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For all income criteria programs, wage verification for past 60 days
(wage stubs) will need to be submitted. If client has not worked for a
period of time, client will need to submit a printout from their State
Employment Office or printout from Oregon Self-Sufficiency Office
as verification of income. Rentaldeposit or utility assistance may
be utilized only one time in a 24-month rolling calendar period and
is not to exceed the maximum contribution of $1,000 per household
within any 24-month rolling calendar period.
Medical Gas Vouchers
Social Services will not provide gas vouchers for medical appoint
ments, counseling or drug & alcohol treatment. The only exception to
this is for scheduled treatment plans, (i.e.: radiation, chemotherapy,
surgery, etc.) and has caused hardship on the family, medical gas
vouchers can be distributed to meet the need of the circumstances. A
copy of all scheduled treatment plans must be received before client
is eligible to receive this service. Assistance will end on the date of
the last treatment appointment.
For a complete copy of policy or questions, please contact Tammy
C. Garrison at 503-879-2077. D
Grand Roinide Royalty
Royalty participants and their parent or sponsor must attend all required
events (powwows, parades, fundraisers, organizational meetings and others).
Absences can be prearranged with the Royalty Coordinator. Three unexcused
absences will result in disqualification from Royalty. Royalty participants are
expected to stay for the duration of the events. This includes helping set up
for events, such as meetings and parades, as well as dancing during Grand
Entry, InterTribals and staying until the flags are retired unless pre-approved
with the Royalty Coordinator. Participants are expected to speak in front
of large groups of people. Royalty participants must be willing and able to
dance. Remember: You are all part of a team and are expected to treat
yourselves, running mates and others with respect at all times. -
Participating in Royalty Court is an excellent opportunity for Tribal girls and
young women to learn our traditions and powwow protocol. Participants rep
resent the Tribe by attending powwows and various community events.
We encourage all young woman ages 5-18 to join. Participants must
provide their regalia.
Serving on Royalty Court requires a considerable commitment from the
participant and her sponsor; travel, fundraisers, classes and meetings are
required for all competing participants.
Little Miss Grand Ronde 5-8 years of age
Junior Miss Grand Ronde 9-13 years of age
Senior Miss Grand Ronde 14-18 years of age
General Requirements:
1 . Enrolled Grand Ronde Tribal member
2. Must be alcohol and drug free
3. Never married, no children
5. Attend school regularly and be in good standing
6. Sign and comply with Royalty Guidelines and Agreement
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' Applicant's Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone (Day): (Evening):
Date of Birth: Age:
Father's Name: ;
Mother's Name:
Sponsor's Name, Address and Phone (if different than a parent):
Why do you want to participate in Royalty?
I Applicant's Signature i
I Parent's Signature ;
Sponsor's Signature (if different than a parent)
I Return this application to: Public Relations, '
I 9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 I
Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday, June 15
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IVIarce Norwest Memorial set
The Marce Norwest Memorial will be held noon Saturday, June 23, at
the Tribal Community Center.
There will be a traditional dinner and giveaway. Fpmily, friends and
veterans are welcome.
For more information, contact Marilee Norwest at 503-879-6468 or 503-689-4626
or Marcella Selwyn at 503-879-3666 or 971-237-8530.
Grand Ronde Tribal
Housing Authority
Opportunity for comment on GRTHA's
2011 Annual Performance Report (APR)
ARRA Stimulus Grant Final Reporting
Under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-De-termination
Act of 1996, (NAHASDA), the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide grants to
Indian TribesIndian Housing Authorities for the development
and operation of low-income housing in Indian areas. Grants are
made to eligible recipients under the Indian Housing Block Grant
Program. To be eligible for the grants, respondents must submit
an Indian Housing Plan that meets the minimum requirements of
the Act, and also submit an Annual Performance Report to HUD,
and maintain records for HUD monitoring. The Grand Ronde Tribal
Housing Authority (GRTHA) has received multiple grants under
this program were active during 2010. Comments on the ARRA
Stimulus Grant Annual Performance Report are welcome and cop
ies of this report can be obtained at the GRTHA office or by calling
503-879-2401, or 1-800-422-0232, ext. 2401. Comments must be
submitted in writing to GRTHA no later than 5 p.m. Friday, June
8, 2012. All comments will be incorporated into the final report
submitted to HUD.
Down Payment Assistance Program
The Grand Ronde Tribal Housing Authority (GRTHA) has 2012
Down Payment Assistance available for applicants with moderate
to low incomes. Although the budget for Tribally funded Down
Payment Assistance has been committed for 2012, HUD funds may
be available for qualified Tribal applicants whose gross household
income either meets, or is less than the guidelines below:
Family sizeGross income
1 $39,900
2 $45,600
3 $51,300
4 $56,950
5 $61,550
6 $66,100
7 $70,650
8 $75,200
Please call Nancy Holmes, Homeownership Coordinator, at 503-879-2445
to pre-qualify for HUD funded assistance.
Units available now!
The Grand Ronde Tribal Housing Authority is accepting ap
plications for Rental Housing Units in Grand Ronde
1-5 bedroom sized units, many upgrades, parkingstorage, close
to Tribal services.
The units include washerdryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, in
floor radiant heat, private patio and great views. If you work for
the Tribe or casino, you pay no State Income Tax!
The following screening criteria is required for the Market Rate
Units: Credit history, landlord history, criminal history, income
(at least three times monthly rent). One adult member of the
household must be an enrolled CTGR Tribal member.
HUD-assisted rental applicants must meet low-income and
other federal requirements.
Call GRTHA for applications or for further information at 1-800-422-0232,
ext. 2401, or 503-879-2401.