# OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE (2021)

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ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE NEWS
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OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

January 2021

AST Receives COVID-19 Vaccine

We are proud to announce that the Absentee-Shawnee Tribal Health System received its first shipment of the Pfizer COVID-19
vaccine. Vaccinations began for frontline workers and Tribal leadership December 17th. Governor John Johnson of the AbsenteeShawnee Tribe received the first dose.
“Today is a great day for the Absentee-Shawnee Tribe,” said Governor Johnson. “I’m very proud of our Health System…they do so
much for our people.”
ASTHS will follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommended vaccination distribution schedule in a threephase plan.

Deirdre Yarbrough (ASTHS Public Health Director) administers the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Governor John Johnson

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Executive Committee

Governor’s
REPORT

Executive Committee

JOHN JOHNSON
AST Governor

GOVERNOR
John Johnson

LT. GOVERNOR
Kenneth Blanchard

Happy New Year!! I hope
everyone had a good holiday
season and this newsletter finds
you in good health. 2020 was a
tough year for all of us but with
the COVID-19 vaccine now in
use; I believe 2021 will be a
much better year.
I hope everyone was able to
take advantage of the multiple
CARES relief funds that were
made available. The 2nd General
Welfare Relief Fund was
hopefully a help to all during
the holiday season. I know
our finance and enrollment
departments have worked very
hard on getting everyone’s
applications processed and
financial assistance out to the
tribal members. So I want to
thank the employees that are in
these departments for all their
hard work.
On December 12th, 2020,
the annual AST Children’s
Christmas party was held.
Although it looked very different
from previous years due to
COVID-19, there was still a good
turnout. The children that came
to the drive-thru event received
a gift card, AST blanket and
goodie bag. I want to thank all
the volunteers that helped with
the set-up and distribution of this
event for the AST children.
As I close, please continue to be
aware of COVID-19 and follow
all safety precautions. Wear
a mask; wash your hands and
social distancing is encouraged at
all times. By following all safety
precautions and even getting the
vaccine hopefully we will be able
to better manage COVID-19 and
have an even better 2021!
Governor Johnson

SECRETARY
Ezra DeLodge

January 2021

Representative’s REPORT
Alicia Miller AST Representative

Ho wa se ke sa ke! (Good day!)
I would like to begin by wishing
you and your family a very happy
New Year. A new year brings a
renewed hope for a better year for
ourselves, our loved ones and the
world around us. The roll out for
the vaccine has commenced, at the
time of writing this article, which
definitely provides optimism for
many. If you opt-in for the vaccine
inoculations please read and educate
yourself on which vaccine you will
be getting, its possible side effects
and follow-up for the additional
dose. The CDC has developed a
new tool, V-safe, as an additional
layer of safety monitoring to
rapidly detect safety issues with
COVID-19 vaccines. V-safe is a new
smartphone-based, after-vaccination
health checker for those who receive
COVID-19 vaccines. Please visit
www.cdc.gov for more information
on this new tool as well as updated
COVID-19 quarantine times and the
approved vaccines.
I will be working with the Executive
Committee members to fill
vacancies on our tribal boards, and
currently, the Cultural Preservation
Department is taking letters of
interest for the Cultural Preservation

Committee and for the NAGPRA
Board. If you are interested, please
send a Letter of Interest (LOI) to
Secretary DeLodge @ ezrad@
astribe.com for consideration.
I would also like to welcome Mrs.
Michele Nowell, the new AST
Human Resources Director. She is
an HR professional with 20 years
of experience and we are excited
she has joined our team and I look
forward to a productive partnership
on behalf of the tribe.
My office is working to host the
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
program, set to begin in February, to
help income eligible AST members
prepare and file their 2020 state and
federal income tax forms. Due to
COVID, coordination is presenting
slight challenges but once everything
is organized more details will be
released in next month’s newsletter,
as well as postings to the tribal
website and social media.
In conclusion, please continue to
have a safe New Year and stay
warm-‘til next month.
Ne yi wa! (Thank you!)
Alicia (Aly) Miller
Tribal Representative
Cell: 405.287.5247
Email: aliciam@astribe.com

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members, 18 years of age
or older, interested in serving on:
The Cultural Advisor y Council
Please submit your Letters of Interest with resume
attached to:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Secretary Ezra DeLodge
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801

FROM THE ELECTION COMMISSION:
TREASURER
Joseph Blanchard

The Filing Period for Elective Office in 2021.
A tribal member may file for office, January 1 to January 10 (excluding
weekends and holidays.) Hours to file are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Potential candidates please consult the Election
Ordinance for the procedures and qualifications when running for elective
office.
The following positions will be open for the Elections to be held in 2021.

REPRESENTATIVE
Alicia Miller

ELECTION COMMISSION
Position
Filing Fees
Deputy Commissioner
$215.00
Election Secretary
$133.00
Commission Member #1
$215.00
Commission Member #2
$174.00

Term
3-Year Term
1-Year (Unexpired Term)
3-Year Term
2-Year (Unexpired Term)

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Applications accepted:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Education Department

Jan. 1st –March 31st

Finalists announced:

May/June 2021

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242

AST Education Department: Big Jim Youth Awards

youthaward@astribe.com

We will begin taking applications for the 2020-21 Big Jim Youth Awards on January 1, 2021.
High school seniors of both genders within the 50 United States are eligible to apply for these
awards for the 2020-21 school year. Applications will be accepted from January 1 to March 31,
2021 by US mail or email. Official transcripts will be accepted via email or as a hard copy.
Faxed copies will not be accepted. The official application form will be available in December
2020 at www.astribe.com under the Education Department. The $1,000.00 award is in the form
of a scholarship to the college or university where the award recipient will attend for the fall
2021 semester. The scholarship must be used for the fall 2021 semester.

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male)
□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Female)
□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male)
□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Female)
STUDENT INFORMATION
Name: ___________________________________________________
(LAST)

(MI)

Tribal Enrollment #:

We will begin accepting applications for the following awards:
•
•

(FIRST)

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male and Female)
Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male and Female)

(STREET)

Home Phone: (

(CITY)

)

(STATE)

Cell Phone: (

(ZIP)

)

Email:

Individuals are encouraged to nominate deserving high school seniors. You may nominate
yourself. Please refer to the application for required documents. Eligible nominations will be
judged by a panel of (non-AST) experts assembled specifically for this purpose. The intent is to
bring together an unbiased group of experts to evaluate the applicants in an impartial and
unbiased environment. Their decisions are final with respect to all matters concerning these
awards. Awards will be announced in May/June 2021.

HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

High School Name:
City:

State:

Guidance Counselor:

We encourage ALL Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors to apply.

(FIRST)

(LAST)

Sport:

Award recipients will be recognized as the 2020-21 Big Jim Academic Achievement Award
winner or the Big Jim Athlete of the Year. In addition to this recognition the award recipients
will receive the $1,000.00 scholarship to be used towards their education and the advancement of
their career.

Coach:

Position:
(FIRST)

(LAST)

Indian Education Director:

Questions on these awards program should be addressed to:

Phone #:

Phone #:
Phone #:

All Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors are eligible and encouraged to apply.
If applying for both Academic Achievement and Athlete of the year, applicant must provide two (2) separate
applications and sets of supporting documents.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Education Department
c/o Tresha Spoon
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
405.275.4030 Ext 6242
youthaward@astribe.com

Documents to be included with application:
□ Official High School Transcript (emailed copies sent directly from school personnel will be accepted)
□ Tribal Enrollment Card (copy)
□ Resume of Accomplishments and Activities
□ Letter(s) of Recommendation (Educator/Coach/Tribal/Church)
□ 500-word Essay: How do you feel your accomplishments (knowledge/training) as well as your being an
Absentee Shawnee Tribal member will influence your future plans?
□ Video (optional): no more than 10 minutes in length

PLEASE fill out EACH BLANK completely and return by the Deadline.
ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST
I, ______________________________________, hereby certify that I am or will be an Eligible
(Print Name)

Voter of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe on or before March 20, 2021. I cannot physically
be present to cast my Vote at the March 20, 2021 Primary Election, therefore, I am
requesting an Absentee Ballot be mailed to me at the following address.
Name (please print): ___________________________________________________________
(first)

(middle)

(maiden)

(last)

Address:____________________________ City: _______________St: _______Zip:________
CDIB#:______________________________

Date of Birth: ______________________

Signature: ____________________________

Date:______________________________

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

February 28, 2021

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.

Disclaimer: This election may be affected by pending litigation.
Any required changes will be published in the newspaper as soon as
possible.
______________________________________________________________________________
ELECTION COMMISSION USE ONLY

Received: _____________________ Approved:____________________ Disapproved: _______________
If Disapproved (reason): _________________________________________________________________
Denial Letter Mailed:___________________________ Ballot Mailed:_____________________________
_______________________________________
Election Commission/Representative

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Tribal frontline employees first
to get vaccinated

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From top, L-R, Deirdre Yarbrough (ASTHS Public Health Director) administers the vaccine to Mark Rogers, ASTHS executive director, Dr. Gregory
Reading, Chiropractor, Travis O’Dell, ASTHS/AST MIS Director, Michelle Wollenzin, Director of Clinical Services Chad Larmen, AST Emergency
Manager, Sandra Vaughn, ASTHS Board Chairwoman, Brad Gaylord, AST Police Chief, Governor John Johnson and Yarbrough give thumbs up for the
vaccine.

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Cultural Preservation

The Cultural Preservation Department
has continued to carry out essential
day to day operations to ensure the
department continues to function
properly. Currently, three staff members
are available in the office from 8 a.m. to
5 p.m. These staff members include the
Director, the Administrative Assistant
and the Gift Shop Manager. The
Librarian, THPO and THPO Specialist
are currently working remotely Monday
through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Gift Shop
1In accordance with the Tribe’s
protocols and reverting back to Phase I
of opening, in-store shopping at the gift
shop is currently unavailable. However,
we are allowing curbside pick-up.
Please call the Gift Shop Manager, Mrs.
Merry Rodriguez, for more details.
During the last month, the Gift Shop
Manager has been working diligently
to refill the current stock. We have an
assortment of new AST logo bearing
merchandise. We also will be receiving
new shipments from Pendleton and Nu
Trendz.
In addition to the new products,
currently, we are still running a 20%
sale on last season’s Pendleton products
and Minnetonka Shoes. So, if you
have any questions, please call Mrs.
Rodriguez. She can be reached at (405)
275-4030 ext. 6310.
Library
The library is still currently closed to
all visitors. Ms. Casey Wilson, our
Librarian, is still working with other
libraries on protocols that will ensure
the safety and protect the health of all
visitors.
THPO
Our THPO Program continues to
make great strides and advancements.
The THPO staff has steadily been
receiving Section 106 projects from
various Federal Agencies. Over the past
month, the THPO, Ms. Devon Frazier,
has received 365 new Section 106

projects for review. In conjunction with
receiving projects, she has consulted on
323 projects. The THPO has also taken
part in numerous teleconference calls.
FCC/TCNS
In lieu of the shutdowns from the
novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
pandemic, the incoming workflow of
new and modified telecommunications
projects has been steady for the TCNS
program. The THPO Specialist,
Ms. Ashley Brokeshoulder, has
been busy reviewing, researching
and given recommendations to the
telecommunications industry. Over the
past month, she has received 98 new
telecommunications facility projects for
review. In conjunction with receiving
projects, she has reviewed, researched
and gave recommendation for the
clearance of 77 telecommunications
projects.
Events

Due to the Tribe reverting back to
Phase I and the gift shop closing to just
curbside pick-up, we have cancelled our
Twelve Days of Christmas Giveaways
event. We still would like to hold the
event, but at a later date. Please be on
the look-out in future publications or on
the Facebook page for announcements.

November’s National American
Indian Heritage Month’s events were
a success. The winners of our different
events are as follows:
Gift Shop Promotion Spend-to-Win
Wheel – Ms. Darla Gatzman, Dr.
Elizabeth Saladin, and Ms. Kellie
Pierson; Spirit Days Facebook
Challenge – Ms. Andee Frazier;
Language Kids Video Facebook
Challenge – Ms. Madison SwitchFixico.
Congratulations to all the winners!

January is Stalking Awareness Month
It’s not a joke, it’s not romantic, it’s not ok!
January is National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM)! Stalking is a prevalent crime that often co-occurs with domestic violence. Stalking is a pattern
of behavior directed at a specific person that causes fear. Stalking can be
an extension of power and control in an abusive relationship, and many
abusers stalk their partners both during the relationship and after the
relationship has ended. On average, intimate partner stalkers are the most
persistent and dangerous to their victims. Stalking is a terrifying and psychologically harmful crime in its own right as well as a predictor of lethality:
in 85% of cases where an intimate partner attempted to murder his partner, stalking occurred the year prior to the attack. Though millions of men
and women are stalked every year in the United States – with a frequent
co-occurrence of domestic violence -- the crime of stalking is often misunderstood, minimized and/or ignored. We all have a role to play in identifying
stalking and supporting victims and survivors.
Signs of stalking:
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Contacting you constantly
Obtaining details before you provide them
Monitoring you excessively
Showing up unannounced

17 percent of Native American and Alaskan Native women have been
stalked in their lifetime.
(Futures Without Violence)

More than 4 in 5 AI/AN women (89 percent) have experienced stalking by
a non-Native perpetrator. (NCAI Policy Research Center)

If you are experiencing stalking or if you have any questions please reach out to us for assistance. All of our services are confidential and judgement free. You may call us at 405-273-2888 or email us at
ASTintakes@gmail.com. Please follow us on Facebook @ASTRisingwarrior.
You may also visit our webpage for additional information www.astribe.
com/domestic-violence.

This project was supported by Grant No. 2015-TW-AX-0016 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions,
and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on
Violence Against Women.

Your concerns are important to us. We
thank you for the continued support of
our department as we continue to make
changes to our programs, in order to
provide the best service to our Tribal
community. My door is always open
so please feel free to contact me, Carol
Butler, at 405-275-4030 ext. 6245 or
cbutler@astribe.com.

Ask about our “AST Preferred Checking”!
You can either be an Absentee Shawnee Tribe Member
or an Employee of the Tribe or one of the Absentee
Shawnee Tribe’s businesses:
 Free Value Checks
 .25% rate reduction with auto debit on consumer loan rates
 Interest bearing account
 $25.00 minimum to open the account
 No minimum to earn interest
 No monthly maintenance fee
 Free direct deposit option
 Free ATM/Debit Card
 Free Online Banking & Bill Pay
 Free Online Electronic Banking Statement
 Free check images with statement
 Free 1 year rental of a 3x5 safe deposit box or 6 months free rental
of a 5x10 safe deposit box (based on availability)
 Free Notary Service
 FDIC Insured
For more information contact us at
2023 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK 74801, PH (405) 273-0202
or 114 E. Main St, Calumet, OK 73014, PH (405) 893-2240
Member

FDIC

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Common questions and answers about COVID-19 Vaccination, direct from the CDC
How many shots of COVID-19 vaccine will be needed?
All but one of the COVID-19 vaccines currently in Phase 3 clinical trials in the United States
need two shots to be effective. The other COVID-19 vaccine uses one shot.
Do I need to wear a mask when I receive a COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes. CDC recommends that during the pandemic people wear a mask that covers their nose
and mouth when in contact with others outside your household, when in healthcare facilities,
and when receiving any vaccine, including a COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone who has trouble
breathing or is unable to remove a mask without assistance should not wear a mask. For more
information, visit considerations for wearing masks.
Are there special considerations on who should get the COVID-19 vaccine first?
At first, there will be a limited supply of COVID-19 vaccine. Operation Warp Speed is working
to get those first vaccine doses out once a vaccine is authorized or approved and
recommended, rather than waiting until there is enough vaccine for everyone. However, it is
important that the initial supplies of vaccine are given to people in a fair, ethical, and
transparent way. Learn how CDC is making COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, including
recommendations if there is a limited supply, based on input from the Advisory Committee on
Immunization Practices (ACIP).
If I have already had COVID-19 and recovered, do I still need to get vaccinated with a COVID19 vaccine when it’s available?

There is not enough information currently available to say if or for how long after infection
someone is protected from getting COVID-19 again; this is called natural immunity. Early
evidence suggests natural immunity from COVID-19 may not last very long, but more studies
are needed to better understand this. Until we have a vaccine available and the Advisory
Committee on Immunization Practices makes recommendations to CDC on how to best use
COVID-19 vaccines, CDC cannot comment on whether people who had COVID-19 should get
a COVID-19 vaccine.
Why would a vaccine be needed if we can do other things, like social distancing and wearing
masks, to prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from spreading?

Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools available. Vaccines work with your immune
system so your body will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. Other steps, like
covering your mouth and nose with a mask and staying at least 6 feet away from others, help
reduce your chance of being exposed to the virus or spreading it to others. Together, COVID19 vaccination and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer
the best protection from COVID-19.
Do I need to wear a mask and avoid close contact with others if I have received 2 doses of the
vaccine?

Yes. While experts learn more about the protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide under
real-life conditions, it will be important for everyone to continue using all the tools available
to us to help stop this pandemic, like covering your mouth and nose with a mask, washing
hands often, and staying at least 6 feet away from others. Together, COVID-19 vaccination
and following CDC’s recommendations for how to protect yourself and others will offer the
best protection from getting and spreading COVID-19. Experts need to understand more
about the protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide before deciding to change
recommendations on steps everyone should take to slow the spread of the virus that causes
COVID-19. Other factors, including how many people get vaccinated and how the virus is
spreading in communities, will also affect this decision.
When can I stop wearing a mask and avoiding close contact with others after I have been
vaccinated?

There is not enough information currently available to say if or when CDC will stop
recommending that people wear masks and avoid close contact with others to help prevent
the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. Experts need to understand more about the
protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide before making that decision. Other factors,

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When can I stop wearing a mask and avoiding close contact with others after I have been

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vaccinated?

There is not enough information currently available to say if or when CDC will stop
recommending that people wear masks and avoid close contact with others to help prevent
the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. Experts need to understand more about the
protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide before making that decision. Other factors,
including how many people get vaccinated and how the virus is spreading in communities,
will also affect this decision.
Are there other vaccines that can help prevent me from getting COVID-19?
There are currently no available vaccines that will prevent COVID-19. However, multiple
agencies and groups in the United States are working together to make sure that a safe and
effective COVID-19 vaccine is available as quickly as possible.
A flu vaccine will not protect you from getting COVID-19, but it can prevent you from getting
influenza (flu) at the same time as COVID-19. This can keep you from having a more severe
illness. While it’s not possible to say with certainty what will happen in the winter, CDC
believes it’s likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will both be spreading
during that time. That means that getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever.
What percentage of the population needs to get vaccinated to have herd immunity to COVID19?

Experts do not know what percentage of people would need to get vaccinated to achieve
herd immunity to COVID-19. Herd immunity is a term used to describe when enough people
have protection—either from previous infection or vaccination—that it is unlikely a virus or
bacteria can spread and cause disease. As a result, everyone within the community is
protected even if some people don’t have any protection themselves. The percentage of
people who need to have protection in order to achieve herd immunity varies by disease.

For more information visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html

With cool weather around the corner,
soups are a fun way of warming your
family up. This chicken noodle soup
can be made at home and your family
will love all it’s rich flavors!

Let’s make some
soup!!

Nutrition Corner
A S T

D I A B E T E S

A N D

W E L L N E S S

LET’S MAKE...

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium carrots
-thinly sliced
 2 medium ribs of
celery
-thinly sliced
 1 small onion
-diced
 4 cups fat-free,
low-sodium chicken
broth
 1.5 pounds boneless,
skinless chicken
breast
-visible fat removed
-cut into bite-size
pieces
 3 cups water
 3 tablespoons fresh
parsley
-minced
 1/2 teaspoon dried
thyme
-crumbled
 1/4 teaspoon salt
 1/4 teaspoon black
pepper
 6 ounces dried
no-yolk noodles



1. Heat the oil in the saucepan, or stockpot, on
medium heat. Cook the carrots, celery, and
onion for 3 minutes, or until the carrots and
celery are tender and the onion is soft, stirring
frequently. Stir in the broth, chicken, water,
parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Secure the lid. Cook on high for about 12
minutes.

3. Stir in the noodles and cook on low to medium heat.
Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender,
stirring frequently. Serve in 2 cup servings and enjoy!

WEAR A MASK

Nutrition Facts: Serving Size: 2 cups, Calories: 282 kcal,
Sodium: 324 mg, Total Carbohydrate: 27 grams, Protein: 30 g,
Exchanges: 1.5 starches
For more information:
https://recipes.heart.org/en/recipes/chickennoodle-soup

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ASTHS January 2021 Monthly Update

Holiday safety with the increased spread of COVID19 is of paramount importance this year. Many have cited the recent increase in infections of COVID
due to the Thanksgiving Holiday not being as safely planned as many healthcare leaders had hoped, along with increased public exposure due to retail
shopping for Christmas. As cases, hospitalizations, and deaths continue to increase across the United States, the safest way to celebrate the winter holidays
is to celebrate at home with people who live with you, according to the CDC.
Gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase the
chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu. The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful and isolating for many people. Gatherings during
the upcoming holidays can be an opportunity to reconnect with family and
friends. This holiday season, consider how your holiday plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19 to keep your friends, families, and
communities healthy and safe. CDC offers the following considerations to
slow the spread of COVID-19 during small gatherings. These considerations
are meant to supplement—not replace—any state, local, territorial, or tribal health and safety laws, rules, and regulations with which all gatherings
must comply. Some of these common sense recommendations are keeping
groups small and holding events with appropriate separation and with masks
on in well-ventilated areas; limit traveling, and if sick, quarantining and not
participating in group events. Several factors can contribute to the risk of
getting and spreading COVID-19 at small in-person gatherings. In combination, these factors will create various amounts of risk. Consider the following:
Community levels of COVID-19 – High or increasing levels of COVID-19
cases in the gathering location, as well as in the areas where attendees are
coming from, increase the risk of infection and spread among attendees. Exposure during travel: Airports, bus stations, train stations, public transport,
gas stations, and rest stops are all places travelers can be exposed to the virus
in the air and on surfaces. Location of the gathering – Indoor gatherings,
especially those with poor ventilation (for example, small enclosed spaces
with no outside air), pose more risk than outdoor gatherings. Duration of the
gathering: Gatherings that last longer pose more risk than shorter gatherings.
Being within 6 feet of someone who has COVID-19 for a cumulative total of
15 minutes or more greatly increases the risk of becoming sick and requires
quarantine. Number and crowding of people at the gathering: Gatherings
with more people pose more risk than gatherings with fewer people. CDC
does not have a limit or recommend a specific number of attendees for gatherings. The size of a holiday gathering should be determined based on the
ability of attendees from different households to stay 6 feet (2 arm lengths)
apart, wear masks, wash hands, and follow state, local, territorial, or tribal
health and safety laws, rules, and regulations. Behaviors of attendees prior to
the gathering: Individuals who did not consistently adhere to social distancing
(staying at least 6 feet apart), mask wearing, handwashing, and other prevention behaviors pose more risk than those who consistently practiced these
safety measures. Behaviors of attendees during the gathering with supporting
safe practices are paramount to assure the protection of everyone! Remember:
“Your mask protects me, my mask protects you.”
Due to increased exposures in the community, our Health System has
had to quarantine employees out of an abundance of caution, and due to becoming symptomatic in a few instances. This is done to protect the patients,
tribal members, and employees so services can continue, although they may
be interrupted or suspended from time to time. Please know we are working
hard to balance CDC safety precautions and other guidelines to maintain our
services to you and your family during this time of increased exposures and
spread of the COVID-19 infection.

CLOSURE NOTICE:
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY SHAWNEE CLINIC AND
SHAWNEE SAMEDAY ARE CLOSED UNTIL
FURTHER NOTICE.
Shawnee Pharmacy (405.878.5859) drive-thru
open from 11am to 7pm Monday-Friday close on
Saturdays/Sundays.
We have temporarily moved other services to the
Little Axe Health Center (405.447.0300).
Our PlusCare Clinic is still here to serve you with
adjusted hours Monday-Friday from 11:00 am to
7:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00
pm. Last patients are accepted 30 minutes prior
to closing. The Little Axe clinic will maintain
normal business hours.
Please note that hours are subject to change and
we will resume regular hours as soon as possible.
For additional questions, please call 405.447.0300.

Immunizations will be shipped to us and arriving as early as December 2020
and into January 2021. We are following the CDC, I.H.S., and OSDH guidelines in their recommendations for immunizations. Generally, health workers,
first responders, and then targeted elders and other high-risk personnel will be
amongst the first to be offered the vaccination. Special attention is also being
considered for cultural leaders identified to Health by the Executive Committee as tribal national treasures for a higher priority in receiving the vaccination to protect cultural language speakers and other identified personnel who
are targeted for accelerated vaccination. This two-series immunization for
COVID will be provided several weeks apart from the initial vaccination, so
it is imperative once you start the vaccine you finish it to receive its full effect
and protection!
Please follow our COVID-19 page on the Health System Website as well
as follow us on Facebook and the AST Tribe’s Government Page for the latest
information regarding access to services and support. Let’s continue to work
together to defeat COVID-19 in our Native American and surrounding communities by protecting our most vulnerable population, our Elders and our
other high-risk populations.
Proudly we recognize our outstanding star performers, and thank them all
for their contributions to our patients, their fellow employees, and the tribe,
especially during our unprecedented times! Employee Awards and awardees
are listed below for recognition of outstanding efforts with ensuring great customer service to our patients and other employees/staff (both the External/
Internal Customers)! 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 – “THANK YOU” for all you do!
January Health Employee Awards of the Month

Employee of the Month: Tara Swalla,
AST Pharmacy, Shawnee

Team of the Month: Dr. Marty Lofgren, Medical Director, and Michelle Wollenzin, Infection
Control & Public Health COVID Tracing Team

Special Leadership Award:
Dayna Dick, Health HR Director

Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC
Executive Director

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(L-R) Jay Wendroff, Cheri Hardeman, Londa Robertson,
Dr. Marty Lofgren, Mai Le, Renissa Jackson, Chris Larkin,
Chrys Ranells, Dee Dee Alford.

CompleteCare Home Health
CompleteCare Home Health is a subsidiary of ASTHS and has recently become a Five-Star rated home health agency,
according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Medicare- certified home health agencies are analyzed
based on a star rating system. Each agency’s performance is based on several indicating factors of care and improvement in patients including: medication management, improvement in patient mobility, and hospitalizations while in
the agencies care. A five-star rating is the highest any agency can receive.
We do not take this honor lightly, CompleteCare Home Health is dedicated to our patients and families. Our trained
professionals go the extra mile and make the extra home visits, or calls to the physicians to ensure our patients receive
the highest quality of care. Our staff is passionate about home care and they ensure that our patients receive quality
care specific to their needs. We are not a cookie cutter agency, we are an extension of your health care family here at
ASTHS.
If you are wondering when is the right time for home health care, we are here to help. While every situation is unique,
CompleCare Home Health is dedicated to helping you understand your choices and stay informed so that you can make
the right decision for you or your loved one.
A recent hospitalization or an acute chronic illness that requires professional monitoring can be difficult for families to
manage on their own. Our team of experienced caregivers work closely with your physician and family to provide optimal healing in the ideal environment – your home.
During this extreme health crisis in the world, you can rest assured that CompleteCare Home Health is here for you and
will safely, accurately and professionally provide you the care you need. If you are unsure if you qualify please give
our office a call for a free assessment of needs. Our staff will walk you through step by step to help ensure you get the
care you or your loved one needs. Medicare pays 100% of the home health benefit and most insurances are accepted.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Chrys Ranells, CCHH DON @ 405.701.7085.

January 2021

Aguirre Perez, Mabel Beatrice
Alford Jr., Paul Leon
Alford, David Wesley
Alford, Sandra Kaye
Altman, Garrett Michael
Anderson, Kaiden William
Anderson, William Chase
Armstrong, Frank Lee
Barber, Joeseph Leeroy
Barbosa, Cash Cisco
Barfield, Amandia Quaymmie
Barton, Brittany Lynn
Bates, Terri Elaine
Baumgarner-Springer, Kaden
Alexander
Bayliss, Jeffery Channing
Beach, Cary Sue
Bearden, Tammy Sue
Bettelyoun, Kelan Chase
Bittle, Boston Warrior
Blalock, William Charles
Blanchard II, Aaron Gabriel
Blanchard, Bernice Starr
Blanchard, Chelsey Kolesha
Blanchard, Chester Vernon
Blanchard, Cory Eugene
Blanchard, Terance Blaine
Blanchard, Twyla Gayle
Boston, Nathan Daniel
Bouquet, Giovanni Lucas
Boyd, Ladarius Eugene
Bragg, Ronald Lee
Brannon, Tyneeka Alexandria
Bread, Christina L.m.
Brinson Jr, F E
Brown, Harper Janiece
Brummett, Taylor Renee
Burkhard, Valarie Mae
Buss, Autumn Dawn
Byers, Alaric Vaan
Cardwell, Laney Lee
Casteel, Annabella Rai
Chisholm, Mark Wayne
Clark, Emiley Ann
Clark, Sherri Dawn
Coffman, Julie Marie
Coleman, Justin Ray
Colungo, Damien Micheal
Condra, Karri Marie
Coon, Wynona Sloat
Cope, Carter Shaun
Cope, Michell Eldon
Coriz, Matoka Marie
Cox, Micheal Sage
Creamer, Maureen Jessica
Creek, Bessie Lee
Cripps, Jimmy Mark
Crossley, Orin Lee
Crossley, Rachel Ann
Crouch, Jennifer Renee
Cruz, Reyna Jalyssa
Cutler, Breanna Kailee
Dankenbring, Melody Renee
Davis, Rhonda Jean
Day, Vivian Denise
Day, Zander Nicholas
Deer, Braelyn Ariyahna
Deer, Joell Francis
Deere, + Lee
Deere, Clinton Jess
Dibler Jr, Daymon Daniel
Doe, Ms. Jane Sue
Doering, Jordan Marie
Downs, Cooper Maddox
Eckles, Ethan Andrew
Edwards, Connor Sagan-Riley
Ellis, Jackson Matthew
Ellis, Lisa Marie
Ellis, Ryan Mark
Ellis-Ferdig, Brandi Nicole
Estep, Caitlin Oteaka
Felton, Kandice Nicole Grace
Ferdig, Madelyn May
Fire, Orphie Jane
Fixico, Amelia Anne Marie
Flowers, Jasmine Lynne
Foreman Jr., James Louis
Foreman, Anthony Clayton
Foreman, Elijah Bryce
Foreman, Hunter Lynn
Foreman, Mary Ella
Freeman, Jerilyn Kay Barnett
Fritsch, Jaxon James
Fruit, Andrea Dee
Gardner Jr., Larry Dion
Geissler, Jarett Paul

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Gibson, Braxton Reid Caddo
Gibson, Clarence
Gibson, Gloria Lynne
Gibson, Jeremy Lee
Gibson, Jimmy Ray
Gibson, Martha Lynette
Gibson, Ronnie Caleb
Gibson, Walter Ray
Gilman, Howard Floyd
Gonzalez, Xochitl Olivia
Goodman, Thomas Donald
Granstrom, Tyler Michael
Griffin, Lisa Jane
Hall, Bonnee RaeLynn
Hanson, Bentley Robert Jin
Hanson, Carter Liam Edward
Harjo, Nicholas Gerald
Harjo, Tabias Darnell
Harjo, Veyda Rene
Harrington, Carolyn Jean
Harris, Samuel Lee Allen Sabre
Haumpy, Tacie A’lize
Hawk, Quincy Ryan
Heatley, Cashis King
Heatley, Prada DeeAnn
Henderson, Valentina Noel
Hernandez, Janessa Leann
Herrera, Angel Juventino
Hilderbrand, Cameron James
Hill, Keiton James
Hill, Stephen Lee
Hood, Dantel Ruya
Hough, Alyssa Blake
Howe, Angelina Marie
Huerta Trevino, Beautiful Vivianna
Olivia
Humphrey, Lou Ann
Hurd, Tina Louise
Innis, Nicholas Alexander
Irvin, Michael Reed
Isaacs, Betty B
James, Diane Rene
Januszewski, Connie Bradley
Jimboy, Kaden Allen
Jiron, Mary Elizabeth
Johnson Jr., Henry Caddo
Johnson Jr., Josie Ed
Johnson, Bradley Nathaniel Preston
Scott
Johnson, Bruce Dale
Johnson, David Lee
Johnson, Patrick Wayne
Johnson, Pauletta Elephant
Johnson, Tanessa Anah Marie
Kaseca, Thomas James
Kelly, Addison Marie
Kelly, Davis Daniel
Kelough, Manuel LeeWayne
Kelsey, Kyler Seann
Kirk, Mariah Diane
Komahcheet, Nolan Frank
Larson, Brooke Nichole
Leath Jr., William Jake
Leitka, Praise Hanoa
Lester, Bradley Shane
Lewelling, Amber Dawn
Lewelling, Stacie Berlyn
Little Axe Jr., Ricky Lee
Little Axe, Courtney Nicole
Little Axe, Daveny Amour
Little Axe, John Al
Little Axe, Reagan Marie
Little Charley, Keith Eldon
Little, Mia Rachelle
Little, Shea Alexis
Little, Sutton Keith
Little, Troy Don
LittleAxe-Nettles, Aniah Elizabeth
Littlecreek, Catherine
Livsey, Shannon Marie
Longhorn II, Leonard Wayne
Longhorn Moore, Tylee Raquel
Longhorn, Bruce Jerome Allen
Longhorn, Crystal Alaina
Longhorn, La Donna Gail
Longhorn, Shawna Michele
Lovins, Marilyn Sue
Lowe, Charles Jake Kilraine
Lowry, Linda Diane
Mann Jr., Glenn Dale
Mann, Glenn Dale
Mann, Marc Andrew
Marquez II, Quentin Miles
Marriott, Cadence Sunay
Martin, Jared Webster
Martinez, Laronda Ann
Martinez, Naliyha Tewa

Martinez, Sam Littlecreek
Masquas, Aniyah Renee
Masquas, Hazel Lynn
Masquat, Kinsley Rae
Mathany, Connie Ruth
Maxwell, Jimmy Ray
Maxwell, Nellie Tiger
Mazzucco, Tiana Bright Path
McAnally, Makiah Hope
McBroom, Tallon Cole
McCreary, Gabriel David
McCulloch IV, Grant Howard
McGirt, Travis Wade
McPherson, Alan Lynn
McPherson, Mason Thomas
McPherson-Brittain, Jason Tyler
McPherson-Khalil, Jessica Lynn
McReynolds, Loren Joel
Meek Jr., Jimmy David
Melton, Serena Jo
Melzer, Logan Michael Boyer
Mendoza, Samuel Lee
Merrell, Maddox Andre
Milburn, Michelle Sahara
Miller, Tre Dean
Mitchell, Gage Jaydn
Mitchell, Nycole Morningstar
Montgomery, Nathan Andre Patrick
Morris Jr., John Gilbert
Morris, David Leon
Morris, Lucas Hayden
Munroe, Ellen Marie
Nail, Brandy Diane
Nance, Desmond Ravon
Nance, Eva Renae
Navarro, Eric Roberto
Navarro, Isaac Joseph
Neash, Diondre DaShawn
Ned, Tina Renee
Nelson, Payton Ashlee
Nicholson Jr., Larry Zenith
Nicholson, Victoria Rose
Norred, April Babette
Norton, Jai’Nasha Camille
O’Brien, Connie Frances
Panther, Cheyanne
Panther, Kylie Leaann
Parsons-Squire, Autumn Lynn
Patty, Elsie Wynona
Pawnee, Izabella Danae
Pearce, Kelle Dawn
Pearl Atwood, Donna Sue
Perkins, Kami Dawn
Pewenofkit, Alta Rochelle
Poncho, Octavia Marie
Puckitt, Zesa Lou-Ann
Queen, Marlene Lucille
Ramirez II, Antonio
Ramirez-Beavers, Shakayla Jordon
Grace
Ramirez-Beavers, Shakora Jean Kay
Rapp, Olivia Astrid
Reed, Teresa June
Reeves, Sharon Annette
Renfro, Brandy Nicole
Reyes, Jose Angel
Riden, Carter Daniel
Ridenour, Logan Taylor
Riedel, Brian Alan
Roach, Dawson Wayne
Roberts, Ramona Lee
Robertson, Wanda Lejean
Robison, Tyrel Lane
Rochon, Stephen Arthur
Rolette, Ty Clay
Rose, Neela Mahadevi
Ruimveld, Chad Christopher
Rutledge, Naomii Laiyla
Sam-Ruimveld, Bailey Shae Issi
Balalli
Sanchez, Luciano Lazaro
Sanders, Dylan Wayne
Seber, Jamie Nicole
Seber, Lauren Elizabeth
Serena, Anthony George
Shaffer, Christie Elaine
Shawnee, Keaten Wayne
Shelton, Xavier Race
Sherrill, Quentin Patrick
Shields, Aaliyah Brooke
Shields, Laila Annaliese
Shular, Sandra Jeanne Hood
Sloat, Cilicia Ann
Sloat, Warren Howard
Smith, Al Murray
Smith, Mariah Love
Smith, Ryan James

Snake, Anita Mae Burton
Snake, Barry Gabriel
Sorrells, Sandra Lee
Spoon, Barbara Jo
Spoon, Christopher Jaye
Spoon, Deric Brandon
Spoon, Preston Sha’Queal
Squire, Jimmy Dowell
Starnes, Khalilee Rayne
Starr, Adrien Miguel
Starr, Martin L.
Starr, Rance George
Steinruck, Eugene Donnell
Stewart, Glenn Alan
Stewart, James Clyde
Stone, Brian David
Stricklin, Victor Medrano
Stryker, Rodney Shane
Sullivan, Glenda Ann
Surface, Ashley Katherine
Sutton, Santos Daniel
Switch, Casey Camden
Switch, Hannah Nichelle
Tarbox, Christy Lee
Taylor, Nathan Wayne
Thomas, Joel Elijah
Thornton, Joshua Malcom
Thorpe II, Ronnie Allen
Thorpe Jr., James Francis
Thorpe, Shylah Jean
Tiger, Christoper Blaine
Tiger, Summer Dawn
Tiger, Wanda Little Axe
Tilley, Makiah Lynn
Tolbert, Ashlyn Reilly
Tonyan, Teagan Gwen
Torres, Fernando Jose
Torres, Rosa Marie
Treat, Joshua Steven
Tucker, Winter Dawn
Turner, Timothy Jake
Tyner, Tonia Melanie
Uchida, Nolan Garrett
Vanliew, Kesa La`nae
Wahpekeche, Eric Lynd
Wahpepah, Hazel Paige
Walker, Robert Stanley
Walker, Roger Steven
Warrior, Riley Shayne
Warrior, Tobin Shane
Warrior, Zybelle Rose
Washington, Rebecca Marie
Watkins, Destini Marie
Watson, Daniel Owen
Watson, Matthew Payden
Watson, Patrick Scott
Watson, Shawnee Sharisse
Webb, Kelly Britt
White Thunder, Sheldon Thomas
White, Jesse Lee
White, Seth Wesley
Whited, Angela Kay
Wilhelms, Shelli Leann
Williams, Betty Sue
Williams, Joseph Billy
Williams, Joseph Bryan
Williams, Joshua David
Willoughby, Marcie Deann
Wilson, Aarion James Deer
Wilson, Alix Re`Ann
Wilson, Alta Louise
Wilson, Calvin Lee
Wilson, Christopher Dale
Wilson, Dean Owen
Wilson, Edward Wayne
Wilson, Faith Anne Marie
Wilson, James Francis
Wilson, Michael Eugene
Wilson, Stephen Edward
Wilson, Wesley Dean
Wise, Landon Kyle
Wolf Sr., Aaron Paul
Wolf, Angel Erica
Wolfe Jr., Houston Hugh
Womack, Kaleigh Patricia
Wood, Shelby Maddison
Woods, Jiya Marie
Wright, Phillip Lawrence
Wunderlin, Donna Jo
Wyatt, James Allen
Yandell, Leon Allen
Yeahpau, Michael Tyrus

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Fiscal Year 2020 - YTD Tax Collections ( through 11/30/2020)
FY-2020
YTD TAX COLLECTIONS
(thru 11/30/2020)

TAX
CATEGORY

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Sales (6%)
Gaming % of free cash
Employee (1%)
Severance (8%)
Motor Vehicle
Motor Fuel Taxes (Qtrly.)
Tobacco Refund

$7,499.91
$250,000.00
$18,216.80
$3,817.67
$14,622.24
$43,922.66
$8,640.57

$8,834.40
$200,000.00
$19,868.77
$0.00
$15,652.41
$0.00
$7,320.64

$13,276.94
$200,000.00
$8,424.95
$4,177.14
$9,718.02
$0.00
$6,906.11

$3,782.80
$250,000.00
$22,071.85
$0.00
$14,375.66
$38,779.48
$6,651.73

$0.00
$0.00
$4,440.11
$746.04
$15,329.57
$0.00
$4,373.24

$3,215.94
$0.00
$13,792.86
$0.00
$28,960.40
$0.00
$9,270.15

$4,056.92
$0.00
$15,149.85
$1,524.92
$27,799.05
$34,188.16
$10,594.56

$3,961.02
$200,000.00
$9,105.56
$3,032.87
$15,763.32
$0.00
$7,442.15

$3,985.05
$200,000.00
$13,437.32
$0.00
$18,396.24
$0.00
$7,145.74

$14,804.18
$306,522.00
$22,056.91
$7,423.65
$15,033.97
$0.00
$5,766.18

$13,180.00
$313,044.00
$18,270.14
$52.34
$12,301.92
$0.00
$6,363.33

$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00

$76,597.16
$1,919,566.00
$164,835.12
$20,774.63
$187,952.80
$116,890.30
$80,474.40

TOTAL TAXES

$346,719.85

$251,676.22

$242,503.16

$335,661.52

$24,888.96

$55,239.35

$93,313.46

$239,304.92

$242,964.35

$371,606.89

$363,211.73

$0.00

$2,567,090.41

Miscellaneous

$874.50

$69.15

$119.00

$76.00

$201.00

$152.00

$182.00

$120.00

$252.40

$215.30

$140.30

$0.00

$2,401.65

0.09%

$347,594.35

$251,745.37

$242,622.16

$335,737.52

$25,089.96

$55,391.35

$93,495.46

$239,424.92

$243,216.75

$371,822.19

$363,352.03

$0.00

$2,569,492.06

100%

TOTAL COLLECTIONS

YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES
TOTAL
COLLECTED
2.98%
74.71%
6.42%
0.81%
7.31%
4.55%
3.13%

Building Blocks III Child
Development Center
16051 Little Axe Drive Norman, OK 73026

We are currently open for employees
of Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s children
only.
(Due to COVID-19)

We are enrolling ages 6 weeks up to 12 years
old. We are set up for virtual students also.

AST Children’s Christmas Party

COVID couldn’t stop Santa from coming to the AST children’s Christmas party. The drive-thru event was held Saturday, December 12 at the AST complex.
Over 300 kids drove thru for their gifts. If anyone was unable to attend, you can still call the Governor’s office at (405) 275-4030, ext 6269 Kim Porter or
6307 Alvina Barnes and have their gift mailed to them. The last day to call is January 30.

L-R, AST employees Kim Porter, Alvina Barnes, Governor John Johnson and
Represenative Alicia Miller are ready to hand out gifts.

Governor John Johnson handing out gifts

OFFICAL NEWSPAPER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

Rep.

Treas.

Secretary

Lt. Gov. Gov.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030
Governor John R. Johnson ......... 6308
Alvina Barnes ............................... 6307
Kim Porter ................................... 6269
....................................................... 6301
Lt.Governor Kenneth Blanchard..... 6253

Diane Ponkilla .............................. 6267
………….................................................6325

Secretary Ezra DeLodge ............. 6289
Fallon Jackson ............................. 6275
Brittany Coughran ...................... 6306
Treasurer Joseph Blanchard ..... 6280
Jan Ranft ...................................... 6309
....................................................... 6341
Rep Alicia Miller.......................... 6239
Taylor Kinley ............................... 6240
Briana Ponkilla ........................... 6431

RECEPTIONIST
.............................................................. 4030
ASEDA
.............................................................. 6335
David Deer ........................................... 6263
ATTORNEY
Gary Pitchlynn .................................... 6313
BIA/SELF GOVERNANCE

Kymberly Hazlett ................................ 6325
COURT
Chelsea Cope ....................................... 6241
Lea Bettelyoun .................................... 6260
Ashley Stanley…………………………..6336
CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP
Carol Butler ......................................... 6245
Merry Rodriguez Gift Shop).................. 6310
Gift Shop....................................................6254
Devon Frazier(THPO) ........................ 6243
Ashley Brokeshoulder......................... 6312
.............................................................. 6340
Kay Bemo ............................................ 6238
Casey Wilson (Librarian) ................... 6416
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES
Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6333
Leslie Harris ........................................ 6326
.............................................................. 6224
Bryisha Payne...................................... 6315
Taylor Wills ......................................... 6293
Lacey Carey ......................................... 6298
.............................................................. 6226
.............................................................. 6277
EDUCATION
Tresha Spoon ....................................... 6242
Brandon Goodman ............................. 6255
ELECTION COMMISSION
Diana Wilson ....................................... 6271

ENROLLMENT
Amanda Webb ..................................... 6292
Marla Massey ...................................... 6288
Brittany Coughran .............................. 6290
FINANCE
Jason Murdock ................................................. 6233
Jennifer Crenshaw ........................................... 6228
Sandra Burnett .......................................... 6294
Tracey Dickson ........................................... 6279
Tina Fixico .................................................. 6250
Courtney Green .......................................... 6300
Holly Davis .................................................. 6265
Colleen Longhorn ....................................... 6320
Bralynn Barnes ........................................... 6385
Laina Martin ............................................... 6424
Phyllis Wahahrockah-Tasi (Grants) ……. .6338
...................................................................... 6283
Kryste Carter (Grants) .............................. 6284
Elicia Ramirez............................................. 6344
Bronte Pearson (Grants) ............................ 6295
Conf. Room ................................................. 6397
HUMAN RESOURCES
Michele Nowell............................................ 6296
Casey Adams .............................................. 6337
Rebecca Brown ........................................... 6222
Katie Carlaw ............................................... 6330
Jennifer Dixon............................................. 6252
Lauren Parish ............................................. 6423
ICW
Sheila Wilson ....................................... 395-4494
Shawnee Martinez .............................. 395-4491
Cheryl Aragon ..................................... 395-4492
Paige Little Charley ............................. 395-4493
MAINTENANCE
Kevin Kaseca............................................... 6316
SheilaOrphan………………………………6331
Robert Komacheet, Joe Morton, John Mann
Stephen Fife, Isaac Bettelyoun, Stacy Coon,
Duke Blanchard, Clayton Martinez
Cindy Carpenter ......................................... 6249
MIS
HELP DESK ............................................... 3100
Travis O’Dell .............................................. 6327
Donna Cody ................................................ 6402
Amelia Grass ............................................... 6329
Fred Brown ................................................. 6342
Rafael Rodriguez ........................................ 6332
Kelly Chambers .......................................... 6328
OEH
...................................................................... 6223
Jarrod Lloyd ............................................... 6229
...................................................................... 6299
Kyra Underwood ........................................ 6398
Micah Issacs ................................................ 6230
POLICE DEPT ....................... 275-3200 / 275-3432
Brad Gaylord (Chief) ................................. 6302
Jason Brinker .............................................. 6259
Steven Crisp ................................................ 6262
Linda Day .................................................... 6261
James Woolbright ....................................... 6276
Levi Walker Emergency Mgmt ................. 6426
Patrol Room ................................................ 6278
Chad Larman Emergency Mgmt. ............. 6429
..............................................................................

The following departments
now have a direct line

ENROLLMENT
(405) 481-8650
SOCIAL SERVICES
(405) 878-4723
TAX/TAG AGENCY
(405) 481-8600

PROCUREMENT
Misty Griffith .............................................. 6291
...................................................................... 6244
Tara Battise ................................................. 6281
Rebecca Kennedy ........................................ 6410
Blake Wiggins .............................................. 6422
Lisa Camren ................................................ 6232
Brayden Queen ............................................ 6339
REALTY
Taylor Carter .............................................. 6246
Cara Usrey (Probates) ................................ 6248
...................................................................... 6247
Yecica Gutierrez………..……………………..6420
Kimberlee Billie……………….………….........6235
SOCIAL SERVICES
Annie Wilson (Director) ............................. 6311
Nancy Edwards ........................................... 6225
TAX COMMISSION / TAG
Alicia Engler… ........................................... .6257
Shelby White ............................................... 6258
...................................................................... 6286
Brittany Phillips .......................................... 6237
TITLE VI
Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ............... 6227
Lula Bettelyoun, Donna Butler, Robert
Schoolfield, Ted Watson, Cindy
Carpenter……………………...…………...6270
OTHER EXTENSIONS
Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. ....................................... 2009
Bldg. 1 Break Rm ........................................ 6305
Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. ............................... 6330
Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. .................................. 6311
Finance Conference Rm ............................. 6236
OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE
All Nations Bank .................................. 273-0202
ASEDA .................................................. 878-6782
Toll Free ..................................... 1-800-256-3341
Brendle Corner..................................... 447-3372
Building Blocks .................................... 878-0633
(Barbra Pope)
Building Blocks III LA ........................ 360-2710
(Skye Foreman)
Court Clerk .......................................... 481-8575
Enrollment ............................................ 481-8650
Gaming Commission ................. 360-9270 x1110
Housing ................................................. 273-1050
Human Resources ................................ 275-1468
Media .................................................... 598-1279
(Mindy Longhorn)
OEH/OEP ............................................. 214-4235
Police Dept. .........................275-3200 / 275-3432
Thunderbird Casino NRM .................. 360-9270
Shawnee Casino .................................... 273-2679
Tax Commission ................................... 481-8600
Tribal Store (Little Axe) ...................... 364-0668
ALL CORRECTIONS PLEASE EMAIL TO:
KCHAMBERS@ASTRIBE.COM
Last updated: 12/08/20

AST COMPLEX
CLOSURES
January 1 -

(NewYear’s Day)

January 18 -

(Martin Luther King Day)

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3A9250bd3b60991316. Public record. Not legal advice.