NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS (2017)
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The Voice of
CLUSI
February 2017
Issue 2
Volume 18
www.ctclusi.org
NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS
Amanda Trail Bridge Updates: A Happy Start to the New Year
Contributed by Joanne Kittel, Honorary Tribal Member
On Dec. 19, 2016 a massive landslide
originating 1.5 miles east of the Amanda Bridge,
destroyed the bridge, Amanda Statue, and over
400 conifers. Huge effort by Oregon Parks and
Recreation Department (OPRD), Urban Forestry
Program of the Angell Job Corps, Siuslaw National
Forest, Lincoln County Jail Crew staff, the City of
Yachats Trails Crew, and other volunteers, 88 in
all, salvaged and installed a temporary bridge,
fixed stairs, and created a new Amanda Gathering
Area. Joan Wikler and Beth Cook, the couple
who commissioned several statues including the
first Amanda in 1999, donated their statue to the
Amanda Trail.
OPRD applied for FEMA funds to compensate
for the destruction. On January 4, the funds were
awarded in full, $124,000 (minus $2400, costs Tribal members and members of the Yachats community gathered to participate in the Annual Amanda
already incurred to dismantle the former bridge Trail Peace Hike on New Year’s Day. January 1st has been declared as Indigenous Peoples Day by the
and set up the temporary bridge). The purpose Yachats Community. You can read the City of Yachats Resolution in the January 2017 edition of The
Voice of CLUSI. Visit www.ctclusi.org/communications to view previous Tribal newsletters.
of the funds are to rebuild a bridge across the
Photograph courtesy of Joanne Kittel.
Amanda Creek and to restore the immediate
area. No additional information is forthcoming yet
as to what type of bridge and if the funds will be
sufficient.
Additionally, our local conservation nonprofit,
View the Future ( I am board chair) has a restricted
tax deductible fund for the Amanda Trail. A number
Congratulations
of projects have been achieved for the Amanda
Raquel Helms!
Trail over the past 7 years from this fund. About
$800 was raised for that fund at the 7th Annual New
The 2017 Spring Break
Year’s Day Peace Hike and Indigenous Peoples
Camp Logo will be an
Day in Yachats last month. Part of those funds
altered version inspired
will be spent on replacing the present information
by an original art piece
box at the gathering that has the story of the
by Tribal Youth Raquel!
Prison Camp years and Amanda written by David
Petrie in 2010. Information being the same, it will
Raquel’s artwork is
be replaced by two more aesthetic and enduring
pictured at left and will
interpretive signs. Even though the wording will
also
be featured online
be essentially the same, Jesse Beers and Mark
at
Petrie will of course be consulted through every
www.ctclusi.org
step including selection of the pictures that will be
added. The Chief, Tribal Council, Jesse Beers
and Mark Petrie will be kept apprised on updates
about the upcoming projects.
WINNER of the 2017
Spring Break Camp Logo Contest
Save the Date
Elders Honor Day
March 17 - 18, 2017
Are you skilled in the traditional or contemporary arts?
Elders Honor Day is accepting gifts to be raffled during the event.
Please contact Andrew Brainard @ 541-888-7533
Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
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Tribal Council Business
As Reported at the January 8, 2017 Regular Tribal Council Meeting
Chief Warren Brainard:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting; Budget Hearing; Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 13 Land Board Meeting
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Jan 5 Foundation Meeting
Jan 6 Investment Committee Meeting
Jan 7 Government Employee Dinner
Doc Slyter:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting; Budget Meeting; Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Dec 20-21 Winter Solstice
Jan 1 New Year’s Walk in Yachats: Indigenous Day
Beaver Bowen:
Not Present
Teresa Spangler, Vice - Chairman:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting; Budget Hearing; Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Dec 29 Economic Development Workgroup
Jan 5 Three Rivers Foundation Meeting
Jan 6 Investment Committee Meeting
Jan 7 Government Employee Dinner
Arron McNutt:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting; Budget Hearing: Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Jan 6 Investment Committee Meeting
Tara Bowen:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting; Budget Hearing; Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Mark Ingersoll, Chairman:
Dec 11 Regular Business Meeting: Budget Hearing: Executive
Management Meeting
Dec 15 Kiwanis Christmas Dinner
Dec 14 Executive Work Session
Jan 7 Government Employee Dinner
Next Council Meeting
February 12, 2017
Tribal Community Center
10:00 a.m.
CTCLUSI Resolutions
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-001
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Certification of Cigarette Tax Refund Agreement
for 2017
Explanation: To satisfy the requirements set out in the Cigarette
Tax Refund Agreement with the State of Oregon, the Tribal
Council certified that 449 Tribal members reside within the Five
County Services Area. A refund for state cigarette taxes collected
on sales to Tribal members upon Tribal land will be made to the
Tribes based upon that information.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-002
Date of Passage:
January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Approval of Enrollment of New Tribal Members
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the enrollment of six
applicants and found and certified them to be Members of
the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw
Indians effective January 8, 2017.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-003
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Changes and Corrections to the Roll - Name
Changes
Explanation: Tribal Council accepted and approved the
Enrollment Committee’s recommendation to change the names
of three current enrolled Tribal Members.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-004
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Enrollment - Active to Historic
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the removal of Nicholas
Peter Goellner’s name from the Roll, approved entering his
name in the Tribal Historical File for a permanent record and
placing his name on the plaque located in the Tribal Hall.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-005
Date of Passage:
January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Engagement Letter with REDW, LLC for
Governance and Organizational Assessment and Board Training
Explanation: Tribal Council approved an Engagement
Letter with REDW to provide a third-party assessment of the
governance and organizational structure for Tribal Government
Enterprises and an analysis of the current debt load of the Three
Rivers Casino and other enterprises.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-006
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Engagement Letter with REDW, LLC for
Financial Management Training
Explanation: Tribal Council approved an Engagement Letter
with REDW to provide financial management training to the
Tribal Council, governing boards and executive management
in order to improve the understanding of these bodies with
regard to the intricacies of managing the financial aspects of
operating the Tribal Government and its enterprises.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-007
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Committee Appointments
Explanation: Tribal Council appoints individuals to eight
committee positions and corresponding terms of service.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-008
Date of Passage: January 8, 2017
Subject (title): Approval of Appointment of New Election Board
Members
Explanation: Tribal Council approves the appointment of two
individuals to the Election Board for positions and
terms of service.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-009
Date of Passage: By oral resolution on January 8, 2017, ratified
by this printed resolution on January 10, 2017.
Subject (title): Gaming Facility Operational Review Board –
Suspension of Operation and Tribal Council Assumption of Duties
Explanation: Effective January 8, 2017, Tribal Council suspended
the operation of GFORB until further action is taken by resolution
of the Tribal Council. During the time in which the operation of GFORB
is suspended, Tribal Council shall assume all duties and
responsibilities of GFORB as identified in Chapter 7-8 of the Tribal
Code. Tribal Council extended its gratitude to the current GFORB
members for their continuing service to the Tribes, and requested
their assistance as the Tribes undertakes the important work of
assessing the governance and organization of its enterprises.
Information
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
ATTENTION VETERANS
AND FAMILIES
Veterans we need your help. Native American Medal
of Honor Medallions are awarded to Veterans at
the Salmon Ceremony each year. Please contact Jan
Lawrence at 541-888-7538 or at jlawrence@ctclusi.org
for new requirements needed to be honored.
COMMITTEE INTEREST LIST
If you are a Tribal member and intersted in being
on a committee, please contact Jeannie McNeil,
541-888-7506. 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.
US FOREST SERVICE
NORTHWEST FOREST PASSES
Now available at the Tribal Administration Building,
Florence and Springfield 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.
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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., 1245 Fulton Ave., Coos Bay,
OR 97420. Phone: 541-888-7506 or Fax: 541888-2853.
TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
Full video available at www.ctclusi.org
If you would like to receive typed copies or
an audio CD of the Tribal Council meeting
minutes send a written request, including
your current address to Jeannie McNeil, 1245
Fulton Ave. Coos Bay, OR 97420.
Tribal Council
Upcoming Events
February 4 & 5 – Weaving Class – Tribal
Hall, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
February 7th – Ladies Self-Care Activity,
Community Center, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
February 11th – Beading & Paddle Making,
Chifin Native Youth Center, Springfield 10 a.m.
February 11th & 12th – Weaving Class –
Portland (location to be determined)
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
February 12th – Regular Council Meeting,
Community Center, 10 a.m.
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February 21 – Tribal Family Gathering –
TRCR, Florence 5:30 p.m.
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February 25 – Youth Kayak & Water
Training, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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March 4 & 5 – Weaving Class – Portland
(location to be determined)
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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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
March 11th - Spring Break Training/
OnBoarding for Counselors/CITs
March 11th & 12th – Weaving Class – Coos
Bay, Tribal Hall 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
March 12th – Regular Council Meeting,
Community Center, 10 a.m.
March 14th - Ladies Self-Care Activity,
Community Center, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
March 17th & 18th – Elders Honor Day,
TRC in Florence
March 21st – Tribal Family Gathering –
Hometown Buffet, Springfield 6:00 p.m.
March 23rd - Community Job Fair, Three
Rivers Casino/Events Center
March 25th & 26th – Weaving Class – Spruce
Root Dig/Processing: Horse Fall Area
March 27th – 31st – Spring Break Camp
Join a Committee
Enrollment, Housing, Education, Culture, Health, Elders, Budget,
Investment, and Garden Committees are always accepting letters
of interest. Would you like to serve on a Tribal committee? Submit
your letter of interest to Jeannie McNeil at jmcneil@ctclusi.org. All
letters of interest are kept on file for one year.
CTCLUSI Departments, Services & Offices
Government Office
Alexis Barry
Chief Executive Officer
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-9577
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
abarry@ctclusi.org
Purchased/Referred Care
(FKA Contract Health
Services)
Sharon Arnold - PRC Specialist
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-4873
Toll free 1-800-227-0392
Fax 541-888-5388
sarnold@ctclusi.org
Elders Activities
Andrew Brainard
CHR/Elders Activity Program
Coordinator
1245 Fulton Ave.
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-7526
Fax 541-888-5388
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
imontiel@ctclusi.org
Education Department
Angela Bowen-Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-888-1317
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
abowen@ctclusi.org
Tribal Court
J.D. Williams
Chief Judge
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-9577
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
tribalct@ctclusi.org
Department of Human
Resources
Stephanie Watkins - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-888-7508
Toll Free: 1-888-280-0726
Fax: 888-723-3270
swatkins@ctclusihr.org
Family Services
Shayne Platz, Lead Case
Manager
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-744-1334
Toll Free 1-800-877-2718
Fax 541-744-1349
splatz@ctclusi.org
Cultural Department
Jesse Beers - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1319
Fax 541-888-2853
jbeers@ctclusi.org
Tribal Housing Department
Linda Malcomb - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1310
Fax 541-888-2853
lmalcomb@ctclusi.org
Tribal Dental Clinic
Dr. Sarah Rodgers
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-6433
Toll free 1-877-688-6433
Fax 541-888-7505
Health & Human
Services Division
Vicki Faciane - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-7515
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-5388
vfaciane@ctclusi.org
Springfield Outreach Office
1126 Gateway Loop
Suite 102
Springfield, OR 97477
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
Tribal Gaming Commission
Brad Kneaper
Executive Director of the
Gaming Commission
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-2830
Fax 541-997-7293
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Tribal Police
Brad Kneaper
Chief Law Enforcement Officer
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-6011
Fax 541-902-6507
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Department of Natural
Resources
Margaret Corvi
Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1304
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
mcorvi@ctclusi.org
Warren Brainard,
Chief
Tribal Chief
541-297-1655 (cell)
wbrainard@ctclusi.org
Doc Slyter
Position #1 Council
541-808-7625 (cell)
dslyter@ctclusi.org
Beaver Bowen
Position #2 Council
541-290-4531 (cell)
bbowen@ctclusi.org
Mark Ingersoll,
Chairman
Position #3 Council
541-290-4610 (cell)
mingersoll@ctclusi.org
Tara Bowen
Position #4 Council
541-808-7394
tbowen@ctclusi.org
Teresa Spangler,
Vice Chair
Position #5 Council
541-808-4828 (cell)
tspangler@ctclusi.org
Arron McNutt
Position #6 Council
541-297-1183 (cell)
amcnutt@ctclusi.org
Council Meeting
February 12, 2017
Community Center
338 Wallace Street
Coos Bay, OR 97420
10:00 a.m.
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Minutes as
needed
4. Tribal Council Reports
5. Tribal Administrator 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
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Purchased/Referred Care Update: New Year, New Benefits
Contributed by Starla Brown, CTCLUSI PRC Specialist
The beginning of a new year – January 1 – also starts a new
benefit year. Things to keep in mind are:
• General Information: Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) is
available to eligible Tribal members who live in the 5-county
service area and who re-apply annually. PRC 2017 forms
were due back to PRC office by November 18, 2016. If you
have not completed your application for 2017, you will not
be able to get a purchase order or fill prescriptions. You can
fill out your form online at www.ctclusi.org (you don’t need a
login) or you can call (541) 888-4873 to have a form mailed
to you.
• Medical: Most insurance coverage and deductibles start
fresh on January 1. If you are purchasing or are covered
under an insurance plan other than OHP, please be aware
of and follow the requirements for your coverage. This
includes, but is not limited to, the following:
o Primary care: If your provider is ‘not in network’,
please find a provider who will accept your insurance.
o Your insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Behavioral
Health, Vision and Prescription coverage) and/
or alternate resource must be used prior to PRC
payment.
o PRC cannot reimburse for anything paid out of pocket.
Call PRC before paying any co-pays, deductibles, etc.
o If you have changed insurance, please provide PRC
with a copy of BOTH sides of your card(s).
• Pharmacy: You must use a pharmacy that can bill
CTCLUSI PRC. You must also inform your pharmacy
of any insurance coverage you have which will pay for
your medications. Your insurance or alternate resource
(Medicare, OHP, VA benefits) is the primary payor before
CTCLUSI.
• Vision benefit: $500 for the calendar year (January
1 – December 31). You must use a provider who will bill
CTCLUSI.
• Dental benefit: $1,700 for the calendar year (January 1
– December 31). This benefit covers payment to outside
providers as well as lab costs incurred for treatment at the
CTCLUSI Dental Clinic. (The spousal benefit applies only
for work done in the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic and does not
cover lab fees.)
o You must get a purchase order for any visit to a dentist
other than the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic.
o You are responsible for all costs that exceed your
annual benefit. Benefits do not carry over from one
year to the next. (If you are going to need extensive
dental work, you may want to consider purchasing
dental insurance or contributing to a Health Savings
Account or Healthcare Reimbursement Account
through your employer.)
o If you are having major dental work, your dentist must
send PRC a treatment plan for pre-approval BEFORE
any substantial treatment takes place.
o When using the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic, please
remember if you need a crown, dentures, mouth
guard or anything else that is sent to an outside lab,
you MUST get a purchase order. You must also make
sure you have enough benefits to cover the cost. You
are responsible for any costs that exceed the annual
dental benefit. The Dental staff can help you but
they are NOT responsible for lack of funds and or for
obtaining a purchase order number for you. If you are
going to need work in excess of your dental benefits at
the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic, talk to the staff about your
options before the work begins.
o Dental benefits DO NOT cover cosmetics such as
bleaching, implants, veneers, etc.
o There is no benefit for orthodontia.
o If you have OHP, you are required to use a dentist that
accepts OHP – the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic is an OHP
provider.
• Chiropractic visits: 8 per calendar year.
• Physical Therapy: 11 visits per problem. If your doctor
suggests more visits, please have them send chart notes
and medical necessity documentation to PRC for preapproval.
Hearing aids: $5,000 every 5 years.
Newborn coverage: You MUST start the child’s Tribal
enrollment process ASAP. CTCLUSI PRC will cover the
child’s medical care for 6 months from birth. If the child is
not enrolled after 6 months, the child is not eligible for PRC
until he/she is enrolled in the Tribe.
o Please note that Tribal enrollment and PRC enrollment
are two separate processes – you must complete
both to get PRC medical coverage for the child. We
recommend you begin the paperwork before the baby
is born. Please contact us if you have any questions.
• OHP: If you are on the Oregon Health Plan, you must use
a provider who accepts OHP. If you do not use an OHP
provider, payment will be denied by PRC (this is a Federal
regulation).
• Medicare: If you are currently on Medicare, or will be before
the end of the year:
o When you receive your annual benefit statement,
please send a copy to PRC as soon as possible.
PRC will reimburse for Medicare Part B and Part D
premiums once we receive the statement. We cannot
back-pay for premiums.
o If you’ll be turning 65 this year, we recommend you
begin the application process for Medicare three
(3) months before your birth month to ensure your
coverage begins when you turn 65. PRC cannot
reimburse for penalties resulting from delayed
application for Medicare.
If you are eligible for an alternate resource (any coverage that
is provided at no cost to you, or for which you are reimbursed
– such as OHP, Medicare, Veteran’s benefits, CHIP, etc.), you
are REQUIRED to enroll and to maintain the coverage for as
long as you are eligible. If you do not have any other coverage
(private insurance, Medicare, Veteran’s benefits), you must
either apply for OHP, provide a current denial letter from OHP or
provide proof of income to remain eligible for Purchase/Referred
Care. If your denial letter is older than 180 days, especially if
your household or employment circumstances have changed,
you may be required to apply again. Failure to comply with
requirements related to alternate resources may result in denial
of PRC resources.
Finally, please remember you must contact PRC as soon as
possible with any changes (address, phone number, insurance
coverage, etc.). If you have any questions, please call Starla
Brown or Sharon Arnold in PRC at (541) 888-4873. Please have
a happy, healthy and safe 2017!
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For Tribal Members
of All Ages.
Family
Services
Employment
Program
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower
Umpqua, & Siuslaw Indians
Family Services Department
Resume Assistance
Job Search Skill Building
Job InterviewingTechniques.
Career Planning
Assistance
Clothing Assistance for
New Employment
Family Services Staff
Coos Bay Office
Lovel Lewis 541-888-7516
Meagan Davenport 541-888-1311
Springfield Outreach Office
Shayne Platz 541-744-1334
Program is based on available funding and other qualifying criteria. Please Contact Family Services to Learn More.
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CTCLUSI Welcomes our New
Diabetes Program Coordinator
Tribal Member Laurie Northey
Joins TRCR Team
Contributed by Vicki Faciane, Director of Health & Human Services
Danelle “Dani” Bliss has recently
joined the Confederated Tribes
of the Coos, Lower Umpqua
and Siuslaw as the Diabetes
Program
Coordinator.
Dani
comes from an 18-year medical
background including Birthing
Technician, EMT Advanced, CPR
Instruction, Emergency Room/
EKG Technician, Orthopedic
and Surgical Technician. Dani
frequently worked 2 medical
positions at the same time while
working on her education. Most
recently Dani was employed for
the last 4 1/2 years as Diabetes
Health Educator for the Coquille
Indian Tribe.
Dani Bliss
Dani holds an Associate’s
Degree in Applied Science, General Science, and Oregon
Transfer Degree from Southwestern Oregon Community College.
She also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Studies from Eastern
Oregon University with a minor in Cultural Anthropology where she
Graduated Cum Laude with a 3.6 GPA. Dani is currently 10 months
from completing her Master’s Degree in Integrated Healthcare
Management at Western Governors University and plans on
pursuing her PHD in Philosophy in Health Sciences through the
University of South Dakota. Dani also holds certifications in Project
Management, Personal Training, Diabetes Education, Arthritis
Exercise and Motivational Interviewing.
In her spare time Dani enjoys mushroom hunting, kayaking,
treasure hunting on the beach, singing, and spending time with
her daughter Zoey, husband Frankie, her parents Kim and Iris,
her cats Eeyore and Gwen and her adorable Aussiedoodle Nani.
Dani is elated to be part of the CTCLUSI team and is passionate
in serving the Native people and their families. Please join me in
welcoming Dani to CTCLUSI!
Contributed by Pam Hickson, Recruitment Specialist Human Resources
Laurie Northey remembers
coming to the Grand Opening
of the Three Rivers Casino in
Florence in 2004, so it’s fitting
now that she’s embraced this
as her new home.
Laurie lived in the Grants
Pass area for over 13 years
where she managed an
apartment complex for senior
and disabled individuals. A
Lower Umpqua Tribal Member
with CTCLUSI, she recently
accepted a position as a Host
in the Three Rivers Casino
restaurants and moved back
to the coast near her brother.
Working and independence
Laurie Northey
are very important to Laurie.
She also boasts that she is a proud Grandma to 8 grandkids
ranging in age from grade school to in their 20’s.
In her free time, Laurie says she loves to can. She says she
keeps jams, fruits & vegetables for herself; but admits to giving
more away to friends & family. Laurie also loves making quilts,
and plans to get exercise (including swimming) back into her
life.
Laurie’s smile is infectious, and she’s a welcome addition to
the Three Rivers Team!
Spring Break Camp
4-H Camp in Salem, Oregon — March 27—31, 2017
(mandatory training on March 11, 2017)
Are you a positive role model?
Do you enjoying working with others in a team environment?
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Do you enjoy working with Tribal Youth and Staff?
Then Sign Up and be a Counselor (ages 18+) or
Counselor-In-Training (ages 16+)
(Must be CTCLUSI Tribal Member, CTCLUSI Spouse or Domestic Partner or applicant with
longstanding relationship with the Tribe and are in Tribal Families.)
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application (Open Now)
Website: www.ctclusi.org
If you have any questions, please call Pam Hickson at 541-902-6504
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This Month...be on the Lookout for Big Leaf Maple
Contributed by Ashley Russell, Water Protection Specialist
Plant description: The Big Leaf Maple is in the
family Aceraceae, the maple family. Other culturally
significant species in this family include the vine leaf
maple. A large deciduous tree that reaches heights
of up to 160 feet, this moss and fern covered giant
generally prefers damp, gravelly soils, like those
found in riparian areas, and is typically found on
the margins of meadows, coniferous forests, and
streams. Its large 5-lobbed leaves are the largest
of any maple, which emerge in April to May from
fragrant greenish-yellow flower pendants.
Fiber: The inner bark of big leaf maples provided
basketry and clothing materials, with the latter
being the most popular. The bark was pounded
over a log and worked into strips to be used to make
skirts and capes. Some maple strips were dyed
red with alder bark or black with “black mud” and
alternated with the natural colored strips to make a
decorative contrast. The best time to gather maple
bark is when the sap is “running”, which usually
begins in February, and is easily pulled from the
tree. In previous years, the best time to pull maple
bark has been late March to the middle of May,
depending on ones’ local.
Finely pounded maple bark strips were braided into headbands,
which were worn by children and women. Men preferred to wear Hanis: hulik’
buckskin headbands over bark ones. Pack straps were made from
Miluk: hulik’
braided maple bark as well.
Skirts and capes were also made out of maple leaves or sword
Siuslaw: sna
ferns for the annual summer solstice dance.
A large piece of maple bark was often times folded into a trough Scientific Name: Acer Macrophyllum
for cooking.
Food: Sometimes the dried and pounded inner cambium layer was
also used in broths as a thickening agent. The more common source
of food, although not believed to be traditionally utilized, is the sap of the Big Leaf Maple, which usually begins running this month.
The sap is usually sweeter and easier to “tap” in late winter, especially when the weather has abruptly warmed as a prelude to spring.
Sap is obtained from medium-diameter maple trees by scoring the outer bark or boring a 2 to 3 inch hole at a slight angle to insure
that the sap drains downward out of the tree. The raw, watery sap can be used as a nutritious, maple-flavoring for any beverage,
bread, soup, etc. The sap can also be further processed to make maple syrup:
Fill a pot with sap and heat until sap slow boils. Add more sap as the level of sap in the pot drops. Skim off any foam, being ever
mindful to not let the sap burn or boil over. The sap will sweeten and thicken as it boils. Boil until the syrup’s level of sweetness has
reached your liking. Further filtering may be required to remove any crystalized sugars.
*Note: Larger volumes of sap should be boiled outdoors or with good ventilation to prevent excessive humidity and condensation
indoors.
Technology: The wood of the big leaf maple was sometimes carved into canoe paddles as well as pestles, bowls and ladles.
CTCLUSI Assisted with Water Quality Monitoring During Removal of Sunken Vessel in Coos Bay
CTCLUSI assisted with water quality monitoring during the removal of the sunken fishing vessel Western from Coos Bay in
December. Full story in the upcoming March 2017 edition of The Voice of CLUSI.
Photographs courtesy of Scott Brewen
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Place Names of the Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Contributed by Patricia (Patty) Whereat Phillips
This is the second in a long series exploring indigenous place names – mostly in the Hanis, Milluk and Siuslawan languages. I’ll start at the south end of Coos
country and meander northward to the northern edge of Siuslaw country (the Stonefield wayside/Tenmile creek), and after that perhaps continue to names
around the old Alsea subagency, and beyond.
Pronunciation guide for indigenous words is at https://shichils.wordpress.com/about/
SOUTH SLOUGH & CAPE ARAGO
South Slough was the heartland of the Milluk-speaking
people on Coos Bay (the Nasomah, the Lower Coquille at the
mouth of the Coquille river, also spoke Milluk). Perhaps one of
the most curious stories about the history of South Slough itself
is that many Indian people said at one time, it was not a slough
at all, but a lake! And how could that be, you might ask? Well, at
one time, the mouth of Coos Bay was to the north of its current
outlet – around Jarvis landing. Lottie Evanoff told a story about
what she had heard about it from her father, Empire chief Doloos
Jackson:
One bad winter when Lottie was a girl the Coos River cut through
at Jarvis Landing and ran through there one winter for several
months... And Lottie’s father said that he heard a tradition from
his ancestors that the Coos River used to flow there, and Jarvis
landing was at that ancient time (long before Lottie’s father’s time)
the main entrance of Coos Bay...but there at that time was an
exist to South Slough like a mere creek running where now the
Coos Bay mouth is now.”1
Daisy Wasson Codding (Upper Coquille/Milluk) had also
heard stories of South Slough (and Isthmus Slough) being lakes
long ago:*
Grandmother (Gishgiyu) told us a story of how South Slough
was a lake & Isthmus was a lake. The opening of the bay was
by North slough at Jarvis landing. The sea broke through at the
heads and a huge animal came in-a monster with one horn on its
nose a strange thing unknown here. Two men were working on
the trail where the Camman road is now making a canoe. They
heard a noise of breaking thru the brush and saw a big animal. It
hooked on its hown and broke it. Indians ran and hollered...2
At some point in history, the mouth of the bay turned south
and South Slough became more like what we know it today
-although before the building of the jetties at the end of the 19th
century, the water near the mouth was rougher and people timed
trips in canoes with tides, carefully. Unfortunately, few Milluk
names were recorded for this region. We do know the main Milluk
village was Millukwich. It was described as being ‘at the mouth
of south slough’ and ‘at Charleston’. Another place name was a
flat at the east end of Charleston, Xdánan, which mean ‘against’
(apparently describing the location of the flat up against a hill).
There used to be a Charleston point on the west side of
the slough, reportedly washed away in part long ago. The name
of the point and apparently also a small cove in it was Gigdanu,
which meant ‘lodged against’ in reference to driftwood that lodged
up against the shore there.
There is a little confusion as to the name of South Slough
itself. Lottie Evanoff at one point called it in Hanis Ya’aixink’ich.
Ya’ai mean ‘other’, and xink’ich appears to be a contracted form
of ‘creek’ (xlanik’) plus a locative meaning ‘on, at’. So literally, ‘the
other creek’. However in later conversations with Coquille/Coos
sisters Daisy and Lolly, they agreed that at least the upper slough
(perhaps the whole slough) was known was Witl’ich. Witl’- is a
verb that means ‘to cross over, to go over a hill or divide’. The
name would seem to refer crossing over from the head of South
Slough south to Whiskey Run and the Coquille River.
Lottie had to think for a long time on the name of Joe Ney
Slough. She thought it was Halchchinuu. An interesting name
as it appears again for another slough far up the bay (as Halch)
and it has a colorful meaning. The suffix is an obscure one to me
but does appear on a handful of Milluk place names, halch- is
a verb meaning ‘to wipe one’s posterior’. Why this name was
applied to Joe Ney was never said. This slough was known for its
run of gweshukw, an annual run of sardines (Sardinops sagax).
Collver Point was nicknamed Tlestles di xinxin, meaning
cormorant’s roost. Several places had this nickname, in reference
to wherever cormorants (tlestles) were nesting. The northern
end of Sunset Bay was also called this.
According to Lottie, Valino Island was called Dle’eye, which
appears to be derived from the Milluk word for island, dla’a.
The Winchester arm of the upper slough is Tlíyamanii.
The name for the other arm, Sengstacken, is less clear. Elliott
Creek feeds into this, and Lolly (Wasson) Metcalf said “Elliott
Slough” was Tsa’tsiiyam. By this she might have been referring
to Elliott Creek and the Sengstacken arm.
A name was given for Cape Arago just once – Frank Drew
called it Baldíiyasa. However this name has appeared elsewhere,
referring to another coastal site. The root of the word, bald-, is
also the root for the Hanis and Milluk word for ‘ocean’, ‘west’ and
in Milluk, also the word for sand. So this word may not have been
the original name of the cape, and can refer to any outer coast
location.
At Gregory Point, there was a village, known in Milluk as
Baldicha and in Hanis Baldich.
Unfortunately the name for Coos Head was forgotten, but
nearby Tunnel Point was xitlxaldich, meaning ‘dim light, becomes
daylight’.
Down at Sunset Bay, Lottie insisted that Big Creek was
also literally big creek in the native languages – in Hanis Hemis
Xink’ich and in Milluk Wát’amon (wa=big, t’amon=creek). I
don’t know if she was just translating the English name, or if there
is a long history of calling that place ‘big creek’ (although it doesn’t
seem that big of a creek to me, so a rather odd name).
I am not sure exactly what creek is being referred to, but
several informants said there was a creek near Coos Head, just
to the bay side of it and ‘north of the second lifesaving station’
was known in Milluk as Elt’amon. This translates to...well, to put
it as politely in English as possible, as ‘manure creek’. If anyone
knows what creek this is, please let me know.
Well, that concludes South Slough and Cape Arago for
now. Next month we’ll explore some of the lower portions of the
main bay and North Spit.
*The story of a one-horned hollering beast attacking a canoemaker was a popular story at Coos Bay and Coquille, and there
are several versions of it. For another version, see “Holleringlike-a-Person” on page 259 of “Pit Woman and Other Stories”, a
collection of stories told by Coquelle Thompson edited by William
Seaburg.
SOURCES
Harrington, John P. 1942. Alsea, Siuslaw, Coos, Southwest Oregon Athapaskan: Vocabularies,
Linguistic Notes, Ethnographic and Historical Notes. John Peabody Harrington Papers, Alaska/
Northwest Coast, in National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC.
Jacobs, Melville. 1932-34. Coos Ethnologic Notes, Notebooks 91-99, 101, Jacobs Collection, University
of Washington Archives, Seattle.
Maloney, Alice and Joe Maloney. 1933. Coos ethnographic notes from Joe and Alice B. Maloney.
Melville Jacobs papers, Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries, Seattle WA.
Seaburg, William, ed. 2004. Pitch Woman and Other Stories: The Oral Traditions of Coquelle
Thompson, Upper Coquille Athabaskan Indian. University of Nebraska Press.
(Endnotes)
1 Harrington 1942[23]:983a
2 Maloney 1933: 9
Housing Department Annual Performance Report
Contributed by Linda Malcomb, Director of Housing
As required by HUD the Housing Department must complete
and submit an Annual Performance Report each year. This report details what programs and activities have been completed
by the Housing Department during 2016. To review the document and make comments, please contact Linda Malcomb at
1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420 or at 541-888-1310.
All comments must be received by the Housing Department
staff no later than March 9, 2017.
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February 2017
Winter Solstice 2016
Contributed by Mark Petrie, Cultural Assistant and Tobacco Grant Coordinator
Camp Scheduled for July 10-14, 2017
(Orientation/Training on July 10, 2017)
Now accepting applications for Counselors –in- Training (Ages 16+) and Counselors (Ages 18+).
Culture Camp provides Tribal Counselors and youth with the opportunity to learn and teach
traditional skills from cooking to games, as well as how to be better stewards of our lands and
waters in a beautiful setting.
The shortest day and longest night fell on Wednesday,
December 21st this time around. Four of us slept in the plank
house which was warmed by a ceremonially blessed fire;
special thanks to Tribal Council Person Doc Slyter for leading
the ceremony. In the Tribal Hall we had beading, regalia making
and game activities. Warm meals were provided to keep the
cold weather at bay. This year two salmon were donated for
dinner by Tribal youth, Dylan Brainard. They were locally caught
and delicious. Thank you Dylan!
Winter time is story season. Getting together, sitting around
a warm fire and listening to stories has been something we’ve
done for generations and generations. We have very old stories
that have been passed down by our ancestors. Patty WhereatPhillips has done extensive research and work on our stories.
Here is a piece Patty wrote from a forthcoming work in progress
on translating some legends from Hanis to English:
Storytelling Traditions
Questions? Call: 541-902-6504 or 541-888-7523
Or email dwill@ctclusihr.org
Apply online www.ctclusi.org ~ Deadline: April 28, 2017
(Accepting Applications January 13, 2017 – April 28, 2017)
Culture Camp 2017
July 10 – 14, 2017
(Orientation/Training on July 10, 2017)
Program and Application information
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
WHAT IS Culture Camp?
Culture Camp is a yearly camp sponsored by the CTCLUSI Culture Department for Tribal family youth, 8-18 years
of age. This year’s location of Culture camp is to be determined. CTCLUSI offers job opportunities for the
positions of Counselor and Counselor in Training. These positions are responsible for providing assistance and
support to the Camp Director in carrying out activities during the youth camp as well as providing direct
supervision for the youth campers.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
To be eligible to participate in the 2017 Culture Camp:
Meet minimum requirements as outlined in the position description and can be inquired through Human Resources.
The job posting may also be found on the CTCLUSI website at www.ctclusi.org or by contacting Human
Resources.
WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF SELECTION?
The Recruitment Specialist for Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians will review
online applications for completeness and administer the evaluation process. All qualified applicants will be
forwarded to the Camp Director for review. The following criteria are considered during the selection process:
presentation of application, and involvement in the Native community. An appointed committee conducts a final
review of the application and makes an official selection of awarded applicants.
WHEN IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE?
Online applications must be received by 4pm on Friday, April 28, 2017
Apply online at www.ctclusi.org or by contacting Human Resources
WHEN WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IF YOU ARE SELECTED?
All qualified applicants will be notified by Friday, July 3, 2017 by Human Resources.
WHAT ARE THE EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS?
Culture Camp Counselors must meet the following award requirements.
Complete Online Application by the specified deadline (see Human Resources if you unable to see
announcement online)
Must be interviewed, pass reference checks and selected by the appointed committee.
Pass pre-employment drug test
Pass background information and obtain fingerprints, processed Tribal Police Department
WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?
Jesse Beers, Camp Director
Cultural Department for CTCLUSI
Phone: (541) 297-0748
Email: jbeers@ctclusi.org
Department of Human Resources
Phone: (541) 902-6504
(541) 888-7523
Email: phickson@ctclusihr.org
dwill@ctclusihr.org
Deadline to apply – Friday, April 28, 2017
(Applications Accepted January 13, 2017– April 28, 2017)
In this volume, there are stories told in the Hanis language
(though not all the stories are Hanis in origin) that I have
retranslated into English as lines, like poetry. The inspiration for
this comes from linguist and folklorist Dell Hymes, who worked
for decades studying many Native languages and looking for
clues in patterning of oral stories based on clues from the telling
of stories in indigenous languages. These stories were originally
oral – meant to be told and heard. As such, they are different
in form and structure than written stories. They tend to repeat
certain aspects of a story, and as such they are more ‘readable’
when translated as lines rather than blocks of prose text.
In the Coosan languages two categories of stories were
recognized. Hechit’ (Hanis) or basaq’ (Milluk) were legends of
ancient times, before human beings were in the world. The
world is usually transformed in some way and near the end of
the story it was often said “the last people” or “the last generation
shall see you”, meaning when humans enter the world, this is
what they shall know and experience. Laqauwiyat’as (Hanis and
Milluk) were supposed to be history, stories of human events.
The information about storytelling customs that have come
down to us are somewhat contradictory, at least at first glance.
Annie Peterson once said stories were told only in winter time,
as there wasn’t time for it in summer. Later she contradicted
herself and said she learned many stories outside of winter.
That was when people went out and camped at fishing season,
or gathering clams, or picking berries or digging roots. People
would tell stories associated with the place they were at, or
associated with the activity they were doing. For example, while
fishing for salmon someone might tell a story of how behaving
disrespectfully around salmon could cause terrible disasters.
It was a teaching story, to remind people to behave well. Or
even just traveling stories were told– Annie’s daughter Nellie
Aason recalled that when the family traveled up and down the
Umpqua River from Scottsburg to Winchester Bay, her uncle
Chief Doloos Jackson would tell stories the whole way (alas
she could only recall fragments of the stories he told). Many of
these stories seemed to have teaching elements to them – how
to behave, and how not to.
Perhaps there were two broad classes of stories – those told
in winter, those that could be told any time of the year. Annie
Peterson mentioned expressly that the cycle of stories of the five
tricksters (see Melville Jacobs Coos Myth Texts) was told by a
storyteller just once, in winter. No other stories were mentioned
as having this restriction.
Formal storytelling sessions involved two storytellers. Annie
Peterson recalled the following:
“...when tales are told to children, all answer in unison, and
they keep on telling it till the children get it right, they want them
‘to have it right’. They don’t want them ‘to lie’ when they tell it,
or get it ‘mixed up’, improperly told that is. When tales are told to
adults, one adult ‘answers’ the raconteur, repeats every word.”
Frank Drew concurred, saying of storytelling traditions that “...
two old people were always present at all ‘storytelling’ or ‘history
telling’ (old time stuff talk) and both repeated each other’s words,
one after the other.”
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Upcoming Weaving and Material Gathering
Dear Tribal Weavers,
I wanted to let you know about our February and March
weaving and gathering opportunities. Because of northern
interest I have made a few dates available up in Portland
as well as the Coos Bay opportunities. If you or someone
you know is interested in weaving who lives in Portland
but cannot make those dates, I encourage you to get in
touch, I will work to accommodate your schedule. I ask that
you RSVP to sarasiestreem@hotmail.com three weeks in
advance of a workshop date so I can make the necessary
accommodations for your participation.
Feb 4/5: Coos Bay Tribal Hall 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Feb 11/12: Portland (location to be announced)
10:00 AM-5:00 PM
March 4/5: Portland (location to be announced)
10:00 AM-5:00 PM
March 11/12: Coos Bay Tribal Hall 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
March 25/26: Spruce Root Dig/Processing: Horse Fall Area
Thank you,
Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos)
Spruce Root with Huckleberry and Hemlock Dyes
SAVE THE DATES:
For more information contact
Anne Niblett 541-808-7699
2017 HEALING OF THE CANOE WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
Prevention Activity
Beading & Paddles
Prevention Topic: HOC (Healing of the Canoe) & Canoe Journey
All Tribal Members and the Families of the
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
are eligible to attend.
You must RSVP by the date indicated below.
FEBRUARY
SPRINGFIELD
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Chifin Native Youth Center
Seeking info about the
History of Coos Head!
1084 G Street Springfield , OR - east entrance
For Beading, Necklace Making
& Paddle Making
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 7th
to 541-435-7155 or 1-888-280-0726
Department of Natural Resources is looking for
individuals who have information and/or personal
experiences about the history of Coos Head, and
would be willing to share or be interviewed for a short
educational film about Brownfields.
Please contact:
Amanda Craig, Air & Water Protection Specialist
at 541-888-1304
We will be providing:
Snacks
Beads, Necklace Making
Supplies & Paddles Blanks
Sponsored by:
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower
Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Prevention Program,
Family Services,
Health & Human Services Division
& The Culture Department
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Ready, Set, Start Your Business
– a 2-hour ‘starter’ class.
Are you interested in starting a small business but are
quite sure were to start? Would you like some help in
understanding the basics?
Ready, Set, Start Your Business is a 2-hour class being
offered during February at SWOCC’s Small Business
Development Center, located at 2455 Maple Leaf in North
Bend.
February 2017
Made At The Kitchen Table
Workshops Teaching Self-Employment Skills for
Tribal Artisans
Now Scheduled for February through September
in Springfield & Coos Bay
Made at the Kitchen Table workshops provide people entering
self-employment with assistance to be successful in many
ways: analyze their household budget, set savings goals,
estimate the production costs, develop quality production
standards, manage cash flow for inventory and set selling prices.
In this ‘starter’ class, you’ll learn about the critical ‘first
steps’ that everyone faces when considering starting a
new business. This 2-hour class includes information
about:
•
Permits & Licensing
•
Personal readiness checklist
•
Defining a business structure
•
Doing business planning
•
Financing a business
The cost is only $20. And we can help by underwriting the
tuition fee. First look at the schedule of classes and then
determine which one works best for you.
Registeration Required - at no cost- for participating in the seven part
series of workshops. To register, please contact;
MJ Koreiva, Small Business Incubator Manager.
Call: (541) 888-9577, or email: mkoreiva@ctclusi.org
Once you have figured out the class the works best with
your schedule, contact MJ Koreiva: (541) 888-9577 or
email: mkoreiva@ctclusi.org and we’ll get you signed up
for the class.
February 2017 class selection:
Wednesday February 1 from 10 am – 12 noon
Thursday February 9 from 1 pm – 3 pm
Wednesday, February 15 from 10 am – 12 noon
Tuesday, February 21 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
This 2-hour class is a great way for you to learn more
about the basics of starting your own business. Let us
know if you are interested in signing up.
Made at the Kitchen Table Workshop Schedule
CTCLUSI Springfield Outreach Office, 1126 Gateway Loop, Suite 102, Springfield
Thursday, February 9, 4:30 – 7:30pm. Introductions, Review of Curriculum
Thursday, March 9,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #1: Back of the Kitchen Napkin Analysis
Thursday, April 13,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #2: What Does It Cost & What Must I Charge?
Thursday, May 11,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #3: Cash, Inventory & My Empty Pocketbook
Thursday, June 8,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #4: Your Quality Product
Thursday, July 6,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #5: How to Market to the Market
Thursday, August 10, 4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #6: Cooperate, Collaborate and Co-Market
Thursday, September 7, 4:30 pm – 7:30pm. Graduation Ceremony!
CTCLUSI Government Office, 1245 Fulton, Coos Bay
Friday, February 10,
Friday March 10,
Friday, April 14,
Friday, May 12,
Friday, June 9,
Friday, July 7,
Friday, August 11,
Friday, September 8,
4:30 – 7:30pm. Introductions, Review of Curriculum.
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #1: Back of the Kitchen Napkin Analysis
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #2: What Does It Cost & What Must I Charge?
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #3: Cash, Inventory & My Empty Pocketbook
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #4: Your Quality Product
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #5: How to Market to the Market
4:30 – 7:30pm. Workshop #6: Cooperate, Collaborate and Co-Market
4:30 – 7:30pm. Graduation Ceremony!
February 2017
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Upcoming Youth Training Event!
Sponsored by Culture/Prevention/HOC Programs
What – Youth kayak and water training
When – February 25th from 2-5pm
Where – Coos Bay Public Pool (by Mingus Park)
Who – CTCLUSI and Coquille youth 12-18yrs
Why – summer is coming and with that are fun activities scheduled for our youth in the water and in the
canoe! Come brush up on your water safety skills, learn about swim lessons in your area, and hang out
with other tribal youth. Rides are available for those who wish to attend.
Contact Jesse Beers (541-297-0748) Doug Barrett (541-297-2130) or Anne Niblett (541 -808-7699)
for more info or to RSVP.
Coming Soon!
CTCLUSI Summer
Student Internships
DID YOU KNOW?
The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and
Siuslaw Indians Planning Department Need Assessment
Purpose of Tribal Member Need Assessments and Surveys:
The CTCLUSI Student Intern is a paid internship with the goal to assist current
College Students in supplementing their work and education experience based
work experience along with their needs, desires and interests.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a member of the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw
Indians
Must be an Enrolled Full-Time Student (Sophomore status or above) in any Accredited
College including on-line schools (NOTE: Students may qualify even if they are not on a
Tribal educational stipend)
Must have verifiable transcripts that show a current GPA of 2.0 – can be obtained from
your college’s registrars or campus placement office.
This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background
check which may include fingerprinting.
Online Applications will be taken starting March 13, 2017.
Tribal Members will need to www.ctclusi.org to apply. Go to Tribal Government/Job Opportunities and click on the CTCLUSI Tribal Member link.
Deadline to apply is May 5, 2017
The Planning Department has begun its annual Tribal Member Needs
Assessment! The purpose of a tribal member needs assessment is to provide
needs-based information to Tribal Government to ensure that the programs and
services offered meet the needs of as many Tribal members as possible. This
information will also allow us to compile statistical information for use when
completing grant applications. Many of the programs
offered to Tribal members are partially or fully funded
through grants received by the Tribe. Having
demographic data about our Tribal population helps
explain the needs of our Tribal community when applying
for grant funding. This information will also help us
identify any gaps in the services available to Tribal
members and/or identify new Tribal member needs.
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between a needs assessment and a survey?
A: A needs assessment is conducted to assess the needs of Tribal members in relation to the programs and
services offered by the Tribe and what changes can be made to best suit the needs of CTCLUSI Tribal
members. A survey is conducted to access specific information related to a proposed project or program.
Q: Who will see this data?
A: This data will be used internally within the Tribal Government to assess the needs of the Tribal
community. It will be accessed by Tribal Government employees as needed and used to generate statistical
information for grant applications and reporting.
Q: How will my personal information be protected?
A: Starting this year the Needs Assessment will ask respondents to include their tribal ID number. However,
staff cannot determine a tribal member’s identity using this number without permission from their
Department Director for a specific purpose. Respondents can also specify they do not wish to be
contacted based on this Needs Assessment.
Q: How do I become eligible for prize drawings (If Applicable)?
A: There may be prize drawings or other incentives associated with Planning Department need assessments
and surveys. Eligibility will be based on the submission of fully completed forms to the Planning Department.
Potential
Survey and
Need
Assessment
Topics:
Transit
Youth
Programs
Business
Development
Land Use
Graphic Design
Selections
Emergency
Preparedness
Job and
Vocational
Training
Cultural
Resources
Tribal Member
Needs
Assessment
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Please join us for good food and fun with other
Please join us for good food and fun with other
Tribal Families.
Tribal Families.
All Tribal families welcome to attend.
All Tribal families welcome to attend.
Sorry, transportation is not provided.
Sorry, transportation is not provided.
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Three Rivers Casino & Resort
Hometown Buffet
World Market Buffett
The Shoppes at Gateway
Doors open 5:30
Meet in the back room
Dinner 6:00 pm—8:00 pm
Dinner 6:00 pm—8:00 pm
Please RSVP By Thursday, February 16, 2017
Please RSVP By Thursday, March 16, 2017
(541) 435-7155 or toll free 1-(888) 280-0726
Speaker
Speaker
Danelle Bliss
Danelle Bliss
CTCLUSI Diabetes Program Coordinator
CTCLUSI Diabetes Program Coordinator
Sponsored by: CTCLUSI Health & Human Services Division — Diabetes Grant
Sponsored by: CTCLUSI Health & Human Services Division — Diabetes Grant
The Circles of Healing Project is a confidential victim
services program that empowers and supports survivors of
abuse in taking steps toward achieving personal safety.
Circles of Healing
Project
Their partner is always checking up, calling or
texting them. They demand to know who their
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
What is dating violence?
Dating violence is a pattern of assaultive and controlling
behaviors that one uses against another in order to gain
power and control in a relationship. The abuser can behave
in ways that can cause fear, degradation, or humiliation in
order to control the other person.
One in three young people report emotional, physical or
sexual abuse from a dating partner each year in the U.S.
This could possibly mean you know or have come in contact
with someone who is experiencing this this type of violence.
There are many warning signs that can help you determine
whether someone you know is in trouble or needs help, such
as:
(541) 744-1334 or (541) 808-8684
You notice their partner calls them names or puts
them down in front of other people.
If they talk to other people, their partner gets
extremely jealous.
They apologize for their partner’s behavior and
make excuses for it.
They frequently cancel plans at the last minute for
reasons that sound untrue.
partner is with and where they have been.
You’ve seen fights escalate to breaking or hitting
things.
They’re constantly worried about upsetting their
partner, or making them angry.
They give up things they use to enjoy, such as
spending time with friends or other activities.
Their weight, appearance or grades have
changed dramatically. These could be signs of
depression, which could indicate abuse.
The Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
and Coquille Indian Tribe
will be co-hosting the
21st Annual
Oregon Tribal Elders Honor Day
to be held on March 17 & 18, 2017
at Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence, Oregon
Friday, March 17th:
10:30 to 11:30 ~ Registration at Entrance to Events Center
11:30 to 12:00 ~ Opening,
12:00 to 1:00 ~ Lunch
1:00 to 2:00 ~ Entertainment
2:00 to 2:30 ~ Break
They have injuries they can’t explain, or the
2:30 to 4:00 ~ Bingo in Events Center
It is important to watch for warning signs of unhealthy
5:30 to 7:30 ~ Return to Events Center
explanations they give don’t make sense.
relationships; these warning signs may help you make an
informed decision about whether you or someone you
know is in an abusive relationship. If your friend or
relative is in an unhealthy relationship, it is a good idea to
refer them to the Circle of Healing program at (541) 8881309, to the National Domestic Violence Hotline (800)
799-7233, or to a victim services program in their local
community.
Source of Information: http://www.loveisrespect.org
Submitted by: Devynne Krossman
4:00 to 5:30 ~ Break - Check into Comfort Inn
Dinner served at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 18th:
7:00 to 10:00 – Breakfast in the Buffet
Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 28th to:
Andrew Brainard , Elders Activities Coordinator at 541-888-7533
Limited transportation is provided.
There will not be a charge to Tribal Elders for any of the activities. All other guests,
with the exception of Spouses, van/bus drivers, care providers/ chaperons,
will be charged for meals.
Na t ive E d u ca t io n P o w - W ow— Ma rch 1 8 t h @ S iu sla w M id d le S cho o l gym
T ra n sp o rt a t ion will n o t b e p ro vid e d to t h e p o w -wo w.
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Elders Corner
ELDER SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH - October 2016
The Elders Spotlight of the Month will feature a new Elder each month. Elders are selected from a list of the Eldest to the Youngest Elder, starting with the Eldest.
If the next Elder on the list chooses to participate they will be interviewed for an article to be published in a future edition of The Voice of CLUSI newsletter. Many
thanks go out to our Elders for all that they have done for our Tribal community. We hope to use this opportunity to highlight a few of your many accomplishments.
Thank you Elders!
Contributed by Andrew Brainard, CHR/Elders Activities Program Coordinator
James William Young
(Coos) was born in
Fairfield, California, on
July 2, 1938. His parents
were Frank Alfred and
Virginia Mae Young and
his grandparents were
James Winfred and
Minnie Carlson Young.
He has two sisters:
Patricia Ann Young Miller
and Faye Anita Young
Soring. He was raised
in Vallejo, California,
attended school in the
Vallejo school system
James William Young
and attended Vallejo
Jr. College. From there
he moved to San Francisco City College. In addition to
his immediate family, James is cousin to Carolyn Slyter,
Tribal Council member Doc Slyter and Debbie Bossley.
James married Margaret Helene Wilson on May 1,
1976. They’ve been married for 40 years. They have
four children: Jason Richard Young, Deborah Louise
Beckmeyer Stumpf, Sarah Jane Young Burnsed, and
Jennifer Lynn Beckmeyer Christensen. They also have
12 grandchildren: David Hughes, Danella Hughes, Diedra
Hughes Cohen, Bracen Young, Kenny Stumpf, Maryssa
Stumpf, Brenton Stumpf, Steven Tyler Christensen,
Lauren Nicole Christensen, Parker Jack Christensen,
Brittany Jane Burnsed and Riley Kent Burnsed. They
have one great-grandchild – Otto Stumpf.
James spent four years as a minister, living in Florida,
South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama. He was co-owner
of a manufacturing company – Utility Truck Body Co. of
San Francisco – for 27 years. He retired after managing
Dunn-Edwards Paints for 10 years. He currently runs
a 12-step recovery program in the Vallejo area for the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Margaret
retired from their local Kaiser-Permanente Hospital after
21 years as a medical records clerk.
In his younger years, James enjoyed water skiing,
baseball, football and motor sports. These days he enjoys
playing golf. He is a former season ticket-holder for the
Oakland Raiders but now he’s a fan of the San Francisco
Forty-Niners, as well as the San Francisco Giants.
James is well known for his sense of humor and for
always being there when someone is in need. He and
Margaret enjoy family vacations at Twin Lakes, on the
Colville Reservation in Washington. They also try to take
one cruise and visit two national parks each year.
When asked what he would like to see from the Tribes
in the future, he said he would like to see more assistance
to off-set the cost of Medicare and medications for Tribal
members. He would also like to see a continuation of the
current work being done to preserve our Tribal culture for
future generations.
Florence Garcia, Miluk Coos Elder,
was born May 12, 1936, in Grants Pass,
Oregon. Her parents were Roy R. and
Marie Brainard and her grandparents
were John W. Brainard and Abigail
Taylor. Her grandfather perished on
the wreck of the North Star leading to
her father and two of his brothers being
forced to attend the Chemawa Indian
Boarding School. She has five siblings:
Abbie J. Bouman (deceased), Warren
“Tom” Brainard, Madeline Knowlton,
Roy O. Brainard (deceased) and her
baby brother Chief David Brainard.
Florence has been married to her
husband, Simplicio (Jack) Garcia for 60
Florence Garcia
years. They live in the high desert of the
Antelope Valley, in Lancaster, California.
A child of the depression, Flossie remembers her parents mining for gold
in the Applegate valley when times were tough, and the family’s fortune
following the boom and bust cycles of the timber industry. Second of six
children, she graduated from Marshfield High School in 1954 and was
lucky to attend secretarial school in 1955 through a tribal program that
disappeared with the Western Oregon Termination Act. “My cousin Joy
Brainard told me of a program for tribal members to attend secretarial
school and I was lucky enough to get in.” It was while attending school in
Portland that she met her husband Jack and began a lifetime of travels
courtesy of the United Stated Air Force.
Florence and Jack have four sons: Bob, Jerry, Dave and Jack. They
have eleven grandchildren: Nicole Newall and Tyler Garcia (Bob); Dana
Depreter, Megan Medina and Vanessa Fiscus (Jerry); Grace and Toby
Garcia (Dave); and Marco, Bianca, Sierra and Trinity Garcia (Jack). They
also have three great-grandchildren: Paige Depreter, Roberto (Angel)
Guerrero and Christine Medina-Garcia.
“As the wife of an Air Force NCO, I worked in a variety of jobs for banks,
credit unions, Sears and Penneys and raised four boys on the side! My
favorite job was my 23 years as a secretary at the NASA Dryden Flight
Research Center; my duties included planning for guests at Space Shuttle
landings in the Mojave Desert. You will not believe the details necessary
when the President and other dignitaries are on site.”
Being an Air Force family means moving around – a lot! Jack had
four tours in California, mostly at Hamilton AFB. He also had a tour in
Cheyenne, Wyoming. “When Jack was deployed in a high threat zone
such as Vietnam, Thailand or Libya we stayed in Oregon with family.”
In 1970 Jack was transferred to Europe, where they spent 2½ years in
Vicenza, Italy, followed by 15 months in England. After that, they returned
to Edwards AFB in California, where they remained after retirement.
Florence went to work for NASA and Jack went to work for Lockheed/
Martin.
Florence has several hobbies, including embroidery and bowling. But
she especially loves to read! She also enjoys watching the L.A. Dodgers,
as well as the Los Angeles Lakers. Her husband Jack is a life ling San
Francisco Giants fan. There is no marital harmony in the Garcia household
when the Giants play the Dodgers! For the past few years, Florence and
Jack have come to Coos Bay for the annual Salmon Ceremony and to
visit with family.
In retirement, Florence is busy helping raise her grandchildren. She
enjoys caring for them and she provides their primary transportation to
and from school each day, as well as teaching them to cook. “This last
Thanksgiving, the girls cooked a wonderful meal including roasted turkey
and apple pie! They wouldn’t let me do a thing.” Next year she’ll only have
Trinity to drive to school as both Sierra and Bianca are off to college. “I
really appreciate the stipends to help my kids and grandkids go to college.”
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It’s All about the Babies and Children!
(For Oral Health, That Is)
PEACEGIVING
Submitted by Jamie Meyers, CTCLUSI DHAT Coordinator
Peacegiving is a traditional Restorative Justice
option available to you for the resolution of conflict.
Let’s talk babies’ and children’s oral health care. February is
National Children’s Dental Health Month. Healthy habits for teeth
and gums begin when our children are babies and continue into
adulthood. A baby’s 20 primary teeth are hidden in your baby’s
jaw, under the gums. Those baby teeth will help set the stage for
future smiles by keeping space in the jaw for adult teeth, as well
as helping your child speak and eat normally. Tooth decay can
occur as soon as the first tooth appears, usually about six months
of age, although some children won’t have their first tooth until 12
or 14 months.
American Indians and Alaska Natives have more untreated
tooth decay and periodontal disease than any other population
group. We can do our part to change this. Don’t be scared. Despite
daily challenges, there are ways to reduce the risk of tooth decay:
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Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth within the first few days
after birth by wiping his or her gums with a clean, moist
gauze pad or wash cloth after every feeding.
•
Once your child’s first tooth erupts, continue to brush your
child’s teeth twice a day with a child size tooth brush and a
pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.
•
When your child has two teeth that touch, begin flossing the
child’s teeth daily.
•
Help your children develop good brushing and flossing habits
•
Monitor beverage consumption – instead of soft drinks all
day children should be given water.
•
Sugary foods and drinks (including juice) should be consumed
with meals. Saliva production increases during meals and
helps neutralize acid production and rinse food particles from
the mouth.
In addition to these tips for you to do at home with your child, the
addition of Dental Health Aide Therapists (DHATs) to our Clinic will
help to ensure access for consistent, routine, high quality oral health
care. Dental Health Aide Therapists (DHATs) are Native Americans
recruited from their own community, trained, and returned back to
serve the community.
DHATs are trained to master 46 dental procedures and they
are able to educate patients about oral health, give fluoride
treatments, place sealants, clean teeth, place fillings, perform
dental evaluations, and more. CTCLUSI will have our first DHAT in
summer 2017!
• According to the 2014 IHS Oral Health Survey, the majority
of AI/AN children have tooth decay. In fact, by 5 years of age
76% have experienced dental decay.
• An estimated 44.5% of persons aged 2 years and older had
a dental visit in the past year in the United States, while only
28.8% of American Indians and Alaska Natives accessed
dental care in 2014.
• Over 2.4 million AI/ANs – one third of which are youth up to
age 18 – live in counties with dental health care professional
shortages, and half of AI/AN youth live in dental care shortage
areas.”
http://www.npaihb.org/ndti/#145047582039149a99642-a785
The more “happy visits” children have with us at a young
age, the more apt they are to grow up with strong teeth, good
habits, and a positive attitude about dental care. Your child’s first
dental visit should be before his or her first birthday. Your child’s
first appointment is critical to strong teeth and healthy gums. We
will help you understand how to best take care of your baby’s
erupting teeth, what to look for in case you think there is decay
starting, best practices as far as pacifiers, sippy cups, and snacks,
putting the child to sleep, and any other questions you might have.
We are usually able to place fluoride varnish as well at this first
appointment, which helps prevent decay.
Regular (six month) visits, along with good home care habits
and fluoride for prevention, can mean that your child will never lose
a tooth to dental decay. Schedule your kids (and yourself!) today
for a routine checkup at the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic. We love to
see you smile! (541) 888-6433.
All Peacegiving issues are confidential.
Photo By: Jesse Beers
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
University of Washington
College of Education
Indigenous Mural Project
Request For Proposal
Opens: Now
Closes: February 15th, 2017
For Questions Contact:
Dalya Perez, MEd dalyap@uw.edu
And Dr. Jessica Thompson jjthomps@uw.edu
Press Release:
The Indigenous Mural Project in the University of Washington’s
College of Education is sponsored by the Dean’s Office, the Faculty
Diversity Council, and the Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion
and Associate Students of the College of Education. We are
looking for a visual artist do do a large mural in Miller Hall beginning
February 2017 and completing by April of 2017. There will be a
stipend of $4,000 for the artists’ time and supplies. A plaque with a
short biography of the artist will accompany the mural.
Theme:
The theme is to be focused on Indigenous Peoples of North
America. American Indians have been historically and continue to
be underrepresented on the University of Washington’s campus
and in the College of Education. We are seeking a muralist who will
create a mural on a wall inside of Miller Hall that encompasses a
variety of themes that reflect both the struggle of Indigenous people
and education but also can work towards a vision of what education
that supported the thriving of Indigenous communities would reflect.
Importantly we are seeking a mural that reflects and acknowledges
that the University of Washington occupies Indigenous lands and
that the College of Education specifically occupies Duwamish
territory. Other themes the mural might reflect include: the history
of occupation, the role education has played in colonization and
assimilation and schooling of Indigenous peoples, past and present.
However, we are also wanting a mural that represents the strength,
resilience, complexity, and contemporality of Native people.
Proposal Process:
We invite artists to apply who have demonstrated commitment and
experience with Indigenous communities. Please email the following
to Dalya Perez AND Jessica Thompson (emails are in heading):
A cover letter which expresses who you are and your interest in the
Indigenous Mural Project.
Attach portfolio examples and/or links to websites for review.
Indigenous artists are strongly encouraged to apply.
The deadline is February 15th, 2017.
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Environmentally Safe Cleaning
Contributed by Amanda Craig, Air & Water Protection Specialist
Cleaning our homes is an important exercise in preserving our families’ as well as our own health. This is usually done with bleach,
ammonia, and other harsh chemical products, such as soaps, cleaners, aerosols, polishes, etc... Most cleaning products or house
hold supplies contain dangerous chemicals, which can cause irritation to the eyes, throat & skin, cause headaches, exacerbate
asthma, allergies and other health problems. One way to protect your family is to make your own cleaning products that are safer
for your health as well as safer for the environment. Additionally, these hand made cleaning supplies are much cheaper than store
bought products and work just as well. Save money, while saving your health.
Metal Cleaners & Polishes:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Aluminum: using a soft cloth, clean with a solution of cream of tarter and water.
Brass or bronze: polish with a soft cloth dipped in lemon and baking-soda solution, or vinegar and salt solution. Another
method is to apply a dab of ketchup on a soft cloth and rub over tarnish.
Chrome: polish with baby oil, vinegar, or aluminum foil (shinny side out).
Copper: Soak a cotton rag in a pot of boiling water with 1 tablespoon salt & 1 cup of white vinegar. Apply to copper while
hot; let cool, then wipe clean. For tougher jobs, sprinkle baking soda or lemon juice on a soft cloth, then wipe. For copper
cookware, sprinkle a lemon wedge with salt, the scrub., A simpler method is to apply a dab of ketchup on a soft cloth and
rub over tarnished spots.
Gold: clean with toothpaste, or a paste of salt, vinegar and flour.
Silver: line a pan with aluminum foil and fill with water; add a teaspoon each of baking soda& salt. Bring to a boil & immerse silver. Polish with soft cloth.
Stainless Steel: clean with a cloth dampened with undiluted vinegar, or olive oil. For stainless cookware, mix 4 tablespoons baking-soda in 1 quart of water, and apply with soft cloth. Wipe dry using a clean cloth. For stainless steel sinks,
pour some club soda on an absorbent cloth to clean, then wipe dry using a clean cloth.
For this and other green cleaning recipes check out: eartheasy: Solution for Sustainable Living http://eartheasy.com/live_nontoxic_solutions.htm#formulas
Tips: Most DIY natural cleaning solutions can last up to a month. But some ingredients (like hydrogen peroxide) lose their potency
more quickly. Your best bet is to mix up enough for only a onetime use, you can also store your cleaning solution in the fridge to
make it last for a few weeks.
Warning: do not use vinegar cleaning products on granite or marble, the acidity will eat away at the materials.
FAMILY SERVICES – PROGRAM INFORMATION
WHAT IS CCDF?
…and Who Qualifies?
CCDF assists families in obtaining child care for children between the
ages of 0-12 years old, so the parent(s) can work or attend training/
education. Families must live in the 5-county service area (Coos,
Curry, Douglas, Lane, and Lincoln) to be eligible.
WHO QUALIFIES
AS A PROVIDER**?
Parents can choose
from the following
categories:
Ladies
Date: Tuesday
Time:
to
The program improves the quality of childcare, and promotes
coordination among early childhood development and after school
-Center Based Care
programs. Parents may select a child care provider of their
(daycare/preschool)
choice, as long as the provider meets applicable State and local
requirements. These requirements include compliance with
prevention and control of infectious diseases; immunizations;
building and physical premises safety; and health and safety
training.
(care of unrelated
Tuesday, February 7th
3-5 p.m.
children in provider’s
home)
-Group Home Care
Family
of 1
Family
of 2
INCOME
Family
Family
of 3
of 4
$990
$1,335
$1,680
$2,025
$2,370
$2,715
$10
$1,188
$1,469
$1,884
$2,389
$2,962
$3,122
$30
$1,485
$1,602
$2,184
$2,764
$3,358
$4,072
$50
$1,733
$1,869
$2,594
$3,278
$3,786
$4,751
$70
$1,980
$2,403
$2,964
$3,635
$4,135
$5,430
$90
$120
$2,178
$2,450
$2,737
$3,138
$3,396
$3,612
$4,149
$4,506
$4,562
$5,004
$5,762
$6,094
$150
$2,589
$3,385
$4,182
$4,979
$5,775
$6,572
100%
$2,590
$3,386
$4,183
$4,800
$5,776
$6,573
Copay
$0
-Family Child Care
Family
of 5
Family
of 6
* Income guidelines vary according to family size.
FOR MORE INFORMATION,
CONTACT MEAGAN DAVENPORT
AT 541-888-1311
(community based
group homes)
-In-Home Care
(childcare provided
by a nanny, friend or
family member in the
provider’s home)
** Providers must
already have a
certification or pass a
background check
administered by the
Tribal government.
This event is open to tribal and non-tribal women.
Self-Care
CCDF: CHILD CARE & DEVELOPMENT FUND
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February 2017
The Most Outrageous Interview Mistakes of 2016 and How To Avoid Them
Contributed by Mike Smith, Training & Development Specialist
4. Be approachable. Interviews are as much about who
We hope everyone is enjoying meaningful employment in the jobs
you are as what you know. Willingness to not only answer
or career that brings them joy. If, however, you are searching
questions, but to do so with warmth and grace, demonstrates
for that special place, your Department of Human Resources
your interpersonal skills and communicates your respect for
can help guide you on that path. Contact us today to learn what
the interview process and the interviewer’s time.
resources and opportunities might be available to you.
Job searching can be tedious work; almost a job unto itself.
What is the most unusual thing a candidate has done in a job
interview this year? CareerBuilder released its annual survey Don’t give up! Your special place is out there. Hopefully, these
of the most outrageous interview mistakes candidates have tips will help you reach it. Good luck!
made, according to more than 2,600 hiring managers and HR
professionals nationwide. Since interviews give both the employer Content taken from “The Year’s 12 Most Outrageous Job Interview Mistakes” by Ladan
Nikravan, published January12, 2017
and interviewee insight into what it will be like to work together,
©2016
CareerBuilder, LLC www.careerbuilder.com
here are some critical missteps to avoid.
This year’s list includes:
• Candidate brought his childhood toys to the
interview.
Department of Human Resources
• Candidate ate a pizza he brought with him (AND
Current Openings at CTCLUSI and All Other Tribal Entities
didn’t offer to share).
• Candidate ate crumbs off the table.
• When asked why she should become part of
Three Rivers Casino Resort ~ Florence
Tribal Government Offices
the team, candidate said because her hair was
Bartender
Special Events Employee (Assignment
perfect.
Food Server ~ Host ~ Busperson
Varies)
• Candidate sang along to a song on the radio
Night Cook/Cleaner
Behavioral Health Specialist (Coos Bay)
Guest Room Attendant
Spring Break Counselor and Counselor in
playing overhead.
Table
Games
Dealer
in
Training,
Closes
2/17
Training
• Candidate bragged about the fact that they were
Table Games Dealer 5-8
Culture Camp Counselor and Counselor in
recently in the local newspaper…for allegedly
Special Events Team Member
Training, Closes 4/28 at 4pm
stealing a treadmill!
In addition to the most unusual blunders, employers
Three Rivers Casino Resort ~ Coos Bay
Bartender/Server ~ Line Cook
were also asked about the most common and
Busperson/Host/Dish Machine Operator
detrimental mistakes candidates have made during an
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1. Candidate is caught lying about something: 66
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percent
2. Candidate answers a cellphone or text during the
interview: 64 percent
3. Candidate appears arrogant or entitled: 59 percent
4. Candidate dresses inappropriately: 49 percent
5. Candidate appears to have a lack of accountability: 48
percent
But it’s not always what you say – sometimes it’s what you do.
When asked to identify the biggest body language mistakes job
seekers make during an interview, hiring managers named the
following:
1. Failing to make eye contact: 67 percent
2. Failing to smile: 39 percent
3. Playing with something on the table: 34 percent
4. Fidgeting too much in their seats: 32 percent
5. Crossing their arms over their chests: 32 percent
6. Having bad posture: 31 percent
7. Playing with their hair or touching their faces excessively: 28
percent
8. Having a weak handshake: 22 percent
9. Using too many hand gestures: 13 percent
10. Having a handshake that was too strong: 9 percent
Avoiding these costly errors won’t guarantee you’ll land that
dream job, but at least you won’t be helping to sink your own ship.
To ensure you put your best foot forward, here are four quick tips
to make sure you leave a positive impression:
1. Be punctual. Make sure you arrive approximately 10
minutes prior to your scheduled interview time. This gives
you a chance to focus your attention on the task at hand
rather than racing through the door and possibly arriving late.
If you have an unavoidable delay, show your professionalism
by calling and letting the interviewer know.
2. Be informed. Research the company and position applied
for beforehand. If you can, speak to someone who currently
holds that position. This information will aid you in answering
the interviewer’s questions, and more specifically, how
to address the job’s challenges with your strengths and
attributes.
3. Be honest. Straightforward, honest answers are always the
best policy. While everyone wants to get the job, being willing
to admit that you don’t know something, or don’t have all the
answers but are willing to learn, is better than pretending you
know more than you do. Be confident in what you know and
honest about what you don’t.
This is a copy of a public record, reproduced as it was published. It is not legal advice, and it may not be the version a court would rely on. Check the official source before you cite it.