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SILETZ NEWS
Delores Pigsley,
Tribal Chairman
Tina Retasket,
Assistant General Manager
and Editor-in-Chief
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Vol. 48, No. 11
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Siletz News
Confederated Tribes of
Siletz Indians
P.O. Box 549
Siletz, OR 97380-0549
November 2020
Land donations to Tribe in Newport, Lincoln City to be used for affordable housing
In October, the Confederated Tribes
of Siletz Indians finalized the recordings
of two land donations to the Tribe for use
by the Siletz Tribal Housing Department.
One gift involves a parcel of land
in Newport with a home situated on it,
donated to the Tribe by the John Sherman
Living Trust. This property will be used
to provide much-needed and affordable
housing for the Tribe.
The other property comes to the Tribe
through a donation by Lincoln County
of two vacant lots in Lincoln City that
the county acquired in tax foreclosure
proceedings. These are located not far
from Chinook Winds Casino Resort. They
will be used to build affordable homes for
Tribal members and/or casino workers.
Donations such as these can be
accepted directly from an individual or
from any other entity, i.e., a partnership,
trust, LLC or corporation. Once a person
or entity decides to donate and contacts
the Tribe, they will need to remove any personal property they do not wish to donate.
The Tribe will prepare any needed
paperwork and will cover all associated
costs, e.g., title reports, inspections, recording fees and escrow charges. The donor or
their representative needs to be available
to sign legal documents related to the
transaction. These may vary depending on
the property and its manner of ownership
(trust, municipal entity, etc.). Gifted title will
generally be accepted by the Tribe in “as-iswhere-is” condition under a quitclaim deed.
The Tribe will give consideration to
any issues that may arise when anyone
contemplates buying a home or property,
including environmental hazards; title or
boundary disputes with neighbors, HOAs
or municipal regulators; pending litigation
or liens; or back tax debt. If a property
turns out to be undesirable for one or a
combination of these reasons, the Tribe
will have the option of proceeding or
backing out at any time prior to the close
of escrow or recording of the deed.
If you are interested in discussing a
property donation with the Tribe, contact
Michael Gallagher, environmental planner/
realty specialist, at michaelg@ctsi.nsn.us.
Nesika Illahee, Native-focused housing development in NE Portland, receives
national award for excellence in affordable housing from Urban Land Institute
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) Terwilliger Center for Housing has named
Nesika Illahee, a 59-unit affordable housing development in Northeast Portland
owned and developed by Community
Development Partners (CDP) and the
Native American Youth and Family Center
(NAYA), as the winner of its Jack Kemp
Excellence in Affordable and Workforce
Housing Awards 2020 Chairman’s Award.
Nesika Illahee – which means “our
place” in the Chinook language – is the
combined effort of CDP, NAYA, the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians and the
Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest (NARA NW).
The development team combined
Indian Housing Block Grant funds and
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits that
enable the project to focus on the acute
needs of the Native community by including
units reserved for American Indians along
with culturally specific services and medical, dental and behavioral health care for
all residents. Nesika Illahee opened in early
2020 and all 59 units are currently leased.
ULI, a respected global voice in
urban planning and affordable housing, established the prestigious, national
award to honor exemplary developments
that represent outstanding achievements
in several areas, including affordability,
innovative financing and building technologies, proximity to employment centers and
transportation hubs, quality of design and
involvement of public/private partnerships.
The Chairman’s Award bestowed on
Nesika Illahee recognizes especially creative projects designed to address a unique
affordable housing challenge.
“Urban Land Institute has long been
recognized as one of the world’s most
respected and widely quoted sources of
objective information on urban planning,
growth and development, so this award is
an amazing honor,” said Eric Paine, CDP
CEO. “We undertook this innovative project with our partners to address barriers to
affordable housing for Native Americans,
especially homeless and low-income
families. This is the first time a Tribe has
allocated its Indian Housing Block Grant
funds through a subrecipient agreement
in partnership with a Native organization
and established Tribal preference on what
would have been a traditional low-income
housing tax credit project. Nesika Illahee
is a project of which all the involved partners and the greater community can be
extremely proud.”
“The estimated 54,000 Native Americans who live in the Portland region are
disproportionally more likely to face disparities in income and access to affordable
housing,” said Paul Lumley, NAYA executive director. “Nesika Illahee is a reflection
of Native American Youth and Family
Center’s and Community Development
Partners’ shared commitment to increase
affordable housing opportunities for the
See Housing, continued on page 19
COVID Laptop Applications
The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (CTSI) has CARES Act funding
to assist Tribal member households with expenses directly related to COVID-19.
CTSI wants to help Tribal member households affected by COVID-19 connect
with telehealth, schooling or work by providing one laptop per household.
Completed applications must be received at the Tribal administration office
by Dec. 1, 2020. This program will run on a first-come, first-served basis. We
will make every effort to serve all Tribal households while our budget and stock
are available.
Applications were mailed to each household on Sept. 30, 2020, and are available on our Tribal website – ctsi.nsn.us. Please call Shantel Hostler at 541-4448200 or April Middaugh at 541-444-8201 if you have questions.
Courtesy photo from Community Development Partners
The entrance to Nesika Illahee
Chairman’s Report
COVID-19
The battle continues across the
nation and in Oregon where the disease
is increasing in record. Our Tribe has
been lucky; we’ve practiced the governor’s
protocols for keeping the disease at bay.
The Tribe is committed to staying
strong during this time and until Dec. 31,
2020, or whatever time it takes to improve
the numbers or have a vaccine available.
Thank you to everyone who wears masks,
practices social distancing and has not had
large gatherings.
Chinook Winds Casino Resort continues to operate in a very safe manner that
protects employees and guests.
Wildfires
The fires had an extraordinary effect
on our state, county, cities and our Tribe.
State Rep. David Gomberg reported that
in Oregon, nine lives were lost, more than
2,159 people are in shelters, 6,395 people
have registered for assistance, $14.5
million has been approved, more than
1 million acres have burned and 3,124
residences have burned down.
Forty-one Tribal members were evacuated because of the fires, 13 homes were
lost, no lives were lost (thank goodness)
and many are still in shelters. Chinook
Winds employees whose homes were
destroyed are currently sheltering at the
casino hotel.
Federal Emergency Management
(FEMA) is committed to working with
all those affected and has held sessions to
determine the type of assistance needed.
ATNI
The Affiliated Tribes of Northwest
Indians held a virtual fall meeting this
past month. Tribal leaders and government
officials made presentations on the pandemic, wildfires, climate change, health,
taxation and other important subjects.
ATNI issues will be part of the agenda
presented at the National Congress of
American Indians (NCAI) convention in
Portland, Ore., this month. NCAI will also
be a virtual convention.
Services
Elections
Program services continue to be provided by our employees whether working
from home or working staggered office
hours. Services are provided by appointment.
Hopefully you have all received your
ballots for the General Election and exercised your right to vote in this important
election. November is also the beginning
of our Tribal elections as declarations of
candidates begin with our General Council meeting this month.
Budgets
The Budget Committee began the
process of working on the 2021 budgets
this past month. The Tribal Council will
have a budget workshop to finalize priorities in the coming weeks.
Tenas Illahee Childcare Center
Board of Directors Vacancies
Tribal Restoration
Our Tribal Restoration Celebration
and Pow-Wow have been canceled because
Delores Pigsley
of the virus but we should all reflect on
Restoration – what it means to the Tribe
and the people who worked so hard to
make it happen, and be thankful for them
and for what we have today.
Stay healthy and safe!
Elders Council Meetings
Résumés are being accepted for the Tenas Illahee Childcare Center Board of
Directors. Currently, there are two vacant board positions.
The Elders Council will hold a virtual Zoom meeting on Saturday, Nov. 14,
2020, at 1 p.m. If you are interested in participating in the virtual meeting from
your phone, computer or smart phone, please contact Brian Crump in the Elders
Program at 541-444-8233 by Nov. 11, 2020.
If interested, please submit your résumé to Siletz Tribal Council, c/o Executive Secretary, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549.
The Elders Council will hold a virtual Zoom meeting on Saturday, Dec. 12,
2020, at 1 p.m. If you are interested in participating in the virtual meeting from
your phone, computer or smart phone, please contact Brian Crump in the Elders
Program at 541-444-8233 by Dec. 9, 2020.
Vacancies are open until filled.
Siletz News is free to enrolled Siletz Tribal members. For all others, a $12
annual subscription fee applies. Please make checks payable to CTSI and mail
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Sapsik'ʷała Teacher
Education Program:
Recruitment and
Informational Sessions
Sapsik'ʷała is recruiting applicants for the 2021-22 cohort!
We are offering Zoom informational sessions for
interested parties. Please join us for any of our three
opportunites to learn more about our program!
Tuesday, October 20th 5:30-6:30
https://uoregon.zoom.us/j/93377936198
Tuesday, November 17th 5:30-6:30
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Siletz Community Health Clinic
Flu Shot Access – New This Year
In response to COVID-19, the
clinic is unable to offer flu clinics in
the area offices. We hope to return to
providing flu clinics next year but for
now want to do our part to keep you safe.
provider during regular business
hours
o Schedule an appointment with
an RN
o Drive through flu clinics at SCHC
* Nov. 10, 4-6 p.m.
* Nov. 17, 4-6 p.m.
There are TWO ways to get your
flu shot:
o
o
o
At the Siletz Community Health
Clinic or YOUR primary care
Your Pequot card at YOUR local
pharmacy
USDA distribution dates for November
Nov. 2
Nov. 3
Nov. 4
Nov. 5
Nov. 6
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
800-520-5292
Oregonlawhelp.org
Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow
Attention Siletz Tribal Artists
Monday
Nov. 16
1:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Nov. 17 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Nov. 18 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
By appt only
Thursday Nov. 19
The Pow-Wow Committee is once again having a logo contest for the upcoming
pow-wow in August 2021. All Siletz Tribal artists are encouraged to submit a powwow-themed logo.
The winning logo artist will receive a cash prize of $300 and a professional banner
with your logo. The winning artist will have their logo highlighted on Nesika Illahee
Pow-Wow flyers and merchandise.
Please submit your artwork to the cultural education director’s office at the Tribal
Community Center or mail it to Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, Attn: Pow-Wow
Logo Contest, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549.
All entries must be received no later than March 1, 2021
LIKE us on Facebook at Siletz Tribal FDPIR. We would like to see more
people sharing their recipes on our FB page.
Joyce Retherford, FDP Director
541-444-8393; joycer@ctsi.nsn.us
Fax: 541-444-8306 or 503-391-4296
Oregon public benefits hotline
Salem
Siletz
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Pequot is accepted at all
CVS network pharmacies
that currently accept your
Pequot card
You or your pharmacist can
contact Pequot at 888-7796638 if you have any questions
Using your Pequot card will
NOT reduce your annual
Pequot benefit
Legal Aid Services of Oregon
and the Oregon Law Center, civil
legal service providers for lowincome Oregonians, operate a public
benefits hotline where low-income
Oregonians can talk to lawyers and
paralegals to get advice on public
benefits, including unemployment
benefits:
Sammy Hall, Warehouseman/Clerk
541-444-8279; sammyh@ctsi.nsn.us
Royalty Crown Proposals
The Pow-Wow Committee is now accepting proposals for 2021-2022 royalty crowns.
Proposals are being accepted for Miss Siletz, Junior Miss Siletz and Little Miss Siletz.
Proposals for a crown are required to include art design, size of the crown and a
bid for the crown or crowns of your interest. Proposals can be submitted for individual
crowns, two crowns or you can submit a bid for all three crowns.
Crown proposals must be turned in to the committee no later than March 1, 2021.
Proposals can be sent to Siletz Pow-Wow Committee, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR
97380-0549.
If you have any questions, contact Buddy Lane at 800-922-1399, ext. 1230, or
541-444-8230.
General Council Meeting
Saturday, Nov.7, 2020 • 1 p.m.
Siletz, Oregon
COVID-19 Update
Tribal Council Candidates’ Declarations
Chairman’s Report
Announcements
Adjourn
This General Council Meeting will be a video presentation.
It will be available to review Nov. 7-12, 2020, on the Tribal
website in the Member Only Area.
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Bessette is new Crestview Club champion
Avid golfer and Siletz Tribal member
Gavin Bessette (35) of Tidewater, Ore., is
the proud winner of the Waldport Crestview Club Championship of 2020!
On Sept. 19, Bessette achieved a
dream of his ~ to win this championship
– since he started playing golf with his
dad at the age of 10!
The tournament consists of three
rounds of golf. Bessette scored a 32 (2
under par) in the first round. In the second
round, he scored a 31 (3 under par). On
the last and final round, he scored a 37
(3 over par). The total score for all three
rounds was 100 (2 under par).
What made his win even more special
is that Bessette dedicated this tournament
to Ron Reme’ ~ his friend and fellow
golfer who is dealing with cancer.
To the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians: We greatly appreciate all that you
did for us during the Echo Mountain Fire evacuation. We were so blessed to have
the Bybees open their home to all of us and then to have your assistance with food,
phone cards and gas was helpful beyond words. It was such a relief to not have to
worry about basic necessities during such a stressful time.
Jason Bennet is a blessing to us in our lives as we are sure that he is in your
Tribe, but for your Tribe to help us as complete strangers truly is above and beyond
and we want to express our sincere gratitude.
Thankfully, out homes were spared but we know many friends and neighbors
who were not so fortunate. We will be praying for them as this fire continues to burn.
Our evacuation camp included 19 people, 10 dogs, five cats, 20 chickens, two
horses and one parrot.
Courtesy photo
Gavin Bessette
Do you need assistance with working in Oregon’s legal marijuana industry?
The 477 Self-Sufficiency Program may be able to provide limited support
services to help you gain and maintain employment in Oregon’s legal marijuana
industry.
With funding provided by the Siletz Tribal Council, we are able to assist
American Indians (enrolled in a federally recognized Tribe or descendant) who
reside within the service area with licensing fees, background checks, testing fees,
outdoor work clothing/tools and transportation assistance.
For more information on how to access this service, please contact the
477 Self-Sufficiency Program located in each of the four area offices or email
477SSP@ctsi.nsn.us.
Invest in your children with kitchen learning: A step-by-step guide for your family
By Nancy Ludwig, MS, RDN, LD, Head
Start Consulting Nutritionist
In my role as consultant nutritionist to
Siletz Tribal Head Start, I offer nutrition
information for families. Today’s topic is
about investing in our children by creating
learning activities in the kitchen.
Online school, even partially online
(depending on the state of affairs when
this article is published), can remove
children from the feeling of connection.
There are risks and benefits in this format.
Parents are spread thin as they try to
navigate jobs and support children with
online learning. Direct kitchen learning
may provide the connection necessary to
balance the online learning experience.
I believe the time is now to encourage and empower children to learn in
the kitchen. Invest in children through
kitchen experiences. Nutrition is a logical
consequence of wholesome learning and
encouragement practices.
Nutrition is far more than nutrients.
When we are aligned with our purpose and
our deeper truth, we are more successful
at nourishing and supporting our bodies.
As we heal ourselves, we heal the planet.
This includes how we care for and
fuel ourselves. If we ignore our bodily
needs, we limit our power and the positive
influence we can bring personally, locally
and globally.
Traditional Native cultures have long
known that our actions impact the next
seven generations. We can live this truth
in the kitchen with our children. Our
role, as I see it, is to light the way, in ageappropriate ways, so children can step into
the kitchen with empowerment.
Children not only need kitchen skills,
they can help take their place in the family
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structure to participate and to help in greater
ways. When done in loving and intentional
ways, this can boost self-esteem, a sense of
self-worth and a sense of belonging.
At the same time, this investment
eventually nurtures the family system as
children develop the skills and confidence
to help with family meal preparation.
So what are age appropriate kitchen
activities for Head Start preschoolers?
enjoyed the food, how impressed you
are with something new that they tried
or how much more skilled they are
becoming in the kitchen
7. Repeat, adjust, repeat and have fun.
This is an investment in your children’s health, your family support
system and empowerment as children
grow, develop and move into the world
as our future leaders.
1. Watching you prepare foods (this
helps children become familiar and
sets the stage for readiness)
2. Listening to you as you describe
what you are doing and why (another
important developmental stage, especially with children who may have
food aversions)
3. Having a sensory experience, such
as feeling the foods and ingredients,
possibly tasting them (because there
is often less fear around tasting new
foods in the kitchen as at the dinner
table), smelling and describing, etc.
4. Offering a task, such as pouring a prepared ingredient into the bowl, stirring the bowl, using rounded scissors
to cut greens, washing or rinsing vegetables in a colander, using a masher
to mash potatoes or other vegetables,
setting the table and participating in
choices with the menu
5. Sharing, such as talking at the dinner table about what they did in the
kitchen with the food, describing
what they liked about what they did
and how they like the finished product,
and possibly what they would do differently the next time
6. Feedback, such as the reciprocal part
of sharing as a two-way experience
where children get to hear appreciation for what they did and how you
Sample activity: Casserole assembly
November 2020
Suggested ingredients
1. Leftover rice, cooked
2. Can of beans, such as kidney, pinto,
garbanzo, black or other
3. Fresh greens, such as kale
4. Oil or butter
5. Sauce or condiment for flavor
Assembly
1. Wash hands with soap and water, put
on an apron and get your hair out of
the way.
2. Find a casserole dish that is the right
size to feed your family.
3. Have the child spread oil or butter on
the casserole dish with a paper towel,
bare hands or the wax-coated wrap on
the butter (your choice).
4. Add rice to the casserole dish with
a spoon and pat in down gently in
the dish.
5. Ask the child to choose which can of
beans they want to try.
6. Open the can of beans with a can
opener (together, with age-appropriate participation – maybe watching
you or helping while touching your
hands while you use the can opener).
7. Strain the beans by letting your child
pour them into the strainer and run
water over them. Add the beans to the
top of the rice.
8. Wash greens in a strainer. Ask your
child to make the greens bite-size by
tearing the leaves with their hands or
cutting with age-appropriate scissors
that are clean. Remove tough stems
and rewash the greens. Add the greens
as the next layer of the casserole.
9. Decide what sauce you want to use,
possibly with the child practicing
choice from suggestions that you are
happy with, such as spaghetti sauce,
salsa, canned tomatoes, barbeque
sauce or your favorite, and pour it over
the top. Parental/adult supervision is
needed to determine the amount of
liquid needed for the casserole to have
ideal moisture in the end.
10. Decide if you want cheese, additional
herbs, or salt or pepper. Add to the top.
11. When ready to heat, place it in the
oven, covered, at approx. 350 F for
30-60 minutes. Remember to explain
and demonstrate that ovens are hot
and that caution is required. You will
likely need to model how to do this
for your child many times before they
are ready.
12. When the casserole is warm, let the
child watch you carefully remove it
from the hot oven. Once at the table,
remember to talk about the experience! For advanced students, use
a notebook and record your actual
recipe with amounts used and measured. Record family comments and
what you might change the next time.
Siletz Tribal Head Start offers nutritional support at no cost to Head Start
families. If you have nutrition concerns
about your Head Start child or want to
discuss family nutrition concerns, please
ask to speak to the nutritionist. Visits usually occur over the telephone.
CTSI Estuary and Wetland Curriculum Available Online
CTSI created two workbooks that are
available online through the CTSI website.
Both the Estuary and Wetlands curriculum
include introductions to our Tribal
history, culturally inclusive hands on
activities that can be used at home, in the
classroom or out in the field. We have
included western Oregon native plant
species that are important to keep on the
landscape for wildlife habitat and
enhancing water quality and erosion
control. We have included important
animal species that we revere and work to
enhance habitat to encourage their presence
around us.
We continue to teach our families everyday
values such as the importance of
maintaining our relationship to the land,
plants, and animals. Our Nee-dosh
ceremonial dances reflect our close
relationship to animals, places, and our
responsibilities to give thanks through our
prayers for world renewal as exampled
through the changes of seasons.
http://www.ctsi.nsn.us/Siletz-Tribal-Services-Umpqua-Clackamas-County-Tillamook/other-departments/curriculum
Practice Your Traditions!
Traditional Fishing dates have not started, but keep an eye out on the CTSI Natural
Resources web page as they will announce it as soon as the heavy rains start.
If you need assistance finding the fishing sites, contact me and we can make
arrangements for you to follow me in your vehicle to the sites.
CTSI Tribal fishing license and tag are required*
For information contact: Kathy Kentta 541.444.9627 Work Cell: 541.272.1705
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Community members and
Virtual Conference
professionals welcome
Free of charge
– CMEs available!
Presents
Our First Annual Harm Reduction Conference!
Come learn about
harm reduction, trauma
and healing
from experts in the field!
SAVE THE DATE!
December 14-16
Look for registration to open on our clinic Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/SiletzHealthClinic/
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Culturally specific and
community-based
speakers!
It is National Diabetes Awareness Month!
November is Diabetes Awareness Month! This is an annual campaign to raise awareness to the growing prevalence of
diabetes, the health risks associated with it, and support those living with it.
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that occurs when your blood glucose (blood sugar) is too high. Blood glucose is your
main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from
food get into your cells to be used for energy. If you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or
doesn’t use insulin well. Glucose then stays in your blood and doesn’t reach your cells. Over time, having too much glucose
in your blood can lead to health problems.
Risk Factors for Type 2:
- Have prediabetes
- Have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Are 45 years or older
- Have a parent, brother, or sister with type 2 diabetes
- Are physically active less than 3 times a week
- Are overweight
- have had gestational diabetes or given birth to a baby who weighed more than 9 pounds
Prevention Tips:
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It is recommended to get at least 30 minutes of movement in a day. If you have not been active, talk with your health
care professional about which activities are right for you! Start slowly to build up to your goal.
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Make it a habit to eat healthier! Eat smaller portions or try healthier versions of your favorite recipes. Choosing foods
with less fat is another way to reduce calories. Drink water instead of sweetened beverages.
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See your doctor for regular check-ups. As you get older, it’s a good idea to regularly check your blood glucose, blood
pressure and blood cholesterol levels.
Like CTSI's new Facebook page! The CTSI
Change Team promotes LGBTQ2S+
programming as well as resources within the
community. This is a safe space for all
LGBTQ2S Tribal and community members.
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Photo by Andy Taylor
Tribal members can pick up necessary paperwork and drop off applications
at the back entrance to the Siletz Tribal administration building. This display
includes education, JOM, enrollment and employment applications as well as
COVID-19 assistance applications. This will change as programs end and others
open, so please check the display as regularly as you need.
You can also drop off any applications or forms to Tribal programs through
the gold drop-box. This box is emptied daily and items are distributed to the
correct departments.
If you have any questions about the drop-box, applications or missing applications, please feel free to call the front desk receptionist at 541-444-2532.
For more information about the
Siletz Tribal Arts and Heritage Society,
visit siletzartsheritage.org.
CTSI Jobs
Tribal employment information is available at ctsi.nsn.us.
Note: “Open Until Filled” vacanCTSI constantly is looking for
cies may close at any time. The Tribe’s temporary employees to cover vacancy,
Indian Prefeence policy will apply. Tribal
government will not discriminate in vacations, maternity leave and extended
selection because of race, creed, age, sick leave. If you are looking for temsex, color, national origin, physical porary work that can last from 2-12
handicap, marital status, politics,
membership or non-membership in an weeks, please submit an application for
employee orgnization.
the temp pool.
How to access language materials online
Ch’ee-la xwii-t’i
(Greetings everyone)
To assist Tribal members during
this time of social distancing and the
interruption of our normal schedules,
this tutorial on how to access language
materials and recordings from the
Tribal website has been developed. I
hope you and your families are safe
and healthy during this time. Hopefully
many folks can access these materials
from the safety of their homes.
Go to www.ctsi.nsn.us. Enter in
your roll number and last four digits of
your Social security number to log on
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to the Tribal member access area. Click on
“Our Heritage.” On the drop down, click
on “Language.”
Lots of written and recorded materials
are available in this section. The Nuu-weeya’ (Our Words) Language Dictionary is
on this page. You can click on the selection
A to Z to look up written English language
words and their Athabaskan equivalent.
Also on this page are Siletz Dee-ni
Volumes 1, 2 & 3. Just click on “Study
Materials” and scroll down. Volume 1
contains lessons on body parts, counting,
relatives, foods and table talk.
In these lessons, the written word on
the screen is accompanied by audio of the
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word’s pronunciation. Volume 2 contains
animals, birds, colors, fish, greetings and
goodbyes, insects, and trees and brush.
Volume 3 contains lessons on sentence
structure and word order.
Each lesson has a complete practical
alphabet sound chart. All three volumes
have a word document and audio recording for each lesson. Tests are available if
you want to use them.
To access the Siletz Talking Dictionary, click on Siletz Language website.
Drop down three lines and click on www.
siletzlanguage.org, go to the Talking
Dictionary tab and click on it. The Siletz
Talking Dictionary Page will appear.
Just below the words “Search for”
is an empty white box. Type in the
word you are searching for and click
on the “search” button. The word and
the Athabaskan equivalent will appear
just below the search box. To hear the
word being spoken, simply click on the
red ear icon on the left side of the page.
You may have to wait a few seconds
for the page and sound to load, depending on your connectivity. Some of the
words also have pictures.
Also on the www.siletzlanguage.
org website are 14 Language learning
videos and many other culture-related
videos, materials and curriculum.
StrongHearts Native Helpline scales up to address ‘a crisis within a crisis’
EAGAN, Minn. – StrongHearts Native
Helpline – a free, anonymous and culturally appropriate helpline for American
Indians affected by domestic, dating and
sexual violence – has expanded its services
to address the needs of a population disproportionately affected by both the COVID19 pandemic and domestic violence.
The organization has added online
chat and sexual violence advocacy and is
currently recruiting advocates to provide
24-hour services to meet demand from
American Indians along with referrals to
resources such as legal advocacy, shelters
and Native-centered domestic violence
programs in each community as available.
“We’re alarmed by trends in domestic
violence across the country during the
pandemic. It’s a crisis within a crisis,”
said Lori Jump, director of StrongHearts
Native Helpline. “Tribal communities
are acutely impacted by this issue. Our
organization is working to reach out to our
relatives in Indian Country with advocates
who understand their experience in a personal and authentic way.”
New studies confirm layered suffering
As reported by the Radiological Society of North America earlier this month,
lockdowns during the pandemic have
contributed to increased rates of domestic
violence across the country and many
victims are trapped for longer hours with
their abusers.
Indian Country includes an estimated
6.79 million people from 573 federally
recognized Tribes and these individuals
experience domestic violence at much
higher rates.
The effects of the pandemic on American Indians are stark. Another recent
study cited by the Centers for Disease
Control (CDC) found that in the 23 states
studied, American Indians were diagnosed
with COVID-19 at a rate 3.5 times higher
than the non-Hispanic white population.
According to the National Institute
of Justice (NIJ), more than 1 in 2 Native
women (55.5%) and 1 in 3 Native men
(43.2%) have experienced physical violence by intimate partners in their lifetime.
Scaling services to answer a
surge in demand
“The impact of COVID-19, layered
on top of a lack of sufficient health care,
is compounding the marginalization and
victimization of Indigenous peoples,”
Jump said. “With an expanded staff and
24-hour services, we can be a lifeline to
a highly vulnerable population during an
exceedingly challenging time.”
StrongHearts Native Helpline offers
nationwide support to a historically underserved population disproportionately
affected by intimate partner violence.
While the helpline currently operates
daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (CST), there
remains a need for 24-7 assistance. The
new online chat advocacy gives those in
need of help the option to reach out in a
more discreet manner without needing to
speak on the phone.
Additionally, the helpline’s launch
of sexual violence advocacy addresses
specific trauma experienced by victimsurvivors of sexual violence. These new
initiatives, paired with plans to hire additional advocates, will support the growing
need for services.
Those interested in applying to be a
StrongHearts Native Helpline advocate
should visit strongheartshelpline.org/
careers for more information.
Any Indigenous person in North
America experiencing relationship violence or anyone who believes an American
Indian friend, family member or coworker
may be in an abusive relationship is
encouraged to contact the StrongHearts
Native Helpline by calling 844-7NATIVE
(844-762-8483) and visiting StrongHeartsHelpline.org to connect with an advocate.
About StrongHearts Native Helpline
StrongHearts Native Helpline was
created by and built to serve Tribal communities across the United States. It is
a culturally appropriate, anonymous,
confidential and free service dedicated
to serving Native survivors, concerned
family members and friends affected by
domestic, dating and sexual violence.
Dial 844-7NATIVE (844-762-8483)
or click on the chat now icon at strongheartshelpline.org daily from 7 a.m. to 10
p.m. CST. Connect with knowledgeable
advocates who can provide lifesaving tools
and immediate support to enable survivors
to find safety and live lives free of abuse.
StrongHearts Native Helpline is a
project of the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center and the National
Domestic Violence Hotline. Learn more
at strongheartshelpline.org.
NMAI to open National Native American Veterans Memorial on Veterans Day
WASHINGTON – The National
Museum of the American Indian will open
the new National Native American Veterans Memorial on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.
The moment will be marked with a
short virtual message to honor the service
and sacrifice of Native veterans and their
families. The message will be on both the
museum’s website and its YouTube channel.
“The National Native American Veterans Memorial will serve as a reminder
to the nation and the world of the service
and sacrifice of Native American, Alaska
Native and Native Hawaiian veterans,”
said Kevin Gover, director of the museum.
“Native Americans have always answered
the call to serve and this memorial is a
fitting tribute to their patriotism and deep
commitment to this country.”
The memorial, which sits on the
grounds of the museum, was commissioned by Congress to give “all Americans
the opportunity to learn of the proud and
courageous tradition of service of Native
Americans in the Armed Forces of the
United States.”
American Indians have served in every
major military conflict in the U.S. since the
Revolutionary War. This will be the first
national landmark in Washington, D.C., to
focus on the contributions of American
Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians who have served in the military.
The memorial design is by Harvey
Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of
Oklahoma), a multimedia artist, retired
forensic artist and Marine Corps Vietnam
veteran. The design features an elevated
stainless steel circle resting on a carved
stone drum. It also incorporates water for
sacred ceremonies, benches for gatherings
and four lances where veterans, family
members, Tribal leaders and others can
tie cloths for prayers and healing.
The museum planned to host a dedication ceremony and veterans’ procession to
mark the memorial’s completion but postponed those events due to current health and
safety guidelines. The museum will reschedule both events when it is safe to do so.
Major support for the memorial has
been provided by the Cheyenne and Arap-
aho Tribes, Chickasaw Nation, Margaret
A. Cargill Philanthropies, Poarch Band of
Creek Indians, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and Shakopee Mdewakanton
Sioux Community.
The memorial has also been widely
supported by Tribal governments and
Tribal veterans organizations. More than
85 Tribes, individuals, corporations and
other organizations have contributed to
the memorial.
Why We Serve book and exhibition
To coincide with the completion of
the National Native American Veterans
Memorial, the museum has published
Why We Serve: Native Americans in the
United States Armed Forces, a 240-page
book that commemorates the history of
American Indian military service.
American Indians serve in the military at one of the highest rates of any
ethnic group and the book explores the
many reasons why – from love of home to
the expression of warrior traditions.
The book is co-authored by Alexandra
Courtesy photos by Alan Karchmer for NMAI
The National Native American Veterans Memorial
Harris and Mark Hirsch, senior editor and
historian, respectively, at NMAI. Other
contributors include Sen. Ben Nighthorse
Campbell (Northern Cheyenne), Rep. Deb
Haaland (Pueblo of Laguna), Rep. Markwayne Mullin (Cherokee Nation), Gover
(Pawnee), Jefferson Keel (Chickasaw) and
Herman Viola.
The museum will host a virtual discussion with Harris about identity and
the warrior stereotype of Native people
serving in the military as well as actual –
and remarkable – traditions of peace and
war within American Indian communities.
The event takes place Nov. 12 at noon EST.
Details for registering for this Zoom event
are available at AmericanIndian.si.edu.
The exhibition Why We Serve tells
poignant, personal stories of American
Indian veterans from colonial times to
the present day. The exhibition will be
on online and on view in the museum’s
Potomac Atrium beginning Nov. 11.
Native Words, Native Warriors
Educational Module
This module, part of the museum’s
Native Knowledge 360° educational initiative, honors the legacy of Native Code
Talkers who created secret military communications based on their languages.
Their efforts significantly aided Allied
victories during World Wars I and II.
Veterans History Project
The Library of Congress’ American
Folklife Center collects, preserves and
makes accessible the personal accounts of
American war veterans so future generations
can hear their stories and better understand
the realities of war. In partnership with the
museum, the project preserves the stories of
Native men and women who have served in
the military through interviews, correspondence and photographs.
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Restoration Pow-Wows from the Past
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Coronavirus Information and Resources
Flu shots more important than ever – don’t wait to vaccinate! Get yours today
The Oregon Health Authority is urging everyone 6 months and older to get an
annual flu shot, especially as COVID-19
cases increase in Oregon and the pandemic persists.
“Flu vaccines are safe and effective,
and with ongoing COVID-19 outbreaks
it is more important than ever to get a
flu shot to keep the people around you
healthy,” said Paul Cieslak, M.D., public
health physician at the Oregon Health
Authority (OHA).
While it is unclear how the pandemic
will affect the flu season, OHA and the
Centers for Disease Control and Preven-
tion (CDC) are preparing for COVID-19
and seasonal flu to spread at the same
time. A “twindemic” of two potentially
fatal viruses circulating at the same time
could burden the state’s health care system
and result in many illnesses, hospitalizations and deaths, Cieslak said. Getting a
flu vaccine is something easy people can
do to protect themselves and their loved
ones and help reduce the spread of flu this
fall and winter.
The flu vaccine may take up to two
weeks to become effective, so getting it
earlier in the season – like now – is ideal.
That’s why OHA is promoting a “Don’t
Wait to Vaccinate” campaign with social
media and other messaging.
Flu vaccine is available from health
care providers, local health departments
and many pharmacies. The vaccine is free
or low cost with most health insurance
plans. To find a flu vaccine clinic, visit
flu.oregon.gov/ and use OHA’s flu vaccine
locator tool.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to
prevent the flu. Additional ways Oregonians
can help prevent the spread of flu include:
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See information about flu shots
available at the Siletz Community
Health Clinic on page 3.
Staying home from work or school
when you are sick and limit contact
with others.
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Covering your nose and mouth with
a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Washing hands frequently with soap
and water. Use an alcohol-based hand
rub if soap and water are not available.
Avoiding touching your eyes, nose
and mouth.
Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
and objects that may have flu germs
on them.
Avoiding getting coughed and
sneezed on.
Tribal COVID Relief Programs
Many of these programs are available
both within and outside of the Tribe’s service
area. Some are income based, but others are
not – even within each category. Each one
requires an application form and to show
need related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
K.C. Short – 541-444-8310
Val Hibdon – 541-444-8322
Water/Sewer
Jenifer Jackson – 541-484-4234
Cathy Ray – 541-484-4234
To request an application, please contact the following staff:
Danelle Smith – 541-444-9603
Kurtis Barker – 541-444-8247
Mortgage Relief
Jeanette Aradoz – 541-444-8316
Cecelia DeAnda – 541-444-8315
Rent Relief
Brett Lane – 541-444-8317
Isaac DeAnda – 541-444-8314
K.C. Short – 541-444-8310
Energy Assistance
Casey Godwin – 541-444-8311
Food Assistance
Application forms can be found on
the Tribe’s website at ctsi.nsn.us and are
available adjacent to the back door of the
Tribal administration building in Siletz.
Funds for these programs come from
the HUD-Indian Housing Block Grant,
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
and U.S. Treasury-CARES Act, and are
available until expended or until Dec. 31,
2020, for U.S. Treasury-CARES Act funding.
COVID-19 childcare assistance applications due Dec. 1
The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (CTSI) has CARES Act funding to
assist Tribal member households with expenses directly related to COVID-19. CTSI
wants to support Tribal member households that are affected by COVID-19 with their
childcare expenses.
These funds must be spent by Dec. 31, 2020. Siletz Tribal member households can
qualify for a one-time payment of up to $500 per child per month (as long as funds are
available). Funds will be paid directly to childcare providers. To qualify:
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Children must be an enrolled Siletz Tribal member or
The descendants/dependents of a Siletz Tribal member and an enrolled Siletz
Tribal member resides in the household
Tribal member households located outside of the 11-county service area regardless of income
Tribal member households located in the 11-county service area (Lincoln, Marion,
Benton, Linn, Lane, Polk, Tillamook, Yamhill, Clackamas, Washington, Multnomah) and are over income for the CTSI Childcare Assistance Program. Please
note: If you complete this application, reside in the 11-county service area and
meet the income qualifications for the CTSI Childcare Assistance Program, a
representative from the program will contact you.
Complete the application and return with an invoice and completed W-9 tax form
from the childcare provider
To apply for COVID-19 Childcare Assistance, complete an application and mail
it to DeAnn Brown, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR, 97380-0549; leave it in the drop-off
box at the Tribal administration building; email it to deannb@ctsi.nsn.us; or fax it to
541-444-2307.
You must include an invoice from your childcare center or childcare provider and your
provider must complete a W-9 tax form. An application will only be considered complete
when there is an invoice and a W-9 tax form completed by the childcare provider.
If you have questions, please contact DeAnn Brown at 541-444-2532.
Completed applications (with all documentation) must be received at the Tribal
administration office by Dec. 1, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. PST.
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Tribal COVID-19 relief programs deadlines
COVID-19 relief programs funded by the CARES Act have a deadline of Dec. 1 to
apply. Funds from the U.S. Treasury CARES Act are set to expire Dec. 31, 2020, and
we will need time to process these applications and final payments.
Programs funded from sources other than the CARES Act will still be available to
Tribal members. Please contact the department they run through to determine availability and eligibility.
Wildfire Info and Resources
By Eli Grove, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, as sent to the state of Oregon in late September
We currently have a Community
Health team that has been reaching out
to Tribal members in wildfire-affected
areas that primarily includes evacuation
areas near the Otis/Lincoln City area in
addition to the Salem area, where many
evacuation levels existed/exist.
In addition to this, the call team has
reached out to almost all of our elders
and has provided them supplies to deal
with the smoke inundation that has
significantly improved in our 11-county
service area. We have also kept our CTSI
resource line open so folks can call in and
request assistance, whether that be due to
wildfires and or COVID-19.
Below is some preliminary data that
reflects the impact our Tribal membership has experienced so far. We have been
able to provide hotel rooms to our Tribal
members. To date, we have provided that
resource to approximately 27 Tribal members, some of whom are in a family unit.
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Siletz – Approximately 30 Tribal
members, not including Neachesna
residents (apartment complex undamaged but initially evacuated)
Salem – Approximately 10 Tribal
members with 3 non-contacts
Eugene – 1 Tribal member
Siletz – 3 homes and 1 out building
Salem – 9 homes
Eugene – 1 home
Injuries/Fatalities
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0 to our knowledge
Siletz community shelter
CTSI opened up a shelter at our
rec center facility on Sept. 9, 2020, and
it remained in operation through Sept.
12, 2020. Cumulatively we served 47
individuals, although most families and
individuals opted to not stay in the shelter
and found family or were able to return
home on Saturday.
Tribal members who lost their homes
were connected to CTSI resources through
multiple programs as well as given Red
Cross contact information and resources.
Non-Tribal members were connected
directly to Red Cross resources.
During shelter operations we took the
necessary safety precautions to mitigate
the risk of COVID-19, which included
social distancing/spacing, mask requirement, frequent disinfection, air scrubbing
technology, etc.
Current information outlets for
Tribal members
As stated above, we have a resource
line to connect individuals/families to
resources such as FEMA disaster assistance programs as well as our own internal resources. In addition, we have these
resources posted on our website and have
been spreading the information through
our CTSI Facebook pages.
We will continue to make contact
with displaced Tribal members and provide them the support that we can from
an internal perspective and connect them
with long-term external resources.
As mentioned, these are preliminary
numbers as we have not been able to make
contact with all individuals to date.
Be safe. Stay home if you can.
Wear a mask and social distance out in public.
Exercise a little patience.
Remember – we’re all in this together.
FEMA external outreach sites open in
4 areas to help wildfire survivors
AFTER THE FIRE
Resources for Recovery
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR
WILDFIRE RECOVERY IN OREGON
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
has funding available to help farmers, ranchers and forest
landowners recover from wildfire impacts on private
agricultural lands affected by the recent wildfires in Marion,
Clackamas, Linn, Lane, Douglas, Jackson, Tillamook,
Washington, Yamhill, Lincoln and Josephine.
APPLICATIONS DUE:
OCTOBER 30 AND
DECEMBER 30
Contact Your
Local Field Office
to Learn More
https://go.usa.gov/xGAgz
Eligible land includes forest, crop, range, pasture and associated
agricultural land. Available conservation practices include:
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Conservation Cover
Cover Crop
Woody Residue Treatment
Mulching
Find Us Online
SALEM, Ore. – A FEMA external
outreach site opened Oct. 15 in Lincoln
City to assist Oregon residents in Lincoln
County affected by recent wildfires and
straight-line winds.
The site offers in-person visits for residents to get information about their application, ask questions about letters they receive
from FEMA and have their documents
scanned to be part of their application.
Representatives from FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program will be available at the site.
Hours for all FEMA external outreach
sites are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
External outreach sites are also open in
Medford, Eugene and Stayton:
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www.or.nrcs.usda.gov
Learn more about NRCS Oregon’s fire assistance sign-up in the west
at: https://go.usa.gov/xGGgT.
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Assistance may also be available through the Environmental Quality
Incentives Program (EQIP). This program provides financial and
technical assistance to agricultural and forestry producers to address
natural resource concerns and deliver environmental benefits, such
as improved water and air quality, conserved ground and surface
water, reduced soil erosion and sedimentation, and improved or created
wildlife habitat. Contact your local field office to learn more.
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USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
Natural Resources Conservation Service
FEMA External Outreach Site #4:
Lincoln Outlet Mall,1500 SE East
Devils Lake Road, Suite 200, Lincoln
City, Oregon 97367
FEMA External Outreach Site #1:
Central High School, 815 S Oakdale
Ave. Medford, Oregon 97501
FEMA External Outreach Site #2:
Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave.,
Eugene, Oregon 97402
FEMA External Outreach Site #3:
Stayton Community Center, 400 W
Virginia St. Stayton, Oregon 97385
To reduce the risk of COVID-19
spread through person-to-person con-
tact, wearing a mask or face covering is
required to gain entry. Visitors receive
“no touch” temperature screenings. Hand
sanitizer is available to survivors and staff.
Federal staff wear masks, face shields
and gloves. Workstations are spaced six
feet apart to provide an extra level of protection for survivors and staff.
FEMA ensures that common areas
are cleaned regularly during the day and
workstations are sanitized after each visitor.
Survivors can visit any of the external
outreach sites for in-person help; however, they do not need to visit an externa
outreach site to apply or update their
application. They can apply for assistance or update an application by calling
FEMA toll-free at 800-621-3362 (TTY:
800-462-7585) from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
PDT, seven days a week or visiting
DisasterAssistance.gov.
Disaster survivors affected by the
Oregon wildfires and straight-line winds
can also talk with a FEMA mitigation
specialist to get personalized advice to
repair and rebuild safer and stronger.
For information on how to rebuild
safer and stronger, or to inquire as to
your flood risk following a fire near you,
email FEMA-R10-MIT@fema.dhs.gov. A
FEMA hazard mitigation specialist will
respond to survivor inquiries.
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SERVICES AVAILABLE
Mental Health Services & Life Alert
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Mental Health Services
What services are available?
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Counseling Services – individual or
family
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Psychiatry Services
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Psychology Services
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Up to 8-visits annually (more if medically necessary)
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Prior to making an appointment with
a provider – confirm the provider will
accept PRC as payment.
Benefits are limited, first-come, firstserved.
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Who’s eligible?
Siletz Tribal members eligible for
Purchased/Referred Care (PRC),
formerly Contract Health Services
(CHS)
How do I get benefits?
• Call PRC at 800-628-5720 or 541444-9648 to speak with Rhonda
Attridge, PRC Tech I.
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health advocate (CHA) if you think
you or another Tribal elder could
benefit from Life Alert.
• Eligibility Criteria:
• Enrolled Tribal member eligible for PRC
• Work with CHA to determine
need/apply for local services
What you need to know:
After calling PRC for benefits, the
patient will receive a letter with program details. The letter also provides
information that the patient can give
to their provider for payment processing information.
You will not be required to use other
resources first. This will allow you to
go to a provider who does not accept
Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid or your
private insurance.
Life Alert
Please contact your local community
Siletz Tribal Behavioral Health Programs
Steps to get Life Alert:
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Contact your local CHA –
The CHA will determine if you meet
the criteria for Life Alert (examples:
live alone, health condition, etc.)
The CHA will assist you in applying
for Life Alert at no cost through com-
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Narcotics Anonymous Toll-Free
Help Line – 877-233-4287
541-444-8286
Eugene: 541-484-4234
For information on Alcoholics
Anonymous: aa-oregon.org
Salem: 503-390-9494
Portland: 503-238-1512
individuals who have disabilities and are living within the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians 11 county service area.
Examples of Services:
Guidance and Counseling
Referral to Services
Employment Services
Resume Writing
Interviewing Techniques
Job Coaching
Culturally Relevant Individualized Services
Evaluations and Assessments
Training Placement Opportunities
Adaptive Equipment
2468 West 11th
Eugene, OR 97402
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Siletz – Amy Garrett or Hannah
Glaser at 541-444-1030
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Salem – Cecilia Tolentino at 503390-9494
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Eugene – Adrienne Crooks at 541484-4234
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Portland – Andrew Johanson at 503238-1512
All benefits are dependent on available funding.
Annually
$2,000 Total in Medical +
Mental Health + Dental + Hearing
Plus $500 Pharmacy Card Benefit
Biannually
$450 in total Vision Care for Adults*
*Available Annually for Elders,
Children, Students or Diabetics
Call PRC – 800-628-5720
Prior authorization by PRC is required and benefits must be used within 90 days. Any funds not
used within 90 days, or claims not received, will be returned to the pool for redistribution. An individual
can access benefits up to $2,000 annually by calling on the authorization date. For example, an individual
can call Jan. 2 for medical of $500 and then call again Oct. 7 for dental of $1,500 for a total of $2,000. All
benefits are subject to funding availability. When calling for pre-authorization, PRC will authorize for
household members only. Voice messages do not hold funds, the individual must speak to PRC staff and
obtain an out-of-area (OOA) number to secure funds.
Nike N7 internship available
At Nike, curiosity is life. Technology, sports, connectivity, sustainable design
and science unlock an incredible opportunity to experiment like never before. Nike
interns are vital contributors to the company’s relentless pursuit of advancing
human potential.
In Nike’s paid internship program, undergraduate students get a full immersion into the brand’s culture of curiosity and innovation. Interns interact with top
company leaders, tackle complex business challenges, and build relationships
and skills that endure far beyond their several months at Nike.
Application deadline is Jan. 30, 2021.
Who should apply?
For more information about the STVRP, please inquire at 1-800-922-1399. Services are provided in ALL area offices,
however, to inquire about services, ask to be transferred to the office nearest you listed below.
EUGENE AREA OFFICE
You can reach the community health
advocates at:
The Tribal Council has approved Out-of-Area Benefits for 2020. These benefits are for
Tribal members who live outside the 11-county service area. To qualify, Tribal members must be
registered for health care with the Siletz Community Health Clinic AND reside outside of the
Tribe’s 11-county service area. These funds are intended for Tribal members who are not eligible
for Purchased Referred Care.
Siletz Tribal Vocational Rehabilit ation
Program (STVRP)
STVRP is here to assist members of ANY federally recognized Tribe to overcome barriers to employment. We work with
2020 Out-of-Area Benefits
Prevention, Outpatient Treatment, and Women’s and Men’s
Transitional Living Center
Siletz: 800-600-5599 or
munity options. If you do not qualify
for Life Alert at no cost, the Siletz
Community Health Clinic will cover
the cost.
SALEM AREA OFFICE
SILETZ ADMIN. OFFICE
3160 Blossom Dr NE, Ste 105
Salem, OR 97305
201 SE Swan Ave
Siletz, OR 97380
EUGENE – JERAMIE MARTIN, Program Director
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Undergraduate student passionate about American Indian culture and communities
Be passionate about Nike and the N7 mission
Have a deep interest in community involvement
For all other requirements and additional questions, please visit collegefundconnect.peoplegrove.com/hub/collegefund/job/detail/nike-n7-summer-internship2021-agnl0qm.
SALEM - TONI
LEIJA, Counselor/Job
Developer
Currently
open
SILETZ – RACHELLE ENDRES, Counselor/Job Developer
• Spiritual
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Mind
Siletz
Tribal
Voc.
Rehab.
• Emotional
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Here’s how you can donate to the Siletz Tribal Arts and Heritage Society
(STAHS) painlessly and effortlessly. It’s as easy as 1,2,3,4.
Thank you for supporting STAHS!
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Donate to STAHS through Amazon Smile
1.
2.
3.
4.
Go to Amazon.com.
In the Department drop down box, type Amazon Smile.
See Amazon Smile – You shop. Amazon Gives.
Follow the easy directions.
Scholarships
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Fastweb (scholarship search engine)
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Big Future (scholarship search engine)
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Pacific Northwest Scholarship
Guide (scholarship search engine)
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American Indian Service Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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OregonStudentAid.gov
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Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
Program
Opens November 2020
American Indian s Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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American Indian Services Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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American Institute of CPAs
Deadline: Varies
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Tribal College & University
Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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Tebughna Foundation General
Scholarship
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2020
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NSCDA American Indian Nurse
Scholarship Awards
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2020
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American Meteorological Society
Minority Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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Dell Scholars
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2020
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Army Emergency Relief Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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Society for American Archaeology
Native American Scholarships
Deadline: Dec. 15, 2020
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Catching the Dream Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
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ACS Scholars Program
Deadline: March 1, 2021
College Board Scholarship
Deadline: Ongoing
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ALA Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 1, 2021
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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
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AIS Scholarship
Deadline: Varies
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Open Education Database Graduate
and Ph.D. Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
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National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering
Deadline: Varies
NOAA Scholarships
Deadline: Ongoing
Internships
Fellowships
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AAUW Professions Fellowships
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2020
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NOAA Internships
Deadline: Ongoing
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American Indian Graduate Center
Deadline: Ongoing
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Code Switch Internship
Deadline: Various
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NOAA Fellowships
Deadline: Ongoing
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NBC News Summer Fellows Program
Deadline: Ongoing
HP 3D Printing Engineering Intern
Deadline: Open until filled
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Master of Forest Resources Fellowships
Deadline: Open until filled
Wisdom of the Elders Agricultural
Incubator Internship
Deadline: Various
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NW Native American Research Centers
for Health Research Support Fellowship
Deadline: Rolling
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Saturday Academy Internships
Deadline: Multiple
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EPA Environmental Research and
Business Support Program
Deadline: Multiple
Important information
for college-bound
Tribal seniors
October
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research
Center Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Deadline: Multiple
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Indian Land Tenure Foundation
Deadline: Multiple
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Environmental Protection Agency
Deadline: Multiple
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Claremont Native American Fellowship
Deadlines: Multiple
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NAYA Ninth Grade Counts
Deadline: Rolling
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Dept. of Energy Scholars Program
Deadline: Ongoing
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Visit OregonStudentAid.gov to check out more
than 500 grant and scholarship opportunities.
Northwestern University’s Center
for Native American and Indigenous
Research Undergraduate Fellowships
Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation Research
Experiences for Undergraduates
Deadline: Multiple
Other Opportunities
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For more information about the Siletz Tribal language program,
please visit siletzlanguage.org.
National Park Service Tribal Stewards
Inclusion Program
Deadline: Ongoing
Center for Native American Youth at
the Aspen Institute – Generation Indigenous Network Youth Ambassador
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National Youth Leadership Forum
STEM Program Nomination Form
Deadline: Various
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Check deadlines for Early Action or
Early Decision (college entrance).
Check your school counseling office
or ASPIRE center for scholarship
information.
Check deadlines for CSS/Financial
Aid Profile for U.S. private schools.
Continue or start working on college
applications.
Ask for letters of recommendation
from teachers, coaches and personal
references. Provide them with a résumé.
Visit colleges.
Take SAT tests.
Complete essays.
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The Student Conservation Association
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Northwest Youth Corps
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Saturday Academy - FREE Classes
for Native American Students
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ON TRACK OHSU!
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The SMART Competition
Take SAT tests.
Set up scholarship search profiles on
websites.
Check your school counseling office
or ASPIRE center for scholarship info.
Proofread and have someone else
proofread all documents completed
up to this point (scholarship essays,
résumé, etc.).
For more information about
the Siletz Tribe, please visit
ctsi.nsn.us.
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Tribal Council Timesheets for September 2020
Lillie Butler – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
10.5
2.25
5.5
3
6.5
Ind
10.5
2.25
5.5
3
6.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
6
9/1-11
9/14
9/15-17
9/18
4
9/21-30
Packets
Health, packets
Packets
Regular TC
Packets
Loraine Y. Butler – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
1
.25
2.5
3
1.5
Ind
1
.25
2.5
3
1.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
2
9/4-5
9/14
9/15-16
9/18
2
9/20-22
Packets
Meet w/ GM
Packets
Regular TC
Packets
Reggie Butler Sr. – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
12
2
5.5
3
9.75
.5
3.5
Ind
12
2
5.5
3
9.75
.5
3.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
3.5
9/1-11
9/14
9/15-17
9/18
9/21-25
2.5
9/28
9/29-30
Packets
Council, packets
Packets
Regular TC
Packets
Council, STBC mtg/packet
Packets
Sharon Edenfield – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
.75
.25
1
3
.5
Ind
.75
.25
1
3
.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
9/2
9/14
9/17
9/18
9/28
WH COVID briefing
TC mtg
Packets
Regular TC
TC mtg
Alfred Lane III – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
.25
.25
Ind
.25
.25
.5
.5
3
1.25
.5
.5
3
1.25
.5
.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
1.75
.75
2
.5
9/2
9/4
9/9
9/14
9/17
9/18
9/23
9/28
9/30
Sign docs
Salem casino, Audit Comm
Meet w/ Rep. Clem
Meet w/ GM
Packets
Regular TC
Restoration Comm, calls w/ Tribal
officials/attorney, meet w/ GM
Special TC
Meet w/ Cow Creek
Be safe. Stay home. Stay well.
Delores Pigsley – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
2.25
1.25
2
2
3.25
4
Ind
2.25
1.25
2
2
3.25
4
3.5
4
3.5
4
2
4
.75
3.25
1.75
2
4
.75
3.25
1.75
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
2.5 9/1-3
2
9/4
9/5-8
.5
1
9/9
.25
9/10-13
.25
9/14-17
.5
.25
1.5
1
1
Interviews, mail, agenda items
Audit Comm, mail, conf calls
Mail, agenda items, prep for council
OTGA mtg w/ Rep. Clem, mail
Mail, agenda items
Conf call, mail, agenda items, prep
for council
9/18
Regular TC, mail
2
9/19-22 Mail, news article, agenda items,
sign STBC docs
2.5 9/23
Restoration Comm, meet w/ GM, mail
9/24-27 Mail, agenda items, prep for council
9/28
Special TC, STBC mtg, mail
9/29
Comm on Indian Services, mail
9/30
Mtg w/ Cow Creek, mail, agenda items
Angela Ramirez – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
1.5
.75
1
1
2
3
.5
1
.5
.5
Ind
1.5
.75
1
1
2
3
.5
1
.5
.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
9/1
9/4
9/5-11
9/14
9/15-17
9/18
9/19-22
9/25
9/28
9/30
1
1
Email, packets
Interviews
Email, packets
Meet w/ GM, email, packets
Email, packets
Regular TC
Email, packets
Interviews
Special TC
Email, packets
Selene Rilatos – 9/1/20-9/30/20
TC
13
Ind
13
1.5
5.5
4
10
1.5
4,5
1.5
5.75
4
10
1.5
4.5
Gmg STBC ED Tvl
9/1-12
1
1
1
1
1
COVID, Tribal member concerns
(TMC), packets, email
9/14
Special TC, TMC, mail
9/15-17 COVID, TMC, email, packets
9/18
Regular TC, TMC, email
9/19-27 Email, TMC, COVID
9/28
TC mtg, STBC mtg, email
9/29-30 Interviews, email, TMC, COVID
Tribal Council Email Addresses
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Tribal Chairman: Delores Pigsley
Vice Chairman: Alfred “Bud” Lane III
Treasurer: Robert Kentta
Secretary: Sharon Edenfield
Lillie Butler
Loraine Butler
Reggie Butler Sr.
Angela Ramirez
Selene Rilatos
dpigsley@msn.com
budl@ctsi.nsn.us
rkentta@ctsi.nsn.us
sharone@ctsi.nsn.us
lbutler@ctsi.nsn.us
loraineb@ctsi.nsn.us
rbutler@ctsi.nsn.us
angelar@ctsi.nsn.us
maritar@ctsi.nsn.us
Legal Aid Services of Oregon and the Oregon Law Center, civil legal service
providers for low-income Oregonians, operate a public benefits hotline where
low-income Oregonians can talk to lawyers and paralegals to get advice on public
benefits, including unemployment benefits:
Oregon public benefits hotline
800-520-5292 or Oregonlawhelp.org
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Portland Native community in a proximate
setting that facilitates community interaction between Native residents. We are
appreciative to Urban Land Institute for
recognizing the value of this approach and
hope it will inspire similar projects focused
on Native communities in the future.”
“We have a lot of Tribal members
that live here in Portland who have lived
here for generations and are facing challenges securing an affordable home,” said
Delores Pigsley, Siletz Tribal chairman.
“This project was an opportunity to help
address those needs and Nesika Illahee is
already home to many of our members.
We could not have done this alone and
this fantastic end result is a tribute to
hard work and close collaboration with
Community Development Partners, Native
American Youth and Family Center and
Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest. We hope that this
award will encourage additional creative
solutions and collaborations to address
affordable housing barriers facing our
members and Native people.”
“Native American Rehabilitation
Association of the Northwest is honored
to be in partnership of Nesika Illahee as
the housing crisis effects so many in the
Native American community,” said Jacqueline Mercer, NARA NW CEO. “Native
American Rehabilitation Association of
the Northwest is excited to provide a fulltime staff member to assist tenants with
resources to services at Native American
Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest and other agencies in the area. We
hope to continue to help our people for
years to come.”
ULI announced its housing awards
at its fall meeting on Oct. 14. More
information can be found at americas.uli.
org/201014kempawardwinners/.
CDP
Community Development Partners is
a mission-driven organization committed
to the development and operation of lifeenhancing affordable housing with a focus
on long-term community engagement.
CDP developments are focused on
enhancing whole neighborhoods by
incorporating public spaces, cultural and
social programming, and robust on-site
services from local community partners
into its projects.
A certified B-corporation (social benefit corporation), CDP is dedicated to the
highest standards of social and environmental stewardship, public transparency
and legal accountability – a reflection of
its dedication to its mission and priority
of impacts over profit.
Founded in 2011 by brothers Eric
and Kyle Paine, CDP has grown into a
team of 22 professionals based in offices
in Portland, Ore., and Newport Beach,
Calif. Named a national Top 50 Affordable Housing Developer by Affordable
Housing Finance for the third year in
2019, the CDP team has developed and
now oversees 24 unique communities
comprising more than 2,200 units across
Oregon, California, Arizona and Nevada.
NAYA
Founded by the community for the
community, Native American Youth and
Family Center is a family of numerous
Tribes and voices who are rooted in sustaining tradition and building cultural wealth.
NAYA provides culturally specific
programs and services that guide our
people in the direction of personal success
and balance through cultural empowerment. Our continuum of lifetime services
creates a wraparound, holistic healthy
environment that is youth centered, family
drive and elder guided.
NAYA provides a continuum of housing programs and services from housing navigation, eviction prevention and
homeownership to affordable housing
development.
NARA NW
The Native American Rehabilitation
Association of the Northwest, Inc. was
founded in 1970 to reach out to and offer
assistance to those struggling with alcoholism and addictions.
It has expanded services through the
years and offers residential and outpatient
treatment; medical, dental and mental
health services; supportive housing; OHP
outreach; and children, youth and family
programs. Elder and veterans services are
new additions.
Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Skybridge now open to those age 21+ at Chinook Winds
Chinook Winds Casino Resort has opened the newly constructed skybridge connecting the parking structure to the casino (skybridge interior photo at right).
“We are thrilled to open the skybridge as an exciting new addition for our guest
safety and keeping them dry during inclement weather conditions,” said Mike Fisher,
general manager.
Although the structure was fully completed in July, a plan for safety was an important
factor when deciding when to open this new pathway to the public. Due to the pandemic,
Chinook Winds put the opening on hold in order to formulate a safe plan for opening.
All guests using the skybridge must be age 21 and over as the walkway goes directly
to the gaming floor. They also are required to have temperature checks and wear face
coverings. Guests under 21 are directed to enter through the front entrance of the casino.
The skybridge project was awarded to Swinerton, a commercial company founded
in 1888 from Los Angeles. Many Swinerton-built structures now claim a spot on the
National Register of Historical Places and other architectural preservation sites.
“We are proud to have utilized as many local contractors as possible, including
Ambiance Construction, Drayton and Sigman Construction to name a few,” said Sean
Sheridan, director of facilities.
Tribal Gift Shop Sale
All Siletz Tribal members – Stop into the Gift Shop on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020,
for the 40% OFF sale. Does not include candy, meds, cigs or Siletz books. Must show
Siletz Tribal ID at checkout. Hope to see you!
Gift Shop Staff and Management
Calling all Tribal member business owners
If you would like to be on the
preferred Tribal members business list
with Chinook Winds, please fax, mail,
email or drop off your business card,
brochures, or business information to:
Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Attn: Purchasing Dept.
1777 NW 44th St.
Lincoln City, OR 97367
Phone: 541-996-5853
Fax: 541-996-3847
erica@cwcresort.com
Chinook Winds Casino Resort in Lincoln City, Ore., offers 24-hour Las Vegasstyle gaming, an 18-hole golf course, headline entertainment from some of music’s
most legendary stars, three full-service restaurants, a secure child care facility and
arcade, and a 243-room ocean-view hotel.
For more information, visit chinookwindscasino.com, or call 888-CHINOOK
(244-6665) or 541-996-5825.
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at chinookwindscasino.com.
For more information about events in North Lincoln County, visit
lcchamber.com, oregoncoast.org or lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
If you want to be part of a great team and looking for a new career opportunity,
Please call Human Resources at (541) 996-5800 or (541) 996-5806.
www.chinookwindscasino.com/careers
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm
2021 Tribal Council Application
Application for names to be placed on the 2021 ballot for candidates in
the Siletz Tribal Council election
Name: _______________________________________ Roll# _______________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________
City: ____________________________ State: ___________ ZIP: ____________
Telephone: _______________________________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________________________
I understand I must be an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of
Siletz Indians and 18 years of age or older on Election Day. This application must
be filed with the Election Board by 4 p.m. on Dec. 4, 2020. I also understand that
if for any reason I decide to withdraw my application for Siletz Tribal Council,
I must withdraw in writing by 4 p.m. Dec. 9, 2020. Otherwise, my name will
appear in the Voter’s Pamphlet and on the ballot.
Signature: __________________________________ Date: __________________
Mail your application to: CTSI Election Board, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR
97380-0549.
Election Deadlines
4 p.m.
4 p.m.
Dec. 4, 2020
Dec. 4, 2020
4 p.m.
Dec. 9, 2020
4 p.m.
Dec. 9, 2020
Days of:
Dec. 11-12, 2020
Dec. 14-15, 2020
Days of:
9 a.m.-Noon
Jan. 9, 2021
Jan. 29, 2021
4 p.m.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Feb. 6, 2021
Feb. 6, 2021
4 p.m.
Deadline to file for candidacy
Deadline to submit a photo and/or candidate’s statement for inclusion in the Tribal
Voter’s Pamphlet
Deadline to withdraw in writing from the
Tribal Election
Certified Candidate’s List posted
Voter’s Pamphlet mailed out
Absentee ballots mailed out
Candidates Fair – Location TBD
Deadline to request a mail-in ballot
In-person Voting – Tribal Elections, Tribal
Community Center, Siletz
Deadline for returning absentee ballots
Voter’s Pamphlet and Statement
If you would like your candidate’s statement and photo to appear in the Voter’s
Pamphlet, please submit your statement and recent 3x5 photograph of yourself along
with your application. Deadline for statements and photos is 4 p.m. on Dec. 4, 2020.
Candidate statements must be no longer than 750 words and must not be
derogatory or contain personal attacks on any one individual. Statements and
photos will appear in the Voter’s Pamphlet. Photos will be included on the ballot.
Mail your statement and photo to CTSI Election Board, P.O. Box 549, Siletz,
OR 97380-0549. The candidate is responsible for ensuring receipt of application
and statement by the deadline.
Letters will be sent to all candidates after review and certification by the Election Board. The Election Board will also send each certified candidate a packet that
includes the Siletz Tribal Constitution, Election Ordinance and approved rules.
Candidates can call 800-922-1399, ext. 1256, or 541-444-8256; or e-mail
elections@ctsi.nsn.us to confirm receipt of application and candidate’s statement.
OPEN HEARTS & OPEN HOMES
We are looking to certify homes as foster home resource
placements. Please consider opening up your home for our Tribal children
who are in need of foster care.
Families, couples & single adults can become certified
foster home resources.
OUR CHILDREN NEED:
**Permanent Care**
**Temporary Care**
**Short-term Care**
**Emergency Care**
Please take the time to consider opening up your
loving and safe home & sharing your lives with our
precious Tribal children.
Please contact our ICW Department for a foster
home application today.
ICW: 541-444-8338
To the editor:
Promise Keepers, Our Children’s Children Forever
I am not a new kid on the block. I have been championing the subject of Tribal
direct descendancy since the early 1970s.
Secretary to the Chetco Tribe Inc. Terry McCord, chairman. Secretary for the ToTo-Tin, To-Too-Tana, Too-Too-To-Ney, Tututni, “whichever pronunciation you prefer.”
Chetco, Coos, Umpqua and Siuslaw people. Jerry Running Fox, chairman. Representatives Edgar Bowen, Bill Brainard, Russell Anderson, Jeannette (Jordan, McCord)
Giddings. Plus others at early organizational meetings toward Restoration.
In fact, before our Siletz Tribal Restoration in 1977, Joe Lane and Robert Rilatos
attended one of our meetings. They gave a presentation of where Siletz was at with
similar restoration issues. They were curious of our format and also our progress.
I later, with my Brookings Harbor High School Indian Education class, attended
the first annual Siletz Restoration Days on Nov. 18-20, 1977, at Siletz. I still have my
pristine booklet of pictures and scheduled activities.
At present, 50 years plus, I have spoken and also written many articles concerning our
unrecognized Siletz Tribal direct descendants, reiterating the possible consequences and
dire pitfalls that could possibly await our Tribal families if we continue to man a tollgate of
discrimination concerning blood quantum directed at direct descendants of our ancestors.
To persevere: Continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty.
My perseverance still continues onward for those families, children who stand in
the shadows of our nurtured Tribal fires.
Erin Grace, your youthful voice in a Siletz News of October 2020 letter to editor
is music to my soul. My spirit is to the moon and back.
You are my waiting spark that awakens the dark! The journey is short-lived. So
make every second count. Walk with strength, compassion and integrity.
Respectfully submitted,
Eva E. Clayton
Members of the Siletz Tribal community:
My name is Lindsay Melton and I am a member of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 503 Indigenous People’s Caucus (IPC). Our Indigenous
Peoples Caucus is hosting an Arts Contest (https://seiu503.tfaforms.net/638) and our Arts
Contest covers any original art piece representing a dance, music or visual arts medium.
Each contestant’s art piece must be inspired by at least one of our contest themes:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Strength, Unity and Community
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Climate Justice
Local Pride (or Tribal Culture)
Contestants will compete for cash prizes in their respective art medium based upon
their age category when the contest ends Nov. 12, 2020: Adults (over 18) and children
ages 5-17 (broken into three age groups).
We are excited to share this opportunity with our indigenous community throughout
Oregon. I want to ask the Siletz Tribal community to support our event in two ways:
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First, by reaching out to any Indigenous community members who may be interested
in volunteering as a judge in this contest. This position is for any interested Indigenous community member and requires no specialty knowledge, only an interest
in art and taking part as a voluntary judge in our community event.
Second, by sharing the information with staff and clients far and wide
Please forward my contact information to all interested judges and do not hesitate
to reach out for any further questions. I look forward to hearing from you soon and
thank you for your time!
Gyilks ama niisgn,
(Take Care)
Lindsay Melton, SIEU 503 – Indigenous Peoples Caucus, Member
Lmelton33@gmail.com; C: 541-514-2710
Siletz News Letters Policy
Siletz News, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is
published once a month. Our editorial policy encourages input from readers about
stories printed in Siletz News and other Tribal issues.
All letters must include the author’s signature, address, and phone number in
order to be considered for publication. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any
letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of
a letter that may contain profane language, libelous statements, personal attacks
or unsubstantiated statements.
Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published letters do
not necessarily reflect the opinions of Siletz News, Tribal employees, or Tribal Council.
Please type or write legibly. Letters longer than 450 words may be edited for
length as approved by Tribal Council Resolution #96-142.
Please note: The general manager
of the Siletz Tribe is the editor-in-chief
of Siletz News.
Editor-in-Chief: Gerald L. Smith
Editor: Diane Rodriquez
Assistant: Andy Taylor
November 2020
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Need Rental Housing?
The Siletz Tribal Housing Department encourages you to apply for
the Low-Income Rental Program
waiting list in Siletz (1-4
bedrooms) and Lincoln City (2-3
bedrooms – Neachesna Village).
Applications can be obtained at any
Tribal area office (Eugene, Salem,
Portland, Siletz) or online from the
Tribal website – ctsi.nsn.us;
follow links – Tribal ServicesHousing-Low Rent Apartments
& Home Ownership.
Questions? Call 800-922-1399,
ext. 1322, or 541-444-8322;
fax: 541-444- 8313
Photos by Diane Rodriquez
Siletz Complete Count Committee member Angela Ramirez holds a bag containing
the names of the people who entered a drawing after completing their 2020 Census as
Tribal General Manager Gerald Smith pulls Kristina Whalen’s name as the winner of
a Broil King LP Gas Grill and cover from among the names of nearly 700 entries.
The remaining 130 winners were chosen at random from an Excel spreadsheet
using a mathematical formula, =RAND(). Gifts included Kindle 10s, Kindle 7s,
Siletz saddle blankets and Siletz robe blankets.
Thank you to everyone who filled out their 2020 Census!
Report shellfish
harvests to Natural
Resources
Spring low tides herald clam,
crab and mussel gathering season.
Tribal members using a 2020 Cultural Shellfish Gathering license and
permit are reminded to report shellfish harvests to the Tribe’s Natural
Resources Department within three
business days of harvest.
Reports must include the harvest
date, type and number of shellfish
gathered on each trip. To report your
harvest, please leave your name, phone
number and details by calling 800922-1399, ext. 1227, or 541-444-8227.
Shellfish safety hotline
Domoic acid levels make clams
and crab unsafe to eat. Before clamming or crabbing, check the Oregon
Shellfish Hotline, 800-448-2474, for
safety and conservation closures.
Most Often Requested
Numbers
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians –
800-922-1399
Salem Area Office – 503-390-9494
Happiest of birthdays to our beautiful
daughter, Chelsea Wawrak-Rodgers, on
Nov. 20. We love you beyond measure and
pray the Lord blesses you today, tomorrow
and every day that follows.
Loving you always, Dad and Mom
Happy Birthday to Josh Rilatos!
Nephew, hoping you have major breakthroughs this year with all you’ve been
trying to accomplish!
Love, your Aunt Maggie and family
Happy Birthday to Tina Retasket!
Auntie, thank you for making me feel
special and loved. You’re amazing. Enjoy
your birthday cake on your birthday!
Love, Maggie and family
Happy Birthday to Alicia Keene! It’s
scientifically proven that people who have
more birthdays live longer. You’re special.
Love, your Bestie
Happy Birthday to John Pullam! May
you find every step in this life easy to lead
you to success. I just want to say Happy
Birthday to you.
Love, Maggie and family
Free child ID kits
from the
Oregon State Police
503-934-0188 or
800-282-7155
child.idkits@state.or.us
Salem Finance Office – 888-870-9051
Portland Area Office – 503-238-1512
Eugene Area Office – 541-484-4234
Passages Policy
Purchased Referred Care (PRC) –
800-628-5720
Submissions to Passages are limited to two 25-word items per person,
plus one photo if desired.
Siletz Community Health Clinic –
800-648-0449
Siletz Behavioral Health –
800-600-5599
Chinook Winds Casino Resort –
888-244-6665
Chemawa Health Clinic –
800-452-7823
BIA – 800-323-8517
Website – www.ctsi.nsn.us
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November 2020
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