# April 2018 > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A7d0622121e738acd ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text April 2018 “Among the Shawnee” INSIDE THIS ISSUE 2 6 7 8 Governor’s Report Building Blocks A.L.I.C.E. Training AST Health 11 13 15 17 Financial Literacy Election Commission Title VI Menu Title VI Mowing Application 20 24 26 30 Birthdays Emergency Management Diabetes & Wellness Elder’s Corner 31 33 34 36 Enrollment Education Tax Commission BabyMobile Calendar Volume 29 No. 04 March 6, 2018 - AST Employees attend Active Shooter Training with Shawnee Police Sergeant Steve Leader Left to Right: AST officer Steven Crisp, AST officer Jason Brinker, AST Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, AST Police Chief-Brad Gaylord and Shawnee Police Sergeant Steve Leader. continued on page 7 NOTICE The General Council will be at 10:00 am on April 14, 2018 at the Absentee Shawnee Health Multi Purpose Building on the Tribal Complex. Executive Committee Edwina Butler-Wolfe John Johnson Ezra Delodge Leah Bender Anthony Johnson Governor Lt. Governor Secretary Treasurer Representative Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com Governor’s Report consultations. Tresha Spoon, Director of Absentee Shawnee Education Department, and I have been very busy attending. These consultations are scheduled throughout the month of March and April at different locations. The purpose of these meaningful consultations will assist in building relationships and strengthening support system to bridge the gap between educators and tribes so that we may increase academic success and cultural understanding for Oklahoma students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Hello Tribal Members! I hope everyone is doing well. As Spring approaches, that means gardens will need to be plowed. Please call Lt. Governor John Johnson‘s Office for more information on plowing the gardens. It’s also time for Daylight Saving Time again, Saturday, March 10, 2018. I Hope everyone turned their clocks forward an hour before going to bed. There is a Senate Bill, SB 1308, if passed, this could be the last time to either spring forward or fall back an hour in November. This bill will need to be passed by the Oklahoma Legislature then have Governor Mary Fallin sign the bill. When and if SB 1308 passes you will not have to worry about changing your clocks back an hour in November. Oklahoma would be the third State to not observe Daylight Saving Time. The other States that do not practice Daylight Saving Time is Arizona and Hawaii. Governor’s Meetings Attended February 28th As many parents, grandparents, and guardians of children in school are aware of the concern for the upcoming “Walk Out” that Oklahoma Teachers may exercise on April 2, 2018, if a pay increase is not in place by April 1, 2018. We hope that this does not take place but will support a walk out if it happens. Our teachers are in need of a pay raise as it has been long overdue to them. The Senate is looking for ways to pay for a teacher pay raise. They (Senate) have approved numerous revenue plans to fund a $5,000.00 increase but those efforts were blocked by the House Democrats. The Democrats have stated that the bill was “far from equitable and left unaddressed many of our state’s needs” and “This bill sought to mend some of our state’s problems with taxes that asked working families to pay more while asking very little of those at the top and the oil and gas industry,” the Democrats said. As you can see, this is an issue that does not seem will be resolved in the very near future. Charter School Training State Capital (all day) March 5th ing 6:00 pm CTSA Policy and Procedure Meeting and JOM Meet- 6th 10:00 am Kickapoo Tribe for White Rock School Tribal Consultation 2:00 pm Training Active Shooter Health Multi-Purpose Building 7th 8th 10:30 am Shawnee Public School Tribal Consultation 9:00 am NIGC Training at the Grand Casino 5:00 pm Meeting with Tribal Youth and mother of an Eagle Scout Project The week of March 5 through 9, 2018, I attended the public-school 2 10th 9:00 am Mission & Vision TEC Board Grand Casino 12th 8:30 am Chief Rhoads, Sac & Fox Nation and Chairman Pacheco, Kickapoo Tribe, meeting at CTSA 14th 9:00 am National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) Meeting OKC 15th Tribal Consultation Norman Public School, Putnam City Public School, Edmond Public School, Moore Public School, Western Heights Public School, Yukon Public School, Oklahoma City Public School at Norman Education Center, Norman, Okla- homa 16th 9:00 am CTSA Meeting 1:30 OU Meeting 81st Semi-Annual GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING : Absentee Shawnee Health Multi-Purpose Building 2025 Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801 April 14, 2018, 10:00 a.m. Hope to see everyone there! Mick Cornett​, candidate for Oklahoma Governor and AST Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe Expressions For those families who lost a loved one this month, I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss. Conclusion I appreciate tribal members that have came by my office with their concerns. My door is open unless I am in a meeting or attending a meeting elsewhere. Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the Future (BFF) United and together! Respectfully, Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe 405 275-4030, Ext: 6308 405 481-0397 tribal cell number 3 FRIDAY Vendor Information: Call Victoria Andrews (405)701-7995 No Fee : Asking Vendors for donation to set up a table *Limited Space 4 5 Building Blocks Building Blocks III News… I hope that March was a lucky month for all of you. We’ve had our ups and downs here at Building Blocks III with regards to times of wellness and times of illness. We’ve had 15 confirmed cases of the flu since January. Most were children, with only 4 being staff members. We are definitely ready for flu season to end so that we can enjoy spring. Our classes celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday with some green eggs and ham. The kiddos were a little suspicious of the eggs at first, but after trying them, some realized it still tasted like scrambled eggs and had no problem eating them up! There were some great St. Patrick’s day crafts that the teachers planned for the children. Ms. Renee’s 2-yr-old class made leprechaun hats, while Ms. Diana’s 4’s & 5’s made leprechaun traps. Ms. Diana planned several fieldtrips for her class over spring break. They visited Dynamo Gym, the library, the Cowboy Western Heritage Museum, and the WONDERtorium in Stillwater. The children really enjoy the fieldtrips. It allows them time to get out and have different, fun experiences. We attended the A.L.I.C.E. training for information regarding ways to respond in an active shooter/violent intruder situation. We appreciate all of the parents who supported our efforts to make our center a safer place for the children and staff. We reviewed and updated our Emergency Preparedness plan. The teachers have been doing drills with their children in the event that we would need to evacuate, should one of those situations arise. We are also scheduled to have ¼ inch thick glass installed at our front desk to provide another level of safety. The Dental Department visited us on March 6th to provide some information to the kiddos and teach proper brushing. We are working towards a schedule that will provide these types of services to our center twice a year. We appreciate Michael Kuestersteffen, Dental Office Manager, for coordinating this event with us. Billie Thompson Building Blocks III Director bthompson@astribe.com Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Building Blocks CDC 16051 Little Axe Drive Norman, OK 73026 P: (405) 360-2710 F: (405) 360-2726 6 AST hosts active shooter training for employees In response to gun violence that has ravaged all corners of the nation, the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department and Human Resource Department hosted an active shooter seminar for all AST employees on March 6th. The class was presented by Sergeant Steve Leader of the Shawnee Police Department. The focus of the class was on A.L.I.C.E: a set of proactive, options-based strategies that increase your chances of survival during a violent intruder or active shooter event. The course, while designed for schools, coincides with the Department of Homeland Security model of Run, Hide, Fight, and is designed to teach skills and strategies that bridge the gap between the times a violent event begins and law enforcement arrives. The A.L.I.C.E. strategy focuses on five important key points: Shawnee Police Sergeant Steve Leader presents A.L.I.C.E. active shooter training to Absentee Shawnee Tribe employees. ALERT: Be aware of your surroundings and ook for out of the ordinary persons. • LOCKDOWN: Locking doors may not be enough, learn ways to barricade where you are to keep the attacker out. • INFORM: Call 911 when it is safe to do so but also tell others of what is happening. You may have to work as a team to buy time before the police arrive. • COUNTER: As a last resort, if face to face witha n attacker, then violence should be employed to disrupt their goals. Use force of numbers to your advantage. • EVACUATE: Primary focuse is to evacuate the danger area, AST employess gather at the Absentee Shawnee Tribe multi-purjust like a fire, do not wait for the police. pose building to receive A.L.I.C.E training. The seminar was approximately two hours. Those who attended received certification in A.L.I.C.E training. • Absentee Shawnee Tribe E T O Vtested and KENNETH A y h t r o w t s u tr . e t a d i d n a c 6 1 E N U J BLANCHARD Lt. GOVERNOR 405-329-7517 7 AST Health System ASTHS March/April 2018 Monthly Update The Blue Zones Project is coming to both Cleveland and Pottawatomie Counties! What are Blue Zones? A Blue Zones Community® is an area in which citizens, schools, employers, restaurants, grocery stores, and community leaders have come together to optimize residents’ longevity and well-being. The Blue Zones Project® by Healthways takes a systematic, environmental approach to identifying and creating policies and programs that support community transformation. Blue Zones Project is a community well-being improvement initiative designed to change the way people experience the world around them. By impacting environment, policy, and social networks, Blue Zones Project makes healthy choices easier. As a result, people can live longer, better, and communities can lower healthcare costs, improve productivity, and boost national recognition as a great place to live, work, and play. Living longer, healthier lives is both our goal and the goal of the Blue Zones Project. The City of Shawnee is already meeting with the community to implement this exciting health and wellness effort. For more info, google Blue Zones Project to see how this program can improve your life span, health, and happiness. The American Heart Association will have their Annual Heart Walk in Oklahoma City this year along with the OKC Marathon, both are in April and very family friendly events! Look for the information on both Facebook and the AST Health System website if you are interested in participating in any of these health promotion activity events. We will continue to be actively working towards group events throughout the year that get people moving and staying healthy in 2018 and beyond! April is also Financial Literacy month. Several recent studies have linked financial literacy to health outcomes, revealing higher financial literacy can be linked to better health of the individual and their family. Look for more information to come on this important study. We are always thankful and very proud of our outstanding star performers, and thank them all for their contributions to our patients, their fellow employees, and the tribe! Employee Awards and awardees are listed below. The AST Health System always strives to make your health its top priority, and you all make a difference for our health system and the health and wellness of all of our patients! Health Employee Awards of the Month for March Employee of the Month Team of the Month Special Leadership Award Toni Donahoo, Physical Therapist LittleAxe Shawnee Physical Therapy Department Michelle Johnson, RN, Primary Care Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC Executive Director 8 AST Health System Congratulations Abbe!!!! • Lease to Own Homes • Low Rent Housing • Over Income AST member Down Payment & Closing Assistance • College Housing Assistance • Home Rehab Program • Storm Shelter Assistance April 2018 - Scheduled Closings • Transitional Housing Locations: • Over-Income Rental Housing Family of Faith Christian School 8th Grade Girls Basketball Team OCSSA 2A STATE CHAMPIONS! Date: Wed., Apr 4th (1st Wed of Month) Time(s) Closed: All AST Health facilities CLOSED Noon to 5 - PlusCare Clinic & Shawnee Clinic Ext Hours will OPEN at 5p until 9p FOR PM INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES (last patient accepted at 8:30p) PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFICE Abbe * In the event of a predicted severe weather forecast, please call ahead for possible health system closureOwings or delay: - 8Th Grade Basketball Champ Little Axe Health Center at (405) 447-0300, Shawnee Clinic at (405)878-5850 or PlusCare at (405)447-0477 th SHAWNEE, AST Tribal Member LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN OK Abbe Owings, An 8 grad ♥Proud Momma, Dos Owings of Faith Christian School. On February 13th ,2016 **Health closures/delays are posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall “Absentee Tribal On February 13th, basketball team won tShawnee he OCSSA 2016, Health”, Abbe WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM Owings and the 8th grade girls Twitter @ASTHealthWEBSITE: & on ASTHS website at www.asthealth.org class 2A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!!! basketball team took state at the OCSSA 2A class state championship Congratulations Abbe!!!! PROUD MOMMA-­‐Dos Owings Honoring Our Past With Promise for Our Future LIFE is Beautiful Living Meth Free 10 9 AST Health System C O N T R A C T H E A LT H S E R V I C E S N E W S The AST Contract Health Services Team is here to assist you. Please follow the CHS guidelines. Keep a copy on hand and update your information. EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE SERVICES CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and needs emergent or urgent care. 1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300, option 9 for triage. 2. Notify CHS on the next business day or within 72 hours after your ER visit. Notification does not assure authorization of payment. However, if you do not notify CHS within 72 hours, your bills will not be paid. 3. For AST members with no insurance, evidence must exist that your visit was medically necessary. Medical priorities have been established for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment. 4. For AST members with insurance, evidence must exist that a third-party resource has made the determination such services were “emergency care” or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include payment from private insurance. 5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center CHS office or the Shawnee Clinic CHS office. CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES FOR AST MEMBERS WITH INSURANCE CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES FOR AST MEMBERS WITHOUT INSURANCE CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance. CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and does not have insurance. 1. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation. 1. You must apply for all resources available to you, such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, auto insurance and other personal injury or liability coverage. CHS staff and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you with the application process for alternate resources. Failure to exhaust available or potentially available alternate resources may result in denial of payment. For new AST tribal members, to become established for CHS services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation. 2. Notify CHS at least 48 hours prior to appointment date for a Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be sent to the provider. 3. Inform provider/health facility that AST CHS is a secondary payer/payer of last resort. 4. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic. EASY ACCESS Contract Health Services is conveniently located in Little Axe Health Center and in Shawnee Clinic, Building 16. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday Closed on Holidays All facilities closed the first Wednesday of the month from Noon to 5pm. 2. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation. For new AST tribal members, to become established for CHS services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation. 3. You must utilize the services provided within AST health clinics prior to being referred out. 4. Referrals for outside services must be sent to CHS. Services must be medically approved by an AST Health provider and/or CMMR Committee. 5. An appointment will be scheduled, and a COB will be sent to the outside provider. 6. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic. I M P O RTA N T C O N TAC TS BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic REFERRAL MANAGEMENT Little Axe Health Center REFERRAL MANAGEMENT Shawnee Clinic Glendine Blanchard, CHS Coordinator Darla Gatzman, CH Technician Chelle Foreman, Medical Claims Examiner Lena Carol, CH Technician Kareena Deere, CH Technician/Medical Records Debi Sloat, CHS Coordinator/RN Sharon Littlecreek, Patient Care Manager/LPN Jayne Werst, CH Specialist, Medicaid Patients Kelly Armstrong, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN Jennifer Wells, CH Technician Melinda Ferrell, PBA, Dental Referrals Flo Mann, CH Specialist, AST Patients/LPN Laurie Webber, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN Carrie Stanley, CH Specialist, Medicaid patients/ Medical Assistant LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER CHS SHAWNEE CLINIC CHS 405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts) 405.447.0300 (Secondary) 405.878.5850 (Primary) 405.878.4702 (Secondary) 10 HEALTH SYSTEM APRIL is Financial Literacy Month Research clearly shows that there is a link between physical health and financial health. When you think of “wellness” most people think of physical fitness, physical health or mental health. However, financial health “wellness” can be just as important. Being financially healthy has an indirect affect with overall wellbeing. There is a strong correlation between a person’s financial and physical health. “Financial stress is significant in the majority of people’s lives: 75% of those surveyed1 named money as their number one source of stress. Also, 1 in 4 American workers are seriously financially distressed2, constituting more than 30 million workers who may be absent from or distracted at work as a result3. In addition to the direct health consequences of high stress levels, stress can also lead to unhealthy coping behaviors, such as tobacco and alcohol use, and decreased physical activity4.” So how do we start becoming financially healthy? Managing money is a life skill that impacts individuals, families and communities. But like with personal health, financial health starts with the individual making a decision to become healthier. Unless you are a multi-millionaire, there are 2 basic things every adult should have to START becoming financially healthy: 1) A personal Budget. 2) An Emergency Fund. Whether you have a high paying salary or whether you are broke in between payrolls, every adult need these two essential tools. A personal Budget is a plan you write down to decide how you will spend your money each month. A budget helps you make sure you will have enough money every month. Without a budget, you might run out of money before your next paycheck. A budget shows you how much money you make and how much money you spend. 11 12. 13. 14. 15. CONCERNS, ISSUES, OBSERVATIONS & *TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR SUGGESTIONS 38 ALL OBSERVATIONS NEW REGISTRATIONS* CONCERNS, ISSUES, & SUGGESTIONS Note: You may be asked to provide supporting documentation for verification purposes. (Previously stated and presented to EC members at GC meeting, 4-4-15 [3 yrs ago] & given a copy to newly elected EC after each election.) (Previously stated and presented to EC members at GC meeting, 4-4-15 [3 yrs ago] & given a copy to newly elected EC after each election.) NO financial accountability. Tribal members have not been provided financial information on a consistent basis. Need financial statements of revenues and expenditures—hard copies of income sheets, cash flow statements forprovided generalfinancial fund, contracts/grants, NO financialbalance accountability. Tribal members have not been information on a childrens’ 1.statements, trust fund, cattle AllNations Bank, Thunderbird Casinos, C-Stores (Little & Harrah), consistent basis.project, Need financial statements of revenues and expenditures—hard copies of Axe income statements, balance sheets, flow statements for general fund, contracts/grants, childrens’ statement of Net Assets andcash information for Tribal investments, etc. (The Tribe received $7million, • AllNations VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE 1-4 fund, project, Bank,i.e., Thunderbird Casinos, C-Stores AxeYEARS & andtrust how hascattle these funds been used, where, what, why? There(Little should beHarrah), monthly reports $85 in of Net Assets information fororder Tribal for investments, etc. (The Tribe received $7million, of what is thestatement AST newsletter and• and AST website in all Tribal members to have knowledge VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE 5-8 YEARS $75 and how has theseTribal funds been used, i.e., where, what, why? There should be monthly reports in transpiring within businesses. the AST newsletter and AST website in order for in allCARD Tribal members to have Why knowledge of what • CDIB/ENROLLMENT 9-12 $55 2. Only one EC monthly report is consistently the AST newsletter. areYEARS the otherisEC officials within Tribal businesses. nottranspiring submitting reports?• The General Council books do not have ALL EC officials’ reports in them. PREVIOUS YEARS YEARS $35 2. Only one EC monthly report is consistently in theREGISTRATION AST newsletter. Why are the 13-16 other EC officials Their lack of work toward ensuring Tribal members have a clear and transparent understanding of not submitting reports? The General Council books do not have ALL EC officials’ reports in them. 17OVER YEARS $15 what they doing for the Tribe Tribal is unacceptable. oral reports or written handouts Their lackare of work toward ensuring members have Providing a clear and transparent understanding of outside of the book is unacceptable. what they are General doing for Council the Tribe is unacceptable. Providing oral reports or written handouts 3. Why are the ECGeneral officials not providing strategic or projections? The Tribal members need to *ANYONE COMEplans RENEW THE outside of the Council book isMAY unacceptable. projections the VEHICLE future, i.e. 2AS years, 5 years, and 10 year plans. 3. seeWhy are the EC for officials not providing strategic plans or projections? The Tribal members need to LONG AS THEY HAVE 4. What the status Trust lands? Theand AST Center, Resource Center, Brendle see is projections foron theTribe’s future, i.e. 2 years, 5 years, 10 Health year plans. THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS Catcher I-40,Trust Harrah C-store, etc? 4. Corner, What isDream the status on Tribe’s lands? The AST Health Center, Resource Center, Brendle FORonTHE MEMBER* $0.25 A DAY Corner, Catcher I-40, Harrah C-store, 5. Where areDream EC officials’ reports tripsTRIBAL toetc? conferences, workshops, forums, etc? Tribal members 5. want Where are EChow officials’ reports onattrips to conferences, workshops, forums, etc? types Tribal members to know attendance these events benefits the Tribe. These of events are costly; want to know how attendance these events the Tribe. These types of events are costly; does attending these events atthis move thebenefits Tribe forward? doesare attending these this move the Tribe Hardesty forward? Road and Moose Lodge building, etc? 6. What the plans forevents the new purchases? What the plans fornew the new purchases? Hardesty and in Moose 7. 6. What isare status of the youth recreation campRoad project LittleLodge Axe?building, etc? 7. What is status of the new youth recreation camp project in Little Axe? 8. What are the Plans for Tecumseh Square, Hwy 177 bldg (OEP), Kickapoo Street House/Bldg, Hwy 8. What are the Plans for Tecumseh Square, Hwy 177 bldg (OEP), Kickapoo Street House/Bldg, Hwy 102 trust property (across from Grand Casino), and other Trust Properties that were purchased? 102 trust property (across from Grand Casino), and other Trust Properties that were purchased? 9 Is FedEx still using the “Dream Catcher” hotel parking lot as a layover? Where does those $$$ go 9 Is FedEx still using the “Dream Catcher” hotel parking lot as a layover? Where does those $$$ go andand how Again, accounting or information being to provided howlong longis is contract? contract? Again, no no accounting or information is being is provided Tribal to Tribal members. members. 10. 10.What happened plansfor forAssisted Assisted Living Center for Elders? What happened to to plans Living Center for Elders? 11. 11.TheThe AST Tribal Complex could be demolished and new facilities built. Alternatively, keep the tribal AST Tribal Complex could be demolished and new facilities built. Alternatively, keep the tribal complex site,butbut build facilities! Regardless, all EC departments, officials, departments, and complexasasaahistorical historical site, build newnew facilities! Regardless, all EC officials, and offices need be centrally located in one building withsecurity! high are security! offices need to be not centrally located inproperly. one building with high The AST Website isto still functioning Tribal members entitled to see the 12. The AST Website is still not functioningmeetings. properly. Currently, Tribal members entitledare tounable see theto webcasting of EC meetings and shareholder Tribal are members webcasting of EC meetings and shareholder meetings. Currently, Tribal to view these webcastings or at times; there is no sound when tribal members canmembers actually are log unable on. viewWhere these is webcastings times; there isNo noreports sound or when tribal membersofcan actually log on. What and AST Tribal or FireatDepartment? no Memorandum Understanding 13. What Where AST Tribal Fire Department? No reports or no Memorandum of Understanding (MOU’s) withand local Fire is Departments. (MOU’s) with local Departments. General Council is for theFire Tribal members and the elected officials should listen and abide by the 14. General Council is for the Tribal members and the elected officials should listen and abide by the wishes of Tribal members. wishes of Tribal The Constitution needsmembers. to be amended. A three-way constitution that has executive, legislative, 15. The Constitution needsbetter to be serve amended. three-wayinconstitution that has legislative, and judicial branches would TribalAmembers today’s world and weexecutive, should want our and judicial would better serve Tribal members today’s and world and we should want our government to be branches more sustainable and profitable in relation to in business services! government to be more sustainable and profitable in relation to business and services! 1. Last and most of all, The Executive Committee Members need Last and most of all, The Executive Committee Members need to be MORE accountable, communicative, responsible, and to be MORE accountable, communicative, responsible, and transparent. As elected officials of our tribe, they should, at a transparent. As elected officials of our tribe, they should, at a minimum, provide detailed reports and updates on a consistent minimum, provide detailed reports and updates on a consistent basis; (and we shouldn’t have to constantly ask for monthly basis; (and we shouldn’t have to constantly ask for monthly reports)—PUT REPORTS IN THE AST NEWSPAPER, reports)—PUT REPORTS IN THE AST NEWSPAPER, PROVIDE MONTHLY REPORTS VIA MAILINGS OR POST PROVIDE MONTHLY REPORTS VIA MAILINGS OR POST REPORTS ON THE WEBSITE!!! REPORTS ON THE WEBSITE!!! DO SOMETHING!!!!! DO SOMETHING!!!!! Respectfully submitted by Kathy Deere, AST Tribal member Respectfully submitted by Kathy Deere, AST Tribal member 12 The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation (ITOVR) Program has provided vocational services to Native Americans consumers since 1994, and transition services to students since 2004. For years, our goal has been to empower Native American with disabilities, consistent with their individual strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, and informed choice, to prepare for the transition from school to work or postsecondary school. You design your own customized Individualized Plan of Employment (IPE) with our help. Transition Services help Native American high school junior and seniors with disabilities continue their education, train for a job • ITOVR provide their services to any member of a Federally recognized tribe residing in the seven counties as shown in this image. • • • • Are you an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe? Are you a Junior/Senior in High School? Do you reside in our services area? Disability documentation from a Doctor, Physician or Mental Health Provider noting disability and impediments? An IEP or 504 Plan may bev accepted as proof. • Counsel and Guidance about Training and Education after H.S. • Assistive Devices (Hearing Aids, Walkers, Eyeglasses, Learning Devices, etc.) • Tuition Assistance • Testing Fees (ACT/SAT) • Work Clothing for New Jobs • Career Assessments • Physical or Mental Evaluations • Resume Building, Interview Etiquette, etc. • Other Various Services Election Commission PLEASE fill out EACH BLANK completely and return by the Deadline. ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST I, ____________________________________, hereby certify that I am or will be an Eligible (Print Name) Voter of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe on or before June 16, 2018. I cannot physically be present to cast my Vote at the June 16, 2018 Run Off Election, therefore, I am requesting an Absentee Ballot be mailed to me at the following address. Name (please print): ___________________________________________________________ (first) (middle) (maiden) (last) Address:____________________________ City: _______________St: _______Zip:________ CDIB#:______________________ Date of Birth:_______________________ Signature:________________________________ Date:______________________________ All REQUESTS must be returned to the Election Commission by the deadline date of May 27, 2018 Mail to: Absentee Shawnee Election Commission P.O. Box 741 Tecumseh, OK 74873 Fax to: Fax # (405) 273-1337 (Do not fax to any other fax #) Phone: (405) 275-4030 ext. 6271 Toll free number 1-800-256-3341 ext. 6271 Deliver in Person to: Election Commission Office located in the Tribal Court Building All eligible voters are entitled to vote either at the Polls or by Absentee Ballot. This form may be duplicated for your convenience. ______________________________________________________________________________ ELECTION COMMISSION USE ONLY Received: _____________________ Approved:____________________ Disapproved: _______________ If Disapproved (reason): _________________________________________________________________ Denial Letter Mailed:___________________________ Ballot Mailed:_____________________________ _______________________________________ Election Commission/Representative 13 Realty Department Realty Department Realty Department Reminder: Reminder: • All trust land transactions must come through the Realty Office. •• •• •• • • • • • All trust land any transactions must throughmust the Realty Office. by the Realty Department and approved by the BIA. Sales and/or other trust landcome transactions be authorized Sales and/or anytransactions other trust land transactions must be authorized are by the Realty Department and approved by the BIA. Any trust land not involving the Realty Department invalid. Any trust land transactions notwith involving the Realty Department arefor invalid. Please keep addresses current the Office of the Special Trustee Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This will allow proper notification Please keep addresses current with the Office of the Special Trustee for Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This will allow proper notification to be made to landowners on new leases and other information. to be made landowners on new leases other information. Please keeptoaddresses current with the and Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty Department to crossPlease keep addresses current with the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty Department to crossreference landowner addresses with the OST. reference addresses with the OST. unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if you or your relatives are on this lease visitlandowner www.indiantrust.com whereabouts lease visit www.indiantrust.com whereabouts unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if you or your relatives are on this list. • list. Gift deed transactions will take time to get approved from the BIA. •• Gift deed transactions take to get approvedto from the the BIA.transaction is considered for approval. Negotiated sales must will follow thetime proper procedures ensure • Negotiated sales must follow the proper procedures to ensure the transaction is considered for approval. • A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process. • A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process. If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030. If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030. NOW NOW PROBATE Accepting MISSION STATEMENT STATEMENT PROBATE MISSION Applications Accepting Applications The primary primary mission mission of of the the Division Division of of the the Probate Probate isis to to compile compile inventories inventories of of the the Indian Indian Trust Trust Assets Assets and and family family information, The information, and and to to coordinate the the timely timely distribution distribution of of trust trust assets assets with with the the Office Office of of Hearings Hearings and and Appeals, Appeals, Land Land Titles Titles and and Records Records Office coordinate Office and and the the Office Office of of Special Trustee. Special Trustee. For For Fall 2016 The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for adjudication by the Office of The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for adjudication by the Office of Hearings and and Appeals Appeals (OHA). (OHA). After After OHA OHA issues issues aa probate probate order order the the Division Division works works with with other other trust trust offices, offices, such such as Hearings as the the Office Office of of Special Special Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records Office to distribute assets. Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records Office to distribute assets. Deadline for applications is June 1, 2016 For more information, visit Haskell Indian For Nations University website at www.haskell.edu. Nations Inorder orderfor forthis thisto tohappen, happen, the the family family of of the the decedent decedent will will need need to to contact contact the Absentee Shawnee Real Estate Division (Probate) to start the In probateprocess. process. probate Should Shouldyou youhave haveany anyquestions, questions, please please contact contact Lea Lea Tsotaddle Tsotaddle at at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248. IF IF YOU’D YOU’D LIKE TO SUBMIT AN AD OR ARTICLE: Give Give us us aa call at (405) 598-1279 or (405) 481-0558 or or send send us us an an e-mail e-mail to to stiger@astribe.com stiger@astribe.com ALL DUE BY BY ALL ARTICLES ARTICLES FOR FORthTHE THE NEXT NEXT MONTH’S MONTH’S ISSUE ISSUE ARE ARE DUE THE THE 15 15th OF OF THE THE CURRENT CURRENT MONTH MONTH U , we can only accept one pictUre per birthday person, UnfortUnately nfortUnately, we can only accept one pictUre per birthday person, not per birthday wish. not per birthday wish. 29 29 14 Title VI Sunday Monday Tuesday 3 1 2 8 9 15 16 17 22 23 24 29 30 Tuna Salad Sandwich LTOP Chips Apple Corn Beef Cabbage Bread Mixed Fruit Hot Dog Chips Peaches Salisbury Steak Mashed Pot/Gravy Veggies Apricots Chef Salad Chicken, Chez, Eggs Crackers Pears Chicken Rice & Broccoli Casserole Tossed Salad* Plums 10 Ham Scalloped Pot. Veggies Applesauce Baked Potato Ham, Chez Onions Veggies Pudding Riblet Veggies Roll Fluff Wednesday 4 Baked Chicken Salad Bar* Veggies Crisp 11 Chicken Patty Sandwich LTOP Pasta Salad Jell-O 18 BBQ Chicken Baked Beans Tossed Salad* Mandarin Oranges 25 Beans Cornbread Steak fries Peaches NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!! CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030 EXT 6227 or 6270 OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER Thursday 5 12 Beef Stroganoff Broccoli Cake Goulash Green beans Bread Orange Friday 6 13 19 Cold Cut Sandwich LTOP Veggie Soup Cookie 20 26 27 Taco Casserole Ranch Beans Salsa Mixed Fruit Scrambled Eggs Sausage Gravy Biscuit Bagel Boiled Egg Cream Cheese Fruit Scrambled Eggs Bacon Toast Fruit Scrambled Eggs Sausage Gravy Biscuit Saturday 7 14 Absentee Shawnee General Council 10 am AST Multi-Purpose Bldg. 21 AST Elders Council Mtg. 10 am LARC 28 LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS Free Music Lessons Guitar • Bass • Piano • Drums Available to all Native Americans w/CDIB# For details, call Absentee Shawnee Behavioral Health 405-878-4716 15 9AM TO 11AM Title VI March 16, 2018 16 Title VI Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Title VI Department 2025 S Gordon Cooper Dr Shawnee OK 74801 405-275-4030 CDIB # _______ Grass Mowing Application D.O.B.________ The Following are the requirements for this program: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Must be an Absentee Shawnee Member Must be 55 years and older Must be an Title VI Member Handicap/Disabled Must provide Proof of Residency NO RENTAL PROPERTY will be mowed The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Maintenance Department will ONLY mow and weed eat applicant’s lawn. Maintenance will mow every two (2) weeks, weather permitting. Also, the maintenance workers will not trim trees or shrubs. If you have any questions, please contact Dos Owings at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6227 NAME: __________________________________________________ ADDRESS: ________________________________________________ CITY: _______________________ STATE:___________ ZIP: _______ HOME PHONE: ____________________ MESSAGE PHONE: ________________ EMAIL: ______________________________________________________ FINDING DIRECTIONS TO HOME: ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ *DISCLAIMER Maintenance will not move any items that are in the way of them mowing your yard so if you are able or can get some help in getting your yard cleaned, will be very much helpful in maintaining your yard. 17 Foster Care ICW - Foster Care THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT OF 1978 The Indian Child Welfare Act is a 1978 federal law. It offers protections to Indian children, parents, guardians and tribes in cases in which a child has been removed from its home. The ICWA forces state courts to recognize the political, cultural, and social standards of Indian tribes and peoples. The Court must consider those standards during any proceeding or placement of the child. The ICWA protects the best interests of Indian children and seeks to promote a stable, secure Indian family. Midnight calls, long drives across state and emotional encounters all make it difficult for social workers in child protection services to really ever “clock out.” Their job doesn’t end when the typical 40-hour work week is over. The true nature of the profession requires them to be available at a moment’s notice, 24/7, 365 days a year. Please Report Child Abuse You could be saving a child’s life. PARTIES PROTECTED BY THE ACT Indian children are those enrolled in a tribe or eligible to be enrolled, with at least one IF YOU ARE A GRANDPARENT parent who is a member of an Indian tribe. The ICWA also protects three other parties. THAT IS RAISING YOUR GRANDFirst, it protects the custodial parents of an Indian child should they be accused of wrong- CHILD YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR TANF. GRANDPARENTS THAT doing. The ICWA makes the state courts provide full notice of all hearings, use expert HAVE LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP witnesses, and follow a higher standard of proof than in non-Indian cases. The Act also OF THEIR GRANDCHILDREN makes the state court appoint an attorney to represent the parents if they are unable to CAN RECEIVE TANF BY APPLYafford one. Second, the ICWA protects Indian custodians. Indian people who have raised ING FOR “CHILD ONLY” TANF GRANT WHICH WILL ONLY a relative child as if they were their own, or people to whom the natural parents have TAKE IN ACCOUNT THE GRANgiven temporary custody, are entitled to the same type of notice and protections as the CHILD’S INCOME/ASSETTS. natural parents. Finally, the Act protects tribal rights as well. The state court must give THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN notice to the tribe and generally follow its recommendations about placement. If these SERVICES WILL ASK YOU FOR YOUR INFORMATION, BUT IT parties’ rights are not protected, the Act allows any of them to overturn the result of the state court. The ICWA does not apply in three types of cases. It does not apply in divorces WILL NOT BE USED IN THE APPROVAL PROCESS. IF YOU HAVE or divorce modifications, unless a termination of parental rights is involved or custody is ANY QUESTIONS IN REGARDS given to someone other than the natural parents. It does not apply if the child in custody TO GRANDPARENTS APPLYING is accused of a crime. Finally, Oklahoma courts have created a third exception to the law: FOR TANF. PLEASE CALL JULIE the ICWA does not apply to noncustodial Indian parents who do not support or visit their WILSON 395-4492. children. STATE AUTHORITY OVER INDIAN CHILDREN In some cases, Oklahoma lacks any kind of authority over an Indian child. If the child lives on trust or restricted land, or in an MHO Housing cluster, or in a dependent Indian community, the state may not have authority to proceed. Under the ICWA, the case must be heard in the tribal court. For other Indian children, the state shares jurisdiction with tribal courts. However, the Supreme Court has said that tribal courts are the preferred court for Indian children. An Indian parent or tribe may request that a case be transferred to tribal court for proceedings. If a child is placed in foster care, the Act requires the state to follow placement guidelines. The State must follow the Tribe’s Tribal State Agreement and Placement Preferences “RESPECT THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT BECAUSE OUR CHILDREN ARE NOT YOURS TO TAKE” Before placing a child in a non-familial or non-tribal final home, states are required to make what are called “active efforts” to place the child in an ICWA-compliant situation. These efforts include mandatory attempts at parental and familial reunification before terminating rights permanently, and consultation with the tribe in a timely manner. ABSENTEE SHAWNEE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DEPARTMENT Ronelle Baker ICW Director 395-4491 Julie Wilson Child Protective Services/Foster Care 395-4492 Jackie Denny PSSF Program 395-4493 ICW HAS MOVED TO 105 N. KIMBERLY AVENUE 18 The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five. GRANDPARENTS RAISING THEIR GRANDCHILDREN MAY RECEIVE WIC FOR THEIR GRANDCHILDREN If you are interested in becoming an AST foster care home and would like more information please contact Julie Wilson 405-395-4492 COMMUNITY MARKET OF POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY 120 S. CENTER ST. SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA. (405) 788-4957 HOURS OF OPERATION MON. 12:30 TO 5:30 P.M., TUE. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. WED. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M., FRI. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. (COMMUNITY FOOD BANK) Dear Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members: • Is there a project plan? Are you satisfied with the direction of our Tribe? If not, it is time for a • Is there a projected time-line? Greetings Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members! change! Our Tribe was once first in everything, and now we lag behind • What is going on? in every area. Tribal members are entitled to an accounting of the funds that have been Voting of the mosttoimportant responsibilities we know haveitsasprogress. a Tribal It isstrive our I come to the Tribe with the hope that I is willone be given a chance help spent for this project and If IMembers. am elected, I will bring more success and forward thinking our Tribe. If I amwho elected, to answer questions and many our assets Tribal members have chance totoselect leaders understand thethese issues and can growothers our that tribal and protect my promise is to be unbiased,our fair, culture honest andand transparent in all of my asked. I will perform a proper analysis of the entire project for Tribal traditions. business activities on behalf of the Tribe. I will be available and I will members. Additional questions: be committed to listening to each and every tribal member. • What is going on in the Cultural Preservation area? I believe thatAsmany youmember, know me,• but some of youare may not. I offer following brief If I am elected, it will be on my own merits. a votingofTribal What activities being performed bythe the staff of Cultural PresI ask each of you to compare summary my credentials my lineage. opponent. My mother’s ervation? oftomy name is Martha Ellis Edwards, an Absentee Shawnee I have a B.A. Degree from anTribal accredited university. I excelled in my • are the reports activities? Member. She was the daughter of Where Sargent Ellis andfor Anna Bullfrog. My sibling academic programs. I am a Certified Human Resources Professional. I • Where is the accounting for the funding of this area? brothers are Lee, Glen and John Edwards. My sisters are Charlene, Gilreath and Cheryl. My have more than If I am elected, I will implement processes that will ensure that all Tribal brothers active in Tribal Government and acontributed in many ways to the and 10 years of professional experience with were a Fortune 500 corporation. members have clear understanding of what programs andgrowth projects are success of our tribe. My father is John Edwards whoPreservations. is not of theI will Shawnees. conducted by Cultural ensure that we maximize the I have much to offer my tribe and I want to be a change agent. Help me usage of the funds to protect our heritage and ensure that our culture and to do this! Please vote! traditions thrive in the future. I was born, raised and educated in Oklahoma; I have been a member of the Absentee Following are some of my concerns. In the past two years, I have not I conclude for now, but will have more to say in my next article. Stay Tribe or my entire life; and I tuned am very proudHuman of these facts. My mother and father seen any articles or reports onShawnee any of the projects usage of Tribal as I address Resources! Indian traditions. Sally Tyner, mynext birth, funds under the supervision ofbelieved the currentin Representative. Some of the the oldest tribal member at the time of Until time, questions that I have are: gave me my Indian name just as she did for all of my siblings. My father was a leader at • Axe Youth Recreation What is the status of the Littlestomp many dances, andCamp? was asked to lead because he had a strong and melodicAtheda voiceFletcher that • Where are the progress reports? athedafletcher@gmail.com the people loved to hear. My mother was always a shell shaker behind my father. My mother and father honored tribal traditional, but realized that their children needed the ability to navigate both worlds; therefore, we were encouraged to seek higher education and training. My hope is that I can share the knowledge that I have gained through education and through my professional career in the private sector. If elected, I strongly believe that I can help our tribe in many areas and contribute to the success of our tribe. I have tossed my hat into the ring to run for Tribal Representative. I do this in hopes that you, the People, will vote for me so that I can “make a difference” within our Tribal Government. I hope to visit many of you personally in the upcoming months prior to Election Day. Until next time, 19 April 2018 Birthdays! Alberty, Shannon Venita Clark, Stacy Lee Alexander, Dawn Michelle Clutter, Ramona Lynn Alford Jr., Eugene Ray Coddington, Aubriana Marie Alford, Jaci Lanae Coddington, Kyle Clarence Alford, Ray Wildcat Coddington, Michael Richard Anderson, Stephanie Renee Coffee, Sahaunie Nicole Armstrong, Tina Marie Coon Jr., Stacy William Ayers, Zachariah Matthew Cox, Jennifer Lynn Bacon, Misty Twylight Creek, Stevie Eli Barnes, Hollin Kade Eugene Cryder, Michael Lawrence Batson-Vasquez, Amber Dan- Cuff, Thomas Artel ielle Davis, Jyquale Lee De`shon Battise, Ravis Taylor Davis, Maddox Joe Berry, Collin Michael Davis, Tyrein Gene Bethell, Shelby Ann Deere, Malachi Kamron Bettelyoun, Cameron Jake Deere, Micah Keagan Bierd, Baley Andrea Deere, Neva Lee ( Larney ) Blanchard II, Clifford Ray Dees, Abigail Susan Olivia Blanchard II, Norman Neal DeLodge, Ava Quinn Blanchard, Brisa Nayeli Doussett, Delisha Ann Blanchard, Harry James Draper Sr., Russell Lee Blanchard, Jahkahri HayLéroy Draper, Reuben James Blanchard, John Christopher Ducharme, Eastyn James Blanchard, Norah Gisele Dunlap, Brady Lee Boston, Shawn Daniel Dyer, Carly Nicole Boyd, Xavier Tyrik Eason, Braxton Noah Bradshaw, Jana Marie Eckiwardy, Marisela Isabelle Brady, Scott Edgar Mariah Breeding, Aidyn Cooper Ellis, Ariel Raquel Brinson, Christopher Allen Elmore, Bailey Grace Brokeshoulder Jr., Clifton Evans, Kayla Marie Brokeshoulder, Eddie K. Fife, Andrew Jacob Brown, Jennifer Leah Finch, Oliver Phillip Brown, Lexi Michelle Frank, Janice Arlene Bryce, Shayla Maelyn Garcia, Josiah Elias Buckley, Dawna Michele Garcia, Nicole Lynne Byers, Reanna Nicole Garfield, Alicia Raejhaun Byers, Zachary Elias Garretson, Riley Dean Byrd, Lyndell D Armond Gibson, Darianne Alexander Caires, Vanessa Little Axe Gibson, Jaysan Baylee Chaney, Brittni Lynn Gibson, Melonie Dian Charley Whatley, Jorden Eu- Gibson, Norma Jean gene Gilman III, Thomas Eugene Charley, Mary Serene Gilman, Robert Everett Charley, Thelma Jean Goodwin, Dawn Marie Clark, Dallas Joseph Goodwin, Larry Tiger Clark, Dave George Gouge Jr., Marg Gouge, Beau Allen Graham, Charles Robert Griffin, Ladawn Abraham Hamon-Breeden, Katie Marie Harjo, Kadence Jade Harjo, Timothy A. Harless, Cynthia Iris Harris, Monte Lee Harvey II, Johnny Troy Haumpy, Ariann Renee Haumpy, Gage Allen Haumpy, O-Day Tah’lee Eugene Healy, Spencer James Hernandez, Curtis David Herrod, Kiera Leighann Hill, Trent David Hoepher, Emily Danielle Holderness, Jordan Dekota Holderness, Matthew James Holderness, Samantha Grace Hollenbeck, May Angela Holznagel, Chad Thomas Hood, Randolph Paul Hudson, Celeste Jade Hudson, Eden Rose Hunt, Leeona Lucile Hurst, Maegan Nicole Jackson, Fallon Kay Jacobs, Stormie Raelein James, Lindsey Nicholle James, Na`chelle Ardena Mae Jim, Mary June Jimboy, Courtney Waynell Johnson Jr, David Lee Johnson, Adison Graci Mae Johnson, Ashley Nicole Johnson, Avery Elizabeth Mackenzie Johnson, Justice Lonewolf Johnson, Kaleo Tahlee Johnson, Richard Michael Johnson, Shoshanna Louise Johnson, Silvanus Mack 20 Johnson, Zachary Howard Jones, Anita Louise Judd Jr., Thomas Ray Kaniatobe, Marjorie Ann Kelsey, Leigha Marie Key, Christian Trey Kickapoo-Johnson, Lux Olyvia Kilmer, Lelia Lashell King, Savannah Nicole Kinnamon Jr, Larry Leon Kinnamon, April Lynn Kinsey, Margie Kovalchuk, Amber Nichole Larney, CaiSyn William Lee, Audrey Catherine Sung-hee Leffler, Claudia Jo Little Axe Jr., Troy Lee Little Axe, Diane Gail Little Axe, Jordan Kane Little Axe, Joshua Taylor Little Axe, Kaylee Jean Little Axe, Shiloh Blue Little Charley, Evelyn Lavon Little Creek, Alex Little Creek, Lawrence Keith Little Jr., Gilbert Boyd Littlecreek, Samantha Jolene Littlecreek, Thomas Eugene Locke, Adrianne Lorine Long, Hailey Elizabeth Longhorn, Darrell Wayne Longhorn, Leonard Wayne Longhorn, Vincent Wade Longman, Cherokee Dakota Longman, Leighton Anthony Michael Longman, Trina Ann Louvier, Alexandra Renee Lowe, Justin James Mack Sr., Thomas James Mack, Cylas Ledarix Maddux, Bishop Webster Tiger Malone, Riley Mann, Raymond Freeland Mann, Richard Freeman Mann, Taylor Lawrence Markwardt, Franklin Thomas april 2018 Birthdays! Martin, April Denise Martin, Kinley Rae Martinez, Amaya Rynae Martinez, Danielle Lynn Mason, Suzanna Rachel Powell Masquas, Jeremiah Michael Masquas, Phillip Jon Masquat, Iola Renee Massey, Karen Sue Mattingly, Alana Irene Mayo, Melba Mary McAnally, Jace Ryan McBride, Alice Jean Dirt McDaniel, Karen Diane McGirt, Dana Dale McGuire, Kyla Marie McPherson, Emily Paige Meek, Phillip Edward Megyesi, Charles Steven Milburn, Heather Renee Miller, Lillian Grace Mills, Brian Richard Mohawk, Curtis Roy Morgan, Summer Dawn Morton, Joshua David Morton, Makayla Lynn Nakamoto, Gina Jessica Navarro, Terri Lynn Nelson Jr., Daniel Lee Ness, Mary Ellen Newton, Donnie James Nowlin, Pak Louise Ochoa, Alejandro Juan Ortega, Mr. Kristin Lace Pack, Christie Lorraine Panther, Grayson Shawn Panther, Nickolas Wayne Parker, Elizabeth Isabelle Parker, Sarah Lynn Parker, Twila Olene Pendergraft, Johnna Suzanne Petit, Sherri Ann Phillips, Mason Jaxon Ponkilla, Yvonne Diane Porter, Lindsey Bowe Powell, Tammy Marie Primeaux, Eunice Marie Ramirez, Maria Elena Stone Sr., James Lee Williams, Natalie Peggy Rigg, Savanna Rose Stuckey, Ware Declan Williams, Seth Andreas Rios, Belicia Shannon Sullivan, Tiffany Chantele Wilson, Aaron Wade Robb, James Edward Sumka, Lena Darcille Wilson, Damon Allen Robertson, Winifred L. Switch #466260, Traci Lynn Wilson, Drake Kenneth Rylee Robison, Skyler Madison Tanyan, Victoria Maria Wilson, Ethan Hawke Rolette, Gregory Shawn Taryole, Trevor Seth Wilson, Gabriel Ahboah Rolette, Hanna Grace Tascier, Timothy Andrew Wilson, Howard Gene Roller, Geraldine M Bradley Taylor, Jolee Sue Wilson, James Wayne Runsabove, Bryce Leigh Tenner, Taylor Denise Winrow, Destiney Dawn Ryder, Vanessa Louise Thompson, Rhonda Gail Wise, Keeley Ava Lynn Samuels, Tonya Lynn Thornhill, Westly Lynn Witt, Joseph Andrew Sanchez, Bailey Marie Thorpe, Brady Wayne Wunderlin, Travis Rece Sanchez, Citlali Thorpe, Mary Catherine Yellow Eagle, Angela Marie Sanchez, James Andrew Skylar Tieyah, Lavern Wilson Sanchez, Victoria Nicolette Tiger, Amber Lee Saunders, Kirstee Michelle Tiger, Madelynn Rose Scarberry, Joel Thomas Tiger, Stephon Michael Seaton-Blanchard, Stephen Tiger-Gonzalez, Patricia Ann Anthony Tiller, Piper Laine Sellers, Levi Dalton Trevino, Donovan Kingston Sexton, Jacob David Cash Shawnee, Jaxon Avery Uchida, Andy Micheal Shawnee, Sharon Dale Wahpepah, Kristin Renee’ Sherrill, Penelope Wakley, Jade McKenzie Sloan, Jenifer Wakolee, Josilyn Talia Sloat, Morgan Elaine Wallace, Kay Laverne Smith, Jackson Cole Walley, Johnny Ray Smith, Joshua Dean Wallis, Baryn Clinton Smith, Noah Ryan Walters, Shirley Ann Snake, Archie Ellis Warrior, Marcellus James Soap, Alpha Christine Washington, David Axe Soap, Terayana Maxine Washington, Kevin Bryan Spoon, Ashley Donelle Washington, Samantha Lynn Spoon, Marques Dwyane Watkins, Autum Paige Spoon, Samuel Lee Watson, Jayden Tyler Scott Spriggs, Brian Lee Wenholm, Casey Andrew Spybuck, Adrianne Eileen Whinery, Pamela Jean Spybuck, Larry Eldon White -Valdez, Brenda Kaye Spybuck, Thomas Mark White, Wesley Shane Squire, Billie Gene Whited, Kimberly Diane Squire, Samson Robert Whittington, Charlene EdSquire, Wilbur James wards Starr-Fuentez, Olivia Angelina Williams, Alex J Stephens, William Lee Williams, Brandon Michael Steves, Madelyn Louise Williams, Ezrea Quasha Stewart, Saundra Leigh Williams, Lisa Renee 21 election, you have a choice between two candidates for treasurer. Phillip S. Ellis for ing Just two. The current treasurer, Leah Bender, and myself. We can have more years of what we’ve had for the past four; stagnant economic Tribal Treasurer two growth. Or we can take a different direction. A direction with potential. Between the current treasurer and myself, I believe I’m that right choice. - 2018 In last month’s edition of The Absentee Shawnee News, I wrote about if elected treasurer how I would begin to strengthen the governmental operations and departments under the treasurer’s oversight. In this month’s edition, I would like to write about our commercial/economic development for the Tribe. Again, my vision is with the right person and people, our success is unlimited. Sincerely, Phillip S. Ellis phillie2829@gmail.com 918-703-7528 First, it’s no secret that practically all of our economic development ventures in the past have failed for a variety of reasons. And the way the economic development is currently operating, directionless and disorganized, continued failure is assured. Disregarding our Gaming and our Health Care as revenue generators, our sole commercial/economic development as it stands is the Thunderbird Express convenience store and the recently installed ice machine in the Little Axe area. As a matter of fact, the addition of the ice machine is the only economic development we’ve had in recent years. Moreover, Thunderbird Express closed its doors in February 2017 and didn’t reopen until the end of May 2017. We own a bank, AllNations Bank, that we practically know nothing about. Except for a small distribution a number of years ago, we’ve never received a return on investment (ROI) on that bank and may never. We own a small print shop that has never been allowed to flourish or grow. We own, and seem to continue to buy, a number of properties with no real sense of what we’re going to do with them. All the while, we look around or read about the genuine economic gains other tribes and nations are making. Are you tired of that? I am! Next, my ideas for beginning our economic development journey is as follows. We must set a solid foundation for future development and growth. To begin with we must take advantage of our corporate federal charter. Once under that federal charter, we should structure our business enterprises in a parent-subsidiary form. With ASEDA, Incorporated (AI) as the parent and any enterprises as the subsidiaries formed as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). We must separate the governmental function from the business function. This, in my opinion, is the primary reason why all of our business ventures in the past have failed. Politics become involved in business decisions. We must exploit all competitive advantages that we have (e.g., federal tax preferences, federal contracting, etc.). We need a well-qualified economic development director with a proven track record of success. Finally, regardless of how one views the Tribe, we are a multi-million dollar organization. If we are to survive and flourish in the future, then we must have competent leadership who understands modern and complex business relationships and the dynamics of business. In the upcom- 22 Learn the skills. Help save a life. Congratulations Jennifer Brooke New Moon! Jennifer graduated from Seminole State College with an Associate Degree in General Studies. Jennifer is an enrolled Absentee Shawnee and a descendant of the Ponca, Chickasaw and Eastern Shawnee tribes. She is the daughter of Glenn and Melissa New Moon. Maternal Grandparents are the late Kenneth Little Axe and Estelline Washington Little Axe Littlecreek. Jennifer’s greatgreat grandparents were the late John and Lillian Sloan Little Axe. Jennifer has a beautiful four-year-old daughter, Hayden. Jennifer trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has won medals in numerous tournaments and is pursuing a career in Mixed Martial Arts. Recently, she has earned a certificate in medical billing and insurance. You may also have seen her picture as a Seminole State College Graduate in “Oklahoma Native Royalty 2017” and “Our Native Traditions Spring 2017” magazines. Our family is very proud of you. Suicide is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. • Two-day workshop in suicide intervention skills • Learn and practice a life-saving intervention model • Widely used by professionals and the general public Upcoming ASIST workshop Date: May 8 & 9, 2018, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: 2029 S. Gordon Cooper Dr, Shawnee, OK at "Health Programs Multi-Purpose Building" Hosted by: Absentee Shawnee Tribe MSPI Provided by: Chickasaw Nation Suicide Prevention To inquire or register, call Jenifer Sloan @ 561-7810 or email jsloan@astribe.com ASIST works. Learn more and see the evidence at www.livingworks.net/asist suicide to Hope 23 Emergency Management Other supplies and items: You may want to include things such as a Prepareness on a shoestring - •whistle to signal for help, wrench or pliers to turn off utilities, sanitary FEMA family disaster kit scaven- products, diapers, and any other items you’ll need during an emergency. CHECK THE EXPIRATION DATES OF ITEMS IN YOUR KIT AT ger hunt LEAST EVERY 6 MONTHS You may need to survive on your own after an emergency for at least 3 days. Local officials and responders will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. Creating a family disaster preparedness kit does not have to be costly—many of the items for your family’s kit may be found around your home. You can make a game of getting prepared by organizing a family scavenger hunt. Begin by finding a container to store the items (e.g., large bucket, pillowcase, backpack, plastic container, etc.). • Water—at least 1 gallon per person per day for at least 3 days, for drinking and sanitation Cautions: Unopened (sealed) water bottles should be good for at least 1 year. After a bottle is opened, the water will begin to grow bacteria in less than a month. Alternative Water Source: If you are unable to purchase water, a typical home water heater can provide 30 or more gallons of clean drinking water. To use the water in your tank, first turn off the electricity or gas to the water heater. Then, close the supply valve to preserve the cleanliness of the water in the tank. Next, get the air out of the tank by opening any hot water tap such as the kitchen sink. (Caution: The water coming out of the tank may be very hot.) You can use a short water hose (e.g., the supply hose to a washing machine) to drain the water from the tank. Use a screwdriver or coin to operate the drainage valve. If you do not have a hose to transfer the water to jugs or pots, use a shallow pan to collect the water. Allow the tank to fill before restoring power to the water heater. • First aid supplies What To Include: Look for items such as bandages, cotton washcloths, cleaning agent/soap, hydrogen peroxide/isopropyl alcohol, antiseptic cream, and aspirin or an aspirin substitute. Include a list of medical conditions and prescription medicines. Tip: Keep your prescriptions in a plastic bag or travel kit in an easy-to-find location. • Copies of important information What To Include: Include important information such as phone numbers, family records, insurance and financial documents, and copies of passports, identification documents, Social Security cards, immunization records for people and pets, etc. • Radio, flashlight, and batteries What To Include: Include a battery-powered or hand-crank flashlight and radio and extra batteries. Tips: Avoid using candles, which can easily cause fires. It is advisable to have a Weather Radio with tone alert. If you are unable to get a Weather Radio, you may be able to listen to alerts on local radio or access them on the Internet at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/streamaudio.htm REMINDERS: WHEN DISASTER STRIKES Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. Below are some steps you should take if a disaster strikes. • Keep Informed - Listen to local radio or television for news and instructions. • WATCH means it is possible that severe weather conditions will develop. • WARNING means the weather is already occurring or is likely to occur and that people should take proper protective measures Bring things indoors such as lawn furniture, trash cans, children’s toys, garden equipment, clotheslines, hanging plants, and any other objects that may be blown around. Confine or secure your pets in a location in your home or in a carrier for evacuation. Move to a safe area of your home unless you are instructed to evacuate. * Follow Evacuation Orders • Evacuate immediately if told to do so. Ignoring an evacuation order puts you and your family in danger. Wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes. Lock your home. Use the travel routes specified by local authorities; other routes may be impassable or dangerous. If you have only moments before leaving, grab the following items and go: • Prescription medications and other essentials • Driver’s license, personal identification, insurance information, and other critical documents • Disaster kit • Notify your family contact. Relatives and friends will be concerned about your safety. Letting someone know your travel plans will help relieve the fear and anxiety of those who care. When It Is Safe—Assess the Damage • Check for injuries. Determine if anyone is injured. If so, call for help and provide simple first aid measures. • Wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes. Disaster areas and debris contain many hazards. The most common injury following a disaster is cut feet. • Help your neighbors who may require assistance in an emergency situation—infants, elderly people, and people with disabilities—and the people who care for them. • Look for hazards. • Gas: If you smell gas or suspect a leak, open a window and get everyone outside quickly. Turn off the gas at the outside main valve. • Electrical system: If you see sparks or broken or frayed wires, or if you smell burning insulation, turn off the electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker. Getting damaged utilities 24 Emergency Management turned off will prevent further injury or damage. Stay away from downed power lines. • Water: If the water pipes are broken, turn the water off at the main valve. Tip: For all the utilities-gas, electric, and water-find out where shutoff valves/switches are before a disaster strikes. • Structural problems: Watch for objects that could fall. Evacuate structures that are not stable. • Spills: Stay away from areas that contain spilled chemicals or other hazardous material Contact information: Emergency Management Coordinator can be reached at the Tribal Police Department 405-275-3200, cell phone number 405-7401562, and at this email address: lday@astribe.com EMERGENCY NUMBERS 3 911 211 Police, Fire, Ambulance State of Oklahoma TRIBAL POLICE TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGER 405-275-3200 405-740-1562 (Cell) Absentee Shawnee Absentee Shawnee SHERIFF CITY POLICE CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNTY HEALTH DEPT. 405-273-1727 405-273-2121 405-273-5272 405-273-2157 Pottawatomie County Shawnee Shawnee Pottawatomie County SHERIFF CITY POLICE HEALTH DEPT. 405-701-8888 405-321-1600 405-749-1591 Cleveland County Norman Cleveland County OG&E Report Power Outage CANADIAN VALLEY 405-272-9595 1-800-522-6870 405-382-3680 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY HIGHWAY PATROL 1-800-522-0206 405-425-4385 State of Oklahoma Road Conditions EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE HEARTLINE EMERGENCY 25 Power Outage Diabetes and Wellness Chrissy Wiens Physical Activities Specialist Buster Bread Fitness Manager Brandon Goodman Fitness Technician The AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center provides state of the art fitness equipment to help you reach your fitness goals. The AST Fitness Center is available to AST Diabetes Program patients, all Native Americans and their household family members, and the AST employees. Our goal is to provide appropriate and educational fitness training to all AST diabetes patients while promoting a safe, fun, and positive experience. Take some time to come by and visit the Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center today! For more information, please contact Buster Bread or Chrissy Wiens at (405) 364-7298. McKenna Watson Fitness Technician AST Diabetes and Wellness Program The goal of the diabetes and wellness program is to provide a supportive resource to tribal members who are currently diagnosed with diabetes, or at risk and seeking information and/or support for diabetes and personal health. The program will offer guidance on healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercise tips including workout classes with our two certified trainers, and keys to reducing stress. The AST Resource Center fitness room hours are: Monday-Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday CLOSED For more information on the many exciting opportunities available for our tribal community please call our clinic at 405-7017977 or visit our website at www.asthealth.org (Then navigate to our Diabetes and Wellness section under the services section.) 26 Diabetes and Wellness MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES Zumba Fitness 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Cardio Kickboxing 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Zumba Fitness 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Core-N-More Wednesday 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Chrissy Wiens LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY De-Stress Friday 2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m. Buster Bread LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY Strength Circuit 5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Buster Bread Little Axe Resource Center “Core-N-More”- This session will target all regions of the core and will provide a balanced workout for muscle groups that assist in movement and balance. Aerobic Circuit 5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Buster Bread Little Axe Resource Center “Circuit Training”- A time efficient training system aimed at developing strength through pre-determined training stations. “Cardio Kickboxing”- Aerobic training using kickboxing techniques to engage and strengthen the cardiovascular system. 27 “De-Stress”- This session aims to assist participants in utilizing flexibility training to improve muscular flexibility and to induce relaxation for stress relief. Diabetes and Wellness Did you know there is 1,440 minutes in a day and you only need 30 minutes of exercise per day to really improve your over all health? Many of us find it hard to find time to hit the gym with work, kids, or other priorities but exercise doesn't always have to involve a gym. Any kind of physical activity will work as long are moving. Now that Spring is here and the weather is nice there are plenty more things you can do to get the exercise you need like push mowing, raking, gardening, and activities with your kids or grandkids. So get creative and have fun and remember that exercise releases endorphins into your system to make you feel better , too. Many of us that live here in the small area of Little Axe have trouble finding a place to be physically active. Below we have provided some resources available to assist you in finding a variety of activities that will fit with your schedule, interest, or activity needs. Whether you are wanting to just change it up with different activities, or sceneries, these resources are available to you for physical activity!  Thunderbird Lake has on-site activities such as biking, walking Trails, canoeing , kayaking, rafting, fishing, swimming, archery, and more. They have many events scheduled for 2016!! Visit their website at www.lakethunderbirdpark/travelOK.com or contact Susie Snider at (405) 360– 3526.  The Little Axe Community Center offers disc golf, softball fields, and occasionally, Zumba Classes. If you would like more information on the LA Community Center, please call Pam Sharp at (405) 292-9770.  Norman Oklahoma Paintball & ATV Field is located 3 miles east of Thunderbird Casino, just south of Hwy-9. For more information go to www.atvgames4x4@yahoo.com or call (405)409-0554 or (405) 360-5934.  Little Axe High School has an outdoor running track and tennis court available for use when not occupied by school games or practices. Brought to you by The AST Diabetes and Wellness Program (405) 701-7977 (LAHC)/(405) 364-7298 (Fitness) 28 From your mailbox to your computer, crooks have new ways to scam you. We’ll teach you how to protect yourself at these FREE events. 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. TOPICS INCLUDE: Medicare Fraud, Insurance Fraud, Investment Fraud and Banking Fraud. New this year! Attendees registering as public can enter our raffle to win a paper shredder. There will be two shredders given away at each event. ARDMORE - MARCH 13 Ardmore Convention Center 2401 N. Rockford Rd. Salons D & E Ardmore, OK 73401 OKLAHOMA CITY - MARCH 28 TULSA - APRIL 10 Marriott Tulsa Hotel Southern Hills 1902 E. 71st St. Council Oak Ballroom A-C Tulsa, OK 74136 PONCA CITY - APRIL 19 NORMAN - APRIL 26 Embassy Suites Norman 2501 Conference Dr. Norman, OK 73069 BROKEN ARROW - MAY 1 The Tower Hotel Carolyn Renfro Event Center Stoney Creek Hotel 3233 Northwest Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73112 445 Fairview Ave. Ponca City, OK 74601 200 W. Albany St. Stone Room Broken Arrow, OK 74012 WOODWARD - APRIL 3 LAWTON - APRIL 25 Woodward Conference Center Cameron University 3401 Centennial Lane Exhibit Hall A Woodward, OK 73801 McMahon Centennial Complex McCasland Ballroom A&B 501 S.W. University Dr. Lawton, OK 73505 Register online at map.oid.ok.gov or by calling 1-800-763-2828. Insurance professionals can earn four hours of Continuing Education (CE) credit for $31. Online payment must be made in advance. These events are funded, in part, by the Administration on Community Living’s Senior Medicare Patrol grant. 29 Elder’s Corner ELDERS CORNER Greetings!! During the first three months of 2018, the Elders Council has continued to work on administrative items. Due to various topics and issues, we have not been able to fully discuss and vote on the proposed changes to the Guidelines. As of this writing, the plan is to hopefully vote on the proposed Guideline changes at the March meeting. Once we finish the Guideline work, the Officers will start building on the events calendar for the remainder of the year. At the February meeting, the members voted to participate in the Tribal Easter Event. The Elders Council purchased over 700 eggs and gave gift cards as prizes for those lucky youth hunters. There was also an egg hunt for Elders with special prizes in some of the eggs. So, I hope that many Tribal members were able to attend the festivities on this special day. The Elders Council members voted to make improvements to the Little Axe Community Building. Mini blinds and a coat rack will be purchased with donated money for these improvements. At the last meeting, Dan Little Axe announced that Troy Little Axe will be honored at the Operation Eagle Pow-wow in Dewey, Oklahoma. The Elders Council members plan to participate in this event. Members expressed an interest in attending the Azalea Festival in Muskogee along with having lunch at the Miller’s Eating Place in Chouteau. Estimates for all travel events will be presented at the Elders Council meetings and voted on. No trip is scheduled without a vote by the membership. As a reminder, members must meet eligibility requirements in order to participate in travel events. Therefore, keep your attendance up by being involved—please attend meetings—we enjoy seeing everyone at least once a month! The Elders Council plans to host a speaking opportunity for all 2018 election candidates. Each candidate will be given the opportunity to briefly speak before the start of our April 21, 2018 meeting at the Resource Center. The doors will open at 9:00 A.M. Each candidate will be given a few minutes to speak. The Elders Council encourages all Absentee Shawnee Tribal members to vote. Your vote can make a difference. Also, the Elders Council members encourage all Tribal members to attend the GENERAL COUNCIL in Shawnee on April 14. The Elders Council members are selling raffle tickets for shawls and the drawing will be held prior to the start of the GC meeting and winners’ names will be posted at the meeting. Cost is $1.00 per ticket. As always, I like to end my articles with thought provoking quotes. I hope everyone enjoys these little words of wisdom. Quote: If you can’t make them see the light, make them feel the heat! Until next time, Atheda Fletcher 30 You’re getting a new Medicare card! Cards will be mailed between April 2018 – April 2019 You asked, and we listened. You’re getting a new Medicare card! Between April 2018 and April 2019, we’ll be removing Social Security numbers from Medicare cards and mailing each person a new card. This will help keep your information more secure and help protect your identity. You’ll get a new Medicare Number that’s unique to you, and it will only be used for your Medicare coverage. The new card won’t change your coverage or benefits. You’ll get more information from Medicare when your new card is mailed. Here’s how you can get ready: ■ Make sure your mailing address is up to date. If your address needs to be corrected, contact Social Security at ssa.gov/myaccount or 1-800-772-1213. TTY users can call 1-800-325-0778. ■ Beware of anyone who contacts you about your new Medicare card. We’ll never ask you to give us personal or private information to get your new Medicare Number and card. ■ Understand that mailing everyone a new card will take some time. Your card might arrive at a different time than your friend’s or neighbor’s. CMS Product No. 12002 September 2017 he AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual roughout the legal system. programs serve education as a resource to the community ssault. Participants have upThe to six months also to obtain and center job skills needed to beginbya fering educational information and referrals. ew life. Enrollment Transitional Housing Court Advocacy Please keep all addresses, phone he AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves of Domestic ssists survivors with domestic violence court related victims costsnumbers, (when funding and isViolence/Sexual available) and ssault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a nameaschanges current the enrollment office. ppearances well as filing for emergency with protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders. ew life. This helps keep are records current. Shelter Placement Assistance Court Advocacy he Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within ssists survivors domestic court relatedEmergency costs (when funding is for available) and klahoma in orderwith to help victimsviolence obtain safe housing. transportation ppearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders. e victim and children may also be available. Enrollment CDIB Printing is from Shelter Placement Assistance Housing and Utility Assistance 8-:00AM - 4:30PM he Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within ssists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in klahoma insituations. order to help obtain housing. Emergency transportation for or utility mergency Thisvictims assistance maysafe allow for a victim to either receive housing esistance. victim and children may also be available. All walk-ins or appointments will need to check in FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES before 4:30pm each day. Housing and Utility Assistance Referral Assistance This change is to provide the staff the and/or appropriate ssists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, violence in ssists with providing community resources to those who are in need of dating additional services time for daily closing procedures. mergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility utside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program. PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFIC FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK. PLEASEWEBSITE: CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFIC WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM sistance. Community Outreach ReferralViolence Assistance he Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Program offers educational trainings, We appreciate your understanding this ssists with providing community resources to order thosetowho are during in need of additional formational displays, and community events in provide more awareness to bothservices Tribal utside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program. transition and if you have any questions please nd Non-Tribal communities. contact Ezra DeLodge, Tribal Secretary or Carly Community Outreach or Dyer, any questions regarding any ofDirector. the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment he Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings, ribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888. formational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal nd Non-Tribal Thankcommunities. you, LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK. 38 or any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Staff ribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888. Did You Know..... Did You Know…… Did You Know..... Didchanges You Know…… Any name Any name changes that thatmay mayoccur occur marriage, divorce, etc.) need to be updated (ie: Any name changes that may occur (i.e. marriage, needmay to beoccur updated Any namedivorce, changesetc.)that WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM How to Get a Tag 38 NEW MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION* Any new motor vehicle registrations mustHow be donetoinGet person by the Tribal Member. The fol a Tag BEFORE anybe updated new through enrollment, marriage, divorce, etc.) need to (ie: enrollment, BEFORE new (i.e.through marriage, divorce, etc.) need to beanyupdated or renewalsBEFORE can beany processed. registrations new through enrollment, registrations or renewals can be processed. through enrollment, BEFORE any new registrations or renewals can be processed. 31 list of required documents you must have for new motor vehicle registration(s). TITLE VEHICLE REGISTRATION* NEW• MOTOR SALEregistrations OR SALES must CONTRACTLIEN ENTRY applicable) Any•newBILL motorOFvehicle be done in person by theFORM Tribal(ifMember. The fo • ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL ENROLLMENT CARD list of required documents you must have for new motor vehicle registration(s). •• OKLAHOMA INSURANCE VERIFICATION TITLE •• VALID DRIVER LICENSE ENTRY FORM (if applicable) BILL OFOKLAHOMA SALE OR SALES CONTRACTLIEN • ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL ENROLLMENT CARD REGISTRATION RENEWAL • OKLAHOMA INSURANCE VERIFICATION There are two (2) options available. The following is a list of required documents for renew • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER LICENSE RENEWING IN PERSON: REGISTRATION RENEWAL Registration Certificate There are• twoCurrent (2) options available. The following is a list of required documents for renew • Oklahoma Insurance Verification •RENEWING Valid Oklahoma Driver License IN PERSON: •• Absentee Shawnee Tribal Enrollment card Current Registration Certificate • Oklahoma Insurance Verification RENEWING BY MAIL: • Valid Oklahoma Driver License To renew by mail, send check or money order along with the above listed items. M ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBERS APPLYING FOR TRIBAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE (T.E.A) (A ONE TIME YEARLY PAYMENT OF $150.00, PER RESIDENCE) ELIGIBILITY ¸ ENROLLED ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE ¸ 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER ¸ UTILITY BILL IN YOUR NAME AND/OR SPOUSE’S NAME (SPOUSE MUST RESIDE IN HOME) ¸ TOTAL RESIDENCE INCOME (MUST NOT EXCEED A MONTHLY NET PAY OF $2,800.00) REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: ¸ SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE) ¸ CDIB CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE) ¸ CURRENT UTILITY BILL AND/OR DISCONNECT NOTICE ¸ CURRENT 30 DAYS INCOME VERIFICATION (I.E. CHECK STUB, SOCIAL SECURITY, UNEMPLOYMENT, TANF, ETC.) ¸ UNEMPLOYED APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE SELF-CERTIFICATION FORM PROVIDED BY CASE WORKER APPLICATION ALSO ONLINE: wwwastribe.com HAVE APPLICATION COMPLETED AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATIONS BEFORE SUBMITTING TO SOCIAL SERVICES ATTENTION OILS 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 Oklahoma Indian Legal Services the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. will be at the Tribal Court House, TRIBAL MEMBERS!!! Bldg. #3 eachmailing month on in theyour 2nd Thursday from 9am-12pm. When application for THIP list all applicants by a priority list: a. Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly b. Income Oklahoma IndianSize/Overcrowded Legal Services (OILS) is a nonprofit organization c. Family Living Conditions Condition of Home thatd.provides free legal services to low income Native Americans any assistance through the Social Service Department, Please DO NOT send in Oklahoma. To beavailable: eligible for services you must fall within OILS Other Programs original CDIB, Drivers License and Social •Sanitation Facilities Assistance Program income guidelines. Applications need to be completed and all necessary Please attachwillcopies Security cards. documents attached before the application be processed. Contact information: Applications are available thein website: of your ID’s only; ifonline you on are the office www.astribe.com. copiesOklahoma will be made. Absentee ShawIndian Legal Submit completed application to: Services (OILS) neeOffice Tribe not responsible for lost ID’s 4200 Perimeter Center Dr.,&Ste 222 of is Environmental Health Engineering Tribe of Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OKany 73112 in the Absentee mail.2025 If Shawnee you have questions, S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801 Telephone: (405) 943-6457 (405) 275-4030, ext. 6225 or please call Absentee Shawnee Tribe Complex Telephone: (800)& 658-1497 Office of Environmental Health Engineering, Building 13 If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at Facsimile: 917-7060 (405) (405) 214-4235 6255. THE OFFICE OF STUDY ON PUBLIC ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & ENGINEERING (OEH&E) HEALTH, WELLNESS AND PUBLIC SAFETY IN TRIBAL COMMUNITIES The principal role of OEH&E is to raise the health status of our tribal members to the highest possible level by providing services in the area of water and wastewater. To qualify for a water well and/or septic system, the applicant must be an enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal member and reside within one of these six counties; Pottawatomie, Cleveland, Oklahoma, Payne, Lincoln, or Logan, provide land ownership by verification such as a Warranty Deed or Notarized Lease The Absentee Tribe is supporting Agreement through Shawnee the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Realitya Department. Proof of income is not required. grassroots initiated research study on public safety, The services we provide are: new water wells, renovation of health and wellness affecting Indian women. This a water wells, new city or rural water connections, replacement of city or rural water service lines, new wastewater septic research was requested by Indian women and systems, renovation of septic systems, new city sewer lines/ tribal leaders consultations held systems with the renovation of cityduring sewer lines and water treatment as needed. We are not funded to perform annual pumping of septic U.S. Department of Justice and through separate tanks. That service is considered part of home maintenance. visits toarevarious congressional These If you having water or wastewaterdelegates. issues or building a new home and need services please come by our office and fill advocacy efforts caused Congress to mandate the out an OEH&E application for assistance. National Institute (NIJ) tohousing conduct a If your home is underof theJustice management of any authority and has not study been paid off, you do qualifysafety, national baseline focusing on not public for assistance. Applications for this program are public health and wellness needs of Indian women available online at www.astribe.com and at the living tribal lands. OEH&Eon building. 18 32 The Absentee Shawnee Tribe seeks to better Education The following are current programs administered by the Absentee Shaw- Consultation at Norman Public Schools. During the week of Spring Break nee Tribe Education Department: 2018, the Education Department will be hosting the Melokami Youth Camp. On March 26th, we are hosting a Financial Aid presentation at the Academic (K-12) Program: assists with academic related expenses, Little Axe Resource Center from 6 pm to 7 pm. • and a portion of funds can be used for school-related athletic program expenses. Program has a maximum funding limit for the academic year. For more information, please call me at (405) 275- 4030, Ext. 6242 or • Zahn Program: established from a trust fund, program can help 1-800-256-3341 or email me at tresham@astribe.com. with some graduation expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients and one for High School graduates. Program has a maximum amount of funding for graduation expenses. • Job Training Adult Education Program: funds for vocational training at accredited vocational institutions. Program has a maximum funding limit for the calendar year or per program. • Higher Education: Education Incentive Award Program: funds for undergraduate degrees, one associate or bachelor degree, at any accredited college or university. Funding levels are determined based upon grade point average and full-time or part-time status. • Graduate Scholarship Program: funds for one master’s degree or one doctoral degree, and can fund one graduate admissions test. This program has funding levels based upon full-time and part-time status. • Big Jim Youth Award Program: annual incentive for High School Seniors for Academic Achievement and Athlete of the Year. Deadline for application submission is March 31st of each year. All funding is based upon the availability of funds at the time of application. Attention: Applications for fall 2018 must be received or postmarked by June 15, 2018. Fall 2018 applicants must provide a copy of their new Tribal Enrollment Card with their application. February/March 2018 Update by Tresha Spoon: I had a visit with Brent Cahwee from Haskell Indian Nations University on February 6th. He left admissions information with me to distribute. The Tribal Youth Program Coordinator and I worked on the Department of Justice, Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation during the months of February and March. Our grant for Purpose Area 9 was submitted successfully with the other departments on March 21, 2018. I have been attending Board meetings for the Oklahoma Council for Economic Education. I attended the Shawnee Gem and Mineral Club meeting on February 13th for continued work on our Super Science Saturday project on April 21, 2018 (flyer is in the newsletter). This project is collaboration between the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the American Indian Institute, and the Tribe, our most recent meeting on March 13th included all the Education staff to prepare for the upcoming event. On March 6th, I attended the Tribal Consultation for White Rock Public School, on March 7th the Shawnee Public Schools Tribal Consultation, and on March 15th the Metro Schools Tribal 19 33 When: Saturday, April 21, 2018 Where: Absentee Shawnee Health Multi-Purpose Building 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee Ages: 5th Grade-8Th Grade Time: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Spots are LIMITED TO 30!!! First Come, First Serve with COMPLETED Paperwork Contact/Sign-Up: Brandon Goodman 405-275-4030 ext. 6255 brandon.goodman@astribe.com • Tax Commission FY-2018 YTD TAX COLLECTIONS (thru 02/28/2018) Zahn • ZP ahn rogr P arog m es aA m •• : r Aca expenses, expenses, and awa and a por A fun and exciting program for your child to learn and grow! Our qualified and School School graduates. graduat P e Pro • Job • T Job rain T ing rain A ing du dedicated staff provide rich learning environments where parents are encouraged vocational vocational institution inst y • Zah to volunteer! If you are interested in our program, please contact our office in program. program. • gra Z • Higher • Higher Education: Educa your area to complete an application. degrees, degrees, one associa oneand a s levelslevels are determined are deter for G • you! G• radua Gradua te Sch te olSc arsh h We look forward to sharing your child’s learning years with • Job can fund can fund one gradu one m g time and time part-time and part-ti st acc • J In our Shawnee location, we have two available options: Early Head Start cale • Bi • g B Jiim g J Y im outh Y ou tr (Birth to 3), & Head Start (3 up to 5). Both Norman and Cushing are strictly Academic Academic • Hig stAchievem stAch YEAR-TO-DATE %March OF31 TAXES March of 31each offu y Head Start Programs (3 up to 5). • und H COLLECTED JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER TOTAL All funding All funding is based is based uponor up th u If you would like more information regarding our programs or fo full All applications All applications and guide and to apply, please contact: a Services Services and select and select Ed • Gra Main Office: Enrollment ManagerCenter: Center $0.00 Shawnee $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Shawnee $0.00 $0.00Supervisor$7,083.55 1.26%Educat u Sherry Marsh (405) 275-4870 Stacey Osborne (405) deg For more For more information, information, •plea G $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $450,000.00 79.96% 878-5820 leve 3341 3341 or email or email to tresh toatm re@ sh a a o 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 1533 N $0.00 McKinley, $0.00 Shawnee $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $22,995.90 4.09% p 74801 • Big sherrym@ctsaheadstart.org $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,933.88 1.41% Sen • app B $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $30,853.56 5.48% Cushing Center: Center SupervisorNorman Center: Center SupervisorS Wava Anderson (918) 225-1029 Amy Porter $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $35,258.38 6.26% D All funding (405) 447-0381 FY-2018 YTD TAX COLLECTIONS (through 02/28/2018) TAX CATEGORY JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE Sales (6%) Gaming % of free cash Employee (1%) Severance (8%) Motor Vehicle Motor Fuel Taxes (Qtrly.) Tobacco Refund $6,955.22 $128.33 $150,000.00 $300,000.00 $11,386.59 $11,609.31 $4,549.73 $3,384.15 $11,963.40 $18,890.16 $35,258.38 $0.00 $4,367.11 $4,026.41 $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 TOTAL TAXES $224,480.43 $338,038.36 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Miscellaneous $122.50 $142.65 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 111 W Vine, Cushing 74023 Norman 73069 $0.00 $0.00 516 $8,393.52 Iowa St., Health/Mental Health/Disabilities Manager $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Melanie Williams (405) 275-4870 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 $0.00 $562,518.79 $0.00 $265.15 All applicat All applica Services an 0.05% AMERICAN ACCEPTED) $0.00NATIVE$0.00 $0.00 PROGRAM $0.00 (ALL $0.00 $562,783.94 800-256-33 100% $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND TOTAL COLLECTIONS $224,602.93 $338,181.01 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 1.49% All fundin Attentio Applicati For more in For more i ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by offering educational information and referrals. Transitional Housing The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a new life. 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 (405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225 Court Advocacy Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders. 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. Funded through SAHMSA Native Connections Grant in providing 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. support by: • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE • VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE • CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD • NOTARIZED TITLE • NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or PURCHASE AGREEMENT • LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments) • LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien) Extending an out outreach through community partnerships to increase awareness of Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in the PLEAS Community Outreach community. LOCAT The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings,  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. informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal and Non-Tribal communities.  *TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS* Note: You may be asked to provide supporting documentation for verification purposes. • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE • VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE • CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD • PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION *ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER* 1-4 YEARS 5-8 YEARS 9-12 YEARS 13-16 YEARS 17- OVER YEARS Increasing the participation of youth, parents, tribal leaders, and health providers in developing mental health service and treatment options based on the cultural values and practice of the Native com38 munity. For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.  Easing the impacts of substance use, mental health illnesses, and trauma in native communities.  Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood. If you would like to know more about this program, please contact us! $85 $75 $55 $35 $15 Linda Gouge Grant Coordinator (405)701-7988 Victoria Andrews Grant Assistant (405)701-7995 Little Axe Health Center Li-Si-Wi-Nwi Health, Inc. 15951 Little Axe Drive Norman, OK 73026 $0.25 A DAY “This flyer was developed under a grant number SM080181 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The views, policies, and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of SAMHSA or HHS.” 34 OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER dedicated staff provide rich learning environments where parents are encouraged vocational voca to volunteer! If you are interested in our program, please contact our officeprogram. in prog • Higher • High E your area to complete an application. degrees, degro levelslevel are • you! G• radua Grad te We look forward to sharing your child’s learning years with can fund can time and timep In our Shawnee location, we have two available options: Early Head Start • Bi•g B Jiim g (Birth to 3), & Head Start (3 up to 5). Both Norman and Cushing are strictly Academic Acad s March Marc 31 Head Start Programs (3 up to 5). All funding All funding is bas If you would like more information regarding our programs or All applications All applicat to apply, please contact: Services Services and sele an Shawnee Main Office: Enrollment ManagerShawnee Center: Center SupervisorSherry Marsh (405) 275-4870 Stacey Osborne (405) For more For more informa in Who are the children in need? 878-5820 3341 3341 or email or ema to t • Native American children in custody of tribe or state. 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 1533 N • Native American children ages 0-17. McKinley, Shawnee 74801 • Native American children in sibling groups. sherrym@ctsaheadstart.org • Native American children with special, physical, or emotional needs. • Native American children mixed with another ethnicity. Cushing Center: Center SupervisorNorman Center: Center SupervisorWava Anderson (918) 225-1029 Amy Porter TRIBAL FOSTER CARE HOMES ARE NEEDED FOR (405) 447-0381 111 W Vine, OUR Cushing 74023 TRIBAL CHILDREN 516 Iowa St., Norman 73069 WILL YOU OPEN YOUR Health/Mental Health/Disabilities Manager HOME TO A CHILD IN NEED? Melanie Williams (405) 275-4870 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FOSTER FAMILIES MUSTHOME LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: CARE PLEASE CONTACT: POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND JULIE WILSON 275-4030 EXT. 6376 NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM (ALL ACCEPTED) ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by offering educational information and referrals. 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 (405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225 Transitional Housing The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a new life. Court Advocacy Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders. 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. • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE • VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE • CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD • NOTARIZED TITLE • NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or PURCHASE AGREEMENT • LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments) • LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien) *TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR 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. 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. 35 38 APRIL 2018 ABRIL www.infantcrisis.org/babymobile 405-528-3663 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY LUNES MARTES MIERCOLES JUEVES VIERNES 5 6 3 4 NSO WIC 3530 N MacArthur OKC 73122 11am - 3pm Norman COCAA 1155 E Main Norman 73071 11am - 2pm OKC Indian Clinic 5208 W Reno OKC 73127 12pm - 4pm Mustang Library 1201 N Mustang Rd. Mustang 73064 10am - 2pm 10 11 12 13 Variety Care Straka 1025 Straka Terr. OKC 73139 10am - 2pm WCD WIC OKC 7001 S Western OKC 73139 10am - 2pm NorthCare 2617 General Pershing OKC 73107 10am - 2pm Rolling Green Apartments 400 E Danforth Rd. Edmond 73034 10am - 2pm WCD WIC El Reno 1629 E Hwy 66, Ste D El Reno 73036 10am - 2pm Noble Head Start 204 N Main Noble 73068 12pm - 3pm Mercy Primary Care - Guthrie 2919 S Division Guthrie 73044 10am - 2pm Yukon Integris Hospital 1201 Health Center Pkwy. Yukon 73099 10am - 2pm 16 17 18 19 20 Variety Care Lafayette 500 SW 44th OKC 73109 10am - 2pm Mary Mahoney 12716 NE 36th St. Spencer 73084 1pm - 3pm Skyline Urban Ministry 500 SE 15th St OKC 73129 10am - 2pm Norman CCHD 250 12th Ave. NE Norman 73071 11am - 2pm Lincoln Health Dept. 101 Meadow Ln, Chandler 74834 10am - 2pm Moore FRC 2635 N Sheilds Moore 73160 10am-2pm 24 25 2 9 23 Community Market 120 S Center St. Shawnee 74801 10am - 2pm Seminole COCAA 315 E Broadway Ave Seminole, OK 74868 10am - 2pm 26 27 CLOSED Variety Care Portland 5320 N Portland OKC 73112 1pm - 3pm Variety Care Straka 1025 Straka Terr. OKC 73139 10am - 2pm Putnam City Academy., 11a - 2p 5604 NW 41st, OKC 73122 Guiding Right WIC, 10a - 1p 1420 NE 23rd St., MWC 73111 Educare, 2:30p - 4p 500 SE Grand, OKC 73129 US Grant, 1:30a - 3:30p 5016 S Penn., OKC 73119 30 36 CERRADO 37 Absentee Shawnee Tribe Behavioral Health Services WHITE BISON, Inc. A Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Substance Abuse Wellbriety Group Meetings Facilitator: John Soap, LPC Every Thursday 5:30pm-6:30pm Shawnee Multipurpose Building (east of the Shawnee Clinic, Bldg. 16) For further information, contact: Shawnee Behavioral Health Services: John 405-878-4716 Little Axe Behavioral Health Services: Dara 405-701-7987 38 2018 PROGRAMS FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFICE LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE, OK. WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program “ S e e t h e Pe r s o n N o t t h e D i s a b i l i t y ” History: The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational services to American Indians since 1994, and transition services to students since 2009. Our goal is to develop and provide specialized services to American Indian students with a disability. We want to help these students that are making a transition from high school to work or who are seeking post-secondary education. Services Than Can Be Provided: Depending on an individual’s needs and goals, will determine which services are best for you. However, some services that we can provide include testing fees such as SATs & ACTs, assistive devices, evaluations, and various other services. Qualifications: Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school, and must reside in one of the seven counties served by the Iowa Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You must also provide documentation of your disability and this can include a doctor’s statement or the IEP or 504 plan from your school. Counties We Serve: Kay, Noble, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, and Logan Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program P.O. Box 728 Perkins, OK 74059 Contact: Christa McClellan Phone: 405-547-5721 Toll Free: 1-888-336-4692 E-mail: cmcclellan@iowanation.org WE ARE ON THE INTERNET: www.bahkhoje.com 39 Gov. Gov. Elizabeth Clark ................................... 6296 ICW Rachael Lankford ............................... 6222 Ronelle Baker......................................6375 Casey Adams ....................................... 6337 Donna Longhorn ..........................6240 Treasurer Leah Bender..................6239 Rep Anthony Johnson ..................6287 Trent Norton .................................6335 Julie Wilson..........................................6376 Elizabeth Clark.....................................6296 UMAN RESOURCES H Treasurer Leah Bates...................6239 Casey Adams......................................6337 Cheri Hardeman .................................. 6252 Secretary John R. Johnson ..........6289 Alvina Barnes 6275 Secretary Ezra................................ Delodge................6284 Jeff Gibson .................................... 6256 Alvina Barnes................................6275 ........................................................6306 Lt. Governor John Johnson.......6289 Lt.Governor IsaacR.Gibson ...........6253 Andy Warrior..................................6309 Warrior ...............................6309 Mary Billy .....................................6267 Mary Billy.......................................6267 (BIA Spec.) ...................6325 Scott Miller Scott Miller (BIA Spec.).................6325 FINANCE Victor Flores ........................................ 6282 FINANCE Shema Lincoln ..................................... 6250 Holly Davis...........................................6265 Jenny Ware ......................................... 6279 Twyla Blanchard..................................6233 Holly Davis .......................................... 6265 Jennifer Crenshaw...............................6228 David Deer............................................ 6320 Courtney Green...................................6300 Twyla Blanchard ................................ 6233 Misty Griffith.........................................6290 Jennifer Crenshaw............................... 6228 Phyllis Wahahrickah-Tasi.....................6338 Courtney Green ................................... 6300 Sandra Burnett.....................................6385 Misty Griffith ...................................... 6290 Phillip Ellis ........................................... 6280 HUMANWahahrickah-Tasi RESOURCES ................... 6338 Phillis Cheri Hardeman..................................6252 Sandra Burnett ................................... 6385 Governor EdwinaButler-Wolfe.......6308 Butler-Wolfe ..6308 Governor Edwina Twila Parker .................................6307 Glenna Jones.................................6307 Lesa Shaw .....................................6269 ......................................................6263 ........................................................ 6263 CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM UPDATED: OCTOBER 6, 2016 Corrections? E-Mail to phonelist@astribe.com Clinic (Bldg. 17) .............................................. 878-5850 Pharmacy......................................................... 878-5859 Toll free................................................. 1-866-742-4977 (Chrissy Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman) Pharmacy......................................878-5859 SHAWNEE CLINIC Toll Free.............................1-866-742-4977 Clinic - Dental ................................................. 307-9704 Diabetes ........................................................... 360-0698 SHAWNEE CLINIC Pharmacy......................................................... 292-9530 Resource Center ............................................. 364-7298 Clinic (Bldg. 17)............................878-5850 After hours ...................................................... 447-0498 (Cherry Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman) LITTLE AXE...................................... CLINIC OEH/OEP 214-4235 Clinic-Medical...............................447-0300 Police Dept. ................ 275-3200 / 275-3432 After Hours...................................447-0498 Thunderbird Casino NRM ..........360-9270 Clinic - Dental...............................307-9704 Shawnee Casino ............................273-2679 Diabetes........................................360-0698 Tribal Store (Little Axe) ..................364-0668 Pharmacy......................................292-9530 LITTLE AXE CLINIC Resource Center...........................364-7298 Clinic - Medical ............................................... 447-0300 (Sherman Tiger, Derek Hilderbrand) Media .............................................598-1279 OTHER & TOLL FREE XTENSIONS OTHER EENTITIES All Nations Bank...........................273-0202 Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. ............................... 6294 ASEDA..........................................878-6782 Bldg. 1 Break Rm ................................ 6305 Toll Gov.Free.............................1-800-256-3341 Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. ....................... 6330 Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. .......................... 6311 Brendle Corner.............................447-3372 FinanceBlocks.............................878-0633 Conference Rm...................... 6236 Building (Elizabeth Crawford, Ponkilla) & TBriana OLL FREE OTHER ENTITIES Building Blocks II LA.....................360-2710 All Nations Bank...........................273-0202 (Billie Thompson) ASEDA .......................................... 878-6782 Housing.........................................273-1050 Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341 Human BrendleResources........................275-1468 Corner .............................447-3372 Indian Child Welfare.....................878-4702 Building Blocks ............................878-0633 Media............................................598-1279 (Elizabeth Crawford, Briana Ponkilla) Building Blocks II LAJackson) ..................360-2710 (Sherman Tiger, Sara (Billie Thompson) OEH/OEP.....................................214-4235 Housing .......................................... 273-1050 Police Department......275-3200 / 275-3432 Human Resources 275-1468 Thunderbird Casino......................... NRM.............360-9270 Indian Child Welfare ...................878-4702 Shawnee Casino..........................273-2679 Country Kitchen Restaurant .......366-7220 Tribal Store (Little Axe).................364-0668 Ted Watson .......................................... 6270 OTHER EXTENSIONS TITLE1 VI Bldg. Conference Room....................6294 Thomasine Owings (DIR)........ 6227 Bldg. 1 Break(Doss) Room............................6305 Johnnie BettelyounRoom............6330 ..................... 6272 Gov. BldgMae 2 Conference Donna Butler........................................ 6270 Fam. Services Conference Room........6311 Robert Schoolfield ............................... 6270 Finance Conference Room..................6236 TERO Jeff Gibson ........................................... 6284 Linda VI Gouge ........................................ 6255 TITLE Thomasine (Doss) Owings TAX COMMISSION / TAG (Dir.)..........6227 Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun.......................6272 Alicia Engler ........................................ 6257 Donna ConnorButler........................................6270 Edwards ................................. 6237 Robert ShelbySchoolfield...............................6270 White ........................................ 6258 Ted Watson..........................................6270 Annie Wilson (Director)......................... 6225 TAX COMMISSION/TAG Lea Tsotaddle....................................... 6248 Colleen Butler ...................................... 6247 Alicia Engler.........................................6257 Connor Edwards..................................6237 SERVICES SOCIALWhite........................................6258 Shelby Cecil Wilson ......................................... 6246 Annie Wilson (Director)........................6225 REALTY Sheelby Thorpe .................................... 6244 Kayla Ketakea ..................................... 6281 Tara Battise .......................................... 6410 SOCIAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT Lea Tsotaddle.......................................6248 AsayciaButler......................................6247 Clayton ................................... 6291 Colleen OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA 2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR. SHAWNEE, OK 74801 (After School Program Director) REALTY Edwina Butler-Wolfe............................6308 Cecil Wilson.........................................6246 Jackie Denny........................................6377 Rep Anthony Johnson...................6287 ICW RECEPTIONIST Ronelle Baker....................................... 6375 Lea Bettelyoun .....................................4030 Julie Wilson LITTLE AXE ......................................... RESOURCE CENTER 6376 Jackie Denny ........................................ 6377 RECEPTIONIST Duke Blanchard............................585-3669 ATTORNEY Lea Campbell Bettelyoun.....................................4030 Ray .......................................6313 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER MAINTENANCE Robert Komahcheet..................... 585-8310 COURT ATTORNEY Kevin Blanchard Kaseca.......................................6316 Duke ........................... 585-3669 Kathy Brock (Court Clerk).................6241 Austin Bond.........................................6313 Reta Harjo............................................6249 Courtney Hodges .................................6260 MAINTENANCE Trey Gill...............................................6313 Stephen Fife........................................6234 Kevin KasecaIsaac ........................................ 6316 CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP Sherri Yetter, Bettelyoun, John Mann, Reta Harjo ............................................ 6249 Merry Shop) ..................6310 Tom White, Donnie Marshal.................6331 CULT. Rodriguez PRES./GIFTGiftSHOP Fife.......................................... 6234 Devon Frazier(Library)......... [Text truncated at 120,000 characters. The full text is on the page linked above.] --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A7d0622121e738acd. Public record. Not legal advice.