# se ke pi we ke se fe wa (2019) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3Ada635046202aecab ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text February THE se ke pi we ke se fe wa Absentee Shawnee News February 2019 • www. astribe.com • Absentee Shawnee Tribe Hosts UINOKT QuarterlyMeeting Front Row L to R: George Tiger, President UINOKT; Edwina Butler-Wolf, Vice President UINOKT and Governor of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe; Bruce Pratt, Treasurer of UINOKT and President of Pawnee Nation. Back Row L to R: Twila Parker, Walter Larney, Jason Bender, James Wilbanks The Absentee Shawnee Tribe hosted the quarterly meeting for the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas (UINOKT) on Janary 17th in the Health Multi-Purpose Building. Many tribal leaders were in attendance, including: President Terri Parton, Wichita & Affiliated Tribes of Oklahoma; President Deborah Dotson, Delaware Nation of Oklahoma; Chairwoman Lori Ware, Fort Sill Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Secretary/Treasurer Donya Williams, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Governor Reggie Wassana, Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma; Governor Bill Anoatubby, Chickasaw Nation; Lt. Governor Jefferson Keel, Chickasaw Nation; Chief Craig Harper, Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Principal Chief Kay Rhoads, Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma; Council Representative Larry Joe Brooks of the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma; Second Chief Norman Hilderbrand Jr., Wyandotte Nation of Oklahoma; President Bruce Pratt, Pawnee Nation; Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Absentee Shawnee Tribe; Lt. Governor Kenneth Blanchard, Absentee Shawnee Tribe; Secretary John Johnson, Absentee Shawnee Tribe; and Representative Atheda Fletcher, Absentee Shawnee Tribe. UINOKT is an inter-tribal organization of Native American leaders li si wi nwi Volume 30, No. 02 “Among the Shawnee” put in place to address current issues and protect sovereignty for all tribes. The committee includes former Chief George Tiger, Creek Nation, Chairman; Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Vice Chairwoman; Minerals Council Member Margo Gray, Osage Nation, Secretary; and President Bruce Pratt, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Treasurer. More information on topics disucssed can be found in the governor’s report. The next meeting will be held April 18, 2019 in Oklahoma City. INSIDE THIS ISSUE 2-8 EC Reports 9 Election Commission 12 AST Health Update 15 Wellness Calendar 19 Title VI Menu 20 Birthdays 24 CCDF 25 Exercise and Diabetes 26 ASEDA Report 27 Realty 28 Cultural Preservation 34 Tax Collections 35 Enrollment 36 Education Scholarships 37 Social Services 38 Emergency Management 39 Kids Zone BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED! DETAILS INSIDE 2 ne se we February 2019 Executive Committee Executive Committee Edwina Butler-Wolfe Kenneth Blanchard John Johnson Phillip Ellis Atheda Fletcher Governor Lt. Governor Secretary Treasurer Representative Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com Governor’s Report By AST Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe 405 275-4030, Ext: 6308 405 481-0397 Cell Number (tribal) Hello Fellow Tribal Members!! Does anyone know when the partial Federal Government Shutdown will come to an end? Well, that is the BIG question that is asked of us as we start 2019. Ordinarily, Congress would have already passed a Spending Bill or a Continuing Resolution in the fall to fund federal agencies. Tribes and millions of Americans are put in the middle of this political battle, since President Trump stated he will not sign a spending bill or CR that does not included $5.7 billion dollars for a board wall. Some federal agencies remain operating and are considered essential, but employees in those agencies are not being paid. Indian Health Service and the Department of Health and Human Services are among those agencies operating, however the Department of Interior and BIA are not in operation currently. Earlier this month I sent a letter to our Oklahoma Congressional Delegation expressing the Tribe’s concerns and to end the shutdown. Other tribal leaders have done the same and continue to express concern and the impacts of the shutdown on their respective tribes. As of January 18, 2019, I understand that Tribes receiving federal funds through funding agreements should have either received up to 22.47% base on 2018 appropriations or no funds for programs and services. We began receiving our percentage of BIA funds based on the 2018 appropriations, but once these funds are exhausted, secondary funds will have to be used until the shutdown has ended. Although Treasure Ellis has assured the Executive Committee that the shutdown has not immediately impacted the Tribe, the concern of funding those programs without federal funds remains. Our health system can operate on its Third-Party Revenue, but only for a certain period. Unfortunately, our BIA programs do not have the same secondary source of funds to operate with. A good number of programs funded through grants continue to receive their funding, due to the funds being allocated in cycles. This shutdown does not only affect one political party or the other, if effect all of us. In the letter sent the to the Oklahoma Delegation, I stated we (the Absentee Shawnee Tribe) do not support the use of taxpayer dollars for an object that goes against the foundation on which the United States was created. I also stated that American Indians and Alaska Native are deeply affected by the lack of funds for IHS and BIA programs and services; and we should not be held hostage by unrelated political battles. I encourage any tribal member impacted by the shutdown to contact the Executive Committee and your Congressmen and let us know how you have been affected. Below are the addresses for the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation: Congressmen: Congresswoman Kendra Horn Congressman Tom Cole 400 N. Walker 2424 Springer Drive Suite 210 Suite 201 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Norman, OK 73069 Congressman Markwayne Mullin Congressman Fran Lucas 1 E. Choctaw 10952 NW Expressway Suite 175 Suite B McAlester, OK 74501 Yukon, OK 73099 Congressman Kevin Hern 2448 East 81st Street Suite 5150 Tulsa, OK 74137 Senators: Senator James Lankford or Senator James Lankford 1015 N. Broadway 224 South Boulder Suite 310 Suite 210 Oklahoma City, OK Tulsa, OK 74103 Senator James Inhofe 1924 S. Utica Ave Suite 530 Tulsa, OK 74104 EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY February 2019 Executive Committee ne fe we 3 On January 8, 2019 Tresha Spoon, Education Director of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, and I met with Dr. Katricia Pierson, President of East Central University (ECU) in the AST Governors’ Conference Room. Dr. Pierson is reaching out for Tribal Partnership. The University has received funding for “Tribal Partnership’s to Help Native American Students Attain Graduation”. ECU received a grant from Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE), and is funded through the Lumina Foundation. The East Central University program is called “Tribal Resources to Enhance Achievement and Completion in Higher Education (REACHE) Program.” Their Governor Stitt, Inauguration Ceremony mission is: Long-term effort to serve and retain American Indian/American Native FRONT ROW L to R: Lori Gooday Ware, Chairwoman Fort Sill Apache Tribe, Gary Batton, Chief Choctaw Nation, David Pacheco, Jr., Chairman Kickapoo Tribe, Bill Anoatubby, Governor Chicka(AI/AN) students from their initial college first-year experience to their launching saw Nation, James Floyd, Principal Chief Mucogee (CreeK) Nation, Bill Baker, Principal Chief Cherinto graduate education or a professional career. okee Nation, John "Rocky" Barrett, Chairman Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Rayan Morrow, Town King ECU envisions the Tribal REACHE Program as a comprehensive plan for: 1. Engaging AI/AN students in enriching and culturally-relevant, first-year seminars and first year experience. 2. Providing experiential learning in the form of internships in career settings, particularly those relevant to their tribal affiliation needs. 3. Creating a Sovereignty Center on campus. Thlopthlocco Tribal Town, Reggie Wassana, Governor Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribe, Unknown name BACK ROW L to R: Terri Parton, President Wichita Affiliated Tribes, Kenneth Blanchard, Lt. Governor Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Unknown Person, Geoffey Standing Bear, Principal Chief Osage Nation, Deborah Dotson, President Delaware Nation, Greg Chilcoat, Principal Chief Seminole Nation, Blake Follis, Special Assistant to the Chief, Tribal Attorney, Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Governor Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Bruce Pratt, President Pawnee Nation, Ron Sparkman, Chief Shawnee Tribe, Craig Harper, Chief Peoria Tribe East Central University’s new program will need tribal input and expertise to develop and implement activities critical to the success of AI/AN students, develop and implement activities and services as well as provide resources that enrich the AI/AN students educational experience. Also develop and implement final year or launch activities critical to the post-attainment success of AI/AN students and create a Sovereignty Center for ECU AI/AN students. ECU will host focus groups and other events that involve a Tribal Liaison, Elder(s), and other representatives. Tresha Spoon will be working closely with the University and will keep our Tribal Members informed. THE HONORABLE KENDRA HORN On Saturday, January 12, 2019 a Swearing in Ceremony for The Honorable Kendra Horn United States Representative for Oklahoma’s Fifth District was at the Douglass High School, 900 North Martin Luther King Avenue in Oklahoma City. Tribal Leaders that attended was the Lt. Governor Gilbert Miles, of the Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribe, Representative Fletcher and Governor Butler-Wolfe of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. INAUGURAL SWEARING IN CEREMONY The Lieutenant Governor Blanchard and I attended the Inauguration only, of Oklahoma’s 28th Governor J. Kevin Stitt and all statewide elected officials were sworn in during the ceremony on January 14, 2019 at the State Capital. The event was outside of the Capital and the weather was in the high 30’s and low 40’s. Tribal Leaders were informed to arrive at 9:30 A.M., with the event starting at 11:00 A.M. There were about 20 Tribal Leaders in attendance. The Inaugural Dinner and Ball were held in the evening of the 14th at the Cox Convention Center, Renaissance Grand Ballroom. The Cost of tickets was $250.00 per person. Inaugural Prayer Service was set for Tuesday, January 15, at 9:30 a.m. at the first Baptist Church, 301 N.E. 27th Street, Moore, Oklahoma. Many events were planned across the state for the newly elected Governor Stitt. UNITED INDIAN NATIONS OF OKLAHOMA, KANSAS AND TEXAS (UINOKT) The Absentee Shawnee Tribe was the host to the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Quarterly Meeting. It was held on January 17, 2019 at the Health Multi-Purpose Building. The meeting was a success as there were many tribal leaders that attended. Those in attendance were: L to R FRONT ROW: Atheda Fletcher, Representative and John Johnson, Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Jefferson Keel, Lt. Governor and Bill Anoatubby, Chickasawa Nation. BACK ROW L to R: Larry Joe Brooks, Council Representative Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma, Kenneth Blanchard, Lt. Governor Absentee Shawnee Tribe and Vice-President of United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas, Bruce Pratt, President Pawnee Nation and Treasurer of the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas, Representative of Chickasaw Nation, Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Governor Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Donya Williams, Secretary/Treasurer Miami Tribe, Craig Harper, Chief Peoria Tribe, Deborah Dotson, President, Delaware Nation, Norman Hilderbrand Jr., Second Chief Wyandotte Nation, Reggie Wassana, Governor Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes, Kay Rhoads, Principal Chief Sac and Fox Nation, George Tiger, Former Chief of Creek Nation and President of United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas. 4 ne ya we Executive Committee February 2019 President Terri Parton, Wichita & Affiliated Tribes of Oklahoma President Deborah Dotson, Delaware Nation of Oklahoma Chairwoman Lori Ware, Fort Sill Apache Tribe of Oklahoma Secretary/Treasurer Donya Williams, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Governor Reggie Wassana, Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma Governor Bill Anoatubby, Chickasaw Nation Lt. Governor Jefferson Keel, Chickasaw Nation Chief Craig Harper, Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma Principal Chief Kay Rhoads, Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma Council Representative Larry Joe Brooks of the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma Second Chief Norman Hilderbrand Jr., Wyandotte Nation of Oklahoma President Bruce Pratt, Pawnee Nation Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Absentee Shawnee Tribe Lt. Governor Kenneth Blanchard, Absentee Shawnee Tribe Secretary John Johnson, Absentee Shawnee Tribe Representative Atheda Fletcher, Absentee Shawnee Tribe United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Executive Committee: Former Chief George Tiger, Creek Nation and Chairman UINOKT Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe, Absentee Shawnee Tribe and Vice Chairwoman UINOKT Minerals Council Member Margo Gray, Osage Nation, Secretary UINOKT President Bruce Pratt, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Treasurer UINOKT The Presenters and Topics that were discussed: L to R: Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, AST Governor Edwina Update of the National Congress of American Indians, President Jefferson Keel, Butler-Wolf, Chickasaw Nation Lt. Governor Jefferson Keel. and Lt. Governor of the Chickasaw Nation Cheyenne & Arapaho Governor Reggie Wassana Economic and Program Development Jacob Tsoigh, National Indian Education Association Counsel Walter Echohawk update on Pawnee Fracking Litigation Sheila Morago, Executive Director Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association Update Quinton Romannose, Executive Director Tribal Education Departments National Assembly Many issues was brought up at this successful meeting. It was nice to network with tribal leaders. The next UINOKT Meeting will be held on April 18, 2019 in Oklahoma City. EXPRESSIONS: For those families who may have lost a loved one this month, I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss. CONCLUSION: I appreciate Tribal Members that have come by my office or called with their concerns. My door is open unless I am in a meeting or attending a meeting elsewhere. Help me make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the Future (BFF) Thank you. ECU President Dr. Katricia Pierson and AST Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe February 2019 Executive Committee Lt. Governor Reports By Kenneth Blanchard AST Lt. Governor Good Day Tribal Members, Hopefully, everyone is staying warm and healthy during these cold unpredictable days. December has been a challenging month with budget planning, closing out of 2018, making changes within the Maintenance Department and completing the Tribal Housing Projects in place. Without consulting the Lt. Governor’s Office our AST Representative took it upon herself to seek assistance from a Mr. Daniel J. Morse. Representative presented to me two (2) options recommended by Mr. Daniel J. Morse on January 11, 2018 The following are the options: 1. Immediate Selling of Cattle: The gathering and processing of cattle prior to shipping to Oklahoma City stockyards will take two days, and require two men (my working partner and myself). The shipping of the cattle will require three semitrucks. Estimate: $2500.00 2. Retaining Cattle for Spring Sale: If cows are retained to selling the spring, they will require worming with Safeguard Drench and infected with Ivomec Plus. The processing and administration of medication for the cows will take two days. The cattle will need to be fed with maintenance of 5 pounds of 20% cubes per cow, per day. They will also require 24 pounds of hay per cow, per day. Estimate: Safeguard Drench - $400.00 Ivomec Plus - $800.00 Hay - $1/cow/day 20% Cubes – 0.90 cents/cow/day Total herd estimate on 100 cows for hay and cubes $190/day Total labor for processing, working and medication cattle - $500/day The Executive Committee agreed on Option one (1) the immediate selling of cattle. On January 15, 2019 I submitted to the Secretary’s Office to be placed on the Agenda for the January 16, 2019 Executive Committee Meeting a Resolution to Sell the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Black Angus Cattle Operation. The Resolution passed 1 obtain and 3 yes. The cattle in their present condition are not in shape to sell, plus at this time of year market prices are at its lowest. There have been four older cows die at the Earlsboro site. A stool sample was submitted to the vet whom recommended worming and vaccinating. At this time the Maintenance Staff are still caring for the cattle. I have attended the following activities/meetings: December 12, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - Veterans Dinner at the Warrior Room at Thunderbird Casino December 13, 2018 @ 9:00 am - Southern Plains Fall Information Meeting at Embassy Suites OKC December 20, 2018 @ 10:00 am – Child Support Meeting December 20, 2018 @ 1:30 pm – Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Child Support Court ne ya li ne 5 6 na ko ta wi fe February 2019 Executive Committee Treasurer Report By Phillip Ellis AST Treasurer U.S. Government Shut Down In light of the concerns among us regarding the U.S. Government shutdown, let me assure you there won’t be any immediate impact on our tribe’s governmental functions or services. Consequently, there are currently no plans to eliminate or suspend any operations, services, and employees; we prepared for something like this when I took office. I’m continually monitoring the situation in our nation’s capital and I’m committed to making sure all members and employees are informed, your questions are answered factually and not by rumor. However, if the situation in our nation’s capital persists then the Executive Committee (EC) will take the actions necessary to ensure our members, operations and services, and employees are prepared for any eventuality. In-Direct Cost (IDC) Proposal – Submitted Earliest Ever Our 2019 IDC proposal was submitted in January of 2019. Looking at the past history, this is the quickest it has ever been submitted. Extra kudos to the Tribal Finance and Health Finance teams for submitting our information in a very timely manner to Interior Business Center (IBC). Due to the U.S. government shut down, we will not hear from the IBC until the U.S. government opens back up. their proven successful strategies that will benefit our tribe. My philosophy on economic development will be to not “recreate the wheel”, but rather follow what other successful tribes are doing to further our economic growth. Furthermore, we cannot chase after every economic development idea. We must diversify our strategies to include some low-risk, low return projects and some moderate risk, with greater return projects. However, all projects have risk, and in order to move our economic development forward, we have to be willing to take some risks. In the coming months, we will be rolling out multiple strategic economic development projects. I ask for our member’s support, patience, and faith on our economic development efforts. While I want to move us forward quicker, it’s financially prudent that we stagger our projects. The role of economic development for our tribe is to raise the quality of life for our members through job creation, more services and more resources. I will continue to fulfill my role by both assisting our tribe in experiencing economic gains and protecting our tribal assets. End of Year Financials Included in this report is the end of year financials (2018). Below is an analysis for the year and in comparison to 2017 & 2016. TAX PREPARATION FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS, WIDOWS/WIDOWERS OF TRIBAL MEMBERS, & EMPLOYEES 2019 Balanced Budget / 2018 Close Out A balanced budget is a budget in which revenues are equal to expenditures. We closed out our 2018 budget cycle this past January. The primary budgets that were given extra funding were the BIA budgets that were allowed to utilize their rollover dollars. Our 2019 budgets were rolled out to all directors in December. Our tribe does a very good job in making sure we do not have a budget deficit. Because of a renewed focus and the importance of economic development, our 2019 budget had multiple cuts through all programs in regards to general fund funding. Call Kathy Deere for Appointment (405) 637-8248 Early Start on Financial Audit In December 2018 and January 2019, we had an early start on our 2018 audits. In our pre-audit meetings, we met with our audit team to review our capital assets from multiple programs, investment structures, and policies and procedures. Our tribal finances are becoming more complex and diverse. The earlier we start our audit process, the more opportunity we’ll have to clean up our financials, review our processes, and identify any opportunities for improvement. Again kudos to our Tribal Finance team for their proactive approach. The location for Tax Preparation is on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee at the Multi-Purpose Building. The time will be every Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 8:00 P.M. and Saturday mornings from 9:00 to Noon except March 16th being Ea Beginning Tuesday, February 05th, those meeting the Low-to-Moderate income threshold for FY2019, $55,000 Tax Year 2018 is eligible for free Income Tax filing, FORM 1040 & 1040A. Economic Development Update Over the past few months, members of my staff and I have been interacting with other tribes that have had great successes with their economic development enterprises. Economic development for our tribe is vital to push our tribe from “surviving” to “thriving”. We must learn from others and adapt Please bring all tax documentation, Photo Identification for each adult, Social Security Cards for all people to be listed on the forms, 1099’s, W-2’s, 1099-R’s, medical and dental expense, last years’ taxes and receipts for any charitable donations. NO CHARGE! Included in this report is the end of year financials (2018). Below is an analysis for the year and in February 2019 ne se wi fe 7 Executive Committee comparison to 2017 & 2016. Major Funds General Fund BIA Fund Indirect Cost Fund Grants AST Health Authority Gaming Commission TCNS Overall Net Position Analysis Stagnant to Small Growth Trend Stagnant to Small Growth. Excess Dollars with Minimal Accountability on Roads Projects Appropriate spending. Small Growth Trend; Additional Grants Needed Stable Growth Trend Stable Growth Trend Stagnant Trend; FCC Ruling Impeding Growth Overall Net Position has Small growth. More focus on economic development and additional revenue streams are essential. Absentee Shawnee Tribe BALANCE SHEET - EC Quarterly Report As of 12/31/2018 GENERAL FUND ASSETS Cash and Cash Equivalents Investments Due From Other Funds Other Receivables Due From Tribal Enterprises and Component Units Grants Receivable Inventory Prepaid Expenses Prepaid Payroll Expenses Prepaid A/P Expenses Total Prepaid Expenses Capital Assets Total ASSETS LIABILITIES Accounts Payable Accrued Expenses 401 (k) Retirement Payable-After Tax Other Total Accrued Expenses Due to Other Funds Deferred Revenue Notes Payable Total LIABILITIES FUND BALANCES - Net Position Fund Balance - Net Position Current Year Activity YTD INCOME Other Total Current Year Activity Total FUND BALANCES - Net Position TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES - Net Position BIA INDIRECT GRANTS ASTHA IHS FUND 11,851,587.24 3,050,616.16 (29,813.94) 2,231,461.50 2,044,928.93 7,917,318.69 0.00 (22,007.47) 335.50 0.00 920,833.00 0.00 159,106.41 233,739.71 250.00 878,609.66 0.00 (378.53) 172.00 0.00 14,416,922.77 0.00 (91,384.38) 40,955.06 0.00 574,917.42 0.00 (13.84) 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 (171,359.86) 0.00 0.00 122,361.35 0.00 0.00 0.00 16,039.29 16,039.29 0.00 19,164,819.18 0.00 1,154.31 1,154.31 0.00 7,896,801.03 0.00 243,522.88 243,522.88 0.00 1,557,452.00 0.00 2,519.35 2,519.35 0.00 709,562.62 0.00 122,156.26 122,156.26 2,376,611.41 16,987,622.47 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 574,903.58 114,591.88 1,388.10 80,565.51 20,157.21 1,604.73 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 34,472.13 34,472.13 0.00 0.00 1,107,714.68 1,256,778.69 420,172.86 420,172.86 0.00 6,540,861.43 0.00 6,962,422.39 73,623.46 73,623.46 0.00 0.00 0.00 154,188.97 97,333.85 97,333.85 0.00 190,077.31 0.00 307,568.37 146,522.24 146,522.24 0.00 0.00 0.00 148,126.97 9,490.66 9,490.66 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,490.66 18,362,423.05 66,850.80 305,550.32 722,893.42 18,072,599.35 141,425.83 0.00 (450,382.56) (450,382.56) 17,912,040.49 0.00 869,527.84 869,527.84 936,378.64 0.00 1,097,712.71 1,097,712.71 1,403,263.03 0.00 (320,899.17) (320,899.17) 401,994.25 0.00 (1,233,103.85) (1,233,103.85) 16,839,495.50 0.00 423,987.09 423,987.09 565,412.92 19,168,819.18 7,898,801.03 1,557,452.00 709,562.62 16,987,622.47 574,903.58 8 fe wa se ke fe Executive Committee Representative’s Report Atheda Fletcher Work PH: 405-275-4030 Ext. 6239 Cell PH: 405-287-5247 afletcher@astribe.com Greetings Tribal Members: I wish all Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members a happy and prosperous New Year. The beginning of the year is a great time for setting goals and making every moment of this coming year better than the last. I am eager to get started into 2019. In the past weeks, I have taken a step back to ensure that I have evaluated the possible challenges and ensure that our priorities are set so that we maximize our time and money. This is especially important at this time due to the government shutdown. I am optimistic that all will be back on track soon and, if necessary, adjust our projects and goals accordingly. The following is a brief update since my last report. Human Resources In addition to HR staff’s day-to-day work, the main focus at this time is the new payroll implementation. Payroll is a business-critical operation and the new payroll system offers a variety of services that includes expanded HR data for analysis; payroll efficiency; critical tax processing and benefits management. Once this new system is up and running, we expect that payroll processing will be simpler; errors will be reduced; and the tracking of vital information will be more efficient. In addition, the HR staff has successfully conducted the Savings Incentive Plan Open Enrollment. I hope that all eligible employees take advantage of this benefit that the tribe provides. To start the year, I wish to give kudos to my HR staff that continues to provide top notch HR services to our tribal organization. Their work is challenging and they work tirelessly to enrich our work environment. I remind everyone that they must hire, onboard, pay, satisfy, motivate, manage, develop and help retain our employees. This is the short list for all that HR is charged with each and every day. My HR staff is tasked with challenging goals for 2019, and I have confidence that this will be a successful year. Please provide your support to the HR staff has we progress through the New Year. Cultural Preservation The CP staff has been working diligently on a 2019 calendar of events. The programs and activities are for the benefit of our tribal members and community. Following are a few of the initiatives my CP staff is undertaking and/or managing. FCC Issue - The Oklahoma tribes met on December 18, 2018 at the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum in Oklahoma City to discuss the pending lawsuit against the FCC. There will be a mid-summer hearing in June in Washington DC and there is hope that as many tribes as possible will attend. The main goal of these meetings is to share information about how each tribe is handling their TCNS projects and to obtain updates regarding the lawsuit status. Due to scheduling conflicts, no meeting will be held in January, 2019. Meetings will resume in February. I attended the quarterly session of the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas (UINOKT) where an update on the 106 consultation February 2019 revenue loss was addressed. Many tribes are feeling the impact from the loss of revenue, but primarily feel that there is a genuine threat to the protection of our tribal cultural and religious resources. We will continue to be engaged and provide updates accordingly. My CP staff will continue to provide the research services to the various entities and will continue to make efforts to collect outstanding revenue. Currently, uncollected fees are in excess of $500,000. I will continue to work with my CP staff in making strong efforts to collect outstanding fees owed. Heritage Paraprofessional Program – Another important activity that my CP Director, Suhaila Nease, is pushing to organize is the engagement of the surrounding schools with this program. Our desire is to engage our tribal youth as well as all Native American youth in our community. We want the community to know that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe is working to develop our youth and make an impact. Ms. Nease, CP Director, will be in communications with local schools in order to gain tribal youth engagement for the Heritage Paraprofessional Program. CP currently has a participating agreement with the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia and the Forest Service is set to begin its first project in May 2019. This program provides jobs for tribal members that are interested in historic preservation. We are hopeful that a representative from the U.S. Forest Service will be able to visit us within the first half of the year and make a presentation about this program. We will keep you updated. Tribal Language – We continue to work on organizing language classes. This has proven to be a challenge, but we will not give up and will continue to seek ways to implement a successful language program. With half of the world’s languages at high risk of extinction in this century, and vast bodies of cultural knowledge already lost or endangered, preserving important cultural heritage materials is crucial, and it is not easy. The best way to preserve our cultural heritage is to share it with others. I will do whatever it takes to ensure that our culture, traditions and language survive for our children and our children’s children. Your support and help is vital. Gift Shop – CP’s expansion of the Gift Shop to the Little Axe Clinic is proving to be a great success. As we progress through the year, we will be adding new merchandize and improving the appearance of the shop. Thank you customers for your patronage! My CP staff is also entitled to kudos for their successful work. Their work matters!! They strive to preserve our traditions and heritage. They have renewed the CP building through their own hands-on work and have organized the department and material that has suffered from lack of proper care. They work to engage our youth and tribal members in activities and programs to enhance their lives. Thank you team for all your good work! Economic Development I will continue working to improve our economic development. I am currently working with EC members to push forward on various initiatives. We are building momentum—it just takes time and money! As for the Youth Camp, we are presently reviewing the bids for the Phase II work. We are also reviewing various options with regard to specific camp activities and what is needed to enhance the camp. As we know, activities make a camp successful and exciting. We want to provide an experience that will make visitors return. I will provide a more detailed report as we being Phase II work. In Closing My door is always open to all tribal members. If you have any questions or have any issues that you need help with, please do not hesitate to contact me. Quote: Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right! February 2019 From the Election Commission Election Commission Governor: John Raymond Johnson Edwina Butler-WOlfe Leroy Ellis Dan Little Axe Tribal Secretary: Twila Olene Longhorn Parker Delana Deere Ezra M. Delodge ELECTION COMMISSION Election Commissioner: John Al Little Axe Election Secretary: Sherman Tiger Commission Member #1: None Filed Commission Member #2: James Cody Spybuck, Jr. 9 PLEASE fill out EACH BLANK completely and return by the Deadline. The following tribal members have filed for Office in 2019: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ge yi ki te fe ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST I, ______________________________________, hereby certify that I am or will be an Eligible (Print Name) Voter of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe on or before March 16, 2019. I cannot physically be present to cast my Vote at the March 16, 2019 Primary Election, therefore, I am requesting an Absentee Ballot be mailed to me at the following address. Name (please print): ___________________________________________________________ (first) (middle) (maiden) (last) Address:____________________________ City: _______________St: _______Zip:________ CDIB#:______________________________ Date of Birth: ______________________ Signature: ____________________________ Date:______________________________ All REQUESTS must be returned to the Election Commission by the deadline date of February 24, 2019 Mail to: Absentee Shawnee Election Commission P.O. Box 741 Tecumseh, OK 74873 Fax to: Fax # (405) 273-1337 (Do not fax to any other fax #) Phone: (405) 275-4030 ext. 6271 Toll free number 1-800-256-3341 ext. 6271 Deliver in Person to: Election Commission Office located in the Tribal Court Building All eligible voters are entitled to vote either at the Polls or by Absentee Ballot. This form may be duplicated for your convenience. ______________________________________________________________________________ ELECTION COMMISSION USE ONLY Received: _____________________ Approved:____________________ Disapproved: _______________ If Disapproved (reason): _________________________________________________________________ Denial Letter Mailed:___________________________ Ballot Mailed:_____________________________ _______________________________________ Election Commission/Representative 10 ma ti fe February 2019 Local VOTE Governor Edwina Butler-Wolf for RE-Election When I ran for office as your Governor six years ago, I was honored to be elected as Governor of this great tribe, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. Since that day in June of 2013, I have put my heart into this position. The fight from day one to today only gets stronger because I fight for YOU, the proud tribal people of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Together we have seen and made changes for the betterment of the Tribe. The sucIowa Tribe of Oklahoma cess of theVocational Tribe is the council people. You are the ones that Rehabilitation Program make it happen. I am beyond grateful to work for you, the people. “ Shonor e e t htoegain Pe ryour s o nsupport N o t tthese h e Dpast i s asix b i lyears i t y ” while It has been an in office. As we continue into the future where tribal sovereignty is ever threatened by our local, state, and federal government politics, I would like to ensure our tribal rights and beliefs are kept safe and maintained for our youth and self-identity in this world. These next two years, we have to stand together for our Tribe against those who do not want to follow policies, by-laws, and the History: constitution. Make people accountable for damages and losses done The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational serto our Tribe and seek better communication with local tribal governvices to American Indians since 1994, and transition services to students since 2009. Our goal to develop of and our providegreat specialized servicesnation to American Indian students with a disability. We ments. Theisfuture tribal needs to attract sustainable want to help these students that are making a transition from high school to work or who are businesses seeking and post-secondary empowereducation. our tribal citizens to pursue entrepreneurial ideas to make our stronger. Services Thanculture Can Be Provided: Depending on an individual’s needs and goals, will determine which services are best for you. However, some services that we can provide include testing fees such as SATs & ACTs, assistive devices, evaluations, and various other services. We, the elected officials, need to focus on the governmental Qualifications: duties of the Tribe, and let the ASEDA, Inc. do what is intended for Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school, the board to do: to seek business opportunities for the Tribe. and must reside in one of the seven counties served by the Iowa Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You must also provide documentation of your disability and this can include a doctor’s statement or the IEP or 504 plan from your school. VOTE MARCH 16, 2019 Counties We Serve: Kay, Noble, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, and Logan Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Contact: Christa McClellan Vocational Rehabilitation Program 405-547-5721 RE-Elect Edwina Butler-Wolf for Phone: Consistency P.O. Box 728 Toll Free: 1-888-336-4692 Perkins, OK 74059 E-mail: cmcclellan@iowanation.org and Stability for our Tribal Rights! WE ARE ON THE INTERNET: www.bahkhoje.com Absentee Shawnee Tribe Child Care Development Fund Programs La-pe-we-ki-wa ho-ge-wa-pe-fa-yi mi-ti-ge “Lifelong Learning Begins Here.” Program Services:  Building Blocks Child Development Center II- Shawnee, OK- Tribally Operated Child Care Center  Building Blocks Child Development Center III- Little Axe, OK- Tribally Operated Child Care Center  AST Child Care Subsidy ProgramChild Care Assistance  AST After School ProgramHorseshoe Bend Community- After School Care  AST After School Program- AST Complex, Shawnee- After School Care  For information about these services please visit the AST website at www.astribe.com/Childcare  Contact information:  BBCDCII-Shawnee (405)878-0633 Email: ecrawford@astribe.com  BBCDCIII- Little Axe (405)360-2710 Email: rebeccaj@astribe.com  AST Child Care Subsidy (405)432-8411 Email: briana.ponkilla@astribe.com  AST ASP- HSB (405)432-8411 Email: lanora.buswell@astribe.com  AST ASP-Shawnee (405)432-8411 Email: lanora.buswell@astribe.com February 2019 Local ma ti fe ki-te ne ko te 11 Delana Deere Absentee Shawnee Tribal Secretary Biography Greetings! What a great opportunity it would be to work together with EC and our Programs to build positive changes to benefit our tribe. My name is Delana Deere, from the Turtle Clan, the daughter of Lloyd and Kathy Deere. My grandfather was Kenneth Floyd Little Axe and my grandmother was Estelline Washington. My education, profession and volunteer experience prepared me to emerge as a driven leader with a background in coordinating, organizing and decision making. In May 2009, I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Art Degree in Cross-Cultural Studies with a Minor in Worship Arts from Oklahoma Baptist University. Currently, I work with the Native American community in the Oklahoma City Public Schools as an Education Advisor. In addition, my dedicated work to music earned a Nomination for Best Independent artist in the 2018 Native American Music Awards. In the past, I volunteered my time to the Native American Youth Conference as Chairperson, Coordinator of the Indian Falls Creek Adult Bible and Skills Conference and Coordinate Musical Events. In conclusion, my strengths in creative thinking, communications, clerical support, budgeting, multi-tasking, conflict resolutions, self-motivation, technical skills and energetic strong personality have developed me as a person that would be a great asset in striving to create those opportunities the tribe needs to move forward. It would be a great honor to serve you as your Tribal Secretary. VOTE DELANA DEERE Tecumseh, one of our greatest warriors and chiefs of the Shawnee once said, “A single twig breaks, but a bundle of twigs is strong.” I’m sure most of you find truth in these wise words even today. For our tribe to be strong I believe we must band together to move forward on common ground that will best benefit our tribal members. You have trusted in me the past 3 and a half years, as an elected official, to serve on our tribal council. During this time, I have witnessed many changes within our tribe and its continued work towards progress. I have also had the pleasure of speaking with many tribal people, listening to their concerns and their desires for progress. I believe working together we can achieve our common interest of caring for our children and elders as well as provide more opportunities for tribal members. Our tribe must have strong leadership to ensure there are many opportunities for economic development, internship and scholarship programs, among other. I want to work for you and with you on realizing and reaching these opportunities that lay before us. I look to support those things that will benefit the tribe, to be a leader that listens, and values the input of our members, to be fair, honest, and ethical. I am running for Governor and seeking your vote of approval. As Tecumseh stated, we are strong, and together we can and will accomplish great things for the Absentee Shawnee people. Thank you, John Johnson Free Music Lessons Guitar • Bass • Piano • Drums Available to all Native Americans w/CDIB# For details, call Absentee Shawnee Behavioral Health • 405-878-4716 12 ma ti fe ki-te ne se we Health ASTHS February Monthly Update By Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC AST Health Systems Executive Director February is another opportunity to highlight cardiac health and healthy heart awareness within our health programs for our patients and the community, as we also celebrate Valentine’s Day this month. Please ensure you are getting your annual checkup in the new year as well as taking your prescribed medications, maintaining appropriate diet and exercise – be here for your family and everyone else who depends upon you by taking good care of yourself! Our new electronic health record system continues to provide patients more control over their health care and increase the ability to interact with their providers. This new system required the revalidation of all currently registered patients, which went as smooth as possible given the efforts of a dedicated team and especially with our outstanding patients we service! Thank you for helping us continue to improve your care and services! The Healthy Business Award from the OK State Health Department was awarded again to the health system in 2018, further illustrating our continued ability to promote and advance health and wellness to our patients and community. We continue to sustain our nationally recognized Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and actively are preparing for our third year re-assessment due this spring of 2019. We also continue unprecedented patient services expansion never before seen by your health system year to year, with more renovation projects and growth by the tribe, improving the facilities and business atmosphere desired by our patients!ASTHS We are working closely withMonthly the Tribe’sUpdate Title 6 Meal February 2019 program to increase collaboration and improve service delivery by integrating a more holistic approach between our health programs, February is another opportunity to highlight cardiac health and healthy heart awareness our health for our patients and the community, celebrate grants, and the within tribe. We programs will keep everyone updateas we onalsothis importValentine’s Day this month. Please ensure you are getting your annual checkup in the new ant effort of collaboration between the programs throughout year year as well as taking your prescribed medications, maintaining appropriate dietthis and exercise – bewe here for your family and everyone else who study depends upon you by taking good care of yourself! Our new electronic as explore the trial and of process improvements together. health record system continues to provide patients more control over their health care and increase the ability to Please use flu precautions ascurrently we are in another rough interact withcontinue their providers.to This new your system required the revalidation of all registered patients, which went as smooth as possible given the efforts of a dedicated team and especially with our outstanding patients we service! flu season this year as well as the possibility an extended flu season Thank you for helping us continue to improve your care and services! The Healthy Business Award from the OK State Health year. Department waswish awardedeveryone again to the health system in 2018, further illustrating continued ability this We a prosperous and veryourHappy Newto Year, promote and advance health and wellness to our patients and community. We continue to sustain our nationally and continued good health in this New Year – we are strong and recognized Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and actively are preparing for our thirdgreat year re-assessment due this spring of 2019. We also continue unprecedented patient services expansion never before seen because of our patients, our staff, and the tribe thank you for your by your health system year to year, with more renovation projects and growth by the tribe, improving the facilities and dedicated support! business atmosphere desired by our patients! We are working closely with the Tribe’s Title 6 Meal program to increase collaboration and improve service delivery by integrating a more holistic approach between our health programs, grants, We are to announce the AST between Health System Emand the tribe. We will keep proud everyone update on this importantthat effort of collaboration the programs throughout this exploreis theToni trial andDonahoo, study of process improvements together.System’s Please continue Physical to use your ployee ofyear theas we Year AST Health flu precautions as we are in another rough flu season this year as well as the possibility an extended flu season this year. Therapy Director! represent the staff and– weemployWe wish everyone a prosperous She and verywas Happy elected New Year, andto continued good health in this New Year are strong and great because of our patients, our staff, and the tribe - thank you for your dedicated support! ees by an at-large vote of the employees of the health system from the are proud toEmployees announce that the AST Employee of the Year is Toni Donahoo, AST Health System’s 12Weeligible ofHealth theSystem Month Awardees from 2018. CongratuPhysical Therapy Director! She was elected to represent the staff and employees by an at-large vote of the employees lations Toni on a job well done, we all appreciate you very much!!! of the health system from the 12 eligible Employees of the Month Awardees from 2018. Congratulations Toni on a job well done, we all appreciate you very much!!! February 2019 Employees of the Month: Employee of the Month Sacha Almanza, Interim Patient Registration Director Team of the Month Home Health Team Special Leadership Award Misty McGirt, LittleAxe Housekeeping Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC Executive Director February 2019 February 2019 Congratulations Abbe!!!! Health ma ti fe ki-te ne fe we 13 • Lease to Own Homes • Low Rent Housing • Over Income AST member Down Payment & Closing Assistance • College Housing Assistance • February Home Rehab Program 2019 • Storm Shelter Assistance Locations: • Transitional Housing • Over-Income Rental Housing Family of Faith Christian School 8th Grade Girls Basketball Team OCSSA 2A STATE CHAMPIONS! Date: Time(s) Closed: All AST Health facilities CLOSED Noon-5PM PlusCare Clinic & Shawnee Clinic Ext Hours OPEN 5p until 9p (1st Wed of Month) (last patient accepted at 8:30p) Wed., Feb 6th Mon., 18th FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES All AST Health facilities CLOSED except PlusCare Clinic. PC is (President’s Day) All Day OPEN 9a until 5p (last patient accepted at 4:30p) PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFICE Abbe Owings - 8Th Grade Champ In the event of a predicted severe weather forecast, please call ahead for possible health systemBasketball closure or delay: A ST T ribal M ember A bbe O wings, An 8th grad LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE, OK Little Axe Health Center 405.447.0300 • Shawnee Clinic 405.878.5850 • PlusCare 405.447.0477 ♥Proud Momma, Dos Owings of Faith Christian School. On February 13th ,2016 February 13th, Tribal 2016, team w on the O CSSA Abbe Health closures/delays are posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal basketball Health Facebook wallOn “Absentee Shawnee WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM Owings and the 8th grade girls class 2A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!!! Health, Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic”, Twitter @ASTHealth and on the ASTHS website team at basketball took state at the www.asthealth.org. OCSSA 2A class state championship Congratulations Abbe!!!! PROUD MOMMA-­‐Dos Owings Honoring Our Past With Promise for Our Future LIFE is Beautiful Living Meth Free 14 ma ti fe ki-te ne ya we Health Chrissy Wiens Physical Activities Specialist Buster Bread Fitness Manager Brandon Goodman Fitness Technician February 2019 The AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center provides state of the art fitness equipment to help you reach your fitness goals. The AST Fitness Center is available to AST Diabetes Program patients, all Native Americans and their household family members, and the AST employees. Our goal is to provide appropriate and educational fitness training to all AST diabetes patients while promoting a safe, fun, and positive experience. Take some time to come by and visit the Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center today! For more information, please contact Buster Bread or Chrissy Wiens at (405) 364-7298. McKenna Watson Fitness Technician AST Diabetes and Wellness Program The goal of the diabetes and wellness program is to provide a supportive resource to tribal members who are currently diagnosed with diabetes, or at risk and seeking information and/or support for diabetes and personal health. The program will offer guidance on healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercise tips including workout classes with our two certified trainers, and keys to reducing stress. The AST Resource Center fitness room hours are: Monday-Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday CLOSED For more information on the many exciting opportunities available for our tribal community please call our clinic at 405-7017977 or visit our website at www.asthealth.org (Then navigate to our Diabetes and Wellness section under the services section.) February 2019 Health ma ti fe ki-te ne ya li ne MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES CLASSES Aerobic/Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Aerobic/Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Aerobic/Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Aerobic/Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center Aerobic/Strength Circuit 6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m. Chrissy Wiens Little Axe Resource Center 15 Low-Impact Functional Fitness 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Chrissy Wiens LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY HIIT Friday 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Buster Bread LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY Resistance Training 5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Buster Bread Little Axe Resource Center “Low-Impact Functional Fitness”- A low-impact exercise class that assists in improving body movement. Come train to defeat fatigue and improve your strength to better perform your daily activities. Aerobic Circuit 5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Buster Bread Little Axe Resource Center “Circuit Training”- A time-efficient training system aimed at developing strength through a number of pre-determined training stations. “Resistance Training”- Classic resistance training utilizing a variety of fitness apparatus, including resistance bands, dumbbells, kettlebells bodyweight exercises, and medicine balls. “HIIT”- High-Intensity Interval Training alternates between intense training intervals and brief rest periods to give you an short and effective workout. 16 ma ti fe ki-te na ko ta wi fe Local February 2019 February 2019 Local ma ti fe ki-te ne se we fe 17 AST Governor joins Tinker Air Force Base Honorary Commanders Program Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has recently been selected to be in the Tinker Air Force Base Honorary Commanders Program. The Honorary Commanders Program was started in 1996 as COMMSTAR (Community Stars). The program was revised for 2016 as part of AFSC standardization renamed as the Tinker Honorary Commanders Program with class terms extended on an annual basis. Governor Butler-Wolfe will be paired with a key leader from Tinker AFB for a year in which they will learn more about each other’s’ professional responsibilities and strengthen the bonds between the Air Force’s key military personnel and state and community leaders. Throughout the term there will be multiple official Tinker AFB Honorary Commanders events involving the entire class as well as one-on-one activities with respective partners. Honorary Commanders are also invited to attend special events such as unit changes of command and the Star Spangled Salute Air Show. The Honorary Commanders Program held the 2018 Graduation on January 24, 2019. The new 2019 inductees were presented their pins the same night and was met by their assigned leader from Tinker AFB. Governor Butler-Wolfe’s assigned officer is Brigadier General Christopher D. Hill. He is the Commander, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex. As the Commander, he leads a team of over 10,000 military and civilian professionals delivering combat power for America. 18 ma ti fe ki-te fe wa se ke fe February 2019 Local Twila Longhorn-Parker for Tribal Secretary Hello, my name is Twila Longhorn-Parker, I’m the 4th oldest child of Ernest Frank and Vergie Longhorn of Rt. 2, Shawnee, Ok. Our home was located off of Garrett’s Lake road and located in Johnson, Oklahoma. There was 9 children in our family and we were all close as we lived in a 1 bedroom home. My dad was a World War II Vet and often talked to us about our duty to serve in the military as well. Which led to my younger brother Ewell Longhorn and I both served in the Air Force during the Vietnam era. The military was quite beneficial for me as it taught me discipline, duty and integrity to my assignment of job. After the Air Force I got married to David (Rusty) Parker, we’ve been married for 40 years with 2 adult children. A son Shawn Parker who is employed at Tinker AFB in Midwest City and my married Daughter Queta McCuddy. My daughter has 3 sons Jacob 11, Stephen 4 and Gage 4 months 17 pounds. A little information about my background I do have a education and I’m willing to share more information if anyone is interested in seeing my credentials. I’ve found with education for you to really benefit from learning principles and theories. A person really needs the common sense and problem solving abilities to fully benefit from a education. I have learned so much more from actual work experience such as the Department of Defense and from all my years as a Civil Service employee with the U.S. Post Office. One thing I learned was to learn the guidelines, Employee Manual and learning our local union Contract. One way I was able to help my fellow workers was learning how to be a Union Steward which meant I had to be fair and be open minded about listening to people’s issues. I was a Union Steward for 10 years in a plant of 300 workers and I ended up being the Head Primary Steward. I learned attention to detail, research and interviewing all workers, bystanders and Management for complete information. In my capacity I functioned much like a paralegal as I had to gather all government records, list index, cite violation and then type it all out in a Grievance Format. I even participated in our week long Local Union Contract Negotiation and served on a Union Committee that met monthly with Post Office Labor Specialists on unresolved grievances. Through my career even in the Military while stationed at Croughton England there was 10 Manuals in our station that always needed updating and have correction inserted then documented on a log. I volunteered to start doing the updating and correcting all of our Manuals and documenting this fact in a Station Log. There was a huge stacks in some In-Baskets as person assigned to it said, “it’s boring work”. So I ended up doing this additional job on slow nights and when our records were inspected the NCOIC informed the Inspector that I did it in my spare time. I received a Letter of Appreciation for my initiative. I applied for a job with the IHS-PHS in Shawnee as a Dental Receptionist a new position in 1983. On this job I learned the proper handling of Medical Records from the Medical Records Director. I also learned what documentation was needed to be eligible for services and how to build a medical file. Then I noticed I recognized names of Tribal members deceased and files for non-eligible people. I begin to pull old records and box up. I was advised they burned old medical records. I researched the Federal Regulations on Handling of Medical Records and found there was a inventory list, certain kinds of boxes and tape. All medical files had to be listed and mailed to Ft. Worth Federal Records Archives. Not to mention we had to transport all 50 boxes to Fort Worth Depository which the Medical Records Director and I transported. We had to sign in our records and they provided us duplicates of all our transactions in 3 days time. Once the Area HIS-PHS Director Mr. Townsend was informed of all this I did receive a Cash Award and a Letter of Commendation for my efforts. I did work in the Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe’s office for about 2 years and one of the main jobs I performed was purging really out of date records back to 1980’s. Once we determined what was really old we cleaned out 56 boxes that OEH disposed of. Organization was better attained and more current records could be better maintained. I attended a Executive Committee Meeting on January 16, 2019 and it is apparent that our Administrative Policies are not current and not up to date. Such as no employee Policy participating on Committees. I suggested a “No win and No Loss Clause” meaning the qualified employee if they have the abilities and skills they should be considered for Committee positions. If that employee is contributing to the work culture, mission and the over all goals of the Tribe. What happened in the meeting was a qualified employee who put in for a vacant Board position was held up because they had no clear cut policy on employees participating on committees. This is where if we had clear cut administrative policies they would have been able to figure out what to do. This employee has mastered her job and is able to do time management to perform in both positions. But it was tabled. I feel from my past experiences and work procedures knowledge. This is why I’m running for the position of Tribal Secretary of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. We need to research all those boxes of Tribal Resolutions that we gathered from all those old files. Those Resolutions are all our past Tribal laws and they need to be verified if they are still current. I would appreciate your support and your vote for me to help clean up these tribal records. I thank you for your time and attention. Twila Longhorn-Parker Contact: (405) 229-8052 Absentee Shawnee Tribe Behavioral Health Services WHITE BISON, Inc. A Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Substance Abuse Wellbriety Group Meetings Facilitator: John Soap, LPC Every Thursday 5:30pm-6:30pm Shawnee Multipurpose Building (east of the Shawnee Clinic, Bldg. 16) For further information, contact: Shawnee Behavioral Health Services: John 405-878-4716 Little Axe Behavioral Health Services: Dara 405-701-7987 February 2019 Title VI ma ti fe ki-te ge yi ki te fe 19 2019 February 1 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 3 4 10 11 12 17 18 AST Complex Closed Presidents Day 19 Cold Cut Sandwich Veggie Soup LTOP Cookie 20 24 25 26 27 Chicken Strips Mashed Pot/Gravy Veggies Mandarin Oranges Salisbury Steak Mashed Pot/Gravy Brussel Sprouts Mixed Fruit Brisket Pot. Salad Bread Fruit 5 Egg Roll Stir Fry Veggies Rice Fortune Cookie Grilled Chicken Sandwich LTOP Mac Salad/Fruit Chicken Fajitas Bell Peppers & Onions Tortillas Pineapples NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!! CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030 EXT 6227 or 6270 OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER Title VI News... February 1, National Wear Red Day For Women is a massive national public awareness day the first Friday each February, urging women, people from all walks of life, businesses, towns, schools, the media, buildings and landmarks to “go red” and “glow red” to bring attention to the leading killers of women – heart disease and stroke. February 2, Ground Hog Day February 14, Valentine’s Day and we will have a Bingo!! We will have a small bingo at the Shawnee site, in which means there will only be prizes for the 6 Spaghetti w meat sauce Green beans Garlic Bread/Salad Bar 13 Pork & Potatoes Green beans Bread Crisp BBQ Chicken Baked Beans Veggies Pears Chili Dog Onions, Chez Chips 7 Hot Ham & Chez Sandwich Black-eyed Pea Salad Orange 14 21 28 Frito Chili Pie Chez, Onions Cake Tamale Spanish Rice Refried Beans Peaches 8 15 22 Oatmeal Raisins Sausage Patties Scrambled Eggs Sausage Gravy Biscuit Boiled Egg Toast Bacon Fruit Cereal Banana Nut Muffin Sausage Patties Saturday 2 9 16 23 Beans Steakfries Onions Cornbread/Fruit LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS bingo winners, if you have anything you would like to donate as a prize you are more than welcome to bring them and we will plan on having a small bingos alternating from Shawnee and Little Axe. February 18th, AST Complex will be closed; Title VI will not be serving or delivering this day Any questions or concerns please feel free to call us at 405-275-4030 ext 6227 The menu is on the website astribe.com Absentee Shawnee Tribe – Severe Weather Policy effective December 2013 states: 2. PROVISIONS a. Prior to normal starting time it will be announced on one of the local television or radio 9AM TO 11AM channels that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe is open and/or closed based on weather severity. The Governor, and/or designee, will report to these channels: Channel 4, 5, 9, Fox 25; Radio- KTOK 1000; KOCK 1520 AM. Formerly the policy has been that when schools in Little Axe and Shawnee are closed then employees would be allowed administrative leave. This policy seeks to clarify on procedures and gives the decision making process back to the Tribe. b. On days when weather conditions worsen as the day progresses, the Governor or another Member of the Executive Committee may decide to close early. In such cases, a decision and an announcement will be made through email to all employees 20 ne se wi pe ti ke Celebrations February BIRTHDAYS Alberty, Lynnix Carlene Alford, Dianne Susan Alford, Laurie Leann Alford, Makenzie Raychel Alford, Nicholas Blake Alford, Paul Henry Almanza, Sacha Blue Renee Arellano, Jennifer Lynn Argueta, Oneonta Marie Armstrong, Dusty Ridge Asbridge, Sandra Lilrene Atwara, Honey Nicole Barnard, Kevin Michael Belden, Florene Belden, Lois Jean Bennett, Blaine Mattingly Berryhill, Valerie Lynn Bettelyoun, Amber Dawn Bettelyoun, Anthony Bryce Bettelyoun, Lea Dawn Bittle, Joshua Jacob Blanchard Craig, Carolyn Jean Blanchard Sr, Leland Dale Blanchard, Aaron Gabriel Blanchard, Cache Lewis Blanchard, Caden Briar Blanchard, Charles Eugene Blanchard, Denise Louise Blanchard, Joshua James Blanchard, Kellice Lee Blanchard, Rikki Rechele Blanchard, Sierrah Delyn Blanchard, Taylor Jordan Blanchard, Thurman Leon Blanchard, Velma Mae Bowles, Melissa Carole Boyd, Laura Lynn Bread, Charles Michael Bread, Dina Adele Breeding, Kinsley Reece Brokeshoulder-Tyner, Tammy Lynn Brown III, Curtis Jermain Brown, Cody Wayne Brown, Lisa Renee Bryant, Isis Aponi Bullen, Myles Robert Carlson, Scottina Dakota Carnes, Kylee Aleea Lynn Carr, Adoree Celeste Checotah, Eric Wayne Cloud, Doris ( Elephant ) Coddington, William Michael Cooper, Dade Luke Allen Copeland, Val Rochelle Cotney, Trinity Dawn Cottrell, Ryan Thomas Cozad, Anastasia E-mah-doh Creek-Harjo, Josiah Sage Crider, Eric Russell Crocker, Dorothea Carolyn Csoma, Alexander Attila Daugherty, Kenneth Daugherty, Mikenna Hope Daugherty, Serena Mae Davis, Meghan Paige De Shazo, Heather Ann Dean, Minnie Bear Deardorff, Cynthia Ann Deckard, Dakota Dale Deer, Kylee Taryn Deer, Michael Neil Deere, Adina Ann DeLodge, Lena Ruby Rhianna DeLodge, Ruby Leigh Digilio, Brandin Anthony Digilio, Bryon Andrew Downs, Camden Blake Downs, Cayden James Dragoo, Lillian Oakley Dragoo, Micah Lashaun D. Eckles, Debra Lynn Edwards, Kenneth Lee Ellis, Austin Chase Ellis, Jeremy Michael Ellis, Jessica Lyn Ellis, Leroy Emmons, Brian Ross Engledowl, Jasey Belle Fenner, Kayana Isabelle Ferrell, Ethan Shawn Fixico, Stephen Anthony Floyd, Jane Elizabeth Foreman, Joshua Daniel Foreman, Richard Eli Frazier, Devon Leanne Garcia, Amaziah Perez Geissler, Stephanie Dayle Gibson Jr., Ronald Lewis Gibson, Kylakay Virginia Gibson, Paige Nycole Gibson, Paul Brian Gillihan, Dezirea Kristyne Gilman, Juanita Gomez, Wilma Sue Goodman, Blake Samuel Granstrom, Gayla Sue Grass, Wayne Gravel, Olivia Jane Hale, Taliyah Marie Hall, Matteson Roi Ham, Jerred Mace Ham, Rhonda Juliene Harder, Ruth Ellen Harjo, Benjamin Ray Harman II, Joshua Ely Harper, Pauline Aileen S. Hartfield, Jazlynn Shae Harvey, Hally Marie Hayes, Donna Kay Hayes, Jocelyn Cynthia Lorene Hayworth, Che`le Caye Hernandez, Erica Ann Herrera, Robert Manuel Hibdon, Kendra Nicole Hilderbrand, Amy Beth Hill, Stephen Allen Hood III, Warren Weslyon Hood, Dakota Zane Hood, Moria Oloizia Hunter, Audrey Della Huntington, Bradford Paul Hurst, Joseph Douglas Skinner Ibarra, Angel Antonio Irvin, Nathaniel Konrad Jimerson Jr., Robert Jobe, Alexa Lee Johnson Jr., Foster Calvin Johnson Jr., Mark Benjamin Johnson, Cleta Joyce Blanchard Johnson, Cooper Allen Johnson, Grayling Wade Johnson, Henry Kirby Johnson, Jacob Jordan Johnson, Marc Anthony Johnson, Mark Benjamin Johnson, Michael Jeremy Johnson, Pauline Virginia Johnson, Rahstin Allyn Sabbestiun Johnson, Sandra Kay Johnson, Tiffany Sheri Jones III, Timothy Dale Jones, Willie Lee Judkins, Ashley Ann Keith, Andy Ronin Kelly, Ryan Michael Kennedy, Kade Andrew Kickapoo, Derek Anthony Kirby, Gage Robert February 2019 Kitchen, Amber Elisabeth Krackenberger, Sharon Lea Krejci, Ronald Dylan Kupczynski, Joseph Martin Kupczynski, Taysher Martin Lee Lalehparvaran, Ali Jordan Laplant, Scotty Alan Lasarge, Amos Dewayne Lavell, Jade Daniel Leath, Mary Loyse Lehman, Joenita Leigh Lehman, Mikayla Jo Lena-Tiger, Camille Dawn Lewis, Elain Kay Lewis, Pamela Lynn Limbaugh, Jodi Kathleen Little Axe Sr., Danny Little Axe, Justus Phoenix Little Axe, Ronald Dean Little Charley Jr., Scott Little Creek, Larry Dwight Littlebear, Brooklyn Shay Littlebear, Grant Edwin Littlebear, Laura Jan Littlecreek, Cynthia Marie Littlehead, Gary Lynn Logan, Sidna Rae Lenee Longhorn, Avis Elaine Longhorn, Lindsey Marie Longhorn, Nathan Neil Lowe, Kara Michelle Lowe, Taylor Makayla Lumpmouth, Wynona Lee Maddux, Jonathan Webster Tiger Mahardy, Jeffery Andrew Mann, Caylie Grace Mann, Colby Lee Richard Mann, Kyelie Rose Markwardt, Ethan Thomas Marshall, Denia Kay Martinez, Erica Inez Martinez, Hayden Loa Martinez, Jasmine Consuelo Martinez, Shawnee Danielle Masquas, Cora Irene Masquas, Elysia Rose Masquas, Joshiah Lee May, Gina Lanette McDaniel, Kelsey Layne McDoulett, John William McDowell, Farrell Ramon McKinney, Ellen Marie Medina, Elizabeth Ruth Ann Medina, Trinity Lynn Tiger February 2019 Celebrations Melton, Jaycie Taylor Rolette, Madison Fox Grant Miller, Cari Denise Rolette, Madison Joy Miner, Veda Jorene Rowan, Damian Eugene Minesinger, Joshua Brooker Runsabove, Honor Mae Minesinger, Seth Wildcat Sams, Christine Lorraine Mitchell, Benito Miquel Travis Sanchez, Kianna Paola Mohawk, Cherokee Cheyenne Seber, Peyton Eddie Molina Jr., Charles B. Serena, Laveda Moore, Alexia Saranda Shawnee, Lanayah JaN’aee Moore, Thomas Joseph William RanSheets, Angela Christy dall Simpson, Christian Jacob Morton, Joseph Ohland Simpson, Cody Lee Mount, Glenda Dawn Slayton, Brooke Danielle Murdock Jr., Steven Alan Sloat, Douglas James Murdock Sr., Steven Alan Sloat, Meika Ladon Musick, Michael Thomas Smith, Cynthia Diane Nail, Gregory Thomas Smith, Juliana Renee Neely, Ethan Ray Smith, Marvin Novick, River Elaine-Monique Smith, Samuel Ryan Nuno, Phyllis Leeann Smith, Zackery James Odell, Ronnie Lynn Snake, Alvin Matthew Onzahwah, Davani Utonna Snake, Julia DeAnn Onzahwah, Ti Calvin Kachine Snake, Kenneth Lee Owens, Beau Wesley Laine Snake, Lewis George Owings, Abigail Rose Snake, Stewart Lancer Panther, Lydia Denise Snow, Desmond James Panther, Shawn Dell Soap, Sally Clarice Panther-Davis, Tammie Rae Solomon, Billie Jean Tiger Parker, John Wendall Gage Spoon, Edward Joe Perez, Tesla Nichole Spoon, Justin Tyler Perkins, Miranda Deann Spoon, Paisley Rennea Perry, Georgia Grace Spybuck, Garland Charles Perry, Sierra Breanna Spybuck, Gavan Wayne Peter, Kalina Nicole Spybuck, Roberta Ann Pine, Jeremiah Andrew Stevenson, Jodean Ann Ponce, Aisaiah Anthony Stoudemire, Naviah DeAnne Ponkilla, Natalie Jean Strain, Gerald Tousley Pyrch, Jesse Kellen Stryker, Doyle Chad Quraishi, Ibraheem Bin Khalil Stryker, Laurel Brad Raisbeck Jr., David Nathaniel Sullivan, Aizah Vanesse Raisbeck, Samantha Storm Sullivan, Marcus Lee Raisbeck, Samuel Walter Sutton Jr., Jeremy Ray Ramirez III, Florentino Switch, Sabrina Lee Ramirez, Mariah Fay-Ann Switch, Sophia Michelle Ramirez, Matias Noah Tahah, Barton Dale Reyes, Isabel Fe Talton, Dacia Arie Richey, Kodi Rae Jolynn Talton, Kaydince James Ridenour, Sydney Bree Taryole, Laura Lee Rigg, DeeAnn Onahwag Tascier, Sarah Isabelle Riley #619499, Hulbutta Kotcha Tello-Faz, Maria delaLuz Robbins, Blake Anthony Terrell, Xavier Thomas Jackson Robbins, Sasha Mae Thompson, Asher Bryce Robbins, Taylar Paige Thorpe Jr., Edwin James Robison, Ariana Michelle Thorpe Lena, Janice Gail Rolette, Cheryl Lynn Thorpe, Edwin James ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ko te Tiger, Karman Rose Daylee Tiger, Kevin Richard Dewayne Tiger, Soaryn Edward Matthew Tiger, Tammy Cindie Ladawn Tiger, Tyler Matthew Trussell, Sherry Lynn Uchida, Kevin Micheal Vanliew, Timberlynn Raye Vaughn, Dylan Thomas Wade, Justin Lee Walker, Robert Stanley Warrior, Anthony Louis Warrior, Pamela Sue Washington, Olvie Winston Watkins, Destiney Shae Watkins, Jayana Laneis Watson, Adriana Renae Watson, Brent Grynnel Watson, Peyton Deshae 21 Wheeler, Emily Anne Wheeler, Leah J. Whims, Madison Mackenzie White Thunder, Shelby Lynn White, Christopher Alan Whittaker, Caiden Skye Whittaker, Joshua Jay W. Wiley, Prince John Bowen Wilkinson, Kaelynn Rayann Williams, Brennan Marie Williams, Kaylee Nicole Williams, Kevin Bruce Williams, Phoenixx Winter Ryne Wilson Harjo, Reta Marie Wilson, Adam Lee Wilson, Mariana Danyel Wilson, Melvin Wayne Wood, Ryan Ashley Yamutewa, Chebon Dale BOARD POSITIONS OPEN! The following Departments are seeking candidates to fill Board positions: TEC BOARD - 2 POSITIONS ASHA BOARD - ALL POSITIONS GAMING BOARD - 3 POSITIONS ASEDA - 3 POSITIONS TAX COMMISSION - 1 POSITION Please contact the Secretary’s Office for information and applications. (405) 275-4030 ext. 6275 22 ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne se we Celebrations Happy Birthday Justin TylerYou made my heart so very happy 32 years ago! Hope your day is as special as you are! Love, Mom xoxo Justin, Happy Birhtday to our big brother! H ave a great day OLD MAN! Love, lil sis Jili & lil brother Jop Justin Tyler, Happy Birthday to my AWESOME nephew! Aunt loves you so very much! Aunt B Happy birthday to my awesome Grandson Justin Tyler Spoon I’m so proud of you and I love you bunches and bunches. Hugs and kisses to you. Lots of love, Granny Low. February 2019 8 1 y p p Ha ! y a d h t Bir th o s e r a e W ! u o y f o proud always u o y e v Lo d alem an S , d a D Mom, families r u o y l l a Happy Birthday Marvin Smith TO OUR PAPA! We love you to the Moon and Back! Landyn & Ryder Cash Happy Birthday! You are the strongest, most loyal, funniest, and most determined man we know! We love you with all our hearts and hope you have a great day. Sherry & Jordan Share your Celebrations!!! Call AST Media at 405-598-1279 or email your request to stiger@astribe.com by the 15th of the preceding month. Only 1 picture can be used per celebration. If you choose to visit our office and we are not present, please leave your requests in the mail box. February 2019 Celebrations ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne fe we 23 HAPPY BIRTHDAY J.T. LENA Happy Birthday ! Hope you have a good one! Brent Watson, Peyton Watson & Marvin Smith We wish you all a great day! Love The Kasecas Sherry & Marvin Happy Birthday to my beautiful nieces: Chele and Stephanie I wish you both a wonderful day enjoy your families Love Aunt Rhonda Kaseca To my Sugar Babies Kantynn, Lei Ann, & Lynn Lei We love you as big as the sky! Love, Granny and Grandpa K Happy Birthday Shelby Lynn White Thunder Happy 27th birthday Shelby ! Love Mom, Dad, Shelsie, Sheldon, Nakiaus, and Bryson Dale. Rikki Blanchard Happy 40’ish Birthday Love Sis, Tom, Shelsie, Shelby, Nakiaus and Bryson Dale. Happy 55th Birthday Leland Dale Blanchard From Sis, Tom, Shelsie, Shelby, Sheldon, Nakiaus and Bryson Dale. GregHappy Birthday Cousin! Hope it’s a great one! Love you! Sherrie D Happy Happy Birthday Hugs & a Big Kiss to my brother, Garland Charles Spybuck I love you bunches. Your sis, Sadie Uncle Garland, Happy Birthday to my AWESOME Uncle! May you have a great day! Love, your nieces and nephews, Sherrie, Jiliyan, Joplin, Justin, Harvey xoxoxoxo A Big Birthday Wish for my handsome nephew Gregory Thomas Nail. I love you. Your Auntie, Sadie Happy Birthday Velma Blanchard! You are the best Mom ever and I appreciate all your love and support over the years. Love You always, Marvin 24 ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ya we CCDF Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Programs - February 2019 By Briana Ponkilla CCDF Coordinator February 2019 Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Child Care Development Fund Programs 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801 P: (405) 432-8411 Happy New Year to all! The Afterschool Program at Horseshoe Bend was closed in January due to the lack of attendance for that location. If the need arises in F: (405) 878-0156 the future we will look into reopening. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause families in that area. If families in that area have any questions or concerns they may contact me. The Afterschool Program at Shawnee Complex has a waiting list for enrollment. This semester we will be open during out of school times to include school holidays but we will be closed when the Tribe is closed. In April we will begin taking waiting list applications for the Summer School Age Program. Please contact me or LaNora Buswell, ASP Manager, lanora.buswell@astribe.com if you have any questions regarding the ASP Shawnee or SSAP. The CCDF Subsidy Program is still taking applications for child care assistance. Some eligible criteria for the AST Child Care Subsidy the child must have a CDIB card; the family must live within the AST Service area and get a denial letter from DHS for their State Child Care Subsidy; the guardian(s) must be working full-time with verifiable income or going to school full-time in pursuit of a degree up to a Master’s and complete an application. All eligibility requirements can be found in the application. Information regarding the child care subsidy can be found on the astribe.com website under Services and then the Child Care tab. You can also email or call me if you have any questions at 405.432.8411. Both Building Blocks centers are accepting waiting list appliWe would like to encourage all Native children and Non-Native SoonerCare children to schedule an appointment at our clinic during the month of February. cations. The centers will enroll as spots become available so they are Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps constantly working to get children enrolled. Both centers are also taking children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. The American applications for staff to include Teachers, Assistant Teachers and FloatWe would to encourage NativeChildren’s childrenDental and Non-Native Dental like Association sponsors all National Health MonthSoonerCa each ers. If you know of someone who has experience in child care or is inFebruary. terested in a career in the field please ask them to fill out an application.children to schedule an appointment at our clinic during the month of Februar Our Dental clinic will be visiting schools in our service area during Dental Health We try to be competitive to the local child care providers in salary and Developing good habits at anabout earlytheage and scheduling regular dental visits help Month to educate children importance of good dental care habits. benefits. Our goals through the CCDF grant, Building Blocks enterprisechildren Please Littlestart Axe on Health Center and ask for Dental schedule get call a good a lifetime of healthy teeth Department and gums. toThe America and the After School Programs is to provide quality child care to Native you native child or non-native SoonerCare child at (405)-447-0300. and non-native children in our communities. We do this by our innova-Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month eac tive ideas on curriculum and staying abreast of all training and require-February. ments to maintain higher levels of care. We strive to be the best and be better than the best every day. If you are interested in any of these programs or have any ques-Our Dental clinic will be visiting schools in our service area during Dental Heal tions please feel free to contact me at the number above or by email,Month to educate children about the importance of good dental care habits. briana.ponkilla@astribe.com. Ni yi wa! (Thank you) Please call Little Axe Health Center and ask for Dental Department to schedu Briana Ponkilla you native child or non-native SoonerCare child at (405)-447-0300. February 2019 Local Exercise and Diabetes Exercise is crucial when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. For those individuals with diabetes, it is even more important to be active. There are great things to learn when you participate in an exercise program. Did you know that resistance weight training is a great for diabetes management? Or that you don't have to participate in a marathon or swim miles to benefit from an exercise program? Incorporating exercise into your daily life will assist in preventing diabetes, as well as help to resist any long-term complications associated with diabetes. Here are basic some tips before you begin an exercise program: • Make it a habit to check your sugar before and after exercise • Listen to your body. Do not push through any pain. • Fuel and refuel before and after your workouts • Stay hydrated! • Find enjoyable activities • ALWAYS be active! • Walk after meals • Check your feet often before and after exercise Get started! • Check your sugar often before and after exercise to help you to understand the effects of exercise on your body. Our bodies are all different and we may respond differently to exercise compared to others. • If it hurts, don’t do it. Listen to what your body is telling you. Do not ignore physical pain, especially if you are diabetic. • Good snacks before and after exercise includes a piece of fruit, a little bit of peanut butter, yogurt, cheese and crackers, small cup of oatmeal, half a peanut butter (no jelly) sandwich, etc. • Always stay hydrated. Keep a water bottle filled with water, of course. • Always start slow if you haven’t exercised in a long time. We all want to get started immediately but pace yourself and build up to increased exercise intensities. • Remember to wear comfortable socks made for physical activity. Check your feet on a daily basis if you begin to exercise. For any questions pertaining to diabetes and exercise, please contact the AST Diabetes and Wellness Program at 405-364-7298 (Resource Center). Information provided by www.livestrong.com and the AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Program. ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ya li ne 25 26 ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te na ko ta wi fe ASEDA February 2019 ASEDA Report ASEDA continues to set its sights on economic development opportunities within the 8(a) and HUBZone programs which set aside billions of federal contracting dollars each year for small disadvantaged businesses who become certified with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). A timeline has been created to strategically help us meet our goal of having an 8(a) certified company by the end of July 2019, the government shutdown will have some impact on this date so please continue to read the ASEDA monthly report in the tribal newsletter for updates and information regarding where we are at with the certification process. ASEDA was able to visit with Procurement Counselor Berbon Hamilton again on 1/11/19 at the offices of the Tribal Government Institute located in Norman, Oklahoma. Valuable information and insight into 8(a) certification was gained and is being used to possibly expedite completion of the application by reducing research time for records needed to support the application. Registration for the all the required business numbers and agencies is underway, the government shutdown will be a cause for delay with some registrations during this step; nevertheless, we are moving and action is happening to secure some of these federal contracting dollars that are basically designated for tribal entities. Aggressive and specific timelines are in place for ongoing economic development projects, current property expansions/rebuilds and additions to our ASEDA business portfolio. The Executive Committee remains focused on business successes and opportunities that help support ASEDA to create economic prosperity for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and its members. ARE YOU OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT IS GOING OUT WITH A PERSON WHO… > is jealous, possessive, checks up on you or won’t accept breaking up? tries to control you by being bossy, making all the decisions, has to have it his/her way all the time? > screams, yells, puts you down in front of your friends, tells you that you are stupid or ugly? > scares you, makes you wonder if you have done something wrong to make him/her react like this? > is violent, grabs, hits, pushes, or shoves you? > pressures you for sex or tries to force you into having sex? > has a history of bad relationships and blames the other person? > abuses alcohol or drugs and pressures you to take them as well? > keeps you from seeing or talking with family and friends? For more information please contact the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Department. If you or someone you know says “yes” to ANY of the above or if you have any questions you may contact someone at 405-273-2888 for help. This project was supported by Grant No. 2015-TW-AX-0016 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. February 2019 Realty Realty / Probate Greetings! As it was posted in the last month’s newsletter, there have been changes in the Realty Department. Allow me to introduce myself and our new staff. My name is Taylor Carter, and I am the new Interim Realty Director. I was hired on full-time in May of 2018 as a Realty Specialist for the department and was then selected as the Interim Director in December. I’m continuing to learn all the duties of Realty as in regards to Native American Tribal Land. I will be communicating with the Bureau of Indian Affairs for all matters regarding to Realty and will help you as a landowner in any way I can. We recently hired two new people for our department, one is for Probate Specialist and the other is for the Realty Assistant. Cara Usrey is our Probate Specialist and was hired at beginning of the 2019 year. Cara has over 20 years’ experience in Public Real Estate, Records and Closings. She will be processing all the Probates that come into our department. She is currently learning the detail processes for Native American Probates and Realty. Yecica Gutierrez is our Realty Assistant and was hired on in Mid-November 2018. Yecica has over five years’ experience with the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma in the Administration. She is already providing great day to day organization and customer service for our department. Notice to the Tribe and all Tribal Members: The Realty Department works closely with the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Anadarko. As the U.S. Government is still shutdown, our office will continue taking requests. Although limited, we will provide you with as much information as we possibly can. With our changes we are working towards obtaining our computer access to the BIA Network. Once our office has the access, we will be able to process your requests and projects in a timely manner. When the U.S. Government reopens, our department will be able to obtain information and provide updates as requested. The Realty Department and Oklahoma Indian Legal Services (OILS) will be putting on Wills, Trust, and Probate Clinics that are scheduled four times during the 2019 Calendar Year. These clinics are open to all tribal members to help tribal citizens prepare Wills and Probates to ensure that their estates are properly distributed. The first clinic is scheduled for Wednesday January 30th, 2019, from 10 am – 3 pm @ the Multi-Purpose Building on the AST Complex in Shawnee, OK. If you are unable to attend the first clinic, the second clinic will be on Wednesday April 24th, 2019, from 10 am – 3 pm @ the Health Center Conference Room in Little Axe, OK. The following two clinics that are scheduled for later in the year are as follows: Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 from 10 am – 3 pm @ Multi-Purpose Building, Shawnee, OK Wednesday October 30, 2019 from 10 am – 3 pm @ the Health Center Conference Room in Little Axe, OK Please call Stephanie Hudson @ 405-943-6457 to schedule for a one on one appointment at one of the following clinic dates. Lunch will be provided by the Office of the Treasurer. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 405-275-4030, or come by for an office visit. ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te ne se wi fe 27 PURCHASED REFERRED CARE NEWS The AST Purchased Referred Care Team is here to assist you. Please follow the PRC guidelines. Keep a copy on hand and update your information. To update your patient information, please see patient registration. EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE SERVICES SHAWNEE CLINIC PURCHASED REFERRED CARE HAS MOVED. We are now located in SHAWNEE CLINIC (BLDG. 17) Our phone numbers have NOT changed. PRC for a currently enrolled AST citizen who resides in the defined catchment area and needs emergent or urgent care. 1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300, option 9 for triage. 2. Notify PRC on the next business day or within 72 hours after your ER visit. Notification does not assure authorization of payment. However, if you do not notify PRC within 72 hours, your bills will not be paid. 3. For AST citizens with no insurance, evidence must exist that your visit was medically necessary. Medical priorities have been established for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment. 4. For AST citizens with insurance, evidence must exist that a third-party resource has made the determination such services were “emergency care” or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include payment from private insurance. 5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center PRC office or the Shawnee Clinic PRC office. The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation (ITOVR) Program has provided vocational services to Native Americans consumers since 1994, and transition services to students since 2004. For years, our goal has been to empower Native American with disabilities, consistent with their individual strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, and informed choice, to prepare for the transition from school to work or postsecondary school. You design your own customized Individualized Plan of Employment (IPE) with our help. Transition Services help Native American high school junior and seniors with disabilities continue their education, train for a job • ITOVR provide their services to any member of a Federally recognized tribe residing in the seven counties as shown in this image. • • • • Are you an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe? Are you a Junior/Senior in High School? Do you reside in our services area? Disability documentation from a Doctor, Physician or Mental Health Provider noting disability and impediments? An IEP or 504 Plan may bev accepted as proof. • Counsel and Guidance about Training and Education after H.S. • Assistive Devices (Hearing Aids, Walkers, Eyeglasses, Learning Devices, etc.) • Tuition Assistance • Testing Fees (ACT/SAT) • Work Clothing for New Jobs • Career Assessments • Physical or Mental Evaluations • Resume Building, Interview Etiquette, etc. • Other Various Services rvation 28 ne se wi pe ti ke ki-te fe wa se ke fe Cultural Preservation Staff Cultural Preservation tee Shawnee Tribe - , February 2019 Cultural Preservation Shawnee Language Bingo Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 @ 6:00 PM Location: Multipurpose Building, AST Shawnee Complex Absentee Shawnee Tribe Employee Spotlight Employee Spotlight Beading Classes Date: Thursday, February 7 & 21, 2019 @ 6:00 PM Location: Multipurpose Building, AST Shawnee Complex Our Administrative Assistant and Library Technician, Billie, PleaseKimberlee contact Kim Billie to reserve your spot for classes. has worked for the Tribe since October 2017 and has been a great addition to 405-275-4030 Ext. 6416 our department. Her job as Administrative Assistant and Library Technician involves various roles within the department. Her main responsibility is to assist all office staff and oversee the library. maintains direct communication with the Cultural PreservaOurKimberlee Cultural Preservation Pictured above: Director, Suhaila Nease, has worked for shethe isTribe tion Director and theaddition officetotothesee where since July 2016other and Director, hasstaff been in a great team. Her help is needed. She logs Cultural Preservation Suhaila Nease duties as director various mail. different She responsibil-ities within the shop deand tracks allinvolve incoming assists the gift manager with inventory, partment. Her main objective is to maintain direct oversight of all office sales, and customer service. She is familiar with the sales procedures and reenjoys staff and to research and utilize all resources available in order to aide tribal nment quired inreports. alsopreservation. offers insight on the planning stages of all cultural members the growthShe of cultural hould be Pictured above: classes andmaintains is always to offer insight. Suhaila directwilling communication with her oversight and othtivities. Administrative Assistant and er staff in the office to share creative ideas to add growth to the department. rder Library Technician, Kimberlee Shetostays up date on current issues that responsibilities, are perti-nent to cultural In toaddition to her other sheandhas recently taken on the Billie historic preservation. She writes all grant reports, budget justification narrole as our new Library Technician. She barcodes all inventory in the library ratives, close out reports, and maintains com-pliance of all grants in her n needed and keeps track of thebudgets, Library budget.forShe will be working with the department. In addition to grant she Grant is also responsible planning ial. Shegeneral child care fund departments and after school programs in order to setup cultural yearly budgets. g and One of her greatest strengths is her willingness to listen. She enjoys activities for the children. She will also be in charge of coordinating the departsted in to the needs of tribal members and wants to create an environment listening ments biggest summer event, IndigeNerd -Native Arts Festival and Comicon. aimed on what the people want to see. She feels that the department should be geared towards tribal participation and engaging tribal youth in all acd on the of her greatest strengths communication and her ability to be a tivities. SheOne has made several connections within the is U.S. Forest Service in Please teamto player. She ofispotential always willing to assist order bring awareness career opportunities to the and tribe. go above and beyond in whatevIn addition to overseeing all office staff, she assists them when er ways she can. She has a positive attitude and needstrives to do the best at what she ed to ensure all areas of the department are operating to its fullest potential. does. She also works with other departments, tribes, and agencies when planning and coordinating events. She welcomes all tribal members that are interestPlease fortoupcoming Tribal newsletter and on the ed in teaching classeswatch or that want suggest ideas events to contactin theour office. web. Please Stop watch in and out!inLet us know how for check upcomingus events our Tribal newsletter andwe on can serve you. Please conthe Stop in and at: check us out! Let us know how we can serve you. tactweb. Kimberlee Please contact Suhaila at: snease@astribe.com 405-275-4030 Ext. 6345 kbillie@astribe.com 405-275-4030 Ext. 6416 February 2019 Local ne se wi pe ti ke ki-tege yi ki te fe Fractionation Education For Tribal Members Hosted by Department of Interior with Donnie Smith Attention: Absentee Shawnee Realty Department has partnered with the Department of Interior to provide the following information to the tribal members! Fractionation: Inherited undivided interest • How reservation land is owned? • Your Individual Trust Interest (ITI) Report: How to read it? • Who is eligible to inherit your trust land and retain trust status? • Your undivided interests of 5% or more: What happens if you pass away without a written will? • Your undivided interest of less than 5%: What happens if you pass away without writing a will? Absentee Shawnee Tribe Located at the Multiple Purpose Building at the Shawnee Complex On February 2nd, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Breakfast and Lunch provided by Absentee Shawnee Tribe Office of the Treasurer. 29 30 ne fe wi pe ti ke Local Realty Department February 2019 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 crossreference 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. 2018 PROGRAMS If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030. NOW PROBATE Accepting MISSION STATEMENT Applications 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. For Fall OUR 2016 FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICES 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 PLEASE (405) 273-1050 OR COME Trustee for American Indians and theCALL Land Titles and Records Office to distribute assets. BY OUR OFFICE Deadline for applications is June 1, 2016 For more information, visit Haskell Indian Nations University website at www.haskell.edu. 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 LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE, OK. probate process. WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM Should you have any questions, please contact Lea Tsotaddle at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248. 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. February 2019 Local ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ko te 31 HEALTH BILLING NOTICE Due to an error some inadvertent billing has occurred to tribal patients (AST and non-AST patients). Tribal patients WILL NOT have an actual bill for their services, and we regret any confusion this error may have caused. We appreciate your patience as we work to correct this situation. If you have any questions or concerns regarding medical billing from our clinics please contact our Patient Advocate, Jim Robertson, who will be collecting information on any unresolved issues with this situation. Contact information for our patient advocate is (405) 701-7623. 32 ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te ne se we Local February 2019 ! E C I T O N T N A RT IMPO s t e k c o D t r ou C l a n i m i r y The C nd Wednesda 2 m o r f d e nd v o m e v a 2 h o t m p 0 3 : 1 t a s n o o n r . afte m a 0 0 : 9 s g n i n r o m y Wednesda 34 35 February 2019 Local ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te ne fe we Office of Environmental Health & Engineering B r o w n f i e l d Tr i b a l Re s p o n s e P r o g r a 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 have land that you want to use for a business, park, or for cultural purposes, but are worried about possible contamination? If so, you may have a Brownfield site. Typical Brownfield Sites Include:  Abandoned Factories/Buildings/Homes  Burned Homes  Buried Dump Sites  Open Dump Sites  A Large Amount of Tires  Former Cattle Dip Pit Sites  Barrels of Unknown Substances  Old Service Stations  Oil Storage Facilities  Oil/Gas Well Sites  Old Dry Cleaning Businesses If you have a Brownfield site that you would like to develop, 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 Follow us on Facebook to view and comment on current and upcoming projects www.facebook.com/ ast.environmental.programs 33 These are brie These are brie with disabilities. If you have a child or know of a child that would enjoy a cade safe, hard • A• A m cade ic in ( m K ic12) (copy KP 12 rao hard copy atsth interactive and engaging learning environment, please call or come by one of funds funds can be can us be ed u for e our locations today! funding funding limit for limit the for aca t 34 ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ya we TAX CATEGORY JANUARY Sales (6%) Gaming % of free cash Employee (1%) Severance (8%) Motor Vehicle Motor Fuel Taxes (Qtrly.) Tobacco Refund FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL Miscellaneous MAY $6,955.22 $128.33 $20,250.34 $16,709.62 $1,001.46 $150,000.00 $300,000.00 $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $150,000.00 $11,386.59 $11,609.31 $11,506.02 $13,835.58 $15,173.37 $4,549.73 $3,384.15 $2,620.73 $2,103.29 $1,865.19 $11,963.40 $18,890.16 $20,352.65 $17,819.28 $18,981.52 $35,258.38 $0.00 $0.00 $33,471.68 $0.00 $4,367.11 $4,026.41 $3,903.11 $6,090.62 $6,785.14 $224,480.43 $338,038.36 $258,632.85 $240,030.07 TOTAL TAXES $122.50 $142.65 February 2019 Taxes FY-2018 YTD TAX COLLECTIONS (thru 12/31/2018) $298.25 • degrees, degrees, one associate oneand asso on some levelslevels are determined are determi b for grad GED • you! G• radua Gradua te Sch te olSc arsh h oi lp a We look forward to sharing your child’s learning years with •one Job T can fund can fund one graduate gra maxi time and time part-time and part-time statu • accredi Job In our Shawnee location, we have two available options: Early HeadYEAR-TO-DATE Start %im OF TAXES calenda • Bi • g B Jiim g J Y ou th Y ou A tw h train (Birth to 3), & Head Start (3 up to 5). 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Our qualified and School School graduates. graduates. Prog expe Program • Job • T Job rain T ing rain A ing du lt A dedicated staff provide rich learning environments where parents are encouraged vocational vocational institutions. institut year. • Zahn to volunteer! If you are interested in our program, please contact our office in program. program. • graduat Zahn • Higher • Higher Education: Education E your area to complete an application. $137.26 $157.65 $8,857.87 $235.00 $169.40 $150.45 $82,451.05 $1,000.00 FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: All funding is Attention: $3,064,612.84 Applications $3,090.41 POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND TOTAL COLLECTIONS $224,602.93 $338,181.01 $258,931.10 $240,238.07 $194,104.93 $227,638.48 2.69% 516 Iowa St., $283,745.35 $300,897.48 $265,582.90 Melanie Williams (405) 275-4870 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 $171.00 $9,574.83 All application All applicatio Services 0.10%and s For more infor For more infor NATIVE AMERICAN ACCEPTED) $240,555.87 $228,772.63 $263,132.65PROGRAM $283,914.75 (ALL $301,047.93 $266,582.90 $3,067,703.25 800-256-3341 100% ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by offering educational information and referrals. Transitional Housing The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a new life. 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 (405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225 Court Advocacy Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders. Shelter Placement Assistance The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for the victim and children may also be available. Funded through SAHMSA Native Connections Grant in providing Housing and Utility Assistance Assists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility assistance. support by: • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE • VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE • CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD • NOTARIZED TITLE • NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or PURCHASE AGREEMENT • LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments) • LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien) F Extending an out outreach through community partnerships to inPLEASE crease awareness of Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in the Community Outreach community. LOCATED The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings,  Referral Assistance Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program. informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal and Non-Tribal communities.  *TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS* Note: You may be asked to provide supporting documentation for verification purposes. • VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE • VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE • CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD • PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION *ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER* 1-4 YEARS 5-8 YEARS 9-12 YEARS 13-16 YEARS 17- OVER YEARS $0.25 A DAY Increasing the participation of youth, parents, tribal leaders, and health providers in developing mental health service and treatment options based on the cultural values and practice of the Native 38 community. For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888. $85 $75 $55 $35 $15  Easing the impacts of substance use, mental health illnesses, and trauma in native communities.  Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood. If you would like to know more about this program, please contact us! Linda Gouge Grant Coordinator (405)701-7988 Victoria Andrews Grant Assistant (405)701-7995 Little Axe Health Center Li-Si-Wi-Nwi Health, Inc. 15951 Little Axe Drive Norman, OK 73026 “This flyer was developed under a grant number SM080181 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration (SAMHSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The views, policies, and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of SAMHSA or HHS.” W Norman 73069 FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: February 2019 Enrollment Enrollment Department ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF&OKLAHOMA POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, CLEVELAND NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM (ALL ACCEPTED) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT FAMILIES MUST LIVE IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: XE HEALTH CENTER OPTOMETRY UAL BENEFITS & DISCOUNTS XE HEALTH CENTER OPTOMETRY UAL BENEFITS & DISCOUNTS nee Tribal Members with Vision Insurance: e Shawnee Tribal members who have vision insurance will have their insurxam and any prescribed optical products. The Tribal benefit will be used for costTribal for prescription eye glasses or contact lens, not to exceed the $350.00 nee Members with Vision Insurance: gh the ASTHS Contract Health Services. If the amount exceeds the $350.00 ember will be responsible forwho the out pocket expense.will have their insure Shawnee Tribal members haveofvision insurance xam and anyMember prescribed optical products. The Tribal will be used for entee Tribal with insurance chooses to seebenefit an outside provider eible costfor fornotifying prescription eye glasses or contact not to(405.701.7951 exceed the $350.00 ASTHS Contract Healthlens, Services gh the ASTHS Health Services. If the amount exceeds the $350.00 . Their benefitContract within the Absentee Shawnee Optometry Department ember will be responsible for the that out ofwas pocket expense.for the vision he amount within the $350.00 left unused you were seen December 2016 your visionto benefit lastsprovider until entee Tribal Member with31, insurance chooses see anyear outside 7.) ible for notifying ASTHS Contract Health Services (405.701.7951 . Their benefit within the Absentee Shawnee Optometry Department he amount within the $350.00 that was left unused for the vision nee Tribal Members Vision you were seen Decemberwithout 31, 2016 your visionInsurance: benefit year lasts until 7.) e Shawnee Tribal members who do not have vision insurance must use the Optometry Department to receive their eye exam at no charge and their efit the costMembers of prescription eye glasses or contact lens. If the amount exneeforTribal without Vision Insurance: benefit the Tribal member will be responsible for the out of pocket expense. e Shawnee Tribal members who do not have vision insurance must use the Optometry Department to receive their eye exam at no charge and their nee Tribal who outside of the efit for the costMembers of prescription eyelive glasses or contact lens.catchment If the amountarea: exbenefit the Tribal member will be responsible for the out of pocket expense. e Shawnee Tribal members who reside outside of the catchment area atomie, Logan, Lincoln, and Oklahoma counties) may still utilize their tribal se theTribal Absentee Shawnee Optometry department exam and/ area: nee Members who live outside of for thetheir catchment al products. The allotted $350.00 will be used towards prescription eye ns. If the amount thewho $350.00 benefit the Tribal memberarea will be e Shawnee Tribalexceeds members reside outside of the catchment ut of pocket costs. atomie, Logan, Lincoln, and Oklahoma counties) may still utilize their tribal se thetoAbsentee Shawnee Optometry exam and/ need ensure they have updated theirdepartment chart. This isfor totheir include updated al products. The allotted $350.00 will be used towards prescription eye forms. ns. If the amount exceeds the $350.00 benefit the Tribal member will be ut of pocket costs. ducts/charges of the allowed benefit schedule: need to ensure theyoutside have updated their chart. This is to include updated forms. ducts/charges outside of the allowed benefit schedule must be paid for example, patients who do not require corrective lens but chose to get colored scription sunglassesoutside these willof bethe at their own expense. All schedule: charges will need ducts/charges allowed benefit ance following the payment guidelines posted in the office. NO CASH WILL ducts/charges outside of the allowed benefit schedule must be paid for example, patients who do not require corrective lens but chose to get colored scounts allowed scription sunglassesfirst these will be at their own expense. All charges will need must be exhausted before discounts can be applied. ance cannot following payment guidelines posted in the office. NO CASH WILL rtion bethe discounted. scounts allowed must be exhausted first before discounts can be applied. rtion cannot be discounted. PTOMETRY 35 POTTAWATOMIE, PAYNE, LINCOLN, & CLEVELAND Health/Mental Health/Disabilities Manager ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te ne ya li ne Melanie Williams (405) 275-4870 NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM (ALL ACCEPTED) 1535 N McKinley, Shawnee 74801 15702 East State Hwy 9 Norman, OK 73026 Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBEareOF OKLAHOMA The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs on-call 24 hours per day to provid Enrollment would like to clarify on emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations an DOMESTIC VIOLENCE whyasDEPARTMENT we are updating en- b throughout the legal system. The programs also serve a resource center toour the tribal community offering educational information and referrals. rollment cardCDIB. 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For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawne Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888. Did You Know..... Did You Know…… Did You Know..... Didchanges You Know…… Any name Any name changes that thatmay mayoccur occur marriage, divorce, need totooccur bebeoccur updated (ie:marriage, Anyname name changesetc.) may (i.e. divorce, etc.)that need updated Any changes that may BEFORE any new through enrollment, marriage, divorce, etc.) need to be updated (ie: enrollment, BEFORE anyupdated new (i.e.through marriage, divorce, etc.) need to be or renewals can beany processed. registrations BEFORE new through enrollment, registrations or renewals can be processed. through enrollment, BEFORE any new 36 ne fe wi pe ti ke ki-te na ko ta wi fe AST Education Dept Now Accepting Applications for Scholarships AST Education Department: Big Jim Youth Awards We will begin taking applications for the 2018-19 Big Jim Youth Awards on January 1, 2019. High school seniors of both genders within the 50 United States are eligible to apply for these awards for the 2018-2019 school year. Applications will be accepted from January 1 to March 31, 2019 by US mail or email, official transcripts must be mailed. The official application form will be available in December 2018 at www.astribe.com under the Education Department. The $1,000.00 award is in the form of a scholarship to the college or university where the award recipient will attend for the fall 2019 semester. The scholarship must be used for the fall 2019 semester. We will begin accepting a [Text truncated at 120,000 characters. The full text is on the page linked above.] --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3Ada635046202aecab. Public record. Not legal advice.