November 9, 2006 Official Newspaper of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin

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November 9, 2006 Official Newspaper of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin www.oneidanation.org

Election 2006 Oneida aimed for high turnout Doyle, What’s Inside… Kagen win Eagle dancer at By Steven J. Gandy Lambeau Kalihwisaks – 7B The 2006 midterm election was placed at the top of the priority list for many of In honor of Oneida’s voters this year. A our Veterans reservation wide campaign – 8B to educate the voting con- stituents of Oneida was launched months ago. Pages 2-4A/Local Recently, a get out the Page 5A/Business vote campaign, organized by Page 6A/Legislative Review Tribal Secretary, Patty Page 7A/Minutes Hoeft, began early on Page 8A/Appeals Saturday, November 4. The Page 9A/State/National event, which began at Page 10A/SEOTS Grandma’s Dinner in Page 1-B/Lifestyles Oneida, saw 12-14 people Page 2B/TH Times going door-to-door in all of Page 3B/Education the Oneida housing sites on Page 4B/Health the reservation to encourage Page 5B/Good news Page 6B/Classified eligible voters to cast their Page 7B/Environment/Sports ballots on Election Day. Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy Page 8B/Veterans According to Jennifer Democrat Dr. Steve Kagen, left, shakes the hand of Joe Powless, right, during a rally stop in Oneida. Hill-Kelley, Environmental Quality Director and cam- capped off by a Kagen Rally al candidate. date. to give some support and paign volunteer, “Our main held at the One Stop on Kagen addressed the “We know it’s important encouragement to the people Mystery goal is to just kinda turn out Hwy. 54 in Oneida. crowd with a short speech to have democrats who at who are volunteering,” Hill- the voters in the housing Kagen, who showed up in before dismounting a flatbed least listen to our needs in Kelley said. “We work inde- site, cause we know in 2004 a large RV, greeted the 50 trailer that was traveling office and we know that if pendent of the tribe so we veils Ira we got a lot of Oneidas to plus supporters with plenty with his convoy. Oneidas vote democrats don’t have any money and vote by doing this, so we’re of hand-shakes and hugs. The purpose of the Kagen win,” Hill-Kelley said. it’s just what ever we can Hayes trying to do the same thing Supporters were bearing Rally was two fold. First was The second was to pro- this year.” campaign signs and sound- to try to drum up support for vide support to those helping See Page 2A By Slim Smith Saturday’s events were ing air horns to show their the 8th Congressional in Kagen’s bid for office. East Valley Tribune support for the congression- District democratic candi- “One reason we did it was Election 2006 MESA, Ariz. (AP) – The gift shop attached to the Gila River Indian Center in Danforth named OCHC Operations Director Domestic Abuse… Sacaton features crafts and gifts that pay homage to the By Dawn Her first goal is to we have to look at how we tribe's history. What you Walschinski get the health center can do that in the most effi- Not the Native Kalihwisaks accredited through the cient manner as possible.” she won't find there is anything Joint Commission of said. associated with perhaps its Debra Danforth was named the Accreditation of Health Ultimately, Danforth said most famous son, Ira H. American way Comprehensive Health Care Organizations. she would like to see the Hayes. By Steven J. Gandy Operations Director of “I think that process Oneida Community Health Hayes was one of six men Kalihwisaks the Oneida Community will help to assure the Center be “a role model for who raised the U.S. flag on On Monday, October 30 Health Center (OCHC) community that we’re Indian Country in terms of there was a community dinner Mount Suribachi on the island October 29. providing the highest quality care, having a unique of Iwo Jima on Feb. 23, 1945. and skit presentation held to Danforth brings 26 quality of care that we facility that can meet the promote awareness of domes- The flag-raising, captured in a years of experience possibly can in the needs of our community, and photo by Associated Press tic violence within a house- working at the health community.” said then taking the health center hold. The focus of the skit photographer Joe Rosenthal, center to the position. Danforth. to a new direction in terms of became one of the most was the psychological, or She will work with the To reach that goal, quality care, patient satisfac- emotional, abuse that occurs famous photos of World War Medical Director Dr. Danforth says more tion and accreditation.” II, in turn making a reluctant in relationships. Ravinder Vir who over- services need to be pro- Danforth completed a three Emotional abuse makes up See Page 8A sees the clinical side of vided to increase the year fellowship with the about 84% of reported abuse Ira Hayes the health center. patients’ satisfaction Robert Wood Johnson cases in this country. As Operations with the health center. Executive Nurse Fellows According to Gene Red Debra Danforth “There’s a lot of ser- Program, and is nearing the Director, Danforth will OCHC Operations Director Hail, the Oneida Domestic oversee the budget for vices that we need to be completion of earning a mas- Violence Coordinator, the OCHC, doing com- able to ramp up in ters degree in nursing health “Domestic violence isn’t just pact negotiations with Indian at the services being provided terms of meeting the needs of administration from Bellin about physical abuse. When Health Services, and looking to the Oneida community. the community, and basically College. we talk about domestic violence, physical abuse is about 1% of the total, sexual abuse Airport Day care Awarded Grant plays about 15% and then you Kali photo/Yvonne Kaquatosh have the psychological abuse, Forrest Brooks, emotional abuse . . . that plays Language Curriculum up the majority of what Developer, shows domestic violence is.” Roberta Gassman, State Native American women of Wisconsin Secretary are three times more likely to of Workforce be victimized by a partner Development, a few than all other females of any race. items that are utilized at “In today’s culture native the Airport Day care women are the number one facility relative to the lan- physically and sexually guage curriculum. The abused women in the coun- Secretary was quite try,” Red Hail said. impressed with the It was not always this way, implementation of the however. Traditional native Oneida language with culture and society were the learning tools. much more balanced and women were held in high See Page 3A See Page 8A Day care Grant Abuse Skit 8A (T#klu) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks AppealsAppeals CommissionCommission

Initial Review Gaming Commission (OGC), Body, rendered their decision to Oneida Nation Community Environmental Health & Safety. Katherine Jourdan. Docket No. Rule 9(D) – Criteria for which resulted in his termination deny a grievance hearing due to Library, Oneida Human 06-TC-063, August 24, 2006. Acceptance: The Initial Review from employment. The Appeals untimely filing. The court found Resources Department vs. Judy Trial Court Decisions Judicial Officers Mary Adams Body shall accept an appeal for Commission affirmed the deci- the Oneida Personnel Policy and Cornelius. Docket No. 06-AC- Doris Smith, Deceased and Robert Christjohn and Leland appellate review if one or more sion of the OGC to revoke Mr. Procedure Manual, Section 022, August 29, 2006. Judicial David Smith, surviving spouse Wigg-Ninham presiding. of the following elements are Jorgenson’s Work V.D.6.b allots the Appellant (10) Officers Stanley R. Webster (pro and Special Administrator of On June 8, 2006, the Land sufficiently alleged to exist in the Permit/License. The revocation working days from the day the tem), Dorothy Ninham and Lois the Estate of Doris Smith vs. Commission, through Attorney original hearing body decision was based on several factors employee receives the Area Powless presiding. This appeal Human Resources Department- Rebecca M. Webster, petitioned by the Appellant in the Notice of including Mr. Jorgenson’s recent Manager’s decision to appeal to involved the question of the Benefits and Crawford & the court for orders approving Appeal: criminal activity, and the discov- the Oneida Personnel extent of the Tribe’s sovereign Company Insurance. Docket heirship, appointing a personal (1) A violation of constitutional ery that Mr. Jorgenson provided Commission. The Appellant immunity from suit under No. 06-TC-021, August 9, 2006. representative if needed, and provisions; false information on his employ- filed her appeal with the Oneida Chapter 14 in the face of a claim Judicial Officers Anita Barber, other orders necessary to settle (2) The decision is outside the ment application and application Personnel Commission on of discrimination by a tribal Gerald Cornelius and Leland this estate. The court acknowl- scope of the authority or for a gaming license. The revo- February 2, 2006. This is well member job applicant who was Wigg-Ninham presiding. While edged there was no Last Will and otherwise unlawful; cation of Mr. Jorgenson’s work within the required time frame. denied an interview despite at work on the employer’s Testament. The court accepted (3) The decision is clearly erro- permit/license was based on the The Decision of the Appellate allegedly being qualified for the premises and on the clock, Mrs. the Designation of Successor neous and is against the results of a completed investiga- Court found the Appellant was position. The Trial Court denied Smith tripped when walking form as the only legal document weight of the evidence pre- tion and hearing into the areas of timely in her filing for a griev- the Appellant’s Motion to towards the door to take a ciga- that provided a transfer of suc- sented at the hearing level; concern. By the Oneida Gaming ance hearing. The Oneida Dismiss based on sovereign rette break during her lunch cessor. The Designation of (4) The decision is arbitrary Commission granting a griev- Personnel Commission erred. immunity. Appellants filed an hour. Complications of this Successor form indicated that if and/or capricious; ance hearing, providing an This case is remanded back to Interlocutory Appeal from the injury led to Mrs. Smith’s death. the first named successor is (5) There is exhibited a proce- analysis of the evidence present- the Oneida Personnel Original Hearing Body’s denial Mrs. Smith’s husband, David unable to accept the rights and dural irregularity which ed at this hearing, we find that Commission to hear the merits. of their Motion to Dismiss. Ms. Smith filed to recover benefits responsibilities then Valerie would be considered a harm- Mr. Jorgenson was provided with Owen Somers vs. Oneida Police Cornelius applied for and was under the Oneida Worker’s Groleau is named as the alter- ful error that may have con- due process. . Mr. Jorgenson Department. Docket No. 06- denied a job at the Oneida Compensation Ordinance, nate. The first named successor tributed to the final decision, did not follow the appropriate AC-009, July 12, 2006. Judicial Nation Community Library Chapter 13. The Tribe’s workers had recently deceased. There which if the error had not grievance procedures for appeal Officers Janice L. McLester, (Library). She alleges she was compensation carrier denied Mr. were no objections to the transfer occurred, would have altered according to the Oneida Pearl House (pro tem), Lois improperly denied preference Smith’s claims. Mr. Smith filed of the homesite to Valerie the final decision; Personnel Policies and Powless, Jennifer Webster and and was improperly screened out a timely appeal. The question Groleau. Therefore, the court (6) There is a presentation or Procedures, Section VD6, there- Stanley Webster (pro tem) pre- of the hiring process and denied before the trial court was granted the transfer of decedent’s introduction of new evidence fore the Appellate body did not siding. On March 14, 2006 Mr. an opportunity to interview. The whether Mrs. Smith’s injury and homesite to Valerie Groleau. that was not available at the consider Mr. Jorgenson’s appeal Somers entered his Notice of Appellate body ruled in part that death were compensable under Maurisa Coran vs. Dr. William hearing level which, if avail- of the termination. Appeal requesting the Oneida Chapter 14 Sovereign Immunity the Worker’s Compensation Stempski, Henrietta Cornelius, able, may have altered the Darlene Hill vs. Oneida Bingo Appeals Commission to reverse mainly reafffirms the tribes sov- Ordinance. Under Section 13.6- Oneida Community Health final decision. & Casino, Table Games the March 1, 2006 decision of ereign immunity from foreign 1, if the employee’s death arose Center-Dental Clinic. Docket Department. Docket No. 06- the Oneida Personnel powers and deals with external out of and was in the course of No. 06-TC-038, August 28, To conserve time and space pro- AC-008, July 7, 2006. Judicial Commission (OPC) and uphold laws of foreign nations. It was employment, the employer 2006. Judicial Officers Mary vided, the Oneida Appeals Officers Winnifred L. Thomas, their original award of attorney not intended to disrupt or discon- “shall be liable for the payment Adams, Anita Barber and Robert Commission will only put into Janice L. McLester, Lois fees in their decision of October tinue or interrupt the workings of to...the employee’s surviving Christjohn presiding. On May print the Initial Review Powless, Jennifer Webster and 10, 2005. The OPC reversed Oneida government or prevent spouse...as provided by law.” 11, 2006, Maurisa Coran, filed a Decisions which have been Pearl House (pro tem) presiding. their October 10, 2005 decision claims such as Respondent’s The parties agreed to the relevant complaint alleging numerous denied. The cases that have been Appellant, Darlene Hill, in which they had included an which is the type of claim con- facts by stipulation. The Trial complaints and several claims of accepted at Initial Review will be appealed the Oneida Personnel award of attorney fees. In the templated by the Administrative Court found Mrs. Smith’s injury damages against Dr. Stempski published when the final adjudi- Commission’s denial of her March decision, the OPC cites Procedures Act. A Stay had been and death both arose out of and and Ms. Cornelius. A hearing cation has been entered. appeal of her termination from Rule 18 of the Rules of Civil granted pending the Appellate were in the course of her was held. At the hearing the employment based on an Procedure which in part states Court’s decision. Appellate employment. She was on a paid court found Ms. Coran’s com- Denied Initial Review allegedly untimely filing. The “that a party employing outside Court affirmed the Original lunch break. She was on the plaint included alleged violations Decisions Appeals Commission disagreed counsel is solely responsible for Hearing Body’s denial of employers time. Under the that occurred prior to a settle- Janet Herwald vs. Oneida and returned the case to the payment of their fees.” In addi- Appellant’s Motion to Dismiss. Worker’s Compensation ment agreement that was execut- Gaming Commission. Docket Personnel Commission for a tion the Oneida APA, Section Trial case shall proceed. Ordinance, Mr. Smith is entitled ed between the Oneida Tribe and No. 06-AC-020, July 6, 2006. hearing. Darlene Hill worked as 1.10-1(c)(9) in part reads “The Jennifer Youngblood vs. John to the death benefit described in Ms. Coran and that the settle- Judicial Officers, Janice L. a Floor Person for the Table expenses of the advocate shall be Mears, Health and Industrial Sec. 13.6-7 and her estate is enti- ment agreement prevented her McLester, Winnifred Thomas Games Department at the Oneida the total responsibility of the par- Services Supervisor, tled to receive benefits for her claims from going forward. The and Jennifer Webster presiding. Bingo and Casino. Appellant ties”, Oneida Personnel Policies Environmental Health and Total Temporary Disability for court dismissed the case. Oneida Gaming Commission was terminated on January 1, and Procedures, Section Safety. Docket No. 06-AC-016, the period of September 27, Linda S. Dallas vs. Division of decision was dated April 14, 2006 for a violation of the V.D.6(b)(5) in part reads “The September 11, 2006. Judicial 2005 to October 5, 2005. Land Management, Oneida 2006, Ms. Herwald filed her Oneida Personnel Policies and expenses of the advocate shall be Officers Janice L. McLester, Division of Land Management Land Commission. Docket No. Notice of Appeal on July 5, 2006 Procedures for Attendance and the total responsibility of the Dorothy Ninham, Lois Powless, vs. Douglas Schmidt. Docket 06-TC-071, September 26, 2006. outside time lines. Ms. Herwald Punctuality, Subsection (a) petitioner.” The Appeals Winnifred Thomas and Jennifer No. 06-TC-064, August 24, Judicial Officers Anita Barber, was given sufficient time after Failure to report promptly and Commission affirmed the OPC Webster presiding. This case 2006. Judicial Officers Mary Gerald Cornelius and Robert publication of Oneida Gaming observe work schedules (such as decision. No attorney fees involved the termination of Ms. Adams, Robert Christjohn and Kittecon (pro tem) presiding. Commission’s April 14, 2006 starting time, quitting time, rest awarded. Youngblood’s employment. The Gerald Cornelius presiding. On August 11, 2006 Linda S. Notification of Revocation of and meal breaks) without the Luke Her vs. Oneida Bingo & merits of the termination have On July 13, 2006, Division of Dallas sought a temporary Gaming License letter to request specific approval of the Casino, Internal Security not been reviewed by this Land Management, Petitioner, restraining order to prevent fore- a file review and/or a hearing Supervisor (W/ST). The termi- Department. Docket No. 06- Appellate body as there has been filed a Money Judgment closure and repossession. A regarding the revocation of her nation notice states under “Date AC-006, July 26, 2006. Judicial no original hearing body deci- Complaint against Douglas hearing was scheduled for gaming license. Denied. and Description of Incident(s): Officers Janice L. McLester, sion rendered in regard to the ter- Schmidt, Respondent, based on September 1, 2006. Petitioner Darlene Hill was scheduled to Lois Powless Marjorie Stevens, mination itself. The Oneida contractual obligations arising did not appear, Respondents report to work at 3:00pm on Winnifred L. Thomas and Personnel Commission (OPC) from a Tribal Loan Credit moved for dismissal based on Appellate Court January 01, 2006, and she report- Jennifer Webster presiding. This dismissed Ms. Youngblood’s Agreement for a home. A pre- Oneida Rules of Civil Procedure, Decisions ed to work at 5:45pm. No call no case involved a demand for back appeal after she failed to appear trial was scheduled for August Rule 14(A). The Court granted Eric Jorgenson vs. Oneida show per Table Games pay from Appellant, Luke Her. for a scheduled hearing. The 18, 2006. At the August 18, the request for dismissal. Gaming Commission, Oneida Attendance Policy 2.3.” On On January 13, 2006, the Oneida Appellate body found that Ms. 2006 hearing a representative for Dismissal is not an adjudication Bingo & Casino, Table Games January 1, 2006, the Appellant Personnel Commission reinstat- Youngblood had justifiable cause the Division of Land on the merits. Department. Docket No. 06- received the notice of termina- ed Mr. Her to his position as for not appearing, and therefore Management appeared, however, AC-001, July 7, 2006. Judicial tion. On January 10, 2006, the Security Officer within the reversed the OPC’s decision to neither Mr. Schmidt nor his rep- Complete copy of the decisions Officers Janice L. McLester, Appellant appealed to the Area Internal Security Department dismiss the case. The case was resentative appeared. The Court can be obtained at the Oneida Lois Powless, Marjorie Stevens, Manager. On January 25, 2006, without back pay. Due to the reinstated and remanded to the entered a judgment in favor of Appeals Commission offices. Winnifred L. Thomas and the appellant filed an appeal at untimely filing of Mr. Her and OPC for a grievance hearing to Petitioner in the amount of Jennifer Webster presiding. This the Oneida Personnel failure to meet the required crite- hear the merits of Docket No. $3,189.24, in accordance with Submitted by Janice L. case involves the revocation of Commission. On February 16, ria for reconsideration the 06-TER-002 Jennifer Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule McLester Eric Jorgenson’s gaming Work 2006 the Oneida Personnel Motion to Dismiss as entered by Youngblood v. Jeff Mears, 16(B). Permit/License by the Oneida Commission’s Initial Review Respondent was granted. Health and Industrial Director, In the Matter of the Estate of Introducing new addition, returning members of the Appeals Commission Submitted by Mary ing processes. employees. She is also a tradi- Adams Gary has several years Presently, Gary is focusing tional dancer and Judicial Officer experience working outside the majority of his efforts to enjoys helping out The Oneida Tribal Judicial the tribe for fortune 500 man- retain the adequate certifica- in community System would like ufacturing, production and training to participate events. This is her to welcome a new tion, and invest- in Hearings. Gary has had second term elect- member, Gary ment companies training in the Basics of ed to the Appeals Jordan. Gary such as Merril Indian Law, Negotiations, Commission. began performing Lynch, Scrieber Ethics, Code of Conduct, In addition, the work in Oneida as Foods, Allis Leadership, Roberts Rules, Oneida Tribal a tutor for the chil- Chalmers and Business Law, Labor Law, Judicial System dren around 1975- International Interviewing Skills, EEO, would like to wel- 1978. During the Papers. He has Dealing with Negative come back, Anita holidays he filled been acclimated to People, and Supervisory Barber. Anita has in for Top of the the Deming and Skills, just to name a few. been working with Hill Bingo at the Juran philosophy Gary looks forward to serving the Tribe in a vari- Norbert Hill Gary Jordan of TQM which is the Oneida Nation with objec- ety of positions Center. During his similar to present tivity and independence from since 1987. Anita Kali file photo tenure with the Oneida Nation day "balanced scorecard." He political influences at all lev- has a Master of The Oneida Appeals commission welcome returning members Gary served on the Oneida was on the original OBC that els. Gary thanks the Oneida Science in and new member Gary Jordan. Business Committee as developed our present day membership for their vote. Organizational Councilman, Vice Chairman, mission, vision, and nation The Oneida Tribal Judicial Leadership and Quality, a sive training in: Indian Law, Introduction to Tribal Legal Acting Chairman, and the priorities, something he cur- System would also like to wel- Bachelor of Arts in Education Rules of Civil Procedure, Studies. She is doing course Oneida Gaming Commission rently helps other Tribes come back, Jennifer Webster. and Oneida Language and Appellate Procedure, work in Federal Indian Law at Garnishments, Tribal Debt, the College of Menominee as Commissioner, Vice Chair, implement. Over the past year Jennifer was born and raised in Culture - Social Studies and Judiciary Development, Roles Nation. In the Spring of this and Chairman. Gary recently Gary had the opportunity to Oneida, of the Turtle Clan. graduated from East High - and Responsibilities for year, Janice completed the resigned from the Election advise a business owner on Jennifer is married to Donald Green Bay. Commissions, Consensus Division of Land Board due to his election on developing a food production Webster and they have 3 love- The Oneida Tribal Judicial Building, Traditional Management’s Real Property the Appeals Commission. facility in the middle east. He ly children, Marcus (whom is System welcomes back Janice Concepts of Peacemaking, Law class and is a certified After graduating from tech- duplicated the process of a now driving!) Zachariah and McLester. As a Lead Judicial Logic and Opinion Writing, Mediator through the nical college in 1979, as local facility that made, Olivia. They own Web's Officer for the Oneida Indian Child Welfare and Winnebago Conflict Who's Who Among Students, approximately, $90,000 net Kustom Touch Auto Body in Appeals Commission, Janice Gary began a career as a class profit per day to a more mod- McLester has over two terms Guardian Ad Litem and medi- Resolution Center in Oneida. Jennifer works full ation. Oshkosh. A metal fabricator certified in ern facility producing a profit time as a Travel Coordinator of experience with progres- robotics and all other phases of around $300,000 per day sively responsible roles. Janice has completed the for the Oneida Tribe. A mem- course work for the of metal fabrication and weld- with eight production ber of Holy Apostles Church. Janice has undergone exten- 10A (Oye=le) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks SEOTS News

SEOTS Office Hours: M-T-W-TH-F: 8–4:30PM South Eastern Oneida Tribal Services News Call for hour availability on the weekend, 384-7740 Monthly ocus… F Calendar Checking out the green and gold Photo courtesy of Deb Ushakow Special Events… in December Elders from the Dancers Needed…for the Holiday Folk Fair set for Milwaukee area November 17, 18 and 19th. toured Oneida Please Call Mark Denning 414-384-7740 and Lambeau It’s Your Choice Program for Teens Field to see all Program for enhancing reading skills, home work help, devel- the changes in oping leadership skills, making healthy choices and also extra- both areas. One curricular activities. Incentives will be provided for attendance of the highlights along with evening meals and bus tickets to attend. Date: was to go to Tuesdays, December 5, 12 & 19th from 4–6:30PM, SEOTS. Curly's at Craft Class (Native Holiday Doll Ornaments) Lambeau and Wednesdays… December 6 & 13 (No class Dec. 20th & 27th eat, and to see due to the Holiday) Time: 6–8PM SEOTS Building. the Oneida Cultural Heritage with Randy Cornelius Gate. Taking the tour Thursday, December 14th from 6–8PM SEOTS Building. was Duane Family Holiday Party – A Day at Discovery World Langen and wife Saturday, December 27th Time: TBA. Place: Discovery World Lorna, Opal on Lake Drive Downtown. RSVP First come first serve to the Skenandore, first 30 people. Call SEOTS at 414-384-7740. Bernie Schuyler, Hoyan to be held at the New Years Eve Pow-wow Gloria and Jay Look for a SEOTS table in celebration of Hoyan! Coffee and Wheelock with donuts will be served. Check for time and place of New Years Tour Guide Chris Pow-wow in the Milwaukee Native Voices Newspaper. Powless. Native Film Day Friday, December 15th at 1:00PM at SEOTS. Film to be shown: “Emerald Forest” True story about a man that searches for his SEOTS Mission… son in the Amazon, and finds him to be a man living in a dif- Heart walk raises funds and fun ferent world. Starring actor Powers Booth. Our mission is to pro- Diabetes Support Group vide for the well- Thursday, December 21; Time: 10:30–12:00 Lunch will be being of On=yote÷a=ka served at SEOTS Please RSVP 414-384-7740 by Dec. 20th. in southeastern For Your Information… Wisconsin; Housing Information preserving our culture If you have any questions regarding housing in Oneida, please and environment give the Housing Authority a call. Call 1-800-236-2214 and for the next seven ask for the Housing Authority and ask to speak with Lisa Vega or Julie Cornelius. generations. FYI (For Your Information) – Sweat Lodge The Southeastern Oneida Women’s Sweat Lodge in the community is held weekly by a Tribal Services (SEOTS) community member. For information call 414-383-7072 and staff is here to serve you! ask for Dona. Check your Kalihwisaks for Attention all Community Members… SEOTS News once a One of our young community members is in need of a “kidney month for a listing of events. transplant”. Jessica is now on the waiting list for a transplant. The office is located at: 2778 It’s possible for any healthy person to be a donor. If you are South 35th Street. Phone: interested, you can call Jessica’s nurse Nancy at (414) 385- (414) 384-7740 2550. Tell them you are interested in being tested as a match for Jessica, who is on the kidney transplant list. You may also call to just ask questions of what criteria you must meet to be a donor. Who knows you may be a match? Jessica will also The SEOTS appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Information Around the City office will 211 Impact–Simply call 211 for help with life / food / shelter / health / crisis intervention, etc. no longer Pow Wow AA Group–All Welcome, Thursday’s at 8:00PM,First Baptist Church, 1576 So. 78th Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, FMI: 414-383-9526 be open on Photo courtesy of Deb Ushakow Domestic Violence–Milwaukee Women’s Center, 414-272- Team Native American for the American Heart Walk. Team raised over 5132, ext. 153 Saturdays. $700. Top fundraiser was Joyce Skenandore. Thank you to all walkers Urban Circle of Voices – Milwaukee’s Native American and contributors!! Newspaper: 643-5510, Vicky Rank Interfaith Program for the Elderly – Meals on Monday and Friday – 11:30AM 631 N. 19th St., First Friday of the month at 5PM. Special Notice…Be sure to check your Kalihwisaks Beginners Language in December at 9am Regular Events… Oneida Singers Mondays, December 4, 11 & 18th at 6:30PM SEOTS. FMI: contact John House at (414) 443-0301. Oneida Language Class Saturdays, December 2, 9, 15 & 22, 2006, 9:00AM–Beginners; 10:00AM–Advanced. Veterans Walk-in w/Rodney Pearsall, Benefits Specialist Tuesday, December 5, 2006 from 10:00AM – 1:00PM FMI: Veteran’s contact for Color Guard, Leon House (414) 543- 1622. Circle of Healing Group Information Please Call Rodney Pearsall for registration, information, and time of meeting at Milwaukee Vets Center - 414-536-1301. Meeting will be held at SEOTS. Computer Lab Open Daily for use (unless reserved for class). Mairn Meeting Wednesday, December 6th from12:00 - 2:00PM at Ignace Indian Health Ctr. 1711 S. 11th St. - The Gathering Place. SEOTS Board Meeting Tuesday, December 12th at 6:00pm Van Trip Wednesday, December 20th Time: Departs SEOTS at 8AM and returns by 6:00PM Med Pick-up Wednesday, December 6, 13, 20 & 27th MEDICATION MUST BE CALLED IN THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE WEDNESDAY PICK-UP Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Wisk) 5A Business Spread Christmas joy, not Christmas debt Submitted by Dianne Zubella Bay Bank Executive Vice-President It’s that time of year when you’re frantically rushing from mall to mall in search of holiday gifts for family and Six years and friends. on your list, determine the Here’s a few suggestions amount of money you can still cooking… to ensure you spend wisely spend on each one. Then and that the joy of the holi- take that amount of money Doxbee’s remains day in December doesn’t turn with you when you go a hot spot for into a nightmare of credit shopping and leave your card debt in January. credit cards at home. Sunday Brunch • Make a holiday budget with • If you don’t like carrying the total amount of money cash and prefer shopping By Steven J. Gandy Kalihwisaks that you can afford to spend with your credit card, pre- Doxbee’s was originally on gifts, decorations and determine the amount you established in 1977 as the entertaining. As you make can charge on your credit Edgewood and was owned by your purchases, deduct that card and stick to it. It is Harold Henn before being amount from the total bal- easier to dispute charges for sold to Vern Doxtator and a ance. unsatisfactory goods or ser- partner in 1998. A year later, • If you are on a strict budget, vices with a credit card the banquet facility was Kali photos/Steven J. Gandy cut back on the number of rather than by cash, check renamed Doxbee’s. Vern and Lynn Doxtator are the owners of Doxbee’s, a banquet hall located in people you buy gifts for or Current owner, Vern or debit card. Seymour, WI. Along with their daughter, Briana, the family works to keep the the amount you spend on Doxtator, now works closely • Keep your receipts for each person. with his wife Lynn in the day- business growing and to be one of the best destinations for buffet dining. exchanges and for help in to-day operations of • Make a list in January of 100 people on any given own individual taste. It’s all frequently enough from reconciling your credit card Doxbee’s. Both work dili- everyone for whom you Sunday. made from scratch.” Chicago.” statements. gently as the establishments need to buy Christmas gifts. “We were building our Lynn Doxtator also noted, The price for the Sunday • Shop around to make sure only owners. Then look for bargains business and Sunday brunch “I think that’s a tribute to our brunch is $8.95 per person. the item you are looking for Doxbee’s, located at throughout the year and you finally hit a 200 average and success that we can handle “We based our business off isn’t less expensive from a N6744 Cty. Hwy. C in just might find the perfect ever since it hit that 200 aver- (reservations) for groups any of quantity, numbers of peo- different merchant. And Seymour, specializes in large- age we’ve never looked place between 20-100 people coming in, so we are able gift for that someone spe- remember, an item priced scale dining events. back.,” Doxtator notes. ple.” to keep our price down by the cial on your list in July. Doxtator said, “Our spe- Doxbee’s is now serving an “Even our biggest days the quantity of people coming Attend craft fairs, art fairs $5.00 less online or at the cialty is banquets, weddings, average of 400 to 600 people longest wait we had is maybe in,” Vern Doxtator said. in spring, summer, and fall, big city mall isn’t really anniversaries, large parties.” every Sunday. about five minutes. Close to In addition to the Sunday where you can find unique less expensive that the same Doxbee’s is also making a In 2005, Doxbee’s com- 400 people can sit at one brunch, they also offer a buf- item from your local mer- name for itself in the buffet gifts at reasonable prices. pleted of an addition that time,” Vern Doxtator said. fet on Wednesday night fea- chant – if you don’t have to market creating all-you-can- • If you have a large family, increased the total capacity to In addition to the actual turing chicken and tacos for pay $15.00 in shipping or eat buffets on Wednesday and almost 400 people. meal being served on the buf- $4.95. you may want to limit the $10.00 in gas to drive to the Friday nights and for Sunday “We used to serve close to fet, the dessert bar is also an On Friday night they have a dollar amount you spend on brunch. about 600 people on Easter important factor to the busi- fish buffet featuring all-u-can- each person or draw names mall. Since the inception of the and Mother’s Day. But we ness. eat fish. so that you don’t have to Most of all, slow down and Sunday brunch in ‘98, the only had the one hall,” “That’s our forte. Our “When you order the fish it buy gifts for everyone in the enjoy the season. After all, folks at Doxbee’s have been Doxtator said. “Once we [fin- dessert bar is all home-made comes fresh cooked from the family. it’s people, not gifts that working to improve and per- ished the addition], our first pies and cream torts that we kitchen. None of our deep • As you look at each name make the holidays special. fect that aspect of their busi- Easter and Mother’s Day we make the day before,” Lynn fried items sit on the buffet,” ness. hit over twelve-hundred peo- Doxtator explained. Vern Doxtator said. “We started out with our ple in the same amount of The clientele at Doxbee’s The Friday fish buffet is Developing your business as Sunday brunch . . . because time.” come from all over the state $11.95 per person and we knew the winter was going When asked what the and sometimes even further. includes other items like to be slow . . . we were lucky secret to their success was, “We do a frequent diner carved beef, roasted chicken, an artist: Workshop scheduled to crank about 40-50 people Vern and Lynn Doxtator were card...after you have 10 meals BBQ ribs baked fish and Legal Issues for The Oneida Nation Arts at that point in time,” both quick to say, “Good you get one free,” Vern shrimp. Program and the Doxtator said. “One of my food.” Doxtator said, stating cus- Doxbee’s is serving a Northeastern Wisconsin Arts goals was to have a 200 aver- Vern Doxtator continued, tomers come from as far north Thanksgiving day buffet from Artists Oneida Social Service Council are joining together age on the Sunday brunch.” “I’d say 95% of our food is as Marinette and as far south 11AM – 2PM for $9.95 per per- Building Doxbee’s fell short of the home cooked, it’s home- as Chicago. “They come up son. to offer this day long work- Saturday, February 17, 2007 shop for professional artists. goal for the first couple years made, it’s not made from a here and they turn in cards For reservations call, (920) 9:00 am–5:00 pm serving anywhere from 50 to can, it all has its own taste, its because they’ve come here 833-2924. As you work to develop your business as an artist, If you would like to order any of the follow- Fall Bake Sale ing bakery, please call Lauren Hartman at there are some vital pieces of Let us do your baking for you.... 869-1690 Ext. 1822 legal information for you Just in time for the Pies – $6.00 Cakes – $6.00 need. "Legal Issues for Apple Pineapple Upside Down Artists" is a workshop specif- Thanksgiving Holiday weekend!! Pumpkin Chocolate Cherry ically designed to help artists nd Wednesday, November 22 Banana Cream focus on a comprehensive list Orders will be ready for pick-up at 8AM at: Sugar Free Pudding Pies of legal topics including Division of Land Management Lemon Meringue Intellectual Property, 470 Airport Drive Banana Bread… $ 3.00 Copyright, Contracts, and Pre-orders taken until Friday, Brownies………$ 3.00/Dozen Trademark. Led by Attorney November 17th at 12:00 noon Homemade Biscuits…$5.00/Doz / $3.00/1/2 Doz Elizabeth Russell, a Madison-based, nationally known expert in the field of arts law, this full day workshop is designed for arts Northeast Telephone entrepreneurs who want to know the legal ramifications Company of the art and business related decisions that you make on a An Nsight Telservices Company daily basis. Learn more about the issues that affect you and Discounted Telephone Service your work while connecting with other artists. We offer Available to some low-income consumers this workshop - one in a Telephone service is considered a necessity for daily series offered throughout the modern life, yet the cost of activating and maintaining the service state - in response to many may be too costly for some consumers. For this reason, the requests from Native and government provides two low-income programs for qualifying Wisconsin artists. customers through the federal Universal Service fund – Lifeline and Link-up. The cost of this workshop is $75. There will be a limit- These programs provide discounts on initial connection fees ed number of scholarships and monthly service for qualified telephone subscribers. offered to Oneida artists. In addition, residents of Native American Indian and Alaska Native tribal communities may qualify for expanded support for both programs. To learn more about the legal aspects workshop or to The qualifications for these programs vary by state.To find out if you request a scholarship contact qualify or for more information, please contact your local phone company. Christine Klimmek via email Residents of Oneida, Pulaski, Mill Center and Krakow can reach [email protected] Northeast Telephone Company at 822-3201 or 869-2201. or call 920-490-3831. 2A (T#ken) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks Local NE Wisconsin election results From Page 1A/Election 2006 organize and get together and Following are unofficial Michael La Forest, South District 5 we’re always looking to results from the contested Wayne 27 of 27 precincts help.” races in Northeastern State treasurer W --14,088, Tom Nelson (i), On Election Day, Wisconsin. 3,575 of 3,597 precincts Democrat, Kaukauna November 7, volunteers also (W) denotes unofficial win- W -- 964,567, Dawn Marie 8,522, Jim Reigel, worked to canvas voters and ner Sass, Democrat, Milwaukee Republican, Oneida usher them to the polls. (i) denotes incumbent. 955,993, Jack Voight (i), District 88 John Powless helped orga- (WI) denotes write-in. Republican, Appleton 28 of 28 precincts nize a campaign, headquar- 59,377, Tim Peterson, W -- 8,927, Jim Soletski, tered at Parish Hall, designed WISCONSIN Libertarian, Oconomowoc Democrat, Green Bay to reach as many Oneida vot- Governor 56,908, Winston Sephus Jr., 8,849, Judy Krawczyk (i), ers as they could, reservation 3,590 of 3,597 precincts Wisconsin Green, Republican, Green Bay wide. W -- 1,134,553, Democrat, Milwaukee District 90 “We did what ever we Jim Doyle (i), Madison 21 of 21 precincts could do to get Oneidas to 975,734 Republican, Mark U.S. CONGRESS 8,930, Gary Froseth, vote and to vote for democra- Green, Hobart Senate Democrat, Green Bay tic candidates,” Powless said. 40,816, Wisconsin Green, 3,590 of 3,597 precincts W -- 11,155, Karl Van Roy Powless and his group of Nelson Eisman, Madison W -- 1,434,027, Herb Kohl (i), Republican, Howard volunteers did general sweeps Attorney general (i), Democrat, Milwaukee through the reservation hous- 3,590 of 3,597 precincts 628,091, Robert Lorge, STATWIDE REFEREN- ing sites and gave people the 1,051,653, Democrat, Republican, Bear Creek DUMS opportunity and knowledge Kathleen Falk, Madison 42,263, Rae Vogeler, Referendum 1 -- Same Sex they needed to vote. They W -- 1,060,896, Republican, Wisconsin Green, Oregon Marriage Ban gave out rides to those people J.B. Van Hollen, Waunakee 24,385, Ben Glatzel, 3,590 of 3,597 precincts that needed them as well as Secretary of state Independent, Milwaukee W -- 1,265,208, Yes other helpful gestures. 3,575 of 3,597 precincts House, District 8 858,259, No “That was another thing we W -- 1,176,710, Democrat, 435 of 437 precincts Referendum 2 -- Death were focusing on was target- Doug La Follette (i), W -- 141,598, Steven Kagen, penalty ing women voters and single Madison Democrat, Appleton 3,590 of 3,597 precincts parents. That ... included 791,323, Republican, Sandy 134,990, John Gard, W -- 1,159,543, Yes watching kids for a short peri- Sullivan, Mauston Republican, Peshtigo 928,355, No od of time so they could go 92,119, Wisconsin Green, out and vote,” Powless noted. The campaign also used self-generated phone lists of Oneida voters within the Oneida Casino voted top reservation. Calls were placed to encourage those who had not voted yet to get to the New Years destination polls. Powless was pleased with the outcome of the day’s events. Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy “I thought we were really Sadie Kelley holds a Kagen for Congress sign at a successful,” Powless said. rally held Saturday, November 4 at the Oneida One “People get excited, there was Stop on Highway 54 and Seminary Road. really a buzz about the ‘04 election, and I think we kind to realize that their vote does “We’re continually learn- of capitalized off that and count.” ing and we’re building form now...that whole voter empa- Just because the ‘06 each election ...We’re going thy has , in my opinion, Midterm election is over to be getting ready for the decreased. There’s more and doesn’t mean these volunteers presidential election in 2008,” more people who are starting are going to rest. Hill-Kelley said

Kali photo/Dawn Walschinski Gaming General Manager Neil Cornelius accepted an award from Jayson Wertel of Company Magazine naming the Oneida Casino the Best Place to Spend New Years. The casino was the top vote getter from 431 employees of ...is back for another decorative season! the advertisers for Company Magazine. Once again, the Special Events Department is proud to bring a little "light" to the reservation by sponsoring the 6th Annual "Christmas on the Rez". It's FUN, EASY and SIMPLE TO DO! Just read over the contest rules, fill out the registration form, return the form to the Special Events Department and then let your imagination take over! KalihwisaksKalihwisaks NAME: ADDRESS: “She Looks For News” (Must be a street address) City Zip PHONE: To Subscribe… Mail to… Home Work Mailing address CATEGORY: Native American Other ATTN: Name: Contest Rules are as Follows: (Please Circle Only ONE) Yvonne Kaquatosh 1. Must be an enrolled Oneida Tribal Member who is Head of Household. P.O. Box 365 2. Must be at least 18 years old. Address: Oneida, WI 54155 3. Must be a private residence or business within the reservation boundaries. 4. Must be outdoor decorations. 5. One residence or business per category. 6. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th place in two(2) categories. Zip 7. All applications must be submitted by Friday, December 1, 2006 at 4:30 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS! Drop off location: 2615 Packerland Dr., Suite A/B Applications can also be mailed to: Oneida Tourism Department Enrollment #: Ph. P.O. Box 365 (If applicable) Oneida, WI 54155 8. Judging will take place on Thursday, December 14, 2006. Decisions of the Judges • Free to enrolled Oneida members (age 18 years & older) are FINAL. • Non-Tribal members & Business Organizations: For further information or questions, please call the Oneida Tourism $24.00/Annually (current rate) Department at (920) 496-5020

Street address Mail address Office Hours Phone #'s To contact us: 7210 Seminary Rd. P.O. Box 365 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 1 (800) 236-2214 Website address: KalihwisaksKalihwisaks Oneida, WI 54155 Oneida, WI 54155 Monday-Friday ext.#’s: 4277, 4279, www.oneidanation.org 4280, or 1 (920) 869- Voice: 1 (920) 869-4340 4279, 4277 or 4280 “She Looks For News” Fax #: 1 (920) 869-4252 (local) The Staff To change subscription or delivery For questions or comments about news coverage, please contact Dawn Walschinski at (920) 869-4277 Dawn Walschinski...... Managing Editor Call the Enrollment Department Toll Free: or Yvonne Kaquatosh at (920) 869-4280, or Steve • [email protected] • Brooke Doxtator Gandy at (920) 869-4279. Steve is also the contact Steve Gandy ...... Interim Sr. Reporter/Photographer • 1.800.571.9902, Ext. 14 to include information in the classifieds section. • [email protected] Free to enrolled Oneida members (age 18 years & older) Kalihwisaks is a member of NAJA Yvonne Kaquatosh...... Page Designer/Ad Rep Non-Tribal members & Business Organizations: $24.00/ (Native American Journalists • [email protected] Annually (current rate) Association) & WNA (Wisconsin Newspaper Association) Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Áhs^) 3A Local From Page 1/Day care Grant

By Yvonne Kaquatosh ing the grant. “This invest- Passing On… Kalihwisaks ment in our children and fam- Top management personnel ilies through stronger child at the Airport Day care in care programs will last a life- Denny, Lauren (Laurie) Gollnick Nolan, Josephine (Metoxen) Oneida waited patiently for time.” 1954 – October 23, 2006 January 6, 1925 – November 7, 2006 the arrival of Roberta The Oneida Tribe will use a Lauren (Laurie) Sara Danielson, Josephine Bay. Gassman, State of Wisconsin portion of the grant to provide Denny passed away Brenda Skenandore, (Metoxen) Gollnick She was preceded Secretary of Workforce staff training based on the Monday, October Curtis (Peggy) Nolan, 81, Oneida, in death by her par- Development (DWD) on Wisconsin Model Early 23rd, 2006, with her Denny III, and Bill Friday October 27 to mainly Learning Standards, offer loving family sur- Denny. She will also passed away in her ents, her two hus- sleep Tuesday bands, her siblings provide her with a tour of the before and after-school child rounding her. Lauren be missed by loved Airport Childcare facility. care for children in Head November 7, 2006 at Gertrude, Kaiser, was 52 years old. nieces and nephews. It was equally important to Start, and to improve mental She was the daughter Visitation was at home. She was born Raymond Webster, show her where a Community health and counseling ser- of Curtis Denny, Jr. and the the Parish Hall, Oneida, on on January 6, 1925 to the late Samantha Farmer, Elda Child Care Initiative grant she vices to children. Funds will late Beverly (Klevene) Thursday, October 26th. Bob Edward and Agnes Swamp and Delia Matson. would be presenting that day, also be used towards the Denny. Lauren is survived by Brown provided a prayer (Skenandore) Metoxen on the Friends may call at RYAN would be utilized for. enhancement of the Oneida her father, Curtis, and only which was followed by a light Oneida Reservation. FUNERAL HOME, De Pere The grant which is part of language and culture to child, Danelle Denny (fiance dinner. Josephine was married to from 4 to 8 p.m. (TODAY) Governor Jim Doyle’s strengthen families, improve Matt Wilson), and two grand- RYAN FUNERAL HOME, Ernest (Jim) Gollnick until Thursday November 9, 2006 KidsFirst Initiative was literacy and develop social, sons, Desan and Caden 305 North Tenth Street, De awarded to the Oneida Tribe emotional, and cognitive Wilson. She is further sur- Pere, assisted the family with his death in 1952. She then with the Oneida Hymn married William Nolan and Singers at 6:30 p.m. Visitation of Indians of Wisconsin in the skills. vived by siblings, Chantey arrangements. amount of $128,185 for the Outside childcare providers he preceded her in death in will continue after 9 a.m. on Denny, Debra (Don) Pitsch, current fiscal year. who service Oneida families 1970. Friday November 10, 2006 at A tour of the facility, spear- will also benefit through a Suganuma, Genevieve “Jenny” Josephine is survived by Zion Lutheran Church, headed by Dorothy childcare community initia- February 8, 1931 – July 15, 2006 her daughter Karen Nolan and Oneida. The funeral service Skenandore, Childcare tive. Genevieve six children, Eileen her son William (Genevieve) will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Director, and in the accompa- The Airport childcare “Jenny” Suganuma, (Hidenari) Tsuzuki of Gollnick, she is further sur- the church with Rev. Vernon niment of Mary Motquin, building has been in operation 75, of Orlando, FL, Schaumburg, IL, vived by her grandchildren Heim officiating. Burial to Child Services Program since December 1994 and ser- passed away peace- David (Jodee) Michael (Lauren) Nolan, follow in the church ceme- Manager, Pre Leverance, vices an estimated 87 chil- fully on Saturday, Suganuma of Ewa Louis and Maria Guerra, tery. Please visit Linda Torres, Forrest Brooks dren, 6 weeks to 8 years old July 15, 2006 in The Beach, HI, Kathleen Cassondra, Kowa, and James www.ryanfh.com to send and Frieda Cleary, grants according to Skenandore, Commons at Orlando (Dennis) Foley of writer, (who was instrumental who also oversees the child- Gollnick, and two great- online condolences to the Lutheran Towers Manasquan, NJ, in securing the grant) took care operation at the Norbert nursing care. Jenny was born Brenda Suganuma (Dan) granddaughters Shanice family. In lieu of flowers, place prior to the presenta- Hill Center which has been in on February 8, 1931 in Wilson of Odessa, FL, Perry Gollnick and Kiley Jean memorials may be made to tion. operation since 1974 and ser- Versailles, N.Y. to the late Z. (Jennifer) Suganuma of Nolan. She is further survived Zion Lutheran Church, Anna Patty Hoeft, Secretary of vices 53 children ranging in Irving and Nettie (John) Silas Orlando, FL, and Alan by her siblings Commodore John Nursing Home or the the Oneida Business age 6 weeks to Kindergarten. formerly of Oneida, WI. She Suganuma of Tampa, FL; five Metoxen, Oneida, Earl Oneida Methodist Church. Committee, Rochelle Ashley, The Oneida Tribe has been was an active member of the grandchildren, Yuji, Marc, Metoxen, Ft. Meyers, Florida, The family would like to Tribal Liaison for WFD and quite fortunate in the last five Baha’i Faith and served many Kai, Allyse, and Maile; broth- Lyndahl Metoxen, Virginia thank Unity Hospice and her Brian Pelon, Job Services years, having received years on the Local Spiritual er Leo (Betty) Silas; sister Skenandore, Oneida and nieces Trish King and Susan Supervisor in Brown County $1,316,776.00 in grant Assembly of Orlando as the Mary Steves; and nieces and Dorothy Denruyter, Green White for their care. were also in attendance. monies from the Wisconsin secretary. Jenny enjoyed nephews. Upon completion of the Department of Workforce playing the piano and organ; Jenny was preceded in tour, Secretary Gassman pre- Development (DWD). painting with oils and draw- death by her parents, brother sented the award on behalf of Following is a breakdown ing in charcoal and pencil; Irving “Sonny” Silas, and sis- the Governor. dating back to 2002: traveling both the Americas ter Arianna Phillips. During her presentation to and abroad; and crafting bead A graveside funeral ser- she said, “There is nothing 2006………………$128,185 work. She took advantage of vice, officiated by the more important to Governor 2005………………$127,992 every opportunity that came Orlando Baha’i community, Doyle than the kids.” She 2004………………$119,606 her way and lived life to the was held on Tuesday, July 18 also expressed her amaze- 2003………………$119,251 fullest. With every sunset the at Woodlawn Memorial Park. ment at the facility and all of 2002………………$821,742 warmth of her memory Woodlawn Memorial Park the wonderful initiatives that lingers, and in each gentle & Funeral Home, 400 In Loving Memory of are planned for the facility. Total: $1,316,776.00 breeze her spirit touches us. Woodlawn Cemetery Road, “The quality of care and Above figures are accord- Jenny is survived by her Gotha, FL., assisted the fami- Priscilla Skenandore learning opportunities that ing to Frieda Cleary, Grants husband of 50 years, Perry; ly with arrangements. our kids receive at an early writer for the tribe, through age is directly related to their the State of Wisconsin Donald J.J. Nushart Happy Birthday development and ability to do Department of Workforce May 5, 1927 – October 10, 2006 well in school,” Secretary Investment / Community Gassman said while announc- Child Care Initiative. Mercer, Wis - where they were Donald J. J. Nushart, enjoying retirement. Mom… 79, of Mercer, died Donald was an Tuesday, October 10, avid hunter and loved on November 2nd 2006, in Ashland. to fish anytime he Donald was born could. He will be Sadly missed by all your children May 5, 1927, on the greatly missed by all on your birthday… Happy Birthday Matt Oneida Reservation who knew and loved Geri, Noreen, Jack, Chris, JR and Peanut in Oneida, Wisconsin, son of him. the late George and Virginia He married the former It’s seven birthdays now (Baird) Nushart. Shirley M. Brandt on April you spent with Jesus He attended Holy Cross 28, 1959 in Waukegan, Ill. There’s still a lot of pain because and St. Mary’s Catholic grade She survives. In loving memory of you had to leave us schools in Kaukauna, and Also surviving are a daugh- Jesus knew what was best worked in the Manitowoc ter, Dorothy, of Arizona; a So he took you to eternal Yvonne Skenandore happiness ship yards in the early 1940's. stepdaughter, Debbie, of on the anniversary of her passing He then enlisted in the U.S. Milwaukee; two grandchil- th When Jesus took you, Army in 1946 and served in dren; a brother, Dwayne of ~ November 8 2002 ~ a part of us went too Italy at the end of World War Kaukauna; a sister, Virginia It’s hard to believe our mother has safely gone home It’s not about how old you are II, and was honorably dis- Salinas, of Milwaukee; and four years as of November 8, 2002. when you go, charged in 1949. numerous nieces and It seems as though it was just yesterday Jesus takes the young and old, as we all know. After returning stateside, nephews. that we all had talked and laughed with her. Donald moved to Appleton to Cremation has taken place. No one is promised tomorrow. be a carpenter, In 1950, he A memorial service for I know this is what our mother would say But when it happens it brings so much sorrow moved to Milwaukee to work Donald was held Sunday, to all the people that she had touched while she was you have touched our lives the short time you were here as a welder, and also was October 22, 2006 at the with us on this earth. We must believe in God then in death there will be no fear. employed at the Square D Church of the Nazarene in I am home in heaven, dear ones; So Matt I know you are happy… Cement Plant. In 1963, he Mercer. Rev. Stephen Floyd Oh, so happy and so bright! and have so much in heaven to see moved to Fort Atkinson, officiated with inurnment at There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. When it’s my time you’ll be there waiting for me. where he worked at Moore’s Hillside Cemetery in Iron Food Plant for 7 years, then Belt. All the pain and grief is over, You got to see your baby brother was employed in 1970 as cus- McKevitt-Patrick and every restless tossing passed; who is also waiting for his family & his mother todian for the Fort Atkinson Engstrom Funeral and I am now at peace forever, Knowing I’ll see you again helps me live from day-to-day School District, retiring in Cremation Services of Safely home in heaven at last. I know you’re not dead you’re just away. 1989. In 1999, he and his wife Ironwood and Hurley assisted Shirley moved to Mercer, the family with arrangements. There is work still waiting for you. So one day when I close my eyes to death on this Earth, So, you must not idly stand; I’ll open them to a new birth. Do it now, while life remaineth In heaven with Jesus we’ll all be - You shall rest in God’s own land. All happy and free Thank You.... It’s all because Jesus made it possible for you and me. The family of Joyce “Pies” King would like to When that work is completed, thank the community, the Oneida Singers, he will gently call you home, We miss you so much... Drummers & the girls who helped at the Parish Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Love You! Hall, all of our friends & relatives who brought Oh, the joy to see you come! All your Family & Mom food to the house and for being there in our time Sadly missed by her husband Frank Skenandore 10/31/06 of need. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! and daughters, Carolyn, Samantha, The family of Joyce Pies King Francine, Tina and all her grandchildren and bud. Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (W@=thelu) 9A State/National Karen Lincoln Michel elected president From Page 1A/Abuse Skit of the journalism organization UNITY regard. MCLEAN (Va.) - Karen president of the Woodland UNITY to new heights." “The whole point for this Lincoln Michel, state bureau chapter of NAJA. The UNITY board also community program is in our chief of the Green Bay Press- A member of the Ho- selected as vice president Aki native culture . . . domestic Gazette in Wisconsin, has Chunk Nation, Lincoln Soga, business editor at The violence was rare because we been elected president of Michel has been involved Burlington (Vt.) Free Press. come from a matriarchal cul- UNITY: Journalists of Color with journalism since the mid Soga succeeds NABJ Bryan ture. Women held a lot of for the 2007-2009 term. The ‘80's. She worked in the Monroe, who recently respect in the community and 17-member UNITY board of NAJA office when it was became vice president and we lost that, that’s what we directors unanimously elected located in Scottsdale, Arizona editorial director for Ebony & are trying to regain here is the Lincoln Michel, a past presi- and was a part owner of the Jet magazines. John respect for our women,” dent of the Native American publication “News From Yearwood, world editor of the explains Red Hail. Journalists Association Indian Country”. She gradu- Miami Herald and current According to Red Hail, “It (NAJA), on Saturday during ated from Marquette NABJ treasurer, will become comes from . . . the European the board's fall meeting at the University with a journalism UNITY's new treasurer. belief system, that women are alliance's headquarters in degree in 1989. Yearwood succeeds Javier property, women are sex McLean. Lincoln Michel, who was Aldape, editor and vice presi- objects, women are to be kept Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy Lincoln Michel will lead unopposed in the election, dent of Diario Hoy in in their place.” Chris Powless and Cathy Bach-Huber perform in a the board in governing succeeds Mae Cheng, a Chicago. And Rafael Olmeda, The Domestic Violence skit written by Powless to inform viewers about UNITY, a strategic alliance of regional editor with Newsday assistant city editor at the program in Oneida is one of domestic abuse. journalists of color that advo- in Melville, N.Y., whose two- South Florida Sun-Sentinel the longest running programs cates for positive change to year term ends Dec. 31. "I am and recently elected NAHJ in the nation. The 25 week can live honorably as native control his victim, the tenden- advance their presence, delighted that Karen was president, will serve as secre- rehabilitation program has people,” Red Hail said. cy is for the abuser to move to growth and leadership in the elected to lead UNITY," tary. More than 10,000 people been in Oneida for over 25 “We’re trying to get the mes- sexual and physical abuse. fast-changing global news Cheng said. "There is not are expected to attend years. sage out; the true effects of “The physical stuff comes industry. The alliance another leader who has the UNIT'’s convention, July 23- There are programs and what emotional abuse does to in when the emotional stuff includes NAJA, Asian depth and experience with 27, 2008, in Chicago. UNITY counselors available for both the relationship. It’s all about isn’t working anymore,” Red American Journalists UNITY and the strong leader- '04 brought more than 8,100 the victims of abuse and for power and control.” Hail notes. Association (AAJA), ship skills that Karen possess- attendees to Washington, the abusers. Some examples of emo- If you would like more National Association of Black es. She is passionate about the making it the largest conven- “The whole challenge is we tional abuse are name calling, information on the available Journalists (NABJ) and the organization and its goals and tion of journalists in U.S. his- have to get back to our native making her do something domestic violence programs National Association of she has the will to carry tory. beliefs as native people which degrading, embarrassing or contact Children and Family Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) dictated that women played as humiliating. If this sympto- Services located at the Social - and represents more than strong role in our culture and mology isn’t taken care of, Services building at (920) 10,000 members. "We are in a Starting once we can do that then we and no longer remains an 497-3700. time of great change in our effective way for an abuser to industry, and in the world we Tuesday, Nov. cover as journalists," Lincoln Michel said. "UNITY and all 14 Reach the Rez tour takes Oneida man journalists of color have a Entry fee: $30.00 on a journey across Indian Country stake in the future of the news per team business, and it is my hope By Dawn Walschinski from the Mashantucket more of a broader sense as to that our organization will play Time: 7:00 pm Kalihwisaks Pequots, owners of the what Indian Country is.” a major role in shaping a new Over 250,000 miles and Foxwoods Casino in Along the way, Benton course." Lincoln Michel, a 211 reservations later, Winter Connecticut, to Indian com- connected with his father longtime NAJA member, has Benton has returned home to munities that had little more Donny Applebee in Red Lake, served on the UNITY board Oneida. Benton was a part of than a mailbox on a dirt road. Minnesota. for more than six years, also LeagueLeague at ONEIDA the Reach the Rez tour with However, he found the prob- “I met my father for the serving as a communications Cherokee rapper Litefoot. lems faced by Native first time in 23 years, and that liaison for the UNITY '99 “Whoo, I did everything,” American youth to be univer- was ... something that sticks convention in Seattle. She Family Fitness said Benton with a laugh. “I sal. out with me,” he said. also currently serves as vice assisted in the filming of the “It didn’t matter where we Benton was only one of documentary, I was stage were, the problems were about 20 support people to tech, sound tech ... pretty always the same ... drugs and see the tour through from the much whatever I had to do to drinking and the lack of spiri- beginning to the end. keep the tour moving.” tuality,” said Benton. “Just being able to make it According to the Reach the Before the young man through the whole year and Rez website, the goal of the joined the tour, Benton said conquer the war that’s inside tour was to hold a concert at his view of Indian Country me,” said Benton. 211 reservations within one was limited to the Oneida “Sometimes a month went year, and to spread empower- community. faster than days.” ment and hope to Native “I just kind of had blinders Benton plans on staying in American youth. on,” he said. “(Meeting) other the area until early next year Benton said he saw the brothers and sisters from this when he’ll fly out to work on extremes of reservation life country really opened it up in the documentary of the tour. From Page 1A/Ira Hayes, shy war hero hero out of the painfully shy try promoting war bonds and famous relative. 22-year-old Pima Indian from was hailed as a hero. “He was very quiet,” Arizona. It was a role that did not Bernal said. “He liked to stay Sara Bernal, whose father suit him, though, and he soon to himself. All of his family was Hayes' first cousin, is one returned to Arizona. was that way, too. He didn’t of his few living relatives. He worked mainly menial like to talk to start with. And Bernal takes care of Hayes’ jobs and drank heavily - he the hero thing, he was even lone surviving brother, was reported to have been more uncomfortable with Kenneth, who is 75. arrested for drunkenness 50 that.” “His memory is failing, times - and died on Jan. 24, Even though Hayes was plus he's pretty shy, too,” 1955, when he was found face one of eight children, there Bernal says. “Soon, there will down in a shallow pool of are few relatives. be no one left to tell his water. His death was ruled “You know, none of his story.” accidental and most people brothers ever married or had Clint Eastwood's movie believe he simply passed out children,” Bernal said. “It’s “Flags Of Our Fathers,” from a drinking binge and just me and his brother.” which chronicles the events died of exposure. He was just Bernal hopes the movie surrounding the historic 32 years old. will give the Gila River com- photo, opened nationwide More than 50 years after munity a sense of a man who, Oct. 20. his death, Hayes still comes by virtue of his natural reti- Bernal, with about 200 up in conversation at the cence and awkwardness as a members of the community, reservation. But it’s a pretty war hero, remains famously attended a screening of the short conversation. unknown. movie last week at “People still talk about Bernal remembers Hayes Scottsdale’s Cine Capri him,” said Merla Shorthair, as a kind, quiet and tortured Theater. who works behind the counter soul. She was pleased with the at the gift shop. “But mainly She wonders if his life way Hayes was portrayed and all they know about him is would have turned out differ- hopes the movie will renew about the flag and that he ently if he had access to more interest in Hayes among the lived here.” assistance. tribal members, for whom he From time to time, visitors “Back then, people didn't remains much of a mystery. note the small display in the look at alcoholism the way It’s not too much of an center’s museum. they do now. And the post- exaggeration to say that about “Mostly, they are men who traumatic stress treatments all the people here know of have been in the military and didn't exist. You have to won- Hayes is that he helped raise they've read about him,” said der what his life would have the flag and that he died Geneva Lyons, who also been like if he had had the drunk. works at the gift shop. “They help that's available today. It’s In Hayes, the Gila River want to know where he lived, sad.” Indians have a truly tragic if he has any relatives around Still, Bernal believes Hayes hero. here, things like that.” deserves to be remembered Along with two others in Bernal was only nine when for heroism at Iwo Jima. the photo who survived the Hayes died and doesn't “I hope everybody in the battle, Hayes toured the coun- remember much about her community sees the movie,” 6A (Y@=yahk) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks Legislative Review Chairman’s Corner...

challenges head-on. the many volunteers who of food at our local Oneida Katrina and a slow economy, of November. Oneida Casino We extended our congratu- dedicated time to organize Food Pantry. The Oneida we have many families need- employees are also partici- lations to the reelected and political functions, make Food Pantry is located on ing assistance. There are pating in a food drive to newly elected state and con- phone calls, go door to door Water Circle Place, behind approximately three-hundred assist with stocking the gressional representatives, throughout our community, the Little Bear office building and fifty clients, and approx- pantry shelves. I encourage Governor Jim Doyle, Senator and transport voters to the and is open all year long. imately three new clients a you to make contributions to Herb Kohl, Congressman polls. Each and every volun- The pantry serves all people week, for whom the Oneida the Oneida Food Pantry (elect) Dr. Steven Kagen, and teer who assisted helped to who live on the reservation, Food Pantry has distributed throughout the upcoming State Representative Thomas provide the information both Oneidas and non- nearly 2,000 bags of food in holiday season and all year- Nelson. These elected offi- needed by our community to Oneidas. the last three months. round. If you would like cials have you to thank. make informed decisions on The Oneida Food Pantry The rate at which contribu- more information on how Those results would not have the candidates of their conducts fundraisers tions come and go from the you can volunteer or make a been possible without your choice. I am so very proud of throughout the year, the pantry is phenomenal. Once donation, please contact the Chairman participation. I am confident our volunteers and our voters Farmers’ Market (June the food arrives at the pantry, Oneida Food Pantry at 920- Gerald Danforth that the Oneida Business - you truly make a difference. through September), a fall it immediately goes out in the 869-1041. Committee and our commu- On another matter, making Harvest Dinner (November), form of a donation to a needy Sagoli, nity members will continue a difference in government is two Bingo Hall Bake Sales recipient. The Oneida Yaw^ko to build solid working rela- not our only challenge. An and holiday Food Drives. Business Committee and the What a month this has tionships with our new repre- undeniable reality our com- This year however, with the staff have been collecting been! The recent political sentatives. I thank each and munity faces is the shortage lasting effects of Hurricane canned goods since the first races that we, as a nation and every one of you who went to as a community, became the polls and cast your vote increasingly involved in, get on November 7, 2006. With quite exciting. With the fall your participation at the Legislative Update elections now complete, our polls, we will continue to work as Oneida government have our voices heard at our officials begins, and we look local, state and federal gov- Establishment of a Tribal Court System forward to meeting these ernment offices. Introduction basis for its years of the traffic violations (It is impor- I would also like to thank As many of you know, the decisions, there- terms is current- tant to note, that currently Legislative Operating by greatly ly being debated our Tribal Police Officers Committee (LOC) has been strengthening within the LOC, write tickets and all the fines Letters... hard at work on creating a our sovereignty. with 5 or 6 year derived for those tickets go Tribal court system here in terms among the to local non-Oneida govern- Donations still • Nicole Moran – Oneida. It's worth noting, the What the possibilities. ments). Court would The Court being accepted 414-788-2220 General Tribal Council has • Lori Coenen, 920-788-0478 expected a judiciary to come look like would only be Public Hearings The Chief Skenandore's The Oneida able to hear The first public hearing on Children’s Benefit Fund, at • Richard Baird, 490-2472 forward since 1981 when it • Ken Webster, 833-7740 directed the OBC. to create a judicial system, cases it is the judiciary was held July Bay Bank in Green Bay, WI., as currently pro- expressly autho- 25, 2006. The hearing is accepting donations • Tom Oudenhoven – “Tribal Court.” The establishment of a posed, would be rized by law to attracted a large turnout of through the holidays for his 869-1230 comprised of hear. It is impor- interested Tribal Members Tribal court system would be Councilman immediate family members. • Kurt Pelky, 968-7709 the following: tant to note that and employees – one of the a dramatic step forward and The extended family of the • Laura Manthe, Director – Vince DelaRosa in the draft pro- largest on record. Many would enable the Tribe to late Keith W. Skenandore 496-5360 • A Trial Court for the initial posal, the Oneida Business comments were received and (aka Chief) sends many heart- • Gene Schubert, Research assert its sovereignty in vital disposition of a case, com- Committee would be restrict- the LOC is actively review- felt thanks to everyone who Coordinator – 496-562 areas such as Indian Child prised of 5 elected judges. ed from enacting any legisla- ing them. Another public made a donation to the Welfare. The establishment • A Peacemakers Court for tion that would grant the hearing will be held after the Children’s Benefit Fund so Environmental Health of a Tribal court system mediation of disputes, as a Court authority to hear crim- LOC makes changes to the far. Chief, who passed away would allow Tribal members division of the Trial Court. inal cases unless at some draft. unexpectedly last August, was and Safety: to pursue justice here in • An Appeals Court to hear time in the future, the a single a parent with 3 chil- • Pat Pelky, Division Oneida, and not in State of appeals from the Trial General Tribal Council Conclusion dren still in high school. Director – 496-5358 Wisconsin courts. Having to Court, comprised of 5 granted the authority. It is With the adoption of the Anyone who would like to • Jeff Mears, Health and rely on State courts to elected justices. anticipated that very soon Judiciary Law, a new era of give Chief's children a boost Industrial Services resolve Tribal issues under- In order to be a Judge or after the passage of the justice and judicial adminis- to help them through the holi- Director – 496-5342 cuts the very notion of Tribal Justice candidate, a Tribal Tribal Court initiative by the tration would begin. I am days is welcome to make a • Shad Webster, Natural sovereignty and this needs to member must be at least 30 General Tribal Council, laws very honored and excited to deposit of any amount to the Resources Director – change. A Tribal court years of age and not be a will be enacted to grant the be a part of this process. Chief Skenadore's Children’s 562-5705 would interpret Tribal laws convicted felon. Judges and Tribal Court authority to hear Please watch for future Benefit Fund. For info: Bay • Terry Metoxen, Warden – by utilizing Tribal customs Justices would serve stag- cases regarding Indian child updates on this very impor- Bank, (920) 490-0930. 562-5704 and culture as part of the gered terms. The number of welfare, family issues and tant matter. Thank you. • Harvey Kosowski, Warden Sherrole Benton – 713-8451 Help enforce • Dan Brooks, Forester – 7th annual Thanksgiving community feast 713-8453 Environment laws The Planning Committee Dishwashers: Throughout (869-4432) or, Venison Stew Meat (15lbs) Dear General Tribal for the 7th annual community the Day If you would like to volun- Baked Beans (2 roasting Council (GTC) Members: • Mike Finney, Eco-Services Thanksgiving Dinner would Clean up Crew: (Take down teer, Please Contact: pans) “The mission of the Director – 496-5349 like to invite you and your tables, chairs, sweep, take out Paula King Dessart Dressing (1 Nesco) Oneidas is to sustain a strong • Mike Troge, Watershed family to share a meal pre- garbage, etc.)1:30p.m. - ([email protected]) Homemade Biscuits (200) Oneida Nation by preserving Coordinator - 496-5348 pared by many volunteers. 3:00p.m. (869-4362) Green Beans (3) #10 cans our heritage through the 7th • Jennifer Hill-Kelly, Approximately 200 hundred For Donations of Food or Following is a list of dona- Cranberries (2 roasting pans) generation.” Environmental Quality meals have been served each Cash, Please Contact: tions needed: Relish, Fruit & Veggie Trays It has recently come to the Director – 496-5354 year since the first communi- Carole Liggins (clig- Homemade Pies (20 pies) Butter (10 Lbs) attention of the • Jim Snitgen, Water ty feast six years ago. The [email protected]) Potatoes (75 lbs) Milk (4 gallons) Environmental Resource Resources Team Leader – dinner is prepared and served Board (ERB) that there are 496-5333 by Tribal employees, commu- violations to our land, air and nity members and Tribal Oneida Food Pantry distributes coats water within the boundaries • Melissa Moran, Water Citizens. of the Oneida Reservation Resource Specialist – 496- 5334 This year’s meal will be Kali photo/Dawn that are not being reported to Walschinski • Victoria Flower, served on Thanksgiving Day, the proper authorities. The Nov. 23, 2006, from 11:00 Coats were given members of the ERB have Environmental Specialist, Brownfield – 496-5328 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the away at the Nori been sworn to uphold the Parish Hall. Please share this • Tony Kuchma, Wetland Damrow Food Environmental Laws of the information with those not on Program Coordinator – Oneida Nation, and to protect GroupWise. Distribution the Environment. 496-5346 In order to help make this Center on You, as members of the annual meal a success, we are Monday, October Oneida Tribe, also have an All of these people are here recruiting volunteers for any 30 just in time for obligation to uphold the laws to help, and may be contacted of the following functions: and protect the environment. with problems/possible viola- Turkey Cookers the cold weather We are all stewards of the tions. Don’t worry about 8 Turkey Cookers are needed that’s on its way. land. Some of you may have talking to the wrong person. (#20lb. Turkey provided). The The coats were noticed violations, but may If you contact anyone on the volunteer committee is not have known what to do donated by above list, your concern will requesting the Turkeys to be about it. This open letter is to Oneida commu- be addressed. The Oneida sliced, sorted (white give you the information as to meat/dark meat) and stuffed. nity members who to contact if you see a Reservation is composed of 65,000 acres. The people on Wednesday - November 22, and employees violation, or you suspect 2006 unlawful activities. Your the list above only see a small and distributed to fraction of it on a typical day. Food prep: Peeling potatoes, those in need. phone calls will remain cleaning squash, cut up veg- You are the eyes and ears of anonymous. gies Sizes ranged the Tribe. You see what goes Set-up Crew: Set up tables & from infant to Environmental on in your neighborhood. If chairs. 4:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. adult. Resources Board: you live here, it is your Thursday - November 23, responsibility to protect our Left: Nadine • Ted Hawk, Chairman – 2006 Escamea checks 869-2903 natural resources. Help us Food prep: 8:00a.m. - • Gerald (Jerry) Jordan, help you. 11:00a.m. out a green and Vice-Chairman – 336-3737 Food Servers: 11:00a.m. - gold Packer jack- • Patricia Denny, Secretary – Thank you, 12:00p.m./12:00p.m. - et. 339-8829 Members of the ERB 1:00p.m./1:00p.m. - 2:00p.m. Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Tsya=t@k) 7A Oneida Business Committee Meeting Minutes

Regulary Meeting Delgado, Trish King. Opposed: Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried. ommendation on the process, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion car- October 25, 2006 Action: Motion by Patty Hoeft to ask for a legal opinion on the legal- ried unanimously. Business Committee Conference Room ity of petitioner withdrawing petition, seconded by Ed Delgado. Action: Motion by Trish King to accept the August 17th, August 30th Present: Gerald Danforth–Chair, Trish King–Council member, Paul Motion carried unanimously. and September 7th minutes as FYI, seconded by Mercie Danforth. Ninham–Council member, Mercie Danforth–Treasurer, Melinda J. 9. New Business: Motion carried unanimously. Danforth–Council member, Patty Hoeft–Secretary, Edward a. Resolutions 16. Executive Session Delgado–Council member, Vince DelaRosa–Council member. 1. Fred Muscavitch RE: Approval of Rescinding Fee to Trust a. Tabled Business – None Excused: Kathy Hughes–Vice Chair. Resolution 8-16-06 N - Correcting Incorrect Tax Parcel b. Old Business Others Present: Barbara Skenandore, James Danforth, Joanne Number - Adopted new resolution 1. Vince DelaRosa RE: Gaming General Manager Contract Danforth, Barb Dickson, Betsy Galbraith, David Webster, Twilight Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to defer this item, seconded by Excerpt from September 13, 2006: Motion by Mercie Danforth to Moore, Norma Flauger, Brenda John, Jim Martin, Susan White, Fred Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. defer this item to the October 11, 2006 Business Committee meeting Muscavitch. b. Requests with comments back from the Business Committee Interview Team Opening Prayer: Curtis Summers 1. Rob Hendricks RE: Presentation of Business Plan Options at the September 27, 2006 Business Committee meeting, seconded by Special Recognitions: None. for Oneida Sandpit - Requesting approval for one of three 1. Call to Order by Gerald Danforth options to move forward Melinda J. Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. 2. Oath of Office–Administered by Patricia Hoeft Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to approve Option 1, Plan 6a as Excerpt from September 27, 2006: No action taken. Will be on the Oneida Appeals Commission recommended by the General Manager's memorandum dated October 11, 2006 Business Committee agenda. Anita Barber administered by Patricia Hoeft on October 2, 2006. September 29, 2006, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion carried Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to defer this item for 30 days, Oneida Land Commission unanimously. seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried unanimously. Judy Cornelius administered by Patricia Hoeft on October 6, 2006. 2. Susan White RE: ADVENT - Fit Interactive Data - Lehman 2. Leland Ninham RE: Paul Stenzel - Contract Amendment Oneida Police Commission Family of Indices Requesting approval of waiver of sover- Excerpt from September 27, 2006: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to James Danforth. eign immunity for purposes of injunctive relief only defer this item for two weeks for clarification, seconded by Mercie Oneida Pow Wow Committee Action: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to support the request for waiver Danforth. For: Paul Ninham, Ed Delgado, Kathy Hughes, Melinda J. Maureen Metoxen administered by Patricia Hoeft on October 4, of sovereign immunity for purposes of injunction relief only, second- Danforth, Abstained: Patty Hoeft. Motion carried. 2006. ed by Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to deny the contract and 3. Approval of the Agenda c. Travel Requests direct the Chair to add this to his meeting with the Chief Judicial a. Additions 1. Kathy Hughes RE: Fee to Trust Advisory Council Meeting, Officer of the Oneida Appeals Commission, seconded by Mercie b. Deletions October 24, 2006 at Hinkley, Minnesota Danforth. For: Paul Ninham, Ed Delgado, Vince DelaRosa. c. Moves Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to approve the travel request, Abstained: Patty Hoeft. Motion carried. Action: Motion by Trish King to approve the agenda with the dele- seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried unanimously. c. New Business – None tion of the Finance Committee minutes, seconded by Melinda J. 2. Trish King RE: Great Lakes Tribal Economic Development d. Legislative Affairs Update – None Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. Symposium, October 25 & 26 at Acme, Michigan e. Attorney Brief 4. Minutes to be Approved Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to approve the travel request, 1. Retention of Private Investigators Regular Business Committee Minutes of September 27, 2006. seconded by Paul Ninham. For: Patty Hoeft, Melinda J. Danforth, Ed Action: Motion by Trish King to approve the minutes with the noted Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to direct the Chair to send letter Delgado, Vince DelaRosa. Abstained: Trish King. Motion carried. to Gaming Commission regarding release of confidential informa- changes on Page 5 of 12: Resolution #2, Insert Trish King as the 3. Ed Delgado RE: Retro Approval to Attend Disproportionate tion, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. motioner, seconded by Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unanimous- Minority Contact in Indian Country, Lac Du Flambeau, 2. Diversified Investigations, LLC ly. October 9 & 10, 2006 Action: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to have the law office use their 5. Tabled Business–None Action: Deleted at request of requestor 6. Reports 4. RE: Approval to Attend National Tribal Leaders Traffic discretion in terms of appropriate billing for the Diversified a. Oneida Appeals Commission (Quarterly: Apr/Oct) Leland Safety Conference, November 7 & 9, Albuquerque, New Investigations invoice, seconded by Mercie Danforth. Motion carried Ninham - 1st Meeting of the Month Submitted. Mexico (Travel Expenses will be Reimbursed by the BIA unanimously. Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to accept the Oneida Appeals Indian Highway Safety Program) 3. Thornberry Creek Golf Course Commission quarterly report, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion car- Action: Motion by Mercie Daforth to approve the travel request, sec- Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to direct the Chief of Staff to ried unanimously. onded by Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. respond to the request from Bay Lake Bank, seconded by Paul b. Oneida Gaming Commission (Quarterly: Jan/Apr/July/Oct) 10. Finance Committee – None Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. Oscar Schuyler - 1st Meeting of the Month Submitted. 11. Legislative Operating Committee ( LOC) – None 4. State vs. Paremski, Case No. 2005CF000204 Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to accept the Oneida 12. Treasurer’s Report – None Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to accept as FYI, seconded Gaming Commission quarterly report, seconded by Paul Ninham. 13. Oneida Business Committee Planning – None by Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. Motion carried unanimously. 14. Executive Staff Meeting – None 5. Victim/Witness Impact Statements c. Oneida Land Commission (Quarterly: Jan/Apr/July/Oct) Pat 15. Legislative Affairs Update Action: Motion by Ed Delgado to direct the Law Office to initiate to Cornelius - 1st Meeting of the Month Submitted. 1. NIGC Letter RE: Internet Gaming Bill - FYI the court that restitution has been substantially paid, seconded by Action: Motion by Trish King to accept the Oneida Land Action: Motion by Trish King to accept the NIGC Internet Gaming Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unanimously. Commission quarterly report, seconded by Mercie Danforth. Motion Bill letter as FYI, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion carried unani- Motion by Mercie Danforth to direct the Law Office to sub- carried unanimously. mously. d. Oneida Police Commission (Quarterly: Jan/Apr/July/Oct) mit the appropriate papers to court, seconded by Paul Ninham. 2. Thank You Letter - Representative Petri - Approve Motion carried unanimously. David Webster - 1st Meeting of the Month Submitted. Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to support the Thank You letter Action: Motion by Paul Ninham to accept the Oneida Police f. Audit Committee - None and that it be rewritten, seconded by Melinda J. Danforth. Motion g. Oneida Enterprise Development Authority (1st meeting of Commission quarterly report, seconded by Trish King. Motion car- carried unanimously. ried unanimously. the month) 3. Annual Conduit Drive Update - FYI Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to accept information and direct 7. Travel Reports–None Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to accept the Annual Conduit the Secretary to schedule a 1 1/2 day meeting between the Oneida 8. Follow up Reports/BC Directives from Previous Meetings Drive Update as FYI, seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried Business Committee and OEDA, and that OEDA come forth with 1. Gerald Danforth RE: Personnel Commission Board unanimously. Appointment Recommendation 4. Local, Municipal and County Report - Approve additional information, seconded by Vince DelaRosa. Motion carried Excerpt from September 13, 2006: Motion by Kathy Hughes to Action: Motion by Trish King to accept the local, municipal and unanimously. defer this item for two weeks, seconded by Trish King. Motion car- county report, seconded by Mercie Danforth. Motion carried unani- h. Seven Generation Corporation Update (1st and 2nd meet- ried unanimously. mously. ing of the month) Excerpt from September 27, 2006: Motion by Mercie Danforth to 5. Southwest Public Safety Facility Meeting Minutes - FYI Recess/Adjourn defer this item for two weeks, seconded by Paul Ninham. Motion a. August 17,2006 Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to adjourn, seconded by Paul carried unanimously. b. August 30,2006 Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. Action: Motion by Ed Delgado to approve the appointment of c. September 7, 2006 (Agenda only) Minutes Approved as presented/corrected on October 25, 2006. Shannon Hill to the Oneida Personnel Commission, seconded by Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to refer the Fire Station-Police Paul Ninham. Motion carried unanimously. Station-Ambulance Service request to the General Manager's office Patricia Hoeft, Tribal Secretary 2. Vince DelaRosa RE: GTC recommended date Regarding for review due to it being a joint venture and come back with a rec- ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE Community Program Area of Oneida Housing Authority Excerpt from September 27, 2006: Motion by Vince DelaRosa to defer this item for two weeks for the liaison to find out what actions the Housing Authority Board took on this issue, seconded by Trish Next Regular Business Committee Meeting… King. Motion carried unanimously. Action: Motion by Melinda J. Danforth to direct liaison, Vince Wednesday • November 22, 2006 • 9:00 A.M. DelaRosa to contact petitioner to see if she still wants to move forward, seconded by Ed Delgado. For: Mercie Danforth, Paul Ninham, Business Committee Conference Room Vince DelaRosa, Trish King. Opposed: Patty Hoeft. Motion carried. Action: Motion by Mercie Danforth to approve Monday, December 4, 2006 as the GTC date if the petitioner wishes to move forward, Norbert Hill Center • 2nd Floor seconded by Paul Ninham. For: Patty Hoeft, Melinda J. Danforth, Ed Radisson employees display honesty Halloween fun at Elder Services Submitted by Nicole Marchand Assistant General Manager Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Green Bay On Wednesday, October 25, Monica Yealey and Elizabeth House, employees of the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center's Housekeeping Department, started cleaning one of their rooms and taking the linen off of the bed when a wallet fell to the floor. After finding the wallet, they discovered that it contained over $3600! The girls called security Photo courtesy of Nicole Marchard to report the found item, Monica Yealey and Elizabeth House were honored for security then collected turing in a wallet containing $3600. The two found the the wallet and contacted wallet while cleaning a room at the Radisson Inn. the guest. The Radisson Management tion, and free lunch in the Later in their shift the girls was so pleased with Monica's hotel’s employee restaurant were called to the front desk Kali photo/Dawn Walschinski and Elizabeth's integrity and the Soaring Eagle for a year! where the guest was very honesty that they were award- Both Elizabeth and Monica Monsters, aliens and vampires invaded Oneida Elderly Services on thankful and wanted to ed: $100 Shopko Gift Card, are great examples for all of Riverdale Drive just in time for Halloween on Tuesday, October 31. reward them for their honesty. eight hours of personal time our employees. Participants enjoyed a costume contest, pumpkin carving contest and an The guest gave each lady $25. off, a certificate of apprecia- afternoon of bingo. Above are the winners of the costume contest. 4A (Y@=yahk) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks Local

Cannery personnel attend informative workshop

Submitted photo Carol Elm (second person on the left) and Diane Skenandore (third person on the left) recently attended the Food Sector Opportunity Workshop in Taos, New Mexico. By Yvonne Kaquatosh Manufacturing Practices, Kalihwisaks Packaging and Product Design, Carol Elm and Diane and FDA Regulations, Labeling Skenandore of the Oneida and Nutritional Analysis, to name Cannery Department attended a a few. 5-day workshop in mid-October The project was sponsored by entitled, Food Sector Opportunity the Taos County Economic Project, in Taos, New Mexico. Development Corporation Their main objective in attend- (TCEDC). There vision to attain ing the workshop was to gain harmony is focused on communi- additional knowledge on a variety ty, unity, equity and opportunity. of topics pertaining to their area The organization was jointly of expertise in the food industry. founded in 1987 by its’ Directors The pair attended informative Pati L. Martinson and Terrie Bad workshops such as: Good Hand.

Oneida Cannery Tsi>tkutekway

Tsyunhehkw< Retail will have a limited supply of loaves available. Store hours are from 10:00 am to 6:00pm. Thank you for your order and have a great Thanksgiving Holiday! Oneida Cannery Tsyunhehkw^ Retail Norbert Hill Center Ridgeview Plaza N7210 Seminary Road 3758 W. Mason St. Oneida WI 54155 Oneida WI 54155 869-4379 497-5821

Calendar

Various Raised Beadwork Classes WHEN: Various PLACE: Bear Paw Keepsakes, 2667 W. Mason St., Green Bay $50 per class, include all of the supplies. Enrollment limited to 10. register at the store. November 24-25 - Picture Frame; January 12-13 - Moccasins; February 16-17 - Small Purse; March 16-17 - Checkbook cover or Photo Album. FMI call 920-499-7875. November 22 “The Journey of Sacagawea” WHEN: Wednesday, November 22 TIME: 9:00pm PLACE: Wisconsin Public Television (WPT) In honor of Native American Heritage Month, WPT will air “The Journey of Sacagawea” which tells the story of one of the most honored heroines in American history. Using the rich oral history of the Shoshoni, Hidatsa and Nez Perce tribes, and dramatic re-enactments and scenes of the wild areas in western states, this program provides both the historical account of Sacagawea and the legends about her. Contact 608-263-3364 for more information. July 6-8 35th Annual 4th of July Pow Wow WHEN: July 6, 7 & 8, 2007 TIME: Various PLACE: Norbert Hill Center Powwow Grounds Join us in song and dance at the 35th Annual oneida contest powwow! Over $50,000 in prize money. Weekend pass-$10, daily pass-$5, 60 yrs & older & 10 yrs & under free. FMI: 920-496-7897 Ongoing Women Reaching Women Support Group WHEN: Every Thursday WHERE: Three Sister's Community Center, 790 Oneste Lane (off Mason St.) Three Sisters Housing Site TIME: 12:30–2:30 PM Please come and join us. We'll support each other. All women are invited. Free transportation, lunch, and child care provided. YMCA Swimming, Women's Closet. Hope to see you there! FMI, please contact: Isabel Parker at 498-3340 or Georgia Burr at 592-8682.

Please call the Kalihwisaks office at (920) 869-4280, 4279 or 4277 to include events in this section. Any future announcements must have a contact phone # that can be published to be included in this section. November 9, 2006 Section Two

Local artists receive grant from tribe, WI Arts Board with funds provided by the Cayuga artist and researcher Oneida students. • Dawn Dark Mountain- By Christine Klimmek Wisconsin Arts Board and the • Loretta Webster-$3,455, Samuel Thomas. • Green Bay Civic $500 Oneida Fellowship for Special to Kalihwisaks Oneida tribe. The awards for “Expression of Iroquois • Northeast Wisconsin Symphony-$3,081, “A Salute excellence in watercolor At their October meeting, Fiscal 2007 were for excel- Culture through Beads” - Dance-$3,385, “Nutcracker to the Oneidas of Wisconsin” painting. the Oneida Nation Arts lence in art, artist develop- Providing the Green Bay area Ballet” - underwrite participa- -April 14, 2007, concert at the The grants are awarded for Program’s board awarded ment, and artistic projects that and Oneida tribal members tion fees for Oneida children Meyer Theatre showcasing artistic endeavors and projects grants through their regranti- benefit the Oneida communi- with juried exhibits at Bear to participate in the December Oneida trumpet artist in both traditional and con- ng program, the Dollars for ty. Following is the list of Paw Keepsakes that enhance 8 - 9, 2006, professional pro- Christopher Moore with an temporary styles of dance, lit- Arts Program (DAP). The award recipients, amount of appreciation and sale-ability duction of the Nutcracker original composition erature, music, theatre, and visual arts. The applicants are grants were awarded to orga- grants and a brief description of Iroquois raised beadwork Ballet at the Meyer Theatre ”Trumpeting the Stone” by Mohican composer Brent rated by a Peer Panel Review nizations and Oneida artists of grant activities: curated by award winning plus lecture and demo for Michael Davids. and funds are allocated by the • Oneida Museum-$2,079, Oneida Nation Arts Board “Voices of the Longhouse” - based on the recommenda- through a technique known as tions of the panel review. All pair share, children with learn activities must occur between social dance songs from October 1, 2006, and renowned Seneca singer September 30, 2007. For Sadie Buck from Oshwaken, more information about the Ontario, and teach the songs Dollars for Arts regranting to their parents. program contact Christine • Jennifer Stevens-$500, Klimmek at 920-490-3831, Oneida Fellowship for excel- email cklimmek@oneidana- lence in Iroquois pottery tion.org or view the Oneida • Scott Hill-$500, Oneida Nation Arts Program’s web Fellowship for excellence in site at: pastels www.oneidanationarts.org Everyone’s thinking about the Holidays Time Warner Cable Green Holiday events Bay Holiday Parade, November 18 – dot the November The annual parade kicks off in Downtown Green Bay at calendar 10 a.m., featuring more than (Green Bay, WI) – The fall 80 units, including Santa colors have come and gone, Claus himself. daylight hours are getting shorter and many area resi- Trans-Siberian Orchestra, dents’ thoughts are turning to November 18 – the holidays. There are also Two shows are scheduled at many holiday-related events the Resch Center as part of on the Packer Country calen- TSO’s Winter Tour 2006. It dar in the month of promises to be another great November. holiday show with more “There are some wonder- music, more lights and more ful programs and events surprises. Showtimes are 3 coming up in November that p.m. and 8 p.m. will certainly help people get into the holiday spirit,” said 5th Annual Brian Setzer Katie Green, Director of Orchestra Christmas Marketing for the Packer Extravaganza, November Country Visitor & 21 – Convention Bureau. “It’s cer- BSO returns to the Radisson tainly an exciting time of Three Clans Ballroom for its year and there’s definitely a Rockabilly Christmas perfor- little something for every- mance. Showtime is 8 p.m. one.” A sampling of the holiday- Christmas Back at the related events and programs Corner, November 24- in Northeast Wisconsin December 23 – includes: This holiday show is a throw- back to the first Christmas Peace Tree Lighting performance ever at the Ceremony, November 16 – Sports Corner in De Pere. This year is the 19th year for Darren Johnson and compa- the annual Peace Tree ny present a family-friendly Lighting Ceremony in Christmas show for all ages. Downtown Green Bay. The ceremony will begin at 6 The Polar Express, p.m. November 24-25 – Hop on board the Polar Downtown Lighting Express for a trip to the Ceremony, November 17 – North Pole during this spe- At Old Fort Square on cial event at the National Broadway. Railroad Museum in Ashwaubenon. Holiday Gift/Craft Show, November 17-18 – WPS Garden of Lights, Visitors will enjoy the sights November 24 – December and sounds of the season at 29 (weekends) – ShopKo Hall while browsing More than 200,000 lights among the displays of more transform the Green Bay than 140 exhibitors. Featured Botanical Garden into a daz- items include framed art, flo- zling holiday fantasyland. ral arrangements, wooden crafts, ceramics and much Christmas Fantasy Parade, more. Hours are 3-9 p.m. on November 25 – Friday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Ring in the holiday season in Saturday. Two Rivers with the holiday parade at 5:30 p.m. Grand Christmas 2006, For more information on November 17-December 23 – holiday events, or other Frank’s Dinner Theatre will events and attractions in take you on a wonderful Packer Country, visit Christmas journey at the SC www.packercountry.com. 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Board Committee Legal Notice Legal Notice Vacancy Vacancies Employment Opportunity Oneida Appeals Re: Oneida Tribe of Oneida Cemetery Board: Oneida Child Care The Lakeshore Technical College does not discriminate Commission Indians of Wisconsin vs One(1) vacancy Parent Advisory on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or Original Hearing Body Various Individuals Qualifications: Committee (PAC): other applicable legislated categories, in its services, employ- A diligent attempt was Their shall be six (6) mem- Three (3) Vacancies ment programs and/or its educational program and activities, Notice of Probate made to notify the following bers who shall make up the Qualifications: including but not limited to admissions, treatment, and access. RE: 06-TC-092, In The individuals of claim(s) filed Oneida Tribe Cemetery Board Shall serve a two (2) year Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies are handled by Matter of The Estate of David by the Oneida Tribe for Shall serve a lifetime term term the Affirmative Action Office, 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland “Joker” Moore, Deceased judgement against them. Shall meet whenever a bur- Shall be a parent of the WI 53015, phone 920.693.1000 or 888.468.6582. The estate of deceased Notices were returned by U.S. ial is requested by the kin or Airport Road Child Care Job Title: B. Must demonstrate strong David “Joker” Moore,who Post Office as unclaimed, other interested party for a Center or be a member of the Adjunct Instructor, Adult Math and English skills. is an enrolled member of the unknown or no forwarding deceased Oneida Indian or Social & Human Services Basic Education C. Ability to relate success- Oneida Nation, has entered address. other person permitted. Program (Indian Child Job Description: fully with students and into probate before a hearing 9-26-06: Jordan, Darrick, Shall be responsible to Welfare, Child Protective Provide individual and staff of diverse cultural, body of the Oneida Appeals 06-TC-073; Migel, Rositta, maintain vital statistics of the Board, Oneida Community small group instruction for social or educational back- Commission. 06-TC-076; Powless, deceased and to report such Health Center, Legal or students studying Adult Basic grounds. A hearing shall take place Juanita, 06-TC-78; Swamp, information as may be Educational Institutions, etc. Education (ABE), General D. Fluent, bilingual individ- on November 14, 2006, at Kelly, 06-TC-081 required by the Oneida Tribe. Purpose: We provide the Education Development ual who has experience 9:00 a.m. for all heirs and Hearings were held on the The Board or it’s delegates highest quality educational (GED) and/or High School working with culturally parties-in-interest to the estate date stated, for all parties list- shall control the cemetery and and support services to all Equivalency Diploma diverse populations is at the Commission’s office ed, at the Commission office; beautify the same and may children and families. We Qualifications: desirable. located at: 3759 W. Mason located at Ridgeview Plaza, establish regulations respect- empower the children through Education (one of the follow- Salary Expectation: Street, Ridgeview Plaza, Suite Suite # 1; 3759 W. Mason St.; ing it. the use of developmentally ing degrees is required): Per Adjunct Instructional #1, Oneida, WI 54155. Oneida WI 54155 Deadline date 12/11/06 appropriate practices. Our A. Secondary degree with a Salary Schedule Inquiries for additional For specific questions practices reflect the unique major or minor in math or LOCATION: information may be directed about this judgement, settle- Oneida Library Board: culture heritage of the Oneida science. EvenStart - Early Learning to:Administrator/Clerk ment or payment arrange- Community and build the B. Elementary Education Center: Oneida Appeals ments, please contact Diana One (1) Vacancy foundation for the next Seven degree. 1227 Wilson Avenue Commission Westcott, Accounting Qualifications: Generations. C. Degree in Adult Education. Sheboygan, WI 53081 P.O. Box 19 Department at (920) 490- a. Shall serve a three (3) year Deadline date of D. Degree in Special Recruitment Period: Oneida, WI 54155 3556. If you have questions term 12/11/06. Education. Beginning: Friday, October (920) 497-5800 on the process, feel free to b. Must be on the official roll II. Experience: 13, 2006 contact the Clerk or of the Oneida Nation of Oneida Appeals A. Minimum of two years Closing: Administrator, Oneida Indians of Wisconsin and Commission full-time teaching experi- Until position is filled Appeals Commission office at eligible to vote Original Hearing Body c. Shall be a patron of the Kalihwisaks ence or part-time equiva- Application Process: Notice of Judgements (920) 497-5800 Oneida Community NEXT DEADLINE lency. To obtain a copy of our Granted Library who is on the offi- B. Experience working with online application form cial patron list of the is…Wednesday disadvantaged at-risk stu- please visit LTCís website at Oneida Community November 1st, 2006 dents from various back- www.gotoltc.com or simply Business Opportunity Library @ 4:30 P.M. with a grounds. call the Human Resources d. Shall, as part of the board, PUBLISH DATE C. Interest and/or experience Department toll-free teaching math beneficial. 888.468.6582, ext. 1863 to New Web site promotes Minority monitor and advise pro- of…Thursday, grams, services and acqui- November 9th, 2006 D. One year (2000 hours) of request an application form to Business Enterprise Program sitions of the print and non- Questions, please occupational experience be sent. print materials provided to outside the field of educa- LAKESHORE TECHNI- •Provides information and where minority-owned busi- call: 920-869-4280, library clientele. tion. CAL COLLEGE IS AN opportunities to qualified nesses can efficiently and eas- 4279 or 4277 Closing date of III. Other: EQUAL OPPORTUNI- minority–owned business- ily access the information November 13, 2006 Toll Free: A. Must have a strong knowl- TY/ACCESS/EMPLOYER es interested in selling they need to get started in 1.800.236.2214 edge of computer software AND EDUCATOR their goods and services to selling their goods and ser- ext. 4277, 4279 or (i.e. Microsoft Office WisDOT vices to the department. We 4280 Suite). welcome all potential vendors For Sale •Suppliers and vendors can who can fulfill our purchasing now go online to reference and technology requirements, Washer & Dryer for sale detailed information on a competitive basis, to $150.00 336-6656 regarding the Wisconsin introduce their businesses to Department of us.” Transportation’s Minority WisDOT is committed to Divorce Business Enterprise the development of signifi- For (MBE) program. Visitors cant and mutually beneficial can easily find out relationships with minority- Women ONEIDA NATION Atty. Jim Lewis owned businesses that can Howard 434-2777 •what commodities add value to the department Proud and Progressive WisDOT routinely pur- and help achieve the depart- chases, ment’s mission of “providing Setting up a new business? We offer our employees competitive salaries and an excellent benefit •who to contact, leadership in the development It’s hassle-free and package to include: health, dental, vision, free life insurance, 401K, •how to use the state’s and operation of a safe and easy with our help. personal time, vacation time and paid holidays. VendorNet system, efficient transportation sys- Atty. Jim Lewis •how to become a tem.” Wisconsin-certified MBE, Access the site at Howard 434-2777 and more! ="http://www.dot.wiscon- “We are very excited about sin.gov/business/mbe/index. Selling Your Home of Land? For a Complete and Up-to-date Listing of All Positions the development of this site,” htm"MACROBUTTONHt It’s hassle-free and says Division of Business mlResAnchorwww.dot.wis- Management Administrator consin.gov/business/mbe/in easy with our help. Call our Job Hotline at 1-800-236-7050 Brenda Brown. “Our goal is dex.htm Atty. Jim Lewis or to provide a one-stop shop, Howard 434-2777 On the web at http://hrd.oneidanation.org Postings are updated daily. The Oneida Tribe has the discretion to pull positions prior to the Injured by a person with little or no insurance? deadline date. How to Apply In person at: You are David Human Resource Department 2630 West Mason Street Green Bay, Wisconsin They are Goliath 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or Fax your completed application (and resume) We are your slingshot to (920) 496-7911 or Applications (and resume) may also be mailed to: Human Resource Department PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365 Call us when you have been injured by a person with little or no insurance. Applications must be received prior to or on the closing date.

Human Resource Department Mission Statement Recka & Joannes Atty. Jim Joannes To provide quality service in all personnel operations with integrity, Howard 435-8159 responsiveness and sensitivity to our customers. 2B (T#ken) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks

Thunderhawk Football and volleyball close out I Am Legal, Baby By Debbie Santiago by Shakira Stevens debate. ONHS junior ONHS senior The rally featured guest The fall sports at ONHS Some of Oneida’s students speakers Ernie Stevens Jr., have come to an end. plan on voting this year for Donsia Strong-Hill, Joe The girls went to their the first time, thanks to turn- Garcia, and former Green Bay regional game on Tuesday ing the big “one-eight.” Mayor Paul Jadin. October 17th at Gibralter. ONHS senior, John Senior Twyla Danforth said They did well, but lost 0-3. Christjohn, said that by voting the debate “was good..” She The boys last game was in he could “put his own input liked “seeing the two candi- Michigan’s U.P. where they on the world..” dates go back and forth with also lost–39 Bark River Students from ONHS each other.” Harris, 13 Oneida T-Hawks. attended a rally at the The debate at the Radisson Everybody is happy with Radisson, where John Gard showed many ONHS students their season. Both the teams and Steven Kagen, candidates the importance of voting–if did well overall. for Wisconsin’s Eighth not now, then in the future, Next year looks like a Congressional district, when they, too, “are legal.” rebuilding year for both football and volleyball. The girls are losing four seniors this year: Lois, Twyla, Lenita, and Downtown Oneida Crystal. The boys are losing By Martin D. Stevens Jr. & Diane’s, Schroeders, and seven seniors: Darrell, Eddie, ONHS sophomore The Trading Post. Joe, Sapatis, Earl, Clifford, Kali Photo/Steven J. Gandy What is “Downtown Now there’s White Eagles and Freddie. The Oneida Thunderhawks celebrate the first victory in seven years over the Oneida”? that just recently reopened Menominee Eagles That’s exactly what ONHS just down the hill which drew journalism students are trying away the attention big time to figure out. from Beavers. Winter sports begin Paper Airplane History We are going to make a With the movie we’re try- movie about “Downtown ing to think of what all to By Twyla Danforth ing for some players to step By Eldon Powless years ago. Early hot air bal- Oneida.” It all started when cover on the video. ONHS senior up the take Stakwas ONHS sophomore loons were also made out of our teacher, Denis The video is going to be a Winter sports are starting. Danforth’s spot. I made a paper airplane in paper in the late 1700s. The Gullickson, said we were documentary of downtown Girls basketball starts The members of the team one of my classes the other first balloons that carried peo- going to “make a movie about Oneida since the day we got November 6, boys basketball are all hoping for Debbie to day. ple were made out cloth-lined Downtown Oneida.” We all here in Wisconsin to present starts November 13, and “come out her shell” this year. It got me to thinking. with paper. laughed and wondered what day, to see what changed over wrestling also starts The girls are also looking What’s the history of paper- The origin of paper air- he was talking about, the years. November 13. at the twins, LuAnne and airplane making? planes is not very clear. The “Downtown Oneida”! Right now we are going to Every team is looking for- RaeAnne, to come and show Like everything else these earliest known reference to Then we got thinking, try- find human and internet ward to having a good season. what they got. We are also days, I found the information paper airplanes is that an ing to figure out what to cover resources for the video. We The boys have four return- looking for Tanya Christjohn on Google. early airplane designer, Jack in this movie. are trying to do a movie like ing basketball starters: to step up, so we have anoth- The history of paper air- Northrop, used paper air- Should we just do the “hill- Ken Burns has done in his Truman Powless, Nick Cantu, er threat in the post. planes seems to go back as far planes in the 1930's to help top” of Oneida, or should we movies. Ken Burns has done Darrell Skenandore and The team has three return- as the first pages made out of him with his ideas for flying branch out and cover the other movies that are fact and are Freddie Hernandez. The boys ing seniors; Lois, Twyla and papyrus which were tossed wing airplanes. buildings like the old health all based on true happenings. are looking for some of the Shakira. The girls’ first bas- out. The next time I decide to center and the Oneida So, in a year or two, the other players to possibly step ketball game is November 21 We know that the first fly- fold a paper airplane, I will Museum? By “hilltop I mean movie should be done and up and fill Gavin Hill’s spot. at home against Tigerton. ing devices used were paper remember some of these like the places that use to be a ready for the everybody to This is the first year in The wrestling team has kites in China about 2000 facts. big hit only until a couple see. It will be a one- of-a-kind three years that they have a four wrestlers returning and a years ago like Beavers, Mike masterpiece. returning head coach, Scott couple of new ones. Muray. Murray will be assist- The wrestling team has lost An NFL Owiskal ed by Tek Skenadore and a big part of their team. Eddie Swingin’ like monkeys Hudson Denny who will also Metoxen (the chosen one) is Prediction Kohsatas serve as the new JV coach. out for the year due to torn By Shakira Stevens course was “fun.” They will have two return- A.C.L., M.C.L., and By Andrew Sitting ONHS senior Personally, I thought that it ing seniors, Freddie and Meniscus. that will Bear The student council had helped us to be able to find Darrell, and one new senior, The team still looks strong, ONHS senior our first field trip on Tuesday, ways to work together and Joe Christjohn. The boys first however. The returning never Kohsatas. The noble October 24. conquer our problems and game is a “tourney” at Kohler wrestlers are Sean Metoxen, horse. Denis has sixteen We went to the ropes conquer our fears, like course at The Oneida Fitness heights. on December 1st. Michael Stevens, Lakwaho come true horses. The white horses The girls basketball team McLester and Eddie will still Center. Lois Stevens, Student have brown dots on them. has four returning starters: participate as the Manager. By Nick Cantu The purpose of the ropes Council President, said that Lois Stevens, Debbie The team is looking for- ONHS junior Denis also has brown hors- course was for character the ropes course “was awe- Santiago, Luanne Funmaker ward the upcoming season, I think the Arizona es. He has a little donkey building. The members of stu- some.” named Eeyore. The horses dent council are the leaders of I would recommend the and Twyla Danforth. and plan to do very well this Cardinals are going to go all The girls team is also look- year. don’t always listen to the school so it is important ropes course for wanna-be- the way to the Super Bowl. for them to be able to be lead- Denis. They scrape their monkeys and for character They’re doing so well this ers. building because it was very teeth on his tractor. Still, he year because they’ve got Debbie Santiago, 11th fun. likes them. grade treasurer, said the ropes Adrian Goes to L.A. Larry Fitzgerald, Anquan By Twyla Danforth Boldin and Edgerrin James. ONHS senior They have an easy schedule Lynn Adrian, ONHS teacher, went to L.A. recent- this year, but they’re just like 2007 girls basketball schedule ly to sell/promote her the Green Bay Packers. They Tuesday, November 21 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 30 screenplay. The screenplay, have a young and inexperi- Tigerton, Home , 6/7:30 Friday, December 15 Tri-County, Home, 6/7:30 called Undisturbed Cities, is enced line and they have to p.m. Lac Courte Oreilles, Away, p.m. about a mother, Cathleen, 6 p.m. raising three children with a improve so Quarterback Matt Tuesday, November 28 Friday, Febuary 2 disorder called D.I.D. Leinart can get the ball off Lena, Away, 6/7:30 p.m. Thursday, December 21 Milw. Maasai Institute (var- (Disassociative Identity with out rushing the throw Marinette Catholic Central, sity only), Home, 6 p.m. Disorder) and the challenges almost every time. Friday, December 1 Away, 6/7:30 p.m. associated with the disorder. Kohler T’ment (Kohler), Friday, Febuary 16 Lynn Adrian The cardinals are 1-7 right Ethan, another character, Away, j.v.-4:30, Var.-6:15 December 29-30 Lac Courte Oreilles (varsity is a Ho-Chunk counselor of 1989 at UWGB as now. They had their chance to Gresham T’ment, Away, only), Home, 6:00 p.m. adolescents. In the screen- Independent Study. Her beat the undefeated Chicago Saturday, December 2 TBA play, Ethan describes the screenplay is based on the Kohler T’ment (TBA), Away Feb. 22, 24, & 26 book. Bears at home but they blew it mind as “an adaptive play- in the fourth quarter and they TBA Tuesday, January 2 1st. Rd. Regionals, 2nd Rd. ground.” He promotes the It took Lynn one year to Laona, Home, 5:30/7 p.m. & Reg. Finals, TBA, 7:00 idea that the mind requires write the screenplay, and in got beat 23-16. Tuesday, December 5 p.m. the box for safe, happy liv- 2004 it was copyrighted. They also had their chance Green Bay NEW Lutheran, Thursday, January 11 We all hope the best for ing. He says that if a child to beat the St. Louis Rams but Away, 6/7:30 p.m. Bowler, Home, 6/7:30 p.m March 3 & 5 her in selling and promoting has a box “too big and is too choked in that game, too, and Sectionals & Sectionals busy looking for the corners her screenplay. Thursday, December 7 Thursday, January 18 Finals TBA, 7:00 p.m. and safe sides of the walls” Lynn said that the differ- got beat 14-16. Wolf River Lutheran (varsity Gibraltar, Home, 5/6:30 p.m. that this is a neglect of ence between a book and a So, I think they’re going all only), Home, 6 p.m. March 11 &12 (Fri.-Sat.) child’s needed safe bound- screenplay is that, a screen- the way to the Super Bowl. Friday, Jauary 26 State Championships play is more of a dialog and aries. Not. This is just a fun predic- Tuesday, December 12 Milw. Destiny (varsity only), Kohl Center(Madison), TBA Lynn wrote a book back in has more action. Menominee Indian, Away, Home, 5:30 p.m. tion. 8B (T#klu) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks VVeeteransterans Wisconsin servicemen Veterans open 3 Sisters pow-wow and women killed in action in Iraq and Afghanistan

By The Associated Press Sixty-one Wisconsin residents have died as a result of service in Iraq. They are: Marine Sgt. Luke J. Zimmerman, 24, of Luxemburg, died on Oct. 27, 2006. Army Cpl. Kenneth Cross, 21, of Superior, died Aug. 27, 2006. Army Pfc. Shaun Novak, 21, of Two Rivers, died Aug. 27, 2006. Army Spc. Ryan Jopek, 20, of Merrill, died Aug. 1, 2006. Army Spc. 4 Steve Castner, Veterans from all over the 27, of Cedarburg, died July state, above, participated 24, 2006. in the Grand Entry at the Navy Petty Officer 2nd 3-Sisters Pow-wow on Sat Class Jaime S. Jaenke, 29, of Bay City, died June 5, 2006. October 28. Specialist RJ Army Pfc. Grant Allen Vandehei, left, recently Dampier, 25, of Merrill, died returned from duty over May 15, 2006. seas to join the celebration Army Pfc. Eric D. Clark, as a flag bearer. Sergeant 22, of Pleasant Prairie, died May 11, 2006. Deke Suri, right, also is a Army Sgt. Nathan J. recent returnee from duty Vacho, 29, of Janesville, died over seas. May 5, 2006. In addition, Lee Mclester, Marine Lance Cpl. Eric A. not pictured, who also Palmisano, 27, of Florence, died April 2, 2006. recently came home, was Marine Lance Cpl. Adam J. present as a flag bearer. VanAlstine, 21, of Superior, All three returnees were died Feb. 25, 2006. awarded Eagle feathers. Marine Sgt. Andy A. Stevens, 29, of Tomah, died Dec. 1, 2005 D. Warner, 22, of Waukesha, Army reservist from Army Pfc. Anthony Alex died Dec. 13, 2004. Ellsworth, died March 10, Gaunky, 19, of Sparta, died Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan 2004. Sgt. Klitzka deployed to Iraq Nov. 18, 2005. Cantafio, 22, of Beaver Dam, Pfc. Nichole M. Frye, 19, Army Reserve Sgt. forces and coalition forces Company, Junction City, Wis. Army Spc. Benjamin A. died Nov. 25, 2004. an Army reservist from Lena, Nicholes W. Klitzka has participating in efforts to free He is the son of Peter J. Smith, 21, of Hudson, died Marine Sgt. Benjamin died Feb. 16, 2004. deployed overseas to a for- and secure Iraq. Mission Klitzka of Shady Drive, Nov. 2, 2005. Maj. Christopher J. ward-operating location in objectives focus on force pro- Oneida, Wis., and Roxeanne Army Sgt. 1st Class Edinger, 24, of Green Bay, died Nov. 23, 2004. Splinter, 43, of Platteville, support of Operation Iraqi tection, peacekeeping, stabi- M. Brown of North Sixth St., Matthew R. Kading, 32, of died Dec. 24, 2003. Freedom. lization, security and counter- Wausau, Wis. Madison, died Nov. 1, 2005. Army Pfc. Isaiah Hunt 20, of Suamico, died Nov. 14, Army Pfc. Rachel Bosveld, Operation Iraqi Freedom is insurgency operations. The sergeant is a 2000 Army Spc. Michael 19, of Waupun, died Oct. 26, the official name given to mil- Klitzka is a water purification graduate of Wausau East Wendling, 20, of Mayville, 2004. Marine Cpl. Brian P. 2003. itary operations involving specialist normally assigned High School, Wausau. died Sept. 26, 2005. Army 2nd Lt. Jeremy L. members of the U.S. armed to the 998th Quartermaster Army Sgt. Andy Wallace, Prening, 24, of Sheboygan County, died Nov. 12, 2004. Wolfe, 27, of Menomonie, 25, of Oshkosh, died Sept. 26, died Nov. 15, 2003. 2005. Army Reserves Staff Sgt. Todd R. Cornell, 38, of West Army Spc. Eugene A. Uhl Army Sgt. 1st Class Trevor III, 21, of Amherst, died Nov. J. Diesing, 30, of Plum City, Bend, died Nov. 9, 2004. Marine Cpl. Bobby Warns, 15, 2003. died Aug. 25, 2005. Army Sgt. Warren S. Marine Staff Sgt. Chad J. 23, of Waukesha, died Nov. 8, 2004. Hansen, 36, of Clintonville, Simon, 32, of Monona, died died Nov. 15, 2003. Aug. 4, 2005. Marine Lance Cpl. Shane K. O'Donnell, 24, of Army Spc. Paul J. Sturino, Army Capt. Benjamin D. 21, of Rice Lake, died Sept. The Oneida VFW Post 7784 was authorized to organize and be Jansky, 28, of Oshkosh, died DeForest, died Nov. 8, 2004. Marine Lance Cpl. Daniel 22, 2003. constituted on November 12th 1946. The original charter mem- July 27, 2005. Army Reservist Dan Army Spc. John O. R. Wyatt, 22, of Racine, died bers were: Oct. 12, 2004. Gabrielson, 40, of Frederic, ★ ★ Tollefson, 22, of Fond du Lac, died July 9, 2003. Rupert Adams Emerson (Archie) Archiquette died July 27, 2005. Marine Pfc. Andrew ★ Halverson, 19, of Muscoda, Army Maj. Mathew Pierce Baird (He donated the land at our present location) Army Spc. Charles A. Schram, 36, of Brookfield, died Oct. 9, 2004. ★ Frank Bear ★ David Cannon ★ Roderick Cornelius Kaufman, 20, of Fairchild, died May 26, 2003. Marine Cpl. Adrian V. ★ ★ ★ died June 26, 2005. Marine Sgt. Kirk Rimton Doxtator Roy Huff Russell John Soltau, 21, of Milwaukee, Marine Lance Cpl. John J. Straseskie, 23, of Beaver ★ Edwin King ★ Raymond King ★ John Powless died Sept. 13, 2004. Mattek Jr., 24, of Stevens Dam, died May 19, 2003. ★ ★ ★ Army Staff Sgt. Stephen G. Leland Powless Artley Skenandore Abraham Webster Point, died June 13, 2005. ★ Army Spc. Eric Poelman, Martin, 39, of Rhinelander, Six Wisconsin residents and Woodrow (Woody) Webster. 21, of Racine, died June 5, died July 2, 2004. have died as a result of ser- 2005. Army Sgt. Charles Kiser, vice in Afghanistan. They are: We have 4 charter members with us and they are: Chief Warrant Officer 37, of Cleveland, died June Sgt. 1st Class Merideth Roy Huff, David Cannon, Edwin King and Woody. Joshua Scott, 28, of Sun 24, 2004. Howard, 52, of Waukesha, Prairie, died May 27, 2005. Army Spc. Michael died Sept. 8, 2006 Sgt. Mark Maida, 22, of McGlothin, 21, of Senior Airman Adam This year…We celebrate our 60th anniversary Madison, died May 26, 2005. Milwaukee, died April 17, Servais, 23, of Onalaska, died We would like to invite the community to the Oneida Sgt. Andrew Bossert, 24, of 2004. Aug. 19, 2006 Fountain City, died March 7, Army Spc. Michelle Army Staff Sgt. Patrick L. VFW Post 7784 Open House this Veterans Day on 2005. Witmer, 20, of New Berlin, Lybert, 28, of Ladysmith, Saturday • November 11, 2006 for some Booyah, Boiled Sgt. 1st Class Donald W. died April 9, 2004. died June 21, 2006. Eacho, 38, of Black Creek, Marine Cpl. Jesse Thiry, Marine Lance Cpl. Dinner, good conversation and maybe a game or two of died March 4, 2005. 23, of Casco, died April 6, Nicholas Anderson, 21, of Cribbage. Marine Lance Cpl. Travis 2004. Sauk City, died March 13, M. Wichlacz, 22, of West Marine Pfc. Ryan Jerabek, 2006. If you have old pictures of past VFW members/activities please bring Bend, died Feb. 5, 2005. 18, of Hobart, died April 6, Marine Lance Cpl. Ryan J. them along to share with our community. We will start serving around Staff Sgt. Todd Olson, 36, 2004. Nass, 21, of Franklin, died noon and continue till around 1600/1700 hrs. of Loyal, of the Wisconsin Army Pfc. Sean Schneider, Sept. 3, 2005. National Guard, died Dec. 26, 22, of Janesville, died March Army Spc. Robert Cook, 2004. 29, 2004. 24, of Sun Prairie, died Jan. Marine Pfc. Brent Vroman, Army Capt. John F. Kurth, 29, 2004. 21, of Omro, died Dec. 13, 31, of Columbus, died March 2004. 13, 2004. Marine Lance Cpl. Richard Spc. Bert E. Hoyer, 23, an Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Wisk) 5B Good News

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If you have a birth announce- on November 5th John Moses ment, please send it to the on November 30th! Kalihwisaks Newspaper, PO Box 365, Oneida WI 54155 or call Yvonne Kaquatosh at (920) 869-4280 for more information. There is NO CHARGE for birth announcements. Please include baby’s full (first, middle & last) name, parents (first & last), d.o.b., weight (lbs. & oz.), length, grandparents (maternal/pater- nal), siblings (names only). Also, if the baby was given an Love Mommy & Daddy Indian name, please include Huggs and Kisses, the correct spelling and mean- Pedro, Devonte and ing. Please include phone Dante number where you can be and Cindy, Jeff and Dawn and Chris reached during the day! ❤ Love ❤ Charlotte th Daddy, Mommy, Teighlor & Dakota Lou 16 Pedro Tekanlahtata=ses Love Mommy & Daddy ❤ Love you Forever! ❤ Skenandore Mom, Kirby, & Liana Charlotte Lou Also, Hugs & Kisses Tekanlahtata.ses was born Lloyd from your niece October 9, 2006 to Lee & Carmella… Racheal Skenandore at 7:52 Butch Louis E. am at St. Anthony Hospital Jianna Hill King Webster th in Crown Point, Indiana, 9 on November on November and was 9lbs, 8oz and 20" at birth. 4th 6th to my Godchild The proud grandparents Love Love Cree Tubby ❤ are Norbert and Diane Kim & Kids Kim & Kids Love you… Skenandore of Oneida, Uncle Kirby Wisconsin. December events calender Desmond Gavin Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary “Tell your friends about Jonathon London and "Look about the birds in your own Stokes to the North" by Jean backyard. At this program Desmond Gavin Stokes our friends!” Craighead George. After the you will have the chance to was born to Jayne Danforth Animal Stories for stories, the youngsters will make a simple bird feeder to & Terrence Stokes on on placing 1st in the Preschoolers: Wolves - A Shy Creature in the Wild participate in a fun craft pro- take home to your birds or Thursday, September 7th, Punt, Pass & Kick leave for the Sanctuary's Monday, December 4, 2006 at ject. Cost is $2 per Green Bay 2006. He weighed 10 lbs Competition in Seymour. birds. Cost is $4 per Green 10 a.m. and again Monday, resident or Friends member 8oz and measured 21 inches Jianna went on to place Bay resident or Friends mem- Happy Goldenly Sweet 1st again in the same December 18, 2006 at 1 p.m. and $3 per non-resident. Pre- at birth. registration is required by ber and $6 per non-resident. 16th Birthday! competition at UW Children and their families Please call (920) 391-3671 to Desmond’s proud grand- Platteville. can learn about wolves during calling (920) 391-3671. parents are Geraldine and Love Mom, Devonte, Animal Stories for pre-register. Dante, and Dexi, Love Mom, Dad, Animal Stories for For more information, call Joe Danforth, and he has Preschoolers. Sanctuary staff Preschoolers: Hipptiy Hop: Gramma, Papa and Jerrel & Nasiah, Christmas for the Birds (920) 391-3671. one sibling, Terrence. will read the short stories Dawn and Chris Grandpas & Grandmas Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at Visit the Bay Beach "The Eyes of Gray Wolf" by 6:30 p.m. Wildlife Sanctuary web-site During the holiday season, at: www.baybeachwildlife.com Kalihwisaks 2007 Schedule To our readers… it's important not to forget EADLINE UBLISH “Good News” submissions mailed in with- D P out payment will NOT be published. 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The Kalihwisaks Click on Departments fax # is: 920-869-4252. Material must be received no later (at the top) than 4:30 P.M. on the scheduled deadline dates. This is only Select Language a tentative schedule. If changes in the schedule are neces- Revitalization and then sary, the revised schedule will appear in the Kalihwisaks. language lessons. Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Áhs<) 3B EducaEducationtion Christnot receives Cayman enjoys Racine Scouts Bugle and Drum Corps Submitted by Jennifer that I felt completely reas- Head Start Fellowship Hargrove sured that my son was part of something really great. Submitted by John Established in 1995, the This past spring, my son Cayman Berg-Hargrove was Cayman had the opportuni- Pavek National Head Start invited to try out for the ty to meet new friends from Director of Oneida Head Start Fellowships Program offers other areas, he has learned to the opportunity to gain first- Racine Scouts Bugle and Joan Christnot has been be more responsible for him- hand experience and a Drum Corps by his band selected to be a fellow with self, and amazingly in only a national perspective on the teacher at the Turtle School, the National Head Start couple of months he learned Office of Head Start and Andrea Birbilis. Cayman Office in Washington, DC. to play another instrument. other Federal programs went down to Racine with She is assigned to work with The Corps members work serving children and fami- Andrea and a few other stu- the American Indian/Alaska very hard, practicing for their lies. dents from the Turtle School Native Division of Head shows. They not only have to Ten fellowships were on the weekends to try out Start. learn their music but also awarded on the basis of and see if this was something Christnot has worked for their marching routines. This demonstrated commitment he would be interested in for the Oneida Tribe for over 10 program was more than just to the field of early child- the summer. It turned out that years, and with the Oneida something to do for the sum- hood development and edu- he loved it. So for the majori- Head Start for six years. She mer it gave my son something cation and professional con- ty of the summer he was beat out two other finalists else to be proud of and look tributions for the term down in Racine practicing for the assignment which forward to. October 2006 - September and touring the Midwest with included Lisa Aho also of In addition to commending 2007. the Drum Corps. the Oneida Head Start Cayman on all his accom- Program. My husband and I were invited to come down and plishments this summer, stay with the Corps whenever including a solo at the World we wanted to, and we were Championships in Madison, Youth earn 500 badges informed of every show, WI, I would also like to thank Submitted by Mandy with me do not forget to bring which gave us the opportunity Andrea for all of her hard work. She kept in contact Schneider in your report cards so that I to see our son perform. Going with me all summer and Civic Center Learning Center can keep track of your down and staying the night always reassured me that Hurray! The youth at the progress, give out awards for with them at their summer Cayman was doing great. I Civic Center have reached those of you who used the facility gave us a chance to Photo courtesy of Jennifer Hargrove was naturally worried a lot their goal of 500 character learning center the most this see where Cayman was Cayman Berg-Hargrove plays the baritone horn because he had never been development badges this grading period, and give out spending the majority of his with the Racine Scouts Bugle and Drum Corps. gone from home for so long month. Way to go everyone! gift certificates for those of time and meet all of the staff and so far. All of the other new members, if anyone is year, we will be working to The member of the month you who receive a grade of C and other Corps members. staff members I met were also interested or has any ques- raise money for the member- earning 26 badges is Alana or higher on your report Everyone was extremely wel- really great and I appreciated tions I am willing to share my ship fee, which includes the Dallas, and the overall char- cards. coming and very enthusiastic all they did. Drum Corps is personal experience as a par- Drum Corps. trip to the Rose acter guru is Jairica Also, teens, do not forget about what they were doing. I providing a wonderful oppor- ent. You can contact me at Bowl in Pasadena, CA, to Christjohn who earned 42 of that the learning center is was really impressed. It was tunity for these kids. [email protected]. compete in the 2007 the 500 character badges. here to help you with every- not until I saw first hand what I know that the Drum Also, watch for our fundrais- Championships. Awesome Job Girls, Keep Up thing from homework, filling the Racine Scouts Bugle and Corps is currently looking for ers throughout the school the Good Work. out college applications, to Drum Corps was all about As always, homework help searching for an apartment. is going strong in the learning So, come on down and visit center. The end of a grading the learning center at the civic Oneida period is here. So, those of center there is something here CMN receives Youth you that do your homework for everyone. culture 22nd annual ONES Science Fair Empowerment Grant The 22nd annual Oneida Previous experience is not By Lisa W. Lyons Taking part in cultural activi- •Increase school atten- classes The Oneida Cultural Nation Elementary School required. College of Menominee Nation ties and learning traditional dance Heritage department invites Science Fair for grades 5-12 Judging will run from The College of Menominee values is also big part of the The program involves will be held on Thursday, 7:45am to 12 pm on Nation received a grant from community members to the program. Another part of the many partners. The "Oneida Culture Series" December 14, 2006. Public Thursday, December 14th. the Department of Health and viewing will be from 4:00- A Continental Breakfast and program involves a three Education Outreach classes to be held at the Human Services in the 6:00 p.m. in the Small Gym. Lunch will be provided. If week long day camp during Department a CMN will be Senior Center on Overland The awards assembly will you are interested in being a amount of $250,000 annually the summers. The YEP pro- collaborating with the Road in the Pod A be at 2:15 p.m. on Friday, judge, please contact Tracy for the next three years. This gram will be recruiting 25 Woodland Boys and Girls Conference Room (behind December 15, 2006 in the Christensen at project involves developing middle school youth from the Club, Menominee Tribal building by flag pole Big Gym. [email protected] an after school program for Menominee Tribal School School, Menominee Indian entrance). These classes will meet every Tuesday starting We are seeking individu- or (920)869-1676 ex.174 by middle school kids. The and the Menominee Indian School District, on November 14th from 6:30- als who want to be a judge Friday, December 1st. activities involved would Middle School. The program Maehnowesekiyah, and the for our Oneida Nation Thank you in advance for 8pm and will run until late include tutoring in math, sci- is planned to begin in January School System Science Fair. your commitment to the stu- Menominee Recreation spring. The series will begin ence and English; as well as Judges are responsible for dents of the Oneida Nation of 2007. Department. with a series of discussions on scoring student projects. School System. career and personal develop- There will be many bene- If you have any other ques- the Iroquoian Creation ment. There will also be a fits to both youth and the tions or comments please feel Stories. For more informa- number of field trips designed community. Just to note, free to contact Youth Based tion contact Randy Cornelius College of the Menominee to expose youth to health care some of these include: Training Specialist, Lisa W. at 496-5388 or e-mail him at careers and the higher educa- •Knowledge of gang issues Lyons at 799-5600, ext. 3009. [email protected] Nation expands library tion needed for those careers. •Decrease juvenile crime Submitted by Dr. Verna 12,000 square feet, allowing Fellowship Fowler and Dr. Donna for essential growth of College Horizons offered for Native Powless CMN’s book and media col- Opportunity College of the Menominee Nation lections that will support con- American high school students College of Menominee tinued development of White House Nation (CMN) has been CMN’s academic program- A Pre-College Workshop Ninety students will be tion to campus from the Fellowship Program For Native American Students allowed to participate at each Boston or San Francisco or awarded a $1.5 million grant ming. To assist in the collec- Eligibility: tion of library holdings, an College-bound Native site. Please view at the San Jose airports. Students from the U.S. Department of Applicant must be a U.S. citi- additional FY2005 American high school stu- College Horizons Web site to are responsible for their own Education, Title III Part A to zen early in his/her career construct phase one of a three Department of Education dents are invited to participate see which schools will be at airfare, but funding is avail- seeking the opportunity for phase library project. “A grant award permits CMN to in a five-day college prepara- the East Coast or West Coast able for travel and tuition growing student enrollment purchase over $50,000 in tion course this summer dur- seminar. Native American assistance. Each year College direct participation in the and expanding academic pro- library materials annually ing seminars to be held at (enrolled members only), Horizons awards travel assis- work of the federal govern- gramming at the College has until 2010. “Both projects Harvard and Stanford univer- Alaska Native or Native tance to more than 50 percent ment. Fellows are drawn from placed an increasing demand will contribute significantly sities. Hawaiian sophomores and of its students. Students may all sectors (federal employees on our current library and its to the continued success of Students who participate in juniors with a minimum GPA indicate a site preference. are ineligible, except for collections,” said Dr. Verna our students,” said Dr. College Horizons will work of 3.0 (in academic courses) To download an applica- career military personnel of Fowler, President of College Fowler. with college counselors and are eligible. tion, go to www.collegehori- the armed services) and are of Menominee Nation. “This Phase one of the library admission officers to help The College Horizons zons.org. For questions con- assigned as assistants to the them with: crash course is scheduled for tact, Dr. Whitney Laughlin, grant will allow for critical project will also allow CMN Vice President, a Cabinet to move closer to its long •Selecting suitable colleges the following dates: College Horizons executive expansion of the facility.” member, or the President's term goal of establishing a •Completing winning •JUNE 16-20, 2007 - director, or Christine Suina, A college library is a vital staff. The President's resource that students and community archive. The applications and write Harvard University, coordinator, at : Commission also provides an faculty rely on for indepen- College has been actively memorable essays Cambridge, MA [email protected] dent research, curriculum researching, exploring and •Learning what turns an •JUNE 23-27, 2007 - or (505) 401-3854. Or write educational program for the development and studies. inventorying Menominee his- applicant into an admitted Stanford University, Palo to College Horizons, P.O. fellows. The current one room library torical materials in collabora- student Alto, CA Box 1262, Pena Blanca, NM Selection Criteria: does not have the infrastruc- tion with the Newberry •Becoming a test-prep First round, priority receipt 87041. Criteria include achievement, ture to grow simultaneously Library of Chicago to "whiz kid" deadline is February 1; sec- Collaborating partners of intellectual ability, evidence with student enrollment and enhance its humanities edu- •Finding the way through ond round receipt deadline is College Horizons include of leadership, and community academic programming. Due cation and to achieve its the financial aid and March 1. Applications will AIGC (American Indian involvement. Amount unlist- to space constraint, CMN has strategic goal to serve as a scholarship jungle be accepted on a space-avail- Graduate Center), Winds of ed. Students will also learn able basis until May 1. After Change magazine, Harvard been limited in their ability to repository for the knowledge Deadline: November 15. of Menominee Culture. about various colleges and March 1, please contact University, Stanford provide book and media col- Contact: CMN also recently universities, and establish College Horizons to see University, Princeton Review lections, computer worksta- President's Commission on tions and study areas. received a $300,000 grant personal relationships with which site may still have Foundation, the College White House Fellowships, The new facility will award from the United States admission representatives and spaces. Board and 41 of the nation's increase the library’s usable Department of Agriculture college counselors that will Cost is $150, which finest colleges and universi- 712 Jackson Place, NW, space to approximately Rural Development to expand continue after the program is includes tuition, room, meals, ties. Washington, DC 20503, its Building Trades Center. over. all materials and transporta- (202) 395-4522 4B (Kay#) November 9, 2006 Kalihwisaks Health NHC staff work hard to provide healthy meal Free on-line By Steven J. Gandy foods so it’s between 500-600 “I have to try to please all program for Kalihwisaks people a day that I’m respon- these people, along with par- Hundreds of hungry fami- sible for,” McCaigue said. ents, parents especially and lies were fed again at this It is the responsibility of the good thing has been that Native year’s Family Feast. It was McCaigue to master the bal- everybody has started to jump held on October 26 at the ancing act of pleasing not on the bandwagon for nutri- Americans Norbert Hill Center Cafeteria. only the consumers of the tion. And they want the kids The feast is a celebration of food, but also satisfying par- to eat healthier which is great, living with the fall harvest. ents, the state and a nutrition- I agree with that,” McCaigue Dianne McCaigue, Food ist. explains. “We are trying to diabetes Service Manager, said she “Food service walks a thin conform to everybody’s needs If you have been diagnosed expected to serve 400-600 line because you have to keep but the problem is that we with type 2 diabetes, you are people during the event, “We the tribal nutritionist, who have to make sure it’s within invited to take part in this free have a steady stream of peo- makes up the menu, the the DPI guidelines or we online workshop and study ple that come in and it’s just Department of Public could be closed down.” sponsored by the Stanford celebrating the fall harvest.” Instruction (DPI), the state The staff at NHC Cafeteria University School of The staff at the NHC that has control over us, par- is a very dedicated group of Medicine. Recruitment and Cafeteria work all week in ents who want healthier individuals. enrollment is now open, go to preparation for the event. On things, healthier food service, “The girls that work here http://indiandiabetes.stan- the day of the feast, it’s com- and students happy,” take pride in what they do, ford.edu [1] due to the high mon for the cooks to put in McCaigue said. especially my two cooks, rates of diabetes among more than 15 hours. McCaigue is licensed by Tudy Wheelock and Jackie Native Americans, a special Tudy Wheelock, head cook the State of Wisconsin. Her Danforth,” McCaigue contin- workshop will be offered for at NHC said, “It’s a lot of former position in California ues. “I’m proud of my crew native Americans, which will work. About 15 hours the day as a Food Service Manager and I feel they never get be led by native American of, and then the hours in the for a junior high has prepared enough recognition.” moderators representing dif- beginning of the week. It’s a her for the regulations that Kali Photos/Steven J. Gandy ferent tribal groups from long week.” must be met in order to keep Top: Fernando Coronado, above searches through the desserts for the one he across the united states. This Attending this year’s event things running smoothly. likes best. Below: Liz Guzman, below, checks the temperature of squash in the online workshop teaches you was an eclectic mix of age “I came in with the experi- NHC cafeteria’s large oven. Workers in the cafeteria had worked hard all week the skills needed in the day- groups, from the very young ence. I knew the fair share of in preparation for the Family Feast. The crew was prepared to serve 400 to 600 to-day management of dia- to the very wise all partook in the rulings of DPI and how people that night. betes as well as maintaining the feast. we could be closed down if or increasing life's activities. Among those in attendance we don’t follow their proce- Qualified participants will be were Katrina Williams and dures. So I have to answer to randomly assigned to either her son Nathan. “It was very the State, the school, the participate in the workshop delicious. We’ve come every School Board,” McCaigue immediately or placed on the year for the last . . . he’s in the said. “We are inspected, every waiting list to participate third grade, so this is the third 5-6 years, by DPI. We have to within 6 months. Participants year.” Williams said. pass.” will complete 4 online ques- In addition to the annual In addition to state inspec- tionnaires about their health Family Feast, the staff at tions and guidelines, the staff over 18 months to determine NHC Cafeteria is hard at th NHC Cafeteria also has to the effectiveness of the pro- work year round preparing pass tribal inspections. gram. food for other various pro- “The Tribal Sanitarium This six-week program is grams throughout Oneida. comes in at least twice a year done entirely on the Internet - you choose the days and During the school year they and they inspect our refrigera- times that are most conve- provide breakfast and lunch tors, our food, if everything is nient for you. You don’t have for the high school and the labeled, clean. And they give to be a computer whiz to join; Turtle school along with pro- us sheets that they fill out and all levels of computer users viding meals and snacks for that’s recorded and graded . . . are welcome. You will need the daycare and Head Start We are inspected at least four access to the Internet and programs. times per year,” McCaigue have an active email account “We have to supply all said. to join. Participation involves logging on 2-3 times a week Food Safety Tips from the FDA regarding fresh produce for six weeks, for a total of 1- Submitted by Oneida poultry and seafood prod- Preparation Tips for preparing and/or eating. 2 hours a week. If you have Community Health ucts when packing them to Fresh Produce Produce that looks rotten questions, please email dia- Service Department take home from the market. - Many pre-cut, bagged pro- should be discarded. [email protected] [2] In light of recent outbreaks, duce items like lettuce are - All unpackaged fruits and or call Valarie, Kate, Diana, or FDA continues to emphasize Storage Tips for Fresh pre-washed. If so, it will be vegetables, as well as those Katy toll free at 1-800-366- consumer advice to reduce Produce stated on the packaging. packaged and not marked 2624Pre-registration is the risk of foodborne illness, - Certain perishable fresh This pre-washed, bagged pre-washed, should be thor- required and enrollment is including Salmonella-related fruits and vegetables (like produce can be used with- oughly washed before eat- limited. To register, visit us at: illness, from fresh produce: strawberries, lettuce, herbs, out further washing. ing. This includes produce http://indiandiabetes.stan- and mushrooms) can be - As an extra measure of cau- grown conventionally or ford.edu [3] or email us atdia- Buying Tips for Fresh best maintained by storing tion, you can wash the pro- organically at home, or pro- [email protected], for Produce in a clean refrigerator at a duce again just before you duce that is purchased from more information. - Purchase produce that is not temperature of 40o F or use it. Pre-cut or pre-washed a grocery store or farmer’s bruised or damaged. below. produce in open bags should market. Wash fruits and veg- - When selecting fresh cut - All produce that is pur- be washed before using. etables under running water A Day Without Vitamin D produce – such as a half a chased pre-cut or peeled - Begin with clean hands. just before eating, cutting or watermelon or bagged should be refrigerated with- Wash your hands for 20 sec- cooking. mixed salad greens – choose in two hours to maintain onds with warm water and - Even if you plan to peel the is Like a Day Without only those items that are both quality and safety. soap before and after produce before eating, it is refrigerated or surrounded - Keep your refrigerator set at preparing fresh produce. still important to wash it Sunshine 40o F or below. Use a refrig- first. by ice. - Cut away any damaged or Submitted by Carolyn fortified cereals, oysters, and erator thermometer to bruised areas on fresh fruits - Washing fruits and vegeta- - Bag fresh fruits and vegeta- Lenich oily fish such as salmon or check. and vegetables before bles with soap or detergent bles separately from meat, Dietetic Intern tuna. If you or your doctor or using commercial pro- are still worried you’re not duce washes is not recom- With the long Midwest Community Flu Shot Clinic Schedule getting enough of the mended. winters fast approaching, we “Sunshine Vitamin”, there’s We will NOT be holding - Scrub firm produce, such as need to be concerned about always the option of calcium flu clinics during our Tuesday DATE TIME melons and cucumbers, with more than just the freezing supplements. To achieve walk-in immunization clinics. clean produce brush. temperatures and treacherous Wed. – Nov. 15, 2006 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. optimal bone health, make Please refer to the dates and - Drying produce with a clean snow falls. The shorter days Wed.– Nov. 29, 2006 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. sure the supplement you cloth towel or paper towel and lack of sunshine can also times listed. choose includes “vitamin D- Community Flu clinic is located at: may further reduce bacteria be bad for your bones; and Feel free to call the Oneida 3". You’re also going to want Community Health Center that may be present. not just because of all the falls Community Health Nursing ONEIDA taken while ice-skating. to aim for a 500 mg supple- Department at 869-4840 with 525 Airport Drive When there’s no sunshine, ment for each dose, since further questions. Oneida, Wisconsin Separate for Safety your body won’t be able to - Wash cutting boards, dish- your skin can’t produce the process a higher dosage at es, utensils and counter tops “Sunshine Vitamin”, also one time. with hot water and soap known as vitamin D. Since Once you start incorporat- Attention All Oneida Community Members between the preparation of vitamin D works hand in hand ing these foods or supple- Starting in November, random community members will be receiving a raw meat, poultry and with calcium, the bone ments into your day, you can questionnaire from St. Norbert’s Survey Center in conjunction with Oneida seafood products and the builder, a lack of vitamin D feel good knowing you’re Community Health. We ask that you take the time to complete the question- preparation of produce that can produce health risks such doing something healthy for naire regarding health care services and your health in a honest manner. The will not be cooked. as osteoporosis and rickets. your bones. At the end of the information that we obtain will be vital in future planning of programs and - For added protection, Therefore, living in the north- day, who wouldn’t want to customer care at the Oneida Community Health Center. In appreciation of kitchen sanitizers can be ern hemisphere requires con- feel like they’re “walking on completing the Survey you will have the opportunity to enter a raffle for $20 - used on cutting boards and suming vitamin D from other sunshine?” $100 Wal-Mart Gift Cards. Instructions will be included in the survey, if you counter tops periodically. sources, such as food or sup- Daily Recommendations have any questions about completing the survey or need assistance completing Try a solution of one tea- plements. for Calcium Supplements: the survey feel free to call 869-4840 spoon of chlorine bleach to Thanks to milk commer- Children: We thank you in advance for taking the time to complete the survey, your one quart of water. cials and milk cartons, most 1-3 years: 500 mg/day input will be very important to improving health care in the Oneida communi- - If you use plastic or other people now know that milk is 4-8 years: 800 mg/day ty. non-porous cutting boards, a good source of vitamin D. 9-18 years: 1,300 mg/day Thank You run them through the dish- But if milk isn’t an option, Adults: Community Needs Assessment Planning Committee washer after use. one can also get vitamin D St. Norbert’s Survey Center from fortified orange juice, 19-50 years: 1,000 mg/day Kalihwisaks November 9, 2006 (Tsya=t@k) 7B Environmental/Sports Adapting to change… Native Invasion at Lambeau tionally migrated majority of their offspring now stay the win- will migrate along with their ter. Large segments parents. It takes approximate- of the mourning ly one month for most song- dove, junco, birds to complete a nesting American cycle (2 days to build the nest, goldfinch, and even 2-5 days to lay eggs, 11-13 American robin days for incubation and 11-13 population attempts days to attain flight). Most to winter here on songbirds do not care fore the breeding their young for more than a grounds. Cardinals day or so after the young can were rare on our fly. House wren males take farm adjoining the the fledglings while the Menominee Indian female lays the next clutch. Reservation in the What factors allow large 1950's but are com- portions of bird populations mon there now. to overwinter on the northern Birds adapt and breeding grounds instead of fly. They can migrating to more traditional quickly increase wintering areas? Is it envi- their numbers by ronmental conditions (weath- migration but they er/global warming)? Might it also have a high be land use practices (yards productivity rate and farm fields)? Many peo- that might include ple feed birds, urban areas Photos courtesy of Kirby Metoxen, Special Events Coordinator-Oneida Tourism Department several nests in a provide places that are The half time performance on Sunday, October 29th showcased a variety breeding season. warmer and better protected of male traditional dancers who gathered in a circle around Thirza Defoe, Mourning doves, than do rural areas and people renowned hoop dancer, who performed the Eagle Dance. The history of the for example, only are planting trees and shrubs Eagle dance was narrated by Stan Webster. Above, forefront (r to l), Thirza Bill Koonz produce two eggs that provide food and cover Defoe, Rich Figueroa, Albany Potts and Apesanahkwat wait on the side- Specialist – Environmental per nest but they nest through- for wintering birds. lines prior to the halftime performance. Below, traditional dancers kneel Protection out the period between April North American species during the eagle dance which was performed by Defoe. The Green Bay Unlike many urban animals and the end of September. (not starlings, pigeons, house that arrived from Europe Packers secured their first win of the season at home against the Arizona The portion of the mourning sparrows, Norway rats or Cardinals 31-14. The Packers are currently 3-5 for the season and will be adapted to humans, native dove population that remains house mice from Europe), are North American animals have here in the fall has a huge adapting to human impacts on in Minnesota on Sunday, November 12 going against the Minnesota only recently had to adapt to advantage over the portion their environment. Canada Vikings. local environmental changes. that migrates. Those that stay geese now nest in various These changes relate to cli- use the habitat that they will locations far south of their mate but are more influenced occupy and breed in the fol- traditional nesting grounds, by human land use. lowing year. They will be opossums recently extended For example, deer familiar with the area and their range northward several increased dramatically in defend the best territories hundred miles, bald eagles northern Wisconsin after the when the portion of the popu- nest close to human habita- forests were harvested pro- lation that migrated returns. tion and white-tailed deer viding new growth for food Those that stay avoid the haz- have moved into urban areas. and cover. Wolf control also ards on route to and from the Thousands of gray squirrels, played a role in that increase. south. They will not need to skunks, raccoons, cottontail Deer were essentially non- adapt to unfamiliar surround- rabbits, kestrels (sparrow existent in southern ings, defend a territory on the hawks) and woodchucks live Wisconsin until the late wintering grounds or deal in Green Bay. Wild animals 1950's (when they began to with predators there. If, how- will continue to adapt. Urban use farm fields), opossums ever, those birds that do not environments are often pre- and wild turkeys were not migrate die, the migrant ferred because food is abun- present in central and north- group returns to unoccupied dant, hiding places abound ern Wisconsin until the late prime breeding habitat and and predators are largely 1960's and large numbers of will quickly increase by pro- lacking. Wildlife is all around many bird species that tradi- ducing multiple broods. A us, watch for and enjoy it! November is American Differences between Environmental Health & Indian and Alaska Native Safety and Emergency Management Submitted by the Office main difference in these two down on the reservation. The position is responsible to the Heritage Month of Emergency positions is that the Safety Department ensures Health and Industrial Services Management Emergency Management employees are safe while Director under the working for the tribe. The fol- Environmental Health & The offices of the office plans for the lowing is a brief description Safety unplanned. They have emer- Environmental Health and of both offices. Department/Environmental Safety and Emergency gency plans for when a torna- Environmental Division. Management may sound as if do tears through Oneida or Office of Emergency they are the same title. The when a wild fire is bearing Health & Safety The Tribal Management Safety Department ~ Marty Antone ~ works with This position will be devel- employees and oping and implementing a departments ensur- comprehensive emergency ing that regulations management program are being followed. designed to prepare for, In addition, King respond to, and recover from is responsible for the effects of a natural or a conducting safety technological hazard, which training, inspect- may impact the Oneida coming Tribal build- munity. The Emergency ings and ensuring Management Director will all contractors and ensure that the Oneida Nation vendors are fol- Emergency Plan is in the state lowing Tribal safe- of readiness by establishing ty laws while an effective planning process reducing or elimi- with a prioritized schedule in nating exposure to order to minimize the effect hazards in the of any type of disaster that workplace. By may impact the community of regulation, all the Oneida Nation. buildings and Additional efforts of the workplaces must Director will be to create a have an emergency network of volunteers from evacuation plan to the community as well as the either evacuate or surrounding areas to help provide in-house educate the community on the shelter in the event importance of emergency of a natural or preparation through aware- man-made disas- ness. ter. This office is under the TheChief of Staff/Non-Divisional Occupational w/oversight from the Oneida Photo courtesy of Paula King-Dessart Safety Department Nation Emergency Planning Above, Marty Antone, Emergency Management Director, and operates from 8:00 Committee (ONEPC). For Trish King, of the Business Committee, provide educational a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - more information on materials on the importance of emergency preparation. The M-F and addresses Emergency Management give pair attended an Emergency Planning event in Neenah on Occupational Antone a call at (920) 869- Saturday, November 4th. Safety only. This 4404.