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About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (Aug. 1, 1994)
Page 2 Editorial and Opinion MOVING? Let us know! Smoke Signals August 1994 Editorial Policy Letters From Our Readers Smoke Signals Is a publication of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. We have recently adopted an Editorial Policy that encourages Input from readers about stories printed In Smoka Signals as well as other tribal Issues. However, all letters from readers must be received at the Newsletter Office no later than the 20th of each month, with the author's signature, address, and phone number In order to be considered for publication. Letters must be printed or typed, and cannot exceed 300 words. Smoke Signals reserves the right to edit any letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of a letter that may contain libelous statements or personal attacks. Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Smoke Signals, tribal employees, or Tribal Council. Mall letters to: SMOKE SIGNALS, 9615 Grand Ronde Rd, Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 ATTN: Tracy Olson Hot weather has reminded us of how scorching and dry Oregon summers can be. Mid-summer brings increasing threat of forest fires. Forestry officials predict that this year may have the highest potential of dangerous forest fires since 1 988. Tribal members who are driving the highways, going into the woods for hiking, camping, picnicking and wood gathering must be extra careful. NEW Name: OLD Address Cut out and mail to: Smoke Signals 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 Hot weather brings health and safety problems When hot weather strikes, people should drink plenty of water and juices; avoid strenuous exercise and exertion during the hot part of the day; keep out of the sun to avoid burning and heat exhaustion; Letters Jury 19, 1994 Dear fellow tribal members: The Lancour family will be endorsing the candidacies of Robert Haller, Ed Pearsall, and Eugene LaBonte in the upcoming tribal election. We believe that it is time for the Tribe to discuss the implementation of per capita payments for tribal members. This would seem an equitable way for tribal members, many of whom live outside of the service area, and thus have no access to the opportunities shared by those in the Grcnd Ronde urea, to benefit fairly from tribal revenues. This is an opportune time to elect new representatives to the Tribal Council. People who will look out for the interest of aJHribal members. Haller, Pearsall, and LaBonte assure us that they will do this. We support these candidates in their election bid and urge all tribal members, who are interested in equal benefits for all, to support them. The Lancour Family Marlena Lancour Novalee Lancour Ernest Lancour, Jr. Joseph Lancour Editor's Note: The Tribe operates several programs that benefit members of the Tribe regardless of location or residence, including some of the education and housing programs. On the other hand, nearly all federal programs, by federal law, are limited to members of the six-county service area. Tribal members must help prevent forest fires wear light, loose clothing. We should be especially alert for heat-associated problems with the elderly or ill. They may be less resistant to heat problems. Watch carefully for symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Small children, pets and plants need special attention. All need extra water. Tots and pets should be protected from the heat Never leave them closed up in parked cars. "PLEASE USE THIS REQUEST FORM OR A PHOTO COPY OF THIS FORM FOR ABSENTEE BALLOT RtQUEiT TRIBAL ELECTIONS 1994 Absentee Ballot Request l, . Print Enrolled Name Roll w an eligible voter of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon wish to have an absentee ballot sent to me at the following address: Mailing Address Gry County REQUEST MUST BE SIGNED TO BE VALID: Mail this request to: State Zip Election Committee POBox99 Grand Ronde, OR 97347 I need a Voter Registration mailed to me: ( ) yes Signature (Jno Caution must be used with cigarettes, camp fires, vehicle exhausts and chain saws. A tiny spark can ignite a devastating forest fire. Lightning strikes set off many forest fires. We can't control the lightning, but we do have control over our own behavior. Take those necessary safety precautions in our forest The woods are our heritage - and will be a big part of our children's future.
