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OFFICAL NEWSPAPER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

June 2020

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www.astribe.com

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Volume 31, No. 6

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“Among the Shawnee”

Patrons line up outside the Thunderbird Casino for its soft reopening on Monday, May 11, 2020, in Norman, Okla. The casino is operating at a third of its

capacity and spacing out machines six feet apart while implementing temp checks at the door and enforcing masks. [Chris Landsberger/The Oklahoman]

FROM THE ELECTION

COMMISSION:

Tribal Members:

The Annual Election will be

held on Saturday, June 20.

2020. The voting polls will

be located at the Little Axe

Resource Center on Peebly

Road and at the AST Health

Multipurpose Building on the

Tribal Complex in Shawnee,

Oklahoma.

The polls will be open from

8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at

both locations.

A sample ballot is published

in the newsletter.

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AST Health System

now is providing a 24/7

AST Health System

24 hour LIVE Corona

Virus (COVID-19)

Information Number:

(405) 695-1787 to help

tribal members

TIGER REUNION

Due to the Covid-19 virus,

we have changed the date

of our reunion to June

21, 2020. At the same

place, Little Axe Shelter

at Thunderbird lake. Will

send out another reminder

in June. Hope to see

everyone then.

Thank you, Jan Maxwel

Employee Emberly Kieffer sanitizes a gaming machine for patrons at the

Thunderbird Casino for its soft reopening on Monday, May 11, 2020, in Norman,

Okla. The casino is operating at a third of its capacity and spacing out machines

six feet apart while implementing temp checks at the door and enforcing masks.

[Chris Landsberger/The Oklahoman]

By KEN MILLER

May 12, 2020

Patrons stay spaced out as they play games at the Thunderbird Casino for its

soft reopening on Monday, May 11, 2020, in Norman, Okla. The casino is

operating at a third of its capacity and spacing out machines six feet apart while

implementing temp checks at the door and enforcing masks. [Chris Landsberger/

The Oklahoman]

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) —

Hundreds of people stood in

line Tuesday waiting to enter a

casino in central Oklahoma that

has been allowed to reopen with

social distancing restrictions and

sanitation safeguards in place to

protect against a resurgence of the

coronavirus.

They understand and when we tell

them to put a mask on they put their

mask on,” Caruso said.

“It was time for everyone to get

back to work, we were ready to get

back to work,” said Sam Caruso,

general manager of the Thunderbird

Casino in Norman. “It just seemed

like the right time to do it. We

decided to do what we call a soft

opening without a lot of fanfare.”

“Health professionals advise that recent

measures enacted to help mitigate

the spread of the virus are beginning

to work because of widespread

participation,” Anoatubby said in a

statement.

The reopened casino in Norman

limited the number of patrons to

200-225, while a sister facility in

Shawnee allowed about 100 inside

— both about one-third of capacity,

Caruso said. No table games are

open, he said.

Those inside must wear masks and

maintain 6-feet of distance from

others, although couples are allowed

to sit together, he said.

“Every guest that has come in the

facility has been very appreciative.

Several other tribal casinos in the state

remain closed. Chickasaw Nation

Governor Bill Anoatubby said in that

tribe’s casinos will remain closed at

least through Friday.

The Cherokee, Choctaw and Muscogee

(Creek) nation casinos also remain

closed.

“Local health benchmarks do not

suggest that now is the time to reopen

... the Muscogee (Creek) Nation

casinos,” Principal Chief David Hill

said in a statement.

Of approximately 130 tribal casinos

statewide, five have reopened on a

limited basis, according to Oklahoma

Indian Gaming Association director

Sheila Morago. Nationwide, some 500

Native American casinos have shut

down.

All Cultural Preservation

activities have been canceled

until further notice.

Thank You

Carol Butler

Cultural Preservation Director

Executive Committee

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John Johnson

GOVERNOR

Governor’s

REPORT

JOHN JOHNSON

AST Governor

Absentee Shawnee Tribal

Members, I know this has been

a difficult and worrisome time for

everyone, but I wanted to provide

you with a quick update regarding

AST’s COVID response and

reopening. Tracking the hospital

and incident rates and finding that

the numbers have remained at a

manageable level, the Absentee

Shawnee Tribe has begun slowly

reopening our administrative

campus.

As I have said during this entire

pandemic, the safety and wellbeing of the Tribe and our

employees is my first priority. We

will continue to reopen in a way

that we believe benefits AST.

We encourage our members to

conduct tribal business by phone

or email when possible. If you

need to visit the campus, please

call, and set up an appointment

beforehand so that we can

ensure the correct department or

employee is available to assist

you with your issue.

As far as the State of Oklahoma,

they are moving into Phase 2

of the Open Up and Recover

Safely (OURS) Plan. There are

still limits on social gatherings,

but they will increase from 10

to 50 people. All activities will

need to follow guidelines for

safety, which includes masks

and other standards. Everyone

should continue to maintain

social distancing practices when

they are out. All nursing homes

and hospitals remain closed to

visitors.

Also, as many of you have

probably either read or heard,

the tribes across the United

States have started to receive

the first pay-out from the funding

promised through the CARES

Act. These dollars are restricted.

Numerous guidelines and

regulations are attached to these

funds, and they are to be used

to cover costs that we sustained

while fighting the virus and

through the recovery. We are

hopeful that this funding will allow

our Tribe to recover a portion of

our losses.

Lastly, please continue to follow

CDC guidelines – wash your

hands and stay home if you do

not feel well. It is also important

to continue checking on your

family and friends, particularly

those that fall into the high-risk

category.

Kenneth Blanchard

LT.

Ezra DeLodge

GOVERNOR

SECRETARY

June 2020

Phillip Ellis

TREASURER

Atheda Fletcher

REPRESENTATIVE

REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT

Work: (405) 275-4030 Ext. 6239

Cell: (405) 287-5247

afletcher@astribe.com

Greetings Tribal Members:

I hope that everyone is safe and healthy. The spring weather has been nice enough to grant time to plant gardens

and plenty of rain and sunshine to boost the garden growth. If you don’t have a garden, then just sitting and watching

this ever changing Oklahoma weather is a joy as well. Regardless, my hope is that all Tribal Members enjoy each and

every day to its fullest.

During this pandemic, I have continued to perform my duties as an elected official of the tribe.

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I have continued to work with each of my directors to ensure that the essential day-to-day operations are

performed;

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I have responded to various Tribal Members’ emergency issues, requests and questions;

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I have also continued participation in Oklahoma Tribal Leaders conference calls to discuss various topics

that all tribes are facing at this time;

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Continuous participation in all of AST Emergency Management meetings monitoring the developments

during this crisis;

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Work alongside Governor Johnson on all issues that arise during the pandemic; and

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Continue work on the current projects that I have undertaken.

I will continue to fulfill my obligations as an elected official. Following is a brief summary of all other activities.

Cultural Preservation

The Cultural Preservation Department has continued to carry out essential day-to-day operations to ensure the

department continues to function properly. Ms. Carol Butler, the Cultural Preservation Director, and Ms. Merry

Rodriguez, the Gift Shop Manager, have been working on a plan to open the gift shop that will ensure safety and protect

the health of all once the complex fully opens to visitors.

The THPO program has continued working from home to make sure federal projects do not go un-reviewed. Ms.

Devon Frazier, the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, continues to answer all emails from Federal Agencies concerning

Section 106 projects. She also continues to take part in teleconference calls with different Federal Agencies. Ms. Ashley

Brokeshoulder, the THPO Specialist, continues to review, research and send correspondences for Section 106 projects as

it concerns the communication’s industry.

The department in conjunction with the Grants Department has also been working diligently on a few grants. Ms.

Butler provided all the necessary documents for the IMLS Basic Library grant, and the application was submitted in the

early part of April. Also, Ms. Frazier and Ms. Butler provided all the necessary documents for the THPO grant, and the

application was submitted at the end of April. Currently, Ms. Butler is working with the Grants Department on an ANA

Language grant.

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Sending out a huge

Congratulations to

Michael Hastings!

He has received his Bachelors Degree from California State

University Stanislaus. Michael is proof that hard work pays off,

never loosing sight of his goals and excelling every step of the way.

He, along with a team of his peers have taken part in and WON

numerous competitions in his field of study. Traveling throughout

California, he has always represented himself, his school and his

team with great respect, maturity and pride.

Michael, you deserve to be celebrated for all that you have

achieved. Keep going for everything that you want in life. What you

have accomplished is just the beginning. You make your family

enormously proud and you are loved beyond words or measure.

Congratulations Michael!! You did it!! We can’t wait to see what’s

next for you.

Congratualtions to Mady McDowell for graduating from Joplin High School!

WHEN DO I

CALL 911?

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

Fire and EMS) may become overloaded because of patients requesting

assistance when it is not a real emergency.

During this national emergency, we

know and understand how anxious

and overwhelmed people can become.

However, we ask that all Oklahomans

follow the CDC guidance for COVID-19

and not call 911 when there isn’t a real

emergency.

When to Seek Medical Attention:

If you develop emergency warning signs

for COVID-19 get medical attention

immediately. Emergency warning signs

include*:

· Trouble breathing

· Persistent pain or pressure in the chest

· New confusion or inability to arouse

· Bluish lips or face

Call 911 if you have a medical emergency:

If you have a medical emergency and

need to call 911, notify the operator

that you have or think you might have,

COVID-19. If possible, put on a facemask

before medical help arrives.

We understand and appreciate how this

guidance goes against everything that

we have been taught and have come to

expect from our all of our emergency

services. However, the exposure risks are

too high to risk calling EMS unless it is a

true emergency.

STAY HOME.

STAY SAFE.

STAY INFORMED.

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your

medical provider for any other symptoms that

are severe or concerning.

INFORMATION + UPDATES

CORONAVIRUS.HEALTH.OK.GOV

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

T U L S A H E A LT H

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BALLOT

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

ANNUAL ELECTION

JUNE 20, 2020

VOTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cast your vote by placing an [x] or [✓] mark in the box next to

the candidate of your choice.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

LT.GOVERNOR (4 Year Term)

Sacha Almanza -------------------------------- [

]

Anthony “Tadpole” Johnson ------------------ [ ]

TREASURER (4 Year Term)

Isaac Gibson, Jr. -----------------------------

[ ]

Kenneth Blanchard ---------------------------

[ ]

David Deer ----------------------------------- [ ]

Leah D. Bender ------------------------------- [ ]

Joseph Blanchard ----------------------------- [ ]

Betty L. Watson ------------------------------- [ ]

REPRESENTATIVE (4 Year Term) Atheda W. Fletcher ---------------------------

[ ]

Andrew Warrior ------------------------------- [ ]

Alicia “Aly” Edwards-Miller ----------------- [ ]

ELECTION COMMISSION

COMMISSION MEMBER #1

James Cody Spybuck, Jr. ----------------[

]

COMMISSION MEMBER #2

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Education

June 2020

ABOUT ATHEDA

ATHEDA

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I am a proud Shawnee Elder. During my term I have honorably

served as your Tribal Representative. I stand for preserving

our CULTURE, supporting PROGRESS for our Tribe, and

upholding INTEGRITY within our government. I am a selfmotivated and action oriented type of leader.

I have gained broad experiance in the private sector working

for a billion dollar organization. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in

Human Resource Management and a minor in Finance from an

accredited university.

TO PROVIDE

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Enhanced our Cultural Preservation Department to incorprate

additional cultural activities for our Tribal members and

youth

Expanded the Gift Shop to offer services to Little Axe

Community

Implemented a subsidy that produced $209,000 of revenue to

our tribe in 2019

FOR

Reviewed and overhauled the employee benefit packages

resulting in a 14.8% savings to the Tribe

R E P R E S E N TAT I V E

Reduced legal fees for the Gaming Commission by more than

50% for a savings to the tribe

“Culture, Progress, Integrity”

Continued to lead and support tribal operations during

COVID-19 and assisted with Recovery Plan

MISSION

1 SUPPORT OUR HERITAGE AND CULTURE by

preserving our language. Our sovereignty is

strongly dependent upon the survival of our

language. We must pass it down to our youth to

ensure that our culture and traditions are protected.

In my term we have made great strides to bridge

these gaps. But there is so much more to achieve.

If re-elected I plan to progress this endeavor by

continuing my work with the Tribal Youth, Elders

and Community. I will continued to seek avenues

to serve our Tribal People and build a bright future

for generations to come. This starts with teaching

our traditions and language to our youth.

UNITE AND LEAD OUR TRIBAL PEOPLE into a

sustainable future. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has

continued to stay stagnant due to political strife.

Our Tribe is at a critical time, and we need leaders

who are ready to work beyond differences and move

forward. As a Tribal Leader, I will focus on a

strategic economic development plan that will move

the tribe toward self sufficiency. I have worked

tirelessly in my term to push for progression and

stability for our People. If re-elected I will

continue to fight for the voice of our people and the

progression of our Tribe.

ENSURE OUR ELDERS HAVE SUPPORT though our Tribal programs. There are many opportunities for our

Tribe to create programs to better support our Elders. One that is near and dear to my heart is the

Assisted Living Center. I have been spearheading this project and if re-elected I will see this to it’s

completion. We must do better.

ATHEDA FLE TCHER for REPRESENTATIVE

JUNE 20th

FDIC

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Local News

June 2020

LT. GOVERNOR

PROVEN • TRUSTED • EFFECTIVE • LEADERSHIP

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

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

• Check our website asthealth.org

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

Emergency Alert and Critical Information Program”)

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

“Absentee Shawnee Tribe”

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

& request you are enabled for text alerts

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

Shawnee-405.878.5850, & PlusCare-405.447.0477

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

appointment statuses and receive notiﬁcations (use practice code:

JEDEBD, if you need assistance call patient registration)

o SEE HEALOW INFORMATION ADDED

JEDBEBD

Classifieds

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FOSTER CARE LICENSING COMMITTEE

QUALIFICATIONS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS

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

extend the deadline until 01-Nov-2021

for the adult gift cards from 2019.

Please contact the AST Finance department

for more details.

(405) 275-4030 Bralynn Barnes

or email at bbarnes@astribe.com

(a)

A Committee Member may be a member of the Tribe.

(b)

No person shall be barred from serving on the committee because

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

Tribal license.

(c)

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

age and legally capable of entering into a binding contract.

(d)

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

involving embezzlement, fraud or moral turpitude shall serve

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

background checks will be necessary for each new and/or

reappointed existing committee member.

(e)

Each Committee Member shall take an oath to support and defend

the constitution, rules and regulations of the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe.

(f)

It is strongly recommended each Committee Member complete the

application process to become an Emergency Protective Foster

Home and therefore be licensed through the Tribe.

Applicants can apply by picking up the application with your

letter of intent at the Secretary’s office.

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

Name: ______________________________________________________ CDIB: _____________________

Address: _____________________________________________ City:______________ State:___________

Phone: _________________________________ Email:__________________________________________

ASEDA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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

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

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

research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests and performing

clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging

conference calls and scheduling meetings.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Have you served on any other committees? _____________________________________________________

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Manage and maintain ASEDA Staff schedules and meetings.

Communicates with media on needs for public relations activities inclusive of

storylines, photo opportunities, etc.

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

and other related informational needs.

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

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

software.

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

significance and plan their distribution.

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

Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquires.

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

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

Make travel arrangements for ASEDA Staff.

Other duties as assigned by ASEDA Staff.

EDUCTION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

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

administrative experience in business or public administration or an equivalent

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

for year of the required education.

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

computer skills.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Native American Preference/EOE/Drug Free Workplace

________________________________________________________________________________________

What is your Highest Education Level? ___________________________________ Major: _______________

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

__________________________________________________________________________________________

References

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

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

Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: __________________________

Please include your letter of intent.

The Education Department

is seeking up to three (3)

Members to serve

on the Education Committee.

Please contact the Education Department

with any questions at tresham@astribe.

com

or (405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242

As of August 2019 Advertising Rates/Placement have changed

for the Absentee Shawnee Newsletter.

The paper is no longer able to continue with free advertising

space. Thank you! Your continued support and understanding is

a valuable asset!

Sherman Tiger

AST Media Director

stiger@astribe.com

405-598-1279

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June 2020

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SAY YES TO

SUN PROTECTION

SKIN CANCER IS THE MOST

COMMON CANCER IN THE U.S.

ONE in FIVE Americans will develop skin cancer

in their lifetime, and one person dies from melanoma,

the deadliest form of skin cancer, every hour.

SAY NO TO SKIN CANCER

TALKING CIRCLE

THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF SUNSCREENS:

Since exposure to

the sun’s harmful

UV rays is the most

preventable risk factor

for skin cancer,

protect your skin by:

SEEKING SHADE

WEARING PROTECTIVE

CLOTHING

APPLYING SUNSCREEN

TO ALL SKIN NOT

PHYSICAL

SUNSCREEN

CHEMICAL

SUNSCREEN

This sunscreen WORKS LIKE A SHIELD;

it sits on the surface of your skin,

deflecting the sun’s rays.

This sunscreen WORKS AS A SPONGE,

absorbing the sun’s rays.

Look for the active

ingredients ZINC OXIDE and/or

TITANIUM DIOXIDE.

Opt for this sunscreen if you have

SENSITIVE SKIN.

COVERED BY CLOTHING

SUPPORT GROUP FOR SURVIVORS OF ELDER

ABUSE, CHILDHOOD SEXUAL OR PHYSICAL

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

HOMICIDE VICTIMS

Look for one or more of the following

active ingredients: OXYBENZONE,

AVOBENZONE, OCTISALATE,

OCTOCRYLENE, HOMOSALATE and

OCTINOXATE.

This formulation tends to be EASIER

TO RUB INTO the skin without

leaving a white residue.

If you have concerns about certain sunscreen ingredients, use

the information above to choose an alternative that works for

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

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

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

when outdoors, or after swimming or sweating.

If you have questions about

how to protect your skin

or choose a sunscreen, talk

to a board-certified

dermatologist or learn more at

SpotSkinCancer.org.

20-260-CMM

OUR SUPPORT GROUP ENCOURAGES

PERSONAL HEALING WHILE PROVIDING YOU

WITH SPACE TO SPEAK FREELY AND

HONESTLY ABOUT LIFE EXPERIENCES WHILE

PARTICIPATION IN A CULTURALLY SPECIFIC

HEALING OPTION.

ALL GROUPS ARE CONFIDENTIAL

& ALL ARE WELCOME

FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

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

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED CALL FOR

LOCATION AND DETAILS- ALL ARE WELCOME

EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

TRIBAL VICTIM SERVICES

WENDY STAFFORD

(405)695-9125

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

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

Tax Information

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June 2020

Tax Commission

FY-2020

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(thru 4/30/2020)

Fiscal Year 2020 - YTD Tax Collections ( through 4/30/2020)

TAX

CATEGORY

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

Sales (6%)

Gaming % of free cash

Employee (1%)

Severance (8%)

Motor Vehicle

Motor Fuel Taxes (Qtrly.)

Tobacco Refund

$7,499.91

$250,000.00

$18,216.80

$3,817.67

$14,622.24

$43,922.66

$8,640.57

$8,834.40

$200,000.00

$19,868.77

$0.00

$15,652.41

$0.00

$7,320.64

$13,276.94

$3,782.80

$200,000.00 $250,000.00

$8,424.95

$22,071.85

$4,177.14

$0.00

$9,718.02

$14,375.66

$0.00

$38,779.48

$6,906.11

$6,651.73

$0.00

$33,394.05

$900,000.00

$68,582.37

$7,994.81

$54,368.33

$82,702.14

$29,519.05

TOTAL TAXES

$346,719.85

$251,676.22

$242,503.16

$335,661.52

$0.00 $0.00 $0.00

$0.00

$1,176,560.75

Miscellaneous

$874.50

$69.15

$119.00

$76.00

$0.00 $0.00 $0.00

$0.00

$1,138.65

0.10%

$347,594.35

$251,745.37

$242,622.16

$335,737.52

$0.00 $0.00 $0.00

$0.00

$1,177,699.40

100%

TOTAL COLLECTIONS

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

TAX COMMISSION

~ TAG AGENCY ~

NOW ACCEPTING

Credit/Debit

Effective May 1 2019, the tag office will

be accepting credit and debit cards.

Please note: a convenience fee of 2.75%

will be added.

The AST Tag Office has New Hours!

We are open through lunch!

All day 8:00am - 5:00pm

JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER

$0.00

DECEMBER

YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES

TOTAL

COLLECTED

2.84%

76.42%

5.82%

0.68%

4.62%

7.02%

2.51%

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EXPERIENCE • WISDOM • KNOWLEDGE

June 2020

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This project provides support in:



Extending an out outreach through community partnerships to increase

awareness of Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in the community.



Increasing the participation of youth, parents, tribal leaders, and health providers in developing mental health service and treatment options based on the

cultural values and practice of the Native community.



Easing the impacts of substance use, mental health illnesses, and trauma in

native communities.



Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood.

If you would like to know more about our program, please contact us!

Margo Wahpekeche

Linda Gouge

Grant Coordinator

405-701-7995

Grant Project Director

405-701-7989

The Tiger Family Reunion 2020

is scheduled for June 21.

At Lake Thunderbird,

Little Axe Area pavilion.

All family and friends of the late Jim

Tiger and Annie Mann Tiger are welcome.

Nellie Tiger Maxwell is the last one of that

family, so come out to eat, visit and swim

with her and all the Tigers/Manns!!

Everyone is encouraged to bring a cover

dish, drinks, ice, your chairs and games.

Sister Phyllis Tiger said they will have a

horseshoe tournament (with entry fee).

For any further details call Jan Maxwell.

Ne Yi Wa

Oklahoma Department

of Rehabilitation Services

“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.”

June 2020

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AST Emergency Alert

and Critical Information Program

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

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

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

and other critical matters.

Go to www.astribe.com

On the menu bar, hover on Government

Under Offices and Teams click on

Emergency Management

Click on the AST Emergency Alert Program

banner and follow the prompts to enroll today!

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

you would like to receive.

Elder Intake Form

ELDER INTAKE FORM

Celebrate Men’s Health Throughout the Year

TODAY’S DATE______________________________ REFERRAL SOURCE_____________________

Visit the Men’s Health Resource Center:

www.MensHealthResourceCenter.org

LAST NAME___________________________ FIRST NAME____________________________ MI_______

Develop a Wear Blue program where you work,

pray, or play:

www.WearBlueForMen.com

Follow the latest men’s health news at

Talking About Men’s Health:

www.TalkingAboutMensHealth.com

Learn about Men’s Health Month, view

Governor/Mayor proclamations, and more:

www.MensHealthMonth.org

MEN’S HEALTH

MONTH

Awareness. Prevention.

Education. Family.

www.menshealthmonth.org

Find free flyers, brochures, and more in

the Men’s Health Library:

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Jimmy Tearney plays a game at the Thunderbird Casino for its soft reopening on Monday, May

11, 2020, in Norman, Okla. The casino is operating at a third of its capacity and spacing out

machines six feet apart while implementing temp checks at the door and enforcing masks. [Chris

Landsberger/The Oklahoman]

Social distancing signs displayed on the floor for patrons to using while playing games at the

Thunderbird Casino for its soft reopening on Monday, May 11, 2020, in Norman, Okla. The casino

is operating at a third of its capacity and spacing out machines six feet apart while implementing

temp checks at the door and enforcing masks. [Chris Landsberger/The Oklahoman]

From The Election Commission

www. astribe.com

June 2020

The Election Commission has been busy trying to figure out a safe way to conduct the June Election.

Contrary to what had been circulating out there, this is truly what has transpired since March Primary.

The Primary Election was scheduled in March for the 21 . But in our Monthly meeting we had scheduled

when COVID19 was spreading rapidly in Oklahoma and all over the United States, the Health Director

and the Health Board emphasized the danger of having this election for our tribal members so we voted to

have our attorney submit for a declaratory judgement or ruling on what we should do without violating the

state orders to shelter in place and our concern for the health of our tribal members. The judge ruled on

March 17th for us to cancel the Primary and only have an Annual Election. We have had only one

election in the past due to having only 2 candidates run in each position, therefore no Primary was

necessary but never had we had a pandemic situation and this has been unprecedented.

Realizing that this virus will always be here, we are trying to make this Annual Election in June a safe one

for everyone. We are developing our own policies and procedures based on the CDC guidelines on how

to do this safely but effectively as other tribes look to our Election Commission for guidance and how to do

tribal elections. We realize we may be setting a precedence for them. Due to the lack of time and

resources, having a total absentee ballot or voting done with no polling sites, this was not feasible due to

Constitution and Ordinance requirements. So, in general, we will give our tribal members several options

on how they can participate but do it safely: See below:

1) Submit for an Absentee Ballot Request so that they can vote without going to the polls on

election day. (This is nothing new, we have always allowed this and have done it in the past)

2) Cast their vote at the polls from their car. (This is not really new because we have again

always had this in place for our handicap people or anyone who has a hard time getting around)

*The big difference now is everyone has this opportunity now, they will just have to honk

horn twice which will be sign for voting from car. Please wear a mask for this if possible. This

will be posted in big bold print in front of the polling place. Paperwork will be taken out to them

to verify the registration process and then a ballot will be given to them for voting. They can

watch thru the window their ballot being placed in the ballot box by an officer before leaving.

3) Cast their vote in person at the polling site but only one person at a time entering

facility. (This again, is not really that new either because we have incorporated this policy during

the last few years as well due to privacy concerns) One Big Requirement will be everyone

will have to wear a mask and hopefully, we will have someone taking temperatures of those

people wanting to cast their vote in person. Sanitation of voting booth, pens, or table will be

done after voter has exited the building. You must wear your own mask. One will not be

provided for you. If you donʼt have one, please vote from your car. Hand sanitizer must be used

by the voter upon entering and exiting. We will provide the hand sanitizer. Gloves will be worn

by the Election Commission members and officers handling papers or items touched by a voter.

Again, we are sorry we didnʼt get to do a Primary so if you want your vote to count for your candidate,

please show up and cast your vote!

Please STAY in your vehicle until you are notificed, Thank you!

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Title VI

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801-0381

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Title VI Department

2025 S Gordon Cooper Dr

Shawnee OK 74801

405-275-4030

CDIB # _______

Grass Mowing ApplicaLon

D.O.B.________

Title VI

Elderly Nutrition Program

The Following are the requirements for this program:

Dear Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members

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

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

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

Must be an Absentee Shawnee Member

Must be 55 years and older

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

Handicap/Disabled

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

NO RENTAL PROPERTY will be mowed

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Maintenance Department will ONLY mow and weed eat applicant’s lawn.

Maintenance will mow every two (2) weeks, weather permiang. Also, the maintenance workers will not

trim trees or shrubs.

Guidelines:

1. Absentee Shawnee Member

2. Must be 55 years and older

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

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

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

NAME: __________________________________________________

5. Handicap/Disabled

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________

6. NO RENTAL PROPERTY WILL BE MOWED

CITY: _______________________

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

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

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

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

way of cu\ng your lawn.

STATE:___________

ZIP: _______

HOME PHONE: ____________________ MESSAGE PHONE: ________________

EMAIL: ______________________________________________________

FINDING DIRECTIONS TO HOME:

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

___________________________________________________________________

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

Thomasine Owings____

*DISCLAIMER

Thomasine Owings

Maintenance will not move any items that are in the way of them mowing your yard so if you

are able or can get some help in geang your yard cleaned, will be very much helpful in

maintaining your yard.

IT’S JUNE ALMOST HALF WAY THROUGH THE

YEAR!!!

As of now our routine of serving meals is still on

Mondays

Drive thru on Mondays from 10 am to 2 pm

Be safe, wear your masks, wash your hands

Drink your water, stay hydrated!!

Wear your sunblock if you go outside!!

Exercise!!

If you have any questions or comments. Please

Feel free to call us at 405-075-4030 ext. 6227

Or email at dowings@astribe.com

Sunday

Monday

Pork Chop

Mac & Tom

Bread

Applesauce

Weiner & Kraut

Green Beans

Bread

Mixed Fruit

Hamburger

LTOP

Pork n Beans

Ice Cream

Tuesday

Turkey Wrap

LTOP

Mac Salad

Baked Chips

Mandarin Oranges

Chicken Strips

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Brussels Sprouts

Pears

Cabbage

Smoked Sausage

Veggies

Mixed Fruit

Chicken Salad

Pita Bread

LTOP

Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday

Lemon Pepper

Chicken

Veggies

Bread/Cake

Baked Zita

Tossed Salad*

Bread Stick

Prunes

Beef Tips & Rice

Tossed Salad*

Grapes

NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!

CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-‐275-‐4030

EXT 6227 or 6270

OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER

Chef Salad

Chicken, Eggs, chez

Cottage Chez

Peaches

Frito Chili Pie

Onion, Chez

Baked Potato

Ham, Chez, Onions

Broc n Chez

Pudding

Beans

Onions

Cornbread

Crisp

Thursday

Soft Tacos

LTOC

Spanish Rice

Pineapples

Ham

Scalloped Pot

Veggies

Fluff

Grilled Chez

Chicken Noodle

Soup

Pears

BBQ Chicken

Baked Beans

Cauliflower

Peaches

Friday

Saturday

Pancakes

Bacon

Blueberries

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Cereal

Sausage Patties

Toast

Bananas

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-‐THURSDAY 1 1AM TO 1PM

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS

9AM TO 1 1AM

June 2020

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Seeds of Hope DRIVE-THRU event, Shawnee Clinic Thursday, May 21st from 10AM to 2PM.

AST Police Department - Officer Josh Bledsoe

Margo Wahpekeche and Linda Gouge

PURCHASED REFERRED CARE NEWS

The AST Purchased Referred Care

Team is here to assist you.

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

To update your patient information, please see patient registration.

EMERGENCY AND URGENT

CARE SERVICES

SHAWNEE CLINIC

PURCHASED REFERRED

CARE

HAS MOVED.

We are now located in

SHAWNEE CLINIC (BLDG. 17)

Our phone numbers have NOT changed.

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

catchment area and needs emergent or urgent care.

1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300, option 9 for triage.

2. Notify PRC on the next business day or within 72 hours after your

ER visit. Notification does not assure authorization of payment.

However, if you do not notify PRC within 72 hours, your bills will not

be paid.

3. For AST citizens with no insurance, evidence must exist that your

visit was medically necessary. Medical priorities have been established

for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment.

4. For AST citizens with insurance, evidence must exist that a

third-party resource has made the determination such services

were “emergency care” or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include

payment from private insurance.

5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a

copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health Center

PRC office or the Shawnee Clinic PRC office.

PURCHASED REFERRED CARE

FOR AST CITIZENS

WITH INSURANCE

PURCHASED REFERRED CARE

FOR AST CITIZENS

WITHOUT INSURANCE

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

catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.

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

catchment area and does not have insurance.

1. To complete existing PRC patient updates, please

visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center

or Shawnee Clinic during regular hours of operation.

1. You must apply for all resources available to you, such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation,

auto insurance and other personal injury or liability coverage. PRC

staff and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you with the

application process for alternate resources. Failure to exhaust

available or potentially available alternate resources may result in

denial of payment.

For new AST tribal citizens, to become established for PRC services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee

Clinic during regular hours of operation.

2. Notify PRC at least 48 hours prior to appointment date for a

Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be sent to the provider.

3. Inform provider/health facility that AST PRC is a secondary payer/

payer of last resort.

4. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide

a copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health

Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS

Purchased Referred Care is conveniently located

in Little Axe Health Center and in

Shawnee Clinic, Building 17.

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

Closed on Holidays

All facilities closed the first Wednesday of the month from Noon to 5pm.

2. To complete existing PRC patient updates, please visit Patient

Registration at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee

Clinic during regular hours of operation.

For new AST tribal citizens, to become established for PRC services, please make an appointment to see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee

Clinic during regular hours of operation.

3. You must utilize the services provided within AST health clinics

prior to being referred out.

4. Referrals for outside services must be sent to PRC. Services must

be medically approved by an AST Health provider and/or CMMR

Committee.

5. An appointment will be scheduled, and a COB will be sent to the

outside provider.

6. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide

a copy to PRC. You may leave bills at the Little Axe Health

Center or Shawnee Clinic.

IMPORTANT CONTACTS

BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES

Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Little Axe Health Center

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Shawnee Clinic

Glendine Blanchard, PRC Director

Darla Gatzman, PRC Specialist

Lena Carroll, Claims Processor

Jennifer Wells, PRC Technician

Kareena Deere, File Clerk

Debi Sloat, PRC Deputy Director/RN

April Parton, PRC Health Specialist/LPN

Jayne Werst, PRC Specialist, Medicaid Patients

Melinda Ferrell, PRC Specialist

Flo Mann, PRC Specialist, AST Patients/LPN

Laurie Webber, PRC Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Carrie Stanley, PRC Specialist, Medicaid patients/

Medical Assistant

10 AM - 3 PM

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER PRC

SHAWNEE CLINIC PRC

405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)

405.447.0300 (Secondary)

405.878.5850 (Primary)

405.878.4702 (Secondary)

HEALTH SYSTEM

June 2020

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Hello Tribal Members,

I hope this finds you and your family well during our current Pandemic. For many of us, this is definitely a

new experience we’ve never had to deal with before. I won’t take up too much of your time, but I wanted

to send out a quick notice.

First, I didn’t get to submit a letter last month, wishing all the Moms, Stepmoms, Sisters, Daughters, Aunties

and Grandmas, a “Happy Mother’s Day!” It may not seem like much to some, but I know how important

these ladies are, as they take care of and meet the daily household needs for their families.

Soon, we’ll be grilling for our Dads. So “Happy Father’s Day!” to the Dads, Stepdads, Brothers, Sons,

Uncles and Grandpas. Personally, I received direction from each of these individual people. Some good,

some bad, but always with the intent of passing on knowledge and learning from their mistakes.

Due to the COVID virus, respect for my Elders and those with compromised immune systems, I chose not

to knock door to door or visit households. I called citizens on my phone list, made Social Media posts on

Facebook, used word of mouth, and returned email from my Campaign account. As usual, I did NOT sling

mud or talk bad about my opponents. I simply focused on my skillset and what I bring to the table.

Unlike in previous elections, you don’t have to select from the “lesser of two evils”. For once, there is a

clear-cut, educated, dedicated, determined, and skilled candidate. The only promise I’ve made is to work

hard for you, to always do what is in the best interest of our People, and to help move our Tribe forward.

Like many of you, I am tired of business as usual. When folks ask what they can do to help get me elected,

all I ever say is this: “Get out and vote. Encourage your friends and family to vote; even if you aren’t

supporting me. We cannot expect CHANGE if we all continue to do nothing except sit on our butts and

complain.”

For those who have openly come out to show support, “Thank you!” It really does mean a lot to me,

personally, and it lets me know you care about the direction of the Tribe. A vote for me says you want the

Tribe to progress. A vote for me guarantees I’ll have four years to complete the People’s tasks. And I’ll do

my best to work with the other elected positions, making sure to uphold our Constitution, and follow our

bylaws and ordinances.

Should you have any last minute questions, or want to share your concerns, feel free to contact me on my

personal cell at: (405) 535-9422 or send me an email at jb4ast@gmail.com .

“Neyiwa!” for taking time to read my submission.

Sincerely,

Joseph H. Blanchard

Try using some of your pantry or freezer staples to make this yummy and

easy recipe! Feel free to customize

based on what ingredients you already

have in your home.

Make your own

Homemade Taco

Seasoning!!

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. paprika

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper

1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

Nutrition Corner

A S T

D I A B E T E S

A N D

W E L L N E S S

Using:

1. Start by

browning 1 lb lean

ground beef or

ground turkey. Look

for the lowest %

fat on the package.

2. Add peppers

and onions, and

cook until soft.

3. You can use frozen or fresh peppers and onions! It is always a

great idea to keep frozen veggie mixes on hand.

Start with 1.5 Tbsp. seasoning and 2/3 c. water

per lb of ground meat.

Add more depending on

flavor preference.

If you are buying

store bought taco

seasoning, look

for low or reduced

sodium!

Price per recipe: $2.03

Makes 4 servings:

½ cup fruit per serving

3 tablespoons yogurt dip per serving

Nutrition Facts per serving:

LET’S MAKE...

Directions:

Measure out each ingredient. Stir and shake

well. Store in an air tight

container or jar.

Fruit Salad with Yogurt Dip

110 calories, 1 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol,

30 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrates,

3 g fiber, 3 g protein

You will need:

Adults:

• 1 small apple, chopped

• 1 medium orange, peeled,

segments chopped

• 1 medium banana, sliced

• ½ cup red grapes, halved

• 6 ounces low-fat vanilla yogurt

• 2 teaspoon brown sugar

• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

• Small bowl

• Mixing bowl

• Spoon

• Large spoon

• Sharp knife (adult use)

Wash hands and fruit. Use a sharp

knife to chop fruits.

What to do:

1. Wash hands; get out ingredients

and utensils.

2. In mixing bowl, add fruit and

mix.

3. In small bowl, add yogurt, sugar

and cinnamon; stir until mixed.

4. Serve ½ cup fruit salad with

3 tablespoons yogurt mix.

Enjoy!

Options

Change it up! Try to make a fruit salad with different

fruit each time, it can be fresh, frozen, canned or dried.

The possibilities are endless: peaches, dried cranberries,

canned pineapple. The more colorful the better!

4. Add 1.5 Tbsp. of

homemade taco seasoning or

1 packet of store bought low

sodium taco seasoning. Add

2/3 c. water.

5. Bring to medium heat,

and then simmer until

thickened. Add 1 can of

drained black beans.

Together we can prevent diabetes! - www.eagleadventure.com

Material funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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American Heart Association OKC Heart Walk

Each year the American Heart Association supports education and research to help save lives and reduce

the impact of Cardiovascular Disease. Did you know that cardiovascular disease occurs every 39 seconds

and is the No. 1 killer of all Americans? Heart disease also kills more women than all forms of cancer

combined. And congenital cardiovascular defects are the most common cause of infant death from birth

defects. Native Americans also bear a heavy burden of heart disease:

American Indians/Alaska Native adults are more likely to be obese than white adults, more

likely to have high blood pressure, and they are more likely to be current cigarette smokers

than white adults - all risk factors for heart disease.



In 2018, American Indians/Alaska Natives were 50 percent more likely to be diagnosed with

coronary heart disease than their white counterparts.



American Indian/Alaska Natives were 50 percent more likely to be current cigarette smokers,

as compared to non-Hispanic whites, in 2018.



American Indian/Alaska Native adults were 10 percent more likely than white adults to have

high blood pressure, as compared to non-Hispanic whites, in 2018.

Source: minorityhealth.hhs.gov



One of the main ways the American Heart Association raises awareness and funding for its vital research

is the annual Heart Walk. When you join Heart Walk, you join more than a million people in 300+ cities

across America in taking a stand against heart disease and helping save lives!

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System is partnering with the AHA this year, as they have in years

past, to bring together the community and help support this worthy cause. If you are interested in

joining the walk with us, please visit Heart.org and register to be a walker. Please join us in taking steps

to becoming healthier, stronger, and saving lives!

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June 2020

Aguirre Perez Jr., Jose Ricardo

Anderson, Micah RaShawn

Arms, Eva Nikkole

Armstrong, Bobby Joe

Atabaigi, Viktor Arman

Atchico, Kevin Todd

Atwood, Dalana Ann

Barnard, Laython Gauge

Bates, Darwin Lee

Bates, Edwin Gale

Bates, Horace Ray

Beach, Madison Sue

Bear, Wally Eugene

Bell, Patsy Marie

Bell, Sarah Elisabeth

Bender, Leah Daphne Ann

Bigpond, Michael Ray

Bittle, Gavin Jacob

Blackburn, Brittney Renee

Blackburn, Nicole Ann

Blanchard, Catrina Jay

Blanchard, Frances May

Blanchard, Joshua Darand

Blanchard, Mark Leeroy

Blanchard, Ryan Lee

Blanchard, Trinity Morgan

Bluewater, Marty

Boston Jr., Carl Kent

Bowman, Lourie Ann

Bradley, Megan Nicholle

Brady, Amber Dawn

Brady, Payton Lee

Breeding, Landry Parker

Breeding, Oakley Avalon

Brewer, Zelda Sue

Brokeshoulder, Gerald C.

Brown, David Anthony

Brown, Jearldean Louise

Brown, Shedrick Tremain

Brummett, Everett James

Bryant, Christopher Michael

Bui, Robert Dao

Bullard, Carolyn Sue

Bulock, Dolores Lynn

Burgess, Anthony Wayne

Burris, Joyce Ann

Byers, Samuel Ezra

Carpenter, Kortlynn Marie

Charley Jr., Eugene R

Charley, Shawna Tracy

Chasteen, Patricia Marie Haskins

Ciulla, Casimer James

Clark, Christian Eugene

Clark, Mary Esther

Clem, Sherry Michelle

Cobell, Miranda Pauline

Cochrane, Arthur Kent

Coddington, Kevin Dwayne

Coddington, Michael William

Coddington, Nicole Chenoa

Coffee, Bradlee Roy

Corpus, Alyce Karen

Cox, Elizabeth Diane

Creek, Allison Jaine

Creek, Lilly Dean

Creek, Mistie Leann

Creek, Shelia Maria

Crossley, Caroline Dianne

Cruz, Owen Patrick

Cruz-Larney, Leonardo

Dankenbring, Christina Renee

Davis, Gary Brent

Davis, Jeremy Ray

Deer, Brayden Nathaniel

Deer, Channa Racyne

Deere, Dakota Gordon Lee

Delodge Jr., Dwight Lee

DeLodge, Devin Donte Jaylon

Delodge, Tanner Lane

Dennison, Lindsey Nicole

Dibler, Jimmy Floyd

Dietrich, Skylar Star

Dodds, Audrey

Douglass, Catalyna Jade

Dunford, Dustin Everett

Durmon, Raven Reese

Eason, Gemini E`lane

Edgmon, Andrew Shawn

Edwards, Christopher John

Ekk, Joyce Lynn Gant

Ellis Jr., Paul Samuel

Ellis, Craig Joseph

Ellis, Kinsley Harper

Birthdays

Ellis, Steven Duane

Felton, Beverly Ann

Finley, Charles Christopher

Fixico, Kyeanna Rochelle

Foreman, Jamie Marie

Foreman, Lisa Ann

Frazier, Lisa Deanne

Fritsch, Cheryl D. Sloat

Gant, Phillip Monroe

Garcia, Jennifer Gail

Garfield, Doreecesha La Shawn

Gibson, Alexis Riley

Gibson, Bryan Scott

Gibson, Kyle Wayne

Gibson, Whitlee Danell Nacole

Gonzalez, Josefa Yolanda

Gonzalez, Kacey Lynn

Grant, Willow Ann-Tremel

Grass, Carmynn Layne

Grass, Gregory Ryan

Grass, Skylur Dain

Groves, Caley Nicole

Guthrie, William Thomas

Hanson, Daylen Joseph

Harjo II, Zackery Colin Dell

Harjo, Samantha MacHel

Harjoe, Theodore Mose

Harris, Rebecca Rose Lillie

Haumpy, Tyuana Senoria

Herrera, Arlene June

Herrera, Jose Alfredo

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