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SMOKE SIGNALS
MARCH 1, 2024
Grand Ronde Royalty
Participating in the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Royalty
is an excellent opportunity for Tribal youth to learn our traditions,
powwow protocol and public speaking. Participants represent the
Tribe by attending powwows, events, parades, fundraisers and
various community events.
Serving on the royalty court requires a considerable commitment
from the participant and their parents/guardians and/or sponsor.
Royalty participants (including parent/guardian/sponsor) must at-
tend all required events and activities.
Participants must be within the following age categories by Tues-
day, Aug. 1, 2024:
Tiny Tot (Honorary): 4-6 years of age
Little Miss Grand Ronde: 7-10 years of age
Junior Miss Grand Ronde: 11-13 years of age
Senior Miss Grand Ronde: 14-18 years of age
General Requirements:
1. Enrolled Grand Ronde Tribal member
2. Must be drug-, alcohol- and tobacco-free
3. Attend school regularly and be in good standing
4. Must be single with no dependents
5. Sign and comply with royalty guidelines and agreement
For questions or for an application contact:
Shannon A. Simi, CTGR & Veterans Royalty Coordinator
Phone: 503-879-1358
Email: Shannon.simi@grandronde.org
DEADLINE: 5 p.m. Friday, March 29
Late applications will not be accepted.
Veterans Royalty
GRAND RONDE VETERANS ROYALTY
Participating in Veterans Royalty is an excellent opportunity
for Tribal youth to learn our traditions, powwow protocol, public
speaking and work with veterans. Participants represent the vet-
erans and the Tribe by attending powwows, events, parades,
fundraisers and various community events.
Serving on Veterans Royalty requires a considerable commit-
ment from the participant and their parents and/or sponsor.
Royalty participants (including parent or sponsor) must attend
all required events and activities.
Participants must be within the following age categories by
Saturday, July 1, 2024:
Tiny Tot Warriors: 4-6 years of age
Warriors: 7 -18 years of age
Tiny Tot Princess: 4-6 years of age
Little Miss Queen: 7 -10 years of age
Junior Miss Queen: 11-13 years of age
Senior Miss Queen: 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
4. Attend school regularly and be in good standing
5. Sign and comply with Veterans Royalty guidelines & agree-
ment
For questions or for an application contact:
Shannon A. Simi, CTGR & Veterans Royalty Coordinator
Phone: 503-879-1358
Email: Shannon.simi@grandronde.org
DEADLINE: 5 p.m. Friday, March 29
Late applications will not be accepted.
Tribal Library merges with
Regional Library Service
The Tribal Library has merged with the Chemeketa Cooperative Regional
Library Service, said Tribal Librarian Kathy Cole.
Tribal members can now get books from libraries in Polk, Yamhill and
Marion counties, as well as access to many free programs.
Tribal Library patrons should visit the Tribal Library and update their
information and obtain a new Regional Library Service card.
For more information, contact Cole at 503-879-1488. n
SPIRIT MOUNTAIN GAMING INC.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION OPENINGS
Spirit Mountain Gaming Inc. “SMGI,” a Tribal corporation chartered by
the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde “Grand Ronde,” operates Spirit
Mountain Casino – the largest casino in Oregon. Spirit Mountain Casino
off ers Las Vegas style slots and provides superior entertainment and
resort amenities. Spirit Mountain is one of the Pacifi c Northwest’s premier
casinos. Grand Ronde invites applications to serve on the Spirit Mountain
Gaming Inc. Board of Directors. Two board seats expired on Sept. 30,
2023.
The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to the Grand Ronde Tribal
Council. The board oversees strategic planning, overall fi scal account-
ability, budgets and operations of Spirit Mountain Casino.
The SMGI Board meets monthly. Occasionally, additional special meet-
ings may be held. Board members are expected to attend all meetings in
person, which are held at Spirit Mountain Casino – although participation
by telephone will occasionally be permitted. Each board member re-
ceives a monthly stipend for attending meetings. Travel reimbursement is
limited to travel within the six counties of Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Tillamook,
Multnomah and Washington.
Board members must have a superior understanding of and experience
with fi nancial statements, strong communication and analytical skills,
experience in a hospitality or customer service driven environment, 10
years of experience in a senior management position, and a solid under-
standing of the Portland-metro and Salem area economies. Experience
in the following areas is also preferred: Gaming, tourism, corporate
fi nance and accounting, marketing and promotions, human resources
and management of senior executives. Experience with and knowledge
of Native American organizations is also preferred.
Ability to pass a thorough background check and obtain a gaming
license from the Grand Ronde Gaming Commission is required.
Preference will be given to qualifi ed Tribal members.
Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest describing their
qualifi cations, a résumé and three references to:
Stacia Hernandez, Chief of Staff
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, OR. 97347
Phone: 503-879-2304
Email: stacia.martin@grandronde.org
Submission deadline: Friday, March 8, 2024
We want to hear from you!
The Grand Ronde Health & Wellness Center Comment Box is located
at the entrance of the Health & Wellness Center, next to the drinking
fountain. Share your experience, good or bad with us. n
Attention All Artisans
Now accepting bids for our Little Miss crown.
Submit full design that includes:
• The Confederated Tribes of Grand
Ronde logo including feathers.
• Court Year 2024–25.
• Title: Little Miss Grand Ronde.
• Crowns must be completed and
delivered by July 19, 2024.
Must submit photos of progress when requested.
Bid deadline is Friday, March 29, 2024. (deadline is
firm and no bids will be accepted after 5 p.m.)
Mail bids and designs to:
CTGR Royalty c/o Shannon Simi
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Questions: Call Shannon at 503-879-1358 or
email shannon.simi@grandronde.org
*Bids and designs can be sent to the above email address.
Ad by Samuel Briggs III