# 2 - 3 ExEcutivE committEE REpoRts (2016)

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sEptEmBER 2016

“Among The Shawnee”

insidE this issuE
2 - 3 ExEcutivE committEE REpoRts
4 tax collEctions
5 Building Blocks
6 titlE vi lunch mEnu

7 - 8 Ramah Fact shEEt
10 - 11 FaRming & gRazing salE
12 ast hEalth REpoRt
15 tRiBal REcRuitmEnt FaiR
16 my dna

Volume 27 No. 52
17 ast housing authoRity
20 - 21 sEptEmBER BiRthdays
24 FitnEss calEndER
29 - 31 ctas suRvEy
36 FostER caRE

Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority
New Transitional Housing Open House

The housing authority staff hosted an open house on Thursday, July 21st
at the newly built triplex located on Philadelphia Street in Shawnee, OK.
More information & photos inside on page 17.

General Council - October 22, 2016
10:00 am - Thunderbird Casino - Norman, OK

Executive Committee

Edwina Butler-Wolfe

Governor

Isaac Gibson

Lt. Governor

John Johnson

Secretary

Leah Bates

Treasurer

Anthony Johnson

Representative

Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com

Governor’s Report
Hello friends, neighbors, relatives and Tribal members at large!
Our Shawnee area continues to have high temperatures and little
moisture. This weather should be changing soon as this is the month when
we begin to see rain and cooling temperatures. To my awareness we did
not have any West Nile or Zika virus issues here at the tribe or in our tribal
community. We were indeed blessed.

budget increases for the Election Commission or the use of the Tribe’s
General Operating Funds. Upon review of this email exchange I noticed
that neither the serving Election Commissioner, Briana Ponkilla, nor
Election Commissioner Elect, Mary Birdtail, in their respective capacity
as Election Commissioners were included. Nor did these emails include
Kenneth Blanchard, serving Representative; however they did include
Representative Elect, Anthony Tadpole Johnson, whose elected position is
June Election
The June 18th election is in dispute within our court system. Two separate in dispute.
2nd Correction Notice: “The Election Commission was informed by
disputes actions were filed by Twila Parker, candidate for Treasurer, and
Sherman Tiger, candidate for Representative on June 30th. These disputes Representative Anthony Johnson that he was notified by the Governor that he
will be brought before the Court on August 30th. During a protest and/or was not legally sworn in and was not eligible to make decisions”.
dispute it is not uncommon for misunderstandings to arise. I would like
2nd Correction: In reality what I said to Anthony ‘Tadpole’ Johnson was:
to correct a couple of statements the Election Commission placed in their “a dispute has been filed and if you make decisions prior to the dispute being
August newsletter on page 7.
resolved in our court, then it could possibly be grieved through employees who
1st Correction Notice: “The Governor informed the Election Commission are moved”.
to use an outside attorney instead of the Attorney General’s office in the above Trial Date Set
mentioned court cases.”
Jeff and Isaac Gibson
1st Correction: The statement made to me on July 1st by the Election
As you may recall the review hearing(s) held by the Absentee Shawnee
Commission was “We will be requesting an expedited decision from the Tribal Court on May 23, 2016 set the trial date of Isaac Gibson, Jr., Lt.
Executive Committee on whether we are to utilize the AST Attorney General Governor, for October 10-11th, with the 12th set aside in case the trial is
or proceed with outside counsel.”
lengthy. This begins at 9:00 a.m.
The trial date set for Jeff Gibson, former Representative and current
I relayed that concern orally to all Executive Committee members, by
July 5th, to get their approval or disapproval of the Election Commission TERO contact, is October 17-19th beginning at 9:00 a.m.
The two, first cousins, are being tried for embezzlement, fraudulent
using the Tribe’s Attorney General. The Executive Committee decision was
use
of a credit card, misusing public monies, unlawful official action, and
unanimous that the Election Commission should seek their own outside
legal counsel and NOT use the tribes Attorney General. I advised the criminal conspiracy. A spectator in one of the review hearings heard Judge
Interim Deputy Commissioner, Aly Miller, via email on July 5th of this Haddox, the Judge trying these two cases, state that it was the first trial-bydecision. On July 6th I was advised by Ms. Miller that a letter was being jury the Absentee Shawnee has had in ten years.
The trial date set for Jeff Gibson, former Representative and current
forwarded and that ‘funds to cover the extra cost of obtaining outside
counsel, please also be thinking of this so that we can continue to expedite TERO contact, is October 17-19th beginning at 9:00 a.m.
The two, first cousins, are being tried for embezzlement, fraudulent
this process’. The Executive Committee did not discuss or authorize any
use of a credit card, misusing public monies, unlawful official action, and

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criminal conspiracy. A spectator in one of the review hearings heard Judge
Haddox, the Judge trying these two cases, state that it was the first trial-byjury the Absentee Shawnee has had in ten years.
Other Topics/Expressions
Happy Birthday & Anniversary
To those who have had a birthday or anniversary I extend my warmest
regards.
Condolences
To those families who may have lost a family member this month I extend
my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Meetings that I attended this month:
JULY 2016
18th

Met with Elaine Webster from Washington, D.C. on the Indian Museum
– Shawnee, OK
20th
Thunderbird Entertainment Center (TEC) Board Meeting 2:00 p.m. –
Little Axe, OK.
21st
Central Tribes of Shawnee Area (CTSA) Meeting 9:00 a.m. - Shawnee,
OK
AST Housing Authority Open House – Shawnee, OK - afternoon
22-24th UNITY Conference – Cox Center – OKC, OK
25-27th Ok Indian Gaming Association Conference – Tulsa, OK

AUGUST 2016
2nd
All Nations Bank Meeting – Shawnee, OK
9-14th AAIP Annual Conference – Oakland, CA
15-19th DOT Negotiated Rulemaking Committee – Sterling, VA (Paid for by
DOT)

American Indian Model Charter School
While I was at the AAIP conference in Oakland, California I took the
opportunity to visit with the American Indian Model Charter (AIM)
School. I met with several staff and the Superintendent of the three AIM
schools, Maya Woods. She gave me and Lesa Shaw, my Senior Policy
Analyst, an overview on the three schools: Elementary; Intermediate and
High School. The school originated about 23 years ago when tribal members
were being relocated to the California area. It started at the 6-8th grade
(intermediate) level and then grew. It now has over 1200 cross- cultural
students within it and is a state accredited, year round, charter school. The
school does close for short periods of intercession. The school is funded by
state and federal appropriations. I asked a number of questions about how
it went from being having all American Indian students to a school having
a diverse cross-section of students. The answer was politics. This school
of 1200 students still bears the name of American Indian but has only
approximately 20 students in it at present time that is Native American.
The visit was good and I learned much from this unique school about
funding, educational curriculum, cross cultural services, teacher pay,
uniforms and board composition. This school works with its community,
the public and the state to make a difference in the lives of its children. The
vision I have for our tribe, our people, is one that includes having a charter
school. This school would be taught by Native American educators and
provide a safe, secure, culturally enhanced, learning environment for our
children and other Native American children that seek to attend it.
DOT Negotiated Rulemaking Appointment
On July 27, a Federal Register Notice was published indicating that
Transportation Secretary, Anthony Foxx, had named 18 tribal and 7
federal representatives to the Department of Transportation’s newly
formed Negotiated Rulemaking Committee. In my capacity as Governor
of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe I was selected to represent the Southern

Plains region during this Rulemaking period. The Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) will be the lead agency for the Department of
Transportation.
Our first meeting took place in Sterling, Virginia where we, the Committee
members, discussed and approved an agenda; held introductions; conducted
a tribal caucus meeting; decided who needed to be at the table during the
rulemaking process; discussed the published rule making period and the
need for an alternate ‘sunset’ date to be set by Committee members; learned
of rules and roles of the Primary and Alternate Committee members; framed
an overview of Committee members Rulemaking expectations; received
an outline on travel and how it was to be completed and reimbursed and
Rulemaking protocols were drafted.
Two Rulemaking Committee Co-chairs were approved with Head
Councilman Joe Garcia of the Southwest Region and Principal Chief Kay
Rhoads, alternate to the Southern Plains Region, to serve. Two work groups
were formed from the Rulemaking Committee. The two workgroups are
Administration and Operations with Jody Clark, DOT Director of the
Seneca Nation of Indians, to serve as the Administration Chair and Denise
Michaels, Director of Transportation, Kawerak of Nome, Alaska to be
Operations Workgroup Chair.
The Negotiated Rulemaking Committee set dates for the next four
sessions with the locations yet to be determined. The travel costs for those
of us who have been appointed as Committee members will be reimbursed.
In Conclusion
I have 9 months left in Office and I find each day eventful and full of
possibilities. My door is always open (unless I am in a meeting or at a
meeting) and I welcome your visits.
Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the
Future (BFF) - united and together!
Thank you for your support.

Did You Know.....

Did You Know……

Anyname
name changes
changes that
Any
thatmay
mayoccur
occur

marriage, divorce,
(ie:marriage,
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need totobebeupdated
updated
through enrollment, BEFORE any new
through enrollment, BEFORE any new
registrations or renewals can be processed.
registrations or renewals can be processed.

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Elders Council
FROM THE AST ELDERS COUNCIL:

Congratulations Abbe!!!!

Please help the Elders stuff Christmas baskets by bringing donations to the October General Council
meeting. We will be making 30 baskets and will need toiletry items such as shampoo, conditioner, hair

brushes, and combs. An application to apply
for a basket will be published in the October and November
newsletters. Thank you for any donation for it will be greatly appreciated.

Family of Faith Christian School
8th Grade Girls Basketball Team
Tax
Collections
OCSSA 2A STATE CHAMPIONS!
FY-2016
FY-2016
YTD TAX COLLECTIONS
(thru 7/31/2016)

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS
(Thru 7/31/16)

TAX
CATEGORY

JANUARY FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

Sales (6%)
$6,629.54 $5,925.93 $6,695.50 $1,102.06 $11,858.67 $3,055.61
$5,189.41
Gaming % of free cash $100,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $150,000.00 $100,000.00 $150,000.00
Employee (1%)
$20,005.91 $10,776.88 $7,398.58 $10,826.58 $14,605.02 $10,799.58 $11,170.30
Severance (8%)
$2,266.67 $1,609.65
$460.78
$919.02
$461.01 $2,698.05
$2,232.26
Motor Vehicle
$10,173.81 $16,449.81 $16,519.87 $15,797.40 $12,420.36 $12,691.64 $16,578.05
Tobacco Refund
$7,107.73 $1,052.86 $7,697.88 $17,197.56 $14,653.05 $16,595.49 $15,084.70
TOTAL TAXES
Miscellaneous

$146,183.66 $285,815.13 $238,772.61 $195,842.62 $203,998.11 $145,840.37 $200,254.72
$223.45

$145.00

$300.00

$275.00

$65.00

$205.00

$120.00

TOTAL COLLECTIONS $146,407.11 $285,960.13 $239,072.61 $196,117.62 $204,063.11 $146,045.37 $200,374.72

Honoring Our Past
With Promise for
Our Future
LIFE is Beautiful
Living Meth Free
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AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
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YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES
COLLECTED
TOTAL

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$40,456.72
2.85%
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$85,582.85
6.04%
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$10,647.44
0.75%
8Th Grade
$0.00 Abbe
$0.00 Owings
$0.00 -$100,630.94
7.10%
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$79,389.27
5.60%
Basketball
Champ

AST Tribal Member Abbe Owings, An 8th grad
♥Proud
Momma,
Dos Owings
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$1,416,707.22
of Faith $0.00
Christian
On
February
13th ,2016
February
13th, 2016,
basketball team On
won
the OCSSA
Abbe

8th grade
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$0.00
$0.00Owings
$0.00and the
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$1,333.45 girls0.09%
class 2A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!!!
basketball team took state at the
$0.00
OCSSA
2A class$0.00
state
championship
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,418,040.67
100%
Congratulations Abbe!!!!

PROUD MOMMA-­‐Dos Owings

ELECTION COMMISSION
Update on Court Cases CIV 2016-57 and CIV 2016-58.
The Election Commission wants to inform the tribal
members how things are proceeding in court. The
Commission went to court on Tuesday, July 26th and
the plaintiffs requested some time to file an amended
appeal to the cases. The judge granted the requests and
the Election Commission is scheduled to appear in court
again on Tuesday, August 30th at 1:00 pm.

BUILDING BLOCKS
As the new Director of Building Blocks I would like to
take the time to introduce myself. My name is Elizabeth
Crawford I have worked in child care for 13 years, 6
have been here at Building Blocks. I worked with the
school-age children, until taking the Director position
here at the Shawnee location. I received my CDA in
Child Development in 2004 and my Associates Degree in
Early Childhood Education, in 2014. I received my Gold
Director’s Credential in February 2016. I am currently
working on my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood
Education. I am very excited for my new position here at
Building Blocks.
Building Blocks currently has 45 kids enrolled, and we
are stilling enrolling from the waiting list, and hope to
reach are capacity of enrollment within the next month.
Building Blocks will be closed September 5th for Labor
Day. Also we will celebrate the wonderful grandparent’s
with breakfasts with grandparents on September 7th @
8:00AM.
Thank you,
Elizabeth Crawford
Director

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September 2016
Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday
1

4

5

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12

13

18
National Cheeseburger
Day

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Chicken Broc & Rice
Casserole
Tossed Salad*
Mandarin Oranges

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25

26

27

Grandparents
Day

Labor Day
AST Complex
Closed

Salisbury Steak
Mashed Pot & Gravy
Mixed Veggies
Applesauce

Hamburger
LTOP
Pork n Beans
Chips/Pears

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Chef Salad
w/Turkey
Eggs, Chez
Cottage Chez/Peaches
Chicken Stir-Fry
Egg Rolls
Pineapples

Burrito
w/chili
Chips/Salsa
Mixed Fruit

Beef Fingers
Mashed Pot/Gravy
Cauliflower
Crisp

7

Chicken Salad
Sandwich
LTOP
Plums

Friday
2

Grits
Toast
Ham

Saturday
3

8
9
10
Philly Cheesesteak
Enchilada Casserole
Scrambled Eggs
Penne
Spanish Rice
Sausage Gravy
Okra
Tossed Salad*
Biscuits
September 5th LABOR Fruit
DAY, AST
Complex will be Closed, NO lunches will be served or delivered
Apricots
Cocktail

14
Grilled Chez Sandwich
Veggies Soup
Cookie

15

Roast
Carrots
Red Pot.
Cake

16

Bagel
Boiled Egg
Cream Cheese
Fruit

17

21

22
23
24
Meatloaf
Tuna Salad Sandwich
Waffles
Mashed Pot/Gravy
LTOP
Bacon
Patriot
Day (Sept 11) History
Broccoli
Chips
Fruit
Bread/Pudding
Tropical
Fruit
Patriot Day is a day the US remembers the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. This

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day is commonly
It is believed that 2,977 people died in
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attacks. President
George
W. Bush proclaimed
September
Chickenthe
Patty
Pinto
Beans
Scrambled
Eggs 11th Patriot Day in 2002.
Sandwich
w/ ham
Sausage Gravy
LTOP
Steak Fries -Onions
Biscuit
Mac Salad/September
Orange
Cornbread day was officially celebrated for the very first
11, Grandparents
time on September 9, 1979Forget-me-not is the official flower of the

NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!
CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030
EXT 6227 or 6270
OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER

Grandparents day which was adopted by the National Grandparents Day

LUNCH
SERVED
11AM TObut
1PM
Council on April
20, 1999.
It not MONDAY-THURSDAY
only reminds you the relationship
also
created the lasting memories. In short we can say that this day signifies a

BREAKFAST
FRIDAYS
spirit of love and
respect forSERVED
our elders.

9AM TO 11AM

September 18 National Cheeseburger Day
September 5th LABOR DAY, AST Complex will be Closed, NO lunches will be served or delivered

September 21, International Day of Peace seeks to promote peace among
nations and peoples. Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be
achieved by understanding - Albert Einstein

If you have any questions or concerns or suggestions please feel free to call
us at 405-275-4030 ext. 6227 - our menu is on the website astribe.com under
services and click Title VI and the menu should pop up.

Patriot Day (Sept 11) History
Patriot Day is a day the US remembers the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. This
day is commonly referred to as 9-11 (Nine-Eleven). It is believed that 2,977 people died in
the attacks. President George W. Bush proclaimed September 11th Patriot Day in 2002.

September 11, Grandparents day was officially celebrated for the very first
time on September 9, 1979Forget-me-not is the official flower of the
Grandparents day which was adopted by the National Grandparents Day
Council on April 20, 1999. It not only reminds you the relationship but also
created the lasting memories. In short we can say that this day signifies a
spirit of love and respect for our elders.
September 18 National Cheeseburger Day

September 21, International Day of Peace seeks to promote peace among

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Ramah Navajo Chapter, Oglala Sioux Tribe & Pueblo of Zuni v. Jewell
Class Counsel Question and Answer Fact Sheet

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Realty Department
Reminder:
• All trust land transactions must come through the Realty Office.
• Sales and/or any other trust land transactions must be authorized by the Realty Department and approved
by the BIA.
• Any trust land transactions not involving the Realty Department are invalid.
• Please keep addresses current with the Office of the Special Trustee for Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This
will allow proper notification to be made to landowners on new leases and other information.
• Please keep addresses current with the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty
Department to cross-reference landowner addresses with the OST.
• lease visit www.indiantrust.com whereabouts unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if
you or your relatives are on this list.
• Gift deed transactions will take time to get approved from the BIA.
• Negotiated sales must follow the proper procedures to ensure the transaction is considered for approval.
• A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process.
If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030.

PROBATE MISSION STATEMENT
The primary mission of the Division of the Probate is to compile inventories of the Indian Trust Assets and family
information, and to coordinate the timely distribution of trust assets with the Office of Hearings and Appeals, Land
Titles and Records Office and the Office of Special Trustee.
The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for
adjudication by the Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA). After OHA issues a probate order the Division works
with other trust offices, such as the Office of Special Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records
Office to distribute assets.
In order for this to happen, the family of the decedent will need to contact the Absentee Shawnee Real Estate
Division (Probate) to start the probate process.
Should you have any questions, please contact Lea Tsotaddle at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248.

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to the 2016 Farming & Grazing Sale
WelcomeWelcome
to the
2016 Farming & Grazing Sale

2.

Oral auction minimum bid increases accepted in increments of $50.00.

SEALED BIDS, submitted on Absentee Shawnee Tribe (AST) bid forms, will be received 10:00
a.m., Central Standard Time, Friday, September 30, 2016, at the AST Realty Office. Bids will be
accepted for the leasing of trust Indian land located in Cleveland and Pottawatomie County,
Oklahoma, for farming and grazing purposes. The sale will be held at the Absentee Shawnee
Tribe Realty Office, located at 2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, Oklahoma.

3.

On those tracts on which an undivided restricted interest is offered for lease, bids will be
accepted and considered for leases on the undivided restricted interest only. The prospective
lessee will be responsible for arranging payment to those owners of undivided unrestricted
interests or fee interest.

4.

A cancellation clause shall be made on the Lease agreement on all tracts receiving an offer less
than One (1) year lease period. Such clause shall read as follows: “it is hereby agreed and
understood that this lease will expire under its own terms on the last day of the annual
year following the year in which the land is advertised for sale, provided it sells as a result
of the advertisement, otherwise, this lease is to remain in full force and effect.”

5.

The leases will convey Farming and Grazing rights, ONLY, subject to the reserved rights of
lessor to grant business, oil and gas lease, right-of-way, and other legal grants as provided in
the prescribed lease forms. HUNTING, FISHING AND WOODCUTTING RIGHTS ARE
RESERVED BY THE INDIAN LANDOWNER(S) AND ARE NOT PART OF THE
LEASE.

6.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe – filing fee of new farming & grazing lease is 3% of the annual rental
and advertising fee which will be determined after the sale. Check should be made payable to
the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Attention: Finance, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK
74801.

Leases approved pursuant to this office, will be executed and granted by the Secretary of the
Department of the Interior, unless otherwise indicated. The Indian owners of the particular
allotment involved will not be signatory parties to the lease as the approving official’s signature
granting the lease pursuant to Congressional Authority will adequately convey and lease the
respective Indian owner’s interest.

7.

See also the forms ACH Vendor Information Form, Waiver Request (if applicable), and
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit. These forms must be completed and turned in to the
Realty Office.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish a satisfactory surety bond in a sum not less
than one year’s rental and other provided charges as determined by the Realty Department.

8.

The staff of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Realty Department appreciates your business and if
you have any questions, please feel free to call us.

The successful bidder may be required to provide insurance in an amount adequate to protect
any improvement on the leased premises.

9.

The Additional Lease Requirements, Revised 1976 (SMC Stipulations Sheet) will be executed
and made a part of the lease. Interested bidders are encouraged to confer with Land Operations
personnel relative to the land/use or conservation programs.

10.

Prior to the approval of any lease contract a non-refundable filing fee based on the amount of
annual rental will be required on each lease. The fee will be 3% of the annual rental payable,
including any percentage based rent that can be easily estimated. The minimum filing fee is
$10.00 and not more than $500.00

(Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs)

11.

Bids must be submitted on the Lease Bid Sheet which is attached and can be copied.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
2025 SOUTH GORDON COOPER DRIVE
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA 74801-9381

12.

No deposit is required with the bid.

13.

The lease must be drawn on the Approved Departmental form, a sample copy of which may be
inspected upon request. The successful bidder shall complete and return the lease and all
supportive papers within 15 days from receipt of the lease forms and Notice of Approval of
Bid, together with the filing fee (made payable to the Absentee Shawnee Tribe).
Rentals are due and payable to the Bureau of Indian Affairs (by money order, cashiers check
or certified check only) to the lockbox on or before January 1, of each year unless an approved
lease modification provides for a change in the schedule of payment. All payments mailed to
the lockbox must include the payment invoice. Contact the Realty Office for any payment
invoice not received by December 1 of each year of the lease terms.

See the page titled Invitation to Bid for details of the sale. Six (6) tracts located in
Pottawatomie County and six (6) tracts located in Cleveland County will be available for lease.
You may submit a sealed bid by printing out the page titled Bid on Surface Lease sheet and
email, fax, or mail on or before 10:00 p.m. September 30, 2016. Please list the item number on
the bid form of the tract you are placing a bid on.
It is your responsibility to be aware of the fees associated with the sale. If you are interested in
submitting a bid, you will need to prepare two separate checks for the following entities:
Bureau of Indian Affairs – make check payable to the Bureau of Indian Affairs and mail the first
year’s rental fee and cash bond fee (if applicable). The cash bond is equal to the first year’s
rental. DO NOT PAY THE FIRST YEAR’S RENTAL FEE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE NOTIFICATION FROM
THIS OFFICE.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Attn: Realty Department
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
405.275.4030
405.878.4700 fax

NOTICE OF FARMING AND GRAZING LEASE SALE
TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

INVITATION TO BID

An advertised lease sale of Farming and Grazing leases on trust or restricted Indian Land to be
conducted under provisions of Title 25, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 162 – Leasing and
Permitting.
SEALED BIDS, for Farming and Grazing Leases on the following described tracts of land will be
received in the office of the Realty Department until 10:00 AM September 30, 2016. All bids
received up to the hour of the sale will be opened at the time of the sale and leases awarded to qualified
bidders offering the highest annual consideration, if such bids are deemed adequate and are acceptable.
On a tract receiving only one bid, the bidder will be given one opportunity to improve the bid.
All bids must be enclosed in separate envelopes and plainly marked, “SEALED BID ON FARMING
AND GRAZING LEASE SALE, TO BE OPENED AT 10:00 AM September 30, 2016”. Mail all
sealed bids to:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Attention: Realty Department
2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801-9381
All bids are subject to acceptance and approval of the contract by the Realty Director. The right is
reserved to reject any and all bids and to disapprove and reject prior to approval, any lease made on an
accepted bid. Past compliance issues and/or history of delinquent payments by bidders will be
considered in award of the bid.
IMPORTANT TERMS
1.

The lease will run for a period of five (5) years from January 1, unless otherwise specified and
determined by the Realty Department. ALL LANDS ARE BEING OFFERED FOR THE
HIGHEST ANNUAL CONSIDERATION, MINOR IMPROVEMENT PROPOSALS
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED A PART OF THE BID. THE ONLY IMPROVEMENTS
WHICH CAN BE CONSIDERED ARE NEW BOUNDARY LINE FENCES,
CONSTRUCTED WITH ALL NEW MATERIALS, AND MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS
RECOGNIZED AS NEEDED BY THE LAND OPERATIONS PERSONNEL.

14.

15.

In the event of a tie between bidders the Realty Staff will take into consideration the itemized
major improvements prior to awarding the lease. In the event of no itemized major
improvements by both bidders the Director reserves the right to enter into oral auction between
tied parties or request tied parties to re-submit sealed bids at the time of the sale. Bidders will
have a time frame of two (2) weeks to notify this office to increase their bid.

NOTE: Farming and Grazing leases are accepted and approved for specific purposes. Without
prior consent of the property owner and approval by the Regional Director, Bureau of Indian
Affairs, Southern Plains Regional Office, TIMBER CUTTING, HUNTING & FISHING,
DUMPING OF TRASH, SUBLEASING, ETC., IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Leases taken
under this advertisement will expire under its own terms on the last day of the annual year
following the year in which the lands is advertised for sale provided it sells as a result of the
advertisement.
ANY ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE THE DAY OF THE SALE WILL SUPERSEDE ANY
INFORMATON CONTAINED IN THIS ADVERTISEMENT.
Further information concerning this advertisement may be obtained by calling or writing to the:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, Attn: Realty Department, 2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive,
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801-9318, telephone number: (405) 275-4030.

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BID ON SURFACE LEASE

ADDENDUM

I, hereby submit my bid in the amount of $
per year for
years on the
following described land. (Bids may be made for as many as five (5) years unless otherwise specified
in the advertisement. Be sure to state number of years and amount to be paid.)
TRACT NO.

I would like to remain on the mailing list, my current address is:

NAME OF ALLOTTEE

NAME:

TRIBE AND ALLOTMENT

ADDRESS:

DESCRIPTION OF LAND: copy from advertisement

I am not interested in receiving further advertisements and would like to be removed from
the mailing list.

ITEMIZED MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS YOU CONSIDER AS PART OF YOUR BID, IF ANY

NOTE: IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE ADDENDUM OF THIS FORM, REGARDLESS
OF BIDDING OR NOT, YOU WILL BE DELETED FROM OUR MAILING LIST.

NAME OF BIDDER:
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:

(THIS SECTION TO BE COMPLETED BY THE ABENTEE SHAWNEE REALTY DIRECTOR)

THE BID FOR FARMING AND GRAZING LEASE ON THE LAND DESCRIBED ABOVE IS:
APPROVED:

DISAPPROVED:

DATE:

REALTY DIRECTOR

Absentee Shawnee Allotments
Absentee
Shawnee Allotments
Leasefor
for 2016
Lease
2016
Tract
No. Allotment #

Allt. Name

Sec./Twnshp
& Range

ACRES
Gross
Net

County

Legal Description

Restricted/Trust Interest
Numerator / Denominator

1 820 31

Anna Barone

30-T09N-R04E

78.15

36.47

Pottawatomie

Lot 1(NWNW)=38.15 acres & NE/4 NW/4,

315

/

675

2 820 45

Mrs. Charles Lewis

26-T11N-R04E

40.00

40.00

Pottawatomie

SE SE

648

/

648

3 820 S156

Cinda Emma Spybuck

14-T10N-R03E

26.25

26.25

Pottawatomie

N SE SW SW, N SW SW, Lot 99 SE SE SW SW

882

/

882

1.24 acres in SESESWSW described as: Beg at a pt 122.04' S89 degrees 26' 10"W & 576.36' N of SW/C of ESWSESWSW, TH N15degrees 11' 21" W272.25'; TH E200'; TH S15 degrees 11'21" E272.25'; TH W200' to POB

4 820 178-B

William Cherokee

22-T11N-R02E

25.00

25.00

Pottawatomie

S SE SE & E SE SW SE,

720

/

720

5 820 285

Way-lah-pea-se

07-T09N-R05E

77.50

77.50

Pottawatomie

NW SW & N SW SW & SE SW SW &

27000

/

27000

E SW SW SW & E W SW SW SW
6 820 322

Lilly Foreman

30-T09N-R04E

40.00

24.29

Pottawatomie

NE SW

27540

/

45360

7 820 381

Joe French

35-T09N-R01E

160.00

152.92

Cleveland

SW/4

110980800

/

116121600

8 820 418

Billy White

28-T09N-R01E

143.93

119.40

Cleveland

N SE, Lot 99 S SE

223

/

116121600

9 820 479

Ho-la-yea-se-ka

01-T09N-R01E

40.00

47.21

Cleveland

Lot 3 (NENW) of NW/4

137062800

/

116121600

10 820 509

Jeanne Go-do-pea-se

17-T09N-R01E

80.00

80.00

Cleveland

N NE

272160

/

116121600

11 820 510

John Mack

24-T09N-R01E

320.00

292.22

Cleveland

NE SE

263

/

116121600

12 820 518

Titus McCoy

01-T09N-R01W

67.72

67.72

Cleveland

SE NE SE, W NE SE, Lot 3 NW SE

7560

/

116121600

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AST HeAlTH SySTem - SepTember 2016
The fall is right around the corner and summer is coming to an end soon.
We’ll be getting ready for the Zombie Run 5K in October, and continue to
expand the exciting MyDNA program as well as opening our new afterhours clinic in Shawnee and our new expanded Optometry Clinic in
LittleAxe – all to serve you better! The Zika virus continues to be a concern
for everyone, and the AST Health’s website and social media maintains the
most update information for you and your family’s protection.
We continue to monitor elder care and high risk fall patients as well
as homebound tribal members are always a concern to the Tribe and
Health System. The health system remains a full partner with the Tribe in
caring for and coordinating care for any tribal member that is homebound
and has needs that we can help with or service within our scope and
authority to do so as a health and wellness system. If you know of any
tribal member who is homebound and needs assistance medically, please
contact administration at (405) 701-7621 so we can assist as best possible
with resources or coordinate assistance for these members in need.
We continue to add new specialists to the staff to make it both more
convenient to access specialty care on-site as well as save contract health
funds in doing so, allowing tests to be accomplished on-site and integration

of the patient’s health record into the health system’s database for the
primary care providers to better manage care of the patients. We are
especially excited to welcome our new Chiropractor, Dr. Gregory Reading,
who is also an AST Tribal member – welcome aboard Dr. Reading! Thank
you all for making all of our new staff feel welcome and for using our
services!
The health system’s most valuable resource - our people – continues
to display excellence for our tribal health system! I’m extremely proud of
our outstanding star performers again this month, and thank them all for
their contributions to our patients, their fellow employees, and the tribe!
Employee of the month in August for health was Ms. Wynona Coon, for
her incredible performance on the no-notice GSA Vehicle Fleet Inspection;
Team of the Month: Human Resources; and the Special Leadership Award:
Ms. Lydia Longhorn, Shawnee Physical Therapy, for going above and
beyond in patient care and staff support. The health employees continue
to accomplish outstanding feats for our patients and for each other, taking
care of our internal and external customers/patients. Thank you all for
making an important difference in the lives and health of all of our health
system’s patients!

Additional health related information:
• PlusCare Clinic has the ability to treat non-life threatening illnesses and
injuries on a walk-in basis (no appointment needed). This service is extended
to existing AST tribal members and other IHS eligible Native Americans
who are the ages of 2 years and up. If you are a new (AI/AN) patient to our
health system and are in need of our PlusCare services, please bring with
you, your CDIB card, a second form of identification and health insurance
card(s), if available. The location is 15702 East State Highway 9, Norman,
OK (former Little Axe Clinic-near Thunderbird Casino/Norman). The
phone number is (405) 447-0477. Hours of operation are M-F 9 AM to 9
PM M-F 9 AM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM and holidays
are 9 AM to 5 PM (excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas).
• Emergency Dental Clinic is available every Monday from 8 AM to 11:30
AM at the Little Axe Health Center. Patients will be evaluated on a first
come, first serve basis and type of emergency care needed. Patients who
have suffered trauma or present infection will be considered before other
as well as established patients being considered before new patients. For
more information, please call (405) 447-0300.
• AST/Serviced Health System Native American Veterans: If you are
currently receiving services with the area VA Medical Center, please
contact us today to set up an appointment to have your services established
with the AST Health System at either the Shawnee Clinic (405) 878-5850
or Little Axe Health Center (405) 447-0300.
• If you need CPR training, please contact the AST Health System’s Public
Health Office at (405) 447-0300 for scheduling and training opportunities.
• Contract Health Services (CHS) interactive phone menu helps patients
access the most appropriate service provider by calling (405) 701-7951 at
the Little Axe Health Center. This feature will speed up access to the patients
seeking services and follow-up to their care. We also have Contract Health
representatives available at our Shawnee location. Tribal members are able
to call Ms. Flo Mann, LPN or Ms. Laurie Webber, LPN at (405) 878-5850.
• Customer Service line is (405) 701-7623. Please direct all complaints or
compliments to this line for appropriate attention and/or response. Please
be assured that this is the best way to have each situation addressed, with
consistent updates from our Health Staff. After the investigations of all

issues are complete, our Health Director or a Clinic Administrator will
personally contact you with updates, decisions, or question pertaining to
your case.
• The AST Anti-Bullying Prevention “HOTLINE” is (405) 701-7987 during
work hours 8-5, M-F, and for added confidentiality or after hours you may
contact Mrs. Dara Thorpe at either (405) 701-7992 or via cell (405) 4810815 to start intervention assistance for tribal youth. If it is an emergency
or someone is at risk of harming themselves or others, please contact 911.
• The Affordable Care Act Decision Tool continues to be a valuable tool
with helping you decide what you need to do for compliance with the act.
Please see the ACA tab at the ASTHA Health Program’s Website: http://
www.asthealth.org/aca (Please visit our site today to find out what you
need to do to protect yourself and your family)!
• Emergency After hour Pharmacy Access: If you experience an emergent
issue after hours and receive a prescription that needs to be filled that same
evening, AST Health has provided access for Tribal members only at three
(3) approved Wal-green locations in Shawnee and Norman. You will need
to submit your prescription and it is mandatory to identify yourself with
your AST CDIB card and other appropriate ID. Then they shall fill your
prescription. You will have a 5-day limited fill on your prescription. Upon
the first work/business day, you can have the remaining balance of your
prescription(s) transferred to your AST pharmacy in either Shawnee or
Little Axe, and they will fill your remaining balance. The three (3) AST
Health approved Walgreen service locations are: 1427 North Harrison
Street or at 600 Shawnee Mall Drive, Shawnee, Oklahoma or 615 West
Main Street, Norman, Oklahoma.
The Little Axe Health Center Drive-Thru Pharmacy is also available
for emergency fills, for tribal members only, from: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday and holidays
from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• Social Media: You can follow the AST Health System on Facebook and
receive the most current messages and announcements regarding your
tribal health care.

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Dear AST Community Members:
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System (ASTHS) has begun conducting its annual health
community survey. This year, the goal is to learn about the public health needs of our AST
community and to strategically define programs to better serve you. Survey participants may
choose to complete a survey either by paper version or by electronic version. Survey
participants must be 18 years of age to complete and one survey per person, please.
TO COMPLETE A PAPER VERSION OF THE SURVEY
Paper versions of the AST Health survey are available at the following locations:
1. Shawnee Clinic Administration (Receptionist Desk & Patient Benefit Advocates)
2. Little Axe Health Center Administration (Receptionist Desk & Patient Benefit Advocates)
3. Title 6-Shawnee
4. Title 6-Resource Center (Little Axe)
5. AST Optometry (new location)
6. PlusCare Clinic (Patient Registration)

Save the Date!
Tecumseh Middle School

TO COMPLETE AN ELECTRONIC VERSION OF THE HEALTH SURVEY

September 8th (time will be announced)

To complete the electronic version:
1. You are able to call The AST Health Project Manager, Aly Miller, at (405)878-4702 or
email her at amiller@astribe.com and she will forward to you the survey link (you must
have an active email address); or
2. Follow the link to Survey Monkey provided to you through the Demand Force patient
newsletter email system.

Stand for the Silent Anti-Bullying Presentation
Please Contact Jenifer Sloan, Prevention

Please be aware, once a community member/patient accesses Survey Monkey through the
supplied link, all answers are anonymous and this format allows for only one submission per IP
address.

Specialist @ 701-7987

If you should have any questions please feel free to contact Aly Miller at the information
provided above. In advance, thank you for your time and as always, we strive to better our
service to you.

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UPDATE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
HISTORY OF CDFI’S FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY
This type of program funding was to start Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (the Fund) is to expand the capacity of financial
institutions to provide credit, capital, and financial services to underserved populations and communities in the United States.
This was to be accomplished by providing funding in the form of financial assistance and technical assistance for the development of a Community
Development Financial Institutions. This was to be done to serve Native American tribes and organizations nationwide by providing funding for the
ongoing process of the new emerging CDFI to begin to develop and create the documents for infrastructure and foundation. This was to be a program
that would be sponsored by the Tribe while this development process takes place with selecting a guiding Board hire a director and start development.
This was needed to have a sound Tribal created Non-Profit Corporation with the capacity to launch Credit Builder and Business Loan Products with
accompanying culturally appropriate financial education and business development services.
This was developed under the former Treasurer-Kathy Deere the first application was submitted in Dec. 2012 and received first Fund Award Sept.
2013. Notices sent out a need for Board Members and they were selected from the applications submitted. From there advertised and hired first director
and began developing all infrastructure and foundation documents. Our CDFI became incorporated on August 8, 2013, while we continued to meet to
create Loan Policy and Procedures, Employee Loan Policy & Procedures. We continued to network finding other technical assistance from OWEESTA,
Opportunity Finance Network, and participating in ongoing Board and staff training. While providing progress reports to our funding agency the U.S.
Department of Treasury to maintain our funding.
In November 2015 our director quit this left the Board in a bit of a quandary; we met and decided to proceed on after a talking to our Compliance
Officer and Director from the U.S. Department of Treasury. We came up with a plan as a Board and as Chair I did a Budget Modification Request moved
all salary and benefits funds into Professional Services. CDFI did not have enough funds left to hire a new director so alternative plan was to hire a
Grant Writer to meet our next two critical application dates of March 18, 2016 for our SF-424 through Grants.gov. The next critical date was April 18,
2016 which was to be for our future funding of Technical Assistance. Then throw in this development that U.S. Department of Treasury decided to go
computerized with an automated input system which required training and competency to insure all your correct information gets accepted.
We hired a known past Grant Writer, Rick Short who was familiar with numerous tribal programs and was really interested in seeing this type of
funding coming into the tribe. We were fortunate to find someone truly interested as we had one grant writer prior to him, his company lasted one month
and withdrew. But, with Mr. Rick Short’s assistance we were able to meet both deadlines with the assistance of the Grants and Finance Department
providing essential information.
Our CDFI was also able to have a completed 1023 Application to IRS for 501-(3) © finished for our program which was in the process of being worked
on when the director left. But, as a Board we followed up on that project until we received the finished product and made copies. Once Mr. Rick Short
went over and checked the 1023 Application for completeness to IRS for our 501-(3)© Classification. It was submitted to IRS for consideration for our
501-(3)© Classification and as listed Contact Person, I have talked to an IRS Representative a couple of times. I have answered any additional questions
that he had and reassuring him and providing “Declarations of Statement of Knowledge of Type of Organization” we are trying to start up.
The end goal is for this emerging CDFI will get the much needed added Technical and Financial Assistance Funding from the U.S. Department of
Treasury to insure the ongoing development. With the end result of becoming an independent Corporation with a dedicated, business oriented board
members and voluntary to ensure progress. The end goal is to become certified by the U.S. Department of Treasury meaning we have met all their
qualifications requirements which will give our program a chance to branch out into other approved activities. With the new funding we will diligently
advertise and look for a more reliable director with more of a financial background to accomplish all future projects. First off, I prepared this update for
some and random questions that have been asked about what happened to this program. After, the director left the Board Members remained on Board
and continued to meet when we needed to set a direction or make a decision and there is no Per Diem pay for any of the Board Members. All funds were
conserved to be utilized for the higher priority need of hiring a knowledgeable and reliable Grant Writer; to be sure and make our two critical funding
dates for 2016 of March 18 and April 18, 2016 to be eligible to be considered for any future funding from the U.S. Department of Treasury. That was how
the CDFI Program was funded by and sponsored by the Tribe by providing an office area for In-Kind Contribution. This program will also become able
to apply for another type of funding from the Department of Treasury called Native American CDFI-Assistance funds (NACA).
I hope this has helped with any remaining questions and at this time we await a Notification of Funding Award Amount and the IRS Decision on our
1023-Application for 501-(3) © Non-Profit Status. As Board Members we often had to plan, meet, and conduct other program activities on our own time.
This was to try and insure the survival of this program.
Any additional questions please feel free to contact me and I shall try to provide you answers to your individual questions.
I also, want to extend a thank you to all past Elected Officials who supported this type of program being started, the Finance Department for
information on our financial statuses, reports being submitted and the Grants Department. Also, a big Thank you to all Board Members; Gina Gray,
NAFA; Tresha Spoon, Education Director; Victoria Armstrong, TATANKA Advertising Corporation; and Mr. Rick Short
By Twila Parker, Board Member since 2013

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Of nearly 10,700 children in state custody in Oklahoma, 3600 are Native
American. Many are placed in non-ICWA compliant homes. Oklahoma Tribes are
in need of tribal foster and adoptive homes for placement of tribal and state
custody children. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe and SANACPT will be
participating with the Osage Nation and various other tribes in a tribal
recruitment fair on October 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This will be a
wonderful opportunity to spend the day with your children and learn about
tribal foster care. There will be a free lunch provided (talk is that it is going to
consist of grape dumplings, corn soup, and Indian Tacos), guest speakers, foster
care panel, children’s activities, and tribal booths will be set up with foster care
information. Door prizes will be given through-out the day. So set this date
aside for a day of family fun! Future email will be sent out with the address of
Recruitment fair.

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addicted.
addicted.

MyDNA asks youth to review the statistics of drug abuse and addiction. The

deadly statistics is why MyDNA choses to make an impact on our Native American

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youth and other teens.

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We are looking forward to the growth of our organization. Our ancestors fought for
us, so we will fight for our future.

BRING US YOUR USED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT!!!
The AST Health System is accepting used durable medical equipment items for re-use.
We can shine up that old walker, wheelchair, cane, or CPAP breathing machine and make it serviceable
again.
Drop off your un-used item(s) at Little Axe or Shawnee Physical Therapy departments.
For more information call (405) 701-7985 (Little Axe) or (405) 878-5850 (Shawnee).

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AST Housing Authority

NEW TRANSTIONAL HOUSING
The housing authority staff hosted an open house on Thursday, July 21st at the newly built triplex located on Philadelphia
Street in Shawnee, OK.
The program offers temporary housing placement for families needing urgent housing assistance. The homes are 2
bedroom 2 bath with a single car garage. Also a storm shelter is provided in the garage and one handicap accessible
unit has a safe room built in the bathroom.
Applications are currently being accepted. If anyone is interested in applying please contact our office at (405) 2731050.

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T A L K I N G L E AV E S J O B C O R P S
A NATIVE EMPHASIS CENTER

Career Training at No Cost To Qualified Applicants!

If you are...
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Tours Every Thursday at 9:45 a.m.

(Except for Major Holidays)

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5700 Bald Hill Rd
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74465

May 2, 2015 - August 18, 2016

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a shy one. She would walk up to anyone. She enjoyed
outdoors, she was adventurous. She was determined to
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into a room she brightened it up. She had that smile that
everyone enjoyed. And we want to thank the EC for all
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4

LET’S WELCOME

Iowa Tribe
of Oklahoma Vocational
BRAD
GAYLORD
AS CHIEF OF POLICE/DIRECTOR OF
Rehabilitation
PUBLIC
SAFETY Program
“ S e e t h e Pe r s o n N o t t h e D i s a b i l i t y ”

After weeks of advertising, screening and interviewing
by two sets
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Gaylord
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SEPTEMBER 2016 BIRTHDAYS
Alaee, Sheila Sepideh
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

KRISTIN
NIKOLE KASECA
You will always be our
Golden Child.
Love you so much!
Mom, Vincent, Cody,
Caitlin, Jacob, and
Nanny and Papa Hawkins
REGISTRATION FORM

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OPTOMETRY EXPANDS AND MOVES
TO NEW LOCATION
Norman, Oklahoma (August 10, 2016) – The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System
is excited to announce a new, convenient location for Optometry.

Effective August 22,

2016, the ASTH’s Optometry Department will be located at the PlusCare Clinic
(building), 15702 East State Highway 9, Norman, OK, across from the Little Axe Health
Center.

However, patients will still have the ability to call the same phone number

(405) 447-0300 to schedule appointments.
To celebrate this new expansion, Health Administration would like to invite you to
the Grand Opening ceremony to be held on Tuesday, Sept. 20th at 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
at the new location. There will be an opportunity to tour the modernized facility and have
some light refreshments.
This exciting move is all in effort to better serve patients and provide the best eye
care experience our patients expect. Our commitment to you and the community has
never been stronger; and this move allows for more space, additional exam rooms and a
larger optical area with a great selection.
The hours of operation will continue to be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday
through Friday and ages served are from 5 years of age to adult. Optometry provides
care for American Indian/Alaska Native patients and non-Native employees.
Our dedicated team is ready to serve you, so if you have questions about our
new office, our services or how we may be able to help you, give us a call today!

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Let us help...
With your cooling bill this summer
If you live in Pottawatomie or Cleveland counties
and have a C.D.I.B. card you may qualify for the
L.I.H.E.A.P Program
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
(405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225

Come and apply
Starting in May thru September
2016
The L.I.H.E.P Program will pay for

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE
• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE
• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD
• NOTARIZED TITLE
• NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or
PURCHASE AGREEMENT
• LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments)
• LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien)

All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements and criteria which is
approved by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Department of Social Services
(405) 275-4030, Ext. 6225
Annette Wilson, Social Services

*TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR
ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS*
The following are current programs administered by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Education Department:

Note: You may be asked to provide supporting
documentation for verification purposes.

These are brief descriptions of current programs. Program guidelines are available in
hard copy at the Education Department office or for download at www.astribe.com.
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portion of funds can be used for school-related athletic program expenses.
Program has a maximum funding limit for the academic year.
Zahn Program: established from a trust fund, program can help with some
graduation expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients
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Job Training Adult Education Program: funds for vocational training at
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full-time or part-time status.
Graduate Scholarship Program: funds for one master’s degree or one doctoral
degree, and can fund one graduate admissions test. This program has funding
levels based upon full-time and part-time status.

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE
• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE
• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD
• PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION

Big Jim Youth Award Program: annual incentive for High School
Seniors for Academic Achievement and Athlete of the Year. Deadline for
application submission is March 31st of each year.

*ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE
VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE
THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS
FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER*

All funding is based upon the availability of funds at the time of application.

Attention:
Applications for fall 2016 must be received or postmarked by June 15, 2016.
All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on
Services and select Education.
For more information, please call Tresha Spoon at (405) 275- 4030, Ext. 6242 or 1800-256-3341 or email to tresham@astribe.com.

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1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801

FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES:

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or email to tresham@astribe.com.
800-256-3341 or
email to tresham@astribe.com.

WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM

POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND

NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM (ALL ACCEPTED)

ATTENTION PARENTS!!!

ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy
The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide
emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and
throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by
offering educational information and referrals.
Transitional Housing
The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual
Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a
new life.

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FOR CHILDREN, AGES BIRTH TO 3 FOR OUR EHS
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within
Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for
the victim and children may also be available.
Housing and Utility Assistance
Assists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in
emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility
assistance.
Referral Assistance
Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services
outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program.
Community Outreach
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informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal
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Amy Porter
(405) 447-0381
111 W Vine, Cushing 74023
516 Iowa St.,
Norman 73069

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LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK.

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1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801

WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM

FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES:

For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee
Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.

POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND

NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM (ALL ACCEPTED)

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ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

CLASSES

Cardio Kickboxing
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center

Circuit Training
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center

Zumba Fitness
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center

Circuit Training
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center

Cardio Kickboxing
6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe Resource Center

Cardio Kickboxing
12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
Chrissy Wiens
LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY
Full Body Strength
2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m.
Buster Bread
LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY
Circuit Training
5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe Resource Center

“Cardio Kickboxing”- Aerobic training using kickboxing techniques to engage and strengthen the cardiovascular system.

Circuit Training
5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe Resource Center

“Zumba Fitness”- Fitness, fun, and dance. Learn Zumba dance
moves to get your heart rate pumping!

Circuit Training
5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe Resource Center

“Full Body Strength”- Traditional strength training to improve muscular
strength and fitness.

“Chair Exercise for Elders”- Low-impact strength training utilizing a
chair for elders and beginner fitness levels.

Interconnected Living & Wellness - what does this mean to you?
Interconnected living & wellness care is what our AST Health System strives to offer our patients by providing various services in one location. We
recognize that good health is inter-related by multiple facets of daily life – physical, emotional, spiritual, occupational, social and environmental
elements. These 7 categories are known as the seven dimensions of wellness and just like the domino effect all interact and affect each other in
some way or another. That’s why your AST Health System stands unique in that it provides one convenient location to address all these important
factors of your life!
Your wellness holds the utmost importance to us and in acknowledging, “the whole person, not the parts” we as your health providers are able to
care for you as a caring and collaborating team. So moving forward, we here at the Health System and at the Diabetes & Wellness Program wish
you good health & wellness in all elements of your life and stand to serve you as a whole.
Be Well.
For more information on the Diabetes & Wellness Program &/or to schedule an appointment please contact us at 701-7977. We are here for
you!
For further reading on this subject and management tips on the 7 dimensions of wellness please reference the following:
7 Dimensions of Wellness: A holistic approach to health
By: Amy Green Published: 6/1/2016
http://www.alive.com/health/seven-dimensions-of-wellness/

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THANK YOU NOTE
The family of Edward “Ed” Elephant, Jr. gives their thanks
to all that provided flowers, food, monetary gifts, cards, and
condolences. Special thanks to Social Services for their assistance
in processing the food voucher and maintenance dept. for their
efforts in the grave site preparation, furnishing and setting up
the chairs and canopies as well as ensuring we had timely access
to Horse Shoe Bend community building.

LAND BUY BACK PROGRAM
The Department of Interior recently advised they are expanding
their schedule for implementing the Land Buy Back Program and
adding 63 additional locations for the period of 2018 through
2021. This program began making offers in 2013. It has paid over
$740 million to individual landowners and restored the equivalent
of nearly 1.5 million acres to tribal governments. This expansion
brings the number of locations being planned for the program to 105.
This total includes 96 percent of all landowners with fractionated
interests and more than 98 percent of both purchasable fractional
interests and equivalent acres in Program eligible areas. There
are currently about 245,000 landowners holding approximately 3
million fractional interests across Indian Country.
The intent of the Buy Back program is to partner with tribal
governments to stimulate new opportunities so that tribes can
operate more efficiently, enter into community discussions and
create plans that ensure lands stay in trust. The Program implements
the land consolidation component of the Cobell settlement which
provided $1.9 billion to purchase fractional interests in trust or
restricted land from willing sellers at fair market value within a ten
year window. If a fractional land interest owner decides to sell their
fraction you will receive a payment directly into your individual
Indian Money (IM) account. The lands purchased through this
process are immediately restored to tribal trust ownership to
benefit the community and tribal members. In the upcoming
months a Program representative will be communicating with our
tribe on the process and its implementation.
Our tribe is on the new expanded Program list and members
with eligible fractional interests are encouraged to call the
Trust Beneficiary Call Center (Call Center) at 888-678-6836
and indicate whether you are a willing seller and/or to update
contact information. By registering as a willing seller it does
NOT commit you to selling your land, nor will it guarantee an
offer will be extended; it merely identifies your interest and assist
in advancing planning. Individual landowners can contact the
Call Center, Office of the Special Trustee or BIA office to learn
more about your land and options available to you. You can also
visit the Program site at: https://www.doi.gov/buybackprogram/
programimplementation-schedule.

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HEALTH BOARD
There will be (2) two positions up for renew or new appointment on Health Board, if you wish to be
considered for these openings, please submit contact information, attach a cover letter and resume to AST
Secretary-2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, Ok 74801. You may submit all documents by e-mail to
secretary@astribe.com
Name:___________________________________________ CDIB#:_______________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________

City:_____________________________________________ State/Zip______________________________________
Phone:__________________________________________ Alt Phone:_____________________________________
Email:__________________________________________ Date:___________________________________________

Sec. 4 Qualifications:

At Least (2) two Directors must be AST Tribal members (18 years or older) with Health care experience. All
others Directors must have sufficient professional experience in various fields (e.g. business, accounting, public
service, law, administration, etc.) to contribute productively to the operation of the Board. All appointees are
subject to a background check. No employee or staff member of the Absentee Shawnee tribal health care
system may simultaneously serve on the Board.

OILS

2016 Employee BLS HCP
CPR

Our next generation
is depending on you.

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services will be at the Tribal Court House,
Bldg. #3 each month on the 2nd Thursday from 9am-12pm.
Date

Time

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services (OILS) is a nonprofit organization
that provides free legal services to low income Native Americans
in Oklahoma. To be eligible for services you must fall within OILS
income guidelines.

Location

January 19, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
February 2, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
March 8, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
April 12, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
May 10, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
June 14, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
July 12, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
August 9, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
September 13, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
October 11, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
November 8, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
December 6, 2016
09:00am to 12:00pm
Conference Room B
Please call Kathy at 7997 or email me at kheldenbrand@astribe.com or
Call Gloria at 7600 or email her at gseeley@astribe.com or
Call Deidre at 7190 or email her at dyarbrough@astribe.com

Contact information:
MAKE TIME. SAVE THE DATE.

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services (OILS)
Our legacy depends not only on those who have come before us. But
“Health Awareness for All Generations:
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Oklahoma City, celebrate
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good that comes from taking care of our youth. With
1 p.m.-4 p.m. • Friday, July 15, 2016
Little Axe Health Center
Telephone:
(405)tainment
943-6457
and exhibits, raffle drawings and more. Join us on July 15!

health screenings and information, a cultural dance demo, kids’ enter-

15951 Little Axe Drive • Norman, Oklahoma

more information, contact Public Health at 405.447.0300.
Telephone: (800)For658-1497

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Facsimile: (405) 917-7060
HEALTH SYSTEM
SHAWNEE CLINIC

September 2016
U.S. Department of Justice
The Tribal Justice Strategic Planning Committee is initiating the submission of the Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) Survey in this
month’s issue. This survey will help programs under the tribes Justice Services to implement a strategic plan. This is not only for those specific programs
but for the tribal community itself. We are asking you, as tribal members, for your input on what you see as needs within your respective communities.
The CTAS Grant award was given to assist the tribe to get a better picture of what is needed within the Tribal Justice System and get community input
to enhance the programs under TJS. The grant supports the process of data collection on determined needs within the community and tribal programs.
Please take some time to review the survey and think about your community concerns, strengths and weaknesses. A mail out to all eligible tribal
members is forthcoming and your input would be greatly appreciated. Please be advised that any information obtained through this survey will be
subject to the confidentiality as is allowed for under the Privacy Act and will not be disclosed outside of the survey.
We will also have a table set up during the October General Council and you are more than welcome to complete the survey there. A completed
survey received at the Tribal Council Meeting will make you eligible to receive a raffle ticket for items donated from different programs and the TJSP
Committee.
If you have any questions regarding the survey or would like to fill one out over the phone, please feel free to contact Gea Aitkens, CTAS Project
Coordinator, at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6263.

Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation
CTAS PA #2 Survey

Now I am going to ask you some questions about issues facing tribal members. After
each issue, tell me whether you think it is a (circle one):

We are conducting a survey to learn how the CTAS Purpose Area #2 Strategic
Planning Team can best serve the needs of tribal members. I would like to ask your
opinions about crime and other issues that we are trying to address in the
community. This survey is for research purposes only. Your participation in this
survey is voluntary and your responses will be kept anonymous and confidential. This
means that your responses to the survey cannot be directly associated to you in any
way. You may choose to end the survey at any time and you may also refuse to
respond to a question.
Would you like to participate?
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o

If yes, begin with the questions below.
If no, Thank you for your time

The Community
What is your relationship to the Absentee-Shawnee tribe (circle one)?
1 – Tribal member living within the tribal land boundary
2 – Tribal member living on another tribe’s land
3 – Tribal member living on non-tribal land
4 – Member of another Nation living within the tribal land boundary
If yes, which Nation? ___________________________
5 – Member of another Nation married to a tribal member
If yes, which Nation? ___________________________
6 – Non-Indian married to a tribal member
7 – Non-Indian living within the tribal land boundary
8 – Non-Indian living outside the tribal land boundary but employed on tribal land or
having regular business on tribal land
9 – Other____________________________________

2 – Sometimes

3
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3 – Never

Avoid certain parts of the tribal land
Stay in at night
Not travel alone
Carry a weapon
Have someone stay at your home when you’re away

1
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2
2
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3
3
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Before I ask the following question, I want to stress that all of your responses will be
kept confidential and will be used for research purposes only. I’d like to know whether
anyone you know has been a victim of any of the following crimes within the last
12 months. If participant answers “Yes” to any of these questions, ask,” did they
know the perp” and “Was the perpetrator under 18 years old?”
(Circle one in each column)
1 – Yes

If the respondent lives on tribal land: Please tell me whether you feel safe, unsafe, or
neutral in the following locations:
1 – Safe
2 – Neutral/no opinion
3 – Unsafe

Robbery
Burglary of home
Car theft
Other property theft
Identity theft
Assault
Domestic violence
Rape/sexual assault

Circle one
2
2
2
2

3 – Not a problem

Public drinking/intoxication
1
2
Alcohol abuse
1
2
Drug abuse
1
2
Drug dealing/sales
1
2
Gangs
1
2
Theft
1
2
Assault (fighting, etc.)
1
2
Domestic violence/family disputes
1
2
Rape/sexual assault
1
2
Guns
1
2
Child abuse/neglect
1
2
Juvenile delinquency
1
2
Hunting violations
1
2
Mental illness
1
2
Unemployment
1
2
Property disputes
1
2
(Including grazing permits and home site leases)

1 – Always

Community Problems/Safety

1
1
1
1

2 – Minor problem

Out of concern for your own safety, do you do any of the following (circle one)?

How many years have you lived/worked on tribal land?
If less than 1, put 0 ________________

In your home
On the roads
Other areas of tribal land
Border areas outside tribal land

1 – Big problem

3
3
3
3

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2 – No

99 – Don’t know
Did they know the Perp
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
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1
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Perp under 18
1
2
99
1
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1
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1
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1
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Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation CTAS PA #2 Survey - (Continued)
Been shot at
1
2
1
2
99
Been stabbed
1
2
1
2
99
Other violent crime
1
2
1
2
99
(Specify)____________________________________________________________
Now I would like to know whether you have been a victim of any of these crimes
within the last 12 months. If participant answers “Yes” to any of these questions,
ask, “Was the perpetrator under 18 years old?” (circle one in each column)
1 – Yes

2 – No

99 – Don’t know

Robbery
Burglary of home
Car theft
Other property theft
Identity theft
Assault
Domestic violence
Rape/sexual assault
Been shot at
Been stabbed
Other violent crime
(specify)____________________

Know the Perp
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
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1
2
1
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Perp under 18
1
2
99
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1
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1
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2
99
1
2
99
1
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1
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1
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Now I am going to ask you some questions about additional issues in the tribal
community. After each issue, tell me whether you think it is a (circle one):
1 – Big problem

2 – Minor problem

Garbage removal
Littering
Roads needing repairs
Poor road lighting
Abandoned buildings
Graffiti
Needed repairs to homes
Electricity
Plumbing
Transportation to services
Panhandlers
Shoplifting
Illegal dumping
Prostitution
Vandalism
HIV and AIDS
Homelessness
Suicide

1

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3 – Not a problem
2
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99 – Don’t know

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2 – OK

3 – Weak

99 – Don’t know

Young people in the community
1
2
3
Older people in the community
1
2
3
Religious institutions
1
2
3
Health clinics/medical centers
1
2
3
Schools
1
2
3
Afterschool programs
1
2
3
Recreational centers
1
2
3
Parks/public areas
1
2
3
Social service agencies
1
2
3
Outpatient substance abuse services
1
2
3
Inpatient substance abuse programs
1
2
3
Mental health services
1
2
3
Culturally-based supportive services
1
2
3
Other: _____________________________________________

99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99

Have you personally used or had a case processed through this community’s tribal
courts?
1 – Yes

When you used or had a case processed through a tribal court, how would you
characterize your experience? (circle one)
1 – Positive

2 – Neutral

3 – Negative

Have you ever observed or participated in a court hearing in a non-tribal court?
1 – Yes
2 – No
If the respondent answered “yes” to the previous TWO questions, [ask]: Which court
hearing did you find to be more consistent with tribal culture and values?
1 – Tribal court

2 – Non-tribal court

In your opinion, what level of priority should the (name of planning group) give to
each of the following types of cases/issues? (Circle one)

1 – Highest Priority
4 – Low Priority

2 – High Priority
5 – Lowest Priority

Public alcohol use
1
2
Drug abuse
1
2
Drug dealing/sales
1
2
Gang activity
1
2
Assault/fighting
1
2
Domestic violence
1
2
Rape/sexual assault
1
2
Harassment
1
2
Theft
1
2
Child abuse/neglect
1
2
Juvenile delinquency
1
2
Hunting violations
1
2
Littering/dumping
1
2
Property disputes
1
2
Family law
1
2
Other:
1
2
_________________________________

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

3 – Medium Priority
99 – Don’t Know
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4

5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5

99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99

In your opinion, how important are each of the following features of a tribal court
system? (circle one)

What would you identify as the strengths of the tribal community (circle one)?
1 – Strong

8 – Property disputes (e.g., grazing permits, home site leases)
9 – Peacemaking – If peacemaking, indicate whether the case was (circle one):
a – referred to peacemaking by a judge
b – a walk-in case
10 – Other: ________________________________________________

2 – No

If yes, what type of case was it? (circle all that apply)
1 – Criminal case (e.g., drugs, alcohol, assault, theft, domestic violence)
2 – Family dispute (e.g., divorce, separation, spousal support)
3 – Child case (e.g., custody, child support, neglect, abuse, delinquency)
4 – Housing case
5 – Domestic violence
6 – Hunting or other environmental regulation
7 – Other civil matter (e.g., enrollment dispute, contract, will/inheritance)
8 – Property disputes (e.g., grazing permits, home site leases)
9 – Peacemaking – If peacemaking, indicate whether the case was (circle one):
a – referred to peacemaking by a judge

1 – Very important
2 – Somewhat important
3 – Not important

99 – Don’t know

Access to representation by trained lawyers

1

2

3

99

Right to be heard by a judge

1

2

3

99

Judges who are trained lawyers

1

2

3

99

Judges who have cultural background/awareness

1

2

3

99

Formal court rules (like rules of evidence)

1

2

3

99

A “typical” courtroom that includes a judge’s bench,
areas for the plaintiff and defendant, a jury box,
a gallery for observers, etc.

1

2

3

99

The ability to represent yourself without a lawyer

1

2

3

99

The ability to be represented by a non-lawyer
in court (for example: court advocate,
family member, tribal elder)

1

2

3

99

The availability of alternative methods of dispute
resolution (for example: peacemaking, mediation)

1

2

3

99

A court system that uses unwritten tribal
customs and traditions when making decisions

1

2

3

99

A focus on punishment for wrongdoers

1

2

3

99

30 A focus on community restoration and

Between tribal members and non-members
Between strangers

A Coordinated
focus on punishment
for wrongdoers
1
2- (Continued)
3
99
Tribal Assistance
Solicitation CTAS PA #2 Survey
A focus on community restoration and
Healing instead of punishment

1

2

3

1 – Yes

Alcohol use
Drug dealing/sales
Drug use
Fighting
Vandalism
Disorderly conduct
Loitering
Bullying (online or in person)
Gang activity
Rape/sexual assault
Dating violence
Truancy (kids not in school)
Using weapons
HIV and AIDS
STD’s/STI’s
Unintended pregnancies
Lack of after-school programs
Lack of educational supports
Lack of mentoring
Unsafe homes
Lack of job training
Other: _________________

3 – Not a problem

99 – Don’t know

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99
99

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

1 – Male
2 – Female
How old are you?
1 – 17 years or younger
2 – 18-24 years
3 – 25-45 years
4 – 46-60 years
5 – 61+ years
What racial group do you consider yourself a part of? [optional]
1 – Native American
2 – White/Caucasian
3 – Black/African American
4 – Hispanic/Latino
5 – Other: ______________________
What is your primary language?
1 – Indigenous/native language speaker
2 – English
3 – Other
Where do you currently live?
1 – Your own home
2 – A home/apartment that you rent (on your own or with others)
3 – Living with family or friend in their space
4 – Shelter/temporary housing
5 – Homeless

How much of a problem are the following disputes in the community?
2 – Minor problem

Between members of the same family
Between members of different families
Between neighbors
Between tribal members and non-members
Between strangers

3 – Not a problem
1
1
1
1
1

2
2
2
2
2

99 – Don’t know
3
3
3
3
3

99
99
99
99
99

Have you been employed within the past six months?
1 – Yes
2 – No
Have you ever been interviewed for this survey before?
1 – Yes
2 – No
99 – Don’t know

Have you been in involved in any of the following disputes in the past 12 months?
1 – Yes

2 – No

Between members of the same family
Between members of different families
Between neighbors
Between tribal members and non-members
Between strangers

99 – No answer/Don’t know
1
1
1
1
1

2
2
2
2
2

3
3
3
3
3

99
99
99
99
99

Other comments:

Has anyone you know been in involved in any of the following disputes in the past 12
months?
1 –Yes

2 – No

Between members of the same family
Between members of different families
Between neighbors
Between tribal members and non-members
Between strangers

99 – No answer/Don’t know
1
1
1
1
1

2
2
2
2
2

3
3
3
3
3

99
99
99
99
99

99
99

2 – No

Demographics

Community Conflict

1 – Big problem

3
3

If “No” : Why not?
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

Youth
Let’s talk about youth crime and other youth issues that may exist in the tribal
community. After each issue, tell me whether it is a:
2 – Minor problem

2
2

In the future, would you refer these disputes to a free service that offers alternative
(non-court) dispute resolution?

99

What services would you like to see the tribal courts provide more of in the future?
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

1 – Big problem

1
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Twila Parker
Future Vision

Hello, Tribal members!
As many of you may have heard I protested and then disputed the June 18th election. At this time I cannot go into any of the details
as to why I challenged the election process but only that I found it necessary. The court system will look to resolve that dispute on
August 30th and then I will share that story with you. Regardless of the outcome of the election I plan on staying busy within the tribe
and our tribal communities. This month I took part in a number of informational meetings such as: White Turkey Band; Little Axe
Chamber of Commerce; Picnic at the tribal complex; Health Board(s) - Little Axe; funeral of a tribal member; tribal elders - Resource
Center; CBPN Arena - Flag Ceremony Absentee Shawnee Veterans Assoc.; CTAS Committee; Brad Hicklin, County Commissioner
District 1; Community Activities - Johnson; a participant in the Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation Muscular Dystrophy Association
Lock-Up Fundraiser; Cannabis Research Committee.
As I look back on my 30 plus years of work experience at the U.S. Post Office I think how important it was then and is now to have
policies and procedures in place so that a system has structure and provides a foundation to build on and grow with. I have found
procedures especially important during the time I served in the military. It was crucial that we follow both the established line of
authority and the procedures we learned as it could mean life or death. I draw on those life experiences and my academic ones where
a professor gave us a syllabus (like an agenda of what would occur during the course of the school semester) and expected us to follow
the procedures it outlined.
So, what do I mean by ‘Procedure’? Let’s look at what the Merriam Webster dictionary defines it as. It states it is a series of steps
followed in a regular, definite order. As I have worked in and with the tribe on projects, committees and as an employee I have found
that we have no consistency in how we operate and do the business of the tribe. As an example, the Administrative Systems Manual was
put into place to provide elected officials, departments and staff a tool to follow. Over the course of time the Administrative Systems
Manual has been updated inconsistently and not necessarily in alignment with the procedures of each department as they grow and
change. This Manual if appropriately maintained could make
a difference in how theApplications
tribe does business and improve the quality of life
Accepting
for employees and tribal members.
For
This isn’t the fault of a single person or of one elected leader or even of one
administration. It is about us owning up to the reason we
are not making progress throughout the tribe and then working to change that. Previous leadership administrations have shared with
2016
me that they intended to change procedures, they meant to amendFall
the constitution
to where it represented the growth of our tribe, they
understood and challenged the inconsistencies
in the election
ordinances yet other priorities
kept coming
It is my hope that the
Deadline
for applications
is June
1, up.
2016
tribes leadership, regardless of who they may be, will make needed changes. They will correct the inconsistencies and put procedures
For
more
information, visit Haskell Indian
in place that will assist our tribe in its
growth
and development.
Thank you for your vote inNations
June and I hopeUniversity
you will join with mewebsite
today and tomorrow
to make a difference and offer transparency
at www.haskell.edu.
on how it is being done!

NOW

IF YOU’D LIKE TO SUBMIT AN AD OR ARTICLE:
Give us a call at (405) 598-1279 or (405) 481-0558
or send us an e-mail to
stiger@astribe.com

ALL ARTICLES FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE ARE DUE BY
THE 15th OF THE CURRENT MONTH
UnfortUnately, we can only accept one pictUre per birthday person,
not per birthday wish.
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ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBERS
APPLYING FOR TRIBAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE (T.E.A)
(A ONE TIME YEARLY PAYMENT OF $150.00, PER RESIDENCE)

ELIGIBILITY
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ENROLLED ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

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18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER

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UTILITY BILL IN YOUR NAME AND/OR SPOUSE’S NAME (SPOUSE MUST RESIDE IN HOME)

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TOTAL RESIDENCE INCOME (MUST NOT EXCEED A MONTHLY NET PAY OF $2,800.00)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
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SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

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CDIB CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

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CURRENT UTILITY BILL AND/OR DISCONNECT NOTICE

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CURRENT 30 DAYS INCOME VERIFICATION (I.E. CHECK STUB, SOCIAL SECURITY,
UNEMPLOYMENT, TANF, ETC.)

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UNEMPLOYED APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE SELF-CERTIFICATION FORM PROVIDED BY CASE
WORKER

APPLICATION ALSO ONLINE: wwwastribe.com

HAVE APPLICATION COMPLETED AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATIONS BEFORE
SUBMITTING TO SOCIAL SERVICES

THE OFFICE OF
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
& ENGINEERING (OEH&E)

Office of Environmental Health & Engineering
•Tribal Housing Improvements Application
The Tribal Housing Improvement Program’s goal is providing
sanitary, safe, and decent housing for its members by
utilizing the following criteria to select the most “in need”
tribal members with homes that are in disrepair but are still
suitable for rehabilitation. All applicants must meet the
eligibility requirements and criteria which is approved by
the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

The principal role of OEH&E is to raise the
health status of our tribal members to the highest possible level
by providing services in the area of water and wastewater. To
qualify for a water well and/or septic system, the applicant must
be an enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal member and reside
within one of these six counties; Pottawatomie, Cleveland,
Oklahoma, Payne, Lincoln, or Logan, provide land ownership
by verification such as a Warranty Deed or Notarized Lease
Agreement through the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Reality
Department. Proof of income is not required.
The services we provide are: new water wells, renovation of
a water wells, new city or rural water connections, replacement
of city or rural water service lines, new wastewater septic
systems, renovation of septic systems, new city sewer lines/
renovation of city sewer lines and water treatment systems as
needed. We are not funded to perform annual pumping of septic
tanks. That service is considered part of home maintenance.
If you are having water or wastewater issues or building a
new home and need services please come by our office and fill
out an OEH&E application for assistance.
If your home is under the management of any housing
authority and has not been paid off, you do not qualify
for assistance. Applications for this program are
available online at www.astribe.com and at the
OEH&E building.

THIP list all applicants by a priority list:
a.
Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly
b.
Income
c.
Family Size/Overcrowded Living Conditions
d.
Condition of Home
Other Programs available:
•Sanitation Facilities Assistance Program
Applications need to be completed and all necessary
documents attached before the application will be processed.
Applications are available online on the website:
www.astribe.com.
Submit completed application to:
Office of Environmental Health & Engineering
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee, OK 74801
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Complex
Office of Environmental Health & Engineering, Building 13
If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at
(405) 214-4235

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Office of Environmental Health

Brownfield Response Progra m
What is a Brownfield?
The EPA defines a brownfield site as
“...real property, the expansion,
redevelopment, or reuse of which may
be complicated by the presence or
potential presence of hazardous
substances, pollutants, contaminants,
controlled substances, petroleum or
petroleum products, or is mine-scarred
land.”

Do you possibly have a Brownfield
site on your land?
Typical Brownfield Sites Include:
 Abandoned Factories/Buildings/Homes
 Burned Homes
 Buried Dump Sites
 Open Dump Sites
 A Large Amount of Tires

If it’s possible that you have a
Brownfield site on your property, or if
you know of a possible Brownfield
site, please contact:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Brownfield Response Program
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee, OK 74801
( 405) 214-4235
AST.Environmental.Programs@astribe.com

 Former Cattle Dip Pit Sites
 Barrels of Unknown Substances
 Old Service Stations
 Oil Storage Facilities
 Oil/Gas Well Sites

Follow us on Facebook to view and comment
on current and upcoming projects
www.facebook.com/
ast.environmental.programs

 Old Dry Cleaning Businesses

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C O N T R A C T H E A LT H S E R V I C E S N E W S
The AST Contract Health Services
Team is here to assist you.

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

EMERGENCY AND URGENT
CARE SERVICES
CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who
resides in the defined catchment area and needs
emergent or urgent care.
1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300,
option 9 for triage.
2. Notify CHS on the next business day or within
72 hours after your ER visit. Notification does not
assure authorization of payment. However, if you
do not notify CHS within 72 hours, your bills will not
be paid.
3. For AST members with no insurance, evidence
must exist that your visit was medically necessary.
Medical priorities have been established for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment.
4. For AST members with insurance, evidence
must exist that a third-party resource has made the
determination such services were “emergency care”
or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include payment from private insurance.
5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills
at the Little Axe Health Center CHS office or the
Shawnee Clinic CHS office.

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES
FOR AST MEMBERS
WITH INSURANCE

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES
FOR AST MEMBERS
WITHOUT INSURANCE

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who
resides in the defined catchment area and does not
have insurance.

1. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please
visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe
Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular
hours of operation.

1. You must apply for all resources available to you,
such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, auto insurance and
other personal injury or liability coverage. CHS staff
and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you
with the application process for alternate resources.
Failure to exhaust available or potentially available
alternate resources may result in denial of payment.

For new AST tribal members, to become established
for CHS services, please make an appointment to
see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the
Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during
regular hours of operation.
2. Notify CHS at least 48 hours prior to appointment
date for a Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be
sent to the provider.
3. Inform provider/health facility that AST CHS is a
secondary payer/payer of last resort.
4. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider,
please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at
the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS
Contract Health Services is conveniently
located in

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3Ad669e9814e54699b. Public record. Not legal advice.