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STBC’s new partnership with Ferrellgas includes Tribal members, employees The Siletz Tribal Business Cor- poration is pleased to announce a new partnership with Ferrellgas to provide propane to its RV parks. As part of this new partnership, all Tribal members, cur- rent Tribal administration staff (including non-Tribal members) and current Chinook Winds Casino Resort employees (Tribal and non-Tribal members) are eligible for a special discounted rate on propane they set up through a personal account with Ferrellgas. All eligible individuals living in the Salem area and north over to Depoe Bay and Astoria can call Larry Joholske at 503- 510-0246 for more information. All eligible individuals living in the Albany area south to Medford, Newport and Brookings, etc., can call Jessica Mud- der at the Eugene Service Center at 541- 520-4538 for more information. Special thanks to Cynthia Farlow, who helped with the new contract. Example of discounted rate as of Sept. 8, 2016 (prices will vary based on wholesale cost): • Delivered cost from Portland Service Center (basically Salem area and north, Depoe Bay to Astoria): $1.38 per gallon • Delivered cost from the Eugene Ser- vice center (basically Albany area and south to Medford, Newport to Brookings): $1.48 per gallon LIHEAP ready to help with home energy bills for low-income households What is LIHEAP? • • Residence location LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) is a federally funded program that helps low- income households with their home energy bills. LIHEAP can help you stay warm in the winter. By doing so, you can reduce the risk of health and safety problems (such as illness, fire or eviction). What assistance does LIHEAP provide? • • Heating assistance Crisis assistance (shut-off or final notice) The residence must be located within the 11-county service area. Income eligible The applicant/family must meet the annual income guidelines as determined at the time of intake. • Oct. 1 – Siletz Tribal elders and disabled Tribal members • • Nov. 1 – Other Siletz Tribal households Program Keypoints • LIHEAP is divided into two catego- ries: 1) Heating; 2) Crisis. The maxi- mum award is $700 per household. • Not all households will qualify for the maximum amount. Awards • Household income not to exceed: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Required documentation includes, but is not limited to: • When can I apply? Enrolled Siletz Tribal member The applicant, or a child residing in the household, must be an enrolled Siletz Tribal member. • will depend on family size, income and need. When you make your appointment for assistance, please be sure to have all necessary documentation beforehand or be able to obtain it before your appointment. Social Security cards for all household members (no excep- tions!) Most recent utility bill Current income documents – for each adult household member (e.g. Social Security award letter, unemployment print-out, pay- stubs, etc.) If you need documentation from other departments, make those requests prior to your appointment. $22,626 $29,587 $36,549 $43,511 $50,473 $57,435 $58,740 $60,045 $61,351 $62,656 Contact your area office for walk-in and available appointment times. If you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to call Casey Godwin, Emergency Energy Assistance Program coordinator, at 541-444-8311 or 800-922- 1399, ext. 1311. USDA distribution dates for October, plus Beef and Bean Burritos recipe Siletz Salem Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Oct. 3 Oct. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Oct. 7 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Oct. 17 1:30 – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 18 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20 9 – 11 a.m. For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us. Siletz Community Health Clinic Monday - Friday 8am-5pm We’ll do everything possible to not only provide you with quality health care, but also to involve you in decisions about your health, and participate with you in developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle for the future. Siletz Community Health Clinic offers comprehensive health care to ALL residents of Lincoln County. We accept Private Insurance, Medicare & Medicaid The real eggs are a big hit with our clients and also the whole wheat tortillas are moving fast. I made these burritos at the Siletz warehouse and all of it was made from commodity products, except the spices. Beef and Bean Burritos 24 ounces canned beef, drained and rinsed* 10 tortillas* 1 chopped onion* 1 clove garlic, minced 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained* 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning ½ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste 1 cup shredded cheese* 1 can tomato sauce* 1 sliced green bell pepper* Instant mashed potatoes (to thicken)* Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef, onion, garlic, green pepper and black beans in a skillet until browned. Stir in tomato sauce, Cajun seasoning and salt. Cook 3 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat and thicken the mixture with instant potato flakes, add- ing just a little at a time until it is the desired consistency. Spoon ½ cup beef mixture into center of each tortilla. Top with cheddar cheese. Tuck two sides over filling and then roll up. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little vegetable oil. Fry the burritos until crispy. Recipe makes up to 10 burritos. * Indicates commodity foods used Joyce Retherford, FDP Director 541-444-8393 Lisa Paul, FDP Clerk/Warehouseman 541-444-8279 Call the Clinic for more information 541-444-1030 200 Gwee-Shut Rd • Siletz, OR 97380 Siletz Community Health Clinic Providers Medical Dental Lisa Taylor, Medical Director Dr. Jeremy Vistica, Dental Director Dr. Stewart Tuft, Physician (Family Medicine) Dr. Gordon Stanger, Dentist Dr. Fred Chavez, Physician (Family Medicine) Teresa Carpenter, Dental Hygienist Dr. Stephen Burns, Physician (Pediatrics) Dr. Sean Rash, Physician (Pediatrics) William Fisher, Physician Assistant Optometry When you’re ready to quit tobacco, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) or go to www.quitnow.net/oregon/ Dr. Lorene Stanger, Optometrist October 2016 • Siletz News • 3
