2023 May CUJ

Youth Councils visit Washington, D.C., to advocate for salmon

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Confederated Umatilla Journal

The monthly newspaper of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

Pendleton, Oregon

Great Grant Advantage

State program offers academic assistance to native students

By the CUJ

Students of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) are taking advantage of the Oregon Tribal Student Grant program.

The Oregon Legislature established the Oregon Tribal Student Grant in 2022 to provide financial assistance to students who are enrolled in one of the nine federally recognized tribes in Oregon. Currently, the Legislature is considering HB 3525 to codify the program into law and allow for ongoing funding of these grants.

The funding, for undergraduate and graduate students, allows among other things, for recipients to go to school part time. The Oregon Tribal Student Grant is expected to pay for most or all public college-related expenses not covered by other grants for students pursuing their first Associate, Bachelor’s, or Graduate degree. Award amounts will vary depending on where the student attends school and the degree they are pursuing.

“This is a great opportunity for any student to get started in an accepted program of study,” said Brandie Weaskus, Higher Education Manager for the CTUIR. “The impacts of the state grant have been great for CTUIR students who have been able to return to finish degrees. I hope that all tribal members know

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Sophie Bronson signed a letter of intent to play hoops at Olympic College in Bremerton, Wash. Look for more sports in Section B.

Section A

MAY 2023

Volume 31, Issue 5

Ribbon cutting set for Nixyaawii Neighborhood construction

Ceremony June 1

From CTUIR Planning and Housing Departments

MISSION – A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned from 2-6 p.m. June 1 to celebrate the completion of the new Nixyaawii neighborhood infrastructure and Timine Way North Apartments.

The Board of Trustees for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) will be on hand for the ceremony. The community is invited.

The housing projects are the result of many years’ worth of efforts to increase the available housing stock on the Umatilla Indian Reservation, according to J.D. Tovey III, Planning Director for the CTUIR.

“This is the beginning of a new chapter for the CTUIR in creating affordable home sites. We have many projects aimed at providing a range of lots sizes and neighborhood amenities for tribal members to build, buy, and live in homes of their choosing. It takes time to build that market, and this is only the beginning,” said Tovey.

“The Reservation is the home of the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla Indians, but for a long time it was

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INSIDE THE CUJ

Basketball Against

Kylie Thorne is the Dental Administrator at Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center on the Umatilla Indian Reservation. Thorne and other Indians from the nine federally recognized tribes in the state are taking advantage of the Oregon Tribal Student Grant program.

ABOUT THE CUJ

The Confederated Umatilla Journal (CUJ) was created in 1975 as the official publication of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), which includes the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla people. The 6,000+ circulation newspaper is based out of Pendleton, Oregon, is produced by the CTUIR’s Communications Department and is printed monthly in Lewiston, Idaho.

CONTACT US

Confederated Umatilla Journal 46411 Timine Way Pendleton, OR 97801

Phone: 541-429-7005

Fax: 541-429-7005

General inquiries via email: cuj@ctuir.org

STAFF

Publisher : Kaeleen McGuire kaeleenmcguire@ctuir.org

Advertising: M. Moses-Conner monecemoses@ctuir.org

Photographer: Dallas Dick dallasdick@ctuir.org

SUBSCRIBE

Print subscriptions can be purchased by contacting the CTUIR Finance Department at 541-429-7150 or visiting the Finance desk at Nixyaawii Governance Center, 46411 Timine Way, Pendleton. Though the newspaper is free around the area, we do charge for mailing subscriptions to cover the printing and postage costs per issue. Those prices are as follows: One year: $15, Two years: $28

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The CUJ prints on the first Thursday of each month.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR GUIDELINES:

• Word limit: 300.

• Letters containing information found to be inaccurate/libelous will not be published.

• Letters containing profanity will not be published.

• One letter per issue will be published. Campaigning is not allowed.

• Author’s full name, address and phone number must be listed for verification purposes.

Gordon fills new position at Whitman

By Casey Brown for Whitman College

Jeanine Gordon, an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), is the first person to hold a newly-formed role at Whitman College: Special Assistant to the President for Native American Outreach.

“I am most excited about creating something that has not been established yet,” Gordon says.

Whitman College President Sarah Bolton says she is delighted Gordon is taking on the new role.

“Jeanine has many qualifications that support her taking on this role. She has played important professional roles at the CTUIR, and also knows Whitman College well. She has already begun great work on campus,” says Bolton.

In Agreement

In 2017, Whitman College and the CTUIR signed a document that formalized their long-standing relationship. The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was renewed in 2022 and focuses on efforts to enhance Native American higher education opportunities.

The MOA’s scope covers many areas, including identifying areas of mutual research, facilitating the transition of CTUIR members to college life and enhancing support to Native American students in areas such as outreach, recruitment, internships and more. It is also an important document that guides Gordon’s work.

“First and foremost is to ensure that the priorities outlined in the MOA are met,” Gordon says.

“The role follows from the Memorandum of Agreement with the CTUIR, which was reaffirmed last spring,” Bolton says. “The MOA calls for the college to establish a position which allows the college to increase efforts regarding Native American outreach, admissions, recruitment and retention, financial aid, academic advising and internships.”

Gordon will also plan events for Native American alumni and Native American Heritage Month

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WOOD HEATING SURVEY

Do you use wood as the main source of heat for your home? If you are interested in sharing your experiences, this survey may be for you. To access the survey, scan the QR code or enter the link below in a web browser.

http://bit.ly/3nmyDV7

We are interested in learning about your habits and challenges with wood heating. The results of this survey will inform a set of design principles that will be shared with manufacturers to promote the future design of clean-burning stoves. Additionally, these results will inform the design of new innovations that will make it easier for people to make a cleaner and more efficient fire in their stove. The first 50 participants affiliated with CTUIR will receive a $30 Visa gift card for completing the survey.

Principal Investigator: Nordica MacCarty

Questions about the survey can be addressed to kilkennk@oregonstate.edu

This study has been approved by the OSU Institutional Review Board.

This study is conducted by researchers at Oregon State University with the aim of developing a retrofit device that could be installed on cordwood heater stoves to reduce emissions and improve heating efficiency. Participants must heat their home primarily with wood to be eligible for this study. Participation is voluntary and may be discontinued at any time. If you decide to participate, you will be asked to answer questions about your home heating practices. The survey will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. This research is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency.

College of Engineering

Jeanine Gordon

What’s the buzz?

Board of Trustees ViceChair Aaron Ashley, right, takes a peek at bees during a First Foods presentation on polinators. At far right, Acting Manager of CTUIR’s First Foods Policy Program, Althea Wolf, and Thomas Morning Owl take a look at the Bombus mixtux aka fuzzy-horned bumble bee, which is a pollinator to camas. Below, L to R, Supervisory Forester, Andrew Addessi talks with Sarah Gardener with Beecology LLC and Wolf. The First Foods Policy Program is offering a climate-changeadaptation series. The next is May 10.

High School Graduation Dates

Nixyaawii Community School

June 2 at Wildhorse Resort & Casino

Pendleton High School

10 a.m. June 3 at Round-Up Grounds

Weston-McEwen (Athena)

May 27 at the high school

Pilot Rock High School

June 8 at the high school

Helix High School May 28

Visit schools webpages for more details.

Letter to the Editor Increase tribal dividends from 20% to 25%

To the Editor:

Cost of Living Expenses are steadily rising throughout the country, including here in our community. Tribal dividends from our CTUIR owned enterprises and businesses were never intended to be the primary or sole source of income for tribal members. However, the dividends definitely help tribal families and individuals meet necessary living expenses.

Although living expenses are always rising, our tribal dividends have remained at the same level of 20% of our overall CTUIR business profits for at least 15 years. When the Board of Trustees first made the decision to begin providing dividends the percentage was 15%. After about ten years at 15%, I brought the issue to our General Council floor for discussion.

Actually, at the time I planned to make a motion to increase the percentage by 10%, which would have raised it to 25%. However, another tribal member made a motion to limit the percentage increase by only 5%, from 15% to 20%, where it remains today.

Not too long ago, the CTUIR added the former Pendleton Country Club, now Birch Creek Golf Course, to our tribally owned businesses. Cayuse Holdings also recently started contributing to our tribal operating budget. Also, we have added Quaking Aspen bowling lanes to Wildhorse Resort. Thus, these additions to our existing tribally owned businesses should enable us to increase the dividend percentage for tribal members from 20% to 25%.

Tribal dividends will be on the May 2023, General Council agenda. General Council meetings are a forum for us General Council members to discuss relevant tribal affairs and issues, and bring forth and share new ideas and initiatives with fellow tribal members. At the meeting, I will give an overview of tribal dividends, and after GC discussion, I will make a motion to increase dividends from 20% to 25% of our overall profits from tribal enterprises and businesses.

This would create a positive ripple effect on our tribal and local economy. Above all, it would definitely assist tribal families and individuals with daily living costs.

Sincerely,

Bob Shippentower

Apartment ribbon cutting June 1

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difficult for tribal members to actually live on the reservation – because of fractionation, high land prices, or construction barriers – we are tearing down those barriers.”

A housing study conducted in 2017 identified a 20-year need of 349 homes, with the vast majority needed now. Through the Comprehensive Plan, Housing Strategy Plan, Capital Improvements plan and Board Priorities, the BOT and greater community identified housing projects as a key area of focus.

“This is the beginning of a new chapter for the CTUIR in creating affordable home sites.’

These two projects, and others coming down the line, will provide residential opportunities for tribal members, as well as employees of Wildhorse Resort & Casino, CTUIR government, and Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center, Luke said. The apartments could be used as a recruitment tool for wouldbe Yellowhawk doctors, some of whom – over the years – have been unable to find housing on the Umatilla Indian Reservation.

“These housing projects have been a long time in development and the CTUIR is making great strides in creating a broader range of housing available for working professionals in a livable and walkable neighborhood,” Tovey said.

going up.

“It’s an exciting time for CTUIR as there are rentals and home opportunities for low-to-moderate income individuals who establish credit. Our economy needs this. There are plenty of job opportunities on the Reservation and people need places to live,” Luke said.

The neighborhood also boasts 16 Neighborhood Services lots that can be used for a full range of future community facilities, such as apartments, assisted living, small neighborhood commercial, or office space.

Timíne Way North Apartments

- 30 units available in June 2023

- Quality, durable construction

- Handicap-accessible units available

- Studio apartments 421 square feet

- one-bedroom units 864 square feet

- two-bedroom units 1,085 square feet;

- Rental charge will include utilities

- electricity, water/sewer, modem/ internet, washer/dryer.

The Housing Strategy Team then carried these multifaceted projects through completion despite floods and a multiyear pandemic. These two projects add 80 units toward that goal - the largest increase in home sites and units in many years.

- J.D. Tovey II CTUIR Planning Department Director

“This is a long time coming; it’s great the CTUIR is creating a market,” said Marcus Luke, CTUIR Housing Department director.

As the tribal economy has grown, so has the individual wealth of tribal members. Individuals in the marketrate home range is a population that is rarely heard, yet exhibits the greatest need for homes and home sites.

Luke noted that over the years the Housing Department has had to deny some applicants because their incomes exceeded HUD limits.

Timíne Way North Apartments, across from Nixyaawii Community School, to the west of the Nixyaawii Governance Center, are expected to be complete before the end of May. This project provides 30 high quality and energy efficient apartments ranging from studios to two bedrooms that are just below market rate and not under HUD guidelines.

Creating this market is not just the creation of home sites or apartments, but more fundamentally was the creation of government systems and access to financing to allow for the ability for individual tribal members to experience the full benefits of home ownership.

Nixyáawii Neighborhood is complete and provides infrastructure for 50 residential home sites available for 99-year lease for tribal members to build their own home. About a dozen leases have been secured, and those individuals are preparing to construct in the next couple of years.

It won’t be long, Luke said, before homes with 30-year mortgages will be

These governmental systems included the adoption of the Land Leasing Code, and the 99-year lease instrument, and internal controls to manage those land transactions. The access to financing is being facilitated by the creation of the Nixyáawii Community Financial Services (NCFS) homeownership program.

Interested persons can call the CTUIR Housing Department and leave their name, phone number, e-mail address and any other pertinent information. 541-429-7920

Office of Legal Counsel and Office of Executive Director, and with the BOT for final basic policy approval including application process.

Not only will these systems make homeownership a reality, but it also benefits the community through secondary economic development, small business development, increase in jobs available, and community activities – further strengthening our sovereignty and resilience, Tovey said.

The Housing Strategy Team is a subcommittee of the Tribes’ Capital Improvement’s Committee which guides large construction projects. The Team included representatives from CTUIR departments – Economic and Community Development, Housing, Planning, Finance, Cultural Resources, and Public Works.

The Housing team also works with the CTUIR Housing Commission,

“After this development,” Luke said, “the development team is back to the drawing board for a needs assessment for elder and veterans housing before we circle back to low-income as well.”

For more information on Nixyáawii Neighborhood, visit the website at www. nixyaawii.com and for more information on the Timíne Way North Apartments contact the Housing Department at 541-429-7920.

Also, see the advertisement in this edition of the CUJ for the Community Celebration and Ribbon Cutting events, which will include guided tours, vendors, activities for the kids, and much more.

Work continues on the Timine Way North Apartments. A ribbon cutting ribbon ceremony is planned June 1 for the apartments and Nixyaawii Neighborhod, which is ready for development on the south side of Nixyaawii Community School.

CTUR youth advocate for salmon in Washington

Junior, Senior Youth Councils visit, learn, advocate, explore nation’s capital

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Youth Councils for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation traveled to the nation’s capital in midApril.

Over the course of six days, the CTUIR youth attended 13 meetings with elected officials, federal agencies, and NGO (non-governmental agency) partners.

Attending from the CTUIR Junior Youth Leadership Council were Garian McDonald, Sunhawk Thomas, Weptas Brockie, Hiyuum Nowland, Kymani Van Pelt, Brees Vanpelt, Abraham Shippentower-Lara, Penelope Gavin-Harvey, Sydney Carey, Dymond Say, Addison Carey, Meadow Morris, The Senior Youth Council included Diamond Greene and Meadow Morris.

CTUIR Youth Council mentors were Keyen Singer and Lindsey Pasena-Littlesky.

The group was led by the CTUIR Department of Children and Family Services Director and Youth Council Advisor Julie Taylor with chaperones Michelle Pasena, Cara Greene, and Wynema Thurman.

Accompanying the group were Youth Salmon Protectors Lily Wilson, Scout Alford, and Maanit Goel. Youth Salmon Protectors is a program of the Idaho Conservation League working to build a coalition of young people across the Northwest dedicated to honoring tribal treaties, breaching the four Lower Snake River dams, and saving wild salmon and steelhead.

The CTUIR Youth Leadership Council’s opportunity to go to D.C was facilitated by Mitch Cutter, a Salmon & Steelhead Associate from the Idaho Conservation League, and Abbie Abramovich, the Salmon Campaign Grassroots Coordinator from the Idaho Conservation League.

“We watched the kids’ confidence grow from quietly reading a few sentences off a sheet of paper to sharing personal stories of loss and hope for their Tribe and the salmon,” said chaperone Michelle Pasena. “The CTUIR leaders eloquently articulated how the decline in salmon has limited or erased many of our practices and traditions and how many in their community have turned toward unhealthy avenues (gambling, drugs, alcohol, etc.) to fill this void. These kids were able to connect the dots for elected officials in a way that invited them to be a part of the solution and to act urgently. In many of these meetings, it was hard to find a dry eye in the room.”

On the opening day, Monday, April 17, the Youth Council members prayed in front of the capital for a productive, educational, and strong week ahead with a ceremony led by Hiyuum Nowland , Weptas Brockie, Diamond Greene, Garian McDonald, Sunhawk Thomas, and Keyen Singer. The group sang two round-dance songs with other members participating with singing and dancing. Following that ceremony, the youth explored the National Museum of American Indian. Afterward, youth met with Trout Unlimited President Chris Wood and Political Affairs Vice President Lindsay Slater. The group learned about the damage dams do to salmon, steelhead, and other river life. Youth were also informed how

Trout Unlimited plans to replace the energy of hydro powered emissions (dams) with renewable solar, wind, and battery energy.

The next day, Tuesday, April 18, the young people representing the CTUIR split up to take advantage of numerous opportunities. Mentor Keyen Singer took half of the youth group and met with U.S. Senator Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, and U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington. Led by mentor Lindsey Pasena-Littlesky, the other half of the group met with U.S. Senator Patty Murray, D-Washington, and U.S. Representative Kim Schrier, D-Washington, as well as Department of Interior officials, including Director of Intergovernmental and External Affairs Carter Brown, senior Counselor to the Secretary, Lynn Trujillo.

Legislators spoke to the youth about Tribal consultation, communication and connections to Tribal government, and honoring trust responsibilities. The national leaders recognized the youths’ courage, strength, and their voices taking action. After nearly 10 miles of walking the youth rested their feet at a Major League Baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Baltimore Orioles.

Another amazing day, Wednesday, April 19, with a meeting with U.S. Representative Mike Simpson, R-Idaho. The youth were able to ask questions about Simpson’s plan, which states that breaching the lower river snake dams is possible. Following this meeting, the youth met with the Senate Indian Affairs Committee Staff – Ms. Robyn Colosimo (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers), and Dr. Zach Penney and Lauren Gibson from (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administation Fisheries Program). CTUIR member Jesse “Buck” Jones, who was in Washington to discuss the Native American Farm Bill, joined the group in a couple of meetings to witness the discussions with the legislators.

On Thursday, April 20, the Youth Council met with U.S. Congressman Ron Wyden and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, both from Oregon, and Congressman Derek Kilmer, fromWashington, later they met with U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon.

After an afternoon of meetings, the youth council performed a round dance at the Smithsonian National

From the CTUIR Children and Family Services Department

Cara Greene and daughters Diamond Greene and Keyen Singer hold signs in front of the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

- Chaperone Michelle Pasena

Members of the CTUIR Youth Councils posed with the Department of Interior officials in Washignton,D.C. April 18.

From left to right, Meadow Morris, Penelope Gavin, Luis Vasquez, Kymani Van Pelt, mentor Lindsey Pasena-Little Sky, Brees Van Pelt, Waptis Brockie, Garian McDonald, unidentified, Lynn Trujillo (Senior Counselor to the DOI Secretary), Julie Taylor, Shantha Ready Alonso (Director of Intergovernmental and External Affairs), Carter Brown (Associate Solicitor for Water Resources), and Abraham Shippentower. The youngsters were in Washington, D.C. April 17-21.

Members of the CTUIR Youth Councils meet with Sen. Mike Simpson, U.S. Congressman representing Idaho’s 2nd District. He met with the young people in his office in Washington, D.C.

Garian McDonald, an eighth grader at Sunridge Middle School in Pendleton, is a member of the CTUIR Junior Youth Council.

Addison Carey, Julie Taylor, and Sydney Carey advocate in Washington, D.C. Addision and Sydney are the daughters of Alaina Mildenburger.

“We watched the kids’ confidence grow from quietly reading a few sentences off a sheet of paper to sharing personal stories of loss and hope for their Tribe and the salmon.”

BOARD ELECTION

May 11

Noon-6:30 p.m. in front of school

Eligible voters are:

* A parent of a current student

* An employee of Nixyaawii Community School

* An employee of the CTUIR

* An enrolled CTUIR tribal member

* Current residents within the boundaries of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

Statements of three candidates follow:

Robert Fossek: I believe my education, life, and work experience can be a benefit to the Nixyaawii School Board and the school.

Wynema Thurman: I have experience serving on several different types of boards. While working as a Title VI Indian Education Coordinator for the CTUIR Community for the last 5+ years I have built a strong relationship of trust and connection with our tribal families. I believe with the experience that I have and with my connections within our community I can be an effective voice for our families and community that we represent and serve. I would like to help our tribal students receive an education that will take them anywhere they want to go in life. I want our community and NCS students to know that their voices of concern are heard and that they are valid.

Jamie Crane: I can bring a unique perspective after working on both the research side and the intervention side. I have over 11 years of direct classroom experience and know how to network with outside resources to ensure teachers, students, and community members can receive supports they may need. I have the experience and skills to speak to, and communicate with, various audiences about the various facets of NCS and to promote the goals and vision of the School Board.

Clean-Up, cornhole tournament, fish derby planned at Indian Lake

Lake Hiyuumptipin Campground open now

From the Department of Economicand Community Development

There are two dates to remember for reservations for Lake Hiyúumptipin (Indian Lake Campground) for the 2023 camping season.

May 1, 2023 will be the first day that staff will take reservations for the upcoming camping season. May 17, 2023, will be the day that there will be reservations for the 37th Annual Indian Lake Fish Derby. The campground opens on May 1.

There are three events planned for the campground this year. The first event is a cleanup weekend. The cleanup weekend is scheduled for May 13-14, 2023. There are numerous projects to help with during the cleanup. Free lunch will be provided on both days. Lunch will be served at noon and is for those that help with the cleanup. Call the office to let staff know what you are able to do to assist with the cleanup. Camping for this weekend will be free for those participating in the cleanup. Each mother/mother figure will receive a gift from the staff when they help with the cleanup.

A cornhole tournament has been scheduled for Saturday, May 27, 2023. The event will start at 1 pm. It will be a double-elimination tournament. It will cost $10/person to enter the tournament. Participants will have a chance to win Indian Lake gear. Staff wants campers to bring their cornhole boards to help with the tournament. The funds raised from this event will be used for the School Supply Fish Derby in July.

The 37th annual Indian Lake Fish Derby has been scheduled for Saturday, June 17, 2023. Reservations are recommended for this popular event. Pre-registration for the derby will take place on Friday, June 16, 2023. Please check in with the Caretaker’s space for pre-registration. The event begins at 6 and ends at 3 pm. Prizes will be awarded at 3:20 pm. The youngest registered fisher boy and girl and the oldest registered fisher father will receive a special prize from the staff. Each father/father figure will receive a gift from the staff when they register for the fish derby.

The year’s last event will be the 2nd Annual “School Supply” Fish Derby. Adult participants will pay a fee to participate in the fish derby. School-age youth will not have to pay the entry fee. July 15, 2023, is the date for this fish derby. Youth will receive school supplies. Adults will have a chance to win Indian Lake gear.

When entering the campground, the public and CTUIR enrolled members are reminded to check in with the Caretaker and Volunteers. To make a reservation, please call Leigh or Tami at 541-276-3873. There is no online reservation system. Updates may also be found on their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ IndianLakeCampground/, and the website, www.campindianlake.com. There is also a monthly newsletter during the camping season. Contact Leigh or Tami to be put on the monthly newsletter list. Campers will have 48 hours to cancel their reservation.

Obituaries

Elizabeth “Betsy’ Rose Hart

July 4, 1939 - April 4, 2023

Elizabeth “Betsy” Rose Hart, 83 died on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton. She was born on July 4, 1939 in Pendleton, Oregon to Tom Showaway and Louise Billy.

Dressing Ceremony was Friday, April 7, 2023 at Burns Mortuary of Pendleton. Recitation of the Holy Rosary at Mission Longhouse, followed by Washat Services. Final Seven was Saturday, April 8, 2023 with burial at Skyview Memorial Park Cemetery.

Burns Mortuary of Pendleton was in charge of funeral arrangements. Please visit our online guestbook and share a memory at www.burnsmortuary.com

Daniel Red Elk

Aug.

16, 1967 - April 8, 2023

Daniel Red Elk, 55, died on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland, Oregon.

Daniel was born on Aug. 16, 1967 in Pendleton, Oregon to Raymond Watchman and Kay Red Elk Webb.

Dressing Ceremony was Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Burns Mortuary. Washat Services followed at Mission Longhouse. Final Seven was Thursday, April 13, 2023, with burial at Agency Cemetery.

Burns Mortuary of Pendleton is in charge of funeral arrangements. Please visit our online guestbook and share a memory at www.burnsmortuary.com

Public Notice

2023 Call for Project Input

The CTUIR Capital Improvements Committee (CIC) is seeking input on future Capital Improvement Projects

The CTUIR Capital Improvements Committee (CIC) invites CTUIR community members to provide feedback on future capital projects. A list of planned and potential Capital Improvement Projects is displayed using the online webmap.

The webmap is an interactive application that allows you view project information, and provide comments on specific projects. Capital projects are larger development projects that provide services, protect resources, and improve the community. Input is being sought from the community to help the CIC make recommendations to the Board of Trustees for project priorities over the next few years. There are a range of projects such as housing, community services, recreation, natural resources, and economic development.

Capital Improvement Projects Webmap

Some of the projects shown on the webmap are already on the adopted list of projects for the CTUIR to pursue. Other projects (labelled New Proposal) were recently suggested by Departments or Committees/Commissions.

We welcome your input on the listed projects. If you do not have access to the internet, please contact the Tribal Planning Office at 541-276-3099 or TPO@ctuir.org and we will provide paper materials for your review. If there is a project that you feel is important to the community that is not yet on the list, please contact us and consider completing a New Project Application form.

Public input on the Capital Improvement Projects will be gathered throughout the month of May 2022. Thank you for your input!

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GOVERNMENT

Chair

N. Kathryn Brigham

Vice Chair

Aaron Ashley Treasurer

Sandra Sampson

Secretary

Sally Kosey

At-large BOT Members: Boots Pond

Corinne Sams

Lisa Ganuelas

Toby Patrick

Employment

Join the Cayuse Holdings team! We have dozens of jobs open each month. Work on the Reservation, remotely from your home, across the US or overseas. Equal Opportunity Employer. See the complete list of job openings at www.cayuseholdings.com.

Current Cayuse Holdings job opportunities include Business Support Specialist (at Cayuse headquarters), Business Operations Specialist, Designated Executive Assistant, Federal Proposal Manager, First Mate (Japan), Regional Field Tech, RSS Help Desk Agent (remote), Study Coordinator (Hawaii), and Desktop IT Technician on or near Indian Reservations across the US.

The Umatilla Agency Fire Program, in coordination with the Department of Natural Resources for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservationis working to fill 17 fire fighter positions for the 2023 Fire Season.

The fire crew is charged with conducting several fuels management projects, including continuing work on the Forth Reserve Treaty Rights Lands project near Indian Lake.

Mechanical and hand thinning are planned to start in June. Once the activity fuels are dry in the fall, and before snow fall, prescribed fire is planned on the thinning units.

COLUMBIA RIVER INTER-TRIBAL FISH COMMISSION

Open Now

Portland Office Positions

• Chief Financial Officer $130-160K

• Watershed Dept Manager $124-132K

• HR Partner $60-70K

• Salmon Marketing Asst. Coord. $43-46K

• Postdoc. Research Associate $56-60K

• Research Intern $15/hr

Columbia Gorge Positions

• Police Officers $62-68K

• Dispatcher/Comms Officers $45-50K

Hagerman, Idaho Positions

• Genomics Researcher $51-71K

La Grande, Oregon Positions

• Fishery Technicians (temp) $20.92- $22.32/hr

Coming Soon

• Fishing Site Maint. Deputy Mgr., The Dalles

• Maintenance Workers, The Dalles, OR

Chair

Lindsey X. Watchman

Vice Chair

Michael Ray Johnson Secretary

Shawna Gavin

Interpreter

Thomas Morning Owl

Executive Director: Donald G. Sampson

Deputy Executive Directors: Jonetta Herrera & Shana McConville Radford

4/26/2023

pútɨmt (first, ten)

Tribal Farm Enterprise starts Spring work on Reservation

Spring work has begun for the Tribal Farm Enterprise (TFE) on the Umatilla Indian Reservation.

Drivers and pedestrians should watch for sprayers and tractors in the

Mission and surrounding areas.

TFE currently has about 4,200 acres in wheat, 640 acres in spring barley, and about 300 acres of yellow mustard (used as a condiment). Additionally, 3,000 acres are in unfarmed fallow.

Tribal Farm Manager Kevin Hudson said FTE will continue “regenerative” agricultural practices that include cover cropping to stabilize soil throughout the

winter and spring, and promote soil health. TFE planted cover crops last fall.

Current wheat prices are around $7.20 per bushel (Portland price). Last year’s harvest price averaged $9.80 per bushel.

Hudson also said the TFE, which falls under the direction of the Confederated Tribes’ Farm Committee, continues to follow changes to the federal Farm Bill. The CTUIR has provided or will be providing official comments on proposed changes.

Malcolm earns second in Toastmaster contest

CUJ news biefs RENEWALS

Karen Malcolm finished in second place in the Speech Evaluation contest for Toastmasters International, Region

1, District 9, held April 15.

Malcolm is a member of the Cay-UmaWa Toastmasters Club and has held a number of offices for Toastmasters in the District. Her other interests include Steven King novels and Emperor Penguins.

Malcolm is now eligible to compete in advanced contests to be held later this spring.

Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., the organization’s membership exceeds 280,000 in more than 14,700 clubs in 144 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.

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Training brought leaders of 10 Tribal Nations to Tulalip

By Lyn Dennis, Tribal Relations Liaison, The Evergreen State College

Tulalip, WATULALPI, Wash. –

Elected leaders from 10 tribes, including the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), attended a new program, “The Elected Tribal Official Academy Training” by The Evergreen State College took place on Feb. 7 to 9, 2023, at the Tulalip Resort Casino and the Tulalip Gathering Hall.

Elected leaders attended from from the CTUIR, The Tulalip Tribes, the Lummi Nation, the Nooksack Tribe, the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, the Cowlitz Tribe, the Sauk-Suiattle Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of Colville, the Suquamish Tribe, and the Squaxin Island Tribe.

Lindsey Watchman, M.Ed, Chair of the CTUIR General Council, attended the training.

The program was presented by The Evergreen State College’s Tribal Relations, Arts and Cultures Division, in collaboration with the Native Nations Institute of the University of Arizona, and with a core team of leaders, including Cagey, who served as the steering committee for this training.

Lummi Indian Business Council member Henry Cagey told the elected leaders of tribal nations assembled, “As we look at the lay of the land with our leaders, we want them to be well

informed and well equipped for any issue that they face. ,” said Cagey,a member of the steering committee for this training. “We want good strong leaders to lead our people. And that they be able to stand up for their tribe and speak for their people.”

The training focused upon what an elected tribal leader needs to know today to be successful in their role and for their tribe. Topics included intergovernmental relations, the foundation of tribal sovereignty, and the role of tribes as sovereign nations.

The steering committee included Jamestown S’Klallam chairman Ron Allen; Tulalip chairwoman Teri Gobin; Lummi Indian Business Council member Henry Cagey; and Squaxin Island chairman Kris Peters. The committee guided the development of this unique training to make sure it met the needs of tribal leaders in the

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Nicht-Yow-Way elders pick trip destinations

Nicht-Yow-Way elders have selected the destinations for their 2023 activities.

The group has scheduled trips to a number of reservations, from Siletz on the Oregon Coast to Spokane to the north.

The following places, and the months they are planned, include:

- Siletz in May

- Nez Perce on June 9

- Grand Ronde and Tulalip this summer

- Coeur d’Alene and Puyallup in October

- Shipwreck Beads, Muckleshoot, Yakama, and Spokane with dates to be announced.

According to Nicht-Yow-Way senior policy, each CTUIR senior (age 55 and older) can sign up for up to three trips per year, not including day trips.

The total number of travelers will be limited by funds available. The program pays for group travel but cannot subsidize private cars. A daily allowance is provided to each traveler. Travelers can expect to share lodging with a roommate. Travel is arranged by Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) which requires a current waiver form from each traveler. Volunteer nonpaid drivers may sign up with CTUIR Human Resources.

Katrina Burnside, Senior Activities Coordinator, DCFS, is in charge of organizing the trips.

As trip time gets closer, she will post a sign-up sheet at the senior center. Burnside can be contacted at KatrinaBurnside@ctuir.org or at 541429-7314 or 541-429-7300.

Osprey nesting

Whitman appoints Gordon

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each November. She will work closely with students and faculty as well as departments across campus, including the Offices of Admission and Financial Aid to support recruitment and scholarship efforts for the Šináata Scholarship.

Adam Miller, Vice President for Admission and Financial Aid, says he looks forward to continuing and boosting Whitman’s outreach with Native American students.

“The creation of the Šináata scholarship last year was an important step, and adding additional intentional outreach and support for prospective applicants will be important in moving this work forward,” he says.

Bolton says that research from students in the Indigenous People’s Education and Culture Club (IPECC) helped develop the priorities of this role. They presented to Whitman leadership in 2022 and led a panel during the 2023 Whitman

Undergraduate Conference: “Towards a Native Outreach Program for Whitman College.”

“In developing the priorities for this role, we were greatly assisted by the research that students from IPECC undertook and presented to us last fall,” says Bolton.

Traditional Life

Gordon, who grew up on the Umatilla Indian Reservation near Pendleton, Oregon, feels that her traditional Native American background will lend itself well to this position and her ongoing work at Whitman.

“My childhood and experience in our traditional cultural practices provide me with a strong, positive, hope-filled insight that fits the historical, present and future of Whitman College and the CTUIR perfectly. My ancestors are the history of this place. I am the history of this place ... so are our people of today.”

The osprey have nestled up at the west end of Pendleton near the historical maker. The osprey, also called sea hawk, river hawk, and fish hawk, is a diurnal, fish-eating bird of prey with a cosmopolitan range. It is a large raptor, reaching more than 60 cm in length and 180 cm across the wings.

Photo by Dallas Dick

If you can read this ... Thank a teacher.

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they can access the grant and attend classes, even on-line if they live outside of Oregon.”

Weaskus said she hopes the state will continue to offer the grant program to help students attain educational goals.

“It’s an important part of our growing educated tribal workforce. It’s a great way for the state of Oregon to give back to the nine tribes after all the sacrifices our ancestors gave up to be here,” she said.

Read the Q&A from some CTUIR students:

Cynthia Bean

reshman at Blue Mountain Community College

Major: Associate of Science TransferBusiness

Occupation: Secretary II/ Receptionist, CTUIR Public Works

How did this grant encourage you or help you pursue going back to school?

I was already considering going back to school, and was planning on attending University of Phoenix. I changed my mind and decided to attend locally with BMCC, knowing that the tribal state grant would be helpful finance wise.

What has it meant for your education goals?

It means a lot to me in reaching my goals in getting my Associates in Business.

How else would you have made higher education possible?

I don’t know, this is so new to me.

What do you want the State of Oregon to know about this grant?

What does it mean to you?

I am thankful for it! It really means a lot to me, going part-time college and working full-time (I don’t want to overwhelm myself and quit school). Having this grant is a godsend. With other grants and scholarships you’re required to attend full-time.

What would you tell Governor Kotek about the need for this grant for future students?

I would let her know to keep it going, this is a motivation and it encourages Tribal students to continue their education and or go back to school. We need more Tribal students to continue and get that education.

Why should the State of Oregon keep offering this grant?

It helps! Like I mentioned before I am a part-time student and I don’t qualify for scholarships that my Success Coach emails us students to apply for, they require that you be a full-time student.

Lauren Lewis

Graduate student at Oregon State University Master’s Degree in Radiation Health Physics

Occupation: Chemist I, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Energy and Environmental Sciences Program (EESP)

How did this grant encourage you or help you pursue going back to school?

The Oregon Tribal Student Grant allowed me to continue pursuing my educational goals without needing additional student loans. With the assistance of the grant, I felt more prepared to return to college.

What has it meant for your education goals?

Receiving the Oregon Tribal Student Grant means I can reach my educational goals sooner and without the stress of excessive student loans upon graduation.

How else would you have made higher education possible?

If it weren’t for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant, I would have had to work for several more years before feeling ready to transition back to college. I would have needed to take out more student loans and might have had to leave my position working for the tribe to qualify for an assistantship.

What do you want the State of Oregon to know about this grant? What does it mean to you?

This grant is essential to improving tribal representation on campuses and throughout every level of the workforce. Historically, college requirements have been a significant barrier to Indigenous populations across Oregon and beyond. The Oregon Tribal Student Grant reduces the financial burden placed on Indigenous people by attending college, allowing more Native Americans to succeed as students and professionals. To me, this grant represents a commitment to equity and diversity in higher education.

What would you tell Governor Kotek about the need for this grant for future students?

I urge Governor Kotek and the State of Oregon to continue offering the Oregon Tribal Student Grant to students.

This grant is critical in supporting Indigenous students and improving educational outcomes for historically underrepresented populations. By continuing to provide this grant, Oregon can help make higher education more accessible to Indigenous students and reduce the financial obstacles that often prevent them from pursuing their dreams.

Why should the State of Oregon keep offering this grant?

The Oregon Tribal Student Grant is a vital component in advancing equity and diversity in higher education, and it has the potential to positively impact the lives of countless Indigenous students for years to come. By continuing to offer this grant, Oregon can show its commitment to supporting Indigenous students, increasing educational opportunities, and

promoting a more inclusive workforce.

Kylie Thorne

Junior at Oregon Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Dental Hygiene

Occupation: Dental Administrator and Dental Hygienist, Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center

How did this grant encourage you or help you pursue going back to school?

I had been on the fence about returning to school but this opportunity I could not let pass by. I read about it and began applying to finish my Bachelor’s degree.

What has it meant for your education goals?

It got me motivated to start taking classes again, whereas before I had just been putting it off until I could find the time. There is never a great time to add education into your full time work schedule, so this gave me the boost I needed.

How else would you have made higher education possible?

I would have had to take more student loans to cover the expenses.

What do you want the State of Oregon to know about this grant? What does it mean to you?

This grant created amazing opportunity for those that needed that extra kick in the pants to get going with school. Money is a huge barrier for most decisions, so with this grant it allowed many to continue working, and complete their educational goals without the pressure of extra debt.

What would you tell Governor Kotek about the need for this grant for future students?

The more opportunities created for education, the more students will hopefully take advantage of this, and we will have more skilled and educated workers in the community. Education is very expensive, and the way financial aid works when you

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‘Having this grant is a godsend.’

- Cynthia Bean

‘ This grant is essential to improving tribal representation on campuses and throughout every level of the workforce.’

- Lauren Lewis

‘This grant created amazing opportunity for those that needed that extra kick in the pants to get going with school.’

- Kylie Thorne

Lauren Lewis, a Chemist in the Department of Natural Resources Energy and Environmental Sciences Program, is taking advantage of the state’s grant program. In this photo he is flanked by intern Aaron Luke and lab assistant Deshon Dick.

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are right out of high school limits how many families can actually afford to send their children to college.

Why should the State of Oregon keep offering this grant?

The State of Oregon made a huge impact and hopefully set the tone for other states to implement something similar to help and encourage students to continue their education.

Megan Van Pelt

Junior at University of Oregon

Major: Native American & Indigenous Studies

Occupation: Full-time student, Co-director of UO Native American Student Union

How did this grant encourage you or help you pursue going back to school?

The Oregon Tribal Student Grant has been instrumental in alleviating the financial burden of attending a four-year institution for me. This grant has not only enabled me to pursue my academic goals, but it has also encouraged me to fully immerse myself in the college experience. Thanks to this grant, I have been able to focus on my studies and participate in extracurricular activities without the constant worry of financial constraints. I am truly grateful for the opportunities that this grant has provided me.

What has it meant for your education goals?

If this grant continues, it will not only enable me to graduate next year as one of the first cohort of Native American & Indigenous Studies (NAIS) majors at the University of

Oregon (UO), but also provide me with the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree. This grant would make my dream of becoming a graduate student a reality, rather than just a distant possibility.

What do you want the State of Oregon to know about this grant? What does it mean to you?

It is imperative that the State of Oregon recognize the significance of this grant as an obligation to the tribal students and nations of Oregon. The contributions made by the nine tribes towards education, wildlife programs, non-profits, local businesses, sponsoring athletic teams, and the overall economic stability of the state through tribal revenue are substantial. This grant is an investment in the future of the tribes and the state as a whole, and should be viewed as such.

Kotek about the need for this grant for future students?

I strongly urge Governor Kotek to continue funding the Oregon Tribal Student Grant, as it is crucial for ensuring financial stability and offsetting the exorbitant fees of attending a four-year institution. This grant is an absolute obligation for tribal students, who have historically faced systemic barriers to accessing higher education. In the short span of a year, I have witnessed an unprecedented influx of students and non-traditional learners returning to education, and this grant has played a significant role in encouraging tribal members to pursue their educational aspirations. It is imperative that the state continues to invest in the futures of its tribal students by supporting this grant.

Trinity Treloar

Junior at Portland State University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

Occupation: Full-time student

How did this grant encourage you or help you pursue going back to school?

This grant helped me to continue attending school, due to the cost of living going up over the past few years, more funding is needed for students to continue to pursue their education. The funding that this grant provides is important to my financial wellness while attending school.

My education goals are to graduate with a major in accounting. With this funding, it makes it easier to achieve this goal. The less financial stress, the better I can focus on my education. Doing well in school is an important factor in a successful academic career.

Having a strong support group available for people thinking of pursuing their higher education helped. Funding plays a big part in the availability of school, however, being supported by friends and family is also important.

This grant has made pursuing a higher education for an indigenous woman more obtainable, This grant helps lessen the financial burden of pursuing a higher education.

The future is in our children. Having obtainable higher education will overall have a positive impact on our community. Please keep the funding going for our future generation of students.

Chairwoman Gobin said that it is better to work together as tribes, and “it is amazing how much you can learn” from other tribes and tribal leaders who will share information and ideas. She said, “It is important to make notes, make friends and have respect for one

What would you tell Governor

another.”

Jamestown S’Klallam chair Ron Allen said this training was an opportunity for elected tribal leaders to step back from their busy schedules and look at the big picture of how and why their roles are important to their tribal nations.

“Becoming a tribal leader in the 21st century,” Allen said, “has

become a much more complicated and challenging duty for tribal council members today. Even though Tribes have become more successful in the last twenty to thirty years, finding balance for all the programs, services, and duties to represent our tribal nations requires focused dedication, commitment, and sensitivity to our

communities’ countless needs.”

The state of Oregon should keep offering this grant for the future of our people, the people of the state. Northwest.

Mel Tonasket, former chair of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville, who is also a former National Congress of American Indians president, urged tribal leaders to hold onto their Tribe’s sovereignty with all their knowledge and strength.

Megan Van Pelt testifies vika ZOOM in front of the Oregon Legislature regarding the Oregon Tribal Grant program. Bottom right is the legislature’s language signer.

Kotek nominates George to EOU Board, Miller to Gorge Commission

Senate Rules Committee to consider appointments May 9

Salem, OR — Governor Tina Kotek has nominated Gary George, among others, to the Eastern Oregon University Board of Trustees.

The state board and commission appointments have been sent to the Oregon Senate for confirmation. The Senate Committee on Rules is scheduled to consider the nominations on May 9.

George, an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, is the Chief Executive Officer at Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

Kotek also nominated Carina Miller of Warm Springs to the Columbia Gorge Commission.

Another Pendleton woman, Sasha McKeon, has been nominated to Oregon Fair Appeals Board.

“The individuals I am nominating today bring robust and diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to our state,” Governor Kotek said. “I am grateful for their willingness to serve.”

Thank you letter

The Pendleton Early Learning Center would like to thank the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Fisheries Department for facilitating a wonderful field trip experience for our kindergarteners.

We enjoyed learning about salmon and lamprey at the Pendleton Accumulation Site.

We would like to thank the following CTUIR Fisheries staff: Shaun Montgomery, Aaron Jackson, Ty Minthorn, Jerrid Weaskus, Kanim Moses-Conner, Paul Sheoships and Easton Powaukee.

Youth Council advocates for salmon in DC

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Museum of American Indian. The youth were given a tour by curator Renee Gokey who taught the youth some of the symbolic architecture, and educated the youth about tribal sovereignty, explaining the exhibit about tribal treaties and why they were formed.

The day ended with group discussion and celebration at the Patagonia store, which uses a percentage of their sales to fund trips to promote social justice. The youth had dinner while watching a film that showcased history of Celilo Falls.

The young people reflected on their journey with the Youth Salmon Protectors and Idaho Conservation League.

Added Pasena, “For many of the CTUIR youth council members, this was their first time on a plane, let alone their first time in DC.

“It was incredibly powerful to see them walking up to the Capital in their traditional clothing, performing a song and dance in the lobby of the Native American Smithsonian, and promising to ‘indigenize everywhere’ they went. They were also excited to see Native representation in a few of our meetings where staff from other Tribes shared their own stories and experiences as an Indigenous person in DC.”

A quote from Abbie Abramovich, the Salmon Campaign Grassroots Coordinator from the Idaho Conservation League, provided another perspective of the trip.

“On behalf of Idaho Conservation League, I would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to Patagonia for all of the support provided to make our DC trip possible. This trip, including a combined group of Youth Salmon Protectors and Confederated Tribes of Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Youth Council, was incredibly

Elders meet with BOT Chair, plan June listening session

From Susan Sheoships, Nicht-Yow-Way Senior Program secretary

MISSION - Kat Brigham invited the seniors to set a date in June for an Elders’ Listening Session with the Board of Trustees (BOT) when she dropped in on their March 3 meeting. Site and date are yet to be determined, since the schedules of all the trustees must be coordinated.

At their April 7 meeting, the seniors firmed up agenda items to present to the Board of Trustees in June. Some years ago, the Board of Trustees held an Elders Listening Session with tribal elders to present their needs and issues. The Board followed up with a letter to all seniors outlining a response to each issue. This time around, Kat Brigham asked that the seniors boil down many issues into a few overall agenda items.

impactful for the decision-makers we met with, for the kids themselves, and for our staff. Personally, this experience helped reignite my passion and hope that we’ll soon see a free-flowing lower Snake River.”

Secondly, Brigham asked for the elder group’s input on her appointment on the Secretary’s Tribal Advisory Group (STAC) to the Department of Interior (DOI).

The STAC is comprised of 12 tribal representatives who will deal with more than dotting “i’s” and crossing “t’s” as they work on reforming Department of Interior (DOI) process improvement for Tribal consultation to Secretary Deb Haaland.

As background, DOI includes the agencies Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Federal Consulting Group, U.S. Geological Survey, Indian Arts and Crafts Board, and National Park Service. Many elders remember a time when BIA ran programs such as trust land management; social services to children, the elderly and families, child protection; and education benefits. Nowadays, Tribes run their own programs. DOI has new duties like helping Tribes establish broadband ownership as well as old duties such as Tribal-state gaming compacts. Now tribal relations with DOI are more likely characterized as co-management and co-stewardship with Tribes, introducing indigenous knowledge, and developing sustainable best practices in natural resource management.

This year an Indian Child Welfare Act case (Brackeen v. Haaland) is under Supreme Court scrutiny. Its outcome could yet again affect the federal stance toward tribal sovereignty.

Nicht-Yow-Way senior program is administered by Department of Children and Family Services, CTUIR, 541-429-7300. Officers are Mary Halfmoon, Chair; Lorena Thompson, Vice-Chair; Susan Sheoships, Secretary.

Top photo: Members of Youth Councils for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation walk toward the Nation’s Capital.

At right, Weptas Brockie, Garian McDonald and Hiyuum Nowland display signs advocating for salmon on the steps of the U.S. Capital in Washington, D.C.

Photo below, Youth Council members meet with Robyn Colosimo, Deputy Assistant Secretary to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, along with Buck Jones from the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission.

Here are the results from the Blue Mountain Community College Pow wow, held March 11at the McCrae Activity Center (MAC).

Master of Ceremonies was Fred Hill. The event was sponsored by BMCC Arts and Culture Series, BMCC Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, BMCC ASG, CTUIR Education Department, CTUIR Higher Education Program, CTUIR DCFS

FANCY / JINGLE

1st Place Dazha Joseph

2nd Place Athena Whiskeyjack

3rd Place Hazel Quaempts

JUNIOR GIRL’S TRADITIONAL

1st Place Hannah Brown 2nd Place Gwen Johnson

Place Gia Spino

JUNIOR BOY’S TRADITIONAL

1st Place Amadeo Tewee

2nd Place Jesse Bevis JR

3rd Place Truman Brown

13 AND OVER WOMEN’S FANCY / JINGLE

1st Place Aurora Whiskeyjack

2nd Place Alayna Bevis

3rd Place Teata Ellenwood

13 AND OVER WOMEN’S TRADITIONAL

1st Place Jackie Barkley

2nd Place Nukinka Manuel

3rd Place Jeanine Gordon

13 AND OVER MEN’S TRADITIONAL

1st Place Jessie Bevis SR

2nd Place Wilbur Oatman

3rd Place Elijah Bauer

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Springers are running!

Terrie Brigham Price and Nakeyah Watchman hold a couple of the spring chinnook salmon they caught on the Columbia River near Cascade Locks on May 2.

Below, Kelsey Kalama from Warm Springs, runs a net along the concrete locks at Cascade Locks. He was fishing with brothers Sonny and Mike Berry, also from Warm Springs.

As of May 1, some 20,764 spring chinook had crossed over Bonneville Dam. That compares to more than 51,000 at the same time last year and the 10-year average of 45,000. According to Mike Richards, the CTUIR Fish Passage Project leader, just 17 adults and one jack had crossed Three Mile Falls Dam on the Umatilla River as of April 28. The 10-year average in is 102 adults.

Steelhead numbers at Three Mile as of April 28 were 1,919, compared to mid-April last year of 1,223 and a 10year average as of mid-April of 2,767. Preston Bronson, CTUIR Harvest Manager, said more fish are expected. “It appears that everything is late.”

náptiyaw nápt (second, two)

Netflix filming ‘Rez Ball’ on Navajo Reservation in

From Indian Country Today, April 18, 2023

‘Rez Ball’ releases cast full of familiar names

Production for Netflix’s new basketball show called “Rez Ball” is underway in New Mexico and the Navajo Nation.

The story follows the Chuska Warriors, a Native high school basketball team in New Mexico.

In late April, Netflix released a photo and a cast list. The show is being directed by Sydney Freeland. Of “Reservation Dogs” fame, Sterlin Harjo joins Freeland as screenwriters.

“I could not be more enthusiastic about Rez Ball,” Freehand said in a statement. “I am so grateful to Netflix, Wise, Springhill, Chernin and Lake Ellyn for their help bringing this story to life. This is a story that is so deep and close to me, and to be able to showcase our part of America with the world

in such an authentic way is deeply gratifying.

“We set out to make a film from an authentic point of view, and our incredible cast has brought Sterlin’s and my words to life in that way. Our actors, culled from over 5,000 submissions, embody the spirit and energy of what ‘Rez Ball’ is, and I can’t wait to share it with the world.”

Cast: Jessica Matten (Dark Winds, Tribal, Frontier), Julia Jones (The Mandalorian), Amber Midthunder (Prey), Kiowa Gordon, Dallas Goldtooth (Reservation Dogs, Fall Out), Cody Lightning, Ernest Tsosie and introducing Kauchani Bratt,

newcomers Devin Sampson-Craig, River Rayne Thomas, Jojo Jackson, Avery Hale, Hunter Redhorse Arthur, Henry Wilson Jr, Jaren K. Robledo, Damian Henry Castellane, Kusem Goodwind, and Zoey Reyes.

along with

Former Pendleton Buckaroo Muriel Jones-Hoisington, a member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatailla Indian Reservation, played for Linn Benton Community College in her freshmen year. The team played in the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Women’s basketball tournament at Columbia Basin College in Pasco, Wash. on March 9. The season ended with a first round loss to Peninsula Community College, 79-76. Linn Benton finished the season with a record of 21-7 overall and 11-5 in conference play.

Jones-Hoisington helps Linn Benton to playoffs

Pacific Northwest Regional

From TERO Program of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

MISSION - The Pacific Northwest TERO Region held its first conference since the COVID-19 pandemic struck three years ago April 19-20 at the Wildhorse Resort & Casino.

“The event was reinvigorating for all of us in TERO,” said John Barkley, TERO Program Manager for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation. “We reaffirmed our dedication and commitment to serving our people, training and deploying them onto viable construction career opportunities, and with our partnerships with contractors, unions, state and federal agencies.”

Starting the regional conference was a tribute for Dan Press, attorney for TERO’s parent company - the Council for Tribal Employment Rights (CTER), who died last November.

Press was fresh out of Yale law school when he worked for the Navajo Nation to battle discrimination practices pre-

venting Navajos from employment on their reservation.

Press was co-founder of CTER and more recently addressed historical trauma issues for Native people, including a visit to CTUIR a few years ago. He also started an annual scholarship, “Itche Shiakake,” the name given to him by the Crow Tribe, which means “outstanding young man.”

Press states in his description of the scholarship “when awarding the scholarship to the deserving young person during the TERO conferences, I have always tied it back to the qualities and the struggles of the founding TERO directors, so the new generation of directors can learn on whose shoulders they stand.”

As a result of his work with the Navajo, 12 Indian tribes convened at the Warm Springs reservation to discuss the establishment of tribal employment rights offices to address discrimination and harassment practices experience by Native Americans in the construction industry. Indian tribes are exempt

from Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibiting such acts.

In 1978, CTUIR established its TERO, which are modeled after unions regarding recruitment and dispatching, and incorporates Title VII-type language to protect referrals on construction projects.

“Dan was a consummate professional, a stalwart in protecting the rights of Native Americans in employment and contracting,” said Barkley. “His legacy to helping address these issues and educating all about the tenets of fair opportunity and the exercise of tribal sovereignty were instrumental throughout his career. We are indebted and thankful for his dedication.” Federal agencies, which represented onsite or virtually, included the Department of Labor’s Wage & Hour Division and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Other topics and presentations included the laborer’s union on Suicide Awareness; Apprenticeship programs

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Tribes sign 25th MOU with Washington State University

Members of several Northwest tribes took part in the 25th anniversary signing of a memorandum of agreement with Washington State University May 2. Signing for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation was Board of Trustees Chair Kat Brigham and WSU Tribal Nation Building Leadership Program Student Representative and CTUIR member Ermia Butler. BOT member Boots Pond also attended the ceremony. The MOU states that, together with the signatory tribes, WSU wishes,”to create a structure to strengthen the relationships between them, and to improve the quality of educational services and opportunities provided” and to, “increase access to, and Native American Achievements at, WSU.”

Evangelistic weekend May 6-7 at Tutuilla Presbyterian Church

Evangelistic weekend is May 6 and 7.

Join us for food, song, and sermon during this annual event, which begins with a song service on Friday, May 5 at 6 p.m. On Saturday, lunch will be served followed by an auction to raise church funds. Worship and music service will follow from 6- 8 p.m. Regular Sunday service will be followed by lunch. Call Bonnie Burke with questions or to arrange to submit auction items at 541-429-0806.

Some 15 men, women, and children have been baptized since the first of the year.

Our Sunday school class has returned to be led by Carl.

Monthly Potlucks, starting after church at 12:15 p.m., will resume in June. Potlucks are held the last Sunday of each month except in November and December. A public meeting will be held in June to publicize new information about Tutuilla Presbyterian Church Historical Cemetery burials and procedures.

Our small congregation is loving, respectful of all, and dedicated. We welcome all to join us on Sunday. Mornings at 11 a.m.

Submitted by Micheal L Minthorn.

What’s the frequency

Kenneth? KCUW 104.1

Nominated by: Emilio

Nominated by: Phillipe Goland

Nominated by: Angelina Hernandez

GIRLS

15-18 Girls

1st Place: Lady Shockers

2nd Place: HoopHers

3rd Place: Nation

All-Stars: Nevaeh Parrish (Lady Shockers), K.K. Bass (Lady Shockers), Sophie Bronson (HoopHer), Lele Sohappy (Nation)

Ms. Hustle: Jalaya “J.T” Burns (HoopHers)

Most Valuable Player: Trinity Wheeler (Lady Shockers) (presented by BAAD Dignitary Arleta Sampson)

BOYS

15-18 Boys:

1st Place: Chi

2nd Place: Cayuse

3rd Place: Shadow Wolves

2023 BAAD tournament champions

All-Stars: Ty William (Shadow Wolves), Seneca Ball (Chi), Andre Niko (Chi) Shane Rivera (Cayuse), Symon Picard (Cayuse)

Mr. Hustle: Brave Johnson (Cayuse)

Most Valuable Player: Yanni Fassilis (Chi) (Presented by BAAD Dignitary Randy Minthorn)

GIRLS

12-14 Girls:

1st Place: NW Heat

2nd Place: Himyuume

3rd Place: Wapato

All-Stars: Jazybyl Espinoza (Wapato), Erilynn GreyBull (Wapato), Ella Payne (Himyuume), Cilla Thomas (Himyuume), Bella Valadez (NW Heat)

Ms. Hustle: Cilla Thomas (Himyuume)

Most Valuable Player: June Fiander (NW Heat) – Presented by Shoni Schimmel

BOYS

12-14 Boys:

1st Place: Shadow Wolves

2nd Place: Zugwuts

3rd Place: Tigerz

All-Stars: Keillan Allen (Tigerz), Maliki Fong (Tigerz), Payton Brown (Zugwuts), Ryzen Nunez (Zugwuts), Clifford Eneas (Shadow Wolves)

Mr. Hustle: Kayman Jordan (Zugwuts)

Most Valuable Player: Budda Aranda (Shadow Wolves) – Presented by BAAD Dignitary Leo Stewart

GIRLS

9-11 Girls:

1st Place: Cougs

2nd Place: Shadow Wolves

3rd Place: Lady Tigers

All-Stars: Eva Smith (Lady Tigers), Aiyana Suppah (Lady Tigers), Aisley Kiehn (Shadow Wolves), Elise Montes (Shadow Wolves), Shynee Hamilton (Cougs)

Ms. Hustle: Tiana Craven (Shadow Wolves)

Most Valuable Player: Ariella Moran (Cougs) – Presented by Lawanda Bronson In Memory of BAAD Dignitary Videll Bronson.

BOYS

9-11 Boys:

1st Place: Autobots

2nd Place: Shadow Wolves

3rd Place: Warriors

All-Stars: Seldon Miller (Warriors), Ray Jackson Jr. (Warriors), AJ Arroyo (Shadow Wolves), Elijah Palomarez (Shadow Wolves), Cooper Rittenbach (Autobots)

Mr. Hustle: Nate Abrams (Shadow Wolves)

Most Valuable Player: Quincy Sams (Autobots) – Presented by Boots Pond In Memory of BAAD Dignitary Mitch Pond)

CO-ED

6-8 boys and girls

1st Place: Little Springers

2nd Place: Sacred Circle

3rd Place: Shadow Wolves

All-Stars: Razor Benson (Cougs), Nani Tulee (Cougs), Wade Smiscon Moses (Shadow Wolves)

Narceaseus Little Tree Fiander (Shadow Wolves)

Mr. & Ms. Hustle: Jayce Reuben & Sawyer Johnson (Sacred Circle)

Most Valuable Players: Koa Greene & Aria Thurby (Little Springers) – Presented by Boots Pond and Liana Stewart

First fund-raiser held for Weston-McEwen golf team

The first Tiger Scots Girls Basketball Golf Fundraiser Tournament was held April 22 at Wildhorse Resort Golf Course. Organizers D.J. Gonzalez and Louie Quaempts say it will be an annual event.

East Valley Turf and Putting Green, a company owned by CTUIR member Keith Quaempts, was the title sponsor of the event. Artificial Turf and Putting Green is located in Arizona.

Organizers Gonzalez and Quaempts had this to say after the tournament:

“We are so grateful to our girls, parents, community and surrounding businesses from near and far that helped make our tournament a huge success. With the businesses generosity, donations, raffle items and hole sponsorship this tournament would have not been a success. We would like to give a big thank you to our Title Sponsors Keith and Kasey Quaempts, owners of East Valley Turf. We would also like to thank the Wildhorse Golf Course and staff for their outstanding work on making our tournament run so smoothly”.

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by the Nez Perce and Shoshone-Bannock tribes of Idaho; Indigenizing & Solution Based Training by Lummi Nation; and Tribal Council discussion TERO 101 Best Practices by Brian Porter of Swinomish TERO.

A TERO-ODOT (Oregon Department of Transportation) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) panel included representatives from the CTUIR and ODOT. Barkley moderated the panel covering the MOU, noting that the CTUIR was the first Indian tribe to have such an agreement addressing employment and Indian preference policies prescribed by the Federal Highway Administration (FwHA) since August 1984.

ODOT members included Angela Crain, Civil Rights Director; Ken Patterson, Region Manager for Region 5 (northeast Oregon); and Rex Stanley, Region 5 Field Coordinator for the ODOT Office of Civil Rights. TERO

staff met with ODOT after the panel at the Tam á st slikt Cultural Institute for their annual meeting to discuss the MOU, and afterwards ODOT officials toured the museum exhibit wing.

The MOU applies a boundary that extends about 60 miles beyond the Umatilla Indian Reservation. TERO has projects in Oregon as far away as Huntington and Joseph. Through federal authorization, TERO can bill in “off-reservation situations” at an “agreed upon rate for service rendered,” i.e., recruitment, employee referral and related supportive services.

According to the policy, “proceeds are used by tribes to develop and maintain their skills bank, to fund job referrals, counseling, liaison, and other services and activities related to the employment and training of Indians.”

The Confederated Tribes’ TERO is implementing a pre-apprenticeship construction training program and hiring an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator to manage the program and administer

a Ready For Oregon grant awarded to TERO by the Bureau of Labor Industries (BOLI).

“We need to train younger adults by orienting them to the various opportunities in the building trades, their benefits, and the prevailing wage jobs offered,” said Barkley. “We’re leasing space at the Food Distribution Center (in Coyote Business Park South) where we have an office and shop.”

TERO is training students from the Nixyáawii Charter School construction class on a CAT simulator that provides lessons on both front-end loader and motor grader, and a welding simulator.

According to the MOU, “ODOT considers the availability of a pool of skilled and trained workers in heavy highway construction trades to be beneficial to Federal-Ad highway projects on or near the Reservation.”

TERO earmarks its fees derived from ODOT projects for training related to bridge and highway construction, and also supports its own program.

“Since the pandemic,” Barkley said, “the construction industry has faced labor shortages and we see training as a valuable resource to prepare a younger workforce to capitalize on viable construction career opportunities offered under the MOU and with our tribal projects.”

Plans have been developed to build a new hotel, convention center, and parking garage at the Wildhorse Resort & Casino, and a waste-water treatment plant that will free up 300 acre feet of groundwater for economic growth. Building these projects requires building a training program to facilitate the labor needed on these projects, Barkley said.

Attendees of the regional conference also enjoyed some bowling, golf, gambling, and sight-seeing. The national CTER convention August 8-11 will be at the Coeur d’ Alene tribal resort and casino.

1st net team: The first place team had to leave prior to awards ceremony, therefore tournament helpers held their blankets: left to right, Charlotte Hansell, Addy Hall, Megan McLouth, and Charli Campbell. Net went to a scorecard playoff with 4 teams tied at -23. Second place after tiebreaker was the team of Jeff Graham, Quinn Graham, Casey Perkins, Colby Perkins; team of Steven Breshears, Roy Shuening, Shane Dillavou, and Drew Van Cleave; and the team of Kenzie Hansell, Luke Hansell, Jake Rhodes, and Dennis Darnold.

1st Gross team. (-18): Gary George, Megan George, Quincy George, Paul French. 2nd gross team (-17): Keith Quaempts, Kasey Quaempts, Jarod Eagles, Jen Eagles.

Aiden Wolf drives on the 17th hole at Wildhorse Golf Course during a fundraising tournament in April.

USDA announces firstever grants for Indigeous meat processing

Grant program will now include bison, reindeer, moose, elk and salmon

By Stewart Huntington, Indian Country Today

WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday it would – for the first time – offer grants for harvesting, processing and storing Indigenous meats such as bison, reindeer, moose, elk and salmon, offering a boost to tribes working to improve food sovereignty.

The change will expand USDA funding, which had been available only for meats the department regulates, such as beef, pork or chicken.

“We are thrilled that we’re going to invest in Indigenous animal processing,” said Heather Dawn Thompson, the USDA’s director of the Office of Tribal Relations. “We have heard loud and clear in our consultations with tribal governments that they want to make sure that they have proteins that are based on Indigenous animals for their communities. This is the first time that our funds are going to be available

for those animals. We’re changing the course of history together.”

The department’s Indigenous Animals Harvesting and Meat Processing Grant Program will provide up to $50 million to improve tribal nations’ food and agricultural supply chain resiliency by developing and expanding infrastructure related to meat from Indigenous animals. The program will fund projects that focus on expanding local capacity for the harvesting, processing, manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling, or distribution of indige-

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Sockeye salmon strips hang in a smokehouse on the Kuskokwim River at Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge. (Photo by Lisa Hupp/ USFWS, courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)

Jingle dress children’s book shows dance is prayer

Author found solace during pandemic by watching healing dances online

By Sandra Hale Schulman Special to ICT

The power of the Jingle Dress Dance with its bright colors and joyful sounds of jingles parades through “Why We Dance,” the forthcoming children’s book by Saddle Lake Cree author Deidre Havrelock and illustrator Aly McKnight, Shoshone-Bannock.

The book, which is due out in the fall of 2023, is an exuberant story about history, joy and the healing power of the dance through such preparations as checking the regalia, getting dressed, braiding hair, packing lunches for long days and practicing the steps.

Havrelock said she learned along the way as she was writing.

“I was praying all through the journey of writing this book,” Havrelock told ICT recently. “I was praying for understanding, praying for direction, praying to meet the right people, praying to get the words right. What I learned and what I hope others take away from this book is that the jingle dress has a history traceable to a specific region and people. It’s important to honor not only that history but also the people who today continue to hold that history as Knowledge Keepers.”

She also learned it meant something deeper.

“I also learned that our traditional dancing truly is prayer,” she said. “I had many questions about prayer during the writing of this book, and I

was using a lot of words to convey my thoughts to Creator like, ‘What should I specifically be praying for when I dance?’ Or, ‘What words should I use?’

“And then, in a dream, I heard this from Creator: “The dance is the prayer,’ and I fully understand the language.”

Havrelock said that was the push she needed.

“That shut me up and brought me into alignment,” she said. “ And so, what I really would like readers, especially non-Indigenous readers, to take away from this book, is that prayer takes many forms. And Native American traditional dance is a legitimate and beautiful expression of prayer. More dance, less words.”

The book is being published by Abrams Books for Young Readers, which specializes in picture books and illustrated nonfiction for preschool through middle-grade readers. It is one of several books Havrelock is writing that are set to be published in the next 18 months.

Other upcoming books from Havrelock include the picture books, “Buffalo: The Enduring Story of Buffalo and the First Peoples of North America,” from Holiday House this summer, and “The Heartbeat Drum,” from Abrams in the fall of 2024.

She is also writing a nonfiction book for middle-grade students about Indigenous ingenuity, co-authored with Edward Kay, that is expected to be released this spring from Little, Brown and Company. She has also previously written several books about faith.

Power of dance

The Jingle Dress Dance has a fascinating history told in various ways in the U.S. and Canada about a dream an elder had to heal a sick child in the early 1900s.

The dream said to make a dress with rattling jingles for healing. The jingles are typically rolled tin-can lids, often stamped with the can company’s name,

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A new illustrated children’s book by Saddle Lake Cree author Deidre Havrelock explores the power of the Jingle Dress Dance. The book, which is set for release in the fall of 2023 by Abrams Books for Young Readers, is illustrated by Aly McKnight, Shoshone-Bannock. (Photo courtesy of Deidre Havrelock)

CTUIR Notice to Purchase

In the Matter of the Estate of: Wilma L. Wannassay Kipp Probate No: Identification No: Tribe: Below Reflects the Purchase of Allotment: Legal Description: Aggregate

of 89.40 $ 9,833.33

Total: $ 44,908.33

This publication is to serve as the Official CTUIR Notice of Option to Purchase for the above referenced estate - that the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (“CTUIR”) of Oregon will exercise its Option to Purchase under the authority of the CTUIR Inheritance Code* in any and all interest(s) of the above referenced trust or restricted allotments at fair market value pursuant to Section 1.05(C)(4).

CTUIR Inheritance Code Section 1.05(E) – Tribal Member Right to Purchase

Eligibility Requirements: Any member of the Confederated Tribes owning an interest in a trust land parcel where the Confederated Tribes has filed a Notice of Purchase pursuant to Sections 1.05(D) (2), (3) and/or (5) of this code may purchase such lands in the place of the Confederated Tribes if:

The member of the Confederated Tribes owns an interest in the subject trust parcel on the date of death of the decedent;

The eligible member of the Confederated Tribes files his/her notice of intent to purchase the interest in the subject trust parcel with the Secretary of the Board of Trustees within 30 days after publication of the purchase by the Confederated Tribes in the Tribal newspaper; and

The eligible member of the Confederated Tribes’ right to purchase under this subsection shall be subject to the requirements that the fair market value of the interest in trust lands as determined by the Secretary [of the Interior] must be paid as set forth in section 1.05(C)(4) of this code, and shall be subject to the rights of the surviving spouse and Indian lineal descendant set forth in section 1.05(C)(2), (3) and (7).

The eligible member of the Confederated Tribes deposits payment in the amount equal to the fair market value of the subject trust parcel, of interest therein, with the BIA Umatilla Agency Superintendent which payment shall be accompanied by the identification of the decedent, the probate case number and trust parcel in question. The eligible member must make the full payment for the subject trust parcel, or interest therein, within 60 days of filing its notice of intent to purchase. In such an event, the eligible member shall be authorized to acquire the interest in the subject parcel in the place of the Confederated Tribes.

Please contact the CTUIR Land Acquisition Program at (541) 429-7485 if you have any questions, concerns, and/or to request a copy of the Inheritance Code.

* The CTUIR Inheritance Code was approved by the Board of Trustees of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) per Resolution No. 08-028 (April 7, 2008) and approved by the Secretary of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs on May 16, 2008 (effective 180 after approval = November 12, 2008) in accordance with the Indian Land Consolidation Act, [P.L. 97-459, 25 U.S.C. Ch. 24 §2201-2221].

Committees, Commissions meet to recap year

Members of the CTUIR’s Committees and Commissions met May 2 and May 3 at Wildhorse Resort & Casino to recap the previous year’s work and to set new priorities during an annual conference.

The event included presentations from tribal leaders, informational sessions from each Committee and Commission, and opportunities for attendees to ask questions or provide feedback.

Farm Committee member Paula Wallis and BOT Secretary Sally Kosey share recent CTUIR agricultural successes during a May 2 presentation at the annual CTUIR Committees and Commissions Conference, which was held May 2 and May 3 at Wildhorse Resort and Casino.

Top photo - CTUIR Committees and Commissions Conference attendee Antone Minthorn asks Paula Wallis on May 2 about Farm Committee initiatives and the future of tribal agriculture on the reservation.

TUESDAY

MONDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY

YELLOWHAWK PHYSICAL WELLNESS CALENDAR

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nous meats.

Eligible applicants are tribes as well as wholly-owned arms and instrumentalities, and joint or multi-tribal government entities. There is no maximum dollar figure for a grant application nor a minimum. Additionally, there are no matching fund requirements. The deadline for applications is July 19.

The new grants announced Wednesday are part of USDA’s Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiative, which promotes traditional food ways, Indian Country food and agriculture markets, and Indigenous health through foods tailored to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) dietary needs.

The USDA is partnering with tribal-serving organizations on the projects to reimagine federal food and agriculture programs from an Indigenous perspective and inform future USDA programs and policies, officials said. The USDA Food Sovereignty Initiative was announced in 2021.

“USDA is committed to empowering tribal self-determination and bringing Indigenous perspectives into agriculture, food, and nutrition,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

More info

More information about Indigenous Animal Grants is available at ht tp://www.usda. gov/iag

ALL CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. APPROPRIATE WORKOUT ATTIRE IS RECOMMENDED.

Water Aerobics: Workout in the water! This low-impact class is great for all abilities and fitness levels. Water resistance equipment used for toning and building muscle strength. For more information contact Leah Harris, 541.240.8729.

Fitness is Fun: Fitness classes include a combination of strength training and high-intensity interval training. For more information contact Chelsey Minthorn, 541.240.8443.

Sr. Center Group Fitness: Group Fitness at Nicht-Yow-Way Senior Center includes strength and resistance training primarily achieved while seated. For more information contact Chelsey Minthorn, 541.240.8443.

Pickleball Nights: Indoor racket sport where individuals or pairs play against opponents. Pickleball equipment will be provided. For more information contact Ken Mayfield, 541.240.8723.

Fusion Fitness with Willa and Chris: The first half is a 30-minute Tabata class, which is a form of HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) where the individual performs as many reps as possible (AMRAP) using various weighted items. The last half is guided postures and Yoga Nidra for a total body relaxation. For more information contact Leah Harris, 541.240.8729.

Kettlebell with Ken: Fitness class includes a full body workout with movements such as squats, lunges, press push, and pull. For more information contact Ken Mayfield, 541.240.8723.

Healthy Hobbies Incentive 2023: Yellowhawk is providing a unique experience for Yellowhawk eligible patients to utilize either the RAC or 1910 CrossFit program in their wellness journey. Contact Cindy 541.240.8474 at our Behavioral Health Department for more information. Programming offered while funding is available.

FIT LIKE ME TOBIAS CRUZ

A WELLNESS JOURNEY INSPIRATION

Tobias has worked consistently to improve his overall health and wellness - a true inspiration to our team and community! Keep up the great work Tobias! Thank you for sharing your journey.

What are your top tips for staying fit & healthy?

Being motivated – It’s hard to do. It’s okay to struggle. Try to make an effort at least once a week. Find one thing that makes you smile about making healthy choices.

How do you think exercise affects our overall health & wellbeing?

Before I thought people exercised because they were crazy. Now, I feel less stressed. It affects your overall happiness. Give it time.

What do you think is the best way to motivate yourself to stay active?

For me, on a personal level, someday I want to have kids and I want to be around for a long time for my grandkids. Make a game out of it, and have fun!

I can I can I can & I will I will I will

What do you think the benefits are of being physically active?

I can climb stairs more easily! You don’t think that being active shapes your everyday activities, but it does. You look back and see how far you’ve come and that things used to be harder.

How do you think your diet affects your health & fitness? What changes have you made? Surprisingly, it affects it a lot. The few changes I have made are eating more fruit and I stopped drinking pop – I used to drink a gallon and a half a day. Now I drink body armor and lots of water, and some juices. I have started adding chia seeds on top of fruit salad. Slow and steady changes are the best!

How has being physically active impacted your mental health?

Before I used to look at myself and think, why am I here? I never looked at myself positively. Now after making small changes – nothing major – I smile when I talk about myself or people notice something about me. Even though I am still an introvert, I am more confident in

social interactions, mainly just being a goofball.

How has being physically active impacted your stress? Stress and depression go hand in hand. Now I know that working out and mental health go hand in hand. Find someone to talk to even for 5 minutes. Put your voice out there. Men are taught to hide emotions but not taught how to deal with everything thrown at you.

How has being physically active improved sleep?

I was diagnosed with sleep apnea 6 years ago. I have used a CPAP since then and exercise has helped improve my quality of sleep. If I fall asleep without my mask, I now wake up without a headache and can sleep more deeply. But I am still a night owl.

For support in your wellness journey, contact Drew Rivera, Yellowhawk Fitness Trainer at 541.240.8523.

An interview with Tobias Cruz by our Public Health Fitness program.

Team Young Guns

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that Indigenous people began using in the early days of trading.

The book centers on a young Indigenous girl who gets butterflies in her stomach when she thinks about performing the dance in front of her whole community. But when the drum group starts in, her family calms her nerves and reminds her of all the reasons why she dances.

Havrelock said she began thinking about jingle dress dances during the COVID-19 lockdown.

“I was, obviously, at home a lot, and at the time I was on the computer for long hours working on a project” she told ICT. “Whenever I took breaks, I turned to the internet to watch the jingle dress dancers who were dancing for healing from the COVID-19 virus. The dancing was beautiful and genuine. Watching the dancers, especially the children, sparked a few things in me.”

She remembered that as a child she had wanted to learn to dance at a powwow but was afraid to ask, and she realized she had been deeply moved by the pandemic.

“I knew I was witnessing a significant historic event that I felt was important,” she said. “I felt pulled toward this dance because of the spirituality of the dance as prayer, and I wanted to learn more.”

The idea for the book came later.

“At first, I wasn’t thinking about writing a book,” she said. “I just wanted to learn about the dance’s history and I wanted to learn more about dancing as prayer. So, I started asking questions, started doing some research, and I started praying for understanding. Eventually, when an editor asked me what subject I’d like to work on in the way of a picture book, I naturally said, ‘jingle dress dancing.’”

Havrelock grew up in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, where she said she had a ghost in her house and a feisty, feminist grandmother.

As a child she wished for a buffalo for a pet, so her debut picture book, “Buffalo Wild!” from Annick Press in 2021 was about that wish.

Team Young Guns, competing March 5 in Winnemucca, Nevada, won the Professional Wild Horse Race Association championship. The team included, from left, Logan Quaempts from Mission, Jacob Spencer from Toppenish, Wash., and Ethan Wallahee of White Swan, Wash. The team accepted heir awards from a pair of event organizers.

Residences available in region

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

The Nixyaawii-Umatilla team went 3-2 at the Battle of the Nations basketball tournament in Spokane, Wash., which took place April 28-30. The squad finished among the top 12 in the 45-team tournament. Team Umatilla beat out two Colville teams and a team from Snoqualmie before dropping two games to MHA Nation from North Dakota and Leech Lake Band from Minnesota.

From the left Isaiah Moses, Clinton Case, Ira Ashley, Teal Soaringeagle, Magi Moses, Mick Schimmel, and Tyasin Burns

Photo from Crystal Kirkie

Date: March 13, 2023

BOT PRESENT: Kat Brigham, BOT Chair; Aaron Ashley, Vice-Chair; Sally Kosey, Secretary; Boots Pond, Member; Lisa Ganuelas, Member; Corinne Sams, Toby Patrick, Member ; and Lindsey Watchman, General Council Chairman. Sandra Sampson, Treasure on Travel, Lisa Ganuelas, Personal. Quorum present.

Old Business: Official Polled Resolution: None

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES (CONTINUED)

Official Polled Action No. 23-012. Corinne Sams seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 5-0-1 (Lindsey Watchman)

by Chair Brigham. MOTION: Corinne Sams moves to ratify Official Polled Action No. 23-014. Sally Kosey seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

No. 23-015 Authorizes the Chair to sign Union Pacific Railroad renewal of Consent of Owner for Grant to Right-of-Way Union Pacific MOTION: Boots Pond moves to ratify Official Polled Action No. 23-015. Toby Patrick seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

Official Polled Action(s) No. 23-012

Subject: Authorize BOT Chair to sign letter to Mr. Patawa-Minthorn regarding Highway 331 Turn Out Lane Complaint. MOTION: Sally Kosey moves to ratify

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No. 23-013 Support sending Aaron Ashley to Washington DC on March 20, 2023, to represent the Board of Trustees, when the Columbia Development Authority receives the deed for the army depot. MO TION: Corinne Sams moves to ratify Official Polled Action No. 23-013. Boots Pond seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 5-0-1 (Aaron Ashley)

No. 23-014 Support sending a letter of support for the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) signed

Soon to be graduates...

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Tyler Rodriguez, 541.240.8746

TylerRodriguez@yellowhawk.org

Sharon Johnson, 541.240.8622 SharonJohnson@yellowhawk.org

23-016 Authorization the BOT Chair to sign letters responding to questions from Trish McMichael and Roberta Wilson MOTION: Corrine Sams moves to ratify Official Polled Action No. 23-016. Sally Kosey seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 4-0-2 (Aaron Ashley, Lindsey Watchman)

New Business: Resolution 23-029 Topic: Kilby Property Lease, RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees approves the lease agreement between the property owner and the Confederated Tribes and the budget modification attached to this Resolution as Exhibits 1C and 2C, respectively; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby authorizes the Executive Director to execute the lease agreement, or a document containing substantially similar terms, to secure the lease of the Kilby Property; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby directs the Executive Director to carry out an environmental study of the Kilby Property following an executed lease agreement; AND BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby authorizes it’s Chair and Executive Director to take further action and execute documents within the approved budget to carry out the purpose of this Resolution; MOTION: Sally Kosey moves to adopt Resolution 23-029. Boots Pond seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

Resolution 23-030 Topic: Laserfiche Amended Resolution, RESOLVED, that in order to improve the CTUIR’s data storage capacity and the tribe’s digital platform, the Board of Trustees hereby approves the budget of the Laserfiche implementation and data

storage project attached hereto as Exhibit 1C, and appropriates Bureau of Indian Affairs Corona Aid, Relief, Economic Security, Bureau of Indian Affairs American Rescue Plan Act, and the Department of Treasury Local Assistance Tribal Consistency Fund until those funds are exhausted to pay for the project; AND BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that OIT will coordinate with the Department of Finance and the Office of Legal Counsel to ensure that the Laserfiche Implementation includes security measures, governance, and deployment schedule needed to meet the operational needs of the Confederated Tribes, AND BE IT FURTHER ,RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees hereby authorizes its Executive Director to take such further action and to execute documents necessary to carry out the purposes of this Resolution and to complete the Laserfiche Implementation and Data Storage Project in a timely fashion, AND BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby directs that the Executive Director and OIT Director provide monthly updates on the progress, planning, implementation, and training required to complete the Laserfiche Implementation project MOTION: Lindsey Watchman moves to adopt Resolution 23-030. Sally Kosey seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0.

Other Board Action Items: Commission/Committee Updates

CULTURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE Three positions advertised and three applications received from Marjorie Waheneka, Woodrow Star and Mary Halfmoon. MOTION: Corinne Sams moves to appoint Mary Halfmoon for a remaining term, reappoint Marjorie Waheneka and reappoint Woodrow Star by acclamation to the Cultural Resources Committee for two-year term. Boots Pond Seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

ECONOMIC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE One position advertised and one application received from Leo Stewart. MOTION: Boots Pond moves to reappoint Leo Stewart by acclamation to the Economic & Community Development Committee for a two-year term. Corinne Sams seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

ELECTION COMMISSION Two positions advertised and four applications received from Matilda

CTUIR Language Lesson

Edition: Nč̓í Xawit̓ál (Imatalamłaamí Sɨ́nwit), : Nč̓í Xawit̓ál (Walúulapam Sɨ́nwit) ˀapaˀáal (Weyiiletpuutímt)

Imatalamłaamí Sɨ́nwit

X̣áwš Sapk̓ísa

Wápas Kápɨn Twaluut̓áwas

Ilátx̣awša hahán.

Áw núsux patúnišiša Nč̓í Wánapa.

Nč̓í Xawit̓ál (Means “big ripening”, referring to plant growth happening during this time)

Walúulapam Sɨ́nwit X̣áwš Sapɨ́l

Ánay (var.)

Kápɨn Níptwiš

Ilátx̣awša hahán.

Áw núsux patúnišiša Nč̓í Wánapa.

Nč̓í Xawit̓ál

(Means “big ripening”, referring to plant growth happening during this time)

Weyiiletpuutímt

qáawš

capk̓íicay

ˀišp̓áalx̣ túk̓eš teqéˀš

Hilíwce héhen.

Wáaqoˀ nacóˀx̣ hitqalatoláycix xuyéełpe.

English Cous, Biscuitroot Sun-dried Cous cookie

Root-digging bag

Digging stick/tool Dipnet

The root tops are wind-burning.

Now the Salmon are going upstream in the Columbia River.

ˀapaˀáal

(Means “month of ˀápa”, referring to ground qáawš cakes that are eaten during this time)

May

Yellowhawk

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES

Hoisington, Margaret Sheoships, Mary Halfmoon and Vernita Lee Van Pelt. Lindsey Watchman reported the General Council officers have met and voted for Vernita Lee Van Pelt and Margaret Sheoships to be appointed to the Election Commission.

FARM COMMITTEE One position advertised and one application received from Paula Wallis for a 3-year term. MOTION: Boots Pond moves to reappoint Paula Wallis by acclamation to the Tribal Farm Committee for a three-year term. Corinne Sams seconds. Motion Carries. 6-0-0

FISH & WILDLIFE COMMISSION One position advertised and two applications received from Bud Herrera and Christopher Williams. ACTION: A vote by secret ballot was held to select Bud Herrera or Christopher Williams to the one open three-year term on the Fish & Wildlife Commission. Results: Bud Herrera – 3; Christopher Williams – 3; Chair Brigham broke tie selecting Christopher Williams, for a three year term.

LAND PROTECTION PLANNING COMMISSION

One position advertised and one application received from Matilda Hoisington. MOTION: Corrine Sams moved to re-advertise the position for Land Protection Planning, Alternate member filling remainder term. Sally Kosey seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 4-0-2 (Boots Pond, Lindsey Watchman)

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE two positions advertised and two applications received from Robin Bitrick and Matilda Hoisington. MOTION: Aaron Ashley moves to reappoint Robin Bitrick and appoint Matilda Hoisington by acclamation to the Science & Technology Committee for two-year terms. Toby Patrick seconds. Discussion. Question. Motion carries. 6-0-0

TERMS EXPIRING: Isaiah Welch, Cultural Resources Committee April 1, 2023, John Barkley, Tribal Water Commission, April 1, 2023.

RESIGNATIONS: We have (2) letters of resignation. One from Paula Wagner-Bellingham who is resigning from Law and Order Committee. Law and Order has accepted her resignation per Patty Hall, Chair. (see e-mail attached). Culture Coalition Committee completed a Default Resignation for Debra Shippentower who has not come to the last 3 meetings. (see letter attached). We would like the board to accept the resignation so we can list these vacancies. MOTION: Sally Kosey moves to accept the resignation letters.

carries. 6-0-0

BOT Travel or External Meeting Reports: Boots Pond, 3/9/23, TCI - ORE G2G Education Cluster Report Corinne Sams 2/23-24/23, Portland, OR - CRITFC

Corinne Sams WRDA, 2/22/23, Virtual Sandra Sampson ISDEAA Negotiation for Progressive Act – Deferred Toby Patrick, Portland, OR, Willamette Falls, OR

BOT Leave and Travel or Outside Meeting

1) Aaron Ashley PL (Polled) 3/1 & 3/3/23

2) Boots Pond PL (Polled) 3/1& 3/3/23

3) Corinne Sams PL (Polled) 3/1/23

4) Corinne Sams Travel (Polled) CRITFC SPOD Virtual 3/2/23

5) Corinne Sams PL 3/15/23

6) Corinne Sams Travel – CRITFC Toppenish WA 3/15-3/17/23

7) Corinne Sams Travel Request – Mill Creek Discussion Walla Walla, WA 3/14/23

8) Corinne Sams PL 4/4-4/7/23

9) Kat Brigham Travel (Polled) – North Bend, OR 2/25/23 didn’t travel

10) Kat Brigham Travel Request - Northern Quest Tour, Spokane, WA 3/16-3/17/23 (didn’t Travel)

11) Kat Brigham Travel Request –Lobby Days Olympia WA 3/14-3/15/23 LCIS Meeting (Virtual) 12) Lindsey Watchman PL (Polled) (1) 3/1-3/3/23 (2) 3/7-/9/23 (3) 2/10/23

13) Lisa Ganuelas PL (Polled) 3/3/23

14) Sandra Sampson PL (Polled) 3/3/23

15) Toby Patrick PL (Polled) 3/1 & 3/3/23 MOTION: Lindsey Watchman moves to ratify and approve leave requests, travel, and outside meeting requests. Corinne Sams seconds. Question. Discussion. Motion carries. 6-0-0.

BLOOD PRESSURE EDUCATION & STROKE AWARENESS MONTH

Knowing yourself

Yellowhawk’s Pinášukʷat (Pin-AH-sha-kwut) translates to “Knowing Yourself”. It is an evidence based culturally responsive program designed to engage patients living with high blood pressure and/or high blood cholesterol in self-management and treatment programs. Patients who participate in the Pinášukʷat program will receive one-on-one mentoring from certified healthcare professionals and educational heart health resources that are userfriendly and easy to understand. Knowing yourself means knowing your blood pressure numbers.