your loved ones the heartache Davidson motorcycle in a drawing at The ing back up. He boarded the boat and of losing you to an untimely and unex- Point Casino the Saturday before and it removed his helmet and gear. Minutes pected death that could have been pre- was going to be delivered on Thursday, later, without warning, he collapsed. vented. Don’t wait for warning signs that their anniversary. He had always dreamed Emergency procedures were initiated but may never appear. The risk is too great of owning a Harley, but never thought efforts failed and he died. to gamble on. This community is blessed it would happen. And now, here he was with resources to help the community just one day away from that dream com- Rudy’s family, his friends and the entire stay strong and healthy, free of charge. ing true. community were shocked and devastated NO EXCUSES. by this tragedy. But the saddest part of this Rudy, a geoduck diver, was diving on this story is that his death was totally prevent- • About 600,000 people die of heart day. He and Sharon had plans to spend able. His death was the result of over- disease in the United States every the next week in Ocean Shores celebrat- exertion of a diseased heart. There were no year— that’s 1 in every 4 deaths. ing their anniversary and his birthday. warning signs or symptoms and he had His parents were going with them and no idea that he had heart disease. His last everyone was looking forward to spend- complete physical was in 1996 when he • Heart disease is the leading cause ing time together. He wanted to get a became a diver. He and Sharon had several of death for both men and women. dive in to make a little extra money for heated arguments about her nagging him More than half of the deaths due to the trip. to get a check up. She worried because of the history of heart disease in his family, heart disease in 2009 were in men. Rudy and Duke, the boat captain, got to but he refused. He did promise her that if the beach earlier than the other divers. he ever experienced any concerning symp- • Coronary heart disease is the most They loaded the equipment on the boat toms, he go to the doctor. common type of heart disease, and then spent some time visiting until the others arrived. Rudy talked about Sharon agreed to tell Rudy’s story because killing more than 385,000 people the anniversary plans and about his new she does not want to see other families suf- annually. Harley. He was happy and feeling good. fer as her family has from something that During the morning, he shared a couple is preventable. Had Rudy simply gotten of calls with Sharon on his cell phone. his blood pressure checked, it would have • Every year about 715,000 Ameri- She was out of town on training for work indicated a problem, which could have cans have a heart attack. Of these, and wasn’t scheduled to return until been treated. His children and grandchil- 525,000 are a first heart attack and Friday. During the last call, he jokingly dren were everything to him and he would 190,000 happen in people who wished her a happy anniversary, knowing never have wanted them to go through have already had a heart attack. Page 8 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

Health Care Reform Do you qualify?

Clinic & Health — What’s it all about? and Indian health programs. revised CHS insurance purchasing program we call Tribal Premium Sponsorship It’s about reducing the number of unin- The most important provision is no cost and it begins November 7, 2013. Come sured Americans by 40 million people — sharing if you are under 300% of the fed- in and see us anytime for more details. from 50 million to about 10 million. eral poverty level –and at any level if you Remember-you have to be CHS eligible use our health program and follow CHS before the Tribe will buy insurance. Uninsured Americans: Does that in- rules for referrals. Tribes are allowed to pay clude American Indians? for health insurance and that payment is What is the 300% of the Federal Pov- not considered income for AIANs. erty Level? Well, yes and no. Obamacare, with its re- liance on private insurance and Medicaid The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe hopes See chart below for Medicaid income was not designed for AIANs, but special to buy insurance for from 50 to 100 tribal category -138% and Cost Sharing provisions were included that will hope- members---in fact anyone who is eligible Exemption and Sponsorship Catego- fully make it work well for Indian families for Contract Health Services through a ry-139-300% of the federal poverty level.

Income Levels (% of Federal Poverty Level) Medicaid Tribal Premium Sponsorship Family 133% 138% 139% 150% 200% 250% 300% Size 1 $15,282 $15,856 $15,971 $17,235 $22,980 $28,725 $34,470 2 $20,628 $21,404 $21,559 $23,265 $31,020 $38,775 $46,530 3 $25,975 $26,951 $27,147 $29,295 $39,060 $48,825 $58,590 4 $31,322 $32,499 $32,735 $35,325 $47,100 $58,875 $70,650 5 $36,668 $38,047 $38,322 $41,355 $55,140 $68,925 $82,710

Affordable Care Act ObamaCare 101 for Tribal members

Clinic & Health — Affordable Care Act health insurance that allows Tribes to buy Health Insurance begins January 1, 2013. at steep discounts for Enrolled Tribal You can find out if you Members are eligible by coming in to see us after October Enrolled in a Tribe? What You 1, 2013. You will need to agree to provide IRS Should Know tax filing information (it’s okay if you have not Your Enrollment in a Federally Rec- filed, but you will have ognized Tribe Means you don’t have to in 2015), you will to pay any cost sharing if you are un- need your social security der 300% of the federal poverty level. number, tribal member- In fact, if any of our Indian patients ship verification (we can acquire insurance through the new help), and income about marketplace called Healthplanfinder your current income and there will never be cost sharing if you household size. It will Longhouse or Kitchen. Look for an- get your care through the Tribes health take more than one trip to see us and services program and follow our CHS nouncement of the time and ‘menu’ for your second appointment after No- the lunchtime meeting. Don’t wait to regulations-even if you are not yet en- vember 7 could result in having health rolled in your tribe. find our more come and see us now, or insurance paid by the tribe. come and see us after October 1 and Will the Tribe buy health in- How can I find out more? Oc- again on November 7. We plan to ap- tober 23, 2013 lunch meeting. prove insurance payments at least until surance in the Marketplace? March 30, 2014, but we want you to We plan to present the Tribal Premium come in this year so your insurance can Yes beginning November 7, 2013 we Sponsorship Program to staff and com- start January 1, 2014-the earliest pos- plan to begin approving payments for munity on October 23, 2013 at the sible date. Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News | October 2013 | Page 9

The pen now can take you places too! Letters About Literature writing contest begins

Community News — The Letters About Letter writ- Literature writing contest has begun. ers compete at three levels: OLYMPIA…An annual national contest that Level 1 for encourages students to put their thoughts grades 4-6; about a book into words is underway. Level 2 for grades 7-8; Now in its ninth year in Washington, the and Level 3 Letters About Literature competition encour- for grades ages young readers to write letters to their 9-12. En- favorite authors, living or dead. The con- trants must test, co-sponsored by the Washington State be at least Library, is for schoolchildren in grades 4-12 9 years old. and those who are homeschooled. One letter from each “I love to read for entertainment and to learn level from more,” said Secretary of State Kim Wyman. each state is “I encourage all kids to read because it gives entered into them a strong foundation to be successful in the national school and life. The Letters About Literature competition. contest is a great way for students to think ture-2014.aspx. Coupons should be stapled about how a favorite book touches them and There are two deadlines for this year’s to the last page of the letter. Entries should to put their thoughts about that book onto contest: All Level 3 entries must be post- be mailed to: paper.” marked by Dec. 10. All entries for Levels 1 and 2 must be postmarked by Jan. 10, Letters About Literature Competition State Librarian Rand Simmons says Letters 2014. Level (Indicate Level 1, 2 or 3) P.O. Box About Literature is an annual highlight for 5308 Woodbridge, VA 22194 him and the State Library staff. The state’s winners will be announced in March. A ceremony to honor the Washing- Teachers, librarians and parents can down- “It’s amazing how books can touch young ton champions, runners-up and honorable load contest materials, including lesson plans, readers and help them see their world in a mentions will be held at the State Capitol in assessment checklists, and writing samples, new way,” Simmons said. “This contest helps Olympia next spring. by visiting the national Letters About Litera- students think about books they read and ture website at www.lettersaboutliterature. how they influence them. We’ve received About 3,400 Washington students went org. many outstanding and thoughtful letters through the judging process in the last com- from students since the contest started, and petition. Nearly 100 schools, as well as Boys State judges select each level’s top letter writ- we encourage even more students to take part & Girls Clubs from around the state, had er. The winner receives a $125 cash award this year.” entries. and advances to the national competition.

Students enter the contest by writing a per- The contest’s other sponsors include the Of- A panel of national judges for the Center sonal letter to an author, explaining how his fice of Secretary of State and the Center for for the Book will select one national winner or her work shaped the students’ perspective the Book, which is operated by the Library per competition level. National winners will on the world or themselves. Students can of Congress. The State Library is a division of receive a $1,000 cash award. write about works of fiction, nonfiction, or the Office of Secretary of State. poetry. They cannot write about music lyrics. For more information about the contest, Entries in Spanish will be accepted and trans- Each letter must be accompanied by an entry contact the State Library’s Crystal Lentz lated for the Washington State judges. coupon that can be found at http://www. at (360) 704-5275 or crystal.lentz@sos. sos.wa.gov/library/lal/Letters-About-Litera- wa.gov.

Be the Change Skatepark Dedication On S'Klallam Day Saturday, this year's royalty, other Tribal youth along with staff dedicated the ground in which we will be working with Pro Skater, Ryan Schekler's Foundation to build our first Tribal skate park. Page 10 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

A Happy Birthday to You! Celebrating your special day in the month of October

Oct. 1 Oct 9 Oct 16 Oct 24 Angela Charles Ruby Crawford Bryce Black Cheryl Archambault Jaymee Jones Janet Reynolds Tia Knepper Sena Dailey Jeromy Jones Joshua Sutherland Joseph Lund Anthony Seachord Hatsi Trevathan George Jerry Sparks Oct 2 Alisha Williams Brittney Stephenson Oct 25 Julia Anderson Dawn Stephenson Virginia Bryant James Gresham Oct 10 Jolene Sullivan Joel Jones Anthony Jones Yvette Jones Brittnay Sanders Jennifer Loescher Preston Moran Oct 17 Kyle Loescher Keanei Ashby Oct 26 Oct 11 Maelynn Ashley Cynthia Symes Oct 3 Austin DeCoteau Delbert Charles Valorie Bryant Lillian Combes Matthew Purser Kyle Jacobs Jennifer Schneider Oct 19 Oct 27 Alexandra Raphael Eleanor Kryscio Cedar Calhoun Oct 12 Donald Sullivan Chenoa Joners Oct. 4 Steven Frederick Stephen Schneider Eddie Charles Stephanie Keys Oct 20 Devin Sullivan Marie Hebert Wendy Roane Juan Hernandez Jaleena Woodruff Hannah Leavitt Oct 28 Oct 13 Danette Ives Oct 5 Katrina Smart Oct 21 Delecia Jackson Candace Aguayo Maylene Adams Victoria Quinney Gabriella Doleman Oct 14 Sheila Charles Michael Stewart Abraham Jackson Pamela Loeschefr Armez Jackson Stephanie Taylor Marc Plankenhorn Oct 29 Kaliya Purser Oct 22 Miranda Ives Oct 6 Kathy Sullivan Zachary Moran Michelle Jones Talisha Affonce-Carter Misty Wellman Aaron Purser Aaron Purser Donette Fulton Nevaeh Sullivan Ralph Purser Karleigh Gomez Oct 15 Lisa DeCoteau Oct 23 Oct 31 Oct 8 Donovin Opulencia-Rogers Brian Fulton Lance Bjorklund Bernett Najera Elaine Schneider Krista Hanna Leola Purser Makenzie Wellman Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News | October 2013 | Page 11

CHECK IT OUT AT YOUR LITTLE BOSTON LIBRARY Life is a highway and now you can read it all day long.

Community News — In every branch of be on The Sisters Brothers by Patrick • Book Discussion on The Leisure Kitsap Regional Library during October you DeWitt. Seeker with Susan Trinidad Brown: will find a map of Route 66 on display. Our Mon., Oct. 28, 2-3 p.m. Join the discus- chosen story for One Book, One Community, • Teen Gaming: Tues., Oct. 8, 3-4:30 sion of Michael Zadoorian's novel, our unfolds like an old road map on this famous p.m. Come and play video games and One Book, One Community choice, with highway. Each year KRL librarians select one hang out at the library. Snacks too! All our wonderful facilitator Susan Trinidad book we hope the entire county will read games are rated Teen and under. Grades Brown. and discuss, and The Leisure Seeker by 6-12. • Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays, 10:30- Michael Zadoorian is it! A list of all related 11 a.m. Come for a morning full of programs is available in our library and on • Project Emily with Donna Lee Ander- reading, rhymes, songs, and fun with our our website. son: Sat., Oct. 12, 11 a.m. Join local youth services librarian! Siblings and author Donna Lee Anderson at the Little other family members welcome. • Preserving Your Family Stories: Tues., Boston Library as she discusses her new Oct. 1, 2 – 3:30 p.m. You've heard book, Project Emily. Donna will also talk • Adult Crafternoon: Wednesdays, 2:30- grandpa's stories all your life, but what about the writing process with examples 3:30p.m. Bring your handwork projects about your children and your grandchil- from her earlier work, Necessary Words and see our newest craft books. dren? Join personal historian Julie Mc- for Writers. Donald Zander to learn how to interview Please visit our website www.krl. family members and preserve those • Legos @ the Library: Wed., Oct. 23, org or call us at 360-297-2670 to precious family memories. 3:30 – 5 p.m. Love Legos? The library does too! Bring your friends and come confirm program information. See • Little Boston Book Group: Wed., Oct. enjoy special Lego build-it challenges you at your library! 2, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Discussion will and free-play.

Joseph Taylor Carlos Sr

PORT GAMBLE S’KLALLAM COMMUNITY COURT, PORT GAMBLES’KLALLAM INDIAN RESERVATION, KINGSTON, WASHINGTON IN RE THE SUPPORT OF: J.T.C.JR. D.O.B. 9/27/02 CASE NO: POR-J-05/09-091 NOTICE AND SUMMONS TO: (Father) Joseph Taylor Carlos Sr. (Mother): Nicole Aikman, (Child Support): Maria Huynh YOU AND EACH OF YOU will please take notice that a Motion for Modification of Child Support has been filed in the Family Court Division of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Court. That hearing will take place on the 22 day of January, 2014 at 1:30 PM at 31912 Little Boston Road NE Kingston WA 98346 located in the Social Services Building on the Port Gamble S’Klallam Reservation. The parents of the youth are entitled to have someone represent them at this hearing, but at their own expense. If you do not appear or respond to the Motion within sixty (60) days from the date of publication, the Court may proceed without you and may grant judgment in favor of the other party. If you have any questions regarding the nature of the hearing or location of the Court, please call the Court Clerk at (360) 297-9682 or (360) 297-9681. Dated this 13th day of September, 2013 Julia Anderson Court Clerk Page 16 | October 2013 | Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal News

Boys and girls of every age, Wouldn't you like to see something strange? October 2013 Come with us and you will see, This, our town of Halloween— Danny Elfman

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12 FUN FACTS Tribal Council Chi e Chee • October comes from the Latin word octo which means eight. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 • The birthstones for October are the tourmaline and the opal.

• The birth flower for October is the Calendula. 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

• October 4, Tribal Council Utlity Board 1957, the first — Finance Meeting artificial satellite was launched by the Soviet Union. 27 28 29 30 31 Halloween • October is National: Pizza, Party Halloween Cookie, Chili & Dessert Month

Halloween Party!

This year’s Halloween party will be on Wednesday October 30th. We need as many volunteersBill as Henry we can get! If you areFeb interested 2 please contact Jonelle (360) 297-6276, Joe (360) 297-6275 or Abby (360) 297-6278.