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Gilbert Named Superstar Employee at Chinook Winds Midge Gilbert of Lincoln City, an employee of Chinook Winds Golf Re sort, has been selected as Chinook Winds Casino Resort’s Superstar for the fourth quarter of 2009. In recognition of her accomplish ment, Gilbert was presented with a check for $1,000. A marble tile plaque engraved with her name will be displayed at the front entrance to the casino. Gilbert is the first Siletz Tribal mem ber to be honored with this award since its inception. Tribal Elders, staff of the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission, Chinook Winds directors and selected staff attended the Superstar ceremony. Other employees nominated for this award included James Hoover, Michael Blacketer, Treva Rush, Gretchen Web- berly and Justin Redfearn. One-, five- and 10-year employees also were recognized for their service to the resort. From the 800 Chinook Winds em ployees, only a few are selected to receive this honor each year. To be eligible, an employee must perform his or her duties at a high standard of excellence on a consis tent basis and must exhibit a dedication to internal and external customer service. Once an individual is nominated by casino staff or guests, the nomination must pass several reviews before the final selection. 14 Nominations It’s apparent from Gilbert’s 14 nomi nations that both guests and co-workers think she exemplifies the essence of a Superstar - “She cares!”; “One of the happiest employees I’ve ever seen!”; “She makes me feel at home.”; “More employ ees should have her attitude!” “After the loss of a long-time co worker, she took it upon herself to honor him on each hole, allowing some of the members to participate, which was very special.”; “Her cheerful attitude makes me teel good also!”; “She has the highest standards.”; “I look forward to her coming to work. The good energy and smiles make work a joy. 1 feel lucky to have her.”; “She is the best I’ve ever seen at her job.” “She works outside in all of the elements — that's really hard in Oregon — yet she always has a smile.”; “She is an unbelievably happy person.”; “Even the grumpiest golfers are smiling after talking to her. It makes golfing more fun!” “She has won, and continues to win, the hearts of so many golfers and visitors with her shining smile and warm wel come.”; “She is a proven, hard-working ambassador for Chinook Winds Golf Re Midge Gilbert sort. She deserves to receive the highest acknowledgement for Chinook Winds.” Tribe Launches Healthy Traditions Project, Wants Your Ideas and Input Traditional Foods Grantees By Sharia Robinson, Project Coordinator Are you interested in: m Hed Lake Hand vl Cisppww hidMfts âSaukSfe U kk IAN Stands Huck <4 C<>we*a incka* S«ou* Tito* Mians o* . I • \ .A 0 Ssniee t /V U à * 8tou< Haken /' Wusi H«a«> e«« £ iWno / ■ v . Growing your own food? Learning to identify native plants? Traditional crafts and regalia? Outdoor recreation? Traditional cooking methods? X School «O»«d Healthy activities for your kids? Natan 4 The Healthy Traditions Project is being launched with funding from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to promote the use of traditional foods and activities. CDC recognizes how the loss of traditional values and lifestyle has AAwMta - - •: ~ AM»-PttMtoi Assoc «aber .K - H»»® • Cm attributed to declining health in Tribal communities. The Healthy Traditions Project will give Tribal members the opportunity to learn about and participate in cultural activities. The Healthy Traditions Project will hold community meetings in Siletz, Eu gene, Salem and Portland. Tribal mem bers will be invited to give input on what traditions they would like see revived. Many types of activities will apply to this grant. Examples include, but are not limited to: Community Garden Gathering Excursions (muscles, huck leberries, even deep sea gathering) Hunting/Fishing Farmers Market Hiking Excursions “Float the River Day” Cooking Classes Archery Pow-Wow Dance Practice Food Preservation Workshops (canning/drying/smoking) Think of the possibilities ... What activities sound interesting? What other activities would you like to do? Feedback at the community meet ings will be used to decide what activities will be implemented. Let us know what you think! It you would like more information welcome to come see me at the Tillicum Fitness Center; contact me at 541 -444-9627 or 800-648-0449, ext. 1627; or e-mail healthytraditions@ctsi.nsn.us. Siletz Mat Club Back row, 1 to r: Isaac Butler, Logan Butler, Chayson Metcalf, Kai Skidmore, David Marthaller, Skyler Larson, Bobby Butler, Caleb Galicia and Colton Bun- Middle row: Isaac Kinion, David Butler, Jacob Butler, Sage Butler, Joshley Howell, Robert Schawver, Cheyenne Roberts, Patrick Schawver and Trent Kinion Front row: Ash Bloomstrom, Max Kinion, Micah Martin, Hayden Worman, Tia Butler, Kaden Raever. Tucker Smith, Victoria Butler and Christian Retherford - lot pictured: Matthew Bliss, Gus Garcia, Treigh Garcia, Chelo Garcia, Jacob Dobmeir, Daniel Reagan, Sierra Roberts and Kenneth Johnston Coaches Lee Butler, Reggie Butler, Tony Bloomstrom and Vicki Butler Good luck to the Siletz Mat Club at the state tournament in Newberg. March 2010 • Siletz News 11
