# NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS (2026) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aconfederated_clusi%3A166807ec277e3ec2 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text The Voice of July 2026 CLUSI Issue 7 Volume 27 www.ctclusi.org NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS Three Rivers Foundation Awards $850,000 to Meet Critical Needs Across Oregon Three Rivers Foundation Board Members Florence, Ore. — The Three Rivers Foundation, the charitable arm of Three Rivers Casino Resort, awarded $850,000 in grants to 83 organizations across Oregon, continuing its mission of investing in programs that strengthen communities, support families, and improve quality of life throughout the region. “This is one of the best times here at the casino, to see the smiles on everybody’s faces when we hand them the checks and announce their names,” said Tribal Chief Doug Barrett of the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians. “It’s a proud day for the Tribes and Three Rivers Foundation, for all the work that this money is going to do for the communities.” Established in 2011 by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians, the Three Rivers Foundation has distributed millions of dollars to nonprofit organizations throughout Oregon, supporting programs and services that create lasting change in local communities. This year’s grant cycle represents one of the Foundation’s largest community investments to date, helping support organizations focused on public safety, youth services, housing, health care, food security, education, cultural preservation, and community development. Triangle Food Box received an $8,000 grant from the Three Rivers Foundation to support programs that help families facing food insecurity in rural communities. Especially during COVID and ever since, “I will say that the importance of our mission Source One Serenity-$6,500 has become clearer,” said Bryn Tomlinson, board secretary for Triangle Food Box. “We have had a lot of opportunities to connect with these families, cry with them and celebrate with them because these things really are life-changing in our area.” At a special luncheon held at Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence, nonprofit leaders gathered to celebrate the impact of the grants and partnerships that are helping strengthen Oregon communities. The Florence Police Department received a $35,000 grant from the Three Rivers Foundation to purchase speed radar signs and flashing stop signs designed to improve safety for residents and visitors,” said Florence Police Chief John Pitcher. “To be able to do these things for our community, to provide these extras, to help protect them and provide them some different resources, we wouldn’t be able to do this without them.” Organizations receiving support this year represent communities throughout Oregon, including Lane, Douglas, Coos, Curry and Lincoln counties. “The Boys & Girls Clubs of Emerald Valley received a $10,000 grant from the Three Rivers Foundation to help expand its Bethel Clubhouse as it moves into the former Shasta Middle School,” said Shelly Ivey, Chief Executive officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Emerald Valley. “There’s such a need in our community for a safe place to be after school. These funds allow us to keep our prices intentionally Story continues, see Three Rivers Foundation Awards on page 10 Also in this Edition: Tribal Council Amongst Representatives at Oregon State Capitol Plaza Dedication, page 17 Councilor Julie Siestreem and Chief Doug Barrett Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Eugene, OR Permit #481 2 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Tribal Council Business Activity of Elected Tribal Council Members from May 11, 2026 - June 14, 2026 Chief Doug Barrett 05/11 General Council Meeting 05/12 ERI Monthly Partner Meeting 05/13 TRC Three Rivers Casino Foundation Decision Meeting 05/14 Culture Committee Meeting 05/15 Prep for Rhody Days Parades 05/16 Jr. Rhody Parade & Paddle Ceremony to Barrett Creek on the Siuslaw River 05/17 Rhododendron Grand Floral Parade – Tribal Council was the Grande Marshal 05/19 maniis tei hap’ Data Canoe Painting at Tribal Hall 05/20 MHA/LADPC, Dinner with Casino Audit Team 05/21 Special Meeting ACR, Leaders Circle 05/23 Dennis Rankin Marriage 05/26 Slam Plasa Dedication and Ceremonies, LCIS Meeting 05/27 STEP Trap Removal at Whiteker Creek, GFORB & TRC Audit report, Tribal Council Business Meeting 05/28 tkimya discussion 05/29 haich ikt’ tuu Breach Day 06/02 Monthly AERI Partner Meeting 06/03 Mapleton Sporza Fare and Salmon Ceremony 06/04 maniis tei hap’ Data Canoe Planning Meeting, Elakha Alliance Board Meeting & Leaders Circle 06/06 Tribal Member internment Ceremony, Amanda Trial Talk with Community & Siletz on Harvesting the Whale 06/08 Sea Otter Recovery Tribal Engagement meeting 06/09 Indian Country Elders Knowledge & Cultural Keepers ECHO zoom, Blue Earth second quarter Zoom Meeting 06/10 Lane ACT Monthly Meeting 06/11 Elders Lunch at TRC, Water Healing Ceremony – Hosted by Cow Creek in Canyonville 06/12 Water Healing Ceremony – Hosted by Cow Creek in Canyonville 06/13 New Canoe Paddle at Muncil Lake 06/14 General Tribal Council Meeting Total Hours: 178 Teresa Spangler, Chair 05/11 Regular Council meeting 05/13 Three Rivers Foundation Board Meeting. (Chose grant recipients from over 200 applications) 05/17 Grand Marshall in 119th Rhododendron Grand Floral Parade 05/20 Dinner with Casino Audit Team to celebrate clean audit (Chair and Chief are invited yearly) 05/21 Special Meeting: Resolutions in line with Secretarial Election and Constitutional Changes, Chapter 7-3 Elections, Chapter 7-1 Enrollment, Chapter 1-9 Tribal Council, Application for improved Forest Management Plan, American Carbon Registry Account Registration Leaders Circle: Final draft of the Offshore Wind Roadmap with DLCD, Appointed Tribal Member Staff to Coos County Historical Society Board, Discussion regarding Mural Request at the Visitors Center 05/22 Meeting with CEO and Legal 05/26 Legislative Commission on Indian Services Meeting. (LCIS) 05/27 Meeting with Brian (GFORB Chair) and Legal to check in, GFORB Meeting, Three Rivers Audit Presentation, Business Council Meeting 05/29 haich ikt’ at’ uu (formally Waite Ranch) breach. Returning of a wetland! 06/02 Department of Land Conservation & Development (DLCD) Oregon Coastal Planners Spring Network Meeting. 06/03 Sforza Fair/ Salmon Ceremony at Mapleton School District 06/04 Leaders Circle: Met with Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read. (Check in) (Zoom), Consultation with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding Emissions Standards for Hazardous air Pollutants (Zoom), Met with Health Director about Nationwide Telehealth, Fee to Trust discussions Total Hours: 141 Brad Kneaper, Vice Chair 05/11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting 05/12 Oregon Tribal Gaming Alliance (ZOOM) 05/17 Rhododendron Festival Parade (Council as Grand Marshals) 05/21 Special Council Meeting: Resolution - ACR Account Registration and Designee; Resolutions Related to Constitutional Amendments; Leader’s Circle: DLCD Final Draft Offshore Roadmap, response to Tribes written Comments; Dept Cultural and Natural Resources (DCNR) Tribal Member Serving on Coos County Historical Society Board; DCNR and Forestry regarding Forest Tracts; Visitor Center Mural Blessing request 05/26 Legislative Commission on Indian Services (LCIS) meeting (Virtual) 05/27 Gaming Operational Review Board (GFORB), Three Rivers Casino Audit Presentation, Tribal Council Business Meeting 05/29 Attend the Breaching of the Dike at haich Ikt’ at’ uu (Formerly Waite Ranch) to witness the waters of the Siuslaw River inundate the Channels of the property to restore as a wetland for natural habitat 06/03 Attend Mapleton School District annual SFORZA (arts) Fair and Salmon Ceremony 06/04 Leader’s Circle: Oregon Secretary of State Read (He was virtual); Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Consultation re: National Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants; Health Dept - Update on health planning for Tribal Membership outside Service Area; Legal Counsel - Discussion on Siletz Fee to Trust update 06/11 Visit the Brainard Memorial Property, and nearby Restoration Project Total Hours: 158 Debbie Bossley 05/16 Foundation Meeting 05/17 Rhody Fest Parade Grand Marshall 05/21 Special Meeting & Leaders Circle 05/26 LCIS Zoom Meeting 05/27 Tribal Council Business Meeting 06/04 Leaders Circle 06/14 Tribal Council Regular Meeting Total Hours: 70 Julie Siestreem 05/11 Tribal Council/General Council regular monthly meeting Coos Bay Community Center 05/12 4j NATIVES Program IPC meeting Eugene 4j District Offices 05/13 Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care Rules Advisory Committee Webinar 05/15 – 05/17 Tribal Council Grand Marshall for the 119th Florence Rhododendron Festival Florence 05/16 Education Committee Meeting zoom 05/21 Tribal Council Special Meeting American Carbon Registry Account Registration Coos Bay Community Center, Tribal Council Leaders Circle Coos Bay Community Center 05/26 Legislative Commission on Indian Services Permanent Art Installation and Dedication Oregon State Capitol Building Salem, Legislative Council Commission on Indian Services regular meeting Oregon State Capitol Building Salem, Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care Oregon Tribal Early Learning Alliance meeting zoom 05/27 Tribal Council Gaming Facility Organization Review Board regular monthly meeting Three Rivers Casino Florence, Tribal Council 2025 Three Rivers Casino Audit Presentation Three Rivers Casino Florence, Tribal Council Regular Monthly Business Meeting Three Rivers Casino Florence 05/28 Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care Home Visiting Committee zoom 05/29 haich ikt au uu Breach Florence, Ashley Russell Master of Natural Resources Defense zoom 06/03 Sforza Fair/Salmon Ceremony Mapleton Middle/High School 06/04 Tribal Council Leaders Circle Coos Bay Community Center 06/06 Kyle Gaines Tribute Ceremony to Anna Campbell 06/09 4j NATIVES Program IPC meeting zoom 06/11 – 06/12 Healing The Waters-Cow Creek Canyonville 06/14 Tribal Council/ General Council regular monthly meeting Coos Bay Community Center Total Hours: 130 Iliana Montiel 05/07 – 6/01 OUT ON MEDICAL LEAVE 05/21 Special TC meeting \ Leaders Circle (via Zoom) 05/27 GFORB \ Tribal Council Business Meeting (via Zoom) 06/04 Leaders Circle (via Zoom) Total Hours: 14 Ashley Russell 05/16 May Fly Festival 05/17 Rhododendron Festival 05/21 Reviewed Leader’s Circle Packet, Special Meeting, Leader’s Circle 05/26 Reviewed Business Meeting Packet 05/27 2025 Three Rivers Audit Presentation and Business Council Meeting 05/31-06/05 Capitol Hill on Ocean; Meetings with BOEM & BSEE, USFWS, NOAA, Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, House Subcommittee on Natural Resources, House Representative Hoyle, Senator Merkley staff, Senator Wydon staff; Reviewed Leader’s Circle Packet, Leader’s Circle 06/06 Anna Campbell’s Celebration of Life 06/13 Reviewed Tribal Council Meeting Packet 06/15 Tribal Council Meeting, drafted and submitted Council Business Total Hours: 116.25 www.ctclusi.org July 2026 QUESTIONS OR SUGGESTIONS? The CLUSI Tribal Council welcomes your ideas, comments, criticisms, etc. Please write to: Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians ATTN: Tribal Council 1245 Fulton Ave. Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 COMMITTEE INTEREST LIST If you are a Tribal member and interested in being on a committee, please contact Lorin Krossman at 541-435-7178 or enrollment@ctclusi.org We are currently keeping a list of those interested so that when a committee vacancy occurs we can fill it as soon as possible, so please contact us whether there is a vacancy or not. Information ATTENTION VETERANS AND FAMILIES Veterans we need your help. Veterans are honored at the Salmon Ceremony each year. Please contact Lorin Krossman at 541-435-7178 or at email lkrossman@ ctclusi.org for new requirements needed to be honored. US FOREST SERVICE NORTHWEST FOREST PASSES Now available at the Tribal Administration Building, Florence and Eugene Outreach offices. Requirements are: 1. Must be a CTCLUSI Tribal member. 2. Must be over 16 years old. 3. You may only be issued one per year. The passes hang from the rear view mirror and are good for access to some Forest Service fee areas. Area maps available. 3 CHANGES? Please let us know if you have a change in address, phone number, name or addition to your family. Changes should be submitted to Enrollment Dept., either online at www.ctclusi.org/enrollment or mail to Enrollment Dept., 1245 Fulton Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420. Phone: 541-435-7178 or Fax: 541888-2853. TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES The full meeting video is available at www. ctclusi. org If you are an enrolled member of CTCLUSI and would like to receive typed copies of the Tribal Council Meeting minutes please submit a written request to Jeannie Miller at 1245 Fulton Ave. Coos Bay OR 97420 or lkrossman@ctclusi.org Please include the meeting date requested, your name, current address, and Tribal Roll number for verification. CTCLUSI Departments, Services & Offices Government Office Lee Ann Wander Chief Executive Officer lwander@ctclusi.org Brian Dubray, Chief Operating Officer bdubray@ctclusi.org 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-9577 Eugene Outreach Office 149 W. 12th Avenue Eugene, OR 97401 Phone 541-744-1334 Toll Free 1-800-877-2718 Fax 541-744-1349 Florence Outreach Office Physical: 3757 Hwy 101 Mailing: P.O. Box 2000 Florence, OR 97439 Phone 541-997-6685 Toll Free 1-866-313-9913 Fax 541-997-1715 Purchased/Referred Care 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-4873 Toll free 1-800-227-0392 Fax 541-888-5388 prc@ctclusi.org Department of Culture and Natural Resources Ashley Russell, Director Phone 541-888-9577 arussell@ctclusi.org 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Education Department Jemiah Wassman, Director 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone: 541-888-1318 Toll free 1-888-280-0726 jwassman@ctclusi.org Three Rivers Health Center 150 S Wall Street Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone (541) 435-7200 info@threerivers.health Amanda Craig, Assistant Director Phone 541-435-7164 acraig@ctclusi.org 149 W. 12th Avenue Eugene, OR 97401 Elders Activities Barbara Black, Tribal Navigator/ Community Health Aide 1245 Fulton Ave. Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-7532 bblack@ctclusi.org Three Rivers Behavioral Health 250 Hull Street Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone (541) 435-7200 info@threerivers.health Three Rivers Pharmacy 150 S Wall Street Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone: (541) 435-7234 Fax: (541) 435-7233 Dept. of Human Resources 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone: 541-888-7508 Fax: 541-897-9881 recruitment@ctclusihr.org Three Rivers Dental Clinic 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-6433 Toll free 1-877-688-6433 Fax 541-888-7505 Health Services Division Davon Smith, Chief Operating Officer of Health Operations 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-7515 Fax 541-888-5388 dsmith@ctclusi.org Forestry Department Ryan Bronson, Director 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-1311 rbronson@ctclusi.org Social Services Department Kelly Bradley, Director 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-7537 Toll Free 1-888-280-0726 Fax 541-888-5388 kbradley@ctclusi.org Tribal Housing Department Brian Dubray, Interim Director 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-997-6011 Fax 541-435-0492 bdubray@ctclusi.org Tribal Gaming Commission Brian Dubray, Interim Executive Director of the Gaming Commission 5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100 Florence, OR 97439 Phone 541-997-2830 Fax 541-997-7293 bdubray@ctclusi.org Tribal Police Brian Dubray, Police Chief 5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100 Florence, OR 97439 Phone 541-997-6011 Fax 541-902-6507 bdubray@ctclusi.org Tribal Court Karen Costello, Chief Judge 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone 541-888-9577 Toll Free 1-888-280-0726 tribalct@ctclusi.org Tribal Committee Members Budget Committee 1. (Expired) Martin Harris 2. VACANT 3. Margaret Corvi 4. Stephanie Watkins 5. Kerry Brainard 6. Sarah Marical 7. Roseana Perry - Chair Education Committee Enrollment Committee Elders Committee Housing Committee 1. Lorin Krossman - Chair 2. Julie Siestreem 3. Nicole Romine 4. Ashley Russell 5. Michael Brainard 1. Arleen Perkins - Chair 2. Laura Fortin 3. Warren (Tom) Brainard 4. VACANT 5. Mike Lent 6. Stan McNutt 7. Teresa Spangler Cultural Coalition Committee 1. Enna Helms 2. Cynthia Hovind 3. Pam Stoehlser 4. Kyle Gaines 5. VACANT Culture Committee Jesse Beers, Cultural Stewardship Manager Phone 541-997-6685 jbeers@ctclusi.org 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 Election Board 1. Earla Kirk 2. Kyle Gaines 3. Alyssa Lydick 4. Nicole Romine 5. Michael Brainard 6. Patricia Whereat-Phillips - Chair 7. Chief Doug Barrett 1. (Expired) Jade Fong 2. Michael Brainard - Chair 3. Tes Gagner 4. Mark Petrie 5. Kathy Perkins 6. Kimmy Bixby 7. Ashley Russell THE VOICE OF CLUSI If you or anyone in your Tribal family has had any recent special awards or achievements that you would like to share, please submit your information and photos to the newsletter. I look forward to hearing from you! -Morgan Gaines, Communications Specialist mgaines@ctclusi.org or 541-888-7536 1. Courtney Krossman 2. Patricia Whereat-Phillips 3. Skip Brainard 4. Vicki Faciane - Chair 5. Teresa Spangler 1. Andrew Brainard 2. Danny Krossman 3. Enna Helms 4. Tyler Slyter - Chair 5. Sarah Marical Language Committee 1. Nicole Mendoza 2. Tammy Evarts 3. Ashley Vandevort 4. Jade Fong - Chair 5. VACANT 6. Jesse Beers 7. Ayuthea Cisneros Tribal Council Doug Barrett, Chief 541-297-2130 (cell) doug.barrett@ctclusi.org Ashley Russell Position #1 Council 541-808-4455 (cell) ashley.russell@ctclusi.org Brad Kneaper, Vice Chair Position #2 Council 541-808-5178 (cell) brad.kneaper@ctclusi.org Julie Siestreem Position #3 Council 541-294-6055 jsiestreem@ctclusi.org Teresa Spangler, Chair Position #4 Council 541-294-3972 tspangler@ctclusi.org Iliana Montiel Position #5 Council 541-217-4613(cell) iliana.montiel@ctclusi.org Debbie Bossley All committee members with an expired term have been notified and are encouraged to submit a letter of interest for reappointment. If you wish to no longer participate as an active member, please send an email to enrollment@ctclusi.org Interested in being on a committee? Submit a letter of interest (can be found on the Enrollment page on the Tribal website). Members can serve on up to three committees simultaneously. Upcoming Events Turn to page 19 of this publication for a monthly calendar of upcoming events or visit the Events Calendar on the tribal website at https://ctclusi.org/events/ Position #6 Council 541-808-5580(cell) debbie.bossley@ctclusi.org Council Meeting July 12, 2026 Regular Meeting 10:00 a.m. Coos Bay Community Center 338 Wallace Ave. Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 Please login to the citizen portal of www. ctclusi.org and click Council Meetings for the zoom link to this meeting. Agenda: 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Approval of Minutes as needed 4. Tribal Council Reports 5. Tribal Chief Executive Officer Report 6. Chief Financial Officer Report 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Other 10. Good of the Tribes 11. Executive Session as needed Council meeting video available to view at www.ctclusi.org 4 THE VOICE OF CLUSI 26-098 26-099 26-100 26-101 26-102 26-103 26-104 26-105 26-106 26-107 26-108 26-109 26-110 26-111 26-112 26-113 26-114 26-115 26-116 26-117 26-118 26-119 26-120 26-121 26-122 26-123 26-124 26-125 26-126 26-127 26-128 Resolution Summaries July 2026 05/21/2026 ACR Account Registration & Designee 05/21/2026 Application for Listing an Improved Forest Management Project 05/21/2026 Approval of Emergency Amendment to CLUSITC Chapter 1-9 Tribal Council due to Amendments to the Constitution 05/21/2026 Approval of Emergency Amendment to CLUSITC Chapter 7-1 Enrollment Due to Amendments to the Constitution 05/21/2026 Approval of Emergency Amendment to CLUSITC Chapter 7-3 (Elections) Due to Amendments to the Constitution 05/27/2026 TPD Dual-Band Portable Radio Purchase 05/27/2026 Approval of Revision to Tribal Council Rules of Procedure and Conduct 05/27/2026 Amendment of Chapter 7-5 (General Committee Code) for First Reading and 28 Day Comment Period 05/27/2026 Amendments to Chapter 7-16 (Visions Committee) for First Reading 05/27/2026 Cooperating Agency Memorandum with Bureau of Land Management 05/27/2026 Approval to Award LRTP Contract to Red Plains Professional, Inc 05/27/2026 Approval to Award Coordinated Tribal Transit Plan Contract to Red Plains Professional Inc 05/27/2026 Approval to Award Admin Roadway Improvement Contract 05/27/2026 Approval of Administration Dental Renovation Project Budget 05/27/2026 Approval to Amend 2010 Long Range Transportation Plan 05/27/2026 AGS Gaming Equipment Conversion Order 05/27/2026 Bluberi Order 05/27/2026 Bluberi Order 05/27/2026 Yamhill Community Care Oregon Health Plan Line of Business Participating Provider Agreement 05/27/2026 Professional Services Agreement 05/27/2026 Approval to Purchase Real Property 05/27/2026 Approval to Transfer from Operating Reserves to Land Acquisition Fund 06/14/2026 Approval of the Coos Bay Three Rivers Health Clinic Retrofit Project Budget 06/14/2026 Approval of Three Rivers Health Clinic - Florence Project Budget 06/14/2026 Approval of Eugene Outreach Renovation Project Budget 06/14/2026 Oregon Tribal - State Water Policy Forum Delegate and Alternate(s) 06/14/2026 Approval of Emergency Amendment to CLUSITC Chapter 2-5 Civil Judgements Section 2-5-24 06/14/2026 Amendment to Chapter 10-2 Tribal Forest Resources Management Code for Second Reading and Final Approval 06/14/2026 AmWest Entertainment LLC ISI Race Inc Confidentiality and NDA and Tribal Council Approval Thereof 06/14/2026 Approval to Purchase Umpqua Islands Real Property 06/14/2026 Approval of Master Agreement and Nondisclosure Agreement Template Between Confederated Tribes of Coos Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians and Oregon State University Upcoming Holiday Closures All CTCLUSI Tribal Government Offices will be CLOSED in Observance of these holidays Independence Day - Observed on July 3 Labor Day - Monday, September 7 Native American Day - Friday, September 25 Indigenous People’s Day - Monday, October 12 CTCLUSI Restoration Day Saturday, October 17, observed Friday, October 16 Veteran’s Day - Wednesday, November 11 Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 26 Native American Heritage Day - Friday, November 27 Staff Appreciation Day (Christmas Eve) Thursday, December 24 Chirstmas Day - Friday, December 25 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 6-0-1 7-0-0 7-0-0 6-1-0 6-0-1 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 6-0-1 6-0-1 5-2-0 5-2-0 6-0-1 6-0-1 7-0-0 5-0-2 7-0-0 7-0-0 0-7-0 7-0-0 7-0-0 NOTICE OF PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS The following proposed Code amendment drafts was passed for First Reading by Tribal Council on May 27, 2026 TITLE: 7 ENROLLMENT, COMMITTEES, ELECTIONS AND REFERENDUMS Chapter 7-16 Visions Committee The Tribal Council has approved recommendations for amendments to the Vision Committee to move this committee under the Enrollment Department do the primary goal is to facilitate communication to membership using various forms of member contacts, where the Enrollment Department manages this area of data. Tribal Council hereby approved the amendments to this Code for First Reading and posting for a twenty-eight (28) comment day period. TITLE: 7 ENROLLMENT, COMMITTEES, ELECTIONS AND REFERENDUMS Chapter 7-5 General Committee Code The Tribal Council has approved amendments to the General Committee Code. This Code serves as the Code that is used for all practical purposes and guidelines to the structure of all Committees. Tribal Council hereby approved the amendments to this Code for First Reading and posting for a twenty-eight (28) Comment day period. DATE OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING AT WHICH THE PROPOSED CODE IS EXPECTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FINAL PASSAGE: August 10, 2026 Please visit www.ctclusi.org for complete draft to all Codes above. The notice of the proposed amendment/creation of Code/Ordinance shall be published in the Tribal Newsletter and the text will be posted for public comment for twenty-eight (28) days in the Administration Building, Tribal Hall, Outreach Offices, on the Tribes’ website and at Three Rivers Casino (Office of the Gaming Commission). Written comments should be sent to the Tribal Council in care of Jeannie Miller, CTCLUSI, 1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420 or email: jmiller@ctclusi.org. intermediate! www.ctclusi.org July 2026 SAVE the DATE 5 OPEN TO TRIBAL MEMBERS AND FAMILIES P RSV tkimya Name Honoring Ceremony /2 BY 7 + returning of Salmon Remains on quuiich ikt’at’uu August 3rd D E N O P T S PO 11 am - 1 pm Meet @ Winchester Bay Boat Ramp *please bring a water bottle* Sacred Salmon Ceremony Sunday, August 2, 2026 baldija (Gregory Point), Coos Bay, Oregon Salmon Remains will also be returned by canoe on the Umpqua River (Winchester Bay, OR) on August 3, 2026 Siuslaw River (Florence, OR) on August 4, 2026 T R A D I T I O N A L STORYTELLING & & OPEN MIC Details Continental Breakfast sponsored by Tribal Council Date: Saturday, August 1st Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Venue: Community Center 338 Wallace Avenue, Coos Bay Traditional Storytelling “The Salmon” & Open Mic sponsored by Culture Coalition Date: Saturday, August 1st Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (noon) Venue: Tribal Hall 338 Wallace Avenue, Coos Bay RSVP to 541-435-7155 for any of the above events Dance Practice in the Tribal Hall Following the day’s events, for all those who will be attending Sacred Salmon Ceremony on Sunday, August 2 nd All Tribal Families Welcome! SIGN U Contact Alycia 541 294 12 acossey ctclu - @ Dear Tribal families, We would like to inform everyone that the tkimya Naming Ceremony announced in the June edition of the newsletter has been POSTPONED until further notice. After discussion with Elders and staff, the decision was made to postpone the ceremony until road conditions can be improved, and access to the site is safer for everyone. While we know many were looking forward to gathering for this important occasion, the safety of our community remains our priority. We will share a new date and time once conditions allow us to move forward with the ceremony. k’ele, luuwii, hiisa, for your understanding, patience, and support. If you have any questions, please reach out to Alycia Cossey, Cultural Stewardship Associate, at acossey@ctclusi.org, or call 541-294-1237. Hidden Image Search: Can You Find Me? In this edition of The Voice of CLUSI there is a hidden image of a FLICKER FEATHER exactly like the one pictured here. It could be any size and on any page, but will look exactly like the one shown here. If you find it, email mgaines@ ctclusi.org to have your name entered into a prize drawing. In your email you must include your name, age, address (for mailing purposes) and contact phone number. In your email you must also let us know what page and where on the page you spotted the FLICKER FEATHER hiding! Must email by July 15th to be included in the raffle drawing. Winners will be notified by phone or email and their name will appear in an upcoming edition of the Voice of CLUSI paper. Prizes will vary and are provided by different CTCLUSI Government departments. Thank you to all of the Tribal Government Departments that donate raffle prizes! Thank you to everyone for playing, and for your patience as the raffle prizes for the winners are mailed out. Questions? Contact mgaines@ctclusi.org June Camas Raffle Winners: Adult - Kayla Kopish Youth - Olivia Wisdom The camas was hidden on page 10, NARCAN kit photo - 6 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Miluk Language isn’t Gone. Meet a South Eugene Grad Who Speaks It Miranda Cyr, Eugene Register-Guard, Sat, June 6, 2026 at 4:03 AM PDT The language spoke by Coos people for languages for CTCLUSI, also collaborating Indigenous Language Institute board. time immemorable is not extinct as reported with the Coquille Indian Tribe. Oregon Indigenous people were forcibly by SIL Global, an international nonprofit that “Between the two federally recognized tribes, removed from their homes in the 1850s, documents and preserves languages. it was like 44 elders that we interviewed and creating an Oregon “Trail of Tears.” Tribal At least, not according to Isa Helms, a about 24 (of them) recalled language,” Enna communities were marched up the coast and graduating senior at South Eugene High said. “That is a very significant moment in my confined to reservations and encampments School who earned the Oregon Seal of life journey with language because you’re just near Yachats where many died from starvation, Biliteracy for the miluk language. She is the told that you’re not even there when you’re mistreatment and disease. first student in Eugene School District 4J to there, you know? ‘You have no language left.’ “Our ancestors didn’t hand the language earn a Seal of Biliteracy for an down like they would have had Indigenous language. there not been so much hostility As an enrolled tribal citizen to speak our language and of the Confederated Tribes practice or culture,” Enna said. of Coos, Lower Umpqua and “We lost a lot, but thankfully, Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI), our languages were recorded Isa grew up immersed in her really well by ethnologists and anthropologists that heritage. Her family cooks came through. We have a cultural foods like salmon lot of historical record of our and gathers natural materials languages written down in for basketry and traditional manuscripts and also in audio.” clothing, such as maple bark Today, Enna is trying to skirts. But it wasn’t until middle recreate the familiar use of the school that she started learning languages in homes. In addition the miluk language. “I’ve always had a Native to regular classes open to tribal citizens, she also has classes American household,” Isa geared toward elders and said. “Growing up, I realized toward children 5 and younger. that not a lot of people had “We want our babies to that experience. In my tribe, Isa Helms is an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua yes, but my mom was always and Siuslaw Indians and the first student in Eugene School District 4J to earn a Seal hear the language and to use the language in the home, invested in it.” of Biliteracy in an Indigenous language. reinforced by our elders and Isa’s mother Enna Helms teaches language classes via Zoom that her “To actually see that our elders retained their parents,” Enna said. “It’s intergenerational daughter participates in. what they heard from when they grew up just learning, bringing language home.” What is the Seal of Biliteracy? In just a few years, Isa was able to master really shifted that narrative.” The Oregon Seal of Biliteracy started in the language through lessons and speaking it She said those interviews showed the at home. language memory is still alive, and through 2018 and has two main criteria, according “Our people, our ancestors spoke it, too, and its renewal they could bring back the culture, to 4J District Testing Coordinator Kathleen Mitchell. First, the recipient must meet all it’s connecting that we’re learning the same identity and knowledge it carries. languages that were spoken for thousands In 2019, Enna worked with the Yama Center their high school graduating requirements. of years,” Isa said. “I’ve always felt present in at University of Oregon while earning her Second, they must demonstrate language our tribal communities, and it (helped) me get linguistics degree and doing self-study of proficiency in at least two languages through more invested in it.” miluk. While learning miluk herself, Enna an evaluation. Students who pass International What it takes to learn Indigenous languages simultaneously taught two other Native Baccalaureate language tests or Advanced on the brink of ‘extinction’ students. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Placement language tests also qualify. Every year, hundreds of high school Enna has been making efforts to bring Enna learned more about virtual learning tools Indigenous languages back more broadly to like Zoom. She realized Zoom would serve graduates earn their seal across the state in at tribal citizens for years. She started working as the perfect platform to teach Indigenous least 47 primary languages and 22 secondary closely with her tribe’s elders in 2007 and, language, as tribal members are spread out languages. Mitchell said the district has submitted 120 through that work, stories surfaced about across Oregon and other states. language, culture and history. Today, Enna’s efforts are focused on three graduating seniors for recognition this year. Enna recalled her father and older siblings languages: miluk (Coos), hanis (Coos), and the She said the program grows every year speaking a bit of miluk and Chinuk Wawa, sha’yuushtɬ’a (Siuslaw) and uɬ quuiich (Lower with more languages available for the seal. which is an Indigenous language historically Umpqua). Enna is also on UO’s Northwest She said it’s exciting to see that extend to Indigenous languages thanks to used widely across the Isa’s efforts. Pacific Northwest, when she “The fact that there’s a space was around 5 years old. in this public school district “It just always stuck with to recognize the reclamation me,” Enna said. “I just didn’t of a language that the same realize how much it would historical system of education eventually become such a had suppressed and oppressed big part of my life.” is really just healing,” Mitchell Enna began taking classes said. “That feels like a step in on Chinuk Wawa at Lane the right direction.” Community College in Each language has different 2013. Her proficiency led standards to earn the seal. For to LCC asking her to stay miluk, most of the assessment and teach academically was focused on speech. Isa for three years. After LCC, had to speak for 45 minutes, she and a colleague fully exclusively in miluk 90% of the dedicated their time to Tribal time. language revitalization. Isa remembers dreading her In 2017, Enna and her biliteracy assessment as it team received a National Science Foundation grant South Eugene High School graduating senior Isa Helms, center, poses with Eugene approached, but to her surprise, School District 4J’s board and Superintendent Miriam Miralles Mickelson after being she had a lot of fun. Speaking to document endangered recognized for earning an Oregon Seal of Biliteracy in miluk (Coos). www.ctclusi.org Miluk Language continued... Student Recognition & Language Ceremony 2026 Gather to Honor our Students Saturday July 11th 11a - 3p All Tribal Families -Welcome! Community Center - 338 Wallace, Coos Bay For more information contact Morgan Cloud 541-888-1319 mcloud@ctclusi.org or Education@ctclusi.org Lunch Provided - CULTURE - EDU CA AGE U G N TIO came easily to her. She hopes her Seal of Biliteracy will inspire other young people in her tribe to pursue miluk. “I do feel like learning languages and passing them down to younger generations really helps our community thrive,” Isa said. “I think I’m kind of privileged too, because I have a mom who really knows our history and language and all our traditions. I think I’m just lucky.” Finding Native community in South Eugene Growing up, Isa said she didn’t see Native representation in media. In middle school, she didn’t connect with her peers or teachers culturally. “It was a little isolating,” Isa said. “I didn’t really know how to say I was Native.” When Isa came to SEHS, she started seeing more recognition of Indigenous history. There were posters depicting Native American history in her social studies classes and Indigenous student groups for her to participate in. She truly found community through the Native American Student Union at SEHS, which she joined her freshman year. Isa said even though her fellow club members come from different tribal nations and communities, they have a shared history and even some shared traditions. Isa plans to continue engaging with Native cultures in higher education. She’ll be attending Lane Community College, which has a well-established Native American Student Association and Longhouse. She’d like to transfer to Oregon State University to study chemistry or another science. OSU also has a strong Native American community as well, Isa said. She’d like to continue her language work alongside her studies. “I feel like I’ve gotten to grow up in a time where Indigenous knowledge and people who are Indigenous are more welcome,” Isa said. She said she hopes people realize Native people are not gone. Isa is just one testament of that. This article originally appeared at www.registerguard.com 7 LAN July 2026 RSVP Scholarships will be announced ! 2nd Annual CTCLUSI Local Canoe Journey 2026 C TCLUSI C ULTURE July 16 - 19, 2026 This is a family-friendly event. Families are encouraged to participate together. NO CHILDCARE WILL BE PROVIDED. All youth under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Scan QR Code for application Schedule July 16th - Arrival Day CTCLUSI families are welcome to camp at Tribal Hall (spaces are limited so RSVP is required) Camping not required to attend day activities. Limited number of rooms available for Elders or Tribal members that need specific accommodations. July 17th - Canoe Pull (Intermediate/ advanced pull) SUMMER CAMP July 18th - Canoe Pull (Intermediate/ advanced pull) Transportation provided daily from Tribal Hall to pull start locations and landings ONLY. July 19th - Final Landing Canoe Pull (family friendly pull) and BBQ A variety of cultural activities at the community center August 23 - 27, 2026 Open to CTCLUSI Tribal Youth, Youth in Tribal Households, Youth of neighboring Tribes and Youth of CTCLUSI Staff ages 8-18. Join us in learning, growing, connecting, and having fun! Scan QR Code to register Questions? email localcanoejourney@ctclusi.org Questions? Call Angela Henry at 541-294-9602 Email ahenry@ctclusi.org 8 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Tutoring Support Tribal Hall 338 Wallace St• Coos Bay Free tutoring support for CTCLUSI household students in K-12 and Higher Education Homework Help in reading, writing, math, and college coursework Safe & welcoming environment Remote and In-Person Tutoring Available By Appointment For more information, please contact Lyndsay Carroll at (541) 888-1315 or lyndsay.carroll@ctclusi.org. Credit Recovery Tribal Hall 338 Wallace Street • Coos Bay For any students in 9th through 12th grade who need to make up classroom credit we are here to support during the summer and into the Fall. Safe & welcoming environment Tutors both remote and in person Laptop and WiFi support at Tribal Hall For more information contact Lyndsay Carroll at 541-888-1315 or emailFor lyndsay.carroll@ctclusi.org more information, please contact Lyndsay Carroll at (541) 888-1315 or lyndsay.carroll@ctclusi.org www.ctclusi.org July 2026 9 Good Health, Good Summer Contributed by Elizabeth Escobedo, MS, CHES, CNC Diabetes Educator Sources: Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Diabetes Association (ADA), Indian Health Service (IHS), U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Last month we shared ideas about summer meals and saving money. However your summer is going, we are glad you are here. ATTENTION ATTENTION GRADUATES GRADUATES Summer brings warm days, time with family, vacations, and gatherings we look forward to all year. A few small steps can help you feel good the whole season long. Hot Days and Your Blood Sugar Did you know summer heat can change your blood sugar? Being in the sun, not drinking enough water, or moving around more than usual can cause it to go up or down, sometimes fast. Your body works harder in the heat. A little extra attention goes a long way. • Drink chii (sha’yuushtɬ’a uɬ quuiich) Drink hap’ (miluk) Drink x̣ap’ (hanis) Drink water often throughout the day, even before you feel thirsty. Cold herbal teas like rosehip (high in vitamin C), mint, or hibiscus are another great way to stay cool and hydrated this summer. No sugar, no caffeine, and they count toward your water for the day. • Check your blood sugar the way your doctor showed you. • Take breaks in the shade. Rest is part of staying well. • Feeling dizzy, shaky, or extra tired? Slow down and check in. Your body is talking to you. Eating Well at Gatherings and on the Road Congratulations on your Accomplishment! Send your graduation photo and information to be featured in a future edition of The Voice of CLUSI paper. Email Morgan Gaines, Communications Specialist at mgaines@ctclusi.org Family visits, road trips, vacations, and feast tables. Summer is full of good food and good people. Traditional foods are part of who we are. You do not have to leave them behind to take good care of Quick Tip: Summer Foot yourself. Care • Add some color to your plate. Fill More sandals, more bare feet, half your plate with non-starchy more time outside. Summer is vegetables (example: cauliflower, a great time to show your feet broccoli, green beans, or leafy some love. greens), then enjoy the rest. Check your feet every day • Eat slowly. It takes time for your for any sores or redness, body to feel full. wear shoes that fit well, and • Choose water with your meal instead dry between your toes after swimming. of sweet drinks when you can. Small habits here make a big • Packing snacks for the road? Nuts, difference. fruits, or veggies travel well and are easy on blood sugar. Keep Your Supplies Cool Summer heat can damage your insulin and diabetes supplies without you knowing. A little planning keeps everything working the way it should. • Store supplies somewhere cool and out of direct sunlight • Never leave them in a hot car. Even for a few minutes, it can cause damage. • A small, insulated bag keeps everything safe when you are out. Summer Refresher 1 can sparkling water (Experiment with different flavors) ½ lime juice Cucumber: 3-4 slices Basil: 3-4 fresh leaves Ice Red, White, and Blue Pudding Trifle 16 Servings Instant vanilla pudding mix (sugar-free (fat-free) 1 oz skim milk 2 cup light whipped topping (thawed) 8 oz *raspberries (divided) 2 1/2 cup *blueberries (divided) 2 1/2 cup *strawberries (sliced) 1 1/2 cup *Or use any berries you have on hand you can even experiment by adding more traditional berries. For example: huckleberries andblack cap raspberries, Directions: 1.Add cucumber slices and lime juice to a glass. Use the back of a wooden spoon to gently crush them to release the flavors. 2. Grab basil leaves and gently crush in your hand and mix with the remaining ingredients. 3. Fill a new glass with ice and strain the mixture over the ice. 4.Pour sparkling water over the top, give it a gentle stir to combine, and garnish with cucumber, lime, or basil leaf! 1. In a large bowl, prepare pudding according to package directions. Cool in refrigerator for 5 minutes. 2. Fold whipped topping into pudding and incorporate well. 3. In a trifle bowl, spread 1/3 pudding mixture in bottom of bowl. Top with 2 cups raspberries; spread evenly. Layer another 1/3 of pudding mixture and top with 2 cups blueberries; spread evenly. Spread remaining pudding mixture on top of blueberries. Top pudding with 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup raspberries and all of strawberries. 10 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Three Rivers Foundation Awards continued from cover story... low so that every kid who needs a safe place to be after school can afford it.” “We’re super excited to receive this grant and have the opportunity to do some focused investigations on property crimes here in West Lane County,” said Lane County Sheriff Cliff Harrold Wilkerson. “We’ve had a rash of burglaries and thefts, and with only one deputy assigned to West Lane County, it can be difficult to dedicate the extra investigative effort these cases require. This grant will help us fund overtime and focus on those property crimes that are impacting our communities. Grants are harder to get right now. Federal grants are extremely competitive, and state funding has diminished, so the opportunity to receive support from a local stakeholder like the Three Rivers Foundation is exciting.” “With the state of the country right now, it’s a little rough for a lot of families to make ends meet,” said Tribal Chief Doug Barrett of the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians. “So, if we can help with that, that’s a good thing.” Lane DUII Victim Impact Panel-$4,000 Food Backbacks for Kids-$10,000 Eugene Springfield Youth Orchestras-$15,000 Mohawk Valley Rural Fire District-$10,000 Glide Revitalization-$10,000 Source One Serenity-$6,500 2026 Award Summary • Coos County: 19 organizations • Curry County: 2 organizations • Douglas County: 14 organizations • Lincoln County: 3 organizations • Lane County: 43 organizations • Other Counties / Statewide: 2 organizations Total: 83 organizations Coos County • Coos-Curry Electric Charitable Foundation (Coos & Curry Counties) – $15,000 • Oregon Coast STEM Hub/Agricultural Research Foundation – $1,704 • Fishing Poles for Kids Oregon Coast – $5,000 • Agape Respite Center – $5,000 • Lakeside Rural Fire Protection District – $12,491.31 • Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce – $2,000 • Myrtle Point Senior Citizens Center – $5,000 • The Evergreen Quest – $6,000 • Coquille River Lighthouse Keepers Inc – $2,200 • Oregon Coast Music Association, Inc. – $7,000 • Knights of Columbus – $5,000 • Soldiers of Compassion – $5,000 • Coos Beekeepers – $3,339 • Hearts with a Mission – $15,000 • Coos County Habitat for Humanity – $20,000 • Financial Beginnings – $10,000 • Bright Beginnings Christian Preschool – $8,500 • Food Backpacks for Kids – $10,000 • Pregnancy and Parenting Center – $1,800 Curry County • The Common Good – $10,000 • South Coast Community Aquatics – $15,000 Douglas County • Glide Revitalization – $10,000 • Community Cancer Center – $10,000 • CCD Business Development Corporation – $5,000 • Umpqua Valley Farm to School – $10,000 • Sleep in Heavenly Peace – $5,500 • St Francis Community Kitchen – $10,000 • CASA of Douglas County – $10,000 • Conference of St Vincent de Paul Society of Myrtle Creek – $15,000 • NeighborWorks of Umpqua – $15,000 • The Fish of Roseburg – $10,000 • Safe Haven Maternity Home – $10,000 • Douglas County Cancer Services (DCCS) – $5,000 • Source One Serenity – $6,500 • Oregon Coast School of Art – $9,170 Lincoln County • Yachats Rural Fire Protection District – $18,299 • Oregon Coast Youth Symphony Festival Association – $5,000 • Oregon Coast Fire and Rescue – $5,790 Lane County • General Assembly of the Church of God – $8,000 • Florence Senior Center – $4,700 • Siuslaw High School – $10,000 • Siuslaw Valley Charter School / Whitmore Classical Academy – $26,373 • Florence Police Department –$35,000 • Friends of Florence – $10,000 • Oregon Coast Military Museum – $10,000 • Safe Shelter for Siuslaw Students – $6,960 • Florence Community PTA – $15,000 • McKenzie Little Eagles Childcare Center – $10,000 • Junction City Police Department – $15,000 • Keeper’s of Heceta Lightstation – $9,000 • Junction City School District – SkillsUSA – $15,000 • Triangle Food Box – $8,000 • Mapleton Food Share – $20,000 • Mapleton School District – $18,000 • Rose Children’s Theater – $1,200 • Lane Council of Governments – $4,725 • Oregon Cancer Foundation – $25,000 • Back2Youth – $5,000 • OSLC Developments, Inc. – $10,000 • Lane County Sheriff’s Office – $25,000 • HIV Alliance – $6,000 • Kids First – $20,000 • Shelter Care – $12,000 • Community Supporter Shelter – $10,000 • Boys and Girls Club of Emerald Valley – $10,000 • Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras – $15,000 • Relief Nursery, INC – $15,000 • Ophelia’s Place – $15,000 • A Family for Every Child – $10,000 • Eugene Science Center – $9,000 • Hosea Youth Services – $25,000 • Bags of Love – $3,000 • Bethel Education Foundation – $12,015.76 • Veterans Legacy – $3,000 • Lane DUII Victim Impact Panel – $4,000 • One Hope – $8,000 • Food for Lane County – $10,000 • Head Start of Lane County – $5,000 • Lane County Diaper Bank – $5,000 • Mohawk Valley Rural Fire District – $10,000 • Volunteers in Medicine Clinic – $15,000 Other Counties / Statewide • Oregon Volunteer Firefighter Association – $3,000 • Oregon Lion’s Sight & Hearing Foundation – $7,500 www.ctclusi.org July 2026 One Hope-$8,000 Coos Beekeepers-$3,339 11 Friends of Florence-$10,000 PEACEGIVING Peacegiving is a traditional Restorative Justice option available to you for the resolution of conflict. All Peacegiving issues are confidential. Are you in trouble with the law? Are you suffering with drugs, alcohol or addiction? Are you ready to make a change? What does true Wellness look like for you? A life without drugs or alcohol is possible for you. Make the choice for a better life. Confidential Contact Tribal Wellness Court. Photo By: Jesse Beers (541) 888-1307 For more information about Peacegiving, please visit the Peacegiving Website or contact the Peacegiving Coordinator at the address listed below. Peacegiving Coordinator 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay, OR 97420 PHONE: (541) 888-1306 or (541) 888-1316 EMAIL: Peacegiving@ctclusi.org Website: http://ctclusi.org/peacegiving Coos Bay and North Bend Free Summer Meal Programs are provided by the North Bend and Coos Bay Public School Districts. Please contact them for more information. Information flyers gathered by Social Services for youth living in the Coos Bay/North Bend area. 12 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Naomi Bae Cloud Athena Dawn Jones Morgan and Joshua Cloud welcomed their newest edition to the family, Naomi Bae Cloud -Miluk Coos on February 17, 2026 at 11:22 a.m., 8lbs 3oz and 22inches Naomi is the baby sister to Ray and Jaren New Provider Joins Three River Health Center June 1, 2026 Contributed by Iliana Montiel, Deputy Chief Officer of Health Operations Hi there! My name is Jennie Schenk and although I have been in Oregon for a few short years, I originally hailed from Oconomowoc Wisconsin. I am a dedicated Nurse Practitioner who enjoys providing care to patients of all ages, with a passion for children’s and women’s health. My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their care. I am a healthcare professional with over 30 years of diverse clinical experience across multiple care settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, pulmonary and sleep medicine, tribal health facilities, and frontier clinics. Extensive background in delivering patient-centered care to varied populations, with additional experience in long-term care environments. Known for adaptability, broad clinical expertise, and commitment to improving patient outcomes across both urban and underserved communities. I have three children and two dogs, and I spoil them all. Although I have several hobbies such as snorkeling, white-water rafting, and kayaking, my favorite is spending time in the kitchen. I make homemade pickles every year around August when the fresh dill is perfect. Looking forward to meeting everyone, Please call me Jennie Athena Dawn Jones became earth-side on March 23, 2026 at 4:43 a.m., 6 lbs., 3 oz., 20.5 inches long. Grace and Casey are honored and immensely grateful to bring another life into this tribe and watch her grow into the curious, beautiful soul she has. Tribal Council Upcoming Dates Regular Council Meeting Regular Council Meeting June 14th at 10:00 a.m. October 11th at 10:00 a.m. Regular Council Meeting General Council Meeting July 12th at 10:00 a.m. October 11th at 1:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Regular Council Meeting August 9th at 10:00 a.m. November 8th at 10:00 a.m. Regular Council Meeting Regular Council Meeting Sept 13th at 10:00 a.m. Dec 13th at 10:00 a.m. Business Council Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month, and begin at 6:00 p.m. pst CTCLUSI Community Center 338 Wallace Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420 Join by Zoom link by logging in to the Citizen Portal of www.ctclusi.org Full list of Tribal Council Regular and Business Meetings avaialbe in the Citizen Portal www.ctclusi.org July 2026 13 Elders Corner Welcome New ELDERS TRIP GRAND RONDE ELDERS DAY Sunday July 12 - Monday, July 1, 22 SPIRIT MOUNTAIN CASINO 27100 SW SALMON RIVER HWY, GRAND RONDE, OR 97347 COME IN YOUR RIBBON SKIRT OR RIBBON SHIRT!! CALL BARBARA BLACK @ 541-888-7520 TO RSVP RSVP BY JUNE 9, 2026 TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED. SPACE IS LIMITED MORE DETAILS/AGENDA TO COME Drug and Alcohol Free Event CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION Tribal Elders Tammy Rankin-Conover Leann James-Cook Supplemental Security Income Program for Elders On December 18, 2026 Tribal Council approved Resolution 25-217 to Increase the Tribal Elders Pension and Supplemental Security Income beginning on January 1, 2026. Tribal Elders aged 65 and up are eligible for this $1,000 monthly supplemental security Income. An application form is required. The form can be found on the Tribal Government website or using this web address https://laserfiche.ctclusi.org/Forms/ElderSupplemental-SecurityIncome Need assistance filling out your application or have questions about the program? Contact the Enrollment Department today at 541-435-7178. 14 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 2027 TRIBAL CALENDAR Call for Photographs Your Photo. Our Culture. Our Story. Submit your photo for an opportunity to have your work featured in the upcoming 2027 Tribal Calendar Submission Deadline: September 11, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. pst Scan the QR code for the complete submission guidelines, rules, and entry instructions Questions? Contact Morgan Gaines | mgaines@ctclusi.org | 541-888-7536 Tribal Member Accomplishment Carson McMahan Recognized for Excellence Tribal student Carson McMahan was recognized for having a 3.5 or higher GPA throughout middle school at the Fremont Middle Schools Evening of Excellence. Carson is excited to start Roseburg High School as a freshman next year, playing sports and taking honors level courses. His parents, Melinda Sprague, Kaitlyn McMahan and Daniel McMahan are so incredibly proud of his accomplishments and commitment to hard work on the field and in the classroom. 2nd Distribution for the Hands of Harvest Program Opens June 29th and Closes on July 17th Scan QR Code to open and fill out Hands of Harvests Application Form. First-come, first-served system! Be sure to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in utilizing the Farmers Market Program. Fitness Program Deadline January – June 2026 Hello Tribal families, This is a friendly reminder that all fitness submissions for the first half of the year are due by July 17th, 2026. This means any gym/sports/activity receipts you have been saving must be emailed to fitnessprogram@ctclusi.org no later than the date in bold. If your receipts do not get submitted by this date they will not be eligible for reimbursement, so please be sure to submit them on or before July 17th, to ensure you get your full reimbursement back. Thank you so much for your cooperation in making this a smooth process for everyone! For further information, please email your questions to fitnessprogram@ctclusi.org or contact Kimmy Bixby at 541744-1334. Carson McMahan July 2026 www.ctclusi.org 15 CTCLUSI Represented at Washington D.C. Tribal Caucus June 5, 2026, Tribal Council member Ashley Russell and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Courtney Krossman were sponsored by the West Coast Ocean Alliance to represent CTCLUSI alongside the other coastal Tribes represented in the Tribal Caucus in Washington D.C. to advocate for our Ocean Resources and encourage Tribal Management of resources. They were able to meet with Oregon State Delegates, agencies like NOAA and USFWS and the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs among a few other congressional committees. Krossman shared that she is “super proud of the work and advocacy of all of the Pacific Coastal Tribes and was happy to be selected to be one of my Tribes representatives, alongside Ashley for this trip!” Tribal Council member Ashley Russell and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Courtney Krossman pictured a top the Department of the Interior Building The CTCLUSI Flag represented at the National Museum of the American Indian, Washington D.C. Read full Regulated Closure Order at right. Also available online is the CTCLUSI Forest Districts Map and the Forest Access Policy. To view these documents please visit https://ctclusi.org/forest-management/ 16 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country Program Launches with Delicious and Fun Salmon Canning Event Contributed by Dennita Antonellis-John, GHWIC Project Coordinator COOS BAY – The Three Rivers Health Center Hull St. Location hosted the Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country’s very first community event, Salmon Canning, on May 30, 2026. This demonstration featured instructors from the Oregon State University’s extension services and blended hand-on skill building with food and cultural teachings about salmon. CTCLUSI cultural teachings were provided by Jesse Beers, Cultural Stewardship Manager with Department of Culture and Natural Resources. The demonstration and location offered a warm, welcoming, and also practical space where everyone could learn not just about a sacred relative, salmon, but also safe canning techniques while reconnecting through food and shared Indigenous values. The Chinook salmon itself was caught in the ocean by Tribal spouse Jeremy McGinness. This Food as Medicine activity session sparked momentum for increasing household food security for Three Rivers Health Center patients and Native community members. Attendees shared, “I’m going to leave here wanting to can everything!” and reflected, “I was always intimidated by canning... now that I know where I can reliably find instructions... I’m ready to go!” Others shared, “I’m not a CTCLUSI tribal member but being closer to another tribe while I’m away from home is healing.” And, “I was hesitant to come to this event, and I am so glad I did, I am so excited about food preservation!” Nearly every survey featured memories of Ancestors: GreatGrandmother, Grandmother, Mothers and Aunties. Beyond the hands-on learning, this event’s cultural integration was strong and intentional. Traditional foods, intergenerational participation, and teachings about respect for the lands and animal relatives were featured throughout the half-day event. Curiosity for conversation opened up important space for learning about CTCLUSI’s tribal heritage, lands, history, languages, and place. Cookbooks in all of the Tribes’ languages, diabetes care, sacred tobacco, and Clinic resources were available alongside a tasty brunch and raffle. This supported relationship building, paired with stories, lessons, and cultural wealth CTCLUSI offers to the community, is important to cultural integrity, language preservation, historical remembrance, respect for the ecosystems that support everyone, and advanced food sovereignty capabilities through shared laughter, tradition, and joy. Come join us on July 11th and 12th for “Food as Medicine” a two-day Sacred Kitchen Workshop where you will discover the gut-healing power of traditional broths, fermented foods, and more. We look forward to seeing you there. If You Need to Talk, the 988 Lifeline is Here At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. The 988 Lifeline is for everyone. Through the 988 Lifeline, you have access to free, quality, one-on-one assistance. Skilled, judgment-free counselors provide compassionate support. You deserve to feel heard and cared about anytime, anywhere, 24/7/365. Learn more online at https://988lifeline.org/ Dial or Text 988 July 2026 www.ctclusi.org 17 CTCLUSI Amongst Nine Federally Recognized Tribes of Oregon Representatives During Dedication Ceremony at State Capitol The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) Cheif Doug Barrett and Tribal Council member Julie Siestreem pictured at right with fellow leaders from the nine federally recognized Tribes in Oregon on May 26, 2026 to help dedicate the opening of the Oregon State Capitol Plaza in Salem. Representatives from seven of nine federally recognized Tribes in Oregon reflected on the past and hoped for the future during the dedication ceremony for the Capitol Plaza, where the words of their respective ancestors are engraved into the new landscape. A collection of 11 natural boulders are scattered throughout the revamped plaza and chiseled with inspiration from tribal leaders, elders, and culture bearers. The installation is titled “Oregon Voices”. Pictured top right from left are Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Vice Chair Carlos R. Calica; Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Chief Jefferson Greene; Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Chair Cheryle A. Kennedy; Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Chair Carla Keene; Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Chair Delores Pigsley; Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians Councilor Julie Siestreem; Coquille Indian Tribe Chair Brenda Meade; Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Chair Brigham; and Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians Chief Doug Barrett. Councilor Julie Siestreem and Chief Doug Barrett spoke words of gratitude and honor for all of the artists whose work were chosen to be included in the permanent installation (see cover photo). Pictured at right, Warren Brainard and Chief Doug Barrett stand in front of one of the art installations. This etched stones installed around the capitol building held a quote of our ancestor; “Look on the good things of this world. Think of things as good and clean as the sky above.” -Annie Miner Peterson, hanis/miluk coos culture bearer CTCLUSI Dental Team Represented at the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) Symposium Contributed by Rachel Crawford, Dental Assistant II In April, Three Rivers Health Center Dental Clinic employees Dr. Mary Williard, MeAnnDa Wallage, and Rachel Crawford had the opportunity to attend the 2026 National CHAP Symposium in Billings, Montana. The Northwest Portland Area Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) trains and certifies Community Health Aides to provide culturally appropriate medical, dental, and behavioral health services in tribal communities. The trip was both inspiring and rewarding. The Symposium provided an excellent opportunity to meet new people, build relationships, and exchange ideas with tribal members and leaders from across the country. It was exciting to learn that many tribes are interested in implementing CHAP in their communities. This reflects an ongoing commitment to improving healthcare access while improving health outcomes in tribal communities. Members of the Crow Nation celebrated their rich cultural traditions and heritage by displaying cultural artifacts and through drumming and dancing. Attendees were encouraged to participate in a circle dance. MeAnnDa Wallage and Rachel Crawford were honored in a blanket ceremony. Dr. Williard, Three Rivers Health Center Dental Director, and Kariann Kuntzleman, Aide Program | Indian Health Service (IHS) Executive Director of the American Dental Therapy Association, presented them with their blankets. MeAnnDa and Rachel were honored for their participation in the Pacific Northwest’s first Primary Dental Health Aide (PDHA) classes. PDHA’s are federally certified through the CHAP to deliver preventive and basic oral health care in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. “The Community Health Aide Program Dr. Williard (pictured second from right)amongst (CHAP) is a multidisciplinary system of panelists at the CHAP Symposium mid-level behavioral, community, and dental health professionals working alongside licensed providers to offer patients increased access to quality care in tribal communities.” “The vision of CHAP is a health system that is rooted in cultural knowledge and practices to strengthen the quality of life for From left to right: Sasha Rauschert, Rachel Crawford, Maison McCoy, future generations.” MeAnnDa Wallage, Natalie Montoya. Community Health (Not pictured, Elizabeth Wymer- CTCLUSI Tribal Member) 18 THE VOICE OF CLUSI July 2026 CTCLUSI Human Resources recruitment@ctclusihr.org COOS BAY JOB OPPORTUNITIES Department Special Events Health Services Health Services Health Services Health Services Maintenance Health Services* Health Services Planning Health Services Job Title Depends on Assignment ⁂ Clinical Pharmacist Community Health Nurse* Certified Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Biller Janitor* Revenue Cycle Manager* ᛝ Physician – Family Medicine* Mobile Services Specialist*⁂ Nurse Practitioner* Status OC FT FT FT FT FT FT FT PT FT Age 14+ 18+ 25+ 18+ 18+ 25+ 21+ 25+ 25+ 26+ Starting Wage Depends on Assignment $127,874/yr - DOE $83,430/yr - DOE $27.00/hr - DOE $24.65/hr - DOE $22.30/hr - DOE $117,913.52/yr - DOE $270,000/yr - DOE $24.00/hr - DOE $124,656/yr - DOE FLORENCE JOB OPPORTUNITIES Department Special Events Planning Job Title Depends on Assignment ⁂ Mobile Services Specialist*⁂ Status OC PT Age 14+ 25+ Starting Wage Depends on Assignment $24.00/hr - DOE EUGENE JOB OPPORTUNITIES Department Special Events Planning Job Title Depends on Assignment ⁂ Mobile Services Specialist*⁂ Status OC PT Age 14+ 25+ Starting Wage Depends on Assignment $24.00/hr - DOE *Position requires a valid driver’s license and ability to be insurable by CTCLUSI’s insurance agency. ᛝ This position is listed as a hybrid position for Coos Bay with remote aspects. ⁂ This position is posted for various locations. Please see the job posting for more details. Please visit Job Opportunities on the Tribes website for full job descriptions and benefits available. You may also apply for any position online. https://ctclusi.org/human-resources-job-opportunities/ Tribal Members please log in to your Citizen Portal to access additional CTCLUSI Tribal Member Job Opportunities as they become available. Updated: 06/15/2026 National Love is Kind Day, July 27th Circles of Healing would like to raise awareness for National Love Is Kind Day, which is on July 27th. This is a day for all survivors of abuse to celebrate their freedom and independence from the person(s) who hurt them. National Love Is Kind Day encourages you to consider how you treat people and how people treat you. No one wants or deserves to be hurt by the people they love. On July 27th, we ask everyone to consider how they are treating the people around them, and how they are being treated. Please remember that love is kind. If you or a loved one are experiencing or have experienced Domestic Violence, please reach out to the Circles of Healing team. We are here to help. To reach a confidential Advocate, call 541-294-8624 STAY CONNECTED Update you information with the Enrollment Department to ensure you receive the latest information about upcoming events and more! 541-888-9577 1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay, OR. 97420 national be kind day enrollment@ctclusi.org https://ctclusi.org/events/ www.ctclusi.org July 2026 19 Upcoming Events RSVP for events by calling 1-541-435-7155 July 2026 SUNDAY MONDAY 28 TUESDAY 29 30 WEDNESDAY 1 THURSDAY FRIDAY Independence Day 2 3 Observed 4 9 10 11Day 1 - Coos Bay, 12pm All Tribal Offices Closed CTCLUSI Field School 5 6 7 8 Food as Medicine Elders Trip - Grand Ronde Elders Honor Day Regular Council Meeting 10:00 am 19 14 15 16 Independence Day Food as Medicine Student Recognition Language Ceremony Coos Bay 11am - 3pm Culture Committee Meeting TBD 4pm 12 Day 2 - Coos Bay, 10am 13 SATURDAY Fitness Program 17 Reimbursement Deadline 18 Local Canoe Journey 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 31 1 Local Canoe Journey Family Pull & BBQ 26 Hands of Harvest Voucher Program 2nd Distribution Applications Open Business Council Meeting 6:00 pm August 2026 SUNDAY MONDAY 26 TUESDAY 27 28 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 29 30 FRIDAY 31 SATURDAY Continental Breakfast by 1 Sponsored Tribal Council 9:30 a.m. Storytelling & Open Mic Sponsored by Culture Coalition 10:30 a.m. 2 3 4 Salmon Ceremony baldija (Coos Bay) Salmon Remains Return (Umpqua) Salmon Remains Return (Siuslaw) 9 10 11 Regular Council Meeting 10:00 am 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 15 Elders Trip - Leavenworth, WA. 16 17 23 24 30 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 Summer Culture Camp 31 hiisəch hai - with a good heart 20 THE VOICE OF CLUSI NATIVE SON CELLARS RECEIVES GOLD Native Son Cellars 2024 Pinot Noir was selected for a gold medal, earning 91 points, by Savor NW Wine Competition. Their 2024 Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, each won a silver medal. Native Son’s 2024 line-up was the first bottling season for the newly established business, owned by Brad, Kelley and Kerry Brainard. They just completed their 2025 bottling of white wines, and will bottle their 2025 red wines, late this summer. “We only entered three of our wines and they all won! In retrospect, we wish we had entered all five of our varietals (to include the Rose of Pinot Noir and our Cabernet Sauvignon).” SavorNW Wine Awards showcases the best of the Pacific Northwest wines. They are one of the largest annual wine competitions that includes Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia. All wines are evaluated in a blind judging by three person panels including some of the top wine professionals in the Northwest including wine writers, buyers and experts. SavorNW.com will feature a review of each gold winner, highlighting their tasting notes in the next few weeks. Native Son Cellars is the signature wine served at the Bonfire restaurant at Three Rivers Casino & Resort in Florence, or you can visit the gift shop, and take home a bottle or two. Need a Ride? If you live within our five-county service area and need help accessing public transportation, please contact Kathy Perkins at 541-888-9577 ext. 7550 or email kperkins@ctclusi.org For Coos County Tribal Members All CTCLUSI Tribal Members can ride CCAT public transportation services free of charge. This benefit includes all regularly scheduled public transit routes. Please note that demand-response services, such as Dial-a-Ride, are available only to riders who are 65 years of age or older or who have a qualifying disability. Assistance with the application process is available if you would like to apply for these services. When boarding, please present your Tribal ID to the driver to receive your free fare benefit. July 2026 --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aconfederated_clusi%3A166807ec277e3ec2. Public record. Not legal advice.