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to the Tribal community.” Professionally, Jordan says, he wants “to continue to serve the Grand Ronde Tribal community and government in the best way that my capacity and skills make possible, focusing on whatever issues and needs are most relevant at the time. “Personally, I hope to be living in Grand Ronde with my wife, Amanda, and our daughter, Ila (who also is a member of the Tribe), and at least two more kids.” Amanda says about her husband that “he has a good heart and that he really loves …

on the Housing Authority Board of Directors, discussed the vision for the future and stressed self-sufficiency. “Self-sufficiency is one of the most significant things we are tasked with helping our Tribal members to achieve,” Bobb said, “so that they can stand side by side with others in this society as equal and not count on, or rely upon, the support of those who do. “Self-sufficiency, since the time of our Restoration, has been a goal, has been a mission and an expectation for our people, our …

said. “The largest, most expensive and most dramatic project will be Willamette Falls. … A written agreement is probably a good idea, but I also like the ideas of meeting regularly and sharing food.” Metro District 3 Councilor Craig Dirksen talked about plans for the proposed Chehalem Ridge Nature Park, which would include 1,200 acres on top of Chehalem Mountain between Newberg and Hillsboro. “Parks and open spaces are near and dear to my heart,” he said. Metro is working with the Tribe …

, June 1. The new 4,000-square-foot grand exhibit hall features a large gallery space to showcase the Tribe’s history and offer a deeper understanding of those who came before. Chachalu Manager Julie Brown said the museum’s success is a testament to the many talents of Tribal staff. “We have several outside department staff to extend our appreciation to in this endeavor,” she said. “Personally, my involvement with Cultural Resources and Chachalu development is the most important contribution I have …

shoulder. A week after the season, she had surgery, followed by eight months of rehab. During the middle of her junior year season, she tore her shoulder again. That meant a second surgery and several more months of rehab. However, her recovery was not progressing and she was told by a doctor a third surgery meant being medically retired. “I was crushed, crying and in a dark place,” Lopez said. “I had to deal with a lot growing up, but the thing I loved the most, that I was the most passionate …

, including traveling to Portland once a week to play with the Mount Hood team since February, graduating high school a year early and training up to seven hours a day in the summer. “I feel an incredible sense of pride in my daughter for working so hard to achieve her goals. … Her sense of dedication and commitment, even through the most difficult times will take her far in anything she does in life,” she said. Other family members include stepfather David Berry, father Thomas McKnight …

Culture Tribal member Lisa Watson becomes Portland City Club's first Native American female leader 01.12.2018 Danielle Frost People By Danielle Frost PORTLAND -- Tribal member Lisa Watson smiles when she is asked about her quick rise from member to president of what is known to many as Portland’s most influential civic club. “It’s been a really crazy ascension to this position,” Watson, 51, says. “I was asked in late March to be president-elect, which meant taking on the role of president …

Culture Annual event celebrates first foods 06.05.2018 Danielle Frost Culture , Health & Wellness , Events By Danielle Frost A young boy spoke the words likely on the minds of most while waiting for the annual First Foods Celebration to begin. “Can we eat now?” The celebration of Tribal staples from pre-contact to post-Reservation continues to grow, with approximately 150 attendees sampling an array of items gathered and prepared by Culture Committee members and others. Held on Saturday, June …

, June 25. Leno, 66, was first elected to Tribal Council in September 1996. He served as Tribal Council vice chair for 11 years before being elevated to Tribal Council chair by his fellow council members in September 2012. His 21 years on Tribal Council is the most of any Tribal member who has been elected by the membership since 1983’s Restoration. “It has been a quick 21 years,” Leno said while announcing his intention to not seek re-election. “When I think of being on council, I always think …

extra tags the Tribe now distributes to members for either an early or late hunting season each year. “I’m trying to develop a baseline assessment of needs for hunting and fishing opportunities for Tribal members,” Belonga said. “What I would like to do is develop this baseline assessment of what Tribal members want in terms of hunting seasons and hunting regulations. What I’m most interested in is what do they want to see out of that program within the scope of what we can do. Right now …