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Smoke Signals 5 AUGUST 15, 2011 Photos by Rebecca McCoun Members of th Tribe's Natural Resources Division visited Willamette Falls on Friday, July 29, to harvest lamprey that will be distributed to Tribal Elders. Division employees had gone out twice before and had moderate success, but on July 29 they harvested a bunch, said Tribal Biologist Rebecca McCoun. The last harvest day of the season was July 31. Participating in the harvest were, from left, Tribal member and Natural Resources Division Manager Michael Wilson, Tribal Fish and Wildlife Program Manager Kelly Dirksen, Tribal Biological Technician Lindsay Belonga and McCoun (not pictured). .1 Sr.. Vs Ci .-. .. I w, :i rv. v r Sewing classes offered Beginning sewing classes for Tribal youth are being offered by Tribal Elder Betty Bly. Participants will learn the basics of hand sewing and also how to use a sewing machine. Class size is limited to eight Tribal youth. All materials will be provided and the class is free. The project is made possible by a grant from the Tribal Cultural Trust Board. Classes began on Thursday, July 7, and will continue through August on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information or to register, contact Bly at 503-879-6336. H I . :- If you have any questions, contact Brian Krehbiel at 503-879-4639 PUBLIC NOTICE OPEN FOR COMMENT Public Notice for Comment on the Grand Ronde Tribe's application for 2012 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Funding. The Grand Ronde Tribe obtained a LIHEAP grant last year from the Division of Energy Assistance within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This grant program assists income eligible Tribal members with energy assistance (utility bills, fire wood, etc.), crisis energy assistance and weatherization (e.g. furnace repair, caulking, insulation). The Tribe's LIHEAP service area includes Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Multnomah, Washington, Tillamook and Clackamas counties. If you are interested in obtaining services from the current program, please contact Social Services at 800-242-8196 for energy assistance and the Grand Ronde Tribal Housing Authority at 503-879-2405 for weatherization. The Tribe is taking public comment on the 2012 LIHEAP applica tion and plan, which are to be submitted by Sept. 1, 2011. The latest draft will be available for review at the Planning & Grants Develop ment Department at the Tribal Governance Center starting Aug. 16, 2011. It also will be available at the Housing Authority booth at the powwow starting Aug. 19, 2011. You also may call the Planning & Grants Development at 503-879-2250 with your comments on the plan or to obtain more information about the plan. D Eugene office hosting OSU nutrition class Tribal members who want to stretch their food budget and learn how to purchase more nutritious foods for less money can register for an Oregon State University Extension Service nutrition class being offered at the Eugene satellite office, 711 Country Club Road, Suite 1A. Space is limited to the first 12 people who register. Attendees will get a nutritious meal with their lesson. Classes will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday beginning Sept. 8 and continue through the end of the month. For more information or to register, contact Tribal Services Representative Perri McDaniel at 541-484-7085 or e-mail perri. mcdanielgrandronde.org. B mm m 1 m r,7 SCLiilk5 Invitation To Tribal Members, Spouses off Tribal Members , Parent Of A Tribal Member And Legal Guardians Off Grand Ronde Tribal Member Children To Apply For The Temporary Staffing Pool The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde's Temporary Staffing Pool is accepting applications. Tribal members, descendants, spouses of Tribal members, parents of a Tribal member, and legal guardians of Grand Ronde Tribal member children interested in assisting with filling temporary vacancies on an "on-call" or an "extended duration" basis are encouraged to contact the CTGR Human Resources office. Employment applications are available at the Human Resources office located in the Governance Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Road. Applicants must pass the following background checks: Criminal background Work history References Tribal membership Drug screen Temporary employees will be subject to the CTGR's Employee Handbook. This is an excellent opportunity for our membership to sup- plement their income and gain experience while aiding us in X continuing a smooth delivery of services. Ad created by George Valdez Ad created by George Valdez
