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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR To the editor: At last, someone has expressed my sentiments regarding the “elders pay ment” starting at age 70. I believe Rose Kentta (Siletz News. June 2006) has spoken for all of the elders not yet 70. 1 agree with her suggestion of com promise and that the council should seriously rethink the age on distribu tion of elders payment. An elder is an elder is an elder. Years ago, our government told us we weren't Indians anymore. Now our own tribe is trying to tell us we aren't Hi, everybody! Just wanted to say To the editor: My name is Christopher Dale elders until we're 70. There has to be a way to treat all elders thanks to the guys at Housing Mainte Elliott. I am a descendant of Chief To the editor: fairly regarding this revenue distribution. You have no idea what a little extra income would mean to this “old soul.” Thank you for your time and hope nance for the super good job they did at my apartment here at Tolowa Court. They did a real good job. Keep up the good work. My fam fully other elders will respond as 1 have ily and I appreciate the nice apartment and a compromise can be reached that the Siletz Tribe provides for us. will benefit all of our tribal elders. Kenneth J. Hall Tommy Thompson, grandson of Coquelle Thompson, and proud son of my mother, Tina Marie Thompson. If this family is part of you, then you are a part of me. If these people meant something to you. then you know they are all de ceased as well as Gina Marrie____ Th Sincerely, ompson and Tamie____ Thompson, Virgene F. Blair who were the last people I knew as fam ily. I’m in need of a support group, pen pals, etc., from my Siletz Tribal roots. You can help by coming forward To the editor: Relatives of the Ancestors, With summer approaching, we have a number of very special oppor tunities just around the corner. Our Culture Department sponsors the “Nadosh,” world renewal feather dance ceremony. This is a very special time, when persons are encouraged to “set aside negative feelings” so we can con duct ourselves in a good way. As a tribal member and certified prevention specialist (CPS), I can truly understand the struggle that our Native people face to exist in the world today. It is my traditional knowledge gained through the generosity of numerous elders and spiritual teachings that helps me to strive for the balance that is nec essary at this time. I believe that it is crucial that we realize as individuals, to share and re spect, plus trying to be honest and kind. It is with this intention that I plan to run (again) for a seat on our 2007 Tribal Council. I continue to spend much of my time acquiring the knowledge, skills, and education to provide services to assist tribal members to eliminate bar riers. share about ideas that can create plans for financial sufficiency, and con cepts to assure emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. I realize how much time and effort it takes to represent our interests and be accessible to the tribal membership. It is for this reason that I am so strongly in opposition of our council members who are also employed full time. Representation as a council mem ber prevents our employees from being present and accessible on a regular (M- F, 8-5) basis at the jobs for which they were hired. It is not an equitable prac tice and something should be done. I appreciate our council members who speak up for the unmet needs and ask questions that are difficult. I still ask. Where are the minutes that were posted to the Web site? Where is the public online forum for membership to ask questions and receive a timely response? What are we afraid of sharing? Grand Ronde puts their minutes openly posted on the Internet. So let's step up to the plate and do the same! Please make certain you are regis tered to vote. If you did not receive a ballot, contact me and I'll make cer tain that does not occur this time! It is time to speak about the needs of our people and to identify solutions and resources. We are our greatest re source; open and honest communica tion will be the key to our success. I look forward to hearing from you and receiving your vote in the 2(X)7 election. Respectfully, Lisa L. Brown. CPS Gwe-Shvt-Naga ----- Z Lama. The Center for Sacred Studies is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustaining indigenous ways of life through cross-cultural spiritual prac tices, ministry and education, and a commitment to peace and unity for all people. The 501(c)3 number is 77- 0572410: P.O. Box 745, Sonora. CA 95370. Or you can send funds to me - Agnes Baker-Pilgrim, 1036 SW K St., Grants Pass, OR 97526 and I could mail you a tax write-off copy. Thank you. Agnes Baker-Pilgrim Siletz News Letters Policy Send letters to: Siletz News, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is published once a month. Our editorial policy encourages input from readers about stories printed in Siletz News and other tribal issues. All letters must include the author's signature, address, and phone number in order to be considered for publication. Siletz News reserves the right to edit any letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of a letter that may contain profane language, libelous statements, personal attacks, or unsubstantiated statements. Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Siletz News, tribal employees, or Siletz News P.O. Box 549 Siletz. OR 97380-0549 Please note: The general manager of the Siletz Tribe is the editor-in-chief of Siletz News. c. .. • Siletz News .. . • Editor-in-Chief: Brenda Bremner Editor: Diane Rodriquez Assistant: Laurel Johnson 1 July 2006 .... - Agnes Baker-Pilgrim (---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ) -- -------------------------- ---------------- Tribal Council. Please type or write legibly. Letters longer than 450 words may be edited for length as approved by Tribal Council Resolution #96-142. 2 if you are family or if you just want to To the editor: lend a helpful word. It is much wanted On Oct. 11, 2004. 13 International and needed. Indigenous Grandmothers came to I’m a 26-year-old man who is at gether at Phoencia, N.Y., the first time in the history of the world, praying for . this time in his life lost without family or true friends. Thanks for your time peace and taking better care of our Mother Earth. and concern. At that time, I was elected as their chair Write to Christopher Dale Elliott. person. What a humbling experience. FDC# 69148-065, Sheridan, OR We were brought together through 97378. the Center for Sacred Studies in Sonora, Christopher Dale Elliott Calif. As 1 am the only grandmother from the state of Oregon, I'm asking for funds to help out. Any amount is welcome as I need $5,000 before Oct. 5, 2006, as we are all to go to India as we have a personal audience with His Holiness the Dalai 541-444-8291 or 1-800-922-1399. ext. 1291 Fax: 541-444-2307 E-mail: pias@ctsi.nsn.us Deadline for the August issue is July 10. Submission of articles and photos is encouraged. Please read the Passages Policy on page 24 when submitting items for Passages. Member of the Native American Journalists Association | | I I Siletz News is free to enrolled Siletz Tribal members. For all others, a $12 annual subscription fee applies. 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