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Suquamish News Volume 19
November 2019
No. 11
Sovereign Style In this issue ...
Government Reorganizes – p3
PMECC Lands Navy Contract – p3
Suquamish Sports – p9
Life savers — p5 Burke Museum Opening - p8
Indigenous Peoples Day – p8
Where to Fish – p14
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Community Calendar Events & Meetings 2020 Tribal Budget Hearing Friday, Nov. 1, 2019 @ noon in Tribal Council Chambers Suquamish Tribal Council Suquamish Tribal Council meetings are Nov. 1, Nov. 18, Dec. 2 @ 8:30am. For information, contact suquamish_ admin@suquamish.nsn.us Election Day — Vote! Nov. 5, ballots due. Drop Box in front of Tribal Administration Building. Suquamish Warriors Meeting Nov. 5 @ 5:30pm Veterans and guests are welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Veterans Center, 6353 Middle St. Open Mondays 9am-3pm for veteran visiting and Thursdays 9am-3pm for service officer work. (360) 626-1080 Veterans Day Dinner Nov. 11 @ 1pm, Kiana Lodge
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Suquamish Seafood Board Nov. 15 @ 1pm Meetings are open to Suquamish Tribal members. For information contact Suquamish Seafoods at (360) 394-8512 Thanksgiving Vouchers Suquamish Elders, pick up Nov. 25 @ 8am-4:30pm Other Suquamish Tribal Members pick up Tuesday, Nov. 26 @ 8am-4:30pm. Pick up at Tribal Center Human Services Front Desk. One voucher per household. Suquamish Government Closed Nov. 28 & 29 for Thanksgiving Holiday
Suquamish Elders Events Trip to Shipwreck Beads Nov. 12 Leave Casino @ 8am; return 3pm. Lunch at Hawks Prairie
ELDERS’ PRE-LUNCH EXERCISE
PME Board of Directors Nov. 13 @ 9am Open to Suquamish Tribal members and invited guests. For information on agendas and locations, contact Brenda George at (360) 621-0047 or brendageorge@clearwatercasino.com
When: Mon & Wed, 10:30am Where: Elders Lunchroom Why: For Fun, Strength, Cardio, Mobility, and Balance.
Suquamish Tribal Gaming Com. Nov. 7 and 21 @ 9am Meetings are at Tribal Gaming officers, open to Tribal members. Contact Angela Brainerd (360) 394-8652
Bring a friend! Group is growing. Come join the FUN!
Elders Social Weaving, crafts, and laughter. Elders Lodge. Date TBD Rock Painting Class With Susan Winnie. Nov. 16 @10am-1pm Elders Council Meeting Nov. 19 @ 5:30pm, light dinner, 6pm, meeting at Elders Lodge Toenail Tuesday Nov. 19 @ 7-11:00am at Elders Lodge Elders Bingo Nov. 19 @ 1-3pm at Elders Lodge Movie Night Nov. 26. Meet Della at Regal Poulsbo Stadium 10 ticket booth for ticket and popcorn between 5:30pm and 6:00pm For Elders information contact: Della Crowell (360) 394-8417 Donna Sigo (360) 394-8472 Human Services (360) 394-8465
Coming Up Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 5 @ 5:30pm, House of Awakened Culture
Raffle drawing every Wed!
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On the Cover Joseph Holmes, Jr., rocks Seahawks regalia created by Joey and Denita Holmes at Sovereign Style 2019. (Cover photo by Jon R. Anderson)
Suquamish Tribal Council Leonard Forsman
Chairman
Wayne George
Vice-Chair
Nigel Lawrence
Secretary
Robin Sigo
Treasurer
Rich Purser
Member
Sammy Mabe
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Suquamish Tribal Council Approves New Government Structure
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hen the Suquamish Tribal Council hired Shyla Spicer as executive director, they set an ambitious goal: reorganize Tribal government to improve the delivery of services and programming to Tribal families. After months of planning with Tribal government leaders and Tribal Council, a new plan has now taken shape. Spicer formally presented the plan to Tribal Council on September 23, and the plan was approved by Tribal Council on October 1, 2019. With the approval, the teams are now starting to make adjustments to streamline departments, identify what it will take to make the changes, and prepare for a series of roll outs. The shifts will not be sudden and may not even be noticeable in the beginning. The rule is, there will be no interruption to the services provided to Suquamish families. The plan is to make this seamless and over time it should make government operations smoother and more collaborative. “The new organization will mean better communications and better teamwork,” said Fisheries Director Rob Purser. “That means more efficiently protecting treaty rights and the environment.” Scott Crowell, Community Development Director, has
worked in Tribal government for 28 years. The growth of Tribal government requires a new structure, he said. “So much has changed in the last years; we can’t run it the way we used to,” he said. “The new structure will create a new level of sophistication, efficiency, and communications.” The new organization is structured around the goals of Tribal Government: Prepare for the Future. The team charged with this focus will: • Build and maintain the housing, parks, and infrastructure that will meet Tribal family needs now and for generations to come • Protect and restore fisheries, forests, and other natural and cultural resources • Educate youth, from early childhood through higher education and beyond • Prepare Tribal members to take on specialized positions within the government • Protect Treaty Rights and the exercise of Tribal sovereignty. This team is made up of the Department of Community Continued on page 4
Suquamish Tribe Voters’ Guide
The ballot for the Nov. 5 election has several measures and candidates Suquamish Tribal members should consider carefully. The Suquamish Tribal Council offers the following endorsements:
State Measures (page 1) Referendum 88
Promotes minority contracting and college access. Vote: Approved Initiative 976
Car tab bill would slash state transportation budget. Vote: No
Local Measures and Offices (page 2) North Kitsap School District
Director District 2 – Vote: Mike Desmond Director District 3 – Vote: Breane Martinez Director District 4 – Vote: Nancy Moffatt Director District 5 – Vote: Cindy Webster-Martinson Kitsap County Fire Protection District No. 18 (Poulsbo Fire Dept)
Proposition No. 1, EMS Property Tax Levy Vote: Yes North Kitsap Fire & Rescue
Commissioner Position 2 – Vote: Patrick Pearson
PME Construction awarded $99 Million U.S. Navy Contract
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he U.S. Navy tapped Port Madison Enterprises Construction Corporation, or PMECC, for a five-year contract of up to $99 million in construction, repair, and alteration projects for Naval Facilities Engineering Command Northwest. “We’ve worked hard at expanding our capabilities while maintaining our standards for delivering top-quality projects to our clients,” said PMECC’s CEO Scott George, announcing the new contract. “We are proud of this award and proud of our growing role in serving those who serve our country.” The work will be primarily at naval installations in Washington State’s Puget Sound region, but will also include projects at Navy facilities across the northwest. News of the contract was covered in media throughout the region, from local newspapers and broadcasters to the San Francisco Chronicle and even as far away as the Albany (New York) Times Union. Known in the industry as an “indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity” contract, the agreement will cover multiple projects over five years. With the contract approving overall spending limits in advance, PMECC will be able to respond quickly to the Navy’s specific needs as they arise, said George.
“This contract is intended to provide rapid response for construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, demolition, and repair of real property in a cost effective manner,” according to a Defense Department announcement awarding the contract. The first order under the contract is already in, with the Navy awarding $197,577 for new fencing around Naval Base Kitsap’s controlled industrial area in Bremerton. PMECC’s bid was among five proposals competing for the contact, according to the Defense Department. Tribal officials say the scope of the
contract marks a new milestone in the company’s development and Suquamish Tribe’s growing reach. “PMECC is no longer constrained by our reservation, county, or even state borders. This growth allows us to continue to export our services and expertise to reinvest revenue back into our community in bigger and better ways,” said Port Madison Enterprises Board of Directors’ President Greg George. “We appreciate the support from all who have served on Tribal Council and the PME Board since PMECC was formed in 2008. Without their support we could not have grown the company to this level.” Suquamish Tribe Chairman Leonard Forsman said the Tribe is pleased to learn of the new contract. “This award represents a new era in the relationship between the Navy and our enterprise arm,” said Forsman. “It’s a milestone in our growth as a viable defense contractor and a sign of the Navy’s recognition of PMECC as a vendor that delivers excellent results, building on our ancestral presence here in Kitsap County. “Congratulations to the PMECC Board and staff and to the Navy for this historic achievement, which supports a local contractor, benefits Suquamish tribal citizens, and contributes to the local economy.”
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Suquamish Tribal Government’s New Structure Continued from Page 3
Development, Fisheries, Department of Natural Resources, and Education. Create Healthy Community This team is made up of the Health, Human Services, Tribal Child Welfare, and Sports and Recreation teams. • Foster health through fitness, sports, and health care services • Support wellness through social services, substance abuse treatment, and mental health support • Provide services to elders • Offer workforce development and re-entry programs. Infuse Culture in Everything This is a new development and is still being formed and designed with careful planning with the Culture Co-op, Tribal Council, and many other culture keepers in the community. • Teach the Lushootseed language and Suquamish culture • Study art & history • Learn first foods • Organize cultural activities and other events. Create a Thriving Workplace This team is made up of Human Resources; Facilities and Maintenance; Information Technology; Research, Strategy, and Grants. • Enhance the infrastructure that makes Tribal government effective • Provide skill-building opportunities for staff • Make the workplace an inclusive and safe place to work for all • Provide tools for teams to thrive. The Control Tower team Spicer will continue to work directly with Tribal Council and with the Police, Emergency Management, Communications, and Finance teams, now known collectively as the Control Tower Team.
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hat will this mean for government operations? You can expect streamlined services as teams that had been separate now work together more effectively, intentionally, and with more inclusiveness. You will also see a workplace that is more collaborative, creative, and innovative. “I’m looking forward to the breakdown of silo walls to facilitate collaborative, integrated and efficient services for Tribal Families,” said Nehreen Ayub, Human Services Director. Much has already been accomplished with the sup-
port of Tribal Council and government directors. The formation of the Thriving Workplace team is happening first, and a new position is being created to oversee this department. A job announcement will be coming out soon. Some parts of the plan are still in development. There will be some shifting of work spaces as teams move closer to those they will be collaborating with. The details of the “Infuse Culture” team are still being worked out. Still, the change in culture is already beginning to take hold as the team spirit that created this new plan infuses Tribal government. The process involved department directors and a team of consultants and was led by Spicer. That work is opening up the culture to innovation, creativity, and a renewed focus on Tribal families. The plan will continue to evolve as staff and Tribal Council continue to learn what works and to refine the workings of government. “The change process happens over time,” said Joe Davalos, Superintendent of Education. “There’s always the stages of ‘storming, norming, conforming, and performing.’ In the end, I’m confident that the impacts will be positive.”
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Wellness Center
PO Box 1228 * 18490 Suquamish Way, Suite 107 Suquamish, WA 98392 360-394-8558
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Language Teachers Meet First Peoples Language teachers recently gathered at Kiana Lodge to share insights about their programs and the methods they use to deliver lessons in schools. The event was offered in cooperation with Chief Kitsap Academy and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Bilingual Education Program. Participants were recipients of a Dual Language Grant from the state of Washington, which supports language teaching within schools. Instructors from five tribes and three languages attended. CKA language teacher Serene Williams demonstrated language teaching techniques with her Lushootseed students. CKA senior Miya Smith read a children’s book she illustrated and adapted into Lushootseed. The Chief Kitsap Academy Song and Dance program opened and closed the event. Additional gatherings are being planned so teachers can continue to support one another and share best practices.
Admissions Open at Evergreen
Riding the Wave:
A group for stress & anger awareness Facilitated by Dan Brewer, LMHC & Brian G. Burwell MS, CDP, LICSW-A Suquamish Tribe Wellness Center When:
October 14 – December 16, 2019
Duration: 9 Sessions Time:
Mondays 2:00 – 3:30 pm
The group offers a confidential, safe, and supportive place to process your feelings. Please consider joining us if you want to be more effective in managing strong emotions or feel overwhelmed by stress. There will be presentations about healthy coping strategies, increasing awareness of our emotions, and limiting chaos and conflict in your life. The group been successful for those who have attended and we’re excited to see it grow! Participation is voluntary and is not intended to fulfill expectations for court-ordered anger management. To sign up for this group or for more information, please contact Brian at bburwell@suquamish.nsn.us or call 360-394-8553.
The Evergreen State College is now accepting applications for their Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, which includes concentrations in Tribal Governance, in Public Policy, and in Public & Nonprofit Administration. The priority deadline is February 3, 2020. The Tribal Governance program offers admissions every other year — the next session begins in the fall of 2020. Public & Nonprofit Administration and Public Policy concentrations offers yearly open admissions. Evergreen’s MPA programs emphasize social change and democratic governance in federal, state, county, tribal, public and private entities. The Evergreen graduate program is among the most affordable programs available. For information, visit Evergreen’s MPA website: www. evergreen.edu/mpa. For information about the Tribal Governance program, contact: Puanani Nihoa at nihoap@ evergreen.edu or (360) 867 6202. For information about the Public & Nonprofit Administration or the Public Policy concentrations, contact: Anna Rhoads at rhoadsa@ evergreen.edu or (360) 867 6554.
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Sovereign Style: Beauty, Attitude, Seahawks! T
he excitement was palpable in the House of Awakened Culture as last minute make-up was applied and regalia arranged. Suquamish Foundation staff had been on site for hours, setting out Sovereign Style merchandise, arranging cupcakes and infused water beverages, and positioning the spotlight to light up the runway where models, mostly friends and family, would soon be showing their styles. Outside, Auggie’s Backyard BBQ had food ready to serve, and inside, Deb de Beauchamp and her Olympic College Fashion Merchandising students were helping the models prepare. In all, 30 volunteers helped put on the event that each year showcases the beauty, style, originality, and sovereignty of indigenous designers. The house filled quickly with more than 200 family members, friends, elders and youth, along with visitors in town for the fall conference of the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians. Sovereign Style had begun. “All of our designers are forging a path of strength and resilience for future generations and making our ancestors smile upon us,” said Robin Sigo, Suquamish Tribal Council Treasurer and director of the Suquamish Foundation. It was Sigo and her team at the Suquamish Foundation that brought Sovereign Style from idea to reality. Sovereign Style is an annual fundraising event that does much more than raise money. It’s a place for young people and others without a lot of resources to be part
of charitable giving. It’s also a way to support important community projects. This year, $6000 will go to Legacy Park, the new greenspace that will connect the Suquamish Museum with the Veterans Memorial. And it’s a celebration of the beauty, culture, and contemporary expression of Native artists and designers. The theme for this year’s event was Street Wear. Tessa Sayers was the featured artist. With the help of Suquamish models, the hundreds in attendance were treated to creations that are part of her brand, Soul Curiosity. Others joined her on the runway, showcasing their own street wear styles. Four organizations competed for special prizes: modeled by Tribal Council members • First Place went to the Tana Stóbš Canoe Family • Wrapped in Resilience, which featured shawls, blan• Second Place and Audience Choice Award went to kets and vests the Suquamish Youth Council • “Indian Up!” which showcased ways of bringing in• The Urban Indian Health Institute won Third Place digenous identity to decolonized dwelling spaces, like • An honorable mention went to Families of Color colleges, Congress, businesses, etc. Seattle (FOCS). Mark your calendar — the next Sovereign Style event Others competed as individuals: Joey & Denita will take place October 3, 2020. Holmes, Magdalene Sanders, and Alaina Capoeman. All won first place! The Audience Choice Award went to Denita & Joey, whose son, Joseph Holmes, Jr. sported a Seahawks cedar hat (see cover photo). Next year will be the fifth annual Sovereign Style. It will be a retrospective, celebrating this year’s event and the three previous Sovereign Style themes: • Ribbons of Resilience, which featured ribbon regalia created by LynDee Wells and Alaina Capoeman and
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reservation and practice of our culture is a top priority. Our culture and traditions connect, protect and nurture us. The Suquamish Tribal Culture Committee advises staff and Tribal Council on cultural issues. We met to get a report on Chief Seattle Days and to discuss a retreat to address tribal reorganization opportunities and challenges, and our 2020 budget. The Burke Museum held a series of events around their grand opening of their new facility. The Indigenous Peoples opening event was attended by a few hundred American Indians representing many nations. The exhibits are modern and powerful and we congratulate the Burke on their great accomplishment. Robin Sigo and I celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day by attending and supporting the Paddle to Alcatraz held at the Aquatic Park Cove within the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park. Approximately 20 canoes pulled out to Alcatraz and back to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Tribal occupation of Alcatraz Island, a seminal moment in the history of American Indian activism. The Suquamish Museum Board held its monthly meeting. We accepted some donations to our permanent collection, including an interesting collection of old
trade beads. We also discussed our 2020 budget and the need for more staffing hours in our Collections and Archives Management Division.
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he Suquamish Tribe has a long tradition of active participation in inter-tribal organizations and maintaining government-to-government and diplomatic relations with other governments. This relationship requires an organized and empowered Tribal government. Tribal Council held a one-day retreat at White Horse Golf Course. We discussed some of our top priorities, including reorganization, our housing initiative, health clinic and improving mental health. The Suquamish Tribe hosted the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians Annual Conference at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort. We started the conference with the Sovereign Style Fashion Show held at the House of Awakened Culture, presented by the Suquamish Foundation, which was a rousing success. We had a morning prayer on Monday morning at Old Man House followed by the conference opening by the Suquamish Warriors, Tribal Elder Dolor Mills and the Chief Kitsap Academy singers. Governor Inslee, State Sen. Christine Rolfes and State Sen. Emily Randall ad-
dressed the convention after the formal opening. Culture night was held at Kiana Lodge and featured the Sacred Water Canoe Family and Port Gamble S’Klallam Canoe Family. Wednesday was open gym night with competitive shooting contests and full court play. This was followed by the “I Am King” Michael Jackson Tribute at the Beach Rock Sports facility. We concluded on Thursday morning with committee reports and presentation of resolutions and an address to the convention by U.S. Senator Patty Murray. Thanks to everyone who supported the convention including PME (Irene Carper, Rosie Bayes, Brittany Bakken, Jay Mills and the rest of the team), PO Box 1228 * 18490 Suquamish Way, Suite 107 Suquamish Tribe Suquamish, WA 98392 (Shyla Spicer, Tribal 360-394-8558 Council, the Communications Department, Youth Center, Fitness Center, Health Clinic, Cultural Committee and the Elders), and the Suquamish Founda-
tion (Robin Sigo and the staff). I had a very busy day on October 3 in Seattle that covered many of our tribal priorities. I began by providing a welcome and blessing for the Cascadia Innovation Corridor Conference at the Westin. This conference links Vancouver B.C., Seattle and Portland as a transportation and economic growth corridor. My welcome preceded presentations by Gov. Chris Gregoire and Microsoft President Brad Smith. After this meeting I traveled to the Bell Harbor Conference Center to address the Port of Seattle sponsored Underwater Noise Workshop that was addressing the impacts of noise on the Southern The Suquamish Tribe Resident Killer Whales. I spoke about Wellness Center the cultural connection between the orca whales and the Suquamish Tribe. After this, in the same building, was the annual Chief Seattle Club Lunplace to support your mind, heart, spirit cheon, their annual fundraising event. This was well attended and included an
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Riding the Wave:
A group for stress & anger awareness Facilitated by Dan Brewer, LMHC & Brian G. Burwell MS, CDP, LICSW-A Suquamish Tribe Wellness Center When:
October 14 – December 16, 2019
Duration: 9 Sessions Time:
Mondays 2:00 – 3:30 pm
The group offers a confidential, safe, and supportive place to process your feelings. Please consider joining us if you want to be more effective in managing strong emotions or feel overwhelmed by stress. There will be presentations about healthy coping strategies, increasing awareness of our emotions, and limiting chaos and conflict in your life. The group has been successful for those who have attended and we’re excited to see it grow! Participation is voluntary and is not intended to fulfill expectations for court-ordered anger management. To sign up for this group or for more information, please contact Brian at bburwell@suquamish.nsn.us or call 360-394-8553.
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Government
address by Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and Indian activist Cecelia Fire Thunder. The Chief Seattle Club is embarking on a new housing initiative that will provide housing for the American Indian homeless population. Robin Sigo addressed the luncheon as well, making the ask for contributions to the Chief Seattle Club. Shellfish are an important resource, and we work with our Seafood Enterprise Board and their staff to provide shellfish harvest opportunities for our tribal fishers. Tribal Council met with the Board to discuss the harvest quota on geoducks, the opening of our new Seafood retail store and our oyster operations.
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e have been engaged in law and justice issues for decades here on the Port Madison Indian Reservation. This activity has intensified in the wake of the police shooting of Stonechild
Chiefstick. A public outreach meeting was held in Suquamish to get feedback on the implementation of Initiative 940 that is intended to reduce police use of deadly force through de-escalation. The audience had a productive exchange of ideas, especially in respect to the shooting review process. Kitsap County Prosecutor Chad Enright called together the Kitsap County Law and Justice Committee for a meeting in Port Orchard at the Kitsap County Commissioners Chambers. Law enforcement, elected officials and officers of the courts came together to discuss how this committee, which has been inactive for five years, could be of benefit to local governments and the community. We decided there is a need for further meetings and will meet again in January. We continue to advocate for excellence in education, both in the local school
district and at Chief Kitsap Academy. The Tribal Council, which serves as the Chief Kitsap Academy School Board, met to discuss the successes and challenges at CKA. We discussed the need for a new carving shed and classroom building, employee retention and recruitment and student demographics. The Tribal Leaders Congress on Education held their monthly meeting at the Snoqualmie Casino. State Senator John McCoy provided an overview of the upcoming legislative session, which will address some of the funding shortfalls in the state school system, and we heard reports from some of our higher education institutions, including The Evergreen State College and University of Washington, Tacoma. Leonard Forsman, Suquamish Tribe
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Word of the Month
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ovember is when these salmon return to fresh water to spawn. The Chum Salmon are also known as dog fish. These salmon return to freshwater to spawn and die soon after. They taste the best when smoked.
Seeking Tribal Executive Board Members
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THE SUQUAMISH TRIBE
Suquamish Tribe Hires and Transfers Name Jessica Greene *Misty Moran Lisa Webb Jennifer Morello *Alice Pondelick Vincent Eblacas Kelly Carr Nancy Dysland Christopher Tallon *Lenora Bagley Gidget Lincoln Amber Stvartak * Suquamish Tribal member
Department Early Learning Center Human Services Chief Kitsap Academy Early Learning Center Human Services Chief Kitsap Academy Early Learning Center Health & Fitness Chief Kitsap Academy Early Learning Center Human Services Chief Kitsap Academy
he Tribal Council is seeking letters of interest for • Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board Position 5 Executive Board positions that expire at the end of currently held by Cheryl Lawrence, Position 6 cur2019. Executive Board positions currently up for aprently held by Andrew George. pointment: PME Board members spend approximately 30 • Tribal Gaming Commission Position 3 currently held hours a month attending and preparing for Board by Roger Contraro, Position 4 currently held by meetings. Board meetings typically take place on the Cherrie May Suquamish Reservation during regular business hours. Attendance at regional and national conferences and/ • Housing Board Position 3 currently held by Jim Hen- or trainings may also be necessary. ry, Position 4 currently held by Patricia Chargualaf Terms are three years for all appointments. Board members are paid stipends as allowed by charter/or• Higher Education Board Position 4 currently held by dinance. In order to be considered, Tribal members Brittany Bakken must be 18 years of age and prior experience is recommended but not required. • Seafood Board Position 3 currently held by Lorraine Brice Submit letters of interest to Rebecca Purser, Tribal Council Executive Assistant by mail at PO Box 498 • Enrollment Committee Positions 3, 4, 5, and 6 curSuquamish WA 98392, fax to (360) 394-3686, or hand rently held by Patty Medina, Mable Anderson, Sarah deliver to the administration front desk at Suquamish George, and Brenda Guerrero Village. Letters of interest must be submitted by the end of business on December 11, 2019. Tribal mem• Museum Board Position 1 currently held by Peg bers who signed up for these boards will automatically Deam, Position 2 currently held by Lena Purserbe submitted for consideration. Maloney
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Burke Musuem Opening & Indigenous Peoples Day
The New Burke Museum Opening Above Center: Suquamish elder and artist Betty Pasco was one of six cocurators celebrated at the new Burke Museum opening. Above Left: Donna Sigo, Della Crowley, Kathy Kinsey, and Dickie Johnson were among many who attended to special opening. See video on the Suquamish Tribe Facebook page. Indigenous Peoples Day Right and Below: Chief Kitsap Academy students and teachers marched, drummed, and sang at Indigenous Peoples Day in Seattle.
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Sports & Recreation
Suquamish Girls 3rd & 4th Grade Team Back row: Devany Dutton, Teylor Ives, Taylor Johnson, Hailey Nichols, Ayana Cheyney, Gretta Trunkey. Front row: Emily Sigo, Shaunie Cordero.
Suquamish Tribe Hosts ATNI Basketball Freethrow Tourney epresentatives from the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians took some time out from their annual conference in October to hit the court for a freethrow tournament at the Suquamish Fitness Center. The Suquamish Tribe hosted this year’s ATNI conference at the Clearwater Casino Resort.
R Suquamish Boys 3rd & 4th Grade Team Front row: Silas OldCoyote, Atticus Moffett. Back row: Ethan Alexander, Joseph Holmes Jr., Braylen Edwards-Boure’, Kayo Zaiss, Kenai Ledesma.
Suquamish Takes Second Place in Bremerton Parks & Rec. Softball League Front Row: Ryan Bouré holding Alden Edwards-Bouré,
Brandy Bouré, Malora Chee, Kauilani Lawrence, Aaron Lawrence, Jim Bouré. Back Row: Victor Turrieta, Savannah Turrieta, Gene (Beaner) Jones II, Magdalena Turrieta, We-Laka Chiquiti Jr., Charles Wilson, Chris Sullivan, Andrew Joe, Anthony Pondelick.
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Activities & More Little Miss Renewal follows busy summer with fundraiser for Denver Pow Wow
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ix-year-old Ravena Moffett (Quinault/ Nez Perce) had a busy summer representing the Renewal Pow Wow, attending gatherings and the Tribal Canoe Journey, even as she now prepares for a big pow wow in Denver. One highlight for her summer was the Sac & Fox Pow Wow in Stroud, OK in July. She danced each grand entry, which was impressive considering the humidity and heat.
Among the many people she met, she was particularly impressed with the Kiowa Women Warriors. They are a female veterans group that grabs your attention when they enter the arena by firing rifles (blanks, Ravena learned after asking them). Most recently, your Little Miss Renewal accompanied a Suquamish delegation to Microsoft’s headquarters in Redmond to formally accept a Ford Expedition XLT for the Wounded Warriors. She introduced herself and sang to express gratitude for this gift to our own community veterans group. She is learning a lot and having some fantastic adventures. Her family will be having a bingo dinner fundraiser to help her get to the Denver Pow Wow this spring, where more than 1000 dancers are expected to gather. The kid-friendly event will be at the House of Awakened Culture on November 15, starting at 5pm.
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Sweet & Sour Pork Brown Rice California Veggie Blend Tossed Salad Applesauce Muffin Fresh Fruit
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From Shyla ~ The trials and tribulation of work-life balance
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ork-life balance is always something I encourage with staff. I truly believe you have to take care of yourself to be able to take care of others. The need for self-care is real, especially with the world moving faster, and with more and more asked of us. However, work-life balance is easier said than done. While I have always wanted this sort of balance for others, when it came to myself, I wasn’t so great about it. I am the executive director of the Suquamish Tribe. I am a 40-something, single mother, Yakama Native woman who grew up in Portland. Through many challenges, a lot of self-doubt and little support, I put myself through college. I’ve navigated the culture of corporate America (one of the hardest places to be a woman, let alone a Native one) and chased the brass ring to make a better life for my son and me. Along this journey, I was ridiculed for being a driven woman “who should stay home with her child and leave this hard work to the men.” The truth was, there was nobody else around to make ends meet. The road has not always been easy. When
education. There’s so much to think about around this. This is one of the wicked I chose the career path I did, problems I like to wrap my head around. I realized early that the kind My mom is an important role model of work I loved was never for me. I took her last name because she the same day twice. was the one who broke the cycle for my I enjoyed the challenge of brother and I. She is the one who walked large systemic change — the away from an abusive, alcoholic addict wicked problems that are with two small children and went on to sometimes messy, diamonds complete her Master’s in Education. in the rough, and subtly A few months ago she was diagnosed beautiful. with stage 4 ovarian cancer. What I didn’t I laugh as a coping mecha- know was how rapidly it would spread nism when the problems are at their most and how quickly her treatment plan complex. I do this in my own personal would need to be addressed. life because, let’s face it, we don’t know what life will throw at us. All we can do is throw up the safety nets to catch our falls and fortify our coping mechanisms so we can stay strong for our family, our people, and, most importantly, ourselves. Life has a funny way of testing you. I have been challenged as a single mother with my only child who has real struggles of his own. I think about this a lot as he navigates the educational system. I’ve seen firsthand that those who are challenged with behavioral or learning disabilities fall behind and schools are not always the most nurturing places to catch up. My biggest fear is that we or our children fall out of love with learning and lose 2020census.gov/jobs faith that we can reach our goals through
It’s been rough for her and hard for me to manage because, as a dedicated daughter, I want to be there for every second of her fight. She was the catalyst who set up me and my talented brother to thrive. She’s the one who made the difference in our lives. I carry her strength in me for my son, for our community, and for the work I was destined to do. It’s what gets me up every day, even when sleep is less than it should be. So, I continue to work on self care, imperfectly, but for the love of my family and for our people, and in the hope of leaving the world better than I found it.
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or up-to-date information on where and when to pull in a big haul of salmon, halibut, or other finfish, Tribal members can now look to a new interactive map on the Suquamish Tribe’s website. Casey Schmidt, who was recently hired as the Suquamish Tribe’s Assistant Marine Fish Program Manager, created the new online tool, which allows fishers to locate marine zones that are open and to read the regulations for that area. The tool uses a smartphone’s GPS, so fishers can pinpoint their marine zone while out on the boat. Schmidt spent summers as a kid in Indianola trying to dig up geoducks and chase Dungeness crabs before earning his degree at University of Washington in Biology and Fisheries. More recently, he’s earned master and doctoral degrees
at the University of Florida. Schmidt says he looks forward to helping tribal members exercise their treaty rights to harvest fish in the Puget Sound. “Fishing regulations can change rapidly, and I hope this online map will help fishers get out on the water with the most up-to-date information possible,” said Schmidt. Andy Rankis, the Suquamish Tribe’s Marine Fish Program Manager, applauded Schmidt’s efforts. “Casey hit the ground running for us so that tribal fishermen can hit the water and do what they do best, now even more efficiently,” said Rankis. You can find the new mapping tool at Suquamish.nsn.us in the Fisheries Department section by clicking on Tribal Fishing & Hunting Button.
ctober was a very busy month for me; I went to Spokane to take part in the Northwest Native American Basketweavers Association 25th Annual Gathering, hosted by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. This was a wonderful event. My sister Barbara and I rode together, and this was fun and we learned a lot about the features in my new car. I am still working on my project, which is a deer pouch necklace. It is twined, and this took me two days, weaving, tearing out, weaving and tearing out, seven times. I have learned a great deal of respect for making designs in weaving and how to really watch what you are doing as you work — one mistake and you start over. I will have it done and send my instructor pictures! My instructor’s name is Leanne Campbell from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; she has such a great personality and warm smile. She made us laugh and took time to show each of us how to correct our mistakes. I also purchased supplies to make other things: tulles, needles and beads for mats and weaving into baskets and hats. I would like to thank the Elders Council, Tribal Council, Della, and Donna for making this trip possible. Also my sister for being a trooper and driving both ways, as I am not a long distance driver
and get very nervous on the road with big trucks and lots of cars. October 9–11, 2019, the New Burke Museum opened to Native Americans and celebrated with artists hired to create artworks for the museum. An Indigenous Peoples Preview, Ribbon Cutting with Governor Jay Inslee and representatives from many of the state’s Tribal Councils. Each day was filled with great presentations and speakers. I will say more in December about this. I would like to remind all of you that I am still willing to work with you recording your memories and stories of growing up in Suquamish, Indianola, and anywhere in the State of Washington. Memories of family gatherings, camping, hunting, fishing, clamming, trading, traveling, and/or any type of thing you wish to share. Please contact me at (360) 394-8526 or email at mjones@suquamish.nsn.us. By Marilyn G. Jones
QUESTION: Do you know who this happy couple is and the date? ANSWER: Marilyn and Gene Jones, March 16, 1974, their wedding day!
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YOU ARE INVITED! First Foods are of vital importance to the health and well-being of native people, and our world is experiencing a decline in these critical foods. Our ocean waters, rivers and streams, our mountain tops and the lowest valleys, are experiencing the impacts of an expanding population, a changing climate, and the pressures and needs that come with economic growth.
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The 2019 DNR Tribal Summit will focus on expanding awareness and developing strategies for addressing impacts while supporting the needs of our citizens and communities. Please join with us and the Puyallup Tribe Chairman David Bean for the 2019 Tribal Natural Resources Summit this November to: • Exchange information relevant to our common missions, that of sustainable, responsible resource management.
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• Review current policy and practice • Consider opportunities for shared resource and economic growth Thank you for your consideration— we look forward to seeing you!
THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS DAVID BEAN, CHAIRMAN
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