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Volume 13 November 2013 Old Man House Artifacts Return Home
Burke Museum returns hundreds of pieces excavated from Suquamish archeological site
On Tuesday, October 29, the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture delivered hundreds of centuries-old artifacts back to the Suquamish people. The artifacts came from the Old Man House village site, where archaeological evidence indicates people have been living for thousands of years. Located on the Port Madison Indian Reservation, Old Man House is the largest known longhouse in the Salish Sea. The Suquamish Tribe’s historic winter village and ancestral home to Chief Sealth (Seattle), the Suquamish Tribal Members gather to get a first look at the returned artifacts. From left, Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch, longhouse was burned Leonard Forsman, Lydia Sigo, Peg Deam, David Sigo and Barb Santos. down by the U.S. the collection, to the Suquamish Tribe. in the new Suquamish Museum faciligovernment in the late 1800s. For the past nine years, the Burke Mu- ty included the desire for a storage area The artifacts were collected from the Old seum has been caring for the Old Man capable of storing and caring for SuquaMan House village site and surrounding House village site artifacts on behalf of mish objects entrusted to the care of othareas during a University of Washing- the Suquamish, while the Tribe was in er institutions. The Museum, just over a ton archaeological investigation in the the midst of building the new Suquamish year old, features a state of the art cli1950s. The collection includes hundreds Museum. mate controlled environment for storage of artifacts, including harpoon points, and exhibition. The objects representing gun flint stones, smoking pipes, adze “The Burke Museum is honored to have activity at the Old Man House Village blades, glass and a bone pendant. For de- cared for the collections during the build- site over the past two thousand years will cades the Burke Museum curated the col- ing of the new Suquamish Museum,” Dr. be featured to help illustrate Suquamish lections for the Washington State Parks Peter Lape, Burke Museum curator of Culture in the premier exhibit, Ancient and Recreation Commission (WSPRC), archaeology, said. “We are excited to re- Shores Changing Tides. Over time, indithe agency that owned the property at turn the collection.” vidual pieces will also help share aspects the time of the excavation. In 2004, the The objects returning home to Suqua- of Suquamish life and work throughout WSPRC transferred ownership of the mish are cause for great celebration. The time in the Museum’s secondary gallery Old Man House State Park, along with vision over the past decade that resulted designed for rotating exhibits.
Tribal Library Receives Grants for Mentoring Program
Nearly $200,000 will support youth mentoring and services at new Suquamish library by Jan Jackson
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No. 11 Tribal Council Seeks Members To Serve On Executive Boards Ten positions up in 2014
The Suquamish Tribal Council is seeking applications from Tribal Members for positions on several executive boards that are up for appointment in 2014. The Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors has two positions up for appointment. Position 5 currently held by Cheryl Lawrence and Position 6, held by Nigel Lawrence. On average, PME Board Members spend 30 hours a month attending and preparing for board activities including board meetings. Board meetings typically take place on the Suquamish reservation during regular business hours. Attendance at regional and national conferences and trainings may also be necessary. One Tribal Gaming Commission position is up for appointment. Position 4, currently held by Roger Contraro. Two Seafood Board positions will also be up for appointment. Position 2 currently held by Cherry May and Position 3, held by James Lawrence. Housing Board Position 3 currently held by Jim Henry and Position 4, held by Trish Chargualaf will be up for appointment as well. Higher Education Board Position 4, currently held by Rob Purser will also be up. In addition, two Museum Board of Directors positions will be up in the coming year. Position 1 currently held by Peg Deam and Position 2, held by Barb Santos. With the exception of the Museum Board, positions include a stipend as allowed by charter or ordinance. All appointments are for three year terms. Tribal Members are asked to submit letters of interest to Windy Anderson by mail at PO Box 498, Suquamish WA 98392, fax at (360) 394-3686 or hand delivery to the Administration Front Desk at Suquamish Village.
The Suquamish Tribe has received a $147,000 grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services for the Suquamish Tribal Library and the Chief Kitsap Academy Mentoring Program called Connections: Relationships, Resources and Reading. We were one of 11 applications to be awarded funds out of 42 applicants. These funds will allow the library to be open more hours, provide programs, instruction and resources that engage students, enhance literacy and support rigorous academic standards. It will also promote the preservation and collection of cultural knowledge through mentoring between youth and elders. We plan to record elders’ stories to add to the Tribal Digital Archives. In the second year of the grant, cultural information about the Suquamish Tribe will be made available to students and teachers Chief Kitsap Academy students, staff and community members gathered at the new library in October to hear a speech by Billy Frank Jr. throughout Washington State as part of coursework and school attendance, in- able to the tribal community after school. Mentor Program is off to a great start this the Since Time Immemorial Tribal Sover- creasing engagement between mentors The Tribal Library website is: http:// year, we have matched almost all of our eignty Curriculum. and students, and state-wide access to the chiefkitsap.suquamish.org/TribalLibrary. students with a mentor from the commuOur goals for the program include in- student produced blogs and Elder Sto- aspx. nity. If you are interested in being a mencreasing student independent reading ries in the Suquamish Museum Digital In addition, CKA received another tor or visiting the library, please contact for pleasure, positive perceptions and Archives. The library is now open every $50,000 from the Gates Foundation to Jan Jackson at jjackson@suquamish.nsn. behavioral changes in students about weekday for CKA students and is avail- support our Mentor Program. Our CKA us or call (360) 394-8689. Suquamish News
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Community Calendar Tribal Council Meetings Nov 4 & 18 8:30am Suquamish Tribal Council meetings generally occur every other Monday throughout the year. Meetings are in the Suquamish Tribal Council Chambers at 18490 Suquamish Way NE, Suquamish WA, 98392 and are open to Suquamish tribal members and employees of the Suquamish Tribe. Special reports and guest speaker presentations are open to tribal members only. For more information about meetings, including agendas and specific presentation times, please contact Windy Anderson wanderson@ suquamish.nsn.us. Museum Lecture Series Nov 4 12:30 & 5:30pm Dr., Russell, A Maori Elder, will present findings about her post-doctoral research on Mental Health and Wellbeing among indigenous peoples in the U.S., Canada and Australia, as well as her use of traditional storytelling to undertake the research. For more information, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499. Kitsap Regional Library Suquamish Book Mobile Visit Nov 4 & 18 3:00pm Kitsap Regional Library’s Bookmobile serves the Suquamish community every other Monday, 3:00pm to 4:30 pm in the parking lot at Suquamish Village. Browse the shelves of the Bookmobile or go online before the Bookmobile’s visit to search the KRL catalog for a book, place it on hold and have it brought to the Suquamish Bookmobile stop. You can also return anything you’ve borrowed from any KRL branch library. Other Bookmobile offerings include: books for readers of all ages, audio books and DVDs and current magazines. If you have a question about your library account or wish to obtain a library card, you can talk to KRL staff when the Bookmobile is present. Suquamish Tribe Budget Hearing Nov 4 5:00pm The Suquamish Tribal Council will hold a hearing to discuss the 2014 Budget for the Suquamish Tribe in Council Chambers. All Suquamish Tribal Members interested in the 2014 Budget are invited to appear and express their views at the hearing. Written Statements may also be submitted to the Suquamish Tribe Administration Offices prior to the hearing date. For more information, contact the Suquamish Tribe Administrative Office at (360) 598-3311. Zumba Classes Nov 4-27 5:30pm
Holiday Bazaar
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week in the Gym at the Suquamish Tribe Education Department, located at 15838 Sandy Hook Road, Poulsbo WA, 98370. Classes are free for Suquamish tribal members, their families and Suquamish government employees. For more information contact Priscilla Preuit (360) 271-8708 zumbapriscilla@gmail.com.
Food, Fun & Gifts
Open to the Public
Suquamish Warriors Meeting Nov 5 5:30pm The regular meeting for Suquamish Veterans usually occurs the first Tuesday of every month. All veterans and their guests are welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Veterans Center, 6353 Middle Street, Suquamish WA, 98392. For more information contact Chuck Wagner (360) 633-6236 or the Veterans Center Office at (360) 626-1080. The Veterans Center is also open every Monday 9:00am-3:00pm for Veteran visiting and Thursdays for service officer work 9:00am-3:00pm.
House of Awakened Culture 7235 NE Parkway Suquamish, WA
Nov 9 & 10 9am-4pm
PME Board of Directors Meeting Nov 6 & 20 8:00am Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors meetings usually occur every other week throughout the year. Meetings are in the PME Boardroom at Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort, 15347 Suquamish Way NE, Suquamish, WA 98392. The meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members and invited guests. For more information on PME Board of Directors meetings, please contact Brenda Stice at brendastice@clearwatercasino.com.
Dec 14 & 15 9am-4pm For more information on vendor applications conact Vicky Doyle (360) 394-8479
vdoyle@suquamish.nsn.us
Visions of NK Trails Nov 7 7:00pm Friends of Miller Bay present Visions of North Kitsap Trails, at the House of Awakened Culture in Suquamish, WA. The program includes a showing of wildlife photographs and videos by Don and Judy Willot. Presentations on the latest information about trails in North Kitsap and a discussion of how the Kitsap Forest and Bay Project will affect the trail system will also be shown. Free and open to the public. For more information contact Nancy D’Archangel at (360) 271-6565 or darchangel@embarqmail.com.
98370. New students are asked to call Nancy Silverman at (360) 373-1539 to register. Movie Night at the Museum Nov 21 5:30pm The Suquamish Museum will be showing Reel Injun, a documentary that explores 100 years of movies and how Hollywood portrays Native Americans. For more information, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499. Explore Your Roots Nov 23 11:00am Join Archivist and Curator Lydia Sigo and Education Coordinator Joey Holmes to explore the Suquamish Museum archives for photos and information about your family. Choose images to place on your family tree template to take home with you! For more information, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 3948499.
Storytelling at the Suquamish Museum Nov 13 3:30pm Join Elder Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch to hear the story of Skaykay (Lushootseed for Blue Jay) saved the daylight. All Ages welcome. For more information, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499. GED Orientation Nov 20 2:00pm Tribal members seeking to obtain their GED are encouraged to attend. GED Orientation is held the third Wednesday of every month from 2:00-5:00pm in the Suquamish Tribe Education Department, 15838 Sandy Hook Road, Poulsbo, WA
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A Conversation With Duane Pasco Nov 24 5:00pm Join artist and author Duane Pasco for a special interview about his book Life as Art, at Kiana Lodge. Interview performed
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by Terry Tazioli of the PBS Series Well Read. Book signings and raffles will be available at the reception. Entry is free. All proceeds from the event benefit the JayHawk Institute. For more information visit www.jayhawkinstitute.org. Holiday Baskets Nov 26 11:00am The Suquamish Tribe Human Services Department will be distributing holiday baskets to Tribal Member Households from 11:00am-3:00pm at the House of Awakened Culture. For more information contact the Human Services Department at (360) 394-8413. Museum Lecture Series Dec 4 12:00pm Lummi Carver Felix Solomon & Dr. Fields will visit Suquamish to talk about A Totem Pole History: The Work of Lummi Carver Joe Hillaire. Dr. Fields was collaborator and editor with Pauline Hillaire about this much anticipated history of the famous carver. For more information, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499.
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Events
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More than 250 community members and their families turned out for the annual Halloween party, hosted by the Suquamish Tribe Human Services Department, on Saturday, October 26. In addition to dinner and prize-filled carnival games, families were treated to costume and pumpkin carving contests at the Suquamish Tribal Education Department Gym. Students from Chief Kitsap Academy also gave party goers a scare, converting the second floor of the facility to a haunted house- complete with ghostly and ghastly gouls.
Chief Kitsap Academy students thrilled and chilled party goers with a haunted house they designed for the event.
James Abler and Amelia Blasche showed off their nerdy selves at the party.
Hailey Myers won a plush toy at the ring toss carnival game. Suquamish Warriors volunteered to host games for the kids.
Annual Health Fair Promotes Healthy Eating Habits
Focus on fruits and vegetables added to popular fruit-infused water community health campaign by Kathy Kinsey
The Suquamish Tribe has been promoting the 5-2-1-0 is healthy living plan that includes five or more fruits and vegetables, two hours or less of recreational screen time, one hour of physical activity and no sugar sweetened drinks. So far, the Community Health Program’s primary focus has been promoting Fruit Infused Waters as an alternative to sodas and other sugary sweetened beverages. The Health Fair kicked off an emphasis on five or more fruits and vegetables daily. Fruits and vegetables were featured throughout the health fair. For a chance to win the door prize, participants talked to one of our two registered nutritionist, Fran Miller and Cathy Gunderson, about how to add more servings of fruits and vegetables daily. Our best health educators are our own members who model healthy behaviors. The fruits and vegetable display highlighted activities at the Early Learning Center, and showed our children and cooks incorporating more fruits and vegetables in their daily meals. Colanders full of fruits and vegetables were raffle and door prizes. A huge colander of fruit and platters of vegetables with dip were available for participants to snack on and take with them. Our cooks, Eanie Abler, Michele Brown, and Gale Feely were our most powerful health educators that day because they taught us through our taste buds that we can easily include five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day. The cooks served a delicious kale and chickpea stew,
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pear and chicken salad, and apple and berry crisp. The Indian (from India) flavored stew was a great hit with sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and ginger, coriander, cumin, turmeric spices. Many participants commented how yummy and filling the meal was. Marilyn Wandrey suggested a Salish tweak to the Kale and Chickpea Stew recipe by using nettles instead of kale. Our cooks are changing health behaviors here in Suquamish. They like to try new healthy recipes and then incorporate them into other meals they serve at the Tribe. Displays and nearly 20 vendors promoted two hours or less of recreational screen time, one hour of physical activity and no sugar sweetened drinks as well. Tleena Ives, Priscilla Preuit, and Melita Zaiss were available to introduce members to exercise classes in the community. Lori Glover and Peggy Snow offered other opportunities to de-stress. Lori talked to participants about Wellness programs that teach new skills and Peggy gave much needed back massages. All and all the health fair was a success with 119 participants, 55 tribal members, and 46 tribal employees. Barbara Hoffman, RN, gave 97 flu shots. Ten people won the Fruit and Vegetable colanders.
Tribal Members receive free health screenings at the annual fair.
the full body scan from In House Imaging, Marguerite McNight won a canvas chair, Nancy Johnston won an hour massage at Kingston Crossing Wellness, and
Jaya Sigo won a stay at Clearwater Resort. We are always interested in making the health fair better. Send us your feedback with suggestions for next year.
The following people won the Passport drawing. Dee Ann Simpson won the Fire Engine Ride with North Kitsap Fire Department, Kippie Joe won the child seat installation from NKFR, Eanie Abler won
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Education
Lushootseed Words For The Kitchen
New CKA Teacher Brings Wealth of Marine Education
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Karen Matsumoto shares her environmental education experiences with Suquamish and other tribes.
I am excited to be a teacher at Chief Kitsap Academy! This semester, I am teaching high school environmental science, middle school language arts, and co-teaching a “UW in the Classroom” class on Addiction and the Brain. I joined CKA several weeks after school started, so I am a newbie as a staff member, but have been working with the Suquamish students for the past four years through Seattle Aquarium’s Citizen Science and Coastal America programs. In 2010 and 2012, I worked with two groups of high school students on an ocean acidification awareness program, producing two short films, and accompanying students to the Coastal America Student Summit on Ocean and Climate in Washington, DC. I came to CKA from Seattle Aquarium where I worked for 8 years as Marine Science Education and School Outreach Coordinator. Much of my work focused on working with tribal communities in Washington, particularly with the Quinault Nation and the Makah, Hoh, and Quileute Tribes through NOAA’s Ocean Science program for 4-5 grades in over 12 schools on Olympic Peninsula. Prior to my tenure at Seattle Aquarium, I worked as Science Coordinator for IslandWood on Bainbridge Island. I have many life experiences I hope to share with my students. In 2009, I was part of an educational leadership team that spent two weeks on Midway Atoll, experiencing firsthand the effects of ma-
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rine debris on a far away island ecosystem in the northwest Hawaiian Islands. I was also a “Teacher at Sea” in 2010, on a NOAA research ship from Guam to Hawaii, conducting acoustic monitoring (listening for whales!) of whale populations along the way. I have also been active in the Bainbridge Ometepe Sister Island Association, and spent time in Nicaragua, involved in cultural exchange and organic farming issues. I still have many friends in Ometepe.
“oven” or “stove” “refrigerator” “carrots” “bread” “food” “sugar” “coffee” “fruit” or “berries” “milk” “meat”
These are some words you can use to start labeling your kitchen. Turn it into a language nest. See if you can guess what these words are and draw or write them. If you need assistance come to language class Tuesday nights. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m. and class is 6-7:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome! It’s a perfect time for beginners! If you can’t attend the classes and would like to learn some Lushootseed, contact Christy Roberts at christyraven@ hotmail.com or contact the Education Department and leave a message.
My passion for environmental and social justice issues has led me to work with communities of color, and I hope to integrate these experiences into my teaching at CKA. I am currently on the Boards of Directors of the Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition (DRCC) and the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Community (BIJAC). My interest in environmental justice keeps me involved in work with Duwamish River clean up efforts, relevant to CKA students due to the importance of the river to the Tribe. I have also been active in social justice education, and lead teacher workshops on the Japanese American WWII internment experience and civil liberties education. I have worked with BIJAC to co-produce five educational films and over 40 oral histories of the internment experience.
teach at CKA. It is refreshing to work with students who come with a different worldview from my own Japanese heritage. I am constantly learning from my students, and they helping me to learn the basics of Lushootseed! I am hoping to incorporate as much cultural and indigenous perspectives into student learning as possible to help enrich their school experiences, as well as bring my own knowledge, training, and skills to help I feel honored to have the opportunity to create the best learning experience possi-
ble for my students. I live on Bainbridge Island with my husband John. I have two children, Annie and Nik (who are both grown and live away from home) and also care for my elderly parents – Dad is 100, and Mom is 93! When not at school, I love cooking, reading, drawing, gardening, and enjoying nature. Please come by and visit me at school or call me anytime. I look forward to getting to know the community!
Elementary News by Cindy Webster-Martinson
Change has come quickly this year! Erin Pigott has returned as the coordinator for the after school program. She has been filling in for our Chief Kitsap Academy technology needs. We are all so pleased and grateful for what Erin brings to the elementary program. I will continue to help as needed, but will be in my Tribal Education Department office most afternoons Monday through Thursday and all day on Fridays. I will also continue to assist in the classrooms on a daily basis so that I can continue to spend some time
with the wonderful children whom I often refer to as “my kids.” Nutrition classes began in October. They are ran by Fran Miller every Monday for 15 minutes. The WIN program has started at Suquamish Elementary. For grades K-4, the intervention team is scheduled for each grade level for 3560 minutes a day. The kindergarten team works in stations to focus on math and reading according to each child’s needs. Other classes spend dedicated time in the computer lab or classroom to work on math and reading skills.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SCHEDULE Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Wednesday Early Release
3:50 - 5:00 p.m. 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
NOVEMBER EVENTS Early Release Monday Nov 11 Thursday Nov 14 Monday Nov 18 Thursday Nov 21 Tuesday Nov 26 Thursday Nov 28 Friday Nov 29
3:00 p.m. Every Wednesday Veteran’s Day Holiday, No School 6:00 p.m. NK School Board Meeting Suquamish PTSA Meeting, Library Vision & Hearing Checks Picture Retakes Thanksgiving Holiday, No School Thangsgiving Holiday, No School
Questions? Comments? Contact Us! Erin Pigott (360) 396-3893 epigott@suquamish.nsn.us Cindy Webster-Martinson (360) 536-7306 cwebster@suquamish.nsn.us Suquamish News
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Government New NCAI President Brian Cladoosby Swinomish leader makes first statement for tribes
LaCONNER, WA- In his first statement after being sworn in as the 21st president of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), Brian Cladoosby – Chairman of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community – called for reduced thresholds for federal tribal disaster assistance and challenged Congress to prioritize Native peoples in the post-shutdown legislative calendar, including acting on the Farm Bill: “As I begin my term, my thoughts and prayers are with the South Dakota tribes. The Oglala Sioux and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribes have been devastated by the recent storm that swept the Great Plains – and the federal government failed, again, to maintain treaty agreements that ensure disaster relief is provided when citizens are in distress. When the federal government neglects citizens in times of emergency, the effects can be long term. Tribes are now eligible for federal disaster assistance under the Stafford Act, however the high monetary damages threshold hampers impoverished areas because what is lost by low-income citizens often does not meet the required amount. The federal government has a fiduciary duty to protect tribal citizens but without changes to the threshold, tribal citizens will continue to suffer from the consequences of disasters. The immediate problems caused by collapsing homes and widespread loss of livestock are only the beginning. Tribal ranchers and farmers in South Dakota will feel the economic impact of this storm for years to come as they will now have to rebuild their livelihoods from scratch. Allowing the current Farm Bill to lapse without action, coupled with the government shutdown, meant that support systems at the Department of Agriculture were unavailable to Native farmers and ranchers during this terrible storm. These failures of Congress prolong the claims process and inhibit Native food production and economic development. Further, with no Farm Bill and the lack of government funding for food assistance programs, many tribal citizens were left without access to food all while these vital programs are used as political bargaining chips. No one – especially our tribal citizens most in need – should ever have to go without food while being used as pawns in the lawmaking process. Congress must pass a Farm Bill that will support tribal nations and others around the country who are in dire straits and it must keep nutrition programs with farm policies because there should never be a disconnect between food production and feeding people. Congress must act immediately to provide rapid recovery for our tribes and work to ensure that political gamesmanship and inactivity does not harm Native peoples again.” Founded in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization in the country. NCAI advocates on behalf of tribal governments and communities, promoting strong tribal-federal government-to-government policies, and promoting a better understanding among the general public regarding American Indian and Alaska Native governments, people and rights. For more information visit www.ncai.org Suquamish News
Welcome New Employees!
Congratulations to everyone who joined Suquamish Government organizations in the last quarter.
Daniel George
Information Systems Help Desk Apprentice (360) 394-8485
Jeff Snow
Jaime Lawrence
Adam Thompson
Alice Pondelick
Tribal Gaming (360) 598-8736
Tribal Gaming (360) 598-8765
Natural Resources Water Resource Tech (360) 394-8508
Early Learning Center Child Care Teacher (360) 394-8578
Janelle Mills
Jason Allen Tribal Gaming (360) 598-8736
Maintenance Night Shift Custodian (360) 394-8590
Early Learning Center Child Care Teacher (360) 394-8578
Jenny Creek
Jeremias Marquez
Kelsey Douthwaite
Lenora Bagley
Lucas Davis
Orville Hills
Rachel Nellenbach
Early Learning Center Child Care Teacher (360) 394-8578
Renee Greenfield
Early Learning Center Education Disabilities Mgr (360) 394-8582
Tribal Gaming (360) 598-8736
Renee Hommell
Early Learning Center Health Services Coord (360) 394-8589
Suquamish Police Dept Geoduck Monitor (360) 598-4334
Tribal Gaming (360) 598-8736
Shery Werbelo
Early Learning Center Child Care Teacher (360) 394-8578
Human Services CHR (360) 394-8469
Early Learning Center One-on-One Aid (360) 394-8578
Steve Adams
Sports & Recreation Dept Youth Worker (360) 394-8576
Department Transfers Denita Santos
Early Learning Center Cultural Specialist (360) 394-8676
Ashley Bradley
John Cates
ICW Administrative Assistant (360) 394-8480
Tribal Gaming (360) 394-8708
Terry Johnson
Keith Smith
Human Services Elders Coordinator (360) 394-8472
Sports & Recreation Dept Youth Worker (360) 394-8576
Tribal Gaming (360) 394-8708
Christopher Sullivan
Karen Milmine
Joseph Schaeffer
Sue Henry
Human Services CHR (360) 394-8459
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Tribal Chairman’s Report
Government
by Leonard Forsman
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC) Treasurer Robin Sigo and Health Policy Representative Leslie Wosnig joined me in a meeting at “Fred Hutch’ to learn more about their mission, campus and programs. The FHCRC is working on a project with the NW Portland Area Indian Health Board on cancer rates in Indian Country. The FHCRC doctors are available to tribal clinics for consultation. Sackman North Property Acquisition Meeting Tribal staff supported me in a meeting Kitsap County Staff and Commissioner Rob Gelder to discuss the potential acquisition of 200 acres off Totten Road just north of the Sackman Tribal Housing Project. The county is starting the appraisal process, the first step in negotiations. The acquisition, if completed, will provide land for future housing and land for conservation, recreation and open space. Casino & Resort Expansion Update Meeting Tribal Council met with the PME Board and staff for an update on the construction of phase one of the expansion (parking lot). The project is currently on-time and on-budget. Council Fall Retreat The Tribal Council held their Fall Retreat at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino/Resort to discuss the 2014 Budget and follow up on subjects from the 2013 Spring Retreat. Topics of discussion included Suquamish Shores, Self Funding of Tribal Health Insurance, and Internship programs. Padilla Bay Meet and Confer Meeting Suquamish Tribal staff joined me at a meeting at the Skagit Casino to discuss Suquamish fishing rights in the Padilla and Skagit Bay area, that are being challenged by the Upper Skagit and Swinomish Tribes. WDFW & Tribal Leaders Co-Management Meeting State and Tribal Leaders met at the Tulalip Casino Resort to discuss the past, present and future of the co-management of salmon and shellfish resources in Washington. Some of the elders of the group passed on their experience to the younger leaders to help them understand the history of our relationship and our respective obligation to preserve marine resources for the future. Puget Sound Partnership West Central Local Integrating Organization Meeting WCLIO leadership and consultants met
Centennial Accord attendees. Top row, from left, Greg Abrahamson (Spokane), Leonard Forsman (Suquamish), Dave Burnett (Chehalis), Mel Sheldon (Tulalip), Raymond Smartlowit (Yakima), Ron Allen (Jamestown S’Klallam) and Bill Lyall (Cowlitz). Middle Row, Michael Lawrence (Makah), Ricky Gabriel (Colville), Andy Joseph (Colville), Russell Hepfer (Elwha), Curt Holmes (Kalispel), David Bean (Puyallup) and Shawn Yanity (Stillaguamish). Front row, Charlene Nelson (Shoalwater), Fawn Sharp (Quinault), Kevin Lenon (Sauk-Suiattle), Governor Jay Inslee (Washington State), Brian Cladoosby (Swinomish) and Jennifer Washington (Upper Skagit).
The NCAI annual convention included election of a new NCAI president to replace outgoing President Jefferson Keel. Four candidates ran: 1) Brian Cladoosby (Swinomish); 2) Joe Garcia (San Juan); 3) Juana Dixon (Pauma) and 4) George Tiger (Muskogee Creek). Brian Cladoosby won a runoff against former President Joe Garcia by a mere 25 votes out of 18,000 cast. The meeting were less productive because of the government shutdown, that prevented federal officials from traveling to the convention. Senator Mark Begich (D-Alaska) addressed the convention, the only member of Congress to attend, just after signing documents that reopened the goverment.
with staff of the Puget Sound Partnership to discuss funding of Puget Sound cleanup and habitat restoration. Working to get state agencies to prioritize funding for the actions that tribal, city and county staff have determined are the most important at this time is the key to our success. We will work together to make this happen. Fish Consumption Rate Planning Meeting NW Indian Fisheries Commission Staff and tribal leaders met to strategize for future meetings with Governor Inslee and his staff on issues related to the setting of a new fish consumption rate that better reflects our tribal rate of fish consumption.
Tribal Halloween Party The annual Tribal Halloween party was a great success. Lots of families and creative costumes. And a very scary haunted house! Thanks to all the staff at Human Services, Youth Services and the CKA school that made this a great success.
Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council Meeting The bimonthly KRCC meeting was held in Bremerton at the Norm Dicks Government Center. The primary issues surrounded the KRCC annual priority list of actions for the state legislature and awarding of funds to local homeless programs in the county.
Hood Canal Meet and Confer Meeting Tribal Council and staff attended a meet and confer held at the Port of Bremerton to discuss our intent to ask the court to make a southward adjustment of the court ordered line in Hood Canal where Suquamish can fish without invitation based on newly found evidence showing that pre-treaty Suquamish occupied the Quilcene area and fished at will in waters north of Misery Point at Seabeck.
Meeting with US Attorney I met with Jenny Durkan, US Attorney at her office in Seattle. We discussed ways to improve cooperation between the US Attorney’s office, the FBI and the Suquamish Tribe to prosecute federal crimes on the reservation. The Tribe and the US Attorney have made progress and look to more cooperation in the future.
Centennial Accord Governor Inslee held his first Centennial Accord at Nisqually. The meeting was productive with many candid conversations regarding the issues facing the State and the Tribes. I was on two panels; Education and Economic Development. Other issues included health, cultural resources, hunting and natural resources.
Chief Kitsap Academy History Presentation I presented a review of Suquamish Tribal History and Culture to the high school and middle school classes at the Suquamish Tribe’s Chief Kitsap Academy. The class of over forty students was well behaved and very attentive. This was a proud moment for me, to see our young people engaged in learning their heritage in their own school.
Committee on Geographic Names The quarterly Washington State Committee on Geographic Names was held in Olympia at the Department of Natural Resources. There were no tribal names on the agenda this meeting. A somewhat controversial, and emotional, name proposal for a lake in Lacey was presented by two families with ties to the lake.
Washington State Historical Society Board of Trustees Meeting The WSHS held their quarterly Board of Trustees meeting in Tacoma. Staff went over their budget request to the State legislature, marketing efforts and their exhibition schedule. A popular exhibit on DB Cooper and his skyjacking is currently on display at the Museum in Tacoma.
Constellations Conference I attended the Constellations Conference in Seattle to meet a Maori contingent from New Zealand. The conference focused on ways that nature and culture can help address mental health issues. National Congress of American Indians Annual Convention Tulsa, OK Suquamish News
House Groundbreaking The University of Washington held a groundbreaking ceremony on the Seattle campus for the new longhouse building called the Intellectual House. A large group attended the ceremony. The building will become a central gathering area for UW native students and for native events on campus.
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Suquamish’s First Co-Ed Softball League Hits A Home Run
Sports & Rec Youth Bowling League Strikes A Chord
by Terry Johnson
Every Saturday we start out very early for All Star Lanes in Silverdale, WA. We usually arrive early at 8 a.m. to have some breakfast before clinics. Then at 9 a.m. the league begins and runs until noon. During the weekly program, the youth get to interact with other kids their age and have fun. They bowl as a team and improve their ball handling skills. They had fun the first weekend we started. Now, they are more serious. They know the goal is more than just to land in the gutter. They get upset when the ball doesn’t go the way they want it to. Learning the basics is the first step and the youth listen to the coaches well. They guide them and show them the skills they need to become great bowlers. When the coaches see them improve, they teach them more. Lots of the youth that participate in the League are really good. Whole families show up and they make a day of it. They also have scholarships the league gives out to the kids. They award four $35 scholarships every week. These follow them through the years and can be redeemed when they graduate and be used to any school of their choosing. Kobyn Purser and Quelisha Bayes won on the same day so they have that to look forward too. I love the mornings spent with our youth encouraging them to be good sports and have fun. The look on their faces when the ball curves just right and knocks all the pins down for a strike is priceless! We then return back to Suquamish and hang out at the Youth Center and transport everyone home for the day. Kamiakin, Sequoia, Kaylayla and Hailey make up one team. Then I have Tutaiud who plays with another team of 4 youth her age. Quelisha was the youngest till I had another 5 youth come to join the league. Isabell, Olivia, Kobyn, Billy and Sho-shyne joined. They have all been improving and will continue over the next 34 weeks as the league continues through April.
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First place team T&M. Back row, from left, Dustin, Tina, Joey and Ed. Front row, from left, Michael, Mateo and Marisa. Desi, JD, Jessica and Andy not pictured.
Second place team Rez Runners. Back row, from left, Magdalena Turrieta, Raul Turrieta, Andrew Joe, Rayna Espinoza Ives, Gene Jones Jr, Jimmy Boure and Kauika Rapada Peleti. Front row, from left, Stace Jocson, Dan Rapada and Shawn Jones. Savannah Turrieta not pictured.
The Suquamish Sports and Rec Department ran its’ first co-ed softball league this summer. We had four teams join the league and played weekly games on Wednesday nights. Each team played each other twice and ended the season in a single elimination tournament. All the games were fun and competitive. Everyone had lots of support from the community who came and watched the games. For this first season, the teams that played were T & M coached by Mike Bellinger, Rez Runners coached by Magdalena Turrieta, Bench Warmers coached by Aaron Lawrence and Boston with coach Scott Moon. We would like to thank everyone who participated and came to support all the teams. We are looking forward to many more leagues to come!
Third place team Bench Warmers. Back row, from left, Tanner Cheyney, Aaron Lawrence, Steve Adams, Lehua Fontes, Ipo Fontes and Tyler Lagranduer. Front row, from left, Kaui Lawrence, Denita Santos and Shawn Jones. Rico Lemay, John Lawrence and Chris Miller not pictured.
Lil’ Kids Cooking Up Fun!
Girls Basketball Team Shines
From left, VV, Nika, Kia, Kayuana and Barto making pizza. The little kids group was a success. The kids made 3 pizzas than prepared a batch of brownies. While the pizza was being cooked the kids got to watch the movie “Epic”.
Back row, from left, Brandy Boure, Sierra Denning, Kayauna Cordero and Alana Chiefstick. Middle row, from left, Kiaya Natrall and Noelani Old Coyote. Front, from left, Antonia Ewing, Nika Chiquiti and Hali-Aleetsah Deam.
Learning the do’s and don’ts in the kitchen
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Suquamish Youth “Stand Up, Stand Out and Choose Health”
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Staying true to the Washington State Prevention Summit theme, where 8 youth from the current Youth Council and Royalty traveled to and represented in Yakama, WA.
Suquamish Royalty with Miss Washington, Ah-Nike-Leesh Chiquiti, Shaylene Jefferson, Reina Almon and Katelynn Pratt.
Modivational speakers strike a pose with the suquamish representatives.Top left to right: Hailey Crow, Sequoia Chargualaf, Shaylene Jefferson, Uriea Wright, Vincent Chargualaf, bottome left to right: Ah- Nika-Leesh Chiquiti, Katlynn Pratt, Chris and Ryan Sigo.
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Elders Traditional Heritage Specialist News Identifying traditional areas continues to be paramount for Suquamish by Marilyn Jones
I have sent out letters to everyone that I have not spoken with, asking to set up appointment to be interviewed for traditional hunting and gathering areas. We are working very hard to protect our Usual and Accustom Hunting, Gathering and Fishing Areas, by getting information documented. If you do not wish to be interviewed, but know of sites that need to be protected, please set up a time to identify those areas on our maps. It will help us protect these sites for future generations. I attended the Western Museums Association Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah last month. While there I was able to attend a Native American Round Table where we discussed topics of importance to our areas. The main
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California Elder With Suquamish Ties Makes a News Splash in California
topic was preservation of Sacred Sites and land for hunting and gathering. We all stated how this is so important to our people and how without our land we cannot survive in our traditional ways. Each of us expressed how much of our traditional ways are being changed. How we are unable to gather the things we used in the past and now have to look to purchase things we need. How our deer, elk and other animals are moving into areas where houses are now built. Each Tribe, First Nation and Indigenous group seemed to have the same story.
Evelynne Gemmell’s husband featured on Sacramento morning show, crooning karaoke 90 years young. by William Gemmell
Many of you remember listening to Len Austin Gemmell, spouse of Tribal Elder Evelynne Gemmell, croon away Frank Sinatra in local Karaoke contests. Well, you’re not the only ones to enjoy his renditions of Sinatra and Dean Martin. CBS ChanLen Austin Gemmell, from the Roseville & Granite Bay Press Tribune nel 13 News, Good Day Sacramento and three California But that’s just what he did, commemoratnewspapers have recently reported on ing the milestone in April at Extreme Java Len’s prowess as an entertainer. He is Jungle in downtown. He wouldn’t have still performing, even after his ninetieth it any other way. The self-taught singbirthday! It surely gives hope to the rest er does karaoke multiple times a week of us. around south Placer County, including at A now Rocklin, California resident, Len Java Jungle and the Glass Turtle in Rosdidn’t celebrate his ninetieth birthday the eville, and Thunder Valley, Sterling Café typical way- unless you consider a party and Orchid Thai Cuisine in Lincoln. The with family and friends during karaoke Folsom City paper in Auburn, California night at a Roseville coffee shop “typical.” also picked up the story on Len.
During the conference, I also sat in on sessions about diversity, art, and many others on funding, development and archiving. It was great to see many of my friends and make new ones. The items for the Silent Auction went well and made good money. Everyone loved them and I wish I had more information to share about the museum with them. Many said they can’t wait until 2014 when American Alliance of Museums is in Seattle so they can visit the Suquamish Museum. So be ready May of 2014 for lots of visitors! WMA will be in Las Vegas next year and it should be a great meeting. Marilyn Jones is the Traditional Heritage Specialist for the Suquamish Tribe. She can be contacted at (360) 394 – 8526 or mjones@suquamish.nsn.us
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Shepherd’s Pie (ground turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes) Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit Turkey & Cranberry Sauce Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Brussel Sprouts Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Pumpkin Pie Suquamish News
Geoduck Chowder Tossed Salad w/ HB eggs & sunflower seeds Applesauce Muffin Yogurt, Fruit & Granola Parfait Macaroni & Cheese Stewed Tomatoes Tossed Salad Irish Soda Bread Fresh Fruit
Minestrone Soup Tossed Salad w/ HB eggs & sunflower seeds Applesauce Muffin Cottage Cheese & Fruit Cocktail
Baked Potatoe Bar (Chili, Broccoli, Cheese) Tossed Salad Blueberry Bran Muffin Fresh Fruit
Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Capri Veggie Blend Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit
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Fall Physical Activity Tips
by Kathy Kinsey
The Fall season is a great time to promote a 5-2-1-0 healthy living plan that includes five or more fruits and vegetables, two hours or less of recreational screen time, one hour of physical activity and no sugar sweetened drinks.
Sports and Recreation Department when they go on various weekends. We reimburse tribal members and tribal employee $20 per month on gym membership when they produce attendance of going 8 times or more in a calendar month.
tivities. With the kids in school, parents may have more time to check out those classes.
Think outside the box Always wanted to learn to break or tap dance, try boxing- master the jump rope? Ask any schoolchild: Fall is a great time to learn something new.
Fall is the perfect time to gain new physical skills, because you burn fewer calories when you begin a new activity (thanks to the learning curve). If you learn something new now, by next summer, you’ll have mastered the skill -- and you’ll burn more calories doing it, just in time for swimsuit season.
Many classes at gyms and elsewhere get started in the Fall, so look around and see if something intrigues you. Check out the Sports and Recreation calendar of ac-
Remember Tribal members can obtain free swim passes for the Bainbridge Island Aquatic Center from Human Services or join the
The following classes and activities are open free to Tribal members, Tribal employees, and their families: • • •
Walking Club Wednesdays 12 noon at House of Awakening Culture Zumba Mondays and Thursdays at the Old Tribal Center 5pm Zumba Toning Tuesdays at the Old Tribal Center 5pm
A Primer on Roasting Root Vegetables by Fran Miller
Roots were an important part of the traditional Coast Salish diet. While we may not be able to wild harvest a majority of our food anymore, root vegetables that are available in the grocery store have some nutritional similarities to some of the wild roots that made up our ancestors’ diet. They are high in complex starches and fiber, and rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to help our bodies stay healthy. You will find many types of root vegetables on store shelves this time of year. There are potatoes, onion, and carrots, of course, but have you explored the rich flavors of others such as yams, parsnips, rutabaga, turnip, Jerusalem artichoke, and beets? Roasting caramelizes the natural sugars in root vegetables, so it is a great way to bring out their natural sweetness. It is a great way to introduce root vegetables to children, and even to adults who may not have tried them before. Here is a basic recipe to roast root vegetables. It is adapted from http://localfoods.about.com/od/preparationtips/tp/ How-To-Make-Roasted-Vegetables.htm.
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1. Preheat the Oven to 400 Degrees You want the oven nice and hot when you go to put the vegetables in. A less-thanhot oven will turn out less-than-browned vegetables.
Health & Wellness Remember the 30-day rule. It takes about four weeks for the body to adapt to lifestyle changes. That’s why people who give up on their fitness programs tend to do so within the first 30 days. Try to stick with a program for a month. After a month, behavior patterns will have adapted and it will be much easier to stick with it after that. Have questions about how you can get active this fall? Contact Kathy Kinsey, RN 360-394-8535 or Barbara Hoffman, RN 360-394-8468.
fore you pop them in the oven. You can give a finishing sprinkle of salt at the end, so just add a little bit here. 6. Roast at the Top of the Oven Roasting the vegetables in the top third of the oven will help the vegetables brown the best.
2. Cut Vegetables into Even Pieces You want even pieces so the vegetables cook at an even rate.
7. Shake or Turn Vegetables When the vegetables start to brown, give the pan a good shake or use a spatula to turn the vegetables to move them around a bit to brown evenly.
3. Toss Vegetables With Oil In the roasting pan or a large bowl or plastic bag, toss vegetables with a tablespoon or two of olive oil or the oil of your choice. Oil helps the vegetables brown, so don’t skip this step. Drizzle vegetables with the oil, then toss then to coat them as evenly as possible. You can add coarsely chopped garlic, slices of chiles or pepper flakes, or other seasonings at this point, too.
8. Roast Vegetables Thoroughly You want roasted vegetables to be two things: brown and tender. Keep the vegetables in a hot oven until they are both. If they start to get too dark, cover them with foil until tender, and then cook for a final 5 minutes or so with the foil off. If they aren’t browning, raise the heat in the oven and move the pan to the top of the oven.
4. Don’t Crowd the Vegetables You want plenty of hot air to be around the vegetables, all around. The less the vegetables touch each other, the more area on them will brown.
9. “Finish” the Vegetables Roasted vegetables are best with a final drizzle of good quality olive oil and a little sprinkle of salt. Other final hits of
5. Sprinkle with Salt (optional) Give the vegetables a sprinkle of salt be-
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flavor can include freshly ground black pepper, fresh lemon juice, minced herbs (mint, parsley, thyme, or just a wee bit of rosemary are great choices), or balsamic vinegar. Or try a tiny drizzle of honey, especially if you are introducing children to a new vegetable. 10. Serve Vegetables Warm or Cool Roasted vegetables are great while still warm, but can also be served at room temperature to great effect. If you want to serve room temperature roasted vegetables, however, be sure to let them cool in a single layer, uncovered or very loosely covered, so the vegetables don’t start to steam each other and get soggy or sad.
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Business PME Executive Spotlight
Newly elected PME Board President shares vision for the future. by Lisa Rodriguez
A long entrepreneurial career in the communications industry has equipped newly elected PME Board President Greg George with the business acumen and skills to lead the board in a bold new direction. His vision includes reinventing Clearwater to appeal to a younger demographic while continuing to meet the needs and expectations of the current clientele, many of whom are retirees; maximizing the benefits of new technologies, including social media; increasing ROI on all PME properties, and growing vital services for tribal members. It will take teamwork to achieve George’s goals, and he has the utmost confidence in the abilities, determination and heart of the board members, tribal members and managerial team that surround him. “I’ve benefitted from the expertise of several excellent mentors,” says George. “Merle Hayes, Elder, former PME Board and Council Member, Chuck Deam, DCD Project Manager, Former Council Member and PME Board Member, and Wayne George, Executive Director, Tribal Council Vice Chair and Former PME President, have each taught me a great deal about leadership and involvement with the tribe, instilling a calming, common sense approach. I look forward to
PME Board of Directors, from left, Board Member Angel Hill, Board Member Cheryl Lawrence, Vice President Nigel Lawrence (back row), President Greg George, Tribal Council Liaison Robin Sigo (back row), Secretary Treasurer Ed Midkiff Sr., Board Member Merle Hayes (back row).
applying all that I’ve learned from them in my work with Clearwater’s highly capable board of directors and management team. The future is bright!”
and new players like cable companies,” says George. “G.L. George Enterprises helps businesses to understand their options and the ever-changing technology that takes advantage of the convergence of voice and data services over the web.”
George’s communications industry experience began with Sprint in 1974. He started out in the warehouse and rose to the level of Senior Government Account Executive before leaving to start his own company, G.L. George Enterprises, in 1996. G.L. George provides, installs and maintains telephone systems for approximately 300 retail establishments and professional service providers in the medical, dental and legal industries. The company’s customer base spans Everett to Tacoma, with the majority located in Kitsap County.
Originally appointed to the PME Board of Directors in 2009 for a three-year term, George has been active on the Construction and White Horse Golf Club sub-committees. He also serves on the PME Construction Company Board of Directors. Dedicating approximately 20 – 30 hours of his time to PME each week has enabled George to learn a great deal about construction from budgeting to selecting architects and general contractors to working with Tribal Government and Fisheries, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and Kitsap County throughout necessary approval
“Changes within the telephone industry have created competition between local operating companies regulated by the Washington State Utilities Commission
processes, keeping projects on time and within budget. He played a vital role in the planning and overseeing of construction of the new golf clubhouse, and is currently involved in planning and execution of Clearwater’s five-year expansion plan. “My involvement with the tribe has enriched my life with ‘positive stress,’ George chuckles. “I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to be of service to PME and the board, and to help the tribe grow the services it provides – particularly for youth and the elderly, and in the areas of education, transportation and medical benefits.” First things on the board’s agenda in the New Year? “Completion of the casino’s new multi-level parking garage,” says George, “then it’s full steam ahead on construction of the new hotel and meeting space.”
Port Madison Enterprises
The following employment opportunities exist with Port Madison Enterprises. # Of Openings
Dept/Position
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Cage*** Soft Count Team Member (PT) Cashier (FT) Environmental Services Worker (FT) Food & Beverage Prep Cook (FT) DMO (PT) Kitchen Steward (FT) Bartender (PT) $ Deli Cashier (PT) $ Break Room Attendant (FT) Buffet Server (PT) $ Kiana Lodge Server (PT) $ Prep Cook (PT) Chef (FT)
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Accounting*** Controller (FT) Marketing*** Promotions Specialist (FT) CCW Lead Host(ess) (FT) Poker Dealer (PT) $ Dealer/Lead (FT) Retail Masi Shop Clerk (FT/PT) Slot*** Relief Shift Manager (FT) Cashier (FT/PT) $ Sr. Technician (FT) Technician
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39 TOTAL ***Requires Class IIIA (Tribal & State) $- Tipped Position PME APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Port Madison Enterprises applications and Letters of intent must be completed and on file with Human Resource Dept. • All Casino positions require a State and/or Tribal Gaming license; PME pays initial licensing fees for Class II positions. • We accept online applications at www.clearwatercasino.com. If you have questions please contact our Recruiter/Tribal Liaison at (360) 598-8717 or the Job line (360) 598-1360.
Port Madison Enterprises is an agency of the Suquamish Tribe and expressly supports Tribal Preference. Suquamish News
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PME Employees Selected For 40 Under Forty Award
Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal’s awards program recognizes two of Clearwater’s finest Two up-and-coming Port Madison Enterprises employees have been selected for the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty award for 2013. Clearwater Casino Resort Slot Manager Rochelle Stockwell and Player Development Manager Curtis Patnode were recognized along with 38 other winners at a special awards ceremony in October at Kiana Lodge. The award program recognizes outstanding young business leaders on the Kitsap Peninsula. A total of 40 people are recognized each year for the contributions they have made within their fields. Contributions range from starting a company to launching a new product or doing their job exceedingly well. Individuals given the award are characterized as those who have spotted opportunities, sometimes problems and acted vigorously upon them — all before their fortieth birthdays.
Rochelle Stockwell
Rochelle started working at Buck’s A & W in Port Orchard, as a cashier when she was 16. She was promoted to Shift Manager, which taught her how to prioritize school and work, learning early that hard work could pay off. After graduating from South Kitsap, she continued at A & W, but also started working for Clearwater Casino as a Slot Cashier. She enrolled at Olympic College, and after realizing her passion for gaming, deciding to make a career of it. Over the past 9
Port Madison Enterprises CEO Russell Steele, left, recognizing Curtis Patnode, right, as one of Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal’s 2013 40 Under Forty award winners at Kiana Lodge.
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years she’s been promoted several times. She worked her way into the manager position in the Slot Department, and in 2010 she was Employee of the Quarter, and honored as Employee of the Year. She volunteers with Athletic Medicine at South Kitsap High School. She was a member of Leadership Kitsap’s Class of 2012, and has participated in PME’s Relay for Life since 2004.
Curtis is responsible for the effective implementation and management of all marketing activities and initiatives, as well as the management of all aspects of Club Clearwater, and has 30 employees that report to him. After earning a B.A at Western Washington University, Port Madison Enterprises became his second job — the first was
Business in retail with Champs Sports from age 16 – 27. He sees the biggest challenge facing PME being increased competition and online gaming, although over 80% of Clearwater’s current business comes from Kitsap County. His business philosophy is the Golden Rule — “Treat people the way you want to be treated.” Curtis believes a lot of people in business have forgotten that, and that business is about more than just the numbers — it’s the people that matter the most. He also believes leaders don’t ask people to do something that they aren’t willing to do themselves. The accomplishment he’s most proud of is that he and his wife had their first child 8 weeks ago. He also noted that playing sports taught him respect, hard work, practice, preparation and working as a team to achieve a mutual goal. He’s also proud of helping a co-worker earn her GED. Curtis’ community involvement includes being a Mentor to 3rd and 6th grade students at Woodlands Elementary, He’s also an active member of Kitsap Golf and Country Club. Previous 40 Under Forty winners include Clearwater Casino Assistant General Manager Irene Carper, Suquamish Tribe Sports & Recreation Director Manager Barb Santos, Suquamish Police Sargent Ryan George, Suquamish Tribe Communications Coordinator April Leigh and others.
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Community Obituaries
daughter, Gracelynn Burnham.
Vada Virginia Pratt
Suquamish, WA November 2, 1924 - September 30, 2013
Many of you remember her from her time bar tending, waitressing, living in Kingston, Suquamish with Roger and Janis or in Indianola housing with Kim and Eric. She was an icon in our family, taking grandkids to d-derbys, car races, and as teens to rock concerts. She was home every day for the great grandkids as a caregiver to them all.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother and “Oma”, Vada Virginia (Fletcher) Pratt. Vada is survived by her two children, Janis (Roger) Contraro and Janel (Phil) Morin; grandchildren, Kim Kumpf (Alan Martin), Kelly Contraro, Phillip (Sarah) Contraro, Ira Contraro, Jolene Maressa (Terry Brown) and Justin Maressa; great-grandchildren, Tanner and Shilo Kumpf, Joshua and Brittney Timmerman, Kenny, Kaci, Cory, Kaylie Contraro, Janelle Woods-Contraro, Cassie and Nathan Parrott, Kendra Van Wye (Nick Burnham), Raelyn, Jaden and Mason Maressa; along with great, great-grandson Trey Kumpf and great, great-grand-
We would like to thank Hospice of Kitsap County specifically the Fred Lowthian Care center in Bremerton for caring for Vada during her three week stay. They were informative, gentle, caring, sweet, fun, patient, understanding and imaginative. They gave Vada the things we were incapable and unable to provide her at home. The amazing support and comfort they gave us allowed our whole family to
spend precious and quality time with her in her last days. She requested not to have a memorial but for her family and friends to remember her with laughter and smiles, not tears or sorrow.
Letters An Elder’s Thanks I would like to take a moment to thank the Suquamish Tribe Human Services Department for taking the time to deliver and stack wood at my home for the winter. Special thanks to Marjorie Lawrence and her crew for all the extra effort. I truly appreciate the help. Tina Zaiss Suquamish, WA
Richard Allen Luedtke
Indianola, WA March 6, 1950 – October 12, 2013 Richard was born in Burbank, CA. He worked at EAZ-Lift Company as a forge operator for 35 years before moving to Washington with his family. He worked at Clearwater Casino for 15 years, working his way from Table Games Dealer to Supervisor before retiring. He was a proud Tribal Elder and enjoyed learning about customs and traditions. Richard married Lillian Murphy in Las Vegas, NV on November 13, 1977. They spent 35 wonderful years together. His memory will live on with his wife Lillian and sons, Thomas and John. Richard is also survived by four grandchildren, Thomas Jr., Nikolas, Gage, his precious Gavin who was very close to him and two great-grandchildren, Thomas III and Oliver. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert.
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