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and Brenda Tuomi. Kathleen George and Harvey also serve on the fund’s Board of Trustees. Attendees watched a 12-minute video that surveyed the Tribe’s history and featured organizations that have been helped by Community Fund grants. Dozono then quizzed grant recipients with questions that were answered correctly. “I am privileged to have been on the board 21 years,” he said. “It is the best job I have ever volunteered for. I get to hand out checks to organizations that deserve it.” He also asked …

and has subsequently flourished, albeit with its share of struggles and growing pains. The first three-day Gathering of Grand Ronde Tilixam, held Wednesday through Friday, April 11-13, in the Tribal gym sought to give Tribal members an opportunity to connect, remember the past and learn how to best take care of the community into the future. “Tilixam” means “people, family or gathering” in Chinuk Wawa. Evidence of that could be found in historical photos and sketches that lined the walls …

a survey error today, we couldn’t do anything about it because of that language that was inserted.” Merkley also discussed legislation he is working on with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Republican from Kentucky, to restore hemp farming in the United States. The Hemp Farming Act of 2018 is scheduled to be included in the Senate version of the Farm Bill. Greene called the legislation the best that has been written for Native American Tribes because it places them on the same footing …

meetings, it is clear that the work we are doing here in Oregon is the best in the country and we should be proud.” The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde hosted the summit, which rotates among the Tribes on an annual basis. Approximately 275 people attended the event. The summit opened with the Grand Ronde Honor Guard bringing in the colors, followed by members of the Grand Ronde Tribal Council and representatives from Oregon’s other eight Tribes. Drumming and singing was led by Cultural Advisor …

Human Services Transportation Plan, creating a new one and combining the two into an overall Transportation Plan. Senior Engineer Zachary Horowitz discussed the background of the plan, work-to-date and future goals. “We’re trying to find out the needs of the community,” he said. “Where we are going, for what reason and what we can do better. We want to gather as much information as possible and figure out the best use of Tribal money for the Grand Ronde community.” Part of the firm’s research …

of Trustees Chairman Sho Dozono introduced Tribal Council members in attendance, which included Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy, Brenda Tuomi, Kathleen George and Jack Giffen Jr. Kathleen George and Giffen also serve on the fund’s Board of Trustees. Attendees watched a 12-minute video that surveyed the Tribe’s history and featured organizations that have been helped by Community Fund grants. Dozono then quizzed grant recipients with questions that were mostly answered correctly. “This is the best job I …

challenges that restored Tribes face in obtaining funding. “In closing, Tribal police forces are grossly underfunded and Tribes nationwide are suffering from staggering violent crime and victimization rates,” Tuomi said. “PL 280 Tribes and those facing the challenges of Termination and Restoration are disproportionately impacted by this underfunding. When determining how to best allocate its funds, the Tribe asks that increased and targeted funding for those Tribes be given a high priority.” Share …

was proud that the copy of the Chinuk dictionary gifted to his class is already showing signs of wear after just a few weeks. “The kids are in it all the time,” said Hart. “There is a major interest. The more we incorporate this into our classrooms the more people realize and appreciate what really the history of this valley is. Mercedes has been phenomenal to work with.” Hart said one of the best experiences he and his students have had during the school year so far occurred very naturally while …

– probably one of the most cost-effective moves we did down there. I think that was really one of the best improvements we made.” As he walked through the remodeled property, Dillon pointed out a new ceiling lighting system that allows him to control the colors and movement of the ceiling from an iPad in his desk. He said he can change the patterns and colors to fit any theme the casino is hosting. For instance, he can turn the ceiling green, for example, on St. Patrick’s Day if he desires. The property …

unstoppable as she led us to our 1982 federal sovereignty re-recognition. Those same traits led to businesses as well as programs that benefitted Tribal members’ health, education and housing needs. Her influence and impact extended and benefitted many at the state and national level, too. She was a beloved Cow Creek Tribal member. Her loss is deeply felt.” Quigley, who worked for many years with Shaffer on the Legislative Commission on Indian Services, said that she was the best kind of champion …