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10 MAY 1,2013 Smoke Signals Student Rental Assistance Program temporarily suspended Thank you for all those who participate in Grand Ronde Tribal Housing Authority's ("GRTHA") Student Rental Assistance Pro gram rSRA"). Please be advised that effective May 31, 2013, the SRA Program will be temporarily suspended pending policy and procedure revi sions. CHECKS WILL NOT HE ISSUED TO ANY STUDENT IN THE PROGRAM FOR JUNE, JULY AND AUGUST (Summer Term). GRTHA expects to restart the SRA program in time to begin accepting new applications for the Fall Term in September. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Grand Ronde 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. 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 i grated (xmtstsiisa II Applicant's Name: J 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 I Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday, May 3 I i Recycle Center moved The Recycle Center has been moved to 9675 Grand Ronde Road. For more information, contact the Tribal Facilities Manager at 503-879-2407. Attention Eugene area Tribal members When was the last time you had your blood pressure or cholesterol checked? DiabetOmics will be on-site at the May 5 General Council meeting to do blood draws and health screenings. Anyone who ha9 not taken part is strongly encouraged to participate. There is no direct cost to you. DiabetOmics has been working with our employ ees and members for more than two years to provide quality health screenings and reports to help us lead healthier lives. DiabetOmics staff will be on-site beginning about 9:30 a.m. before the General Council meeting and will remain through the meeting. Don't miss out on an opportunity to take charge of your health. DiabetOmics is offering a $35 gift cards for members who have not participated in the blood draw previously. U Notice to Tribal member construction, contractors and workers The Tribe is developing a list of Tribal member-owned construc tion companies and workers with road construction experience who are interested in performing construction work for the Tribe and on Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) projects. The Tribe is negotiating a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ODOT to provide hiring preference to Tribal members, those with construction companies and individuals with construction experience to work on various ODOT road construction projects. Tribal members seeking employment in the construction field should contact Steve O'Harra by calling 503-879-2113 or via e-mail steve. oharragrandronde.org. Please provide your name, enrollment num ber, phone number, type of work sought (unskilled laborer, concrete, paving, etc.) and any special skills or experience you may have. The Human Resources Department will assemble a list of interested per sons that will be distributed to ODOT. This list also will be distributed to general contractors selected to do work on Tribal projects. Construction companies that are owned by Tribal members and wish to be included on this list are requested to call John Mercier at 503-879-2400 or via e-mailjohn.merciergrandronde.org. Please in dicate your business name, address, telephone, fax, specialty, name(s) of Tribal members employed and roll number if available. CTGR Behavioral Health is Hosting a Sacred Hoop Ceremony The four gifts of the Sacred Hoop are: The Power to Forgive the Unforgivable Healing Hope "Unity The Sacred Hoop is coming to our community to bring bless ings and healing to our people. This ceremony is open to all people; please bring your families and friends. The Hoop brings healing for all recovering from different traumas (historical, intergenerational, addiction, etc.) It is also here to help strengthen sobriety or wellbriety in our community. Date: Saturday May 11th 2013 Time: 10:00 AM Where: Grand Ronde Tribal Gym, Grand Ronde, Oregon If you have any questions, please contact Karan Scharf 503-879-2029
