2-3 execuTIve commITTee’s reporTs (2017)

February 2017

“Among The Shawnee”

InsIde ThIs Issue

2-3 execuTIve commITTee’s reporTs

4 enrollmenT deparTmenT

5 educaTIon deparTmenT

7 elecTIon commIssIon

8 asT healTh sysTem

9 Tax collecTIons

10 realTy deparTmenT

11 TITle vI menu

19-21 February bIrThdays

Volume 28 No. 2

23 FITness cenTer calendar

24-25 campaIgn leTTers

27 domesTIc vIolence

28 emergency managemenT

38 FosTer care

From the Election Commission

Tribal Members, the following persons have turned in packets for elective office.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Governor

Edwina Butler-Wolfe

John Lee Soap, Jr.

George Blanchard

Tribal Secretary

Andrew Warrior

Phillip Ellis

Joseph Blanchard

Atheda W. Fletcher

John Raymond Johnson

ELECTION COMMISSION

Election Commissioner

Election Secretary

Commission Member #2

John Al LittleAxe

Sherman Tiger

Alicia Miller

TRIBAL MEMBERS:

There will be a re-organization on how tribal members line up when they come in to vote during elections. There will

be only one (1) person, at a time, allowed at the registration table when registering to vote. There will be more detailed

information published in the March Newsletter.

IF YOU’D LIKE TO SUBMIT AN AD OR ARTICLE:

Give us a call at (405) 598-1279 or (405) 481-0558 or send us an e-mail to stiger@astribe.com

ALL ARTICLES FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE ARE DUE BY THE 15TH OF THE CURRENT

MONTH.

UNFORTUNATELY, WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT ONE PICTURE PER BIRTHDAY PERSON, NOT

PER BIRTHDAY WISH.

Executive Committee

Edwina Butler-Wolfe

Governor

Isaac Gibson

Lt. Governor

John Johnson

Secretary

Leah Bates

Treasurer

Anthony Johnson

Representative

Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com

Governor’s Report

Hello friends, neighbors, relatives and Tribal members at large!

The weather here in the Shawnee and Oklahoma area is proving to be

a challenge for our local and state meteorologists in regards to reliably

predicting what weather Shawnee and Oklahoma may be facing. A good

example is weather forecast(s) received for our area indicated we would

get freezing rain and ice and some snow. Based on that information the

tribe closed as did many local schools and businesses. Yet the temperatures

on Friday were not hazardous in Shawnee. This just goes to show how

unpredictable our weather can be. I generally find that the Farmer’s Almanac

can give me a better idea of what we can expect in relation to weather.

Budgets

The Executive Committee conducted an informal budget review and it

was agreed to that both elected official and program budgets being paid by

our General Fund would be decreased by 10% for 2017. The Indirect Cost

budgets are to remain the same as the 2016 budgets. The General Fund

and Indirect Cost budgets were placed under Resolutions, approved by the

Executive Committee and are now in place. I appreciate the Finance staff

who assisted with this process.

Other Topics/Expressions

Happy Birthday & Anniversary

To those who have had a birthday or anniversary I extend my warmest

regards.

Condolences

To those families who may have lost a family member this month I extend

my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Meetings Attended for December and Mid-January

DECEMBER 2016

Meeting dates prior to December 21st were provided in the January newsletter.

23-26th Tribal Holiday

29st

Special Executive Committee Meeting - 10:00 a.m.

30th

All Nation’s Bank Meeting – Shawnee - 4:00 p.m.

JANUARY 2017

2nd

Tribal Holiday

6th

Inclement Weather – Tribe Closed

13th

Inclement Weather – Tribe Closed

16th

Tribal Holiday

17th

Met with the Dr. Shipley, All Nations Bank, President

18th

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

The Directors Meeting is the third Monday of each month but due to the

Martin Luther King Holiday, the next Directors Meeting will be held on

Monday, January 23, 2017.

Director’s Meetings

The Director’s Meeting was not held this month due to the federal/tribal

holiday. The next Director’s meeting will be held on Monday, January 23,

2017. I have requested that all Directors and Executive Committee attend

this meeting so that we can address program questions and help the tribe

to face the challenges within our tribal community.

DOT Negotiated Rulemaking Committee

We have nine Divisions at the Tribe under EC oversight. The Health

The next DOT FAST Act Negotiated Rulemaking Committee meeting

Corporation(s) are now under Board Authority without any tribal oversight. is to be held in Denver, CO. As you may recall I was unable to attend the

last schedule meeting in Alabama due to weather and flight cancellation/

Attorney General

Our current Attorney General resigned effective January 31st. Hobbs, changes.

If you are interested in learning more about the FAST Act DOT TTSGP

Strauss, Dean & Walker, a nationally recognized Indian law firm, has

provided legal guidance and direction to the tribe for the past 3.5 years. The Negotiated Rulemaking Committee this information may be found at: flh.

tribe is taking bids to fill the role of Attorney General, a constitutionally fhwa.dot.gov

required position, and we anticipate filling this need by or before the 31st.

Continued on next page

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In Conclusion

For children, once a final decision is made on their per cap checks, then

I have 4 months left in Office and I find each day eventful and full of an official letter will be sent out to parents with the detailed information.

possibilities. My door is always open (unless I am in a meeting or at a Make sure Enrollment has proper addresses for each AST minor and

meeting) and I welcome your visits.

guardianship for point of contact.

For inmates, my assistant and the Treasurer’s Assistant are researching

Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the

each correctional facility. They are trying to find the correct way to send

Future (BFF) - united and together!

them their per cap money. All institutes are different and require different

Thank you for your support.

documentation for this process not to mention the processing fee. Please

be patient we are working on getting every Tribal member their money.

Secretary’s Report

I hope this helps with any questions you may have.

Thank You,

As you all know, the Ramah Case Settlement has been paid to the tribe, John R. Johnson

and the finance department has started the distribution of Per Cap checks. Tribal Secretary

As of today, the tribe has disbursed 2,177 Per Cap checks. Please help spread

the word to anyone you know that was enrolled on or before 10/24/15 has

yet to recieve their Per Cap checks. Per Caps checks will be processed once

a W-9 is submitted to my office. Please make sure your information is the

same information within the Enrollment Department. If the two addresses

do not match, the W-9 will not be processed. Once your information is

verified, our office will send your paperwork to finance for processing. The

Finance office will then process the check which will take up to 10 Business

days and then it will be mailed to the address on the W-9 or you can pick up

your check in Finance the Friday after the 10th Business day. (The address

must be your physical address and NOT A PO BOX.) You can either fax

or email your W-9 to my office: Fax 405-275-1922, email: alvinab@astribe.

com. The Per Cap disbursement is a ONE TIME disbursement. The finance

office will be sending out letters to out of state Tribal members, so if you

know anyone out of state, please make them aware.

Tribal Members,

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members:

Re-Elect

John Raymond Johnson

Tribal Secretary 2017-2019

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES

PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY THE OFFICE LOCATED

AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA.

WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM

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Enrollment Department

Hello all, here in enrollment we hope that everyone had a good holiday. Enrollment would like to inform everyone about the new way enrollment

will operate. As stated in the last newsletter we will now be making appointments. The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Enrollment Appointment maker is a

scheduling tool that is to be used to make appointments for the Enrollment Department. Making appointments is mandatory effective January 9, 2017.

This is to ensure that the Enrollment staff set aside appropriate time to meet with individuals to discuss research, enrollment applications, and anything

that may take some time in the office. We can ensure you are seen through this process. No appointment is necessary if you need a CDIB printed or are

just turning in an application form. Walk-in’s are welcomed on Wednesday’s from 1 to 4 and all day on Friday’s. Booking can be made on this website

or by calling the Enrollment office. Enrollment will also now be excepting cards for payment when purchasing a CDIB card. We are very excited about

the new changes and hope that we can now serve tribal members better. You may also access the appointment website through the tribal website on the

enrollment page.

https://squareup.com/appointments/book/6BWY3BHY57Q08/absentee-shawnee-tribe-of-oklahoma

Enrollment has been informed that many out in the community believe that we are incapable of

putting new photos onto CDIB Cards, Enrollment has a new camera for the sole purpose of CDIB

pictures. If your photo is out of date when you to the office, we advise you to change your photo to a

current picture. If your CDIB doesn’t have a photo, we advise you that you need a new one. Enrollment

will never deny any Tribal member the right to have a new photo taken. In Enrollment we want all

records including your CDIB to be current. Please feel free to contact our office for any Questions.

Carly Dyer-Enrollment Director (405) 275-4030 ext. 6292

Kim Creek-Enrollment Clerk ext. 6288

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Education Department

Applications accepted:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Education Department

Jan. 1st –March 31st

Finalists announced:

May 2017

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

(405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242 Toll free (800) 256-3341

youthaward@astribe.com

Fax (405) 273-7938

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Female)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Female)

STUDENT INFORMATION

Name: ___________________________________________________

(LAST)

(FIRST)

(MI)

Enrollment #:

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

(STREET)

Home Phone: (

(CITY)

)

Cell Phone: (

(STATE)

(ZIP)

)

Email:

HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

High School Name:

City:

State:

Guidance Counselor:

Phone #:

Sport:

Position:

Coach:

Phone #:

(FIRST)

(LAST)

All Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors are eligible and encouraged to apply.

Documents to be included with application:

□ Official High School Transcript

□ Letter of Recommendation (Educator/Coach)

□ Tribal Enrollment Card (copy)

□ Resume of Accomplishments and Activities

□ 500-word Essay: How do you feel your accomplishments (knowledge/training) will influence your future?

□ Video (optional): no more than 10 minutes in length

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LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER OPTOMETRY

ANNUAL BENEFITS & DISCOUNTS

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members with Vision Insurance:

All enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal members who have vision insurance will have their insurance billed for the exam and any prescribed optical products. The Tribal benefit will be used for

the remainder of the cost for prescription eye glasses or contact lens, not to exceed the $350.00

vision benefit through the ASTHS Contract Health Services. If the amount exceeds the $350.00

benefit, the Tribal member will be responsible for the out of pocket expense.

*If an enrolled Absentee Tribal Member with insurance chooses to see an outside provider

they will be responsible for notifying ASTHS Contract Health Services (405.701.7951

or 405.878.5850). Their benefit within the Absentee Shawnee Optometry Department

will only allow for the amount within the $350.00 that was left unused for the vision

benefit year. (i.e. If you were seen December 31, 2016 your vision benefit year lasts until

December 30, 2017.)

Transitional Housing

The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual

Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a

new life.

Court Advocacy

Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and

appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders.

Housing and Utility Assistance

Assists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in

emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility

assistance.

All enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal members who do not have vision insurance must use the

Absentee Shawnee Optometry Department to receive their eye exam at no charge and their

$350.00 tribal benefit for the cost of prescription eye glasses or contact lens. If the amount exceeds the $350.00 benefit the Tribal member will be responsible for the out of pocket expense.

Referral Assistance

Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services

outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program.

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members who live outside of the catchment area:

All enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal members who reside outside of the catchment area

(Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Logan, Lincoln, and Oklahoma counties) may still utilize their tribal

benefit only if they use the Absentee Shawnee Optometry department for their exam and/

or prescription optical products. The allotted $350.00 will be used towards prescription eye

glasses or contact lens. If the amount exceeds the $350.00 benefit the Tribal member will be

responsible for the out of pocket costs.

*These patient will need to ensure they have updated their chart. This is to include updated

HIPAA and consent forms.

Community Outreach

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings,

informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal

and Non-Tribal communities.

For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.

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Did You Know.....

Additional products/charges outside of the allowed benefit schedule:

Any additional products/charges outside of the allowed benefit schedule must be paid for

by the patient. For example, patients who do not require corrective lens but chose to get colored

contacts or non-prescription sunglasses these will be at their own expense. All charges will need

to be paid for in advance following the payment guidelines posted in the office. NO CASH WILL

BE ACCEPTED.

*No combining of discounts allowed

*Insurance benefits must be exhausted first before discounts can be applied.

Patient’s co-pay portion cannot be discounted.

Did You Know……

Anyname

name changes

changes that

Any

thatmay

mayoccur

occur

marriage, divorce,

(ie:marriage,

(i.e.

divorce, etc.)

etc.) need

need totobebeupdated

updated

through enrollment, BEFORE any new

through enrollment, BEFORE any new

registrations or renewals can be processed.

registrations or renewals can be processed.

15702 East State Hwy 9

Norman, OK 73026

NEW LOCATION: In the PlusCare Building by Thunderbird Casino

P H O N E : 4 0 5 . 4 4 7. 0 3 0 0

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy

The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide

emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and

throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by

offering educational information and referrals.

Shelter Placement Assistance

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within

Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for

the victim and children may also be available.

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members without Vision Insurance:

OPTOMETRY

ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT

FA X : 4 0 5 . 7 0 1 . 7 0 8 0

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Election Commission

PLEASE fill out EACH BLANK completely and return by the Deadline.

ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST

I, ____________________________________, hereby certify that I am or will be an Eligible

(Print Name)

Voter of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe on or before March 18, 2017. I cannot physically

be present to cast my Vote at the March 18, 2017 Primary Election, therefore, I am

requesting an Absentee Ballot be mailed to me at the following address.

Name (please print): ___________________________________________________________

(first)

(middle)

(maiden)

(last)

Address:____________________________ City: _______________St: _______Zip:________

CDIB#:______________________

Date of

Birth:_______________________

Signature:________________________________

Date:______________________________

All REQUESTS must be returned to the Election Commission by the deadline of

February 26, 2017

Mail to:

Absentee Shawnee Election Commission

P.O. Box 741

Tecumseh, OK 74873

Fax to:

Fax # (405) 273-1337 (Do not fax to any other fax #)

Phone: (405) 275-4030 ext. 6271

Toll free number 1-800-256-3341 ext. 6271

Deliver in Person to:

Election Commission Office located in the Tribal Court Building

All eligible voters are entitled to vote either at the Polls or by Absentee Ballot.

This form may be duplicated for your convenience.

______________________________________________________________________________

ELECTION COMMISSION USE ONLY

Received: _____________________ Approved:____________________ Disapproved: _______________

If Disapproved (reason): _________________________________________________________________

Denial Letter Mailed:___________________________ Ballot Mailed:_____________________________

_______________________________________

Election Commission/Representative

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AST HeAlTH SySTem - FebruAry 2017

This year is off to a great start, and we’re very excited about where your tribal health system is headed! The new specialty clinic has relocated to the former optometry office, opening

space and access to more scheduling availability and smoother patient flow and experience. We are increasing our patients from several other tribes as well as seeing an increase in

re-enrolled AST Tribal Members coming back to the tribe to access healthcare services!

In late November, the Absentee Shawnee Executive Committee passed a resolution to create and name members to the IHS compact negotiation team. The negotiation team is

tasked with the review of our current health compact and annual funding agreement, gathering pertinent information and data required for negotiation with the IHS Oklahoma City

Area Office, and bringing a viable final draft to the Executive Committee for approval. The negotiation team members have the knowledge, experience, and expertise to carry out

these tasks and are extremely honored to be given a bode of confidence from the Executive Committee by being selected and confirmed by tribal resolution. Our health compact is

one of the oldest in the IHS system and has not seen an update in nearly two decades. It is the understanding of the negotiation team that the negotiation process is not as contentious

as it was in the early days of the Self-Governance program because of its newness in the 1990’s. Today, our tribal health funding is solidified through Congressional appropriations,

replacing the days of line item by line item negotiations. Only through a reduction in appropriations can Congress reduce tribal health funding to its base levels established years ago.

Now there is meaningful dialog about health services, functions, activities and funding avenues between tribal representatives and the IHS through the government-to-government

relationship. One of many goals in our negotiation process is to ensure all the health services, functions, and activities we provide through our health system are covered by the Federal

Tort Claims Act (FTCA). This provides a level of protection for both our health system and the patients we serve. Being among the healthcare experts on our team, we are focused

on reviewing the healthcare services, staffing schedule, and areas where the FTCA coverages need to be identified or realigned. The other portion of our negotiation team will address

indirect cost rates, contract support cost reimbursement, formula funding, potential funding, and governance language within the compact and funding agreement. Tribes with larger

health systems have undertaken the task of reviewing their compacts periodically to address changes in healthcare delivery and include any new services to be provided. You can have

confidence the entire negotiation process is methodically approached, coordinated, and taken very seriously, as we understand the importance and impact an updated health compact

will have for your health system.

The flu continues to wreak havoc upon our state, one of the hardest hit this year. Please continue to use good hygiene and if you become sick, limit your exposure to your family

and co-workers during the onset of symptoms. It is not too late to get the flu vaccine and if you do become sick, seek medical attention as soon as possible to limit the effects of the

flu upon you and your family.

We are thankful and very proud of our outstanding star performers again this month and thank them all for their contributions to our patients, their fellow employees, and the

tribe! We are extremely happy to announce the Employee of the Year for 2016 is Mr. John McKinney, AST Health System’s Maintenance Team at Shawnee’s Clinic! He was voted as the

Employee of the Year by his peers out of the previous 12 months of Employee of the Month Award winners – great job John, we appreciate your service and dedication! Employee of

the Month in January for health was PA Todd Pelton, Primary Care; the Team of the Month was the AST Health System’s Security Staff. The Special Leadership Award was presented

to Mr. Darrol Davis, Transportation, for his service and selflessness in transporting patients during inclement weather to ensure they accessed vital services. Our AST Health System

strives to make your health its top priority, and you all make a difference for our health system and the health and wellness of all of our patients!

Additional health related information:

• PlusCare Clinic/Little Axe area has the ability to treat non-life threatening

illnesses and injuries on a walk-in basis (no appointment needed). This service is

extended to enrolled AST tribal members and other IHS eligible Native Americans

who are the ages of 2 years and up. If you are a new (AI/AN) patient to our health

system and are in need of our PlusCare services, please bring with you, your CDIB

card, a second form of identification, social security card and health insurance card(s),

if available. The location is 15702 East State Highway 9, Norman, OK (former Little

Axe Clinic-near Thunderbird Casino/Norman). The phone number is (405) 4470477. Hours of operation are M-F 9 AM to 9 PM with last walk-in accepted at 8:30

PM, Saturday and Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM and holidays are 9 AM to 5 PM (excluding

Thanksgiving and Christmas) with last walk-in patient accepted at 4:30 PM.

• Shawnee Clinic Extended Hours/Shawnee area has the ability to treat non-life

threatening illnesses and injuries on a walk-in basis (no appointment needed). This

service is extended to enrolled AST tribal members, Native American Veteran’s,

IHS eligible Native Americans, Medicaid/SoonerCare pediatric patients, and BCBS

covered AST non-Native employees who are the ages of 2 years and up. If you are a

new patient to our health system and are in need of our extended hours services, please

bring with you, your CDIB card, a second form of identification, social security card

and health insurance card(s), if available. The location is 2029 South Gordon Cooper

Drive, Shawnee, OK. The phone number is (405)878-5850. Hours of operation are

M-F 5 PM to 9 PM with last walk-in accepted at 8:30 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM

with last walk-in accepted at 4:30 PM and closed Sundays and holidays.

• Emergency Dental Clinic is available every Monday from 8 AM to 11:30 AM at

the Little Axe Health Center. Patients will be evaluated on a first come, first serve

basis and type of emergency care needed. Patients who have suffered trauma or

present infection will be considered before other as well as established patients being

considered before new patients. For more information, please call (405) 447-0300.

• AST/Serviced Health System Native American Veterans: If you are currently

receiving services with the area VA Medical Center, please contact us today to set

up an appointment to have your services established with the AST Health System

at either the Shawnee Clinic (405) 878-5850 or Little Axe Health Center (405) 4470300.

• If you need CPR training, please contact the AST Health System’s Public Health

Office at (405) 447-0300 for scheduling and training opportunities.

• Contract Health Services (CHS) interactive phone menu helps patients access

the most appropriate service provider by calling (405) 701-7951 at the Little Axe

Health Center. This feature will speed up access to the patients seeking services and

follow-up to their care. We also have Contract Health representatives available at our

Shawnee location. Tribal members are able to call Ms. Flo Mann, LPN or Ms. Laurie

Webber, LPN at (405) 878-5850.

• Customer Service line is (405) 701-7623. Please direct all complaints or

compliments to this line for appropriate attention and/or response. Please be assured

that this is the best way to have each situation addressed, with consistent updates

from our Health Staff. After the investigations of all issues are complete, our Health

Director or a Clinic Administrator will personally contact you with updates, decisions,

or question pertaining to your case.

• The AST Anti-Bullying Prevention “HOTLINE” is (405) 701-7987 during work

hours 8-5, M-F, and for added confidentiality or after hours you may contact Mrs.

Dara Thorpe at either (405) 701-7992 or via cell (405) 481-0815 to start intervention

assistance for tribal youth. If it is an emergency or someone is at risk of harming

themselves or others, please contact 911.

• The Affordable Care Act Decision Tool continues to be a valuable tool with

helping you decide what you need to do for compliance with the act. Please see the

ACA tab at the ASTHA Health Program’s Website: http://www.asthealth.org/aca

(Please visit our site today to find out what you need to do to protect yourself and

your family)!

• Emergency After Hours Pharmacy: If you experience an emergent issue after

hours and receive a prescription that needs to be filled that same evening, AST

Health has provided access for Tribal members only at three (3) approved Wal-green

locations in Shawnee and Norman. You will need to submit your prescription and

it is mandatory to identify yourself with your AST CDIB card and other appropriate

ID. Then they shall fill your prescription. You will have a 5-day limited fill on your

prescription. Upon the first work/business day, you can have the remaining balance

of your prescription(s) transferred to your AST pharmacy in either Shawnee or Little

Axe, and they will fill your remaining balance. The three (3) AST Health approved

Walgreen service locations are: 1427 North Harrison Street or at 600 Shawnee Mall

Drive, Shawnee, Oklahoma or 615 West Main Street, Norman, Oklahoma.

The Little Axe Health Center Drive-Thru Pharmacy is also available for emergency

fills, for tribal members only, from: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM

to 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday and holidays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding

Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• Social Media: You can follow the AST Health System on Facebook and receive the

most current messages and announcements regarding your tribal health care.

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February 2017-Scheduled Closings

February

2017 - Scheduled Closings

DATE:

TIME(S) CLOSED:

Wed., Feb. 1st

(1 Wed of month)

Noon to 5 PM

st

DATE:

TIME(S) CLOSED:

th

Mon., Feb. 20

Wed., Feb. 1st

(President’s

Day)

st

(1 Wed of month)

DATE:

All Day

Noon to 5 PM

Mon., Feb. 20th

(President’s Day)

Wed., Mar. 1

(1st Wed of month)

DATE:

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

*Shawnee Clinic Extended Hours re-OPENS 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

*PlusCare Clinic re-OPENS 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

All AST Health facilities CLOSED except PlusCare Clinic OPEN 9 AM to 5 PM (last patient at 4:30 PM)

March 2017-Scheduled Closings

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED except PlusCare Clinic OPEN 9 AM to 5 PM (last patient at 4:30 PM)

TIME(S) CLOSED:

st

LOCATIONS:

All AST HealthFebruary

facilities2017-Scheduled

CLOSED

Closings

*Shawnee Clinic Extended Hours re-OPENS 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

*PlusCare

Clinic re-OPENS 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

LOCATIONS:

Noon to 5 PM

TIME(S) CLOSED:

LOCATIONS:

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

March

2017-Scheduled

Closings 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

*Shawnee Clinic

Extended

Hours re-OPENS

*PlusCare Clinic re-OPENS 5 PM till 9 PM (last patient at 8:30 PM)

LOCATIONS:

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

Wed., Mar. 1st

**In thestevent of a weather cancellation

affecting

health

services

if you are

unsure

health

is closed,

please

Noon to 5 PMor delay

*Shawnee

Clinic

Extended

Hoursorre-OPENS

5 PM

till 9 if

PM

(last patient

at 8:30

PM)call ahead.

(1 Wed of month)

Little Axe Health Center at (405) 447-0300, *PlusCare

ShawneeClinic

Clinicre-OPENS

at (405)878-5850

or PlusCare

at (405)447-0477

5 PM till 9 PM

(last patient

at 8:30 PM)

***Also, weather closures/delays will be posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall “Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health”, Twitter

@ASTHealth

and

on of

ASTHS

website

at www.asthealth.com.

**In the

event

a weather

cancellation

or delay affecting health services or if you are unsure if health is closed, please call ahead.

Little Axe Health Center at (405) 447-0300, Shawnee Clinic at (405)878-5850 or PlusCare at (405)447-0477

Tax Collections

***Also, weather closures/delays will be posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall “Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health”, Twitter

@ASTHealth and on ASTHS website at www.asthealth.com.

FY-2016

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(thru 12/31/2016)

FY-2016

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(Thru 12/31/16)

TAX

CATEGORY

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

Sales (6%)

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Motor Vehicle

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$6,629.54

$100,000.00

$20,005.91

$2,266.67

$10,173.81

$7,107.73

$5,925.93

$250,000.00

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$1,609.65

$16,449.81

$1,052.86

$6,695.50

$200,000.00

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$460.78

$16,519.87

$7,697.88

$1,102.06

$150,000.00

$10,826.58

$919.02

$15,797.40

$17,197.56

$11,858.67

$3,055.61

$150,000.00 $100,000.00

$14,605.02 $10,799.58

$461.01

$2,698.05

$12,420.36 $12,691.64

$14,653.05 $16,595.49

$5,189.41

$150,000.00

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$2,232.26

$16,578.05

$15,084.70

TOTAL TAXES

$146,183.66

$285,815.13

$238,772.61

$195,842.62

$203,998.11 $145,840.37

$200,254.72

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$223.45

$145.00

$300.00

$275.00

$146,407.11

$285,960.13

$239,072.61

$196,117.62

TOTAL COLLECTIONS

NOTE:

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$65.00

JUNE

JULY

$205.00

$120.00

$204,063.11 $146,045.37

$200,374.72

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$406.29

$200,000.00 $250,000.00

$7,282.34

$7,690.76

$1,290.78

$2,064.62

$12,503.02 $12,592.24

$13,025.59 $15,117.38

$4,533.76

$4,285.55 $26,558.02

$200,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00

$13,470.79 $22,690.04 $12,313.85

$1,369.93

$1,116.17

$1,239.90

$11,354.00 $13,675.35 $14,206.10

$12,240.89 $10,491.83

$5,809.62

$76,473.62

$2,200,000.00

$149,030.63

$17,728.84

$164,961.65

$136,074.58

$234,335.01 $287,871.29

$242,969.37 $302,258.94 $260,127.49

$2,744,269.32

AUGUST

$221.46

SEPTEMBER OCTOBER

$122.50

$234,556.47 $287,993.79

$200.00

$105.00

$515.15

$2,497.56

$243,169.37 $302,363.94 $260,642.64

$2,746,766.88

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Realty Department

Reminder:

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All trust land transactions must come through the Realty Office.

Sales and/or any other trust land transactions must be authorized by the Realty Department and approved by the BIA.

Any trust land transactions not involving the Realty Department are invalid.

Please keep addresses current with the Office of the Special Trustee for Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This will allow proper

notification to be made to landowners on new leases and other information.

Please keep addresses current with the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty Department to

cross-reference landowner addresses with the OST.

lease visit www.indiantrust.com whereabouts unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if you or your relatives

are on this list.

Gift deed transactions will take time to get approved from the BIA.

Negotiated sales must follow the proper procedures to ensure the transaction is considered for approval.

A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process.

If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030.

PROBATE MISSION STATEMENT

The primary mission of the Division of the Probate is to compile inventories of the Indian Trust Assets and family information,

and to coordinate the timely distribution of trust assets with the Office of Hearings and Appeals, Land Titles and Records Office and

the Office of Special Trustee.

The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for adjudication by the

Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA). After OHA issues a probate order the Division works with other trust offices, such as the

Office of Special Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records Office to distribute assets.

In order for this to happen, the family of the decedent will need to contact the Absentee Shawnee Real Estate Division (Probate)

to start the probate process.

Should you have any questions, please contact Lea Tsotaddle at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248.

AST FORUM

This Social Media Facebook page, AST Forum was set-up for Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members, Tribal Workers and associates.

Purpose of web page is to have a Forum to discuss Tribal Issues and possible solutions, also to share Tribal and family events which

may occur. AST Forum is a creation of Mr. Calvin White.

Currently there are 333 members of which may add new members to the group, I can only hope a good dialog and solutions will

be discussed on the page. And maybe new friends will be made and old relatives will meet once again and find common ground, to

make our Tribe just a little better.

Sherman Tiger

Media Director

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Power Outage

IMPORTANT INCLEMENT WEATHER

INFORMATION

Norman, Oklahoma – The safety of our patients and employees is paramount in any emergency

or inclement weather situation, and the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System (ASTHS)

recognizes the fact that inclement weather and other emergencies can affect ASTHS’ ability to

open (or remain open) for seeing patients and the employees’ ability to get to work (or to get

home). For our patients, we strive to keep the health system closed for the briefest period of

time possible.

However for impending inclement weather - we are offering the following

suggestions for our patients:

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Please be sure to call ahead with your prescription re-fill needs within the allotted

timeframe (24 hour fill time).

Please be sure to pick-up your medications (during non-weather event days) from

pharmacy so that you will not go without during inclement weather.

Please make sure your patient contact information is up-to-date (such as phone number

and email addresses) for notifications.

Please call ahead before venturing out into bad weather to see if we are open or closed.

 Little Axe Health Center

(405) 447-0300

 Shawnee Clinic & SC Extended Hours

(405) 878-5850

 PlusCare Clinic

(405) 447-0477

Watch for AST closure announcements on OKC’s local news channels.

Follow AST Health on Facebook at Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health for the latest

announcements.

Follow us on Twitter @ASTHealth; or

ASTHS website www.asthealth.org

With the anticipation of electricity outages, the ASTHS recommends to fully charge your cell

phones beforehand. The ASTHS encourages all patients to please stay safe and weather aware.

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It’s not too late to get a flu shot

around you. Your risk for disease decreases more the longer you abstain from smoking.

It is not too late to get a flu vaccine if you haven’t received one yet. Flu season peaks from December to February so now is as good a time as any to

get your flu shot. Everyone six months of age and older should get a yearly flu vaccination. Contrary to popular belief, the flu shot DOES NOT give you

the flu. The most common reaction to the flu shot in adults is soreness, redness or swelling at the spot where the shot was given and usually only lasts

a couple of days. Protect yourself from the flu and contact your health care provider for an appointment or visit the Plus Care or Shawnee Extended

Hours Clinics for a walk-in appointment today!

References:

http://www.cdc.gov/DHDSP/data_statistics/fact_sheets/fs_aian.htm http://heart.arizona.edu/heart-health

http://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/american_heart_month.htm

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F E B RUA RY 2 017

Heart Healthy Valentine’s Day Tips

H E A RT H E A LT H M O N T H

 Gift a poem or handmade Valentine

instead of sweets

What is heart disease? What are the signs and symptoms?

Are you at risk for heart disease? Can heart disease be prevented?

 Give a fresh fruit basket instead of chocolates

Learn the answers to these questions and more and get a free

 If you do receive sweets or chocolates, enjoy them

blood pressure screening at one of the following events.

in moderation

Friday, February 3rd, 2017* 1:00-3:00 Little Axe Health Center lobby

*This is also Go Red for Women Day

Thursday, February 9th, 2017 11:00-1:00 Title 6, Shawnee

Friday, February 17th, 2017 1:00-3:00 Shawnee Clinic lobby

Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 11:00-1:00 Little Axe Resource Center

 Go for a long, romantic walk & make it a regular habit.

30 minutes of activity most days of the week is healthy

 Prepare a candle lit dinner at home using a heart

healthy recipe, or try an old favorite recipe with

healthy ingredient substitutions

 If eating out, order one entrée to share: Restaurant

servings are often enough for two-splitting will keep

you from overdoing it

 Consider sending heart healthy snacks to children’s

school celebrations-even stickers, pencils or other

inexpensive tokens instead of sweets

Your sweetheart may have the key to your heart, but

eating healthy and being physically active can be the

key to a healthier heart

For more information contact Public Health Nursing 405-447-0300 ext. 7190 or 7997

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Augustine Spybuck Johnson

On January 6, 2017, the creator called home our beloved Augustine “Oogie” Spybuck Johnson. She was a wonderful and dedicated

wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members,

friends and neighbors for the acts of kindness and sympathy: visits, food, service, and kind words spoken to our family. We want to

express special appreciation to George Blanchard for his guidance, words of comfort, and caring during this difficult time. The family

would also like to express their gratitude to Ike Gibson, John Johnson, Anthony Johnson, Duke Blanchard, Jane Werst, Judy Bender,

Leonard and Serena Foreman, Meredith Wapakeche, Donna Butler, Mary Johnson, AST Maintenance Department, and many others

who helped prepare food and continue on with our traditional rites. It was such a blessing to her and us to have so many helping hands.

Augustine will always be remembered for her love of family and friends.

Nee ya wa,

Herb, Shannon, and Herbie Johnson &

JoAnn Spybuck Watson and Margie Spybuck Kinsey

Augustine Spybuck Johnson

Born: August 14, 1947

Passed Away: January 6, 2017

Interment: Family Home Place Cemetery

Tecumseh, Oklahoma

LAND BUY BACK PROGRAM

The Department of Interior recently advised they are expanding their schedule for implementing the Land Buy Back Program and adding

63 additional locations for the period of 2018 through 2021. This program began making offers in 2013. It has paid over $740 million to

individual landowners and restored the equivalent of nearly 1.5 million acres to tribal governments. This expansion brings the number of

locations being planned for the program to 105. This total includes 96 percent of all landowners with fractionated interests and more than 98

percent of both purchasable fractional interests and equivalent acres in Program eligible areas. There are currently about 245,000 landowners

holding approximately 3 million fractional interests across Indian Country.

The intent of the Buy Back program is to partner with tribal governments to stimulate new opportunities so that tribes can operate more

efficiently, enter into community discussions and create plans that ensure lands stay in trust. The Program implements the land consolidation

component of the Cobell settlement which provided $1.9 billion to purchase fractional interests in trust or restricted land from willing sellers

at fair market value within a ten year window. If a fractional land interest owner decides to sell their fraction you will receive a payment

directly into your individual Indian Money (IM) account. The lands purchased through this process are immediately restored to tribal trust

ownership to benefit the community and tribal members. In the upcoming months a Program representative will be communicating with our

tribe on the process and its implementation.

Our tribe is on the new expanded Program list and members with eligible fractional interests are encouraged to call the Trust Beneficiary

Call Center (Call Center) at 888-678-6836 and indicate whether you are a willing seller and/or to update contact information. By registering

as a willing seller it does NOT commit you to selling your land, nor will it guarantee an offer will be extended; it merely identifies your

interest and assist in advancing planning. Individual landowners can contact the Call Center, Office of the Special Trustee or BIA office to

learn more about your land and options available to you. You can also visit the Program site at: https://www.doi.gov/buybackprogram/

programimplementation-schedule.

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Let us help...

With your cooling bill this summer

If you live in Pottawatomie or Cleveland counties

and have a C.D.I.B. card you may qualify for the

L.I.H.E.A.P Program

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225

Come and apply

Starting in May thru September

2016

The L.I.H.E.P Program will pay for

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE

• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD

• NOTARIZED TITLE

• NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or

PURCHASE AGREEMENT

• LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments)

• LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien)

All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements and criteria which is

approved by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Department of Social Services

(405) 275-4030, Ext. 6225

Annette Wilson, Social Services

*TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR

ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS*

The following are current programs administered by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Education Department:

Note: You may be asked to provide supporting

documentation for verification purposes.

These are brief descriptions of current programs. Program guidelines are available in

hard copy at the Education Department office or for download at www.astribe.com.

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Academic (K-12) Program: assists with academic related expenses, and a

portion of funds can be used for school-related athletic program expenses.

Program has a maximum funding limit for the academic year.

Zahn Program: established from a trust fund, program can help with some

graduation expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients

and one for High School graduates. Program has a maximum amount of funding

for graduation expenses.

Job Training Adult Education Program: funds for vocational training at

accredited vocational institutions. Program has a maximum funding limit for the

calendar year or per program.

Higher Education:

Education Incentive Award Program:

funds for

undergraduate degrees, one associate or bachelor degree, at any accredited college

or university. Funding levels are determined based upon grade point average and

full-time or part-time status.

Graduate Scholarship Program: funds for one master’s degree or one doctoral

degree, and can fund one graduate admissions test. This program has funding

levels based upon full-time and part-time status.

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE

• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD

• PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION

Big Jim Youth Award Program: annual incentive for High School

Seniors for Academic Achievement and Athlete of the Year. Deadline for

application submission is March 31st of each year.

*ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE

VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE

THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS

FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER*

All funding is based upon the availability of funds at the time of application.

Attention:

Applications for fall 2016 must be received or postmarked by June 15, 2016.

All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on

Services and select Education.

For more information, please call Tresha Spoon at (405) 275- 4030, Ext. 6242 or 1800-256-3341 or email to tresham@astribe.com.

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1-4 YEARS

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9-12 YEARS

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$0.25 A DAY

$85

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ASTHS 2016 Employee of the Year

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System is happy to announce Mr. John

nney, Shawnee Clinic Housekeeping/Maintenance, as the winner of the 2016

ASTHS 2016 Employee of the Year

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and “he always has a willing-to-help attitude”.

Congratulations John!

Congratulations John!

SMOKING CESSATION GROUP

Facilitator: Marvin Smith, LPC, LADC

Little Axe Health Center’s Behavioral Health Department (405)447-0300 or (405)701-7987

This service is offered on Tuesdays from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Start date: To be determined (group dates are typically set once an adequate number of participants have signed up for services).

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Tobacco remains the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S.

•

More than 16 million people have at least one disease caused by smoking.

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Smokers are 30-40 times more likely to develop type II diabetes that non-smokers.

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5.6 million Children will die early due to smoking.

Course objectives:

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Understand the economical, medical, and social effects of cigarette consumption.

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Gain knowledge of why people engage in tobacco use.

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Establish personal consequences associated to your use.

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Develop and gain coping skills to facilitate a smoke-free lifestyle.

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FEBRuary 2017 BIRTHDAYS

Alford, Dianne Susan

Alford, Laurie Leann

Alford, Makenzie Raychel

Alford, Nicholas Blake

Alford, Paul Henry

Almanza, Sacha Blue Renee

Arellano, Jennifer Lynn

Argueta, Oneonta Marie

Armstrong, Dusty Ridge

Asbridge, Sandra Lilrene

Atwara, Honey Nicole

Barnard, Kevin Michael

Battiest, Phyllis Leeann

Belden, Florene

Belden, Lois Little Creek

Bennett, Blaine Mattingly

Berryhill, Valerie Lynn

Bettelyoun, Amber Dawn

Bettelyoun, Anthony Bryce

Bettelyoun, Lea Dawn

Bittle, Joshua Jacob

Blanchard Craig, Carolyn Jean

Blanchard Sr, Leland Dale

Blanchard, Aaron Gabriel

Blanchard, Cache Lewis

Blanchard, Caden Briar

Blanchard, Charles Eugene

Blanchard, Joshua James

Blanchard, Kellice Lee

Blanchard, Rikki Rechele

Blanchard, Sierrah Delyn

Blanchard, Taylor Jordan

Blanchard, Thurman Leon

Blanchard, Velma Mae

Bowles, Melissa Carole

Boyd, Laura Lynn

Bread, Charles Michael

Bread, Dina Adele

Breeding, Kinsley Reece

Brokeshoulder-Tyner, Tammy Lynn

Brown III, Curtis Jermain

Brown, Cody Wayne

Brown, Lisa Renee

Bryant, Isis Aponi

Bullen, Myles Robert

Campbell, Mikayla Jo

Carlson, Scottina Dakota

Carnes, Kylee Aleea Lynn

Carr, Adoree Celeste

Checotah, Eric Wayne

Cloud, Doris ( Elephant )

Coddington, William Michael

Cooper, Dade Luke Allen

Copeland, Val Rochelle

Cottrell, Ryan Thomas

Cozad, Anastasia E-mah-doh

Creek-Harjo, Josiah Sage

Crider, Eric Russell

Crocker, Dorothea Carolyn

Csoma, Alexander Attila

Daugherty, Kenneth

Daugherty, Mikenna Hope

Daugherty, Serena Mae

Davis, Meghan Paige

De Shazo, Heather Ann

Dean, Minnie Bear

Deardorff, Cynthia Ann

Deckard, Dakota Dale

Deer, Kylee Taryn

Deer, Michael Neil

Deere, Adina Ann

DeLodge, Lena Ruby Rhianna

DeLodge, Ruby Leigh

Digilio, Brandin Anthony

Digilio, Bryon Andrew

Downs, Camden Blake

Downs, Cayden James

Dragoo, Micah Lashaun D.

Edwards, Kenneth Lee

Ellis, Austin Chase

Ellis, Jeremy Michael

Ellis, Jessica Lyn

Ellis, Leroy

Emmons, Brian Ross

Engledowl, Jasey Belle

Fenner, Kayana Isabelle

Ferrell, Ethan Shawn

Fixico, Stephen Anthony

Floyd, Jane Elizabeth

Foreman, Joshua Daniel

Foreman, Richard Eli

Frazier, Devon Leanne

Geissler, Stephanie Dayle

Gibson Jr., Ronald Lewis

Gibson, Kylakay Virginia

Gibson, Paige Nycole

Gibson, Paul Brian

Gillihan, Dezirea Kristyne

Gilman, Juanita

Gomez, Wilma Sue

Goodman, Blake Samuel

Granstrom, Gayla Sue

Grass, Avis Elaine

Grass, Wayne

Gravel, Olivia Jane

Hale, Taliyah Marie

Haley, Sasha Mae

Hall, Matteson Roi

Ham, Jerred Mace

Ham, Rhonda Juliene

Harder, Ruth Ellen

Harjo, Benjamin Ray

Harper, Pauline Aileen S.

Hartfield, Jazlynn Shae

Harvey, Hally Marie

Hayes, Donna Kay Elkins

Hayes, Jocelyn Cynthia Lorene

Hernandez, Erica Ann

Herrera, Robert Manuel

Hibdon, Kendra Nicole

Hilderbrand, Amy Beth

Hill, Stephen Allen

Hood III, Warren Weslyon

Hood, Dakota Zane

Hood, Moria Oloizia

Hunter, Audrey Della

Huntington, Bradford Paul

Hurst, Joseph Douglas Skinner

Ibarra, Angel Antonio

Irvin, Nathaniel Konrad

Jimerson Jr., Robert

Jobe, Alexa Lee

Johnson Jr., Foster Calvin

Johnson Jr., Mark Benjamin

Johnson, Cleta Joyce Blanchard

Johnson, Cooper Allen

Johnson, Grayling Wade

Johnson, Henry Kirby

Johnson, Jacob Jordan

Johnson, Marc Anthony

Johnson, Mark Benjamin

Johnson, Michael Jeremy

Johnson, Pauline Virginia

Johnson, Rahstin Allyn Sabbestiun

Johnson, Sandra Kay

Johnson, Tiffany Sheri

Johnston, Diana Sue Alford

Jones III, Timothy Dale

Jones, Willie Lee

Judkins, Ashley Ann

Keith, Andy Ronin

Kelly, Ryan Michael

Kennedy, Kade Andrew

Kickapoo, Derek Anthony

Kirby, Gage Robert

Kitchen, Amber Elisabeth

Knight, Natalie Jean

Krackenberger, Sharon Lea

Krejci, Ronald Dylan

Kupczynski, Joseph Martin

Lalehparvaran, Ali Jordan

Laplant, Scotty Alan

Lasarge, Amos Dewayne

Lavell, Jade Daniel

Leath, Mary Loyse

Lehman, Joenita Leigh

Lena-Tiger, Camille Dawn

Lewis, Elain Kay

Lewis, Pamela Lynn

Limbaugh, Jodi Kathleen

Little Axe Eckles, Debra Lynn

Little Axe Sr., Danny

Little Axe, Ronald Dean

Little Charley Jr., Scott

Little Creek, Larry Dwight

Littlebear, Brooklyn Shay

Littlebear, Grant Edwin

Littlebear, Laura Jan

Littlecreek, Cynthia Marie

Littlehead, Gary Lynn

Longhorn, Lindsey Marie

Longhorn, Nathan Neil

Lowe, Kara Michelle

Lowe, Taylor Makayla

Lumpmouth, Wynona Lee

Maddux, Jonathan Webster Tiger

Mahardy, Jeffery Andrew

Mann, Colby Lee Richard

Markwardt, Ethan Thomas

Marshall, Denia Kay

Martinez, Erica Inez

Martinez, Hayden Loa

Martinez, Jasmine Consuelo

Martinez, Shawnee Danielle

Masquas, Cora Irene

Masquas, Elysia Rose

Masquas, Joshiah Lee

May, Gina Lanette

McDaniel, Kelsey Layne

McDoulett, John William

McDowell, Farrell Ramon

McKane, Sidna Rae Lenee

McKinney, Ellen Marie

Medina, Elizabeth Ruth Ann

Medina, Trinity Lynn Tiger

Melton, Jaycie Taylor

Miller, Cari Denise

Miner, Veda Jorene

Minesinger, Joshua Brooker

Minesinger, Seth Wildcat

Mitchell, Benito Miquel Travis

Mohawk, Cherokee Cheyenne

Molina Jr., Charles B.

Moore, Alexia Saranda

Moore, Thomas Joseph William Randall

Morton, Joseph Ohland

Mount, Glenda Dawn

Murdock Jr., Steven Alan

Murdock Sr., Steven Alan

Musick, Michael Thomas

Nail, Gregory Thomas

Neely, Ethan Ray

Novick, River Elaine-Monique

Odell, Ronnie Lynn

Owens, Beau Wesley Laine

Owings, Abigail Rose

Panther-Davis, Tammie Rae

Panther, Lydia Denise

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Panther, Shawn Dell

Parker, John Wendall Gage

Perez, Tesla Nichole

Perkins, Miranda Deann

Perry, Georgia Grace

Perry, Sierra Breanna

Peter, Kalina Nicole

Pine, Jeremiah Andrew

Ponce, Aisaiah Anthony Oscar

Pyrch, Jesse Kellen

Quraishi, Ibraheem Bin Khalil

Raisbeck Jr., David Nathaniel

Raisbeck, Samantha Storm

Raisbeck, Samuel Walter

Ramirez III, Florentino

Ramirez, Mariah Fay-Ann

Ramirez, Matias Noah

Reyes, Isabel Fe

Richey, Kodi Rae Jolynn

Ridenour, Sydney Bree

Rigg, DeeAnn Onahwag

Riley, Hulbutta Kotcha

Robbins, Blake Anthony

Robbins, Taylar Paige

Robison, Ariana Michelle

Rolette, Cheryl Lynn

Rolette, Madison Fox Grant

Rolette, Madison Joy

Rowan, Damian Eugene

Runsabove, Honor Mae

Sams, Christine Lorraine

Sanchez, Kianna Paola

Seber, Peyton Eddie

Serena, Laveda

Shawnee, LaNayah JaN’aee

Sheets, Angela Christy

Simpson, Christian Jacob

Simpson, Cody Lee

Slate, Patricia Ann

Slayton, Brooke Danielle

Sloat, Douglas James

Sloat, Meika Ladon

Sloat, Newton D

Smith, Cynthia Diane Daugherty

Smith, Marvin

Smith, Samuel Ryan

Smith, Zackery James

Snake, Alvin Matthew

Snake, Julia DeAnn

Snake, Kenneth Lee

Snake, Lewis George

Snake, Stewart Lancer

Soap, Sally Clarice

Solomon, Billie Jean Tiger

Spoon, Edward Joe

Spoon, Justin Tyler

Spoon, Paisley Rennea

Spybuck, Garland Charles

Spybuck, Gavan Wayne

Spybuck, Roberta Ann

Stevenson, Jodean Ann

Stoudemire, Naviah DeAnne

Strain, Gerald Tousley

Stryker, Doyle Chad

Stryker, Laurel Brad

Sullivan, Aizah Vanesse

Sullivan, Marcus Lee

Sutton Jr., Jeremy Ray

Switch, Sabrina Lee

Switch, Sophia Michelle

Tahah, Barton Dale

Talton, Dacia Arie

Talton, Kaydince James

Taryole, Laura Lee

Tascier, Sarah Isabelle

Tello-Faz, Maria delaLuz

Terrell, Xavier Thomas Jackson

Thompson, Asher Bryce

Thorpe Jr., Edwin James

Thorpe Lena, Janice Gail

Thorpe, Edwin James

Tiger, Karman Rose Daylee

Tiger, Kevin Richard Dewayne

Tiger, Soaryn Edward Matthew

Tiger, Tammy Cindie Ladawn

Tiger, Tyler Matthew

Trussell, Sherry Lynn

Uchida, Denise Louise

Uchida, Kevin Micheal

Vaughn, Dylan Thomas

Wade, Justin Lee

Walker, Robert Stanley

Warrior, Anthony Louis

Warrior, Pamela Sue

Washington, Olvie Winston

Watkins, Destiney Shae

Watkins, Jayana Laneis

Watson, Adriana Renae

Watson, Brent Grynnel

Watson, Peyton Deshae

Wheeler, Emily Anne

Wheeler, Leah J.

Whims, Madison Mackenzie

White Thunder, Shelby Lynn

White, Christopher Alan

Whittaker, Caiden Skye

Whittaker, Joshua Jay W.

Wiley, Prince John Bowen

Wilkinson, Kaelynn Rayann

Williams, Brennan Marie

Williams, Kaylee Nicole

Williams, Kevin Bruce

Wilson Harjo, Reta Marie

Wilson, Adam Lee

Wilson, Mariana Danyel

Wilson, Melvin Wayne

Wilson, Zelma Jo

Womack, Che`le Caye

Wood, Judith A.

Wood, Ryan Ashley

Yamutewa, Chebon Dale

Happy

Birthday!

I Love You Lots,

Baby Landyn

Happy Birthday!

to my beautiful nieces

CHELE WOMACK & STEPHANIE GEISSLER

Hope you both have a wonderful day!

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WE LOVE YOU!

MARVIN & SHERRY

Happy 25th Birthday

February 3rd

Shelby Lynn White Thunder

Happy Birthday

Paige Gibson & Bart Tahah

From,

uncle marv & Aunt Sherry

Love - Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Sheldon,

Shelsie, Bryson, “Mowgli”, “Hambuga” and the

rest of the Family.

HAPPY

BIRTHDAY!

MARV

We Love You,

Sherry, Jordan,

Jake, & China

HAPPY

BIRTHDAY

JANICE

LENA!

From Marvin & Sherry

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Joshua Foreman

Eat Lots of Cake!

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Thanks to all who

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cardboard and over a ton of

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million Btu’s of energy, 7,000 gallons of water,

60 pounds of air pollutants, 17 trees, and over

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DAY!

57 cubic yards of landfill space.

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can make 2017 an

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our resources. Thank

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Kantynn, Kanynn & LynnLei Kaseca

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Granny & Grandpa

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Chrissy Wiens

Physical Activities Specialist

Buster Bread

Fitness Manager

Brandon Goodman

Fitness Technician

The AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center provides state of the art fitness equipment to help you reach your fitness

goals. The AST Fitness Center is available to AST Diabetes Program patients, all Native Americans and their household

family members, and the AST employees. Our goal is to provide appropriate and educational fitness training to all AST

diabetes patients while promoting a safe, fun, and positive experience. Take some time to come by and visit the Diabetes and

Wellness Fitness Center today! For more information, please contact Buster Bread or Chrissy Wiens at (405) 364-7298.

McKenna Watson

Fitness Technician

AST Diabetes and Wellness Program

The goal of the diabetes and wellness program is to provide a supportive resource to tribal members who are currently diagnosed

with diabetes, or at risk and seeking information and/or support for diabetes and personal health. The program will offer guidance

on healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercise tips including workout classes with our two certified trainers, and keys

to reducing stress.

The AST Resource Center fitness room hours are:

Monday-Friday

6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday

9:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday

CLOSED

For more information on the many exciting opportunities available for our tribal community please call our clinic at 405-7017977 or visit our website at www.asthealth.org (Then navigate to our Diabetes and Wellness section under the services section.)

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

Zumba Fitness

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Strength Circuit

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

Strength Circuit

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Zumba Fitness

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Core ‘N More

12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.

Chrissy Wiens

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Tabata Interval

2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Buster Bread

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Strength Circuit

5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Buster Bread

Little Axe Resource Center

“Core ‘N More”- Core training mixed with strength and aerobic

exercises to improve total body strength.

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 pre-determined training stations.

“Cardio Kickboxing”- Aerobic training using kickboxing

techniques to engage and strengthen the cardiovascular system.

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“Tabata Interval”- A time-efficient aerobic training system aimed at

burning calories and improving cardiovascular fitness.

PHILLIP S. ELLIS FOR OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

To my fellow tribal members,

My name is Phillip S. Ellis and I’m

running for the Office of the Governor

for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of

Indians of Oklahoma.

I was born November 28, 1962 as

the first born son to Aileen (Little

Axe) Ellis and Russell Ellis. My

maternal grandparents were Frank

and Edna Little Axe and my paternal

grandparents were Charles and

Joyce Ellis. I was raised in Shawnee,

Oklahoma and I’ve been married for 23 years with one daughter, Kimberly

(Absentee Shawnee). I served in the United States Marine Corps and was

honorably discharged. I hold a BS from Arizona State University and an

MS from the University of Tulsa. My past professional work experience

has primarily been in public accounting (both audit and tax) and with

Native American governments (both administration and accounting). I

was recently approved to take the CPA examination in Oklahoma by the

Oklahoma Board of Accountancy; which I intend to complete within 18

months. Personally, to stay in shape and active I practice free style martial

arts and occasionally play golf. I’m a member of the First Indian Baptist

Church of Cushing.

Since August 2016, I’ve been employed by our Tribe working as a Financial

Analyst in the Finance Department. Working for our Tribe has been both

rewarding and given me the opportunity to take an active role in participating

in our Tribe. But more importantly, it’s allowed me to recognize the needs,

challenges, and problems facing us both from an internal and external

standpoint. For example, how do we as a group save, protect, and

promote our culture and our language? Or where do we as a group stand

in providing for our health care needs now and in the future? How do

we fund our ever growing financial needs? Or how do we improve the

collaboration and communication among our programs and departments

to better deliver services to ourselves? How are we going to adjust to

the changes that are sure to come under President Trump? The needs,

challenges, and problems are too many to list.

I strongly feel that I have the background, ability, and leadership style to

work in a collaborative effort to lead our Tribe going forward. Moreover,

I can work with a variety of people and organizations, both internally

and externally, and understands the complexities of the 21st century

while appreciating the unique culture that we possess. I will, and expect

those around me, to work within boundaries of the Constitution of the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma and any applicable law

that governs us. While at the same time taking advantage of preferences

afforded us under law as a Tribe to further the goals and objectives of our

Tribe.

Can I do it alone? No; I need you. I need your input and ideas. We,

as a people, need you and your input and ideas. Over the coming weeks

I’d like to meet as many of you as possible in person and get to know you,

and you get to know me. I’d like for you to hear my ideas. For those of

you may not be able to meet me in person I’m on Facebook, LinkedIn, or

just sent me an e-mail. Phillie28@hotmail.com. I’d love to hear from you.

Warm regards,

Phillip S. Ellis

ATHEDA W. FLETCHER FOR TRIBAL SECRETARY

Dear Absentee Tribal Members:

My name is Atheda W. Fletcher and I am

soliciting your support in my pursuit of the position

of Tribal Secretary. I decided to seek this office

because I realize that our Tribe has come to a critical

crossroad. It is the time for us to join together to

ensure our Tribe remains viable, successful and

above all, works together to determine how we want

to achieve goals that will secure our Tribal’s future.

My goal is to work diligently with our Tribal leaders

to provide all of our Tribal Members more services

and secure the future for our Tribal children and

elders. Never has it been more important to elect a

person who can represent your voice; someone who

is willing to act in the Tribe’s best interest and bring

a higher level of cooperation and management to

the forefront. I believe that I am capable of meeting the challenge and I look forward to

the work ahead.

A bit of history, my mother is an Absentee Tribal Member and her name is Martha

Ellis Edwards. She is the daughter of Sargent Ellis and Anna Bullfrog. My mother

and father honored tribal traditional, but realized that their children needed the ability

to navigate both worlds; therefore, we were encouraged to seek higher education and

training, and we did. My brothers, John Edwards, Lee Edwards and Glen Edwards, were

strong supporters of our Tribe and served in various capacities.

My credentials include a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the

University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma where I was successful in

maintaining a high level GPA and a place on the President’s and Dean’s Honor Rolls. I

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was also given the Multicultural Student Services Certificate

of Academic Excellence. I give credit to the Absentee Tribe’s

Education Program for providing me with assistance in my

educational pursuit. Without this assistance, I may not have

been able to complete my education. It is this type service

as well as others that I want to help preserve for our Tribal

Members. I stand now to share my experience and skills with

the Tribe.

My most recent professional experience included working

for a Fortune 100 corporation for over ten years where I

managed a multimillion dollar program and other high-level,

high-value programs. My skill set well equips me with the

ability to successfully manage the various programs that are

the responsibility of the Tribal Secretary.

I joined the Thunderbird Entertainment Centers’ Board

of Directors one year ago, and I am learning through this

experience just how important it is to be proactive in the

protection of our Tribal assets.

If elected, I will work diligent with tribal leaders to ensure

that the Tribe realizes maximum benefit from our assets. I

am committed to work solely in the best interest of the Tribe.

My goal is to support and work closely with our current and

hopefully future governor, Edwina Butler-Wolf. I know that

Edwina and I will make it our top priority to build a stronger

and more prosperous Tribe.

I ask that you cast your vote for me in March, 2017.

Atheda W. Fletcher

JOHN SOAP FOR OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

Hello Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members, My name is John Soap and I am a candidate for the office of

Governor of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. To let you all know more about me, I am the grandson of William

Lee Wilson and the great-grandson of Harry Aaron Wilson (Uck-ko-duh-stuc) and Gertrude Elephant Wilson

(Nah-she-wah-bah-mah). I was born in Shawnee at Mission Hill Hospital just across the street from our tribal

complex. I started my childhood here in Johnson, Oklahoma going to school at North Rock Creek and Earlsboro

kindergarten thru 2nd grade. In the third grade I was going to school at Acme when my parents divorced. My

mother moved to Oklahoma City and my father moved to Houston Texas. Later my mother moved to Tulsa and

I spent most of my elementary school years at Concho Indian School but I did go to school in Houston, OKC,

and Tulsa because sometimes I would rather be with my parents and I would go home to be with them for half

a semester or so. I went to Sequoyah High School in Tahlequah and graduated in 1984.

After I graduated from Sequoyah I got married and started a family in Dallas, Texas. I lived in Dallas working for myself as a tile contractor. I always

wanted to come back to Shawnee from the day my parents’ divorce was final when I was 8 years old. So I came back in 1996 and got a job right away

working on the new cancer center at the then Shawnee Regional Hospital doing the tile work. I applied for Absentee Shawnee housing and was approved

for a Mutual help home. My sons and I moved in November 1999. The AST Housing provided me my first stable home in my life, I am forever grateful. In

2005 I enrolled into Seminole State College, received my associates degree in 2007, went on to East Central University and received my bachelor’s degree

in 2009, and then went on to Langston University and received my Master’s degree in 2013. The Absentee Shawnee Education Program assisted me all the

way through my college education, I am forever grateful. I am fortunate to be able to give my Absentee Shawnee tribe a return on their investment. With

the help of the Absentee Shawnee Health Systems, I am now a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and most importantly, I am a billable provider for

our clinic.

So as you can see the Absentee Shawnee tribe has helped me in the most positive way in my life and career. I love my tribe and I am very thankful for

my tribe. With that said, I do not want to run a negative campaign. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is a great tribe and we can even get better. We can do

that with Teamwork in Leadership!!!

Here is a snapshot at my resume.

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School Board member Shawnee Public Schools 2015-present.

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Outpatient Therapist LPC,CRC Absentee Shawnee Tribe 2014-present

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Director of Vocational Rehabilitation Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Feb. 2014-June 2014

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Delaware Nation 2011 -2014

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 2010-2011

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Self-employed Tile and Marble installer 1984-2010

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Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Langston University 2013

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Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from East Central University 2009

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Associate’s Degree in Behavioral Science from Seminole State College 2007

AST CAMPAIGN LETTERS

As of press time, Media department has received many campaign letters from candidates, but in Media’s communication with AST

Election Commission NONE of background checks have come back.

Also We (Media) need either Campaign letters or articles in either word or pdf file to put in newsletter, We have received one letter

from Andrew Warrior in a plain e-mail, we responded to Mr. Warrior, requesting such an file as of press time nothing was returned to

us. It is up to candidates to write and submit letters for publication. It is not Media’s responsibility to produce campaign letters.

Thank You

Sherman Tiger

AST Media Director

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baby teeth. When a cavity reaches the pulp (the nerve) inside the tooth, it enters the bloodstream

and can cause an infection.

3 – Baby teeth allow the child to develop good oral hygiene habits. It is much easier to teach a

child the right brushing and flossing habits when they are young than it is to retrain an older child

who has had bad habits for years. I do think parents should use the time before their children’s

permanent teeth come in to teach them how to take care of their teeth.

This means brushing and flossing for them. Most children are not capable of properly brushing

and flossing till age 9. This means as the parent or care taker it is your responsibility.

Congratulations Abbe!!!!

4 -Unhealthy baby teeth can cause a child to have low self-esteem. The most common place

for cavities in children is in between the front teeth. If a little boy or girl has to walk around with

brown spots on their front teeth, it can make them self-conscious and decrease their sense of selfworth.

Family of Faith Christian School

8th Grade Girls Basketball Team

OCSSA 2A STATE CHAMPIONS!

5 – They help children eat nutritious food.

We can’t stress enough the importance of taking care of your child’s baby teeth. Keep in mind that

cavities are caused by bacteria, and tooth decay is a serious disease — One of the most common

diseases in children!

Native Americans suffer from the poorest oral health of any population in the United

States, with staggering rates of untreated tooth decay among children.

This statistic is not here stay, if we have our way.

Childhood Dental Facts

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Kids in prehistoric times likely did not suffer with tooth decay. The American Dental

Association says this is because sugar was not a part of their diet.

Tooth enamel is the strongest substance in the human body

Unlike bones or other parts of the body, teeth are incapable of self-repair. This is why receiving

fillings and other dental work is necessary to protect teeth from further damage.

Tooth decay is actually classified as an infectious disease because it is caused by a particular

strain of bacteria passed between multiple people.

Tooth decay remains the most common chronic disease among children ages 5-17 with 59%

affected and an even higher percentage in Native American Children.

It’s All About The Baby Teeth

Join us in our quest to ensure every child has a

For more information or to make your child an appointment, please contact the Little Axe Health

Center’s Dental Clinic at (405) 447-0300, Ext. 7964 because there’s no time like the present to

make a child smile.

A common misconception among parents is that the baby teeth are “practice teeth” and therefore are not

important. To be honest, if your child has a lot of cavities or ends up losing their baby teeth early, this

can affect their permanent teeth.

1 – The baby teeth are placeholders for the permanent teeth. The body naturally loses baby

teeth in a certain order to allow enough room for the permanent teeth to come in. If the teeth fall

out earlier, you disrupt this order and there may not be enough room for the permanent teeth.

2 - Cavities in baby teeth can cause infections that can harm your child and damage the

developing permanent teeth. If the baby teeth are damaged, the damage isn’t isolated to the

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTTMENT

ATTENTION PARENTS:

FEBRUARY IS TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

What is teen dating abuse?

Teen dating abuse describes actual or threatened acts of physical, sexual, psychological, and verbal harm by a partner, boyfriend, girlfriend or someone wanting a

romantic relationship. It includes violence between two young people in a current or former relationship and can occur among heterosexual or same-gender couples.

It can also include using the internet, social networking sites, cell phones, or text messaging to harass, pressure, or victimize.

Conversation Starters:

Talking about teen dating violence to the youth in your life is vital. These conversations can begin in middle school.

What makes a healthy relationship?

What do you want in a relationship?

What are the relationships like that you have witnessed at school or among friends?

Have you witnessed any acts of violence?

Have you seen someone using Facebook or text messages to insult, monitor, or control any of your friends?

What would you do if you witnessed or experienced dating violence?

How could you help someone in an abusive relationship?

What is a healthy relationship?

Why is respect important to having a healthy relationship?

5 Facts about Teen Dating Violence

1. Roughly 72% of eighth and ninth graders are in a dating relationship.

2. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, an estimated 1 in 3 high school relationships involve some sort of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.

3. Each year nearly 1.5 million high school students in the United States experience physical abuse from a dating partner.

4. Approximately two-thirds of teens in an abusive relationship never tell anyone about the abuse.

5. Nearly 4 out of 5 girls who have been physically abused continue to date their abuser.

ARE YOU OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT IS GOING OUT WITH A PERSON WHO…

• is jealous, possessive, checks up on you or won’t accept breaking up?

• tries to control you by being bossy, making all the decisions, has to have it his/her way all the time?

• screams, yells, puts you down in front of your friends, tells you that you are stupid or ugly?

• scares you, makes you wonder if you have done something wrong to make him/her react like this?

• is violent, grabs, hits, pushes, or shoves you?

• pressures you for sex or tries to force you into having sex?

• has a history of bad relationships and blames the other person?

• abuses alcohol or drugs and pressures you to take them as well?

• keeps you from seeing or talking with family and friends?

Early warning signs that your relationship may eventually become abusive:

• Extreme jealousy

• Blames others for his problems or feelings

• Controlling behavior

• Cruel to animals or children

• Quick involvement

• Verbally abusive

• Unpredictable mood swings

• Uses force during an argument

• Alcohol and drug use

• Abused former partners

• Explosive anger

• Threatens violence

• Isolates you from friends and family

For more information please contact the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Department. If you or someone you know says “yes” to ANY of the above or

if you have any questions you may contact someone at 405-273-2888 for help.

You can also visit:

www.stayteen.org

www.breakthecycle.org

www.teendvmonth.org

www.datingabusestopshere.com

www.dosomething.org

GET INVOLVED

Wear Orange on February 14, 2017 to show support for teen dating violence Awareness Month. You can wear orange shirts, nail polish, ribbons, jewelry, shoes or

anything else you can think of! Tell people why you are wearing orange.

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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Cyber Security

Cyber Security: We may not realize that our actions online might put us, our families, and even our country at risk. Learning about the dangers online and taking

action to protect ourselves is the first step in making the Internet a safer place for everyone. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and we each have a role to play.

Cybersecurity involves preventing, detecting, and responding to cyber incidents. Unlike physical threats that prompt immediate action–like stop, drop, and roll in

the event of a fire–cyber threats are often difficult to identify and comprehend. Among these dangers are viruses erasing entire computer systems, intruders breaking

into computer systems and altering files, intruders using your computer or device to harm others, or intruders stealing confidential information. The range of cyber

risks is limitless. Threats, some more serious and sophisticated than others, can have wide-ranging effects on the individual, community, organizational, and national

level. These risks include:

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Organized cybercrime, state-sponsored hackers, and cyber espionage can pose national security risks to our country.

Transportation, power, and other services may be disrupted by large scale cyber incidents. The extent of the disruption is highly uncertain as it will be

determined by many unknown factors such as the target and size of the incident.

Vulnerability to data breach and loss increases if an organization’s network is compromised. Information about a company, its employees, and its customers

could be at risk.

Individually-owned devices such as computers, tablets, mobile phones, and gaming systems that connect to the Internet are vulnerable to intrusion. Personal

information may be at risk without proper security.

Before A Cyber Incident

You can increase your chances of avoiding cyber risks by setting up the proper controls. The following are things you can do to protect yourself, your family, and your

property before a cyber incident occurs.

Only connect to the Internet over secure, password- protected networks.

Do not click on links or pop-ups, open attachments, or respond to emails from strangers.

Always enter a URL by hand instead of following links if you are unsure of the sender.

Do not respond to online requests for Personally Identifiable Information (PII); most organizations – banks, universities, companies, etc. – do not ask for your

personal information over the Internet.

Limit who you are sharing information with by reviewing the privacy settings on your social media accounts.

Trust your gut; if you think an offer is too good to be true, then it probably is.

Password protect all devices that connect to the Internet and user accounts.

Do not use the same password twice; choose a password that means something to you and you only; change your passwords on a regular basis.

During a Cyber Incident: Immediate actions: Check to make sure the software on all of your systems is up-to-date.

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Run a scan to make sure your system is not infected or acting suspiciously.

If you find a problem, disconnect your device from the Internet and perform a full system restore.

Report the incident. Local Police or federal agencies may be able to provide assistance and investigate the incident

At Home

Disconnect your device (computer, gaming system, tablet, etc.) from the Internet. By removing the Internet connection, you prevent malicious actors from being able

to access your computer and perform tasks such as locating personal data, manipulating or deleting files, or using your device to harm others.

If you have anti-virus software installed on your computer, update the virus definitions (if possible), and perform a manual scan of your entire system. Install all of the

appropriate patches to fix known vulnerabilities.

After A Cyber Incident

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File a report with the local police so there is an official record of the incident.

Report online crime or fraud to your local United States Secret Service (USSS) Electronic Crimes Task Force or the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

Report identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission.

If your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) was compromised, consider other information that may be at risk. Depending what information was stolen,

you may need to contact other agencies; for example, if someone has gained access to your Social Security number, contact the Social Security Administration.

You should also contact the Department of Motor Vehicles if your driver’s license or car registration has been stolen.

Resources for further information: A few agencies are, Dept. of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, US Secret Service Electronic Crime Task Force,

DHS Stop.Think.Connect Campaign, Dept. of Justice, Internet Crime Complaint Center

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Free FEMA Cell phone app: WEATHER THE STORM – Download to receive Weather Alerts, Safety Tips, Shelter Information, and Photos. Available in Apple App

Store and Google Play http://www.fema.gov/mobile-app

Contact information:

Emergency Management Coordinator can be reached at the Tribal Police Department 405-275-3200, cell phone number 405-740-1562, and at this email address:

lday@astribe.com

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Birthday & Graduation Dance

In Honor Of

Shelsie Mae White Thunder

“HiKiWiNiKis” “Nakomenoh”

April 15, 2017

Thunderbird Casino Event Center

(Norman, OK)

Gourd Dance @ 3pm

Supper Break @ 5pm

Dance to Follow

HEAD STAFF

MC: Eugene “Hammer” Blackbear Jr

HS: Charles “Neka” Logan

HMD: Deion Henry

HLD: Courtney Cozad Plumley

Honored Grandparent’s: Kenneth and Serena Daugherty

Honored College Graduate: Devin Leitka (HINU)

Honored High School Graduate: Macklyn Leitka (LAHS)

Co-Host: Comanche Little Ponies

AD’s: John Soap and Billy Youngbird

Special Contest

Woman’s 18 & UP Buckskin and Cloth Combined

1st $300 2nd $200 3rd $100

2 Consolation Places of $50 each

In Honor of Shelsie Mae White Thunder

Men’s 18 & UP Grass and Chicken Combined

WINNER TAKE ALL

In Honor of Devin and Macklyn Leitka

For More Information Please Contact Sandra Blanchard @ 405-432-9595 or

Shelby White Thunder @ 405-317-2496

***Family is NOT responsible for ANY thefts or accidents. NO drugs or alcohol allowed***

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Exercise and Diabetes

Aerobic exercise is a great way to help control type 2 diabetes. Yet, you may not be reaping

all the positive benefits of an effective type 2 diabetes exercise plan using just aerobic

exercise. Aerobic exercise is terrific though— it can improve heart health and lower your risk

for heart attack or stroke. However, strengthening your muscles is another important part

of staying healthy when you have type 2 diabetes.

When you exercise with weights or

other forms of resistance, it can be

especially helpful for controlling your

blood sugar. Resistance training also

helps human skeletal muscles to

become more sensitive to the body’s

natural insulin. As you begin to

develop more skeletal muscle your

blood sugar levels may become less

elevated. More muscle tissue may lead

to greater glucose uptake and

increased insulin sensitivity!

Resistance Training for Diabetes

When you perform strength exercises

that target large muscle groups, your

body uses glucose from your

bloodstream to energize them. This

helps clear out excess sugar from your

system. Developed muscles also store

excess glucose more effectively, and

that helps regulate blood sugar, even

when you’re at rest.

According to the Centers for Disease

Control and Prevention (CDC),

strength training also helps build

stronger bones. Strength training

promotes weight loss — an important

goal for many with type 2 diabetes —

because the more muscles you have, the more calories you burn.

Keep in mind that strength training is just one part of a well-rounded fitness program. In

addition to strength training twice a week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human

Services recommends that adults also get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity

aerobic exercise, such as walking, jogging, swimming, or cycling, each week.

While both aerobics and strength training are helpful when you have diabetes, a long-term

program of both produces the greatest health benefits for blood glucose management and

weight loss.

Information provided by the AST Diabetes and Wellness/Fitness Program and www.everydayhealth.com

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ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBERS

APPLYING FOR TRIBAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE (T.E.A)

(A ONE TIME YEARLY PAYMENT OF $150.00, PER RESIDENCE)

ELIGIBILITY

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SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

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CDIB CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

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CURRENT 30 DAYS INCOME VERIFICATION (I.E. CHECK STUB, SOCIAL SECURITY,

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The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide

emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and

throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by

offering educational information and referrals.

Transitional Housing

The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual

Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a

new life.

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Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and

appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders.

Shelter Placement Assistance

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within

Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for

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emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility

assistance.

Referral Assistance

Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services

outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program.

LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK.

Do you have any questions? Please feel free to contact the AST Tax Commission office at (405)2754030, option 6. WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM

Community Outreach

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings,

informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal

and Non-Tribal communities.

For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.

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Little Axe Chamber of Commerce

Hosting Forum, “Meet the Candidates for Ward 5”

Hosting the Forum will be Little Axe Chamber of Commerce Members

Moderator: President, Michael Ridgeway

Where: Norman Community Center 1000 168th Ave. NE Norman, OK

What Day: February 2, 2017

Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30

Refreshments will be provided by Chamber

Community Center Facility Phone Nr: 405-292-9770

Candidates: Sereta Wilson, Phillip Hillian & Incumbent James Chapel are running for Ward 5

There was a Candidate Forum on Thursday Jan. 19, 2017 by 21st Century Senior Group the first forum. A Second candidate forum hosted

by the League of Women Votes is scheduled for Jan. 30 and the third and final candidate forum hosted by The Transcript is scheduled for Feb.

8, 2017 at 6 pm. But those forums will be for all Wards that are having Elections which is Ward 1, 3, 5 & 7. So our forum will be to address

the three candidates that are running for Ward 5 which encompasses Lake Thunderbird area, Little Axe Schools and the surrounding rural

communities.

What do you think are the most important concerns of the residents of Ward 5? How can the City of Norman address those concerns? The

following six (6) questions will be asked of the three candidates:

1. Getting information to and from residents of far east Norman is a challenge. The Norman Transcript is generally not delivered to

homes out here. Cox Cable is not available, and there are a significant number of homes that still do not subscribe to Internet service.

What would you do to keep these constituents informed, and how would you solicit input from them?

2. What do you think about periodically holding City Council meetings or study sessions somewhere other than the Council Chambers,

such as in various wards?

3. The Little Axe community is a checkerboard of Native American jurisdiction. Are there ways in the City could do a better job of

reaching out to cooperate and create government-to-government partnerships with sovereign entities such as the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe and the Citizen Potawatomi Nation?

4. The City of Norman is currently working on a Comprehensive Plan to guide its future growth. In the December draft objectives, the

City commits to partnership with Norman Public Schools, Moore Norman Career Tech, and the University of Oklahoma. Do you

think the City should add a commitment to partner with Little Axe Public Schools? Why or why not?

5. The City has been struggling to find a solution to stormwater management. A recent proposal to create a stormwater utility was voted

down, 71 percent against and 29 percent in favor. In Ward 5, there was considerable opposition, in part because rural residents would

have been required to pay large fees for their gravel driveways, while residents in city neighborhoods would pay an average of less

than $6 per month. The City’s leaders stress that the problems of erosion, chemicals washing off of yards, and the silting and pollution

of Lake Thunderbird will need to be solved soon. What do you see as possible solutions that you would support? How would you sell

those solutions to the citizens of Ward 5?

6. There may be times when your personal opinion on an issue differs from the opinion of a majority of your constituents. How will you

handle that when it comes time for the Council to vote?

So if you live in Little Axe and concerned with the fact the City of Norman often makes plans that doesn’t really take into consideration

whether or not is beneficial to Ward 5. Plan on coming and asking some questions of your own.

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Office of Environmental Health

Brownfield Response Progra m

What is a Brownfield?

The EPA defines a brownfield site as

“...real property, the expansion,

redevelopment, or reuse of which may

be complicated by the presence or

potential presence of hazardous

substances, pollutants, contaminants,

controlled substances, petroleum or

petroleum products, or is mine-scarred

land.”

Do you possibly have a Brownfield

site on your land?

Typical Brownfield Sites Include:

 Abandoned Factories/Buildings/Homes

 Burned Homes

 Buried Dump Sites

 Open Dump Sites

 A Large Amount of Tires

If it’s possible that you have a

Brownfield site on your property, or if

you know of a possible Brownfield

site, please contact:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Brownfield Response Program

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

( 405) 214-4235

AST.Environmental.Programs@astribe.com

 Former Cattle Dip Pit Sites

 Barrels of Unknown Substances

 Old Service Stations

 Oil Storage Facilities

 Oil/Gas Well Sites

Follow us on Facebook to view and comment

on current and upcoming projects

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ast.environmental.programs

 Old Dry Cleaning Businesses

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COMMUNITY MARKET OPENED

The Community Market of Pottawatomie County is a food Bank in

Pottawatomie County. It is a Food Resource Center that operates in

cooperation with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma to serve the people of

Pottawatomie County. They also partner with other food pantries, community,

civic, and faith-based organizations. This food pantry allows clients to choose

the foods they want so that they take only what they need – making more

efficient use of food resources. The center also stocks a variety of food,

including fresh fruits and vegetables, and will connect clients with other social

services in the community, such as healthy cooking classes.

THE COMMUNTIY MARKET HAS EXPANDED HOURS OF

OPERATION TO BETTER SERVE HUNGRY RESIDENTS IN GROCERYSTORE LIKE SETTING. HOURS OF OPERATION ARE MONDAY 12:30

TO 5:30 P.M.; TUESDAY FROM 10:00 A.M.; WEDNESDAY FROM 10:00

A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. AND FRIDAY FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.

According to AARP’S Oklahoma Hunger Survey, nearly

half (47%) of adults in Pottawatomie County have

someone in their household who has struggled with

hunger, and two thirds (66%) say someone close to them

had inconsistent access to food.

LOCATION: 120 S. CENTER (SHAWNEE)

405-788-4957

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C O N T R A C T H E A LT H S E R V I C E S N E W S

The AST Contract Health Services

Team is here to assist you.

Please follow the CHS guidelines.

Keep a copy on hand

and update your information.

EMERGENCY AND URGENT

CARE SERVICES

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member 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 CHS 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 CHS within 72 hours, your bills will not

be paid.

3. For AST members 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 members 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 CHS. You may leave bills

at the Little Axe Health Center CHS office or the

Shawnee Clinic CHS office.

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITH INSURANCE

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITHOUT INSURANCE

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who

resides in the defined catchment area and does not

have insurance.

1. To complete existing CHS 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. CHS 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 members, to become established

for CHS 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 CHS 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 CHS 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 CHS. You may leave bills at

the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS

Contract Health Services is conveniently

located in Little Axe Health Center and in

Shawnee Clinic, Building 16.

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 CHS 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 members, to become established

for CHS 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 CHS.

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 CHS. 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, CHS Coordinator

Darla Gatzman, CH Technician

Chelle Foreman, Medical Claims Examiner

Lena Carol, CH Technician

Brenda White-Valdez, CH Technician

Debi Sloat, CHS Coordinator/RN

Sharon Littlecreek, Patient Care Manager/LPN

Jayne Werst, CH Specialist, Medicaid Patients

Kelly Armstrong, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Dana Medina, CH Technician

Melinda Ferrell, PBA, Dental Referrals

Flo Mann, CH Specialist, AST Patients/LPN

Laurie Webber, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Carrie Stanley, CH Specialist, Medicaid patients/

Medical Assistant

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER CHS

SHAWNEE CLINIC CHS

405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)

405.447.0300 (Secondary)

405.878.5850 (Primary)

405.878.4702 (Secondary)

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HEALTH SYSTEM

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational

Rehabilitation Program

“ S e e t h e Pe r s o n N o t t h e D i s a b i l i t y ”

History:

The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational services to American Indians since 1994, and transition services to students since 2009. Our goal

is to develop and provide specialized services to American Indian students with a disability. We

want to help these students that are making a transition from high school to work or who are

seeking post-secondary education.

Services Than Can Be Provided:

Depending on an individual’s needs and goals, will determine which services are best for you.

However, some services that we can provide include testing fees such as SATs & ACTs, assistive

devices, evaluations, and various other services.

Qualifications:

Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school,

and must reside in one of the seven counties served by the Iowa Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You must also provide documentation of your disability and this can include a

doctor’s statement or the IEP or 504 plan from your school.

Counties We Serve:

Kay, Noble, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, and Logan

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

P.O. Box 728

Perkins, OK 74059

Contact: Christa McClellan

Phone: 405-547-5721

Toll Free: 1-888-336-4692

E-mail: cmcclellan@iowanation.org

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Sign up, stay connected.

ONLINE PATIENT PORTAL

for our Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic

Need to schedule an appointment? Ask a question? View lab results?

Now, Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic patients can connect

with their health records and care providers via our real-time, secure patient portal. Go to www.asthealth.org/patient-portal to register.

For more help, call your clinic, and we’ll walk you through it.

Install the app

on iPhone or

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real-time access

to your health

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our Foster Care Committee. If you are interested in becoming part of our

team, please send a letter to the Secretary that states your interest in

becoming a member of our Committee.

FOSTER CARE

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Currently there are three (3) openings on

the Foster Care Board. If you are interested

in serving on the board, send your letter of

interest to Secretary Dawsey at the Tribal

Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee,

OK 73801.

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405-878-4702 (ext. 133)

social problems. The story of Native

American people is a complicated

one marked by significant trauma

and atrocities. Often times this

trauma consisted of the removal

of abuse which happened to

these young and vulnerable children in many of these schools resulted in

overwhelming intergenerational trauma and unresolved grief. This trauma which

interrupted the ability to parent has led directly to the most current social

problems that plague Native American communities today including alcohol/

drug abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, sexual abuse and parenting

deficiencies. All of these problems have contributed to the break-down of

the family unit, leading to the removal of large numbers of Native American

youth from their families. The journey of healing and breaking the cycles which

have been put in place by the historical trauma experienced by generations of

Native Americans requires that the cultural identity for so long denied to these

children be returned. Native American youth have two distinct influences, that

of their family of origin and that of their caregivers. Absentee Shawnee Tribal

Foster Care is in need of homes for children that are in our child welfare system.

Your participation in being a foster parent helps to ensure that these children

have positive connections to their culture which in helps nurture a positive

sense of identification as a Native American. By being willing to do this, you

can be a valuable part of the healing journey that will help strengthen this

next generation of Absentee Shawnee children; in turn, helping those children

become the parents that their children will need them to be. Our children are

our future, what will we have our future be? Will you, as Absentee Shawnee

member, do your part if you are able?

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FOSTER PARENT, PLEASE CONTACT

JULIANN WILSON ICW/CPS/FOSTER CARE AT 275-4030, EXT. 133.

Racial disproportionality is defined as the over-or

under-representation of certain groups (e.g. racial/

ethnic, gender, age) relative to the group’s proportion

in the general population. Reports conducted in

2008 showed that, compared to other groups, Native

American children were:

•

3 times more likely to be referred to CPS

•

1.6 times more likely to be removed from their

biological homes

•

Twice as likely to remain in foster care for over

two years

•

Less likely to be adopted and more likely to be in

guardianships

•

Less likely to be reunited with their biological

parents

The sad reality is that there are not enough culturally appropriate homes for these

children, resulting in the placement of Native American children in homes that do not

share their cultural heritage or traditions. We want to place “our tribal” children in our

own homes, to do this we need tribal members to open their homes and their hearts.

Are you willing to open your heart? Are you willing to open your home?

If so, please contact Julie Wilson ICW/FC/CPS 878-4702 (ext. 133).

WHAT IS A FOSTER CARE WORKER?

Foster care caseworker training involves completing a bachelor's

degree program in social work through a college or university.

Students take courses in psychology, abnormal psychology,

sociology, economics, ethics, child welfare policies and complete a

supervised internship.

The child’s Foster Care Worker needs to be a partner with the foster

parents to ensure that each child receives the full spectrum of

services provided and/or arranged by the Department.

Some aspects of this relationship include the following:

• Sharing information on an ongoing basis regarding the

child’s individual needs, family situation and adjustment to the

foster home

• Encouraging the foster parents to participate in the total

service planning process

• Providing the foster parents the opportunity to discuss the

child’s progress and any unmet needs which they assess

• Providing the foster parent with information, support,

guidance and referrals to other professionals on the child’s

behalf

• Helping the foster family, when necessary, to identify and

obtain services for the foster child; e.g., medical, educational

• Ensuring that the foster family, on the child’s behalf, has

access to all financial resources available to the child while in

foster care.

A Foster Care Worker works in conjunction with Tribal Courts,

Tribal Law Enforcement, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and other county

services. Indian Child Welfare’s goal is to ensure the safety of our

tribal children when they placed in foster care. The homes that our

tribal children are placed in must complete Child Welfare Background

Check, OSBI Background Check, Income Verification, Home Study,

and a Physical. Our AST foster homes are licensed by our Foster

Care Committee.

Foster Care Payments are as follows:

0-5 age $14.73 day $441.97 month

6-12 age $17.12 day $513.57 month

12 and over $19.30 day $579.13 month

IN ORDER TO RECEIVE P A Y M E N T, A L L THE A B O V E

M U ST B E M E T A N D TURNED I N TO THE STATE.

O N CE PROCESSED STATE P A Y M E N T W I L L B E ISSUED .

This is just a little information on what type of work a foster care

worker performs on a daily basis. If you are interested in becoming

a foster home, please call 405-878-4030 ext. 133.

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Gov.

Lt. Gov.

Secretary

Secretary John R. Johnson ......... 6289

Alvina Barnes ............................... 6275

Jeff Gibson ................................... 6256

....................................................... 6306

Lt.Governor Isaac Gibson........... 6253

Andy Warrior .............................. 6309

Mary Billy..................................... 6267

Scott Miller (BIA Spec.) .................. 6325

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe . 6308

Twila Parker ................................ 6307

Lesa Shaw ..................................... 6269

Gia Aitkens ................................... 6263

HUMAN RESOURCES

Cheri Hardeman ................................. 6252

Elizabeth Clark .................................. 6296

Rachael Lankford .............................. 6222

Casey Adams ...................................... 6337

FINANCE

Sam Caruso ......................................... 6282

Amy Hilderbrand................................ 6250

Jenny Ware ........................................ 6279

Holly Davis ......................................... 6265

David Deer ........................................... 6320

Twyla Blanchard ................................ 6233

Jennifer Crenshaw .............................. 6228

Courtney Green .................................. 6300

Misty Griffith ..................................... 6290

Phillip Ellis .......................................... 6280

.............................................................. 6338

Sandra Burnett ................................... 6385

CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM

Edwina Butler-Wolfe .......................... 6308

(After School Program Director)

HORSE SHOE BEND

UPDATED: JUNE 7, 2016

Clinic (Bldg. 17) ............................................. 878-5850

Pharmacy ....................................................... 878-5859

Toll free ................................................1-866-742-4977

OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR.

SHAWNEE, OK 74801

ENROLLMENT

Carly Dyer ........................................... 6292

Kimberly Creek................................... 6288

ELECTION COMMISSION

Emily Longman ................................... 6271

EDUCATION

Admin Asst./Rec .................................. 6255

Tresha Spoon ....................................... 6242

(Sherman Tiger, Derek Hilderbrand)

Housing ......................................... 273-1050

Human Resources ........................ 275-1468

Indian Child Welfare................... 878-4702

Country Kitchen Restaurant ...... 366-7220

Media ............................................ 598-1279

(Billie Thompson, Briana Ponkilla)

OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE

All Nations Bank .......................... 273-0202

ASEDA.......................................... 878-6782

Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341

Brendle Corner ............................ 447-3372

Building Blocks ........................... 878-0633

OTHER EXTENSIONS

Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm.................................6294

Bldg. 1 Break Rm.................................6305

Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .......................6330

Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ..........................6311

Finance Conference Rm ......................6236

TITLE VI

Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ........6227

Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun ......................6272

Donna Butler ........................................6270

Robert Schoolfield ...............................6270

Ted Watson ..........................................6270

TERO

Jeff Gibson ...........................................6284

TAX COMMISSION / TAG

Alicia Engler.........................................6257

Shelby White ........................................6237

...............................................................6258

SOCIAL SERVICES

Annie Wilson (Director) .........................6225

Tara Battise ..........................................6225

REALTY

Cecil Wilson .........................................6246

Lea Tsotaddle .......................................6248

Colleen Butler ......................................6247

PROCUREMENT

Asaycia Clayton ...................................6291

Sheelby Thorpe ....................................6244

Kayla Ketakea ......................................6281

OEH/OEP ..................................... 214-4235

Police Dept. ................. 275-3200 / 275-3432

POLICE DEPT............... 275-3200 / 275-3432 Thunderbird Casino NRM.......... 360-9270

Brad Gaylord (Chief) ............................ 6302 Shawnee Casino ........................... 273-2679

Linda Day ............................................ 6261 Tribal Store (Little Axe).................. 364-0668

Ric Mantooth....................................... 6278

LITTLE AXE CLINIC

Jason Brinker ...................................... 6259 Clinic - Medical ............................................. 447-0300

.............................................................. 6232 After hours..................................................... 447-0498

Steven Crisp ........................................ 6278 Clinic - Dental ................................................ 307-9704

James Woolbright ............................... 6278 Diabetes .......................................................... 360-0698

Pharmacy ....................................................... 292-9530

Shawn Crowley ................................... 6276 Resource Center ............................................ 364-7298

Joseph Abbiss ...................................... 6278 (Chrissy Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman)

Jarrod Vasquez ................................... 6266 SHAWNEE CLINIC

ICW

RECEPTIONIST

Ronelle Baker ...................................... 6375

Lea Bettelyoun..................................... 4030 Julie Wilson ........................................ 6376

.............................................................. 6377

ATTORNEY

Ray Campbell ...................................... 6313 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER

Robert Komahcheet ..................... 585-8310

COURT

Kathy Brock (Court Clerk) ................ 6241 Duke Blanchard ........................... 585-3669

Courtney Hodges................................. 6260 MAINTENANCE

Kevin Kaseca ....................................... 6316

CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP

Merry Gift Shop Manager/Rec................. 6243 Reta Harjo ........................................... 6249

.............................................................. 6310 Stephen Fife ......................................... 6234

Ashley Brokeshoulder ......................... 6312 Sherri Yetter, Isaac Bettelyoun, John

.............................................................. 6340 Mann, Cecil Walker

.............................................................. 6238 Tom White, Donnie Marshall, Lance

Suhaila Newport .................................. 6245 Nanaeto, Levi Littlecreek ................... 6331

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION MIS

.............................................................. 6264 Rico Coon ............................................ 6328

Michael Berry...................................... 6303

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES

Josh Gibson ......................................... 6329

Kimberly Stephens .............................. 6277 Tom Trimble ....................................... 6327

Jackie Denny ....................................... 6326

Linda Gouge (Sexual Assault Adv) ........... 6298 OEH

Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6333 Ken Jones............................................. 8845

Taylor Wills ......................................... 6293 Jarrod Lloyd ....................................... 8844

DV Advocate........................................ 6224 Dakota Blanchard ............................... 8843

Lacey Carey ......................................... 6315 Evelyn Pablito ..................................... 8847

Lindsay Hernandez ............................. 6226 Rebecca Diven ..................................... 8848

Treasurer Leah Bates .................. 6239

Donna Longhorn .......................... 6240

Representative

Anthony Johnson ......................... 6287

Trent Norton ................................ 6335

Treas

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