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E Coosh EEWA: The way it is Page 4 Spilyay Tymoo December 18, 2019 Letters to the editor Money game Births The Warm Springs Com- munity Action team is featur- ing Spending Frenzy, a money game, that gives you the op- portunity to manage money. This game for Native Youth will be at the Commu- nity Center Social Hall on Monday, December 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information you can contact Nettie Dickson at 541-553- 3148. Ella Marie Clements- Howtopat Coder Grant Clement and Tylaysha Marie Howtopat of Warm Springs are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Ella Marie Clements-Howtopat, born on December 2, 2019. Ella Marie joins brother Julian Lee Martinez, 9. Grandparents on the father’s side are Ross Kalama Sr. of Warm Springs, grandpa; and Greta White- Elk of War m Springs, grandma. Grandparents on the mother’s side are Irene Marie Garcia of Warm Springs, grandma; and Bob Rabbie of Warm Springs, grandpa. Cosmic Tubing, swim with Prevention The Warm Springs Pre- vention team has some great and exciting youth activities coming up this month. First is nighttime Cosmic Tubing at the Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, this Friday, December 20. About Cosmic Tubing Ski Bowl says: We feature over 600,000 LED lights, laser light shows, black lights, colored lights, rocking music and more— The most fun you’ll have all weekend! Hood’s only dual conveyor lifts are dedicated to tubing, so relax all the way to the top! The team bus will leave from the Prevention Center, 1112 Wasco St. (the former elementary school), at 6 p.m. on Friday; and return about 10:30 p.m. Open to the first 25 kids to sign up. Ages 8 years and older. Contact the Prevention team at 541-615- 0123. Remember to dress warm! The Prevention team will be hosting a youth outing in December to the Madras Aquatic Center. This will be on Monday afternoon, De- cember 30. First 20 kids 8 years and older are welcome to sign up: Contact Preven- tion at 541-615-0123, or 541-615-0036. The bus will leave the Pre- vention Center at 1:15 p.m. on December 30, returning around 4:30. Supplies to bring: Bathing suit, towel, and snack money. Sydney Roberta Poitra Joshua L. Poitra and Ida Tewee of Warm Springs are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Sydney Roberta Poitra, born on December 9, 2019. Sydney joins brothers Jaden, 15, and Benjamin, 14; and sisters Vivian, 17, Aalinah, 16, Kellyann, 15, Independence, 11, and Clara, 8. Grandparents on the father’s side are Lester Poitra and Peggy Williams. Grandparents on the mother’s side are Floyd ‘Slug go’ Tewee Sr., and Vivian ‘Skiv’ Youngman. New CEO of Environmental Council, Conservation voters Dear family, friends and colleagues, I’m pleased to share that I have accepted the position of chief execu- tive officer of the Wash- ington Environmental Council and Washington Conser vation Voters, beginning in early Janu- ary. As the first woman of color to lead this organi- zation, I’m excited and honored to join this dy- namic team of profes- sionals working on some of the most critical en- vironmental challenges in Washington and the region. It’s bittersweet to leave Warm Springs and the State of Oregon. I attribute much of who I am, my values, and my commitment to respon- sible environmental stew- ardship to my upbringing on my reservation. My community, culture, and heritage lead me on this journey to make a differ- ence and drive change. This exciting next step in my career will provide an opportunity to ex- pand upon my past work by providing a platform to directly impact critical environmental concerns that affect the Northwest’s indigenous population and all Alyssa Macy peoples of the region. It is also an extraordinary opportunity to build effec- tive partnerships with a di- verse number of organiza- tions around complex envi- ronmental issues during a difficult political climate, and I do love a challenge. I look forward to stay- ing in touch. My new con- tact information will be available after January 13, and I hope that you will reach out and stay con- nected. Warmest regards, Alyssa Macy (Upon the announcement of hiring Ms. Macy as chief executive officer, the Wash- ington Environmental Coun- cil and Conservation Voters made the following announce- ment:) The work of our or- ganizations requires a leader who can bring communities together around complex environ- mental issues and use our combined strengths to prevail in a challenging political climate. Alyssa’s breadth of ex- perience, proven leader- ship, and commitment to coalition building and au- thentic partnerships makes her the right per- son to lead WEC and WCV. Alyssa’s first day in the office will be January 13. Joan is excited to support and help Alyssa as we move through this tran- sition. With legislative ses- sion starting in January, and an election in No- vember, Alyssa will jump into these activities—and many more—with both feet. WEC and WCV are strong organizations with talented staff, dedicated boards, and an ambitious vision for the future. I look forward to seeing Alyssa become an essen- tial and valued leader in our community. Sincerely, Julie Colehour, board chair, Washington Conservation Voters and Washington Environ- mental Council. A thank you for the Equine White Clay Holistic Wellness program My appreciation to Rosanna Jackson for the in- vitation on the Nine Tribes Youth Camp agenda, re- gards the Equine White Clay Holistic Wellness pro- gram that took place in Au- gust 2019. We saw a good turnout. I would like to take this time to extend my gratitude to Dr. John Spence and Lydell Suppah for the team work in keeping the posi- tive momentum going with the youth and adults who participated; not to mention the Equine White Clay Ho- listic Wellness program is volunteer, and keep in mind these two gentlemen It’ ukdi kadux, I would like to take this time to express my grati- tude to Ricky Graybael, Bill Reynolds and Natural Re- source workers for setting up the livestock panels, en- abling the Equine White Clay Holistic Wellness pro- gram to present at the Nine Tribes Youth Camp, as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs was the host this year. From IHS What a difference a strong nominee makes when it comes to Indian Countr y’s health and wellness. Michael Weahkee, member of the Pueblo of Zuni, was embraced by Re- publicans and Democrats alike as last week he went before the Senate Commit- tee on Indian Affairs for his confirmation hearing. Mr. Weahkee is the new director of the Indian Health Service, an agency that had been without a permanent leader for more than four years. Followiong the tenure of Joan Crooks as chief execu- tive officer, the Environ- mental Council and Conser- vation Voters made a thor- ough and inclusive search for a new CEO. The search yielded a diverse field of very strong candidates. I am now pleased to an- nounce that Alyssa Macy will be the new CEO of Wash- ington Environmental Council and Washington Conservation Voters. Alyssa brings a strong professional background in political action, social justice, and tribal leadership, grounded in a deep, personal connection to our land, our water, and the communities they sustain. Alyssa comes to us from the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon, where she served as Chief Operations Officer for the tribal gov- ernment. Prior to her time at War m Springs, Alyssa worked as the national po- litical director for the Cen- ter for Civic Participation (National Voice) and has run multiple political campaigns, as well as running for school board herself. She has also raised funds for the Native Arts and Cul- tures Foundation, and served as a tribal liaison to state governments. traveled from out of the area. The visitors enjoyed themselves, as well as the community members. Thank you all for imple- menting the wonderful team work, and keeping the posi- tive stamina flowing—That is what makes a Healthy Vil- lage and Healthier Tribes, family and positive energy. God Bless All of You, M o n a C o c h r a n , M, Ed., CADCIII, QMHP— Wasco-Snoqualmie. The Warm Springs Behavioral Health Center 1115 Wasco Street Warm Springs The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Courtesy photos Lydell Suppah, Mona and Dr. Spence at the Equine program. Lydell with Equine camp student. Spilyay Tymoo (Coyote News, Est. 1976) Publisher Emeritus in Memorium: Sid Miller Editor: Dave McMechan Spilyay Tymoo is published bi-weekly by the Con- federated Tribes of Warm Springs. Our offices are located at 4174 Highway 3 in Warm Springs. Any written materials submitted to Spilyay Tymoo should be addressed to: Spilyay Tymoo, P.O. Box 489, Warm Springs, OR 97761. Phone: 541-553-2210 or 541-771-7521 E-Mail: david.mcmechan@wstribes.org. Annual Subscription rates: Within U.S.: $20.00 Dr. Spence with Equine program students. Students with the Equine White Clay Holistic Wellness program, held this year with the Nine Tribes Youth Camp.
