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was on Tribal Council, he was acknowledged as a key figure in the effort to win over West Valley residents and business owners in securing support for the casino. He served as Tribal Council Secretary from 1994-95 and reached the vice chair position in 1996, where he served on and off until 2000. The 2017 article noted that Larsen, “has become a walking book of Grand Ronde Tribal knowledge.” “In many respects that is a good description,” Tribal Attorney Rob Greene said in the article. “The thing …

we’ve actually seen a lot of really good changes,” she said. “I feel like these advisory committees are actually listening to us at that table and they’re making the adjustments needed to serve Indian country.” In other action, Tribal Council: Approved a limited waiver of its sovereign immunity with Pendleton Woolen Mills Inc. to purchase 352 blankets. The custom manufacturing agreement requires that waiver; Approved final adoption of amendments to the Tribe’s Fish and Wildlife Ordinance …

-two employees were honored with a combined number of 1,105 years of service to the Grand Ronde Tribe during the third quarter of 2020. During previous years, fall honorees and other Tribal employees typically enjoyed a hearty breakfast served in the Tribal gym. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor group gatherings of more than 10 people have been prohibited, so no celebration is currently planned. Leading those honored in employment longevity was Natural Resources Department Timber …

on Friday, May 26. Almost 200 people gathered with the family for Beryle’s service and her cousin, John Sanchez, traveled to Oregon from the East Coast to perform the services at Beryle’s request. “She was like a sister to my mother, but she was also like a sister to us,” Sanchez said. Like many members of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, Beryle and her family were relocated to California by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1956. She was 21 and living in Tillamook when the family …

with the Grand Ronde Tribe over the years during his tenure with the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, serving as a featured speaker at the Tribe’s annual Memorial Day event and Marcellus Norwest Memorial Veterans Powwow. “The military was a really good fit for me and I ended up staying longer than I thought I would,” he says. “Many Native Americans serve their country in very high numbers compared with overall population.” Sparks retired from active duty in 2007 after 26 years and several …

of Grand Ronde Road. A female who was letting her dog run was advised the area was closed after dark. Driving complaint reported in the area of milepost 29 on Highway 18. Officers were unable to locate the vehicle. Assist outside agency with a report of a hazard in the roadway in the area of milepost 16 on Highway 18. Officers were unable to locate any hazard. Traffic assist performed in the area of milepost 26 on Highway 18. The vehicle was broken down and the driver was offered a ride …

Tribal employee ever to achieve the three-decade mark in employment with the Tribe. Other employees who have reached or surpassed two decades of Tribal service included Housing Department Maintenance Coordinator Lonnie Leno, 28 years; Adult Education Coordinator Tracy Biery and General Manager’s Office Administrative Assistant Barbara Branson, 27 years; Member Services Benefits Administrator Liz Leno, 26 years; Dental Director Eric Webster, 23 years; Human Resources Specialist Cindy Mitchell and Fish …

would remove the BIA from future constitutional amendment elections. In order to amend the Tribal Constitution, it must be approved by at least two-thirds of the voters, provided that at least 30% of eligible voters cast ballots. Registration forms must be received by the BIA Secretarial Election Board’s office in New Mexico by 3 p.m. Monday, June 2. Registration may be sent by priority mail to ensure timely delivery. Forms should be sent to: Secretarial Election Board, P.O. Box 44607, Rio Rancho …

Culture Walking On -- Michael T. Bolton 05.18.2017 Dean Rhodes Walking On Michael T. Bolton Sept. 26, 1967 – May 15, 2017 Michael Bolton was born on Sept. 26, 1967, to Marcia Rife and Edward Bolton Sr. in Salem, Ore. He was one of five children. Growing up with many siblings, Michael knew the importance of taking care of his family. He passed these values on to his own five children, each one of whom he loved dearly. Michael married the love of his life, Faith Helene Bolton, on May 10, 2002 …

Tribal Government & News Letters to the Editor -- Sept. 15, 2018 09.13.2018 Dean Rhodes Letters Dear Smoke Signals : I want to say a big thank you to all who supported my return to Tribal Council. It has always been a pleasure to work on behalf of our Tribal members and dedicated staff who contribute so much of their time and talents to making us the organization we are today. Also, thanks to all those who ran this year for keeping it genuinely one of the nicest campaigns that I have seen …