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About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (April 1, 1990)
1 ' ' r ' Smote Sgna& April 1990 Page 7 Young Jake McKnight recently placed First at the qualifying tournament for the Oregon Classic. Jake finished third at the Classic and finished third at state. Wrestling Programs The Little Guy program went well this year. The State Tournament was held on February 18,1990. We had several participate in the tournament they were; Dustin Leno, Jake McKnight, J.D. Butler, Elvin Butler, Daniel Mooney, Joe Mercier, and Manny Mercier. Several of these boys also participated in the Junior High program at the Middle school. The kids worked very hard and it paid off because they had a good season and a good time. There were some little guys who wrestled and didn't go to state but did their best all season they were Nick Bishop, Brad Leno, Brett Leno. Willamina High had two Tribal members wrestling this year they were Shonn Leno and Cory Menely. The Willamina team finished 4th District which was held in Waldport and 4th in State which was held at Western Oregon State College. Cory is a Senior this year and placed 4th at District. He also won the "Coaches Award" they felt he had worked hard all year and was at all practices. Shonn placed 1st at District and 3rd at State. He also got an award for "Outstanding Wrestler" he shared this with two other team-mates. Over-all the wrestlers did great and they want to thank the Tribal Council and members for all the support they received!! Three Bulldogs Win Mat Medals Willamina wrestlers Shonn Leno, Jimmy DcBoff and Chris Rupp brought home third place medals in the state tournament last month at Western Oregon State College in Monmouth. Leno, wrestling in the 98 pound division, lost his first match at state 7-2 to Glendale's Nick Cline. But he came back strong to defeat M. Patton of Wahtonka 6 - 2 and decisioned R. Lee of Warrenton 2 -1 to come in third. Leno, one of Willamina's top mat-men this year, finished the season with a 25 - 4 record. The Bulldogs finished in fifth place at state with 40 points. Riddle won the title for the second year in a row. Leno placed first in district competition earlier at Waldport. The other three Bulldogs who competed at state placed second at district. Coach Bob Bishop is looking ahead to next year's season and predicts big things for his team since only two wrestlers, Rupp and Corey Meneley, will be gradu ating. Mcneley, at 136, finished the year with a 20 -10 record. Bulldogs Are Honored Willamina athletes were honored at the winter sports dessert. Three wrestlers were named as outstanding: SHONN LENO, Cris Rupp and Jimmy DeBoff. Transitions During the Prime Years By Bonnie Martin Are you planning on retiring in the near future? The prime years can be an awkward age because enjoyment of life does not stop at 55, 65, or 75 years of age. Some times the mind gets sharper as a person gets older, and people's verbal ability improves with age. The one thing that docs not get better with age is finances. Some of the things to think of when planning for retirement are; - Where do you want to live? Do you own a home? - If you own a home, can you maintain it on your retirement income? Would an apartment be suitable? - Would you want to live with your children? Do you have adequate health insurance? One of the best ways to start planning for retirement is to talk with people that have retired and take advantage of what they have learned through experience. Before you retire, check on pension plans or retire ment plans if you have them where you work, find out what your social security benefit will be when you actually retire, check on life insurance policies and health insurance policies. If you are in good health you may want to keep working or start a new career. If you do not want to work, you may want to start a hobby, go back to school, travel, volunteer on tribal committees, be a foster Grandparent, or join the Peace Corp! Staying active reduces stress, tension and mental fatigue. HAPPY RETIREMENT. "mmsmjm8ffip .. .. T vf L. ai Tribal Elder Dorothy McKnight Lawe happily cele brated her 70th birthday with her family and friends on March 11th, 1990. TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 02-21-90 FORESTRY - a) INDIAN PREFERENCE FOR SALVAGE SALES - Mark gave a brief report on the January 26th meeting with Bill Smith and John Hamp ton. Jim Willis and Cliff Adams were also present at that meeting. Mark informed the Council that Hampton felt the Tribe was violating the Memorandum of agree ment signed between the Tribe and the Bureau of Indian affairs, since the Tribe was allowing Tribal member preference to handle the Salvage Timber Sales. Mark also informed the Council that the Jan. 26th meeting was discussed with Senator Hatfield when they were in Washington, D.C. on February 6th. The Senator said he would contact Mr. Hampton on this issue. Ray moved for the Tribe to continue allowing Indian Preference for the Salvage Timber sales, since the Reservation is technically under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the BIA requires Indian preference for salvage sales. Bob seconded the motion, motion carried. The Council wished Mark to contact Senator Hatfield's office to see if the Senator had a chance to speak with Hampton before a letter is to be mailed to Hampton. REQUEST FOR YOUTH TRIP TO RESERVA TION - Brent requested the Council to consider setting some land aside for the Tribal youth to plant some trees. Waivers from the parents will be signed prior to the youth activity. The Tribal Forester will be present to assure that planting will be done properly. Ray moved to approve the request. Candy seconded the motion. Motion carried. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife wants to release some wild turkeys on the reservation and requested Mark to sign an agreement regarding the release of the birds. We will have our attorneys check it out. Matter was tabled. COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS - Three applica tions were submitted to Council. Ken Schmid was selected to serve on the Archaeology Committee. Floyd LaBonte was selected to serve on the Cemetery Com mittee. Candy requested the Council to approve an increase in membership for the Fish and Wildlife Com mittee since there are two Tribal members very inter ested in serving on that committee. Discussion ensued regarding the need for more people to serve on the Fish and Wildlife committee. Mark pointed out if more were to be added, it would put further strain on their budget. Council suggested the two members be notified to help at specific activities such as fish cleaning, or having them serve in an adhoc capacity. Mark requested to address the newsletter mailed by our "neighbor to the west" published by PARR (Protect Americas Rights and Resources). Mark feels it is important to educate the General Council of the growing tide of Anti-Indian backlash taking place through out the Nation. NPAIHB QUARTERLY MEETING - The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board meeting will be held April 17th, 18th, and 19th, at the Monarch Motor Inn in Clackamas. LETTER FROM ATNI - A letter has been received requesting approval for Jim Willis to assist in the restructuring of ATNI. Council approved the request. OTHER BUSINESS - Mark Kendall will be working with our Committees to assist in procedures for each committee. - Mark will clarify that the constitution for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has been amended before consideration of the Tribes' joining the organiza tion. - Val moved to designate Merle Holmes to act as Tribal representative for the new American Indian Program in Washington, D.C. and to research any information pertinent to the Grand Ronde Tribe.
