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Suquamish News Volume 16

May 2016

Bringing Awareness to Autism In this issue...

ELC Artists pg. 4

More than 130 community members turn out for annual walk

Pee-wee Basketball pg. 8

Spring Break Review pg. 9

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Community Calendar

Events

Lushootseed Language Classes May 3-31 5:30pm Suquamish Tribe and Community members of all ages are invited to learn the traditional language of the Suquamish People. Language classes meet every Tuesday at the Suquamish Tribe Education Department, 15838 Sandy Hook Road, Poulsbo WA, 98370. Dinner will be served. For more information contact Lena Maloney at (360) 394-8644.

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al Members. At the House of Awakened Culture in Downtown Suquamish. For more information contact Brenda Guerrero at (360) 394-8460.

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Suquamish Warriors May 3 5:30pm The regular meeting for Suquamish Warriors usually occurs the first Tuesday of every month. All veterans and their guests are welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Veterans Center, 6353 Middle Street, Suquamish WA, 98392. For more information contact the Veterans Center Office at (360) 626-1080. The Veterans Center is also open every Monday 9am-3pm for Veteran visiting and Thursdays for service officer work 9am-3pm.

Tribal Journeys Suquamish Hosting July 25-27 Suquamish will host travelers on their way to Nisqually for the 2016 Tribal Journeys. Canoes arrive July 25 and leave the morning of July 27. Several events are planned in Downtown Suquamish including meals, cultural sharing in the House of Awakened Culture and more. To volCKA Graduation unteer, contact Cultural Coordinator Tina June 11 Jackson at tjackson@suquamish.nsn.us or PME Board of Directors Meeting May 4 & 11 (retreat) 9am Suquamish Tribal Members, families and (360) 394-8455.

The Port Madison Enterprises (PME) friends are invited to attend the annual ELC Head Start Graduation CKA Graduation Ceremony honoring Board of Directors usually meet every othJuly 28 4pm 2016 high school graduates. The comAt the House of Awakened Culture – Cel- er week. Meetings are open to Suquamish mencement ceremony will take place at ebrate the event of children stepping up tribal members and invited guests. For the Clearwater’s Waterfront Resort Lawn. to kindergarten from our Preschool Age more information, contact Jordan Sheets For more information contact CKA Princlassrooms! Call Cori Silvey at 394-7103. at jordansheets@clearwatercasino.com. cipal Fabian Castilleja at (360) 394-8597.

NOTE- PMECC & SEC meeting on May CKA Last Day of School 18, 9am in the Chico Room at Suquamish June 14 Clearwater Casino Resort.

The last day of year for all Chief Kitsap Tribal Council Meeting Suquamish Elders Council Meeting Academy Students is Tuesday, June 14- May 2 & 16 8:30am May 5 Noon half day dismissal.

Suquamish Tribal Council meetings gen- The Suquamish Tribal Elders Council meets NKSD Last Day of School erally occur every other Monday. Meet- the first Thursday of every month in the ElJune 17 ings are in the Suquamish Tribal Council ders Dining Room at noon. For more inforThe last day of year for all North Kitsap Chambers at 18490 Suquamish Way NE, mation contact Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch School District schools is Friday, June 17- Suquamish WA, 98392 and are open to at blawrence@suquamish.nsn.us. half day dismissal.

Suquamish tribal members and employees of the Suquamish Tribe. Special reports Suquamish Tribal Suquamish Graduate Honoring and guest speaker presentations are open Gaming Commission Meetings June 16 5pm Suquamish Tribal Members, families and to tribal members only and key staff. For May 5 & 19 9am friends are invited to attend the annual more information, contact Windy Ander- The Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission holds regular meetings every other Suquamish Graduate Honoring for Trib- son at wanderson@suquamish.nsn.us.

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Thursday. Meetings generally begin at 9am, at the Suquamish Tribal Gaming Offices on Augusta Avenue in Suquamish, WA. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For more information, contact Samantha Johnson at (360) 394-8652.

Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting May 11 & 25 10am The Suquamish Seafood Board of Directors meet every other Wednesday of the month, at the Suquamish Seafoods Building on Sandy Hook Road. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For information contact Jessica Ledesma (360) 394-8512 or jledesma@suquamish.nsn.us.

Museum Board Meeting May 12 10:30am The Suquamish Museum Board meets monthly and is open to Suquamish Tribal Members. For more information, call the Suquamish Museum (360) 394-8499.

Higher Education Board Meeting May 2016 The Suquamish Tribe Higher Education Board meetings are not open to the public.

Suquamish Tribal Members can request to be added to the agenda by contacting Higher Ed. Manager Brenda Guerrero (360) 394-8460 or by e-mail at bguerrero@suquamish.nsn.us

From the cover...

Suquamish Sports and Recreation Department hosted the annual Community Autism Awareness Walk on April 13, 2015. More than 130 community members turned out for the event that included activities for kids, the walk and a meal.

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Wayne George, Editor in Chief Leonard Forsman, Contributor April Leigh, Writer/Photographer/Layout/Distribution

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News & Events

KEDA Honors Steele with Lifetime Achievement Award

Port Madison Enterprises (PME) CEO recognized for economic development work March 30, 2016 - Russell Steele was lauded by a host of Kitsap business and community leaders at the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) Annual Meeting where he was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his unwavering support of economic development efforts in Kitsap County.

10,000 sq. ft. of conference space at the waterfront facility. Russell has also worked to diversify PME business operations by acquiring the popular event facility Kiana Lodge, expanding retail operations including the recent re-launch of the Masi Shop and the acquisition of White Horse Golf Course. During that time PME’s workforce Steele is the CEO of Port Madison Enterprises, and has grown from roughly 200 to over 900 with an additionserved on the KEDA Board of Directors for nine years al 100 positions to be filled.

(April 2007 through March 2016) including a term as “The Suquamish Tribe is proud of the work that Russell Treasurer. During his tenure with the KEDA Board, Rus- Steele has done to grow Port Madison Enterprises into the sell was known for his vision and leadership, and for his regional presence it has become and congratulate him on tireless support of efforts to improving economic oppor- this honor. Not only is Russell a great business leader, but tunities and growth in Kitsap County. also a great mentor and friend to our Tribal community,” Julie Tappero, president of West Sound Workforce, and said Suquamish Tribal Chairman Leonard Formsan.

KEDA board member said “While serving on the KEDA The Economic Development Lifetime Achievement Executive Board with Russell, I was so impressed by his Award has been awarded only six times since 2004. The loyalty to his company, Port Madison Enterprises, and to their employees. He brought that same dedication and award recognizes exceptional service, demonstrated leadloyalty to KEDA. I always counted on him for sage and ership, and direct creation of primary jobs and/or the cresound advice, and will miss his wisdom and his passion ation of community assets needed for primary jobs. for our community.”

KEDA executive director, John Powers, commented on Russell Steele took the helm of Port Madison Enter- his experiences with Steele, “It has been my good fortune prises (PME) in 2001. Since then, he has spearheaded to work with many exceptional community leaders in adthe successful opening of a casino destination resort on vancing economic opportunities. From my perspective, the Kitsap Peninsula that includes 3 restaurants, a main Russell Steele stands out for his keen understanding of the casino gaming installation, spa, an 85-room resort and clear nexus between economic development and commuthe recent additions of a 98-room hotel tower along with nity development and his commitment to both.”

PME Focuses on Future Leaders

Two Suquamish Tribal Members selected for Manager-in-Training Program Executives at Port Madison Enterprises (PME) are plan- about PME as a whole. It’s always been my goal to make ning for the future, creating a new training program de- it to upper management and this is the perfect outlet to get there. Not only will I get to understand every aspect of evsigned to shape the next generation of leaders.

The new Manager-in-Training Program gives two Suqua- ery property, but I’ll get to learn from all the great people mish Tribal Members the opportunity to learn the day-to- that currently work at PME. With all the experience I’ll day operations of PME divisions, with a focus on practical gain, I look forward to helping the future of the Suquamish Tribe,” said Purser. application from desk duties to director responsibilities.

“Originally, we opened the program with the intention of selecting a single applicant. However, the applications we received were so exceptional, we decided to select two people for the program,” said PME Chief Operations Director Irene Carper.

The first two employees selected for the Manager-in-Training Program are Shenowah Purser and Brandon Dryden.

Purser, a Promotions Assistant in the Marketing Department at Clearwater Casino, worked with Korsmo Construction assisting with the Clearwater Casino expansion before taking a position at PME two years ago.

“I am very excited and eager to learn everything I can

Dryden, Supervisor at Clearwater’s Beach Glass Café, began his career with PME as a cashier in the Longhouse Buffet after graduating high school.

“I’m excited to learn as much as possible about PME. As I enjoy playing on the PME golf league, I’m eager to learn every aspect of White Horse Golf Club. After working in the Beach Glass Café watching the Resort operate over the last year, the Resort is the second department I’m looking forward to learning about. All the other departments and properties are very important to me in order to gain an upper management role in the future. I also look forward to the lifelong skills that I’ll gain from this experience,” said Dryden.

Transit & PSE Improvements

Expect summer delays on Miller Bay Road & State Route 305

Congestion relief is ahead for State Route 305 drivers leaving Bainbridge Island. Contractor crews working on a Kitsap Transit project are building a new separated right turn lane for northbound SR 305 drivers turning onto Suquamish Way Northeast. Construction on the project began in March and is expected to be completed this summer. While construction is underway, drivers on SR 305 can expect weeknight one-way alternating traffic controlled by flaggers. In addition, SR 305 will have occasional shoulder and turn-lane closures.

To make room for the new right turn lane, the park and ride lot at the intersection of SR 305/Suquamish Way Northeast has been closed permanently. Due to a shortage of drivers available to operate the run and the limited number of commuters using the Clearwater parking garage for Park & Ride, Kitsap Transit has also ended service at the Clearwater location until construction is completed. Passengers who wish to continue using the garage can catch the morning #91 bus on Suquamish Way beyond the fireworks stand. Commuters can also return to Suquamish Way in the afternoon by riding the #91 bus from the ferry. The Hwy. 305 construction project is expected to be completed in late May. At that time, Kitsap Transit’s #90 bus will return to serving the Clearwater Park & Ride.

After construction is complete, pedestrians and bicyclists will also find a pedestrian/bicyclist island serviced by transit at the location, additional sidewalks and flashing lights that signal drivers when bicyclists are present on the Agate Pass Bridge. There will also be a new employees and delivery entrance for Clearwater Casino Resort.

While work continues on the SR 305 intersection, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is starting a pole replacement project. The utility provider is replacing poles along Miller Bay Road which will result in intermittent one-way alternating traffic along the roadway while work is being completed. The pole replacement project on Miller Bay Road is expected to be completed by July 9, 2016. Additional pole replacements are scheduled to occur along the less-traveled Gunderson Road July 9-September 9, 2016.

Did You Know?

Port Madison Enterprises Construction Company won the bid for the work on State Route 305. The Suquamish-owned company began work in March, and expects to complete the project before the end of the summer.

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Children’s Creativity Takes Center Stage in Featured Art Series

Art by students from the Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center on display at Suquamish Museum

ELC Teacher Larry McGrady his daughter June McGrady. Story and photos by Joanna Sharphead.

While staff were deciding the next artist for the Suquamish Museum’s Featured Artist Series, Larry McGrady, a childcare teacher at the ELC, pitched the idea of showcasing the ELC kids. He spoke passionately of their talent and what having their artwork displayed at the museum could do for their self-esteem. Staff were delighted at the idea! They contacted Jeffrey Veregge, the very first artist featured in a Suquamish Museum series, and he offered to do an art workshop with the kids. The workshop went great!

The main goal in having their artwork showcased is to let every child know how much their community, families, and guests of the museum appreciate their talent and creativity. ELC student art went on display at the museum in April, and will be featured through the end of June.

ELC student Jurnee Fryberg standing next to the Black Hawk Class artwork.

Top 5 Ways to Boost Your Exercise Program For Weight Loss submitted by Stephanie Kunold

First, consistency. Don’t worry about trying to find the latest, greatest new workout or gadget! The most effective workout plan is one that you will maintain for the long-term. It is not necessary to spend a lot of money on exercising. Simply focus on being consistent. Make a commitment to do some form of physical activity every day. Choose activities that you enjoy and do them often.

Second, make friends hold you accountable. Social support is very important when beginning and maintaining an exercise program. If you have friends that exercise, do it together, it can be more enjoyable and more likely that you will continue! Friends will also help to hold you accountable. If you don’t have any friends who want to exercise, maybe coworkers would like to join you for an outdoor activity after work or during lunch.

Third, write out a plan. Deciding to exercise is the first step but getting it done is the hard part. Life happens and there will always be distractions. To be sure that your work out remains top priority, plan your meals and

workouts each week. Once you have a plan in writing, put it in a spot you will see throughout the day. That way you see it every day and reminds you of your commitment. Prepare by having your meals and workout clothes ready to go the night before.

Fourth, vary your workouts. Your exercise program for weight loss should include aerobic activity (to burn calories), strength training (to build muscle and increase metabolic rate) and flexibility training (to increase range of motion in the joints, prevent injury and decrease stress). When you have a workout schedule, plan on different activities during the week. For example, you may want to walk or jog on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays grab the bike and head to a park for some push-ups, lunges, and sit-ups. Stretch and balance in yoga on Sunday.

you participate in an easy fun activity. These gentle workout days give both your body and mind a rest. Not sure what to do?

Try easy lap swimming, a gentle yoga class, or a long walk with a friend.

The most important part of a successful weight loss plan is consistency. Set up your schedule and stick with it. Make a commitment and stay with it and you Finally, use active recovery days. Remember that your will start to feel body needs rest. But a rest day isn’t a day when you lay and see the results on the couch. Instead plan active recovery days when you deserve.

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Farmers Market Starts Second Season at Masi Location

by Rachel Cleveland

market matches the Farmers Market Nutritional Program vouchers. These vouchers provide WIC recipients $20 to spend at markets during the summer and Senior recipients get $40. Thanks to this Appendix X funding, the Suquamish Farmers Market actually doubles those vouchers – “We’ve found Frank to be incredibly welcoming and ultimately adding an additional $20 and $40 to WIC and helpful to the market. We were thrilled to have him join Senior shoppers respectively. us as a board member and we really appreciate his enthu- By the end of the season last year, the market experienced siasm to really help us grow,” says market manager, Ra- a run on redemptions for these vouchers. Over 30 vouchchael Cleveland. In March, Frank Black joined the SFM ers were matched on the last market day alone. “We had board, growing it to eight members, including many indi- many customers tell us how big of a help this match was viduals with experiences as board members, managers, or to them. We really value being a place where people can get the fresh produce they need,” said Cleveland. vendors at other Kitsap farmers markets.

On May 4, the Suquamish Farmers Market will open again. This year, the market will continue to be next to the Masi Shop, where it moved to last year. The market is enthusiastic about that location for many reasons: visibility, traffic, and the director of the Masi Shop, Frank Black.

Last year, the market found its foothold thanks to a unique matching program funded by the Suquamish Tribe. Although many markets offer a matching incentive program for EBT sales like Suquamish, no other Kitsap farmers

The Farmers Market operates every Wednesday from 3-7 PM starting in May and ending October 12. The market is located next to the Masi Shop on State Route 305. For details please email info@suquamishfarmersmarket.org.

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How to Help Children in Their Response to an Emergency submitted by Cherrie May

To help manage these emergencies you can create a family emergency plan. Meet with your family to discuss what you would do as a family in the event of an emergency.

Take steps to prepare your family such as posting emergency phone numbers, gathering supplies and checking smoke detectors. Finally practice your family Children’s fears also may stem from their emergency plan so the children know what imagination, and you should take these to do and what to expect in an actual event. feelings seriously. A child who feels What to do after an emergency afraid is afraid. Your words and actions to reduce a child’s fear and anxiety can provide reassurance. When talking Keep the family together; keep the family with your child, be sure to give an age together as much as possible and make appropriate picture of what has happen and children part of what you are doing to get what will happen that is both honest and the family back on its feet. Children get manageable for their age and development. anxious, and they’ll worry that their parents Be aware that after an emergency event, won’t return. Calmly explain the situation, children are most afraid that: The event and explain what will happen next. Keep will happen again; someone will be injured this age appropriate so they understand. or killed; they will be separated from the Encourage your children to talk. Let the children talk about the emergency and ask family and/or they will be left alone.

Children depend on daily routines: they wake up eat breakfast, go to school, play with friends. When an emergency situation interrupts this routine children may become anxious. In a time of crisis, they will look to you and other adults for help. How you react to an emergency gives them clues on how they should react.

questions as much as they want. Encourage your children to describe what they’re feeling. Listen to what they say, include the whole family in the discussion. Include your children in the recovery efforts. Give children a chore that they are responsible for. This will help children feel they are part of the recovery. Having a task will help them understand that everything will be alright.

You can help your children cope by understanding what causes their anxieties and fears. Reassure them with structure and love. Your children will realize that life will eventually return to normal. You may also wish to consult your doctor, a member of your church or a professional counselor.

If you have any questions or would like help with preparing you and your family for Emergencies please contact Cherrie May at (360) 394-8507 or cmay@suquamish. nsn.us.

Seeking Motivated Fisheries Technicians for the 2016 Field Season The Fisheries Department is seeking motivated seasonal workers to help with clam surveys, enhancement, and other work with fin fish.

The wage is between $14 and $15 per hour and is part time through August 2016 with possibilities for an extension. Students are encouraged to apply however; they will not start until the school season ends in June.

If you are interested please pick up and fill out an application with the Suquamish Tribe Human Resources Department at 18490 Suquamish Way, Suquamish WA, 98392.

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Government

Chairman’s Report

by Leonard Forsman

Cultural resource protection, including sacred sites, burials and archaeological resources, are a priority for the Suquamish Tribe. I continue to spend time helping with our ancestral sites and also work with other tribal governments to protect their heritage. The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation held their spring meeting in Tampa, Florida. There were two primary topics at the Tampa meeting; signing an agreement with the Seminole Tribe that allows them to independently manage cultural resources on their tribally controlled lands in Florida and learning more about how the City of Tampa is preserving historic buildings and neighborhoods and what they need to build on their success. The highlight of the Seminole Tribe/ACHP signing were the remarks of Chairman Billy Cypress, a legendary champion of tribal sovereignty, who talked of the Seminole use of the everglades for their subsistence and survival. A tour of Tampa’s ethnic neighborhoods that were historically built around the old cigar factories built at the turn of the century. Cuban immigrants worked in many of these factories. Their descendants still live here and many were excited by President Obama’s visit to Cuba, which has allowed many to return to visit their former home.

The Tribe’s Burial Committee met to discuss ceremonial issues regarding internment of ancestral remains repatriated to our homeland. We are currently working on the return of an ancestor taken from our territory during the Wilkes Expedition in 1841.

The Washington State Ferry System provided an update on the progress of the Mukilteo Ferry Terminal Design to the Suquamish Cultural Cooperative Committee. The design will acknowledge the cultural history of the site as a traditional village/campsite and the site of the signing of the 1855 Treaty of Point Elliott.

The Suquamish Tribe maintains its leadership role in efforts to protect and restore Puget Sound. We hosted the West Central Local Integrating Organization meeting attended by the Mayors of Poulsbo, Gig Harbor and Bainbridge Island and

Commissioner Charlotte Garrido. I was elected Chair of the WCLIO for another term. We reviewed the new funding plan proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency and discussed challenges we face regionally in improving water quality. A major issue is wastewater treatment and we agreed to have a meeting to brainstorm on how we can improve technology to better manage sewer and stormwater discharges.

The Seattle Aquarium will be making improvements to their waterfront facility in the coming years. They are seeking tribal input into their future exhibits and requesting our participation in exhibit development. We look forward to helping them educate the public about the imporLeonard Forsman and members of the West Central Local Integrating Organization (LIO) tance of the marine environment to our met in Suquamish Tribal Council Chambers in April to discuss improving water quality. culture and economy. light rail and other transportation modes We continue to work on improving health Forterra is a non-profit organization that throughout Snohomish, King and Pierce care for our tribal members. An importraises money to buy lands that preserve Counties. ant part of this is negotiating with the open-space and provide wildlife and fishThe Kitsap Regional Coordinating state and federal government on paying eries habitat. They are seeking tribal repCouncil held its scheduled meeting in for the costs of caring for our members. I resentation in their leadership structure Bremerton at the Norm Dicks Govern- attended an American Indian Health and are seeking ways to address how to ment Center. The primary subject of Commission meeting in Jamestown. We preserve more lands in the face of increasdiscussion and action at the meeting was met with federal and state representatives ing growth in the region. to request that behavioral health payments transportation funding. for tribal members remain status quo as Lummi Nation Chairman Tim Ballew Education is a key to our future. We county and state systems are reformed. invited me and other Tribal Chairs with continue to participate in developing fishing rights at Cherry Point, to the proEconomic development is important education both on a state and national posed site for a major coal export terminal to the county job market and therefore basis. A representative of the Yakama Naknown as the Gateway Pacific Terminal. good for our tribal businesses. The Kittion asked for me to sit on a panel at the The site has immense cultural and spirisap Economic Development Alliance Washington State Indian Education Astual importance to the Lummi people. We works to attract businesses to Kitsap sociation Meeting at Ocean Shores. Our County. KEDA held their annual meeting look forward to continuing our partnerpanel discussed the state and the future at McCormick Woods golf course. Conship with the Lummi Nation in protecting of Indian Education in Washington State, gratulations to Russell Steele, CEO of this ancient fishing site within our usual what actions have been taken and those Port Madison Enterprises, for receiving and accustomed fishing area. that need to be implemented to continue The Suquamish Tribe continues to be a to improve opportunities for Indian stu- a KEDA Champions award for his work in growing PME into the diverse business significant member of the regional govern- dents. A delegation of Suquamish Tribal it has become. The monthly Washington ment family on Puget Sound. The Puget members traveled to Lummi to attend the Indian Gaming Association was hostSound Regional Council held its annual Northwest Indian College fundraising ed by the Colville Confederated Tribes meeting at Husky Stadium. This gave the dinner. The event raised over $220,000 to at their 12 Tribes Casino in Omak. The Kitsap delegation the opportunity take the support the students and the main campus major agenda items were the upcoming new light rail train from downtown Seat- expansion. Dr. David Mitchell, Olympic election for Lieutenant Governor and the tle. We got to UW in ten minutes with a College President, and several of his staff our efforts to stop the expansion of gaming stop at Capitol Hill. The PSRC assembly met with tribal representatives to discuss initiated by a decision by the Washington focused on the importance of transporta- offering OC classes in Suquamish this State Gambling Commission to allow a tion funding and included information on fall. We are getting closer to making this slot machine posing as an amusement the ST3 proposal that will greatly increase a reality. game.

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Pee-Wee Season Wraps Up With Improvement

E Boys Team. Back, from left; Joel Jones and Parker Jones. Middle, Kyree Mcginty and front from left; Billy Jones, Luther Mills.

Suquamish EE Team in black jerseys; #11 Joesph Holmes, #10 Rosalynn Lee, #5 Ben Goodwin and #6 Kirah Lukin.

by Magdalena Turrieta

The Suquamish Sports and Rec Dept. is finishing up their pee-wee season. The kids have been playing on weekdays since January. Each team has been putting in some serious work at practice. Each practice and game you can see the improvement with each player. The EE (5 & 6 years-old) have a few more games to go to end their season, E boys ( 7 & 8 years-old) just finished their season, the D boys (10 & under) and B boys (11 & under) made the playoffs.The Sports and Rec Dept. look forward to each season with these young athletes. These young athletes are a group of great kids wanting to learn the game of basketball and wanting to improve not only themselves but improve as a TEAM. B Boys Team. Black jerseys back row from left; Orlando Chiquiti, Christian Wion and Topher Old Coyote. Front row from left; Dakota Standley and Stoney Chiefstick.

D Boys Team: Back row from left, Ibrahim Trawally and Steven Anderson. Middle row from left, Koebyn Purser and Kane Chiefstick. Far right, Jaxson Korsak.

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Sports & Recreation Provides Spring Break Fun For Suquamish Youth The canoe building project was a spring break success with the end result we now have a new double!

Photo left, back row from left; Dean Washington, Hakwa Chiquiti, James Wion, Nic Armstrong, Jayden Sigo, Ryan Sigo and Tyleeander Purser, Front row from left; Barb Santos, Joe Mamac, Awasis Williams, Sammy Casteneda-Ortiz and Matthew Wion.

Back row, from left; Raven Roberts, Koebyn Purser and Kendra Hawkins. Front row from left; Hailey Crow, Nika Chiquiti, Isabelle Chiquiti, Olivia Chiquiti, Aliana Chiquiti and Josaphine Sparks.

Friday, April 1st several youth went on a trip of fun in the sun to Port Townsend and Fort Warden to play in the bunkers and on the beach to kick off spring break.

Spring Break Fun at Skateland in Bremerton!

Back row from left; Joseph Holmes, Isabelle Chiquiti, Makenzie Crow, Kane Chiefstick, Koebun Purser, Ibrahim Trawally, Bobby Ray Pondelick, Tyler Marquez, Talynn Marquez, Hailee Hess, Olivia Chiquiti and Mikayla Madayag. Front row from left; Austin Wion, Nika Chiquiti, Christian Wion, Cassidy Hill, Jenavieve Old Coyote Bagley, Alana Chiefstick, Cisse Trawally, Quelish Bayes, Josaphine Sparks, Simmone Saver, and Brianna Saver.

From left; Simmone Sarver, Talon Capoeman-Williams, Cody Mckelvy, Aaron Lawrence cleaned out the water main by the playground.

On April 4th the youth assisted Youth Council with the reservation clean up all the around Tribal lands and playgrounds. The kids worked together to insure our parks and playground areas are safe and clean for our community.

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Race Canoe Practices & Competitions Please note! Practices and Race times are subject to change.

Contact us if you have any questions.

Youth Center: 360-394-8576

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Elders Lunchroom MON

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2 Birthday Celebration 3 Chicken Fajitas (chicken, peppers & onions, tortilla) Brussels Sprouts Tossed Salad Birthday Cake & Ice Cream

Corn Soup w/ Ground Beef Cucumber Tomato Salad Wheat Roll Yogurt & Fruit Parfait

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Closed Native American Indian Day

Beef Vegetable Stir Fry Brown Rice Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit

Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce Tossed Salad Green Beans Fresh Fruit

Closed Memorial Day

Split Pea & Ham Soup Tuna Fish Sandwich Light & Tangy Cole Slaw Fresh Fruit

Calico Bean Soup w/ Spinach Egg Salad Sandwich Broccoli Salad Applesauce

Chicken a La King Brown Rice Steamed Baby Carrots Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit

Goulash (ground beef, green beans, tomatoes) Brown Rice Broccoli Salad Fresh Fruit

Sliced Turkey & Gravy Mashed Potato California Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Applesauce Muffin Fresh Fruit

Chicken Apple Crunch Salad Tossed Salad Irish Soda Bread SF Pudding

BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad Brussels Sprouts Cucumber-Tomato Salad Fresh Fruit

Baked Fish Scalloped Potatoes Steamed Spinach Carrot-Apple Salad Wheat Roll Frozen Fudge Bar

Baked Chicken Brown Rice Japanese Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Peach Crisp

Breakfast for Lunch Whole Grain Pancakes w/ Berry Sauce Scrambled Eggs w/ Peppers & Onions (served w/ salsa) Fresh Fruit

Indian Tacos (fry bread, meat, beans, cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa, FF sour cream) Broccoli Slaw Fresh Fruit

Ham Hocks w/ Red Beans Brown & White Rice Green Beans Tossed Salad Pachado Bread Cottage Cheese & Pears

Baked Ham Sweet Potatoes Germany Veggie Blend Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit

Salmon Roasted Red Potatoes Capri Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Pachado Bread Italian Ice

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Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy California Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Sliced Multigrain Bread Spiced Fruit Cup

Beverages Served Daily 1% Milk, Lactose Free Milk, Coffee and Tea. Occassional substitutions may be necessary.

Geoduck Chowder Tossed Salad w/ Sunflower Seeds & cranberries Irish Soda Bread Cottage Cheese w/ Fruit Cocktail

Elders Council Meetings

First Thursday of Every Month in the Elder’s Lunch Room.

For more information contact Barbara Lawence-Piecuch blawrence@suquamish.nsn.us or (360) 394-7123.

Suquamish News

12 | May 2016

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Business

Spotlight on PME Construction Corporation: CEO Scott George Education, mentorship and training key to success for emerging construction leader

by Lisa Rodriguez

The construction industry is a career that Scott would describe as a career that found him. In high school Scott took his first woodshop class, which led him to framing residential houses in college. But Scott got his first real construction job as a general laborer for the Schuchart Corporation during college. It didn’t take long after graduating from the University of Washington, for Scott to realize the construction industry is where he wanted to be. He spent five years as a carpenter’s apprentice, warehouse manager and assistant project manager. Scott’s skills then brought his career to BNBuilders as a Senior Project Engineer. After a year with BNBuilders, Scott was approached by PME’s CEO to become the Port Madison Enterprises Construction Company (PMECC) Manager in Training.

Shortly afterward, Scott was approached by the PME Board to become PMECC’s CEO. It’s been eight months since Scott’s promotion and he couldn’t be more eager to build PMECC into a regionally recognized firm.

way it has without Schuchart Corporation President, George Schuchart. He gave me the opportunities to learn about project management and challenged me with managing warehouse operations. Because of George, I’ve learned what it takes to be an exceptional businessman and leader,” said Scott. “As most people I had to work while earning my four year degree, I couldn’t have gotten through it without my wife. With going to school during the day, working at night and study groups outside of class, my wife kept everything running smoothly,” said Scott.

Scott’s most recent accomplishment is being accepted into the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Engineering Leaders Program-170 people applied and Scott was one of 20 that were accepted. Scott’s goal is to gain the skills necessary to grow PMECC. The course focuses on Leadership, Financing, Marketing/Sales and Resources. The course began the second week in April and will continue for several months.

The future of the Suquamish Tribe is “My career couldn’t have taken off the Scott’s mission. To provide resources to

PME Employment Opportunities 1 1 2 6 2 3 1 2 3

CSO*** Count Room Lead (FT) Main Bank Cashier (FT) CSO Shift Manager/ Supervisor (FT) Supervisor/Cashier $ (FT) Relief Shift Manager/ Supervisor (FT) Cashier (FT) $ Supervisor/ Cashier (FT) Technician (FT) Sr. Technician (FT)

DOE DOE DOE DOE DOE $11.25 DOE DOE DOE

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Environmental Serices Worker (FT)

$12.00

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the Tribal Government and gain revenue that can go back to the tribe. Winning the bid for the HWY 305 intersection improvement project was a great starting point in Scott’s eyes.

With new projects comes new skills that employees need to be trained on. “I would like a training program to give people with little experience the opportunity to build their skills and become an asset to PMECC CEO Scott George, right, with his wife and two children. the Suquamish Tribe. This will not only Hawk to develop a program that can give help PMECC, but could also give tribal anyone a chance. With Scott’s drive, the fumembers a chance to take any career di- ture of PMECC looks bright. rection in the construction industry,” said Suquamish Tribal Member Scott George Scott. As training is one of the most im- has the passion and drive for what he beportant aspects Scott has learned in his lieves PMECC can become. Outside of his career, he’s currently partnering with Matt work, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, golfing and photography.

103 TOTAL ***Requires Class IIIA (Tribal & State) $- Tipped Position

Food and Beverage Bartender (FT/PT/ On-Call) $ Banquet Houseperson (PT) Banquet Server(FT/PT/ On-call) $ Lounge Host (PT) Buffet Server (PT) $ Café Server (FT/PT) $ Buffet Cashier (PT) $ Cook (FT) Prep Cook (FT) Busser (PT) $ Café Host(ess)/Cashier (FT/PT) $ Deli Short Order Cook

$10.00 $12.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 DOE DOE $10.00 $10.00 DOE

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Human Resources HR Assistant (FT)

DOE

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Security*** Manager 1 (FT) Security Officer 1 (FT)

DOE DOE

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Table Games*** Dealer (PT) $

DOE

1 4 1

Kiana Lodge DMO (PT) Server (FT) $ Bartender (PT) $

$10.00 $10.00 $10.00

PME APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • • •

Port Madison Enterprises applications and Letters of intent must be completed and on file with Human Resource Dept.

All Casino positions require a State and/or Tribal Gaming license; PME pays initial licensing fees for Class II positions.

We accept online applications at www.clearwatercasino.com. If you have questions please contact our Recruiter/Tribal Liaison at (360) 598-8717 or the Job line (360) 598-1360. Port Madison Enterprises is an agency of the Suquamish Tribe and expressly supports Tribal Preference.

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Clearwater Casino

PME Employment cont.

1 2 2 1 1 2 1 1

Whitehorse Banquet Server (PT) $ Server (PT) $ Equipment Operator (PT/OnCall) Course Attendant (PT) Beverage Cart Attendant (PT) $ Dish Machine Operator (PT) Garden Helper (PT) Prep Cook (PT)

$10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00

4 1 1

Retail Longhouse Texaco Clerk (FT/PT) Masi Shop Clerk (FT) SV Shell Clerk (FT)

$10.00 $10.00 $10.00

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Resort Laundry Attendant (FT) Concierge (FT) Room Attendant (FT/On-Call) Guest Service Agent (FT)

$10.00 DOE $10.00 $12.00

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Community Notices

Protect Your Pets In An Emergency

If you don’t evacuate keep your pets with you in a safe area of your home. Keep dogs on leashes and cats in carriers, and make sure they are wearing identification. In case you’re not home during a disaster, arrange well in advance for a trusted neighbor to Submitted by Cherrie May Consider your pets when planning for emergencies. Know where to take your pets in take your pets. Be sure the person is comfortable with your pets, knows where to find them and your pet emergency supplies, and has a key to your home. an emergency and remember their needs when creating your family preparedness kit.

Before the disaster find a safe place for your pets to stay. Emergency pet shelters, After the disaster don’t allow your pets to roam loose. Pets can get lost if familiar animal control shelters, veterinary clinics and friends and relatives out of harm’s way are landmarks and smells are gone. For a few days, keep dogs on leashes and cats in all possible choices. Some hotels and motels may allow you to bring pets; others may carriers inside the house. If your house is damaged, they could escape and become suspend their “no pet” rules during an emergency. Check ahead to make sure you can lost. Be patient with your pets. Re-establish their routines as soon as possible. Be bring your pet. Make sure your pets wear current ID tags all the time, and that carriers ready for behavioral problems. If problems continue, or if your pet is having health for each pet are labeled with contact information. Make sure your pets are current on problems, talk to your veterinarian. Emergency supply list for pets have everything ready to go. Store supplies in sturdy easy-to-carry containers. Include: medications their vaccinations. Pet shelters may require proof of vaccines. and medical records stored in a waterproof container, and a first-aid kit. Sturdy leashes During a disaster keep pets in the house as emergency situations develop so you can and harnesses. A secure carrier large enough for your pet to stand comfortably, turn locate them. Don’t wait until the last minute to get ready. Warnings may be issued hours around and lie down. Add blankets or towels for bedding. Photos to help identify or days in advance. Pet shelters will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis. Call ahead lost pets and prove ownership. Food and water for at least seven days for each pet. to check availability. Bring the items in your pet’s emergency supply kit. If you evacuate, Bowls, cat litter and litter box, and a manual can opener. Information on feeding take your pets. If it’s not safe for you to stay in the disaster area, it’s not safe for your schedules, medical conditions, behavior problems, and the name and number of your pets. Don’t leave animals inside your home, chained outside or roaming loose. They veterinarian. Pet beds and toys, if you can easily take them. Newspapers, paper towels, can easily be injured, lost or killed. If you leave, take your pet even if you think you’ll plastic trash bags, grooming items and household bleach. If you have any questions or be able to come home in just a few hours. Leave early — if you wait for an evacuation need assistance with emergency preparedness please contact Cherrie May at 360-394order, you may be told to leave your pets behind.

8507 or cmay@suquamish.nsn.us.

Obituaries

June Valentine George, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at Martha and Mary Health Care Services in Poulsbo, Washington. She was born on February 14, 1934 and was 82 years of age.

June retired from Bremerton School District as a payroll accountant for 30 years.

Following retirement, she worked for the Suquamish Shell Station for 12 years until her health forced her to retire. She was a selfless provider that raised three generations.

She loved harvesting native foods, fishing for smelt, gathering berries and clam digging. She loved spending time playing bingo and many hours at her favorite slot machine.

June loved to support her grandchildren at the baseball park. Her warming smile will be greatly missed by many. We love you Grandma June.

She is survived by her children; Georgia, Bradley and Raymond George of Suqua- June Valentine George mish, WA. She also leaves behind her grand- February 14, 1934 - March 10, 2016 children: Skylene George, Serene Williams, Marlin George, Jr., Shellene George, Duran George all of Suquamish, WA, also her sister Eleanor Corliss of Olympia, WA. There are 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends between Port Gamble S’Klallam and Suquamish Tribes. June was preceded in death by her mother Edna Anderson, grandparents Joe and Josephine Anderson, children Robert W. and Marlin L George, granddaughter Shawneen George and father Floyd Bower.

Family and friends attended the Funeral Service on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 10am at The House of Awakened Culture in Suquamish, Washington with interment afterwards at the Suquamish Cemetery.

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David Greer Joshua George Toshina Baldwin

Charles Deam Sr Golden Hawk Jr

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Harold Pratt Nancy Johnston

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Cathlene Norris Edward Cordero Elias Neugebauer William Hoffman

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Daniel George James Armstrong Nata-chee Pratt Orion Keller Rigel Keller

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Chelsey Jackson Daniel Smith Jannifer Willis

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Bernard Adams Christine West LeAnne Nilluka

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Amanda Carper Caleb Steward John Webster Ronald George Jr William Lund

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