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Suquamish News Volume 15

November 2015

Adventuress Visits Suquamish In this issue...

Exhibit Opening pg. 3

Tall ship youth program teaches sustainability on and off shore

Honoring Veterans pg. 6

Basketball Tournament pg. 8

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Community Calendar

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Events

Thanksgiving Holiday. All Tribal Government offices will be closed. In addition, GED Classes there is no school at Chief Kitsap AcadeNov 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 & 23 3pm my or the Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Individualized instruction to prepare stu- Learning Center. dents for the GED is offered Mondays & Wednesdays 3pm – 5pm through Kitsap Suquamish Museum Adult Center for Education. New students Artists Fair & Tree Lighting may sign up 3pm – 4pm on Mondays & Dec 5 Wednesdays. Classes are held at the Suqua- Visit 10:30am-5:30pm to view and purmish Tribal Education Center, 15838 San- chase fine art, carvings, beaded works, dy Hook Road, Poulsbo, WA 98370. To cedar/wool weavings and more for sale register, or for further information, please by local Tribal Artists in the Auditorium and Lobby. Stay to light the holiday seacall Ann Rudnicki at 360-373-1539. son when we flip the switch on the lobby Lushootseed Family Classes Christmas Tree at 6pm. We will be serving Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24 5pm hot drinks and sweets beginning at 5pm.

Share a meal with community members Visit suquamishmuseum.org for details. while learning words and phrases in Lushootseed. Contact Lushootseed Language Coordinator Lena Maloney with questions Suquamish Warriors or comments at (360) 394-8644 or email Nov 3 5:30pm lmaloney@suquamish.nsn.us.

The regular meeting for Suquamish Warriors usually occurs the first Tuesday of evSuquamish Holiday Bazaar ery month. All veterans and their guests are Nov 14-15 10am-4pm Suquamish Community members are en- welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Vetercouraged to attend the Suquamish Holiday ans Center, 6353 Middle Street, Suquamish Bazaar with inique gifts by local artists. WA, 98392. For more information contact Free and open to the public at the House Chuck Wagner (360) 633-6236 or the Vetof Awakened Culture, 7235 NE Parkway, erans Center Office at (360) 626-1080. The Suquamish, WA 98392. Contact Tina Jack- Veterans Center is also open every Monday son for more information at (360) 394- 9am-3pm for Veteran visiting and Thurs8455 or tjackson@suquamish.nsn.us. days for service officer work 9am-3pm.

Meetings

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information contact Elders Council Chair Tribal Council Meeting Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch at blawrence@ Nov 9 & 23 8:30am Suquamish Tribal Council meetings genersuquamish.nsn.us. ally occur every other Monday throughout Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting the year. Meetings are in the Suquamish Nov 11 & 25 10am Tribal Council Chambers at 18490 SuquaThe Suquamish Seafood Board of Directors mish Way NE, Suquamish WA, 98392 and generally meet every other Wednesday of are open to Suquamish tribal members and the month, when Tribal Council is not in ses- employees of the Suquamish Tribe. Special sion, at the Suquamish Seafoods Building reports and guest speaker presentations are on Sandy Hook Road. Meetings are open to open to tribal members only and key staff.

Suquamish tribal members. For more infor- For more information about meetings, inmation contact Suquamish Seafood Admin- cluding agendas and specific presentation istrative Assistant Jessica Ledesma (360) times, contact Windy Anderson at wander394-8512 or jledesma@suquamish.nsn.us. son@suquamish.nsn.us.

PME Board of Directors Meeting Nov 25 10:30am Chico Room Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors meetings usually occur every other week throughout the year. The meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members and invited guests. For more information on PME Board of Directors meetings and locations, please contact Jordan Sheets at jordansheets@clearwatercasino.com.

Museum Board Meeting Nov 19 10:30am at Hawks Nest (Resort) 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 Nov 13 & 20 The Suquamish Tribe Higher Education Board meetings are not open to the public.

Suquamish Tribal Members can request to Suquamish Tribal be added to the agenda by contacting Higher Gaming Commission Meetings Education Manager Brenda Guerrero (360) Nov 12 & 26 10am The Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commis- 394-8460 or by e-mail at bguerrero@suquasion holds regular meetings every other mish.nsn.us Thursday throughout the year. Meetings generally begin at 9am, at the Suquamish Cover Photo: From left, Katelyn Pratt, Mateo Holiday Closures Saipai, Josh George, Madi Woods, Damien Suquamish Elders Council Meeting Tribal Gaming Offices on Augusta Avenue Nov 11, 26 & 27 Lawrence, Jayden Sigo, Tallon Capomen and Nov 5 Noon Wednesday, November 11, 2015 is the The Suquamish Tribal Elders Council in Suquamish, WA. Meetings are open to Sammy Castaneda listen to the Crew of the Federal Veterans Day Holiday. Thursday meets the first Thursday of every month in Suquamish tribal members. For more in- Adventuress give instructions on how to naviand Friday, November 26-27, 2015 is the the Elders Dining Room at noon. For more formation on upcoming meetings, contact gate and care for the ship.

Samantha Johnson at (360) 394-8652.

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News & Events

Tribal Members Sought For Executive Boards

The Suquamish Tribal Council is seeking applications from Tribal Members for positions on several executive boards that are up for appointment in 2016.

“Adventuress” from the cover...

Youth from Suquamish traveled on the tall ship The Adventuress for a 2-night, 3-day sailing trip around the Puget Sound September 25-27. A total of 13 youth participated in all the duties that a sailor on the high seas would do. From swabbing the deck to raising the mainsail and setting anchor, everyone had a helping hand in the journey. Every moment of the day there were things to be done on the ship.

Upon arrival, the crew broke the youth up into two groups. One group was active below deck in the kitchen and cleaning up the main cabin areas while the other group was up on deck setting sails and raising the anchor.

From downtown Suquamish the youth set sail and started their first night aboard the Adventuress with her crew. They sailed around the sound looking out on the Clearwater. Of the many sights to see, they were fortunate to view humpback whales and other marine life in the Puget Sound before sailing into Blakeley Harbor on Bainbridge Island. This is where the anchor was set for the night. Lunch and dinner were all prepared with the help of the youth. They took

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pride in cooking and serving food to all the Sound for the second day. They sailed around all afternoon taking in the sights. that were aboard the ship.

That evening, everyone sat around and The sighting of the humpback whale and welcomed Kate Ahvakana aboard to share her baby that day was amazing. The Advensongs and Sla-hal games. The crew shared turess crew mentioned that they had never shanty songs that everyone sang as well. seen a humpback like the youth did every After sharing, the group said good night to day.

Kate and thanked her for songs and games with lights out at 10p.m. The kids were all so excited that they could barely sleep.

Every hour there were people assigned to anchor watch. They got up and checked to make sure we were still at anchor, and checked out and identified markers. Navigating by the stars or the flashing markers along the shore and in the water was calm and peaceful. Listening to the sounds of the waves, marine life and glow of lights from city life was amazing.

While everyone slept, the crew got up and prepared breakfast for an early morning rising at 7am. Everyone got up and folded up the beds and put them up as many spaces aboard the ship serve a dual purpose for storage. Then, the groups switched roles for the day. The youth got the sails and anchor up in steady time and were off around

The group anchored out by Jeff Head and watched for the whale as her and the baby came up for air. On their second night aboard The Adventuress, they got the sails all pulled in and tied down, and cleaned the decks above and below. They also helped prepare lunch and dinner, played more Slahal and sang shanty songs and tribal songs.

A tired crew, everyone got ready for bed and were out before a lullaby could be sung.

Youth learned many things while aboard The Adventuress. Ocean acidification, knot tying, raising sails, working together, cleaning, cooking, serving, sharing, singing, and games these were just a few things they did each day.

Sunday was an early rise again for everyone at 7am for breakfast and tea. The youth see “Adventuress” page 9...

Position 2 on the Tribal Gaming Commission, currently held by Roger Contraro; Position 4 on the Seafood Enterprise Board currently held

by Roger Contraro; Position 5 on the Housing Board currently held by Mable Anderson; Positions 1 and 2 on the Higher Education Board currently held by Kate Ahvakana and Charles Deam Jr.; Positions 3 and 4 on the Museum Board currently held

by Francy Jackson and Pat Baillargeon; Positions 1 and 2 on the Enrollment Committee currently held

by Windy Anderson and Lois Sullivan; and Positions 1 and 2 on the Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors currently held by Angel Hill and Greg George. PME Board Members spend approximately 30 hours a month attending and preparing for Board activities including Board meetings. Board meetings typically take place on the Suquamish reservation during regular business hours. Attendance to regional and national conferences and/or trainings may also be necessary. Terms are three years for all appointments.

Board members are paid stipends as allowed by charter/ordinance.

Submit letters of interest to Windy Anderson by mail at PO Box 498, Suquamish WA 98392, fax at 360394-3686 or hand delivery to the Administration Front Desk at Suquamish Village. Letters of interest must be received by December 10, 2015.

Tribal Members who signed up at the 2015 General Council meeting for these boards will automatically be submitted to Tribal Council for consideration.

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Education

Lushootseed Program Hosts December Language Bowl New Native Education Please come join us for classes and dinner each Tuesday at 5:00 PM until 7:30 PM. You can join any week you are available to start, all classes reviews basics each week. For the Month of November each class will focus on Specialist at NKSD teaching the following for each class age group:

• Learning to Introduce Yourself in Lushootseed • Learn the Song ti txʷəlšucid • Build on Kitchen Vocabulary and Use • Learn to Recognize Symbols and Corresponding Sounds In December we will have a Lushootseed Knowledge Bowl for all age categories. Come learn your language and have some fun while you learn. We have different classes for all age groups: preschoolers through adults. Hope you can join us. Questions please call Lena Maloney, Lushootseed Language Coordinator at (360) 394-8644 , Cell (360) 689-7200 or email lmaloney@suquamish.nsn.us.

Hello Tribal Families, Hello! I am Toni Jones, daughter of Ronald and Patricia Miguel. I am married to my husband John Jones , a Suquamish tribal member and we have 4 beautiful children. I was recently hired by the North Kitsap School district as the Native American Education Program para educator. My office is located at Kingston High School in the yellow pod, right across from the lunch room. I am available Monday -Friday during school hours. I am excited to be a part of the Native American education program and to help students succeed. I am here for our students and families. If you have any concerns or questions please feel free to send me an email at tajones@ nkschools.org You may also stop by to see me at any time!

Toni Jones Para-Educator NKSD Native American Education Program

Traditional Heritage Specialist News

by Marilyn Jones

October has been very busy; I attended and spoke at the semi-annual Elders’ Meeting at the Suquamish Clearwater Resort in the Whale Room. There were approximately 60 Elders in attendance. I spoke about the importance of documenting our hunting, fishing, clamming and gathering areas. We are going to lose these areas if we can’t provide proof that we were historically there, and we need everyone’s help to accomplish the task. Please come in and place your information on the maps or on google earth as soon as possible to save our sites for future generations.

My classes are flying by and I am working to get good grades. I am writing papers and trying hard to be ahead of assignments. I attended the Western Museum Associations Annual Meeting in San Jose, CA. It was great to see all my friends and attend the various sessions. Learning the newest information about museums and NAGPRA is always very inspirational for me. Also understanding the different points of view from all the many museums in attendance is exceptional. There are more than 600 attendees at the conference. I hope the Suquamish Tribe will be able to host the WMA at Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort in the future. I would be a very good cultural experience for the folks from WMA. Have a Happy Thanks giving, I know I will as it is on my Birthday this year!

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Health & Wellness

Wellness Employee Spotlight: Jeramie Smith

by Lisa Rey Thomas

Jeramie Smith is the new Data Management/Intake Specialist for the Suquamish Tribe Wellness Center. Jeramie has experience in the medical field and graduated with a Dental Assisting Degree in 2009. Jeramie is one quarter away from graduating with a General Direct Transfer A.A. Degree. After graduating he will continue on for a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), focusing on global differences and cultural diversity issues in communications, management, marketing and international business law. One day his hopes are to graduate with a Masters of International Management (MIM).

Jeramie is a member of the Suquamish Tribe and recently returned to the Suquamish area after living in Auburn for the past eight years. He is excited to be back, working for and within his own community.

“I have been warmly welcomed by the Wellness Center, the Tribe, and Data Managemen Specialist Jeramie Smith. the community as the new data/intake specialist and am looking forward to serving the community and assisting in any way possible.”

I would like to thank everyone for the encouragement and warm welcome! You can find or contact Jeramie at the Wellness Center, 360-394-8563 or online at jsmith@suquamish.nsn.us.

Elders Emergency Preparedness

Human Services provides information, assistance, and advocacy for tribal elders and disabled and their family caregivers. Elders and disabled members are especially vulnerable during natural or man-made emergencies. To ensure you are prepared: 1. Keep at all times at a least 3-day supply of all your or your elder’s medications in their original containers along with a current list of all medications their dose, frequency, and name of prescribing doctor.

2. Maintain a 3-day supply of all medical supplies including breathing equipment. If medical equipment is used that requires electricity, have back up power available such as batteries or generators.

3. Keep a copy of insurance cards and Power of Attorney.

4. Make and keep a list Friends and family who can help and their phone numbers Call Human Services if you need assistance with your or a loved one’s emergency plan.

Kathy Kinsey, RN, MPH, MPA, PhD Social Work Supervisor (360) 394-8535 kkinsey@suquamish.nsn.us

Barbara Hoffman, DNP, RN, CDE

Community Health Nurse & Program Supervisor (360) 394-8468 bhoffman@suquamish.nsn.us

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Government

Honoring Our Warriors, Past and Present Suquamish Veterans are earning recognition on both the local and state level.

In June, Suquamish Tribal Elder and Army Veteran Marjorie Napoleon was honored as the Female Veteran of the Year by the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs. Napoleon is the first Native American woman to receive the honor. She was given the award during the 4th Annual Women Veterans Summit held in Kennewick, WA. The next Women Veteran’s Summit will be held in Suquamish in September, 2016.

Recent Marine Corps Veteran and community member Alan Deam will also be recognized for his service during the Suquamish Veterans Day Honoring this year. The annual event, coordinated by the Suquamish Human Service Department’s Veterans Affairs program and the Suquamish Warriors, gives community Veterans and their families the opportunity to come together and be honored for their service. During the event, Veterans are also updated on current Veterans issues and given information about access to services in their areas.

Suquamish Tribal Elder and Army Veteran Marjorie Napoleon receiving the Woman Veteran of the Year Award from Washington Department of Veterans Affairs.

For more information on the Suquamish Tribe Veteran Affairs Program, contact Pro- Suquamish Community Member and Retired Marine Corps Veteran Alan Deam will be recognized at the gram Manager Lavada Anderson at (360) 394-8515 or landerson@suquamish.nsn.us Suquamish Veterans Day Honoring this month.

New Suquamish Police Officer Spotlight: Jeremy Creed

My name is Jeremy Creed. I am 32 years old and was born in Couer D’ Alene, Idaho. After graduating high school, I joined the U.S. Navy, as a Master-AtArms (Military police for the Navy) in September 2000. I served at Naval Support Activity Bahrain through the 9/11 attacks in 2001 and then served at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily for the remainder of my tour. While on active duty, I served as a military police officer, 911 dispatcher and additionally worked in harbor patrol. I served 4 years on active duty and have been serving in the U.S. Navy reserve since 2004. As a Navy reservist, I have gained additional experience as a Non-lethal weapons instructor, Firearms instructor and Journeyman trainer. I am still currently a member of the U.S. Navy reserve.

I continued my law enforcement experience into the civilian world when I was hired by the Department of the Navy Police at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in 2008. During this time, I worked as a police officer, Field Training Officer and Harbor Patrol Specialist. I worked there until August of 2015, when I was select- Police Officer Jeremy Creed and his wife. ed for employment by the Suquamish Police Department. I have a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Social and Criminal Justice from Ashford University. My hobbies include hiking, fishing, camping, and spending time with my wife Amy. We are expecting a child in early 2016.

While employed by the Suquamish tribe, I plan to contribute to the community by utilizing a restorative justice and Community-Oriented Policing approach to law enforcement.

My goals at the Suquamish Police Department are to help those in need, serve and protect the public, work with supervisors, Suquamish Tribal Council, as well as victims and offenders, to induce positive changes in the community and to take a genuine interest to help those I encounter and interact with on a daily basis. I look forward to meeting and interacting with the men, women and children of the Suquamish Tribe and helping to make a difference every day.

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Government

Chairman’s Report

by Leonard Forsman

Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council Meeting KRCC held their monthly meeting. The 2016 work plan and budget were the primary agenda items. The budget will be adjusted to account for the departure of the City of Bremerton from the KRCC. PME Retreat Tribal Council met with the Port Madison Enterprise Board at their retreat. Board staff and members provided updates on the construction phases, profit and loss, human resources and our outstanding debt.

Kitsap County Public Health District Council members Sammy Mabe and Wayne George joined me in meeting with Dr. Susan Turner, Health Officer, Kitsap County Health District to learn more about her and her vision for the County. We especially wanted to talk about substance abuse, tribal representation in the formation of health policy and our concerns regarding substance abuse.

USS Washington Commemoration The Navy is building a nuclear powered fast attack submarine named after the State of Washington. Members of the Navy League approached the Tribe to help them represent the State in honoring the new submarine.

ATNI Planning Meeting The Suquamish Tribe is hosting the Winter Conference of the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort February 1-4, 2016. We look forward to hosting ATNI here for the first time on our reservation.

Museum Board Meeting The Suquamish Museum Board met to discuss the current budget, next year’s budget proposal, the upcoming Salish Wool Weavers conference being held in Suquamish in February, and opportunities to acquire collections of Suquamish artifacts.

Enrollment Committee Meeting The enrollment committee met to discuss their review of the enrollment ordinance.

From left, Suquamish Fitness Center Manager Stephanie Kunold, Sports and Recreation Director Barb Santos, Hailey Crow, Sue Henry, Chairman Leonard Forsman and Tribal Council Member Sammy Mabe at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Fitness and Youth Centers on October 19, 2015.

The plan is to make changes to the or- and federal interest in regulating fantasy dinance and bring out a draft for public sports betting, issues facing the state legislature in the upcoming session and the comment. successful completion of the AUTO case Suquamish Education Meeting in favor of the Tribes and their collection Superintendent Joe Davalos and Principal of gas taxes on the reservation.

Fabian Castella met with Tribal Council to get updates on the school year plans, Cultural Cooperative Meeting especially in regard to athletics, outreach The Cultural Cooperative Committee met to Suquamish Elementary and other pub- to hear reports from the Wellness Departlic schools in the area where are students ment, the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and Communications Office. We attend, and budget issues. have started planning for the hosting of City of Seattle Indigenous Day Meeting the canoes this summer during the Paddle Mayor Ed Murray invited Tribal Leaders to Nisqually. We are expecting 8-10 thouto meet with him on Indigenous Peoples sand guests.

Day. During the meeting Tribal governments and urban Indian organizations ex- Centennial Accord pressed the need to protect Treaty rights The annual Centennial Accord was held and critical habitat, invest in education at the Little Creek Casino Event Center at Squaxin Island. Governor Jay Inslee and and provide affordable housing. his key staff attended the meeting to hear WIGA-Squaxin Island the successes and challenges facing the The Washington Indian Gaming Associ- Tribes in respect to natural resource proation met at the Little Creek Casino Re- tection, education, health care and ecosort. Staff updated members about state

nomic development.

Council Retreat The Tribal Council held a one-day retreat at the Clearwater Casino Resort. We discussed policies and procedures for programs that provide assistance to tribal members, the Seafood Enterprise’s proposal to cultivate oysters, and provided guidance to the enrollment committee and the enrollment office regarding their policies and procedures.

Culverts Appeal The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals held their hearing on the State of Washington’s appeal of the District ruling in favor the Tribes that ruled that the State should repair fish blocking culverts on salmon streams. The attorney for the Tribes, John Sledd, did a great job arguing for our cause. The panel of three judges had a variety of questions. Visit the 9th Circuit website for a video of the proceedings that were held in their Seattle courtroom.

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Sports & Recreation

Suquamish Hosts 1st Basketball Tournament at New Fitness Center

by Craig Miller

The second weekend in October, seventeen teams gathered to participate in the first Suquamish Invitational Basketball tournament held at the new Fitness Center gymnasium. Three divisions of teams competed in the event including Men’s, Women’s, and High School Boys divisions.

Tournament play began Friday night with Skokomish beating Suquamish on the main court in a close matchup that came down to the last minute. The game’s feverish pace set what would become the tone for the rest of the weekend competition. On Saturday and Sunday, the gymnasium floor was converted into two courts until the Championship games which were played on the main court.

The Men’s Division had seven teams competing with players from Omak, Skokomish, Tulalip, Idaho and Muckleshoot. Two Suquamish teams rounded out the bracket. Omak finished undefeated and took home the championship, beating Skokomish in the final game.

Skokomish took second place followed by George Hill’s Suquamish team, which finished in third place.

The Women’s Division had five teams competing with players traveling from northern Arizona, Tulalip and Skokomish to play along with two Suquamish teams.

The team from Arizona was undefeated throughout the A bird’s eye view of the basketball tournament from the weight room at the new Suquamish Fitness Center. tournament, beating Tulalip in the final championship game. Tulalip finished in second place and Suquamish ladies took third place.

In the Boys High School Division there were also five teams competing. The teams came as far as from Phoenix Arizona, Skokomish, Muckleshoot, Puyallup, Tulalip and Suquamish. Team Arizona went undefeated throughout the tournament, beating Skokomish who finished in second place. Suquamish placed third after having to play three straight games Arizona Team took 1st Place in the Women’s Division. coming through the loser out bracket on Sunday.

All first place winner’s received leather sleeved letterman championship jackets with second place won sweat jackets, third place took home hoodies and forth place received crew neck sweatshirts for their awards. All participates were giving dry fit tee shirts for participating in the tournament.

Games were heated at basketball tournament.

Many thanks to the Sports and Recreation Department staff and the volunteers who helped during the tournament, and The Suquamish Tribe for their support.

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Men’s Softball League Wraps Up

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got sails ready quickly again and saw the momma and baby humpback as they were sailing around the Sound. They sailed into Suquamish just as the Suquamish canoe came out to greet them. The crew got to paddle around with youth in the canoe and back to ship. The Adventuress docked downtown and families to meet and greet the group ashore. Food was prepared for everyone to share along with songs and dancing. Together, the group met the Super moon eclipse, which was occurring on the same evening. The whole community

was downtown and everyone enjoyed a great meal. One crew member was aboard the ship at all times. So they would come and change out crew to stay aboard the ship and make sure it was safe.

Kids enjoyed themselves and have memories that will last them a lifetime from the trip. I enjoyed this time with all our youth that took part and look forward to many more years of youth taking part in this great opportunity. Thanks to the Suquamish Tribe & Sports and Recreation Department who made the trip possible.

CHAMPIONS TEAM CROWN ROYAL Back row from left, Tanner Cheyney, Chris Miller, Tyler George, Gene Jones III, Louis, Andrew Joe, Kauika Peliti and Mike Maydayag. Front row from left, Dan Rapada, Jerry Marquez, Aaron Lawrence and Michael Bellinger.

The Suquamish Sports and Rec. Dept. recently finished a men’s softball league.

Games were played Monday evenings, with four teams that participated in the league; Team Crown Royal, Boston, Half Racks and Slicks. Teams played league games for eight weeks. All events were competitive and fun to watch.

The Sports and Rec. Dept. would like to thank players, coaches and of course our umpire Silas Fontes for showing up every week ready to play and have a good time on the field. They would also like to say THANK YOU to all the family, friends and community members who came out to support these teams.

Teams Crown Royal took 1st place in the league, with Boston coming in 2nd place.

Simone Juhles, Joshyua Bagley, TJ, Jaden Sigo, Katelynn Pratt, Raven Roberts, Josh George, Kaylayla Ives, Tallon Capomen, Madi Woods, Cody MCkivley, Sammy Castanaeda, Damien Lawrence, Mateo Saipai Plus the Adventuress Crew.

Basketball Girls Grades 3-4, Youth Inter-Tribal

Back row from left, Bella Ramirez and Taliyah Berg. Front row from left, Olivia Chiquiti and Suquamish players in black jerseys, from left, Shilene George, Jerald DeLafuente and Sequoia Sho-shyne Jones.

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Youth Activities & Open Gym At the new Fitness & Youth Centers!

Youth Center: 360-394-8576 Fitness Center: 360- 394-7142 5243 NE Totten RD Poulsbo, WA 98370

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Turkey & Cranberry Sauce Mashed Potatoes, Gravy Brussels Sprouts Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Pumpkin Pie

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Tuna Sandwich on 9 Grain Bread Baby Carrots Broccoli Slaw Yogurt & Fruit Parfait

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Chicken Fajita (chicken, peppers & onions, salsa, sour cream) Refried Beans Please call to inform the kitchen if you would like to Cucumber-Tomato cancel home delivery for the day. Beverages served Salad daily include %1 Milk, Lactose Free Milk, Coffee Fresh Fruit and Tea. Occasional substitutions may be necessary.

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Geoduck Chowder w/ crackers Tossed Salad w/ HB eggs & sunflr. seeds Applesauce Muffin Yogurt, Fruit & Granola Parfait

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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.

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Business

PME Spotlight: Shenowah Purser

Family and internship opportunities help young Tribal member choose career at Clearwater Casino Resort

by Lisa Rodriguez

Suquamish Tribal member Shenowah Purser has had an interest in Marketing for a long time. Thanks to the opportunities that the Clearwater Casino and Suquamish Tribe have offered, Shenowah is pursuing her dream career.

Shenowah had her first job at the age of 16 at Cottesmore Daycare in Gig Harbor. After five years at the daycare she found herself at Korsmo Construction assisting with the Clearwater Casino expansion. Eight months later Shenowah applied for and received the Promotions Assistant position. A year and a half into it Shenowah is still confident Marketing is her career of choice.

“Having a career decided at age 17 was surprising for me, but during the summer of 2009 Gaming Marketing Manager, Curtis Patnode, allowed me to shadow him. Because of the opportunities and time Curtis put into helping me, I was positive I wanted to work specifically in promotions at the Clearwater Casino,” said Shenowah “These opportunities of course could not have been possible without my dad, Rich Purser. His involvement with the tribe and encouragement for me to pursue my dreams is why I’ve obtained my career goals. I would like to also thank the remainder of my immediate family for their continued support and understanding that comes with this career. I couldn’t have done this without any of the mentioned people and am thankful for each and every one of them.”

Watching PME grow throughout the years, Shenowah is excited about the direction the company is going. Not only PME but the Suquamish Tribe has countless programs in place to help tribal members, mentally, physically, emotionally and with careers. Shenowah hopes that people will take advantage of these programs in the future. The new Fitness Center is an amazing addition to what the Suquamish Tribe has to offer, Shenowah hopes it will build momentum and get tribal members motivated to be healthy. The programs PME has in place for employees are what Shenowah is thankful for, the health program is incredible and Shenowah appreciates how well employees are taken care of. Clearwater Casino Resort Promotions Assistant Shenowah Purser, center, with her family.

Suquamish Seafoods Receives $108k Grant

Rural Business Development funds to pay for machinery and employees at newly-completed seafood packaging facility Agriculture Under Secretary Lisa Mensah announced 28 grants for $4.3 million to support business and economic development in Tribal communities in 14 states, including Washington. Funding comes from the Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) program, which promotes the development of small and emerging businesses in rural areas.

“USDA is committed to increasing economic opportunities in Native American communities by investing in projects that will create well-paying jobs and improve the quality of life for Tribal families,” Mensah said. “These strategic investments are supporting a wide range of business needs that will help Native American enterprises – from technical assistance and training to revolving loan funds.”

Suquamish Seafoods employees packing geoduck at the new facility.

One of the recipients is the Suquamish Indian Tribe, receiv- 14 existing jobs and is expected to create eight more. Coning a $108,892 grant to purchase machinery, equipment, and gress created the RBDG program under the 2014 Farm Bill. provide safety training to facility employees of the Suqua- The program combines the former Rural Business Entermish Seafood Enterprises Expansion. This project will save prise Grant and Rural Business Opportunity Grant pro-

grams. RBDG sets aside a portion of funds for business development and job creation efforts on behalf of federally recognized Indian Tribes.

Financing for the grants announced today comes from those targeted funds. USDA’s Rural Business Development Grant Program is one of several that support rural economic development.

“USDA Rural Development is very happy that the Suquamish Indian Tribe will receive this grant,” says Carlotta Donisi, Business Program Specialist, “Programs like this help to create economic opportunity and self-sustaining enterprises, so that tribal communities can continue to exist and thrive for generations to come.”

President Obama’s plan for rural America has brought about historic investment and resulted in stronger rural communities. Under the President’s leadership, these investments in housing, community facilities, businesses, and infrastructure have empowered rural America to continue leading the way – strengthening America’s economy, small towns and rural communities.

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Community Notices

How to Prepare for Power Outages and Emergencies on a Budget

by Cherrie May

Here are some reasons I have heard about why people have not created a preparedness kit: “I didn’t know I needed one.” And my response is “Now you know.”

“Will I really need this?” And my response is “Yes, you will.” “I can’t afford it.” To which I say “Yes, you can.”

KEEP IT SIMPLE-Let’s be real, we are not preparing for the Zombie Apocalypse here. You just need to have your family basics, enough for 5 to 7 days. There is no need to spend hundreds of dollars stocking on stuff you may never need or that may expire before you get a chance to use them.

CONSIDER A BUDDY AND BUY IN BULK- When you’re creating your emergency supply consider doing it with a friend, neighbor, or family member. This way you can buy in bulk which is usually cheaper and even share items during the emergency.

DON’T SKIP ON THE GOOD STUFF- Let’s be honest, most emergency food isn’t very tasty. However, it can be used as the base which you can add spices and canned foods to make it more appealing to you and what your family likes. So, stock things your family will eat

and is healthy. Don’t forget about veggies and fruits. Re- safe to drink. Most of the Water Straws are lightweight, member family members with special dietary needs. and require no electricity or batteries to operate and as TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE DOLLAR- Who we all know storing and rotating water is one of the most doesn’t love the dollar store! This store is a gold mind difficult things to do with our kits as well as expensive for Emergency Preparedness. Did you know you can buy over time. in bulk and have it delivered to the store for no shipping LIGHT-It’s a given that every year we have a few power cost? IT’S FANTASTIC! I only have one caution – I outages in our area so why am I left in the dark every have not had good luck with batteries at the dollar store. time this happens? My children is my answer, they love This may be just me but… I wanted you know that. The flashlights! So, this year I have stored several dollar store dollar store has a huge selection of all emergency sup- flashlights high in the cupboard with batteries. I can give plies you could ask for. So get a cart and go shopping! each of my children one (with the dollar store batteries) CONSIDER A CAR INVERTER and WATER so we can have light during a power outage. I DO NOT STRAW (Must haves)- Everything we own is electrical RECOMMEND CANDLES OF ANY KIND!!! There anymore isn’t it. Which reminds me be sure to include are many different kinds of flashlights that are wind up a manual can opener in your kit. Ok, back to the car and battery operated so please stick to those and NO inverter and water straw. These two items are huge in CANDLES! making your life easier during an emergency. The car in- Remember, if you shop the sales and the dollar store you verter is great of electrical items for medical reasons and can build a nice emergency kit for you and your family of course our cell phones and computers. What is a wa- without breaking the bank. DON’T FORET ABOUT ter straw? It is a water filter and water bottle in one that YOUR FURY FAMILY MEMBERS! CREATE A makes water contaminated with bacteria and protozoa PET KIT AS WELL.

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