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The Keweenaw Bay Ojibwe

Miinke Giizis - Blueberry Moon - August 2016 Issue 145

14th Annual KBIC Kids Fishing Derby Held

The 14th Annual KBIC Kids Fishing Derby

was held on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at the

Sand Point Pond near the Lighthouse in

Baraga, Michigan. This year’s event was in

honor of John Henry “JT” Tolonen. JT started

fishing as a teenager with his older brother,

Donald Jr. He was a Commercial Fisherman

with a boat called “Sisckeea.” Fishing meant

life to JT. He knew every day that he was on

the lake; he was with the Great Spirit and his

elder’s spirits. JT believed that Lake Superior

was life and the lake gave food for mankind

and he was at home on the “lady.” He highly

respected the water and what it brought to his

family.

Derby Coordinator and KBNRD Fisheries

and Wildlife Biologist, Gene Mensch, with the

help of Keweenaw Bay Natural Resources

Department (KBNRD) staff and many community volunteers, worked to make this event a

success. Mensch said, “We had 426 Fisher- Kobe Forica, 2nd place winner (Reserve ChamKids, ages 0-12, who registered for the event. pion—Largest fish caught).

Ages 0-4 cannot partake in certain aspects of

the Derby but are always welcomed to make

sure the family theme of the event is maintained. We will be working on having more

activities aimed at the youngest of the FisherKids attending future events. There were 150

volunteers who helped to make sure the event

ran smoothly and was safe for all involved.

In the main event, the Pond Contest Fishing, 331 fish were caught and officially registered. This smashed all previous catch records at the Derby and was mainly due to the

fact that over 200 Bullheads were caught!

The smiles on the faces of Fisher-Kids catching Bullheads were every bit as large as the

kids catching a variety of other fish including:

Bluegill, Pumpkinseeds, Yellow Perch, Rock

Bass, a big Smallmouth Bass, and even another Northern Pike!”

Over 220 Fisher-Kids caught and registered fish in the Pond Fishing Contest, and the

event ran short on prizes due to this huge

Above, Edward Lopez, 1st place winner (Champion

with four fish, total length). Left, Gene Mensch

drops down for a visit with a group of Fisher-Kids,

handing out prize tickets to the participants. Below,

Bentley VanDyke proudly shows his big catch.

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

catch rate, but organizers are distributing

awards from the top of the list to the bottom,

ranking by total length captured.

Mensch said, “Children, adults, volunteers,

donors, and everyone who cares about this

event, I will state with confidence that literally

thousands of people have contributed to this

event in one way shape or form through the

years, and we very much appreciate those

who understand we continue to strive to make

this, as always........FOR THE KIDS!”

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

Tribal Council Members:

Warren C. Swartz, Jr. , President

Jennifer Misegan, Vice-President

Susan J. LaFernier, Secretary

Toni J. Minton, Asst. Secretary

Doreen G. Blaker, Treasurer

Robert R.D. Curtis, Jr.

Frederick Dakota

Eddy Edwards

Randall R. Haataja

Michael F. LaFernier, Sr.

Gary F. Loonsfoot, Sr.

Donald Shalifoe, Sr.

SPECIAL POINTS

OF INTEREST



14th Annual KBIC Kids’

Fishing Derby Held



38th Annual KBIC Maawanji’iding Held

Marquette Township (Ojibwa

Express) Fee-to-Trust Application Update

Tribal Council Looking To

Change Direction On Casino

Projects

Referendum Election Scheduled

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The 2016 Top 30 winners are:

Place Fisher-Kid

Age

Edwin Lopez

Kobe Forcia

Robby Isabel

Zhoamin Edwards

Laila Dowd

Logan Cadeau

Jack Fish

Jonathan Eikenberry

Robert Curtis

Kayla Hoffman

Peyton Denomie

Ethen Supanich

Kyra Cramer

Autumn Durant

Austin Hoffman

O’Dell Loonsfoot

Alyanna Gauthier

Eva Gerard

Kayan Goodbird

Noah Edwards

Kyren Klug

Paisley Schjoth

Evan St. George

Devon Connor

Reese Laitila

Dez Loonsfoot

Laci Numinan

Tori Grima

Rylan Fish

Logan LaFernier

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July 9, 2016 TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING

The Regular Saturday Tribal Council Meeting was held on July

9, 2016, at the Zeba Community Hall in Zeba, Michigan. President

Warren “Chris” Swartz, Jr., presided over the meeting with Jennifer

Misegan, Susan J. LaFernier, Toni Minton, Doreen Blaker, Robert

R.D. Curtis, Jr., Fred Dakota, Eddy Edwards, Randall Haataja, Michael F. LaFernier, Sr., Gary F. Loonsfoot, Sr., and Donald Shalifoe, Sr. present.

President Warren “Chris” Swartz, Jr. shared numerous Thank

You and For Your Information items addressed to Council.

President Swartz gave the President’s Report (page three),

Susan J. LaFernier gave the Secretary’s Report (page three), and

Lawrence Denomie III gave the CEO’s Report (page eight). Council passed Department Head Reports for May 2016.

Recognized Scheduled Delegation/Individuals:

Picture by Lauri Denomie

Pictured above, Christy Miron is pictured with President Swartz

with a check representing KBIC’s donation to the Sacred Heart

School for the purchase of twenty towers for the school’s computer lab. The motion for the $4,500 donation was made at the

June 2016 Saturday meeting.

Patricia Toczydlowski, Project Specialist, spoke to Council with

a request for additional funding from the Keweenaw Bay Trust for

the Pt. Abbey Conservation Initiative (1300 acres of an Eco reserve on Pt. Abbey). Council would like the Keweenaw Land Trust

Board and the Fish and Wildlife Service to recognize the Tribal

Treaty Rights on the land before they consider another donation.

Motion by Eddy Edwards to donate $5,000 on the request of

Patricia Toczydlowski, to the Keweenaw Land Trust contingent upon the covenant as discussed, supported by Susan J.

LaFernier. Further discussion occurred. Motion by Gary Loonsfoot, Sr. to table the request from the Keweenaw Land Trust

until the Council receives the covenant in writing, supported

by Jennifer Misegan. Five supported (Misegan, Minton, Dakota, M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot), six opposed (S. LaFernier,

Blaker, Curtis, Edwards, Haataja, Shalifoe), 0 abstained, motion defeated. Original Motion was called for the question. Motion by Eddy Edwards to donate $5,000 on the request of

Patricia Toczydlowski, to the Keweenaw Land Trust contingent upon the covenant as discussed, supported by Susan J.

LaFernier. Seven supported (S. LaFernier, Minton, Blaker,

Curtis, Dakota, Edwards, Shalifoe), two opposed (M.

LaFernier, Loonsfoot), two abstained (Misegan, Haataja), motion carried.

Under New Business: Danielle Webb, Tribal Attorney, and

Carol LaPointe, Health Director, brought forth a request to amend

the Michael Popp, MJP Health Consulting, LLC and Consulting

agreement; a second amendment to the Tier II Services Agreement making it a Tier III and amend the end date to June 30, 2017.

Motion by Donald Shalifoe, Sr. to approve the second amendment to the service agreement of Michael Popp, Health Consulting, LLC, d/b/a MJP Healthcare Consulting from a Tier II to

a Tier III and extending the end date, supported by Eddy Edwards. Eleven supported (Misegan, S. LaFernier, Minton,

Blaker, Curtis, Dakota, Edwards, Haataja, M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe), 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Danielle Webb, Tribal Attorney, and Bruce LaPointe, Director of

Public Works, brought forth an Agreement Addendum of the

Homeland Solar/Homeland Builders of Michigan, LLC Solar Construction with the Donald LaPointe Health Center and the New Day

Treatment Center to extend the terms and include special provisions. Motion by Jennifer Misegan to approve the addendum

to the Health Center and New Day Construction contract with

Homeland Solar/Homeland Builders of Michigan, LLC Solar

Construction, supported by Robert RD Curtis, Jr. Eleven supported (Misegan, S. LaFernier, Minton, Blaker, Curtis, Dakota,

Edwards, Haataja, M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe), 0 op(2) Niizh

posed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

President Swartz on behalf of Gary Loonsfoot, Jr., Cultural Resources Director, who was unable to attend today’s meeting, requested to modify the employment requirement of having a minimum of a GED for temporary powwow positions. Motion by Eddy

Edwards to modify the GED requirement for the temporary

powwow positions, co-supported by Michael F. LaFernier, Sr.

and Robert RD Curtis, Jr. Eleven supported (Misegan, S.

LaFernier, Minton, Blaker, Curtis, Dakota, Edwards, Haataja,

M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe), 0 opposed, 0 abstained,

motion carried. Additionally, a recent employee who is dismissed

from employment by the CEO and whose appeal was upheld by

Council would like to apply for a temporary powwow job. Gary

Loonsfoot, Jr. requests that the 60-day time requirement to apply

for KBIC employment be lifted for a temporary powwow position.

Motion by Robert RD Curtis, Jr. to waive the 60-day requirement for employment to allow the employee to work at the

powwow, supported by Donald Shalifoe, Sr. Eleven supported (Misegan, S. LaFernier, Minton, Blaker, Curtis, Dakota,

Edwards, Haataja, M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe), 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Doreen Blaker, Ojibwa Housing Director/Council Treasurer, presented the Indian Housing Plan for 2017 to Council. The plan has

been reviewed by herself; Vicki Dompier, Housing Manager; Dawn

Richards, Financial Manager; and Carl Rasanen, Operations Manager. The plan is the same as past ones but includes rebuilding a

home ownership plan with a possibility of starting a rent to own

program, whereas we would require one home to begin this program with. Also included are: the mold remediation and prevent

project; the home ownership assistance program/for (emergency

housing repairs); ICDBG Grant for Zeba Housing Services; market

rate rentals (housing opportunities); tenant based, (chore services,

budgeting counseling); modernization; operations; and housing

management. Motion by Jennifer Misegan to approve the Indian Housing Plan for FY 2017, supported by Michael F.

LaFernier, Sr., Nine supported (Misegan, S. LaFernier, Minton,

Blaker, Dakota, Haataja, M. LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe),

two opposed (Curtis, Edwards), 0 abstained, motion carried.

President Swartz noted Councilmen Edwards' opposition as being

opposed to the rent to own program, and Councilmen Curtis’ opposition as he would like more time to review the plan.

Treasurer Doreen Blaker presented the July 2016 donations

requests. Motion by Susan J. LaFernier to approve the July

2016 donations as the following: $180 to the Baraga Area

Schools as an ad in the yearbook; $500 to the Portage Lake

Multi-Education Services, Inc. for the Houghton County Arena

(made in the name of the Ojibwa Casino); $380 to the Baraga

County Community Foundation for the 14th Annual Tony

Selkey Memorial Golf Scramble; $690 to sponsor Taylor Shelafoe for Miss Michigan USA and Miss Michigan Teen USA

Pageant; $250 to sponsor Tucker Hemmila to attend the Junior Gold Championship Bowling Tournament (made in the

name of the Pressbox); $1,000 for Sierra Ayres donation for

assistance to study abroad trip to Peru; and $1,000 to the

Baraga County Fair Board (platinum sponsor) to assist in

bringing the Sick Air event to the Community for a total of

$3,500, supported by Doreen Blaker. Nine supported (S.

LaFernier, Minton, Blaker, Curtis, Edwards, Haataja, M.

LaFernier, Loonsfoot, Shalifoe), 0 opposed, o abstained, two

absent, (Misegan, Dakota), motion carried.

Council moved into closed session with Attorney Danielle Webb

on the agenda for an Employee Workman’s Comp Issue and the

Attorney update. Upon returning to open session and prior to adjournment the following motion was made. Motion by Eddy Edwards to sell the truck, trailer, and its contents that is being

held for a reasonable fair market value, supported by Donald

Shalifoe, Sr. Six supported (S. LaFernier, Minton, Curtis, Edwards, M. LaFernier, Shalifoe), two opposed (Blaker, Haataja),

0 abstained, three absent (Misegan, Dakota, Loonsfoot), motion carried.

Attention All Tribal Members:

Please be sure to keep your address updated. If you

have moved and have not contacted the Enrollment Office,

please so do immediately. The contact information is provided below:

Telephone: (906) 353-6623, ext. 4113 or (906) 353-4114

E-mail:

jennifer@kbic-nsn.gov, dianas@kbic-nsn.gov,

or jeanne@kbic-nsn.gov

Mail:

KBIC Enrollment Office

16429 Bear Town Rd.

Baraga MI 49908

Chi Miigwech for your cooperation!!

President’s Report for June 2016

The following briefly summarizes the activities in the Office of the President for the month of June 2016. (The President’s Report was given

orally and transcribed by the editor with final approval of the President.)

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I signed an agreement between the Community and Michigan Tech

University. The agreement is for an evidence based study and research assessment for positive peer groups among the Native

American Indian Community in Baraga Michigan.

I signed a special counsel contract between the Community and

Dorsey & Whitney, LLP.

I signed an engagement agreement between the Community and

Odawi Law, PLLC. The purpose of the agreement is to provide

special legal services relating to research and analysis of transporting cigarettes/tobacco products between the KBIC territories and

trust lands.

I participated in a conference call with the Michigan Attorney General on the Community’s duty to protect the general health, safety,

and welfare of its citizens. Apparently, the State of Michigan doesn’t approve of the Community reducing the speed limit on US-41. I

have filed a number of complaints related to the missing 45 mph

signs. Subsequently, I authorized the Director of the Department of

Public Works to sign an application with MDOT related to our digital

speed signs.

I signed an engagement letter with Plante & Moran related to services for the audit of the defined benefit plan.

I signed Amendment #1 of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)

for Proposal BE-15-59. The project is being expanded to include

repairs to the sewer system in order to reduce leaks. It increased

by $178,000.00.

I signed an agreement with the Detroit Lions Radio Network for the

2016 through 2018 football seasons. This grants certain rights to

98.7 FM WGLI to broadcast live and in their entirety, 16 regular season and post-season games carried by the Network during the National Football League per season, plus four pre-season games

played by the Detroit Lions. In addition to the games, an affiliate

shall also broadcast a two-hour pregame show each week, a onehour post-game show, and provide play-by-play descriptions of

each game and post-game.

I accepted a letter of resignation from Lauri Denomie from the ICWA

Committee.

I was provided notification from the Community’s Real Estate Officer that a number of property owners, including the KBIC, are

“Tribal Exempt” because the properties are located within the exterior boundaries of the L’Anse Indian Reservation and owned by the

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community or an enrolled member of the

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. The question of whether they

are exempt from real and personal property taxes pursuant to the

Judgment issued June 26, 2006, was affirmed.

I attended a Marquette Township Board meeting. The purpose was

to educate board members about Native Americans, particularly

here on the L’Anse Indian Reservation.

The Assistant CEO and I attended an MDOT Traffic Safety Stakeholder Meeting at the Copper Country Intermediate School District.

We talked about what is included in a traffic safety plan and had

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discussions on high-crash locations, issues, and priorities. I brought

to their attention a number of concerns from the Community’s perspective including: jurisdictional issues and KBIC’s obligation under

its constitution to protect the general health, welfare, and safety of its

citizens. I also informed the group of Council’s decision to enact and

install traffic safety devices on the L’Anse Indian Reservation.

It’s my pleasure to report on the condition of the Zeba water supply

which originates from Gitche Gaumi. KBIC Natural Resources Department has completed a Source Water Assessment and Protection

Plan for the Zeba Community Water System. Information in the Water Quality Data Table indicated no violations of the Safe Drinking

Water Act. For further information or to obtain a copy of the report,

call the Tribal Water Quality Specialist. If present, elevated levels of

lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant

women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from

materials and components associated with service lines and home

plumbing. Zeba is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When water has been sitting for several hours, you can

minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30

seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If

you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have

your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing

methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available

from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/

safewater/lead.

One of the deliverables of the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF)

is to annually report the number of Indian children under the age of

13. For fiscal year 2014, I reported 490 children.

I signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ottawa

National Forest and Lac Vieux Dessert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians for the Lac Vieux Desert-L’Anse Trail Corridor Plan.

The main purpose of the Plan is to provide a framework for the Ottawa National Forest, Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, and the Lac

Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to cooperatively manage and protect the Lac Vieux Desert-L’Anse trail resources.

I signed an assignment confirmation letter for Dr. Max Allen who will

be providing locum services for family practice at the KBIC Medical

Clinic. He will begin seeing patients on July 22, and Dr. Oh’s services

will end on July 8.

Yesterday I met with Rich Rossway, President of Marquette School

Board; regarding Indian imagery issues, and the negative impact it

has on our children who have to attend these schools with the negative images. I ensured him that we are concerned about the equal

opportunity that should be available to our children when they attend

the schools which have these negative images. It has a negative impact on their learning environment, and we wish to correct that. Mr.

Rossway agreed to meet with his School Board, and I asked if he

would allow our Community to give a presentation at one of their

meetings to educate them on the negative impact it is having on our

children and non-Indian children as well.

Respectfully submitted,

Warren C. Swartz

Tribal Council Secretary’s Report for the Month of June 2016

ANIN! We honor the greatness in you.

Remember: “Indian Country Counts”

“Our People, Our Nations, Our Future”

We continue to recognize the richness of Native American contributions, accomplishments, and sacrifices to the political, cultural, and economic life of Michigan and the United States.

For all the Earth one prayer in this New Year: That all can live as one,

and peace will reign everywhere. Mino-Bimaadizin “Live Well”

The Tribal Council held their Regular Saturday Meeting on June 4,

2016. Four Special Council meetings were held and following are the

approved motions for June 4, 9, 16, and 23, 2016, and unapproved motions for June 30, 2016. This report will be published in the KBIC

“Wiikwedong Dazhi-Ojibwe” newsletter, and the approved minutes can be

found on the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Website. Actions taken

were:

June 4, 2016 Regular Council Meeting (approved):

 Approved the April and May 2016 Tribal Council President’s Report

(Warren C. Swartz, Jr.).

 Approved the April and May 2016 Tribal Council Secretary’s Report

(Susan J. LaFernier).

 Approved the March and April 2016 Department Head Reports.

 Approved the May 19, and May 26, 2016 Tribal Council Meeting Minutes.

 Approved the bid from Camco Equipment for two (2) ice maker machines in the amount of $4,729.48 each pending the budget modification (for the marina).

 Tabled Resolution KB 024-2016 HUD ICDBG Halfway House Project

Application until the information on operational costs is provided.

 Approved the I.H.S. SDS (Sanitation Deficiency System) Project List

and priority points as presented.

 Approved the bid from Haataja Refrigeration LLC for a walk-in cooler

freezer purchase in the amount of $28,863.00 for the New Day Substance Abuse Services facility.

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Approved the Gaming Device Order with Aristocrat for the purchase

of five (5) Lightning Link Games (Marquette Casino).

Approved the Collaborative Agreement with Michigan Technological

University for an Evidence Based Study and Assessment for Positive

Peer Group among the American Indian Community in Baraga, Michigan.

Approved the purchase of twenty (20) computer towers (upgrade) for

the Sacred Heart School and have the Tribe’s IT Department work on

the best pricing.

Approved the following donations for June: $1,000.00 to the L’Anse

High School Varsity Fastpitch Softball Team for the purchase of

equipment; $100.00 and a gift basket for the Spinal Cord Society

Fundraiser and Raffle; and a $100.00 Pines Card to the Baraga

County Communities That Care summer dance program for the purchase of pop and chips.

Approved the Special Counsel Contract with Dorsey and Whitney LLP

October 15, 2015-September 30, 2016.

Approved the Engagement Agreement with Odawi Law, PLLC for the

research and analysis of transporting cigarettes/tobacco products.

June 9, 2016 Special Council Meeting (approved):

 Approved the April and May 2016 CEO’s Report (Larry Denomie, III).

 Approved Resolution KB 024-2016 HUD ICDBG Halfway House Project Application.

 Approved Morin Fireworks Business License Renewal for a Fireworks

Permit with Pete Morin.

 Tabled the Jimaganish Wadokaged Business License Renewal with

Richard Geroux until the required 2015 Report has been received.

 Approved the Keweenaw Konsulting Business License Renewal with

Jeffery Loman.

 Approved the funding request of $1,250.00 from Angela Badke,

Ojibwa Community Librarian, for the Summer Reading Program for

arts, crafts, food, and presenters,

 Approved Resolution KB 025-2016 Petawwegezhick Hardwood Timber Stand Improvement Project for 80 acres in Baraga,

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Secretary’s Report continued:

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Approved Resolution KB 027-2016 ANA Native Youth Initiative Grant

Application for (I-LEAD) leadership, empowerment, and development

for five years.

Approved the air conditioner bid from ALK Contracting in the amount

of $17,300.00 for the OCC Youth Center Weight Room.

Held the 1st Reading Proposed Ordinance 2016-04 to Amend Sections 4.2 Manual and Specifications for Traffic Control Devices and

4.3 Limit to Authority (Delete language) of the Traffic Code.

June 16, 2016 Special Council Meeting (approved):

 Approved the June 4, and June 9, 2016 Tribal Council meeting minutes.

 Approved the Detroit Lions Radio Network Affiliation Agreement with

the Detroit Radio, LLC for the 2016-18 football seasons (Eagle Radio).

 Approved the Consultant Services Agreement with Advertising, Inc.

for the Casino’s marketing operations for one year.

 Approved the IGT Systems general terms and conditions agreement,

sales order, and tournament manager system for eight (8) games and

the financing and security agreement at the Baraga Casino.

 Approved the Tier III Services Agreement with ALK Contracting, Inc.

for the installation of the air conditioning at the KBOCC Youth Center

weight room.

 Approved the appointment of Suzanne Jondreau to the Gaming Commission for another three year term.

 Approved a $100.00 donation and a gift basket for the Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction Benefit for the family of Emily Dishaw.

 Defeated a $600.00 donation to Grayson Roe for travel expenses to

Washington, D.C. on July 2-10, 2016.

 Approved a $200.00 donation to Grayson Roe for travel expenses to

attend the 2016 Association of American Indian Physicians National

Native American Youth Initiative held in Washington, D.C. on July 210, 2016.

 Approved July 5th as a paid holiday.

 Held the 2nd Reading and 3rd Reading approving the proposed ordinance 2016-04 to amend Sections 4.2 Manual and Specifications for

Traffic Control Devices and 4.3 Limit to Authority (delete language) of

the Traffic Code.

June 23, 2016 Special Council Meeting (approved):

 Approved the June 16, 2016 Tribal Council meeting minutes.

 Approved the M3 Property Insurance renewal effective July 1, 2017.

 Approved the amendment to the Joint Funding Agreement with the

U.S. Geological Survey on the Middle Branch Escanaba River Water

Sampling with the Tribal Cooperative Water Monitoring Program.

 Approved Resolution KB 026-2016 Robert C. Genschow Undivided

Fractional Interest Sale.

 Approved Resolution KB 029-2016 Joseph W. DeCota II Recreational

Campsite Lease.

 Approved Resolution KB 030-2016 Keith W. Lofquist Recreational

Campsite Lease.

 Approved Resolution KB 031-2016 New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC

to Diamond Tower IV LLC Lease Assignment.

 Approved the request from James Lahti to cut hay from the field along

the Vuk and Brewery Roads in the southeast corner.

 Approved Joseph Robillard to cut hay from the field along the Vuk

and Brewery Roads in the northeast corner.

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Approved the appointment of Victoria Dakota to the Education Committee for a three year term effective June 2016.

Approved the bid from MJO Contracting in the amount of

$1,241,481.35 for the Ford Farm Road Improvements (paving).

Approved Resolution KB 032-2016 Keepseagle Native American Agriculture Fast Track Fund Application (one time funding distribution

from a settlement agreement).

Tabled Resolution KB 028-2016 Revised Casino Plans Ballot Proposal until there is a full Council.

Approved $18,000.00 for the purchase of a 2008 Chevy Express

Handicap Accessible Van.

Approved the Language Instructor Employment Agreement Amendment (additional annual leave).

June 30, 2016 Special Council Meeting (unapproved):

 Approved the June 23, 2016 Tribal Council meeting minutes.

 Approved Resolution KB 028-2016 Revised Casino Plans Ballot Proposal.

 Approved the proposal by Global Market Advisors request for an addendum to the 2015 report for the Marquette Ojibwa Casino Hotel

Market assessment and hotel brand recommendations.

 Tabled the IGT Machine Device Order request until further discussion

and analysis is completed on the $5 machines.

 Approved the Tier III Services Agreement with Haataja Refrigeration

for the installation of the walk-in freezer/cooler at the New Day Treatment Center.

 Approved the Business License Renewal for Haataja Truck’n, LLC

with Rudy Haataja.

 Approved the Business License Renewal for Woodland Firearms and

Supply, LLC with Diana and Jason Chaudier.

 Approved to seek alternative bids for the Zeba Water Intake Project.

 Approved the Memorandum of Cooperative Agreement with InterTribal Council of Michigan, Inc. for the Healthy Start Initiative.

 Approved to appoint the Department Heads, who may appoint a representative on their behalf, to the Waste Management Advisory

Board.

 Tabled the purchase of the Pequaming Property for discussion in

closed session.

 Approved the request from Dylan DeCota for a donation of $900.00

and use of a passenger van to attend a basketball tournament in

Waukesha, Wisconsin July 1-3, 2016.

 Approved to uphold the CEO’s decision in Case #005-16 Government

Employee Appeal of Dismissal.

 Approved Resolution KB 035-2016 calling for a referendum proposal

that reads, “Do you support limiting the Secretary of Interior review

process within the Constitution including the approval of Tribal ordinances?” Yes or No.

 Approved Resolution KB 036-2016 calling for a referendum proposal

that reads, “Do you approve of an offer of $1.55 million to acquire the

Pequaming Property, as is, which includes all of the buildings, the

marina, and approximately seven acres of land?” Yes or No.

 Approved to grant an exception to allow David Green (Dorsey and

Whitney) the ability to represent the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community in civil proceedings.

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan J. LaFernier

Marquette Township (Ojibwa Express) Fee-to-Trust Application Update

By Jason A. Ayres, KBIC Realty Officer

In February of 2016, the Tribal Council approved and submitted the

Fee-to-Trust Application for the Marquette Township Property (Ojibwa

Express). Since that time, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has completed several review components of the Application and most recently,

solicited comments from the state and local units of government. Pursuant to 25 CFR § 151, the BIA is required to request comments from the

state and local governments having regulatory jurisdiction over the land

“on the potential impact of the acquisition regarding regulatory jurisdiction, real property taxes, and special assessments”. In response to that

solicitation, the BIA received 28 comment letters in all and forwarded

those to the Tribe on July 8. The comments received were unfavorable,

negative, and opposed to the BIA taking the land in Marquette into trust

for the Tribe and were received from just not other gas station owners or

their professional organizations, but grocery store owners, a t-shirt company, a chamber of commerce, a forest products company, and a State

Senator.

Below is the list of the individuals and their business names and addresses, that opposed and provided negative comments regarding our

Fee-to-Trust Application. The only comment received that was neutral

was from the Marquette Township Board who choose to stick strictly with

facts regarding the jurisdictional and taxation concerns related to their

local ordinances. The individuals and businesses who provided comment

letters are as follows:

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Marquette Charter Township, 1000 Commerce Dr., Marquette, MI

49855

Michigan Retailers Association, 603 S. Washington Ave, Lansing, MI

48933

Upper Peninsula Petroleum Association, P.O. Box 314, Ishpeming,

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MI 49849

Michigan Petroleum Association/Michigan Association of Convenience Stores, 7521 Westshire Dr., Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48917

Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Chamber of Commerce, 910 West US

Hwy 41, Ishpeming, MI 49849

Lake Superior Community Partnership, 501 S. Front Street, Marquette, MI 49855

Law Offices of Osstyn, Ferns & Quinnell, L.L.P., 419 West Washington, Marquette, MI 49855

Michael Valle, Champion Convenience Store, 3308 US Hwy 41,

Champion, MI 49814

Holiday Companies (Multiple Holiday Station Stores in Harvey, Ishpeming, Negaunee and Marquette, MI), 4567 American Blvd. West,

Bloomington, MN 55437

Krist Atanasoff, Krist Oil (Multiple stations in MI and WI), 303 Selden

Road, Iron River, MI 49935

Elaine Racine, Elaine’s Place, 208 Vine St., Ishpeming, MI 49849

Norma Hyndman, Hyndman’s General Store, 9229 US-41, Skandia,

MI 49885

National Federation of Independent Business – Michigan, 115 W.

Allegan, 6th Floor, Lansing, MI 48933

Joseph Kassel, Kassel’s Midway Store, 235 US-41, Negaunee, MI

49866

Andrew Ferns, Oasis Fuel, 1240 S. Front Street, Marquette, MI

49855

Eric Poirier, Bell Forest Products, 200 Hematite Dr., Ishpeming, MI

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49849

Boone Bell, Bell Forest Products, 200 Hematite Dr., Ishpeming, MI

49849

Jeremy Symons, Yooper Shirts, 308 Cleveland Ave #104, Ishpeming,

MI 49849

Debbie Kassel, Kassel’s Korner, 6400 US Hwy 41, Marquette, MI

49855

Glen Kassel, Kassel’s Korner, 6400 US Hwy 41, Marquette, MI 49855

Association for Convenience and Fuel Retailing, 1600 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314

Brad Argall, PCBM Management Company, BP, 830 US Hwy 41, Ishpeming, MI 49849

Tadych’s EconoFoods (Multiple locations) Marquette, Iron Mountain

and Houghton, MI

TRIBAL COUNCIL LOOKING TO CHANGE

DIRECTION ON CASINO PROJECTS

The Tribal Council began looking closely at our gaming facilities last year. They listened to the membership, customers, and

employees and knew it was time to make major changes at both

current Casinos. At that time they moved forward to develop projects that would include building a new facility at the Baraga location and to renovate in the Marquette location. They asked, and

the voting membership approved casino projects equaling $28 million for Baraga and $12 million for Marquette.

Before finalizing the contract for the approved projects, the

Tribal Council decided to reach out to Michigan's Governor Snyder

one last time knowing that the former airport property in Negaunee

Township would be the most profitable location. In a letter to the

Governor, the Tribe sought his approval to move to that location as

required by federal law. The Governor was not interested and

would not give the necessary approval. Discussion then ensued

regarding whether or not investing in a major casino project at Marquette's current location made better sense. After careful consideration, a majority of Council felt that investing the greater part of

the work and money there was in the best interest of the Tribe and

provided the greatest opportunity for return on that investment and

most importantly, the greatest opportunity to capture much needed

additional revenue.

There are many reasons why the change to focus on Marquette

has been made:

Keweenaw Bay Voters Will Decide Direction At

Referendum Election

A referendum vote will be held August 13, 2016, with the three

questions on the ballot. Polls will be open from 10:00 am to 6:00

pm to registered voters, at the Ojibwa Senior Citizens Building and

the Zeba Community Hall.

The first question is related to the Council looking to change

direction on the Casino Projects and is outlined in the previous article. The other two questions before the Keweenaw Bay voters

are:

The Council passed Resolution KB-035-2016 which will provide

Tribal Council with direction about whether or not a formal process

should take place to amend the Community's Constitution and Bylaws. The question being asked is:

"Do you support limiting the Secretary of Interior review

process within the constitution including the approval of tribal

ordinances?"

The Tribe’s Medical Marijuana Ordinance was denied by the

Secretary of the Interior (BIA). The Council would like to pass laws

that will not depend on approval of the federal government. This

process would not allow the Council to amend the Constitution.

Limiting the Secretary of Interior review would rectify our ability to

pass our own laws.

The Council passed Resolution KB-036-2016 to ask the voters

if they would approve spending for 1.5 million dollars to purchase

seven acres of land in Pequaming including 32+ acres on Indian

Cemetery Road. The question before the voters is:

"Do you approve an offer of $1.55 million to acquire the Pequaming property, as is, which would include all of the buildings, the marina, and approximately seven acres of land?"

Any monies over $500,000 require a referendum vote of the

people according to the newly amended amount in the constitution.

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

The Marquette area is the largest population center of the Upper Peninsula.

 The Marquette area has become the regional hub for retail,

restaurants, education, health care, and outdoor recreation.

 The refusal by Governor Snyder to cooperate has held up the

Tribe’s dreams of developing a tourism/entertainment complex

long enough.

 Business experts and financial lenders advised to develop

where the greatest potential exists.

The project planned for Marquette would create a resort, an

“Entertainment Mecca”, that will include a 100 room branded hotel,

1200 seat entertainment venue, a full service restaurant as well as

a grill, a 400 seat conference center, and gaming space to accommodate up to 600 slot machines. The project cost of $33.5 million

would include new construction costs along with renovation costs

of the existing facility.

The Baraga property would still receive some much needed improvements. The project would include the construction of a new

gaming facility added onto the existing facility. Renovations of current spaces would provide additional gaming areas for slots and

table games and non-public space for staff and public access to

the existing hotel, restaurant, and Pressbox Lanes and Lounge.

The face of the facility will be redone to provide a cohesive appearance as well. This project cost will be $6.5 million.

The question that will be posed to the voters at the Referendum

Election on August 13, is "Do you support new casino development projects in Baraga and Marquette, at their current locations, with a total cost not to exceed $40 million whereas the

estimated cost of the Baraga project is $6.5 million and the

estimated cost of the Marquette project is $33.5 million?"

In the event that the referendum question in August is not approved, plans will continue to move forward with the projects that

were decided by the 2015 vote. The Tribal Council is bound to

carry out the 2015 decision based on language in the Election Ordinance.

Community meetings are planned for Monday, August 1, in

Baraga, and Tuesday, August 2, in Marquette, to provide information and answer questions related to this question and the other

two questions on the ballet. The Baraga meeting will be held at

the Zeba Hall in L'Anse at 5:30 p.m. and the Marquette meeting

will be held at the Harvey Community Center also beginning at

5:30 p.m. Soup and sandwiches will be provided at each session.

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

Elders, Debbie Parrish and Roger F. Duschene were honored at the 38th Annual

Keweenaw Bay Maawanji’iding.

Honored Elders:

Roger F. Duschene is married to Gloria Duschene. He is the son of

George Duschene and Sarah Froberg. Roger has two daughters: Judy

Stark and Jennifer Sasser, three stepchildren, and six step-grandchildren.

Roger’s siblings are: George Duschene, Helen Hudson, Mike Duschene,

Ross Froberg, and Mary Froberg. Roger worked as a millwright for Johns

-Manville in Waukegan, IL, for 40 years. Roger enjoys woodworking and

has been a fan of the Detroit Lions and Tigers for years. Roger is a

member of the American Legion and has been a member of both the

KBIC Hiring Committee and the Agricultural Committee, and he is a very

active member of the Ojibwa Senior Citizens. Roger said, “I lived in Bear

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The new name and phrase you will hear when

you call the center will be: Hello, you have reached

the "KBIC Health System."

“KBIC Health System integrates all clinical and

non-clinical health services that our system offers,”

said Carole LaPointe, RN, current Health Administrator for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community.

The name change comes on tail feathers of the

45th Anniversary of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community's Tribal Health Services. Since July 16,

1971, the KBIC has offered free health services to

its members. The original health center was the first

in the nation to have health services, dental services, mental health services, and community

(Public) health services under one roof.

The KBIC Health System logo was revealed and

Pictured above are (left to right), Carl Rasanen, Health Board President; Carole LaPointe,

Health Administrator; Janice Shalifoe, Elder; and Kathy Mayo, Assistant Health Administrator. Pictured below are the dedicated staff of the “KBIC Health System”.

presented with an ice cream social at the Donald A LaPointe Health & Human Services Center this past Friday

July 15, 2016, from 2-4 p.m. The Health Board invited

the community to attend!

"The strength of a nation is the health of its people."

Mayo Achieves Bachelor of Science

From Yale University

Alexandria Mayo graduated from Yale University with a

Bachelor of Science in psychology on May 23, 2016. While at

Yale, Alex worked as a research assistant at Yale’s Infant

Cognition Center and the Yale Child Study Center. She was

also involved with the Native American Cultural Center on

campus, participating as a member of the Indian Health Initiative Group, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. She played on Yale Women’s Rugby Team where she

also served as president. Alex has accepted a year-long internship at the Native American Women's Health Education

Resource Center in Lake Andes, South Dakota. After completion of her internship, Alex

plans to attend graduate school for either social

work or clinical psychology. Alex (pictured below) is the daughter of Diane and Tim Mayo,

the sister of Dr. Leah Mayo, and the granddaughter of Dorothy Mayo.

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Town during my school years. I started playing

basketball when I was in 8th grade, and I had to

run almost three miles from home to school. We

then moved to Baraga and I graduated in 1953.

After graduation I joined the Air Force for four

years. After 40 years at Johns-Manville, I retired

and moved back to Baraga where I was born.

Debbie Parrish worked for KBIC for 44 years,

with the past 16 years as President of the Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College. She

earned an Associate’s Degree in Business and a

Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Northern

Michigan University. She has served on the

Tribal Council and is currently Vice-President of

the Ojibwa Senior Citizens. Debbie also serves

on the American Indian Higher Education Consortium and was recently nominated to the

American Indian College Fund Board. On behalf

of KBOCC, she was nominated to receive the

Governor’s Award for Energy Efficiency. She

has two children, seven grandchildren, and

seven foster children.

Late Saturday evening, the youth two-step

competition was held where the crowd chose

Kiona Poupart and Nathan Smith as 1st place

youth two step champions. The “Big E” singing

special was held throughout the day with Myran

Pyawavit winning 1st place. A Jingle Dress

competition was held with the following results:

1st place – Delina White (Leech Lake), 2nd

place – Lavender Hunt (Leech Lake), and 3rd

place – Leah Monroe (Leech Lake). A Woodland Special competition was held with the following results: 1st place – Peter Powless, 2nd

Place – Shane Machell, and 3rd place – Gerald

White. Saturday’s events ended with the adult

two-step competition with the following results:

1st place – Connie Killspotted and Braaswi Biiaaswaak, 2nd place – Bob and Elizabeth Williams, and 3rd place — Cozy White and Robert

Shalifoe.

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

2016 Miss Keweenaw Bay, Jailyn Renee Shelifoe.

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

Left to right, John Teller, Jr., Head Veteran Dancer;

Demery Jackson, Head Female Dancer; and Mike

Fish, Jr., Head Male Dancer.

President Warren “Chris” Swartz, Jr. welcomes all to

the 38th Annual Keweenaw Bay Maawanji’iding.

The KBIC 38th Annual Maawanji’iding was

held the weekend of July 22-24, 2016, at the

Ojibwa Powwow Campgrounds in Baraga,

Michigan. The weather was awesome for the

participants and spectators to enjoy the songs

from the 24 registered drums. Records indicate

there were 609 dancers registered. KBIC Honor

Guard presented the colors. John Teller, Jr., a

Menominee member, honored KBIC as the

Head Veteran Dancer; Mike Fish, Jr., Menominee member, as Head Male Dancer; and

Demery Jackson, Fort Totten, Dakota, as Head

Female Dancer. Mark Kingbird, Sr., Red Lake,

Ojibwe, served as Arena Director; Black Stone

as Host Drum; and there were three invited

home drums: Four Thunders, Summercloud,

and Woodland Singers. Emcees Pete Gahbow

and Jody Awonohopay kept everyone informed

about the activities.

Following Friday evening’s grand entry,

Jailyn Renee Shelifoe was crowned as the 2016

Miss Keweenaw Bay, and Hanna Hervola was

crowned as the 2016 Miss Junior Keweenaw

Bay. Saturday’s events began with fry bread

competitions. Tom Marshall (Rose’s) took 1st

place in the adult division, and Sam Chosa

(Chosa’s) took 1st place in the youth division.

Picture by Lauri Denomie.

2016 Miss Junior Keweenaw Bay, Hanna Hervola.

Picture by Nanny Beck.

Youth Frybread Winner, Sam Chosa.

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FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ON

INDIAN RESERVATIONS (FDPIR)

FY 2016 NET MONTHLY INCOME STANDARDS*

(Effective Oct. 1, 2015 to Sept. 30, 2016)

*The net monthly income standard for each household size

is the sum of the applicable Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) net monthly income standard and

the applicable SNAP standard deduction.

48 Contiguous United

States:

Household

Size

KEWEENAW BAY HOLDS 3RD ANNUAL

PAULINE SPRUCE WATER WALK

SNAP Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

SNAP

Standard Deduction

$ 981

$155

$1,136

$1,328

$155

$1,483

$1,675

$155

$1,830

$2,021

$168

$2,189

$2,368

$197

$2,565

$2,715

$226

$2,941

$3,061

$226

$3,287

$3,408

$226

$3,634

FDPIR Net

Monthly Income Standard

Each additional member

+ $347

Alaska:

Use this

amount

Household

Size

The Keweenaw Bay 3rd Annual Pauline Spruce Memorial Water Walk initiated the 38th Keweenaw Bay

Maawanji’iding on Thursday, July 21, 2016. The 1st

Annual Water Walk was organized by Jessica Koski,

KBIC member who was employed at the Keweenaw

Bay Natural Resource Department at the time, to raise

awareness of the state of our water. The “late” Pauline

Spruce and Terri Denomie, both KBIC members,

jumped in and assisted her. Terri Denomie said,

“Jessica had moved, and Pauline and I both knew that

once we had started something we should keep it going

for at least seven years, so we said, ‘Let’s do it!’” Sadly,

Pauline Spruce walked on to be with the creator on May

6, 2016. Terri fully took over the reins this year and

dedicated the Annual Water Walk to Pauline’s memory.

Opening Water Ceremonies began at 5:30 a.m. where

ten participants walked the 17 mile course from First

Sand Beach at Pequaming Point to the Sand Point

Lighthouse. Opening prayer was by Abbi Dowd and

Donny Dowd assisted with teachings. A feast followed

in the Powwow pavilion.

Use this

amount

SNAP Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

SNAP

Standard Deduction

$1,227

$265

$1,492

$1,660

$265

$1,925

$2,094

$265

$2,359

$2,527

$265

$2,792

$2,960

$265

$3,225

$3,394

$282

$3,676

$3,827

$282

$4,109

$4,260

$282

$4,542

Each additional member

FDPIR Net

Monthly Income Standard

+ $434

To be added to the mailing

list or to correct your mailing address, contact the

enrollment office at (906)

353-6623 ext. 4113.

CEO’s Report for the month of June 2016

During the month of June 2016, the CEO's office reported the following:



The search for replacing outgoing Ojibwa Casinos’ General Manager

(GM), Michael Schrader, continues. Four applicants were interviewed

on June 23, of whom Council has narrowed to two applicants. Human

Resources are completing initial backgrounds and will be available for

Council review at the July 14 meeting. During the search, current Casino Managers, Don Messer and Sharon Misegan of Baraga and Marquette respectively, are handling GM responsibilities.

The Tribal Forester position has been posted, and while the hiring

process moves forward, outside services are being sought to perform

work. Sarah Maki, Asst. CEO, is developing project scopes and will

solicit bids starting next week. The position is expected to be hired

within the next 30 days.

The Tribe's Social Services Department has three vacancies; the director position and two case worker positions are posted and will be

filled as quickly as possible. Based on the need to continue providing

services to the Community, the Tribe has requested and is receiving

assistance for up to 90 days from the State of Michigan's Department

of Health and Human Services. During this period of time all complaints will have to be initiated through the state’s Central Intake system. Remaining staff at the Tribe's department are directing complainants to the system directly or calling on their behalf.

The Tribe now has a handicapped accessible van with a wheelchair lift

that will soon be available for use by members. The used van has a

few issues that are being addressed and use guidelines are being developed. The van will be available to members who are not able to get

to doctor's appointments or other places because of their inability to

use normal modes of transport.

If you haven't already heard, long term employee Stan Spruce has

decided it's time to retire. A luncheon was held yesterday to say farewell to Stan and to recognize him for his 20 years of service to the

Tribe. He served about 15 in HR and five the attorney's office.

On June 30, four ballot proposal questions were approved, and an

election will be held on August 13. Two of the questions relate to a

change in direction for the new casino projects. Registered voters will

be asked whether or not they approve moving forward with a $6.5 million project in Baraga at its’ current location and a $33.5 million project

in Marquette at its current location. Along with approving the Resolution calling for the election, Council approved a proposal with Global

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Market Advisors to update their study performed in 2015, prepare a

Marquette Hotel Market Assessment, and provide a hotel brand recommendation. The cost of the proposal is $19,700 and is expected to be

available the week of July 24. We are also awaiting new project renderings for both properties from the Cunningham Group, and it is also

expected to be available the same week. A mailing to registered voters will be developed providing information on the projects, and a

Community meeting will be scheduled in early August to present the

information, provide a financial report, and answer questions.



The other two ballot proposal questions relate to approving the purchase of the Pequaming property from Pete VanStraten and whether

or not the Tribe should move forward with removing from the Constitution, the approval of Department of the Interior concerning Ordinances.

Information regarding these two questions will also be available at the

August Community meeting.

On June 1, I was provided a tour of several market rate rental units the

Housing Department handles. Two of the three homes will need some

minor to moderate updating before being rented and the third, located

on M-38, is in very rough shape. A decision on how to best deal with

that property will need Council review and consideration.

Acting Assistant Secretary Roberts announced on June 30 that updates to the BIA Handbook have been approved. The changes come

after hearing from Tribal leaders and are intended to reduce the

lengthy and burdensome process that has hindered tribes in fully utilizing their lands. Tribes will now have greater flexibility in submitting

land-into-trust requests while reducing the processing time. KBIC has

a number of properties owned in fee that need to be placed into trust,

and it’s hoped that these changes will streamline the processing and

time it takes, ultimately saving the Tribe money.

The Tribe's annual governmental employee picnic is scheduled for August 5, and this year will be held at Sand Point. A number of activities

are planned for the event including: a fisherperson’s tournament, scavenger hunt, yard games, and bingo. Food will be provided by Marquette area food trucks. Prizes and an employee recognition program

are also planned. Employees will be recognized for their loyal service

to the Tribe. There will also be pontoon rides, jet skis, kayaks, and

canoes available for employees to enjoy for the day.

Respectfully submitted,

Larry Denomie III, CEO

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KBOCC

2016

Open House

Public Welcome

Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa

Community College

cordially invites the

community to visit the

L’Anse Wabanung Campus

located at

770 N. Main Street,

L’Anse, Michigan

Come and meet staff

and tour our building!

Date: Thursday,

August 11, 2016

Time: 12:00 noon —

2:00pm

Refreshments will be

provided.

KEWEENAW BAY OJIBWA

COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PO Box 519

Baraga, MI 49908

770 N. Main St.

L’Anse, MI 49946

Phone: (906) 524-8301

Fax: (906)524-8106

www.kbocc.edu

KEWEENAW BAY

OJIBWA COMMUNITY

COLLEGE

FALL 2016

ORIENTATION

Thursday, August 25,

2016

4:30pm — 7:00pm

Wabanung Campus,

Room 308

REGISTRATION FOR

CLASSES IS NOW OPEN

Fall Semester courses

start August 29, 2016

For more information

Call Admissions

906-524-8301 or

Advising 906-524-8313

New & Readmitted Students’

Orientation Topics Include:



Welcome Session Presentations

Student Services Presentation

Individual Breakout Sessions

with Academic Advisors

Ready, Set, Go Technology,

and KBOCC Web Portal

Building Tour

Social Gather with Refreshments Provided

“Catch Your Dream through a

Superior Education”

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Arthur Edward Gerard

(October 2, 1928—June 23, 2016)

Arthur Edward Gerard, age 87, of Baraga, MI, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at Bayside Village in L’Anse, where he had been a

resident for the past 10 years. He was born October 2, 1928, in Baraga,

MI, the son of Frank and Stella (Magnant) Gerard. Arthur graduated from

Baraga High School in 1946. He married the former Lola Drolson on April

12, 1958, in Hancock, MI. Arthur drove logging truck for Consolidated for

10 years and then worked for Pettibone for 30 years; 10 of which were

driving truck cross country delivering Pettibone machinery covering all 48

continental states, retiring in 1985. He was a member of St. Ann Church,

Baraga Fire Department for 30 years, and on the Baraga Lumber Jack

Days Committee for many years. He was a member of the Keweenaw

Bay Indian Community. Art enjoyed gardening and spending time with his

family.

Art is survived by his wife, Lola of Baraga; children: Patricia (Scott)

Koski of Baraga, Michael (Jenny) Gerard of Iron Mountain, Dennis

(Debbie) Gerard of L’Anse, Timothy (Helen) Gerard of Chassell, and Tracy

(Oscar) Larson of Baraga; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Elizabeth Treado,

Frances Gerard, Nicholas Gerard, and John Gerard.

Beginning with the Baraga Fire Department Services, funeral services

were held on Monday, June 27, 2016, at the Jacobson Funeral Home,

with Fr. John Martignon officiating. Internment was in the Baraga Cemetery. The Jacobson Funeral Home assisted the family.

Doreen N. Smith

(August 1, 1952—July 14, 2016)

Doreen N. Smith, age 63, of Baraga, MI, passed away on July 14,

2016, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in

Pontiac, MI, on August 1, 1952, the daughter of the (late) Richard and

Elizabeth (Miller) Galer. Doreen was raised in Madison Heights and attended local schools. On September 13, 1969, she married Irvin J. Smith,

and they moved to Baraga in the early 1990’s. He preceded her in death

on April 24, 2015. Doreen was a member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian

Community. She had held various jobs in the area and had enjoyed working at the Ojibwa Senior Citizens Center as a cook. Doreen liked to sew,

including making the regalia for her grandchildren for the Powwow. She

was a Tigers fan, enjoyed attending the Powwow, going to bingo, baking,

cooking, and fishing.

Doreen is survived by her loving children: Edith (Dennis) Hansinger of

Clawson, MI, Christy (Kevin) Krawczyk of Livonia, MI, Dwayne (Pamela)

Smith of Baraga, Richard (Connie) Smith of Iron River, MI, Irvin (Gina)

Smith of Baraga, Serene Smith of Baraga, and Jacob Smith of Baraga; 14

grandchildren; brothers; Foster Galer of Baraga, and Robert Galer of

L’Anse; sisters: Gloria Galer of Ontonagon, Margaret (Pete) MacDonald of

Sun City West, AZ, and Diane (James) Czech of Harper Woods, MI. Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. She was preceded in

death by her parents; her husband; sister, Rosemary Lamberger; and

nephews Darren Morgan and Ronny Drinkard.

A memorial service was held on Monday, July 18, 2016, at the KBIC

Zeba Hall with Deacon John Cadeau officiating. The family greeted

friends at the hall prior to the services and immediately following the memorial service interment took place in the L’Anse Evergreen Cemetery

with a luncheon following at the KBIC Zeba Hall.

Doreen’s favorite quote, “Love you to the moon and back.”

August 2016 Calendar Events



Aug. 6: Reg. Sat. Council Meeting, 9 am, Ojibwa Casino Conference

Room;

Aug. 13: Referendum Election, 10 am—6 pm, Ojibwa Senior Citizens

Bldg. and the Zeba Community Hall;

Aug. 17: Wiikwedong Ogichidaa Society (KBIC Veterans) meeting, 7

pm, Zeba Community Hall.

~ submitted by newsletter editor

OVW Accepts LaFond Donation

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Is your charitable organization planning on holding a

raffle or selling raffle tickets on the L’Anse Indian Reservation?

Federal law, through the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act,

granted Tribes exclusive right to regulate gaming activity on 16429 Bear Town, Rd.

Baraga, MI 49908

Indian lands. Even if you or the members of your organization

are not tribal members, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Gaming Commission has the authority to regulate your raffle. It is unlawful to

game without a license.

Please contact the KBIC Gaming Commission Office at (906) 353-4222 or stop

by the office located at the Tribal Center for an application and a copy of the rules

and regulations.

Application deadline for submission of ALL Class I Drawings is 30 days and

Class II Raffles is 60 days prior to your event. License Fee will be waived when

the application is received within this timeline.

Deborah

LaFond from Albany,

NY made a donation in the amount

of $500.00 to the

OVW Transitional

House on Friday,

July 15, 2016. LaFond made the donation in honor of

her

mother

Gertrude Ann LaFond's

memory,

who was born and

raised in Baraga,

MI. Pictured left to right are: Chalsea Smith, OVW Board Member;

Debrorah LaFond; and Cherie Dakota, OVW Director. Photo compliments of Jean Jokinen.

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Wintergreen Farm - CSA SHARE PROGRAM

Attention KBIC Veterans

The Wiikwedong Ogitchidaa Society (formerly

the KBIC Veterans) in conjunction with KBIC’s

Department of Health and Human Services and

the KBIC Community Assistance Program, extends you an invitation to join them at Zeba Community Hall on August 17, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. for

an evening of fellowship and recognition for our

veterans.

In addition to snacks, door prize drawings,

and the Summer Cloud Singers, there will be an

information session by staff from the Escanaba

Office of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

We look forward to seeing you at the Zeba

Community Hall on the 17th of August!

KEWEENAW BAY INDIAN COMMUNITY

OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES

472 N. Superior Ave. • Baraga, MI 49908

In Tribal Court Building

Phone: 906-353-4566 • Fax: 906-353-8132

• E-mail: ocss@kbic-nsn.gov

“Your Children…Our Priority”

We provide the following services:

 Establishment, Enforcement

and Modification of Child

Support Orders

 Paternity Establishment

 Location of Custodial and

Non-Custodial Parents

 Community Education

Permit No. 62

U.S Postage PAID

Big Rapids, MI 49307

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

16429 Bear Town Rd-Baraga, Mi 49908-9210

PRE-SORT STANDARD

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A CSA Share is you helping the farm and the farm sharing its produce. The Corpolongo Smith family (which consists of Scott, Andrea, and daughter Seda) has been

growing over 50 different types of vegetables at their farm in Ontonagon, MI, since 2007.

They began offering CSA shares in 2009, and their CSA program has been growing ever

since. Currently they have CSA pick-up locations in Houghton and Ontonagon. In the fall

of 2014, they introduced a Winter share program stretching distribution of storage vegetables and dehydrated products into February. You can also find their produce at the Keweenaw Coop, Marquette Food Coop, and the Northwinds Coop in Ironwood.

The Corpolongo Smith family representative said, "Everything we produce is grown

without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. We are Certified Naturally

Grown and are very careful to choose sustainable pest control methods and soil inputs

that don't introduce toxins into our soil."

The BALAC grant with support of the KBIC Health System administers the shares to

the Tribal Pre-primary, Head start, Seniors, Youth Center, and the KBOCC Daycare to

provide access to traditional and healthy nutrition to our children, youth, community, and

elders. Each share is dropped off with recipes and education!

The Share Program started June 22nd and runs weekly for 16 weeks. They also sell

personal single shares and half shares to locals, if interested, find and follow them on

facebook: Wintergreenfarm.

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