# Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 51, Number 23 • Saturday, November 12th, 2022

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Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 51, Number 23 • Saturday, November 12th, 2022

20TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL MARCH TO HONOR LOST CHILDREN
Written by:
Jordana R. Bass

Sioux City IA - This year will be the 20th year
that the Memorial March to Honor Lost Children
will be held, and the history of the march and its
purpose are still being discussed today.
Recalling back to last year's event, Tribal
Councilman Aric Armell carried the flag staff
to lead the 5-mile walk. One Winnebago tribal
member spoke on the lack of Winnebago youth
involved in the Memorial March. This year to
raise awareness of this event the WIN would
like to discuss the history of the march, its
importance, and what to look forward to this
year.
A reflection paper written by the late Dr.
Frank LaMere (2016) said “The memorial
march to Honor Lost Children has grown from
an act of frustration and a show of unity into a
Spiritual Celebration and true remembrance
of children and families who have been
impacted by the child welfare system.” The
march is nothing more and nothing less than

HAND DRUM MAKING CLASS
October 21st HoChunk Renaissance
hosted a Hand Drum making class! 10
participants were able to go through
the process of tying hide on oak
hardwood. Thank you to the instructor
Dawson Big Eagle for sharing his
knowledge & HoChunk Renaissance
for the opportunity!

DEER HARVESTING DEMO
November 4th The Little Priest Tribal
College Community Education held
a deer cleaning demo. Attendees
were given a hands-on teaching of
the process with Instructor Justin
McCauley! The class were shown
knife handling tips, skinning, areas to
harvest and more.. a few participants
took the opportunity to try. Thank
you to LPTC & Justin McCauley for the
learning experience!

PREPPING FOR
ROCK YOUR MOCCS
In preparation for Rock Your Mocs
Week starting, November 13th-19th
Programs around Winnebago are
hosting Moccasin making classes!
Thanks to HoChunk Renaissance,
Higher Education & LPTC for
showing our community how to
create their own!! We hope the Rock
Your Mocs week grows each year!

Photo taken was at the 19th annual Memorial March. Tribal Councilman Aric Armell
carried the flagstaff for the full 5 miles of the march.

an acknowledgement of those Native families
who have been pulled apart and a community
that has come together with a resolve to change
things.”In our tribal histories we know erasure of
connection to culture comes with having little to
no contact with our families and communities.
The WIN met with Valerie Uken who is a
Project Director of the Winnebago Public Health
Department and the Executive Director of the
Urban Native Center in Sioux City, IA. She comes
from the Yankton Sioux tribe, and she shared
“the importance of it is not to forget about
where we are, to help us heal, to help build, and
strengthen our youth so we have a better future.
It needs to continue for that reason, so our youth
will know there's always a future for them.”
In 2019 Uken was hired with the Winnebago
Tribe as a liaison to work with Dr. Frank LaMere
to help families stay out of the system. She shared

“I was blessed with this position to work with Frank,
I never had an opportunity to learn the other part of
my culture, and I’m humbled.” Uken has had much
experience advocating for children. She taught softball
& basketball to middle eastern youth through her time
in the military. Adding “when I get home, I really get to
do what I need to do, and that’ll improve the situation
for Native families.” She shared that many times DHS
focuses on keeping the parents clean, but much of the
time the child is left behind.
The Official 20th Annual Memorial March to Honor
Lost Children will be held Wednesday, November
22, 2022, at sunrise starting at 7:30 am at War Eagle
monument in Sioux City, IA. The first prayer starts at
8am, and the march will end at approximately 12pm
with the fourth prayer. A traditional meal will be held
at the Sioux City Convention Center. If you’re yearning
for more knowledge, the Urban Native Center will be

PROPOSED CO2 PIPELINE, AND
THE EFFECTS OF CARBON DIOXIDE

Story Continued. p. 5
See, MEMORIAL MARCH

Written by: Jordana R. Bass

WINNEBAGO, NE – Driving through
Winnebago on a beautiful fall day, the
essence of our community can be felt.
During the liveliest of times students can be
seen walking from school, jogging/training
for track and field meets, or walking
from the Dollar General for after school
munchies. Community members may feel
a sense of “home” and comfort. Which is
why protecting the air we breathe and the
water we drink is important to protect in the
Winnebago community.
Recently the Winnebago Tribe
issued a statement regarding the proposed
Carbon Dioxide (Co2) pipeline. The
Tribal Council unanimously approved a
resolution requesting an environmental
impact study to be conducted on the
Summit Carbon Pipeline and the Navigator
Heartland Pipeline. It was asked of the
Army Crops of Engineers, the Woodbury
County Commissioners, Dakota County
Commissioners, and the Iowa Utility Board
to require a study to be done prior to any
issuance of permits for the Co2 pipelines.
The request was declined by Iowa
regulators. On October 13th, 2022, the Ames
company addressed the proposed pipeline’s
environmental impact in connection with
its request for a permit to build the 680mile project that crosses 29 Iowa counties.
It was suggested from the Iowa Utilities
Board that Summit Carbon file testimony

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The proposed Co2 Pipeline is proposed to extend across 5 states,
and lands just north of Winnebago reservation boundaries

and exhibits that address the environmental
permits and authorizations that it needs to
build the proposed pipeline. The board said,
“other parties may file testimony in response
to the evidence presented by Summit Carbon.”
The Winnnebago reservation
boundaries extends over the river in Iowa.
The proposed pipeline construction would take
place north of the Winnebago reservation but
would cross at the Missouri River, where the
tribe is downstream. Tribal Council Secretary
Story Continued. p. 5
Lorelei Decora said in the statement that “Co2 See, CO2 PIPELINE

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COMMUNITY

A WINNEBAGO SON,
CARLOS TRINDAD-SNAKE

OMAHA, NEBRASKA – If you
are a fan of boxing, then you
have the opportunity to see
a Winnebago tribal member
in action as he faces a bareknuckle fight in the ring in
a matchup against Florida
resident Al Riley. This is one
match you don’t want to miss.
The WIN had the opportunity
to pull Trinidad-Snake out of
work and training for a quick
interview. Carlos TrindadSnake (Huk Nejuxi “First in
Line to be Chief ” – Snake
Clan) is the son of Annabelle
Snake and Juan Trindad, and
the grandson of Lenore Snake
and Chuck Bowman, and Stuart
Snake Sr. He has been fighting
professionally for 3 years. Prior
to that he began fighting at the
age of 18. His current win/loss
record is 2-0 in bare knuckle,
undefeated in knockouts
and in MMA he is 2-0, with 2
knockouts. He is at 100% in his
professional career.
His predominant
fighting style is a “striker”, but
also mixed martial arts, jujitsu,
and wrestling. He had shared “I
just feel like it was something I
was good at. I know people in
it, it just feels natural to me. I
like being there. I like being in
the fight. I like being in a hard
fight, ya know?”
In preparing for each
match he had shared, “we’re
trying different stuff every day.
Train wrestling one day, boxing
the next. I go to different gyms,
my main is the boxing gym,
we practice a lot of Muay Thai
boxing, and have got more into
Brazilian jiu jitsu. My coach
for submission wrestling who

ZERIAH GEORGE KICKS OFF HER
FIRST COLLEGE WRESTLING SEASON

Written by:
Jordana R. Bass

handles all the groundwork,
and he’s one of the vets in the
game, and they got the secret.”
He also mentioned he takes his
son to the gym with him, and
his son trains jiu jitsu
The most memorable fight for
him was his first bare knuckles
fight. Adding “that one was
televised and was streamed,
and we had a big audience. It
was a big platform, so when I
walked out there, I wanted to
make an impression. I wanted
to win. I wanted to do it, in some
type of cool way. I knocked the
dude on in like 28 seconds or
something like that.”
Diet is an extremely
important piece to a fighters
career, Trinidad-Snake shared
“I diet around the fight, I like to
eat, you know what I’m saying?
But when I’m in season I switch
my diet a little bit, and to make
sure I make my weigh-in before
the fight. I haven’t missed one
yet. I feel like that’s a big part
as a pro career.
For anyone who is
interested in fighting as a
professional career, he has
some advice for you “Stick
to it, stay disciplined, stay
d e t e r m i n e d . D o n’ t l o s e
motivation, that’s the big thing.
You got to keep that hunger
alive somehow.”
The fight will be taking
place at the Liberty First Credit
Union in Omaha, Nebraska.
Doors open between 6pm-7pm.

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – Winnebago
wrestling has had very much
success as it begins to take off
for youth in the Winnebago
community. Last season the girls
wrestling team at Winnebago
Public School had three state
qualifiers. But let’s rewind to
Zeriah George’s high school career
and remember the gold medals she
has take home for WPS.
She is back in action with
the Iowa Western Reivers and
ready to hit the ground running,
or should we say pinning? Zeriah
took time away from classes and
practice to discuss her upcoming
season.
Zeriah George (Bear clan)
is the daughter of Iva Masquat
and Mitchell DeCora, and the
granddaughter of Lois Lee Masquat
and Melvin Masquat jr.
Currently she is a freshman
who is majoring in Criminal Justice
at Iowa Western. She shared,
“school has been great here, and I
am so super glad that I made the

Written by:
Jordana R. Bass

transfer. My experience with the
wrestling team has been good,
building new relationships with
my team.”
The challenges of being
a college student athlete can
be challenging, and wrestling
at a higher level there is more
competition and room for growth.
George said “in my opinion it’s
different and definitely not for
the weak. At the college level I
definitely train year-round. I view
it as a job that I love to do. I look
forward to the competition, and
doing what I do best on the mat.”
Upon graduating college
her plans are to pursue a career
in law enforcement, and one
day she plans on coming back to
Winnebago Public School to coach.
In closing, she added “I’m so very
happy to be back on the mat.”
Her season has kicked off
November 5th and will end March
4th! View the schedule below to
catch the matches! GO REIVERS!
GO FOR GOLD ZERIAH!

To purchase tickets, go to
www.bkfc.com! Or download
the BKFC app from your Apple
store, or Google Play app!

The next issue of the WINNEBAGO INDIAN NEWS will be published on November 26 , 2022. DEADLINE for this issue will be November 22, 2022.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS
VARIOUS TRIBAL PROGRAMS HOST CULTURAL EVENTS
TO CELEBRATE NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
WINNEBAGO, NE – The month of November is considered
to be Native American Heritage Month. What better way
to celebrate than to learn and practice different cultural
activities! Various programs of the Winnebago Tribe of
Nebraska has joined in collaboration to host activities for
youth, adults, and families.
Learning different cultural aspects is practicing
cultural revitalization. Stay tuned for photos of the events at
the end of the month!
Parents, children, and families. You are highly
encouraged to sign up for the classes and workshops!
Refreshments/meals will be provide to participants, and
supplies are provided. This gives the opportunity for fun,
laughs, and community!
Follow the Winnebago Indian News Facebook social
media page for updates from the tribal programs and the
hosted events.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Little Priest Tribal College is now taking
applications for the following positions:
o

Full Time Faculty
Business Faculty
Extension & Equity Coordinator
Chemistry Laboratory teaching Asst
Maintenance / Security

o

Adjunct Faculty
Tutor

For more information, visit us on the web at:
https://littlepriest.edu/jobs-openings/

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cleaner Indoor Air Home Maintenance Checklist for Fall/Winter
Here it is! The season’s move toward winter brings about changes in our lifestyle, as you well know. As temperatures fall
we spend more of our time inside. This means less air flow inside, autumn allergies, low humidity, cold and flu season,
mold, and an increase in indoor air pollution through our daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and
caring for our pets. Time to prepare and take charge of your home’s indoor air quality this season.

MEET YOUR WTN
EMERGENCY MANAGER, Julie Smithart

Here’s a short list of the major items to check off your indoor to-do list this year, from one room to the next.
The Kitchen
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•

Clean the oven, range and/or
stove
Ensure the exhaust fan and/or
ceiling fan works.
Check for signs of rodents,
roaches and termites
Bathroom / Laundry Room
• Ensure that the exhaust fan draws up air
• Clean the dryer vent / screen
Attic
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Garage
• Ensure proper storage of fuel cans
and solvents.
• Check for signs of rodents, roaches

Inspect for water damage
Ensure that insulation is in place
Check for signs of rodents, roaches
and termites

Basement and Crawl Space
• Ensure there are no wet surfaces, puddles or a musty
odor
• Inspect the boiler for leaks
• Inspect the water heater for rust and/or leaks
• Clean and tune the furnace, boiler and water heater(s)
• Ensure that the sump pump and check valve are working
• Check for signs of rodents, roaches and termites
All Rooms of your home
• Replace the batteries in the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and ensure they are
functional
• Replace or clean air filters
• Inspect walls, ceilings, windows and doors for peeling paint or damage to lead-based
paint
• Inspect walls, ceilings, windows and doors for signs of water damage

I was born and raised
in Iowa. Attended Indian
Hills Community College
and earned an Associates
of Science in Geospatial
Technology (GPS/Mapping).
From there I attended Upper
Iowa University where I earned
my Bachelor’s in Emergency
and Disaster Management. I
earned my Certification as
Emergency Manager (CEM)

WINNEBAGO PUBLIC SCHOOL, ROBOTICS
SHARED ORIGINALLY VIA WPS FACEBOOK PAGE

T h e rob ot i c s t eam o f
Ma r l i n Mo u s s e a u a n d
Thomas Walker placed
5th at Saturday's meet in
Orange City, IA. This puts
them 8th out of 22 teams
in the league after their
first time competing! The
team, which also includes
Isaiah Armell and Tayden
Spears, will compete again
on November 19 at Sioux
City East Middle School.
Spectators are welcome!
#bagopride

Feel free to use this checklist as a general guide, and add or subtract items as you go. Fall home maintenance
may feel tedious or daunting, depending on your interest level. However, it’s extremely important!
EPD Air Quality, November 2022, by Kurt Lyons

RSV SEASON IS HERE!
PUBLISHED ON BEHALF OF, WINNEBAGO PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The Winnebago Public Health Nursing
Department wants you to be aware that the
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season is here!
This is a common winter virus, especially for
children, but it can be a serious illness! Anyone
can catch RSV at any time of year; even adults!
In Nebraska, most infections occur during the
winter months, from October to April. RSV
season depends upon where you live in the
United States, so please be aware of this if you
travel.
Every year almost 60,000 children, especially
those under 5 years of age, are hospitalized due
to RSV. For many healthy children, RSV causes
lung and airway infections leading to mild, and
cold-like symptoms. Premature infants, and
infants younger than 2 are at high-risk. Any
child, especially those younger than 2, with
a history of a transplant, weakened immune
system, or any heart or lung condition are also
at risk. Unfortunately, those at high-risk can
develop severe lung infections.

How does RSV spread?

RSV spreads easily, entering through the eyes,
nose or mouth. The virus spreads through
direct and indirect contact with someone who
already has the virus. Direct contact is physical
contact with someone who has the virus through
touching, kissing or breathing in droplets sent
into the air by coughing and sneezing. Indirect
contact happens by touching something with the
virus and then touching the eyes, nose or mouth.
Most importantly, the virus lives for several
hours on surfaces like countertops, shopping
carts, toys and unwashed hands. RSV is easily
spread in daycare centers and crowded houses.

What are the symptoms of RSV?

RSV symptoms appear 4-6 days after coming in
contact with the virus. Older children or adults
may only have mild cold-like symptoms.

Severe complications from RSV include:
developing pneumonia, ear infections, asthma
and repeated infections. Contact your doctor
right away if you and or your child have any of
these symptoms.
What can you do to stop the spread of RSV?
Practice the following healthcare practices:

• Wash your baby’s (child or adult)
bedding in hot water often.
• Wash your hands often, especially
before touching your baby, child, or
another person.
• Stay away from crowds.
• Stay away from people who are ill.
• Stay home if you are ill or your child
is ill.
• Do not allow people to smoke around
you or your children.
• Clean and disinfect surface areas
often.
• Wearing a mask may stop the spread.
If you have any questions, be sure to reach out
to your health care provider!
***Article adapted from the National Center
for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
(NCIRD), Division of Viral Diseases (2020).

Severe symptoms of RSV in high-risk
infants or adults include:
• Rapid or labored breathing
• Severe cough
• Wheezing
• High fever
• Bluish skin due to a lack of oxygen

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through the International
Association of Emergency
Managers. I worked as an
Emergency Management
Planner for Ysleta del Sur
Pueblo in El Paso, Texas
and then as the Emergency
Ma n a g e m e n t D i r e c t o r
for Cow Creek Band of
Umpqua Tribe of Indians
in Roseburg, Oregon.
I have 2 dogs,
Cornelia (mini dachshund)
and Tanzer (chihuahua). I
have a daughter, Shannon,
in Florida and she will
scoff at me listing the dogs
first! I have a grandson,
Michael, in Iowa. I love to
travel, especially to National
Parks. I have traveled to
several countries in Europe
and would like too again
someday.

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TOP STORIES

MEMORIAL
MARCH
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hosting events through November
17th and 22nd.
This year is the 20th year of the
Memorial March, so you are invited
and encouraged to attend to make
the event the largest “show out” to
date. Uken said “I feel like one of the
things that people stay away from
the march, between Native and NonNative is because it brings back bad
memories. But we’re trying to find
that bridge for healing. It’s important
for local tribes to attend because
many of their children have been in
that situation. We have Winnebago,
Omaha, Santee, Ponca, and Alaska
natives in Sioux City that have been
through the system. It’s important
to know their rights as parents and
children.”
In a written statement from Judy
Yellowbank regarding the history of
ICWA it began with the case of Hannah
Thomas who died at the hands of her
foster parent because of, Shaken Baby
Syndrome in December of 1997. Prior
to her death, a Native family fought
in court to take Hannah. However,
they were met with obstacles and
false accusations. The case was a
blatant violation of ICWA and moved
tribal Native communities to act.
Uken shared “after the three children
were killed in foster care, advocates,

and the grandma’s marched. Each
year it’s been about networking and
collaborating.” LaMere was one
of the major role players to lead
the way. Uken also added “Frank,
his years of work was to create a
better environment. The system
isn’t perfect, but it has come a long
way because now we have a family
first mandate, reunification, and
customary adoptions.” What that
entails are mothers/fathers don’t
automatically lose their rights, where
a child can go to another family
member. Once what they need to
ensure a child has a healthy home
environment, that child can return
to the parent.
The obstacles our ancestors have
overcome still carry on in different
aspects of our current tribal societal
issues. Going back to 1860, the Bureau
of Indian Affairs (BIA) opened the first
of 350 “Indian” boarding schools, with
the intention of “civilizing” Native
American/Indigenous Children.
Which in more recent years has been
called a “Cultural Genocide”. The
Boarding School student number rose
by the 1960’s-1970’s, reaching up to
60,000 in 1973. The U.S. government
then rolled out the Indian Adoption
Act, which had placed 395 Native
American children from western
states with white families in the
midwest to the east coast. Data showed
that 25%-35% of Native children had
been removed during that era, which
led to the Indian Child Welfare Act in
1978. ( theguardian.com )
I C WA p r o t e c t s N a t i v e
children by keeping them connected
to their families, identities, and
culture. It also works to reduce the
overrepresentation of Native children

CO2 PIPELINE

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is deadly when inhaled, what happens when this
pipeline fails? The pipeline construction path is
placed on the ancestral lands of the Nebraska
tribes, when happens when they disturb our
ancestors’ burial sites? There is just too much
unknown for these pipelines, that’s why it’s
important that this study be conducted. It’s our
duty to protect mother Earth.”
An environmental impact study is
important in any proposed environmental
project. What it does is outlines the impact
of a proposed project on its surrounding
environment. They are meant to inform the
work and decisions of policymakers and
community leaders. Summit Carbon says its
carbon pipeline would prevent 12 million tons
of Co2 from entering the atmosphere every year.
The Heartland Greenway pipeline, proposed
by Dallas-based Navigator Co2 Ventures, would
also run through Northeast Nebraska. Like the
Summit pipeline, it would transport captured
carbon dioxide to be sequestered underground
in Illinois. Carbon sequestration projects,
like these, have been proposed as a means of
slowing climate change, as carbon dioxide
generated by industrial processes is thought
to present little risk of warming the plant if it’s
pumped underground.
The primary source of Co2 emissions
come from transportation, electricity, and
industry. The emissions can stay in the
atmosphere for as long as thousands of years.
Carbon dioxide is Earth’s most important
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in the child welfare system, and On November 22nd, 2022,
it serves to underscore and affirm you are invited to march
tribal nations to self-governance.
In the U.S. Supreme Cour t i n t h e 2 0 t h A n n u a l
c a s e r e g a r d i n g B r a c k e e n V. Memorial March to
Haaland, arguments have begun Honor Lost Children.
November, 9th, 2022. Our tribal
sovereignty would be at stake. If
ICWA is overturned by the U.S.
Supreme Court, the outcome will be
detrimental for Native children and
their families. The reasoning is due
to a case in June of 2016, a 10-month
old Navajo boy was placed with Chad
and Jennifer Brackeen. The child
was placed with the family after his
mother was found to be using drugs.
In 2017 a Texas state court terminated
the rights of the biological parents.
Under the provisions of ICWA,
the Navajo Nation stepped in and
pushed to place the child with a
Navajo family, but that failed and
the Brackeens were allowed to adopt
the child. They then attempted to
adopt the boy’s sister. The Brackeens
then filed suit in federal court to
overturn ICWA on the grounds of
racial discrimination.
As we stand today, all that
Dr. Frank LaMere stood up against
is again at the forefront of Native
American social issues. The march
is one way to take a stand against
Brackeen v. Haaland.
In conclusion Dr. Frank LaMere
shared “Miracles have happened
along the way most importantly
the people gather to remember, to
pray and to reaffirm that we cannot
be quiet until all of our families are
protected. As I have said before this
may be the last march… or they may
go on forever.”

greenhouse gas, it’s a gas that absorbs and
radiates heat. Greenhouse gases absorb heat
radiating from the Earth’s surface and rereleases it into, not just in the four directions.
But all directions. By adding more carbon
dioxide into the atmosphere, people are
supercharging the natural greenhouse effect,
causing global temperature to rise.
Which would indicate the decline of snowfall
over the last 5-10 years, that Co2 emissions
greatly effect the ozone layer. Resulting in global
warming, the draught of rain on our tribal
farms has decreased significantly. Without
rainfall, then how can we flourish in our food
sovereignty.
T h e Wi n n e b a g o E nv i r o n m e n t a l
Protection Department has been serving the
Tribe since 2000. Joseph Painter III (Te’e Caxe ga
“Hard to Kill” – Bear Clan) is the son of Joseph jr.
and Cheryl Painter. His maternal grandparents
are the late DuWayne Decora & Lillian LeBeau
Chase, and his paternal grandparents are the
late Joseph Painter sr. & Mary Cleveland Painter.
He is currently the EPD manager.

The value of having clean air
and clean water is ensuring the safety of those
who drink the water, and breathe the air in our
little community. Painter III shared, “quality
water is important because chemicals that can
be harmful to us may be in the water we drink.
Also, chemicals that can be harmful not only
to us from contact and/or ingestion during
swimming, but pets, fish, wildlife such as birds,
deer, turkey, etc. can be in the water that flows
in the creeks and streams, rivers, ponds, and
wetlands. Even if a person doesn’t go near the
water, may be affected by eating fish that live in
the water or other wildlife that eat the fish.” The
same goes for air quality, anything that enters
your body can affect your health and welfare.
It is tough to decide which alternative
to go, allowing greenhouse emissions to affect
the air we breathe. But what if the proposed
Co2 pipeline fails and leaks into the Missouri
river? Co2 could effect our wildlife and water.
In the event of a carbon pipeline rupture or
leak, an explosive plume of Co2 gas can emerge,
odorless and colorless, and asphyxiant that can
suffocate all living beings. At concentrations
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between 2-10%, Co2 can cause nausea, dizziness,
headache, mental confusion, increased blood
pressure, and respiratory rate.
According to the Des Moines Register,
nearly two years ago, a 24 inch pipeline carrying
liquefied Co2 ruptured near the village of Satartia,
Mississippi. It was built though hilly, rugged
terrain. Drenched in rain for over 2 months, soil
around the pipeline slid, causing a pipe weld to
break and releasing an explosion of ice and carbon
dioxide, according to the federal agency that
investigated the accident. Co2 then rolled toward
the village of 50 people. Emergency personnel
evacuated around 200 residents, 45 of them sought
medical attention, according to an investigation by
the U.S. Department of Transportations Pipeline
and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
What can we do today to reduce the
What can we do today to help reduce Co2, little
efforts matter. Examples could be, improving
the insulation of buildings, travel in more fuelefficient vehicles, using more energy efficient
appliances. Reuce personal energy by turning off
lights and electronics when not in use. Reduce
distance traveled in vehicles. Even a CCS project
may transport the Co2 through a pipeline, and
inject it dep underground, where it could be
transported to a nearby abandoned oil field, where
it would be securely stored.
As of September 20th, 2022, Summit
Carbon Solutions announced a new milestone
in its Co2 pipeline project, with 1,400 easement
agreements signed in Iowa. The $4.5 billion
project is expected to see the construction of a
2,000- mile pipeline set to pass through Nebraska,
Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and
Iowa. According to them, this milestone secures
another 350 miles of proposed route. Meaning at
this pace, construction will begin as planned, just
about a year from now, in 2023.
There are pros and cons of a potential Co2
pipeline, but what can we do as a community to
bring awareness and educate ourselves that would
protect the drinking water of our community, as
well as honor Mother Earth. Today, the issue still
sits on "the table".

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QUESTION OF THE ISSUE: What is your favorite thing about the FALL/AUTUMN season?
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Football!!! Because Fall
S ea s o n i n my m i n d i s
actually called Football
Season!!! There's High
School Football Friday,
College Football Saturday,
NFL on Sunday, Monday
Night Football and Amazon
Prime Football on Thursday.
Gotta love it!!!

It is a little tough to
narrow it down because
my favorite time of the
year is Fall/Autumn SZN!!!
I really love the cooler
weather because we get
to bring out the hoodies,
the fuzzy jackets, & thee
boots! Plus, my birthday
is right around the corner.

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I really like seeing the
trees change color, and
when it's spring they all
turn back to green! But
now that I'm a mother it’s
the family activities! Kids
truly make things exciting,
so I'd say Halloween and
going to the pumpkin
patch!

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Jordana

Christina

WIN
Editor

Web Master
Ho o d i e s a r e my
default but this
year, I’ve been really
enjoying the color
changing of the trees
and witnessing how
nature gets ready for
the winter months.

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Def would be the colors
changing in the early fall
weeks! Also really love
pumpkin spice latte's.
Going to pumpkin patches
w i t h my n i e c e s a n d
nephews!

2022

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EDITORIALS

HEALTHY FOOD RECIPE

ALL LEGAL NOTICES
ARE POSTED ON BEHALF OF:
Winnebago Tribal Court

Prepared by: Chef Jessika Free-Bass

HEALTH BENEFITS OF BUTTERNUT
SQUASH

ALL LEGAL NOTICES ARE
SIGNED BY:
Tribal Court Judge

A diet rich in vegetables & fruits can lower
blood pressure, reduce risk of heart disease and
stroke, prevent some types of cancer, lower risk
of eye and digestive problems, and have a positive effect upon blood sugar which can help keep
appetite in check. And while several nutrients in
squash like the carotenoids, vitamin C, polysaccharide fibers, and minerals such as potassium
and magnesium have been researched individually for their role in health and chronic disease
prevention, there is a lack of epidemiological
studies or controlled trials looking at specific
health benefits of winter squash. Historically,
winter squash has been used in some cultures
as a medicinal plant to treat diabetes, high
blood pressure, cancer, high cholesterol, and
inflammation.

LEGAL NOTICE: 3/3
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-131

In the Matter of the
Custody Application of:
Mary Morrison
In Re:
J.M (Born 5/2007)
K.T (Born 7/2008)
TO: Jessica Thompson, Mother
Eric Morrison, Father
You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed for
Guardianship and a hearing concerning the above referred
Individual(s) in Case No. CV22-039 has been scheduled and
will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago,
Nebraska on the 7th day of December, 2022 at the hour of
11:30 A.M.

• Diabetes: Squash is a dense, filling food despite being fairly low in calories (45-90 calories
per cup cooked, depending on type) with a low
glycemic index and load. Butternut squash, for
example, has almost half the amount of carbohydrate of a sweet potato. Squash also contains
polysaccharides, a type of indigestible fiber that
can prevent blood sugar from rising after eating,
as shown in animal studies. The protein and
unsaturated oils from the seeds may also have
a moderating effect on blood sugar.
• Cancer: Certain compounds in squash like
beta-carotene and lutein are classified as flavonoids that may help to protect human cells from
the damaging effects of oxygen. Flavonoids have
been researched extensively for their possible
role in affecting or inhibiting cancer cell growth.
• Heart health: Winter squash is rich in potassium (about 500 mg in 1 cup of cooked butternut
or acorn squash), which can help to counteract
the deleterious effects of sodium on blood pressure. Decreased cholesterol was observed when
giving pumpkin polysaccharides to healthy and
diabetic mice.

Dated this 11th day of October, 2022

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-151

In the Matter of the Custody Petition of:
Jamie Littlegeorge
vs. Lindsey Tymkowicz
TO: Lindsey Yumkowicz
You are hereby notified that a Custody petition has been filed
and a hearing concerning the above referred Individual(s)
in case no. CV22-151 has been scheduled and will be heard
in the Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on
the 7TH day of DECEMBER, 2022 at the hour of 11:00 A.M.
Dated this 27TH day of October, 2022.

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3
Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-110

In the Matter of the Petition to
Suspend Parental Rights:
M.D.M (DOB: 09/2020)
To: Mallori Hamilton, Mother
Patrick Mantich or All Possible Fathers
You are hereby notified that a Petition for Customary
Adoption has been filed and the final hearing concerning the
above referred Individual(s) in case no. CV22-110 has been
scheduled and will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court
of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 7th day of December, 2022
at the hour of 10:30 A.M.
Dated this 7th day of November, 2022.

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3

Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-122
In the Matter of the Petition to
Suspend Parental Rights:
C.P. (DOB: 11/2020)
To: Davina Reyna, Mother
All Possible Fathers
You are hereby notified that a Petition for Customary
Adoption has been filed and the final hearing concerning the
above referred Individual(s) in case no. CV22-122 has been
scheduled and will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court
of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 7th day of December, 2022
at the hour of 10:30 A.M.
Dated this 7th day of November, 2022.

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3
In the Matter of the
Divorce Petition of:
Curlesha Pritchard-Nomel
vs
Albert Nomel

Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-126

Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV22-142

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3

LEGAL NOTICE: 1/3

In the Matter of the
Custody Application of:
Denise Kearnes

In the Matter of the Name
Change Petition of:
ALEXANDER SETH ST.CYR to
ALEXANDER SETH BROWNRIGG

The People of the Winnebago
Tribe
In the Interest of:
J.R, X.R, G.R, P.R

The People of the Winnebago
Tribe
In the Interest of:
L.W, A.T
(Born 3/2007, 6/2008)

To:ANY INTERESTED PARTY

To:Phillip Robinson Sr, Father
All Possible Fathers
You are hereby notified that
a hearing for an Adjudication
concerning the above referred
minor individual(s) in case
no. JFJ22-020ABCD has been
scheduled and will be heard in
the Winnebago Tribal Court of
Winnebago, Nebraska on the
10th day of January, 2023 at the
hour of 1:30 P.M.

To:Michael Thomas, Father
All Possible Fathers

You are hereby notified that
a hearing for an Adjudication
concerning the above referred
minor individual(s) in case
no. JFJ22-027AB has been
scheduled and will be heard in
the Winnebago Tribal Court of
Winnebago, Nebraska on the
15th day of November, 2022 at
the hour of 10:30 A.M.

Dated this 8th day of November,
2022

Dated this 8th day of November,
2022.

In Re:
S.B, C.H. (Born 12/2019 &
09/2021)Sina Baker, Mother
To: Albert Nomel
Clyde Hoffman, Father
You are hereby notif ied
TO: Sina Baker, Mother
that a Divorce petition has
Clyde Hoffman, Father
been filed and a hearing

concerning the above
Yo u a r e h e r e b y referred Case No. CV22-142
notified that a petition has has been scheduled and will
been filed for Guardianship be heard in the Winnebago
and a hearing concerning the Tribal Court of Winnebago,
above referred Individual(s) Nebraska on the 7TH day of
in Case No. CV22-126 has December, 2022 at the hour
been scheduled and will of 10:00 A.M.
be heard in the Winnebago
Tribal Court of Winnebago, D a t e d t h i s 7 t h D a y o f
Nebraska on the 5th day of November, 2022
December, 2022 at the hour
of 11:30 A.M.

Notice of Hearing
Case No. CV23-009

You are hereby notified that
a petition for Name Change
has been filed and a hearing
concerning the above referred
Individual in case no. CV23-009
has been scheduled and will be
heard in the Winnebago Tribal
Court of Winnebago, Nebraska
on the 8TH day of DECEMBER,
2022 at the hour of 11:30 A.M.
Dated this 8TH day of November,
2022.

Notice of Hearing
Case No. JFJ22-020ABCD

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Notice of Hearing
Case No. JFJ22-027AB

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Dated this 7th Day of
November, 2022.

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TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
whenever applicable and this
resolution shall serve as notice to
EDITORS NOTE:
the Bureau of Indian Affairs of the
In the attached 5-10-22 Memo,
Tribe's intent and action; and
the Tribal Council approved
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that
implementation of the 4
recommendations as presented by the the Tribal Agricultural Land Lease
Policy and Procedures shall be
Legal Counsel on 5-9-22.
effective upon adoption of this
resolution by the Tribal Council.
RESOLUTION #22-48
APPROVING AMENDED TRIBAL AG RI WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
Tribal Agricultural Land Lease
CULTURAL LAND LEASE
Policy and Procedures
POLICY AND PROCEDURES

for those lands only indicated in
their Notice of Intent after bids
have been accepted or rejected
by the Tribal Council or the
Superintendent.

of Interior.

d. Notice of Intent means written
documentation submitted by a
Registered Tribal Entity to the
Winnebago Tribe’s Land
6. The highest responsible bid is
Management Department or the
Bureau of Indian Affairs stating its one which: (a) provides for the
payment of yearly acceptable
intention
to lease and/or bid to lease certain rental or some other appropriate
valuation method; or (b) one which
Agricultural Land.
e. Notice of Interest means written is negotiated by the parties to
be an acceptable annual amount.
documentation submitted by a
Tribal Entity to the Tribal Land
Section I. AUTHORITY
Management Department stating 7. A Registered Tribal Entity that
WHEREAS, the Winnebago Tribe of
These policies and procedures arc
its desire to be a Registered Tribal submitted a Notice of Intent must,
Nebraska is a Federally recognized
immediately after bids are
enacted pursuant to the Winnebago Entity and to receive formal
Indian Tribe organized pursuant to
publicly opened, submit in writing
notice of Agricultural Lease
Section 16 of the Act of June 18, 1934 ( 48 Tribal Council’s authority to
the lands for which it intends to
regulate the leasing of Tribal lands
opportunities from the BIA and
Stat 984 ), (25 USC 476) as amended by
match the highest responsible
the Tribal Land Management
theAct ofJune 15, 1935, (49 Stat 378); and under its inherent powers of selfbid or offer for any Agricultural
government and Article IV,
Department.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article III of
Land offered or advertised for lease
the Winnebago Tribal Constitution, the Section 1(d) of the Winnebago Tribal f. Registered Tribal Entity means
by the Tribe or BIA. This
any Tribal Entity, approved and
governing body of the Tribe shall be the Constitution.
Notice of Intent requirement does
accepted by the Tribal Council,
Tribal Council; and
not pertain to those Tribal lands
In addition to its powers under
possessing an intent to lease
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article IV,
the Tribe elects to negotiate
tribal law, the Tribe has the specific Agricultural Land that has
Section 1( c) of the Winnebago Tribal
an Agricultural Lease on with a
authority under federal law
submitted a Notice of Interest to
Constitution, and its inherent powers
lessee of their choice.
the
of self-government, the Tribal Council to establish a policy for the leasing
of tribal and individually-owned
Winnebago Land Management
is vested with the power, inter alia,
8. In a situation where two (2) or
agricultural land as set
Department and to the Bureau
"To safeguard and promote the peace,
more Registered Tribal Entities
forth in the American Indian
of Indian Affairs, Winnebago,
safety, morals, and general welfare of
submit a Notice of Intent, those
Agricultural Resource Management Nebraska.
the Tribe"; and
prospective Registered Tribal
Act codified at 25 U.S.C §39 and
g. Superintendent means the BIA
WHEREAS, the Winnebago Tribal
related regulations in 25 C.F.R. Part Winnebago Agency Superintendent Entity tenants will be permitted to
Council is vested with the authority
submit a sealed bid immediately
162. Further, 25 C.F.R. §162.203
or other BIA official, including a
to regulate the leasing of Tribal lands
provides that the federal
field representative or one holding following the public bid opening.
pursuant to its inherent powers
The Registered Tribal Entity
government will “recognize and
equivalent authority.
of self-government and Article IV,
submitting the highest bid will be
h. Tribal Entity means any
Section 1 ( d), of the Winnebago Tribal comply with tribal laws regulating
awarded the lease, subject to
activities on agricultural land,
organization, subdivision,
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Tribe's primary natural including tribal laws relating to land department program, corporation, approval by the Tribal Council.
use, environmental protection, and company, subsidiary, agency, or
resource is its land, a vast amount of
9. Rent payments in fixed amounts
other business or governmental
which is high quality agricultural land historic or cultural
or based on a share of the
preservation.”
unit that is owned, operated,
that is currently leased to non-tribal
agricultural products generated by
controlled, or managed by the
farming operations; and
the
Section II. PURPOSE
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
WHEREAS, the Tribe has determined
lease, or a percentage of the
The purpose of these policies
that it is in its best interest to
income to be derived from the sale
and procedures is to establish a
2. Any Tribal Entity that seeks to
increase its return on land assets and
mechanism for leasing tribal and
receive notice of Agricultural Lease of such agricultural products are
investments; and
permitted if approved by the Tribal
individual-owned agricultural lands opportunities and become a
WHEREAS, federal law also provides
Council.
that includes a preference in favor
Registered Tribal Entity shall
that the federal government will
submit a written Notice of Interest
"recognize and comply with tribal laws of Tribal Entities for
10. The Tribe or BIA may authorize
leasing such lands.
stating such to the Winnebago
regulating activities on agricultural
and approve an Agricultural Lease
Section III. SCOPE
Tribe Land Management
land, including tribal laws relating to
land use, environmental protection, and This Tribal Agricultural Land Lease Department and to the BIA. Such of Tribal land at a nominal
status as a Registered Tribal Entity rent, or at less than a fair annual
historic or cultural preservation" (See 25 Policy applies to Winnebago Tribal
rental, if the Tribe determines that
agricultural land held in
is
C.F.R. §162.202); and
such lease is in the best
WHEREAS, the Tribe desires to exercise trust or fee. This policy also applies subject to the approval of the
interest of the Tribe.
to individually-owned agricultural
Winnebago Tribal Council.
its authority to establish and adopt
land held in trust within
certain tribal policies and procedures
the boundaries of the Winnebago
3. Upon posting an advertisement 11. No Agricultural Lease will be
regarding the leasing of tribal
Reservation.
for an Agricultural Lease, a copy of granted or approved at less than a
agricultural land; and
fair annual rental, as
such advertisement shall be
WHEREAS, the Tribal Council adopted Section IV. POLICY
previously determined by
It is the policy of the Winnebago
sent to each Registered Tribal
the Tribal Agricultural Land Lease
an appraisal or some other
Tribe of Nebraska that Tribal
Entity. In situations where no
Policy ("Policy") and Procedures on
appropriate valuation method,
Entities shall receive a preference
advertisement will be posted, if
January 11, 2012, and amended such
unless approved
in leasing agricultural land leased
Tribal Council approves, written
policy on January 8, 2014, to include
by the Tribal Council.
by the Tribe or by the BIA under 25
notice of the availability of
additional procedural requirements;
Agricultural Land for lease shall be
and such January 8, 2014, amendments C.F.R. §162.212, by
contained an incorrect provision which permitting prospective Tribal Entity provided to each Registered Tribal 12. The Tribe reserves the right
tenants to negotiate or bid on lease
Entity as Agricultural Land comes to reject any and all bids without
requires a Tribal Entity to provide a
explanation and to negotiate
available for lease. Such
bond under an Agricultural Lease; and agreements or match the
highest responsible bid for leases.
advertisement notice process does with any interested bidder if they
WHEREAS, the Tribal Council desires
Subject to Tribal Council approval
not pertain to those lands the Tribe so choose.
to revise the Policy to correct said
and acceptance of bids and
seeks to negotiate a lease
provision to reflect the original
13. A Tribal Entity shall not be
bidders.
on with a lessee of their choice.
intention contained in the Policy
required to provide a bond under
approved January 1, 2011, to state that a
4. Any Registered Tribal Entity that an Agricultural Lease.
Tribal Entity shall NO T be required to Section V. PROCEDURES
1. Definitions.
seeks to lease certain Agricultural
provide a bond under an Agricultural
14. These policies and procedures
Land advertised or
Lease.
are intended to supersede federal
available for lease shall submit a
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, a. Agricultural Land means land
suited or used for the production of Notice of Intent to the Winnebago leasing regulations under 25
that the Winnebago Tribal Council
crops, livestock or other
Land Management Department or CFR Part 162 as set forth in 25 CFR
hereby adopts and approves the
§162.203.
agricultural products or land suited Superintendent, as appropriate,
attached revised Tribal Agricultural
or used for a business that supports upon receipt of the lease
Land Lease Policy and Procedures,
15. Individual owners of trust land
the surrounding
advertisement or notice stating
including an exemption for a Tribal
may exempt their Agricultural
which lands it seeks to lease.
Entity from the requirement to provide agricultural community.
b. Agricultural Lease means a lease This notice requirement does not Land from the application of
a bond under an Agricultural Lease,
these policies and procedures if the
of agricultural land for farming and/ pertain to those Tribal lands the
preference policy for lease lands that
Indian owners of at least 50% of
or grazing
Tribe
allows Tribal Entities to match the
elects to negotiate an Agricultural the trust or restricted
highest responsible bid, in accordance purposes.
interest in the land submit a
Lease on with a lessee of their
with 25 C.F.R. §162.203 and other
written objection to the BIA before
choice.
applicable law; and
a lease is granted or approved in
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the
Tribal Agricultural Land Lease
5. Notice of the highest responsible accordance with 25 C.R.R.
Tribal Agricultural Land Lease Policy
§162.205.
bid or offer to lease Agricultural
and Procedures shall supersede federal Policy and Procedures
Land shall be provided to
leasing regulations under 25 C.F.R. Part
16. The Winnebago Tribe Land
c. BIA means the Bureau of Indian
each Registered Tribal Entity
162 as set forth in 25 C.F.R. §162.203,
Affairs within the U.S. Department
that submitted a Notice of Intent
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TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES
Management Department shall
provide notice of these policies and
procedures to affected person or
entities undertaking activities on
Agricultural Land. Such notice
will be provided by:
a. Written notice included in an
advertisement for lease; or
b. By public notice posted at the
tribal community building or in the
United States Post Office.
17. The Tribal Council shall provide
the BIA with an official copy of these
policies and procedures and shall
cause a copy to be published in the
tribal newspaper at the time these
policies and
procedures are adopted.
18. This Tribal Agricultural Land
Lease Policy and Procedures does
not pertain to those Tribal
lands the Winnebago Tribe elects to
negotiate an agricultural lease on
with a lessee of their
choice.
19. The Winnebago Tribe of
Nebraska only shall be allowed to
amend these policies.
TC Approved: 2012-01-11.
Amended: 2014-1-8; 2021-12-20.
EDITORS NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING MINUTES ARE
CONTINUE FROM LAST ISSUE...
Lorelei DeCora motioned to
approve the cost for the outgoing
C.E.O, Winnebago Comprehensive
Healthcare System plaque and
blanket.

OPENING PRAYER:
Rona Stealer offered the
opening prayer.

Lorelei DeCora motioned to ratify
the five-signature approving tribal
member assistance for the amount
of $1600.00. Aric Armell seconded.

APPROVE AGENDA:
Aric Armell motioned to approve the VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
agenda. Kenneth Mallory seconded. Motion carried.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.

3. Sponsorship of meal for Sacred
Children Care Center

READING OF THE MINUTES:

Aric Armell motioned to ratify
the five-signature approving the
sponsorship of the meal for the
Sacred Children Care Center Prayer
and Blessing Ceremony, which
was rescheduled due to deaths in
the community. (Previous meal
was donated to the families in
mourning). Louis LaRose seconded.

1. 8-15-22 Mid-Monthly TC meeting
Kenneth Mallory motioned to
approve the August 15, 2022, Midmonthly Tribal Council meeting
minutes. Aric Armell seconded.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.

VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.

2. 8-17-22 General Counsel meeting
minutes

[Isaac Smith in at 9:16 a.m.]

Aric Armell motioned to approve the NEW BUSINESS:
August 17, 2022, General Counsel
meeting minutes. Louis LaRose
1. Native American Economic
seconded.
Development & Diversification
Conference
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
Aric Armell motioned to approve
travel for Tribal Council members
3. 8-22-22 Emergency
to attend the September 19 & 20,
Services Report
2022, Native American Economic
Development & Diversification
Kenneth Mallory motioned to
Conference. Coly Brown seconded.
approve the August 22, 2022,
Emergency Services Report meeting VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
minutes. Aric Armell seconded.
Motion carried.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.

2. 2022 Fall Finance & Tribal
Economics Conference

VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
7. Active Shooter Preparedness
Webinar: Registration link provided
date October 26, 2022.
No action taken
[Isaac out at 9:28 a.m. for Blessing
Ceremony at DayCare Center]
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Rona Stealer motioned to go into
Executive Session at 9:28 a.m. Aric
Armell seconded.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
Kenneth Mallory motioned to come
out of Executive Session at 12:41
p.m.
Lorelei DeCora motioned to have
Administration research a conflict
of Supervisory process so tribal
members can get a job if related
to the supervisor. Aric Armell
seconded.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
Lorelei DeCora motioned to approve
an HR presentation on applications,
interviews, and hiring process of the
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Aric
Armell seconded.
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
Aric Armell motioned to reimburse
Sydney Bird the amount of $427.88
from COVID relief fund. Coly Brown
seconded.

4. 8-24-22 Winnebago Tribe
of Nebraska meeting with
Congressman A. Smith

Coly Brown motioned to approve
travel for Tribal Council members
to attend the Fall Finance & Tribal
Brian Chamberlain seconded.
Economics Conference. Isaac Smith
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Kenneth Mallory motioned to
seconded.
VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Motion carried.
approve
the
August
24,
2022,
Motion carried.
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
[Isaac in at 12:45 p.m.]
meeting
with
Congressman
A.
Smith
Motion carried.
Brian Chamberlain motioned to
minutes. Louis LaRose seconded.
adjourn at 3:17p.m. Coly Brown
Aric Armell motioned to direct Child
3. Great Plains Region Tribal
seconded.
& Family Services to release the
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Leaders Meeting
case fore of the D.M. to transfer the
Motion
carried.
VOTE: (5) yes (0) no (0) abstain
case to Omaha CFS. Rona Stealer
Isaac Smith motioned to approve
Motion carried.
seconded.
5. 8-25-22 CEO Report
travel to the Great Plains Tribal
meeting minutes
Leaders Summit in Bismarck,
ADJOURN at 3:17p.m.
ABSTAIN: Coly Brown
ND Sept. 6-8, 2022. Aric Armell
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (1) abstain, CB
seconded.
WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA Kenneth Mallory motioned to
Motion carried.
approve
the
August
25,
2022,
CEO
REGULAR TRIBAL COUNCIL
Report meeting minutes. Louis
ABSTAIN: Coly Brown
MEETING
LaRose
seconded.
VOTE: (5) yes, AA, IS, KM, LD, LLR Aric Armell motioned to reinstate
September 6, 2022
M.J. in her position. Lorelei DeCora
(0) no (2) abstain, RS, CB
seconded.
(6)
yes
(0)
no
(0)
abstain
VOTE:
Motion
carried.
TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT:
Motion carried.
Brian Chamberlain
OBJECT: Coly Brown, Rona Stealer,
4. Department of Justice and
Lorelei DeCora
Kenneth Mallory, Louis LaRose
6. 8-31-22 Treasurer’s Report
Department of the Interior
Rona Stealer
meeting
minutes
Coly Brown
VOTE: (2) yes, LD, AA (5) no, RS,
Louis LaRose motioned to approve
Kenneth Mallory
KM, LLR, CB, IS (0) abstain
Aric
Armell
motioned
to
approve
the
travel
to
Aberdeen,
SD
for
Tribal
Aric Armell
Motion failed.
August 31, 2022, Treasurer’s Report Council to attend Great Plains
Louis LaRose
meeting
minutes.
Kenneth
Mallory
Region
Tribal
Leaders
Overview
of
Isaac Smith
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
seconded.
BIA programs and funding update
(in 9:16 a.m., out 9:28 a.m.)
on September 22, 2022. Coly Brown
Coly Brown motioned to go into
VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain
seconded.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT:
Executive Session at 12:48 p.m.
Motion
carried.
Victoria Kitcheyan (travel)
Kenneth Mallory seconded.
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
RATIFY
FIVE
SIGNATURES:
Motion
carried.
OTHERS PRESENT:
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Esther Mercer
Motion carried.
1.
Travel
Approval
for
A.
LaRose
and
5.
DOJ
&
BIA
virtual
meeting
Lynelle Blackhawk
H. Walker
notice to TC: September 26, 2022
Tyresha Wolfe
Aric Armell motioned to come out of
and September 27, 2022. (links for
Garan Coons
Executive Session at 1:25 p.m. Isaac
Lorelei DeCora motioned to ratify
registration provided)
Brandon Stout
Smith seconded.
the
five-signature
approving
travel
Misty Jefferson
for A. LaRose and H. Walker for the No action taken.
Barbara Pretends Eagle
VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain
Washington, DC delegation trip.
Karla LaPointe
Motion carried.
Aric Armell seconded.
6. NIEA Travel
Gloria Pretends Eagle
Leatha Bass
Respectfully submitted,
VOTE: (3) yes (0) no
Aric Armell motioned to approve
Sydney Bird
Lorelei DeCora, Secretary
(2) abstain, LLR, KM
travel for Tribal Council to attend
Motion carried.
NIEA 2022 53rd Annual Convention Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
CALL TO ORDER:
and Trade Show October 5-8, 2022
Vice Chairman Chamberlain called
minutes continued in next issue...
2. Emergency Assistance
in Oklahoma City, OK. Isaac Smith
the meeting to order at 9:07 a.m.
seconded.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE

WarHorse
Update
and Q&A
Session
Open to Winnebago Community
& Tribal Members

A limited supply of WarHorse swag
will be available for attendees.
The WarHorse Community Update &
Q&A Session is intended to provide
a platform for community input
on the topic and promote
communication and
transparency.

MONDAY,

Dec. 5

at the Blackhawk
Community Center
Meal provided from 5-6pm
Presentation followed
by Q&A Session: 6-7pm

GAMING

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EDITORIALS

REQUEST FOR DONATIONS TO NATIVE AMERICAN FAITH GROUP
The Native American Faith Group is
reaching out to the area community to request
a monetary donation, grant award, and/or relief
payment. The Native American Faith Group
includes enrolled members of various tribes
including Oglala Lakota, Sicangu Lakota, Isanti
Dakota, Omaha, Winnebago, Ponca, Navajo,
Apache, Choctaw, and Cherokee Nations,
persons with connections to various tribes, and
connection to native american ceremonies.
The Native American Faith Group was
formed in 1974 after the U.S. District Court
ordered that the native american persons
incarcerated within the Nebraska State
Penitentiary were to be treated fairly and be
allowed to freely spiritually express themselves.
Including wearing traditional hairstyles, access
to purification inipi ceremonies, access to
sacred pipe, and pow wow ceremonies.
The specific support we have had in the
past has been from Tribes of Nebraska, elders,
community leaders, veterans, spiritual leaders,
sun dancers, pipe carriers, UNL Professors,
and retired persons. Some have been native
american and others were from other nations.
The NDCS made substantial changes to how
we receive, purchase, and possess approved
religious articles and access to native american
ceremonies. The NDCS only allows delivery of
wood on their dime or time and we must cover
the rest.
The NDCS provisions limiting hobby crafts
and eliminating hobby sales has crippled our
potential earnings that ordinarily off set the
immediate needs. We have several persons
whom have tremendous artistic talents, but
without materials or an outlet to sell our works
we are in dire need.
How we organize is essential for the continual
function. We asked for our own fund around the
turn of the millineum 1999 - 2000 and it is referred
to as the Native American Spiritual Fund. {NASF}

We can complete an institutional check to
the fund and donate personally. We can
procure stones, medicines, and materials
for native american faith utilizing this
fund.
The NASF is the fund that we purchase
the sage, cedar, sweetgrass, bitterroot,
drums, hide, fabric, string, and can sa
sa{red willow bark}. We mainly order
through Mato Ska in California
and Pilcher' s Indian Store in Omaha,
Nebraska. The R􀀎,:"'ill only allow us to
spend money in the account.
The lodge annually needs willows,
tarps, wood, rocks, and medicines to allow
ceremony for the men here. It is quite
expensive and we have struggled through
these past years. We do collect donations
from the men here, but it does not cover
a fraction of the costs.
On behalf of the Native American
Faith Group I am respectfully requesting a
relief payment to NASF to offset the costs
of native american spiritual ceremonies.
If your tribe or organization is
interested in donating, they must contact
our Warden for permission to send the
monies, depending on the amount, the tribe
may have to contact the director's office. $1
to $499 may be approved on the NSP Warden
level, $500 to $10,000 is approved at the
director level.
Michelle Wilhelm
Wardn NSP
P.O. Box 2500
Lincoln, NE 68542-2500
402.471.3161
corrections.nebraska.gov

Diane Sabatke-Rhine
Director, NDCS
P.O. Box 94661
Lincoln, NE 68509-4661
402.479.5623
corrections.nebraska.gov
If your tribe or organization is not
satisfied with the NDCS availability
or ability to address or process your
inquire or donation. I encourage you
or your office to contact the Nebraska
Commission on Indian Affairs, and direct
them to intervene. I believe it is their duty
to improve access to services between
native americans and state agencies.
Judi Morgan Giashkibos
Director, NCIA
State Capitol
6th floor
Lincoln, NE 68509
Simply, we appreciate any support or
referral you mc:1.y be able to provide.
Please contact us at the address below.
Thank You.
On behalf of
the Native American Faith Group
Nebraska State Penitentiary
P.O. Box 22500
Lincoln, NE 68542-2500

HŌCĄK & UMOnHOn HISTORY
Written by: Ben Crawford

The following is an projected estimate over the next three
year period;
3 - Tarps 30' x 30', estimated costs: $700.00x3 = $2100
9 - Ton of Stones, estimated costs: $232.00x9 = $2088
36 - Braids of Sweetgrass, costs: $324
72 - Sage bundles, costs: $572.40
72 - Cedar bundles, costs: $212.40
72 oz - Can Sa Sa, costs: $180
36 oz - Bitter root, costs $180

Total Costs: $1468.80
54 - Total Sq. Yards of broad clotes
(black, red, white, blue, green)

costs: $9x54 = $486.80
2 - Spools of Kite String, $24x4

costs: $48
12 - Spiritual Volunteer visit, $400x12

costs: $4800.00
We currently order our stones through the vendor below; $152
per ton + $80 delivery= 232. 00 a ton, which last three to four
months
Outdoor Solutions, 10901 S. 14th St., Lincoln, NE 68509

Recently the Horaxįk:
HoChunk Language
Academy has had the
opportunity to visit two
Umoⁿhoⁿ history sites
close to the borders
of Hōcąk land here in
Nebraska. Not only
does the youth benefit,
but I think everyone
in both Tribes and the
community benef its
from understanding the
deeps ties between the
two Tribes. When the
Hōcąk fled Crow Creek
over 150 years ago it was

the Umoⁿhoⁿ who aided
them and permitted
them to reside here.
Both Tribes also share
language and cultural
connections that likely
extend hundreds if not
thousands of years into
the past. Today many
community members
have shared descent
f r o m b o t h Tr i b e s .
Re me mb e r i ng th i s,
we hope the spirit of
collaboration persists
between the two Tribes.

Thank you, from the family
of Kenneth A. DeCora
Submitted by the family of Kenneth A. Decora

We wish to thank you very much for the
donations and thoughtful cards during our
loss. The outcome was inevitable for Kenneth,
because of poor health conditions. Your cards
and their messages were encouraging for us.
Thank you again.

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Awinnebago%3A6fe2c296c20392a3. Public record. Not legal advice.
