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To: W Ron. Allen[rallen@jamestowntribe.org]; Rees, Gareth[gareth_rees@ios.doi.gov] From: Cason, James Sent: 2017-03-19T16:49:50-04:00 Importance: Normal Subject: Re: Catching up Received: 2017-03-19T16:50:27-04:00 Hi Ron, You are always welcome to drop by. My schedule has been pretty hectic. If you would like to schedule time, Gareth Rees can arrange for it. Otherwise, we can visit by phone. My number is (202) 513-0561. Feel free to call when you have time. Jim On Sat, Mar 11, 2017 at 9:19 AM, W Ron. Allen <rallen@jamestowntribe.org> wrote: Jim, I have been on such a fast track covering so many issues that I have not touched base with you. I've talked with Jackie a bit on what is going on with the AS/IA position and have heard about a few candidates. I heard about Tara Sweeney, Kevin Allis, Thomas LeClaire, and a couple of others. I'm not clear who is the point in the vetting and final decision-making. ??? What role does the Secretary have? I get asked by some who have sought my help in getting an interview and my first question is by who? I hear you have a role, Dave Bernhardt, and I'm not sure who else. Yesterday, I heard the decision was close to be made. Is that true? Anyhow I'm trying to decide how much energy to put into this effort. I know Kevin and Thomas and have met Tara. As you can imagine, having dealt with DOI & BIA for over 30 years, I have thoughts of the credentials, experience and general understanding of the complex issues facing Indian Country and want the right person to be seriously considered. We don't have the luxury of a long OJT process for a new Interior leader. Hope all is well. Thoughts? Thanks, Ron W. Ron Allen, Tribal Chair/CEO Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe Phone (360) 681-4621 (direct) Phone (206) 369-6699 (cell) From: Cason, James [mailto:james cason@ios.doi.gov] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 12:57 PM To: W Ron. Allen <rallen@jamestowntnbe.org> Subject: Re: Self-Governance Communication & Education Consortium support Hey Ron, My apologies...I just got to your email. As you might imagine, it's been a bit busy getting folks organized. I'll plan to call you early next week to discuss your concerns. Jim On Thu, Jan 26, 2017 at 6:58 AM, W Ron. Allen <rallen@jamestowntribe.org> wrote: Jim, Long time no see. I hear you're back in the DOI family. I'm touching base regarding a problem the DOI/BIA contracting office is causing unnecessarily. It has become a problem for the 280 Tribes who are served by our Self-Governance Communication & Education Consortium. I'm in town at a Self Governance Advisory Council meeting. Are you available today for a short meeting this afternoon to discuss it. Thanks, Ron W. Ron Allen, Tribal Chairman/CEO Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe (360) 681-4621 (Direct) (206) 369-6699 (Cell)