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VOLUME 33, NUMBER. 11 November Edition

December 13, 2007

TRIBAL TRIBUNECOPY DeaDline

December 24, 2007

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C O l V i l l e T R i B a l M e M B e R S

MARY LAUNER

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WASHINGTON, D.C., NOV. 13--Jan Scruggs, who served in Vietnam from 1969-1970 with the 199th Light Infantry Brigade wanted a Memorial that would recognize the men and women who were members of the Armed Forces in the Vietnam War.

Jay Scruggs was President of The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Inc. when it was founded here on April 27, 1979. He lobbied Congress for a two-acre plot of land in the Constitution Gardens. Providing strong initial support were U.S. Senators Charles Mathias Jr. of Maryland and John Warner of Virginia. President Jimmy Carter signed the Legislation on July 1, 1980, that provided the site near the Lincoln Memorial.

“The Vietnam Veterans Memorial” was dedicated on Nov. 13, 1982, and two additions since then have been made to the Memorial. The 1st Addition, which was dedicated on Nov. 11, 1984, is Frederick Hart’s sculpture, “Three Servicemen”...and the “Vietnam Women’s Memorial” which was designed by Glenna Goodacre was dedicated on Nov. 11,

1993, to honor the more than 11,500 women who served in Vietnam.

The dates 1959 and 1975 appear on the Memorial. The Department of Defense listed the 1st American casualties as occurring in 1959 and the inscription reads: “1959 in

honor of the Men and Women of the

Armed Forces of the United States

who served in the Vietnam War. The

Names of those who gave their lives

and of those who remain missing

are inscribed in the Order they were

taken from us”.

It was later discovered that Army

Captain Harry Cramer was killed

in action on Oct. 21, 1957. It was

on May 15, 1975 that the last 18

casualties occurred.

There are ten-names from

Okanogan County listed on the

Memorial . They were from:

Brewster, Elmer City, Okanogan,

Omak, and Oroville. Two of them

were U.S. Marines and the other eight

were in the U.S. Army. Two of those

servicemen were: Army SP Dale Lee

Lambert from Elmer City, and Army

PFC Michael Richard Glasford.

OMAK, WA., NOV. 29--After the Omak High School Boys Varsity Basketball Team warmed up for about 15 minutes...there was a break so a “Special Ceremony” could be held to retire Bryson E. Marchand’s No. 21 jersey.

Omak Head Coach Duane Erickson welcomed everyone and was the Master of Ceremonies. Bryson’s dad Ben Marchand used a hand drum as he sang a song.

Stephanie Lelone and Dean Nicholson from the Colville Tribes TANF youth program gave the presentation of a “Shadow Box” to the family that contained Bryson’s No. 21 BLACK Jersey. Also donating were the Chelan High School Summer Tournament, DeeDee Friedlander (Feathers) and Jill Saunders of Moran’s Photography (Photos).

Giving the presentation for the “Bryson E. Marchand Athletic Excellence Award” was Lynn Palmanteer Holder. Lynn said: “First, I would like to thank Coach Erickson and the Omak School District in Honoring Bryson E. Marchand as a Student and Athlete. Also I would like to thank his parents Benny, Alana, and their family in allowing my family to sponsor this Award as a Symbolic presence to be hung on the walls of the Omak High School. This symbol represents Bryson’s character as described by Coach Erickson. This Athletic Excellence Award will be given out every year to a Student Athlete, someone who demonstrates

what we hope all Pioneer Athletes strive for”.

Toward the end of her presentation Lynn said: This Award donated by community businesses is a message to you...that your Community

A Special Ceremony was held to honor and pay

respect to Bryson Edward Marchand

BRYSON’S NUMBER 21 WAS RETIRED--On Friday, June 15, Bryson Edward Marchand lost his life in a car accident. Although only 15 years old Bryson was one of three Freshman who played Basketball for the Omak High School Pioneer Varsity team.

The “Shadow Box” (above) is on the wall next to an entrance to the catwalk of the new Gym facility and contains Bryson’s No. 21 WHITE Jersey!

supports each and everyone of as your 2007 season begins with Bryson in your hearts”. Sponsors for the award were Holder Water Systems, Palmanteer Step’A’Loop, and Don Kruse Electric, Inc.

Uniform Patches were done by Embroidery Outitters (Embroidery) and Barb Pearson (Sewing).

Benny Marchand used his hand drum as he sang a song to close the ceremony!

TWENTY-FIVE-YEARS HAVE PASSED--The Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., has two V-shaped black-granite walls and each wall is about 250 feet long...and was designed by Maya Ying Lin in 1981. It was dedicated on Nov. 13, 1982

Over 58,000 names are engraved on the wallsof The Vietnam Veterans Memorial


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During the recent referendum vote on the proposed constitutional amendment to regulate the inheritance of real and personal property; of the 6886 referendum ballots mailed out, there were a total of 414 ballots returned to the Election Ofice with “wrong addresses”. After working with the Enrollment Department we were able to correct the addresses and re-mail 215 ballots, which left us with a total of 199 addresses that still need to be updated.

As the Election Administrator, I am requesting that if, you do a “direct deposit”; or, you pick up your per capita’s personally; or, you have recently moved, to please update your address at the Enrollment Ofice. After which, your updated address will be forwarded to me to be input into the AS400 system.

If you have any questions or require more information, you can contact me at (509) 634-2221, or 1-888-881-7684 extension 2221. Thank you, Niki Wippel, Election Administrator.

Correction to July 12th, 2007 Resolution index

There was one change made to 2007-407. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Resolution# 2007-407 Regular Session July 12th 2007 in the October Issue of the Tribal Tribune shows that it past 10 for. It should show 9 for 1 against 0 abstain.

2007-407.m&b Approve to appoint Carleen Anderson as Interim Executive Director for the durat ion of the advertising process and will be appointed to this position until the position is illed with a 10% increase of her current pay rate.

9 FOR (LA, TB, GD, GJ, DL, CM, BN, DS, VS) 1 AGAINST (AJ) 0 ABSTAIN

The foster Grandparents brought all the crafts they make at home and shared with the others. It was a lot of fun. Our next meeting will be December 3rd at the Nespelem Catholic Longhouse at 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 (Potluck after). This meeting is where we will pick our new Advisory Group. Everyone from the community is welcome and can be a part of this group.

Colville Confederated TribesFish & Wildlife Department

P.O. Box 150Nespelem, WA 99155Phone: 509-634-2110

Fax: 509-634-2126

Attention Colville Tribal Trappers: Trapping/Snaring Season Opens November 15, 2007 The following information outlines

basic rules and regulations pertaining to the 2007-2008 Colville Tribal Member Trapping/Snaring Seasons and Regulations on the Colville Indian Reservation and North Half. A complete trapping regulation guide can be obtained on the Colville Tribal Website - http://www.colvilletribes.com or from any of the CCT Fish and Wildlife Ofices located in Omak, Nespelem or Inchelium.

Basic regulations / requirements:

1. Eligibility to trap is permitted only to those individuals whose name appears on the records of the Colville Confederated tribes as an enrolled member.

2. Every Colville Tribal Member who wishes to trap/snare on the Colville Reservation or North Half must register with the CCT Fish and Wildlife Department prior to trapping/snaring.

3. A CCT Blue Card (Tribal Identiication Card) shall serve as a legal permit to trap/snare. This card must be in possession while trapping/snaring and must be presented as identification upon request of a Natural Resource Enforcement Oficer or other duly authorized CCT Oficer or Department Employee.

4. Each individual shall submit a trapping/snaring summary report of harvest to the CCT Fish and Wildlife Department by April 30, 2008.

5. All trappers/snarers wishing to trap or snare within the Omak Ridge Game Reserve or the Hellsgate Game Reserve must obtain a Special Trapping/Snaring Permit prior to trapping/snaring.

6. If you have any questions please call Eric Krausz, CCT Wildlife Biologist, at 509-722-7681.

** It is the responsibility of each Tribal Trapper to thoroughly review all regulations and requirements included in the 2007-2008 Tribal Member Trapping Seasons and Regulations pamphlet available on the CCT Website or at your local CCT Fish and Wildlife Ofice.**

Attention Colville Tribal Wild Horse

Chasers: Wild Horse Chase and Capture Season Opens

December 1, 2007 and Ends February 29, 2008.

The following information outlines basic rules and regulations pertaining to the 2007-2008 Wild Horse Chase and Capture Season on the Colville Indian Reservation. A complete regulation guide can be obtained on the Colville Tribal Website - http://www.colvilletribes.com or from any of the CCT Fish and Wildlife Ofices located in Omak, Nespelem or Inchelium.

Basic regulations / requirements:

1. The chase and capture season for wild horses shall begin December 1, 2007 and end February 29, 2008.

2. The chase and capture of wild horses shall be by permit only.

3. An enrolled Colville Tribal Member with a valid CCT I.D. card

who is 16 years old or older may obtain a permit from the Fish and Wildlife Director.

4. Permits must be in the possession of each tribal member while participating in chase and capture of wild horses and must be rendered upon request of a CCT Natural Resource Officer or CCT Fish and Wildlife Employee.

5. Capture limit of three (3) wild free roaming horses (stallions and

stud colts only) per permit holder per year. No female horses or un-weaned foals may be captured.

6. All Horses must be inspected by either CCT Fish and Wildlife personnel or a CCT Natural Resource Enforcement Oficer within 72 hours of capture.

7. A mandatory chase and capture summary report is to be submitted by each permitted wild horse chaser to the CCT Fish and Wildlife

Department by April 30, 2007.8. If you have any questions

please call Eric Krausz, CCT Wildlife Biologist, at 509-722-7681.

** It is the responsibility of each wild horse chaser to thoroughly review all regulations and requirements included in the Wild Horse Chase and Capture Regulations and Seasons pamphlet available on the CCT Website or at your local CCT Fish and Wildlife Ofice.**

Board of Commissioner Opening

Member At-Large Position

The Colville Indian Housing Authority (CIHA) is seeking individuals that may be interested in applying for a Board of Commissioner position representing the “Member At-Large” position. The CIHA Board of Commissioners is composed of five persons that makes policy decisions in accordance to the Native American Housing and Self Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA). The Board of Commissioners duties include but are not limited to policy development, reviews and approve the annual Indian Housing Plan, Annual Performance Report and financial management for submission to HUD/Northwest Office of Native American Programs, Seattle, WA. In accordance to the CIHA Ordinance adopted by Resolution 1977-59 and Chapter 11-2 Colville Indian Housing Authority:

The Board member shall be appointed and may be reappointed, by the Council. A certificate of the Secretary of the Council as to the appointment or reappointment of any commissioner shall be conclusive evidence of the due and proper appointment of the commissioner. A commissioner may be a member or non-member of the Tribe, and may be a member or non-member of the Business Council. No person shall be barred from serving on the Board because he is a tenant or homebuyer in a housing project of the Authority; and such commissioner shall be entitled to fully participate in all meetings concerning matters that affect all of the tenants or homebuyers, even though such matters affect him as well. The term of office shall be four years and staggered. This “fifth position” is considered as the Member At-Large position; therefore, applicant may reside in any District.

Regular Board meetings are held monthly, with an occasional Special Meeting scheduled. Applicants must possess an interest in housing matters and be able to attend the scheduled meetings. Interested applicants are requested to submit an application, Letter of Interest and/or resume describing your interest and area of expertise involved with providing safe, decent and affordable housing. Successful applicant may be subject to credit and/or criminal background inquiry.

You may contact Elena L. Bassett, CIHA Executive Director at 509.634.2162 for additional information or mail to Colville Indian Housing Authority, P. O. Box 528, Nespelem, WA 99155.

Deadline for submission:

3:00 p.m., Friday, December 28, 2007

COLVILLE INDIAN HOUSING AUTHORITY P.O. BOX 528

Nespelem, WA 99155 (509) 634-4767 1.800.294.3023 (f) 509.634.8107

Washington Relay No. for Hearing Impaired 1.800.833.6388

ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT

PUBLIC MEETING 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 13, 2007

CIHA Conference Room

The Colville Indian Housing Authority is preparing the Annual Performance Report (APR) as

required for submission to HUD/Northwest Office of Native American Program within 90 days

of the end of the program year. In accordance to the Native American Housing and Self

Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA) and 24 CFR 1000.518:

The recipient must make its report publicly available to tribal members, non-Indians

served under NAHASDA, and other citizens in the Indian area, in sufficient time to

permit comment before submission of the report to HUD. The recipient determines the

manner and times for making the report available.

The recipient shall include a summary of any comments received by the grant

beneficiary or recipient from tribal members, non-Indians served under NAHASDA,

and other citizens in the Indian area.

The APR shall contain the following information:

A comparison of actual accomplishments to the objectives established for the period

The reasons for slippage if established objectives were not met; and

Analysis and explanation of cost overruns or high unit costs

Any information regarding the recipient’s performance in accordance with HUD’s performance measures as set forth in section 1000.524.

If you have any questions, you may contact Elena L. Bassett, Executive Director,

509.634.2162. Thank you.

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville ReservationP.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155

(509) 634-2200FAX: (509) 634-4116

ELECTION INFORMATION

Foster Grandparents Craft Day & Special Talents

Foster Grandparent, Grandma Rose works one on one with Azariah, a student at Omak Tribal Head Start. She has been making great progress. Grandma Rose states, “Listening with her heart and not her ears has helped her teach him.”

Tinker Watt showed how to make a drum

Rose Adolph shared her pine-needle basketry.

Mildred Swan showed us how to embroidery.

Ellen Moses shared the beautiful shawl she made.

Frank Fry brought his root diggers and ishing hooks he

makes by hand.

If you have family serving in the military overseas, please send their address to:[email protected] by Nov. 25th.

CTEC Provides$1.5 Million Dividend To Tribe

The Colville Tribal Enterprise Corporation (CTEC) board approveda resolution contributing $1.5 million to the Colville Tribe on No-vember 2 due to the tribes’ budgetary challenges.

“This contribution to the tribe will prevent certain services frombeing hit and lessen the number of job cuts,” said Mike Marchand,chairman of the Colville Business Council. “It will enable the tribeto pay out per capitas ($300 per tribal member) from other funds.”

The tribe recently consolidated its programs from six divisionsto three for their workforce of approximately 1,000. Now all tribalprograms are functioning under public safety, land and propertymanagement, and services divisions.

“From my perspective, our owner is having some financial diffi-culties,” said Randy Scott, CTEC’s chief executive officer. “Weare being responsive to the call for assistance transferring CTECprofits to the tribe, which in turn, helps fund important and highlyneeded tribal programs.”

CTEC was founded in 1984 and has become the largest, mostdiverse employer in north central Washington. The company cur-rently manages 14 enterprises that include gaming, recreation andtourism, retail, construction and wood products. The corporationemploys approximately 1,000 and in 2006 generated over $140million in revenues.

CIPV Has NewManagementJohn (Joe) Mahlberg was recently hired as theColville Indian Plywood and Veneer (CIPV) plantmanager. He has 25 years of experience manag-ing plywood plants. Mahlberg has a bachelor’s ofscience degree from Western Oregon State andcompleted a manufacturing executive program atthe University of Michigan.

Prior to coming to CTEC, he managed twoplywood plants for the Atcon Group; one plant

was located in Sweden and the other Canada. While managing both plants, heoversaw a workforce of 300. He successfully turned the plant in Sweden fromunprofitable to profitable. The plywood plant in Canada was also profitable whichutilized a state-of-the-art robotic lay-up system.

At CIPV, Mahlberg will be responsible for training and development, sales andmarketing, customer and vendor relations, developing long-range goals, and bud-geting. Currently he oversees 240 employees that work three shifts, seven days aweek. He also provides his staff with leadership and effective communication. Heholds monthly crew meetings to review safety measures, financials and to providedirection to his staff.

“The key to a successful operation is that people need to understand how it allworks,” said Mahlberg. “It’s also a chance for people to ask questions and takeownership in the company they work for.”

The TradingPost Gets aFaceliftThe Trading Post Store inNespelem will soon have a newroof and siding according to thestore’s manager Mel Novotney.Colville Tribal Service Corpo-ration (CTSC) was hired to

work on this $475,000 project.“The roof and siding will look different from before,” said Novotney. “The metal

siding will be a light beige color and the new roof will be white. “By early spring thedesign work will go up.”

CTSC began working on this project in mid-October and they’re expected tobe completed by January. According to Jack Roye, project manager for this site,CTSC will also be installing new heating and air conditioning units.

“The new heating and air condition system will make the store a more comfort-able place to shop during the winter and summer months,” said Novotney. “It willbe nice once those are in place.”

CTEC Board Chairman John MacClain presents Colville Tribal Chairman Mike Marchand with a $1.5 million check. Also pictured are John Stensgar, Tribal Councilman, and Randy Scott, CEO of CTEC.

CTEC Enterprises In Millions (as of September 30)CTSC Gaming CTEC Consolidated



CommuniTy news4 Tribal Tribune Thursday, december 13, 2007

Full Accreditation

Paschal Sherman Indian School is pleased to announce that our academic program is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS). The self-study and evaluation was completed April 2007. A number of neighboring school districts is currently in the process of applying to NAAS.

Upcoming Events:Jr. High Boy’s BasketballDate: Time Opponent LocationDec. 3rd 6:00 p.m. Pateros PaterosDec. 5th 5:00 p.m. Orondo HOMEDec. 10th 5:00 p.m. Manson Manson

Tuesday, Dec. 18th, 6:30 p.m.

Paschal Sherman Indian School Christmas ProgramSanta will visit and hand out treat bagsFREE Refreshments will be servedPlease have your children here by 6:15 p.m. if they are performingDec. 20th-January 2nd - Christmas BreakJanuary 3rd - School begins

Congratulations to our students and families who achieved October Perfect Attendance

Preschool: Kylee McDonald, Maliah Nicholai, Kailey Chapa.

Kindergarten 1: Shawnee Palmer, Jon Shelley, Nicholas Thomas, Taylor Palmanteer, Sebastian Brooks, Joshua Gorr.

Kindergarten 2: Garrett Allen, Mya Moses.

2nd Grade: Bryce Nicholai, Kristan Romero, Faith Bent, Alex Corpuz-Louis, Lacey Neal, Roniah Friedlander.

4th Grade: Raven Lawrence.5th Grade: Tyson Allen, Robert

Sweowat, Danielle Batten, Adrian Harry.

6th Grade: Moriah Harry, Tifine George, Victorya Faulkes.

Basketball Free time schedule at

the Nespelem Community Center

Women’s nights Mondays and Wednesdays

7:00pm to 9:00pm.

Men’s nights Tuesdays and Thursdays

7:00pm to 9:00pm.

Children are from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

If there are any questions in regards to this e-mail, please call Phil at Ext 2370 and Happy Holidays.

WIC WILL BE HAVING A DRAWING FOR A CHRISTMAS

BASKET GIVEAWAY IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER!

Starting December 1st, all WIC clients* that are participating in the Nespelem/Grand Coulee, Inchelium, Keller and Omak WIC Programs are eligible for a chance to win a Christmas Basket!! The Christmas Basket will be filled with goodies & ingredients for a homemade Christmas dinner!!*Only those that are participating in the Nespelem/Grand Coulee, Inchelium, Keller and Omak WIC Programs are eligible for this drawing!

If you haven’t signed up to win - you can easily sign up at your local WIC Program!The drawing will be held December 21, 2007 at 11:00am!!

Congratulations to the winners of the Turkey Basket Giveaway Drawing, Adrianne Smith from the Nespelem WIC Program and Tom Gracie from the Grand Coulee WIC Program!

Thank you to Lori Joseph, Joanne Gleason, Peggy Cleveland, Rebecca Hunt and anyone else I may have forgotten for helping the WIC Program sponsor these 2 turkey baskets.

Starting December 1st, 2007, the WIC Program will be having a drawing for a Christmas Basket Giveaway for all eligible WIC clients! Stop by & sign up!

(Must be a WIC client enrolled in the WIC Program.)

Johnny CookColville Tribal member, cowboy,

race horse owner, father, husband, brother, friend, lifelong resident of Okanogan, WA, Johnny Cook passed away in his sleep on October 19, 2007.

Johnny was the son of Glen and Mary Cook. He was born in Okanogan February 17, 19336. He attended school at St. Mary’s Mission, Brewster and Okanogan. Johnny served in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956.

During his lifetime he worked on the construction of Chief Joseph Dam, was a police oficer in Wenatchee, drove logging truck, was a lineman, and tended bar. He won his first money as a bronc rider when he was 14 years old.

After he moved back to Okanogan in 1969, he went to work for the Washington State Employment Service. During this time, he worked to develop Tribal Employment for the Colville Tribe.

For over 30 years, he and his wife Jody owned the Two Eagle Pawn Shop and the J and J Smoke Shop in Okanogan. During the past 15 years Johnny and Carol Sivak owned, traded and ran race horses throughout the northwest.

Johnny was married to Leona Payne, Marina Metrokas, Shirley Pratt, JoAnne Marden and Jody McKinnon. Johnny had ive children from his marriages; Glenda, Rodney (Buzzy), Donella, William, and J. During his long-term relationship with Mary Louise Jones, he raised and loved her children Mike and Marie as his own.

When he married Jody McKinnon, he added Bart and Becky to his large extended family. Carol and her sons, Steve, Craig and Curtis have been part of his family since the 1980s.

Johnny was preceded in death by one daughter, Glenda; his beloved sister Mildred, his brother Bill O’Bryant, and his parents Glen and Mary.

He is survived by Carol Sivak, his friend, business partner, and beloved companion; his wife Jody; sister Jacqueline (Guy Mours); and his children, Buzzy, Donella, Bill, J., Mike, Marie, Bart and Becky; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Johnny Cook is also survived by countless friends and extended family.

A Rosary Service was held at the Precht, Harrison Nearants Chapel on Sunday, October 21, 2007. Funeral Services were held at the Omak Longhouse on Monday, October 22, 2007; burial was at the Fort Okanogan Cemetery in Monse and a dinner followed at the Omak Longhouse.

Precht-Harrison-Nearants Chapel, Okanogan, WA was in charge of arrangements.

Daleno Sam JosephDaleno Sam Joseph, 34, of

Nespelem, passed away on Friday, October 26, 2007 as a result of a motor vehicle collision.

Daleno was born in Toppenish, Washington on September 17, 1973 to Leonard and Patricia Abrahamson. He found Amanda Sweowat over twelve years ago living together and loving life with their children, Skiley, Cedric, Kaleah and Jalisa.

Daleno is survived by his iancée’ Amanda, daughters: Jalisa, Kaleah, and Skiley; son, Cedric, of Nespelem; brothers: Ronald Abrahamson of Yakima, Leland Frank of Wapato; sisters: Fawn Abrahamson of Malott, Gina Scott of Omak, Sonja Teo of

Wapato, aunt, Myrna Abrahamson of Omak; grandmother, Hazel Burke of Omak; nieces and nephews: Nicolas and Matthew Abrahamson of Arizona, Donavon, Lenny and Tanisha Abrahamson of Wapato and Shafawna of Auburn. Nieces and nephews: Nickolys Dangeli, Driston Marchand, Kwaina Howell, Natalia Howell, Maclina Howell and Allison Howell.

Daleno was preceded in death by his mother and father and sister, Patty Joseph and his nephew Dwight Howell.

Daleno was a Christian man who loved his family and friends. He entered this life in a Cadillac and joined his maker while driving in the area of Nespelem he loved.

A memorial service was held at the Omak Longhouse on October 28th and a graveside service was conducted at the Chiliwhist Cemetery on October 29th.

I want to thank everyone for all the support and kindness me and my children received from the community. I’m sorry for those who found out too late to attend services for Daleno Samuel Joseph aka Delbone. It happened so suddenly and unexpectedly.

Joe and Rob & Gabe Perisian for their tremendous contribution and help, we could not have done it without your help – Much Respect! I can’t thank you enough. Daleno loved you guys.

A great thanks to TANF, the cooks, hunters, oficiates and all the family & friends. You all have given us strength. We are going to miss our Daddy Delbone.

If I have forgotten anyone, I’m sorry.

Once again, thank you.Sweowat – Joseph FamilyAmanda, Jalisa, Skiley, Cedric

& Kaleah

Loriel Diane Phillips“L”, “Big L”, “Bonz”, “Aunery” or

Aunery L”, “Loriella”Loriel Diane Phillips was born

March 22, 1984. She is survived by her mother Julie “Tigger” Philips and her partner Larry Kheel; her fathers Bill Warren and Loren Meusy; two older brothers, Jeramy Phillips and Jon Simpson; three younger brothers, Jake Warren, Derrick Meusy and Teran Meusy; two younger sisters, Lorin Meusy and Jenifer Meusy; and grandparents Eugene and Joanne Phillips of Inchelium, WA. Her other honorary Gramma is Eva Ferris of Kewa, WA.

Loriel also had an especially close relationship with her Aunt Michelle and family of Kewa, WA, whom she lived with and cherished. Loriel had so many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews that she loved, but too many to mention in this short opportunity. However, she loved you all!!!

In this section, we wish to

say farewell to our beloved

Colv i l l e Tr iba l Members ,

Direct Descendants, Non-Tribal

Members, Friends and send our

wishes for health, happiness and

faith to their families.

We welcome memorials about

your loved ones and friends who

have passed away, including

photographs and poems if you

wish.

Please send your contributions

to: Tribal Tribune Memorials, P.O.

Box 150, Nespelem WA 99155.

IN MEMORIAM

As a child, Loriel was a little ornery. She earned a lot of nicknames. She was very strong minded, and at one point she convinced her older cousin Jenette that Jenette was younger than her. She would tell Jenette everyday she was younger, when in fact, Jenette was the older cousin. Jenette knew she was older, but Loriel had nearly convinced her that she wasn’t. Finally, Jenette had to ask their Grandma Joanne for reassurance that she was truly older than Loriel.

Loriel attended elementary school in Spokane and then Inchelium, where she graduated in 2002. After high school she moved to Port Angeles and attended Port Angeles Community College, where she played fast pitch softball with her amazing friend Anna Bradshaw.

In the fall of 2004 she met the guy who took her heart, Gary Ray Flett Jr., and I guess they were made for each other. They were both strong minded, smart and loyal, and the love they had for one another was powerful. Loriel was a very intelligent and beautiful young Indian woman. She was there for her family and friends. She made time for you, she hugged you, she told you she loved you, and she would ight for you if she thought you needed defending.

The world will not be the same without her smile, without her hugs, without her love always raining down on us. One way you can help us keep her memories is to share stories you have about our girl. We know it is hard to speak, and you may not feel like what you have to say is important or that you’re strong enough to share it, but it would mean the world to all of us to hear more.

The rosary for Loriel Phillips was held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 16, 2007 at the Inchelium Community Center. The funeral mass was at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the Inchelium Community Center in Inchelium, WA. The burial followed the mass at the Kewa Cemetery in Kewa, WA.

Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Colville, WA was in charge of arrangements.

First dog in Washington

identiied with WnV infection

The Washington State Department of Agriculture reports that a dog from the White Swan area in eastern Yakima County has tested positive for West Nile virus. The 9 year-old male dog began showing symptoms of illness on about October 3rd and was taken to local clinic on October 5th. The sick dog couldn’t stand and the clinic attempted to treat the dog for 3 days. On October 8th, the dog was euthanized. The WNV testing was initially done at a local commercial lab and was then conirmed through Cornell’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center.

Symptomatic infection among dogs is rare. Oregon has reported one conirmed WNV dog case and one presumptive case this year. Idaho also reports one dog case in 2007.

A CDC Q&A for West Nile virus and Dogs and Cats is available at:

Paschal Sherman Indian School

TRiBal HealTH PROGRaMSPublic Health Report

http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/westnile/qa/wnv_dogs_cats.htm

Dorothy Tibbetts, ManagerZoonotic Disease Program

Washington Department of Health

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CommuniTy newsThursday, december 13, 2007 Tribal Tribune 5

Happy 3rd Birthday Jaelynn Cleveland, (born 12/18/04).

From Grandpa Soy & Grandma Sharon Redthunder

Wilbur Junior High -7th and 8th grade students have been very involved both in sports and academics this first semester

Wildcat Junior High football: 7th Graders – Jason Esquivel, Chris Peoples, Dakota Niewald & Aaron McCrea. 8th Graders –Davey Ogle, Spencer Nee, Josh Tonasket & Waylon Elwell.

Congratulations on a great Wild Cat Season (they only lost one game.)

Girls Junior High Volley Ball: Congratulations also to Lazelda Foster for her irst season as a Lady Wildcat Volleyball Player. We are proud of you Lazelda.

Junior High Wrestling: 7th & 8th Graders who will be seen on the mat this season are: Spencer Nee, Davey Ogle & Chris Peoples.

Girls Junior High basketball: Be looking for Alyssa Neal on the basketball loor. She is tall and fast. Look for Lyndsey McCartney she will out there every game. We will be cheering for you Alyssa and Lyndsey.

Mr Clark’s Community Service Class – 7th GradeThey have been doing many worth while projects both in the community

and in the school. One project they enjoyed was being a buddy reader. Each week they read a library book to a kindergarten buddy and used lash cards to learn their alphabet. Buddy readers were Chris Peoples, Aaron McCrea, Lazelda Foster, Lidnsey McCartney, Jason Esquivel and Christy Niewald.

Mrs Jones english and Writing lab – 7th GradeChosen for their Veterans Day Writings and Poems were Aaron McCrea,

Dakota Niewald & Chris Peoples. Dear Veterans,

Thank you for ighting in World War I, World War II, Vietnam and Desert Storm, in all those other times of war. I’m sorry that you have lost many friends in all the wars, and family too, so I will honor all of those who died and who were never found. Some were scared for life but at least they still have their freedom, pride, and honor. Some will never return home to their family. Families are scarred for life, but at least they know that they died for a good cause. But they have scars to always remember them. Medals were handed out for their time and service. Many soldiers died, but because of them, millions of people are free. And for freedom not just for the U.S., for lots of other countries.

Yours truly, Christopher Peoples

Poem by aaron McCrea Poem by Dakota niewaldVery brave UnitedEveryday NationThey fought for freedom IndependenceEach one deserves Tough SoldiersRespect Engaging in CombatAll Soldiers remembers on Devoted ServiceNovember 11 for Silent SnipersServing. Tactical maneuvers Average people Thoughtful Enthusiastic Duty Service to our country.

Student of the Month – Christy niewaldChristy has 3.1 GPA. She always strives to do her best academically.

She is one who always listens, participates, is organized, helps others, and always has a smile.

Junior High Honor RollSuperintendants list: Spencer Nee, Dakota Niewald & Michael

Peoples.Principals list: Davey Ogle.

Miss llewellyns intoduction to Business Class - 8th gradeintroduction to Business

In my Introduction to Business class I have learned how to create a resume, cover letter, reference page, and thank you letter. We also went through a mock job interview with questions asked by other member of the class. There are a lot of things in the procedure of making a resume and one of these is sending in a letter to inform the job workers about how much about this job you know.

I also learned how to make a PowerPoint. In this there are even more procedures but I think the most important one is knowing a lot of information on your subject.

The next section of the class involved researching a career that we were interested in. We wrote a short paper about our career, and then we made a PowerPoint presentation about that career.

I also learned that to patent a new invention it takes a lot of money. In this class right now we’re coming up with a new invention and trying to igure out how to make it work. When a person has an invention all he needs is some money and needs to be very dedicated. We’re going to decide how to market this product to the consumer, prepare a PowerPoint about the product and present the information to the class.

Spencer Nee

Mrs Sherwood’s art Class – High SchoolIf you visit this class you will ind students doing different art mediums.

Tabitha Parr and Shawna Ferguson are working on word collages. Shawna and Tabitha are WHS Cheerleaders.

Shawna holding her painted gourd & Tabitha working on her collage

Congratulations Tanessa Chuckulnaskit

Shot your irst 2x2 Buck, Age 7

norma Jean lowery

Sharon and Forest Lowery of Nespelem, Washington are pleased to announce the birth of their new baby girl born on November 3, 2007 at Coulee Community Hospital. Norma Jean Lowery weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and measured 19 inches at birth.

Siblings are Josephine & Chasity Lambert and Katie, Brandon and Summer Lowery. Maternal grandparents are Linda Waters and Michael Vallee. Paternal grandparents are Michelle & John Lowery.

Shayela april Wiley

Joci Iukes and Corey Wiley of Nespelem, Washington are pleased to announce the birth of their new baby girl born on October 19, 2007 at Coulee Community Hospital. Shayela April Wiley weighed 3 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 16 inches at birth.

Sibling is Larelle Wiley, age 1. Maternal grandparents are Christine “Boo” Iukes and Allen “Spooks” Iukes. Paternal grandparents are Julie Wiley and Joe Gorr. Great-grandparents are Adeline Fredin and Jimin’ Dale Wiley.

a’mya Janaye adrian

Se lena Adr i an o f Ke l l e r, Washington is pleased to announce the birth of her new baby girl born on November 13, 2007 at Coulee Community Hospital. A’mya Janaye Adrian weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 20-1/4 inches at birth.

Maternal grandparents are Penny and Jose Gregorio.

Charles Devin Scott aubertin

Rebecca Johnson and Chad Aubertin of Keller, Washington are pleased to announce the birth of their new baby boy born on October 26, 2007 at Coulee Community Hospital. Charles Devin Scott Aubertin weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and measured 19-1/2 inches at birth.

Siblings are Dylan Wayne Johnson. Maternal grandparents are Chuck and Sherry Johnson of Keller, WA. Paternal grandparents are Charles and Patty Aubertin of Keller, WA. Great-grandparents are Mary Arnold, Marion and Gary Clark, Charles Aubertin, Peggy Cruise and Edward & Bertha Cook.

Majik nino Francis

Sarah Hall and Justine Francis of Grand Coulee, Washington are pleased to announce the birth of her new baby boy born on November 3, 2007 at Coulee Community Hospital. Majik Nino Francis weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 20-1/2 inches at birth.

Uncles are: Anthony Adolph, Eddy Hall and John Carson. Aunts are: Jessica Hall, Diana Adolph, Jennifer Guilson and Ashley TImentwa. Maternal grandparents are Angel and Michael Hall. Paternal grandparent is Luana Francis. Great-grandparents are Gene & Rene Manley, and Jeannie and Roy Moon.

KELLER C o n n e c t i o n s

by Joanne Turner, Keller Liaison

October 1stHappy 15th Birthday

Uncle DanielLove your Niece, Tamiah

September 17thHappy Belated Birthday

Loretta Love your Family

October 5thHappy Belated 19th B-Day

Auntie KrystinaLove your Niece, Tamiah

November 26thHappy 13th Birthday

Auntie BriannaLove Your Niece, Tamiah

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAYSISTER

WE LOVE YOU LOTSOCTOBER 11

LOVE YOUTES,DAD,MOM,AIYANNA,NYA,

JAY, AND THE REST OF YOUR FAM

HAPPY HALLOWEENZYVEN B. BOYD

WE LOVE YOU SON!~MOM AND DAD~

HAPPY BIRTHDAYWE LOVE YOU

XANDERLOVE

UNCLE KYLE, AUNTI TES, N BLAZE

LOOK AT OUR SUPER MODELWE LOVE U N MISS U

AIYANNA BANA-NALOVE AUNTI TES, MOM, NYA,

AND JAY

I wish you All Blessed & Joyful HolidaysThe holidays are here once again;

here is the time I burn my brain on what I can get for family & friends. OK…

1. A list ( try to remember EVERYONE) so I don’t forget someone. 2. X-mas cards. etc. etc.

But for rite now, I gotta do this. I have been in and out of the hospital so… I want to say I love you Coyote/Ron. I know you will stand strong. To the family – My family & Ron’s family, I wish you All Blessed & Joyful Holidays.

Love ya, lil’ bit/Theresa

Merry Christmas & Happy Birthday

Karen Cawstonfrom your buddies, Bev & Patti

We are so proud of you Heidi!Love, your friends and family.

Happy 2nd Birthday, Drake James Pakootas. November 30.

We love you so much.Grampa Monk, Grama Laurie,

Aunt Brittany, Uncle Maliki, Uncle Isaiah, Grama Yvonne

Aaron McCrea

Dakota Niewald with Mrs. Jones behind him

Chris Peoples

Davey Ogle

Spencer Nee

Jason Esquivel

Christy Niewald

Chelsea Niewald 7th grade teachers aide

Lazelda Foster

Waylon Elwell & Alyssa Neal

Shawna Ferguson


Daniel l. Fagerlie, Project Director, Ferry CountyMargaret Viebrock, Project Director, Dougals CountyPhil linden, 4-H Challenge CoordinatorChristine Buckminster, Ofice Managerlinda Mclean, 4-H/ANR Extension CoordinatorUSDA FRTEP Educator

PHOne: (509) 634-2304FaX: (509) 634-2353

eMail: [email protected]. Box 111, nespelem, Wa 99155

Cooperative Agencies: Washington State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture (special project number 93-EIRP-1-0036), Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Colville Agency BIA, and Ferry County. Cooperative Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported to your local Cooperative Extension Ofice. Daniel Fagerlie, Project Director

Winter is on its way and snow is beginning to pile up in the high country. Over the winter, the WSU Colville Reservation- FerryCounty Extension 4-H Challenge Program will be hosting winter outings near all of the four districts. Snowshoeing and survival will be the skills that we will be focusing on. Challenge facilitators have developed some fun activities and challenges to explore while we are out in the backcountry. Many people don’t get a chance to get out much in the winter. We want to get you out into this beautiful environment and teach you how to thrive in snowy conditions.

The winter survival outings will concentrate on snow-cave building, cold emergencies, signaling, survival fires and improvising.We will also be going on some snowshoe hikes through the forest, stop-ping here and there to complete some snowy challenges, play a game, and/or enjoy some refreshments.

The first winter outing is planned for 9:00 AM, December 31, at the park-ing area, on top of Sherman Pass. We will be hiking out onto the Kettle Crest Trail, for the day. Remember to bring a lunch and some drinking water, snow eating is not adequate hydration. You will also need to layer your clothing, wear hats, gloves, and good boots. We have the snowshoes, but if you have a pair of your own, please bring them along. We will be back to the parking lot at 3:00 PM, so people will have plenty of time to get home before it gets dark.

This first snowshoe outing of the year will be open to youth ages 11-14. Space is limited for this event, so we are asking that peo-ple register with the WSU Colville Reservation-Ferry County office at (509) 634-2304. This is a great way to end 2007 and begin2008. Come join us outside and bring a friend.

To find out more about this and other upcoming winter events, or to inquire about taking your own group out this winter, pleasecontact the WSU Colville Reservation Extension-Ferry County office at (509) 634-2304.

For many parents, nothing strikes more fear in their hearts than these three little words: the teen years.

But, a child’s teenage years don’t need to be dreaded!

Good news about teens arrives from new research, The 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development (PYD). By adding new activities to a family’s routine and involving kids in out-of-school-time programs, like 4-H, parents can help their children develop lifeskills essential to becoming successful, happy teenagers.

“Three things are necessary for young people to thrive,” said Dr. Richard M. Lerner, director of The 4-H Study of PYD and authorof the book, The Good Teen, released October 9 by Crown Publishers. “Every child needs first to develop high-quality, long-term relationships with caring, competent adults, like parents, teachers, coaches or mentors; second, opportunities to learn leadership and life skills by participating in structured out-of-school-time programs like 4-H; and third, the chance to take the lead in using these skills in valued community activities. If parents build these three elements into their children’s lives, the children willgrow into healthy, productive young people.”

Here are Dr. Lerner’s 10 suggestions to help your children grow into confident, contributing teenagers:

Involve your child in structured, out-of-school-time activities, such as 4-H, Boys & Girls Clubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and YMCA programs.

Make sure your child has a broad array of support so he feels loved and valued every day and every-where. Encourage positive inter-action with adults outside of your immediate family.

Help your child focus on activi-ties and skills that she does well, and then encourage participation and growth in those areas.

Support your child’s passions for activities he enjoys without taking over. Be happy to just watch him play soccer or take photo-graphs without managing his activities to the last detail.

Make connections with your child’s teachers, after-school activity leaders, faith organization leaders and other influential adults so that you are familiar with each other and they know you’re involved. Consider volunteering to help so you can be better con-nected.

Plan quality time with your child. Spending time together at family dinners or game nights gives your child a strong sense of herimportance to you.

Help your child understand that she has skills that can be used for activities where she has less confidence. If she’s a good reader, but afraid of public speaking, encourage her to volunteer to read to younger children at the library where she can over-come her fears.

Do what you say…so they will do what you say. Ensure that your actions align with your words, as you are the primary model for your child.

Actively involve your child in making decisions that affect the completion of family activities, such as what you’re having fordinner, where to go on vacation or what flowers to plant in the yard.

Do not be afraid to share your own life experiences, good and bad, with your child, and ask your child for help when you can.

To learn more about positive youth development, 4-H and The 4-H Study of PYD, visit www.fourhcouncil.edu/newsroom.aspx or contact Crystal Borde at [email protected].

The 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development The 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development is the first-ever longitudinal study to measure the characteristics of positive youthdevelopment (PYD). Led by Richard M. Lerner, Ph.D., professor at Tufts University, the study was sponsored by National 4-H Coun-cil. It involves more than 4,000 youth and 2,000 parents from 25 states and measures the impact personal and social factors haveon a young person’s development.

National 4-H Council 4-H is the Nation’s largest youth development organization, serving more than 6.5 million young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. National 4-H Council is the national, private sector, non-profit partner of the 4-H Youth Development Program and its parent, the Cooperative Extension System of the United States Department of Agriculture. For more information, visit www.fourhcouncil.edu.

Native America Calling is seeking a dynamic, intelligent journalist to join the NAC team as Associate Producer. Candidate must be willing to train for live, on-air fill-in hosting for NAC and also train to anchor/produce National Native News. We’re looking for someone with excellent research and writing skills with a broad knowledge of Native America and current issues effecting Native people. The position salary range is $30,0000-$35,000 DOE, plus benefits. Position will be open until illed. To apply, please mail your resume, writing samples, audio samples and three references to:

Associate ProducerSusan Braine, COO-NationalP.O. Box 40164Albuquerque, NM 87196

The 21sT CenTury

CommuniTy Learning

CenTer has openings for

The foLLowing posiTions:

Creative and dedicated person needed as after school program leader for students in grades 5-8 at the Colville Reservation Agency Campus. Individual will coordinate and provide academic tutoring and project based learning around reading and math as well as lead students through planning for after high school. Ability to provide alternative teaching methods or knowledge of learning styles of Indian students and familiarity with Tribal/reservation lifestyle preferred. 12-15 hours per week, Monday through Thursday 3:00-5:30 pm, $20 per hour. Teaching experience preferred. Applicants must pass a Washington State background check. Please submit application materials to the Grand Coulee Dam School District Ofice, 110 Stevens Ave, Coulee Dam, WA 99116

Math Coach/Tutor needed to work

with students in grades 5-8 at the Colville Reservation Agency Campus. Individual will work with small groups of students to strengthen math skills and reinforce how math applies in daily life and in the workplace. Ability to provide alternative teaching methods or knowledge of learning styles of Indian students and familiarity with Tribal/reservation lifestyle preferred. 6 hours per week, Monday through Thursday afternoons, $30 per hour. Teaching experience preferred, specialized math training or degree required. Please submit application materials to the Grand Coulee Dam School District Ofice, 110 Stevens Ave, Coulee Dam, WA 99116

TrusT properTy

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Ofice Number (509) 634-2266Fax number (509) 634-4617

BeLvedere

1 Fee Acre with uninished home. No reasonable cash offer refused.

Tribal preference, appointment only, [email protected] Please send me a message.

LegaL noTiCes

A lawsuit has been iled against you in the above-mentioned Court by Colville Tribal Enterprise Corporation. In order to defend against this lawsuit you must answer the complaint by stating your defense in writing and iling it by mail or in person upon the attorney for Plaintiff, Andrea George, at the ofice below stated. If you fail to do this within thirty (30) days after the date of the irst publication of this Summons, a default judgment may be entered against you. A default judgment is one where the Plaintiff is entitled to what it is asking for in the complaint because you have not answered the complaint in writing.

The complaint has been iled in an attempt to collect on dishonored checks you tendered at the Trading Post Store.

Andrea Howard-GeorgeColville Tribal Enterprise CorporationPO Box 5, 515 Birch, Suite ACoulee Dam, WA 99116509-634-3200TT: 12/2007 (2 of 2)

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATIONPursuant to Colville Tribal Code §2-2-71In the Tribal Court of the Confederated

Tribes of the Colville ReservationColville Tribal Enterprise Corporation

dba Trading Post Store, Plaintiff, v. James Slaathaug

COMPLAINTCase No. CV-OC-2007-27342To Defendant:A lawsuit has been iled against you

in the above-mentioned Court by Colville Tribal Enterprise Corporation. In order to defend against this lawsuit you must answer the complaint by stating your defense in writing and iling it by mail or in person upon the attorney for Plaintiff, Andrea George, at the ofice below stated. If you fail to do this within thirty (30) days after the date of the irst publication of this Summons, a default judgment may be entered against you. A default judgment is one where the Plaintiff is entitled to what it is asking for in the complaint because you have not answered the complaint in writing.





dba Rainbow Beach Resort, Plaintiff, v. Karlene L. Stensgar



The complaint has been iled in an attempt to collect on dishonored checks you tendered at Rainbow Beach Resort.


IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE Colville Confederate

Tribes Bryan Kanzleiter, an individual, Re: Laurie E Sison plaintiff, vs. Bryan Joe Kanzleiter, respondent.

A civil action has been started against you seeking judgement of fines paid by plaintiff in regard to your ownership of RED Nissan Pathfinder that was abandoned on or about September 25th 2006 and to which ines were applied to plaintiff with defendant owing. TO

DEFENDANT: You are hereby summoned to respond within twenty days after the date of irst publication of this summons, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned plaintiff, at address below stated; and in case of your failure to do so, judgement will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been iled with the clerk of said court. Plaintiffs’ complaint alleges that defendant negligently and/or recklessly caused plaintiff to pay all court fees for vehicle you own(ed) that was left on the side of the road and thusly caused an abandoned vehicle ine to plaintiff who was never the owner of said vehicle. Total damages will be retained from per capita payments or April Claims settlement until paid in full. Certiied mail response must be made to the court and plaintiff within 20 days or a motion for default will be sought against you for full damages. Dated this 12th day of November, 2007. Laurie E Sison 304 S Street SE Auburn WA 98002

TT: 12/2007 (1 of 2)

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATIONIn the Tribal Court of the Confederated

Tribes of the Colville ReservationSUMMONS/Complaint for DisSolution

of MarriageCase No. CV-DI-2005-25170Prudence Baptiste Morales, Plaintiff/

Petitioner, vs Juan Davila Morales, Defendant/Respondent.

A lawsuit has been filed against you in the above-mentioned Court by the petitioner above. In order to defend against this lawsuit you must answer the petition for dissolution by stating your defense in writing and iling it by mail or in person upon the attorney for Plaintiff. If you fail to do this within thirty (30) days after the date of the irst publication of this Summons, a default judgment may be entered against you. A default judgment is one where the Plaintiff is entitled to what it is asking for in the complaint because you have not answered the complaint in writing.

IT IS SO ORDERED.Dated this 6th day of August, 2007St. D. AycockJudgeTT: 12/2007 (1 of 2)



dba Trading Post Store, Plaintiff, v. Taressa M. Marchand







dba Trading Post Store, Plaintiff, v. Susan and David Reyes







dba Trading Post Store, Plaintiff, v. Tonja L. Bennett-Swimptkin







dba Trading Post Store, Plaintiff, v. Michelle Pierre

COMPLAINTCase No. CV-OC-2007-27298To Defendant:

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Letters to the Editor are published at the discretion of the Editor, as

space permits. No letter which contains defamatory or malicious state-

ments will be published. Any letter which contains questionable mate-

rial will be sent to the Ofice of Reservation Attorney for legal review. All letters must contain the writer’s signature, address, and telephone number (if available). Letters NOT signed will not be published.

Letters are limited to 450 words. Letters exceeding 450 words may be published if space allows and the Editor so chooses. The Editor reserves the right to edit any letter for content, clarity, and length.

Views and opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor, complimentary

or critical, are those of the writer of the letter. They are not endorsed by the Tribal Tribune staff, Tribal Administration, Tribal Business Council, or the Colville Confederated Tribes’ membership as a whole.

Letters To The Editor

Stories That Reach the Mountain TopI thought that living on or near a mountain top (ok, a hill depending on your deinition) I would not be privy to most stories that take place here on the

Reservation. Well that is not quite the case. I hear things, both good and bad and some are quite funny. Unlike the proverbial aged sage on the mountain, living on a large hill has not made me any wiser or being a member of those enjoying their age of retirement. I am altitude-wise closer to God, least I hope I am but that has not given me cause to seriously think of applying for a halo. I do have my wee faults, just ask my family and close friends; they might be able to name one or …two.

I think there is deinite need more input to our Tribal Newspaper from the membership. Show that you care for the place we all call home, our Colville Reservation. We all need to read not only from the same caring people but new voices about the issues, old and new, about our little government, about the folks who to the best of their ‘abilities’ who oversee with the best of their intelligence the reasonable and equitable management of the Tribal programs. I think we can all see there are skills, lack of skills and those who care in their jobs and those who only show up to draw a salary. Voices that aren’t heard from makes everyone assume that everything is ine and life and issues of great concern will just continue as it has these many years. There are a few improvements, but there are needs for sound and educated decisions and advancements to insure the future for our Tribe.

To members who live off the Reservation you need to call home, check with family and friends. Though you may not live here, what goes on here will affect you as it does in all of Indian Country. Remember the story of the nail that was lost from the horse’s shoe?

Adrian Holm, Inchelium

You have to help us slow

these trucks downOn the Afternoon of November 1st I witnessed a logging truck hit my

daughter’s, Marylou Michel, school bus. The had signal lights on because I saw them on. The truck looked like it wasn’t slowing down and then he hit the bus.

What is more important? Getting a load of logs to the mill and getting back into the woods as fast as they can or our own kids on a school bus? Us parents are lucky to have our kids today. We want action done to slow these trucks down for good. Our kids are on Highway 155 every day (morning, noon and afternoon). We think our kids are more important than a load of logs.

Pashcal Sherman buses are on that highway at least 5 days a week. You have to help us slow these trucks down. Tell the logging companies and tribal police to help out with this problem. It’s been going on way too long for our children’s safety do action now before it’s too late. Next time we might not be so lucky.

Parents of Marylou MichelGrade 4, PSISWade V. Michel and Cheryl Michel

The Red Writer is in PrayerWow, who would have ever thunk the once great leaders of all nations are in trouble. Remember when we were very rich, i.e. a chicken in every pot.

We were all so spoiled and thought our millions would never run out. Now we are faced with reality in the tune of a eleven million plus dollar deicit, and how did we get there. Think we all went to sleep and depended on the great white father who sent us white attornies to run the REZ. (CRAP).

Now the council has about one year before the people look for other forms of government. LIKE – a peoples’ council who meets with the tribal council and an ethics committee appointed by the people. Hire a corporate manager and pay him with the money saved from a reduced tribal council of seven who is elected to a four year term. Once it is discovered that dealing with millions is far greater than a household budget the two year term is too short, right.

Now, we must have a zero tolerance drug law on the Rez and use the in place exclusionary law to remove all drug dealers. Also demand drug testing starting at the top (right, people).

Now how about three month audits on all major enterprises and go see for yourself how things are run. Sell our timber to the highest bidder not just local. KILL the tank traps that stop our ire ighters, and will kill some one soon. Develop???

I pray that the council will take charge like the Lucy Covington era and stop all land purchase by non Indians, demand all non Indian employees train someone to ill their positions and make all non Indian positions temporary status.

I think we have a good council now so I will truly pray for them.As always,The Red WriterMelvin “Bugs” Toulou

nespelem School District no. 14

nespelem Board meeting schedule for the 2007-08 term

The Nespelem School Board of Directors has determined that the following will be the schedule for regular meetings for the 2007-08 school term. By a motion, second, and unanimous approval, the Board decided that the last Wednesday of each month (with the exception of December) will be the scheduled regular meeting. The December meeting will be the night before the school Christmas program. All meetings are scheduled to commence at 5:00 p.m., in the school library.

The following dates are the scheduled dates for the regular meeting of the Board of Directors.

November 28, 2007 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

December 18, 2007 Tuesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

January 30, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

February 27, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

March 26, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

April 30, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

May 28, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

June 25, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

July 30, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

August 27, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

September 24, 2008 Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Nespelem School Library

Regular meeting dates and time may be changed by a vote of the Board of Directors. Special meetings will be published on an as need basis.

Respectfully submitted,Wm. HigginsSecretary of the Board Economic Diversiication is the Key

We have been told by tribal leaders that a “downturn in the national housing market” is to blame for cutting jobs and per capita payments, and that “future payments would be based on timber revenues.” This implies we have no choice but to subject ourselves and our future to external forces, namely the national housing market, and that we have no control over our own economic future.

It is not necessary to resign ourselves to this view of our future. We do not have to buy in to this self fulilling prophecy. We expect more of our Tribal leadership than to tell us our future is illed with doom and gloom. We expect more from our leadership than to declare a “inancial emergency,” as a reactive way to deal with a crisis which could have been avoided. We can take the initiative now to ensure this does not happen again.

With the Federal government running record deicits, we cannot continue to rely on federal handouts. To do so, is to subject future generations to poverty. It is necessary for us to shift our focus from forced dependency to self determination.

The key to our future is economic diversiication. A diversiied approach is necessary and can be accomplished without spending tribal dollars. Also, small business development opportunities exist and monies are available without risk to the membership. There are numerous economic opportunities and monies available right now. We can forge intertribal alliances which beneit all those involved in these unique partnerships and take control of our own future. It is only necessary for us to act before it is too late and these opportunities pass us by. We only fail is we fail to try.

By seizing these opportunities, we can create our own vibrant tribal economy. The success of our tribal economy depends upon cost saving strategies, accountability, a inancial management plan and a strategic economic initiative. Our economic initiatives can exist in harmony with the environment and we do not have to rely upon depleting our natural resources in order to do so.

Throughout the history of civilizations, it is a well known fact that cultures which adapt survive. We can become a stable and self suficient nation, with the power to make decisions about our own future, if we only have the will to do so.

I need your help in convincing Council to take action. Contact Council and let them know we can do better, and that it is necessary to do so.Ricard Tupling

This is a call to all Colville Tribal Members.

If you’re not outraged, you’re not paying attention.

Where are the picket signs and protests now? Tribal members were upset when discussion about possible per capita cuts were looming, but where was the outrage about possible employee layoffs? Are we content with a 300.00 per capita buyout? Who is really running the business council?

Are we ruled by democracy or a Monarchy?In the October edition of the Tribal Tribune a new CCT Organizational Chart was revealed. If you have not reviewed the new hierarchy chart, I will

gladly summarize it for you:(1st) Executive Director(2nd) Colville Business Council(3rd) Tribal MembershipClearly, this is not the order of the chart, but this order seems more appropriate when we consider the current state of affairs.The true intent and purpose of the council is to serve in the best interest of all tribal members, instead what we see is a subservient council bowing to

one person.Amid the iscal emergency crisis the CTEC Board has the nerve to appoint new oficers. One can only wonder what the prevailing salary for these

positions might be. But with good Public Relations, CTEC covertly deemphasizes this move with a 1.5 million “Contribution” in the form of a dividend. This resolution was approved by the board because of the recent “budgetary challenges.”

(STAR, 11/07) How long have the business council and the CTEC board known about these challenges and chose not to act in a manner that would be consistent with their goal of inancial prosperity and stability?

I would argue way too long. What is CTEC’s role in our tribal government affairs if not to ensure tribal prosperity and stability? We have sat idle for too long. We need to demand conscious, smart and direct inancial investment with our “dividends”, rather than using the proit to

bail the council out when inadequate, insuficient planning and decision making has taken place.So come this December when we all go to pick up our per-caps lets remember the employees that recently lost their positions. These former Colville Tribal Employees don’t have the luxury of a corporation to aid them in their time of budgetary challenges.“It is dangerous to be right when the government is wrong”. VoltaireDouglas R. Marconi Jr.Enrolled Colville Tribal Member of the Chief Joseph Band

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reserVaTion news8 Tribal Tribune Thursday, december 13, 2007

2007 Veterans Pow-wowThe Nespelem Legion Auxiliary Post No. 114 of Nespelem, Washington,

would like to thank everyone who supported the 2007 Legion Auxiliary Post

No. 114 Pow-wow held November 9, 10, 2007, at the Nespelem Community

Center. Also the Veterans Honor Recognition held at the Veterans Memorial

and Nez Perce Longhouse on November 11, 2007.

You will ind attached copies of the dance category winners and the rafle winners. Again, thanks for the many sponsorships that made the Veterans

weekend a success.

Sincerely,

Barbara F. Aripa, President

Nespelem Legion Auxiliary Post No. 114

2007 Veteran’s Pow-wow Results

Tiny Tots—Six years and under—Sponsored by Destiny Dubois—Outgoing Jr. Miss Poppy

Girls 7-12 Sponsored by: Winner1. Pendleton Dufle Bag Ian Wilder Karee Bourgeau2. Dufle Bag Keely Boozer Thea George3. Dufle Bag Wilder Family Winona Ramos

Boys 7-121. Pendleton Dufle Bag Keely Wilder Josiah Moses2. Dufle Bag Keely Wilder Rowdy Leno3. Dufle Bag Keely Wilder Alex Neal

Teen Girls 13-181. Pendleton Blanket Yvonne/Myra Moses Angelina Spencer2. Pendleton Serape Jeanne/Roy Moon Katrina Blackwolf3. Fuzzy Blanket Grace Moore Camille Simms

Teen Boys 13-181. Pendleton Blanket Elena Bassett Redhorse Wesley2. Pendleton Saddle Blanket Kathy Moses Daylon Dick

Women 18-541. Pendleton Blanket Darlene Wilder/Ellen Moses Carla Gonzales2. Pendleton Serape Louella Friedlander Casey Moore2. Wool Blanket Jackson’s Chevron Amelia Marchand

Men 18-451. Pendleton Blanket Barbara Aripa William Wesley2. Pendleton Serape Dan Nanamkin3. Wool Blanket Cleveland Kids Mark Stanger

Golden age Women 55 & over1. Pendleton Blanket Coulee Dam Casino Barbara Aripa2. Pendleton Serape Erin Moon Roseanna Jim3. Wool Blanket Ryan Moon Lucinda George

Golden age Men 55 & over1. Pendleton Blanket Barbara Aripa Lenny Friedlander2. Pendleton Serape Dee McNevins Joseph Mellon3. Wool Blanket Terri Redthunder John Gros Vener

WarBonnet Special1. Pendleton Blanket Video Quest Sabe Redthunder2. Pendleton Serape Sharon/Soy Redthunder Soy Redthunder3. Wool Blanket Sabe Redthunder Lenny Friedlander

Veteran’s Special1. Pendleton Blanket Northern Quest Lenny Friedlander2. Pendleton Serape Sharey Cleveland Joseph Mellon3. Wool Blanket Lyle Redthunder Juaquin Marchand

lil’ Miss PoppyQueen: Karee Bourgeau, Lapwai, Idaho1st Runner Up: Patricia DuBois, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho2nd Runner Up: Desiree Clark, Elmer City, Washington

Junior Miss PoppyQueen: Velvet Rain Aubertin, Keller, Washington

Drums attending:1. K-Town Keller, Washington2. Northern Plains Spokane, Washington3. Golden Eaglettes Nespelem, Washington4. White Hawk Nespelem, Washington5. Northwest Outlaws Spokane, Washington6. Golden Eagle Nespelem, Washington7. Coyote Soldier Boys Seattle, Washington8. Smalltown Singers Yakama, Washington9. Rose Creek Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Rafle WinnersListed By Rafle Prize, Sponsored by, Winner.1. $250.00 gift certiicate/WalMart, Sam Sampson, Darlene Saxon2. Girl’s Bike, Sam Sampson, Carla Norris3. .22 Rile, Dennis/Nancy Montes, Thomas Aripa, Sr.4. $50.00 Cash, Barbara/Rudy Aripa, Sam Sampson5. Beaded Bolo Tie, Jeanne/Roy Moon, Bob Maldonado6. Pendleton Saddle Blanket, Sharon/Soy Redthunder, Jack Redthunder7. $50.00 Cash, Barbara/Rudy Aripa, Bill Higgins8. George Foreman Grill, Dee McNevins, Josiah Moses9. Beaded Belt Buckle, Christine Redthunder, Casey Cleveland10. CD Player, Rawson/Okanogan, Jenna Cleveland11. Bag w/$25.00 cash, Kathy Moses , Kiernan George Womer12. Beaded Cap, Barbara Aripa, Dr. Hemmer13. Basket w/Women’s things, Ellen Moses, Geri Gros Venor14. Beaded Cap, Rudy Aripa, Veronica Tatshama15. Food Basket, Yvonne Moses Family, Rowdy Sage16. Decorated Plate, Ian Wilder, Patti Bailey17. Decorated Plate, Ian Wilder, Darcy Tatshama18. Beaded Pen, Roscoe Owhi, Lucille Luenano19. Fuzzy Blanket, Joanne Redthunder, Bill Higgins20. Turquoise Necklace, Theresa Padilla, Tillie Gorr21. $25.00 cash, Roseanna Jim, Jolene Marchand22. Beaded Pen, Hank/Lois Pakootas, Ted Bessette23. Colville Tribal Jacket, Colville Museum, Roscoe Owhi24. Beaded Key Chain, Roscoe Owhi, Maureen Marcellay25. Beaded Key Chain, Roscoe Owhi, Casey Cleveland26. Throw, Loretta Pakootas, Mike Howell27. Throw, Loretta Pakootas, Reggie George28. “Chiefs” Throw, Coulee Dam Casino, Jeremiah Talon Redthunder29. Drumsticks, Dan Hurst, Rena Dick30. Barbeque Grill, Nespelem Trading Post, Charlie Moses31. Painting Grover Tapaum, Harvey Moses32. Candle, Grover Tapaum, Michelle Gatlin33. 3 Hands of Beads, Ken Knapp, Ramona Rounds34. Hunting Knife, Ken Knapp, Bill Higgins35. Blanket, Rena Dick, Ramona Rounds36. Bandana, Rena Dick, Theresa Bracco37. Food Tray, Loepp’s Furniture, Jenna Cleveland38. Necklace, Bob Maldonado, Al Desautel Jr.39. Basket Key Chain, Bob Maldonado, Flora Allen40. Blanket & $10.00 cash, Grace Moore, Aaron Carden41. $25.00 cash, Grace Moore, Aaron Carden42. $25.00 cash, Kathy Moses, Bill Higgins43. “Doodles”, Kathy Moses, ? 44. Rawhide Necklace, Sylvia Peasley, ?45. Rawhide Necklace, Sylvia Peasley, ?46. Choker, Two Eagles Pawn, Krista Harmon47. Beaded Belt Buckle, Two Eagles Pawn, Robert Compton

The Veterans Resource Program main purpose is to serve the many veterans who have served our country in time of war and peace time to protect our homelands. As a program it is our responsibility and goal to assist those veterans and their families. The program will attain that goal by assisting with the veterans needs. The Program has one service oficer who has completed training and has had many hours of service processing claims. The one service oficer must review all claims leaving this ofice which takes up a lot of her time. There are two service oficers trainees who can help you get your forms started. It is the duty of the service oficer to assist with the many forms a veterans has to complete when they are iling a claim for compensation. In addition to completing the forms a veteran may need to request records from one or more organizations or facilities which takes time. These are usually support documents which will verify information supplied by the veteran. Then the claim goes to the Veterans Affairs Office. As large as the organization maybe there will be a wait because the VA has many claims it is trying to process as quickly as possible. You should receive a letter in about six weeks or sooner stating that the VA has received your claim and if they need any additional information they will request it at that time. The will not send the Veterans Resource Program any letters regarding your claim. They mail it to the veteran or surviving spouse only. For a surviving spouse to receive compensation the claim must be started prior to the death of the veteran. If you have a family then this can be a very important step in helping your family later on. If you have already received a notice that your claim has been denied and you wish to appeal then you must get the appeal started within a few days due to the time limit. Appeals may take from 3 to 5 years to complete which requires a lot of waiting.

Should you receive a letter that directs you to keep a QTC appointment in Spokane or Wenatchee the Veterans Resource Ofice needs to be informed and if you need assistance gettig to the appointment we will make arrangements to get the veteran to this very important appointment.

If the veteran gets any type of letter from the Veterans Affairs and Veteran Resource Program has been assisting you then please bring the information to the ofice to discuss the letter with the service oficer.

The Veterans Resource Program has been successful in getting abour $140,000 in retro claims returned to several veterans in the local area. This does not include their monthly check. We feel very proud to have helped these veterans receive their compensation after a long paper battle with the VA. We have been able to help some veteran get a rate increase which was long overdue. There has been some peacetime veterans who have received compensation. So if you are not sure if you can get compensation for injuries received during your time of service then visit the Veterans Resource Program to discuss you claim.

In addition to processing claims for veterans the Program will transport veterans or surviving spouses to various destinations depending on the need. The Program transports about 1 or 2 times a month. Due to current budget constraints providing gas voucher, food or medical needs allowances has been put on hold until further notice. The Program will assist with the Soilders and Sailors Forms for Okanogan and Ferry County for those veterans who live in these counties.

Once a year the Mission of The World Organization come to the reservation to do some projects for elders and veterans. These projects in the past has included painting, building wood sheds, handicap ramps which has been very helpful for some of the elderly. The Church

organization is limited to the types of projects they can do during a one week period. The materials and supplies may be donated and the work is done by youth volunteers under the supervision of a carpentuer. The Program looks forward to the Organization returning again next year.

Last year the Program was able to provide some food baskets for veterans and their families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays. There was a care package sent to our service men over seas. Upon request the Color Guard or Honor Guard was dispensed to several different locations both on and off the reservation. Anyone who is intereseted in helping with this detail should call one of the ofices and leave a contact number.

The Veterans Resource Program

Veterans Resource Programhas one new ofice in the Omak area located at the Okanogan Armory. Ofice hours are from 7:30 AM to 4 PM some days and Monday - Friday the Armory is open from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The telephone number for the Armory is 509 826-1571. The main ofice in Nespelem is located in the T.E.R.O. Building on the Agency Campus behind the Trading Post Store with ofice hours from 7:30 AM to 4 PM Monday -Friday. The telephone numbers for the Nespelem ofice is 634-2755, 2756 or 2752 and the Fax number is 509 634-2740. The e-mail address for the Program is [email protected] or [email protected]. If you have any questions please contact one of the ofice and we will be glad to assist.

Lottie Atkins

PFC McClung, Marcus J.34/Weapons Co/CAAT 1Unit 41625 FPO AP 96426-1625

William A. EagleblanketB co. 2-22 Inf. /1/ 10th MTN 2nd PLT, APO AE 09376

LCpl Vasquez, Marchand3rd Recon Bn, H & S Co.Unit 36181FPO AP 96602-6181Note: He’s the son of Tony Atkins and is in Baghdad, Iraq at this time.

CPT Sanders, KelleyHHC 2-2 BCTAPO AE 09390Note: He’s the son-in-law of Nancy Montez and is serving in Iraq.

PFC Buckman, Marci40th Qm. Corps.APO AE 09331

Robert St. PaulG FSC, 215th BSB, 2-82 FA, 1 CDLSA ANACONDA, APO AE 09391

Ronnie C Hearne447th AEG/ELRS/APFAPO AE 09321

Friedlander, Cilxusasqet S.S-3 HHC 3/2 SCRUnit #43464APO AE 09332

SFC Michael DesautelA Btry 5-5 ADALSA AnacondaAPO AE 09391

LAUNER MARY E TRP 1-6 CAV APO AE 09338

Our Tribal

Soldiers

On Active Duty

32nd Veteran’s Day

Pow-Wow November 10

GETTING WARMED UP--Christine Redthunder, 18 months old, practices her moves during the Grand Entry for the 32nd Annual Veterans Day Pow-Pow held Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Nespelem Community Center. She’s the Granddaughter of Soy and Sharon Redthunder.

WORLD WAR II VETERAN--Earl Decamp (L) who lives in Coulee Dam was in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II in the Paciic from 1944-1946. Earl is 90 years old and was honored at the Pow Wow as the oldest Veteran there.

LEADING THE WAY--Wearing their Warbonnets during the Veteran’s Honor Dance were: (L to R) Soy Redthunder, Sabe Redthunder, and Lenny Friedlander from Moses Lake, WA.

MISS POPPY--Karee Bourgeau of Lapwai, Idaho, is the 2007-2008 Miss Poppy. Just behind her is Tribal Elders (L to R) Barbara Aripa and Darlene Wilder

a special ceremony was held to honor and pay inside ......the tribal tribune shows that it past 10...

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