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The Mission of the Klamath Tribes is to protect, preserve, and enhance the spiritual, cultural, and physical values and resources of the Klamath, Modoc, and Yahooskin Peoples, by maintaining the customs and heritage of our ancestors. To establish a comprehensive unity by fostering the enhancement of spiritual and cultural values through a government whose function is to protect the human and cultural resources, treaty rights and to provide for the development and delivery of social and economic opportunities for our People through effective leadership.

3.....ORGANIZATION CHARTS 5.....TRIBAL COUNCIL 6.....ADMINISTRATION SERVICES Administration Highlights, Human Resources, Support Services, Grants & Contracts, Finance, Public Information 13...COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 16...CULTURE & HERITAGE 18...EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT 22 ..HOUSING DEPARTMENT 24 ..MEMBERS BENEFITS & ENROLLMENT DEPARTMENT 25 ..NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 29 ..PLANNING DEPARTMENT 31...SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT 35 ..KLAMATH TRIBAL COURT & COURT SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT

2 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report KLAMATH TRIBAL COUNCIL TRIBAL GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

KLAMATH TRIBES GENERAL COUNCIL

KLAMATH TRIBES GAMING REGULATORY TRIBAL COUNCIL COMMISSION

CORPORATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEES

ECONOMIC BUDGET CONSTITUTION DEVELOPEMENT COMMITTEE COMMITTEE CORPORATION ENROLLMENT CULTURE & HERITAGE KLA-MO-YA COMMITTEE COMMITTEE CASINO BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELDERS EDUCATION COMMITTEE COMMITTEE

HOUSING ADVISORY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE COMMITTEE

KLAMATH INDIAN GAME VETERANS COMMISSION COMMITTEE COMMITTEE

CHILD PROTECTIVE CHILD WELFARE TEAM PLACEMENT BOARD

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 3 TRIBAL ADMINISTRATION ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

KLAMATH TRIBES GENERAL COUNCIL

KLAMATH TRIBES TRIBAL COUNCIL

OFFICE OF THE ADMINISTRATION PUBLIC TRIBAL ATTORNEY GENERAL MANAGER INFORMATION HUMAN SOCIAL OFFICER FINANCE NATURAL HOUSING SYSTEMS HERITAGE SERVICES SERVICES MEMBER’S CULTURE & CULTURE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY ENTERPRISE PLANNING & RESOURCES RESOURCES COMMUNITY EDUCATION & EDUCATION INFORMATION EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE BENEFITS SERVICE

GRANTS & CONTRACTS

SUPPORT SERVICES

4 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report THE KLAMATH TRIBES TRIBAL COUNCIL

A MESSAGE FROM THE COUNCIL This Tribal Council is just completing its first full year in office. We would like to thank the staff for their assistance and patience while we work through the processes required to provide services for the Klamath Tribal membership. The dedication and professionalism of so many of the staff has been impressive to watch close up. Many issues came to the forefront during 2016 making the transition for this council during the first seven months fast paced. The Council has participated in a strategic planning process to identify Tribal Council priorities. Some of the priorities identified during this process in no particular order were: Protection of Treaty Resources and Rights; Tribal Member Employment; Effective Klamath Tribes Govern- ment; Continue to Rebuild and Restore the Klamath Tribe’s Homeland; Effective and Compliant Klamath Tribes Economic Development; Strategic Use of Klamath Tribal Funds and Tribal Member Housing & Education. We hope to make measurable progress in each of these areas throughout 2016 and the remainder of our term.

The Tribal Council was sworn in on May 11, 2016 for a three year term. Chairman ...... Donald C. Gentry Vice Chairwoman...... Gail Hatcher Secretary...... Roberta Frost Treasurer...... Brandi Hatcher Council Member ...... Steve Weiser Council Member ...... Jeannie McNair Council Member ...... David Ochoa Council Member ...... Devery Saluskin Council Member ...Kathleen Mitchell Council Member...... Perry Chocktoot (8/24/16 – Present) Council Member ...... Rose Treetop (5/11/16 – 8/22/16)

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 5 ADMINISTRATION HIGHLIGHTS

Tribal Administration, under direct oversight of the Gen- sues to address on a daily basis in order to maintain and eral Manager, is responsible for providing professional, strengthen our Tribal sovereignty, protect Treaty resources, courteous and effective services to Tribal members and and serve the needs of our Tribal membership. During 2016, their families. The Klamath Tribal Administration consist of Tribal Council engaged in a planning process to identify the following Departments and/or Programs: critical Tribal Council priorities. Below is the list of Council’s • Human Resources currently identified priorities that have been determined to • Finance be the most pressing. Tribal Council will report periodic • Natural Resources achievements with each of the priorities listed in 2017. • Community Services 4 TRIBAL MEMBER HOLISTIC HEALTH • Culture and Heritage 4 TRIBAL MEMBER EMPLOYMENT • Public Information 4 EFFECTIVE KLAMATH TRIBES GOVERNMENT (OPER- • Housing ATIONS AND STRUCTURE) • Social Services 4 EFFECTIVE AND COMPLIANT KLAMATH TRIBES ECO- • Planning NOMIC DEVELOPMENT • Education and Employment 4 CONTINUE TO REBUILD AND RESTORE THE KLAMATH • Members Benefits/Enrollment TRIBES’ HOMELAND • Support Services 4 PROTECTION OF TREATY RESOURCES AND RIGHTS During 2016, the Klamath Tribes Administration focused 4 TRIBAL LAW ALIGNMENT WITH TRIBAL NEEDS on creating opportunities for improved coordination among 4 STRATEGIC USE OF KLAMATH TRIBAL FUNDS Administration Departments and with the Klamath Tribal 4 BURIAL ASSISTANCE Health and Family Services, identifying opportunities for im- 4 TRIBAL MEMBER HOUSING proved efficiency. Federal and State funding are the ma- 4 jority of the funding we manage in accordance with the TRIBAL MEMBER EDUCATION 4 terms of the award and a plethora of laws, rules and regu- CIVIL RIGHTS PROTECTIONS FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS lations. The challenge is to coordinate services and re- Furthermore, a more expansive effort is now underway sources to help improve program outcomes under the to develop a three-year Tribal Strategic Action Plan. The restrictions of each award. Strategic Action Plan will be developed using an inclusive The General Manager and Planning Director worked to- process that incorporates the input and knowledge of Tribal gether to assist Tribal Council identify priorities and to de- members as well as Tribal government and enterprise staff. velop proposed strategies to achieve the identified Tribal member input during the development of the objectives. Strategic Action Plan is crucial and will be solicited under The Klamath Tribes have a tremendous number of is- various venues from community meetings, electronic outreach, web site, and other manners. The Klamath Tribes have also made youth a priority and therefore, a team has been assem- bled to move forward with the Youth Initiative Program. We know that today’s youth of the Klamath Tribes will be the leaders of tomorrow and through this initiative will be given the opportunity to bring about positive changes in the existing conditions within the Klamath Tribal Communities of Klamath County and the State of Oregon. Tribal Council has authorized the formation of a Klamath Tribes Youth Leadership Council that provides for a mechanism in which the voice of the youth will be given an opportunity to be heard. The Klamath Tribal Administration is committed to creating an atmosphere where Tribal adults, 6 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report youth, elders, children and families are warmly welcomed and treated with professional courtesy and respect. We are committed to continue this endeavor through 2017.

EMPLOYEE COUNT Full-time 102 Part-time 3 Temporary 18 Tribal Council 8 Total 131

Administration 6 Community Services 18 Culture & Heritage 3 Education& Employment 22 Finance 8 Housing 9 Human Resources 2 Legal 0 Member Benefits 3 Natural Resources 23 Planning & Development 3 Social Services 10 Support Services 11 Tribal Court 5 Tribal Council Officers _ 8 Tribal Council approved a new Tribal & Indian Prefer- Total 131 ence Policy for the hiring process. Human Resources and Finance staff implemented an HRIS program on October 1, 2016 for personnel information Human Resources Department to be maintained electronically. The mission of the Klamath Tribes Human Resource De- partment is to develop, promote and enhance the organization’s human capital through effective leadership by managing its resources and services in an environment that Finance encourages continuous growth and change. The goal and purpose of the Finance Department is the To develop and administer fair and consistent policies following: and procedures to protect the integrity of the organization TO: Provide accurate, reliable, timely, supportive and and ensure the equitable treatment of Tribal employees, to cost effective financial and accounting services and man- eliminate dissatisfaction and resolve problems so that agement to the Klamath Tribe Administration in order to working relationships can prosper for the benefit of all. support the mission and priorities of the Tribal Administra- To establish and maintain a comprehensive plan to tion by providing the highest quality financial expertise and staff, train and develop its human capital to protect, pre- support. serve and enhance the employment capacities and oppor- In order to accomplish this, the Finance Department has tunities of the Klamath, Modoc and Yahooskin Peoples. established policies and procedures necessary to ensure EMPLOYEE DATA (as of 12/31/16) the proper use of all the Tribes’ resources. It is the respon- SUMMARY: sibility of the Finance Department to help ensure compli- In 2016: ance with federal and state laws, policies, regulations and Human Resources posted 72 recruitments and hired 24 reporting requirements. The Finance Department is respon- regular employees and 29 temporary employees. sible for managing and protecting the Tribes’ physical and The entire Administration staff received Mandatory Re- monetary assets and maintains accurate historical records porter training on June 28th and 29th. of all of the Tribes’ financial activities. Human Resources assisted in the draft policy, procedure, During 2016 Finance Department successfully coordi- and form the new employee Proximity Badges which was ap- nated and facilitated the 2015 single audit with the firm proved by Tribal Council. Clifton Larson Allen. A General Complaint process was implemented for The 2016 Indirect Cost Proposal was submitted and clients to submit concerns for departments that do not have successfully negotiated at a rate of 27.92 percent. an existing complaint procedure. The Finance Department coordinated with the Members Benefit Department to process the annual Per Capita pay- 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 7 ADMINISTRATION HIGHLIGHTS ment checks in June 2016. There were 3,823 Per Capita tablishes a sys- payment checks issued to tribal members for the 2016 Dis- tem for purchas- bursement. ing supplies, In 2016 the Finance Department processed 3,589 pay- goods, services roll checks and direct deposit payments. There were 8,443 and contracts in Accounts Payable checks processed for vendor payments, a manner that is and 3,694 Purchase Orders and Voucher Requisitions is- consistent with sued. In addition there were 270 travel requests processed sound business for administrative staff and government. This was an over- practices and all increase in all activity of about 7 percent from the prior that will serve year. the best inter- In 2016 there were over 50 federal and state grants and ests of the Kla- contracts administered with budgeted expenditures at ap- math Tribes. The new policy incorporates guidance and proximately $11,963,000. In addition there were budgets changes reflected in 200 CFR Part 200, a rule issued by the developed using interest earnings from investments, pro- OMB for Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Princi- gram income, and Cigarette tax rebates to support pro- ples, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. grams, Tribal Council, Tribal sponsored events, and other Staff from the Finance Department participates on a programs. Expenditures for private, other and tribal funds team which helps oversee and negotiate employee benefits totaled approximately $2,527,000. Funds awarded from and insurance to get the best rates and benefits possible. KTRAP were also used to supplement new and existing pro- There are 8 full time positions in the Finance Department grams underfunded by federal and state awards. which include; Administrative and Accounting Clerk, Bene- In 2016 the revised Procurement Policy was completed fits and Travel Clerk, Accounts Payable Technician, Payroll and officially adopted by the Tribal Council. This policy had Technician, Purchasing Agent, Chief Accountant, Fiscal not been updated since 2002. The Procurement Policy es- Comptroller, and Chief Finance Officer. Grant & Contract Compliance Oﬀice This office monitors grant, contract, and procurement • 8 Grants closed. processes for compliance with Tribal, Federal, and State • Monitored approximately 90 grants for compliance regulations and laws in administration of grants and con- and reporting. tracts. • Worked with a team to revise the Procurement Policies In 2016 the Grant and Contract Compliance office pro- to follow 2 CFR and approved by Tribal Council Au- vided the following services: gust 10, 2016. • 14 Post Award Conferences for new grants reviewing terms and conditions with Directors and Finance.

8 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report • 2016 KTRAP funds awarded to Tribal Administration: $175,000.00 for: o Youth Initiative Fund...... $116,540 o Burial Assistance...... $18,000 o Master Program...... $25,000 o Social Services Shortfall...... $5,460 o Veterans ...... $5,000 o All Staff Training ...... $5,000

Charts represent 2016 grant and contract activity: Support Services Department Mission Statement: To provide efficient, high quality internal assistance to all Tribal programs/departments with effective administrative support in office, facilities, property, security, and records management. There are three programs within the department.

SUPPORT SERVICES consists of the duties and responsibilities performed by the Receptionist, and Mail Technician, but not limited to the planning, development and implementation, for Of- fice/Department Management, Tribal mail, cost accounting for telephone, copy and postage use, Tribal multi-line telephone system, and Tribal Elections.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT consists of building maintenance and repair, security and management of the Tribal Health Building, Tribal Administration, Tribal Court, Early Child- hood Development Center, goos oLgi gowa (The Gathering Place) Community Center, along with maintenance and rental of the Irwin Weiser Memorial Center. Staff include: Janitor/Maintenance Supervisor and four Janitor/Maintenance Workers.

RECORDS MANAGEMENT consists of the maintenance, security, index and microfiche of Tribal records from archival to current documentation of Tribal affairs. Staff include: Records Technician and Records Clerk who accumulate statistical data and/or perform special research, verification and data gathering. Information Technology Information Technology services are provided by the IS Ad- ministrator who is responsible for the deployment, configuration, maintenance, management and monitoring of the Klamath Tribes Administration’s network infrastructure, Local-Area Net- work (LAN) and PBX (Telephone System). This includes network security and providing onsite technical support for Administra- tion staff, which includes resolving difficulties with computer systems, software and the installation of new computer and networking equipment. 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 9 ADMINISTRATION HIGHLIGHTS

Public Information Program In any successful business there must always be an or- ganized platform for information dissemination and communication. This program’s role and responsibility is to gency Preparedness Team, The 30 mile Tourism group, Eco- assist tribal government and tribal programs in that capac- nomic Development meetings; and others that may involve ity, both within the tribal structure and the general public. tribal programs and communication with federal/local governments, and the local community. PROGRAM DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The program responsibilities are defined like a rainbow, NEWSLETTER: The KLAMATH NEWS the colors are many, but each one is necessary and com- This quarterly publication is the official source of written pliments the other. Duties include, but are not limited to: information concerning tribal programs, plans, and services Public Relations; Quarterly Print Newsletter; Electronic for the Klamath Tribes. It is mailed to Klamath Tribal mem- News- Email notices; Mailing Lists; Tribal Website; Face- bers, various Indian and non-Indian organizations, public of- book; Print Media- Brochures, Posters; Press Release distri- ficials, other Native and non-Native news media, and bution, Magazine Ads; Multi-Media Projects, Videos, anyone else who makes a request thru the program. The Documentaries; Annual Restoration Celebration Media; newspaper is also distributed through all tribal offices (via Tradeshow Booth facilitation; Tribal Photography; and over- inter-office mail), and other local areas throughout Klamath all Program Administration with assistance to tribal govern- County. ment relations and promotion. 2016 Newsletter Statistics: *4 Quarterly Newsletters printed in 2016 PUBLIC RELATIONS: *16,000 newsletters were distributed manually via The Public Relations (PR) communication process with postal mail and inter-office delivery. aid to Tribal Government remains extensive, ongoing, and *50,000 + newsletters PDF’s delivered via email/web- assists in building beneficial relationships between both the site/tribal Facebook/Database internal tribal network and outside organizations. The Pro- *2,995 people on our current newsletter mailing list for gram Manager is involved in many different aspects thru postal office mail. 80% Tribal boards, committees, and other avenues to promote the *450 Individual Enrolled Tribal Members on email database. tribe, our services and goals. 2016 PR participation included: Tribal Council Meetings; WEBSITE: River Keeper Board meetings, Southern Oregon Public Tel- This program administers the tribal website: evision Board meetings, Oregon Tribal Tourism Working www.klamathtribes.org group, Discover Klamath Tourism group, Southern Oregon Consistently accessed by 35,000 visitors and added Visitors Association meetings, Klamath County Commission 9,000 “new” users in 2016. The “hits” on average (page to meetings, Oregon State Government Day participation with page viewing) was over 107,000. 9 Tribes of Oregon and Commission on Indian Services, Google search ended the year at 62,194 impressions, Tribal Energy/Green Team, Tribal Hazard-Mitigation/Emer- meaning those on Google were actually “seeking” the Kla-

10 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report PRINT MEDIA: (Brochures, Posters, DVD’s etc) Over 20,000 distributed in 2016. ADDITIONAL PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR 2016: *Coordinated State Capitol History Gateway Project with State of Oregon and 9 Tribes. *Collaboration for video project with University of Oregon Historical Museum. *Assisted Tribal Government with distribution of water and dam removal notices. *Assisted with distribution regarding congressional failure math Tribes specifically through key words. Web statistics to pass legislation. are currently up 12% in the 1st quarter (January – March) *Collaboration for video project with Social Services re- 2017. garding Elders/History Panel. *Coordinated 5 Tradeshow Booth change-outs and set-up. E-NEWS: *Coordinated New Tribal Council Photos for news/govern- Via the Klamath Tribes Email distribution lists’ over 50,000+ ment wall/and website. are reached annually *Gathered information/cost with I.T. dept/regarding live news feed for TC meetings. FACEBOOK: *Facilitated Klamath Tribes Finding Big Foot episode with This program administers the tribal Facebook page Animal Planet. called- “The Official Klamath Tribes Page”. We have 1,995 *Coordinated Crater Lake Sequa-Centennial Celebra- followers, approximately 75% tribal. Our site is an open tion. public site that anyone can join. One of the strategies driv- *Coordinated Public Relations Project with OPB for Doc- ing our FB page is our new link to the homepage website umentary “Broken Treaties”.

called “Dwaa nee pqa”- which means “What’s Happening” in the tribal language. With both features enabled and paired, we increased our mobile phone and computer/tablet traffic by another 300% in 2016. We up- load over 25- News and Real-Time posts monthly. Our site, on average, reaches over 25,000 people in a month, and has reached upwards of 50,000+ thru “Likes” and “Shares”-

We can be found on Facebook as: The Official Klamath Tribes Page Or you can log onto the website and simply click the Facebook Logo on the homepage

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Mission Statement: To provide quality customer service to assist clients in their everyday needs with transportation, child care, energy assistance, respite relief, meals, food, outreach and information. All our transport drivers for the Quail Trail and Vision Statement: Creating services and supports to en- medical transports and Elders events and meal sites. Pictured left to right: John Galbreath, Vivian Kimbol, Diane Walker, Jody Ghost, hance the self-sufficiency and well-being of tribal members Regan Weiser, Harley Kimbol, Patricia Damrow and Charlie Bates and the communities where they live. In 2016, a total of 15,539 trips were provided with 3,261 serving senior/disabled persons; 195,341 service miles Transportation Program through 250 days of service was provided. Accomplishments and Hurdles: The Tribes Transportation Program is the only provider • A Bonanza stop was added to the Thursday route in June. to offer “The Quail Trail” Public Transit Service in the rural • A bike rack was added to one of the smaller busses areas of Chiloquin, Beatty, Sprague River and Bonanza with for the Thursday route. transfers to Klamath Falls Basin Transit Service (BTS). • A smaller bus was added to the route to use when CDL The Quail Trail Public Transit operates the route Mon- drivers are not available. day thru Friday with five (5) runs per day between Chiloquin • Ridership has remained steady for both employee and and Klamath Falls. The Quail Trail also has a Thursday public riders. route that goes from Chiloquin to Sprague River to Beatty • Transfer tickets are still provided free of charge so rid- to Bonanza to Klamath Falls and back. The public transit ers can easily transfer from the Quail Trail to the BTS services is free of charge and is open to the public. Trans- in Klamath Falls. fers tickets are provided. Route schedules and riders rules • Several busses were out of commission with mechan- are located in Tribal offices, on busses and at the Commu- ical problems. nity Services Department. • Lack of drivers became an issue towards the end of The Transit Program has four buses for the Transit pro- the year. gram; two 22-passenger busses, which requires a CDL licensed driver and two 14 passenger busses. All buses have a wheel chair lift, can accommodate two chairs, and three can accommodate two bikes. Senior Nutrition, Support & In addition, Transit Program provides transports for TransLink Medicaid and OHP+ medical clients; to elder’s Socialization meal sites; and to elder’s activities and events. The goal of the Elders Nutrition program is to give elders and spouses/caregivers the opportunity to co-mingle in a social setting where a healthy nutritious lunch is served; and crafts, activities, educational, and cultural events are available. Eligibility requirements are for any Native American from a federally recognized tribe who is 60 and above, including their spouses/caregivers and reside in Klamath County. The Elder’s Nutrition program is designed to get elders out of their home to eat socialize and congregate with others. There is limited lunch deliv- 12 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report ery available for elders and spouses/caregivers who are unable to attend a meal site due to a physical or mental disability. Elders can apply to have a home assessment to see if they qualify to receive a delivered meal. In 2016 Community Services hosted or held: • June - the Elder’s Honor Luncheon; over 100 elders attended. • August - provided transportation for elders during the Restoration Celebration. • September - 30 elders went to Crater Lake for the day and had lunch. Elders Crater Lake Trip • October - 25 elders and spouses/caregivers participated in the Halloween party. • November - 100 Elders and spouses/caregivers attended CommoditiesThe Commodities Program provides food to qualifying the Thanksgiving Dinner. Community Services hosted this Native American households in Klamath County and some dinner for the first time in several years; turnout was ter- of the surrounding areas. For the shut-ins and elders who rific and it was a huge success for the department. cannot access the Commodities location in Klamath Falls, • Thanksgiving certificates were mailed to all Tribal elders home delivery services are offered. 60 and above. In 2016 • December - the Elder’s Christmas Dinner was hosted at • The Commodity Program tailgated deliveries to Modoc the new goos oLgi gawa center where 109 elders and and Siskiyou counties once a month. spouses/caregivers and other guests attended; it was a resounding success. • 561 total meals were provided at both meal sites to elders and spouses/caregivers. In Beatty, 400 meals served and in Chiloquin 161 meals served. The program encourages the elders and spouses/ caregivers to bring good ideas to the table of what they are interested in doing; such as walks/exercise in the chair; blood pressure/oxygen checks; cultural trips and activities; educational information/presentations or activities, etc. Due to the extreme winter season in 2016, many elders did not want to venture out on meal site days, therefore home delivery was unusually high. In Beatty, 417 meals were delivered and in Chiloquin, 1,211 meals were delivered for a total of 1,628. The Caregiver Support Program The goal of the Caregiver Support program, which operates in conjunction with the Elder’s Nutrition program, is to provide educational information to help clients make informed decisions regarding caregiving, health, and nutrition. As with a the Nutrition program, the Caregiver program encourages the primary caregivers and elderly grandparent raising their grandchildren the opportunity to get out and socialize, meet other caregivers, join in on activities, trainings events, or just take time away from their primary caregiver responsibilities. The Caregiver Support program provided 94 days of respite care for two providers and two elders totaling $6,000. The goal for 2017 is to increase to 4 paid providers and get more information out to Tribal membership. 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 13 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

• A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables have been Each year client educational LIHEAP supplies are pur- added to the program. chased and handed out during the year in the form of blan- • The USDA Commodity program emphasizes the dissem- kets, space heaters, energy saving light bulbs, window film, ination of nutrition education and various type of nu- booklets and water saving devices. trition education items were provided to participating households throughout the year • The program served 1,928 households, and 3,012 individ- Other Support Services ual participants. ELDERS WOOD PROGRAM • 2,128 certifications were conducted. In 2016, the Community Services Department provided • Approximately every 90 to 180 days a household is re- 83 elders with 2 cords of wood cut, split and delivered. certified for the program. Each year Community Services has to ascertain non-com- 425 home deliveries were provided to shut in’s and elderly. • petitive funds to secure this service being offered to tribal elders. Due to the extreme winter weather and high snow pack, Low Income Home Energy Assistance many elders were not able to receive wood until 2017. The The program provides energy assistance payments and program has been redesigned to operate more efficiently housing weatherization to all qualifying Native Americans and better accommodate the Elders for 2017. A new of a federally recognized tribe residing in Klamath County. brochure was developed for the Elders wood program and The program year operates from October 1 – September 30 forms have been updated. each year and funds are generally spent out by March or GOODWILL VOUCHER PROGRAM April each year. Although it was an extreme winter in Kla- The Goodwill Industries funds Community Services each math County during 2016, no additional funds were pro- year to provide vouchers to Native Americans enrolled in a vided to assist with high energy bills. federally recognized tribe who meet 60% of the State’s me- In 2016 the LIHEAP offered services to 495 households ben- dian income guidelines. Each voucher has a set amount for efitting 1,297 persons living in those households. Of the 495 individuals and families and must be spent within a set time households receiving energy assistance payments, 433 limit. were for standard payments worth $182,215 and 91 were Goodwill allocated $2,700. The vouchers benefited 57 for crisis payments worth $12,516. families and 49 individuals. In 2016, 4 client homes were weatherized providing new windows, calking and insulation. Up to $3,500 was spent on each home.

14 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report The Culture and Heritage Department's mission is to enhance, preserve, and protect the culture of the three Tribes that comprise the Klamath Tribes. The department ad- dresses many different projects- from requests for lan- CULTURE & HERITAGE guage information to Federal projects requiring protection of our cultural resources. Cultural Resource Manage- the Klamath Tribes. The Director participated in nu- ment is the continued mainte- merous flint knapping demonstrations, which in- nance and expansion of the cluded demonstrations with the Lava Beds Klamath Tribes Museum, which in- National Monument and Link River Celebration. cludes the identification, protec- Multiple presentations were also done at several tion, preservation, and repatriation schools in the community and miscellaneous con- of cultural resources; any and all ferences throughout the state. These were well items of historical significance to received and generated more interest in the Kla- the Tribes. math tribal culture. The Culture and Heritage Direc- tor manages a small curation facility for the proper storage of the artifacts, such as basketry, stoneware and a textile collec- 27th Annual tion of the Klamath Tribes. c’waam Ceremony In 2016 the Culture and Heritage Depart- In March of each year, the c’oms?am ment furnished salmon to several functions skodas or “fish blanket snow” begins to throughout the year, including the Memorial fall in large fluffy snowflakes heralding Day Powwow, Annual Klamath Tribes the return of the c’waam, otherwise Restoration Celebration, Elders Honoring day, known as Lost River Sucker, swimming Oregon State University Powwow, and numerous tribal fu- upstream the Sprague River to spawn. nerals. This marks the time for c’waam ceremony. Over 98 people attended the 27th Annual c’waam” ceremony. After the NAGPRA ceremony we had a feast at the Chiloquin Community Cen- ...The Tribes’ Native American Graves Protection and Repa- ter, followed by a powwow at the Chiloquin Elementary triation Act (NAGPRA); the identification and repatriation of School. The powwow hosted five local drums, numerous human remains and cultural items, including funerary ob- dancers and an honorary presentation of 6 Pendleton blan- jects, sacred objects and objects of cultural patrimony. kets to 6 Klamath Tribal elders. The Director works with Museums across the United States, to have all NAGPRA objects of Klamath, Modoc, and Yahooskin Band of Snake Indian origin returned to the Kla- math Tribes

..Cultural is the identification, Site Identification inventorying and protection of cultural sites within the former reservation and ceded lands of the Klamath Tribes. The Department administers the monitoring of all ground-disturbing activities, manages the documentation of sites, and identifies traditional cultural properties within the aboriginal territory. The Department now enjoys a close relationship with a variety of land agencies, and is continuously consulted on relevant issues. Culture Camp The Department sponsored the annual two week Cul- ..Cultural is, amongst Preservation other things, the transmission of cultural ture Camp. There were 316 children attended camp in 2016, knowledge and experience by tribal elders in traditional where they had the opportunity to learn Klamath language practices. skills, traditional crafts such as arrowhead making, basket Throughout 2016, the Director gave numerous cultural making, berry picking, fishing, drum and rattle making and presentations to show the significance of the landscape to storytelling. 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 15 CULTURE & HERITAGE

Elders and other volunteers participate in this annual event of teaching and transmitting traditional practices and cultural knowledge to our tribal children, by immersing the children into cultural activities over 4 days each week of Culture Camp. Cultural and Language Education .. is the preservation and transmission of cultural knowledge and expertise to tribal members; language education, traditional tribal crafts, oral and archived histories, legends and songs. Tribal spiritual issues are brought here, and the program communicates culturally and traditionally with the larger world. The Department has an active Language Class for the following schools, Chiloquin Elementary School and Sage Charter School.

16 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

Department Vision: To reveal educational and employment pathways that overcome challenges guiding eligible individuals to a successful standard of life. Johnson O’Malley (JOM) Program Department Mission: Empower individuals to take respon- Activities / Projects for 2016: sibility in their growth with respect and dignity through a • Homework Makeup Sessions: Tutors in public schools system of supportive services both KCSD & KFCSD • Family Youth and Guidance collaboration Department Goals: Provide assistance to eligible Tribal Youth Leadership Conference members in the development of academic skills; enhancing • Culture Camp participated with Culture & Heritage professional awareness and ethical responsibility. • Back-2-School Fair, Restoration Parade & Pow Wow To develop, manage and operate a tribal employment • JOM Program attended Chiloquin School Open House program; providing direct job services which enable Tribal • Honor Pow Wow / Cultural Event: Partnered with KCC members/Native Americans to secure and maintain mean- Native Club ingful employment. • Cultural trunks – Chiloquin Elementary School To provide supplemental education and cultural oppor- • Youth Suicide Prevention tunities for JOM eligible students. To make library services • Youth basketball Camp available and accessible to Tribal community members in • Graduating Senior Honor Dinner our service delivery area. • Chiloquin First Coalition - Sticker Shock Campaign & Summer Lunch Program OHSU • Tribal Attendance Pilot Project - KCSD RED VR Report The maqlaqs Center is a service through JOM and is an The Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation services are pro- afterschool program located in Chiloquin OR. Cultural Proj- vided to Klamath Tribal members who have permanent or ects completed at maqlaqs, include: Regalia classes, Kla- long term disabilities with the desire to return to the work math Language, making tule ducks, flint knapping, willow force or maintain their employment. The development of the baskets, gathering willow, rose hips and storytelling. RED VRP was established within our tribal community and The overall grade point average (GPA) for all JOM Stu- success is evidenced through referrals from throughout the dents this past academic year was a 2.70 community, local agencies, resources and partners. The RED program staff have successfully created community partnerships within the Tribal programs and with community organizations located in Klamath County. The new Youth Transition Program has been implemented to identify and assist youth within the school system ages 16 and over in the transition into higher education or vocational programs. The Tribal RED VR program has been able to assist Kla- math Tribal members in identifying their disabilities, barriers to employment and in the development of solutions in obtaining a successful outcome in both employment and per- sonal opportunities. Participant success within the program correlates to vested interest and individual motivation to- ward employment. The Vocational Rehabilitation services range from assessments, referrals, diagnosis and in the treatment of disabilities. Pre-employment and job related services include procurement of occupational tools and licenses, rehabilitation technology, technical assistance including referrals to assist in the development of a business plan, transportation support, worksite modifications including adaptive aids, educational and vocational training, and services that are culturally relevant to tribal members.

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 17 EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

Higher Education (HiEd) Program Adult Vocational Training Program (AVT) This is a BIA funded program that has served 110 students AVT program is reserved for Klamath Tribes members that attending a college or university to obtain a degree. This are in need of training due to lack of job skills and unem- program provides services to students who live throughout ployment or under-employment. The training will provide a the United States. certificate or license. Number of Students Served by Term: Number of student in AVT Program: 17 Winter 40, Spring 35, Fall 35 8 Long Term Programs: CADC II, Truck driving school, Scholarships are awarded at $3,600 per year and pro- Hair Design and Cosmetology rated for students going part-time. The scholarship 9 Short Term programs: Addictions counselor courses, amount an individual student receives does not exceed Contracting license, Flagging school, Phlebotomy, the Cost of Attendance. Dental Assistant Degree Completions for 2016: 12 4 - Associates 8 - Bachelor Three (3) Klamath Tribal students are receiving funding Adult Basic Education Program (ABE) for their Master’s degree study program. 2016- 25 ABE services and 24 GED General Education; Self Enrichment support services The certifications that contribute to client support and career enrichment include CPR first responder training and Food Han- dler’s courses These classes are not college Direct Employment Assistance based courses (DEA) Program The Direct Employment Assistance program provides support for tribal members that have obtained employment. Small Business Development Program The limited support helps to offset the costs associated The Small Business Development Program assists busi- with new employment. ness owners and tribal members that have a desire to own Number of Individuals served DEA and operate a business. Courses taught through the Tribes’ Service Files: 30 Small Business Development Program include courses in NAFA Focus Training contacts: 114 Entrepreneurship, business accounting, individual credit Number of Known Hires In 2016: 113 and website development. The Program materials include Referrals from Labor Pool: 168 an information packet for prospective entrepreneurs with Work Source Oregon Contact: 158 materials that help to elicit ideas and provide an overview Temporary Labor Pool New Registrants in 2016: 48 of the program with essential business concepts. The The Temporary Labor Pool list is created in the E/E De- packet also includes skill assessment tools, a goal planning partment and is shared with the Human Resource offices timeline, and a questionnaire to help establish business fea- throughout the year, per policy of the Tribes. The list also sibility. contains participants of the NAFA and RED VR Programs. The program is located within the Klamath Tribes Edu- 18 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report cation & Employment Department. In addition to the Small velop operational capacity. The resources will also assist Business classes offered, the program has provided and de- in implementing an early literacy program. This program is veloped curriculum that accommodates one-on-one assis- an essential element fostering early literacy and education. tance. This allows Entrepreneurs access to individualized The future objective is to expand the capacity of the counseling, private credit and financial assistance, as well Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) to serve 40 as curtailed networking resources that will apply to their children in classrooms for infants, toddlers, and pre-school specific need. The program also advocates the establish- aged young children. An after school program is in the ment of Individual Development Accounts (IDA’s), for Tribal process of being developed for school aged children up to members and assists in filing the applications. The program 12 years old. The expansion to two more classrooms is part continues the support of inspiring entrepreneurs and will of the ECDC operations plan for the next year. In meeting offer small business development classes through 2017. this objective the ECDC gains knowledgeable staff, re- The Early Childhood Development Center ECDC ceives and maintains tribal certification, and fully imple- The Klamath Tribes Early Childhood Development Cen- ments the early literacy component of the program, ter is in its first year of operation; opening its’ doors October thereby, placing the ECDC on firm footing for a successful 2016. The Klamath Tribes offers many services to the Tribal future. community, however, an operational child care center was not previously available. The Tribal Council had acknowl- edged the Early Childhood Development Center as a priority need since 2008; and now the services are here! Currently, childcare services are being provided to 20 tribal children at the new facility in Chiloquin. Funding from an Indian Community Development Block Grant was secured to construct the ECDC facility. After ini- tial program set-up, recruitment and hiring of staff took place and then the recruitment of children and families for child care service placement. The ramp-up to services took time due to the need to hire qualified aides and teachers and the placement of administrative staff. Concurrently, the ECDC is in the process of acquiring tribal certification as a childcare and early education center. Since standards for tribal certification either meet or exceed state and federal standards, this certification will result in higher quality services for tribal children and families. Tribal certification allows the Tribes’ to actively pur- sue partnerships with regional organizations; thereby assisting in the sustainability of services and on-going training efforts for teachers and staff necessary to further de-

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 19 HOUSING DEPARTMENT

Mission: To achieve program and individual self-sufficiency • Maintenance uses a work order system for tenants re- through providing decent, safe and sanitary housing for el- questing or needing work on their unit. igible low income Native American families residing in Kla- • Approximately $30,000 had been spent for mainte- math County, with preference given to Klamath Tribal nance and repairs to the low rent units. members, elders and families with children. The Depart- • Maintenance completed a total of 278 work orders. ment strives to eradicate substandard housing, eliminate homelessness and increase affordable rental housing and homeownership opportunities for low and very low income Native Americans. Rental Assistance The Housing Department has eight employees: Housing This program houses Tribal members who prefer housing Department Director, Office Manager, Low Rent Program outside of the low rent program. For 2016: Coordinator, Rental Assistance Coordinator, Program Sec- • Housing subsidized 80 Tribal members rent. This rent is retary, 2 Maintenance Technicians and a Maintenance paid to private landlords in Klamath County. In 2016 Worker/Groundskeeper. the rent payment is based on 20% of the Tribal mem- The Klamath Tribes Housing Program operates 8 pro- ber’s gross income. grams utilizing Housing and Urban Development (HUD) • Total number of families served was 73 families. funding. Those programs include: Rental Assistance Pro- • The total budgeted amount for this program is gram, Low Rent Program, Maintenance, Preservation Pro- $675,890.00 with $500,000 budgeted to pay the pri- gram, Emergency Shelter Program, Down Payment vate landlord Assistance, Homeownership and the Emergency Housing Assistance Program. Emergency Shelter Homes The Housing Department also operates the United • The Housing Department operates 1 emergency shelter States Department of Agriculture (USDA) congregate facil- homes located in Klamath Falls, Oregon. ity. • The shelter homes provide a temporary housing assis- When funds are used from HUD or USDA, the Tribes are tance for Tribal members who are faced with eviction or obligated to follow each agency’s regulations and guide- who have become homeless or losing their homes. Tribal lines. members can stay rent free for up to 60 days. Housing pays all utilities including electricity. Low Rent Program • The homes are partially furnished. • 85 housing units owned and oper- ated by the Klamath Tribes • Housing pays for water, sewer and garbage for the tenants of the Low Rent Program. The Housing Department budgets approximately $100,000 a year for these services for the tenants of the Low Rent Program. • Tenants are charged for work on their unit that is not considered normal wear and tear. • Currently the Housing Depart- ment has 3 empty units with eligibility pending for move-in. Maintenance The Maintenance Department as- sumes the responsibility for maintaining the low rent units. Traditional Klamath summer house. 20 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report • This program is first come first served based upon a complete eligible application and the availability of a unit. • The Housing Department has been searching for a duplex to purchase for the Emergency Shelter Program. Emergency Housing Assistance Program • Provides grant assistance for Tribal members facing eviction for non-payment of rent, foreclo- sure due to delinquent mortgage payments and security deposits. • Will provide assistance for Tribal members currently who are not participants of the Klamath Tribes Housing Programs. •Will not fund any former housing clients who have an outstanding debt owed to the Klamath Tribes Housing Department. • Tribal members will only be assisted every 24 months. • Will provide assistance for Tribal members in the State of Oregon who qualify. First Time Homebuyers Down- Payment Assistance • Provide a loan on favorable terms to eligible homebuyers in the amount of $30,000 • Loan will be forgiven after 5 years • In 2016 the Housing Depart- ment funded 15 families for Homeownership • This program serves Tribal members in the State of Ore- gon Pe peep’ aak Congregate Facility • 14 unit elderly, handicapped or disabled living facility. • Currently all units are occu- pied. • 2016 rent was based on 30% of tenant’s gross income.

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 21 MEMBER BENEFITS/ ENROLLMENT DEPARTMENT “ENROLLMENT IS THE BASIC BUILDING BLOCK OF OUR TRIBES AND IS THE LINK BETWEEN OUR PAST TO OUR FUTURE.”

Mission Statement: Distribute the excess gaming revenue to the Klamath Tribes Constitution and Enrollment Ordi- from Kla-Mo-Ya Casino to the Klamath Tribes eligible mem- nance. bership in a fair, equitable, expedient and professional Program Goals and Objectives: Maintain Tribal Enroll- manner. ment records for all individuals who apply for membership with the Klamath Tribes of Oregon. The enrollment program Vision Statement: Provide 100% of our membership with issues official tribal identification cards for adults and mi- current available benefits and to seek out new innovative, nors, identification used for Klamath Tribal members to creative options for new benefits. apply for program services, issuance of game and wood tags. Celebrating our 10 year anniversary as the program was Major Accomplishments: Enrollment and Member Ben- established in 2007. Purpose to implement and distribute efits staff performed record updates in the Progeny Enroll- the excess gaming revenue from Kla-Mo-Ya Casino to the ment database, which included address search and update Klamath Tribes eligible membership per the Klamath Tribes of records. Revenue Allocation Plan (KTRAP). The program is responsible for the planning, implementation and monitoring of the per capita distribution, minor and legally incompetents trust 2016 TRIBAL ENROLLMENT DATA accounts and tribal enrollment. Category Qtr 1 Qtr 2 Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Program Goals and Objectives: To provide a fair and Total Membership 5,074 5,077 5,108 5,145 equitable process for the Klamath Tribes to distribute ex- New Enrollees 30 26 50 43 cess net revenues, establish and administer per capita check distribution in compliance with the KTRAP consistent Applicant Not Eligible 2750 with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988 (IGRA), Kla- Relinquished 5920 math Tribal law and mission of The Klamath Tribes. To co- Deceased 9 13 17 16 ordinate and oversee Member Benefits and Minor’s Trust Tribal ID’s Issued 99 122 100 81 Accounts. Enrollment Committee Meetings Held 1121 REVENUE ALLOCATION ANNUAL DISTRIBUTION DATA 2016 In Service Area Membership 1,963 1,976 1,999 40% of Revenue distributed...... $511,189.20 Membership Eligible for distribution...... 4,545 Payment ...... $112.47 Distribute the excess gaming revenue from Kla-Mo-Ya Casino to the Klamath Tribes eligible membership in a fair, Adults 18 and over ...... 3,651 equitable, expedient and professional manner. Minors ...... 850 Provide 100% of our membership with current available Deceased Benefits Claimed ...... 44 benefits and to seek out new innovative, creative options Minor Trust Liquidations ...... 52 for new benefits. To ensure our Tribe continues as a sovereign nation by serving the rights of membership, preserving our identity, cul- Enrollment: Mission Statement: To ensure our Tribe con- ture, religion, language, social well-being, healthy tinues as a sovereign nation by serving the rights of mem- life-styles and harmony within our people and our neigh- bership, preserving our identity, culture, religion, language, bors. social well-being, healthy life-styles and harmony within our The Klamath Tribes Enrollment Department established to people and our neighbors. provide for the development and maintenance of the Kla- Vision Statement: The Klamath Tribes Enrollment Depart- math Tribal membership roll according to the Klamath ment established to provide for the development and main- Tribes Constitution and Enrollment Ordinance. tenance of the Klamath Tribal membership roll according

22 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT “PROTECT WHAT IS LEFT, RESTORE WHAT IS LOST.”

Mission Statement: The Klamath Tribes Natural Resource Department manages natural resources to provide into the future for the spiritual and physical needs for the Klamath Aquatics Program People. Our underlying philosophy of managing natural re- The Aquatics Program has been a leader in aquatic sources is founded upon the belief that effective manage- ecosystem monitoring and restoration in the Upper Klamath ment can only be achieved by accurately understanding Basin for nearly thirty years. The Aquatics Program is con- how our ecosystems operate. The Klamath Tribes Natural tinuing its leadership role in the aquatic restoration com- Resources Department implements a technical, administra- munity by updating our projects based on the latest tive, and policy framework oriented towards long term knowledge and research. This adaptive management re- stewardship of the terrestrial and aquatic resource upon quires a yearly assessment of each project to assure that which tribal members depend on for their livelihoods, and what is learned is incorporated into the following year’s overall well-being. project. The Aquatics Programs projects are identified below: • Water Quality Monitoring The program has monitored nutrients, water quality, Administration zooplankton, and phytoplankton communities in Upper Kla- The department performs a variety of complex admin- math Lake (1990 onward), monitored nutrient loading, istrative functions including planning, management and en- water quality, water quantity, and sediment in tributaries to hancement of department programs; seeking funding for UKL, including the Wood and Williamson Rivers, and Sev- programs; supervision of all programs; records manage- enmile and Annie Creeks (2005 onward), and monitored ment; accounting; scheduling; travel; preparation of legal water quantity, water quality, nutrients, and sediment at a documents; preparing budgets; supporting functions; re- network of sites throughout the Sprague River Valley (2001 ception duties; clerical duties; department mail; providing onward). Results help us track and understand nutrient tags and permits (2273 big game tags in 2016, and 302 loading into UKL, the dynamics of tributary flow and nutri- wood permits for 2,233 cords of wood); record data with all ent content, and how restoration actions can be used to im- distributed tags; execute Personnel Policies and Proce- prove conditions. dures; preparing reports; working with federal and state In 2016, the water quality crew completed 529 site visits agencies; working with Klamath River Inter-Tribal Fish and resulting in sample collection on Upper Klamath and Water Commission; grants; contracts; Memoranda of Agency Lakes and the Wood, Williamson, and Sprague Agreement and Memoranda of Understanding. Rivers. Additionally, the crew collaborated with Oregon De- partment of Environmental Quality to collect cyanobacteria toxin samples from May to October 2016. • Laboratory The Sprague Water Quality Laboratory (SRWQL) has been in operation for 13 years. In 2016, the SRWQL team processed, analyzed and reported approximately 12,700 individual analyses utilizing 12 methods for 8 clients (20 projects). Of the 8 clients, two (2) were tribal entities; Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and the Klamath Tribes. The SRWQL team continues to embrace continuous improvement, 5S, safety and exploring for additional clients, projects and instrumentation for the facility. This year the SRWQL has incorporated a VersaMax Tunable Microplate Reader for analyzing cyanotoxins (i.e., Microcystin-LR) and analyzed 140 samples. The efficacy and advocacy of the SRWQL team is on-going in day-to-day operation.

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 23 NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT “PROTECT WHAT IS LEFT, RESTORE WHAT IS LOST.”

• Fisheries added to the monitoring regime in order to expand loca- 2016 marked the second year of implementation for The tions beyond designated Specified Instream Flows (SIF) Klamath Tribes’ sucker reintroduction program. In-situ egg sites and better track trends in flows and status of Tribal incubation stations were established at two separate loca- Water Rights (TWR) at locations without continuously trans- tions within the upper basin, Crooked Creek and Harriman mitting gages. Monitoring sites were measured at least Springs. A total of 143 Lost River and 10 Shortnose Suckers once a month, and weekly water reports were provided to were captured with the intent of collecting gametes from the Tribal Council, which included: current gage status, cur- each individual and fertilizing unique crossings of male/fe- rent water levels, field measurement data, water master male combinations. From these fish, 1,396,450 Lost River basin status reports (OWRD regulation status), and hydro- and 115,500 Shortnose Sucker were fertilized. From these graphs. The Hydrologist regularly communicated with the eggs, approximately 604,780 to 907,170 larvae were re- Water Master (Tyler Martin) regarding regulation of in- leased into Harriman Springs and Crooked Creek. As part stream flows in order to achieve SIF or TWR levels. of the Tribes’ efforts to reintroduce Salmon and Steelhead, • Water Management Program aquatics staff conducted habitat and geomorphic assess- With the departure of the Water Management Liaison in ments of the Wood River sub-basin tributaries which would mid-2016, other members of the Aquatic Resources stepped provide suitable salmonid habitat for early life histories. The in to provide support to the Tribal Council in their efforts to Klamath Tribes also conducted fish kill monitoring activities, monitor and protect Tribal water rights. Support included assisted with sucker salvage operations, and otherwise col- preparations for revision of the Biological Opinion on Kla- laborated with various state and federal agencies on re- math Project Operations, technical presentations on stream search efforts. flow models, and balancing of Upper Klamath and Lower • Wocus Restoration Klamath water needs. Wocus is a native wetland plant that provides important habitat for fish and invertebrate species in Upper Kla- math and Agency Lakes and may recycle phosphorus such that less would be available for phytoplankton and GIS Program cyanobacteria. Additionally, Wocus was historically a sig- The GIS program assists Natural Resources and other nificant food source for The Klamath Tribes and is therefore departments on a project by project basis. Many projects both ecologically and culturally important to the Upper Kla- require custom made layers/datasets for completion and math Basin. Currently, Wocus distribution is greatly re- kept with project folders. Several new project areas have duced relative to historic conditions and the Aquatics been started in lieu of the Stewardship Agreement with the Program is working with collaborators in the basin to imple- Forest Service resulting in new project analysis and map- ment a Wocus restoration plan. ping projects for these areas. The GIS program works with In 2016, Tribal staff worked with members of the US Fish the US Forest Service, State and other GIS professionals to and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and The Nature Conservancy keep abreast of dataset availability and development. (TNC) to transplant Wocus in the Williamson River Delta. We also released a Wocus restoration plan in the late fall as part of our Environmental Protection Agency grant. In 2017, we will be transplanting Wildlife Research & Management Program in new areas outside of The Natural Resources Department collects biological the Williamson River data on several wildlife species and habitat in an effort to Delta. provide additional information that will aid in the development of management plans. Restoration of natural re- • Hydrology sources is a primary goal of the Natural Resources The Hydrologist and Department by actively working with the U.S. Forest Service Hydrology Technician to restore habitats to historical conditions through their for- III continued to meas- est management practices. Mule Deer Study results and ure and monitor in- data were compiled/analyzed and results were published. stream flows within We also finished our annual mule deer track counts along Upper Klamath 81 transects, which we use to estimate deer densities within Basin. A total of 14 the historic reservation. new sites were 24 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report Game Enforcement Program The Enforcement program patrols the former reservation to detect game, fish, woodcutting and camping violations. Working with state and federal agencies; report violations. The Enforcement Officer patrolled a total of 1,269 hours, 6 field contacts were made with tribal members no contacts were made with non-tribal persons, and no contacts were made with outside agencies, and no game violations reported, and no citation issued. The Enforcement department continues to educate the General Public on Hunting and Fishing Treaty Rights. Forestry Program The Forestry program continues collaboration with the Fremont- Winema National Forest as an In- terdisciplinary Team member for landscape restoration planning of the Lobert Restoration Project (97,500 ac) and East Hills Project (169,000 ac). Four Supplemental Project Agreements (SPA) have been exe- cuted under the Master Stewardship Agreement between the Tribe, USFS, and other strategic partners: Black Hills SPA (9,181 ac), Big Coyote SPA (3,462 ac), Red Knight SPA (23,841 ac), and Kirk SPA (4,343 ac). These areas have been delineated into multiple phases which are in various stages of implementation. Implementation includes a combination of, or all of the following: inventory data collection, silvicultural prescription development, timber sale layout, timber cruising, timber marking, harvest administration, small tree thinning, and post-harvest treatments. The primary goal of these projects is restoration of diverse, structurally complex forest ecosystems; and enhancement and protection of the forest, wildlife, water, and soil resources that support the people that rely on it.

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 25 PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Planning Department Introduction The Klamath Tribes Planning Department serves the Klamath Tribes’ overall planning needs for Tribal and community development.

Goals • Develop and implement appropriate plans, processes, regulations, and projects that reflect the unique priorities of The Klamath Tribes, ensuring a high quality of life for future generations. • Promote orderly and logical development of The Kla- math Tribes in all aspects of community and program development to ensure benefit to present and future generations. • Improve multi-modal Tribal transportation for safety, access and convenience in a manner that reflects Kla- math Tribal values. Klamath Tribes Hazard Mitigation Plan Update - Wildland Fire History in the Klamath Tribes’ Planning Area Funding Sources The Planning Department is funded through the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Single Agreement – Aid to Tribal Government – General Planning, and Economic Development; Transportation activities are Chiloquin Pedestrian and Bicycle funded under the Tribal - Bureau of Indian Affairs G2G Transportation System Planning Transportation Program Agreement. The Klamath Tribes were awarded a grant in 2016 from the Oregon Department of Transportation, Transportation Roles of the Department Growth Management Program, to conduct a Pedestrian and Primary roles of the Planning Department include: Bicycle Transportation System Plan for the Chiloquin com- General Planning munity. The purpose of the planning process is to perform • Strategic/Comprehensive Planning a comprehensive analysis of the existing Chiloquin commu- • Land Use nity pedestrian and bicycle transportation system, including • Fee-to-Trust analysis of safety, ease of access for varying ages and lev- • Land Acquisition els of mobility, and convenience for community members to Tribal Transportation utilize these modes of transportation for travel within local residential areas, to and from schools, government serv- Strategic/Comprehensive Planning ices, public transit stations, healthcare facilities and other In 2016, the Department engaged in a wide variety of locations. Work under this grant will continue into 2017. strategic and comprehensive planning activities for The Klamath Tribes, including the following: Energy Planning Hazard Mitigation Planning The Planning Department managed the 2016 U.S. De- Small Wood Utilization Feasibility Assessment partment of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Man- The Planning Department managed the Klamath Tribes’ agement Agency grant awarded to the Klamath Tribes, to grant award from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of update the Klamath Tribes’ 2007 Hazard Mitigation Plan. Energy and Mineral Development, for conducting a feasi- As part of the update process, new hazard analysis and ca- bility study for a small wood utilization/biomass facility on pabilities assessments were performed, as well as new haz- Klamath Reservation lands. The study focused on the fea- ard mitigation goals and strategies developed for the sibility of the construction and operation of such facility at Klamath Tribes Planning Area. The final Plan update will be the Giiwas mill site (formerly Crater Lake Mill). The final submitted to FEMA for review and approval in 2017. feasibility study report will be completed in 2017. The study 26 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report included timber and fiber supply assessment, wood prod- coordination with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Northwest ucts, and biomass energy market assessment. Regional office (Portland). One fee-to-trust application, for Solar Feasibility Assessment the Rapids property, was submitted in 2016 and is pending Utility and Community Scale: The Planning Department approval. managed a grant awarded to the Klamath Tribes from the As of the end of calendar year 2016, Tribal land ownership Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of Energy and Mineral De- is as follows: velopment, to conduct feasibility studies for construction of • Klamath Reservation Trust Land: 955.48 acres two potential solar generation facilities on Klamath Reser- • Tribal Fee Land: 89.02 acres vation lands. The first preliminary site studied was in Beatty, • Total Tribal Acreage = 1,044.50 and the second in Chiloquin, next to the Tribal Wellness Center. After preliminary pre-feasibility study, the study fo- Land Acquisition cused primarily on the site located next to the Wellness The Planning Department facilitates Tribal land/realty Center and across the street from Tribal Administration (see acquisition. The Department performed research and pre- photo below). The final solar feasibility report will be com- pared information packets for several possible acquisitions pleted in 2017. in 2016. However, no new Tribal properties were acquired in this calendar year.

Tribal Transportation Program (Roads) The Klamath Tribes have a G2G Agreement with the Bu- reau of Indian Affairs to execute the Klamath Tribal Trans- portation Program (currently named the “Roads Program”). The Roads Program performs a wide range of Tribal transportation functions in accordance with the current G2G Agreement. Such functions include transportation planning, construction, design and engineering, maintenance, updating the Klamath Tribal Transportation Improvement Plan, traffic studies, road right-of-way acquisition, and upkeep of Klamath Tribes transportation routes in the National Tribal Transportation Facility Inventory. Approximate boundaries of solar A major area of focus for 2016 was preparing for con- study area marked in red. struction of the new Klamath Tribes Roads Office/Mainte- nance Building. The site has been prepared for goal Tribal Council Priority Setting construction to occur in 2017. The Planning Department facilitated the Tribal Council priority setting process in which Council identified critical focus areas. These priorities were compiled into a report for Council’s use. Future Roads Klamath Tribes Strategic Action Plan Office/Maintenance The Planning Department worked with Tribal Council to Building Site – Prior determine an approach to developing a Klamath Tribes to demolition and strategic Action Plan. The strategic planning process will site preparation be conducted in 2017.

Land Use/Real Property Management The Planning Department performs property management activities and engages in land use activities as di- Completed site preparation for the future Klamath rected. In 2016, the Department completed the updating Tribes Roads Office/Maintenance Building for all of the Klamath Tribes’ Real Property Inventory for lands either held in trust or in fee, and edited the Tribes’ structure list for accuracy. Land use activities in 2016 included assessing use of lands for renewable energy generation, County property tax issue coordination, Tribal cemetery research, and transportation planning.

Fee-to-Trust When the Tribes acquire new land or real property in fee, a determination is made whether to place the land into Reservation trust. The Planning Department facilitates the fee-to-trust process for all lands acquired by the Tribes, in

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 27 SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT Social Services Provide administrative oversight and support to department program; assess department program needs, and research viable grants which will enhance and expand services; assist department programs in the development and monitoring of budgets, contracts, policies and reports; prepare vouchers and purchase orders for program and department expenditures; participate in client case staffing to ensure adequate services are available to clien- tele; represent department programs at meetings with federal, state and county agencies to promote collaboration and coordination of services that are in the best interest of clients and families.

Children & Family Services Provide support to tribal families by identifying, evaluat- ing and assisting in the investiga- tion of cases of suspected child abuse and neglect; assess math Tribes Juvenile Ordinance – will serve to protect the the extent of abuse or neglect and manage cases for serv- existence and integrity of the Klamath Tribes. ices and treatment as coordinated by DHS staff; advocate in the best interest of tribal children and families; certify homes for foster care placement and advocate for placement in compliance with ICWA; ensure family preservation Temporary Assistance to Needy Families is maintained at all times possible; respond to immediate response cases with DHS staff; participate in investigations (TANF) involving abuse, neglect or abandonment and provide sup- The program assists tribal families in achieving self-suf- port for tribal families and assure compliance with ICWA as ficiency by removing barriers and acquiring gainful employ- coordinated by DHS staff; advocate in the best interest of ment. The program develops family case plans that will tribal children and families; certify homes for foster care address any barriers to self-sufficiency such as referrals for placement and ensure placement is in compliance with substance abuse issues; mental health concerns, educa- ICWA. Major success of 2016, Tribal Council approved Res- tional needs such as diploma or GED, job training needs and olution #2016-36; documentation the State of Oregon has help them work towards securing a valid driver’s license. been requesting for over ten years. The Resolution stipu- While families are addressing their barrier(s) the program lates the adoptive placement for Klamath Tribal children – provides a monthly supplemental family income grant. The under the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 and with the Kla- TANF program may also provide a wide gambit of support

28 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report in meeting the needs of the families while working towards any barriers they have to employability. The businesses will self-sufficiency such as housing needs, financial manage- provide off site pay for families while addressing barriers ment, child care, household essentials, transportation such as GED classes, office visits for SNAP, HUD, OHP, driver needs, children’s schooling needs, work clothes, etc. The licenses testing, the justification that at the end of the 9- program has remained successful even though challenged month training these will no longer be barriers to employ- financially by never having an increase in funding since ment. The NAFA+ 9-month training has a success rate of 1997 the time of inception. The program currently has a 85% to 90% that at the end of the training position the par- staff of three, two Case Managers and the TANF Program ticipant has secured employment, either in the community Manager. or at the job placement location. The TANF Program cur- The TANF program also has a very successful program rently is allowed to have 8 NAFA+ job placements which the called NAFA+ which is a job training program that places a program is vigilant in keeping filled. family member in a job placement with a business, agency or government program for a 9-month training program. While in the job training placement the program will help the participant address

The Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention Program, Healing Winds The program is designed to educate and help reduce domestic violence and the problems associated with abuse in the tribal community. The program serves the needs of victims suffering from the effects of violence in the family or intimate partner relationships, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking. Healing Winds strives to help hold perpetrators accountable for their actions and behavior. The abusive relationship between family members, caregivers, intimate partners include: any physical, ver- bal, sexual, emotional, economic or psychological action or threat of action in a relationship which purposefully intimi- dates, frightens, terrorizes, manipulates, hurts, humiliates, blames, injures or wounds another person. Healing Winds serves the Klamath Tribes’ tribal members and other Native Americans living in the Klamath Basin. In 2016, the DV program provided Victims Assistance to 372 women and 14 men.

2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 29 SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT General Assistance (GA) / Burial Assistance Program The program assists temporary and permanently disabled Native Americans who are unable to gain employability or access disability benefits; provide assistance to families of deceased Native Americans for final resting place; develop and manage case plans for clients that are temporarily or permanently disabled; provide clients with monthly financial awards to assist with living expenditures; provide support services to clients to ensure per- sonal wellbeing; refer clients with temporary disabilities to state disability benefits; assist families of deceased family vocational rehabilitation services to assist in achieving em- members with identifying cemeteries, individuals to officiate ployability; refer clients to services to assist in accessing services, drum groups and facilities available for services; provide financial assistance for wake and final internment.

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The Klamath Tribes Judiciary consists of a Supreme Guardianship cases. At this time we have 4 Attorneys who Court, Trial Court, and Juvenile Court. are licensed to practice law in Tribal Court. We are still working very closely with the Klamath The Klamath Tribal Courts mission: Through dedication County Juvenile Probation department, Klamath County and professionalism the Klamath Tribal courts will provide District Courts, and both Klamath County and Klamath Falls the highest level of service to members of the Klamath City schools and the Oregon Youth Authority to have our Tribes, any Indian, Klamath children and parties consenting tribal children transferred to Tribal Court. This has been a to the jurisdiction of the Courts. very good partnership so far, and in November of 2015 the Program Goals Chief Judge signed a new, updated Memorandum of Un- To serve the community with professionalism, honesty derstanding to continue the practice of Klamath County and trust being fair and impartial. Circuit Courts transferring our youth to Tribal Court, where The Klamath Tribes Judiciary has jurisdiction over The our youth are given much more culturally appropriate at- Klamath Tribes pursuant to Article V of the Tribal Constitu- tention and services to assist them with their challenges. tion and Title 2 Chapter 11.09 of the Klamath Tribal Code. Our goal always remains: To strengthen the sovereignty of In 2016, the Tribal Court oversaw some forty (40) new Ju- the Tribes. venile Delinquency and Expulsion Diversion cases in cooperation with the Klamath County Circuit Court and the Klamath County Juvenile Department, and with Klamath County/City School Districts, ten (10) Civil Eviction com- Major Successes plaints in cooperation with Klamath Tribal Housing Depart- As noted above, the Judiciary underwent a Tribal Court ment, dozens of new child support orders and one hundred Assessment. This took an entire week, in September 2015. ninety three (193) Per Capita Garnishment orders, and two The final report was completed in March 2016. This report guardianships. This year has been a very trying year for us, has allowed the Judiciary to identify areas where we can primarily because of being short-staffed and funding is al- improve the Judicial Branch of the Tribes. ways a concern. However, our new Chief Judge Jeremy The Chief Judge continues to work with the Brave-Heart was elected in May 2016 and was formally Portland/Regional BIA office to secure funding to sustain sworn into office in May 2016, and has been working with many stakeholders to secure the long-term stability of the Tribal Courts. Additionally, the Klamath Tribal Courts volunteered in September 2015 to undergo a Tribal Court As- sessment (at no cost) to identify our strengths and weaknesses. That final report was finalized in early 2016, and we have been implementing as many recommenda- tions as we can with limited resources. Many of our juveniles that we serve have successfully completed the tribal probation program, and we are very proud of those Native youth. Our Judiciary has one of the highest success rates with our juveniles! We have seen a very strong need for representation for our youth who come into our court, especially in Juvenile

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the Judiciary, and we continue to apply for grants to assist Chiloquin Sr./Jr. High School on May 2, 2017. This will give in funding the Courts. students a chance to see real cases begin presented in ac- One major success is that we can report is that we suc- tion. cessfully applied for and received a 2016 CTAS grant from Finally, in March 2016 the Chief Judge negotiated a new the U.S. Department of Justice, and this will allow our juve- juvenile MOU with the Klamath County Juvenile Department nile diversion program to continue. We would like to extend that cross-deputized our tribal probation officer. This was our deep appreciation to all those tribal employees that as- a major success, and demonstrates the Tribes’ Judiciary’s sisted in this long process! commitment to continuing to develop partnerships with In October 2016, the Judiciary hosted the annual Ore- local and state governments. gon State/Tribal Judges Convening in Chiloquin. This event In sum, your Klamath Tribes Judiciary is being proactive was very educational for 20 different state judges, and Mr. in maintaining and forging new partnerships that strengthen Perry Chocktoot and Chairman Gentry participated in edu- the sovereignty of the Klamath Tribes. We would like to cating the judges about the Tribes’ rich history. We will con- thank the Klamath Tribes community for your ongoing sup- tinue to build these relationships. The Judiciary is also port in your Court system. hosting oral arguments for the Oregon Court of Appeals at

32 | 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report Purpose: To strengthen the economic and social stability of families. CHILD SUPPORT

Mission: Enhance the financial well-being of children, ENFORCEMENT by assuring assistance in obtaining child support is available to children through locating parents, assisting with DNA testing, support obligations, monitoring and enforcing those obligations.

Program goals: Continue to increase established paternity percentages, enforce child support orders to additional cases, and distribute child support payments when received. Achieve a growth in the amount of past and/or current collections.

The Klamath Tribes Child Support Enforcement Office (KTCSE) works with the following tribal departments. The Klamath Tribal Courts, Tribal TANF, Members Benefits and Enrollment. KTCSE has established government to government relationships with the following agencies, The State Division of Child Support and the State Department of Human Services. Oregon State Division of Child Support has worked to transfer their cases involving Klamath tribal members to KTCSE to be registered in Klamath Tribal Court. The state then closes their side of the case so KTCSE has full authority. KTCSE had 337 open cases of Child Support for FY 2016. The cases are a combination of Tribal TANF, State of Oregon Child Support Enforcement and Tribal Members self- referrals. KTCSE has independent authority through [Tribal law Article VII, section 1; Tribal Council By-laws Article 1] and through agreements with the Federal Govern- ment. The Klamath Tribes tribal child support orders are recognized by the State of Oregon Department of Justice Child Support Division. Eligibility for services through KTCSE requires any party involved with the Child Support Case to be an enrolled member with The Klamath Tribes. This includes the custodial or non-custodial parent child or caretaker. KTCSE is available to conduct DNA testing and to review child support terms and conditions. Challenges to terms and conditions can be heard before Tribal Court. KTCSE staff strive to develop a positive relationship with the community. Staff assists clients with matters such as; DNA testing, and modification of child support orders. Restraining orders, custody and parenting time are referred to the Klamath County Circuit Court or other outside agencies. Klamath Tribal Court does not handle these issues. KTCSE staff continues to participate in tribal hosted community events. The KTCSE program collections and distribution for 2016 total: $ 98,729.00. KTCSE garnished 102 enrolled tribal member’s per capita distribution for child support arrears owed (the dollar amount for each case was $56.23). Staff changes include adding a new Case Manager to the vacant position. We have been fortu- nate to bring on Blanche Hes- cock. Blanche is an enrolled member of the White Earth Na- tion of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and is married to a Kla- math tribal member. She brings over forty years of community experience, as she grew up in Chil- oquin and attended school here. Blanche also has over twenty years of experience working in various tribal programs and entities. Blanche is an integral part of building a solid foundation for The Klamath Tribes Child Support En- forcement program. She brings many years of program experience and is working to master the child support details of the position. KTCSE has added an CSE Office As- 2016 Klamath Tribes Annual Report | 33 ment staff, that was raffled off and KTCSE t-shirts made using the Klamath Tribes words “naat ? a naal’am t’at’aksni s?os?att’iipga geeks”, “We do this for our children”, transla- CHILD SUPPORT tion provided by Mr. Joe Dupris (at Arizona State University). This seemed to be the most appropriate statement for the ENFORCEMENT work this program provides. Staff at the KTCSE program strive to provide support to families and children in our community. sistant. This position is temporary and has been filled with • Continued using Child Support Enforcement Transmittals tribal member, Cheyenna Kirk. Cheyenna brings her knowl- (CSET) when responding to State IV-D agencies. We also re- edge of tribal community and excellent customer service ceive CSETs from other State and Tribes requesting our as- skills. The office manager moved and that position has not sistance with enforcement. been filled. Duties have been reassigned to existing staff. • Staff conducted 31 DNA specimen collections, often accom- Three of the four positions in Child Support Enforcement are modating clients by meeting them in Klamath Falls, surround- filled with enrolled members (Klamath or other tribes) ing areas or scheduling through LabCorp in other States. and/or married into the Klamath Tribes. • Staff participated in community out-reach opportunities. Successes for FY 2016: Staff were able to meet many people as well as distribute • KTCSE participated with the Klamath Tribes Annual Back-to- child support pamphlets and answer questions from the pub- School event. Two staff members provided informational lic during tribal events throughout the year. The plan is to pamphlets and gave away messenger bags with school sup- have the KTCSE staff be involved in the community, the goal plies for students. of establishing connectivity with tribal members and KTCSE • Staff participated in the Restoration event. KTCSE had an in- donated a box of employees. formation table with pamphlets, three backpacks donated • A tribal member donated brand new, unopened toys and by the Oregon Department of Justice Child Support Enforce- books to KTCSE. These items were given to tribal children during the back-to-school and Christmas holiday events. • Staff volunteered and participated with the Klamath Tribes Giving Tree and Coat Drive for the holidays. Goals: KTCSE program does not have an efficient database for the program. Currently there are three different computer programs used to maintain child support information. The computer programs used are, Access, Excel and Quick- Books for tracking. It is KTCSE’s goal to purchase one system specifically designed for the tribal child support program. Research and meeting with computer program developers is a goal for this coming year. Training and staﬀ development: •Case Manager’s attended a Child Support Academy sponsored by the Department of Justice Child Support Enforce- ment department. • The Program Manager attends a quarterly meeting and is a member of the National Tribal Child Support Directors Association. Regular discussions and problem solving regarding the Federal Rules and Regulations as they pertain to tribal child support programs. • Annual State of Oregon and Tribal Child Support meetings are held. Klamath and Umatilla are the only two Ore- gon tribes to have Tribal Child Support Enforcement programs. Siletz, Grand Ronde, and Burns attend the meetings, which the State of Oregon provides support enforcement to them. Warm Springs does not attend the meetings. The Child Support Enforcement Office continue to instill the vision that it takes both parents to provide the financial and emotional support of a child. This program is willing to work with all parties involved to assist in providing as much support as possible for children and families. This vision is being imparted into the program, staff and the tribal community.

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