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were honored for 29 and 28 years of employment, respectively. Rounding out the quarter century or longer mark were Billing Supervisor Sunni Ulestad with 26 years and Clinic Business Office Manager Melody Baker, 25 years. Other employees notching 20 or more years of employment with the Tribe included Employee Relations Manager David DeHart and Compensation/HRIS Specialist Becky Mode, 24 years each; Spirit Mountain Community Fund Executive Director Angela Sears, 23 years; Tribal Police Chief Jake …

of the United States. We were born here. We got a roll number with the federal government. I think they got a tough job and every time we try to throw up a roadblock, they can’t do their job, and it makes it even tougher.” In addition, Giffen said, “the bottom line is our sovereignty is governed by the federal government. You know, if we throw a roadblock up to the government agents coming in, they could take that sovereignty away in a heartbeat. They’ve done it once already. So, you know, I’d …

educating about HIV, AIDs and prevention, is to support individuals living with HIV/AIDs and prevent new HIV infections. Spellman is treasured as a spokesman-educator and for his ability to encourage diverse audiences to take courageous actions toward safe sexual practices, self-awareness and understanding. "Our time for detours grows ever so short," Spellman said. "Abdicating our birthright to be of service to our entire global family is no longer an option." The award winner in the paid non …

a significant need for improved housing and economic development, but because the federal government respects the Tribe's ability to assess community need and to implement solutions for those needs," she said. "The grant is significant not only because of its size, but because we received it at a time when the federal government is making so many cuts to the budget. All of us have been told not to expect any help from the federal government, but here we are receiving this grant." Kennedy said …

and processed them." "I was glad to hear of their environmental concerns," said Nan Hage of Oregon City, a former assistant director of the John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center. "I'm just so appreciative that folks like our speakers tonight are willing to share like this," said Sue Heublein of Molalla. "I've always heard stories of when the Europeans pushed westward. The took what they needed from the Indians, but didn't want to give anything back. Here we are all these years later, and maybe …

jewelry. She loved arts and crafts and made her own greeting cards, a favorite among those who received them. Pearl was the holder of all the family lore and loved to share those stories with younger family members. She loved to reminisce of family and days gone by. Pearl loved tending to the flowers outside her apartment and feeding the wild raccoons and cats of the neighborhood until she was no longer able to do so. She was such a loving and caring woman who will be missed by all who knew her …

high-level governmental vacancies - general manager and finance officer. Tribal Council members who attended the recognition event included Vice Chair Jack Giffen Jr., Ed Pearsall and Jon A. George, who gave the invocation. Tribal Council members June Sherer and Denise Harvey, who were unable to attend, sent e-mails to staff before the event, thanking them for their efforts. "I am so thankful that we have such dedicated and loyal employees working in our organization," Sherer said. "Please know …

members questions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Many Tribes have expressed that visiting with each other is also another fun part of the day,” Quigley said. “All nine Tribes generally participate.” Tribal Council Vice Chair Chris Mercier said that Oregonians still know far less about Tribes than they could. “So we need to take these opportunities to let them know who we are, that we still maintain our own traditions, that we still have our own governments, and that overall we are a part of mainstream …

and effectiveness, and so it is with great honor that I welcome the next Hatfield Fellow, Traven, into my office,” Bonamici said. “This fellowship will give my office and the Oregon congressional delegation an opportunity to learn more about issues affecting Oregon Tribes and give Traven a learning experience that will be beneficial to him in the future. I look forward to working together and seeing all that he will accomplish.” Joseph will begin his fellowship in November with a monthlong orientation …

, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde operates an education program that spans all ages,” she said. “We recognize that language is so important to the existence of our people, that language is a priority.” 2008 – The fourth major expansion of Spirit Mountain Casino was celebrated and opened to the public. An opening ceremony was held, guided tours of the new Events Center were conducted and guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar. Guests also received a no-limit food voucher to the new Cedar Plank …