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Nee-san-naa-xee-ch’aa-ta Num-nii~-ma~s (December) 2014 - Volume 21, Issue 12
Dee-ni' Nuu-wee-ya' SMITH RIVER RANCHERIA TRIBAL GOVERNMENT NEWSLETTER
Honoring Our Past; Serving Our Tribal Family; Protecting Our Children and Independence; and Controlling Our Future.
In this Issue
Waa 'Ee-lee-te (Events)……………………. 3
Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Nutrition Menu………….. 4
Lhetlh-xat-ne-dvn (Tribal Council
Place)……………………………………………… 4
Winter Solstice Sale Vendor Application 5
Notice from the Housing Department…. 6
NAGPRA………………………………………….. 7
Tribal Children’s Christmas Party……….. 9
NDN-tivity Report…………………………….. 10
Halloween Party Report……………………. 11
Save the Date…………………………………. 12
Native Conference Reimbursement……. 13
Youth Activity Reimbursement………….. 14
Community and Family Services………… 15
Call for Artists………………………………….. 16
News from TERO Office……………………. 17
Maa~-xuslh-ghalh (Birthdays)…………… 18
Ch’ee-nvk-t’i (Announcements)…….…… 19
On a clear Wednesday morning at the Arcata airport, we boarded a red and white Beechcraft 35-A33 Debonair and proceeded to receive flight instructions from our pilot, Mike Venturino. Jennifer Savage, Northcoast Environmental Center's Coastal Programs Director, and I were heading out on LightHawk flight to conduct a survey of fishing activity in the Del Norte/
Humboldt area and the weather couldn't be more perfect. After all the pre-flight checks were complete, we taxied down the runway and took off, banking north. Our flight plan included heading north to fly over all the Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) up to the Oregon border, and then we would head south to capture any activity in the South Cape Mendocino MPA, before returning to Arcata. All along our path we would keep an eye out for vessels, get lower for a better view of offshore rocks or boats and keep track of what we observe. Despite the beautiful, sunny, wind-free conditions along our entire flight path, there were only 8 vessels that we encountered, none of which were within any MPA, but noted on the datasheets just the same. LightHawk is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that utilizes the skill and generosity of over 200 volunteer pilots to benefit conservation projects, partners with conservation groups
High Above the Marine Protected Area’s
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from
the Smith River Rancheria Tribal Council and Staff
Jennifer Savage & Rosa Laucci Rosa Laucci & pilot Mike Venturino
South Cape Mendocino MPA
Photo by Rosa Laucci, with aerial support by LightHawk
Continued on page 7
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Employment Opportunities
are always available at Lucky 7 Casino for
qualified applicants. Stop by and apply.
Gail Viellieux
Human Resources Manager
Lucky 7 Casino
Phone 707-487-7777 Ext. 2611
gail.viellieux@lucky7casino.com
CORRECTION:
In the Dee-ni’ Nuu-wee-ya’ November issue, Don Steinruck was referred to as a Tribal member in the article “Learning Food Preservation”. Although
Native, Don is not a Smith River Rancheria Tribal member.
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Kara Miller
Chairperson
(707) 218-7723
kmiller@tolowa.com
Denise Padgette
Vice Chairperson
(707) 218-7719
dpadgette@tolowa.com
Loren Bommelyn
Secretary
(707) 218-0197
lbommelyn@tolowa.com
Joel Bravo
Treasurer
(707) 218-7720
jbravo@tolowa.com
Marian Lopez
Member
(707) 218-0121
Dr. Joseph Giovannetti
Member
(707) 218-6569
joseph.giovannetti@tolowa.com
Marvin Richards Sr.
Member
(707) 951-6730
marvin.richards@tolowa.com
Na’sr-dvtlh-nvsh-dvn (Tribal Office)
Administrative Assistant, Virginia Young
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1223, virginia.young@tolowa.com
Chief Financial Officer, Hank Shields
- (707) 487-9255, ext. 1115, hank.shields@tolowa.com
Community & Family Services Director, Dorothy Wait
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1135, dperry@tolowa.com
Enrollment Specialist, Theresa Ferrer
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1120, theresa.buckskin@tolowa-nsn.gov
Grants and Contracts Manager, Tim Hoone
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1230 tim.hoone@tolowa.com
Housing Director, Earl Brown
-(707) 218-5935, earl.brown@tolowa-nsn.gov
Howonquet Early Learning Program Manager, Ronda Ritchie
-(707) 218-6357, ronda.ritchie@tolowa.com
Human Resources Manager, Terri Camarena
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1215, tcamarena@tolowa.com
Information Technology Director, Darryl Yarak
-(707) 218-7724, dyarak@tolowa.com
NAGPRA, Don Steinruck
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1174, don.steinruck@tolowa.com
Natural Resources Director, Brad Cass
-(707) 218-7504, bcass@tolowa.com
Project Coordinator, Nita Rolfe
-(707) 218-7782, nrolfe@tolowa.com
Self Governance Director, Briannon Fraley
-(707) 951-4152, briannon.fraley@tolowa.com
Social Worker, Paulie Hawthorne
-(707) 218-6005, paulie.boynton@tolowa.com
TERO Officer, Pyuwa Bommelyn
-(707) 487-9255, ext.1190, pyuwa.bommelyn@tolowa.com
THPO Officer, Suntayea Steinruck
-(707) 218-7868, sunsteinruck@tolowa.com
Tribal Administrator, Russ Crabtree
-(707) 218-7727, russ.crabtree@tolowa-nsn.gov
Tribal Court Administrator, Nita Green
-(707) 487-9255, ext. 1160, nita.green@tolowa.com
Lhetlh-xat-ne (Tribal Council) Waa 'Ee-lee-te (Events) Dec 9 Regular Session Tribal Council Meeting - 6:00 pm Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center Dec 11 Wee-ya' (Language) Committee Meeting - 5:00 pm Nii~-li~ Me'-ne', Lucky 7 Casino Dec 12 January Newsletter Deadline Dec 13 Winter Solstice Arts & Crafts Sale 10:00am-4:00pm Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center Dec 17 Waa-tr'vslh-'a~ (Culture) Committee Meeting - 5:00 pm Nii~-li~ Me'-ne', Lucky 7 Casino Dec 18 Fish and Game Committee Meeting - 5:00pm Nii~-li~ Me'-ne', Lucky 7 Casino Dec 20 Tribal Children’s Christmas Party 2:00pm-5:00pm Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center Dec 23 Regular Session Tribal Council Meeting - 6:00 pm Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Hall Community Center Dec 24 Tribal Offices Close at 12:00pm Dec 25 Tribal Offices CLOSED in observance of Christmas
Nee-san-naa-xee-ch’aa-ta Num-nii~-ma~s (December) 2014 All rights reserved. Smith River Rancheria
Tribal Government Newsletter published by the Smith River Rancheria, 140 Rowdy Creek Road, Smith River CA
95567. Phone 707.487.9255. Guest editorials, letters to the Editor or columns do not necessarily reflect the
opinions of the Tribal Council of the Smith River Rancheria or their Staff. The Tribal Council of the Smith River
Rancheria reserves the right to use their discretion in the information they publish. As per the Howonquet
Indian Council of the Smith River Rancheria, no article shall be published or acknowledged in the tribal
newsletter that does not promote and protect the best interests of the Smith River Rancheria.
Editor: Debbie Boardman (707)487-9225 debbie.boardman@tolowa.com
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1 Red Beans and Rice
2 Meatloaf
3 Chicken Noodle Soup
4 Beans with Bacon
5 Chicken Divan
8 Soup and 1/2 Egg salad sandwich
9 Chicken and Noodles
10 Navy Bean Soup
11 Tuna Casserole
12 Breakfast
15 Alfredo Pasta
16 Chicken ala King
17 Sack Lunch
18 Spaghetti
19 Holiday Lunch
22 Macaroni and Cheese
23 Salisbury Steak
24 HOLIDAY
25 HOLIDAY
26 CLOSED
29 Chili Relleno Bake
30 Teriyaki Chicken
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Lunch served @ 12:00 pm
Reserve Lunch @ 707-487-4463 Menu Subject to Change
101 Indian Court in Smith River
Tai Chi - Every Wednesday, 12:30 pm
BP/BS Checks—call CHR @ 487-0215, 464-2919, or 482-2181
RepChem 3rd Wednesday
Suggested donations:
Elders 55+, $2 (some are free) Under 55, $7
Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Nutrition Center Menu - December
Lhetlh-xat-ne-dvn (Tribal Council Place) In October of 2014, the Tribal Council approved:
Resolution #14-42, Membership Approvals. ‘Ay~: 5. Duu: 0. Xwee-la: Miller.
Resolution #14-43 Haswell, Bartley, Bridge Properties to Trust. ‘Ay~: 5. Duu: 0. Xwee-la: Miller.
Resolution #14-44 Drinking Water Tribal Set-Aside Grant Application Funds from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
‘Ay~: 5. Duu: 0. Xwee-la: Miller.
Resolution #14-45 Whale Tail Grant application in the amount of $50,000. ‘Ay~: 5. Duu: 0. Xwee-la: Miller.
Submitted by Administration Department
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Winter Solstice Sale Vendor Application
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Tribal Down Payment Assistance Program
The purpose of the Smith River Rancheria’s (SRR), Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP)
is to provide the members of SRR with affordable homeownership financing opportunities to
help improve the quality of life in the Tribal communities.
Eligibility: The DPAP is available to Tribal members who live within the SRR service area)
and who are purchasing a primary residence. The service areas are in Oregon: Coos County,
Josephine County, & Curry County and in California: Del Norte County & Humboldt County.
DPAP borrowers must meet the credit requirements of the first mortgage lender.
The SRR has established and implemented the DPAP to assist creditworthy households in purchasing a home and is
designed to make home mortgage payments more affordable. The DPAP is for members who do not qualify for other
Tribal housing assistance programs. This assistance is on a sliding scale, based on income level. There has been a
recent change to the sliding scale providing members with a more favorable result.
Please call Linda K. Tuttle, Housing Program Specialist 707-487-9255 x1140, for more information and/or an
application. I will be happy to answer any questions and assist in the completion of your application.
Have you applied for the Down Payment Assistance Program yet? Or perhaps you are already on the list. Don’t wait until you get our pre-approval letter to start working on your credit. If you don’t know your credit score, maybe today is the day to inquire. Errors on your credit report can be an unpleasant surprise when negotiating major financial commitments. Don’t wait until you are buying a house to find out whether your credit report is accurate and up-to-date. Checking your credit regularly is an awesome tool in protecting yourself from identity theft.
Three main companies handle credit reporting. For recorded information on ordering a copy of your credit report, call these numbers:
Equifax – 800-685-1111 (processing fee varies by state, ranging from free to $8; one copy is free if you have been denied credit within 30 days of your request).
TRW – 800-392-1122 (Offers one free copy annually; additional copies must be in writing. Cost varies by state).
TransUnion – 800-916-8800 (Fee varies by state; free if you have been denied credit within 60 days.
Source: Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Atlanta Submitted by Housing Department
Have You Had a Credit Check Up Lately?
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...Continued From Front Cover in the US, Canada, Central America and Mexico, and bolsters environmental protection efforts by making their services freely available to conservation groups. Some are aware of Tr'uu-luu-k'wvt (Pyramid Point) MPA, which is accessible to
the public, and possibly those off of Point St. George, however to actually see the
MPAs, especially the offshore and more remote ones of South Cape Mendocino
was truly spectacular. Viewing the coastline and offshore rocks, that were once
only a colored square on a map to me, from an aerial perspective of 1000 feet
has given me a completely beautiful picture of what the coast and MPA network
encompasses. This was an amazing experience and I feel very fortunate to have
been a part of it. Our Tribal Resources Technician, Jaytuk Steinruck, will also be
participating in an aerial survey with Jennifer in early December.
Submitted by Ocean Governance Prince Island and Hunter Rock
Photo by Rosa Laucci, with aerial support from LightHawk
Tribal Member Assistance Needed Notice from the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) Office:
The Oregon State Hospital has notified the Smith River Rancheria that they are in possession of the cremated remains of Ida Davis
VanPelt. To return the remains to Smith River Rancheria for proper burial, the NAGPRA office needs your help. The hospital has provid-
ed the following information: Ida Davis was born December 5, 1893 and died April 24, 1920. Ida is on the 1910 Indian Census, Chetco
Precinct (Rogue River/Chetco Tribe), Paternal Grandmother is Ameila VanPelt (Rogue River/Chetco Tirbe), Father is Robert VanPelt
(Rogue River/Chetco Tribe) and Mother is Rosa VanPelt.
NAPRA is asking Tribal members for assistance with any additional family history about Ida Davis VanPelt If you have any information
please contact Don Steinruck, NAGPRA Specialist, at 707-487-9255, ext. 1175 or email: don.steinruck@tolowa.com.
Submitted by NAGPRA
Elk Meat Donated to Elder Nutrition Program
During 2014, more than 139 pounds of elk meat was approved by Tribal Council for donation to the United Indian Health Service (UIHS)
Elder Nutrition Program. The elk meat was processed at the Gilbert Creek facility and delivered to the Elder Nutrition site, at Howonquet
Hall Community Center, by members of the Housing and Maintenance staff. The Elder Nutrition staff incorporates the elk meat into the
menu to provide more traditional foods. The program serves lunch Monday through Friday at 12:00pm, and also
delivers meals to those who are not able to come to the Elder Nutrition Site.
Submitted by Maintenance and Administration Departments
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How Do I Contact My Tribe?
The Smith River Rancheria is your tribe and welcomes your input!
Do you have a question? Do you have a suggestion? The following are committees that guide tribal programs: Dee-ni’ Wee-ya’ (Language) Committee Enrollment Committee Fish & Game Committee Higher Education Housing Indian Child Welfare Act Committee (ICWA) Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)
Tribal Emergency Response Team Waa-tr’vslh-a~ (Culture) Committee Correspondence may be addressed to committees:
Attn: [committee name]
c/o Smith River Rancheria 140 Rowdy Creek Rd
Smith River, CA 95567 Correspondence may also be addressed to the Tribal Administrator or Tribal Council. Messages for committees may be left by phone. Call (707) 487-9255 and ask the operator to direct you to the committee staff person or call and ask for the email address of the committee staff person. Department Directors’ and Managers’ contact information is located in every newsletter. Correspondence may also be faxed to (707) 487-0930.
How do I tell the
tribe about my
idea? How do I
ask a question of
my government?
Open Tribal Council Meetings
The second and fourth Tuesday of every month, the Tribal Council hosts a meeting, open to Tribal Members to attend. The meeting
begins at 6:00 pm at Howonquet Hall Community Center, 101 N Indian Court, Smith River, CA 95567. Dinner is provided. Those meeting
agendas include a standing Tribal Member comment period.
The Annual General Membership Meeting - held each March - also includes a standing Tribal Member comment period.
The only issues that Tribal Members are asked not to discuss are confidential and personnel concerns. Those are invited to be submitted
in writing.
Submitted by Administration Department
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SAVE THE DATE!
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Another Successful NDN-tivity
Save the Date!
We usually gather on the Winter Solstice to honor and remember our ancestors and our Holocaust. This year we will not be gathering in December, but will gather on the Spring Equinox, March 20th, at Taa-'at-dvn (by Battery Point Lighthouse) in recognition of the Taa-'at-dvn Massacre in the Spring of 1853. As always family and friends are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.
Submitted by the Waa-tr'vslh-'a~ Department
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Halloween Party Report
Submitted by Community & Family Services
California P.U.C. Commissioner Visits SRR
L to R: Terry Supahan, Consultant; Bill Johnston, CPUC; Tim
Hoone, Grants&Contracts Manager; Darryl Yarak, IT Director; Commissioner Sandoval; Forest James, SRR Tribal Member; Brad
Cass, Natural Resources Director.
On October 10, Commissioner Catherine Sandoval of the California Public
Utilities Commission (CPUC) met with representatives from Smith River
Rancheria. The Commissioner met with several tribes during her trip to
discuss issues including Communication, Broadband and Renewable
Energy. Darryl Yarak, IT Director, made the following comment about
the Commissioner’s visit: “I was impressed with her knowledge of not
only the issues, but her grasp of the technology and impediments to
deploying such was considerable”.
Submitted by Administration Department
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SAVE THE DATE!
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Native Conference Reimbursement Program
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Youth Activity Reimbursement Program
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP):
Community & Family Services (CFS), with the help of Northern California Indian Development
Council (NCIDC), provides a grant that helps low income tribal families with financial energy needs.
This service is limited to Del Norte and Humboldt Counties; however, referrals may be made to
similar services in other Counties.
Contact the CFS Program Specialist at (707) 487 9255, ext. 1131 for more information.
Submitted by CFS Department
Spotlight on CFS Services
Child Care Assistance Program:
The Community and Family Services Department has openings for the Child Care Assistance Program. We are
accepting applications for children in Del Norte and Curry County. Parent/Guardian must be working or attending a
higher education program.
Income limits apply.
Attention Tribal Members:
Community and Family Services Department helps assist with the following programs:
Child Care Assistance Program
Elder Assistance
Elder Emergency
General Assistance
Higher Education/Vocational Training
LIHEAP: Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program
Medical, Hospitalization, and Consecutive Treatment assistance
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Xaa-ghi Dee-ni’ Daa-naa~-yash (New people-welcome)
On October 14, 2014, Tribal Council approved enrollment of the following five people:
Waa-sayn-ni ‘Ay-lish Franklin Bommelyn Kevin Christian Fisher
Canon Alexander Donaldson McKenzie Leslie Fulton
Cora Lee Donaldson
Smith River Rancheria’s Community & Family Services is holding a Gathering of Native Americans
(GONA) and wants you to design the event’s logo!
Gathering of Native Americans: Call for Artists!
Please note that artwork will
be rendered in grayscale
(black and white).
Submitted by CFS Department
Theme: Healing from Trauma
Deadline: 5:00 pm on Friday,
February 27, 2015
Submit your artwork and
contact information to:
CFS, 110 First Street
Smith River, CA 95567
Fax: (707) 487-0137
Email: jessica.haas@tolowa.com
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News From the TERO Office Dv-laa-ha~ Tribal Citizens, Have you filled out a Skills Bank Application, Vendor Application or Application for Indian Owned Business recently? Tribal Employment Office (TERO) uses the information from these forms as a resource to refer Smith River Rancheria tribal citizens and citizens of other Tribal governments for economic opportunities. These opportunities include employment through SRR, contracting and vending. If you are interested in having your name be considered for potential opportunities that may arise in the future please take a few minutes to complete the appropriate form. A summary of the information requested by each application is below.
Skills Bank Application
The Traditional Skills portion of the application is new to the form. To verify any of your certificates, training, permits and education background please provide documentation. Vendor Application
Application for Indian Owned Business
To verify any of your certificates, training, please provide documentation. If you have not filled out any of these forms in the last 12 months please resubmit the forms to update your information. The forms can be found at the Smith River Rancheria Tribal Office, on our website at http://www.tolowa-nsn.gov/departments/tero/ or you can call TERO and we will mail you the forms. TERO looks forward to your application ‘Alh-du, Pyuwa Bommelyn TERO Compliance Officer
*General Information *Traditional Skills *Employment History
*Enrollment Verification *Education, Training and Certifications
*Special Skills or Permits *Work Experience *Training Interest
*General Information
*Enrollment Verification *Type of art, regalia or product you sell
*General Information *Ownership Interest *Geographical Area of interest *Subcontractors
*Business Type *Owner Information *Project magnitude *Suppliers
*Organizational Structure *Indian Preference Verification *Experience *Certificates and licenses
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Maa~-xuslh-ghalh Sri'-lhxvn (Birthday Happy)
Ashton Allen Austin Allen Michael Austin Maximus Baines Guy Balcom Will Baldridge Gary Batini Karen Bimemiller Megan Boardman Anna Boatsman Andrea Bravo Andrew Bravo Seaira Brundin Esperanza Calderon Mya Carpenter Makayla Chapman Zackary Chapman Jalissa Cole Christy Crawford Stormy Criner Timothy Criteser Aleena Dass Devry Davis Kalynn Davis Victor Dobrec III Trista Donaldson Noella Essex Cole Estrada Alvina Fairchild Nellie Fox Felicia Fugate Sierra Fullam Abaline Gardner TyAnn Garey Vancha Gilkey Steven Gochanour, Sr Leon Gochanour Thomas Gochanour Lynne Gonzalez Heather Griffin Tandy Harmon Arnold Hempel Cheyanne Hinshaw Wesley Hinshaw Kourtney Holz Nicholas Husted, Jr. Angel Idol Elody James Tyler Johnson Brannan Jones Dean Jones John Jones Marva Jones Michael Jones Trevion Jones Lorena Joy Garison Kamisky Landon Kamisky Terile Keevil Kaitlin Kendall Ezekial Kirby Tasheena Kirby Jennifer Lavezzo Jaz Leddy Amee Lopez Richard B. Lopez Robert N. Lopez Shalawn Lopez Vernon Losh II Cheantel Loucks Daniel McCann Elsie McClung Mitchel McKuhn Marilyn Mitchell Norah Mitchell Kris Moorehead Hannah Mouser Sadie Nichols Maggie O’Brian Kristina O’Loughlin Zachary Olds Kaydence Owen Amanda Parke Lucinda Parras Holly Pittman Robin Rasmussen Marvin Richards, Jr. Elijah Richards Jesse Richards III Laurene Richards Rocky Richards Tawnya Richards See-lhsrik Richards-Davis Braquel Roberts Ricardo Rojas Arianna Romo Jess Sanders Frances Schriver Philbert Sesher Katrina Simpson Anthony Smith David E. Smith Iris Smith Sharon Smith Gabrielle Solomon Phillip Sullivan Scott Sullivan Cheryl Templer Jacob Thomas Jason Thomas Harold Thornton Tyler Travis Marlee Tribur Alvin Tripp, Sr. Laura Valley Olivia Valley Kimberly Vistalli Melissa Vistalli Shane Vistalli-Alvarado Tina Whipple-Hall Remi White Tisha White Brayden Wilber Tyler Wilber Adie Wilson Skylar Windham Treyvon Wolfe-Easley Claud Wyland
Are You Registered To Vote? Last month a Voter Registration form was mailed to all non-registered voters who will be eligible to register by
April 27, 2015. Tribal members must be registered to vote by April 27, 2015 to vote in the 2015 General Election.
If you did not receive the form and would like to register, please contact the Enrollment Department.
Smith River Rancheria Phone: 707-487-9255 ext. 1120
Attn: Enrollment Email: tbuckskin@tolowa.com
140 Rowdy Creek Road
Smith River CA 95567
Submitted by Enrollment Department
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Ch'ee-nvk-t'i (Announcements)
ATTENTION TRIBAL MEMBERS
We do not have
Addresses for:
Landon O’Reilley
Deidre Warren
Please call the Enrollment Office to update your
address:
(707)487-9255 ext.1120
Or send mail to:
Smith River Rancheria Attn: Enrollment
140 Rowdy Creek Rd.
Smith River CA 95567
Free Notary Services for Tribal Members
at the K’vsh-chu Tribal Office
Contact Garrett Campbell at
707-487-9255 ext. 1103 to make
an appointment
gcampbell@tolowa.com
HAPPY 14TH BIRTHDAY
ANGEL IDOL
WITH LOVE FROM
YOUR FAMILY
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Smith River Rancheria
140 Rowdy Creek Rd
Smith River, CA 95567
NEE-SAN-LHA’-CH’AA-TA NUM-NII~-MA~S (NOVEMBER) 2014 TRIBAL NEWSLETTER
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