NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS (2018)
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The Voice of
November 2018
CLUSI
Issue 11
Volume 19
www.ctclusi.org
NEWS FROM THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF COOS, LOWER UMPQUA & SIUSLAW INDIANS
CTCLUSI 34th Restoration Celebration
Tribal members and friends gathered at Cape Perpetua for the Amanda Trail Hike the morning of the 34th Restoration Celebration
Photograph courtesy of Councilman Doug Barrett
Contributed by Morgan Gaines, Communications Specialist
On Saturday, October 20th, the Tribe celebrated its 34th Restoration with a gathering
at the Three Rivers Casino and Resort Event Center in Florence, Oregon. As Tribal
members visited amongst the fall decorations, Tribal Chairman Mark Ingersoll took the
stage to welcome all in attendance with a brief opening. “Our 34th Restoration is marked
by some remarkable accomplishments. Our historic Land Bill passing this year, seeing
the return of over 14,000 acres to the Tribe, The Tribal Fairness Act passing, and over
two million dollars of new grants that our Government brought in. Thank you to all of
those who helped in our Restoration, past and present Council members, Committee
members, Government staff, and Casino Staff.”
Chairman Ingersoll then welcomed Chief Warren Brainard to say a few words. Chief
Brainard shared that he “never imagined we’d get this far, I’m proud of where we are
today, with so much to be thankful for”, followed by giving an invocation for the meal
prepared by Three Rivers Casino. Tribal members enjoyed the comradery amongst
friends and family over a shared feast, followed by a dessert of cakes decorated with
images representing the three Tribes. One of Coos Head, another with a photo of
Umpqua Eden, and the third a picture from the Cape Perpetua lookout.
Members who had met up early that morning to participate in the Amanda Trial hike
joined us for the meal and shared that thirty or more people hiked the trail this year!
While membership finished their meal, Council member Doug Barrett took the stage,
asking all those in attendance who had traveled on Canoe Journey earlier this year
to join him. After having them all introduce themselves, Councilman Doug Barrett
presented a slideshow of photographs from Canoe Journey: Paddle to Puyallup. He
spoke about how Canoe Journey is the largest drug and alcohol prevention event on
Chairman Mark Ingersoll and Cheif Warren
Brainard welcome family and friends to the
34th Restoration Celebration
Save the Dates:
Story continues on page 8
November 17, 2018
Drum Making & Fall Harvest
December 8, 2018
Tribal Holiday Celebration
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 October 14, 2018 Regular Tribal Council Meeting
Chief Warren Brainard:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 ODOT Meeting; Executive Interviews
Sept 12 Lane Act
Sept 13 Veteran Wall Dedication; Culture Committee Meeting
Sept 17 Tribal/State Jordan Cove Tour
Sept 26 Tribal Council Business Meeting; Gaming Facility Review
Board (GFORB)
Oct 1 Executive Interviews
Oct 4 Photos with Peter DeFazio
Oct 11 Executive Interviews; Culture Committee Meeting; Executive
Worksession
Doc Slyter:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 Executive Interviews
Sept 13 Culture Meeting; Executive Interviews; Executive Worksession
Sept 17 Fishing Trip Elders
Sept 18 Wellness Court Training; Coquille Plank, Flute Presentaion for
Glide 5th grade Students
Sept 26 Finance Meeting; Gaming Facility Review Board (GFORB);
Tribal Council Business Meeting;
Oct 4 Elders Luncheon; Executive Worksession
Oct 11 Executive Interviews; Culture Committee Meeting; Executive
Worksession
Oct 12 Executive Interviews
Debbie Bossley:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 Executive Interviews
Sept 11 Hollering Place Meeting
Sept 13 Executive Interviews
Sept 14 Meeting with Legal Counsel
Sept 17 Tribal/State Jordan Cove Tour
Sept 18 TLPI Wellness Court Training
Sept 26 Restoration Planning Meeting; Finance Meeting; Gaming
Facility Review Board (GFORB); Tribal Council Business Meeting;
Oct 2 Administration Meeting
Oct 4 Elders Luncheon; Executive Worksession
Oct 11 Executive Worksession
Oct 11-12 Executive Interviews
Teresa Spangler, Vice - Chairman:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 Executive Interviews
Sept 11 Education Meeting
Sept 13 Executive Interviews
Sept 19 Housing Committee Meeting
Sept 26 Benefits Board Meeting; Restoration Planning Meeting;
Finance Meeting; Gaming Facility Review Board (GFORB); Tribal
Council Business Meeting;
Oct 4 Executive Worksession
Oct 11-12 Executive Interviews
Josh Davies:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 13 Executive Interviews
Sept 14 Meeting with Legal Counsel
Sept 26 Finance Meeting; Tribal Council Business Meeting; Gaming
Facility Review Board (GFORB)
Oct 4 Ex Worksession
Oct 6 Budget Meeting; Pumpkin Patch Event
Oct 12 Executive Interview
Doug Barrett :
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 -11 Miluk Days, Canoe Races, Weaving
Sept 15 Pow Wow
Sept 16 Canoe Races
Sept 26 Finance Meeting; Gaming Facility Review Board (GFORB);
Tribal Council Business Meeting
Oct 4 Executive Worksession
Oct 8 Indigenous Day
Oct 11-12 Executive Interviews
Mark Ingersoll:
Sept 9 Tribal Council Meeting ; Budget Meeting
Sept 10 Executive Interviews
Sept 11 Ed Meeting
Sept 13 Interview
Sept 19 Housing
Sept 26 Benefits Board Meeting; Restoration Planning Meeting;
Finance Meeting; Gaming Facility Review Board (GFORB); Tribal
Council Business Meeting;
Oct 4 Executive Worksession
Oct 11-12 Executive Interviews
Resolution Summaries
RESOLUTION NO.:18-064
Date of Passage: July 8, 2018
Subject (title):Cultural Resources Protection
Agreement between CTCLUSI, Jordan Cove Energy
Protection LP and Pacific Gas Pipeline LP
Explanation: The Tribe approves this agreement.
Vote 3-2-2
RESOLUTION NO.:18-065
Date of Passage: July 19, 2018
Subject (title):Reinstating Gaming Facility Operational
Review Board (GFORB) and Appointing Interim Board
Members
Explanation: The Tribal Council voted to appoint the
following interim Board Members; Warren Brainard,
Mark Ingersoll, Doc Slyter, Debbie Bossley, Josh Davies,
Doug Barrett and Jerry West. Vote 6-1-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-066
Date of Passage: July 25, 2018
Subject (title):Merchant Link, LLC TLS Converter Order
and Tribal Council Approval
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this order of
equipment for Three Rivers Casino & Hotel, as
recommended by GFORB and TRC
Management. Vote 5-0-1
RESOLUTION NO.:18-067
Date of Passage: July 25
Subject (title):Consulting Agreement
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this
amendment for Three Rivers Casino. Vote 5-0-1
RESOLUTION NO.:18-068
Date of Passage: August 3, 2018
Subject (title):Memorandum of Agreement with the
Bureau of Land management and Bureau of Indian
Affairs for Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act Land
Transfer
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves MOA to
accept the 14,742 acres of federal lands and develop
an agreement with the BLM and BIA, then to be placed
into trust for the Tribe. Vote 6-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-069
Date of Passage: August 12, 2018
Subject (title):Approval of Memorandum of Agreement
with the Indian Health Service – Well & Septic Program
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this
MOA. Vote 7-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-070
Date of Passage: August 12, 2018
Subject (title):Coos Head Area Master Plan and Tribal
Council approval and Adoption
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves CHAMP to
implement the shared vision for the Coos Head Site
and to guide and inform multimodal transportation
access, other infrastructure, and land use
redevelopment on the Coos Head Site. Vote 7-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-071
Date of Passage: August 12, 2018
Subject (title):Approval of participation as an Amicus
Party in Administrative Hearing Challenging State
Funding of Dental Health Aide Therapist
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this action.
Vote 7-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-072
Date of Passage: August 12, 2018
Subject (title):Amendment to the Amended Tribal
–State Compact for Regulation of Class lll Gaming
Between the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower
Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians and the State of Oregon,
and Tribal Council Approval Thereof
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this action.
VOTE 7-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-073
Date of Passage: August 23, 2018
Subject (title):Memorandum of Agreement Between
CTCLUSI, Jordan Cove Energy Project LLC and Pacific
Connector Gas Pipeline L.P.
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this action.
Vote 6-1-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-074
Date of Passage: August 29, 2018
Subject (title):Pacific Office Automation Leasing
and Services Agreement Approval
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this
agreement for Tribal Government office equipment.
Vote 7-0-0
RESOLUTION NO.:18-075
Date of Passage: August 29, 2018
Subject (title):Machine Order
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this
agreement, as recommended by GFORB. Vote 6-0-1
RESOLUTION NO.:18-076
Date of Passage: August 29, 2018
Subject (title):Fifth Amended Contract for Judicial
Services with J.D. Williams
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves this contract.
Vote 6-0-1
RESOLUTION NO.:18-077
Date of Passage: August 29, 2018
Subject (title):Appointment of the Tribal Benefits Board
Explanation: The Tribal Council approves the
appointment of Bonnie Foroudi, Chief Financial Officer,
Tribal Government for the term of her position.
Vote 7-0-0
In this public paper, some explanation will not
display details due to confidentiality.
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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 interested 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., either
online at www.ctclusi.org/enrollment or
mail to Enrollment Dept., 1245 Fulton Ave.,
Coos Bay, OR 97420. Phone: 541-888-7506
or Fax: 541-888-2853.
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.
Upcoming Events
November 1st – Elders Luncheon, Red Lobster,
Eugene, OR., 11:30 a.m.
November 6th – Parenting Workshop,
Eugene Outreach Office, 5:30 p.m.
November 8th – Elders Committee Meeting,
Tribal Hall 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
November 11th – 2019 PRC App
November 12th – Veterans Day,
All Tribal Offices will be CLOSED
November 13th – Parenting Workshop,
Eugene Outreach Office, 5:30 p.m.
November 16th – HOC Paddle carving/ regalia making
Location/Time TBA
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November 17 – Drum Making,
Tribal Hall, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
November 17th – Fall Harvest, Community Center,
1:00 p.m., Crafts and activities following dinner 2 p.m.
November 18th – Regular Council Meeting,
Community Center, 10:00 a.m.
November 20th – Parenting Workshop,
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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
Warren Brainard, Chief
Tribal Chief
Eugene Outreach Office, 5:30 p.m
541-297-1655 (cell)
November 22nd – Thanksgiving Day,
wbrainard@ctclusi.org
All Tribal Offices will be CLOSED
November 27th – Parenting Workshop,
Doc Slyter
Eugene Outreach Office, 5:30 p.m.
th
November 30 – HOC Paddle carving/regalia making Position #1 Council
541-808-7625 (cell)
Location/Time TBA
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dslyter@ctclusi.org
December 4 – Parenting Workshop,
Eugene Outreach Office, 5:30 p.m.
December 6th – Elders Luncheon
Debbie Bossley
TRCR Event Center, Florence 11:30 a.m. Position #2 Council
December 8th – Tribal Christmas Party,
541-294-3972 (cell)
Three Rivers Casino Event Center,
debbie.bossley@ctclusi.org
Florence, OR., doors open at 3:00 p.m.
December 14th – HOC Gift Making Party
Mark Ingersoll,
Location/Time TBA
December 21st – Winter Solstice
Chairman
December 25th – Christmas Day,
Position #3 Council
All Tribal Offices will be CLOSED
541-290-4610 (cell)
January 1st – New Year’s Day,
mingersoll@ctclusi.org
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
Health 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
Purchased/Referred Care
(FKA Contract Health
Services)
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-4873
Toll free 1-800-227-0392
Fax 541-888-5388
sarnold@ctclusi.org
Education Department
Karen Porter, Education Dept
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-888-9577
Toll free 1-888-280-0726
Fax 541-888-2853
education@ctclusi.org
Family Services
Earl Boots, Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1311
Toll Free 1-800-618-6827
Fax 541-888-1837
eboots@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
Tribal Council
Elders Activities
Iliana Montiel
Assistant Director of Health
Services
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
Cultural Department
Jesse Beers - Director
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone 541-888-1319
Fax 541-888-2853
jbeers@ctclusi.org
Eugene Outreach Office
135 Silver Lane, Suite 200
Eugene, OR 97404
Phone 541-744-1334
Toll Free 1-800-877-2718
Fax 541-744-1349
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
Josh Davies
Position #4 Council
541-294-4105
josh.davies@ctclusi.org
Teresa Spangler,
Vice Chair
Position #5 Council
541-808-4828 (cell)
tspangler@ctclusi.org
Doug Barrett
Position #6 Council
541-297-2130 (cell)
doug.barrett@ctclusi.org
Council Meeting
November 18, 2018
Community Center
338 Wallace Street,
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
10:00 a.m.
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Minutes as needed
4. Tribal Council Reports
5. Tribal Chief Executive Officer
Report
6. Chief Financial Officer Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
9. Other
10. Good of the Tribes
11. Executive Session as needed
Council meeting video available to view at
www.ctclusi.org
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Council Corner
Dai Tribal Family,
the day I was approached by a teacher whom wanted to share
It has been a very quick 6 months since our start on CTCLUSI something with me. I couldn’t help but think it was more of the
Tribal Council. Although I feel this message is a bit delayed we disciplinary challenges I had been repeatedly faced with that day,
three; Debbie, Doug, and myself would like to say how very and cautiously asked her to go ahead. She went on to tell me
honored we are and grateful to you for choosing us to lead and about her 7th grade science class that had been doing an activity
serve our Tribe. We hit the ground running and have yet to slow on the power of words; both positive as well as negative and the
down. There are several large projects that Council along with affects each had on the student. I taught these same students
the year before, she mentioned the familiar name of a student
administration are working on diligently and whole heartedly.
of whom I had many challenges. This particular
In the last few months I have had the privilege
student had written they felt the most positive
to see the growth already with varying grants,
when given feedback and praise from Mr. Davies,
legislation, and projects that have taken many
saying that when Mr. Davies’ face had shown them
years of passion and dedication. Some of these
approval. It became the most valued positivity the
accomplishments were not completed quickly and
student had ever received. This was astonishing
took a lot of hard work and patience. Thank you to
as well as humbling to me, I hadn’t realized the
the current and previous Chiefs, Council members,
impact I had on this student. I felt inspired by the
Committee members, and to all who push forward
sheer thought that if I kept extending positive
in effort to continued success for our Tribes. We
words of encouragement, eventually I really could
are lucky to come far in our journey to the many
change the way these students saw themselves,
achievements accomplished, much more than our
or possibly give hope that home life would not
ancestors could have possibly imagined.
always be difficult. I recognize the hard work
Our hope is for our tribal people to work together
and improvements made throughout the year
toward the future, alongside our council to bring
by students, and I felt good knowing I made a
emphasis to our direction of our peoples’ culture,
Councilman Josh Davies
lasting impression for even one of my most difficult
education and family values. If you have any ideas, or
students. Even better, I forgot about the horrible day,
need to express comments about something please
come and voice your concerns at a monthly Council meeting, send remembering why just a simple smile, a little acknowledgement,
an email to Tribal Council, or we welcome you to apply to be on a and consistency goes a long way. We are all made different with
committee. I want to make sure that if you are interested in being the same parts which makes us human, this also makes us so
on a committee and are not placed on a committee right away, worthy of and very capable of showing kindness, respect, and
please don’t be discouraged and keep applying. I look forward compassion. The power is in our hands; we must be the change
to participating more with all committees in the near future, and we wish to see in this world.
Until next time, may you all have a wonderful season!
hope to see as many new and familiar faces as possible. There
are several seats becoming vacant so please look for the postings
Hiis haiyach (with a good heart),
in this newsletter each month. I am excited for Tribal members to
Councilman Josh Davies
submit applications and to hear your ideas and any suggestions
that you may have. Your voice really DOES matter to us!!
I am also looking forward to attending the upcoming
winter events with my family and yours. The Restoration
Celebration was an honor to be a part of, although
I was there for a short time and had to leave early it
was wonderful to see so many of you make it for the
Join a Tribal
celebration. I hope there will be the same great turn out
Committee
for drum making at our Fall Harvest party. If not then
maybe we will catch up while sitting around the fire at the
Plankhouse for Winter Solstice, or perhaps in December
at the annual Christmas party.
Chapter 7-5 GENERAL COMMITTEE CODE 7-5-1; General
The holiday Season always gives me a reminder that Policy; Committees are established to assist the Tribal
there are so many families that are struggling and in need Council in carrying out its responsibilities, to provide quality
all year long, being a teacher I see the suffering of so services to the Tribal membership and to develop, maintain
many children every day and the impact that just saying a and protect the assets and interests of the Tribes.
nice hello or giving a simple compliment does for them. It Tribal Committee appointments are made by Tribal Council and are for a four (4) year term.
truly only takes one person to make a positive change in Tribal Code allows for you to be on no more than three (3) committees at a time and you may
the lives of others. Please be kind toward everyone you only server two (2) terms, unless special consideration is necessary.
cross paths with, for the greatest of the great will have
Currently, we have at least one (1) position available in each committee due to vacancies and
downtimes and everyone deserves to be cared for.
term expiration on 12-31-2018. Tribal Committees cover several areas of the Tribe and work
A recent example of this happened a few days back, with various departments. Below is a list of Committees you may be interested in becoming a
while filling in as Principal for my school. I had the member of:
worst possible afternoon imaginable. Near the end of
Salmon Cleaning Participants
Salmon Gift
Everyone who came to assist with the 2018 annual
salmon cleaning, whether you gutted a salmon or not,
that thought you were going to receive a salmon for
anything you might participate in at the annual cleaning
will be eligible for a salmon upon request. Please send
your requests to Chief Brainard wbrainard@ctclusi.org.
-- for questions please call Chief Brainard.
Culture Committee
Elders Committee
Investment Committee
Budget Committee
Enrollment Committee
Health Committee
Education Committee
Housing Committee
Election Board
How to become a member? You must be a CTCLUSI enrolled Tribal member. The attached
Letter of Interest Form must be completed and returned in the envelope for Tribal Council
considerations. All forms should be received by December 1, 2018.
Letters of Interest are only kept on file for one year.
Additional forms can be found on the Tribes’ website: www.ctclusi.org or requested through
any Tribal Government Office located in Coos Bay, Florence and Springfield. Questions? If you
would like to know any further details, please contact: Jeannie McNeil , 1245 Fulton Ave. Coos
Bay, Oregon 97420. By email, jmcneil@ctclusi.org or by phone 541-888-9577.
November 2018
UPDATE YOUR CONTACT
INFORMATION !
Tribal Council has approved a gift in the
form of a check to be sent to every Enrolled
Tribal Member this year.
Gifts will be mailed December 2018 to
the last address we have on file. If we do
not have a valid address, no check will
be issued. If a check is sent to an invalid
address due to lack of update, it can take
up to a month to re-issue.
All Tribal information updates must go
through the Enrollment office with a
completed Change of Address Form. You
can find this form on the Tribes website
www.ctclusi.org under Enrollment, or one
can be obtained at any Tribal Government
Office in Coos Bay, Florence & Eugene.
You may also update your address by
contacting Jeannie McNeil, Enrollment
Coordinator at 541-888-7506; or by email
jmcneil@ctclusi.org. Please provide a
contact phone number so your information
can be verified over the phone.
Need help?
TALK
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CTCLUSI Voter Registration Card:
UPDATED SIGNATURE REQUIRED
2019 Tribal Council Election - April 14, 2019
Dear Tribal Members,
The Election Board has designed a new form to improve the ballot verification
process. As an Enrolled Tribal Member, we value your involvement in Tribal
Elections. A letter was mailed to you in September to inform you that, at this
time, we need your updated signature on file in this new format.
Please fill out the form completely and return it in the envelope that was provided
to become a registered voter. You can also go online to www.ctclusi.org/
elections to fill out a CTCLUSI Voter’s Registration Card. Our next Tribal Council
Election is April 14, 2019. ONLY Tribal Members that have signature cards on
file will be considered registered voters and will receive a ballot.
If I can be of further assistance, or if you have any questions, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Go online to
www.ctclusi.org/elections
Sincerely,
to printand fill out a
CTCLUSI Voter’s Registration
Jeannie McNeil
Card
Tribal Enrollment Coordinator/Election Clerk
Return form to Enrollment
1245 Fulton Avenue
Dept., 1245 Fulton Avenue,
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
Coos Bay, OR 97420
(541) 888-7506
jmcneil@ctclusi.org
Fall Harvest Dinner
Drum Making
(Tribal Hall)
Saturday November 17, 2018
Go online to
www.ctclusi.org
to find and print out a
number of Tribal Forms
www.ctclusi.org/elections
CTCLUSI Voter’s Registration
Card
Drum Making 9:00 to 1:00 Tribal Hall sponsored by Family Services, Prevention and Culture
www.ctclusi.org/veterans
Veteran Information Form
Non RSVP guests will go on a waiting list until all RSVP guests receive their drums.
www.ctclusi.org/tribalcommittees
Letter of Interest
www.ctclusi.org/communityhealth
Fitness Forms
www.ctclusi.org (homepage)
PRC Application
Doug & Mark will be instructing how to make and use a hand drum.
One Drum per Tribal Family, Drums go first to RSVP list.
DRUM MAKING RSVP: 1-888-365-7155 or 541-435-7155 by 11/09/18.
Traditional Thanksgiving dinner at 1:00 p.m.
Approximate meal time
Crafts & Activities following dinner (2:00-3:30)
Come enjoy the afternoon and dinner with family and friends.
RSVP to 541-435-7155 or toll free 1-888-365-7155
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This Month...be on the Lookout for Bog Cranberry
Contributed by Ashley Russell, Water Protection Specialist
Plant description: Bog Cranberry is in the family,
Ericaceae, the Heath family. Other culturally significant
species that you may already be familiar with, such
as blueberries, kinnickinnick, rhododendrons, and
salal, also belong to this family. This tiny, creeping,
evergreen shrub grows in sphagnum moss, which is
mostly found in wetland habitats or bogs, hence the
name. Pink, shooting star-like flowers bloom at the end
of each stalk, giving rise to one to two ruby-colored
berries in late summer that often times persist through
winter.
Food: The berries of bog cranberry are best after
the first frost of autumn. However, if the patch of
cranberries is within the coastal range, the likelihood
of a frost is very slim. So, the best times to gather
coastal populations of cranberries are generally
October to November. Traditionally, cranberries were
stored through the winter in damp moss, which kept
them fresh through spring. They were also sometimes
picked green and stored in baskets or boxes until they
turned soft and brown. Bog cranberries can be eaten
fresh or cooked. They can also be dried and used in
trail mixes and baked goods.
Scientific Name: Oxycoccus oxycoccos or
Vaccinium oxycoccos
Photograph by John Schaefer
Tribe Welcomes Restoration Project
Manager to DNR
Bryan James Gillooly
is the newest member
of the Department of
Natural
Resources
(DNR). Bryan, the
Tribes’
Restoration
Project
Manager,
will be managing the
Tribes’ Pacific Coast
Salmon
Recovery
Fund (PCSRF) grant,
doing important habitat
restoration work on
Ancestral Tribal Land,
working out of the
Outreach Office in
Florence.
Bryan comes to the
DNR with a Masters from Oregon State University (OSU) in Fisheries
Science and a Graduate Certificate in Marine Resource Management
for OSU’s College of Earth, Oceans and Atmospheric Sciences.
Bryan has previously worked for the US Agency for International
Development (USAID) in Washington, DC, and overseas in Colombia,
Paraguay and Ghana. Bryan also has worked at OSU’s Hatfield
Marine Science Center in Newport, OR at their oyster aquaculture
laboratory, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)
doing fisheries research in Florence, OR and served in Peace Corps
in Ecuador for 3 years working in agriculture/aquaculture and public
health.
Bryan currently resides in Swisshome, Oregon, around 20 miles
up the Siuslaw River on Hwy 36. Bryan, trying to live as sustainably
as possible, raises rabbits and chickens, and sells eggs, rabbit pelts,
rabbit feet keychains, and manure. Bryan is an avid fishermen, and
can be often found trekking the Siuslaw River with his bilingual best
friend, a beagle, named Shadow Thunder.
Winter Solstice
Tribal Hall, Community Center & Plank
House
338 Wallace, Coos Bay OR 97420
Earth
We are looking to pay tribal
artists or crafts-people to
lead in an activity this Winter
Solstice.
Please contact Mark Petrie
by phone: 541-888-1318 or by
email: mpetrie@ctclusi.org
Sun
• Contract based work
• December 21st
Light Breakfast 8–9am Light Lunch 12–1pm
Dinner 5–6pm Light Snacks
Doors open at 11pm on December 20th –Closes 11:00pm December 21st
PLEASE RSVP
541-435-7155 or 888-365-7155
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New Healing of the Canoe
Program Assistant in Coos Bay
Contributed by the Family Services Department
ENGAGING YOUTH CULTURALLY FOR HEALTHY FUTURES
HOC staff are working on activities and opportunities
for youth 12 years and older…
Here are some dates to get on your calendar!
Friday, November 16
Friday, November 30
-Finishing carving paddles
-Working on regalia
time and location TBA
Friday, December 14
-Gift Making Party
March 25- 29
-Spring Break Camp
time and location TBA
HOC will be an overnight camping experience
If you have ideas or suggestions, we would love to hear from you!
You can contact
Sonja McCarty (541) 808-8175 smccarty@ctclusi.org
Or
Dawn Adams (541) 808-7699 dadams@ctclusi.org
Prevention Actvitites
Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches
From Mahaffey Ranch, near Allegany, to Lone Pine Farms,
in Junction City, there were amazing memories made! Families sharing a meal, spending time together picking out the
perfect pumpkins. Each event, Doug Barrett talked about the
dangers of drugs focusing on Heroin and Fentanyl. Families
walked away with prevention handouts, information on brain
science and canoe journey!
Join us in welcoming
Dawn Adams, Family
Services’ new Healing
of the Canoe Program
Assistant. Dawn is an
enrolled member of the
Suquamish Tribe. Her
ancestral land is the
Port Madison Indian
Reservation located on
the clear salt waters
of the Puget Sound in
Washington State.
She
is
an
a c c o m p l i s h e d
M a n a g e m e n t
Professional
with
over 26 years of
experience working in
Tribal government and
enterprises. She has a
strong and extensive
background in effective
program development, implementation and administration
providing Social Services to Tribal Communities. Her experience
is in Health Services- including Contract Health (PRC), Medical,
Dental and Vision as well as Medicaid and Medicare. Dawn also
has experience in Early Childhood Education- including Early
Head Start, Head Start and before and After School programs.
Her experience also reaches into ICWA- including being a
licensed foster parent from 1996-2012- providing a nurturing and
loving long-term family environment for 3 youth ages 9 months
to 17 years, Healthy Moms Healthy Babies- pregnancy support
services, Women’s Wellness, Substance Abuse Prevention,
Youth Services, Community Outreach, Financial Assistance
or General Assistance, Elder’s Services, Self-governance and
Gaming.
She recently relocated to Coos Bay, with her son Jacob and
they are really enjoying the beauty of the area. Dawn feels
extremely grateful and honored to be working for CTCLUSI, and
is excited to be joining the Family Services Team.
“I believe in providing service without judgement, family first
and that the success of others is my success.” – Dawn Adams
We are glad to welcome Dawn to the team!
Photogaph courtesy of CTCLUSI Youth Council
If you want more information, please contact:
Prevention & Treatment Coordinator: Doug Barrett at 541.297.2130
Healing of the Canoe Facilitator: Sonja McCarty at 541.808.8175
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Restoration Celebration continued from cover page...
the west coast. All of the photographs
shown and video clips mentioned can be
viewed online at www.ctclusi.org/media
Following
the
Canoe
Journey
presentation, Chairman Mark Ingersoll
invited Councilman Doc Slyter to speak.
Councilman Slyter showed images
from the 2018 Lamprey Project at Eel
Lake in Lakeside, Oregon. The lamprey
project began two years ago when the
Department of Natural Resources put in
for grants to help preserve and restore
lamprey into their natural habitats along
our coast. After his brief presentation,
Councilman Slyter extended his thanks
to “all people in the past and present
who made it possible to see our land bill
pass into law on January 8th, and I look
forward to where we go next.”
After playing the Three Rivers Song, the
first song he ever wrote, on his flute, he
introduced some guests. Having heard
Teresa Ulrich and Rich Ulrich during a
flute gathering in Elkton, Oregon, he
asked them to attend Restoration and
perform for membership. While Rich told
a Coos story, Teresa played the flute,
giving an amazing performance.
Attendees then enjoyed watching a
clip from the 6th Annual Radio Show from
The Dolphins Players Club in Coos Bay,
Oregon. Councilman Doc Slyter, and
Tribal members Ashley Russell, Kaie
Russell, and Eagle Roy had joined them
in performances of reading Tribal history
and sharing culture with traditional song.
The video clip of the performance was
enjoyed by all before the evening raffle
prizes were given out and the event
concluded. Thank you to all the Tribal
Government and Three Rivers Casino
and Resort staff members who helped
set up and run this event. A thank you
to all of those past and present involved
in the restoration of The Confederated
Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua &
Siuslaw Indians.
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Elders Corner
Be sure to vote for your 2019 Elders Activities
Elders Activity Survey Deadline Tuesday, November 13th!
Sternwheeler Boat Trip 2016
Elders Garibaldi Trip 2015
Trees of Mystery Trip 2015 (Crescent City Aquarium)
Grand Ronde 2014
Above: Oregon Coast
Aquarium
Left: Trees of Mystery 2018
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Elders Corner
Be sure to vote for your 2019 Elders Activities
Elders Activity Survey Deadline Tuesday, November 13th!
Elders Garibaldi Trip 2015
Halibut Fishing Trip 2016, Newport, Oregon
Elgin Train Robbery Trip 2017
Oregon Coast Aquarium 2015, Newport, Oregon
Picnic at Cow Creek 2014
Above: Rogue River Jet Boat Trip 2015
Left: Bear Museum in Grants Pass, Oregon
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November 2018
Elders Corner
Elders Activities
Survey Deadline
is November 13th
Surveys
have
been
mailed to you. Be sure
to turn in your survey on
time! This will guarantee
that your vote is counted
for picking 2019’s Elders
Activities.
Some of the amazing
trips you could go on next
year may include:
Aquarium/Glass Blowing –
Newport
Tulalip –Washington
Air Museum – McMinnville
OMSI/Portland Zoo
Jet Boats – Gold Beach
New Community Health Aide in Coos Bay
Contributed by Vicki Faciane, Director of Health Services
Please join me in welcoming our new Community Health Aide (former title was
Community Health Representative), Armando Martinez. Armando was born in
Brownsville, Texas, and graduated from high school in 1991. He enlisted in the United
States Coast Guard in September 1993. After completing Coast Guard basic training in
New Jersey, his 25 year career consisted of these units: Coast Guard Cutter Basswood
out of Guam, Coast Guard Station Coos Bay, Base Kodiak Alaska, Air Station Corpus
Christi Texas, Sector Portland Oregon, Coast Guard Cutter Alex Haley out of Kodiak
Alaska, Safety and Environmental Health Detachment Kodiak Alaska, and Air Station
North Bend Oregon. He advanced to the
rank of Chief Petty Officer, and his specialty
is in Health Services. His education includes
attending the University of Alaska, and
various other Coast Guard / DOD / DHS
training schools.
He is actively involved with the local Coast
Guard Chief Petty Officer Association and
in several volunteer programs such as
Project Healing Waters, Wounded Warrior
Project, and Relay for Life. He received
several awards: notably two Coast Guard
Commendation Medals, Global war on
terrorism medal, and three Coast Guard
achievement medals.
He is married to Jillian Martinez and they
have two boys – Justin and Dominic. They
enjoy camping and fishing. They also have
two dogs [Hunter (Lab) and Megan (Pug)]
and three cats [Spencer, Sadie and Pickle].
Welcome, Armando!
Train Ride – Elgin
Coquille Indian Tribe
Community Health Center
Three Rivers Casino or
Seven Feathers Casino
Elders Holiday Luncheon
Jet Boats Rogue River –
Grants Pass
High Desert Museum –
Bend
Please join us
Friday, November 16, 2018
At 11:30
The Mill Casino Hotel-RV Park
The Salmon Room East
Sternwheeler – Hood
River
Following Lunch please join us at the Plankhouse
for Flag Pole Raising Ceremony at 2:00 pm
Co-Ed Retreat
Please RSVP by November 8th
Fishing Trip – Oregon
Coast
Grand Ronde EHD
Shakespeare Festival –
Ashland
If you didn’t receive a
survey please contact
Iliana Montiel at
541-888-7526
If you have any questions, please call or email:
Lori Austin, Elders Coordinator
541-888-9494 or 1-800-344-8583, Ext: 2214
loriaustin@coquilletribe.org
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Elders Corner
The Elders Spotlight of the Month will feature a new Elder each month. Elders are selected from a list of the Eldest to the Youngest Elder, starting with the
Eldest. Elders will be contacted by Kimmy Bixby of Community Health Services with information for an article to be published in a future edition of The Voice of
CLUSI newsletter. Many thanks go out to our Elders for all that they have done for our Tribal community. We hope to use this opportunity to highlight a few of
your many accomplishments. Thank you Elders!
Contributed by Kimmy Bixby, Community Health Aide
June Burger
Tom Barrett
Siuslaw Tribal Elder
Granddaughter of Howard
Barrett Sr., Sister of Chief
Tom Barrett, Mother of David
Burger and Michael Burger,
Niece of Frank Barrett and
Bob Barrett, Cousin of Doug
Barrett, Bobby Barrett, Greg
Norton, Brad Kneaper,
Theresa Spangler and Jesse
Beers.
Proudest accomplishments:
• The birth of her two sons,
David and Michael
June Burger
• Advocating for seniors as a
Favorite Saying: “The Bible says long-term care Ombudsman
we are called to be a peculiar
people. Some of
Bucket List:
us are more peculiar than
• Learn to swim
others!”
• Basket weave
Favorite Hobbies:
• Bible studies
• Anything and everything in
nature
•Spending time with
grandchildren
• Hike Olympic National
Wilderness Park
Siuslaw Tribal Elder.
Some of Howard’s family
members include his Uncle
Frank Barrett, Cousins
Doug Barrett and Jeff Barrett,
Sister June Burger, Sons Tim
Barrett and Steve Barrett,
Stepsons Tony and Jeff,
adopted daughters Missy
and Michelle and Grandsons
Jacob Barrett, Steven Barrett
and Aaron Barrett.
Proudest accomplishments:
•His children
•Being a hard-working and
successful business owner
for 27 years
•Working as a Maintenance
Technician at the hospital for
12 years
Tom Barrett
Favorite Saying:
“I can do anything.”
Favorite Hobbies:
•Fishing
•Metal detecting
•Dancing
Bucket List:
•Surviving and enjoying life
•Hunting again
•Buying a 50-foot houseboat
to enjoy out on the River
Elders Luncheon
Thursday, December 6, 2018
11:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.
(Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m.)
at
Three Rivers Casino Resort
Event Center
5647 Oregon 126, Florence, OR 97439
Come join us for
Bingo, Prizes and Crafts!
There will be a gift exchange for
those who wish to participate.
Please mark your gift for male
or female.
Please RSVP by Friday, November 30, 2018.
Please call the RSVP line at 541-435-7155 or toll
free at 1-888-365-7155.
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
Health Services Division
Elders Activity Program
Information provided by Mike Smith, Tribal Benefits Specialist
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EZ Mini Storage Operated by Blue Earth
PARENTING WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY CTCLUSI FAMILY SERVICES
DEPARTMENT IN COLLABORATION
WITH
CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF SILETZ & DHS
When:
TuesdaysNovember 6
November 13
November 20
November 27
December 4
Time:
5:30-7:30pm
EZ Mini Storage 1293 Ocean Boulevard
next to the Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay
Tribal Members & Employees get 20% off of
the Monthly Rental Rate
Contact Phone Blue Earth by calling
541-269-2964
Sizes: 5x10; 8x10; 10x10; 10x20; 10x30
[subject to availability]
Location:
135 Silver Lane
Suite 200, Eugene
OR 97404
Childcare & Meals Will Be Provided
Please RSVP with Shayne Platz
(Eugene Outreach Office)
By phone: 541-744-1334
or
By email: splatz@ctclusi.org
FITNESS PROGRAM REMINDERS
You must submit your fitness receipts for
period from July 1 through December 31,
2018, no later than January 11, 2019, for
reimbursement. Receipts for fitness purchases
from January 1 through June 30, which were
due by July 13, 2018, will not be accepted.
Would you like to become a
State Certified Daycare Provider?
Have you thought of becoming a State Certified Daycare Provider but felt that it was out
of reach? Through the CTCLUSI CCDF (Childcare Development Fund) we are able to
assist in this process! By visiting www.oregonearlylearning.com you can research the
steps it takes to become certified.
Reach out to Meagan Davenport, Family Services Program Assistant, by phone at
541-888-1311 or email: mdavenport@ctclusi.org if you have questions regarding this
process!
Receipts must be legible. We can no longer
accept generic receipts (receipts that do not
have the printed name of the business) without
additional proof the payment was made. A
copy of the canceled check or bank statement
must be included if you are submitting a
generic receipt. A picture of a duplicate or
non-canceled check is not acceptable.
2019 Fitness Registration Forms will soon
be available on-line.
If you have any
questions, please contact DeeDee Plaep at
dplaep@ctclusi.org or 541-997-6685.
Updates from Transportation - More Good News!
CCAT Services are now expanding for all CTCLUSI Tribal Members. This now includes all of the public services other than
their demand response, Dial-A-Ride. In addition, the Coquille/Myrtle Point Connector, Powers Connector, Lakeside and Houser
Connector are now available, along with the Loop Services they already provide for members. All you need to do is show the driver
your Tribal ID card.
If you have any questions please contact Kathy Perkins, CTCLUSI Transportation Coordinator at 541-888-9577
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Tribal Family Holiday Celebration 2018
COOS COASTIE ASSOCIATION
Three Rivers Casino Resort Event Center
Saturday December 08, 2018
Doors open at 3:00 pm.
Children of all sizes from 0 to 18 years
Families with attendees under 21 will need to enter
at the SW Event Center entrance
Santa will visit after the Holiday Meal
October through November
Help keep the youth in our community warm. Please donate new or unwanted
coats and we will get them to` children in need in our area.
Each child attending will receive a filled stocking from Santa.
RSVP Line: 541-435-7155 or toll free 1-888-365-7155
please include children’s name & age
RSVP by November 28, 2018 need to know for stockings and
Other Holiday planning.
Collection Sites:
Station Coos Bay
o 63450 Kingfisher Rd Charleston 97420
Station Umpqua
o 335 Beach Rd Winchester Bay 97467
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower, Umpqua & Siuslaw
TRANSPORTATION WILL NOT BE PROVIDED
THIS IS A DRUG & ALCOHOL FREE EVENT
Hotel rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis
at a discounted price ($$$$)
For room reservations call 1-877-374-8377
o Main Lobby at 1245 Fulton Avenue Coos Bay 97420
You must reserve your hotel room by
o 171 S Broadway Coos Bay 97420
November 30, 2018 for this discount.
Kaffe 101
Shoreline Community Church
o 1251 Clark Street North Bend 97459
For more information, please contact
Jan Lawrence @ 541-888-7538 or Christine Sylvester at 541-888-7532
Raising the CTCLUSI Nation Flag on the
University of Oregon Campus in Celebration
of Indigenous People’s Day
2018
Knights of Columbus
Christmas Food Basket
Sign up
The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring their annual
Christmas Food Basket Program again this year. Any family in
need may sign up for a box of food at the Human Services
building at 1431 Airport Lane, North Bend. (across from North
Bend Senior Center) in the Raptor room # 251.
Sign up dates
November 5th, 6th and 7th from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Human Services Building 1431 Airport Lane room #251
Please bring current proof of address
Photo credit: Leilani Sabzalian
Information and photograph contributed by Heidi Helms
“It means a lot to be able to express ourselves and have a space
for our voices to be heard and recognized on the UO campus. I
think it’s important to also recognize the work we need to do as
indigenous students and educators.” Heidi Helms
You will need to be able to pick up the food boxes on December
15th at the Airport Hanger on West Airport Way, North Bend
This notice expires November 7th, 2018
Information provided by the CTCLUSI Family Services Department
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Tuesday, November 13- World Kindness Day
Contributed by the Family Services Department - CTCLUSI Staff came together and shared what kindness means to them:
“Kindness is- complimenting each
other, being respectful and responsible,
and to care and love.”
-Kimmy and Kaylin Bixby, Kindess
according to Kaylin (age 6 ½)
“Kindness equates to me
as the giving of oneself with no
expectation of anything in return.
Whether it be a hug or putting
a smile on someone’s face, or
cleaning their house or just a smile
and a good morning. Try putting
a smile in your voice when on the
phone, people sometimes are not
having a good day and a smile in
your voice may make a difference
in their day.”
-Grace Brainard
“Kindness
is- Lifting
others up by
supporting
them in their
endeavors and
dreams: grow
together so you
can support one
another.”
-Mark Petrie
“Kindness is - doing something special for someone
not to receive credit back, money or be a show of fame but
it is to show that you have the heart to care for someone
who could really use the real love or real support.”
-Andrew Brainard
“A Little thought and a little kindness are often worth more
than a great deal of money.”
- John Ruskin
“Kindness is- the ability and desire to
see, hear, and care with understanding and
without judgement to those around us.”
-Jeannie McNeil
“Kindness is
putting something
good back into the
world.”
-Morgan Gaines
“Being respectful, polite and
helpful. Having compassion.”
-Christa Hernandez
“Kindness to me is truly caring
for all persons and animals. Kindness
is genuine love and respect for one’s
self, and others.
Kindness is compassion and empathy.
Kindness means to help when you
can. Kindness means Doing for
Others.”
-Karen Porter
“I have
decided to stick
with love. Hate is too
great a burden to
bear.”
-Martin Luther King Jr.
“Kindness
to me is generous
listening.”
-Nancy Spray
“Be kind whenever possible. It
is always possible”
- Dalai Lama
“Kindness is pure. It is the
act of giving something pure of
yourself for no reason. Not only
is being kind free, it rewards you
with an amazing feeling inside.”
-Holley Abrica
PRC Application
Reminder
“Kindness
is the ability
to help others
live easier
and showing
compassion. It is
the act of assisting
someone without
an expectation.”
-Melinda Radford
“To me kindness is- living as
if society is family. To me there is no
greater reward, than the reward of being
kind.”
-Meagan Davenport
Need help?
TALK
877.968.8491
TEXT
“teen2teen” to 839863
CHAT
4-10pm daily
OregonYouthLine.org
#WeNeedYouHere
You should have recieved a letter
about your Purchase and Referred
Care Applications.
Apllications are available online at
www.ctclusi.org
Important Dates:
November 11, 2018: applications
are due back to PRC.
January 1, 2019: new calendar year
begins. Tribal members without a
2019 application on file will become
ineligible for PRC services but will
still remain eligible for direct services
at an IHS clinic or hospital. You will
not be able to receive a PO and
requests for payment for services
from your providers will be denied.
If you need a hard copy please
contact PRC at 541-888-4873
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The Lifeline is a national suicide prevention hotline that you can call any time, day or night. A real
person will help you through a crisis, give you information, and tell you about resources in your area. Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK) is
free and everything you talk to a crisis worker about is just between the two of you.
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Photography Sessions for Tribal Artisans –
Get Your Hand Made Items Photographed
CTCLUSI’s Business Incubator Lab is offering FREE
photography sessions for Tribal Artisans. If you’re selling at
craft fairs, posting at online sites or trading at gatherings,
bring your handmade items so you can have professionally
produced images taken.
Want to Use Your Own Cell Phone to Take Your
Pictures?
Learn how to arrange your artwork, use lighting, backdrops
and props to make the most compelling images of your
artwork.
Photography Sessions are by Appointment Only
The artisans Photography Sessions are on as ‘As Need
Basis’. Contact the Business Incubator Manager to set up
the photography session.
Photography sessions will be conducted at CTCLUSI’s
Business Incubator Lab in Coos Bay as well as at
both the Eugene and Florence the Outreach Offices.
LIHEAP Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Make an appointment for LIHEAP with:
Coos Bay Office:
Meagan Davenport
(541) 888-1311
In order to qualify, families must
have an annual household income
(before taxes) that is below the
following amounts:
Eugene Office:
Shayne Platz
(541) 744-1334
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:
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.
Household
Size
Yearly Gross
Income
1
$24,549
2
$32,103
3
$39,656
4
$47,210
5
$54,764
6
$62,317
Documents needed to apply:
Proof of income, SSI/SSDI
Statements, Child Support Statement,
I.D.s, Tribal Enrollment Cards, Social
Security Cards and Current Utility Bill
Sponsored by CTCLUSI Health & Human Services Division
For more information, contact: MJ Koreiva, Business Incubator Manager.
Phone: (541) 888-9577, ext. 7549. Email: mkoreiva@ctclusi.org
Family Services - LIHEAP Program
Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Disorders
Contributed by Leslie Lintner MA, Behavioral Health Specialists
November is Alzheimer and Dementia
Awareness Month and was designated by
the Reagan Administration in 1983. At that
time there were approximately 2 million
people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease
(AD). Today that number has grown to
more than 5.4 million.
As our population ages, more people
are being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or
Dementia. Dementia is a group of brain
disorders that effect communication,
speech, focus, concentration, reasoning,
memory, judgement and visual perceptions.
Dementia can affect behavior and selfmanagement interfering with activities
of daily living at more advanced stages.
Dementia is so common that more than
half of all Americans has some form of
dementia by the time they reach age 85
(National Institute on Health). Although
Dementia is common in the US, Dementia
is not a normal part of the aging process.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common
Dementia Disorder; however, people often
have more than one type of Dementia.
Vascular issues like stroke or atherosclerotic
disease can limit the amount of blood to the
brain causing vascular Dementia. Other
common Dementia Disorders include
Parkinson’s disease, Wernicke- Korsakoff
Syndrome Huntington’s Disease, Normal
Pressure Hydrocephalus, Cruetzfeldt-
Jakob
Disease,
Mixed
Dementia,
Frontotemporal Dementia, and Dementia
with Lewy Body.
American’s with aging family and loved
ones will likely encounter some sort of
Dementia related symptoms often making
it difficult to keep those affected in their
homes. Many times, these type of disorders
and diseases, ultimately lead to memory
care or skilled care nursing homes. All
caregivers, working with Dementia related
issues need to dedicate time to acquiring
new knowledge about behaviors associated
with Dementia and self-care.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association,
symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include:
• Memory loss that interferes with daily
life
• Issues with problem solving
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks or
routines at home or work
• Confusion about time or place
• Trouble with understanding visual
images
• Navigating spatial relationship (depth of
field etc.)
• New problems speaking or writing
• Misplacing things and ability to retrace
steps
• Increasingly poor judgement
• Withdrawal from work or social activities
• Changes in mood and personality
Signs of other types of Dementia include:
Memory issues (progressive over
course of disorder)
• Communication difficulties and trouble
finding words.
• Unable to focus
• Problems with reasoning
• Changes in mood
• Apathy or ability to relate to other’s
problems or issues
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks
• Confusion
• Repeating stories, word or behaviors
• Sense of direction issues (may get lost
easily)
• Unable to adapt to change
If you notice any of these with your loved
ones, schedule an appointment with their
doctor because early detection effects
outcomes and progression of the disease.
If you would like more information about
these disorders visit National Institute on
Aging (www.nia.nih.gov) or the Alzheimer’s
Association (www.alz.org). If you are
feeling overwhelmed caring for someone
with Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia,
consider speaking with someone from
Family Services. Family Services can
provide information and referrals to local
resources. You can reach Family Services
at 541-888-6169 or the Behavioral Health
Specialist at 541-888-7509.
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November 2018
Alcohol
Drug Facts
With so many voices and opinions out there, it is important to
understand the facts.
Information provided is not to prevent anyone from seeking medical
treatment under the advice and care of his or her doctor. A variety
of substances offer potential medicinal value,
but that does not negate their risks, especially
when abused.
Alcohol is a depressant that affects nearly
every part of your body. The damage it does
now can affect the rest of your life.
AKA
Drink, booze, brew, liquor, sauce
What is it?
Alcohol is a depressant derived from the
fermentation of natural sugars in fruits,
vegetables and grains, which are brewed
and distilled into a wide range of beverages
with various alcohol contents.
The Risks
In small doses, some of the short-term effects
of alcohol are reduced tension and relaxation,
but these are also accompanied by reduced inhibition (your ability
to stop yourself from doing something you know you should not),
coordination and reaction time – all of which put you at risk.
When you drink a lot and drink fast (binge drinking), the risks
go up significantly. In addition to the serious danger of alcohol
poisoning, the depressant effects of alcohol can overwhelm your
body’s defenses. Unable to move and think clearly, you can do
risky and reckless things that are unsafe, or even lethal.
Each year, approximately 5,000 people under the age of 21 die
because of underage drinking. This includes about 1,900 deaths
from car accidents, 1,600 homicides, 300 suicides, and hundreds
of other deaths due to accidents like falls, burns and drownings.2
Long-Term Effects
Alcohol travels through your bloodstream
and can damage your brain, stomach, liver,
kidneys and muscles. As a teenager, your
body is still developing, so damage done to
it now can affect the rest of your life. Over
time, drinking can wreak havoc with your
body and mind.
The Bottom Line
Yes, it is legal for people 21 and older. One
reason is that alcohol can have seriously
dangerous, long-term impacts on a body
and brain that are still developing. In
addition, statistics show that more teens
are killed by alcohol than by all illegal drugs
combined.
Acknowledgement: This fact sheet was originally developed by
AbovetheInflunce, a website that helps teens be more aware of the
influences around them.
If you want more information, please contact:
Prevention & Treatment Coordinator: Doug Barrett at 541.297.2130
Healing of the Canoe Facilitator: Sonja McCarty at 541.808.8175
War on Opioids
Contributed by Leslie Lintner MA, Behavioral Health Specialist
Everybody has heard about the Opioid
Crisis. More than 115 people per day die
from Opioid overdoses. The life expectancy
of adults in Oregon has decreased two years
due to drug overdoses of opioids. Opioids
include prescribed medications, heroin and
synthetic opioids like fentanyl. The cost of
the opioid crisis is approximately 78 billion
dollars a year. More than 33,000 Americans
die each year from opioid related drugs.
Most people use opioid drugs like
hydrocodone,
codeine,
oxycodone,
fentanyl and morphine. There are variation
of these drugs that have other ingredients
like Tylenol. In most cases, these types
of prescribed pain relievers are for acute
pain. Acute pain is temporary pain that
accompanies
medical
procedures,
accidents, and new medical issues. When
prescribed for acute pain, the new CDC
guidelines recommends only providing
a three-day supply with no refills. When
prescribed for chronic pain, clinicians
should weigh gain vs. risk of abuse and
addiction.
In our community, many of the physicians
that prescribed opioid pain relievers
regularly for chronic pain have been
looking at alternative pain management like
Cymbalta, lidocaine patches, ice and heat
treatment, physical therapy, Nonsteroidal
Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), and
Tylenol. Even alternative medicine has
treatments for pain including chiropractors,
biofeedback, message, and acupuncture
just to name a few. In most cases,
practitioners prefer to have patients use
NSAIDs, Tylenol ice and heat therapy and
physical therapy as the first line defense
for chronic pain.
As chronic pain continues, many of
the non-opioid analgesics begin to lose
their effectiveness or tolerance develops,
NSAIDS and Tylenol (acetaminophen) are
replaced with other types of pain relievers
because they have a maximum upper
limit that cannot be increased without
causing major medical issues including
liver failure, gastrointestinal issues, and
bleeding disorders. In many cases, people
with chronic pain will move to opioids when
tolerance develops or the non-narcotic pain
relievers begin to cause serious health
problems.
Even when a physician prescribes opioids
and the patient adheres to the doctors
recommendations, patients can and do
become dependent and addicted to opioid
pain relievers. As with other pain relievers,
patients begin to develop tolerance to
opioids. In many cases, physicians must
keep prescribing larger doses of stronger
opioids to manage pain.
When this occurs, many patients will
take more than prescribed and find
themselves seeking medication attempting
to control not only their pain but also the
addiction. The inherent danger of patients
self-medicating is possible overdose of
acetaminophen or Tylenol regularly added
to opioid medications that cause liver
failure and the risk of overdose that causes
respiratory failure.
In today’s war on opioids, physicians
are finding it hard to prescribe opioid pain
relievers. In many ways, the ongoing
belief that opioids are bad and physicians
are part of the problem have affected
those decisions. Ethically however, are
physicians the problem? Should people
with chronic conditions like cancer, chronic
back pain, severe arthritic conditions,
shingles, migraine headaches, or Diabetic
(neuropathy) nerve pain be given narcotic
pain relievers? When is it ok to prescribe
opioids and when is it not?
Bottom line remains the same, addiction
to opioids increases risk of overdose
death. Dependence and addiction can lead
to the use of other illegal drugs like heroin.
As with any treatment, both patients and
physicians need to understand the risks
and advantages of any pharmaceutical
treatment. When possible, the Center for
Disease Control (CDC) recommends that
people with chronic pain receive their
treatment from physicians that specialize
in pain management.
If you believe you may have a problem
with opioid dependency or addiction,
please contact your physician or Family
Services. Family Services can screen and
help find resources and treatment that can
assist you or your family member. Family
Services phone number is 541-888-6169
or 800-618-6827. We respect privacy and
confidentiality of all our clients.
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19
10 Tips for Fall Fitness
Contributed by Mike Smith, Tribal Benefits Specialist - Contact me at 541.902.3819 or at msmith@ctclusihr.org
How many New Year’s Eves have you spent celebrating and changes,» says Price. That›s why people who give up on their fitness
vowing to get more fit in the coming year? And how many times have programs tend to do so within the first 30 days. So, when the alarm
you failed to follow through? “December 31 is too late to set goals and goes off in the morning and it’s darker and colder, don’t roll over and hit
make promises,» says Justin Price, owner of The Biomechanics, a the snooze button. “Try to stick with a program for a month,” Price says.
personal training and wellness coaching facility in San Diego, CA. Fall, “After a month, behavior patterns will have adapted and it will be much
on the other hand, is a great time to start a fitness program because easier to stick with it after that.”
«you’re going to create good habits for the holiday season and the 7. Strive for the 3 Cs. Freytag calls commitment, convenience, and
consistency «the three Cs», and says having all three will lead to a
upcoming winter months,” says Price.
Chris Freytag, a fitness instructor and fitness expert with Prevention successful fitness program. First, exercise takes commitment. When a
magazine, agrees. “With the change of seasons comes a renewed time client complains to Freytag about a lack of time, she responds: “Tell me
to rethink and restart,” she says. “’What’s so special about January?” something I haven’t heard before. We’re all busy; that’s just part of our
Besides, says Freytag, a mother of three, moms with school-aged kids lives. “You have to start planning exercise, just like you do everything
else,” like meetings, dinners, and getting kids to lessons and practice,
“think of September as the new year.”
Here are 10 ways to start making the most of the season. And who she says. “Put in on the calendar, because later always turns into never.”
knows? This year, you might be in great shape before that New Year’s Convenience means choosing a gym that›s close by, or an activity you
can do at home, or a time when you›re not likely to be interrupted.
Eve party rolls around.
1. Take advantage of the weather. Fall can be a treat for the senses: Finally, there’s consistency. “I’d rather see a brand-new client work out
the crisp air, apple picking, pumpkin carving, a gorgeous canopy of for 10 minutes a day rather than one hour every month,” Freytag says.
fall foliage, and the crunch of leaves underfoot. These months are 8. Deal with darkness. The best way to enjoy fall is to exercise outdoors.
a great time to exercise outdoors and enjoy cooler temperatures. But it is getting darker earlier, and staying dark later in the morning, so
“Walking, hiking and cycling are all awesome in the fall,” says Todd be smart and safe. “Just because it’s 6 p.m. (or a.m.) and dark doesn’t
Durkin, MS, fitness coach and owner of Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, mean you can’t work out,” says Durkin. If walking or running outdoors,
CA. Discover park trails and take in some new scenery, whether you’re he says, “Wear a reflective vest and carry a flashlight.” When cycling,
walking, biking, or in-line skating, he suggests. In places where snow affix a light to your helmet or bike. If possible, use trails or a local school
falls early, try cross country skiing or snowshoeing. Or, if you live near track to avoid vehicle traffic. Try to work out at the same time every day,
the beach, get out and play volleyball, throw the Frisbee around, or play so drivers get used to seeing you.
a vigorous game of fetch with your dog. “It’s a great time to do beach 9. Dress in layers. When exercising outside, layer your clothing. Before
activities because it’s so much less crowded,” says Price. If you’re near your body warms up, you may feel chilled, but once the blood gets
a lake, try kayaking or canoeing, for an excellent whole-body workout pumping, you›ll feel overdressed. These days, there’s no lack of great
and a great change of pace. And remember, it doesn’t have to seem weather gear. Freytag and Price recommend clothing with wicking,
like exercise to be a great workout. “Raking leaves or doing some fall often called “DriFit.”’ This fabric wicks moisture away from your skin so
outdoor yard work is a great way to get the heart pumping, and it›s great you›re not exercising with wet fabric hanging on you. Freytag suggests
three layers: “The inner layer should be a moisture-wicking fabric, so
calorie-burning,» says Freytag.
2. Think outside the box. Always wanted to learn to tap dance? Attempt it wicks away sweat and you’re not chilled. The second layer should
to box? Master the jump rope? Ask any schoolchild: Fall is a great time to be a warmth layer, and the third layer should be a protective layer (like
learn something new. Many classes at gyms and elsewhere get started a windbreaker or rain slicker, depending on the weather).” “And don’t
in the fall, so look around and see if something intrigues you. And with forget the sunglasses,” she warns. UV protection is important year
the kids in school, parents have more time to check out those classes, round. Fall sun can be blinding at certain times of the day.
Freytag says. Fall is the perfect time to gain new physical skills, Price 10. Find your motivation. «People are motivated by different things,”
says, because you burn fewer calories when you begin a new activity says Durkin. It’s important to first discover what your individual goals
(thanks to the learning curve). If you learn something new now, by next are, whether it’s losing weight, strengthening and toning, or preparing
summer, you’ll have mastered the skill -- and you’ll burn more calories for a race or event, says Durkin. But goals aren’t enough to get you
there; you have to be motivated by the day-to-day workouts, he says.
doing it, just in time for swimsuit season.
3. Be an active TV watcher. Many people get geared up for fall premieres So choose something you’ll enjoy doing and will be likely to keep up,
of their favorite television shows, says Freytag. «If you›re going to sit whether it’s walking or hiking with a friend, working with a trainer, or
down and watch hours of TV, get moving,» she suggests. «Make a date taking part in a “boot camp” class. Creating a challenge for yourself will
with exercise and TV.» While you watch, you can walk or run in place, motivate you, as will encouragement and accountability, he adds. “You
do standing lunges, do triceps dips off the couch, or lift weights. During want to know when you’re doing a good job, and when you’re not,” says
commercials, do push-ups or sit-ups. In a one-hour show, you probably Durkin. Remember too, that anything worth having takes work. “Tell me
something you can do three times a week for 10 minutes and be great
have close to 20 minutes worth of commercial interruption.
4. Integrate exercise into your life. You already know the obvious at? It doesn’t exist,” he says. “If it was easy to be great, everybody
suggestions: park farther away from your destination; take stairs instead would be great.”
Content taken from “10 Tips for Fall Fitness” by Barbara Russi
of elevators; take a walk during your lunch break. Here are a few that
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are less obvious:
• If you’re spending the afternoon taking kids
to soccer practice, instead of reading a book
or visiting with another parent, “why not walk
around the outside of the field while they
practice?”, suggests Price. “Or (if you feel
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Tribal Veterans of Honorable Services
We are Currently Seeking Veteran Information
If you are an Enrolled member of CTCLUSI and have served or are serving in any branch of the Armed
Services, we are seeking information to honor your service. In the past, the Tribal Chief has selected Tribal
members to be recognized at our Annual Salmon Ceremony. In addition, the Tribe has dedicated a wall at the
Historic Tribal Hall, to display both current and past Veterans (Photos on the Veterans Wall shown above). We
would like to add honored members.
Eligibility requires Proof of Honorable Service – Member must provide copy of DD-214 or Military ID Card or
VA Medical ID Card to verify proof of honorable service. Turn in this completed application form, supporting
documents and a 5x7 Military photo (to be copied and returned if needed) to: Enrollment Department, 1245
Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay, OR 97420. (Self-addressed
envelope provided)
Print form online at www.ctclusi.org
and return to Enrollment Dept., 1245 Fulton Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420
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