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NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Grand Ronde toxics reduction project
The Confederated Tribe of Grand Ronde has received funding from
the Environmental Protection Agency to develop priority strategies and
take concrete actions to reduce toxic pollution in the Grand Ronde
community. The Tribal Natural Resources Department is leading the
project with support from partners and other organizations.
The Natural Resources Department intends to develop a toxics re-
duction plan and implement near-term actions focused on four priori-
ties: Eliminating or reducing pollution, cleaning up contaminated sites,
reducing runoff and promoting citizen engagement. This project will
benefi t the health and well-being of Tribal members, water quality, and
fi sh and wildlife.
To develop the plan, we are assessing the community priorities
through a survey to help prioritize concerns. Make your voice heard
by scanning the QR code below and completing the questionnaire
by Dec. 31, 2024. This survey is for Grand Ronde Tribal members
and Grand Ronde community members only. If you would like to be
entered into a raffl e for a $50 gift card, include your name and phone
number. The raffl e will be held on Jan. 10, 2025, and will randomly
select four participants who will each receive one $50 Visa Card.
For more information, contact Lindsay McClary at 503-879-2387 or
lindsay.mcclary@grandronde.org. n
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CO LL EG E & CAR EER F AI R
NOV EMB ER 7 T H , 202 4
Tribal Library merges with
Regional Library Service
The Tribal Library has merged with the Chemeketa Cooperative Re-
gional 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
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Social Security Disability
Insurance Benefi t Advocate Request for Proposal
The Request for Proposals is being conducted by the Confederated
Tribes of Grand Ronde Social Service Department for the purpose of
obtaining a contractor who has experience in SSI/SSD advocacy/ benefi t
determination and the qualifi cations to advocate for Tribal members who
are seeking assistance in the application process. Qualifi ed applicants
shall possess the ability to:
• Provide general information to Tribal members and assist in referrals
regarding SSI/SSD.
• Screen Tribal members who claim their disability does not allow them
to work to determine potential for an SSI/SSD application.
• Assist Tribal members in applying for SSI/SSD.
• Refer members to appropriate physical and/or mental health evalua-
tions related to SSI/SSD application.
• Assist Tribal members with completing paperwork to fi le for appeals for
denial of SSI/SSD.
• Refer Tribal members to Tribal member benefi ts to apply for the Tribal
SSI/SSD program.
• Serve as a resource to employees when working with clients that may
benefi t from SSI/SSD.
• Assist Tribal members in preparation for retirement to understand
Social Security benefi ts.
• Provide assistance to Tribal members 1-2 days per week, contract rate
negotiable.
Preference will be given to members of the Confederated Tribes of
Grand Ronde and or Indian-owned business registered with the Confed-
erated Tribes of Grand Ronde TERO offi ce.
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.
Submit your proposal to Tammy Garrison via U.S. mail or email.
Tammy Garrison, Social Service Department
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Tammy.garrison@grandronde.org
503-879-2077
GRHWC PROJECTED łush lamatsin EVENTS 2025
January
February
Pajama Jam
1/10 from 5-7pm @Tribal Gym
Fresh Foods Distribution
1/23 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
Sweetheart’s Jam
2/13 from 5-7pm @ Tribal Gym
Fresh Foods Distribution
2/20 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
May
Fentanyl Awareness Event
Mother’s Day Tea
Canoe Outings
Fresh Foods Distribution
5/22 Starts 10:00am
@GR Procurement Building
September
Fresh Foods Distribution
9/18 Starts 10:00am
@GR Procurement Building
Every Child Matters Jam
9/20 - Location & Time TBD
Canoe Races (tentatively)
June
Elder Canoe Day 6/18 Location TBD
Father’s Day BBQ
Canoe Outings
Fresh Foods Distribution
6/26 Starts 10:00am
@GR Procurement Building
June Jam 6/27 (TBD)
October
Health and Wellness Centers
28th birthday 10/ 01
Fresh Foods Distribution
10/16 Starts 10:00am
@GR Procurement Building
Fall Festival - TBD
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March
Fresh Foods Distribution
3/20 Start 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
April
Earth Day Jam
4/18 from 5-7 @ Tribal Gym
Fresh Foods Distribution
4/24 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
August
July
Fun Run / Walk
8/16 - Time TBD
@Uyxat Powwow Grounds
3v3 Bball Collab
Fresh Foods Distribution
8/21 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
Canoe Journey (tentatively)
Fresh Foods Distribution
7/17 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
Marcellus Norwest
Memorial Veterans Powwow
July 11 - 13, 2024
@Uyxat Powwow Ground
Canoe Journey (tentatively)
November
Fresh Foods Distribution
11/20 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
December
Fresh Foods Distribution
12/18 Starts 10:00am
@ GR Procurement Building
*All events are subject to change, please look out for our off
f icial fliers on the GRHWC Facebook page
Wrap- Up 2024!