# OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA (2011) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A6e6b2aa82dc3922e ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA LI-SI-WI-NWI “AMONG THE SHAWNEE” www.astribe.com June 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Committee Reports/ TERO/Resolutions/P. Rainmakers.............2-11 Native American Farmer Flyer...................11 Election info/sample ballot/letters...........12-14 Inaugural ball flyer...................................15 Veterans...................................................16 Health......................................................17 Bdays/thanks/congrats/Gov. Corner........18-20 Safety/Car Seat Flyers..............................21-22 Job postings ............................................23 Menu/Advertisements..............................24-27 GOVERNOR’S REPORT 2 JUNE 2011 Greetings fellow Tribal members: On April 28, 2011, I, and the other members of the Executive Committee received a letter from Ewell Longhorn stating his concerns about building permanent structures (a Casino) on Tribal Trust land ( the Tribal Complex). This new Casino is being built pursuant to a resolution passed by the Executive Committee (E-AS-2007-40) authorizing The Development of a Tribal Casino on the Tribal Complex for the purpose of expansion of Gaming Activities. This resolution was passed unanimously, and yes, Mr. Longhorn did vote YES. Mr. Longhorn evidently thought this was a great idea, or he would have voted NO. Did he think the new Casino would be a temporary, or Mobile Casino? It only seems feasible that the facility would be permanent. Mr. Longhorn’s next concern was about the financing for the project. His concern was that TEC Inc. secured the $4,250,000 loan with the Tribes gaming revenues. As any educated person is aware, when you apply for a loan, and especially one of this size, you MUST SHOW THE ABILITY TO REPAY THE LOAN. This is done by securing the loan with collateral. Tribal property and permanent assets cannot be used as collateral, therefore the only collateral available are liquid assets (cash flow, and revenue). The only other alternative is to remain stagnate, do not try to expand, do not try to move forward and provide better services to Tribal members. As our Tribe grows in numbers, our cash flow must grow also, or services to Tribal members must be reduced. Mr. Longhorn’s next concern is whether TEC was authorized to enter into a loan agreement with Mass Development to finance the new Casino. Executive Resolution E-AS- 2010-77 does give TEC Inc. the authorization to construct a new Gaming Facility on the Tribal Complex per Mr. Longhorn’s resolution E-AS-2007-40, and to initiate an agreement for financing the project. The Executive Committee passed this resolution with the expectation that TEC Inc. would keep them advised of progress reports of these negotiations, and as Shareholders Representatives, their opinions would at least be considered. TEC Inc. did not keep the Executive Committee informed in any way as to the progress of the financing process, and although members of the Executive Committee repeatedly asked for updates and details of the project, absolutely NO INFORMATION was forth coming from TEC Inc. or the Managers of Gaming operations. The Executive Committee was repeatedly told that plans, architectural designs, permits, loan documents, etc. were still in the process of being drawn up. The Executive Committee was not advised that a loan agreement was finalized by TEC Inc. and Mass Development until work was already underway on the project. Although Secretary Michelle Lopez is a member of the TEC Inc. board of directors, the Executive Committee was not aware that the financing was finalized until TEC Inc. had already made substantial advances on the financing, and the project was well under way. Although the loan agreement was signed and finalized on September 30, 2010, and several attempts were made to acquire details from TEC Inc., and Alyssa Campbell of L.A.I.C. LLP , I was not able to receive these documents until March of 2011. It is my opinion that TEC Inc. under the guidance of Alyssa Campbell did intentionally misrepresent and withhold vital information from the Shareholders and Shareholders Representatives. After reading the loan Respectfully, George Blanchard LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT Greetings Fellow Tribal Members, First, I want to apologize to all the departments who might of submitted articles or time sensitive information in last month’s newsletter. It was I who held up the print and distribution date of the newsletter due to the fact that I wanted to include the decision that was made by Judge Reeh, Interior Department Probate Judge, in the case between the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and the Potawatomi Tribe. This decision, which was in our favor, was a decisive definition of our tribal sovereignty as to governing our AST trust allotments. Through the efforts of staff, direction of the Executive Members and the support of the tribal members at court, were we able to be victorious in this case. I felt that this information needed to be made available to our tribal members as soon as possible, therefore, that was the reason for the delay of last month’s newsletter. Secondly, the date for the run-of election will soon be upon us. With that, I encourage each eligible voter of our tribe to exercise their voting privileges. As the weather has gotten nicer over the past few weeks, we have increased our outside projects and are making every attempt to show progress for all to see and be proud of. The grass cutting has started, renovations at Brendle Corner will be starting soon, a Peebly Road project is in the process, and we are negotiating a road project in the Johnson Community along with a few other projects. These are just some of the things our office is trying to accomplish during the upcoming months. As we begin and make progress, better details will be given as to keep the tribal members informed. As the weather warms construction will start and we will be very busy. The priorities are (1). AST Complex – Casino; (2). Newalla, Lindsey (Brendle Corner); (3). Kings Road – this will be a joint effort between the Tribe and Pottawatomie County; (4). Peebly – this will be a joint effort between the Tribe and Cleveland County. I would like to take this opportunity to wish Michelle Lopez a fond farewell and say what an experience it was to work with her as fellow Executive Committee members. I appreciated the fact that we were able to work together for the betterment of our tribe. I wish her good luck in her future. For any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact my office. Either I or someone from my staff will be glad to assist you. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement. /s/ Isaac Gibson, Jr. Lieutenant Governor JUNE 2011 Since IHS Compact funds, gaming revenues, gaming assets, and trust assets are excluded, it is unclear to me which significant Tribal assets are at risk with this loan. Mr. Longhorn didn’t explain this, so maybe he is unclear also, or, maybe there are no significant assets at risk. This loan did not mortgage, encumber, or endanger any existing tribal properties, holdings, or assets, therefore Mr. Longhorn’s accusation the Article V of the Tribal Constitution was violated are not only misleading to Tribal members, but untrue as well. 3 documents, it is my opinion that the reason for such secrecy pertaining to the loan documents is that if the Executive Committee was informed of all the details of this agreement, a directive would have been made requiring further negotiations prior to finalization of the agreement. Although it was not, in my opinion, illegal for TEC Inc. and Ms. Campbell to operate in this manner, it WAS highly unethical and disrespectful on their part. I do not believe TEC Inc., and all associated with the board of directors of TEC Inc. functioned in the best interest of the Tribe, and steps will be taken to remove them if at all possible. Mr. Longhorn expressed concern that no Executive resolution exists that authorizes the creation of TEC Inc. That is correct, TEC Inc. was formed under the Absentee Shawnee Corporation Ordinance, and according to the AST Attorney General’s office no resolution is required to form a Tribal Corporation. Mr. Longhorn’s next concern is the debt incurred by Li-Si-Wi-Nwi Health Inc. Mr. Longhorn’s first concern is that the Tribe waived its Sovereign Immunity while absolutely and unconditionally guarantying to make all payments due on the $26 Million loan. This was a limited waiver of Sovereign Immunity pertaining to the Medical Equipment and Clinic assets purchased with the loan monies for the JOINT VENTURE CLINIC only. As Mr. Longhorn must be aware, since he is by his own admission well schooled in the banking business, this is a standard procedure in business loans of this nature. These assets are not legally Tribal or Corporate assets until the loan is paid in full. (This is just like buying your home, it is not 100 percent yours until the mortgage is paid in full). Even then, the lender is restricted to placing a lien on the assets, not repossessing them. JUNE 2011 4 to thank the Enrollment staff for all of their hard work and for following the SECRETARY’S REPORT rules even though they were not able to do their jobs either. They still did Hello Tribal members, I would like what they were supposed to do acto start off by saying this has been a cording to the Enrollment ordinance. long journey for me. I started out as I appreciate it and hope that one day a house keeper and moved to the you will be able to do your jobs to get finance department as Reception/file the roles cleaned up. clerk, Accounts Payable assistant and My assistant Jerry Ann Knox for servthen on to the Secretary’s office as ing our tribe for Thirteen years doing Enrollment clerk/ Clothing and Burial the Meetings and all the Minutes, she Specialist. It was then that I decided has been very dedicated to her job to run for office of Secretary and with and has done an excellent job for the much surprise I won. That’s when I tribe. realized it’s harder than people think. I would like to mention a thank you All the problems you have to deal to the Attorneys that have worked for with and the unkind comments that the tribe. I for one know it’s hard to tribal members give you, really make please all of the members and EC it hard to feel that you have done at the same time. I really appreciany good for the tribe and its memate your hard work and would like bers. I did my best in the position of to show all tribal members a list of Secretary for the four years I was in accomplishment’s that your firm has office but to no prevail did I get what done for this tribe and just maybe the I wanted done before I left office. I tribal members will be more appreciatried the whole four years in office to tive to you and your firm. Following get the roles cleaned up and was unmy news letter will be a list of accomsuccessful due to the EC not wanting plishments that the current AG’s office to change any ones blood quantum has brought to this tribe. due to the fact that someone was kin I would like to mention that in the to them or they were afraid that they eleven and half years here at the tribe wouldn’t receive any votes on the I have come to know many co-worknext election. It’s very difficult to get ers and friends. I would like to thank someone’s blood quantum changed all of my co-workers for giving their all if they are related to an EC member. for our tribe and supporting me in all So with the EC members refusing to that I have accomplished. correct the blood quantum’s it was I feel good about what I have been very hard to uphold my constitutional able to do in these years of serving duties. I feel like if you were elected the tribe and its members. I have to do a job then no matter if your kin helped a lot of people and have to that person or not it’s up to you to helped get some new Economic do that job. Development started. So all is not I was elected to do a job and that is lost in the terms I have been in office. what I have tried to do in my terms in I would like to wish the tribe and its office and I apologize for not getting member’s great prosperity and good anything done to the roles. It will be luck with all endeavors. up to the next Secretary and good Secretary Michelle Armstrong-Lopez luck with that. I would however like LAIC - AG ACCOMPLISHMENTS - Attorney General’s Office has at least a 95% prosecution success rate - Investigated and are prosecuting fraud found in the Court Clerk’s office - Successfully negotiated a settlement in the ASEDA v. ASDG, Don Frick lawsuit that saved the Tribe a significant amount of money in legal fees - Provided legal services in conjunction with other attorneys in the Lynch dram shop case that ultimately led to the Tribe and Thunderbird Casino being granted summary judgment (winning the case) - Along with other employees, provided hundreds of hours of research and preparation on the IRS tax audits of the Tribe and Casino that ultimately resulted in savings of millions to the Tribe and Casino - With the assistance of Executive Committee members and staff have drafted key pieces of legislation, including but not limited to: (just to name a few) o Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance o Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act o Revisions to the Gaming Ordinance o Revisions to the criminal code, including a Controlled Substance Act - Served as the Tribal prosecutor in juvenile cases protecting Tribal children - Won a declaratory action against the Election Commission - Represented the Tribe in several actions in the Tribal Court - Defended the Tribe’s constitution in the Tribal Court - Defended and won numerous unemployment cases to save the Tribe money - Cut the cost of legal services to the Tribe by approximately 75% - Provided free legal advice to numerous tribal members on personal legal issues - Drafted wills and Powers of Attorney at no cost to tribal members - Negotiated with Cleveland Congratulations to Executive Committee’s Employee of Month May Winner, TREASURER’S REPORT Johnnie Mae Bettleyoun 2010 Audit should be completed in May Blessings to all Tribal Members, 2011 Hope all is well with you and yours! We appreciate all your phone calls, Remember to cast your vote in the emails, and visits. Enjoy your Memoelection on Saturday, June 18th or rial Weekend and this is the time the hopefully you got your absentee bal- outside Pow Wows begin and May lot sent in by May 29, 2011. This is God bless you and yours! See below your time to exercise your right as a articles from AllNations Bank; ASEDA tribal member. (ASEDA FLEET), Financial Consultant, 67th Annual General Council was well Eddie Brokeshoulder; and Finance attended by tribal members and we Department. appreciate you taking the time out to Respectively, Kathy Deere, Treasurer attend. We would like to thank the Elders for providing the meal it was delicious. Office of Treasurer had a FINANCE DEPARTMENT booth and hopes you received a gift of either a calculator or coffee mug The Finance office continues our efforts and received handouts of various in keeping the day to day activities financial documentation. Want to thank the ALLNations bank for provid- flowing efficiently and effectively through communication between ing a booth for handouts of services that your tribal bank provides and the the Finance office and Programs. In working together, we have found the raffles of four (4) savings accounts. most time effective and cost effective ASEDA (ASEDA FLEET) had a booth processes for transacting business. and we hope you received informaOur 2010 Audit is at the final stages tion about the new business ASEDA of completion. It began February 28, has started. 2011. The estimated completion date Office of Treasurer has been busy with executive committee and special is April 2011 or mid May 2011 and will include the MD&A (Management called meetings; we have been havDiscussion and Analysis). The MD&A ing at least 2 meetings a month due report is an informative report within to the new tribal members’ enrollments, informal mtgs, emails, numer- the 2010 Audit; which is a brief review and explanation of the Audit. The ous calls, and visits see below list: Attended monthly Program Directors/ Finance staff is working on the April reconciliations for financial reporting. Managers meeting The Audit should be an “unqualified” Attended the Monthly AST Health Board of Directors Meeting as Ad Hoc audit; which when compared to an educational grading scale would be an non-voting member A; but this we will not be known until Attended an interview panel for Exthe audit is complete. ecutive Director of Health The Indirect Cost Proposal for 2012 Attended Special called Executive will be prepared as soon as the 2010 Committee Meeting for new enrollees audit is complete. Our rate is up from about 270+ 17.74% for 2010 to 21.98% for 2011. Attended on May 19th, Grand Open- The finance department continues to ing of ALLNations Bank. JUNE 2011 Provided hundreds of hours, negotiating, drafting and reviewing documents for the $26 million Joint Venture project financing, bond structure, and corporate structure which by having this done internally saved the Tribe hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees 5 - complete accounting by the seventh day of the month and have been since August 2010; so that financial reports can be created for the Health Authority and Li Si Wi Nwi, Health Inc. boards for health programs both Shawnee and Little Axe. It is imperative the accounting / bookkeeping continue to stay ahead of all of the accounting so that audits go smoothly so that Indirect Cost rates will stay up to date as well. Indirect cost proposals cannot be submitted without completed audits as the audits are used to calculate the proposal. Respectfully, Belinda Collins, Controller The Tribe currently has compact funds of BIA and I H S, 51 Grants, and the new Clinic business. Hello to All of Our Absentee Shawnee Tribe Friends ALLNATIONS BANK IS INVITING EVERYONE TO THE GRAND OPENING OF OUR SHAWNEE BRANCH. OUR GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION WILL BE EACH DAY DURING THE WEEK OF MONDAY MAY 16TH THROUGH THURSDAY MAY 19TH! AN OPEN HOUSE WILL BE HELD EACH DAY FROM 9 TO 5. COME BY TO MEET THE STAFF AND TO REGISTER FOR LOTS OF PRIZES. THE DRAWING OF THE GRAND PRIZE, A 42 IN. FLAT SCREEN TV WILL BE ON THURSDAY THE 19TH AFTER A 1:30 RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY WITH THE SHAWNEE AND TECUMSEH CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE. YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO WIN. THE BANK’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BE AT THE RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY. EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ATTEND THE RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Finance Department has very hard working group of people and it is an honor to work with them, the Treasurer’s office and at the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. JUNE 2011 If you have any questions or needs, please call 405-275-4030 ext 162 and I will be glad to assist you in any way I can. There are many processes in place in your Tribe’s accounting department that ensure we keep accurate records of transactions. The Tribe’s accounting processes must be in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board). The AST Finance department recently took on the ASEDA accounting for the ASEDA board of directors and will be handling the accounting going forward including the ASEDA Fleet, the newest business endeavor for the ASEDA board; it is an honor and pleasure to handle this duty for you (the Tribal Membership), AST Tribal Executive Committee, and the ASEDA board. 6 Committee for providing the tools, resources and support to enable the finance staff to reach its accomplished goals and to continue with this effort. A special thanks and note of appreciation to Program Managers and Employees of the Tribe for their assistance and dedication in our group effort toward accomplishing our goal. Now that we are caught up, we are dedicated to continue our efforts in this direction. This department, as always, would like to extend a special thanks and note of appreciation to the Executive ALLNATIONS BANK IT’S GOING TO BE A GRAND TIME FOR ALL, SO DON'T FORGET TO MARK YOUR CALENDER. One of the bank’s most popular products is our small business loan package. A free checking account with the best interest rates in town has made this product a true winner. Our lending staff has helped many small business enterprises to realize their dreams. We offer a lot of business coaching to help our borrowers to maneuver through the challenges of owning and operating a small business. Drop by and visit with Gene Davis; he is looking forward to helping you with your small business needs. The bank is also interested in lending money to large business entities. Lending demand has been “soft” for the last couple of years due to the uncertainty of the economy. Now that our economy is starting to move again, this would be a great time to drop by and visit with Gene about refinancing company debt at very completive rates. Personal loans such as car loans, boat loans, or any other personal type loans are made every day with some of the best rates in town. Come by and get pre-approved and avoid the “hassle” of being qualified for financing when you visit the car dealership. Give us a chance to help you with your next car purchase. AllNations Bank has been helping the people of Canadian County with their lending needs for over 100 years. We would now like to do the same for the citizens of Pottawatomie County. If it’s agriculture, personal or business lending, or lending counseling we have the skill set to make a difference. So, to our friends of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe, let us help you. We are looking forward to meeting each of you at the Grand Opening! The coffee is on! Bob, Gene, Eugene and Staff ABSENTEE SHAWNEE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 1. ASEDA FLEET Inc. was formed under the Absentee Shawnee Corporation Ordinance, and is wholly owned by ASEDA Inc. No Tribal funds have been spent regarding this enterprise. This in turn, is wholly owned by The Absentee Shawnee Tribe. 2. It is the ASEDA board’s goal to finalize some very viable business opportunities that will prove to be beneficial to ASEDA and the Tribe by the end of this summer. 3. The ASEDA board has received several business proposals, and is awaiting the formal proposals before presenting them to the Executive Committee for perusal. No action will be taken without their input and approval of the Executive Committee. 4. Will continue to provide information monthly about ASEDA Fleet and other business ventures. NEWS FLASH: Received the first payment from David Thomas (Collaborative Partner, Park Lease of Plano, Texas) from the sale of two police cars to the Turkish Embassy. At this time, negotiations are ongoing with nine (9) Tribes to replace their vehicle fleets, and several very large corporations. For a brand new company, ASEDAFLEET Inc. is moving forward satisfactorily. If you would like more information, email, call or come by the office and we are located at Tribal Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Bldg 2, Shawnee, OK 74801. Office Phone ASEDAFLEET.com Respectively, ASEDA Board Members: Dan Little Axe, Adam Proctor, and Lyndale Waller JUNE 2011 AllNations Bank: Assisted and provided publicity information of various Tribal Leaders, Native News Media and local resources to Gene Davis, Chairman/ ASEDA 7 CEO of AllNations Bank in an effort of FINANCIAL CONSULTANT’S CORNER getting word out for the ribbon cutting and Grand Opening scheduled May “In My Corner” 19th. Hello Tribal Members Redstone Investments: The turn-out of our 67th Semi-Annual Controller and I held a monthly General Council Meeting, Little Axe investment account review by conferResource Center, April 16, 2011, ence call with Michael Kelley, Presiprovided an opportunity for Office of dent LPL Financial Advisor. Treasurer to distribute handouts of Office of Treasurer: financial information Revenue and Monitored and reviewed month ended Expenses (Unaudited) for January – financial encumbrance reports. December 2010 year end, Finance Department Flow Chart, Indirect Absentee Shawnee Economic DevelCost Flow Chart and a copy of the opment Authority, Inc. amended Constitution. ALLNATIONS Attended monthly board and strategy Bank and our newest tribal business development meeting of future busiventure ASEDA FLEET joined our ness ventures. booth area. Central National Bank Payroll Card: I have been involved in review and Instrumental in requesting Central participated in the following financial National Bank of Enid, Oklahoma to related activities: prepare a presentation to Executive Committee, Controller and Human Shawnee Economic Development Resources Department on benefits of Foundation (SEDF): utilizing a payroll card which is basiScheduled a meeting with Tim Burg, cally a pre-paid preloaded debit card. CEcD, Executive Director, of Shawnee Economic Development FoundaIf you were unable to pick up our tion. Purpose of meeting develop a financial handouts and are interbusiness relationship and partnership ested in copies, please call me at with SEDF, which has been absent 405.275.4030 ext 148, we will accomfor years with the Tribe. modate your request. Greater Area Shawnee Chamber of Respectfully Submitted, Commerce: Scheduled a meeting with Nancy Eddie Brokeshoulder Keith, President & CEO, Greater Area Financial Consultant Shawnee Chamber of Commerce. Purpose of meeting to build and develop a working relationship and promote marketing of businesses for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Hello Tribal Members it will almost be one year since I have been in office by the time you receive this article and I want to say it has been a positive year moving in a Direction that I believe is a positive move for the Executive Committee that is in Office at the moment. We the Executive Committee have been communicating and working together very Graciously and responding to everyday Business for the Tribe in a wonderful way and I’m glad to say it has been an honor to work with you Executive Committee at the present time. I know the Election for Governor and Secretary are at hand and I want to say Good luck to all that is Running for office…Keep in mind please come into this environment with an open mind and good heart cause that is what it’s going to take to work close with the existing Committee, We all express our opinions in a professional manner and hope that it continues in that fashion it makes working together a positive experience not just with me but all of us because we are here not for ourselves but for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and I hope all that read this realize that without the Absentee Shawnee tribal Citizens we wouldn’t have a job! So respect each tribal member with the utmost respect no matter the age cause we are all special…again it has been a good first year and honor to work for the Absentee Shawnee tribe of Oklahoma…. NE-YA-WA 8 JUNE 2011 Representative Jeff Gibson TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS OFFICE The following are Resolutions passed during the month of March 2011 The AST TERTO has been very busy, EXECUTIVE RESOLUTIONS: especially in the last 2-3 weeks. The wildfires that ravaged central E-AS-11-29 04/20/11 TERO DIRECTOR Oklahoma 6 weeks ago, burned Authorizes and approves the purchase down the Harrah smokeshop. AST of Bill Bayliss land, legally described TERO working with Belfor and AST as 820 S 374-M, Long Man Allotment, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive maintenance provided the workforce 1/1 surface rights and surface rights Phone 405.275.4030 ext 74801 toShawnee, clean up the OK burn site. This was a only in the S/2 S/2 NE/ NE/4 NE/4 of good example of the Tribe utilizing Section 18, Township 09 North, CellRange 405.432. redge@astribe.com their workforce, tribal programs and 1 East of the Indian Meridian, Clevedepartments working together for the land County, Oklahoma, containing betterment of the tribe and its people. 2.50 acres, more or less, at a negotiated and authorizing and approving the appropriation of funds from the AST TERO is still working with Nabholz, the construction managers, revenue of Thunderbird Casino for said and its subcontractors in getting tribal purchase. people on these work crews at the building of the new Little Axe clinic. E-AS-11-30 04/20/11 And AST TERO is working with J.L. Authorizes a Tribal Transportation Walker Construction for the construc- Improvement Maintenance Plan for the tion of the new 14,000 sq ft casino in routes designated as Peebly Route 8824, Little Axe Complex, Route Numfront of the Tribal campus. ber 8898, and the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex Route Number 8898. AST TERO has been busy meeting with all contractors and subcontractors connected with both of these 04/20/11 E-AS-11-31 projects. Contractors come into the Supports the Sac and Fox Nation AST TERO office, meet with TERO in their opposition of a proposed director and the work crews are nego- interchange at Interstate 40 and tiated, using the AST workforce. Bryan Street, Shawnee, Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma as proposed by the Again it is important that everyone, Oklahoma Department of Transportation. Indian and non-Indian, come into the TERO office and get signed. AST E-AS-11-32 04/20/11 TERO is looking for all trades skilled Approves and accepts Thaddeus and unskilled. Ethan Alford, Skylar Dean Cooksey RANDY EDGE Lewis, Cierra Dawn Lewis, Katlyn Hope Cooksey Lewis, Jon Paul Gower, Kara Joe Gouge, Ashlynn Jean Gouge, Ma- 04/20/11 E-AS-11-34 Authorizing, adopting and approving the submission of an application to the administration of Native Americans Social Economic Development Strategies (SEDS) Program and in connection with such application, does resolve and make assurances that all efforts and documents are in compliance with any and all program requirements. 04/20/11 E-AS-11-35 Authorizing and approving a change in the Administrative Systems Manual located in Chapter III, Section 13 Part C and in Chapter III Section 13 Part L Subpart IV regarding the Tribe’s travel regulations and guidelines, effective November 1, 2010. (Per diem and mileage reimbursement) LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTIONS: 04/20/11 L-AS-11-04 Amends the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma Criminal Code to add Sections 541, 542, and 543 as provided for in attachment “Exhibit A”, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY. (Regarding the manufacturing and distribution of drugs and drug paraphernalia) sentee Shawnee Foster Care Licensing Committee of Annette Wilson for a three (3) year term effective March 20, 2011 and expiring March 20, 2014. EXECUTIVE RESOLUTIONS: 05/04/11 E-AS-11-39 Authorizes and re-appoints Donna Jones to the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma’s Tax Commission for a two (2) year term, effective April 14, 2011 and expiring April 14, 2013. E-AS-11-36 05/04/11 Approving the granting of an easement on the tribal complex in favor of Oklahoma Gas And Electric Company, and authorizing Governor George Blanchard as signature authority to execute the easement, effective immediately. E-AS-11-37 05/04/11 Approves and accepts Justin Doyle Westberry, Hayley Morgan Westberry, Casey Lydale Westberry, Amanda Lejean Westberry, Kylee Brooke Hibdon, Konner Brian Hibdon, Taryn MacKenzie Thornhill. Adrian Miguel Starr, Kailas Dail Mack, Riley Dean Garretson, Cody Ronald Garretson, Nathaniel Konrad Irvin, Benjamin Raymond Irvin, Brian James Lowe, Justin James Lowe, Charles Jake Kilraine Lowe, Braylon James Lowe, Ariah MaRae Lowe, Trenton James Lowe, Destenie DeAnne McMillen, Audrey Catherine Sung-Hee Lee, James Stacey Chung-Sun Lee, Christopher Ashton Lee, Tristan John Brown, Moira Colleen Ryan, Cullen Patrick Ryan, Talia Sharee Haumpy, Tacie A'lize Haumpy, Ladarius Eugene Boyd, Xavier Tyrik Boyd, Jasey Belle Engledowl, Alexia Michelle Engledowl, Susan Kay Koontz, Gary Lee Ozeretny, Adilynn Magnolia Wilson, Asa Lynch Wilson, Jaleigh Renee Tolbert, Jayvaughn Charles Tolbert, Jayana Laneis Watkins, Jalyne Alexis Watkins, John Wendall Gage Parke, Michael Houston Kilmer, Cheyenne LaShell Kilmer, Brittany Michelle Kilmer, Kayla Marlene Kilmer, Brandon Keith Kilmer, Ethan Allen Kilmer, Victor Shane Lowe and Derek Thomas Morlan as enrolled members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma as of the date of this resolution. 05/04/11 E-AS-11-38 Approves the reappointment to the Ab- E-AS-11-40 05/04/11 Authorizes and re-appoints Janie Floyd as a member of the Absentee Shawnee Tax Board of Commissioners for a two (2) year term, effective April 14, 2011 and expiring April 14, 2013. E-AS-11-41 05/04/11 Authorizes, adopts and approves the submission of an application to the Administration for Children and Families, Family Violence Prevention and Services/Grants for Domestic Violence Shelters/Grants to Native American Tribes (Including Alaska Native Villages) and Tribal Organizations with the authority pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 10409, and further authorizing such approval for submission for the entirety of the fiscal year 2011 and continuing until the Year 2016. 05/18/11 E-AS-11-42 Directs the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Southern Plains Regional Office, Branch of Transportation to compile the required documentation and submit the document to the BIA, Central Office for additions to the Tribe’s current IRR Inventory. E-AS-11-43 05/18/11 Amends AST Resolution No. E-AS-201113, in which the Tribe authorizes not more than Twenty Five Percent (25%) of the Indian Reservation Roads (IRR) Transportation Budget, be allocated to an IRR Roads Maintenance Line Item, within the BIA Transportation Budget. E-AS-11-44 05/18/11 JUNE 2011 04/20/11 E-AS-11-33 Grants voluntary relinquishment of membership of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma to Larry Otis Coffee provided that he is accepted into the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma. The following are Resolutions passed during the month of May 2011 9 rissa Janell Gouge, Goodchief Justice Martinez, Bryleigh Marie Harjo, Daniel Clayton Leedom, Zackery Dene Jones, Samuel Lee Allen Sabre Harris, Rebecca Rose Lillie Harris, Norman Neal Blanchard II, Norah Gisele Blanchard, Jessica Lyn Ellis and Shelby Ann Bethell as enrolled members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma as of the date of this resolution. Authorizes the submission of a Tribal Transportation Improvement Plan to be placed on the Bureau of Indian Affairs Control Schedule with a construction need of one (1) for FY 2010 and 2011. E-AS-11-45 05/18/11 Approves and accepts Colton James Scott, Salvatore Westbrook Anania, Tyson Riley Wenholm, Casey Andrew Wenholm, Lacey Alexandra Williams, Melanie Rochelle Leedom, Jace Gabriel Masquas, Gavan Wayne Spybuck, Darrell Wayne Burnett, Ryan Jennings Berry, Shane Tecumseh Berry, Hudson Kennedy Siemon, Makayla Lynn Morton, Teddy Lynn Fontenot, Joshua Dwight Littlecreek, and Jade Marie Littlecreek as enrolled members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma as of the date of this resolution. E-AS-11-46 05/18/11 Approves the re-appointment of Tresha Spoon for a (2) two year term expiring March 20, 2013 to the Absentee Shawnee Foster Care Licensing Committee. 10 JUNE 2011 LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTIONS: 05/18/11 L-AS-11-05 Rescinds Resolution L-AS-2008-45 effective immediately; and authorizes and approves Becky Prewett, Procurement Officer Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma the use of a corporate credit card for business purposes only with a credit limit of Thirty Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($30,000.00), effective immediately. 05/18/11 L-AS-11-06 Rescinds Resolution L-AS-2010-20 effective immediately; and authorizes and approves a corporate G.S.A. Smart Card with a credit limit of Fifty Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($50,000.00) for the Procurement Department of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma and authorizing Becky Prewett, Procurement Officer to use same for the purpose of preparing conference and travel arrangements for the Tribe, effective THUNDER MEDICAL’S COLLABORATIVE PLATFORM IMPROVES HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN UNDERSERVED AMERICA Financially sustainable health care for rural America has escalated into an epic-level challenge. According to Indian Health Services (IHS), compared to urban dwellers, tribes face 750 percent more tuberculosisrelated deaths, 550 percent higher incidents of alcoholism, and 90 percent more diabetes. Rural (non-Tribal) regions, home for more than 20 percent of America’s population (about 6.14 million people), do not fare much better. Nearly 50 percent of rural residents have at least one major chronic illness and suffer from more traumatic injuries that result in higher risks of death than urban market populations. A team of best-in-class specialists launched Thunder Medical, LLC, to enable these underserved communities to access and develop financially sustainable healthcare. The company’s proprietary approach applies a six-part strategy platform (see graphic) to reduce facility construction 28%, increase collections 20%, optimize buying power for medical supplies and improve profitability by as much as 35%. Thunder is a Native American-owned, Oklahoma-based company. The firm serves as a single source healthcare performance-improvement resource for remote market clinics and hospitals. One call connects its customers with best-in-class providers who share Thunder Medical’s commitment to address the unique medical service needs of rural markets to ensure sustained financial feasibility. 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The polling places are located at the Police Department on the Tribal Complex and at the AST Resource Center located in Little Axe. The voting times are from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at both locations. The candidates are as follows: 12 JUNE 2011 For the office of Governor: George Blanchard Ewell Longhorn For the office of Tribal Secretary: Leonard Longhorn Teri Reed (Teresa White) 13 JUNE 2011 person. I feel like we should be more active in helping tribal members attain non-AST jobs through partnerships with private corporations or with other tribes. If elected, I would like to help with this type of initiative, even though this might be outside of the responsibilities of the Secretary’s office. IMPORTANT ISSUES As an elected official of our tribe, I want to focus on: Fellow Tribal Members: My name is Teri Reed (Teresa White). I hope that you will allow me to serve you as your next tribal Secretary. I feel that I am qualified for this position and that I can be an advocate for some positive changes for our tribe. 14 JUNE 2011 Since announcing my candidacy for this position, I’ve been pleased that some tribal members have contacted me to ask questions, to let me know about their concerns, or to voice their support of my candidacy. I’ve met some new friends and renewed some old acquaintances. I appreciate the input that I have received and I plan to continue to seek out opinions that will help shape my insight to the problems and concerns of tribal members. The question I get most often is about providing jobs for tribal members. This is an important issue and I am all for making AST jobs available to tribal members on a priority basis. I like what we’re doing with T.E.R.O. I believe in providing adequate training /retraining to AST employees as necessary. I do not believe that tribal members should be retained in those positions if their job performance is below satisfactory levels. I do not believe that the Executive Committee should provide specific job related information about any individuals’ job performance to anyone else (inside or outside of the tribe) unless we have authorization from that Improving the financial health and future well being of our tribe so that all tribal members benefit, regardless of where they reside Strengthen and improve our services to the elders Seek out and provide work opportunities for those who can/want to work Provide more educational incentives for our youth, our future leaders BUSINESS EXPERIENCE I have an extensive background in the business and corporate world. I was an executive for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for 27 years. During that time I held a lot of different jobs. Business Office Area Manager – Supervised a workforce of over 90 employees including 6 managers Certified Trainer and Instructor – Traveled all over the state training employees on statistical data analysis, team building, leadership skills and problem solving Corporate Trouble Shooter and Consultant – Lead work teams all over the country who were working on multi-million dollar projects. It was my job to come in and analyze their data, determine their problems, and get them organized to make significant changes President/Vice President Chamber of Commerce - Noble Chamber of Commerce and Little Axe Chamber of Commerce ASEDA Chairman of the Board – Worked with Executive Committee 2007-2008 Real Estate Broker/Consultant – Currently independent real estate broker consultant with Metro Brokers of Oklahoma My goal as your elected Secretary is to effectively and efficiently manage and grow revenue opportunities for the AST and the casino operations, while taking advantage of as many grant opportunities as possible. I feel my business and statistical analysis background will be an asset in helping to guide tribal endeavors. My past work history provides a strong foundation of business experience that can be used to benefit the tribe. From my work experiences, I’ve learned that a diverse group of people working together can bring far greater rewards than anything one person can accomplish alone. I believe that for the Executive Committee to be its’ most effective, you need the following: 1.Diverse group of individuals, both male and female, with differing opinions 2.People who are fair and honest 3.Willing to work as a team 4.Level headed and logical thinking (Common Sense Approach) 5.Experienced in business because they will need to be able to make responsible business decisions and be able to represent the tribe in business dealings I believe I can make a positive contribution in each of these areas and I hope that you will vote for me on June 18th. 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Among the subjects talked about were: The Tribal color guards participation in: • General Council meeting on Saturday, April 16th, where they will post the colors to start the meeting • The posting and retiring of the colors at the Tecumseh High School Native American Club Pow Wow. The event will be held at THS Football Field [901 North 13th Street, Tecumseh, OK] on Saturday, April 23rd. • The Grand Re-opening of Horseshoe Bend, in Johnson Community, north of Shawnee. The CG will raise the flags before the ceremony, in front of the facility. The guard will also post the colors and retire the colors to begin and end the event. • The group will also participate in the upcoming the annual Red Earth Parade on Friday, June 3rd which will take place near Bricktown in Downtown Oklahoma City. • The 1st City of Norman Veteran’s Day parade on Friday, November 11th. 16 JUNE 2011 New vests were issued to members of the color guard. The new vests display a new take on the Tribal emblem, designed specifically for the veterans group by Tribal member Darrell Larney. Association members unanimously voted to keep the emblem, on the back of the vests, plain with no alterations allowed. The next Veterans meeting will be on Wednesday, May 13th, at Thunderbird. The meeting will begin at 7PM with a pot-luck dinner to follow. The Tribal Veterans Association meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Thunderbird Casino, 15700 E. Highway 9, Norman, OK. If you would like more information about the Tribal Veterans Association or to schedule the color guard -for an event or a Military Funeral Honor- call John Vanderburg, Administrations Officer, at (405) 481-3822. Update: The April 23rd Tecumseh High School Native American Club Pow Wow was held at the Tecumseh Basketball Arena because of heavy rain and thunderstorms. The Color Guard posted and retired the flags while sporting their new green vests. The Pow Wow Committee presented the Color Guard with two grocery baskets, a Pendleton blanket, a shawl and a case of water. In attendance, at the pow wow, was a woman by the name of Eugenia Lena and her 3 children. The family had recently lost their home due to a fire. Pow wow officials honored them with a blanket dance- to encourage people to help out the four. Members of the color guard, contributing donations and donating the two grocery baskets they had received earlier that night. May's Tribal Veterans meeting was called to order, by Commander Walter Larney at approximately 1905 hours. The Pledge and Creed were led by First Sergeant David Little and the invocation by Chaplain Don Schulenberg. Ewell Longhorn, thanked the group, on behalf of the White Turkey Band, for the Color Guard raising the colors, posting the colors and retiring the colors at the Grand re-opening of Horseshoe Bend. New Business: • The group decided a special khaki pant would be added to the color guard uniform, as opposed to the original idea of wearing the dress blue pants. • The association has decided to use funds accumulated from the “coffee can” account to purchase a new, much needed laptop computer. • June’s meeting will be the final opportunity for veterans interested in becoming “Charter” members of the Tribe’s upcoming American Legion post. Other veterans may join after June’s deadline but will not hold the status of Charter members. Old Business: • The group is still searching for name for the upcoming Tribal American Legion Post. The name must be that of a deceased veteran who fought in a major war and was highly decorated. • The Tribal Veterans Association will participate in the upcoming Red Earth Parade on Friday, June 3rd, in Downtown Oklahoma City. The parade will begin at 10AM. The next AST Veterans Association meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 8th at Thunderbird Casino. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7PM. Diabetes & Wellness Program Booth during General Council focused on “Are you up to Date on Your Diabetes Care” Tara Conway, MS, RD/LD, CDE and Chrissy Wiens educated all persons who came by about the importance of receiving your annual screenings, knowing your numbers and the importance of nutrition and physical activity for good diabetes control. The Diabetes Program has implemented case management services to help persons diagnosed with diabetes get the care they need. ARE YOU UP-TO-DATE ON YOUR DIABETES CARE? Please call 405-878-4702 or 405-360-0698 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you and providing you with the services you need!!!! Benefits of a Tobacco Free Worksite In Oklahoma there are an estimated 650,000 adult smokers of commercial tobacco. Promoting and supporting a tobacco-free worksite is more than just good business sense – it’s a noble cause. It says a lot about your commitment to your employees and patients. Tangible areas where a tobacco free worksite will have a positive impact: 1.Protect Your Employees Health & Others 2.Lower Your Cost of Health Care 3.Increase Productivity and Morale 4.Reduce Absenteeism When You’re Ready to Quit, We’re Ready to Help!!! For more information contact the REACH US Program at 405.878.4702 Ext 173 about Smoking Cessation classes. DON’T FORGET TO NYPD CAMP JUNE 13-17, 2011, SLOTS STILL AVAILABLE!!!!!! JUNE 2011 Although most people are aware that exercise is good for your health, for many people the most strenuous exercise they get is climbing a flight of stairs at the end of the day. The list of excuses people give for not exercising is seemingly endless. They say they are not athletically inclined, that work takes up all their time, their too tired, overweight or out of condition. In fact though, exercise is accessible to everyone, and it doesn’t need to take much time. Just keep moving in any way throughout the day. Here is just a reminder what exercise can do for you and your health. Regular Exercise can benefit your health in so many ways besides losing unwanted pounds, it also helps strengthen your muscles, bones, and increase endurance that can help you reduce the risk of injury and illness. Exercise also helps your lungs take in more oxygen, lowers heart rate, cholesterol, blood pressure which reduces risk of heart attacks, strokes, and it can help prevent or help manage type I & II Diabetes. Exercise can also help improve your self esteem, skin, digestive system, circulation and reduce risk of hardening of the arteries. Exercise reduces stress and also helps your quality of sleep. These reasons alone should be enough to start wanting to put yourself first and start making small steps towards being a better you with a better life. The Diabetes and REACH US Programs had several events at both wellness facilities in April focused on physical activity which included an Easter Hop walk, completed the employee 5 on 5 basketball challenge and sponsored two teams in the OIDC golf scramble. Is Your Diabetes Care Up To Date? 17 Diabetes & Wellness / REACH U. S. Health & Prevention Programs In Honor of Employee Health & Fitness Month Happy Birthday Arlene!! From your AST Clan HAPPY FATHERS DAY To our Dad SHAWN BYERS We love you very much! Your Boys Sebastian & Christians Happy Fathers Day to my pawpaw Marvin Smith Love Ryder Happy 18th Birthday & High School Graduation Samuel Byers We are very proud of you! Aunt Sherry, Uncle Shawn & families HAPPY BIRTHDAY Lindsey & Nolan Love, Marvin & Sherry Happy Birthday Rae-Ray!!! Love Sister!! Happy Birthday! “Darren Shields” June 20th Love, Mom & Dad and rest of the family Happy Fathers Day Shannon, Shawn & John From Sherry 18 JUNE 2011 Happy 6th Birthday DJ!! Love you very much little big man!! momma, daddy, sister, grandma, and papa HAPPY FATHERS DAY TO: Roy Gene, Gary, Everett, Corey, Todd, Leonard, Sid, Chubs, Clay, Eli, Kevin, Manual & Landon We love you guys! Anderson, Jeffery Eugene Arms, Eva Nikkole Armstrong, Bobby Joe Arns, Helen Marie Atabaigi, Victor Arman Atchico, Kevin Todd Atwood, Cynthia Ruth Atwood, Dalana Ann Barnett, Susan Renee Bates, Darwin Lee Bates, Edwin Gale Bates, Horace Ray Bates, Leah Daphne Ann Beach, Madison Sue Bear, Wally Eugene Bell, Patsy Marie Rolette Bettelyoun, Lester John Bigpond, Michael Ray Blackburn, Brittney Renee Blackburn, Nicole Ann Blackburn, Reba Gayle Blanchard, Frances May Blanchard, Joshua Darand Blanchard, Linda Sue Blanchard, Mark Leeroy Blanchard, Ryan Lee Blanchard, Trinity Morgan Bluewater, Marty Bonham, Megan Louise Bradley, Megan Nicholle Brewer, Zelda Sue Brokeshoulder, Gerald C. Brown, Jearldean Louise Brown, Shedrick Tremain Brunson, Michelle Denise Bryant #173529, Christopher Michael Bui, Robert Dao Bullard, Carolyn Sue Burgess, Anthony Wayne Burris, Joyce Ann Byers, Samuel Ezra Chapline, Annabelle Rene' Charley Jr., Eugene R Charley, Shawna Tracy Chasteen, Patricia Marie Haskins Ciulla, Casimer James Clark, Christian Eugene Clark, Mary Esther Clem, Sherry Michelle Cobell, Miranda Pauline Cochrane, Arthur Kent Coddington, Kevin Dwayne Coddington, Michael William Coddington, Nicole Chenoa Coffee, Bradlee Roy Combs, Regina Mae Corpus, Alyce Karen Creek, Allison Jaine Creek, Shelia Maria Cruz-Larney, Leonardo Davis, Gary Brent Davis, Jeremy Ray Deer, Brayden Nathaniel Deer, Channa Racyne Delodge Jr., Dwight Lee DeLodge, Tiger Kaseca Dibler, Jimmy Floyd Dodds, Audrey Scroggins Douglass, Catalyna Jade Dunford, Dustin Everett Eason, Gemini E`lane Ekk, Joyce Lynn Gant Ellis Jr., Paul Samuel Ellis, Joshua Lee Felton, Beverly Ann Finley, Charles Christopher Fixico, Kyeanna Rochelle Flippen, Gale Foreman, Lisa Ann Frazier, Lisa Deanne Fritsch, Cheryl D. Sloat Gant, Phillip Monroe Garcia, Jennifer Gail Garfield, Doreecesha La Shawn Garretson, Sandra Jean Gibson Sr., Isaac Gibson, Bryan Scott Gibson, Kyle Wayne Gibson, Lourie Ann Gonzalez, Kacey Lynn Grass, Gregory Ryan Grass, Skylur Dain Guthrie, William Thomas Harjo, Samantha MacHel Harjo, Viola Harjo Harjoe, Theodore Mose Harris, Rebecca Rose Lillie Harvey, Rowena Gail Herrera, Arlene June Herrera, Jose Alfredo Hibdon, Kylee Brooke Hill, Ryan Warren Hood, Flora Jean Hood, Leah Irvin, Darlene Gosney Jackson, Tenain A-Tye Jackson, Tyson Joel Sweeney Jacobs, Mistie Leann Johnson, Bryan Austin Johnson, Dane Echogee Johnson, John Raymond Johnson, Joseph Tarron Johnson, Nahtanha Kai Johnson, Tillman Aaron Johnson, Travis Eric Johnson, Troy Kastl, James Edward Kelough, LaChrista Kay Kennedy, Cheryl Ann Edwards Ketakea, Ashley Paige Kickapoo, Brandy Jo Kihega Jr., Michael John Kilmer Jr, Gregory Keith Kilmer, Michael Houston Kinley, Taylor Jordan Koontz, Susan Kay Kowitz, Shelly Anne Kupczynski, Mary Lee Larney, Harriet Lee Leitka, MacKlyn Chappell Lewis, Mariah Nicole Lewis, Mark Stephen Lewis, Skylar Dean Cooksey Lime, Andrew Barry Little Axe, Arianna Danielle Little Axe, Claude Tyner Little Axe, Lisa Annette Little Charley, Virgil Ray Little Creek, Calvin Dale Littlebear Sr., Michael Littlebear, Marquitta Annette Littlecreek, Arnold Kent Littlecreek, Christopher Dwight Littlecreek, Drew Michelle Longhorn, Darrell Eugene Longman, Andrea Kay Low, Sadie L. Spybuck Walley, Lowana Gale Warrior, Andrew Keith Warrior, Luana Christie Warrior, Lydia Rose Washington Sr., Algene Washington, Karen Rose Watkins, Fawn Lil`grass Watkins, Freddie Lee Watson Jr., Gregory Doyle Watson, Darrell Dean Watson, Katie Jean Webb, Raven James White, Xander Ralph Whitney-Coon, Davin Zane Whitten, David J. J. Thomas Wietelman, Ebaney Bionca Lynn Williams, Ethan Beau Williams, James Robert Williams, Kimberly Marie Wilson, Adilynn Magnolia Wilson, Hannah Mae Wilson, James Leon Wilson, Marvin Edward Wilson, Michele Renee Wilson, Shi Ann Delarae Wilson, Wesley Sheldon Winegar, Juanita Jean Winter-Engrav, Katherine Dorene Witt, Jacob Matthew Wolfe, Richard Ray Wright, Shane Allen Yeahpau, Eden Dione Tribal member nominated for “Student of Excellence Award” Tribal member, Susan Nicole Olivia White, daughter of Charles D. & Paige White, granddaughter of Charles D. and Lorene E. White, a senior at Tulsa Edison Preparatory High School has been nominated to represent her school as this year’s American Indian Senior for the “Student of Excellence” recognition from the Greater Tulsa Area Indian Affairs Commission. The Greater Tulsa Area Indian Affairs Commission recognizes one graduating senior from each of the nine Tulsa Public Schools. Susan will be awarded this recognition on Monday, May 23, 2011. Susan has four older brothers and one younger brother. A belated thank you from She is an honor student and the family of David Kaseca. has played Varsity Softball We would like to thank all as a pitcher/outfielder all the relatives and friends four years at Edison Prepawho made it easier with ratory. Susan plans to begin their help and support her college career at Tulsa during this difficult time. A Community College concenspecial thank you to Govtrating on nursing, eventually ernor George Blanchard attaining a degree as an OB/ and Sue; Wynona Coon GYN nurse or midwife. She and staff plus the mainteenjoys horse-back riding nance staff who came out and her large family. Susan on a cold morning. also has three sisters-in-law, JUNE 2011 Sanchez, Josefa Yolanda Seber, James Eddie Serena, Nicole Inez Raelynne Shawnee, Lindsay Gael Shields, Darren Simpson, Flora Mae Simpson, Lisa Rudine Simpson, Raechel Rayann Sipple, Patrick Michael Slayton, Sharon Virginia Sloat, Jerry Ray Sloat, Lezlie Marie Sloat, Shirley Ann Smith, Brian Keith Smith, Chandria Jean Smith, Scott Alan Smith, Shad Michael Snake Floyd, Janet Lynne Soap, Margaret Angela Spoon, Ashley Nicole Spoon, David Clayton Spriggs, Donald Ray Spybuck, Jason Evan Squire, Donald Ray Squire, Joseph Lynn Squire, Leroy Ricky Stacey, Rosalyn Steinruck Jr., Harold Eugene Stephens, Rebecca Pauline Steves, Gary Wayne Stewart, Lonita Virginia Williams Street, Louise Axe Washington Stricklin, Eugene Stanley Taff, Nancy Ann Tascier, Susan Wilkerson Temple, Ginger Lee Thorpe, Tyrone Guthrie Tiger, Emma Kay Tiger, Gerald Tiger, Kwinten Danyl Tiger, Michael Wayne Tiger, Nancy Rae Tiger, Riley Eugene Tiger-Onzahwah, Preston Zachary Tilley, Nolan Grant Tolbert, Janis Lavonne Wahpepah, Pauline White 19 Lowe, Braylon James MacK, Justin Wayne Mack, Kevin Lee Mahardy, Bradley Gene Mahardy, Lacey Rochelle Masquas, Izaiah Zazueta McGowan, Charles Lee McGuire, Kelsey Nicole McMahan, Camdyn Rae Melton, Kalen Mykel Michaelson, Carol Sue Morton Michaelson, James Ross Mitchell, Trevor Micah David Montgomery, Richard Henry Aaron Morgan, Billy Joe Morgan, Twila Marshella Morton, Madison Skye Morton, Misty Lynn Morton, Rachel Raynell Murdock, Wisper Dawn Nelson, Taylor Paige Nicewander, Troy Lynn Nicholson, Peggy Mayrie Welch Onzahwah, David Levi Ozeretny, Patricia R Musick Pearce, Eileen Pearson, Etta Axe Washington Petty, John Eric Matthew Pine, Rita Ann Pitchford, Lyria M. D. Proctor, Sonia Danielle Raisbeck, Christopher Gene Ramirez #380838, Virginia Ramirez, Manuela Ramirez, Tiffany Ann Reading, Gregory Tyler Respicio, Nicholas Lee Rides At The Door, Maleah Jane Riedel, Linda Mae Robinson Robbins, Ariel Nicole Robertson, Jimmy Robertson, Marion James Rolette, Tyler Austin Ryan, Moria Colleen Ryder, Holland Thomas Sanchez, Eder Pavel three nephews and two nieces, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins! The Greater Tulsa Area Indian Affairs Commission consists of eight individual members and 15 member organizations. Individual members shall be of American Indian ancestry. The organization’s primary mission is the advancement of American Indian culture and heritage and/or the provision of services to American Indians. Congratulations, Susan! EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH 20 JUNE 2011 Johnnie Mae Bettleyoun April 2011 She is a very hard worker, dedicated, friendly to everyone, and we can depend on her to make sure our Elders receive their meals. We believe she doesn’t get thanked enough for all she does. She is always willing to help anyone and serve as a positive example. She is an Elder herself and has been with the Tribe for years. We appreciate all she does, her professionalism and kind words she has for everyone. Not to mention all the delicious food she prepares on a daily basis for the Elders and Tribal members. Top Summer Safety Tips By Amanda Rock, About.com Guide Promoting Safe and Stable Families is always looking out for the safety and well being of our families and felt these selected tips were best beneficial for your summer safety. Upon Heading Out the Door · Lather everyone up with sunscreen. For your preschooler, choose a product designed for children that has an SPF of at least 30 and make sure it is designed to protect against both UVA and UVB rays. · Make sure everyone is wearing appropriate clothing -- light colored, nothing too heavy and OK for the activity that is planned (you don’t want your daughter in a strappy sundress and dress sandals if she’ll be running around at the playground). In Your Yard If you have a pool and it isn’t surrounded by a fence that locks, consider investing in one immediately, fence should be four-sided with a gate that is self-closing and self-locking. The goal is to have a separate pool/pond/standing water area so a child can’t walk out the door or into your yard and right into the pool. · No child should be in the water unless there is an adult on hand, even if your child knows how to swim or is wearing a floatation device. · Make sure any outdoor containers that you have -- sheds, storage bins, trash cans, even the trunk of your car -- are closed and locked. As kids run and play outside, it can be tempting to hide in one of these types of places, but they can get hot very quickly. In only seconds a child can be trapped inside, leading to a potential tragedy. In the Car · Most important: Never leave a child alone in the car. Aside from abduction dangers, in the summertime, car temperatures can soar very quickly -- even if the temperature isn’t ridiculously hot. Even with the windows down, a car can get very warm, very fast. Best bet, take your child with you, even if you are going into a store just for a minute. At the Playground/Home Swing Set 21 JUNE 2011 · Check out the equipment. Is everything anchored properly? Is the set in good shape? Look for sharp edges and open-ended hooks on swings. Make sure the surface that kids will be running (and possibly falling) on is cushioned -- common types include rubber mats, wood chips and sand. Touch everything. Is it too hot for bare skin to touch? The Price of An Accident is Always High. Proper use of child restraints nationwide during the past 30 years has saved the lives of 8,325 children under the age of 5. Make elder homes safer by reducing tripping hazards, adding grab bars and railings, and improving the lighting in their homes. Offer elders an alternative to being prisoners in their own home; Tai Chi offers muscle strength, improved balance, and increased mobility. Buckle up not only because it’s the law, but it’s your life. AST IP Offers: Car Seat Safety Assessments/ Replacements Home Safety Assessments for Elders Tai Chi Classes for Elders to improve muscle strength, balance, and mobility Free Defensive Driving Course 22 JUNE 2011 with the AST Police Department Contact AST Injury Prevention Program for available services to Native Americans in our community! CURRENT JOB POSTINGS AS OF MAY 5, 2011 GAMING COMMISSION - Surveillance Director - Compliance Officer - Surveillance Operator COURT/LEGAL/POLICE - Supreme Court Tribal Judge BUILDING BLOCKS - Floater DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - PT Victim Advocate HEALTH - Staff Physician – Shawnee Clinic - Director of Pharmacy Services - Software Engineer III - Counselor/Therapist - LPN (2) Job descriptions will be available online: http://www.astribe.com/Employment.html If you have any questions about the job positions and their job descriptions you can also contact Briana Ponkilla or Tricia Dietrich in the Human Resource Department at the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma at: (405) 275-4030. PROCUREMENT - Procurement Officer 23 LITTLE AXE SMOKESHOP - Deli cook JUNE 2011 TERO - Landscape/Maintenance 24 JUNE 2011 25 JUNE 2011 Happy Father’s Day 2011 Title VI News Father’s Day is on the 19th!!! We will go to Thunderbird Casino on June 2, 2011!!!! June 14th is Flag Day Homebound please call in if your not going to be home, this will help us save on delivery time and with the weather get warmer it will help our drivers from being out in the hot weather while waiting for someone to answer the door. Those of you that have ice chest please try to provide a why to keep your food and drinks from getting to the point of spoilage. The Title VI Staff would like to thank you for your cooperation. Drink plenty of water and keep cool!!!! Any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at 405-275-4030 ext. 169 Foster Parents Needed!!! AST COUNTRY KITCHEN 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 Melissa Lopez 405-275-4030 ext. 166. TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS OFFICE RANDY EDGE TERO DIRECTOR 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 redge@astribe.com Phone 405.275.4030 ext.135 Cell 405.432.9859 Are you out of work? Do you need a job? Come see AST TERO Randy Edge TERO Director for potential jobs in connection with the new AST casino being built in front of the tribal headquarters. Need folks for housekeeping, maintenance, security, player’s club, gaming techs, and servers. Come by TERO and fill out a TERO application, please bring picture photo ID, social security card, CDIB, and resume. We can help you prepare for that next job. 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! Open 7 Days A Week! 366-7220 (In Front of Thunderbird Entertainment Center Next to AST Smoke Shop) ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL PHARMACY SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Pharmacy (Shawnee Location) can fill prescriptions for enrolled tribal citizens only. The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Clinic Pharmacy in Little Axe can fill prescriptions for tribal citizens written by Physicians not located a Tribal Clinic under the following circumstances: 1. 2. The prescription is for an Absentee Shawnee Tribal citizen who has an established chart at the Little Axe Clinic. The prescription is on the formulary of approved medications and stocked in the pharmacy. If you’d like to submit an ad or article give us a call at (405) 275-4030 ext. 146 or send us an e-mail at mediadept@astribe.com The following are a few tips to help us deliver pharmacy services to you more efficiently; 4 Present insurance cards each time you pick up or drop off a prescription. 4 Keep us informed of all changes in address, phone number and other contact information. 4 Let the Pharmacy staff know if the prescription is going to be picked up or needs to 4 4 be delivered. If you have any questions concerning your prescription please feel free to call and talk to our Pharmacist. They are here to assist you with your pharmaceutical needs. Please provide the prescription number that is listed above your name on the prescription bottle. ALL ARTICLES WILL BE SUBMITTED AS RECEIVED. Office of Environmental Health & Engineering • Tribal Housing Improvements Application 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. THIP list all applicants by a priority list: a. Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly b. Income c. Family Size/Overcrowded Living Conditions Condition of Home d. Other Programs available: • Sanitation Facililties Assistance Program Applictions 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: 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 Little Axe Clinic • Little Axe Dental Clinic 15702 E. Hwy 9 Norman, Oklahoma 73026 Phone: (405) 447-0300 Fax: (405) 447-2250 Clinic Operating Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Weekends/Federal Holidays Closed * Clinic and Pharmacy will be closed the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801 PRSRT STANDARD MAIL U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 434 Shawnee, OK 74801 28 ABSENTEE JUNE 2011 SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA return service requested 2011 TRIBAL PHONE NUMBERS Tribal Complex (405) 275-4030 or 1-800 256-3341 Building Blocks (405) 878-0633 Health Programs (405) 878-4702 1-877-878-4702 or Little Axe Clinic (405) 447-0300 (405) 307-9704 Little Axe Dental (405) 878-5850 Shawnee Clinic Shawnee Pharmacy (405) 878-5859 Behavioral Health (405) 878-4716 LA Resource Center (405) 364-7298 (405) 364-7569 or LA Cultural Center (405) 447-3372 AST Police (405) 275-3200 (405) 275-3432 or OEH/OEP (405) 214-4235 AS Housing Authority (405) 273-1050 Thunderbird Casino (405) 360-9270 Or 1-800-259-LUCK AST Tribal Grocery & SmokeShop Little Axe (405) 364-0668 AST Country Kitchen (405) 366-7220 AST Smokeshop in Harrah (405) 454-0055 --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A6e6b2aa82dc3922e. Public record. Not legal advice.