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FEBRUARY 15, 2013
Grand Romde Royalty
Royalty participants and their parent or sponsor must attend all re
quired 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.
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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
Applicant's Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone (Day):
Date of Birth:
Father's Name:
Mother's Name:
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.Age:
Sponsor's Name, Address and Phone (if different than a parent):
Why do you want to participate in Royalty? .
Applicant's Signature.
Parent's Signature
Sponsor's Signature (if different than a parent).
Return this application to: Public Relations,
9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday, May 3
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SPACE WILL BE LIMITED SO BE SURE TO TURN IN YOUR PERMISSION SLIPS ASAP!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT YOUTH EDUCATION AT 503-879-21 01
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE
TRIBAL ETHICAL STANDARDS ORDINANCE
OPEN FOR COMMENT
The Tribal Council, in consultation with the Tribal Attorney's Office,
has proposed several amendments to the Tribal Ethical Standards
Ordinance. The proposed amendments were given a first reading at
the Jan. 16, 2013, Tribal Council meeting.
The purpose of the amendments is to make technical corrections to
various provisions of the Ordinance and to make necessary substan
tive changes to the Ordinance to set forth a new process for filing
and handling complaints of wrongful conduct by Tribal Officials. The
substantive changes replace Section (0 in its entirety. The proposed
amended Section (0 includes a mediation process and a hearing in
Tribal Court if mediation is unsuccessful. The Tribal Council believes
amendment of this Ordinance will assist the Tribe in continuing to
provide efficient governance of the conduct of Tribal Officials.
The Tribal Council invites comment on the proposed amendments
to the Tribal Ethical Standards Ordinance. For a copy of the pro
posed amendments please contact the Tribal Attorney's Office at
503-879-4664. Please send your comments to the Tribal Attorney's
Office, 9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347, or
by e-mail to legalgrandronde.org. Comments must be received by
March 4, 2013.
BURIAL FUND ORDINANCE
OPEN FOR COMMENT
The Tribal Council, in consultation with the Tribal Attorney's
Office, is considering amendments to the Burial Fund Ordinance.
The proposed amendments were given a First Reading at the Janu
ary 30, 2013, Tribal Council meeting. The primary purposes of the
proposed amendments are as follows:
(1) Clarify that the Burial Benefit does not include reimbursement
for prepaid funeral expenses prior to death;
(2) Define "Child" as a child who is age 25 or younger and natural,
adoptive or step-child of Tribal member;
(3) Set forth types of required family relationship evidence to include
birth or marriage certificates, orders of adoption, proof of paternity
or other documented evidence required by the Enrollment Office;
(4) Allow application for Burial Benefit by written or verbal appli
cation and specify that death certificate and invoice from funeral
provider are required;
(5) Increase stated Burial Benefit from $3,500 to $5,500;
(6) Increase stated Reception Benefit from $150 to $300; and
(7) Make technical updates, such as changing references from "Vital
Statistics" to "Enrollment Department" and capitalizing words.
The Tribal Council invites comment on the proposed amendment to
the Burial Fund Ordinance. For a copy of the proposed amendment
please contact the Tribal Attorney's Office at 503-879-4664. Send
your comments to the Tribal Attorney's Office, 9615 Grand Ronde
Road, Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347, or by e-mail legalgrandronde.
org. Comments must be received by March 15, 2013.
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