Search

INFO: The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde intends to apply to a Brownfield Cleanup Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to support redevelopment of the tumwata village site. The public is encouraged to join this meeting where information will be shared regarding the grant application and plans for the site. Attendees will learn about plans, have the opportunity to ask questions, and leave comments on the plans.

Link: The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde | Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde

Culture Tribal Elder Diane Linton Giffen walks on at 80 07.30.2012 Michelle Alaimo Walking On Diane Agnes Linton Giffen April 30, 1932-July 26, 2012 Tribal Elder Diane Agnes Linton Giffen, 80, a resident of Sheridan, passed away at home on Thursday, July 26, 2012. She was born April 30, 1932, in Oceanlake, Ore., the daughter of George L. "Dewey" Linton and Geraldine M. "Toots" Mercier Linton Martin. Diane grew up in Grand Ronde and graduated from Willamina Union High School in 1949. Edward W …

Tribal Government & News Tribal Council Ordinance amendments approved 10.27.2016 Dean Rhodes Tribal Council , Spirit Mountain Casino Tribal Council approved amendments to the ordinance that governs how its nine members conduct themselves as a group and individually during the Wednesday, Oct. 26, Tribal Council meeting. The amendments incorporate portions of the Tribal Council Operating Procedures that are used currently. It also better defines council member roles as liaisons to Tribal …

Culture Walking On -- Roy Walter Zimbrick 12.02.2019 Dean Rhodes Walking On Roy Walter Zimbrick Roy Walter Zimbrick Dec. 19, 1933 – Nov. 26, 2019 Roy Walter Zimbrick was born Dec. 19, 1933, to Matt and Marie Zimbrick in Portland, Ore. He passed on Nov. 26, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Zimbrick of Grand Ronde; son, Grant Zimbrick and his wife Dorothy of Denver, Colo.; daughter, Dana Wilson of Grand Ronde; grandchildren, Chris (Maria), Emily (Charles), Anna (Jono), Lee (Amanda), Vince …

of Andy Riggs Road. Suspicious vehicle reported in the area of milepost 1 on Gold Creek Access Road. Tuesday, Dec. 14 Police officer hold occurred in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Felony assault arrest occurred in the 700 block of Northeast Fourth Place in Willamina. Criminal mischief reported in the 100 block of Wind River Drive. Wednesday, Dec. 15 Criminal mischief reported in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. Theft reported in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Attempt …

Culture Walking On -- Michael Thomas Michelle 01.11.2022 Dean Rhodes Walking On Michael Thomas Michelle March 22, 1954 – Dec. 26, 2021 Tribal Elder Michael Thomas Michelle walked on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, surrounded by his wife and family. He was the son of Tribal member Frank Michelle and Rosemary Underwood, both deceased. Michael is survived by his love of 40 years, Adeline “Bonzo” Winishut Michelle; sister, Carol Goodnow of Washington state; brother, Richard Michelle of Grand Ronde, Ore …

Tribal Government & News Grand Ronde Police Log -- Aug. 29-Sept. 15 09.30.2021 Tribal Police Thursday, Aug. 26 Motorist assist performed in the area of Tyee and Grand Ronde roads. Abandoned vehicle found in the area of Hebo and Old Fort roads. Assist outside agency in the 100 block of Northwest Main Street in Willamina. Animal complaint received in the area of milepost 25 on Highway 18. DUII arrest occurred in the 27100 block of Salmon River Highway. Friday, Aug. 27 DUII/recklessly endangering …

Country crimes. Second, it authorized the states of Alaska, California, Minnesota, Nebraska, Oregon and Wisconsin to prosecute most crimes that occurred in Indian Country. Tuomi outlined the Tribe’s law enforcement history since Restoration. In 1997, the Grand Ronde Tribe entered into an enhanced service agreement with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office because of the Tribe’s remote location and slow police response. The Tribe, through Spirit Mountain Community Fund grants, spent more than $6 million …

offices with a design cost of $660,000 and construction costs undetermined. Community input will determine most of the programs offered at the center. Webb is hoping to secure federal grant money for construction of the project, which is tentatively slated for 2025. Electric vehicle charging stations: All buildings on campus will have electric vehicle chargers added in the future, with all new buildings constructed as EV charging ready. One solar charging station was installed at the Tribal …

Tribal Government & News ATNI Winter Convention held in Portland 01.31.2023 Danielle Harrison ATNI , Tribal relations , Federal government , State government Tribal Council Chairwoman Cheryle A. Kennedy laughs during her opening remarks at the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians’ 2023 Winter Conference on Monday, Jan. 23. The conference, held in Portland from Sunday, Jan. 22, through Thursday, Jan. 26, welcomed an estimated 200 representatives from Tribes across the Pacific Northwest …