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Tribal Government & News Election Board encouraging Tribal voters to mail in ballots ASAP 08.19.2020 Dean Rhodes Elections The Grand Ronde post office, located on Grand Ronde Road, is no longer staffed on Saturdays, so Tribal ballots must arrive by Friday, Sept. 11, to make it into the Tribe's post office box in time to be counted. (Photo by Timothy J. Gonzalez/Smoke Signals) By Dean Rhodes Smoke Signals editor Changes at the U.S. Postal Service, such as disappearing mail boxes …

that it controls the site’s future use so that it is complementary to Blue Heron’s development. “The historical and cultural significance of the area surrounding the Blue Heron site cannot be overstated,” said Tribal Council Chief of Staff Stacia Hernandez. “By purchasing this property we are expanding our land base of culturally significant lands within our homelands as well as continuity with the Tribe’s vision.” Tribal Finance Officer Chris Leno said during the Tuesday, Dec. 1, Legislative Action …

,” said Klamath Tribal Secretary Roberta Frost. “During her confirmation hearing, Secretary Haaland talked about protecting Mother Earth. This is so important to us as a Tribe.” “As a matriarch herself, Secretary Haaland understands the complex issues and decisions Tribes make,” Klamath Tribal Council member Willa Powless said. “This confirmation is historic in so many ways, but for the first time it feels like Tribes will be understood and listened to when advocating for our people.” Haaland …

hydro project boundary, so FERC approval to grant these easements will be necessary for us no matter how other property issues are resolved.” The application was submitted in April and could take six to 12 months to review, and will include additional cultural consultation and opportunities for public comment. “If FERC approves, we’ll offer the easements to any federally recognized Tribe that wants to fish or conduct other ceremonial practices at the falls – including the Grand Ronde, Siletz …

development for its membership. After contracts are approved by the Tribe’s attorneys and then Tribal Council, Housing Department officials are hoping to break ground on the 86-acre Rink 2 property east of Grand Meadows manufactured home subdivision by August or September. “At this point, we are gathering an interested list of Tribal members,” Tribal Housing Department Manager Shonn Leno said. “We are awaiting an infrastructure contract and one for a builder, financer and designer partnership. So …

vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus dominated the Thursday, Sept. 9, Facebook Live event held by the Tribe. Spirit Mountain Casino General Manager Bruce Thomas and Human Resources Director Camille Mercier explained the decision that was arrived at after consultation with Tribal Council and the Spirit Mountain Gaming Inc. Board of Directors. Thomas said the decision was to prevent a “runaway situation” at the casino that could affect so many employees that Spirit Mountain Casino would have to shut down …

enough to be a staff person when we heard word that Fish & Wildlife was going to start purchasing property and that they were looking to do this project,” he said. “The first thing that we told them is you have to get wapato back. We are so grateful that we've been a part of this journey and process. I hope we see the beauty of our ancestors in this place.” Then, Jon A. George and his son, Tynan, gifted Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge Manager Rebecca Gomez Chuck with a beaded necklace …

materials and a starter supply of common items requested by unhoused youth. In addition, the agency will provide case management, referrals and essential counseling services at the pop-up centers, according to its application. “We’re so grateful we have what we need to get started,” Anderson said. Healing and helping were the twin themes of the five programs the interns chose this year. Each program received a check for $5,000. Sears said in an email that the interns chose from a list of nonprofit …

an update on her fellowship in Washington, D.C., which she is midway through. The fellowship sponsored by the Community Fund. (Photo by Michelle Alaimo) By Danielle Harrison Smoke Signals editor The 2024-25 Hatfield Fellow Kwani-Fawn Marcellay (Colville) visited Grand Ronde Thursday, April 17, to give Tribal Council and Spirit Mountain Community Fund staff members an update midway through her fellowship in Washington, D.C. and her plans for the future. “Thank you so much for having me …

exist,” she said. “Then, I saw this job and applied because it was what I’ve always wanted to do. That’s why I call it my unicorn job, because it shouldn’t exist but it does and it’s wonderful.” Worthington further explained that typically, positions involving dementia care involve planning activities, caregiving or fundraising for various associations. “These grassroots, community education and caregiver support positions don’t usually exist, so I’m thrilled,” she said. “This is my dream job …