Tebughna Henek “ Beach People News ” a Newsletter for the Shareholders of Tyonek Native Corporation January 2008

Tebughna Henek “ Beach People News ” A Newsletter for the Shareholders of Tyonek Native Corporation January 2008

Corporate Update

The Creation of Nakacheba

On November 30, 2007, TNC Board President Michaelene Stephan signed the ANCSA 14(c)(3) documents creating the future city of Nakacheba. After many years of anticipation, preparation and an aggressive 11 months of work, TNC completed its obligation under ANCSA 14(c)(3) of making land available for the existing community of Tyonek and for future community development. The community of Tyonek voted upon a resolution which approved the transaction., the property location and road design. Above: President Michaelene Stephan signs the document creating the future The Alaska Division is Incorporated city of Nakacheba, along with Mike Black of the State Department of “The Alaska Division” has, for years, referred to TNC’s Alaska businesses, departments, Commerce. and activities. At a recent TNC board meeting, it was decided to formally create a new holding company called “Alaska Division, Inc.”, and transfer the ownership of some of Below: Tom Harris, TNC CEO; TNC’s Alaska based investments and companies to it. This will include Tyonek Con- Robert Stephan Sr., TNC Board mem- struction, Inc., Tebughna Preserve LTD dba Tyonek Hospitality Services (the Lodge), ber; Michaelene Stephan, TNC Presi- and North Foreland Barge Facility, LLC. This new corporate structure is similar to that dent; Mike Black; Commissioner Emil used by The Tyonek Group, and will facilitate accounting and administrative responsi- Notti; and Billy Stephan witnessed the bilities. The initial board of directors of Alaska Division, Inc. are Jaison Standifer, Emil historic signing. McCord, Jr., and Robert Stephan, Sr.

Dividend Declared

The TNC Board declared and issued a dividend of $6.50 per share at its December 2007 meeting. The Board decided to issue the dividend in one large lump sum this year rather than split it up into two dividend payments as it has in years past. As a result there will be no spring dividend, since 100% of the dividend funds were distrib- uted before Christmas. The dividend reflects the growth of Tyonek Native Corpora- tion and its subsidiaries.

Comprehensive New Dividend Policy Developed

The TNC Board adopted a dividend policy to provide for a more stable, predictable In this issue: annual dividend that grows each year at a level not less than the rate of annual inflation, • CEO’s Corner and not less than the average of dividends for the prior five years. Dividends • Chairman & President Report will be paid from the earnings of a Shareholder Permanent Fund, to be funded by deposits • The Tyonek Group Report from revenues a number of sources including profits, non-operating revenues, and unre- • Staff Changes stricted windfall revenues. To the extent that the earnings of the permanent fund do not • Homesite Program & Proposal meet or exceed the minimum funding amount, the board shall deposit not less than 30% of • YAAM’s Recruitment all unrestricted wind fall revenues, earned in that year, and up to 19% of Net Income Be- • Shareholder News fore Tax into the permanent fund necessary to meet that annual dividend goal.

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Who’s Who at Tyonek CEO’s Corner

Board of Directors & Date Last Elected by Tom Harris Connie J. Burnell (5-24-05) Ted S. Kroto, Sr. (5-19-07) AFN Passes Two Emil McCord, Jr. (5-19-07) Susanna L. Moon (5-24-05) Tyonek Resolutions Donita L. Peter (5-20-06) Jaison Standifer (5-24-05) Donald Standifer, Sr. (5-20-06) Ladd Landing Historic Site Michaelene Stephan (5-20-06) Robert Stephan, Sr. (5-19-07) At the AFN Convention in Fairbanks, the Native Village of Tyonek Council and the Board of Directors of Tyonek Officers Native Corporation jointly sponsored an AFN resolution Susanna L. Moon Chair that called for the National Historic Protection Act pro- Emil McCord, Jr. Vice Chair tection of the cultural and historical sites recently discov- Michaelene Stephan President ered at Ladd Landing. The sites were discovered by a Connie J. Burnell Vice President firm working for the Chuit Coal Company in compliance Robert Stephan, Jr. Secretary with federal permitting regulations for the export of coal Donita L. Peter Treasurer from Ladd Landing. The site contains over 300 house Ted S. Kroto, Sr. Asst. Sec / Treas and cache pits, making it one of the largest pre-contact sites ever discovered in Southcentral Alaska. Based on Board Mentors this discovery, its location and the recently published Seraphim Stephan, Sr. "West Cook Inlet Ethnographic Overview and Assess- John Evans ment", this site appears to be one of the most important John Shively cross cultural and commerce sites of Alaska's pre-contact

Young Adult Advisory Members civilizations, which would have included the Coastal Elizabeth Standifer Dene`Athabaskans, Interior Athabaskans of the Kuskok- Steven Holly wim and Yukon Rivers, and the Aleut, Tlingits and Billy Stephan Yupik nations of Alaska.

Staff at Anchorage Office Ladd Landing is owned by the Kenai Borough which has Tom Harris Chief Executive Officer an option to lease the site to the coal company. The Coal John McClellan Director of Development company has proposed to cover the site with liners and Geri Simon Gen’l Counsel & Chief Admin Ofcr. millions of tons of coal effectively preventing access to Cathy Antush Senior Corporate Accountant the site and forever altering this important historic and Ron Davis Senior Financial Analyst cultural resource. Karen Leslie A/P Technician Scott Pfeifer VP, Government Services As the land owner Kenai Borough claims ownership of Kevin Dixon Program Mgr, Govt. Services the site and all related artifacts. AFN's convention dele- James Anderson Operations Mgr., Govt. Services gates passed a resolution overwhelmingly supporting the Karin Griffith IT Director protection of the site with no dissenting votes. Becky Peratrovich Senior Administrative Asst. Rose Chuitt SH Records Clerk/Admin Asst. Alaska Wildlife Resource Annual Census Teresa Standifer Receptionist Steven Holley Intern Tyonek Native Corporation Board of Directors received Billy Stephan Intern unanimous AFN Convention support for an Annual Cen- sus of Alaska's Wildlife Resource, including Moose to Contact Information—Anchorage be conducted by the State utilizing modern infra-red Telephone (907) 272-0707 technologies. Most people have seen this technology Fax (907) 274-7125 used in tracking criminals at night from helicopters. The Toll-Free 1-(877) TNC-MOOS (862-6667) same technology can track ptarmigan as far as a half a mile away. Contact Information—Tyonek Telephone (907) 583-2520 Alaska's wildlife resources are our primary economic Fax (907) 583-2530 foundation, far exceeding the value of Alaska's Perma- Toll-Free 1-(866)-583-2520 nent Fund, which the State reports on annually and therefore is deserving of at least the same reporting obliga- Website www.tyonek.com (Continued on page 5, see CEO’s Corner)

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Management Letter from the Chairman and the President This management letter to Shareholders comes to you jointly from Chairman Susanna L. Moon and President Michaelene Stephan, and addresses Tyonek’s critical response to future growth.

Susanna L. Moon Michaelene Stephan Chairman President

Dear TNC Shareholders: The Board of Directors has a responsibility to actively participate in regularly scheduled board meetings, retreats and Happy New Year! It has been a few months since our last committee meetings, to be well-informed of developments newsletter. TNC has gone through many changes not only that are relevant to issues in maintaining a financially se- in our operations but also in the cure corporation in order management of the corporate of- to operate in the best in- fice. terests of the shareholders. The TNC Board, in response to growing corporate demands, re- The Youth Adult Advi- cently voted to increase the Presi- sory members submitted dent’s duties from on call to a full an application to the First time position. President Alaskans Institute to do a Michaelene Stephan’s new duties presentation during AFN, help provide much needed Share- of their program as holder, Board and management “Emerging Leaders”. It communications support. was aired live on FAI’s Tyonek youth participating in CIRI regional caucus at the website. The YAAMs Concerns associated with Board 2007 AFN Convention. received congratulations travel expenses were addressed in worldwide on a job well a letter mailed to shareholders. The letter also mentioned done and have been invited to speak and give their presen- the September 2007 retreat the Board along with 3 NVT tations to other companies state and nationwide. council members attended to do strategic planning for future opportunities and goals for Tyonek. This continued This presented an opportunity to invite the two students; interaction with NVT is critical to also protect our culture Timothy Standifer & Randy Standifer, Jr., representing the and community. Tebughna School to sit on the stage with the YAAMs. They participated in the CIRI caucus where all the Tyonek youth present (Steven Holley, Timothy Stan- difer, Randy Standifer, Jr. and Brian Masuda) were nominated to represent the CIRI region at the Elders & Youth Statewide Council meetings. Steven Holley was elected. They were able to get the hands on experience of being in front of a large audience while on stage, going through a nomination process, speeches and voting. Congratulations Guys you have taken a “giant step” in future leadership skills.

I would like to insure that all shareholders are notified in a timely manner when job opportunities or training notices are received by TNC. You will also receive notices when current Attending a work-filled retreat to address the growth and future of the corporation, were representa- newsletters are posted to the TNC website. tives of TNC and the Native Village of Tyonek (top row, from left, standing) Joe Standifer, Margie Standifer, Amanda Constantine, Maryanne Standifer, Billy Stephan, Harriet Kaufman, Seraphim Please send your email address to Rosalie Stephan, Sr., Elizabeth Standifer, Geri Simon, Don Standifer, Sr., Eileen Standifer, Donita L. Peter, Chuitt, Shareholder Records: Susanna L. Moon, Emil McCord, Jr., Robert Stephan, Sr.; (bottom row, from left, kneeling) Michaelene Stephan, Lenn A. Doran. Tom Harris, Bart K. Garber, Becky Peratrovich, Steven Holley, Ted S. Kroto, Sr., and Connie J. Burnell. The retreat included a succession of full-day work sessions, (Continued on page 5, see Management Letter) as well as visits to other businesses and Native corporations to learn from their experiences.

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Update from The Tyonek Group By Bart K. Garber, President, The Tyonek Group

SBA Tribal Consultations We at Tyonek will continue to promote the program, get the facts out, and make the most of this opportunity to The Small Business Administration (SBA) is conducting grow our company. Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) and Tribal 8(a) consultations on recommendations for regulatory changes Board/Officer Visits suggested by the General Accounting Office (GAO) in its recent report to Congress. The first consultation was in TNC and the Tyonek Group have started sending small Fairbanks during the week of the AFN Convention. groups of TNC board directors and YAAMs on quarterly About a dozen ANC 8(a)’s, including Tyonek, partici- site visits to our operations in Madison, Alabama. Two pated in the meeting. Besides some specific concerns groups of 2 or 3 directors have made the trip in the last 6 about the SBA’s Mentor/Protégé Program, most of the months. The directors get face to face introductions to SBA suggestions merely involved detailed enforcement manufacturing and services staff and intensive sessions of existing 8(a) rules. The SBA’s next consultation was on everything from marketing strategies to primers on the held in November at the National Congress of American way we bid contracts. Tyonek group sales staff, contract Indian’s annual convention in Denver, Colorado. managers and accountants explain how we manage work flow, produce manufactured goods and services and fi- Pressure is being applied in Congress by other minority nally, account for this activity in financial reports pre- and small business organizations to limit ANC and Tribal sented at board and shareholder meetings. Directors say 8(a) contracting privileges. These changes are being pro- that this approach has really given them an in depth un- moted on limited information. The GAO Report, derstanding of the business processes that are fueling “Contract Management: Increased Use of Alaska Native growth at TNC. Corporations’ Special 8(a) Provisions Calls for Tailored Oversight”, April 2006, limited Our managers and staff get to its factual survey of the 8(a) pro- know our directors and YAAMs gram to Alaska Native Corpora- shareholders, and begin to under- tion activities despite the fact that stand what Tyonek is all about. ANC 8(a) contracting is only a It’s a job, but many see that it is small part of the SBA program. more than that. They are contrib- Problems underlying small busi- uting not only to their own fami- ness contracting involve many lies in Alabama and Georgia and other factors not considered by Florida, but also to shareholder the GAO. A thorough under- families in Tyonek, Anchorage, standing of the impact of ANC The Seraphim Stephan, Sr. Manufacturing Kenai and in many places and Tribal contracting on the 8(a) Facility in Madison, Alabama, was built to throughout Alaska and the lower program would require a look fulfill government contracts by the Tyonek 48. As we grow our businesses, into government contracting in Group companies. Currently a large addi- we will continue to introduce our general and the overall perform- tion is being added to accommodate the board and shareholders to our ance of the SBA 8(a) program in successful growth in the 8a contracting workers wherever they may be. program. See page 6 for pictures of the particular, neither of which was new addition. With any luck, many of our attempted in the GAO’s report. shareholders will take up the challenge and join Tyonek work forces across the country It is unlikely that anything will be resolved about ANC as our newest employees. 8(a) contracting until after the 2008 Presidential elec- tions. Until that time expect to see more politics and pos- Tyonek Manufacturing Group, Inc. turing with the current administration, Congress and can- didates for President. Perhaps someone will finally do The Manufacturing and Services Groups have both had a some research and find out how much progress minorities tremendous year. That fact is most evident at our facilities have made in government contracting and whether ANC in Madison, Alabama. The pictures show new construction and Tribal participation has done anything to help or hin- der others in the program. (Continued on page 5)

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(Continued from page 4) Proving Ground in Maryland. The Garrison Commander on our administrative offices. The space will house engi- is a cross between a CEO and Mayor for an Army facil- neering, bid and proposal and contract management staff. ity. Aberdeen is home to about 48,000 residents. Colo- Ground has been broken in back of the plant for a new nel Wright brings over 26 years experience in logistics, 20,000 square foot building for a paint shop, coating shop operations management, human resource management, and storage. strategic planning and supply chain management to Tyo- nek. We are privileged to have him working for us and Not only have our gov- providing much needed leadership on one of the Services ernment contracting jobs Group’s most important contracts. grown, but we are also getting interest from Robyn Swaim is our newly hired contract management large prime staff for the Fighter contract. Robyn (along with John contractors Wright) will be located in Huntsville that is temporarily like Sikorsky housing the Human Resources Department while con- and Ray- struction at the Palmer Road facility is completed. Robyn theon. These is a lifelong resident of the greater Huntsville area and companies lives with her 10 year old son Jacob, and her nine year need compe- old daughter Jenna. She is a music lover who has used tent suppliers her talent and appreciation to enliven and instruct multi- and have in- ple choral groups in the area for many years. Robyn spected our comes to her position as the FIGHTER contract specialist facilities and Top: preparing for the new addition. via the Human Resources department where she was reviewed our Bottom: nearing completion. originally brought into the TNC family a few short operating pro- months ago. Most recently Robyn provided accounting cedures to their satisfaction. services to the Pizza Hut franchise in Madison and previ- ous to that position she was employed for approximately We will probably see orders from them or other commer- six years at the nearby Redstone Arsenal as a product cial companies over time. assurance specialist working on the Javelin and

Tyonek Services Group, Inc. ATACMS missile projects.

New Fighter Contract Program Manager and Support Please join the Services Group in welcoming John, and Staff. The Tyonek Services Group recently hired a new re-welcoming Robyn, to the TNC family. We look for- program manager for the Corp of Engineers Fighter Con- ward to the new direction and leadership they will bring tract. John Wright is a retired Army Colonel who most to the FIGHTER contract. ~ recently served as Garrison Commander at the Aberdeen

, Continued from page 3 CEO’s Corner, Continued from page 2 Management Letter tion.

The resolution calls for the Governor to be invited to present the State of Alaska's Wildlife Resource Census report to Alaska's people annually at each AFN Conven- tion. Both Resolutions received the AFN designation of Tier One or of highest priority. You can see those resolutions on TNC's website at www.tyonek.com.

Representative Woody Salmon, Virginia Hudson, Billy Stephan, Bobby Stephan, Jenny Stephan, Emil McCord, and Michaelene Stephan at AFN Convention. [email protected].

Managing wild- Please do not hesitate to call life is a critical me or stop by the TNC office component to protecting the if you have any comments or subsistence concerns. ~ Donita L. Peter and Geri Simon lifestyle. were participants at the recent TNC Retreat.

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Some Changes at the Anchorage Office

Michaelene Stephan - Full Time Working President - At a special board of directors meeting held on Saturday, September 29, 2007, the Board voted to make the board president, currently Michaelene Stephan, a full-time working president at the Anchorage office. Michaelene will provide much needed support to CEO Tom Harris in the development of various programs, and as primary liaison with the full board, and committees. Having Michaelene on staff in Anchorage is not new; she served as Shareholder Representative for a year in August, 2006. The insight she gained then regarding shareholder-related issues will be very valuable in her new position . Wel- come back to Anchorage, and to the office, Michaelene!

Ron Davis hired - Senior Financial Analyst - TNC welcomes Ron Davis, Senior Financial Analyst. Ron joined the Anchorage office on Monday, October 1st, and reports directly to CFO Lenn Doran. He will provide comprehensive financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, strategic and business planning, and reporting functions, among other things. When not devoted to his financial work, Ron is the owner of a small publishing company, Moose Hill Books, has published two books, and is currently working on his first screen play. He and his wife, Charlene, and family Springer Spaniel “Spencer”, reside in Anchorage.

Tracey Ramsey - Financial Analyst - Services Division - Tyonek Services Group has hired Tracey Ramsey to fill a new and much needed position to provide financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, as well as coordinate special projects and accounting functions. Tracey has been employed in the Accounting Department as Senior Corporate Accountant since 2004, and has been ready to take on new responsibilities. The current growth of Tyonek Services Group government contracts will certainly provide that opportunity. Tracey moved to an office in the Services section of the Anchorage office. Tracey, her husband Bob and daughter Na Le Na live in Anchorage. They raise chickens, bees, and are sailing enthusiasts!

Teresa Standifer - Receptionist - We welcome Teresa Standifer as our new Receptionist. Teresa relocated to Anchorage from Tyonek, and brings with her considerable experience as Envi- ronmental Coordinator for NVT, and as a Special Ed Aide for the Tebughna School. She wears several hats as receptionist, and is responsible for usual receptionist duties such as greeting guests and answering phones as well as distributing mail, and providing administrative support to management staff when preparing for meetings, coordinating expediting, and assisting with special projects. She will become more involved with TNC’s central filing and information management system as it is upgraded and developed. Teresa resides in Anchorage with her 3 children, who keep her busy as they, too, adjust to Anchorage.

Cathy Antush - Senior Corporate Accountant - We welcome Cathy Antush as our new Senior Corporate Accountant. Cathy came to Tyonek by way of Era Helicopters, Alutiiq, and Era Aviation, Inc. Cathy held financial accounting positions within each of these organizations (air transportation and government contracting) over the last 25 years. She enjoys the mechanics of the financial process. She will oversee the daily management of the accounting department. She spends any free time with friends, reading, traveling, and spectator sport watching.

Ted Kroto, Sr. - Left TNC as an employee in December 2007 to pursue educational opportunities. TNC wishes him well in his journey and thank him for his many years of service to TNC and its shareholders. Ted will continue to serve on the Board of Directors of TNC.

Sally Clampitt - Left TNC in November 2007 to go to work for Alaska Village Initiatives. We wish Sally well and thank her for her many years of service to TNC.

Lenn Doran - Will be leaving TNC as of January 2008 to go to work for a Native corporation in the financial field. We wish Lenn well and thank him for his many years of service to TNC.

Job Postings: TNC and its subsidiaries regularly update its job listing on its website at www.tyonek.com. Please feel free to contact us regarding these job openings.

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Homesite Project and Proposal By Steven Holley & Billy Stephan, Interns

For those who weren’t present at the shareholder information meeting, TNC began the process of distributing materials about a possible shareholder homesite program. Billy Stephan and Steven Holley have been working for TNC as Interns concentrating on the Homesite project. The homesite project, if agreed upon by shareholders, will allow TNC to convey up to 1 ½ acres of TNC lands for every 100 shares of TNC stock. This project is an opportunity for shareholders to own land on the Tyonek side of Cook Inlet. The land will be tax free and will allow shareholders to build a house for themselves or their extended family. The homesite project is not required by law; it is an opportunity provided by Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act and requires a shareholder vote to pro- ceed.

In order to convey title to the land, TNC will develop a survey to find out if you, as a shareholder, want this homesite project to happen and how you want it done. Then a vote of the shareholders will be taken to see if the process is acceptable. If the homesite project is acceptable to shareholders, the selection process will begin, and finally, land will be conveyed.

We are currently looking to set-up more shareholder informational meetings and will send out more informational materials and will keep you posted. The survey was mailed to shareholders in early January 2008.

Here are the top five questions that TNC has heard from shareholders after its recent meetings, with answers con- cerning this project. If you have any other questions or concerns, feel free to contact TNC or email Billy and Steven at [email protected]. Thank you.

1. Can shareholders combine shares to make 100 shares and receive 1 ½ acres?

No. Individuals who receive less than 100 shares through gifts or inheritance may become tenants in common with the other recipients of the original 100 shares of Class A stock. If the shareholders wish to exchange property interests after receiving title as tenants in common, they may do so.

2. Will TNC hold the option for Class B shareholders with only 10 shares to select land?

Yes. The shareholder will have entitlement to the land and it will be conveyed when they receive a complete 100 shares after they reach the age of majority.

3. Can a shareholder move their site?

No. It is possible to include a clause that will give shareholders a chance to exchange lots.

4. Who will have access to the future town?

This future municipality will be open to the public. But homesites will remain in shareholder private ownership.

5. Is there a time limit for the tax-free status?

No. As long as the lot is used for residential use for the shareholder and their extended family it will retain its tax-free status.

This project will be tied into but is separate from TNCs’ ANCSA 14(c)(3) obligation to convey lands to a municipal corporation for the development of a future municipality on TNC lands.

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Recruiting for Young Adult Advisory Members (YAAM’s) By Elizabeth Standifer, YAAM’s Chairman

Recruitment: One YAAM’s Seat will be open the end of March 2008. YAAMS are now accepting applications. The deadline for applications is March 31, 2008. Applications may be requested from TNC and returned to Becky Peratrovich or Teresa Standifer at TNC’s main office.

YAAM’s: Young Adult Advisory Members (YAAM) as I like to call it “are future Board Members in Training.” If a YAAM would like to run for an open Tyonek Native Corporation Board of Director (BOD) seat, they have had the opportunity to sit as a YAAM for at least 3 years (1 term) and learn about the past, present and most importantly the future issues of the Corporation.

If elected to a BOD seat in the future, they are least likely to be walk- ing into the business blind to current issues that the Corporation is dealing with.

YAAMS have the opportunity to be involved with issues that the Cor- poration is dealing with. The BOD is very open to answering any questions and listening to the YAAM’s concerns and comments. The only thing missing is the right to vote on action items, (outside of the YAAM Committee). YAAM’s 2006 - Ann Marie Stephan, Steven Holley and Elizabeth Standifer. Yes, the YAAMS have their own committee which is run by them. There are 3 important roles: Chairman, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The roles are not voted on who gets them, to make it easier for the YAAMS, it was decided in the past years the way you receive a role. Your term as a YAAM is 3 years, there are 3 roles. Therefore, you start your first year as the Secretary, your second year you move up to the Vice-Chair and finally your third year you are the Chairman. By your third year you will have knowledge of how the meetings are run, be able to run the meetings and finally what your role will be exactly.

There are also 3 Board of Directors who sit on the committee to help make decisions, give guidance and give suggestions on opportunities that the YAAM Committees may become involved in. There is also one board member who is appointed to be a Mentor for all the YAAMS. So if you needed to ask a question and didn’t want to ask everyone or in front of everyone, you can always turn to your mentor for one on one guidance or answers.

The Committee is run just as if they were the BOD. It gives the YAAMS the opportunity to gain knowledge of how a meeting should be run, and to practice for future BOD meetings that a YAAM may be involved in.

The basic agenda will include, but is not limitedYAAM’s to: roll call, Steven current Holley activities, and Elizabeth future Standifer activities, making budgets a presen- con- cerning the YAAM projects and action items. tation at a shareholder information meeting in Anchorage.

YAAMS are also involved in other activities which include, but are not limited to: shareholder meetings, shareholder picnics, surveying shareholders on Corporation topics such as 14 (c) issues. (Continued on page 9)

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• Shareholder meetings and shareholder picnics: the YAAMS usually help with the background leg work. They can help with: getting the word out about the event, setting up (tables, chairs, food, games for young shareholders) shareholder sign-in, distributing tickets for door prizes, distribute door prizes, they may do presentations if approved; about YAAMS Program or any other topic such as 14 (c), help answer shareholders questions or appoint them to someone who can answer their questions, clean up or any thing else that would be needed. YAAMS may also be asked to do a speech or presentations on specific topics during 2007 YAAM’s - Steven Holley, Elizabeth Standifer, and Billy Stephan. shareholder meetings. YAAMS has also given presentations to the Tebughna School Students, located in Tyonek, to help promote the YAAM Program. This is a great way to help with public speaking.

• Surveying Shareholders. YAAMs Billy YAAM’s participating in a meeting. Stephan and Steven Holley are working for TNC as interns and their main goal was to get a survey out to shareholders about the up coming 14 (c) issues. They also worked on a website for this issue and other items that needed to be done.

• YAAMS can be known as the eyes and ears for the shareholders, or as shareholder representatives. If a YAAM cannot answer a question for shareholders then they can find the answer for you.

So as you can see, YAAM’s don’t just attend Board Meetings every other month. We are given the opportunity to help create and shape your corporation for the future. The Board of Directors is interested in educating you for your future seat on the Board and to listen to your ideas, your point of views as young shareholders.

I hope this information finds all the Shareholders well and is a benefit to you. ~

Youth Project Opportunity for Tyonek youth to help with habitat enhancement

Tyonek Native Corpora- Tyonek. TNC youths, ages 14 1689 C Street, Suite 219, dur- tion is working on creating and older are invited to participate ing regular office hours. For more moose habitat in the Tyo- in this project by signing up under more information call Deborah nek area. One means of reach- the NRCS—Earth Team Volun- Baines/ NRCS Tribal Outreach ing this goal is by cutting dor- teer Program. Applications for Specialist at 271-2424 ext. mant willows. Volunteers will the Earth Team Program and an 118. be responsible for part or all of outline for the project will be their travel expense to and from available at the TNC office at

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Shareholder Businesses

We are pleased to introduce a new regular feature to our newsletter. Shareholders who own/operate their own businesses are invited to write a brief article and/or submit a copy of their business card, and we will include it in the newsletter. To submit information about your business, please send your information to Rose Chuitt ([email protected]) or Becky Peratrovich ([email protected]) at TNC. Thank you.

Connie J. Burnell

Fellow shareholders, for those of you who do not know me, my name is Connie J. Burnell. I was raised and lived many years in Tyonek. I moved my family, 4 sons, to Big Lake last year for us to pursue other opportunities that are not available in Tyonek

One such opportunity is receiving my license in Real Estate sales and beginning work with CENTURY 21 - North Homes Realty. I am now available to assist you with your real estate needs, such as purchasing, selling, renting and leasing your home, land or business, anywhere in the State of Alaska. For you shareholders outside of Alaska, I can assist you as well, I have access to a network of Realtors who are available for your specific needs.

I worked for 13 years for the Native Village of Tyonek and served nearly 3 years on the Tyonek Native Corp. Board of Directors. I always enjoyed contributing in some sort of way to the people of Tyonek and I hope to still be able to in my current capacity. Please feel free to call me at anytime for your Real Estate needs. ~

Donovan Jericho Stephan-Standifer Anchorage Daily News

TNC Shareholders Janelle Features Dena’ina Berry Pickers

Baker and Brad Stephan are TNC shareholder, board member, and treasurer Donita proud to announce the birth of Peter , and friend Helen Dick of Lime Village, were their very handsome son, Dono- featured in a story in the Anchorage Daily News about van Jericho Stephan-Standifer. berry picking in the Hatcher Pass area. They pointed Donovan was born on June 12, out some of the differences between berry picking now 2007 at 4:36 a.m. He weighed 10 and many years ago, told of traditional uses of the ber- lbs. 6.8 oz., and was 22 inches ries to sweeten a dried meat and fish diet; and fondly long. Donovan’s maternal grand- recalled how quickly their grandmothers’ could pick parents are Judy Standifer and Ernest Baker, Sr. His buckets of berries in a short time. Donita shared her paternal grandparents are Angela Sandstol and favorite recipe for blueberry and crowberry pie (Gega, Benjamin Stephan. gegayna Bik’enayt’a’I).

Donita Peter’s Blueberry & Crowberry Pie (Gega, gegayna Bik’enayt’a’) Do We Have Your Crust For Crust: Correct Address ? 2 cups all purpose flour Cut shortening into flour, add salt. Mix until size of 2/3 cup shortening small peas. Sprinkle water 1 tablespoon at a time. Sepa- If not, you must submit a 1 teaspoon shortening rate dough into equal portions. Gather into a ball and signed Change of Address 1 teaspoon salt roll on lightly floured board. Place bottom crust into 9 Form in writing. 4-5 tablespoons cold water inch pie dish. Use remaining dough for top crust. These forms are available at Filling For Filling: the Anchorage Office, at 3/4 cup granulated sugar Mix sugar and 1/3 cup flour with berries. Pour filling www.tyonek.com, click the 1/3 cup all purpose flour into pastry-lined dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice and Shareholders link, then click 4 cups fresh blueberries sugar. Cover with top crust, cut slits on top. Seal and the Forms Download link. 1-1/2 cups fresh crowberries flute. Bake at 425° for 35 to 45 minutes. Cover edges Print it, complete & sign it, 1 tablespoon lemon juice with foil to prevent over-browning until final 15 min- and send it to 2 tablespoons butter utes of baking. the Anchorage office. 4-5 tablespoons cold water

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Shareholder Ronald McCord Honored by Carlisle Trucking Shareholder Ronald McCord, Sr. was awarded for his truck driv- ing with Carlisle Trucking on September 22, 2007. Ronald drives up at Prudhoe Bay, AK where he has worked for the company going on five years. All together he has been at the slope since 1989 working with different companies, including Vrca Environ- Ronald McCord mental for 10 years before it closed, Veco, ASRC, Nanuq, Prudhoe Bay Peak Oilfield, and Conam. 4 safety years 400,000 miles “They were all good to him,” Local Truck Driver Married 32 years to Frieda says his wife, Frieda McCord, From the left: Carlisle Trucking Safety Direc- Kids: Ron Jr., Ronnie, Rod, Ryan, “now he is working a permanent Rochelle and Rayanne tor, Franz Hoenack; Harry McDonald, Presi- job with time on, time off.” A dent; Jeremy Miller, Ronald’s boss on the Always willing to help fellow huge overhead hanging sign at the North Slope; and Ronald McCord accepting employees and help in the awards ceremony told the story warehouse when asked. behind Ronald’s well-deserved award.

Nivea-Alexis Kinneeveauk is one of TNC’s younger shareholders, at just 3 years old. She is shown here with her pet hamster, Soxs, who recently competed in the Petco Hamster Derby in early September. Soxs ran four fast rounds in the Derby and Nivea-Alexis got second place.

Nivea-Alexis is the daughter of Demaris “Dee Dee” Hudson and Richard Kinneeveauk. She is the granddaughter of Virginia Chickalusion Hudson, and the great grand daughter of Maxim Chickalusion, Sr.

Shareholder Frieda McCord In Loving Memory Honored by Bridge Builders Mychael Ernie Jensen

Shareholder Frieda McCord received one of several pres- Shareholder, Mychael E. Jensen, passed away on November 16, tigious “Honoring Excellence in Community Service” 2007, at Alaska Native Medical Center. He was born June 16, awards given by Bridge Builders of Anchorage at their 1991, in Anchorage. annual Gala Awards event in early August. The awards recognize out- Mr. Jensen was a student and spent most of his time in Tyonek and Anchorage. He was a member of St. Innocent Russian Or- standing mem- thodox Cathedral. He worked with his elders and helped out bers or projects with his family as much as possible. He enjoyed writing and of an ethnic listening to music, working on vehicles with best friend Jared community who and trapping. He loved clothes and spent hours and hours on continuously the computer. His family said: “He loved being with his family made significant and playing jokes on them. He was there when we needed contributions to help. He loved spending time with his mommy and also pester- their communi- ing her very often.

ties and teaching Mr. Jensen is survived by his mother, Betsy Chuitt, father, Ernie others about G. Jensen; grandmothers, Clara Chuitt, Evelyn Beck; grandfa- their cultures, Frieda McCord, Gov. Sarah Palin, and her thers Pete Allowan, Chris Jensen; sisters, Rachel and Stacy through un- husband Todd Palin, at the August 2007 Chuitt, Hannah Bartels; nephews, Mychael Chuitt, Joseph Stan- paid volunteer Bridge Builders of Anchorage Annual Gala. difer II; nieces, Kalliyah Alton, Nicole and Jordan Standifer; efforts. Frieda aunts, Donna Bartels, Victoria Chuitt, Alma Robinson, Bobbi has been a supporter and active advocate of Native hire and and Evey Beck; uncles, Allen Chuitt, Kurt Jensen; great-aunts, Polly Goozmer, Sophie Chuitt, Laura Rice; great-uncles, Law- culture for many years, both on and off her job as an em- rence Chuitt, Richard Evon; and best friends, Jared Standifer ployment specialist with Alaska’s People. Congratulations and Daniel Delkittie. ~ Frieda, and thank you!

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In Loving Memory

Paul Stephan, Sr. John H. Doss, Jr. Sharon Bismark

Shareholder Paul Stephan, Sr., 72, of Ida- Shareholder John H. Doss, Jr., 62, of Wa- Shareholder Sharon Bismark, 47, died June bel, Oklahoma, passed away on Friday, silla, passed away August 1, 2007 at Veter- 26, 2007, at Alaska Native Medical Center. August 31, 2007, at Christus St. Michael ans Regional Hospital, Seattle. He was She was born July 24, 1959 in Tyonek, and Health Care, Texarkana, Texas. He was born March 11, 1945 in Portsmouth, Ohio, resided in Anchorage. born October 19, 1934, in Tyonek, Alaska, and resided in Alaska off and on through- the son of Nicholi and Katherine (Ephan) out his lifetime. Ms. Bismark was a member of the Russian Stephan. Orthodox Church. She enjoyed traveling, Mr. Doss served in the military in the mid spending time with her grandchildren, surf- Mr. Stephan was a member of the Grace 1960’s, and during his time in Alaska, was ing the Internet, bingo, puzzle solving, read- Assembly of God of Idabel, and enjoyed employed as a property manager for Tyo- ing and listening to country music. Her gospel singing, fishing, hunting, his nek, and worked on the trans Alaska oil family wrote “Sharon was loved by all who beloved dog “Cubby”, and watching his pipeline. He was a member of the Baptist came to know her … She showed great children play ball. His family will faith. His hobbies included hiking and strength and was an inspiration to all.” remember his wonderful sense of humor. fishing. His family wrote, “He loved his family.” Ms. Bismark is survived by her mother, Mr. Stephan was preceded in death by his Tania Bismark; siblings Fredrick Bismark, parents, Nicholi and Katherine Stephan, Mr. Doss is survived by his wife, Barbara Jr., Alice Weber, Steve Bismark, Dorothy three sisters (Nellie Chickalusian, Olga Doss; his children, John H. Doss, III and Bismark, Eugene Bismark, Robert Bis- Allowan and Fedora Constantine), and one Carlisa of Lucasville, OH, William H. Doss mark, Laura Alimi and Stan Bismark; brother (Alfred Stephan). He leaves his and Robin of Wasilla, and Wendell C. Doss daughters Toni Bismark, Christine and cherished wife of 44 years, Anna Frazier and Marlana of Wasilla; and several grand- Margaret Bell; and several grandchildren. Stephan; his son, Paul Stephan, Jr. and children, brothers, sisters, and many nieces She was preceded in death by her father, wife Cheryl of Idabel; and several aunts, and nephews. He was preceded in death by Fredrick Bismark, Sr., and sisters Helen uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. his parents, John H. Sr. and Florence Doss. Baker and Arlene Reiser.

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