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14 S moke S ignals APRIL 1, 2016 GRAND RONDE GAMING COMMISSION POSITIONS The Grand Ronde Gaming Commission is seeking applications for two positions for three-year terms that will expire in June 2019. The Grand Ronde Gaming Commission regulates all gaming-related activities associ- ated with Spirit Mountain Casino. The Tribal Gaming Ordinance requires both positions to be filled by Tribal members. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Commissioners may not hold elective or managerial Tribal positions, and may not be employed in or own any interest in or gamble in a gaming operation authorized by the Tribal Gaming Ordinance. Com- missioners are independent contractors and expend approximately 30-40 hours per month to fulfill their responsibilities. The Commission gener- ally meets on the second and third Friday of each month. Appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Applications may be obtained by calling Kathy Doane at 503-879-2393 or e-mail at kathy.doane@grandronde.org. Closing date is 5 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2016. PROPOSED MARRIAGE ORDINANCE OPEN FOR COMMENT The Tribal Council has proposed amendments to the Marriage Or- dinance. The first reading of the proposed Marriage Ordinance was presented at the March 9, 2016, Tribal Council meeting. The proposed amendments to the Marriage Ordinance would require that marriage ceremonies occur on the Tribe’s reservation, and allow the Court to file marriage licenses and certificates with an appropriate County Recorder or with the State of Oregon’s vital statistics office (rather than the County of residence of the spouses). Tribal Council invites comment on the proposed Marriage Ordi- nance. For a copy of the proposed Ordinance, 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 legal@grandronde.org. Comments must be received by April 15, 2016. Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Social Security Disability Insurance Benefit Advocate Request for Proposal The Request for Proposals (RFP) is being conducted by the Social Service Services Department for the purpose of obtaining a contractor who has 5 plus years’ experience in SSI/SSD advocacy/ benefit deter- mination and the qualifications to advocate for Tribal members who are seeking assistance in the application process. Qualified applicants shall possess the ability to: • Provide general information to Tribal members and make referrals regarding SSI/SSD and Veteran’s Benefits. • Screen Tribal members who claim their disability does to allow them to work. • Refer members to appropriate physical and/or mental health eval- uations. • Determine the severity of the physical/mental health condition from reports received. Make recommendations and assist Tribal members develop an action plan. • Assist Tribal members in applying for SSI/SSD and or Veteran’s benefits. • Assist Tribal Members with completing paperwork to file for appeals for denial of SSI/SSD or Veteran’s benefits. • Refer Tribal members to Tribal member Benefits to apply for Tribal SSI/SSD program. • Serve as a resource to employees when working with clients that may benefit from SSI/SSD or Veteran services. Preference will be given to members of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and/or Indian-owned businesses registered with the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde TERO office. Successful candidates must provide the following insurance: Commercial General Liability Insurance limits not less than: • $500,000 General Aggregate Limit • $500,000 Personal Injury • $500,000 Each Occurrence Limit Please submit your proposal to Tammy Garrison by April 20, 2016, at 5 p.m. Tammy Garrison, Social Services Department 9615 Grand Ronde Rd. Grand Ronde, OR 97347 Tammy.garrison@grandronde.org 503-879-2077 Walking On... Betty Jane Garrett May 14, 1928 – March 9, 2016 Tribal Elder Betty Jane Garrett, 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, March 9, at her Shasta Lake, Calif., home surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Bob Garrett; son, Ed Pearsall; six grand- children, 13 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, and many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Ronnie Pearsall, and grandson, Robert Pearsall. Betty was born May 14, 1928, in Brookings, Ore., to Adeline and Wilbur Haller. She was a resident of Shasta Lake City for 70 years. Betty was a proud member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Betty was a compassionate and nurturing woman who cared for many children, animals and friends. She cherished her large family and loved hosting company in her home and making sure they all had plenty to eat. Bette was adored by everyone who knew her, and she will be missed dearly. Betty asked that this poem be read at her services and it is a great testimony of her loving and kind-hearted spirit. Miss Me, But Let Me Go When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me. I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little – but not too long, and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that was once shared. Miss me, but let me go. For this is a journey we all must take, and each must go alone. It’s all a part of the master’s plan, a step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friends we know. Bear your sorrow in good deeds. Miss me, but let me go. As she wished, her life was celebrated with family and friends sharing stories, laughter and great food. We express our heartfelt thank you to the Grand Ronde Tribal Council, Tribal members and employees for the outpouring of support and prayers during this difficult time for our family. A special thank you to The Lighthouse Church for helping us put together a celebration of her life that Betty would have loved. Betty was many things to many people. A daughter, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, grandmother and friend. But most of all, Betty was a child of God. “Gone but not forgotten.” She will be missed. Until we meet again. – With loving memories, Ed Pearsall and family. Services were held at Allen & Dahl in Palo Cedro, Calif., on Sunday March 13, at 1 p.m. A celebration of life potluck followed at the John Beaudet Community Center in Shasta Lake City. Ad created by George Valdez
