Karuk Tribe – Council Meeting

January 26, 2012

Meeting Minutes Yreka CA

Meeting called to order at 3pm by Chairman, Russell “Buster” Attebery

Present:

Buster Attebery, Chairman
Michael Thom, Vice-Chairman Crispen McAllister, Member at Large Jody Waddell, Secretary/Treasurer Dora Bernal, Member at Large
Verna Reece, Member at Large Bud Johnson, Member at Large Sonny Davis, Member at Large

Absent:

None at this time.

Prayer was done by Sonny Davis and the Mission Statement was read aloud by Michael

Thom.

Agenda:

Verna Reece motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve the agenda with changes, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Minutes of December 22, 2011:

Jody Waddell motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve the minutes, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Guests:

1.) Franklin Thom, Tribal Member:

He is present to provide a song to the Council and audience. Frank noted that there was a meeting held years ago and during those discussions it was identified how to become recognized. Since that time he has become involved in the culture, language and traditions. He would like the
people to come together and to begin working together and move the people forward.
He then noted that Tribal Members that do not work for the Tribe should have equal rights as Members that don’t work for the Tribe. He noted that he watches how people react and it is interesting in how people prosper from the beginning. He says prayers to help him to speak. He was formally involved in the Karuk Restoration Language Program in the 90’s however he found that it was easier to learn independently. He teaches language at Head Start and when he teaches this he teaches all the traditions and culture for all the people.
He noted that those working for the Tribe should have a good attitude during work. If working for the Tribe then the employees should have a good outlook and positive outlook on the Tribal Members. He noted that all Tribal Members are the same whether employed or not. He noted that there are people that are so broken hearted that will not come to the meetings but they voice their concerns to him and he brings them forward. He doesn’t want the people broken into separate populations by community.

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He noted that he is very proud of the Council.
Buster thanked Frankie for his comments and he noted that the Mission Statement works for all the people. From the State of the Indian Affairs as heard this morning, he noted that this is a great tie for Indian Country for the Native Americans to move together and begin moving locally and nationally.

2.) Roxanne Strangefield, Youth Council Advisor:

Roxanne is present to address the Tribal Council. She noted that there are students that were going to come and thank the Council for their support in letting them attend the HSU campus
visit. She noted that there were at least 6 youth from Yreka that attended and at least 3 are interested in attending HSU. The Youth Council is working, but they are doing some fundraisers.
They are going to be doing some basketball tournaments, a dance in Happy Camp, regalia
making, the car detailing was completed, bake sales and other creative events. This current Youth Council is very proactive and meet regularly. The Council is always invited to attend their meetings on the first Sunday each month.
Buster asked Roxanne to let him know about the basketball tournament and he could possibly assist. Roxanne then introduced two of her Youth Council Members.
They thanked the Council for allowing them to attend the HSU visit. It provided them an opportunity to visit schools and the liked the services offered to Native Americans. They thanked the Council for allowing them to see that they were not alone in attending college.

3.) Lavon Kent, Tribal Member:

Lavon is present to read a statement to the audience and Council. She introduced her parents who are 93 years old. She has concerns regarding Elders. She has several questions for the Chairman and Council Members.
She inquired a written response regarding responsibility and response. At the last meeting there was discussion from an audience at that time regarding their non Native American spouse and she would like that discuss.
She then inquired about complaints that are filed. She asked about verbal responses given to the Tribal Council, she believes that the responsibility belongs to be written and sent back by the Directors, Managers and Department Heads. She noted that the Council took the responsibility and this was not the appropriate process.
She inquired what the protocol is for the Tribal Council and their responses. She inquired about closed session and what the procedures are. She would like this clarified.
She then inquired about Committee Members or volunteers and how they are selected. She noted that her parents are residents in KTHA and their home is non-compliant with OSHA and State regulations and she inquired who is above KTHA and noted that their homes have not been addressed. She noted that she assists taking care of them. She asked who the safety and compliance officer is for the Tribe and what qualifications do they carry. She noted that this is a top concern regarding this.
She looks forward to the Council’s response. She would like to meet with the Council personally as she likes to read body language. She noted that they would be here if it wasn’t for the Grace of

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God and they are in a position of honor. She thanked the Council for allowing her time to address the Council.
Michael noted that the Council will set a meeting with Lavon Kent and set a meeting with her and that they Council does follow the Roberts Rules of Order. Buster thanked her for bringing her parents to the meeting.

Directors Reports:

1.) Jim Berry, KTHA

Ann is present to provide a report to the Tribal Council. She has two action items. The first one is for agreement for the maintenance position 12-A-025 between the Karuk Tribe and KTHA for a
shared position.

Dora Bernal motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve agreement 12-A-025, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

She then sought approval of resolution for the service land agreement for the FEMA trailers located at Puufich under resolution number 11-R-136 and agreement 12-A-026.

Jody Waddell motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Ann and Jim’s report, 7 haa,

0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

The Council asked to receive an update on the KTHA Complaints. Dora also asked that KTHA provide information in the Newsletter so that the Tribal People will know what programs are out there. Ann did note that KTHA will also be seeking more opportunities to provide information.

2.) Sandi Tripp, IRR Project Manager:

Sandi noted that she has no action items but she did provide information regarding procurement. She would like this added to the Planning Meeting.
She has no action items. She did note that the Tribes MOA is going through the Tribes process. There are revisions that are needed and she would also like to discuss this at next months meeting too.
Michael noted that the Council receives written reports and when the Directors or Managers provide reports then they do not highlight them, and then it provide the opportunity for the audience to hear about the report.
Sandi noted what her position is and what she does is ensure that the Tribes roads are safe. She has one employee, Bucky Lantz and they have a large budget. In her report she noted that she is going to be getting a new maintenance vehicle in her department. They are in the process of going through transportation legislation, MAP-21.
There are meetings coming up in February which will provide an opportunity to discuss the legislation. She has been working with Siskiyou County on transit services which will cover into Somes Bar and Orleans. She noted that they are working on getting this funded for the first year and then allow for funding for the other years. She continues to work on this and she is glad to see that it is nearing end.
They are on a technical advisory Committee and they recently received funding for a red cap bike way. They are looking at getting a TEA project to beautify Happy Camp.

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Michael Thom motioned and Jody Waddell seconded to approve Sandi’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara,

0 pupitihara.

3.) Scott Quinn, Land Department:

Scott is present to provide a highlight of his report. He noted that the Rustic Inn property is done. There was funding for that clean up and they used.
He went to the Sartin property to look at the feasibility of renting that. They will be proving options to the Council at Thursday’s Planning Meeting to determine how much money the Council would like to provide funding toward.
He went to the site in Orleans regarding the gift deed property. There is a slab of cement and he would like it either filled in or put a fence up. The current owner has a caretaker there and he does a good job. Scott would also like to discuss this moving forward. There is no water or power at
the site. This is estimated at $15,000 and then the Council can charge the caretaker rent.
He continues to work on his Class A license. The Williams property has been accepted. The other property they wanted reviewed is very high in asking price. The inspections have been opened
last Monday and on Monday they will do the auction.
He would like approval for travel February 8, 2012 in Lakeside CA. Michael will be attending as well.

Dora Bernal motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Scott’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

4.) Bob Rhode, Fiscal Assistant of DNR:

Bob is present to seek approval of action items. He presented a resolution 11-R-140 with MCWC
not to exceed $12,000 for workgroups, data gaps, and restoration activities.
Dora noted that it was approved 12/24 and there wasn’t sufficient time for the Council to review it. She would like consistency in allowing time for the Council to review contracts, agreements and MOU’s. Bob noted that the number was drawn down in December so the resolution doesn’t have to be updated to a 2012 resolution. Erin explained that the number is based on calendar year, which it is now 2012 and the internal numbers are issued by Barbara. Barbara explained that it would be best if he received a 2012 number since its being presented and approved in 2012 and
2011 has already been closed out. Bob stated that he tracks the resolutions himself and it is working the way it is so he would recommend approval by the 2011 resolution number already issued.

Dora Bernal motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve resolution 11-R-140, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

He then presented a proposal. Michael would like to allow the Council time to review the proposal over the weekend.
Michael has questions regarding Leaf’s report and he would like to discuss this in closed session. The report was not approved.

5.) Daniel Goodwin, Maintenance Supervisor:

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Daniel is present to review his report. He noted that they are still doing the KCDC remodel. He reviewed the remodel challenges but ensures the Council that the staff is continually working on the project to complete it and successfully get the staff in the building.
He continues to work on the siding and roofing and with the warmer weather he should get more work done at the main maintenance building.
There are ongoing electrical issues as well at the Administration kitchen. They are addressing those.
Michael did go up to the KCDC building and likes the renovations. Dora inquired about sending staff to review the generator option at DNR. Daniel explained that Fred is keeping the Council up to speed on this, and he is working on prices. The last time the generator was reviewed was a few months ago, and they will continue to evaluate what options DNR will have moving forward for back up power.
The Council would like Fred to provide information to the Council moving forward.

Crispen McAllister motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Daniel’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

6.) Sara Spence, HR Manager:

Sara introduced herself and provided an overview of the hiring for the Orleans facility. She then noted that there are positions that are being advertised. Lessie was able to discuss the HRSA requirements for services which lead to the Social Services department to advertise for several
positions revised positions.
She then would like to seek approval of the Personnel Policy changes.

Michael Thom motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve the personnel policies, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 puuhara.

She then distributed the hiring policy which notes the changes.

Dora Bernal motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve the hiring policy, 7 haa, 0 puuhara,

0 pupitihara.

Then she provided the higher education policy. She provided three options; 1.) To not change it at all at this time and allow the continued process, 2) approve the new format to see how it works or
3) hold higher education would only apply to training and restrict all higher education for employees. The Council will continue to table this policy as there are several questions regarding its use at the Tribe.
She then noted that the KCDC did a phone vote, for recruitment of a recording secretary position for KCDC. She would like approval of the position description that she will post once approved. This was tabled to the Planning Meeting.
She announced the deadline for the Newsletter submissions is February 15, 2012.
Dora asked about having training in customer service and different trainings that the Council had asked her to plan. Sara noted that she is waiting for the Workforce Protection Act and the Safety

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Ordinance to be completed, before she implemented the trainings as suggested. She feels that it is more conducive to hold trainings in one day that will cover several aspects of new ordinances, customer service and other concepts, rather than have several different trainings, closing offices.
Dora is concerned over this and wanted to have the training done because of the high volume of concerns that the Council hears and a reminder to the staff regarding customer service is a benefit to the employees and Membership.

Verna Reece motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Sara’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

7.) Duke Arwood, Education Coordinator:

Duke is present to review his report. He noted that he is working on special requests and he is referring those out to other departments to ensure members are getting the best resources
available to them. The High School in Yreka has a Native American Arts class; it cannot be a
Karuk Club, because it is open to all Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. He is currently recruiting for Committee Members to oversee the Title VII funding that the schools have. He also finally received a committee in Yreka after eight months of recruiting. He is seeking tutors in Orleans so if there is anyone interested or may know of someone who may be interested they should get in touch with him. Happy Camp has four tutors and Yreka during the grand opening at the KTHA Computer Center there was excitement to begin tutoring in that building. It is a great resource to the community.
He had a meeting with Trevor Super, who works for Dept of Fish and Game which they discussed on some summer youth positions.
He just returned from Washington DC for 4-H and he is excited to get 20 Native Americans in Yreka and Happy Camp. The folks from Somes Bar and Orleans may participate but they need to come to Happy Camp. Michael inquired what the policy is for tutoring and if the parents are required to find a tutor that may be the problem and connectivity because the parents aren’t helping the students originally to begin with and that is why the children need a tutor. Having the parents that are not interested in their student’s studies will lead them to not be interested in finding them a tutor.

Verna Reece motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Duke’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

8.) Helene Rouvier, People’s Center Coordinator:

Helene is present to seek approval of a NAGPRA claim of a wolf skin. She noted that the skin is contaminated but she is looking into testing and funding for repairs. Helene noted that it is an existing wolf skin and is housed at the Phoebe Hearst Museum. Verna is unsure how much the
decontamination is going to cost so inquired about the possibility to waiting.

Bud Johnson motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve sending the NAGPRA claim for a wolf skin, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Verna Reece motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve the letter of commitment to Oregon

Parks and Recreation, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

She then would like to seek approval of a grant application resolution 12-R-009.

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Verna Reece motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve resolution 12-R-009, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Verna Reece motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve Helene’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

9.) Laura Mayton, CFO:

Laura is not present because the auditors are in Happy Camp and she stayed behind to assist them. She provided her written report.

Michael Thom motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Laura’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

10.) Robert Attebery, LIAP Administrator:

Robert is present to provide his report. He was out sick so the Council did not receive it in their packets.
He noted that the department reviewed service levels last year and adjusted the services issued to Tribal Members but this year the department determined it was best to provide the same level of services. The department continues to stabilize itself and keep the levels of services the same and keep the requirements the same. He provided a bulk mailing of applications to the Tribal Members that received service the year before to ensure he is connecting with the membership in the next round of funding for their homes.
They were able to find at least four applicants for HIP homes. One had a small little matter but there were three other people that may be able to assist. The criteria are so strict and income level so low that it makes it difficult for people to receive homes.
Today at the Yav Pa Anav Meeting he found information to move the GAWEP Program into real work experience. He is hoping to see this program move forward and he will be working with his committee regarding it to determine if it will move forward. He would like to have members of the Yav pa Anav assist in the program development to ensure there is better training for the membership.
Bob did note that people can call him and the Happy Camp Administration office if they have any questions.

Verna Reece motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Robert’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

11.) Jaclyn Goodwin, Grant Writer/Resource Developer:

Jaclyn is present to seek approval of resolution 12-R-010 to the ANA grant proposal (We’re
Making Speakers) which is to develop a 36 week instructional Karuk Curriculum.
She continues to work on strategic planning documents. She reaches out to work with staff and continues to work with the departments on planning. She has submitted several grant applications and has been working very hard. She is working on a summary and will draft a full proposal, and then she would like to schedule a meeting with the Tribal Council and other department that work with other judicial programs on possible new funding opportunities.

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Buster inquired if the Language is community based or outreach to the Schools. Jaclyn explained that the first year will be curriculum development and then it will be tested at the Happy Camp High School, Happy Camp Head Start and the Yreka Head Start but it will be implemented by other agencies and they will have to pay for the use but the Tribe will be handling the planning as that is all they can pay for. Buster is making contact at the BIA and he is inquiring on how to get teachers accredited and receive payment for teaching. He noted that there aren’t fluent speakers in each community. Buster then noted that the problem with the High School is that they do not
have the funding to pay the teacher but the interest is there from students to learn the Karuk language. He noted that the High School is onboard with this but they cannot pay for it, so he will look into this.
Sonny noted that if the language is to be taught it will take more than one hour per week.

Dora Bernal motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve resolution 12-R-010, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Michael Thom motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Jaclyn’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

12.) Robert Goodwin, Self-Governance Coordinator:

Robert is present to review his report. As informational regarding language; AB477 is legislation on language credentialing and the Tribe has the authority regarding itself to certify teachers of its language.
He would like to seek approval of an addendum regarding issues with fish passage near Highway
96 and the culverts that are small in diameter.
Bob then went on to note the UNDRIP that Crispen has brought to the Tribe to discuss several times. He wanted the language inserted into the Katimiin MOU and he has had plenty of higher level people that use it and was able to get the language included in that MOU which he now needs it to be approved by the Tribal Council.
He noted that all efforts shall be made by the Tribal Council to include language from the UNDRIP prior to submitting any report or proposal in documents to the Council for approval. There are several issues that may arise in educating others on the capacity of the UNDRIP but it is possible to begin applying it.

Michael Thom motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve resolution 11-R-152, 7 haa,

0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Bob will ensure that the Management Team receives a copy of the document and to ask that the
Council have the staff review the document and understand it.
Bob then would like to seek the Council to approve a resolution approving membership of the
CATG and the fees that are due. The Karuk Tribe does the fiscal accounting.

Dora Bernal motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve resolution 12-R-011, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

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He then noted that CATG has about 30 Members to the organization and the Tribe being one of them. The Tribe receives several updates and more information regarding the direction of tribal governments in California.
After a recent meeting with the USFS he met with Leaf Hillman regarding the OCFR. He discussed the group that hasn’t been functioning for quite a few years. This was formally a group that was a restoration group and the former Self-Governance Director did not buy into it and see its potential. Bob then went on to provide an overview of the Karuk Tribe and his explanation of the Karuk Members past and how they lost their fishing rights by becoming members of the Karuk Tribe. He is hoping to work with some folks regarding developing the Karuk’s history and
to review this by an independent point of view, and determine if it may have some implications to moving forward and he would like the Council to act on restoring the Karuk Tribes Restoration Group in order to actively utilize this group to provide information and resources to achieve the tribes goals regarding restoration. He believes that this should be considered by the Council and if the group does not focus on the Tribe having a reservation they will not move forward. He would like to have Council Members, Tribal Members and Key Staff available to begin this group again.
Michael explained his understanding with the Tribe losing its land settlement and what was done inaccurately led to the Tribe losing several steps and moving backwards. Bob agrees, noting that this occurred in 2003 and the Tribe was excluded from several cases that were brought forward. Bob feels that the judge made a bad decision and it has been reviewed several times with that same conclusion. Bob feels that it should be reviewed again. Bob discussed this with Laura Mayton and he noted that she believes that she can work with the Council on establishing a budget toward this.
He received a request for Tribal Consultation and he would recommend that a KCDC Board Member/Council Member attend with the Head Start Director but he is available to attend. The consultation is February 15, 2012.
Bob is requesting out of state travel for himself for RTOC, February 2012 which he is a member of.

Michael Thom motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve out of state travel for Bob, February 7-9, 2012, 7 haa, 0 pupitihara, 0 puuhara.

He then noted that May 16, 2012 will be the BOR meeting at Headway. He is requesting lunch be provided. There will be three staff members, BOR representatives and the Council.

Crispen McAllister motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Bob’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

13.) Erin Hillman, Director of Administrative Programs and Compliance:

Erin is present to seek approval of a grant application to DHHS for the SEDS program. She noted that its resolution 12-R-004 which is a three year project to train staff for emergency preparedness. It will provide for testing and equipment inventory. It will provide all three communities to be supplied with supplies and hire two staff members; a Coordinator and a GIS / Inventory specialist person.

Michael Thom motioned and Verna Reece seconded to approve resolution 12-R-004, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

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Erin then went on to provide an update to her report. This week the auditors arrived and so far there haven’t been any issues identified. They are doing compliance testing to Social Services and the Enrollment Department. They verify that the services provided are to eligible members.
For the Orleans project; a field work project has been done on the site for the Orleans clinic. She has been discussing this and ensuring there was no identified issues at the site. This was done on the environmental site.
She provided the separate HIP report and there was progress for the Indian Creek property. Once the notification is posted and/or comments are made then it will go out to bid to finalize that home replacement.
There is a Native American Asset building program that she would like to look into, and she will work on this with Darlene.
The CSD contracts have been received and she is putting those into the system so they may be used by Robert.

Dora Bernal motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Erin’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

14.) Dion Wood, TERO / Childcare Director:

Dion is present to review his report with the Council. He highlighted his report.
They are coming to a final version of the Workforce Protection Act in which Sara noted in her report he and Sara will provide additional training to the employees regarding it.
He emailed information on a safety and OSHA overview company that may come onsite to assist in policy development. This will assist in drafting some policies and procedures after addressing what some concerns are.
Dion did submit a counter proposal on the training as the original price was too expensive. He is hoping to move forward and approve a price and hopes that the cost comes in lower. He is hoping that TERO split the cost with the Council and that the Council considers this by Thursday’s Planning Meeting.
Dion provided a snap shot of the Childcare Program and the funding that is used which Dion must submit an annual report regarding. He charts this information and notes that 89% of the parents in the childcare program are working, and 8% are in training, and 2% are in protective services.
Dion is thankful that the Council is setting aside time for the ACF technical assistance onsite training. This will provide a vision to better services for the people. He did work on a draft agenda and he will submit that to the mandatory participants. He believes that it is time to work
together to get common vision and goals to use all programs to better services to the membership.
Dion appreciated what Frankie Thom’s comments were from earlier. He did note that it is hard being a Tribal Member and also an employee and he is thankful to be one but he noted that he appreciated Frankie reminded the employees on how to explain things outside to other members. Often times Tribal Members are confused by the regulations and restrictions of the Tribe and its

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funders, so by explaining things and the Tribal Member/Employee’s restrictions to people who call, is a good thing.
The State received funding for working with the Tribes and they are developing a statewide rating system for daycare centers and Tribes are excluded in the application. This will be focused on
with a plan to submit Tribal rating system for daycares and taken to the Feds, explaining that they had to do that, because the state excludes tribes.
Dion will be attending consultation in March and the national childcare board will utilize those meetings to speak about what is done and voice the Tribes position. A Council Member may need or want to attend and that will be March 6-10, 2012 to DC. He asked that they consider attending.

Jody Waddell motioned and Crispen seconded to approve Dion’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

15.) April Attebury, Tribal Court Administrator:

April is present to provide her report to the Council. She has no action items.
She has begun training the new judge protem and at the same time she is training Tanya as the Clerk. Things are operating smoothly and she is getting her staff trained. She provided information on the department’s current training plan. They are moving Roxanne into working more with Teens and young adults.
The Domestic Violence Site Court is going to be onsite at the Tribal Court Coalition. She mapped out the different court rooms and wanting to address security issues at each location. The Tribe uses the Tribal Council Chambers so the group is going to implement a safety plan for staff and this has led April to find some outside help as the caseload is anticipated for growth there is the need to have a plan.
She then shared that at the last minute there was a visit from the Pechanga Tribe and at they stopped by to visit the Karuk Tribal representatives, which was herself a couple Council Members and staff. They were thankful for allowing the time for their visit and they were appreciative.
The last thing she has is that most of her work that is being worked on is for enforcement on Tribal protection orders and preparing it to be released to the state. There were no comments. There was a little opposition by the Sheriff’s Association and she has addressed this. If it becomes law in California then there shouldn’t be a problem with enforcement on Court Orders. She has been asked to work and assist on a project on Tribal Access on Juvenile Records and Codes. This would be able to assist the State Court Judges to share documents. She may have travel needs that would have to be covered by Council discretionary which would be one or two trips to San Francisco. She is 100% grant funded and she is unsure if this would be allowable under her grants. Michael would recommend that she ask the NCTCC and then the Council will re-discuss this.

Michael Thom motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve April’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara,

0 pupitihara.

Buster noted that one of the two top priorities from Jefferson Keel were systems set up for violence against Native Americans. He encourages members and staff to listen to his address as the priorities are important and to know what representatives are going to look toward.

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16.) Darlene Silfies-Snapp, KCDC CFO:

Her report was provided to the Council. The fire crew is mostly revenue from last year and that will be spent, most of the grants that have ended will be removed from the books in accordance
with accounting policies. She continues to work with Eric on the change in KCDC’s phone systems, which Eric will be providing a cost estimate on. She is intending on switching phone systems at KCDC and Head Start.
Scott Quinn will be re-doing the fence at the storage sheds and that will allow the Tribe to no longer pay tax and put the property into trust.
Chuck Lent was discussing with CalEMA regarding funding that was not spent out and they are hoping to spend that moving forward. Buster noted that Chuck is to contact Laura regarding this.
Darlene provided information regarding the CEDS document and the planning that she is scheduling with Rick, herself and Jaclyn. She noted that she is trying to get a plan together to develop a strategy and by meeting the requirements of bringing several staff together to develop a cohesive and working CEDS. Michael noted that at any time there is a planning process done
then they invite the managers later, and then that would be most appropriate. Michael believes that this will work fine between the staff identified, the Tribal Council and the KCDC Board. Darlene wanted to give this additional information to seek the full amount of people that should attend. Michael would like to have the Council and KCDC meet first. Darlene would like to have a Committee work on this prior to the meeting at Blue Lake in April. A meeting shall be set prior to Blue Lake planning session and Darlene should work with Barbara on dates for that.

Crispen McAllister motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve Darlene’s report, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Requests:

None at this time.

Phone Votes:

a. Request approval to allow Dennis Whittlesey legal document including clarification. Passed.

b. Request approval of procurement and payment for algae analysis with Aquatic

Analysts. Passed.

c. Request approval for Dr. Shone to travel to Tucson AZ, January 23-27, 2012.

d. Request approval for Buster to travel to Klamath for a meeting with the Yurok

Tribe, January 3, 2012 and to travel to Trinidad to the NCTCA Meeting, January 4,
2012. Passed.

e. Approval for Buster, Dora and Bob to attend NIGC consultation on January 29,

2012. Passed.

Informational:

None at this time.

Committee Reports:

NCIDC Meeting Minutes are included in the Council packets for review.

Closed Session:

Consensus: to table the request from employee #5541 until February 7, 2012.

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Consensus: to deny any cultural contracts to Tribal Member #506 at this time.

Consensus: to refer Tribal Member #1189 complaint about KTHA to them, the health complaint to the Health Board and the suggestion regarding the age limit at the computer centers to the KTHA board.

Consensus: to deny additional rehab services for non Tribal Member married to a Tribal Member.

Michael Thom motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve out of state travel for Dora Bernal and Buster Attebery to attend the ACF consultation, March 6-10, 2012 in DC and Crispen seconded to approve travel, 6 haa, 0 puuhara, 1 pupitihara (Dora Bernal).

Dora Bernal motioned and Verna Reece seconded to approve Bud Johnson to travel to Klamath with April Attebury, February 3, 2012, 6 haa, 0 puuhara, 1 pupitihara (Bud Johnson).

Michael Thom motioned and Verna Reece seconded to approve resolution 12-R-012, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Michael Thom and Jody Waddell left the meeting at 8:15pm.

Consensus: to deny reviewing options of the Council purchasing another or different vehicle. Consensus: to deny travel for employee #7084 and only allow attendance for one day, February

13, 2012.

Verna Reece motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve travel for Dora and Buster to

CATG in Sacramento CA. February 21, 2012 for CATG Meeting, 5 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Consensus: to deny a recording secretary position at KCDC.

Dora Bernal motioned and Verna Reece seconded to pay $125 to Tribal Member #2231 for his

Booster Club request, 3 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Dora Bernal motioned and Verna Reece seconded to approve $125 from the Booster Club for

Tribal Member #414, 3 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

Next Meeting Date: February 26, 2012 at 3pm in Happy Camp.

Crispen McAllister motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to adjourn at 8:39pm, 5 haa, 0 puuhara,

0 pupitihara.

Respectfully Submitted,

Russell “Buster” Attebery, Chairman

Recording Secretary, Barbara Snider

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