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Smoke Signals March 1993 Page 6 Grand Ronde Royalty The Grand Ronde Royally Court represents the Grand Ronde Tribe at pow-wows, parades, youth functions, tribal gatherings, and celebrations. Being a member of the Royalty Court allows you to learn more about traditions, as well as the traditions of other tribes. You would have the opportunity to meet new people, and travel to different places. It can be a lot of fun and a great experience to grow from. If you are interested in being a part of the 1993-94 Royalty Court and would like more information, please call or write: Grand Ronde Royalty Board Call Debby or Cindy 9615 Grand Ronde Rd. 879-521 1 Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 GUIDELINES FOR JR. AND SR. MISS GRAND RONDE 1. Must be single, childless, and never married. If you become pregnant, you immediately forfeit any title, prizes, and crown. 2. Must be an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. ' 3. Junior Court age category: must be 1 1-14 years old 4. Senior Court age category: must be 15-19 years old. 5. If school age, must be attending a public or private school full time. 6. All contestants are expected, by their conduct, to represent the Tribe, their family, and themselves with integrity and gracious spirit at all times. 7. Must attend all required events (pow-wows, parades, fund raisers, organizational meetings) unless absence is prearranged with the committee. 8. Must be drug and alcohol free. Any misconduct will result in the immediate disqualification from the Court and you will not be allowed to enter again. 9. Must be willing to speak in front of large groups of people. 10. Must be fully dedicated and prepared to represent the Tribe in a positive way. 11. Must show good judgement by not participating in any activities that would bring adverse publicity to yourself or the Tribe while you are a member of Royalty Court. 12. Must be willing to dance. (If you don't know how, you will be expected to attend classes offered by the Tribe,) 13. You need to make at least one article for your regalia. 14. You must have knowledge of tribal history. 15. Failure to meet any of the above requirements may result in disqualification from the Royalty Court. 16. There may be other requirements not mentioned here. Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M. on April 30, 1993. The first required event will be the Pow wow Committee Meeting on May 20, 1993 in Grand Ronde. HonoraryCourt Requirements As a member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Honorary Royalty Court you will be notified and invited to participate in upcoming events. (Pow-wows, parades, meetings, etc.) Since you will be representing yourself, your family, and the Tribe, you will be expected to abide by the following guidelines. 1 . Must be an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. 2. Must be 6-10 years of age. 3. Must always show respect for elders and your parents. 4. Must listen and follow instructions. 5. Try to do your best at all times. 6. Willing to actively participate when attending functions as a part of the Grand Ronde Honorary Court. 7. Be on your best behavior. 8. Must treat other Royalty Court members with respect. 9. Must have appropriate regalia for all events. 10. Willingness to learn about your culture. Royalty Luncheon WHO'S INVITED: All young ladies between the ages of 6 19 who meet the guidelines for the Grand Ronde Royalty Court. WHERE: Confederated Tribes of GrandRonde Community Center 9615 Grand Ronde Rd. Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 WHEN: April 25, 1993 at 11:30 A.M. Guest Speakers include Kathryn Harrison, tribal Elder and judge for the Grand Ronde Royalty Pageant, Heather Crow, Miss Lakota 1991-92 and the coordinator of the Miss Chemawa Pageant, and past and present Royalty will be available to answer any questions and tell about their experiences on Royalty Court. There will be demonstrations of each of the Women's Pow-wow dance style. These include Women's Traditional, Jingle Dance, and Fancy Shawl. There will be example of regalia for each of the different dance styles. There will also be packets available with information on appropriate regalia, how to make different items for your regalia, where to purchase material needed to make your regalia, schedule of local pow-wows and booklet explaining what a pow-wow is and each of the dances. Drumming will be courtesy of Shantee Klootchmcm TlumTHmfromGrandRonde.Oregoa This event is sponsored by the Grand Ronde Pow-wowRoyalty Committee. If you are interested in attending, please call or write Debby Childers or Cindy Butler in care of: Royalty Committee 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 1-800422-O232 V if v -: : J, Neesha Grant 1993 Pow-wow Queen Job Announcement POSITION: Forestry Technician WAGE: $8.00 per hour REPORTS TO: Logging and Transportation Manager LOCATION: Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Forestry Department 26930 Salmon River Hwy. Willamina, Oregon 97396 STARTS: June 14, 1993 LENGTH: Approximately 3 months CLOSING DATE: April 23, 1993 RESPONSIBILITIES: Thisemployeewillbeassignedtoassif Forestry Staff in a variety of program activities, primarily related to timber sale preparation such as: collecting road design, timber cruise, logging profile, timber sale boundary traverse, and other field data necessary for analysis, design, and preparation of timber sales on the Grand Ronde Indian Reservation. DUTIES: Assist with timber cruising by measuring heights and diameter Assist with locating and designing logging roads by measuring slopes, distances, and horizontal angles Paint, flag, and tag timber sale boundaries Collect field data for logging profiles and input data info in computer Assist with timber sale boundary traverses by measuring slope, slope distance, horizontal angle data in the field and entering data into computer Assist with slash burning and mop-up by using pumps and hoses Other related tasks as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of one year of study and pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Forestry or Natural Sciences curriculum at a community college or university Ability to work independently or with other people and follow instructions Must be in good physical condition and be willing and able to work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather conditions Must have valid Oregon Driver's License and good driving record TribalIndian preference applies, if claiming please submit documentation Send Resumes to: Barbara Mercier The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde 9615 Grand Ronde Rd Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 Cemetery Committee By Wlmadene Butler I would like to thank my committee for their help in the Jerome Jackson luncheon. Also I would like to thank the Lady Alter Society, and the folks who put out the tables and chairs for us. Bid Proposals Welcome The Grand Ronde Tribal Forestry department is accepting Bid Proposals for one-year road maintenance services contract. This announcement is an invitation to bid on furnishing all equipment; labor, supplies, supmision,andinsuiaiKtoperformRoadMaintenance Services for the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. Road maintenance work to be performed will typically consist of road brushing, using mechanical brush cutter; grading roads, using a motor grader, hauling and spreading patch rock, and usingaloader.duntnKandgrader.deaningcurverts, ditchlines, and bank slough, using a backhoe and a loader. If interested, please obtain a Bid proposal form from the Tribal Forestry Department, or phone 879 5522 and ask to have the form mailed to you. The deadline for receiving sealed bids is March 31; 1993 at 12 Noon For further information contact Jeff Kuust at 879-5522 Monday through Friday.
