# Inside This Issue... (2013) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A6d32edcf8dc73acc ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text The Absentee Shawnee N September 2013 ews Vol. 27 No. 21 Inside This Issue... Page 2-6 Executive Committee Reports Page 7 Tero Thank You Steve Colungo For 20 Years Of Service! Nee Ya Way Ne Kon Na Page 8 Horse Shoe Bend Page 9 Music Page 10 Building Blocks Page 11 Resolutions Page 16-17 July Birthdays Page 19 Cultural Preservation, Police Dept. & Behavioral Health Page 20 White Turkey Band Page 23 Spotlight Employee, OK Defense Force Team, Russell Ellis Page 25 Elders Corner Lt. Governor Ike Gibson Rep Jeff Gibson Treasurer Kathy Deere Steve Colungo Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe Page 26 Water Monitoring Sites Page 27 Title VI Menu Page 29 Constitution Revision Update Page 30 Domestic Violence Dept. Jonas Jacobs - Waynell Jimboy Andy Warrior - Steve Colungo Executive Committee Edwina Butler-Wolfe Governor Issac Gibson Lt. Governor Vera M. Dawsey Secretary Governor’s Kathy Deere Treasurer Jeffrey Gibson Representative Report Let’s begin to Build For the Future (BFF) Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe at the 07/14/2014 National Indian Gaming Well, it’s been a busy and productive month. Commission Regulatory I am definitely learning about our programs and the difficulty Review and Consultation of making needed changes. I find that it is frustrating to want to Policy meeting during the make changes that could benefit our Tribal members only to be Oklahoma Indian Gaming advised ‘that is the way we have always done it’. It is my hope that these individuals won’t continue to say ‘I’m good with the way things Association conference in are’ but instead say ‘how can we improve our program to meet the Oklahoma City. changing needs of our people?’ Of course, I also hope that they will have creative ideas on how to make that happen. We are seeing changes here at the Tribe and I want to share with you what is going on in the programs I have oversight on: Emergency Management Linda Day, Police Specialist II/Emergency Manager, worked with Maintenance and other staff and volunteers to get Brindle Corner cleaned up and cleared out and they did a wonderful job! The disaster relief items that were placed at this facility have now been given out to the Absentee Shawnee tribal tornado disaster relief victims. There were a few exceptions and I’ll discuss that with you when I get Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe and to the health area. The Emergency Management area is one we will Pottawatomie Vice Chairman Linda Capps need to expand on at some point in the near future by placing a full time person in the role of Emergency Manager and creating policies and procedures for that function. Linda Day is the contact person for this program. If she is unable to resolve your concern communicate with my office. Law Enforcement Chief Jackson and I have been working on funding priorities; interviewing and selecting new staff; and getting the Little Axe substation completed. The Lt. Governor may speak more on the substation project as his oversight is over BIA funds and maintenance. The point of contact for this program is Police Chief, Brad Jackson. If he is unable to resolve your concern communicate with my office. Building Blocks Governor Edwina It is my belief that people that are qualified for positions should Butler-Wolfe at Joe be placed in them. If not then there may be performance issues. I and Cooper Dealership our Human Resources program have been communicating over key with Salesmen/Tribal Members Ken Edwards personnel qualification needs and have been trying to ensure that directors/managers/program staff meet the qualifications cited for and Bob Surface their position. I found that the Building Blocks Director didn’t meet the required qualifications. The Human Resources department and I discussed options and she was asked to move to the Deputy Director position. She chose to quit. This choice was hers. I am 2 here to make a difference and that difference will include difficult decisions. This was one of many I am making. Currently we have placed Briana Ponkilla, who is an Absentee Shawnee tribal member who holds a bachelor’s degree, into this role on a temporary basis. We are advertising for this position to be filled at this time. It is my hope to fill it with someone who has an Early Childhood bachelors or master’s degree based on the job description and the growing needs of the program. On another note we were notified that the tribe received an Indian Community Development Block Grant for a children’s licensed day camp and year round residential commercial youth camp in the amount of $800,000. Mr. Rick Short wrote this on behalf of the tribe and is projected to meet the cost needs for Phase 1. Phase 1 will be to drill the water well and build a dining/activity hall with restrooms. Trails and activity areas will also be completed allowing for the Building Blocks children to use the camp by next summer as a day camp for recreational trips away from the Building Blocks center. There are three phases being planned. Day and youth camps may be designed as long term commercial ventures to build as long term support systems for our child development programs. These day camp experiences will be offered to our children and other child care facilities/tribes that may seek to lease the camp ground so that they may hold summer youth camps. The income generated by this contracts and agreements will help to sustain the children and youth programs – if managed and run appropriately. The unofficial facility name is Cougar Run Camp, due to a cougar being seen on the property. The point of contact for program issues will for now be, Briana Ponkilla, Building Blocks Director. If she is unable to correct and/or advise you issues related to the Daycare program then communicate with my office. Education Based on discussions with this program they will be looking at updating their policies but maintaining the same method for students to receive funding. This program has a set number of scholarship dollars that is given out annually. Ms. Spoon, the Education Director, is looking at trying to place updated scholarship information placed on the Tribe’s website Education area that may serve as a continued resource tool to students. This is a very useful item for our students who have unmet educational needs and may need funding that the tribe may not offer. At this time of year with students returning to local schools all available funding for our students is welcomed. The point of contact for this area is Tresha Spoon, Education Director. Please feel free to communicate with her and if she is unable to assist you then contact my office. Gaming In August we began to make some much needed changes within the Gaming area. We have placed Dana Deere, a J.D., under a contract with the Tribe as the Executive Director of the Gaming Commission. We have appointed the following Gaming Commissioners to the Gaming Board: I and my staff person, Lesa Shaw, attended the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association meeting in Oklahoma City this month. One of the key issues during the Tribal Consultation meeting hosted by the National Indian Gaming Association was on 1 touch Electronic Bingo. The question being posed was simple ‘Should this Bingo game be a Class II or Class III game? The answer is more complex. Class II gaming includes an electronic, computer or other technologic aid to the game of bingo that, as part of an electronically linked bingo system, assists the player by covering, without further action by the player, numbers or other designations on the player's electronic bingo card(s) when the numbers or other designations are electronically determined and electronically displayed to the player. When an electronic aid is used then it would convert a Class II bingo game into a Class III game. It is my position that the use of the one touch auto-daub feature in connection with a linked bingo game is consistent with the IGRA's definition of bingo and does not convert a Class II bingo game into a Class III facsimile. If you should have questions pertaining to the Gaming Commission you may contact Dana Deer. If you would like to speak to the Casino then you may communicate with Dillon Bird. If neither of these individuals is able to assist you, then call my office. Health The Health department has many issues. This month criminal charges were pressed against the Executive Director of Health for allegedly hoarding tornado disaster relief items in a room at the Little Axe Clinic. This individual has been placed on two to four weeks of PAID’ administrative leave by the Health Board(s). This individual last month had been cited by Indian Health Service for her work on the Disaster Relief effort. This is appalling. Here is what I am currently working on: ∙ Health Board – I will be checking on who has been appointed by the Tribe and after the bylaws are re-written we will be making Health Board appointments by tribal resolution. ∙ Health Board appointments – the term limits should be set in the new bylaws. ∙ Health Board by-laws – these will be re-written with the Executive Committee/Shareholders representative approving the changes by tribal resolution. The revision of these will keep the function of the For Profit clinic and its loans safeguarded and give the tribe their ability to have input as a sovereign nation. ∙ Clinic functions – these will be reviewed and staffing changes made after the bylaws have been revised and I have input into the processes of this system. These will be performance based changes and these individuals must meet the qualifications of that position – with no exceptions. In conclusion – I am excited every morning to come in and see what challenges and opportunities are here. I am proud to serve as your Governor and will continue to give you all that I can offer. WE, meaning you, the people of the Tribe, and I, your elected Governor, are indeed Building For the Future (BFF) now! I wish each of you good health and look forward to keeping you informed on what all we are doing here at the tribe. Lt. G overnor’s 3 Report I hope this report finds all of you in good health. I hope you have been enjoying this weather. Not bad for August! It’s been great, the temperature and the rain. We’re all glad the severe weather is over. After all this time close to a year, maybe even a little longer, we have been working on the design for construction of the parking for the substation for the Police Department. The announcement for Advertising for the bids has been in the newspaper for the past couple of weekends. There will be a pre-­‐ bid meeting the 6 th of September and then the sealed bids will be opened on the 17th of September. The Contractor has 30 days to turn in all required documents and begin work. We should start the project the middle of October. Hopefully the weather will hold out and it won’t take long to get the project completed. There may be some inconvenience for you as the actual construction begins. I’m not exactly sure; we will try not to disturb the traffic at the store and casino. But, as you know, road construction does create some inconveniences. We will try to eliminate this as much as possible. Please bear with us. Once we get the substation up and running tribal police will be readily available for those of you who live in the Little Axe area, eliminating the time you are currently having to wait when you need to service of the tribal police. There is also a tribally owned road in the Little Axe area that we intend on closing to the public. Signs will be posted in the near future indicating that the road will be closed to the public and no through at a tax workshop. Another task that I have been working on is ensuring that Absentee Shawnee tribal members who were tornado victims and AST families in need have an opportunity to receive FEMA trailers in our community. Should you have any questions regarding this service, please feel free to call my office at extension 104. Moreover, the Governor and I have been attempting to stay up to date with what is happening in the tribal health programs and making sure to attend the Health Board monthly meetings. Currently, my office is in the process of attaining bids on renovations for both the store and restaurant. July 29th, The Absentee Shawnee Tribe hosted the first meeting in our area for the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas. Oklahoma Governor Fallon’s office sent their Tribal Liaison to answer questions and hear concerns for all the tribal leaders in attendance. Also, negotiations have been established between leaders of Oklahoma City and the AST Executive Committee regarding the Atoka Pipeline. The AST Secretary’s office was represented at the Oklahoma Indian Gaming State Conference on August 12-­‐14th. Moreover, the Secretary’s office received the recent Tribal Employment Rights Office training and also attended the Tribal Business Summit this past month. My office plans to stay current on all federal, state, and local issues that affect our people as a whole. I would like to take this time to also extend my gratitude for all the support my office and I have been receiving from tribal members in the community. Each and every concern is of great importance to my office and me. I am very fortunate to have Directors and staff members who are willing to help tribal members and other community members we serve. As Governor Butler-­Wolfe requested in the August newsletter, I will request the same. If you have concerns regarding departments that I oversee, please make these concerns known first to the department directors and if a resolution is not reached to your liking, please feel free to contact my office assistant SleepyEye LaFromboise at 405.432.8085 or myself at ext. 104. Thank you, Vera Dawsey Tribal Secretary traffic will be allowed. An attorney for Cleveland County suggested that we give the residents sufficient notice, about the road closing, so they can find an alternate route prior to the road closing. Outside of these two items, finally coming together, things are running smoothly. I would like to remind everyone that when you call the tribal office for repairs to homes, driveways, whatever your need may be, requests are handled in the order by which they are received and also by priority. We try to do them in order but sometimes something comes in that is an emergency and will take precedence over other requests. We do try to assist the best we can. Respectfully, Isaac Gibson Lieutenant Governor Representative’s Report Greetings Fellow Tribal Members, I hope this month finds you all in good health. Our school kids have returned to school and everyone is back to the normal hustle and bustle of things. On that same note, there has been much going on at the tribe with all the changes that have taken place recently. With the revamping of the organizational chart, programs have been moved around somewhat and we are now able to focus more attention on specific programs needs. Cultural Preservation reports that they have been very busy during the month of August, collecting rations for North Grounds War Dance and South Grounds Arbor Dance. Both dances went very well. For the month of September, they are planning on scheduling classes in making yarn belts, moccasins, and shawls for those who would like to attend. The gift shop will be receiving their Fall inventory in the upcoming weeks which will include items such as Christmas cards and Pendletons. They have just informed me of the arrival of several new handrums. The music department is busy as well, with a record high number of students in attendance this fall, 31 to be exact. This is an exciting time for the music department, time slots are filling up fast, but as always, Phil is eager to help anyone who is interested in learning to play an instrument or take vocal lessons. Phil is planning a Student Appreciation Party for the month of October, so students be looking forward to that! In closing, I would like to say that I am happy to be serving as your Tribal Representative and if there is anything that I can do to assist you, please let me know. I have an open door policy, so please come by my office or call. Have a wonderful month! Jeff Gibson, Tribal Representative Financial Consultant’s Report Hello Tribal Members, Summer is coming to an end…. and school has started, kids are raring to hit the books. As financial consultant, I continue to assist Tribal Treasurer Kathy Deere in management support, planning, developing, organizing and evaluating the Tribe’s fiscal performance. The process incorporates an evaluation of a long-range financial budget process, budget analysis and financial reporting for insuring the Tribe’s transparency to tribal members. Secretary’s The following activities I have been involved and participated. Report Financial Reports: Reviewed monthly encumbrance for General Fund and Indirect Cost. Greetings, Once again, it is my honor to address each of you as your Tribal Bureau of Indian Affairs Self-Governance Negotiations: Attended Secretary. Though Governor Butler-­Wolfe and I have only been in office for AST annual 2014 BIA Self-Governance negotiations attended by Executive a short period of time, we have been very busy getting oriented with our Committee members, staff and Anadarko Area Office and Washington newly acquired programs and are striving to strengthen each program D.C. staff members. Discussion included AST Annual Funding agreement to meet the needs of the people. As of July 17th, the Office of the Secretary with discussions on programs and funding for 2014 program year. resides over the following departments (Directors are also listed as points COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT of contact): Absentee Shawnee Native Community Development Financial Indian Child Welfare: Summer Ackerman, Director Institutions (CDFI): Kristi Coker-Dias consultant provided technical Domestic Violence: Kimberly Stephens, Director assistance in recapping/reviewing of Native CDFI Development & CDFI as Enrollment: Larry Buckley, Director an Economic Development Driver. Kristi reviewed AST Organizational development steps and fundraising efforts to date. Development of CDFI Social Services: Annie Wilson, Director was discussed and agreed to submit an application to state of Oklahoma Title VI: Dos Owings, Director for a non-profit 501(c) 3 status, followed by development of Articles of Tero; Randy Edge, Director Incorporation and By-Laws creation. Kristi mentioned she will contact AST Tribal Store/ Country Kitchen: Paul McIntyre, Acting General Manager Oweesta staff person to develop a market analysis for AST. August 12-­‐15th, as Secretary, I represented the tribe alongside Empowering Ranchers, Farmers & Rural Businesses: Treasurer Treasurer Deere and Tax Commissioner Les Cusher, in Tulalip, Washington Deere and I attend Empowering Ranchers, Farmers & Rural Businesses sponsored by Mvskoke Food Sovereignty and Oklahoma Black Historical 4 Research Project in Okmulgee, OK. The purpose of this conference was to present latest news on the Farm Bill, teach local communities about resources available through USDA, and rural development grants and loans. The conference provided an opportunity to network with federal agencies and non-profits: USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Langston University Black Historical Research project, non-profit Mvskoke Food Sovereignty. Representatives of Congressman Frank Lukas and Markwayne Mullins office where on hand to speak and answer questions regarding farm bill. Two projects were discussed and are under consideration Butterfly Farm and Goat program. Encore Entrepreneurial Small Business Workshop: Attended workshop on Start and Grow a Small Business sponsored by AARP, SBA, SCORE, and REI Women’s Business Center, Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library. Experts discussed programs and resources available such as writing your business plan to seeking start-up capital. Information you can use to get started and succeed in small business. The small business workshop provided me an opportunity to network with AARP, SCORE and SBA staff. Government to Government Consultation & USDA Farm Bill Meeting: Attended meeting held at Citizen Potawatomi Nation sponsor Oklahoma Tribal Conservation Advisory Council, Dr. Carol Crouch, NCRS State Tribal Liaison which provided an overview of USDA services and programs available. Discussions included ways tribal governments may better utilize USDA resources and programs. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA): Attended meeting at the IRS Oklahoma City office with Treasurer Deere, Rico Coon, Nishant Shrestha and Pam Charles, Sr. Stakeholder Relationship Manager of IRS. Ms. Charles provided information as a potential VITA partner with an overview of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and requirements of setting up this program for our tribal members, emphasis on Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit components, program targeted towards low-income families with children (AGI >G  E @G1@403 J(=03 4AB88 (055:4A )78@BA ==384A 5=@ A0:4 )=1@84BG (811= 3;=48B0:8BG (==; %>44094@ (CAB84 #   )=1@84BG =C9@A  )4@44094@ 88 (055:4A )>4094@ 0;84 (   )>4094@ = +> #44B88 $0;4 &:40A4 &@88B0:8BG @==; 5 A= 7=E ;C27 //////// AST COUNTRY ASTAST PHARMACY NEWS PHARMACY NEWS KITCHEN  Visit our new, convenient drive-thru at the Little Axe location for refill drop off or pick up!!  As of January 1, 2012, Oklahoma State Law mandates that a current, state issued photo ID be on file for both the patient and the representative picking up for EVERY fill of ANY controlled medication.  Deliveries of controlled medications will no longer be allowed.  Both Shawnee and Little Axe pharmacy locations fill prescriptions for members of all tribes, but outside prescription orders are restricted to Absentee Shawnee Tribal citizens with established charts.  If you would like to receive a text message to your cell phone when your medications are ready for pick-up, please alert the pharmacy staff and provide us with a current cell phone number.  The following are a few tips to help us be more efficient in our delivery of pharmacy services to you:  Present insurance cards each time you pick up or drop off a prescription  Keep us informed of changes in address, phone number and other contact information.  Let the Pharmacy staff know if the prescription is going to be picked up or needs to be delivered.  When requesting refills, please provide 24 hours’ notice and either the refill number, which is located above your name on the prescription label, or the names of your medication. Sunday - 7am to 7pm Monday - 7am to 3pm Tuesday - 7am to 3pm Wednesday - 7am to 8pm Thursday - 7am to 8pm Friday - 7am to 9pm Saturday - 7am to 9pm Early Bird Breakfast $4.99 2 Eggs/Bacon or Sausage/Hash Browns Biscuits & Gravy or Toast & Coffee (Not valid on Saturday or Sunday. 1 coupon per customer.With coupon. No substitutions Check out our daily homemade lunch specials! Something different every day! If you have any questions at any time, feel free to call either Pharmacy or stop by and speak with one of our Pharmacy staff. We are happy to assist you with your pharmaceutical needs! Hours of Operation: Little Axe: 7am-5:30pm Monday-Friday Shawnee: 7am-6pm Monday-Friday Open 7 Days A Week! We are open through the lunch hour!! **BOTH PHARMACY DEPARTMENTS ARE CLOSED WITH THE CLINICS THE FIRST WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON OF EVERY MONTH TO COMPLETE ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES** 366-7220 (In Front of Thunderbird Entertainment Center Next to AST Smoke Shop) 12 13 FY-2013 FY-2013 YTD TAX COLLECTIONS YTD TAX COLLECTIONS (thru 7/31/13) (thru 7/31/13) TAX CATEGORY JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY RUN DATE: RUN DATE: 08/12/13 08/12/13 YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER TOTAL COLLECTED Sales (6%) $5,320.89 $5,961.53 $10,318.20 $5,250.35 $6,199.63 $5,694.53 $10,621.07 Gaming % of free cash $414,328.00 $408,888.00 $225,370.00 $224,409.00 $0.00 $258,496.00 $368,744.00 Employee (1%) $29,238.39 $4,799.87 $4,314.16 $20,146.42 $11,097.65 $11,469.05 $8,437.34 Severance (8%) $15,812.22 $5,128.09 $0.00 $21,426.59 $12,234.71 $1,488.58 $19,054.69 Motor Vehicle $14,481.54 $13,521.61 $15,001.64 $13,851.28 $13,034.02 $15,104.71 $14,605.08 Tobacco Refund $10,087.72 $12,244.26 $8,474.55 $9,091.57 $11,494.05 $10,776.45 $9,807.70 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $49,366.20 $1,900,235.00 $89,502.88 $75,144.88 $99,599.88 $71,976.30 TOTAL TAXES $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,285,825.14 $140.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,021.75 0.09% TOTAL COLLECTIONS $490,238.76 $450,793.36 $263,585.30 $294,405.21 $54,215.06 $303,199.32 $431,409.88 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,287,846.89 100% Miscellaneous $489,268.76 $450,543.36 $263,478.55 $294,175.21 $54,060.06 $303,029.32 $431,269.88 $970.00 $250.00 $106.75 $230.00 $155.00 $170.00 NOTE: Absentee Shawnee Tribe Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Six Good Reasons Why You Should Become a Tax Volunteer v No previous experience required. v IRS provides free tax law training/materials that allow volunteers to prepare basic individual tax returns. v Hours are flexible. v Volunteer site to be determined. VITA sites offer free electronic filing (federal / state) tax returns. v Veteran and non-veteran volunteers may be able to help military personnel and their families. v As a volunteer, you become part of a program that has helped people file tax returns at no charge for more than four decades. BECOME A VOLUNTEER 14 2.16% 83.06% 3.91% 3.28% 4.35% 3.15% Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority 107 North Kimberly P.O. Box 425 Shawnee, OK 74802-0425 Phone (405)-273-1050 Fax (405)275-0678 Down Payment Assistance Program This program offers a one-time grant of up to $20,000 to assist with down payment and/or closing cost to purchase a home and is designed to make home mortgage payments more affordable. Eligibility • • • • • • • Applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age Must be Native American enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe, with priority given to enrolled members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma to apply Applicant must qualify as a low-­‐income family, and must meet minimum income guidelines Applicant must be first-­‐time homeowner Primary residences only Must be approved for home loan Dwelling Unit must pass environmental inspection For more Program Information, please contact Kimberly Vermillion at Ext. 260. 15 September 2013 Birthdays Abrams, Geraldine Alaee, Sheila Sepideh Alford, David Paul Alford, Jennifer Christine Allen, Tasia Lynn Applegate, Jason Grant Arms, James Louis Arms, Michael Brandon Armstrong, Darrell Lynn Atwood, Stephen Jacob Barnard, Katrina Tate Barnes, Jordan Tylor Barriga Jr., Rogelio Alberto Bateman, Thomas Albert Bates, Charles Edward Beaver, Matthew David Bellin, Chance Andrew Bellin, Jack Matthew Bergen, Mercedes Ian Berry, Shane Tecumseh Blanchard Jr, Reuben Caleb Blanchard Jr., Leland Dale Blanchard Sr., George Melvin Blanchard, Consuela Sirena Blanchard, Craig Lewis Blanchard, Jacob Dakota Blanchard, Paulette Louise Blanchard, Reuben Caleb Blanchard, Summer Gail Blankenship, Fabian Mae Blocker, April Dawn Bosquez, Emilia Marie Nicole Bowens, Kendra Rachelle Brinkoetter, Karen Kay Brown, Addilynn Emmalee Bruner, Rhiannon Lydia Bump Sr., Richard Dewitt Burnett, Darrell Wayne Burns, Constance Darlene Burns, Natasha Brooke Butcher, Sallie Elizabeth Carlson III, Dennis Roy Carlson, Daniel Ray Carnes, Haley Ann Marie Carpenter, Cynthia Marie Carter, Mariella Raelynn Charley Whatley, Maddisson Noel Charley, Garry Joe Chisholm, Milford Wayne Clinesmith, Brooklyn Makay Cobell, Julee Rae Coddington, William Luther Cody, Donna Noreen Colungo, Redena Sue Combs III, Frederick Cecil Coon, Ella Kay Couch, Rickie Charles Cravens, Goldie Ann Creek, Josephine Creek, Ralph Samuel Crosswhite, Hunter Raven Cuellar, Ronald Lee Culwell, Bryson Gene Cypret, Norman Wayne Daniel, Dana Laree` Deer, Brandon Jeremy Deer, David Joel Deer, Jalen Dean Dibler, Bobby George Downey, Cheyenne Rena Downs, Debra Ann Duncan, Carolyn Ann Elam, Marquese Dashawn Ellis, Eric Wade Ellis, MaKenzie Rae Ellis, Richard Bryant Ellis, William Bryant Elmore, Christa Ann Longhorn, Juanita Louise Longhorn-Dees, Aireanna Belle Longman, Anthony Lamont Longman, Emily R. Longman, Jordyn Christian Spybuck Longman, Shea Michael Lopez, Angela Michelle Louvier, Natasha Renee Lowe, Ariah MaRae Lowe, Brian James Lowe, Caden Elijah Manley, Sue Ann Burkhart Mann, John Edward Martin, Juston Allen Martinez, Brandon Paul Martinez, Leo Littlecreek Masquas, Jace Gabriel Masquat, Finley Ray Mauldin, Charlotte Vada Renia Maxfield, Katherine Elizabeth McAnally, Amber Chantel McClung, Helen L Burkhart McGirt, Douglas Burton McIntyre, Vickie Teresa McKinney, Lucia Jade McMahan, Ashley Rae McPherson, Jeremy Lee Miller, Esperanza Morrell, Kristy Ann Morris, Brandon Zachary Morris, Raymond Ray Morton, Lisa Marie Murry, Stevey Raynae Nance, Jada Karyn Nance, Kameron Jace Nelson Jr., James Bradley Nelson, Telisa Renee Neske, Christopher Hugh Nice, Hunter Eli Norton, Jai'Ahnna Anjali Ochoa, Florence Pauline Olinger, Stephen Garrett Ongaco, Alexandra Renee` Pack, Trace Matthew Palacios, Phyllis Diana Panther III, William Panther, Nina Renee Panther, Raymond Dale Ponkilla, Edmond Lee Ponkilla, Timothy James Porambo, Anthony Thomas Poston, Teresa Sue Powell, Robert M Powell, Wesley Lynn Prettyman, Faith Grinell Proctor, Noah Gene Purcell, Jason Lee Reeves, Marian Louise Roberts, Jimmy Dean Routledge-Hunt, Brandi Faye Rowan, Cobie Mae Ruimveld, Shacoda Louis Ruimveld, Shawn Wade Ruiz, Kathlene Luiza Mae Ryan, Danielle Marie Sadongei, Carolyn Little Axe Salisbury, James Haydyn Sampson, Sharon Louise Schmitz, Tana Marie Seber, Walt Unitus Serena, Gary Allen Sharpe Jr., Chevis Shenold Shaver, Brittney Nicole Shaver, Jordin Lei Sherrill, Jocelynn Elyssa Shupe, Josh Michael Simpson, Julian Elliot Sloat, Alec Duane Felton, Alisha Lynn Ferrell, Melinda Kay Foreman, Stefany Elayne Foster, Linda Jean Frazier, Rickie Dewayne French, Jeffery John Fritsch, Jadyn Mark Fuentez, Cruzito Damacio Ganaway Jr., Mark Terrell Garretson, Cody Ronald Garza Jr., Gary Don Gibson Jr., Isaac Gibson, Edna Faye Gibson, Jennifer Michelle Gibson, Justin Ryan Hill Gillespie, Tamara Sue Gilman, Peter Howard Gouge, Ashlynn Jean Graham, Thomas Wendell Gregory, Samuel Edwin Hackbarth, Marissa Lucille Hadjiconstantinou, Openia Sue Hale III, Phillip Wayne Haley, Shirley Frances Hall, Christayl Rachell Harjo Jr, Benjamin Harjo Jr., Burton Thomas Harvey, Shelia Lynn Haumpy Jr., William Allen Haumpy, Talia Sharee Hicks, Angelia Jean Hill, Amanda Nicole Hood, Malacki David Weslyon Houston Fenix, Lexus Nicole Houston, Michael Hurst, Brian Keith Jacobs, Kasiana Marie Jacobs, Mary Theresa James, Billie Jane James, Zachary Lee Jimerson #11498-078, Tyrone Dremain Johnson, Brandon W. 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Johnson, Eryn Edward Johnson, Lewis Allen Johnson, Lyndsey Marie Johnson, Sandra Kay Jordan, Wendi Renee Kaseca, Kristin Nikole Kaseca, Paul Daniel Kelly, Gayla Ann Kelly, Kellie Marie Kickapoo, Roy Matteson Kickapoo, Valerie Yolanda Killian, Angelic Marie Kirby, Emma Grace Kmatz, Jacob Alexander Knight-Kastl, Patch Little Star Kowitz, Trentyn Mikal La Plant, Ryan Zachary Laplant, Raymond Lowell Larney, Darrell Scott Lassiter,MiaAngelina Kayleigh Lee, James Stacey Chang-Sun Leedom, Donna Jeanne Leroy, Geraldlain Jon Leupp, Lenora Little Creek Limon, Justine Danielle Little Axe III, Troy Lee Little Axe, Brittany Elaine Little Axe, Jason Randall Little Charley, Paige Marie Little Jim, Charles Kerwin Little Jim, Jason Webster Little, Christina Kathaleen Littlecreek, Joshua Dwight Littlecreek, Raqueal Amae Livsey, Mckinzy Diane Lockner, Krin Kimberly 16 Sloat, Carol Ann Sloat, Colby Trae Sloat, Garrett Davis Smith, Kristi Dawn Smith, Larry Dale Snake, Jana Rachelle Soap, Jakobi Christopher Soap, Wilson Lee Spoon, Dakota Austin Spoon, Eric Louis Spoon, Kenneth Lee Spriggs, Helen Wyatt S pybuck, Justice Evan Spybuck, Kase Brennon Squire, Shawneecey Jordawna Squire, Takota Lynn Starr, Meranda Lynn Stoliby, Sean Ryan Switch, Eastman Kelly Switch, Isaac Jay Switch, Lana Iris Switch, Susan LeAnn Tascier, Samuel Ethan Terres, Paula Ailene Thompson, Darian Andrew Thompson, DeShayla Tamia Thorpe, Grace Janette Thorpe, Keenan Allen Thorpe, Lorrie Ann Thorpe, Melanie Lea Thorpe, Rachel Danielle Tiger, Christopher Neal Tiger, Darryl Dean Tiger, Gladys Jean Tiger, Luvenia Starr Tiger, Mary Augustina Tiger, Phyllis Gail Tiger, Terrance Nathan Torres, Hector Gene Tsoodle, Teri Kaye Tullius, Kaley Mariah Tyner, Marcus Charles Valdivia, Joseph Enrique Valdivia, Ronald David Vazquez, Tyler Keith Wahpekeche, Meredith York Wahpekeche, Silas Kane Walley, Breanna Joy Walsh, Malissa Lisa Renee Warrior Jr., Lucian Jay Warrior Sr., Manuel Anthony Warrior, Levi Stafford Washington Jr., Eric Sean Washington, Nicholas Shane Watkins, Mickaela Marie Watson, Betty Lou Watson, Jo Ann Spybuck Webster, Michael Brice Westberry, Amanda LeJean White III, Charles Daniel White, Susan Nicole Olivia Whited, James Aaron Wilburn, Joshua Wayne Wilkerson, Lawrence Anthony Wilkerson, Tammy Lynn Williams, Christopher John Williams, Sonja Barbara Gosney Williams, Taren Janea Wilson Jr., Darrell Gene Wilson Jr., Woodrow Wilson, Patrick Loyd Winter, Brendan James Winter, Tammy Lyn Winter, Tara Ann Nicole Woods, Anna Marie Yeahpau, Jeri Maye Yones, Amber Marie Happy Birthday To You... To B-Bye and Bub Love Dad To A Good Man, My Son Happy Birthday to B-­‐Bye and Bub Love Dad Wishing Ashlynn (Pink) a Happy Birthday!! James L. “Duke” Arms I love you, MOM Happy Birthday! Carolyn (Little Axe) Sadongei From Paul & Jayne & family From Grammy & Paul 17 Camp Nikoti Tribal Youth Program presents... ! Melokami Youth Camp 2013 THANK YOU to all tribal program staff who helped make this year’s camp a success and full of fun for the youth! ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE Promoting Safe and Stable Families Parenting Classes The kids had a wonderful time at the MSPI Summer Camp 2013-­‐days filled with activities. On the last day the participants received a Certificate along with a cheer ant to say a job well done!!! And a great job done by the BH staff as well!!! And thanks to Tribal members Leah and Jason for teaching us how to traditional dance! It was awesome! It”s such a blessing to see children having fun laughing and smiling-­‐and to let them know there’s fun things to do without alcohol and drugs. Prevention Works. Dara Thorpe,MS ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE SSF Program provides parenting classes to promote positive Promoting Safe arenting, help with the understanding of child development and ommunication skills to strengthen the entire family. and Stable Families ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE his session, the classes will meet every Wednesday evening for Parenting ClassesFamilies Promoting Safe and Stable en weeks at 6pm, starting September 4th and ending November Parenting Classes th, 2013. New participants will be accepted until September 11th, PSSF Program provides parenting classes to promote • • • • • • • • JOB OPENINGS Internal Auditor – Gaming Commission Surveillance Operator – Gaming Commission Program Director – Building Blocks Child Care Assistant Program Director – Building Blocks Child Care Teacher – Building Blocks Child Care Human Resource Department Floater – Building Blocks Child Care Absentee Shawnee Tribe Assistant Food Prep Specialist – Building Blocks Child Care 2025 Gordon Cooper Human Drive Resource Physician – Shawnee Clinic fter this date you positive will have to wait next sessionofto enroll. parenting, helpuntil with the the understanding child development andparticipant communication skills to a very class must be attended by the to receive strengthen the entire family. ertificate of Completion. This session, the classes will meet every Wednesday evening for ten weeks at 6 pm, starting September 4th and ending November 6th, A dinner be provided at parenting every classclasses as welltoaspromote a babysitter on PSSF Program provides positive Little Axe Health Clinic 2013. will • Dental Hygienist te if needed. Classes are available for11th, members at New participants willwith be accepted until September after this date parenting, help thealso understanding ofnon-tribal child development and • Lab Director you will have to wait For until the nextinformation session to enroll.or Every class must be 405small fee of $50. more to sign up, call • Executive Assistant communication skills to strengthen the entire family. attended by the participant to receive a Certificate of Completion. • SDPI RN Certified Diabetes Educator 78-4702. • Licensed Professional Counselor • Accounting Technician A dinner will be provided at every class as well as a babysitter on site This session, willformeet every Wednesday forReceivable Technician • Accounts if needed. Classesthe are classes also available non-tribal members at a smallevening • Health Resource Manager ten fee ofweeks $50. at 6pm, starting September 4th and ending November • Phlebotomist/ Lab Assistant ena6th, Yesslith, Worker 2013. PSSF New participants will be accepted until September 11th, For more information or to sign up, after this date will have to wait until the next session to enroll. call you 405-878-4702. Every class must be attended by the participant to receive a Sena Yesslith, PSSF Worker Certificate of Completion. 18 Department Shawnee, OK 74801 Phone (405) 2754030 Fax (405) 273-2710 2025 Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 Phone – (405) 275-4030 Fax – (405) 273-2710 Elizabeth Clark – x 170 Rachael Lankford – x 111 www.astribe.com Cultural Preservation Department The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Library and Archives would like to thank Ms. Parker for her second donation of many newspapers and many other documents of significance. Her ongoing commitment to expanding our archival holdings is worthy of recognition. Thank you! Additionally, the Library and Archives would like to thank Ms. Withrow for donating several books to our fiction and non-­‐fiction collections. They are appreciated! Finally, the Library and Archives welcomes your donations. With your help, our library and archives system will grow to be the pride of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe! Many thanks, Joshua Shawnee Library and Archives Cultural Preservation Department The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma AST Police Department The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police would like to say Congratulations to Capt. Anthony (TAD) Johnson for successfully completing the Federal Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program in Glynco, Georgia. Capt. Johnson is now commanding the Training Division of the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department. The classes are accredited through CLEET and open to other law enforcement agencies. “Ethics in Law Enforcement” and the “Annual Firearms Qualification” classes will be offered this month. He will be developing other continuing education courses (CEU’s), insuring that all training needs and requirements are achieved for fellow officers. Capt. Johnson wants to express his thanks to everyone who as supported him through the process. The Police Departments “Sex Offender Registration and Monitoring Program” is currently under final review by the U. S Department of Justice (USDOJ) SMART office. All Sex Offender Programs must comply with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act and we feel sure our departments program will meet that compliance requirement. The public may view the current list of sex offenders at astribe.nsopw.gov. Through this web site you can sign up for automatic updates about sex offenders in your area. For questions about sex offenders or about the Sex Offender Registration and Monitoring Program you can email your questions to sorna@astribe.com or call 405-275-3200. Pamphlets’ and literature are also available at the front door of the Police Department. Human Resources Careers at BCI Broadband, LLC Employee Type: Full-Time Job Title: Maintenance Technician Locations: Shawnee, OK; Ottawa, KS and Ft Riley, KS How to Apply: Email: employment@allegiance.tv Fax: 405-481-7119 Job Description: Come join the new BCI Broadband team as we enter a new and exciting phase in the improvement of our services under new ownership. BCI needs Maintenance Techs who can perform field technical work, installs, services, and customers' problems as assigned. Responsible for preventative maintenance and repair of CATV distribution systems. May perform proof of performance of distribution systems and assist in training lower level personnel, and oversee technical work within the system. Balances the system through use of sophisticated equipment; sets up system sweep generator and performs other related duties as assigned. Ability to use hand tools, climb and work aloft as indicated above, lift and carry 70 lbs, use bucket trucks and interpret and correctly fill out various forms. A high school diploma or equivalent with trade school training helpful. Must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record according to insurance company requirements. Two years of experience as System Technician or its equivalency. Knowledge of National Electrical Codes, FCC requirements, SCTE BCE Certification highly desirable. If you are committed to providing exceptional customer service, demonstrate proven ability to educate customers on BCis products and services and share in our values-Apply now! BCI values its employees and as a BCI Maintenance Technician you will receive exceptional compensation as well as substantial medical, dental, vision, prescription drug program-which is only part of the Benefits Package. Ongoing technical training is provided along with FREE cable & Internet and numerous employee discounts if you live in our service area. A company work vehicle is provided. Employee Type: Full-Time Job Title: Install Technician Locations: Shawnee, OK & Fort Riley, KS How to Apply: Email: employment@allegiance.tv Fax: 405-481-7119 Mail: Attention Human Resources 1819 Airport Drive, Shawnee OK. 74804 Job Description: Come grow with the new BCI Allegiance team! We are looking for an Installer Technician who can bring a strong work ethic to our company as we enter a new and exciting phase in the improvement of our services. Applicant should be a technical minded individual to perform the installation and maintenance of cable television, internet and phone products. One year experience in this area or related field would be preferred, but not required for the right candidate. Ability to work aloft, use of hand tools, lift a minimum of 70 lbs. and other physical work is required, along with a valid driver's license and good driving record. Installer technicians will receive exceptional compensation as well as substantial medical, dental, vision, prescription drug program-which is only part of the Benefits Package. Ongoing technical training is provided along with FREE cable & Internet and numerous employee discounts if you live in our service area. A company work vehicle is provided. Equal Opportunity Employer Employee Type: Full-Time Job Title: Customer Service Representative Locations: Shawnee, Oklahoma How to Apply: Email: employment@allegiance.tv; Fax: 405-481-7119 or send resume to: Attention Human Resources 1819 Airport Drive Shawnee, Ok. 74804 Job Description: Must be able to handle incoming customer service inquiries as well as promoting sales of new services and upgrades to existing services in our Shawnee, Oklahoma office. Customer service and strong sales experience is preferred, but not required. Hourly rate plus commission. Excellent benefits package including a 401(k) plan and complimentary cable television, phone and internet services for those candidates that live in our service area. If you are self motivated and interested, come join a growing team! Equal Opportunity Employer 19 WHITE TURKEY NEWS The annual Fall Fest at Horse Shoe Bend will be September 28, 2013, 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. We encourage all tribal programs to participate in this event as it’s an opportunity to introduce your program to the general public (Informational Booth). Arts and Craft booths are welcome – the cost per booth is $10.00 and programs/vendors must bring their own tables to set up. Activities will be planned for children and adults and prizes will be given out for each activity. Lunch will be served from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. with hamburger, chips, a cookie and drink being served for $5.00. The Third Annual 5K Fun Run and Walk and 2K Walk is set for October 5, 2013 and will start at 8:00 a.m. The Entry Fee is $20.00 per participant if entrants pay prior to October 5th. If an entrant pays on the day of the race the cost will be $25.00. The age groups are 5 years to 13 years, female and male entrants and 14 years and up, female and male entrants. There will be first, second and third place winners in each group. First place -- $100.00, second place -­‐ $75.00 third -­‐ $50.00. We hope that you will come join in on the fun and take part in these community events sponsored by the White Turkey Band of Shawnee! If you have should have any questions please call: Twila Parker, Secretary, 405 229-­‐8052 Gwen Switch, Treasurer, 405 204-­‐9612 Blake Goodman and Brandon Goodman were recognized by Governor Butler-Wolfe and Linda Day, Emergency Manager with a Certificate of Appreciation for their valuable contributions to Emergency Management. Blake and Brandon volunteered at the Brendle Corner site to help clean, organize, and distribute the tremendous amount of donations so they could be distributed. These brothers are hard working individuals that set a great example for the youth of this tribe. 20 Foster & Adoptive Parents Needed!!! Can you open your home and heart for a foster child? Foster parents provide a temporary, safe home for children in crisis. Foster parents are partners with child welfare workers, lawyers and judges. It is not for everyone but if you have it in your heart - we need you. • Can you love and care for a child who comes from a difficult background? • Can you help a child develop a sense of belonging? • Are you secure in yourself & your parenting Skills? • Can you maintain a positive attitude toward a child’s parents? • Can you love with all your heart & then let go? FOSTER PARENTS PROVIDE A TEMPORARY, SAFE HOME FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS. THEY ARE PARTNERS WITH WORKERS, LAWYERS, AND JUDGES. IT IS NOT FOR EVERYONE! CAN YOU OPEN YOUR HOME AND HEART FOR A FOSTER CHILD? Many children need a loving home and a family to help them through a very tough time. Please think about it and talk with your family before you become a foster home. They all need safe, supportive environments! If you find yourself and your family interested in Foster Care, please contact Amanda Lenora, CPS/ Foster Care Worker - 405-878-4702 ASTribe Indian Child Welfare Department FOSTER CARE This article appears in the Daily Times in Farmington, New Mexico. And even though this talks about the foster care program and tribal children in foster care, this article can speak on behalf of what the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Foster Care and other tribes are going thru. Finding foster homes is a necessary to not only protect AST children but to also maintain their cultural identity, heritage and traditions. The Absentee is a small tribe and we should be able to work as ONE TRIBE to care for the AST children. If you have any questions, contact the ICW department at (405)275-4030. “Only two foster homes in San Juan County belong to American Indian families, but more than half of the 85 children in foster care now are American Indian. That means about 40 American Indian youths in the local foster system are living with non-native families. The Children, Youth and Families Department, charged with placing children in alternate homes if their own families are deemed unsafe for reasons of abuse or neglect, is having a hard time finding enough native families for the number of native children in the system. The department does everything it can to match a child with a family of a similar background. That doesn’t work when fewer homes than children are in the system, which means native children more often than not end up in non-native families. This is contrary to federal policy, which directs the department to make every effort to place children of American Indian descent in homes that nourish their cultural identity. But without more native families stepping up to offer a home for children, there is little the department can do to remedy this situation. The Indian Child Welfare Act provides four placement options, which the department must pursue in descending order every time it places a native child. The first option is to place American Indian children with a relative who can provide a safe environment and who eventually attains a foster care license. The second option is for a child to be placed in a family from the same American Indian tribe. The third is for the child to be placed with a American Indian family not of the same tribe. The final option, and the one the CYFD most often uses, is matching native children with non-native families that simply have a foster care license. This is a loss for children and for potential foster families. It’s also a loss when it comes to efforts to revitalize native traditions and teach them to the children. We encourage all native families with the resources that can allow children a home to contact the Children, Youth and Families Department. Fostering a child is one of the most rewarding things a family can do.” In the state of Oklahoma alone, there are almost 3000 Native American children in the foster care program with a majority of these children placed in non-native placements. Now imagine if your son, daughter, grand children were placed in another home that didn’t teach or understand the Absentee Shawnee traditions. What would happen to their identity, their sense of being a AST, their sense of belonging and being proud of being a Absentee Shawnee? The AST ICW dept are in need to foster homes. Emergency homes, temporary homes, it doesn’t matter. We have made it a goal to get certify at least 5 homes to be foster homes for the AST. With obtaining more every year from this point on. It takes ONE TRIBE to care for ONE CHILD. As the great Tecumseh said, “A SINGLE TWIG BREAKS BUT A BUNDLE OF TWIGS IS STRONG.” For more information about being a foster home, please contact: Indian Child Welfare Department (405)878-4702 21 Office of Environmental Health & Engineering AAA Oklahoma News Release AAA Oklahoma News Release www.AAA.com www.facebook.com/AAAOklahoma www.twitter.com/AAAOklahoma www.AAA.com www.facebook.com/AAAOklahoma www.twitter.com/AAAOklahoma Contacts: • Tribal Housing Improvements Application Chuck Mai Danial Karnes (405) 753-8040 / (405) 760-6007 (new) (918) 748-1074 / (918) 935-9318 Contacts: chuck.mai@aaaok.org Chuck Mai Danial Karnes danial.karnes@aaaok.org (405) 753-8040 / (405) 760-6007 (new) (918) 748-1074 / (918) 935-9318 The Tribal Housing Improvement Program’s goal is providing sanitary, safe, and decent housing for its members by utilizing the following criteria to select the most “in need” tribal members with homes that are in disrepair but are still suitable for rehabilitation. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements and criteria which is approved by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. danial.karnes@aaaok.org Extrachuck.mai@aaaok.org Credit: School Zone Safety AAA offers seven back-­‐to-­‐school tips for drivers, students Extra Credit: School Zone Safety AAA Oklahoma, Aug. 16, 2013. AAA is reminding motorists that our summer vacation from school zone safety is almost over – classes will soon be back in session. AAA offers seven back-‐to­‐school tips for drivers, students THIP list all applicants by a priority list: a. Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly b. Income c. Family Size/Overcrowded Living Conditions d. Condition of Home “A new school year brings a lot of excitement, so it’s easy for children to become preoccupied on their way to and from school,” said Danial Karnes, spokesman for AAA Oklahoma. “Drivers must use extra caution when traveling near schools, especially at the start of the school year.” AAA Oklahoma, Aug. 16, 2013. AAA is reminding motorists that our summer vacation fromAAA school – classes Safety advocate wantszone parentssafety to keepis thealmost ABCs ofover Safety in mind as will soon be back in session. Oklahoma children head back to the classroom: “A new school year brings a lot of excitement, so it’s easy for children to become • Avoid distractions: Research fromfrom The National Highway preoccupied on their way to and school,” said Traffic DanialSafety Karnes, spokesman shows that taking your eyes off the road for just two forAdministration AAA Oklahoma. “Drivers must use extra caution when traveling near schools, seconds doubles your chances of crashing. Stay focused on driving and set a good example for young passengers. especially at the start of the school year.” • By the numbers: Teach children their home phone numbers and Safety advocate addresses, your workAAA phonewants numbersparents and how totodialkeep 9-1-1. the ABCs of Safety in mind as • Chart your course: Map out a route to school or the bus stop and walk it Oklahoma children head back to athe classroom: with your child beforehand. Choose direct route with the fewest street Other Programs available: • Sanitation Facilities Assistance Program Applications need to be completed and all necessary documents attached before the application will be processed. Applications are available online on the website: www.astribe.com. Submit completed application to: crossings or with intersections that have crossing guards or AAA Safety Patrolers. Avoid walking by parks, vacant lots and other sparsely •populated places. Don a helmet: Kids who bicycle always should wear a helmet. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety states that a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent. Exemplify safety: Do not exceed 15 miles per hour in or near a school •zone. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at 15 mph is nearly two-thirds less likely to be Avoid distractions: Research from The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that taking your eyes off the road for just two seconds doubles your chances of crashing. Stay focused on driving and set a good example for young passengers. • By the numbers: Teach children their home phone numbers and addresses, your work phone numbers and how to dial 9-1-1. • Chart your course: Map out a route to school or the bus stop and walk it with your child beforehand. Choose a direct route with the fewest street crossings or with intersections that have crossing guards or AAA Safety Patrolers. Avoid walking by parks, vacant lots and other sparsely populated places. • Don a helmet: Kids who bicycle always should wear a helmet. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety states that a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85 percent. • Exemplify safety: Do not exceed 15 miles per hour in or near a school zone. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at 15 mph is nearly two-thirds less likely to be killed as compared to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling 25 mph. Remember that fines double when “STOP WHEN CHILDREN IN CROSSWALK” signs are present. Also remember, school zones are nonpassing zones. Always stop for buses that are loading or unloading students. It is illegal to pass a school bus with flashing red lights. • Forego strangers: Teach kids never to accept rides or gifts from strangers. • Grab a buddy: Have kids walk to school with a relative, friend or neighbor. • Office of Environmental Health & Engineering Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801 Absentee Shawnee Tribe Complex Office of Environmental Health & Engineering, Building 13 If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at (405) 214-4235 ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA Absentee Shawnee Tribe Recycling Program RECYCLING MATERIAL THAT WE ACCEPT. ALL WHITE PAPER, ENVELOPES, COLORED PAPER, JUNK MAIL, FAX PAPER, MAGAZINES, NEWSPAPER, CARDBOARD, AND ALUMINUM CANS. MATERIAL WE DO NOT ACCEPT. If your child will be walking or bicycling to school, AAA advises parents and caregivers to review safety precautions with them. Children should be taught to walk only on sidewalks and cross only at crosswalks. Also, make sure they know to avoid walking in front of or between parked cars. And, remind children to always obey crossing guards and AAA Safety Patrolers. If your teen will be learning to drive this school year, AAA’s teen driver website, Keys2Drive, provides state-specific licensing information, statistics, driver training tips and resources for parents and teens. And AAA Oklahoma’s parent-taught driver’s ed. kit, Take the Wheel, allows parents to teach their teen to drive from scratch, qualifying for up to a 25 percent discount on AAA Insurance Co. auto insurance and the standard driver’s ed. discount offered by most major insurance companies. Go to www.AAA.com/ TakeTheWheel. AAA.com/trafficsafety is a resource for useful, life-saving advice and tools, free and open to the public. TONER, CARBON PAPER, FOOD WASTE, AND PLASTIC. REMEMBER, WHEN IN DOUBT THROW IT OUT. CONTACT INFORMATION ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS. 2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR. SHAWNEE, OK 74801 PHONE: (405) 2144235 FAX: (405) 8784701 A not-for-profit organization, AAA Oklahoma serves its 366,000 members across Oklahoma with emergency help on the road, auto travel assistance and a wide range of personal insurance, travel, financial and automotive services through branch offices, a regional operations center and the Internet at AAA.com. ### 22 “To Establish a recycling program for municipal waste planning, reduction, and Recycling” The Office of Environmental Health and Environmental Program is proud to announce the start of a new recycling program for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. The recycling center is located in the yellow metal building adjacent to the OEH Department. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe (AST) Recycling Program Program declares that waste reduction and recycling are the preferable to the or processing of municipal waste, and that removing certain materials from the municipal waste stream will decrease the flow of solid waste to municipal landfills. AST Recycling Program used the knowl- edge and information about recycling markets and market demand as well as information obtained from various publications and the internet to comprise an analysis of material the recycling program will address at the start of the program. AST Recycling Program Plan establishes a goal that, by year’s end 2013, at least 25 % of the recyclable material produced by the Tribe will be recycled. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle The AST recycling Program will initially focus on the following waste stream material; HighGrade shredded paper, Assorted office paper, Phone books, Magazines, Cardboard, Newspaper, and Aluminum cans. As the program and market develops, other recyclables will be sought. There is a cost associated with recycling, However, economic, social, and environmental benefits exceed these cost. SPOTLIGHT EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Shawn Crowley Members, Shawn Crowley, a MuscogeeTribal Creek tribal member, was raised in the Shawnee area. Shawn, is a 9 year member of the Oklahoma National with active duty status Dfor 4 years. has been awpolice officer for I want Guard, you all to know that the Oklahoma efense Force He pictured below as a tremendous help approximately 17 years and previously worked for the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department for 5 years, experienced the May tornadoes’. All of them together were able to rally their teams and make s with the rank of Sergeant. Shawn returned work our wPolice Department in January now bserves Shawnee Tribe to and other at area’s ere assisted and continue to this d2013 ay to band e assisted y them. I as a Patrol Officer. them for their hard work, diligence, and continual support of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. I’m i and they always ask if we need anything or if they have someone wanting to donate items ask i Shawn was awarded with a $25.00 card toTRed Lobster. card by hGovernor Edwina Mize idollar s still wgift orking with ribal M ember’s This in the gift Little Axe was area paid on their omes. I wanted to shar Butler-Wolfe as a special recognition to her employees. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe appreciates you all know there are people who care about the Absentee Shawnee people. They dShawn eserve to Crowley. service and dedication. Thank you on behalf of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Let’s Build For the Future (BFF)! Sincerely GOVERNORS SPOTLIGHT EMPLOYEE Arlene Herrera Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe will be working with the six program department that she has oversight over Office of the Treasurer/Secretary and will monthly select an employee that is deemed to have contributed to their program and to the Absentee Shawnee tribe. The attributes to be considered are: Contributions toOklahoma the community theTeam Tribe; leadership; Defense and Force performance and work ethic; teamwork. It is the intent of the Governor to recognize tribal employees who otherwise get Front Row Left tfor o Right: Torres, Buck This Robertson, Adam Ely. do a remarkable job and might not recognized their Jason contributions. special employee recognition program will be highlighted under my Office as the SPOTLIGHT EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Back Row Left to Right: Ron Cross, Sean Parrish, Lisa Mize. program. Oklahoma Defense Force Team Tribal Members, I want you all to know that the Oklahoma Defense Force pictured below was a tremendous help to the Tribe when we experienced the May tornadoes’. All of them together were able to rally their teams and make sure that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and other area’s were assisted and continue to this day to be assisted by them. I would like to thank them for their hard work, diligence, and continual support of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. I’m in contact with them and they always ask if we need anything or if they have someone wanting to donate items ask if we need them. Lisa Mize is still working with Tribal Member’s in the Little Axe area on their homes. I wanted to share this information so you all know there are people who care about the Absentee Shawnee people. They deserve to be recognized for their service and dedication. Thank you on behalf of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Sincerely, Arlene Herrera Office of the Treasurer/Secretary Front Row Left to Right: Jason Torres, Buck Robertson, Adam Ely. Back Row Left to Right: Ron Cross, Sean Parrish, Lisa Mize. Russell Ellis is an Absentee Shawnee tribal member. Along with being proud to represent his people, Russell is also an exceptional athlete. This year Russell was inducted into the hall of fame for baseball at Shawnee High School to go along with his induction into Oklahoma Baptist University basketball hall of fame he received several years ago. RUSSELL B. ELLIS Bison Basketball 1962-64; Bison Baseball 1962-65; Inducted 1981 A 5-11 guard from Shawnee, Russell Ellis earned third-team NAIA All America honors in 1963 after he helped lead the Bison to conference and district championships and a trip to the NAIA National Tournament. He scored 920 career points, averaging 17.0 points per game and 6.7 rebounds. In 1962-63 he averaged 15.7 points and 4.5 rebounds, earning first-team all conference recognition and the most valuable player trophy at the Top of the Nation Tournament in Colorado. In 1963-64 he averaged 18.4 points and 9.0 rebounds and was a second-team all conference pick. On the baseball diamond, Ellis was an all conference selection in 1963, 1964, and 1965. He batted .361, .430, and .266 in his three seasons for a career average of .353. His .430 average in 1964 is the twelfth highest in Bison history. Ellis lives in Shawnee. (4-2-12)i During the induction ceremony in April 2013, he was welcomed onto the Shawnee High School baseball field by the current staff, team players and a huge amount of fans. Russell threw the first pitch during a beginning season game! Among all of Russell’s accomplishments throughout his life he has also served his tribe well by representing the AST for several terms in office serving as an elected official of the executive office for secretary and treasurer. Russell is a wonderful dad, husband and grandpa. i http://www.obubison.com/d/Athletic%20Hall%20of%20Fame.pdf found on OBU Hall of Fame section online within website content 23 DISABILITY BENEFITS FOR 2013 AGC of Oklahoma Education Foundation Scholarships WOUNDED WARRIORS Military service members can get their disability claims processed quickly by Social Security. Benefits available through Social Security are different than those from the Department of Veterans Affairs and require a separate application. The expedited process is used for military service members who become disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs. University of Oklahoma Construction Science Scholarship Interviews 03/29/2013 Andy Rine IFlintco NTERVIEWS Randy Edge A.S.T. TERO Ken Robson OU Construction Science Division, Director Doug Tapp AGC Executive Director of Oklahoma Building Chapter www.socialsecurity.gov or call toll-free, 1-800-772-1213 (for the deaf or hard of hearing, call our TTY number, 1-800-325-0778) 24 The Elders Council of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe met in their monthly meeting on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the Title VI building on the Tribal complex in Shawnee. President Dan Little Axe, Sr. called the meeting to order at 10:25 a.m. , all officers were present. A quorum was established with twenty-­four (24) Tribal Elders and eight (8) visitor/guests in attendance. The invocation was given by Jim Johnson. Only one elder celebrated a birthday for the month of August and that was Melpherd “Mel” Switch. The minutes of the previous months (July 27th, 2013) meeting were not available at this time but will be presented at next months meeting. The financial report for July 2013 was available for review and comment. The fund raiser account was reported to be $5,347.62 while the general fund account balance was given to be $9,747.30. Questions about expenses for pow wow meal of July 5th, 2013 were answered by Treasurer Watson. Following this, a motion to approve the report was made by Mel Switch and seconded by Marjorie Kaniatobe, the motion carried. Old Business: None. New Business: The subject of the Veterans pow wow was brought up and all agreed that we should be planning this event as soon as possible. President Little Axe stated that volunteers are needed to form a committee to plan and organize this event, it will be discussed again at next months meeting. Announcements/Discussion: Meredith Wahpekeche brought up the subject of shawls for council members and that led to discussion of ideas and suggestions for the possibility of the council purchasing materials needed to make shawls to have available for dances and events when they might be required. After much discussion and suggestions from Donna Butler, too it was decided that ideas, prices and recommendations would be solicited from vendors for consideration at next months meeting. A motion to that effect was made by Wanda Tiger and seconded by Mary Birdtail, the motion carried. Following a comment and suggestion from Jenifer Sloan to consider the colors and vests now being used by the AST Veterans, Wanda Tiger amended her motion to include vest in the consideration for shawls for the Elders Council. Ms. Wahpekeche continued with a request to purchase tarps or shade canopy to be used for the Council for fund raising events such as what was used at the Thunderbird Casino pow wow of July 5th 2013. It was suggested that two (2) should be purchased. A motion to that effect was made by Woody Wilson and seconded by Wanda Tiger, the motion carried. The subject of the proposed trip to Grand Prairie, Texas was brought up and with the information available, it was agreed that it would be too late to make required travel arrangements for bus and motel and also would be too expensive for such a short trip. An alternative for consideration was the September 21,2013 pow wow held by the Eastern Shawnee Tribe. A draft of expenses and schedule of events was provided to those present at this meeting as well as a sign up sheet for the trip was circulated. Following much discussion and comments, a motion to approve this trip was made by John Blanchard and seconded by Woody Wilson, the motion carried. Fund Raiser: It was suggested and agreed that a Silent Auction and Cake/Pie auction would be held at next months meeting which is set for Saturday, September 28, 2013 at the Resource Center in Little Axe. Announcements: A special General Council is being called for Saturday, August 24,2013. Today’s “Boot” donation collection was $46.81 and the door prize of $20 cash was won by Betty Watson. The White Turkey Band of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be having a fund raiser Bingo night on Friday,August 23rd at the Horse Shoe Bend community center. The meeting adjourned at noon. A pot luck dinner followed the meeting. For information or questions, contact Elders Secretary Cynthia Longhorn at (405)-­273-­4137 From The Elders Corner. . . Elders Honoree: Mr. Wayne Allen Longhorn Wayne Longhorn was recently recognized and honored during the Absentee Shawnee Elders Council meeting in July with family and friends present. “Bariney” as Wayne is called by most who know him, turned eighty-­six (86) years young this past March and that gives him the distinction of being the eldest male Tribal member of the area. He was presented with a framed Certificate of Recognition and a 50$ gift card and a coupon for a free dinner at the Tribes restaurant in Little Axe. 25 Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Water Monitoring Sites OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Water Monitoring Sites Little River Little River Thunderbird Lake South of Tecumseh 180th Ave SE Clear Bay Days after rainfall left the stream murky brownish red Rainfall left the stream murky brownish red Water is murky brownish red near shoreline after rainfall the night before. Fig. 1 Absentee Shawnee Tribe Surface Waters Oklahoma Surface Water Contains approximately 1,401 square mile of water area in its lakes and ponds (larger than the state of Rhode Island).* Thunderbird Lake Thunderbird Lake Thunderbird Lake Clear Bay near Nature Fisherman’s Point Hog Creek Camp on Center Water is greenish different from the streams. Indian Point Road. North side across from Clear Bay site. Water looks blue but it is actually greenish and shoreline is reddish Ducks in greenish water Beaver/ North Canadian River is Oklahoma longest river Of 752 miles.* There is approximately 167,600 miles of rivers ,streams and 55,646 miles of shoreline along lakes and ponds.* 56% of all water used in the state is from surface water. *Based on USGS 1:24,000 scale Shawnee Lake South Near boat house on Belcher Road Water looks blue but it is actually greenish Shawnee Lake North North Canadian River Near Dam on Lake Dam Garretts Lake Road Road Water is clam and murky brownish Water in reservoir is greenish The Mission of the Office of Environmental Protection is to protect and preserve the environmental resources of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, both on tribal lands and within shared communities, with a primary focus upon preserving cultural integrity and existing tribal sovereignty through environmental capacity enhancement and tribal environmental code development and implementation. 26 OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Phone: 405-214-4235 Fax: 405-878-4701 E-mail: epablito@astribe.com 2025 S. 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Program Program guidelines are √ Put something you'll need like your cell available in hard copy for at the Education Department office or for download at available inwww.astribe.com. hard copy for at the Education Department office or for download at phone, handbag, employee ID or brief www.astribe.com. Academic (K-12) Program: assists with academic related expenses, and a portion of case, etc., on the floor board in the back funds can be used assists for school-related athletic program expenses. hasof a maximum Academic (K-12) Program: with academic related expenses, andProgram a portion seat. for the academic funds can be funding used forlimit school-related athleticyear. program expenses. Program has a maximum for the academic year. √ Get in the habit of always opening the back funding limitZahn 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 door of your vehicle every time you reach Zahn Program: established a trust programamount can help with some graduationexpenses. School graduates.from Program hasfund, a maximum of funding for graduation your destination to make sure no child has expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients and one for High Job Training Educationamount Program: funds for graduation vocational expenses. training at accredited Program Adult has a maximum of funding been left behind. This will soon become a School graduates. vocational institutions. Program has a maximum funding limit for the calendar year or program. Education Program: funds for vocational training at accredited habit. We call this the “Look Before You Job TrainingperAdult vocational institutions . Program has a maximum funding limit for the calendar year or Higher Education: Education Incentive Award Program: funds for undergraduate Lock” campaign. per program.degrees, one associates or bachelors degree, at any accredited college or university. √ Keep a large stuffed animal in the child's Funding levels are determined based upon grade point average and full-time or part-time status. Education Incentive Award Program: funds for undergraduate Education: car seat when it’s not occupied. When the Higher degrees, one associates or bachelors degree, at any accredited college or university. Graduate Scholarship funds foraverage one master’s degree or doctoral degree, child is placed in the seat, put the stuffed Funding levelsand are determined basedProgram: upon grade point and full-time or one part-time can fund for one graduate admissions test. This program has funding levels based animal in the front passenger seat. It's a status. upon full-time and part-time status. visual reminder that anytime the stuffed Graduate Scholarship funds for one master’s one doctoral degree, All funding is basedProgram: upon the availability of funds at thedegree time oforapplication. can fund for one graduate admissions test. This program has funding levels based animal is up front you know the child is in and uponAttention: full-time and part-time status. the back seat in a child safety seat. All funding isIfbased uponconsidering the availability of funds at thefortime application. you are taking courses theofspring 2012 semester, please contact the √ Make arrangements with your child’s Education Department as soon as possible. day care center or babysitter that you will Attention: All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on always call if your child will not be there Services and select Education. If you are considering taking courses for the spring 2012 semester, please contact the on a particular day as scheduled. Education Department soon as possible. For moreasinformation, please call Tresha Spoon at (405) 275√ Keep vehicles locked at all times; even 4030 ext. 121 or 1-800-256-3341 or email to All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on in the garage or driveway and always set tresham@astribe.com. Services and select Education. your parking brake. AST Education Department; Big Jim Youth Award applications √ Keys and/or remote openers should never For moreThe information, please Tresha Spoon at 275- applications Absentee Shawnee Tribe’scall Education Department will (405) begin accepting be left within reach of children. 4030 ext.for121 or 1-800-256-3341 or email to the following awards: √ Make sure all child passengers have left tresham@astribe.com. Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male and Female) the vehicle after it is parked. Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male and Female) √ When a child is missing, check vehicles High school Seniors of both genders within the 50 United States are eligible to apply and car trunks immediately. for these awards for the 2012/2013 school year. Applications will be accepted from January 1 to March 1, 2013 by US mail or email, official transcripts must be mailed. The √ If you see a child alone in a vehicle, get official application form will be available at www.astribe.com under the Education involved. If they are hot or seem sick, Department. The $1000.00 award is in the form of a scholarship to the college or university where the award recipient will attend for the fall 2013 semester. get them out as quickly as possible. Call 911 or your local emergency number Individuals are encouraged to nominate deserving high school Seniors. You may nominate yourself. Please refer to the application for required documents. Eligible immediately. nominations will be judged by a panel of (non-AST) experts assembled specifically for √ Be especially careful about keeping this purpose. The intent is to bring together an unbiased group of experts to evaluate the applicants in an impartial and unbiased environment. Their decisions are final with children safe in and around cars during respect to all matters concerning these awards. Awards will be announced in May busy times, schedule changes and periods 2013. of crisis or holidays. Award recipients will be recognized as the 2012/2013 Big Jim Academic Achievement √ Use drive-thru services when available. Award winner or the Big Jim Athlete of the Year. In addition to this recognition the award recipients will receive a $1000.00 scholarship to be used towards their (restaurants, banks, pharmacies, dry education and the advancement of their career. cleaners, etc.) Questions on these awards program should be addressed to: √ Use your debit or credit card to pay for Absentee Shawnee Tribe gas at the pump. Education Department c/o Tresha Spoon 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 405.275.4030 Ext 121 youthaward@astribe.com For additional information about ways to keep children safe in and around vehicles, visit our website at www.KidsAndCars.org. 28 Constitution Revision Committee Update The Constitution Revision Committee is still working on getting input from Tribal Members regarding our proposed changes to the AST Constitution. On July 26, 2013, a presentation was given at the Elder’s Meeting in Little Axe. The video was shown followed by a group question and answer session. We received a lot of good input and questions regarding our proposed changes. Twelve (12) surveys were collected that day. The results of the surveys show that 83% agree with our proposed revision to separate the Executive and Legislative branches of AST Government, 17% disagree. The results also show 67% agreed with our proposed revision to elect legislators from the two traditional AST Bands-­ White Turkey and Big Jim, 17% disagreed and 17% gave no response. On the third question, 50% agreed with our proposed change of the Executive Branch to Governor and Lt. Governor only, 42% disagreed and 8% gave no response. On the fourth question regarding proposed term limits, 75% preferred 4 year terms, 17% preferred 3 year terms and 8% preferred no change. When asked what revisions questionnaires would like to see they wrote to have “Term Limits”, have “Elected officials be more accountable”, and “Establish ASAP.” Other comments and suggestion were to have the Executive Branch consist of Governor, Lt. Governor and a Secretary/Treasurer, “make sure elected officials are qualified”, consider “out of area tribal members”, combining Governor and Lt. Governor and “More Tribal Members Need to (be) aware of meeting(s).” We have worked with MIS to put our video and survey on the AST website for everyone to have an opportunity to view and give input. Please take time to take the survey and give us your opinion and suggestions. We would also encourage any Tribal Member to attend our meetings to give input. Our next meeting will be September 19 at 6:00 pm at the Little Axe Resource Center. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact Eddie Brokeshoulder in the Treasurer’s office or email eddieb@astribe.com. Thank you, Briana Ponkilla AST Constitution Revision Committee Member Left to Right: Tribal members Augustine Johnson; Shirley Adkins; Betty Watson; Cynthia Longhorn. Left to right: Treasurer Kathy Deere; Eddie Brokeshoulder; Tribal members Mr. Jerry Little Axe; Mr. Mel Switch From The Election commission There Is a vacancy on the Election Commission for the position of Alternate. If any tribal member is interested on serving on the board call the Election Commission office at (405)‐275-­4030 ext. 150 and leave your name and contact number. A person from the Election Commission will contact you as soon as possible. Thank you. From The Realty Department NOTICE Due to the sequestration (budget cuts) the Oklahoma Indian Legal Service’s (OILS) will no longer be providing Wills Clinics at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex. OILS has requested that anyone needing assistance to please call 405-­943-­6457 to apply for services and appointments. 29 AllNations Bank 2023 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 www.anbok.com Make Your Computer Run Faster (and Improve Information Security) by Managing Your E-­mails Does your e-­mail program open slowly? You may be storing lots of older e-­mails you don’t really need. When your e-­mail program “loads,” it has to pull up all stored e-­mails—not just the inbox. (Think of your program as being chained to 100 lbs. of weight, dragging “all that junk” behind it while trying to carry out each task. Here are ten tips for reducing the number of e-­mails you are storing—so e-­mail and other programs can run faster: 1. E-­mail programs are designed for communication—not for long-­term storage of information. After a brief time required for following up on pending matters, any e-­mail that needs to be retained longer should almost always be converted to a different storage medium. (For example, you can “cut and paste” the e-­mail’s contents to save it as a Word document. Then delete the e-­mail.) 2. Always consider if there is a more appropriate place to store information than in your e-­mail program. If an e-­mail contains information that your institution must retain—for example, a borrower’s attached tax return—forward the e-mail promptly to someone in charge of storing it in the best place. That person can image a document and associate it with a customer’s electronic loan or deposit file; or for a paper-­based system, a printed copy can be placed in the customer’s file. Once you receive confirmation that the person handling the document has properly stored it, delete the original e-­mail. 3. Each time you open your e-­mail program it must “load” at the same time all e-­mails that you are able to access, including: (a) inbox, (b) outbox, (c) deleted items, and (c) junk e-­mail. Deleting items from any or all of these files will reduce e-­mail storage and will help your program to open faster. 4. Many people forget to clean out their “deleted items” and “junk e-­mail” folders regularly. Doing so at least once a week is easy and important in keeping your e-­mail program working smoothly. 5. If you’re in a hurry to make your e-­mail program run faster, focus on deleting e-­mails that require the most “memory.” E-­mails with a “paper clip” symbol at the left of the sender’s name have an “attachment,” and tend to require more storage space. To the right of the date and time of each e-­ mail is a number such as “561 KB” (kilobytes of memory). The higher the KB number: the larger the file. (If you first delete the e-­mails with higher KB numbers, you free up storage space faster. Exception: Some e-­mails have a number such as “6 MB” (megabytes of memory) on the right. A megabyte is 1,000 kilobytes, so even a small number with MB is a bigger file, compared to e-­mails ending in KB.) Hint: Try to quickly delete e-­mails with forwarded photographs or video clips, because they use up lots of storage. Caution: Do not delete files that your institution’s document retention policy requires you to keep. You’re AllNations Bank Family, Gene, Eugene, Amber & Devan Sac and Fox Nation 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 Food Distribution Program Call Today To See If You Qualify!!! STROUD OFFICE (800) 256-3398  SHAWNEE OFFICE (866) 622-2310 ALL ARTICLES FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE ARE DUE BY THE 20TH OF THE CURRENT MONTH If at least one member of your household is Native American, you reside within our service area, and you meet our income guidelines… You May Qualify, Call Today!!! Unfortunately, we can only accept one picture per birthday person, not per birthday wish. In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 30 ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT Victim Advocacy Assist victims by offering educational classes that focus on the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault, stalking and dating/violence. Each victim is helped with emotional support and resources both from Tribal programs and local community programs. Court Advocacy Assists survivors with domestic violence court related appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO). 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. 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. Sexual Assault Advocacy The AST DV Sexual Assault Program is on-call 24 hours per day to provide emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to sexual assault survivors at hospitals, police stations and throughout the legal system. The program also serves 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. 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 Monday—Friday 8:00am— 5:00pm. To be connected with an advocate in a Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault emergency after hours you may contact Jackie Denny – 405-432-9377, Melissa Lopez – 405-432-9657, Linda Gouge – 405-585-8348 or Kimberly Stephens – 405-365-5698. 31 Horse M’say-way Wolf Mh’way-wah Wolf-­‐Mh’way-­‐wah Bear M’kwah Bear-­‐M’kwah SEPTEMBER 2013 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED PRSRT STANDARD MAIL U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 434 Shawnee, OK 74801 Cover art is a selection of Earnest Spybuck painting, “Procession Before War Dance” ca. 1910 AST-­‐Media Turtle-­‐Kah-­‐kee-­‐la Rabbit-­‐Pay-­‐Rabbit tah-­‐kee-­‐nay-­‐the Turtle Pay-tah-kee-nay-the kah-kee-la Language Corner September 2013 Horse-­‐M’say-­‐way ANIMALS Language Corner OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA 2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR. SHAWNEE, OK 74801 ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE Gov. Secretar Lt. Gov. Treasurer Kathy Deere ................. 118 Eddie Brokeshoulder(Fin.Consl) .......... 148 Arlene Herrera .............................. 119 Secretary Vera M. Dawsey............ 104 Jerry Ann Knox ............................. 186 Paul McIntire ................................. 154 Lt.Governor Isaac Gibson............. 132 Andy Warrior ................................ 189 Mary Billy....................................... 146 Clarice Murdock (Self Gov. Spec.) .... 205 Retha Wilson-Pearman ................. 112 Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe ... 188 Cora Masquas ................................ 187 Lesa Shaw ....................................... 181 FINANCE Belinda Collins(Controller) ...................... 162 Genevieve Foster(Asst. Cont.) .................. 161 Amy Hilderbrand (Pay. Spec.)................. 159 Jessica Gonzales .................................... 115 Courtney Green .................................... 129 Jenny Ware (Acct. Pay.) ........................... 143 Holly Davis (Acct. Pay. Spec.) .................... 144 Dee Wood (Staff Acct. II) .......................... 110 David Deer ............................................. 151 Twyla Blanchard (Staff Acct. II) ............. 175 Jennifer Hernandez(Budget Analyst) ....... 213 Glenna Jones (Grants) .......................... 145 HUMAN RESOURCES Elizabeth Clark .................................... 170 Rachael Lankford ................................. 111 Sue Ann Roberts ................................... 239 TITLE VI Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ..........169 Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun ........................180 Donna Butler ..........................................149 Robert Schoolfield .................................149 Ted Watson ............................................149 TERO Randy Edge (Dir.) ..................................135 Carol Butler ...........................................163 TAX COMMISSION / TAG Les Cusher..............................................136 Alicia Engler...........................................179 SOCIAL SERVICES Annie Wilson (Director) ...........................167 ABSENTEE SHAWNEE T(405) RIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENTor EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030 Tribal Complex 275-4030 1-800 256-3341 Absentee Shawnee Tribe - Shawnee Department Extensions EMAIL ADDRESSES FOR EMPLOYEES IS THE FIRST INITIAL OF THEIR FIRST NAME FOLLOWED BY THE LAST NAME AND @ASTRIBE.COM. FOR EXAMPLE, AN EMPLOYEE NAMED JOHN DOE CAN BE REACHED AT JDOE@ASTRIBE.COM. CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM UPDATED: JUNE 24, 2013 OTHER EXTENSIONS Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. .................................109 Representative Jeff Gibson ........... 202 Bldg. 1 Break Rm ..................................185 Rick Short ...................................... 158 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER Bucky LittleCharley .................... 585-8310 Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .........................211 ASEDA Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ............................191 Eddie Brokeshoulder ............................ 181 Duke Blanchard ........................... 585-3669 Finance Conference Rm ........................171 MAINTENANCE ATTORNEY Cecil Walker .......................................... 196 OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE Alyssa Campbell .................................... 134 All Nations Bank .......................... 273-0202 Whitney Weingartner ........................... 134 Reta Harjo ............................................. 128 ASEDA ......................................... 878-6782 Troy Littleaxe ........................................ 134 Stephen Fife ........................................... 176 AST Campus ................................ 275-4030 Michalah Anderson............................... 134 Donna Simon, Sherri Yetter, Isaac Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341 Bettelyoun, John Mann, Kevin Kaseca Brendle Corner ............................ 447-3372 COURT Tom White, Donnie Marshall, Lance Building Blocks ........................... 878-0633 Kathy Brock (Court Clerk) .................. 120 Nanaeto, Levi Littlecreek ..................... 211 ( Lauren May, Rick Short) Vanessa Ryder ....................................... 139 Housing ......................................... 273-1050 Sacha Almanza ...................................... 238 MUSIC Phil Bradley ........................................... 117 Indian Child Welfare................... 878-4702 (Summer Ackerman Sena Yesslith Ronelle Bouchard) CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP Joseph Blanchard(Director) .................... 203 MIS........................................ Helpdesk 400 Country Kitchen Restaurant ...... 366-7220 Esther Lowden (Gift Shop Manager) .. 122 Rico Coon .............................................. 208 Media(Sherman Tiger) ..................... 598-1279 Joshua Shawnee .................................... 122 Michael Berry ....................................... 183 OEH/OEP ..................................... 214-4235 Josh Gibson ........................................... 209 (Kenny Jones, Dennis Burks ) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES Nishant Shrestha ................................... 207 Police Dept.................. 275-3200 / 275-3432 Kimberly Stephens ................................ 156 Thunderbird Casino NRM ......... 360-9270 Jackie Denny ......................................... 108 POLICE DEPT............... 275-3200 / 275-3432 Shawnee Casino ........................... 273-2679 Linda Gouge (Sexual Assault Adv)...... 206 Brad Jackson (Chief) .............................. 182 Tribal Store (Little Axe) ................. 364-0668 Melissa Lopez ........................................ 195 Linda Day .............................................. 140 Harrah Smokeshop.................454-0055 Sujata Sturm ......................................... 168 Trent Norton ......................................... 155 LITTLE AXE CLINIC Anthony Johnson .................................. 141 Clinic - Medical ............................ 447-0300 EDUCATION JasonBrinker ......................................... 138 Margaret Ellis Admin Asst./Rec. ......... 193 Scott Wilson........................................... 174 After hours ................................... 447-0498 Tresha Spoon ......................................... 121 David Spector ........................................ 138 Clinic - Dental .............................. 307-9704 Diabetes ........................................ 360-0698 ELECTION COMMISSION Pharmacy...................................... 292-9530 PROCUREMENT Meredith Wahpekeche.......................... 150 Asaycia Clayton .................................... 178 Resource Center........................... 364-7298 Mary Ponkilla ....................................... 123 (Chrissy Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman) ENROLLMENT SHAWNEE CLINIC Larry Buckley ....................................... 107 Colleen Butler (Receptionist) ............... 101 Clinic (Bldg. 17)............................... 878-5850 Jonas Jacobs .......................................... 103 REALTY Pharmacy...................................... 878-5859 Rachel Howell (Director)...................... 125 Toll free .............................. 1-866-742-4977 HORSE SHOE BEND Johnnie Hagan (Probate) ..................... 126 (After School Program Director) Cecil Wilson........................................... 127 PAGING ZONES Edwina Butler-Wolfe ............................ 188 ALL PAGE ...............................................70 Finance page.............................................71 Treas. Rep --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A6d32edcf8dc73acc. Public record. Not legal advice.