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Spilyay Tymoo Coyote News, est. 1976 Wasco Chief election Families and individuals of the the Agency District last week nomi- nated candidates for the Wasco Chieftainship election. There are seven candidates at this time: Leona Ike, nominated by Lena Ika and seconded by Natasha Ike DeBiaso. Alvis Smith III, nominated by Mona Smith Cochran and sec- onded by Leona Ike. Garland Brunoe, nominated by Urbana Manion and seconded by Cecelia Brunoe. Wissie Smith, nominated by Marcia Smith Soliz and seconded by Alfredine Smith. Danny Martinez, nominated by Rosemary Alarcon and seconded by Caroline Cruz. Dondi Hoptowit, nominated by himself and seconded by Austin Smith Sr. John Katchia Sr., nominated by Sharon Katchia and seconded by Rayann Satanus. A suggested timeline and the Agency voting list is available for review. By the timeline, the election is scheduled to happen in April. Free water filters with the Chuush Project Learn more about the Chuush Project on Friday, March 1 at the Community Wellness Center Social Hall. The evening will include an opening song and blessing, and a meal. There will also be informa- tion and a demonstration of water filters for homes and community locations. This will be a chance to sign up to receive a free water filter. The PacificSource and Colum- bia Gorge Health Council are con- tinuing to work with the Confed- erated Tribes of Warm Springs Health and Welfare Committee, Emergency Preparedness, Pre- vention, and Fire and Safety to help find reliable, cost effective and sustainable solutions for dis- tribution and access to safe driv- ing water for the tribal nation and community. Free pet health clinic in April A Warm Springs spay-neuter clinic is coming up in April, for both dogs and cats. Free services include spay or neuter, vaccines, microchip, and flea and tick preventions. The clinic dates are April 20-21 at Warm Springs Fire and Safety. To register call 503-451-0765, or see the website: Firstnationsvet.com/war m- springs-nation February 21, 2024 - Vol. 49, No. 2 Wiyak’ik’ila – Winter - Anm PO Box 489 Warm Springs, OR 97761 ECR WSS Postal Patron U.S. Postage PRSRT STD Warm Springs, OR 97761 New vehicle for optimum fire response A new addition at Warm Springs Fire and Safety is a class 3 fire response vehicle— the first brand new Fire and Safety truck in more than 20 years—equipped with four- wheel drive, allowing crews to respond to both structure and nearby wild land fires. “This is a tremendous help,” said Scott Spaulding, Chief of Fire and Safety. “We can now respond to areas where before we couldn’t.” Fire and Safety had been limited in fully re- sponding to a fire burning in grass or trees with the blaze moving toward a structure or neighborhood, for instance. The new vehicle helps with these and similar situations. Chief Spaulding consulted with Public Safety General Man- ager Nancy Seyler, Secretary- Treasururer Robert Brunoe, and assistant fire chief Chelsea Bea- ver in determining the type of new vehicle that would best serve the community. The class D. McMechan/Spilyay Fire crew members Chelsea Beaver, J’Von Smith, Cayden Martinez and John Brown by the new fire truck. 3 four-wheel drive, also providing greater water and equipment capac- ity, was the clear choice. The vehicle is top of the line, coming in at $315,000. Chief Spaulding worked with the Oregon Fire Marshall in Salem to secure the funding. Fire and Safety often works in coordination with Fire Manage- ment, and in mutual aid with other agencies of the region, in respond- ing to fire emergencies. The new truck is a great addition to the fire safety resources of reservation community, Chief Spaulding said. Another project that is in the planning phase is a new fire station, A vote to determine CP expansion The Daminwa health and pain relief products are the tribes’ first hemp-based market items. Daninwa, Kiksht for ‘of all time,’ is a collection of hemp tinctures and topical lotions or ges, as marketed by the Warm Springs CP Enterprise. The items are available online and at the Plateau Travel Plaza. A proposal from War m Springs Economic Develop- ment and the CP Enterprise is to expand the availability of this and possibly other hemp and cannabis products at a retail D. McMechan/Spilyay Toya Pérez, showing some of the Daminwa products, works at the Plateau Travel Plaza, where Daminwa is available. as the current FEMA trailer facili- ties are getting old, and the brick part of the building is currently un- usable. “A new station would be tremen- dously helpful,” Spaulding said, “so we could fit everything inside, and always have the vehicles warmed up and ready to go.” Meanwhile, a new four-bay structure will be going in across the street from the current facilities, in order to help house the vehicles and equipment. The department and Public Safety worked on this project with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Fire and Safety strives to have the best tribal member recruit- ment program. “We bring on qualified tribal members,” Chief Spaulding said, “and we can also bring on people with no training who have shown an interest in our field. We can put them through school, and we’re doing that here in-house. It’s specifically for tribal members.” Fire & Safety continues on 2 store or stores, located on trust land, such as at the Travel Plaza, or on the reservation. That is the referendum question the mem- bership will answer on April 3. The effort could help further carry out the tribal referendum of 2015, allowing the tribes to operate in cannabis production. “Shall the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Res- ervation authorize the Tribal Council to: Allow, license, regu- late and operate a tribally-owned retail sales facility to be located on-reservation and-or on trust land for sales of marijuana and related products for the legal possession and use of small quantities of marijuana by adults 21 years of age or older on-res- ervation,” is the specific question of the April 3 referendum. At the Simnasho Traditional Powwow The Simnasho Traditional Powwow committee would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for all the assistance in seeing through a successful alcohol- and drug-free event and social gath- ering. A special thanks to In- dian Head Casino for their con- tribution in recognizing our vet- erans and elders; to Papalaxisha, Vio Vaeth, Charlotte Herkshan and committee for Tiny Tots; and to those who we honor and, of course, our upcoming future. Thank you to Master of Cer- emony, Mr. Carlos Calica, and our floor managers (Whips); our cooks for making the wonderful meals: Amy Suppah and Shamona Charley, also Charlotte Herkshan and Minnie Yahtin on meal contribution; and outgoing Lincoln’s Powwow Royalty Cha Cha Ramirez, many thanks for second, third etc.): Sue Matters/KWSO In place of the annual Lincoln’s Powwow,this year Simnasho hosted the Simnasho Traditional Powwow. Visitors and locals enjoyed specials including Inter-Tribal, the Owl Danc, and more. The event was a great one, enjoyed by all! carr ying our title as Lincoln’s Pow- wow ambassador. As powwow chairman, for the hard work of the committee in the planning process to make this event successful: You are appreciated. A good time was had by all! Austin Greene . Simnasho Traditional Powwow The following are the official champion results of the 2024 Simnasho Traditional and Social Powwow (in order of finishing, first, Friday Specials: Women’s Put’laPah Contest. Katrina Miller, Yakama. Audrey Olney, Yakama. Kristina Kal. Men’s Round Bustle Contest. Xander Danzuka, Warm Springs. Cecil Jackson. Wilbur Oatman. Tiny Tots, sponsored by Papalaxamisha, Charlotte Herkshan and Vio Vaeth. Saturday, February 10 powwow Junior Girls’ Fancy-Jingle: Alexis Payre, Alimae Jackson and Laritta Culps. Junior Gir ls’ Traditional: Joletta Begay, Katerra Jackson and Marlene Miller. Junior Boys’ Fancy-Grass: Darrius Walsey, Amader Tewee and Wocatsie Kolano. Continues on page 4
