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Tribal Government Day at the Capitol It’s been 35 years since the Legisla tive Commission on Indian Services (CIS) was created by statute. The commission is composed at this time of 13 members - representatives of the state Legislature and the Oregon Tribes. In 1975, then-Senator Victor Atiyeh recognized the need for an entity that dealt with the unique sovereign status of Indian Tribes within our state and for our governments to deal with each other based on special government-to-government relationships. The legislative commission meets periodically to discuss current critical issues that our Tribes and the state of Oregon have in common. According to information issued by the state, the commission: monitors legislation affecting Indians, both while it is being considered by the Legislature and after it becomes law, and assists in presenting information to the Legislature on issues of importance to American Indians in Oregon. serves as the primary forum in which Indian needs are considered, it serves as the conduit by which concerns are channeled through the appropriate network; it serves as the point of access for finding out about state government programs and policies, and it serves as a catalyst for bringing about change where it is needed.” At this, the 35th anniversary of the commission, former Governor Atiyeh was present to remind us of the time when the CIS was being organized. He expressed his fondness for those whom he worked with in the early years of the formation of CIS. Gov. Atiyeh and subsequent gover nors understood how the commission should be constructed, an entity that has endured through all these years despite me to this event. It brought to mind the fact that it’s functions like this that help build community spirit that we should have more of. Delores Pigsley changes in state and Tribal political administrations. Since 1975, the commission has been served by an executive director. Karen Quigley is the present ED who has served ably in this capacity. She has the task of keeping the Tribes updated on current state issues that affect Indian Tribes. Karen is to be commended for leadership in this position. Keizer Community Gathering I attended a prayer breakfast held at the Keizer Community Center. 1 was in vited by Keizer Mayor Lore Christopher. Various participants offered inspirational, and appropriately, non-denominational prayers for America, for Keizer and for other governmental and community enti ties. Mine was for the State of Oregon. This event brought together represen tatives from local churches and various community organizations. It was very thoughtful and kind of the mayor to invite Do you value Siletz Native culture and want to help preserve it? If so, please con sider fostering for the Tribe. The Siletz Tribe needs loving, stable, nurturing homes in all areas. If you are interested, please contact Shawna Henarie, foster care certifier, at 541-444-8275 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1275; or visit www.ctsi.nsn.us/icw.html. Nuu-wee-ya’ «swords» Open to Tribal members of all ages Siletz Salem Siletz Tribal Community Center June 8-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 7-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Salem Area Office June 15-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 27-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Portland Eugene Portland Area Office June 14-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 26-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eugene Area Office June 7-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 6-6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and join other members of your community and Tribe in learning to speak one of our ancient languages. For more information, contact Bud Lane at the Siletz Cultural Department at 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320; or e-mail budl@ctsi.nsn.us. Siletz News * Vietnam Wall The Siletz Community Health Clinic held a grand opening of the new clinic on May 12, along with a health fair for every one in attendance. The clinic is a beautiful facility on Government Hill that will serve the Tribe and the community as well. It is spacious, with state-of-the-art equipment and, when necessary, allows for expansion of services for Tribal members as well as the community in general. As reported by Mark Trahant in Indian Country Today, one change in the health care reform legislation that was signed by the president “... allows services to non Indians so long as there is no diminution in services to eligible Indians ... This means that Tribes can decide, as many have, to serve their neighbors which could be employees or rural residents ... By The Tribe hosted the Vietnam Wall in Newport last month. Tony Molina orga nized the event on behalf of the Tribe. Not only did he assist in the preparation of The Wall, but he also organized the ceremony that recognized all veterans. The task wasn’t easy as he had to stand watch over the wall all night and assisted in properly placing the thousand flags. Tony and the veterans who participat ed in the ceremony represented the Tribe admirably, as did the Tribal members who participated in this ceremony. On behalf of the council, I would like to express our gratitude to all who par ticipated in this important event in loving memory and in honor of all who served in the Armed Services of our country. June 2010 Elders’ Council Meeting June 12 • 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Chinook Winds Casino Resort For more information. please contact April Bender at 800-922-1399, ext 1225; 541-444-8225; or aprils@ctsi.nsn.us Out-of-Area Funding Is Available If you live outside of the 11-county Contract Health Service area, are an enrolled Siletz Tribal member and registered with CHS, then you may be eligible for out-of area benefits. Please call CHS as soon as possible at 800-628-5720. You will need to speak to a CHS worker to receive an authorization number. These benefits are available only through June 30, 2010. You must have services completed and have claims in to CHS by June 30, 2010. Available benefits include: Vision - $400 Medical - $1,000 Send letters to: Introduction to the Athabaskan Language * Clinic Grand Opening STBC Retreat Tribal Children Need Foster Parents 2 The Board of Directors of the Siletz Tribal Business Corporation (STBC) held a retreat to assess and set direction for STBC. All economic development activities are handled by and through this organization. The retreat was a meaning ful exchange of information. broadening the base of patients, smaller clinics could actually grow and have more resources to spend on every patient.” Trahant's comments could very well be applicable to the Siletz Tribe and our clinic. I would like to commend the clinic staff for doing an outstanding job of establishing this new facility. They also accomplished the move from the original to the new facility while, at the same time, faithfully keeping patients’ medical appointments and providing appropriate care. Siletz News P.O. Box 549 Siletz, OR 97380-0549 541-444-8291 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1291 Fax: 541-444-2307 E-mail: pias@ctsi.nsn.us Hearing - $ 1,400 Dental - $1,200 Siletz News is free to enrolled Siletz Tribal members. For all others, a $12 annual subscription fee applies. Please make checks payable to CTSI and mail to Siletz News. 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