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THE OFFICIAL Publication of the klamath tribes:
klamath, MODOC, AND YAHOOSKIN
Treaty of 1864
Winema
Charley
Mogenkaskit
Volume 26, Issue 3
Lalo
Schonchin
Captain Jack
The Klamath Tribes, P.O. Box 436, Chiloquin, OR 97624
1-800-524-9787 or (541) 783-2219 Website: www.klamathtribes.org
APRIL/may 2010
Decades and decades of hard work and preparation have brought together the Klamath
Tribes of Oregon, the BIA and the NARF Legal Team, to begin the long awaited Water
Adjudication Hearings of the Klamath Basin
By Taylor R. David- Klamath News
The formidable Mr. Walter Echohawk, a respected and prestigious attorney recently retired from NARF (Native American Rights Fund), began opening statements in Salem,
Oregon, on May 3, 2010, on behalf of the Klamath Tribes regarding their long awaited
Water Adjudication Hearings.
Opening remarks by Echohawk focused on the Treaty of 1864, Applicable Standard and
Water Needs of the Tribes. He began by saying, "The Tribal way of life and Treaty of
1864 is protected by the Supreme Law of the Land', and his finishing statement included
a quote by former Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black which is simple, but true... "Great
Nations, like Great Men, should keep their Word!"
During a breakout session with the attorneys, several Klamath Tribal Council members
and tribal members who were able to attend the opening day, listened as Mr. Echohawk
reflected on the opening session of this long awaited day. He asked if anyone noticed
that he almost teared up when he was giving the opening remarks. He said, "That moment was almost surreal to me, I simply had to take a moment and thank the Creator
for allowing me to be here with the Klamath Tribes once again. I remember in 1985
meeting with Chuck Kimbol, the late Elwood "Cisco" Miller, and Cheryl Tupper in
Portland, Oregon, right after the Tribes and NARF had won the Adair
Case in 1984. It was then the decision came about that the amounts of
water needed to be quantified, and here we are 25 years later." He added,
"A quarter of a century ago we began this journey together and numerous tribal members, staff, and several tribal councils have continued the
work along with the tribes dedicated water attorney (Bud Ullman) who's
been working on this adjudication for over 22 years." He continued, "I
began my career with this case and it was almost too overwhelming to
realize we have finally reached this historical moment... I am truly honored and humbled to be here with the Klamath Tribes."
Hearings Article contined on following two pages...
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Hearings Continued...
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On May 3 in a crowded, windowless
courtroom in Salem, tribal attorney
Walter Echo-Hawk gave the opening
statement for the Tribes in the Tribes’
historic water rights case. Echo-Hawk
called on the court to “keep the promise” of the Treaty of 1864 by confirming
the water rights of the Tribes. This began the courtroom phase of the Tribes’
water rights case that has been going on
for over 25 years.
In fact, the trial on these important wa- After more than 25 years, the Klamath Basin Adjudication
ter rights claims really began in Decem- Hearings are finally underway with the Honorable Adminis- Native American Rights Fund (NARF) Attorney David L. Gover and
Denver attorney Sue Noe are part of the Water Rights Team fighting
ber of last year. On December 10, the trative Law Judge Joe L. Allen presiding.
on behalf of the Klamath Tribes.
Tribes and other parties filed with the court their direct testimony. In this particular court
both direct and rebuttal testimony is filed on paper, not live as in many court proceedings.
The Tribes submitted strong and compelling written testimony, and many exhibits, from Perry
Chocktoot and Jeff Mitchell. They testified to the Klamath, Modoc and Yahooskin peoples’
use of Treaty resources both in the past and the present. They explained the importance of
those resources, in so many ways, in the lives of the tribal people.
Gathering at the Adjudication: LtoR Back row: Allen Cole, Jeff Mitchell, Torina Case, David L.
Gover, Carl "Bud" Ullman, Walter Echohawk; LtoR Middle row: Taylor R. David, Mary Gentry,
Sue Noe; Front row: Don Gentry. Others present but not pictured include: Vice Chairman Joe
Hobbs, Tribal member Lottie Cole, and tribal member, Rayson Tupper.
In addition, the Bureau of Indian Affairs provided testimony from several scientific experts
who testified about the water needs of fish and other Treaty-protected resources. Those experts have been doing field work and laboratory research for many years to support the Tribes’
water rights claims.
The current proceedings in the Salem courtroom provide each party with the opportunity to
cross-examine the witnesses from the other side. This is the only “live” part of the testimony
in a water rights case in Oregon. Echo-Hawk explained to tribal members in attendance that
the cross-examination hearing is really just the “tip of the iceberg,” because the greatest part NARF Attorney, Mr. Walter Echohawk and Klamath Tribal Chairman, Joe Kirk, review the agenda for the day's proceedings.
of the case has already been submitted to the judge in writing.
The Tribes’ claims in the Adjudication are opposed by three parties, the largest of which is
known as the Upper Basin Contestants. This is a group of water users on the tributaries to
Upper Klamath Lake who have joined together to oppose the Tribes’ claims.
This hearing is the first of three such hearings on the Tribes’ water rights claims. This hearing covers the Williamson, Sycan, Williamson and Wood Rivers and their tributaries. The
next hearing will be on the Tribes’ claims for the Klamath Marsh and for Seeps & Springs on
the former Reservation. That hearing is scheduled for July. The final hearing, about Upper
Klamath Lake and the Klamath River, will take place in April, 2011.
Proceedings get underway with both Klamath Tribal Councilmen, Jeff Mitchell and Perry
Chocktoot, who have spent countless hours preparing for this day.
The federal courts have held that the Tribes have a right to sufficient water to support Treatyprotected hunting, fishing, trapping, and gathering activities. The question before the court
now is “how much water is that?” The judge’s decision is expected in December of 2011.
Klamath Tribal Water Attorney, Bud Ullman, combined with the NARF and BIA attorney's,
will be in Salem, Oregon, on behalf of the Klamath Tribes, over the next several weeks. Updates will be provided periodically in the newsletter regarding this case.
Klamath Councilman and Natural Resource Department Direc-
tor, Will Hatcher, shares a moment with Mr. Echohawk before the
*Tribal Members are also encouraged to provide Tribal Roll# and an email address to proceedings. Mr. Echohawk says, "Will and I have had some very
Public Information Dept. Manager, Taylor R. David, in an effort to provide tribal up- interesting meetings with regards to water issues, and I distinctly Klamath Tribal Member, Latitia Kirk, and Klamath Tribal Chairman, Joe Kirk, attend the long
remember a time when we was at a meeting and my hair began to go
dates: Please send email addresses to: taylor.david@klamathtribes.com
awaited hearings in Salem, Oregon.
grey... ha ha ha!"
Tribal member, Bill Ray, and Tribal Councilwoman, Torina Case, listen closely as the proceedings began on this historic day.
Page 4, Klamath News 2010
2010
KLAMATH TRIBES
ELECTION RESULTS
NEW COUNCIL
WILL BE SWORN INTO
OFFICE ON MAY 13, 2010
IN
CHILOQUIN, OREGON AT
501 CHILOQUIN BLVD
TRIBAL
ADMINISTRATION BLDG
AUDITORIUM 1:30PM
Notice! Klamath Tribal Committees
Per the Committee Ordinance all Committee member terms will expire upon the swearing in of a new Tribal Council during an election
year. That usually takes place during the month of May (scheduled
for May 13th). Then sometime during the month of June, the newly
elected Tribal Council will review all of the applications received and
re-appoint new members on each Committee. Please take the time to
fill out a committee application or send a letter of interest along with a
written explanation of why you would like to serve on that particular
committee to:
The Klamath Tribes
Attn: Torina Case, Tribal Council Secretary
P.O. Box 436
Chiloquin, Oregon 97624
There are also 2 additional Child Welfare Boards that go with the Juvenile Ordinance that need to have at least 5 – 10 Tribal members serve
on each. One is the “Child Welfare Placement Board” and the other is
the “Child Protective Team”, both will work with the Social Services
department, but are 2 separate boards
.
If you currently serve on a committee and wish to continue to serve,
please send a letter stating that you wish to have your application resubmitted for that committee or send a new application.
For more information contact:
Torina Case
Klamath Tribal Council Secretary
P.O. Box 436
Chiloquin, Oregon 97624
The
Klamath
Tribes
Election
Committee
sorts
thru
the
ballots
that
are
now
Tribal Elections were closed to the public according to Tribal
(541) 783-2219 ext. 170
Ordinance, but enrolled Tribal Members were allowed to watch counted electronically for verification. The Klamath Tribes Election Com- torina.case@klamathtribes.com
mittee Certified the Results on April 22, 2010.
Congratulations goes to Klamath
Tribal Water Attorney Carl "Bud"
Ullman, who recently won a prestigious and honorable award at the
28th Annual Water Law Conference
in San Diego, California, in February
2010.
The Award was for the Best Paper
Award- The Title of his paper was called: Adjudicating
Water Rights While Addressing Broad Resource Policy Issues: Fitting a Round Peg Into A Square Hole.
Thank you Bud for your dedication and committment to
these issues and to the Klamath Tribes of Oregon.
For more information regarding the Water Law Confer-
mittee, Housing Advisory Committee, Health Advisory Committee & ence you can log onto: http://www.abanet.org/environ/proVeterans Committee.
grams/waterlaw/2010/home.shtml
The deadline to get committee applications or requests to
be re-submitted is 5pm on Friday June 25th, 2010.
the proceedings at the Chiloquin Community Center.
Extra! Extra! Read All About it!
Due to conflicting calendar dates, his attendance was necessary at this conference and therefore, he was unable to
attend the long awaited Signing Ceremony of the KBRA at
All committee terms are 3 years terms and most committees meet the State Capitol in Salem, Oregon. Although disappointed
at least once per month. The Ordinance is for Committees only and that he could not attend the Signing Ceremony, he recogdoes not affect the Corporations, Commissions (with the exception of nized the importance of both matters, and allowed other
KBRA Water Team attendees to witness the Salem events,
KIGC) or Boards.
along with Tribal Council members.
NEW COUNCIL PHOTOS WILL
BE PUBLISHED IN THE NEXT
Committees that can be applied for are: Klamath Indian Game ComISSUE OF THE KLAMATH
mission (KIGC), Enrollment Committee, Constitution Committee,
NEWS.
Culture & Heritage Committee, Elder’s Committee, Education ComCONGRATULATIONS TO
ALL KLAMATH TRIBAL
DELEGATES AND
THANK YOU TO THE TRIBAL
MEMBERSHIP FOR
VOTING FOR THE
KLAMATH TRIBAL PEOPLE
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Notice of Meeting
Klamath Tribal Allottee Water
Users Association
First Quarterly Meeting
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at
5:30 p.m.
Klamath Tribes Administration,
Main Auditorium
Chiloquin, Oregon
For more information call:
Mary Gentry
The Klamath Tribes
501 Chiloquin Blvd.
P.O. Box 436
Chiloquin, Oregon 97624
Ph: (541) 783-2219 Ext 195
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Meet the Klamath Tribes Forest Warriors!
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Warriors with a Vision
for the Future!
Klamath Tribes Forest Improvement Trainee Crew Project underway
After completing several screening processes and signing their Adult Vocational Training
program contracts, the Klamath Tribes Natural Resources Department’s Forest Improvement
Trainee Crewmembers began their training on March 1, 2010. The crew was given the opportunity to name themselves and the consensus was; The Klamath Tribes Forest Warriors.
The Warriors are as follows: Charley Bates Jr., Lonnie Christensen, Roland Crume Sr., Roland
Crume Jr., Randy Gallagher, James Hamilton, Lawrence Head, Frank Lewis, Dale McNair,
Michael Neale, Joe Ochoa, James Parkins, Orville Rondeau, Mario Sampson, Jack Shadley,
Donald Skelton, Brandon Wright, and Plummie Wright. The crew bosses are Charley Bates
Sr. and Ritchie Henry. The project Secretary is Diana Wright. This project is made possible
by funding from the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act., aka “the Stimulus Package”.
Note: Klamath Warriors not available for individual photos were: Charley Bates, Jr., and
Joe Ochoa.
The goal of the project is to create 2 ten person crews that will perform forest Improvement
work on a contractual basis. This will be accomplished by providing classroom training in
important aspects of forest improvement work coupled with hands on training. The classroom
training includes sessions in Teambuilding, Forest Ecology, OSHA and First Aid information, Map and Compass and GPS usage, Dendrology, Tree Measurements, Silviculture, Forest
Products, Forest Pests and Diseases, Wildlife and Riparian topics, Chainsaw Certification,
Tree and Stand Growth and Development and Contracting and Business issues in forest improvement work. The classroom training will continue till the first week in May at which time
the trainees will then receive practical hands on training on lands that need a particular forest
treatment method. These hands-on trainings will be the Warriors proving grounds and all
work will be done according to specifications prescribed by the Agency / landowner.
Ritchie Henry
Charley Bates Sr.
It is the Natural Resource Departments intension to provide this training for approximately
one year at the end of which, it is hoped, the Forest Warriors will be able to procure their own
contracts and continue employing the crew members and staff.
Tribal Forester, Randy Henry, has been coordinating this effort with the
Project Manager and Director, Will Hatcher. Mr. Henry is a 49 yr. old
member of the Klamath Tribes of Modoc descent. He is the father of 2
daughters. He grew up on the Umatilla Reservation, graduated Pendleton High School. His college career included, Central Oregon Community College, Oregon State University AAS Forest Resource Technology 1996, BS Forest Management. In 2000, he worked for the Columbia
River Inter Tribal Fish Commission right after college (2000-2004). He
then worked briefly (2005-2006) for the Warm Springs Tribe in Fisheries Mngt. before moving to Alaska. In 2009 he returned from Alaska where he worked for the Central Council of
the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes from 2006-2009, teaching GIS and performing forestry duties. He has been working for the Klamath Tribes as the Forester since October 2009. Randy
says, "Natural resource protection is a passion with me and working for the tribes as a forester
is fulfilling a longtime ambition. Being an optimist, I see great things in store for the Klamath
Tribes and this crew."
Donald Skelton
James Parkins
James Hamilton
Lawrence Head
Frank Lewis
Randy Gallagher
Mario Sampson
Brandon Wright
Michael Neale
Roland Crume Sr.
Jack Shadley
Orville Rondeau
Roland Crume Jr.
Lonnie Christensen
Dale McNair
Plummie Wright
For more information regarding this project, contact Randy Henry at 541.783.2219 x 139
randy.henry@klamathtribes.com or Natural Resource Director, Will Hatcher at 541.783.2219
x 142 or email: will.hatcher@klamathtribes.com.
The Natural Resource Department would like to commend the diligence, patience, and
hard work the Forest Warriors have demonstrated so far and encourage the efforts of
these Hard Working Tribal members...
Way to go Forest Warriors!
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Klamath Tribes Present at NW Indian Health Mtg
Waq'li'si dic psin!
(Hello and good evening)
Slaya ee gida gee maqlaqs,It is good to be here with all
the people.
Award of Commendation
Congratulations goes to Klamath Tribal
Health and Family Services, as they were
presented an Award of Commendation on
April 7, 2010, by the Klamath County Board
of Commissioners, in appreciation of the
Tribes invaluable expertise and contributions
as a member of the Klamath County H1N1
Incident Management Team which convened
in 2009-2010.
Special thanks goes to the members of the
Klamath Tribes Team, the Klamath Tribal
Wellness Center, and the outlying tribal departments, for all their active participation
during this past year's health/flu epidemic.
The Klamath Tribes should be proud of our
staff and members for our active participation in this county wide effort.
*Above photo is of Klamath Tribal Health
General Manager, Leroy Jackson, and Christa Runnels, Klamath Tribal Health Educator,
as they represented the Tribes during the presentation at the Commissioners Meeting.
Great Job and Sepk'ee'ca!
Mo ben dic hoslntamblek
To Be In
Good Health
Again!
These tribal words began the Klamath Tribes presentation at the
Northwest Portland Area Indian
Health Board evening session, on
April 20, 2010, in Canyonville,
Oregon. The meeting was hosted
by the Cow Creek Tribe at Seven
Feathers Casino Resort.
Leroy Jackson, Taylor David, Shawn L. Jackson, Dr. Janasek.
Guest speaker, Taylor R. David, was part of the DP Team to attend the meeting. The team also
had a booth and other Diabetes Prevention information available as part of the Prevention
Coalition with the other tribes. Mrs. David began with these words. "As both a Klamath Tribal
Member and tribal employee, it has been my extreme pleasure to both watch and participate
in the Klamath Tribes Diabetes prevention program over the past year. I truly believe this
program can turn the health of Native people around and bring us … Mo ben dic hoslntamblek- (Good Health Again!).
Over the past year, as a participant I have lost over 35 lbs., and I've come to view this program
as both a life-saver and life-extender not only for myself, but for my family and fellow tribal
members. I know that it is imperative that these types of programs are firmly in place to lead
us to the next level of good health... known as “dic yawqs”- (good medicine) in the Klamath
Language.
Klamath Tribes Diabetes and Prevention Program
are part of the Community Garden
WHAT:
A Community Garden in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The objective is to make garden
space available to residents of Klamath Falls for the purpose of growing and cultivating edible crops.
WHO:
The Klamath Community Garden is open to residents of Klamath Falls. Members
of the Klamath Community Garden were assigned a 4' x 20' raised garden bed.
Members were given access to the garden space and will be responsible for all aspects of planting, growing, cultivating and harvesting their assigned plot.
WHY:
To improve the health and well being of local residents. The garden will provide
an opportunity for local residents to grow their own food at minimal expense, improving over-all health and alleviating hunger. The garden will offer an educational
opportunity for members to gain skills that will last a lifetime as well as encourage
healthy eating habity and offer an opportunity for increased physical activity.
WHERE:
320 South 6th Street, Across from The Ledge.
For more information on the Klamath Community Garden, contact Melissa Klegseth, 541-882-8846 or email mklegseth@co.klamath.or.us This community project
is sponsored by the following community partners: First Harvest of Rotary District
5110, Rotary Club of Klamath County, Rotary Club of Klamath Basin - Sunrise,
Klamath County Health Department and Healthy Active Klamath, Kiwanis, Citizens for Safe Schools, The Ledge, Sterling Savings Bank.
Shawn L. Jackson, BS
Diabetes Prevention Coordinator
Klamath Tribal Wellness Center
Chiloquin Office: (541) 783-3293 ext. 323
Klamath Office: (541) 882-1487 ext. 220
FAX #: (541) 783-3273
Cell #: (541) 591-1959
Work E-mail: sljackson@klm.portland.ihs.gov
Coaches for Sports Camp!
July 13-16, 2010 at Ponderosa Junior High
10:00 AM-2:30 PM
Basketball, football, volleyball, and soccer
coaching positions available.
Earn a $100 pre-paid visa for 4 hours of
coaching your favorite sport.
See application for more details.
x
Applications will be available at:
x Tribal Health in Klamath Falls
x Wellness Center in Chiloquin
Tribal Administration in Chiloquin
Questions? Call Christa Runnels, Health
Educator, KTHFS @ 541-882-1487 X 222.
Klamath Tribal Health and Wellness Center has one garden plot that is sponsored
by the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (Plot pictured below with Diabetes Prevention Participants). By participation in this garden we hope to provide
knowledge to our Tribal Community about gardening and healthy eating options.
We encourage all of our participants to take the knowledge they gained from the
experience of gardening and share it with their family and friends.
Our Diabetes Prevention Team and our staff at the Klamath Tribes is spectacular! And I’d
like to take this moment, to recognize the Director and staff who are here this evening. Their For more information contact:
dedication, along with the Wellness Center Staff, are the primary reason this program has been Jeremy Klegseth - Phone: 541-783-2438
successful for our people. Introductions included Diabetes Prevention Coordinator, Shawn L. jeremy.klegseth@klm.portland.ihs.gov
Jackson; Health Director, Leroy Jackson; and Dr. Mitchell Janasek. The presentation concluded with a prayer song and blessing by Mrs. David. "Blaydalknii heew’ ank naal’am mukluks
c’osak - One from Above-Creator God, please care for our people always… (Prayer and Klamath lesson/words were given to Mrs. David by her father-in-law, the late Mr. Bobby David).
Sepk’ee’c’a iyamni mo dic psin - (Thank you and have a good evening!)
For more information regarding the Klamath Tribes Prevention Program contact:
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or JUN
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Who:
Klamath Tribal Members
When:
Mid May, dependent on the ability to travel to
the area and convenience of digging Ipos and
Camas.
Where: Wrights Meadow (Off of Sprague River HWY)
Time:
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
RSVP:
Please call Ginette Lewis at 783-2219 ext.
140 to reserve your spot. We need to know
how many people will be attending so that we
will have enough food and drinks available.
Transportation will be provided by the Community
Services Department to Elder’s 60 years and older.
Seating is limited.
This cultural event is sponsored by The Klamath Tribes
Culture and Heritage Department.
!
FREE GED/Adult Education available in
Chiloquin, Oregon…
Page 10, Klamath News 2010
Honors Exceptional Local Students with a NEW
Student Showcase Series debuting on April 1st
TRIBAL COUNCIL
______SCHEDULE for May 3, 2010 to May 28, 2010
My name is John Bastianelli and I run the Falcon Heights Academy North in the
building where the Maglags after school program is located in Chiloquin, Oregon.
If there is a possible need for adults in the tribe and community for GED studies, I
provide these services here free of charge. The GED diploma here is an alternative
to driving to Klamath Falls and attending Klamath Institute.
__ ___
May 3rd thru 5th – Tribal Chairman and other available Council members attending
Water Hearings in Salem with Water Attorney’s; Bud Ullman, Walter Echohawk,
David Gover & Sue Noe – all day each day.
May 10th thru 14th – Water Hearings Continued.
May 12 – Agenda items to Tribal Secretary by noon for the May 13th Agenda.
**May 13 – Tribal Council meeting at 1:30 p.m. – Auditorium “SWEARING IN OF
NEWLY ELECTED TRIBAL COUNCIL & CHIEF JUDGE FOR 2010 TO 2013.
May 14th – Tribal Chairman and other available Tribal Council members at “State
Indian Day” in Salem at the State Capitol. 9am to 4pm.
May 17th thru 20th – Water Hearings continued.
May 19 – Budget meeting – 1:30 pm for KTHFS budgets @ Admin. – Council Chambers.
May 20 – Budget meeting – 1:30 pm for Admin. Budgets @ Admin. – Council Chambers.
**May 22 – “Regular” GENERAL COUNCIL mtg. 10am, Chiloquin – Auditorium.
May 26 – Agenda items to Tribal Secretary by noon for the May 27th agenda
*May 27 – “Regular” Tribal Council mtg.: 1:30 p.m. – Auditorium.
May 28 - Tribal Council; any items for June schedule to Torina by Noon
Klamath Tribes Senior Mealsite Menu
2010Basin Restoration Agreement” – meeting
*KTNT – Klamath Tribes Negotiating June
Team for “Klamath
*Tribal Council Panel Members for May are: Brandi Decker & Jeff Mitchell
Jade & Spayne Martinez
Dancers
Liston Case
Athlete
Carlie Irvine
Harpist
2-7 times per week.
Also streamed on soptv.org
2010
Funding provided by
The Klamath Tribes and St. Mary’s School
Be sure to log onto soptv.org to watch the new Student SpotIn the tradition of College Bowl, SOPTV presents
lights. Native student spotlights are part of the Klamath Tribes
Southern
Oregon’s
"Don't Meth with Us"
Drug Prevention
program.
Looking for family?
My name is Vera. I'm writing in regards to my nephew, Gerald Mace III (Jerry).
He will
be 19
years
old March
26th. motivated
His father is and
member
of the Modoc Tribe.
Brain
Bowl
2010
features
highly
academically
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has
tried
in
the
past
to
locate
his
father
but
my
sister
didn't
put a name
competitive students from Jackson, Josephine and Klamath
counties
on
his
birth
certificate
and
she
died
almost
10
years
ago.
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at 5:00
pm.
not
long after she graduated from high school there. I know she met him while
working at a local dinner. Barney did see Jerry a couple times before our
family moved out of state.
I'm not sure of any other details. I think it would be nice for Jerry to know
the rest of his heritage and Barney to know what fine young man he has for a
son.
If you know how to find any information I would love some help.
Thank you.
Vera Mace
(406)529-6630
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Chicken Breast
Pot Roast
Beef Noodles
Cabbage Stew
Scallop Potatoes
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetables
Bread
Vegetables
Vegetables
Fruit
Fruit
Fruit
Fruit
Dessert
Dessert
Dessert
Dessert
1
2
3
4
Any Questions please call Torina
Case, Tribal Council
Secretary at 783-2219
ext. 170
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Beef Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetable
Dessert
7
Monday
Buffalo Loaf
A gratin Potatoes
Vegetable
Dessert
8
Tuesday
Ham & Lima beans
Bread
Fruit
Dessert
9
Wednesday
Stuffed Cabbage
Fruit
Bread
Dessert
10
Thursday
Chicken &
Dumplings
Vegetables
Fruit
Dessert
Ham& Beans
Bread
Fruit
Dessert
Beef Stew
Roll
Fruit
Dessert
Spaghetti
Green Salad
Fruit
Dessert
14
Monday
15
16
Tuesday
Sloppy Joes
Corn
Fruit
Dessert
21
Monday
Goulash
Vegetable
Fruit
Dessert
28
17
Thursday
Wednesday
Tamale Pie
Green Salad
Fruit
Dessert
22
Tuesday
Hot Beef
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetables
Dessert
23
Wednesday
Pork Chop
Scallop Potatoes
Vegetable
Dessert
29
Enchiladas
Refried Beans
Green Salad
Dessert
11
Friday
Cod
Green Salad
Fruit
Dessert
18
Friday
Buffalo Burger
Green Salad
Fruit
Dessert
24
Chili
Bread
Fruit
Dessert
Menu
Subject to
change
Coffee Milk
Water Juice
Are
Provided
Chicken San
Pasta Salad
Fruit
Dessert
30
The Klamath Tribes
Senior Mealsite
Locations & Days
Chiloquin – Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Beatty – Tuesday & Thursday
25
Falcon Heights North is an alternative school that provides a number of educational opportunities for both students and adult education. In 1970, there were only a
few alternative schools in operation in the United States. They originated to serve
a growing population of students who were not experiencing success in the traditional schools. Today there are thousands, and the number continues to grow. Falcon
Heights North Academy shares these distinguishing characteristics of an alternative
school:
Small size
Close student-teacher relationship
Student decision-making
Diverse curriculum
Peer guidance & Parental involvement
Counseling services
Our school provides academic skill building and instructional preparation leading to
formal GED testing at Klamath Institute. The successful completion of the five subject areas of testing results in students obtaining a GED diploma. GED diplomas can
be obtained for both adult education and students sixteen years of age and older.
In addition, Falcon Heights North provides traditional direct instruction of educational courses from BYU and other academic sources. Many of our older students
benefit from the self paced online courses offered through Aventa Learning Corporation. These online courses require a high degree of self motivation and time management skills.
Falcon Heights North Academy offers educational opportunities that are geared for
traditional students, at-risk youth and home school supplemental opportunities culminating in the completion of a high school diploma or GED diploma.
Students who are of enrolled school age, grades 7-12, must schedule an appointment
with the counselor at Chiloquin Junior Senior High School to start the process of
enrollment for Falcon Heights North Academy.
Falcon Heights North Academy is a partnership between Klamath Community College, Klamath County School District and Klamath Institute.
For further information please contact Mrs. Ortis or Mr. Bastianelli
at Falcon Heights North Academy during regular business hours of
8 AM. To 5 PM. Monday through Thursday.
John M. Bastianelli
Director Falcon Heights North
541-783-2145
Page 11, Klamath News 2010
The Klamath Tribes’ Housing
Annual Performance Report
to HUD is in the Housing
Department for anyone interested
in reviewing the reports.
For more information contact Housing
Director, Roberta Sexton at 541-783-2219
RAINBOW YOUTH GOLF EDUCATION
PROGRAM INC.
ANNOUNCES THE 10th YEAR - 8-WEEK
YOUTH GOLF PROGRAM
Dates: Time: Ages:
Location:
June 15, 2010 to August 3, 2010
Every Tuesday from 8:50 AM to 10:20 AM
7-18, Girls and Boys
Klamath Falls, Oregon
Transportation provided from Chiloquin. Golf clubs, balls, instruction and green fees will be provided.The program has 30 openings.
Priority placement will be extended to the youth who participated
in the 2008 and 2009 programs.
For more information call:
William Ray, Jr., Executive Director
Telephone Number: (541) 783-7712
A word to some of the Klamath Tribal
Membership from DAVENPORT'S CHAPEL of
the Good Shepherd Funeral Directors
P.O. Box 5130-0120
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
Phone: 541-885-6815
As always, Davenport's Chapel of the Good Shepherd
appreciates and is honored to handle the final preparations of those who have walked on from this earth.
We are privileged to be able to serve the membership
and this community during one of the most difficult
times of life. We also understand budgets and funds
can be a burden at this time, therefore, we respectfully ask that anyone wishing to make a payment toward
that burden please contact us at the above number.
We will be happy to assist you or answer any questions you may have regarding your bill.
Page 12, Klamath News 2010
DUCKS & BEAVERS
Visit the Klamath Tribes of Oregon
On March 22, 2010, Klamath Tribes Public Relations Manager, Taylor David (pictured far left) provided a tour of the Klamath Tribal Departments to several University of Oregon and Oregon State Students, at the request of Klamath Tribal Member and University of Oregon
representative, Dr. Tom Ball (pictured back row right, with green cap). Students requested a private visit with the Klamath Tribes.
Above: Culture & Heritage
Director, Perry Chocktoot and Council Woman,
Jeannie McNair visit with
the students.
Left: Dr. Young-Tripp,
takes time out of her
busy schedule to lead the
students on a tour of the
Wellness Center and Tribal Dental Offices.
Dr. Mitchell Janasek, and Manager, Gail Hatcher, discuss Klamath
Tribal Wellness issues with the students and provide them an over-all
view of Tribal Health services within the Chiloquin Wellness Center.