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certification. A Drug and Alcohol Certification was awarded in May 2001 and the department received its Mental Health Certification from three credentialing agencies -- Indian Health Service, state of Oregon and Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. 1997 - The Tribe celebrated 14 years of Restoration. The festivities included a meal, historical displays, blessing of the Sacred Hide created by Jon A. George and a mini powwow. Speakers included Marvin Kimsey, Margaret Provost and Tribal …

2023; Approved a loan not to exceed $8.9 million to Spirit Mountain Gaming Inc. to fund the purchase of new slot machines and the casino’s surveillance system project. The loan will be funded by the Tribe’s line of credit; And approved accepting an approximately $240,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Human Services that will be used for substance abuse and family preservation efforts, said Children & Family Services Program Manager Kristi Petite during the Tuesday, Nov. 15, Legislative …

Development and Lands Director Jan Reibach noted that the site, located near McMinnville, includes an existing parcel with a new access easement, and that the Tribal Lands Department and the Natural Resources Department have worked with the BPA to bring this project to its final acquisition phase. “Through this program, the Tribe has done really well,” Reibach said. “How the program works is you have 100% external funding and we get to acquire lands, and the Tribe gets to own the land and reestablish …

earned to either direct member payments and benefits or transfers to reserves. The remaining 25 cents is allocated to operation of Tribal governmental programs. The 2018 budget was sent out to the Tribal membership in the November Tilixam Wawa and was the topic of the November General Council meeting held in executive session. During the Tuesday, Dec. 26, Legislative Action Committee meeting, Finance Officer Chris Leno said the Tribe received four written comments about the proposed spending …

. It wasn’t all about keeping it in the Tribe. I think sometimes Tribal Council gets more credit than we need because what we do would be impossible without our employees. It is great for me to see our employees who have passion for the Tribe.” Cultural Resources Department Manager David Harrelson also spoke to attendees about what service to the Tribal community has meant during different periods in history. “We only have (approximately) 5,400 Tribal members, but the work this government does …

to resolve these delays as soon as possible. Please know claims will be processed and turnaround times for both claims and customer service calls are our top priority.” Fagan said the delays are being caused by the implementation of a major system upgrade and staffing shortage issues similar to those being experienced by other employers throughout the country. “We are dedicated to resolving these issues and providing the level of service you deserve,” she added. “Members can choose to reach out …

. A memorial service will be held at Grand Ronde Tribal Plankhouse achaf-hammi at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. Kimberly Sue LaBonte Dec. 26, 1967 – Nov. 1, 2024 Tribal Elder Kimberly Sue LaBonte passed on Nov. 1, 2024, at the age of 56. Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham is assisting the family. A viewing is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the funeral home. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at the funeral home. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article …

on Friday, May 26. Almost 200 people gathered with the family for Beryle’s service and her cousin, John Sanchez, traveled to Oregon from the East Coast to perform the services at Beryle’s request. “She was like a sister to my mother, but she was also like a sister to us,” Sanchez said. Like many members of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, Beryle and her family were relocated to California by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1956. She was 21 and living in Tillamook when the family …

. General Manager David Fullerton announced that Rowe had been named Indian Health Service Health Director of the Year and would be honored at a June celebration in Portland. “It’s a great honor for her and we’re really glad she is receiving that,” he said. Next, Cultural Education Specialist Cristina Lara updated the membership about the Museum of Natural History Tribal Internship Program in New York City. Pre-pandemic, two Tribal members between the ages of 14 and 18 were selected to serve …

. It’s been 26 years since Grand Meadows, located on Tribal property at McPherson and Grand Ronde roads, opened a 36-lot manufactured home subdivision to Tribal families. Housing Department officials have repeatedly said a second development is long overdue. In 2020, Reece and Associates of Albany was selected to conduct a property development plan for the new site. The first phase includes 20 single-family homes on 10,000-square-foot lots. The Tribe’s current housing options typically have …