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November 21, 2019 What’s New This Week What’s WWE’s Samoan WWE’s Dynasty visits ONES. Page 6/Local Pages 2/Local Mocs 2019. Your Rock • See 17 Kali photo/Christopher Johnson s a lot of competition due to the Employment competition there’ nationwide low unemployment rate.” - - times we put internal constraints on our times we put internal constraints on selves with hiring budgets even though Oneida Retail employees Jeff Ermenc and Katrina Williams work a recent Oneida Retail employees Jeff The Oneida Nation One Stop on Packerland Drive. the Oneida shift at leader in northeast Wisconsin. continues to be an employment right now the tribe isn’t able to offer a able to offer right now the tribe isn’t fluid recruitment package such as hiring bonuses and things of that nature. Some - Kali photo/Eric Doxtator Wendy Alvarez, Director of Wendy
As the state of Wisconsin continues to Wisconsin As the state of “(Even though) we’re an employment Dozens of spectators descended into downtown Oneida Wednesday, November 20, for the annual Lighting Conducted by the Trees. of the Oneida Department of Public Works, tradition featured the communitythe Oneida Singersand numerous trees – along with the bridgeway – lit in beautiful colors ahead of this year’s The Oneida Nation Holiday Season. Committee also Affairs Veterans provided chili and hot dogs for the festive occasion. demonstrate record low unemployment demonstrate record low unemployment continues Nation Oneida numbers, the in to be a leader among all employers As of November Wisconsin. northeast 2019, the tribe employs more than 2,800 despite areas diverse 21 across workers challenges with recruiting and retention in this competitive employment market. National Schneider and Humana Only in Nation the than more workers employ Brown County. leader we still face shortages with nurs es, teachers, child care, and Behavioral es, teachers, child care, and Behavioral Health,” Oneida Nation’s annual Lighting of the Trees Oneida Nation’s
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Kali photos/Dawn Walschinski Oneida Nation School System students and staff celebrated Rock Your Mocs Friday, November 15. The event celebrates Native American heri- ONEIDA CASINO tage by encouraging First Nations people to wear their traditional clothing like moccasins and native styles like ribbon shirts and skirts. Top: Stu- YEARS Official Casino of the 1994 2019 Green Bay Packers dents show off their woodland style moccasins. Bottom: Oneida Nation Details at Bingo Hall. Please gamble responsibly. High School students sang Social Dance songs for middle and elementary students. Local November 21, 2019 • Áhs< 3 Comprehensive Housing hosts Elder Village Open House What’s New This Week
Page 22/Local Oneida Royalty share their experiences. In This Issue The Oneida Nation Comprehensive 2-9/Local, OBC 37/Classified Ads Housing Division recently completed 10-13/Education, THT 38/Good News the latest expansion of its Elder Village 14-17/Obits, Local 39-42/Local 18-25/Health, Local 43/Sports and hosted an Open House on Hen- 26-27/Evironmental 44-45/Culture ry Road November 14-15. The latest 28-31/Drums 46/OFF development in the subdivision con- 32-33/Local, Events 47-48/Local sists of eight new cottages for their in- 34-36/Minutes come-based program. “This is the second in a multi-phase expansion in our Elder Village,” Scott Denny, Area Manager for Comprehen- Kali photo/Christopher Johnson Kalihwisaks sive Housing Division’s Residential This Elder Village unit, located at 385 Henry Road, is one of eight new- Street Address Mail Address Rentals, said. “The previous build here ly completed elder rental units. This was the second of several planned Big Bear Media P.O. Box 365 consisted of eight elder cottages, and Elder Village expansion projects. Upon the overall project’s completion 2701 West Mason St. Oneida, WI 54155 Green Bay, WI 54303 this second-phase expansion is eight Oneida’s Elder Village will consist of 32 residential lots. Contact us: more and we have more in the planning. Office Hours Voice: (920) 496-5636 In all Elder Village consists of 32 resi- of 1996 is the government now saying The open floor concept and wider 8 am – 4:30 pm Fax #: (920) 496-7896 dential lots so we’re going to keep go- they’re still going to give us housing door designs for wheelchair and walker Monday–Friday www.kalihwisaks.com ing until we fill all the lots.” money, but they also acknowledge that accessibility are meant for tribal elders. The overall expansion project is ex- meeting our housing needs is different “As our elders age, and their physical – Kalihwisaks – pected to take several more years. “The from one tribe to the next so now we needs potentially become an issue, then Official Newspaper of the Oneida Tribe can determine how to do that on our there’s the probability that these units reason for that is because of how we For questions or comments about news build these and the federal grant mon- own.” will serve you better,” Denny said. coverage, please contact Dawn Walschinski ey that is used to build them,” Denny While there are still parameters that “Some of our older builds that date (920) 496-5636, Christopher Johnson (920) said. “With this recent phase we went must be adhered to, the NAHASDA back to the ‘70s and ‘80s weren’t built 496-5632. Contact Yvonne Kaquatosh at Act removes the dictation on how tribes with these designs in mind so these new (920) 496-5631 to include information in the back to the drawing board with some classifieds section and/or Advertising. of the open concepts like accessibility construct housing. “They no longer dic- units are meant to better serve our peo- and bathroom designs and now we have tate design, layout, square footage, and ple with those physical needs.” The Staff more options. The first phase builds amenities,” Denny said. “That’s why People applying for Comprehensive consisted of two-bedrooms only, but we have the things like air conditioning Housing Assistance are applying for the Dawn Walschinski, (920) 496-5636 this most recent effort was a mixture of and garages now. Those things weren’t program itself, not for a specific elder Managing Editor • [email protected] one- and two-bedrooms.” allowed back then. That’s so important unit. “When applying, you’re applying The Oneida Housing Authority was for people to know and understand.” for whatever applicable program you Yvonne Kaquatosh, (920) 496-5631 established in 1963 but had no say in There are several newer amenities may qualify for,” Denny said. “You Page Designer| Ad Coordinator how lodgings were constructed in those included in the Elder Village cottages. may qualify for multiple programs, and • [email protected] early days. “From 1963 until 1996 any “The radiant floor heating is consistent it’s easy to get excited when they see a Christopher Johnson, (920) 496-5632 money the Housing Authority received across the board in this project,” Den- new unit and think that’s the one they Sr. Reporter | Photographer for construction was dictated as to how ny said. “We began that several years want. But it may not work out that way, • [email protected] we constructed, floor plans, amenities, ago in the duplexes near Elder Services so we just want to give that precaution. and sizes,” Denny said. “That’s why and stuck with it because of the low So, with that transparency may come Disclaimer: cost. It’s very efficient and although it some disappointment.” The Kalihwisaks does not assume the three-bedroom units on Chief Hill responsibility for unsolicited material and does Drive are so small. Our Housing Au- will take longer than forced air heat it Applicants will most likely be subject not guarantee publication upon submission. thority didn’t decide to build those. We is much more cost efficient. There are a to a wait list as well. “What happens had no say in it and we were dictated as number of our tribal members that have with elder housing is there is a fairly Kalihwisaks is a member of NAJA respiratory issues, and this will reduce (Native American Journalists Association) & WNA to how we could build them. The Na- (Wisconsin Newspaper Assoc.) tive American Housing Assistance and dust in the air that we see with forced • See 4 Self-Determination (NAHASDA) Act air heating.” Elder Village 4 Kay# • November 21, 2019 Local From page 3/Elder Village Parker recognized for support of OPD low turnover rate,” Denny said. “Once on the register and beneath it are listed an elder gets a unit and they can age out all the rules applicable to each of our here, they’re less apt to move. So even rental programs.” though the wait list number may seem Too apply for Comprehensive Hous- low, it may still take some time. These ing Assistance feel free to contact Res- units are the best of many worlds. These idential Outreach Coordinator Marsha are built with improved accessibility Skenandore at (920) 869-6184 or email and the elder in mind. Our units are in- her at [email protected]. come-based, so the lower the income the lower the rent.” Applicants are also asked to under- stand that there is nothing in the tenant selection process that would distinguish one person’s need over any other. “The tenant selection process is clearly out- lined in the rules listed on the Oneida Nation’s website under the Landlord/ Tenant Law,” Denny said. “The laws are
Submitted photo th Isabel Parker, right, was presented an award for Outstanding Community Out- 20 Annual Thanksgiving Day Community Feast reach from the Oneida Police Department at the Community Harvest Feast at The The feast is prepared and served by Tribal Employees, Three Sisters Center on Thursday, November 14. Parker was recognized for her Community Members and Tribal Citizens. support of the Oneida Police department through her programs such as youth board game night, and the National Night Out picnics. Matt Ninham, Instructor Coordi- Open to the Community and Public! nator for NWTC Criminal Justice Students, presented the award. Served on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2019 To change subscription or delivery 11am to 2:00pm at the Parish Hall Call the Trust Enrollment Department Toll Free: 1 (800) 571-9902 or Recruiting Volunteers for any of the following functions: local: 1 (920) 869-6200 or Email: [email protected] Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019 Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 Food prep: Peeling potatoes, (From 8:30am–3pm) cleaning squash, cut Food prep: 8:30am–11:00am up veggies, etc. Servers: 11:00am–2:00pm. Dishwashers: Throughout the day Set-up Crew: Set up tables & Clean-up Crew: chairs, Decorate. 4:00pm–6:00pm Take down tables, chairs, Following is a list of sweep, take out garbage, etc., donations needed: 1:30pm–3:00pm • Volunteers to cook a turkey • Eight (8) turkeys • Homemade Pies (20 pies) • Venison Stew Meat (10 lbs) • Canned Vegetables (3) #10 cans • Relish, Fruit & Veggie Trays For Donations of Food or Cash, or Volunteerism: Local November 21, 2019 • W$sk 5
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Kali photo/Christopher Johnson NIGA Chairman Ernest Stevens Jr., WWE Superstar Rikishi, Oneida Na- tion citizen and former WWE Superstar Francis Huntington (aka Jules Submitted photo Strongbow), and Reno Anoa’i (aka Black Pearl) pause for a photo at the (Above): Oneida Nation Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7784 Com- ONES November 19. Members of the famed WWE Samoan Dynasty, Rik- mander Cletus Ninham (right) and Senior Vice Commander Carl Gomand ishi and Black Pearl spoke to the children about an array of topics rang- ing from personal and cultural pride, anti-bullying, respect, and making (left) present Paula “Pogi” King Dessart with a check for $200 to assist positive impacts on people’s lives. Sponsored by NIGA, Aztek Gaming, with the 20th Annual Thanksgiving Day Community Feast. The community and Oneida Casino Gaming GM Louise Cornelius, Rikishi and Black Pearl feast will take place Thanksgiving Day, November 28, from 11 a.m. until also presented Strongbow with a championship wrestling belt and other 2:00 p.m. at the Parish Hall. To assist with the event please feel free to gifts because, unbeknownst to many, Strongbow trained Rikishi when he contact Pogi at (920) 869-4362 or Brian Doxtator at (920) 869-2170. was a young man of only 17. (Below): Commander Ninham, past VFW Region Eight Commander and Post 7784 Historian Chris Cornelius, Associated Bank Branch Manager Paula Pyle, and Post 7784 Senior Vice Commander Gomand proudly DECEMBER show off their veterans display at Associated Bank, 2424 W. Mason St., in Green Bay. Cornelius constructed the display to honor all the Oneida Warriors who have served their nations in each of America’s conflicts for Veterans Day.
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With celebrations all around us ensuring sustainable bridgeway and trees in downtown Oneida. this can be a time of mixed emotions policies are implemented This special event of the community and an especially difficult time for some. not only with Oneida coming together, is an example of the Please take time to reach out to one Nation, but with the 11 balance we must try to maintain in our another and continue to spread kindness Chairman’s Federally-recognized lives, to keep our minds and body, and and compassion in the coming weeks and Forum nations within the spirit strong during the holidays. always. Wisconsin boundaries as Tehassi Tasi Hill well. With the holidays nearing, let’s Yawʌkó· Be well and treat Chairman remember those who may have a harder one another well. On November 7, the time than others during the upcoming Saʔnikuhlatsa·niht Shekoli! Oneida Nation received season. Dealing with grief and loss, (You have a strong mind) a Lifetime Achievement Award from financial stress, and health concerns are Chairman Tehassi Tasi Hill While we are a proud, sovereign Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful just a few common challenges that can nation, continued efforts are made (KGMB) which embarked on a statewide to enhance our relationship other search to recognize individuals and governments from the local, to the state, organizations that protect, preserve or and to the federal. Working with the sustain our environment. The Oneida current state administration has been a Nation was selected because of the breath of fresh air as Governor Evers and Nation’s outstanding contributions Lieutenant Governor Barnes recognize to environmental excellence work in the Nation’s status and the relationship is environmental advisory and commitment built on mutual respect. Earlier this year, to the preservation and protection of land, Governor Evers signed Executive Order water, and air. #18, relating to an affirmation of the Some of the initiatives identified at the intergovernmental relationship among recognition of Oneida include projects the state of Wisconsin and the Tribal related to watershed and wildlife habitat, Nations located within the state. engaging the community with outreach The Governor’s executive order and education, and environmental reaffirms the sovereign authority tribal compliance. Additionally, the Nation nations have over their members and was recognized for our efforts to territory in the state of Wisconsin and investigate energy options that include directs each state agency to consult local production, distribution, and usage tribal governments on matters that may that support positive investment, while indirectly impact tribal nations and fostering the relationship between a clean develop an updated consultation policy energy strategy, sustainable economic that does the following: development, and livable community. • Ensures the state government workforce KGMB, Inc is an award-winning, non- is educated on Tribal Nations and profit educational and community service sovereignty; organization in place since 1983 and an • Strengthens the day-to-day working affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. relationships between Tribal and state I was honored to accept this award government agencies; on behalf of the Nation, but recognize • Provides for at least annual consultation it is a community effort. Yaw^ko to the meetings with Tribal and state leaders; employees and community members who and work toward the protection, preservation • Identifies at least one agency staff of our environment to sustain it for future member to serve as a liaison between generations. the agency and the Tribal Nations. Local November 21, 2019 • W@=tehlu> 9 OBC Council Forum Shekoli Swakwek, Curfew Law – As a subcommittee team For next year, the hemp team for diverse opportunities As part of the Business Committee’s leader for the Tribal Action Plan for law is looking for new fields such as biodegradable plastic goals of exercising sovereignty, we want and policy, our team developed the need to test and grow Industrial replacements, hemp paper, people to understand the beginning and for a curfew law to be implemented for Hemp. The Team learned a and fiber for clothing. development of the Oneida constitu- Oneida. The purpose of the Curfew Law great deal about procurement tion. Educational sessions will increase is to protect the health, safety, and wel- of industrial hemp, its growth Upper Oneida update – the community member’s knowledge fare of the persons and property within characteristics, labor require- If you have been in upper of where we want to be as a Nation the reservation by regulating activities of ments, post-harvest process- Oneida lately, you may have and how the constitution benefits the minors on the reservation during certain ing, and marketability. The noticed the green fencing is long-term needs. We want to continue hours, while imposing certain obliga- project was defined to be a gone, finally! This area is to to share knowledge on our government tions and responsibilities on the parents pilot project to understand be used for a future park and structure, history, and how it came to and/or guardians of a minor for the con- the different hemp varieties multi-functional area. Cur- be. The first educational sessions will trol and supervision of that minor. The and different end-use prod- rently the team is in Phase 1, go back into our history and explain our law prohibits any minor from being on ucts that can be produced clean-up the site with park- traditional form of governance and how any public space between 10p-6a within with hemp. Grain, CBD, and ing. Sidewalks are scheduled that came to be. There will be two edu- the boundaries of the reservation, unless fiberare the basic parts of the for the spring of 2020. Phase cation sessions to be held at the Com- accompanied by a parent/guardian. plant that can be processed into many 2, is to have space for the community to munity Education Center (CEC), with products. Hemp is a very diverse crop, utilize for entrepreneurship, connectivi- our guest speaker Bob Brown. Session I Hemp update – This year an Indus- but regulation and lack of infrastructure ty opportunities and to provide a social will be Dec 16 from 5:00-7:00pm – Es- trial Hemp team piloted the growth of have prevented its marketability. Our gathering place. tablishing the Clans. As we start the new hemp. We planted 10 acres specifically intention with this pilot project was to year, session II will be Jan 13 from 5:00- for fiber, 20 acres for grain and in the get experience growing grain, CBD, and “When you sit and you counsel for the 7:00pm – Putting it together as Gover- green house, we planted one acre for fiber varieties and monitor the variables welfare of the people, think not of your- nance. CBD. Due to record rainfalls, plant that affect the crop such as climate, ag- self, nor of your family, nor even your growth was not as successful as hoped. ronomic practices, and operations. We generation.” – Peacemaker T
Oneida Higher Education 920-869-4033 or 800-236-2214, Ext. 4033 Located at Ridgeview Plaza, 3759 W. Mason St, Suite 3 Education November 21, 2019 • Úskah Yaw<=l#= 11 Oneida Higher Education thanks supporters of College Fair The Oneida Higher Education Depart- to attend, but were prepared to discuss ment hosted a High School College Fair their questions and thoughts with the on Thursday, October 10th, 2019. The representatives. Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Com- The Oneida Higher Education staff munity co-sponsored this event. With would also like to extend a thank you to their generous donation, two hundred our volunteers. We would like to thank ten (210) high school students attended Melissa Nuthals from Oneida’s Legis- the event, meeting with colleges, college lative Affairs Department, Elvis Walkin programs and military representatives from Oneida’s MIS Desktop Services and discussing their plans for the future. Team, and Kennedy Metoxen from There were a total of 37 tables providing Achieve Brown County for their assis- students with information. This included tance the day of the fair. 27 colleges/universities, 4 information/ We also wish to thank representatives resource tables, 3 branches of the United of the Business Committee for their sup- States Military, and 3 educational pro- port along with Rosa Laster for helping grams/scholarships. in registration and evaluations, Fawn Oneida Bingo and Casino and Oneida Billie and Jennifer Webster for helping Transit donated their time and services the students with resources and infor- to provide transportation for local high mation, and David “Fleet” Jordan and schools. The Oneida Higher Education Kirby Metoxen for helping to ensure the Kali photo/Christopher Johnson staff would like to extend a special thank students had a positive experience. you to Jeff Prevost with Oneida Bingo Students attending the High School College Fair could learn about and Casino and Ellie Doxtator with The college selection process can be local universities as well as others from around the country. Oneida Transit for their hard work and very overwhelming and the Oneida dedication to ensuring students are able Higher Education Department is dedi- to participate in the college Fair. cated to providing services to help stu- Although some students attend the dents navigate this process. The High event on their own or with their parents, School College Fair provides students the majority of the students attend with with the opportunity to explore the op- their high school. The YES staff, Title portunities available to them and dis- VI representatives, and school support cuss key factors important to them for and administration put in a lot of time the selection process. We are grateful to and work organizing the student’s atten- have the opportunity to be a part of their dance. We would like to thank all high journey and grateful to all the volunteers school staff who worked diligently to who make this a successful event each ensure the students were not only able year. High School College Fair Prize Winners Thank you to all of the students who completed an evaluation also had the attended the Oneida Higher Education oppourntity to win prizes donated from Department’s 2019/20 High School Col- the colleges and universities (t-shirts, lege Fair. Thank you to the students who bags, hats, etc). completed the evaluations in an effort to help us improve the High School Col- The winner of the Beats Solo3 lege Fair. Your feedback is appreciated. Wireless headphones was Luciana Vera- This year, we gave away a pair of Cantu from Seymour High School. The Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones and winner of the Microsoft Surface Go was a Microsoft Surface Go. Students who Jack Marsh from Pulaski High School.
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Snow Days — The Inside Scoop Don’t Forget the Annual Ski Trip! the television stations and calls Linda end up going. He starts the elimination By Julia Waupoose-Skenandore By Mariah Barber process by looking at everyone’s first se- Thunderhawk Times Jenkins, ONSS Business Manager, and Thunderhawk Times Corrina Charles, Head Cook. Linda calls mester grades and their attendance. Part One of a Two-Part Series One of the highlights of most ONHS the radio stations.” He then crosses off students have Every student loves a snow day. You school years is the annual ski trip to Up- “All of these contacts have special major write-ups including out of school can sleep in or watch TV or movies. per Michigan’s Pine Mountain. The trip codes to contact them for the messages,” suspensions. Normally, 35 kids make A few snow days a year are okay, but usually happens in early to mid-March. Mousseau continued. “I also call Mr. the list to attend the field trip while the if there are too many, sometimes, they It’s a day out of school with fun on Tony Romandine so he can send out top 25 has what he likes to call the “first can be added to the end of the school the ski hill and a tasty meal in Pine a message on the phone to staff and right of refusal.” year making the school year longer than Mountain’s “Famers Sports Bar & parents, letting them know we have NO If a student does not want to participate, originally scheduled. Grill.” Oneida is the only school that is SCHOOL due to weather conditions and kids from the alternate list will be asked This is a decision usually made by the allowed to eat at their restaurant due to slippery roads.” to go. Oneida Nation School Board. our mature reputation. It isn’t always snow that closes school, So, ONHS students, watch your While the student handbook does not According to Denis Gullickson, Owat- according to Mousseau. “There may academics, attendance and behavior as spell out exactly how many snow days sileh Coordinator, who usually organiz- also be sub-zero temperatures that are this first semester continues through can be forgiven in a winter, a lot can es the trip, about 25 students usually January 15. depend on that year’s winter weather. considering before closing. This has According to District Administrator, happened a few times in the past couple Sharon Mousseau, the decision to call of years.” “PFL” a Graduation Requirement Other school districts are also off school “is reached before 5 AM.” By Kaleigh Johnson As a result, every ONHS graduate will “If the snow begins during the sometime consulted. “There have been a few occasions that Thunderhawk Times have to pass the course. It’s not taught evening,” said Mousseau, “I consult ONHS used to require 23 credits to by a teacher though; the course is all with Principal Skenandore, who is also storms come early in the evening. In those cases, I am on a superintendent a graduate. These days, it’s 23.5. online. assessing the road conditions. We may It was the addition of a half-credit class Students can do it at school, at home, get a call from Lamers (bus company) “calling tree,” with other districts, such as Seymour. They will call us if they called “Personal Financial Literacy” that or anywhere internet is available, but updating us about the road conditions accounted for the increase. you have to keep up with the lessons and bus routes. We do have rural roads are closing, then we will usually do the same.” The addition was made because it was every day. that are not cleared and may present for kids to learn about money, bills, and The course is quite easy to do. You get hazards. We also consult with OPD prior That doesn’t mean that the job is done. “Then,” said Mousseau, “I need to watch all that “adult business.” taught by someone in a video that are to making the final decision. The priority The goal of the course is to help usually about 5-10 minutes long. After is to keep all of our students safe.” the news to see if our school appears on the screen, before I return to sleep for a students learn about life after high the video, you then answer about 10 From there the process involves school. It helps teach students about questions about the lesson. getting the information out. few more hours.” Next Issue: How many snow days do loans, credit, and how to prepare them There is also reviews and tests “After the decision is made,” for adult life. included as well. Mousseau said, “I call my assistant, we get, when and how they are made Debbie Reiter-Mehojah, who contacts up and dealing with changing weather patterns. THT November 21, 2019 • Áhs< Yaw<=l#= 13 And So We T-Hawks Basketball Season Has Started By Tianna Tovar-Penass tice, shouting “Let’s GOO! Keep your pionship!” Thunderhawk Times head on a swivel and stay mentally Javon Webster says these next few Walked For most ONHS “ballers,” it’s been a strong.” weeks will most likely be getting in For the boys, practice started on Mon- shape, running a lot, dribbling, shoot- by Tianna Tovar-Penass long time coming. Too long, in fact. Thunderhawk Times But the time has arrived, and the day, November 18, 2019. ing, layups, being a sound and function- 2019-2020 season is here. According to players Mason King, al team playing together. With a famous uncle like Wes Studi, Meshan Matchopatow , Chaske Jacobs, This year, the boys basketball team the first Native American actor ever to The Lady T-Hawks have just 6 return- ing players and 5 new players. We are and Hudson King, they will most like- has18 players as the season gets under- receive an Academy award, Delanna ly be focusing on defense, getting in way. Studi has become famous in her own led by three seniors: Malia Jacobs, Sa- die Schuman, and Ciah Danforth. shape, and having team chemistry. The first game for both the girls and right. She is a Cherokee actor who ap- Alex Vansteel, who joins the team this boys is November 26, 2019 when the pears in “Dream Keeper,” “Edge of Under first-year head coach, Lee Last- er, the ladies have been going through year, says he wants to focus on “just guys play at Bowler and the girls play America” and “Shameless.” She is also working hard, playmaking, doing what at New Lutheran High School. Let’s go an activist. drills, getting conditioned, and doing some scrimmaging. he can to keep everyone on the team be- T-Hawks! Ms.Studi visited Oneida Nation High cause it takes all of them to win a cham- School on Wednesday, November 13, Laster is usually heard at team prac- the day before ONHS juniors and se- niors saw her one-woman play, “And So ONHS Staff and We Walked,” at UWGB. The play was Veterans Day Observed based on her experience walking the in- By Talon Peltier came Armistice Day and, in 1933, it be- famous “Trail of Tears” defined online Thunderhawk Times came Veterans Day. Students React to as “as a series of forced relocations of “The 11th hour of the 11th day of the Veterans have always been celebrated approximately 60,000 Native Ameri- 11th month.” This is when World War 1 in Oneida, so it’s no surprise that ONHS Studi Visit cans in the United States from their an- ended, but it refers to 11am Paris time. sets aside time on the school day nearest By Adrian Escamea Thunderhawk Times cestral homelands in the Southeastern This is how the Newarks marked the November 11 to honor area vets. United States, to areas to the west of the end of World War 1, so-called “War to This year about 8 vets joined ONHS When playwright and activist DeLan- Mississippi River that had been desig- End All Wars.” Eventually, the date be- staff and students for some sharing, a na Studi visited ONHS on Wednesday, nated as Indian Territory.” social dance and lunch. November 13, this writer was one of the In an interview with these “Thunder- “Thunderhawk Times” reporters to in- hawk Times” reporters, Studi said that, terview her. when she walked on the trail of tears, Students prepare for civics exam their local school board. Following her visit, I asked staff and and did research for the play, she walked By Adrian Escamea students some of their impressions of Thunderhawk Times At ONHS, this requirement is tak- with her father. that visit. As to the length of time various parts of en seriously. Social Studies instructor Any students graduating from a Wis- “Pretty great,” said one student. “I the project took, Studi said, “We walked Jeanne Lillich, who oversees the admin- consin high school (starting with the leaned many new things from her.” the trail for 6 weeks — 990 miles.” She istration of the test said, “It is a required class of 2017) “takes a civics test com- “She was in one of my favorite mov- also spent “a year of research” and she item to be completed in order to be able prised of 100 questions that are iden- ies, “Dreamcatcher,” said another stu- wrote the play “in two months and did to graduate. A high school diploma will tical to the 100 questions that may be dent. “And I didn’t even know that until a second draft and had it done by No- not be issued without this.” asked of an individual during the pro- she told the school. vember.” The threshold for passing the test is cess of applying for U.S. Citizenship by “I think it’s great to have someone We asked how she had felt when she 65%. According to Lillich, “Students the United States Citizenship and immi- like DeLanna Studi visit the school,” walked the trail she said, “I experienced will be scheduled to re-take the test un- gration Services and the pupil correctly said Owatsileh Coordinator and journal- it with my body; I got chills.” She said til they reach the pass threshold score of answers at least 65 of those questions.” ism teacher Denis Gullickson. “She is she also “felt trauma.” 65 correct out of 100 questions.” That is the summary of the civ- a working author bringing her words to “I did not do research when we The test is set to be administered at ics requirement from Wis. stat. Sec. the stage for everyone to see. I found her walked.” ONHS on December 11 for upperclass- 118.33(1m) (a) 1, section 3266R that all work compelling and was so glad that ONHS staff and students said that they men who have not taken the test yet or students graduating from a Wisconsin she visited ONHS, made herself avail- really enjoyed her visit and thought “it have failed it in a previous year. Fresh- High School must meet in addition to able and joined us for a social dance.” was cool.” men will be taking the test on May 20. the academic credit requirements set by Studi was born in Muldrow, OK on June 4, 1976. She attended the Universi- ty of Arkansas – Fort Smith. Her parents https://oneida-nsn.gov/education/oneida-nation-school-system/ are Thomas and Carolyn Studi. middle-high-school/ Passing On… 14 Kay# Yaw<=l#= • November 21, 2019
Biddle, Joan M. (nee Skenandore) Delfosse, Ramona Marie (Metoxen) Delfosse, Ramona Marie (Cont.) ______Elm, Bernice J. November 10, 2019 July 11, 1930 – November 10, 2019 September 30, 1945-November 14, 2019 Joan passed away Ramona Marie (Metoxen) learned how to weave traditional baskets Bernice J. Elm, age 74, peacefully in her sleep on Delfosse, 89, Oneida, passed as a member of the Oneida Basket Guild. of Green Bay, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019. away peacefully surrounded Survivors include her children; Paula Thursday, November 14, She is preceded in death by by loved ones on Sunday, Schommer, Lynn (Rebecca) Schommer, 2019. Bernice was born her children, Wanda (Davis), November 10, 2019. The Cheryle Schommer, Bonnie Delfosse September 30, 1945 the Karl, Robert and Gerald; and oldest child of Patterson and Darlene (Tim) Flunker. Ramona daughter of the late Howard and Luella their father, the late Delmer Sr. and Elizabeth Louise (Peters) Metoxen, is further survived by her siblings; (John) Elm. Joan’s legacy and strength will Ramona was born at home in Kaukauna Norma (Gerald) Rammer and Lois Bernice was a passionate reader and continue through her surviving children, on July 11, 1930. Metoxen Strong; grandchildren, great- enjoyed researching Oneida Genealogy Judy, Margaret, Richard, Russell, Ramona was a trailblazer of sorts. grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and photography in her spare time. After Delmer Jr and Dennis; along with her 29 She was an avid swimmer and diver and other extended family members. graduating at West DePere High School, Grandchildren, 46 Great Grandchildren at Menasha High School back in the She was preceded in death by her Bernice moved to Milwaukee. Her and and 3 Great-Great Grandchildren. 1940s. She was a hard worker her entire parents, Patterson and Louise; daughter, her son moved to New Orleans where Her passion for the Green Bay Packers, life; starting her career at the Menasha Colleen; husband, Donald; brother, they lived for 13 years while working in sassy sense of humor, nurturing nature, Tissue Mills and working as a machine Patrick (Sondra) Metoxen; as well as the insurance industry. and unconditional love, will be deeply attendant at R. Sabee for 37 years. other members of her extended family. After relocating back to the Oneida missed by all who love her. Ramona had four children with her Family and friends visited at Ryan reservation Bernice worked for the first husband, Nicholas Schommer, and Funeral Home, 305 N. Tenth Street, De Oneida Tribe for over 30 years at Oneida she was a homemaker for years as she Pere, on Friday, November 15, 2019. Housing, Dept. Of Land Management Danforth, Dacian Dae raised Paula, Lynn, Cheryle and Colleen. Burial will take place at a future date at and Seven Generations Corp. She July 20, 1993 – November 16, 2019 In the late 1960s, Ramona married Oneida Methodist Cemetery. was very proud of her professional Dacian Dae Danforth, Donald Delfosse. Together they had To send online condolences to accomplishments while humbly serving 26, Oneida, passed away twin daughters, Bonnie and Darlene. Ramona’s family, please visit www. the Oneida community. Saturday November 16, She was an fan of Elvis and she ryanfh.com. Bernice is survived by, her son, James; 2019. He was born July 20, enjoyed Packers and Badgers games. sister Laverne Bichanich (Steve), many 1993. She liked slots (even though she wasn’t nieces, nephews, to include, Lori Lutz, Dacian graduated from Denny, Darlene M. very lucky) but always seemed to win September 12, 1943 – October 27. 2019 Michelle (Moon) Hill, Kylene and Jonas West High School in 2012, and attended if she got a number on a football board. Hill, Kurtiss Popovich, Abby and Belle College of the Menominee, where he God called Darleen M. She was a baby whisperer and a dog Denny, 74, home to be with Lutz, and Taylor and Bryce Moore and studied Residential Building for year. whisperer. extended family and friends. Bernice’s He loved to spend time with his him forever. Loving wife Ramona loved her family and holidays family would like to thank her dear children, traveling to pow-wows and of Gordon, shared 58 years dancing (Grassdancer and Traditional and birthdays were her favorite times. together. friend Babe Doxtator and close cousin dancer in his younger years), singing, She loved to give gifts, cook and bake She was a very loving and classy Jenny Gautreaux for all their support. and loved the Packers, Bucks, and from scratch. In her later years, Ramona person. She will forever fly with God, She was preceded in death by her Brewers. the Angels and Eagles. She will never parents and siblings, Reginald, Curtis, Dacian is survived by his children; be forgotten in the hearts of those who Kenneth, Jane, and Phyllis. Taelafay Marie Danforth, Messiah Family and friends visited on Sunday, Danforth, Dacian Dae (Cont.) ______loved her. Vincent-Herbert Danforth, Jalayah W. Darleen is the mother of Trent (Julie); November 17, 2019 at the Ryan Funeral Danforth, Miyah Dae Danforth, Anthony Dennison Danforth Jr. Jeffrey and her late son, Kent. Home & Crematory, 305 N. Tenth St, De Nelson Powless, and Daelynn Daniyah He was preceded in death by his special She is the grandmother of Kaylee Pere, WI. Danforth. His Parents; Rosalyn Danforth uncle Shaun W. Danforth, grandfather and Megan; and great-grandmother of Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send (Ociel Cruz), Sunrise Denny, 8 brothers Richard Danforth, his special cousin Jackson. condolences to the family. and 2 sisters; Randall Denny (Margaret Dylan J. Neconish, and grandparents; She is further survived by two sisters, Danforth), Raymond Denny , Sunrise Evelyn and Dennsion Danforth Sr. Beth and Gail; Numerous nieces and Sage Denny, Leon D. Denny, Raina Visitation took place Wednesday nephews and friends. Additional Obituaries on Pg. 15 Danforth, Jasiah Danforth, Evander November 20, 2019 at Oneida Danforth, Kainan Danforth, LaDainan Longhouse with Bob Brown officiating. Danforth, and Keira Danforth-Cruz, Special thanks to the Firekeepers, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and all the donations, they have been and nephews. Grandmother; Eleanore overwhelming. Special thanks also to OLIPP Oneida Life Insurance Plan Plus Danforth, Aunts; Denise Lopez, Angela the Buffalo Creek Singers. Call Oneida Trust Enrollment Dept., (920) 869-6212 Danforth, Danielle Vidal-River, His Ryan Funeral Home, De Pere is Uncle Steve Danforth, and Great Uncle assisting the family. Passing On… November 21, 2019 • Tsya=t@k Wisk 15
Malone, Charleen Schuyler, Kenneth Thomas, Edward “Eddie” H. February 26, 1959 – November 7, 2019 April 30, 1938 – November 7, 2019 February 4, 1977 – November 12, 2019 Charleen O. Malone, age Kenneth Schuyler, age Edward H. “Eddie” Thomas, 60, passed away peacefully 81, of Oneida, passed away 42, passed away of natural at home on Thursday, Thursday, November 7, 2019. causes on November 12, 2019. November 07, 2019. Char Ken was born April 30, 1938 The son of Edward Thomas was born on February 26, the son of the late Edward Jr. and Mary Nell Hill was born 1959, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the and Mildred (Schuyler) Anderson. on February 4, 1977 in Chicago. On late Raymond and Yvonne Creapeau. Ken spent four-years active duty with the US Navy. He served 26 years in the February 9, 2008, he married Rosalba Char was united in marriage to Marv Naval Reserves. Kenneth was an avid Mendez-Sotelo. “Buttons” Malone on September 27, outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and Eddie had a big heart and was always 1995. She was a nurse for over 30 fishing. He was a kind and gentle soul willing to help others, especially the ones years and loved taking care of others. and will be missed. he loved. He loved camping, cooking, Char enjoyed cooking and spending Ken is survived by, his son-in-law, watching movies and being surrounded time with her family, especially her Paul Bahr; his siblings, many nieces, by friends and family. He was constantly grandchildren. Every family gathering nephews, extended family and friends. joking around and always put a smile on brought Char joy as she surrounded He was preceded in death by his, people’s faces. herself with laughter and love. She parents and his daughter, Medina Bahr. He is survived by his wife, Rosalba enjoyed going to bingo and playing Family and friends visited on Saturday, Mendez-Sotelo; mother, Mary Kopka; slots on her iPad. November 16, 2019 at Ryan Funeral Home & Crematory, 305 N. Tenth St, siblings, Corey, Paul and Laura Kopka; Char is survived by: her husband, De Pere, WI. Funeral services followed Dorothy Ramirez; Godparents, Salvador Marv “Buttons” Malone; her children, with Full Military Honors. Please visit and Martha Esparza; as well as other Tanya (Cruz) Malone, Crystal www.ryanfh.com to send condolences to extended family members. (Antwoine) Malone and Melodi (Jon) the family. Eddie was preceded in death by his Thiex; her grandchildren, LaKeisha, Ken’s family would like to thank Anna brother, Keith Kopka; grandparents Trinity, Taylor, LeeAllen, Daquan, John Nursing Home for their gentle care. Corneil Hill and Miram Doxtator; Jamilla, Jylian, Trenton, Baby Cruz, A memorial fund has been established Cheryl Cloud; and other members of the and Ayana; her siblings, Marilyn, Kathy in Ken’s name. extended family. (Gerald), Raymond (Alphia), Ronnie, Family and friends visited Ryan Quentin (Cindy), Michael (Mary), OLIPP Oneida Life Funeral Home, 305 N. Tenth Street, De Creasa (Bob), and Yvette (Randean). Insurance Plan Plus Pere on Sunday, November 17, 2019. She is further survived by several Call Oneida Trust Enrollment Dept., Burial took place Monday, November nieces, nephews, and other relatives. (920) 869-6212 18, 2019 at Holy Apostles Cemetery in She was preceded in death by: her Oneida. daughter, Evon E. Malone; her parents, Raymond and Yvonne Creapeau and step father, Mike Rudesill; her brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Eva Evon Lasher; and her grandsons, Baby Boy Malone and LaRenz. Services were held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the Stockbridge Munsee Elderly Center in Bowler with Pastor Paul Johnson officiating. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com
Obituaries There is NO charge for obituary notices to be published in Kalihwisaks the for enrolled Visit us on: Facebook Oneida citizens. 16 Y@=yahk Yaw<=l#= • November 21, 2019 Local Clear Snow and After 20 years, Washington tribe Ice from mailboxes Keep Letter Carriers safe hopes to hunt whales again as they deliver mail for the By Gene Johnson that promised them the ``right of taking in 2005. The process repeatedly stalled holidays Associated Press fish and of whaling or sealing at usual as new scientific information about the and accustomed grounds.’’ They killed whales and the health of their population ONEIDA, WI – With a forecast of SEATTLE (AP) – Patrick DePoe was whales until the 1920s, giving it up be- was uncovered. severe weather across the state this in high school the last time his Native cause commercial whaling had devastat- Some of the Makah whalers became week, the U.S. Postal Service is asking American tribe in Washington state was ed gray whale populations. so frustrated with the delays that they customers to please help our letter allowed to hunt whales. He was on a ca- By 1994, gray whales in the eastern went on a rogue hunt in 2007, killing a carriers deliver mail safely by clearing noe that greeted the crew towing in the Pacific Ocean had rebounded and they gray whale that got away from them and snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and body of a gray whale. His shop class were removed from the endangered spe- sank. They were convicted in federal mailboxes. worked to clean the bones and reassem- cies list. Seeing an opportunity to re- court. “Snow and ice make delivery ble the skeleton, which hangs in a tribal claim its heritage, the tribe announced NOAA Fisheries has proposed regu- dangerous and slow,” said Oneida museum. plans to hunt again. lations allowing the tribe to harvest 20 Postmaster Bruce Cole. “Maintaining a Two decades later, he and the Makah The Makah trained for months in the whales over a decade, with limits on clear path to the mail box – including Tribe _ the only American Indians with ancient ways of whaling and received the timing of the hunts to minimize the steps, porches, walkways and street a treaty right to hunt whales _ are still the blessing of federal officials and the chance of killing endangered Western approach – will help letter carriers waiting for government permission to International Whaling Commission. Pacific gray whales. maintain consistent delivery service and hunt again as their people historically They took to the water in 1998 but didn’t The population of Eastern Pacific gray help them get those cards and packages did. The tribe, in the remote northwest succeed until the next year, when they whales, which number about 27,000, is delivered in time for the holidays.” corner of Washington’s Olympic Penin- harpooned a gray whale from a hand- strong, despite a recent die-off that has Customers receiving door delivery sula, hopes to use the whales for food carved cedar canoe. A tribal member in resulted in hundreds washing up on West should make sure their sidewalks, and to make handicrafts, artwork and a motorized support boat killed it with a Coast beaches, federal scientists say. steps and porches are clear. Customers tools they can sell. high-powered rifle to minimize its suf- The hearing that began Thursday will receiving curbside delivery should The tribe’s plans have been tied up in fering. focus on highly technical arguments remove snow piles left by snow plows legal fights and layers of scientific- re The hunts drew protests from animal about whether the tribe meets the re- to keep access to their mailboxes clear view. The next step is a weeklong admin- rights activists, who sometimes threw quirements for a waiver. for letter carriers. istrative hearing that began Thursday in smoke bombs at the whalers and sprayed ``There isn’t a big conservation is- Delivery service may be delayed or Seattle. Whatever the result, it’s likely to fire extinguishers into their faces. Others sue here,’’ said Donna Darm, a retired curtailed whenever streets or walkways be stuck in further court challenges, with veered motorboats between the whales NOAA official who began working on present hazardous conditions for letter animal rights activists vowing to block and the tribal canoes to interfere with the the issue in 2005 and still does as a con- carriers or when snow is plowed the practice they call unnecessary and hunt. Authorities seized several vessels tractor. against mailboxes. “The Postal Service barbaric. and made arrests. The Sea Shepherd Conservation Soci- curtails delivery only after careful ``It shouldn’t have taken 20 years to be After animal rights groups sued, the ety and Animal Welfare Institute oppose consideration, and only as a last resort,” where we’re at now,’’ said DePoe, a trib- 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals over- the hunts. They argue that NOAA’s envi- says Cole. “Any curtailed mail is al council member. ``People ask how it turned federal approval of the tribe’s ronmental review has been inadequate, attempted the next delivery day.” makes me feel. I want to ask, `How does whaling plans. The court found that the it’s not clear to what extent the whales’ Blue collection boxes also need to be it make you feel that this is the process tribe needed to obtain a waiver under the recent die-off has hurt the population, kept clear for our customers to deposit we’re having to go through to exercise a 1972 Marine Mammal Protection Act. and the Marine Mammal Protection Act their mail and for the Postal Service to right that’s already been agreed upon?’ Eleven Alaska Native communities in may have voided the tribe’s treaty right. collect the mail for delivery. Residents It’s a treaty right. It’s settled law.’’ the Arctic have such a waiver for subsis- They also say the tribe cannot claim a and businesses with collection boxes In 1855, the Makah, a tribe that now tence hunts, allowing them to kill bow- near their property are asked to keep numbers about 1,500, turned over 470 head whales _ even though bowheads • See 24, them clear of snow and ice. “We want square miles (1,217 square kilome- are listed as endangered. Whale hunt our letter carriers to be safe,” adds Cole. ters) of land to the U.S. under a treaty The Makah tribe applied for a waiver “We can only do this with the help of our customers.” The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. Local November 21, 2019 • Tsya=t@k Yaw^=le 17 From page 1/Employment competition
Despite the difficulty in recruiting and der our umbrella have longer weekend Employee feedback is also anoth- Despite some budgetary limitations, retaining quality employees, the Oneida hours and they’re working to be aware er component taken into consideration the Oneida Nation continues to flourish Nation continues to find ways to over- with current employees and new hires when HRD attempts to ascertain what due to the hard work and dedication of its come these obstacles. “Our Gaming Di- to meet their flexible-scheduling needs. areas, if any, need adjustments. “Em- employees across all areas. And the Hu- vision has raised their minimum wage, And shift differentials for Gaming, Re- ployee feedback, like an exit evaluation man Resources Department, along with however some of our other programs tail, and medical professionals are given for example, allows workers to express their recruiters, continues to find ways and divisions are still hiring at the tribal for those who work evening and over- their concerns, positive and negative, to attract and retain quality workers in minimum,” Alvarez said. “So, we need night hours. which gives us an idea of how certain this very challenging hiring market. The to be more consistent across the orga- “Another big piece we need to look at areas may do better,” Hill-Valenzuela Nation continues to be an employment nization when it comes to that. But our as a whole is performance-based wage said. “We really take their feedback to leader throughout northeast Wisconsin, benefits are nothing short of phenome- increases,” Alvarez said. “At this point heart and we want them all to know that. and the tribe doesn’t appear to be show- nal, and this is a huge recruitment tool. in time we can’t give stellar employ- We know there’s always room for im- ing any signs of slowing down. Especially with our incredible paid time ees a deserved wage increase. They get provement.” off benefits.” the same standard raise that everybody Another way the tribe has worked to gets across the board, but that’s an issue stay competitive is by broadening its that’s out of our realm at this point and recruitment efforts. “We’ve gone into needs to be adjusted.” posting our available positions beyond Yet another huge recruitment and re- just on our Oneida webpage,” Oneida tention tool the tribe can now use is the Nation Human Resources Recruiter Ni- recent announcement that the Oneida cole Hill-Valenzuela said. “Millennials Nation will be rolling out 100 percent today simply go on their phones to look employer paid health insurance premi- for jobs. Many times they’ll put their re- ums for the year 2020. This pleasant sume out there and wait for emails and announcement caught many employees texts back. So, I think being technolo- by surprise. “The 100 percent employer gy-based and getting the jobs out there paid health insurance premiums are, in on other websites and social media is part, a result of other health plan chang- very important because that’s just the es that are being implemented in 2020,” era we live in now. We also attend a lot Joshua Cottrell, Compensation and Ben- of the area job fairs throughout Brown efits Director for the Oneida Nation, County, so we definitely have our hands said. “One of the changes will be that in that as well.” the Nation’s health plan will become the “We also work with area colleges payor of last resort when other insurance like NWTC, UWGB, and College of is present. The change to payor of last Menominee Nation to try to recruit pros- resort will be implemented in phases pects before they graduate,” Alvarez over the next few years and has the po- said. “We do our best to work every av- tential for the Nation to save significant- enue to get to those tribal members who ly on health care costs. are enrolled in college or high school “Implementing these types of health and find out what field they’re interested plan changes allows the Nation to con- in. For example if somebody’s interest- tinue to offer a health plan that is afford- ed in pharmacy, we’ll send our job de- able to employees,” Cottrell said. “This, scription to them and actually network in turn, allows the Nation to continue to with them through our Higher Education be a leader in our benefits offerings and Department.” assist the Nation with our recruitment Of course once the Oneida Nation has and retention efforts. Our medical pre- landed an employee and that individual miums are reviewed and determined an- has proven their value to the organiza- nually, and our intent may be to continue tion, the next step is retaining the ser- the 100 percent employer paid medical vices of that worker. “A big piece of premiums, but they are reviewed an- employee retention is scheduling flex- nually to determine if adjustments are ibility,” Alvarez said. “Some areas un- needed.” 18 T#klu> Yaw^=le • November 21, 2019 Health Oneida Nation Worksites Improve Lactation Services 1. The Oneida worksites that most re- Program to support staff that were cently took advantage of the free nursing moms. The Main and West breastfeeding promotional items and Mason Casinos and the Gaming Em- made an area for moms and/or edu- ployee Services Building all received cational sections for the Oneida com- small fridges for staff to use to store munity are: the Oneida Library and breastmilk along with promotional the Oneida Daycare. items. On 9-26-19 the Oneida Gam- ing Administration completed a Draft 2. The Oneida worksite that was select- Standard Operating Procedure, “Ac- ed by the Oneida Prenatal Program to commodations for Nursing Mothers”. work with in developing a Lactation Policy for staff was Oneida Gaming. 3. The next step is to assess other Oneida The largest gaming buildings were worksites and give recommendations offered supplies by Oneida Prenatal for improving lactation services for
Submitted photo The Oneida Library was one worksite that improved its area for nursing mothers. staff. This initiative is supported by tion and want your worksite assessed, the Oneida Business Committee who please contact Candi Cornelius, 920- adopted Tribal Resolution, “Oneida 869-4940. The process works faster Nation Support Public Breastfeed- and better when there are involved ing”. If you work for the Oneida Na- staff from a department. Oneida Health Center (920) 869-2711 or (866) 869-2711 Local November 21, 2019 • W@=tehlu> Yaw^le 19 Hunters, Brag on your buck
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Submitted photo Join us Black Friday & Super Saturday! Jeremy Wheelock harvested this 14-pointer on November 9th at 7:45. Wheelock said two does and two small bucks came through earlier that morning. A third doe came through with the buck trailing behind her about 70 yds. Wheelock states it’s his biggest buck so far. $ AG announces $1.5m to expand 50,000 drug and diversion courts MADISON, WI (AP) – Attorney courts, support the Ho-Chunk Nation’s General Josh Kaul is divvying up $1.5 drug court and help Shawano County’s GIVEAWAY million in grants for drug courts. newly established drug court. The 2019-21 state budget includes The money also will be used to expand $1.5 million for expanding drug courts. treatment and diversion programs in 2,500 WINNERS Such courts provide alternatives to Adams, Buffalo, Marinette, Monroe, prosecution and incarceration for Pepin, Portage and Polk counties. offenders who abuse alcohol and other ONEIDA CASINO drugs. Gov. Tony Evers also appeared at the Kaul announced at news conference news conference. He called drug courts Monday that the money will go to help a “critical part’’ of criminal justice YEARS Official Casino of the 1994 2019 Green Bay Packers Door and Lafayette counties create drug system reform. Details at Players Club. Please gamble responsibly. 20 Tew@sh< • November 21, 2019 Local
Special to Kalihwisaks violence for Indian winning a contest with leaving her Indian name plated A treasure families.trove ofShe beautiful art to carryback in 1997on for her Yewanahel Legacy which means she puts her haron K. Sarnowski Yewan A treasure trove of beautiful art… A collage of Sharon Sarnowskis’ artwork depicts her undeniable talent as an artist. 22 Tew@sh^n T#ken • November 21, 2019 Local Oneida Royalty share experiences they’ve had thus far during their Reign selves to the Oneida Nation members hekoli swakwek! Hello everyone, in attendance. We attended another golf since becoming Jr. Miss Oneida outing that was raising money for cancer S2019-2020 in June, it has been a research and celebrated the birthday of very busy couple of months attending Lil Miss on the same day. Towards the all the events I have had the opportunity end of July we attended the Packer Train- to meet numerous individuals. ing Camp and met a few packer players. After a week of being crowned, the Go Pack Go! We also travelled to Sala- girls and I started off with many days at manca, New York and attended the 30th the LPGA event, where we were able to Annual Marvin “Joe” Curry Pow Wow. greet the only pro Native American fe- Furthermore, we also attended the 25th male golfer Gabby Lemieux along with Anniversary of the Oneida Casino. Our pro golfer Tiger Woods’ niece Cheyenne last event in July was the Tall Ships fes- Woods. As the weekend approached, we tival in Downtown Green Bay. This was then had to prepare to present ourselves my first time at the festival and the ships to our community for the first time. As were huge!! July was a busy month for nerve racking as these events were to at- the Royalty and we enjoyed all the op- tend, I love the way we hit the ground portunities we were given. running. At the beginning of August, we worked In the following days we took part a booth for at Fox Family Fun Night. A in restaurant week; we chose to eat at couple days later we travelled down to Prime Quarter. For me this was really Milwaukee for the State Fair. We partic- the day I was able to decompress. We ipated in the Dance show sponsored by had no crowns and no banners and not NATOW and got to explore the fair and too many pictures being taken, just me eat cream puffs. Closing the summer of and the girls beginning our sisterhood. 2019, Oneida Royalty went to the An- My favorite event thus far, would have cestral women event and shared Oneida to be our trip in July to the homelands social dance songs at Art Street. in New York. While visiting the Seneca At the end of the summer, I started community, we’re able to visit and sit in Miss Oneida my first year of graduate school in St. on a meeting about the Great Law, and Jr. Miss Oneida Yelihwanolu (Jaisah) Lee Louis. While at school, I have been able attend the 30th anniversary Salamanca Natavia Adams to come home and participate in the Powwow. Attending these events was hekoli Swakwek! Hello everyone, Packer Half-Time show and celebrate the most humbling experience, especial- I’m definitely ready and excited to see since being crowned Miss Oneida Indigenous Peoples Day with the Onei- ly the Great Law meeting, being able what the future holds for us as we have 2019-2020 in June, I have attended da Nation. Additionally, I am part of the to hear the similarities in our language just barely begun. Looking forward to S our upcoming events I hope we are able numerous events and met many individ- American Indian Student Association, at and watching the elders understand and uals along this journey. At the begin- my school, and we held a candle light converse with each other. Although I did to meet each other along the way. ning of our reign we attended the Erwin vigil for Indigenous Peoples Day. I try enjoy the meeting, my favorite part was Cottrell Golf Outing and from there we to come home as often as I can to ex- definitely the visit to a restaurant called Yaw^ko attended all 3 days of the Oneida Pow perience all the new opportunities and Togi’s. Wow. I enjoyed the food, especially the continue my growth as an Indigenous Hoka Potatoes, and meeting other royal- woman. I am grateful for all the expe- ty from across Turtle Island. In July, we riences and amazing individuals I have also attended the last year of the Onei- met across Turtle Island. da LPGA. We greeted spectators at the Welcome Tent and at the Veterans Pavil- I look forward to future events the ion. We also participated in the awards Oneida Royalty will participate in and ceremony by singing the women’s em- hope that our paths cross along the way! powerment song. This was an awesome experience being able to meet golfers Yaw^ko from around the world! The Royalty did the opening at their • See 23, firstGTC meeting and introduced them- Oneida Royalty Local November 21, 2019 • Tew@sh^n Áhs< 23 From page 22/Oneida Royalty Shekoli Swakweku, he first few months of my reign as Lil Miss Oneida 2019-2020 Thave been full of exciting and ad- venturous events pushing me out of my comfort zone to create life lasting expe- riences and friendships. The other royal- ty and I have been able to attend many events throughout Wisconsin such as the Wisconsin State Fair, Oneida Casino’s 25th Anniversary, Erwin Cottrell Golf Tournament, Indigenous Peoples Day, and a few others. We even got the hon- or to represent the Oneida Nation at the Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow in Salamanca, New York. We have said the opening address at the GTC meeting, greeted people at the Welcome tent and veterans pavilion at the LPGA at Thornberry Creek, sang the Women’s Power song at the LPGA Awards Ceremony, judged the apple pie contest at Big Apple Fest, stood on the field during the National Anthem ata Packer Game, and participated in three Smoke Dance shows at Art Street, just to name a few. These events had one thing in common, they gave us the amazing opportunity to meet new people and Lil’ Miss Oneida learn about their cultures and where they Yakatahawine Zacarias Skenandore came from. During the Family Film Festival in solute favorite event was in Salamanca, August Jr. Miss and Miss were not able NY at the Marvin “Joe” Curry powwow. to attend so I had to hold down the fort. I It was a great honor to be able to repre- ran the games station and gave out can- sent the Oneida Nation and meet all the (920) dy to the children. After finishing my people there. While we weren’t on the 496-5320 shift at the games area, I was able to job, we swam at Allegheny State Park. get a henna tattoo and watched some of It was so fun! the films. This has been the only event I GTC Legal Resource Center have been to by myself and it went well. These first few months have been The GTC Legal Resource Center The GTC Legal Resource Center Some of my favorite events were the amazing and I am grateful for all the op- is now open as of: Advocates available to assist you Big Apple Fest where Jr. Miss and I ate portunities I have and will get to enjoy Wednesday, August 1, 2018. are: so much pie for the apple pie contest we at various events throughout my reign as are still good if we don’t see an apple Lil Miss Oneida. The office will provide legal Tsyoslake House pie anytime soon. The Packer Halftime advice and representation for show where we smokedanced in the Yaw^ko Oneida Nation Employees and middle of the field. But by far -my ab Yakatahawine Zacarias-Skenandore Tribal Enrolled Members that have any type of litigation at the Wesley Martin Jr. In observance Thanksgiving & Indian Day Oneida Judiciary. of… Oneida offices will be CLOSED on Ridgeview Plaza, Suite 8 | 3759 West Mason Street | Oneida, WI 54155 Thurs., Nov. 28th & Fri. Nov. 29th, 2019 24 Tew@sh< Kay# • November 21, 2019 Local From page 16/Whale hunts National Family Caregiver Month subsistence or cultural need to hunt after dictating what his tribe’s culture so many decades. requires. He recalled the pride he felt “The Makah’s family and tribal when the Makah crew succeeded, the traditions and rituals associated with joy of sharing the feast and the taste of its whaling history can continue the whale meat. without the resumption of whaling,’’ “I have a little brother who’s in the Animal Welfare Institute said in his 20s,’’ DePoe said. “He doesn’t a statement Thursday. ``The Makah remember it. I’m hoping one day he can could, if it chooses, attract and educate experience that.’’ untold numbers of visitors to its lands by promoting nonlethal use of whales Follow Gene Johnson at through whale watching.’’ https://twitter.com/GeneAPseattle DePoe chafes at outside groups Kali photos/Christopher Johnson November is National Family Caregiver Month, and the Oneida Elder Meal Site was the location for a special ‘Recharge & Renew’ event November 14. The event was sponsored by the Oneida Elder Services Native American Family Caregiver Program, the ADRC of Brown County, and the Brown County Caregiver Coalition. The event featured Oneida Nation Royalty, the School System Social Dance Singers, a message of encouragement from OBC Councilmember Kirby Metoxen (himself a caregiver for his father), and a keynote speech from former Wisconsin Governor Martin Schreiber. Schreiber, who shared lessons from his decade plus journey as an Alzheimer’s caregiver for his wife, has written a book, My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. (Above): Guests fill the Elder Meal Site to hear keynote speaker Martin Schreiber (below) discuss his journey as an Alzheimer’s caregiver for his wife, Elaine. Local November 21, 2019 • Tew@sh< Wisk 25 Traveling exhibit “I Am Not Invisible” unveiled MADISON, Wis. ~On Thursday, No- tion. With the new exhibit, Wisconsin es. By spotlighting the faces of this di- vember 7th, The Wisconsin Department becomes the latest state to participate verse segment of Wisconsin’s veterans’ of Veterans Affairs’ (WDVA) Wisconsin in the IANI project, which was initiated community, we continue an important Veterans Museum and Gov. Tony Evers by the Oregon Department of Veterans conversation about their contributions today unveiled a unique educational ex- Affairs in February 2017 as a way to to our country, as well as some of the hibit highlighting the military service of increase awareness and dialogue about challenges they may face.” dozens of Wisconsin women veterans. women veterans. Since then, the project Wisconsin’s IANI exhibit is a result of The “I Am Not Invisible” (IANI) ex- has grown to include nine states and 14 a partnership with the U.S. Department hibit, featuring 32 banners measuring cities. of Veterans Affairs’ Center for Women 6-feet tall with portraits of Wisconsin “Women are the fastest-growing Veterans and the WDVA’s Women Vet- women veterans, was unveiled during a group of military veterans in our coun- erans Program. formal ceremony at the Wisconsin State try,” WDVA Secretary Mary Kolar said. Capitol. “Despite that, women veterans still face • See 40, “Women military veterans deserve some significant barriers and challeng- equal recognition for the bravery and Traveling exhibit sacrifice they have demonstrated in their service to our country,” Gov. Evers said. “This exhibit not only showcases the diversity in Wisconsin’s women vet- erans, but it also highlights the unique stories many of them experienced in the military and afterward.” There are about 30,000 women vet- erans living in Wisconsin, or about 12 percent of the state’s veteran popula- Photos courtesy of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum Left: A banner of Oneida potter and Army veteran Rose Kerstetter is part of the “I Am Not Invisible” trav- eling exhibit. Below: Banners share the stories of Wisconsin women veterans. EHSD Contact: Find us online at: Pat Pelky, (920) 869-4590 http://www.oneidanation.org/environment/ [email protected] 26 Tew@sh< Y@=yahk • November 21, 2019 Office Hours: Mon.–Fri.: 8-4:30pm Backyard Chickens and Salmonella What is salmonella? • Salmonella is a bacteria that can make people ill and usually results in diarrhea, vomiting, fever and abdominal cramps for as long as a week. How does Salmonella spread to humans from chickens? • Salmonella infection occurs when bacteria enter the mouth. • It is common to think that salmonel- la infection only results from eating undercooked eggs or poultry, but live chickens can carry salmonella and the bacteria is easily spread to other sur- faces. Humans can become infected with salmonella by touching chickens (feathers, beak, and feet), or anything in their environment (bird droppings, cages, coops, feed or water dishes, hay, plants, and soil). • Children age 5 or younger with imma- ture immune systems, adults age 65 or older and sick people with weaker im- snuggling chickens and DO NOT kiss Nation citizen Jennifer Falck makes sure to wear designated boots that mune systems are more susceptible to chickens. she uses solely for tending to her birds. severe salmonella infection. • Children age 5 or younger, adults age chicken’s living area. brush or a dry cloth. DO NOT wash Tips for preventing Salmonella 65 or older and sick people should not • Clean chicken feed or water contain- eggs with COLD water because this infection handle chickens. ers outside only and regularly clean can flush salmonella bacteria off the • ALWAYS wash your hands with soap • DO NOT let chickens into your house, coop to reduce feces and dirt on eggs. shell into the egg. and hot water after touching chickens especially not in food contact areas. • Clean dirty eggs with sandpaper, a or anything in their living area (in- • Use a separate pair of shoes designat- cluding eggs). ed for outside use only when caring If you any have questions, please contact Vanessa Miller, public health • DO NOT touch your mouth after for chickens • DO NOT eat or drink in or around the at 920.869.4584 Local November 21, 2019 • Tew@sh< Tsya=t@k 27 Pet Safety Program: Straw For Sale Meet new staff members As part of the Oneida Pet Safety shelter in order to be comfortable and Brittany Nicho- My name is Program. The Environmental safe during these colder temperatures. las is the new San- Janelle Miller Department sells bales of straw to Bales of straw are available at the Little itarian Trainee of and I work with community members to help ensure the Bear Development Center for $ 3.00 per our Environmental the Environmen- well-being and comfort of your family bale. Health Program, tal, Health, Safety pets. Winter certainly has arrived early Best to call and confirm we still have under a two-year and Land Division this year! bales in stock before driving over to grant from Oneida as the Water Re- Please make sure your pets/animals Little Bear. If you any have questions, Human Resources sources Specialist. ALWAYS have adequate food, water and please call 869.4571. Department. The I earned my BA in grant is part of an Environmental Sci- If you any have questions, please call 920.869.4571 initiative to help ence in 2017 and Janelle Miller Brittany Nicholas post-college grad- will earn my MA Sanitarian Trainee uates gain job ex- in Ecological Res- Water Resources perience. She has a Bachelor of Science toration by the end Specialist Degree in Biology with an emphasis in of the year. I have previously interned biomedical sciences. She has previous- with Oneida, once as a Water Resources ly worked under Oneida EHSLD from Specialist and once with Aquaponics. I 2016 to 2019 in the Invasive Species am grateful for my past opportunities as Program. Brittany is enjoying learning they provided stepping stones and good about and assisting in all aspects of the fortune for me to work with Oneida Na- public health program and plans to at- tion once again. tain her Registered Sanitarian license by 2021. 7am–5:30pm • Including Lunch Hour Please remember-to be eligible, you must bring in your pet’s paperwork of services from a vet in Brown or Outagamie County, your nation ID, and you may be required to update your pet’s Oneida Nation Pet License if applicable. To better serve our customers, this program is available only on Tuesdays of each week at Little Bear Development Center, with guaranteed service throughout the entire day. These hours are available at LITTLE BEAR DEVELOPMENT CENTER at N7332 WATER CIRCLE PLACE. Normal business hours remain the same at the Conservation Office. Please Contact Vanessa Miller at 869-4553 with any questions or concerns. Contact Information • Patrick Pelky • Amy Spears Division Director, 920-869-4549 Environmental Specialist-Pollution [email protected] Prevention, 920-869-4549, [email protected] • Melis Arik Water Resource Specialist, 920-869- • Michael Troge 4566, [email protected] Environmental Project Manager, 920-869- 4572, [email protected] • Michael Arce Field Technician, 920-869-4552 [email protected] Congregate Meal Site Lee McLester II Building 2901 S. Overland Rd. 2907 S. Overland Rd. Oneida, WI 54155 DRUMS across Oneida Oneida, WI 54155 (920) 869-1551 DRUMS latest updates can be viewed at www.oneida-nsn.gov/elderservices (920) 869-2448 Wahsu=t#s Wehn$=tale> Long Night Moon 28 Tew@sh^n T#klu • November 21, 2019 December 2019 Speak to Live Operator, 24/7: (800) 867-1551 Elder Services Director: Elijah Metoxen, [email protected] DRUMS Contact: Sacheen Lawrence, [email protected] Indigenous Cultural Understandings of Alzheimer’s Disease Menu and Related Dementias Research and Engagement (ICARE) December 2019 Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is the tias in the American Indian/Alaska Ontario, Canada. Congregate Meal Site only Wisconsin Nation included in Native population are reported to be We are seeking to establish long- 2901 S. Overland Rd. a multisite project, called ICARE. 13.6% higher than among the White term partnerships that build research The project represents a partnership population. Yet, there is very little capacity and create sustainable in- 2 Monday between the Oneida Nation and the research exploring Indigenous un- terventions in the communities. Our Barbecued Chicken, Mashed University of Wisconsin, Madison’s derstandings of aging and dementia. ultimate goal is the development of Potatoes Broccoli, Cole Slaw, Alzheimer’s Disease Research Cen- Research efforts have not been culturally-grounded dementia edu- Fruit ter and the University of Minnesota, inclusive of American Indian/First cation tools and care interventions to 3 Tuesday Duluth’s Memory Keepers Medical Nations (AI/FN), and The Onei- improve outcomes and quality of life Ring Bologna, Parsley Boiled Discovery Team. The purpose of da Nation’s efforts are making sure for Indigenous families living with Potatoes, Carrots, Homemade this research partnership is to better their voices are represented. This is dementia. Bread, Fruit understand the impact of Alzhei- incredibly important, because if we These are preliminary data that will 4 Wednesday mer’s disease and related dementias do not include AI/FN in research, support future efforts in developing ALL STAFF MEETING (ADRD) in the Oneida Nation, and these health inequities will continue screening tools and educational ma- Beef Macaroni Casserole, American Indian and First Nations to grow. terials tailored for AI/FN commu- Mixed Vegetables, Dinner communities. nities, including the Oneida Tribal Roll, Pudding What the project will involve 5 Thursday Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Oneida is one of three AI/FN sites Community. Dementias (ADRD) in Indigenous Chili. Cold Sandwich, Fruit, to be included in this research, and Questions please contact Marlene populations are reported to be 3-5x Dessert the ONLY one in Wisconsin. The Summers or Lois Strong at 920- national averages, and have a young 6 Friday - others are based in Minnesota and 869-2448 er age of onset. Moreover, demen- Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Fruit Winter is Here Once Again 9 Monday Reminder to Update Your Emer- • Completed “File of Life” Baked Ham, Scalloped gency Kit for Your Vehicle • Battery-operated or crank-powered Potatoes. Green Beans, Here is a list of items recommend- radio Bread, Fruit ed to have in your vehicle in the event • Whistle (to attract attention to 10 Tuesday Corn Soup, Cold Sandwich, of an emergency when traveling: emergency personal) Lettuce Salad, Fruit • Shovel Let someone know: 11 Wednesday • Container of Kitty Litter • You are traveling alone Oven Roast Beef, Mashed • Flashlight with extra batteries and • When & Where you are expecting Potatoe, Carrots, Bread, Fruit bulbs to arrive 12 Thursday • First aid kit and manual • What route you will be taking Swedish Meatballs, Noodles, • Pair of boots • In the event you have vehicle Squash, Desert • Blanket problems when traveling during 13 Friday • Granola bars or other pre-packaged Beef Stew, Mashed Potatoes, the winter, consider these timely Dinner Roll, Fruit foods tips for your own safety. • 911 Cell Phone (any cell phone can 16 Monday be used for 911 Emergency calls If you have any questions please Egg Omelet, Hash Browns, only if there is service where you call Oneida Elder Services at 920- Sausage Links, English are located) 869-2448 Muffin, Oatmeal, Fruit Drums November 21, 2019 • Tew@sha^n W@=tehlu 29 Menu (Continued) Creamy Wild Rice and Chick- December 2019 17 Tuesday en (Turkey) Casserole Spaghetti W/Meat Sauce, Cheesy Bread, Vegetables, Recipe from redlakenationfoods. Lettuce Salad, Fruit com Wahsu=t#s 18 Wednesday • 6 c. cooked wild rice Swiss Steak, Buttered • 3 c. cooked, diced chicken (turkey) Wehn$=tale> Noodles, Hot Vegetables, Bread, Pudding • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 19 Thursday • 8 oz. sour cream Long Night Moon BIRTHDAY LUNCH • 1 stick butter Beef Stew, Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Roll, Fruit, Birthday • 3 ribs celery, sliced Memory Café Cake • 1 med. Onion, chopped December 3 20 Friday • ¼ lb fresh mushrooms, sliced Cod Fillet, Hash Brown 1:30 – 3:30pm • 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced Patty, Mixed Vegetables, Rye Oneida Library Bread, Fruit • 1 tsp. salt key) in a greased 3 qt casserole dish or 9 x 13 pan. Pour vegeta- 23 Monday • ¼ tsp. pepper GLNAEA Hamburger W/Bun, Baked ble/sour cream mixture over the Beans, Chips, Fruit, Sherbet 1. Melt butter in large skillet. Sau- top of rice and mix until com- December 4 & 5 24 Tuesday té mushrooms and vegetables bined. 8:00 –4:00pm BREAKFAST until tender. 3. Bake, covered, in 350 degree Bad River Lodge & Casino Egg Omelet, Hash Browns, 2. Stir in seasonings, sour cream oven for approximately 35 to 40 Muffin, Sausage Patty, and soup until combined. Put min. Uncover and bake another ONCOA Meeting Oatmeal, Fruit wild rice and chicken (or tur- 15 min. 25 Wednesday December 12 CLOSED FOR Snow Plowing Season 1:00 – 4:00pm CHRISTMAS DAY Oneida Elder Services encourages everyone to plan Elder Services Conference 26 Thursday for any snow storm and keep safe. Beef Stroganoff, Noodles, Room Hot Vegetables, Roll, Fruit • Our priority is dialysis patients the weather is, they may return 27 Friday and those with lifeline services. the next day to get walkways, Nutrition Advisory Salmon Loaf, Cream Pea • If you’re already on the snow ramps, mailboxes, etc. Council Sauce, Potatoes, Rye Bread, removal list, no need to call & • For worker’s safety, workers will Gelatin check. Multiple calls may tie up not enter roads that have not yet December 20 30 Monday the phone lines. been plowed by their respective • Snow removal is for snow accu- municipalities. 1:00 – 2:00pm Chicken A’ La King, Biscuits, mulations of three (3) inches or • We do not pay for snow removal Elder Meal Site Carrots, Pudding more. from external businesses. 31 Tuesday • We are short staffed with 120+ • Consider rescheduling any ap- Meat Loaf, Cheesy Potatoes, driveways on our lists- please be pointments if your driveway ONCOA Meeting Green Beans, Bread, Fruit patient. hasn’t been cleared as we will not December 26 • Workers will first clear an emer- be taking special requests to be 1:00 – 4:00pm MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE gency access path in & out of the plowed first. All meals are served with coffee, driveway- Depending on how bad Elder Services Conference juice, milk, tea, or water. LUNCH We ask for your patience and understanding during the Room is served: Mon. –Fri. from 12:00pm upcoming winter months – 1:00pm, BREAKFAST is served: We strongly encourage family members to check on their elders and to 9:00am – 10:00am on posted days help elders with snow removal. 30 Áhs< Niw@sh< • November 21, 2019 Drums Elder Activities for December 2019 strength, flexibility, reduce stress, • Please sign up for trips and activities Oneida Language Class – Bethesda Thrift Store – Green at the Meal Site Meal Site: Bay relaxation, improve mental clarity and more. • Check departure time on sign–up Monday, December 2,16, & 30 December 30 sheet – different then calendar time 9:30am – 10:45am 1:15pm * Activities subject to change if nec- Fox River Mall – Appleton essary Learn Oneida language on a slow Shop at store Thursday, December 12 fun pace. * The Month of your Birthday, you Crafts – Meal Site: 10:00am – 3:15pm must sign up in the Birthday Book Exercise Class – Meal Site: Tuesday, December 3 & 17 Christmas shopping. (Lunch at the meal–site and you must be at 9:30 – 11:15 payment on your own. No the Birthday lunch to receive your Monday, December 2,9,16,23,30 am am gift card. & Wednesday December 4,11,18 We do a variety of Crafts which transportation for lunch today. 11:00am – 11:30am vary from session to session. If you have any questions, Please call Turtle Island Gift Shop – Michelle Cottrell at 869–6733. This is a group exercise class that Tai Chi – Meal Site: Green Bay helps reduce pain and stiffness, Thursday, December 19 helps maintain or improve mobility, Tuesday, December 10 Winter, Safety and 10:00am muscle strength, endurance and 1:30pm – 2:15pm Shop in store for yourself or the Trails in the functional ability. This Exercise is Good for balance, reduce falls, strength, endurance, Christmas shop. Oneida Community Wii Bowling – Meal Site: stabilize muscles and more. Monday, December 9 & 23 Birthday Lunch – Meal Site: Thursday, December 19 9:30 -10:45 New Year’s Eve Fun Day – 12:00pm – 1:00pm Good exercise. Come out and try Meal-site Come join us for a nice lunch and it! A lot of fun. Tuesday, December 31 1:00pm – 3:00pm Music by “Good for the Soul” Christmas Bingo – 3 Sisters Card games, Board games, music Center Adult Coloring – Meal-site (from playlist/dancing/singing), Thursday, December 26 Monday, December 9 Come and join us or come to watch 9:30am 1:30 us crazy people having fun! Can Pictures and color pencils will be Sponsored by Oneida Housing bring a snack to share if you would provided, relax and socialize with like. Bingo – Meal Site: others. Monday, December 2 – Bring Book Club – Meal Site: a $2.00 NEW wrapped gift Wednesday, December 4,11,18 Yahtzee Board Game – Meal- site Monday, December 16 – 9:30am – 10:45am Thursday, December 26 Christmas Bingo Party- Door Group reads a variety of books with 1:15pm prizes discussion in class of the book. A message from the Onei- Great for eye/hand coordination, 1:00pm – 3:00pm lots of fun, stay and socialize with da Conservation Department. Thrival Class with Adventures “With the cold and snowy Bingo – Cliff Webster – Meal Site: others. Building: weather here, please be aware Thursday, December 5 Banks, Shopping, Lunch Out – Wednesday December 4,11,18 9:30am – 11:30am on and around the trails. The 1:30pm – 3:00pm Green Bay: purpose of the trail system is Games and discussion on not just Friday, December 6,13,20,27 surviving in life but Thrive. a secondary travel/recreation- Movie – Meal Site: 10:00am – 3:00pm Monday, December 23 Stop at Banks, Stores vary to shop al option. The trails are not Chair Yoga – Meal Site: the primary mode of travel to 1:00pm – 3:00pm Thursday, December 5 & 19 at, and a restaurant will be picked Movie’s vary from month to month, 1:30pm – 2:15pm to eat lunch at by an Elder. No and from homes, building, and popcorn and drink. This exercise helps improve transportation for lunch this day. events.” Drums November 21, 2019 • Áhs< Niw@sh< Úskah 31 Oneida Elder Services 2907 S. Overland Rd. Oneida, WI 54155 Main • (920) 869-2448 Meal Site • (920) 869-1551 Aging & Disability Resource Specialist • (920) 869-6830 Service Specialist • (920) 869-6847 https://oneida-nsn.gov/resources/elderservices/ Winter Word Search ETCGBWTBXESSYHI TNAHQLWIKQENTOJ AYEHIIIAUVFOSLT LWCZNLLZOSWWOIS OIWTOFLLZIWGRDE CIEMWRGYPAHOFAW ORDOWTFWIBRFNYO HSNEERTENIPDJSS CSCTMITTENSYANN TEPAELCICIFKOAG OJEKRHBOOTSWMCI HYUSEFDNIWBWOVV FIREPLACEAOLEEI AVUCRUGULNDDCEN CPYIJUULSUQSIYG BLIZZARD BOOTS CHILLY COLD FIREPLACE FROSTY FROZEN GIVING GLOVES HAT HOLIDAYS HOTCHOCOLATE ICE ICESKATE ICEICLE MITTENS PINETREE SCARF SNOW SNOWBALL SNOWFLAKES SNOWMAN SNOWSUIT WIND WINTER 32 Áhs< Niw@sh< T#ken • November 21, 2019 Local LEGAL NOTICE: ONEIDA FAMILY COURT OTICE OF HEARING RE: Case #19CU020 Laura D. Hill v Kylene K. Hill & Steven R. Van- deHei A diligent attempt was made to no- tify the above Respondent/Father of a Petition to Establish Third Party Legal Custody filed by Petitioner. A hearing shall take place on Tuesday, Decem- ber 3, 2019 at 1:30 pm in the above captioned case at the Oneida Family Court office located at 2630 West Ma- son Street, Green Bay, WI 54303. Inquiries for additional information may be directed to: Oneida Family Court PO Box 19 Oneida WI 54155 (920) 496-7200 PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO ATTACH PER CAPITA PAYMENT Debtor(s) Megan White Business Entity: Airport Road Child Care Entity’s Contact Information for Payment: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155 Physical Address: 2965 S. Overland Rd Oneida, WI 54155 Telephone Number: 920-869-1645 OLIPP Oneida Life Insurance Plan Plus Call Oneida Trust Enrollment Dept., (920) 869-6212 Events November 21, 2019 • Áhs< Niw@sh< Áhs< 33 Upcoming Events in November – December November 28-29 Sponsored by the Oneida Ecumenical Oneida Offices Closed Team. All are welcome! Bring your When: Thursday, November 28-29 prayer requests for individuals, fami- lies, community and world. For more Time: All Day information please contact: Edi at 715- Oneida offices will be closed 524-3194 or [email protected] Thanksgiving and Indian Day. Alcoholics Anonymous November 30 When: Wednesdays Joyful Praise Family Fun Time Time: 6:00pm When: Saturday, November 30 Where: Three Sisters Comm. Center The meeting will be open unless topic Time: 10:30am – 12:00 Noon calls for a closed meeting. For more Where: Oneida Police Department information call 920-869-9014. 2783 Freedom Rd, Oneida, WI All Ages Welcome! Songs, Exercise, Wise Men’s Support Group Crafts, Prayers. Please RSVP by When: Thursdays rd November 23 715-524-3194 or Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm [email protected] Where : Wise Women Gathering Place, 2615 S. Packerland, December 14 G.B. Next to Famous Dave’s OUMC 2nd Annual Dinner The Wise-Men’s Group is a Fellowship and Holiday Show comprised of Native and Non-Native When: Saturday, December 14 men. The Fellowship is dedicated to healing and supporting all men having Time: Diner: 5:00pm, Show: 6:00pm difficulties dealing with personal is- Where: Oneida United Methodist sues in their lives that are, or can be Church, N6037 Cpimjty Rd. destructive to their wellness. The Wise E. De Pere WI 54115 Men’s Fellowship was created by two Come join us in food and song as we elders believing all men had a need for prepare our hearts for the Christmas support at certain times of their life. season with local musicians. Dinner: There is no age or community restric- ham. scalloped potatoes, green beans, tion to participate in the Fellowship, & dinner roll. $10 Dinner and Show, just your wanting to be a better you. $5 show only. To reserve tickets Confidentiality is held in high esteem email [email protected]. and stays within our ranks. Native Cul- Tickets available at the door evening ture and Spirituality, smudging and of the show. tobacco use are forefront to the group. Come and experience our camaraderie Ongoing or address a struggle you want to lift OLCC Regular Meeting off your shoulder. When: 1st and 3rd Thursday FMI, contact: Rick Laes at 920-492- Time: 5:30pm 1357. Where: NHC, 3rd Floor Rm 338 OLCC Conference Room Women’s Support Group For more information call 920- When: Every Friday 869-4430 or Email: LandClaims_ Time: Noon–2:30pm [email protected] Where: Three Sisters Community Center For more information Isabel Parker Prayer Warriors at (920) 412-0396 or Georgia Burr When: Second Tuesday of every month at (920) 362-2490 Time: 11:25am – 12:00pm Note: Any requests to include local events Contact us at: in this section will require individuals to list Where: Activity Room at the Oneida a phone # and contact person for the event. Nursing Home. or call to get your event listed 34 Áhs< Niw@sh< Kay# • November 21, 2019 Minutes OBC Meeting Results Regular Meeting of service; Special recognition by Cheryl A. Consider resolution entitled Approval of Sponsor: Trish King, Treasurer 8:30 AM Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Skolaski of Janice Decorah for 25 years of Use of Economic Development, Diver- Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, service; Special recognition by Geraldine sification and Community Development October 14, 2019, regular Finance Commit- Norbert Hill Center Danforth of Michael Martin for 25 years of Fund for Project ED19-022, Central tee meeting minutes, seconded by David P. service; Oneida Site Clean-up Jordan. Motion carried: REGULAR MEETING Special recognition of those who could not Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, be present: Jeffrey Mears for 25 years of Manager B. LEGISLATIVE OPERATING Treasurer Trish King, Council members: service; Robert Sundquist for 25 years of Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt resolu- COMMITTEE David P. Jordan, Ernie Stevens III, Jennifer service; Victoria Sloan for 25 years of ser- tion 10-23-19-A Approval of Use of Eco- 1. Accept the October 2, 2019, regular Leg- Webster; vice; Janet Bigfire for 25 years of service; nomic Development, Diversification and islative Operating Committee meeting Not Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Sec- Maria Martirosyan for 25 years of service; Community Development Fund for Project minutes retary Lisa Summers, Council members: Jeffrey Webster for 25 years of service; ED19-022, Central Oneida Site Clean-up, Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen; Cherice Santiago for 25 years of service; seconded by Ernie Stevens III. Motion car- Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Lance Hill for 25 years of service; ried: October 2, 2019, regular Legislative Oper- On October 9, 2019, the Oneida Business B. Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing ating Committee meeting minutes, seconded Committee approved an exception to res- II. OPENING Discretion Regarding Implementation of by Ernie Stevens III. Motion carried: olution # BC-12-27-16-A to hold both the Opening provided by Vice-Chairman Bran- Children’s Code, Chapter 708 2. Accept the Children’s Code Implementa- regular and executive discussion meetings don Stevens. Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General tion October 2019 quarterly update on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at 8:30 Manager Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman a.m. III. ADOPT THE AGENDA Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolu- Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt the tion 10-23-19-B Authorizing Discretion Re- Children’s Code Implementation October I. CALL TO ORDER by Vice-Chairman agenda as presented, seconded by Jennifer garding Implementation of Children’s Code, 2019 quarterly update, noting this is the final Brandon Stevens at 8:31 a.m. Webster. Motion carried: Chapter 708, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. update, seconded by David P. Jordan. Mo- For the record: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Motion carried: tion carried: Secretary Summers, and Councilman Dan- IV. OATH OF OFFICE 3. Approve the Oneida Environmental Re- iel Guzman King are on approved travel at- Oaths of office administered by Council- VII. APPOINTMENTS source Board bylaws amendments tending the National Congress of American woman Jennifer Webster. Racquel Hill, Lisa A. Determine next steps regarding one (1) Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Indians 76th Annual Convention & Market- Huff, Renee Zakhar, Matthew W. Denny, vacancy - Oneida Police Commission - Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the place in Albuquerque, NM. Councilman Gerald DeCoteau were present. Patricia term ending July 31, 2023; Oneida Environmental Resource Board by- Kirby Metoxen is out on a personal day. Moore was not present. Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary laws amendments, seconded by Trish King. A. Oneida Election Board - Racquel Hill, Motion by Jennifer Webster to table this Motion carried: A. Special recognition for years of service Patricia Moore, and Lisa Huff item until after executive session, seconded 4. Approve the Oneida Land Claims Com- Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Man- Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary by David P. Jordan. Motion carried: mission bylaws amendments ager/Human Resources B. Oneida Personnel Commission (Pro Tem Motion by David P. Jordan to take this item Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Special recognition by Wendy Alvarez of Members) - Renee Zakhar, Matthew W. from the table , seconded by Trish King. Motion by Ernie Stevens III to approve the Wanita Decorah for 25 years of service; Spe- Denny, and Gerald DeCoteau Motion carried: Oneida Land Claims Commission bylaws cial recognition by Derrick King of Donna Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Motion by David P. Jordan to appoint Lois amendments, seconded by Trish King. Mo- Smith for 25 years of service; Special rec- Strong to the Oneida Police Commission tion carried: ognition by Grace Koehler of Lisa Williams V. MINUTES with term ending July 31, 2023, seconded 5. Approve the Oneida Personnel Commis- for 25 years of service; Special recognition A. Approve the October 3, 2019, emergency by Trish King. Motion carried: sion bylaws amendments by Debra Kurowski of Anthony Holzendorf Business Committee meeting minutes Ayes: David P. Jordan, Trish King Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman for 25 years of service; Special recognition Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Opposed: Jennifer Webster Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve by Georgianna Mielke of Tina Pospychala Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the Abstained: Ernie Stevens III the Oneida Personnel Commission bylaws for 25 years of service; Special recogni- October 3, 2019, emergency Business Com- amendments, seconded by Trish King. Mo- tion by Joann Ninham of Heidi Smith for mittee meeting minutes, seconded by Trish VIII. STANDING COMMITTEES tion carried: 25 years of service; Special recognition by King. Motion carried: A. FINANCE COMMITTEE Sharon Mousseau of Denis Gullickson for B. Approve the October 9, 2019, regular 1. Accept the October 1, 2019, regular Fi- IX. TRAVEL REPORTS 25 years of service; Special recognition by Business Committee meeting minutes nance Committee meeting minutes A. Approve the travel report - Councilman Sharon Mousseau of Carol Johnson for 25 Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Sponsor: Trish King, Treasurer Kirby Metoxen - Treaty Days - Bayfield, years of service; Special recognition by Lee Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the WI - September 29-30, 2019 Thomas of Jennifer Anderson for 25 years October 9, 2019, regular Business Commit- October 1, 2019, regular Finance Commit- Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman of service; Special recognition by Vicki tee meeting minutes, seconded by Ernie Ste- tee meeting minutes, seconded by Jennifer Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Vanlaanen of Catherine Helton-Ahnen for vens III. Motion carried: Webster. Motion carried: 25 years of service; Special recognition by 2. Accept the October 14, 2019, regular Fi- Pat Pelky of Jacy Rasmussen for 25 years VI. RESOLUTIONS nance Committee meeting minutes • See 35, October 23 OBC Minutes November 21, 2019 • Áhs< Niw@sh< W$sk 35 From page 34/October 23, 2019 Oneida Business Committee Minutes travel report from Councilman Kirby Me- Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Chair/Oneida to the various review entities, to approve Motion by David P. Jordan to go into execu- toxen for Treaty Days in Bayfield, WI - Sep- Gaming Commission the CIP Package for project CIP #15-002 tive session at 10:05 a.m., seconded by Jen- tember 29-30, 2019, seconded by Ernie Ste- Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Community Wells, and to activate nifer Webster. Motion carried: vens III. Motion carried: travel request in accordance with § 216.16- $1,877,000 from the approved FY2019 CIP B. Approve the travel report - Councilman 1 for five (5) Oneida Gaming Commission Budget for CIP # 15-002 Oneida Commu- The Oneida Business Committee, by con- Kirby Metoxen - Repatriation of Oneida members/staff to attend Tours and Wiscon- nity Wells, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. sensus, recessed for lunch from 12:13 p.m. Children from Carlisle Boarding School sin Gaming Regulators Association meet- Motion carried: to 1:30 p.m. - Hudson, WI - October 5-6, 2019 ing in Madison, WI - November 13-14, C. CIP #16-008 O.F.F. Facility Improve- Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman 2019, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion ments - Activate FY-2020 funds Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the carried: Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Brandon Stevens at 1:30 p.m. travel report from Councilman Kirby Me- B. Approve the travel request - Council- Manager Roll call for the record: toxen for the Repatriation of Oneida Chil- woman Jennifer Webster - Administra- Motion by Jennifer Webster to activate Present: Councilman David P. Jordan; dren from Carlisle Boarding School in tion of Children & Families Tribal Ad- $736,000 from the approved FY2020 CIP Treasurer Trish King; Vice-Chairman Bran- Hudson, WI - October 5-6, 2019, noting visory Committee meeting - Washington Budget for CIP #16-008 O.F.F. Facility Im- don Stevens; Councilman Ernie Stevens III; the cost was for mileage reibursement only, DC - November 17-22, 2019 provements, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; seconded by Trish King. Motion carried: Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwom- Motion carried: Not Present: Councilman Daniel Guzman C. Approve the travel report and one (1) an D. CIP # 18-010 Food Distribution Store King; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Councilman additional action - Treasurer Trish King Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the Concept - Activate FY-2020 funds Kirby Metoxen; Secretary Lisa Summers; - 2019 Fall Finance & Tribal Economies travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Conference - Prior Lake, MN - October Webster to attend the Administration of Manager Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of 6-9, 2019 Children & Families Tribal Advisory Com- Motion by Ernie Stevens III to activate executive session at 3:32 p.m., seconded by Sponsor: Trish King, Treasurer mittee meeting in Washington DC - [cor- $53,000 from the approved FY2020 CIP Trish King. Motion carried: Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the rected dates] November 19-21, 2019, sec- Budget for CIP # 18-010 Food Distribution travel report from Treasurer Trish King for onded by Trish King. Motion carried: Store Concept, seconded by David P. Jordan. A. REPORTS the 2019 Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Ayes: David P. Jordan, Trish King, Ernie Motion carried: 1. Accept the Community & Economic De- Conference in Prior Lake, MN - October Stevens III E. Approve two (2) actions regarding the velopment FY-2019 4th quarter executive 6-9, 2019, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. Abstained: Jennifer Webster 2020 Business Committee Standing Meet- report Motion carried: C. Enter the e-poll results into the record ing Schedule Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Motion by Jennifer Webster to send the regarding the approved BC SOP excep- Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Manager General Welfare [Exclusion] topic to the tion and the approved travel request in Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the November 19, 2019, Business Committee accordance with § 216.16-1 for four (4) 2020 BC Standing Meeting Schedule in- Community & Economic Development FY- work session and request the Chief Finan- Oneida Gaming Commission members/ cluding exceptions to resolutions # BC-12- 2019 4th quarter executive report, seconded cial Officer to provide an updated report staff 27-16-A and BC-09-27-17-D in November by Ernie Stevens III. Motion carried: regarding the status of his research and Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary 2020 and to any revisions to the 2020 BC 2. Accept the Governmental Services FY- needed next steps to implement General Motion by David P. Jordan to enter the Standing Meeting Schedule to the BC Work 2019 3rd quarter executive report Welfare [Exclusion provisions] within the e-poll results into the record regarding the Session agenda as information, seconded by Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Oneida Nation, seconded by Ernie Stevens approved BC SOP exception and the ap- Trish King. Motion carried: Manager III. Motion carried: proved travel request in accordance with § F. Approve the 2020 Reporting Schedules Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the D. Approve the travel report - Councilman 216.16-1 for four (4) Oneida Gaming Com- Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Governmental Services FY-2019 3rd quarter Daniel Guzman King - AISES National mission members/staff, seconded by Trish Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the executive report, seconded by Ernie Stevens Conference - Milwaukee, WI - October King. Motion carried: 2020 Reporting Schedules, seconded by III. Motion carried: 9-12 2019 Jennifer Webster. Motion carried: 3. Accept the Internal Services FY-2019 3rd Sponsor: Daniel Guzman King, Council- XI. NEW BUSINESS G. Approve two (2) actions regarding the quarter executive report man A. Schedule a special Business Committee annual inspection report Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve meeting on December 13, 2019, at 9:00 Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Manager the travel report from Councilman Daniel a.m. Manager Motion by Ernie Stevens III to accept the In- Guzman King for the AISES National Con- Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the ternal Services FY-2019 3rd quarter execu- ference in Milwaukee, WI - October 9-12 Motion by Jennifer Webster to schedule a information packet in compliance with tive report, seconded by Trish King. Motion 2019, seconded by Trish King. Motion car- special Business Committee meeting on De- Oneida Nation and the State of Wisconsin carried: ried: cember 13, 2019, at 9:00 a.m., seconded by Gaming Compact of 1991 and to authorize 4. Accept the Chief Counsel report David P. Jordan. Motion carried: the Chairman to sign the enclosed letter sig- Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel X. TRAVEL REQUESTS B. CIP # 15-002 Oneida Community Wells - naling that the information packet has been Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the A. Approve the travel request in accordance Approve three (3) actions approved by the OBC and authorizing the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Trish with § 216.16-1 - Five (5) Oneida Gam- Sponsor: Debbie Thundercloud, General Oneida Gaming Commission to submit such King. Motion carried: ing Commission members/staff - Tours Manager information to the State of Wisconsin, sec- Motion by Jennifer Webster to retro-approve and Wisconsin Gaming Regulators As- Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a onded by Ernie Stevens III. Motion carried: the attorney contract – Husch Blackwell sociation - Madison, WI - November 13- procedural exception to forgo Phase II of 14, 2019 the CIP process of routing the CIP Package XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION • See 36, October 23, 2019 OBC 36 Áhs< Niw@sh< Y@=yahk • November 21, 2019 Local From page 35/October 23, 2019 Oneida Business Committee Minutes LLP – file # 2019-1188 to October 14, 2019, ment, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Mo- 1. Determine next steps regarding Per Cap- seconded by Trish King. Motion carried: tion carried: ita Plan proposal and sub-team 5. Accept the Chief Financial Officer Octo- 4. Accept the Emergency Management per- Sponsor: Trish King, Treasurer ber 2019 report formance assurance audit and lift the Motion by David P. Jordan to assign Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial confidentiality equirementr Treasurer Trish King, Councilman Kirby Officer Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Metoxen, Councilwoman Jennifer Webster, Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Councilman David P. Jordan, Councilman Chief Financial Officer October 2019 report, Emergency Management performance as- Daniel Guzman King, Chief Financial Of- seconded by Trish King. Motion carried: surance audit and lift the confidentiality re- ficer Larry Barton, Assistant Chief Finan- 6. Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, quirement, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. cial Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, General Communications, and Self-Governance Motion carried: Manager Debbie Thundercloud, and Inter- October 2019 report 5. Accept the Gaming Valet performance as- governmental Affairs Director Melinda J. Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/ surance audit and lift the confidentiality Danforth to the Revenue Allocation Plan/ Intergovernmental Affairs requirement General Welfare Exclusion sub-team, sec- Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman onded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried: Intergovernmental Affairs, Communica- Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the 2. File # 2015-1037 - Determine next steps tions, and Self-Governance October 2019 Gaming Valet performance assurance audit Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial report and to approve the four (4) addition- and lift the confidentiality requirement, sec- Officer al actions listed in the report, seconded by onded by Trish King. Motion carried: Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolu- David P. Jordan. Motion carried: 6. Accept the Oneida Experiential Adven- tion 10-23-19-C Authorization to Write-off tures performance assurance audit and Oneida Golf Enterprise Loan regarding the B. STANDING ITEMS lift the confidentiality equirementr LPGA Thornberry Creek at Oneida Tourna- 1. ONEIDA GOLF ENTERPRISE COR- Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman ment and move the resolution to open ses- PORATION - LADIES PROFES- Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the sion, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. Motion SIONAL GOLF ASSOCIATION Oneida Experiential Adventures perfor- carried: a. Defer the Thornberry Creek LPGA Clas- mance assurance audit and lift the confiden- 3. Deliberations regarding pardon applica- sic September/October 2019 report to the tiality requirement, seconded by Jennifer tion - Crystal M. Flores November 13, 2019, regular Business Webster. Motion carried: Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Committee meeting Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Motion by Ernie Stevens III to defer the D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Com- Thornberry Creek LPGA Classic Septem- 1. Consider resolution entitled Approval of mittee’s recommendation regarding a par- ber/October 2019 report to the Novem- Use of Economic Development, Diver- don application submitted by Crystal M. ber 13, 2019, regular Business Committee sification and Community Development Flores, to move the resolution entitled Re- meeting [agenda], seconded by David P. Fund for ED19-020 Retail – Business & garding Pardon of Crystal M. Flores to open Jordan. Motion carried: Marketing Plan session, and to adopt resolution 10-23-19-D Sponsor: Michele Doxtator, Area Manag- Regarding Pardon of Crystal M. Flores, sec- C. AUDIT COMMITTEE er/Retail Profits onded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried: 1. Accept the September 19, 2019, regular Motion by Jennifer Webster to deny the use 4. Review applications for one (1) vacancy Audit Committee meeting minutes of the Economic Development, Diversifica- - Oneida Police Commission Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman tion and Community Development Fund for Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Secretary Motion by Trish King to accept the Sep- ED19-020 Retail – Business & Marketing Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the tember 19, 2019, regular Audit Commit- Plan, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. Motion discussion regarding the application for tee meeting minutes, seconded by Jennifer carried: the Oneida Police Commission vacancy [as Webster. Motion carried: 2. Determine next steps regarding long- information], seconded by Trish King. Mo- 2. Accept the Slots compliance audit and lift term recommendations for Oneida Golf tion carried: the confidentiality requirement Enterprise financial needs and loans Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman Sponsor: Oneida Business Committee XIII. ADJOURN Motion by Ernie Stevens III to accept the Motion by David P. Jordan to defer the re- Motion by Ernie Stevens III to adjourn at Slots compliance audit and lift the confiden- port regarding the long-term recommenda- 3:45 p.m., seconded by David P. Jordan. tiality requirement, seconded by Jennifer tions for Oneida Golf Enterprise’s (OGE) Motion carried: Webster. Motion carried: financial needs and loans to the Novem- 3. Accept the Central Accounting perfor- ber 13, 2019, regular Business Committee Minutes prepared by Lisa Liggins, Informa- mance assurance audit and lift the confi- meeting agenda and to request the Treasur- tion Management Specialist dentiality requirement er, as liaison to OGE, to follow up with the Minutes approved as presented on Novem- Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman OGE agent, seconded by Ernie Stevens III. ber 13, 2019. Motion by David P. 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Deposit will be refunded if the hall is properly cleaned up after the event is finished. For more informaton, contact: Building Supervisor, George Greendeer at (920) 869-7784 Local November 21, 2019 • Áhs< Niw@sh< W@=tehlu 39 Trump honors Native Americans, US founders in same month By Felicia Fonseca she said. ly posted on the White House website a deeper understanding of our American Associated Press London said donations by the couple after it was issued last week, leading story’’ by studying founding documents were not tied to Trump’s decision to is- some Native Americans to believe that and exploring history. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) – President sue the proclamation. Jennifer London tradition had changed. Robert Stockdale, of Knoxville, Ten- Donald Trump has declared November has given more than $70,000 to Trump Trump has signed proclamations hon- nessee, said the focus in November as a time to celebrate both Native Amer- and the Republican National Commit- oring Native Americans in November should be on honoring Native Ameri- ican heritage and the country’s found- tee since 2016. Jack London has given since he took office, and it’s become an can heritage. A better fit to celebrate the ers, a move that upset Native Americans $313,000 to Republicans since 2015, expectation. founders and the signing of the Decla- who have historically had the month to most of it to Trump and the RNC, ac- “It speaks to a level of diplomacy, ration of Independence would be July, themselves to mark their contributions cording to disclosures filed with the a diplomatic sort of relationship, that when a day already is set aside, he said. to the nation. Federal Election Commission. special relationship we have with the “It would seem to me if you want to Trump unveiled his National Ameri- She said the couple also has donated federal government,’’ said Jacqueline make an educational opportunity, that’s can History and Founders Month proc- to groups for veterans and those that Keeler, a Navajo and Dakota writer. the perfect time,’’ he said. lamation to coincide with a National support American history. In the proclamation for National Native American Heritage Month dec- The proclamation follows three American History and Founders Month, Associated Press writers Kevin laration that every U.S. president has years of tense relations between Native Trump called on Americans to ``develop Freking and Brian Slodysko in made since 1990. Americans and Trump. Washington contributed to this story Native Americans believe the found- Native Americans say Trump has hurt ers proclamation diminishes the impor- the federal government’s relationship tance of the time set aside to honor them. with tribes by approving oil pipeline They say their ancestors were oppressed projects near tribal lands, downsizing and killed by soldiers and settlers at the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, time the country was being founded, and expediting environmental reviews and that the nation regularly celebrates the referring to U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren founding fathers with holidays such as as Pocahontas. Presidents’ Day and the Fourth of July. In his proclamation, Trump pointed to “I felt like it was undercutting Native public safety listening sessions in Indi- American heritage month,’’ said Joshua an Country and efforts to reduce drugs Wabindato, whose family is from the and violence in tribal communities as Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa Indians progress. He also highlighted the ad- and the Little River Band of Ottawa In- ministration’s efforts to secure Native dians in Michigan. ``This is stifling the Americans’ remains and artifacts that indigenous voice.’’ had been in a collection in Finland and The White House did not respond to a return them to tribes near Mesa Verde request for comment. National Park in the Southwest. The proclamation is part of a push by Nathan Wright, who is Sioux, said Jennifer and Jack London, Republican he’s hopeful more Americans will seek donors who run the National American to understand treaties with tribes and the History and Founders Month Organiza- Native American worldview as caretak- tion in Virginia. Jennifer London said ers of the land and water with a respon- more than 15 states have issued similar sibility to pray for everyone. proclamations, and she praised Trump “It’s something we inherit, and some for doing the same on the federal level. of our teachings go way back,’’ said She said she chose November because Wright, who is among Native Ameri- it encompasses the celebration of Na- cans who have served in the military at a tive American heritage, Veterans Day, higher rate per capita than other minori- Thanksgiving and the traditional school ty groups. Native American code talkers year. also were credited with helping the U.S. “There are two ways of looking at win World War II. our relationship with Native Americans, Both proclamations were published they actually were allies at times in our in the Federal Register on Tuesday. The history, and that’s something, again, that National Native American Heritage Americans should be educated about,’’ month proclamation wasn’t immediate- 40 Kay# Niw@sh< • November 21, 2019 Local Oklahoma governor digs in on gambling showdown with tribes By Sean Murphy certainty if we don’t have a new com- Chickasaw Nation, one of the most pow- marked for education, on roughly $2.3 Associated Press pact before Jan. 1, 2020.’’ erful in the state. ``If Gov. Stitt wants to billion in revenue from games covered The two sides disagree over the key force the issue ... he would have to go to under the compacts. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – Oklaho- issue of whether the compacts automat- court and try to get some kind of order Follow Sean Murphy at www.twitter. ma’s new Republican governor doubled ically renew for another 15-year term to shut the casinos down. Barring that, com/apseanmurphy down Thursday on his position that the on Jan. 1 if the two sides can’t reach an we’re just going to continue to operate state’s gambling compacts with Indian agreement. and we’re going to continue remitting tribes expire at the end of the year, set- Stitt suggested the state’s current rate our revenue-share payments to the state From page 25/ ting up a potential legal showdown with of between 4% and 10% of tribal gam- and we’re going to continue to grow, as some of the state’s most powerful enti- bling revenue should be larger. we have for the last 15 years.’’ Traveling exhibit ties. Tribal leaders have said they’re will- Casino gambling is a booming indus- Gov. Kevin Stitt said at a press con- ing to renegotiate the rates, but not try in Oklahoma, with more than 130 ca- “There could not be a more ference that communications with the until Stitt acknowledges the compacts sinos now dotting the state since voters appropriate location for us to unveil and tribes broke down late last month and he automatically renew if a deal can’t be approved a gambling expansion in 2004. have this exhibit on display than at the wanted to present his case to the Okla- reached. Under the compacts, tribes pay the Wisconsin State Capitol,” Gov. Evers homa people. “The tribes are unified in their -posi state “exclusivity fees’’ in exchange for said. “With a motto of, ‘Forward,’ “The fact of the matter is they have tion that the compacts renew and they’re the exclusive right to operate casinos. Wisconsin has a continuous drive to refused to communicate with me,’’ Stitt going to continue to operate,’’ said Ste- Those fees generated nearly $139 mil- be a national leader, and partnering to said. “This is going to cause extreme un- phen Greetham, senior attorney for the lion for the state last year, most of it ear- create this exhibit is yet another way we stay true to that.” The interactive exhibit was on display inside the Capitol’s rotunda through Nov. 15, at which point it joined the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s collection of traveling exhibits. The wide range of traveling exhibits are available upon request from the museum. About the Wisconsin Veterans Museum The Wisconsin Veterans Museum dates to 1901 when it was established as the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall in the Wisconsin Capitol. It is an educational activity of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs and a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate since 2014, one of only three in Wisconsin, which gives it access to the Smithsonian’s unparalleled collections and scholarship. For more on the museum’s exhibits, collections, and events, log on to www. WisVetsMuseum.com. To listen to an interview with Oneida potter and Army veteran Rose Kerstetter visit: http://media.dva. wisconsin.gov/ohms-viewer/viewer. php?cachefile=OH_2146.xml Local November 21, 2019 • Kay# Niw^sa Úskah 41 Census counting of prisoners becomes partisan battleground By Ivan Moreno drawn. Some states controlled by Dem- University professors illustrates this. 7,800 from Milwaukee – a Democratic Associated Press ocrats are passing laws to prohibit using Professors Briana Remster and Rory stronghold. prison populations to draw legislative Kramer counted more than 100,000 black State legislative District 53, about 90 MADISON, Wis. (AP) – When the maps. Washington and Nevada this year inmates as residents of Philadelphia, minutes northwest of Milwaukee, has a U.S. Census Bureau counts residents became the fifth and sixth states to pass where they were from, rather than in large black population – larger than 74 of Milwaukee’s poorest neighborhoods laws since 2010 banning using prison- Pennsylvania prisons. Their finding: other state districts, at least on paper. next year, a significant portion of their ers for redistricting, joining New York, The city would have gained at least But of the 2,784 African-Americans in population will be missing: prisoners. Maryland, California and Delaware. one majority-minority state legislative the district in the last census, almost 80 For these predominantly black areas, Nine other states, including district. percent were incarcerated, according to with incarceration rates among the Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and New Wisconsin’s prison population is the Prison Policy Initiative, a nonprofit highest in the nation, the government’s Jersey, have similar proposals pending. smaller than Pennsylvania’s but the that wants to end using prisoners for longstanding policy to count inmates as Connecticut, which has the fifth-highest effects of using prisoners in redistricting redistricting. residents of the prison where they are incarceration rate for black men, argues are still apparent. “What we see is that you’re kind of held diminishes their political power in a federal lawsuit that using prisoners Wisconsin state prisons confined about padding the numbers, you’re allowing back home. for redistricting purposes _ and putting 23,500 black men as of August, including • See 42, Census “When you undercount people them in districts where they didn’t live for the census, they end up losing in before incarceration _ violates the one- that community dollars that could go person, one-vote requirement of the 14th toward services that can help remediate Amendment. A federal appeals court poverty,’’ said state Rep. David Bowen, in September allowed the lawsuit to a Milwaukee Democrat co-sponsoring proceed. legislation to end what critics call prison The Census Bureau’s policy pertaining gerrymandering. to prisoners didn’t get much attention Democrats argue the system shifts until recent decades because the popu- resources from traditionally liberal urban lation wasn’t large enough to alter rep- centers _ home to many inmates who are resentation, but now the U.S. imprisons disproportionately black and Hispanic – more people than any other nation. to rural, white, Republican-leaning areas The way inmates are counted impacts where prisons are usually located. the distribution of dollars and heightens “It’s really artificially shifting money political jostling over representation in ... based on something that isn’t reality,’’ legislative districts and local offices – said U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, a Wisconsin even though prisoners can’t even vote in Democrat who is co-sponsoring most states. legislation in Congress to change the “The rural counties benefit tremen- census policy. dously off of the back of individuals Republicans, however, argue that who are incarcerated in those regions,’’ towns with prisons need federal money said Jerome Dillard, the state director for the additional costs they bring, such of Ex-incarcerated People Organizing, a as medical care, law enforcement and Milwaukee-based advocacy group that, road maintenance. among other things, wants to restore vot- “There are a lot of costs. It’s not all ing rights to former prisoners. peaches and cream having a prison in Dillard, 65, said he was in prison your community,’’ said Arizona state in Wisconsin from 1992 to 1996 for Rep. T.J. Shope, a Republican who using a fake Social Security number to represents the town of Florence, where open a bank account. He said prisoners prisoners represent about two-thirds of often know nothing of the community the population of 30,000. where they’re counted and never benefit Although the Census Bureau has from services available to permanent counted inmates as prison residents residents. since 1850, states control redistricting Meanwhile, the districts that inmates and can move those populations to their call home diminish in size and political home counties for that purpose or not representation. include inmates at all when maps are An April study from two Villanova 42 Kay# Niw^sa T#ken • November 21, 2019 Local From page 41/Census certain districts to have a particular in the country illegally. residence,’’ is, meaning ``where a per- legislative districts in their favor in voting power when they don’t actually “I don’t consider it a problem,’’ son lives and sleeps most of the time, 2011. have that population,’’ said Rep. Da- Shope said. “The census is a snapshot, which is not always the same as their Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, a Re- vid Crowley, a Milwaukee Democrat a snapshot in time on one day, and we legal residence.’’ The decision came de- publican, said he opposes the bill to co-sponsoring the bill to count prison- count inmates where they are currently spite nearly 78,000 public comments in change how prisoners are counted. ers where they last lived. housed the same way we count undocu- 2016 favoring counting inmates at their “I think the system has worked well Crowley said most prisoners aren’t mented residents where they’re current- pre-prison address. Four commenters as it is,’’ Vos said. serving long sentences; nearly 65 per- ly residing.’’ favored keeping the current policy. Bowen disagrees. He said Wisconsin cent are expected to return home with- The Census Bureau is not chang- But the Census Bureau said that since needs to come to terms with its history. in five years, meaning the effect of the ing its current policy to count prison- some states are considering whether “When you are growing up in areas census count _ undertaken every 10 ers as prison residents, though it has to change where they count prisoners, that have been, you know, that have years _ will persist even after they’re opened the matter up for discussion. states in 2021 can request a special been on the receiving end of oppression back home, he said. In a response to public comments on dataset that will list prisoners at their and plunder, of decades of resources be- But Shope, the Arizona lawmaker, the issue, the bureau said the practice pre-prison address for redistricting pur- ing taken from those communities,’’ he compared counting inmates as part of is consistent with how the agency has poses. said, “it really means that we should be legislative districts to counting people long defined what a person’s ``usual Democrats hope Wisconsin seeks that advocating to right that wrong.’’ data, but they face long odds in the state Legislature, where majority Republi- Associated Press writer Scott Bauer cans withstood years of litigation over contributed to this report. accusations that they gerrymandered Oneida Nation FARM N6010 County Road C Seymour, WI 54165 Buy Local/Buy Oneida 920-833-7952 Special Offer for a Limited Time Only [email protected] Hours: Monday–Friday 8 am–4:30 pm Oneida Nation Buffalo Meat Sale - Whole or Half EXAMPLE OF HANGING WEIGHT $ $ BREAK DOWN Discount Price 3.20/lb. 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While Iowa 44 Kay# Niw@sh< Kay# • November 21, 2019 Culture Treaty of Canandaigua By Josh Gerzetich one-time payment of $10,000 and add- Historical Researcher ed $1,500 to the $3,000 already issued On November 11, 1794 the United in the 1792 treaty, this brought the to- States and the Six Nations signed an his- tal yearly payment to the Six Nations toric document known as the Treaty of up to $4,500 to be used to buy supplies. Canandaigua. This landmark document Article 7 both sides promise not to take is important to both the Six Nations and matters into their own hands if a serious the United States because of the prece- crime is committed. There will be no dent that it sets and the change in policy acts of revenge or retaliation but instead towards Native Americans at the time. each side will write a formal letter of It is for these reasons that the Treaty of complaint to the other stating the issue Canandaigua is still relevant today to and then that side will take appropriate both the Oneida Nation and the Haude- actions to punish those responsible. nosaunee. The Treaty of Canandaigua The 1794 Treaty of Canandaigua has accomplished three main items for the seven articles that compose the main United States and the Six Nations. First body of the treaty. Each one of these in Article 1 it established a firm “peace articles is a negotiated point that makes and friendship” between the two nations. up the document. In summary the sev- Second in articles 3 it restored much of en articles are the main points of the the lands lost in the Ft. Stanwix treaty treaty and are talked about below. Ar- back to the Seneca Nation. Finally, in ticle 1 establishes and reaffirms “peace Article 7 it recognizes the sovereignty of and friendship” between the United the Six Nations as being an independent States and the Six Nations. Article 2 ac- country separate from the United States. knowledges that the lands reserved for For the United States the treaty also pro- the Oneida, Onondaga, and the Cayuga vided them with a measure of security are theirs and will remain theirs until and secured the U.S. claim to the Ohio the choose to sell to the Unites States. Valley. Article 3 defined boundaries for - Sen eca lands and returned to them over a Bibliography million acres taken in previous treaties. Francis Paul Prucha, American Indi- Article 4 states that the Six Nations will an Treaties: The History of a Political never claim land that is outside of the Anomaly, Berkley: University of Cali- boundaries established in this treaty. Ar- fornia Press, 1994, 96. ticle 5 secured the rights for the United Smithsonian, “Nation to Nation: States to have a road from Ft. Schlosser Treaties Between the United States and to Lake Erie. It also secured them access American Indian Nations,” Accessed to other roads and rivers in Six Nations March 12, 2019, https://americanindian. territory. Article 6 dealt with financial si.edu/nationtonation/treaty-of-canan- compensation it gave the Six Nations a daigua.html PHOTOS - Pictures & History of the Oneida Scene PHOTOS is a series that the Oneida History Department have been working on with the Oneida Community Library. The first two presentations were on Sports and Music. This upcoming March we will be working on a presentation featuring Oneida artists. We are looking for the community’s help. If you know any artists that have won awards, have had art featured in exhibits, and any other great ac- complishments please email Eliza Skenandore at [email protected]. Anyone photos of the Oneida artist or their work is appreciated. Thank you! The presentation will be held March 19th, 2020 at the Oneida Community Library from 5-6PM. Hope to see you there! Culture November 21, 2019 • Kay# Niw@sh< Wisk 45 Oneida Nation Museum: Specialist’s Objects of the Month By Katelyn Garza For the last few years, guests could Museum Specialist enjoy the traditional growing of the Three Sisters garden, but more recent additions include the large information- To celebrate Native American Heri- al decal lining the entire Museum front tage Month the Museum would like to window, as well as a large plaque with focus on their recent updates to the en- a brief history of the name “People of trance of the Museum building, which the Standing Stone”. The stone that the encourage a welcoming experience for plaque is attached to itself, was chosen all who come to visit, but also solidify because of it’s natural shape, which is the Oneida Nation Museum vision state- similar to the state of Wisconsin. Wher- ment in providing education about the ever the Museum Collection moves, the Oneida culture, history, and nationhood. stone will follow. 2640 West Point Rd. • Green Bay, WI 54304 For more information call 920-490-3730 Family Fitness Highlights or visit www.oneidanation.org/fitness 46 Kay# Niw^sa Y@=yahk • November 21, 2019 www.kalihwisaks.com https://oneida-nsn.gov/resources/fitness-recreation/about-fitness-recreation/ Local November 21, 2019• Kay# Niw@sh< Tsya=t@hk 47 N. Scott Momaday remembers 1969 Pulitzer, promises memoir By RUSSELL CONTRERAS also interviewed actors including Jeff Associated Press Bridges and James Earl Jones, who said SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) ~ Kiowa writ- Momaday’s work touched them. er N. Scott Momaday, who won a Pulit- “I thought his voice was one of a sto- zer Prize in 1969 for his groundbreaking ryteller. But because he had this poet novel “House Made of Dawn,’’ said he’s ring to it, it took on a whole different not done writing and vows to finish his tone,’’ actor Robert Redford said in the long-anticipated memoir. film. ``I think that’s why I got hooked In a rare interview at his Santa Fe on Scott.’’ home, the 85-year-old author told The Associated Press he’s excited about a Momaday’s “House Made of Dawn’’ TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31 new PBS documentary about his work, has been credited with starting the mod- and it’s allowing him to reflect on his ern Native American literary movement life growing up in Oklahoma and New and influencing the likes of Chickasaw Mexico. novelist Linda Hogan, Spokane and The former University of Califor- Coeur d’Alene writer Sherman Alexie $ nia-Berkeley professor also has two and Laguna Pueblo novelist Leslie Mar- SPECIALS PAY 1,19 9 other books in the works. mon Silko. “I’m staying active, and I still have “House Made of Dawn’’ follows a lot to accomplish,’’ Momaday said Abel, a Jemez Pueblo man who is strug- $ during a break from writing. “The mem- gling with post-traumatic stress disorder BLACKOUT PAYS 5,000 oir has been shelved for now, but I will after returning from his service in World get to it.’’ War II. Abel seeks to find himself, first Momaday said the memoir will delve on his reservation and later in the city. into his childhood with his teacher par- DINNER SERVED Momaday said the novel is based on ents and explain why he sees himself as a reincarnation of a bear. He also his knowledge of growing up on Jemez 3:30PM–7PM plans to write about the surprise he felt Pueblo in New Mexico, where his par- becoming the first Native American ents taught school. writer to win the Pulitzer, and about After more than a half-century, Mo- studying American poet Emily Dick- maday said he is humbled by the fact PARTY FAVORS & inson’s manuscripts, getting followed that writers continue to say his work has by Soviet Union agents while teaching influencedthem. ``I’m greatly apprecia- CASH DRAWINGS in Moscow, and meeting artist Georgia tive of that, but it comes a little bit of a O’Keeffe late in her life. surprise every time I hear it,’’ Momaday “That story appeared in Reader’s said. “I think I have been an influence. $ Digest,’’ Momaday said. As he tells it, It’s not something I take a lot of credit Tickets 60 O’Keeffe disappeared for a long time for.’’ $ during one of their meetings, and dis- As a tribute to Momaday’s influence, Handheld Unit Reserves 50 mantled a locked door to a pantry that the American Masters produced a spe- held the alcohol. (5-pack minimum) cial podcast with Harjo, the first Native “Her maid had took the key,’’ he said. American U.S. poet laureate, who talk- The American Masters documentary series is set to air “N. Scott Momaday: ed about how Momaday inspired her. Words from a Bear’’ on most PBS sta- “Momaday was the one we all looked up to,’’ Harjo said. “His works were tions Monday. Director Jeffrey Palmer ONEIDA CASINO dove into Momaday’s career but also transcendent. There was always a point talked to Muscogee Nation member where despite the challenges and losses and poet Joy Harjo about Momaday’s ... there was some moment that impart- YEARS Official Casino of the impact on American Literature. 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