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First Class ~ U.S. Postage Paid October 22, 1999 Address Correction Requested Permit No. 8 ~ Nespelem, Washington 99155 Volume 25, No. 10 -- OCTOBER 1999 Edition P.O. Box 150, Nespelem WA 99155 Omak Stampede Issues Discussed Colville Business Council, Stampede Inc., Mayor, and City Council

NESPELEM, WA.-Representa- issues for the City of Omak. He tives from the City of Omak, Omak stated that many of the issues were Stampede Inc., and the Colville between the Colville Tribe and Omak Confederated Tribes met Tuesday, Stampede Inc., and that the City Oct. 12, to discuss the issues and wanted to correct misunderstandings concerns on the use of Eastside Park, over the use of the Eastside park. and the participation of everyone Omak Stampede Inc. President in next year’s Omak Stampede and Fred Winningham presented Suicide Race. their issues and concerns. These Wenona Wilson from the Tribal included: the rebuilding and Planning Office was the facilitator at maintaining the grandstands under the meeting held at Omak, WA. She current Tribal laws, preventing future explained at the beginning that this boycotts and future parking in the first meeting was being held to know grassy areas of the park. He also what each other’s concerns were and gave each member of the group a that each issue would not be debated report written by Omak Stampede or discussed, Wenona said that if Inc. to answer the criticisms that have each issue was debated that it come up during the past few months. would take too long, and this would It was suggested at the meeting that prevent all the problems from being each group take the issues that were presented. discussed back to their respective The Tribe presented its position parties and that solutions would be paper, which covered three main presented at future meetings. It was GO FORWARD, NOT BACKWARD—Participating in the first meeting held on Tuesday, Oct. 12, to discuss issues and topics: issues related to park use and also agreed to have a joint press problems about the use of Eastside Park and next year’s Omak Stampede and Suicide Race were: (L to R) Omak the City of Omak, issues related to release. City Councilman Dale Sparber, Mayor Walt Smith, Suicide Race representatives Ed Timentwa and Ernie Williams, the Stampede event and Stampede The next meeting will be and with his back to the camera, Omak District Councilman Ted Bessette. Inc., and shared issues. Wednesday, Oct. 27, and will be Mayor Walt Smith presented hosted by Omak Stampede Inc.

square feet of space. The juvenile for the U.S. Department of Justice term needs. The Colville Justice male and female correctional unit to provide assistance in the Center will also have space dedicated Tribe Receives $4.5 will have a 16-bed capacity in implementation of the various to meet certain law enforcement approximately 12,700 square feet components of the Colville Justice needs and requirements. of space. Inmates will be processed Center. The assistance will be through a progressive classification provided at no cost to the tribe and Million Dollar Federal system and will actively participate will address short-term and long- in education, vocational, and cultural learning experiences. U.S. Congressman Doc Hastings, Grant For Justice Center 4th District, helped to support the NESPELEM WA – A $4.5 million the reality of a dream for the Colville Colville Justice Center on 70 acres Tribe’s application for the grant dollar federal grant has been awarded people,” said Colleen Cawston, of land near Nespelem, where tribal and commented, “This funding will TWENTY-FIVE YEARS to the Colville Confederated Tribes Chairperson of the Colville Business administration offices are located. enable the Colville Confederated for the design and construction of Council, “Because we will enhance Construction on the center will begin Tribes to meet the safety needs of AGO the Colville Justice Center. The our capabilities to provide assistance next year. The Center will provide the community. Construction of this Justice Center will include both adult to tribal members in a manner that many jobs for Tribal and community Justice Center addition will go a long and juvenile correctional facilities reflects our traditions, culture, and members in the construction, criminal way toward ensuring that the Tribe aimed at assisting tribal members way of life.” justice and rehabilitation fields. has the resources it needs to combat in their reintegration into the tribal The $4,579,550 grant will Plans call for adult male and crime successfully.” community. finance the construction of the female correctional component that Tribal leaders have arranged “The Colville Justice Center is will house a 48-bed unit in 33,600 1999 SPECIAL ELECTION Confederated Tribes for the Omak and Nespelem Districts

of the NOTICE: To All Eligible ask the District Election Board Colville Reservation Voters from the Nespelem and members while you are at the Omak Districts: Polling Site or contact the Election Due to the delay with Certifi- Coordinator at (509) 634-2221. cation of Candidates, the Election Also, if you did not request Committee has recommended all an Absentee Ballot during the voters that requested an Absentee 1999 General Election, you Dedication ceremonies were held on Sept. 19, 1999 Special Election during the 1999 General Election may request an Absentee Ballot from the Nespelem and Omak for the 1999 Special Election. 1974, for the Colville Confederated Tribes’ new Schedule of Events Districts will automatically re- Please submit in writing your three-story cedar office building at Nespelem. ceive an Absentee Ballot for the voting district, your printed name The building was prefabricatd in Seattle by the 1999 Special Election. Nov 5 ...... 8:00 a.m...... Orientation Of District Election (all A.K.A.’s and “nick names” Lindall Co., cost $500,000, and was erected by Board Members For all tribal members 18 please), address, zip code, your years-old and inactive voters tribal ID # and your signature, to the Colville Indian Construction Co. Today... in (inactive voters are Colville tribal the Election Coordinator, PO Box Nov 6 ...... 8:00 a.m...... Special Election Polls Open front of the building is a Memorial honoring the members over the age of 18, 150, Nespelem, WA 99155 on or who have not established their before November 6, 1999 and in Colville Indians who served in the Armed Forces Special Election Polling Sites voting district as of November enough time to have it received TERO Building (Nespelem District) 6, 1999), may vote and establish by you before the Election Day. Omak Senior Center(Omak District) their voting district in either Should you need further the Nespelem District or the information or have any questions Nov 6 ...... 8:00 p.m...... Special Election Polls Close Omak District, during this Special regarding the 1999 Special INSIDE Election. Election, please contact: If you choose to vote at the Lou Stone (509) 634-2215, Nov 8 ...... 10:00 a.m...... Certiication Of Poll Voting Community News ...... 2-3 In Memoriam...... 7 Polling Site and your name Ted Bessette (509) 634-2207, Community Calendar ...... 2 PSIS Drum Beat ...... 8 Nov 12 ...... 10:00 a.m...... Certiication Of Absentee Voting is on this list, your ballot will Oscar Mellon (509) 634-2211, be contested. If you do not or the Election Coordinator at Colville Achievers ...... 3 Resolution Index ...... 9 Candidate Forum ...... 4-6 Directory/Photo Album...... 10 Nov 18 ...... OATH OF OFFICE understand the process of why (509)634-2221. your ballot is contested, please Letters To Editor ...... 7 Job Announcements ...... 10 SPECIAl ElECTION CANDIDATE Nespelem District Candidates (Position No. 1)

valid. I would like the opportunity to voice your not only to the membership as a whole, but also for William (Bill) concerns, to be your spokesperson. their actions. They are elected officials and should How many times have you gone in to see your exhibit professional and honorable behavior, on the Desautel elected official, only to find that he/she is on travel job and off. If an elected official is in violation of Council Candidate status? Did you know there were not even enough the Ethics Code, they should not be able to run for Nespelem District - Position #1 council persons available to certify the candidates any office which is decided by the membership. that are running for this position? I would like to Why reward dishonorable behavior? My name is Bill Desautel. I have been married see more on-the-job representation and less travel. My main focus will be equal opportunities for all 21 years, have 6 children and 6 grandchildren. My Realizing that travel plays an important role in members, regardless of which district you reside in, wife and I have been surrogate parents to many lobbying for our Tribe, I believe members should what group you belong to, or simply who you are. foster children through the years, including the latest have the opportunity to talk to their elected officials All members have the right to be treated equally and permanent addition to our family. should the need arise. If all districts are working we must do away with the past preferential treatment I have recently retired from the BIA Forestry/ together (as it should be), members should be able some individuals, groups and districts have been Fire Management Program where I have spent my to seek advice/assistance from any Councilperson, afforded. We need to put to rest the power struggle entire career here on the Reservation. I feel now is regardless of what district they are representing. between districts. We’re all in this together and we the time to commit myself to the continued success All council members should be well versed and need to unite and stand as one in order to prosper of the Colville Confederated Tribes. Each of us has up-to-date on all matters and should be able to assist and be successful. our own opinions and views of how things should/ members when needed. Respectfully, shouldn’t be, and I believe each of our concerns are All Council members need to be held accountable- Bill Desautel

our Colville Tribe Fish and Wildlife Department. complete my bachelor of Science Degree in Public James F. Ives 1971-1972, I attended Dyke Business College Administration. Also, I’m proud to say I’m a high Council Candidate in Cleveland, Ohio where I earned an Associated school graduate of Chilocco Indian Boarding Nespelem District - Position #1 of Science Degree. From thee, I worked as an School, Chilocco, Oklahoma. Indian Business Development Specialist for a year Vote for James F. Ives and you will have a assisting Indian entrepreneurs in developing and winner. I will be your voice, fighting to maintain To our Colville Confederated Tribal Members, expanding their business ventures. and protect “our” homelands, resources, and tribal Ya-Ta-hey! Oh, that’s different, “enit”, aye... From their, I worked 1 1/2 years for the Port rights. My heart is good. May our Creator bless each Seriously, my names is James F. Ives. I am 51 Gamble S’Klallam Tribe as Assistant Business of you and your families, may we all prosper and years young and I want to see “Salmon Passages” Manager and up to Tribal Administration where make a better tomorrow for “all” our children and be brought into reality at Chief Joseph and I worked with and reported directly to their six their children after them. Grand Coulee Dams. Please note, I said “Salmon member Tribal Council. I handled all phases of Vote for James F. Ives, #1 Position in Nespelem Passages”, not fish passages! Our elders want our tribal business. I then decided to attend the Lummi District. Thank you. salmon back and so do I! It’s time. Indian School of Aquaculture (now, the Lummi Thank you all very much, My work experience includes 24 years of Indian College of Fisheries) where I received a two- James F. Ives Salmon Fisheries; 13 years for the Port Gamble year diploma in Fisheries Science, specializing in P.O. Box 732 S’Klallam Tribe, 10 years as a Supervisor, Fisheries fresh and sea water salmon enhancement. Nespelem, WA 99155 Administrative Technician. The past year and 3 I was born in Nespelem. I love being home! Work #(509)634-2130 month have been a new experience working for This winter term, I began attending Heritage College in Omak, Washington where I will

envelopes, cards, that I would give my finds back to there to hear your concerns and refer you to the that aren’t making a profit and determine a solution. Joanne C. Leith the tribe. Tribal Tribune is in business to help fund appropriate program for assistance. I don’t travel (6) Education and Training for members. Council Candidate their program. WITH MY OWN FUNDS I PAID often. (7) Health care for all tribal membership. Nespelem District - Position #1 FOR “ALL SERVICES” RECEIVED FROM THE (2) Quarterly reports. Budgets reviewed with (8) Land consolidation on Colville Reservation TRIBAL TRIBUNE. I believed in good faith the each program manager. Program spend Federal by purchasing land. bulk rate mailing service was approved. Because I funds first and then budgeted tribal funds. No budget (9) As Culture Committee Chairperson I was given wrong information, I accept that I was modifications during Fiscal Year. More funding recommended that Cultural Resources Department Dear Tribal Members: remiss (committed and error), however, through my from Federal Government for 638 programs. be implemented to handle and protect all cultural I would like the voters of the Nespelem District reimbursement to the Tribe (liability that I owed) Support budget review by the membership and work issues and resources. to know what MY INTENT was when I agreed for the postage savings ($42.00) and the fine ($250) to achieve this. Thanks for your vote in the general election and to go through the Tribal Tribune for campaign I believe I have made my compensation. (3) Set and prioritize goals (with tribal I again respectfully request your vote in this special services. My actions were NOT DELIBERATE, My Goals continue to be: membership input). election November 6, 1999, as I will continue to but was to take advantage of the services offered, (1) Delivering Services to the members. When (4) Continue Constitutional Review and make be committed to achieving results, to continuous in good faith, to all the candidates. Rather then tribal members call in or stop by the office for recommendations for amendments. improvement and to economic quality. expend my funds to outside entities for letters, assistance, i am usually the one that is always (5) CBC and CTEC Board review enterprises Joanne Leith

councilmen as followers. Power, personal vendetta of power to benefit their immediate families. During the council is not following the direction given by Eldon Wilson and revenge are behind these councilmen. the March, 1998 Tribal Membership meeting held the membership—the council’s bosses. I have been Council Candidate I have worked for the Tribe since 1974 and I have in Keller the tribal membership directed the tribal outspoken and am not afraid to put my head out to Nespelem District - Position #1 seen this before in our tribal council and it is led by council to set up an Internal Affairs Office because make sure our Tribal Council is doing the job we the same man. The employee morale is at all time the membership did not trust the tribal council or are hired for. We need strong leadership and I am low. Do not be fooled by what is said to you but ask administration to investigate themselves. This was offering this to you. Nespelem District Voters; other employees and people who know about the lies started by the Council with two resolutions but the Please support me in this special election. Lem- The Colville Business Council is in turmoil. that are being told. In the present council there is present Ethics Committee Chairman has rescinded lem. Tribal business is not being taken care of because misuse of the tribal credit card, per diem and mileage those resolutions and has put the Ethics Committee Eldon L. Wilson of the conduct of four councilmen and three new received but meetings not being attended and abuse in charge of all ethical investigations. This means

Omak District Candidates (Position No. 2)

I did ask the Colville Communication Services I carried the other. I think he did this because he same last name. It’s strange how some people put Louella “Lou” if they could print my letters, absentee card is gracious and has good manners, nothing more, things together with out the facts. request, envelopes, and if bulk mailing services nothing less. To conclude, I asked if the services were Anderson were available - I knew of the service because I The Chairman of the Ethics Committee, in his available, I wasn’t offered the services as implied Council Candidate read the advertisement in the Tribal Tribune that Ethics Committee opinion, also stated that I had by other council and candidates. I’m so sorry that Omak District - Position #2 the printing services were available, but I wasn’t paid for the Communications Services with a payroll they didn’t think to make the phone call to inquire sure about the bulk mailing so I asked. I was told, advance check. That is a blatant lie. I paid for the about available services. I paid with my regular YES, all of these services are available as long as services when I received my payroll check on a payroll earnings, not a pay advance. I have all my Dear Omak District and All Tribal Members, you pay for it with your own funds. I said this is regular payday. It is a shame he can not even keep receipts and will share them with you if you so wish, I have decided, after much soul searching and not a problem. I plan on doing just that and would the facts straight. The Communications Office does just call. I have never done anything to defraud the family discussion to submit my name in this up rather pay my money to a developing Tribal Service not do business by contract, so as far as Sec. I O.C.2 Tribe. I have always been up front with you, my coming Special Election for your consideration than an outside entity. Perhaps I was wrong, but I is concerned, that should have been excluded. As Tribal Members. I would appreciate your support and vote so that I may complete this two- (2) year felt that is or was a Tribal Goal, to support our own far as the Tribal Tribune and the extensive coverage and vote for this Special Election. My goal has term as your council representative. I was told that Tribal businesses and programs. of the Ethics charges against me, I did not Demand always been to serve my fellow Tribal Members. there is nothing written in the Tribal Constitution or Businesses that advertise are usually prepared or receive something for nothing, I never have and This goal has not changed Tribal Law that prohibits my running for council in to do the work that they advertise to do. Such as, do not intend to start now. I did not send Kevin the Special Election. setting up print and thank God for word processors, Anderson, Tribal Police, down to Pamela Zacherle- Thank you very much, I had written a letter in a previous Tribal Tribune staff can follow the process they use for their Bobs residents to intimidate or harass her. I don’t Louella “Lou” Anderson to explain to you, my Tribal members what I had business to complete the job. know, to this day, where she lives. Kevin Anderson Home Phone done as far as my first campaign. Mr. Peoples did carry the boxes to the car and is not related to me, just because we both have the 509-826-5931 Omak District Candidates (Position No. 2) Continued

*I have established a close relationship with respect. Senator Patty Murray and her staff thorough my *Support a consistent wage structure throughout Margie Condon work and feel I can make use of those allies. CTEC and the Tribe. *Budget adequately for education and give *Partner with outside agencies to meet common Hutchinson those tribal members the opportunity to return for goals, ex: environment issues, employment. Council Candidate employment with the tribe. *Apply for grants to renovate or build a new Omak District - Position #2 *Expand on services to all tribal elders and clinic. youth, currently only those close to facilities are *Inform the tribal members of where their served. gaming funds are being spent. *Build on the strengths of our enterprises, *Continue to support per capita and 181-D Dear Tribal Members: because they are the revenue and employment we claims payments. Thank you so much for your past support in the need. In closing, I would just ask that you vote in Elections. I am deeply honored to receive your vote *We once had a strong Tribal Court and Police the November 6 election and also in the National of confidence and trust. The issues really haven’t Department. We’re putting our tribal government 2000 elections. I valued your opinion and will look changed, it’s what type of leader or strategists you in jeopardy because of pulling strings. forward to hearing from you. want to forge ahead with your Tribal Government *Support a policy that eliminates council Thank you. issues. Listed below are some of my concerns. members from intimidating, threatening and Margie Hutchinson *We’re at a critical junction in our gaming retaliation against CTEC and Tribal employees. (509)826-5962 negotiations with the secretary. Our next step will *Support a policy that treats employees with probably be to hire a negotiator.

in Table Games for the Mill Bay Casino. My past All tribal members will be asked and encouraged members, exercise your right to vote. The future of Linda D. Louie position was Supervisor for Colville Tribal Gaming to become involved in the voting process. Not our tribe and our tribal membership depends upon it. Council Candidate Agent (Regulator) for the Okanogan-Bingo casino, only with just tribal elections, but also with local, In closing, I want to take this opportunity to Omak District - Position #2 and Assistant Manager, (financial) Acting General state and federal government levels. Our existence say, “together we can make change,” exercise your Manager (administrative) (seven years in Bingo as Indian people is seriously being threatened by right to vote. Your VOTE is most important to your Dear Omak District Voters, and Casino) and worked at CTEC headquarters as local commissioners, governors, congressmen and Children and of great importance to our Future. My name is Linda Louie, and I am seeking an Accountant. I received my BA degree from the other elected officials. These are the people who are We, my children, send our love and best wishes for your support and vote as your representative to the University of Washington in business. Together, we making decisions that will forever affect the future many more years to come. Most important of all, Colville Tribal Council, Omak District. work to protect the gaming assets belonging to the of our tribes and our native way of life. we send our thanks to you, for all the love, support I am the daughter of Abraham Louie (deceased) tribal membership and help educate our tribal youth. I want to encourage and thank everyone who and decision you will give each of us. Thank you. and Lilly (Lezard) Louie, granddaughter of “Chief Also, I am alcohol and drug free for 19 years and reads my letter and support and vote for me in Linda D. Louie Manuel Louie” (deceased) of Oliver B.C. own operate a business called Coyote Enterprises this year’s election. Your vote of confidence P.O. Box 3641, Omak, WA 98841 I am 49 years old and single parent, two (2) (screen-printing; t-shirts, caps, jackets, etc). demonstrates that you agree that there is a need for (509)826-9008 sons Ferdinand Louie and Anthony (Tony). I am An emphasis will be made this year on unity, change. I look forward to your support and vote this employed by Paschal Sherman Indian School as the not only as a family, but also as Indian people. We year, and together, we can start moving our tribe in Business Manager. My son, Ferdinand, is employed need to work together to preserve and protect what a positive direction. It is important that you, as tribal we now have, and, to provide a future for our youth.

– Okanogan area, graduating from Okanogan 1983, I started as Administrative Assistant. During Members Mildred Erb High School. I have attended Wenatchee Valley the past eight years, I have worked extensively • Broaden Educational Programs to service Council Candidate College, and have taken classes through the Lummi with the school budget. Maintaining up to date Preschool – Doctoral students Omak District - Position #2 Community College. Cuff Accounts on fourteen different program • Focus on Community Youth Activities Over the past 25 years, I have worked for the budgets, totaling over $3,000,000.00. I monitored • Community Center’s open longer hours Colville Confederated Tribes, in the offices of IIM expenditures, processed invoices for payment, and • Elders being utilized within the Community Dear Tribal Member: (Individual Indian Monies), Enrollment, Social procured requisitions for orders, updated program • District Community Gatherings (social My name is Mildred Erb. I am running for the Services, Housing (which is now Public Works), managers on status of their accounts. I do State activities, dinners, etc.) Omak District Council Position #2. I am from the Maternal/Child/Health (MCH) Program, and the Certified Personnel Reports, maintain personnel • District Council Unity Okanogan & Wenatchi bands. My biological parents Alcohol Program. My past work history has given files, process payroll & benefits for approximately • Justification of Council Travel are Betty Evans and Pete Swimptkin (deceased). me a overview of how the majority of the Tribal 80+ employees. In closing I would just like to say, PLEASE Adoptive parents were Martha Dick & Art McCuen. Programs operate and what they have to offer the My goals if elected are to review current levels EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE!! Elections Grandparents are Julianne Sorimpt Dick and Frank Tribal Membership. of services being provided to the membership, and have been lost by two and four votes, and YES Swimptkin (deceased). I currently work at Paschal Sherman Indian extend services to the maximum levels possible. YOU DO COUNT!! You are somebody, you’re a I have been married to my husband, Bob School as Personnel Assistant. Revamping of our Priority areas to me are: COLVILLE TRIBAL MEMBER! Erb, Jr. for 20 years, have six children, and six current organizational charts, and the addition of • Expanding Gaming Revenue Use Sincerely, grandchildren. I was born and raised in the Omak position, recently changed my position title. In • Increased Employment Opportunities for Tribal Mildred Erb

support. having lived in that era has taught me much during the It betters one’s chances of gaining PRIDE in the Garry J. McDonald, I served time in the United States Army, and am a hardships I’ve experienced. Although it was a struggle, “I can” side of the coin, rather that the “I can’t” side veteran of the Viet Nam War (1966). After my discharge “I have survived”, coming from the OTHER SIDE of the of the coin. For example, you may have heard these from the Army, I worked at numerous jobs before tracks—as the saying goes. expressions when applying for a job position...Lack of Sr. entering the Electrician trade in 1970. I went through the ...Respect our Elders, help ALL, not just a select few experience...too much friends...not enough friends...too apprenticeship program and eventually became a licensed, (family members). much education...not enough education...etc., etc. GREETINGS OMAK DISTRICT TRIBAL MEMBERS: journeyman electrician. One of the most enjoyable jobs ...Respect our youth, help ALL, not just a select few To many wrongs cannot make one right...or feel any First of all, let me thank all those who voted for me I had was as an Teacher’s Aide at the Omak Alternative (family members). better...or look any better! in the latest election, your appreciation and support was High School. I held this position for almost four (4) ...Appreciate what we do have...The Land, Water, Fish I’m for working together with all involved, I’ve well taken...Lem Lem’t. years and took some college courses while there. During and Wildlife...make our SOVEREIGNTY work for ALL. experienced enough “Self” persons in my life timer... WHO AM I? that time I got to see many of your younger, struggling ...Get along with EVERYONE, on/off the also “GREED” can hurt (deeply)...when is...”Enough I am the youngest of twin boys, and have one young men and “ladies” striving to better themselves. I Reservation...WE MUST get away from this, “You is Enough!” older sister. Our father was the late, James Joseph am presently employed at the Paschal Sherman Indian Owe Me” theme—Do for My District has divided many ...There are HOUSING issues and other issues that “Jim” McDonald, and our mother is, Sarah Elizabeth School as an Maintenance Person...and yes, I still do families/friends. need to be addressed—such as—Fishing and Hunting Alexander, who is still with us and currently a resident electrical work on the side. ...There are “GOOD” and better ways to solve the Rights Off-The-Reservation. at the Rest-home in Davenport, WA. I am the father of WHY AM I RUNNING FOR THE TRIBAL problems which still exist as did when I first “Had ...Ask the candidate of “your” choice IF he/she has four (4) girls, two (2) boys, and Grandfather to eleven COUNCIL, AGAIN? enough” and “Threw” my hat into the so-called “Tribal seriously thought of all the problems existing within our (11) Grandchildren. Many reasons! Since my very first time in the early Politics Arena”. Sovereign Nation—as opposed to the other “Nations”— I have been experiencing the “Sobriety Trial” since 1980’s, I still see and experience numerous “bad” ...The lack of jobs, let’s re-check all the avenues, i.e., state, county, city, district, school district—or, are 1985...with one short “Relapse” in 1995...to which I things within our “Tribal Council” setting. Many “Self there’s another solution...let’s work together at solving they just running for a Council Position for just one—or have to thank The Creator for helping me most of the decisions” are still present; respect for “Out people” are these issues...”My District FIRST just is not working!” two—reason! way. Without his SALVATION and “Inner Healing,” just words in the wind—our people’s words just go in Give a chance to those whom are willing to travel I’m asking you as tribal members, not just from “My I would never have experienced some miracles—I’d one ear and out the other. No one is listening, or making, for a job to provide for themselves/family and earn District (Omak)” but Reservation wide, to be open minded just be another struggling single parent not caring about that all important eye contact as to really caring what is self-respect—which in the long run—helps battle the when you vote in this Special Election. what goes on around me. I moved to the Spokane Indian being asked, requested or what the needs are. Granted ALCOHOLISM problem which exists throughout the “SELF” needs to stop somewhere, “NOW” is as good Reservation for nine (9) plus years to gain sobriety times have changed since the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, but Reservation. a time as any!

Dear Voting Members, concern. The Housing Program should have (do policies change for each individual seeking My reason for “throwing my hat into the ring” so housing similar to the programs built by HUD across enrollment)? Do we really need more House Boats? to speak is because I am non-partisan when it comes the river; too many tribal members pay high rent and Etc., etc. to districts. I believe anyone voted into the Colville are unable to meet all the needs of their children. Why is The Ethics Committee letting one person Business Council represents all four districts. Each morning when working in Nespelem, I would stay on the Council if he lived off the reservation Caroline Sellars HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS make a big meet several trucks of logs going to the mill – when for the whole year prior to his election? Council Candidate impact on our people, whether it be Employment, are they going to cut back on the logging? When all For anyone implementing policies, there ought the big trees are logged out? What type of timber Omak District - Position #2 TERO, Social Services, Children’s Services or to be consistency - there ought not be any selective Counseling we need people in those positions who resources will be left for our grandchildren? preference. are people oriented and respect the people they There are many decisions made by the Colville I have a very short message, however, I hope Business Council, and I hear a lot of people out there serve. Also we need to hire Tribal members in you, practice your voting privileges and vote saying they want more input about expenditures, etc. those positions, these are tribal programs for our Election Day.. people. Accountability, we need that in order to How did the Tribe reach a 6 M. deficit? And why Caroline Sellars have strong programs. aren’t we as a tribe getting rich off our CASINOS? Housing and timber can be other issues of Why does it appear that Enrollment is so difficult? Omak District Candidates (Position No. 2) Continued

people on this reservation. Promoting the Boycott of Omak Stampede and Eddy Timentwa Today I am recognized by many as true Suicide race. Council Candidate hereditary chief, I am very proud of this. This is why I feel that I am ready to be your There are no college degrees to brag on about leader in the OMAK district. I will remain strong Omak District - Position #2 although my teachings to you come from past as we are faced with similar issues as we go into leaders and from living my entire life right here the new century. in the real world (our reservation). I have shared I know there is much disappointment of being much of this information with our tribal historians. ran out of our hunting, fishing & trapping areas. Council Candidate I know your frustrations, the anger and pain we Everyone knows I am also a hunter, Salmon fisher Edward Louie Timentwa Jr. live with today. and trapper. My father Edward Timentwa spent My name is Edward Louie Timentwa Jr. There was a time when I witnessed my father eight months in jail on a salmon fishing issue that descendent of the Wenatchee/Methow band residing along with some of our tribal leaders shed tears as I yet to lie to rest. in Malott. they fought AGAINST termination. I have heard may times: Get someone new in My parents are the late Edward Timentwa and This pain and frustration once again faced us there! There is nobody worth voting for! mother Donna Timentwa. I am the grandson of this year at the Omak Stampede as our people were Vote as your People before you would have. CHIEF C.B. Suzanne Timentwa and his wife Lucy. being forced into the dirt. Put a hereditary chief back in and vote, Many people speak of C.B. Suzanne helping our I stood strong for us through the Omak Stampede Edward L. Timentwa

I need your support in the upcoming special The Bureau of Indian Affairs Reform is strategic election for position #2 for the Omak District. plan to eliminate the BIA and trust responsibility I have a Master degree in Social Work and to tribes. This would eliminate the Tribal Priority Public Administration which provided the skills and Allocations dollars to tribes and would promote knowledge to work with government to government self-sufficiency. I question whether our tribe is relations. financially capable of sustaining our businesses Joyce Watt We have many critical issues facing our tribe and reservation without the BIA at this time. I am Council Candidate and I would like to represent you at the tribal, state, requesting your support. Have a voice in tribal Omak District - Position #2 and national level. I would like to help negotiate a government as we struggle to survive in our journey gaming compact so we can continue our prosperity to the new millennium. in our gaming industry and I would support new My prayers are with you. gaming facilities. I want tribal members to have Respectfully, a share of the gaming profits yearly. I would Joyce Watt also advocate for tribal reform for a responsive, Okanogan, WA effective, and efficient tribal government.

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Mark Davis & group, & Eaglets drumming group, I can’t thank you Colville Tribal enough for honoring us with your Keller Youth Coordinator News songs during our powwow. Cates Convalescent & Erb, for the $100.00 donation to Hello! I would like to inform you I apologize if I forgot to mention (starting October 19, 1999) purchase gifts for our eldest residents. of what has been happening at the anyone, remembering everyone is 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Center News John Pakootas, for all your hard work Keller Community Center Lately. hard as I print this out. before & after the powwow & for the NATIVE PRIDE YOUTH salmon you donated to the facility KELLER SENIOR PICNIC KELLER YOUTH GROUP MEETINGS EVERY for the powwow. Sis Clark, for AUGUST 6, 1999 ROOTDIGGING WEDNESDAY AT 7:00 P.M. Greetings from the Colville saying our opening prayer. To the I would like to Thank Hazel Last spring, our youth from Keller If you would like to come and crew from Mount Toleman, Buggs Foster for inviting the Keller youth elementary (Mrs. T’s 4th, 5th, and sit in on a meeting you are more Nanamkin, Del Ostenberg, Richard to a part of this special day! The 6th graders) and the Wilbur High than welcome! This group has been Tribal Convalescent Center... Epperson, John Batten, John Smith youth really enjoyed themselves School (Vision Seeker’s Club) went active for approximately three and a & Loren Sam they brought down and spending time with our Elders. rootdigging at Coulee City. We all half years now. They are a group of I would like to start this months respectful to our elders & helped to I would also like to Thank the youth were greeted with kindness from youth who meet and plan on ‘Drug the E.D.I.T.H house for the kids to article by apologizing for not writing serve the elders lunch, thank you to who helped serve our Elders. You did Floyd and Cathy Jess, and Elaine, and Alcohol-free’ activities in our learn about home safety, it was a more often. all the kids & staff, we appreciate all a Great job! Lindsey Hoffman, Lacey Hank, and Millie from the Language community. They have held a variety very good learning experience for Please allow me a moment to you do for our elders. Hoffman, D.J. Heldman, Nicholas Preservation Program surprised of fund-raising activities, such as the kids, our staff, & even myself send our condolences to the families I have a list of people I want to Tonasket, Nathan Tonasket, Jonathan us with a visit. Many of the youth Elementary All-nighter, Raffles, who went through & did not pick up of Mikki Ward, Eva Paul, Harry thank because of them the day was a Kinder, and Tony Grogan. remember the Elders from the L.P.P. Bingo’s, Indian-taco’s, car-washes, on everything that people over look Ensminger. Rose Bush, & Verne great success… from years ago when they brought yard-work, Haunted houses, teen- when it comes to safety in the home. Blough. The residents & staff feel Tinker Watt, you were wonderful KELLER/NESPELEM the youth out! dances, and more! They have taken Smokey Bear, the elders & kids honored to have known & cared for as our MC, your humor & activities PRIDE RIDE The older youth mentored the field-trips together and traveled to the always enjoy having you participate these people & we will miss them was such a joy. Legion Post 114, AUGUST 20,21, 22, 1999 younger youth in this process and it Northwest Indian Youth Conference in our powwow. Darrin Lucht, from dearly. for honoring us by leading us during Out of respect for the families, we worked out great! A big Thank you together. Public Works for helping set up the We recently had our annual grand entry. Ladies Auxillary, for the did not hold the Pride Ride this year. goes out to Mrs. T. Furetta Heldman, I am very proud of this youth shaded area for our elders. The crew Our prayers are with the families Judy Moses, Sonny Moses, Gary group because of their commitment powwow at CTCC & had a great salads you brought for lunch. Faye of guys that helped Junky before at this time. We will start planning Lesser, Sr. and Danita Adolph for in wanting to meet on a weekly basis, turnout with kids from Keller & Mawdsley, for your entertaining during and after the powwow, thank for next years’ Pride Ride, please chaperoning the youth! during the school year, and for each Nespelem schools, the residents singing & guitar playing, we always you so much. Lorraine Williams, contact Julia at 634-2371 or Mary This activity was a huge success of their own unique personalities that always enjoy the time the kids enjoy having you be part of our for helping plan this event again at 634-2191. for our youth, and Lyn Nielson from they possess. They learn responsibil- spend with them. The kids were so powwow. Steve Iukes Jr. & group, this year. Chicken Monghan, for I would like to take this time and the Columbia Basin Herald was ity, respect and appreciation, from helping with setting up. Kristy Thank those who were willing to help there to take pictures. Lyn came each other and from participating in Covington, for the fried bread. in making this years’ Pride Ride such over on October 5, 1999 to interview the fund-raisers. They are role-mod- Donna Marchand, for cooking the a success for all of the youth. We the youth on their perspective of el’s to our younger generation and Colville Community salmon. Tina Cawston & staff, for will always remember your acts of rootdigging. The interviews will be get along fairly well with each other. preparing such a wonderful lunch. kindness! Lee “Slim” Adolph-Hay; published into a story by Lyn and I could probably go on forever! They Larry Jordon, for coming down & Sheilah Cleveland-Pop donation; the publication date is January 2000! are a great group of youth who not CTEC Donation Committee; Sarah This may eventually be incorporated only fund-raise, but learn about life enjoying the day with us. Bernie Peterson-Storytelling; Brian Cum- into a film next spring for our youth! and the real world at the same time. CAlENDAR Aura, for being our barbque chef. mings-Ropes Games and Arena Good job Native Pride Youth Group, And to the CTCC staff, you are all Stalls; Dr. Jan Bacon; All parents/ SAN POIL DANCERS Keep it up! so wonderful & caring, I don’t have volunteers willing to help. MEETINGS EVERY SECOND the words to express how much you AND FOURTH WEDNESDAY’S VISION SEEKERS CLUB all do every day. This is another great group of WILBUR HIGH SCHOOL HALLOWEEN PARTY We honored our veterans that Stanislaus, & Mose Davis. October 29, 1999 youth who have been fairly active MEETINGS EVERY reside at CTCC who are...Isaac Jack On behalf of the Colville Tribal as well. The Advisor for this group THURSDAY Beginning at 6:00 p.m sr., Isaac Quintasket, Eli Lewis, Convalescent Center residents & is: Dondi Tonasket. This group is for Ms. Rhonda Sallis has taken over Nespelem Community Center Lester Yellowwolf, Leonard Husky, staff we would like to thank everyone any youth who have a desire to dance, as the Advisor for this group, and it Lester Bernal, & Delbert Peone. We for coming down to enjoy the day regardless of age, race, or religion. looks as if they are acquiring new Games – Prizes – Treats – Pinatas honored our eldest residents with with us & we look forward to seeing The San Poil dances occasionally members at each meeting! The group Cakewalk – Halloween Bags and more! pendelton blankets & a pendelton hat you all again next year. travel to different areas to perform is starting to plan some fun activities Parents, you are invited to bring your children to this fun & they are Doris Thomas, Christine Our door is always open so please ‘exhibitions’, when requested. They and are working on ‘A big event’ to event! have been to quite a few places host at the school. For more information, contact Julia at (509) 634-2371 already! Dondi does this out of the The Vision Seekers main focus Sponsored by the Nespelem Community Center kindness of his heart and to help our is ‘sharing of the group’s cultures.” youth who have a desire to learn. He They went on a few field trips last Senior Meal also has a list of dedicated and caring year, and hope to do the same this Welcome all Veterans and Auxiliary Groups volunteer who come forward and year. help make regalia for some of our If you would like to attend a Annual Veteran’s Day Pow-Wow Site News dancers. They are Pam Nanamkin, meeting and give any input or share November 5th, 6th, 7th, 1999 Sandy Kinder, Jean Tonasket, Mae your expertise with the group, I can Nespelem Community Center Stensgar, Juanita Tonasket, and Paul help you with transportation! They Nespelem, Washington NESPELEM Pearson (bustles). It really makes would sure appreciate it! moNday - thursday one feel proud to watch the dancers while they are performing, they carry FUND-RAISING Friday - November 5th, 1999 7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m. themselves with such pride and it I would like to Thank all of the Re-Joining Dinner - Noon at the Nez Perce Longhouse MEAL Days: Monday / Wednesday / Thursday shows what dancing means to them. people who have been active in the Friday Evening: Giveaways and Warm-up Dancing at the The San Poil Dancers traveled Keller youths’ fund-raising activities. Nespelem Community Center NESPELEM SENIOR MEAL SITE STAFF to Republic for an exhibition on To all of those who have ever bought *Lil Miss Poppy Contest – Girls 7 to 12 years old Lucetta Desautel, Head Cook September 14, 1999. It was awesome a ‘raffle-ticket,’ 50/50, or made a Host Drum: Indian Nation from Satus, Washington Elsie Picard, Assistant Cook to see the parents of the dancers donation, your acts of kindness and Contests for All Categories and Veteran’s Rhea Adolph, Elder Assistant present also! The youth did an support will always be remembered. Dance Category held each session excellent job in representing the Fund-raising can be so unpredictable Saturday – November 6th, 1999 (509) 634-2895 Keller community and everyone had because you never really know how Grand Entry at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. a very good time. A big Thank you you will make out. Due to our lack All Veteran’s Honor Dance 9:00 p.m. goes out to John Stensgar for being of surrounding resources, I feel the ‘music man’ and for all of his Sunday - November 7th, 1999 that our fund-raising efforts are help. A 50/50 raffle was held by some Grand Entry 1:00 p.m. and Finals always success’s, no matter how KELLER of the dancers, before the Keller Thursday, November 11, 1999 10:00 a.m. much money we make. Remember moNday - friday pow-wow and the lucky winner was Laying of the wreath at the Veteran’s Monument located that smile you receive from the on the Nespelem Agency Campus, Nespelem, Washington JoAnn Lesley! The San Poil Dancers 7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m. will be performing in Exhibition for youth when you buy a ticket, 50/50, Also ceremonies for retiring old flags or make a donation! Thanks for Veteran’s Honor dinner to follow at the Meal Days: Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday Lyn Neilson next month and they will be included in her documentary Supporting our youth! Nez Perce Longhouse 12:00 noon KELLER SENIOR MEAL SITE STAFF film! Wow! If you have any questions or For information contact: Bill Timentwa Hazel Foster, Head Cook / Elder Assistant would like to volunteer your time, (509) 634-4083, Soy Redthunder (509) 633-0701, Pauline Stensgar, Assistant Cook ARTS & CRAFTS you may contact the Keller Youth Grace Moore (509) 634-4530, Jeannie Moon Donald Heldman, Driver / Handyman KELLER COMMUNITY Coordinator-Mary Tonasket-Keller (509) 634-4037, or William Johnson (541) 276-6832 CENTER Community Center-634-2191. Thank Come and Support your VETERAN’S (509) 634-8206 Tuesday’s and Thursday’s you. COYOTE & FRIENDS at The Met INCHELIUM Saturday, November 6th 1999, at 7:00 p.m. moNday - friday Spokane, 901 W. Sprague 7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m.

Featuring, Carlotta Kauffman (Nez Perce Tribe) in the play “ Meal Days: Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday According to Coyote” plus COPY INCHELIUM SENIOR MEAL SITE STAFF Traditional Storytellers, Contemporary Music of LaRae Wiley Kay Welch, Head Cook & Randy Paddock (Colville Tribe) and others. For additional Gerrie LeLone, Assistant Cook / Elder Assistant information call the Cheney Cowles Museum, (509) 456-3931 Mack Seymour, Driver / Handyman DEADLINE This event is FREE and OPEN to the public. (509) 722-3721 Tuesday, November 16, 1999 Roderick T. Cowapoo Sr. Umatilla/Walla Walla/Cayuse & Late Copy & Letters to the Editor Thelma Jean Johnson Cowapoo received after the deadline will be OMAK published in the next month’s edition Yakima/Colville/Nez Perce moNday - friday MEMORIAL 7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m. December 4th Meal Days: Monday / Wednesday / Friday FOR ASSISTANCE CAll Toppenish Longhouse Phone (509) 634-2222 or 634-2223 Fax (509) 634-4617 Toppenish, Washington OMAK SENIOR MEAL SITE STAFF Stone Setting for Thelma at Union Gap Cemetery at 8:00 a.m. Sharon Ives, Head Cook / Elder Assistant Rejoining Giveaway/Memorial and Dinner and Name giving Eva Newsom, Assistant Cook following at the longhouse. The family invites everyone to join with them on this special occasion in honor of their loved (509) 422-7449 Health Beat Looking Back Columbia Basin Job Corps center October is “National Breast Cancer Awareness Month” Opportunities for our youth The American Cancer Society Guideline for NESPELEM, WA.—Four welding, plastering, building and Early Detection of Breast Cancer Are: Colville Tribal Members, who are apartment maintenance, and nursing. with the Columbia Basin Job Corps Also offered at the Columbia • If you are age 40 and over: at Moses Lake, WA., met with Basin Job Corps center are: a School • Have a mammogram every year. personnel of the Tribal Employment to Work program, a student can earn and Training, Higher Education, and a General Education Development • Have a clinical breast exam by your health Vocational Rehabilitation offices on certificate or a high school diploma, care provider every year. Tuesday, October 5. and one can apply to an advanced Len Friedlander, who is the Corps’ career training course through Big • Do a breast self-exam each month. Recreation Director at Moses Lake, Bend Community College. • If you are age 30-39 brought three young adults with Len Friedlander explained that him. Matt Pakootas is undergoing him and the three young students • Have a clinical breast exam by your health training to be a cement masonry, with him would be willing to go to care provider at least every three years. Mary George is taking up painting, the different public schools on or • Do a breast self-exam each month. and Sheila Pakootas is involved in a near the Colville Indian Reservation business occupations course. They to describe and answer any question explained to the Tribal personnel about the Job Corps program the Please Watch For Our Stand To Be Set up At TWENTY-THREE YEARS AGO—Dr. Dixy Lee Ray, what young adults need to do to enter young tribal members may have. candidate for the Governor of the state of Washington, was the federally funded program, and Young tribal members who The Nespelem Trading Post! the Guest Speaker during a Banquet Dinner held by the the opportunities available to them. are interested in obtaining more Compliments of Nespelem CHR’s” The requirements are: must be information about the Columbia Afiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (ATNWI) on October between the ages of 16 and 24, a Basin Job Corps at Moses Lake can Pam Moses 634-2942 1, 1976, at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane. Dr. Ray went U.S. Citizen or legal resident, out of write to Renee Philen, Admission Lorraine Williams 634-2941 on to become the state’s irst and only female Governor. school, from a low income family, Counselor, 925 W. Broadway, Suite Seated next to her is Lucy Covington. On July 8, 1976, Ms. and you need vocational training to A, Moses Lake, WA. 98837. The Covington became the irst woman to be the Chairperson find a good job. telephone number is (509)764-0063 of the Colville Tribes’ Business Council. During the ATNWI In addition to the three trades or 1-800-863-5627. elections for Oficers, Ms. Covington was re-elected to her mentioned above, there are six other position as First Vice-President of the ATNWI. training programs a student can take: carpentry, culinary arts (cooking), Happy Colville Achievers Halloween! Halloween Jokes and Activities for Kids

Marchand leads teams to What is a witch with poison ivy called? second place in National and An itchy witchy. Canadian Fastpitch inals. Why are black cats such good singers? Because they’re very mewsical. Virgil “Smoker” Marchand, led the Westbank Canadians to second place in the Canadian Fastpich Why did the witch stand up in front of the audience? Championship. Marchand went 4-1 in the tournament, Because she had to give a screech. Westbank lost the championship game 4-3 to a Saskatchewan team. Westbank was the host team, but What directions did the ghost give the goblin? had to play with pick-up players that battled back through “Make a fright turn at the corner.” the losers bracket to play for the Championship. In Albuquerque New Mexico, Marchand let the (Hogans) What do goblins mail home while on vacation? to second place in the World Series of Faspitch, NAFA. Ghostcards. Marchand went 5-0 in the tournament and received “All World first team Class AA” honors. Because of flight Why did the vampire need mouthwash? scheduling, he had to leave at 3:00 pm on Sunday, the championship game started at 2:30 pm. His team was undefeated in the tournament until being beat twice by a Lyons team from California during the championship finals. There were 58 teams competing in the World Series of Fastpitch from all over the United States.

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At a recent meeting of Western States Operating Engineers Institute of Training Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee, it was unanimously voted to upgrade you from 90% to Journey Person Status. Your related training hours were also reviewed and approved. Your apprenticeship in now complete. I will notify the OMAK YOUTH Washington State Apprenticeship Council and they will issue a Certificate of Completion. Congratulations again Eddie Palmanteer. Sincerely, DANNY THIEMENS Training Director

North Omak Elementary help me catch the Students of the Month North Omak Elementa- ry JOM/Title IX Students of the Month for September were, Dakotah Condon and Jeremiah Chapa. Dakota and Jeremiah are both in Mrs. Quintasket’s 2nd grade class- Drive careful room. Dakotah was selected for being a positive role model and watch and working hard in school. out for Jeremiah was selected for Honesty and a great work those little ethic. Both students were honored with a certificate, GHOSTS & a t-shirt, and a trip to Valley GOBlINS Lanes. T-shirts and the trip to Valley Lanes were sponsored by COLVILLE TRIBAL BINGO Dakotah Condon CASINO, Okanogan, WA. Jeremiah Chapa Please color me Tribal Tribune Service & Source Directory Call or Fax Us Your Information Right Now! 24-Hour Message Number (509) 634-2222 24-Hour Fax Number (509) 634-4617 Colville Photo Album

FOR SALE / WANTED applications such as word processing, database management, spread sheets and desktop publishing. Desired HOUSE FOR SALE qualifications: knowledge of Northwest Trust Status on one acre located one Native culture, art and community issues. mile north of CIPP in Omak Salary Range: $1877-2365 monthly plus Features: benefits. Application Deadline: October • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 25, 1999. For app/info call (360) 866- • 2-car garage 6000 ext. 6361 or view on Internet (http:/ • 2 fire places www.evergreen.edu/user/HRS). Hearing/ • Sauna speech impaired may call (360) 866-6695 • Spacious kitchen with all new (TTY). EOE/AA/ADA. appliance, including built-in double ovens • Central heating/air ANNOUNCEMENT • Freshly painted inside & out • Custom blinds throughout “STOLEN PROPERTY” • Nice, mature landscaping including Please call if you have purchased or 4 fruit trees and pond seen any of the following items. • View location is very private, yet Items were Stolen between June 99 close to town and August 99 from Elmer City/Grandview Please contact 826-7615 for more Village Trailer Court. These items were information & to make an appointment the property of my niece, who is sad over to view. her loss. (1) Glass Coffee table w/black metal LAND FOR SALE legs, also w/two matching end tables The subject is located in the City (1) Large wicker shelf and (1) small Happy Birthday Dauber Happy Birthday Poncho Happy Birthday Sis Happy Birthday Elvis of Nespelem, is in trust status and not wicker shelf We all love you We all love you We all love you We love you subject to any city, county or state (4) Wood chairs white with brown Mom, Sissy and the family up Your family in Calif. and on the From all of us on the hill From your family on the hill assessments or taxes. Used as an woodseats (Kitchen) on the hill hill in Omak November 17, 1999 October 2, 1999 Improved rural community homesite with (1) Large wood rocking chair a 1979 Tamarack Champion 14’ x 70’ (1) Microwave (med) Brown w/black October 9, 1999 November 17, 1999 mobile home trailer setup. 0.32 acres, door more or less in size, is rectangular in (1) Box Indian Pictures, dream shape and consists of two lots. Power and catchers, Chief Joseph picture, arrow phone are developed on site. The subject shape pictures etc. has community sewer and water. The *Lots of girl toys such as Barbi dolls, Branch of Realty is to contact for further stuffies etc. information. (509) 634-2345. (2) lawn chairs I plead with you the people to assist JOB ANNOUNCEMENT in this search for items that would only be important to my niece. There is no money offered as a reward, I will continue to ask PROgRAM ASSISTANT people and believe in truth, trust, and FOR THE EvERgREEN the right thing will happen (being items STATE COLLEgE returned). Serve as primary office support for Bless Everyone both the Longhouse Education and Please Call (509)633-2141 Cultural Center and the Northwest Indian Nancy Applied Research Institute. Requires HS AND two years of full-time clerical experience including computer software

Happy Birthday Mother Happy Birthday Butch the CCT Personnel Happy Birthday Cookie Happy Birthday Eileen (Burke) Sanchez Babe The Halloween Baby Joe Bo Bo We all love you The Big “60” and still look good JOB ANNOUNCEMNTS We love you We love you Your family on the hill and Calif. We love you Personnel P.O. Box 150 - Nespelem, WA 99155 (800) 506-9434 Your family on the hill Your family on the hill in Omak October 21, 1999 Your family on the hill in Omak October 31, 1999 October 27, 1999

Chief of Police •Knowledge of the professional, Commission. technical, and legal aspects of the Colville Tribal program operations to be adminis- QUALIFICATIONS Police Services tered. •Must possess a High School •Ability to analyze complex Diploma or GED. problems and determine effective, •Must be at least 35 years of age. SALARY efficient means for their resolution. •Must possess substantial edu- DOE - Four year contract which may •Ability to maintain STRICT cation or experience in any of the be renewed with a positive evaluation confidentiality. following areas: policy enforcement, from the Colville Business Council •Basic knowledge of Tribal gaming operations, the practice of Executive Committee operations and structures. gaming law, gaming control, law

enforcement, accounting or public REPORTS TO SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS administration. Colville Business Council / Law & •Must successfully clear an •No Gaming Commissioner shall Justice Committee extensive Criminal Background be an employee or manager of the Inquiry; results must not reflect any Colville Tribal Enterprises Corpo- LOCATION felony or misdemeanor convictions. ration (CTEC) or Gaming Division. Colville Indian Agency Campus •Must possess and maintain a •Gaming Commissioners may Nespelem, Washington valid Washington State Driver’s occupy non-elective and non- License, and be eligible for the managerial Tribal positions and Happy 34th Anniversary BASIC FUNCTIONS Congrats Matt Boyd Tribes’ vehicle insurance. may engage in business; however, This administrative law en- 1st Place, Keller Junior Rodeo - Gilbert Sr. and Romona (Miller) Lucero the incumbent cannot be employed force-ment position is responsible Junior Bulls 1999 TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREF- in, own, or possess any interest in November 6, 1999 for the coordination and control of Happy Birthday ERENCE WILL BE GIVEN; Vet- operations authorized/regulated by We all love you all police activities on the Colville Love always erans will be given priority over Title 40. Your family in Omak on the hill Indian Reservation. Will ensure Dad, Mom, Aunites & Families equally-qualified applicants within •Demonstrated ability maintain- public order is maintained, laws and the same preference code. ing STRICT confidentiality as it ordinances are enforced, and all nec- relates to Tribal/Gaming rules and essary measures are taken to prevent CLOSINg DATE regulations. crime and protect lives and property. Applications and resumes must be •Ability to effectively commu- Work involves the selection, train- received in the Personnel Office by nicate both verbally and in written Women in the Nez Perce War ing, supervision, and discipline of 4:00 p.m., October 27, 1999, or be format. by Ruth Wapato all departmental personnel, and is postmarked by that date. •Ability to maintain effective performed with a wide latitude of working relationships with Gaming Life after the 1877 Chief Joseph War was a dragging. They had to be midwives as there were independent judgement and action. INFORMATION personnel, Tribal Council, and others. dismal existence for the survivors of the war. Chief pregnant women in the group. The Chairperson of the Law & Jus- Colville Confederated Tribes Joseph and his group were sentenced to live in What happened to these women who survived tice Committee is updated and ad- ATTN: Personnel Office SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma). Many the war? It is not clear but evidence indicates that vised through Committee meetings, P. O. Box 150 •Must be willing and able to work men, women and children died in Indian Territory, Yellow Wolf’s daughter, Pakpak Ponmi was turned conferences and reports. Nespelem, WA 99155 irregular hours, holidays, weekends, know to them as Eikish Pah—the hot place, so over to her aunt and placed in the Lapwai Agency

(800) 506-9434 and nights in order to participate different from their beloved Wallowa. Those that School. She married George Moses, a full-blood QUALIFICATIONS www.colville-tribal.com/JOBS in Gaming Commission regular or managed to escape with White Bird into Canada Nez Perce in Spalding in 1879. Martha Minthorn, •A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal special sessions. found living difficult in a foreign country. Some daughter of Looking Glass, lived in Canada for Justice, AND six (6) years of law •Appointment is contingent upon enforcement experience, two (2) of wandered back into the United States. Propertyless, nine years on a reserve set aside for the Nez Perce gaming successfully clearing a law enforce- which must be at a supervisory level separated from family and friends, hunted by U.S. fugitives. She then returned to Sweetwater on the ment level security background equivalent to an Assistant Chief in a troops, theirs was a precarious, pitiable existence. If Nez Perce Reservation in Idaho. She died February Commissioner investigation. law enforcement agency; OR, caught, some were sent to join Chief Joseph. Others 9, 1949 at the age of 93. Penahwenonmi, wife of •May be required to enter build- •Ten (10) years of law enforce- (4 Positions) were permitted by friendly agents to remain on the Wounded Head, was shown in a picture taken in ings which do not and are not re- ment experience, two (2) of which Lapwai reservation. Still others wandered from one Spalding, so I assume she returned to the Lapwai quired to meet handicapped accessi- must be at a supervisory level equiv- SALARY reservation to another until Joseph returned from Reservation in Idaho. She died March 15, 1938 at bility standards. alent to an Assistant Chief in a law $500.00 per meeting Oklahoma and they then joined the tribe. the age of 95. Wetatonmi, wife of Ollokot, escaped enforcement agency; HOWEVER, (2 meetings per month) TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREF- The women are often overlooked in war. From with White Bird to Canada, spent two years with •Any education or experience, ERENCE WILL BE GIVEN; Vet- a list compiled by Many Wounds and Black Eagle the Sioux, then wandered about, spending winter of which demonstrates the ability to REPORTS TO erans will be given priority over of the Nez Perces who escaped and were never 1881 with the Spokanes, finally returning to Lapwai perform the duties/functions of Colville Business Council equally-qualified applicants within captured, not one woman is mentioned. Usually where she was allowed to settle. She remarried and this position, may be substituted LOCATION the same preference code. the thought is that women stay home and are safe. became Susie McConville. She died in 1934. on a month-for-month basis for the The Nez Perce women suffered along with their There were many nameless women of all ages minimum qualifications. Tribal Administration Building CLOSINg DATE fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers and grandparents who lost their lives. In our hearts we will remember •Thorough knowledge of princi- Nespelem, Washington Applications and resumes (option- wounded and killed. they were hungry and cold these brave women whose lives were cut short by ples involved with police adminis- al) must be received in the Personnel tration and management. BASIC FUNCTIONS with their warriors. Women provided food, water, the Nez Perce War of 1877. Office by 4:00 p.m., November 03, •Thorough knowledge of tribal, The incumbent of this position is clothing and fresh horses when their warriors were Ruth Wapato is a Chief Joseph band descendant 1999, or be postmarked by that date. federal, state, and city laws, statutes, empowered by delegated authority in battle. They dug shelter pits for the old people and and board member of the Nez Perce National from the Colville Business Council children, using their camas hooks for digging. They Historic Trail Foundation. Along with other and ordinances. INFORMATION •Ability to establish and maintain to autonomously regulate all gaming took care of the wounded. They buried the dead. At Nez Perce women, she made a presentation Colville Confederated Tribes effective working relations within activities conducted by the Colville the same time, they had to take care of every day at our Annual Meeting. She lives in Bend, ATTN: Personnel Office the department, and with local and Confederated Tribes. This necessary living–set up camp, take down camp, prepare food, Oregon with her husband Paul, treasurer of the P. O. Box 150 area officials, the general public, and component, in the system of checks Nespelem, WA 99155 provide clothing, get wood, get water, take care NPNHT Foundation. 20848 Dione Way, Bend, pressure groups. and balances, is needed to ensure the of the horses, keep the fire going, dig roots when OR 97701. Both Ruth and Paul are Colville Tribal highest degree of integrity is upheld (800) 506-9434 •Knowledge of management they could, dry meat when they could, cup poles members. with all games within the casinos, www.colville-tribal.com/JOBS principles and practices affiliated for tepees which had to be peeled and dried for with Tribal Police Department and also to protect the interests operations. of the Colville Tribes’ Gaming Letters To The Editor

The Colville Tribe has a treasure here... letters to the Editor Tribal Tribune Editorial Letters- here, a LIVING TREASURE that believe that the VALUE OF THESE you to really do selective logging that I have spent many hours this cannot be rebuilt in 10, 20, 30 or 50 TREES ALIVE IS FAR GREATER keeps the elder trees and mid year Letters to the Editor must meet the legal standards set for libel summer walking the woods between years — These trees take 150, 200, than short lived cash of sending them trees and younger trees in a healthy and slander. Any letter that may contain questionable comments Lake LeFleur and Elbow Lake. The AND MORE years to become the to a mill. balance. No clearcuts! I would like to present some ideas No complete removal of all trees or opinions will be reviewed by the Reservation Attorney’s Office. rich green forest is not only a feast for regal presence that they are. That is eyes, ears, nose, but also for the soul. awesome! to consider. over 12” diameter! I encourage you All letters must contain the writer’s signature, address, and There are large old growth trees I beg you to reconsider how you I would suggest that logging take to strive to help create an old growth telephone (if available). Letter are limited to 300-words. Letters sprinkled in this forested area. Trees deal with these particular trees by younger trees and preserve and keep forest by allowing large trees to these old giants. remain. An old growth forest can not signed, or exceeding the 300-word limit will not be published. of 18” to 30” diameter, fir, tamarack Lake LeFleur and to reconsider how and pine. These trees create a quality you deal with your forests as a whole. Native American culture makes be an attractive area that people Views and opinion expressed in Letters to the Editor, much importance of honoring come to enrich their spirit and soul. in the atmosphere of the forest which One cannot put a price on matters “elders.” These trees are “elders.” That is more in keeping with Native complimentary or critical, are those of the writer of the letter. is very real, but hard to describe. of the spirit and energy of living They are not endorsed by the Tribal Tribune staff, Tribal Certainly they should be treated American tradition. There is a regalness, a quiet, a calm old growth trees. The energy and with the honor they deserve. Just as Its said that Native Americans Administration, Tribal Business Council, or the Colville and strengthening air emanating presence of these trees speaks to a elders in our human friendships offer were forced off their homelands to Confederated Tribes membership as a whole. from them. person’s heart and spirit. It makes us wisdom, love, guidance, these trees less desirable lands. As I see the To my dismay, this Sept., bright a better person. it connects us with a do too. It is up to us to open our hearts vast wooded mountainsides of this pink ribbons have appeared in the sense of the rich wholeness of like and ears and listen. reservation I see you have a rich immediate vicinity of these trees. and the sense of creations ongoing I have seen woodlands off the res- treasure and I encourage you to My guess is that these trees are now care. They are a comfort with their ervation that are like toothpick facto- protect it, enhance and preserve it in on death row, destined to fall and years of like and wisdom filling the ries compared to the large trees here. ways better than what has happened For Membership go to a mill. PLEASE DON’T! The air around them. I challenge the Colville Confederated off the reservation. worth of those trees alive in the forest Walk by them, stand by them, Tribes to dare to be different and to Sincerely, far outweighs the short term cash touch them, talk to them and you too change its forestry methods to be Sally Lacquice Knowledge To gain from lumbering them. Colville will feel their greatness. BETTER THAN METHODS OFF Inchelium, WA Confederated Tribes has a treasure You also may come to see and THE RESERVATION. I challenge Remember Always: Letter to Tribal Tribune Editor Tribes. Federal Indian law is inherent What is it going to take for things to change? The Colville Confederated sovereignty which has never been Tribes A Sovereign nation, with extinguished, 110 S.C.R. 25 To The Tribal Tribune: You wonder sometimes is it even by the time I was 16 I was doing are taking place. The only way things Exclusive Federal Jurisdiction Only, Indian County, (a) All Land within Seems to me everyone has their safe for your kids to play outside. drugs. when your at that age what are going to change is if people take NO State Law; Whereby they are limits of any Indian Reservation, 18 strong opinion about what could be What is it going to take for things you need is someone to understand a stand and change them. governed by U.S. Constitutional U.S.C #1151. done about youth violence and how to change? you - listen to you. I rebelled as Why is it the tribal council to prevent it but no one acts on it. More deaths of our teenagers. a teenager because of LACK OF continue to spend all of our gaming Law Treaty, ‘Original’ Defined, # 1, Voice of authority always remains A lot of bad things have happened Why can’t our tribe build an COMMUNICATION between child money right away without us Treaties, absolute, unalterable, by the within the bands of the Chief, ‘by on our reservation to the young Alcohol Treatment Center like other and parents. Every teen thinks they members getting a per capita. that Membership.” U.S.C. 1831152, Kay membership vote,’ tribal membership people in the community. All these tribes have. Do you really think that know enough to be an adult. A lot of money should benefit all members. (1,13) Indians Authority comes from marks bounds of Tribal Authority.” great ideas about the Community the alcohol counselors you have times they are searching for a way to It’s ridiculous how much money they consent of its members, membership Therefore Tribal councils never Center should have been done a long now do their job effectively. If they communicate with their parents and spend on travel. marks bounds of tribal authority. were, never has been lawfully time ago. After it was decided that did then why is alcohol and drug when you can’t you figure no one Time for another Big meeting U.S.C.A. 2531302 requires majority counted as the tribes, and often building would become a teen center addiction become worse now than gives a damn so what does it matter. don’t you think? vote of membership by ballot before misquoted, manipulated, by a few it sat idle for how long? it ever was.Center gives help to I have been there and did it, that’s Off reservation members don’t Tribal council can act. U.S.C.A. individuals never taught right from All our gaming money goes to those that want it. They work with how I felt as a teen. even set their tribal tribunes like we Amendment #2, The Supremacy wrong. Tribal councils must acquire different programs. They spend it all you one on one counseling. You Instead of yelling around take should. Half the time they don’t even Clause of the U. S. ‘Jay Treaty 5-4- majority vote of the membership by before members even get a gaming don’t get that through the Alcohol time to listen. It could be a plea for get one. 1776 made with England; whereby ballot in order to pass valid laws on per capita. The tribe could have used Counseling Services. they ship you help you are missing. Lisa B. Waters U.S. Const. Law Guarantees Indians all Tribal Affairs. Without, they are that money to start new programs off to treatment, do your paperwork, It’s truly a tragedy the things that Wapato, WA the Right to pass and repass anywhere null and void. Therefore in order to for the kids. I’m not talking about check in on you when its convenient within continental boundaries of insure, Sovereign Nation Status for “Healthy Nations” either. for them and then that’s it. You never North American unmolested. 18 our Tribes continually, “Never shall The children and the elders are the truly get totally well. You are always U.S.C. Civil Rights #241, 242, 243, there every be any type or kind of ones who suffer the most because of in Recovery. TO ALL DISTRICT 101 U.S.S.C.A.; State of Washington Termination of Our Homelands.” the decisions of others. I began drinking at 15 years old assumed jurisdiction in violation of Whereby, Self determination COUNCILPERSONS the 14th Amendment. Indians Right lays with individual self opinion of I have attached a copy of the, If the above is not turned into a To Vote Act, Past by U.S. Congress whether they want to leave or stay OFFICIAL CERTIFICATION nonexistence fact, I am requesting 1924. depending on their thinking ability Pendleton Round-Up OF THE RETURNS FOR THE that ALL the results of May 22, 1999 Traditional Tribal law; Tribal ability and ambition. Tribal Tribune: cloth, and trunks to go underneath PRIMARY ELECTION FOR and the person(s) that won the elected Councils are only spokesperson Whereby, “Tribal membership All the trips that I had taken to the breach cloth. Scrambling for TRIBAL COUNCIL HELD MAY seats be RE-CALLED/REMOVED representatives for the Tribal is the governing body of any Tribe, the Pendleton round Up will not a bandanna and some of them 22, 1999. and ALL DISTRICTS hold new membership, after membership while council are paid representatives take the place of what I witnessed as using boxing shoes for moccasin’s. I question the signature of Robert elections!! vote, never a governing body since to act for the membership, after tribal a by stander that touched my Indian Meanwhile some were putting paint “Bob” Louie, Committee Member- If the persons in charge of the time began for tribes. When first vote on affairs!” spirit in the way it did. The Indian on their faces. This seemed hideous Inchelium District. Election Committee, seated Council foreigners set foot on soil of this Sincerely, honest truth spoken Cowboys and Owners ventured South and comical at the time to see these I believe that Council Member(s) members that were not in the Election continent they were met by an Indian E. McGinnis, D.O.B, 5-7-1922 to Oregon. Some of the riders and Cowboy’s take off their pride. While and Committee Member(s) are process are able to make up the Chief and subjects with council in WWII Vet, Nespelem Tribal owners having only the gas money observing Henry LcCourse, Adam composed of the person(s) that rules as they go, then maybe WE the tow 500 B.C. (Research will do Member and a few bucks in their pocket to Timentwa, Montana Pakootas and are ELECTED from District(s). MEMBERSHIP need to replace ALL Consuelo M. Johnston was/is an FOURTEEN (14) Council members. more good than alcohol or drugs for hereditary Chief by Bloodline make it to the big Rodeo and Indian George, Tony Marchand get out their Celebration. Most common, the and come up with an outfit. employee of the Colville Tribe, I do believe WE THE you any day). Tribal Chiefs are the ECE la hcet suh regardless if she is paid a salary, MEMBERSHIP have this POWER, main supreme head man of all Indian crowd that follows the rodeo circuit Out of their determination to depend on each other for a meal or take home money. These boys made commission or an hourly wage, she let’s TAKE IT BACK. Let’s SHOW a hand out. the owners winners by doing what is NOT ELECTED. the Council and Administration, WE Pendleton Round Up, has events they had to do by a ride that would I am in disagreement that these CAN ALSO BOYCOTT an issue that for the Indian participants known as take them to the winning circle. The OFFICIAL RESULTS are VALID we feel like we have been treated the famous “Indian Pony Express guys rode bareback the third day because an employee signed this unfairly. and Free For All Races.” While the took it’s toil by having sore buns documentation instead of a Council Respectfully, jockey’s were getting ready for the and bruised parts they ventured on. Member. And if there were other Shirley K. Charley races to begin. The sponsors of the The Colville’s come home in victory Council Members(s) present, why Omak, WA race has a last minute meeting. The taking first place in each event. What didn’t they sign? October 6, 1999 Officials let the riders and owners touched my heart was that if you have know that their was going to be some the guts and grit to try to win you changes in the races. This meant that have to let go in order to win. I can With Dignity And Respect For Our Loved Ones. The Tribal Tribune the horse would be ridden bareback tease my kids on how ridiculous they Colville CommunicationA Production of Services the (CCS), and the riders had to wear a breach looked but they did it with a smile a Division of Colville Tribal Administration. cloth and moccasin’s. Of course none on their face. The Owners Eddie The Official Publication of the of the Colville’s came prepared. The Timentwa, Darla Carden, Bill Flett, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation sponsors would not budge on their Ralph Moses and the Gottfriedson decision for Traditional attire and the should be pleased. Good job you Farewells P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, Washington 99155. way the race would be run. made us all proud! In loving memory of Eileen (Stanszak) Hall A race back to camp the rider’s Ferol Best were tearing up T-shirts for a breach Omak, WA You’re only out of sight, but never out of my Tribal Tribune The Tribal heart. ARE WE MUSHROOMS? The time came for all of us Subscriptions Tribune to part. Free to Adult Members of the Managing Editor TO THE EDITOR: PERSONAL FUNDS), labeled them Now, I’m glad that you are Confederated Tribes of the Colville Sam F. Sampson I personally do not like being and sent them out. I Commend them Reservation and Minors (Upon out of pain. CCS Manager kept in the dark and fed bull manure. for spending their personal money The ones that you left behind Parental Request). on the reservation to a TRIBAL Rates For All Other Subscriptions By Layout Editor Two of our council ladies were now, have nothing to gain Mail (Paid In Advance) Graphic Illustrator ousted from council for campaign BUSINESS. The only mistake they I, myself, still miss and love you In Washington State Spirit Peoples violations. In checking a copy of the made was using the services of a very much. tribal business and not throwing $30.00 Per Year Communication Specialist I election code there is no violation. And in our own little way their personal money to the outside Elsewhere in United States SO WHICH CODE OR RULE DID will always stay in touch. $40.00 Per Year THEY VIOLATE? OR SHOULD I world. It would be a big help if more members used and paid for tribal Until we met again—I’ll say Canada and Overseas ASK WHOSE PERSONAL RULE GOOD-BYE $50.00 Per Year DID THEY VIOLATE? services both public and private. To Reach I invite every tribal member to Love, your little sis, Call for Special Rates for COLVILLE Non-ColvilleTribal Member Elders, call or write the tribal office and COMMUNICATION SERVICES Disabled and Servicemen/women. The Tribal ask for a current copy of the Tribal Here’s a poem I seen I want to have it printed. There’s no authors is an advertised tribal business Constitution and a current Election Tribune with an ad in the Tribal Tribune. name on it. I’d like it printed for my family, I want to dedicate it to Code (then you won’t have to listen Brian Jarvis Jim Direct There is NON PROFIT stamp and to rumors or be overwhelmed with Advertising a FOR PROFIT stamp for bulk bull manure). Deeper Still Classified and Display mailing which is perfectly legal (509) 634-2222 I will once more plead with When you’ve walked through the valley of the shadow of death Advertising Available. to use as long as you pay for the sensible tribal members to have the When you thought the worst was over and the worst is what is left Call for advertising rates and Main Trial service and yes, you get a reduced ethics committee removed from Some things he can’t explain now but by and by he will consultations, Monday through rate for bulk mail. (That’s why council. The ethics committee should Look up through the pain now, you will find him Deeper Still Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Switchboard you buy the bulk mail stamp!). not be a battle ground for political Deeper still you will find him, deeper still than before Walk-in Customer Service at (509) 634-2200 COLVILLE COMMUNICATION moves or motives. Why must we Deeper still goes the anchor, deeper still the ocean floor Colville Communication Services, SERVICES IS ADVERTISING constantly rip and tear at our own Deeper still he has taught you, deeper still there is to go Colville Tribal Main Administration Extension 2222 FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS TO USE people? We are only defeating deeper still is the Savior, deeper still then we know. Building, Colville Indian Agency Monday through Friday THEIR SERVICES, therefore they ourselves and looking very childish Why this trials been given only he can say Campus, Nespelem, Monday must have a FOR PROFIT stamp. to the outside world. through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 for now we must trust him and know for sure someday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. LOU and JOANN simply called To my council people Doll, Mike You’ll look down to the valley from his holy hill Fax Number (509) 634-4617 COLVILLE COMMUNICATION and Ted: Lou and Joanne spent $600, And you will share, how suffering there, you found him Deeper Still SERVICES and asked if the services plus dollars each of their personal To: Brenda, Eric, Mark and Shaun Van Pelt and to all the rest of Copy Deadlines were available, then took their money to a tribal business, how much Copy Deadlines for All Copy World Wide my family. campaign letters there to be processed is this special election costing each I love all of you very much. Stay strong. Except Advertisements and stamped with the bulk mail one of us tribal members? Due by 4:00 P.M. on dates posted Web Address Lisa B. Waters www.colville-tribal.com stamp. They then paid for services WITH HONEST CONCERN, rendered (WITH THEIR OWN Cherie C. Moomaw Eddy Timentwa Council Candidate Omak District - Position #2

James F. Ives Council Candidate Nespelem District - Position #1

Happy Birthday Dauber Happy Birthday Poncho Happy Birthday Sis Happy Birthday Elvis We all love you We all love you We all love you We love you Mom, Sissy and the family up Your family in Calif. and on the From all of us on the hill From your family on the hill on the hill hill in Omak November 17, 1999 October 2, 1999 October 9, 1999 November 17, 1999

Happy Birthday Mother Happy Birthday Butch the Happy Birthday Cookie Happy Birthday Eileen (Burke) Sanchez Babe The Halloween Baby Joe Bo Bo We all love you The Big “60” and still look good We love you We love you Your family on the hill and Calif. We love you Your family on the hill Your family on the hill in Omak October 21, 1999 Your family on the hill in Omak October 31, 1999 October 27, 1999

Congrats Matt Boyd Happy 34th Anniversary 1st Place, Keller Junior Rodeo - Gilbert Sr. and Romona (Miller) Lucero Junior Bulls 1999 November 6, 1999 WELL DONE OR RARE?--Learning how to dry deer meat at the Twin Lakes CCT Youth Camp (L to R) Palmer Gunshows, Sharon Moses, and Cara Campbell from the Paschal Sherman Indian School, St. Mary’s Mission. All three are 7th Graders.

TIMBER!--Heather Thompson tries to walk across the beam without falling and without help from her fellow classmates at the Twin Lakes CCT Youth Camp. She is an 8th grader at the Paschal Sherman Indian School, St. Mary’s Mission.

RATTLESNAKE – By Danyle Quintasket

YARROW – By Sara James IT’S TOO TIGHT--Students from the Paschal Sherman Indian School, St. Mary’s Mission, watch as a classmate gets her harness checked as a safety precaution, The students spent three days at the Twin Lakes CCT Youth Camp.

Bulk Rate ~ U.S. Postage Paid October 22, 1999 Address Correction Requested Permit No. 2 ~ Nespelem, Washington 99155 Volume 25, No. 10 -- OCTOBER 1999 Edition P.O. Box 150, Nespelem WA 99155 PSIS Poet Corner

THE VOICE OF PROUD PASCHAL SHERMAN INDIAN SCHOOL STUDENTS & STAFF Fifth Grade Class Poetry

Stone We began to get frightened and Apples are green The important thing about me is it began to get very, very crazy I Apples are red that I like to help people out. I am grabbed my girlfriend and I held her Apples are all different colors PASCHAL SHERMAN in the first grade. I like working on until she began to disappear and I was Apples are crunchy computers. I have five brothers, a left all alone. Apples are sweet and sour dad and a mom. I like to play video By Eddie Olebar (the best) 5th Apples are big, apples are little INDIAN SCHOOL games. Grade Apples come in all different sizes But the important thing about me Apples come from trees Omak Lake Road, Omak, WA 98841 is that I like to help people out. POEMS ON APPLES Apples make a whole list of stuff PHONE: 509-826-2097 • FAX: 509-826-3855 Mike Prescott Zebra Stripes Apples are sweet and yummy Once there was a zebra that had no Apples are red, yellow, Apples are crunchy green and orange stripes. All of his friends had stripes, Apples are sweet Apples are creatures and teachers and he felt left out. His parents didn’t Apples come from a trees Jessica Olebar want him for a son. Apples trees come from a seed But were does the seed One day he went for a walk Apples are good PSIS 2nd Grade News because he heard of folklore about Apples are sweet come from? zebras who have no stripes. He was Apples are green, red, gold What came first, the apple or tree? Welcome to another year of especially the pigs. They enjoyed 24th with fun activities. We enjoyed walking in the jungle and he saw a And sometimes all three colors. Geno Moore success at Paschal Sherman Indian listening to a young, 4 year old Mr. Rick Desautel coming to show monkey in a tree. He said, “hi.” The Lonzell Lucei School! Last year was a fantastic musician from Tonasket, who played us the hides and antlers of a moose, monkey asked the sad little zebra, Apples are sweet and year for our students and this year country music. deer, and an elk. Thank you Rick! “what’s wrong?” The zebra said, Apples are red yummy and good will be even better. Our second On September 9th, we had Open On Tuesday we had a parade and “My friends have stripes and I don’t.” Apples are green Apples are sour, apples are colors grade class has fourteen students this House here at PSIS. Out class had the Mini-Pow Wow. We learned about The monkey felt sad for the zebra. Apples are gold I like apples. year. There are seven boys and seven most parents in attendance. Thank Native American Horses and made So he told him a story about a zebra Apples are so good Nicole Timentwa girls. you to all parents and other family shakers with sand paintings on them. that had no stripes. He said if a zebra Eddie Olebar We went to the Okanogan members who took time to come and The Second Grade Respect and wants stripes he has to show courage. Apples are green County fair on September 9th. The visit with us that evening. Responsibility award is back again The zebra was so happy that The apple is red and yellow Apples are tasty sweet and sour kids enjoyed the animals the most, We celebrated Native American this year. This award is given to one he went to find something that The apple is lobsided Apples are crunchy and bumpy Day the week of September 20th to second grade student each month. everybody was scared of. He found it, The apple has seeds Apples have brown stems The student earns the award by and he wasn’t scared. When he went The apple has spots Apples have bright colors being respectful of teachers, friends, back to his family, he had stripes and The apple is sweet Leon Johnson and others. By being responsible he was proud of it. That’s how zebras Corey Wiley got stripes. Apples are crunchy for turning in homework, coming A story by Jessica Olebar, 5th I saw a tree with some leaves and Apples are sweet to school regularly and for having Grade a red apple on a stem. I took it off and Apples are so good to eat a positive attitude. The winner of I took a bite. It tasted sweet, it was so Apples are red, green, gold this award receives a certificate, a At One Time Zebras good that I took another one. There I eat so many they make me full box of markers or crayons, and his/ Had No Stripes are so many colors, but I liked the Ali Gunshows her names in the monthly 2nd grade The Zebras had no stripes in 1960. green ones. You can make and apple newsletter in the Tribal Tribune. They looked like a horse before they pie, juice, applesauce, caramel apple Apples, This month’s award was earned by got stripes. They got a lot of hair and so many things. The pride of September days, Michael Ortiz. Michael has perfect under their armpits. Barney Dick When chill winds vie attendance, and has turned in almost Zebras almost looked like With summer rays all of his homework on time. He is unicorns but they have no horns. Apples make me happy Than sun kiss warm apple skin, respectful toward teachers and his One time I was at a zoo in Canada Crunchy, sweet, sour And sweeten all the juice within. friends, and he always has a positive and I went for a tour around it. Apples belong to birds and worms O blossom fruit of reds and golds! attitude at school. Keep up the great We saw a lot of Zebras at the zoo Apples are made into Whose apple fragrance work Michael! in Canada that looked so marvelous Juice, apple pie, fruit salad Hangs and holds Be sure to read the 2nd grade news that we stared at them until they Apples are good and tasty, Still thickly in the autumn air, next month to find out the winner for began to form stripes around their And the colors are red Long after they are the month of October. Our class is whole body. Wahmbli Nomee Gone from here. excited about the coming year and we are all looking forward to achieving IT’S TOO TIGHT--Students from the Paschal Sherman Indian School, St. our academic goals. Until next time, After studying animal behavior in Science, Mary’s Mission, watch as a classmate gets her harness checked as a safety Lem Lem, precaution, The students spent three days at the Twin Lakes CCT Youth Shelly Covington Fourth grade students were asked to sketch Camp. 2nd Grade Teacher little and paint an animal of their choice. Sylvia Desautel 2nd Grade Teaching Assistant

Fourth grade stu- dents collected plant samples for Science 4-H and after identifica- tion, painted pictures of their samples.

TWIN LAKES CAMP—Thirty- two students from the 7th and 8th grade at Paschal Sherman Indian RATTLESNAKE – By Danyle Quintasket School (PSIS), St. Mary’s Mission, went through a 4-H Challenge course at the Twin Lakes Colville Confederated Tribes’ Youth Camp held from Oct. 5-9. WELL DONE OR RARE?--Learning how to dry deer meat at the Twin The students were accompanied Lakes CCT Youth Camp (L to R) Palmer Gunshows, Sharon Moses, and by nine PSIS staff members. Cara Campbell from the Paschal Sherman Indian School, St. Mary’s The camp was held to have Mission. All three are 7th Graders. students and teachers learn how to work together, to trust one another, and to learn problem-solving. To YARROW – By Sara James accomplish this, everybody was assigned to one of three groups and they spent the first day going through the Low Rope course. On the second day, if it was thought that a student completed the Low Course okay, he then went through the tougher High Rope course. Both courses had some obstacles that are similar to the ones, one would go through if he was in military boot camp or combat training. The students also dried deer meat, made medicine bags and dream batchers, and took walks in the forest. On the last day, to help pay for the TIMBER!--Heather Thompson tries to walk across the beam without use of the camp, the students cleaned falling and without help from her fellow classmates at the Twin Lakes up the camp and did lawn work. CCT Youth Camp. She is an 8th grader at the Paschal Sherman Indian POTENTILLA School, St. Mary’s Mission. By Bridget Phillips BEAR – By Brandon Simpson Council Resolution Index

1999-623.nat Executive Branch of the CCT which is Request for BIA and the US Dept. Of developed in conjunction with the ad hoc Interior to place Barney’s Junction Property Organizational Chart/Lines of Authority into trust status for the benefit of the CCT Committee established by Resolution 1999- Colville Business Council and Chairman of CBC be authorized to sign 188. any legal documents necessary for the Fee to 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Trust conversion. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Resolutions DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 0 ABSTAIN baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN 1999-632.gov Adopt: Aletha Louise Heath, case #00- 1999-624.l&j 150. Resolution Numbering Legend Approve Joseph Caldwell contract for 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Natural Resources - Nat Management & Budget - M&B Education & Employment - E&E Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Veterans - Vet Ethics / Elections - Eth / Elc Tribal Government - Gov 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Human Services - Hum Law & Justice - L&J Culture - Cul DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 0 ABSTAIN Executive - Exc Gaming Task Force - Gam Community Development - Com baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN 1999-633.gov Amend the Adoption of Hanna Marie 1999 Allocation in the amount of $72,345 1999-612.m&b/com 1999-625.l&j/m&b Moomaw to “Enrollment” as applicant SPECIAL SESSION for HIP Program for a 1999 budget total of Accept the FY2000 LIHEAP Program Approve James R. Edmonds contract for meets requirements of Amendments III and SEPTEMBER 16, 1999 $80,669. Grant application in the estimated amount Director Legal Services. V, Constitution and Bylaws of CCT and 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, of $235,000 all federal dollars no matching 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Section 8.1.80 & 8.1.81 of Colville Tribal DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- funds. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Membership Code. Council Members Present: Ted Bessette, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Colleen Cawston, Jeanne Jerred, Gene 0 ABSTAIN DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 0 ABSTAIN DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Joseph, Deb Louie, Mike Marchand, Doc baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Mellon, Kevin Rosenbaum, Lou Stone, 1999-603.m&b/com 0 ABSTAIN 1999-626.l&j/exc 0 ABSTAIN Richard Swan, Doll Watt. Approve HIP carry-over of FY’98 Federal Approve to immediately advertise the Absent/Delegation: Bob Louie (del). BIA contract in the amount of $120,372 to 1999-613.m&b/com Chief of Police position for the Colville 1999-634.gov Listed by: Resolution Number, Condensed the FY’99 Budget. Accept the FY2000 Community Service Tribes. Amend the Adoption of Margaret Recommendation Information, Colville 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Block Grant application in the estimated Amendment: to add “to assign John Dick Moomaw to “Enrollment” as applicant Business Council Vote Tally. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- amount of $18,000 all federal dollars with to be the interim Chief of Police until a Chief meets requirements of Amendments III and baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST no matching funds. is replaced.” 7 For (TBessette, DLouie, V, Constitution and Bylaws of CCT and 1999-594.m&b 0 ABSTAIN 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, DMellon, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, Section 8.1.80 & 8.1.81 of Colville Tribal Approve to waive the limitation for DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- DWatt ) 1 Against (JJerred) 2 Abstain Membership Code. the Donation Policy to fund donation for: 1999-604.m&b/com baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST (GJoseph, MMarchand) 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Okanogan Nation Alliance in the amount of Approve FY’99 HAP-Endowment budget 0 ABSTAIN 7 FOR (TBessette, DLouie, DMellon, DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- $1,000.00 in the amount of $54,547. Funding received KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 1 baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10-signature emergency authorized by from rent and is carried over from year to year 1999-614.m&b/com AGAINST (JJerred) 2 ABSTAIN (GJoseph, 0 ABSTAIN Resolution 1991-431 on September 9, 1999. to be utilized to operate the Public Works Accept the FY2000 Food Distribution MMarchand) 10 FOR (LStone, JJerred, MMarchand, Housing Program. Program Grant application in the amount of 1999-635.elc DWatt, KRosenbaum, RSwan, TBessette, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, $142,588 and in-kind being $28,832. Tribal 1999-627.l&j Approve Special Elections to fill vacant GJoseph, CCawston, BLouie) 0 AGAINST DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- match is $29,203 which is budgeted in the Designate Dave Shaw and ORA as positions in the Nespelem and Omak Districts 0 ABSTAIN baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Food Distribution FY2000 budget. the lead on all further activities with the to all qualified candidates. 0 ABSTAIN 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Secretarial Procedures process and any 9 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 1999-595.nat DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- negotiations with the State of Washington DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Approve 1999 Non-Member Bird & 1999-605.m&b/l&j baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST concerning Class III Gaming. Bruce Greene baum, LStone, RSwan) 0 AGAINST 0 Rabbit Hunting Regulations. Anyone found Approve modification to Colville Tribes 0 ABSTAIN shall remain involved in all activities on a ABSTAIN, Recused: DWatt hunting outside areas designated shall be Industrial Self Insurance program to pay consultation basis to the extent his services cited and the fine will be $300. 50% of EMS Director salary/fringe in the 1999-615.nat are needed and requested by ORA. 1999-636.elc 10-signature emergency authorized by amount of $16,218 for FY’99. No new Approve offer from Debra Tonasket, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Approve Schedule of Events for 1999 Resolution 1991-431 on September 9, 1999. dollars required. Tribal Member, for Homesite/Pasture Lease DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Special Elections held in Nespelem and 10 FOR (DLouie, MMarchand, JJerred, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, No. 99-52. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Omak Districts. KRosenbaum, LStone, GJoseph, RSwan, DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 0 ABSTAIN 9 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, TBessette, DMellon, BLouie) 0 AGAINST baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 0 ABSTAIN 0 ABSTAIN baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 1999-628.com baum, LStone, RSwan) 0 AGAINST 0 0 ABSTAIN Appoint Ronald G. Warren Non-member ABSTAIN, Recused: DWatt 1999-596.hum/m&b 1999-606.m&b/nat from Ferry County to the Non-member Approve FY2000 Federal Budget Approve modification Tribal Fish & 1999-616.nat vacant seat for Ferry County on Land Use 1999-637.hum/m&b Proposal for Foster Grandparent Program Wildlife account .341 requesting to add Approve offer from Patricia M. Hall, Review Board. Accept donations from Jane Middleton- in the amount of $148,477.00 and authorize $8,462 to FY’99 budget for a total of Tribal Member, for Homesite Lease No. 8 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, Moz for royalties obtained from sales of Chairperson or her designee to sign relevant $228,146 to help cover short falls in various 99-41. MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, “Boiling Point” and to identify donations documents. line items and replace two computers that 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, DWatt) 2 AGAINST (JJerred, DMellon) 0 solely for use by Family Preservation 10-signature emergency authorized by failed Y2K testing. Money received via sale DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- ABSTAIN program to be used only for direct services Resolution 1991-431 on September 9, 1999. of enforcement vehicles (sealed bids process) baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST to families. Documentation of revenue/ 10 FOR (TBessette, LStone, MMarchand, approved by Executive Director. 0 ABSTAIN 1999-629.gov expenditures will be provided in quarterly GJoseph, CCawston, BLouie, DMellon, 7 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, Authorize Mike Marchand, who is official reports. JJerred, DWatt, RSwan) 0 AGAINST 0 MMarchand, DMellon, KRosenbaum, 1999-617.nat principal tribal official to take necessary 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, ABSTAIN LStone) 3 AGAINST (JJerred, RSwan, Approve offer from Larry Mawdsley, action to place Tribe in membership to ATNI. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- DWatt) 0 ABSTAIN Tribal Member, for Homesite Lease No. Designate as Delegates and Alternates and baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 1999-597.com 99-37. instructs to become Individual Members in 0 ABSTAIN Approve Final EDA Grant Application in 1999-607.m&b/nat 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Good Standing in ATNI: Mike Marchand, Delegate; Wilfred Louie, Alternate Delegate; the amount of $57,800 from EDA and $8,800 Approve Conservation Plan and FSA DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 1999-638.hum/m&b Contract to complete Environmental Quality Jeanne Jerred, Alternate Delegate; Herman in-kind from CCT for a total of $66,600. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Foster care services go into Children 10-signature emergency authorized by Improvement (EQIP) in Frosty Meadows. 0 ABSTAIN “Lou” Stone, Alternate Delegate. & Family Services budget instead of the Resolution 1991-431 on September 15, 1999. FSA will pay 75% of costs on a reimbursable 5 FOR (TBessette, DMellon, KRosen- 10 FOR (DMellon, KRosenbaum, GJoseph, basis CCT will pay 25% of costs via CTF 1999-618.nat baum, RSwan, DWatt) 1 AGAINST (JJerred) General Fund. These dollars will be used CCawston, DLouie, JJerred, MMarchand, 10% funds. Declare the USDA/Rural Development 4 ABSTAIN (GJoseph, DLouie, MMarchand, to provide clothing and educational items TBessette, RSwan, LStone) 0 AGAINST 0 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Property a key tract for the purpose of LStone) for children that are in CFS care. Estimated ABSTAIN DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- obtaining Title Insurance and negotiations. amount of $46,000 averaged annually. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 1999-630.gov 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 1999-598.m&b/l&j 0 ABSTAIN DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Adopt organizational chart for the DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Approve Richard Hart contract to continue baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Governmental Branch of the CCT which baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST historic work on Wentachapam and Moses 1999-608.m&b/e&e 0 ABSTAIN is developed in conjunction with the ad hoc 0 ABSTAIN Columbia Reservation to be completed in Approve Employment & Training carry- Organizational Chart/Lines of Authority June of 2000. over the Dept. Of Labor, fund 1050, in the 1999-619.nat Committee established by Resolution 1999- 1999-639.hum 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, amount of $660,790 from FY’98 to FY’99. Declare Dan Shiflet fee property a key 188. Accept Children &Family Services DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, tract for the purpose of obtaining title 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, proposal to apply for the Title IV-B, Subparts baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- insurance and negotiations. DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- I & II. 0 ABSTAIN baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10-signature emergency authorized by 0 ABSTAIN DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- 0 ABSTAIN Resolution 1991-431 on September 17, 1999. 1999-599.m&b/hum/e&e baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 10 FOR (LStone, KRosenbaum, GJoseph, Approve implementation of a 1-3% COLA 1999-609.m&b/nat 0 ABSTAIN 1999-631.gov TBessette, DWatt, JJerred, DMellon, increase for the Convalescent Center, these Approve grant extension to 9/30/2000 as Adopt organizational chart for the MMarchand, RSwan, BLouie) 0 AGAINST annual increases will encourage performance noted in the Tribes 1997-99 EPA Federal 1999-620.nat as well as longevity and decrease employee turnover costs. Lead Grant Proposal, to purchase an XRF Approve purchase of David Barnett’s 8 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, and contract with Oregon State University. undivided 1/9 fee interest in allotments S-28 Colville MMarchand, DMellon, KRosenbaum, Chairperson or designee has signature and S-29. Purchase will be paid out of land LStone, DWatt) 1 AGAINST (JJerred) 0 authority to approve EPA documentation for purchase account. Communication ABSTAIN, Out of Room: Rswan submittal to EPA. No new dollars required. 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Services 1999-600.m&b/hum/e&e DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Approve implementation of employee wage scale for the Convalescent Center, this baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation will help attract/keep quality employees and 0 ABSTAIN P.O. Box 150, Nespelem WA 99155 – Fax 509/634-4617 reduce turn over costs. 1999-621.nat 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 1999-610.m&b Allotments S-1327, S-1558, S-1911-2 Approve Tribal Budget modification in DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- and Tribal Tract T5480 and part of Tribal Membership Services Available baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST the amount of $27,000 from Tribal Reserves Tract T4054, a 22.8 acre block in the Ice for the Burial/Fire Grants Program to fund 0 ABSTAIN Mine area, be included as part of Inchelium Funeral Cards grants through the end of FY’99 and modify FY’99 Tribal Budget accordingly. Allotment Sale. Custom Design Print 1999-601.m&b/e&e 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Approve a $200,000 supplemental to 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Advertisements the Colville Tribal Educational Assistance- DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Higher Education programs for the 1999- baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Certificates 0 ABSTAIN 0 ABSTAIN 2000 school year. Will fund estimated 45 Business Cards additional tribal members pursuing post 1999-611.m&b/nat 1999-622.nat . secondary education. Funds to be acquired One Page Flyers / Posters Approve Tribal Litigation Support in the Provisions of Resolution 1999-400 from CTEC Reserve funds. . amount of $6,000 for continuing legal work be suspended until further notice: 1.) Graduation - Wedding - Others 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, by outside attorney (Short, Cressman & Requirement that CenturyTel reimburse . DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- Burgess who are currently under contract) on Tribes $23,140.2.) Requirement that Promotional Buttons baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Lake Roosevelt pollution to be funded from . CenturyTel pay the Tribes rent in the amount 0 ABSTAIN Tribal Reserves. of $100 per mile annual fee on the lines. Call for consultations, Monday through Friday 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 7 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm 1999-602.m&b/com DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- DLouie, MMarchand, DMellon, KRosen- (509) 634-2222 or 634-2223 Approve 1999 budget for Tribal Shares baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST baum) 3 AGAINST (LStone, RSwan, DWatt) in the amount of $8,324 combined with BIA 0 ABSTAIN 0 ABSTAIN (CONTINUED FROM PAgE 12) 1999-575.gov 1999-587.com will be granted full paid leave during SPECIAL SESSION Deny Enrollment: Consuelo P. Trevino, Approve to Rescind Resolution 1984-131 1999-590.com absences for military training in the Guard SEPTEMBER 2, 1999 case #99-118, as applicant does not meet the and recommend that the Facility built from Approve Contract Agreement between or Reserve, without sacrifice of vacation. requirements of Amendment III & V. FY 1984 Formula Share Grant Program will CCT and IHS. Contract will provide sewer 10 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, now house only TERO Program. study for Town of Nespelem, will include BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, 7 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DMellon, video survey of sewer main conditions. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST GJoseph. DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of MMarchand, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 3 Based on evaluation IHS will provide 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: JJerred. Room: GJoseph, TBessette. (JJerred, BLouie, KRosenbaum) AGAINST recommendations & cost estimates to repair 1999-563.gov 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: DLouie. the deficiencies. 1999-593.exc Enroll: Tyrell B. Kiser, case #99-130, with 1999-576.gov 10 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, Approve to appoint to Omak Stampede retroactive payment of August Per capita. Deny Enrollment/Adoption: Thomas J. 1999-588.com BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- Meetings: CBC: Mike Marchand, Ted 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, Adams, case #99-120, as applicant does Approve to Rescind Resolution 1999-183 baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) AGAINST Bessette, Lou Anderson, Doll Watt, Colleen BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- not meet requirements of Amendment III & and approve the Facility Transitional Plan (JJerred) 0 ABSTAIN. F. Cawston; Omak Stampede Indian baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST V and also Section 8.1.160 of Enrollment dated July 23, 1999 and submitted by Tribal Encampment: Delegate: Theresa Best, 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. Ordinance. Administration. 1999-591.vet Alternate: Wenona Wilson; Suicide Racers: 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Approve MOA between US Dept. Of Delegate: Ernie Williams, Alternate: Eddie 1999-564.gov DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- Veterans Affairs and CCT Voc. Rehab. Timentwa. Enroll: Hannah E. Stanger, case #99- KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Program Amendment: to strike “Lou Anderson” 11 132, with retroactive payment of August AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. 1 ABSTAIN (DLouie). 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, DLouie, Per capita. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, KRosenbaum, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, 1999-577.gov 1999-589.com LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- Deny Enrollment/Adoption: Daniel R. Appoint to Colville Energy Study Team: ABSTAIN. Out of Room: MMarchand. 0 ABSTAIN. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST Adams, case #99-121, as applicant does Doc Mellon, Rit Bellis, Terry Knapton, 8 FOR (JJerred, GJoseph, DLouie, BLouie, 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. not meet requirements of Amendment III & Charles Peone, Jr., Margaret Schaff, and 1999-592.vet DMellon, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan) V and also Section 8.1.160 of Enrollment Mike Marchand. Approve Military Leave, that employment 0 AGAINST 3 ABSTAIN (TBessette, 1999-565.gov Ordinance. 8 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, will not be denied because of service in MMarchand, DWatt). Enroll: Lyle P. Jack, case #99-141, with 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, BLouie, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, Guard or Reserve; employee job/career retroactive payment of August Per capita. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, DWatt) 1 AGAINST (GJoseph) 2 ABSTAIN opportunities will not be limited; employees 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 (DMellon, MMarchand). BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. 1999-578.gov Deny Enrollment: Daniel J. Trevino, COLVILLE TRIBAL 1999-566.gov case #99-119, as applicant does not meet the Enroll: Kyle N. Abrahamson, case #99- requirements of Amendment III & V. 138, with retroactive payment of August 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Per capita. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, EMPLOYMENT 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST RIGHTS 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. 1999-579.gov Deny Enrollment: Andrew Stanger, Jr., 1999-567.gov case #99-128, as applicant does not meet the Enroll: Gerrick A. Andrew, case #99- requirements of Amendment III & V. COMMISSION 131, with retroactive payment of August 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, Per capita. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 The following Tribal Employment Rights consistent with this Code and as Enterprise who was deprived of a BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Commission members were appointed by approved by the Colville Business contract through violation of this KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 Colville Business Council Resolution 1998- Council. Code. AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: 1999-580.gov 083 in February 1998: GJoseph. Adopt: CONFIDENTIAL CASE e. To take such other actions consistent 10. Order payment of punitive damages 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, 1. John James, Nespelem District with this Code as are necessary to only where such damages are 1999-568.gov DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, Enroll: Alahna Rae Lea Timentwa, case KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 (Alternate: Ellen Moses) achieve the purpose and objectives permitted by specific provisions of #99-135, with retroactive payment of August AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. of the Colville Tribal Employment this Code. per capita. 2. Vance Campbell, Omak District Rights Office. Amendment: to insert “Timentwa” after 1999-581.gov (Alternate: Shirley Charley) 11. Order the party to take such other action mothers last name. 10 for (TBessette, JJerred, Approve that recommendation sheets will f. To develop a fiscal year budget for as is necessary to ensure compliance DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, be implemented by Council & Committee 3. Nadene Naff, Keller District the operations of the Commission with this Code or regulations adopted KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 for all directives. Directives will require 5 (Vacant) and the enforcement of this Code by under it, or to remedy any harm AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. signatures from Committee. This process Commission and the Director and his\ caused by a violation of this Code, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, eliminates and replaces any and all 4. Jude C. Stensgar, Inchelium District her staff The budget when approved although monetary damage awards BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- “Consensus” procedures in the future. (Alternate: Vi Boyd) by the Commission shall be presented to complainants shall be limited to baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, to CCT administration for processing orders of backpay or lost profits. 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, Chairman: Jude C. Stensgar KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 through the Tribal budget system.. 1999-569.gov AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Inchelium District - (509) 722-4293 APPEALS: Tribal Employment Rights Enroll: Gibson Eli Tomeo, case #99-134, g. The Commission shall retain all Commission decisions can be appealed to with retroactive payment of August Per 1999-582.com Vice-Chairman: John James rights and privileges of Sovereign tribal court. Such appeals must be filed no capita. Approve to begin sub-plotting homesite Nespelem District - (509) 634-8402 Immunity of the Confederated Tribes later than 20 days after party receives a copy Amendment: to insert “Tomeo” before lots along Buttercup Lane and within Storley of the Colville Reservation. of Commission decision. Mail on mothers last name. 10 for (TBessette, purchase for future home development Four primary Commissioners - one JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, within Inchelium District. Land use, zoning, from each district and one alternate for PENALTIES TERO Title 10- 1-28 (page 27) MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, shoreline management will be used. each Commissioner. COMMISSION COVERS DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, CAN IMPOSE INVESTIGATIONS 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, DLouie, DLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- Authority: Colville Tribal Title 10-1 Title 10-1-34 (page 33) BY TERO: BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 1 AGAINST and 10-3. 10-1 covers Employment baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST (BLouie) 0 ABSTAIN. 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: GJoseph. Rights and 10-3 covers Contracting. 1. Deny such party the right to TERO investigates to determine if 1999-583.com commence or continue any business there has been violations of a individuals 1999-570.gov Approve to direct ORA to participate as TERO Commission hearings are within the Colville Reservation. employment rights. To conduct this Enroll: Nashoni Mae Ann Boyd, case an amicus curiae in the case of Thomas v. governed by Title I 0- I and 10-3 and investigation the TERO Director or a TERO #99-148, with retroactive payment of August CIHA, to inform court on issues raised by the the Colville Tribal Administrative 2. Suspend such party’s operation field compliance officer may enter, during Per capita. suit that effect Tribal Policies and Property. Procedure Act. within the Colville Reservation. business hours, the place of business or 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, 10 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, employment of aggrieved individual (s). MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, POWERS OF 3. Terminate such party’s operation They may speak with workers, but workers DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of KRosenbaum, LStone, DWatt) 0 AGAINST THE COMMISSION within the Colville Reservation. are not compelled to speak or not speak with Room: GJoseph, TBessette. 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Room: RSwan. (Title 10-1-5, page 5) TERO investigators. All information will be 4. Deny the right of such party to kept confidential until disclosure is required 1999-571.gov 1999-584.com Enroll: Terrence E. Holford, case #99- Appoint Ted Bessette and Wenona Wilson The Commission has the full power, conduct any further business with the for further investigation. 140, with retroactive payment of August as delegates to the Sports Complex Project. jurisdiction, and authority: Confederated Tribes of the Colville Per capita. Amendment: to add “CBC has final Reservation. Title 10-1-31 ( age 30) 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, approval on any projects.” 10 FOR (JJerred, a. To carry out the provisions of COVERS APPEALS MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, GJoseph, BLouie, DLouie, DMellon, this Code, and propose regulations 5. Impose a remedial civil penalty on TO TERO COMMISSION: DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, pursuant to chapter 2-4 of the Colville such party in an amount not to exceed Room: GJoseph, TBessette. RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 1 ABSTAIN Tribal Code, and submit the proposals $5,000 for each violation. Individuals aggrieved by an order of the (TBessette). to the Colville Business Council for TERO may appeal to the TERO Commission. 1999-572.gov 10 FOR (JJerred, GJoseph, BLouie, their action. 6. Order such party to make payment of The aggrieved party shall have twenty (20) Deny Enrollment: Deshawn L. Arcasa, DLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- back pay to any aggrieved person. days from the date of the TERO decision case #99-117, as applicant does not meet the baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST b. To hold public hearings on tribal to file Notice of Appeal of such order. The requirements of Amendment III & V. 1 ABSTAIN (TBessette). employment rights issues, initiate 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, 7. Order any employer to hire, promote appeal notice shall be submitted in writing to MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, 1999-585.com and assist in public education efforts, or train an Indian preference eligible the Commission and a copy of the order or DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Appointment of Advisory Committee and otherwise promote and encourage individual found to have been denied decision appealed must be attached. Room: GJoseph, TBessette. for Omak District Comprehensive Plan: 4 Indian employment and economy. applicable preference. Omak District Tribal Member Seats, 1 Tribal Title 10-1-33 (page 31) COVERS 1999-573.gov Member Elder, 1 Tribal Member Youth, and c. To issue subpoenas and subpoenas 8. Order a covered employer to dismiss CONDUCT OF COMMISSION HEARINGS Deny Enrollment: David E. Bales, case 2 Non-Indian Fee Land Owners. duces tecum, hold hearings to any employees hired in violation Contact Lee Adolph, TERO Director, Box #99-125, as applicant does not meet the 11 FOR (TBessette, JJerred, GJoseph, adjudicate complaints and appeals of this Code. (“Covered employer” 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, Telephone: (509) requirements of Amendment III & V. DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, from actions of the Director using means any employer employing two 634-2718 for copies of Colville Tribal Title 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 the procedure set out in this Code or more employees who during any 10-1 and 10-3. MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. and chapter 2-4 of the Colville Tribal 20 day period spend , cumulatively, DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of Code. However, the Commission’s 16 or more hours performing work Submitted by: Room: GJoseph, TBessette. 1999-586.com Approve HIP (fund 1786) Revised subpoena powers do not include within the Colville Reservation lands Jude C. Stensgar, Chairman 1999-574.gov Statement of Work which is in accordance the power to compel attendance, and territories,, unless such employer Colville Tribal Employment Deny Enrollment: Evan T. Kuehne, case with the HIP Regulations in 25 CFR, Part testimony or documents of the is specifically exempted by this Rights Commission #99-126, as applicant does not meet the 256. Colville Business Council. Code.) Box 29, Inchelium, WA 99138 requirements of Amendment III & V. 10 FOR (TBessette, GJoseph, DLouie, 9 FOR (JJerred, DLouie, BLouie, DMellon, BLouie, DMellon, MMarchand, KRosen- d. To establish rules., regulations and 9. Order an entity to pay lost profits MMarchand, KRosenbaum, LStone, RSwan, baum, LStone, RSwan, DWatt) 0 AGAINST policies governing all activities of (contract price less estimated DWatt) 0 AGAINST 0 ABSTAIN. Out of 1 ABSTAIN (JJerred). the Commission and the Tribal expenses, materials and labor costs) Room: GJoseph, TBessette. Employment Rights Program to any aggrieved Indian Business