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5 ElDERs council

7 REalty DEpaRtmEnt

8-9 ElEction commission

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12-13 EmERgEncy managEmEnt

15 titlE vi mEnu

16-17 EDucation DEpaRtmEnt

Volume 28 No. 1

18 BuilDing Blocks

20-21 JanuaRy BiRtHDays

24-25 DiaBEtEs & WEllnEss

34 BRoWnfiElD REsponsE pRogRam

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Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Christmas Movie Event

Pictured: AST Treasurer Leah Bates, Dakota Blanchard, Twila Blanchard, AST Governor Edwina

Butler-Wolfe, Twila Parker. More photos from the event inside on page 19.

Executive Committee

Edwina Butler-Wolfe

Governor

Isaac Gibson

Lt. Governor

John Johnson

Secretary

Leah Bates

Treasurer

Anthony Johnson

Representative

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

Governor’s Report

Hello friends, neighbors, relatives and Tribal members at large! I hope

that each of you and your family members had a wonderful Christmas and

New Year.

The cold weather has hit us hard here in Shawnee and in Oklahoma at

large. The temperatures have been bitterly cold – 8 degrees as our low so far.

This type of cold has brought on an onset of maintenance concerns here at

the tribe – frozen pipes, leaking roofs and a number of other maintenance

problems related to the age of our buildings and the condition they are in.

Yesterday I saw the Lt. Governor and several of his Maintenance crew out

running ‘snakes’ to clear out sewage back up in several of our buildings.

These efforts are appreciated and hopefully the long standing needs of the

tribe’s buildings will begin to be taken care of.

•

Jennifer Harman and Scott Miller. (E-AS-2016-50) The Negotiation

Team is composed of some individuals who have limited to no prior

experience in negotiating Compacts.

Authorized and approved the offices of the Treasurer and the Secretary

to serve as the Executive Committee members with liaison powers

between the EC and the AST Health Authority, Inc. and LiSiWiNwi

Health, Inc. and removed all EC oversight authority from the tribe

and gave it to the Health Board(s). (E-AS-2016-51)

Approved hiring Troy Little Axe of Legal Advocates for Indian

Country, LLP for the purpose of providing a legal opinion of counsel

on behalf of the AST in relation to the Joint Venture project refinance

by LiSiWiNwi Health, Inc. and the AST. (E-AS-2016-52) This legal

group is the same one the tribe chose not to renew their AG contract

in 2013. Mr. Little Axe previously served as a health board member

during the time his firm was legal counsel for the Health Board(s).

Per Capita

The Ramah Navajo settlement funds have been disbursed as a onetime per capita payment to eligible tribal members. If you should have any

questions please direct those to John R. Johnson, Secretary, at 405-2754030, Ext. 6289 or Leah Bates, Treasurer, at 405-275-4030, Ext. 6239. I Movie for AST Children

My Office sponsored a movie for children and youth ages 0 to 18. This

express my thanks to the Finance and Enrollment staff for getting these

movie

took place at the Shawnee Cinema 8 on December 11th. There were

actions taken care of.

329 that showed up. Last year we had 160 this is a marked increase. Every

Noteworthy Resolutions

year we have a re-occurring issue. What I encountered this year was that

A Special Executive Committee Meeting was called on November 29, we have tribal members who have a blended family which may have both

2016 by the Lt. Governor, Secretary, Treasurer, Representative. At this AST and non-AST children within it. It is difficult to turn a child aside

meeting they (excluding me) endorsed the following resolutions:

from these families, yet, we contract each year to make the movie available

• The Absentee Shawnee Tribe approving the provision of prescription for only AST children and tribal membership is checked. I understand

drug services to Non-Indian beneficiaries limited to employees and that some families are willing to pay for these additional family members

their families with insurance coverage provided through the tribal yet this is an exclusive tribal event that appropriate and adequate notice is

policy. (E-AS-2016-49)

given that ONLY AST children and a guardian/or parent may attend with

• Authorized approving and establishing a Compact Negotiation them. I apologize, if by following this rule, that there may be those who

Committee to re-negotiate the Self-Governance Compact between become offended. If there are late arrivals then they can receive their gift

the AST & USA naming the Executive Committee members and the cards but may not be able to attend the movie as this is the theatre’s rule that

following individuals as members of the Negotiation Team: Mark once the bill is paid (based on the attendee’s at the beginning of the movie)

Rogers, Marla Throckmorton, Melpherd Switch, Alyssa Campbell, then the movie is closed.

Director’s Meetings

I have often been asked by tribal members within the community on

whether we have Director meeting’s here at the tribe. I tell them ‘yes’,

however, not all EC or their Directors attend these. I cannot authorize

Directors under the oversight of other EC to attend these. Yet, they are

beneficial in answering the questions and challenges that is faced within

our tribal communities. I have decided to list each Department who attends

our monthly Director meetings so that you are aware of who is vested in

learning about the needs and meeting the challenges of serving you, our

tribal members. This month the following Departments attended:

MIS, Education, Title VI, Chief of Police, Media, Health, Building

Blocks, AST Housing Authority, Enrollment

We have nine Divisions at the Tribe under EC oversight. Those

Department Directors who attended fall under two of those nine. The

Health Corporation(s) are now under Board Authority.

In Conclusion

I have 5 months left in Office and I find each day eventful and full of

possibilities. My door is always open (unless I am in a meeting or at a

meeting) and I welcome your visits.

Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the

Future (BFF) - united and together!

Thank you for your support.

CATEGORY

Congratulations Abbe!!!!

JANUARY FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES

TOTAL

COLLECTED

Sales (6%)

$6,629.54 $5,925.93 $6,695.50 $1,102.06 $11,858.67 $3,055.61 $5,189.41

$233.28

$406.29 $4,533.76 $4,285.55

Gaming % of free cash $100,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $150,000.00 $100,000.00 $150,000.00 $200,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00 $250,000.00

Employee (1%)

$20,005.91 $10,776.88 $7,398.58 $10,826.58 $14,605.02 $10,799.58 $11,170.30 $7,282.34 $7,690.76 $13,470.79 $22,690.04

Severance (8%)

$2,266.67 $1,609.65

$460.78

$919.02

$461.01 $2,698.05 $2,232.26 $1,290.78 $2,064.62 $1,369.93 $1,116.17

Motor Vehicle

$10,173.81 $16,449.81 $16,519.87 $15,797.40 $12,420.36 $12,691.64 $16,578.05 $12,503.02 $12,592.24 $11,354.00 $13,675.35

Tobacco Refund

$7,107.73 $1,052.86 $7,697.88 $17,197.56 $14,653.05 $16,595.49 $15,084.70 $13,025.59 $15,117.38 $12,240.89 $10,491.83

$0.00

$49,915.60

$2,000,000.00

$136,716.78

$16,488.94

$150,755.55

$130,264.96

$146,183.66 $285,815.13 $238,772.61 $195,842.62 $203,998.11 $145,840.37 $200,254.72 $234,335.01 $287,871.29 $242,969.37 $302,258.94

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$2,484,141.83

$105.00

$0.00

$1,982.41

0.08%

TOTAL COLLECTIONS $146,407.11 $285,960.13 $239,072.61 $196,117.62 $204,063.11 $146,045.37 $200,374.72 $234,556.47 $287,993.79 $243,169.37 $302,363.94

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TOTAL TAXES

Miscellaneous

$223.45

$145.00

$300.00

$275.00

$65.00

$205.00

$120.00

$221.46

$122.50

$200.00

2.01%

80.45%

5.50%

0.66%

6.06%

5.24%

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Realty Department

Reminder:

• All trust land transactions must come through the Realty Office.

• Sales and/or any other trust land transactions must be authorized by the Realty Department and approved

by the BIA.

• Any trust land transactions not involving the Realty Department are invalid.

• Please keep addresses current with the Office of the Special Trustee for Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This

will allow proper notification to be made to landowners on new leases and other information.

• Please keep addresses current with the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty

Department to cross-reference landowner addresses with the OST.

• lease visit www.indiantrust.com whereabouts unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if

you or your relatives are on this list.

• Gift deed transactions will take time to get approved from the BIA.

• Negotiated sales must follow the proper procedures to ensure the transaction is considered for approval.

• A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process.

If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030.

PROBATE MISSION STATEMENT

The primary mission of the Division of the Probate is to compile inventories of the Indian Trust Assets and family

information, and to coordinate the timely distribution of trust assets with the Office of Hearings and Appeals, Land

Titles and Records Office and the Office of Special Trustee.

The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for

adjudication by the Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA). After OHA issues a probate order the Division works

with other trust offices, such as the Office of Special Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records

Office to distribute assets.

In order for this to happen, the family of the decedent will need to contact the Absentee Shawnee Real Estate

Division (Probate) to start the probate process.

Should you have any questions, please contact Lea Tsotaddle at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248.

Election Commission

The following positions will be open for the elections in 2017.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

Position

Governor

Secretary

Filing Fee

$590.00

Term

Two (2) Years

ELECTION COMMISSION:

Position

Election Commissioner

Election Secretary

Commission Member #2

Filing Fee

$174.00

$215.00

Term

Two (2) Year (unexpired)

Three (3)Year

Fee Amount: Basic fee (Executive Committee $500.00 and Election Commission $125.00) plus $40.00 Alcohol test, $25.00 Drug test and $25.00 MVR.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A) An enrolled member of the tribe.

B) An eligible voter for purposes of voting in tribal elections.

C) Must be twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of the election for which he/she desires to be a candidate.

D) Physically reside within the following Counties: Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, McClain, Garvin, Pontotoc, Seminole, Lincoln or Okfuskee.

E) In cases where a prospective candidate has been convicted of a felony, such person shall not be eligible for consideration as a candidate until at least

five (5) years have passed following completion of the penalty for such conviction(s).

F) Not more than one (1) member of an immediate family shall be elected to the same tribal elective body except when running as a candidate for the

same elective position.

SPECIFIC/ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS for candidates running for Elective Office may be imposed if approved by tribal referendum.

A) An elected official has to complete the term of office to which he/she was elected before running for another position on the same elective body unless

the position is in the same election year.

B) In order to ensure the rights of tribal members and potential candidates, the Election Commission may find that a candidate is ineligible for office if

it is established by the Election Commission, in accordance with due process procedures that provide for a hearing and an opportunity to be heard,

that the potential candidate has previously violated the Oath of Office; and the aforementioned administrative ruling of the Election Commission

may be appealed to the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Court or, further, the Election Commission may appeal to Absentee Tribal Court.

C) In order to ensure the rights of tribal members and elected officials, the Election Commission may find an elected official has violated the Oath

of Office if it is established by an administrative ruling of the Election Commission in accordance with due process procedures that provide for a

hearing and an opportunity to be heard and such administrative ruling of the Election Commission may be appealed to the Absentee Shawnee Tribal

Court or, further, the Election Commission may appeal to the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Court.

D) If it is has been determined by the Election Commission or a Court of Law, by clear and convincing evidence, that a potential candidate and/or

an elected official has violated the Oath of Office, they will be eliminated as a candidate until such time that five (5) years has passed after such

determination and all Court orders and obligations are met.

E) Must have a Valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License.

F) Must have a Negative Result on a Drug and Alcohol test.

G) Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

Election Commission

PLEASE fill out EACH BLANK completely and return by the Deadline.

ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST

I, ____________________________________, hereby certify that I am or will be an Eligible

(Print Name)

Voter of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe on or before March 18, 2017. I cannot physically

be present to cast my Vote at the March 18, 2017 Primary Election, therefore, I am

requesting an Absentee Ballot be mailed to me at the following address.

Name (please print): ___________________________________________________________

(first)

(middle)

(maiden)

(last)

Address:____________________________ City: _______________St: _______Zip:________

CDIB#:______________________

Date of

Birth:_______________________

Signature:________________________________

Date:______________________________

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

February 26, 2017

Mail to:

Absentee Shawnee Election Commission

P.O. Box 741

Tecumseh, OK 74873

Fax to:

Fax # (405) 273-1337 (Do not fax to any other fax #)

Phone: (405) 275-4030 ext. 6271

Toll free number 1-800-256-3341 ext. 6271

Deliver in Person to:

Election Commission Office located in the Tribal Court Building

All eligible voters are entitled to vote either at the Polls or by Absentee Ballot.

This form may be duplicated for your convenience.

______________________________________________________________________________

ELECTION COMMISSION USE ONLY

Received: _____________________ Approved:____________________ Disapproved: _______________

If Disapproved (reason): _________________________________________________________________

Denial Letter Mailed:___________________________ Ballot Mailed:_____________________________

_______________________________________

Election Commission/Representative

AST HeAlTH SySTem - JAnuAry 2017

Last year, 2016 was a breakout year for your AST Health System! We’ve increased patient care and access to more services, more reliably, for more

tribal members, generating more employment opportunities and revenue for the health programs than has ever been achieved in the tribe’s history

within its health programs! We added thousands of new patients to our services; saw a huge return of AST members coming back to their health system,

as well as maintaining great customer service and patient satisfaction scores! This year, the health system was also honored on a variety of levels (systemwide, individuals and board members) with awards by the OK State Health Department’s Healthy Business program and the AARP’s Tribal Elder Honors

to national excellence awards from the Medical Group Management Association and the Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). We

completed a 12 ½ journey to being Nationally Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) securing one of the

highest certification scores they’ve ever issued to a newly accredited institution. We also have seen unprecedented patient services expansion never

before seen by your health system, with more renovation projects and growth by the tribe, becoming the largest program within all of the AST Programs

overseen by the tribe! We hope everyone has a prosperous and Happy New Year, and continued good health in the year to come – we are strong and

great because of our patients and our staff, thank you for your dedicated support!

We are thankful and very proud of our outstanding star performers this month and thank them all for their contributions to our patients, their fellow

employees, and the tribe! Employee of the month in December for health was Dara Thorpe, Behavioral Health Director; the team of the month was the

AST Health System’s Behavioral Health Clinic! The special leadership recognition award was presented to Dr. Sean Whelan, Behavioral Health Medial

Director. The AST Behavioral Health Staff have worked tirelessly to expand hours and services to all of our patients, and we appreciate the leadership and

teamwork by the entire staff in never stopping to reach for the stars! Our AST Health System strives to make your health its top priority, and you all make

a difference for our health system and the health and wellness of all of our patients! We will announce the Employee of the Year for 2016 in February’s

article once we’ve finished voting (voting ongoing as of the deadline of the newspaper).

Additional health related information:

• PlusCare Clinic/Little Axe area has the ability to treat non-life threatening

illnesses and injuries on a walk-in basis (no appointment needed). This service is

extended to enrolled AST tribal members and other IHS eligible Native Americans

who are the ages of 2 years and up. If you are a new (AI/AN) patient to our health

system and are in need of our PlusCare services, please bring with you, your CDIB

card, a second form of identification, social security card and health insurance card(s),

if available. The location is 15702 East State Highway 9, Norman, OK (former Little

Axe Clinic-near Thunderbird Casino/Norman). The phone number is (405)4470477. Hours of operation are M-F 9 AM to 9 PM with last walk-in accepted at 8:30

PM, Saturday and Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM and holidays are 9 AM to 5 PM (excluding

Thanksgiving and Christmas) with last walk-in patient accepted at 4:30 PM.

• Shawnee Clinic Extended Hours/Shawnee area has the ability to treat non-life

threatening illnesses and injuries on a walk-in basis (no appointment needed). This

service is extended to enrolled AST tribal members, Native American Veteran’s,

IHS eligible Native Americans, Medicaid/SoonerCare pediatric patients, and BCBS

covered AST non-Native employees who are the ages of 2 years and up. If you are a

new patient to our health system and are in need of our extended hours services, please

bring with you, your CDIB card, a second form of identification, social security card

and health insurance card(s), if available. The location is 2029 South Gordon Cooper

Drive, Shawnee, OK. The phone number is (405)878-5850. Hours of operation are

M-F 5 PM to 9 PM with last walk-in accepted at 8:30 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM

with last walk-in accepted at 4:30 PM and closed Sundays and holidays.

• Emergency Dental Clinic is available every Monday from 8 AM to 11:30 AM at

the Little Axe Health Center. Patients will be evaluated on a first come, first serve

basis and type of emergency care needed. Patients who have suffered trauma or

present infection will be considered before other as well as established patients being

considered before new patients. For more information, please call (405) 447-0300.

• AST/Serviced Health System Native American Veterans: If you are currently

receiving services with the area VA Medical Center, please contact us today to set

up an appointment to have your services established with the AST Health System

at either the Shawnee Clinic (405) 878-5850 or Little Axe Health Center (405) 4470300.

• If you need CPR training, please contact the AST Health System’s Public Health

Office at (405) 447-0300 for scheduling and training opportunities.

• Contract Health Services (CHS) interactive phone menu helps patients access

the most appropriate service provider by calling (405) 701-7951 at the Little Axe

Health Center. This feature will speed up access to the patients seeking services and

follow-up to their care. We also have Contract Health representatives available at our

Shawnee location. Tribal members are able to call Ms. Flo Mann, LPN or Ms. Laurie

Webber, LPN at (405) 878-5850.

• Customer Service line is (405) 701-7623. Please direct all complaints or

compliments to this line for appropriate attention and/or response. Please be assured

that this is the best way to have each situation addressed, with consistent updates

from our Health Staff. After the investigations of all issues are complete, our Health

Director or a Clinic Administrator will personally contact you with updates, decisions,

or question pertaining to your case.

• The AST Anti-Bullying Prevention “HOTLINE” is (405) 701-7987 during work

hours 8-5, M-F, and for added confidentiality or after hours you may contact Mrs.

Dara Thorpe at either (405) 701-7992 or via cell (405) 481-0815 to start intervention

assistance for tribal youth. If it is an emergency or someone is at risk of harming

themselves or others, please contact 911.

• The Affordable Care Act Decision Tool continues to be a valuable tool with

helping you decide what you need to do for compliance with the act. Please see the

ACA tab at the ASTHA Health Program’s Website: http://www.asthealth.org/aca

(Please visit our site today to find out what you need to do to protect yourself and

your family)!

• Emergency After Hours Pharmacy: If you experience an emergent issue after

hours and receive a prescription that needs to be filled that same evening, AST

Health has provided access for Tribal members only at three (3) approved Wal-green

locations in Shawnee and Norman. You will need to submit your prescription and

it is mandatory to identify yourself with your AST CDIB card and other appropriate

ID. Then they shall fill your prescription. You will have a 5-day limited fill on your

prescription. Upon the first work/business day, you can have the remaining balance

of your prescription(s) transferred to your AST pharmacy in either Shawnee or Little

Axe, and they will fill your remaining balance. The three (3) AST Health approved

Walgreen service locations are: 1427 North Harrison Street or at 600 Shawnee Mall

Drive, Shawnee, Oklahoma or 615 West Main Street, Norman, Oklahoma.

The Little Axe Health Center Drive-Thru Pharmacy is also available for emergency

fills, for tribal members only, from: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM

to 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday and holidays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding

Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• Social Media: You can follow the AST Health System on Facebook and receive the

most current messages and announcements regarding your tribal health care.

January 2017-Scheduled Closings

DATE:

TIME(S) CLOSED:

January 2017-Scheduled Closings

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SMOKING CESSATION GROUP

***Also, weather closures/delays will be posted on the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Facebook wall and on www.asthealth.com’s homepage.

Facilitator: Marvin Smith, LPC, LADC

Little Axe Health Center’s Behavioral Health Department (405)447-0300 or (405)701-7987

This service is offered on Tuesdays from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Start date: To be determined (group dates are typically set once an adequate number of participants have signed up for services).

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Tobacco remains the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S.

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More than 16 million people have at least one disease caused by smoking.

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Smokers are 30-40 times more likely to develop type II diabetes that non-smokers.

•

5.6 million Children will die early due to smoking.

Course objectives:

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Understand the economical, medical, and social effects of cigarette consumption.

•

Gain knowledge of why people engage in tobacco use.

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Establish personal consequences associated to your use.

•

Develop and gain coping skills to facilitate a smoke-free lifestyle.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

WINTER WEATHER SAFETY

Winter weather presents many safety challenges and although staying indoors as much as possible can help reduce the risk of falls on the ice or traffic

crashes, you may also face potential indoor hazards. Being prepared and following safety precautions can help you stay safe and warm through the

winter season. These simple, low-cost steps that individuals and families can take to be ready include setting aside emergency supplies, making a family

emergency plan and staying informed about local conditions.

The aftermath of a winter storm can have an impact on a community or region for days or weeks. Here are some tips to be ready for a winter storm or

extreme cold:

•

Minimize outside activities. The elderly and very young should pay particular attention to not overexert themselves while shoveling snow or doing

other outdoor tasks. The strain from the cold and the hard work could cause a heart attack.

Dress in several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing, rather than a single layer of heavy clothing. Outer garments should be tightly woven and

water repellent. Wear a hat, mittens and sturdy waterproof boots, protecting your extremities. Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.

Excessive exposure can lead to frostbite, which is damaging to body tissue that is frozen. Frostbite causes a loss of feeling and a pale appearance in

extremities, such as fingers, toes, ear lobes or the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, seek medical help immediately.

Hypothermia can occur in extreme cases. The warning signs are uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech,

drowsiness and apparent exhaustion. If the person’s temperature drops below 95 degrees, seek immediate medical care.

If you lose your heat, seal off unused rooms by stuffing towels in the cracks under the doors. At night, cover windows with extra blankets or sheets.

Food provides the body with energy for producing its own heat. Make sure you have plenty of high-energy foods on hand. It is important to also have

1 gallon of drinking water per day for each member of your household. At least a 3-day supply of food and water is recommended.

Consider your pets and livestock. They will need extra food and drinking water and shelter to help them stay warm as well.

Be a good neighbor. Check with elderly or relatives and friends who may need additional assistance to ensure their safety.

Keep space heaters at least three feet from other objects and never leave space heaters unattended.

Test all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to make certain they are working properly.

During a power outage, use flashlights as lighting sources.

Avoid exertion as cold weather puts extra strain on your heart. Remember to stay hydrated as well.

Make sure your home address is visible and take a few minutes to clear snow away from fire hydrants.

When utilizing alternate heating sources, such as your fireplace, woodstove or space heater, take the necessary safety precautions.

Keep a fire extinguisher handy; ensuring everyone knows how to use it properly.

Use portable generators cautiously. Make sure they are operated only out-of-doors in a well ventilated area. Refuel a generator only after it has cooled.

Do not connect your generator to your home’s electrical system except through an approved transfer switch installed in compliance with the local

electrical code.

Home caregivers should prepare a disaster supplies kit for any family member who cannot do so on their own. If this person receives home care,

speak with the case manager to see what the agency’s role would be in the case of emergency at home or if evacuation is indicated.

KNOW the TERMS

Freezing Rain: rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating a coating of ice on roads, walkways, trees, and power lines.

Sleet: rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Sleet also causes moisture on roads to freeze and become slippery.

Winter Storm Watch: a winter storm is possible in the area. Tune to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for more information.

Winter Storm Warning: a winter storm is occurring or will soon occur in the area.

Blizzard Warning: sustained winds or frequent gusts to 35 mile per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow (reducing

visibility to less than a quarter mile) are expected to prevail for a period of three hours or longer.

Frost/Freeze Warning: below freezing temperatures are expected.

TIPS FOR HAPPY MOTORING THIS WINTER

• Make sure your car is properly tuned up and in good working order and that all fluids are filled to the proper levels.

• Listen to winter weather advisories. Don’t get out unless absolutely necessary during inclement weather.

• If you must travel during inclement weather, travel on main roads during the day and always allow more time for your travel due to wet, icy, or snow

packed roads.

• Slow down to allow more time for travel, keep a safe distance when driving behind other vehicles and snow plows. Remember to stay clear of the

plow’s blind spots.

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•

Buckle up. Wearing a seat belt is one of the easiest safety precautions you can take.

Have a travel agenda and let someone know the agenda, when you depart, where you are along your expected travel route, and when you have arrived

at your destination.

Keep your fuel tank as full as possible at all times.

Keep a cell phone with a fully charged battery with you along with extra batteries and a charger.

Have an emergency supplies kit in your car including items such as:

• Blankets

• Extra layers of clothing

• First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher

• Gloves, winter hats, masks, parkas, heavy socks, and boots

• Candles with a can type base and matches (lighters don’t always work in extremely cold conditions)

• High energy foods, water, medications, and tissue paper

• Flashlights and extra batteries

• Shovel and ice scraper

• Small bag of sand or kitty litter for generating traction under vehicle wheels

• Miscellaneous tools (pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers pocket knife, tire

• chains, booster cables, tow ropes, gas line antifreeze

If you become stranded, Stay with your vehicle:

• Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow

• Run the engine and heater about ten minutes every hour to keep warm. When the engine is running, open an upwind window slightly

for ventilation and do not go to sleep while the engine is running

• Tie a bright red or orange cloth to the radio antenna to signal help is needed

• Exercise to maintain body heat but avoid overexertion Exercise to maintain body heat but avoid overexertion.

• Be careful not to waste battery power but periodically turn inside lights on at night so work crews or rescuers can see you.

• Sound three long blasts on your vehicle’s horn ten seconds apart, every 30 minutes

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

HEARTLINE EMERGENCY

911

211

Police, Fire, Ambulance

State of Oklahoma

TRIBAL POLICE

TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGER

405-275-3200

405-740-1562 (Cell)

Absentee Shawnee

SHERIFF

CITY POLICE

CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

COUNTY HEALTH DEPT.

405-273-1727

405-273-2121

405-273-5272

405-273-2157

Pottawatomie County

Shawnee

Pottawatomie County

SHERIFF

CITY POLICE

HEALTH DEPT.

405-701-8888

405-321-1600

405-749-1591

Cleveland County

Norman

Cleveland County

OG&E

405-272-9595

1-800-522-6870

Report Power Outage

CANADIAN VALLEY

405-382-3680

Power Outage

DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

HIGHWAY PATROL

1-800-522-0206

405-425-4385

State of Oklahoma

Road Conditions

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

AST Complex Closed

Martin Luther

King Jr Day

BBQ Pork Sandwich

Onions, Pickles

Chips

Apricots

Cold Cut Sandwich

LTOP

Veggie Soup

Mixed Fruit

Baked Fried Chicken

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Veggies

Bread/Pudding

AST Complex

Closed

Chicken Stir Fry

Egg Roll

Pineapples

Hamburger

LTOP

French Fries

Beef Fingers

Mashed pot/Gravy

Tossed Salad

Bread/Pudding

Tator Tot

Casserole

Green Beans

Crisp

Chicken Pot Pie

Mixed Veggies

Biscuit

Mixed Fruit

Pinto Beans

Steakfries

Cornbread

Cake

Baked Chicken

Scalloped Pot.

Veggies

Bread/Apple

Chili

Chez, Onions,

Crackers

Pears

Thursday

Goulash

Squash

Bread

Peaches

Tamales

Refried Beans

Spanish Rice

Jell-O

Hamburger

Stroganoff

Tossed Salad

Plums

Ribs

Baked Beans

Broccoli

Mandarin Oranges

Friday

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Grits

Bacon

Toast

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Scrambled Eggs

Ham

English Muffin

Fruit

Saturday

Fish

Mac & Chez

Tossed Salad*

Prunes

NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!

CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030

EXT 6227 or 6270

OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS

9AM TO 11AM

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

How time flies by!!! We hope your 2017 will be blessed with family, friends, and new adventures. If we have a winter keep yourself warm, still drink

your water and if you must travel buckle up, charge your cell phone, gas your car up and have snacks just in case something happens and it could in just

seconds.

January 2, 2017 AST Complex will be closed to observe New Year’s Day- No lunch will be delivered or served

January 16, 2017 AST Complex will be closed to observe Martin Luther King Jr Day- No lunch will be delivered or served

If you have any questions, concerns or comments please feel free to contact us at: 405-275-4030 ext 6227

Absentee Shawnee Tribe – Severe Weather Policy effective December 2013 states:

2. PROVISIONS

a. Prior to normal starting time it will be announced on one of the local television or radio channels that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe is open and/or

closed based on weather severity. The Governor, and/or designee, will report to these channels: Channel 4, 5, 9, Fox 25; Radio- KTOK 1000; KOCK 1520

AM. Formerly the policy has been that when schools in Little Axe and Shawnee are closed then employees would be allowed administrative leave. This

policy seeks to clarify on procedures and gives the decision making process back to the Tribe.

b. On days when weather conditions worsen as the day progresses, the Governor or another Member of the Executive Committee may decide to close

early. In such cases, a decision and an announcement will be made through email to all employees

Education Department

AST Education Department: Big Jim Youth Awards

We will begin taking applications for the 2016-17 Big Jim Youth Awards on January 1, 2017.

High school seniors of both genders within the 50 United States are eligible to apply for these

awards for the 2016-2017 school year. Applications will be accepted from January 1 to March

31, 2017 by US mail or email, official transcripts must be mailed. The official application form

will be available in January 2017 at www.astribe.com under the Education Department. The

$1,000.00 award is in the form of a scholarship to the college or university where the award

recipient will attend for the fall 2017 semester. The scholarship must be used for the fall 2017

semester.

We will begin accepting applications for the following awards:

•

Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male and Female)

Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male and Female)

Individuals are encouraged to nominate deserving high school seniors. You may nominate

yourself. Please refer to the application for required documents. Eligible nominations will be

judged by a panel of (non-AST) experts assembled specifically for this purpose. The intent is to

bring together an unbiased group of experts to evaluate the applicants in an impartial and

unbiased environment. Their decisions are final with respect to all matters concerning these

awards. Awards will be announced in May 2017.

We encourage ALL Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors to apply.

Award recipients will be recognized as the 2016-2017 Big Jim Academic Achievement Award

winner or the Big Jim Athlete of the Year. In addition to this recognition the award recipients

will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship to be used towards their education and the advancement of

their career.

Questions on these awards program should be addressed to:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Education Department

c/o Tresha Spoon

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

405.275.4030 Ext 6242

youthaward@astribe.com

Education Department

Applications accepted:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Education Department

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

(405) 275-4030 Ext. 6242 Toll free (800) 256-3341

youthaward@astribe.com

Jan. 1st –March 31st

Finalists announced:

May 2017

Fax (405) 273-7938

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Male)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Academic Achievement Award (Female)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Male)

□ $1,000 Scholarship Big Jim Athlete of the Year (Female)

STUDENT INFORMATION

Name: ___________________________________________________

(LAST)

(FIRST)

(MI)

Enrollment #:

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

(STREET)

Home Phone: (

(CITY)

)

Cell Phone: (

(STATE)

(ZIP)

)

Email:

HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

High School Name:

City:

State:

Guidance Counselor:

Phone #:

Sport:

Position:

Coach:

Phone #:

(FIRST)

(LAST)

All Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors are eligible and encouraged to apply.

Documents to be included with application:

□ Official High School Transcript

□ Letter of Recommendation (Educator/Coach)

□ Tribal Enrollment Card (copy)

□ Resume of Accomplishments and Activities

□ 500-word Essay: How do you feel your accomplishments (knowledge/training) will influence your future?

□ Video (optional): no more than 10 minutes in length

BUILDING BLOCKS

December News,

As the year came to an end the teachers prepared the children for the annual Christmas program. We enjoyed each class room singing Christmas

songs and performing finger plays. The kitchen staff prepared some wonderful snacks for the parents as they enjoyed watching their children preform.

The kids also enjoyed a visit from a very special guest, that’s right, SANTA, he delivered each child a special present. We would like to send out a very

special thank you to the AST Police for allowing us to borrow Officer Jason Brinker who did a wonderful job playing SANTA!! The teachers also had a

teacher appreciation dinner where they exchange gifts.

Dates to Remember

Building Blocks will be closed

January 2, 2017

January 16th, 2017

As always my door is open to and questions or concerns.

Elizabeth Crawford

Director

Building Blocks II

Photos from AST Movie Event on Dec. 11, 2016

January 2017 BIRTHDAYS

Aguirre Perez, Mabel Beatrice

Alford Jr., Paul Leon

Alford, David Wesley

Alford, Sandra Kaye

Altman, Garrett Michael

Anderson, William Chase

Armstrong, Frank Lee

Barber, Joseph Leeroy

Barbosa, Cash Cisco

Barfield, Amandia Quaymmie

Barton, Brittany Lynn

Bates, Terri Elaine

Bayliss, Jeffery Channing

Beach, Cary Sue

Bearden, Tammy Sue

Bettelyoun, Kelan Chase

Bittle, Boston Warrior

Blalock, William Charles

Blanchard II, Aaron Gabriel

Blanchard, Bernice Starr

Blanchard, Chelsey Kolesha

Blanchard, Chester Vernon

Blanchard, Cory Eugene

Blanchard, Terance Blaine

Blanchard, Twyla Gayle

Boston, Nathan Daniel

Boyd, Ladarius Eugene

Bradley, Clarence Scott

Bragg, Ronald Lee

Brannon, Tyneeka Alexandria

Bread, Christina L.m.

Brinson Jr, F E

Brokeshoulder, Sherri Dawn

Brown, Harper Janiece

Brummett, Taylor Renee

Burkhard, Valarie Mae

Casteel, Annabella Rai

Chisholm, Mark Wayne

Citty, Rebecca

Clark, Emiley Ann

Coleman, Justin Ray

Colungo, Damien Micheal

Condra, Karri Marie

Coon, Wynona Sloat

Cope, Michell Eldon

Coriz, Matoka Marie

Cox, Micheal Sage

Creamer, Maureen Jessica

Creek, Bessie Lee

Cripps, Jimmy Mark

Crossley, Orin Lee

Crossley, Rachel Ann

Crouch, Jennifer Renee

Cruz, Reyna Jalyssa

Cutler, Breanna Kailee

Dankenbring, Melody Renee

Davis, Rhonda Jean

Day, Vivian Denise

Day, Zander Nicholas

Deer, Braelyn Ariyahna

Deere, Christopher Lee

Deere, Clinton Jess

Delodge, Raymond Louis

Dibler Jr, Daymon Daniel

Eckles, Ethan Andrew

Edwards, Connor Sagan-Riley

Ellis, Brandi Nicole

Ellis, Jackson Matthew

Ellis, Lisa Marie

Ellis, Ryan Mark

Felton, Kandice Nicole Grace

Fire, Orphie Jane

Flowers, Jasmine Lynne

Foreman Jr., James Louis

Foreman, Anthony Clayton

Foreman, Elijah Bryce

Foreman, Hunter Lynn

Foreman, Mary Ella

Freeman, Jerilyn Kay Barnett

Fritsch, Jaxon James

Fruit, Andrea Dee

Geissler, Jarett Paul

Gibson, Braxton Reid Caddo

Gibson, Clarence

Gibson, Gloria Lynne

Gibson, Jeremy Lee

Gibson, Jimmy Ray

Gibson, Martha Lynette

Gibson, Ronnie Caleb

Gibson, Walter Ray

Gilman, Howard Floyd

Gonzalez, Xochitl Olivia

Goodman, Thomas Donald

Granstrom, Tyler Michael

Hall, Bonnee RaeLynn

Hamman, Stacie Berlyn

Hanson, Bentley Robert Jin

Harjo, Nicholas Gerald

Harjo, Tabias Darnell

Harrington, Carolyn Jean

Harris, Samuel Lee Allen Sabre

Haumpy, Tacie A’lize

Hawk, Quincy Ryan

Heatley, Cashis King

Heatley, Prada DeeAnn

Hernandez, Janessa Leann

Herrera, Angel Juventino

Hilderbrand, Cameron James

Hill, Keiton James

Hill, Stephen Lee

Hood, Dantel Ruya

Hough, Alyssa Blake

Howe, Angelina Marie

Humphrey, Lou Ann

Innis, Nicholas Alexander

Irvin, Michael Reed

Isaacs, Betty B

James, Diane Rene

Januszewski, Connie Bradley

Jimboy, Kaden Allen

Jiron, Mary Elizabeth

Johnson Jr., Henry Caddo

Johnson Jr., Josie Ed

Johnson, Bradley Nathaniel Preston Scott

Johnson, Bruce Dale

Johnson, David Lee

Johnson, Patrick Wayne

Johnson, Pauletta Elephant

Johnson, Tanessa Anah Marie

Kaseca, Thomas James

Keith, Shelli Leann

Kelly, Addison Marie

Kelough, Manuel LeeWayne

Kelsey, Kyler Seann

Komahcheet, Nolan Frank

Larson, Brooke Nichole

Leath Jr., William Jake

Lester, Bradley Shane

Lewelling, Amber Dawn

Little Axe Jr., Ricky Lee

Little Axe, Courtney Nicole

Little Axe, Darrell James

Little Axe, Daveny Amour

Little Axe, John Al

Little Charley, Keith Eldon

Little, Mia Rachelle

Little, Shea Alexis

Little, Sutton Keith

Little, Troy Don

LittleAxe-Nettles, Aniah Elizabeth

Littlecreek, Catherine

Littlecreek, Kami Dawn

Livsey, Shannon Marie

Longacre, Nancy L. Warrior

Longhorn II, Leonard Wayne

Longhorn Moore, Tylee Raquel

Longhorn, Bruce Jerome Allen

Longhorn, Crystal Alaina

Longhorn, La Donna Gail

Longhorn, Shawna Michele

Longman, Caitlin Oteaka

Lovins, Marilyn Sue

Lowe, Charles Jake Kilraine

Lowry, Linda Diane

Mann Jr., Glenn Dale

Mann Sr., Glenn Dale

Mann, Marc Andrew

Marquez II, Quentin Miles

Marriott, Cadence Sunay

Martin, Jared Webster

Martinez, Laronda Ann

Martinez, Naliyha Tewa

Martinez, Sam Littlecreek

Martinez, Winter Dawn

Masquas, Hazel Lynn

Masquat, Kinsley Rae

Mathany, Connie Ruth

Maxwell, Jimmy Ray

Maxwell, Nellie Tiger

Mazzucco, Tiana Bright Path

McBroom, Tallon Cole

McCreary, Gabriel David

McCreary, Lisa Jane

McGirt, Travis Wade

McPherson - Khalil, Jessica Lynn

McPherson-Brittain, Jason Tyler

McPherson, Alan Lynn

McPherson, Mason Thomas

McReynolds, Loren Joel

Meek Jr, Jimmy David

Melton, Serena Jo

Melzer, Logan Michael Boyer

Mendoza, Samuel Lee

Merrell, Maddox Andre

Milburn, Michelle Sahara

Miller, Laney Lee

Miller, Tre Dean

Mitchell, Gage Jaydn

Mitchell, Nycole Morningstar

Montgomery, Nathan Andre Patrick

Morgan, Autumn Dawn

Morris Jr., John Gilbert

Morris, Betty Sue Williams

Morris, David Leon

Morris, Jordan Marie

Morris, Lucas Hayden

Mull, Neela Mahadevi

Munroe, Ellen Marie

Nail, Brandy Diane

Nance, Desmond Ravon

Nance, Eva Renae

Navarro, Eric Roberto

Navarro, Isaac Joseph

Neash, Diondre DaShawn

Ned, Tina Renee

Nelson, Payton Ashlee

Nicholson Jr., Larry Zenith

Nicholson, Victoria Rose

Norton, Jai’Nasha Camille

O’Brian, Connie Frances

Odell, April Babette

Panther Jr., William

Panther, Cheyanne

Parsons-Squire, Autumn Lynn

Patty, Elsie Wynona

Pawnee, Izabella Danae

Pearce, Kelle Dawn

Pearl Atwood, Donna Sue

Pelts, Brandy Nicole

Pewenofkit, Alta Rochelle

Poncho, Octavia Marie

Puckitt, Zesa Lou-Ann

Queen, Marlene Lucille

Rakestraw, Mariah Diane

Ramirez II, Antonio

Ramos, Georgina Lynn

Reed, Teresa June

Reeves, Sharon Annette

Reyes, Jose Angel

Riden, C`anne Danielle

Ridenour, Logan Taylor

Riedel, Brian Alan

Roach, Dawson Wayne

Roberts, Ramona Lee

Robertson, Wanda Lejean

Robison, Tyrel Lane

Rochon, Stephen Arthur

Rolette, Ty Clay

Ruimveld, Chad Christopher

Rye, Gail Marie Alford

Sam-Ruimveld, Bailey Shae Issi Balalli

Sanders, Dylan Wayne

Seber, Jamie Nicole

Seber, Lauren Elizabeth

Serena, Anthony George

Shaffer, Christie Elaine

Shawnee, Keaten Wayne

Shelton, Xavier Race

Sherrill, Quentin Patrick

Shields, Aaliyah Brooke

Shields, Laila Annaliese

Shular, Sandra Jeanne Hood

Sloat, Cilicia Ann

Sloat, Warren Howard

Smith, Al Murray

Smith, Mariah Love

Smith, Ryan James

Snake, Anita Mae Burton

Snake, Barry Gabriel

Sorrells, Sandra Lee

Spoon, Barbara Jo

Spoon, Carl David

Spoon, Christopher Jaye

Spoon, Deric Brandon

Spoon, Tina Louise

Spybuck, Winter Dawn

Squire, Jimmy Dowell

Starr, Adrien Miguel

Starr, Martin

Starr, Rance George

Steinruck, Eugene Donnell

Stewart, Glenn Alan

Stewart, James Clyde

Stone, Brian David

Stricklin, Victor Medrano

Stryker, Rodney Shane

Sullivan, Glenda Ann Little Axe

Surface, Ashley Katherine

Sutton, Santos Daniel

Switch, Casey Camden

Switch, Hannah Nichelle

Tarbox, Christy Lee

Taylor, Nathan Wayne

Thomas, Joel Elijah

Thorpe II, Ronnie Allen

Thorpe Jr., James Francis

Thorpe, Shylah Jean

Tiger, Christoper Blaine

Tiger, Summer Dawn

Tiger, Wanda Little Axe

Tilley, Makiah Lynn

Tolbert, Ashlyn Reilly

Tonyan, Teagan Gwen

Torres, Fernando Jose

Torres, Rosa Marie

Treat, Joshua Steven

Turner, Timothy Jake

Tyner, Tonia Melanie

Uchida, Nolan Garrett

Valdivia, Thomas Lesley

Vanliew, Kesa La`nae

Villalobos, Valentina Noel

Wahpekeche, Eric Lynd

Wahpepah, Hazel Paige

Walker, Roger Steven

Warrior, Riley Shayne

Warrior, Tobin Shane

Warrior, Zybelle Rose

Washington, Rebecca Marie

Watson, Daniel Owen

Watson, Julie Marie

Watson, Matthew Payden

Watson, Patrick Scott

Watson, Shawnee Sharisse

Webb, Kelly Britt

White Thunder, Sheldon Thomas

White, Jesse Lee

White, Seth Wesley

Whited, Angela Kay

Williams, Joseph Billy

Williams, Joseph Bryan

Williams, Joshua David

Willoughby, Marcie Deann

Wilson, Aarion James Deer

Wilson, Alix Re`Ann

Wilson, Alta Louise

Wilson, Calvin Lee

Wilson, Christopher Dale

Wilson, Dean Owen

Wilson, Edward Wayne

Wilson, Faith Anne Marie

Wilson, James Francis

Wilson, Michael Eugene

Wilson, Stephen Edward

Wilson, Wesley Dean

Wise, Landon Kyle

Wolf Sr., Aaron Paul

Wolf, Angel Erica

Wolfe Jr., Houston Hugh

Womack, Kaleigh Patricia

Wood, Shelby Maddison

Woods, Jiya Marie

Wright, Phillip Lawrence

Wunderlin, Donna Jo

Wyatt, James Allen

Yandell, Leon Allen

Yeahpau, Michael Tyrus

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

BERNICE

BLANCHARD

CON GR A TS !

Shelsie Mae White Thunder

Graduated from Seminole State College with Associates in Language Arts

Devin Lance Leitka

Graduated from Haskell Indian Nations University with Bachelor’s in Environmental Science.

We are VERY proud of the both of you. You have had your struggles and showed us all that

no matter what life throws in your path you can achieve anything. Remember sky’s the limit

and anything is possible you just have to want it.

Love Always- The Whole Family

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THE 15th OF THE CURRENT MONTH

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NOT PER BIRTHDAY WISH.

Let us help...

With your cooling bill this summer

If you live in Pottawatomie or Cleveland counties

and have a C.D.I.B. card you may qualify for the

L.I.H.E.A.P Program

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225

Come and apply

Starting in May thru September

2016

The L.I.H.E.P Program will pay for

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE

• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD

• NOTARIZED TITLE

• NOTARIZED BILL OF SALE or

PURCHASE AGREEMENT

• LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments)

• LIEN RELEASE FORM (if previous owner had lien)

All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements and criteria which is

approved by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Department of Social Services

(405) 275-4030, Ext. 6225

Annette Wilson, Social Services

*TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR

ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS*

The following are current programs administered by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Education Department:

Note: You may be asked to provide supporting

documentation for verification purposes.

These are brief descriptions of current programs. Program guidelines are available in

hard copy at the Education Department office or for download at www.astribe.com.

•

Academic (K-12) Program: assists with academic related expenses, and a

portion of funds can be used for school-related athletic program expenses.

Program has a maximum funding limit for the academic year.

Zahn Program: established from a trust fund, program can help with some

graduation expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients

and one for High School graduates. Program has a maximum amount of funding

for graduation expenses.

Job Training Adult Education Program: funds for vocational training at

accredited vocational institutions. Program has a maximum funding limit for the

calendar year or per program.

Higher Education:

Education Incentive Award Program:

funds for

undergraduate degrees, one associate or bachelor degree, at any accredited college

or university. Funding levels are determined based upon grade point average and

full-time or part-time status.

Graduate Scholarship Program: funds for one master’s degree or one doctoral

degree, and can fund one graduate admissions test. This program has funding

levels based upon full-time and part-time status.

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

• VALID OKLAHOMA INSURANCE

• CDIB/ENROLLMENT CARD

• PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION

Big Jim Youth Award Program: annual incentive for High School

Seniors for Academic Achievement and Athlete of the Year. Deadline for

application submission is March 31st of each year.

*ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE

VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE

THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS

FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER*

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

Attention:

Applications for fall 2016 must be received or postmarked by June 15, 2016.

All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on

Services and select Education.

For more information, please call Tresha Spoon at (405) 275- 4030, Ext. 6242 or 1800-256-3341 or email to tresham@astribe.com.

1-4 YEARS

5-8 YEARS

9-12 YEARS

13-16 YEARS

17- OVER YEARS

$0.25 A DAY

$85

$75

$55

$35

$15

Chrissy Wiens

Physical Activities Specialist

Buster Bread

Fitness Manager

Brandon Goodman

Fitness Technician

The AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center provides state of the art fitness equipment to help you reach your fitness

goals. The AST Fitness Center is available to AST Diabetes Program patients, all Native Americans and their household

family members, and the AST employees. Our goal is to provide appropriate and educational fitness training to all AST

diabetes patients while promoting a safe, fun, and positive experience. Take some time to come by and visit the Diabetes and

Wellness Fitness Center today! For more information, please contact Buster Bread or Chrissy Wiens at (405) 364-7298.

McKenna Watson

Fitness Technician

AST Diabetes and Wellness Program

The goal of the diabetes and wellness program is to provide a supportive resource to tribal members who are currently diagnosed

with diabetes, or at risk and seeking information and/or support for diabetes and personal health. The program will offer guidance

on healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercise tips including workout classes with our two certified trainers, and keys

to reducing stress.

The AST Resource Center fitness room hours are:

Monday-Friday

6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday

9:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday

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For more information on the many exciting opportunities available for our tribal community please call our clinic at 405-7017977 or visit our website at www.asthealth.org (Then navigate to our Diabetes and Wellness section under the services section.)

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

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CLASSES

Zumba Fitness

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Strength Circuit

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Cardio Kickboxing

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Strength Circuit

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Zumba Fitness

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Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Core ‘N More

12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.

Chrissy Wiens

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Tabata Interval

2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Buster Bread

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Strength Circuit

5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Buster Bread

Little Axe Resource Center

“Core ‘N More”- Core training mixed with strength and aerobic

exercises to improve total body strength.

Aerobic Circuit

5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Buster Bread

Little Axe Resource Center

“Circuit Training”- A time efficient training system aimed at

developing strength through pre-determined training stations.

“Cardio Kickboxing”- Aerobic training using kickboxing

techniques to engage and strengthen the cardiovascular system.

“Tabata Interval”- A time-efficient aerobic training system aimed at

burning calories and improving cardiovascular fitness.

AST Health’s Diabetes & Wellness:

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many of us, resolutions are grandly made and easily broken.

Why? Because a resolution is just that – a decision. To make

a life change, you need more than a decision. You need a

plan. The plan is the guide to put your decision into action

so that you can reach your goal. It’s up to you to take steps

to get closer to your goal. Of the many resolutions you may

choose for your 2017 New Year please consider adding this

very simple task: Laughter.

Laughter can be the BEST medicine. Improve your health

with a good belly laugh...benefits include:

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Laughter can be a great workout for your diaphragm,

abdominal, respiratory, facial, leg, and back muscles. It

massages abdominal organs, tones intestinal functioning,

and strengthens the muscles that hold the abdominal organs

in place. Not only will your midsection get a workout, it

can benefit digestion and absorption functioning, too. It is

estimated that hearty laughter can burn calories equivalent

to several minutes on a rowing machine or exercise bike.

National Wellness Institute, www.nationalwellness.org

When working towards your resolutions or just trying to

live a better, healthier life this New Year know that we at the

Diabetes & Wellness Program are here to help you succeed.

Please make an appointment with your healthcare provider

and put your plan into action! And don’t forget to laugh

along the way because life is good.

Happy 2017 to our AST community!

Diabetes & Wellness

701-7977

From the Doctor’s Notebook

The second in this series of three articles on diabetes was published in the October issue of AST News inadvertently. The following is actually the first in the

series.

Up until now we have been discussing various issues that are important for members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe to be aware of. While those are important this

article will begin a series of discussion on diabetes. This malady is, perhaps the most serious medical problem that I encounter daily at our outpatient clinic. Diabetes

can be a devastating disease process if left untreated and that devastation is clearly felt among folks within the tribe. Unfortunately, while the symptoms of diabetes

are well known, thirsty all the time, urinating more often, many folks either ignore those or simply delay going to the doctor. In some case I have found quite severe

diabetes with involvement of the kidneys and other organs of the body. We don’t want this to happen.

So far we have covered obesity and high blood pressure. I feel it is incumbent upon me to discuss diabetes now because of its possibly horrible effects on people

with that. We will cover high cholesterol at a later date.

High blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes are four members of a very bad family, sort of like the relatives you don’t ever want to see or hear from

because they just bring trouble. We ought to be able to get a lot of mileage out of this series because these things tie several disease processes together and proper

control can greatly minimize your risk of dying before your time. After all, haven’t I been saying that all along? It is my job to show you how to keep from dying before

your time.

Grandma used to call it sugar diabetes but the correct term is simply diabetes. This metabolic disorder affects millions of Americans but is very prevalent among

Native American populations especially and is a disease of great concern to the healthcare community due to the significant toll it takes in death and disability each

year. As I like to tell my patients, a diagnosis of diabetes is not a death sentence. Properly managed, those with diabetes can live to a very ripe old age. Yes, it does

take effort to monitor blood sugars 3-4 times a day (if your doctor has you doing that) and to administer medications. As you will see in future articles, there are good

reasons for keeping on top of this. What we would like to do, of course is change those things which can be changed in order to halt the progression in the first place.

This is not always possible but in further articles we will discuss the so-called modifiable risk factors, not only for diabetes but several other disease processes.

As I mentioned before, diabetes is a metabolic disorder. It generally appears in two types, I and II. There was a time when type I was called juvenile onset or insulin

dependent diabetes, and type II was called adult onset, or non-insulin dependent. Much of this is now academic because in many cases, even type II diabetes can

progress to the point that insulin therapy will be needed to control blood sugar levels. As we find the epidemic of childhood obesity worsening we find that adult onset

diabetes is no longer a good way to describe type II diabetes. But, what is diabetes, really? At the risk of oversimplification I will attempt to explain.

After a meal, the body’s digestive process will cause levels of sugar (glucose) to rise in the blood. Glucose is the energy molecule used the brain, muscles and other

organs of the body to provide energy. In the normal sense, the elevation in glucose causes certain cells in the pancreas to secrete insulin. Insulin secretion takes place

both on demand and there is always a circulating level of insulin (baseline insulin) in the blood stream. Insulin is needed for certain cells in the body to take up glucose

from the blood stream for use in building units of energy storage or to utilize right away, as in muscles at work. As a point of interest, the brain does not utilize insulin

to take up glucose to supply energy. Insulin therefore is needed for expediting, as it were, the use of glucose for many bodily functions which lead to the production

of energy. The lack of, or the failure to use insulin is the key feature of diabetes. The diagnosis of diabetes is made when a simple blood test reveals circulating levels of

glucose above normal values. Interestingly enough, in the “old days” it was known (how, I don’t know) that people with significant diabetes spill glucose in their urine.

The physician would actually taste the patient’s urine to detect that sweetness. Needless to say I do not do that.

Type I diabetes may appear suddenly and is generally, though not always as I said seen in younger persons. While the exact initiator is unknown, it is thought that

a viral illness may trigger a process whereby the body attacks its own cells (a so called autoimmune process), namely those of the pancreas. When the insulin releasing

cells of the pancreas are destroyed diabetes ensues. Recall that I said insulin secretion should normally take place in response to elevations in blood glucose. When

there is a failure in insulin secretion in the pancreas blood glucose can rise to very high levels but those organs that require insulin to take up the glucose cannot do

so. Thus there is plenty of food as it were for those organs; they just cannot get to it. A new onset type I diabetic will start to lose weight dramatically. Thirst and the

desire to urinate will significantly increase. The body starts to break down stored fat to get energy (which really is already in the blood but unavailable). The energy

molecules produced from the breakdown of fat are called ketones and are a dangerous sign that something is very wrong. When stored fat starts breaking down a

dangerous condition known as metabolic acidosis ensues and folks get real sick in a hurry. If left untreated this leads to only one thing - death. The treatment for type

I diabetes is insulin from the outset of the disease process. Proper administration of insulin and monitoring of glucose levels during the day totally controls this type

of diabetes. Unfortunately, insulin dependent diabetes requires a high degree of surveillance.

During the early onset of type II diabetes, a situation is brought on by the failure of the organs themselves to respond properly to insulin which is circulating.

Unlike type I diabetes, the evolution of this process takes place over months to years and the only clue may be an increase in thirst and/or urination. Weight gain is

a common finding as well but is not the result of the diabetes but can be an initiator. Diabetes is a complex study in biochemistry but it has been pretty much shown

through numerous studies of disease risk factors that obesity is one of the main initiators of the process. One may just reason this process out by understanding that the

body’s internal organs do not grow after a certain period in life but gaining a lot of weight forces those organs to work overtime. This is especially true of the pancreas.

Interestingly enough, genetics also plays a role in the development of type II diabetes, more so that in type I diabetes. Type II diabetes in the earlier stages is treated

with drugs that either modify the insulin sensitivity of target organs or cause more insulin to be secreted by the pancreas. New medications have a more complex mode

of action. As I’ve already stated, type II diabetes can progress to where insulin is the only effective treatment. As one might guess, type II diabetes is by far the more

common disease process in the obese population. This should explain why we physicians get very concerned about obesity as a modifiable risk factor for disease onset

and progression. This is even more so in children, where there is literally an explosion of childhood obesity. Generally the progression of type II diabetes can be halted

and there is even some thinking now that it can be reversed by significant weight loss and exercise.

By now you should have some idea of what diabetes is and an understanding of why type I diabetes must be identified and treated quickly. You should also

understand that type II diabetes may go unrecognized for a long period of time and to the point that there may already be end organ damage due to high circulating

levels of glucose in the blood. Every new patient coming to our clinic in Little Axe who has symptoms of diabetes will be screened by blood tests.

Let’s continue our discussion next time by looking at just what it is that can complicate the picture of an untreated diabetic.

Here for your good health

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Bruce Stafford, DO

Deputy Medical Director - Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System

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ATTENTION PARENTS!!!

ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy

The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide

emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and

throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by

offering educational information and referrals.

Transitional Housing

The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual

Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a

new life.

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Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for

the victim and children may also be available.

Housing and Utility Assistance

Assists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in

emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility

assistance.

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Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services

outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program.

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THANK YOU

The family of Roland Tiger would like express their thanks and appreciation to all of family and friends who showed

their support in their time of need.

Also a special thanks to Glenn Mann and AST maintenance crew who helped with burial.

Roland Tiger

May 7 1964 - Dec 13 2016

Tiger Family Cemetery

Newalla, OK

LAND BUY BACK PROGRAM

The Department of Interior recently advised they are expanding their schedule for implementing the Land Buy

Back Program and adding 63 additional locations for the period of 2018 through 2021. This program began making

offers in 2013. It has paid over $740 million to individual landowners and restored the equivalent of nearly 1.5

million acres to tribal governments. This expansion brings the number of locations being planned for the program

to 105. This total includes 96 percent of all landowners with fractionated interests and more than 98 percent of both

purchasable fractional interests and equivalent acres in Program eligible areas. There are currently about 245,000

landowners holding approximately 3 million fractional interests across Indian Country.

The intent of the Buy Back program is to partner with tribal governments to stimulate new opportunities so that

tribes can operate more efficiently, enter into community discussions and create plans that ensure lands stay in trust.

The Program implements the land consolidation component of the Cobell settlement which provided $1.9 billion

to purchase fractional interests in trust or restricted land from willing sellers at fair market value within a ten year

window. If a fractional land interest owner decides to sell their fraction you will receive a payment directly into your

individual Indian Money (IM) account. The lands purchased through this process are immediately restored to tribal

trust ownership to benefit the community and tribal members. In the upcoming months a Program representative

will be communicating with our tribe on the process and its implementation.

Our tribe is on the new expanded Program list and members with eligible fractional interests are encouraged

to call the Trust Beneficiary Call Center (Call Center) at 888-678-6836 and indicate whether you are a willing

seller and/or to update contact information. By registering as a willing seller it does NOT commit you to selling

your land, nor will it guarantee an offer will be extended; it merely identifies your interest and assist in advancing

planning. Individual landowners can contact the Call Center, Office of the Special Trustee or BIA office to learn

more about your land and options available to you. You can also visit the Program site at: https://www.doi.gov/

buybackprogram/programimplementation-schedule.

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by providing services in the area of water and wastewater. To

qualify for a water well and/or septic system, the applicant must

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Chuck Mai – 405-753-8040 / 405-760-6007 – chuck.mai@aaaok.org

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technician. A fully charged battery in good condition is required to start an engine in cold weather.

AAA members can request a visit from a AAA Mobile Battery Service technician who will test their

battery and replace it on-site, if necessary.

Battery Cables and Terminals – Make sure the battery terminals and cable ends are free from

corrosion and the connections are tight.

Drive Belts – Inspect the underside of accessory drive belts for cracks or fraying. Many multi-rib

serpentine belts are made of materials that do not show obvious signs of wear; replace these belts

at 60,000-mile intervals.

Engine Hoses – Inspect cooling system hoses for leaks, cracks or loose clamps. Also, squeeze

the hoses and replace any that are brittle or feel excessively spongy.

Tire Type and Tread – In Oklahoma, all-season tires work well in our light to moderate snow

conditions, provided they have adequate tread depth. Uneven tire wear can indicate alignment,

wheel balance or suspension problems that must be addressed to prevent further tire damage.

Replace any tire that has less than 3/32-inches of tread. Use the penny test: insert a penny –

Lincoln’s head first – into the deepest part of your tire’s tread. If you can still see the top of

Lincoln’s head, it’s time to invest in a new set of tires.

Tire Pressure – Check your tires’ inflation pressure more frequently in fall and winter. As the

average temperature drops, so will tire pressures – typically by one pound per square inch (PSI)

for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit. The proper tire pressure levels can be found in the owner’s

manual or on a sticker typically located on the driver’s side door jamb or on the door of the glove

compartment. Also, check your spare, if you have one. Many newer cars come without one.

Air Filter – Check the engine air filter by holding it up to a bright light bulb. If light can be seen

through much of the filter, it is still clean enough to work effectively. However, if light is blocked by

most of the filter, replace it.

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Coolant Levels – Check the coolant level in the overflow tank when the engine is cold. If the level

is low, add a 50/50 solution of coolant and water to maintain the necessary antifreeze capability.

Test the antifreeze protection level with an inexpensive tester available at auto parts stores or go

to a qualified auto tech.

Lights – Check the operation of all headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, emergency

flashers and back-up lights. Replace any burnt-out bulbs.

Wiper Blades – The blades should completely clear the glass with each swipe. Replace any

blades that leave streaks or miss spots.

Washer Fluid – Fill the windshield washer fluid reservoir with a winter cleaning solution that has

antifreeze components to prevent it from freezing.

Brakes – If there is any indication of a brake problem, have the system inspected by a certified

technician to ensure all components are in good working order.

Transmission, Brake and Power Steering Fluids – Check all fluids under the hood to make sure

they are at or above the minimum safe levels.

Emergency Road Kit – Carry an emergency kit equipped for winter weather. The kit should

include:

•

Bag of abrasive material (sand, salt, clay-based kitty litter) or traction mats

Snow shovel

Flashlight with extra batteries

Windshield washer solvent

Ice scraper with brush

Cloth or roll of paper towels

Jumper cables (and know how to use them)

Extra warm clothing such as gloves, hats and scarves

Blankets

Warning devices such as flares or triangles

Drinking water

Non-perishable snacks for both humans and pets

First-aid kit

Basic toolkit (screwdrivers, pliers, adjustable wrench, duct tape)

Cell phone and car charger cord. Pre-program your phone with rescue apps

(AAA.com/Mobile) and important phone numbers including family and emergency services.

The road to a long car life starts with the owner's manual. Following the vehicle manufacturer's

recommended maintenance schedule found in the owner's manual is the best way to keep a car

running properly and avoid costly repairs.

A not-for-profit, fully tax-paying organization, AAA Oklahoma provides its 395,400 Oklahoma members

with emergency roadside assistance and auto travel services. Plus, the auto club offers members and the

general public a wide range of personal insurance, worldwide travel and financial services at branch

offices across Oklahoma and online at AAA.com. Motorists can map a route, identify gas prices, find

discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance with the AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad and

Android. Learn more at AAA.com/mobile.

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Office of Environmental Health

Brownfield Response Progra m

What is a Brownfield?

The EPA defines a brownfield site as

“...real property, the expansion,

redevelopment, or reuse of which may

be complicated by the presence or

potential presence of hazardous

substances, pollutants, contaminants,

controlled substances, petroleum or

petroleum products, or is mine-scarred

land.”

Do you possibly have a Brownfield

site on your land?

Typical Brownfield Sites Include:

 Abandoned Factories/Buildings/Homes

 Burned Homes

 Buried Dump Sites

 Open Dump Sites

 A Large Amount of Tires

If it’s possible that you have a

Brownfield site on your property, or if

you know of a possible Brownfield

site, please contact:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Brownfield Response Program

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

( 405) 214-4235

AST.Environmental.Programs@astribe.com

 Former Cattle Dip Pit Sites

 Barrels of Unknown Substances

 Old Service Stations

 Oil Storage Facilities

 Oil/Gas Well Sites

on current and upcoming projects

www.facebook.com/

ast.environmental.programs

 Old Dry Cleaning Businesses

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational

Rehabilitation Program

“ S e e t h e Pe r s o n N o t t h e D i s a b i l i t y ”

History:

The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational services to American Indians since 1994, and transition services to students since 2009. Our goal

is to develop and provide specialized services to American Indian students with a disability. We

want to help these students that are making a transition from high school to work or who are

seeking post-secondary education.

Services Than Can Be Provided:

Depending on an individual’s needs and goals, will determine which services are best for you.

However, some services that we can provide include testing fees such as SATs & ACTs, assistive

devices, evaluations, and various other services.

Qualifications:

Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school,

and must reside in one of the seven counties served by the Iowa Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You must also provide documentation of your disability and this can include a

doctor’s statement or the IEP or 504 plan from your school.

Counties We Serve:

Kay, Noble, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, and Logan

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

P.O. Box 728

Perkins, OK 74059

Contact: Christa McClellan

Phone: 405-547-5721

Toll Free: 1-888-336-4692

E-mail: cmcclellan@iowanation.org

WE ARE ON THE INTERNET: www.bahkhoje.com

ONLINE PATIENT PORTAL

for our Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic

Need to schedule an appointment? Ask a question? View lab results?

Now, Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic patients can connect

with their health records and care providers via our real-time, secure patient portal. Go to www.asthealth.org/patient-portal to register.

For more help, call your clinic, and we’ll walk you through it.

Install the app

on iPhone or

Android for

real-time access

to your health

information

HEALTH SYSTEM

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C O N T R A C T H E A LT H S E R V I C E S N E W S

The AST Contract Health Services

Team is here to assist you.

Please follow the CHS guidelines.

Keep a copy on hand

and update your information.

EMERGENCY AND URGENT

CARE SERVICES

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who

resides in the defined catchment area and needs

emergent or urgent care.

1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300,

option 9 for triage.

2. Notify CHS on the next business day or within

72 hours after your ER visit. Notification does not

assure authorization of payment. However, if you

do not notify CHS within 72 hours, your bills will not

be paid.

3. For AST members with no insurance, evidence

must exist that your visit was medically necessary.

Medical priorities have been established for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment.

4. For AST members with insurance, evidence

must exist that a third-party resource has made the

determination such services were “emergency care”

or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include payment from private insurance.

5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills

at the Little Axe Health Center CHS office or the

Shawnee Clinic CHS office.

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITH INSURANCE

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITHOUT INSURANCE

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

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who

resides in the defined catchment area and does not

have insurance.

1. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please

visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe

Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular

hours of operation.

1. You must apply for all resources available to you,

such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, auto insurance and

other personal injury or liability coverage. CHS staff

and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you

with the application process for alternate resources.

Failure to exhaust available or potentially available

alternate resources may result in denial of payment.

For new AST tribal members, to become established

for CHS services, please make an appointment to

see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the

Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during

regular hours of operation.

2. Notify CHS at least 48 hours prior to appointment

date for a Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be

sent to the provider.

3. Inform provider/health facility that AST CHS is a

secondary payer/payer of last resort.

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

please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at

the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS

Contract Health Services is conveniently

located in Little Axe Health Center and in

Shawnee Clinic, Building 16.

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 CHS 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 members, to become established

for CHS services, please make an appointment to

see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the

Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during

regular hours of operation.

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 CHS.

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 CHS. You may leave bills at

the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

I M P O RTA N T CO N TAC TS

BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES

Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Little Axe Health Center

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Shawnee Clinic

Glendine Blanchard, CHS Coordinator

Darla Gatzman, CH Technician

Chelle Foreman, Medical Claims Examiner

Lena Carol, CH Technician

Brenda White-Valdez, CH Technician

Debi Sloat, CHS Coordinator/RN

Sharon Littlecreek, Patient Care Manager/LPN

Jayne Werst, CH Specialist, Medicaid Patients

Kelly Armstrong, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Dana Medina, CH Technician

Melinda Ferrell, PBA, Dental Referrals

Flo Mann, CH Specialist, AST Patients/LPN

Laurie Webber, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Carrie Stanley, CH Specialist, Medicaid patients/

Medical Assistant

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER CHS

SHAWNEE CLINIC CHS

405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)

405.447.0300 (Secondary)

405.878.5850 (Primary)

405.878.4702 (Secondary)

HEALTH SYSTEM

our Foster Care Committee. If you are interested in becoming part of our

team, please send a letter to the Secretary that states your interest in

becoming a member of our Committee.

FOSTER CARE

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Currently there are three (3) openings on

the Foster Care Board. If you are interested

in serving on the board, send your letter of

interest to Secretary Dawsey at the Tribal

Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee,

OK 73801.

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social problems. The story of Native

American people is a complicated

one marked by significant trauma

and atrocities. Often times this

trauma consisted of the removal

of abuse which happened to

these young and vulnerable children in many of these schools resulted in

overwhelming intergenerational trauma and unresolved grief. This trauma which

interrupted the ability to parent has led directly to the most current social

problems that plague Native American communities today including alcohol/

drug abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, sexual abuse and parenting

deficiencies. All of these problems have contributed to the break-down of

the family unit, leading to the removal of large numbers of Native American

youth from their families. The journey of healing and breaking the cycles which

have been put in place by the historical trauma experienced by generations of

Native Americans requires that the cultural identity for so long denied to these

children be returned. Native American youth have two distinct influences, that

of their family of origin and that of their caregivers. Absentee Shawnee Tribal

Foster Care is in need of homes for children that are in our child welfare system.

Your participation in being a foster parent helps to ensure that these children

have positive connections to their culture which in helps nurture a positive

sense of identification as a Native American. By being willing to do this, you

can be a valuable part of the healing journey that will help strengthen this

next generation of Absentee Shawnee children; in turn, helping those children

become the parents that their children will need them to be. Our children are

our future, what will we have our future be? Will you, as Absentee Shawnee

member, do your part if you are able?

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FOSTER PARENT, PLEASE CONTACT

JULIANN WILSON ICW/CPS/FOSTER CARE AT 275-4030, EXT. 133.

Racial disproportionality is defined as the over-or

under-representation of certain groups (e.g. racial/

ethnic, gender, age) relative to the group’s proportion

in the general population. Reports conducted in

2008 showed that, compared to other groups, Native

American children were:

•

3 times more likely to be referred to CPS

•

1.6 times more likely to be removed from their

biological homes

•

Twice as likely to remain in foster care for over

two years

•

Less likely to be adopted and more likely to be in

guardianships

•

Less likely to be reunited with their biological

parents

The sad reality is that there are not enough culturally appropriate homes for these

children, resulting in the placement of Native American children in homes that do not

share their cultural heritage or traditions. We want to place “our tribal” children in our

own homes, to do this we need tribal members to open their homes and their hearts.

Are you willing to open your heart? Are you willing to open your home?

If so, please contact Julie Wilson ICW/FC/CPS 878-4702 (ext. 133).

WHAT IS A FOSTER CARE WORKER?

Foster care caseworker training involves completing a bachelor's

degree program in social work through a college or university.

Students take courses in psychology, abnormal psychology,

sociology, economics, ethics, child welfare policies and complete a

supervised internship.

The child’s Foster Care Worker needs to be a partner with the foster

parents to ensure that each child receives the full spectrum of

services provided and/or arranged by the Department.

Some aspects of this relationship include the following:

• Sharing information on an ongoing basis regarding the

child’s individual needs, family situation and adjustment to the

foster home

• Encouraging the foster parents to participate in the total

service planning process

• Providing the foster parents the opportunity to discuss the

child’s progress and any unmet needs which they assess

• Providing the foster parent with information, support,

guidance and referrals to other professionals on the child’s

behalf

• Helping the foster family, when necessary, to identify and

obtain services for the foster child; e.g., medical, educational

• Ensuring that the foster family, on the child’s behalf, has

access to all financial resources available to the child while in

foster care.

A Foster Care Worker works in conjunction with Tribal Courts,

Tribal Law Enforcement, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and other county

services. Indian Child Welfare’s goal is to ensure the safety of our

tribal children when they placed in foster care. The homes that our

tribal children are placed in must complete Child Welfare Background

Check, OSBI Background Check, Income Verification, Home Study,

and a Physical. Our AST foster homes are licensed by our Foster

Care Committee.

Foster Care Payments are as follows:

0-5 age $14.73 day $441.97 month

6-12 age $17.12 day $513.57 month

12 and over $19.30 day $579.13 month

IN ORDER TO RECEIVE P A Y M E N T, A L L THE A B O V E

M U ST B E M E T A N D TURNED I N TO THE STATE.

O N CE PROCESSED STATE P A Y M E N T W I L L B E ISSUED .

This is just a little information on what type of work a foster care

worker performs on a daily basis. If you are interested in becoming

a foster home, please call 405-878-4030 ext. 133.

Little Axe

Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Oklahoma

After School Program - Shawnee

2025 S. Gordon Cooper

Shawnee, OK 74801

P: (405) 878-0633 F: (405) 878-0156

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we will not provide services for school breaks including fall,

winter, spring and summer breaks. The ASP-Shawnee will

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The AST After School Program (ASP) - Shawnee has opened as of August 13, 2015. We will be

accepting children who are in Kindergarten up to 12 years of age. We will be able to pick up from

Shawnee or Tecumseh schools only. The cost is $25 per child per week. This fee will be able to help

with transportation costs, snacks and supplies the children may need.

Come join us at the AST Resource

Center!!!

Free Tutoring in all subjects!

Games and activities!

Delinquency Prevention!

Healthy Lifestyles!

And Much More!

Open to All Middle School and High School Students

Open to Absentee Shawnee Tribal Students K-5 with a C.D.I.B.

Everything is offered with no charge….Little Axe bus will transport

students to the AST Resource Center on Peebly Road and parents are

responsible for picking students up by 6:00pm.

Duration: Starts August 31st and will run through the school year.

Monday-Thursday, 2:45pm-6:00pm

For more information and sign up please contact

Blake Goodman at (405) 364-7569

May 21: Percussion Instruments

June 18: Summer Fun in the Car

July 16: Crafts that Blast Off

May 21: Percussion Instruments

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Gov.

Lt. Gov.

Secretary

Secretary John R. Johnson ......... 6289

Alvina Barnes ............................... 6275

Jeff Gibson ................................... 6256

....................................................... 6306

Lt.Governor Isaac Gibson........... 6253

Andy Warrior .............................. 6309

Mary Billy..................................... 6267

Scott Miller (BIA Spec.) .................. 6325

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe . 6308

Twila Parker ................................ 6307

Lesa Shaw ..................................... 6269

Gia Aitkens ................................... 6263

HUMAN RESOURCES

Cheri Hardeman ................................. 6252

Elizabeth Clark .................................. 6296

Rachael Lankford .............................. 6222

Casey Adams ...................................... 6337

FINANCE

Sam Caruso ......................................... 6282

Amy Hilderbrand................................ 6250

Jenny Ware ........................................ 6279

Holly Davis ......................................... 6265

David Deer ........................................... 6320

Twyla Blanchard ................................ 6233

Jennifer Crenshaw .............................. 6228

Courtney Green .................................. 6300

Misty Griffith ..................................... 6290

Phillip Ellis .......................................... 6280

.............................................................. 6338

Sandra Burnett ................................... 6385

CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM

Edwina Butler-Wolfe .......................... 6308

(After School Program Director)

HORSE SHOE BEND

UPDATED: JUNE 7, 2016

Clinic (Bldg. 17) ............................................. 878-5850

Pharmacy ....................................................... 878-5859

Toll free ................................................1-866-742-4977

OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR.

SHAWNEE, OK 74801

ENROLLMENT

Carly Dyer ........................................... 6292

Kimberly Creek................................... 6288

ELECTION COMMISSION

Emily Longman ................................... 6271

EDUCATION

Admin Asst./Rec .................................. 6255

Tresha Spoon ....................................... 6242

(Sherman Tiger, Derek Hilderbrand)

Housing ......................................... 273-1050

Human Resources ........................ 275-1468

Indian Child Welfare................... 878-4702

Country Kitchen Restaurant ...... 366-7220

Media ............................................ 598-1279

(Billie Thompson, Briana Ponkilla)

OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE

All Nations Bank .......................... 273-0202

ASEDA.......................................... 878-6782

Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341

Brendle Corner ............................ 447-3372

Building Blocks ........................... 878-0633

OTHER EXTENSIONS

Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm.................................6294

Bldg. 1 Break Rm.................................6305

Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .......................6330

Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ..........................6311

Finance Conference Rm ......................6236

TITLE VI

Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ........6227

Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun ......................6272

Donna Butler ........................................6270

Robert Schoolfield ...............................6270

Ted Watson ..........................................6270

TERO

Jeff Gibson ...........................................6284

TAX COMMISSION / TAG

Alicia Engler.........................................6257

Shelby White ........................................6237

...............................................................6258

SOCIAL SERVICES

Annie Wilson (Director) .........................6225

Tara Battise ..........................................6225

REALTY

Cecil Wilson .........................................6246

Lea Tsotaddle .......................................6248

Colleen Butler ......................................6247

PROCUREMENT

Asaycia Clayton ...................................6291

Sheelby Thorpe ....................................6244

Kayla Ketakea ......................................6281

OEH/OEP ..................................... 214-4235

Police Dept. ................. 275-3200 / 275-3432

POLICE DEPT............... 275-3200 / 275-3432 Thunderbird Casino NRM.......... 360-9270

Brad Gaylord (Chief) ............................ 6302 Shawnee Casino ........................... 273-2679

Linda Day ............................................ 6261 Tribal Store (Little Axe).................. 364-0668

Ric Mantooth....................................... 6278

LITTLE AXE CLINIC

Jason Brinker ...................................... 6259 Clinic - Medical ............................................. 447-0300

.............................................................. 6232 After hours..................................................... 447-0498

Steven Crisp ........................................ 6278 Clinic - Dental ................................................ 307-9704

James Woolbright ............................... 6278 Diabetes .......................................................... 360-0698

Pharmacy ....................................................... 292-9530

Shawn Crowley ................................... 6276 Resource Center ............................................ 364-7298

Joseph Abbiss ...................................... 6278 (Chrissy Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman)

Jarrod Vasquez ................................... 6266 SHAWNEE CLINIC

ICW

RECEPTIONIST

Ronelle Baker ...................................... 6375

Lea Bettelyoun..................................... 4030 Julie Wilson ........................................ 6376

.............................................................. 6377

ATTORNEY

Ray Campbell ...................................... 6313 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER

Robert Komahcheet ..................... 585-8310

COURT

Kathy Brock (Court Clerk) ................ 6241 Duke Blanchard ........................... 585-3669

Courtney Hodges................................. 6260 MAINTENANCE

Kevin Kaseca ....................................... 6316

CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP

Merry Gift Shop Manager/Rec................. 6243 Reta Harjo ........................................... 6249

.............................................................. 6310 Stephen Fife ......................................... 6234

Ashley Brokeshoulder ......................... 6312 Sherri Yetter, Isaac Bettelyoun, John

.............................................................. 6340 Mann, Cecil Walker

.............................................................. 6238 Tom White, Donnie Marshall, Lance

Suhaila Newport .................................. 6245 Nanaeto, Levi Littlecreek ................... 6331

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION MIS

.............................................................. 6264 Rico Coon ............................................ 6328

Michael Berry...................................... 6303

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES

Josh Gibson ......................................... 6329

Kimberly Stephens .............................. 6277 Tom Trimble ....................................... 6327

Jackie Denny ....................................... 6326

Linda Gouge (Sexual Assault Adv) ........... 6298 OEH

Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6333 Ken Jones............................................. 8845

Taylor Wills ......................................... 6293 Jarrod Lloyd ....................................... 8844

DV Advocate........................................ 6224 Dakota Blanchard ............................... 8843

Lacey Carey ......................................... 6315 Evelyn Pablito ..................................... 8847

Lindsay Hernandez ............................. 6226 Rebecca Diven ..................................... 8848

Treasurer Leah Bates .................. 6239

Donna Longhorn .......................... 6240

Representative

Anthony Johnson ......................... 6287

Trent Norton ................................ 6335

Treas

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ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

SPRINGFIELD, MO

PERMIT 96

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Volume 27 No. 47 April 2016

Volume 28 No. 1 January 2017

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