CTCLUSI Tribal Scholarships
Tribal Government Scholarships are now open. Application Deadline is May 21, 2023.
Contact the CTCLUSI Education Department with any questions. Education Director Jemiah Wassman is available by email at jwassman@ctclusi.org or phone 541-888-1314.
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Tribal Council Election 2023
The Tribal Council Election was held on April 9, 2023.
Each Council member shall be elected for a four (4) year term at the appropriate General Council meeting in the year of the expired term. Council Positions #1, #3, and #5 shall be elected in odd-numbered years. Positions #2, #4 and #6 shall be elected in even-numbered years.
For a complete Election Code please see
Tribal Code, Ch 7-3 Elections.
2023 Election Results
Declared Candidates
Tribal Council Election April 9, 2023
For Positions #1, #3 and #5
Posted in the order received by position as of 2/2/2023
| Position Number | Candidate | Declared Date |
| Position #1 | Debbie Bossley | 1-26-2023 |
| Position #1 | Enna Helms | 1-30-2023 |
| Position #1 | Kerry Brainard | 2-12-2023 |
| Position #3 | Julie Siestreem | 1-10-2023 |
| Position #3 | Jeremy Petrie | 1-26-2023 |
| Position #3 | Crystal Bishop | 2-9-2023 |
| Position #5 | Iliana Montiel | 1-27-2023 |
| Position #5 | Henry (Kip) Brainard | 2-1-2023 |
| Position #5 | Justin Krossman | 2-3-2023 |
Candidate Forum Information
Candidates are not required to participate; however, there will be an opportunity for any candidate to meet with the membership and have a question/answer session.
Saturday, March 11, 2023
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. pst
Location in Person: The Community Center in Coos Bay.
Virtual: A zoom link will be provided.
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Proposed Code Amendments: Chapter 1-18 Burial Benefit Fund, Chapter 10-1 Water Quality Standards
The following two (2) proposed Codes was passed for First Reading by Tribal Council on March 12, 2023
TITLE: 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS
Chapter 1-18 Burial Benefit Fund
The Tribal Council has determined a need for this Burial Benefit Fund; and
The purpose of this Code is to assist Tribal families who may experience a financial hardship due to the loss of a spouse or family member and to better define a service that is already offer to membership.
TITLE: 10 NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE ENVIORONMENT
Chapter 10-1 Water Quality Standards
The Tribal Council has determined a need for this Water Quality Standard; and
The purpose of these standards is the safeguard, maintain and improve the quality of the Tribes waters… the Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development of these standards.
Tribal Council hereby approves the establishment of Chapter 1-18 Burial Benefit Fund and Chapter 10-1 Water Quality Standards , and hereby approves drafts for first reading and posting for a twenty-eight (28) day period.
DATE OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING AT WHICH THE PROPOSED CODE IS EXPECTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FINAL PASSAGE:
May 14, 2023
The notice of the proposed amendment/creation of Code/Ordinance shall be published in the Tribal Newsletter and the complete Codes will be posted for public comment for twenty-eight (28) days in the Administration Building, Tribal Hall, Outreach Offices, on the Tribes’ Website and at Three Rivers Casino (Office of the Gaming Commission). Written comments should be sent to the Tribal Council in care of Jeannie McNeil, CTCLUSI, 1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420 or email: jmcneil@ctclusi.org.
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Proposed Code Amendments Chapter 3-3 Violations
The following proposed Codes was passed for First Reading by Tribal Council on February 12, 2023
TITLE: 3 OFFENSES
Chapter 3-3 Violations
The Tribal Council has determined amendments are needed for Chapter 3-3 Violations
In Section 3-3 Trespass.
Tribal Council hereby approves the amendments to both Codes for first reading and posting for a twenty-eight (28) day period.
DATE OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING AT WHICH THE PROPOSED CODE IS EXPECTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FINAL PASSAGE:
April 9, 2023
Please visit www.ctclusi.org for complete draft edits to the Code for membership to review.
The notice of the proposed amendment/creation of Code/Ordinance shall be published in the Tribal Newsletter and the text will be posted for public comment for twenty-eight (28) days in the Administration Building, Tribal Hall, Outreach Offices, on the Tribes’ website and at Three Rivers Casino (Office of the Gaming Commission). Written comments should be sent to the Tribal Council in care of Jeannie McNeil, CTCLUSI, 1245 Fulton Avenue, Coos Bay OR 97420 or email: jmcneil@ctclusi.org.
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Three Rivers Foundation Awards $1.1 Million to More than 100 Oregon Nonprofits
February 21, 2023
Media Contact:
Shelby Erickson, Director of Human Resources
serickson@threeriverscasino.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Three Rivers Foundation Awards $1.1 Million To More
Than 100 Oregon Nonprofits
Florence, Ore. — The Three Rivers Foundation, established by the Confederated Tribes of Coos,
Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians as the charitable arm of its Three Rivers Casino Resort,
awarded $1.1 million in funding to 117 organizations in Oregon.
Three Rivers Foundation is honored to impact the missions of these nonprofit organizations.
With almost ten thousand nonprofits operating in Oregon, funding is crucial. The Foundation
received a major increase in applications this year, allowing it to grant 62 nonprofits first-time
grant funding.
“It makes my heart feel good,” said Doug Barrett, Tribal Council member. “It feels good getting
to see what these organizations are doing with the money, whether it be the food banks, helping
the youth through their struggles, whatever the money goes, it is pretty awesome.”
The Three Rivers Foundation supports innovative ideas, collaborative approaches and grassroots
efforts in education, health, public safety, problem gambling, the arts, the environment, cultural
activities and historic preservation.
Several members of the Tribal Council were present at a February 16 luncheon at the Florence
Casino held to honor the grant recipients.
“When I have a rough time throughout the year, “I think of today as a positive energy that’s
going on in this room, helping the community, bringing the community together, and
strengthening it. What a positive thing to do,” said Chief Doc Slyter, Confederated Tribes of
Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians.
The Cascades Raptor Center was one of the 117 nonprofits to receive funding. The Foundation
awarded the popular center $10,000 to expand its educational programming.
“Now we will be able to serve more communities, rural communities who don’t have the means
to rent buses or make it to the raptor center for education,” said Jennifer Monegan, Senior
Development Officer Cascades Raptor Center. “It’s such an incredible gift to the community
from the Three Rivers Foundation.”
Children’s Repertory Of Oregon Workshops (C.R.O.W.) received $21,000. It will use the
funding to support its main stage musical, The SpongeBob Musical.
“It’s amazing, and we are so grateful for the funding,” said Melanie Heard, founder of C.R.O.W.
“The Three Rivers Foundation is incredible! They do so much for the community; every need
has been met and is truly touching. The arts are really important, and it was very special that the
Three Rivers Foundation recognized that.”
Boys and Girls Club of Western Lane County received $25,000. It plans on using the grant to
fund its outside healthy habitat for its kids and teens to use in the cold and rainy winter and
spring months. “There’s a lot of rain here and our kids are stuck inside a lot and so we don’t have
gym space at our facility or anywhere close by that they can go, ” said Vanessa Buss, CEO of the
Boys and Girls Club of Western Lane County. “We’re so very grateful that we have Three
Rivers Casino here in Florence to help support the work that we do as a community.”
Counties that received grant money are as follows. See the excel spreadsheet for exact totals.
· Coos – 21
· Curry – 4
· Douglas – 15
· Lane – 72
· Lincoln – 2
· Other areas – 3
About the Three Rivers Casino Resort
Owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw
Indians, Three Rivers Casino Resort has strong ties to the surrounding community along the
Central Oregon Coast. As one of the largest employers in the area, Three Rivers provides
resources and opportunities for both tribal and non-tribal members of the region. In addition to
providing local jobs, Three Rivers sponsors local arts programs for both professional and
children’s theater and donates to dozens of local and regional nonprofit organizations. It has
become a pillar of community support; the philanthropic spirit of Three Rivers Casino is felt
deeply on the Central Oregon Coast and statewide. For more information, visit
About the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, & Siuslaw Indians
The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians are made up of 3 tribes
(4 Bands): 2 bands of Coos Tribes: Hanis Coos (Coos Proper), Miluk Coos; Lower Umpqua Tribe; and Siuslaw Tribe. The tribes trace their ancestry back to the aboriginal inhabitants of the
South-Central coast of Oregon. For more information, visit ctclusi.org.
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Spring Break Camp 2023
tsɬimiiye qwɬiiye (Spring Break Overnight Camp) 2023
Spring Break Camp 2023 is in person this year and is being held from March 27th- 31st at the Tribal Hall Reservation (338 Wallace Ave, Coos Bay, OR). Overnight camp is available to 3rd-12th graders of CTCLUSI families, youth of other Tribes, and youth of Tribal Administration Staff. Overnight camp is not being extended to youth under the age of 8 at this time. However, youth ages 5-7 may attend camp during the day from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Transportation for overnight campers is available from 3 locations this year: Tribal Administration in Coos Bay, the Florence Outreach Office, and the Eugene Outreach Office for overnight camp. Daily Transportation for K-2nd graders will not be provided to and from camp.
In order to receive a camp sweatshirt/jacket, campers must sign up by no later than Friday, March 3rd. The final deadline to sign up for camp is Friday, March 17th.
Upon sign up, you and your youth will receive an email confirmation and a list of suggested items to bring to camp. No later than one week before camp, you and your youth will receive a camp agenda via email.
For more information, please contact Jemiah Wassman at (541) 888-1314 or email jwassman@ctclusi.org
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Seeking Qualified Members for the Gaming Operational Review Board (GFORB)
The Board that oversees operations and activity of Three Rivers Casino Resort – Florence and Coos Bay, Oregon
The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians are currently seeking qualified members to apply for four (4) positions on the Gaming Facilities Operational Review Board (GFORB). The Board shall consist of five (5) members and shall be appointed by Tribal Council. Terms are four (4) year appointments. Board members must obtain high security gaming license for the Gaming Commission prior to being seated on the Board. Application deadline is March 31, 2023. Please visit www.ctclusi.org for detailed position descriptions and qualifications needed. These positions will receive a stipend.
If you are interested in being considered please submit a cover letter, and a resume to jmcneil@ctclusi.org . Any questions, please reach out to Jeannie McNeil at 541-888-7506.
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Needs Assessment 2022
Tribal Government Programs and Services Needs Assessment 2022
We were requesting feedback from Enrolled CTCLUSI Members.
Our goal is to identify any unmet needs or barriers concerning Tribal Membership. This information will assist various Tribal Government departments to explore future opportunities for programs and services to best serve our people.
Call Jeannie McNeil 541-888-9577 for any questions.
Originally posted on 7/5/2022. Updated 2/8/2023
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CCDF Fiscal Year 2023-2025 New Plan Public Hearing
Please join me via ZOOM, for the CCDF Fiscal Year 2023-2025 New Plan Public Hearing!
Monday, February 6, 2023, from 4p-5p PST.
Please contact Meagan Davenport at 541-888-7509 or mdavenport@ctclusi.org
for any questions prior to the meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84069646049?pwd=Zm9ZcXJabVRwT0RtQXVPcjladWlMZz09
Meeting ID: 840 6964 6049
Passcode: 606848
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4th Annual Winter Storytelling
geluu, basaq’/hechit’ (winter storytelling!)
Join us for a traditional meal and winter storytelling.
Tribal Hall, Saturday, February 10, 2023
Doors Open 5:00 p.m.
Dinner 5:30 p.m.
Storytelling at 6:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Cultural Coalition
Sponsored by the Oregon Cultural Trust and Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82138336162
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