by Micheal Rios, Tulalip News
On Monday, January 11, Tulalip elders came together to cast their votes and enjoy a catered lunch in the Orca Ballroom of the Tulalip Resort Casino. Votes were cast to determine who the three open spots on the Elders Committee would go to.
Current committee members Dawn Simpson and Gary Baker were joined by newly elected members Valda Gobin, Lily Ann “Cookie” Robinson, and Delmar Jones.
Following the election, there was a hand-vote to determine who would be Chairman, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. It was decided that Valda Gobin is the new Chairman, Gary Baker is Vice-Chair, and Dawn Simpson is the new Secretary.