NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS (2022)

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The Voice of

March 2022

CLUSI

Issue 3

Volume 23

www.ctclusi.org

NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS

LOTTIE'S DRESS

REPRESENTATION PROJECT

CULTURE

COALITION

SEEKING

EXPERIENCED

TRIBAL ARTISTS

The Tribe is looking for available and

experienced bead and leather workers

(hand sewing only) to help complete a

representation of Lottie's dress.

Contact Pam Stoehsler at

(509) 386-3318 or

Enna Helms at ehelms@ctclusi.org

Also in this Edition of The VOICE of CLUSI:

Tribal Election

Information

Tribal Committee

Members Information

Spring Equinox Kits

featured on page 5

featured on page 3

Election Information and

Candidate Statements also

available online at www.ctclusi.

org/tribal-council-election-2022/

A list of Tribal Committee

members will now be featured

in the Tribal paper and website.

Are you interested in serving

on a Tribal committee? Turn to

page 3 for contact information

to submit a letter of interest

Spring Equinox Kits request

forms are available on the

Tribal website homepage at

www.ctclusi.org

featured on page 7

Kits are limited and will be

available on a first come, first

served basis.

Lottie’s Dress

Representation Project

Contributed by Morgan Gaines,

Communications Specialist

On June 4, 2021 Lottie

Evanoff’s buckskin dress was

returned to the Tribe from the

Daughters of the American

Revolutions (DAR). A transfer

ceremony was held that day at

the Tribal Community Center in

Coos Bay, Oregon with Chief

Doc Slyter’s opening remarks

expressing

deep,

heartfelt

emotions and tremendous

gratitude on behalf of the Tribal

community for the return of such

an extraordinary part of our

ancestral history and culture.

You may recall reading about

this wonderful event in the

July 2021 edition of The Voice

of CLUSI paper. To refresh

your memory, visit the Tribal

website for past editions of

the paper at www.ctclusi.org/

communications

I would also highly encourage

you to view the video of the

ceremony that has been posted

on the homepage of the Tribal

website www.ctclusi.org since

last July.

The Culture Coalition is

currently seeking Tribal artists

with experience in bead and

leather work (hand sewing

only) to help complete a

representation of Lottie’s dress.

Please see the advertisement

at left for contact information

if you are interested in getting

involved. We hope to update

the Tribal community on the

progress of this project in the

months to come.

Deadline to Submit

Statement of Candidacy

for Tribal Council Election

March 11, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.

See page 5 for Important Election Information

For complete Election Code visit www.ctclusi.org

Questions? Contact Jeannie McNeil jmcneil@ctclusi.org 541-888-7506

Confederated Tribes of Coos,

Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

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THE VOICE OF CLUSI

March 2022

Tribal Council Business

Activity of Elected Tribal Council Members from January 8, 2022 - February 12, 2022

Chief Doc Slyter:

01/13 Cultural Committee Meeting

01/13 Leader’s Circle

01/20 Leader’s Circle

01/26 GFORB

01/26 Business Meeting

01/28 Special Tribal Council Meeting

01/31 State Supported-Regional Water

Planning Management Workgroup

02/03 Leader’s Circle

02/07 Gregory Point - show headstones to

out-of-state family member

02/10 Solar Incentives Meeting

02/10 Cultural Committee Meeting

02/12 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Tribal emails and phone calls

Total Hours: 64

Debbie Bossley, Tribal Chair:

Jan. - Feb In Office 24 days

01/09 Tribal Council Regular Meeting

01/12 Housing Director Interviews (2)

01/13 Leaders Circle

01/14 Facilities Maintenance Director (5)

01/19 LCIS

01/20 Leaders Circle

01/24 Three Rivers Foundation

01/26 Tribal Council Business Meeting

01/27 Leaders Circle

01/28 Special Meeting

02/01 OTGA / 9 Tribes Meeting

02/03 Leaders Circle

02/12 Tribal Council ARPA Workshop

Total Hours: 140

Julie Siestreem, Vice Chair:

01/09 Tribal Council Regular Meeting

01/10 Director of Internal Audit Interview /

DNR Work Session

01/11 IPC Meeting 4J Native Program

01/12 Director of Housing Interview (2) /

ELD Tribal Advisory Committee

01/13 HHS Tribal Consultation: Draft HHS

Strategic Plan FY 2022-2026 / Forest

Service Tribal Forum Forest

Restoration Agreements / Treasury

Webinar for Tribal Governments on

the Final Rule for the American

Rescue Plan Act of 2021

01/14 Facilities Maintenance Director

Interviews (2) / NTIA Consultation on

Tribal Broadband Connectivity

Program $2 Billion – Infrastructure Bill

01/18 Tribal Property Site Visits: Capital

Project Location Assessment

01/19 LCIS / US Department of Labor

Consultation on OSHA COVID-19

Vaccination & Testing Emergency

Temporary Standard

01/20 Agency Update Correctional Services

Division / HHS Tribal Consultation

Draft HHS Strategic Plan FY 20222026 / Capital Projects Follow Up

Meeting / Oregon Racing Commission

/ Leaders Circle

01/25 ATNI Winter Convention / Investment

Committee Meeting

01/26 GFORB Meeting / Tribal Council

Business Meeting

01/27 Consultation Oregon Racing

Commission

01/31 White House Council on Native

American Affairs Tribal Engagement

02/01 Oregon Tribal Gaming Alliance

Meeting / Oregon 9 Tribes Prep

Meeting 02/02 White House Webinar:

Updates on the Bipartisan

Infrastructure Law Implementation /

River & Waters Healing Ceremony

Planning Meeting

02/03 Onboarding Facilities Maintenance

Director / Senate Natural Resources

& Wildlife Recovery Committee

Support Testimony

02/04 Umpqua Fishery Enhancement Derby

02/05 Umpqua Fishery Enhancement Derby

02/08 Forest Legislation Meeting / Oregon

Senate Hearing Josh Davies

Appointment / 4J Natives Program

02/09 Special Meeting

02/09 Solar Incentive for Tribal Entities

Presentation Earthlight Solar &

Energy Solutions

02/11 Representative Sanchez Meeting re:

Tribal Concerns SB1520

02/12 Tribal Council ARPA Workshop

Total Hours: 140

Iliana Montiel:

01/09 Tribal Council Regular Meeting

01/12 Served on panel for Housing Director

Interviews

01/13 Leader’s Circle

01/14 Served on panel for Facilities

Maintenance Director Interviews

01/18 NPAIHB Quarterly Board Meeting

01/19 NPAIHB Quarterly Board Meeting /

U.S. Dept of Labor Consultation on

OSHA COVID-19 Vaccination &

Testing Emergency Temporary

Standard

01/20 Leader’s Circle

01/25 ATNI Health Committee / Investment

Committee Meeting

01/26 GFORB / Tribal Council Business

Meeting

01/28 TC Special Meeting / BH Tribal

Consultation

02/03 Leaders’ Circle

02/09 Special Meeting

02/12 Tribal Council ARPA Workshop

Reading & responding to emails.

Total Hours: 52

Josh Davies:

01/09 Regular Tribal Council Meeting

01/11 AI/AN Advisory Committee Meeting /

Pre-consultation with School District

Conversation with Tribal Members

01/12 Baby Promise RAC: Part 2 - Early

Learning Division / Director of

Housing Interviews / Early Learning

Division Tribal Advisory Committee

Meeting Election Board Meeting

01/13 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King

Commemoration and Awards

Ceremony / Treasury webinar on

January 13 for Tribal governments on

the Final Rule for the

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 /

OHA ODE COVID Press Conference/

Leaders Circle

01/14 CTCLUSI Facilities Maintenance

Director Interviews / State-tribal call

re: COVID-19

01/18 Elder Assistance / Superintendent

Search Screening Committee

Training

01/19 OIEA Board Meeting / Housing

Committee Meeting / Blue Earth

Board Meeting

01/20 State Board of Oregon Education

Meeting / Leaders Circle

01/24 Three Rivers Foundation Decision

Meeting

01/25 Early Education & Tribal Partners

Focus Group for SCESD

Superintendent Search / Educator

Advancement Committee Meeting

Board of Directors

01/26 BIA Consultation on Bipartisan

Infrastructure Law / Bipartisan

Infrastructure Law (BIL) Consultation

/ GFORB / Tribal Council Business

Meeting

01/27 Consultation Oregon Racing

Commission/CTCLUSI Tribal Council

01/28 Tribal Council Special Meeting

01/31 White House Council on Native

American Affairs Tribal Engagement

Session CBSD Superintendent

Search Screening Committee

02/02 COVID Tribal Webinar

02/03 Leaders Circle

02/07 Three Rivers Foundation Decision

follow up meeting

02/08 Senate Committee on Rules Hearing

02/09 Indigenous First Step committee

meeting - Portland State University

Tribal Council Meeting

Total Hours: 101

Doug Barrett:

01/09 Tribal Council.

01/13 Culture Committee Meeting / Leaders

Circle

01/14 NTIA Consultation on Tribal

Broadband / State – Tribal Call –

COVID–19

01/19 Blue Earth Board Meeting.

01/20 Oregon Racing Commission meeting

/ Leaders Circle

01/26 GFORB / Tribal Council Business

Meeting

01/27 Consultation Oregon Racing

Commission / Tribal Council.

01/28 Tribal Council Special Meeting.

01/31 State-supported Regional Planning &

Management meeting.

02/02 River& Waters Healing Ceremony

Planning & Meeting.

02/03 Leaders Circle.

02/07 Three Rivers Foundation meeting.

02/10 Culture Committee.

02/12 Tribal Council ARPA Workshop.

Total Hours: 65+ emails

Enna Helms:

01/09 Regular Tribal Council Meeting

01/12 Interview Panels

01/13 Treasury ARPA Call; Tribal Council

Leaders Circle

01/14 Interview Panels

01/18 COVID vaccination and testing

standards Call / Tribal Council

Leaders Circle

01/26 Tribal Council Business Meeting

01/27 Consultation with Oregon Racing

Commission; Tribal Council Leaders

Circle

01/28 Tribal Council Special Meeting

02/02 River & Waters Ceremony Planning

Meeting

02/03 Consultation with 4J School District;

Tribal Council Leaders Circle;

02/09 Tribal Council Zoom call

02/11 Tribal Council ARPA Meeting

Emails, meeting prep and phone calls not

included

Total Hours: 65

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

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 Christine

Sylvester, 541-888-7532. 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 Jeannie

McNeil at 541-888-7506 or at email jmcneil@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.

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: 541-888-7506 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

McNeil 1245 Fulton Ave. Coos Bay OR

97459 or jmcneil@ctclusi.org including the

date requested , your name , current address

and Tribal Roll number for verification.

CTCLUSI Departments, Services & Offices

Government Office

Lee Ann Wander

Chief Executive Officer

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-9577

lwander@ctclusi.org

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

Health Services Division

Iliana Montiel, Interim Director

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-7526

Toll free 1-888-280-0726

Fax 541-888-5388

imontiel@ctclusi.org

Education Department

Josh Davies, Education Director

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone: 541-888-1314

Cell: 541-294-4105

Toll free 1-888-280-0726

jdavies@ctclusi.org

Department of Human

Resources

Jennifer Silva, Director

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone: 541-888-7508

Toll Free: 1-888-280-0726

Fax: 541-897-9881

jsilva@ctclusihr.org

Family Support Services

Iliana Montiel, Interim Director

2110 Newmark Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-7526

Toll Free 1-888-280-0726

Fax 541-888-5388

imontiel@ctclusi.org

Cultural Department

Jesse Beers,

Cultural Stewardship Manager

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-1319

Fax 541-888-2853

jbeers@ctclusi.org

Tribal Dental Clinic

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-6433

Toll free 1-877-688-6433

Fax 541-888-7505

Eugene Outreach Office

135 Silver Lane, Suite 200

Eugene, OR 97404

Phone 541-744-1334

Toll Free 1-800-877-2718

Fax 541-744-1349

Tribal Housing Department

Josh Stevens, Interim Director

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-7546

Fax 541-435-0492

jstevens@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

Tribal Committee Members

Budget Committee

Elders Committee

1. George Barton

2. William Ingersoll Jr.

3. Margaret Corvi

4. VACANT

5. Teresa Spangler

6. Allen (Butch) Swigert

7. Roseanna Perry, Chair

ladyperrie@gmail.com

1. Arleen Perkins

2. George Barton

3. Warren (Tom) Brainard

4. VACANT

5. VACANT

6. Allen (Butch) Swigert

7. Brad Kneaper

Enrollment Committee

Culture Committee

1. David Petrie

2. Doug Barrett

3. Scott Slyter, Chair

slyterdesigns@gmail.com

4. Jade Fong

5. Michael Brainard

6. Patrica Phillips

Education Committee

Elders Activities

Iliana Montiel, Interim Director

1245 Fulton Ave.

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-7526

Fax 541-888-7526

Toll Free 1-888-280-0726

imontiel@ctclusi.org

1. Coline Benson

2. Teresa Spangler

3. Heather Gleason Biesanz

4. Ashley Russell, Chair

arussell@ctclusi.org

5. Bryson Bossley

1. Debbie Bossley

2. Warren (Tom) Brainard,

Chair

jmcneil@ctclusi.org

3. Skip Brainard

4. Vicki Faciane

5. VACANT

Housing Committee

1. Pauline Benson

2. Danny Krossman, Chair

dkrossman33@gmail.com

3. Roseanna Perry, Vice Chair

4. Josh Davies

5. Bryson Bossley

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

mgaines@ctclusi.org

Investment Committee

1. Roseanna Perry

2. George Barton

3. William Ingersoll Jr., Chair

bill7@yahoo.com

4. Andrew Newsome

5. Vicki Faciane

Language Committee

1. Megan Medina

2. Alycia Cossey

3. Jade Fong

4. Jamie Biesanz

5. Ayuthea Cisneros, Chair

isabella.a.cisneros@gmail.com

Election Board

1. Andrew Brainard

2. Michael Brainard

3. VACANT

4. Mark Petrie, Chair

mpetrie@ctclusi.org

5. Josh Davies

6. Pauline Benson

7. Ashley Russell

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

Rusty Bossley,

Executive Director of the

Gaming Commission

5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100

Florence, OR 97439

Phone 541-997-2830

Fax 541-997-7293

rbossley@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

Department of Natural

Resources

Roselynn Lwenya, Ph.D.

Director of Natural Resources

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, OR 97420

Phone 541-888-9577

Toll Free 1-888-280-0726

Fax 541-888-2853

rlwenya@ctclusi.org

Are you a Tribal member

who would like to learn more

about a Tribal Committee,

or are interested in being on

a committee? Reach out to

a Committee Chair person

or Tribal Government Staff

member.

Committee Chairs are

noted at left with current

sitting members of the

committee at the time of

publication of this paper.

Staff members you can also

contact are Jeannie McNeil,

541-888-7506,

jmcneil@

ctclusi.org

Christine

Sylvester, 541-888-7532 or

csylvester@ctclusi.org

The Tribe maintains 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.

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/

Tribal Council

Doc Slyter, Chief

Tribal Chief

541-808-7625 (cell)

dslyter@ctclusi.org

Enna Helms

Position #1 Council

541-297-7538 (cell)

enna.helms@ctclusi.org

Debbie Bossley, Chair

Position #2 Council

541-294-3972 (cell)

debbie.bossley@ctclusi.org

Julie Siestreem,

Vice-Chair

Position #3 Council

541-294-6055

jsiestreem@ctclusi.org

Josh Davies

Position #4 Council

541-294-4105

josh.davies@ctclusi.org

Iliana Montiel

Position #5 Council

541-217-4613(cell)

iliana.montiel@ctclusi.org

Doug Barrett

Position #6 Council

541-297-2130 (cell)

doug.barrett@ctclusi.org

Council Meeting

March 13, 2022

10:00 a.m.

To practice safe social distancing

guidelines, this meeting will be

streamed online. 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

THE VOICE OF CLUSI

March 2022

Tribal Council Corner

Contributed by Julie Siestreem, Tribal Council Vice-Chair

Doug Barrett, Tribal Council, Julie Siestreem, Tribal Council

Vice-Chair and Colin Beck, Forester participated in the 2022

Umpqua Fisheries Enhancement Derby on February 4th and 5th,

2022. Fishing of the North, South or mainstream of the Umpqua

Rivers took place Friday and Saturday from 8am to 4pm. An

oyster and crab feed ran Friday night from 4:30pm to 8:00 pm with

the Umpqua Fisherman’s Association as hosts in Douglas Hall at

the Doulas County Fairgrounds. A raffle was run in which both

Colin and Doug, as well as the drift boat guide Kyle, won prizes.

The Fish Derby Banquet will be rescheduled for a future date.

The fundraiser typically generated over $100,000 each year for

watershed enhancement work, fish-rearing projects and outdoor

education activities in the Umpqua Basin.

Colin fished both days. On Friday he caught and released wild

fish. On Saturday he was fortunate to catch a tagged hatchery fish

he was allowed to keep. Doug and Julie fished Saturday. Doug

caught and released one wild fish. Colin’s father helped create

the Umpqua Fisheries Enhancement Derby 30 years ago. We

were all inspired to see the positive enhancement work that has

been done on the Umpqua, one of our three rivers. We wonder if

it would be possible to do similar but different enhancements on

our other two rivers the Siuslaw and Coos!

Deadline to Submit Letter

of Intent to Run for Tribal

Council:

March 11, 2022

at 5:00 p.m.

Regular Tribal Council

Meeting:

April 10, 2022

at 10:00 a.m.

General Council Meeting:

Regular Tribal Council

Meeting:

April 10, 2022

at 1:00 p.m.

March 13, 2022

at 10:00 a.m.

Election Day:

April 10, 2022

12:00 Noon - 4:00 p.m. at

Tribal Hall

Council Election Candidate

Forum:

March 12, 2022

zoom at 10:00 a.m.

ENROLLMENT

DEPARTMENT NEWS

All of These Forms Are Available to Fill

Out Online

https://ctclusi.org/enrollment/

• New Tribal I.D. Request Form

• Name Change Form

• Change of Address Form

• Enrollment Application

Visit www.ctclusi.org and click the Tribal Enrollment

tab from the dropdown Government Tab options.

Or sign in to the Citizen Portal and click on the Admin

Request Forms box.

Contact the Enrollment Office

Jeannie McNeil, Enrollment Clerk at 541-888-7506

jmcneil@ctclusi.org

Building Our Relations:

Tribal Council Meets with Harris Teo of

the Yakama Nation

Harris Teo of the Yakama nation visited CTCLUSI Administration

offices on Monday, February 7, 2022, and met with Chair Debbie

Bossley, Vice-Chair Julie Siestreem and Housing/Planning

Director Josh Stevens. Harris is the Director of Sales for Cougar

Den Inc. It has been a Yakama Nation tribally owned/operated

business for 28 years. It is located in the heart of the Yakama

Nation in White Swan, WA. It is one hundred percent Indian

owned, HUBZone Certified,

SBA Small Business and is

a tribal preference employer.

After extensive discussion of

the logistics of building and

operating

fuel/convenience

stores, Harris shared a couple

family stories and words

encouragement

about

sovereignty.

As a seven year old child

he went fishing with his father

during the time of the “fish

wars.” At one point their boat

was stopped and boarded

by authorities with guns. His

father met them with his gun. After discussion, the men who

boarded their boat took all their fish. Harris and his father went

back out and caught another load of fish before they went home.

Harris told us several other stories all of which showed Yakama

steadfast self-determination and leadership.

With Teo’s and Chair Bossley’s permission to ask a question

off the topic of fuel/convenience store, Vice-Chair Siestreem

recounted a conversation with her great nice Ayuthea La Pier

about sovereignty in which Auythea sited the Marshall Trilogy

as one of the most debilitating set of actions ever created to

eliminate Tribal sovereignty. Julie asked Harris his philosophy on

the subject and Harris told them the worst of the three Marshall

cases as “Worcester vs. Georgia 1832”. He told them “You have

to make up your mind whether you are sovereign or not. If you

are willing to stand up and fight for it or not. No one can take it

away from you.”

This kind of in person spontaneous meaningful visiting used to

be done on a regular basis. All of us were thankful Harris Teo took

out time to visit with us on his way back to the Yakama Nation from

a trip he made from California. Yes, we were all wearing masks

and maintained a COVID-19 social safe distance. We gave him

salmon, he gave us jerky as parting gifts of appreciation.

Thankful, grateful, blessed and inspired.

Julie Siestreem, Tribal Council Vice-Chair

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Tribal Council Election

Candidate Forums

NOTICE OF 2022

TRIBAL COUNCIL ELECTION

APRIL 10, 2022

ZOOM ONLY – FOR ENOLLED MEMBERS OF CTCLUSI

Saturday March 12, 2022 beginning at 10am

______________________________________________

Location: Tribal Hall 338 Wallace St. Coos Bay, OR 97420

Voting Polls will be open from 12:00 noon to 4:00p.m.

You may register to vote in person at that time.

Meet the Tribal Council Candidates…

by attending this virtual only question and answer forum.

Candidates will be allowed to make an opening and

closing statement.

Participants will be able to ask questions in the chat

feature of the Zoom meeting through the Election

Board moderators, and listen to the Council Candidate

responses.

All correspondence is required in the form of a question.

During this venue all communication must be appropriate

and respectful of all.

As of February 15, 2022 the following Tribal Members

have submitted to run for Tribal Council:

Position #2

(Incumbent) Debbie Bossley

Brad Kneaper

David Petrie

Position#4

(Incumbent) Josh Davies

Teresa Spangler

Position #6

(Incumbent) Doug Barrett

Michael Romine

Do you wish to attend the virtual only Tribal Council

Forum?

Do you require assistance to participate?

Please contact Jeannie McNeil at jmcneil@ctclusi.org

or Christine Sylvester or csylvester@ctclusi.org or call

541-888-9577. Please included your location and the

reason assistance is needed.

You must request assistance by March 7, 2022.

To allow time to organize accommodations.

Final deadline to accept submission

to run for Tribal Council is:

March 11, 2022 by 5:00p.m.

Questions for Tribal Council Election Candidates can be

submitted ahead of time

in writing to the Election Board Chair Mark Petrie at

mpetrie@ctclusi.org

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MEETING LINK INFORMATION BELOW:

Join Zoom Meeting

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Tribal Code 7-3-23 Candidate Eligibility

According to the Tribal Constitution (Article VIII, Section 4(a)), in order to be eligible for election

to a Tribal Council position, candidates shall meet the following qualifications :( a) Be a duly

enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes ;(b) Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age; and

the Tribal Constitution was ratified. (May 23, 1987).

Meeting ID: 835 6548 0455

Passcode: 064224

For a complete Election Code please see www.ctclusi.org Tribal Code,

Ch 7-3 Elections. Contact me with any questions. Jeannie McNeil jmcneil@ctclusi.org 541-888-7506

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NOTICE OF CODE AMENDMENT

The following proposed Code was passed for First Reading by Tribal

Council on:

The following proposed Code was passed for First Reading by Tribal

Council on:

February 13, 2022

TITLE: 3 OFFENSES

TITLE: 8 Property

Chapter 3-3 Violations

Chapter 8-7 HOUSING COMMITTEE

The Tribal Council has approved amendments for Chapter 3-3

Violations for First Reading; and

The Tribal Council has approved amendments for Chapter 8-7

Housing Committee for First Reading; and

CLUSITC Chapter 3-3 (Violations) amending and adding a new

language in 3-3-24 to clarify rules of Possession of Marijuana and

Inhalation of Toxic Fumes and Possession of Controlled Substances.

CLUSITC Chapter 8-7 Housing Committee amendments are to clarify

the roles and responsibilities of the Housing Committee and the

Housing Director; and

Tribal Council hereby approves the amendment of Chapter 3-3

Violations Code and hereby approves for first reading draft be posting

for a twenty-eight (28) day period. Amendments as set out in the

attached Exhibit A (deleted text is red and stricken and new text is

blue and underlined). To see full draft code visit www.ctclusi.org

Tribal Council hereby approves the amendments of Chapter 8-7

Housing Committee Code and hereby approves for first reading draft

to be posting for a twenty-eight (28) day period. Amendments as set

out in the attached Exhibit A (deleted text is red and stricken and

new text is blue and underlined). To see full draft code visit www.

ctclusi.org

DATE OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING AT WHICH THE

PROPOSED CODE IS EXPECTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR

FINAL PASSAGE:

April 10, 2022

(Comments must be submitted by March 28, 2022 for consideration)

DATE OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING AT WHICH THE

PROPOSED CODE IS EXPECTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR

FINAL PASSAGE:

April 10, 2022

(Comments must be submitted by March 28, 2022 for consideration)

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 McNeil, CTCLUSI, 1245 Fulton

Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420 or email: jmcneil@ctclusi.org.

March 2022

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Department of Natural Resources Welcomes New Tribal Response Program Specialist

Hello, I’m Illeana Alexander and my

pronouns are they/she. I am the new Tribal

Response Program Specialist. In my role

I will be focusing on emergency and spill

responses and the Brownfields projects.

I hope to integrate more climate change

mitigation into response plans and build

both the network of support and capacity

for the program. My favorite part of all my

past jobs has always been the community

outreach element; I look forward to

continuing that trend as I engage the Tribal

community to assess needs, develop

relevant projects, and start to get involved

with wetlands education.

Originally from Astoria, Oregon, I grew

up mostly in Northern California along the

Sacramento River. I returned to the Pacific

Northwest to attend the University of Puget

Sound where I got my Bachelor of Arts in

International Political Economy. Looking to

expand my horizons I moved to Tucson,

Arizona after graduation and worked at an

early childhood literacy nonprofit creating

capacity for the organization in their

volunteer and donor relations programs.

There I had the privilege of working with

the Tohono O’odham Nation bringing

age and culturally appropriate books and

programming to community

centers and schools.

Once I was adequately

dried out by the desert

heat, I moved to Monterey,

California to start a graduate

program in International

Environmental Policy at

Middlebury

Institute

International Studies. In

between attending classes I

volunteered at the Monterey

Bay Aquarium and spent as

many days as possible on the

beach watching seals, sea

lions, whales, and sea otters

bob in the waves – I even got

to see some elephant seals

one year! I also interned with

the Carmel River Watershed Conservancy

and got myself back in classrooms and

working with educators. In addition to

writing and implementing watershed safety

Virtual Cultural

Fridays

Virtual Cultural Fridays will be hosted via

ZOOM from 3:30 pm- 5:00 pm (PST) every

other Friday beginning February 18th.

Join live via ZOOM

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85039393602?

pwd=akI3M0Y5cUJyTXI2TDhGeXdxU3pyUT09

Meeting ID: 850 3939 3602

Passcode: 099953

Family Participation is encouraged!

The schedule of activities and recorded

sessions will be posted on the Tribe's

website @ https://ctclusi.org/youthservices-private/

For more information, for supplies, and/or to sign up, please contact:

Ashley Russell @ (541) 888-7511 or arussell@ctclusi.org

and conservation curriculum I was also

able to partner with a local Rumsen Ohlone

artist and integrate her knowledge and

artistry into programming

and events. After graduating

with my Masters of Science

in 2021 I parted with the

warmer waters of central

California and here I am in

Coos Bay!

I have a strong affinity

for the water and love

kayaking,

fishing,

and

tide pooling. My favorite

animals are sea otters and

sea lemons and I’m always

interested in talking about

marine mammals and tidal

invertebrates! When I’m not

at the water you can find

me working on any number

of textile crafts or baking my

favorite Filipino desserts. I am so excited

to be back on the Oregon Coast and I look

forward to settling into my position!

Virtual Cultural Fridays

March 2022 Schedule

March 4, 2022

Movie Screening

via Gather.Town and Popcorn

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (PST)

March 18, 2022

Escape Room Game

via Gather.Town

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (PST)

March 21 - March 25, 2022

Virtual Spring Break Camp

8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (PST)

via zoom and Gather.Town

Watch Previously

Recorded Cultural Videos

Online

Virtual Culture Zoom classes here...

https://ctclusi.org/youth-servicesprivate/

The Zoom link to live classes will be

posted here as well as all the previously

recorded videos.

Need help registering for the

website?

Contact Morgan Gaines

mgaines@ctclusi.org

(541) 808-7918

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

SAVE THE DATE!

VIRTUAL SPRING BREAK

Celebrate Spring Through Tribal Care Package Kits

2022

Spring Equinox Kits

DAY CAMP

Wh i l e t h e C o v i d - 1 9 p a n d e m i c m a y s t i l l b e l i m i t i n g o u r

MARCH 21ST-25TH

ability to gather together, we are still thinking of

you & your families.

In lieu of gathering, we are offering Spring Equinox Kits

to Tribal households.

Kits are limited & will be available on a first come,

first served basis while supplies last.

Children of CTCLUSI Families and

Administration Staff Ages 5-18.

TO SIGN UP, VISIT WWW.CTCLUSI.ORG

DEADLINE TO SIGNUP IS MARCH 7TH

Signup to receive a kit at www.ctclusi.org

D e a d l i n e t o s i g n u p i s Ma r c h 1 1 t h , 2 0 2 2 .

For more information, please contact Ashley Russell at

(541) 888-7511 or arussell@ctclusi.org

MARCH 18, 2022

3:30 TO 5 PM (PST)

@ GATHER.TOWN

TRIBAL FAMILY

MOIE NIGHT

Virtual Screening of Gather

Checkout the Trailer Here:

For more information, please contact

Ashley Russell at (541) 888-7511 or

arussell @ctclusi.org

ESCAPE

ROOM

https://youtu.be/BfSGB-aSo6A

TO SIGN UP ! TO RECEIE GOURMET

POPCORN, CONTACT ASHLEY RUSSELL AT

ARUSSELL@CTCLUSI.ORG OR (541) 888-7511

March

18th from

3:30-5:00 PM

PST

GATHER.TOWN

Join us as we explore our

CTCLUSI Gather Metaverse,

looking for clues to find hidden

secrets while avoiding getting

kidnapped by the Big Woman,

Nuuskili.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT

DESIREE ACOSTA DES@DESIREEKANE.COM OR

ERIQ ACOSTA EACOSTA@CTCLUSI.ORG

March 2022

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The 2022 Fitness Program Application

is online at www.ctclusi.org

The following is a section of the 2022 fitness program manual:

ii.

Items must be purchased in the year for which funds

are being requested (the Fitness Program runs on

a calendar year: January 1 through December 31).

Purchases from January thru June will be due

for reimbursement in July. July thru December

purchases are due in January. *The specific dates

will be posted in the newsletter.

Childcare (CCDF)Program

Expanding

CTCLUSI is expanding the childcare development fund

(CCDF) program.

Due to COVID-19 and the Oregon Governor’s extension

of the State of Emergency, the income guidelines will be

suspended allowing families that reside in the five county

service area to qualify with no income requirements.

If you need assistance with either the Fitness Program or the Childcare (CCDF) Program please contact Meagan Davenport, Health

and Human Service Program Assistant by email at mdavenport@ctclusi.org or call 541-888-7509.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

PROGRAM UPDATE!

Low Income Water Assistance Program 2022 !

CTCLUSI has a new Low Income Water Assistance Program for Low Income Tribal

Households! Qualifying households must be low-income and reside within the 5County Service Delivery Area of Coos, Curry, Douglas, Lane or Lincoln counties.

Applications for assistance will soon be available on the CTCLUSI Tribal Website at

www.ctclusi.org and will be located in the Family Support Services section of the

website. To qualify for waste water and/or household drinking water assistance,

your household annual gross income must be at or below the following income

limits:

Eligible households no longer need to reside within the Tribe’s ﬁve county service area to be eligible;

however, households must reside within the State of Oregon. The Health and Human Services

Division con�nues oﬀering Hea�ng or Cooling assistance for qualifying low income households. To

receive assistance contact the Health and Human Services Division or ﬁll out an applica�on on the

CTCLUSI website at h�ps://laserﬁche.ctclusi.org/Forms/LIHEAP.

To qualify, your household gross income needs to be at or below the following income limits:

1 Person Family

$29,344

2 Person Family

$38,372

3 Person Family

$47,401

4 Person Family

$56,430

1 Person Family

$29,345

5 Person Family

$65,459

2 Person Family

$38,373

6 Person Family

$74,488

3 Person Family

$47,402

4 Person Family

$56,431

5 Person Family

$65,460

In order for your applica�on to be processed and determine qualiﬁca�on you must provide:

If you have any questions or need assistance applying, please contact Shayne Platz,

CTCLUSI Health and Human Services Department, splatz@ctclusi.org or at 541-2973450, Eugene Outreach Office.

Proof of Income (Pay Stub)

Social Security Card

Copy of your u�lity bill

SSI or SSDI Statement of Beneﬁts

Tribal Enrollment Card

Child Support Statement

Oregon Trail Card

Current Oregon Health Plan Card

No appointment is necessary as Tribal Households can ﬁll out the applica�on online at h�ps://

laserﬁche.ctclusi.org/Forms/LIHEAP . If you have any ques�ons regarding the LIHEAP program or

need assistance with the online applica�on, please contact Shayne Platz at 541-297-3450.

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

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: https://ctclusi.org/tribalcourtpeacegiving

Contact Tribal Wellness Court.

(541) 888-1307

March 2022

www.ctclusi.org

“In the Loop” with the Circles of Healing Program

Healthy Ways for Connecting with Survivors

Contributed by Kathy King, Health and Family Services Department, adapted from concepts in spiritual psychology and materials from the Native

Wellness Institute.

There is no question that for many the last two years have

been a time of change. From keeping up with recent health

guidelines, finding new or returning to former activities to enjoy

life, to reconsidering what matters to us most, the pandemic has

certainly brought new challenges our way. For all of us, often our

most difficult challenges and relationships have the capacity to

become our greatest teachers. Survivors of interpersonal violence

may seek out a special someone willing to take the extra effort to

build and maintain safety and trust while walking beside them on

their path both literally and symbolically.

In listening to survivors, many express having experienced

extremely complex challenges during the pandemic: with hand

sanitizer, masks, social distancing, and wipes visible everywhere,

connecting with helpers looks a whole lot different from prepandemic life. Survivors are simultaneously filling new roles as

protectors, pragmatists and “pandemic prevailers” while finding

safe ways to connect with those providing help during the most

challenging time of their lives. For those willing to become helpers,

these deep challenges also present opportunities to help create

an atmosphere of safety and calm. Changing the term social

distancing to “physical distancing” is a good start because it sends

a clear message that we value maintaining social connection. One

way to begin a “helpful conversation” is to focus on one area or

fact of the survivor’s life that is still working well, and compliment

the survivor on having and maintaining that strength.

Below are other healthy ways to keep crucial conversation

flowing. Becoming the special someone willing to take extra care

and effort to build and maintain safety and trust while walking

beside the survivor on their path, literally and symbolically, can be

a healing experience for the survivor and also for yourself.

For Healthy Emotional Connection:

 Demonstrate patience with changes in personal preferences

 Assure and affirm individual choices while reserving

judgement

 Extended pauses in communication are okay

 Checking in with the survivor’s feelings more often

For Healthy Spiritual Connection:

 Relaxed, quiet, calm, extended listening

 Take time to create palpable, respectful presence

 Practice empathetic kindness often

 Seeing the survivor as a part of “your circle”

For Healthy Mental Connection:

 Awareness that survivors perceive

 Mirroring tone, inflection, volume

 Use simple language first, then proceed to deepen

conversation

 Provide information in tailored ways that most benefit the

survivor

For Healthy Physical Connection:

 Maintain distance while considering the survivor’s

preference level

 Smile with the eyes when wearing a mask

 Hold their gaze for a comfortable, meaningful length of time

 Approach with and maintain an open body position

Helpful Resources:

StrongHearts Native Helpline: Call 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483).

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or Text

START to 88788

The National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: Call 1-866-331-9474 or 1-866331-8453 (TTY).

National Sexual Abuse Hotline (RAINN): Call 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800656-4673)

National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline: National VP 1-855-812-1001

IM: DeafHotline

National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call 1-888-373-7888 or Text: 233733

ManKind Facilitated Zoom Classes (Center for Domestic Peace): Call

1-415-457-6760 for info

LADIES SELF-CARE

Other Helpful Resources:

Hearts Native Helpline 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483).

al Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224

tic Abuse Helpline for Men & Women: Call 1-888-7HELPLINE (1-888-743-

tional Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: Call 1-866-331-9474 or 1-866-331-8453

If you would like additional information or tools to help a friend or

family member, please feel free to Kathy King at Circles of Healing

on the confidential advocate line at: 541-808-8152. You do not

need to share your name or the name of the survivor to receive

general information and assistance.

Please join us for a

Zoom Journaling

Class!

Journals, pens and

templates will be sent

out via USPS mail.

Open to all women.

Class size is limited to 10 to

allow time for questions.

Congratulations

to Shawna W. of

Grants Pass!

Shawna won the

Circles of Healing

Winter Solstice

Ornament drawing

by submitting

this photo of her

ornament.

Photos courtesy of Pixabay

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

at 6:00pm

For more information or to RSVP

please call or text

Kathy King at 541-808-8152.

RSVPs are kindly requested by

Monday, March 14 so we can get materials out to

you.

Sponsored by the Circles of Healing Program

CTCLUSI Health and Human Services Division

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Did You Know?

YOU CAN GET FREE

COVID 19 HOME TESTS

Who can test: Tests can be used for anyone ages 2 and older. Adults must perform the test for

children under age 15.

The State of Oregon has provided CTCLUSI and

other Tribes with free home COVID-19 tests. If

you are a tribal member that would like an at

home test please call Tes Gagner at 541-7441334 . One iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid

test will be sent to each household member,

masks, COVID information/resources, and

the CTCLUSI Tribal Nurse information. These

resources are FREE.

Every home in the U.S. is also eligible to order

4 free at-home COVID-19 tests.

The tests are completely free. Orders will

usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests

now so you have them when you need them.

Visit https://www.covidtests.gov for more

information and sign up today at

https://special.usps.com/testkits

These tests are provided by the government by

signing up on the special usps website https://

special.usps.com/testkits.This service is not

linked to the CTCLUSI COVID tests; you can

request at home test from CTCLUSI (State

provided) and request the 4-free home tests

from the Government if needed. The State

provided and Government provided at home

COVID tests are the same (iHealth antigen

rapid test). Please keep in mind, these test’s

have a “Use by” date, and do expire. Please

do not request more home-tests than needed.

Thank you.

March 2022

When to test:

I have COVID-19-like symptoms - fever, cough, shortness

of breath, muscle pain, headache, new loss of taste/smell, sore

throat, runny nose, congestion.

Test within 7

days of feeling

I was exposed to someone with COVID-19 – I was within 6

feet of someone with COVID-19 for at least 15 minutes.

Test 5 days after

exposure

These tests do not work well for those without symptoms or a known exposure.

Did You Test Negative for COVID-19?

Monitor for symptoms. Even if you test negative for COVID-19, continue to monitor for

new or worsening symptoms. If you experience new or worsening symptoms, take the second test in

your kit 1-2 days after you took the first test.

Did You Test Positive for COVID-19?

Please report your test result to Oregon Health Authority 1-866-917-8881

or www.oregon.gov/postivecovidtest

Isolate at home. Stay home and away from others including those in your home.

•

If you’re sick, isolate for 5 days from when you started feeling sick AND make sure your

fever is gone for 48 hours, without the help of medicine, before being around others. Take

care of yourself and keep in touch with your clinic or medical provider if your symptoms get

worse.

•

If you don’t have symptoms, isolate for 5 days from the day you were tested.

o If you develop symptoms, before your 5 days are up, restart the five-day isolation

beginning on the day symptoms appeared.

Notify your close contacts. A close contact is anyone you’ve been within 6 feet of for 15 or

more minutes. An infected person can spread COVID-19 two days before symptoms start, so

inform anyone that you’ve been around within that time.

Positive COVID-19 Results and CTCLUSI Resources

Contributed by CTCLUSI Health Department

OHA Report: Oregon reports 13,443 new confirmed and

presumptive COVID-19 cases, 15 new deaths

PORTLAND, Ore. — There are 15 new COVID-19 related

deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 6,100, the

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reported at 12:01 a.m. today.

OHA reported 13,443 new confirmed and presumptive cases

of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today, bringing the state total

to 638,876.

The 15 new deaths and 13,443 new cases reported today

include data recorded by counties for the three-day period

between Jan. 28 and Jan. 30.

If you are a CTCLUSI Tribal member and have a Confirmed

Positive COVID-19 test from a testing facility, CTCLUSI has

a. Armando Martinez:

resources to help you and your household quarantine/isolate

for the CDC recommended quarantine time. This is an effort

to help our Tribal members, and help prevent the spread of

COVID-19 by taking away the need to leave home during

the quarantine/isolation period for things like food. At home

COVID-19 tests are NOT diagnostic per the manufacture

and State. Therefore, we can not take a positive home test

as a positive result until it is confirmed by a testing facility.

How to access the COVID-19 Family Quarantine/isolation

Assistance (Examples: Frozen food, electrolytes, etc.):

1. Send photo proof by email or text of your Positive

COVID-19 result to your local Community Health Aid (CHA).

The test must be completed by a COVID-19 testing facility.

c. Kimmy Bixby:

i. Email: amartinez@ctclusi.org

i. Email: kbixby@ctclusi.org

ii. Phone Number: 541-435-7228

ii. Phone Number: 541-744-1334 X 7165

iii. Cell Phone: 541-999-4151

iii. Cell Phone: 541-808-8684

b. Doug Morrison:

d. Kristy Petrie:

i. Email: dmorrison@ctclusi.org

i. Email: kpetrie@ctclusi.org

ii. Phone Number: 541-997-6685 x 7701

ii. Phone Number: 541-888-7521

iii. Cell Phone: 541-297-2391

iii. Cell Phone: 541-294-8391

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Post COVID-19 care: 6 Tips You Can take to Help Recover from Coronavirus Infection

Contributed By: Kristy Petrie, RN BSN. Resource: Dr. Ajay Kaul, NDTV

1. Exercise consistently: Exercising may be challenging during

recovery. This is because your body is still recovering, and

your body is weaker (immune system). However, by gradually

bringing exercise into your daily routine, it will increase

your physical and mental health. Here are some ideas for

introducing exercise into your daily routine:

a. Walking: explore a local trail and invite a family

member or friend. Talk a walk around your

neighborhood after dinner.

b. Weights: Start off with low weights. For example,

5 pounds. Any resistance exercise is beneficial

since muscle atrophy (wasting away of muscle,

deterioration) can set in quickly.

2. Have a nutritious eating routine. Consistently eating foods

that are nutrient and supplement rich. Some of these foods

include, yet are limited to; beans, pistachio nuts, sunflower

seeds, Kefir, Greek yogurt, sweet potatoes, peanuts,

strawberries, pineapple and mushrooms.

3. Working on memory: Some studies have shown that

COVID-19 can damage memory cells. To help regain lost

attention, memory, and cognitive thinking abilities here are

some ideas to add to your routine to help. These ideas aren’t

just for post COVID, these ideas help with memory, and have

been shown to help reduce effects of dementia.

Playing puzzles, memory games and activities.

4. Pace down: When you are recovering from having COVID, it

is important to not just jump back into the day-to-day routine.

Gradually transition back into your day to day, and take one

task at a time. The virus attacks your immune system, and by

allowing yourself to rest and not take on too much, these are

important steps in helping heal and maintain a good immune

system.

5. Focus on alarming signals, if any: Stay in contact with your

primary care physician if you have reoccurring issues. Some

of these issues may include some, but not all of the potential

issues: reoccurring headaches, and/or episodes of fatigue.

6. Make space for others in your recovery journey: Be kind

to yourself. Healing takes time, and resting is required to “feel

like yourself again” once you no longer have COVID.

PARENTING CLASS

***CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQA & SIUSLAW***

***COW CREEK BAND OF UMPQUA TRIBE OF INDIANS***

***CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF SILETZ INDIANS***

PRESENT TO YOU:

FATHERHOOD IS SACRED

MOTHERHOOD IS SACRED

SERIES

BY ALBERT M. POOLEY

WHEN: WEDNESDAYS

April 6, 13, 20, 27

May 4, 11, 18, 25

2022

6pm - 7:30pm

WHERE

~ZOOM~

Link will be emailed to you

after registration

*COW CREEK*

*CTCLUSI*

RSVP BY

3/30/2022

SOPHIA GOSSELING

541.492.5278

SHAYNE PLATZ

541-297-3450

RAFFLE PRIZES FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO ATTEND!

FOR THOSE THAT ATTEND ALL 8 WORKSHOPS

YOU WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR THE GRAND PRIZE

SO DON’T MISS OUT!!

PARENTING CLASS COURSE TOPICS:

•

Understanding the sacredness of fatherhood/

motherhood

Laying the Foundation

• Understanding the concepts of character and

integrity

• Understanding the importance of fathers and

mothers as leaders.

The Creator

• Understand and explain the importance of faith/

belief

Choice

• Understand and value the freedom of choice

• Understanding the consequences of both good

and bad choices

Essential Part of Choice

• Understanding the importance of vision and

explain how vision is powerful

• Teachable

• Understand the importance of truth and being

teachable

Barriers to Being Teachable

• Understand and identify the barriers to being

teachable

• Understand and explain how to remove the

barriers to being teachable

Wisdom

• Understand the importance of wisdom

• Explain the three components of wisdom

Service

• Understand the importance and benefits of

service

• Understand the concept of sacrifice and why it

is important

• Explain how to value the small and simple things

Self Identity

• Understand why it is important to know who we

are

• Understand the importance of improving attitude

• Understand how our parents had ideas about

who we would become

Relationships

• Learn positive ways to build relationships

• Understand how communication affects

relationships

Nurturing

• Understand the importance of nurturing

• Learn how to nurture your family and children

• Understand how love and discipline relate to

nurturing

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March 2022

~ Tribal Elder Walks On ~

Frank Barrett, 85, passed away peacefully on

January 19, 2022, at New Friends Home in

Florence.

He was born on June 14, 1936, in

Florence, Oregon, the son of Howard and

Anna (Parker) Barrett as the youngest

of 5 children. He graduated from

Siuslaw High School, Class of 1954.

In 1957, he married Kay Zysette of

Scottsburg, Oregon, and together

they raised five children in the

house that Frank hand-built

across the bridge in Glenada. He

enjoyed a 37-year career with

International Paper as a Timber

Faller and Log Truck Driver.

In the late, 80’s Frank married

his second wife, Pam, whom

he adored until her passing in

2018. Frank enjoyed gardening,

long walks around town, and his

pet birds.

Dad started taking his Father,

(Howard Barrett Sr.) to Tribal

Council meetings in Coos Bay

as soon as he began to drive. He

also spent time on Tribal Council

back in the mid-80s and early-90s. I

remember our mom mailing letters to

Senator Wayne Morris and others at the

time. We even had dinner with Mr. Stephan

Frank Barrett

Dow Beckham and some other important folks that

helped the Tribes along the way. He also worked

hard to maintain the Siuslaw Cemetery, up

North Fork, for many years.

Frank is survived by his five loving

children: Doug, Ron (Jo-Ann), Jeff,

Wendy, and Jill; and stepchildren

Darren, Matt, and Pam. During the

last few years of his life, not a day

went by without a visit by one

or more of his children. He also

leaves behind six grandchildren

and eight great-grandchildren.

The Barrett Family would like

to express its deepest thanks and

appreciation for the assistance

and kind, loving care provided

by all the Hospice healthcare

workers and staff at New

Friends. We are so very grateful

for the immense outpouring

of condolences and love from

friends and the community.

A private family service will

be held at a later time. In lieu of

flowers, a donation in his name

may be made to a charity of your

choice. Burns’s Riverside Chapel

Florence Funeral Home is in charge of

arrangements.

Resolution Summaries

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-001

Date of Passage: January 9, 2022

Subject (title): Enrollment New Members

Explanation: The Tribal Council approves Ava Lynn Parrett,

Anna Estelle Schutz, Hannah Delabio , Zaid Thomas Sorrell,

Denver William Krossman , Walker Wade Marchus , Colton

James Matthew Hunter Kiska Kai Mendoza, Eleanor Elizabeth

Goodling , Eionah Faith Holliday, Aryia Hope Holliday , Ryker

James Evarts Linda Sue Slichenmyer , Jason Daniel Bryson ,

Scarlett Madilyn McCoy, Liila Iris Ts’ehem, Emmett Mason Chin

Avery David Parrett, Cashlynn Gwen Hamons , Frankie Allen

Simmons , Calie Lou Grafton , Opal Rose Hermsen, Kaylynn

Huntly Sprague, Vyncent Robert Lane, Aurora Livelle Hermsen,

Opal Rose Hermsen as new members in the Tribe. Vote 6-0-0

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-002

Date of Passage: January 9, 2022

Subject (title): Enrollment Name Changes and Corrections

to the Roll

Explanation: The Tribal Council approves four name changes.

Vote 6-0-0

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-003

Date of Passage: January 9, 2022

Subject (title): CTCLUSI State Transportation Improvement

Funding (STIF) advisory Committee Appointments

Explanation: The Tribal Council the following: Josh Stevens,

Garret Grey, Kathy Perkins, Teresa Spangler and Debbie

Bossley. Vote 6-0-0

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-004

Date of Passage: January 9, 2022

Subject (title): Three Rivers Casino Resort Chief Financial

Officer Recruitment and Hiring Policy

Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this purchase and

agreement for the gaming business at Three Rivers Casino

and Hotel. Vote -6-0-1

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-005

Date of Passage: January 9, 2022

Subject (title): Indian Housing Plan for 2022

Explanation: The Tribal Council approves the 2022 Housing

Plan Vote 6-0-0

RESOLUTION NO.: 22-006

Date of Passage: January 26, 2022

Subject (title): Intertribal Timber Council – Delegate and

Alternate

Explanation: The Tribal Council appoints Chief Doc Slyter as

Delegate and Colin Beck and Alternate. Vote –6-0-1

In this pubic paper, some Resolutions will display minimal details due to confidentiality.

If any Tribal Member has any questions please email Jeannie McNeil at jmcneil@ctclusi.org

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Elders Corner

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. Elders will be

contacted by Kimmy Bixby of Community Health Services with information 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 Kimmy Bixby, Community Health Aide

David Garcia

Attention Tribal Elders:

Coos

• Grandson of Roy and Marie

Brainard; Nephew of Abby

Jean Bouman, Tom, Roy and

former Chief David Brainard,

and Madeline Knowlton; Son of

Florence Garcia.

Help us celebrate you!

If you have not yet been featured in

the Elders Corner and would like to be,

please reach out to us by contacting

Kimmy Bixby at (541) 808-8684 or email

kbixby@ctclusi.org

Elders Committee

Are you interested in serving on the

Elders Committee?

by calling Jeannie McNeil at (541) 8887506 or email jmcneil@ctclusi.org

David Garcia

Bucket List:

• Learn how to fly an

airplane.

• Travel to New Zealand and

Damascus.

• Build my own house.

Favorite Saying:

“If you want to soar like an

Eagle, you can’t run with the

Turkeys.”

Proudest Accomplishments:

• Having 4 healthy teenagers.

• Earning my Doctorate Degree.

• Working with track and field

athletes at the Olympic Games

in Beijing, China.

Favorite Hobbies:

• Playing music (guitar and

drums).

• Traveling to foreign lands.

• Being outside in nature.

Title VI Program Services Available to Elders

The Title VI Program for Elders (age 55 and over) provides federal grant monies for our Congregate Meals Program, Frozen

Meals Program, Chore Service and Respite Care Services for Tribal Elders, Spouses and Widow(er)s whose primary residence is

within our five-county service area (Coos, Curry, Douglas, Lane, and Lincoln counties).

This month we would like to highlight Chore Services:

Chore Services Program Eligibility:

Some but not all inclusive eligible chore

services include:

Elders age 55 and older whose primary place of

residence is within the five-county service area of:

Yard work, including lawn mowing, leaf raking,

Coos, Curry, Douglas, Lane, and Lincoln Counties.

general clearing of debris around the home

Tribal spouses are not eligible for Chore Services;

Weather stripping around doors and windows

however, widow(er)s are eligible until the time

Gutter cleaning

they remarry.

Snow removal from driveway and sidewalks

Services must be provided at the Elder’s primary

Purchase and stacking of firewood

place of residence is within the five county service General cleaning of the household, including but

area.

not limited to dusting and cobweb removal,

vacuuming, trash removal, bathroom cleaning,

The purpose of the Chore Services program is to

dishwashing, laundry, scrubbing floors and walls,

provide assistance to Elders with activities they

appliance cleaning, window washing, and stripping

cannot easily do for themselves and which, by

and remaking beds.

having someone perform these duties for them,

allows them to remain living independently in

their own home(s).

There are forms that must be filled out for this service. Those forms can be picked up at your local office or

mailed to your home. The cycle for these funds is not on a calendar year.

The funds are available annually from April 1st of the current year through March 31st of the following year.

For further information on Chore Service, please contact your local Community Health Aide:

Coos Bay - Barbara Black (541) 888-7520

Florence - Doug Morrison (541) 997-6685

Eugene - Kimmy Bixby (541) 744-1349

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March 2022

Tribal Police Conducts Use of Force Training

Contributed by Brian Dubray, Police Chief

During January, the CTCLUSI Tribal

Police Department held an in-house Taser

training and integrated Use of Force

training. The training was attended by

CTCLUSI Police Officers along with an

Officer from the Coquille Tribal Police

Department.

The Taser X2 recertification training

began with a classroom presentation

covering proper use, safety and legal

considerations, presented by certified

instructor Officer Olson. After the

presentation, there was an exam which all

participants are required to pass prior to

recertification. The recertification process

is conducted annually.

Following the classroom portion, we

conducted practical exercises consisting

of a variety of scenarios, with a focus on

contacting individuals who may be in crisis,

under the influence of drugs or alcohol,

and/or engaging in criminal activity. The

main focus around these scenarios is

the ability to de-escalate a potentially

dangerous situation, whenever possible,

to hopefully create a safe resolution for

all involved.

When de-escalation is ineffective, we

need to ensure that our Officers are able

to engage with subjects safely and use

the least amount of force necessary to

overcome resistance. These levels of

force can include (but are not limited to)

commands, control devices and techniques,

conducted energy devices (Taser) and

even deadly force. These exercises allow

for Officers to be put in stressful situations

to ensure a proper response and identify

any training opportunities.

During the Use of Force portion of the

training, I wore a Taser Sim Suit, which

is designed to help absorb the impact

ensuring the safety for all participants.

During the month of February, we will be

utilizing the MILO interactive use-of-force

video scenarios-based training system

to continue in our Use of Force and deescalation department training. This type

of training and other trainings conducted

throughout the year, ensures that your

Tribal Police Department is highly trained

and prepared to respond safely and

effectively to any situation to protect and

serve the Tribe and its members.

Officer Fleming attempting to de-escalate a subject

in crisis.

of the Taser probes, focused blows and

also special simunition training rounds for

firearms. Although the cartridge wires do

not conduct electricity, the cartridges still

fire probes just like a live cartridge. With

the use of inert Taser cartridges, training

firearms and safety equipment, we can best

simulate these stressful encounters while

Police Chief Brian Dubray wearing

the sim suit during use of force

training.

Tribal Police to Participate in

National Prescription Drug

Take Back

NATIONAL TAKE-BACK INITIATIVE

National Take Back Day

Saturday, April 30, 2022

10AM to 2PM

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe,

convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while

also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of

medications. We encourage all families, friends, and neighbors to

participate. Go to www.dea.gov to find a collection site near your residence.

It’s that time of year again for the annual Prescription Drug

Take Back. Tribal Police will once again be participating

and will be available at Tribal Government Offices to take

any unwanted or no longer needed prescription drugs so

that they can be properly disposed of. These events help

to educate our community about the potential for abuse of

medications as well as preventing harmful environmental

impacts when these medications are disposed of improperly.

Tribal Police will be available at the

Eugene Outreach Office, 135 Silver Ln, on

Thursday, April 28, 2022

from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.,

Florence Outreach, 3757 Hwy 101, on

Friday, April 29, 2022

from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and

Tribal Government Office in Coos Bay,

1245 Fulton Ave, on

Saturday, April 30, 2022

from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Sipping, Snacking, and Tooth Decay

This article was prepared by the American Dental Association as a public service to the community.

Many parents across the country will issue a common refrain well-child exams, radiographs, oral hygiene instructions, sealants,

at dinnertime tonight: ―You’d better eat that--it’s good for you! and fluoride treatments. If a cavity is found, Naomi and Marissa

There’s another old favorite in the parental arsenal of dietary can also complete some children’s fillings. We love seeing

admonitions: ―Don’t eat that—it’ll rot your teeth! Now more than children and want them to have a positive experience.

ever, kids are faced with a bewildering array of food choices -from fresh produce to sugar-laden processed convenience meals

and snack foods. What children eat and when they eat it may CTCLUSI Dental Clinic is open Monday – Thursday

8:00 am – 5:00 pm in March.

affect their general health and their oral health.

Americans are consuming foods and drinks high in sugar and

starches more often and in larger portions than ever before. It’s Call 541-888-6433 to

clear that junk foods and drinks gradually have replaced nutritious schedule.

beverages and foods for many people. For example, in the U.S.,

on average, individuals consume approximately 50 gallons of

sugary beverages per year! Alarmingly, a steady diet of sugary

foods and drinks can ruin teeth, especially among those who snack

throughout the day. Common activities may contribute to the

tendency toward tooth decay. These include ― grazing habitually

on foods with minimal nutritional value and frequently sipping on

sugary drinks. Consuming too much sugar can also affect your

overall health, such as becoming

overweight/obese, getting heart

disease, or having type 2 diabetes.

When sugar is consumed over

and over again in large, often

hidden amounts, the harmful effect

CTCLUSI’s grant programs: Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) and Tobacco

on teeth can be dramatic. Sugar

Prevention Program would like to invite Tribal Families to participate in our new program, Live

on teeth provides food for bacteria,

which produces acid. The acid in

Native. This program will range from 4 to 8 weeks long, with at your own pace family activities, and

turn can eat away the enamel on

a variety of virtual classes including, but not limited to cooking classes, guest speakers, and cultural

teeth.

activities.

Almost all foods have some type

of sugar that cannot and should not

All Tribal Family participants will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of CTCLUSI

be eliminated from our diets. Many

designed clothing and/or outdoor apparel, while supplies last. At the end of each month, there will

of these foods contain important

be a grand prize raffle: one for an adult, and one for youth. Raffle tickets are awarded to each

nutrients and add enjoyment to

participant for each activity and virtual class/event completed.

eating. But there is a risk for tooth

Live Native: Tribal Family Program

decay from a diet high in sugars and

starches. Starches can be found in

everything from bread to pretzels

to salad dressing, so read labels

and plan carefully for a balanced,

nutritious diet for you and your kids.

Reduce your children’s risk of tooth

decay:

• Sugary foods and drinks

should be consumed with

meals. Saliva production

increases

during

meals

and helps neutralize acid

production and rinse food

particles from the mouth.

• Limit between-meal snacks. If

kids crave a snack, offer them

nutritious foods.

• If your kids chew gum, make

it sugarless – Chewing

sugarless gum after eating

can increase saliva flow and

help wash out food and decayproducing acid.

• Monitor beverage consumption

– Children should make

healthy beverage choices

such as water and low-fat milk.

• Help your children develop

good brushing and flossing

habits.

• Schedule regular dental visits.

CTCLUSI Dental Health Aid

Therapists, Naomi Petrie and

Marissa Gardner, and our team

of excellent dental assistants are

available to help you and your

children prevent cavities. We offer

Free Outdoor Apparel

Raffle Prizes: Adult and Youth

Questions: Contact Mark Petrie at 541-435-7217, mpetrie@ctclusi.org

Kristy Petrie at 541-888-7521, kpetrie@ctclusi.org

Armando Martinez at 541-435-7228, amartinez@ctclusi.org

Photo Credit: Kristy Petrie

March 2022

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Education Corner

Student Spotlights

Contributed by Josh Davies, Education Director

Ashton Reeves

Jorney Baldwin

Congratulations to Ashton Reeves. He has received straight

A’s for the third semester in a row and now received the honor

of being added to the Dean’s List again. Ashton is currently a

sophomore this year. While attending Southeastern University.

He is in the process of completing his education with dual

degrees; Bachelor of Ministerial Leadership and Worship

Leadership. Amazing accomplishments!!

Congratulations to Jorney Baldwin. She has been awarded to the

Dean’s List from the School of Journalism and Communication.

Jorney is currently a junior this year. While attending the

University of Oregon, she is working towards graduating with

dual degrees; Family Human Services and Journalism with a

minor in Native American Studies. Awesome accomplishments!!

FAFSA

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form

allows you to be considered for federal student aid. In addition, states and

colleges use FAFSA information to award their own grants, scholarships, and

loans. But, since aid is limited, you have to meet the deadlines!

Federal FAFSA Deadlines

2022–23 Academic Year

The FAFSA form must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central time (CT) on June

30, 2023. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on

Sept. 10, 2023.

FAFSA® Announcements

Many FAFSA applicants have experienced recent financial changes due to

the COVID-19 emergency or other reasons.

Has your (or your family’s) financial situation changed from what is reflected

on your federal income tax return? For example, you or a family member has

lost a job or claimed unemployment benefits. If so, you may be eligible to have

your FAFSA form adjusted to qualify for additional aid. Follow these steps:

Complete the FAFSA questions as instructed (including using the IRS

Data Retrieval Tool, if eligible).

Submit your FAFSA form.

Contact the financial aid office at the school you plan to attend to

discuss how your financial situation has changed.

Financial aid offices can adjust your financial aid award to reflect your or your

family’s current income.

Learn more information about COVID-19 emergency and the FAFSA process.

The FAFSA form will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance every

Sunday from 3–11 a.m. Eastern time.

FAFSA® Deadlines

Many states and colleges set priority deadlines by which you must submit the

FAFSA form to be considered for the aid programs they administer. There is

also a federal deadline each academic year.

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Education Corner

Tribal Member parents - Please join our

Education Facebook page if you have

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Please send in any achievements, awards, or

accolades that your student has received this year.

We are looking to host a student corner that will spotlight students monthly and will be able to communicate their great accomplishment(s) with the Tribal

Membership.

Please submit a picture, a brief description, and also

a release stating we can use photo and information

for upcoming newsletters.

March 2022

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Education Corner

Financial Aid Links

OSAC

OSAC Homepage

https://app.oregonstudentaid.gov/

OSAC 2022-2023 Scholarship Catalog

https://app.oregonstudentaid.gov/Catalog/Default.aspx

Ford Family Foundation

2022

Graduates!

Please let the Education Department know if

Scholarship Programs

https://www.tfff.org/program-areas/postsecondary-success/scholarship-programs

you are graduating this spring. We would like

to recognize the graduating students with

Fastweb

Scholarships for the Class of 2022

https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/articles/scholarships-for-the-class-of-2022

Scholarship Search

https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships

something special.

Please include:

1) School’s name

Scholarships.com

High School Scholarships

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/

scholarships-by-grade-level/high-school-scholarships/

2) School colors

3) Future Goals

4) Advise for future students

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT INFORMATION 5/1/2022

Email info to education@ctclusi.org

BE ON THE LOOKOUT!!!!!

CTCLUSI Scholarships are available to

HS Seniors and Higher Education Students.

Pepsi, Mitsis, Elders, Grace Brainard and Carolyn Slyter

scholarship applications will be ready soon. We look forward

to your submissions.

Last year we had 38 scholarship applications and

were able to award $9,500 to our students!

If you have any questions,

please email the Education Department at

Education@ctclusi.org

www.ctclusi.org

March 2022

Upcoming Events

March 2022

SUNDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

11 Deadlines:

Statement of Candidacy Election Forums

Sha’yuushtl’a

uhl

Hanis Language Class

Spring Break Sign Up

Quuiich Language

(see page 5)

online 4:00 p.m.

Class online 1:00 p.m. Equinox Kit Sign Up

Miluk Language Class

online 4:00 p.m.

Regular Council

Meeting 10:00 a.m.

TUESDAY

Miluk Language Class

online 4:00 p.m.

MONDAY

Movie Screening

Hanis Language Class Sha’yuushtl’a uhl

Quuiich Language

(see page 7)

online 4:00 p.m.

Class online 1:00 p.m.

Deadline for Candidate

Statements in

Newsletter

Escape Room Game

(see page 7)

Virtual Spring Break Day Camp

Ladies Self Care 6p.m.

Miluk Language Class Hanis Language Class Sha’yuushtl’a uhl

Quuiich Language

online 4:00 p.m.

Class online 1:00 p.m.

Virtual Cultural

Friday (see page 6)

Tribal Council Election Day April 10, 2022

Vote by absentee ballot (mail in) or in person at Tribal Hall 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ballots will be mailed to all registered voters by March 18, 2022.

Virtual Language Classes

10-Weeks - Spring 2022

April 5th through June 9th

Tuesdays: miluk 4:00-6:00 pm

Wednesdays: hanis 4:00-6:00 pm

Thursdays: sha'yuushtła uł quuiich

1:00-3:00 pm

Please sign up with Enna Helms at

language@ctclusi.org, or by phone at (541) 297-7538

Join Zoom

Meeting:

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March 2022

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Resources for Native Students

Contributed by Josh Davies, Education Director

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Three Rivers Casino Resort (Florence)

Three Rivers Casino Resort (Coos Bay)

Supervisor - Food & Beverage

Bartender/Server Lead

Bartender ~ Barback ~ Cocktail Beverage Server

Food Server Blue Bills ~ Food Server Bonfire ~ Busperson

Food Court Runner/Dining Room Attendant

Bartender/Server

Line Cook

Maintenance Technician II

Food Court Cashier/Barista

Food Court Outlet Lead Cook ~ Food Court Outlet Cook ~ Baker

Line Cook ~ Night Cook/Cleaner ~ Dish Machine Operator

Team Dining Room Staff

Environmental Services Technician 1

Electronic Gaming Machine Team Member

Player Services Representative 2

Player Services Representative Dual Rate Main Bank

Hotel Front Desk/PBX Clerk ~ Telephone Specialist

Player Services Team Member

Porter ~ Guest Room/Laundry Attendant

Security Officer Dual Rate Supervisor

Environmental Services Technician 1

Security Officer 1

Table Games Dealer

Slot/Keno/Bingo Attendant ~ Slot Technician I ~ Casino Service Host

Chief Financial Officer ~ Players Services Representative

Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk

Soft Count Team Member ~ Security Officer 1

Banquet & Events Coordinator ~ Special Events Team Member

Director – Management Information Systems

Network Administrator/Engineer ~ Information Technology Technician II

(jobs updated daily)

RED means not actively interviewing, offer pending

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