The Keweenaw Bay Ojibwe (2013)

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The Keweenaw Bay Ojibwe

Abita Niibini Giizis - Midsummer Moon - July 2013 Issue 108

SENIOR BANQUET HELD—KBIC HONORS

THEIR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Tribal Council Members:

Warren C. Swartz, Jr., President

Elizabeth D. Mayo, Vice-President

Susan J. LaFernier, Secretary

Toni Minton, Asst. Secretary

Jennifer Misegan, Treasurer

Robert D. (RD) Curtis, Jr.

Frederick Dakota

Jean Jokinen

Michael F. LaFernier, Sr.

Carole LaPointe

Elizabeth (Chiz) Matthews

Don Messer, Jr.

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Photo by Lauri Denomie.

L’Anse, Baraga, and Community School 2013 Graduates: Front, (left to right), Sheila Halverson, Gabrielle Picciano, Shantell Ekdahl, Victoria Durant, Virginia Shelifoe, Beth Gauthier, Back (left to front) Kyle

Gauthier, Barbie Byykkonen, Gary Loonsfoot III, Logan Roe, Gavin Picciano, Brooke Chaudier. Missing

from photo: (Jorey Cribs who left for Army boot camp), Michaela Velmer, and Desmond DeCota.

The Keweenaw Bay Tribal Education Committee held the annual Senior Banquet on Friday, May 31, 2013, honoring the L’Anse,

Baraga, and Community School Graduates.

Terri Denomie, Education Committee Chairperson, welcomed the graduates, their families, Tribal education staff, teachers and administrators, fellow Tribal education committee members, and friends to this year’s event.

Beartown Singers provided the drum for the

welcome song and an honor song. Following

a delicious meal, Violet M. Friisvall Ayres,

Education Committee member, introduced the

guest speaker, Sarah Maki. Sarah is the Assistant CEO for the Keweenaw Bay Indian

Community, and she began by congratulating

our graduates. “You have reached a milestone in your life. Some of you are sitting

there with firm plans for your future and good

ideas of what is coming. Some of you have a

pretty good idea of what you want to do next

and a hope and a dream to get you there.

And some of you are sitting there amazed that

you made it this far at all. Your future will be

exciting, but with excitement comes trying

times, and it depends on you and your determination. Perseverance is the key. Each one

of you has a path to choose. Your choices

will be yours and yours alone. Nothing will be

handed to you; you have to go out and earn it,

and it will mean more to you because you

have earned it,” Sarah said.

“As early as kindergarten, I understood the

importance of an education. I was enrolled in

school at the age of four since I was a November baby. I understood completely when

the kindergarten teacher told my mother that

they would give me a few weeks to see if I

was able to learn as well as the others due to

my age. The thought was do well in school,

and you get to play with all those toys. I

brought this through my early educational

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years, but it changed from wanting to do well

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well in school to succeed in life. I realized that

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lege students can complete their degree in

four years, I took six years to complete my

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degree. It took me longer, as I was raising my

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first two children as a single mother. It was

difficult, but perseverance was the key in that

undertaking, along with the support I received

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the decision to enroll in a Tribal Governance

and Administration master degree program

that I wish to pursue. I have

been accepted into the program and will continue working while going to school. I

know it will be difficult to go

to school full-time and work

full-time, but I believe that it

will be a great benefit.

You’ve taken key steps

towards your successful future and also the betterment

of your family and your community. You’ve worked hard

spending months learning

new skill sets. Our complex

and technical world today

requires education and skills

that were not needed in the

past. Ultimately, you are a Photo by Lauri Denomie.

well-educated generation Pictured above is (center) the KBIC Tribal President, Warren

who will benefit all of us in “Chris” Swartz, Jr. with (left) L'Anse District KBIC Education

the future. You are now Committee Scholarship winner of $1000 Logan Roe and (right)

armed with the most impor- Baraga District KBIC Education Committee Scholarship winner

tant tools to forge your path of $1000 Virginia "Ginger" Shelifoe.

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JUNE 1, 2013 TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING

The Tribal Council held their regularly

scheduled Saturday Tribal Council meeting

on June 1, 2013, at the Ojibwa Casino Conference Room, in Baraga, Michigan. President Warren C. Swartz, Jr. presided over

the meeting with Elizabeth D. Mayo, Susan

J. LaFernier, Toni Minton, Jennifer Misegan,

Robert (RD) Curtis, Jr., Fred Dakota, Jean

Jokinen, Michael F. LaFernier, Sr., Carole L.

LaPointe, Elizabeth “Chiz” Matthews, and

Don Messer, Jr. present.

President Warren C. Swartz, Jr. shared

numerous Thank You and For Your Information items addressed to Council. Secretary Susan J. LaFernier gave the Secretary’s Report (page two) and Larry Denomie

III gave the CEO’s Report (page four).

Council passed the Department Head Reports for April 2013.

Treasurer Jennifer Misegan gave a brief

verbal Treasurer’s report as she has been

away from the office due to an injury. The

two-percent checks and letters will be

mailed out this week. She has received the

forensic audit information regarding the

Ojibwa Housing Authority and plans on presenting it to Council at Thursday’s meeting.

She plans on returning to the office parttime this week.

Barbara Edwards addressed the Council

personally with a thank you for all the support they have offered to her husband, Richard Edwards, during his recent and ongoing

illness.

April Lindala, NMU Center of Native

American Studies Director; Sherri Aldred,

local artist; John DePetro, Mayor of Marquette City; Kristine Granger, local artist;

Robert Neimi, Marquette City Commissioner; Bill Vajda, Marquette City Manager;

and Karl Zueger, City of Marquette Asst.

Manager; addressed the Council with a

presentation regarding Project Mikwendaagouzi: To Be Remembered. This is a

culturally appropriate sign to replace the

older one that stood over the Presque Isle

Park’s entrance in Marquette. The sign featured a Native American canoeing along the

lakeshore that has deteriorated over the

years.

Mikwendaagouzi translates in

Ojibwe as, “to be remembered”. The project

will create a sign reflecting both Native and

non-native populations of the area and will

incorporate up to ten yet-to-be-determined

Native youth who will be documenting the

process of the artists throughout the project.

Artist Sherri Aldred (Loonsfoot), a KBIC

member whose work has been on display at

the KBIC Tribal Court, will be developing the

cultural theme for the sign. The cost of the

project totals $10,615.00 with the City of

Marquette funding $4,800.00. The group

requested financial assistance for the remaining amount of $5,815.00 from the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Councilman Fred Dakota agreed that the Marquette

area has been very kind to the tribe, and he

was in favor of the project. He noted that he

would like to have “our story told a little

more; we don’t want people to forget about

us.”

Councilwoman Jean Jokinen suggested that the group contact the KBIC Culture Committee for input. Councilwoman

Jennifer Misegan suggested the group utilize summer youth workers from the Marquette property in the project. The project is

slated to begin mid-June and should take

three weeks to complete.

Motion by

Susan J. LaFernier to approve $5,815.00

as an advance of two-percent funding for

funding Project Mikwendaagouzi: To Be

Remembered, pending a letter of request, supported by Fred Dakota, eleven

supported, 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Bruce LaPointe presented, on behalf of

Marty Curtis of New Day, the Kahkonen Excavating, Inc. Construction Contract to perform construction services in connection

with a drain tile installation at the New Day

Treatment Center. Motion by Elizabeth D.

Mayo to approve the Kahkonen Excavating, Inc. Construction Contract, supported by Carole L. LaPointe, eleven

supported, 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Robert (R.D.) Curtis, Jr. presented the

Bob Perkell Entertainment Agreement for

Council’s approval. Comedian Bob Perkell

will provide one standup comedy show for

the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community,

“Laffin’ in Recovery” Comedy Show, on July

16th. Motion by Susan J. LaFernier to

approve the Entertainment Agreement

with Bob Perkell for the Clean and Sober

Comedy Event, supported by Don

Messer, Jr., eleven supported, 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Debbie Parrish, KBOCC President, presented Resolution KB-1938-2013 Entrepreneur and Arts CEDS Grant for Council’s approval. Jim Stingle, Grant writer, indicated

to her that KBIC would not be applying for

the ANA grant this year as they were not

eligible. KBOCC is designing the Art Program at the college and will be utilizing the

funding from the ANA grant to do so. In addition, they will be reestablishing the Business Center as there are individuals in the

community who want to begin their own

businesses. KBOCC will offer office space,

computer use, fax machine use, etc. to assist them in their business needs. There will

be space allocated for artists and will include space for those who wish to sell their

products. KBOCC has started offering more

business classes because of the development of the new business program. After

the commission approves the program and

the new facility (the former Baraga County

Memorial Hospital), KBOCC plans on offering business classes at the L’Anse facility

which will mostly likely be next spring. Motion by Elizabeth D. Mayo to approve

Resolution KB-1038-2013 Entrepreneur

and Arts Grant, supported by Michael F.

LaFernier, Sr., eleven supported, 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion carried.

Debbie Parrish offered a brief update for

KBOCC. The audit was completed, and

there were no findings. The asbestos removal at the L’Anse facility (former Baraga

County Hospital) has been completed by

contracting Northwoods Environmental.

They are working on a contract with Todd

Chosa for electrical renovations and had

previously approved a contract for the heating and plumbing with Bianco Plumbing and

Heating. Five Tribal members were hired

through the TERO officer to work on the

building construction renovations.

Bruce LaPointe brought the TriMedia

Environmental and Engineering Services,

LLC Professional Services Agreement for

Mold Sampling at the New Day Treatment

Center for approval. Motion by Fred Dakota to approve the TriMedia Environmental and Engineering Services, LLC

Professional Services Agreement and

authorize the President to sign, supported by Don Messer, Jr., eleven supported, 0 opposed, 0 abstained, motion

carried.

Bruce LaPointe brought the Upper Peninsula Power Company Distribution Facilities Installation Agreement for the new

transfer station at the Ojibwa Industrial Park

for approval. Motion by Elizabeth D. Mayo

to approve the Upper Peninsula Power

Company Distribution Facilities Installation Agreement, supported by Carole L.

LaPointe, eleven supported, 0 opposed,

0 abstained, motion carried.

Bruce LaPointe brought the Team Services, LLC, Services Agreement for approval. Motion by Jennifer Misegan to

approve Team Services, LLC, Services

Agreement to provide dust control on

the Ford Farm Road, Ojibwa Campground Road system, Sand Point Road,

and the Pinery, supported by Susan J.

LaFernier, eleven supported, 0 opposed,

0 abstained, motion carried.

Treasurer Jennifer Misegan brought forward the donations for June 2013. Motion

by Elizabeth D. Mayo to approve the

June 2013 donations as $500.00 to the

Baraga Area Schools for Alcohol Free

Graduation parties and $500.00 to the

14th Annual All Women’s Fishing Tournament at the Eagles Club for a

$1,000.00 total, supported by Michael F.

LaFernier, Sr., nine supported (Mayo, S.

LaFernier, Minton, Misegan, Curtis, Dakota, M. LaFernier, LaPointe, Messer),

two opposed (Jokinen, Matthews), 0 abstained, motion carried.

Council adjourned with no further items

on the agenda.

~ submitted by Lauri Denomie, Newsletter Editor

SECRETARY’S REPORT FOR MAY 2013

Activities reported by the Secretary,

Susan J. LaFernier, for the month of May

2013.

ANIN! We honor the greatness in you.

Remember: “Indian Country Counts” and

“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.

Congratulations to all of our graduates

from Head Start to College and many

thanks to our teachers, directors, support

staff, family, and friends who care about the

importance of a great education. Also many

thanks to everyone who helped clean our

cemeteries for Memorial Day to remember

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our Veterans and all of our loved ones.

Thanks also to everyone with the spring

cleanup.

We continue to work on the Government

Personnel Policy revisions, alternative and

renewable energy options with the CARE

Committee, as well as to review the previous proposed mining ordinance and other

options for Council to consider. In the near

future, there will be notice of public meetings that will be held regarding our Treatment as a State under the Clean Water Act

(for regulatory authority over water quality

standards on the Reservation) application

to the EPA which has been worked on the

last few years by our Natural Resources

Department, Water Division, and attorneys.

They have done a tremendous job in pre-

paring the application. The Council appointed a six person Task Force on March

19, 2013, to oversee the application process

and answer questions before and after the

final application is submitted.

The employee W.H.I.P.P. (Wellness,

Health, Intervention, Prevention Program)

Task Force and volunteers continue to have

monthly meetings. It is never too late to encourage others and begin positive lifestyle

changes that will help us live longer, healthier, happier lives. Mino-Bimaadizin—“Live

Well.” Remember everyone should participate in at least 30 minutes of physical activity five times a week to stay fit. A new Tribe

-to-Tribe walking challenge began on May

6, 2013, and remember to register for the

2nd Annual Lumberjack Days 5K Liberty

Run/Walk (3.1 miles) and the Youth (1 mile)

Stars and Stripes Fun Run on July 4, 2013.

NATIVE VOTE 2013—every vote and

voice counts. We have 822 total eligible

voters and 681 registered voters, 429 registered voters, or 63%, voted in the December

election. Our goal for Keweenaw Bay is to

have 100% of our registered/eligible members vote!

The Drug Tip Line number is 353-DRUG

or 353-3784.

The yellow banners are

around the reservation with this drug tip line

number displayed. The Drug Task Force

holds monthly meetings, and their Mission

Statement is: “To promote education

through public awareness with the specific

objective to eliminate the use of ‘illegal

drugs’ for the betterment of the health, welfare, and safety of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and our neighboring Communities.”

Perhaps you visited or spoke the kindest

words as any friend could say, perhaps you

thought of us and prayed (prayers are answered). Whatever you did to console our

hearts… whatever the part you played during our son’s recent hospitalization at Marquette General Health Systems, Mike, Buck,

and I thank you and God so much.

Remember to continue to pray for each

other, to honor, and remember all of our veterans, service men and women, and their

families. Also remember those who are ill,

those with economic struggles, and all those

who have lost loved ones during the past

year. We pray that we and the world will be

graced with the gifts of peace, love, and joy.

Thank you for all that you do to keep our

land the beautiful place it is. Thank you,

God and Creator, for the great blessings of

our land. “Who does the land belong to?

Some to those who have walked on, a little

to those still living, but most to those yet to

be born.” ~ unknown.

During May 2013, the Tribal Council held

one Regular Tribal Council Meeting on May

4, 2013, at the Ojibwa Motel Conference

Room. This meeting is covered in the June

2013 Newsletter. Tribal Council held four

Special Council Meetings. Following are

the unapproved motions from May.

At a council meeting held May 2, 2013,

the following actions were taken:

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Approved a motion to grant a waiver of

conflict of interest for the Dorsey & Whitney law firm relating to the WMS and

Aristocrat Gaming contracts;

Approved the May 24, 31, and June 2,

2012 Tribal Council meeting minutes;

Approved Resolution KB 1933-2013

MOU Tribal-USDA Forest Service Relations on National Forest Lands within

the territories ceded in the treaties of

1836, 1837, and 1842, and to designate

the persons by title to the Technical

Working Group;

Approved that all the checking accounts

at the Ojibwa Housing Authority have

the same signers as the Government

Administrative Account until the OHA

Board is appointed (Chairman broke a

tie vote in favor);

Approved to appoint Janice Shalifoe,

Roland Swartz, R.D. Curtis, Gary

Loonsfoot, Sr., and Dominic Picciano to

the Ojibwa Housing Authority Board;

Approved the amended new business

license for Michael Dowd and Michael

Lahti (to include a used car sales dealership);

Approved the new business license for

Dale Goodreau for “Hey! Beautiful Hair

Salon;

Approved the renewal agreement between the Hannahville Indian Community and KBIC for registered dietitian

services for the WIC Program July 1,

2013-June 30, 2014;

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Approved a full clearance license for five

years for Ronald Hueckstaedt, Jr.

(background investigator).

At a council meeting held May 9, 2013,

the following actions were taken:

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Approved the June 7, 14, 21, 2012

Tribal Council meeting minutes;

 Approved the MOA between KBIC and

I.H.S. for the Kawbawgam Road Water

Study and Replacement Well on the

K.B. Reservation;

 Approved the mailing list request as

Baraga County and age 18 and older for

the KB Ojibwa Community College Climate Change Research Project;

 Approved to table the new business license for Joe LaFernier (Joe’s Custom

& Detail) until he can be present at the

meeting;

 Approved to appoint Dawn Alexander to

the Constitutional Committee as an alternate (one applicant);

 Approved to appoint Amelia Sapcut as

the Elder to the Enrollment Board and

advertise for another Elder seat age 60

and above (one applicant and one resignation)

 Approved to appoint John Seppanen

and Dawn Alexander to the Natural Resources Committee (two applicants);

 Approved to appoint William Jondreau

to the Parks & Recreation Committee

(two applicants)

 Approved to appoint Cheryne Clements

and Dawn Alexander to the Youth Committee (two applicants);

 Approved Friday, July 5th as a holiday;

 Motion died for lack of support to give a

stipend of $125.00 for the Thursday

evening and Saturday Tribal Council

meetings for the Recording Secretary;

 Approved the Environmental Mining

Budget modification to include the

USGS water monitoring program;

 Approved the C.A.R.E. Committee bylaws amendments (Article III and Article

V);

 Approved to deny the remaining May

2013 Donation requests;

 Approved Stacey Somero as supervisor

to Nancy Lamb, and in her absence she

will appoint Nissa LaPointe or Kelly

Dowd to supervise because of the nepotism clause;

 Approved the Employment Agreement

with Ed Janisse (Radio General Manager) with the change under 2.2 to automatically renew for two years.

At a council meeting held May 16, 2013,

the following actions were taken:

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Approved the Northern MI University

Public Safety Institute advanced Law

Enforcement training request and MOU

from Dale Dakota, Chief of Police;

Approved the Phase One and Phase

Two Campground Road pavement project bid of $653,251.99 to MD Contracting, Inc. and approved the contract proposal (standard agreement and general

conditions between owner and contractor);

Approved the bid from KCO, Inc. in the

amount of $10,845.00 for the New Day

Center drain line excavating;

Approved $2,000.00 for the Clean and

Sober Comedy Ahead Show with Bob

Perkell and to draw a new contract;

Approved the Tribal Court Advocate position to the Adjudicating Panel (to replace the OVW Team Lead position on

the panel);

Approved the renewal business license

for the Lucky 7’s Restaurant and John

Gervais;

Approved the new business license for

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Joe LaFernier (Joe’s Custom & Detail);

Approved the adjudication of Jeanne

Kauppila for the ICWA Committee;

Approved the adjudication of Duane

Misegan and Dale Goodreau for the

new Adjudicating Panel.

At a council meeting held May 23, 2013, the

following actions were taken:

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Approved to require applicants to provide denials before requests are approved for Tribal funding (LIHEAP

Funds have been depleted);

Approved the match amount of

$3,500.00 for the 106 Water Quality

grant;

Approved the consultant agreement with

Valoree Gagnon and the Data Summary

Services Agreement as an attachment

for $4,000.00 (Lake Superior Program)

for a Tribal Wildlife and Natural Resources Community Survey;

Approved the Amendment to Services

Agreement with Rebecca Panasiewicz

to extend the end date (Drug Court Program);

Approved Resolution KB 1934-2013

Baraga Casino 2% distributions;

Approved Resolution KB 1935-2013

Marquette Casino 2% distributions;

Approved the policies, procedures, and

agreements related to the live scan

transmission with the Michigan State

Police;

Approved to table Resolution KB 19322013 Land Purchase Agreement with N.

Perrault for more information;

Approved the Entertainment Agreement

with Funny Business Agency, Inc. for

the Pressbox New Year’s Eve Comedy

Show at the Bingo Hall;

Approved the License Agreement with

Michael Joseph for access to online

training materials for the Marquette Casino;

Approved the amendment to the Background Investigations Policy to replace

the ICWA Committee with the Adjudicating Panel;

Approved to table a request for home

repairs until after they meet with the

Ojibwa Housing Authority Board on May

28th;

Approved Resolution KB 1936-2013

Support for one Definition of “Indian”

under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan J. LaFernier, Secretary

Welcoming Paige Elizabeth Cote Ripley,

born January 28, 2013, to proud parents:

Daniielle Cote and Ken Ripley. Paige

weighed 6 lbs. 5 oz. and was 19 inches at

birth. Congratulations!

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CEO REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2013

The month of May 2013 included the follow- 

ing activities and reportable items:

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Gary Loonsfoot, Jr. in coordination with

Tribal Court, Tribal Police, and the

Baraga County Sheriff’s Department.,

instituted an inmate work program. Gary

had work to be completed at the cemeteries and other locations but was having difficulty getting community service

workers to commit. Gary and Brad Dakota, Chief Tribal Judge, worked on the

details of the program. Inmates participating in the program were selected by

the Court; Gary checked them out at the

jail and supervised them throughout the

day. Tribal Police, on occasion and

when possible, drove by the work sites.

The inmates who were selected by the

Court were considered not to be flight

risks or dangerous. Overall the program

has been successful, and we are currently working on ways to pay for and

continue the concept on a regular basis.

 Joe Brazeau resigned effective May 21

as the Tribe’s Building Inspector. Outstanding building permits will be completed by President Swartz who will also

serve in the post until the post is filled.

 The bi-monthly department head meeting was held on the 21st. The meeting

was reserved entirely for our annual

training opportunity provided through

our EAP provider Ceridian. The training

was conducted in two sessions which

included supervisory/management staff

of both the government and enterprises.

The training related to managing employee work styles to reduce stress and

was to identify and support employees

under stress. In speaking to a number

of employees following the training, they

found it to be informative and interesting.

As always, if anyone has questions, concerns, or issues the CEO’s office can assist

with, please don’t hesitate to stop, e-mail, or

call.

Respectfully submitted,

Review of the Food and Health Survey

reports submitted by our departments

and licensed entities is up to date. All of

the Tribe’s departments’ reports indicate

they have either corrected or have plans

to correct the deficiencies identified in

the surveys completed by Indian Health

Services. All but one of the KBIC member licensed entities provided follow up

reports and indentified corrections they

have made to address the deficiencies.

The licensed entities reports have been

filed with the attorney’s office for their

respective licensing file and will be available for your review as part of their license renewal.

A total of 19 students applied for the

Summer College Intern program this

year. Of the 19 applications, three were

incomplete, one was submitted late, and

two found alternate employment. Of the

remaining 13 applicants, the five with

the highest GPA’s were hired based on

the funding that was approved for the

program this year. Five internal departments submitted requests for interns

which matched the number funded and

include: The Pines, Tribal Police, Youth,

NRD, and DHHS. Several other departments with available funds have hired

on some of the applicants for the summer also. This has been the only year

since the program’s inception that more

than enough applicants were available

to fill the available slots.

The annual Spring Clean Up event took

place May 20-25. Curbside pickup was

available for L’Anse and Baraga members during the week. Members who

missed the curbside pickup were also

able to drop off their debris on the 24th

and 25th at the Industrial Park. Early

numbers indicate an increase in tonnage this year over last even though the

event ran for one week instead of two.

Larry J. Denomie, III, CEO

NEWS FROM THE OJIBWA

SENIOR CITIZENS

Pasty Sales:

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July 20 — 7 am, we are making pasties for the Aura Jamboree. Sign-up

sheet is available at the Senior Center. Make sure to schedule the times

that you can volunteer!

July 25 — pasty prep starting after

lunch (12:15 pm).

July 26 — pasty making starting at

5:00 am. VOLUNTEERS ARE

NEEDED AS EARLY AS YOU CAN

MAKE IT!

July 26 — we will be selling pasties

at the powwow grounds. Make sure

you can schedule the times that you

can volunteer! The sign-up sheet

will be available at the Senior Center. More information will be available at the July 10th meeting.

Upcoming Fundraising:

Senior Banquet continues:

ahead. Some of you may join the military.

Some of you may enter directly into the

workforce. Some of you may want to start a

business. Some may start a family. As Native Americans, there are unique opportunities out there for you. For those of you looking to further your education, there is the

Michigan Tuition Waiver that is available to

pay your tuition. There is financial help

available from the tribe for a college education. There are scholarships available today

through the American Indian College fund.

Recently, the American Indian College fund

was chosen to administer a portion of the

Cobell settlement. There are also programs

through Indian Health Service that will forgive students loans in return for working in

their health centers.

To give you some perspective, when I

graduated 25 years ago in 1988, a gallon of

gas was 91 cents. The only businesses the

tribe had were K-Bit-C and Tribal Construction. The food at the Senior banquet was a

potluck dinner, and certificates were given

out. During that time, the tribe was in the

first couple of years of operating a casino

and bingo hall and did not have a whole lot

of money. There were a handful of buildings for all tribal operations. The tribe employed less than 100 individuals.

Over the years, that has changed quite a

bit. The tribe has made enough money

through Casino operations to open a second casino, build a gas station, purchase

two radio stations, provide retirement funds

and heating for our elders, buy land for the

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community, provide expanded needs and

services to our members, and donate to local organizations. Now, there are over 30

buildings, and the tribe employs over 600

individuals. The tribe is currently the biggest employer within the county. For you,

this means there are more opportunities

within the tribe. The tribe, as an employer,

is looking for employees who are trustworthy, reliable, innovative, and those with

enough flexibility to adapt and learn in

changing times. The degree you have

earned shows your future employer that you

have the ability to learn. I firmly believe this.

You have accomplished this first step.

There are many Tribal members within

our community and in our country who have

given and are giving back. They are doctors, nurses, teachers, lawyers, police officers, firefighters, military men & women,

clergy, business men & women, and politicians. I apologize for not naming them all.

Please remember to give back in every way

that you can, whether it is through your future profession, your skills, your mentoring,

parenting, and/or volunteering within the

community.”

Graduates received gifts from the KBIC

Tribal Education Committee, KBIC Tribal

Council, Cultural Committee, and the

Ojibwa Senior Citizens. Certifications were

given to the L’Anse and Baraga KBIC Education Committee Scholarship winners:

Logan Roe/L'Anse District and Virginia

“Ginger” Shelifoe/Baraga District.

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July 4 — 50/50 raffle during the July

4th activities.

July 26-28 — 50/50 raffle during the

powwow.

August 21—pasty prep.

August 22 — pasty making.

Additional Information:

At the June 12th meeting a December

trip to Green Bay was approved for

those seniors who are actively participating in our fundraising events. We will

be attending a dinner show on December 12th. Sign-up sheet and more information is available at the Senior Center.

Re-organization of officers occurred at

the June 12th meeting.

Officers for

2013-2014 are: President—Debbie Parrish, Vice President—Ron Spruce, Secretary—Veronica Adams, Assistant Secretary—Gretchen Emery, Treasurer—

Susie Crawford, Assistant Treasurer—

Agatha Cardinal. Susie Crawford will

continue as the Recording Secretary for

the Senior meetings.

All Tribal Veterans’ Meeting at the

Lighthouse, Sand Point, will be held

every third Wednesday of the month

at 1900 hours. All Tribal Veterans

Welcome!

TRIBE HIRES FIFTY-ONE SUMMER YOUTH WORKERS

AND FOUR SUPERVISORS

Photo by Lauri Denomie.

This year the Summer Youth Program is

under the direction of the Youth Programs

Coordinator, Nicole Reenders-Arens, with

the assistance of four Youth Supervisors:

Cody Blue, Waba Alakayak, Francis LaPointe III, and John Hebert.

Fifty-one youth workers began their employment on the morning of Monday, June

17th. The youth workers were assigned to

their stations at a variety of locations

through the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community; i.e. KB Tribal Natural Resources,

Ojibwa Community Library, Public WorksRoads Crew, Superior Watershed, Summer

Camp, Ojibwa Campground, Parks-Mark

Misegan, Forestry, Pre-primary, Fitness

Center, Ojibwa BP, Tribal Attorney Office,

and Commodity Foods.

Youth workers are pictured above with

the four youth supervisors are: (in no particular order) Kassidy Adams, Casandrea

Alexander, Theodore (Austin) Ayres,

Vanessa Beaver, Ashley Beck, Kassidy

Beck, Zachary Cardinal, Cody Clement,

Frederick Dakota, Brandon DeCota, Troy

DeCota, Donald (Keith) Denomie, Kevin Denomie, Austin Durant, Shay Ekdahl, Issac

Ekdahl, Shantell Ekdahl, Ellsworth Preston,

Mariah Fish, Vanessa Friisvall, Breanne

Gauthier, Jonah Goodreau, Sheena

Halverson, Jeffrey Heath, Brighton Hovey,

Dillion Hueckstaedt, Ronald Hueckstaedt III,

Eva Lind, Skye Loonsfoot, Aleah Maskew,

Taylor Mayo, Kayla Messer, Makenzie

Messer, Adebria Miron, Calix Miron, Zachary Owens, Jacob Picard, Cody Pittsley,

Summer Potts, Annalesse Rasanen, Roriana Rasanen, Davan Ravindran, Katrina

Ravindran, Grayson Roe, Sean Spruce,

Joshua Sutherland, Todd Teikari, Dana

Thierry, Sydni Voakes, Sonja Welch, and

Nathaniel Welsh.

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 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.

Applications must be received 30 days

prior to all drawings

for processing.

16429 Bear Town, Rd.

Baraga, MI 49908

(906) 353-4222

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Head Start & Early Head

Start will be accepting applications for the 2013-2014 school

year. Applications are available at

the KBIC Health Clinic, KBIC

Tribal Center, Ojibwa Community

College, and at the Head Start &

Early Head Start Center. You may

also have an application mailed to

you by calling 524-6626. Reminder,

all applications MUST be returned

with a proof of income. All applications are due by July 12, 2013.

OCC CHILDCARE CENTER

Childcare services are available for children ages infant-11 years old.

Hours of operation are Monday—Friday, 7 am—5 pm with evening care available by appointment.

Contact Nissa Morningstar at 353-4602 for more information.

“Catch your dream through a superior education”

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Baraga Graduates:

Brooke Chaudier is the daughter of Aimee

Emery and Durwyn Chaudier. She participated

in basketball for three years, cross country for

two years, and track and field. She received

Honorable Mention in basketball and was

moved up to the varsity team in her freshman

year. She has played basketball since the third

grade and was a member of the Rez Runners

teams. Brooke has been on the Honor Roll

many times. Her hobbies include: watching

movies, playing basketball, and being with

friends. She will be attending Ferris State University this fall majoring in a health field.

listening to music, dancing, and spending time

with family and friends. He plans on working

after graduation and attending Gogebic Community College.

Sheila Halverson is the daughter of Michelle

LaPlante-Eilola and Paul Halverson. While in

high school, she participated in band and was in

the multi-media class that put together the senior slide show. Her multi-media teacher stated

that if she had to give an award to a senior for all

of their help, it would go to Sheila. She participates in pow-wows, feasts, ceremonies, and

sweat lodges. She also sings on the Four Thunders drum with her family. Her hobbies include

beading, sewing, and playing video games.

Sheila’s plans after graduation are to attend

Ojibwa Community College majoring in Liberal

Studies with a Native American emphasis.

Virginia Shelifoe is the daughter of Sherrie

Kantola and James Shelifoe, Sr. She participated in JV and Varsity Basketball, volleyball,

track, and cross country. Ginger was a local

history smack-down participant and a HOSA

(Health Occupations Students of America) member. She was a High Five mentor and was on

the Honor Roll many times. She played Rez

Runner basketball, was a KBIC Youth Club

member, and helped with the elementary basketball camp held at the Youth Center. Her hobbies include: listening to music, playing ball, and

being with friends. Ginger will be attending Ferris State University majoring in Pre-Nursing.

Photo by Lauri Denomie.

Beth Gauthier is the daughter of Diana Carlson and Charlie Gauthier. While in high school,

she has taken every available class to get ready

for college. She was in the Anatomy class at

Baraga High School which is similar to a college

level class. She has also taken the language

classes offered at Ojibwa Community College.

She was in track for one year, and her artwork

received Honorable Mention at a local art show.

She participated in the KBIC youth activities and

was a Rez Runner for two years. Her hobbies

include playing basketball, swimming, camping,

and shopping. Her plans are to attend Ojibwa

Community College for general studies and then

transfer to Northern Michigan University.

Kyle Gauthier is the son of Cathy LaBeau

and George Gauthier.

He participated in

STOMP (Student Training On Mentoring Peers)

at the Copper Country ISD. He was also involved with the Educational Talent Search Program. He was on the basketball team and has a

great work ethic. He has worked for the Summer Youth Program for four years. Kyle loves

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Gaven Picciano is the son of Tina Messer

and Kerry Picciano. He played five years of

football, and during his football career, he was

awarded 1st Team All-Conference West-Pac

Linebacker. He played basketball throughout

high school and also played for the Rez Runners. Gaven played five years of slow-pitch softball and one year of hockey. He was a High

Five mentor, competed in weight-lifting, and was

Vice-President of his 9th grade class. He has

had projects from his Woods class place in state

tournaments. He was a Summer Youth worker

and helped with the annual KBIC Pow-Wow and

Fishing Derby. He likes to fish, hunt, ride fourwheelers and dirt bikes, play video games, and

spend time with friends and family. He has

worked at Superior Video for the last two-and-ahalf years. He plans on getting another job,

working out, and he would like to play football at

a junior college.

Gary Loonsfoot III is the son of Donna

Frederickson and Gary Loonsfoot, Jr. He played

Varsity Football and Basketball while at Baraga

High School. He was on the Honor roll often

and received Perfect Attendance many times.

Gary participated with the Adopt-a-Highway Program with the football program. He also played

Rez Runner basketball and was employed by

the Summer Youth Program for several years.

His hobbies include playing sports, being with

friends, and spending time with his family. His

future plans are to work for the summer as the

Tribal Police Cadet, and then he is going into the

Navy in the winter.

Jorey Cribbs is the son of Sandra Cribbs.

While in high school, he was a member of the

first Cross Country team and continued his participation for two years. He was also in Track,

and his events were the 50-meter run and the

long jump. He placed at every track meet.

Jorey worked for the Summer Youth Program

for several years and then worked at Ojibwa BP.

His hobbies include being outdoors, hunting,

and fishing. Jorey has joined the United States

Army and began his basic training in Fort Benning, Georgia, on May 28.

L’Anse Graduates:

Victoria Durant is the daughter of Cathy and

Larry Velmer. While in school, she acquired job

skills by working in the office. She received the

“Make a Difference” award through the I.S.D.’s

STOMP Program. Victoria enjoys reading, going places with friends, and listening to music.

She worked for the Tribe’s Summer Youth Program for two years at the campground and at

the Commodity Foods Program. Her future

plans include taking some night classes and

possibly attending Gogebic Community College

the following year.

Shantell Ekdahl is the daughter of Shelley

and Lyndon Ekdahl. While in high school, she

participated in track for one year; played volleyball for four years; participated in the High Five

Mentoring Program her Junior and Senior years,

and was in the Yearbook class her Junior year.

While playing volleyball, she received the

“Platform of Gold” award, the “Highest Service

Percentage”, and the “Miss Hustle” awards. She

has achieved Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll

several times. Shantell was crowned Queen of

her Senior Prom this year. She enjoys playing

volleyball, taking walks, and being with friends

and family. She worked for the Summer Youth

Program at the Pre-Primary Center and the Library. She will be attending Northern Michigan

University this fall, and her major is undeclared

at this time.

Gabrielle Picciano is the daughter of Tina

Messer and Kerry Picciano. She was a member

of the KBIC Youth Committee. She participated

in the Rez Runners basketball team and competed in the Indigenous games in 2009. She

was crowned Miss Keweenaw Bay for the 2010

Pow-Wow. She enjoys art, reading, and writing.

She has been employed as a waitress and hostess at The Eagles Nest and the Apple Family

Restaurant. She will be attending Northern

Michigan University in the fall majoring in Criminal Justice.

Logan Roe is the son of Robin Roe. While

in high school he was on the bowling team for

one year, the basketball team for three years,

and Varsity football for two years. He was a

Camp Nesbit counselor for two years and was

on the Prom Committee. He traveled to Europe

as a member of the International Travel Club.

He has been on the Honor Roll many times and

achieved Perfect Attendance and Honors Convocation. He has worked for the Summer Youth

Program and has been employed at Pat’s IGA

for the past two years. He enjoys being with his

family and friends, and playing basketball, and

Xbox. He will be attending Michigan Technological University this fall majoring in Kinesology.

Michaela Velmer is the daughter of Jacquelyn and Michael Velmer. While in high school,

she was involved in Student Council, Youth in

Government, High Five Mentoring, Prom Committee, 4-H, Track, Cross Country, Cheerleading, and the Kateri Circle. She was also an after

-school tutor and volunteered to care for the elderly twice a week. Michaela was on the Honor

Roll all four years of high school. She has

worked at the Baraga Drive-In for the past four

years. Her hobbies are reading, painting, and

anything outdoors. She will be attending Ave

Maria University, majoring in History and Education with a minor in Philosophy. She is hoping to

become a teacher.

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Keweenaw Bay Indian Community; Spring Walleye

Survey and Egg Collection

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT,

Warren “Chris” Swartz, Jr.

*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.

06/07/13, Baraga, Michigan… The 2013 Keweenaw Bay

Indian Community Natural Resources Department (KBNRD)

walleye survey and egg collection activity got off to a late

start this spring, due mainly to prolonged winter weather and

associated ice coverage on local lakes. With ice out came

the opportunity for Fyke-Net surveys in Portage and Torch

Lakes, where Fisheries staff attempted to capture, assess,

tag, and release walleye and various other species, and ultimately assess the overall Portage Lake Fishery.

48 Contiguous

United States:

House

hold

Size

On occasion, spawning

phase walleye are captured

during these surveys, and

eggs have recently been fertilized and transported back

to the KBIC Walleye Ponds

and Rearing Operation in

L'Anse, Michigan. Eggs are

being incubated in an experimental rearing

unit,

and

hatching walleye will

be funneled directly into one

of two management ponds at

the site. There they will be

raised to larger sizes (2-5

inches or greater), and eventually stocked back into local

waters,

including

PortPatrick LaPointe, Jr., Natural Resource Technician, releases a age Lake.

Of interest in 2013, is the

walleye during fyke net survey in Portage Lake.

occasional survey capture of

juvenile walleye in the Portage Lake system, and there is confidence that at least a portion

of these young fish are a result of KBIC stocking efforts in recent years. A sample collection of small walleye will be analyzed to determine presence of an Oxytetracycline "mark" on

internal boney structures, indication that the fish were reared and stocked into Portage

Lake. Both the State of Michigan and KBIC have been stocking walleye in Portage Lake in

recent years.

Finally, working cooperatively with the Michigan Department of Community Health and

Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission, KBIC has been active in collecting and retaining a sample of target fish species (burbot, lake trout, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and walleye) for contaminant and human safety in consumption studies. These data will be used to update and augment the latest fish consumption advisories

for Portage Lake, Torch Lake, and Lake Superior.

Honors Convocation

Four KBIC elementary students were recognized at the Honors

Convocation Program

on May 15, 2013.

These students received a 3.5 or greater

grade point average at

C.J. Sullivan Elementary

School

in

L’Anse. They each received a medallion for

their

academic

achievement. The students are: (Left to right)

Christopher Genschow,

Abbygail Spruce, Alicia

Stein, and Robert Genschow.

Perfect Attendance

Paige Zasadnyj was one of five

students recognized at C.J. Sullivan

Elementary School for achieving

perfect attendance for the 2012-13

school year. Paige is the daughter

of Lisa and Dave Zasadnyj and recently completed kindergarten.

To be added to the

mailing list or to

correct your mailing

address ,

contact the enrollment office at (906) 353-6623

ext. 4113.

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FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ON

INDIAN RESERVATIONS (FDPIR)

NET MONTHLY INCOME STANDARDS*

(Effective October 1, 2012)

Use this

amount

SNAP Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

SNAP

Standard

Deduction

1

$ 931

+

$149

=

$1,080

2

$1,261

+

$149

=

$1,410

3

$1,591

+

$149

=

$1,740

4

$1,921

+

$160

=

$2,081

5

$2,251

+

$187

=

$2,438

6

$2,581

+

$214

=

$2,795

7

$2,911

+

$214

=

$3,125

8

$3,241

+

$214

=

$3,455

Each additional member

+ $330

Alaska:

Household

Size

FDPIR Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

Use this

amount

SNAP Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

SNAP

Standard

Deduction

1

$1,165

+

$256

=

$1,421

2

$1,577

+

$256

=

$1,833

3

$1,990

+

$256

=

$2,246

4

$2,402

+

$256

=

$2,658

5

$2,815

+

$256

=

$3,071

6

$3,227

+

$268

=

$3,495

7

$3,640

+

$268

=

$3,908

8

$4,052

+

$268

=

$4,320

Each additional member

FDPIR Net

Monthly

Income

Standard

+ $413

FDPIR Income Deductions—see 7 CFR 253.6(f)

Earned Income Deduction — Households with

earned income are allowed a deduction of 20 percent

of their earned income.

Dependant Care Deduction — Households that

qualify for the dependent care deduction are allowed

a deduction of actual dependent care costs paid

monthly to a non-household member.

Child Support Deduction — Households that incur

the cost of legally required child support to or for a

non-household member are allowed a deduction for

the amount of monthly child support paid.

Medicare Part B Medical Insurance and Part D

Prescription Drug Coverage Premiums — Households that incur the cost of Medicare Part B medical

insurance and/or Part D prescription drug coverage

premiums are allowed a deduction for the monthly

cost of the premiums.

FDPIR Resource Standards—see 7 CFR 253.6(d)

$3,250 for households with at least one elderly or

disabled member.

$2,000 for households without any elderly or disabled members.

JULY 2013 Calendar Events

July 4-5: Gov’t offices closed, 4th of July holi

day;

July 13: Reg. Sat. Council Meeting, 9 am,

Ojibwa Resort Conf. Rm;

July 12: Constitutional Committee Meeting, 1

pm, Council Chambers;

July 16: Laffin In Recovery, Comedy Show;

July 17: Veteran’s Meeting, 7 pm;

July 26: Senior Citizens’ Pasty Sale;

July 26-28: 35th Annual KBIC Powwow.

~ submitted by newsletter editor

Events occurring throughout KBIC are welcome to

be listed on the Calendar of Events. Contact newsletter@kbic.nsn.gov to list your events. Some events are

more detailed FYI within the newsletter. For up-to-date

event listings, visit www.ojibwa.com and click on calendar. For Youth events, see @ www.ojibwa.com, click

on youth club, or contact 353-4643/Main Office at Youth

Club, or 353-4644 for the facility attendants or the

Kitchen/craft rooms.

Barauskas Retires From Substance Abuse Field Career

HEPATITIS C

Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease that results from infection with the Hepatitis C virus. When first infected, a person can

develop an “acute” infection, which can range in severity from a

very mild illness with few or no symptoms to a serious condition requiring hospitalization. Acute Hepatitis C is a short-term illness that

occurs within the first six months after someone is exposed to the

Hepatitis C virus. For reasons that are not known, 15%–25% of

people “clear” the virus without treatment.

For approximately 75%–85% of people who become infected

with the Hepatitis C virus, the acute infection progresses to a

“chronic,” or lifelong, infection. Chronic Hepatitis C is a long-term

illness that occurs when the Hepatitis C virus remains in a person’s

body. Over time, it can lead to serious liver problems, including

liver damage, cirrhosis, liver failure, or liver cancer. Chronic Hepatitis C is one of the leading causes of liver disease and is the leading

cause of liver transplantation in the United States.

How common is Hepatitis C?

It is estimated that 3.2 million people in the United States are

living with Hepatitis C. Most do not know they are infected. More

than 18,000 people become infected each year.

How can a person get Hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is usually spread when blood from a person infected

with the Hepatitis C virus enters the body of someone who is not

infected. Most people become infected with Hepatitis C by sharing

needles or other equipment to inject drugs. It is possible to have

gotten Hepatitis C from injecting drugs, even if just once or many

years ago. Before widespread screening of the blood supply began

in 1992, Hepatitis C was commonly spread through blood transfusions and organ transplants. Some people don’t know how they got

infected.

Sometimes the Hepatitis C virus can be spread by having sex

with an infected person, although scientists believe this does not

happen very often. Having a sexually transmitted disease or HIV,

sex with many partners, or rough sex appears to increase a person’s risk for Hepatitis C. There also appears to be an increased

risk for getting Hepatitis C among gay men who are HIV positive.

Why is it important to get tested?

Most people with Hepatitis C do not have any symptoms and do

not know they are infected. As a result, people could be living with

Hepatitis C and appear healthy while liver damage silently occurs.

If you think you might have been exposed to the Hepatitis C, talk to

your doctor about getting tested. By knowing your test results, you

can get medical care, take care of your liver, and take action to

avoid spreading the virus to others. If you are told you have Hepatitis C, be sure to ask if both your antibody and confirmatory tests are

positive.

Photo by Lauri Denomie.

Peggy Barauskas retired in June after over 20 years of service

working for the tribe at the New Day Treatment Center. Peggy was

an advanced level substance abuse counselor who was also involved for a number of years providing and overseeing prevention

services for the tribe. Helping people in their lives was a passion for

Peggy, and she will be missed by the community and co-workers as

well. She is looking forward to spending time with her family, enjoying outdoor activities, as well as pursuing a dream of a love of writing. A retirement celebration dinner was held in Peggy’s honor,

Tuesday, June 18, 2013, with many friends, family, and co-workers

in attendance.

Shown above (center) Peggy Barauskas with co-workers, left to

right, Marty Curtis, Jerry Lee Curtis, Mike Jensen, and R.D. Curtis,

displaying the gift of a beautiful Pendleton blanket.

SUMMER CAMP IN FULL SWING

The KBIC Youth Program initiated a Summer Camp this year

with spots for 50 youth to attend. Beginning week one on June 10,

2013, the Camp is being held Monday-Thursday for a period of

eight weeks, and will conclude with a “party day” scheduled for

Thursday, August 8th. The program is overseen by Nicole Reenders-Arens, Youth Programs Coordinator, who is assisted by Steven

Denomie, Youth Programs Facilitator, and Savannah Dakota, Summer Intern, who have a full schedule of activities in line for the youth

from programs offered by staff of: KB Tribal Natural Resources,

Dept. of Human Services, GLIFWC, KB Tribal Police Dept., Baraga

Fire Dept. Free Spirit Fitness, Michigan Technological University,

Ojibwa Community Library, Cultural Committee, and KBIC Youth

Program.

How is Hepatitis C treated?

Since acute Hepatitis C rarely causes symptoms, it often goes

undiagnosed and therefore untreated. When it is diagnosed, doctors recommend rest, adequate nutrition, fluids, and antiviral medications. People with chronic Hepatitis C should be monitored regularly for signs of liver disease. Even though a person may not have

symptoms or feel sick, damage to the liver can still occur. Antiviral

medication can be used to treat some people with chronic Hepatitis

C, although not everyone needs or can benefit from treatment. For

many, treatment can be successful and results in the virus no

longer being detected.

What can people with Hepatitis C do to take care of their liver?

People with chronic Hepatitis C should see a doctor regularly.

They also should ask their health professional before taking any

prescriptions or over-the-counter medications—including herbal

supplements or vitamins—as they can potentially damage the liver.

People with chronic Hepatitis C should also avoid alcohol since it

can accelerate liver damage.

~ submitted by Becky Tussing RN, Associate Director,

KBIC/Dept. of Health and Human Services

Photo by Steven Denomie.

Photo by Steven Denomie.

Youth participate in the KB Tribal Natural Resource activities (front) Planting

at Sand Point and (back) Boulder

Painting.

Youth participate in the KB Tribal Police/Conservation activity Boat Safety

and Rides. Shown above: Police Cadet Gary Loonsfoot III and Tyler Kugler.

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Employment Opportunities

http://www.kbic-nsn.gov/html/personnel.htm

Continuous/On Call positions:

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Board Operator

Pharmacist (on call)

Receptionist/Clerical Worker (on call)

Cashier (part-time)

Registered Nurse (on call)

Licensed Practical Nurse (on call)

Account Executive/Sales (full time)

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Pre-Primary Teaching Assistant

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Unit Manager (New Day)

Community Service Supervisor (one

call)

Family Aide

On-Call Van Driver

Unit Manager (OVW)

Youth Programs & Facility Attendant

For current job listings, complete job announcements, applications, and closing

dates contact: KBIC Personnel Department, 16429 Bear Town Road, Baraga, MI

49908-9210 or 906-353-6623, ext 4176 or 4140 or visit: www.ojibwa.com.

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BEARTOWN PARTICIPATES IN FITNESS CHALLENGE

On May 26, 2013, twenty-six wildland firefighters participated in the BIA

Fitness Challenge. The BIA Fitness Challenge is a voluntary program by

which all firefighters from Indian Country, who carry a red card, can measure their own fitness levels, track improvement, and receive recognition for

their fitness efforts.

Physical fitness is an essential component of wildland firefighting. KBIC

fireline personnel participated in the “Beartown Fitness” program this

spring and finished the program off by participating in the BIA Fitness Challenge. The challenge consists of four basic exercises: push-ups, pull-ups,

sit-ups, and a timed run of either 1.5 or 3.0 miles. Each category is timed

and scored through a point system. Test results are compiled into an overall score based on the scoring chart.

A participant may qualify for a

bronze, silver, gold, or platinum depending on their total score.

Of the 26 participants, 16 received a bronze award and four received a

silver award. The KBIC Fire Management Program would like to thank:

Cheryne Clements, KBIC Fitness Director, for developing and running the

Beartown Fitness program; Sheila Ekdhal for assisting with the program;

and Jeremy Bennett, Regional WUI and Prevention Specialist for the BIA,

for running the Fitness Challenge on May 31st.

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT,

Warren “Chris” Swartz, Jr.

KBIC RESPONSE TO GOVERNOR

SNYDER’S OPPOSITION TO THE

AIRPORT CASINO

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community is appalled by Governor Snyder’s complete disregard for the welfare of the Upper Peninsula by refusing

to allow KBIC to proceed with the Airport Casino project, now in its fifteenth

year.

Back in 2000, it was the intention of KBIC and the State of Michigan,

that the casino in Chocolay Township would be moved to the former Marquette Airport. In support of that, then Governor Engler, signed an agreement with KBIC to relocate the casino. Since that time, KBIC has worked

with the federal government and local units of government completing the

necessary process and getting their consent for the move. All the parties

agreed that relocation of the casino would be in the best interests of the

surrounding communities and KBIC. Under federal law, all that remained

for this relocation was for Governor Snyder to concur with the federal government’s findings that:

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1) “a gaming establishment on newly acquired lands would be in the

best interest of the Indian tribe and its members; and

 2) gaming on the newly acquired lands would not be detrimental to the

surrounding community.”

Governor Snyder failed to uphold the agreement entered into by Governor Engler when he failed to concur the findings above.

More appalling is that Governor Snyder’s letter to the federal government declining to concur fails to address the only two allowable issues for

his consideration: the best interest of the KBIC and potential detriment to

the surrounding community. This project would have created new permanent jobs, funded the building of local infrastructure, and provided additional revenue to local governments. Governor Snyder failed to address

those issues and completely disregarded all the money already spent by

these local governments and the KBIC in preparation for and reliance on

the relocation of the casino.

Governor Snyder claims to have met with Tribal Leaders to discuss the

proposed casino. While there was a brief fifteen minute meeting, at the

meeting Governor Snyder admitted to the KBIC representatives that he

had not reviewed any of the material himself, and his staff had not yet

briefed him on the issues. Governor Snyder also ignored invitations from

KBIC to come to the U.P. to discuss the issue. The Governor’s legal counsel sent letters raising irrelevant issues. When KBIC refused to accept the

accusations and terms contained in those letters from the Governor’s Office, we were then told by the Governor’s Office to disregard the issues

raised in those letters. Yet those issues were what Governor Snyder cited

as justification for his refusal to concur.

KBIC believes the real issue is that Michigan is considering legislation

to expand the state lottery to allow for online gaming. If the state passes

these expended provisions, KBIC could withhold its revenue sharing payments under the current gaming agreement. Governor Snyder wanted to

use the transfer of the Marquette Casino as leverage to force KBIC to continue to make payments despite expanded state gaming in violation of the

gaming agreement. The Governor is more concerned about payments

to Lansing than creating jobs here and benefiting local units of government.

KBIC simply asked that Governor Snyder do what was required of him

and give due consideration to the only two allowable issues and the voices

of the local governments, that moving the Marquette Casino from Chocolaty Township to the former Airport Property is in the best interests of the

state, its citizens, and the KBIC. While Governor Snyder states that he

has “significant concerns with the Tribe’s conduct”, KBIC is concerned

about the conduct of the Governor who refuses to uphold the agreements

of the Office of the Governor of the State of Michigan.

KBIC wishes to thank our members, the people of Marquette, and the

surrounding area for their support in our efforts to bring jobs to the area.

Your support will pay off, as we continue our efforts, despite what they do

in Lansing, to create jobs and provide better services to the community.

Photo by Lauri Denomie.

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE TREASURER,

Jennifer Misegan

THE

K E W E E N AW

B AY

IND IAN

COMMUNIT Y

ANNOUNCES

T HEIR

RECENT GAMING DISTRIBUTIONS

Since 1993 the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community has been making biannual payments from gaming proceeds of their casinos to local units of

government and to the State of Michigan. These payments are 2% and

8% respectively and are derived from the net win from all Class III electronic games of chance commonly known as slot machines.

The two-percent (2%) payments are made each May and November.

Local units of governments have a wide range of control as to how this

money is awarded. Local units of Government may make requests

throughout the year. To receive an award, the entity must first make a request in writing.

For the first distribution for the period of October 1, 2012, through

March 30, 2013, the total for Baraga County was made from the Ojibwa

Casino was $117,904.93. The breakdown is as follows:

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Baraga County, $32,439.78

Baraga Area Schools, $39,054.14

Baraga Township, $13,067.68

Village of Baraga, $10,045.85

L’Anse Area Schools, $19,491.96

L’Anse Township, $2,197.11

Village of L’Anse, $1,608.41

Distributions totaling $161,435.40 were made in Marquette County from

the Ojibwa II Casino as follows for the same period:

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City of Marquette/NMU CNAS Service Learning Project, $10,000.00

City of Marquette/Great Lakes Recovery Center-Youth Prg. Trans

$10,000.00

 City of Marquette/Women’s Center Crisis Intervention Services,

$5,000.00

 City of Marquette/Fire Department—500 smoke detectors, $7,500.00

 City of Marquette/NMU NASA—motivational speaker, $5,000.00

 City of Marquette/Beacon House—renovations, $5,000.00

 City of Marquette/Lake Superior Hospice, $4,200.00

 Marquette County/AMCAB—Meals on Wheels, $5,000.00

 Marquette County/Ishpeming Carnegie Library—Handicap Access,

$5,000.00

 Marquette County/Aging Services Retired and Senior Volunteers,

$5,000.00

 Marquette County/Juvenile Treatment Court Program, $3,600.00

 Chocolay Township/Fire Dept, Police Dept, Public Works Dept.

$51,135.40

 Marquette Charter Twp Board of Trustees/North Star Academy,

$3,000.00

 Forsyth Township—Police Patrol Car, $17,000.00

 Forsyth Township/Michigan State Police UPSET in Gwinn—Roof,

$25,000.00

Eight percent (8%) payments were made to the Michigan Economic

Development Corporation in May for each casino. The Ojibwa Casino

amount was $471,619.72 and the Ojibwa Casino II paid was $645,741.57.

The next cycle of awards will be made in November. Local units of

government within Baraga or Marquette Counties may apply. Requests

must be made in writing before September 30, 2013.

Public Weed Pulling at Ojibwa Recreation Area (Sand Point), Baraga, – July 22nd thru July 26th

Keweenaw Bay Tribal Natural Resource Department will be manually removing Spotted Knapweed, an invasive plant species found on sandy roadsides and beaches, from the Ojibwa Recreation Area during the week of July 22nd. A central work station will be set up near our beautiful Native Plants

Garden site located next to the Beach walking trails. Please bring work gloves; we’ll supply the tools, drinking water and snacks. We will start daily at 9

am and end at 4 pm, work will be cancelled if there is rain. Email questions to Evelyn Ravindran, eravindran@kbic-nsn.gov or Karen Andersen,

kandersen@kbic-nsn.gov. Miigwech!

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2013 ANN MISEGAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

The KBIC Education Department announces the availability of the 2013 Ann Misegan Memorial Scholarship applications. The scholarship amount is $1,000, twice a year for

up to six years, and will be awarded to a new student each

fall. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

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Enrolled Tribal member

Attending an accredited college/university

Enrolled as a full-time student

Pursuing a degree in a Health Care field

Resident of Baraga or Marquette County

Eligible students must complete an application, submit an

essay detailing their interest in their chosen health field, and

submit a copy of their official transcripts (high school or college).

For more information and to request an application, contact Amy St. Arnold, Education Director at 906-353-6623,

ext. 4117 or at amy@KBIC-nsn.gov. The application deadline is August 2, 2013, at 4 p.m.

DRUG CONVICTION REPORT

In a continuous effort to reduce the illegal use of controlled substances in our community, the Drug Task

Force has requested the publication of pertinent information regarding any convictions of the Controlled

Substances section of the KBIC Tribal Code §3.1706.

The Tribal Court has agreed to comply with the Drug

Task Force’s request and will publish a Drug Conviction Report on a routine basis.

Anthony Veker, Jr., case #13-190, controlled substance (possession – marijuana) – 1st offense

Sentencing on 06/10/2013 to:

1. $150 Fine.

2. Ninety days jail with 80 days suspended pending completion of all the terms of

probation. Defendant is to serve nine days on GPS tether. Credit for one day

served. Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of lodging/tether and

any expenses incurred while incarcerated.

3. Defendant must successfully complete substance abuse screening within 30

days of today’s date and follow all the recommendations until successfully completed. Must sign a release of information for the Court.

4. Three to six months drug and alcohol restricted probation with the $10 monthly

fee. Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of drug and PBT testing, if

any.

Manitoubani Wandahsega, case #13-172, controlled substance (possession

– methadone) – 1st offense

Sentencing on 05/24/2013 to:

1. $500 fine.

2. Ninety days jail, credit for 10 days served, 80 days suspended pending successful completion of all terms of probation. Defendant is financially responsible for

the costs of lodging and any expenses incurred while incarcerated.

3. Defendant must obtain a new substance abuse screening and follow the recommendations of the screening until successfully discharged.

4. Six to twelve months alcohol and drug restricted probation with a $10 monthly

probation fee. Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of drug and PBT

testing, if any. Defendant must report every 30 days to the probation office and

must pay on his fines or a warrant will be requested by the probation office.

Manitoubani Wandahsega, case #13-173, controlled substance (use –

methadone, amphetamines, marijuana) – 2nd offense

Sentencing on 05/24/2013 to:

1. $500 fine.

2. Ninety days jail, credit for four days served, 16 days to be served immediately

(consecutive to days served in case #11-125, #13-156, #13-175), 70 days suspended pending successful completion of all terms of probation. Defendant is

financially responsible for the costs of lodging and any expenses incurred while

incarcerated.

3. Defendant must obtain a new substance abuse screening and follow the recommendations of the screening until successfully discharged.

4. Six to twelve months alcohol and drug restricted probation with a $10 monthly

probation fee. Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of drug and PBT

testing, if any. Defendant must report every 30 days to the probation office and

must pay on his fines or a warrant will be requested by the probation office.

Chelsea Seymour, case #13-147, controlled substance (use – marijuana) – 1st

offense

Sentencing on 05/09/2013 to:

1. $150 Fine.

2. Ninety days jail, 80 days suspended pending successful completion of all the

terms of probation. Serve 20 days on a GPS tether in lieu of 10 days jail. Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of lodging/tether.

3. Six to nine months standard alcohol and drug restricted probation with the $10

monthly fee. Defendant is financially responsible for the cost of PBT and drug

testing.

Angela Potts, case #09-273, controlled substance (sale – marijuana) – 2nd

offense

Sentencing on 05/07/2013 to:

1. $1000 Fine.

2. One hundred-eighty days jail, 90 days suspended pending successful completion of all the terms of probation, credit for 45 days served, 45 days to be served

immediately. Defendant is responsible for the costs of lodging and any other

expenses incurred while incarcerated.

3. Twelve to 18 months standard drug and alcohol restricted probation with the $10

monthly fee.

4. Must obtain a substance abuse assessment and follow all the recommendations

until successfully completed.

5. Must obtain or maintain a job, or perform job searching weekly. Must submit

proof to the Probation Officer.

Bryan Van Dyke, case #12-089, controlled substance (possession – marijuana

and amphetamines) – 1st offense

Sentencing on 04/29/2013 to:

1. $500 fine.

2. One hundred-eighty days jail, 145 days suspended, credit for 35 days served.

Defendant is financially responsible for the cost of lodging and any expenses incurred while incarcerated.

3. Twelve to 18 months of alcohol and drug restricted probation with a $10 monthly

probation fee. Defendant is to report daily until probation officer deems otherwise.

Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of PBT and drug testing.

4. Defendant is to obtain a substance abuse screening and is to follow the recommendations until successfully completed.

Bradley Berry, case #13-118, controlled substance (possession – oxycodone) –

1st offense

Sentencing on 04/22/2013 to:

1. $500 Fine.

2. One hundred-eighty days jail, 150 days suspended pending successful completion

of all the terms of probation. Credit for 30 days served. As of today, the Defendant remains incarcerated until can be released directly to inpatient treatment.

Defendant is financially responsible for the costs of lodging, and any other costs

incurred while incarcerated.

3. Defendant must successfully complete substance abuse screening and follow all

the recommendations until completed.

4. Defendant must complete High School Diploma or G.E.D.

5. Defendant is sentenced to the Healing to Wellness Court (Drug Court) and must

successfully complete.

Heather Asher, case #13-130, controlled substance (use – amphetamines) – 1st

offense

Sentencing on 04/11/2013 to:

1. One hundred-eighty days jail.

2. Sentenced to Healing to Wellness Court.

Heather Asher, case #13-131, controlled substance (use – vicodin) – 2nd offense

Sentencing on 04/11/2013 to:

1. One hundred-eighty days jail.

2. Sentenced to Healing to Wellness Court.

Troy Roberts, case #12-250, controlled substance (possession – morphine) –

2nd offense

Sentencing on 04/11/2013 to:

1. $1500 Fine.

2. One hundred-eighty days jail, credit for 90 days served, 90 days suspended pending successful completion of Healing to Wellness Court. Defendant is financially

responsible for the costs of lodging, PBT's and random drug testing, if any.

3. Sentenced to Healing to Wellness Court.

Teresa Loonsfoot, case #12-246, controlled substance (use – marijuana) – 1st

offense

Sentencing on 12/20/2012 to:

1. $200 Fine.

2. Ninety days jail, credit for 23 days served, 67 days suspended upon successful

completion of all aspects of probation. Defendant is financially responsible for any

and all costs associated with lodging.

3. Probation for six to 12 months, alcohol and drug restricted with random drug and

alcohol testing and a $10 per month fee. Defendant is financially responsible for

the costs of PBT and drug testing.

4. Must obtain a substance abuse screening within 30 days and follow all recommendations until successfully completed.

5. Defendant must complete her G.E.D or obtain employment and must provide the

Probation Officer with proof of either.

LEGAL AID CLINIC

A legal aid clinic will be available to Tribal members on Thursday, August 8, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the downstairs conference room of the Tribal Center. The clinic is provided by Michigan Indian Legal Services, for questions call 1800-968-6877.

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Catholic Community of

Baraga County

KEWEENAW BAY INDIAN COMMUNITY

OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT

SERVICES

Holy Name of Jesus

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha

427 N. Superior Ave. • Baraga, MI 49908

In Tribal Court Building

Pastor

Father John Longbucco

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

• Email: ocss@kbic-nsn.gov

“Your Children…Our Priority”

Confessions: Sunday before Mass

Sunday Mass 12:00 p.m.

353-6565

saintann@up.net

To place an ad, submit an article, or relate information or ideas on possible articles contact:

Lauri Denomie at (906) 201-0263, or e-mail

newsletter@kbic-nsn.gov.

We provide the following services:

 Establishment, Enforcement and

Modification of Child Support Orders

 Location of Custodial and

Non-Custodial Parents

 Paternity Establishment

 Community Education

tp://www.kbic-nsn.gov/html/ocss.htm

L’Anse/Baraga Community Schools Graduates:

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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 STARDARD

Photo by Lauri Denomie.

Barbie Byykkonen is the daughter of

Peggy Swartz and Jim Byykkonen. While in

high school she played percussion for the

Baraga High School Band. She loved Spirit

Week and Homecoming. She also played

basketball. She has worked for the Summer

Youth Program for several years and her

favorite job was as a Child Care aide. Her

hobbies include Facebook, music, swimming, fishing, babysitting, and singing. Her

future plans include attending Keweenaw

Bay Ojibwa Community College this fall majoring in Early Childhood Education.

Desmond DeCota is the son of Lynn

Velmer and Mike DeCota. He enjoys playing basketball and football and also likes

fishing. He has been employed by the Summer Youth Program. His future plans include

seeking employment, and he is also considering attending college.

The Education Department is pleased to announce the following fifteen KBIC college

graduates for the 2012-13 academic year:

Joshua Beaudrey, Northern Michigan University, Electrical Linesman, Certificate

Karen Andersen, Ojibwa Community College, Environmental Science, A.A.

Jennie Haataja, Northern Michigan University, Clinical Lab Science, A.A.

DeAnna Hadden, Ojibwa Community College, Environmental Science, A.A.

Gary Loonsfoot, Sr., Ojibwa Community College, Liberal Studies, A.A.

Cody Monville, Northwestern Michigan College, Liberal Studies, A.A.

Elizabeth Sherman, Gogebic Community College, Accounting, A.A.

Gerald Jondreau, Michigan Technological University, Forestry, B.S.

Marja Kemppainen, The University of Iowa, Design, B.A.

Gerald Kirkish, Northern Michigan University, Electronic Journalism, B.S.

Michelle Maki, Finlandia University, Nursing, B.S.N.

Debra Parrish, Northern Michigan University, Art & Design, B.F.A.

Alexander Tilson, Northern Michigan University, Electronic Imaging, B.A.

Jennifer Westman, Northern Michigan University, Community Health Education, B.S.

Dan MacNeil, Wayne State University, Law, J.D.

Congratulations to all of our graduates. We are very proud of you and your accomplishments!