# Country Road Chronicles Of West Segment (2017) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Athree_affiliated_fort_berthold%3A6b7c26be011885df ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Country Road Chronicles Of West Segment Published by Mandaree West Segment Editor: Lovina Fox PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID MANDAREE ND 58757 PERMIT NO. 2 BOX HOLDER Volume 12 Issue 1 January 2017 Winter Has Hit North Dakota Pretty Hard With A Lot of Snow! Quotes For The Heart & Mind:  Y o u r s u c c es s a nd happiness lies in you. Resolve to be happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties”. ~ Helen Keller  Every gift which is given, even though is be small, is in reality great, if it is given with affection”. ~ Pindar~ Inside This Issue: Page 2: Representative Update. Page 3: Elders Update Pages 4&5: Mandaree Christmas Pages 6:Elves giving presents Page 12: Hiraaca Elders Policies Throughout the state of North Dakota there has been record snowfalls. According to Rick Krolak, spokesman for the weather services in Bismarck office states; “It’s going to be an above-normal season either way. The average seasonal total is 51.2 inches of snow. According to the Bismarck Tribune, the city has seen 43.5 inches of snow which trailed it’s year to date record by only 2.3 inches. For the month of December it was a record breaker not only for the Bismarck area it was the same for Pages 20-21: West Segment many other locations around the state. Education information As for many rural areas throughout the state many homeowners have gotten snowed in. Pages 26-27: Obituary When the snow came it didn’t take much it came down hard. Many were snowed in their homes and people stayed home from work due to no travel advisory. This is what our streets look like in our west segment community with piles and piles of snow covering the homes. The rural areas were pretty bad too people couldn’t even open up their front doors to their homes due to the snow fall we had. I would say its been about six or more years that we have had this much snow. I guess mother nature is making up for it. This is just January and we still have a few months of snow yet to go. Page 2. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 West Segment Tribal Representative Update Hello Community members and Photo Courtesy of MHA Website: Taken by Cedar Henry relatives, I would like to say “Happy New Year” to everyone. I would also like to extend my sincere condolescences to the family and relatives of Margo Guimont Stops and to those who lost their family or relatives in other segments as well. I have been very busy attending meetings, we recently had a meeting with our newly elected Governor Doug Burgum, who is very supportive and cooperative with our tribe. The tribe met with In the picture above you can see MHA Tribal Council members who met the Governor and others to discuss taxation, economic with Lieutenant Governor Brent Sanford and newly elected Governor development, health care, law enforcement, infrastructure and Doug Burgum at the State Capital building in Bismarck, North Dakota. behavioral health and addictions. I will be out for more meetings in the upcoming next two weeks when I am These are all important topics and issues that impact our people done with these meetings, I will have more to give in the upcoming here on the Fort Berthold reservation. In the picture to your right is update. Lieutenant Governor Brent Our maintenance crews here have been busy clearing roads along with Sanford, West Segment Representative, Randy Phelan and newly elected the TAT Roads Department. So I would like to commend everyone for their hard work and long hours on opening up our roads, especially for the Governor Doug Burgum. This elders. Stay warm and inside if you don’t have to go anywhere stay home picture was taken at the State because of our wind chills have been outrageously cold. Capital building in Bismarck, North Dakota on January 5, 2017. I will have more in the next months update and keep you informed. Thank you for being a good reader. Page 3. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 Hiraaca Elders Happy New Year!! From We are in the pre-planning mode for our next elder trip and I am the staff of the Mandaree looking at costs comparison on some suggestions we have Hiraaca Elders building. received. Likely, we will going to Mystic Lake as we really enjoyed As we update the the trip and it was nice to meet up with the other elders programs community on the elders at the same time. I have been contacted by the sales people events. Currently, we are trying to stay on top of keeping the roads cleared inviting us back and this time we would like to maybe plan to meet during this snow fall and we have given the list of elders to the Tribal with their elders over there and do some sharing and talking. I Roads and Maintenance as well as kept the service providers updated on need to plan in advance for transportation and rooms therefore, who needs their roads cleared. We are doing the best we can however for we are doing some tentative planning. the private homeowners it is your responsibility to keep your water running Our next bingo is planned for the end of January and we will be to make sure your pipes don’t freeze up and take precautions during this sending out flyers as well as some other board activities. We are extremely cold weather. looking forward to the weather warming up and are anxious for Our next scheduled Hiraaca Elders Organizational Board Meeting will be Spring. Again, we thank the community in helping and assisting on January 19, 2017 during which time, I will be updating the board on our elders and we need to continue to do so, however, we only planned program events. We invite the public in case they have any have so many resources so our elders need to be patient and comments, solutions and concerns to attend and voice your input at that work with us on getting the necessary resources. In addition, I time. started this new year I added our policies on page 12 of our We will be getting in our order of jackets to give to the newby elders and newspaper so everyone is familiar with what services we provide. anyone else who is 60 and older who did not get one, we invite you to call For any additional questions please do not hesitated to call me. with your coat size and we will make sure you get one. These coats are Gowids nice and warm even though they’re light in weight. Page 4. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 A Joyous Christmas In Mandaree The boys and girls club participated and decorated their van. It was a chilly night but a graceful night and even more so better when all parade participates met at the Mandaree School than paraded to the Mandaree Water Chief Hall. This was the best parade that we had in years! The parade was awesome here in our West Segment community. We had a lot more floats than we have had since we began, which was our goal. We had over ten floats this year. It was great to see the many participates who showed up with their floats. Of course a float would not be the same if old St Nick wasn’t there. In the picture above you can see St. Nick waving at everyone. Pictured below is our ambulance crew. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Page 5. West Segment Christmas Meal When the parade was over with than everyone gathered inside the beautiful decorated walls of the water chief hall. As you can see in the picture to your left is how the hall looked all nice and decorated. In the next few pictures you can see how it was filled inside. From the youngest to the oldest everyone shared a great meal together. Pictured is one little one tearing her present open. The meal was provided by West Segment staff members and our councilman Phelan. It was a memorable event with a lot of activities that went on during the meal. They had the ugliest sweater contest and the Kris Kringle award. This year the Kris Kringle award was presented to long time dedicated employee James Johnson. Jimmy is head of the Security department here at the West Segment office. We would like to congratulate him on his award. Pictured to your right is the 1st place winner of the ugliest sweater contest, he was the lucky winner of $100.00 dollars! Best decorated home in the country was Joann Young Bird. Page 6. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Santa & His Elves Deliver Christmas Presents One can say that Santa was late due to our bad snowy weather, good things come to those who wait as they say. Pictured is Santa making up for lost time and delivering presents and turkeys to members in our community. They got their presents even though cold wind chill temperatures were the best that day, the elves got out to do what they do best in delivering what Santa ordered. Oh and the kids were very surprised! They were glad to get the presents, it was a blessing to the elves to see the smiles on their faces when they got to their homes. We would like to thank those employees who worked hard and went beyond their duties to help make our Christmas great. Those who helped decorate and served the meal, those who were behind the scenes working hard. All your hard work is greatly appreciated! Page 7. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Around West Segment This is what route 12 looks like as you enter into the West Segment community. Road covered with snow and ice. Mandaree One Stop was surrounded by piles of snow. Birds eye view of West Segment Community. The Water Chief Hall was covered with plenty of snow. As you can see in the pictures below. Homes as well were covered with piles and piles of snow! Be prepared and always carry a survival kit when you are out and about. This is dangerously cold weather. Page 8. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 For Your Information Three Affiliated Tribes Natural Resources Department 404 Frontage Road New Town, North Dakota 58763-9402 Office (701) 627-2393 Fax: (701) 627-2273 Notice 2017-2021 Range Unit Allocation Meeting The Three Affiliated Tribes Natural Resource Department is providing notice of the Range Unit Allocation Meeting. This meeting will allocate all range units within Fort Berthold Reservation; meeting is open to range unit applications only due to time constraints. The Teachers at Mandaree School choose a student of the month. It is an honor to recognize those children that have exhibited excellent behavior and shown extra care and concern for others in their community. So we are proud to present to you the Good Citizens for the month. Brighten Johnson, Robin Hall, Gabriel Sanchez, Emily Mandan, Mckayla Young Bear, David Alcocer, Cooper Johnson, Sophia White Owl, Joshua Jones, Julia Flying Horse, Tara Grizzle, Garret Johnson, Daryl Mingus and Anthony Starr. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call me at Mandaree School, 701-759-3311 for Mrs. Spotted Horse, Paraprofessional ext. 117. The Fort Berthold Housing Services Program has moved. Our new location is in New Town and our address is 307 8th Street North ( Next to the Circle of Life in the red building). The telephone number is the same: 627-3832 and the Fax: 627-3833. Lawrence Baker: 421-6548  2017-2021 Range Unit Allocation  Tribal Business Committee Meeting  Monday, January 23, 2017  10:00 a.m.  Tribal Business Council Chambers TAT Tribal Administration Building 404 Frontage Road New Town, North Dakota –58763If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Bureau of Indian Affairs (701) 627-6570 or Kallie Hugs (701) 627-6532. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Florence Brady– 421-1452 Updated on 12/28/16 Terri Logg– 421-0754 Mel Minafore-421-8494 Dave Brown-421-7657 Veldon Blacktail Deer-421-5921 Chesley Quick Bear-627-3832 * Please not Date Change * Page 9. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 For Your Information Dental Care from Tara Stockhausen 3. Try sensitivity toothpaste. Many of these products put added protection into weakened enamel giving the sensitivity sufferer much needed relief! Baby its cold outside! Do you find your teeth screaming as you breathe As a reminder, Elbowoods Dental is here to help you with your dental in the crisp, cold, refreshing North Dakota air! If so you may want to needs. consider visiting your dentist to determine what is causing your tooth Please give us a call at (701) 627-7927. Until then stay warm this sensitivity. winter! Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common problems for individuals between the ages of 20-50. Tooth sensitivity can happen for a variety of If you have any questions, please fee free to email me at reasons some maybe a minor cause while others may be more of a tarastockhausen@ihs.gov concern; so either way it is best to visit your dentist. Examples of things that may be causing your sensitivity are: bleaching your teeth, enamel wear from grinding or vigorous tooth brushing, deep fillings, gum recession, cavities, or a cracked tooth can be just a few reasons your teeth may be saying “OUCH”. Scrubs Academy Makes a Great Gift The 7th Annual R-COOL-Heath Scrubs Academy is June 5-8, 2017 at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. The four day, three night camp encourages North Dakota Middle School students to pursue a career in healthcare. Students participate in hands-on activities related to a variety of healthcare professions. They are also certified in Friends and Family CPR and the Health Insurance Protablitity and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Give your middle school student the gift of education by registering them for the Scrub Academy. Application form: DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 15, 2017 (must be received, not postmarked by this date) Until you have determined the cause of tooth sensitivity with your dental provider it is important to put into practice a few simple things that can help your provider determine if your sensitivity is being caused by something more serious: For more information, contact: Kylie Nissen, Senior Project Coordinator email: kylie.nissen@med.und.edu Phone: (701) 777-5380 Attention Elders Of West Segment! 1. Don’t brush too hard. You may be taking off more than just plague. Instead use a soft-bristled brush and angle your toothbrush at 45 degrees towards your gums and use small scrubbing motions about 5-10 seconds per each tooth making sure you are covering all sections of your teeth. 2. Limit acidic foods and drinks; try to avoid soda and foods packed with lots of sugar. These foods and beverages attack the enamel. Instead try enamel friendly food such as: Fiber rich fruits and veggies, cheese, milk and yogurt. If you do eat something acidic, don’t rush to brush wait an hour to allow your pH to return to normal or swish with water before brushing. Continue reading on next column. Upon delivery meals if you are not going to be home. Please call the Kitchen staff at the Elders meal site to let them know you will not be home. Calling ahead in advance is appreciated so the drivers would know ahead of time. Please call 759-3092. Thank you Elders Head Cook Page 10. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Elbowoods Memorial Health Center Phone Numbers Providers General Appointments: Monday-Friday-9:00am-4:30pm Medical: Awatii Wellness Program: Dr. Monica Taylor-Desir, Chief Medical Officer/ Monday-Thursday 8:am-8:00pm Psychiatry Walk-ins: Dr. Anita Martin, Pediatrics-Elbowoods Main Clinic Monday-Friday-8:30am to 4:30pm Bernice DuBois, FNP-Parshall Field Clinic Urgent care issues only (not for refills, physical exams, pap tests, or referrals) Maxine Bosko, FNP– Mandaree Field Clinic Andrea Richter, FNP-Twin Buttes Field Clinic Aubrey Mowery, Pediatric NP-Elbowoods Main Clinic Dr. Samuel Johnson, Family Practice-Elbowoods Main Clinic Dr. Sandra Figueroa Vargas, Family Practice-Elbowoods Main Clinic Dr. Orlan Jackson, Family Practice-Twin Buttes Field Clinic Dr. Zane Rising Sun, Family Practice-White Shield Field Clinic Optometry: Dr. James Jeske- Elbowoods Main Clinic Diabetic Clinic: Appointments made through Diabetes Program. Also available at field clinics. Pre-Renal Clinic: One day a month. Appointments made through Diabetes Program. Ultra Sound, CT: One day a week. Appointments made through Radiology Dept. Referral needed from a service unit provider. Bone Density DEXA Scan: Optometry Clinic: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Monthly. Appointments made through Radiology Dept. Referral needed from a service unit provider. Dentistry: Field Health Clinics: Dr. Michael Melland, Chief Dentist The Tribe has field health clinics which provide limited services in four communities throughout the Fort Berthold Reservation. These are located at White Shield, Mandaree, Twin Buttes and Parshall. Hours and days of service may be obtained by calling the clinics: Dr. Scott Mortenson, Dentist Dr. Michael Zerr, Endodontist Dental Clinic Walk-in Hours (for emergencies ONLY) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings: 7:00am-10:am Wednesday mornings-Closed Friday mornings: 8:00am-10:am Monday through Friday afternoon: 1:00pm-3:00pm *We do not do comprehensive exams, cleanings or fillings for Walk-ins. Appointments made through Dental Department: (701-627-7927 Appointments: Scheduled appointments are encouraged and may be made by calling the respective service site/department or at the appointment desk.  The Clinic, Lab & X-ray, and Optometry are closed from 12:00pm1:00pm, Monday through Friday. White Shield Field Clinic: (701) 743-4380 Parshall: (701) 862-8220 Mandaree Field Clinic: (701) 759-3422 Twin Buttes Field Clinic: (701) 938-4540 Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Page 11. For Your Information MANDAREE FIELD CLINIC 00N01 Warrior Circle Phone: 701-759-3422 Fax: 701-759-3209 Registration Clerk: Autumn Stamper New Staff: Maxine Bosko, FNP-C Mindy Preszler, RN NEW OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-5:00 P.M. Appointments & Walk-ins: 9:00 A.M. To 4:00 P.M. Pharmacy Open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 10:00A.M. to 3:00 P.M. NOTICE: If you have any questions feel free to call the Registration Clerk, Autumn Stamper at the Mandaree Field Clinic at 759-3422. * When the Mandaree Clinic is CLOSED please call the Elbowoods Clinic if you need to see a doctor or if you have an emergency. A Reminder: If the Mandaree Field Clinic is CLOSED and you need to see the Doctor please call the Elbowoods Clinic in New Town At 627-4750 for your medical needs. Page 12. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Hiraaca Elder Organizational Board Policies for Services there are not other financial sponsoring agencies such as Vocational rehabilitation or the Veterans Administration. The elder must provide evidence of the appointment. Elders having out of state referrals such as; the Mayo Clinic, University of Minnesota 1. After all other resources are exhausted such as Indian Health Service, Hospitals, Sturgis VA Clinic ect., will be financially assisted in the Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation, ect., MHEOB will amount of $500.00 provided there are no other sponsoring agencies such as Voc. Rehab, or VA. The elder must show evidence of the financially assist the elder in the purchase of: appointment. If another agency like CHR, Voc. Rehab, or VA Glasses NTE $400.00 provides transportation MHEOB will provide meal allowance of $50.00 for the elder. Dentures/Dental Work NTE $3500.00 The Mandaree Hiraaca Elder Organizational Board (MHEOB) will provide financial assistance to all enrolled members residing in the Mandaree Community who are 60 years and older for the purposes described below: Hearing Aids NTE $2500.00 Ramps NTE $750.00 All costs over and above these amounts will be the financial responsibility of the elder. MHEOB does not cover the costs of medical prescriptions and doctor’s bill. 2. In the events that an elder or immediate family suffers a medical catastrophe such as; stroke, heart attack, cancer, 3rd degree burn etc., which requires immediate emergency hospitalization in a major medical facility, the MHEOB will provide financial assistance to help defray travel expenses so that either a family member can be with their elder, or the elder can be with their sick relative. This assistance is given without consideration of elders income or other resources. It is not intended to meet the total financial need of the elder’s emergency, only to “help out.” In this situation, the elder will receive: 4. Light housekeeping is provided to elders upon a physicians recommendations, and if the elder is living alone. Light housekeeping may occasionally include the mowing of lawns. As time permits, elder staff will be available to assist elders in running errands, delivery of medication, getting mail and groceries, ect. Because of the time involved in transportation the staff will only transport in case of emergency when there are no other resources available. Occasionally, staff will be available to transport elders to special occasions. These services will be in conjunction with a community event and will include a group of programs or agencies working together. In the event of a planned trip it is necessary to develop travel policies for social trips. In the event that an elder receives a travel stipend for planned events and does not attend that elder is then not eligible for the next planned trip where they would receive In-state hospitalization NTE $250.00 (overnight + $100.00) another travel stipend. As necessary elders will be assisted in the procurement of assistive devices such as; wheel chairs, “Out of state” such as Rochester MN NTE $500.00 (adjust according to handicapped accessories ect., provided there are no other need) resources available. This help is given once a month as needed, and requires official For non-ambulatory elders financial assistance will be provided to documentation from the hospital describing the situation. The elder or build a handicap ramp up to $750.00. In this instance the Elder their designated family member has the responsibility to provide the Program will provide the materials and the family or other resources documentation. The elder, at the time they are enrolled in the MHEO provides the labor. MHEO is not responsible for the upkeep or shall designate a family member to act in their behalf, should they maintenance of the ramps. become unable to make their own decisions. Financial assistance is issued to one elder or designated person. An elder may also receive These policies have been developed and approved by the financial assistance as listed above if a member of their immediate family Mandaree Hiraaca Elders Organizational Board at a duly convened meeting April 18, 2016, The board consists of the following: is likewise in an emergency/critical condition. 3. Based on availability of funds, the MHEO will financially assist elders who have medical appointments away from the reservation. The assistance given will be as follows: An expense allowance will be provided for an elder who has a same day medical appointment from the Mandaree Community to Bismarck-$250.00: Minot-$150.00;Dickinson-$150.00; Williston-$150.00. Adequate documentation is needed such as a appointment slip showing location, time, date and physician/clinic. If an overnight stay is recommended by a Physician with whom the appointment is made, and there is adequate documentation from the Physician an allowance of $100.00 will be made. Medical appointments that occur in other areas such as Fargo, Grand Forks etc., will be treated as an overnight stay and financial assistance will be provided in the amount of $350.00, provided 1. Joann Young Bird, President 1691 Hwy 22, Mandaree, ND 58757 759-3259 2. Liz Yellow Bird, Vice President Box 698, Mandaree, ND 58757 739-3350 3. Mary Gauchipin, Treasurer Box 845, Mandaree, ND 58757 4. Avalon Hale, Secretary Box 592, Mandaree, ND 58757 Policies printed by Mavis Young Bear, Hiraaca Elders Director. Page13. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Good afternoon and Happy New Year MHA Nation!  on the cervix that might become cervical cancer if they are not January is Cervical Cancer Month, here is some good information: treated appropriately. Cancer is a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control. Cancer is always named for the part of the body where it starts, even if it spreads to other body parts later. When cancer starts in the cervix, it The PAP test or Pap smear looks for precancers, cell changes  The HPV test looks for the virus that can cause these cell changes. is called cervical cancer. The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the The Pap Test is recommended for all women between the ages of uterus. The cervix the birth canal to the upper part of the uterus. 21 and 65 years old. See your primary care provider to schedule Cervical Cancer is highly preventable in most Western countries your Pap test. because screening tests and a vaccine to prevent human HPV Vaccine: It is recommended for 11 and 12 year girls and boys papillomavirus (HPV) infections are available. When cervical cancer is (the Vaccine can be given at age 9). It also is given to females or found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and males who are 13-26 years old who did not get any or all of the good quality of life. shots when they were younger. Risk Factors: Almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV, a Ideally, girls and boys should get three doses of this vaccine before common virus that can be passed from one person to another during their first sexual contact. If you or someone you care about is in this sex. There are many types of HPV. Some HPV types can cause age range, talk with a doctor about it. changes on a women’s cervix that can lead to cervical cancer over time, while other types can cause genital or skin warts. HPV is so common that most people get it at some time in their lives. HPV usually causes no symptoms so you can’t tell that you have it. For most women, HPV will go away on its own; however, if to does not, there is a I encourage all women and young men to speak and schedule an appointment with your primary care provider about the HPV Vaccine and Pap Test ! chance that over time it may cause cervical cancer. Other things can increase your risk of cervical cancer: Red Fox Sanchez  Smoking Tribal Health Director  Having HIV the virus that causes AIDS or another condition that Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara Nation makes it hard for your body to fight off health problems. 404 Frontage Road  Using birth control pills for a long time (five or more years). New Town, ND 58763  Having given birth to three or more children Office: 701-627-6616  Having several sexual partners Cell: 701-421-8393 Cervical cancer is the easiest gynecologic cancer to prevent with regular screening tests and follow up. Two screening tests can help prevent cancer or find it early; Fax: 701-627-5314 Page 14. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 January is Glaucoma Awareness Month January is National Glaucoma Regular Eye Exams Are Important: Awareness Month, an important Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, time to spread the word about this according to the World Health Organization. In the most common sight stealing disease. form, there are virtually no symptoms. Vision loss begins with Currently, more than 3 million people in the United States have peripheral or side vision, so if you have glaucoma, you may not glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 notice anything until significant vision is lost. million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. Glaucoma is called “the sneak The best way to protect your sight from glaucoma is to get a thief of sight” since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost, it’s comprehensive eye examination. Then, if you have glaucoma, permanent. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without a person treatment can begin immediately. noticing. Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness. Moreover, among African American and Latino populations, glaucoma is more prevalent. Glaucoma is 6 to 8 times more common in African Americans than Caucasians. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African Americans. And among Hispanics in older age groups, the risk of glaucoma is nearly as high as that for African Americans. Also, siblings of persons diagnosed with glaucoma have a significantly What is Glaucoma? increased risk of having glaucoma. Glaucoma is a group of eye disease that gradually steal sight without Risk Factors: warning. Although the most common forms primarily affect the middle aged and the elderly, glaucoma can affect people of all ages. Vision loss is caused by damage to the optic nerve. This nerve acts like an electric cable with over a million wires. It is responsible for carrying images from the eye to the brain. There is no cure for glaucoma yet, however, medication or surgery can slow or prevent further vision loss. The appropriate treatment depends upon the type of glaucoma among other Are you at risk for glaucoma? Those at higher risk include people of African, Asian, and Hispanic descent. Other high risk groups include: people over 60, family members of those already diagnosed, diabetes, and people who are severely nearsighted. Regular eye exams are especially important for those at higher risk for glaucoma, and may help to prevent unnecessary vision loss. factors. Early detection is vital to stopping the progress of the disease. Help Us Find A Cure: Types of Glaucoma: Glaucoma Research Foundation is a national non-profit There are two main types of glaucoma: primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), and angle-closure glaucoma. These are marked by an increase of intraocular pressure (IOP), or pressure inside the eye. When optic organization funding innovative research to preserve vision and find a cure for glaucoma. Glaucoma Research Foundation nerve damage has occurred despite a normal IOP, this is called normal tension glaucoma. Secondary glaucoma refers to any case in which another disease causes or contributes to increased eye pressure, resulting in optic nerve damage and vision loss. www.glaucoma.org Page 15. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 For Your Information Three Affiliated Tribes Executive Committee: Chairman: Mark Fox Vice Chairman: Randy Phelan Treasurer: Mervin Packineau Natural Resource Committee: Chairman: Randy Phelan Member: Fred Fox Member: Monica Mayer Agenda Contact: Victoria Mandan (701) 627-2983 Judicial Committee: Chairman: Fred Fox Member: Monica Mayer Member: Frank Grady Agenda Contact: Jonelle Abe 701-627-4781 Health & Human Resource: Chairman: Frank Grady Member: Monica Mayer Member: Fred Fox Please Read Below For Your Information: Agenda Contact: Catherine R. Fox 701-627-4781 Economic Committee: Effective Immediately Chairman: Monica Mayer Per Councilman Phelan: Member: Cory Spotted Bear Financial Requests will no longer be ran daily. We Member: Mervin Packineau can only do them on Tuesday and Thursday, unless it Agenda Contact: Lori Henry: 701-627-8054 is an extreme emergency. Education Committee:  We can no longer run check requests in minor child Chairman: Cory Spotted Bear name Must be 18 years or older, as requested from Member: Monica Mayer Tribal Finance.   Each individual can apply once in a 30 day time frame. ABSOLUTELY NO ACCEPTIONS. Member: Randy Phelan Agenda Contact: Luke Lee 701-627-8255 Page 16. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 January-Doorway When January, the first month of the The chalk represents human flesh, created by God from the earth, new year comes around many of us look and is used as a symbol for the incarnation. The letters C, M, and back at what happened throughout the B placed between the four numbers of the new year represent the year we just finished and then look legendary names of the Three Wise Men~Casper, Melchior and forward to the new year that lays ahead Balthasar. No one really knows the names of the three Wise Men of us and make resolutions. but since the first celebration of Epiphany in the fourth century According to the Oxford Dictionary, they eventually were named Casper, Melchior & Balthasar. The January was named after a Roman God letters C-M-B also stands for the Latin words Christus, Mansionem Janus who is depicted with two faces, Benedicat which is translated “Christ, bless the house.” one looking forward and the other The January writings above the doorway blesses everyone who looking backward. Janus was considered to be the god of comings and comes and goes to and from the home. It becomes a special goings as well as the guardian of doorways and gates. Why do I bring this spiritual gift to guests. Many times when guests see these up? Because I want to talk about a sacramental used in the Catholic numbers and letters it prompts them to ask what it means. This Church during the month of January that takes advantage of people gives the family an opportunity to call to mind once again for coming and going through doorways~ The Epiphany Blessing. themselves and for their guests the birth of Jesus and the visit of First let me define what a sacramental is. We human beings are people the Three Wise Men. It also gives the family the opportunity to let who gather information through our five senses. Sacramentals use our their guests know that they received the Epiphany Blessing when senses to help us stay in touch with God. The Baltimore Catechism they entered their home. answers What is a Sacramental? This way: “A sacramental is anything set Sacramentals such as the Epiphany Blessings do great things for apart or blessed by the Church to excite good thoughts and to increase families and their guests. Never pass up an opportunity to find devotion, and through these movements of the heart to remit venial sin”. ways to think about God that in turn will move us to avoid sin and Examples of Sacramentals include Holy Water, blessed objects, Rosaries, love God with all our heart and mind and soul and strength. Sign of the Cross, Advent Wreaths, Christmas Trees, Epiphany Blessings, etc. It is easy to see how these objects and actions use our senses to remind us about God and hopefully inspire us to move closer. The Epiphany Blessings uses our sense of sight, touch and hearing to remind us throughout the entire year of the Incarnation of Christ, especially the visit of the three Wise Men. The Epiphany Blessing stems from a Christian desire to start out the new year with the blessing of our home. In conjunction with using Holy Water during the Epiphany Blessing, chalk blessed at Epiphany Mass is used to write the four numbers of the new year over the doorway of the entrance of the house and the letters C + M + B placed in the middle of the numbers –20+C+M+B+17. God Bless Father Roger A. Synek St. Anthony’s Catholic Church New Town/ Mandaree Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 For Your Information Page 17. Page 18. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Updated Numbers For Mandaree Boys & Girls Club Branch Manager Ollie Spotted Bear: 421-0161 Water Chief Hall Education Department: Adele Phelan– 421-6600 or 759-3049 Water Chief Hall Education Department: Lucy Hunts Along at 7593377. Catholic Church: Father Roger Synek: 759-3412 Mandaree Field Clinic: 759-3422 or Fax: 759-3209 Pharmacy in Mandaree: 759-3151 or Fax: 759-3181 Mandaree Elders Meal Site: Annette Teck: 759-3092 Water Chief Hall Events Coordinator: Lorraine Howe :759-3377 Water Chief Hall Youth Coordinator: DeRae Mann:759-3377 or 421 -4127. Water Chief Hall Security: Director: James Johnson: 759-3377 Hiraaca Elders Program: Director: Mavis Young Bear: 759-3099 or Water Chief Hall Maintenance: Dan Hunts Along: 421-2992 421-2991. West Segment Maintenance Department: Receptionist: Merle Hiraaca Elders Fax: 759-3095 Young Bird: 759-3766. Elders Meals Delivery: 759-3092 -Paul Rosario Sr, Rosie White West Segment Maintenance Department Fax: 759-3768 Owl and Nina Finley. Mandaree Hiraaca Housing: Will Reeves Director : 759-3399 Mandaree Fitness Center Dennis Fimbres: 759-3780 NHSC Mentor’s Office Buff White: 759-3545 or Fax: 759-3528 Mandaree Hiraaca Housing Specialist: Shanna Fox: 759-3399 421-0672 West Segment Regulatory Commission Office: 759-3576. Fire Management : 759-3124 West Segment Regulatory Commission Fax: 759-3579 Little Plume Teacher 1: 759-3369 Mandaree CHR’s: Jessica Spotted Horse: (701) 421-4188 Road Department: 759-3420 Mandaree Post Office: Mon-Fri: 12-4pm: Sat: 11-1:15pm Bus Garage: 759-3395 Emergency or Ambulance: 911 Business Office: 759-3120 Mandaree EMS Main Phone: 421-1357 Main Office: 759-3311 Mandaree Police: 759-3226 Mandaree School Fax: 759-3112 McKenzie County Sheriff: 444-3654 FBHA Compliance Office: Ursla Stiffarm: 759-3177 or Fax: 759- Hiraaca Language Department: Arvella White & Carol Newman: 759-3276 3182 FBHA Maintenance Office Raymond Yellow Wolf: 759-3577 or cell West Segment Development Corp: Trena Baker-759-3399 TERO Compliance Office: Lana Turner Office Manager: 759-3255 Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 or Cell: 421-6052 TAT CHR Main Office: 627-4240 Tribal Ranch & Lodge: 759-3176 TAT Commodities Program: 627-4292 Tribal Ranch Fax: 759-3133 Mandaree Water Treatment Plant: 759-3160 or Fax: 759-3199 TAT Game & Fish: 627-4760 Animal Control Wardens: Chance Fredericks-421-3879, Delia In Case of Emergency call these cell numbers for water treatment: Baker-421-5214 Anthony Chandler– 421-1924 Bruce Fox Sr.: 421-7512, Dillon Costello: 421-8462, John Local Game Wardens Cell Phone Numbers: Bradfield Sage: Osborne:701- 609-0727 421.6977 or Office: 627-4760 Water Chief Hall Office Receptionist: Rhonda Hall: 759-3377 or TAT Solid Waste: 627-2034 421-1811 TAT Solid Waste Fax: 627-2035 Water Chief Hall Fax: 759-3232 Elbowoods Memorial Health Center: 627-4701 dial 4 for clinic Mandaree Public Relations: Lovina Fox TAT Police Dept. 627-3617 Public Relations Fax: 759-3375 TAT Chief Of Police: Nelson Heart Jr. New Town Finance Officer: Martha Phelan: 627-8121 or 421-0606 TAT Acting Lieutenant: Marvel Heart Water Chief Hall Computer Tech: Jake Chappell: 759-3377 TAT Police Officer: Kristy Parsian West Segment Custodian Supervisor: Valencia Antonio: 421-3082 TAT Police Dept. Records: 627-3308 or Fax: 627-3113 Water Chief Hall Office Manager: Florene Halvorson: 421-2797 Tribal Court: 627-4803 or Fax: 627-4602 Page 19. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 For Your Information Notice From The West Segment Maintenance Department When you call the West Segment Tribal Office it will help us to get your phone call through to the person you wish to speak with. We have listed On behalf of the West Segment Maintenance Department we here for your convenience the extensions of would like to inform everyone that we will only deliver water on the employees here at Water Chief tribal office. Some weekend for EMERGENCIES ONLY. The water delivered is for extensions have changed: human consumption only and NO LIVESTOCK. The West Segment Maintenance will help everyone with the following:  Wake and funerals  Junk car removal  Wash out crossing culverts  Cattle guard cleaning Community members who need water for their homes may contact the on call employees who are Vincent Hunts Along and Curtis Hall for water for your homes. Also the tow truck does run but only in our community. The Maintenance Department will not loan the truck out they have employees who will do the towing. We have listed for your convenience the phone numbers for our Maintenance crew: Dan Hunts Along: (701) 421-2992 Vincent Hunts Along: (701) 421-3576 Curtis Hall: (701) 290-1267 The Maintenance Department Receptionist is Merle Young Bird, she can be reached at 759-3766. Our office is located behind the Water Chief Hall inside the garage, so if you need to see one the employees this is where you will find them. For your information in case you call our office and no one answers the phone, than we are out in the field helping our community members. Our phone number for the Maintenance Department: 759-3766 and our Fax number is: 759-3768. Thank you: West Segment Phone Extensions: Security (Jimmy Johnson) Ext. 201 Florene Halverson: (Office Manager): Ext. 216 Terry Gachupin: Ext. 205 Rhonda Hall Assistant: Ext. 213 Lorraine Howe: (Events Coordinator): Ext. 215 DeRae Mann: Youth Coordinator: Ext. 202 Adele Phelan: (Education Dept.): Ext. 208 Lucy Hunts Along: (Education Dept): Ext. 214 Loretta Lone Bear: Ext. 207 Conference Room: Ext. 206 Lovina Fox (Public Relations): Ext. 212 Jake Chappell (Computers): Ext. 211 All Call: Ext. 297 Regulatory: 759-3572 EMS: 421-1357 Police: 759-3226 Hiraaca Mandaree Elders Program: Director Mavis Young Bear: 759-3099 Meal site: Annette Teck: 759-3092 Fitness Center: (Dennis Fimbres): 759-3780 Hiraaca Language Program: Arvella White & Carol Newman :759-3276 West Segment Maintenance: 759-3766 Page 20. Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 West Segment Now Offers Education Grants Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 West Segment Education Form Page 21. Page 22. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 NDDOT Urges Drivers to Prepare for Winter Travel Watch for Snow Plows: “While we work hard to keep travelers informed, its important to know Motorists road conditions change very quickly and you should be ready for any should be prepared to share the road with snow plows and other snow equipment. fighting Don’t crowd type of winter driving conditions.” The NDDOT provides multiple ways to get road condition information. It is important for motorists to know road conditions can vary from what is being reported: the plow. Sharing the road with snow plows is  for free at the Apple app store, Google Play and Windows Phone important. By following a few basis tips, you and your passengers store. can reach your destination safely:  Slow down and drive for the conditions. Most winter crashes by driving too fast for conditions.   Web-based Travel Information Map at dot.nd.gov.  Email and text alerts through GovDelivery service. Select “Message Center” to receive important alerts including Travel Advisories and Stay back. Sometimes snow plows have to stop and back up and Road Closures. they often spread sanding material.  Know where the plow is on multi-lane roadways. The TowPlows NDRoads smartphone app our latest road condition tool is available  Call 511 could be in both lanes or on the shoulder.   Be extremely cautions when passing a snow plow. They can be The NDDOT also issues travel warnings on state highways and moved sideways by snow drifts and hard snow packs. interstates. These warnings should be taken seriously and are for the Never drive through “white-outs” caused by cross winds or plowing light snow. Be patient and wait until you can see. Snow safety of the traveling public. There are three categories you should familiarize yourself with: plows pull over and stop to allow traffic to pass when it is safe to do so.  Motorists should be aware if the “Move over Law”. If you approach a snow plow or other emergency vehicles with flashing lights that is stopped on the shoulder of a multi-lane road, you must move over. Know Before You Go: 1. Travel Alert– Motorists can still travel but may encounter areas of challenging winter weather driving conditions on roadways. 2. No Travel Advisory- Motorists should NOT TRAVEL due to hazardous conditions which make it unsafe to travel. 3. Road Closed or Blocked– Motorists are not allowed to travel on closed roads due to life threatening conditions. The NDDOT snow plow crews work hard to keep roads safe and inform travelers of road conditions working 5 a.m. to 10p.m. every day, even holidays. “The tools provided give motorists a good idea on what to expect in winter weather”, explains Brad Darr, NDDOT Maintenance Director. Be prepared for winter travel. To learn more about winter driving safety or road condition information please visit www.dot.nd.gov. Page 23. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 For Your Information Winter Safe Driving Tips: Winter Survival Kit: Several blankets or a sleeping bag and warm clothing, such as parka, boots, long underwear, heavy socks, mittens, ski mask. A source of heat, such as a multiple wick candle can heater. It is best to also have matches to light your candle, because some lighters won’t work in extreme cold. Water and a metal container suitable for melting ice or snow to be used for drinking water. A radio and flashlight with extra batteries. Food, such as; hard candy, jellybeans, raisins, nuts, candy bars, dehydrated fruit and jerky. Something to read to help you keep awake. A folding cup, toilet tissue, bright red or orange cloth and whistle to signal help, and a nylon rope. NDDOT snowplow operators work hard for the safety of the traveling public, however, changing weather conditions could quickly alter road conditions and drivers need to pay special attention to ensure safe travel. To ensure that you arrive at your destination safely, it is a good idea for motorists to follow some basic safety tips while behind the wheel:  Know before you go by checking road conditions BEFORE you travel. Check the travel Information map or call 511.  Turn on your lights. This will increase your visibility to other motorists and snowplow operators. Carry a cell phone.  Brush snow from your car that could cover your tail lights. Let someone know when you depart, your route, and expected arrival time. Dress according to weather conditions. Keep dry and wear clothing in layers.  Slow down and drive accordingly to the conditions. Most winter crashes are caused by driving too fast for conditions.  Snowplows typically move at a slower speeds.  Never drive through white outs or snow fog caused by cross winds or plowing snow. Wait till you can see.  Keep you feet off the floor if the heater is not on. Never go to sleep with the engine running. Stay back at least five car lengths behind the plow, far from the snow fog and any sanding material being spread; snowplow operators will turn off the sander, pull over, or raise the plow for better visibility when it is safe to do so to allow traffic to pass.  Read to pass the time. Position the care so it faces into the wind. Tie a colorful banner on the antenna. If you need to leave the car for any distance during the storm, tie a nylon rope to the car and yourself so you will be able to find your way back to the car. Be patient. Allow more time to get your destination. Remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip.  Know where the plow is on multi-lane roadways. The plow could be in either lane or on the shoulder. Move all your emergency supplies from the trunk to the interior of the car as soon as you realize you will be staying for a while. Put on warm clothing now, before you get cold. It is easier to stay warm than it is to regain lost warmth. Loosen tight clothing so body heat can circulate. Remove metal jewelry as it can chill you.  Be extremely cautions when passing a snowplow. They can be moved sideways by drifts and hard snow pack.  Watch for plow trucks on interstate ramps and authorized vehicle only cross overs. Check your supplies to see what you have to work with and arrange them in order for their use. This will help you ration them in case you are stranded for a long period of time.  Don’t assume that you’ll have good traction because the road looks sanded. The sand can sink into the snow pack, leaving a slick surface.  Never use cruise control on wet or icy roadways. Winter Travel Tips: If Stranded: Stay with your vehicle. Run the engine sparingly. Start with 15 minutes every hour and adjust if needed. Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow. If the cold is extreme, it may be necessary to keep the engine running continuously. It may not restart if shut off. Page 24. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 For Your Information Country Road Chronicles of West Segment January 2017 Page 25. Page 26. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 Obituary Remembering The Life Of Margo Guimont Margo and Johnny settled down in Crow Agency, Montana, where they raised their family. Margo worked for the Crow Tribe of Indians at the WIC office for twenty eight years (28). She was affectionally Stops. known as the “WIC Lady” to the community she faithfully served. Margo Guimont Stops, age 60 passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2016. A member of the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation. Born in Watford City, North Dakota on August 19, 1956 to Raymond and Eunice Benson Guimont. Margo was an accomplished seamstress, she often displayed her line “Margo of Mandaree” in various fashion shows. Margo was well known for her beadwork. Margo’s beadwork can be seen on display during the community art shows and parades. Margo loved watching movies every year and made it a point watch every movie nominated for the academy awards predicting the winners with an amazing accuracy. Margo attended school at Mandaree Elementary and Killdeer High School where she graduated in 1974. Margo had an infectious laugh and enjoyed spending time visiting with her family and friends. Upon graduation Margo attended school at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. Margo was preceded in death by her nephew Jason Guimont (Autumn); grandfather Ben Benson (Fannie) sister Roselda. In the winter of 1979 she met the love of her life Johnny Robert Stops and the two were married six months later on June 26, 1980. Survivors include her husband Johnny Stops; children; Brocade Black Eagle (Levi), Sa’ Rayna Stops, Marmie Plenty Hawk Margo and Johnny were blessed with three daughters. Margo attended (Lawrence III) brothers; Arnie Guimont, Sherman Romona Guimont, college at Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana, where she Cletus (Marcy) Guimont, Marcus Wells, sister; Marmie Sales (Allen) received her Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics on June 11, 1988. Anne Grinnell; two granddaughters and six grandsons. Page 27. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 Obituary Celebrating The Life Of Margo Guimont Stops August 19, 1956~December 25, 2016 Wake Services: Funeral Services: Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 5pm Friday, December 30, 2016 at 11:00am Water Chief Hall Mandaree, ND Water Chief Hall, Mandaree, ND Senior Pallbearer: Joann White Owl Casket Bearers: All her family and relatives Interment: Guimont Family Cemetery Mandaree, North Dakota Page 28. Count ry Ro ad Ch ronicles of West Segment Janu ary 2017 Our deepest Sympathy and Prayers go to the family and relatives of Margo Guimont Stops on the loss of your beloved one. May Our Creator God comfort each and everyone of you in your time of sorrow and mourning. From the West Segment Councilman Phelan and the Staff. Elders may have noticed their stairways to their homes have been shoveled out. I know my stairway was blocked in but thanks to the employees that work hard at the Elders Building who came to my home and shoveled all the snow from my entrance. I would like to thank Rosie White Owl and Missy Finley for doing that for me. I am aware that these two employees have been shoveling other elders home entrances as well. I would also like to thank the road department and West Segment for their hard work in keeping all our roads open. These guys all work long hard hours to open up roads at homes and in our rural areas so we are able to leave our homes for work. I know there are many of you who go out of your way and help others, too many to name so just know we are very thankful to each and everyone of you for your hard work. + + A message from the Three Affiliated Tribes West Segment Maintenance: Anybody under the age of 55 years will have to pay for their water deliveries for each month. Cost is $80.00 dollars for each month, you are asked to make payments to the West Segment Maintenance Department. Costs will go for gas and maintenance of the truck. Delivery for water is on Mondays and Fridays ONLY. Maintenance will deliver water on the weekend for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Curtis Hall is the person who delivers water for West Segment his phone number is: 701.290.1267. If you have any questions please contact the West Segment Maintenance office at 759-3766. Mary Jane Yeahquo Fritz Bird Bear Connie Fox Twins Leland Dubois Paul White Owl Sr. Francis Wolf --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Athree_affiliated_fort_berthold%3A6b7c26be011885df. Public record. Not legal advice.