State of the Tribe 2022-2023 Handbook

Tribal Directory

Tribal Council

Jack Potter Jr., Tribal Chairman

Jason Hayward Jr., Vice Chairman

Hope Wilkes, Treasurer

Patty Spaulding, Secretary

Miranda Edwards Favorite, Council Person

Nicole Wilkes, Council Person

Leon Benner, Council Person

Michelle Hayward, 1st Alternate

Don Benner, 2nd Alternate

Tony Hayward Sr., 3rd Alternate

Executive Team

Tracy Edwards, Chief Executive Officer

Stacey Carman, Chief Operating Officer

Tamra Olson, Chief Financial Officer

Senior Directors

Glen Hayward, Executive Director of Health Services

Dani Hayward, Sr. Director of Human Resources

Jason Hart, Sr. Director of Public Works

Hope Wilkes, Sr. Director of Program Services

Maria Orozco, Sr. Director of Public Relations

Michael Hollowell, Sr. Director Attorney General

Miranda Edwards Favorite, Sr. Director of Organizational Communications

Win-River Organizational Development Team

Don Hayward, General Manager

Jason Hayward Jr., Assistant General Manager

Abigail Schanuth, Chief Financial Officer

Trisha Baker, Director of Gaming

Ginger Murphy, Director of Team Member Relations

Alex Mack, Executive Assistant

Daniel Brantley, Director of Hospitality

Michael Hayward, Director of Marketing

Laine Hayward, Director of Security

Win-River Governing Board

Tony Hayward Sr., Chairman

Jason Hayward Jr., Vice Chairman

Hope Wilkes, Treasurer

Patty Spaulding, Secretary

Michelle Hayward, Board Member

Nicole Wilkes, Board Member

Don Benner, Board Member

Miranda Edwards Favorite, Board Member

Leon Benner, Board Member

RREDCO Board

Michelle Hayward, Chairperson

Kristine Sherwood, Vice Chairperson

Justin Sherwood, Secretary

Cody Greer, Treasurer

Bradley Smith, Board Member

Daniel Brantley, Board Member

Don Hayward, Board Member

Trisha Baker, Board Member

Health Program Management Team

Stacey Carman, Chief Operating Officer

Glen Hayward, Executive Director of Health Services

Dr. Paul Davis, Chief of Medicine

Dr. Darth Ooten, Director of Pharmacy

Jackie Brown, Nursing Supervisor

Kara Russell, Behavioral Health Director

Dr. Todd Gandy, Dental Director

Cory Ryan, Community Health Director

Dr. Sahaile Kristoffersen, Medical Director Churn Creek

Tim Rodriguez, Senior Administrative Assistant

Dr. Jolene Kingsley, Medical Director Trinity

Lori Hernandez, Director of Financial Health Services

Don Blair, Director of Business Development

Dr. Chad Kingsley, Assistant Medical Director

Shannon Coburn, Director of Health Informatics

Patti Blair, Director of Admissions/Telemedicine

Shauna Montoya, Director of Nursing

Ashley Ramirez, Director of Operations Churn Creek

Original Distributees

The Redding Rancheria holds in highest regard its Tribal Elders, especially the seventeen Tribal Elders we call our Original Distributees.

A congressional act terminated the Redding Rancheria as a reservation in 1959 and ordered the distribution of its assets. Some of these assets included the reservation land; this land was divided between the reservation's seventeen adult Native Americans living on the reservation at the time.

These seventeen individuals are now referred to as the Original Distributees of the Redding Rancheria.

In 2018, the last of our Original Distributees, Barbara Murphy, passed on, but we still honor and recognize each and every one of them.

Leona Barnes

Carole Hayward Timmons

Betty Benner

Barbara Murphy

Amy Burns

Ruth Philpot

Dorothy Dominguez

Art Hayward

Juanita Price

Gladys Raines

Original Distributees

The Redding Rancheria logo was created to represent the Pit River, Yana, and Wintu Tribes which are aboriginal to Shasta County, California.

The center of the logo represents the center of each Tribe's country with their traditional food sources of salmon and acorns, their water source and Mount Shasta, which is sacred to all three tribes.

Each of the feathers represents an original distributee that was still living at the time the logo was designed. These elders are: Carole Timmons, Art Hayward, Mildred Rhoades, Betty Benner, Dorothy Dominguez, Amy Burns, and Barbara Murphy.

Logo was designed by Tribal Member Jack Potter Jr., in 1997.

Mildred Rhoades

Isgrigg Towndolly

Ellen Silverthorne

Laura Ward

Lester Sorahan Katherine Steiber Virginia Timmons

Vision Statement

Redding Rancheria is a sovereign nation where pride in tribal culture, history, and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. We are a leader in the development of our people within our traditional homelands.

The strength of our Tribe lies in honoring our elders, building healthy families, and promoting self-reliance in our members, we invest in our youth and adults, knowing that they will create the future with the strength of our ancestors. We empower them with knowledge and skills for a changing world.

We lead by example in community development and stewardship of the land. Economic development and diversity provide a secure future for the Tribe and contribute to a vibrant economy.

We preserve and celebrate our culture and live the traditions of our ancestors while building a brighter world for generations to come.

Tribal History

In 1922 the Bureau of Indian Affairs purchased the land that is now considered the Redding Rancheria. The purchase was made to provide a place for homeless Indians to camp and live and that is what this land became for many Indians in Shasta and Trinity Counties. Our Rancheria was unique as it included Indians not just from one tribe, but Indians of Pit River, Wintu, and Yana descent.

Prior to the government purchasing the land for Indian homes, many Indians gathered in the area to fish for salmon in Clear Creek. Life on the reservation was communal. People looked after one another’s children, planted gardens, and carried buckets of water from nearby Clear Creek’s natural springs. Indians on the Rancheria lived a self-sufficient lifestyle.

The history of the treatment of Indians in California is tragic. As recently as 1958, the California Rancheria Act expressed Congress’ intent to eradicate the cultural identity of Indians. In the era of termination, Congress unilaterally extinguished the special status and rights of tribes. The Redding Rancheria was terminated by an act of Congress on July 6, 1959.

This act set forth the distribution of assets of the Rancheria. The Rancheria was no longer recognized by the government and the people residing on the Rancheria were no longer considered Indians. As the years progressed, the Rancheria was parceled off and sold to Indians and non-Indians alike. In spite of this, those living on the Rancheria continued their communal traditions and operated a traditional Tribal Council. As part of the California Rancheria Act, the Bureau of Indian Affairs was obligated to establish and maintain a domestic water system and provide a road along with housing. However, it built only a handful of substandard houses and failed to fulfill its other obligations.

During the late 1970s, the Inter-Tribal Council of California was active in forming task forces challenging the termination of a number of Tribes. In 1983, a California District Court ruled that the failure of the BIA to comply with its obligations under the California Rancheria Act invalidated the Act. As a result, Redding Rancheria and 17 other tribes were restored as federallyrecognized Indian tribes. In 1987, the restored Redding Rancheria Tribe formally adopted its Constitution.

The late Tribal Elder, Art Hayward, looks on as his house is demolished for the future site of the Casino

Tribal Offices Being Built

Tribal Elders and their family on the Rancheria

Tribal Structure

Tribal Government Gaming Commission Tribal Court Administrative Services Head Start Tribal Health Systems

Tribal Council

Message from the Chairperson

Hestum,

2022 - 2023 Tribal Council

From left to right:

Tony Hayward Sr., Don Benner, Leon Benner, Jason Hayward Jr., Jack Potter Jr., Patty Spaulding, Miranda Edwards Favorite, Hope Wilkes, Nicole Wilkes, and Michelle Hayward.

As I sit here preparing for the Redding Rancheria’s 2022-2023 State of the Tribe, I would like to welcome you to the traditional Homelands of the Wintu people. I reflect on this 175th anniversary of the Gold Rush that started the demise of our people and on the many obstacles that our people have come up against, such as the forced relocation from our homelands, to the Nome Cult farm, only for us to see Mount Shasta and return, then sent to the Round Valley Indian Reservation, up to the mountaintop and our people saw Mount Shasta and were able to find our way home. We were finally sent to go down to the Tejon Ranch, and we still found our way home. We are people of this land, we are going to be here forever and I think of the different laws that were passed from termination to assimilation, forcing our people to boarding schools, just to wipe away our customs, our language. But yet, we are still here.

I sit here and reflect as a descendent of the Natural Bridge Massacre of the unratified signing of Treaty H, that our tribe has finally returned 226 acres of land back into Indian land holdings. We are slowly rebuilding our nation after genocide, forced removals, and cultural erasure. I want to thank each and every one of you that are here today that support the tribe and stand with us and realize we are a part of this community. We are not going anywhere. It causes my heart pain, knowing that we still come up against local governments that feel like they have the right and authority to tell us where we should be, or what we should utilize and provide for our people.

As a Sovereign Nation, it is our right over the next seven generations and beyond what we are going to provide because we are not going anywhere. So we are going to be here forever and hopefully the local governments find it in their heart to work alongside of us. As they are a guest in our homeland. We are not visitors. We are the people of this land. We know the spirits that dwell within the mountains, the streams and the valleys, in all living things such as rocks and plants and trees. The twolegged, the four-legged, the winged, the things that swim in the waters. They are a part of us. We are all interconnected. So the tribe is adapting to these modern ways by providing health and economic development that benefits the entire community. And so I thank you.

Sukma

Jack Potter Jr., Tribal Chairman of the Redding Rancheria.

Chairman Jack Potter, Jr.

Political Participation

As a sovereign government, Redding Rancheria exercises its government to government relationship with all surrounding entities. The Redding Rancheria works with local, state and federal governments and has secured agreements that will establish decades of future prosperity for the Tribe. Chairman Jack Potter Jr., Tribal Council, and Chief Executive Officer Tracy Edwards diligently represented the Redding Rancheria throughout the State of California and nationally to support other Native American Tribes. We actively pursue involvement in elections by supporting individuals that promote indigenous issues. Some of these candidates have included:

2022:

• John Greene, Shasta County Sheriff

• Judy Flores, Shasta County Superintendent of Schools

• Cathy Darling Allen, Shasta County Clerk

• Baron Browning, Shasta County Supervisor District 5

• Michael Johnson, Shasta County Sheriff

• Kevin Crye, Shasta County Supervisor District 1

• Marcus Partin, Redding City Council

• Michael Dacquisto, Redding City Council

• Sean Ferguson, Shasta Union High School District

• Amarjit Singh, Anderson City Council

• Dan Gallier, Anderson City Council

• Ken Calvert, California Congressional District 41

• Mary Peltola, Alaska Congressional District 1

• Sharice Davids, Kansas Congressional District 3

• Lisa Murkowski, United States Senate, Alaska

• Tony Cardenas, California Congressional District 29

• David G. Valadao, California Congressional District 22

• Jay Obernolte, California Congressional District 23

• Dr. Raul Ruiz, California Congressional District 25

• Darrell Issa, California Congressional District 43

• Alex Padilla, United States Senate, California

2023:

• Mark Mezzano, California State Assembly District 1

• James Ramos, California State Assembly District 45

• Doug LaMalfa, California Congressional District 1

• Toni Atkins, Lieutenant Governor, California

• Patrick Jones, Shasta County Supervisor District 4

• Win Carpenter, Shasta County Supervisor District 3

• Daniel Sloan, Shasta County Supervisor District 2

• Kevin Crye, Shasta County Supervisor District 1, NO on Recall

Polling Place at Redding Rancheria

Tribal Council with Congressman Doug LaMalfa

National Congress of American Indians Chairman Jack Potter Jr. with Secretary of Interior Deb Holland

Chairman and Executives with Assemblymember James Ramos

Tribal Chairman with City Council Member Mark Mezzano

Assemblymember James Ramos at Speakers

Compact with the State of California

The Redding Rancheria was proud to ratify its Tribal State Compact with the State of California for the second time in our Tribe’s history. The bill passed the Assembly floor on a 74-0 vote, with six members absent or not voting at the time of the vote. The bill passed the Senate floor on a 38-0 vote, with two members absent or not voting at the time of the vote. This government-to-government agreement provides a statutory basis for the operation of gaming by Indian tribes as a means of promoting tribal economic development, self-sufficiency, and strong tribal governments. This compact will carry the Tribe through the next 25 years of gaming in California. The Redding Rancheria spent months working with California Legislators and attending committee hearings at the Capitol in Sacramento. State assembly member and Chairman James Ramos was instrumental in carrying our bill through the California State Legislature.

Local Agreement

The Redding Rancheria Tribal Council entered a contract with Shasta County for the Tribe’s proposal to relocate Win-River Resort & Casino to our I-5 property. The contract, voted yes by Shasta County Supervisors 4-1, mitigates the costs of relocating and provides additional monetary services for the benefit of Shasta County. The Redding Rancheria proposed $1 million dollars upfront to help fund initial costs associated with providing law enforcement services for the project. The Redding Rancheria will also make a recurring payment of $1,000 per call for law enforcement service, more than Shasta Lake City pays per call, which is approximately $300. This will also increase annually by the CPI Adjustment.

The Redding Rancheria will pay $1 million dollars upfront for fire and emergency services as well as a recurring payment of $10,000 per call for fire service, which increases annually by the CPI Adjustment.

The Redding Rancheria will mitigate the impacts of the project on roads within the jurisdiction of the county as may be determined in the Record of Decision. The Tribe shall pay its fair share in accordance with the methodology described in the final environmental impact statement. The Redding Rancheria will pay annual costs of $50,000 to maintain roads and traffic controls.

In addition, the Redding Rancheria will charge a tribal transient occupancy tax in the same manner and rate as the county transient occupancy tax, which it will collect in a tribal tax fund in an effort to promote fair market competition and fund on-reservation infrastructure improvements.

Finally, the Redding Rancheria will make an upfront, non-recurring payment of $1.6 million dollars in lieu of property taxes, permit fees, and other impact fees.

Tribal Council at Compact Negotiations

Redding City Council Candidate Forum

Cultural Preservation

The Cultural Resource Department is responsible for monitoring and protecting cultural/spiritual sites, as well as repatriation of ancestral remains of the Wintu, Pit River, and Yana people. It supports and assists Tribal Members and Native American community members in traditional and cultural activities and traditional health practices. Ongoing activities consist of cultural classes and presentations, opening blessings at Tribal and community events and traditional plant knowledge.

Tribal Historic Preservation Agent (THPA)

In 2023, the Redding Rancheria hired a THPA to help preserve the ancestral boundaries of the Rancheria. The Cultural Resources Department coordinates a successful Monitor Training each year for Tribal Members and Native American community members. The Tribal Historic Preservation Agent has been actively engaged with The National Park Service, Caltrans, United State Forest Service, Bureau of Land Managament, and other local agencies to strengthen tribal consultation for the protection of our cultural resources and the betterment of Native American acknowledgement within Shasta County.

Pow Wow Dance and Drum Classes

This class has been great for Native youth and young adults. These classes are for all ages and all styles of Pow Wow dance are taught. We have had many dancers flourish from this class, including several who went on to become Stillwater Pow Wow royalty and Head Staff at other Pow Wows.

Baby Basket Class

In 2022, our Baby Basket class taught students how to gather and prepare their own materials to create a Baby Basket. Attendees learned when to gather materials and how to take care of them. Instructor Theodore Martinez shared his traditional knowledge not only about materials, but most importantly, how to care for land as you gather.

Baby Basket for New Tribal Members

In 2023, our Cultural Department began gifting baby baskets to newborn Tribal Members. This serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of keeping our traditions alive for future generations. The Cultural Department has given out five since the beginning of the program.

Monitoring Classes

New Tribal Member in Baby Basket

Cultural Preservation

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIW/MMIP)

The Tribe participates yearly to bring awareness to missing and murdered indigenous women and people. To honor these people, many paint their faces and wear a hand print on their mouth to symbolize that they will not be silenced.

Reclaiming of Tribal Baskets and Artifacts

In 2022 and 2023, the Tribe actively accumulated baskets and artifacts for its future Cultural Center. We reclaimed 71 artifacts: two Winnowing Baskets, eight Basket Trays, four Burden Baskets, 37 Bowl Baskets, one Hopper Basket, one Basket Cup, one Basket Cap, 12 Basket Bottles, four Beaded Bottles and one Beaded Purse.

The 3rd Annual Big Time was held on June 25, 2022. We were honored with 11 California Dance Groups and 30 Native American vendors. The Tribe paid out $5,500 in the Hand-Game Tournament. The 4th Annual Big Time was a historical three-day event for the Redding Rancheria. The Tribe hosted 15 California dance groups. We had over 40 Native American vendors during the weekend. The Hand-Game Tournament paid out $7,000 in prize money.

Bear Dance

Big Time Repatriation

The Tribe hosts a Bear Dance for the community twice each year. This is a well-attended ceremony for Tribal Members and community members. Dancers from throughout California come to be a part of this dance. The Bears awaken with us in the spring and are put to sleep with us in the fall.

The Redding Rancheria returned ancestral remains and funerary objects to their homelands. The Cultural Department repatriated human remains from UC Berkeley and the US Forest Service.

Repatriating a recently found basket to its rightful owner - the Karuk Tribe

Big Time dance group 2022

Cultural Preservation

pom hondamis yomoyle

Each year the Redding Rancheria holds a Memorial Day ~ pom hondamis yomoyle baada (I will remember you always) to remember the Tribal Members who have passed the previous year.

Traditional Workshops

Tribal Members and community members attend these workshops to learn about traditional food and traditional tools. Jennifer Bates and Caron Bates shared their knowledge of making Digging Sticks, Dogbane Cordage, and Walnut Dice. They also taught the class on how to prepare and cook acorn traditionally in a tribal basket with hot rocks.

Gatherings

The Tribe supports and participates in the following ceremonies: Coonrod Flat, Medicine Lake Gathering, The Ancestral Run, Up River Run and the Makahiki Run in Hawaii.

Native American Heritage Night at The Redding Rodeo

In 2022, Redding Rancheria partnered with Redding Rodeo for the first time to host Native American Heritage Night on Wednesday evening of the Rodeo. The Tribal flag was presented during a blessing and a rendition of “America the Beautiful” was sung in the performer’s native language. Pow Wow dancers of all ages gave a demonstration of different styles of dance.

World Peace and Prayer Day 2023

For the first time ever, the Redding Rancheria hosted World Peace and Prayer Day, a three-day event held at the Redding Rancheria Arbor by Chief Arvol Looking Horse on the summer solstice. Speakers from all over the world spoke in person and on zoom about the importance of healing Mother Earth and ourselves.

Redding Rancheria Stillwater Pow Wow

The inaugural Stillwater Pow Wow was held at Shasta College in 1990, featuring a handful of local drummers and dancers. The Stillwater Pow Wow has been held every year for the past 31 years skipping only 2020 to protect participants and community members from the spread of COVID-19. Redding Rancheria’s Stillwater Pow Wow is an important annual Native American celebration that has grown extraordinarily over the years. Approximately 10,000 people come each year to watch dancers from across the United States and Canada compete for prize money totaling more than $15,000. In addition to the dancing, the event features delicious food, Native American crafts, and cultural learning experiences.

The 31st and 32nd Annual Stillwater Pow Wows were held at the Redding Rodeo Grounds. This new location provided a great space for dancers, vendors, and community members to gather. Each year the Pow Wow continues to grow with dancers and drummers coming from all across the United States and Canada.

Stillwater Pow Wow 2022 Honored Elders

Stillwater Pow Wow 2023 Honored Elders

Glenn Murphy Rick Dominguez April Rymel

Joseph Silvas Cecelia Silvas

Warren Quinn

Suntana Potter

Myrna Potter Danita Quinn

Redding Rancheria Stillwater Pow Wow

Native American Community Services

Head Start & Child Care

The Redding Rancheria Head Start & Child Care provides a safe, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment for children that promotes social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth, as well as a positive self-image, a love of learning, and a pride for Native culture. Individual school readiness goals help prepare each child for success in school and in developing literacy skills that will last a lifetime.

2021-2022 School Year Highlights

• During the school year 2021-2022 Head Start & Child Care had full enrollment, serving 51 students—100% Native American

• Forty-nine percent of Head Start spots were reserved for Redding Rancheria Tribal Member children

• The school utilized distance learning in January and February due to COVID-19 closures

• Twenty-six students graduated

• Served students with a combination of center based learning, hybrid learning and distance learning at different times throughout the year

• Secured emergency relief funding to support our program during the COVID-19 pandemic

• Provided a subgrant to the Community Health Department at the Tribal Health Center. Community Health used that fund to hold their annual Kid’s Camp

• Provided dental services (twice a year on site to all children) including teeth assessment, cleaning, varnishing and sealants

• Children’s books distributed monthly to each family to encourage early literacy

Learning Drumming

Graduation

Native American Community Services

2022-2023 School Year Highlights

• Head Start & Child Care had full enrollment, serving 51 students—100% Native American

• Forty-nine percent of Head Start spots were reserved for Redding Rancheria Tribal Member children

• Remained open without closing due to COVID-19. This was the first year since the beginning of the pandemic that this was possible

• Safety measures in place for staff and students to stop the spread of illness. Including daily temperature checks, handwashing upon arrival, and policies allowing sick children and staff to stay home to recover

• Twenty-seven students graduated

• In December of 2023, we broke ground on the Child Care Expansion Project. Utilizing COVID-19 funding, we will to expand our childcare program to include children 12-36 months. Construction will include a new classroom, deck renovation and expansion, and a front office

• Remote learning tools used during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic were utilized when the school had to close for snow days

• With parent permission, twice a month a mental health counselor from the Tribal Behavioral Health Department came to school to offer free sessions

• Wintu and Pit River languages taught in the classrooms

Head Start Easter

First Day Back to School 2023

Head Start Students Enjoying Playground

Native American Community Services

NAHASDA

Funded through the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, the Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA) serves the needs of federally recognized Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. Through NAHASDA, Redding Rancheria is able to assist multiple low-income families with housing. NAHASDA provided home ownership counseling services, monetary aid for home rental deposits/rent as well as support in unforeseen emergency housing situations. American Rescue Plan (ARP) short term emergency funds were made available for housing. Redding Rancheria NAHASDA Program assisted:

• Fifty families/households in 2022

• Twenty-three families/households assisted with ARP funds 2022

• Sixty-five families/households in 2023

• Six families/households assisted with ARP funds 2023

LIHEAP

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that assists Native Americans and Alaskan Native households. Through LIHEAP, Redding Rancheria is able to provide assistance to eligible families with electricity, gas, wood and wood pellets. Redding Rancheria assisted:

• Ninety-seven households in 2022

• Two hundred fourteen households in 2023

LIHWAP

The Low Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that assists Native American and Alaskan Native households. Through LIHWAP, Redding Rancheria is able to provide assistance to eligible families with water bills and septic pumping. LIHWAP was a one-year program for our tribe, we assisted:

• Thirty-three households in 2023

Native American Community Services

Senior Nutrition

The Redding Rancheria Title VI Senior Nutrition Program is funded by a federal grant from the Administration for Community Living. The program offers socialization, transportation, and free meals in a congregate setting and provides valuable information for services that are available within the community to eligible elders. We also provide meals to elders that are unable to come to lunch for medical reasons. The eligibility requirements are Native American 55 years or older, (50 for Redding Rancheria Tribal Members) and their spouses, regardless of heritage. Disabled persons living with an elder are also eligible.

Meals are served in the Redding Rancheria Community Center and in 2022-2023 we served 8,223 meals and provided 7,881 units of supportive services including crafts, games, nutrition education, exercise, cultural activities, referral to community programs and transportation services. We served our first meal in November of 1999 and we are now in our 24th year of providing nutritious meals, fellowship and services to the Native American elders in our service area.

Family Caregiver

The Administration for Community Living provides the opportunity to Title VI grantees to plan, develop, and implement the family caregiver support program for unpaid caregivers caring for elders and for grandparents who are the primary caretakers for grandchildren, nieces or nephews. The Family Caregiver Support program provides monthly support groups, training, information, and referral and respite services for caregivers.

Shopping for Healthy Food Options

Prepping Lunch

Bingo

Native American Community Services Sharing

Fund

The Sharing Fund consists of funds that are directly set aside each year by Win-River Resort & Casino. The Tribe makes it a priority to implement services and programs that support self-sufficiency among its members as well as the larger Native American community. The Sharing Fund assists qualifying individuals and families on a case-by-case basis with the following:

• Youth Activity Fees

• Burial Expenses

• Food

• Clothing

• Elder Disability Support

• Domestic Violence Support Services (i.e., referral, education, shelter)

• Catastrophe Assistance (fire & flood victims)

Redding Rancheria assisted:

• Two hundred thirty households in 2022

• Two hundred seventy-three households in 2023

Sponsorship for 3 on 3 Basketball Team

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for the Wolf Pack Basketball Team

Native American Community Services

Christmas Giveaway

Through the Sharing Fund we have a community Christmas Giveaway for local Native American families that provides an entire Christmas meal for families and gifts for each child. Redding Rancheria assisted:

• Fourty-one families/households in 2022

• Sixty-seven families/households in 2023

BIA Social Services

The BIA Social Services assists individuals and families on a case-by-case basis. Services include burial expenses, emergency food, housing and transportation.

BIA helped:

• Thirty individuals assisted in 2022

• Thirty individuals assisted in 2023

Johnson O’Malley

This program assists students who are enrolled members of federally recognized tribes with school supplies.

• Two hundred twenty-seven students assisted in 2022

• One hundred eighty-four students assisted in 2023

Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System

The Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System operates three health campuses in Shasta County and one in Trinity County. Our staff of over 185 employees provides access to the following care: family medicine, dentistry, behavioral health, psychiatry, marriage family therapy, substance abuse counseling, full service in-house pharmacy, obstetrics, cardiology, diabetes specialty care, laboratory services, medication assisted therapy for opioid addiction, seven-day-a-week urgent care, orthopedics and podiatry free of charge to our patients. RRTHS never charges our patients any co-pays, deductibles, or share of cost and we have no sliding fee scale. RRTHS believes wellness is an important part of the healthcare continuum, and that is why we provide free onsite gym facilities, pilates, and yoga to all our patients and staff.

Our Campus Locations

Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center

REDDING RANCHERIA TRIBALHEALTHSYSTEM

Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center (RRTHC) experienced explosive growth in the past two years. Their commitment to exceptional, compassionate care for patients has long been the hallmark of providers, nurses, and support staff who conduct close to 50,000 medical, behavioral health, and dental visits each year. The number of patients established at RRTHC expanded to 7,114 in 2023, from 4,862 in 2022. Driven by a never-ending pursuit to provide the highest quality care for all of their patients, RRTHC added dermatology and neurology to the vast array of professional services. Supporting this effort are the medical, dental, and wellness teams that are currently 117 strong and growing. Accommodating new staff required a creative expansion to the facility. With two different renovations, RRTHC implemented an innovative approach to workspace design and created 13 new workstations for providers and support staff. The next phase of growth has already begun, and the RRTHC team is poised to meet that challenge.

Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center

Health Services

Churn Creek Healthcare

Churn Creek Healthcare is open to all residents of Shasta County who have Medi-Cal or Partnership Health Plan coverage. From 2022 to 2023, Churn Creek Healthcare had approximately 57,800 patient visits which include on-site family practice, urgent care, cardiology, endocrinology, physical therapy, behavioral health, dental and MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) services. Churn Creek Healthcare offers a walk-in urgent care that is open seven days a week to all Medi-Cal, Partnership Health Plan and tribal patients. Churn Creek Healthcare also provides X-Ray services on-site seven days a week.

Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Care

In December 2023, the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System expanded and opened a new healthcare facility—Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Center which is located at 3110 Churn Creek Road. This facility provides MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment), behavioral health and dental services. This facility is located right across the shared parking lot from Churn Creek Healthcare. This was a much needed addition to the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System with the growing Medi-Cal population in Shasta County.

Clinic Staff on Wacky Sock Day

Churn Creek Staff Goes Barbie for Halloween

Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Care Grand Opening

Churn Creek Mammogram Event

Health Services

Trinity Health Center

On April 4, 2022, Redding Rancheria Trinity Health Center moved into its new 18,000 square foot facility. This new health and wellness facility provides primary care, urgent care, dentistry, behavioral health, psychiatry, physical therapy, cardiology, endocrinology, nutrition and lab services all under one roof.

Trinity Health Center offers the latest in health and wellness programs for their patients. They offer weekly water aerobics classes in the therapy pool. They schedule quarterly cooking demonstrations for patients and their families to learn how to cook a delicious healthy meal.

The Trinity Health Center follows the mission of providing compassionate and high level healthcare to underserved communities. They are committed to utilizing their facility to change the lives of the current and future residents of Trinity County.

Trinity Health Center Building

Trinity Health Fair

Trinity Building Entryway

Trinity Health Center Staff

Trinity Health Center Grand Opening

Health Services

Behavioral Health

This specialty team is a dynamic group that provides direct psychotherapy, psychiatric, and case management services.

Under the direction of Kara Russell, LCSW, the Behavioral Health Department provides counseling and psychiatric services for adults, children, couples, and families addressing a variety of mental health areas including depression, anxiety, anger, stress, parenting support, marital problems and substance use. In addition, the team psychologist completes specialty testing, psychological assessments, disability evaluations, and psychotherapy, and works collaboratively with the Redding Rancheria Tribal Court and Tribal Social Services. The behavioral health staff provides linkage services and resources for patient wellness, referrals, and community support. The Behavioral Health Department also provides preventative behavioral health services to children at the Redding Rancheria Head Start.

The Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center staff includes 10 behavioral health therapists including director of behavioral health, behavioral health manager and psychologist, one PA-C for psychiatry, one PMHNP-BC for psychiatry, two case managers including lead case manager, and one administrative assistant.

The Churn Creek Healthcare staff includes three behavioral health therapists.

Churn Creek Wellness staff includes two behavioral health therapists, one PA-C for psychiatry, one PMHNP-BC for psychiatry, three case managers, (including lead case manager) and one administrative assistant.

The Redding Rancheria Trinity Health Center staff includes two behavioral health therapists, one behavioral health therapist via Telehealth, two PA-C for psychiatry, and one case manager.

2022-2023 Highlights

• The expansion to Churn Creek Wellness has augmented our capacity to serve a broader spectrum of patients, resulting in a notable increase in our patient base. This expansion exemplifies our commitment to enhancing accessibility and delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare services.

• With additional staff, patient care provided has increased 40% for RRTHC, 63% for Churn Creek, and 26% for Trinity Health Care. This accounts for 43% more patients across practices compared to prior years.

• With an increase in behavioral health providers, this has expanded existing and modern day therapeutic modalities to more patients across practices. Some of these modalities include: EMDR, brain spotting, family and marriage, individual therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, play therapy, and medication management.

Behavioral Health Team

Health Services

Dental

The Dental Department has significantly expanded in the past two years. Two new clinics have been added in addition to our main Tribal Health Clinic on Liberty Street.

Trinity Dental opened in April of 2022. Located in our beautiful Trinity Clinic, we have five state of the art operatories. We are seeing Native patients and non-Native patients with Medi-Cal that reside in Trinity County. This has been a historically underserved community and the patients are extremely grateful for the care we provide.

Churn Creek Dental opened to patients in the end of 2022 and was able to occupy the renovated building across the parking lot from our Churn Creek Healthcare a year later in 2023. Churn Creek Dental is open to patients living in Shasta County with Medi-Cal. This population of patients has struggled to find care as COVID-19 caused many local providers to reduce their services offered.

Our keystone programs RRTHC Dental and RRTHC Orthodontics were strong in 2022 and 2023. Our main clinic set records with 11,600 and then 11,800 visits each year helping 3,000 individual patients. The Orthodontic program had 498 and then 610 encounters with 142 patients served.

Our expansion clinics in Trinity and Churn Creek had an additional 1,950 visits in 2022 and a strong growth increased to 3,750 visits in 2023. This helped an additional 750 patients that did not have access to our clinics in the past.

Dental Staff

Glen Hayward With Our New Dental Equipment

Health Services

Pharmacy

The Redding Rancheria Pharmacy strives to improve the lives of those they serve. Their staff of highly qualified clinical pharmacists and technicians continually work to provide safe, affordable and accessible pharmacy services. They collaborate with other departments to provide greater medication management. Maintaining close relationships with other departments within RRTHC allows them to expedite patient care and maximize healthcare outcomes.

• Over the past two years 2 million dollars in prescription co-pays (1.1 million in 2023 alone) were waived

• Weekly prescription volume grew by 17% from 2022 to 2023. We are now filling 95,000 prescriptions a year

• Staff was added to help accommodate increasing volume and to maintain patient care standards

• Increased our inventory to better serve the needs of our patients

• Installed a drug take back receptacle for patients to dispose of old or unwanted medication in an appropriate fashion

• Mail and delivery program for Tribal Elders and patients in outlying areas

• Participated as a pharmacy technician extern training site for Institute of Technology

• Employed Tribal Youth as part of the Youth Job Program

Pharmacy Check-in

Health Services

Community Health

Indigenous Americans face a diabetes rate that is double that of any other ethnic group in the United States. Our Community Health Department specializes in diabetes management and nutrition education offering patients essential resources and guidance for healthy living. Our diabetes educator ensures patients have the necessary medication, knowledge, and skills to manage diabetes effectively. Our dietitians promote sustainable, nutritious choices to help patients achieve their overall health goals. The Community Health Department provides an array of programs for patients. Offerings range from diabetes focus groups and community walks to YMCA membership assistance and open gym sessions. We also offer mindful eating classes, health promotion workshops, Pilates, support groups, cooking demonstrations, and healthy holiday nutrition options.

Mildred Rhoades Diabetes Prevention Walk

The Redding Rancheria Community Health Department organizes the annual Mildred Rhoades Diabetes Prevention Walk in tribute to Mildred Rhoades—one of the original 17 distributees of Redding Rancheria, who suffered from diabetes. This event commemorates individuals lost to diabetes, supports those currently managing the condition, and raises awareness. Participants at the event receive education on diabetes, emphasizing the importance of prevention and appropriate management for those affected by the disease.

Getting Fit!

Kids Camp

Mildred Rhoades Walk on Walking Trail

Mildred Rhoades Team

Health Services

Future Health Village

In 2024, the Redding Rancheria will embark on the largest expansion of healthcare services in Shasta County in the last 50 years. The Redding Rancheria’s will be breaking ground on their new 190,000 square-foot health village. This represents a monumental stride towards enhancing healthcare services for Native Americans, and by extension, the broader community we serve. This ambitious project is not just a construction endeavor but a visionary leap forward in integrating medical and wellness services under one roof, aiming to provide comprehensive, culturally sensitive, and compassionate healthcare. The design and planning of this health village reflects a deep understanding of the unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by Native Americans, by addressing issues such as access to quality healthcare, the need for culturally competent care, and the integration of traditional healing practices with contemporary medical treatments.

The health village concept is pioneering in its approach to healthcare delivery. The inclusion of medical facilities, and wellness centers, alongside spaces dedicated to traditional healing practices, ensures that the healthcare needs of the community are met in a respectful and comprehensive manner. Furthermore, this project underscores the Redding Rancheria’s commitment to not only serving our Native community but also setting a benchmark for healthcare provision in communities across the nation.

The health village is poised to become a model of healthcare excellence in our community. By leveraging the latest in medical technology and integrating it with wellness and traditional practices, the project aims to deliver high-quality care that is both effective and culturally relevant. This approach not only enhances the healthcare outcomes for Native Americans but also enriches the healthcare landscape by fostering greater understanding and appreciation of indigenous healing traditions among healthcare professionals and the wider community.

Moreover, the health village’s focus on education and recruitment represents another layer of its commitment to sustainable healthcare improvement. By providing education and recruitment opportunities for healthcare professionals, including those from the Native American community, the project aims to build a workforce that is not only highly skilled but also culturally competent. This focus on healthcare and capacity building ensures that the benefits of the health village will be felt for generations to come, as it helps to address the long-standing shortage of healthcare professionals in rural and indigenous communities.

In essence, Redding Rancheria’s health village is more than just a healthcare facility; it is a vibrant community hub that embodies the spirit of healing, wellness, and education. It represents a forward-thinking approach to healthcare that recognizes the importance of cultural heritage, community engagement, and sustainable development. As construction progresses, the health village stands as a testament to the resilience and vision of the Redding Rancheria, offering a promising model for how healthcare can be reimagined to better serve Native Americans and the broader community. Through this project, the Redding Rancheria is not only improving healthcare outcomes but also strengthening the bonds within and beyond our Native community, paving the way for a healthier, more connected future for all that we serve.

Health Village Front Entrance

Health Village Gymnasium

Tribal Government Senior Managers

Executive Team

The Redding Rancheria Executive Team consists of the Chief Executive Office, Tracy Edwards, the Chief Operating Officer, Stacey Carman, and the Chief Financial Officer, Tamra Olson. This team is responsible for ensuring the integrity of Tribal operations. Presently, the Tribe operates more than 100 programs. The Tribal Government employees consist of those that work in Tribal Administration, the Gaming Agency, all Tribal Health campuses, Head Start and Child Care, and the Surveillance Department.

Coming out of the pandemic, Redding Rancheria, as an employer, understands the shifting work culture. For some employees whose job positions allow, Redding Rancheria has allowed hybrid work schedules—working both in office and from home when needed. This allows for flexibility for our employees. However, Redding Rancheria still prioritizes the community culture and recognizes that for a lot of work, we need to be physically present to make connections and work together efficiently. Working together fosters a sense of community culture and a shared identity among our employees. Redding Rancheria continues to adapt to create a modern work culture that prioritizes the wellbeing of its employees.

From Left to Right: Miranda Edwards Favorite, Dani Hayward, Maria Orozco, Glen Hayward, Tracy Edwards, Michael Hollowell, Stacey Carman, Tamra Olson, Jason Hart

Tamra Olson Tracy Edwards Stacey Carman

Tribal Government Human Resources

Through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts, the Human Resources department effectively recruits, develops, and retains a highperforming and diverse workforce. This fosters a healthy, safe, and productive environment that maximizes individual and organizational potential. In doing so, we have established the Redding Rancheria as a premier employer of choice.

During 2022 and 2023 our workforce grew from 308 to 346 Redding Rancheria employees! In keeping with our traditions, we encourage Native Americans to work for our Tribe. Currently, our Redding Rancheria workforce is 41% Native American.

Four years ago, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggered extensive economic turmoil, resulting in business closures, financial instability, healthcare shortages, and an unprecedented crisis affecting social, emotional, and physical health. Moreover, this large-scale disruption spurred a phenomenon known as “The Great Resignation” signifying a fundamental shift in the labor market landscape, particularly in healthcare. Despite proactive measures, annual Redding Rancheria turnover rates soared to a high of 28 % by the end of 2021.

Increased turnover rates can be attributed to factors such as employee burnout, mental health challenges, and the intensifying competition within the global healthcare industry to meet the rising demand. In January of 2023, Human Resources addressed the profound impact of COVID-19 on mental health by launching the Talkspace counseling program for all employees. This invaluable resource empowers our staff to thrive in both work and life. Human Resources proudly celebrated a reduced annual turnover rate of 19% in December of 2023. Our HR team has expanded to include 12 staff members, each equipped to confidently embrace whatever future challenges may arise. With the inclusion of nonfederally regulated holidays such as Individual Birthday Holidays, we now offer 16 days of paid holidays each year.

Workplace Guiding Values Winners

Serving Others

We are here to provide excellent service with a caring attitude. We are proud that our work serves Tribal Members, each other and the larger community.

Working Together

We are actively involved in building a spirit of teamwork and collaboration, within and between departments, functions and workplaces. Because we work together and support each other, we are a smarter and more effective group.

Doing What’s Right

Our decisions and actions reflect integrity and honesty. We are committed to earning and keeping the trust of the people we serve. We do not seek nor accept personal gain for our actions.

Embracing Change

We honor our traditions and recognize that change is an ongoing part of our environment. We face the challenges and changes in our work with creativity, innovation, adaptability and a sense of humor.

Respecting Differences

We seek to understand differences in ideas, approaches and perspectives and we welcome people from all backgrounds. We understand that our diversity makes us stronger and better as a community.

Balancing Life

Although work is our focus together, we realize that life is more than work. We encourage healthy lifestyles that support mental and physical well-being. We believe a balanced employee is happier and more productive.

Workplace Guiding Values Winners 2022 2023

Serving Others

Christine Boring

Working Together

Clayton Romo

Balancing Life Shannon Cohen

Doing What’s Right Tianna Lendt

Embracing Change Coleen Wilkes

Respecting Differences Josh Manutai

Serving Others

Sara Hofferber

Working Together Dakota Solada

Balancing Life Polly Risner

Doing What’s Right Marion Reinhart

Embracing Change

Kianna Benner

Respecting Differences

Sasha Seymore

Tribal Government

Wellness

The Redding Rancheria prides itself in making health and wellness easy and accessible to Tribal Members and employees.

The Wellness Program is a large contributor to the happiness and wellbeing of employees. Redding Rancheria currently offers 38 fitness classes throughout the week to all regular employees, Tribal Members, and member spouses. The classes are taught by certified instructors and include yoga, Pilates, health bounce, kettle bells, and H.I.I.T. classes. A recent addition to the Wellness Program is the allowance of one hour on the clock per week for employees to attend fitness classes.

The Redding Rancheria provides fresh fruits and vegetables to employees weekly across all entities, as well as offering gym/fitness memberships to three gyms and discounts at another two locations. The Wellness Department develops creative wellness challenges with incentives that encourage our work family to take part in various healthy activities. These include Family Fit events, the Great Outdoor Challenge, mud runs, Walktober, Wellness Warrior Bingo, tribal sports teams, and local running events.

Another favorite event is the biannual Wellness Conference where all employees can participate in a plethora of wellness activities like massages, facials, painting, meditation, and hiking. The Redding Rancheria believes that general wellness encompasses mental, physical, financial and spiritual well-being and strives to prioritize this for employees.

Wellness Warrior Bingo for Staff

Quarterly Healthy Luncheon

Tribal Government

Public Works

The mission of the Public Works Department is to develop and maintain a responsive and efficient facilities management program, which preserves and enhances the value of tribal assets and provides an attractive and safe environment for staff, clients, and visitors.

Our Public Works Department consists of a senior director, a maintenance superintendent, a safety manager, a safety coordinator, an EPA/maintenance manager, an EPA water/maintenance tech, an adminstrative assistant, a maintenance supervisor, two lead custodians, seven maintenance workers, and 17 custodians. In total, there are 34 staff members in our Public Works Department. They keep all of our facilities, clean, safe, and well maintained. Members of the Public Works Department work together as a team to provide support to five clinics, one billing office, Head Start & Child Care, the golf course, seven residences, and 600+ acres of bare land where they maintain fire breaks and homeless abatement.

2022-2023 Highlights

• Assisted with opening of new Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Care building

• Created emergency procedures for Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Care

• Replaced all carpet and baseboards in Tribal Government Office Building

• New LVP flooring and baseboards on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center

• Mounted new signs with updated designs at Churn Creek Healthcare, Churn Creek Wellness & Dental Care and the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health Center

• Updated LED fixtures in Head Start & Child Care and in Churn Creek Healthcare

• Painted exterior of Tribal Office Building

• Painted wall at entrance of Redding Rancheria Road

• Purchased new vehicles for the Public Works Department including a Fusion, Tahoe, Expedition, F-350, and F-350 Dually.

Public Works Team

Core Samples for Bridge Footing

Tribal Government

Tribal Court

The Redding Rancheria Constitution vests authority in the Tribal Council “to govern the conduct of persons on the Rancheria and to provide for the maintenance of law and order and the administration of justice by establishing appropriate courts on the Rancheria and defining their duties and powers….” In May of 2006, the Tribal Council acted under this authority and formally established the Redding Rancheria Tribal Court through the adoption of the Judiciary Code.

The Honorable Richard C. Blake currently serves as Chief Judge of the Tribal Court. He has served in this capacity since 2010. Judge Blake is an enrolled member of the Hoopa Valley Tribe and advocates on a state and national level for matters related to tribal courts and jurisdiction. In addition to Judge Blake, the Tribal Court staff is comprised of a clerk, assistant clerk, court facilitator, bailiffs, presenting officer, and administrator. To date, the Tribal Court has held over 600 hearings and counting.

During the pandemic, the Tribal Court transitioned to remote hearings to protect the health and safety of staff and litigants. This presented many unforeseen challenges—mainly surrounding audio/visual. Ultimately, investments in new technology, including state of the art cameras and microphones, made this transition possible thanks in large part to one-time grant funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance. Over the years, federal support and funding has helped the Tribal Court improve operations and capacity.

Judge Richard C. Blake

Chief Judge Richard Blake Tribal Court Clerk Molly Redmon Court Administrator Michael Hollowell

Tribal Government

Tribal Court Cont.

Other jurisdictions continue to recognize and respect the Tribal Court. Congress continues to pass annual appropriations for programs to support tribal court jurisdiction. And in recent years, the United States Supreme Court, several lower federal courts, and the Shasta County Superior Court have all issued opinions deferring to tribal court jurisdiction. Also, in 2023, the State of California signed and ratified a gaming compact with the Redding Rancheria that affirmatively recognizes exclusive tribal court jurisdiction over an array of disputes. This has paved the way for the Tribal Court to resolve most cases and controversies that arise on the Rancheria.

While the Tribal Court is only one small component of the tribal government, it plays an important and vital role in advancing tribal sovereignty and self-determination.

Family and Children Services

Family and Children Services (FCS) is a Tribal department that receives complaints or referrals on allegedly abused or neglected tribal children, investigating and filing a petition with the Tribal Court where appropriate. FCS locates, certifies and supervises foster and relative placements. Department staff monitors tribal children while in placement. FCS appears in Tribal Court and prepares, with the assistance of the Office of the Tribal Attorney, and files dependency cases, case plans, pleadings, status reviews and may provide expert testimony as required by Tribal law. The FCS department also works closely with other internal tribal departments as well as works with outside agencies in creating solutions to child care and family services. The FCS department works closely with families in creating the best solutions for family safety.

Tribal Government

Gaming Compliance

Indian Casinos are one of the most heavily regulated industries in the country. Gaming compliance is the first level of regulation. There are currently five gaming commissioners, an executive director, a gaming information systems manager, an administrative assistant, two compliance officers, and a licensing administrator. In surveillance there is a surveillance manager, an assistant manager, two supervisors, a lead tech, and eight techs.

The Gaming Commission is responsible for promulgating rules and regulations, holding hearings, and administering fines and sanctions. The Gaming Agency is also required to enforce all regulations, policies and procedures along with tribal, federal and state law. Surveillance observes and reports. The agency works closely with the Department of Justice, local law enforcement, as well as the California Highway Patrol. The Gaming Department strives for excellence in keeping Win-River Resort & Casino free from crime, corruption and illegal activity so the casino may promote a safe atmosphere for the surrounding communities.

Land Acquisition

Redding Rancheria did not acquire any new land in 2022 and 2023, with its land holdings remaining at just over 600 acres.

Enrollment

Redding Rancheria Tribal Members are all lineal descendants of the Original 17 Distributees who lived on the Tribal reservation in 1959. Tribes are inherently responsible for determining their own membership.

Redding Rancheria’s Enrollment Department is responsible to ensure that eligible people are enrolled. From 2022 to 2023, 32 children were enrolled, thirteen minors became adults, and five adults became elders.

Tribal Member Services

Elder Services

Honoring Tribal elders is an important aspect of Redding Rancheria’s culture as it is in the Native American community as a whole. The Tribe shows respect to its elders ages 50 and older, by providing monthly financial assistance, monthly elder appreciation dinners, and twice-yearly energy assistance payments.

Health and Wellness

Redding Rancheria believes that the health and well-being of its Tribal Members is of the utmost importance. All Tribal Members are provided a comprehensive health benefits package that exceeds those provided employees of most large companies. These benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Additionally, a custom supplemental health program helps pay for many health-related expenses not covered by traditional insurance. Redding Rancheria also offers free workout classes for Tribal Member to attend at our various locations and Wellness Challenges and Family Fit Event days that include roller skating, hiking, gymnastics, and lake days.

Small Business Grants

It is not only important to Redding Rancheria that the Tribe is self-reliant, but that each of its Tribal Members are as well. In pursuit of this goal, the Tribe operates a Small Business Grant program for its Tribal Members that is targeted toward helping Tribal Members start and successfully operate their own businesses. In 2022, seven grants were used by Tribal Members. In 2023, six grants were used by Tribal Members.

Members’ Travel

Recognizing that traveling outside of the immediate area to learn about other places, people and cultures is important, Redding Rancheria operates a travel program for Tribal Members. The program provides funds for Members to travel as well as assistance in booking trips. During the past two years, approximately 717 trips were taken with the assistance of the program.

Tribal Members Participating in a Color Run

Tribal Member Services

Education

School Sponsered Trips

This program assists with the travel cost for the junior high and high school students who have the unique opportunity of traveling with a group as an educational experience. This program helped one student in 2023.

Scholarship Program Adult Graduates

Alexis Hayward B.A. in Kinesiology

Destiny Richardson B.A. in Business

Bianca Benner B.S. in Management

Larry Fultz III B.S. in Business Administration

Shyenne Benner B.A. in Asian Studies

Tara Web B.A. in General Studies

Kianna Benner A.A. in Early Childhood Eduication

Elizabeth Baker-Romero Master Degree in Business

Payton Edwards B.A. in Business Administration

Trisha Baker A.S. in General Business

Rachelle Pimentel A.A. in Business

Ricky Pimentel Jr. A.A. Business Fundimentals

Tribal Member Services Scholarship Program

This program supports students with fees and academic planning while attending college/trade school. In 2022, 14 students received a scholarship and in 2023, 12 students received a scholarship to support furthering their education. 2022

• One student obtained a Master’s Degree

– Elizabeth Baker-Romero, Master in Business from the University of Phoenix

• Five students obtained Bachelor’s Degrees

– Payton Edwards, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Simpson University

– Tara Webb, Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Ashworth College

– Larry Fultz III, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Ashworth College

– Melvin Hursey III, Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Simpson University

– Destiny Richardson, Bachelor of Arts in Business from Simpson University

• Six students obtained Associate Degrees

– Rachelle Pimentel, Associate of Arts in Business from University of Phoenix

– Trisha Baker, Associate of Science in General Business from Ashworth College

– Ricky Pimentel Jr., Associate of Arts in Business Fundamentals from University of Phoenix

– Fernando Pizano, Associate of Arts from Klamath Community College

– Kianna Benner, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Shasta College

– Chelsea Hayward, Associate of Arts in General Studies from Ashworth College

• Two students obtained Certifications

– Kianna Benner, Early Childhood Education Certificate

– Tyler Hayward, Emergency Medical Technician Certificate 2023

• Six students obtained Bachelor’s Degrees

– Cody DeRosia, Bachelor of Science in Business with an Associate of Science with concentration in Business Fundamentals from the University of Phoenix

– Alexis Hayward, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from CSU, Northridge

– Bianca Benner, Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of Tampa

– Shyenne Benner, Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies from the University of Hawaii, Manoa

– Michael Kelly, Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from CSU Chico

– Fernando Pizano, Bachelor of Science in History from Oregon State University

• Five students obtained 8 Certifications

– Laine Hayward, De-escalation Training Certificate from Verbal Judo Institute

– Marrysa Gibbins, Health and Nutrition Certificate from Ashworth College

– Michael K. Hayward, Auto Detailing from The Ding King

– Ashley Ramirez, Advanced Leadership Certificate from The University of Phoenix

– Ashley Ramirez, National Society of Leadership and Success Certificate from The University of Phoenix

– Marrysa Gibbins, Tribal Judicial Administration Certificate from California Tribal College

– Trisha Baker, Management of Slot Operations from the University of Nevada, Reno

– Michael K. Hayward, Window Tinting from The Ding King

• One student obtained a License

– Shaina Benner, Massage

Tribal Member Services

Tribal Member Professional Development Program

In 2023, the Human Resources Department pioneered this program for Tribal Members ages 18 to 23. This program provides opportunities for young adults to work closely with seasoned professionals and fosters mentorship, skill development, and invaluable hands-on experience while empowering our next generation of Tribal leaders.

Tribal Youth Employment Program

Designed for Tribal youth aged 14 to 17, this program offers high school-aged students a firsthand look at real-world jobs. It provides positive and educational work experiences tailored for Tribal members. In total, five Tribal youth participated in the program.

Tribal Youth Mentorship Program

Established in 2005, this program offers Tribal youth aged 11 to 20 a valuable opportunity to explore careers of interest by shadowing professionals for two to three shifts, totaling six to nine hours of work. The mentorship program may be utilized up to two times per calendar year.

Tutoring Assistance

This program helps students as they strive to improve and/or maintain their grades. In 2022, 23 students used this program and in 2023, 21 students used this program.

Youth Leadership

This year-long program focuses on preparing the Tribal Youth ages 11 to 17 to be leaders of the Tribe as well as the surrounding community. It is essential that our youth realize their importance and increase their capabilities so they are better prepared for the future. This program happens every other year and session are held throughout that year. In 2023, 21 Tribal Youths participated.

Tallen McCain Tribal Member Youth Employee

2022 Graduates

8th

12th

2023 Graduates

8th

12th

Colby Saechao

Colton Norris Eli Bailey

Mario Pizano

Michael Hayward Taneeka Moss Tionna Baker

Nathan Hayward

Joshua Croft

Richard Gomez Logan Brantley

Amarah Alonso

April Rehnblom Oscar Pizano

Raelynn Souza Riley Hayward Ryder Webb Raycen McCain

Win-River Resort & Casino

Win-River Resort & Casino proudly boasts several prestigious accolades, including being voted “Best Casino in the North State”, “Best Employer”, and “Best Place to Dance”. With 510 thrilling slot machines featuring top games like “Dragon Link” and “Buffalo Gold”, along with 14 table games including blackjack, three-card poker, roulette, and California craps, there is no shortage of excitement. Our 950-seat event center hosts incredible concerts featuring renowned artists such as Sawyer Brown, Colt Ford, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and Dylan Scott, as well as top comedians like Nick Swardson, Ginger Billy, Marlon Wayons, and Whitney Cummings.

Our daily promotions add extra thrills, with Military Monday offering $11 free-play to active and retired military, Hot Seat Drawings on Tuesdays, Senior Days on Wednesdays with double points for guests over 50, and Major Giveaway Nights on Thursdays, where drawing winners qualify for our final quarterly drawing for cash and prizes.

In 2022, we initiated a new program allowing our generous guests to donate their change to local charities chosen by Win-River team members. Some of the recipients included Northern California V.F.W., Homeward Bound Military Family Support, One Safe Place, and Shining Care. In 2023, our focus shifted to supporting local youth sports organizations such as East Redding Little League, Happy Valley Little League, Shasta Lake Little League, Shasta JR Wolves football, Foothill JR Cougars, and West Valley JR Eagles. Additionally, in 2023, the Win-River Management team made the holiday season brighter for 13 Veterans from the Redding Veteran home by adopting them for Christmas.

I-5 Property Update

In 2003, the Redding Rancheria purchased 232 acres of land along Interstate 5, known as the I-5 Property. At the time, this purchase represented the Tribe’s largest investment ever. Since then, the Tribe has been working tirelessly with the Bureau of Indian Affairs to transfer the I-5 Property into federal trust status for gaming purposes. The primary objective for the Tribe is to relocate the existing Win-River Resort & Casino to the I-5 Property. This project is often referred to in the community as the casino relocation project. While there have been several delays in the approval process, the Tribe is at the finish line and remains confident in an approval in 2024.

Securing public access to the I-5 Property has caused delay in the approval process. The City of Redding previously sold a portion of a public road in Bechelli Lane to a group opposed to the casino relocation project. This was not just any portion of public road either, as Bechelli Lane provides direct public access to the I-5 Property. Obviously, the goal was to block public access in an effort to kill the casino relocation project. The Tribe, in turn, sued the City of Redding. In 2022, after more than two years and nearly $1 million dollars, the Tribe secured a legal victory in Shasta County Superior Court. The City of Redding was ordered to rescind the deed, which transferred the portion of Bechelli Lane back to the City of Redding as a public road.

Subsequently, the State of California signed a new 25-year compact with the Redding Rancheria that expressly recognizes the I-5 Property as gaming eligible land. Importantly, the compact also lists all portions of Bechelli Lane as a public access road to the I-5 Property. The compact was ratified via Assembly Bill 854 and affirmatively approved by the Bureau of Indians Affairs on November 30, 2023. Additionally, under the terms of the compact, the Tribe has agreed to set aside a portion of the net win for distribution to local units of government. This will ensure that the Tribe is able to mitigate any potential impacts to the off-reservation environment as a result of the casino relocation project.

Also in 2023, the Redding Rancheria executed a local agreement with Shasta County to provide up front and recurring payments related to the casino relocation project. Although Shasta County has a legal obligation under federal law to provide criminal law enforcement services to federal trust lands, the Tribe wanted to make sure that Shasta County did not experience any additional costs from the casino relocation project. Under the terms of the local agreement, the Tribe has committed to provide Shasta County with $3.6 million dollars in upfront payments as well as recurring payments based on a cost per call for law enforcement service and/or fire and emergency service. Compared to other local agreements, the Tribe will pay more than its fair share.

The Redding Rancheria looks forward to the future of the I-5 Property and all the benefits that will flow from the casino relocation project. The direct impact on the local community from construction activities alone will result in thousands of constructions jobs and more than $100 million dollars in wages that will be spend in the local community. In addition, the direct impact on the local community from a fully operational casino on the I-5 Property will result in hundreds of new jobs and millions in wages that will be spent in the local community. The Tribe is confident that the casino relocation project will boost tourism to the north state, increase spending in the local community, and, ultimately, generate millions in tax revenue for the state, the county, and local governments.

Aerial View of Future Win-River Resort & Casino Location

The Future of Win-River Resort & Casino

The future of Win-River Resort & Casino looks bright! The Redding Rancheria is certainly gaining momentum in obtaining approval from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to transfer the I-5 Property into trust status for gaming purposes. This approval will authorize the expansion and development of a new gaming facility on the I-5 Property and pave the way for the casino relocation to the I-5 Property. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has published an Administrative Final Environmental Impact Statement and is primed to release the document to the public and issue a Record of Decision in 2024.

As part of the proposed casino relocation project, the Tribe will be required to cease operations at the existing Win-River Resort & Casino and, simultaneously, begin operations at a new gaming facility on the I-5 Property. While this transition will prove challenging in terms of staffing and training, the Tribe is ready to rise to the occasion and embraces the ability to welcome new employees into the tribal family. Although the Tribe has not decided what will happen to the existing building that currently houses Win-River Resort & Casino, most likely it will transition into tribal services, healthcare services, and/or housing uses.

In the meantime, it is important for the Redding Rancheria to have a continued focus on maintaining growth in the current operation. While the Tribe is working towards moving to the I-5 Property, it is committed to continuing to provide first rate experiences at the current operation. The Tribe wants to provide a place for community events, a place to gather and have an entertaining time with friends. That focus will always be front and center for the Redding Rancheria, whether that is at the current operation or at the future I-5 operation.

Economic Development

RREDCO

Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation (RREDCO) was established in 1995. Over the past 29 years, it has continued to serve the best interest of the Tribe, its Tribal Members, and its enterprises by protecting the political integrity, economic security, health, and welfare of the Tribe and its Members. The Tribe looks to RREDCO as its business arm for diversification of investments and it is responsible for acquisition and development of new and existing businesses to further the Tribes’ interest in self-determination and self-sufficiency.

RREDCO exists to further the Tribe’s interest in self-determination and selfsufficiency by creating sustainability in economic diversification, employment and growth opportunities. Maintaining the mindset of the Seventh Generation, towards making a difference to benefit team members, Tribal Members, our planet and all people.

In 2022 and 2023, RREDCO has grown its administration team by adding eight new positions: lead staff accountant, staff accountant, accounting specialist, accounts payable specialist, banking analyst, benefits specialist, and office clerk. RREDCO is growing into new business ventures to add and expand our current businesses that will bring more economic stability to the Tribe and within the community. In total, RREDCO now has 55 administrative staff.

Hilton Garden Inn

The Hilton Garden Inn Redding hotel opened in 2003 and sits on a plateau overlooking the majestic Sacramento River. With convenient access right off of I-5, our hotel is a great choice for easy travel around town and to the many Redding area attractions. The Hilton Garden Inn operates 93 rooms, including a restaurant, small bar, 1,700 square feet of meeting and banquet rooms, hot tub, small pool, fitness room and business center. The hotel offers travelers and local guests breakfast, lunch and dinner in our Garden Grille and Bar. Our dining and patio area are perfect for that business lunch or Sunday family breakfast. At the end of 2023, the Hilton Garden Inn had 36 staff members.

Win-River Mini-Mart

The mini-mart opened in late 1999 with the goal to provide the most convenient, clean, and friendly environment to serve our local community. We continue to provide fair, competitive prices, while ensuring excellent guest service for our team members, guests, and Tribal Members. Over the years, the mini-mart has grown as a positive connection between the Tribe and our community through building relationships and visibility. The location and recreational demographic for this mini-mart are some of the key things that continue to make this property a success for the Tribe. At the end of 2023, the Win-River Mini-Mart had nine staff members.

RREDCO Staff

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby

Economic Development

The Redding Rancheria Utility Corporation (RRUCO) entered into a retail electric service agreement with the Redding Electric Utility (REU) in June 2010 to provide reliable, cost efficient utilities to Tribal Members and business enterprises located on the Redding Rancheria.

RRUCO RRELLC

In 2022, Redding Rancheria Enlighten LLC (RRELLC) expanded into the State Cannabis Market, acquiring the Redding Rancheria Sundial LLC and the Redding Rancheria Distribution LLC. In 2023 RRELLC acquired the Redding Rancheria Sundial Red Bluff LLC. At the end of 2023, RRELLC had 71 staff members total.

RRH2ECO

In 2023, RREDCO acquired Redding Rancheria Hydrogen 2 Energy Corporation (RRH2ECO). RRH2ECO is dedicated to utilizing natural resources in manufacturing Green Energy and Net Zero Electricity. RRH2ECO received in 2023 a $500,000 grant from the Department of Conservation to assist the Tribe with developing a new hydrogen production facility in Red Bluff, California.

RREVMLLC

In 2023, Redding Rancheria Essential Vegetation Management Corporation (RREVMCO) acquired Essential Vegetation Management Services LLC (EVM) with a positive environmental impact in mind. RREVMCO and EVM perform defensible space and fire line services. EVM focuses on how to prevent wildfires and wildfire damage in Northern California.

Sundial Collective Dispensary on Twin View Boulevard

Redding Rancheria Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$135,774,269

RRELLC Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$24,427,905

Win-River Mini Mart

Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$23,506,478

Tribal Totals for Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$286,340,599

Win-River Resort & Casino Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$86,733,771

Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$2,023,017

Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$5,238,468

Hilton Garden Inn Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes, and Vendor Payments

$8,636,691

Supporting Our Community

COVID-19 Community Business Grants

Throughout the pandemic, Redding Rancheria supported the community by providing financial assistance to sustain local businesses and organizations affected by the COVID-19 shutdowns. In 2022, Redding Rancheria chose 60 businesses, each receiving $5,000, resulting in a total of $300,000 reinvested into the community. This was the third round of COVID-19 relief money the Tribe gave out since the beginning of the pandemic. Redding Rancheria is grateful for the opportunity to support local organizations in this way.

Redding Rancheria Community Fund Dinner

The Redding Rancheria Community Fund, established in 2002, has provided approximately $4.3 million in grants since its inception. Between 2022 and 2023, the fund awarded 128 grants, bringing the total number of grants awarded to 1,110. This fund seeks proposals benefiting Native Americans, youth, and rural populations, offering grants for general support excluding salaries. Funding may assist with capital improvements/renovations, equipment, programs, and services. Eligible organizations must serve Shasta or Trinity counties, with an average grant amounting to $3,845.33 since 2002.

Additionally, the fund hosts an annual fundraising event, the Redding Rancheria Community Fund Dinner “A Year to Remember,” since 2004, raising over $1 million. Each year features a themed event, such as “Cruella” in 2002 and the “Red” in 2023, with all proceeds supporting local community projects and programs backed by the Community Foundation.

• In 2022, $196,850 was given out in grants

• In 2023, $199,224 was given out in grants

2022 - 2023 Redding Racnheria Community Fund Donations

Acorn Community Enterprises/KKRN

American Red Cross

Anderson Fire Protection District

Anderson Historical Society

Anderson Police Department

Ascend Wilderness Experience

Association for Counseling, Education & Support (A.C.E.S.)

Axiom Repertory Theatre

Burney Fire Protection District

Camp McCumber Corporation

Carrying Heroes

Castella Fire Protection District

Catalyst Mentoring

Central Valley High School-Football Program

Chagdud Gonpa Foundation

Children’s Legacy Center

Columbia Elementary School District

Community for Anderson Explodes

Cottonwood Community Library

Cottonwood Fire Protection District

Cottonwood Union School District

Disability Action Center

Douglas City Community Services District

Empire Recovery Center

Exodus Farms Ministry

FaithWorks

Fall River Joint Unified School District

Fall River Valley Fire Protection District

French Gulch-Whiskeytown School

Friends of Redding Rodeo

Friends of Shasta County Library

Friends of Whiskeytown, Inc.

Frontier Senior Center

Happy Valley Fire Protection District

Hope, Healing, Restoration And New Beginnings

Human Response Network

Junction Elementary School District

KIXE TV (PBS)

Lassen Park Foundation

Lewiston Community Services District

Living Hope

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northeastern CA & Northern NV

Manton Education Council

Millville Fire Protection District

Mountain Valleys Health Centers

$1,000

$10,000

$6,500

$2,250

$4,700

$3,350

$10,000

$11,050

$2,000 $1,500

$2,500

$1,520

$2,500

$10,000

$3,500

NorCal OUTreach Project

Northern California EMS, Inc.

Northern California Veterans Museum & Heritage Center

One Safe Place

Pathways to Hope for Children

Pathways to Housing

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing

Project Spark Studio

Providence International Enterprises

Redding City Ballet

Redding Fashion Alliance

Redding STEM Academy

Riverfront Playhouse

Rotary Club of Redding Charitable Foundation

Shasta County Arts Council for Voices of the Golden Ghosts

Shasta County Fire Safe Council

Shasta County Sheriff’s Office

Shasta Family YMCA

Shasta Genealogical Society

Shasta Historical Society

Shasta Lake Chamber of Commerce

Shasta Lake Heritage & Historical Society

Shasta Scout

Shasta Treatment Center

Shasta Union High School District Counseling

Shingletown Medical Center

Shiningcare, Inc.

Spay & Neuter Intermountain Pet Placement (SNIPPP)

St. James Lutheran Church

Take a Shot at Parkinsons Foundation

The Charles Candelaria Memorial Foundation

The Jefferson Pipe Band, Inc.

The Trade School at SBE, Inc.

The Watershed Research & Training Center

Tree of Life International Charter School

Trinity Alps Unified School District

Trinity Center Community Services District

Trinity County First 5

Trinity Food Outreach, Incorporated

Trinity Together: A Cradle to Career Partnership

Viva Downtown for The Art Hunger

Weaverville Fire Protection District

Whiskeytown Environmental School Community

Women’s Health Specialists

Word of Life

$8,000 $2,500 $3,000 $6,500 $5,000 $500 $6,100 $4,710 $7,500 $2,000 $3,000 $4,000 $5,165 $3,500 $1,108 $10,000 $1,099 $5,000 $4,000 $5,200 $2,300 $6,595 $2,500 $4,500 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $2,500 $3,500 $1,800 $2,750 $2,000 $7,000 $3,500 $3,300 $2,000 $2,000 $7,000 $1,600 $4,900 $3,500 $2,700 $2,000

Supporting Our Community Giving Back

The Redding Rancheria is involved in all aspects of the surrounding community and you will see the Tribe at nearly every local event whether it be through sponsorships and donations or participating and cheering on. The Tribe is a proud member of the community and will continually commit to making the community the best it can be.

Anderson Greeters

Check Presentation Pathways of Hope

Discover Health Fair

Annual Easter Event

Dancing with the Stars Shasta County

Earth Day Fair

Breast Cancer Awareness

Denim Donations with Shasta County District Attorney’s Office for Sexual Assault Survivors

Employee Appreciation at Water Works

Celebrity Pizza for a Cause

Diabetes Awareness

Every Child Matters

Supporting Our Community Giving Back

Faithworks Community Coalition Furniture Donations

Family fit Event at Nor Cal Elite Gym

Frosty Fun Run

Giving Tuesday

International Women’s Day

Leadership Redding Heritage Day

KIXE Holiday Auction

Leadership Redding Golf Fundraiser

Legends and Leaders

Leadership Redding Health and Wellness Day

Mercy Foundation North Fesitval of Trees

Pathway Pinwheels

One Safe Place Crab Feed

Nash Mud Run

Project Homeless Connect Redding Garden of Lights

Supporting Our Community Giving Back

Redding Greeters

Redding Health Expo

Redding Marathon and Relay Redding Rancheria Night at Colt 45s

South County Stuff the Truck Donations

Trinity Health Fair

Regular Updates on KCNR

Supporting Pride

Turkeys and Games Holiday Giveaway

Shopping for Christmas Gift Donations to Local Families

Talk with KQMS

Week of the Young Child

Softball Team at Big League Dreams

Think Pink Run

Women’s Heart Health Go Red Luncheon

April Rymel In Loving Memory

Dau-nom Nor El Muk

04/02/1963 - 01/31/2022

April Lynn Rymel was born on April 2, 1963 to the late Amy May Wilson and late Wilbur Wright. She began her Milky Way journey on Monday, October 31, 2022. She was the only girl out of her mom’s 10 children. Her Grandma Nellie and Grandpa Isgrigg Taundauli took care of April on the Rez along with her brothers, Junior, Wally, Bill, Lawrence, Virgil, Raymond and Richard.

After the passing of Grandma Nellie, April, at the age of six, and her brothers Raymond, and Richard went to live with their mom. Growing up, April looked up to her brothers, whether good or bad. Their mom would let the boys do anything, but April was not allowed to do anything. She was later put in a group home called I’SOT, In Search of Truth, in Canby, California. She was there through her teenage years up until she was 20. That is when she moved back home with her mom, Amy.

Her proudest moment was when her daughter had her baby and she became a Grandma for the first time, and then all eight times after that. She was proud to have three grandsons, Mauricio, Albert, and Skyler, and six granddaughters, Mariah, April, Joanna, Hailey, Abigail, and Tabitha. Her nieces and nephews are Larry Don, Christopher, Virgil, Trish, Lisa, Aha-Bleza, Little, and the late Forrest and late Andrew, with a lot of family and friends who also loved her. Family meant a lot to April. She enjoyed helping take care of her family and staying home smoking her herbal medicine and listening to music.

Robin Bailey In Loving Memory

Madesi, Norsa, Nor El Muk

03/22/1960 - 02/26/2022

Robin Louise Bailey was born to Sharon Hayward and Thomas Bailey in Redding California March 22, 1960. Robin was their only daughter. She lived on the Redding Rancheria until she moved to Reno, Nevada then settled in British Columbia.

Robin went to school and received her Beautician Certification and worked 10 years in that profession. She worked for eight years at Imperial Esso, which prepared her to go back to school. Robin returned to school to receive her Bachelor of Social Work for the University of Victoria.

She was inspired by her late mother Sharon Bailey and her late aunt Barbara Murphy to give back to her community. Together, they started the first Indian Friendship Center in British Columbia, where Natives could go for warmth, food and a place to stay overnight. Robin’s need to help started early in life and she volunteered to do anything they needed done.

Growing up on the Redding Rancheria, and coming from a family who always helped others, Robin felt a greater appreciation for the needs of others and to work with people no matter where they came from. Working government to government, she was actively involved in meetings that helped write the constitution for the Redding Rancheria Tribe, which allowed the Tribe to become a sovereign nation. This victory was a moment for all members to be proud of.

Robin loved working for her people, she worked for the Tribe at the clinic, as a security guard, and doing payouts for the Bingo Hall. After earning her degree in Social work, she worked for two years as the Director of Community Social Services Department. Robin acquired a grant for serving hot meals to tribal elders in the Native community. She was the Honored Elder at the Tribes Annual Stillwater Pow Wow in 2019.

Robin was one of the most loving and kindhearted person anyone could have had the privilege to know. She was always willing to listen with an open heart. Those who knew her adored her and she was grateful for those who loved her.

Robin is survived by her father Thomas Bailey, her two brothers William Bailey and Scott Bailey. Nieces Caroline, Katelyn, Madelyn Bailey Nephews Eli Bailey and David Derveaux. Her Aunt Ramona Schumacher. Tracy Hylen her best friend and companion.

Robin was proceeded in death by her mother Sharon Bailey and her brother Timothy Courtney.

In addition, she is survived by many generations of cousins that loved her and her many friends. Robin was loved by many and will be missed.

Joseph Murphy In Loving Memory

Madesi, Norsa, Nor El Muk

08/20/1959 - 02/02/2023

Joe Murphy, a beloved figure in Redding, California, passed away on February 2, 2023, at the age of 63. Born on August 20, 1959, Joe was a cherished father, son, brother, friend, and community leader whose vibrant outgoing personality touched many lives.

From the early days of his work with the Redding Rancheria, he was a visionary, contributing significantly to the growth and success of the community. His dedication was evident in every project he touched, from the development of Win River Casino to the Redding Rancheria Minimart and the Hilton Garden Inn. As the President of RREDCO he always strived to create self sufficiency and independence for the Tribe. Each of these achievements stands as a testament to his hard work and commitment.

Joe’s impact extended far beyond his professional life. He had an unparalleled zest for living and the finer things in life that was infectious. He was someone who found happiness in simple pleasures—whether it was playing his guitar, discovering new foods, or traveling to far-off places like Greece. His curiosity and love for new experiences enriched not only his own life but the lives of those around him.

Later in life, he found his true calling at WaterWorks Park, a place where his love for people and his desire to create joy flourished. There, he was more than just a presence; he was a catalyst for happiness, bringing families together and creating memories that would last a lifetime. He took immense pride in seeing others enjoy themselves and his spirit resonated through the park.

What made him so exceptional was not just what he did but how he did it. He was a guide, always encouraging others to follow their own paths while offering a gentle nudge in the right direction. He understood the value of autonomy and respected each person’s journey. His wisdom was never imposed but shared always with the intent to uplift and support.

His departure leaves a void that can never truly be filled. It’s a testament to how deeply he touched our lives and how much he will be missed. His early departure is a reminder of how precious and fleeting life is.

As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the rich legacy he leaves behind. Let us honor him by carrying forward his spirit of adventure, his dedication to community, and his unwavering love for his family.

Though he may no longer be with us in person, his spirit will continue to guide us, his memories will live on in our hearts, and his impact will remain woven into the fabric of our lives.

Krystal Schumacher In Loving Memory

Madesi, Norsa, Nor El Muk

05/14/1968 - 05/28/2023

Krystal Lea Schumacher passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at Mercy Medical Center in Redding, CA. Krystal was born in Anaheim, CA to her parents Ramona Faye Hayward and Anthony Lee Schumacher on May 14, 1968. Krystal graduated from Anderson High School in Anderson, CA.

Krystal was a kind, generous, compassionate, loving person who cared for many and was adored and cared for by many. She was there for her family and friends who cared very much for her kindness and non-judgmental personality. Krystal was a free spirit and she valued loyalty, honesty, and authenticity. Krystal had an amazing sense of humor and a beautiful laugh. She loved music, especially on long road trips. She loved to travel and particularly to the coast or going camping.

One of Krystal’s greatest accomplishments was her ten children and 19 grandchildren whom she loved so much. She loved her entire family unconditionally.

Krystal is survived by her mother, Ramona Schumacher and father, Anthony Schumacher, sister, Trisha Schumacher, her ten children- Marrysa (Schumacher) Gibbins, Natasha Wright, Jarred Wright, Destiny (Schlapia) Richardson, Brianne Schlapia, Nicholas Edwards, Savanna (Edwards) Middendorp, Zachary Haller, Kierah Haller and Hilton Schumacher as well as her 19 grandchildren. Krystal is proceeded in death by her brother, Brady Schumacher.

Krystal will be missed and never forgotten by many that loved her. Her legacy will live on and continue to make her proud.