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CLUSI
Issue 8
Volume 18
www.ctclusi.org
NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS
CTCLUSI Tribal Council Strive to Push Bills through
the State and the Senate for the Good of the Tribe
Signing Ceremony for SB 144-A earlier in July. The bill prohibits taking of artifacts from state public lands and also allows the OR
Dept of Justice to investigate and prosecute if the district attorney declines to prosecute these cultural resources crimes. Tribes and
several state agencies as well as the state-tribal cultural resources cluster have been discussing this issue for years. It has also been
a long-term topic and issue of concern for LCIS. Our thanks to LCIS Member-Legislators who sponsored the bill. The bill passed 29-0
(1 excused) in the Senate and 53-0 (7 excused) in the House. The bill takes effect January 1, 2018.
Pictured above, Vice-Chair Teresa Spangler and Chief Warren Brainard met
with Senater Wyden mid July. The House passed HR 1306 and it will now be
sent to the Senate.
Learn what the Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act is on Page 2
Also in this issue:
Celebrating our Graduates
Turn to pages 10 & 11
Summer School photos on
page 14 & 15
Student Recognition Dinner
photos on page 9
Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
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Tribal Council Business
As reported at the July 9, 2017 Regular Tribal Council Meeting
Chief Warren Brainard:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting; Blessing at Jordan
Cove Site
June14 Lane Act
June 15 Coos Head Meeting
June 17-18 Meetings with Peter DeFazio
June 18 Meeting with Lobbyist with Jordan Cove
June 22 Executive Work Session
June 25 Reception with Jeff Merkley for Senator Heinrich of New
Mexico
June 27 Signing of Bill in Salem
June 28 Summer School Student Lunch
July 1 Student Recognition Dinner
July 6 Elders BBQ at Sunset
Participated in various interviews
Doc Slyter:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting; Blessing at Jordan
Cove Site
June 14 Tribal Sweat
June 15 GFORB; Executive Work Session
June 20 Tribal Sweat; Summer Solstice
June 21 Tribal Sweat; Tribal Family Dinner; Housing Committee
Meeting
June 28 Summer School Lunch
July 6 Elders BBQ at Sunset
Participated in various interviews
Beaver Bowen:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting
June 12-13 Camp Easter Seal Clean Up
June 15 GFORB; Executive Work Session
June 16 Department of Public Safety Standards Training
(DPSST) Basic Police Curriculum Revision Group
June 21 Tribal Government Lunch /BBQ
June 28 Summer School Lunch
June 30 Came to Clean Salmon
July 1 Student Recognition Dinner
Participated in various interviews
The August 2017 Tribal Council Meeting will be in Eugene
August 13, 2017
Hampton Inn
3780 West 11th Avenue, Eugene, Oregon 97402
CTCLUSI Resolutions
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-040
Date of Passage: July 9, 2017
Subject (title):Enrollment Approval of New Members
Explanation: Tribal Council approves the recommendation of
the Enrollment Committee to approve the applications of eight (8)
new members.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-041
Date of Passage: July 9, 2017
Subject (title): Enrollment Name Changes and Corrections to the
Roll
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves the recommendations
of the Enrollment Committee to accept the name changes of two
(2) enrolled members of the Tribe.
RESOLUTION NO.: 17-042
Date of Passage: July 9, 2017
Subject (title): Active to Historic
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves the recommendation
of the Enrollment Committee to change the status from “Active”
to “Historic” for Tribal Member, Janet Denise Lent.
Teresa Spangler, Vice - Chairman:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting
June 12-13 Camp Easter Seal Clean Up
June 15-16 Elders Trip
June 19 Education Meeting
June 21 Tribal Government Lunch /BBQ; Housing Committee
Meeting
June 28 Summer School Lunch
July 1 Attended Tribal Member Wedding and Gifted Graduate
with Blanket
July 6 Economic Development Work Group
July 7 Northwest Natural Gas Luncheon
July 8 Severy Access Design Project Public Meeting
Participated in various interviews
Arron McNutt:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting
June 12-13 Camp Easter Seal Clean Up
June 15 GFORB; Executive Work Session
July 1 Student Recognition Dinner
Participated in various interviews
Tara Bowen:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting
June 15 GFORB; Executive Work Session
June 21 Tribal Government Lunch /BBQ
June 28 Summer School Lunch
July 1 Student Recognition Dinner
Participated in various interviews
Mark Ingersoll:
June 11 Tribal Council Regular Meeting; Blessing at Jordan
Cove site
June 15 GFORB; Executive Work Session
June 16 Tour of Trails at Tribal Hall
June 17 Meetings with Peter DeFazio
June 23 Grand Ronde Casino Visit; Visit also to Ilani Casino in
Washington
June 25 Reception with Jeff Merkley for Senator Heinrich of New
Mexico
July 1 Student Recognition Dinner
Participated in various interviews
HR 1306
Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act
This bill specifies land to become part of the reservation of:
(1) the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians; and (2)
the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw
Indians. The land is taken into trust when the Department of
the Interior and the tribes enter agreements that secure certain
access rights to the land. Federal law applies to the export
of unprocessed logs harvested from this land and to forest
management on this land. Gaming on this land is prohibited.
This land is not subject to the land use planning requirements
of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 or the
Act of August 28, 1937. Interior must reclassify public domain
land as Oregon and California Railroad grant land in equal
acreage as grant land held in trust as part of this land.
This bill amends the Coquille Restoration Act to remove
the requirement that Interior manage the Coquille Forest in
accordance with state and federal forestry and environmental
protection laws. Federal law applies to the export of
unprocessed logs harvested from the Coquille Forest. Sales
of timber must be advertised, offered, and awarded according
to competitive bidding practices.
The bill repeals a provision giving the U.S. District Court for the
District of Oregon jurisdiction over certain actions concerning
the Coquille Forest and limiting remedies to equitable relief.
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Information
QUESTIONS OR SUGGESTIONS?
The CLUSI Tribal Council welcomes your ideas,
comments, criticisms, etc.
Please write to: Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
ATTN: Tribal Council 1245 Fulton Ave.
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
ATTENTION VETERANS
AND FAMILIES
Veterans we need your help. Native American Medal
of Honor Medallions are awarded to Veterans at
the Salmon Ceremony each year. Please contact Jan
Lawrence at 541-888-7538 or at jlawrence@ctclusi.org
for new requirements needed to be honored.
COMMITTEE INTEREST LIST
If you are a Tribal member and intersted in being
on a committee, please contact Jeannie McNeil,
541-888-7506. We are currently keeping a list
of those interested so that when a committee
vacancy occurs we can fill it as soon as possible,
so please contact us whether there is a vacancy
or not.
US FOREST SERVICE
NORTHWEST FOREST PASSES
Now available at the Tribal Administration Building,
Florence and Springfield Outreach offices.
Requirements are: 1. Must be a CTCLUSI Tribal
member. 2. Must be over 16 years old. 3. You may
only be issued one per year. The passes hang from the
rear view mirror and are good for access to some Forest
Service fee areas. Area maps available.
CHANGES?
Please let us know if you have a change in
address, phone number, name or addition to
your family. Changes should be submitted to
Enrollment Dept., 1245 Fulton Ave., Coos Bay,
OR 97420. Phone: 541-888-7506 or Fax: 541888-2853.
TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
Full video available at www.ctclusi.org
If you would like to receive typed copies or
an audio CD of the Tribal Council meeting
minutes send a written request, including
your current address to Jeannie McNeil, 1245
Fulton Ave. Coos Bay, OR 97420.
Tribal Council
Upcoming Events
August 1 – HOC Youth Night, Tribal Hall, 6:30 p.m.
August 3rd – Elders BBQ Luncheon, Hole in the Wall
BBQ, Springfield, 11:30 a.m.
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August 5 – Dental Clinic Open House
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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August 5 – Breakfast with Tribal Council,
Community Center 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
August 5th – S’mores at Tribal Hall,
7:00 p.m. until dark
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August 6 – Salmon Ceremony
August 8th – HOC Youth Night, Tribal Hall,
6:30 p.m.
August 12th & 13th – Weaving Workshops at
Gregory Point
August 12th - Bicycle Safety Rode with Tribal Police,
CIT Health Center
August 13th – Regular Council Meeting,
Hampton Inn, Eugene
August 15th – Tribal Family Gathering Dinner, TRC
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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
Buffet, doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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August 15 – CCDF Public Hearing, Florence, TRC
Buffet meeting room 6:00 p.m.
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August 16 - Deadline for Back to School supply
sign ups
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August 16 – HOC Youth Drum Night at
Camp Ta Nae
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August 17 – Healthy Families & Lifestyles
Workshop, Eugene Siletz Office 5:30 p.m.
August 23rd – Diabetes Prevention & Management
Class, Community Center, 11:30 a.m.
August 22nd – HOC Youth Night, Tribal Hall,
6:30 p.m.
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August 24 - Healthy Families & Lifestyles
Workshop, Eugene Siletz Office 5:30 p.m.
August 29th – HOC Back to School BBQ with the
Coquille
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September 7 – Elders BBQ Luncheon, Florence
Outreach Office, 11:30 a.m.
Join a Committee
Enrollment, Housing, Education, Culture, Health, Elders, Budget,
Investment, and Garden Committees are always accepting letters
of interest. Would you like to serve on a Tribal committee? Submit
your letter of interest to Jeannie McNeil at jmcneil@ctclusi.org. All
letters of interest are kept on file for one year.
CTCLUSI Departments, Services & Offices
Government Office
Alexis Barry
Chief Executive Officer
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-9577
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
abarry@ctclusi.org
Purchased/Referred Care
(FKA Contract Health
Services)
Sharon Arnold - PRC Specialist
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-4873
Toll free 1-800-227-0392
Fax 541-888-5388
sarnold@ctclusi.org
Elders Activities
Andrew Brainard
CHR/Elders Activity Program
Coordinator
1245 Fulton Ave.
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-7526
Fax 541-888-5388
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
imontiel@ctclusi.org
Education Department
Angela Bowen-Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-888-1317
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
abowen@ctclusi.org
Tribal Court
J.D. Williams
Chief Judge
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-9577
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
tribalct@ctclusi.org
Department of Human
Resources
Stephanie Watkins - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-888-7508
Toll Free: 1-888-280-0726
Fax: 888-723-3270
swatkins@ctclusihr.org
Family Services
Shayne Platz, Lead Case
Manager
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-744-1334
Toll Free 1-800-877-2718
Fax 541-744-1349
splatz@ctclusi.org
Cultural Department
Jesse Beers - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1319
Fax 541-888-2853
jbeers@ctclusi.org
Tribal Housing Department
Linda Malcomb - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1310
Fax 541-888-2853
lmalcomb@ctclusi.org
Tribal Dental Clinic
Dr. Sarah Rodgers
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-6433
Toll free 1-877-688-6433
Fax 541-888-7505
Health & Human
Services Division
Vicki Faciane - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-7515
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-5388
vfaciane@ctclusi.org
Springfield Outreach Office
1126 Gateway Loop
Suite 102
Springfield, OR 97477
Phone 541-744-1334
Toll Free 1-800-877-2718
Fax 541-744-1349
Florence Outreach Office
Physical: 3757 Hwy. 101
Mailing: P.O. Box 2000
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-6685
Toll Free 1-866-313-9913
Fax 541-997-1715
Tribal Gaming Commission
Brad Kneaper
Executive Director of the
Gaming Commission
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-2830
Fax 541-997-7293
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Tribal Police
Brad Kneaper
Chief Law Enforcement Officer
5647 Hwy 126, Suite 100
Florence, OR 97439
Phone 541-997-6011
Fax 541-902-6507
bkneaper@ctclusi-pd.com
Department of Natural
Resources
Margaret Corvi
Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1304
Toll Free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
mcorvi@ctclusi.org
Warren Brainard,
Chief
Tribal Chief
541-297-1655 (cell)
wbrainard@ctclusi.org
Doc Slyter
Position #1 Council
541-808-7625 (cell)
dslyter@ctclusi.org
Beaver Bowen
Position #2 Council
541-290-4531 (cell)
bbowen@ctclusi.org
Mark Ingersoll,
Chairman
Position #3 Council
541-290-4610 (cell)
mingersoll@ctclusi.org
Tara Bowen
Position #4 Council
541-808-7394
tbowen@ctclusi.org
Teresa Spangler,
Vice Chair
Position #5 Council
541-808-4828 (cell)
tspangler@ctclusi.org
Arron McNutt
Position #6 Council
541-297-1183 (cell)
amcnutt@ctclusi.org
Council Meeting
August 13, 2017
Hampton Inn
3780 W. 11th Avenue,
Eugene, Oregon 97402
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Minutes as
needed
4. Tribal Council Reports
5. Tribal Administrator Report
6. Chief Financial Officer Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
9. Other
10. Good of the Tribes
11. Executive Session as needed
Council meeting video available to view at
www.ctclusi.org
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SALMON CEREMONY
2017
A Private Sacred Salmon Ceremony for Tribal Families
Sunday, August 6, 2017
Baldich / Gregory Point / Chief ’s Island
R.S.V.P by July 21, 2017 by calling 541-435-7155 or toll free 1-888-365-7155
One guest per adult Tribal Member please
Other Weekend Events
Saturday, August 5, 2017
Saturday Breakfast with Tribal Council at Tribal Community Center
Tribal Council will be cooking you breakfast from 8:30 AM-10:30 AM
DHAT & Dental Clinic Expansion Open House 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
S'mores at Tribal Hall 7:00 PM Until Dark
YOU ARE INVITED
CTCLUSI DENTAL CLINIC
OPEN HOUSE!
WE WANT TO MEET YOU!
Come meet our providers and see the plans for our
clinic expansion
CTCLUSI Dental Clinic
Clinic Hours
Open 8:00 a.m. - Close 5:00 p.m.
The Clinic will be closed on Friday’s
during Odd Months
(January, March, May, July, September,
November)
The Clinic will be closed on Monday’s
during Even Months
(February, April, June, August, October,
December)
Call the Dental Clinic today to schedule
your appointment (541) 888-6433
WHO
WHEN
WHERE
Dr. Sarah Rodgers, Dentist
Saturday, August 5, 2017
CLUSI DENTAL CLINIC
Julia Ingersoll, Hygienist
10:00 A.M.—12:00 P.M.
1245 Fulton Ave.
Naomi Petrie, DHAT
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Join us for an Open House on
Saturday, August 5, 2017
from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meet some of your Dental Staff and
see the plans for the Clinic Expansion!
Comming Soon
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Tribe Welcomes New
Chief Financial Officer
Contributed by the Department of Human Resources
Date:
Saturday, August 12, 2017
Time:
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Officer Sasha Wells. Sasha has an extensive experience
in the financial field including accounting, finance and
international treasury. Sasha has not only worked in the
private sector, but she also worked as an Assistant controller
for a Tribal Government in Northern California. Sasha’s
interests not only lie in numbers, but Tribal Governments as
well. She plans to pursue her masters in Tribal Government
and Administration in the near future. She is excited to be
joining our Tribal Government and looks forward to learning
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Important PRC Information
Qa’aich Housing
The Housing Department is now accepting applications for units
located in Florence Oregon on the Tribe’s Hatch Tract property.
Qa’aich Development is HUD funded housing for low to moderate
income families, for questions about income limit guidelines, please
contact the Housing Department Office.
Preferences for Qa’aich Housing
1st Preference:
Indian families who are enrolled members of the CTCLUSI and
who are employed by CTCLUSI.
2nd Preference:
Indian families who are enrolled members of other recognized
Indian tribes, and who are employed by CTCLUSI.
You may pick up an application at any Tribal Government office, on
the Tribe’s Web site, or one can be mailed to you.
If you have any questions please contact the Housing Department
Office at 1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay, OR or by calling 541-8889577or toll free 888-280-0726.
1. If you are PRC-eligible, please
remember you must get a Purchase
Order (PO) before you go to a medical,
dental or other healthcare appointment.
Federal regulations for the use of PRC
funds require that all care be authorized
beforehand to be eligible for payment. If
you call after your appointment you will
not be able to get a PO and the visit will
not be paid by PRC.
2. If you are using PRC for prescription
drugs, you must give the pharmacy
your OHP and/or private insurance
information. These must be billed first
and then PRC will pay the balance.
If you have any questions, call PRC at
541-888-4873 or
toll free at 1-800-227-0392.
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This Month...be on the Lookout for Blueberries
Contributed by Ashley Russell, Water Protection Specialist
Plant description: Bog blueberry or bog huckleberry,
so called because it loves to grow in bogs, belongs to
the family, Ericaceae, the heath family. Cranberries,
huckleberries, rhododendrons, and azaleas also belong to
the heath family. This deciduous, matting shrub only grows
2 to 3 feet tall and prefers swampy/marshy settings but can
also be found in mountainous areas bordering lakes west
of the Cascades. Leaves are alternate, oval, and bluish
green carried atop brown stems, accompanied by pink,
urn-shaped flowers that give rise to delicious blue to bluish
black berries.
Food: Native blueberries often ripen around the same
time as evergreen huckleberries: August – September.
Blueberries were typically eaten fresh and were said to
have not been eaten as often as huckleberries as they
were not regarded as tasty. However, some people claim
that they are one of the sweetest berries in the Northwest.
Today, bog blueberries are oft times mixed with other
berries. They can also be frozen, canned, or dried for later
use as they are a “drier” berry.
Other: Blue glass beads were nicknamed q’ ánee by the
Coos peoples.
Photograph taken by Ashley Russell, Water Protection Specialist
Hanis: q’ ánee
Miluk: q’ ánee
Scientific Name: Vaccinium uliginosm
Summer Solstice & Family Gathering Dinner June 21st 2017
clean water, air, plants, animals, family, and friends. These are
Summer Solstice has come and gone, as it has since the Earth pieces of the whole for a balanced, healthful and rewarding life
started revolving around the Sun. Our ancestors were aware when for us and those around us – including the environment. As tribal
the solstices took place and so created traditions in observation people of this land, it’s our duty to be good stewards of the wellof each occurrence. Solstice is a time for us to come together to being of the land and water.
This event is put on each year by the Culture & Natural
feast, play games, and hold sacred ceremony.
We gave thanks for the changing of seasons and all the Resources and Health Departments and is largely supported by
blessings we received throughout the year. A traditional way to volunteer participants and is open to all tribal families and friends.
show respect and give thanks is to dance and sing. We dance We would like to thank all of those who came and made the event
an eye out for the Winter Solstice flyer for
for our ancestors, for Mother Earth, relatives, and for those who memorable. Keep
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December
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can no longer dance. This celebration allows us to slow down our
busy lives and appreciate things that we may take for granted, like
Contributed by Mark Petrie, Cultural Specialist & Tobacco Grant Coordinator
Lane Transit District (LTD) - Half and Free Fare Program
Contributed by Kathy Perkins, Transportation Coordinator
LTD offers half-fare to people with disabilities. In order to
qualify for half-fare, a person must provide a current, valid
Medicare card, or proof of receiving SSI or SSD along with
a valid photo ID card. Veterans who receive 50 percent or
higher disability benefit also qualify for half fare. Persons with
disabilities who need an accessible accommodation in order
to ride the bus also may qualify for half fare.
LTD offers FREE fare to our honored riders - older adults
who are 65 years or better.
Both of these fare programs require a completed application
(Half Fare Application, Honored Rider Application) that must
be presented at the Customer Service Center. Qualified
participants will receive an LTD ID card, which can be
obtained at the LTD Customer Service Center at the Eugene
Station between the hours of 7:00 a.m., and 7:00 p.m.,
on weekdays. LTD ID cards can be either permanent or
temporary, depending on the nature of the disability.
Customers are charged $3 for an LTD half-fare or Honored
Rider card. These cards are the responsibility of the customer,
and if lost or stolen, replacements are available at a charge
of $3.
For more information and to view maps, stations, and routing information visit https://www.ltd.org/
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Weaving Workshop Updates
Dear Tribal Community,
It has been another wonderful summer of weaving workshops! So
many new weavers joined the group and many beautiful baskets were
made. The summer gathering workshop was a blast! Ashley and Kiae
Russell, Nicole Mendoza, Scott Slyter, and I (Sara Siestreem) gathered
a little cache of tules for next year’s first baskets. Pictured here are
Nicole and Scott gathering those tules, and then them drying out on
the rocks of the Umpqua in anticipation of our new weavers coming up!
Make sure you sign up for this important opportunity in the fall!
August 12 and 13 will be the last sessions of our weaving workshops
until late fall when we pick back up. In the tradition of the program we
will have our late summer workshops at Gregory Point. We will dig and
process Spruce Roots and also weave together if time permits. We will
meet both days at 10 AM at the gate and commence activity at 4 PM.
To gather and process Spruce Roots you will need garden gloves,
a pocket knife, and garden clippers. It is a good idea to wear jeans
and a long sleeve shirt to protect your skin; it can be a little scratchy
in the woods. Please also bring a picnic lunch and water. In order to
participate in the events you must RSVP to (sarasiestreem@hotmail.
com).
Best,
Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos)
Nicole Mendoza and Scott Slyter gather tule for weaving materials. Photographs courtesy of Sara Siestreem
Upcoming Weaving
Workshop Dates
August 12th & 13th
Gregory Point
Spruce Root Gathering &
Processing,
weaving if time permits
Meet at 10 a.m.
RSVP to
sarasiestreem@hotmail.com
Department of Human Resources
Current Openings at CTCLUSI and All Other Tribal Entities
Three Rivers Casino Resort ~ Florence
Bartender ~ Beverage Server ~ Barista
Food Server ~ Busperson
Line Cook ~ Prep Cook ~ Night Cook/Cleaner
Dish Machine Operator
Laundry Attendant ~ Guest Room Attendant
Front Desk/PBX Clerk
Players Club Representative
Slot/Keno/Bingo Attendant
Table Games Dealer 5-8
Cage Cashier
Three Rivers Casino Resort ~ Coos Bay
Line Cook
Security Officer 1
Environmental Services Technician
Blue Earth
No openings at this time
Tribal Government Offices
Special Events Employee (Assignment
Varies)
Case Manager/ICWA, Coos Bay
Maintenance Worker – Housing, Coos Bay
Assistant Planner, Coos Bay – Closes 8/8
Human Resources Assistant, Florence
Click on Job Opportunities at ctclusi.org
Updated Daily
Or call Recruitment at 541-902-3821
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Place Names of the Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Contributed by Patricia (Patty) Whereat Phillips
This is the sixth part in a long series exploring indigenous place names – mostly in the Hanis, Milluk and Siuslawan languages. The previous five covered the Whiskey Run
area up to Tenmile. This month we will pick up again with Tenmile. For a pronunciation guide to the native words in this article see https://shichils.wordpress.com/about/
under the “Language Pronunciation” section.
THE LAKES OF LOWER UMPQUA COUNTRY
So far in this series I have tried to work my way more or less
from south to north and the coast inland or upriver. This month, I
will break the pattern a bit, and focus on some of the coastal areas
that were surveyed in 1857 by a man named Harvey Gordon. He
hired several Indians from Fort Umpqua to assist him with the
horses and carry equipment. Because in many areas there were
no to few white settlers, he also chose to write down several
indigenous place names. At least as best he, a man not trained
as a linguist, was able to write down the names he heard. He was
either the first person I know of to write down these names (such
as Tahkenitch and Siltcoos, or as he spelled it Tsiltcoos) and in a
few instances these names were only ever recorded by him.
Gordon did survey Coos Bay but he did not, so far as I know,
at that point have Indian assistants. He does on occasion note
landmarks like middens, but no names. However, by the time he
got to Tenmile, he was beginning to get some information from the
native people. On Tenmile Creek, on the north side he noted an
Indian village. Tenmile was noted as having an excellent salmon
fishery at one time.
Gordon also mentions the name “Skawnitch Lake” as a name for
Ten Mile lake. He wrote a note ‘enter swamp on N side of Skawnitch
Lake’. I don’t know if he meant the name for the south lake, north
lake, or both. It is interesting in light of something Spencer Scott
(Lower Umpqua/Siuslaw) and Frank Drew told JP Harrington in
1942. Spencer said he had heard the name Skanich, and he was
sure it was a lake, but he was not sure which one it was. Spencer
and Frank both guessed it might refer to Tenmile – which in Hanis
is called Skeich (two syllables, Skeh–itch) but neither was sure.
Based on Gordon’s notes, I think Spencer’s gut feeling was right
– Skanich is the Lower Umpqua name for Tenmile.
Clear Lake, just south of Reedsport, was Bonowhahas.
Gordon wrote down Tahkenitch. The actual native pronunciation
is Tsaxinich. Howard Barrett told Harrington that “Mother
explained that this word means having arms running out like a
crab, which Howard would define as tributaries.”
Then Gordon got some information no one got ever since-the
name of a village, three canoe landings and the island. Down
the creek, not far from the ocean, he recorded a village named
Pē-ō-ke-ne-mus. Then on the lake itself he recorded three canoe
landings, named Chilt-camis, Wilkitz and A-hící. There was also
an Indian campsite he recorded as Clewásta. I still need to go
through all of Gordon’s notes and my dad’s notes as he tried to
work through Gordon’s survey notes, but I think all those canoe
landings were on the western side of the lake. The island today
known as Jewitt is Weetmús island. Gordon said the island “...
is Hilly soil 1st and 2nd rate: Timber fir and Spruce. Undergrowth
Salmonberry and Willow.” Judging from contemporary photos of
the island, it does not look like much has changed in the last 160
years.
Gordon also wrote Tsiltcoos for Siltcoos lake. The Siuslawan
pronunciation is ch’ihlkuus or ch’itlkuus. The creek was a
boundary between the Siuslaw and Lower Umpqua people. At the
south end of Booth arm was a site Gordon recorded as Owăcose.
This is the nearest arm to the northern arm of Tahkenitch, and
would have been a portage site between the two lakes. On the
chance that Owăcose just meant ‘portage’, I checked the Siuslaw/
Lower Umpqua wordlist and found há’waqwyom.
Next month we will return to the Umpqua River.
Camp Easter Seal Work Day
Contributed by Stephanie Watkins, Director of Human Resources
Most of you are aware the Tribe purchased a property
on North Ten Mile Lake called Camp Easter Seal (name
soon to change.) This property is situated on the lake
waters and is surrounded by mountains and striking
landscapes. Unfortunately, the Tribe has not achieved
road access to the property so upkeep has been deferred.
With a positive end coming to the access issues, we put
together a Tribal Member Employee and Tribal Council
work team. With work boots and gloves in hand we
loaded the barge with mowers, weed eaters, pressure
washers, machetes and cleaning supplies and the crew
embarked on two days of hard, but fun labor sprucing up
the property. This gathering was purely voluntary, but I
had no shame in begging. It is not clear when the access
will be granted, but as soon as we can I will be organizing
another work party over a weekend so others can join in
the fun! Stay tuned…
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Student Recognition Dinner 2017
Contributed by James Barton, Education Intern
This year we are very excited with our turnout for our
student recognition dinner. We are so proud of all of our
students moving on to their next chapter. At the dinner,
guest speaker Julia Ingersoll gave a lovely speech about her
experience with school and gave a positive message filled
with kind words about coming back to work for our Tribe in
the Dental Clinic as a hygienist. We are excited to have her.
We hope we didn’t leave anyone out but here is a running list
of all of our graduates this year and their degrees as well as
students pursuing education. Make sure if you know any of
our students you congratulate them for their hard work.
Melinda Radford, Bachelors of Science in Public
Administration from the University of Oregon. Pursuing a
Masters in PA.
Naomi Petrie, Associates of Applied science, Ilisagvik
College, Alaska
Kailyn Brainard, Bachelors of Science, Psychology and
Anthropology. U of O
Josh Davies, Master in Administrative Teaching, With
Administrative licensing from Concordia University,
pursuing Doctorate.
Nicole Romine, Associate of Arts transfer Degree, SWOCC
Michael Romine, Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice
and Minor in Homeland Security, WOU
Eagle Roy, Associate of arts Transfer Degree SWOCC,
Pursuing Bachelors in Performance.
Courtney Krossman, Bachelors of Science in Anthropology,
Minor in Native Studies. U of O
Rachel Schaefer, Bachelors of Science in Psychology, PSU
Coline Benson, Bachelors of Arts in Political Science. PSU
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Congratulations Graduates!
College Graduates
Courtney Krossman
Josh Davies
Nicole Romine
Kaiyln Brainard
Bachelors of Science in
Anthropology,
Minor in Native Studies
University of Oregon
Bachelors of Arts in Teaching from
Evergreen State College
Masters in Teaching from City
University
Pursuing Doctoral Degree within
the next two years
Associates of Arts transfer Degree
from Southwestern Oregon
Community College
Bachelors of Science, Psychology
and Anthropology from the
University of Oregon
Michael Romine
Melinda Radford
Rachel Schaefer
Eagle Roy
Bachelors of Science in Criminal
Bachelors of Science in Public
Bachelors of Science in Psychology Associate of Arts transfer Degree
from Portland State University
from Southwestern Oregon
Justice with a minor in Homeland Administration from the University
Security fom Western Oregon
of Oregon
Community College
University
Pursuing a Masters in PA
Pursuing Bachelors in Performance
“Thank you Graduates for answering my call and sending in your
photos and informaiton. Your accomplishments are something to
be proud of, and I am happy to feature you in The Voice of CLUSI
newsletter.” -Morgan Gaines
Have you recently graduated from High School or
College?
It’s not too late to get featured in an upcoming edition
of The Voice of CLUSI.
Just send your information to Morgan Gaines at
mgaines@ctclusi.org or call 541-888-7536
Coline Benson
Bachelors of Arts in Political
Science from Portland State
University
Naomi Petrie
Associates of Applied Science
Ilisagvik College, Alaska
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Congratulations Graduates!
High School Graduates
Noah Newsome
Kyle Dauterman
Kylea Krossman
Graduated with High Honors
June 2, 2017 from
Pacific Grove High School in
California.
Noah is an Eagle Scout and intends
to enlist in the Air Force in August
Graduated from
McMinville High School
Graduated from
Junction City High School
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Please join us for good food and fun with other Tribal Families.
LIHEAP Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
All Tribal families welcome to attend.
Make an appointment for LIHEAP with:
Sorry, No transportation is provided.
Coos Bay Office:
Meagan Davenport
(541) 888-1311
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
In order to qualify, families must
have an annual household income
(before taxes) that is below the
following amounts:
Springfield Office:
Shayne Platz
(541) 744-1334
Three Rivers Casino & Resort
World Market Buffet
Doors open 5:30
Dinner 6:00 pm—8:00 pm
LIHEAP is a federally funded program that
assists with home energy bills, energy
crises, and weatherization. LIHEAP assists
families not only in winter to heat homes
but also with cooling needs in summer.
The program is based on income and
family size. To qualify, you must reside in
the 5-county service area of Coos, Curry,
Douglas, Lane, and Lincoln Counties.
NOTE:
Please RSVP By Thursday, August 10, 2017
(541)-435-7155 or toll free 1-(888)-280-0726
Speakers
Danelle Bliss
Diabetes Program Coordinator
Meagan Davenport
Family Services Program Assistant
If you think you may be qualified, please
call Family Services for more information
and to apply. We can help with your
questions, such as, what counts as income
and what documentation you need to
apply. Income limits change each year, so
you may qualify now even if you did not in
the past.
Sponsored by: Health & Human Services Division — Diabetes Grant
Household
Size
Yearly Gross
Income
1
$22,626
2
$29,587
3
$36,549
4
$43,511
5
$50,473
6
$57,435
Documents needed to apply:
Proof of income, SSI/SSDI
Statements, Child Support Statement,
I.D.s, Tribal Enrollment Cards, Social
Security Cards, Oregon Trail Card,
and Utility Bill
Sponsored by CTCLUSI Health & Human Services Division
Family Services - LIHEAP Program
Diabetes Prevention and Management Class Coos Bay
When: Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM
Where: CTCLUSI Community Center 338 Wallace, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
Do you have diabetes? Have you been told you are pre-diabetic? Do you have a family member or history of diabetes? Are
you seeking to renew your commitment to a healthier life? If the answers to any of these questions are yes, please join us.
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If you have any questions, contact Dani Bliss at (541) 888-9577 ext. 7558, or email at dbliss@ctclusi.org
No transportation or childcare will be available.
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Activity Tracker Wristband
Sponsored by CTCLUSI Health & Human Services Division
IHS Special Diabetes Program for Indians Grant
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Elders Corner
Spring Train Robbery Trip
Contributed by Andrew Brainard, CHR/ Elders Coordinator
The recent trip to Elgin, Oregon for the Eagle Cap Excursion
“Spring Train Robbery Trip” was a success. Along the way to the
excursion we made several fun stops.
Friday morning everyone had a delicious breakfast at Comfort
Inn and Suites prior to meeting with the remaining elders and
departing on the Experience Oregon Commercial charter bus in
Springfield. Our fun and gracious driver, Ron Williams, expertly
navigated the bus towards Hood River. In Hood River we had
a delicious lunch at the Riverside Restaurant prior to continuing
on our journey to Pendleton for our night’s stay at the Oxford
Suites. After we checked in, we headed for dinner to a restaurant
called Roosters Country Kitchen. We made memories trying to
get Arleen Perkins to eat her veggies, which she was adamantly
against. Meanwhile Brad Kneaper dodged spit wads from other
Elders and I somehow took the blame for instigating it. Next we
returned to the hotel for a good night’s rest.
Saturday morning we all enjoyed a lovely breakfast at the hotel
before departing to Elgin. We arrived at the train station and
boarded at 9:30 am, headed off to experience the “Spring Train
Robbery Lunch.” Our conductor Bill was a terrific gentleman, who
was fueled by gallons of Monster energy drinks. The staff was
very welcoming and attentive. Some highlights of the experience
were the beautiful scenery ̶ trees and rivers ̶ as well the
history of the railroads and the train we were occupying. We also
thoroughly enjoyed the Faux Robbery Theater that accompanied
the ride, as well as the many actors that put it on, including a
small girl “robber” who did an amazing job on her first show.
Around 2pm we left Elgin and departed on the bus to Boardman.
In Boardman, we enjoyed a great dinner with an excellent variety
at the Village Restaurant. At dinner Brad was up to his old antics
seeking revenge on me for the case of mistaken identity as the
spitball shooter. At dessert Dee-Dee was asked how she wanted
her ice cream, to which she replied, “cold.” We all laughed so
hard because the waitress was meaning flavor not temperature.
We finally made it to our night’s destination at The Shilo Inn at
The Dalles.
Sunday morning we headed on our journey to Eugene where
we had our last meal toghether at Hometown Buffet. After lunch
we sadly departed our separate ways. Those from the Florence
area returned with Dee-Dee, while Kathy Perkins, our loyal
Transportation Coordinator, returned the rest of us safely to Coos
Bay.
The amazing journey was attended by 38 elders and staff
members in total.
I am looking forward to making even more memories on our
upcoming trip to the Hellgate Jetboat Excursion Dinner trip in
Grants Pass Oregon, August 9-11. I hear some of the elders are
excited to see the “bears” again.
In conclusion I would like to extend thanks to the following
people for their assistance during the long journey:
Kimmy Bixby, CHR Springfield Outreach Office
Dee-Dee Plaep, Health Program Assistant
Kathy Perkins, Transportation Coordinator
Iliana Montiel, Assistant Health and Human Services Director
Tribal Government has been donated
firewood logs to be
distributed to Tribal Members
Please contact Jeremy Petrie
for more information
541.297.3933 or e-mail jpetrie@ctclusi.org
Thursday, August 3, 2017
at 11:30 A.M.
Hole In The Wall BBQ in Springfield
1807 Olympic Street, Springfield, OR 97477
R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Please call the RSVP line at: 541-435-7155
LIMITED TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED.
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Health & Human Services Division
Elders Activity Program
Welcome New Tribal Elders
Susan Bouman & Janet Dearing
Thursday, September 7, 2017
at 11:30 A.M.
Florence Outreach Office
3757 US-101 Florence, OR 97439
R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Please call the RSVP line at: 541-435-7155
LIMITED TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED.
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Health & Human Services Division
Elders Activity Program
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CTCLUSI Summer School 2017
Contributed by James Barton Education Intern
We had one of the biggest summer school
turnout in years! The combined number of
students in all of our classrooms was thirty.
Our biggest age group was the youngest
tribal members from kindergarten to 2nd
grade, we had almost twenty kids in that
classroom alone! This year at summer
school our little ones learned a lot about
the tide pools and beach safety as well as
various tribal cultural activities. Our middle
school kids focused a lot on writing poetry
as well as other topics and understanding
the importance of nature to our culture.
The middle school students even put
together a book of poems collectively
with the high school students and gifted
them to the elders. Another great pleasure
was to have our elders and council
come and have lunch with the students
listening and learning from them. The high
school students did work with writing and
storytelling as well as helping our little ones
in activities such as weaving and playing
shinny. Two of our exciting trips this year
was to Coos Bay Farmer’s Market with our
Natural Resources Department and the
Charleston Marine Life Center.
We also had a special treat of meeting
with some local bee keepers and
having our kids learn about local honey
harvesting. A big thanks to Mark Petrie
and Jesse Beers for educating our young
ones on traditional plants, our history as a
canoe people and traditional games. We
also want to recognize Amanda Craig and
John Schaefer from the Natural Resources
department for their work with our students
and the community garden. Thank you to
all the programs and committees that help
put this year’s summer school together.
Another huge thanks to Joe Barton, our
cook, for keeping our bodies nourished
so we could learn. Here’s to another
successful year of summer school and we
hope to see you all next year!
Chief Warren Brainard visited the youth at Summer
School during Elder’s Day
Students visited the Marine Life Center in Charlestion, Oregon
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CTCLUSI Summer School 2017
The Department of Natural Resources took the students on a field trip to the Coos Bay Farmers Market, provided them plants to take home, and planted sacred tobacco
in the Tribal garden with them.
Students in the Elementary School class take a minute from Summer School to take a class photograph
Students learned about the importance of Talking Circles during Summer School
Students listen to a talk on bee keeping
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Tribal Student Internship Program 2017
Contributed by Stephanie Watkins, Director of
Human Resources
During the spring and summer of
2017 the Tribal Government welcomed
7 Tribal student interns. These students
are journeying through one of the most
exciting stages of their lives, and our
Tribe is a part of their path. Each work
experience has been customized by
the department to the most value to
the student’s collegiate goal, as well
as offering each the opportunity of
giving back to the strength of the Tribe.
Their customized work experience will
challenge and educate each student
from the beginning of the internship to
the completion. Please welcome the
following young leaders:
Department of Health and Human
Services Director, Vicki Faciane
welcomes Madison Byer, Shawn
Brainard, Rachel Schaefer, and Jade From left to rightL Shawn Brainard, Jade Fong, James Barton, Kaylin Brianard, Madison Byer, and Nicole Romine
Fong.
Rachel, shares ‘after graduating
Madison shares, “I am 22 years old and I am a Hanis Coos tribal from Portland State University with my
member. I will soon graduate from Oregon State University with Bachelor’s, I was privileged to receive
my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. After high school I wasn’t the opportunity to work with Shayne
sure what I wanted to do or where I even wanted to go. I knew Platz in Vicki’s department, learning
that cost was a huge factor in deciding where I went, so I decided and preparing for a job in social work. I
to start out at Mount Hood Community College. I found out about came to appreciate how dynamic case
the tribal stipend and immediately jumped at the opportunity. This working was and how much I loved
money helped me tremendously and gave me an opportunity to it. During my internship, I received
further my education. Since my tuition was less than the money an interview at the Native American
I received, I was able to save up that extra money for when I Youth Association (NAYA) for a youth
transferred to a University. Once I had completed my two years advocate/caseworker. My internship
at Mount Hood Community College, I transferred to Oregon State was instrumental in me getting my
University. I just completed my two years at OSU and I am on current job at NAYA.
track to graduate in spring of 2018. After I graduate I plan on
My goals for the future are to continue
Rachel Schaefer
continuing my education at a graduate school to receive my to gain credits toward my Master’s,
master’s degree in psychology. I chose to apply for the internship focusing on business and conflict resolution. I plan to continue
with the tribe because I wanted hands on experience in the field working with Native populations and gaining experience in social
that I was interested in and gain more knowledge in my area of work. I encourage anyone looking to explore future career paths
interest. I have gained so much knowledge and have worked with to apply to the internship program.’
so many influential people that I have the confidence to go out in
The Tribal Police Department Chief Law Enforcement Officer
the workforce. Not only does this look good on my resume but it is Brad Kneaper welcomes Kailyn Brainard.
also an overall learning experience for myself. Aside from learning
Kailyn shares, “I just graduated from the University of Oregon with
about my area of study, it has also helped me grow as a person.’ a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Anthropology. I
Shawn shares, “I am Miluk Coos, and I’ve just finished am taking a year off from school and am looking to go to graduate
my sophomore year at Western Oregon University. I’m studying school in Arizona next year. I did the internship program two year
psychology; my current goal is to be a clinical psychologist. ago and loved it. Why I wanted to intern with Tribal Police was to
Although this is my first year working for CTCLUSI as a intern, I’ve learn more about police procedures because of the future career
spent the past three years working as a summer team member at I am working toward.’
the Three Rivers Casino Resort, working primality in the Human
The Education Department Director, Angela welcomes James
Resources department. All of the experience I’ve had working Barton.
with the Tribe has been wonderful, and I look forward to working
James shares, “I’m attending University of Oregon pursuing a
with Shayne Platz in family services this summer, and learning all degree in literature. I’m grateful to be learning more about our
I can.’
higher ed program and working with people that have helped me so
Jade is a third year junior at the University of California far in my college experience. I plan to have a better understanding
Berkeley. After she finishes her B.S. in Society and Environment, of our education and helping our tribal students in the future.”
she plans on applying to an assortment of Dentistry school in
The Department of Natural Resources Director, Margaret Corvi
California, but other schools like Harvard and Yale.
welcomes Nicole Romine.
What Jade plans to get out of her internship is to gain insight
Nicole shares, “I am 21 years old and interning for the Natural
on what the daily routines and schedule will be like in her own Resources Department. I am attending Oregon State University
dentist office. Jade also mentioned that she has noticed a distinct for my Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Science with
difference between a public office and private office. She said that a minor in Geology. I am interning for the tribes because they
she liked the approach of a public office because they take care have an excellent internship and it allows me to be close to my
of the patients instead of private offices shipping patients through. culture while learning important skills that will help me further my
Along with the experience jade is gaining, jade is also gaining education and career. This internship helps give me on the job
required hours to get into her dentistry program.
work experience and gives me a chance to try out a similar job as
Jade also mentioned that she in excited to come back to learn my degree. “
her culture and make relationships with our people.
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Jorney Baldwin’s Accomplishments Sophomore Year at Marshfield High
Contributed by Delilah Baldwin and Josh Davies
1) National Honor Society member
2) Science National Honor Society member
3) ASB Freshman President
4) Honor Roll freshman and sophomore year
5) 4.0 GPA recipient multiple semesters
6) 3.97 Accum GPA
7) babysitter
8) volunteer throughout the community
9) key club member
10) Camp RYLA (rotary) participant
11) Younglife camp participant
12) yearbook club participant
13) stunt camp
14) varsity cheer leader
15) TV broadcast producer
16) Captain/ Pitcher Varsity Softball
Keep up the excellent work next year, Jorney!
Way to go!
HEALTHY FAMILIES
CONTRIBUTED BY LOVEL LEWIS AND MADISON BYER
FAMILY SERVICES
LIVING LIFE IN BALANCE
Healthy Living encompasses
with someone to talk to and to
both mind and body. A good
lean on. By nurturing these
balance requires both mental
relationships people can
and physical fitness. The balance
promote their own growth and
creates a partnership where the
development in positive qualities,
inside and the outside of the
self-esteem, and outlook.
body is functioning well together.
based on kinship and the
will experience emotional stress or
concept that each of us is
problems through the course of
dependent on one another.
their lives. However, people can
Families can do activities
renew their strength from the
together to help promote their
situation if they have strong
relationships and in creating
mental health just like an athlete
lasting memories.
can bounce back after an injury.
1)
“HAPPINESS IS NOT A
Plan outdoor
activities
Picnic in the park
Native American culture is
There will be times when people
who has conditioned their body
TIPS AND
ACTIVITIES FOR
FAMILIES:
Hiking
Family walks
2)
Take fitness
classes together
3)
Less screen time
(television/phone)
4)
Make chores fun
5)
Make over your
Humans are social beings.
MATTER OF INTENSITY
Developing positive relationships
BUT OF BALANCE,
meal plan with
with family, partners, and friends
ORDER, RHYTHM,
fresh foods
can help people facilitate a
AND HARMONY.”
Cook a meal
- THOMAS MERTON
together
positive self-image by having
support through difficult times
ELDER INVOLVEMENT IN FAMILIES
6)
snacks when
Passing on the knowledge…
Elders have always been the cornerstone of a strong and healthy
family and community. Elders and parents can set examples for living
healthy lives. Older family members can share the wealth of
knowledge they’ve gained to encourage the youth and their family
members to move towards a healthier self. Elders can share their
knowledge on traditional foods and how to prepare them. Elders
could also teach about gardening as a family activity. This will also
provide fresh fruits and vegetables for the family.
Carry healthy
running errands
7)
Family game
night
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Qaya Tlo’wehtos (Breath of Life)
southwestern Oregon and
northwestern
California.
On May 28th, we traveled to D.C. for a 2-week
Upon examination of the
conference called Breath of Life, or qaya
dress, Heidi saw it was not
tlo’wehtos in Hanis, where we spent almost
made of rushes but likely
every afternoon at the National Anthropological
the inner bark of maple but
Archives (NAA). It truly felt all our breath was
possibly cottonwood (which
spent effortlessly in search of and discovering
would be right for the Coos
all that we could around language during the
Bay region). The dress is
visit. The NAA holds an astonishing collection
still a mystery and there is
of historical language materials on western
much follow up to do which
Oregon languages, including our tribe and our
may add to its story - surely,
neighbors. These materials include the original
an unusual one piece made
field notebooks that many scholars used when
of traditional Coos material.
they came through and visited our homelands,
Who made the dress, and
going back as far as 1856. These materials are
when? Sadly, the museum
the historical remnants of our languages. The
did not have information
languages are in a state of hibernation right
about that, and we may
now, but living and has the ability to evolve
never puzzle that out.
because fortunately for us there are enough
Another unusual object
language materials archived that we can, with
was a carving of a man,
a lot of work, look beyond the surface of what
made from a whale rib.
we know to revive Milluk, Hanis and Siuslaw/
Patty Whereat Phillips and Heidi Helms
The carving resembles a
Lower Umpqua.
style of figure found on
The
conference
was
very
some
lower
Columbia
inspirational. There were Indian
River carvings and plateau baskets - humanoid
people there from around the US figures with ‘bones’. I don’t know how to describe it
Iowa, Quapaw, Ponca, Nez Perce,
other than that, that is what it looks like, like it has
Couer d’Alene, Pomo, Coast Miwok,
a representation of the backbone and ribs. It was
several bands of Chumash people
dug up (apparently by a pot-hunter) along the Lane
from southern California, among
county coast in Siuslaw country in 1951 and sold
many others. The conference
to the museum that same year. It appears to have
organizer, Daryl Baldwin is from the
broken off from something. When Patty first saw
Miami-Illinois Tribe of Oklahoma.
a photo of it, she thought it may have come from
More than 20 years ago, as a young
a whale bone knife, known as a wellek or wollok
father, him and his wife Karen
in Hanis (these were fairly common weapons in
Baldwin decided to revive the Miami
the northwest). But it did not seem to be the right
language, Myaamia. He studied
shape at all to be part of the handle of a wellek.
linguistics, pulled together every bit
Given its carving style, it looks like it may have
of language ever recorded about the
been something a Siuslaw person traded for from
language (which went as far back
the Columbia River. Tribes all along the coast and
as 17th century Catholic church
interior Oregon traded with Columbia River tribes.
records), practiced, while Karen who
There was even a trail called the “money trail” that
has a teaching background, dropped
went from the Umpqua Valley up to the Columbia.
it to homeschool their children in
The last day of the conference, we presented
the language. Together they made
Maple Bark Dress
a final project as everyone did and we had put
the language team and with daily
together a power point project that included a
practice and effort, the whole family
photo of Annie Miner Peterson talking with Melville Jacobs into an
became fluent. Their project has grown to include tribal language
aluminum disc recording machine, a map showing our homelands,
programs and a special program at Miami University in Ohio for
a sound chart representing the phonetic and phonemic system,
Miami students. Daryl and Karen’s story has been truly inspirational
linguistic examples of word order and different phrases. Then, I’d
because all they had to work with was not speakers nor any audio
asked Patty if she would end with telling the story of Crow and
of the language, but the linguistic data found within historical
Thunderbird Trade Languages. While Patty was telling the story,
documents and a thriving passion for bringing the language back.
a crow flew up to the window and hung around, the only crow
It was great to meet and talk to people from around the country
we had seen throughout our
enthusiastic about reviving their tribal languages and trading
time in D.C. It was like an old
ideas on how to do that. People also shared emotional stories
relative coming to visit. It was
about family connections, and hopes for the future. Part of the
fitting, and in that moment,
conference was also spending time in archives and museums,
it put into perspective all the
looking at language materials and artifacts (baskets, beadwork,
work we have done and where
clothes, etc.). Some people found recordings of their ancestors.
we go from here.
They were moved to hear the voices of their very own great
Our hands go up to the
grandmothers and grandfathers.
ancestors for their strength
For the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw people, most of
and foresight, stories, songs
the materials in the Smithsonian system are written documents
and recordings and to the
- mostly anthropological and linguistic material: word lists, texts,
linguists, past and present who
and interviews. There are very few artifacts there, however we
have walked with us on this
did see a few. One thing we saw at the National Museum of the
journey. We would also like to
American Indian were shinny sticks and balls from one of our
thank the tribe for the continual
northern neighbors, the Yaquina. We also got to see many items
support and good thoughts as
from the Siletz reservation, mostly from the southern Oregon
we take these next important
Athabaskan people: gambling sticks (in Hanis this game is called
steps. If anyone would like to
heye), bows, arrows, and many amazing baskets. We also saw a
get in contact with us around
dress that was labelled as Coos. It was, however, rather unusual.
language you may email Patty
The museum has little background information - it was donated in
at miluk.language@gmail.com
2001 by a doctor who bought it from a man in northern California.
or Heidi at hhelms@ctclusi.
It was said to be made of rushes, and is a one-piece dress - not
org.
Whale Bone Carving
two piece, with a top and separate skirt as is typically made in
Contributed by Heidi Helms and Patricia Whereat Phillips
August 2017
19
THE VOICE OF CLUSI
Baby Teeth Matter!
The more “happy visits” children have with us at a young age,
the more apt they are to grow up with strong teeth, good habits,
Healthy habits for teeth and gums begin when our children are
and a positive attitude about dental care. Your child’s first dental
babies and continue into adulthood. A baby’s 20 primary teeth are
visit should be before his or her first birthday. Your child’s first
hidden in your baby’s jaw, under the gums. Those baby teeth will
appointment is critical to his or her strong teeth and healthy gums.
help set the stage for future smiles by keeping space in the jaw for
We will help you understand how to best take care of your baby’s
adult teeth, as well as helping your child speak and eat normally.
erupting teeth, what to look for in case you think there is decay
Tooth decay can occur as soon as the first tooth appears, usually
starting, best practices as far as pacifiers, sippy cups, and snacks,
about six months of age; although some children won’t have their
putting the child to sleep, and any other questions you might have.
first tooth until 12 or 14 months. American Indians and Alaska
We are usually able to place fluoride varnish as well at this first
Natives have more untreated tooth decay and periodontal disease
appointment, which helps prevent decay.
than any other population group. We can do our part to change
In addition to the tips above, Naomi Petrie, Dental Health Aide
this. Don’t be scared, despite the daily challenges, there are ways
Therapist (DHAT) is now seeing patients in our clinic. Our team
to reduce the risk of tooth decay:
will help to ensure access for consistent, routine, high quality oral
health care. Dental Health Aide Therapists (DHAT’s) are Native
• Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth within the first few
Americans recruited from their own community, trained, and
days after birth by wiping his or her gums with a clean,
returned back to their community to serve. DHAT’s are trained to
moist gauze pad or wash cloth after every feeding.
master 46 dental procedures and they are able to educate patients
• Once your child’s first tooth erupts, continue to brush
about oral health, apply fluoride treatments, place sealants, clean
your child’s teeth twice a day with a child size tooth
teeth, place fillings, perform dental evaluations, and more.
brush and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.
Regular (six-month) visits, along with good home care habits
• When your child has two teeth that touch, begin
and fluoride for prevention, can mean that your child will never
flossing the child’s teeth daily.
lose a tooth to dental decay. Schedule your kids (and yourself!)
today for a routine checkup at the CTCLUSI Dental Clinic.
• Help your children develop good brushing and flossing
habits.
Contributed by Jamie Meyers, DHAT Coordinator/Program Assistant
•
Monitor beverage consumption – Instead of soft drinks
all day, children should be given water.
•
Sugary foods and drinks (including juice) should be
consumed with meals. Saliva production increases
during meals and helps neutralize acid production
and rinse food particles from the mouth.
Tribe Welcomes New
Behavioral Health Specialist
Contributed by the Health and Human Services Devision
Please join me in welcoming Janet McKee to the Family
Services/Health Division team. Janet is joining the CTLUSI
community as the Behavioral Health Specialist. She enjoys
learning and working with each person as they follow and
create their own life path. Her experience includes 26 years of
helping others as they cope with issues that might include anger,
depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, alcohol and drug, identity,
school/career, relationship problems, or any combination of
concerns that interfere with health and well-being. She has an
education degree from Southern Oregon State College and a
Master’s Degree in Counseling from Oregon State University.
She was raised with traditions related to her Crow heritage from
her great/great-grandmother and her farming family in Indiana.
Kayaking, clamming,
beach
walking,
(well, anything that
involves water sports),
reading, laughing with
friends and family,
being outdoors, and
travel are some of
her
fun
activities.
Janet welcomes the
opportunity to come to
know the local area and
each of you. Please
come in and share
your experiences in the
area and get to know
Janet so she can be
a resource for you or
your friends and family.
We love to see you smile!
Call to make an appointment today (541) 888-6433
Are you a student in
need of childcare
assistance?
CTCLUSI—Family Services
Child Care Development Fund
Attending an educational, work related,
training related, volunteer program for
10-40 hours a week?
Live within the five-county service area?
You may qualify for assistance with childcare! Children must be 0-12 years of age.
Verification of all sources of income
required.
Contact Meagan Davenport at
(541) 888-1311 for more information.
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August 2017
Careers Worth Going Back to School
Contributed by Mike Smith, Training & Development Specialist - Contact me at 541.902.3819 or at msmith@ctclusihr.org
The Department of Human Resources exists to help guide job seekers to meaningful employment opportunities. If those
opportunities require additional education or specific training, contact us to see what resources are available and how we guide you
to the appropriate avenues of learning.
Are you in the market for a whole new career, one you’re willing to go
back to school to get? If so, you’re not alone. Many of those returning
to classes this fall will be doing so in search of new employment
opportunities. Finding a career in a growing field that will continue to
add jobs, offering pay that will justify the cost of your added education,
while also providing for your needs, is the mission. The cherry on top is
enjoying the work you will do. Dr. Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D., author of The
Sequel: How To Change Your Career Without Starting Over, describes
which high-growth, in-demand occupations he would recommend for
those people who are seeking a new career and are willing to hit the
books. Regardless of whether you’re only able to commit to a certificate
program or you’re willing to go all the way to a master’s degree, one of
these suggestions may be right for you.
Personal Financial Advisor
According to Shatkin, the projected growth rate for this occupation is
32 percent — and it’s a particularly good fit if you already have some
background in finance or insurance.
“Word of mouth is the main way advisors find clients, and seasoned
workers who transition into this career benefit from having a better
network for making such contacts,” says Shatkin. “The work can also be
readily shifted to a part-time basis, so easing gradually into retirement
is an option.”
Most personal financial advisors have a degree in finance, economics,
accounting or business. And depending on the products that they sell
— such as stocks, bonds and insurance policies — personal financial
advisors may be required to obtain licenses issued by state boards.
You can boost your credibility by applying for certification to become
a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), advisors must have a bachelor’s
degree, pass an exam and have at least three years of relevant work
experience.
Training and Development Specialist
Aside from the healthy, 28 percent projected growth rate for training
and development specialists, Shatkin says that the vocation is practically
tailor-made for someone with good communication and presentation
skills who’s contemplating a mid-career switch.
These professionals create, conduct and evaluate employee-training
programs for corporations, financial institutions and government
agencies.
“By teaching skills to others, you can leverage your knowledge of a
field, but also build on people skills developed over a previous career,”
he says. “And many work arrangements are possible, from an in-house
trainer to a self-employed trainer.”
Training and development specialists typically earn a degree in human
resources or business. Individuals who want to work for government
agencies need to take additional civil service examinations.
For an added advantage in the job market, you can take the American
Society of Training and Development’s exam for Certified Professional
in Learning and Performance Certification (CPLP).
Recreational Therapist
It’s all about motivation for these therapists — their job is to get
injured patients moving again by using music, sports, art and games as
inspirational tools.
“Recreational therapists normally only need a bachelor’s, but someone
might transition into this career by getting a master’s,” says Shatkin,
noting that employers prefer therapists who are certified. “You can utilize
previous experience with a sport, art, dance or some other recreational
activity — and the work demands compassion and interpersonal skills
that older workers may have developed.”
To get National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification,
candidates must pass a written exam, and log at least 480 hours at
an internship. The organization also offers specialized certification in
physical medicine/rehabilitation, behavioral health, geriatrics, community
inclusion services and developmental disabilities.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
“Human health care is the best field for workers over 40 because it is
America’s largest and fastest-growing field,” says Shatkin. “It’s possible
to work at many different levels of education and skill, and many jobs
don’t involve patient care.”
Most technicians specialize either as medical coders or cancer
registrars, and demand for them is high — by 2020, this workforce is
expected to expand by 21 percent.
Once you’ve completed the two-year associate’s program, most
employers require professional certification, which involves passing
a written exam. Certification can range from a Registered Health
Information Technician (RHIT) to a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).
Other Possible Opportunities:
Registered Nurse
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 526,800
Educational requirements: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Upside: Rising job satisfaction. A recent survey found 91% are happy
with their career, and 73% satisfied with their current job
Downside: In many parts of the country, newly minted nurses struggle
to find work
Dental Hygienist
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 64,200
Educational requirements: Associate’s degree; state licensure
Upside: US News & World Report rates this as the 10th best job to
have, in part because of it scheduling flexibility
Downside: Hiring outlooks vary widely by region, and many hygienists
report scarcer jobs and lower salaries
Truck Driver
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 192,600
Educational requirements: In addition to a commercial driver’s license,
you’ll need a certificate
Upside: High turnover means good truckers can always find work,
sometimes with signing bonuses
Downside: Be prepared to be away from home for weeks at a time
Kindergarten or Elementary School Teacher
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 167,900
Educational requirements: At least a bachelor’s degree; some areas
require pursuit of a master’s
Upside: Summers off, and the chance to channel Dr. Seuss
Downside: Starting salaries are considerably below median
Accountant or Auditor
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 166,700
Educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree. Many also pursue a
Certified Public Accountant certification.
Upside: Better-than-average job flexibility and upward mobility
Downside: Expect to put in plenty of overtime, especially during taxseason crunch
Restaurant Cook
Number of new jobs expected by 2022: 150,100
Educational requirements: While many land jobs without even a
high-school diploma, you’ll need culinary training to get in at trendy
restaurants
Upside: Work is fun, creative and constantly evolving
Downside: Long hours and fallen arches.
Content taken from “6 Careers Worth Going Back To School For” by Liz Ozaist
and “10 Careers Worth Going Back To School” by Sarah Mahoney ©2012-2017 Life
Reimagined™
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