OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA (2011)

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OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

Vol.26. No 4

www. astribe.com

APRIL 2011

LI-SI-WI-NWI “AMONG THE SHAWNEE”

News

GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING

APRIL 16, 2011

LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER

10:00 A. M.

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Executive Committe Reports......................... 2-7

Resolutions/ASEDA..................................... 8-9

Settlement flyer/

Unofficial Election Results/Ballot..............10-12

5K Run flyer/NYPD camp............................... 9

Topping Ceremony......................................... 4

Veterans/OILS.............................................. 15

West Law Firm flyer...................................... 13

Bdays/congrats/thanks/invitation...........16-17

Employee of Month/

Governor’s Corner........................................ 18

REACH.......................................................... 19

Domestic/Sexual Assault/

Injury Prevention.................................... 20-21

Jobs/TERO................................................... 22

Menu...................................................... 24-25

Advertisements....................................... 26-27

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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GOVERNOR’S REPORT

LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT

hope everyone has made it through

the winter weather with a minimum

of trouble.

The tribal controller Belinda Collins

and her team has been working very

diligently on the 2010 audit and the

2011 tribal budgets, and it looks like we

are starting this year off in better shape

than we were able to for a couple of

years. All departments have made some

drastic sacrifices in order to save, and

utilize money in a more efficient manner.

THANKS to all employees, your efforts

are greatly appreciated.

The present Executive Committee has

been addressing, and will continue to

address all issues brought to their attention by concerned tribal members.

The Executive Committee has come

up with some very creative ways to address issues brought to their attention

and congratulations are in order for their

efforts. I personally want to thank them

for their willingness to work together as

a team. There are a lot of projects going on at this time by all members of the

Executive Committee that they will cover

for you in their reports. Again, thanks to

the Executive Committee and all of our

tribal employees for their efforts.

n reading the latest report submitted by this office, I would like to

give you a brief update on those

projects and let you know what we have

coming up.

Respectfully,

George Blanchard, Governor

I’m sure that those of you that have

been to the complex have noticed that

new construction on the AST Casino

Shawnee has started. Presently, I can

not give you any time frames. Ken Jones

is the point of contact for the tribe on this

project. The project seems to be moving

along quit well.

and have the road built to our engineer’s

specks. All the County would be required

to do is approve the final project and accept the Maintenance Agreement on the

road after construction. These options

have been put forth to the Counties legal

department for review.

Since the Tribe compacted the IRR

Program we have the money locally and

what we want to do is to keep something lined up all time. We are currently

wrapping up Horse Shoe Bend; Brendle

Corner is in the very early stages of

We have also talked with Cleveland design & engineering. Work on Franklin

County on resurfacing Franklin Road. Road should be started within the next

It will be west of 156th and 144th north month. We are waiting on Southern

on Franklin for a total of 1.5 miles of 4” Plains Region and Myron Dowell from the

asphalt overlay. The remaining stimulus Office of Self Governance to assist us in

money will be utilized for this project. We getting this route on a Federal Highway

will not be using the Tribe’s IRR funds. TIP. Once the route is on the FHWA TIP

Once again we will be allowed to make we can begin work.

a small profit off of this project.

We are watching the President’s budget

We have had on going dialogue with Pot- for 2012 very closely. There are protawatomie County regarding Kings Road. posed cuts for some Native American

We have come to a verbal agreement programs, but over all, right now it looks

of sorts. One of the options was that like the BIA programs will receive a

the County provides labor, equipment, slight increase. Currently the budget is

design and materials; the Tribe would proposed; it has not been accepted or

provide the funding for the materials. passed by congress. As we move on into

The other option was that the Tribe would the year we will keep an eye on what’s

engage the services of an engineering happening and how we will be affected.

firm, have the road designed, bid the job Posting signs on the complex has been

Isaac Gibson

/s/

Lieutenant Governor

PROBATE CASE UPDATE

The probate case concerning which

tribe is the “tribe with jurisdiction” over

the Absentee Shawnee trust allotments

is now ready for a decision. The case

has been fully briefed and a hearing in

the case was held in Oklahoma City

on March 16. This case involves the

probate of several Absentee Shawnee

trust allotments where the owner died

without a will. The case will determine

whether certain fractional interests pass

The hearing was held before Judge

Reeh, an Interior Department Probate

Judge. Members of the Absentee

Shawnee Executive Committee, Tribal

staff and other interested Tribal members attended. Bill Perry and Anne

Noto, attorneys from the Sonosky firm

in Washington, D.C., represented the

Tribe.

Mr. Perry presented argument for the

Tribe. Mr. Perry stressed that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe is the only tribe

that exercises actual jurisdiction over

these lands, and this has always been

the case. Mr. Perry described the history of these lands, and emphasized

that they were set aside by the United

States for the Absentee Shawnee and

have been in Absentee Shawnee ownership and under Absentee Shawnee

governmental authority for generations.

A key issue in the case is the possible

impact of the 1998 Collier decision.

Mr. Perry provided the reasons why

the Collier decision should not be applied to this case, including that Collier

involved only the process for taking fee

land into trust, and had nothing to do

with which tribe has jurisdiction over

these trust allotments.

Attorneys for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation also presented their position. An attorney from the Interior Department Field

Solicitor’s office presented the federal

government’s position, supporting the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Judge Reeh provided an opportunity for

Tribal members to speak. An interested

Absentee Shawnee Tribal member, Renee Williams, provided a strong statement about the importance to her family

of the Absentee Shawnee trust allotment

that they have lived on for many generations. Ms. Williams explained to Judge

Reeh how unsettling and disruptive it

would be if Citizen Potawatomi were to

gain an interest in Absentee Shawnee

trust allotments. Ms. Williams made it

clear how strongly the Absentee Shawnee people feel about their connection

with these lands and with the need to

preserve the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s

authority over these lands.

Overall, the hearing went well for the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe. The case

has now been completely briefed. The

next step is for Judge Reeh to decide the

case. While there is no specific timetable

for this, we expect a written ruling from

Judge Reeh some time in the next several months. We will keep you informed.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

ell its back to work for me

after being off for the month

of February for back surgery.

I hope all is well and doing fine. This is

a new year and with several projects on

the burner we will need to get a lot accomplished this year. We have our work

cut out for us.

Below you will find several projects that

the current EC has followed up on and

finished.

All that is left is constructing and opening

for business.

This is the first time I feel that this tribe is

moving forward since I have been working here at the Tribe. We the Executive

Committee are working together and have

been trying to keep up the pace and are

doing very well with what we have. It’s

hard to please all tribal members when we

need to spend money to bring in money.

But it’s something you have to do when

you need more economic development,

with revenue to help our tribal members

and to keep up the programs we offer.

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Regarding the probate issue, final arguments are set for March 16th. The Government, via, the Field Solicitor’s office

has filed a brief on behalf of the Tribe.

I think this is a step in the tribes favor.

We definitely want to win this case. The

Tribe’s Attorney, Bill Perry and tribal staff

have worked extremely hard to build a

winning case. My hopes are high regarding this matter; I just don’t want to think

we have a slam dunk when it’s always left

up to the judge. However I do feel that

we’ve provided enough good information

and Mr. Perry has compiled it in such a

way that we have a very good chance.

to the Absentee Shawnee Tribe or the

Citizen Potawatomi Nation. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has been actively involved in the case, to uphold and defend

its jurisdiction over these lands and over

all Absentee Shawnee trust allotments.

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an on-going effort. Initially, to preserve

tribal language, the signs were constructed and designed in both the Shawnee and English language. This could

assist persons visiting the complex to

add words to their Shawnee vocabulary.

I believe it’s been 2 ½ to 3 years since

this project was started. Then Building Block was built and requirements

for street signs became necessary so

kicked it up a notch. Andy Warrior has

been working with Signs USA on putting

the signs up. You might also need to be

aware that traffic codes have been put

in place in the law and order code. You

can receive a citation for not obeying the

tribe’s traffic laws.

Since we passed the new blood quantum we have enrolled 140 and have

175 pending as of March 7, 2011. We

have received 315 applicants for new

enrollees. This means more program

dollars that we need to bring in and we

the EC are looking at several other ways

of doing this but it just takes time. We are

doing a great job I think, and hope you

think so too.

Thunderbird Casino Shawnee: We

are moving forward on the construction

phase of the new Casino here on the

Complex. This is the same project of

which was originally supposed to open

in February of this year. I feel that this

will offer a great benefit with jobs for tribal

members in this area of town. I am very

excited to finally see that the project is

moving forward.

Thunderbird Casino: It has been very

exciting that our Thunderbird casino has

begun to turn around and be profitable.

It still continues to prosper and the crowd

is steadily growing. I would like to Thank

Kurt and Drew and all the dedicated

employees that has stuck it out through

the good and bad times.

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All Nations Bank: We are also very

excited to see the All Nations Bank finally

opened after several years of standing

empty. Please stop and check out the

bank. Feel free to stop in and ask questions about the checking and savings

accounts.

Absentee Shawnee Health Center:

This project has been in the works for

several years and this is one of the

most important projects for our tribal

membership. I was so proud to hear that

the topping out ceremony was the day I

returned to work after being gone for a

month due to back surgery. It was a very

proud day for the entire community of

Little Axe. Several tribal elders were in

attendance along with several different

dignitaries. It turned out so great to see

my first Topping out Ceremon

I would like to extend my condolences site and Mr. Viles was given a tour of the

to the family of Steve Anderson. He area and he took some pictures.

was a very dedicated and hard working

employee. He worked for going on ten

years here at the tribe. He was currently

the Manager of the Harrah Smoke shop.

Very special person and was very easy

to get along with and I enjoyed working

with him. He will truly be missed. Please Phil Viles, Governor, and I at LiSiWiNWi

keep his family in your prayers.

construction site

• Attended monthly Investment with

Redstone Investment Meeting

• Attended monthly Program Directors/

Managers meeting

• Attended the Monthly AST Health

Board of Directors Meeting

• Attended couple of interview panels

•Attended Special called Executive

Committee Meeting for new enrollees

Thank you

about 145 new enrollees since NovemSecretary Lopez.

ber when blood quantum change to 1/8th

and have received 300+ applications for

TREASURER’S REPORT

enrollment

• Attended monthly ASEDA ShareholdHello Tribal Members,

ers’ Meeting

appy Easter! Daylight Sav- • Attended monthly Elder Meeting

ings time again! Hope all • Application for Gaming License in

is well with you and yours! process

Hopefully everyone that does a garden • AllNations Annual Meeting of Sharehas planted their seeds and is beginning holders

to see the fruits of their labor. Congratu- • ASEDA Board Meeting, regular and

lations to those candidates that will be on attended business venture development

the ballot for June 18th election! Remem- meeting in Texas

ber to cast your vote in the election; this is • Attended the “Topping Out” Ceremony

your time to exercise your right as a tribal at the new LiSiWiNwi Health Facilmember. The Tax Free clinic sponsored ity in Little Axe, had attendance about

by the OILs group was very successful 100+ tribal members, employees, IHS

Area Director, Nabholz Construction

and they served about 300+.

Office of Treasurer has been busy with Services, Childers Architect, and ADG

candidate requests, 2010 audit began Architectural Design Group, etc.

on February 28, executive committee • Attending the Opening of ALLNations

meetings formal and informal, numerous Bank with Eddie Brokeshoulder met

the employees, Gene Davis, Chairman/

calls and visits see below list:

• Phil H. Viles, Jr., Chief, Division of CEO, Eugene Stidham, Vice-President/

Capital Investment, Office of Indian Branch Mgr, Heather Hill, and Janice

Energy and Economic Development, Boettner

Department of Interior, and Marion Mc- • Opened a personal account with our

Millan, President , BancFirst, Executive new AllNations Bank and I encourage

Committee, and the Nabholz Construc- all tribal members to open an account

tion Company at LiSiWiNwi construction at our AST tribally-owned bank.

• Congratulations to Executive Commit-

FINANCIAL CONSULTANT

Renewable Energy for Tribal

Communities

Attended a no-cost Energy Efficiency

& Renewable Energy for Tribal Community Development conference, in

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The energy

conference focused on Tribal communities developing energy efficiency

and renewable energy conservation

programs. Grants were awarded primarily for energy efficiency and conservation activities, of these awards

they had 574 Tribal Entities and 422

awarded with Absentee Shawnee Tribe

receiving an award for $189,500. U.S.

Department of Energy field office in

Golden, Colorado, is available to assist

Absentee Shawnee Tribe in developing

a Strategic Energy Development plan,

and developing programs and businesses that can provide training and

job opportunities.

Shawnee Language Revitalization

As reported last month the Absentee

Shawnee Tribe would collaborate and

partner with two other Shawnee Tribes

in the submission of Administration for

Native Americans (ANA) Native American Language Preservation three-year

grant. Since I last reported, Shawnee

Tribe of Miami, Oklahoma has decided

not to partner and participate in the

submission with a due date of December 8, 2010. Next month my report will

AllNations Bank

March 1, 2011 opening of AllNations

Bank, Treasurer Deere and I visited

and welcomed bank officers Gene Davis, Chairman / CEO, Eugene Stidham,

Vice President / Branch Manager and

staffers Janice Boettner and Heather

Hill. Today was the beginning of a new

day for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

in opening of our Tribal bank. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe can say rightfully, they own their own bank and

are one of the less than forty (40)

Tribes across the Nation. AllNations

Bank ownership is proof that Absentee

Shawnee Tribe can move forward as

a Self-Governing tribal nation in becoming progressive a partner with the

banking institution.

Absentee Shawnee Economic

Development Authority, Inc.

Attended a business venture development meeting in Plano, Texas, with

Treasurer and board members of the

Absentee Shawnee Economic Development Authority, Inc., (ASEDA).

Respectfully,

Eddie Brokeshoulder

Financial Consultant

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The Finance office continues our efforts

in keeping the day to day activities flowing efficiently and effectively through

communication between the Finance office and Programs. In working together,

we have found the most time effective

and cost effective processes for transacting business.

Our 2010 Audit is under way and began

February 28, 2011. The estimated

completion date is April 2011 and will

include the MD&A (Management Discussion and Analysis). The MD&A report

is an informative report within the 2010

Audit; which is a brief review and explanation of the Audit. The Finance staff has

completed the February reconciliation

for financial reporting. The majority of

the documents and records for Audit

have been pulled and submitted to the

Auditors.

The Indirect Cost Proposal for 2011

final document has been signed by the

Governor and mailed. Our rate is up from

17.74% for 2010 to 21.98% for 2011 and

we have received final letter signed by

the National Business Center.

The finance department continues to

complete accounting by the seventh day

of the month and have been since August

2010; so that financial reports can be

created for the Health Authority and Li

Si Wi Nwi, Health Inc. boards for health

programs both Shawnee and Little Axe.

It is imperative the accounting / bookkeeping continue to stay ahead of all of

the accounting so that audits go smoothly

so that Indirect Cost rates will stay up

to date as well. Indirect cost proposals

cannot be submitted without completed

audits as the audits are used to calculate

the proposal.

There are many processes in place

in your Tribe’s accounting department

that ensure we keep accurate records

of transactions. The Tribe’s accounting

processes must be in compliance with

GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting

Principles) and GASB (Governmental

Accounting Standards Board).

The Tribe currently has compact funds of

BIA and I H S, 51 Grants, and the new

Clinic business.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Finance

Department has very hard working group

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We appreciate all your phone calls,

emails, and visits. Happy Easter and

May God bless you this time of year!

See below articles from AllNations Bank;

Financial Consultant, Eddie Brokeshoulder; and Finance Department.

Sincerely,

Kathy Deere, Treasurer

focus on Objectives and Activities and

Results and Benefits Expected of the

language grant.

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tee’s Employee of Month Winners, for

January, Wannetta Battise, and February, Genevieve Foster.

of people and it is an honor to work with

them, the Treasurer’s office and at the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

ALLNATIONS BANK

This department, as always, would like

to extend a special thanks and note of

appreciation to the Executive Committee for providing the tools, resources

and support to enable the finance staff

to reach its accomplished goals and to

continue with this effort. A special thanks

and note of appreciation to Program

Managers and Employees of the Tribe

for their assistance and dedication in

our group effort toward accomplishing

our goal. Now that we are caught up,

we are dedicated to continue our efforts

in this direction.

Hello to All of Our Absentee Shawnee Tribe Friends

If you have any questions or needs,

please call 405-275-4030 ext 162 and I

will be glad to assist you in any way I can.

Respectfully,

Belinda Collins, Controller

About a year ago, Governor Blanchard asked Gene Davis and me to make every

effort to open the branch to Shawnee. Through the Governor’s and council’s

support we can now say, “Mission Accomplished.” On March 1st, we opened our

Shawnee Branch located at 2023 S. Gordon Cooper Drive. (Located at the front

door of the Tribal Complex)

COME ONE, COME ALL! I am sure that most Tribal members have a bank account in the Shawnee area. We also realize that changing banks can be a hard

process. On the other hand, one of the easiest ways to accomplish this change is

to come in and open an account. That way you can make the move to your bank

(100% tribe-owned) over time. This will also give you a chance to get to know us

and vice-versa.

Banking is a “people business.” You can put a bank on every street corner in

order to be “convenient” or whatever, but it actually comes down to the people

in that bank to make the bank a success. We know that we have the people to

make our bank a complete success. Credit Unions were started on the basis of

a common bond between its members and the need to provide financial services

for its members. Thus, in the case of AllNations Bank, your tribal membership and

the tribe’s 100% ownership of the bank is the common bond for you to support

this important Tribal endeavor.

Your bank is a full service bank. We offer a full line of banking product and lots of

friendly service. Your deposits are fully insured by the FDIC which is backed by

the full faith and credit of the United States government. If you recall, we mentioned a few months ago that The Wall Street Reform Act made permanent an

increase to $250,000 per depositor for insurance protection. Well, now there is

even better news. When you are in the branch, ask our staff to explain how you

can have unlimited coverage from the FDIC for your deposits. I mean millions of

dollars.

We promise you, that, if you give us a chance, we will not let you down when it

comes to meeting your financial needs. Our promise to the Governor to get the

branch open was only the first step in providing this important component to the

members of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. We provide both personal and business services. So.....

Come in and open an account today!

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See you soon, the coffee pot is on.

Bob, Gene, and Staff

HOPE everyone is well and in

good spirits, It has been a really

good and Positive experience

working for my Tribe and my heart

goes out to everyone who is sick or going through times that are rough!!! So

if you know someone who needs help

or just needs to talk please take the

time to give some advice or just listen

because sometimes that is all that is

needed! You know with Spring around

the corner all of our young Tribal members will be starting baseball or softball

games so make time and catch a game

because all of our Tribal children and

youth need our love and support!!

Since in office many changes have

been made and the Tribe is moving

in a different direction. As everyone

knows it takes time to change but in my

mind when I ran for the Representative’s chair I felt that change is what

this Tribe needed. We the Executive

Committee have been working and discussing all business on a regular basis

whether by phone, E-mail, or in person,

staying in contact all the time with one

another to make this Tribe one of the

Elite in the World.

I believe that it is possible to show

other tribes that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is climbing and

making their way back to where we

once were.

The New clinic is in full progression

at this time and I admit it is really nice

to see that big building going up in

Little Axe that can be seen from the

top of the Rolling hills of the Little Axe

community. We were visited by Phil

Viles who is the Chief of the Division

of Capital Investment Office of Indian

The New Casino Project has started

here on the Complex it will be constructed in front of the Clinic here on

Campus. The revenue that will come

from the New Casino will most definitely be welcomed with open arms because at this day and time with prices

going up in all phases of this economy,

we will be able to use the money within

our Tribe.

bring that too. We have the capability to help write a resume,

if you need the help. As with any

new program, it takes a little

time to get things in place and get

everyone on board. TERO is here

to help you and assist individuals find a job, provide training,

and basically help get folks into

the workforce. We would like to

thank everyone that was involved

and who came out and participated in our job fair at the Little

Axe Resource Center.

The Programs that I am over at this

time have been very busy but still have

time to assist you in anyway possible, so if you need to use the Tribe’s

services, feel free to call me or one

of the directors over that respected

Program….

Representative Gibson

TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT

RIGHTS OFFICE

he AST TERO program has

been very busy in developing and getting off the ground

TERO DIRECTOR

with the TERO program. Our

job skills bank is growing, by

the

day,S.and

if you have

not Drive

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Gordon

Cooper

been

in the TERO

office yet, we

Shawnee,

OK 74801

encourage you to come by and

redge@astribe.com

fill

out an application. Based

upon your skills and experience,

we will place you in a category

for example: painters, dry wall,

roofers, welders, and laborers.

Please bring your picture ID,

social security card, and CDIB

card. If you have a resume,

RANDY EDGE

We have placed workers at the

casino, new clinic at Little Axe,

and clean up crew at Harrah

smoke shop. So please, stop by

and see how TERO can help you.

The AST TERO program would

like to thank the AST council for

their support and assistance in

helping TERO get established.

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Hello Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Energy and Economic Development

U.S. Department of the Interior and he

was very pleased with the new clinic`s

progression and development.

Phone 405.275.4030 ext.135

Cell 405.432.9859

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REPRESENTATIVE’S

REPORT

The following are Resolutions passed during the month of February 2011

EXECUTIVE RESOLUTIONS:

E-AS-11-17

02/16/11

Authorizes and approves the Real Estate

Lease to Purchase Agreement regarding

the Larney Property and the transfer

of said property upon completion of the

terms of the Agreement.

E-AS-11-18

02/16/11

Approves and accepts Xander Ralph

White, Charles Daniel White IV, Joshua

Dale Robbins, Ariel Nicole Robbins, Katlyn Alexzandrea Masquas, Renee June

Ellis, David John Bradley, Tiffany Ranae

Erickson, Keely Danielle Richard, Brittany Clara Bailey, Brooke Lynn Bailey,

Christopher James Wallace, Diondre

Dashawn Maxwell, Alecia Lucinda Neash,

Brodie Wade Johnson, David Paul Alford,

Aisaiah Anthony Oscar Ponce, Aiyanna

Che’la Marie Griego, Susan Margaret

Roller, David Lee Roller, Madison Mackenzie Whims, Brianna Morgan Wakley,

Catalyna Jade Douglass, Christian Jayce

Douglass, Dillon Wayne Collett and Savanna Len Collett as enrolled members of

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of

Oklahoma as of the date of this resolution.

02/16/11

E-AS-11-19

Adopts and approves the submission of

an application to the U.S.Department of

Justice Coordinated Tribal Assistance

Solicitation.

E-AS-11-20

02/16/11

Approves an agreement between the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma and

the State of Oklahoma, Department of

Human Services, regarding the approval,

provision, and payment of foster care services for Native children, as attached, and

authorizing Governor George Blanchard

to execute said agreement.

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LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTIONS:

L-AS-11-01

02/16/11

Authorizes and approves a corporate credit card for the Tribal Energy Assistance

Program of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

of Oklahoma in the name of Annie Wilson

with a credit limit of Five Thousand Dollars and no/cents ($5,000.00).

For Immediate Release

March 15, 2011

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

FORMS COMPANY TO SELL/LEASE VEHICLES ACROSS THE U.S.

The Absentee Shawnee Economic Development Authority (ASEDA) has joined

forces with Park Lease of Dallas, Texas to launch ASEDA Fleet, Inc., to manage

the process of sourcing, buying, financing and leasing fleet vehicles for Tribal

Governments, Native American owned companies, non-tribal corporations and

government entities across U.S. The announcement of this service comes just

in time for the national tribal economic development RES show in Las Vegas

March 14 –17

Historically, Native American business leaders have found it nearly impossible to

find a trusted, experienced vehicle fleet company that delivers best performance

practices and prices. ASEDA Fleet takes advantage of economies of scale, offers unique pricing incentives for tribal owned businesses, competitive financing

options, low-cost lease alternatives and a choice of virtually any make and model

vehicle.

Complementing these offerings is the stellar service and customer support through

their alliance with Park Lease, led by David Thomas, a 30-year industry veteran.

This collaborative approach enables ASEDA Fleet to also address the growing

demand for eco-friendly, fuel-saving vehicle options.

Notes Dan Little Axe, president of ASEDA Fleet, “This is a great opportunity for us

to perpetuate value to all Native American business leaders and truly champion

the RES mission: ‘Native Trade; Native Ways’ by offering a truly valuable service.”

ASEDA Fleet is a100% Native-American owned firm located in a Underutilized

Business Zone (HUB) founded by the Absentee Shawnee Economic Development

Authority (ASEDA), a federally chartered corporation of the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe of Oklahoma. ASEDA Fleet is strategically poised to serve the fleet needs of:

-morebusinesses seeking a highly responsive, well-operated company to meet their

diverse fleet needs, tribal governments and Native American-owned enterprises seeking competitively-priced vehicles from a top-shelf support service

team, as well as government entities seeking well-priced fleet vehicles for

departmental use in a variety of capacities for DOD (military); IHS, (service) and

FEMA (emergencies).

The name “Absentee-Shawnee” comes from the United States government,

when a division of the traditional Shawnee Tribe absented itself from the

reservation in Kansas in the early 1800’s. This group moved to what was then

called “Indian Territory,” later to become the State of Oklahoma. The Absentee

Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma consists of two bands: The White Turkey Band

and the Big Jim Band. Three Tribes of the Shawnee exist today - the AbsenteeShawnee, the Loyal Shawnee and the Eastern Shawnee.

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4th Annual Native American

5K National Championships

& Community 5K Run

EVENTS

Special recognition of

Jerry & Terri Tuckwin

and Esther Felipe

Time: 8:00 am

Race will be held on the campus of Southwestern

Indian Polytechnic Institute located at 9169 Coors

Rd NW Albuquerque, New Mexico

The course is a flat, paved, 2 loop course and is

considered one the fastest courses at altitude.

This course is designed for very fast times.

Register Early for HUGE discounts.

Teams, families, clubs,

organizations & businesses.

Contact SWTC to discuss discounts

for multiple entries.

For more information or to have a

entry form sent to you, email:

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Call: 505

710-3323

5k Runs (competitive)

1K Kids Race (12 & Under)

(competitive)

1 & 2 Mile Fitness Walks

(non-competitive)

400 Meter toddler dash

(non-competitive)

All entrants in the toddler

400 meter non-competitive

dash receive awards

Awards in multiple age

divisions

Goodie bags to all toddler and

1K runners

Post race refreshments

included with your entry

Pre and Post race chiropractic

service and body alignments

Proceeds benefit SIPI

Rodeo Club and SWTC

SATURDAY JUNE 18, 2011

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO

There will be a traditional Pueblo style throw

after all the events have been contested

Many other activities are being planned for

the participants enjoyment.

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ALL FORMER HASKELL ALUMNI, CROSS-COUNTRY AND TRACK AND FIELD RUNNERS ARE ENCOURGED TO ATTEND THIS HONORING OF THE TUCKWINS, REGARDLESS OF WHEN YOU AT-

Important information about the

$3.4 billion Indian Trust Settlement

For current or former IIM account holders,

Owners of land held in trust or restricted status, or their heirs

There is a proposed Settlement in Cobell v. Salazar, a class action

lawsuit about individual Indian land held in trust by the federal

government. This notice is just a summary. For details, call the tollfree number or visit the website listed below.

The lawsuit claims that the federal government violated its duties

by (a) mismanaging trust funds/assets, (b) improperly accounting

for those funds, and (c) mismanaging trust land/assets. The trust

funds include money collected from farming and grazing leases,

timber sales, mining, and oil and gas production from land owned by

American Indians/Alaska Natives.

If you are included in the Settlement, your rights will be affected.

To object to the Settlement, to comment on it, or to exclude yourself,

you should get a detailed notice at www.IndianTrust.com or by

calling 1-800-961-6109.

Can I get money?

There are two groups or “Classes” in the Settlement eligible for

payment. Each Class includes individual IIM account holders or

owners of land held in trust or restricted status who were alive on

September 30, 2009.

What does the Settlement provide?

• A $1.5 billion fund to pay those included in the Classes.

• A $1.9 billion fund to buy small interests in trust or restricted land

owned by many people.

• Up to $60 million to fund scholarships to improve access to higher

education for Indian youth.

• A government commitment to reform the Indian trust management

and accounting system.

How much can I get?

• Historical Accounting Class Members will each get $1,000.

• Trust Administration Class Members will get at least $500.

• If you own a small parcel of land with many other people, the

federal government may ask you to sell it. You will be offered

fair market value. If you sell your land it will be returned to tribal

control.

If you believe you are a member of either Class and are not receiving

IIM account statements, you will need to call the toll-free number or

visit the website to register.

What are my other rights?

Historical Accounting Class Members

• If you wish to keep your right to sue the federal government about

• Had an open individual Indian Money account (“IIM”) anytime

between October 25, 1994 and September 30, 2009, and

• If you stay in the Settlement you can object to or comment on it

• The account had at least one cash transaction.

• Includes estates of account holders who died as of September 30,

2009, if the IIM account was still open on that date.

Trust Administration Class Members

• Had an IIM account recorded in currently available data in

federal government systems any time from approximately 1985 to

September 30, 2009, or

• Owned trust land or land in restricted status as of September 30,

2009.

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• Includes estates of landowners who died as of September 30,

2009 where the trust interests were in probate as of that date.

This means you have asked a court to transfer ownership of the

deceased landowner’s property.

An individual may be included in one or both Classes.

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For more Information:

the claims in this Settlement, you must exclude yourself by April

20, 2011.

by April 20, 2011. The detailed notice explains how to exclude

yourself or object/comment.

The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia will hold a hearing

on June 20, 2011, to consider whether to approve the Settlement. It

will also consider a request for attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses

in the amount of $99.9 million. However, Class Counsel has fee

agreements that would pay them 14.75% of the funds created for the

Classes, which could result in an award of $223 million. The Court

may award more or less than these amounts based on controlling law.

If approved, these payments and related costs will come out of the

Settlement funds available for payment to Class Members.

If you wish, you or your own lawyer may ask to appear and speak

at the hearing at your own cost. For more information, call or go to

the website shown below or write to Indian Trust Settlement, P.O.

Box 9577, Dublin, OH 43017-4877.

1-800-961-6109

www.IndianTrust.com

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n Tuesday, March 1,

2011, a celebration was

held at the construction site

of the new AST health facility

in Little Axe. This celebration, known as the “Topping

Out”, signifies that construction has arrived at an important milestone: steel construction of the frame of the building is now complete. During this ceremony, the

last steel beam to be placed on top of the building is signed by the construction workers and ceremony attendees. A cedar tree, along with the American and Absentee Shawnee Tribe flags, are mounted atop this

beam to symbolize growth and good luck.

Lunch was provided for all construction workers, AST

Health employees, and dignitaries from Nabholz Construction, Childers Architect, Architectural Design Group

(ADG), and the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. The Ceremony

began with a prayer from AST elder Mr. Isaac Gibson, Sr.,

followed by introductions of the AST Executive Committee, AST Health Board of Directors, and other dignitaries

made by Mr. Tim TallChief. Nabholz President, Chris

Burnett, gave the history and significance of the Topping

Out and the symbolism involved, and thanked the site

workers for their hard work and dedication. Acknowledgement speeches were given by IHS Area Director, RADM Kevin Meeks; AST Governor, George Blanchard;

AST Secretary, Michelle Lopez; and AST Treasurer Kathy Deere. Nick Wahpepah and Joseph Blanchard

sang victory and prayer songs to commemorate the progress. At the close of the ceremony, the last beam

was mounted while all in attendance looked on.

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This ceremony is a very special and momentous occasion for the entire Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Thank

You to those who were able to attend! The support for this new facility has been overwhelming and greatly

appreciated. Be sure to join us for the Grand Opening in 2012!

Beam being placed by crane

Beam mounting completed

The

AST Veterans

Association held their monthly membership meeting Wednesday,

February 16th, at Thunderbird Casino. Among the subjects covered in

the meeting were: the Color Guards

invitation to post the colors at the

Oklahoma City Princess Pow Wow,

which will be held at the Heart

of Oklahoma Expo Center [1700

W. Independence, Shawnee, OK

74801].

Also, the association is still taking

charter member applications for the

upcoming Tribal American Legion

post.

The next meeting will be held at

Thunderbird Casino on Wednesday,

March 9th, at 7PM. If you would

like to find out more about the AST

Veterans Association or to schedule

the Tribal Color Guard contact John

Vanderburg at 405-481-3822 or astveterans@gmail.com .

Last Will & Testament

(Wills Clinic)

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Little Axe Resource Center

Please call OILS at

(405) 943-6457

to make an appointment

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A fit test was done for members of

the Color Guard for the new vests

which will now be put in for the

final touches. New uniforms, displaying the new emblem, will be

unveiled later this year.

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Keith Longhorn Sr. attended the

meeting along with his son, Keith

Longhorn Jr., who is a committee member on the Tecumseh High

School Native American Committee. Longhorn Jr. asked the AST

Color Guard to be the honorary

Color Guard at the THSNAC Pow

Wow (Location TBA) on Saturday,

April 23rd.

Happy 17th

Birthday

Ariel Ellis!

From

grandpa and

grandma

Happy 3rd Birthday

(Hossy) Marcus D.

Spoon

from grandpa

Happy Belated Birthday

Ashley Brokeshoulder

from

mom and dad

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO:

April 1st:

To our

CFO daughter

Pam Whinery

April 10th: Marty Kanitobe

love,

your sisters

and brother

April 19th:

Leigha Kelsey

love,

mema and papa

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April 28th: Jenefer Sloan

love,

your sisters

and brother

To Felix Creek

Happy Belated Birthday

and

Happy 2nd Anniversary

I love you very much!

From Sherry Creek

Alberty, Shannon Venita

Alexander, Rachel Paulette

Alford Jr., Eugene Ray

Alford, Ray Wildcat

Arms, Steven Anthony

Armstrong, Tina Marie

Barnes, Hollin Kade Eugene

Bates, Johnna Suzanne

Batson-Vasquez, Amber

Danielle

Berry, Collin Michael

Bettelyoun, Cameron Jake

Blanchard II, Clifford Ray

Blanchard, Baley Andrea

Blanchard, Harry James

Blanchard, Jahkahri HayLéroy

Blanchard, John Christopher

Bradley, Willard Lee

Bradshaw, Jana Marie

Brady, Scott Edgar

Brokeshoulder Jr., Clifton

Brokeshoulder, Eddie K.

Brown, Jennifer Leah

Bryce, Shayla Maelyn

Buckley, Dawna Michele

Burkhart, Joe Louis

Butler, Matthew Aaron

Byers, Reanna Nicole

Byers, Zachary Elias

Byrd, Lyndell D Armond

Caires, Vanessa Little Axe

Charley, Mary Serene

Chisholm, Carly Nicole

Clark, Dallas Joseph

Clark, Dave George

Coddington, Michael Richard

Coffee, Sahaunie Nicole

Coon Jr., Stacy William

Creek Sr., Albert

Creek, Amber Lee

Creek, Eunice Marie

Creek, Stevie Eli

Cryder, Michael Lawrence

Davis Sr., Edward Leroy

Davis, Jyquale Lee De`shon

Deere, Neva Lee ( Larney)

Dibler, Dale G.

Doussett, Delisha Ann

Draper, Reuben James

Draper, Russell Lee

Ellis, Ariel Raquel

Ellis, Russell Bruce

Fife, Andrew Jacob

Frank, Janice Arlene

Garfield, Alicia Raejhaun

Gibson, Darianne Alexander

Gibson, Jaysan Baylee

Gibson, Mary Ann

Gibson, Melonie Dian

Gibson, Norma Jean

Gibson, Randall Glen

Gilman, Robert Everett

Goodwin, Dawn Marie

Goodwin, Larry Tiger

Gouge Jr., Marg

Gouge, Courtney Waynell

Graham, Charles Robert

Grass, Solomon Wayne

Griffin, Ladawn Abraham

Hamon-Breeden, Katie Marie

Harjo, Timothy A.

Harris, Monte Lee

Harvey II, Johnny Troy

Haumpy, Ariann Renee

Haumpy, Gage Allen

Hernandez, Curtis David

Hill, Trent David

Holderness, Samantha Grace

Hollenbeck, May Angela

Hood, Randolph Paul

Hudson, Latasha Kay

Hunt, Leeona Lucile

Hurst, Maegan Nicole

Hurst, Merle Laverne

Jacobs, Maria Elena

Jacobs, Stormie Raelein

James, Na`chelle Ardena Mae

Johnson Jr, David Lee

Johnson, Adison Graci Mae

Johnson, Justice Lonewolf

Johnson, Richard Michael

Johnson, Shoshanna Louise

Johnson, Victoria Maria

Johnson, Zachary Howard

Jones, Anita Louise

Judd Jr., Thomas Ray

Kaniatobe, Marjorie Ann

Kelsey, Leigha Marie

Kennedy II, James Walter

Key, Christian Trey

Kilmer, Lelia Lashell

Kinnamon Jr, Larry Leon

Kinsey, Margie

Lasenberry, Lawrence Gordon

Little Axe Jr., Troy Lee

Little Axe, Diane Gail

Little Axe, Jordan Kane

Little Axe, Joshua Taylor

Little Axe, Kaylee Jean

Little Axe, Shiloh Blue

Little Charley, Evelyn Lavon

Little Creek, Alex

Little Creek, Lawrence Keith

Little Jr., Gilbert Boyd

Littlebear, Tonya Lynn

Littlecreek, Nelson Joe

Thackery

Littlecreek, Samantha Jolene

Littlecreek, Thomas Eugene

Longhorn, Darrell Wayne

Longhorn, Leonard Wayne

Longhorn, Twila Olene

Longhorn, Vincent Wade

Longman, Cherokee Dakota

Longman, Trina Ann

Mack Sr., Thomas James

Malone, Riley

Mann, Raymond Freeland

Mann, Richard Freeman

Mann, Savanah Nicole

Mann, Taylor Lawrence

Markwardt, Franklin Thomas

Martin, April Denise

Martin, Kinley Rae

Martinez, Amaya Rynae

Martinez, Danielle Lynn

Mason, Suzanna Rachel

Powell

Masquas, Phillip Jon

Masquat, Iola Renee

Massey, Karen Sue

Mattingly, Alana Irene

Mayo, Melba Mary

McBride, Alice Jean Dirt

McDaniel, Karen Diane

McGirt, Dana Dale

Meek, Phillip Edward

Megyesi, Charles Stevens

Milburn, Heather Renee

Mills, Brian Richard

Congratulations Katie Howell! Katie was the 1st

place winner of the Junior Girls Southern Cloth

contest on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at the Expo

Center in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

I would like to say ne

ya way to everybody

that came to support

my daughter and son

in law’s on their wedding day. A special

thank you to pastor

Sunny Stuart and

Kimberly Watson Davis for all their help.

Thank you mvto ne

ya way!

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Stone, Dawn Michelle

Sullivan, Tiffany Chantele

Sumka, Lena Darcille

Switch #466260, Traci Lynn

Switch, Charles William

Taryole, Trevor Seth

Tascier, Timothy Andrew

Tenner, Taylor Denise

Thompson, Rhonda Gail

Thornhill, Westly Lynn

Thorpe, Brady Wayne

Thorpe, Mary Catherine

Tieyah, Lavern Wilson

Tiger, Patricia Ann

Tiger, Stephon Michael

Wabaunasee, Thelma Jean

Wallace, Kay Laverne

Walley, Johnny Ray

Warrior, Marcellus James

Washington, David Axe

Washington, Kenneth

Washington, Kevin Bryan

Washington, Samantha Lynn

Watkins, Autum Paige

Watson, Frankie Louise Kaseca

Watson, Jayden Tyler Scott

Whinery, Pamela Jean

White, Brenda Kaye

White, Wesley Shane

Whited, Kimberly Diane

Whittington, Charlene E.

Williams, Seth Andreas

Wilson, Alize` Jade

Wilson, Damon Allen

Wilson, Drake Kenneth Ryle

Wilson, Ethan Hawke

Wilson, Gabriel Ahboah

Wilson, Harold Wayne

Wilson, Howard Gene

Wilson, James Wayne

Witt, Joseph Andrew

Wunderlin, Travis Rece

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Mohawk, Curtis Roy

Monroe, Pamela Sue

Morgan, Summer Dawn

Morin, Misty Twylight Couch

Morton, Joshua David

Nakamoto, Gina Jessica

Nelson Jr, Daniel Lee

Ness, Mary Ellen

Nowlin, Pak Louise

Ochoa, Alejandro Juan

Owdetallah, Angela Marie

Oxley, Stephanie Renee

Pack, Christie Lorraine

Parker, Elizabeth Isabelle

Parker, Sarah Lynn

Pawpa, Shirley Ann

Petit, Sherri Ann

Ponkilla, Yvonne Diane

Powell, Tammy Marie

Raisbeck, Cathy Jean

Richey, Jennifer Lynn

Robertson, Winifred L.

Rolette, Gregory Shawn

Roller, Geraldine M Bradley

Runsabove, Bryce Leigh

Ryder, Vanessa Louise

Sanchez, Citlali

Sellers, Levi Dalton

Shawnee, Jaxon Avery

Shawnee, Sharon Dale

Sherrill, Penelope

Sloan, Jenifer

Smith, Joshua Dean

Smith, Noah Ryan

Snake, Archie Ellis

Soap, Alpha Christine

Spoon, Ashley Donelle

Spoon, Marques Dwyane

Spoon, Samuel Lee

Spriggs, Brian Lee

Spybuck, Adrianne Eileen

Spybuck, Larry Eldon

Spybuck, Thomas Mark

Squire, Billie Gene

Squire, Samson Robert

Squire, Wilbur James

Starr-Fuentez, Olivia Angelina

Stephens, William Lee

Stewart, Saundra Leigh

Stone Sr., James Lee

CONGRATULATIONS

TO OUR

EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH

WANNETTA BATTISE

JANUARY 2011

EMPLOYEE OF THE

MONTH

She is very dedicated

and always has a kind

word for everyone.

We can depend on her to answer the phones daily,

She opens and sorts the Tribe’s huge incoming

mail, friendly to everyone, ready to help the tribal

members or employees. We believe she doesn’t get

thanked enough for all she does. If you ever answered phones, it can get pretty tiresome, especially

with as many lines as the Tribe carries. Since we’ve

been here, we haven’t heard any complaints about

her. We believe she is a diligent, hardworking employee and deserves to be recognized.

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GENEVIEVE FOSTER

FEBRUARY 2011

EMPLOYEE OF THE

MONTH

She is always willing

to assist/help anyone

in the Finance department. You can call on her if

you have grant questions, need financial information pertaining to grants and a very conscientious

worker. She has passed all four(4) parts of her CPA

exams and she even finished during her pregnancy!

She handles the finance department in the Controller’s absence and makes very insightful decisions.

She is very knowledgeable in her job and can answer any questions concerning the grants, she oversees. She displays exceptional professional ability,

foresight, mature judgment, and logical application

of sound management principles, she is outstanding

successful in all that she does.

Governor’s corner for march newsletter:

1.

cold

wa pe

2.

hot

ke se ta

3.

burn

na po fo

4.

freeze

fo ki ta ne we

5.

slip on the ice

so se ke se na

6.

slide down the hill

le wi ma ke ka se so se ke se na pa

7.

thaw

la ke ta

8.

melt

la ke fo

9.

it sure is cold today

we ko ge wa pe ya se wi pi ke

10. it will start to get warm tomorrow

ho wa si ke so we ke sa ke wi pi ke

11. the pond is frozen

fo ki ta ne we he ne me se ka qe

12. all the snow will melt today, because the sun is shining

wa gi ke la ke fo he ni ko ni ke si ka

hi la me hi qi ta ta

Remember this, “using our words, saves our

words”.

George Blanchard, Governor

REACH US and Diabetes staff had the opportunity to provide

community outreach by implementing CATCH activities which

stands for Coordinated Approach to Child Health and is an

evidence-based school health, after school, and community

program designed to promote physical activity, healthy food

choices and the prevention of tobacco use in children. The

AST staff had the opportunity to provide CATCH activities during the Shawnee Public Schools powwow this year and was a

big success as to the number of youth involved. By teaching

our children that eating healthy and being physically active

every day can be FUN, the CATCH program has proven that

establishing healthy habits in childhood can promote behavior

changes that can last a lifetime.

Tara Conway, MS, RD/LD,

CDE with the Diabetes

Initiative Program provided

a educational game on nutrition of Go foods, Slow foods,

or Whoa foods.

The youth enjoyed the games

and learning to make healthy

food choices.

The REACH program provided an activity on tobacco prevention. Thomasina

Goodeagle showcased her

colored pledge “Be Smart

Say No To Smoking”.

Supported by the Cooperative Agreement Number 5U58/

DP001094-04 from CDC.

5320

statewide campaign with four numbers appeared all over the state last month 5320. The

number was not understood…until now. Campaigners revealed the meaning on February 15th,

saying 5320 stands for the number of lives that could

be saved each year in Oklahoma by raising the general health awareness of the state’s health. In 2009

Oklahoma ranked 49th out of the 50 states in general

health. The states current health ranking is 46th in the

nation. The measurement system includes tobacco

use, obesity, air pollution, immunizations, alcohol

use, preventable hospitalizations, infant mortality

and other factors. Oklahoma’s major challenges

listed high rates of smoking and obesity with limited

availability of primary care physicians.

Oklahoma has a blueprint to improve the ranking

through the Oklahoma Health Improvement Plan.

For the plan to work, each person must get involved in

improving our health outcomes. By working together

and learning more maximizes the opportunity for all

Oklahomans to lead long healthy lives by restoring

local rights.

Supported by the Cooperative Agreement Number

5U58/DP001094-04 from CDC.

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n February 26, 2011 successful collaboration between

the Absentee Shawnee Community Health & Prevention

programs, REACH US and the Diabetes Initiative partnered

with the Shawnee Public Schools (SPS) Indian Education Title

VII Powwow. The powwow is coordinated by the Shawnee

Indian Education Parent Committee with the help of many

sponsors and supporters including the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe, Sac and Fox Nation, Citizen Potawatomie Nation,

Kickapoo Tribe, the SPS Indian Education staff and parent

committee, students, their families, community members, and

the Shawnee Public School District.

Rosie Tallbear, Physical

Activity Specialist

led physical activity games

and the importance

of daily exercise for at least

30 minutes.

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CATCH Evidence-Based Community Intervention

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Domestic Violence

Program will be having awareness activities

throughout the month of April. Our goal is to

spread the word about Sexual Assault to try and

reduce the incidents that occur each year. If you

have questions about the services we provide, or

are a victim who needs help please contact us. We

provide confidential one-on-one services with out

judgment. Help make a difference and join us in

the awareness!

Victims of sexual assault are:

3 times more likely to suffer from depression.

6 times more likely to suffer from post-traumatic

stress disorder.

13 times more likely to abuse alcohol.

26 times more likely to abuse drugs.

4 times more likely to contemplate suicide.

For more information or services:

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Linda Gouge

Sexual Assault Advocate

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

405-275-4030 ext. 206

talking is a crime that can touch anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, geographic location, or personal

associations. Stalking refers to repeated harassing

or threatening behavior by an individual, such as

following a person, appearing at a person’s home

or place of business, making harassing phone calls,

leaving written messages or objects, or vandalizing a

person’s property, according to the U.S. Department

of Justice Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). Any

unwanted contact between two people that directly or

indirectly communicate a threat or place the victim

in fear can be considered stalking.

Unfortunately, there is no single psychological or behavioral profile for stalkers. Every stalker is different.

This makes it virtually impossible to devise a single

effective strategy that can be applied to every situation. It is vital that stalking victims immediately seek

the advice of local victim specialists who can work

with them to devise a safety plan for their unique

situation and circumstances.

Some stalkers develop an obsession for another person with whom they have no personal relationship.

When the victim does not respond as the stalker

hopes, the stalker may attempt to force the victim

to comply by use of threats and intimidation. When

threats and intimidation fail, some stalkers turn to

violence.

The most prevalent type of stalking case involves

some previous personal or romantic relationship

between the stalker and the victim. This includes

domestic violence cases and relationships in which

there is no history of violence. In these cases, stalkers try to control every aspect of their victims’ lives.

The victim becomes the stalker’s source of selfesteem, and the loss of the relationship becomes the

stalker’s greatest fear. This dynamic makes a stalker

dangerous. Stalking cases that emerge from domestic

violence situations, however, are the most lethal type

The intrusions become more frequent over time. This

harassing behavior often escalates to direct or indirect

threats. Unfortunately, cases that reach this level of

seriousness often end in violence.

If you think you are a victim of stalker, you are not

alone. The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program can help, please

call (405) 275-4030 and ask for the DV Program.

Stalker Kits are available and we will assist you on

how to use the kits for your safety.

*Information was provided through the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Victims of Crime.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program Staff

Kimberly Stephens, Director/Advocate

Linda Gouge, Sexual Assault Advocate

Jackie Denny, Transitional Housing Manager/Advocate

Deborah Davis, Victim Advocate

Women of Domestic

Violence Talking Circle

Everyone is Welcome!!

Come and meet other women that know

what you have been through.

Refreshments & Snacks Will Be Provided

Where: Little Axe Resource Center

1970 156th Ave NE

Norman, Ok 73026

When: Every Monday Beginning in March 7, 2011

Time: 6:00-7:00 pm

Hope to see you there!!

Free Drivers

Education Course!

Contact AST Injury

Prevention Program

he Absentee Shawnee Injury Prevention Program is now

taking contact information for those who would like to sign

their children up who are between the ages of 15 through 18

and have not taken a driver’s education course. Two courses

will be held at the Shawnee High School during the months

of June and July. The course will last approximately three

weeks and attendance is mandatory throughout the whole

course. The AST Injury Prevention Program will cover the

course cost for those who qualify. Qualified candidates must

be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, be

between the ages of 15 through 18, and live in Logan, Lincoln,

Oklahoma, Cleveland, or Pottawatomie County. Also, for those

interested, Injury Prevention will also be offering Defensive

Driving Courses throughout the year. Contact IP Coordinator

to sign up or get more information. Sacha Almanza, IP Coordinator, 405.878.4702 ext. 175 or come to the AST Contract

Health building. Reserved spots will be going fast.

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the stalker often turns to intimidation. Attempts at intimidation typically begin in the form of an unjustified and

inappropriate intrusion into the victim’s life.

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of stalking. The stalker may attempt to renew the

relationship by sending flowers, gifts, and love letters.

When the victim spurns these unwelcome advances,

Lawn mowing service

begins the first week of April

for our tribal elders.

CURRENT JOB POSTINGS AS OF

MARCH 8, 2011

If you are interested in working and helping our

elders, applications are available in the following

locations:

Shawnee Complex:

GAMING COMMISSION

COURT/LEGAL/POLICE

- Surveillance Director

- Supreme Court Tribal Judge

- Compliance Officer

- Surveillance Operator

LITTLE AXE SMOKE SHOP

- Internal Auditor

General Manager

- Licensing Agent/Executive Admin Asst.

- Deli Cook

HEALTH

BUILDING BLOCKS

- Executive Director

Floater

- Staff Physician- Shawnee Clinic

- Director of Pharmacy Services

IN HOUSE ONLY

- Pharmacy Tech

Health Information Specialist (Health)

- Software Engineer III

- Admin. Assistant (Cultural Pres.)

- Licensed Practical Nurse Case Manager

- Patient Registration Clerk

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Job descriptions will be available online:

http://www.astribe.com/Employment.html

If you have any questions about the job positions and

their job descriptions you can also contact Briana

Ponkilla or Tricia Dietrich in the Human Resources

Department at the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma at: (405)275-4030.

Maintenance department - Rita Harjo

Title VI department - Dos Owings

Little Axe:

Resource center - Bucky Littlecharley

TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT

RIGHTS OFFICE

RANDY EDGE

TERO DIRECTOR

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

redge@astribe.com

Phone 405.275.4030 ext.135

Cell 405.432.9859

Are you out of work? Do you need a job? Come

see AST TERO Randy Edge TERO Director for

potential jobs in connection with the new AST casino being built in front of the tribal headquarters.

Need folks for housekeeping, maintenance, security,

player’s club, gaming techs, and servers. Come by

TERO and fill out a TERO application, please bring

picture photo ID, social security card, CDIB, and

resume. We can help you prepare for that next job.

ATTENTION!!!

The AST TERO is planning a job fair in conjunction

with the new casino being built in front of the tribal

campus on Gordon Cooper Drive. Will announce

date, time, and place within the next several weeks.

Call the TERO office for any questions concerning

job fair, job opportunities and training.

April 2011

April 22, 2011 AST Complex will be closed for

Good Friday. No Breakfast will be served or

delivered.

Easter is on April 24!!!!

We will go to Thunderbird on April 7; we will

leave 8:45am at the Title VI Bldg. and return

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Any questions or concerns you can contact us at

405-275-4030 ext 169.

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by noon. Homebound will get their regular

lunch.

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APRIL 2011

FREE Smoke Alarms and

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

still Available!!

NOTICE

Please call for updated

information for

24 HOUR DUI SCHOOL

Call Linda or Glenna at

(405) 275-3432

Everyone welcome

OEH personnel will provide and install smoke alarms

and/or carbon monoxide detectors for enrolled Absentee Shawnee tribal members living in Pottawatomie, Cleveland, or Oklahoma County.

Please complete an application/short survey form and

schedule a time and date for installation. Application/

survey forms are available at the OEH office and at

www.astribe.com.

Please contact OEH at 214-4235 for more information.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

Enrollment office

Address Change Request

New Address:__________________________________________________

City: _________________________State ________Zip Code: ___________

County: ______________________ Home Phone (

)________________

Cell Phone (_____)________________

Tribal Member Signature

Date

Please Mail to:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Enrollment Office

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK. 74801

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Full Name:____________________________________________________

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Date: ____________CDIB# _____________ Birth Date:________________

AST COUNTRY

Foster Parents

Needed!!!

Can you open your home and heart for a foster child.?

Foster parents provide a temporary, safe home for

children in crisis. Foster parents are partners with child

welfare workers, lawyers and judges. It is not for everyone but if you have it in your heart - we need you.

• Can you love and care for a child who comes from a

difficult background?

• Can you help a child develop a sense of belonging?

• Are you secure in yourself & your parenting Skills?

• Can you maintain a positive attitude toward a child’s

parents?

• Can you love with all your heart & then let go?

FOSTER PARENTS PROVIDE A TEMPORARY, SAFE

HOME FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS. THEY ARE PARTNERS WITH WORKERS, LAWYERS, AND JUDGES.

IT IS NOT FOR EVERYONE! CAN YOU OPEN YOUR

HOME AND HEART FOR A FOSTER CHILD?

Many children need a loving home and a family to help

them through a very tough time. Please think about it

and talk with your family before you become a foster

home. They all need safe, supportive environments!

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If you find yourself and your family interested in Foster

Care, please contact Melissa Lopez

405-275-4030 ext. 166.

KITCHEN

Sunday - 7am to 7pm

Monday - 7am to 3pm

Tuesday - 7am to 3pm

Wednesday - 7am to 8pm

Thursday - 7am to 8pm

Friday - 7am to 9pm

Saturday - 7am to 9pm

Early Bird Breakfast

$4.99

2 Eggs/Bacon or Sausage/Hash

Browns

Biscuits & Gravy or Toast & Coffee

(Not valid on Saturday or Sunday. 1 coupon

per customer.With coupon.

No substitutions

Check out our

daily homemade

lunch specials!

Something

different

every day!

Open 7 Days A Week!

366-7220

(In Front of Thunderbird Entertainment Center Next

to AST Smoke Shop)

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL PHARMACY

SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Pharmacy (Shawnee Location) can fill prescriptions for

enrolled tribal citizens only.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Clinic Pharmacy in Little Axe can fill prescriptions for

tribal citizens written by Physicians not located a Tribal Clinic under the following circumstances:

1.

2.

The prescription is for an Absentee Shawnee Tribal citizen who has

an established chart at the Little Axe Clinic.

The prescription is on the formulary of approved medications and

stocked in the pharmacy.

If you’d like to submit an ad or

article give us a call at

(405) 275-4030 ext. 146 or

send us an e-mail at

mediadept@astribe.com

The following are a few tips to help us deliver pharmacy services to you more efficiently;

4 Present insurance cards each time you pick up or drop off a prescription.

4 Keep us informed of all changes in address, phone number and other contact

information.

4 Let the Pharmacy staff know if the prescription is going to be picked up or needs to

be delivered.

4 If you have any questions concerning your prescription please feel free to call

and talk to our Pharmacist. They are here to assist you with your pharmaceutical

needs.



ALL ARTICLES WILL BE

SUBMITTED AS

RECEIVED.

Office of Environmental

Health & Engineering

• Tribal Housing Improvements Application

Other Programs available:

• Sanitation Facililties Assistance Program

Applictions need to be completed and all necessary documents attached

before the application will be processed.

Applications are available online on the website: www.astribe.com.

Submit completed application to:

Office of Environmental Health & Engineering

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, Ok 74801

Absentee Shawnee Tribe Complex

Office of Environmental Health & Engineering, Building 13

If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at (405) 214-4235

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Little Axe Clinic • Little Axe Dental Clinic

15702 E. Hwy 9

Norman, Oklahoma 73026

Phone: (405) 447-0300 Fax: (405) 447-2250

Clinic Operating Hours

Monday thru Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Weekends/Federal Holidays

Closed

* Clinic and Pharmacy will be closed

the 3rd Wednesday of each month

from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m

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THIP list all applicants by a priority list:

a.

Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly

b.

Income

c.

Family Size/Overcrowded Living Conditions

Condition of Home

d.

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The Tribal Housing Improvement Program’s goal is providing sanitary, safe, and decent housing for its members by utilizing the following criteria to select the most “in

need” tribal members with homes that are in disrepair but are still suitable for rehabilitation. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements and criteria which is

approved by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

PRSRT

STANDARD MAIL

U.S. Postage Paid

Permit No. 434

Shawnee, OK 74801

return service

requested

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APRIL 2011 SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

ABSENTEE

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

of Indians of Oklahoma

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

2011

TRIBAL PHONE NUMBERS

Tribal Complex

(405) 275-4030

or

1-800 256-3341

Building Blocks

(405) 878-0633

Health Programs

(405) 878-4702

1-877-878-4702

or

Little Axe Clinic

(405) 447-0300

(405) 307-9704

Little Axe Dental

(405) 878-5850

Shawnee Clinic

Shawnee Pharmacy

(405) 878-5859

Behavioral Health

(405) 878-4716

LA Resource Center

(405) 364-7298

(405) 364-7569

or

LA Cultural Center

(405) 447-3372

AST Police

(405) 275-3200

(405) 275-3432

or

OEH/OEP

(405) 214-4235

AS Housing Authority (405) 273-1050

Thunderbird Casino

(405) 360-9270

Or

1-800-259-LUCK

AST Media Dept

(405) 598-1279

AST Media Dept Fax (405) 598-1294

AST Tribal Grocery &

SmokeShop Little Axe (405) 364-0668

AST Country Kitchen (405) 366-7220

AST Smokeshop in

Harrah

(405) 454-0055