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HI-QE-KE-SE-FE-WA
Severe Month
January Blood Donation
Month
Did you know that 1 blood donation
has the potential to save 3 lives? It is
estimated that every 2 seconds someone
is going to need blood and there is no
substitution for human blood. Yet only
about 10 percent of the US population
donates annually. The main reason most
people give for not donating blood is
simply, “I didn’t think about”.
January is National Blood Donor
month. Let’s draw attention to blood
donation and send a GIANT Thank You
to all those who have donated in the
past and intend to donate in the future!
If only one more percent of all
Americans would give blood, blood
shortages would disappear for the
foreseeable future. So if you are a
healthy adult who is at least 17 years
old, and at least 110 pounds you may
donate whole blood every 56 days, or
every two months and begin a habit of
saving lives. Blood Drives hosted by
companies, schools, places of worship
and civic organizations supply roughly
half of all blood donations across the
U.S. So the next time someone in your
community sets up a blood drive, Sign
up and Save a life!
For more information or to find a
location to donate, visit OBI.org or call
(405) 297-5700
Stephanie Comstock, RN Public Health
January 2020
Shawnee News
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Volume 31, No. 1
AST Kids
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“Among the Shawnee”
Kids of all ages had a great time Christmas bowling at the Firelake Bowling Center. (more photos pg 17)
L to R Seated Annie Wilson, Standing The AST Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Lt. Governor Ken Blanchard, Shelia Van Burnt,
Diana Ponkilla, Clayton Martinez, Sitting Kristina Wahpepah, Shawnee Martinez, Standing Earl Lovins.
Christmas Tradition:
‘Shop with a Cop’
ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE
OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR.
SHAWNEE, OK 74801
The annual Shop with a Cop event
was held at Walmart Dec. 10, with 116
kids participating this year. Agencies
participating included Shawnee and
Tecumseh police, Kickapoo Absentee
Shawnee and Citizen Potawatomi Nation
tribal police and the Pottawatomie County
Sheriff’s Office. (more photos pg 5)
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Executive Committee
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Edwina Butler-Wolfe
GOVERNOR
Kenneth Blanchard
LT. GOVERNOR
John Johnson
January 2020
Phillip Ellis
SECRETARY
TREASURER
Atheda Fletcher
REPRESENTATIVE
Treasurer’s
Governor’s
REPORT
Edwina Butler-Wolfe
AST Governor
Hello Tribal People
Hope everyone had a peaceful
holiday and fellowship with family
and friends. Like to start out with
my arrival back in office as the
Governor on December 10, 2019,
I came into the Governor Office
with new office furniture and a new
tribal vehicle that Secretary John
Johnson had purchased during his
time as Governor. He purchased
over $4,000.00 dollars of furniture
and is assistant was spending over
$5,000.00 dollars for her furniture
but her furniture was cancelled when
I once took office. The tribal vehicle
was over $17,000.00 dollars. There
are a couple of major concerns while
John Johnson was Governor and
one is the tribal resolutions that
were passed during the months of
October and November of 2019 and
also concern of documents that was
signed by John Johnson as Governor
and Ezra Delodge as the Secretary.
The federal government did not
recognize John as Governor but did
recognize him as the Tribal Secretary
and the federal government did not
recognize Ezra as an official elected
member of the Executive Committee
due to the pending court case. On
December 20, 2019 we the Executive
Committee called a Special
Executive Committee Meeting to
clean up some resolutions pertaining
to the new tribal enrollment we also
made correction to the resolutions
of bank signatures and the Absentee
Shawnee 2020 Holiday Calendar.
One other major issue was the 2020
AFA (annual funding agreement)
with the BIA (Bureau Indian
Affairs). The AFA funds programs
such as; Social Services, Education,
Law Enforcement, Reality, Road
Program, Indian Child Welfare
again due to the federal government
(BIA) not recognizing John as the
Governor of the Tribe, the Tribe was
in jeopardy of not being funded for
2020. John submitted his signature
on documents for funding on October
14, 2019 to the BIA. The documents
was returned to the tribe on October
30, 2019 for corrections due to
signatures being signed in the wrong
places on the documents and to have
documents corrected and signed by
the officially recognized Governor
for the Tribe so that the funds would
be available as soon as possible.
Lt. Governor Blanchard and I have
had numerous calls to the BIA in
Anadarko and Washington DC to
clear this issue up. On December 26,
2019 I hand delivered all documents
to BIA Southern Plains Regional
Office in Anadarko. We are in hopes
that the tribe will be able to draw
down the funds soon when funds are
made available to the Tribe.
GAMING COMPACT UPDATE
On December 19, 2019 Lt. Governor
Blanchard and I attended the Tribal
Leaders round table discussion
hosted by Oklahoma Indian Gaming
Association (OIGA) at the River
Spirit Casino in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
There were 32 tribal leaders in
attendance of the state’s 35 gaming
tribes. The round table discussion
was the governor’s request to extend
the compact and negotiations to
August 31, 2020. Governor Stitt
believes that the compact expires
January 1, 2020 and that Class
III gaming will be illegal without
another agreement. The governor is
seeking higher fees from the tribes in
exchange for additional exclusivity
in the gaming industry, which could
include sports betting.
Governor Stitt said the extension
was offered to protect the parties’
legal positions and to provide legal
certainty about casinos’ operations
as January 1, 2020 approaches.
Oklahoma tribes decline Governor
Stitt’s gaming compact extension
proposal.
Tribes pay the state between 4% and
10% to operate Class III gaming,
which includes slot machines,
roulette and craps. Tribes do not pay
fees on Class II gaming, which is
electronic bingo.
We the Executive Committee of the
Absentee Shawnee Tribe along with
other Tribes in Oklahoma believe that
the compact automatically renew,
and we plan to continue operating
normally on January 1, 2020.
We will keep you updated as we
receive dates.
Thank you,
Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe
Tribal Cell number 405 827-2442
(new number)
REPORT
Phillip Ellis
AST Treasurer
To All,
I originally had a monthly newsletter prepared but due to the shifting
situations occurring at the Tribe I felt that it wouldn’t be as informative
as it could have been. Hopefully, soon, we will have some definitive
answers to a number of lingering and outstanding questions that will
lead to a more stable situation. However, on a different note, I have
decided not to seek reelection in January 2020 and will finish out my
term this coming summer. My family and other personal & professional
pursuits have lead me to come to this decision.
Treasurer Phil Ellis
FOSTER CARE LICENSING COMMITTEE
QUALIFICATIONS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS
(a)
A Committee Member may be a member of the Tribe.
(b)
No person shall be barred from serving on the committee
because s/he is an employee, or operates a Foster Home
under a State or Tribal license.
(c)
Each Committee Member shall be at least eighteen (18) years
of age and legally capable of entering into a binding contract.
(d)
No person who has been convicted of a felony or other crime
involving embezzlement, fraud or moral turpitude shall serve
on the Foster Care Licensing Committee. As of May 30th 2001,
background checks will be necessary for each new and/or
reappointed existing committee member.
(e)
Each Committee Member shall take an oath to support and
defend the constitution, rules and regulations of the Absentee
Shawnee Tribe.
(f)
It is strongly recommended each Committee Member complete
the application process to become an Emergency Protective
Foster Home and therefore be licensed through the Tribe.
Applicants can apply by picking up the application with your
letter of intent at the Secretary’s office.
M E T R O P O L I T A N
L I B R A R Y
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Executive Committee
January 2020
Representative’s
REPORT
Greetings Tribal Members:
Warmest thoughts and
best wishes for a wonderful
Christmas and a Happy New
Year! Enjoy the Holidays.
Wrapping up 2019 is always a dash
to finish line with budgeting and
reporting. As we surge into 2020,
let us focus on making everything
better of the New Year. Unity and
prosperity for our tribe should be our
primary goal for the New Year!
Following are some of the activities
that I have participated in since my
last report:
• I traveled to Chickasha with the
Elders Council members to see the
Christmas Lights and eat at Jake’s
Rib. Lights were beautiful and food
was great! All Elders had a great
time.
• On December 3rd, I attended the
AST Economic Impact Luncheon.
It was such a great event! Members
of the state legislature, county
commissioners, city leaders and
community leaders all praised the
efforts of the economic impact
report and was thankful for our tribe
reaching out to them in partnership.
Our Tribe should be extremely
honored to partner with the wonderful
communities within our jurisdictional
boundaries.
• Participated in the Patient Family
Advisory Committee meeting. The
committee members continue to
work collaboratively with the clinic
staff to help strengthen our cultural
sensitivity.
• I attended the Native American
Christmas Market, Arts and Craft Sale
held at the AST Shawnee Complex
on December 6. The use of art has
been used as a form of expression
Work: (405)275-4030
Ext. 6239
Cell: (405) 287-5247
afletcher@astribe.com
in the Native American way of life
for hundreds of years. This event
provides an opportunity for our Native
American to share their beautiful art.
What a great event. Thanks to all that
made this event possible.
• On December 7, I attended the Tribal
Town Hall meeting/Special General
Council. As an elected official, I
believe it is my duty to attend these
meetings.
• On December 14, myself and
John Johnson helped Meredith
Wahpekeche and LA CC staff with
the Potato Give-A-Way at the Little
Axe Community Center. Although it
was cold, this was a great opportunity
to visit with many tribal members and
local community members.
• Also, I attended the ICW Christmas
Party on the evening of December
14. It was such a pleasure to see
the children’s excitement! Reagan
Abbiss and her staff work very hard
to pull this wonderful event together
for our tribal families. The generous
contributions by McAlister’s Deli,
Valliance Bank, Firelake Bowling,
Firelake Grocery, Homeland, Chic
Fil A, Ada Cocoa-Cola, AST Cultural
Preservation, AST Tax Commission
and AST Media Department helped
make this event memorable for the
children and their families.
Wrapping up 2019 and looking
forward to a great 2020!
Quote: Your future is created
by what you do today not
tomorrow!
Absentee Shawnee Behavioral Health
STRENGTH OF TRADITION PROJECT
Funded through SAMHSA Native Connections Grant in
providing support by:
• Extending an out outreach through community partnerships to increase
awareness of Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in the
community.
• Increasing the participation of youth, parents, tribal leaders, and health
providers in developing mental health service and treatment options
based on the cultural values and practice of the Native community.
• Easing the impacts of substance use, mental health illnesses, and
trauma in native communities.
• Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood.
If you would like to know more about this program, please contact us!
Linda Gouge
Grant Coordinator
405-701-7988
Victoria Andrews
Grant Assistant
405-701-7995
Little Axe Health Center
Li-Si-Wi-Nwi Health inc,
15951 Little Axe Drive
Norman, OK 73026
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(SAMHSA) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The views, policies, and opionions expressed are those of
the authros and do not necessarily reflect those of SAMHSA or HHS”
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FROM THE ELECTION COMMISSION:
The Filing Period for Elective Office in 2020.
A tribal member may file for office, January 1 to January 10 (excluding
weekends and holidays.) Hours to file are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Potential candidates please consult the
Election Ordinance for the procedures and qualifications when running for
elective office.
The following positions will be open for the Elections to be held in 2020.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Position
Filing Fees Term
Lt. Governor $590.00 Four (4)
Years
Tribal Treasurer $590.00 Four (4)
Years
Tribal Representative $590.00 Four (4)
Years
ELECTION COMMISSION
Position
Filing Fees Term
Commission Member #1
(unexpired)
Commission Member #2
$174.00
Two (2) Years
$215.00
Three (3) Years
Disclaimer: This election may be affected by pending litigation. Any required changes will
be published in the newspaper as soon as possible.
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Tribal News
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January 2020
AST Veteran’s
Participate in National
Wreath Laying
Ceremony
On December 14, 2019 at
Pottawatomie County Courthouse
with a Med-Evac Helicopter,
Fire Truck and a Police Escort.
Ceremony Laying Wreaths at
Veterans Monument by Sheriff
Booth and Governor’s Stitt’s Honor
Guard. They also laid wreaths at
Monument for Policemen Killed in
the Line of Duty. This was a very
moving ceremony. Walter Larney,
Vice Commander rode down from
OKC with the motorcycle riders
with entourage bringing truck with
wreaths. They left from 15th and
Council in OKC at 9:00 a.m. in
the morning. Another Ceremony
and Speakers at Tecumseh Alumni
Building with a flag ceremony.
Recognition of all Veterans present
Jason Bender, Commander, Walter
Larney, Vice Commander and Twila
Parker, Administrative Officer.
David Voyles, First Sergeant was
at Shawnee Courthouse Ceremony
but was unable to attend Ceremony
in Tecumseh.
AST Veteran’s Commander Jason Bender, David Voyles, Sergeant at Arms, Twila Parker, Treasurer, and former AST Veteran’s
Commander Walter Larney (not pictured), along with the Seminole Color Guard.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
CLASSES
CLASSES
CLASSES
CLASSES
CLASSES
Cardio & Strength Training
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center
Dance Fitness
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center
Cardio & Strength Training
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center
Cardio Kickboxing
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center
Cardio & Strength Training
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center
Core-N-More Wednesday
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Chrissy Wiens
LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY
HIIT Monday
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Buster Bread
LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY
Resistance Training
5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe Resource Center
“Core-N-More” blends elements of balance, resistance training,
and functional movements all in one to provide you with a fullbody workout.
HIIT Thursday
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Buster Bread
LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY
Aerobic Circuit
5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe Resource Center
“Circuit Training”- A time-efficient training system aimed at
developing strength through a number of pre-determined
training stations.
“Resistance Training”- Classic resistance training utilizing a variety
of fitness apparatus, including resistance bands, dumbbells,
kettlebells bodyweight exercises, and medicine balls.
“HIIT”- High-Intensity Interval Training alternates between intense
training intervals and brief rest periods to give you an short and
effective workout.
Education
January 2020
Christmas Tradition:
‘Shop with a Cop’
The annual Shop with a Cop event was held at Walmart Dec. 10, with 116 kids
participating this year. Agencies participating included Shawnee and Tecumseh
police, Kickapoo Absentee Shawnee and Citizen Potawatomi Nation tribal police
and the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office.
Start your New Year
off right and join us
for a free cooking
demo and BINGO...
When: Thursday,
January 9th at 2pm
Where: AST Diabetes
& Wellness Kitchen at
Little Axe Clinic
Free Recipe cards
and samples
provided!
Questions? Call the
AST Diabetes &
Wellness Program at
405-701-7977
healthy
cooking
demo
January 2020
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Help Wanted
Special Projects Coordinator
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee
Patient Benefits Advocate Little Axe Health
Center 15951 Little Axe Dr. Norman, OK
Licensed Pharmacy Intern 2029 S. Gordon
Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
Dietitian AST Shawnee Clinic 2029 S. Gordon
Cooper Dr. / Shawnee, OK
Patrol Officer Police Department 2025 S.
Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
Assistant Teacher AST Building Blocks III
16051 Little Axe Dr. Norman, OK
CW Director Indian Child Welfare 2025 S.
Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
Housekeeper Public Maintenance 2025 S.
Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
OEH/Environmental Director Ofc. of
Environmental Health 2025 S. Gordon Cooper
Dr. Shawnee, OK
ASTHS January 2020 Monthly Updates
RN Case Manager Little Axe Health Center
15951 Little Axe Dr. Norman, OK
ICW/PSSF Worker Indian Child Welfare
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
Desktop Support Analyst 15951 Little Axe Dr
Norman, OK
Master Teacher Building Blocks AST Building
Blocks III 16051 Little Axe Dr. Norman, OK
Security Guard Health Little Axe Health
Center 15951 Little Axe Dr. Norman, OK
Grant Writer Grants 2025 S. Gordon Cooper
Dr. Shawnee, OK
Desktop Support Analyst Information
Technology 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee, OK
IT Network Administrator Information
Technology 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee, OK
Master Teacher Building Blocks 2025 S.
Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK
A complete list of opportunities, detailed information and a downloadable
application are available at www.astribe.com/employment. Applications
can also be picked up at the Human Resources Department located at
the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive,
Shawnee, OK.
SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES TO email: HR@
astribe.com fax: 405-273-2710 or mail to: Absentee Shawnee Tribe-HR
Department 2025 South Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801
January 2020
We wish everyone a very Happy New Year! 2020 will be another exciting year of
new services and opportunities for your health system to continue and service you
with new technology, a growing list of Specialty Providers, and dedicated group of
Primary Care providers ready to see you either in the clinics or at our after-hours clinics!
If you know of any tribal member who is homebound and needs assistance medically, including home
health services, please contact administration at (405) 701-7621 so we can assist as best possible with
resources or coordinate assistance for these members in need. Thank you all for making our entire staff and
employees feel appreciated and for using all of our wonderful services!
Our health system’s most valuable asset is our people! I’m always impressed with and proud of our
outstanding star performers, and again this month, we thank them all for their contributions to our patients,
their fellow employees, and the tribe! The health employees continue to accomplish outstanding feats for our
patients and for each other, taking care of our internal and external customers/patients. Thank you all for
making an important difference in the lives and health of all of our health system’s patients!
December 2019 Employees of the Month:
Employee of the Month
Team of the Month
Special Leadership Award
Dr. Robert White, LittleAxe Staff Physician
Shawnee/LittleAxe Patient Benefit Advisors
Dr. Bruce Stafford, Deputy Medical Director
Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC
Executive Director
The Education Department
is seeking up to three (3) members to serve on the
Education Committee.
Please contact the Education Department with any
questions at tresham@astribe.com or
(405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242
ASEDA ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the position is to provide high-level administrative support by
conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests and
performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors,
arranging conference calls and scheduling meetings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage and maintain ASEDA Staff schedules and meetings.
Communicates with media on needs for public relations activities inclusive of
storylines, photo opportunities, etc.
Creates and implements community related activities for presentations, mailouts and other related informational needs.
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other
documents, using word processing, spreadsheets, database, or presentation
software.
Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports to determine
their significance and plan their distribution.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquires.
Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies and maintaining
records.
Traveling, on occasion, with and/for ASEDA Staff to various meetings.
Make travel arrangements for ASEDA Staff.
Other duties as assigned by ASEDA Staff.
EDUCTION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) and a minimum of two years of professional or
technical administrative experience in business or public administration or an
equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of
qualifying experience for year of the required education.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have excellent
computer skills.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Native American Preference/EOE/Drug Free Workplace
AT T E N T I O N
TRIBAL MEMBERS WITH AST
HUNTING & FISHING PERMITS!
The Tribe has entered into a lease agreement of the Earlsboro
Property. Hunting & Fishing will NOT be permitted throughout the
duration of the lease. Permit holders will receive written notification
when the lease expires and hunting & fishing activities can resume.
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PURCHASED REFERRED CARE NEWS
The AST Purchased Referred Care
Team is here to assist you.
Please follow the PRC guidelines. Keep a copy on hand and update your information.
To update your patient information, please see patient registration.
EMERGENCY AND URGENT
CARE SERVICES
SHAWNEE CLINIC
PURCHASED REFERRED
CARE
HAS MOVED.
We are now located in
SHAWNEE CLINIC (BLDG. 17)
Our phone numbers have NOT changed.
PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined
catchment area and needs emergent or urgent care.
1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300, option 9 for triage.
2. Notify PRC on the next business day or within 72 hours after your
ER visit. Notification does not assure authorization of payment.
However, if you do not notify PRC within 72 hours, your bills will not
be paid.
3. For AST citizens with no insurance, evidence must exist that your
visit was medically necessary. Medical priorities have been established
for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment.
4. For AST citizens with insurance, evidence must exist that a
third-party resource has made the determination such services
were “emergency care” or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include
payment from private insurance.
5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a
copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center
PRC office or the Shawnee Clinic PRC office.
PURCHASED REFERRED CARE
FOR AST CITIZENS
WITH INSURANCE
PURCHASED REFERRED CARE
FOR AST CITIZENS
WITHOUT INSURANCE
PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined
catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.
PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined
catchment area and does not have insurance.
1. To complete existing PRC patient updates, please
visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center
or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation.
1. You must apply for all resources available to you, such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation,
auto insurance and other personal injury or liability coverage. PRC
staff and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you with the
application process for alternate resources. Failure to exhaust
available or potentially available alternate resources may result in
denial of payment.
For new AST tribal citizens, to become established for PRC services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee
Clinic during regular hours of operation.
2. Notify PRC at least 48 hours prior to appointment date for a
Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be sent to the provider.
3. Inform provider/health facility that AST PRC is a secondary payer/
payer of last resort.
4. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide
a copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health
Center or Shawnee Clinic.
EASY ACCESS
Purchased Referred Care is conveniently located
in Little Axe Health Center and in
Shawnee Clinic, Building 17.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
Closed on Holidays
All facilities closed the first Wednesday of the month from Noon to 5pm.
2. To complete existing PRC patient updates, please visit Patient
Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee
Clinic during regular hours of operation.
For new AST tribal citizens, to become established for PRC services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee
Clinic during regular hours of operation.
3. You must utilize the services provided within AST health clinics
prior to being referred out.
4. Referrals for outside services must be sent to PRC. Services must
be medically approved by an AST Health provider and/or CMMR
Committee.
5. An appointment will be scheduled, and a COB will be sent to the
outside provider.
6. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide
a copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health
Center or Shawnee Clinic.
I M P O RTA N T CO N TAC TS
BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES
Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic
REFERRAL MANAGEMENT
Little Axe Health Center
REFERRAL MANAGEMENT
Shawnee Clinic
Glendine Blanchard, PRC Director
Darla Gatzman, PRC Specialist
Lena Carroll, Claims Processor
Jennifer Wells, PRC Technician
Kareena Deere, File Clerk
Debi Sloat, PRC Deputy Director/RN
April Parton, PRC Health Specialist/LPN
Jayne Werst, PRC Specialist, Medicaid Patients
Melinda Ferrell, PRC Specialist
Flo Mann, PRC Specialist, AST Patients/LPN
Laurie Webber, PRC Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN
Carrie Stanley, PRC Specialist, Medicaid patients/
Medical Assistant
LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER PRC
SHAWNEE CLINIC PRC
405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)
405.447.0300 (Secondary)
405.878.5850 (Primary)
405.878.4702 (Secondary)
HEALTH SYSTEM
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January 2020
AST Education Department:
Big Jim Youth Awards
We will begin taking applications for
the 2019-20 Big Jim Youth Awards on
January 1, 2020. High school seniors
of both genders within the 50 United
States are eligible to apply for these
awards for the 2019-2020 school year.
Applications will be accepted from
January 1 to March 31, 2020 by US
mail or email, official transcripts must
be mailed. The official application
form will be available in December
2019 at www.astribe.com under the
Education Department. The $1,000.00
award is in the form of a scholarship
to the college or university where the
award recipient will attend for the fall
2020 semester. The scholarship must
be used for the fall 2020 semester.
We will begin accepting applications
for the following awards:
• Big Jim Academic Achievement
Award (Male and Female)
• Big Jim Athlete of the Year
(Male and Female)
Individuals are encouraged to nominate
deserving high school seniors. You
may nominate yourself. Please refer to
the application for required documents.
Eligible nominations will be judged by a
panel of (non-AST) experts assembled
specifically for this purpose. The intent
is to bring together an unbiased group
of experts to evaluate the applicants in
an impartial and unbiased environment.
Their decisions are final with respect to
all matters concerning these awards.
Awards will be announced in May/
June 2020.
We encourage ALL Absentee
Shawnee High School Seniors to
apply.
Award recipients will be recognized
as the 2019-2020 Big Jim Academic
Achievement Award winner or the Big
Jim Athlete of the Year. In addition to
this recognition the award recipients
will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship to
be used towards their education and the
advancement of their career.
Questions on these awards program
should be addressed to:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Education Department
c/o Tresha Spoon
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
405.275.4030 Ext 6242
youthaward@astribe.com
AST Health Director Selected to Attend
Special White House Veteran’s Meeting
Make sure
you get the
next issue!
Native American and Alaska Native
Veterans, active duty service members,
national guard and reservists, and State,
local and tribal veterans champions
came from around the United States
to join the White House Conference
on Supporting Contemporary Native
American Veterans in November.
The White House acknowledged
the long legacy of Native American
military service and issued a new
Presidential
Proclamation
on
National Native American Heritage
Month, 2019. Several briefings
and discussion with Vice President
Mike Pence, Senior Administration
Officials – including Secretary Robert
Wilkie (U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs), Secretary David Bernhardt
(U.S. Department of the Interior),
Secretary Eugene Scalia (U.S.
Department of Labor), Administrator
Chris Pilkerton (U.S. Small Business
Administration), and Assistant to
the President Joe Grogan – and
other panel participants from across
the federal family addressed issues
and priorities pertinent to all Native
American veterans. The White
House committed to continuing with
engaging tribal leadership on issues
like veterans benefits, housing,
job training, entrepreneurship, and
health/mental health and welcomes
AST and other all tribe’s feedback
on these important matters.
The White House team emphasized
that this is not a “check-the-box”
exercise, but rather a continued
commitment by the President and the
Administration to build and foster
relationships with Tribal Leaders
and communities from across the
country around important issues. In
March 2019, for example, President
Trump announced the formation
of a Presidential Task Force to
investigate abuses in the Indian Health
Service, the White House Announced
Presidential Task Force on Protecting
Native American Children in the
Indian Health Service System. A report
from the Task Force is forthcoming.
On May 3, the President issued a
Proclamation recognizing Missing
and Murdered American Indians and
Alaska Natives Awareness Day to
raise awareness around the injustices
committed against our most vulnerable
populations. The White House and
Administration also remain committed
to promoting impactful policies
and outcomes around infrastructure
development (broadband, energy
development,
etc.),
workforce/
economic development initiatives
(opportunity zones), and healthy
communities (combatting the opioid/
drug crisis and promoting telehealth,
for example).
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Please Call!
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AST Media Director
405-598-1279
stiger@astribe.com
January 2020
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Callers reaching out after hours may connect with the
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TAX COMMISSION
~ TAG AGENCY ~
NOW ACCEPTING
TAX PREPARATION
Credit/Debit
FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS, WIDOWS/WIDOWERS OF TRIBAL
MEMBERS & EMPLOYEES
NO CHARGE!
Effective May 1 2019, the tag
office will be accepting credit
and debit cards.
Please note: a convenience
fee of 2.75% will be added.
Individuals meeting the Low-to-Moderate income threshold for tax
year 2019 are $56,000. Individuals meeting these criteria are eligible
for free Income Tax Filing, Form 1040 & 1040A.
Schedule an appointment and bring all tax documentation.
Documents needed are:
• Photo Identification for each adult,
• Social Security Cards for all individuals to be listed on the
following forms: 1099, W-2, 1099R,
• Medical and dental expenses,
• Last year’s taxes and receipts for any charitable donations.
Tax services will be held each Thursday, 5:30 pm-8:00 pm and
each Saturday, 9:00 am-12:00 pm starting January 30, 2020 thru March
28, 2020.
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has
partnered with United For Oklahoma
to educate Oklahomans on the critical
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT:
role the tribes play in our state’s future.
Call the Tribal Representative’s Office and speak with Jennifer to
schedule a time.
(405) 275-4030 Ext. 6240
or
(405) 915-3322 (cell)
These are the facts every
Oklahoman must know.
Watch the videos and stay informed at:
UnitedForOklahoma.com
Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Taxes
Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Taxes
A variety of tribal taxes are currently assessed and collected by the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission to generate revenue used by
the Absentee Shawnee Tribe ("the Tribe") to benefit our Tribal Members. These tribal taxes, their due dates and reporting and payment
requirements
outlined below.
If you have
or need assistance
with your tribal
taxes, collected
please contact the Absentee
Shawnee
A variety
ofaretribal
taxes
arequestions
currently
assessed
and
by the
Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission to generate revenue used by
Tax Commission by phone or at the address found at the bottom of this document. You can also visit our website for more information.
the Absentee Shawnee Tribe ("the Tribe") to benefit our Tribal Members. These tribal taxes, their due dates and reporting and payment
requirements are outlined below. If you have questions or need assistance with your tribal taxes, please contact the Absentee Shawnee
Sales & Lodger's Tax
License
Tax Commission by phone or at the addressApplication
foundforatBusiness
the bottom
of this document. You can also visit our website for more information.
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe levies a 6% Sales Tax on the gross receipts
of anyone engaging in business within the Tribe's jurisdiction, including
receipts from:
Sales
& Lodger's Tax
• Performing services
All businesses located within the Tribe's jurisdiction
must obtain a business license from the Tribe for a $100
fee. The Application for Business License, available
from the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission, must be
renewed each year by January 1.
• Selling tangible personal
property
The Absentee
Shawnee
Tribe levies a 6% Sales Tax on the gross receipts
• Leasing or renting tangible personal property, lodging or hotel rooms
of anyone engaging in business within the Tribe's
jurisdiction,
Sales & Lodger's
Tax Reporting, including
• Admission fees to any place of recreation or entertainment
Payment & Penalties
receipts from:
The Sales & Lodger's Tax return must be submitted to
the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission by the 15th of
the following month. For example, for gross receipts
fewer than 30 days. Both Sales and Lodger's Taxes may be passed on
collected from March 1-31, the tax return would be due
•to consumers.
Selling tangible personal property
April 15. Businesses that fail to file and pay this tax on
time will be assessed 12% annual interest on the total
• Leasing or renting tangible personal property,
lodging or hotel rooms
amount due, plus a penalty of 2% of the tax due per
month,
up
to
a
total of 12% of the total tax due.
• Admission fees to any place of recreation or entertainment
An additional 5% Lodger's Tax is imposed on gross taxable rental receipts
•fromPerforming
hotels, motels, resorts,services
lodging houses, or other premises occupied for
Severance Tax
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe levies an 8% Severance Tax on the gross
market value of all oil5%
and gasLodger's
products severed from
the land
the
An additional
Tax
iswithin
imposed
on gross taxable rental receipts
Designation of Agent Form
jurisdiction. The tax is not levied upon any Indian royalty payments.
fromTribe's
hotels,
motels, resorts, lodging houses, or other premises occupied for
A person responsible for meeting all obligations of the
To calculate
Severance
Tax,Both
you must first
calculate the
volumeLodger's
of
fewer
than the
30
days.
Sales
and
Taxes
bepayment
passed
on
Severance
Tax, includingmay
reporting and
of the
oil and gas products separately, as outlined in the table below. Multiply the
assessed tax, must be designated in writing.
to consumers.
The necessary Designation of Agent Form is available
total volume of each by their gross market value, then subtract any allowable
from the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission.
Indian Royalty Deduction to arrive at the total taxable amount. Multiply the
total taxable amount by 8% to arrive at the amount of tax due.
Severance Tax
(
Total
Gross
)
-
Indian
Total
x
8%
= Severance
products were severed in March, the tax return and
payment would be due by no later than May 15.
Amount
Tax Due
To calculate
the Severance Tax,
you must first calculate the volume of
oil and gas products separately, as outlined in the table below. Multiply the
total volume of
byTotal
their
gross market value,
subtract
any allowable
Howeach
to Calculate
Oil Volume
Howthen
to Calculate
Total Gas Volume
Indian Royalty Deduction to arrive at the total taxable amount. Multiply the
The total volume of severed oil taxable products—before any deductions are
total volume of severed gas taxable products is measured at
total taxable
amount by 8% to arrive at the The
amount
of tax due.
taken for processing, transportation, industry-standard shrinkage, etc.—is
the wellhead—before any deductions are taken for processing,
(
)
measured either according to current contracts of sale between the operator/
producer and the purchaser; or in barrels of 42 U.S. gallons of 231 cubic inches
per gallon,
at a temperature of 60° F, per U.S. Geological
Survey regulations.
Total
Gross
x
Product
Absentee
Shawnee Tax Commission
Volume
Market
Value
2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive | Shawnee, OK 74801
P: 800.256.3341 or 405.275.4030 | F: 405.214.4225
Total
Taxable
Amount
x
All businesses located within the Tribe's jurisdiction
must obtain a business license from the Tribe for a $100
fee. The Application for Business License, available
from the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission, must be
renewed each year by January 1.
Sales & Lodger's Tax Reporting,
Payment & Penalties
The Sales & Lodger's Tax return must be submitted to
the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission by the 15th of
the following month. For example, for gross receipts
collected from March 1-31, the tax return would be due
April 15. Businesses that fail to file and pay this tax on
time will be assessed 12% annual interest on the total
amount due, plus a penalty of 2% of the tax due per
month, up to a total of 12% of the total tax due.
Severance Tax Reporting & Payment
Product
Market
Royalty
Taxable
x Shawnee
= Amount
The Absentee
Tribe
levies
an 8% Severance
Tax
on the
gross
Reporting and Payment of
the Severance
Tax to the
Volume
Value
Deduction
Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission is due within 45
market value of all oil and gas products severed
from the land within the
days following the end of the calendar month in which
the
taxableIndian
product was severed.
For example,
if taxable
Tribe's jurisdiction.
The
tax
is
not
levied
upon
any
royalty
payments.
Total
Total
Taxable
Application for Business License
-
transportation, industry-standard shrinkage, etc.—in units of
1,000 cubic feet (MCF) and corrected to standard temperature
and pressure,
per U.S. Geological Survey regulations. Total
Indian
Rev. March 2019
Page 1 of 2
8%
=
Royalty
Taxable
Office Hours and WebsiteAmount
Deduction
Monday-Friday, 8 am - 12 pm; 1 pm -5 pm
www.astribe.com/tax-commission-and-tag
=
Total
Severance
Tax Due
Designation of Agent Form
A person responsible for meeting all obligations of the
Severance Tax, including reporting and payment of the
assessed tax, must be designated in writing.
The necessary Designation of Agent Form is available
from the Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission.
Severance Tax Reporting & Payment
Reporting and Payment of the Severance Tax to the
Absentee Shawnee Tax Commission is due within 45
days following the end of the calendar month in which
the taxable product was severed. For example, if taxable
products were severed in March, the tax return and
payment would be due by no later than May 15.
Community
January 2020
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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5
6
12
13
14
19
20
21
26
27
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Pork Chop
Stuffing
Green Beans
Pears
Salisbury Steak
Mashed Pot/Gravy
Beets
Apricots
AST Complex Closed
Martin Luther
King Jr Day
Smoked Sausage
Mac n Chez
Veggies
Mandarin Oranges
7
Taco Soup
Tortilla Chips
Cinnamon Roll
Goulash
Okra
Pudding
Chicken Fajitas
Tortilla
Salsa
Pineapples
Salmon Patty
Coleslaw
Peas n Carrots
Crisp
NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!
CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030
EXT 6227 or 6270
OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER
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AST Complex
Closed
New Year’s Day
8
15
22
29
Chicken Patty
Sandwich
LTOP
Mac Salad
Orange
Beans
Steak fries
Cornbread
Onions
Riblet
Baked Beans
Tossed Salad*
Bread
Kraut & Wieners
Green beans
Bread
Mixed Fruit
Thursday
2
Chicken Salad
Sandwich
LTOP
Chips/Mixed Fruit
9
Chili w beans
Crackers
Onions, Chez
Cookie
16
Grilled Chez
Sandwich
Chicken Noodle Soup
Mandarin Oranges
23
Beef Tips
& Noodles
Veggies
Friday
3
Scrambled Eggs
Sausage Gravy
Biscuit
10
Waffles
Sausage Patties
Blueberries
17
24
Cake
30
Roast
Red Pot
Carrots
Roll/Peaches
Scrambled Eggs
Sausage Gravy
Biscuit
Boiled Egg
Bacon
Toast
Saturday
4
11
18
25
31
Scrambled Eggs
Sausage Gravy
Biscuit
LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM
BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS
9AM TO 11AM
20
20
12
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Protect Your Family with
As of August 2019 Advertising Rates/Placement have
changed for the Absentee Shawnee Newsletter.
HPV IS A COMMON DISEASE AND CAN HAVE
serious consequences
IN THE US…
Approximately
Thank you! Your continued support and
understanding is a valuable assest!
79 MILLION
people have been infected with HPV
Sherman Tiger
14 MILLION
AST Media Director
stiger@astribe.com
405-598-1279
new HPV infections occur every year
80%
of sexually active people will
contract HPV over their lifetime
.....................................................
The paper is no longer able to continue with free
advertising space.
THE HPV VACCINE
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It is important to protect your child from the disease early.
THE HPV VACCINE CAN...
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ONLY PREVENT
infections,
Prevent your child from
SPREADING HPV
BY UP TO 99%
NOT TREAT THEM
to future sexual partners
when fully protected with
the recommended doses
The recommended age to receive the HPV vaccine is 11 or 12, however it is
not too late for 13-26 year olds to get vaccinated as well.
11-12
YEAR OLDS
develop a higher level of the protective antibody that the body generates after immunization,
compared with older adolescents and young adults. This may result in longer lasting immunity.
THE HPV VACCINE IS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE
10 YEARS.
There is no evidence to suggest this level
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Clinical trials and ongoing research have shown the
HPV vaccine’s protection remains strong for at least
Since the vaccine was licensed,
ONLY 0.0003%
of patients reported side effects – and most of
those were “non-serious” symptoms such
as headache, nausea and dizziness.
You are the key to HPV cancer prevention.
Get your child vaccinated at the recommended age of 11 or 12 years, to
protect them and their future partners from contracting HPV.
Immunizationforwomen.org/HPV/patients
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Newsletter Deadline For February is Jan 15th
Community
January 2020
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AST ICW would like to take a moment and thank all the
departments, volunteers, and businesses’ that have given
their time and donations to make this Christmas party
run smoothly. ICW truly appreciates the selfless efforts
by everyone to help remind the children and families that
care for them every day that we truly care. Your generosity
extends not only through you giving but also through the
help you gave during the event. Once again, AST ICW
appreciates making this event so much fun!!
AST Ezra DeLodge, Reagan Abbiss. Alicia Wade and Melissa
Turner of Alliance Bank, OKC.
Reagan Abbiss
ICW Director
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Child Care
Development Fund Programs
La-pe-we-ki-wa ho-ge-wa-pe-fa-yi mi-ti-ge
“L ifelong Learning Begins Here”
PROGRAM SERVICES
Building Blocks Child Development Center II - Shawnee, OK Tribally Operated Child
Care Center - main goal is to provide each child with a safe environment as well as a handson experience to learning about our surroundings, environment and family values.
Building Blocks Child Development Center III - Little Axe, OK Tribally Operated Child
Care Center -main goal is to provide each child with a safe environment as well as a handson experience to learning about our surroundings, environment and family values.
AST Child Care Subsidy Program - Child Care Assistance
AST After School Program- Horseshoe Bend Community - After School Care
Through our Building Blocks centers we are able to provide the best quality of care they
would get at a larger city center. We follow all of the guidelines of the state so Native
American families can use the assistance from the state as well.
AST After School Program - AST Complex, Shawnee - After School Care
For information about these services please
visit the AST website at
www.astribe.com/child-care
Contact information:
BBCDII Shawnee (405) 878-0633
Email: ecrawford@astribe.com
BBCDIII Little Axe (405) 360-2710
Email: rebeccaj@astribe.com
AST Child care Subsidy (405) 432-8411
Email:briana.ponkilla@astribe.com
AST ASP - HSB (405) 432-8411
Email: lanora.buswell@astribe.com
AST ASP - Shawnee (405) 432-8411
Email: lanora.buswell@astribe.com
2019 Programs
Absentee Shawnee Housing
• Low Rent Housing
• Lease to Own Housing
• $5,000 Down Payment & Closing Assistance
- AST Members ONLY
• College Housing Rental Assistance
• Over Income Rental Housing
• Home Rehab Assistance
- AST Members ONLY
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Health
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Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s
Building Blocks III Child
Development Center
At the Building Blocks located in
Norman we currently have 32 children
enrolled. We currently have 16 staff
members and we are in the process
of setting up interviews for more. We
do currently have 20 children on our
waiting list with hopes to enroll them
all as soon as possible. We are currently
hiring for multiple positions. If you are
interested in becoming a team member
with us please visit our website at
astribe.com, or you can receive a paper
application at our location. We do ask
all applications be turned in at H.R. on
the Shawnee Tribal Complex.
We celebrated our Christmas program
at the Little Axe Resource Center on
Friday, December 13th, 2019. We
had about 100 people in attendance
that night as we celebrated Christmas
together. The children sang some of
our favorite Christmas carols, acted out
different Christmas finger plays, and
wished everyone a Merry Christmas in
sign lanuage. Our staff served a warm
chili dinner with some of our favorite
holiday desserts. Our children made
center pieces, wall art, and ornaments
for decorations.
Santa attended our Christmas Party on
December 19, 2019 and handed out gifts
to each student. The children enjoyed
building snowmen out of white powered
donuts, snowball fights with fake
snowballs, and created keepsakes for
parent gifts. We are so blessed to have
such a wonderful caring community to
work in.
Thank you everyone, for letting us care
for your most precious gifts of all!
January 2020
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January 2020
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Love you to the moon
and back beautiful!
-Love, Marissa
Jiliyan
Happy, Happy Belated
15th Birthday to my
Beautiful Daughter!!
You’ve grown into such a
wonderful, smart, funny,
Amazing young lady!
And I’m so very proud to
have you as my only girl!!
Always Always
I love you
Love Mom
Happy Birthday
Wishes to
Sandra Kaye Alford
Barbara Jo Spoon
Hope your special days are the
happiest ever.. Hugs & Kisses to my
beautiful daughters
Granddaughter Jiliyan
You’ve made me so proud of
the young woman you’ve become
!! Hope your Birthday was
especially a Happy one!!
I love you so very much
Love XOXO
Granny
I love you Mom
Aunt BJ
Danny Watson
Mary, Eijah, Clay Foreman
Patrick Watson
Pat Johnson
Jarett Giessler
AND HAPPY NEW YEAR
LOVE THE KASECAS
to my Nephew
Jimmy David Meek
I hope everythings good in Melbourne.
I love you, Your Auntie Sadie
Oklahoma Department
of Rehabilitation Services
Happy,
Happy
50th!!
We love you so very,
very much
Love Joplin,
Jiliyan, Justin
Jiliyan
Happy Belated 15th
Birthday to my wonderful,
Beautiful Niece!! Keep up
all the hard work your
doing at school and you’ll
go far in your dreams!!
Love-Auntie B+C+D
Jiliyan
Happy Birthday to our
Pretty, Awesome sister!!
We love you very much!!
Hope your day was as
speical as you are to us!!
Love Always
lil Brother Joplin &
Big Brother Justin
Say Happy
Birthday
to your
family!
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Birthdays
Aguirre Perez, Mabel Beatrice
Alford Jr., Paul Leon
Alford, David Wesley
Alford, Sandra Kaye
Altman, Garrett Michael
Anderson, William Chase
Armstrong, Frank Lee
Barber, Joeseph Leeroy
Barbosa, Cash Cisco
Barfield, Amandia Quaymmie
Barton, Brittany Lynn
Bates, Terri Elaine
Baumgarner-Springer, Kaden Alexander
Bayliss, Jeffery Channing
Beach, Cary Sue
Bearden, Tammy Sue
Bettelyoun, Kelan Chase
Bittle, Boston Warrior
Blalock, William Charles
Blanchard II, Aaron Gabriel
Blanchard, Bernice Starr
Blanchard, Chelsey Kolesha
Blanchard, Chester Vernon
Blanchard, Cory Eugene
Blanchard, Terance Blaine
Blanchard, Twyla Gayle
Boston, Nathan Daniel
Bouquet, Giovanni Lucas
Boyd, Ladarius Eugene
Bradley, Clarence Scott
Bragg, Ronald Lee
Brannon, Tyneeka Alexandria
Bread, Christina L.m.
Brinson Jr, F E
Brown, Harper Janiece
Brummett, Taylor Renee
Burkhard, Valarie Mae
Buss, Autumn Dawn
Byers, Alaric Vaan
Casteel, Annabella Rai
Chisholm, Mark Wayne
Clark, Emiley Ann
Clark, Sherri Dawn
Coffman, Julie Marie
Coleman, Justin Ray
Colungo, Damien Micheal
Condra, Karri Marie
Coon, Wynona Sloat
Cope, Carter Shaun
Cope, Michell Eldon
Coriz, Matoka Marie
Cox, Micheal Sage
Creamer, Maureen Jessica
Creek, Bessie Lee
Cripps, Jimmy Mark
Crossley, Orin Lee
Crossley, Rachel Ann
Crouch, Jennifer Renee
Cruz, Reyna Jalyssa
Cutler, Breanna Kailee
Dankenbring, Melody Renee
Davis, Rhonda Jean
Day, Vivian Denise
Day, Zander Nicholas
Deer, Braelyn Ariyahna
Deer, Joell Francis
Deere, Christopher Lee
Deere, Clinton Jess
Dibler Jr, Daymon Daniel
Downs, Cooper Maddox
Eckles, Ethan Andrew
Edwards, Connor Sagan-Riley
Ellis, Jackson Matthew
Ellis, Lisa Marie
Ellis, Ryan Mark
Ellis-Ferdig, Brandi Nicole
Felton, Kandice Nicole Grace
Fire, Orphie Jane
Fixico, Amelia Anne Marie
Flowers, Jasmine Lynne
Foreman Jr., James Louis
Foreman, Anthony Clayton
Foreman, Elijah Bryce
Foreman, Hunter Lynn
Foreman, Mary Ella
Freeman, Jerilyn Kay Barnett
Fritsch, Jaxon James
Fruit, Andrea Dee
Gardner Jr., Larry Dion
Geissler, Jarett Paul
Gibson, Braxton Reid Caddo
Gibson, Clarence
Gibson, Gloria Lynne
Gibson, Jeremy Lee
Gibson, Jimmy Ray
Gibson, Martha Lynette
Gibson, Ronnie Caleb
Gibson, Walter Ray
Gilman, Howard Floyd
Gonzalez, Xochitl Olivia
Goodman, Thomas Donald
Granstrom, Tyler Michael
Hall, Bonnee RaeLynn
Hanson, Bentley Robert Jin
Harjo, Nicholas Gerald
Harjo, Tabias Darnell
Harjo, Veyda Rene
Harrington, Carolyn Jean
Harris, Samuel Lee Allen Sabre
Haumpy, Tacie A’lize
Hawk, Quincy Ryan
Heatley, Cashis King
Heatley, Prada DeeAnn
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Mann, Marc Andrew
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Martin, Jared Webster
Martinez, Laronda Ann
Martinez, Naliyha Tewa
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Masquat, Kinsley Rae
Mathany, Connie Ruth
Maxwell, Jimmy Ray
Maxwell, Nellie Tiger
Mazzucco, Tiana Bright Path
McAnally, Makiah Hope
McBroom, Tallon Cole
McCreary, Gabriel David
McCreary, Lisa Jane
McGirt, Travis Wade
McPherson, Alan Lynn
McPherson, Mason Thomas
McPherson-Brittain, Jason Tyler
McPherson-Khalil, Jessica Lynn
McReynolds, Loren Joel
Meek Jr, Jimmy David
Melton, Serena Jo
Melzer, Logan Michael Boyer
Mendoza, Samuel Lee
Merrell, Maddox Andre
Milburn, Michelle Sahara
Miller, Laney Lee
Miller, Tre Dean
Mitchell, Gage Jaydn
Mitchell, Nycole Morningstar
Montgomery, Nathan Andre Patrick
Morris Jr., John Gilbert
Morris, David Leon
Morris, Jordan Marie
Morris, Lucas Hayden
Munroe, Ellen Marie
Nail, Brandy Diane
Nance, Desmond Ravon
Nance, Eva Renae
Navarro, Eric Roberto
Navarro, Isaac Joseph
Neash, Diondre DaShawn
Ned, Tina Renee
Nelson, Payton Ashlee
Nicholson Jr., Larry Zenith
Nicholson, Victoria Rose
Norred, April Babette
Norton, Jai’Nasha Camille
O’Brian, Connie Frances
Panther, Cheyanne
Panther, Kylie Leaann
Parsons-Squire, Autumn Lynn
Patty, Elsie Wynona
Pawnee, Izabella Danae
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Pearl Atwood, Donna Sue
Pelts, Brandy Nicole
Pewenofkit, Alta Rochelle
Poncho, Octavia Marie
Puckitt, Zesa Lou-Ann
Queen, Marlene Lucille
Rakestraw, Mariah Diane
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Ramirez-Beavers, Shakayla Jordon Grace
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Shawnee, Keaten Wayne
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Warrior, Tobin Shane
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Woods, Jiya Marie
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Diane Ponkilla .................................. 6267
......................................................... 6325
Secretary John Johnson ............... 6289
......................................................... 6275
Representative
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Lt. Governor
Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe ..... 6308
......................................................... 6307
......................................................... 6269
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- 4030
Absentee
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TribeTRIBE
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275-4030
Treasurer Phillip Ellis ................... 6280
Victor Flores ..................................... 6282
Laikyn Roberts ................................. 6309
Rep Atheda Fletcher ...................... 6239
......................................................... 6240
Receptionist
.................................................. 405-275-4030
ASEDA Director
Jeff Rabon ............................................... 6335
David Deer ............................................... 6263
Attorney
Gary Pitchlynn ......................................... 6313
Court
Chelsea Cope .......................................... 6241
Lea Bettelyoun ......................................... 6260
Ashley Stanley ......................................... 6336
Cult. Preservation / Gift Shop
Merry Rodriguez - Gift Shop .................... 6310
Gift Shop ............................................ 6254
Devon Frazier (THPO) ............................. 6243
Ashley Brokeshoulder .............................. 6312
................................................................. 6340
Kay Bemo ................................................ 6238
Andrea Ellis-Harrison (Director) ............... 6245
Casey Wilson (Librarian) ......................... 6416
Dom.Violence/Family Services
Finance
Jason Murdock.........................................6233
Jennifer Crenshaw ...................................6228
Sandra Burnett ........................................6294
Tracey Dickson ........................................6279
Kymberly Hazlett ......................................6250
Courtney Green .......................................6300
Holly Davis ...............................................6265
Colleen Longhorn.....................................6320
Jarett Geissler ..........................................6385
Laina Martin .............................................6424
Grants - Phyllis Wahahrockah-Tasi........6338
Grants – MaryLu Kindblade ....................6283
Grants – Kryste Carter ............................6284
Conf. Room ..............................................6397
Human Resources
.................................................................6252
Elizabeth Clark-Snow ..............................6296
Casey Adams ..........................................6337
Hailey Scroggins ......................................6222
ICW
Melissa Hill, Reagan Abbiss, Joslin MunfordMcDowell ................................................6375
Direct Line .................... 395-4490 or 395-4491
.................................................................6376
Direct Line .................................... 395-4492
.................................................................6377
Direct Line ........................................ 395-4493
Kevin Kaseca ...........................................6316
Reta Harjo, Stephen Fife, Isaac Bettelyoun,
Duke Blanchard……………………………6249
Sheila Orphan, John Mann, Robert
Komacheet, Duke Blanchard,
Stacy Coon ..............................................6331
MISC
HELP DESK .............................................3100
Travis O’Dell ............................................6327
Donna Cody .............................................6402
.................................................................6303
Rafael Rodriguez .....................................6329
Kelly Chambers........................................6328
OEH
Education
Police Department
Tresha Spoon .......................................... 6242
Brandon Goodman .................................. 6255
Election Commission
Emily Longman ........................................ 6271
Enrollment
Fallon Jackson ......................................... 6288
Marla Massey .......................................... 6290
Misty Griffith ............................................ 6291
Amy Guffey ............................................. 6244
Tara Battise ............................................ 6281
Rebecca Kennedy ................................... 6410
Blake Wiggins ......................................... 6422
Lisa Camren ............................................ 6232
Realty
Charlotte Valero (Director) ...................... 6246
Cara Usrey (Probates) ............................ 6248
Taylor Carter ........................................... 6247
Yecica Gutierrez ...................................... 6420
Kimberlee Billie ....................................... 6235
Social Services
Annie Wilson (Director) ........................... 6311
Nancy Edwards ....................................... 6225
Tax Commission / Tag
Alicia Engler ........................................... .6257
................................................................ 6237
Shelby White ........................................... 6258
Michael Pringle ........................................ 6286
Title VI
Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ............ 6227
Lula Bettelyoun, Donna Butler, Robert
Schoolfield, Ted Watson, Cindy Carpenter
................................................................ 6270
Other Extensions
Maintenance
Melissa Lopez .......................................... 6333
Leslie Harris ............................................. 6326
Sherry Clem ............................................. 6224
Bryisha Payne ......................................... 6315
DV Advocate ............................................ 6226
Taylor Wills .............................................. 6293
Lacey Carey ............................................ 6298
Procurement
.................................................................6223
Jarrod Lloyd .............................................6229
Devin Leitka .............................................6299
Kyra Underwood ......................................6398
Rebecca Diven.........................................6230
........................................ 275-3200 /275-3432
Brad Gaylord (Chief) ................................6302
Jason Brinker ...........................................6259
Linda Day .................................................6261
James Woolbright ....................................6276
.................................................................6266
Steven Crisp ............................................6262
Jason Holasek .........................................6268
Patrol Room .............................................6278
Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. ................................... 2009
Bldg. 1 Break Rm .................................... 6305
Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. ........................... 6330
Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ............................. 6311
Finance Conference Rm ......................... 6236
Other Entities & Toll Free
All Nations Bank ............................... 273-0202
ASEDA ............................................. 878-6782
Toll Free ................................. 1-800-256-3341
Brendle Corner ................................. 447-3372
Blake Goodman EDU
Building Blocks, Rebecca Jones ..... 878-0633
Elizabeth Crawford, Briana Ponkilla
Building Blocks III (Little Axe) ........... 360-2710
Housing ............................................ 273-1050
Human Resources ........................... 275-1468
Media - Sherman Tiger .................... 598-1279
OEH/OEP ......................................... 214-4235
Thunderbird Casino NRM ................ 360-9270
Shawnee Casino .............................. 273-2679
Tribal Store (Little Axe) .................... 364-0668
Little Axe Clinic
Clinic - Medical ................................. 447-0300
L.A.Plus Care ................................... 447-0477
Dental Clinic ..................................... 307-9704
Diabetes ........................................... 360-0698
Pharmacy ......................................... 292-9530
Resource Center .............................. 364-7298
Chrissy Wiens - PA Specialist
Buster Bread - Fitness Manager
Shawnee Clinic
Clinic (Bldg. 17) ................................ 878-5850
Pharmacy ......................................... 878-5859
Toll free .................................. 1-866-742-4977
Rhonda Kaseca................................ 878-4702
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HEARTLINE EMERGENCY......................................... 211
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TRIBAL POLICE ......................................................... 405-275-3200
Absentee Shawnee
TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGER............................ 405-740-1562 (Cell)
Absentee Shawnee
SHERIFF..................................................................... .405-273-1727
Pottawatomie County
CITY POLICE...............................................................405-273-2121
CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT......................... .405-273-5272
COUNTY HEALTH DEPT............................................405-273-2157
Shawnee
Shawnee
Pottawatomie County
SHERIFF..................................................................... .405-701-8888
CITY POLICE............................................................. .405-321-1600
HEALTH DEPT........................................................... .405-749-1591
Cleveland County
Norman
Cleveland County
OG&E......................................................................... .405-272-9595
.................................................................
800-522-6870
CANADIAN VALLEY.................................................. .405-382-3680
DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY.................. .800-522-0206
HIGHWAY PATROL................................................... .405-425-4385
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