LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
To the editor:
I am hopeful that the tribal election
will present candidates who will have
the insight to prioritize the development
of resources and programming that can
serve to help our tribal members acquire
skills to serve as mentors or caregivers
for our youth and elders.
I see a gap in services for our tribal
members who are incarcerated or strug
gling with addictions and emotional
dysfunction. I hope that we can find a
way to provide positive support for
tribal members when they transition
from correctional facilities back into
our community. There are numerous
barriers and fears that need to be
addressed. Community safety is an
issue too, as well as accountability on
the part of individuals who are released
from correctional institutions back into
our community.
I volunteer at the Lincoln County
Jail to facilitate a talking circle-spiritual
services for women. I take time to write
letters to tribal members, sharing stories
and spiritual messages that might help
them to cope. I urge you to do what you
can to help with this situation too.
1 am pleased to share these words,
written by my son, Chris VanDaam,
regarding his intent and vision for the
future: “I’ve sweated, I’ve been
suffering for those who can’t, and
humble myself. I also try to follow what
I say. I try to let go of my hate, anger,
and jealousy of others. It is not easy,
but I’m getting there. I pray for our
family, myself, all the people and
the earth, and I feel good. I want to be
Chris VanDaam #13960586
2605 State Street
Salem, OR 97310-0505
I also welcome your comments or
ideas you might have about the content
of this letter.
Respectfully,
P.O. Box 586
Lisa Brown
Siletz, OR 97380
Reasons
I’m very interested in the education of
our people
In the health needs of all age levels
In the use of our land and other natural
resources
In the continued economic development
of our tribal programs; and
In our culture endeavors
Qualifications
Good speaking and listening skills
Ability to study a situation objectively
and thoroughly
Physical stamina; and
Woman of integrity and conviction
To the editor:
I would like to announce that I am
a candidate for the 2004 Tribal Council
election in February 2004. My name is
Patricia Ann Butler Fredrickson.
I am a lifelong resident of Lincoln
County. I’ve been employed at Chinook
Winds Casino for the last six years. If
elected, I will do my best to listen and
support each tribal member.
My concerns are about the fishing
and hunting, the elder care, education,
health care for each tribal member, and
Chinook Winds. Our casino was built
for our people to have jobs and health
benefits. I would like to see more tribal
members working for our casino.
Thank you for taking this time to
read this. I’m looking forward to work
ing with our Tribal Council.
Respectfully yours,
Patricia Ann Butler Fredrickson
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Experience
Service on various boards and councils
Years of work with local, state, and
federal programs
Involvement with both federal parties
Knowledge, firsthand, of the political
system
Thank you for considering my
service to and for you as we progress.
Florence Griggs,
AKA Sister Francella Mary
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Editor: Diane Rodriquez
Assistant: Natasha Kavanaugh
If these are what you need, I’m
willing to use my background and
talents to the best of my ability for and
with you, my fellow tribal members.
I do want your and my dreams
to be fulfilled so that we will be happy
and proud to be members of our
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
of Oregon.
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able to carry on our heritage to the
next generation.
“I want to be a leader who does not
drink or smoke weed. I hope others will
help and show pride in our heritage. I
want people to come to me and ask
questions on what they should do. The
reason why I feel this way now is be
cause of a talk I had at the sweatlodge
with Tyler, an elder who is from the
Klamath area. I know I have the tools
to do these things. I just need to use them.
“I have memories of the Sundance
in McDermott. I would welcome letters
from others about our traditions,
medicines, and tribal ways that can help
me to help the people. Sending my
peace, love, and respect. Sincerely,
Chris VanDaam.”
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