# Confederated Tribes of (2019) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aconfederated_siletz%3Aa18973a69f8436e6 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Siletz News Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians P.O. Box 549 Siletz, OR 97380-0549 SILETZ NEWS Delores Pigsley, Tribal Chairman Brenda Bremner, General Manager and Editor-in-Chief Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Vol. 47, No. 6 June 2019 DeZurney joins UNITY’s newest class of Earth Ambassadors Leadership Program MESA, Ariz. – United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY) has announced the recipients of its 2019-2020 UNITY Earth Ambassadors Leadership Program. The environmental stewardship program began in the 1990s and was re-established in 2015 with the support of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. Presorted First-Class Mail U.S. Postage Paid - Permit No. 178 Salem, OR Update on the Kiddie Tax and Minors’ Trusts What is Kiddie Tax? It taxes “unearned income” of independent children age 18 or dependent, full-time students between ages 18-23. Unearned income is what the Minors’ Trust money is built from – per capita distributions and earnings on those distributions. Therefore, Minors’ Trusts are potentially subject to the Kiddie Tax. What are the 2018-2019 tax rates for the Kiddie Tax? Unearned Income Level $0 - $2,550 $2,551 - $9,150 $9,151 to $12,500 Over $12,500 Tax Rate 10% 24% 35% 37% When would the Kiddie Tax apply? It applies when all of the following requirements are met in the tax year: 1. Child does not file a joint return 2. At least one parent is still alive at year end 3. Child’s net unearned income exceeds the threshold for the year and the child has positive taxable income after subtracting all other deductions. For 2018, that threshold was $2,100. If the threshold is not exceeded, there is no Kiddie Tax. If it is exceeded, the Kiddie tax applies only to the amount over the threshold. 4. Child falls under one of the following age-related rules (age at year end): a. Age 17 or younger (does not apply at the Tribe because distributions are not made to minors under 18) b. Age 18 and does not have earned income (a job) that exceeds half of his/her support for the year. Scholarships are not included in calculation. c. Age 19-23 and student and does not have earned income (a job) that exceeds half of their support for the year. Scholarships are not included in calculation. When does a minor receive funds from their Minors’ Trust account? After 18, the child can request the funds from the Tribal trustee by filling out the appropriate application and providing other documentation as requested. How much does the recipient receive from the trust? Per current Tribal ordinance, the recipient will get a check for the net proceeds after taxes. The trust will withhold See Kiddie Tax on page 16 Courtesy photo Jeidah DeZurney The 2019-2020 class of UNITY Earth Ambassadors includes: • • • Alec Lee (Navajo), 19, New Mexico Angela Noah (White Mountain Apache Tribe), 19, Oregon Hope Long (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), 16, North Carolina • Jeidah DeZurney (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians), 20, Oregon • Kaylene Nevaquaya (Comanche Nation), 18, Oklahoma Marco Ovando (Shoshone-Paiute Tribe), 19, Nevada Sage Lacapa (White Mountain Apache Tribe), 15, Arizona Samuel Lopez (Tohono O’odham Nation), 16, Arizona Sky Wildcat (Cherokee Nation), 23, Oklahoma Zunneh-Bah Martin (Diné), 22, New Mexico • • • • • “We are excited to work with our new class of UNITY Earth Ambassadors. These youth leaders are committed to preserving and protecting our land and See UNITY on page 4 Photo by Diane Rodriquez Denise Riding In (left), Sue Langstaff and Doris Riding In enjoy themselves at the Elders Honor Day celebration at Chinook Winds Casino Resort on May 7. Sweeney appoints LaCounte as new director of BIA WASHINGTON – Assistant SecretaryIndian Affairs Tara Mac Lean Sweeney has announced that she has appointed Darryl LaCounte to the position of director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) in the U.S. Department of the Interior. LaCounte, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians in North Dakota, has served as acting director since 2018. His appointment was effective April 28, 2019. Sweeney is committed to providing consistent and focused leadership for the BIA, as well as to actively collaborate with the department’s senior managers. Among her top priorities is to fill all of the bureau’s leadership positions with highly qualified managers who will provide continuity and expertise in trust management in accordance with its mission. “Ensuring that key leadership positions are filled is important for Indian Affairs’ success and the department’s relationship with Indian Country,” Sweeney said. “Mr. LaCounte has done a superior job over this past year as the acting director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He is clearly committed to the trust responsibility and the further development of our vital workforce, which is the foundation for our ability to deliver services to the Tribes.” “When I was asked to step in to be the BIA’s acting director, I felt a strong responsibility to the people behind the work – the Indian Affairs employees, the Tribes, and the Indian and Alaska Native people we serve,” LaCounte said. “In accepting this appointment as BIA director, I want to thank Assistant Secretary Sweeney for her confidence and support. Because I believe in our mission, I am committed to improving the way we accomplish it and to upholding the federal trust responsibility now and for future generations.” LaCounte began his federal career in 1988 at the bureau’s Wind River Agency in Fort Washakie, Wyo., as an oil and gas specialist in the real estate services branch of the Office of Trust Services. Since 2015, he had been regional director of the bureau’s Rocky Mountain Regional Office in Billings, Mont., which serves eight federally recognized Tribes in Montana and Wyoming. He went on to serve as the acting deputy bureau director for Trust Services at the BIA’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., beginning in February 2018. He was named the acting BIA director in April 2018. Chairman’s Report The Salem casino project – an initiative to build Oregon’s first statewide Tribal gaming facility in Salem, Ore. – continues to move forward. Tribal Council continues to meet with community and business groups such as the Keizer Chamber of Commerce and the Northgate Neighborhood Association as well as local elected officials to discuss the benefits of the project, mitigation of any identified impacts and how we can work together. All have been receptive to the project and showed excitement for the economic growth and new tourism opportunities the project will bring to the Salem-Keizer community. In fact, a public opinion poll we conducted showed approximately 60% of area residents support our project. Because of the significant time and outreach we’ve invested in it, I am con- fident that Siletz’s project will receive strong public support when the official federal approval process begins. We continue to communicate with fellow Oregon Tribes about the opportunity to receive benefit from this unique opportunity to improve the lives of all Tribal members. We have met with every Tribal government in Oregon at least once and have generally received positive or neutral responses from them. The Siletz Tribe is committed to sharing the benefits of the revenue generated from this project with all the Tribes in Oregon. The legal and regulatory process ahead is complicated but we believe we have a strong application. A major positive is the fact that the land on which the Siletz Tribe proposes to build the new casino is 2019 Culture Camp July 9-11 Registration forms are available on the Tribal website (ctsi.nsn.us) or at your area office. If you have any questions, contact Buddy Lane at 800-922-1399, ext. 1230; 541-444-8230; or buddyl@ctsi.nsn.us. Applications can be mailed to P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549 or faxed to 541-444-8392. already held in trust status by the federal government. Generally speaking, our Salem project requires two things: 1) For the federal government to determine that the project is in the best interest of the Tribe and not detrimental to the surrounding community, and 2) That the governor of Oregon concurs in the federal government’s determination. This will require extensive review of our project and its potential impacts by both the federal and state governments. This will be the second time this process will be done on this property. In the months ahead, we will focus on preparing the necessary documentation to officially apply for federal approval of the gaming project. This includes analyses of the construction of the casino itself and mitigation of local impacts such as traffic. We will also work with local governments and agencies toward agreements on utilities, law enforcement and other services needed for the Salem project. I will keep you informed of this process and the various steps the Tribe will Delores Pigsley need to go through. Thank you for your interest and ongoing support of this project, which will allow the Tribe to provide better services to our membership, the local community and other Oregon Tribes for decades to come. Tenas Illahee Childcare Center Board of Directors Vacancies Résumés are being accepted for the Tenas Illahee Childcare Center Board of Directors. Currently, there are two vacant board positions. For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us. 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 to Siletz News. Name: _______________________________________________________ If interested, please submit your résumé to Siletz Tribal Council, c/o Executive Secretary, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549. Vacancies are open until filled. Elders Council Meeting June 8 • 1-4 p.m. • Chinook Winds Casino Resort For more information, contact the Elders Program at 800-922-1399, ext. 1261, or 541-444-8261. Address: _____________________________________________________ Phone:_ _______________________________________________________ Change of address: Tribal members – contact the Enrollment Department at 541-444-8258; 800-922-1399, ext. 1258; or enrollment@ctsi.nsn.us. All others – call the newspaper office. Nuu-wee-ya’ (our words) Introduction to the Athabaskan language Open to Tribal members of all ages Siletz Tribal Community Center June 3 – 6-8 p.m. Deadline for the July issue is June 10. Send information to: Submission of articles and photos is encouraged. Siletz News P.O. Box 549 Siletz, OR 97380-0549 Please see the Passages Policy on page 20 when submitting items for Passages. 541-444-8291 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1291 Fax: 541-444-2307 Email: pias@ctsi.nsn.us 2 • Siletz News • June 2019 Member of the Native American Journalists Association Portland Portland Area Office June 10 – 6-8 p.m. July classes will be held at Culture Camp. Eugene Eugene Area Office June 4 – 6-8 p.m. Salem Salem Area Office June 11 – 6-8 p.m. Classes begin with basic instruction and progress over the year. They also are a refresher course for more-advanced students. Come and join other members of your community and Tribe in learning to speak one of our ancient languages. We also have equipment in the Cultural Department available for use in grinding and drilling shell or pine nuts or other applications. If you need to use the equipment, call the number below to set up an appointment. For more information, contact Bud Lane at the Siletz Cultural Department at 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320; or email budl@ctsi.nsn.us. 477 Self-Sufficiency Program offers Summer Youth Employment Program The 477 Self-Sufficiency Program (SSP) is accepting applications for our Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). This program is separate from the Tribal Youth Employment Program offered through the Education Department. The program’s mission is to provide youth age 14-24 with the opportunity to gain employment or education skills in a field that interests them. Our current placements are 240 hours and pay is $12/hour for Work Experience and $9/hour for Classroom Training stipends. The program is available to youth who reside within the 11-county service area. Placements can start as early as July 1 and end by Aug. 31. Basic eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to, the following: • • Youth must be between ages 14-24 at the time of application. Amer ican Indian ver ification (includes American Indian, Native Alaskan and Native Hawaiian) and those enrolled in a federally recognized Indian Tribe. Participants can also be eligible with verification of descendancy from a family member who is enrolled with a federally recognized Tribe. • Latest school grade report. Participants will need to have at least a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. Participants below a 2.0 can participate in the Classroom Training Program and receive a stipend while attending summer school. • Income eligibility requirements apply. Slots are limited and are on a firstcome, first-served basis. If you are interested in applying for the Summer Youth Employment Program, contact one of our Tribal services specialists or intake specialists located in each of the Tribal offices. Applications are available now and will be accepted through June 14, 2019. MAT services coming to Salem area Social Security reverses harmful The Siletz Community Health Clinic MAT is primarily used for the treatment will soon offer Medication Assistance of addiction to opioids such as heroin and policy on trusts for disabled members Treatment (MAT) in Salem, Ore. The clinic is contracting with a local provider, Eric Davis, MSW, CADC III, and JD Health and Wellness to offer these services. MAT services that will be provided include medication treatment (SUBOXONE®/ VIVITROL®/Antabuse), mental health counseling, and A&D counseling. What is MAT? MAT is the use of medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders and prevent opioid overdose. prescription pain relievers that contain opiates. (SAMHSA). Who is eligible for services at the Salem MAT clinic? Siletz Tribal mem- bers, other Natives, and non-Native with close family ties. Initially, the program is able to accept 25 patients. When will services be available? June 2019 (tentatively). For more information about the Salem MAT program, contact Delina John, CADC I, at 541-444-9697 or 800-9221399, ext. 1697. Social Security video conferencing available The Siletz Tribe and the Social Security Administration (SSA) entered into an agreement to participate in SSA’s Video Service Delivery (VSD) project. “The goal of the VSD project is to reach out to members of the public who wish to conduct business with SSA, in remote locations, through real-time video conferencing in order to provide them with better information and access to SSA services.” In the past several years the Siletz Tribe has noticed a disturbing trend in Social Security Administration (SSA) policy. The agency started to classify Tribal minor and disabled adult trusts from per capita gaming revenue as something SSA regulations call a “resource.” This classification was then being used to exclude some of our disabled minors and adults, or those otherwise in need and qualified for SSA benefits. Staff worked hard to investigate this trend, to identify its source and after that to negotiate with SSA. This allowed us to amend our Distribution Ordinance so that the problem could be reversed. Tribal Council passed an Amendment Resolution on April 23, 2019; then we waited. As a result of staff’s continuing efforts, on May 10, 2019, the Tribe’s Legal Department was told that SSA’s regional office and its attorneys have accepted the amended ordinance’s wording. SSA will no longer classify Siletz’ minor and disabled trusts as a “resource,” making those members again eligible for SSA payments. Hopefully, this will result in benefits being restored to some of our most vulnerable members. Staff will continue to work hard with states and counties on this project in the coming weeks. Our aim is to be sure that those critical federal SSA benefits are restored to all deserving Tribal members and that they remain available in the future, safe from similar attacks. If you are having trouble with your Social Security benefits, please contact Tribal administration so we can continue to work on these issues. Video conferencing services are available in the Siletz administration building located at 201 SE Swan Ave., Siletz, OR 97380. Conference openings are normally available Tuesdays between 1-4 p.m. To schedule a video conferencing appointment, contact Kyanna Fisher, Tribal services specialist, at 541-444-8222; 800-922-1399, ext. 1222; or kyannaf@ctsi.nsn.us. Culture Craft Nights Feather Dance Practice Courtesy photo L to r: NINAETC co-chairs Margaret Zientek and Erwin L. Pahmahmie Jr.; Craig Regester, Food for Lane County; and Kurtis Barker, 477-SSP director Siletz Tribal Community Center June 3 • 5-7 p.m. Eugene Eugene Area Office June 4 • 5-7 p.m. Portland Portland Area Office June 10 • 5-7 p.m. Salem Salem Area Office June 11 • 5-7 p.m. Come and learn how to dance in the Feather Dance and learn our traditions surrounding the dance. Siletz Tribal members and their families welcome. Young people under age 10 need an adult to accompany and assist them. The Siletz Culture Department will provide instructors to assist. Contact: Bud Lane, budl@ctsi. nsn.us; 541-444-8320 or 800-9221399, ext. 1320 Sponsored by the Education and Culture Departments 477-SSP program nominates local employer for national award The 477 Self-Sufficiency Program nominated Food for Lane County for an Outstanding Employer Award at the National Indian and Native American Employment & Training Conference (NINAETC). Food for Lane County was selected to receive the award for its contributions and continued partnership with the 477 program. Food for Lane County selected Craig Regester to accept the award on its behalf. Craig was a previous Work Experience and On-the-Job Training participant who is still employed with the organization. Food for Lane County has been a partner with 477 for well over 10 years. It has trained and hired numerous participants throughout those years. Food for Lane County worked with us when many organizations and businesses were reluctant. They provided worksite training and certifications to participants with challenging backgrounds and those with little to no work history. We look forward to our continued partnership and congratulate Food for Lane County on its Outstanding Employer Award. The award was presented at the 2019 NINAETC Conference that took place in Durant, Okla., in April. June 2019 • Siletz News • 3 Quiring graduates from Tribal Home Visiting Program June USDA Congratulations to Heather Quiring distribution dates for graduating from the Siletz Home Visiting Program. She entered the program in July 2016 when her son, Erik, was just a few months old and continued until this April when Erik turned 3. While in the program, Heather had much going on in her life and accomplished important milestones, from graduation to obtaining a certificate, license and employment. Through it all she stuck with the program, learning and growing as a parent. She found the program very helpful and commented, “It was nice to know someone was there if I needed help or to get some advice. While I did a lot on my own, having support was very good for me.” Congratulations, Heather! Siletz Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 2019 Siletz Tribal Youth Council Female Co-President – Jeidah DeZurny (second from right) Male Co-President – Santana Hutchinson (second from left) Vice President – Felisha Howell (center) Secretary – Zena Greenawald (third from left) Treasurer – Mariah Benitez (far right) Social Media Representative – Savanna Rilatos (third from right) Middle School Representative – Victoria Butler (far left) Joyce Retherford, FDP Director 541-444-8393 and executive director of the Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team on Health Disparities at the University of Minnesota Medical School. June 5 – July 17* Siletz Clinic – Shell Room These free classes offer care strategies, resources and support to the caregiver. Savvy Caregiver training teaches the caregiver to know the stages of dementia. Knowing the stage allows the caregiver to use activities and tasks that better fit the abilities and capabilities of their loved one, resulting in more hours of “contented involvement.” *Note: No class on July 10 due to Culture Camp activities. Savvy Caregiver in Indian Country is a program for Native people that is designed to help caregivers provide care and support for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. It is a six-part group program that lasts approximately two hours per part. Savvy Caregiver in Indian Country is a culturally adapted program developed by Dr. J. Neil Henderson, Oklahoma Choctaw, 4 • Siletz News • June 2019 June 24 1:30 – 6:30 p.m. June 25 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. June 26 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. June 27 By appt only As you can see, our Salem distribution will be a week behind the usual dates. That is because we will be attending our national conference, NAFDPIR, in Pearl River, Miss. I want to take this opportunity to welcome aboard Sammy Hall, Sr. as our new clerk/warehouseman. I know he will do a good job. We are seeing new products in the food package, like the boneless skinless chicken breasts. What a great addition to our already awesome food items. In the past couple of months, we have also started receiving frozen blueberries, another great addition. On the horizon, I hear there may be some frozen vegetables and perhaps frozen strawberries! LIKE us on Facebook at Siletz Tribal FDPIR. We would like to see more people share their recipes on our FB page. Like us at SILETZ TRIBAL FDPIR. Heather Quiring and her sons, Aaron Quiring and Erik Hochstetler Jr. Wednesdays, 1:30 – 3:30 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. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Salem Courtesy photo Savvy Caregiver in Indian Country Training June 3 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 Training will be provided by staff from the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. To sign up for this important informational training, contact Hannah Glaser 541-444-9613 UNITY, continued from page 1 environment. Their passion and contributions to dialogue and action-planning are important to our sustainable future,” said Mary Kim Titla, executive director of UNITY. The 2019-2020 class will participate in training sessions and informational workshops to increase their knowledge of environmental issues affecting Native America, learn to serve as an ambassador to increase awareness of the issues affecting the environmental quality on Native lands, and promote the efforts to address environmental concerns within the nation’s Native communities. Topics will focus on, but not be limited to, recycling, conservation, regeneration and restoration. The newly selected ambassadors were nominated by a member of their community, meeting criteria that included demonstrating leadership potential, showing an interest in protecting the environment, and experience and participation in community service projects. They will receive leadership training and be officially recognized at the National UNITY Conference in Orlando, Fla., on July 4-8. In addition, the UNITY Earth Ambassadors will be provided special opportunities, coordinated through UNITY, to take their message to Tribal and governmental agency representatives, as well as lawmakers and others committed to environmental stewardship. For more information about UNITY, its programs and the 2019 National UNITY Conference, visit unityinc.org. About UNITY Founded in 1976, United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY) is a national network organization promoting personal development, citizenship and leadership among Native youth. UNITY’s mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical and social development of American Indian and Alaska Native youth ages 14-24 and to help build a strong, unified and self-reliant Native America through greater youth involvement. UNITY’s network currently includes 274 affiliated youth councils in 34 states. Youth Councils are sponsored by Tribes, Alaska Native villages, high schools, colleges, urban centers and others. UNITY’s signature event is the National UNITY Conference, held each summer in various states. It is the longest and largest American Indian and Alaska Native youth leadership conference in the country, with more than 2,000 attendees annually. Herbal Medicine Class Learn more about using plants and herbs for healing your body! Thursday June 6 Thursday June 20 Thursday July 11 Herbal Medicinal Tonic - Oxymel Topical Herbal Medicine Making Herbal Medicinal Tonic - Oxymel Classes are open to Tribal members and their families *Pre-Registration is required* Space is limited to 1 adult per household... 541.444.9613 Oxymel - is a safe vinegar and honey based tonic to swallow, using plant materials as a remedy. Topical - is referring to using the plant based medicine on your skin. Classes Sponsored by: ts e k BQ tic r! B e ee affl tou r F r en = 4 ard ap d g l 1 an Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board WEAVE-NW Project Hands on Food for Youth Siletz Fitness Center June 18th July 16th August 20th 11:30am - 1pm Youth will learn how to make nutritious, easy, healthy meals for breakfast, lunch, and/or snacks! Sponsored by the USDA Nutrition Education Program, CTSI Diabetes Program and Healthy Traditions. Garden BBQ and Walk it Off ! Wed. August 14 4:30-6:30pm at the Siletz Tribal Community Garden Mission Statement The CTSI Healthy Traditions project seeks to improve the health of Siletz Tribal members through educational activities which promote the use of traditional foods through hunting, gathering, gardening, cooking, food preservation and protecting our natural resources. For more information, call 541-444-9627. Sponsored by CTSI Healthy Traditions June 2019 • Siletz News • 5 June 5th Savvy Caregiver Training Siletz Clinic June 6th & 20th Native STAND Siletz Clinic - Behavioral Health 5:00 - 7:00pm June 6th & 20th Herbal Medicine Making Siletz Clinic - Shell Room June 27th Wellness Luncheon Tribal Community Center 12:00 - 1:00pm Health Effects of Secondhand Smoke Secondhand smoke is the combination of smoke from the burning end of a cigarette and the smoke breathed out by smokers. Secondhand smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals. Hundreds are toxic and about 70 can cause cancer. Since the 1964 Surgeon General’s Report, 2.5 million adults who were nonsmokers died because they breathed secondhand smoke. There is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke.  Secondhand smoke causes numerous health problems in infants and children, including more frequent and severe asthma attacks, respiratory infections, ear infections, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).  Smoking during pregnancy results in more than 1,000 infant deaths annually.  Some of the health conditions caused by secondhand smoke in adults include coronary heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer. What can we do to help prevent secondhand smoke exposure? Smoke outside—People who smoke inside housing units expose everyone who lives in the unit to secondhand smoke exposure. Not only do those who live in the unit get exposed to secondhand smoke, but those who visit will also be exposed to secondhand smoke. Smoke can linger in housing units for hours until it settles and causes third-hand smoke exposure. Lets work together and help protect the Health of our people. Tobacco Prevention and Education Program 6 • Siletz News • June 2019 Honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls The CARE Program would like to thank everyone who supported our MMIWG events in May. On May 5 we joined My Sisters’ Place in honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls by bringing awareness to the cause and creating a display of red dresses at Newport City Hall. Some of the red dresses were also placed around Siletz. On May 6, the CARE Program hosted a gathering at the Siletz Rec Center, with drumming, singing and dancing. The purpose was to dance for those who are missing and cannot dance. We would like to give a special thanks to the men and women who volunteered to drum and sign at these events. We could not have done any of this without you. Thank you you!! June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month The National Center on Elder Abuse describes elder abuse as: “intentional neglectful acts by a caregiver or “trusted” individual that leads to or may lead to harm of a vulnerable elder.” There are several different types of elder abuse and the perpetrators can exist in different forms. Elder abuse is one of the many forms of domestic violence. Abuse can happen to any older person, by a loved one, a hired caregiver, or a stranger. Abuse can happen at home, at a relative's home, or in an eldercare facility. There are many types of abuse:       Physical Emotional Sexual Abandonment Financial Neglect Watch for these signs of abuse: Spiritual Message to America: “We pray that children will honor and respect their Elders— that is where the wisdom comes from. This respect will not allow forgotten Elders.” More than 1,200 Elders from 105 tribes across America contributed to this message, created at the National Indian Council on Aging’s Year 2000 Conference Seems depressed, confused, or withdrawn  Isolated from friends and family  Has unexplained bruises, burns, or scars  Appears dirty, underfed, dehydrated, over-or under medicated, or not receiving needed care for medical problems  Has bed sores or other preventable conditions  Recent changes in banking or spending patterns  Lincoln County General Information & Abuse Helpline Local: 541-336-2289 Toll free: 800-282-6194 June 2019 • Siletz News • 7 Emergency Preparedness Tip of the Month: Keep Oregon Green! By Eli Grove, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Trainee As fire season rapidly approaches the Pacific Northwest, we need to start preparing now. A couple terms I’d like Tribal members to start thinking about are the following: As always, check with your local fire department and your local Oregon Department of Forestry for folks outside of city limits. Consider obtaining a campfire waiver from the Oregon Department of Forestry. Campfire waivers are free and help you avoid fines (these are not for burn piles). Again please check with your local fire authorities for regulations during fire season (usually starts in June). 4. Red Flag Warnings – A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger. • If you are allowed to burn in your area, all burn barrels must be covered with a weighted metal cover with holes no larger than ¾”. • Do not throw cigarettes or matches out of a moving vehicle. They may ignite dry grass on the side of the road and become a wildfire. 1. Defensible Space – This means preparing your home and property to protect it from wildfire. When is the last time you cleaned your gutters out? Or limbed trees near your home? 2. Wildland/Urban Interface – Think about where your home is located, what’s around? For example, do you live near forests or possibly an active logging operation? Do you have trees near your house with low-hanging limbs? How about an unmaintained yard or lawn? 3. Burn Bans/Campfire Waivers – Do you have a brush pile that you have been waiting to burn? Now is not the best time. Remember – fire knows no season. • Extinguish all outdoor fires properly. Drown fires with plenty of water and stir to make sure everything is cold to the touch. Dunk charcoal in water until cold. Do not throw live charcoal on the ground and leave it. • Never leave a fire unattended. Sparks or embers can blow into leaves or grass, ignite a fire and quickly spread. 5. Regulated Use – These signs (above) will be posted in your local fire district if in effect. They are typically accompanied with a fire season in effect sign. 2019-2020 Hunting and Fishing Tags Distribution Schedule Estimated Number Available Season Dates Early Archery 50 8/24-9/22 8/5 at 8 a.m. at Natural Resources office General Rifle 375 9/28-11/1** 8/19 Antlerless or Spike – Adult 8 10/19-11/1 Type of Tag Deer Elk Antlerless or Spike – Youth 5 9/28-11/3 Late Archery 50*** 11/16-12/8 Antlerless - Youth 2 8/1-12/31 Early Archery 25 8/24-9/22 1st Season Rifle 25 11/9-11/12 2nd Season Rifle 25 11/16-11/22 8 Various seasons beginning 1/1/20 Antlerless Late Archery Antlerless Salmon Salmon 56 11/23-12/8 200 11/1-12/30 (estimate) Date to Start Tag Issuance Lottery applications available 8/5; due 9/6; drawing 9/9; tags issued 9/11 Lottery applications available 8/5; due 9/6; drawing 9/9; tags issued 9/11 First Distribution: 10/14 at 8 a.m. at NR office Second Distribution: 10/28 at 8 a.m. at NR office (see Note 2 below) Lottery applications available 6/3; due 6/28; drawing 7/1; tags issued 7/2 8/5 at 8 a.m. at Natural Resources office Lottery applications available 9/3; due 9/27; drawing 10/7; tags issued 10/8 Method of Issuance First-come, firstserved* First-come, firstserved Lottery – Open to elders only Lottery – Open to youth ages 12-17 only First-come, firstserved* Lottery – Open to youth ages 12-17 only First-come, firstserved* Lottery • Note: “Open Until Filled” vacancies may close at any time. The Tribe’s Indian Prefeence policy will apply. Tribal government will not discriminate in selection because of race, creed, age, sex, color, national origin, physical handicap, marital status, politics, membership or non-membership in an employee orgnization. 9/3 First-come, firstserved* First-come, firstserved A Tribal member may obtain only ONE elk tag in their name during the 2019-2020 hunting season (bow, bull and cow tags all count toward the one tag), except as noted below. First Distribution: For hunters who have not been issued an early season deer archery tag (for deer tags) or any elk tag (for elk tags). Second Distribution: For any eligible hunter, regardless of what other tags they have received. Siletz News • June 2019 CTSI Jobs First Distribution: 10/14 at 8 a.m. at NR office Second Distribution: 10/28 at 8 a.m. at NR office (see Note 2 below) *** Minus number of tags filled in deer early bow season 8 The Siletz Tribe is pleased to announce that Gregg Gubuan has been named interim executive director of the Siletz Tribal Business Corporation, effective May 20, 2019. Gubuan previously served as chief financial officer for the Tribe for nearly 20 years and recently retired from that position. The Siletz Tribal Business Corporation, located in Lincoln City, Ore., manages a multitude of enterprises for the Tribe, including the Logan Road RV Park in Lincoln City; Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort in Salem, Ore.; and several other properties in Oregon, including some in Siletz, Toledo, Depoe Bay, Lincoln City, Eugene, Salem and Portland. The Siletz Tribal Business Corporation can be reached at 541-994-2142; 877-564-7298; and at www.stbcorp.net. Tribal employment information is available at ctsi.nsn.us. ** Season for youth ages 12-17 is 9/28 - 11/3 (2 additional days at end of general season) NOTE 2: STBC welcomes new interim director Lottery applications available 9/3; due 9/27; drawing 10/7; tags Lottery issued 12/2 * No early calls to “save” an early archery tag for someone. Must physically show up to obtain tag on first day of distribution. May call to have a tag mailed beginning on the second day of distribution. NOTE 1: 6. For additional information on regulations, active fires, etc., visit oregon. gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx. • To learn more about how to protect yourself and your home, visit readyforwildfire.org/Defensible-Space/. • For evacuation protocols and other information in Oregon, visit oregonrsg.org/. • To sign up for Lincoln County’s Emergency Notification System and get emergency notifications directly to your cell phone, visit member.everbridge. net/index/892807736721689#/login. CTSI constantly is looking for temporary employees to cover vacancy, vacations, maternity leave and extended sick leave. If you are looking for temporary work that can last from 2-12 weeks, please submit an application for the temp pool. NEW SERVICES AVAILABLE Mental Health Services & Life Alert  Mental Health Services  What services are available? • Counseling Services – individual or family Psychiatry Services Psychology Services Up to 8-visits annually (more if medically necessary) • •  • 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 541-444-9648 to speak with Rhonda Attridge, PRC Tech I. General Welfare Exclusion Housing Rehabilitation Program Formerly Over-Income Rehabilitation Grant The Over Income Rehabilitation Construction program funds over-income families with a $10,000 grant for construction rehabilitation on the primary residence they own. The over income grant is for eligible applicants and is limited to one grant per person/address/household. If you have already received a General Welfare Exclusion Housing Rehabilitation Grant, you are not eligible to apply. If you have received services for the following programs, you are not eligible to apply for the General Welfare Exclusion Housing Rehabilitation Grant for five years – Down Payment Assistance, NAHASDA Rehabilitation Program, NAHASDA Elders Replacement Program, NAHASDA Rehabilitation Program for Elder Tribal Members, NAHASDA Rehabilitation Program for Disabled Tribal Members, Homeownership Program/Mutual Help and BIA Self-Governance. Rehabilitation refers to repairs or renovations to the home, but does not include appliances, saunas, hot tubs, swimming pools, driveways, fences, etc. Over-Income refers to Tribal members whose income exceeds the income limits set by the Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA). These are listed below. 1 2 3 Base 4 5 6 7 8 $40,264 $46,016 $51,768 $57,520 $62,122 $66,723 $71,325 $75,926 Applications, including proof of current annual income, enrollment and proof of homeownership with the Tribal member’s name on it, must be submitted to the Housing office by Wednesday; July 31, 2019, at 4:30 p.m. Applications received after that date and time will not be accepted by the Siletz Tribal Housing Department. Qualified applicants will be placed in the lottery drawing, which will be held during August on a date approved by the Tribal Council. If you would like an application or have any questions, call Jeanette Aradoz at 800-922-1399, ext. 1316, or 541-444-8316. Siletz Tribal Behavioral Health Programs Prevention, Outpatient Treatment, and Women’s and Men’s Transitional Siletz: 800-600-5599 or 541-444-8286 Eugene: 541-484-4234 • Who’s eligible? •  Prior to making an appointment with a provider – confirm the provider will accept PRC as payment. Benefits are limited, first-come, first-served. • Enrolled Tribal member eligible for PRC • Work with CHA to determine need and 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. Steps to get Life Alert: • • •  Life Alert  Please contact your local community health advocate (CHA) if you think you or another Tribal elder could benefit from Life Alert. • Eligibility Criteria: 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 community options. If you do not qualify for Life Alert at no cost, the Siletz Community Health Clinic will cover the cost. You can reach the community health advocates at: • • • • Siletz – Amy Garrett or Hannah Glaser at 541-444-1030 Salem – Cecilia Tolentino at 503-390-9494 Eugene – Adrienne Crooks at 541-484-4234 Portland – Verdene McGuire at 503-238-1512 CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF SILETZ INDIANS ANNUAL NESIKA ILLAHEE POWWOW August 9 th – 11th, 2019 Pauline Ricks Memorial Pow -Wow Grounds Government Hill, Siletz, OR Thursday, Aug 8th Royalty Pageant – 6 PM Friday, Aug 9th CEDARR Memorial / Giveaways Noon to 5 PM Community Efforts Demonstrating the Ability to Rebuild and Restore Mission Statement We will utilize resources to prevent the use of alcohol and other drugs, delinquency and violence; we will seek to reduce the barriers to treatment and support those who choose abstinance. Presentation of Crowns 6 PM Grand Entry – 7 PM Saturday, Aug 10th Parade – 10 AM Dance competition Categories Points Awarded for Parade participation Golden Age / Adult | $600, 500, 400, 300, 200 Teen | $300, $250, $200, $150, $100 Grand Entry – 1 PM & 7 PM Youth | $150, $100, $75, $50, $25 (Teen & Youth Preliminaries Occur Friday Night) Sunday, Aug 11t h Grand Entry – 12 PM Specials Salem: 503-390-9494 Portland: 503-238-1512 • Team Dance Salmon Dinner • Women’s Basket Cap Special (Open) Following Grand Entry • Round Bustle (Open) All Dancers & Drummers Welcome (Drummers, please bring your own chairs) Narcotics Anonymous Toll-Free Help Line – 877-233-4287 June 5 • Noon For information on Alcoholics Anonymous: aa-oregon.org Siletz Community Health Clinic 200 Gwee-Shut Road, Siletz Alcohol & Drug-Free Event | All are welcome to Attend! Vendor registration is required. Camping fee $25; $5 pet fee / per pet (camping area) Camp Grounds open Thursday at 7 AM For more information call: 800-922-1399 Buddy Lane Ext. 1230 Sponored by Chinook Winds Casino Resort & Pepsi Bottling Co. June 2019 • Siletz News • 9 This is Climate Change: Haley Case-Scott, Klamath Basin This is Climate Change: Samantha Chisholm Hatfield, Willamette Valley From thisisclimatechange.com Haley Case-Scott is a research assistant with the Tribal Climate Change Project with a research focus on supporting Tribal governments and communities in asserting their sovereignty through Triballed policy and legislation, especially when it comes to climate policy. A Siletz Tribal member, she grew up in Chiloquin, Ore., on a family-owned ranch, where she developed an understanding of the environmental issues facing rural Oregon. Many of the trees on her family’s ranch were logged and Klamath County has experienced a water crisis for much of her life, creating conflicts between various water users. Case-Scott has always considered her identity to be partly defined by where she grew up, on land where her ancestors once lived. Climate change has affected her connection to that land and the consequent desire to take action and get involved brought her to the Tribal Climate Change Project, located in the University of Oregon Environmental Studies Program. The Tribal Climate Change Project came into being in 2009 in response to needs of the Tribes to have more information about climate change and ensure that the government-to-government responsibilities between state and Tribal leadership were strong. The project is a way for the Tribes to exchange information and make sure that Tribal voices are heard in the climate policy decision-making process with a weekly newsletter, monthly conference call and online resource guide. In Case-Scott’s experience, Tribes are taking the lead on addressing climate change by contributing an extensive knowledge as to how to take care of the land and being proactive in leveraging resources and using their capacity to understand the issues at stake. Though Tribes are doing as much as they can to prepare for climate change, including preparing vulnerability assess- From thisisclimatechangeoregon.com Samantha Chisholm Hatfield is Cherokee and an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. She works at the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute at Oregon State University and focuses her research on Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK). Hatfield grew up in the Willamette Valley in a traditional household and her father was a traditional hunter and fisherman. Frustrated by multiple instances of Tribal insights and claims being disregarded due to a lack of “evidence” or hard records, Hatfield began to explore why oral and traditional knowledge wasn’t being taken seriously, which over time led her to her current role researching what the pairing of Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Western science practices can tell us about climate change. This focus unintentionally turned into phenology, the study of plant and animal cycles. As the climate has changed, previously reliable seasonal cycles are shifting too: “Springs are earlier, winters are shorter, the seasons aren’t as defined as they used to be”. Fish species that used to travel down rivers at certain times of year “don’t come in or they don’t come out, certain species do or don’t move.” The deer loss issue that fish and wildlife officials were desperate to solve was caused by an invasive lice species that came in with higher temperatures. Years before officials “found” the problem “it was being articulated by traditional hunters.” These shifting cycles have had real impacts on the Confederated Tribes of Siletz. Changing rain patterns means that the salmon fishing season that used to start in September or October may now begin sometime past Thanksgiving, meaning that past seasonal limits and permits for fishing have become misaligned. This same problem is impacting traditional hunters: Lack of food and water and temperature changes have shifted some of the migration patterns of deer and elk along with game birds like duck and geese. Longer and more extreme red tide events have impacted some ceremonies Courtesy photo Haley Case-Scott ments and adaptation plans, the Northwest chapter of the National Climate Assessment outlines some of the unique and devastating impacts of climate change on Tribes. Changing climate conditions will threaten first foods, game species and salmon populations, all of which are both culturally significant to Tribes and vitally important as natural resources. In Case-Scott’s experience, scarce water resources in Klamath County have made it more difficult to protect and maintain fish populations, including the Lost River suckerfish, or C’Waam (Klamath translation), as well as the cultural practices that surround them. For Case-Scott, it’s important to highlight that indigenous people are disproportionately impacted by climate change because of deep ties to their land and the histories that are bound up within that relationship. However, it’s not a oneway relationship: Because of the specific knowledge that has been passed down from generation to generation, Tribes have a unique perspective on climate and environmental changes and are thus uniquely prepared to lead in responding to these changes. Including and centering Tribal perspectives on climate change “allows for everyone to move forward in an equitable way” in mitigating emissions and adapting to a changing world. For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us. Courtesy photo Samantha Chisholm Hatfield that involve gathering seafood, “which can’t happen when there’s a red tide.” The impacts of climate change on Native cultural systems is a major focus of Hatfield’s research and she points to root gathering traditions and ceremonial foods that have become threatened with the changing climate: “If you don’t have those foods in the ways that traditional practices dictate, it throws everything off.” Even the materials that Tribes gather for baskets and traditional cultural regalia are becoming harder to find, especially not at the right time or in the right season. Recent years have brought more focus to the impacts of climate change on Oregon, but Hatfield makes it clear that Oregon’s Tribes have been dealing with the impacts of climate change for a long time and will continue to do so in the future, moving through the painful process of determining which cultural practices can shift and adapt and which can’t. The holistic approach of Traditional Ecological Knowledge can bring insight when paired with Western scientific research practices, but one thing is always still clear: Climate change is here, and here to stay, for Tribes in Oregon. Election Board Application Tribal members interested in volunteering to serve on the Election Board are encouraged to fill out this form and return to Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, Attn: Executive Secretary to Tribal Council, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549; or fax 541-444-8325. The Election Board consists of three board members and one alternate board member. Applications for consideration will be accepted through June 14, 2019. Name: ____________________________________ Roll No: ________________ Address: ________________________________________________________ City: ________________________ State: _______________ ZIP: ____________ Telephone: Day ( ) ___________________ Evening ( ) ___________________ For additional information regarding responsibilities and duties of the Election Board, please refer to the Tribe’s website – ctsi.nsn.us; under the Government Listing Tab select Tribal Ordinances and then select Election Ordinance. 10 • Siletz News • June 2019 Seeking Judges for Siletz Tribal Court The Siletz Tribal Court consists of a chief judge and such associate judges as the Tribal Council shall determine are necessary for the efficient operation of the Tribal Court. Associate judges shall include judges for the Siletz Community Law Court, Siletz District Court, Siletz Court of Appeals and Siletz Gaming Court. The Siletz Tribal Council is considering the reappointment of the chief judge and associate judges, but desires to seek additional individuals who are qualified and interested in an appointment for the courts listed above. For detailed information on qualifications, responsibilities and duties of the Siletz Tribal Court judges, please refer to the Tribe’s website – www.ctsi.nsn.us; under the Government Listings Tab, select Court & Justice, then select Tribal Ordinances, then select Tribal Court Rules of Procedures. Information for Judicial Officers, Qualifications, Terms and Scope of Duties are located beginning at § 3.010. If interested in possible appointment as a Siletz Tribal Court chief or associate judge, please submit your résumé to Siletz Tribal Council, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, Oregon 97380-0549. Résumés will be accepted through June 12, 2019. Career Tech: Education and Job Skills By Diane Rodriquez High school can be a tough time no matter who you are. It can be especially hard if you don’t feel like you fit into the classroom structure inherent in many high schools. Career Tech in Lincoln City is a public charter high school open to high schoolage students in Lincoln County that is operated by Community Services Consortium. It combines traditional classes with technology-based education and helps prepare students for the workforce through four different programs – marine services and natural resources management, woods and metals fabrication, culinary arts and drone technologies. The Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund’s grant of $4,735 in 2018 included funding for mileage, meals, cooking supplies and student incentives for the culinary program. Additionally, the fund provided a grant of $4,560 in 2005 for a student mentorship program. According to the school’s website, “Career Tech is a workplace simulation. This means students are ‘hired’ for a quarter at a time. At the end of each 9-10 week quarter, students meet with their family and school staff for a performance evaluation. We examine productivity (credits earned), attendance and employability skills. Students who are making adequate progress are invited to return. Most students make adequate progress.” Students spend three hours in the morning or afternoon attending classes with an instructor, then are expected to spend sufficient time in online courses Courtesy photo Joel Riverman or in the field in one of the four programs mentioned above to complete their studies. Joel Riverman, education supervisor and science/social studies teacher, said students become part of Youth Crews in these four hands-on programs where they learn skills that will prepare them for the workforce. The culinary program, for example, was launched with help from the Lincoln City Visitor and Convention Bureau (now called Explore Lincoln City), which provided funding and access to the Culinary Center for classes. “The culinary program is tied to the local economy. We’ve talked to employers, the restaurants and hotels, and they’re very underserved with employees with basic skills,” said Riverman. “We work on the soft skills – be there on time, be there every day. We talk about behaving socially responsibly and the proper use of words.” These skills were evident on a November morning at Vivian’s Restaurant and BBQ in Lincoln City, where four students were working under the watchful eye of Vivian’s owner Ann Williams, also the instructor of the Career Tech culinary program. She echoed Riverman’s comments about needing workers with basic skills. She also lamented the lack of affordable housing in the area, which has cost her some of the employees she had hired because they couldn’t find any housing in the area they could afford. The students that morning handled busing tables, washing dishes, general cleaning in the restaurant and some food prep. They never stopped moving and once they were done with something, moved on to another task or asked Williams what they should do next. Williams or one of the line cooks, Bill, patiently explained what was needed and the students got to work. According to Riverman, three of the students in last year’s culinary program are now working in local restaurants. He also said that one student on the woods and metals crew a few years ago ended up working at Camp Westwind (where this Youth Crew goes to learn its trade). He received training in a multitude of things while at the camp and should become a full-fledged electrician in another year. Photos by Diane Rodriquez Above: Two students do prep work at Vivian’s Restaurant and BBQ. Below: Ann Williams talks with a chef at Vivian’s. Even though Career Tech focuses on graduating students with marketable skills, it also encourages students who want to go to college. Having these types of skills never hurts, though, and can even help pay for some of those college expenses. For more information about Career Tech, visit https://careertech.us. Carol Jean Blomstrom – 1946-2019 Carol Jean Blomstrom 72, of Siletz, Ore., passed away April 9, 2019, at home in Siletz surrounded by her loved ones. Carol and her twin sister were born on July 27, 1946, in Toledo, Ore., to Fritz and Marie Chapman. Carol was raised in Siletz with her twin sister, Barbara, and brother, Fritzy. She attended and graduated from Siletz High School in 1964. She then lived in Siletz and the surrounding area. She worked locally in the fish plant and motel industry. She then started and loved working at the Tenas Illahee Childcare Center, where she finished out her career. Carol loved playing Bingo, attending cultural events, gardening and spending time with her friends and family. She was blessed with and left behind three children, Gail Johnson, Perry Johnson and Anthony Blomstrom; nine grandchildren, David Johnson, TJ Johnson, Corey Loving Jr., Joshua Johnson, Ava Johnson, Uriah Johnson, Kai Blomstrom-Florendo, Ash Blomstrom and Mindy Blomstrom; and one great-grandchild, Addiana Butler. She also leaves behind her mother, Marie Chapman; sister, Barbara Wood; and many family members and friends. June 2019 Courtesy photo • Siletz News • 11 Annual Deadlines for Enrollment The deadline to submit an Application for Enrollment, name changes, blood quantum corrections and requests for relinquishment of Tribal membership is the second Friday in the months of January, April, July and September. The Enrollment Committee reviews the applications and requests at its meetings in the months of February, May, August and October. Tribal Council takes action on the committee’s recommendations in March, June, September and November. There is a blackout period for enrollment actions from Dec. 1 to Election Day (first Saturday in February) annually. • • • • Mailing address updates for per capita checks Social Security cards Letters were recently sent out for minors who do not have a Social Security card on file. If you received a letter, please get a color copy mailed directly to Enrollment or take to an area office to have a color copy made and sent to our office. Phone calls and email blasts Occasionally, Tribal departments and area offices send out “robo calls” to give information to a group of people, i.e., elders or by service area, of events that are occurring such as a fish distribution, heat waves, etc. In order to receive the phone calls, you must have a current phone number on file with Enrollment. You can also sign up for email notifications that are sent out by emailing angelar@ctsi.nsn.us. Children NOT enrolled who could be To be eligible for enrollment with the Tribe an applicant must: 1. Not be enrolled with another federally recognized Tribe 2. Be the biological descendent of a Siletz Tribal member 3. Have a blood quantum of 1/16 or more (the Siletz parent needs to have a blood quantum that is equal or more than 1/8, 2/16, 4/32, 8/64, 16/128, 32/256) 4. Submit their original state-issued birth certificate 5. Submit their original Social Security card The originals are examined by staff, copies made and the originals are returned via certified mail when not brought into a Tribal office directly. Within the 11-county service area, the Enrollment Department is aware of at least 20 children who are not enrolled who could be. There are likely many more and we would like for Tribal members to get their child’s application submitted as soon as possible. When your child is not enrolled with the Siletz Tribe, some of the detriments are: • • • 12 The last day to get your mailing address updated in time to not cause a delay in the mailing of your per capita check is Friday, July 12, 2019, by the end of the business day. Any address changes after that date will affect the mailing of the per capita check, causing a delay in receiving it. Please see the information below about address changes and Missing Moccasins. For the full policy regarding per capita checks, please see the Tribal Member Distribution Ordinance on the Tribal website – ctsi.nsn.us under Government Listings > Tribal Ordinances. Address changes If you have recently moved, even if you have a forwarding address on file with the post office, please get your Address & Contact Information Update form in as soon as possible. You can get the form on the Tribal website, from any Tribal office or contact the Enrollment Department to have one mailed to you. All address updates must be in writing to ensure that you have requested the address to be changed. This is for your own security. As a note, “General Delivery” is not acceptable as a mailing address as it is only temporary and the post office will only hold the mail for a limited time for delivery. We have had a large amount of “General Delivery” mail returned and this is not effective in getting mail to Tribal members when we need to. It is much better to rent a post office box if you are not able to use a permanent address somewhere else. If this is a concern for you or someone on the Missing Moccasin list, call 800922-1399, ext. 1258, or 541-444-8258 and we will work with them to figure out a permanent address solution. Help us find the Missing Moccasins! Siletz News • Missing Moccasins do not receive their per capita check on time! In addition, Missing Moccasins do not receive this newspaper, election mail, 1099 forms and other important mail from the Tribe. Are you a parent of a minor Tribal member who did not receive a statement of their minors’ trust account earlier this year? It could be that your child is a Missing Moccasin. The list is updated monthly and more frequently in July and August. The amount of the per capita payment is calculated on July 1, taking into account the amount to be distributed, the number of enrolled Tribal members alive on that day and postage costs. On Monday, July 1, after 12 p.m., you can call 541-444-8224 to hear an automated recording of the amount as well as going to the Tribal website, under the opening page of the member area login, for the written announcement. Where is my per capita check? Per capita checks will be mailed Wednesday, July 31, to the address on file with the Enrollment Department as of July 15, 2019, unless an address update is submitted. • • • • • June 2019 • Scan the QR code above with your smart phone’s camera to see the most recent Missing Moccasins list! • • How much is per capita going to be? If someone does not have a good address and phone number on file with Enrollment, that person is considered a “Missing Moccasin.” Please check the list on the Tribal website for anyone you might know. Your child can receive direct care from the Siletz Clinic and Purchased/ Referred Care through age 18, however, their health care coverage from the Tribe ends on their 19th birthday. Your child does not accumulate funds in a Trust account from annual per capita distributions. Your child is not eligible for JOM (Johnson O’Malley) funds for education and sports fees. • Your child is not eligible for Siletz Tribal Youth Activity funds that are available to all Tribal youth regardless of where they reside ($75 per year). When your child is an adult they will not be eligible for adult education, adult vocational training (AVT) and higher education funding. When your child goes to college, they would not be able to apply for Tribal Student Housing Assistance. There are many other benefits to being a Siletz Tribal member they would be unable to receive. The Tribal Member Distribution Ordinance requires distribution of checks to be initially mailed; therefore, it cannot be picked up at the Siletz Tribal office. Per capita checks cannot be direct deposited. Mail from Siletz takes as long as four days to get to an address in Portland, Salem and Eugene. Please allow for the “snail mail” time before calling to see where your per capita check is. If you are a Missing Moccasin as of Friday, July 12, your check will be held until an updated address is submitted. If you are a “Missing Moccasin” and update your address between Monday, July 15, and Wednesday, July 31, the per capita check will be mailed on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019. All other Missing Moccasins who update their address after Aug. 1, 2019, will have their checks mailed when the address update is received. The adult Missing Moccasin list is now on the Tribal website on the Enrollment page under Government Listing. Please check there to see if you or anyone you know is listed. Policy states you must wait 15 business days (in the case of per capita checks until Aug. 22, 2019) from the time of mailing before you can submit a request for a “stop payment” to Accounting and have the check reissued. This allows time for the check to be returned if it is “undeliverable” at the address to which it was mailed. If your check is returned as “undeliverable,” you must submit an address update to Enrollment in order to have your check re-mailed. Do you have a Tribal ID card? You can obtain your Siletz Tribal ID three ways. This is for adults and children – make plans to get yours today if you do not have one. • Come to the Siletz administration between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to get your Tribal ID in person the same day. If you are planning to travel to Siletz, you should call ahead to make sure the ID machine is at the office as occasionally it is taken to a Tribal event to issue ID cards at the event. Contact your local area office in Eugene, Salem or Portland to make sure the staff member is available for when you plan to go to the office. Have some other form of ID with you so they can confirm your identity. They will take your photo and capture your digital signature. These will be sent to the Enrollment office in Siletz. Your ID card will be printed in Siletz and mailed to you via Priority® Mail. You will receive your ID card in a couple days. If you are unable to go to a Tribal office, there is a form on the Tribal website to request your Tribal ID. You will need to have someone take your photo with a digital camera or smart phone; additional instructions are on the form. Your signature will need to be notarized and a copy of another form of ID mailed so we can confirm the photo emailed to us is you. The card will be sent to you via Priority® Mail and you will have your card in a couple of days. The good thing is that with this updated system and technology, should you lose your card or move and need an updated card with your new address, just call us and we can mail it to you! There is a $5 fee for a replacement ID card. Every Tribal member can have one Tribal ID per calendar year at no charge. If you have to update your Tribal ID for a name change, new address or an updated photo, the Tribal ID is not considered a replacement card and there is no fee. Having a reprint of the same card that was previously issued within the same calendar year is considered to be a replacement card that would require the $5 fee to be paid. Staff will take into consideration catastrophic events for loss of a Tribal ID card to waive the replacement fee. There is a brochure on the Enrollment page of the website detailing the benefits of having a Tribal ID card. Continued on next page 66 Lincoln County students enjoy adaptive swimming lessons funded through STCCF grant NEWPORT, Ore. – In February, the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund awarded $3,733.10 in matching funds for our Spring Adaptive Physical Education Swimming program. Thanks to this generous contribution, our program was able to provide lessons to 66 students. This grant allowed the Lincoln County School District Adaptive Physical Education Program to provide adapted swim lessons to students with moderate to severe disabilities in elementary through high school. The Lincoln City Community Center and Newport Aquatic Center donated their facilities and only charged for lifeguard and instructor fees. Connie Craddock, Adaptive PE assistant for the Special Education Department in the Lincoln County School District, remarked, “I loved seeing the progress of each student. Some overcoming fears, some exploring what they were capable of in the pool by attempting new skills and activities and the majority of them improved their comfort in a pool setting, swimming and water safety skills.” The students in Lincoln City went to the Lincoln City Community Center; youth in Newport, Toledo and Waldport went to the Newport Aquatic Center. Crestview Heights Elementary had six students, Toledo Elementary had three students, Sam Case Elementary had seven, Newport Middle School had nine, Newport High School had 12, Oceanlake Elementary had seven, Taft 7-12 had seven and Taft Elementary had 15 students. The Lincoln County School District Adaptive Physical Education Program teaches students with moderate to severe disabilities to develop gross motor skills. This skill development is accomplished by providing one-to-one instruction, small group instruction and community outings. Students learn the gross motor skills necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle and participate in lifelong recreational physical activities. This includes instruction on how to access community facilities for lifelong health and leisure. Continued from previous page A $7,000 Tribal benefit … Do you know what it is? Will your loved one benefit from it? Obviously, none of us wants to think about passing away and our funeral. Inevitably, it will happen … to all of us. We should do our best to make sure we have arranged what we can. One simple thing you can do is submit your Designation of Death Benefit Beneficiary form to the Enrollment Department. The Siletz Tribe self-funds (Tribal funds) a death benefit to all enrolled Tribal members, including children, for funeral and burial costs. As of May 5, 2019, there are 1,470 Tribal members who have no beneficiary listed for this benefit. Are you, a family member or your children one of them? A mail-out was done in March 2019 to Tribal members with no beneficiary on file and to those with forms on file that were last submitted 10 years ago or more in case information needs to be updated. Please check with your family members to see if they have submitted their paperwork for this important benefit. If you know you have one on file, when was the last time the contact information for the beneficiary was updated if the beneficiary is not a Tribal member? Do you know whom you have listed as your beneficiary? Does your beneficiary know you named them? There is a brochure on the Tribal website that is beneficial for the beneficiary to have. Things Tribal members need to know about death benefits: • When an unenrolled child 6 months or younger passes away and is eligible for enrollment but not yet enrolled at the time of death, the child will be • • • • • • eligible for the death benefit. This includes miscarriages and stillborn children when the family chooses to have a funeral service. The Enrollment Department will administer the death benefit to pay for funeral expenses only. Tribal members need to fill out and keep a copy of the Designation of Death Benefit Beneficiary form. The form can be updated at any time to name a different beneficiary or to update the contact information for your beneficiary. It is extremely important to update your Death Benefit Beneficiary Designation form anytime you marry, divorce or if your designated person passes away. The designated beneficiary needs to be age 18 or older as they may be the one responsible for making your funeral arrangements. Are your children over age 18 now? They need to update their beneficiary. You can now update your beneficiary to include them. The Enrollment Department keeps the original form on file with the Tribal member’s Enrollment file. In the event of your passing, the most recent form that has been submitted is what will be used to determine the beneficiary for this benefit. The beneficiary can be anyone, a Tribal member or a non-Tribal member. They can be a family member or not. The most common beneficiary is a parent, spouse, adult child or someone trusted who will be in charge of making your funeral arrangements. The current death benefit amount is $6,000 and is for burial and funeral expenses. Most funeral homes are willing to work with the Tribe so families do not have to pay out-of-pocket costs up to the benefit amount. Some Photo by Angela Ramirez Lincoln City Mayor Dick Anderson, who also sits on the STCCF Board; Reunion Chairman Traci Dickenson Fischer; and Teresa Simmons, committee member Siletz School Reunion receives STCCF grant, sets ‘old school, all class’ event for Sept. 13-14 SILETZ, Ore. – On May 3, the Siletz School Reunion Committee was awarded a check for $500 by the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contributions Fund. “These funds will go a long way to help make this reunion the best ever,” said Reunion Chairman Traci Dickenson Fischer, “And we greatly appreciate the support of the STCCF.” The “Old School, All Class” reunion for all alumni of Siletz School who were students in a class with a graduation date through 1986 will be held Sept. 13-14. The event will take place at the picturesque Elks Lodge #1664 Campgrounds, Tokatee Illahee Park, located at 20590 Highway 229 approximately three miles north of Siletz. This reunion is not just for graduates, but for anyone who attended Siletz School during that time period. Classmates and their partners are invited to attend Friday evening (Sept. 13) for a social get-together and trivia contest from 7-11 p.m. On Saturday (Sept. 14) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., enjoy visiting with old friends and classmates, purchase tickets for the many items that will be raffled and either bring an entry or vote for your favorite in the cake and pie bakeoff contest. The aroma from Bristo’s Place, conveniently located on site, will lead you to a mouthwatering made-to-order delicacy of your choice at a reasonable price. Order forms and prices will be available soon for advance purchase of commemorative T-shirts and hats. Donations of items for raffles would be appreciated. For more information or to RSVP, contact Traci Dickenson Fischer by phone at 541-961-8843 or by e-mail at tmfischer_07@live.com, or watch for posts on Facebook at “You Know You Are From Siletz If.” Campsites are available but limited, so please reserve your space at Tokatee Illahee Park by calling 541-444-2733. Tribal website: ctsi.nsn.us Enrollment page found under Government Listings, then Enrollment • • • • • funeral homes are not, so please be aware of that. If funeral expenses are less than $6,000, then the unused balance of the death benefit goes directly to the beneficiary. If funeral expenses are more than $6,000, the balance of the expenses is the responsibility of the person making the funeral arrangements. The current amount that goes directly to the beneficiary that is not part of the burial expenses is $1,000 and will be paid directly to the beneficiary. If no beneficiary is listed, the funeral and burial expenses are still paid and the Enrollment Department will work with the family and the funeral home. Any unused balance of the death benefit and the $1,000, however, will go unpaid to anyone. The Tribe has caskets, standard size and “2x,” on hand that have a Pendle- ton blanket liner that can be purchased with death benefits or directly. • If you have specific wishes for your burial, please let your family members know. You may also want to research costs for plots and fees if you wish to buried someplace other than at the Siletz cemetery. • A form to use as a tool in planning your funeral service if you want to provide your family with guidance can be found in the Enrollment section of the Tribal website on the “Death Benefits” tab. If you have questions about death benefits, Tribal caskets, purchasing Tribal Pendleton blankets for use as a liner/wrap in a casket or completing the form, please contact Angela Ramirez or Marlette Roebuck-Knight, Enrollment officers, at 800-922-1399, ext. 1258, or 541-444-8258. June 2019 • Siletz News • 13 STAHS celebrates many spring accomplishments The Siletz Tribal Arts and Heritage Society has been very busy this spring. The STAHS board – consisting of Chairman Gloria Ingle, Vice Chair Teresa Simmons, Treasurer Angela Ramirez, Secretary Shawna Gray, Glendora Osborn, Cynthia Farlow and Celesta Lee – meets once a month to take care of the official business and share what has been accomplished individually by each of the members. Most of what is done is behind the scenes, so here’s an update what’s been happening. The main focus of the board at this time is creating awareness, building interest in and soliciting funding for the proposed Cultural Center with a museum component, “A Place for the People.” To accomplish this, members of STAHS share information whenever they can with the greater community. Because finding the funding is a tall order, the board continues to search for a director with high level fundraising experience to secure the needed dollars required to build the facility. We hope to keep everyone better informed through the newly created website at siletzartsheritage.org. What else are they up to? • • • • • • • May 3 – STAHS received a $30,000 grant from the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund! STAHS is extremely appreciative of the continued support received from STCCF. Teresa Simmons was interviewed by Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lori Arce-Torres on KBCH radio for Chamber Chat. The board was interviewed by Kiera Morgan for the online news website Pacific Northwest News and Entertainment. Angela Ramirez created an outstanding design for sweatshirts and hoodies that are perfect for the coastal climate and can be pre-ordered on the form below.) Two beautiful baskets were purchased to add to the growing STAHS collection of artifacts. Board members Gloria Ingle and Cynthia Farlow attended the Elders Honor Day gathering. The board created a wreath of handmade crepe paper flowers for the Memorial Day Celebration Courtesy photo by Jeri Knudson, JAKs Photography Studio Roger Robertson, surrounded by STAHS board members (l to r) Angela Ramirez, Teresa Simmons, Cynthia Farlow and Glendora Osborn Robertson receives STAHS award at Community Days banquet On April 27, the Siletz Tribal Arts and Heritage Society presented its third annual Cultural Enlightenment Award at the Lincoln City Community Days banquet held in the banquet room of Chinook’s Seafood Grill. The Siletz Tribal Arts and Heritage Society Award is presented each year to a person who has taken measures to promote, celebrate and share the unique qualities, history and culture of indigenous peoples of this continent. The banquet is held annually to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of citizens who through volunteerism have improved the quality of life for those residing in the area. Nineteen awards were given during the evening’s festivities. This year’s recipient, Roger Robertson, is active year-round in more community events than one can imagine, acting as an emcee, announcing on the radio, helping organize, sitting on boards and volunteering to help out at every turn. He can be found at Kiwanis meetings, Chamber luncheons, Stuff a Bus, the Lincoln City Food Drive, at all Angels Anonymous events (he is one of the founding members) and nearly every charitable event that happens during a year. When Chinook Winds Casino was built, Robertson was one of the most vocal supporters, not only of the casino but of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. He has been the emcee or announcer at many events held at Chinook Winds, including the professional boxing matches. Whenever the opportunity arose and to this day, he speaks up on our behalf. It can truly be said that he has been a “goodwill ambassador” of the Siletz Tribe, its history and culture for more than 20 years. STAHS board members Cynthia Farlow, Glendora Osborn and Teresa Simmons, along with Tribal Council member Angela Ramirez, who is also the STAHS treasurer, attended the banquet. Robertson, totally surprised and nearly speechless, was presented his award by Farlow, Osborn and Simmons, with Ramirez cheering them on from the audience. Dental Walk-In Clinic 1. Dental and Optometry a. First No-Show Patient will receive a letter providing notice about the no-show appointment and their requirement to utilize the department’s Walk-In Clinic for appointments. Walk-in availability is first-come, first-served. Patient will be required to utilize the Walk-In Clinic for six months, after which patient will be able to return to scheduling appointments. The Dental Clinic will see walk-in patients every other Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. with check-in by 3:30 p.m. Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Services offered at the walk-in clinic include denture/partial adjustments and chairside relines, fillings, first step root canal, extractions and exams. 14 • Siletz News • June 2019 Walk-in dates June 11 and June 25 July 9 and July 23 Excluded visit types: Partials, dentures, crowns, implants and hygiene appointments will need to be addressed during a regularly scheduled appointment with your primary dentist. Scholarships • Fastweb (scholarship search engine) • Big Future (scholarship search engine) • Pacific Northwest Scholarship Guide (scholarship search engine) • OregonStudentAid.gov. • Extreme Terrain Student Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2019 • Continental Society Daughters of Indian Wars, Inc. – Native American Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2019 • TechChecks Business Leadership Scholarship Deadline: June 15, 2019 • After College STEM Inclusion Scholarship Deadline: June 30, 2019 Important information for college-bound Tribal seniors • Association for Women Geoscientists – Minority Scholarship Deadline: June 30, 2019 • ONAC Student Academic Achievement Awards Deadline: July 30, 2019 • • University of Idaho College of Natural Resources McCall Outdoor Science School Scholarships Deadline: Rolling • • • Internships Applications for Tribal scholarships are available under Education on the Tribal website at ctsi.nsn.us • NBC News Summer Fellows Program Deadline: Ongoing • Master of Forest Resources Fellowships Deadline: Open until filled • HP 3D Printing Engineering Intern Deadline: Open until filled • Pearson Packaging Systems Engineering Internship Deadline: Open until filled Cathern Tufts, affectionately known as “Cat” in the offices and hallways of the Tribal administrative offices and Tribal elder woodcuts, was the Tribal attorney for 14½ years until she passed more than two years ago following a short illness. She graduated from the Arizona State University School of Law and served an internship in Washington, D.C., prior to going to work as an attorney. Her parents and friends wish to honor her life and achievements through this memorial scholarship. The scholarship is open to students in a natural resources field, pre-law and law school. • Wisdom of the Elders Agricultural Incubator Internship Deadline: Various • NW Native American Research Centers for Health Research Support Fellowship Deadline: Rolling • Northwestern University’s Center for Native American and Indigenous Research Undergraduate Fellowships Deadline: Rolling • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Deadline: Multiple • Saturday Academy Internships Deadline: Multiple For more information about • EPA Environmental Research and Business Support Program Deadline: Multiple • National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates Deadline: Multiple • Claremont Native American Fellowship Deadlines: Multiple • Indian Land Tenure Foundation Deadline: Multiple • Environmental Protection Agency Deadline: Multiple • American Fisheries Society Deadlines: Multiple • Oregon Museum of Science & Industry (OMSI) Deadline: Multiple All applications due June 30, 2019 Arthur S. Bensell Memorial Scholarship Arthur S. Bensell was an educator, civic leader, Tribal Council member and Tribal chairman. He spent many years in service to his community and Tribe as mayor of the City of Siletz and Tribal leader. Bensell attended Ohio State University and graduated from Heidelberg College in 1934. During his career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, he served as a teacher, principal and reservation principal in Minnesota, Alaska and North Dakota. Upon returning to Siletz, Bensell became involved in Tribal business affairs and served many years on the Tribe’s Education Committee. He always strived for better educational opportunities for Tribal members. A memorial scholarship fund was established through the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians to honor and award Tribal members in education. The $1,000 scholarship is administered by the Tribal Education Committee and strengthened by various fundraising activities throughout the year. Pepsi – Craig Whitehead Scholarship Pepsi, Inc. donates scholarship funds to the Siletz Tribe and has asked that this scholarship be the Pepsi – Craig Whitehead Scholarship in honor of Craig Whitehead. This scholarship is open to any field of study. June Tribal higher education and adult vocational training applications are due June 30! Attend graduation – congratulations! Make arrangements for your final grades to be sent to colleges/universities. Good luck! Siletz Scholarship This scholarship is open to any field of study. Cathern Tufts Memorial Scholarship the Siletz Tribal language program, please visit siletzlanguage.org. Portland State’s Free Tuition Program PSU’s freshman free tuition program: Four years free – PSU covers tuition and fees for income-eligible Oregon freshmen staring in fall term (resident of Oregon, graduate from an Oregon high school, admissible to PSU as a first-year freshman for fall term, a 3.4 GPA, eligible to receive a federal Pell Grant and enrolled full time at PSU). For more information, visit pdx. edu/four-years-free. June 2019 • Siletz News • 15 Tribal Council Timesheets for April 2019 Alfred Lane III – 4/1/19-4/30/19 Lillie Butler – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC 11.5 6.75 2.5 Ind 11.5 6.75 2.5 4 4.5 2.5 1.5 4.25 5.5 2.5 4 4.5 2.5 1.5 4.25 5.5 2.5 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 12 4/1-3 5 4/4-10 4/11 4 2 2 4/12 7 4 2 2.5 2 4/14-15 4/16-18 4/19 4/22 4/23-24 4/25-29 4/30 TC NICWA Packets, sign checks Willamette Nat’l Forest, packets Special TC – gaming, STBC mtg/ packet NAFOA Packets Regular TC Grand Ronde Kiddie tax mtg, packets Salem, packets FEMA training Loraine Y. Butler – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC Ind .75 .75 2.25 .75 .75 2.25 5 2 2.75 1.25 1 5 2 2.75 1.25 1 3.25 3.25 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 19 14 4/1-4 4/8 1.5 4/9-10 4/11 3.5 1 4/12 6 4/14-15 4/16-18 4/19 2 4/22 4/23 2.5 2 4/25 2 4/27 4/20 NIGA Packets CPT, packets Willamette Nat’l Forest Special TC – gaming NAFOA Sign checks, packets Regular TC Grand Ronde Kiddie tax mtg Salem Concert FEMA training Reggie Butler Sr. – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC 11.75 7.25 3 4 5 2.5 1.5 2.25 .75 2.75 2.5 Ind 11.75 7.25 3 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 12 4/1-3 4 4/4-10 4/11 6 2 4 4/12 4 5 2.5 1.5 2.25 .75 2.75 2.5 7 2 2.5 2 4/14-15 4/16-18 4/19 4/22 4/23-24 4/25 4/26-29 4/30 NICWA Packets, sign checks Willamette Nat’l Forest, packets Special TC – gaming, STBC mtg, packets NAFOA Sign checks, packets Regular TC Grand Ronde Kiddie tax mtg, packets Salem, housing Packets FEMA training Sharon Edenfield – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC 1.25 2.75 Ind 1.25 2.75 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 3 2 4.5 2.5 2.5 2 2 4/1 4/5 4/14 4/19 4/25 STCCF Amity Ed. Foundation Special TC – gaming Regular TC Salem Ind 2.25 1.5 1 3.25 3.25 16 • Gmg STBC ED Tvl .75 1.5 .75 3 1.5 .75 Siletz News • 4/19 4/22 4/23 4/25 4/30 June 2019 3 1.75 3 1.75 3.5 3.25 3.5 3.25 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 3.5 2.25 2 4/12 4/14/15 2 4/22 3 2 4/25 2 4/29 4/30 Regular TC Grand Ronde Kiddie tax mtg, sign checks Salem FEMA training Special TC – gaming, STBC mtg NAFOA Grand Ronde Salem Budget Comm FEMA training Delores Pigsley – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC 2.25 2 2 Ind 2.25 2 2 3.5 3 3.5 4 3.5 3 3.5 4 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 24.5 4/1-4 NIGA, mail 16 4/5-10 Travel home, mail 4/11-13 Conf call for NAFOA, mail, prep for council, agenda items 4/16-22 Mail, agenda items, prep for council 4/23-28 Kiddie tax mtg, mail, agenda items 1.5 4/29 Budget Comm, mail 2 4/30 FEMA training, mail Angela Ramirez – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC Ind 1 1.5 14 2 2.5 2 2.5 1 2 1 1.5 14 2 2.5 2 2.5 1 2 1 4 1 4 Gmg STBC ED Tvl 23.5 2 16.5 4/1-4 2 4/6-10 5 2.5 4/12-13 7 4/14-17 4/18 4/19 4/20-21 2.5 4/22 4/23 3 2.5 4/25 2.5 4/26 3 2.5 4/27 4/28-29 4/30 NIGA Email, packets Special TC – gaming, email, packets NAFOA, email, packets Interviews, email, packets Regular TC Email, packets Interviews, Grand Ronde Kiddie tax mtg Salem, ICW event, email, packets Casino event LCity Comm Days banquet Email, packets FEMA training, email, packets Kiddie Tax, continued from page 1 an amount calculated per the tax rates above and send the recipient the balance after the request has been approved. assist in lessening the tax burden. However, since everyone’s circumstances differ, the Tribe cannot give individual tax advice. What does the Tribe do for reporting to the IRS? Can the Kiddie Tax be avoided? The recipient (now the former minor) will receive an IRS Form 1099-MISC showing the amount of the distribution and the amount withheld (if any) by the Trust and sent to the IRS. How does the child report this income to the IRS? The payment is taxable income and must be reported when the child files his/her tax return. As the rules are very complicated, we strongly encourage you to consult with your individual tax professional. Gloria Ingle – 4/1/19-4/30/19 TC 2.5 1.5 1 Ind Note: IRS Form 8615, Tax for Certain Children Who Have Unearned Income, may be necessary to review/complete in order to determine if the Kiddie tax is involved. And depending on the amount, IRS Form 8814, Parents’ Election to Report Child’s Interest and Dividends, may The Tribal Council is currently consulting with various individuals and firms, and conducting research internally to determine if the tax can be avoided, lessened or at least deferred. Our Tribe is not the only one tackling this issue. Tribal Councils and general membership councils around the country are exploring 1) whether to change the structure or timing of minors’ trust distributions in order to lessen the impact of the new tax rules; 2) whether to delay distributions from minors’ trust accounts or stagger such distributions to reduce the tax impact on minors, students and young adults; or 3) looking at other strategies such as setting up special deferred per capita trusts that are comparable to 401(k)s. Even the timing of reporting a Form 1099-MISC is being debated. 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For more information or to obtain tickets for all concerts, call the Chinook Winds box office at 888-CHINOOK (888-244-6665) or 541-996-5825; or call 888-MAIN-ACT (624-6228). Concerts in the showroom are for ages 16 and older. Comedy on the Coast in the convention center is for ages 21 and older. All events, concerts and promotions are subject to change at the discretion of Chinook Winds Casino Resort. Follow us on Twitter, find us on Facebook or visit our website at chinookwindscasino.com. For more information about events in North Lincoln County, visit lcchamber.com, oregoncoast.org or lincolncity-culturalcenter.org. Sun: 100% Payout Blackjack Tourney Sparkling Sunday Brunch at Siletz Bay Buffet (SBB) Razor Clam Griller at Chinook’s Seafood Grill (CSG) Mon: Smokehouse Special at Rogue River Steakhouse Bearable Mondays Tue: Boomers Club $2 Taco Tuesdays at Aces Sports Bar & Grill Wed: Wine Wednesdays at CSG Fri: Seafood Feast at SBB Sat: Filet Night at SBB Mon-Fri: Happy Hour at Rogue River Lounge (3-6 p.m.) First Tuesday: Boomer Slots Third Thursday: Twilight Slots June 8: UFC 218 viewing at Aces July 13: Beach, Bacon & Brews Hotel rates for Siletz Tribal members Siletz Tribe hotel rates all year round! No longer do you have to guess at what your rate is and worry about higher rates in the summer. One rate for each hotel type is now $79 for standard deluxe oceanfront rooms and $99 for oceanfront junior suites. Tribal members can maintain monthly golfing privileges at Chinook Winds Golf Resort Tribal members receive free greens fees and can walk nine or 18 holes at no charge. If a cart makes golf more enjoyable, it is only $10 for nine holes or $15 for 18 holes. New this year – We offer Tribal members monthly cart lease and golfing privileges starting at $75/month. • Tribal individual cart lease $75/month • Couples membership with cart lease $125/month • Couple membership is eligible for any individual living in the same household as the Tribal member. • Tribal family membership with cart lease $150/month • Couple plus children in the same household under age 24 will have full golf and cart privileges (must be a licensed driver to drive the golf cart.) Golf is an outstanding way to spend some time with your family and friends. Please take advantage of all of our employee benefits and spend some quality time outdoors on the beautiful Oregon Coast. Cory Camilleri is our golf pro at Chinook Winds Golf Resort. 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 Donate to STAHS through Amazon Smile Here’s how you can donate to the Siletz Tribal Arts & Heritage Society (STAHS) painlessly and effortlessly. It’s as easy as 1,2,3,4. Thank you for supporting STAHS! 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. Calling all Tribal member business owners Siletz News Letters Policy 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: 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. 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It is a very integral part of our program and with your help we may continue this service. You are much appreciated. Sincerely, Kitty Bushman, Program Chair In the Siletz Clinic’s Optometry Department, after one no-show patients will not be able to schedule appointments for six months. Patients will have access to our walk-in clinic on the last Thursday of the month from 8:15-11:15 a.m. Patients will be seen on a firstcome, first-served basis on the following dates: June 27, July 25 and Aug. 29. To the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians: We are so grateful to the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund for this most recent grant! Our library staff and patrons have suffered for years with a beat up book drop. We were so proud when we originally installed this book drop, which was funded by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz. We moved it to its current location at the Siletz Public Library after the new building was completed. Unfortunately the book drop was knocked around by a vehicle and we couldn’t afford to replace it. The book drop has been repaired and repainted but the weather has taken its toll – the rusty metal looks awful and the book cart doesn’t quite fit like it should. Attached is a photo of the old book drop and a drawing of the stainless steel replacement that has been ordered. We will send a photo of the new book drop once it is installed – we can hardly wait. Thank you again for the continued support from the Tribe. Our fundraising activities help with maintenance but grants like yours that allow us to replace expensive items mean a great deal to us. Thank you, Siletz Valley Friends of the Library Board Sunshine Keck, Secretary of the Board JUnE 28-30, 2019 Make tracks to Chinook Winds for Bigfoot at the Beach! Experience a wide array of Bigfoot-themed exhibitions, vendor merchandise and informative lectures featuring Finding Bigfoot’s Cliff Barackman and James “Bobo” Fay! Friday, June 28, 2019 Bigfoot escape room open to public - 5pm to 12am Saturday, June 29, 2019 *Bigfoot Lecture with Cliff and Bobo - 10am to 11am Bigfoot Escape room for Conference attendees - 11am to 1:45pm *Bigfoot Q & A with Cliff and Bobo - 2pm to 3pm Bigfoot Escape room for Conference attendees - 3pm to 4:45pm *Bigfoot Town Hall Hosted by Cliff and Bobo - 5pm to 6:30pm Bigfoot Escape room for Conference attendees - 7pm to 12am g bein n i ted r? resvendo strom feomr ail e t n I a ny Blom5738 or . To 996- rt.com tact o Con s at 541cwcres l i @ a b t y e d ton *Ticketed event. Seating for the guest speaker sessions is limited and tickets will be required. Tickets are $6 per person with $5 of each ticket sold being donated to the International Cryptozoology Museum the world’s only non-profit cryptozoology musuem. For more information, or to obtain tickets, call 1-888-244-6665 or 541-996-5825. Sunday, June 30, 2019 Bigfoot escape room open to public - 10am to 4pm Bigfoot Hunt Giveaway Finale - 4pm "It's Better at the Beach!" • On the beach in Lincoln City • 1-888-CHINOOK • chinookwindscasino.com June 2019 • Siletz News • 19 Happy 30th Anniversary to Mom and Dad! Love, D.J. and Nethaniel Happy 3rd Birthday to Annalia Marie Judith Nichuals! You’re such a sweet smart funny little girl. Mommy and Daddy love you soo much! Happy Birthday, Big Brother! Happy 10th Birthday, Ace! Holy cow, you’re in double digits now! We all love you lots. XoXoXo Mom, Andrew, Paisley, Presley, Dad, your aunties, Uncle Bo, Grandma, Grandpa and all your friends and family who love you on your special day! Memories Happy 12th Birthday, Braxton! May your day be filled with so much laughter, love and joy! Auntie loves you, forever and always. Tribal RV park discounts available Tribal members receive a 15% discount on spaces at Logan Road RV Park located in Lincoln City, Ore. Call 877-LOGANRV or visit loganroadrvpark.com for more information.* Tribal members receive a 15% discount on spaces at Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort located in Salem, Ore. Call 877-564-7295 or visit heeheeillahee. com for more information.* *Subject to availability Sitting here watching the daybreak, eating applesauce, toast with butter and coffee (yum, yum, yum) brings me back to when I was a little girl and Dad (Alton I. Butler, Bones, Smokey) would take me to Auntie Ada’s so she could babysit me while he went fern picking or peeling chittum. I remember auntie would sit me down at a little table and bring me peaches, toast with butter and milk. It tasted so good (yum, yum, yum). I miss my daddy and my aunties. Make memories with your family, aunties, uncles, grams, grandpas, cousins, sisters and brothers. That way, they will always and forever be with you. Love, Sylvia Butler Free child ID kits from the Oregon State Police 503-934-0188 or 800-282-7155; child.idkits@state.or.us Happy 8th Birthday to our son, A’den “Brother” Arrisola. You’ve been such a great light in our family. You’re an amazing son and a great brother to Catfish. We love you so much, Brother. Mama, Papa, Catfish and Gramma Happy 3rd Birthday to our little Kelden “Catfish” Arrisola. You’re becoming such a special little man. You bring so much love and joy into our lives. We love you, Catfish. Mama, Papa, Brother and Gramma Submissions to Passages are limited to two 25-word items per person, plus one photo if desired. All birthday, anniversary and holiday wishes will appear in the Passages section. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any submission for clarity and length. Not all submissions are guaranteed publication upon submission. Please type or write legibly and submit via e-mail when possible. Happy 6th Birthday to Nola Navarro! We love you so much! Love, Dad, Casey, and Kendra Tipi Drawing 2019-2020 Siletz Royalty Applications Name: ____________________________________________________________ Applications are being accepted for 2019-2020 Miss Siletz, Junior Miss Siletz and Little Miss Siletz. Applications must be turned in by 4:30 p.m. on June Address: _________________________________________________________ 3, 2019. Phone: _____________________________________ Roll #:_________________ Applications can be sent to Siletz Pow-Wow Committee, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549. For Siletz Tribal members to use during the Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow on Aug 9-11, 2019. One entry per household. Must be a Siletz Tribal member to enter. Deadline for entries is June 17, 2019. Names will be drawn soon after the deadline. Return the form to Siletz Pow-Wow, Attn: Tipi Drawing, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549. Note: You do not win the tipi. The drawing is only for a stay in the tipi during pow-wow weekend. 20 • Siletz News • June 2019 Applications can be downloaded from the Tribal website, located under the pow-wow tab. If you have any questions about the royalty applications or the tipi drawing, contact Buddy Lane at 800-922-1399, ext. 1230; 541-444-8230; or buddyl@ctsi. nsn.us. --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aconfederated_siletz%3Aa18973a69f8436e6. Public record. Not legal advice.