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. “This has been a long time in coming,” Tribal Council Vice Chair Cheryle A. Kennedy said during the Tuesday, Dec. 13, Legislative Action Committee meeting. “I appreciate all of the hard work that our staff has done.” The MOU states that the Tribe and city will form a Policy Committee that will discuss issues and reach further agreements. The committee will be co-chaired by a representative of the Tribe and the city, and will meet quarterly. Earlier in the week, Portland Mayor Charlie Hales signed …

and distributes those funds to nonprofit charitable organizations in 11 northwestern Oregon counties, as well as Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribes. Although she had resigned, George’s presence was felt as she appeared in the Community Fund’s revamped video shown to grant recipient attendees before the checks were handed out. She also attended as a supportive Tribal Council member. “I want to thank you for the incredible work you do for Oregon communities,” George said. “That is what Spirit …

school, including Willamina. Fasana, who has a 4.0 grade point average and is ranked No. 1 in his junior class of 50 students at Willamina High, wrote about the lack of education regarding local Native American Tribes in Oregon public schools. “I believe that all students who graduate should have some simple education about the history of Oregon Tribes, their cultural beliefs, their cultural events and how their governments work,” he wrote in his essay. “The lack of this type of class has caused …

meeting requirement does not work for LCIS members who are Tribal elected officials because Tribes meet in many forums. Therefore, the state recognizes the impracticality of applying this rule to LCIS commissioners because they are elected Tribal leaders and the bill made provision to omit Tribes from the public meeting quorum requirement. I am pleased with the passage of the LCIS bill and what it means for Oregon Tribes.” The bill also clarifies that each of Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribes …

. A similar notice was sent to Water Association customers in October 2014 when two of five water samples detected coliform bacteria. In reaction to the notice, the Tribe provided bottled water at the Dec. 6 General Council meeting for anyone concerned about drinking tap water. General Manager David Fullerton said the Tribe’s priority was notifying the membership and community. “As far as I know, we have not had any specific requests for water from the membership,” he said. In addition, Health …

, especially our Elders,” said Cole. “I just wanted more people to come in and experience Chachalu and the art exhibit and showcase the artists. And it’s just another event at the museum to make the museum alive.” According to Cole, 237 people have visited the “Ikanum” exhibit since it opened in Grand Ronde. Artists featured in the “Ikanum” exhibit are Greg Archuleta, Connie Graves, Tribal Council member Jon A. George, David Harrelson, Brian Krehbiel, Bobby Mercier, Jordan Mercier, Travis Stewart …

, Robert, Kyra, Josh, Ashley, Noah, Eylam, James, Brittney and Jimmy. A viewing/video history was held July 5 at Adamson's Sheridan Funeral Home. A celebration of life was held July 12 at the Tribal gymnasium. I love you very much. Love, Melinda Kenneth Gene Schmid Oct. 29, 1939 - July 3, 2013 A celebration of life will be held for Tribal Elder Kenneth Gene Schmid, 73, who walked on July 3, 2013, in Salem. He was a veteran and is survived by a brother, sister, six children and six grandchildren …

. It was a hazelnut cake with a hazelnut cream filling and a hazelnut waffle cone, topped with the same huckleberry glaze used for the trout. "It's a fun experience. I enjoy going to other casinos," said Nelson. "It's nice to see what other Tribes have been able to accomplish." Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

placed. “I don’t have exact dates for this work, but we expect it to start this month and finish in early July,” said department Communications Director Elizabeth Craig. “This is an example of a government agency doing its due diligence,” Edwards said. “This is part of our opportunity to provide input in the process and it’s of concern when there is potential for a cemetery or burial grounds. This is about awareness and exhausting all avenues of gathering information.” Share On Facebook Share …

Bob Watson was selected as interim executive officer and president of Spirit Mountain Casino. “The dedicated and capable staff of Spirit Mountain Casino has made it the premier casino in the Northwest and Oregon’s favorite attraction,” Watson said. “I’m proud to have this chance to be more closely associated with them and to be of service to my Tribe.” 1995 – Tribal Council Chair Mark Mercier spoke at a symposium at American University in Washington, D.C. He was one of several guest speakers …