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Smoke Signals February 1990 Page 15 TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 13, 1989 Tribal Office HOUSING - Housing Director Dave Bailey was present to discuss the draft housing policy for the Councils' consideration. Dave also reported that two (2) Tribal elders had immediate needs for improvements on their houses. One elder needs a chimney improvement, burns firewood, fire danger a definite possibility - the esti mated cost - $900.00 plus. The other Tribal elder has a house with many things needing attention. The roof needs replacement. The estimated cost - $8,700.00 Dave further explained that neither person was eligible for the Housing Improvement Program (HIP). Wilma moved to approve the request for the chimney repair, not to exceed $1,000.00, seconded by Candy, motion carried. Val moved to approve the request for the elders' roof repair, seconded by Wilma, motion carried. Discussion ensued about the Council considering developing policies for the housing program, since more requests will follow to assist Tribal members for home repairs. CEMETERY FENCE - Mark submitted two bids which Russ Leno received in July, '89. The first bid was submitted by Security Fence, Salem, OR for $14,683.00. The second bid was submitted by Jimco Fence Co. of Aumsville, OR for $11,131.00 The Council elected to see if Russ can contact more fencing companies for more bids. Tabled till further bids received. PHONE CONFERENCE WITH THE IRS - Mark explained top the new Council that Congress passed the Indian Tax Status Act in 1982, giving Indian tribes certain tax benefits. But since the Grand Ronde Tribe wasn't restored until 1983, the IRS said that Grand Ronde wasn't eligible to be included. Mark and Jim told the Council about their conference with the IRS at the BIA Portland Area Office on Dec. 12, '89. Also present for the conference were Craig Dorsay, attorney, and Will Bowker, of the BIA. The conference took place with three representatives of the IRS at the Washington, D.C. office. After a 45 minute period of educating the IRS of the Grand Ronde Tribes' governmental powers and duties, the IRS indicated the Tribe could be eligible to be included in the Indian Tax Status Act. FISH AND WILDLIFE COMMITTEE - Candy said the Committee wishes the Council to consider having the Tribe join the Oregon Wildlife Federation (OWF), as an affiliate member. Mark told the Council that the Warm Springs Tribe is an affiliate member of the OWF. Merle Holmes asked how much the cost would be to join the OWF. Mark told Merle that he didn't know how much exactly, but has the OWF Constitution and By-laws available. The Council elected to table, until they have reviewed the OWF Constitution. OTHER BUSINESS - Mark informed that the Coun cilCorporation retreat will be on January 20 and 21, at Newport, OR. -Council agreed to provide a Pendleton Blanket to Mark Phillips who will be married on Dec. 16, '89. -Kathryn reported that $5,000 has been awarded to Grand Ronde, to do a study on Grand Ronde people. Eyvonne will research any available information about the Tribes' history, and will report to Greg and Kathryn. TRTRAT . COT TNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 3, 1990 Tribal Office JEFF CLAYBAI IGH INTRQDI TfTION PRESEN TATION: Jeff Claybaugh, Alcohol and Drug Student Assistant for the Willamina School District, was intro duced to the Council. He provided the Council with an overview of his position and what his function is in the school district. Jeff submitted some material to Council to give a better idea of his activities with the students. He also expressed to Council some of the frutrations of his position and told of some of his future expectations hopes for the program. Discussion was held on possibly setting up a meeting with Jerry Eston, Superintendent to tell him what the Tribe is doing in this area and possibly working together. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT fCDBG RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 001-90 Ray moved to adopt a resolution approving the Grand Ronde Maintenance Plan (current budget - $80.00, future budget - $46,310). Candy seconded the motion. Motion carried by a unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 002-90 Val moved to adopt a resolution approving the Tribes applying for a Community Development Block Grant from HUD for $250.00. Candy seconded the motion. ' Motion carried by a unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 003-90 Wilma moved to adopt a resolution demonstrating full Tribal support in applying for the Community Develop ment Block Grant. Rayj&econdcd the motion. Motion carried by a unanimous vote. " ( YAMHILL COUNTY LOST REVENUE PAY MENTS: Jim submitted two suggested options for payment to Yamhill County for lost revenues. 1 - To make two payments of $11,000, one now and another in 1992. 2 - To make a one-time payment of $20,000 this year. He explained the benefits of each. Council ' consensus was to select the second option and present it '' to Yamhill County Commissioners. Jim will report back to Council on this. GENERAL MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: The following items will be placed on the General Council meeting agenda: - Health Director Report - Master Plan Update - Burial Fund Report - Archaeology Report OTHER BUSINESS: - A reminder to Council was given to turn in their time sheets. -. Brent has met with George Robertson and Mr. Robertson suggested the Tribe become more involved in community affairs by having representation on more civic groups. Mark has submitted his application to join the Kiwanis. - Cheryle Kennedy has requested Council to meet after the General Meeting to review the Tribal Action Plan. Council will meet at the Tribal Office Sunday after the General Meeting. - Kathryn requested Council to consider establishing a scholarship in Eula Pctite's name. The scholarship would be given to students interested in going into the field of education. Consensus of Council was to estab lish the scholarship by having the Education Committee begin drawing the guidelines for the scholarship and present those guidelines for Council approval. - Kathryn recommended the Council invite Miss NCAI, Yvonne Adcle Obcrly, to our Pow Wow and to visit our Treatment Center. Mark will get a letter of invitation off to her. - Val asked Jim and Tom who makes home visits. An elderly Tribal member who is ill would like some home visits. Jim and Tom will check on this. - Jim asked Councils' views on his researching the Tribe purchasing a van and then leasing it to the programs instead of leasing from GSA. Consensus of Council was to authorize the research. Jim also reported on the progress made in closing of escrow for the Harrington property on February 16th. Process for putting the land into Trust will begin immediately. - Lcs Marstcn, Chief Judge will be here January 14th to begin working. - Greg Archuleta submitted a Project Description for the Orcgonians for the Humanities project. He also submitted a budget for the project for Council review. - Jim informed Council that meetings will be held next week in Portland on the final draft of the proposed 638 changes. Pat, Mark and he will be attending. - Kathryn noted that there is a push to have youth delegates at the next ATNI Conference in February. Tribal Council Meeting Minutes January 10, 1989 Tribal Office .TRIBAL ACTION PLAN: Cheryle Kennedy explained the concept of the Tribal Action Plan and then she and Greg Archuleta reviewed the plan with Council. RESOLUTION NO. 004-90 - Kathryn moved to amend Resolution No. 189-87 with the following amendments. To add the Health and Human Services Committee to the resolution; to have the second Whereas as written in the resolution in the plan; and to incorporate JCHO Accrediation Standards instead of IHS. Motion was seconded by Ray and carried by a unanimous vote. T'CHA TEEMANWI COMMITTEE: Merle submitted a draft letter to Council for consideration to send to the University of Washington to request some language tapes. Consensus of Council was to send the letter. WEDDING GIFT FOR KATHY TOM ARCHER: A $100.00 gift certificate for Meier & Franks will be given to Kathy as a Wedding gift. 638 MEETING: Jim announced that another 638 Meeting will be held January 30th, 31st and February 1st at the Monarch Motor Hotel in Portland. Mark re quested Council approval to attend and present testi mony. Consensus was to approve the request. Jackie was asked to reserve 4 rooms for those who wish to attend the meeting. OTHER BUSINESS: - Nelsen Witt and T.O. Traversie will be asked to be present when Les Marstcn is here on the 17th so he can be introduced to some Bureau personnel. Jim submitted material for Council signatures for the credit cards. Council members, Jim, Pat and Greg will have access to the cards. RESOLUTION NO. 005-90 - Ray moved to adopt a resolution approving payment to NAPOLS for services rendered in November, 1989 in the amount of $6,425.47. Rick seconded the motion. Motion carried by a unani mous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 006-90 - Val moved to adopt a resolution approving payment to NAPOLS for services rendered in December, 1989, in the amount of $3,983.00. Candy seconded the motion. Motion carried by a unanimous vote. - Pat, Jim and Greg will begin drafting the Budget Procedures as soon as the FY '89 audit is completed.
