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Restoration: ‘Let’s be thankful and grateful’
Smoke Signals screenshots by Timothy J. Gonzalez A photo of Tribal ancestors that was included during the 37th Restoration video presented on Sunday, Nov. 22. At left, Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy welcomes viewers inside achaf-hammi plankhouse during the 37th Restoration video presented virtually.
By Danielle Harrison members Jack Giffen Jr., Secretary Jon A. had gone into the battle to achieve it. Smoke Signals staff writer George, Kathleen George, Steve Bobb Sr., “Over 37 years ago, our people fought a he Confederated Tribes of Grand Lisa Leno and Denise Harvey. After an in- good fight,” Kennedy said. “A fight for our Ronde’s 37th Restoration Celebration vocation by Bobb, Kennedy reflected on Nov. Restoration, to be federally recognized and Twas the first ever to be virtual, but 22, 1983, when the Tribe was restored by the sit among all the Tribal Nations across the some of the traditions, like raffles and gifts, federal government, and all of the work that United States. It was a long battle, but we remained an important part of the event. were successful. Thanks to those who worked Restoration began at 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. intimately in this struggle, led and gathered 22, with a pre-recorded message from Tribal together by Marvin Kimsey, Margaret Pro- Council posted to the Tribe’s website. vost and Merle Holmes. These are the ones The video opened with Tribal Council we call our founding fathers.” Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy welcoming Restoration was moved online due to the attendees virtually at achaf-hammi, the Trib- ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and state and al plankhouse. Behind her sat Tribal Council Tribal restrictions on large gatherings. Ken-
Tribal Council Secretary Jon A. George during See RESTORATION the 37th Restoration video. continued on page 6 Census: Tribe leads Oregon in getting members counted By Danielle Harrison had a 69.2 percent response rate, December, she is expecting it to be Program Administrative Assistant Smoke Signals staff writer according to Census Bureau data. more than 80 percent. Angella Schultz. espite a global pandemic, Nationally, the Tribal response rate In the 2010 census, Native Amer- “This was such a collaborative wildfires and an extended was approximately 41 percent. icans and Alaska Natives living on effort,” Dugger said. “There were Dcensus deadline abruptly “Tribal nations are historically Reservations were undercounted so many people involved in so many cut short by 16 days, the Con- undercounted in the United States by 4.9 percent, according to Census ways. It’s been a huge privilege to federated Tribes of Grand Ronde census counts,” Grand Ronde Bureau data. be able to work with everyone and still managed to count more of its Housing Administrative Program To help increase participation, have the support of Tribal Council.” members than any other Tribal na- Manager Joan Dugger said. “The Dugger organized the Tribal Com- During a virtual presentation tion in Oregon with a 78.5 percent Confederated Tribes of Grand plete Count Committee. Other to Tribal Council on Wednesday, response rate. Ronde joined forces with our region- members included Social Services Nov. 18, Dugger and committee This is a more than 17 percent al census representatives to make Manager Dana Leno, Employment members discussed the results improvement over the 2010 census this year more successful.” Program Manager Michael Her- count. Additionally, the Tribe fared Dugger said that when the Tribe rin, Local Census Representative See CENSUS better overall than the state, which receives its final response rate in Rita LaChance and Employment continued on page 8 2 DECEMBER 1, 2020 Smoke Signals
General Council meeting sNok signflz 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 Being held remotely using the Zoom teleconferencing program. PUBLICATIONS OFFICE 9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 NOTICE — Monthly Tribal Council Wednesday Meetings 1-800-422-0232, FAX: 503-879-2173 DATE TIME Website: www.smokesignals.org Wednesday, Dec. 2...... 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16...... 10 a.m. E-mail: [email protected] Wednesday, Dec. 30...... 10 a.m. [email protected] Please note that these times and dates are subject to change if needed. Twitter: CTGRSmokeSignal ATTENTION TRIBAL MEMBERS ON THE TRIBAL www.facebook.com/SmokeSignalsCTGR/ SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI)/DISABILITY (SSD) www.youtube.com/channel/UCMDXdTzfGjzJ_j3NPpCrtcw & MEDICARE PART B REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAMS DEAN RHODES DANIELLE TIMOTHY J. It’s time to send us a copy of your “2021” Social Security award letter PUBLICATIONS HARRISON GONZALEZ COORDINATOR STAFF WRITER PHOTOJOURNALIST *If you haven’t received your “2021” Social Security award letter yet, 503-879-1463 503-879-4663 503-879-1961 please contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] at 1-800-772-1213 or online at www.ssa.gov *Your “2021” SSA award must reach our office by SAMUEL F. JUSTIN KAMIAH 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, to avoid future delays in your benefits. BRIGGS III PHILLIPS KOCH GRAPHIC DESIGN PAGE SOCIAL MEDIA/ Please send a copy of your “2021” SSA letter to: SPECIALIST DESIGNER DIGITAL JOURNALIST 503-879-1416 503-879-2190 503-879-1461 CTGR Member Services [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Attn: Shannon Simi 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, OR 97347 DEADLINE DATE ISSUE DATE E-mail: [email protected] – Fax: 503-879-2480 – Friday, dec. 4...... dec. 15, 2020 Phone: 503-879-1358 or 1-800-242-0232, ext. 1358 Friday, dec. 18...... jan. 1, 2021
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2020-21 Tribal Council [email protected] Photos by Timothy J. Gonzalez Aaron David, a stagehand with Showcall Events Services of Portland, Cheryle A. Kennedy Jack Giffen Jr. works on installing holiday lights around the trees at Spirit Mountain Tribal Council Chairwoman — ext. 2300 Casino on Thursday, Nov. 12. While typically working indoors, the — ext. 2352 [email protected] crew is working outside more [email protected] often due to all of the events Denise Harvey being canceled due to the Chris Mercier — ext. 2353 COVID-19 virus. At left, Todd [email protected] Tribal Council Vice Chair DeHart, a stage technician with — ext. 1444 Showcall Events Services of Michael Langley [email protected] Portland, works on installing — ext. 1777 holiday lights around the trees. [email protected] Jon A. George
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Tribal offices will be closing noon Thursday, Dec. 24, and closed Kathleen George Steve Bobb Sr. on Friday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas. Offices also will be — ext. 2305 — ext. 4555 closing noon Thursday, Dec. 31, and closed Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, in [email protected] [email protected] observance of New Year’s Day. DECEMBER 1, 2020 sNok signflz 3 Tribe’s eldest Elder walks on at 101 By Dean Rhodes gles Grand Madam President and Smoke Signals editor presided over the International Tribal Elder Ruby Geraldine Convention held in Atlanta, Ga. Bigoni walked on at the age of 101 She also was a guest on the Jerry December on Thursday, Nov. 19. Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Tele- • Wednesday, Dec. 2 – Tribal Council meeting, 1:30 p.m., Gov- Ruby was born on March 18, thon, presenting a $25,000 check ernance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. 1919, in Tillamook, Ore., to James on behalf of the Eagles. and Emma Langley. Her grandpar- She also volunteered for the Red • Sunday, Dec. 6 – General Council meeting, 11 a.m., using the ents were Israel and Mary Langley. Cross for 50 years and was active Zoom teleconferencing application. 503-879-2304. Her other grandfather, Andrew at St. Charles Catholic Church in • Sunday, Dec. 6 – Tribal Council Christmas Party. CANCELED. Zuercher, moved to Tillamook from Portland. • Wednesday, Dec. 16 – Tribal Council meeting, 10 a.m., Gover- Bern, Switzerland, when he was a Her advice to Tribal youth was, nance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. young man. “Be kind to your parents and El- • Friday, Dec. 25 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the She married Orlando Pete “Bill” ders, say ‘No’ to drugs, and finish Christmas holiday. Bigoni on Oct. 24, 1936, in Kelso, your education, as it will help you • Wednesday, Dec. 30 – Tribal Council meeting, 10 a.m., Gover- Wash. She and Orlando are the get a good job.” nance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. parents of Dianne Locklear and Bigoni’s sister, Pearl Lyon, was Richard and James Bigoni, and the Tribe’s eldest Elder for a while, adopted Bill Bigoni. Orlando and walking on at the age of 105 in No- January Bill both walked on in 1990. vember 2017. • Friday, Jan. 1 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the New According to an Elder Spotlight Ruby lived in Portland and is Year’s Day holiday. that appeared in Smoke Signals, survived by 10 grandchildren, • Sunday, Jan. 3 – General Council meeting, 11 a.m., using the Ruby worked in a drapery shop for 25 great-grandchildren and 14 Zoom teleconferencing program. more than 20 years. She also was a great-great-grandchildren. • Wednesday, Jan. 13 – Tribal Council meeting, 10 a.m., Gover- banquet manager for the Fraternal With Bigoni’s passing, former nance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. Order of Eagles and was installed Tribal Council Chairwoman Kath- • Monday, Jan. 18 – Tribal offices closed in observance of the as Grand Madam President of the ryn Harrison, who was born in Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Eagles in Boston, Mass., in 1971. March 1924, and Carmilla Faggani, • Wednesday, Jan. 27 – Tribal Council meeting, 10 a.m., Gover- She also worked for a number of who was born in July 1924, are the years as a receptionist for Chinese nance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. 503-879-2304. Tribe’s eldest living Elders. eatery Lung Rung Restaurant. To read Bigoni’s full walking on She traveled throughout North notice, turn to page 10 in this edi- (Editor’s note: All events are tentative depending on the status America during her year as Ea- tion of Smoke Signals. n of the Tribe’s COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic response.) Massage at Health & Wellness Center Mind, Body & Soul Therapeutic Massage started at the Health & Wellness Clinic last year. Remember: Appointments for massage are not managed Afterhours health line by the Health & Wellness Center staff. Tribal members can contact the Afterhours Health Line for questions To schedule an appointment, call 971-237-2561. n about health care concerns they may have when the clinic is not open. You can reach the Afterhours Health Line by calling 503-879-2002 and follow the prompts. The Afterhours Health Line will coordinate care and communicate with Grand Ronde Health & Wellness Center providers. n
CTGR Academic Advising and Coaching Important Services Update The program has assessed the amount of requests for academic coaching and advising services and believe we have the capacity to expand these services to CTGR Tribal descendants and other Native students at our local schools we serve. Please contact the Youth Education Program for more information or to request services. Also note that the current Internet classroom held at the Tribal gymnasium has adjusted and expanded hours of operation to serve our youth better. Contact information: Administrative Assistant – 503-879-2101 or [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you. n
Grand Ronde Housing Department
Board seeks community input The Grand Ronde Housing Grievance Board is seeking commuity input for monthly meetings. The Housing Grievance Board meets at 4 p.m. the third Thursday of each month in the Housing Department conference room, 28450 Tyee Road. Its chair is Simone Auger. For more information, contact the Housing Department at 503- 879-2401. n
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Food Bank news a look back... The Grand Ronde Food Bank – iskam mfkhmfk haws – is operated by yesteryears Marion-Polk Food Share, which has been leading the fight to end hunger since 1987 because no one should be hungry. Recipients of SNAP, TANF, SSI or LIHEAP assistance automatically qualify for assistance at the Grand Ronde Food Bank, 9675 Grand Ronde 2015 – A large contingent of Grand Ronde Tribal members partici- Road. No one will be turned away in need of a food box. pated in a long-awaited flag hanging ceremony during dual assembles “We believe that everyone deserves to have enough to eat,” Food Bank held at Willamina High School. The Tribal flag was placed next to Coordinator Francene Ambrose says. “You are welcome to get a food box the Oregon flag, U.S. flag and POW/MIA flag near the scoreboard at each of our regular weekly distributions. No one will be turned away in in the school’s gym. “It is an honor what is happening here today,” need of a food box.” Tribal Council member Jon A. George said. “A lot of the reason we In reaction to the continuing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Food wanted to hang our flag in your school has to do with sovereignty. Bank will hold December food distributions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Our sovereignty means that we are a government within a nation- Dec. 4 and 11, and there will be holiday box distributions on Saturday, Dec. al government. We have partnerships and friendships with other 19, and Wednesday, Dec. 30. The Food Bank will be closed Christmas week, governments.” Dec. 21-25, and on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 31-Jan. 1. “We are asking clients to not come for a food box if they are having any 2010 – The Tribe celebrated symptoms or concerned about their health,” Ambrose said. “We are lim- its 27th anniversary of Resto- iting our geographic service area to Sheridan to Otis on Highway 18 and ration with a ceremony, meal Sheridan to Hebo on Highway 22. We are asking clients and volunteers and powwow. The celebration to wash their hands immediately upon entry to the building. Our lobby is began in the Tribe’s new closed until further notice. plankhouse and moved to “Food box distribution is happening outside while maintaining a safe the Tribal gymnasium for the distance between clients. We are sanitizing and keeping the food quaran- meal and powwow. “This is tined for three days before distribution. Pre-made boxes are available on the greatest celebration that distribution days, limited to two days of food for two adults. Clients within the Confederated Tribes of our geographic service area are still welcome to visit us weekly.” People must check in 15 minutes before closing to receive a food box. If Grand Ronde can ever have,” you need immediate assistance, call 211 or visit 211info.org. Tribal Chairwoman Cheryle Those who are unable to pick up a food box can fill out an authorized A. Kennedy said. “Against representative form and that designated person can pick up a food box on all odds, a new nation was your behalf. The authorization is good for one year. created on that day, and that The Food Bank is continuing the Farm Share Rx program with 35 farm new nation is us.” shares being distributed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays. It is a first- 2005 – Spirit Mountain come, first-served distribution until the shares are depleted. There will be Community Fund celebrated no distribution on Dec. 23. $30 million in giving with a The Food Bank continues to seek volunteers to help with repacking food, party at the new Salem Con- putting food on the shelves, handing out food boxes, end-of-month inventory 2010 File photo vention Center. “Who would and picking up food donations at area stores. The Farmers to Families food box distributions that were occurring on have thought that in so short a time, we could have accomplished Tuesdays in Grand Ronde have been discontinued until a new distributor so much?” said Community Fund Board Director Kris Olson. “Lives is found. Please follow the Food Bank on Facebook for updates about how have been transformed. Hope has been restored.” Since 1997, its first and when distributions will start again. year of giving, the Community Fund awarded 127 grants to arts and Call to ensure someone is available to assist. People also can sign up for culture, 309 grants to education, 66 to environmental preservation, a monthly e-mail for the Food Bank calendar and events, as well as follow 163 to health, 14 to historic preservation, six to problem gambling the Food Bank on Facebook. and 77 to public safety. The Food Bank is an equal opportunity provider. 2000 – A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the future home Call Ambrose at 503-879-3663 or contact her at fambrose@marionpolk- of the Grand Ronde Veterans Memorial at the Tribal Governance n foodshare.org for more information or to volunteer. Center. Approximately 100 supporters attended the event, which was led by the Grand Ronde Honor Guard bringing in the colors. “There would be no freedom in America without veterans,” Veterans Memorial Committee Consultant Gene Hancock said. “These are Committee & Special Event exciting times for the Confederated Tribes because this memorial is moving from the conceptual stage to reality.” Board meeting days and times 1995 – The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde announced it • Ceremonial Hunting Board meets as needed. Chair: Marline Groshong. would establish a Housing Authority within the next several months. • Culture Committee meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at the The authority would be similar to a nonprofit corporation and would Grand Ronde Food Bank/iskam mfkhmfk haws, 9675 Grand Ronde Road. Chair: require a Board of Commissioners to oversee all housing management and operations for the Tribe. Francene Ambrose. 1990 – Tribal Council Chairman Mark Mercier reported that the • Editorial Board meets monthly. The next meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. Tribal government was preparing to move its administrative and 11, using the Zoom conferencing program. Chair: Siobhan Taylor. Contact: Editorial. government functions on to Tribal land. “Naturally, our expectations [email protected]. for a move-in date have come and gone, and we are rapidly regrouping • Education Committee meets at 5:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month in the and targeting other dates,” he said. The most recent schedule update Adult Education building. Chair: Tammy Cook. was to have modular buildings on the property, with utilities hooked • Elders Committee meets at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month in the Elders up and the moving complete by mid-December. Activity Center. Chair: Penny DeLoe. 1985 – The Tribe extended its congratulations to Tribal members • Enrollment Committee meets quarterly in Room 204 of the Governance Center. who were given awards in football, volleyball and cross country at an annual fall dessert banquet at Willamina High School. Those Chair: Debi Anderson. who lettered on the varsity football team were Chris Leno, Mike • Fish & Wildlife Committee meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at Colton and Steve Bobb Jr. Melanie Smith received a letter for the the Natural Resources building off Hebo Road. Chair: Bryan Langley. junior varsity volleyball team and Gregg Leno earned an award for • Health Committee meets at 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month in the Molalla the cross country team. Room of the Health & Wellness Center. Chair: Bernadine Shriver. • Housing Grievance Board meets at 4 p.m. the third Thursday of the month in the Yesteryears is a look back at Tribal history in five-year in- Housing Department conference room. Chair: Simone Auger. crements through the pages of Smoke Signals. • Powwow Special Event Board meets monthly at noon at the Community Center. Dates vary. Contact Dana Ainam at 503-879-2037. Chair: Dana Ainam. • TERO Commission meets at 10 a.m. the first Monday of the month in the Employment Services building. Chair: Russell Wilkinson. • Timber Committee meets at 5 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the Natural Are you frustrated with your diabetes control? Resources building off Hebo Road. Interim Chair: Jon R. George. Do you have questions about diabetes? • Veterans Special Event Board meets at 5:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month in the old Elders Craft House. Chair: Rich VanAtta. Do you need help managing your diabetes? To update information on this list, contact Publications Coordinator Dean Rhodes If so… at 503-879-1463 or [email protected]. Call the Medical Clinic today at 503 879 2002 (Editor’s note: All committee and special event board in-person meetings have been To schedule an individual diabetes education appointment suspended during the Tribe’s reaction to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.) DECEMBER 1, 2020 sNok signflz 5
TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS ORDINANCE Tribal Council OKs December OPEN FOR COMMENT The Tribal Council is considering amendments to the Tribal Em- per capita, timber payments ployment Rights Ordinance. The proposed amendments were given a First Reading at the Oct. 28, 2020, Tribal Council meeting. By Dean Rhodes accounts on April 29. The proposed amendments include: (1) a provision restricting a Smoke Signals editor Tribal Council approved a second commissioner’s access to records if the commissioner also bids on a Tribal members will receive their $1.9 million supplemental budget project; (2) a provision granting limited administrative supervision first per capita distribution pay- on May 21 that sent another $400 of the TERO Director to the Chief of Staff or in her/his absence the ment in nine months, as well as a virus relief payment to adult Tribal General Manager; (3) a requirement that TERO workers on construc- $550 timber revenue payment, on members. tion projects be afforded the opportunity to work the same hours as Monday, Dec. 14. The third $8.1 million supple- nonTERO workers; (4) and other minor technical changes. Tribal Council OK’d the pay- mental budget was approved on Tribal Council invites comment on the proposed amendments to ments during its Wednesday, June 18 and allocated $600 to each the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance. For a copy of the amend- Nov. 18, meeting. The per capita adult Tribal member in June, July ments, please contact the Tribal Attorney’s Office at 503-879-4664. amount will not be determined and August. Please send your comments to the Tribal Attorney’s Office, 9615 until Wednesday, Dec. 2, Tribal The fourth $7.5 million supple- Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 or by e-mail to legal@ Council Chief of Staff Stacia Her- mental budget that funded three grandronde.org. nandez said during the Tuesday, virus relief payments was approved Comments must be received by Dec. 15, 2020. Nov. 17, Legislative Action Com- in September and sent $600 pay- mittee hearing. ments to adult Tribal members Acting Finance Officer Amy Gal- through November. lant said the payments will be made In other action, Tribal Council: Washington County recognizes in two separate checks. • Approved a maximum $1.82 mil- Quarterly per capita payments lion design and build contract Native American Month were suspended for June and Sep- with Scholten Construction of tember after the Tribe closed Spirit Willamina for the uyxat Powwow For the first time in history, Washington County recognized Native Mountain Casino for an unprece- Grounds arbor expansion. Also American Month on Nov. 3. dented 74 days between mid-March included in the Nov. 18 Tribal The proclamation was read by coach and staff member Jenny Sanchez and May 31 in reaction to the Council packet was an approved (Grand Ronde) and student Ella Smith (Klamath) at the Washington COVID-19 pandemic. authorization to proceed allowing County Commissioner’s meeting held before a mostly Zoom audience of Although Tribal members did the Tribe’s Natural Resources 100 people. not receive per capita payments, Department to provide raw logs Before the proclamation reading, Auditor’s Office staff member Sherry the approximately 4,500 adult to the arbor expansion project. Kurk (Metis) made an introduction and an in-person blessing was offered Tribal members did receive eight The estimated value of the logs by Celeste Whitewolf (Umatilla) and a drum song was performed by COVID-19 relief payments from the and associated costs will be ap- Harmony Paul. Tribe using federal funding from proximately $94,000; A land acknowledgement presentation was given by Grand Ronde Tribal the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and • Approved a contract with Light- member David Lewis. He also gave a 30-minute presentation about the Economic Security Act. Werks of Carson, Calif., to im- Native Tualatin history of the area previous to white settlement and the Although the Tribe has not dis- prove the audio-visual equipment changes that occurred on the Tualatin Plains during the colonization of closed how much it has received in Tribal Council Chambers that Oregon. in CARES Act funding, a Harvard will include new video displays, Lewis reviewed the proclamation and added numerous statements, in- study estimated the amount was remote-control cameras, new cluding those about the Forest Grove Indian Boarding School, destruction approximately $33 million based speakers and the ability to inter- of Wapato Lake and removal of Tribes to Grand Ronde in 1856. on the U.S. Treasury’s public for- act with Tribal members remote- The proclamation is part of a larger ongoing project to recognize and mula for determining allocations ly. The funding is coming from honor the Tualatin-Atfalati peoples in Washington County. This year, the to Tribes. the CARES Act monies received Washington County Historical Museum changed its name to Five Oaks Using CARES Act funding, the by the Tribe; Museum in partial recognition of Tualatin stories and the Hillsboro School Tribe dispersed $4,400 in relief • Approved the agenda for the District name a new elementary school after the Atfalati people. funding to adult Tribal members Sunday, Dec. 6, General Council Washington County is Oregon’s second largest county in terms of pop- from April through November, meeting. It will be held at 11 a.m. ulation. n which is $250 less than the total via the Zoom teleconferencing per capita payments distributed program and feature a presenta- in 2019. tion from Spirit Mountain Com- The relief payments were de- munity Fund; signed to help Tribal members • And approved the enrollment of affected by the pandemic and the four infants into the Tribe be- absence of two per capita distri- cause they meet the requirements butions because Spirit Mountain outlined in the Tribal Constitu- Casino was closed. tion and Enrollment Ordinance. Tribal Council approved the first To view the entire meeting, visit supplemental $1.8 million budget the Tribal government’s website on April 23 and $400 payments at www.grandronde.org and click were mailed out and deposited on the Government tab and then directly into Tribal members’ bank Videos. n
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When Tribe terminated in 1954, only 900 on Termination Roll RESTORATION continued Restoration Act was signed into from front page law. Every year since then, we have gathered as a Tribe, a community nedy urged remote attendees to and a family to celebrate our Res- celebrate the day with immediate toration. Unfortunately, 2020 has family members and share a meal left us in unprecedented times and together, provided it was done we can’t gather in person this year. safely. Restoration will still be celebrated, “The accomplishments that were but the celebration will look a little done, what it means, today, what different because we’re moving it it means for our children, we cel- online.” ebrate,” she said. “For the many On Nov. 22, 1983, President Tribes that formed Grand Ronde, Ronald Reagan signed House Res- we all rejoice together.” olution 3885 restoring the Grand Kennedy recalled that after the Ronde Tribe, which had been ter- Tribe was terminated in 1954, minated 29 years earlier, to federal there were only 900 members on recognition. His signature on the the Termination Roll. She was one Smoke Signals screenshots by Timothy J. Gonzalez bill officially ended the dark time of them. From left, Tribal Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier and Tribal Secretary of Termination. “Many of us, those Elders among Jon A. George preside over the raffle during the virtual 37th Restoration Every year since, the Tribe has us today, we need to appreciate and celebration on Sunday, Nov. 22. held a celebration. It includes a help them,” she said. “You have to meal, giveaways, speeches, danc- think of the feat that was accom- rejoice together,” she said. “Let’s grandronde.org, click on the “Cel- ing, drumming, singing and a Res- plished. The United States, the continue to be a helpful people as ebrating 37 Years of Restoration” toration Powwow. Approximately most powerful nation in the world, we look to the future.” link and below there is an online 200 Tribal members, family, friends admitted they were wrong and they On the Confederated Tribes of form to fill out. Additionally, the and elected officials traveled to restored us to Tribal Nation status. Grand Ronde Facebook page, Tribal video presentation and the raffle Grand Ronde last year for the event So today, let’s celebrate, and be Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier event can be viewed on the site. held in the Tribal gym. the thankful and grateful people and Jon A. George conducted a Kennedy has said moving the In an e-mail to all Tribal employ- we are, and remember our future raffle for Amazon and Visa gift Restoration Celebration online ees on Friday, Nov. 20, Kennedy is bright.” cards. Winners will have their allowed the Tribe to honor the day said that Restoration is a bright The video continued with views prizes mailed out. Additionally, while keeping Tribal and commu- spot in an otherwise bleak year. from inside Chachalu Museum & Tribal Communications Director nity members safe. “This Sunday marks the 37th Cultural Center, and then featured Sara Thompson has said that small “We’re saddened that we won’t Restoration of the Confederated Jon A. George near Uyxat Powwow gifts were being sent out to Tribal be able to gather in person for this Tribes of Grand Ronde,” she said. “I Grounds. members. year’s Restoration Celebration,” am grateful that this date is a time “(At one time) this was not a good “On Nov. 22, 1983, Grand Ronde’s she said. “But even in this time of marked in history because we all location,” he said. “We were forced federal recognition as a Tribal gov- uncertainty, we still want to recog- have endured dreadful situations marched here. It was a prison. The ernment was restored when the nize this important day and honor this year: The epidemic, wildfires government tried to tell us we were Grand Ronde Restoration Act was those that made Restoration a and personal difficulties brought no longer recognized as Native signed into law,” a statement on the reality for the Grand Ronde Tribe.” on by COVID-19. (We now) have Americans. We started out with Tribe’s website said. “Every year It was the first time since 1984 this bright spot to celebrate while those three visionaries (Provost, since then, we have gathered as a that the Tribe did not host an keeping safe. This journey has Holmes and Kimsey) and in 1983, Tribe, a community and a family in-person event. The decision was pronounced how loyal, committed it happened. We became a Native to celebrate our Restoration. Even initially announced in a Facebook and caring staff of the CTGR are. I nation once again.” with our 37th celebration moving post on Friday, Oct. 23. appreciate what you do and the sac- In closing, Kennedy called on online, we want to get small gifts “Grand Ronde’s federal recogni- rifice you are making. My prayers Tribal members to stay strong and to our Tribal members.” tion as a Tribal government was for your safety and good health are persevere. Those who have not yet registered restored when the Grand Ronde spoken daily.” n “Today, we know that we can all for a gift can do so by visiting www.
Please join us for:
Chinuk Wawa Paint Night
Dec. 17, 2020 6:30 pm Via Zoom
Join us for an evening of chinuk wawa and holiday painting! We will be sipping hot chocolate and painting a fun, simple holiday picture on 8X8 canvas while learning some chinuk wawa!
Only 10 spots are available, so send in your RSVP now to [email protected] or call 503-879-1443!
All necessary supplies will be provided and mailed out the week before. DECEMBER 1, 2020 sNok signflz 7 History and Culture Summit wraps up virtual events By Danielle Harrison “It was great to connect with the Smoke Signals staff writer land,” Archuleta said. “I like to visit The Tribe finished its annual the area and get a bigger picture of History and Culture Summit with how the old stories connect to the a virtual presentation by two Tribal landscape.” members on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Norton agreed. Like every other large indoor “It was very special to explore event in Oregon, it was present- Marys Peak,” he said. “Within the ed in Zoom this year due to the Grand Ronde Tribe, the Tribes that COVID-19 pandemic. make up our confederation span The fourth event, “StoryMap: such a vast landscape.” Indigenous Naming of Creeks Harrelson said he appreciated on Marys Peak,” was presented the noncontroversial nature of the by Grand Ronde Cultural Policy process. Analyst and Tribal Elder Greg “With this project, we were nam- Archuleta, and Tribal member and ing unnamed creeks, so we didn’t Portland State University student have to convince people to change Jesse Norton. It was followed by a name. Also, this was built on Smoke Signals screenshot a moderated discussion panel led relationships. Our homelands are by Tribal Cultural Resources De- Tribal Cultural Resources Department Manager David Harrelson discusses 14 million acres. When it comes to partment Manager David Harrel- the Indigenous naming of creeks near Marys Peak as part of the final virtual naming things, we can spend the son. The event proved to be quite presentation of the annual Grand Ronde History and Culture Summit on time and effort in many places. But popular, with more than 95 people Wednesday, Nov. 18. if changing a name will cause harm logging in to attend. to our communities, it probably In 2018, 10 unnamed creeks on “Since time immemorial, it has Naming also helps with planning isn’t worth it.” Marys Peak near Corvallis were been culturally significant to the efforts. We are really excited about The first three presentations were approved for naming by the U.S. Geo- Grand Ronde and Siletz peoples. this.” held on Oct. 14, 22 and 26. Videos logical Service, and included words It’s a sacred mountain.” During a question-and-answer from the Oct. 14, 22 and Nov. 18 from three different Indigenous Archuleta and Norton showed session afterward, the panelists events will be available to view for languages, which received broad various slides of their hikes to the were asked what they enjoyed most three months at www.grandronde. local support and participation. The different creeks and discussed the about the naming process. org/history-and-culture-summit/. n process was hailed as a success story renaming process, which involved among naming efforts nationally and the Grand Ronde and Siletz Tribes, served as an example of how Tribes U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land can be engaged and represented. Management, city of Corvallis, The project began after Marys Starker Forests Inc., Oregon State Snowmen bound Peak Alliance member Dave Eckert University, Spring Creek Project contacted the Grand Ronde Tribe’s and Marys Peak Alliance. Cultural Resources Department “Naming these creeks makes it and asked if the Tribe would be easier to conduct search and res- interested in renaming the creeks. cue operations rather than if they The process took approximately remained unnamed, to conduct two years and involved input from scientific studies and to honor the several different groups. original stewards of the land,” “We had the opportunity this Norton said. summer to visit all of the creeks, Added Harrelson, “Hopefully, this walk through them and see what StoryMap can convey the meaning they were like,” Archuleta said. and help with understanding. …
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Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez Tribal member Veronica Gaston sits with a small selection of her ribal snowman collection in her Tribal Housing home on Monday, Nov. 16. court Gaston’s collection is currently at 4,478. The Guinness Book of World Records for a snowman collection, as of March 2013, is 5,127 by Karen t Schmidt of Coon Rapids, Minn. Gaston says she primarily obtains her INDIGENT DEFENSE PROGRAM snowmen at Goodwill stores in Dallas, McMinnville and West Salem where she is known as the Snow Queen. The Tribal Court is actively seeking attorneys for our Indigent Defense Program to represent parents and children involved in neglect and abuse cases within the jurisdiction of the Tribal Court.
If interested please contact the Tribal Court: Shane Thomas Tribal Court Programs Coordinator
9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 Phone: 503-879-4623 Fax: 503-879-2269 [email protected]
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‘Everyone worked so hard Happy 55th Birthday, for so long as we felt this was Shelly Staubes Cheers to your baby Elder so important for our Tribe’ status! CENSUS continued area residents further complicated With love from from front page counting efforts. all your family “Everyone worked so hard for so and ideas for the future, including long as we felt this was so import- getting Tribal youth to understand ant for our Tribe,” Dugger said. why the census is important. “In spite of everything that was “It seems like our Tribe always in our way, we refused to concede, has a high percentage for response give up or be discouraged. We just rates and I appreciate your coordi- kept coming up with new ways to nation, camaraderie and abilities,” get Tribal members to respond. It Tribal Council Vice Chair Jon A. was truly a great team. Everyone George said. “It’s just a testament worked together to achieve this to your ability to work together and goal.” get this data.” Other Tribal response rates in The U.S. Census Bureau faced ad- Oregon include the Confederated ditional obstacles this year with the Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua COVID-19 pandemic cutting back and Siuslaw Indians, 62.5 percent; on the ability to go door-to-door Coquille Indian Tribe, 61.5 percent; to obtain information from those Confederated Tribes of Umatilla, who did not reply by mail, phone 56.7 percent; Confederated Tribes or Internet. The bureau asked for, of Siletz Indians, 61.3 percent; and received, an extension of Oct. Klamath Tribes, 46.2 percent; 31 to complete the count, but the Burns Paiute Tribe, 46 percent; Supreme Court allowed the Trump Confederated Tribes of Warm administration to cut the census Springs, 45.6 percent; and Cow short on Oct. 14. Creek Band of Umpqua Indians, As a result, census takers had to 39.2 percent. redouble their efforts to get peo- Tribal Council member Denise ple counted, especially in Tribal Harvey thanked the committee for communities where response rates its efforts and recalled the chal- have historically been low and re- lenges when she was tasked with mained so during the pandemic as leading the census effort in 2010. many Reservations took additional “Your report is amazing,” she safety measures such as suspend- said. “In 2010, I was a one-man ing door-knocking efforts. band. I really appreciate all of the With Grand Ronde Tribal offic- efforts you guys made and helping es closed for almost two months people understand why it is im- during the pandemic, and no door- portant.” to-door contact allowed, the com- Dugger has said each census mittee had to rely on other methods response is worth approximately to obtain responses: Multiple Tribal $3,200 to Tribal grant-funded pro- members were hired to phone di- grams that benefit members. rect to Tribal families all over the Going forward, Dugger says it United States to conduct outreach; will be important to continue to fliers were circulated at the Grand utilize Tribal media for public Ronde Food Bank, community outreach, develop a call team, hold bulletin boards and in Elder meal raffles with an increased budget grab-and-go bags; and social media for prizes, create a role for Elders, M K was utilized, virtual raffles were and increase outreach to younger Ǝ ʰ held for census completers and an audiences about why it is important outreach table was set up during to participate in the census. Tribal Council elections. The U.S. Constitution requires M K- Other efforts to get out the count that the federal government con- included advertising through duct a census every 10 years to de- Ǝ e-mail, Smoke Signals and Face- termine how many people are living book, and working with state cen- in the United States. Census num- MANIA sus representatives to narrow down bers help determine the number the Grand Ronde Tribal members of seats each state has in the U.S. who had not yet completed their House of Representatives, and help bit.ly/mekmekrmaniaregistration census forms. directs where billions of dollars in The September wildfires that rav- federal funding go for hospitals, fire 12/3/20 at 6pm aged Oregon, closed Tribal offices departments, schools, roads and for several days and displaced some other services. n
Join local food experts online for an open discussion on all things food related in the West Valley Area. Invited Speakers OSU Extension Services OSU-ES Food Hero OSU-ES 4H OSU- ES Master Gardeners OSU-ES Master Food Preservers CTGR Youth Empowerment & Prevention CTGR NRD - Native Plant Propagation Program
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TERO Worker of the Month State’s COVID ‘freeze’ not October 2020 affecting Tribal operations Name: Devree DelaRose-Wilder Employer: ACME Concrete Paving Inc. By Dean Rhodes allowed on the Tribal campus. Positon: Laborer Smoke Signals editor The two positive cases within the Devree first applied for the TERO Skills Oregon Gov. Kate Brown’s Tribal government, which employs Bank in July of this year. “freeze” to combat the spread of more than 500 people, are not the He was dispatched to a concrete slurry COVID-19 in the state that went first coronavirus cases to affect the plant in Corvallis to help on an Oregon into effect on Wednesday, Nov. 18, Tribe. Department of Transportation project. This is not affecting Tribal governmen- Spirit Mountain Casino, which was Devree’s first experience with a TERO tal operations. employs more than 1,000 people, re- program because he is from southern Or- Devree DelaRose-Wilder “We are aware of the governor’s ported four of its behind-the-scenes egon and has not had access to a TERO latest ‘freeze’ to help slow the spread employees had tested positive for program within his vicinity. of COVID-19 in Oregon,” said Tribal COVID-19 in mid-October. Devree says he has had an opportunity to learn many new things Council Chief of Staff Stacia Her- According to the Grand Ronde from road construction and operating since being dispatched. He is nandez in an all-employee e-mail on Health & Wellness Center, as of also thankful to Grand Ronde TERO for allowing him the opportunity Monday, Nov. 16. “After careful con- Monday, Nov. 30, it has conducted to enroll in the BTI Heavy Equipment Operators Training he is cur- sideration, the Tribe has made the 1,179 COVID-19 tests with 1,124 rently in. The opportunity is offered through a collaboration between decision to maintain its current op- negative results, 28 retests and 27 Grand Ronde TERO and Baker Technical Institute. erations for the Tribal government.” positive results. Devree was chosen as the October TERO Worker of the Month due However, Hernandez added, The Tribe limited access to the to his high level of commitment to both the contractors he works for Tribal employees who feel it is in Tribal campus to only a skeleton and TERO. He took the initiative to enroll in TERO’s Skills Bank their best interest to work remote- crew of essential employees in mid- program and take advantage of the many benefits it offers. ly can do so with approval of their March when the COVID-19 pan- “I recommend TERO for anyone wanting to get out of their comfort supervisor. demic became a major public health zone and set themselves up for success,” he said. n Working remotely, if possible, is concern in Oregon. After the Tribal one of Brown’s “freeze” suggestions government re-opened in mid-May, for Oregonians. employees have had to undergo dai- Brown also limited all bars and ly temperature checks, been asked Tribe receives Meyer restaurants to takeout only, closed to wear masks and encouraged to all gyms, restricted indoor and wash their hands frequently and outdoor gatherings to no more than keep socially distant. six people from two different house- “We have done a great job keep- Memorial Trust grant holds, limited capacity at grocery ing the virus contained, but we PORTLAND — The Confederated ily Center in Portland, $123,333, stores and pharmacies, and allowed all must do our part to protect Tribes of Grand Ronde was one of to eliminate barriers to college churches and faith groups to accom- ourselves, family and co-workers several Native American Tribes and and career readiness, and cul- modate indoor crowds of no larger from this virus,” Hernandez said. organizations that received Meyer tivate a stronger college-bound than 25. The freeze is scheduled to “Wash and sanitize your hands, Memorial Trust grants in 2020. culture within Portland’s Native last until at least Wednesday, Dec. wear masks and social distance. We The Grand Ronde Tribe received American community; 2, in most of the state and probably are closely monitoring the situation $35,000 to help pay for the com- • Nez Perce Tribe of Joseph, longer is more populated counties. and we will continue to evaluate if pletion of the Chankawan Wild- $138,824, to integrate Tribal The “freeze” is in reaction to surg- any changes need to be made.” life Area restoration alternatives knowledge into Wallowa Lake ing COVID-19 cases in the state The Tribal government was closed analysis. The Tribe obtained the management and explore reintro- that suddenly jumped to more than the entire week of Thanksgiving, 425-acre conservation property in duction of sockeye into the lake; 1,000 for three consecutive days Nov. 23-27. Tribal employees were May 2016 as part of the Bonneville • Burns Paiute Tribe in Burns, and have continued to grow over already scheduled to have Monday, Power Administration’s Willamette $173,884, to help the Tribe ex- the Thanksgiving holiday week. Nov. 23, off in celebration of Resto- Wildlife Mitigation Program. ercise sovereignty by protecting General Manager David Fuller- ration and Thursday and Friday, The property fronts more than a natural systems and salmon in ton announced on Thursday, Nov. Nov. 26-27, off in observance of mile of the North Santiam River the waterways of the Tribe’s tra- 5, that two Tribal governmental Thanksgiving. near Stayton in Marion County. ditional homelands; employees for the first time had Meanwhile, Spirit Mountain Other Native American Tribes • High Desert Food & Farm Alli- tested positive for the coronavirus. Casino announced a temporary and organizations receiving grants ance in Bend, $177,942, to de- The two positive tests prompted suspension of smoking within the included: velop and implement a plan Fullerton to limit campus access facility starting on Tuesday, Nov. • National Indian Child Wel- that will establish a sustainable, on Friday, Nov. 6, and Monday 17. The smoking prohibition in- fare Association in Portland, culturally relevant food system in and Tuesday, Nov. 9-10, to only cludes 20 feet from all entrances to $180,000, for operational support the Warm Springs community; essential staff members. Other staff the lodge, casino and lobbies. of the organization dedicated to • Native Fish Society in Oregon members were asked to work from The casino is still requiring that the well-being of American Indi- City, $85,000, to grow relation- home or granted administrative all guests wear face masks, which an and Alaska Native children ships with rural and Indigenous leave for the day. is a policy instituted in early July. and families; communities by integrating eq- Since Wednesday, Nov. 11, was Since the Tribe is a sovereign • Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indi- uity outcomes into ongoing envi- Veterans Day and a Tribal holiday, nation, it does not have to follow ans Economic Development Corp. ronmental programs and efforts; the Tribal government resumed state-mandated guidelines, a fact in Portland, $50,000, to support the • Natives of One Wind Indigenous normal schedules and operations Brown acknowledged in March organization’s mission and work Alliance in Medford, $46,000, to on Thursday, Nov. 12, with the during the initial reaction to the exception that guests are no longer COVID-19 pandemic. n to strengthen Native American elevate the voices of Indigenous COMMUNITY HEALTH entrepreneurs in Oregon; workers in the timber sector and • Coquille Indian Tribe in Coos improve statewide forest practic- PROGRAM Bay, $100,000, to address press- es and workplace safety rules; Community Health Program ing health care needs by using • Native American Youth and Fam-
self-directed and culturally re- ily Center in Portland, $300,000, Medical Transport
spectful approaches; for redevelopment of Tistilal Services • Red Lodge Transition Services Village, to help low-income and in Oregon City, $115,000, to op- formerly homeless Native fami-
erational support that provides lies in Multnomah County; Medical transportation culturally focused programs for • And the Confederated Tribes of services are available to Native Americans released from the Umatilla Indian Reservation Tribal members within jails, prisons and treatment pro- in Pendleton, $300,000, to rede- the six-county service grams; velop the Lucky 7 manufactured area when an alternate • American Indian Science and home park with new, high-effi- means of transportation Engineering Society in Albu- ciency homes. is not available. Advance querque, N.M., $177,464, to im- The Meyer Memorial Trust made notice required. prove Indigenous student success 150 grants totaling $21.3 million to across Oregon through imple- make Oregon a more flourishing Please call 503-879-2078 menting STEM-related college and equitable state, Director of to schedule a reservation. and career readiness strategies; Communications Kimberly Wilson • Native American Youth and Fam- said. n
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Walking On...
Ruby Geraldine Bigoni March 18, 1919 – Nov. 19, 2020 Tribal Elder Ruby Geraldine Bigoni was born March 18, 1919, in Tillamook, Ore., to James and Emma Langley. Her grand- parents were Israel and Mary Langley. Her other grandfather, Andrew Zuercher, moved to Tillamook from Bern, Switzerland, when he was a young man. Having descended from pioneer families of Tillamook, namely Zuercher and Kodad, and Native/French Canadian families of LaChance and Langlois, Ruby was the great-granddaughter of Twinisha of Winak- ske, aka Nancy of The Dalles. AMERICAN INDIAN TEACHER PROGRAM She married Orlando Pete “Bill” Bigoni on Oct. 24, 1936, in Kelso, Wash. She and Orlando are the parents of James Bigoni, Dianne Locklear, Richard Bigoni and Bill Bigoni. Orlando and Bill both walked on in 1990. Ruby had two older sisters, Pearl and Bernice, and an older half-brother, Arnold. At the time of her passing, Ruby was the oldest Tribal member of YOUTH EDUCATION K-12 the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. PRESENTS She loved traveling to Hawaii. In the last five years, she visited Hawaii three times, celebrating her 100th birthday there in 2019. In her lifetime, she visited Hawaii 25 times. Ruby and Orlando enjoyed traveling on cruise ships, taking trips to Alaska, Hawaii, through the Panama Canal, Mexico, Europe, the Carib- bean and Asia. She worked in a drapery shop for more than 20 years. She was a banquet manager for the Fraternal Order of Eagles and was installed as Grand Madam President of the Eagles in Boston, Mass., in 1971. She also worked for a number of years as a receptionist for Chinese eatery Lung Fung Restaurant. She traveled throughout North America during her years as Eagles Grand Madam President and presided over the international convention held in Atlanta, Ga. Ruby also was a guest on the Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon, presenting a $25,000 check on behalf of the Eagles. She also volunteered for the Red Cross for 50 years and was active at St. Charles Catholic Church in Portland. Ruby had lived in her home in northeast Portland for more than 65 years. We are so blessed and fortunate that Ruby lived a long and wonderful life. She is survived by nephews Harold Lyon and Robert Nagle, 10 grand- children, 25 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren. She will be interred next to her husband Orlando. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, services will be held at a future time. i i l k s Other passings (Fun Box) Evelyn Rose Stevens Aug. 1, 1933 – Nov. 23, 2020 Tribal Elder Evelyn Rose Stevens walked on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, at Activity boxes coming this Winter the age of 87. Keith & Keith Funeral Home in Yakima, Wash., is assisting the family. Here’s the scoop! At this time, there is not a funeral service planned. The Youth Education Department will continue the hihi-lakHaset program through March. Each month will include fun projects to work on from home. Information and links will be provided for students to hop on the Internet to watch a short instructional video for each activity.
Dropoff, Pickup and Delivery Join us for our second Each month, an activity hihi-lakHaset (fun box) will be delivered to students (Grand Ronde, Willamina, Sheridan area). Tribal member students living out of the area can participate in this, too! We want to connect with you and have you Virtual Sobriety Zoom Meeting.. be a part of this experience. Boxes will be mailed to you. (Boxes cannot be mailed to PO boxes.) Intake Policy Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 The Youth Education Department will accept registration with the Tribal intake preference policy (4 tier system.) Parents will be notified if the program is filled and added to a waiting list.
6 7 p.m. LIVE on Zoom Youth Education will have monthly Live Zoom meetings to discuss the hihi-lakHaset activities. More details to follow. How do I sign up? It’s simple! Hosted by: Post Treatment Services / Social Services All you do is click on the link below to register. The winter sign-up will include the months of January, February and March.
Chris Holliday (503) 879 1452 Are there limited openings and timelines to register? Yes, there are limited openings! Registration opens December 1, 2020. Michael Herrin (503) 879 4543 Registration deadline is December 15, 2020, at 4 P.M.
Questions? Download the Zoom app or enter Zoom in your browser. Please contact the Youth Education staff at [email protected] or call us at 503-879-2101. We look forward to seeing you! Ask to join meeting then enter the information below.
Meeting ID: 945 4811 1618 Sign up at this link: Passcode: 276766 http://bit.ly/winter2021hihilakhaset
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Did we mention there will be door prizes!!!! DECEMBER 1, 2020 sNok signflz 11 Concrete work ɫɑx̣ɑyɑm! Whew, here we go again … already! 2021 is right around the corner! If you know any enrolled Grand Ronde Tribal members, no matter where they live (in or out of the service area), who are in need of assistance with the following services: • Dental Care • Glasses/Vision Exam • Hearing Aid • Braces • Lasik Eye Surgery • Residential Drug & Alcohol Treatment Please spread the word and have them contact one of the following staff members to discuss being added to our deferred services list for assistance in 2021. Some services do have longer wait times and some limitations apply, but we will be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have. Photos by Timothy J. Gonzalez Please call or e-mail: Workers pour concrete while laying down the foundation of the new Leah Bailey at 503-879-2197 or [email protected] Erica Mercier at 503-879-2080 or [email protected] Procurement and Information Services building on Friday, Nov. 20. Kayla Leno at 503-879-1406 or [email protected] Tribal Council approved the construction of the new building in October Melody Baker at 503-879-2011 or [email protected] 2019. The Tribe’s Procurement and Information Services employees hayu masi! currently work out of modular and cramped quarters in the Governance Center, respectively.
A worker uses a power trowel to help flatten newly poured concrete while laying down the foundation of the new Procurement and Information Services building.
NATIVE CONNECTIONS & ILAUNCH PRESENTS: PARENTS COMING TOGETHER
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THIS GROUP WILL MEET WEEKLY & DIVE INTO CONSCIOUS DISCIPLINE:
A Trauma informed approach to parenting that helps us learn how to go from upset to calm, address both social and emotion needs while promoting Mental Wellness and behavior changes.
We will be offering this class at either of the two times listed below. When you sign up, you can indicate which time works best for you.
Wednesday's 12:00-1:00pm Wednesday's 6:30-7:30pm
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Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez Search Facebook for Grand Ronde Cultrual Education From front, Ree Quenelle along with Devree DelaRose-Wilder, Jerry Yanez Tribal Calendar // www.grandronde.org/tribal-calendar and Dennis Knight Jr. participate in heavy equipment operator training in a trailer provided by Baker Technical Institute on the Tribal campus on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Trainees learned to virtually operate excavators, a bulldozer and a loader. After two weeks on virtual training, the students will work on the actual equipment at the Knife River Holmes Rock Pit in Albany during the week of Dec. 7. Fee assistance Enrolled Tribal members can request assistance with test fees (i.e. GRE, SAT, LSAT, ACT) and admissions application fees. Contact Higher Education for more information at 1-800-422-0232, ext. 2275. n
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Friday, Oct. 30 • Suspicious vehicle reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. • Driving complaint reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River High- Thursday, Nov. 5 way. Possible intoxicated driver leaving the area. Officers were unable • Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. to locate the vehicle. • Possible sex abuse reported in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. • Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. • Citizen contact occurred in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. • Assist outside agency by helping Child and Family Services in the 100 • Citizen assist in the 47000 block of Eagle Loop. The person was block of Wind River Drive regarding reports of child neglect. locked out of his or her home. • Warrant arrest in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. A male was • Found property in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. arrested for a valid municipal warrant and transported to the Polk • Suspicious activity reported in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. Report County Jail in Dallas. of a loud explosion was unfounded. • Suspicious activity reported in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. A report • Assist outside agency with a report of a car fire in the area of milepost of juveniles possibly egging houses. 18 on Highway 18. The vehicle was abandoned on the roadside and • Traffic assist in the area of Grand Ronde Road and Highway 18. A was secured until Oregon State Police could arrive. male was located and advised to stay out of the road. • Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River High- • Assist outside agency with a cover request on a 911 hang-up in the way. Two males were arrested for criminal mischief, possession of Willamina area. methamphetamines and valid detainers. Both were transported to the Saturday, Oct. 31 Polk County Jail in Dallas. • Assist outside agency with a cover request on a traffic stop in the area Friday, Nov. 6 of milepost 29 on Highway 18. • Animal complaint reported in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. • Attempt to locate hit-and-run vehicle in the area of highways 18 and • Citizen contact in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. A driver 18B. Officers were unable to locate the suspect vehicle. needed help starting his vehicle. • Citizen contact occurred in the 8900 block of Grand Ronde Road. • Report of fraudulent money in the 27100 block of Salmon River High- • Reported trespass in the area of Big Buck campground. way. • Driving complaint received in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. • Report of theft in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. The issue Officers were unable to locate the vehicle. was handled civilly. • Suspicious vehicle reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River • Fraud reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. A female Highway. A male was arrested for felony driving while suspended and was cited and released for possession of a forged instrument and forgery. transported to the Polk County Jail in Dallas. • Assist outside agency with a cover request in the area of Highway 18 Sunday, Nov. 1 and Harmony Road. • Attempt to locate a stolen vehicle in the area of Grand Ronde Road Saturday, Nov. 7 and Highway 18. The vehicle was located at a later date. • Suspicious activity reported in the area of Gold Creek Road. • Assist outside agency with a cover request for a domestic dispute in Sunday, Nov. 8 the Willamina area. • Report of harassment in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. • Assist outside agency with a cover request for a disturbance in the • Driving complaint received in the area of milepost 3 on Highway 18. Willamina area. Officers located the vehicle and saw no violations. • Warrant arrest in the Willamina area. A male was arrested for the • Suspicious vehicle reported in the area of Agency Creek and Yoncalla warrant and possession of methamphetamines. He was transported Creek. to the Polk County Jail in Dallas. • Assist outside agency with a single vehicle crash involving a deer in • Possible trespass reported in the Steel Bridge Road area. Officers the area of milepost 28 on Highway 18. searched the area and found nothing. • Fraud reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. • Drug complaint received in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Monday, Nov. 9 A female was cited and released for possession of methamphet- • Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River High- amines and heroin. way. • Assist outside agency with a domestic disturbance in the Willamina • Assist outside agency with an emotionally distressed person in the area. Sheridan area. • Assist outside agency with a report of suspicious activity in the Sheri- • Welfare check performed in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. dan area. • Assist outside agency with a suspicious person in the area of McPher- Monday, Nov. 2 son Road. • Report of two dogs left in a vehicle in the 27100 block of Salmon Riv- Tuesday, Nov. 10 er Highway. • Domestic disturbance reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River • Traffic assist performed in the area of milepost 25 on Highway 18. Highway. A female was arrested for strangulation and a valid warrant, Report of an object in the roadway. Officers were unable to locate it. and a male was arrested for a valid warrant. Both were transported to • Theft reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. A female the Polk County Jail in Dallas. was located and cited for theft. • Report of a telephonic harassment in the 48000 block of Eagle Loop. • Citizen contact occurred in the area of Blacktail Drive. • Telephonic harassment reported in the 9500 block of Raven Loop. • Vehicle assist performed in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. • Found property in the 9600 block of Grand Ronde Road. A motorist was locked out of his vehicle. Wednesday, Nov. 11 • Assist outside agency with a report of suspicious vehicles in the area • Assist outside agency with a cover request in the Willamina area. of milepost 15 on Highway 18. • Citizen contact occurred in the 100 block of Wind River Drive. Tuesday, Nov. 3 • Assist outside agency with a traffic hazard in the area of milepost 15 • Driving complaint received in the area of milepost 9 on Highway 22. A on Highway 18. vehicle was located and the driver was cited for multiple violations. • Assist outside agency with a cover request in the area of Mill Creek • Traffic stop occurred in the area of Tyee and Grand Ronde roads. A Road. male was cited for felony driving while suspended. • Suspicious vehicle reported in the area of Yamhill River and Gold • Report of a burglary in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Creek roads. • Traffic crash in the area of milepost 20 on Highway 18. A male was • Assist outside agency with a domestic dispute in the 27600 block of arrested for DUII. Andy Riggs Road. • Emotionally distressed person reported in the 9600 block of Grand Thursday, Nov. 12 Ronde Road. A male believed people were after him. Officers spoke • Suspicious activity reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River High- with him until he felt better. way. Wednesday, Nov. 4 • Attempt to locate vehicle involved in a pursuit. Officers were unable to • Traffic stop occurred in the area of milepost 22 on Highway 18. A male locate. was arrested for misdemeanor driving while suspended and for a valid • Found property in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. detainer. He was transported to the Polk County Jail in Dallas. • Assist outside agency with a cover request on a warrant arrest in the • Assist outside agency by helping Children & Family Services with area of highways 18B and 18. contact in the 9600 block of Tilixam Circle. A male and female were • Traffic hazard in the area of milepost 18 on Highway. Fallen tree on the cited for second-degree child neglect. roadway. • Assist outside agency with cover on a traffic stop in the area of Grand Ronde Road. Two males were arrested for valid warrants and posses- Compiled by Grand Ronde Tribal sion of methamphetamines. Police Department Officer Clint Cardwell. DECEMBER 1, 2020 sNok signflz 15
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