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S moke S ignals AUGUST 1, 2017 Name changes in Tribal Court Tribal Court provides both minor and adult name changes to enrolled members for a filing fee of only $30. If you have any questions or would like to request a packet, contact Tribal Court at 503-879-2303. Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. Board of Director’s position opening Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. invites dynamic business-oriented individuals to apply to the Spirit Mountain Gaming Inc. Board of Directors. There is an available board position open for a qualified applicant who possesses the appropriate business knowledge and experience; preference will be applied to Tribal members. The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council and oversees fiscal account- ability, budgets, policies, procedures and business operations of Spirit Mountain Casino. The SMGI Board meets once a month on the average but more if necessary. Each board member receives a stipend each month for their participation. Travel reimbursement is limited to the six (6) county service area for the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde: Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Tillamook, Multnomah and/or Washington. Qualifications include general business knowledge, experience in hospitality/customer service driven environment, 10 years of experience in a responsible business position and strong financial experience. Knowledge of Native American-owned and -operated organizations preferred but not mandatory. There also should be a demonstrated ability to be responsive to the goals of the business and its increasing dynamic character with appropriate analytical and communication skills. Ability to pass a thorough background check and obtain a gaming license is necessary. Applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume and 3 references to: Stacia Hernandez Chief of Staff Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, OR 97347 503.879.2304 or stacia.martin@grandronde.org Danita Trombla Sr. Executive Administrative Assistant Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. P.O. Box 39 Grand Ronde, OR 97347 503.879.3944 or danita.trombla@spiritmtn.com 19 PROPOSED PROCUREMENT ORDINANCE AMENDMENT OPEN FOR COMMENT The Tribal Council has proposed amendments to the Procurement Ordinance. The first reading of the proposed amendments to the Procurement Ordinance was presented at the June 28, 2017, Tribal Council meeting. The proposed amendments would require the Tribe to purchase environmentally friendly products and services in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, cut solid waste, conserve energy, improve Tribal member health and provide a model of good stewardship. The proposed amendments also include minor technical (i.e., formatting, typographical, housekeeping) modifications. Tribal Council invites comment on the proposed amendments to the Procurement Ordinance. 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 Aug. 15, 2017. Public Notice Open For Comment This is a Public Notice for Comment on the Grand Ronde Tribe’s application for 2018 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 as- sistance (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 Tribal Housing at 503-879-2405 for weatherization. The Tribe is taking public comment on the 2018 LIHEAP appli- cation and plan and the associated policies that are to be submitted by Sept. 1, 2017. The Tribe is looking at adding a cooling component to this year’s application. The latest draft will be available for re- view at the Social Services Department at the Community Center starting Aug. 18, 2017. It also will be available at Tribal Housing’s booth at the Powwow starting Aug.18, 2017. You also may call the Planning & Grants Development at 503-879-2250 with your com- ments on the plan or to obtain more information about the plan. New Grand Ronde Health & Wellness Center Lab/X-ray hours • 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday • 9:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Thursday Registration Information $50 for conference $25 for plank house dinner $25 for workshops Free for Tribal Members and Staff Rooms are available at Spirit Mountain Casino for $69 per night if you reference the History Summit Join us for two days of interdisciplinary lectures and discussions. Sessions will include topics on anthropology, culture, history, archaeology, and environment. Each day there will be a light breakfast and lunch provided. There will be an evening event at the plank house for the first 150 guests who register. The event will include a dinner. Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Gymnasium 9615 Grand Ronde Rd. Grand Ronde, OR 97347 Further information at www.grandronde.org/hcsummit Ad created by George Valdez
