Karuk Tribe – Council Meeting

March 24, 2011 – Happy Camp CA

Meeting Minutes

 

Meeting called to order at 3pm, by Arch Super, Chairman

 

Present:

Arch Super, Chairman

Michael Thom, Vice-Chairman

Florrine Super, Chairman

Verna Reece, Member at Large

Dora Bernal, Member at Large

Sonny Davis, Member at Large

Bud Johnson, Member at Large

Florence Conrad, Member at Large

Crispen McAllister, Member at Large

 

Absent:

None

 

Florrine Super, Council Secretary/Treasurer read the Mission statement aloud for the audience.

 

Agenda:

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve the agenda with changes, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Minutes of February 24, 2011:

Florrine Super motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve the minutes of February 24, 2011, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Old Business:

None at this time.

 

Guests:

1.) Lisa Aubrey, Tribal Member

Lisa is present to personally thank the Tribal Council for supporting her family during the hard time of laying her family to rest after a terrible accident. She thanked the Tribe for the Burial Assistance Program and noted what a good service it is to Tribal Members and their families. She was thankful for the Tribe’s multipurpose room to use to hold the service as well. She used to administer the Tribe’s burial assistance program and recently being on the other side she understands how the services are so beneficial to the Tribal Members. She thanked them again for their support.

 

2.) Elizabeth Harrison, Tribal Member

Elizabeth is present to seek assistance with her school trip to Europe. The students will travel to several locations with their High School. They will leave Portland Sunday, June 12, 2011 and return July 4, 2011. She has been conducting fundraisers and attempting to raise all the funding for her trip. Her father stood up and talked on her behalf; explaining that Liz is a very bright and dedicated student. She has been working very hard to earn the money and will continue to work toward fundraising, but at this time, any assistance the Tribe may provide would be appreciated. They are seeking a sponsorship or a loan is a possibility as well. She raised $800 so far and will need additional funding. Elizabeth is going to be the salutatorian or valedictorian of her class as well. She and Ronny Reed Jr. are recognized in the Northern Siskiyou County students. This will be tabled to Thursday’s Planning Meeting.

 

2.) Eric Cutright, IT Director
Eric has two action items. The Yreka clinic is under construction currently and the staff is in need to parking during the construction phase. Mike Edwards has identified nearby businesses that are willing to allow parking and a bowling ally was identified. In return the business would like a $30 youth bowling league donation in exchange for parking. The funding is available but it is a “donation” which is not allowable with funding restrictions so the funding will need to come from council discretionary.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Florrine Super seconded to provide $100 per month for parking from Council discretionary to the Youth Bowling League, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Eric then went on to note that he has been working with Sara and Ruth on a sound system for the Council Meetings at each location. They Council had asked for an estimate and he has found a company that may be able to run a test, to see if it meets what the Council is looking for. They system that can be rented will not have as much benefits as a complete purchase. Even though there is this information he wants to know what the Council’s direction is. Michael would rather purchase a sound system. Eric would like to write a scope of work and determine what qualified contractors can complete the work. Eric will write the scope up and that will be sent to the Council for review, prior to being posted.  

 

1.) April Attebury, Tribal Court Administrator:

April is not present but Tanya is present to review her report with the Council. She reports on the activity that is planned this weekend in Orleans. A project called “Reality Wall” is being done. She is working with the youth in Orleans on the cultural activities as well as giving a voice to the silent victims which are the children. She is hoping to create an environment where the children can support each other, and this is made possible by the Pikyav Committee, TANF, OES, TERO and OVW.

 

Verna noted that there wasn’t sufficient information provided to the finance department in advance so they were pushed for time to get checks done. Tanya did provide the information in her reports but she apologized that she did not communicate enough vocally on the project.

 

An event similar to this will be done in Happy Camp and Yreka as well. Tanya is focused on Orleans and Happy Camp but understands that April may want to have another event in the Yreka community.

 

Tanya then went on to explain that there will be teen parenting classes in Happy Camp soon. This was identified as a need based on the high volume of need for the area.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve April’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

2.) Jim Berry, KTHA Executive Director

Jim is not present, but KTHA Board Member, Scott Quinn is present. Scott announced that the Strategic Planning Session in Blue Lake took place, and it was productive; he highlighted the priority system. The Council and KTHA Board identified law enforcement, student/elder vouchers, and emergency housing as their top three priorities.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Jim’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

3.) Sandi Tripp, IRR Roads

Sandi is present to review her report. She is seeking approval to update the IRR roads inventory. There are three updates. One is the Panamnik Center parking lot and two other locations.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve resolution 11-R-027, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Sandi then sought approval of late submissions which is a regional bicycle update.  

 

It will be at Redcap road. It is resolution 11-R-035. This will request the Humboldt County Association of Governments to include the plan in the Humboldt County Regional bike Plan.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve resolution 11-R-035, 8 haa, 0 puuhara 0 pupitihara.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Sandi’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

4.) Scott Quinn, Land Manager:

Scott is present to review his written report. He has a no cost amendment with Baldwin, Blomstrom, Wilkinson & Associates extending the duration of the contract to work toward completing the forest management plan of the Tribe. It has taken a considerable amount of time revise the draft and Bill and Earl have been assisting with the revision. The time extension is to December 31, 2011.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve addendum #3 to 10-C-047, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.


Scott then went on to highlight his report. Scott did note that the survey was completed and with the Tebbe party there is advancement. Arch signed the paperwork today to purchase the property at Chinich Creek.

 

Scott requested a blackberry for work. He currently has a cell phone issued by the Tribe but it is near time for an upgrade and moving to a blackberry might be best.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve issuing Scott a blackberry, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.


Crispen McAllister motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Scott’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

5.) Leaf Hillman, DNR Director

Leaf is present to review his written report and introduce Bill to present an action item. Bill noted that the BIA sent a letter dated March 3rd, announcing a new process for the BIA fuels program. The webinar was present on March 12th and the due date was March 31st. This was the new process to complete for the next four years of funding. He did complete the proposal; although he thought he was going to complete more. The first proposal that he presented was resolution 11-R-033 for FY twelve and fifteen. He received support letters for the proposal and establishing the first fire line network landscaping in California. Bill noted that there is a good chance to receive some base funding and there be the opportunity to hire a half-time person for the fire/fuels program that works 6 months for the next four years. This proposal also provides funding for lodging, training, travel and related costs for anyone in the network to complete their training and have their national recognition for non federal employees. The other portion would be to work out an agreement with a federal agency to allow fire management, and he believes hat the agreement may be more suited with the Fish and Wildlife Services.

 

Michael Thom would like to have the resolution updated to include combining the resolution to make the Secretary/Treasurer as a combined position.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Florrine Super seconded to approve resolution 11-R-033, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Leaf then went on to seek out of state travel for Melissa Kleeman to database training in Bellevue Washington, May 2-6, 2011.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve out of state travel for Melissa Kleeman to Bellevue Washington, May 2-6, 2011, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 1 pupitihara (Crispen McAllister).

 

Leaf then went on to discuss the part time employee that is working from home, and have remote access to his email. He will move to full time once the current fiscal clerk goes out on leave but currently he is working from home and cannot access his work email.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve allowing Bob Rhoade to access email from home, 6 haa, 0 puuhara, 2 pupitihara (Verna Reece and Dora Bernal).

 

Craig took the opportunity to update the Tribe on dam removal. He provided an overview on the progress made toward dam removal and it is time to travel to Washington DC to discuss the progress and collaborate with members of supporting groups to demonstrate the collaboration and the support toward Dam removal. He is working with Klamath Riverkeeper to split the costs for travel and would like to seek the Council’s approval of at least ten people from different entities to travel to Washington DC.  He noted that some staff would be from outside agencies that are a part of the campaign, and staff from the Tribe. All avenues of assistance are being pulled for the travel costs, leaving only 4 people needing to be paid by the Tribe. Craig would like the Council’s approval for him, Leaf, Molli, and Frankie Joe Myers, tentatively. They would like to travel April 11th for the full week as legislation is being introduced regarding Dam removal.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve the team to travel to Washington DC, April 11th, 2011, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Next week March 30, 2011 is the public comment meeting in Yreka for Siskiyou County to comment on the draft EIS for suction dredge mining. Craig asked that a Council representative attend. It is decided that both Florrine and Crispen will attend.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve Leaf’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

6.) Emilio Tripp, Education Coordinator:

There was a recommendation in the former director’s report to update the education policies adding an additional Council representative to the Committee.

 

Crispen McAllister motioned and Florrine Super seconded to approve the revision to the education committee policies, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Michael Thom seconded to approve Emilio’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

7.) Laura Olivas, KCDC:

Laura is present to seek her action item. She is asking that Michael be approved to travel to Seattle Washington to deliver the EDA proposal.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve out of state travel for Michael Thom to Seattle Washington delivering the KCDC CEDS document, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 1 pupitihara (Michael Thom).

 

Laura then provided a request for a business license for Amkuuf Shop. The license has expired.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve the business license, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Laura will make some minor clerical edits and submit to Dion Wood, TERO Director to have the license issued.

 

Florence inquired about the smoke shop sales and the profit, because the previous discussion was to have the smoke shops contribute to the education department of the Karuk Tribe. It was updated to Florence that the contribution to the Education Department will not begin until the Amkuuf Shop debt is paid back to the Tribe.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Laura’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

8.) Robert Attebery, LIAP Administrator:

Robert is present to review his written report to the Council. They are working toward moving crisis and weatherization funding to provide further assistance. The LIAP office has recently revised their income guidelines to provide assistance to clients providing less toward services but assisting more people. Erin then went on to explain that CSD funding reductions are across the board.

 

Erin provided a HIP home update. Earl’s home is being worked on and with other project savings they will get the home replacements underway. Erin believes that when projects are closed out then they may apply funding toward the other projects that may need it. Robert noted that the clients are fully communicated with regarding the HIP homes and their progress as the projects develop.

 

He went on to update the Council on the NEW program. There are currently 9 active participants. Robert completed the orientation on the program and has provided explanations on the pros and cons of the program for the clients. Robert noted that the participants are all doing very well, taking advantage of the programs concept and benefiting their personal lives to prepare themselves for employment possibilities.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Robert’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

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

Jaclyn is present to seek approval an action item. She has an IMLS proposal for presentation and approval. It was submitted last year but was not funded. The project was scaled down to assist in making it more appealing for funding. The resolution is 11-R-032.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve resolution 11-R-032, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Jaclyn then went on to discuss other projects that she is working on. She is continuing to work on a CSBG proposal that Erin and Emilio submitted last year, that was not funded. She noted that she is revising this years hoping to make it appear more fundable.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Jaclyn’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

10.) Ruth Rouvier, Language Department:

Ruth is present to review her written report with the Council. She inquired about funding for travel for language training. She received permission from ANA that project participants may attend a three day workshop toward the end of June. 

 

Crispen McAllister motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve up to 10 people to travel to Tucson AZ, at the end of June for Language Conference (Ruth will handle the tracking of participants), 6 haa, 0 puuhara, 2 pupitihara (Verna Reece and Florrine Super).

 

She then sought approve to Washington DC for herself to the Smithsonian. They have invited Ruth to attend as a mentor with a Tribal Member.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve out of state travel for Ruth Rouvier to Washington DC, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Ruth also updated the Council on other activities of her department. There was an article in the SDN that noted news from Happy Camp and a school board meeting, with students from HCHS. One student requested a Karuk language course at the High School. She was happy for the students to take an interest and noting it to their governing body, with that information actually run in the local paper.

 

Ruth thanked André and Jaclyn for their efforts toward grant writing and documentation on the projects getting the strategic planning session fully funded.

 

Florrine asked if Ruth has put thought into ending the current project. Ruth noted that she discussed ways to end the program and for continuing some work with the apprentices and master speakers. They won’t be paid but there are options but she is still evaluating those.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Ruth’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

11.) Helene Rouvier, People’s Center Director:

Helene is present to seek approval of her action items. She is seeking approval of the pesticide policies for the People’s Center. The policies are also a part of the reporting requirements for the NAGPRA grant.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Verna Reece seconded to approve the pesticide policies, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Helene then asked for direction on the People’s Center Advisory Committee. There are three positions available for the five person committee, and only one letter of interest was received. Bud and Crispen were seated as committee members. Leeon is also on the committee. The meetings are open to everyone although non members may not vote. The Council would like Helene to post the position continuously to seek more letters of intent but to work toward their goals as they can with the Committee they have.

 

Helene noted that the cultural resources chapter of the EIS report was done regarding dam removal and she reviewed it. She also drafted a response from her cultural knowledge on the EIS countering what was noted as minimal but necessary damage to cultural areas.

 

She is following THPO and preparing to compile copies of documents for or related to Karuk territory.

 

Helene attended a workshop regarding disaster preparedness plan and learned there should be a fire suppression option in the museum. She is willing to obtain an estimate but Erin noted that it was estimated at $28,000 ten years ago. Helene did discuss possibly reviewing options of fire suppression in some locations of the Center. She will review this further to determine what the needs are for the facility.  

 

Verna Reece motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve Helene’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

12.) Dion Wood, TERO Director
Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve Dion’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

13.) Sara Spence, Human Resources:

Sara is present to review her written report. She provided items to the Council that she would like to present at Thursday’s planning meeting. She also provided a copy of the cooking contract that may or may not have action taken on it tonight, as she understands that the Council has not had time to review it. She updated the Council on the recent interviews scheduled; also a Reunion Planning Meeting has been set March 30th. Florrine noted that TANF may have available funding for high risk youth seminar that Sara was gathering information on. She may want to contact them regarding possibly contributing to the training.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Dora Bernal seconded to approve Sara’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

14.) Laura Mayton, CFO:

Laura is present to review her report with the Council. She has one action item.

 

Laura discussed the overview of the Caltrans van that was funded. Previously, a grant was written for a van for the Health Program. It was funded and provided but the reporting requirements are not able to be met within the strict guidelines of Caltrans. Laura is seeking permission to return the van.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Dora Bernal seconded to approve returning the van to Caltrans along with the Title, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Laura then went on to discuss the Cobell Settlement and requested that some information be provided from staff that attended meetings on Cobell. Bob Goodwin attended meetings regarding Cobell and he worked with Sara having information posted on the Tribe’s website along with information in the Newsletter. Information distribution is being done but the Federal Government is unsure of the mass of questions and are failing to communicate efficiently with Tribal Members who may or may not be involved or affected by the Cobell Settlement. Laura went on to note that there should be someone in the Tribe to draft an article for the Newsletter providing this information for all members to hear.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Laura’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

15.) Erin Hillman, Director of Administrative Programs & Compliance:

Erin announced that Emilio has resigned from his position as the Education Coordinator for the Karuk Tribe. There have been several applications for the position which will have interviews next Tuesday.

 

The Grant Writer position interviews took place earlier today. The position has been offered to one applicant and they have accepted; pending their drug screening the person will be cleared to begin working for the Tribe as soon as possible.

Verna inquired how it came about that Rick was reduced to part time and moved to KCDC if there were additional needs for grant writing at the Tribe. Erin noted that there was a discussion regarding this that was held with the Tribal Council and she will follow up providing that information to the Tribal Council at a later time.

 

Erin noted that there is a draft emergency preparedness department plan, position description and work plan including objectives that will be coming to the Council for review. This is a project that has been working with HSU and it is a way to obtain staff training and Council training and she is hoping to have some Council input to seek grant funding for this department development. Bob noted that USFS staff member inquired about the Tribes plan and the collaboration with local entities. USFS is hoping to receive a copy of the plan moving forward to determine who will work with whom and the overall collaboration on the plan, especially locally. Erin noted that there are several agencies working in that preparedness forum in different levels within government; she continues to work on this and will provide as much information as possible, while working with all entities to develop a well working emergency preparedness plan. Bob noted that the USFS would like to be involved at some point; Erin explained that it is more a community effort, organizing all entities of the area, but she will of course keep that in mind and ensure everyone is well informed pulling resources as necessary to make a sound plan.

 

Florrine asked if there was any other budget that allows for costs that were formally funded out of CSD, since that funding has been reduced.  Joyce Jones is working on some legislative options to oppose the reduction in funding; however she doesn’t believe that that will come to pass based on the President issuing cuts as well as Congress. Erin will follow this making every attempt to keep in mind the Youth Leadership needs as well as cultural activities that were paid from that fund.

 

Florrine Super motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve Erin’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

16.) Robert Goodwin, Self Governance Coordinator:

Bob noted that he was recently on  travel in DC attending an IHS Conference, and it was so poorly organized not allowing staff to speak on behalf of the Tribe’s needs. He had an issue attempting to get the opportunity to speak to the government officials and participate in consultation and noted that the utter disrespect for allowing Tribes to express their concerns during a commenting period was unacceptable.

 

He, Sonny and Dora are traveling to Sacramento for a CNIGA meeting on 3/30.

 

Bob has been working with staff and most recently, Joe and Tanya arrived at his office to explain an issue they were having in regulations being enacted regarding licensing for Substance and Alcohol Abuse counselors. Bob is working with them to ensure that the development of regulations has Tribal input that best serves the Membership and the clients of the Karuk Tribe’s substance and alcohol abuse programs.

 

Bob spoke with Dennis regarding the Tribe’s Gaming Ordinance. The BIA and NIGC have been holding weekly meetings and the Karuk Tribe, he is told, is on that agenda. There are two people that work well with the Tribe at the Department of Interior and the NIGC seem to think that there is a favorable decision but that has not been confirmed.

 

He spent time reviewing other Tribe’s compacts that Governor Schwarzenegger had signed. He believes that reviewing the compacts will assist the Karuk Tribe developing and maintaining a more favorable compact.

 

Verna Reece motioned and Sonny Davis seconded to approve Bob’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

17.) Daniel Goodwin, Maintenance Supervisor:

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve Daniels report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

18.) Fred Burcell, Construction Manger:

Florrine Super motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve Fred’s report, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Phone Votes:

a.      Request approval to pay remaining balance owed for the funeral services of Tribal Member #1386 in the amount of $468 from council discretionary. Passed.

b.      Request approval to pay remaining balance of $1,645.49 for Tribal Member #696 funeral services from council discretionary. Passed.

c.       Request approval to contribute $1,000 for Tribal Member #1433 funeral services from council discretionary. Passed.

d.      Request approval to provide $300 assistance to Tribal Member #2113 council discretionary. Passed.

e.       Request approval to provide $800 assistance to Tribal Members #598 & #1730 for schooling out of state. Did not pass.

 

Closed Session:

Florence Conrad motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to approve resolution 11-R-036, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Dora Bernal motioned Verna Reece seconded to approve resolution 11-R-016 authorizing revisions to the Karuk Tribe’s Election Ordinance, to revise the Ordinance, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Crispen McAllister motioned and Florrine Super seconded to approve a loan to Tribal Member #HP in the amount of $1,500 with $75 monthly payments, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Florence Conrad motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve a loan to employee # DH in the amount of $2,500 with full repayment by May 31, 2011, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Dora Bernal motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to provide the funding in the amount of $100,000 to KCDC with return payment within 4 months, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Dora Bernal motioned and Crispen McAllister seconded to approve the revised loan agreement with Tribal Member# 2035 in the amount of $50 per month, removal from delinquency list and assume full payments, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Directive: to IT Department to cease ordering upgrades to Galaxy S phones immediately, and they are not to be allowed unless specifically approved by the Tribal Council.  

 

Consensus: to table the loan request from Tribal Member #11 while payment options are reviewed

 

Consensus: to deny employee #3177 pay increase request.

 

Consensus: to deny a request for a credit card to be issued to employee until review in six months, to determine the need.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Florrine Super seconded to pay for the invoice to Enterprise Rent-a-Car in the amount of $514.36 from DNR budget, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Consensus: to allow Florrine Super to travel to the Reality Wall Project March 26, 2011.

 

Sonny motioned and Bud seconded to approve travel for Dora Berna, Florence Conrad, Florrine Super and Verna Reece to Blue Lake CA May 17-18, 2011 for TANF training, 4 haa, 0 puuhara, 4 pupitihara (Florence Conrad, Florrine Super, Dora Bernal, and Verna Reece).

 

Consensus: to allow Florence Conrad to receive lodging for 3/27 due to flight schedule from Eureka on 3/28.

 

Florrine Super and Sonny Davis seconded to approve out of state travel for Florence Conrad to Rockville MD for fire training, August 8-12, 2011, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Consensus: for HR to no longer attend the entire TERO meetings and to maintain a separate working relationship assisting the employee and the Tribe separately.

 

Consensus: for Council Member Dora Bernal to begin working on fuel and mileage log revisions to policy ensuring compliance and documentation of use for tribal vehicles.

 

Consensus: for the DNR Meetings to be emailed ensuring that the Council is aware of what meetings are scheduled. 

 

Consensus: to issue a reminder, that the TERO Commissioners shall be coordinated with ensuring that one TERO representative is confirmed for all interviews of the Tribe.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Bud Johnson seconded to may payment of $50 to Tribal Member #LA with a written apology, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Consensus: to allow Crispen McAllister to attend Humboldt County Superintendant of Schools interviews.

 

Michael Thom motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to approve the contract 11-C-041 between the Karuk Tribe and Kathleen Davis, 7 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara (Sonny absent for vote).

 

Michael Thom motioned and Florence Conrad seconded to sponsor $250 per child (EH, SG, JK), from council discretionary, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Next Meeting Date: April 28, 2011 at 3PM in Orleans, California.

 

Dora Bernal motioned and Verna Reece seconded to adjourn at 9:46PM, 8 haa, 0 puuhara, 0 pupitihara.

 

Respectfully Submitted,


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Arch Super, Chairman


Recording Secretary, Barbara Snider