Xwlemi Nation News FEBRUARY 2021 Lummi Communications - 2665 Kwina Road - Bellingham, Washington 98226 Lummi Nation announces COVID-19 mass vaccination event Saturday, February 27, 2021 For Immediate Release – February 25, 2021 Lummi, Washington – On February 19th the Lummi Indian Business Council (LIBC) approved modifica- tions to the Lummi Nation vaccine distribution plan. The Lummi Public Health team has completed multiple vaccine events for the first six phases of the distribution plan. 2,800 vaccines have been provided to Lummi continue that responsibility a sovereign nation, we have Nation members and their today by giving our children the unique ability as a gov- families, caregivers for our everything they need to live a ernment to establish our own most vulnerable members, healthy life. Which means we policies and prioritization of all LIBC employees, and must act as good neighbors, the vaccines we receive from Moles Funeral Home staff. work together with our sur- the Indian Health Service On Saturday, February rounding governments, to (IHS).” 27, 2021 the Lummi Public take care of our children, and Lummi members will Health team will host an- to take care of each other.” continue to be prioritized other mass vaccination event Vaccinating the FSD for vaccines as the Lummi at the Silver Reef Casino teachers creates a layer of Public Health team pro- from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. protection and allows our gresses through the planned This event is not open to the education professionals the distribution phases. When general public, but follows ability to enter the classroom individuals who have been the approved vaccine distri- with less of a risk to do their hesitant to participate decide bution plan of LIBC. The new they are ready, the vaccine categories will include all job. Offering vaccines to our children’s teachers demon- will continue to be available. household members of LIBC strates the Lummi Nation’s Chairman Solomon con- employees, and all of the high regard for education tinued, “We are a resilient nearly 650 Ferndale School and brings us one step closer people and together we will District staff. to getting our children back continue to move beyond The Ferndale School Dis- to full-time in-person educa- COVID-19. Stay strong as we trict provides education to tion. all continue to look forward the majority of our Lummi Chairman Solomon to a future of gathering to Children in Whatcom Coun- said, “In 1855, our ances- share a meal, for our youth ty. tors signed the Point Elliot games, and visiting each Chairman Solomon said, Treaty with the United States other. Until then, please keep “Since time immemorial, government, which states doing all you can to protect our past and current lead- that our people will receive yourself and your loved ones, ers always think about the healthcare, including vacci- wear a mask, wash your future of our people. We nations. Therefore today, as hands and social distance.” Puget Sound Energy In Observance of Billy Submitted By Teresa Bernie Thomas, Lummi customers to bring local, Taylor K-12 School community-oriented solar Frank Jr. Day LIBC and Project Manager, Office of project to PSE’s service area, Economic Policy Teresa Taylor, Office of while providing vital support Lummi Clinic will be Economic Policy to those in need through On December 28, 2020, Celina Phair, Office of lower utility bills for low CLOSED Mackenzie Martin, Com- Economic Policy income or Black, Indigenous munity Projects Manager, and People of Color (BIPOC) March 9, 2021 PSE, informed the LIBC Dale Andert, Planning/ customers and the organiza- Solar Team that we’ve been Public Works tions that serve them. selected to receive a Green Power Community Support Stephanie Bostwick, EcoTech, Spark North- Grant award of up to $99,962 NWIC west and the Energy Projects to help advance solar at the Shawn Collins, Oppor- helped put the Lummi K-12 Lummi K-12 School, at 2334 tunity Council Energy proposal together and will Lummi View Drive, Belling- Project coordinate a timeline with ham, WA 98226. Bernie Thomas, Education Mikhaila Gonzales, Spark Director, and Dale Andert, The LIBC Solar Team is: Northwest for construction and educa- tion. Candice Wilson, The grant is funded Lhaqtemish Foundation through PSE’s Green Power QUOL Community Updates SQUOL Tide Guide Lummi Commercial Company 2751 Haxton Way #1, Bellingham, WA 98226 SQUOL QUOL Phone: (360) 758-4223 Fax: (360) 758-2573 The Lummi Squol Quol (SQ) is the official publication of the Lummi Nation. Published monthly by POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION TITLE: Lummi Commercial Company - Board of Directors Lummi Communications – the SQ welcomes articles and information including: letters to the editor, news OPENED: February 19, 2021 CLOSES: March 5, 2021 (First Review) EXEMPT: No JOB CODE: N/A tips, photographs, information and events. SALARY: Stipend DIVISION: Lummi Commercial Co. Items printed in the SQ, in no way directly reflect SHIFT: Varies DEPARTMENT: LCC Board LOCATION: Varies SUPERVISOR: Chairman of the Board the opinions of the Squol Quol staff or members STATUS: Flexible VACANCIES: 1 of the Lummi Indian Business Council (or their POSITION SUMMARY: The Lummi Commercial Company (LCC) was established to employees), unless otherwise noted. All editorials, provide a corporate framework for the development and profitable operation of tribally letters, and guest columns are encouraged for owned businesses and to generate the profits for the tribal government to invest in community services. submission with the understanding that all materials are subject to editing for content and/or space. The LCC Board directs the Fisherman’s Cove, Fisherman’s Cove Marina and Boatyard, Processing Plant, Mini-Mart, Lummi Bay Markets Skippers, 260 Tobacco & Fine Spirits, the Lummi Tobacco Company, chartered entrepreneurs, I-5 property, and the Silver Reef Casino. Julie A. Jefferson Communications Director PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, other related duties as assigned. • Attend all Board meetings and at times attend LIBC meetings 360.312.2134 • Appoint LCC Officers [email protected] • Hire and Fire: LCC Chief Executive Officer • Hire and Fire: SRC Chief Executive Officer Douglas Bob • Contract audit firm and produce annual audits • Exercise powers delegated by LIBC under the LCC Charter & By-Laws and related Communications Community Liaison resolutions 360.312.2135 • Approve annual business, financial, and marketing goals • Review and approve monthly and annual financial statements [email protected] • Maintain and enhance Lummi’s and LCC’s business/public image • Maintain and enhance LCC’s banking relationships David Hillaire • Enter into agreements and contracts for the purpose of fulfilling Video Tech/Videographer business/corporate objectives • Provide corporate leadership to staff 360.312.2138 • Maintain business and employee confidentiality David Webster Video Tech/Videographer LIBC & Lummi Clinic will be Closed 360.312.2137 April 2, 2021 in Observance of [email protected] Good Friday [email protected] http://web.me.com/lummicommunications/ Save The Date www.squolquol.com LUMMI NATION Easter Sunday www.facebook.com/lummicommunications April 4, 2021 2 SQUOL QUOL Community Updates LUMMI INDIAN BUSINESS COUNCIL Silver Reef CURRENT JOB OPENINGS Casino Resort How to Apply: Submit a complete application packet no later than 4:30 p.m. of the closing date. If you’re enrolled in a federally recognized tribe, attach a copy of your enrollment card/verification to the applica - tion in order to qualify for the Native Preference Policy. Fax (360)380-380-6991. E-mail: LIBCHR@ Employment lummi-nsn.gov Mail AUN: HR 2665 Kwina Rd. Bellingham, WA. 98226. If you have any questions feel free to contact the HR office at (360) 312-2023. Current as of February 22, 2021 Opportunities Job Title Department Closing Date: Washington’s Newest and Best Casino is currently recruiting On-Call/Temp Teacher Aide (TA) Early Learning Until Filled friendly, outgoing people for the following positions. All posi- On-Call Early Head Start Teacher Early Learning Until Filled tions require outstanding customer service. Please submit an Teacher Aide (6) Early Learning Until Filled employment application to the Human Resources Department at Commissioner (Seat E) Health & Family Services Until Filled the address indicated below. All employees must be able to pass Commissioner (Seat F) Health & Family Services Until Filled a pre-employment drug screen and be able to obtain a Class II/III Special Ed Para-Educator Lummi Nation School Until Filled Gaming License. All Salaries are Depending on Qualifications. Special Ed Para-Educator 1x1 Lummi Nation School Until Filled The Silver Reef will offer a comprehensive benefits package. The K-8 School Counselor Lummi Nation School Until Filled Silver Reef Casino Practices Native American Preference in hiring K-12 School Counselor Lummi Nation School Until Filled according to law. Bus Driver Lummi Nation School Until Filled K-12 LNS Tutor (15) Lummi Nation School Until Filled CURRENT AS OF FEBRUARY 24, 2021 Commissioner (Seat A) TERO Until Filled CLASS II POSITIONS Commissioner Alt TERO Until Filled Front Office Agent FT Medical Assistant Clerk LTHC Until Filled Host/Cashier PT Licensed Practical Nurse/Medical Assistant LTHC Until Filled Host/Cashier Lead* FT Pharmacy Technician LTHC Until Filled Dental Assistant Level I LTHC Until Filled Server PT Primary Care Physician LTHC Until Filled Paralegal II Office of the Res. Atty. Until Filled CLASS III POSITIONS Staff Attorney II Office of the Res. Atty. Until Filled General Ledger Accountant* FT Staff Attorney III Office of the Res. Atty. Until Filled Security Assistant Supervisor* FT Dock Operator (On-Call) LCC Until Filled Room Chef* FT Substitute Teacher Lummi Nation School 6/22/21 Supervising Dental Hygienist Dental 3/12/21 Curriculum and Assessment CoordinatorLummi Nation School 3/10/21 *Knowledge/Experience Required ALL POSITIONS DO NOT HAVE CLOSING DATES. Clinical Supervisor CARE/Counseling Svcs 3/8/21 OPEN UNTIL FILLED.