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government-to-government relationships seriously," said Grand Ronde Chairman Mark Mercier. "I hope this will be the starting block of an effort between all of us." 1991 - Tribal Chairman Mark Mercier and 1991 Junior Miss Grand Ronde Tara Leno presented Willamina Elementary School Principal Joan Rivenbark with a $1,500 check on behalf of the Tribal Council to help purchase computer equipment for the school. 1986 - Tribal Powwow Committee co-chairs Val Grout and Greg Archuleta reported that the theme …

. Last year, about 60 Tribal students attended Chemeketa, said April Campbell, a Tribal member and manager of the Tribal Education Department. "I think the biggest advantage is that the new facility allows the McMinnville Chemeketa campus to offer more classes," said Campbell. "That will really help our students who are living in McMinnville and seeking a transfer to a four-year institution. "Prior to the new facility, students working toward transfer degrees traveled to the main campus in Salem …

perfect sense" for both sides. Bobb came with his wife, Connie, and for the first time this year Tribal member Cory Bobb, their son, came with his wife, Jennifer, daughter, Tribal member Keira, and son, Tribal member Logan Bobb. "I wanted to come out and support my dad," said Cory. "He designed the float for the last couple of years, but this is the first time I could come. I know these floats mean a lot to him." Another first-timer at the event was Tribal member Tracy Howerton, who came …

traveled to Illinois to wrestle on the Oregon National team. He won "a couple of matches," said Leland, but suffered with a broken hand that happened "fooling around" the day before they left. "I had his hand wrapped up for these matches," Leland said. "Both Oregon teams finished in Gold Division, the top division," said Leland. "This was Matthew's third trip to nationals," for sixth, seventh and eighth grades. "He's the only kid so far to do that." They came home for a week, and then headed …

stepped down. Tribal Elders Mabel Gaston, Ila Dowd and Nora Kimsey had a combined 58 years of service on the committee. 1996 - Jan Michael Reibach, a security guard at Spirit Mountain Casino, was featured. Reibach moved from Gresham to Grand Ronde to take the job. "I am very grateful for this because it changed my life in a positive way," Reibach said. 1991 - Tribal Chairman Mark Mercier discussed the establishment of Tribal trust funds for Education, Housing, Health and Government. "With time …

Tribal Government & News Letter to the membership regarding Tribal Council vacancy 06.07.2012 Michelle Alaimo Tribal Council May 31, 2012 Dear Tribal Member, Please be advised that Valorie Carol Sheker's seat on the Tribal Council has been declared vacant. This is in accordance with Article VI Elections Sec. 6. Vacancies of the Tribal Constitution. ARTICLE I -ELECTIONS Sec. 6. Vacancies. In the event that any elective tribal office becomes vacant between elections, the Chairperson shall …

lead us in the future." Elder Marcella Selwyn watched her 3-year-old granddaughter Rayauna Meneley dance in her first powwow while wearing her first regalia. Selwyn said she spent the week before making the jingle-style dress, including moccasins. "She said, 'I want a dress that makes noise,' " Selwyn said. At powwow, under the tent, "Rayauna looked at her feet and looked at Sage (her cousin, also dressed in regalia and ready to dance), and she was out dancing," Selwyn said. New Tribal Royalty …

an additional $3,000 for the projected $360,000 project. Hawthorne not only waived his usual $4,000 speaking fee, but also gave back the $400 honorarium provided by the Cultural Resources Department to help defray his expenses. 1997 - The Tribe's Health & Wellness Center was operational with doctors James Malloy and Glenn Gerritz on staff to see Tribal patients. Molloy left his Sheridan practice to join the center's staff. "I love it and I'm really enjoying it," he said. 1992 - Tribal receptionist Karen …

. "They have gone above and beyond to make sure all our concerns were addressed," Karnosh said. "They came up to Grand Ronde to get a firsthand look at the Tribe and meet the people. And the finished product is really, really impressive. I can't say enough about everybody's contribution. I'm overwhelmed." This latest addition to the Tribal Historic Signs Project was officially unveiled in the park's Nature Center on Saturday, June 23, under tentative skies that held for four hours for about 50 people …

served as chairman of the Governor's Task Force on Veterans Affairs in 2009-10. "I made the suggestion," he said. "Ken took it up and took off with it. Those guys really believe in the veterans and we want to give a big thank you to the vets for all they've done for the U.S. It was a very entertaining night. The crowds are fun to watch." There is no date yet for the anticipated installation of the new pillars, said Tribal Elder Dakota Whitecloud, chair of the Tribe's Veterans Special Events …