Smoke Signals February 1990
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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.