# Phone: 918-968-3526 • 920963 S. Hwy. 99, Bldg. A • Stroud, OK 74079 • Vol. 47 • No. 5 • May 2025 > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Asac_fox_oklahoma%3A12325cc5260a3df3 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Phone: 918-968-3526 • 920963 S. Hwy. 99, Bldg. A • Stroud, OK 74079 • Vol. 47 • No. 5 • May 2025 SFN Continues ‘988’ Tribal Response With New PSAs The Sac and Fox Nation, in partnership with the Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP), is continuing its 988 campaign with new public service announcements (PSAs), community event attendance, and additional community-focused resources to further raise awareness about the free and confidential 988 Mental Health Lifeline. The campaign builds on efforts launched in 2023 to normalize seeking mental health support and reduce stigma in Native communities. This next phase includes culturally relevant video PSAs, tribal and community event outreach, and ongoing education to ensure that tribal members know help is always available—24/7/365—by calling or texting 988 or chatting at 988lifeline.org. “Native American communities have experienced historical oppression, trauma and systemic discrimination which can contribute to mental health struggles, but 988 is there to help,” said Second Chief Audrey Rose Lee (Sac and Fox). “988 is free, confidential and available via phone call or text to all Sac and Fox Nation tribal citizens. Our Nation is built on strength, and when we reduce the stigma around asking for help with mental health struggles, we can empower our community to continue growing in resilience and accessing the care they deserve.” The newest PSAs feature Sac and Fox Nation citizens, and their participation reflects the strength and diversity of the Nation and reinforces the message that seeking help is a sign of resilience, not weakness. The new videos launched in early April ahead of Jim Thorpe Day, which is a celebration of the Sac and Fox citizen’s extraordinary life and accomplishments, despite the adversity he faced from a young age. Thorpe, who is now well known as one of the greatest athletes of all time, came from extreme poverty, lost his brother and both his parents at an early age, and famously competed and won a gold medal in an Olympic race with mismatched shoes from the trash bin after his were stolen. The messaging behind the campaign mirrors the sentiment (Continued on Page 3) Senate Bipartisan Resolution Recognizes 50th Anniversary of Self-Determination Act On April 7, 2025, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution led by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (SCIA), and Senator Brian Schatz (DHI), Vice Chairman of the SCIA, Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA). In addition to Chairman Murkowski and Vice Chairman Schatz, the resolution is co-sponsored by Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), John Curtis (RUT), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), John Hoeven (R-ND), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM), Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Mike Rounds (R-SD), and Tina Smith (D-MN), and Dan Sullivan (R-AK). The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, signed into law in 1975, fundamentally reshaped Federal Indian policy by promoting tribal self-determination through Tribal involvement and oversight of programs and services administered to them on behalf of the U.S. government. “This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Congress unanimously passed this law 50 years ago which began a transformation of the federal-tribal relationship. Because of ISDEAA and the expansion of self-determination and self-governance across many agencies, Tribes have raised the quality of life of their people, boosted local economies, improved health care delivery, and designed and implemented services that are better tailored to their unique communities – including in job training, transportation, housing, social services, forestry, and more,” said Chair Murkowski. “I’m proud to lead this bipar- tisan resolution, alongside Vice Chairman Schatz, as a way to honor the incredible progress Tribes are able to make when the federal government upholds the trust responsibility while honoring Tribes’ right to self-determi- nation.” “More than five decades ago, President Richard Nixon stood before Congress and called for a new era of Tribal self-determination—ushering in the most (Continued on Page 2) Student Honors Jim Thorpe For ‘Shaping America’ Gemma Thorne, a fourth grader at Casady School in Oklahoma City, is pictured with her class project display she recently prepared featuring the late world-famous athlete Jim Thorpe. For their class projects and reports, students were asked to honor influential people who shaped America. “We are proud of Gemma for trying to educate her classmates by choosing a member of her tribe who she thought had an impact on shaping America,’ said her grandmother and Sac and Fox Nation tribal member, Anita Mack. Gemma is the daughter of James Thorne and Ragan Butler. (Photo Provided) SFN Second Chief Audrey Rose Lee is pictured during the production of AAIP 988 mental health lifeline public service announcements. (Photos Provided) ‘World’s Greatest Athlete’ Portrayed by Mark Megehee Tribal Royalty Quincie Barse-Presson is pictured during the recording of 988 campaign pubic service announcements. Families attending the SFN Activity Committee’s ‘Jim Thorpe Day & Easter Gathering on April 19 were treated to a special performance by Mark Megehee as he portrayed ‘World’s Greatest Athlete Jim Thorpe.’ Megehee shared highlights of the late world-famous athlete’s experiences in baseball, football and The Olympics Track and Field. See more photos inside. (Photo by Mike Brown) Page 2 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Sac and Fox News The Sac & Fox News is the monthly publication of the Sac & Fox Nation, located on SH 99, six miles south of Stroud, OK. Mailing address: Sac and Fox Nation Administration Building 920963 S Hwy 99 Bldg A Stroud, OK 74079 Phone: 918-968-3526 Fax: 918-968-4837 The Sac & Fox News is the official publication of the Sac and Fox Nation. Our mission is to meet all tribal members information needs concerning the Nation. The Sac & Fox News is mailed free, one per address, to enrolled Sac and Fox tribal members. Paid subscriptions are available for $12.00 annually. Editorial statements, guest columns, and letters to the editor published in this newspaper contain the opinions of the writers. These opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Sac and Fox News staff or any elected official or department of tribal government or administration. The Sac and Fox News reserves the right to refuse publication of letters to the editor. All editorials and letters to the editor become the property of the Sac and Fox News. Submissions for publication must be signed by the author and include an address and contact phone number. They are limited to 300 words. The staff will not edit editorials or letters to the editor to fit the 300-word limit. Obituaries Georgia Faye Nullake, age 74, of Meeker, Okla., passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Oklahoma City, Okla. Georgia was born August 25, 1950 in Pawnee, Okla., a daughter of George and Ruth Anne (Morris) Nullake. Georgia was raised in the Aydelotte community. She attended Meeker schools, graduating in 1969. After High School, she attended Central State College in Edmond. As one of the few full-blood members of the Sac and Fox Nation, Georgia lived her entire life in central Oklahoma. Georgia worked at the CTSA Head Start and later as an Enrollment Clerk for the Sac and Fox Nation before retiring in November of 2023. As well, she was a former chairwoman of the Sac and Fox Nation Election Committee. In her free time, Georgia enjoyed sewing, attending Pow-Wows, and traveling to her favorite natural wonder, the Grand Canyon. When she was taking it easy at home, she appreciated watching her favorite TV show “Naked and Afraid.” She was a loving, caring mother, sister, aunt and friend. Survivors include her son Edison Nullake of Meeker; adopted daughter Cecelia ‘Lois’ Washington Deadline for the June edition is: Tuesday, May 20 at 4:30 p.m. Reprint permission is granted, with proper credit to the Sac and Fox News, unless other copyrights are shown. Articles and letters may be submitted to the newspaper either by mail or Fax to the address provided above, - or by e-mail:newspaper@sacandfoxnationnsn.gov. Address corrections and changes are accepted by the Business Committee at the address listed below. Managing Editor Mike Brown For information: 918-968-3526 x1060 newspaper@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Publisher: Sac and Fox Nation ~~~~~~~ Tribal Officers: 918-968-3526 or 800-259-3970 Principal Chief: Randle Carter Telephone (918) 968-3526 Ext. 1008 chief@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov principalchief@sacandfox.com Second Chief: Audrey Rose Lee Telephone (918) 968-3526 Ext. 1004 secondchief@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov secondchief@sacandfox.com Secretary: Lana Butler Telephone (918) 968-3526 Ext. 1007 secretary@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Treasurer: Carla Wallace Telephone (918) 968-3526 Ext. 1006 treasurer@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Committee Member: Robert Williamson Telephone (918) 968-3526 Ext. 1005 cmember@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Executive Assistant: Kelsey Byrd Kelsey.Byrd@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Business Committee Mailing Address: Sac and Fox Nation 920963 S Hwy 99 Bldg A Stroud, OK 74079 Visit us on the webb @ sacandfoxnation.com Georgia Faye Nullake Deanna Larney of Meeker; sisters: Stella Nullake of Aydelotte, Nancy Nullake of Cushing, and Ida Parish of Shawnee; grandchildren: Autumn Torres, Julien Torres, and Emilio Torres, as well as, a host of other beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Georgia was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Juliette Blanchard, siblings Regina Davis, Shirley Alexander, George Nullake, Jr., nieces Jaylen Johnson and Henrietta Kauley, as well as, her nephew Kyle Nullake. A traditional Sac and Fox funeral ceremony was held March 30, 2025 at the Sac and Fox Nation Community Building at the Sac and Fox Nation Complex south of Stroud, Okla. Following the ceremony, Georgia was laid to rest at the Wakolee Cemetery, north of Shawnee, Okla. Georgia Faye Nullake Cathy LeJune Cole Cathy LeJune Cole was born September 25th, 1954. She passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, surrounded by her family. Cathy was a devoted mother, wife, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. Family was the most important thing to her. She was a passionate animal lover and very proud of her native heritage. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hazel and Herbert Clark; father, Elmer Foreman; sister, Louise Allison; brother, John Stephens and her precious chihuahua, Isabelle. Cathy is survived by her mother, Ruby Stephens; husband, Donald Cole; sons, Robert Dwayne Campbell, Jr. and wife, Tina and Ezekiel (Zeke) Tucker; sister, Paula Stephens Winlock and fiancé, Lance; brothers, Greg Stephens and Mike Harris and wife, Sandy; and many nieces and nephews that loved their Aunt Cathy. Memorial Service was held March 29, 2025, at Fisher Funeral Home, Denison, Texas. Cathy LeJune Cole Happy May Birthday Elders! Cecelia ‘Lois’ Washington Cecelia ‘Lois’ Washington, age 95, of Shawnee, Okla., passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Cecelia worked most of her life as a home health aide for Med Core of Seminole, Okla. She was a proud member of the Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harrry E. Wakolee and Lillian M. Wakolee; two children, Larry D. Snodgrass and Linda Beene; two brothers, Gary Wakolee and Delbert Wakolee; five sisters, Irene McClellen, Thelma Wilcox, Donna Green, Sue Bohannon, and Leona Wakolee; and, one great-grandson, Spencer Snodgrass. She is survived by one son, Wayne Snodgrass and wife, Teri of Meeker, Okla.; daughter, Joyce and Clayton Ray of Shawnee, Okla.; three sisters, Charlotte Lane, Esther Armitage, and Frida West; one brother, Gene Wakolee and wife Debbie of Earlsboro, Okla.; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside ceremony was held on March 27, 2025 at Resthaven Memorial Park in Shawnee, Okla. Obituaries Continued on Page 14 ISDEAA 50th Anniversary (Continued from Page 1) successful federal policy for Native people in our nation’s history,” said Vice Chairman Schatz. “For decades, administrations from both parties have strengthened Tribal sovereignty and self-governance. But today that progress is at risk, as recent actions threaten to make it harder for Tribes to access federal funding and for the government to fully uphold its trust and treaty obligations. Instead of moving backward, we should commemorate this anniversary by continuing to build upon its legacy.” Business Committee Meeting Minutes are accessible on the Website sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Abke, Candace Margaret Ashley, Reginald Baggett, Judy Anita Barber, Genevieve Marie Bass, Eric Blaine Bass, Sammy Lee Bemo, Ronald Maurice Sr. Berry, Billie Francis Bohannan, Myra Kaye Brice, Ricky Dean Brown, Bertha Lynn Brown, Glannister Charles Jr. Brown, Robin Gaye Brown-Hill, Bertha Lynn Butler, Allen Butler, Edgar Thomas Carter, Frankie Charles Carter, Larry Don Case, Debra Kay Chaney, Robert David Jr. Clinkenbeard, Rosalyn Glendola Colbert, Ladonna Michelle Dean, Rebecca Lea Dean, Timothy Hannum Dixon, Peggy Ann Dowd, Larry William Dowd, Odell Maxwell Dutro, Christi Lorena Ellis, Teri Denise Ferguson, Theresa Sue Freeman, Billy Ray Jr. French, Rebecca Jeanne Gibbs, Michael David Goniwicha, James Lee Jr. Goodeagle, Rona Kay Hale, Barbara Ladon Hancock, Sean Collier Hanson, Sonja Renee Harshberger, Barbara Jane Haynes, Janna Dee Henthorn, Duke Anthony Henthorn, Jimmy C Hilbrink, Veronica Marie Hillis, Julie Christine Holland, Patricia Ann Jefferson, Elvita Louise Jones, William Cliff Ketcher, Carmelia Kramer, Stephanie Michelle Leadercharge, Letha Dawn Lenzini, Monica Lee Littlehead, Cecil Dewayne Lizarrago, Tonya Lisa Longshore, Edward Abraham III Macias, Elizabeth Ann Martinez, Rebecca Ann McCreless, Joseph Virgil McEntire, David Wayne Meek, Vada Rose Mikulski, Cathleen Dolores Natseway, Elizabeth Denise Nelson, Thomas Wylie O’Brien, Edward L III Pappan, Clifton Wade Parish, Ida Louise Perez-Loza, Tiffany Lee Pimley, Michael John Pipkin, Ray Lynn Reynolds, Marietta Romine, Tracey Dawn Roubidoux, Howard Gene Rumbaugh, Jeffrey Wayne Russell, Sheryl Ann Safford, Edward Lenfesti IV Schexnider, Brian Anderson Shawn, Bobbie L Smith, Traci Alene Steiner, Debora Camille Stephens, Judy K Switch, Gwendolyn Jean Tasier, Monty Eli Thornton, William Francis Jr. Tiger, Randall Keith Torres, Carla Delain Twinem, Neecy Valero, Charlotte Ann Wakole, Byron Keith Wakole, Debra Elaine Wakolee, Shirleen Thelma Walklin, Joy Ellen Webb, Pauline Sue West, David Glenn Whipple, Jeffrey Alan Williams, Gloria Gay Winlock, Paula Iris Wood, Katie L. Wood, Pamela Sue Yarbrough, Patricia R York, Melva Ladawn Zein, Anita Marie Page 3 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Officials Attend Tribal Finance Consortium Pictured from left during the Oklahoma Tribal Finance Consortium Spring Conference held April 15-16, 2025 at FireLake Grand Casino are: OTFC President Victor Flores, SFN Treasurer Carla Wallace, SFN Second Chief Audrey Rose Lee and SFN Secretary Lana Butler. (Photo Provided) 988 Tribal Response Campaign (Continued from Page 1) round Jim Thorpe’s life – that when faced with adversity we must not give up. The 988 Mental Health Lifeline offers support for those experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance misuse or emotional distress or can be a resource for those seeking to help people in their family or community who are struggling. In June 2024, the Sac and Fox Nation conducted a survey at its annual pow wow to understand community awareness of 988 and perceptions of mental health. Nearly 67% of respondents identified fear of judgment or stigma as a barrier to seeking support, while 83% stressed the value of cultural connection in a crisis response. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org to chat with a trained professional. Native American Artist Nicholas Blanchard Shares Talent, Knowledge With CTSA Nicholas Blanchard, a local Native American artist, recently shared his time with children attending CTSA Head Start. He is pictured painting feathers with the children and talking about the significance of feathers in tribal culture. “We look forward to having him share his tribal knowledge with us in the future. Thank you from CTSA Head Start” said Deniece Jordan, Family Community Partnership Advocate. (Photo Provided) Business Committee Meeting Minutes are accessible on the Website sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Page 4 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Sac and Fox Nation Education Department News Hello Sac and Fox Nation Tribal Members! The Education Department would like to share with you some of the events that we attended in the past month: The Seminole Nation, Citizen Potawatomi Nation, and Sac and Fox Nation Education Departments partnered together and hosted the first Tribal Education Departments Summit that was held at the Citizen Potawatomi Cultural Center in Shawnee, Oklahoma. The Summit was a success as we had Tribal Leaders from the Sac and Fox Nation, Seminole Nation, Citizen Band Potawatomi, and Absentee Shawnee Tribe to attend. Tribal Education Departments that attended were: Absentee Shawnee, Caddo Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Ponca Tribe, Quapaw Nation, Iowa Tribe, Osage Nation, Cherokee Nation, Delaware Tribe, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Seminole Nation, Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation, Sac and Fox Nation, Kaw Nation, and Kiowa Tribe. The morning session started with Vice Chairwoman Linda Capps of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation welcoming everyone. Principal Chief Randle Carter of the Sac and Fox Nation, Chief Lewis Johnson of the Seminole Nation, and Assistant Chief Brian Palmer of the Seminole Nation all gave introductory speeches on Indian Education affairs. Key speakers were Spike Bighorn from the BIE in Washington DC, Misty Farber from the Office of Indian Education in Washington DC, and Nakina Mills from the National Indian Education Association in Washington DC. All speakers provided insightful updates on the ongoing developments in Washington DC within the Indian Education arena. The afternoon session included a round table discussion with the tribal education departments, with the main topic being Every Student Success Act (ESSA) Consultations. This gave each tribe and nation the opportunity to discuss what is happening in their area and share their experiences and concerns with each other to strengthen engagement efforts. We are planning Summit 2026, which will be held at the Sac and Fox Nation April 2, 2026. DEADLINE DATES to Remember: • May 1, 2025 deadline date to Summer Internship Program. • June 30, 2025 deadline date for Higher Education (college students) for Fall 2025 Session. March 2025 Activities • 20th - The Education Department attended the United Indian Nation of Oklahoma Meeting at the Hard Rock Hotel, Tulsa, Oklahoma. • 25th - Justin and I attended ESSA Consultation at Ada High School • 28th - Planning meeting for the Tribal Education Department Summit. • 29th – 31st - Chicago, IL with scholarship winners by Edwina Butler-Wolfe April 2025 Activities • 3rd - Tribal Education Department Summit • 4th - Cushing Public School ESSA Consultation • 9th - Little Axe School Assemblies, STEP/TEDNA Grant sponsored speaker • 10th - ESSA Consultation with Shawnee, Tecumseh, McLoud Public Schools • 15th - ESSA Consultation with Choctaw-Nicoma Park • 15th - Justin Morris meeting with Cushing School VO-AG Instructor • 16th - Stroud Public School Federal Program Meeting 7:30 am • 16th - Quarterly Meeting Oklahoma Advisor Council on Indian Education (OACIE) Oklahoma State Board • 17th - Sac and Fox Nation Senior High School Banquet at the Grand Casino • 21st - Seminole Public School Federal Program Meeting and Indian Parent Meeting. If you have any concerns or question, please let me know. Edwina Butler-Wolfe Education Director Mobile phone: 405 328-0402 Business Committee Meeting Minutes are accessible on the Website sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov First Tribal Education Departments Summit Tribal officials and Indian education representatives from across the state are pictured during the First Tribal Education Departments Summit held April 3 in Shawnee, Okla. The summit was hosted by the Seminole Nation, Citizen Potawatomi Nation and Sac and Fox Nation Education Departments. (Photo Provided) Like Us on Facebook! Sac and Fox Nation Sac and Fox Casino Sac and Fox Language Program Sac and Fox Dept. of Human Services Sac and Fox National Public Library Page 5 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Jim Thorpe Day & Easter Gathering Members of the Sac and Fox Nation Activity Committee and volunteers from the Meeker Indian Club, and Shawnee High Shool Native American Club prepared hamburgers for lunch for families attending the April 19 Jim Thorpe Day and Easter Gathering festivities. At bottom right, attendees are shown registering for door prizes at the event held in the Sac and Fox Nation Community Building. The Easter Bunny made a special visit at the SFN Activity Committee for family photo opportunities. Families also enjoyed Easter games, door prizes, and Easter Bonnet and Easter Cake Contests. (All Photos by Mike Brown) Page 6 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 SAUK LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY Indians are born speaking our languages. For some of us, they lie dormant within our bodies. They are looking for a way out. God gave us these beautiful languages. All of us hold them in a sacred manner within. There is no such thing as an Indian person who cannot speak Indian. Our language programs find these languages within our bodies. They bring them out through our mouths and deliver them to their rightful resting places within our hearts. May Comic Page 7 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Business Committee Meeting Minutes Business Committee Meeting Minutes Re-Elect Carla Wallace Sac and Fox Nation Treasurer My name is Carla Wallace and I am seeking re-election as Treasurer of the Sac and Fox Nation. I am the daughter of Harold and Kay Wallace; grand daughter of H.E. and Grace (Wakolee) Wallace; great granddaughter of Jackson and Esther (Kakaque) Wakolee and a member of the Thunder Clan. We have all lived on Moccasin Trail and I have raised my children there as well. My professional career has been in Tribal Accounting and Finance and spans 40 years; all dedicated to the Sac and Fox Nation and Carla Wallace other tribal organizations. In 2021, I pledged a commitment to serve as your Treasurer and have fulfilled each commitment to you. I have been present at the office, Business Committee meetings, Governing Council meetings and have proudly represented the Sac and Fox Nation at local and national meetings. During my term, I have ensured that Tribal Members have the option to receive improved services in the form of electronic fund payments rather than waiting for their check to arrive in the mail; to date over 700 Tribal Members have utilized this alternative form of payment. I have also worked with the Business Committee to increase the Sac and Fox Nation land base and together we have purchased property which will assist with future grants and services for Tribal Members as well as future economic development projects. In addition, my service to Tribal Members includes: delivering food baskets to families, elders and home bound Tribal Members during and after COVID; delivering paperwork, applications and medications upon request; advocating for Missing and Murdered Tribal Members and advocating for Child Care Development. On April 19, 2023, a EF2 Tornado hit the Shawnee area, our housing units and homes of Tribal Members received substantial damage; we visited the devastated area immediately and stayed onsite until 4am to determine assistance our Tribal Members needed. On the morning of April 20, 2023, a few of us Business Committee members returned to personally deliver ARPA checks to Shawnee residents so they did not have to wait for their check to arrive in the mail and could get much needed food, supplies and necessities. With your support, I will continue my commitment to serve as your Treasurer and I humbly ask for your vote on June 7th in the Primary Election. Respectfully, Carla J. Wallace Spring Word Search Meeker High School Wins Big at ONAYLF Students from the Meeker Indian Club of Meeker High School competed at the Oklahoma Native American Youth Language Fair (ONAYLF) held on April 8th at the Sam Noble Museum in Norman. Students from all over the state gather at this event to compete using only their Native American languages in categories such as spoken prayer, skits, videos, traditional songs. Students prepared for this competition by meeting with the Sauk Language Department once a week since January to practice and develop an idea for their competition piece. The Meeker Indian Club made a video on how to make frybread using only the Sauk language when giving instructions and won 1st place in the category. The students that submitted this video are Breanna Butler, Tristian Bynam, Corbin Maggard, Oske Bemo, Kiera Bizzell, Kara Casteel, Layla Carter. Corbin Maggard and Oske Bemo also competed in the Duet Spoken Prayer category and won 2nd place. You can view their submissions by going to www.youtube.com/@oklahomanativeamericanyout3680. (Photo Provided) Re-Elect Lana Butler Sac and Fox Nation Secretary Dear Tribal Members of the Sac and Fox Nation, I am the fifth daughter of the late Roland Butler (Sac and Fox) and the late Beverly J. Butler (Absentee Shawnee) and granddaughter of the late Dewey Butler (Sac and Fox) and, I am Bear Clan. I was raised in the Johnson community, and I remain deeply committed to the growth and prosperity of our Nation. Over the past term, I have worked diligently alongside our leadership to support the advancement of our Nation. Key accomplishments include: • Completed Black Hawk Health Center expansion; with the Dental Clinic scheduled to open in the coming months. • Partnering with Harvard University on the Land Back Project. • Purchased additional acres at the Tanger Mall site. • Major Construction projects currently underway: • Pavilion Expansion • New Elder Concession Stand • New Speaker Stand • New boulevard construction • New Maintenance Building construction • Rebuilding of old Maintenance Building I am proud of the progress we have made, and I am committed to continuing this momentum. I humbly ask for your support and vote as we build a stronger future for the Sac and Fox Nation together. Lana Jo Butler Candidate for Secretary Sac and Fox Nation Page 8 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Youngman Lawsuit Against Sac and Fox Nation Lavonda Youngman was appointed to the Sauk Business Enterprise Board (SBEB) in September, 2019 and submitted her resignation on April 4, 2022. On July 13, 2022, the Gaming Commission revoked Ms. Youngman’s gaming license following an investigation. On August 12, 2022, Ms. Youngman filed a lawsuit, Case #CIV-2022-00004, in Sac and Fox Nation District Court against the Sac and Fox Nation Gaming Commission appealing her gaming license revocation. To date, the Sac and Fox Nation has paid costs exceeding $126,000 to: attorney fees ($98,759), Gaming Commissioners ($14,013) and staff ($13,927) to defend the Nation in this case. In December, 2024, a motion to dismiss without prejudice was filed by Ms. Youngman, and granted by the Sac and Fox Nation District Court. A filing “without prejudice” means Ms. Youngman can resume her lawsuit against the Sac and Fox Nation in the future. May 2025 SAC AND FOX NATION FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM STROUD WAREHOUSE 918-968-3030 • 1-800-256-3398 SHAWNEE OFFICE 405-395-0063 • 1-886-622-2310 ALL FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! THANK YOU!! HOURS (Monday-Friday) Certification 8 am - 5 pm Distribution 8 am - 3 pm Store AM Inventory 8 am - 8:30 am Store PM Inventory 3 pm - 5 pm HOME DELIVERIES ARE FOR HOMEBOUND AND/OR DISABLED ELDERS. CALL OUR STROUD OFFICE TO SEE IF YOU QUALIFY. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. May 2025 SFN Elders Title VI Menu Page 9 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Sac and Fox Nation 2025 Election Dates to Remember Business Committee Meeting Minutes are accessible on the Website sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Page 10 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 920963 S. 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HIGHWAY 99 BLDG. “A” STROUD, OKLAHOMA, 74079 X X X Page 11 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Sac and Fox Nation Office of Environmental Services General Assistance and Solid Waste Management by Daniel Red Thunder Wind The Office of Environmental Services (OES) is primarily funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant funds. The primary function of one of our grants is to administer environmental programs and to build capacity. A portion of the grant is used to collect baseline surface water quality data on lakes, rivers, and streams. There are other EPA grants and grants in general that assist tribal nations with collecting various types of environmental data and allow OES to perform various types of assessments. Some of these grants are non-competitive and some are very competitive locally, regionally, and nationally against states and other tribal nations. While I don’t want to bore you with all the details, I will let you know we collect, analyze, and report data for indoor air quality, surface waters, and solid waste dumpsites. We can assess the issue and educate the public on environmental issues, but we cannot remediate the issue with current EPA funds. We must search for other funding sources to help with those issues or through other tribal departments, agencies, or work groups. This year, we were able to request a small amount of funds through the RAP allocation to assist OES with tribal member environmental issues. These funds are used to design a program to help tribal members with environmental concerns that cannot be addressed through other means. It’s a way to fill a gap between other programs. We can help address certain issues with drinking water, septic systems, and household trash disposal. Give us a call and fill out an application to see if we can help. OES may be able to assist with water well issues, septic tank repair, or providing a roll-off for clean-up. OES also has a dump trailer for smaller disposal projects. OES will make a site visit and assess the situation to determine what exactly needs to be done and what level of assistance we can provide. NOTICE TO VETERANS! Men & Women, especially WWI, WWII & Korean War The Sac and Fox National Public Library is asking for your DD 214s for their records and MEMORIAL MONUMENT PURPOSES! The Veterans are also requesting photos of tribal members in uniform or on military or active duty. These will be reviewed and may be selected to be put on one of the monuments (WWI, WWII, Korean or Vietnam). A fifth monument will be designated with the appropriate name for the Peace Keeping Initiative Years (Iraq, Kuwait, Bosnia, Desert Storm and Desert Shield) Contact: Sac and Fox National Public Library 918-968-3526 Determination of assistance is done on a case-by-case basis, and we will try and work with other departments or agencies to address the issues. We will be placing brochures throughout the nation’s buildings and posting the application here in the newsletter as well. Spring Clean-up Event You may have heard through Facebook and other postings that we are having a Spring Clean-up Event starting April 21st in Cushing, April 28th in Shawnee, and May 5th in Stroud. Central Disposal will be placing roll-off dumpsters for one week to dispose of household items. If this event proves successful, and funds permitting, we may try and have a similar event in the fall. Document Shredding Event On June 14th, OES will be hosting a document shredding event at the OES office between the courthouse and juvenile detention center. This will provide an opportunity for tribal members and tribal departments to properly destroy documents with sensitive information. As well as any other paper items you may be holding on to. This event will be from 9am to noon. Fliers will be posted in tribal buildings and on Facebook. As always, if you have any questions or comments, please let us know. We will have a new Facebook page coming soon that we will post information on. You can also email me at Daniel.wind@ sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov or at environmentalspecialist1@sacandfox.com. You may also call us at the main office number: 918-968-3526 Ext. 2091 or 2092. General Assistance Program and Application Form Purpose: The Office of Environmental Services (OES) General Assistance (GA) program is a pilot program that may provide assistance to tribal members with environ- mental issues that may not be covered by other tribal programs, I.H.S., state or local assistance. The OES GA program may provide assistance for environmental related issues regarding water quality, indoor air quality, and solid waste, for example water wells, mold, dump site clean ups, septic systems, etc. The program will provide assistance to tribal members until funds have been exhausted. Requirements Eligibility: To be eligible for assistance through this program the following factors will need to be met. • Applicant is a Sac and Fox Nation enrolled member over the age of 18. • Proof of tribal member residence is required. If a tribal member is not named on the lease or bill, a written statement from the owner must be submitted along with the request indicating the tribal member is residing there. • Applicants must be in dire need of emergency or extraordinary assistance and must have exhausted all other resources. (Proof of service denial may be required) • Eligibility shall be determined by the type of assistance requested. Verification: • Available assistance from other departments and/or agencies, tribal or local. • Site assessments will be conducted to verify and rate the need for assistance. • Site Accessibility. Other Considerations: • OES may verify additional program eligibility with other assistance programs. • Only environmental issues will be considered. • If other programs can assist, the information will be forwarded to the applicable program. • OES will consider and save all applications to determine future needs of the program. See application below: Page 12 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Page 13 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Greetings Fellow Sac and Fox Nation Tribal Citizens: It is wonderful to be back home again. I am Eugenia (Gena) Tyner-Dawson, enrolled citizen of the Sac and Fox Nation, and I am Wolf Clan. I was raised in Wichita, KS and in Cushing, OK, and today I live in Meeker, OK. I am the daughter of Sac and Fox Nation citizen Eugene Lewis Tyner, and Alice Agnes Miller Briggs Gulline Tyner (Scottish, and a US naturalized citizen). My brother is Robert Lewis Tyner, his daughter is Amy (Tyner) Meyer, and my sister was Marjorie Alice Tyner, her sons are John R. Rivera, and Cody R. Tyner (deceased). My paternal Sac and Fox great-grandmother was Maggie Jefferson Tyner, married to Claude Tyner, of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. Their son, Raymond F. Tyner, was my grandfather, and he was Potato Clan. My other great-grandfather was Benjamin Harris and his daughter, my Sac and Fox grandmother was Marie Harris Tyner, and she was Deer Clan. My daughter is Margaret Marie Reeser, and she is Thunder Clan. My grandchildren are Calib Justin Brewer, Mayraya Dawn Eddings, and Icle Marie Brewer, and they are Bear Clan, and my great-grandson is Boston Leo Brewer. If I am elected as your Sac and Fox Treasurer, per the Tribal Constitution, I am required to receive all monies and other assets of the Nation and keep all tribal monies entrusted to my care in one or more special accounts and all disbursements therefrom shall be made pursuant to resolution or ordinance of the Business Committee with two approved signatures on each check. At any time that such an account shall amount to more than $50.00, I shall file a bond satisfactory to the Business Committee and the Governing Council. The cost of such bond shall be paid out of tribal monies. I shall render a certified written report at the annual meeting and at the expiration of my term of office. Upon my death, resignation, expiration of term or removal from office, the records and all papers in my possession shall be turned over to my successor. If elected, I also will provide oversight to the Business Committee to manage all financial aspects for this body, including budgeting, tracking, donations, and expenditures. I will ensure adherence to legal requirements and deadlines for financial reporting. I will provide oversight of the meticulous task of recording and reporting all financial resources. Additionally, if I am elected as your Treasurer, I will assist in financial planning and forecasting, providing important financial reports, maintaining budgets, and helping the Nation allocate resources effectively to maximize impact. The goals of a Tribal Treasurer are multifaceted and crucial for the financial health and stability of the Nation. Key objectives are fiscal management, compliance and reporting, budget review and approval, financial planning and forecasting, transparency and accountability, and community engagement. I have lived in the US Capital, Washington, District of Columbia, for almost thirty years working solely in Indian affairs since I left my Chandler, OK home in March 1996. I recently retired as a US Federal Government civil servant on February 22, 2025, after serving twenty-six (26) years, and I served as a Washington, DC registered tribal lobbyist for almost three (3) years before then. I traveled home a number of times every year to be with my late husband, Gene Rhea Dawson, who is survived by his four sons, sister, nephew, niece, their children, and the rest of our family. My Federal and Lobbying Work Summary in Washington, DC: • Oct 1998 - Dec 2000 – Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service Headquarters- Office of Tribal Self-Governance, Self-Governance Program Specialist for AZ, CA and Eastern OK • Dec 2000 – Sep 2006 – Department of Health and Human Services, Immediate Office of the Secretary, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Senior Tribal Affairs Policy Advisor, and Indian Health Service Deputy Director, Acting on detail. • Sep 2006 - Mar 2018 – Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Senior Tribal Affairs Policy Advisor to the US Assistant Attorney General • Mar 2018 - Feb 2019 - Department of the Interior. Secretary’s Office, for the Assistant Secretary Indian Affairs, Senior Policy Advisor to the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs • Feb 2019 - Feb 2025 - Department of the Interior, Office of Justice Services, Justice Program Policy and Not Invisible Act Coordinator for Missing, Murdered, and Human Trafficked Indian People. Summary of Major Federal Work: I participated in the IHS Self-Governance Negotiated Rule-making Committee that made the initiative permanent, as the Secretary’s Office representative, and I served as the IHS Deputy Director Acting, overseeing a $4.6 billion budget, I oversaw all Annual HHS Budget Consultation Sessions with Tribal leaders from 2000-2006. I co-chaired a Federal Government online training initiative for the first White House Tribal Executive Work Group, to develop the Office of Personnel Management training called “Working Effectively with Tribal Governments.” I updated the HHS Secretary and IHS Tribal Consultation Policies in 2005, and the HHS SAMHSA Tribal Consultation Policy later that same year, and I helped complete the Department of Justice’s first Tribal Consultation Policy in 2013. I led the coordination of the first-ever Justice Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS), from 2010-2017 for $827,755, 204 cumulatively, and an average of $103,469,400 annually, in direct grant awards to tribes. While working in the IHS Office of Tribal Self-Governance, I advocated three large Self-Governance Compacts for the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations in OK. All Self-Governance Compacts are important to tribes, and I advocated Self-Governance Compacts with tribes in Arizona and California too. Summary of Major Lobbyist Work: From April 1996 to October 1998, I worked as a registered lobbyist for SENSE, Incorporated, a tribal grassroots lobby firm, with 100 percent tribal clients, including the Sac and Fox Nation. I learned a great deal about how to work with the US Congress, track the Supreme Court cases and decisions, and track the White House and its Executive Branch. I fully understand the budget formulation process, the Presidential budget request, the congressional allocation process, hearings, and votes for passage in both Congressional chambers, Presidential vetoes and signing of the laws, and the Executive Branch budget execution. This firm worked with NW Tribal leaders to create the Tribally driven Self-Governance Initiative, and I served as the SENSE coordinator for the IHS construction language of the bill presented to Congressional staff working on the bill. I also helped negotiate appropriations language for direct tribal access to the Federal Government credit card travel program with IHS and USDA, and helped negotiate with the General Services Administration for direct tribal access to those same major credit card companies. I never saw a federal estimate of how this tribal access has saved the federal or tribal government’s monies since 1998 although it should still be significant. Sac and Fox Nation Summary of Work History: 1984 – 1996 – Sac and Fox Nation. I served as an employee in many programs at the Nation for twelve (12) years. I was entrusted to be the Tribal Administrator Acting when asked, I was one of three Tribal Self-Governance Coordinators, the Community Services Director/Planner, Grants Writer, Food Distribution Program Supervisor, Education Director, Substance and Mental Health Services Coordinator, Housing Coordinator, and my very first job was Tribal Security Officer. Summary of Major Sac and Fox Nation Work: I oversaw the project and construction of the first Self-Governance Bureau of Indian Affairs $15 million constructed Juvenile Detention Regional Center at the Nation’s Headquarters. We received a national architectural award for its design, and we constructed it in approximately 3.5 years versus 7 years, which allowed us to keep the savings created by our time efficiencies. This also permitted installing a wooden gym basketball floor, construction of a transitional facility to house juveniles transitioning back into tribal communities, and our tribal Courthouse/Police department. I completed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant for the Blackhawk Health Center in 1996 that was built on the east side of the highway at our Headquarters south of Stroud. Construction of the Social Service Multi-Purpose Center behind the Main Headquarters building, expansion of the Food Program at Headquarters to serve the five Shawnee Tribes, oversaw the construction of the Shawnee Multi-Purpose Center at 215 Harrison Street in Shawnee, OK, and housing rehabilitation projects across our lands. I oversaw the construction of the newest water and sewer lagoons built for the east side of the highway at Tribal Headquarters. I had oversight of the Sac and Fox 10-Year Plan for 1992-2002 the Governing Council approved. I wrote grants, developed programs, created budgets, administered them, tracked them, and kept them compliant to pass program audits of the Nation. Major Education and Training: • 1978 – Cushing High School, Diploma, Cushing, OK • 1984 - Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Certified Peace Officer • Associate of Arts Degree in Business Administration • I have completed 135 hours of my Business Administration Bachelor’s Degree, and I have 45 hours remaining. I attend one class per quarter, and I have ten courses left to finish this degree. Sac and Fox Nation Tribal Citizens: • I want to be transparent with you and communicate often. • Let us reinvigorate a report to the Annual Governing Council of our Claims Investments. • Let us provide a far more detailed Financial Report to the Annual Governing Council. • Let us investigate the status of the old Leadercharge accounts. • Let us segregate the financial duties of the Nation by requiring the Comptroller to report directly to the Tribal Administrator • Let us ensure all the Nation’s elected officials are trustworthy and eligible for a fidelity bond before signing checks. • Let us institute recognition with financial incentives to the Sac and Fox Nation’s citizens and staff who suggest innovative ideas towards creating efficiencies that can cause savings for us. It is an interesting financial time at this hour in US history. I am not afraid to move forward wisely, carefully, yet boldly for and with you. I know Washington, DC, I know Indian country, and I visited numerous tribal Nations throughout my career. I prefer not to work alone. I am well known for my collaboration, coordination, and consultation; wherein, I rely on many smart and professional tribal, federal, state, local colleagues, and friends every day to make collective progress. I stood on the shoulders of others who walked a path before I did, and I sat at the knee of others to learn more each day. I am blessed to meet wonderful people throughout my lifetime, many who have walked on, but I still hold them in my memory and my heart. I have a beautiful family that supports and loves me. I am extremely fortunate. I am proud to be your fellow Sac and Fox Nation citizen. Before I left home in 1996, I promised a handful of the Sac and Fox Nation elders that I would return home and do my best to give back what I learned while I was away. I am back, and I respectfully wish to serve as your Treasurer. I humbly ask for your vote on June 7, 2025. Ketepi, Eugenia Tyner-Dawson THIS AD PAID FOR BY EUGENIA TYNER-DAWSON Kids and Grandkids Are G-R-E-A-T!! We want to feature the scholastic, academic and athletic awards or achievements of your child or grandchild of the Sac and Fox Nation! Send all pertinent information, such as name of student, town, school and grade attending, explanation of award or achievement, and names of parents and/or grandparents, along with a current photo of the student to: newspaper@sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov or: Sac and Fox News, 920963 S. Hwy. 99 Stroud, OK 74079 Page 14 - Sac and Fox News - May 2025 Obituaries Cheryl Ann Barker Torres Cheryl Ann Barker Torres, 66, of Stillwater, Okla., passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Tulsa, Okla. Cheryl was born in Cushing, Okla. on January 29, 1959, and grew up in the area. She was an only child and was raised by her grandmother. Cheryl spent most of her career as a licensed practical nurse, serving others. In her free time, Cheryl enjoyed going to garage sales and had a hobby of collecting purses and shoes. She was a loving wife to Alfredo Torres, as well as, a loving mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her son, Antonio Torres and her mother, Nadine Barker. Cheryl is survived by her beloved husband, Alfredo Torres of Stillwater; her sons, Fernando Torres of Stillwater, Sam Spang of Stroud, Okla., and Justin Torres of Topeka, Kan.; and, seven grandkids. Funeral services were held April 18, 2025, at the Palmer Marler Funeral Home Chapel in Cushing, Okla. Interment followed in Euchee Valley Memorial Park. Cheryl Ann Barker Torres Congratulations, Poster Contest Winners! Shaw Signs Letter of Intent to Play Football at Northeastern Okla. A & M Dace Shaw, a senior running back and defensive safety on the 2024 Shawnee High School Wolves football team, has signed a letter of intent to play football for the Northeastern Oklahoma A & M College Golden Norsemen this fall. He will be graduating from SHS on May 18. Shaw was one of the top defensive backs in his division. The 6’1” athlete drew Golden Norsemen coaches’ attention during a NEO A & M football camp. “Dace Shaw had a complete performance from start to finish,” said a member of the coaching staff. “He caught our eye during the testing portion, as he tested incredibly well in all four stations. Not only did he have that top-end speed in the 40-yard-dash, he also showed explosiveness in the broad jump and agility in the shuttle run drills. He was right there with some of the best running backs in the state in terms of standing out in drills.” the coach added. During the 2024 fall season, Shaw received five ‘Player of the Game’ awards from MaxPreps. Dace is the son of SFN tribal member Danielle Riley, and the grandson of Dino Riley and the late Mary B. Walker, both of the Sauk and Fox Nation. Pictured are Dace Shaw and his grandfather, SFN tribal member Dino Riley. (Photo Provided) Letter to Tribal Members April 15, 2025 Greetings Tribal Members, Thank you for taking the time to review the material submitted monthly. We must confront these matters promptly as they arise rather than allowing them to linger unresolved. As the Governing-Body of this Great Sac and Fox Nation, we are responsible for uniting and addressing the various issues affecting our tribe. Open-communication and collaboration are essential as we navigate these challenges. At a Petitioned Council, the Governing-Body requested an audit and a late Council meeting quarterly financial meetings to ensure transparency and accountability in our financial practices. Unfortunately, these requests have not been honored. Recently, the Treasurer presented a few points she claimed came from the requested audit. The Treasurer provided no documented support for her claims. This lack of documentation raises significant concerns regarding the validity-of-the-audit and the transparency of the financial information provided. Without access to this information, verifying whether an audit was conducted or establishing the origins of the data read is impossible. Tribal members, I want to remind you of a critical point. During the 2024 Special Council RAP, the Business Committee distributed resolutions and budget documents that contained blanks rather than financial figures. Receiving documents in this format is equivalent to handing out a blank check—this poses serious risks and lacks proper oversight. In my experience within the private sector, such incomplete financial reports would trigger an immediate audit due to the evident lack of accountability. Furthermore, I would like to highlight a significant change in our communication practices over the years. Previously, there was no need to request council packets; they were automatically mailed to my home, ensuring everyone was informed and engaged. We need to reinstate this policy to promote greater transparency and keep all Tribal members fully informed of essential council activities and decisions. Respectfully submitted, Lavonda Youngman Housing Authority of the Sac and Fox Nation Executive Director Cora Thomas congratulates Kalani Rogers and Paxton Jones on being the winners of the HASFN Amerind Safety Poster Contest. Their artwork advances to the regional level competition. “Best of luck, and thank you for representing HASFN,” said Thomas. (Photo Provided) Business Committee Meeting Minutes are accessible on the Website sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Current Opening: Election Board --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Asac_fox_oklahoma%3A12325cc5260a3df3. Public record. Not legal advice.