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release the Grand Ronde Tribe from liability regarding existing hazardous substance releases at or from the property, which has a long history of industrial usage dating back to the mid-1800s. The public meeting was attended by approximately 30 people with about half of the audience being either Department of Environmental Quality or Tribal government staff members. Three public comments were accepted after an hour of presentations, including one from Grand Ronde Tribal member Ann Lewis. Cheryl …

graduate of Newberg High School and was raised in Yamhill County, giving him familiarity with the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. He lives in McMinnville with his fiancée and one cat, Kitty. In his free time, he likes to ride dirt bikes and hike. He can be reached at 503-879-1416 or via e-mail at samuel.briggs@grandronde.org. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

the north side of Highway 18 near the South Yamhill River sign has been solved. Grand Ronde Tribal Police Chief Jake McKnight said on Wednesday, Oct. 2, that further investigation by his staff revealed that the owner was arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office on Aug. 23. “The deputy told him he could lock his bicycle to the guardrail so no one would steal it,” McKnight said. The owner has not been able to make it back to Grand Ronde to retrieve his bicycle since then. McKnight said he would …

Health & Education Blackwell named to state's Early Learning Council 10.29.2019 Dean Rhodes Education , Tribal employees , State government Angie Blackwell Early Childhood Education Program Manager Angie Blackwell was appointed by Oregon Gov. Kate Brown and Early Learning System Director Miriam Calderon as one of six new members to the Early Learning Council this week. “Success in career, college and the classroom begins with early learning and preparing our children to be lifelong learners …

coffee, hoodies with a Tribal logo, Spirit Mountain Casino and Willamette Falls on them, and a beaded medallion with the Oregon Duck “O” logo. He deserved all these gifts for all the hard work he did and I felt he deserved more than what Social Security gave him. I also held a small party that included pizza, salad, fruit and cookies at the Tribal Employment Office on Wednesday afternoon. Also present were several of the 477 and Vocational Rehab workers. Program Director Michael Herrin was one of my …

throughout myths and Ikanum connected to Grand Ronde,” says Cultural Resources Manager David Harrelson. The Editorial Board – Chair Siobhan Taylor, Vice Chair Mia Prickett, Secretary Andy Jenness and members Monty Herron and Ron Karten – considered six logos designed by graphic designer Samuel Briggs III before arriving at a final decision. The new logo debuts in the Jan. 1, 2020, edition of Smoke Signals , which has a new masthead. It uses the Trajan font, which is one of the oldest fonts known …

Tribal Government & News Tribal response to coronavirus affecting scheduled April events 03.31.2020 Dean Rhodes Public safety Tribal Housing's annual Easter egg hunt is just one of several events scheduled for April that have either been postponed or canceled in response to the coronavirus threat. (Smoke Signals file photo) By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor As the national, state and Tribal response to the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve and remain extremely fluid, Grand Ronde …

Facebook Live attendees that the Tribe’s Health & Wellness Clinic employees began testing Tribal members for COVID-19 a few weeks ago and so far 20 tests have come back negative and three are awaiting results. “This disease is an insidious one,” she said. “There are so many possibilities for it to spread. If anyone watching this has tested positive elsewhere, please let us know. … As things progress, I just really want to echo Cheryle’s ask and ask everyone to make sure they keep up with hygiene …

a Facebook Live event held Wednesday, April 22, it was announced that all Tribal members 18 and older will receive one-time payments of $400 to help with the financial toll the coronavirus pandemic is taking on individual Tribal members and their families. Tribal members are encouraged to update their contact information with the Member Services Department by sending an e-mail to memberservices@grandronde.org. Checks will be mailed and direct deposits will be made on Wednesday, April 29, Finance …

that Housing and Urban Development incorporates Census Bureau data into its IHBG formula, which uses the terms “single race” and “multi-race” for American Indians and Alaska Natives who live in “formula areas.” HUD’s IHBG “formula area” population would be greater than actual enrolled Tribal members because it includes any Census Bureau respondents who self-identify as either solely American Indian or Alaskan Native or as American Indian and Alaska Native in combination with one or more other races …