COUNCIL
SAIDS NO TO MT. TOLMAN PROJECT—The “Community Development
Committee” met on Tuesday, Nov. 22, and the Committee approved
a Recommendation to mail out the “Mt. Tolman Project
Consideration” packet to all eligible voters of the Tribal
membership with minor technical corrections. There were seven
(7)-Yes votes, and six (6)-No votes. The Committee’s
Recommendation was presented to the full Council during the
Special Session held on Thursday, Dec. 1. Some Council members
felt the information contained in the packet was one-sided and
it favored the Mt. Tolman project. The results of the vote on
the Community Development Committee’s recommendation were:
5-FOR and 7-NAY. Everything is Pending now, and it remains to
be seen what will be done in the future with the proposed Mt.
Tolman project.
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From the Superintendents desk…
November 16, 2005
The Colville Business Council will soon be approving the Mt.
Tolman Project Consideration information pamphlet that will be
mailed out to all 6,585 tribal member eligible voters. The
pamphlet was prepared by Don Aubertin who will also conduct
seven informational meetings.
The informational pamphlet is currently under review by the
Colville Business Council. After the review is completed and
the necessary changes and revisions are made, the pamphlet
will be mailed out to the membership. It is anticipated that
the pamphlet will be approved during the first part of
December and then mailed out by December 10, 2005 to each
eligible voter.
The major purpose of the pamphlet is to provide you with
information before you attend one of the seven scheduled
meetings. If you have questions or concerns, you may also
contact John St. Pierre, the Colville Tribes Natural Resource
Director and he will respond back to you.
The tentative schedule for the information meetings will be as
follows:
01/09/06 6:00 p.m.
Keller
01/10/06 6:00 p.m.
Inchelium
01/11/06 6:00 p.m.
Nespelem
01/12/06 6:00 p.m.
Omak
01/16/06 6:00 p.m.
Seattle
01/18/06 6:00 p.m.
Yakima
01/20/06 6:00 p.m.
Spokane
The referendum vote date is tentatively scheduled for
02/18/05.
The reservation meetings will be held in each respective
district and the exact location for the off-reservation
meetings will be in the December Tribal Tribune. If you have
any questions on the above, you may contact me at
509-634-2316. I would like to close by wishing everyone a safe
and happy Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
William E. Nicholson
Superintendent
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WE’RE
PROUD OF YOU!!!—(L to R) Alex Samuels and his Sister Mary Jane
look at Harvey Moses Jr., Chairman of the Colville Tribes
Business Council, as Harvey prepares to present each of them
with a “Certificate of Appreciation”. The presentation took
place on Thursday, Dec. 1, during the Council’s “Special
Session”, and it was held to honor Alex, who took 3rd place,
and Mary Jane was 2nd in the Mutton Busting Finals at Las
Vegas during the first week of November. The “Certificate of
Appreciation” read as follows: “We are proud to honor you for
your participation in the 2005 PBR Mutton Busting World Finals
in Las Vegas, Nevada, and we thank you for representing the
Colville Confederated Tribes. Congratulations on your
outstanding achievement!”
LAYING
OF WREATH—(L to R) Andy Joseph Jr. holds the Colville
Confederated Tribes Flag and Smoker Senator—the American
Legion Auxiliary Unit #114 Flag; and behind them are (L to R)
Keelee Wilder, Chelsie Tatshama, Elena Harry, and Lavina
Harry. They were participating in the “Laying of the Wreath”
on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at the Veterans Memorial and the two
Additions in front of the Tribes Main Administration Building.
Some Colville Tribal Members, who were Vietnam Veterans, did
not attend the Ceremony because they went to Las Vegas,
Nevada, to take part in the Second Annual Las Vegas
Intertribal Powwow held during the Veterans Day weekend, Nov.
11-13.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
November 2, 2005
National American Indian
Heritage Month, 2005
A Proclamation by
the President of the
United States of America
National American Indian Heritage Month honors
the many contributions and accomplishments of American Indians
and Alaska Natives. During November, we remember the legacy of
the first Americans and celebrate their vibrant and living
traditions.
The American Indian experience is central to the American
story, and my Administration is committed to helping Native
American cultures across the United States continue to
flourish. One of the most important ways to ensure a
successful future is through education. Over the past 4 years,
my Administration has provided more than $1 billion for the
construction and renovation of Bureau of Indian Affairs
schools. We also offer direct assistance for educator and
counselor training to help make sure every classroom has a
qualified teacher and every child has the tools he or she
needs to succeed. As we work with tribal leaders to provide
students with a superior education that respects the unique
culture and traditions of the community, we can help ensure
every child has the opportunity to realize their dreams.
To enhance energy opportunities and strengthen tribal
economies, my Administration is working to ease the regulatory
barriers associated with tribal energy development. In August,
I signed the Energy Policy Act of 2005, allocating $2 billion
in the form of grants, loans, and loan guarantees for
exploration, development, and production of energy. This
legislation will help ensure that latest energy technologies
are being used throughout our country.
Since the earliest days of our Republic, Native Americans have
played a vital role in our country’s freedom and security.
From the Revolutionary War scouts to the Code Talkers of World
War II, Native Americans have served in all branches of
America’s Armed Forces. Today, that proud tradition continues,
with Native Americans bravely defending our country in
Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and helping to
spread liberty around the world. America is grateful to all
our service men and women who serve and sacrifice in the
defense of freedom.
Our young country is home to an ancient, noble, and enduring
native culture, and my Administration recognizes the defining
principles of tribal sovereignty and the right to
self-determination. By working together, government to
government, on important education, economic, and energy
initiatives, we can strengthen America and build a future of
hope and promise for all Native Americans. This month, we pay
tribute to the American Indians and Alaska Natives who
continue to shape our Nation. I encourage all citizens to
learn more about the rich heritage of Native Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United
States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by
the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby
proclaim November 2005 as National American Indian Heritage
Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month
with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second
day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand five,
and of the Independence of the United States of America the
two hundred and thirtieth.
GEORGE W. BUSH
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Lapwai, Chief Leschi, Omak to play in
Raider Christmas Classic BB Tournament
NESPELEM, WA., NOV. 28—Word was received today from Lake
Roosevelt High School, Coulee Dam, WA., that a Boys and Girls
Raider Christmas Basketball Tournament will be held Dec.
22-23.
Besides the Lake Roosevelt Raiders, the other three teams
scheduled to play in the Tournament are: Lapwai, Idaho; Chief
Leschi School, Puyallup, WA.: and the Omak Pioneers from Omak,
WA.
The schedule, date, and time of each game are as follows:
Thursday, Dec. 22
Game 1 3:00 p.m.
Omak vs. Chief Leschi Girls
Game 2 4:30 p.m.
Omak vs. Chief Leschi Boys
Game 3 6:00 p.m.
Lake Roosevelt vs. Lapwai Girls
Game 4 7:30 p.m.
Lake Roosevelt vs. Lapwai Boys
Friday, Dec. 23
3:00 p.m.
Loser of 1 vs. Loser of 3
4:30 p.m.
Loser of 2 vs. Loser of 4
6:00 p.m.
Winner of 1 vs. Winner of 3
7:30 p.m.
Winner of 2 vs. Winner of 4
The Chief Leschi School is operated by the Puyallup Tribe, and
is attended by American Indian students from 92 different
Tribes.
Both the Girls and Boys team from Lapwai, Idaho, have won a
number of State Basketball Championship games. The majority of
the members of the Nez Perce Tribe either live at Kamiah, or
at Lapwai.
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