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Spilyay Tymoo, Warm Springs, Oregon July 10, 2024 Page 3 Tribes host visit from Governor Kotek Governor Tina Kotek vis- ited the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs for two days in June. During her visit, she met with Tribal Council, a number of tribal department and enterprise leaders, and community members. “The Confeder- ated Tribes were very gra- cious hosts, especially with all the Treaty Days activities going on,” the Governor said afterward. “It was a privilege to be present for the ceremony designating Jefferson Greene as the newly elected Wasco Chief. It was wonder- ful to see the newly reno- vated Kah-Nee-Ta Resort, and learn more about all the work the Tribe is doing to support their community.” Raymond ‘Captain’ Moody, Tribal Council vice- chair, added, “We’re grateful to Gov. Kotek for her visit to the reservation to listen to and learn from members of the Confederated Tribes about the issues that are im- Community notes... Friends of Baseball, NARA and Warm Springs Prevention are co-sponsoring a one-day Jefferson County Baseball and Softball Clinic for players age 10 and over who are ready to im- prove their skills. There is no cost, and spots are limited. It’s this Saturday, July 13. Pre-registration opens at 9:30 a.m. for ages 10-12; and their clinic is from 10 a.m. until noon. Registration for players 13 and up opens at 12:30 p.m.; and their clinic is from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact Andy Leonard at Warm Springs Prevention: andy.leonard@wstribes.org. A Women’s Crafting Circle meets this Wednesday, July 10 at the Papalaxsimisha office, located at 1142 Warm Springs Street. All women are welcome to bring their own craft and spend time with others at one or both sessions. Meetings are from noon to 2 and from 5:30-7:30. Pelton-Round Butte dams, the largest hydroelectric project within the State of Oregon, co-owned by the Tribes PGE. The tours spurred conversation around the Tribe’s dam projects, re- newable energy transition ef- forts, and fish passage efforts. On the first day, they also spent time learning about the Tribe’s public safety services, then toured Warm Springs Health and Wellness Center. The Governor and staff traveled to Simnasho, stop- ping at the Three Warriors Market there, and toured the Warm Springs National Fish Hatchery. After dinner they Governor’s Office Gov. Kotek attended the War Bonnet Ceremony for Wasco Chief Jefferson Greene. portant to us. “We enjoyed hosting her during the week that marks the anniversary of the Treaty of 1855, a time when we re- member and celebrate our predecessors’ aim to preserve our Creator’s gifts, our cul- ture and our way of life. “At this time, as always, we look forward to continuing to be good neighbors as we col- laborate on the welfare of our region.” The Governor and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson started their visit with Tribal Council before touring the Community notes... The Culture and Heritage Department is looking for youth ages 13 to 18 interested in attending the Youth Canoe Journey 2024 hosted by the Puyallup Tribe July 31 thru attended a ceremony desig- nating the newly elected Wasco Chief, Jefferson Greene. The second day of the visit the Governor and First Lady toured the newly reno- vated Kah-Nee-Ta Resort, close now to reopening. The tour spent the rest of that morning visiting the wa- ter treatment plant, and met with the Housing Authority, hearing about the Tribes’ housing initiatives. They also toured the Campus area, stopping at the Thursday Market, be- fore visiting the Museum at Warm Springs. The visit to the reservation was part of the Governor’s plan to visit all of the nine tribes of Or- egon. August 5. This does not include the Power Paddle to Puyallp, though the youth will be on hand for the landing cer- emony, and participate in the various activities during the event. Contact Adrianna at: Adrianna.switzler@wstribes.org Or call her at 541-460-2336.
