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Tr r m m i i w 2 January 27, 2000 Warm Springs, Oregon SPILYAY TYMOO Liz Smith promoted to KWSO Program Director- KWSO radio announcer, Elizabeth "Li." Smith has been promoted to Program Director as of January 1, 21HK). Ms Smith will be responsible for the content and quality of all programming. Li. Smith has been involved with KWSO since High School. "Liz has repeatedly demonstrated to me that she is responsible and hard working," said KWSO Station Man ager, Michael Villalobos. "Promoting Li, to Program Di rector was a no-brainier. Not only is she capable of doing a great job for the radio station, but she is easily the most talented female announcer in the Central Oregon area," said Villalobos. "Warm Springs is fortu nate to have someone this good on their radio station." Smith will continue to deliver the morning news in addition to her su pervisory duties. Liz is only 22-years-old and has been at KWSO for the last 7 years. "Being a radio announcer was my childhood dream," shares Liz. "I started getting into it when I was attending 4-H radio club instructed by Sue Ryan. When I turned 16, my uncle Kcnman, was an an nouncer for KWSO already. As soon as a job opening became available, I applied, got the job, and was trained by uncle Kcnman. It started out as Award winning writer Burl Barer, u I94 Edgar award winning writer from Walla Walla, Washington with extensive experi ence in national media will be talk ing to community members in the Social Hall of the Warm Springs Community Center on Friday the 4lh of February, 7:00 p.m. about how the process of commercial w riting both lor literature and music work. His talk w ill be of particular interest to anyone, young or old who has an in terest in the media especially mys tery w riting, movies and music. The Museum At Warm Springs has changed hours for public visitation. New hours are 9 am - 5 pm, seven days a week starting January 17, 2000. This change is to better accommodate our visitors. Any questions call The Museum At Warm Springs at 541-553-3331. Resolutions-continued from page 1 tcrcst in 161.56 acres, was addressed by Resolution No. 98 16. All purchases were paid from programmed land purchase funds. The Action was taken December 1 4 by an affirmative vote of 6 members, with the Chairman not voting. Resolution No. 9817 approved $2,350,000 for funding the Warm Springs Forest Management Program. The resolution, passed on December 1 4, states that funds are to be reimbursed fromtimbersaies no later than quarterly to the Confederated Tribes from Forest Management Deduction fees. The resolution was passed by the affirma tive vote of 6 members, with the Chairman not voting. On January 10, the Tribal Council passed Resolution No. 9820, enrolling six new tribal members. Cecelia Raven Andy 121099 Elisc Rose David 122999 Tyrcce Todicheni Jones 122399 JoyDceVerna Smith 122899 Andrew Eugene Stacona Jr. 00700 Chad Victor Thurby 010300 The resolution was passed by an affirmative vote of 6 members, 1 member abstaining, and the Chairman not voting. The Tribe recently purchased prop erty for fish and wildlife mitigation purposed in the John Day River Basin, commonly known as the Pine Creek Simnasho District Meeting Date: Thursday, January 27, 2000 Time: 6 p.m. - dinner; 7 p.m. - meeting Place: Simnasho Longhouse Agenda: Gaming Update Spilyay Publisher: Managing Editor: ReporterPhotographer: ReporterPhotographer: ReporterPhotographer: Secretary: Founded in March 1976 Spilyay Tymoo is published bi-weekly by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Our offices are located in the basement of the Old Girl's Dorm at 1 1 15 Wasco Street. Any written materials to Spilyay Tymoo should be addressed to: Spilyay Tymoo, P.O. Box 870, Warm Springs, OR 97761 (54 1 ) 553-1 644 or 553-3274-FAX No. (54 1 ) 553-3539 Annual Subscription Rates: Within U.S.-$15.00Outside U.S. or 1st class in the U.S.- $25.00 Spilyay Tymoo 2000 being just a weekend announcer," remembers Liz. "My day at the of fice starts at S A.M., separating news, PSA's, and other things occurring in the community which arc of in terest." Liz docs local news every fifteen minutes after the hour, Sports, Weather at 7:20 am, and Headline News at 7:30 am. "I've been here ever since, except the time I took off when I was preg nant. I was glad to return to work when I did because my job position became full-time. I have really been enjoying my job," Smith said. Before becoming Program Director, Liz held the News Dircctorjob position. Liz's father is Eldcrd Smith Sr. her brother is Eldred Jr. of Warm Springs, and her mother is Lani Hollingsworth of Culver. Her grandmother is Faye Waheneka who had a big part in raising her while growing up. Liz has a 4-ycar-old daughter and a 1 0-year-old step-son. Her tiancd is Joel Thompson, an employee at The Warm Springs Fire Management Office. "My goal for the year 2000 as the new Program Director for KWSO, is to keep improving the program ming as we go, to deliver the best radio services for our community members as well as the entire Cen tral Oregon area," said Liz. to talk to community Burl's novcliation of the film screenplay The Saint published by Simon and Schuster Pockctbooks has sold over 10(),(XX) copies and been translated into French, Japanese, Hebrew, Chinese and German. Among his many audio produc tions arc the award-winning PBS se ries 1 mages of I ndians and 20th Cen tury Art as w ell as national electronic media campaigns for numerous films. Burl's visit is sponsored by the Central Oregon Baha'i Community. Ranch from Warren Dan Eddleman, using Bonneville Power Administration mitigation funds. As a part of the Pine Creek Ranch transaction, the Tribe obtained an option to purchase the 1 Wagner Ranch! which adjoins the Pine Creek Ranch from Eddleman. Resolution No. 9819 approves, in principle, a Isubordination and Recog nition Agreement with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. The agree ment allows Eddleman to get a loan from the insurance company, while the Tribe also protects its option agreement so that it may be exercised no matter who the legal owner is when the option is exercise. The action was taken January 3, 2000 with 9 members con stituting a quorum. The resolution was passed with 4 members voting in the affirmative, 4 members abstained, and the chairman did not vote. Resolution No. 982 1 , granting Keith Moody a fifty-year homesite lease in the Simnasho area on Tribal land was approved on January 10, 2000. The resolution was passed by an affirmative vote of 6 members, with the Chairman not voting. The Tribal Council approved pur chasing a 191 6, 800 interest in Warm Springs Allotment No. 701, by an af firmative vote of 7 members with the Chairman not voting. The authorizing document was Resolution No. 9822 on January 10. Tymoo Sidney Miller Selena T. Boise Bob Medina Lenora Starr Taw James TJ" Foltz Tina Aguilar ; . ) . it ' N - ' i nJ J ' " H j' j , ' - 1 i , - I Program Director, Liz Smith Pine Grove JR's to This year the Lincoln's Pow wow Celebration will host the Pine Grove JR's Drumming and Singing Contest on behalf of all Pine Grove Jr. Sing ers, past and present. The Contest is dedicated to the Indian Culture way of life, past, present and future. The purpose of this contest is to rekindle the spirit of this traditional group. This group lives what they believe. They walk and talk ihcir cul ture. They arc a great inspiration w ithin our reservation community. Their lives arc a tribute to our Indian way of life. They support our Indian culture. They live it. When thinking of positive aspects of the Pine Grove JR's, we think: ambassadorship, gxdw ill, tradition- . alism, healing, spiritual comforters, humor, fun, friendliness, respect, shared compassion, horsemen, cattle men, hunters, fishermen, craftsmen, athletes, rodeos, caretakers, sacrifice, unity and pride. This drum group needs to aw aken and continue for the benefit of the current and future generations. The younger dcsccndcnts of this very positive group must pass one the Settlement agreement presents economic opportunity Referendum to decide if Tribes should buy majority interest in PGE of the Tribes' involvement in the hydro project project has evolved from "landlord" The Tribal Council will consider, .into active participant, now manag on January 31 a resolution asking fing and owning various aspects of Tribal members to approve acquiring a portion of the Pelton-Round Butter Hydroelectric Project. The Tribal Council is considering a referendum date in late March. The recently negotiated Settle ment Agreement between the Tribes, Portland General Electric (PGE) and the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) includes provisions that allow the Tribes to acquire increasing amounts of ownership, eventually resulting in a majority interest, of the Pelton-Round Butte Hydroelectric Project over the next 35 years. Warm Springs Power Enterprises (WSPE), with guidance from the Tribal Council, has been assisting in negotiating this agreement for over a year. "The agreement calls for a pur chase price that is considerably be low market value. It's a very good deal for the Tribes and a good in vestment in the future," explained Jim Manion, General Manager of WSPE. The Pelton-Round Butte hydro electric project, partially located on tribal lands, has been linked with the Tribes since its construction nearly 50 years ago. Over the years, the Tribes have become increasingly involved in the management of some aspects of the project, although it has remained under PGE ownership. "This unique economic opportu nity is a result of shrewd negotiation combined with on-going regulatory issues," said Charles Jackson, Secretary-Treasurer of the Tribes. "The only way to realistically move toward our goal of economic self-sufficiency is to have control of tribal resources that generate revenue. Taking a share of ownership of the dams achieves such control," he continued. Current situation developed from years of involvement and federal relicensing rules. "Because the project is located partially on tribal lands, the Tribes have been involved with hydropower development from the beginning," said Manion. "The history goes back as far as 1911 when the federal government formally set aside the area as an Indian Power Site Reserve so that it could be used to benefit of the Tribes in the future." In the 1950s, the Tribes opted to support PGE's request to exploit the hydropower potential of the site. Federal and state governments agreed on license terms forthe project, giving the green light for construction. A hydroelectric license defines the way in which a project must be operated, including enhancements for fish and wildlife, recreation and other re sources. At that time, the Tribes en tered into an agreement in which PGE agreed to pay an annual rent for the use of tribal resources and land. hold special drumming and singing contest at annual powwow teachings to the next generations: the honor, the legacy, and the spirit. The original members of the this groups arc: Jacob Frank, Jr. (lead singer) Yuhtccn Frank Dclvis Heath, Jr. Robert Heath, Sr. Nathan Jim, Jr. Eli Little Dallas Winishut, Jr. Charles Dick Eric "Moose" Mitchell Raymond "Captain" Moody Jay Suppah Advisors for this group arc Jacob Frank, Sr., Dclvis Heath, Sr., and Warren "Rudy" Clements. They also received special support from Clint Jacks of the Oregon Stale University Extension Service. Other groups that were started during the Pine Grove JR's initial beginning arc: 1. Wawokiya-Roy Heath, Sr. 2. The Boys-George Clements, Jr. 3. Widcspot-Edw ard Spino, Jr. 4. Art Mitchell Singers-Art Mitchell, Sr. 5. Treaty of 1855-Lcandcr George, Since then, the nature and extent the project. In 1982, the Tribes ex ercised their right to construct gen eration facilities at the reregulating dam. This resulted in the Tribes be ing added to the federal license as co licensee with PGE. In 1985, the Tribes renegotiated the rental agreement to link payment amount to annual power generated from the project. The existing license, jointly held by the Tribes and PGE, expires in December 2001. The multi-year regulatory process to relicense the Pelton-Round B utte project presented a window of opportunity to pursue the option of acquiring a greater stake in the hydro project. In 1995, after early negotiations with PGE regarding future rents were unsuccessful, the Tribes opted to apply to the federal government to be awarded a sole license for project. In that case, the Tribes would have been obligated to purchase the entire project from PGE. Over the last year, PGE, the Tribes, and the DOI have determined that, under current regulatory and market conditions, the course of co-ownership was the most advantageous ar rangement for everyone. "In short, PGE has determined that it' s better to sell a majority inter est in the project to the Tribes than to The 427 MW Pelton-Round Butte Project is partially located on tribal lands. 23rd Annual Lincoln's Birthday Fowwow & Sovereignty Celebration February 11-13, 2000 Simnasho lonqhouee, Simnasho, Oregon Grand entries: Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 1 :30 p.m.; Sunday, 2:00 p.m. Over $16,000 in Prize Money, using the point system Grass Dance, Jingle Dance, Fancy Dance and Traditional Dance Contest for ages 6-12, 13-16, 17 & older. Specials: Golden Age (65 & over) Ladies Dance Contest-sponsored by Raylene Thomas and family. Drumming Contest-sponsored 3 Hand Drum Contest-sponsored by Simnasho Community Round BustleChicken Dance-sponsored by Macky Begay Men's Fancy Dance Contest-sponsored by Stan Whiteman Girls 6-12 Traditional Dance Jr. Queen Matilda Wallulatum For information call Anna Clements at (541 ) 553-3290; vendors call Sandra at (541) 553-3601. Jr. 6. Indian Nalion-Tolus 7. Eagle Spirit-Lcvi Walscy The Pine Grove JR's express great gratitude and appreciation for all the support and encouragement over the year. May the great Creator bless and keep everyone. The Pine Grove JR's, past, present Lincoln's Powwow The Simnasho Community, El ders, and Powwow Committee is once again sponsoring the 23rd An nual "Lincoln's Powwow Self Gov ernment & Sovereignty Celebration. To celebrate the self-government & sovereignty, under the Wheeler Howard Act, adopted and approved February 14, 1938. Activities scheduled arc as fol lows: February 5-Mcmorial and Rejoin ing February ll-6:30-Ncw Joiners and re-joincrs of dancers and drum mers (Pine Grove Juniors Drum). 7: 15-Grand Entry Pageant, followed by a "Special Tribute" Ceremony for departed "M.C." Nathan 8-Ball Jim risk losing the entire project in the relicensing process, explained Manion. "And we believe that a majority interest, rather than full ownership at this time, is a good match with tribal economic goals." Settlement contains many benefits for Tribes. Purchase of a larger stake in the project will ensure a stable revenue source for many decades to come. This stability takes on an increasing urgency as revenue from tribal tim ber operations is projected to decrease sharply in coming years. Hydroelectric power generation is an extremely low-cost source of power. Already, the difference be tween the cost to generate power and its price on the wholesale market is large. This difference is likely to grow advantageously in coming years as the power market continues to be deregulated and competition is phased in. Demand for low-cost power will be high for decades, espe cially considering Oregon's projected population growth. Bobby Brunoe, general manager of the Natural Resources Branch, stated that majority ownership of the project will also result in greater control over the management of natural resources in the Deschutes watershed. "The Tribes have always argued that responsible environmen tal stewardship can be integrated with profitable hydro project operations. We want to make certain we have a resource base that has been well taken by Pine Grove JR's (rejoining) Contest-sponsored by Outgoing and future! Pric money lor the singing col' test is as follows: 1st Plaec-$2.(XX) 2ndPlacc-$l,5(X) 3rdPlace-$l,(XX) 4lh Placc-$5(X) 5lh Placc-$3(X) 6th Placc-$2(X) scheduled events given by the powwow committee, elders and Simnasho Community. February 12-1:30 p.m. Grand En try, followed by dancing and a spe cial, in recognition of special guest, former Governor Vic Ativan. February 13-2:(X) Grand Entry Powwow Honors: The Lincoln's Powwow is dedicated to the values and beliefs, inherited in our native tribal sucrcdncss that has been our strength through the ages. Because of this purpose then, our self-government and sovereignty and the leadership it provides is honored, past, present and future, also: Honors: Children, Veterans, Lcad crsChicfsCouncilmcn, SeniorsEl ders, and Sobriety. care of and that we can pass onto our children and grandchildren. - Project would be purchased at . below market value. The Tribes will gain majority ownership over the'eourse of 35 years, with the first purchase of a one-third interest occurring in 2002. Over the next three decades, the Tribes will then have the option, not the obliga tion, to purchase additional interest in the project bringing ownership up to 50.01 percent of the total. The Tribes already have experi ence financing and operating hydro projects because of the reregulation facility. Costing nearly $30 million, the reregulating generation facility was wholly financed through tribal appropriations and loans. The power from the tribal-owned reregulation facility is sold directly to PacifiCorp under long-term contract. Additional information will be forthcoming. Over the next two months, addi tional newspaper articles and mail ings to tribal members will explain the elements of the Settlement Agreement with PGE and the DOI as well as the benefits and potential risks to the Tribes. This is an important economic opportunity for the Tribes. WSPE and Tribal elders will be involved in providing the information that will help to understand the history and implications of this referendum. If you have questions or comments, please contact Jim Manion at WSPE. J ' - w S