LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
To the editor:
Hello Tribal Members:
I’d like to say a huge thank you to
I would like to take a little time to
thank all the Tribal members who sup everyone who voted for me in the 2008
elections. I hit the fl(x>r running, with my
ported me in this year's election.
Every few days I lake a ride around first set of meetings the very next week.
In addition to the Council meetings, 1
Siletz, just to look at all the building
have been assigned as the Tribal Coun
that is going on in our town.
Some of these projects have been cil representative to the Health Com
mittee. Northwest Portland Area Indian
in the planning stages for many years.
I am proud to have been on the coun Health Board. COHO Benefits Commit
cil and watched some of the past tee, and alternate for the Oregon Indian
Education Association, Oregon Indian
counciI’s dreams come true.
Education Council, Siletz. Management
The Fitness Center: I try to work
Incorporated Board, and Government
out at least four times a week. Haven't
lost any weight yet, but I have lost to Government Safety Cluster.
I have submitted my resignation as
inches and I feel 100% better.
They have started to build the Assistant General Manager, effective
much-needed repository building for May 31, or when the job is filled. Tribal
Administration advertised the job for
the storage of our Tribal collections. It
should be finished before pow-wow. If 30 days and is now in the screening
you have been up at the culture offices process. I am certain they will find a
lately, you know how much we need well-qualified candidate to assume the
this building. We are looking forward position, at which time I can focus more
to the day when our museum is built clearly on my Council duties.
I am thankful for the opportunity that
and our collections will be out for all
is before me to serve the Tribal mem
to enjoy and share.
ber-ship in this new capacity. Il will be
The USDA building is almost ready
sad for me to leave my employment with
to move into. 1 took a little tour today.
It is huge and is so nice. It is going to the Siletz Tribe. I have been working
be a great place to store our food, and here in one capacity or another, off and
easy access for the big semi trucks and on, since 1983. I know that I will be
working in a different capacity on the
for Tribal members.
The new gym is huge and it is awe Tribal Council, but 1 hope to put as
some. It is good to know that the Siletz. much effort and energy into those re
Tribe supports its youth. Hopefully, the sponsibilities as I have during my em
ployment.
fitness center and the new gym will
Again, thank you for electing me
help promote healthy and happy adults
to Tribal Council.
and children.
Sincerely,
We are looking forward to the fu
Tina M. Retasket
ture expansion of our health clinic.
The housing office expansion is
almost finished. This expansion will
provide offices for the new Force Ac
count, which I am happy to say has been
a great success. They do a great job.
This summer the units at the
Lakeside properly in Lincoln City will
become a reality.
It has been a busy last three years
since I was elected to the Tribal Council.
I am looking forward to the next three
years. I will try hard to always listen to
your concerns and make decisions that
are good and fair for all our people.
Thank you,
Loraine Y. Butler
CASINO RESORT
To the editor:
On behalf of Chinook Winds Casino Resort and the Confederated Tribes of
Siletz Indians, we want to present the opportunity to participate in our First An
nual Oregon Native Market. This event (on May 23-25, 2008) was created to
host authentic Native Products and Artisans from across the country with a focus
on the Northwest. We are asking for your participation in a number of ways.
First, please spread the word amongst your Tribe regarding this terrific and
cost-effective opportunity to present their products and creations. We are offer
ing booth space for only $25 per 10X10 space for the weekend. In addition,
Chinook Winds Casino Resort will be hosting a Native show starring the incred
ibly talented Robert Mirabal in celebration of Oregon Indian Week.
The second opportunity to participate is as an attendee. Even if you are not
exhibiting, we want you to celebrate with us over the weekend. Please come and
support your fellow Tibal artists and craftsman and spread the word!
Last but not least, please assist us in making contact with those whom you
think would make a great fit for this event. While we are very active in contact
ing Tribal Vendors, we know there are more out there that we don’t know about.
Thank you for your time in reading this letter as we look forward to speak
ing with you in person. Hope to see you where "It’s Better at the Beach.”
Best Wishes,
Revelle Lewis
Candi LaBonte
Group Sales Coordinator
Marketing Coordinator
541-996-3297
541-996-5738
Revellel@chinookwindsgaming.com
candil@chinookwindsgaming.com
Dear Valued Partner:
1 am writing to let you know that, effective May 30, 2008, the Oregon Depart
ment of Human Services is implementing a tobacco-free campus policy at approxi
mately 50 worksites. The policy will apply to all employees, clients, and visitors at
those locations. As a valued DHS partner, we want to let you know about this change
well in advance and request your assistance in making this an easy transition.
The new policy initially will prohibit the use of all tobacco products in any
DHS building and surrounding campus wholly owned or leased by DHS. As we
renew leases al other locations, the policy will be extended to those sites as well.
Eventually all DHS campuses will be tobacco-free.
We hope you share our enthusiasm about this change. Through it we are
creating healthier environments for ourselves and our visitors, and are serving
as examples of the healthy behaviors we encourage in others. We also are work
ing with other state agencies as they consider adopting similar policies.
We have worked diligently to ensure the success of this policy. Most of our
recent efforts have been focused on preparing employees by educating them about
the policy and launching a quit campaign. However, we want to make certain
that people working with DHS also are prepared for the policy change. We have
cessation resources. We encourage you to make use of this information and to
share it with others. To access these resources, go to www.dhs.state.or.us/tobfree.
Thank you for your support as DHS takes a big step toward a healthier DHS
and a healthier Oregon.
Sincerely,
Bruce Goldberg, M.D.
Director
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