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Suquamish News Volume 19
March 2019
A Wintery February In this issue...
Changes at Lake Leland pg. 3
No. 3
Late season storms bring record breaking snow to Suquamish
CKA Educators Honored pg. 4
Treaty Panel Discussion pg. 7
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Community Calendar Events Lushootseed Language Classes Mar 6, 13, 20 & 27 5pm Family Lushootseed Classes Wednesdays! Share a meal with community members while learning words and phrases in Lushootseed. Contact Lushootseed Language Coordinator Lena Maloney at (360) 394-8644 or email lmaloney@suquamish. nsn.us. Sovereignty Day Holiday Closure Mar 18 Tribal Government closures include Administrative Offices, Courts, Youth & Fitness Centers, Human Services, Wellness, Human Resources, TCW, Fisheries and the Marion Forsman Boushie Early Learning Center. Essential staff, including Tribal Gaming Observers, Agents and Police will continue to provide services.
Meetings Suquamish Warriors Mar 5 5:30pm Veterans and guests welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Veterans Center, 6353 Middle Street, Suquamish WA, 98392. For more information contact the Veterans Center Office at (360) 626-1080. Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting Mar 6 1pm The Suquamish Seafood Board of Directors meet every other Wednesday of the month, at the Suquamish Seafoods Building on Sandy Hook Road. Meetings are open to
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Suquamish tribal members. For information contact (360) 394-8512. Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission Meetings Mar 7 & 21 9am The Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission holds meetings every other Thursday. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For more information, contact Angela Brainerd at (360) 394-8652. Tribal Council Meeting Mar 11 & 25 8:30am Suquamish Tribal Council meetings generally occur every other Monday. 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 and key staff. For more information, contact Shoshanna Bayes at sbayes@suquamish.nsn.us. PME Board of Directors Meeting Mar 13 9am The Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors usually meet every other week. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members and invited guests. For more information, contact Richard Williams at richardwilliams@clearwatercasino.com or (360) 598-8703. Museum Board Meeting Mar 14 11am For more information about meetings including agendas and upcoming meetings, contact
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the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499. Suquamish Elders Council Mar 19 6pm Meeting are the third Tuesday of the month in the Elders Lodge on Hyak Court. For details contact Della Crowell at (360) 394-8417 or dcrowell@suquamish.nsn.us. Suquamish Fishers Board Meeting TBD These meeting dates and times vary please feel free to contact Kim Kumpf at (360)3948438 or kkumpf@suquamish.nsn.us about any questions. The Suquamish Fishers Board meetings are open to the Suquamish Tribal Members. The following boards and committees had no public meetings scheduled at time of publication, Higher Education Board, Suquamish Tribal Child Welfare Committee, the Suquamish Tribal Housing Board and Enrollment Committee.
From the cover...
Suquamish Police Officer Ryan George uses a chainsaw to cut up a downed tree after a set of three severe winter storms dropped nearly 18 inches of snow on the Port Madison Indian Reservation in February. Suquamish Police assisted with several downed trees over roads during the event, which closed Tribal Offices and schools for four days. Employees from the Suquamish Tribe Human Services, Facilities, Housing and Emergency Management Staff worked through the storms to ensure that elders were cared for, housing roads and sidewalks were cleared, and community members updated on storm response.
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News & Events
Lake Leland Reservation Changes
New rules and regulations for use of tribal recreational property ilies the opportunity to experience the lake and share the campground with fellow Tribal Members. Also new this year is the addition of a deposit for the different sites. Reservations can be made through the Front Desk at the Administration Building. Lake Leland will open for the 2019 season June 1 - September 29. Reservations will open for the 2019 season on April 1. Check in is at 4 p.m. and check out is noon. Reservations will be available on a first come first served basis and will be limited to one weekend per household. After April 29, tribal member households may make additional reservations for the season if availability allows. There is a 3-night limit for all reservations. The Lake Leland Campground will be closed on Wednesdays. Tribal Members who wish to rent the entire facility for special occasions will be considered on a case by case basis.
New this year Lake Leland will open as a traditional style campground for Suquamish Tribal Member Families. Reservations can be made for the Main Lodge, the 3 RV sites, the 7 tent sites and the 5 cabins separately throughout the open season. This will allow more fam-
Tribal Members who wish to rent the in the off season will be considered on a case by case basis. Deposits will be collected at the time of reservation and returned the following business week upon conclusion of your stay, should no damage have occurred. Deposit amounts are $35 for tent and RV sites, $50 for cabins and $100 for the main lodge. Please contact Natalia Tvedt with questions, ntvedt@suquamish.nsn.us, (360)-394-8401.
Native Art Exhibition at New King Street Station
Renovated historic building in Seattle features art by Coast Salish creators SEATTLE, - An exciting new arts and cultural hub opens in Seattle on March 23, 2019, when ARTS at King Street Station debuts with the dynamic exhibition yəhaw̓, which presents some 200 works showcasing contemporary Indigenous creatives. On view through Aug. 3, 2019, the inaugural exhibition yəhaw̓ (pronounced yee-hout) will open ARTS at King Street Station, a historic space now dedicated to increasing opportunities for communities of color to present artwork. “It is fitting that we inaugurate the space with a nod to the incredible artistry of the Coast Salish peoples, on whose land the City of Seattle is built,” says Randy Engstrom, director of the Office of Arts & Culture (ARTS). The exhibition title yəhaw̓ is drawn from the Coast Salish story that tells of Native people from all tribes uniting around a common cause and lifting up the sky together. Appropriately, yəhaw̓ reflects a nuanced, inclusive narrative that firmly establishes Native creatives as belonging in the here and now. Prior to the culminating exhibition that opens March 23, yəhaw̓ has encompassed satellite installations throughout the region, performances, artist-in-residence, a publication, art markets, in an expansive, year-long project. All Indigenous creatives living in the Puget Sound region were invited to participate in the yəhaw̓ project, and all who applied had the opportunity to have their work represented in the programming. Conceived and curated by Tracy Rector (Choctaw/ Seminole), Asia Tail (Cherokee Nation) and Satpreet Kahlon, the resulting yəhaw̓ project features the work of some 200 creators of all backgrounds and experience, in disciplines including sculpture, photography, design, printmaking, woodworking, film, metalwork, glass and textiles. Several artists were commissioned for site-specific artworks, including Chai Adera, Natalie Ball, Demian DinéYazhi´, Malynn Foster, Sara Siestreem, Adam Sings in the Timber, Timothy White Eagle, Christine Babic and more. In addition, 10 emerging artists, such as Priscilla Dobler, Randi Purser and Asa Wright were selected to participate in a mentorship program, receiving artistic guidance from established Native artists.
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News & Education
CKA Educators Honored
Principal Dafoe and teacher Williams receive award
The International Society for Key Women Educators is recognizing Chief Kitsap Academy Principal Lucy Dafoe and Teacher Serene Williams as Outstanding Educators. The two were selected by the Alpha Sigma Chapter of the organization in Kitsap, Wa. and are being honored for their commitment to improving educational opportunities for youth. Dafoe and Williams will be publicly acknowledge for their achievements at a special meeting to be held at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at the Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers. The recognition will include a brief presentation ceremony and reception for the recipients.
New Language House Opens in April Coordinators planning celebration for new building
The new language house will host an open house event on April 22, 2019 from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. The new house is located east of the museum in the adjacent house. All tribal and community members are invited to see the new labeling set up. Teachers will also have labeling “kits� available for guests to take home as part of the event. Guests can also meet the newest tribally certified teachers; Joey Holms and Tu Tai Ud Bays! As the program grows, coordinators look forward to these young people carrying the language through the future years. They are the 4th and 5th tribally certified language teachers for Suquamish Lushootseed. Coordinators host classes every Wednesday for the whole or any part of the family, all ages. All learning levels are welcome. Everyone is encouraged to join the group for dinner at five and classes after, again, every Wednesday.
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Health & Wellness
Narcan Available at Wellness Center
Staff distributing treatment for opioid overdose to tribal members and their families NARCAN (naloxone HCl) Nasal Spray is the first and only FDA-approved nasal form of naloxone for the emergency treatment of a known or suspected opioid overdose. Narcan Nasal Spray counteracts the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Please call Wellness 360-394-8558 to schedule a training session on recognizing opioid overdose and how to administer Narcan. Training sessions will take 30 minutes, and participants will leave with a Narcan First Aid Kit. In effort to support crisis response and be prepared in the event of an emergency.
Narcan is a nasal spray that, when administered, helps to prevent opioid oversode.
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Marriage New Baby Turning 65 Moved New Job We are able to assist you best when you update us with your new information promptly.
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Registration Contact: Barbara Hoffman (360) 394-8468
Suquamish Tribal Members, their households and Tribal Government Employees are eligible at no charge.
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Government
Suquamish Housing Program
Chairman’s Report
by Vicki Cole
The Suquamish Tribe continues to work on improving and maintaining our government-to-government relationships with local, state and federal government representatives and agencies. We do this to protect our treaty rights, improve our community health and welfare and to bring our traditional values to the decision making process.
Building new homes, performing upgrades and providing maintenance for tribal families It has been busy in the Department of Community Development (DCD) these past few months. DCD maintenance and construction staff completed rehabbing 4 homes that are ready for occupancy. In January, 4 homes were allocated to Tribal families; 3 two bedroom homes, and 1 three bedroom home. Two members were also movedin to Tiny Shelters just in time to be out of the cold weather. Currently, all tiny shelters are occupied. New construction at Woolly Dog homes completed recently, and two more scheduled for completion in spring of 2019. In the Newton Complex, DCD staff updated an elders unit with new carpeting, vinyl, new painting, and a thorough cleaning. Two units in the Tundra Development received updated with new carpet, vinyl, and fresh paint. In January, DCD also conducted two emergent housing inspections which resulted in two home ownership units testing positive for methamphetamine contamination at unsafe levels for occupation.
by Leonard Forsman
Tribal Council has made a special effort to reach out the Washington State Legislature this session. A legislative outreach day organized by our political consultant Amber Lewis brought council members to the State Capitol to discuss our priorities with key legislators such as Senators McCoy, Rolfes and Randall, and Representatives Appleton, Hansen and Wilcox. We focused on Puget Sound restoration, education and health care. This effort was supported by individual testimony in front of legislative committees. I testified on three bills. I spoke in support of a bill intended to protect stream habitat from impacts of land development and therefore support orca recovery before the House Rural Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.
Both homes were secured and remain unoccupied awaiting the extensive process of decontamination and re-construction. The decontamination process is to start in the spring of 2019; housing anticipates these two units will be ready for occupancy as part of the homeownership program in the fall of 2019. These types of unforeseen contaminations and the subsequent cleaning processes can cause major delays in the day-to-day operations and demands of the Housing Program. Maintenance and construction staff often have to delay orders as well as construction of new homes as a result. Our decontamination team members include Junior Santos, Chris Santos, Tim BeckSuquamish housing and maintenance staff worked to ensure sidewith, Marcus Mabe Vicki Cole, Victor Chee, and Alan Deam. walks and roads were open during February winter snow storms. The next bill would provide scholarships for American Indian students in Washington State. This bill was before the House Education Committee where I had the opportunity to testify before the Committee Chair Drew Hansen of Bainbridge Island. The third bill supports tribal health programs by allowing Tribes to bill the federal government for medical services at a rate reflecting the true cost of the services provided. I testified in support of this bill before the Senate Ways and Means Committee chaired by Senator Christine Rolfes, who also represents our 23rd legislative district. We continue to engage with the Washington State Department of Transportation on State Route 305 in collaboration with the Port Madison Enterprises Board. We are analyzing plans for improvements on this route between Bainbridge Island and Poulsbo that is so crucial to our economic ... continued on pg. 7
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Government development but also for access to tribal and allottee lands and businesses. We are trying to improve safety and traffic flow for now well into the future. I did have the opportunity to join Governor Inslee, King County Executive Dow Constantine, Muckleshoot Chairwoman Virginia Cross, Seattle Councilwoman Sally Bagshaw and State Senator Steve Hobbs for the SR 99 Tunnel Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting held at the entrance to the new tunnel. I also participated with my wife Jana in the 8-kilometer race through the tunnel and over the viaduct with 27,000 other runners. As the viaduct comes down, the Seattle Waterfront will be transformed. I joined Bardow Lewis and Tina Jackson in reviewing plans for the new waterfront with representatives from the City of Seattle that include tribal art projects and spaces conducive to tribal events. The Downtown Seattle Association held a luncheon to discuss the future of Seattle’s downtown from a business and planning perspective. Vice Chairman Lewis and I were guests of the Chief Seattle Club. Expect Seattle to adapt to new changes in transportation (electric cars), growth (more apartments and condos) and entertainment. Tribal leaders met with the State Department of Revenue to discuss a process for resolving disputes on state taxation issues. We look forward to an improved relationship that will strengthen tribal economies and tribal governments. I had the honor of being the guest of Congressman Derek Kilmer at the 2019 State of the Union. Prior to the event I was able to attend a bi-partisan reception at the Library of Congress and a celebration in the Speaker of the House Office held now by Nancy Pelosi. President Trump addressed Congress, including the new democrat-controlled House of Representatives, in the U.S. House Chamber. The sight of two American Indian women, representatives Deb Haaland and Sharice Davids in the chamber was a proud moment for Indian Country. Tribal boards and committees are vital to the success of our tribal enterprises and many of our tribal government programs. Tribal Council met the Suquamish Seafood Enterprise Board to get consensus on two of their major activities; construc-
tion of a new retail space on SR 305 and completion of a replacement pump system for the seafood plant. Both projects are set for completion soon. We also met with the PME Construction Company staff to discuss their plans for the future. Business in the defense sector has improved and they are seeking ways to improve this sector of their business. The Suquamish Tribal Canoe Family held a Tribal Canoe Journey meeting to begin the planning for our hosting here in Suquamish and departure to Lummi this July. We are also analyzing the feasibility of traveling to San Francisco for the Alcatraz Canoe Journey in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Alcatraz Occupation by American Indian Rights Activists. The Washington State Democratic Party asked me to present an overview of our tribal history and contemporary political activities for their quarterly meeting held in Olympia. The overview of our history, treaty making and efforts to protect our traditional lands was well received. I also was part of a presentation sponsored by the League of Women Voters on the issue of salmon stream blocking culverts. I gave the historic and cultural background while Attorney John Sledd gave the legal background, WSDOT biologist Kim Mueller provided the state’s approach to removing these barriers, and Kitsap County Commissioner Rob Gelder provided information on efforts to address culverts on local streams. The beginning of the year is a time for our intertribal organizations to meet and identify key issues that need to be addressed in the coming months. The Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians held their winter conference in Portland. We had one of our best attended conferences in quite some time which is a credit to the ATNI staff and Executive Board. As ATNI President I want to thank all of our Tribes for supporting our mission and the organization. I also want to thank the Suquamish Tribe for its support of my presidency. The theme of the conference “Representation Matters” was in recognition of all the American Indians elected to public office this year. Prominent topics were Indian Child Welfare and the threat posed by recent legal rulings against the Indian Child Welfare Act, the continuing negative impacts of Climate Change,
Chairman Forsman with Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-WA) in Washingtoin D.C.
the ongoing Opioid litigation, and a report on the efforts to address the epidemic of missing and murdered Indian women in the Northwest and beyond.
The National Congress of American Indians Executive Council was held in Washington D.C. as it is every year. As ATNI President, I also serve on the NCAI Executive Board as the Northwest Area Vice President. We held our Executive Board meeting on the Sunday before the conference and were able to address our ongoing personnel issues in a unified fashion. We had a good showing of Cabinet secretaries at the conference that reported on their tribal programs. Those presenting included Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar, Acting Interior Secretary David Bernhardt, and Housing Secretary Ben Carson. Unfortunately they did not take questions from the Tribal leadership. We also heard from several members of Congress, including Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-WA), Rep. Sharice Davids (Ho-Chunk) (D-KS), Rep. Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo) (D-NM), Rep. Tom Cole (Chickasaw)
(R-OK), Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) and Sen. Tom Hoeven (R-ND). The speakers demonstrated support of tribal sovereignty and most tribal priorities. We also had a tribal leaders listening session with representatives of the Domestic Policy Council and Intergovernmental affairs office from the White House. The White House representatives made a few comments after hearing testimony from the tribal leaders in attendance emphasizing their open door policy and the President’s unconventional approach to governing, that may be advantageous for implementing new initiatives. I had the honor of welcoming the North Kitsap School District’s strategic planning summit to the House of Awakened Culture for their first meeting. Thanks to Superintendent Evans and School Director Cindy Webster-Martinson for their support and invitation to speak. And finally I had the great opportunity to attend the retirement celebration for Morrie Black Eagle who served as our Deputy Executive Director for 14 years. Thank you Morrie for all you have done for our Tribe and good luck in your future activities.
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Sports & Recreation
Point Elliot Treaty Panel Discussion
Suquamish youth and leaders celebrate 164 years since treaty signing by hosting educational community event The Sports and Rec. Department hosted a historical panel discussion about the Treaty of Point Elliot on the same day of the year the historic document was signed. Panelists included Tina Jackson, Lydia Sigo and Chairman Leonard Forsman. Treasurer Robin Sigo moderated the discussion, which included topics about how reserved treaty rights are exercised today and what they will mean for future generations. Event coordinators were pleased with the responses from the community and the large turnout at the House of Awakened Culture on January 22, 2019. The Treaty of Point Elliot was signed the same day 164 years ago in Mukilteo, Washington. Signatories to the treaty included Chief Seattle (si’áb Si’ahl) and Territorial Governor Isaac Stevens. The treaty established the Suquamish Port Madison reservation along with reserved rights for hunting, fishing, gathering and access to healthcare and education.
From left, Tina Jackson, Treasurer Robin Sigo, Lydia Sigo, Chairman Leonard Forsman and Joey Holmes during the Point Elliot Treaty Panel hosted at the House of Awakened Culture on January 22, 2019. This is the third year the Sports and Rec. Department has hosted the event. The Treaty of Point Elliot is the historic document signed by Chief Seattle on behalf of the Suquamish People which established the Port Madison Indian Reservation, reserved rights for the Suquamish People to fish, hunt and gather, and included provisions for access to healthcare and education.
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Suquamish Youth Basketball in Full Swing
Winter league teams represent in league play, girls finish third overall The Suquamish Sports and Rec. is now in full swing with basketball. The program has six teams competing and one team that just finishing their season.
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Paint & Sip Workshop
Fun in February with artist Kate Ahvakana
The girls grades 6-7 finished their Sunday league, taking third place overall. They worked hard all season long, finishing their season with just six players on the team. They did a great job on both ends of the court. Most of the girls are now competing in school ball. Currently, the program includes a boys team, grades 7-8 playing Saturday afternoons at Bainbridge Island High School, and a second grade boys team playing Saturday mornings at Vinland Elementary. All other teams are playing their games in various gyms around Kitsap County during the weekday evenings.
The Girls Grades 6-7 team just finished up their season third in league play. From left, Sho-Shyne Jones, Taliyah Berg, Jayla Moon, Kendra Hawkins, Olivia Chiquiti and Isabelle Chiquiti. Six teams continue to play including C Teams for boys and girls, EE Co-Ed teams and more.
From left, Shyan Zaiss and Tionna Hawk celebrating Valentine’s Day with some painting at the Youth Center with a non-alcoholic Paint and Sip night. The event featured water coloring with Kate Ahvakana February 7, 2019.
Good job getting your certifcation to teach Lushootseed!
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Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Practice Practice Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym Song & Dance 5pm @ YC Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym
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Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Practice Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym Slahal Game Night 4:30pm @ YC Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym
Youth Basketball Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym
Youth Basketball Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym Youth Council after school @ YC
Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Practice Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym 4:30-6:30pm @ Gym Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym
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Regional Canoe Journey Meeting & Coastal Jam Noon @ HOAC
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Being Frank: Proposed State Budget Underfunds Culvert Replacement by Lorraine Loomis
gram. Without a budget fix, after June 30 WDFW may no longer be able to collaborate with the state Department of Health to continue patrols and enforce shellfish regulations to protect human health. Without Fortunately, the governor’s proposed bud- those patrols, shellfish can’t be sold in the get does address ongoing funding short- United States or exported. falls for the state Department of Fish and Given the ongoing assault on water quality, Tribes applaud the $1 billion proposed for Wildlife, which if left unfixed could great- salmon habitat and the entire ecosystem in recovery of southern resident killer whales ly impact the shellfish industry and tribal western Washington, now is not the time to and a budget in- treaty-reserved harvest rights. crease of $275 A $2.5 million shortfall in the state million per bien- Department of Fish and Wildlife nium to correct budget threatens a $270 million fish-blocking shellfish industry that supports more culverts. The than 3,200 jobs. It also costs us sevculvert replace- en enforcement officers who conduct ment is part of more than 4,700 patrols annually to a U.S. Supreme ensure sanitary harvest and sales of Court ruling in shellfish. The officers also are imJune that re- portant to ensuring accurate shellfish quires the state harvest reporting. WDFW data indiLorraine Loomis to protect salm- cate that the recreational crab harvest on habitat so that is being underestimated. fish are available for tribes to harvest under terms of treaties with the federal govern- Since 2011, the state has been imment. By 2030, the state must replace fail- plementing the Washington Shellfish ing culverts that have the greatest impact Initiative, a partnership between the state and federal government, tribes, on salmon. shellfish industry and non-government organizations to promote clean-water commerce and elevate “Only about 1 percent of our the role that shellfish play in keeping state’s budget is spent on marine waters healthy and creating natural resources annually.” jobs. Washington was the first state establish an initiative to advance - Lorraine Loomis to its shellfish goals. Treaty tribes in western Washington are concerned that Gov. Jay Inslee’s two-year $54 billion budget now before the state Legislature will not adequately fund culvert replacement. We are thankful, however, that the governor’s proposal fixes a $2.5 million shortfall that threatens the region’s shellfish industry and tribal treaty rights.
really would do is kick the can down the road for future governors and legislators, making it more difficult to meet the court’s requirements and slowing salmon recovery.
But poachers harvest shellfish throughout Puget Sound without concern for private property, toxins or the ability of shellfish populations to support harvest. When they sell their illegal harvest, they damage the reputation of Washington’s shellfish According to the Washington State Depart- industry, undermine industry ecoment of Transportation it will take more nomics and risk the lives and health than $700 million over several budget of consumers. cycles to meet the court’s deadline. That means the legislature will have to do even Inadequate funding for WDFW heavier lifting in the next two-year budget threatens to interfere with the state’s to get the state on track to meet the court’s ability to enforce federal shellfish timeline. Although, $275 million per bien- sanitation regulations such as the nium might sound like a lot this year, all it National Shellfish Sanitation ProUnfortunately, the governor’s proposed budget, including the increased culvert spending, relies upon a proposed new revenue package that includes a real estate excise tax, and increased business and occupational taxes
be dialing back protection and restoration of our natural resources. Only about 1 percent of our state’s budget is spent on natural resources annually. We can’t afford any less. Being Frank is a monthly column written by the chair of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission. As a statement from the NWIFC chair, the column represents the natural resources management interests and concerns of the treaty tribes in western Washington.
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Traditional Heritage Specialist News by Marilyn Jones
I would like to thank everyone who assisted during the historical storms last month and hope March brings us better conditions and we are able to look forward to spring. I am hoping to have more interviews on topic with folks about Suquamish, Indianola, Kitsap County, harvesting, gathering, fishing, hunting, camping, clamming or whatever you would like to talk about that you feel the future generations would like to know about today. The whole purpose is to have documentation of life styles of the past as you remember it growing up, today and what you want to tell the future generations about
this life on the reservation. Our world is changing so fast and look at all the things we have seen in our lifetime that they will more than likely not know or understand. Too many times I hear people saying “We need an Oral History Project for our generation, like they did in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s;” well that is exactly what I am trying to do and it you wish to record your thoughts schedule and appointment and we can do just that here in our conference room. Call me at (360) 394-8526 or email at mjones@suquamish.nsn.us I am happy to work with you.
Tribal Council Letter of Intent - Bill Gemmell
I Bill Gemmell am running for a Tribal Council seat at our My own financial figures are not available to me without March 2019 General Council. The following are some of my signing or a release. Why? Seems to me they are my the issues that I feel strongly about and my stance on them. records that the tribe has in their care. Why does one not I believe we need our own Detox Center to have more of a receive a letter when denied eligibility for a position on why first-hand in helping those at-risk members in our commu- they were turned down – be it a volunteer appointed, or apnity with their substance abuse issues. Last April I proposed plied for a position? Cloak of confidentiality does not make the Lake Leland property as a possible ideal site. Some of our government transparent. I would like to see executive those that use it recreationally objected. I still believe an sessions and cloak of confidentiality used less on a much appropriate site can be found. The old Jones Tree Farm off lower rate of occurrence. Sawmilll Ridge is another possibility. The tribe has been looking at this 100-acre property. I do not think we should rely on state or private agencies when it comes to meeting the needs of our at-risk membership as being beneficial to them or our community. Running our own facility when we could oversee it ourselves and could also rent beds to other tribes, state or private facilities covering a portion of the costs makes more sense to me. If a mother convinces her child to seek help it is needed then. If someone is in need of help at 3 a.m. it can’t wait. Most people with drug or alcohol issues do not have the ability or luxury to make a decision to later return for help. This kind of help should also be extended to our least represented tribal community members- our descendants too. If not given help then and now you have lost one more chance with that individual who may not return and it may have been their last chance. I put written detox proposals forward to Tribal Council last April, I look forward to their response. I would like to see review of hiring and retention practices of qualified tribal members – to help promote fairness to all our membership. I think we have great lawyers. I also thing we could use our legal department more effectively. A legal opinion is just that- an opinion based on a lawyer’s training and experience. It is not necessarily what will be ruled in Court. Let’s believe it. Start by stating to our legal department what we want as a tribe, then direct them to figure out how to make that happen.
I had a vision of community and family development when I was on the housing board. Others felt housing should be more transitional then resold if and when a member could finally move out – at a profit of course. I would like to work for more affordable tribal housing and think that it is possible to give our members a lift up and not make them dependent on coming back to the tribe for housing help. Pricing should be based on structure-only market values ($80K-100K) not structure and land values of off-reservation homes ($250K-$350K). Some services provided by tribal departments were never meant to make a profit, but to enhance our community. Let’s lift them forward and not make them dependents. What is our tribe’s hundred-year plan? Where will we be? Who will we be? What will we become? Within this hundred-year plan what are our 15, 25 and 50 year goals?
I am running because I feel that I have something to contribute. I feel that I can complement the fine efforts that our present and past tribal councils have done. My heart is forever with my tribe. I wish to make life better for all members, to curb any possible waist and still remain true to being a tribal community. I am willing to forgo stipend compensation, only collecting payback of expenses in fulfilling my duties if elected. I have worked 19 of the last 20 years for our tribe. Thank you for reading my stance on important issues. If anyone has issues they have encountered, or comments or thoughs on what I have put forth feel free to contact me. My email is diverduck2@gmail.com.
NK Fire & Rescue News Brief by Michele Laboda
Recruiting Candidates for our Renowned Volunteer-Intern Program. We’re accepting applications to test for admission into our highly regarded volunteer-intern firefighter program through April 1. The program provides training, education and certifications along with real-life experience as the volunteer participants serve the community alongside the district’s paid personnel, earning an edge over other aspirants in the highly-competitive fire service job market. Candidates must include a valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test, available in the region through at least two independent testing companies -Public Safety Testing and National Testing Network) card along with their application, and be available for written general knowledge testing on April 6. Those passing the written exam will be interviewed by a panel of veteran firefighters on April 7. If selected to participate in the program, each new recruit will join one of the district’s three shifts in May to begin their training. NKF&R crews serve on a 48-hour-on/96hour-off schedule. For more information, see our web site at www.nkfr.org or call (360)297-3619. Car Seat Checks. Due to February’s record snowfall, we weren’t able to hold that month’s car seat check event. If you’d like to make sure that the kids in your vehicle are riding as safely as possible, join us on Saturday, March 9 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at our headquarters station (26642 Miller Bay Road NE near Kingston). Improved Fire Insurance Rating. Supporting fire departments with property taxes is generally thought of as an investment in saving lives and property. It can also be an investment in saving money -- on fire insurance premiums. Last spring, we underwent an exhaustive review by the Washington Survey and Rating Bureau (WSRB). The WSRB, according to their web site (www.wsrb.com), “…evaluates communities across the state and establishes the Protection Class grading for the community.” The lower the protection class number, the better. Our staff’s hard work and the public’s investment is paying off; we’ve recently received word that NKF&R’s protection class has been lowered from a 5 (6 for properties more than 1000’ from a fire hydrant) to a 4 (5 for properties more than 1000’ from a fire hydrant)! We encourage property and business owners to contact their agents to find out if the new rating will have an effect on their building’s fire insurance premiums.
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GENERAL COUNCIL March 16-17, 2019 Kiana Lodge Questions? Contact Tribal Council Executive Assistant Shoshana Bayes (360) 364-8406 or sbayes@suquamish.nsn.us
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