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OFFICAL NEWSPAPER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

May 2020

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Volume 31, No. 5

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CALL CENTER: 877-215-8336 OR 2-1-1

T U L S A H E A LT H

Closed Until

May 11 2020

TIGER REUNION

Due to the Covid-19 virus, we

have changed the date of our

reunion to June 21, 2020. At the

same place, Little Axe Shelter at

Thunderbird lake. Will send out

another reminder in June. Hope

to see everyone then.

Thank you, Jan Maxwel

All Cultural Preservation

activities have been canceled

until further notice.

Thank You

Carol Butler

Cultural Preservation Director

April 8, 2020

Election Commission

met in their regular

monthly meeting

and voted to VOID

all paperwork and

ballots from the

Primary Election

that was suppose to

be held in March but

was cancelled due to

Pandemic. We will

continue on to the

Annual Election and

ALL CANDIDATES

will advance and

appear on ballot again.

This Annual Election

is still scheduled for

June 20th, the 3rd

Saturday of the month.

If you will not be

able to vote in person

please make sure you

submit for an absentee

ballot request before

deadline of Sunday,

May 31st.

All Absentee Ballots

must be received in

mail by June 19th,

Friday at 5:00pm day

before Election.

Executive Committee

www. astribe.com

John Johnson

GOVERNOR

Governor’s

REPORT

John Johnson

AST Governor

Hello AST Members,

As we all continue to do our part to

prevent the spread of COVID-19, I

wanted to take a moment to reassure

you that my primary goal as AST

Governor is to protect and serve

our people. I will remain steadfast

in that objective. This pandemic is

the first of its kind and is disrupting

everyone’s daily lives. Your patience

as we make decisions impacting the

welfare of the Tribe is very much

appreciated.

As a tribal government, we have

protocols and procedures in place,

and we have prepared for these

types of situations. Our response

has been swift and efficient, and I

am tremendously grateful to our

employees. However, I would also

like to thank our members for your

courage during these trying times as

well.

I’ve watched volunteers come

together to ensure our Elders are

cared for. I’ve watched families

assisting other families in locating

groceries and other items. I’ve

witnessed dozens of individuals

sew homemade masks to protect our

high-risk populations. I’ve seen our

dedicated frontline workers enter the

health facilities with the knowledge

they could very well come in

contact with the virus. There are

many more examples I could give

of the compassion and care I’ve

been fortunate enough to witness.

I’m always proud to be Absentee

Shawnee but witnessing these acts

of kindness and bravery have been

nothing short of inspiring. I want to

sincerely thank our members and our

employees for your spirit of service.

Please continue checking on your

family, friends and loved ones – just

do so by following the recommended

precautions.

Over the next several weeks,

Oklahoma will enter the peak of

this virus. We must continue to act

to stay healthy. I urge you to follow

the Center for Disease Control’s

guidelines and continue to isolate

yourselves from others when you

can. Please be aware and safeguard

yourself and your family from this

invisible threat.

I’m hopeful that we can reopen the

complex and get back to business as

usual very soon. Again, our primary

objective is the safety and health

of our employees and our members

– that will be the primary concern

when making our decision.

Our

emergency

management

response team and I will continue to

meet daily to monitor the situation.

Please continue to check Facebook or

the AST website for regular updates

on the situation. Again, use caution,

stay safe, and remember…we are

stronger together.

Kenneth Blanchard

LT.

GOVERNOR

Ezra DeLodge

SECRETARY

May 2020

Phillip Ellis

TREASURER

Atheda Fletcher

REPRESENTATIVE

Representative’s

REPORT

Atheda Fletcher

AST Representative

Greetings Tribal Members:

I hope this newsletter finds

you and your family in good

health and staying safe

during this time. Over the

last several weeks I have

been working hand-in-hand

with the Governor and staff

to monitor the COVID-19

situation. We are certainly at a

time where an event like this

was not planned for or ever

experienced previously. There

is no playbook for this kind of

event. As a leader, my main

focus is on the protection of

our tribal members and our

employees while maintaining

our government operations

and keeping a steady eye on

urgent matters for each of the

departments for which I have

oversight. I strive each day

to take the right steps toward

tomorrow to benefit stability

for our tribal operations.

Much is at stake and every

step I take as a leader

matters. The operational

and financial impacts

resulting from the disruption

of our business functions

and processes include: 1)

lost sales and income, 2)

increased expenses, 3) delay

of business plans and more.

These are areas I continue

to monitor and with each

decision, I keep these in

mind to ensure that our Tribe

stays sustainable. Despite all

of this, I am positive about

our path forward, I believe

that our recovery plan will be

solid and a comprehensive

assessment of our current state

will provide a basis for informed

decision making to move our

tribe forward and past this

challenging event.

Summary of Activities

I continue to monitor the

needs and status of each

of the departments (Human

Resources, Cultural

Preservation, Gaming

Commission, Management

Information Services) for which

I have oversight. Each of

these departments’ staff, have

continued to deliver during

this challenging time. Their

dedication and commitment

is unwavering!! They continue

to perform the critical work

required to keep operations

going and as much as possible,

the day-to-day work.

I also am assisting our

Tribe in dealing with the

COVID-19 response efforts.

Our Emergency Management

Response Team has met daily

to discuss and implement

procedures that mitigate

the spread of the virus. We

are working collectively on

the submission of federal

applications for COVID-19

response reimbursement

funding and other programs.

I can assure you I am doing

everything I can to ensure that

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

receives our portion of federal

funding.

I have tentative plans to

resume the VITA FREE TAX

SERVICE around the first of

June for a two week period

provided an “ALL CLEAR”

notice is issued. We will use

the same time schedule as

before, i.e. Thursdays and

Saturdays. If you would like

to schedule an appointment,

please contact Jennifer

Campbell, Phone: (405) 9153322 to schedule a time. All

safety protocols will continue to

be observed.

While the complex may

currently be closed to visitors,

we are still fully functioning to

provide support to our tribal

members, employees and

business operations. I am

dedicated to this office, our

tribal members and employees

and will continue to support the

tribe through my administration.

If you need assistance

through this pandemic or

have questions, please do not

hesitate to reach out through

email or phone call.

In closing--In time, this scifi moment will fade. But the

memory of the choices we

made and how we showed up

as a leader while it was here,

won’t!

Executive Committee

May 2020

April, 2020

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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

*NEW SIMPLY SAFE ACCOUNT OFFERED BY ALLNATIONS BANK*

AllNations is proud to announce the launch of a new personal bank account product: the Simply Safe

Account. The Simply Safe Account has recently met the BankOn National Account Standards as

certified by the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. The fund encourages banks to offer low cost

accounts that eliminate unexpected charges such as overdraft fees. Only accounts that meet strict

standards are certified and can display the BankON logo. AllNations is the first Native Americanowned bank in the nation to offer this service. The Simply Safe Account is now available throughout

our service areas in Canadian and Pottawatomie counties, and AllNations is coordinating our product

roll-out efforts with the Native BankOn ONAC initiative of the Oklahoma Native Assets Coalition,

Inc. (ONAC).

AllNations Bank hopes to assist all interested consumers to better achieve their financial goals through

opening and using the Simply Safe Account with FDIC Insurance that provides an account owner with

all the necessary tools for an easy and safe banking experience and helps to avoid unexpected charges.

Banking tools and features available with the Simply Safe Account include:

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Free Online Banking with Bill Pay

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Free Online Bank Statements

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Free direct deposit

Free ATM Debit Card and ATM use at AllNations Bank facilities

Low minimum required for a first deposit

Low monthly maintenance fee

No minimum balance fees

No overdrafts, so no related insufficient fees

To open a Simply Safe Account, go to the AllNations Bank branch nearest you. For more information

about the account, or for information on how to launch an account opening event for your employees

or clients, contact Norma Anderson at AllNations Bank, nanderson@anbok.com or Karen Edwards,

Manager, Native BankOn ONAC at kedwards@oknativeassets.org.

AllNations Bank has proudly served the businesses and citizens of Calumet and Canadian Counties in

Oklahoma for over 110 years. AllNations was first chartered in 1901, under the name First National

Bank of Calumet, in Calumet, Oklahoma. The bank became State Chartered in 2004, changing the

name to AllNations Bank, and opened a second branch in Shawnee, Oklahoma in 2011. AllNations

Bank is owned by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma.

AllNations Bank offers a range of products and services to meet today’s consumer needs, including a

variety of checking and saving account options as well as loans for families, businesses and farms.

Need a safe bank account with low fees?

AllNations Bank is proud to introduce its new Simply Safe Account. We partnered with the

Oklahoma Native Assets Coalition, Inc. (ONAC) to establish this account that makes banking

accessible to everyone. AllNations is the first Native American owned bank to offer this account

which is a certified Bank On account by The Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund.

Simply Safe Account features include:

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Low balance to open

Low monthly fee

Free direct deposit

Free debit card

Free online banking, bill pay & mobile app

Free online monthly statement

No overdraft fee (This is a check-less account. Account transactions are limited to Debit

Card and ATM transactions, Online Bill Pay, Online or Mobile banking transfers.)

For any other questions about the Simply Safe Account features and benefits, please call

AllNations Bank at 405-273-0202. Or go to our website www.anbok.com to download a

new account application form and start banking with your Simply Safe Account today!

2023 Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

FDIC Insured

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Tribal News

May 2020

Title VI and Diabetes & Wellness Staff prepare weekly meal

distribution for our homebound elders and meal participants.

Tribal News

May 2020

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PRESS RELEASE

Contact: Tylene Nolan, Coordinator COEDD Area Agency on Aging

405-273-6410 Ext 130 or 1-800-375-8255

Re: Caregiver Support Services

OK Respite Resource Network (ORRN)

SFY – 2019-2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Caregiver Support Services

Caregiver Stress is a growing concern among persons who provide care to another on a longterm basis. Respite, which is a break or Hme away from the care recipient, can help alleviate some of

the stressors that lead to Caregiver Stress or “Caregiver Burnout.” COEDD Area Agency on Aging

recognizes the need for respite services for Caregivers and supports the ORRN program. ORRN is a

partnership of public and private agencies working to improve support for families and caregivers.

COEDD Area Agency on Aging receives funding through the NaHonal Family Caregiver Support Program

funded by the Older Americans Act and puts this money into the ORRN program.

If you are a caregiver for someone age 60 or older, COEDD urges you to apply for this program.

The program is also open to grandparents raising grandchildren if the grandparent is age 55 or over and

the grandchild is age 18 or under. If you are approved for the ORRN program, you will be eligible to

receive funding in the form of vouchers that can be used for respite care for your care recipient. You

receive vouchers for a total of $400 that are good for a three-month period. Once approved, a caregiver

can apply for and receive vouchers every three months if funding is available.

As a caregiver, you can use the vouchers to hire someone of your choosing to give you a break

from caregiving. Caregivers can use the vouchers in a manner that best meets their personal needs.

They can be used to run errands, spend an evening at the movies, to take a short vacaHon, to

parHcipate in recreaHonal acHviHes, or to just catch up on much needed rest. Caregivers may select a

family member, neighbor, friend or other qualiﬁed individual to serve as a respite provider, as long as

the person selected is 18 years of age or older and does not reside in the home of the caregiver or care

recipient. Some Adult Day Centers, Nursing Homes, and personal home care providers accept the ORRN

vouchers.

If you want to apply for the ORRN vouchers and live in Hughes, Lincoln, Okfuskee, Pawnee,

Payne, Po_awatomie, or Seminole counHes, please call 405-273-6410 Ext. 130 or 1-800-375-8255.

Hi ke ho wa se li si mi mo? (How are you doing?)

It is my hope and prayer to the Creator that each and every one of you are doing well and staying

healthy in the midst of this health pandemic. I have witnessed, watched and read so much about

the caring spirit towards our fellow man, I hope everyone’s acts of kindness and compassion

continues beyond this crisis.

This pandemic has exposed gaps at the federal level. Some federal agencies are meant to protect

the health and safety of the general public, unfortunately, these gaps are having a trickle-down

effect into our vulnerable Native communities. It has been publicly stated that this health event

has been a collective failure, creating chaos within our economic and social safety nets. This

should bring us all to the table to discuss ideas of the re-investment of our efforts in creating and

expanding tribal services for our AST people.

Tribes, in general, due to health disparities are considered high risk populations and for that

reason alone tribal governments must be intentional in their planning of projects and use those

monetary benefits of derived income for the purpose of protecting and servicing our tribal

membership. We must build up our people and create a robust tribe that our people can rely on.

There are lessons to be learned from this global pandemic because this could happen again.

I must acknowledge that Native people, especially Absentee Shawnees, are resilient and have

endured encroachment, sickness and war throughout history. We shall overcome this too.

Ka k’ge ta la ti ke yi (Take care of yourself.)

Alicia “Aly” Edwards Miller, MSM, MBA

Candidate for Tribal Representative

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Education

www. astribe.com

May 2020

STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS

Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue,

then throw the tissue

in the trash.

Clean and disinfect frequently

touched objects and surfaces.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

Stay home when you are sick,

except to get medical care.

Wash your hands often with soap

and water for at least 20 seconds.

For more information: www.cdc.gov/COVID19

CS314915-A

FDIC

Education

May 2020

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ASTHS May 2020

Monthly Update

Home

Exercise

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE

DIABETES AND WELLNESS

PROGRAM

Training

with

Resistance

Bands

The AST Diabetes and

Wellness Program

encourages everybody

to stay active during

these times of

virus precaution.

BICEPS CURL

SQUAT PRESS

Three sets of 10 repetitions

STANDING PUSH UP

Three sets of 10 repetitions

#001

Three sets of 10 repetitions

#002

#003

Practice these great

resistance band

training exercises to

help improve your

strength!

Slowly progress up to

three sets of 10

repetitions over the

next 3-4 weeks.

Don't forget to add in

20-30 minutes of

moderate intensity

aerobic activity

(walking, jogging,

biking, etc.)

LUNGE WITH BANDS

SHOULDER

EXTENSION

TRICEPS EXTENSION

Three sets of 10 repetitions

#004

#005

#006

STAY

ACTIVE!

For more information related to exercise programs, please contact the

AST Diabetes and Wellness Program at (405) 701-7977. The AST

Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Gym is currently closed due to COVID-19

precautions. Please contact the Diabetes and Wellness Program to verify

our future operations for the month of May. We would like to thank all of

our gym patrons for your patience.

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 20, 2020. I cannot physically

be present to cast my Vote at the June 20, 2020 Annual 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#:______________________________

Signature: ____________________________

Date of Birth: ______________________

Date:______________________________

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

May 31, 2020

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

The Health System continues to offer

crucial patient services and patient

care during these trying times upon us

all. Limited social contact, sheltering in

place, accelerated personal hygiene,

and remaining in good health are on

the minds of us all today. The current

environment with COVID19 has driven

alterations and other temporary changes

in our projected program activities for

the annual summer internship program

and summer health fair. While it will

be some time before we all move back

into a “normal” life again, rest assured

your health system is on the front

line to protect you and your family as

best possible. An Elder’s call center,

Veteran’s call center, and accelerated

meal schedules for Title 6 have been

imperative to ensure our vulnerable and

other high-risk personnel are taken care

of and provided for during this pandemic

event. Please continue to accelerate

your personal hygiene and decelerate

your social contact and gatherings,

especially if you are known with your

provider to be in the high-risk category.

The Health System has been awarded

multiple grants and other funding during

this event for off-setting the operational

costs and financial impacts of COVID19

upon our programs. To date, with

the help of a high-functioning and

aggressive health team of professionals

and support staff, along with vital support

and assistance from the Tribe and

the Executive Committee, the health

programs have secured invaluable

resources to aid in both the current

fight, and future recovery actions, from

the pandemic’s impacts upon us from

the State and Federal Government.

While the tribe continues to do all it can

to protect you and your family, it is also

a shared sacrifice to also care for your

own family, tribal community, and those

whom depend upon you for resources,

support, and assistance. Continue to

work hard on this national campaign

with us to end the COVID-19 pandemic

through information, best practices,

safe actions, and overall safety for you

and your family. Continue to please

monitor both the AST Health System

Website and the Tribal Website for

the most current information regarding

the COVID19 actions and relevant

updates. Also, if you are experiencing

anxiety, loneliness, or depression

from sheltering in place or from social

isolation, please contact our Behavioral

Health or our Facebook page for ideas

for activities and ideas for dealing

with your isolation. Also don’t forget

to sign up for the tribe’s emergency

management notification system also

found on the tribe’s main webpage (for

AST Tribal members and employees

only). The staff and health system will

do whatever we can to accommodate

and assist you during these tough times.

Together we will overcome this invisible

and deadly danger facing us all!

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, especially during an

unprecedented 3 layered States of

Emergency! Employee Awards and

awardees are listed below for recognition

of outstanding efforts in the face of life

and death during this deadly pandemic.

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!

April Health Employee Awards of the

Month

Employee of the Month: Dr. Gregory

Reading, AST Physical Therapy/

Chiropractor

Team of the Month: AST Health IT &

Media Team

Special Leadership Award: Alyssa

Campbell, Health Legal

Received: ________________________ Approved:_______________________ Disapproved: ________________

If Disapproved (reason):________________________________________________________________________

Denial Letter Mailed:_____________________________

Ballot Mailed: ______________________________

__________________________________________

Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE,

CHC Executive Director

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May 2020

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In uncertain times unexpected changes may occur for the safety and wellness

of our patients. Here are ways to ﬁnd out about our closures and updates:

• Check our website asthealth.org

• https://www.astribe.com/ofﬁce-emergency-management (register for “AST

Emergency Alert and Critical Information Program”)

• Following us on Facebook “Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System” &

“Absentee Shawnee Tribe”

• Call registration to ensure your phone number is up to date in our system

& request you are enabled for text alerts

• Calling ahead to the facility: Little Axe- 405.447.0300,

Shawnee-405.878.5850, & PlusCare-405.447.0477

• Current patients can sign up for the Healow app to check their

appointment statuses and receive notiﬁcations (use practice code:

JEDEBD, if you need assistance call patient registration)

o SEE HEALOW INFORMATION ADDED

JEDBEBD

May 2020

Help Wanted

Classifieds

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FOSTER CARE LICENSING COMMITTEE

QUALIFICATIONS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS

A complete list of opportunities, detailed information and a downloadable

application are available at www.astribe.com/employment. Applications can

also be picked up at the Human Resources Department located at the Absentee

Shawnee Tribal Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK.

SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES TO email: HR@astribe.

com fax: 405-273-2710 or mail to: Absentee Shawnee Tribe-HR Department

2025 South Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801

(a)

A Committee Member may be a member of the Tribe.

(b)

No person shall be barred from serving on the committee because

s/he is an employee, or operates a Foster Home under a State or

Tribal license.

(c)

Each Committee Member shall be at least eighteen (18) years of

age and legally capable of entering into a binding contract.

(d)

No person who has been convicted of a felony or other crime

involving embezzlement, fraud or moral turpitude shall serve

on the Foster Care Licensing Committee. As of May 30th 2001,

background checks will be necessary for each new and/or

reappointed existing committee member.

(e)

Each Committee Member shall take an oath to support and defend

the constitution, rules and regulations of the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe.

(f)

It is strongly recommended each Committee Member complete the

application process to become an Emergency Protective Foster

Home and therefore be licensed through the Tribe.

Applicants can apply by picking up the application with your

letter of intent at the Secretary’s office.

As of 02-25-2020, the EC made a decision to

extend the deadline until 01-Nov-2021

for the adult gift cards from 2019.

Please contact the AST Finance department

for more details.

(405) 275-4030 Bralynn Barnes

or email at bbarnes@astribe.com

Foster Care Licensing Committee Application of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Name: ______________________________________________________ CDIB: _____________________

Address: _____________________________________________ City:______________ State:___________

Phone: _________________________________ Email:__________________________________________

Are you 18 or older? Yes No (circle one) Must be at least 18 and able to enter into a contract

Willing to become a Foster Care Emergency Home and become licensed? ____________________________

Are you willing to undergo a background check? ________ Do you have any felony’s? If yes explain: _____

________________________________________________________________________________________

ASEDA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Have you served on any other committees? _____________________________________________________

What is your Highest Education Level? ___________________________________ Major: _______________

The purpose of the position is to provide high-level administrative support by conducting

research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests and performing

clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging

conference calls and scheduling meetings.

Any other information that you believe that will help in the decision to choose our committee by?

RESPONSIBILITIES

References

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Manage and maintain ASEDA Staff schedules and meetings.

Communicates with media on needs for public relations activities inclusive of

storylines, photo opportunities, etc.

Creates and implements community related activities for presentations, mail-outs

and other related informational needs.

Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other

documents, using word processing, spreadsheets, database, or presentation

software.

Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports to determine their

significance and plan their distribution.

Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.

Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquires.

Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies and maintaining records.

Traveling, on occasion, with and/for ASEDA Staff to various meetings.

Make travel arrangements for ASEDA Staff.

Other duties as assigned by ASEDA Staff.

EDUCTION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) and a minimum of two years of professional or technical

administrative experience in business or public administration or an equivalent

combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience

for year of the required education.

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have excellent

computer skills.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Native American Preference/EOE/Drug Free Workplace

__________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: _______________________________ Phone: ___________ How long have you known? ____________

Each Committee Member shall take an oath to support and defend the constitution, rules and regulations of the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: __________________________

Please include your letter of intent.

The Education Department

is seeking up to three (3)

Members to serve

on the Education Committee.

Please contact the Education Department

with any questions at tresham@astribe.

com

or (405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242

As of August 2019 Advertising Rates/Placement have changed

for the Absentee Shawnee Newsletter.

The paper is no longer able to continue with free advertising

space. Thank you! Your continued support and understanding is

a valuable asset!

Sherman Tiger

AST Media Director

stiger@astribe.com

405-598-1279

www. astribe.com

I have a proven track record for getting things accomplished. For the past year and

nine months, I have:

• Enhanced our Cultural Preservation Department:

o Continued work to preserve the Shawnee language.

o More tribal member activities.

o Improving connections with local high schools to engage youth.

o Cooperative work with other Tribal Nations.

o Expanded the Gift Shop to Little Axe Clinic:

 Added new vendors for better pricing and merchandise selection

 Increased revenue

• Continue to support and push for the completion of Phase II of the Youth

Camp.

• Spearheading an Assisted Living and Independent Living Project.

• Manage the VITA Free Tax Service Program for Tribal Members and

Employees.

• Unprecedented accomplishment through Human Resources securing over

$200,000 to the tribe in 2019. On target for over $200,000 in year 2020.

Resulting in over $400,000 during my 2 year term. These funds are reserved

for tribal members’ and employees’ wellness services.

• Delivered programs that enhances overall Tribal Operations:

o Employee training programs and lowered turnover rates (which is a high cost

to the tribe if not managed).

o Reduced 401k service fees by 15% and improved 401k and benefits delivery.

• Reduced legal service costs for Gaming Commission by more than 50%. A

savings of approximately $30-50,000 annually.

• And most recently, I have assisted our Tribe in dealing with the COVID19

response efforts. Our Emergency Management Response Team has met daily

to discuss the implementation procedures that will mitigate the spread of the

virus. We are also working collectively on the submission of federal

applications for COVID-19 response reimbursement funding and other

programs. I can assure you I am doing everything I can to ensure the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe receives our portion of federal funding.

May 2020

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May 2020

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SKIN CANCER IS THE MOST

COMMON CANCER IN THE U.S.

SAY YES TO

SUN PROTECTION

ONE in FIVE Americans will develop skin cancer

in their lifetime, and one person dies from melanoma,

the deadliest form of skin cancer, every hour.

SAY NO TO SKIN CANCER

THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF SUNSCREENS:

Since exposure to

the sun’s harmful

UV rays is the most

preventable risk factor

for skin cancer,

protect your skin by:

SEEKING SHADE

WEARING PROTECTIVE

PHYSICAL

SUNSCREEN

CHEMICAL

SUNSCREEN

This sunscreen WORKS LIKE A SHIELD;

it sits on the surface of your skin,

deflecting the sun’s rays.

This sunscreen WORKS AS A SPONGE,

absorbing the sun’s rays.

Look for the active

ingredients ZINC OXIDE and/or

TITANIUM DIOXIDE.

CLOTHING

APPLYING SUNSCREEN

Opt for this sunscreen if you have

SENSITIVE SKIN.

TO ALL SKIN NOT

COVERED BY CLOTHING

Look for one or more of the following

active ingredients: OXYBENZONE,

AVOBENZONE, OCTISALATE,

OCTOCRYLENE, HOMOSALATE and

OCTINOXATE.

This formulation tends to be EASIER

TO RUB INTO the skin without

leaving a white residue.

If you have concerns about certain sunscreen ingredients, use

the information above to choose an alternative that works for

you. As long as it’s BROAD-SPECTRUM, WATER-RESISTANT

and has an SPF 30 OR HIGHER, it can effectively protect you

from the sun. Make sure you reapply it every TWO HOURS

If you have questions about

how to protect your skin

or choose a sunscreen, talk

to a board-certified

dermatologist or learn more at

SpotSkinCancer.org.

when outdoors, or after swimming or sweating.

20-260-CMM

SUPPORT GROUP FOR SURVIVORS OF ELDER

ABUSE, CHILDHOOD SEXUAL OR PHYSICAL

ABUSE, DOMESTIC ABUSE , STALKING, SEXTRAFFICKING AND FAMILY SURVIVORS OF

HOMICIDE VICTIMS

TALKING CIRCLE

Make sure you get

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Issues come back to us not

being delivered... make sure

your address is correct! Don’t

miss a minute of tribal news

and information! Anyone

needing to be on the mailing

list Please Call!

Sherman Tiger

AST Media Director

405-598-1279

stiger@astribe.com

OUR SUPPORT GROUP ENCOURAGES

PERSONAL HEALING WHILE PROVIDING YOU

WITH SPACE TO SPEAK FREELY AND

HONESTLY ABOUT LIFE EXPERIENCES WHILE

PARTICIPATION IN A CULTURALLY SPECIFIC

HEALING OPTION.

ALL GROUPS ARE CONFIDENTIAL

& ALL ARE WELCOME

FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

6:00PM - 8:00PM (SHAWNEE)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CALL FOR

LOCATION AND DETAILS- ALL ARE WELCOME

EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

TRIBAL VICTIM SERVICES

WENDY STAFFORD

(405)695-9125

This Project was produced by Tribal Victim Services under 2018-VO-GX-0033, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions,

Findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this project are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.

Tax Information

May 2020

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Tax Commission

Fiscal Year 2020 - YTD Tax Collections ( through 3/31/2020)

FY-2020

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(thru 3/31/2020)

TAX

CATEGORY

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

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

$9,233.02

$0.00

$6,906.11

$0.00 $0.00

$0.00

TOTAL TAXES

$346,719.85

$251,676.22

$242,018.16

$0.00

Miscellaneous

$874.50

$69.15

$119.00

$0.00

$347,594.35

$251,745.37

$242,137.16

$0.00

TOTAL COLLECTIONS

TAX COMMISSION

~ TAG AGENCY ~

NOW

ACCEPTING

Credit/Debit

APRIL

MAY

JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER

Effective May 1 2019, the

tag office will be accepting

credit and debit cards.

to educate Oklahomans on the critical

Please note: a convenience

role the tribes play in our state’s future.

fee of 2.75% will be added.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has

partnered with United For Oklahoma

These are the facts every

Oklahoman must know.

Watch the videos and stay informed at:

UnitedForOklahoma.com

The AST Tag Office has New Hours!

We are open through lunch!

All day 8:00am - 5:00pm

YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES

TOTAL

COLLECTED

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

$0.00

$29,611.25

$650,000.00

$46,510.52

$7,994.81

$39,507.67

$43,922.66

$22,867.32

$0.00

$840,414.23

$0.00

$1,062.65

0.13%

$0.00

$841,476.88

100%

3.52%

77.25%

5.53%

0.95%

4.70%

5.22%

2.72%

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ON JUNE 20TH VOTE SACHA ALMANZA

For AST Lt. Governor

HELLO AST VOTERS,

I hope this finds you well and you all are staying safe and well. First and foremost I would like to send condolences

from my family to those who have lost loved ones during this pandemic, whether it be due to the virus or not. I am

sorry for your loss and hope you are surrounded by comfort and support during this time. If you know anyone

struggling, please reach out to them. Thank you.

Most recently, I have been involved in the AST Coronavirus Crisis Response Team disseminating information and

resources to the public. Through feedback, answering questions, and gathering information for tribal members, I

have been identifying ways to improve communication between officials involved in the crisis response and tribal

members, I have been a working diligently to share information and correct misinformation. Moreover, with recent uncertainty of the current 2020

AST Election in mind, I feel that there is a huge opportunity to improve the communication from all of our tribal organizations and departments to our

tribal members far and wide and I would like to be a part of something we have never done before to bring positive change to all of our tribal

members. As I said before my goal is to make the most effort to bridge the communication gap for all of you. Prior to the arrival of the current

pandemic, I had said that we needed leadership that was going to be there for you when you needed them most. I received phone calls and many

questions from tribal members with questions and needing assistance that couldn’t get answers. I will always work to assist tribal members within my

power and I urge people to please continue to reach out to me and I will help the best that I can. Lastly, I would like to thank the amazing people

working tirelessly make sure we are responding promptly and with the most caution in order to continue to provide safe and vital services to our

community. I have been fortunate to see front line workers (AST and Non-AST) take so much pride in their work. Many have families at home and

could have chosen to not come to work and be here for our community, but many believe in the work they do and that is greatly appreciated. I realize

it’s an uncertain and to some a scary time however, during difficult times leaders must be present and accounted for with level heads, having the

determination to prevail through difficult times our tribe goes through. I without a doubt am ready for that responsibility and will be dedicated to the

position and work for the people. With that being said when you vote on June 20th, please vote for Sacha Almanza, A LEADER FOR POSITIVE CHANGE

who will be there for our people and cares about the greater good.

FOLLOW ME ON FACEBOOK: Sacha Almanza for LT. Governor of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

ON JUNE 20TH, PLEASE VOTE FOR ME, SACHA ALMANZA, FOR YOUR AST LT.GOVERNOR! -Thank You!

For any questions I urge you to please contact me: Salmanza4@gmail.com /405.633.1831

NEW ELECTION DATE IS JUNE 20TH!

EXPERIENCE



Nine years’ experience

Grant writing

Program administration

Program evaluation and

improvement

Professional Leadership Skills:

o Effective communicator

o Conflict resolution

o Professional coaching and

mentoring

o Analytical thinker/decision

maker

o Progressive in approaches



I SUPPORT…

Federal grants experience:



A LEADER FOR

POSTIVE CHANGE

Educational experience:

o Bachelors of Arts in Native

American Studies

o Masters of Business

Administration in Healthcare

Management

 Additional information:

o Five years volunteering as advisor

for a UNITY youth council to

address Native Youth suicide

o Nine years combined experience

at AST

o Over 17 years combined

experience working with tribes

o Constantly seeking opportunities

for personal and professional

growth

Transparency, unity, and integrity within our EC by:

o effective communication and teamwork

o proactive conflict resolution that includes providing our people with follow up

communication to close the loop

o increased accountability for those who represent our tribe

o upholding our tribal constitution



Economic Development:

o to increase the tribe’s financial stability

o to improve and provide program services for our people



Education & Development to invest in AST People within our tribe by:

o educating our people on our AST constitutional rights for increased

accountability for our EC and boards

o initiatives to support and invest in our tribal members seeking higher education

o support professional development opportunities for increased AST leadership

VOTE SACHA ALMANZA for AST Lt. Governor on JUNE 20th

May 2020

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Elder

Intake Form

ELDER INTAKE FORM

TODAY’S DATE______________________________ REFERRAL SOURCE_____________________

LAST NAME___________________________ FIRST NAME____________________________ MI_______

DATE OF BIRTH___________________________ MALE ____ FEMALE____ VETERAN ___YES ___NO

STREET ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________

CITY___________________ STATE_____ ZIP CODE________ PHONE NUMBER ____________________

SINGLE ____MARRIED ____ DIVORCED/SEPARATED ___WIDOWED ___ WIDOWER____

SPOUSE’S NAME__________________________________ SPOUSE’S DATE OF BIRTH _______________

NAME OF EMERGENCY CONTACT (1)

_________________________________________________PHONE____________________________

NAME OF EMERGENCY CONTACT (2)

_________________________________________________PHONE ____________________________

PRIMARY LANGUAGE

ENGLISH___ TRIBAL___

OTHER______________________

HOUSING ___ HOUSE ___ APARTMENT __COMMUNITY HOUSING __OTHER EXPLAIN_______________

COMPOSITION ___ LIVES ALONE ___ LIVES WITH SPOUSE ___LIVES WITH FAMILY/FRIENDS

___OTHER EXPLAIN ______________________________________________________

NUMBER IN HOUSEHOLD _______ WHO HELPS ___________________________________________

HEALTH HISTORY

___ ASTHMA ___ALZHEIMER’S ___ARTHRITIS ___CANCER ___DEMENTIA

___DIABETES ___CHRONIC PAIN ___HEARING AID ___CHOLESTEROL ___BLOOD PRESSURE

PRIMARY TRANSPORTATION ___Own Car ___Friend ____Public Trans. ___Senior Tran’s __Family

PROSTHETIC DEVICES ___ Walker/Cane__Wheelchair ___Hearing Aid ___Glasses __Dentures ___None

ARE YOU ENROLLED WITH A DIFFERENT TITLE VI PROGRAM? ____ YES ____ NO

IF YES, NAME OF PROGRAM & WHERE LOCATED:___________________________________________

HEALTH CONCERNS ___________________________________________________________________

SERVICES CURRENTLY BEING RECEIVED ___________________________________________________

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May 16th Armed Forces Day

Mother’s Day May 10th!!!

May 25, MEMORIAL DAY

Mother’s Day May 10th!!!

SUNDAY

May 25, MEMORIAL DAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

MENU IS

SUBJECT

TO CHANGE

Grilled Chez

Sandwich

Chicken Noodle Soup

Pickle/Fluﬀ

Salisbury Steak

Winter mix

Tossed Salad

Pears

Hot Dog

Tom, Onion &

Cucumber Salad

Chips

Baked Chicken

Wild Rice

Veggies

Mixed Fruit

AST Complex Closed

Memorial Day

Spaghetti

w/meat sauce

Green beans

Salad Bar*

Baked Potato

Ham, chez, onions

Broc. N chez

Pudding

Chicken Fajitas

Bell pepper n Onions

Tortillas

Spanish Rice

Pineapples

Steak Fingers

Mashed pot/Gravy

Broccoli

Crisp

Chef Salad

W / Chicken

Cottage Chez

Peaches

Smoked Sausage

Mac n Chez

Veggies

Grapes

Tamale

Refried Beans

Southwest Salad*

Salsa

Grits

Sausage Patties

Fruit

Baked Fried Chicken

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Brussel Sprouts

Apricots

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Corn Beef

Cabbage

Bread

Orange

Pinto Beans

w/ Ham

Onions

Spinach

Cornbread

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

2% MILK IS SERVE

SATURDAY

Tuna Salad

Sandwich

LTOP

Baked Chips

Mandarin Oranges

Boiled Egg

Bacon

Toast

Fruit

Cereal

Toast

Banana

2020

May 2020

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Title VI

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801-0381

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Title VI Department

2025 S Gordon Cooper Dr

Shawnee OK 74801

405-275-4030

CDIB # _______

Grass Mowing ApplicaLon

D.O.B.________

Title VI

Elderly Nutrition Program

The Following are the requirements for this program:

Dear Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members

For many years The Title VI Department has provided gas to mow your lawns. We are upda?ng the

guidelines. The Title VI Grant provides gas as suppor?ve services and for us to provide suppor?ve

service you must be a par?cipant in the Title VI Program.

Must be an Absentee Shawnee Member

Must be 55 years and older

Must be an Title VI Member (have an current intake form for the current year 2020

Handicap/Disabled

Must provide Proof of Residency (uLlity bill must be in applicant’s name)

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 permiang. Also, the maintenance workers will not

trim trees or shrubs.

Guidelines:

1. Absentee Shawnee Member

2. Must be 55 years and older

3. Must be an Title VI Member, have a current intake form on ﬁle (FY-2020)

If you have any quesLons, please contact Dos Owings at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6227

4. Must provide Proof of Residency (u?lity bill – in the applicants name)

NAME: __________________________________________________

5. Handicap/Disabled

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________

6. NO RENTAL PROPERTY WILL BE MOWED

As a Title VI Member as long as you are within the guidelines you can put in your applica?on and turn

in your applica?ons to the Title VI Department. As stated on the applica?on: Maintenance will only

mow and weed eat applicants lawn. Maintenance will mow every two (2) weeks weather permi\ng.

Also, the maintenance workers will not trim trees, shrubs, and will NOT move any items that are in the

way of cu\ng your lawn.

This year we are trying to get an early start on our grass mowing list,

Any ques?ons you can reach me at 405-275-4030 ext. 6227 or email me at dowings@astribe.com

Thomasine Owings____

CITY: _______________________

STATE:___________

ZIP: _______

HOME PHONE: ____________________ MESSAGE PHONE: ________________

EMAIL: ______________________________________________________

FINDING DIRECTIONS TO HOME:

___________________________________________________________________

*DISCLAIMER

Thomasine Owings

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 geang your yard cleaned, will be very much helpful in

maintaining your yard.

WHEN DO I

CALL 911?

Public Health officials are asking for your help. Your local 911 system (Police,

Fire and EMS) may become overloaded because of patients requesting

assistance when it is not a real emergency.

During this national emergency, we

know and understand how anxious

and overwhelmed people can become.

However, we ask that all Oklahomans

follow the CDC guidance for COVID-19

and not call 911 when there isn’t a real

emergency.

When to Seek Medical Attention:

If you develop emergency warning signs

for COVID-19 get medical attention

immediately. Emergency warning signs

include*:

· Trouble breathing

· Persistent pain or pressure in the chest

· New confusion or inability to arouse

· Bluish lips or face

Call 911 if you have a medical emergency:

If you have a medical emergency and

need to call 911, notify the operator

that you have or think you might have,

COVID-19. If possible, put on a facemask

before medical help arrives.

We understand and appreciate how this

guidance goes against everything that

we have been taught and have come to

expect from our all of our emergency

services. However, the exposure risks are

too high to risk calling EMS unless it is a

true emergency.

STAY HOME.

STAY SAFE.

STAY INFORMED.

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your

medical provider for any other symptoms that

are severe or concerning.

INFORMATION + UPDATES

CORONAVIRUS.HEALTH.OK.GOV

CALL CENTER: 877-215-8336 OR 2-1-1

T U L S A H E A LT H

May 2020 – Scheduled Closings

Community

May 2020

Time(s)

Closed:

Dates Closed:

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Locations:May 2020 – Scheduled Closings

May 2020 – Scheduled Closings

Mon., May. 25th

(Memorial Day)

Time(s)

Closed:

5th

Locations:

Dates Closed:

All Day

Time(s)

Closed:

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

Locations:

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

Mon., May. 25th

(Memorial Day)

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

For COVID-19 information, call our AST 24-Hour Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information Number: (405) 695-1787 or the Coronavirus

(COVID-19) Call Center: 1-877-215-8336

predicted severe weather forecast, please call ahead for possible health system closure or delay:

ormation, call our AST 24-Hour Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information Number: (405) 695-1787 or the Coronavirus

Center: 1-877-215-8336

Center at (405) 447-0300

In the event of a predicted severe weather forecast, please call ahead for possible health system closure or delay:

Little Axe Health Center at (405) 447-0300

delays are posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall “Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System”,

alth & on ASTHS website at www.asthealth.org

For COVID-19 information, call our AST 24-Hour Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information Number: (405) 695-1787 or the Coronavirus

Health closures/delays are posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall “Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System”,

(COVID-19) Call Center: 1-877-215-8336

Twitter @ ASThealth & on ASTHS website at www.asthealth.org

In the event of a predicted severe weather forecast, please call ahead for possible health system closure or delay:

Little Axe Health Center at (405) 447-0300

Nutrition Corner

Try using

some of yourwall

pantry “Absentee

Health closures/delays are posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health

Facebook

Shawnee Tribal Health System”,

freezer staples to make this yummy

Emergency

and easy recipe! Feel free to

TwitterAST

@ ASThealth

& on ASTHS websiteAlert

at www.asthealth.org

customize based on what ingredients you already have in your home.

and Critical Information Program

A S T

By signing up for the AST Emergency Alert Program, we can provide our

members and employees with information quickly. You will receive alerts on

severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons, evacuations,

and other critical matters.

Go to www.astribe.com

On the menu bar, hover on Government

Under Offices and Teams click on

Emergency Management

Click on the AST Emergency Alert Program

banner and follow the prompts to enroll today!

*Please note, you may choose the type of notifications/alerts

W E L L N E S S

Ingredients:



A N D

Yield: 6 large

servings



D I A B E T E S



1 1/2 cups old

fashion or rolled

oats

1 teaspoon

cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon

nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon

baking powder

1/8 teaspoon salt

2 medium very

ripe bananas,

mashed

1/3 cup all creamy

peanut butter

1&1/3 cups

unsweetened

almond milk or

milk of choice

1 tablespoon

maple syrup

1 tablespoon

vanilla extract

1 tablespoon chia

seeds (optional, it’s

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8x8

inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or

coconut oil.

2. Combine the oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking

powder and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.

3. In another medium bowl, mash the bananas

well, then whisk in the peanut butter, almond

milk, maple syrup, vanilla and chia seeds.

4. Whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.

5. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30-40

minutes or until top is barely golden brown and

set.

6. Remove from oven and let sit for a few

minutes to cool

7. Topping suggestions: sliced banana, blueberries, strawberries, a dollop of peanut butter, dark

chocolate chips, shredded coconut. YUMMMM!

*Recipe adapted from Ambitious Kitchen

Nutrition Facts: (per serving)

230 cal, 10g fat, 30 g carbs, 6g fiber, 8 g sugar,

8 g protein

okay if you do not have

this ingredient!)

you would like to receive.

Try using some of your pantry or

freezer staples to make these

yummy & EASY recipes! Feel free to

customize based on what ingredients you already have in your home.

Nutrition Corner

A S T

D I A B E T E S

A N D

W E L L N E S S

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

2 Cans Solid or Chunk

Tuna in water, drained (5

oz. each ) or 1 can of

chicken (about 12 oz)

 1 15oz. can Diced Tomatoes

1 15oz. can Low Sodium

 Black Beans, Drained

and Rinsed

 1 Cup Corn Kernels

(canned or frozen and

thawed)

 1 Bell Pepper, diced



¼ Cup Red Onion, Finely Diced

 1 Tablespoon Lemon or

Lime Juice

 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt

 ¼-1/2 cup Light Mayo or

Light sour cream

 ¼ t. Chili Powder

 ¼ t. Cayenne Pepper

 ¼ t. salt and Pepper

 ½ t. Oregano

 ½ t. Paprika

 ½ t. Garlic powder

 1 t. Cumin

*optional: ¼ Cup Jalapeno,

Cilantro

** If Greek Yogurt is not

available, can use additional

light mayo or sour cream



Directions:



If using tuna, drain can and then soak up extra water

with a paper towel.



If using chicken, place chicken in a warm skillet and

lightly brown. (Chicken is already cooked, this is just

a preference).

Place all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Stir until

well combined. Serve on a lettuce wrap, whole wheat tortilla/bread, pita bread, or crackers. Or just eat by itself.

It’s that good!! Keep covered in fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts: Southwest Chicken or

Tuna Salad: (per serving)

157 cal, 3 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 1 g mono fat, 1 g poly fat, 0 g

trans fat, 20 mg chol, 292 mg sodium, 615mg pot, 19 g

carbs, 4 g fiber, 14 g protein, 27% vit A, 54% vit C., 8%

May 2020

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PURCHASED REFERRED CARE NEWS

The AST Purchased Referred Care

Team is here to assist you.

Please follow the PRC guidelines. Keep a copy on hand and update your information.

To update your patient information, please see patient registration.

EMERGENCY AND URGENT

CARE SERVICES

SHAWNEE CLINIC

PURCHASED REFERRED

CARE

HAS MOVED.

We are now located in

SHAWNEE CLINIC (BLDG. 17)

Our phone numbers have NOT changed.

PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen 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 PRC 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 PRC within 72 hours, your bills will not

be paid.

3. For AST citizens 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 citizens 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 PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center

PRC office or the Shawnee Clinic PRC office.

PURCHASED REFERRED CARE

FOR AST CITIZENS

WITH INSURANCE

PURCHASED REFERRED CARE

FOR AST CITIZENS

WITHOUT INSURANCE

PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined

catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.

PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined

catchment area and does not have insurance.

1. To complete existing PRC 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. PRC

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 citizens, to become established for PRC 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 PRC 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 PRC 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 PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health

Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS

Purchased Referred Care is conveniently located

in Little Axe Health Center and in

Shawnee Clinic, Building 17.

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 PRC 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 citizens, to become established for PRC 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 PRC. 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 PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health

Center or Shawnee Clinic.

I M P O RTA N T CO N TAC TS

BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES

Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Little Axe Health Center

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Shawnee Clinic

Glendine Blanchard, PRC Director

Darla Gatzman, PRC Specialist

Lena Carroll, Claims Processor

Jennifer Wells, PRC Technician

Kareena Deere, File Clerk

Debi Sloat, PRC Deputy Director/RN

April Parton, PRC Health Specialist/LPN

Jayne Werst, PRC Specialist, Medicaid Patients

Melinda Ferrell, PRC Specialist

Flo Mann, PRC Specialist, AST Patients/LPN

Laurie Webber, PRC Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Carrie Stanley, PRC Specialist, Medicaid patients/

Medical Assistant

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER PRC

SHAWNEE CLINIC PRC

405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)

405.447.0300 (Secondary)

405.878.5850 (Primary)

405.878.4702 (Secondary)

HEALTH SYSTEM

May 2020

Ahtone, Catlin Ray

Alford, Amy Dianne

Alford, Christian Shawnee

Alford, Magdelena Spaneta

Allen, Lucinda Nicole

Allen, Patricia Ann

Arnold, Keirstin Rene

Atchico, John Edward

Atwell, David Eugene

Atwood, Reagan Nicole

Barton, Trae Lee

Bates, Akiane Karee

Baughman, Brenda Jane

Belvin, Justin Ray

Bender, Leal Desma

Bennett, Blake Tristan

Bentley, Curtis Lee

Bettelyoun, Lula Mae

Bigpond, Roy

Black, Timothy Wayne

Black, Whittney Brooke

Blackburn, Gayle Ann

Blanchard, Caelynn Blu

Blanchard, Dakota Joshua

Blanchard, Glendine

Blanchard, Joey Edward

Blanchard, Joseph Henry

Blanchard, Mariana Lillian

Bradley, Jerry Dean

Bradley, Terry Don

Bradshaw, Alisa Marie

Brady, Lynn Marie

Brandon, Susanne Christine

Breeding, Sean K. C.

Brinson, Ariana Isabel

Brister, April Angela

Brocksmith, Chloe Elizabeth

Brown, Brittany Ciara

Bruner, Aidan Alex

Bryant III, Chester A.

Buckley, Gerald Wayne

Buckner, June Marie

Bullard, Adam Drew

Bullock, Royce Jaxxon

Bump, Karli Jessica

Bustamante, Andrea Nadine

Byers, Christian Daniel

Byers, Eric Nelson

Cagle, Alicia Nicole

Campbell, Charles Elbert

Caudillo, James Emanuel Dean

Caudillo, Jamie Lynn Ladeanna

Charley, Melloney Ann

Charley, Michael Arron

Clark, Summer Lynn

Clinesmith, Blake Weston

Coddington Jr., Kevin Dwayne

Collett, Bonnie Sue

Combs, Michelle Lynn

Conces, Lorena Olivia

Conover, Gloria Jean

Cook, Israel Aaron

Coon, Justin Kyler

Cope, Sawyer Dawson

Coyle, Dr. Sarah Michelle

Creamer, Cora Mae Starr

Crenshaw, Jennifer Lois

Cripps, Anita Louise

Cuellar, Orietta Faith

Dankenbring, Bryce Thomas

Daugherty, Everly Grace

Davis, Dale Allen

Davis, Dannica Butch

De Jear, Bayleigh Ruth

Deere, Shawneen Estelline

Deere, Sky Nichole Christine

Denny, Jacqueline

Dospapas, Verna May

Downey, Zachary Layne

Ducharme, Kathon Clay

Ducharme, Lindsey Nicole

Ellis, Gregory Scott

Ellis, Heather Ann

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Ellis, Holly Diana

Ellis, Sara Gabriel

Evans, Lisa Michelle

Factor, Jaremyah Jamez

Feeling, Lavonna Jean

Fenner, Titan Russell

Ferrell, Alyssa Kay

Ferrell, Amber Nicole

Ferrer, Joshua Lee

Fife, Gabriel Douglas

Fife, Teresa Laura Irene

Fink, Brayden Lee

Footracer, Lee Anna Gail Stubb

Foreman Jr., Leonard Dewayne

Foreman, Jacob Collin

Foreman, Jalen Hawke

Frazier, Rylan Ambrose

Fritsch, Joley Marie

Galloway, Zachary Adam

Garbarini Jr., Alfred Ralph

Gibson Sr., Roy Gene

Gibson, David Michael

Gibson, Jeffrey Wayne

Godwin, Lucy G.

Gouge, Kara Joe

Granstrom, Cody James

Graves Pyrch, Karen Sue

Graves, Sharol Annette

Gray, Branden Tyler

Gray, Dakota Christian

Greeley, Carsyn Ryan

Griffin, Diane Sue

Groves, Mya Leighann

Hale, Kathy Sue

Hall, Emily Katherine

Harjo, Eric Wayne

Harjo, Hiyatike Star

Harris, Konner Lee Little Charley

Haumpy, Taj-Ah Billy

Heath, Spencer Blake

Hendrick, Luke Michael

Hill, Yvette Carmel

Hood Jr., Warren Weslyon

Hood, Lisa

Hood, Thomas Edgar

Hough, Norma Louise

Humphrey, Carol Lee

Hunt, Dominique Annastasia Marie

Hutchinson, Velma Rae

Irvin, Steven Benjamin

Jackson III, Mark Sweeney

Johnson Jr., Richard Taft

Johnson, Coree Lee

Johnson, Curtis Ray

Johnson, Gabriella Kayann

Johnson, Joshina Leeshay

Johnson, Michael Scott Isaiah

Johnson, Nicholas James

Johnson, Tabitha Rose

Johnson, Walter Kirby

Jones, Aubrey Renee

Kaseca, Barry Alvin

Kaseca, Kantynn James

Kaseca, Roy James

Keith, Marshall Collins

King, Lynee Rue

Kirby-Gibson, Ian Jacob

Kitchen, Ruben Vincent

Kmatz, Mindy Lynnette

Knighten, Cassandra Renea

Kobs, Jennifer Ann

Kowitz, Michael Raymond

Laplant, Asher Jay

Lasenberry, Harper Rose

Leedom, Courtney Dawn

Little Axe, Sabrina

Little Charley, Cheryl Jean

Little Charley, Terry Lee

Little Creek, Vernon Dale

Little, Jadyn Alise

Little, Madison Diane

Little, Stormy Autumn

Littlecreek, Anderson Doreece

Littlecreek, Dakota Dwight

Littlecreek, Tiffany Nicole

Littlecreek, Tristyn Denae

Longhorn, Sean Ray

Longhorn, Weda Louise

Lopez Jr, Rolando

Lovins, Earl Dean

MacGill, Georgia Sue

MacK, Rylan Emory

Malone, Marcus Jerome

Mann, Sallie Arlene

Masquat Jr., George

Masquat, Chelcy Nicole

Matthews, Mary Caroline

McAfee, Justin Samuel

McGowan, Patricia Lynn

McMillan, Shelly Kristin

Medina, Alyssa Pamela Lee

Megehee, Douglas Dewayne

Megehee, Tonia Lynn

Mendoza, Amanda Ranee`

Meyer, Doreen

Miller, Casey Ryan

Miner, Heather Rochelle

Minesinger, Scott Brooker

Mitchell, Desiree Rose

Molenhour, Lacey Rei

Mondragon, Angela Kay

Monk, Jaxon Eugene

Montgomery, Matthew Schyler

Daugherty

Moore, Anniah Faith

Moore, Emily Renee

Morgan, Polly A Littlebear

Morton, Jeremiah James

Morton, Nora Jane

Munroe, Douglas

Neese, Lisa Marie

Neugent, Alena Dee

New Moon, Jake Lee

New Moon, Jennifer Brooke

Newton, Jessica Ann

Noyes, Paula Jo

Oldham, George Lynn

Onzahwah, Deborah Kay

Orta, Jovanni Alejandro

Ott-Proctor, Lylli Lee Ann

Panther, Jeffery Wayne

Parker, Carla Marie

Parker, Shawn Ian

Pawpa, Donald Wayne

Pearl, Melvin Joe

Pitner, Kamryn Nicole

Powell, Fawn Laverene

Powell, Kendall Lynn

Pyrch, Lauren Karly

Raisbeck, David Nathaniel

Ramirez Jr., Florentino

Ramirez, Elicia Marie-Alka

Ramirez, Jaxston Cole

Reavis, Ricci Donnice

Reynoso, Melissa Sue

Roach, Dakota Eugene

Robertson, Rita Jean York

Robison, Morgan Tell

Robison, Thomas Aaron

Rochon, Gerald Wayne

Rock, Micheal Eugene

Rolette, Domini Antoinette

Rolette, Gilbert Earl

Rolette, Joshua David Michael

Ryan, Royce Liam

Salazar, Terry Lee

Salisbury, Lucas Holden

Salisbury, Mara Ann

Sanchez, Christopher

Sanders, Patty Ruth

Schulenberg, Donald Derek

Seaton-Blanchard, Sarah Shiloh

Sevier, Elliott Rose

Shawnee, Jarrett Lloyd

Shular, Monte Lee

Simmons, Desirai Diann

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Smith, Jeremiah Robert

Smith, Lily Kendrick

Smith, Richard Alexander

Smith, Trenn Talen

Smith, Valerie Ann

Smith, Vanessa Rae

Soap Jr., John Lee

Soap, Kree Eugene

Soap, Roger Eugene

Speck, Haley Kalyn

Spicer, Amber Jo

Spoon Jr., Robert Ray

Spoon, Joplin Dupre

Spoon, Landon Joe

Spoon, Lexi Della-Ann

Spoon, Tinslee Jo

Spriggs, Warren Paul

Springer, Delores Ann

Spybuck, Easton Cade

Squire, Nathan Gene

Starr III, Henry James

Starr, Anthony Craig

Stevens, Laurence Paul

Stewart, Gracie Nicole

Stone Jr., James Lee

Strain, Cynthia Ann

Stuckey, Slade Wilson

Sultuska, Ella L.

Sultuska, Jerry Wayne

Sultuska, Rodney Steven

Surface Jr., Robert Monroe

Szoke, Debra Jean

Talbert, Elania Michelle

Talbert, Elliana Grace Elizabeth

Tallchief IV, Eves

Tallchief, John G.

Tarbox, Crystal Lynne

Taylor, Darwin Jacob

Tebe I, Mavrik West

Tebe, Priscilla Grace

Thompson, Bryanna Lotus

Thompson, Teresa Renee`

Thornhill, Noah Hunter

Thorpe, Burke James

Thorpe, Sheelby Ahkeynay Jamese

Tiger, Jennifer Diane

Tiger, Tru Anthony Shane

Uchida Jr., Stephen Robert

Valdivia, Jenika Nicole

Vega, Jaslene Meliah

Wade, Chelsea Nicole

Wakolee, Carmen Jean

Walker, Jo Ann Louise

Wallace, Brenda Gayle

Warrior, Johnnie Andrew

Warrior, Kenneth James

Watkins, Jamie Lynn

Watson, Ambra Denise

Watson, Brittany LaDawn Paige

Danielle

Watson, Janelle Ilise

Watson, Thomas Aaron

Wesley, Ula Mae Welch

White IV, Charles Daniel

White, Brooklyn Dee

White, Caitlyn Rose

White, Clayton Randall

White, Milo Everett

Wilkerson, Katie Evalyn

Williams, Colton Alexander

Williams, Heath Floyd

Wilson, Cecil Alan

Wilson, Christopher Blaine

Wilson, Diana Lynn

Wilson, Francis Lynn

Wilson, Helen June

Wilson, Lana Louise

Womack, Raelynn Lekay

Wood, Lillian Kay

Woods, Justin Matthew

Wucinski, Gary Ray

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Young, Lynda Renee

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This project provides support in:



Extending an out outreach through community partnerships to increase

awareness of Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in the community.



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 community.



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 our program, please contact us!

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Grant Coordinator

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Grant Project Director

405-701-7989

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Happy Happy Birthday to my

Awesome Grandson

Joplin Dupre Spoon

Happy 12th

I love you bunches, Hugs & Kisses

Granny Low

Joplin D. Happy 12th Birthday to my AMAZING, young man!!

You’re growing up on me!! I LOVE YOU SO VERY, VERY MUCH!!

Love Always, Your Momma XoXoXo

Joplin Auntie wishes you the Happiest

12th birthday!! You Deserve it!! ! I LOVE

YOU VERY, VERY MUCH!!

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Cousins C&D

JOP- Happy Birthday little Brother!

Hope your day is special just like you are!! Love and Hugs!!

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Oklahoma Department

of Rehabilitation Services

May 2020

We need to VOTE

for RESULTS!

Local News

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midst of this invisible coronavirus crisis, and I am deeply concerned about the effect this

will have on our health and the economic impact it will have on each tribal member and

our Tribal financial resources. The economic security is uncertain and changes with

each day for individuals and the Tribe. I want to maintain a secure harbor that each of

you can depend on in your time of need.

BETTY L. WATSON

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1. Uphold the Constitution and By-Laws of the Tribe and honor the wishes of the

General Council. I will keep the General Council informed of major decisions

affecting the Tribe and conduct the business of the Tribe with accountability and

transparency.

Currently, there is no transparency in the actions of the Executive Committee in

informing the General Council concerning the COVID-19 decisions made to protect

the Tribe and its members and addressing the needs of the membership. Many do

not have access to Computers/Facebook but do receive the tribal newsletter.

General Council needs to be informed of significant decisions in purchasing land and

expenditure of general funds.

2. Create business opportunities through ASEDA (the economic development arm of

the Tribe). The income generated from ASEDA would go to the general fund to

provide services and benefits for all tribal members regardless of where they live.

ASEDA needs to be re-evaluated, the original ASEDA was created as a federal

charter under Section 3 of the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act and voted by a

referendum vote of the General Council. I understand two additional corporations

exist, and they are AST Enterprises & OK ASEDA, Inc., both Oklahoma Corporations

& need to be dissolved. The Federally charted corporation ASEDA has more

authority and opportunity for economic development growth. ASEDA and the CStore are independent corporations created to generate income and operate

independently from the Tribe. We cannot continue to put money from the General

Fund into the Bank, C-store, and ASEDA to operate without paying the money back

to the Tribe.

3. Identify and develop a Land Use Plan that would utilize the land the Tribe owns for

the highest and best use. Develop a national marketing plan to entice companies

and businesses to locate on our land that would create income and jobs for our

Tribe. The main priority would be to put non-trust land into trust for the Tribe.

We have not developed a Land Use Plan for the trust and non-trust land. Non-trust

land is land the Tribe pays property taxes every year. This is a liability as it is money

we pay out of our general fund account. We cannot afford to keep paying on land

that is not making an income for the Tribe. The EC has hired consulting firms in the

past but did not get a viable plan for the use of the land.

4. Evaluate the present financial structure of the Tribe and current economic

development projects: TB Convenience Store, All Nations Bank, ASEDA, TB Casino

and Shawnee Casino, Li Si Wi Nwi, Inc., ASTHA, Tax Commission and develop a

strategic plan to improve economic growth.

Develop a strategic five (5) and ten (10) year strategic economic development plan

that would include the local community and Tribe for economic, health, social,

infrastructure growth for the Tribe. The Strategic Planning would include the key

personnel in all of Tribe’s income producing assets mentioned above.

5. Identify and implement new economic development opportunities the Tribe has

outside our present land base. This economic development will provide additional

revenues that could be used for additional services, benefits, and per capita for all

tribal members.

Details to be provided at a later date.

6. I want to explore the possibility of providing term life insurance for all elders 50 years

of age and older that would provide surviving families left behind additional funds to

pay additional expenses and debts of the deceased.

Our tribe is being financially challenged during this conoravirus crisis, and we need real

leadership to make decisions that will give us financial stability! We need to elect a

treasurer with experience, wisdom, knowledge, and confidence to meet the financial

challenge in the months to come.

VOT E F O R M E , I W I L L M A K E A

DIFFERENCE AND CREATE ECONOMIC

PROSPERITY FOR OUR TRIBE.

You can contact me via E-mail: blwatson915@yahoo.com or by phone (405) 761-6958

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* * * * * EMERGENCY NUMBERS * * * * *

911

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE.......................................

HEARTLINE EMERGENCY......................................... 211

Police, Fire, Ambulance

State of Oklahoma

TRIBAL POLICE ......................................................... 405-275-3200

Absentee Shawnee

TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGER............................ 405-740-1562 (Cell)

Absentee Shawnee

SHERIFF..................................................................... .405-273-1727

Pottawatomie County

CITY POLICE...............................................................405-273-2121

CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT......................... .405-273-5272

COUNTY HEALTH DEPT............................................405-273-2157

Shawnee

Pottawatomie County

SHERIFF..................................................................... .405-701-8888

CITY POLICE............................................................. .405-321-1600

HEALTH DEPT........................................................... .405-749-1591

Cleveland County

Norman

Cleveland County

OG&E......................................................................... .405-272-9595

.................................................................

800-522-6870

CANADIAN VALLEY.................................................. .405-382-3680

DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY.................. .800-522-0206

HIGHWAY PATROL................................................... .405-425-4385

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