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JANUARY 1,2007
Preschoolers Visit Santa Claus
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. invites dynamic business orien
tated individuals to apply to the Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc.
(SMGI) Board of Directors. There is one available board position
open for a qualified Tx'ibal member who possesses the appropriate
business knowledge and experience.
The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to the Confederated
Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council and oversees fiscal account
ability, budgets, policies, procedures and business operations of
Spirit Mountain Casino.
The SMGI board meets monthly and each board member re
ceives a stipend each month for their participation.
Qualifications should include general business knowledge, experi
ence in hospitalitycustomer service driven environment, 10 years
of experience in a responsible business position and strong financial
experience. Knowledge of Native American-owned and-operated
organizations preferred but not mandatory. There should also be
a demonstrated ability to be responsive to the goals of the business
and its increasingly dynamic character with appropriate analytical
and communication skills. Ability to pass a thorough background
check and obtain a gaming license is necessary.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 12, 2007.
Applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume and references to:
Camille Mercier
Director of Human Resources
Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc.
P.O. Box 39
Grand Ronde, OR 97347 '
Unmarked Grave Sites
In Grand Ronde
We need your help If anyone knows the location
of an unmarked grave or knows the name of someone
who was buried at the Grand Ronde Cemetery and
their grave has not been marked, please contact Mike
Larsen, Facilities Manager at 503-879-2407.
Eugene Satellite Office
OFFICE HOURS
Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
12-1 p.m. lunch
Services that are offered through our office include but are
not limited to: l8t time home buyers class, any Tribal Program
application available, job search databases, computer lab,
access to: printing, copying, faxing and telephone, beginning
computer keyboarding, online food handlers card class, cul
tural activities, cultural classes, student support group, field
trips, 12-step program and youth groups.
Questions?
Jon Darcy-Chantell
541-484-708.5 ext. 221
john.chantellgrandronde.org
Courtney Rose
541-484-7085 ext. 225
courtney.rosegrandronde.org
Eugene Satellite Office
711 Country Club Rd. Suite 1A
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-484-7085
Fax: 541-484-7097
email: eugenegrandronde.org
Santa's helper and Tribal Elder Anna Hannan, Tribal member Isabelle "Baby
Belle" Grout and Santa Claus pose for a quick photo on Monday, December 1 8.
The PreschoolHead Start students visited the clinic to vote on their favorite
window display represented by each department. Dental took first place.
Home Opportunities For Tribal Members
Freedom Homes in McMinniville
1. We have lenders for all types of credit. From conventional to
Fannie Mae loans PLUS we have our own in-house financing;
2. Landhome packages are available with as little as $500 down
and $0 closing costs;
3. Bridge loans are also available.
This December make a wise investment for your family, come
to Freedom Homes and live the American dream home owner
ship. Contact: Martin Wheeler, Ron Crompton or Jim Patterson
FREEDOM HOMES
2070 S Hwy 99W
McMinnville, OR 97128
503.435.1155
Members of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde only:
Bring in this ad and verification of Tribal membership and receive
a free washerdryer and chest freezer with each home purchased.
OFFICE HOURS
Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
12-1 p.m. lunch
Cultural Classes
Chinuk Wawa
TUESDAYS
BEGIN ON JANUARY 16
Youth Sessions: 5 p.m.
Adult Session: 6:30 p.m.
The Tribal Foster Care Program will be in the Portland of
fice every second Thursday of each month. We will be mak
ing ourselves available to service our Portland area families,
as well as recruitment. We will be there from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
For questions, please call Mechele Dorsey at 1-800-242-8196
or mechele.dorseyftgrandronde.org
Any questions or concerns please contact: Lisa Archuleta,
Tribal Services Representative at 503-235-4230.
Portland Satellite Office
3312 S.W. Kelly Ave.
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: 503-235-4230
Fax: 503-239-8047