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Nawah, from President
Marshall Gover
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Pawnee Code Talkers
Honored by
U.S. Congress
Pages 12, 13, 14
Pawnee Nation Veterans
Day Dance Honors
Service Men and Women
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Pawnee Nation Featured
on KUSH and MTUL
Radio Programs
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Nawah Pawnee Tribal Members!
Nawah,
Pawnee Tribal Members,
It comes time, this time
of the year when we look to
the holidays and it’s been
an exciting year and all the
things that have happened
this last quarter with seeing
the Tribal Roundhouse completed and had the Veterans
Dance. It’s always exciting
for the Veterans Dance to
see all of our veterans young
and old to get out and dance
and honor our veterans, the
ones who give us the right
to enjoy the freedoms that
we have today; we had a
very memorable and enjoyable Veterans Dance. On the
20 of November we traveled to Washington, D.C. where the Code Talkers from 32 different tribes were honored, Class
II Code Talkers and we were among one of those tribes having nine Pawnee Code Talkers that
were honored. It was a very emotional time to be there. The Navajo’s have been recognized many
times for their Code Talkers and now the class known now as Class II Code Talkers has been honored and it has been 67 years after the end of World War II but they have finally been honored.
I have been honored in a way that it’s hard to describe to receive a Gold Medal on behalf of those men and on behalf of the Pawnee Nation and then each one of
their family chose one member of the family to receive a Silver Medal in their honor.
The main regret I have is that none of those men were there to receive that medal for
themselves. Those men did a service for their country and for the Pawnee Nation that can’t
ever be described because of the lives that were saved with the code that could never be broken; it was to their honor and their glory that a Silver Medal was bestowed upon their family. It wasn’t anything that the family did or the Pawnee Nation did; it’s what those men did.
Some of those men went to their graves with that secret of what they have done; others talked very
little about it. But it was a very moving and emotional time for our men to be honored; Frank Davis,
Brummett Echo Hawk, Grant Gover, Phillip Gover, Enoch Jim, Chauncey Matlock, Harold Morgan,
Floyd Rice and Henry Stoneroad, Sr. They did something to help bring that war to an end, if it weren’t
for those men and men like them from the other tribes, who knows how long that war would of gone on.
This is the time of the year where we always look to our holidays, our Thanksgiving, our Christmas, our New Year’s; I pray and hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving, that your football teams won, that you got all the favorite parts of the turkey you
wanted and enjoyed yourself. Now the next holiday is Christmas; the meaning of Christmas we should never lose sight of, being the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
It’s always so enjoyable being Pawnee at Christmas time with the different doings that go
on. Christmas day dance, people go and eat and enjoy themselves and dance and get to see all
their loved ones that come home and the little gift exchanges and just has a good time. We have
a way of enjoying ourselves that it’s not found any place else but here and when your Pawnee
it’s good to be home at Christmas time; from Christmas to New Years we have hand games. I
am hoping that everybody enjoys their Christmas, that we all realize that it is the birth of our
Lord and Savior Jesus Christ that we honor that and that we go into the New Year with Thanksgiving and the good Lord will bless each and every one of the members of the Pawnee Nation.
That’s my prayer for you in the coming year that you have a very prosperous and glorious New Year for all the members of the greatest Nation of the face of this earth.
Pawnee Business
Council
President
Marshall Gover
Vice President
Bruce Pratt
Secretary
Phammie N. Littlesun
Treasurer
Misty M. Nuttle
Council Seat 1
Richard Tilden
Council Seat 2
Karla Knife Chief
Council Seat 3
Adrian Spottedhorsechief
Council Seat 4
Liana Chapman Teter
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may be reprinted without written authorization
of the Pawnee Business Council, the Executive
Office and/or the Communications Office.
Designed and produced by Toni Hill,
Pawnee Nation
Communications Manager.
Cover Photo: Pawnee
Business Council President
Marshall Gover holds the
Congressional Gold Medal
presented to the
Pawnee Nation of
Oklahoma.
Article and photos on
pages 12-14.
Photo by
Muriel Robedeaux
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Winter 2014
Education
Free General Educational Development (GED) classes have resumed.
For more information, call the Pawnee Nation College at (918) 7623363.
Pawnee Tribal Court
Court will be held the first Wednesday of each month. For more information, call (918) 762-3649.
The Pawnee Arts Center
The Pawnee Arts Center offers events that promote the Native America
Substance Abuse Program (SAP)
Every Wednesday of the month, the SAP support group meets from 7 - 8 culture and history. The Pawnee Arts Center is located on 106 South Mill
Street in Dannebrog, Neb. The Center is open year round at 4 p.m. evp.m. in the SAP building. For details, call ( 918) 762-2153.
ery Thursday and by appointment. For more information, contact Gale
Pemberton at (308) 226-8286 or at gale1938@live.com or visit www.
Pawnee Business Council Meetings 2014
Jan. 8 and 22; Feb. 12 and 26; March 12 and 26. PBC Meetings are held thepawneeartscenter.org.
at the Roam Chief Event Center. Prayer Breakfasts will be held Jan.
Visit www.pawneenation.org for additional information about the
8, Feb. 12 and March 12 at 7:30 a.m. at the Roam Chief Event Center.
Pawnee Tribe and upcoming events. For information about Pawnee
Dates subject to change. For more information, call (918) 762-3621.
Nation College, visit www.pawneenationcollege.org.
Tribal Development Corporation
Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma - (918) 762-3621
PTDC meetings held Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Corporate Office
Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation - (918) 762-4832
Conference Room located on the second floor of the Health and ComIndian Health Services - (918) 762-2517
munity Services building. Community members welcome. For more
Pawnee Nation College - (918) 762-3343
information, call (918) 762-4832.
Pawnee Nation Featured on KUSH and MTUL Radio Programs
By Toni Hill
Communications Manager
Photo by Toni Hill
Urban
League
president, host the
KUSH and MTUL
shows respectfully.
Radio
spots
feature
Tribal
citizen Herb Adson
performing
the Pawnee Nation Flag Song
and Prayer Song.
Other topics include
ongoing
activities and services provided by
PN as well as tips
on healthy living,
community outDeb Echo-Hawk, director of Pawnee Nation’s Division of
reach opportunities
Health and Community Services, discusses Native American
and safety updates.
Heritage Month with KUSH host Molly Payne.
During
the
past
quarter,
The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma (PN) will be featured monthly Chelsie Baldwin, PN Violence
on the “KUSH Team in the Morn- Against Women (VAW) coordiing” show syndicated by KUSH nator, discussed the harmful efRadio, (www.1600kush.com), and fects of domestic violence and
on the Metropolitan Tulsa Urban options for individuals exposed.
The VAW Program encompasses
League (MTUL) Radio Talk Show
prevention,
awareness, victim safety
at THETOUCH1050 am, “The
and
offender
accountability. Please
Best Variety of Hits and Oldies.”
see
page
9
of
this issue for a recap
Molly Payne, “KUSH Team in
of
the
second
annual Six Nations
the Morning” producer, and MarWalk
Against
Domestic
Violence.
quetta Finley, Metropolitan Tulsa
Additionally, Crystal McNeill, tor, joined the staff and discussed
PN Diabetes Program coordinator, benefits offered through the Eduprovided vital diabetes prevention cation Department including ontips while discussing the services of- going educational opportunities.
fered through the Diabetes Program Please see page 8 of this publicato Native Americans diagnosed tion for additional information.
with diabetes who reside within
Previous KUSH spots highthe service area. Communities in- lighted Pawnee Business Counclude Blackburn, Cleveland, Hal- cil President Marshall Gover
let, Jennings, Lone Chimney, Mara- who discussed the historical
mec, Pawnee, Quay, Shady Grove, and cultural significance beSkedee, Terlton, Westport, Ralston hind the ceremonial PN dances.
and Yale. Prevention materials and
Additionally, PN Nasharo Head
programs are open to everyone. Chief Warren Pratt, Jr. educated lisOther radio personalities fea- teners about the Pawnee Language
tured included Barbara Attock- classes offered both at Pawnee Nation
nie, PN Substance Abuse Program College and Pawnee Public Schools.
(SAP)
coordinator, and Mike
For more information on the
Ortiz, SAP counselor. Attock- radio spots and/or upcoming acnie and Ortiz highlighted pro- tivities and program services, visit
gram services offered through the www.pawneenation.org or contact
SAP and the PN Fitness Center. the Pawnee Nation CommunicaOther guests included Helen tions Office at (918) 762-3621.
Norris from the
Osage/Pawnee
CASA - (918) 762-3776
CASA Program who
PN Diabetes Program - (918) 762-4045
mentioned the critiPawnee Public Schools – (918) 762-3676
cal need for both
Pawnee Nation College – (918) 762-3343
CASA
volunteers
Substance Abuse Program (918) 762-2153
and foster homes.
Violence Against Women - (918) 285-1321
R e b e k a h
PN Education Department -(918) 762-3227
Horsechief,
PN
Education
direc-
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pawnee nation tribal Community
Tribal Member Highlight - Tricia Alexander
Interview by Toni Hill
Communications Manager
Photo by Emil Her Many Horses
the Tulsa Indian Art Festival this year
(2013),
the
2012 Mvskoke
Film Festival
Awards Banquet and the
2013 Red Fork
Film Festival.
My daughter and I were
also invited to
the 2013 annual Smithsonian's National
Museum
of
Tricia Alexander prepare a mouth-watering dish using her self-taught cooking skills.
the
American
Indian
How long have you been in- oldest daughter Serena has
for their Livvolved in this hobby? Why helped me since she was ing
Earth
Festival.
is it a passion for you? I just a very young girl. She
We did food demonhave always enjoyed cook- is a very good cook and very strations, food tasting and
ing ever since I was a little knowledgeable in tradition- prepared the meal on the
girl. I started making money al foods for a 16 year old. final day for the direcoff of my own cooking in
tors, artists, volunteers
2002. That's when I start- What are some honors and professional chefs.
ed selling my meat pies to that you have received? I
These have been our
people outside of my family. appreciate compliments and biggest events this year.
Cooking is a passion for I am pleased when people But we stay busy about
me because I enjoy it, it's tell me that my food re- every weekend with wedhow I show my love and minds them of their grand- dings, showers, meetings,
I always try to do my best mother's or mother's dishes. family events, fund raisers
and want others to enjoy
I was most honored to and cultural presentations.
the fruits of my labor. My be selected as the cook for
Do you have any formal
training? No, I've never
been to culinary school. I
went to college and earned
associate degrees in Native
American Studies, Tribal
Services and Elementary Education. I have always wanted to go to culinary school,
but don't have the time.
What are some of your
future goals? I would like
to have a small restaurant.
Right now I do most everything from my kitchen.
What was the selection process for the Smithsonian’s
National Museum of the
American Indian event?
We were contacted by the
director who had heard of
us and our dishes. They
explained what was needed
and asked us to prepare our
three favorite selections for
over 1,500 people. Although
my meat pies are what I am
most proud of, we decided it
would take too long. So we
chose corn soup with beef,
spirit soup (my version of
buffalo or venison stew) and
grape dumplings. On the last
day we were asked to prepare our buffalo chili, fry
bread and grape dumplings.
What did you do to prepare for the Smithsonian’s
National Museum of the
American Indian festival?
We prepared by working
as consultants on needed
supplies. When we arrived
we only had to organize
and create. Everything I requested was ready and waiting for us to get started. It
was like cooking at camp.
We felt very comfortable
and they were very nice and
welcoming. This was just a
one time event, but they did
express that they would like
to have us back next year.
Editor’s Note: For more
information about the National Museum of the American Indian, visit http://nmai.
si.edu/home/. For more information about the 2012
Mvskoke Film Festival, visit
https://www.facebook.com/
events/104474576365085/.
Please visit http://www.
tulsaindianartfestival.com/
for more information about
the Tulsa Indian Art Festival.
My name is Shannon Jones and
am the daughter of Terry Toahty, the
granddaughter of Ralph and Juanita
Toahty and great niece of Roy Taylor.
I graduated with my master's degree in Social Work on Dec. 13, 2013
from West Texas A&M University located in Canyon, Texas.
I received my bachelor’s in Social
Work from Kansas University in 1998
and my associates from Haskell Indian Nations University in 1996.
Photo by Tricia Alexander
Submitted photo
Academic Congratulations
Tricia Alexander (R) poses with her oldest daughter Serena (L).
Tricia took the photo herself revealing hidden photography talents.
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pawnee nation tribal Community
Tribal Member Highlight - Ramona Horsechief
Submitted by Ramona Horsechief
Contributing Writer
Photo by Ellis Horsechief
which consists of fry
bread, vanilla pudding,
peaches, strawberries,
whipped cream and
caramelized
pecans.
The competition entries were reduced to the
top three dishes which
scored the highest after
two rounds of judging
and one celebrity round
of judging from area
high-profiled figures including Osage Nation
Principal Chief John
Red Eagle, Miss Indian
Oklahoma Robynn Rulo
(Osage) and Tulsa News
Ramona Horsechief (middle) poses with Muscogee (Creek) Nation Chief
on
6 Anchor Craig Day.
George Tiger and first lady Frances Tiger. In addition to the trophy, Horsechief also
Throughout
the day
won $1000 at the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Indian Fall Festival held Nov. 2, 2013.
while the competition is
Indian taco dishes made
Horsechief also used happening, contestants are
by Pawnee and Osage cooks fresh local market greens, selling their Indian tacos
scored the highest and diced
tomatoes,
cilan- and miscellaneous items.
took the top honors – and tro, cheese, sour cream, This is a fun and hectic day.
Horsechief
explains
a year’s worth of bragging and finally topped with
“I
stay
covered
in
flour
rights in the 2013 National her homemade specialty
all
day
and
I
don’t
think
I
Indian Taco Champion- chipotle-jalapeno
salsa.
ever
stopped
cooking
fry
ship competition held Oct.
This is the second time
5, 2013 in Pawhuska, Okla. in four years that Horsechief bread until the competiMonie Horsechief (Paw- has won first place for her tion was over and I was
nee/Cherokee) took first Pawnee Indian taco entrée. announced as the winner.”
Horsechief explains that
place for her Pawnee style Horsechief started comeven
when her line at her
Indian taco dish which con- peting in this competition
concession
grew longer once
sisted of nice golden-brown in 2007 placing in second
she
was
announced
the chamfluffy fry bread, buffalo, place in 2008, first in 2009
pion,
she
stayed
extra
late
ground beef and her own and third place in 2010.
to
accommodate
customers
homemade sausage with
Horsechief’s sister, Lisa
specialty seasonings such Pahsetopah (Pawnee/ Cher- with a winning Indian taco.
Horsechief is often
as onions, garlic, cumin, to- okee) also operated a stand
asked
how do you make
mato paste, Worcestershire selling her 2009 national
your
fry
bread so good?
sauce and chipotle peppers. champion fry bread dessert
The answer is lots of love
while handling the dough.
The key is not working
your fry bread dough too
much or it will become hard.
“I take my time while
mixing my dough, I usually
mix about 25 - 30 pounds at
a time and treat it gently.”
This was taught to her
by her Ucca Effie Osborne.
Horsechief
remembers
watching her mix her dough
slowly and patting out her
dough softly and finally
cooking it over the open
fire - precious memories.
Horsechief has a background culinary experience
of 18 years of working at the
Cooking School of Tulsa,
along with many restaurants.
Horsechief’s goal is to give
more ideas about healthy
Native American cooking,
she specializes in sugarfree baking, whole wheat
top bread, gluten free fry
bread and other healthy and
creative choices for Native
Americans that taste good.
Horsechief’s
primary
goal is to please the customer to their needs of their
taste buds. Horsechief continues to give all her praise
to the Lord stating that
“God has given me some
special skills and talents of
cooking and creativity!”
She has used this to supplement income to her small
family. Her future plans are
to build up her catering business and has an important
contract pending with a wellknown television station.
Horsechief also won
the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Indian Fall Festival
Fry bread Champion Cook
Off held Nov.
2, 2013
at the Jenks Riverwalk.
The event was organized
by Mollie Moore, marketing
director. The grand prize
was $1,000 plus a wonderful trophy. Chief George
Tiger and first lady Frances Tiger were on hand
to present the trophy and
winnings to Horsechief.
Horsechief has also
done
television
cooking
demonstrations
throughout
Oklahoma.
As far as winning the
competition,
Horsechief
states she plans on spending the winnings on her
family;
husband,
Ellis; sons, John, and Caleb and daughter, Vada.
Horsechief’s husband,
Ellis continues with his
ministry of Christian praise
and worship original music and is currently working on his second recording.
Horsechief
may
be reached via Facebook
or
at
ramona.
horsechief@yahoo.com.
Family/Lover’s Fondue Treat
12 ounces chopped bittersweet stirring.
chocolate
Stir in cream until mixture
2/3 sour cream
reaches desired thickness; just
½ to 1 cup heavy cream
thick enough to coat and cling to
fruit. Keep warm over low heat.
Directions:
Serve with variety of fruit or
In a fondue pot over low heat, pound cake.
melt chocolate with sour cream,
Serving suggest: Offer a selection of skewered, sliced fruit,
especially strawberries, finger
bananas, cherries, pineapple
chunks, large marshmallows
and cubes of pound cake for
dipping.
Submitted photo
Submitted by Ramona Horsechief
Contributing Writer
Chaticks si Chaticks - Winter 2014
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Pawnee nation tribal Community
NCAI Conference Held in Tulsa
their governments and when necessary, change adverse policy.
During the week long convention, participants could witness Native American government in action
and hear about all the issues that
surround tribal communities across
the country. For example, fishing in
the Northwest, gaming in Michigan
and the Violence Against Women
Act being challenged in Oklahoma
at the time of the convention. Sovereignty and economic development were major themes through-
out the convention
and dealing with
the effects of the
financial crises for
Native American
tribes. There were
many speakers on
the agenda from
high level positions in Washington, D.C. who had
to cancel due to
the sequestration
but it really didn’t
seem to affect the purpose of the
convention.
Tribal
leaders from the Pawnee Nation received the latest updates on tribal sovereignty
issues and because this was
an election year, two of our
Tribal Council members parPhoto by Laura Melton
The National Congress of
American Indians (NCAI) Conference was held in Tulsa, Okla. at the
Cox Convention Center on Oct. 13
– 18, 2013. Pawnee Nation representatives were joined by a majority of the Native American tribes
across the country.
The NCAI is powerful political
group with thousands of members
who collectively advocate, support and protect tribal sovereignty
and express their position on issues
and legislation that affect tribes and
Photo by Laura Melton
By Laura Melton
Grants and Contracts Director
ticipated in that vote.
This was the 70th year of the
NCAI.
A Healthy Life Styles walk
from the convention center to the
Muskogee-Creek Council Oak Tree
was also offered.
(Top Right) Pawnee Business Council Representative Phammie Littlesun poses with
Chubby Checker., a 1960’s singer/songwriter who popularized the song, “The Twist.”
(Bottom, L to R) Walthena Lawrence, and her sister Pawnee Business Council Representative Liana Teeter join Chubby Checker in conversation.
PAWNEE NATION PROGRAM AND SERVICES
Pawnee Nation Department of Environmental Conservation and Safety
Photo by Toni Hill
Submitted by the Department of Environmental Conservation and Safety
Ranger Kelton Kersey, Environmental Specialist Darrel Banning and Division Director and Ranger Monty Matlock stand ready to serve the Pawnee Nation community.
The Pawnee Nation Department of
Environmental Conservation and Safety (DECS) was established in 1997
by the Pawnee Nation Environmental
Regulatory Act (Title 10, Law and Order Code) and has continued to develop specific environmental and conservation management programs.
Program initiatives being developed under this reporting period include Water Quality (point source and
nonpoint source pollution), Emergency
Management, Safe Drinking Water,
Fish and Wildlife Management, Solid
Waste, Oil and Gas and other Natural
Resource Management programs.
The DECS is currently receiving
financial assistance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the
Pawnee Nation. Technical assistance
is provided by the following federal
and state agencies: The U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land
Management, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the U.S. Geological Service, the
Oklahoma Water Resources Board, the
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, the Natural Resource
Conservation Service and the Oklahoma Conservation Commission.
The staff consists of Division Director and Ranger Monty Matlock,
Ranger Kelton Kersey and Environmental Specialist Darrel Banning.
For more information, visit the
Pawnee Nation website, www.pawneenation.org, or call (918) 762-3655.
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PAWNEE NATION PROGRAM AND SERVICES
Pawnee Nation Indian Child Welfare Program
By Joanna Flanders
ICW Coordinator
The purpose of the Pawnee Nation Indian Child
Welfare (ICW) Program is
to provide services to families and children that are
enrolled Tribal members of
the Pawnee Nation, by preventing the breakup of the
family in crisis situations.
Services provided include preventative casework/intervention,
family reunification, adoption
and
permanent
placement,
counseling/referral services and advocacy/
monitoring court cases in
tribal and state systems.
ICW also recruits and
certifies Indian homes to
serve as foster care placements for tribal children
removed from their homes
due to neglect or abuse.
The Preserving Safe
and Stable Families pro-
gram provides comprehensive support services
to families identified as "at
risk" to ensure the safety
of our Pawnee children
as well as family unity.
Services offered include, but are not limited
to, counseling, resource/
referral, direct assistance,
advocacy in court proceedings involving child custody issues and adoption.
For
more
information, contact Joanna Flanders,
Pawnee
Indian
Child Welfare coordinator, at (918) 762-3873.
Foster Care Parents and CASA Volunteers Needed
Homes are needed for children of all ages, from birth to
17, and for all lengths of time,
from a few days to a few years.
Another great way to get in-
volved and help kids is through
the Pawnee Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program.
CASA volunteers are individuals who receive training to
For more information about
be advocates for kids involved
in the child welfare system. becoming a foster parent, conFor more information about the tact the Indian Chid Welfare
(918) 762-3873.
Pawnee CASA Program, contact program at
Helen Norris at (918) 762-3776.
Pawnee Nation Special Diabetes Program
The Pawnee Nation Special Diabetes Program Provides services to Native Americans who
are diagnosed with diabetes and who have a Certified Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) card and
live in the Pawnee area.
The service area includes the cities and townships of; Blackburn, Cleveland, Hallet, Jennings, Lone Chimney, Maramec, Pawnee, Quay,
Shady Grove, Skedee, Terlton, Westport, Ralston
and Yale.
Prevention materials and programs are open
to all individuals.
Services available at this time encompass
diabetic recipes and meal planning (approved by
the American Diabetes Association) and Health
for Native Life and Diabetes Positive Magazines
( published by Indian
Health Services).
Health screenings offered include blood pressure, blood sugar and
weight management.
Diabetes awareness
support groups include
nutrition guidance and
walking teams.
Applications can be
completed in the Diabetes office located in the
Health and Community
Services Center at 400
Agency Road. For assistance, call (918) 762-4045.
Photo by Toni Hill
By Crystal McNeill
Diabetes Coordinator
Valerie Crawford, R.N., (L) checks Crystal McNeill’s blood sugar level during the free foot
and dental screenings, nutrition consultation, blood pressure and sugar screenings offered on Nov. 20, 2013 at Title VI.
Chaticks si Chaticks
The deadline for the Spring 2014 Chaticks si Chaticks is March 3, 2014. This issue will cover events and news for the months of January,
February and March 2014.
The Chaticks si Chaticks, is mailed to enrolled members of the Pawnee Nation, one per household or address, free of charge. In the interest of “Going Green,” a fee of $2 per copy will be charged for newsletters mailed to non-tribal members. Copies may be printed off the
website, www.pawneenation.org for free.
The Chaticks si Chaticks is distributed to Tribal Members, state-wide media sources, multiple businesses and various organizations. Advertising potential is further increased due to the placement of each issue on the Pawnee Nation website. For rates, visit www.pawneenation.
org, select the “News” page option and click the “Media” tab and then the “Advertising Rates” link located in the lower part of the page.
For more information, call (918) 762-3621 or e-mail requests to communications@pawneenation.org.
For address changes, please contact the Enrollment Department at (918) 762-3624.
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PAWNEE NATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Pawnee Nation Education Department Advances Opportunities
Submitted by Rebekah Horsechief
tion Act, Public Law 102477, referred to as “477″.
The current 477 programs of
the Pawnee Nation include;
workforce development for
adults and youth, funded
by the U.S. Department of
Labor; higher education,
funded in part by the Bureau
of Indian Affairs, adult vocational training and JOM.
The goal of PL102-477 is
“to consolidate its federally
funded employment, training, and related services into
a single integrated program:
to improve the effectiveness
of the services; to reduce
joblessness in Indian communities and to meet triballydetermined goals consistent
with the policy of self-determi-
Photo by Toni Hill
Education Division Director
Pawnee Nation employees and Tribal members show off their moccasins during “Rock your Mocs”
day sponsored by the Pawnee Nation Education Department to celebrate November as Native American Heritage Month.
Nawah! The Pawnee Nation
Education Division offers educational training programs sponsored
by tribal and federal funds. The
federal programs include classroom
training, summer youth, supportive
services, career services, work experience and Johnson O’Malley
(JOM). The tribal programs include
graduate higher education scholar-
ships and youth outreach projects.
The federal programs are open to
all eligible Native Americans residing within Pawnee County. The
tribal programs are offered to Pawnee Tribal members located on and
off the Reserve. The federal portion of the program is funded by
the Indian Employment, Training,
and Related Services Demonstra-
nation.”
Please visit www.pawneenation.org to download the Pawnee
Nation higher education, undergraduate and graduate scholarship
applications. Please note, supporting documents to the undergraduate and graduate application may
be submitted separately, however,
all required paperwork must be in
our office by the spring deadline of
Dec. 31, 2013. Faxes are acceptable although e-mail attachments
are preferred. Incomplete or late
applications will not be accepted
for funding consideration. Please
be advised that funding is limited.
For more information, contact
Rebekah Horsechief, Education Division director at (918)762-3227,
fax (918) 762-3662 or e-mail scholarship@pawneenation.org.
VISA Gift Card
Now accepting applications for spring semester. Enrolled Pawnee
members grades K-12 may receive assistant with school purchases.
Deadlines, Fall Semester - Dec. 31, 2013
Spring Semester - April 1, 2014
Contact the Education Department at (918) 762-3227
for stipulations and questions.
Pawnee Nation Title VI Program Serves Elders
The purpose of the Title VI PartA Senior Nutritional Meals/Supportive Services and Title VI Part-C
Caregiver Outreach Program is to
promote the delivery of supportive
and nutritional services for Native
American Elders that are comparable to services provided under the
Title III of the Older Americans Act.
The Title VI Program will serve
those with the greatest economic
and social needs that include low
income, frail and impaired elderly
that meet the age requirements of
55 years of age or older.
Also, this includes providing
services for the geographically and
socially isolated elders who reside
within the Pawnee service area. It is
our intent to improve the quality of
life for our elders through fostering
an environment of quality, dignity
and pride. This commitment extends itself through and beyond
the life of the contract. Positive
results will continue to be developed and adequate nutrition will
be maintained for the betterment
of our elderly people.
November marks the 10
-year anniversary with Homeland Nebraska growers under
Ronnie O’Brien (Archway Museum) and Deb Echo-Hawk, Title VI Elderly Meals coordinator,
and Karla Knife Chief, Pawnee
Business Council representative
endeavors to bring back our traditional seed of our Pawnee ancestors.
Thank you Nasharo Coun- The Pawnee Seed Preservation project highlighted during a presentation held on Tuesday, Nov. 19
Title VI. The display includes many of the nine distinct varieties of corn; white, red, blue, Eagle
cil for your guidance and thank at
corn, red stripe, miniature yellow, miniature red, miniature blue and speckled. The Pawnee Seed
you local growers.
Preservation project is maintained by Deb Echo-Hawk, Title VI Elderly Meals coordinator and the
For more information, call Nasharo Council Chiefs. Photo caption: (Left to Right) Jasha Lyons, Title VI volunteer, and Laree Postoak, Title VI head cook, pose with Deb Echo-Hawk.
(918) 762-4042.
Photo by Toni Hill
Submitted by Deb Echo-Hawk
Title VI Elderly Meals Coordinator
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Domestic Violence Awareness
Awareness walk held in memory of slain domestic violence coordinator
Written by LENZY KREHBIEL-BURTON, Native Times
Janett Reyna’s alleged killer, Luis Octavio Frias, is still on the run and Reyna’s three children are still in protective custody with the Oklahoma
Department of Human Services.
PONCA CITY, Okla. – Love should not hurt.
Article reprinted with permission by Native American Times. Article originally published in the Native American Times on Nov. 3, 2013
PHOTO BY LENZY KREHBIEL-BURTON
lifetime, the McIntyre, said. “We would fighting it. I can tell.”
state ranks talk everyday. She was my
A first degree murder
third
na- best friend and my daughter. warrant is still out for Octationally in
“It makes me happy to vio Frias’ arrest and bond is
per capita be here for her, but I wish set at $5,000,000. He stands
deaths due she was here. It breaks my about 5 feet, 11 inches and
to domes- heart. I wish I was walking weighs around 200 pounds.
tic
vio- with her.”
Any one with information
lence. Only
With Reyna’s alleged on his whereabouts is asked
Alaska and killer, Luis Octavio Frias, to call the Oklahoma State
South Caro- still on the run, Reyna’s Bureau of Investigation at
lina
have three children are still in 1-800-522-8017.
higher per protective custody with the
Atocha Maria Beltran
capita rates Oklahoma Department of and Neshia Niemeyer have
of domestic Human Services. McIntyre been charged in Kay Couna b u s e - r e - has had limited visits with ty, Okla., as accessories in
lated homi- her grandchildren, but still connection with Reyna’s
cides.
sees the impact that their death. Beltran has a prelimiThe walk mother’s death has on the nary hearing at 10:30 a.m.
Photo caption: More than 75 men, women and children walked more than a mile Friday
comes
as children.
Tuesday in Newkirk, Okla.
near Ponca City High School as part of he second annual Six Nations Walk Against Domesdomestic
vio“The
middle
one,
Chloe,
“Her (Reyna’s) death
tic Violence. NATIVE TIMES PHOTO BY LENZY KREHBIEL-BURTON, Reprinted with permislence advocates she’s the one who will say makes this issue up close
sion. Photo altered to gray scale to fit the Chaticks si Chaticks layout.
and tribal mem- every now and again ‘My and personal to the point
bers in north- daddy killed my mommy.’ that if I close my eyes, I
Carrying signs to that ef- Tribe, Osage Nation, Paw- central Oklahoma still work
It’s been hard.
think of her and see her picfect, along with enlarged nee Nation, Ponca Tribe and to come to terms with the
“She says ‘My daddy ture in my mind,” Native
photos of victims and purple Tonkawa Tribe, the walk re- death of Janett Reyna, the needs to go to jail,’ and Alliance Against Domestic
helium-filled balloons, more located this year to Pioneer domestic violence program ‘He’s a bad daddy.’ I just lis- Violence Executive Directhan 75 men, women and Park from Standing Bear coordinator for the Ponca ten to her, I don’t respond to tor Dawn Stover said. “Our
children walked more than a Park and Cultural Museum. Tribe. One of the primary those comments. She’ll try work continues because the
mile Friday near Ponca City Ponca City is within the coordinators of last year’s to cheer herself up by acting violence continues.”
High School as part of the jurisdictional areas of the Six Nations Walk, Reyna silly and goofy…but she is
second annual Six Nations Osage Nation and the Pon- was stabbed to death on
Walk Against Domestic Vi- ca Tribe of Oklahoma. The Aug. 8 by her boyfriend in
olence.
other four co-host tribes are front of two of their three Contact information for tribal domestic
“Today we are naming all headquartered within 40 children. Friday’s walk violence programs in north-central Oklahoma
abuse for what it is,” Paw- miles of the Kay County was held in her memory.
nee Nation victims advocate community.
“Last year, when my Osage Nation:866-897-4747
Chelsea Baldwin said. “We
With 49 percent of all daughter became the do- Otoe-Missouria Tribe: 580-723-4466 ext. 132
are here to name and shame Oklahoma women and 40 mestic violence coordina- Pawnee Nation: 855-810-4144
it.”
percent of Oklahoma men tor, she was so happy and Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma: 580-761-3144
Co-sponsored by the Kaw experiencing some form so proud and so excited,” Tonkawa Tribe: 580-628-3619
Nation,
Otoe-Missouria of partner violence in their Reyes’ mother, Patricia
Pawnee Nation Offers Support to Victims of Domestic Violence
By Chelsie Baldwin
Program Manager
The Pawnee Nation
Violence Against Women
(VAW) program encompasses prevention, awareness,
victim safety and offender
accountability.
The VAW program offers confidential support services to victims of domestic
violence, dating violence,
sexual assault and stalking.
The service area consists
of all of Pawnee County regardless of age, economic
status, race, religion or education background although
Pawnee members and Native American women have
priority.
For more information,
contact Chelsie Baldwin,
VAW Program manager, at
(918) 285-1321.
For emergency services,
call the 24-Hour Crisis Line
at (918) 399-3310 or the toll
free crisis line at 1 (855)
810-4144.
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Indian health services center
Pawnee Receives Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation – A First
for Indian Health Service!
By Joyce Oberly
Performance Improvement Officer
Photo by Toni Hill
ated de- software. Finally, to underpartments stand patient flow and other
s p e n t CT dynamics, Pawnee staff
m a n y visited the Claremore facilw e e k s ity. Van Winkle and Ketch’s
preparing training, preparation and
for
CT diligence paid off on Monservices. day, June 10, 2013 when we
O v e r welcomed two Joint Comt h e mission surveyors to the
course of Pawnee Indian Health Cenone week, ter for the unannounced amX - r a y bulatory care accreditation
Technicians, survey. It was during this
Sharla Van time that Pawnee underWinkle and Vicki Ketch, at- went the Advanced Diagtended training in California nostic Imaging (CT) survey.
where they were introduced
From the beginning, it
to the CT machine and its was smooth sailing, through
basic operation. They com- the various tracers, docupleted another three weeks’ ment reviews and interacworth of applications train- tions with patients and staff.
ing on the CT and Vitrea Our staff members were
The Indian Health Services Center benefits many Native Americans.
Over the past two
years, the Pawnee Indian Health Center has
expanded radiology services to increase patient
access and optimize care.
Recent additions include
digital mammography, expanded ultrasound services,
dexascan (bone scan) and
computed tomography (CT).
Our latest acquisition
is the 64 slice CT machine,
which became operational
in February 2013. In addition to the complex installation process, the Pawnee
Radiology staff and affili-
commended for survey
readiness and hospitality.
In August 2013, the Joint
Commission vested Pawnee
Indian Health Center with
the Advanced Diagnostic Imaging accreditation.
At this time, Pawnee is the
only Indian Health Service
facility in the nation to receive Advanced Diagnostic
Imaging accredited status.
This designation emphasizes Pawnee Indian
Health Center’s commitment to patient safety, accessibility, efficiency and a
movement towards patient
centered medical home.
For more information, call (918) 762-2517.
Cardiology Bus at Pawnee
By Joyce Oberly
Performance Improvement Officer
On Sept. 17, 2013, the
bright orange Oklahoma
State University (OSU)
Mobile Cardiology Bus
arrived at the Pawnee In-
dian Health Center campus. What started from the
OCAO Area Wide Contract
with OSU Mobile Cardiology, has resulted in ex-
panded services at Pawnee
Indian Health Center. We
are now able to offer our
patients the following on
site services, Ultrasound
Study,
Echocardiogram, day and the next schedCardiac Stress Test and uled visit is Jan. 21, 2014.
Nuclear Medicine Study.
For more informaThe cardiology bus tion, call (918) 762-2517.
is on site every 3rd Tues-
pawnee nation commissions overview
Members of the commissions works with the Pawnee Nation and
are appointed by the Pawnee Busi- the Division of Education to place
ness Council (PBC).
tribal members in training positions
at the Pawnee Nation and with variThe TERO (Tribal Employment ous businesses and organizations in
Rights Office) Commission
the community in order to facilitate
The TERO Commission is gov- opportunities for better employerned by the Pawnee Nation Trib- ment.
al Employment Rights Act (also
known as the TERO Ordinance) and The Pawnee Tribal Development
Corporation Board of Directors
The PTDC Board of Directors
operates pursuant to the PTDC Articles of Incorporation. The Board is
comprised of seven directors selected by the PBC, four of whom must
be enrolled members.
sion member positions have expired.
This is a three-person commission
that is governed by the Pawnee Nation Utility Act.
Editor’s note: This is a few of
the Pawnee Nation commissions.
For a complete list of commissions
PN Utility Authority Commission and members, visit www.pawneenaThe Utility Authority Commis- tion.org.
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pawnee nation veterans day dance
Pawnee Veterans Day Dance Honors Those Who Serve America
By Toni Hill
Communications Manager
horsechief,
Treasurer/Secretary
Ashley Scott-Ohman, Master of
Ceremony Warren Pratt, Jr. and
Head Singer Herb Adson.
Gover, who served in the U.S.
Marine Core from 1965 until 1969
when he was honourably discharged
as a Sergeant E5, expressed his
gratitude towards all service men
and women.
“Regardless of what happened
to our People when we were removed from our lands in Nebraska,
this is still Our Country. I dance because that drum has a spirit for me
and it also serves my spirit as a warrior,” Gover said. “Once I became
a member of the war dance, I knew
that I would always be a member of
the war dance. I dance because it allows me to remember the price that
was paid for the freedom that we
have in this country."
PBC members are Gover, Council Seat 3 Representative Adrian
Spottedhorsechief, Council Seat 2
Representative Karla Knife Chief,
Council Seat 4 Representative Liana Chapman Teter, Council Seat
1 Representative Richard Tilden,
Treasurer Misty M. Nuttle, Vice
President Bruce Pratt and Secretary
Phammie N. Littlesun.
Photo by Deb Echo-Hawk
Gover. “When they go to serve we
might have a meeting, dance or a
Handgame and when they return we
show them great respect, the greatest honor we could give is to give
respect for serving this country.”
A traditional meal served at
noon kicked off the event held in
the Tribal Roundhouse. The schedule of events included a Soldier
Dance followed by four sets of War
Dances.
The Veterans officers are as follows; President David Echo Hawk,
Vice President Pius
Spotted-
Photo by Muriel Robedeaux
The Pawnee Indian Veterans
Organization sponsored a Veterans
Day Dance on Nov. 11, 2013 to
honor veterans from all areas and
eras of service including the U.S.
Air Force, the U.S. Army, the U.S.
Marine Corps, the U.S. Navy and
the U.S. Coast Guard.
“Pawnee Nation belongs to a
War Dance society, although we
live in a modern world, we still pay
great tribute to men and women in
the service,” said Pawnee Business
Council (PBC) President Marshall
The Nasharo Council, also known as the “Chiefs Council” are as follows; Nasharo Head Chief Warren Pratt,
Jr., Chaui Band members Jimmy Horn and Mat Reed; Kitkehahki Band associates Morgan LittleSun and
Ralph Haymond; Skidi Band members Warren Pratt, Jr. and Pat Leading Fox, Sr. and Pitahawirata Band
comrades Francis Morris and Lester Sun Eagle.
Tail Dancer Pete Moore honors those who have served in the U.S. Military.
Photo by Muriel Robedeaux
Photo by Muriel Robedeaux
The singers demonstrate respect and honor through the songs they sing.
Veterans participate in an Active Serviceman Special.
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Pawnee Code Talkers Honored by U.S. Congress
On Nov. 20, 2013, the
U.S. Government honored
World War II Veteran Code
Talkers during a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony.
Festivities were held at the
Emancipation Hall in the U.S.
Capitol Visitor Center, located in
the District of Columbia, Wash.
The families of the American
Indian Code Talkers received
Congressional Silver Medals. Pawnee Business Council
President Marshall Gover ac-
cepted the Congressional Gold
Medal, Congress’ highest recognition for prominent achievements and contributions, on
behalf of the Pawnee Nation.
Pawnee honorees include
Frank Davis, Brummett EchoHawk, Grant Gover, Phillip
Gover, Enoch Jim, Chauncey
Matlock, Harold Morgan, Floyd
Rice and Henry Stoneroad, Sr.
The Code Talkers Recognition Act of 2008 (H.R. 4544) instructs that medals be presented
to honor the loyalty of American
Indian Code Talkers that served
during World War I and World
War II. These Native service
men helped to defeat enemies
of the United States by sending classified, coded transmissions in their native languages.
“I was very sadden that
none of the men were still alive
to receive this honor directly
for what they had done for
America, and was very humbled
to receive the Gold Medal of
Honor on these heros’ behalf,”
Gover said. “These men used
the Pawnee Language to save
countless of lives and I am honored to present Silver Medals
to the descendants of the men
who served. This ceremony
was all about the soldiers, and
it is sad that they could not be
here to personally receive the
glory and honor they deserve.”
Please visit www.pawneenation.org for additional coverage.
Tribal Recipient of Honors
Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska, Cherokee Nation, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, Choctaw Nation
of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Crow Creek Sioux Tribe, Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of Montana, Ho-Chunk
Nation of Wisconsin, Hopi Tribe, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Muscogee Creek Nation, Oglala Sioux Tribe, Oneida Tribe
of Indians of Wisconsin, Osage Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma, Pueblo of Acoma Tribe,
Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa/Meskwaki Nation, Santee Sioux Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate, Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Tonto Apache Tribe, White Mountain Apache Tribe, Yankton Sioux Tribe.
Photo captions: Page 12: (Bottom Left) Pawnee Business Council (PBC) President Marshall Gover poses behind the podium located
in the Visitor’s Center at the Capitol. (Bottom Right) Helen Pickering (left) and Suzanne Kanuho (right), Pawnee Tribal citizens, enjoy
the ceremony. Page 13: (Left) The front and back of the Congressional Gold Medal received by PBC President Marshall Gover on behalf of the Pawnee Nation. The front of the Congressional Gold Medal depicts the service of Pawnee Chief White Horse. The back
of the medallion portrays symbols honored by the Pawnees and found on the official Seal.* (Top Right) PBC Representative Adrian
Spottedhorsechief holds the Chaticks si Chaticks outside of the U.S. Capitol. (Middle Right) PBC President Marshall Gover presents
a Silver Medal to Elmo Morgan on behalf of U.S. Code Talker Harold Morgan. (Bottom Right) Herb Rice accepts the Silver Medal
in honor of U.S. Code Talker Floyd Rice.
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
* The Wolf- The Plains Indians referred to the Pawnees as “Wolves” due to their cunning and courage. The Banner- “Chaticks si
Chaticks” in Pawnee Language, means “Men of Men.” Sprigs of Cedar- The Pawnee use cedar in sacred ceremonies and in prayer. It
is a token of prayer and peace. The Morning Star- The Morning Star symbolizes God. The Skidi believed that this star is where God
lived. The Peace Pipe and Tomahawk- The Peace Pipe standing for peace and the Tomahawk for war. Pawnee Colors (not depicted
on Congressional Gold Medal) - Red for Courage. White for Purity. Blue for Truth. The original seal was designed by Brummett
Echohawk.
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Congressional Gold Medal of Honor
By Toni Hill
Communications Manager
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Photo by Toni Hill
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Page Designed by Toni Hill
Communications Manager
Congressional Gold Medal of Honor
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Photo by Toni Hill
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Pawnee Code Talkers Honored by U.S. Congress
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(Left) Pawnee Business Council
President Marshall Gover (left)
presents the Silver Medal to
Blanche Matlock-Smith on behalf of U.S. Code Talker Chauncey
Matlock.
(Right) Beverly Ann Nuttle (right)
accepts the Silver Medal from
Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover in honor of
U.S. Code Talker Frank Davis.
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
(Right) Phillis Morales (right)
and Kevin Gover accept the
Silver Medal in remembrance
of U.S. Code Talker Grant Gover. (middle) Pawnee Business
Council President Marshall
Gover holds the medallion.
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
(Left) Pawnee Business Council
President Marshall Gover presents the Silver Medallion to
Helena Casey on behalf of U.S.
Code Talker Enoch Jim.
(Left) Charlene Foster (right) receives the Silver Medal from Pawnee Business Council President
Marshall Gover in honor of U.S.
Code Talker Henry Stoneroad, Sr.
(Right) Pawnee Business Council
President Marshall Gover presents the Silver Medal on behalf
of the U.S. Government to Joel
EchoHawk on behalf of U.S. Code
Talker Brummett EchoHawk.
Not pictured: Phillip H.
Gover II accepted the honors on behalf of U.S. Code
Talker Phillip Gover.
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Photo by William Howell /Reprinted with permission
Congressional gold medal of honor
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OBITUARIES
Photo reprinted with permission /Poteet Funeral Home
OPAL HATFIELD WICHITA
June 2, 1921 - Oct. 20, 2013
Opal A. Wichita was born on June
Opal is survived by her children; Billy,
2, 1921 at the base of Klan Hill in Paw- Dana, Kathrine and John, and her grand
nee, Okla. to D.C. Hatfield and Ber- children; Russell, Cassandra, Samantha,
tha Moses Hatfield. She passed from Natallie, Kylie, David, Angel, Samantha,
this life on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013 in Kristy, Shylah, Zacheriah, Zenetta, JenniTulsa, Okla. having reached the age fer, Jamie, Ashley, Dustin, Justin and Cody.
of 92 years, three months, and 18 days.
Graveside services were held FriShe moved to Pawnee from Mon- day, Oct. 25, 2013 at the South Inrovia, Calif. in 1938 and was affiliat- dian Cemetery, Pawnee, Okla. with
ed with the United Methodist Church. Rev. Cecil Riding In officiating.
She married E. S. Wichita on May 26,
Obituary courtesy of Poteet Fu1962 in Newkirk, Okla. and he pre- neral
Home
located
in
Pawnee,
ceded her in death on Sept. 22, 2002. Okla.,
www.poteetfuneralhome.com.
CAROLE LAVONNE BAYHYLLE
April 30, 1935 – Oct. 13, 2013
Carole Lavonne Bayhylle
She is survived by her two Eddy Red Eagle Jr., John D. Red ther Chris Daigle officiated.
went to Heaven on Oct. 13, 2013 daughters, Mary Mashunkashey Eagle and Myron Red Eagle.
Interment was held in the
at the age of 78 while at home, and Ramona Wilson, seven
Rosary was recited Wednes- A.J. Powell Memorial Cemsurrounded by her family. grandchildren; Eddy Harris, day, Oct. 16, 2013 at the Indian etery located in Hominy, Okla.
She was born in Pawnee, Tiffany Harris, Gabrielle Turley, Camp Chapel, Pawhuska, Okla.
McCartney’s
JohnOkla. on April 30, 1935. Her fa- Macy Mashunkashey, Jimmy
Traditional services were son Funeral Home was in
ther was Dan Bayhylle, Jr. moth- Ives, Courtney Ives, Jesse Ives held Oct. 17, 2013 at the Chapel charge
of
arrangements.
er Virginia Logan Red Eagle. and 13 great-grandchildren. with Everett Waller officiating.
Obituary printed courtesy of
She loved writing poetry
One brother, Norman Bay- Mass followed at the Immaculate the family. No photo available.
and telling stories. She will be hylle, preceded her in death. Conception Catholic Church lomost remembered by her laugh.
Three surviving brothers are cated in Pawhuska, Okla. Fa-
Pawnee Nation also expresses condolences to the family of Ricky
Joe Brown. Obituary was not available at the time of the
Chaticks si Chaticks printing.
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my
Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you
that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for
you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you
may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.” -- John 14:1-4
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PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MINUTES
Sept. 11, 2013 PBC Meeting:
Eight Council members were present and provided reports on committee meetings and gave updates
since the last Council meeting.
Executive Director, Dawna Hare
and Tribal Development Corporation (TDC) Chief Executive Officer Roger Smith provided reports.
The minutes for Aug. 3, 2013 Quarterly Meeting was approved by a
motion made by Karla Knife Chief,
seconded by Liana Chapman Teter.
Minutes for Aug. 7, 2013 Meeting
was approved by a motion made by
Adrian Spottedhorsechief, seconded by Bruce Pratt. Minutes for Aug.
28, 2013 were approved by a motion
made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief,
seconded by Liana Chapman Teter.
8. Reinstatement of the Enrollment Committee, President Gover suggested that the statutes be
revised as soon as possible and
he will work on getting the Enrollment Committee reinstated.
9. Standing Bear Foundation Donation Request for $500 and a
blanket was approved by a motion
made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief,
seconded
by
Bruce
Pratt.
10. Budget for the Roundhouse
Rededication from the Nasharo
Council was approved by a motion made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
Open Forum:
A motion was made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief to approve to accept documentation
for Alba Hume to get her a tribal
tag, second by Misty M. Nuttle.
New Business:
1. Veteran’s Treatment Court, Executive Session:
Public
defender
Don
Ma- 1. Selection of District Court Associson was present to talk about ate Judge, Phillip Lujan was appointthe Veteran’s Treatment Court. ed by a motion made by Karla Knife
2. ANA Pilot Test Report, Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
Christal Windholz was present 2. Selection of Supreme Court
to report on the ANA Pilot Test. Justices, Mark Echohawk was ap3. Resolution #13-51 for Tribal pointed by a motion made by Bruce
Transportation Program Safety Pratt, seconded by Adrian SpotFunds was approved by a mo- tedhorsechief, Lisa Gover was
tion made by Bruce Pratt, sec- appointed by a motion made by
onded
by
Richard
Tilden. Bruce Pratt, seconded by Adrian
4. Resolution #13-52 for Paw- Spottedhorsechief, and Marsha
nee Nation of Oklahoma, Long Harlan was appointed by a moRange Transportation Plan was tion made by Bruce Pratt, secapproved by a motion made by onded by Karla Knife Chief.
Karla Knife Chief, seconded Adjourn at 5:18 p.m. by a moby
Adrian
Spottedhorsechief. tion made by Adrian Spotted5. Resolution #13-53 for Pawnee horsechief, seconded by RichNation Tribal Transportation Im- ard
Tilden,
motion
carries.
provement Program was approved
by a motion made by Karla Knife Sept. 27, 2013 PBC Meeting:
Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
6. Monty Matlock was pres- Eight Council members were
ent to talk about Hydraulic Frac- present and provided reports on
turing on Pawnee Nation lands committee meetings and gave
and
answer
any
questions. updates since the last Coun7. Resolution #12-48 for bids from cil meeting. Executive Director
BIA Agriculture Lease Sale (Chiloc- Dawna Hare provided a report.
co and Tribal Reserve) were tabled
by a motion made by Richard Tilden, The minutes for Sept. 11, 2013 were
seconded by Liana Chapman Teter. approved by a motion made by Misty
A motion made by Karla Knife M. Nuttle, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
Chief was made to notify the BIA
that the Pawnee Nation is not going Old Business:
to accept bids from the two lessors 1. Resolution #13-48 for the Chifor tribal tracts 812 T 2000 (Tribal locco and Tribal Reserve Leases
Reserve) and 812 ST 1021 (Chiloo- was withdrawn by a motion made
co), seconded by Misty M. Nuttle. by Karla Knife Chief, second-
ed by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
New Business:
1. Resolution #13-54 to appoint Phillip Lujan to the District Court Associate Judge by
a motion made by Bruce Pratt,
seconded by Richard Tilden.
2. Resolution #13-55 to appoint Mark Echo Hawk as Supreme Court Justice by a
motion made by Bruce Pratt, seconded by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
3. Resolution #13-56 to appoint Lisa
Gover as Supreme Court Justice by
a motion made by Bruce Pratt, Seconded by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
4. Resolution #13-57 to re-appoint Marsha Harlan as Supreme Court Justice by a
motion made by Bruce Pratt, seconded by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
5. Resolution #13-58 for the Chilocco Lease was tabled by a motion made by Misty M. Nuttle,
seconded by Richard Tilden.
6. Resolution #13-59 for the
Tribal Reserve Lease was approved with corrections by a motion made by Richard Tilden,
seconded by Misty M. Nuttle.
7. Resolution #13-60 approved for
deceased members by a motion
made by Karla Knife Chief, seconded by Misty M. Nuttle, #13-61
approved for conditional relinquishment by a motion made by Adrian
Spottedhorsechief, seconded by
Bruce Pratt, #13-62 approved for
conditional relinquishment by a
motion made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief, seconded by Bruce
Pratt and #13-63 approved for absolute relinquishment by a motion
made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief,
seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
8. Approval of ID Policy and
Badges was approved by a motion made by Richard Tilden, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
9. Resolution #13-64, the submission
of a grant proposal to the National
Park Services by Tribal Historic
Preservation Office was approved
by a motion made by Karla Knife
Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
10. Resolution #13-65, the submission of a three year consolidation of 477 program was approved
by a motion made by Bruce Pratt,
seconded by Liana Chapman Teter.
11. Resolution #13-66 to contract
the Pawnee Nation Law Enforcement Program for a five year term
with the BIA was approved by
a motion made by Karla Knife
Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
12. Request from the IT Department to approve the bid for MS Licensing in the amount of $43,314
payable out of the ANA SED’s
Grant was approved by a motion
made by Misty M. Nuttle, seconded by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
13. Contract for Echo Hawk
Law firm was approve by a motion made by Bruce Pratt, seconded by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
Executive Session:
1. The 30-Day Evaluation of Executive Director was to terminate the
Executive Director due to the audit and Indirect Cost Proposal not
being done, approved by a motion
made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief,
seconded by Misty M. Nuttle.
2.Childcare
Director
Resignation, no action was taken
after
executive
session.
3.Finance Director Position, resignation, no action was taken
after
executive
session.
Adjourn by a motion made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief , seconded by
Karla Knife Chief, motion carries.
Oct. 4, 2013 PBC Meeting:
Eight Council members were present.
New Business:
1. Contingency Plan for Food Distribution Program. A motion by
Adrian
Spottedhorsechief
was
made to approve the Food Distribution budget request for funds
to come out of the General Fund,
seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
Adjourn at 10:28 am by a motion
made by Misty M. Nuttle, seconded
by Karla Knife Chief, motion carries.
Disclaimer: PBC Minutes printed, with minor revisions, as received from the Executive Office.
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Oct. 9, 2013 PBC Meeting:
Adjourn at 5:18 p.m. by a motion made by Adrian SpottedSeven Council members were horsechief, seconded by Richpresent and provided reports on ard Tilden, motion carries.
committee meetings and gave updates since the last Council meet- Oct. 23, 2013 PBC Meeting:
ing. Acting Executive Director,
Muriel Robedeaux and TDC CEO, Seven Council members were presRoger Smith provided reports. ent and provided reports on committee meetings and gave updates
The minutes for Sept. 27, 2013 since the last Council meeting.
PBC Meeting were approved by a Acting Executive Director, Mumotion made by Karla Knife Chief, riel Robedeaux provided a report.
seconded by Richard Tilden. Minutes for Oct. 4, 2013 PBC Emer- Old Business:
gency Meeting were approved 1. Communications, Standard Opby a motion made by Karla Knife erating Procedures were approved
Chief, seconded by Richard Tilden. as is, but to also include radio spots,
by a motion made by Misty M. NutNew Business:
tle, seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
1. Don Mason was present to pres- 2. No Council action was taken after
ent some ideas to the Council on the update on the issue with RedStone.
Veteran’s and Drug Court, also 3. Update on the RimRock Seton a Divorce and Wills Clinic. tlement.
The settlement of2. Council’s decision on the is- fer was approved by a mosue with RedStone, there was tion made by Karla Knife
a consensus that RedStone be Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
given a week to make changes 4. The Tobacco Compact was
and report back to the Council. approved by a motion made
3. Communications, Standard Op- by Richard Tilden, seconderating Procedures was tabled by ed by Liana Chapman Teter.
a motion made by Adrian Spottedhorsechief, seconded by Bruce Pratt. New Business:
4. A donation request for the Young 1. President Gover appointed
Dog Dance was tabled until a reso- Duane Pratt, Linda Jestes, Richlution was done for the request, by ard Tilden and Delilah Moses
a motion made by Liana Chapman to the Enrollment Committee.
Teter, seconded by Richard Tilden. Secretary Littlesun will be the
5. A request for funds for the Vi- Chairperson of this committee.
olence Against Women program 2. Resolution #13-67 to appoint
was made to request $5,787.99 Chris McCray to the Housing Board
assistance through Oct. 26, 2013 of Commissioners, seat #1 was apto come out of Tribal Operat- proved by a motion made by Riching, was approved by a motion ard Tilden, seconded by Misty M.
made by Richard Tilden, second- Nuttle. Resolution #13-68 to aped by Adrian Spottedhorsechief. point Richard Spears to the Hous6. Discussion and possible ac- ing Board of Commissioners, seat
tion in hiring an Interim Execu- #3 was approved by a motion made
tive Director was discussed but no by Richard Tilden, seconded by
action by the Council was made. Liana Chapman Teter. Resolution
#13-69 to appoint James Thompson
Executive Session:
to the Housing Board of Commis1. Personnel Matter, Pawnee Nation sioners, seat #4 was approved by
Media. There was a motion made a motion made by Misty M. Nutby Karla Knife Chief to amend the tle, seconded by Richard Tilden.
Agenda to add photographer for 3. Resolution #13-70 to appoint
the Code Talker Event, seconded Christal Windholz to the Gaming
by Richard Tilden. A motion was Commission was approved by a
made by Richard Tilden to ask Wil- motion made by Richard Tilden,
liam Howell to go to the Code Talk- seconded by Bruce Pratt. Resoluer Event and to act as photographer tion #13-71 to appoint James Rice
for the Pawnee Nation, second- to the Gaming Commission was aped by Adrian Spottedhorsechief. proved by a motion made by Bruce
Pratt, seconded by Richard Tilden.
4. Resolution #13-72 to appoint
Lester Sun Eagle to the Tribal Development Corporation Board was
approved by a motion made by
Richard Tilden, seconded by Liana
Chapman Teter. Resolution #13-73
to appoint Linda Jestes to the Tribal
Development Corporation Board
was approved by a motion made by
Bruce Pratt, seconded by Richard
Tilden. Resolution #13-74, no action was taken on this resolution.
5. Resolution #13-75 to appoint
John Only A Chief to the Utility Commission was approved
by a motion made by Misty M.
Nuttle, seconded by Karla Knife
Chief. Resolution #13-76 to appoint Donna Mulder to the Utility
Commission was approved by a
motion made by Misty M. Nuttle,
seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
6. Resolution #13-77 to appoint Delilah Moses to the Election Commission as Sergeant-atArms was approved by a motion
made by Misty M. Nuttle, seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
7. Resolution #13-78 to appoint
Matt Reed to the Museum Board
was approved by a motion made
by Misty M. Nuttle, seconded by
Bruce Pratt. Resolution #13-79 to
appoint Steve Knife Chief to the
Museum Board was approved by a
motion made by Misty M. Nuttle,
seconded by Karla Knife Chief.
Resolution #13-80 to appoint Jesse
Howell to the Museum Board was
approved by a motion made by Liana Chapman Teter, seconded by
Richard Tilden. Resolution #1381 to appoint Patsy Cooper to the
Museum Board was approved by
a motion made by Liana Chapman
Teter, seconded by Richard Tilden.
8. Resolution #13-82 for a donation
request of $300 for the Young Dog
Dance and for the funds to come out
of the Salazar funds was approved
by a motion made by Richard Tilden, seconded by Misty M. Nuttle.
9. A motion was made by Bruce
Pratt to proceed with Deanne
Grant on working on the Cultural
protocols for the Pawnee Nation,
seconded by Misty M. Nuttle.
10. A donation request from
Meaghan Murie for a sponsorship of
$300 was approved and will come
out of Tribal Operations funds. The
motion was made by Richard Til-
den, seconded by Misty M. Nuttle.
11. Resolution #13-83 for the Preserve Pawnee Language grant
submission was approved by
a motion made by Karla Knife
Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
12. Resolution #13-84 for a grant
application submission for the
Notah Begay III Foundation was
approved by a motion made by
Karla Knife Chief, seconded
by Adrian Spottedhorsechief.
Executive Session:
1. TERO/EEOC – Finance and personnel issues.
2. Discussion over potential grievance.
3. Discussion about TDC issue.
No Council Action was taken by a
vote.
Decisions:
1. Complaint from John Only A
Chief was not discussed.
2. Dawna Hare’s Grievance was
denied by Council.
3. TDC will be put on the next
Council Agenda.
4. TERO will be put on the Budget Committee Agenda on Tuesday.
Adjourn – Motion made by
Bruce Pratt, seconded by Karla Knife Chief, motion carries.
Oct. 28, 2013 PBC
Emergency Meeting:
Seven Council members were present.
Old Business:
1. Resolution #13-85 for the Tobacco
Compact was approved with changes by a motion made by Karla Knife
Chief, seconded by Bruce Pratt.
Adjourn – Motion made by
Karla Knife Chief, seconded
by Bruce Pratt, motion carries.
Disclaimer: PBC Minutes printed, with minor revisions, as received from the Executive Office.
PBC Minutes concluded.
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#12-52 – Revised Resolution to
approve the Wind Energy Evaluation Lease, the Wind Resource
Lease and the Agreement to Option
to Lease Real Estate (Substation).
The revision was to strike PNE and
add Chilocco Wind Farm LLC to
the resolution – Approved July 31,
2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief, L.Teter), one
against (P.Littlesun), zero abstaining,
and one not voting (President Gover).
#13-47 – A resolution to accept
and approve mineral leases for the
tracts on allotted lands in which the
Pawnee Nation owns an undivided
trust or restricted minority interest
– Approved July 31, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining, and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-52 – A resolution to approve
the adoption and submittal of
the Long Range Transportation
Plan for 2014-2033 to the Office
of Federal Land Highways and
Bureau of Indian Affairs – Approved Sept. 11, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief, L.Teter), zero
against, zero absent, zero abstaining
and one not voting (President Gover).
#13-53 – A resolution to approve
the adoption and submittal for the
Pawnee Nation Tribal Transportation Improvement Program for fiscal year 2014 – Approved Sept. 11,
2013 by a vote of seven for (B.Pratt,
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), zero against, zero absent, zero abstaining, and one
not voting (President Gover).
#13-48 – Tabled – A resolution to accept and approve agricultural leases
for Tribal tracts (812 T 2000 – Tribal
Reserve / 812 ST 1021 – Chilocco)
– Tabled on July 31, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining, and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-54 – A resolution to confirm
the appointment of Philip Lujan
to serve as Associate Judge of the
Pawnee Nation District Court with
term expiring Sept. 27, 2019 – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-49 – A resolution to accept the
tract of land in Aurora, Nebraska
as described above and totaling
11.727 acres, more or less – Approved July 31, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining, and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-55 – A resolution to confirm the
appointment of Mark Echo Hawk
to serve as Justice of the Pawnee
Nation Supreme Court with term
expiring Sept. 27, 2021 – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-50 – A resolution to approve
the renewal of NCAI membership
of $550 – Approved Aug. 28, 2013
by a vote of six for (Pratt, Littlesun,
Nuttle, Tilden, Spottedhorsechief,
Teter), zero against, zero abstaining, one absent (Knife Chief) and
one not voting (President Gover).
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining and
one not voting (President Gover).
bership Roll permanently – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
#13-58 – TABLED - A resolution zero against, zero abstaining and
to approve the negotiated lease one not voting (President Gover).
with Rex Anderson of Chilocco
Lease property totaling 823.56 #13-64 – A resolution to approve
acres for a period of five years – the submission of a grant proposal
Tabled Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote to the National Park Service for the
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, Pawnee nation to pursue the acM.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, tivities of the grant proposal – ApA.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), proved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
zero against, zero abstaining and of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
one not voting (President Gover). M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
#13-59 – TABLED – A resolu- zero against, zero abstaining and
tion to approve the advertised one not voting (President Gover).
lease with Billy Bledsoe of said
property lands totaling 503.000 #13-59 – A resolution to approve
acres for a period of five years – the advertised lease with Billy BledTabled Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote soe of said property lands totaling
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, 503.000 acres for a period of one year
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
zero against, zero abstaining and M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
one not voting (President Gover). A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining and
#13-60 – A resolution to ap- one not voting (President Gover).
prove to note the date of death
of eleven deceased members on #13-65 – A resolution to apthe Membership Roll and remove prove the submission of a three
them from the Annuity Roll – Ap- year consolidation plan – Approved Sept. 27.2013 by a vote proved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, of six for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining and zero against, one absent, zero abone not voting (President Gover). staining and two not voting (President Gover and Misty M. Nuttle).
#13-61 – A resolution to accept
the Conditional Relinquishment #13-66 – A resolution to agree to
from the Pawnee Nation Mem- contract the Pawnee Nation Law
bership Roll, upon the accep- Enforcement Program on a five
tance with the other tribe – Ap- year term with the Bureau of Inproved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote dian Affairs and authorized apof seven for(B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, propriate personnel to submit the
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, application, sign, and execute the
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), contract and any modifications –
zero against, zero abstaining and Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
one not voting (President Gover). of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
#13-62 - A resolution to accept A.Spottedhorsechief, L.Teter), zero
the Conditional Relinquishment against, zero absent, zero abstaining
from the Pawnee Nation Mem- and one not voting (President Gover).
bership Roll, upon the acceptance with the other tribe – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, Disclaimer: PBC Resolutions printM.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, ed, with minor revisions, as received
A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter), from the Executive Office.
zero against, zero abstaining and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-56 – A resolution to confirm
the appointment of Lisa Gover
to serve as Justice of the Pawnee
Nation Supreme Court with term
expiring Sept. 27, 2021 – Approved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote
of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
#13-51 – A resolution to approve A.Spottedhorsechief,
L.Teter),
the submission of the Depart- zero against, zero abstaining and
ment of Transportation, Federal one not voting (President Gover).
Highway Administration, Tribal
Transportation Safety Manage- #13-57 – A resolution to confirm
ment Plan grant application – Ap- the appointment of Marsha Harproved Sept. 11, 2013 by a vote lan to serve as Justice of the Pawof seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, nee Nation Supreme Court with
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, term expiring Sept. 27, 2021 – Ap- #13-63 - A resolution to accept
A.Spottedhorsechief, L.Teter) and proved Sept. 27, 2013 by a vote the
Absolute
Relinquishment
one not voting (President Gover). of seven for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, from the Pawnee Nation Mem-
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#13-67 – A resolution to appoint
Chris McCray to serve on the
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners in Seat #1 with a term
to expire Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved
Oct. 23, 2013 by a vote of five for
(B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle,
R.Tilden, L.Teter), zero against,
one abstaining (K.Knife Chief), one
absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
one not voting (President Gover).
Development Corporation Board
Member Seat #5 with the term
to expire Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct. 23, 2016 by a vote
of five for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, and LTeter),
one against (K.Knife Chief ), one
absent (A.Spottedhorsechief ), and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-74 – VOID – NO COUNCIL
ACTION MADE – Resolution was
#13-68 – A resolution to appoint an appointment to the Tribal DeRichard Spear to serve on the Hous- velopment Corporation Seat #6.
ing Authority Board of Commissioners in Seat #3 with the term to #13-75 – A resolution to appoint
expire Oct. 22, 2015 – Approved John Only A Chief to serve on the
Oct. 23, 2013 by a vote of four for Pawnee Nation Utility Board of
(P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden and Commissioners – Approved Oct.
L.Teter), zero against, two abstain- 23, 2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
ing (B.Pratt and K.Knife Chief) and P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
one not voting (President Gover). K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
against, zero abstaining, one ab#13-69 – A resolution to appoint sent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
James Thompson to serve on the one not voting (President Gover).
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners in Seat #4 with the term #13-76 – A resolution to appoint
to expire Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Donna Mulder to serve on the PawOct. 23, 2013 by a vote of five for nee Nation Utility Board of Com(B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, missioners – Approved Oct. 23,
R.Tilden, L.Teter), zero against, 2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
one abstaining (K.Knife Chief), one P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
one not voting (President Gover). against, zero abstaining, one absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
#13-70 – A resolution to appoint one not voting (President Gover).
Christal Windholz to the Pawnee
Nation Gaming Commission as a #13-77 – A resolution to appoint
member with the term to expire Oct. Delilah Moses to the Pawnee Na23, 2016 – Approved Oct. 23, 2016 tion Election Commission as Serby a vote of six for, zero against, one geant-at-Arms with a term to expire
absent (A.Spottedhorsechief) and May 31, 2015 – Approved Oct. 23,
one not voting (President Gover). 2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
#13-71 – A resolution to appoint K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
James Rice to the Pawnee Na- against, zero abstaining, one abtion Gaming Commission as a sent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
member with the term to expire one not voting (President Gover).
Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct.
23, 2013 by a vote of six for, zero #13-78 – A resolution to appoint
against, zero abstaining, one ab- Matt Reed to serve on the Pawnee
sent (A.Spottedhorsechief and Nation Museum Board of Commisone not voting (President Gover). sioners with the term to expire on
Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct. 23,
#13-72 – A Resolution to ap- 2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
point Lester Sun Eagle to serve P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
as Tribal Development Corpora- K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
tion Board Member Seat #2 with against, zero abstaining, one abthe term to expire Oct. 23, 2016 – sent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
Approved Oct. 23, 2013 by a vote one not voting (President Gover).
of five for (B.Pratt, P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, and LTeter), #13-79 – A resolution to appoint
one against (K.Knife Chief ), one Steve Knife Chief to serve on the
absent (A.Spottedhorsechief ), and Pawnee Nation Museum Board of
one not voting (President Gover). Commissioners with the term to expire Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct.
#13-73 – A resolution to appoint 23, 2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
Linda Jestes to serve as Tribal P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
against, zero abstaining, one absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-80 – A resolution to appoint
Jesse Howell to serve on the Pawnee Nation Museum Board of Commissioners with the term to expire
Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct. 23,
2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
against, zero abstaining, one absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-86 – A resolution to approve
funds of $4,000 to purchase turkeys and hams for the Pawnee
Nation Employees and $12,000
to cover the cost for the delegates
to attend the World War II Code
Talker Ceremony to not exceed
the amount of $16,000 from the
Proceeds of Labor Account – Approved Nov. 13, 2013 by a vote
of five for (P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle,
R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, and
L.Teter ), zero against, zero abstaining, two absent (President Gover
and A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
#13-81 – A resolution to appoint
Patsy Cooper to serve on the Pawnee Nation Museum Board of Commissioners with the term to expire
Oct. 23, 2016 – Approved Oct. 23,
2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero
against, zero abstaining, one absent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
one not voting (President Gover).
#13-87 – A resolution to approve
the participation of the Nations
Resource Center on Native American Aging from the University of
North Dakota to conduct the elders
need survey on behalf of the Pawnee Nation Title VI Program – Approved Nov. 13, 2013 by a vote
of five for (P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle,
R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, and
L.Teter ), zero against, zero abstaining, two absent (President Gover
#13-82 – A resolution to approve and A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
the Donation request for the Young not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
Dog Dance of $300 to come out
of the Cultural Activites line item #13-88 – A resolution to approve
in the Salazar Settlement Reserve the drawdown of the special apAccount – Approved Oct. 23, propriation funds of $30,000 for
2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt, the Pawnee Annuity – Approved
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, Nov. 13, 2013 by a vote of five for
K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero (P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
against, zero abstaining, one ab- K.Knife Chief, and L.Teter),
sent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and zero against, zero abstaining,
one not voting (President Gover). two absent (President Gover and
A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
#13-84 – A resolution to approve not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
the submission of the Notah Begay
III Foundation’s Promising Pro- #13-89 – A resolution to approve
gram grant application – Approved the appropriations from Motor FuOct. 23, 2013 by a vote of five for els for Education Tutoring at the
(B.Pratt, P.Littlesun, R.Tilden, Pawnee High School for the 2013K.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero 14 school year, totaling $3,720 –
against, zero abstaining, two absent Approved Nov. 13, 2013 by a vote
(A.Spottedhorsechief and M.Nuttle) of five for (P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle,
and one not voting (President Gover). R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief, and
L.Teter ), zero against, zero abstain#13-85 – A resolution to ap- ing, two absent (President Gover
prove the Pawnee Nation To- and A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
bacco Compact with the state of not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
Oklahoma that will expire Dec.
31, 2022 – Approved Oct. 28,
2013 by a vote of six for (B.Pratt,
P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, Disclaimer: PBC Resolutions printK.Knife Chief, and LTeter), zero ed, with minor revisions, as received
against, zero abstaining, one ab- from the Executive Office.
sent (A.Spottedhorsechief), and
one not voting (President Gover).
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#13-90 – A resolution to approve
appropriations for a reimbursement
to be paid to Marshall Gover for the
eight Pawnee dancers that went to
the NCAI Cultural Night, totaling
$75 per person with the grand total
of $600 to come out of the Cultural
Activities line item in the Salazar
Settlement Reserve Account – Approved Nov. 23, 2013 by a vote
of four for (M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, and L.Teter), one
against (P.Littlesun), zero abstaining, two absent (President Gover
and A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
by a vote of five for (P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief
and L.Teter), zero against, zero abstaining, two absent (President Gover and A.Spottedhorsechief), and one
not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
#13-92 – A resolution to approve to
note the date of death of the three
deceased members on the Membership Roll and remove them
from the Annuity Roll – Approved
Nov. 27, 2013 by a vote of six for
(P.Littlesun, M.Nuttle, R.Tilden,
K.Knife Chief, A.Spottedhorsechief
and L.Teter), zero against, zero
abstaining, one absent (President
#13-91 – A resolution to approve Gover), and one not voteighty-five eligible applicants to be ing
(Vice-President
Pratt).
added to the Pawnee Membership
Roll – Approved Nov. 27, 2013
#13-93 – A resolution to accept
the Conditional Relinquishment
from the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma upon the acceptance of said
tribe – Approved Nov. 27, 2013
by a vote of six for (P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief and L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining, one
absent (President Gover) and one
not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
absent (President Gover) and one
not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
#13-95 – A resolution to approve
the submission of the Administration on Aging grant application – Approved Nov. 27, 2013
by a vote of six for (P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief and L.Teter),
zero against, zero abstaining, one
absent (President Gover) and one
#13-94 – A resolution to accept not voting (Vice-President Pratt).
the Conditional Relinquishment
from the Pawnee Nation of Okla- Disclaimer: PBC Resolutions printhoma upon the acceptance of said ed, with minor revisions, as received
tribe – Approved Nov. 27, 2013 from the Executive Office.
by a vote of six for (P.Littlesun,
M.Nuttle, R.Tilden, K.Knife Chief,
A.Spottedhorsechief and L.Teter),
PBC Resolutions concluded.
zero against, zero abstaining, one
pawnee nation burial policy
PURPOSE
of the person financially respon- Flag will be lowered for Pawsible for burial costs; and
nee Indian Veterans upon notifiThis policy is to provide guided) Any funds not expended cation and verification is made.
lines to the Pawnee Nation in pro- will be retained in the burial fund.
Flags
will
be
lowered
viding financial assistance, services
in compliance with the exand facilities for our tribal families
CHECK DISBURSEMENT
isting policy for four days.
that have incurred a death.
In the event of a burial being
Checks will be issued to delayed over four days due to serELIGIBILITY
the funeral home (not to exceed vices being held out of the Pawnee
$4,500) and person that is finan- area, cremation and a memorial serEnrolled members of Pawnee cially responsible for the burial vice held later, or similar situation,
Nation.
costs, normally the next of kin, flags will be raised on the fifth day.
a)
Infants under the age of i.e. spouse, parent, adult, child,
Pawnee Business Council Presone year that qualify for Pawnee etc. ($500).
Checks are high ident can have the tribal flags lowtribal enrollment (at least 1/8 Paw- priority and issued in an expedient ered for extenuating circumstances.
nee blood quantum), or are eligi- manner, usually within 24 hours.
The U.S. Flag will be lowble for enrollment, but have not
Records shall be maintained in ered for a congressional honor
been enrolled or received burial Finance that includes payee, address, or by Presidential Proclamation.
assistance from another Tribe. check number, date issued, and sigb) Infants over the age of one nature line if check is picked up.
BUILDING USE
year of age that have not been enrolled are not eligible for assistance NOTIFICATION OF DEATH
Tribal buildings (Roam Chief
unless an enrollment for the inEvent Center, Roundhouse, and
fant's enrollment has been filed with
The Pawnee Nation is normally Community Building) shall be
Pawnee Tribal Enrollment Office. notified by the family of the death. made available for tribal memVerification is to be provided with bers for viewing, wakes, servicAMOUNT OF ASSISTANCE
the funeral home, law enforcement, es, feasts, and dinners at no cost.
written statement from relative.
No deposit is required. The
The Pawnee Business shall set
Upon notification and veri- Tribal Operations staff is responthe amount for burial assistance fication of death, Executive Of- sible for the upkeep and cleaning of
in the annual budgeting process. fice verifies tribal enrollment buildings. In event of a large crowd,
The amount of burial will be estab- with Enrollment Office. Enroll- the Multi-Purpose Building and or
lished in the annual tribal operating ment Offices provides date of the Wellness Center may be used.
budget.
birth and enrollment number. In accordance with Policy Rental,
The maximum amount of assisAddress of payee is required . funerals have priority and other
tance available tor 2013 and 2014 is:
Deaths not reported within a events may be cancelled or moved.
a) $4,500 payable to the fu- year will not be eligible for payment.
Non -enrolled members may be
neral home for burial; and
granted building use at a reduced
b) $500 is payable to the perTRIBAL FLAGS
rate (actual cost of the building
son that financially responsible for
usage). The total cost schedule asthe burial to be used for immediate Pawnee Tribal Flag will be lowered sociated with the burial including
needs; and
for tribal members after notification the use of the building and labor
c) Any costs exceeding these and verification is made.
costs will be updated annually.
amounts will be the responsibility
Pawnee Indian Veteran's Payable when building is reserved.
CEMETERIES
Pawnee Tribal cemeteries are
available for tribal members' burial.
Tribal Operations staff will prepare
the grave site, cover it and maintain it.
Non- tribal members may be
buried in the cemeteries next to
an enrolled spouse, parent, child,
or other enrolled family member for a minimal fee. Tribal operations shall assess a charge
for the grave preparation services and the cost of the plot.
DISPUTES
Tribe will handle
disputes on an individual basis.
Cancelled checks will be kept
on file, and upon request copies will be furnished to any tribal members disputing they received a check or that the check
was issued to the wrong person.
If the payee misrepresents being next of kin or the person of
record responsible for the burial
cost and is not, the case will be
forwarded to Law Enforcement.
Pawnee Nation District Court
shall be the court of jurisdiction.
If the court rules payee
should not have received the payment, the payee is responsible for
costs involved in the prosecution.
Disclaimer: The Burial Policy is
printed, with minor revisions, as
stated in the Pawnee Nation Policies.
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PAWNEE NATION COLLEGE
Pawnee Nation College Offers New Programs and Certifications
Submitted by Gwen Shunatona, MA
Interim President
In January 2014, Pawnee
Nation College (PNC) will
begin new programs and
certifications with new partnerships under a grant from
the U.S. Department of Education. This is the focus of
the second Native American
Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP)
the College has operated.
In partnership with the
Meridian Technology Center (MTC) in Stillwater,
Okla. the following courses will be provided under
NACTEP II: Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC)
machining
certifications;
Welding – (a) In conjunction
with Meridian Technology
Center OSHA 10, Career
Readiness Orientation, and
CPR/First Aid portions of
the program will be taught at
PNC; (b) The remainder of
program will require the machines and equipment located at the facilities at Meridian Technology Center with
PNC providing transportation to MTC; Information
Technology Certifications ing, and Licensed Practical
- COMPTIA A+, COMPTIA Nurse (LPN).
A+ 220-801, COMPTIA
A pending partnership
A+220-802, Microsoft Cer- with the Pawnee Indian
tifications, and Microsoft Health Clinic will allow inOffice Suite 2013.
ternships and practica for
The following courses students in the healthcare
will be provided via PNC’s related programs.
partnership with Pioneer
Additionally, under the
Technology Center (PTC) NACTEP II grant, PNC will
in Ponca City, Okla. with be a KeyTrain Training Site
transportation from the PNC to conduct the complete Key
campus: Healthcare Related Train interactive training
Certifications & Credentials system for the WorkKeys
- Certifying Nursing Assis- basic workplace skills.
tant (CNA, Medical CodThe WorkKeys Assess-
ment system measures skills
required in the everyday
workplace. Many employers require these assessments before even considering a prospective employee.
Many certification programs allot additional points
to a student with these assessments and they are required for most programs.
For more information,
call (918) 762-3343.
Pawnee Nation College Has New Bachelor’s Degree Option
Submitted by Gwen Shunatona, MA
Interim President
Pawnee Nation College
(PNC) and Bacone College (BC) have negotiated
a reduced tuition rate of
$161 per credit hour for BC
bachelor’s degree courses.
Students can start taking
courses Jan. 2, 2014 on the
PNC campus toward a BC
American Indian Studies
Bachelor’s degree in Leadership and Management.
The rate of $161 per
credit hour plus fees is
for junior and senior level
courses offered on the PNC
campus instead of on the
Bacone campus for the rate
of $495 per credit hour.
PNC’s enrollment for
last spring was 60, for the
past summer 40, and this past
fall, 50 students attended.
With the addition of
online courses, enrollment is expected to increase for spring 2014.
PNC welcomes all individuals who wish to
study for college degrees
on a historic campus.
For further information,
please call Staci Burns, Admissions director, or Ron
James, Admission assistant and Recruitment coor-
dinator at (918) 762-3446.
Interested parties may
also visit www.pawneenationcollege.org for enrollment forms, check out PNC
on Facebook and see the PNC
spring 2014 course schedule
on page 22 of this issue..
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PAWNEE NATION COLLEGE
PAWNEE NATION College
“Indigenizing Higher Education for All”
SPRiNG 2014 CoURSe SCHeDULe
January 7th – May 1st, 2014
aMeRiCaN iNDiaN STUDieS CoURSeS:
CoURSe
SeCTioN
AIS 1113
AIS 1123
AIS 1213
AIS 1124
AIS 1313
AIS 2213
AIS 2443
AIS 2513
AIS 2623
AIS 2913
CoURSe
DayS
TiMe
iNSTRUCToR CR
TiTLe
HRS
Intro to Sovereignty & Tribal
ONLINE
ONLINE
M. Burgess
3
Governments
American Indian Mythologies
TR
1:30p – 2:45p
J. Mule
3
Principles of Leadership In Indian Country
MW
9:30a –10:45a
M. Burgess
3
Pawnee Language I
TR
3:40p – 5:20p
W. Pratt
4
Principles of Economic Development
MW
11:00a – 12:15p
M. Burgess
3
Fundraising & Grant Writing
ONLINE
ONLINE
J. Mule
3
American Indian Studies
TR
3:00p – 4:15p
M. Burgess
3
American Indian Philosophy & Religion
TR
12:00p – 1:15p
J. Mule
3
Pawnee Cultural Studies & History
TR
5:30p – 6:45p
W. Pratt
4
Professional Writing & Communication
T
12:30p – 3:00p
B. Vogele
3
Skills
GeNeRaL STUDieS CoURSeS:
AL 110
AL 110
SQ 205
AL 110
ONLINE
AL 110
AL 110
SQ 205
OFF SITE
HOMINY
CoURSe
SeCTioN
BIO 1114
BIO 1114L
CIS 1113
CIS 1113
CoURSe
TiTLe
Human Biology
Human Biology Lab
Fundamentals of Personal Computing
Fundamentals of Personal Computing
DayS
TiMe
MW
M
MW
T
1:30p – 2:45p
3:00p – 4:20p
4:00p – 5:15p
9:00a – 11:50a
CLE 1103
ENG 0113
ENG 1113
First Year Seminar
Intro to College Writing
English Composition I
(FiRST 8 WeeKS)
March 10th – May 1st , 2014
English Composition II
(LaTe 8 WeeKS)
March 10th – May 1st , 2014
Elementary Algebra
Intermediate Algebra
(FiRST 8 WeeKS)
January 6th – February 27th , 2014
College Algebra
(LaTe 8 WeeKS)
March 10th – May 1st , 2014
Intro to College Reading
College Reading Improvement
Advanced Reading
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Speaking & Thinking Critically
TR
MW
ONLINE
9:00a – 10:15a
5:30p – 6:45p
ONLINE
J. Mule
B. Vogele
S. Brisbin
3
3
3
RooM
NUMBeR
SQ 205
SQ 205
AL 121
OFF SITE
HOMINY
AL 110
AL 121
ONLINE
ONLINE
ONLINE
S. Brisbin
3
ONLINE
T
TR
1:30p – 4:00p
1:30p – 4:00p
S. Burns
T. Redcorn
3
3
SQ 105
SQ 105
TR
1:30p – 4:00p
T. Redcorn
3
SQ 105
MW
MW
MW
R
T
MW
10:00a – 11:15a
11:30a – 12:45p
1:00p – 2:15p
6:00p – 8:30p
4:30p – 7:00p
3:00p – 4:15p
B. Vogele
B. Vogele
B. Vogele
C. Benes
T. Revis
C. Benes
3
3
3
3
3
3
AL 121
AL 121
AL 121
SQ 105
AL 110
SQ 105
ENG 1213
MTH 0213
MTH 0223
MTH 1513
REA 0113
REA 0123
REA 0213
PSY 1113
SOC 1113
SPC 1713
iNSTRUCToR CR
HRS
D. Haga
4
D. Haga
0
E. Eubanks
3
B. Vogele
3
RooM
NUMBeR
ONLINE
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Tribal Development Corporation
PAWNEE NATION NIGHT AT THE TULSA OILERS
By Lindsey Teter
Tribal Development Corporation
All Pawnee Nation tribal members and a guest are invited to “Pawnee Nation Night”
sponsored by Pawnee Tribal
Development
Corporation
(PTDC) and StoneWolf Casino.
The event, highlighting the
Pawnee Nation, will be held on
Friday, March 21 at 7:35 p.m.
at the BOK Center in Tulsa.
Pawnee Nation Night promises to be an evening celebrating the Pawnee Nation.
The Tulsa Oilers and the Wichita Thunder, two of the original six
franchises in the Central Hockey
League, have the longest-running
rivalry in CHL history. The Oilers and Thunder announced that
the winner of their 2013-14 regular season series will be awarded
the StoneWolf Casino Cup presented by StoneWolf Casino.
“Our rivalry with Wichita has
produced some of the best hockey in the CHL for the past two
decades and we are looking forward to another closely contested
series this season,” said Oilers
General Manager, Taylor Hall.
“Thanks to our partnership
with StoneWolf Casino, we’ve created even more incentive for these
two teams and another source of
bragging rights for our fan bases.”
The winning team will be pre-
sented with the
StoneWolf Casino
Cup on March 22,
2014 at INTRUST
Bank Arena in
Wichita following the fourteenth
and final meeting of the season
between the Oilers and Thunder.
Pawnee Nation Tribal members and employees may contact
the
receptionist or the Executive Office at
(918)762-3621 to
obtain vouchers.
PTDC
employees may contact Clay Raun at
the PTDC Corporate
Office
(918)762-4832.
Pawnee Nation College students and employees, please contact Staci Burns at (918) 762-3343.
Voucher distribution commences March 7, 2014. Vouchers must be
picked up by 4 p.m. on March 14.
Vouchers will not be mailed. Each
person will be issued two vouchers;
one for themselves and one voucher
for their guest. The vouchers will
be redeemed at the game for tickets. Transportation is not provided.
Pawnee Nation Opens New Casino in Yale, Okla.
Photo by Toni Hill
By Vi Wills
Gaming Commission Director
The Pawnee Nation Gaming Commission approved the facility license for the
TeePee Casino during a meeting held Dec. 16, 2013. The Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation has been working on the new casino with plans to open on Friday,
Dec. 20, 2013 at 8 a.m.
The new facility is located four miles east of Yale, Okla., at 28314 E. 6th Street.
The new location will soft open with 19 games, with a total 36 games at completion.
The hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday
and Saturday, 8 a.m. to midnight. For more information, visit www.pawneenation.
org.
Photo Caption: Tribal Development Corporation Chief Executive Officer Roger Smith and Gaming
Commission Chairman, Chris McCray hold the facility license received from the Pawnee Nation Gaming Commission for the new Pawnee Nation TEEPEE Casino.
PAWNEE MERCHANDISE
Show that Pawnee Pride!
caps, Pawnee Flags and selective apparel.
For a complete list and prices, visit www.
pawneenation.org and select the Pawnee Nation merchandise link listed under Quick Links.
For more information, contact the Pawnee Nation Tax Office at P.O. Box 438,
Pawnee, OK, 74058,
(918) 762-3624.
Photo by Toni Hill
Show that Pawnee Pride, purchase
merchandise
embedded
with
the Pawnee Seal and the Pawnee Flag.
Options include decorative license plate
tags with embossment options including
Oklahoma, Veteran, Chaui, Kitkehahki, Skidi
and Pitahauirata. Other selections include
window decals, lapel pins, tote bags, beach
bags complete with towels, beanie hats, ball
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Photo by Toni Hill
Photo by Toni Hill
Pawnee Nation offers many items
including the Pawnee Flag (left) Tshirts and ball caps (top right). Also
available are
license plates, ash
trays and patches (bottom right).
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