Klamath News 2009 Klamath News the OFFICIAL Publication of the Klamath Tribes: Klamath, MODOC, and YAHOOSKIN Treaty of 1864
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Page 1, Klamath News 2009 KLAMATH NEWS THE OFFICIAL PUblicatioN OF THE KLAMath TRIBES: KLAMath, MODOC, AND YAHOOSKIN Treaty OF 1864 Winema Charley Mogenkaskit Lalo Schonchin Captain Jack Volume 25, Issue 3 The Klamath Tribes, P.O. Box 436, Chiloquin, OR 97624 APRIL 2009 1-800-524-9787 or (541) 783-2219 Website: www.klamathtribes.org Oregon Tribes Shine at Governor's Conference on Tourism After several months of hard work and dedication, the nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon showcased their new travel magazine called- Travel Guide to Oregon Indian Country, at the 25th Annual Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism, held in Salem, Oregon, April 19-21, 2009. The magazine was a collaborative effort between the nine Oregon Tribes Tourism Working Group -(OTTWG), and their tourism counter- part-Travel Oregon. During the collosal three day event, thousands of magazines were dis- tributed to hundreds of different tourism entities across the state of Or- egon. The magazines are also earmarked for distribution to the inter- national market which will include China, Germany, and others. The 24 page full-color magazine features an Oregon state map of Trib- al locations and tribal casino's, individual two page layouts of each of the nine federally recognized tribes, and numerous interesting tourism sites and activities in and around Indian Country. This is the second tribal magazine produced by the OTTWG, and with the significance (Article continued on page 2) The Klamath Tribes PRESORTED P.O. Box 436 FIRST-CLASS MAIL Chiloquin, OR 97624 U.S. POSTAGE PAID CHILOQUIN, OR PERMIT NO. 4 Levi Blackwolfe of the Warm Springs Tribe and Byron Weeks of the Klamath ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Tribes, were selected, from hundreds of photos submitted, to grace the cover of the new travel magazine. *Photo cover by: For more information or to receive the new Travel Magazine visit your local Oregon Tribal Offices or log onto ... www.traveloregon.com or www.klamathtribes.org Page 2, Klamath News 2009 of Indian gaming in the state of Oregon, they anticipate future magazines to assist the state The Klamath News is a Tribal Government Publication of the and each soveirgn nation, in achieving economic stability and sustaining Oregon's sense of Klamath Tribes, (the Klamath, Modoc, and Yahooskin Band of culture, beauty, and character. Snake Indians). * Distribution: Publications are distributed at the end of the month, or as fund- The nine federally recognized tribes: Confederated Tribes of Grande Ronde Indians, Confed- ing allows. erated Tribes of Warm Springs, Confederated Tribes of Umatilla, The Klamath Tribes, Burns * Deadline: Paiute Tribe, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Indians, Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Information submitted for publication must be received by the 15th of each month- (for the following month’s publication). Umpqua & Siuslaw, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, and the Coquille Indian Tribe- are * Submissions: proud to present the new Oregon Travel Guide to Indian Country. Submissions should be typed and not exceed 500 words. Submissions must include the author’s signature, address and phone number. Submissions are used as fillers and publication is strictly dependent upon space availability. We cannot guar- antee publication of any article or submission. *Order of Priority for Newsletter: #1- Tribal Government/ESSP Information #2- Tribal Program Information #3- Associated Tribal Information #4-6- Fillers (when space is available, must be submitted by the family): i.e.- Obituaries, Wedding, Birth, and Family Announcements, Graduations, Individual Tribal member info., Birthdays, Etc... Letters to the Editor: Letters are viewed as Associated Tribal Information. However, they must be less than 500 words. Any and All articles may be edited for clarity and length. Letters are subject to review. Letters/articles that may contain libelous, slanderous, or personal attacks will not be printed. *Photographs should be vivid and clear or 300jpg *All internal photos by: Taylor David -K-News, unless otherwise noted. ©All photos property of K-News dept. * Returns: For any information to be “returned”, please include a “self addressed stamped” envelope. * Klamath News Rights: The Klamath News cannot guarantee publication upon submis- sion. The Klamath News reserves the right to edit all articles for clarity and length, or refuse publication of any material that may contain libelous statements or personal attacks. The Klamath Pictured: Tribal representatives and several members of the OTTWG promoted the the magazine and News may not be used as a personal forum for any individual(s). facilitated the information booth during the three day conference. Pictured left to right: Michael Rose All articles are subject to review/approval by the Klamath (Coos Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw); Julia Willis (Coquille); Dave Tovey (Siletz); Deana Scott (Co- Tribes Tribal Council. Published information does not necessar- quille); Steve Chrisman (Siletz); Taylor David (Klamath Tribes); Melody Miller (Umatilla); ily reflect the opinion of the Klamath News, tribal employees, or the Klamath Tribes. Dawnielle Tehama (Klamath Tribes-Kla-Mo-Ya Casino); and Susan Transue (Klamath Tribes). * Change of Address: Send address changes (for the Newsletter Only) to the following address. *Please include your old mailing label if possible. * Klamath News/ Public Information Dept. Staff: *Mrs. Taylor R. David, Public Information/News Manager Member of Native American Journalist Assoc. (NAJA). For More Information Contact: The Klamath Tribes Klamath News/Public Information Dept. Above: Siobhan Taylor, Public Affairs Director for the Grand P.O. Box 436 Ronde Tribes, speaks at the general session luncheon, that was Chiloquin, OR 97624 sponsored by Spirit Mountain Casino- Owned and operated by Phone: (541) 783-2219 ext. 147 the Grand Ronde Tribes. [email protected] Left: Dave Tovey of the Siletz Tribe and Mike Rose of the Coos or Visit the Tribal Website at: Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw, are having a great tiime at the 25th Annual Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism. They say, "Many adventures await you as a guest of the first nations of www.klamathtribes.org Oregon State. We hope you will visit us to enjoy all that Oregon Indian Country has to offer." Page 3, Klamath News 2009 Tribal Government Information: Economic Development Corporation 2009 General Council meeting schedule: Saturday May 30, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. Special Meeting Notice! Saturday August 15, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. The KTEDC would like you to notify the tribal membership of the November 21, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. (new date) May and June Special Shareholders meetings, which are as follows: 1. May 16, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00PM at Klamath Tribes Admin- Gaming Regulatory Commission: There is another opening for istration Building. Agenda: Update on Travel Center. Lunch will not one of the positions on the GRC, Linda Jimenez’s term is up at the be provided. end of July. Applications will be accepted until 4pm on Monday July 6th for this position. Applications are available outside the Tribal 2. June 13, 2009 10:00AM to 12:00PM Administration Building. Secretary’s office or call and one can be mailed to you. Aside from Agenda: Update on Travel Center. Lunch will not be provided. being and enrolled Klamath Tribal member, Commissioners must demonstrate good, moral, honest and reputable character and will be Name and Logo Contest required to submit to and pass a background investigation performed Also, as part of the announcement KTEDC is offering a contest for by the Oregon State Police in order to be licensed as a “Primary Klamath Tribal Members to submit a name and logo for the Travel Management Official” (PMO). Experience and background in law Center and the winner(s) will receive: enforcement, accounting, administrative skills or qualified related 1. Name for Travel Center: 1 Free tank of gas, a travel center sweat- experience is also recommended. The term of office for a Commis- shirt and baseball cap. sioner is 3 years. The starting salary is $40,000.00/annually. 2. Logo for Travel Center: 1 Free tank of gas, a travel center sweat- Thank you, shirt and baseball cap. Torina Case, Tribal Council Secretary 800-524-9787 or 541-783-2219 ext. 170 Entries are Due by June 5, 2009, submit your name & logo to KTEDC P.O. Box 1230 Chiloquin, OR 97624 ** Save the Date ** KTEDC will select the top (3) names and logos and present to the Shareholders for a decision at the June 13, 2009 Shareholders meet- Forestry Training ing. Dates: June 8 – June 11, 2009 Notice: These meetings are for updates to the membership ONLY! Sponsored and Hosted by: Klamath Tribes & the No action will be taken, as notified by Tribal Chairman. Freemont-Winema National Forest Co Sponsors: Office of Tribal Relations (OTR), Forest Service and Indian Development Resources and Services (IDRS) ATTENTION TRIBAL YOUTH Objectives: To develop a qualified and certified forest thinning Summer Youth Employment Applications and restoration crew. Also develop a training program that will be are available May 1st, 2009. implemented nationally. Participants Eligible: All Klamath Tribal members and descen- dents (Must be 18 years and above) Available at How to apply: Fill out application at Klamath Tribes Education • Klamath Falls at Klamath Tribal Health or and Employment Department or Klamath Tribes Planning Depart- Commodities ment • Chiloquin at Klamath Administration or Application Deadline: June 4th @ 5:00 P.M. Wellness Clinic How to apply: Fill out application at Klamath Tribes Education • Title VII Counselors at your High School and Employment Department or Klamath Tribes Planning Depart- ment For more information contact: Devery Saluskin, JOM For more information contact Klamath Tribe Education and Coordinator at (541)783-2219, 208 Employment Department @ 541-783-2219 Page 4, Klamath News 2009 NOTICE NOTICE TO ELIGIBLE ENROLLED From: Member Benefits Department KLAMATH TRIBAL MEMBERS This is public notification as required by The Klamath Tribes Revenue The Klamath Tribes Member Benefits Department is preparing for Allocation Plan Section 50.14 (k), listing the names of all eligible per- the 2009 Revenue Allocation, which is scheduled for June 19, 2009.