# Nawah, from President Marshall Gover (2014) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apawnee_oklahoma%3Aa16c62129d8990d0 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Spring 2014 Nawah, from President Marshall Gover Page 2 Tribal Safety Workshop Educates Participants Page 11 EAP Encourages Healthy and Active Lifestyles Page 12 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 2 Pawnee Business Council Nawah Pawnee Tribal Members! Nowah, Pawnee Tribal Members! President Marshall Gover We hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine’s Day with your sweethearts. The Valentine’s Dance and hand game was postponed and rescheduled, due to the passing of several tribal members. According to our tradition, the drum is silent out of respect of the families in mourning. Our thoughts, wishes and prayers go out to the families of lost loved ones for we don’t know when the good Lord is going to call one of us home. Our prayers go out to Vice President Bruce Pratt all of those in mourning. Construction has begun on the new Elders Center. It was a cold day but we broke ground and as you drive around the reserve you can see that work is being done. It will be a nice facility for the Elders to have their meals and participate in different activities and I know we are all looking forward to the completion of this project. The Business Council has been working on the strategic plan and has a lot of good ideas planned for the Nation. We are looking into agriculture, and other business ventures, because we want to become a financially stable Nation where we won’t have to depend on gaming. The Council is looking at different things and we hope to be able to present these ideas and move forward to make the Pawnee Nation a diversified business. It’s been hard with the budget cuts, with the sequestration. We have some good news though, I.H.S. (Indian Health Services) received an increase in the budget for 2014 by 300 million dollars but then the Congress told I.H.S. how the money would be allocated but they didn’t appropriate additional monies to B.I.A. (Bureau of Indian Affairs ). So Tribal leaders are still negotiating with the I.H.S. and B.I.A. and I’ve attended many different budget meetings with the B.I.A. and I.H.S. working on budget formulas and relations for 2015-2016. We are trying to get our funding back from what we lost from the last few years and I am hopeful that this will happen. We have some new hires around the Tribal offices. In this Chaticks si Chaticks issue, you will see the different ones who have been hired to fill different positions. We wish them well and thank them for their willingness to serve our Pawnee People. A new Executive Director was hired for the tribe, her name is Lisa Gover. She comes from Albuquerque, N.M. and I know she will help steer us in good direction here at the Pawnee Nation. I would like to make a request for our Veterans Dance coming up in November. I would like to ask the Veterans to get with all of the ones that received a Silver Medal of Honor at the Code Talkers Ceremony in Washington, D.C., along with the gold medal that was given to the Tribe, and put the medals on display for all of our Tribal members to view. This was a great honor for Congress and the U.S. Government to honor our Pawnee Code Talkers with the highest medal that can be given. It was long overdue this kind of recognition and I would like to display the achievements of those men who were honored. It is at this time of year where things start to bloom and sprout. Mother Earth starts to produce all of her wonderful beauty in the flowers and trees, and everything starts to come alive. I want to wish everyone a prosperous Year. In closing, let us remember in prayer, our service men and women, our elders, our youth, and the Pawnee Nation. For we belong to the greatest Nation on the face of this earth. 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 Chaticks si Chaticks All rights reserved. No part of this publication 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: Suzy Knife Chief (L to R), Jamie Jestes, Crystal McNeill and Rosetta Clark (eagle mascot) visit area schools to promote healthy lifestyles. Article on Page 12. Photo by John D. McAlister Printed with permission Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 3 Spring 2014 The Pawnee Arts Center The Pawnee Arts Center offers events that promote the Native America 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. every Thursday and by appointment. For more information, contact Gale Pemberton at (308) 226-8286 or at gale1938@live.com or visit www. Substance Abuse Program (SAP) Every Wednesday of the month, the SAP support group meets from 7 - 8 thepawneeartscenter.org. p.m. in the SAP building. For details, call ( 918) 762-2153. Pawnee Indian Veterans’ Homecoming The Pawnee Indian Veterans’ 68th Annual Homecoming Powwow will Pawnee Business Council Meetings 2014 April 9 and 23; May 14 and 28; June 11 and 25. PBC Meetings are held be held July 3 - 6 at Memorial Field. The Homecoming will honor miliat the Roam Chief Event Center. Prayer Breakfasts will be held April 9, tary service men and women from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. May 14 and June 11 at 7:30 a.m. at the Roam Chief Event Center. Dates Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. For more information, visit www.pawneenation.org or visit the Pawnee Nation Facebook subject to change. For more information, call (918) 762-3621. page. Tribal Development Corporation Visit www.pawneenation.org for additional information about the PTDC meetings held Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Corporate Office Pawnee Nation and upcoming events. For information about PawConference Room located on the second floor of the Health and Comnee Nation College, visit www.pawneenationcollege.org. munity Services building. Community members welcome. For more information, call (918) 762-4832. Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma - (918) 762-3621 Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation - (918) 762-4832 Pawnee Tribal Court Indian Health Services - (918) 762-2517 Court will be held the first Wednesday of each month. For more inforPawnee Nation College - (918) 762-3343 mation, call (918) 762-3649. Education Free General Educational Development (GED) classes have resumed. For more information, call the Pawnee Nation College at (918) 7623363. Pawnee Nation Featured on “KUSH Team in the Morning” By Toni Hill Communications Manager Photo by Toni Hill Nation features different programs and services on the “KUSH Team in the Morning” show hosted by Molly Payne. Recent radio personalities include Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover and Pawnee Chief Editor William Howell pose with KUSH host Molly Payne Gover and Pawat KUSH Radio. nee Chief Editor William Howell. The lyrics and notes of the PawThese American nee Nation Flag and Prayer songs veterans highlighted a recent honor greet Pawnee Tribal members when welcomed by the Pawnee Nation. they listen to the Pawnee Nation On Nov. 20, 2013, the U.S. Govradio spots aired monthly on the ernment honored World War II vet“KUSH Team in the Morning” show. eran code talkers during a CongresThese revered selections, per- sional Gold Medal Ceremony held formed by Tribal member Herb at the Emancipation Hall located in Adson, highlight each of the seg- the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, Disments syndicated by KUSH Radio, trict of Columbia, Wash. (www.1600kush.com). The Pawnee Pawnee honorees included Frank Davis, Brummett EchoHawk, Grant Gover, Phillip Gover, Enoch Jim, Chauncey Matlock, Harold Morgan, Floyd Rice and Henry Stoneroad, Sr. These Native service men helped to defeat enemies of the United States by sending classified, coded transmissions in their native languages undetectable by opposing forces. Other “KUSH Team in the Morning” guests included Nasharo Chief Warren “Jr” Pratt as he shared personal reflections of the heart regarding Pawnee Nation. Tribal topics profiled encompassed the Pawnee Nation Community Health Representatives/ Emergency Medical Services (CHR/ EMS) and Health Education programs. According to the Tribal website, www.pawneenation.org, the CHR/ EMS/HE programs strive to provide quality outreach health care services and health promotion/disease prevention services to Native Americans. The mission, to increase awareness and knowledge regarding various health issues while empowering individuals to assume responsibility for personal health. Substance Abuse Program (SAP) Coordinator Barbara Attocknie and SAP Counselor Mike Ortiz, where also highlighted on “KUSH Team in the Morning.” Attocknie and Ortiz discussed program services offered through the SAP and the PN Fitness Center. Special guest Oklahoma State Trooper Antonio Porter, also shared his personal story of loss due to a sibling’s choice to drive intoxicated. The SAP offers alcohol and drug abuse outpatient counseling, weekly support groups, community education and prevention activities. Support Group Meetings are also held on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at the Substance Abuse Office. For more information, visit www.pawneenation.org or contact the Pawnee Nation Communications Office at (918) 762-3621. For more information on the SAP, visit Page 14 of this publication. Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 4 Pawnee nation tribal Community Happy 1st Birthday Gavin Jones! We love you! Love, Mom, Dad, Kamden, Aiden and Ian Birth Announcement Submitted Photo Photo by Jodi Goodfox-Jones Happy Birthday! Submitted Photo Happy Birthday! Happy 5th Birthday Robert Joe Rice. You have been a blessing to us all! Love, Mom and Donnie. Editor’s note: The photo quality was comprised in transition but placed due to importance. Trenton was born Jan. 8, 2014, at 4:12 p.m., weighing 4 pounds. 14 oz. and was 17.3 inches long, to Ryan and Anne Fisher. Trenton’s paternal grandparent is Kathy Salmon Daniels. Maternal grandparents are John and Kathleen Mowry. Paternal great-grandparents are Rowena Morris Salmon and the late James Edward Salmon. Grandpa William Mathews Remembered Lost Yesterday Submitted by Theda GoodFox Kresge Contributing Writer I was 5 years old when I started school. My birthday being in December, I would have had to wait until the following year for entry. Perhaps the family, for reasons of their own, decided to foist me onto the country school, one and a half miles from my grandparents house; where my formal education began. I remember Grandpa Mathews walking with me on the country road on some mornings. Carrying my green lunch pail and holding his hand, I chattered blithely with the innocence of ignorance. I so loved Grandpa Mathews and Grandma Nannie; they were my world. When we came to the sharp corner where the dirt road stretched onward toward the wooden one-room schoolhouse, Grandpa Mathews would stop, motioning me to go on. book!” I loved reading, especially I did, turning frequently to wave the fairy tales. They always brought and he would raise his arm to wave me a book and I devoured the stome on. ries; especially the fairy tales. I reAs I kept walking, I turned member others; Hans Brinker and again to wave and he waved back. the Silver Skates, Black Beauty. Soon I was not certain if he still I was in the second grade, when stood at the corner. The hazy fall everything changed; never to be the air and the thicket of Blackjack same again. trees that lined the road cast dark It was November; the drone of shadows and I wasn’t certain if he students was as usual. Suddenly was still there. But, I trudged on to an adult relative was at the schoolschool. house. She talked to the teacher, I had accompanied my grand- then I was told to get my coat and parents on their travels in the years leave with the relative. I remember before my academic entry. How- the relative said, “Grandpa’s gone. ever, education put a stop to my Now, Grandma is sad, so be good traveling with them. When my to her.” grandparents prepared to leave on Grandpa Mathews was buried in out- of- town trips, they would ask the South Cemetery. I had not cried, what I wanted them to bring me. even at the funeral parlor, when relMy reply was always, “A atives and others were sorrowing. When we were at the cemetery, my Uncle Stacy was with me while the others were milling around the coffin. Uncle Stacy spoke, “Grandpa’s gone. You’re never going to see him anymore.” Then the tears came; my heart was broken. Life changed. Forever. Not just for me, but for all the family. I believe the reader will understand when I share this. In my life there have been times when I have been in a crisis or a situation that seemed unbearable and I have cried out to my grandparents, my ancestors. And always, a path opens. Today, I give thanks to the Creator for my grandfather William Mathews and my grandmother Nannie. They gave me a strong foundation. I am grateful. Page 5 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 PAWNEE NATION PROGRAM AND SERVICES Photo by Louise Stevens By Louise Stevens Administration Assistant Jason Campos (L to R) and Helen Pickering enjoy a break. The Pawnee Nation Property and Maintenance Department is responsible for maintaining all buildings and grounds on the Pawnee Nation reserve. The Community Building, Roamchief building, Roundhouse, and Wellness Center are all facilities that may be rented out through our department. Facility rental is based on a first come first serve basis, No rentals are taken over the phone. Our department is also responsible for housekeeping of the Pawnee Nation Tribal Buildings. Jason Campos, Helen Horsechief, and Jarred Kanuho are our housekeepers. The gentlemen responsible for maintaining and repairing our Tribal buildings are Robert Pratt, and Ron Cooper, while Faron Thompson and Bob Johnson are the men responsible for cleaning and maintaining our grounds and groundskeeping. Jimmy Jestes is the Division Director, and Louise Stevens is the administrative assistant/utilities clerk. If you have any questions about renting a facility please call 918/762-2273. Photo by Louise Stevens Facilities Support the Employees of Pawnee Nation Ron Cooper (L to R) and Robbie Pratt enjoy serving the Pawnee Nation. Human Resources Essential in Employee Relations Submitted Photo By Shelby Exum Human Resources Manager The Pawnee Nation’s Office of Human Resources is responsible for all aspects of personnel management. This scope of work includes, but is not limited to, advertising vacant positions, recruiting highly qualified and skilled applicants, managing employee relations and administering benefit plans. Additional duties include developing and de- ploying policies and procedures, maintaining personnel and payroll records, monitoring compliance with applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, establishing wage and compensation rates, and providing relevant training. For more information or to view current career options, visit www.pawneenation.org. pawnee nation COLLEGE Jessica Leading Fox Selected as the PNC Princess Submitted Photo Submitted by Vicky LaClair Leading Fox Jessica is an enrolled member of the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma and is also descended from the Ponca Tribe and Mississippi Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Parents are Pat and Vicky LeClair Leading Fox. She has two sisters, Sky Seeing Ruth and Isabelle Bayhylle Leading Fox in the home and two other siblings, Junior and Skidi Leading Fox. Her paternal grandparents are Chester and Myrtle Pratt Leading Fox. Her great-grandparents are John and Lizzy Sky Seeing Leading Fox and Adam and Hazel White Pratt. Her maternal grandparents are Douglas LeClair, Julia Bayhylle, and adopted grandfather, Dennis Belindo. Her great-grandparents are Edwin and Elsie Bayhylle and Pascale and Thankful LeClair. Jessica is into her second semester at Pawnee Nation College. She is majoring in American Indian Studies. Her interests include museum studies and early childhood development. Aside from her full time schedule at PNC, she works part time for Pawnee Nation Education Department. Her previous titles include: 2012/13 Standing Bear Princess, 2011 Pawnee Nation Princess, and 2010/11 Pawnee Indian Veterans Homecoming Princess. Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 6 PAWNEE NATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Pawnee Nation Education Department Offers Summer Programs Submitted by Suzy Knife Chief Photo by Toni Hill Youth Services Coordinator Summer workers Anna Pratt and Krystal LeadingFox enjoy spending time with Kimbre, Hudson, Ellie, Cody, Talli, Bugsy and Aaliyska (not listed in order) during the 2013 Summer Youth Work Experience Program. Photo reprinted from the Chaticks si Chaticks Summer 2013 issue with permission. Pawnee Nation Education Division’s Youth Services Department is now accepting applications for Summer Youth Work Experience Program. The program is for ages 14 – 21 that may be eligible for work experience services. The program targets youth who have little or no work experience. Youth are required to complete an application, provide required documentation, attend a formal interview, and then are scheduled a work site throughout Pawnee Nation and the community. Application deadline is on Friday, May 9, 2014. Download the application from our website at www. pawneenation.org. Pawnee Nation Education Division’s Youth Services Department will hold a Cultural and Language Thank you Pawnee Nation Submitted by Pawnee Nation Foster Children Christmas Committee The Pawnee Nation Foster Children Christmas Committee would like to say thank you to the following originations and individuals for giving a helping hand in our 2013 Christmas party for our Pawnee foster care children; the Pawnee Business Council (PBC), the SAP (Substance Abuse Program), the Pawnee Nation Law Enforcement Staff, the Diabetes Program, White’s Foodliner, the Pawnee Nation Employees Club, the Pawnee Nation College Student Government Association, Jarred Kanuho, Adrian Spottedhorsechief, Marshall Gover, Bruce Pratt and Ron and Linda Wells. The committee and the foster children greatly appreciate everyone who was involved. All of the children had a great time; there were many laughs and smiles shared! Thank you to our PBC for the Valentines for our Pawnee Nation foster care children. The children loved the small gifts and enjoyed the candy. Camp in June. No date or time as been set. Look for more information about the camp as it comes near on Pawnee Nation’s Facebook, www. pawneenation.org. An application must be completed and will be available May 1, 2014. Pawnee Nation Education Division’s Youth Service Department will have a Summer Reading Program for 1st and 2nd grades only starting in July, after Pawnee Indian Veteran’s Homecoming. More details will be in our next Chaticks si Chaticks in June. Applications will need to be completed and will be available June 1, 2014. For more information; contact Youth Services Coordinator Suzy Knife Chief, at (918) 762-3227. “No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.” -- Charles Dickens 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. Chaticks si Chaticks The deadline for the Summer 2014 Chaticks si Chaticks is May 30, 2014. This issue will cover events and news for the months of April, May and June 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. Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 7 Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill Education and Training Specialist Elisha Pratt enjoys his role as part of the Education Division. Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill Accountant James Rice searches for documents. Wesley Twins also joined Pawnee Nation as the Finance Division Director (photo not available). Photo by Toni Hill Pawnee Nation Learning Center Director Christa Pratt oversees the safety of the children and staff of the Learning Center. Childcare Teacher Sarah Sparks captures a brief moment of rest. Accountant Nancy Moore pauses for a quick photo. Fitness Center Attendant Damon Roughface demonstrates proper usage of the Fitness Center equipment. Photo by Toni Hill Learning Center Chiidcare Teacher Jodi Sparks hold Andy Pratt. Photo by Toni Hill PAWNEE NATION EMPLOYEES Fitness Center Attendant Zachary Martinez tries out the weights. Childcare Teacher Samantha Roughface holds Rylee Sands, daughter of Elise Peters and Nathan Sands and granddaughter of Enrollment Manager Carrie Peters. Page 8 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 PAWNEE NATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Pawnee and City Firefighter Teams Work Together Photo by Toni Hill Submitted by Toni Hill Communications Manager Pawnee Nation’s Fire Department responds to a HAZMAT incident that occurred within the City of Pawnee on Feb. 19. Although a major mission of the Pawnee Nation Fire and Rescue Department involves preservation of life and property from the detrimental effects of fires and medical emergencies, members also respond to HAZMAT concerns. The fire and rescue team focuses on rapid response to emergencies in addition to providing appropriate intervention and community education. As requested, the Pawnee Nation team works in unity with the City of Pawnee. This teamwork was profiled during a fuel spill on Feb. 19 when a semi-truck had an accident on U.S. Highway 18. The Pawnee Nation HAZMAT and Fire Department staff responded to assist with containment of the spill. The City of Pawnee crews worked in tandem to secure the area and provide assistance to the driver of the semi-truck. Pawnee Nation’s HAZMAT team focused on the containment of potential dangerous substances as depicted in the photo above. The Pawnee Nation HAZMAT Team responds to spills, leaks, discharge and other instances where hazardous chemicals including sol- id, liquid and gas are present. The Pawnee Nation Fire Department responds to incidences that occur with Pawnee Nation jurisdiction as a priority. In the interest of honoring Mutual Aid agreements, staff does respond to incidents involving wildland fires, car wrecks and HAZMAT situations within the surrounding communities. Response is provided as needed and may involve up to three or more calls per week depending on need. The favor is returned by the City of Pawnee and other municipalities. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) defines mutual aid agreements and assistance agreements as understandings between different agencies, organizations, and jurisdictions that expedite emergency response times and provide support after an emergency. Resources shared include personnel, equipment, materials and other associated services. The HAZMAT team consists of Pawnee Nation Chief Ranger/Firefighter Monty Matlock, Ranger Kelly Kersey, Emergency Services Coordinator Gerald Woommavovah, Environmental Specialist Darrel Banning and Transportation Assistant Manager Rhonda James along with volunteer firefighter Rusty Helm. Pawnee Nation Transportation Manager Chris McCray also assists. Prevent Poisoning Poison Control Centers' national help line number 1-800-222-1222 • Program the number into your phone's "address book" or speed dial feature. • Read the product label first and follow the directions to the letter. • Never transfer pesticides and other household chemical products to other containers, particularly those that may be mistaken for food or a beverage. • Don't use empty pesticide containers to store anything else. No matter how well you wash the container, it could still contain residues of the pesticide and could harm someone. • Seal products after each use and store up and out of a children's reach. • Use products with tamperresistant bait stations to protect children and pets from exposure to mouse and rat poison. • Remove children, pets and toys before applying pesticides (inside or outside the home). Read label directions to determine when children and pets can re-enter the area that has been treated. Information reprinted courtesy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.poisonprevention.org. BIA FIRE Pawnee Nation Enrollment Department Change of Address Authorization BIA Wildland firefighters respond to fire related incidents on tribal lands and within the United States based on the geographical region assigned. Situations encountered include wild land fires and natural disaster relief. A BIA Fire Scout Basic Academy is scheduled for May 6, 2014. All events will take place at Pawnee Nation Fire and Rescue, 301 Agency Rd., Pawnee, Okla. For more information, call (918) 762-3655. Visit www.nifc.gov/medical_standards/Links/index.html to download forms. Date:____________ Date of Birth: _____________ Name: _____________________________________ Current Address: _____________________________ Enrollment Number: _____ _____________________ Signature of enrolled member or guardian ____________________________________________ Mail to: Pawnee Nation Enrollment Department P.O. Box 470, Pawnee, OK 74058 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 9 pawnee nation Title VI “They lived in Earth lodge towns in the Spring” Submitted by Deb Echo-Hawk dens in Oklahoma [Kudos to Pawnee Seed Preservation Project/Nasharo]. The nutritional value of our seeds is high -seeds that sustained the Pawnee for hundreds of years. “They lived in Earth lodge towns in the Spring & Fall for agricultural purposes. In the spring they’d plant 10 varieties of corn, 8 varieties of beans, 7 varieties of squash & Corn, a staple in Native American culture that offers more pumpkin, & there’d than nourishment. also be melons, tobacco, . & sunflowers & in the Ten years goes by quickly … fall they’d harvest it. Just to give From November 2003 through perspective of how important their 2013 our Pawnee ancestral seeds food was is my tribe’s word for returned to Nebraska land where all mother & corn are the same, it’s seeds were eventually replenished. Atira. It’s ironic because when you We had as many as 18 gardens drive through the old homelands of across Nebraska [Kudos to Ronnie Nebraska all you see is corn ...” – O’Brien]and as many as five garPhoto by Deb Echo-Hawk Title VI Coordinator EARTH DAY Excerpt - 2013 Kearney Summer April 22 -“Plant a seed, grow a Internship Maintaining Home- healthy future” land Ties Report by Intern MiJoin the Cycle of chael Knifechief. Pawnee Gardening Mr. Knifechief worked the 2012 and 2013 seasons as his college schedule permitted April 18 - Blessing at 1 p.m. at the on the Kearney, Neb.’s Great Multi-Purpose Building Platt River Archway Museum grounds where the 2010 MHA April 22 - Seed Disbursement at the Nation Builders and 14 Pawnee Multi-Purpose Building ((Pictures interns built a 65 feet in diam- of garden spots and CDIB cards reeter Earth Lodge next to our an- quired for ancestral seeds) cestral garden. Here Knifechief, like the five Pawnee interns beNation College and the Nasharo to fore him, assisted in planting and do community gardens. Call (918) cultivating our traditional Garden 762-3621 to volunteer, attend planof Corn and Pawnee Bush Beans ning meetings or to obtain informausing the hill method. Knifechief tion. transplanted Arikara Sun Flowers Our seed cycle: In the spring used as fencing around the garden. we host a blessing of all the seeds. All season he conducted tours of the After the ground is prepared, we Earth Lodge and worked tirelessly distribute the seeds. In the fall we in the gardens. harvest the crops and in the winter The 2014 gardens will be in months seed keepers store away the Oklahoma and Nebraska. There is seeds. a keen interest by our Executive Now it is time for the Akitaru to Director Lisa Gover, the Pawnee keep the old ways new. pawnee nation tribal member highlight Crafting Ancient Tradition Pawnee craftsman John Knifechief keeps his tribe’s warrior traditions alive “When the accident happened, I went back to my dad’s old teachings. That’s how I pay the bills and raise my son.” In addition to bows and arrows, Knifechief creates other traditional Pawnee tools and weapons. Using such materials as deer buckhorn, wild turkey feathers, deer and calf sinew and flint collected from around the region, the artist knows the history and tradition behind each handmade object. “When the young men of the tribe first became warriors, they would use these to hunt,” he says of his four-foot-long buffalo arrows. In addition to the arrows and bows, he also makes such tools as buffalo knives and spears, hide scrapers, tomahawks and war clubs and shields. Knifechief says there are many personally rewarding aspects of Photo by Brandon Scott/Oklahoma Magazine/used with permission By Tara Malone Oklahoma Magazine Printed Feb. 25, 2014/www.okmag.com Reprinted with permission John Knifechief has embraced traditions of his ancestors by crafting traditional native tools. While riding his motorcycle on a rainy day, Knifechief was hit head-on by a driver who swerved into his lane. The accident took a grim toll. Knifechief’s foot had to be reattached by surgeons, and he spent almost eight months in the care of his brother, Charles. Unable to work to this day, the single dad says he turned to his past to secure his and his then-5-yearold son’s futures. “My dad was a farmer in Pawnee, Oklahoma, and when he would plow the fields, I would pick up the arrowheads and flint and watch him make bows and arrows,” the full-blood member of the Pawnee Tribe says. his work, including teaching the craft to others, including his son. “I’m the only one left in my tribe to carry on the handmade tradition of bows and arrows,” he says. “I get to honor my father…I think this is a dying art, and I’m happy and honored to carry on the tradition of bow- and arrow-making.” Reprinted with permission from Oklahoma Magazine/Schuman Publishing. Page 10 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Pawnee Night at the Tulsa Oilers President Bruce Oilers General Manager Taylor Hall holds the StoneWolf Pratt and Coun- Casino Cup to be presented to the winning team by the cil Seat 4 Repre- StoneWolf Casino. sentative Liana Chapman Teter performed the “puck drop” that signified the start of the electrifying match between two meritorious teams determined to out-match the other. “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.” Although the Wichita Thunder team won the match-up 3-2, the warrior spirit of the Tulsa Oilers held until the last whistle blew. The Wichita Thunder team members were presented with the StoneWolf Casino Cup at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita following the fourteenth and final meeting of the season between the Oilers and Thunder. Photo by Les Stockton /printed with permission “Pawnee Nation Night” at the Tulsa Oilers offered many exciting components including an on-ice battle between two competitive teams that heated up the ice. The event, sponsored by the Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation (PTDC) and StoneWolf Casino, was held Friday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m., in the BOK Center located in Tulsa. The Tulsa Oilers and the Wichita Thunder, two of the original six franchises in the Central Hockey League, have the longestrunning 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, a business venture of the Pawnee Nation. Pawnee Nation Tribal members along with employees received free admission and hockey punks embossed with the StoneWolf emblem and the Pawnee Nation Seal. A slideshow highlighting the Pawnee Nation and Pawnee dancing led by Warren “Jr” Pratt, preceded the game. Images of the StoneWolf brand and the Pawnee Nation Seal highlighted the screens throughout the game. Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover, Vice Pawnee Dancers perform a War Dance. During the production, Warren “Jr.” Pratt educated spectators of Pawnee customs and culture. Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill The Pawnee dancers that performed under the leadership of Warren “Jr” Pratt at Pawnee Nation Night held at the Tulsa Oilers. (Left to Right) Taylor Pratt, Jessica Leading Fox, Caleb Tiger, Jr Pratt, Anna Pratt, Jack Jim, Jarred Kanuho, Jordan Kanuho and Wynter Stewart. Kids in front are Cora Pratt and Adam Pratt. Photo by Toni Hill Pawnee Nation night Tulsa Oilers By Toni Hill, Communications Manager Contributions by Lindsey Teter, Tribal Development Corporation Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover, Vice President Bruce Pratt and Council Seat 4 Representative Liana Chapman Teter performed the “puck drop.” Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 11 Tribal Safety Workshop Educates Participants Photo by Toni Hill Pawnee Nation Transportation Manager Chris McCray (L to R), Pawnee Nation Transportation Assistant Manager Rhonda James, Local Government Specialist Karla Sisco and Tribal Technical Assistance Program Southern Plains Manager Jim Self present information on safety during the Pawnee Nation Tribal Safety Workshop held Feb. 26. Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper Antonio Porter, Pawnee Nation Ranger Monty Matlock, Pawnee Nation Asst. Police Chief Gene Howell and Highway Patrol Lt. Gabe Leach at the Pawnee Nation Tribal Safety Workshop. On Dec. 5 and 6 the Pawnee Nation Department of Transportation and Safety (PNDOTS) conducted a Road Safety Audit (RSA) Training and Field Visit in Pawnee, Okla. as a first step in developing the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Tribal Transportation Safety Management Plan. This RSA will be used to better engineer the identified areas using low-cost, high impact techniques. The PNDOTS goal is to promote livability and sustainability while also creating a safe environment for all modes of transportation. RSA’s have proven to be an effective tool for improving the safety of all roadway users. This formal safety evaluation, conducted by an independent and multidisciplinary team of stakeholders, identifies potential road safety issues and opportunities for improvement. On Feb. 26, 2014 the Pawnee Nation Department of Transportation and Safety (PNDOTS) conducted a Tribal Safety Workshop. The purpose of this workshop was to gather information and ideas from local, county, state and tribal officials as well as other stakeholders, to create a Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Tribal Transportation Safety Management Plan. The Pawnee Nation received Tribal Transportation Program and villages within the boundary. The workshop brought together stakeholders who could address the 4 E’s of Safety: Engineering, Enforcement, Education, and Emergency Response/ Management. The stakeholders identified and discussed safety issue(s)/concern(s), safety approaches for each issue(s)/ concern(s), integration with other safety plans, identify implementation steps, and identification of responsible parties/ “Champions.” The next step will be to com- pile a “Draft” Plan for review by the stakeholders. A second workshop will then be convened to review and adjust the plan and to approve a Final Plan. The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Safety Management Plan will be a useful tool, used to coordinate safety interventions within the Long Range Plans of the tribe and will contribute to the continuing efforts of providing, greater, livability and sustainability for the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, its members and the surrounding area. Photo by TERO Employee Garon Cozad-Tawkoyty Safety Funds (TTPSF) in the amount of $12,500, from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), to create a Tribal Transportation Safety Management Plan. A Tribal Transportation Safety Management Plan is used to identify issues and areas of concern that need to have some type of safety intervention(s). The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Safety Management Plan encompasses the traditional boundaries of the Pawnee Nation, including all incorporated and unincorporated cities, towns The Transportation Department consisting of (L to R) Transportation Technician/ HEO I J.T. Jestes, Transportation Technician Foreman Darrell Flowers, Transportation and Safety Assistant Manager Rhonda James and Transportation & Safety Manager Chris McCray, serves the Pawnee Nation. Pawnee Nation Transportation Photo by Toni Hill By Chris McCray Transportation Tech II Page 12 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 PAWNEE NATION DIABETES PROGRAM EAP Encourages Healthy and Active Lifestyles By Crystal McNeill Diabetes Program Coordinator Photo by Jaelyn Jestes The Eagle Adventure Program (EAP) is a program designed to present and de (Top Left), monstrate the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and the prevention of Type 2 diabetes to students of grades 1-3. The EAP was originally developed by the Chickasaw Nation Get Fresh! and Nutrition Programs. In the effort to educate students on such topics in a positive, interacting and fun approach, the Chickasaw Nation was searching for another tribal program to accept the challenge of being trained and independently implementing this program within their service area. Pawnee Nation Diabetes Program was completely on board following a three -day EA workshop in 2012. Mrs. Bales 1st Grade Class show appreciation for the visit. Photo by Jaelyn Jestes Ms. McFarland’s 1st Grade class poses with the eagle mascot. Photo by Jaelyn Jestes Photo by Jaelyn Jestes Following a year of training and prepping, the Pawnee Nation Diabetes Program in collaboration with Suzy KnifeChief, Youth Services coordinator, has begun implementation of the EAP. We are currently educating 165 students within Pawnee Elementary Schools for the spring semester (Jan. 14 – March 27, 2014). This making Pawnee Nation the first tribe in Oklahoma to successfully adopt and independently execute Eagle Adventure. We kicked off the year with the Pawnee Tribal members from the Pawnee Schools 1st grade class pose Eagle Adventure Play which was held with the mascot. Jan. 23, 2014. Grades 1–5 were attendance and Bruce Pratt, vice president each student received a secret gift for participatPawnee Business Council represented the Paw- ing. (Due to this article being printed before the nee Nation as our guest speaker. program ends, the name of gift will not be menThroughout the program, each student received tioned.) a set of four Eagle Adventure Books, recipes, I would like to take this time to thank all the “NestWork” (Mr. Eagle’s version of homework), teachers and staff at Pawnee Elementary School and various tools and materials to take home for for allowing and supporting us to come into their the entire family to enjoy. classrooms and present our materials. They have During presentations, healthy snacks were been very welcoming and always willing to lend provided and class room activities demonstrated a hand. by educators and students. Thank You! All materials are issued to each student in their own EA folder. At the end of the program, Mr. Barrick’s 3rd Grade class learns valuable information about living healthy. Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 13 PAWNEE NATION ENROLLMENT DEPARTMENT The Pawnee Nation Enrollment Department requests information from the Pawnee Nation Tribal Members listed below. Individuals with any information are asked to call Carrie Peters, Enrollment manager, or Karen Haymond, Enrollment administrative assistant, at (918) 762-3624. If the person listed is a minor, contact will need to be made by a parent or legal guardian. Kitty Madelon Aspen All Sophia Monique Barreras Vivica Faye Barreras Brenda Sue Barrone Charles Anthony Battiest Wanda Timlyn Battiest Michael James Beets Grant Echohawk Burgess Alice Lena Cole Victoria Florine Collins Heathe Torry Champagne John Kelly Caudle Monica Rachael Carranza Louis Aaron Caesar Judy Kay Dement Tobin Rae Echo Hawk Kathryn Ellen Ellis Bruce Allen Fields Christopher O’Neal Furr McKayla Maria Gonzalez Darrell James Gardipe Janis Giblon Larry Allen Gibson Robert Gene Gilmore Vernon Lee Hall Hannah Jeanne Hassell Jeffrey Michael Hassell Todd Andrew Hassell Jo Esta Hartwick John Hickey Jr. Cynthia Lou Hopkins Roberta Stout Hutson James Daryl Johnston Robyn Leigh Keune Kiddickey Della Kirkland Lauren Laventure Isabelle M Long Laura Roseann Munoz Rosemary A Munoz Roger Michael Munoz Elizabeth Dawn Moses Camille Christine Mora Cecelia Rae McHugh Linda Ann Morrison Christopher Kelly Olsen Cody Kyle Olsen Tiffany Sue Pappan Diane Marie Pappan Carl J Partridge Vincent Keith Partridge Alexis Mayo Romeros Mvhayv Marie Ramirez Leslie Elizabeth Reed Cecil Rice Richard Edward Roberts Jennifer Leigh Rowe Ralph Buster Scott Michelle Susanne Scully Franklin A Smith Mary E Smith Joshua Pangelinan Stein John Steely Scully James Jett Scully Boe Joseph Toahty Johnnie Darwin Villines Connie Jo Wooldridge PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS #13-96 – A Resolution to approve a request for a no-cost modification/ extension until June 30, 2014 for the Pari Elders Project – Approved Dec. 18, 2013 by a vote seven for, zero against, zero abstaining, zero absent and one not voting (President Gover). #13-97 – A resolution to approve the grant of limited waiver of sovereign immunity between the Vogles and the PTDC limited to those parties only, for this Contract only and only against the assets and funds of the PTDC – RECINDED Jan. 8, 2014 by a vote of six for, zero against, zero abstaining, one absent (M.Nuttle) and one not voting (President Gover). #13-98 – A resolution to approve that all Federal and State Grant Program budgets are approved to continue at the 2013 approved spending level with a Quarterly Cost Revenue no later than Feb. 1, 2014 pending the approval of the FY 2014 Budgets – Approved Dec. 18, 2013 by a vote of seven for, zero against, zero abstaining, zero absent and one not staining, one absent (M.Nuttle) and zero against, zero abstaining, one voting (President Gover). one not voting (President Gover). absent (M.Nuttle) and one not voting (President Gover). #13-58 – A resolution to approve the #14-03 - A resolution to approve that negotiated lease with Mark Liegerot all Federal and State Grant Program #14-06 – A resolution to authorize of Chilicco Lease property totaling budgets are approved to continue at the following staff under the Aid to 823.56 acres for the period of five the 2013 approved spending level Tribal Government Program to exyears – Approved Jan. 8, 2014 by a with a Quarterly Cost Revenue no ecute the Indian Preference Form vote of six for, zero against, zero ab- later than March 31, 2014 pending (BIA-4432) namely Marshall R. staining, one absent (M.Nuttle) and the approval of the FY 2014 Bud- Gover, President of the Pawnee one not voting (President Gover). gets – Approved Feb. 1, 2014 by a Business Council; Lisa Gover, Exvote of six for, zero against, zero ab- ecutive Director; Carrie Peters, En#14-01 – A resolution to confirm staining, one absent (R.Tilden) and rollment Director; or Phammie N. the appointment of the Honorable one not voting (President Gover). Littlesun, Secretary of the Pawnee Jon Douthitt to serve as Chief Judge Business Council to certify and sign of the Pawnee Nation District Court #14-04 – A resolution for Tribal dis- said document – Approved Feb. for a six year term to expire Jan. 8, bursement in the amount not to ex- 24, 2014 by a vote of six for, zero 2020 – Approved Jan. 8, 2014 by a ceed $22,000.00 from the Proceeds against, zero abstaining, one abvote of seven for, zero against, zero of Labor Account for the Pawnee sent (M.Nuttle) and one not voting abstaining, zero absent and one not Tribal Museum Budget – Approved (President Gover). voting (President Gover). Feb. 12, 2014 by a vote of six for, zero against, zero abstaining, one #14-02 – A resolution to approve the absent (President Gover), and one Disclaimer: The Communigrant of limited waiver of sovereign not voting (Vice-President Pratt). cations Office prints the PBC immunity between the Vogles and Resolutions as received with the the PTDC limited to those parties #14-05 – A resolution to approve exception of minor edits to conform with the AP Style layout of only, for this Contract only and only the submission of a NAGPRA grant the Chaticks si Chaticks. against the assets and funds of the proposal to the Nation Park Service PTDC – Approved Jan. 8, 2014 by a for a 10-month grant – Approved vote of six for, zero against, zero ab- Feb. 24, 2014 by a vote of six for, Page 14 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 SUSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM Pawnee Nation SAP Offers Healthy Steps Pawnee Nation website, www.pawneenation.org Printed with permission of the Communications office Services gible Indian population within the service area of Pawnee. The service unit area for the Substance Abuse program is a thirty- five mile radius of Pawnee. The Indian population served is approximately 3,600 Native Americans representing the Pawnee, Ponca, Otoe-Missouria, Osage, Kaw and Tonkawa Tribes. The community based prevention service includes the identification of persons at risk for developing problems related to substance abuse issues. Direct services provided to individuals and/or groups include outpatient counseling for adult clients, referral to primary residential programs and outreach and aftercare treatment services. The SAP emphasizes improved self-image, value and attitude clarification, decision-making and recognition of the physical and emotional effects of alcohol and substance abuse and constructive processes for dealing with stress. (L to R), SAP Counselor Mike Ortiz, Oklahoma State Trooper Antonio Porter and SAP CoFor more information, please ordinator and Counselor Barbara Attocknie share a mission of promoting drug and subreivew the article entitled Pawnee stance free lives. For more information, please review the article entitled Pawnee Nation Featured on “KUSH Team in the Morning” located on Page 3 of this publication. Nation Featured on “KUSH Team in the Morning” located on Page 3 The Pawnee Nation Substance prevention activities for the treat- of this publication. Abuse Program (SAP) provides ment and prevention of alcoholism counseling services and community and substance abuse among the eli- Alcohol and drug abuse outpatient counseling Help for families in crisis Referrals to inpatient treatment centers Medical and non-medical detoxification Individual counseling for adult clients Weekly support groups Community education Photo by Toni Hill Prevention activities Fitness Center Support Group Meeting Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Substance Abuse Office SAP (918) 762 - 2153 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Smoking Proven To Cause Health Hazards Press Release: For immediate release Contact: Sallie Williams Community of Excellence Native American M-Power Program 604 Kihekah Pawhuska, OK 74056 918-287-5442 swilliams@osagetribe.org OKLAHOMANS AND PREVENTABLE DEATHS Smoking is Oklahoma’s number one cause of preventable death, killing an estimated 6,000 Oklahomans each year—more than alcohol, auto accidents, AIDS, suicides, murders and illegal drugs combined. “Cigarette smokers die younger than nonsmokers”. In fact, smoking decreases a person’s life expectancy by 10-12 years. Smokers between the ages of 35 and 70 have death rates three times higher than those who have never smoked. While the odds for those trying crack or alcohol and becoming addicts are 1 in 6 and 1 in 10 respectively, they’re 9 in 10 for cigarette smokers,” reports the Chief of Clinical Pharmacology, National Institute on Drug Abuse. Smoking is a major risk factor for each of Oklahoma’s four most deadly heart diseases, cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and stroke. For every person who dies from smoking, another 20 are suffering with at least one serious smokingcaused disease. The vast majority of smokers in Oklahoma became addicted as young people. If current trends continues, estimated 87,000 Oklahoma youth aged 0-17 alive today will ultimately die early from smoking. Approximately 6200 Oklahomans die each year from tobacco related causes. 700 of which are caused by exposure and second hand smoke alone. For more information about quitting tobacco, contact Oklahoma Tobacco Help-line 1800 Quit Now. This is a valuable tool to assist people who want to quit commercial tobacco . Participants are eligible to receive free one-on-one coaching by phone from a Quit Coach, free material to assist you between calls. Participants may be eligible for free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges, or may be referred to their insurance provider for cessation medications. Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Page 15 OBITUARIES Robert "Bob" Perry March 7, 1940 - Feb. 13, 2014 Photo courtesy of the Poteets Funeral Home the U.S. Army and served 12 months in Vietnam. He had numerous military awards including the combat infantry badge. Bob obtained the rank of major before his retirement. He enjoyed coaching young kids basketball while in San Antonio, and enjoyed getting up early to take his daughters to swim practice and meets. He enjoyed watching his son, Jason, block an important field goal at a football game, and thoroughly enjoyed playing Santa Claus for his kids and grandkids, as well as for other kids in the community. It was important to him to be involved with the VFW Services for fellow service Robert Elmer Perry was born on March 7. 1940 in Carnegie, Okla. to Cecil Aubrey Perry and Doris Leone Hedgecock Perry. He passed from this life on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014 in Enid, Okla. having reached the age of 73 years, 11 months, and six days. He attended Pawnee Public Schools and graduated with the Class of 1958. He was also a graduate of OU and OSU. He served in men, as well as personally helping those in need. He was very close to his grandchildren and enjoyed attending their sporting events as well as being their “Uppit.” He also enjoyed watching all sports, as well as fishing, camping, and traveling. He enjoyed unique food and concoctions, used his blue duct taped cane, wore a flower pot hat, and red socks. He especially loved teasing one and all! Bob was a member of the VFW Troop 796, Disabled Veterans, American Legion Chapter 26, Ascension Episcopal Church, Democratic Party, and Delta Upsilon. Bob is survived by: Best Friend and longtime companion: Beverly Davis, Stillwater, Okla. and children; Jason K. Perry, Oklahoma City, Okla., Pamela R. Bishop and her husband, Joe, Spanish Fort, Ala., Shannon L. Balenti and her husband, Troy, Enid, Okla., Brian D. Davis, and his wife, Dawney, Tulsa, Okla. and Staci R. Cundiff and her husband, Jerry, Ripley, Okla. Grandchildren are Rebecca H. Perry, Pawnee, Okla., Janson T. Bishop, Spanish Fort, Ala., Sean M. Balenti, Enid, Okla., Cade P. Balenti, Enid, Okla., Luke A. Balenti, Enid, Okla., Tyler F. Davis, Tulsa, Okla., Emma K. Davis, Tulsa, Okla., Shelbi L. Cundiff, Stillwater, Okla., Joshua D. Cundiff, Ripley, Okla., and Harli K. Cundiff, Ripley, Okla. Perry is also survived by brothers William J. Perry and his wife, Sheila, Pawnee, Okla. plus a number of other relatives, and many friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Doris Perry. Interment was held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014 at Highland Cemetery, Pawnee, and Services held at 2 p.m., at the Ascension Episcopal Church, Pawnee, Okla. with Father Ken Armstrong. Donations may be made to the Pawnee Community VFW Flag Fund, P. O. Box 506, Pawnee, OK 74058. Mr. Perry also served as the personnel director for Pawnee Nation in the late 1990s. Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Poteets Funeral Home located in Pawnee, Okla. The Lord will give strength to his people; the Lord will give his people the blessing of peace. -- Psalms 29:11 Photo courtesy of the Poteets Funeral Home Amelia Mira Eppler Aug. 27, 1928 - Jan. 14, 2014 Amelia Mira Eppler, 85, of Pawnee, Okla. passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014. She was born on Aug. 27, 1928 in Pawnee, Okla. to Joseph Albert Eppler II and Myra Lone Chief Eppler. Her favorite things to do were to read and write. Whenever you saw her at the house, she would always be reading some random book she found lying around. She liked to take off for long walks, and would walk all the way to the campgrounds and see if her grandkids were there during Pawnee Powwow. She enjoyed watching football, and her favorite college team is the OU Sooners. Anything that involved OU, no matter what sport, she would be watching it. She would watch football all day long, and give the scores of the game to whoever walked in the door. Her favorite pro team was the New York Giants, and her favorite television shows were Lawrence Welk Show, Bonanza and MASH. If you ever drove by Illinois Street on Saturday evening, there was a chance that you heard the Lawrence Welk Show blasting. When she watched her show, she wanted everyone to know it. She would never eat frybread, but always enjoyed a good meat pie, and would always refer to frybread as grease bread. Pepsi and floats were her favorite drinks. Halloween was one of her favorite times of the year, because of the scary outfits that the trick or treaters would wear. She was baptized at the Pawnee Indian Baptist Church in 2011 on Easter Sunday. Amelia is survived by her grandkids, nieces, nephews, and one brother, Joseph Albert Eppler III of Severy, Kan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Albert Eppler II and Myra Lone Chief Eppler, her son, Cy Eppler, and her two brothers, Val Charles Eppler and Teddy Manuel Eppler. A Memorial Service was held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014 at the Pawnee Nation Roam Chief Event Center, Pawnee, Okla. Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Poteets Funeral Home located in Pawnee, Okla. Page 16 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 OBITUARIES Sherman Herbert “Cochise” Wilde Jr. March 13, 1958 - Feb. 13, 2014 Photo courtesy of the Johnson Funeral Home Graveside Services for Sherman Herbert “Cochise” Wilde, Jr., 55, of Tulsa, were held Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014 at the Fort Gibson National Cemetery in Fort Gibson, Okla. Dr. Curtis Linton officiated. Casket Bearers were Seth Lang, Tommy Bratton, Trae Wilde, Rick Wilde, Clint Lang, and David Teague. Honorary Casket Bearers were Phillip Knapp, Cliff Lang, Joe Echohawk, Joe Harris, Justin Harkey, and Ben Scott. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, Sperry. Cochise was born March 13, 1958 in Claremore, Okla., to Sherman Herbert, Sr. and Lucille Marie (Wilson) Wilde. He passed away Feb. 13, 2014 in Tulsa, Okla. Cochise was an A-1 professional and a jack of all trades. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a diesel mechanic with the 4th National Engineering Building Maintenance Unit. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and hunting, and loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. In his younger days, Cochise was a Boy Scout Leader. He ran in several marathons and was a Golden Glove boxer. Cochise was an avid animal lover, and he especially loved his horses, his cat, and his dogs, Gunner and Louie. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Wilde of Tulsa; children, Trae Wilde of Tulsa, Seth Lang of Sperry, Misty Belcoff of Texas, Mandy Ketchum of Las Vegas, NV, and Timmisa Wells of Skiatook; grandchildren, Ryan, Mady, Aubre, Devin, Bailey, Jacob, Bryce, Michael, Hunter, Deacon, Blake, Braden, Shoshanna, Kree, Torrance, Aden, Kyler, and Jamissa; father, Sherman Wilde, Sr.; sisters, Joyce Spencer, and Delores Harkey; nieces, Tonya, Christina, Ranee, and Valerie; nephews, Justin H., Shawn, Cliff, Derek, and Justin G; special friends, Blood Indian Brother, Tommy Bratton, and David Teague; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Wilde; sister, Sharon Wilde; and daughter, Sheran Hart Wilde. Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Johnson Funeral Home, located in Sperry, Okla. The Lord will give strength to his people; the Lord will give his people the blessing of peace. -- Psalms 29:11 Edward H. Moses March 12, 1948 - Feb. 9, 2014 Photo courtesy of the Hunsaker Wooten Funeral Home Edward H Moses, resident of Pawhuska, passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014 at the Pawhuska Hospital. He was 65 years of age. Edward was born March 12, 1948 in Oklahoma City, the son of Frank Leader Moses and Vivian Mae (Osage) Moses. He attended the Fairfax Schools and graduated high school at St. Gregory’s in Shawnee, Okla. He was attending the Catholic University in St. Louis when he was drafted by the U.S. Army to serve in Vietnam. Eddie was a photographer, owning his own business. He was a member and past commander of the American Legion Post 198 in Pawhuska. He had lived in Pawhuska the past 15 years. He is survived by his children; Hallie Freeman of Springfield, Miss., Becky Beech of Mannford, Okla. and Michael Osage Moses of Tulsa, Okla., the son of Helen Moses; seven grandchildren; Corey Allen Scott Moses, Jacob Daniel Moses, Kaizer Aeryn Coachman, Jayden Osage Moses, Joshua Michael Moses, Emily Marie Beech and Jonathon Carter Deherrera; last surviving aunt, Corean Leland; a special friend, Wilda Schwartz and numerous other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Edward Scott Moses; two brothers, Andrew Knuckles and Clifford Kemohah, Jr.; one granddaughter, Mariah Beech. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014 at the Grayhorse Tribal Chapel, located southeast of Fairfax. John RedEagle presided over the services. Burial followed in the A.J. Powell Cemetery at Hominy, Okla. Services were under the direction of the Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home in Fairfax. Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Hunsaker Wooten Funeral Home located in Fairfax, Okla. Page 17 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 OBITUARIES Prentiss Pahdocony March 5, 1945 - March 2, 2014 Prentiss Pahdocony passed away March 2, 2014 in Lawton, Okla. He was known to family and friends as Jake and resided in Anadarko, Okla. He was born at Ft. Sill Indian Hospital on March 5, 1945 to John and Doris Pahdocony, he was a member of the Comanche/Pawnee Tribes. Jake attended school at Stony Point and Elgin, graduating from Apache High School where he participated in football, track, baseball and basketball. He then went to Haskell University in Lawrence, Kan. to study electronics. Jake served four years in the U.S. Air Force, receiving a honorable discharge after seeing part of the world. He worked in Oklahoma City for TG&Y and later served as associate pastor for a Methodist church in Anadarko areas, bowling in perfect 300 game in Anadarko on Dec. 21. 1999. He was kind and caring brother who loved visiting with family and friends and recalling days gone by. He was loved by all and his stories and humor will be missed. Jake is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Clifford Pahdocony and Leslie Pahdocony, and sister Cecilia Thomas. He is survived by two brothers: William Pahdocony (Virginia-wife) of Oklahoma City and Paul Pahdocony of Anadarko and extended family and many friends. A Memorial service with Military honors was held Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Comanche Nation Funeral Home in Lawton, Okla. Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Comanche Nation Funeral Home located in Lawton, Okla. Photo not available. The Lord will give strength to his people; the Lord will give his people the blessing of peace. -- Psalms 29:11 Photo courtesy of the Sacred Funeral Home. William (Bill) Mitchell Smith Sr. Oct. 17, 1945 - Feb 22, 2014 William Mitchell Smith was born Oct. 17, 1945 in Berkley, Calif. He was reared in Oklahoma City, Okla. by his parents, J.B. and Gladys Smith. He received his education in Oklahoma City. Upon graduating from high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he received his college education from Oklahoma State University. Bill received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force and pursued a career in law enforcement with the Midwest City Police in Midwest City, Okla. where he later retired. Bill was also a member of the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. On Nov. 14, 1983, he united in holy matrimony with the love of his life, Serena Wintz. Together they raised five children; Bill, Steele, K.W., Gary and Kristie. His son, Steele and his parents preceded him in death. Bill leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Serena Smith; children, William Mitchell Smith, II, K.W. Smith, Gary Smith and Kristie Burda; two brothers; David Jones and Dana Andrews and one sister Judy Rickard, a host of grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Isaiah 40:31-”But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.” Obituary printed with permission courtesy of the Sacred Funeral Home located in Dallas, TX. Disclaimer: The Communications Office prints the obituaries as received with the exception of minor edits to conform with the AP Style layout of the Chaticks si Chaticks. Page 18 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 pawnee nation burial policy PURPOSE of the person financially respon- nee Indian Veterans upon notifisible for burial costs; and cation and verification is made. This policy is to provide guided) Any funds not expended Flags will be lowered lines to the Pawnee Nation in pro- will be retained in the burial fund. in compliance with the exviding financial assistance, services isting policy for four days. and facilities for our tribal families In the event of a burial being that have incurred a death. CHECK DISBURSEMENT delayed over four days due to services being held out of the Pawnee ELIGIBILITY Checks will be issued to area, cremation and a memorial serthe funeral home (not to exceed vice held later, or similar situation, Enrolled members of Pawnee $4,500) and person that is finan- flags will be raised on the fifth day. Nation. cially responsible for the burial Pawnee Business Council Presicosts, normally the next of kin, dent can have the tribal flags lowa) Infants under the age of i.e. spouse, parent, adult, child, ered for extenuating circumstances. one year that qualify for Pawnee etc. ($500). Checks are high The U.S. Flag will be lowtribal enrollment (at least 1/8 Paw- priority and issued in an expedient ered for a congressional honor nee blood quantum), or are eli- manner, usually within 24 hours. or by Presidential Proclamation. gible for enrollment, but have not Records shall be maintained in been enrolled or received burial Finance that includes payee, address, assistance from another Tribe. check number, date issued, and sigBUILDING USE b) Infants over the age of one nature line if check is picked up. year of age that have not been enTribal buildings (Roam Chief rolled are not eligible for assistance Event Center, Roundhouse, and unless an enrollment for the in- NOTIFICATION OF DEATH Community Building) shall be fant's enrollment has been filed with made available for tribal memPawnee Tribal Enrollment Office. The Pawnee Nation is normally bers for viewing, wakes, servicnotified by the family of the death. es, feasts, and dinners at no cost. Verification is to be provided with No deposit is required. The AMOUNT OF ASSISTANCE the funeral home, law enforcement, Tribal Operations staff is responwritten statement from relative. sible for the upkeep and cleaning of The Pawnee Business shall set the Upon notification and verifica- buildings. In event of a large crowd, amount for burial assistance in tion of death, Executive Office veri- the Multi-Purpose Building and or the annual budgeting process. The fies tribal enrollment with Enrollment the Wellness Center may be used. amount of burial will be established Office. Enrollment Offices provides In accordance with Policy Rental, in the annual tribal operating bud- date of birth and enrollment number. funerals have priority and other get. Address of payee is required . events may be cancelled or moved. The maximum amount of assisDeaths not reported within a Non -enrolled members may tance available tor 2013 and 2014 is: year will not be eligible for payment. be granted building use at a rea) $4,500 payable to the fuduced rate (actual cost of the buildneral home for burial; and TRIBAL FLAGS ing usage). The total cost schedule b) $500 is payable to the perassociated with the burial includson that financially responsible for Pawnee Tribal Flag will be lowered ing the use of the building and lathe burial to be used for immediate for tribal members after notification bor costs will be updated annually. needs; and and verification is made. Payable when building is reserved. c) Any costs exceeding these Pawnee Indian Veteran's amounts will be the responsibility Flag will be lowered for Paw- 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. Cash Prizes! Up to $500!!! Come! Every 1st Saturday of every month for Rise and Shine 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. @ 291 Agency Rd., This is a Pawnee Nation Casino! Paid Advertisement Pawnee, Okla. Page 19 Chaticks si Chaticks - Spring 2014 Tribal Development Corporation Tribal Development Corporation Records High Returns By Laura Melton Tribal Development Corporation From January 2013 through December 2013 the Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation (TDC) has sent $2,152,360 in revenue to the Pawnee Nation treasury. TDC realized a 2013 goal by doubling the revenue share sent to the Nation while also achieving one of its purposes for existence, to provide revenues to the Tribe. work on expansion. Because of the collective vision of success, communication, hard work and respect for one another by the Board, the Chief Executive Officer, the Corporate Staff and all the great employees working out in the field, TDC has become a competitive corporation with growth potential. Thank you to all of our wonderful customers for helping make 2013 a successful year. TDC has meetings once a month at 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room on the second floor of the Health and Community Services Building; tribal members and the community are welcome to attend. TDC would like to take this opportunity to restate that it has a ‘No Donation’ policy. On March 20, 2012 the Board of Directors of the Tribal Development Corporation adopted by unanimous vote a ‘No Donation’ policy. The Board has a responsibility to generate revenue for the tribe and The above chart shows the rev- does not place itself in a position to donate funds that belong to the Pawenue breakdown. As the corporation sends rev- nee Nation government. enue to the Nation, TDC is also able to meet its payroll, pay its bills and TDC - NOW HIRING IF YOU’RE THE TYPE OF PERSON THAT EXHIBITS ENTHUSIASM ON THE JOB, LIKES TO SMILE AND ENJOYS WORKING WITH PEOPLE, YOU MIGHT BE PERFECT FOR A POSITION AT ONE OF OUR FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: STONEWOLF CASINO, TRADING POST CASINO, TRAVEL PLAZA, AND HOWLER’S FAMOUS BBQ. WITH MULTIPLE SERVICE INDUSTRY JOBS TO CHOOSE FROM, EMPLOYMENT AT PAWNEE TRIBAL DEVELOPMENT IS A FULFILLING AND REWARDING EXPERIENCE. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT P.O. BOX 280 PHYSICAL: 400 AGENCY RD, 2ND FLOOR PAWNEE, OK 74058 PHONE: 918-762-4832 EXT. 10 FAX: 918CLAY.RAUN@PAWNEETRIBALDEVELOPMENT.COM Paid Advertisement Paid Advertisement 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 Paid Advertisement Photo by Toni Hill Photo by Toni Hill Pawnee Nation offers many items including the Pawnee Flag (left) T-shirts and ball caps (top right). Also available are license plates, ash trays and patches (bottom right). Paid Advertisement --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apawnee_oklahoma%3Aa16c62129d8990d0. Public record. Not legal advice.