2 JUNE 1, 2002
Smoke Signals
Dear Smoke Signals,
I am writing in regards to the mentorship program article published in
the May 1, 2002 issue. I was very proud to see the vision my Tribe has
foreseen in preserving the future of Tribal members to create self-sufficiency
and to strive for a higher standard of living.
I encourage whoever is in a position to be a mentor to become one and
to give a Tribal member an opportunity to raise their level of knowledge
and self-esteem into a positive opportunity of rewards for both involved.
Not everyone wants to be the CEO, some may be content to do their job
well and go home, but at least we now have a mentorship program that
gives us either opportunity to strive for.
Thank you Tribal Council, (past and present) for your vision to improve
the quality of life and opportunities for each and every Tribal member.
Sincerely,
Jon A. George
Gresham, Oregon
Roll 1631
Dear Smoke Signals,
I am writing you to thank the S.M.A.R.T. Program and Grand Ronde
Elementary School for allowing me to spend an hour a week reading with
the children. It has been a real pleasure and I am looking forward to
returning again next year.
Thank you,
Gayle Herod
Spirit Mountain Lodge employee
May was National Foster Care Month, and we wanted to take this op
portunity to thank all of our Tribal Foster Parents for the work they do
caring for Tribal children and families in crisis heal.
Tribal foster families not only provide temporary homes, safety and nur
turing to our children, but they also help birth families by ensuring that
children can be safely reunited with them. When reunification is not
possible, many of our families choose to continue to care for the children
who have been placed in their homes, offering permanency and stability
the children would otherwise not know.
Their commitment leaves an indelible mark on generations to come.
They are helping to end cycles of neglect, abuse or drug addiction and are
often helping a child be the first in his or her family to finish high school
or even go to college. Children leave their homes knowing there are many
other paths in life than what they've known.
Thank you to Tribal Foster Parents for sharing your family and your
home, giving love, encouragement and hope to children and families in
need.
If you are interested in being a foster parent for the Tribe's Foster Care
Program, place call recruitment at 503-879-2039 for your foster care packet.
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Going away
Tribal Chair Cheryle Kennedy
gives a Pendleton blanket to
Tribal member Pam Warren at
her farwell party. Warren
worked for the Tribe's Social
Services department for many
years.
Health & Wellness Now Has Acupuncturist
Dale Freeman, L.Ac, Acupuncturist is now working at the Grand Ronde
Health &j ; Wellness Center, Monday and Wednesday 8-12 and 1-5.
At this time, appointments are available for Native Americans only. To
make an appointment call 800-775-0095 ext. 4525 or 503-879-4525.
Grand Ronde Gaming Commission
The Grand Ronde Gaming Commission is seeking a qualified non-Tribal
member to fill an upcoming vacancy. The Tribal Gaming Ordinance re
quires this position to be filled by a non-Tribal member with the following
qualifications:
At least 21 years of age.
B At least 10 years of accounting experience, OR a bachelor's degree in
accounting or related field and at least five years of accounting experience.
H Successful completion of a background investigation.
The position is a 3-year term expiring in June of 2005. Commissioners
may not hold elective or managerial Tribal positions, and may not be em
ployed in or own any interest in or gamble in a gaming operation autho
rized by the Tribal Gaming Ordinance. Commissioners are independent
contractors and expend approximately 40 hours per month to fulfill their
responsibilities. The Commission generally meets on the first and third
Fridays of each month. Applications may be obtained by calling 503-879-2362.
Closing date is June 5, 2002, 5 p.m.
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Donation Boyd's Coffee Company recently donated $5,000 to the Tribe's
Rodeo Committee for this year's rodeo events. Pictured here are (from left) Tribal
Council member Ed Larsen, Jim Erb and Greg Erickson of Boyd's and Tribal Elder
and Rodeo Chairman Marvin Kimsey. Boyd's is one of the main sponsors of the
annual rodeo.
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