NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS (2015)
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April 2015
CLUSI
Issue 4
Volume 16
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NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS
VISIT FROM OFFICE OF SELF-GOVERNANCE
Submitted by Diann Weaver, Self-Governance Coordinator/Grant Specialist
On Thursday, February 27, 2015, the Tribal
Government was honored by the presence of two
special guests from the Office of Tribal Self-Governance,
Northwest Field Office, Vancouver, Washington: Matt
Kallappa, Manager of the Northwest Field Office, and
Shaunna McCovey, Compact Negotiator. Although
their time with us was for a brief 1-day visit, Matt and
Shaunna were able to take a tour of the Florence
Casino and some of the Tribal Florence properties
before traveling to Coos Bay to have an informal
conversation with the Tribal Government Directors
about the process of becoming a BIA self-governing
Tribe. Matt and Shaunna choose an excellent format
in which to educate the Tribal Directors: first, asking if
there were any questions at the beginning; next giving
an explanation of self-governance through a personal
perspective/experience; then presenting a PowerPoint;
and ending by answering any questions that went
unanswered throughout the conversation. A catered
lunch was served after which Jesse Beers gave Matt
and Shaunna a tour of Tribal Hall (originally built using
Civilian Conservation Corps funding by the BIA in
1940), the Laqauwiiyat’as Gallery, and the Plankhouse
where Jesse had built a warm and inviting fire. Jesse
peppered his tour with Tribal history which only whetted
ones appetite for more. Shaunna had to leave around
Pictured from left to right: Melinda Sprague, Diann Weaver, Matt Kallappa,
Shaunna McCovey, Alexis Berry, and Jeff Stump
2:00 for the drive back to
Vancouver, but Matt stayed
for the remainder of the
afternoon.
Next on the itinerary
was a tour of Tribal
properties in Coos Bay.
Matt joined Jeff Stump,
Diann Weaver, Morgan
Gaines, Linda Malcolm,
and Chief Brainard for tours
of Qaxas Tribal Housing,
Coos Head and Baldich
(Gregory Point). En route to
these different sites, many
stories were shared by
Chief Brainard, especially
stories about Coos Head
and Gregory Point. Have
you ever wondered how the
name the “Hollering Place”
came about? Chief Brainard
imparted how it was the
narrowest spot on the
channel and people would
holler over to the villages
at Empire for someone to
Pictured above: Chief Warren
Brainard tells Matt Kallappa of the paddle over and pick them up in their
canoes.
Office of Tribal Self-Governance
Matt and Shaunna were both
about Baldich and the lighthouse
impressed with what they
saw and the notable Tribal
accomplishments.
The
BIA
SelfGovernance
Planning
Document/Application
was
submitted
and
received
by
Director
Sharee Freeman, Office
of
Self-Governance,
Washington, D.C. on
February 25, 2015. The
Tribes
were
notified
by letter from Director
Freeman on March 13th
that the Tribe has been
Chief Warren Brainard pictured above
placed in the applicant pool and
gifting Matt Kallappa with a Cedar
selected to begin participation
container
in the Tribal Self-Governance
Program in calendar year 2016.
Save the
Save the
Save the
Save the
Save the
More photographs from the Visit from the Office of Self-Governance can be viewed on page 9
Tall Ships
Reconciliation
Ceremony
May 3, 2015
Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
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Chairman’s Corner
As we “spring” forward and look to
summer here are a few updates on
issues and projects. First the recently
purchased summer camp formerly known
as Camp Easter Seals continues to
shape up, and should be ready for its
first overnight use coming in June. The
potable water system is fine, but the
septic system was not operational, as the
owners prior to the US Treasury were in
the process of creating individual septic
systems for each cabin. The roof over the
Bob Garcia,
kitchen and dining hall also is in need of
Tribal Council
repair, and that will be starting shortly.
Chairman
You also might have seen the positive
article in The World newspaper highlighting the cleanup
partnerships with the Tribe, Oregon Air National Guard and
the State Department of Environmental Quality at Coos Head.
Working together we set the goal of cleaning Coos Head to
residential standards, and are almost finished with this goal. The
next steps will involve completing the cleanup and working with
tribal members and other stakeholders to master plan our future
goals and uses for the property.
Tribal administration continues to seek out appropriate grant
opportunities. An example is the Oregon Department of
Transportation Growth Management grant which was awarded
to the Tribes in January 2015 to develop the Coos Head area
master plan at Coos Head.
Recently job offers were tendered to seven tribal members to
begin work at Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay. The project is on
track to open early in May, and is on time and on budget. We
will be scheduling a Tribal open house prior to the “soft” opening.
Later, in June we will have a Grand Opening, stay tuned for
further details.
Finally Tribal Council Election Forums are scheduled for March
21st in Florence and Eugene and March 22nd in Coos Bay. This is
a great opportunity to express your views and learn more about
the achievements of our tribal government.
Tribal Council Business
As reported at the March 8, 2015 Regular Tribal Council Meeting
Chief Warren Brainard:
Jan 5 Forest Service Meeting
Jan 7 Pipeline Meeting
Jan 8 Enrollment Meeting, Elders &
Culture Meeting
Jan 10 PRAISE Dinner
Jan 11 Regular Council Meeting
Jan 12 Governors Inauguration
Jan 27 Three Rivers Casino Awards
Dinner
Jan 28 Business Council Meeting,
Management Meeting
Jan 30 – Feb 1 Tribal Council
Workshop
Feb 18 Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting,
Management Meeting
Feb 26 BIA Self Governance Tours/
Meeting
March 5 Elders Lunch
Attended Executive Work sessions
Teresa Spangler:
Feb 8 Regular Council Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting,
Management Meeting
Attended Executive Work sessions
Beaver Bowen:
Feb 8 Regular Council Meeting
Feb 24 Election Board Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting,
Management Meeting
Please join us for good food and fun with other
Tribal Families.
All Tribal families welcome to attend.
No transportation is provided.
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
at
Tribal Hall in Coos Bay
6:00 pm—8:00 pm
Please contact Scott Ingersoll to R.S.V.P.
541-888-7533 or Toll free 1-888-280-0726
By April 17th
Speaker:
Chriset Palenshus with the Dream Saver’s
Program.
Sponsored by: Health & Human Services Division — Diabetes Grant
The Election Code states: 7-3-24 Candidacy Procedures (b) Public
Notice and Position Statements (3) “It will be stated in the Tribal
Newsletter that the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua
and Siuslaw Indians shall not be responsible for the accuracy of
the candidates’ position statements
GFORB
Attended Executive Work sessions
Mark Ingersoll, Vice-Chairman:
Feb 8 Regular Council Meeting
Feb 18 Blue Earth Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting
Attended Executive Work sessions
Arron McNutt:
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting
Attended Executive Work sessions
Tara Bowen:
Feb 8 Regular Council Meeting
Feb 18 Pacific Connector Pipeline
Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting
Attended Executive Work sessions
Bob Garcia, Chairman:
Feb 8 Regular Council Meeting
Feb 25 Business Council Meeting
LCIS, Inauguration of the New
Governor Brown
GFORB Meeting
Feb 27 UO Native American Advisory
Council Meeting
Teleconference with Porch
Meetings with Tribal Administrator
BEST Meetings
Attended Executive Work sessions
Tribal Canoe Journey
Video Airs on OPB
On February 19, 2015 a video produced by The
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde aired on
Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). Using footage
from Canoe Journey 2013 Paddle to Quinault,
they pieced together a video documentary of the
Canoe Journey experience and significance to
Tribal Nations. Many of our own Tribal members of
the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua
& Siuslaw Indians can be seen throughout the
footage. In 2013 we traveled with the Grand Ronde
through their generous invitation to see us included
in the Journey. The short film can be viewed online
at http://watch.opb.org/video/2365428475/
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April 2015
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
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.
ATTENTION VETERANS
AND FAMILIES
Veterans we need your help. Native
American Medal of Honor Medallions
are awarded to of 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.
The passes hang from the rear view mirror
and are good for access to some Forest
Service fee areas. Area maps available.
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.
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.
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: 541-888-2853.
Upcoming Events
April 2nd – Elders Luncheon – Florence
April 4th – Spruce Root Gathering & Processing 8:00 a.m.
April 7th – Parenting w/ Love & Logic-Coos Bay @ 5:30 p.m.
April 11th – Clam Dig-Meet @ Tribal Hall 10:00 a.m.
April 12th – Election Day
April 12th – Regular Council Mtng 10:00 a.m. Coos Bay
April 12th – General Council Mtng 1:00 p.m. Coos Bay
April 14th – Parenting w/ Love & Logic-Coos Bay @ 5:30 p.m.
April 15th – 16th – Native Caring Conference-Florence
April 18th – Family Fun Day @ John Topits Park
April 21st – Parenting w/ Love & Logic-Coos Bay @ 5:30 p.m.
April 21st – Tribal Family Gathering-Tribal Hall 6:00 p.m.
April 25th – Float Hunt-Florence 10:00 a.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
April 28th – Parenting w/ Love & Logic-Coos Bay @ 5:30 p.m.
April 30th – Tribal Scholarships Deadline 5:00 p.m.
May 2nd – Spruce Root Gathering & Processing 8:00 a.m.
May 2nd – Bow Making Class-Tribal Hall 10:00 a.m.
May 3rd – Tall Ships Reconciliation Ceremony-Coos Bay
May 7th – Elders Luncheon – Coos Bay
May 9th – Potential Cedar Bark Gathering Day
May 10th – Mother’s Day
May 17th – Tribal Council Mtng 10:00 a.m. Coos Bay
May 19th – Tribal Family Gathering - Florence
May 25th – Memorial Day, All Tribal Offices will be Closed
June 1st – Higher Education Stipend packets Due 5:00 p.m.
June 3rd – 4th – Elders Overnight Redwoods Trip
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
Administration Building
Alexis Barry
Tribal Administrator
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-9577
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
abarry@ctclusi.org
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
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
Tribal Housing
Department
Linda Malcomb - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1310
Fax 541-888-2853
lmalcomb@ctclusi.org
Contract Health Services
Kathryn Gabel- Contract
Health Specialist
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-4873
Toll free 1-800-227-0392
Fax 541-888-5388
kgabel@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
Family Services
Health Services
Assistant Director
Elder’s Coordinator
Iliana Montiel
1245 Fulton Ave.
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-7526
Fax 541-888-5388
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
imontiel@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
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
Chief Law Enforcement
Officer
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-2830
Fax 541-997-7293
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Tribal Police
Shayne Platz, Caseworker
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
Brad Kneaper
Chief of Police
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-6011
Fax 541-902-6507
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Tribal Dental Clinic
Springfield Outreach
Office
Department of Natural
Resources
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-6433
Toll free 1-877-688-6433
Fax 541-888-7505
1126 Gateway Loop
Suite 102
Springfield, OR 97477
Phone 541-744-1334
Toll Free 1-800-877-2718
Fax 541-744-1349
Margaret Corvi
Interim 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
Tribal Council
Warren Brainard,
Chief
Tribal Chief
541-297-1655 (cell)
wbrainard@ctclusi.org
Bob Garcia,
Chairman
Position #1 Council
541-217-4705 (cell)
bgarcia@ctclusi.org
Beaver Bowen
Position #2 Council
541-290-4531 (cell)
bbowen@ctclusi.org
Mark Ingersoll,
Vice Chairman
Position #3 Council
541-290-4610 (cell)
mingersoll@ctclusi.org
Tara Bowen
Position #4 Council
541-808-7394
tbowen@ctclusi.org
Teresa Spangler
Position #5 Council
541-808-4828 (cell)
tspangler@ctclusi.org
Arron McNutt
Position #6 Council
541-297-1183 (cell)
amcnutt@ctclusi.org
Council Meeting
April 12, 2015
Tribal Council 10:00 a.m.
General Council 1:00 p.m.
Community Center
338 Wallace Street, Coos Bay
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Council Minutes
4. Old Business
5. New Business
6. Other
7. Good of the Tribes
8. Executive Session if needed
Council meeting video available to view at
www.ctclusi.org
For information about the Tribes and
upcoming Tribal events, please visit our website
at www.ctclusi.org
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CTCLUSI Resolutions
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-014
Date of Passage: February 25, 2015
Subject (title): Authorization to Request
Funding from the ANA Social and Economic
Development Strategies
(SEDS) program
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the
submission and request for full funding
consideration of the grant application to
the 2015 ANA SEDS program for a request up
to $400,000 a year for a period of up to 36
months to support the Tribal museum
and cultural center planning.
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-015
Date of Passage: February 25, 2015
Subject (title): Authorization to Request
Funding from the ANA Sustainable
Employment and Economic Development
Strategies (SEEDS)
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the
submission and request for full funding
consideration of the grant application to
Save the Date:
the 2015 ANA SEEDS program for a request
up to $500,000 a year for a period of up to 60
months to support the development and
demonstration of a Tribal business incubator.
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-016
Date of Passage: February 25, 2015
Subject (title): Approval of the Indian
Housing Plan/Annual Performance Report for
2014
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the
Annual Performance Report to be submitted
annually to HUD for the Indian Housing Block
Grant.
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-017
Date of Passage: February 25, 2015
Subject (title): Relinquishment of Enrollment
Explanation: Tribal Council agreed on the
relinquishment of certain individuals
membership in the Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians.
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-018
Date of Passage: March 8, 2015
Subject (title): Authorization to Submit
Application for Youth and Innovation Grant
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the
submission of the application for the Youth
and Community funding opportunity, which
will be utilized to keep youth engaged and
involved in their communities through a
Healing of the Canoe program.
RESOLUTION NO.: 15-019
Date of Passage: March 8, 2015
Subject (title): Authorization to Submit
Application for Youth and Community Grant
Explanation: Tribal Council approved the
submission of the application for the Youth
and Community funding opportunity, which
will be utilized to keep youth engaged and
involved in their communities through the
development of a youth leadership group
using the Unity Model .
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Saturday, April 18 th
Tribal Member Birth
Announcement
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(Formerly: Child Abuse Intervention Center)
Our Mission: The Kids’ HOPE Center exists to reduce child
abuse through community awareness, intervention, and
to provide supports for healing and victim justice.
Call (541) 266-8806
for more information.
HOUSING OFFICE RELOCATION
We are excited to announce that the Housing Department
office has moved to 1308 Neese Street, Coos Bay, OR. The
new office is the double wide mobile home located across
Neese Street from Tribal Hall.
Our mailing address and phone numbers will remain the
same;
Mailing address –
1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420
Direct phone lines
Angelina Fay Brainard
Angelina Fay Brainard was born on January 29, 2015 at 12:36
in the afternoon. She weighed 5 lbs. 10 oz. and measured 19 3/4
inches long.
Her parents are Kip and Ann Marie Brainard, siblings Kailyn
and Shawn Brainard, and grandparents Skip and Grace Brainard.
Welcome baby Angelina!
Linda is 541-888-1310
Laura is 541-888-7504
Our New Fax is 541-435-0492
We will still have a mail box at the Administration office
that we will check daily, if you want to drop off mail for us.
You are welcome to come by to pay your rent or just stop
by to see our new offices.
Thanks,
Housing Department Staff
Housing Departments new location on the corner of Neese and Wallace St
across from Tribal Hall, 1308 Neese Street, Coos Bay, Oregon
April 2015
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Natural Resources Stencil Creates Awareness
for Non-Point Source Pollution
Submitted by Amanda Craig, Air and Water
Protection Specialist
Non-point source pollution is ubiquitous
in all reaches of our watersheds. The
pollution stems from many activities, urban
development, industrial uses, rural uses and
many others. Continuously growing urban
areas can contribute to chemicals sourced
from household cleaners, round-up, motor
oil, fuels, paint, solvents, even chemicals in
tobacco products that end up in our waterways
through domestic use. Disposing of common
products incorrectly; pouring them down the
drain, down storm drains, into the soil or
littering, can eventually result in these toxins
being transported into our water through rain,
snow and other water sources, as surface
runoff. However, most sanitation facilities
have a hazardous waste off station where you can drop
off your old paint, household cleaners, motor oil, and other
hazardous materials to be disposed of in an environmentally
safe way. Some hazardous waste is free to dispose of and
often counties hold semi-annual waste events (to find what
waste your local facility takes see the Tribes’ Integrated
Waste management page).
The Natural Resource Department maintains that the first
step to reducing non-point source pollution is awareness.
The Natural Resource staff designed three stencils that will
be placed around storm-water grates throughout our tribal
properties, community buildings, and government buildings
to remind people to think about disposing of their waste in a
manner consistent with laws, environmental conscious, and
Tribal values. When disposing of any waste, we ask you to
please think about the potential subsequent
environmental impacts that result from Pronunciation
your actions. Working with the Cultural
Guide
department and Patricia Phillips, the stencils
were designed by Margaret Corvi and Xap tlewetos =
Amanda Craig (Natural Resources Dept.) (raspy H) hop
and express the phrase ‘Water is Life’ in our tlawa-toss
native languages and English. The images
that accompany this motto, represent tribally Chii taiyuu =
important resources and activities that rely chee tie-you
on the health of our waters.
Xap tlewetos
(Hanis Coos)
Salmon stencil inspired by carving done by Tribal Elder Paul Benasco
Chii taiyuu
(Siuslaw/ Lower
Umpqua)
WATER is LIFE
Pictured top left
and below: Amanda
Craig stencils storm
drains in the Tribal
Administration
parking lot
Xap tlewetos (Water is Life) in Hanis Coos
The Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Presents
Parenting with
Stencils were designed by Margaret Corvi and Amanda Craig
When: Tuesdays, April 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th, 2015
Time: 5:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
Location: CTCLUSI Tribal Community Center
338 Wallace St.
Coos Bay, OR 97420
RSVP for this workshop series by calling
Shayne Platz at (541) 744-1334
Dinner and Childcare will be provided.
RSVP is required for participation in meals and childcare.
Sponsored by the CTCLUSI Health and Human Services Division
Amanda Craig (pictured on the left) reveals the new stencils to Ashley Russell and John
Schaefer of the Department of Natural Resources
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Preparing for College
Submitted by Tracy Blue M.S., Education Specialist
Applying for college can be a difficult
process for many students, especially if
the student does not have family members
or other mentors that have gone through
the process. This should not deter one
from going forward with higher education
planning.
All high school students have questions
about FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid), scholarships, grants, loans
and work study, as they will apply to their
particular strategies for college. This is
quite normal. The college to-do list is
getting longer every year, and seemingly
starting earlier every year. The answer
here is to be prepared. Ask questions,
seek help from everyone you can think of,
but especially those who are supporting
this endeavor. First, try your school
counselor. Try to talk with counselors at
higher education institutions, such as a
local Community College, or vocational
college. Even teachers can be a big help.
Keep everything in a notebook and stay
organized. This can be a large project, but
gets even bigger for those without keen
time management or organizational skills.
It is never too late to practice these, and
this is the perfect opportunity to sharpen
your skill set.
FAFSA is much easier to fill out these
days, but still must be thought out to
get best use of financial assistance for
the family and student. Because family
income and grades have a lot to do with
the final calculations, it is important to
sit down with the head of household to
discuss tax and other financial matters
Take college credit classes in high school,
prior to filling out the FAFSA.
if they are offered in your school. Once
Here is some simple advice:
in college, get to know your professor,
What you do in high school and even
take advantage of their ‘office’ hours, and
middle school really matters for a smooth
get to know and understand just what
transition to college. Students should
they expect from you. This is one of the
focus on the real job they have, getting
easiest ways to get efficient about study
up early, eating nutritious and getting
habits. Get to know your counselors and
good grades. Your ‘job’ will yield the best
even tutors, if
results if you put
you need one,
your best effort
“Ask questions, seek help from everyone
they are there
into your preyou can think of, but especially those
to assist you.
college thinking
Don’t be afraid
and planning.
who are supporting this endeavor.”
to ask for help!
In addition to
If you have to
grades, many
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help!”
work to help
scholarships,
pay for school,
foundations and
be very careful
granting agencies
with time management and understand
look at the overall student by their
that you will need to balance much more
contributions to school activities, sports,
volunteer work, committees, panels or any in college. Be aware that you should not
other activity that shows the well-rounded neglect your health and wellness too.
When I was in college, I went on an early
nature of the student.
morning run almost every day; it kept my
Get familiar with FAFSA at least one year
early. Find out about where funding might energy up and kept the doctor away too.
be for your particular interests. In addition, Many universities and colleges have great
resources and programs for students.
look locally at service organizations such
Higher education institutions like the
as Lions, Elks, Assistance League and
American Legion to name a few, that may University of Oregon have programs like
have local scholarship competitions. Many the Opportunities Outreach Program,
which provides support to students
times these can be less competitive than
and families in transitioning people into
the more famous national ‘competitions’
college and offers many different types of
for scholarships.
resources and networking for students.
Apply to as many schools that you want,
These programs have different names but
just to take advantage of the different
try to accomplish similar goals; to help the
financial packages that may be offered.
student become successful in the college
You may be surprised at your decision
setting. Follow your dream!
and what it will be eventually based on.
Tribal Scholarship Application Deadline
April 30, 2015
5:00 p.m.
EXTENSI0N OF DEADLINE NOTICE!
*
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Angela Bowen
Education Director
abowen@ctclusi.org
541-888-9577
Tracy Blue
Education Specialist
tblue@ctclusi.org
541-888-1314
Karen Porter
Education Assistant
kporter@ctclusi.org
541-888-1315
MAILING:
CTCLUSI EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
1245 FULTON AVE.
COOS BAY, OR 97420
Sponsored by the
Culture Coalition Committee
April 2015
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7
Coos Head Area Master Plan (CHAMP)
Submitted by Jeff Stump, Planning Director
The acquisition of Coos Head in 2005
was no small feat. It took dedicated Tribal
members and the Tribal government
nearly 20 years. It also took legal
confrontations with both the Bureau of
Indian Affairs and the General Services
Administration. The development of Coos
Head has been no small feat either.
Much as the acquisition of Coos Head
required years of work by dedicated Tribal
members, so too has the development
of Coos Head. And while many of the
no further development could
occur at Coos Head. As per the
Coos County comprehensive
plan “It is unlawful to cause,
develop, permit, erect,
construct, alter or use any
building, structure or parcel of
land contrary to the provisions
of the zoning district in which
it is located.” The right Coos
County zoning district is needed
for the short term development
of Coos Head.
But additionally,
the fee-to-trust
process also
requires the
Tribes to identify
the uses at Coos
Head. A change
in use from
forest to mixed
use for example
in a fee-to-trust
application would
Areas of Use planning map/ diagram from the Coos Head Land Use
require a higher
Concept Plan from 2008
level of NEPA
documentation.
appropriate on-site (Tribal property) uses.
With that in mind, the
The process for Tribal input will begin
Tribes in 2014 submitted
with a public meeting potentially in April.
a pre-application and
The process will take up where the Coos
application to Oregon’s
Head Integrated Resource Management
Transportation Growth
Plan left off. CHAMP will also look at the
Management program for
off-site infrastructure supporting Coos
a grant to rezone Coos
Head including roads, bike and pedestrian
Head. A resolution seeking
trails, and sewer. Basterndorff Beach and
authorization to submit
Chicken Point will also be part of the plan
the TGM application was
but the off-site infrastructure will require
Written by Carolyn Slyter, and presented October 6, 2005 when Coos
submitted by the Planning
general public input in addition to Tribal
Head ancestral land was returned to the Tribe.
Department to Tribal Council input. Therefore, please contact the Tribal
and after some debate the
Planner at 541-888-7305 and provide
obstacles to the development at Coos
resolution passed. The Tribes submitted
your critical input into this very important
Head have been overcome, some remain. the TGM application and were awarded
project. All public meetings will be
Keep in mind, the environmental issues
$150,000 for the development of a
advertised. This column will be updated
associated with the ex-military site
master plan for the Coos Head area. A
monthly in the Voice of CLUSI newsletter
were such that the BIA wouldn’t accept
master plan or comprehensive plan will
until CHAMP is complete.
the property into trust status for the
identify the
Tribes. Today, the Oregon Department
future land
of Environmental Quality has cleared
use(s) and
approximately 80% of the property to the
subsequently
residential standard demanded by the
the
Tribes. The buildings at Coos Head which appropriate
contained hazardous materials measured zoning for
approximately 40,000 square feet.
Coos Head.
Approximately 30,000 square feet have
The Tribes
now been abated and demolished. It is
are managing
estimated that it will take a minimum of 2
the Coos
years to complete the cleanup but it may
Head Area
take longer. The Coos Head fee-to-trust
Master Plan
process as well will likely take years as
or CHAMP
the property would be considered an “offand it will
reservation” fee-to-trust conversion.
require
Also, a fee status Coos Head is now
significant
subject to Coos County zoning and
Tribal
unfortunately that zoning is Forest. The
member
Forest zoning district in the State of
input to
Oregon is very restrictive and as of today
determine the View of Coos Head site when it was an operating military base in undated photograph
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Spruce Roots Gathering & Processing
Submitted by Heidi E Helms
On March 6th and 7th Tribal members came together to gather and
processed haha’ilh (Spruce Roots). It was a great day shared with
Elders, young people and children. Please join us for another weekend
of Spruce Root Gathering and Processing on Saturday, April 4th, meet at
Tribal Hall at 8:00am for Spruce Root Gathering.
Then again, Spruce Root Gathering and Processing on Saturday, May
nd
2 . We will meet at Tribal Hall at 8:00 am for Spruce Root Gathering,
then plan to be back to Tribal Hall by 10:00 am for a day of Processing
Roots in conjunction with the Bow Making Class.
April 2015
Due to the irregular nature of this year’s
seasons we are looking to set up a phone tree
for material gathering opportunities. If you are
interested in gathering maple bark or any other
materials please call Jesse Beers of the Culture
Department at (541) 297-0748 to add your
number to this phone tree. Thank you.
Pictured to the
left: Tribal Elder
Karen Nissan
and Heidi Helms
process Spruce
Roots. Photo
courtesy of
Melinda Sprague
Pictured below:
Tribal Elder
John Cauthorn.
Photo courtesy of
Melinda Sprague
Front Row from Left to Right: Kira Watson, Raquel Helms, and Isa Helms. Back Row from
Left to Right: Naomi Petrie, KayLynn Wardell, Orion Petrie, Ahsley Russell, Mark Petrie,
Kristy Watson and Liam Petrie. Photo courtesy of Heidi Helms
Photographs to the left show spruce root freshly
gathered and then processed. Photos courtesy of
Melinda Sprague
Pictured Below from left to right: Elizabeth Wymer,
Ashley Russell, Melinda Sprague, Mark Petrie and
Liam Petire hold up processed spruce root and cedar
bark. Photograph courtesy of Heidi Helms
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Hlin Yixenche kwiitlit
(We come together to dig clams)
VISIT FROM OFFICE OF SELF-GOVERNANCE
...photos continued from cover page article
Hanis Coos Word List for Clamming
Clams:
Empire Clam
=
Clam full of sand
=
Empire Clam Shell
=
Littleneck Clam
=
Butter Clam
=
Razor Clam =
tluush
xahlax
ki’nak’
k’enhl
ku’me
shilish
Actions:
To dig clams
=
kwiitlTo dig =
qalI shell (the clam)
=
npolt
Let’s shell the clams!
=
kwin polto
Do it right/well
=
xahlto
nuu’we (Hahl - tuh noo – wa)
Quickly
=
laisama
Slowly
=
qelch
To cut
=
qals (or)
kitYou all work
=
shin
sh’alshtato (shin sh - alsh - ta tuh)
Pictured above: Directors and Staff of CTCLUSI listen in on the Presentation from the Office of
Self-Governance
Pictured below: Chief Warren Brainard gifts Matt Kallappa and Shaunna McCovey with Cedar
Bark containers made by Chief David Brainard and CTCLUSI 2015 Tribal calendars created by
Tribal members Morgan Gaines and Jacob Petrie to show gratitude for their presentation and
discussion about the process of becoming a Self-Governing Tribe
PREVENTION ACTIVITY
Glass Float Hunt
With
Culture & Prevention
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Meet at Tribal Hall at 10:00 A.M.
After the dig, meet back at Tribal Hall to clean clams and enjoy a meal together.
Bring boots, shovels, and buckets if you have them.
All Tribal Families are invited to join us on
Saturday, April 25, 2015
10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Please R.S.V.P. by Thursday, April 23rd by 5:00 p.m.
DeeDee at: 541-997-6685,Toll-Free 1-866-313-9913
Or Doug's Cell at: 541-297-2130.
Prevention Topic: Respect
Sponsored by:
Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Health Services Division,
Prevention Activities,
Culture Committee
& Culture Department
Yourself and Mother Earth
Call DeeDee Plaep at
541-997-6685 or toll-free at
1-866-313-9913 to R.S.V.P.
For more information, call
Doug Barrett @ 541-297-2130.
RSVP by Friday, April 10, 2015
We will meet at 3757 Hwy 101, the Windward Office
for a Prevention Activity and Food.
You must attend the Prevention Activity to hunt for glass floats.
Prevention Topic: Respect Yourself
Sponsored by:
Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Health & Human Services Division
Family Services
Prevention Activity Program
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April 2015
The Potential Health Concerns of E-Cigarettes
Submitted by Shannon M. Schritter, BS, RDH
It goes by many names: vaping,
E-cigarettes, personal vaporizers, and
even electronic nicotine delivery systems.
But no matter what you call it, the health
effects of this alternative to smoking are
still unknown, and this should be taken
into consideration before you “light up.”
The e-cigarette comes in many shapes
and sizes. There are many different
brands on the market right now, and even
more flavor combinations to go with it.
resulting from the combination of the
heat and the PEG.
the FDA to “move and move quickly”
to regulate e-cigarettes the same way
they do tobacco products.” (http://www.
5. When the user exhales, the
thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/09/25/ecloud of PEG vapor looks a lot like
cigarettes-the-side-effects-nobody-talkstraditional smoke, but it is a vapor
about.html).
that dissipates quickly.
The vapor emitted by e-cigarettes
may not be as innocent as it appears,
Some people are saying e-cigarettes
either. “Researchers at the University
are a safe alternative to traditional
of Southern California have found that
smoking methods, but this may not
although e-Cigarettes are less harmful
be the case. Although they do not
than ordinary smokes, the vapor emitted
contain actual smoke, they can still be
They all work the same basic way:
damaging to your lungs. They still cause by the gadgets contains the toxic
element chromium, which is not found
inflammation of the lungs, which could
1. The user inhales through a
in traditional cigarettes, as well as levels
lead to a chronic cough, and decrease
mouthpiece.
of nickel four times higher than in real
in lung capacity. They also seem to
tobacco. The electronic replacements
have some potential as causes of
2. A sensor is triggered by this air
also contain lead, zinc and other toxic
asthma and allergies, according to the
flow that switches on a small, batteryAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma, and metals, although in lower levels than
powered heater.
cigarettes” (http://www.forbes.com/sites/
Immunology (ACAAI). “A recent study
jasperhamill/2014/08/31/the-healthpublished in the journal Nicotine and
3. This heater vaporizes the liquid
claims-of-e-cigarettes-are-going-up-inTobacco Research revealed that while
nicotine and vaporizes propylene
smoke/2/).
secondhand exposure to e-cigarettes is
glycol (PEG) in a small, replaceable
“Researchers have also determined
likely less harmful than tobacco smoke,
cartridge. PEG is what makes the
it still exposes bystanders to some levels that e-cigarettes vapor contains “free
“puff” of smoke.
radicals,” [which are] known toxins found
of nicotine. Until more research can be
4. The user gets a puff of hot gas
in cigarette smoke and air pollution.
done, organizations like the American
that feels a lot like tobacco smoke,
Free radicals are highly reactive
Lung Association are strongly urging
agents that can damage
DNA or other molecules
within cells, resulting
in cell death. Cigarette
smoke contains 1014 free
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far fewer free radicals
than cigarette smoke-1
percent as much-their
presence in e-cigarettes still
suggests potential health
risks that merit further
study researchers say.”
(E-Cigarettes An Emerging
Public Health Concern,
John Hopkins Researchers
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needs to be done before we
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PEACEGIVING
Peacegiving is a traditional Restorative Justice
option available to you for the resolution of conflict.
All Peacegiving or Peacegiving Court issues are confidential.
Photo By: Jesse Beers
For more information about Peacegiving or Peacegiving Court,
please visit the Peacegiving Website or contact the Peacegiving
Court Coordinator at the address listed below.
Peacegiving Court Coordinator
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
PHONE: (541) 888-1306 or (541) 888-1316
EMAIL: Peacegivingcourt@ctclusi.org
Website: http://ctclusi.org/peacegiving
A Word from Tribal Court
Submitted by Tribal Court
Did you know that as a Tribal member you are able to
file a Small Claims case in Tribal Court?
Small Claims procedures are in place to hear and decide
civil suits in a prompt and economical way. Hearings in
Small Claims Court are informal, and all parties (Plaintiff
and Defendant) appear without lawyers, and all decisions
made by the Judge are final.
Small Claim Suits can be filed against an individual, a
business, or a corporation as long as the claim does not
exceed $5000, and a “good faith” effort has been made
to resolve the issue beforehand. A “good faith” effort is
making every reasonable attempt to remedy the situation
prior to filing a claim against another. Small Claims suits
may be made for the return of property or the value of any
loss or damage to property, the completion of a contract
not exceeding $5000, or for “in-kind” services.
When filing a claim you must submit all paperwork
along with a filing fee to Tribal Court. The filing fee varies
depending on the amount of the claim; $40 for claims up to
$1500, and a filing fee of $75 for claims of $1501-$5000.
A judgment in Tribal Court is a valid judgment and
enforceable the same as any other judgment in State
Courts.
For complete instructions on how to file and
downloadable forms please visit our website at http://
ctclusi.org/page/334/tribal-court-forms.
Tribe Welcomes Officer Doug Laird
Submitted by Morgan Gaines, Communications Specialist
Officer Doug Laird brings years of experience
to his new position as Tribal Police’s newest
officer. Officer Laird has previously worked in
his hometown of North Bend, Oregon and is
glad to be back in the area. His roots here give
him a strong tie to the local community.
After serving in the Marine Corp, Doug
was a Police Explorer in the North Bend and
Coquille Reserves. He served three years
with the North Bend Police Department before
heading to Federal Way, Washington, a much
more urban area, to gain experience and
bring it back to utilize in his home
community. Doug spent sixteen
years in Washington working as a
Patrol Officer, Traffic/ Motor Officer,
Detective, and Administrative officer.
During his time in Federal Way he
also received a Lifesaving Award and
Chief’s Meritorious service Award.
In January 2014 Officer Laird
received his Bachelors degree in
Criminal Justice from the America
Military University and holds an
intermediate and advanced certificate
as a Police Officer based on his
degree, experience, and training.
Earning his degree gave him a new
perspective on law enforcement and
he applied with the Tribes because
the opportunity to work with the
restorative justice, mediation, and
peacegiving was a good fit with his
outlook on what criminal justice can
be.
On a more personal note, Doug is also an
outdoorsman. He enjoys fishing, archery,
and is willing to do cross fit with anyone who
wants to. He’s has been married to his wife
Molly for the last 20 years and is the father
of four children, one of whom is in the Army,
one in college, and two in junior-high.
Officer Laird is working out of the Tribal
Police office at Tribal Administration in Coos
Bay, Oregon. Feel free to stop by and say
hello.
CTCLUSI Tribal Police Officer Doug Laird
CTCLUSI Tribal Police
Officer Doug Laird
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April 2015
Coping With Change – Managing Your Emotions & Expectations
Submitted by Mike Smith, Training and Development Specialist
team up, or it can lead people to find other about what’s coming.
Once you’ve determined how this change
employment. Researchers Mel Fugate,
Angelo J. Kinicki, and Gregory E. Prussia is going to affect you and your well-being,
argue that there are two major types of you can then go through a second appraisal.
In this assessment, you think about
coping strategies: “control coping” and
how you can control what’s happening by
“escape coping.”
How much change have you experienced
“Control coping” is positive and proactive. asking, “What can I do about this situation?”
in the last year? Perhaps you’ve had You refuse to feel like a victim of change, You also begin to look at the resources you
to learn a complicated new software instead you take charge and do whatever have available for coping with this change,
system. You may have taken on new team you can to be part of the solution, including and you start thinking about whether
members, or a new role. Or you might have managing your feelings.
these are sufficient. Next, make a list of
gone through a merger or an acquisition.
“Escape coping” is based on avoidance. things that might help you through this
Change is routine in today’s workplace. You experience thoughts and emotions, or change. Which of your current skills will
And, no matter what you do, you probably take specific actions, that help you avoid help you to succeed? Do you have a skill
can’t – or shouldn’t – try to stop it. However, the difficulties of change. For instance, you or knowledge gap that might hinder your
you can choose how you react to it. If might deliberately miss training classes, or ability to navigate this change? And do you
you can embrace and cope with change, show up too late to attend a meeting about need additional training? Also, do your
you’ll be valued highly in your organization. the upcoming change.
best to find out more about this change. Be
You’ll be seen as a flexible and adaptable
People can use both strategies proactive, ask for news and updates, and
team player, and this reputation can open simultaneously when coping with change. make sure that you share what you learn
up many opportunities. If, however, you However, as you can imagine, control with your colleagues. This will help them
consistently resist change, you’ll be seen coping is the best option to choose, feel informed and comfortable, but might
as “part of the problem,” and you’ll get left because it puts you in a position of positive also prevent the spread of rumors, which
behind.
control. Here, you proactively search for a can lower morale and engagement.
In this article, we’ll look at why coping with way to be a part of the solution, instead of
Your coping efforts determine how well
change is so important, and we’ll discuss a reacting to, and avoiding, the change.
you handle the situation. This is where
framework that you can use to deal with it
control coping and escape coping strategies
Transactional Model of Stress and
more effectively.
often come into play. It’s important to
Coping
avoid common escape coping strategies,
The Importance of Coping
So, how can you put yourself in control? like drinking too much alcohol, lashing out
So, what is coping? One formal definition
Richard Lazarus and Susan Folkman emotionally, and other negative behaviors.
says that it’s a “process by which an give us a useful way of doing this with Instead, focus on control coping, and think
about how you can take control of this
individual attempts to minimize the negative their “Transactional Model
situation and create a
emotions that arise from the experience of of Stress and Coping”.
positive outcome for
negative events.” Another defines coping You can use this simple “Remember to take time
yourself and for the
as “cognitive and behavioral efforts to deal approach to look objectively
for
yourself...
it’s
essential
people around you.
with experiences that tax or exceed one’s at the change situation
to
take
time
out
during
the
People who have a
resources.”
you’re experiencing, and
positive outlook find it
Put simply, coping describes the way analyze what you can do
day to eat healthy foods, get
easier to engage
that we think about and deal with stressful to respond to it effectively.
some exercise, and de-stress” much
in control coping. So,
events.
In your primary appraisal,
use positive thinking
Importantly, it’s often your attitude towards you evaluate the event and
techniques
like
change that determines your emotions and its significance to you, your
Affirmations
and
Visualization
to
foresee
a
your experience of it. Some people view unique situation, and your sense of wellgreat
outcome.
change positively, and see it as an exciting being. You’re answering the question “Is
Next, keep up-to-date with what your
opportunity to learn and grow. Others see this change going to affect you in a positive
colleagues are going through. If this change
change negatively, as something to fear or a negative way?”
and to avoid.
A major part of coping with change is affects them as well, ask them how they’re
It’s important to know how to cope with deciding whether the change represents coping. Often, reaching out and trying to
change, because there’s so much of it a threat: at this initial stage, you might help others can also help you cope more
about. Organizations are continuously not be sure what risks or opportunities effectively. Our article on coaching through
shifting, growing, downsizing, merging, this change poses for you. It can also be change has many strategies that you can
and acquiring people and resources. helpful to identify the positive and negative use to help your colleagues and team
Developments in technology mean that consequences of the change you’re facing. members cope.
Remember to take time for yourself. If
we need to learn new ways of working Does it threaten your expert status or your
you’re
going through a major organizational
and communicating. We also need to
job, or is the impact smaller?
change
such as a promotion, takeover, or
know how to cope with
Or will this change make
smaller changes, such
your work easier or enhance acquisition, you might feel pressured to
“The inability to cope
as getting to know a
your skills? You’ll feel more work longer hours, especially if your job is
new team member, or with change can also lead
in control and informed when at risk. This is often appropriate, however,
to
great
stress,
and
other
learning new standards
you know both the positive it’s essential to take time out during the day
in a particular industry.
negative physical and
and negative consequences, to eat healthy foods, get some exercise,
People who resist
and this will also guide your and de-stress; and it’s also important to
psychological effects”
remember to relax after a hard day’s work.
change will likely find
actions in the next step.
Last, try to maintain a positive outlook
themselves overlooked
It can often be useful to
about
the situation. Even if a change seems
for important projects, passed over for talk informally about what you’re feeling
promotions, or left behind entirely. The – remember that it usually helps to have negative at first, there’s often a positive
inability to cope with change can also lead social support in these situations. It’s also outcome if you take the time to find it. Only
to great stress, and other negative physical important to manage your emotions. Try you can decide whether you’ll grow from
and psychological effects.
not to take negative feelings out on others, the situation, or let it affect you negatively.
and use techniques like thought awareness
How to Cope with Change
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Change can bring amazing opportunities, in mind that not all change is bad – often, it Your Emotions and Expectations” published online by
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“He who rejects change is the architect
of decay. The only human institution
which rejects progress is the cemetery.”
- Harold Wilson, British politician
April 2015
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13
Elders Corner
Elders Coastal Adventure
Submitted by Iliana Montiel, Elders Coordinator and Assistant Health
Director
On February 26th the Elders ventured up the coast to Newport.
The Elders bus stopped in Florence and picked up the Florence
and Springfield Elders ― it was one big happy bus load! A couple
of hours later we met up with the rest of the Elders at The Original
Mo’s on the Newport Bayfront for
lunch. After lunch we ventured off to
the Hatfield Marine Science Center.
Upon arrival we were able to watch
play time with a live octopus. We
learned the female dies shortly after
giving birth and the lifespan of an
octopus is only three years. After
the Octopus feeding, one of the
scientists came out and gave our
Elders a private presentation about
the museum. After the presentation,
the
scientist
walked us around
the museum and
explained all the
different stations.
We then headed
out to check-in at
the Holiday Inn
Express, but not
before Doc Slyter
missed the bus.
Good thing his
sister Debbie was watching
out for him.
After check-in and a
little rest, we drove to the
Chowder Bowl at Nye
Beach for dinner. Dinner
was amazing! The wait staff was so efficient and nice; and the
food was delicious. After dinner the staff came and sang Happy
Birthday to Madeline Knowlton who had a “big” birthday that
day. Everyone received a nice piece of Marionberry Cobbler for
dessert. It was soon time to say good night for the evening.
The next morning started with a “hot” continental breakfast at
the hotel. Then we journeyed out for our next adventure. We
arrived a little early at the aquarium, so we played a game of cat
and mouse in the parking lot to see how many cars we could
get to follow the bus. It was quite amusing for the people on the
bus – seems like one never totally grows up, there’s a little kid
inside us all. At 10:00 we were met by our first tour guide. We
were split up into two groups and off to the individual sites we
went. At 11:00, we regrouped for our second tour ― behind the
scenes. Many of our Elders were delighted with just taking the
first tour and decided to wait for the others in our lunch room. The
aquarium catered a wonderful buffet lunch for us, with a firsthand
view of the shark aquarium. During the lunch, Doc Slyter played
his flute and serenaded Miss Piggy (Miss Piggy being the largest
shark in the tank).
After lunch we said our goodbyes as everyone headed out to
their separate destinations. Special thanks to DeeDee Plaep
and Traci Stefanek for all their assistance in
making this Elders trip such a success.
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Tribes Blue Earth Services &
Technology introduces ComLink
Submitted by Blue Earth Services & Technology and Blue Earth ComLink
Introducing Blue Earth ComLink, now launched and proud
to be the “Technology” in Blue Earth Services & Technology
(BEST). ComLink is an “interconnect” company, which means we
install and maintain customer telephone equipment and network
wiring, mostly for small and medium sized businesses, and also
governmental and non-profit organizations.
Blue Earth Comlink is an ICON Voice Networks partner which
allows us to be an authorized distributor for Iwatsu and Alcatel/
Lucent OmniPCX brand of telephone systems. We are also highly
skilled with Nortel, Vodavi, NEC and Mitel telephone systems.
Rick Ray, Blue Earth ComLink Supervisor, has been in the
telecommunications industry in the Southwest Oregon area
for 19 years, and is very well known in the greater Coos Bay
area. Rick has worked for BOS Telephone, UNICOM, Eschelon,
Integra Telecom and ComSpan Communications in the past. He
is certified to install Iwatsu APS and ECS systems and Alcatel/
Lucent OmniPCX telephone systems. Rick is also a Limited
Energy Technician class “B” licensed by the State of Oregon.
CTCLUSI Tribal member Justin Krossman, Field Operations
Manager, has been in the telecommunications industry in
Southwest Oregon for 6 years. Justin has previously worked
for ComSpan Communications. He is certified to install Alcatel/
Lucent OmniPCX telephone systems, and is also a Limited Energy
Technician class “B” licensed by the State of Oregon. Justin also
has certifications for fiber optic installation and splicing, a very
important part of what Blue Earth ComLink has to offer its clients.
In the future, as the Blue Earth Comlink business grows, BEST
hopes to offer new employment opportunities for training and
careers in the “high-tech” telecommunications field to Tribal
members graduating from High School.
Blue Earth Comlink is headquartered in the BEST offices at
990 S. 2nd St. in Coos Bay, and for further information, call Rick or
Justin at 541-269-2964.
Tribe Welcomes Gloria Cardinal
to its Human Resources Team!
Submitted by Stephanie Watkins, Human Resources Director
It gives me great pleasure to introduce our newest member of
the Human Resources team, Gloria Cardinal. As an Aboriginal
member of one of Canada’s First Nations, Gloria brings a
wealth of skills and experience in both business pursuits and
Tribal cultural endeavors. Gloria also possesses 12 years of
experience as a post-secondary educator, as well as, 8 years of
experience managing community programs and services, and
she has passion for wellness programs. In addition, she has
participated with a number of non-profit gifting endeavors. On a
personal note, Gloria is an avid bike rider and enjoys exploring
her creativity as an artist. Gloria joins us today and will be
working primarily out of our Florence Human Resources offices.
Please take the opportunity to introduce yourselves to her as we
warmly welcome her to our family!
10th!
Annual
Native Caring
A Conference to Learn, Connect and Share
Come join other caregivers of
Pictured Left to Right: Rick Ray and Justin Krossman of Blue Earth ComLink
Native Elders, and relative
caregivers of children from
Northwest Indian communities
for this two-day event. You will
have the opportunity to attend
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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
valuable workshops which will
enhance your caregiving skills
and give you a refreshing break
from your daily responsibilities.
April 15 – 16, 2015
Three Rivers Casino and Hotel
Florence, Oregon
Some topics to be included:
Caregiver Hands-On Skills
Consumer Protection / Fraud
Healthy Family Communication
It’s More Than Elder Abuse
Traditional Foods
Caregiver Well-Being
Medication Management
Caring for Those with Memory Loss
Hosted by:
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians, The Cow Creek
Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, Coquille Indian Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla
Indian Reservation, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Confederated Tribes of Siletz
Indians, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, The Klamath Tribes, Burns Paiute Tribe,
AARP and the DHS State Unit on Aging
For more information contact:
Doug Morrison, CTCLUSI (541) 997-6685
Wilson Wewa, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (541) 553-3313
Michelle Carson, The Klamath Tribes (541) 783-2219 Ext. 175
April 2015
Join a Committee
Would you like to serve on a Tribal committee?
Enrollment, Housing, Education, Culture,
Health, Elders, Budget, Investment, and
Garden Committees are always accepting
letters of interest. Submit your letter of
interest to Jeannie McNeil at jmcneil@
ctclusi.org. All letters of interest are kept on
file for one year.
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Save the Date
Tall Ships Reconciliation Ceremony
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Tribal Member Achievements
Dowdy Siblings
Make Honor Roll and More!
SKY Camp-2015
Submitted by Gloria Dowdy
39th Annual Closing Evening
Hanis Coos member, Everett “Rett” Dowdy of Springfield won 1st place
in the 2015 National Geographic Bee at Thurston Middle School. This
means that Rett will go on to compete at Western Oregon University
at the State level. Rett also received Honor Roll for the 3rd year in a
row. His sister, Jocelyn Dowdy
has received honor roll at
Thurston Middle School for the
2nd year in a row.
MINI POW WOW
FRIDAY, June 26, 2015
Pow Wow starts about 7 pm
SKY Camp
Highway 58 to Lowell
Left into City of Lowell
Follow the Road to Fall Creek Dam/Winberry Park
Follow the signs to SKY Camp
past the Fall Creek Dam
DANCERS WELCOME
Please bring your regalia & come join the
summer camp kids for a fun evening of
sharing your skills and seeing what the
students have learned at camp. Thank
you.
Rhett Dowdy
Due to the increased number of student campers
and limited space, Dinner on Friday night is by RSVP
only. Dinner begins at 5:30 pm
If you would like to be considered for dinner, please
contact the office no later than June 10th.
541-790-5900 (leave message) or
Brenda Brainard 541-914-9985
39th Annual
NATIVE AMERICAN/
ALASKA NATIVE
SUMMER CAMP
2015
JUNE 23-27
CAMPER APPLICATION
Jocelyn Dowdy
Kaylynne Grigsby
Makes Honor Roll
Submitted by Jill Barrett
SKY CAMP is located near Lowell, It is an over night camp that provides
cultural, recreational & social activities for students enrolled in the NATIVES
Program & in public school in Eugene. Camp is now in its 39th year. Joe &
Brenda Brainard are the co-Directors & are assisted by the Parent
Committee, staff, students & volunteers. (Camp Costs for students not in
the Program is $300.00 for the week).
WHO CAN WORK:
Kaylynne Grigsby made Honor
Roll with a 3.0 GPA at Siuslaw
High School. Congratulations
Kaylynne!
CIT’s: 9th grade next fall & up
Counselors: 11th grade & up
(or selected for special skills if younger)
Youth Team: 9th grade & up
Jr. Youth Team: 8th grade & up
WHO CAN BE CAMPERS:
Campers are students who will be in grades 3-7 NEXT YEAR.
That means they will be in 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th grade STARTING
next September. All campers must com-plete an application & emergency
health form. Campers will be selected in accordance with the priority policy
approved by the Parent Committee.
HOW DO I GET THERE:
Transportation is provided to & from camp. The bus will leave from
the 4J Ed Center, 200 N. Monroe at 9:00 am on Tuesday, June 23rd & return
to the same location on Saturday, June 27th at about noon. You must pick
up your child. Please notify the Office if your student WILL NOT be riding
the bus (you will drive them to camp). Or, call Joe (541-914-9984) or
Brenda (541-914-9985) on their cell phones.
WHAT DOES CAMP COST?
Camp is free for Program students. Please do not bring any money
to camp--there is no place to spend it.
Sponsored by the
NATIVES Indian Education Program
serving Eugene 4J School District
and the
NATIVES Program Parent Committee
HOW DO I SIGN UP:
Carefully read this brochure & the policies. Fill out the application,
signed by BOTH camper & parent & emergency health form. Return the
application & health form to the Office as soon as possible. All applications
must be received no later than MAY 29, 2015. One complete set of
forms need to be filled out for EACH camper.
Kaylynne Grigsby
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Department of Human Resources
CTCLUSI
Current Openings at CTCLUSI and All Other Tribal Entities
Student Internships
Blue Earth
No openings at this time
Three Rivers Casino Resort ~ Florence
Banquet/Event Supervisor
Bartender ~ Beverage Server
Buffet Station Attendant
Cage Cashier
Dish Machine Operator
Food Server ~ Environmental Service Tech
Line Cook ~ Lead Cook
Host
Slot/Keno/Bingo Attendant
Summer Team Member
Special Events Team Member
Table Games Dealer
Team Dining Room Staff
Tribal Government Offices
Dentist
Special Events Employee
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.
http://ctclusi-int.atsondemand.com/
Go to Job Opportunities on the website for full
job posting and to Apply Online
Updated Daily
Or call Recruitment at 541-902-6504
Department of Human Resources
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
THREE RIVERS CASINO RESORT ~ COOS BAY
Line Cooks
Dish Machine Operator/Prep Cooks
Bartender/Food Servers
Register or Log In at
threeriverscasino.com
Go to Exciting Careers link for full
job posting and to Apply Online
Updated Daily
Or call Recruitment at
541-902-6504
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 April 1, 2015.
Tribal Members will need to register or log in at www.ctclusi.org
Deadline to apply is May 8, 2015.
For Additional Information, Contact
Stephanie Watkins at 541-902-6502 or Pam Hickson at 541-902-6504
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
5647 HWY 126, Florence Oregon 97439 (541) 902-6504
2015 THREE RIVERS CASINO RESORT SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
APPLICATION INFORMATION LETTER
WHAT IS THE TRC & H SUMMER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM?
Three Rivers Casino Resort is delivering a paid Summer Employment Program beginning June 15, 2015 to August 21, 2015
for CTCLUSI Tribal Members. Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence, Oregon and is offering this employment opportunity
as an integral part of its long-term strategy of providing the highest quality of career and employment opportunities to all
CTCLUSI Tribal Members. Three Rivers Casino Resort provides work experience in a range of Guest Service professions and
support services including Hotel, Finance, Casino Marketing, Human Resources, Food & Beverage, and Informational
Technology.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
To be eligible to participate in the TRC & H Summer Employment program, you must be a member of the Confederated Tribes
of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians.
WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF SELECTION?
The Director of Human Resources and the Recruitment Specialist for Three Rivers Casino Resort review submitted
applications for completeness and administer the evaluation process. The following criteria are considered during the selection
process: academic merit, presentation of application, and involvement in the Native community. An appointed committee
conducts a final review of the application evaluations and makes an official selection of awarded applicants.
WHEN IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE?
Applications are being received ONLINE March 9, 2015 through May 8, 2015. Completed application must be
received online by 5pm on Monday: May 8, 2015 at www.ctclusi.org. Log in or register to see job announcement.
WHEN WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IF YOU ARE SELECTED?
Interviews and hiring decisions will be complete Monday – June 1, 2015
WHAT ARE THE EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS?
TRC & H Summer Employment recipients must meet the following award requirements. All rights to the Three Rivers Casino
Resort Summer Employment program are waived if the requirements are not met.
Submit an online application at www.ctclusi.org (log in or register to see job announcement)
Pass pre-employment drug test.
Obtain Gaming License from CTCLUSI Gaming Commission.
Actively participate in the TRC & H Summer Employment.
Adhere to current Three Rivers Casino Resort policies as outlined in Team Member Handbook.
WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?
Stephanie Watkins, Director of Human Resources
Phone: (541) 902-6502
Email: swatkins@ctclusihr.org
Pam Hickson, Recruitment Specialist
Phone: (541) 902-6504
Email: phickson@ctclusihr.org
Online Applications: March 9, 2015 - May 8, 2015
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