Sisseton Wahpeton College hosts Founder’s Day Wacipi last Saturday, August 7th; PRESORTED STANDARD Photo highlights in this edition, more next week in your Sota Iya Ye Yapi U.S. POSTAGE Per Copy In joint press conference held in Sioux Falls: U.S. Dept. of Labor Secretary Elaine PAID Sota Iya Ye Yapi SISSETON, SD Chao presents Chairman Crawford with $3.1-plus million check for Oyate One- PERMIT NO. 6 Stop Youth Center demonstration project P.O. Box 628 ¢ SWO holds honoring dinner for two heroes Ivy and Carrie Shepherd Agency Village,Village, SD 57262 Lake Traverse Reservation schools prepare for 2004-2005 school year Postmaster: 50 Next week: Special feature on Sunka Wakan Owe summer 2004 horse training program Contents -- Time-Dated News Do Not Delay This edition mailed at Sisseton, SD on or before August 9, 2004 Serving the Sisseton and Wahpeton Oyate of the Lake Traverse Reservation since 1968

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By C.D. Floro “J.C.” Crawford and U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Sota Editor Elaine Chao participated in a joint statement about a The Multi-Cultural Center of Sioux Falls was the DOL grant awarded to the SWO for a two-year One-Stop scene of a press conference late last Wednesday, August Youth Services demonstration project. 4th. Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Tribal Chairman James The grant provides $3,119,333 to the SWO, From Senator Daschle – targeting up to 400 “at risk” Lake Traverse Reservation youth, giving them support services, over the next two Statement on DOL Youth years. Opportunity Grant The award is a direct consequence of SWO support for By U.S. Senator Tom Daschle the current YouthBuild program. YouthBuild is assisting I welcome the Department of Labor’s investment in 37 young participants in furthering their education, our Dakota youth. Chairman Crawford and his leadership developing job skills, and giving them opportunities to team will use this funding to add to their vision of more improve their community – for example, in the Agency opportunities for the young people of the Sisseton- Village dam park project. Wahpeton Oyate. YouthBuild provided much of the background I’m distressed, however, that the Bush Administration paperwork needed to write a successful application for is proposing to cut this very important program, which the DOL One-Stop Youth Services grant, according to means Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate and other tribal LeeAnn TallBear of Red Nation, Inc., the consultant who communities may not have access to these funds in the wrote both the YouthBuild and DOL grants on behalf future. The President wants to cut $250 million from this of the Tribe. (During his remarks, Chairman Crawford program and redefi ne the eligibility so it will no longer praised LeeAnn’s grants-writing, saying “Without her target high-poverty areas. This move would represent a perseverance and commitment to this cause, we would Presentation of symbolic check by U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao to the SWO. giant step backward. not be standing here today.”) Accepting, from left, are: Floyd Kirk, Jr., Dakota Western Corp. Acting General I will continue to support the Youth Opportunity It is certainly not a common experience for a White Manager; Secretary Chao; YouthBuild participant Tasina Gill-Halbert; and SWO Tribal Grant program and oppose any efforts to cut its funding. Chairman James “J.C.” Crawford. The presentation was made during a joint press We must ensure that young people in tribal communities Youth grant conference at the Multi-Cultural Center of Sioux Falls Wednesday afternoon, August Continued on Page 10 have access to the benefi ts these grants provide. 4th. For more photo highlights, see inside this edition of the Sota.

The Sisseton Wahpeton College held a 25th Anniversary and fi rst annual Founder’s Day Wacipi last Saturday, August 7th. There was a full day and evening of activities, which included a blessing ceremony for the new voc-ed building held on the rooftop of the building. Present for that event, and for the afternoon wacipi, was Vic Runnels, originally of Pine Ridge now living at Aberdeen. Vic is the artist whose work was inspiration for the unique cultural design of the new building. Also present was Ephraim Gill, formerly of the Lake Traverse Reservation, who has lived much of his life at Fort Totten, North Dakota. At the request, and with the Rev. Clifford Canku, Ephraim conducted the traditional blessing of the voc-ed building. Wahpekute Drum Group was there to provide songs, Above: Stylized photo of the afternoon grand entry last Saturday, August 7th, SWC Founder’s and several grass dancers also took part. The ceremony was spectacular, with the larger- Day Wacipi. To side: Grass dancer on the roof of the new voc-ed building during the blessing than-life drummers at all four corners of the roof, and a ceremony and program held in the morning. See more photo highlights inside this edition of panoramic view in all four directions. the Sota (second section) and more news and highlights in next week’s Sota Iya Ye Yapi. Later in the morning, Ephraim also conducted a Dayton Seaboy served as announcer, and Solomon The Chairman said the Tribe is very supportive of blessing of the arena and arbor, where grass dancers Derby was arena director for the day, which featured SWC, knowing that education is the key to survival and completed the ceremony. two grand entries – one in the afternoon, and one in the development in the future. evening. SWO Tribal Vice-Chairman Scott German also spoke, Coming next week: Head Lady Dancer was Ella Robertson, and Head saying that while the Chairman was “looking ahead,” he Man Dancer was Nathan Thompson. (Scott) would “look backwards.” Special feature on summer 2004 Nathan was one of the fi rst graduates of Sisseton He reminisced about his education on the Lake Sunka WWakanakan Owe Wahpeton Community College in 1983. Others were Traverse Reservation, and thanked those responsible horse training Cathy Redday, Nancy Harles, and Sandra Melius. for founding and preparing the College for meeting the program BRAVO provided the akicita honor guard for the challenges of today. grand entry. Drum groups present included Wahpekute, Lake Traverse District Councilman Ronald DuMarce, Thunder Boyz, and Dakota Nation. representing the SWC Board of Trustees, came to the “Pee Wee” Eastman gave the invocation at the microphone and also expressed appreciation for all that afternoon session. has been done to help the Tribe bring higher education to SWO Tribal Chairman James “J.C.” Crawford spoke the Reservation. following grand entry. He thanked everyone who has Later in the day, the SWC held a giveaway, which helped in developing the SWC and commended current included 30 star quilts, many blankets, and other gifts, President Dr. Bill LoneFight for his leadership. He said he hopes SWC becomes a four-year institution SWC wacipi and continues to serve the Oyate. Continued on Page 1 Sota guest editorial – Johnson responds to President’s remarks on tribal sovereignty (Editor’s note: We happened to watch the President on TV making remarks about tribal sovereignty. They show SWO honors a frightening misunderstanding of the relationship of tribal nations to the federal and state governments. Either a misunderstanding, or a willingness to support erosion of the treaty and trust responsibilities of the federal government members for to the tribes.) U.S. Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD) has released the following statement in response to these remarks made by life-saving President George W. Bush regarding tribal sovereignty. The President’s remarks were made at the UNITY Conference of Minority Journalists, held last week in Washington, DC. “Tribal sovereignty isn’t something that is given to tribes, it simply exists, and requires our recognition. Tribal rescue sovereignty is about recognizing that, for too long, the Federal Government has failed to live up to its end of treaty and trust obligations. It is about recognizing the challenges our tribes face, and working with the tribes to meet those challenges.” “Entrepreneurial assistance is critical to break the cycle of poverty and economic dependence in Native American The Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate held an communities, as well as to bring new services and products to families in these areas. The Bush Administration has not honoring dinner for Ivy and Carrie Shepherd only failed to provide needed leadership in this area, they have undermined the existing efforts to create and sustain on Friday afternoon, August 6th. Members of reservation jobs and have outwardly opposed thoughtful new initiatives that enjoy bipartisan support in Congress.” the Council attended, and Ivy and Carrie were The Bush Administration has worked AGAINST programs to create economic opportunity in Indian Country: presented with a monetary gift from the Tribe *Among the first actions of the Bush Administration was to eliminate the Tribal Business Information Centers to recognize their efforts in saving the child (T-BICs). The T-BICs provided critical services to promote entrepreneurship and business planning in underserved and his mother in Bismarck, N.D. Native American communities. (See accompanying photos, courtesy of The federal government already supports business assistance centers in every state, but funding for T-BICs was Whitney Renville.) eliminated by the Bush Administration 2002. South Dakota had three of the seventeen T-BIC facilities that lost their funding, including those in Eagle Butte, Kyle, and Rosebud. *The Bush Administration left vacant the Native American advocacy position at SBA. They persisted in leaving that position empty until significant pressure was applied from Congress and bipartisan interests. Senator Johnson, along with Senator John Kerry (D-MA), opposed these shortsighted actions and introduced the Native American Small Business Development Act to restore business assistance to Native American Communities. Despite its bipartisan support in Congress, the Bush Administration continues to oppose this legislation. *While the Congress has appropriated $2 million annually to support entrepreneurial assistance for Native American communities, the President’s budget has been stunningly silent on this issue. Last week we were privileged to visit the young Please notice changes, hopefully improvements, in *The Bush Administration budget cut funding for education programs in Indian Country by $79 million, including people and watch them train their two-year-olds and ride what we offer on-line. cuts to early childhood programs, tribal colleges, and a whopping $65 million cut to school construction. (Indianz. several of the older mounts (three- and four-year-olds). ***** com, Tuesday, March 23, 2004) We will combine the pictures taken then, with more We would like our readers with internet access to Transcript of President George W. Bush’s remarks follows: we’d like to take this week of youth who were not available know that the SWO Office of Environmental Protection Mark Trahant, Seattle Post-Intelligencer: “Good morning. My name is Mark Trahant. I’m the editorial page last time, into the feature. now has its own website. editor of the Seattle Post Intelligencer and a member of the Native American Journalists Association.” Please watch for it! Here is the url link: “Most school kids learn about government in the context of city, county, state and federal. And of course, tribal ***** http://www.swo-oep.com. governments are not part of that at all. Mr. President, you’ve been a governor and a president, so you have a unique Our thanks to Shannon LaBatte for phoning us last It is also available as an on-online link on the Sota experience looking at it from two directions.” week to advise we go to Indianz.com and see what’s going home page. “What do you think tribal sovereignty means in the 21st century? And how do we resolve conflicts between tribes on neighboring reservations. Check it out. You’ll find information about the in the federal and state governments?” She reminded us of the link we have on our Sota mission and staff of the Tribe’s environmental branch. President Bush: “Tribal sovereignty means that; it’s sovereign. I mean, you’re a -- you’ve been given sovereignty, website but have not spent much time checking lately. ***** and you’re viewed as a sovereign entity. And therefore, the relationship between the federal government and tribes is It really is a great source not only of regional, but There is no way your Sota staff could possibly cover one between sovereign entities.” national news about what’s happening with all the all the many activities in the schools and Districts of the “Now, the federal government has got a responsibility on matters like education and security to help, and health tribes. Lake Traverse Reservation. We encourage our readers and care. And it’s a solemn duty. And from this perspective, we must continue to uphold that duty.” We recommend it to everyone who browses the friends to submit material and pictures whenever you “I think that one of the most promising areas of all is to help with economic development. And that means internet. can! helping people understand what it means to start a business. That’s why the Small Business Administration has ***** Submission of articles, ideas and rough drafts, and increased loans. It means, obviously, encouraging capital flows.” We encourage everyone to support our soldiers serving photographs, are always welcome. “But none of that will happen unless the education systems flourish and are strong. And that’s why I told you in harm’s way today, by prayer, by letters, by sharing your If you have an interesting family story, or news you we’ve spent $1.1 billion in the reconstruction of Native American schools.” concern with them and with others of the community. would like to share, please contact the editor. (Federal Document Clearing House, Inc., 8/6/04) We pray that their service helps bring peace and Besides news updates of interest to the Oyate, we stability to the world, and that they come home safe and are always open to publishing historical features, stories, sound. and legends. Keeping the traditions alive is one of the The need for prayer is heightened by continued missions of the Tribal newspaper, and is too often ignored insurgent attacks even after handover of sovereignty to in the rush of current events. the interim Iraqi government. ***** And remember, too, our forces in Afghanistan, who Copy to be considered for publication - news, also serve in a hostile environment. advertising, editorial opinion letters, etc. - are to be Please pray for peace! submitted either to Tribal headquarters (SWO Mail ***** Room, TiWakan Tio Tipi) or to the Sota postal box at Those who have internet access can read the Sota Agency Village Community Post Office (P.O. Box 628, news and view photo highlights from each weekly issue Agency Village, SD 57262), by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. Anyone who thinks that good things simply fall out community have – their next generation. – in full color – at the following website, which is updated FAX and e-mail submissions will be accepted until 12:00 of the sky – such as the Department of Labor grant for Hopefully, this Dept. of Labor grant will assist the weekly (more frequently when needed): noon on Friday (with the exception of letters to the editor/ Oyate youth – should consider how they normally come Tribe in growing an even bigger and better program www.earthskyweb.com/sota.html Oyate, or “opinion” letters, which must be received no into being. to help turn those considered “at risk” youth into “at Usually it’s because there is groundwork done to opportunity” adults. prepare the way. ***** Sota Iya Ye Yapi In this case, it is because the Tribe had already prepared Sisseton Wahpeton College held its Founder’s Day Official newspaper of the the ground for YouthBuild’s summer 2004 project that Wacipi last Saturday, and we are bringing our photo Sisseton and Wahpeton Oyate the DOL one-stop youth demo project was possible. highlights to readers in this issue. Of the Lake Traverse Reservation Much of the grant application which brought Watch next week’s Sota, though, for the SWC staff Since 1968 YouthBuild to the Lake Traverse Reservation was used to provide more highlights and news from this celebration Sota Iya Ye Yapi Staff Oyate Chairman’s office at (605) 698-3911, or the in preparing the DOL grant application, which as we all of 25 years of higher education on the Lake Traverse C.D. Floro ...... Managing Editor Sota production office: voice-mail (605) 938-4452; now know, has been approved. Reservation! Earth and Sky Enterprises ...... 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(20 words or less) ...... $3 The Sota Iya Ye Yapi affirms freedom of speech as a announcing the grant award. week’s edition, and some will be featured in upcoming Each additional word, add ...... $.15 fundamental principal. Readers are welcome to submit ***** issues of your Sota. Deduct for each repeat CA, pd. in advance ...... 25% letters to the editor/Oyate, or “opinion” letters to be After seeing some of the work being done by the Notice the special section on Tiospa Zina’s overview Notice to Contributors considered for publication. These must be signed by YouthBuild participants, and reading and listening to of the 2004-2005 school year. Submit news and advertising copy, as well as subscription the writer, and published letters will appear with the Tasina and Norbert (see his open letter to the Oyate in ***** orders, to: Sota Iya Ye Yapi, P.O. Box 628, Agency author identified. The Sota reserves the right to edit this issue), I would like to propose a new “label” for these Watch in an upcoming Sota for a special feature on Village, SD 57262. Deadline for receipt of all copy for clarity and content, including libel and plagiarism. young people. this summer’s young people involved in Sunka Wakan to be considered for publication is 10:00 a.m. Suggested limit is 500 words, but letters of greater Actually, any labeling of people can be negative, Owe, the horse training project sponsored by mentor Thursday prior to the week of publication. (FAX length will be considered. Deadline for receipt of letters especially when labels can have such power for self- Owen Dean German. and e-mail communications may be submitted to to be considered for publication in the next edition is fulfilling prophecies. And the label, used so often in This year’s program was opened to girls, and both the Sota production office by 12:00 noon Friday, 10:00 a.m. Thursday morning regardless of method of writing grants for youth, is “at risk.” boys and girls have participated. with the exception of letters to the editor/Oyate, submission (letter via post office, Tribal headquarters But these people in YouthBuild are not “at risk” We are convinced that this volunteer program is a or “opinion” letters, which are to be submitted by mail room, fax, or e-mail). people, not from this perspective. model of how experienced adults can reach out to share 10:00 a.m. Thursday.) Views expressed are those of the authors and do not I see them as “at opportunity” people, who should their wisdom and skills with young people, and look Notice to subscribers: A handy clip-out form is available necessarily reflect opinions of the staff or the Sisseton be counted among the greatest asset the Oyate and forward to it continuing in future years. for your convenience. See the “Trading post” section and Wahpeton Oyate of the Lake Traverse Reservation. of this edition. Editorials by the staff do not necessarily reflect the For more information concerning news, advertising, or official opinion of the Tribe. Wednesday, August 11, 2004 subscriptions, contact the Sisseton and Wahpeton SWO holds appreciation Wednesday, August 11, 2004 banquet for legal interns Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate officials held an appreciation banquet for the summer 2004 legal interns, law students who have volunteered their time to help with research and drafts of Tribal codes and ordinances and other legal matters. The banquet was held Wednesday, July 28th, at Dakota Magic, and the meal consisted of steak and shrimp. Tribal Vice-Chairman Scott German, and Tribal attorneys Lisa Losano and Peter Jones spoke at the event, each thanking the interns for their work for the Tribe. (Note: See accompanying photo highlights, taken for the Sota by Jonathan Goeson.)

Summer legal interns pictured with Tribal attorneys at banquet held in their honor. From left, here are: Adam Mueller, Lorinda Mall, Tribal Attorney Lisa Losano, Heather Biddulph, Joan Bundy, and Tribal Attorney Peter Jones.

SWO Tribal Vice-Chairman Scott German thanks each of the law students for their service as interns this past summer.

Lisa RedWing presents this plaque in recognition of Lorinda Mall’s contributions to the SWO Judicial Department. Tribal officials aim to improve juvenile justice system Tribal Attorney Lisa Losano, Lake Traverse District who led the search and selection of Councilman Ronald DuMarce the legal interns, and supervised speaks at the banquet, recognizing their work, thanks them for their the contributions of the interns. Adam Mueller receives this plaque honoring contributions to the SWO. him for his service to the Oyate during his summer first night there, there were discussions of technique and internship here. subject matter. The following night a potluck dinner was information-sharing and problem-solving. She manages held to encourage outside interests and to hear some of the Youth Wellness Court for the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. the writer’s readings. For me, this being my first time in By building a juvenile justice system that emphasizes anything like this, I wanted to have something to share. prevention and rehabilitation, “We can improve the So in the free time I had I thought I’d whip up a little quality of life for all tribal members.” something. If you’re interested in hearing what I wrote The group’s next meeting is scheduled for Sept. 23- you could e-mail me a request at [email protected]. 24 at Rosebud. The encouragement the other writers gave me was SWO YouthBuild amazing, and they made my stay as comfortable as possible. participant attends writers The participants of the retreat are: Kathryn Akipa, retreat; encourages others Lowell Amiotte, Tasi DuBray, Lenora Hudson, Elden (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Lawrence, Lanniko Lee, Karen Lone Hill, Florestine Danette Crawford. Elrond Johnson. Norbert Jones, Jr., who is one of the summer 2004 SWO Renville, Gabrielle Tateyuskanskan, Kim TallBear, Lydia ommitment to developing a juvenile justice currently under his supervision are on probation with the YouthBuild participants. It is gratifying to see Norbert Whirlwind Soldier, and Chuck Woodard. Csystem that focuses on the rehabilitative needs of state. His approach has been to seek greater cooperation and others in the YouthBuild program achieving more The two mentors that attended were Elizabeth Cook- young offenders and their families has brought together and a stronger working relationship with state juvenile than they might otherwise have attempted by their Lynn and Joseph M. Marshall III. representatives of South Dakota’s nine Indian tribes. authorities. The goal is to hold youth accountable for participation. Please see other news this week about It seems as if the writer’s society of Oak Lake is in dire Representing the Sisseton-Wahpeton Sioux Tribe at the their actions and redirect them toward positive activities. YouthBuild and its participants!) need of young writers. So, if you consider yourself to be a most recent meeting of the group were juvenile probation Johnson’s colleague Danette Crawford says helping I had recently attended a writer’s retreat in Oak Lake, writer, this is a definite plus to add to a to-do list. officers Danette Crawford and Elrond Johnson. Native children identify themselves within their culture S.D. Corrections Convened by the South Dakota Coalition for Children, may also benefit those who are in the juvenile justice I normally wouldn’t have been involved with such Last week’s list of the July 20th Oyate’s concerns and the Juvenile Justice Tribal Advisory Group gathered in system. accomplished writers, but thanks to YouthBuild I was. If issues contained a typographical error. The amount in Flandreau to identify barriers to improving the tribal Ken James, chief of the joint Flandreau-Flandreau it weren’t for YouthBuild I wouldn’t even be recognized the Tribe’s burial fund is $90,000, not the amount in last juvenile justice system. Their findings will be presented Santee Sioux police force says a primary goal of the as a writer, except in my own eyes. week’s news article. to the Governor’s Council on Juvenile Services. advisory group is “to help youth stay out of the judicial I could probably go on and on about how great ***** In priority order, those obstacles are: system.” As for those who do break laws, he says it is in YouthBuild is but I’ll just let the projects speak for The Sota editor apologizes for errors in identifying *Critical lack of funding for juvenile programs and the best interest of society and juvenile offenders to hold themselves. members of the Enemy Swim Day School Board pictured facilities. them in the least restrictive environment. Any normal person wouldn’t have enjoyed this at the recent groundbreaking ceremony. Those incorrectly *Need for greater coordination among Bureau of Wilma Robertson agrees with the group approach to retreat, but as a writer, the experience is invaluable. The identified are Gloria Allison and Evelyn Blacksmith. Indian Affairs, state, tribal and intertribal agencies that provide juvenile services. *Greater family and community involvement in SWO observes World addressing youth problems. “We cannot live in a vacuum,” said Ella Rae Stone. “We live in a cross-cultural society in which the Breast Feeding Week relationship and services between the state and tribes is an essential part of juvenile [services].” Stone is director of The Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate celebrated World diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, asthma youth programs for the Yankton Sioux Tribe. Breast Feeding Week, August 1-7, 2004, with a walk/run and childhood cancer. Breastfeeding also protects infants In other business, the advisory group elected as chair, at the Tekakwitha grounds on August 5, 2004. from polio, tetanus, diphtheria and common respiratory Dick Kirkie, Crow Creek Tribe. Karen Jeffries, children’s The event was sponsored by the following programs: infections. It has long been recognized that human milk court judge for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, was IHS PHN staff, North Plains Healthy Start, the Health is best for babies. The American Academy of Pediatrics elected vice chair. She sees the group as “an effective way & Fitness Center, MCH, Health Careers Recruitment, recommends that mothers breastfeed their babies for at to communicate with neighboring tribes who share the and Community Health Education. Participants had a least six months, although 12 months is ideal. same problems we do.” lot of good old fashioned fun and visiting during the walk The Health & Fitness Center and Health Careers A common challenge is sharing information among around the grounds. Recruitment programs provided prizes for the participants tribal and state authorities who work with juveniles. The The walk was held to call attention to the benefits and Healthy Start provided lunch. Sisseton-Wahpeton Tribe’s Johnson said 20 of 45 youth of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding lowers the risk of a (Note: See accompanying photo highlights.) baby developing chronic childhood diseases, included later than 10:00 a.m. Thursday). Earlier receipt of copy is always appreciated. So, if you are aware of a date or message that needs to be publicized or advertised, please let us know about it in advance of the weekly deadline. For more information, contact Tribal headquarters, Agency Village, (605) 698-3911. Also, a 24-hour dedicated fax line is installed at the Sota production office: (605) 938-4676. Voice-mail messages can be sent to the production office at (605) 938-4452. The preferred way of the new millennium to submit typed articles and ads, art, and photos (if you happen to have access to a digital camera or scanner), is by e-mail. Sending photos as moderately compressed jpeg files, each approximately 100-200 KB in size, is preferred, attached to an e-mail message containing information about the pictures. The editor can be reached at the following e-mail address: [email protected] Digital files are also accepted on disc/cd by mail and at Tribal headquarters, on disk. CDF Tiospa ZinaZina TTribalribal SSchoolchool 2004-2005 ooverviewverview New TZTS staff Sports practice The new Staff at Tiospa Zina Dora McCoy - HS Teacher. Tribal School for the 2004-2005 Erin Selvage - MS/HS begins August 16th school year are: Administrative Assistant. Football, Volleyball, and coach for practice times. Let’s start Anna Mae Warnier - Elementary Karen Medhaug - Elementary Cross Country practice will the year off right and show that Para-Educator. Teacher. start on Monday, August 16th. TZ athletes are ready to compete. Jackson Arcoren - Kitchen Staff. Lacey Schimmel - Elementary ATHLETES: Make sure your Call 698-3953 for any Mike LaFontaine - Bus Driver/ Teacher. physical is up to date. Please questions. Para-Educator. Jermaine Renville - contact the school or your Nikki Duin - Kindergarten ParaEducator. Teacher. Deb Haug - Elementary Jack Laemmle - HS Math ParaEducator. Teacher. Seth Miller - MS/HS Physical Traci Kraayenbrink - MS Educator Teacher. Teacher. Kelly Larson – MS Teacher. Photos/Brief biographies of new staff

MISSION year. Guidelines are as follows: Learners will retain their own Returning Students who unique culture and be prepared for a completed the 2004 technological/multi cultural society. VISION spring semester – Tiospa Zina is a place where Complete an Enrollment Update creative thinkers exhibit Ohoda, packet. Some paperwork is required Okciya, Tehinda, Wicake, and on a yearly basis, as well as updating AnnaMae Wariner Lacey Schimmel Waunsida. All are responsible for personal contact information, etc. for Hello, I am AnnaMae Warnier. Hello! each child’s development, and sacred the school. I live in Browns Valley with my My name is Lacey Schimmel. I am learners are balanced individual’s who Returning Students who husband, Rev. Paul, and our daughter 22 years old and live in Bristol, S.D. Christina, a senior in high school. We live with all Wakan Tanka creations. did not complete the I recently graduated from Northern have lived in the Valley for over 11 State University with a major in VALUES 2004 spring semester at years. I am a graduate of Concordia elementary education and a minor in OHODA Tiospa Zina – Karen Medhaug Jack Laemmle University, Seward, NE and have early childhood education. Learners exhibit Ohoda by Complete an Enrollment Update Thank you for the opportunity Education: Graduated from taught off and on for the past 29 In my free time, I enjoy reading, holding in high regard self, others, packet. to tell you a little about myself. My SDSU with a B.S. degree in Earth years. I taught or helped with all going to concerts, movies, and car the earth, and everything related to Students who have attended name is Karen Medhaug, I am the Science/Geography. grades from pre-K through 12th. races, and spending time with my the living. another school must request middle child of six siblings. I am Married to Mary Wommer. Most recently I was lead teacher at family, friends, and dog. OKCIYA transcripts before registering for originally from North Dakota but Hobbies: Motorcycling, Playing Siceca Learning Center SWC. I am so excited to be teaching Learners exhibit Okciya by classes. now live with my husband, Jason, guitar, Camping. I am so looking forward to joining at Tiospa Zina and look forward to a sharing their thoughts, time and High School students must pre- and son, Ryan, southeast of Veblen. Lives in Sisseton, S.D. the Tiospa Zina Family. great year! possessions with others and taking register for classes. I have taught eight years at care of those in need. New Students who have Westside Elementary in Sisseton, TEHINDA working with fi rst grade students in Learners exhibit Tehinda by never attended Tiospa the Title 1 program. showing extreme tenderness toward Zina – I am looking forward to teaching children and doing whatever is Complete an Enrollment Packet. fi rst graders at Tiospa Zina this necessary to their development. All transcripts and paperwork coming fall! Erin Selvage WICAKE must be in order before registering Hello. My name is Erin Selvage. Learners exhibit Wicake by for classes. I started at TZTS in May. I love my telling and acknowledging the truth. High School students must pre- FACE program job even though I’m here when most WAUNSIDA register for classes. people are waking up! highlights/ Learners exhibit Waunsida Enrollment Packets are available I graduated from Brown by showing empathy to all living in the school offi ces, open weekdays. Wactch for updates invitation College in Mendota Heights, MN. I What FACE Can Do: things. If you have questions, call 698-3953 of new staff have an Associate Degree in Radio *Support families work ing on PERFORMANCE BASED ext. 3100 or 3210 for assistance. for Broadcasting/Communications. I live GED/College classes, employment, LEARNER OUTCOMES Open pre-registration for high 2004-2005 in Sisseton with my mom, sister, and computer skills. E F F E C T I V E school students will be on August 12, my adorable nephew Gage. *Home-based ages 0-3; bringing COMMUNICATORS - demonstrate 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you would school year When I’m not working I like Child Development info into the the ability to express themselves like to arrange for a different time, to spend time with my friends, go home. clearly in all aspects of life. call Mary Beth Kirk at 698-3953 ext. to concerts, listen to music, watch *Center-based ages 3-5 in active E N L I G H T E N E D 3311. NASCAR, and read. learning en vironment. REPRESENTATIVES - incorporate Students who are not enrolled and *Promotes family literacy. principles of Dakota culture, modern registered before coming to school and traditional values, and tribal will be sent home until enrollment affairs into their daily lives. and schedules are completed. Wednesday, August 11, 2004 SELF-DIRECTED ACHIEVERS - formulate goals and priorities, and continually evaluate their progress. BALANCED INDIVIDUALS - exhibit sensitivity, self-confi dence, respect, who model a holistic lifestyle, and are able to live in harmony with self, others, and Mother Earth. CREATIVE THINKERS - use a variety of problem-solving techniques and resources to resolve challenges facing them. GLOBAL CITIZENS - demonstrate respect for and acceptance of cultural diversity. School year begins August 19th Mark your calendars! The 2004- 2005 school year starts on Thursday, August 19th. Pre-registration for middle and high school students is on Thursday, August 12th, from 9:00am - 4:00 pm. If you need to schedule a different time please call Mary-Beth or Erin at 698-3953. Students who do not complete registration before Work underway to complete athletic complex at Tiospa the fi rst day of school will be sent home until enrollment and schedules Zina Tribal School grounds before start of the 2004-2005 are completed. school year. TZTS activities Classes SSU; New Staff In-Service. TZTS students: Friday, Aug. 13: Graduate Time to enroll calendar Classes SSU; New Staff In-Service. for the 2004-05 Tuesday, Aug. 10: Sisseton- Monday, Aug. 16: Pre-Service. Wahpeton School Board meeting, Tuesday, Aug. 17: Pre-Service. school year 4:30 p.m.; Discipline In-Service. Wednesday, Aug. 18: Pre- All parents/guardians of TZ Wednesday, Aug. 11: Admin. Service; Mentoring Lunch. students need to complete paperwork Data Analysis; Graduate Classes Thursday, Aug. 19: First Day of for their child’s enrollment in Tiospa SSU. School for 2004-2005 school year. Zina for the coming 2004-2005 school Thursday, Aug. 12: Graduate Tiospa Zina Learning Center Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Here are photo highlights of the TZTS Parent and available for their use for projects, FACE families, and Learning Center, which is all set and ready to go! as academic centers. This is for use by all Tiospa Zina families. Also pictured is the Early Childhood classroom. The staff wants them to see that it is up and running,

The early childhood center at TZTS.

The parent project center. The academic learning center. support. #2 Tiospa Zina Drive Agency *Meals provided. Village,SD 57262 *Transportation available. Phone: 605-698-3954ext. Contact: 3610 Fax: 605-698-7766 Email: Family and Child Education [email protected]

Watch the Sota weekly for news and photos of Tiospa Zina Tribal School activities Parent reading center. Jump into School with a Splash! *Monthly Group meetings *Children ages 3-5 years old with other parents whose parents/caregivers are enrolled *Appreciation for Native Ameri- in the adult education component. The staff and administration packet to receive your free can Culture and Dakota Lan guage *Appreciation for Native Ameri- Home Based can Culture and Dakota Lan guage. would like to invite you to pass! Grab your registration Parent as Teachers Component *Preschool classroom uses High/ *Parents are the fi rst and most Scope “hands-on” active learning. pre-register anytime between packet and your swimsuit and important teacher in their child’s *Parents and children share time August 4-13 and receive a head to Tiospa Zina Tribal life. together in the classroom playing and *Families who are expecting learning together. free pass to the Sisseton School! a baby and/or have a child age 0-3 *Free book received monthly. years. *Low child/adult ratio with certi- Swimming Pool. This pass If you have already pre- *Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly fi ed early childhood teachers. is available to all students registered feel free to come in home visits that accommodate the Adult Education parents schedule. Adult Family Members FACE-12th grade at Tiospa an pick up your pass. Passes *Born to Learn curriculum *Parents, grandparents, aunts Zina Tribal School who pre- will be given out between teaches age appropriate activi ties. and/or uncles. *Monthly group meetings with *GED preparation. register for the upcoming August 4-13. other parents. *College preparation. *Appreciation for Native *Appreciation for Native 2004-2005 school year. You See you soon! American Culture and Dakota American Culture and Dakota must have a completed Language. Language. * Free book received monthly. *Learn job skills. *Free book received monthly. *Computer literacy. Center Based *Daily parent and child time. Early Childhood Component *Increase parenting skills and TZ 4th graders earn fi eld trip to Red Hawks baseball game Earlier this year, Carrie Azure’s fourth grade The game was a double header against the St. of a 4-VIP seats pass to another Red Hawks game class earned a fi eld trip to watch the Fargo- Paul Saints held in May. and a baseball. Moorhead Red Hawks play baseball. LaVoy Jackson was winner in a student contest. The fourth graders had fun watching the The class did a baseball unit at the end of the Kids had to complete a baseball math worksheet game, being part of the crowd, and meeting the last school year and had earned the trip by reading and turn it in by the bottom of the sixth inning. He Red Hawks mascot. over 250 hours as a total group. did so and his name was drawn to be the winner (See accompanying photographs.)

Chris, LaVoy, Lori, and Tanner.

Chris, Tanner, and Chad at the game. LaVoy Jackson shows mom Lori what he has won.

LaVoy Jackson smiles big as he receives his 4 free VIP seating tickets and baseball! Chad Renville, LaVoy Jackson, Tanner Miller, Chris Keeble, and Travis Thompson. They are holding souvenirs they purchased while at Celine Azure, Willow Eastman, and Taylor Neilan, at the the Red Hawks game on May 9th, 2004. ballpark. ESDS FACE program summer pre-school highlights A new addition to the enrichment program at Enemy Swim Day School this summer was four very special days planned for pre-schoolers. Early Childhood staff Brenda Butler and Nikki Rumpza opened their activity-fi lled classroom on July 13, 15, 20 and 22nd from 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for learning, fun and literacy activities centered on a beach theme. Some of the activities included making kites and fl ying them, fi sh projects, sand art in a jar, and having a beach party. The pre-schoolers also joined the rest of the summer school students on the last day for a trip to Watertown where April wearing glasses! they delighted in the laser show at the Redlin Art Center and had a ton of fun at Ton-O-Fun! Thanks to all who participated in the fi rst FACE summer preschool program. April goes swimming.

Swimming fun!

Nikki enjoying the field trip to the beach!

Joslyn in this U.S. Mail outfit! Hoksina and Quincy enjoying watermelon.

Quincy with Playdough.

Sidewalk art by Brenda and Lindsay! Waubay High School clarifi es expectation of appropriate dress The questions about school dress have been around since there have been fi rst days of school. The answer however is changing as the school offi cials must respond to less Whole milk served to children must provide a birth certifi cate, Social enrolling in the system. fabric and more skin, and clothing 1-2 years. Security number, and transcript School will open on Monday, or accessories that might distract Chauncey doing an arts 2% milk served to children 2-3 from previous school. Immunization August 30th. students and interfere with learning. Fireman Hoksina. and crafts activity. years in Early Head Start. records need to be up to date. All fi nes must be paid for before The Waubay School District’s 1% milk served to children 3-5 Tours will be given to new students you register for classes. Student Handbook states: ESDS registration years in Head Start. for 2004-2005 Sisseton Public school year Schools fall Enemy Swim Day School will one). Students and parents who have registration, be registering all returning and new already completed registration for the 2004-2005 students for the 2004-2005 school 2004-2005 this past Spring will also year on August 11th and 12th from receive a T-shirt. school year Monday, August 16th 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Student All new students (including *9:00 a.m.: All 9th graders with Services offi ce. Kindergarten) must have a birth last names beginning with letters A, An adult will need to complete a certifi cate, tribal enrollment B, C, D. registration packet for each enrolling certifi cation and immunization *10:30 a.m.: All 9th graders with students. Each student and parent(s) records. Returning students will need last names beginning with letters, E, that completes registration will receive to update information. F, G, H. an ESDS T-Shirt. Each family will Please Contact ESDS at 947- *1:00 p.m.: All 9th graders with receive an ESDS family orientation 4605 or 888-825-7738 if you have last names beginning with letters I, binder (or update if already have any questions. J, K, L. *2:30 p.m.: All 9th graders with – Rice Chex, pineapple, whole wheat last names beginning with letters M, SWO Head Start bread; lunch – tomato soup, grilled N, 0, P. menu cheese sandwich, apples; snack – Tuesday, August 17th Here is the current SWO Early banana bread, orange juice. *9:00 a.m.: All 9th graders with Head Start menu: Tuesday, August 17: breakfast last names beginning with letters Q, Tuesday, August 10: breakfast – – English muffi ns, melon cubes, R, S, T. blueberry muffi n, melon mix; lunch peanut butter; lunch – hamburger *10:00 a.m.: All 9th graders with – chicken breast, savory rice, peas patty, potato wedges, tomatoes last names beginning with. letters U, and carrots, whole wheat dinner rolls, and cucumbers, split wheat bread, V, W, X, Y, Z. fruit cup; snack – strawberry bread, cucumber ranch dressing; mixed fruit; All students registering as apple juice. snack – Nutri-grain bar, cranapple 10th, 11th, and 12th graders may Wednesday, August 11: juice. register between August 18-20, 9:00 breakfast – Cheerios, orange, whole Wednesday, August 18: breakfast a.m. to 4:00 p.m. IF STUDENTS wheat toast; lunch – ham, scalloped – Cream of Wheat cereal, raisin bread, DO NOT REGISTER ON THE potatoes, string beans, purple plums, oranges; lunch – breaded fi sh, brown DATES INDICATED, THEY MAY split wheat bread; snack – Animal rice, stir fry vegetables, purple plums; NOT GET THE CLASSES THEY crackers, tropical punch. snack – sliced peaches, lowfat cottage WANT! Thursday, August 12: breakfast cheese, orange/pineapple juice. All high school students will need – pancakes, peaches, light syrup; Thursday, August 29: breakfast to pay a. registration fee of $7.50 at lunch – spaghetti, meat sauce, green – French toast, kiwi and banana, light the time of registration and complete salad, Italian garlic bread, apricots, syrup; lunch – chili, crackers, pears, required registration materials. salad dressing; snack – spice cake, peas, and carrots; snack – cinnamon Students who wish to register orange juice. apple muffi n, lowfat chocolate milk. and have not previously attended Monday, August 16: breakfast Menu subject to change. school in the Sisseton School District

Wednesday, August 11, 2004 SWO Head Start Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Carnival highlights

The Head Start program week were: Shelby Renville, held its second family fun kitchen set; Lauren Barse, carnival August 4th at Drental Armor All car set; Kim Park in downtown Sisseton. Redwing, health and beauty There were fun activities set; Gloria Reyes, kitchen set; for kids and parents from 12:30 Marjory Kirk, health and beauty noon until 3:00 p.m. set; and Marlon Herald, Armor There were door prizes, All car set. games, and balloons for The next family fun day children from birth to age 8 will be at the SWO Head Start years. There were hot dogs, sno Center in Old Agency this cones, popcorn, and juice for Wednesday, August 11th, from everyone. 12:30 noon until 3:00 p.m. This event was open to the Come and enjoy the public for recruitment purposes afternoon with your children. for the 2004-2005 school year. This event is free and open Future Head Start student! Door prize winners this to the public. Having fund with the ring toss! Dress and grooming want to see yours,” reports Mr. Students are asked to use good Stewart. Tight or otherwise revealing judgment in choosing appropriate clothing is not allowed. attire. However, since research Shorts: shorts may be worn only indicates that student dress often sets in the months of August, September, pattern for classroom behavior, we and May if they are appropriate in do expect that you look neat, that length (arm length). Shorts and skirts your hair is combed, and that you must extend to or beyond your fi ngers do not wear garments so revealing when the students arms are dropped or in such a state of disrepair as to at their sides. be a distraction. Clothing displaying Underwear/Outerwear: The obscenities, a drug or alcohol design general rule: Keep in under if it is is inappropriate. If any clothing is underwear. Pants are to be worn deemed offensive by the principal pulled up to the normal waist. If or other school offi cials, the student pants hang low the shirt had better Photos from Head Start Carnival held must change that clothing at be long enough to cover and no bra the principals request. Tardies or straps showing either. at Sisseton’s Drental Park on August unexcused absences may be issued if Slogans: No alcohol, tobacco or 4th. The next Carnival will be held at the a student misses class time to change drug illusions. Neither are obscene Agency Village Head Start Center this clothes. State law requires that shoes phrases or sexual implications Wednesday, August 11th. must be worn. permitted. Clothing that represents Students are not allowed to wear threat/hate groups such as gangs or jackets or coats in the classroom. supremacist groups are not allowed. Classrooms are set at a comfortable Shoes: No shoes, no shirt, no temperature for all students. If a service! This means no bare feet in student fi nds a classroom too cold, the school at any time. Renetta loves face painting! then he/she should wear appropriate Accessories: Hats, bandannas clothing (not coats or jackets) to and sunglasses are prohibited in allow for the classroom temperature. school. No chain style belts or heavier No coats or jackets will be worn to chains to secure wallets or keys are to class during the school day unless the be worn to classes. principal grants special permission. Overalls: Both straps up and Shorts may be worn only in the buckled. Notice Notice months of August, September, and Consequences: In most cases, students will be asked to remove the Lake Traverse District Members Big Coulee District Members May if they are appropriate in length The Lake Traverse District will be disbursing school clothes offending article of clothing. Refusal Big Coulee District is taking school clothes applications. (arm length). Biker shorts may be money soon. Please call and check to see that your child is to correct the problem could result Please contact Lisa DeMarrias at 698-3549. worn under another pair of shorts on the District roster. in detention and or suspension. only. Thank you, “We want to handle it discreetly” Wearing caps, hats, headbands, Lake Traverse District Executives hoods, etc. are not allowed in the stated Mr. Stewart. “I will not be out building during school hours. This looking for it, but if I see things as I Dakotah Materials includes coming and going to school. walk down the hallway I will react. Pants are to be worn pulled up to I must also react when violations are Wanted the normal waist. brought to my attention by members Attention The Association on American Indian Affairs (AAIA) has Al Stewart, Principal at Waubay of the staff.” received two grants of $50,000 to operate a Dakotah Big Coulee District Youth Language program at the Sisseton Wahpeton College High School, asks parents to monitor District Youth meeting is scheduled for August 11th, 2004 6:00 Daycare. students’ styles with a more critical p.m. at the District Center. Lunch will be served. The program has a small amount of money available to eye for school than they would in We need to choose a representative for the Youth Council; purchase books, papers, letters, or whatever else are in the the summer. While spaghetti straps more information will be available at the meeting Please Dakotah Language. and exposed navels are fi ne for the bring enrollment numbers with to this meeting to update the If you have anything available for use by this program, please beach and summer fun, they are not District fi les. appropriate for school. contact the school at (605) 698-3966, extension 1531. Mr. Stewart states “School offi cials do not want to embarrass or hassle students and so we hope that providing you with the information Attention and direction you need, you and your Long Hollow District Members student(s) can avoid confl ict.” (School Clothes Monies) Here are a few guidelines that For all enrolled District Youth may be helpful before buying that The distribution will be on August 13, 2004. new wardrobe for school. Please submit request & your school verifi cation letter as soon as Skin: tank and spaghetti strap possible. tops, crop tops and other midriff- Requests will be taken until September 30, 2004. baring shirts are barred. “You don’t Please contact District Coordinator for any other information. want to see my stomach, and I don’t Request must be submitted. Fun Fest SWO Youth Teen Center Saturday, August 14, 2004 Notice to SWO Districts At the Rink Please select a Youth Board member as soon as possible. The following is a list of objectives and Begins at 9:00 a.m. goals: The objective of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Youth Board is to reach the youth from all 7 districts, to Rummage Sales – Crafts – Flea Market – Roller Skating hear their ideas, and to help understand their needs. All Day $3 *SWO Youth Board will consist of one youth member from each of the seven districts It will be the responsibility of the district to select their own board member as they see fi t. The only Come out and try new games, Bouncy Castle, & Boxing requirement is that the youth board members be between the ages of 14-18 years and alcohol Chili Cook Off and drug free. *The Youth Board members will be paid $50.00 per meeting. Tentatively the meeting will be held 1:00-5:00 p.m. twice a month for the fi rst three months and once a month thereafter. Old-fashioned Carnival Games *It will be the responsibility of the board members to get the youth in their districts involved so 12:00 noon-2:00 p.m. that their voice could be heard. *It will be the responsibility of the board members to formulate a report as to how the Youth Native American Dancers Center/Teen Center is operating. 6:00-7:00 p.m. The Youth Board gives the youth an opportunity to create a healthy environment, develop plans, and implement their ideas. There is no better way to reach our youth then to ask, work Auction – Food Booth – Raffle together, and respect one another. Fireworks at Dusk! Please contact DeVon BraveBull at 605-742-0427 with the selection results or any questions or Rummage and craft booths available at $5 a space, must furnish your own table. Call Felix concerns. at (605) 698-6511. Proceeds go toward purchase of new video equipment for the roller rink. SWHA women’s softball team Wednesday, August 11, 2004 places third in state tourney Renetta Goeson attends Tribal Touchpoints child education Advisory Committee meeting in Montana Renetta Goeson, of the SWO into their program and also reported but can also provide an opportunity Head Start staff, attended a meeting any barriers or difficulties. for practitioners to connect with of the Tribal Touchpoints Advisory Together, the participants would parents. Committee in Polson, Montana, May think of solutions, and how to improve Using Touchpoints as windows 22-24, 2004. implementation of this project. of opportunity for providers to The committee is an ad hoc Renetta returned “really amazed communicate with parents, the advisory committee to the American at what a wonderful project this is.” model: Indian/Native Alaskan Initiative, to She hopes that the SWO “will *Stresses prevention through guide its outreach and engagement have a future Touchpoint site.” developing relationships between with Native communities. A highlight for her was meeting parents and providers. The earlier Central figure in this initiatve, Dr. Brazelton, who is really a famous the alliance is formed, the greater and co-director of Touchpoints, is Dr. person in the world of early childhood the opportunity to create a strong Berry Brazelton. development. collaboration. Thus, knowledge about Dr. Brazelton is perhaps the “I have read his books and have early child and parent development is best-known child development seen his work in videos I use for paired with communication skills to SWO Housing Women’s Team members, from left: back – Michelle Crawford, Heidi expert in the U.S. He is famous for training,” she said. “So to meet him make connections with parents. Crawford, Ruth Iyarpeya, Tina Crawford, Charlene LaFontaine; front – Sherry Hanson, Heidi his family-centered approach to in person and to work with him on *Acknowledge that developing German, Julie Bird, Linda Renville, Justine LaFontaine, and Vicki Vermillion. child development issues and for this project was an experience of a and utilizing relationships is critical to he Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Housing women’s Western Corp., for all of their support throughout the thoughtful, accessible advise to lifetime for me.” appreciating significance of cultural, Tsoftball team competed in the South Dakota season. parents. Tribes represented at the meeting religious, and social dynamics for Women’s State 2004 Softball Tournament held in Congratulations to all members of this year’s team He is also recognized for were: Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate; Red families. Watertown and brought home a trophy. for playing in the higher division. Great job! And a special helping parents see the ways their Cliff; Laguna Pueblo; Suquamish of *Encourages the practitioner to This year’s team placed third in a field of 15 teams, in congratulations to Ruth Iyarpeya, Michelle Crawford, and own experience and emotional Washington State; Blackfeet Nation focus on strengths in individuals and spite of registering in a higher division. Sherry Hanson for being selected to this year’s State All- health influence their approach to of Montana; Slalish/Kootnai/Flathead; families, rather than deficits. Team members would like to thank their sponsors, Star Team. parenting. Prairie Band of Pottawattamie. *Provides insight into emotional Sisseton-Wahpeton Housing Authority and Dakota A pediatrician, Dr. Brazelton Touchpoints in brief experience of the developing parent. founded the Child Development Brazelton Touchpoints Center *Departs from traditional transmission season? Ten percent Unit at Boston Children’s Hospital, believes that establishing and medical and social service provision of human cases have been diagnosed and over the years has written maintaining relationships with in its multidisciplinary approach. with neuroinvasive disease and 90 widely on parenting issues; his books parents is the basis of preventive By combining the knowledge and percent with WNV fever. Fifty-five include “Infants and Mothers” and care. The Center gives healthcare perspectives of developmental percent of cases are female and 45 “Touchpoints: Your Child’s Emotional childcare, educators, and social service psychology, education, nursing, percent male. The median age of and Behavioral Development.” professionals tools to support infants pediatrics, psychiatry, and social cases is 42 years with an age range Renetta attended the gathering as and parents at the beginning of their services, valuable linkages are made from 9 to 73 years. The elderly are at a member of the Advisory Committee, lives together. to support children and families. greatest risk of the most severe form which includes participants from The Touchpoints model aims to Renetta is hoping to implement of WNV disease and complications; other tribes who have received a build alliances between parents and these ideas into the Head Start/ 36% of cases are over 50 years old. grant to implement the Touchpoints providers around key points in the Early Head Start program, and Last year at this time there were 13 project into their Early Head Start development of young children. eager to return to Montana for more human cases of WNV. programs. “Touchpoints” are predictable Touchpoints sessions. Detections indicate that the Each tribe gave a report on how periods in a child’s development virus is widespread in South Dakota they have implemented Touchpoints that can disrupt family relations, and everyone should take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. All South Dakotans and visitors should protect Photo taken during wacipi held at the Touchpoints themselves from mosquitoes. South meeting. Dakotans are encouraged to reduce their risk of West Nile by taking the West Nile . . . it’s Prevention is the best option to following precautions: back avoid getting the West Nile Virus. (Use a mosquito repellent If you are going to be outside in the containing DEET when outdoors. By Paul Johnson morning or evening you should have *Screen all windows and doors Ag Extension Educator protection on. Repellents with the and keep screens in good repair. West Nile has been found in chemical DEET have been proven to *Wear shoes, socks, long pants several counties in the eastern part provide the most effective protection and a long-sleeved shirt to limit of the state. To this point it has not against being bitten by mosquitoes. mosquito exposure. been found in Moody County but DEET, however, is not recommended *Limit time outdoors at dusk that does not mean that it is not here. for use on children under 2 months of and dawn when mosquitoes are most If it has been found in the Brookings T. Berry Brazelton, MD, author age. Repellents vary in concentration. active. area and the Sioux Falls area it is also Ten percent DEET repellents are *Eliminate standing water that and Touchpoints co-director. in the area in between, and I would good for about two hours where gives mosquitoes a place to breed. Renetta Goeson, of the SWO Head Start Program, guess we could say that is in about Scenes of higher concentrations (25 percent or *The elderly and pregnant pictured with Dr. Brazelton at the Advisory all of eastern South Dakota. We are Touchpoints higher) will provide about 5 hours of women should be especially mindful Committee meeting held May 22-24, 2004 in Polson, testing birds again this year; however, protection. to take precautions. meeting in Montana Montana. once two birds are positive they quit With children don’t put on hands On Thursday, August 19, 2004 testing them. They are only testing or around eyes or mouth. Always South Dakota Public TV will have a crows, blue jays and raptors. They wash the repellent off children when West Nile Virus special program. The R e p r e s e n t a t i v e s are not testing blackbirds, robins, they come inside. If clothes have been show will be live with the opportunity of several tribes sparrows or doves. If you find a bird, sprayed wash them before they are for viewers to call in questions. In are present for the do not pick it up with bare hands. reused. Still good common sense goes addition to talking about status of Touchpoints session. Use rubber or latex type gloves and a long way. For more information call the disease in the nation and SD, put it in a Ziploc type bag. Do not your local Extension Office. pesticide safety and mosquito control freeze the bird, just keep it cool. If issues, Dr. Assimacopoulos will talk the bird looks like it has been dead West Nile cases about the clinical trials going on in a couple days it will not work to be By Tracey Lehrke SD for the treatment of WNV. tested. After you have it in the bag, Roberts Co. Extension Educator For more information about West bring it to your local Extension Office Did you know as of Tuesday, Nile visit the Department of Health where they have the boxes to properly August 03, 2004 there has been a total send the birds off to be tested. This of 11 human West Nile Virus (WNV) year we have received results back in cases and two blood donor detections Happy Birthday about a week. in South Dakota during the 2004 to my “All Star” My son, my little one My, how you have grown August 9th Happy 6th Birthday You’re not so little any more Soon you’ll be 13 My Sweet Lil Angel You are handsome as your brothers Mari Rose Cute as a button You’ll always be my little one Thank You, Grandfather Spirit For giving our loved one another Year of life May he be blessed with many, many more Birthdays to come

Happy 13th Birthday Michael We Love You!

Lots of Love Love, Mom, Dad, Jace, Alicia, Mom, Payton Jr., Charles, Thomas, Olivia, Love, Carolyn, Junior Christina, Rhiannon Dori Agency Village Boys & Girls Club activities highlights – Club members enjoy National Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Kids Day celebration Sunday, SACREDHOOPS August 1st Boys and Girls Clubs and other generous Swim Day School; Enemy Swim Head Start; City Basketball donators sponsored Bash at Sandy Beach in honor of Waubay; Enemy Swim District; WEY Printing, of National Kids Day on Sunday, August 1st. Waubay; Welch’s Grocery, Waubay; H-R One Stop, Sponsors included: Source Boys and Girls Clubs; Waubay; Fuzzy’s Resort, Waubay; Lakeview Auto, Camp Tribal Police, Agency Village; Day County Sheriff, Waubay. Webster; Mikes Jack and Jill, Webster; Enemy August 9-11, 2004 Tiospa Zina Tribal School Gym Boys & Girls 3rd-12th grades Welcome! Grades 3-5 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Grades 6-12 1:00-4:00 p.m. SACREDHOOPS provides basketball camps, emphasizing basic and advanced skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and overall physical conditioning. We teach all of our athletes to respect their teammates, their opponents, referees, fans, and especially themselves. Coaches: Tanner Albers, Travis Albers, and Michael Sinette. Contact person: DeVon BraveBull, (605) 742-0427. Sponsored by SWO Youth Teen Center, 414 Veterans Ave., Sisseton, SD 57262. July 2004 Youth of the month

These Agency Village Boys & Girls Club members have been recognized as Youth of the Month for July 2004 for their attendance and participation in Club activities.

Madeline Renville, age 8, Ryley Graves, age 11, wants to be a teacher when wants to get a “high-paying she is grown up. Her mother job” when grown! His mother is Melissa Renville. Some of is Melissa Lufkins. His her favorite – things are TV, favorite thing is sports, and swimming, and her favorite his favorite person is his person is her sister Alberta. mom, who is always there when needed.

web site at www.state.sd.us/doh/ Beef Patties. 07/10/04” or “SELL BY FREEZE BY WestNile/ or call 1-800-592-1861. PRODUCTION DATES/ 04 JUL 10.” Information is also available from the IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced *Seven pound boxes of SDSU Cooperative Extension Service June 21, 2004. “SEASONED BEEF PATTIES HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: at http://sdces.sdstate.edu/westnile/ The products subject to recall (MISFORMED) with a packaging Minnesota Departments of Health and the South Dakota Animal include: code 17304. The products subject to and Agriculture investigated several Industry Board at www.state.sd.us/ *Six pound bags of “NORTHERN recall are also marked with “Best by illnesses and contacted USDA. aib. PLAINS BEEF SIRLOIN AND 12/18/04.” QUANTITY RECALLED: BEEF PATTIES” with a packaging All of the products subject to Approximately 497,000 pounds. Recall of Frozen code 17304. The products subject to recall bear the establishment number DISTRIBUTION: Nationwide. Ground Beef recall are also marked with “Best by “EST. 245P” inside the USDA mark RECALL CLASSIFICATION: 12/18/04.” of inspection. Class I. Patties *Ten pound boxes of PROBLEM/REASON FOR Consumer Inquiries: 1-888- (Editor’s note: This recall notice “NORTHERN PLAINS GOURMET RECALL: The recall was prompted MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, was submitted by former Sisseton BEEF PATTIES” with a packaging by epidemiological evidence related 1-800-256-7072. IHS Sanitarian John Leith, who is code 17304. The products subject to to illnesses linked to consumption now serving a community in Iowa.) recall are also marked with “Best by of a product produced by this The following products have 12/18/04.” establishment on June 21, 2004. been recalled by the USDA Food *Eight and ten pound boxes and FSIS continues to work with state and Safety and Inspection Service. chubs of “FINE GROUND BEEF federal partners on this investigation. Products recalled: Frozen Ground 91/09” marked with “Sell/Freeze By Wednesday, August 11, 2004

U.S. Department of Labor Secretary SWO Tribal Chairman James “J.C.” Elaine Chao speaks at the joint press Crawford waves to LeeAnn TallBear conference, explaining how the DOL after having her stand and be publicly One-Stop Youth Center project is recognized for her role in writing both SWO Tribal Chairman James “J.C.” Crawford calls the conference to order. Pictured, from designed to help the community train the YouthBuild and DOL One-Stop grant left, are Dakota Western Acting G.M. Floyd Kirk, Jr., U.S. Labor Secretary Chao, Chairman young people for a future of hope. applications. Crawford, and YouthBuild participant Tasina Gill-Halbert.

After Tasina’s remarks, Secretary Chao commends the SWO YouthBuild Floyd Kirk, Jr., Acting G.M. of Tasina Gill-Halbert captures participant’s “courage” for speaking “from the heart.” Dakota Western Corp., speaks about everyone’s attention by delivering a for and find jobs.” Chairman Crawford about the Tribe’s She said that this grant will job opportunities available at the powerful personal testimony about what She said it will help especially unemployment rate, and his response help this Tribe “bring hope and Tribe’s bag manufacturing plant, which YouthBuild has meant in her life and those “at risk youth” access “tools was that on the Lake Traverse opportunity to its people.” is undergoing yet another in a series the lives of her fellow participants. necessary to successfully pursue job Reservation the rate is 81 percent.) She said the grant is also “in opportunities.” Secretary Chao painted a good addition to the $121 million that of expansions. The grant, she said, “ will picture of the nation’s economy South Dakota receives annually for Youth grant travel, and Tribal Secretary Michael said, “inspired her to dedicate most help provide “job training, GED overall, saying that over the past training and employment services.” Continued from Page 1 Peters was unable to attend due of her professional life to ensuring preparation, employment assistance, three months there have been 1.5 She spoke of the grant to his car breaking down along the that people have the opportunity to community service, and leadership million new jobs created. She said representing a “great hope . . . and House Cabinet Secretary to come highway. pursue lives of dignity and financial development for 400 Native the overall unemployment rate, 5.6 partnership, working together for our and visit the Sisseton-Wahpeton Among others representing the independence.” American youth.” percent, is better than during the young people.” Oyate. Her pledge of support for Tribe and its programs were Richard He called attention to her It will help give youth “hope and Clinton years. (Editor’s note: Most After the Labor Secretary spoke, Tribal youth was most welcome. Keeble (manager, SWO TANF and distinguished career as Director of opportunity,” she said. recent reports, however, show job the Tribal Chairman continued with Chairman Crawford did an excellent Employment/Training programs), the Peace Corps, CEO of United She quoted research that shows creation has slowed, and the economic remarks about what the DOL grant job facilitating the conference and Joyce Country (Professional Way, and Deputy U.S. Secretary of Native American youth are 2-3 recovery announced by the Bush will mean to the Oyate. speaking on behalf of the Oyate. Empowerment Program), Dr. Dorry Transportation before being sworn times more likely to be “at risk” than administration is refuted by others.) He spoke about the series of Floyd Kirk, Jr., also did a fine job Larson (Professional Empowerment in as the nation’s 24th Secretary of others. “And that’s why this grant is These data, she said, show that tragedies in recent years. speaking as Acting General Manager Program), SWC President Dr. Bill Labor in January 2001. so important.” “This economy is strong and growing “The Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate of Dakota Western Corporation, LoneFight, YouthBuild Director Chairman Crawford called Elaine “It will help Native American stronger.” suffered a series of tragedies and loss about the Tribe’s bag manufacturing Susan TallBear, and LeeAnn TallBear Chao’s mission in the Department youth gain the skills and services She acknowledged that “This of our young people due to alcohol plant, which is undergoing another of Red Nation, Inc. of Labor “to help America’s workers to get a good start on a productive (Bush) administration recognizes, abuse, car accidents and violence.” expansion and will offer several dozen Chairman Crawford welcomed prepare for the job opportunities in career path.” however, that there are people on the “We lost eight young people in new jobs. everyone to the joint press conference the growing 21st Century economy.” “And there are good opportunities reservations who need help.” the span of two weeks,” he said. But the speaker who really at the MultiCultural Center. He said He cited the Department’s work in South Dakota,” she said. “Unemployment for Native He spoke about the Tribal captured everyone’s attention, and they were there with “some great news with the Pittsburgh Life Sciences She spoke about the state’s Americans is not as strong as we community’s mobilizing by made Secretary Chao really take notice . . . that will help us turn around the Greenhouse as an example of that unemployment rates, which stand would like,” she told the audience. forming the “Coalition for Kids and of YouthBuild’s positive impacts, was lives of Native American youth and mission in action. at 3.4 percent – well below the “It is vital that Native American Families.” Tasina Gill-Halbert. put them on the path to rewarding Secretary Chao thanked national rate. (After the conference, young people have access to training This coalition was a volunteer The summer 2004 YouthBuild and meaningful careers.” Chairman Crawford for his welcome. however, a question was asked of and employment services.” community organization, which participant spoke from her heart He acknowledged SWO and state She said that she has enjoyed his about how the opportunities provided officials present, and acknowledged leadership and “working with you.” this summer to her and the other and welcomed U.S. Department of She said, “I know your heart is with participants are having a real impact Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao. your people.” – in positive ways. Where many had “Secretary Chao,” he said, “has She also thanked Richard Keeble faced a variety of “troubles” and dedicated herself to inspiring and “for doing a great job,” and asked despair, there is now hope for the protecting the hardworking people of him to stand and be recognized. future. America.” The Secretary said she was Witnessing the personal “Her compassionate nature pleased to be in Sioux Falls to consequences of “programs” and stems from her own background as announce a $3.1-plus million grant “grant awards” makes it all more an immigrant to this country at the to the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate. “real.” What was shared was more age of eight.” “This grant,” she said, “will help than statistics and demonstration “Her family’s experience at risk Native American youth . . . project objectives. transitioning to a new country,” he who have trouble in their lives, train Thanks to Tasina for sharing. In the words of Secretary Chao, “It takes courage to speak from the heart . . . about things so personal,” and she commended Tasina for having done so during the conference. SWO Tribal officials present for the press conference, along with Chairman Crawford, were Tribal Council members Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (Old Agency), Barb Jens (Long Hollow), Gerald “Smoky” German, Sr. (Big Coulee), Ronald DuMarce (Lake Traverse), Myron Williams (Buffalo Lake), and Kevin Close-up of the symbolic check in the amount of $3,119,333 Beside the SWO and South Dakota state flags is this diagram of the work Roberts (Enemy Swim). Vice- for “jobs and opportunities for tribal youth.” from the U.S. underway on the Agency Village dam park project, which is being done in large Chairman Scott German was away on Department of Labor to the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate. part by the volunteer work of the summer 2004 YouthBuild participants. planned activities to target young people. But after a spurt of organizational energy, the Chairman said, with “limited funds and no formal organizational structure, participation began to fade.” SWO Chairman “Individual Tribal Districts Crawford, U.S. continued to provide occasional Labor Secretary youth-oriented activities and field trips,” he said, “However, none of Elaine Chao these activities addressed the needs make joint of our large ex-offender population. project Ninety-one percent of all young announcement people involved with the local/county court system are Native American. These young people for the most part do not have functional home environments to support them emotionally or financially.” He said that during the past winter, Tribal officials approved development of a summer 2004 pilot project using the YouthBuild model, and appropriated start-up funds from Tribal revenues. Labor Secretary Chao is pictured with these SWO officials following the press conference. From left, they are: YouthBuild Coordinator SWO YouthBuild now supports Susan TallBear, Dakota Western Corp. Acting G.M. Floyd Kirk, Jr., Tasina Gill-Halbert, Chairman Crawford, Lake Traverse District 37 young people, ages 16-24, Councilman Ron DuMarce, Big Coulee District Councilman Gerald “Smoky” German, Sr., Buffalo Lake District Councilman Myron working toward their GEDs and Williams, Secretary Chao, Enemy Swim District Councilman Kevin Roberts, and Long Hollow District Councilwoman Barb Jens. higher education opportunities, and volunteering in the community. of our land.” “At this point,” she said, “we Their volunteer service, he “I know my colleagues feel the have two of the four pavilions almost said, includes working to develop same way in their hearts,” she added. complete and the ground has been a neighborhood park, the Agency Tasina then turned backward, to cleared for the trail system.” Village dam park project. a past that for many of those in the She described how participants The YouthBuild participants have 2004 program has been bleak. go to the Sisseton Wahpeton College also been participating in organized She said, “For generations there (SWC) in the morning, saying that recreational activities, and assisted in has been a lot of trouble and hardship two have already completed their the General Council June session. on the Reservation.” GED testing, and eight – including The SWO did not have Some of those troubles and herself – have already pre-tested and YouthBuild funding, said the hardships came from “a lack of good are now prepared for the final test. Chairman, “but was searching for a housing, drug and alcohol abuse, This fall, she said, ten of them model that would support the needs every type of abuse you can imagine . – including Tasina – plan to enroll at of high school dropouts, provide . . broken homes, unfair treatment by SWC to pursue a college education. training/employment, provide law enforcement, (lack of) affordable The afternoons, she said, are alternatives/incentives to be alcohol recreation . . . .” busy learning about trades such as and drug free, particularly for those “All this,” she said, “spells trouble masonry, carpentry, laying cement, tribal members who are involved for the young people.” painting, roofing, and landscaping. with the courts or involved with or at She said that teens and young She wants everyone to know risk of becoming involved with local adults on the Lake Traverse that since YouthBuild has begun, and area gangs.” Reservation have very little “to look these youth “are not just getting into With the award of the One-Stop forward to.” trouble.” Youth Services Demo Project, he said, “I know this from experience,” “We are trying to do something the foundation created by the summer she told the audience, “and from positive for our community.” YouthBuild project “will be expanded getting to know my colleagues.” She said that young people have and formalized by the use of MOUs Because of those hardships in always “been looked down upon . . . with all partnership entities.” their lives, she said that most are on sometimes the community (has been) One of these partnership entities probation or in some way “caught up quick to judge our youth, (thinking) is Dakota Western Corporation. in the system.” they were up to no good . . . because Presenting gifts, including this star quilt, and YouthBuild shirt, to the Secretary, are Acting General Manager Floyd Kirk, “Each and everyone of us has had there was not much for us to do in Ron DuMarce, Barb Jens, Susan TallBear, and Barb’s grandson Davonte. Jr., spoke next about employment a difficult life,” she said. our free time.” opportunities at the Tribe’s bag She said she views some “as And “at the same time, people manufacturing plant. tumbleweeds, blowing from here to talked of helping the youth, or Wednesday, August 11, 2004 there; (some) that don’t even have a wanting to put something together Speaking from his perspective as the dancers in breathtaking regalia sight of the opponents, who then try elders and children, also.) Parking place to call home, and some (with) for the youth.” a parent, Tribal member, and a Tribal file into the arena by dance category. to guess which moccasin conceals the is free and golf carts are available families that don’t have a place to call “But it seemed like when it came employee, he told of his concerns Their energy and colorful outfits are bead. There are many pretenses of to transport visitors to the event their own.” down to it, we were always denied. to help turn around those factors dazzling against the sunset. After all hiding and removing them, trickery, from the parking areas. Visitors are Whatever trouble, whatever All of it was talk for a long time. It on the Reservation that can add to the dancers have entered, prayers are and distraction so that it is difficult invited to attend church services hardship, though, “doesn’t stop us was all talk.” school dropout rates, unemployment, offered and special songs are sung. to accurately guess where the bead Sunday morning at nearby Tiowakan from getting up in the morning She questioned why the criminal behavior, gang membership, Other Grand Entries will be held at is hidden. Special songs are sung Spiritual Center at 10:00 a.m. on and coming to our classes or to the community, its leaders, did not do and even suicide. 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Saturday accompanied by a hand drum during Sunday, August 22, 2004. worksite.” something before now. But Floyd also told about on- and at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. the game. The teams take turns The Pow Wow grounds are “YouthBuild has given us hope She thanked Chairman Crawford going plans to continue expanding More than 500 dancers, many guessing and hiding and collect sticks located west of Little Six Casino that there is something positive in “for giving us this opportunity, for Dakota Western, offering up to 40 of them champions, ranging in age to keep score. Dave Flute (Sisseton- and are accessible via the Dakotah the community for our young people, YouthBuild, for the program . . . it’s new jobs – about twice the number from toddlers to octogenarians will Wahpeton Dakota Tribe) is in charge Parkway which is located off County and it’s something we can be proud giving our youth something to look employed now – over the next two compete by dance style and age of the moccasin games. Road 42 between Marschall Road of every day,” she said. forward to so we will stop getting years. group for thousands of dollars in prize Also at the Pow wow, vendors will (County Road 17) and County Road She told how YouthBuild is into trouble.” Adding job positions beyond money. Their regalia will combine have an abundance of crafts, clothing, 83 in the Shakopee/Prior Lake area of helping them gain an education With YouthBuild here now, she what is already available, he said, is natural and handmade elements like: jewelry, pottery, supplies, foods, and Scott County. Visitors are welcome to through GED classes, leadership believes it will “bring a lot of hope to a key to helping young people to a Eagle feather bustles, headdresses, beverages for sale. Frybread, Indian come at any time. The Ice Arena at training, as well as by learning our youth and our future.” future of hope, and he pledged that buckskin, breastplates, bells, tacos, wojapi, buffalo burgers, and nearby Dakotah! Sport and Fitness is difference trades and skills. She invited everyone in Dakota Western will be part of that moccasins, leggings, breechcloths, corn soup will be among the offerings. the inclement weather location. For The YouthBuild participants, she the community to come to the effort. angora anklets, and cuffs for the The Pow Wow is open to the public. more information or directions call said, are building four covered park groundbreaking ceremony this fall Next up at the podium was men. Women may wear fringed Admission is free for children 10 years 952-445-8900. pavilions and a trail system through to see firsthand what YouthBuild has 24-year-old Tasina Gill-Halbert, shawls, beaded capes, moccasins, hair and under and for elders 60 and over. As a preview to the annual Pow the Old Agency dam area. been doing with its volunteer work. YouthBuild participant. decorations, jewelry, leggings, and Regular admission for the event is $5 Wow, dancers from the Shakopee She helped people unfamiliar Tasina thanked Secretary Chao Greeting everyone in the Dakota other items. Each dancer has created for the entire weekend and includes a Mdewakanton Sioux Community with the Tribal community just where and the Department of Labor for Language, she said, “Han Tasinagiwin his or her own regalia through many commemorative Pow Wow program and other Indian nations will perform Agency Village is, and the dam. additional funding for youth of the Halbert, imakiyapi ye ka cante waste hours of hard work, with each piece and button, which will also entitle a dance exhibition at the Mall of “It’s a place where some of us can Lake Traverse Reservation. wahi.” having personal significance. Often you to two free, catered, meals: the America in Bloomington, Minnesota, get away to enjoy nature.” She also thanked YouthBuild And she translated, saying her items are passed from one generation evening meal on Saturday and lunch on Thursday, August 19, 2004, at She drew a laugh when she said leaders and Tribal officials who are name and that she had “come here to the next or gifted to friends or on Sunday. (These meals are free for 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. that the YouthBuild participants call supporting the youth. with a good heart.” relatives. it “the dam project!” She said she would be speaking Two host drums and ten invited Pow Wow Dance Exhibition at Mall not only for herself but also for her Annual SMSC Wacipi drum groups will sing special songs of America August 19; S-W Vietnam fellow YouthBuild colleagues. for each style of dance. Some of Tasina gave her age and said she August 20-22; Sisseton- these songs have been passed down Veterans to participate was born and has lived all her life on through the generations. Three of the A whirl of colors, sights, and Cree) will be performing live on the Lake Traverse Reservation. Wahpeton Vietnam Veterans drum groups are from Canada, two sounds will fill the halls as Sam stage at approximately 2:00 p.m., She first heard about YouthBuild honor guard to participate from Minnesota, three from South Goody Central at the Mall of America 5:00 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Lorrie is last spring, she said, but did not On behalf of the SMSC Business of life. The steady beat of the drum Dakota, one from Nebraska, and is transformed into a Pow Wow from the Sweetgrass First Nation realize she could participate because Council Chairman Stanley R. Crooks, fills the air, its beat echoing in your three are from Oklahoma. arena. Native American dancers in Indian Reservation in the province of so many other youth programs had Vice-Chairman Glynn A. Crooks, heart. You can feel the excitement For the second time the SMSC full regalia will perform to live Pow Saskatchewan, Canada. Her Indian been limited to younger age groups. and Secretary/Treasurer Keith B. and anticipation as you approach Annual Pow Wow will feature Wow music in a dance exhibition at name is Wept’ Nakwa Mek’Wanak Once she saw a flyer describing Anderson, and the entire Shakopee the arena where dancers and singers traditional moccasin games where performances, on Thursday, August (Grey Feathers). Lorrie has received the ages that qualify, 16-24 (not too Sioux Community is honored to host from across Indian Country gather teams will play games of dexterity 19, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., numerous country music awards for different from the 14-24 age group the annual Wacipi August 20-22, for three days. The public is invited and chance. Different tribes have their and 7:00 p.m. Dancers from the her guitar music and singing. the DOL One-Stop Youth Center 2004. This is a contest Pow Wow to experience of the Native American own version of these games, which Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux The dance exhibition will begin project will cover), she decided to with prize money being offered for culture at the Annual Shakopee are sometimes called “hand games” Community and other Indian tribes with a Grand Entry. Because Native look into it. competition in the various dance Mdewakanton Sioux (Dakota) or “stick games.” In the Dakota will perform dance exhibitions at the Americans hold their veterans in She said, “I heard before that categories. Community Wacipi, August 20-22, version of the moccasin games, a Mall of America in Bloomington, high regard, the Sisseton-Wahpeton when there is an opportunity, take it, The word Wacipi [wah-chee-pee] 2004. The event begins with Grand small object called a “bead” is hidden Minnesota, as a preview to the annual Vietnam Veterans as well as other and run with it.” in the Dakota Language translates Entry on Friday, August 20, 2004, underneath one of four pieces of SMSC Wacipi (Pow Wow). A Master veterans will enter first carrying the She saw YouthBuild as an as “they dance.” Its more common at approximately 7:00 p.m. The decorated cloth, called “moccasins,” of Ceremonies will be on hand to flags and Eagle feather staffs. Then opportunity “to get my education and meaning is a “Pow Wow,” a social Sisseton-Wahpeton Vietnam Veterans in honor of the traditional items announce what is going on in the learn various trades, as well as helping Dance exhibition gathering where friends and relatives Color Guard enter the arena carrying used. The object is to hide the tokens events. my community by revitalizing some Continued on Page 12 come together to celebrate their way the flags and Eagle feather staffs. Then under one of the moccasins, in full Singer Lorrie Church (Metis/ Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Heipa District Dance exhibition Continued from Page 11 6th Annual Wacipi all the dancers present will fi le into the arena by dance category. During August 14, 2004 the dance exhibition there will be many types of dancing by men and The Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate are looking to women, adults and children. Dancers fi ll the following positions. Registration for Moccasin Games will will wear beautiful regalia. Drum Closing date: August 13, 2004, at 4:30 p.m.: begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August groups will sing special songs for each Interstate/Intergovernmental Case Specialist, 13, 2004 at the Grounds. Games style of dance. These songs are passed Child Support Offi ce. will begin at 1:00 p.m. Evening down through the generations. Teachers (2), SWO Head Start. meal will be provided. Tables with information and staff Teacher Aide, SWO Head Start. from the various SMSC enterprises will Bus Driver, SWO Head Start. be available in the nearby Sears Court Closing date: August 20, 2004, at 4:30 p.m. for guests to learn more about Pow Police Commissioner, Tribal Council. Wows, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Judiical Committee, Tribal Council. All interested applicants can obtain applications and job Sioux Community, and Indian Moccasin Games descriptions at the Human Resources Department of the Third Place $25.00 Door prizes will be given Gaming in Minnesota. An eight-foot First Place $500.00 Co-Ed Tug of War out throughout the day’s tall tipi will be on display to serve as Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate. You can either contact Jody Thompson ext. 134 or Vivian Gill-Chasing Hawk ext. 113 at Second Place $400.00 (Teams must consist of 5 men festivities. The Heipa a great backdrop for photos. Dancers Third Place $300.00 & 5 women) District will provide (605) 698-3911. will be available for photos between Fourth Place $200.00 Grand Prize to winning evening meal at 6:00 performances. Fifth Place $100.00 team $200.00 p.m. Not responsible for This dance exhibition kicks The Shakopee Mdewakanton -Clip and Save- Archery Contest Contest Dance accidents or lost or stolen off a weekend of celebrating the Sioux Community is the owner of the First Place Bow & (Street Clothes Dance) articles. Day Money will Native American culture at the Mystic Lake Casino Mall of America Sisseton Area Arrow Set First Place $75.00 be provided to dancers Annual Shakopee Mdewakanton Store located at 252 North Garden Taxi Second Place $75.00 Second Place $50.00 who participate in all Sioux (Dakota) Community Wacipi on the second level near Sears. The Third Place $50.00 Third Place $25.00 sessions. Flag raising will -New Hours- (Pow Wow), August 20, 21, and Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Fourth Place $25.00 Hand Drum Contest be at 11:00 a.m. Grand 22, 2004. Hundreds of champion (Dakota) Community is a federally Monday-Thursday Fifth Place $15.00 First Place $75.00 Entry at 1:00 p.m. dancers from around the country will recognized Indian tribe located in the 7 a.m.-3 a.m. Potato Dance Second Place $50.00 Honor of the Elders compete during the event, attracting Prior Lake and Shakopee, Minnesota, Friday-Sunday First Place $75.00 Third Place $25.00 There will be an Honoring thousands of visitors each day. Visitors area and is the proud host of the Pow 24 hours Second Place $50.00 Frying Pan Toss of the Elders of the are invited to attend and experience Wow dance exhibition and the SMSC Call 888-880-3033 Third Place $25.00 (Women Only Contest) Heipa District 75 years for themselves the beauty and dignity Annual Wacipi. or Kahomonie Dance First Place $50.00 and older at this year’s of Native American culture. Held Cancer support 888-880-3034 First Place $75.00 Second Place $25.00 Wacipi (Pow Wow). outdoors in a traditional arena, the -Clip and Save- Second Place $50.00 Third Place $15.00 Pow Wow will also feature Native group meetings American vendors with arts, crafts, (Editor’s note: Please note Everyone is welcome to attend. beadwork, jewelry, quillwork and difference time and location.) For more information, contact Aftercare takes place every held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Native American foods for sale, The cancer support group SWO Health Educator Teddi LaBelle For more information, contact Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. For more information about including frybread, wojapi (fruit meetings are being held weekly, at 698-7267. SWO Health Educator Teddi LaBelle Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is these and other programs sponsored pudding), wild rice, hominy soup, every Wednesday, at 4:30 p.m. at at 698-7267. Tobacco support held at 8:00 p.m. Wednesdays. by Dakotah Pride, call (605) 698- buffalo meat, Indian tacos, and much the SWO Health & Fitness Center, Dakotah Pride Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is 3917. more. Agency Village. group meetings (Editor’s note: Please note schedule difference time and location.) The following is a schedule of Attention meetings held regularly each week at Notices Tobacco support group meetings Enemy Swim District Members Heipa District Members are being held every Thursday at Dakotah Pride Treatment Center. 4:30 p.m. at the The doors are open to any and Heipa District has the following Board positions open: all who want to take advantage of School Clothing applications for the 2004/2005 school year can be SWO Health & Fitness Center, fi lled out at the District Center. *Tribal Tax. Agency Village. these life-saving and life-enriching *EPA. meetings. Enemy Swim Pow Wow Committee meeting on August 10, 2004 Everyone is invited to come and at 6:00 p.m. at the District Center. All interested members are *Housing. participate. Talking Circle is held every *Tribal Youth (14-18 yrs.) Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. invited to attend. *Heipa Constitution Revision Committee. The deadline date for Letters of Intent for the Toka Nuwan Deadline for applying for these Boards is August 25, 2004 at Development Enterprise Board has been extended to 4:30 4:00 p.m. No exceptions. Heipa will vote on these Boards Attention p.m., Tuesday, August 10, 2004. Letters of Intent can be August 26 at 6:00 p.m. You must be present. Call the brought or faxed to the District Center. Big Coulee District Members Special District meeting Thursday, August 12, 2004 at the Youth District Offi ce to apply. The District will be having a contest for a District fl ag design. Center regarding the selection of Toka Nuwan Development ***** The winner will receive $100.00. Deadline for designs will Enterprise Board members. The “Removal Hearing” for the Heipa District Member Only be August 26th, 2004, at which time they will be voted Treasurer position has been cancelled. Heipa, Inc. job opening. Manager/Sales. Must be a District upon at the regular District meeting. Designs can be ***** member. use our Tribal application to apply. For more turned into any of the District Executives If there are any For further information call the Enemy Swim District Center (605) information, call 605 738 2324. Must be able to start right questions please contact Lisa DeMarrias at 698-3549. away. 947-4319 (fax) 605-947-4873. ***** Attention Arts & Crafter Heipa’s 6th annual Pow Wow will be held August 14th at 1:00 p.m. at the Veblen Flats arena. If you would like tos et up a table, please call the District Offi ce at 605 738 2324 to register. Notices Buffalo Lake District Members FAMILIES: REMEMBER FAMILY NITE AT THE ROLLER RINK IS THE 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS OF THE MONTH. THIS MONTH WILL BE AUGUST 11 AND AUGUST 25, PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS. ***** ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEETING, THURSDAY AUGUST 12 AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE DISTRICT CENTER. ***** ATTENTION TO THE YOUTH: THE DISTRICT NEEDS A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE YOUTH COUNCIL. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE CONTACT OLIVIA JOHNSON AT 698-7904 FOR AN APPLICATION. ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE AUGUST 12TH. ***** EVERYONE REMEMBER THE FUN FEST AT BDE TANKA TIOSKATA ROLLER RINK ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 14. ***** MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH WILL BE YOUTH RECOGNITION AND DISTRICT POW WOW AT THE RED IRON PARK. AT THIS TIME WILL BE DISTRIBUTING THE SCHOOL CLOTHES MONEY. ***** ALL PARENTS REMEMBER TUESDAY, AUGUST 10TH IS THE WILD WATER WEST TRIP. THE BUSES WILL BE LEAVING FROM THE ROLLER RINK AT 8:00 A.M. ANY CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 6 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. COME AND ENJOY A DAY WITH YOUR CHILDREN. ***** THURSDAY, AUGUST 26TH WILL BE REGULAR DISTRICT MEETING AT THE DISTRICT CENTER. Wednesday, August 11, 2004

Featuring . . . Buck’s Cenex Roberts County All Your On-the-Go Needs C-Store At One Stop National Bank Live Bait Peever, S.D. I-29 Interchange 5 East Maple St. All Your Fishing Needs -Hours- Cold Beer - Groceries - Ice 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Sisseton, S.D. Sota Iya Ye Yapi - Section Two - Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2004 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Phone 698-7621 4-Family Rummage Sale departments reviewed. Coordinate work minimal supervision. Indian Groceries Saturday, Aug. 14th, 8 a.m.-3 coverage with the external auditors preference will apply. We Accept USDA Food Stamps Internet Banking p.m.. 6 miles south of Sisseton on and ensure each party is aware of the Closing date: August 27, 2004, Pizza - Nachos - Beer - Ice at East Hwy 10 & Jct 127 Old 81. Bunk beds, odd tables/chairs, other’s work and well briefed on areas 4:30 p.m. central time. Fishermen -- LIVE BAIT Here Sisseton, S.D. bedspreads & sheet sets, much of concern. Work with management For more information call 605- Scratch Tickets www.rcnbank.com Open 7 a.m.-11 p.m. household misc., cordless phone, on implementing improved systems 698-3308. Video Lottery Video Lottery pictures, peony & lily plants, hardy and procedures, report on and Send resumes to: Sisseton- Soft Serve Ice Cream Member FDIC - Equal Housing Lender Powerball Cones & Sundaes shrub roses. Asst. clothing, infant- monitor management response and Wahpeton Oyate Gaming Commission, Scratch Tickets teen name brand, lg/tall women & implementation. Review and report P.O. Box 249, Sisseton, SD 57262; on the accuracy, promptness and ATTN Verlyn Beaudreau, Gaming Heretic Computer men’s clothing. Pam’s Country relevance of the fi nancial and other Commission Chairman. Services Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate information that is provided from Gifts On site Service Calls Gaming Commission casino management. Report on Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Located on Buffalo Lake Road For business & Personal Computers Job Announcement the value the casino obtains in its Job Openings *Service & Repair Title – Internal Auditor. activities with regards to economy, The Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate *Memory & System Upgrades 698-7837 *Web Site Development 3 Rooms Filled with All Kinds of Program – Sisseton-Wahpeton effi ciency and effectiveness. Conduct are looking to fi ll the following *Databases Development Gift & Decorator Items Oyate Gaming Commission. other reviews or tasks requested by positions. *Networking Always Reasonable Prices the Gaming Commission Chairman. Closing date: August 13, 2004, at Call Jenny & Abhijit Chatterjee Location – Sisseton, SD. Check It Out! Salary - Negotiable Depending on Provide an opinion on the internal 4:30 p.m.: Offi ce ...... 698-9044 Home ...... 698-9022 Experience. controls in the casinos. Interstate/Intergovernmental Reports to: SWO Gaming Qualifi cations: A Bachelor’s Case Specialist, Child Support Offi ce. Loney Electric Commission Chairman. degree in Business Administration, Teachers (2), SWO Head Start. Bible School CHAR’S Duties and Responsibilities: Business Management, or Teacher Aide, SWO Head Start. For Children ages 6-14 Residential & Commercial Cafe & Grocery Every Tuesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wiring Work with management to ensure Accounting. 3+ years experience in Bus Driver, SWO Head Start. Peever, S.D. *Bible lessons, songs. South Dakota or Minnesota a system is in place that ensures accounting or auditing, experience All interested applicants can obtain We Accept WIC, *Snacks, refreshments. 12150 Lake Dr. – Browns risks of the casino are identifi ed and in casino accounting/auditing applications and job descriptions at *Helping develop Godly character. EBT & USDA Food Valley, MN 56219 preferred. A recognized professional the Human Resources Department of Location: Agency Village Stamps analyzed. Plan, organize and carry out Call Toll-Free Boys & Girls Club. Open 12 Hours - 7 to 7 the internal audit function including qualifi cation (CIA, Certifi ed Internal the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate. You Marshall 1-877-820-0888 For more information, Monday thru Friday the preparation of an audit plan Auditor; CPA, Certifi ed Public can either contact Jody Thompson Gene 1-877-250-2436 call Alvin Esh, (605) 7 to 3 on Saturday which fulfi ls the responsibility of the Accountant; CCA, Certifi ed Chartered ext. 134 or Vivian Gill-Chasing Hawk 237-2098. Offi ce 1-605-694-2785 department, scheduling and assigning Accountant). Knowledge of the ext. 113 at (605) 698-3911. work and estimating resource needs. principles, procedures and practices Monuments & Markers Evaluate compliance with the NIGC of accounting and fi nancial records Retired! Want to Earn Extra “As for Tony A. & Anna M. me and Bde Tanka and transactions. Knowledge of Money! Minimum Internal Control Standards HANNASCH my house, Tioskata and the State Compacts of North and audit procedures, including planning, Enjoy Working with Children We specialize in pre-need markers we will South Dakota. Report to the Gaming techniques, test and sampling Then the Sisseton-Wahpeton and cemetery lettering. serve the Lord” Skating Rink Commission Chairman on the policies, methods involved in conducting Head Start program has just the job You make the decision, do not leave DAKOTAH GOSPEL - New Hours - programs, and activities of the audits. Knowledge of computerized for you! The program needs Bus it up to your family. 11747 457th Ave. ASSEMBLY Mon.-Fri. 1-5 p.m. accounting and auditing record Monitors for our bus routes for the Sisseton, SD Sisseton, SD 57262 Sat. 12-2, 3-5, 7-10 The Early Childhood keeping systems. Must be profi cient 2004-2005 school year. The hours Sunday 11 a.m. Phone (605) 698-4150 Thursday Bible Study 7 p.m. Sun. 4-6 p.m. Intervention Program with computers. of employment are 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Representing . . . 605-698-3798 Attributes: Ability to gather, and 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday RAUSCH BROS. MONUMENT CO. Pastor Bob Beasley Season passes only $25! analyze and evaluate facts and to through Thursday . . . some Fridays. Parties are still offered, prepare and present concise oral and Applications are available at the background check. just call and reserve! written reports. Ability to maintain Human Resource Department located Duties would include coordinating Job Announcement 698-6511 current knowledge of developments at the Sisseton-Wahpeton Tribal and planning the operation of the The Northeast South Dakota related to business matters of interest Offi ce. Completed applications are Siceca Learning Center for children Community Action Program Applications accepted until 5:00 PM, to internal audit, particularly legislation returned to the director of the Sisseton of college students and staff in (NESDCAP) is seeking applications on September 1, 2004. EOE. changes and developments as they Wahpeton Head Start program. accordance with college goals and for a full-time Executive Director. The affect casinos, and new auditing The closing date is August 13, applicable funding regulations to prime responsibility of this position Dakota Sioux Casino techniques and practices. Ability to 2004 at 4:30 p.m. meet established goals. is to develop and administer all Job Announcement establish and retain effective working Indian preference will apply as program activities of the NESDCAP Position: Communications relationships with casino staff and to Sisseton Wahpeton College allowed by the INDIAN PREFERENCE in accordance with its stated Offi cer. Sisseton-Wahpeton Sioux Tribe communicate clearly and effectively, Siceca Learning Center PROVISION OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS purpose and within the general Reports to: Captain of Security. 12 Veterans Ave. ACT OF 1964 AS AMENDED. Persons policies as formulated by the Board Requirements: High school P.O. Box 509 both orally and in writing. Ability to The Siceca Learning Center within Sisseton, S.D. 57262 the Sisseton Wahpeton College has who wish to claim Indian Preference of Directors as well as to provide diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Excellent Phone: (605) 698-7484 the following position open: should submit a copy of their tribal overall direction, leadership and verbal and written communication FAX: (605) 698-4429 Position open: One (1) Daycare enrollment certifi cate indicating their coordination. Qualifi cations include: skills. Ability to work irregular hours. Director. degree of blood and agency enrolled. B.A. or B.S. degree or comparable Dependable and punctual. Must obtain ENEMY Salary: DOE. Application process: Complete experience in business/economic a Support Gaming License upon hire. Closing date: Open until fi lled. a SWC application for employment. development. Wage dependent on Ed. Indian preference will apply. SWIM Bachelor’s Degree in Early Resume. Three (3) letters of & Exp. w/excellent benefi ts, including Starting Wage: $7.25. Childhood Education or other similar reference. retirement plan. Valid driver’s license Closing date: August 10, 2004. DAY related fi eld required. At least three Send to: Offi ce of the President, required. For a job description and Closing time: 4:00 p.m. (3) years experience in administering ATTN Diana Canku, Box 689, Sisseton, employment application, contact: SCHOOL A non-profit corporation SD 57262; (605) 698-3966 extension NESDCAP, 414 3rd Ave E, Sisseton, Trading post ads located near Agency Village, early childhood and/or childcare FAMILY AND CHILD S.D. programs. Applicant is subject to a 1150. SD 57262 or call (605) 698-7654. Continued on Page 14 Services available to victims of EDUCATION domestic violence & sexual ADULT EDUCATION CENTER assault: GED preparation Computer training *Legal, Medical and Personal Employability skills training Advocacy. *Shelter. Parenting skills and more! *Transportation to Court & EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Emergency Services. Ages 3-5 *24-Hour Crisis Line. HOME BASE PERSONAL VISITS *Information and Referrals. Ages 0-5 Call: Program available Tuesday-Friday (605) 698-4129 Meals and transportation o r All services free and available to anyone Live Entertainment within the school district boundaries 1-800-526-1830 All services are free and In the Lounge August 13-14 Call 947-4605 or 1-888-825-7738 available to anyone. Danny Dee SWO Fuel, Inc. Commercial – Residential Heating & Air Conditioning LENNOX Quality products Propane – Heating Oil – Diesel Bulk Deliveries Estimates Call 698-3521 or 698-4374 3202 SD Hwy 10 – Sisseton, SD 57262

Business Hours: Monday thru Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Anderson names William Benjamin as Regional Director of BIA Great Plains Regional Office Assistant Secretary-Indian to providing quality service to its Affairs David W. Anderson has customers.” announced he has named William F. As deputy regional director, Benjamin as regional director of the Benjamin was responsible for Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Great overseeing the day-to-day program Plains Regional Office in Aberdeen, and administrative operations for S.D. The appointment was effective the BIA regional office including May 16, 2004. Benjamin, who is an trust and human services programs, enrolled member of the Blackfeet administration and personnel, Tribe of Montana, comes to his environmental services, safety appointment after having served programs, facilities management as deputy regional director of the and information resources, as well bureau’s Rocky Mountain Regional as working with tribal and state Office in Billings, Mont. governments and other federal “I am very pleased that Bill agencies. During his tenure Benjamin Benjamin will be taking the helm also has served on several Federal water BIA. He served as a tribal programs at our Great Plains Regional rights negotiation teams dealing with specialist in the bureau’s Fort Office,” Anderson said. “His level of tribal-state water rights compacts; Belknap Agency in Harlem, Mont. knowledge, as well as his extensive worked to resolve conflicts between a (1977 — 1978); held budget and BRAVO members pictured with U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth at the July 17th programmatic and managerial Montana tribe, federal agencies and finance positions with the Billings Flandreau wacipi. From left, here are: Bryan Williams, Francis Eagle, Charnel Petersen, experience, will ensure that the private lenders to provide housing Area Office (1978 — 1993); served a Mike Greeley, Donna Williams, Buddy LaBelle, Stephanie Herseth, Dennis Isaac, and Brad BIA will fulfill its commitment mortgages to tribal members; worked temporary assignment as a supervisory Nichols. with irrigation water users to resolve accountant with the BIA’s Division Trading post ads Nations ii a league irrespective of the water supply and water rights issues; of Accounting Management (DAM) an ERA of 1.11. All Native Club Continued from Page 13 geographic areas they come from. and forged productive relationships in Albuquerque, N.M. (1992); Players and fans in North to Compete This will certain) enhance ISC efforts with tribal leaders, state officials, rose to the level of area supervisory Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota If interested, please submit an to reach out and strengthen their ties federal representatives and members accountant with the Billings office; and Manitoba have never had at ISC World application to: Ramona BearHill, in the Indian softball world. of the public. and was promoted to chief of DAM’s the opportunity to see the World Tournament in Director, Human Services Dept., The North Americans are a Benjamin has built a 27-year payments branch in Albuquerque Tournament up close and personal. Dakota Sioux Casino, 16415 Sioux Fargo strong team but their level of success career with the bureau starting in (1993 — 1996) prior to his becoming At the same time as Jennie Finch, Conifer Road, Watertown, SD 57201. The North Americans are a fast is measured off the field as well. The 1977 as a loan specialist with the deputy regional director in the Rocky Lisa Fernandez and the Team USA is pitch softball team headquartered players deliver a message of hope. Billings Area Office (now called the Mountain office. playing at the Olympics in Athens, Dakota Sioux Casino out of South Sioux City, NE, that has Their acclaimed “Straight Arrow” Rocky Mountain Regional Office). Benjamin also has successfully Greece, our region will be treated to Job Announcement twenty players representing sixteen program has allowed them to meet Prior to that time, he had worked completed the Federal Executive the best world-class men’s softball Indian Tribes and First Nations thousands of children during their equivalent. in the private sector where he spent Potential Training Program (1991 — players on the planet. All the biggest from the United States and Canada. existence and to encourage them to ependable and punctual. several years first as a high school 1992) and the Interior Department’s stars in the game will be on display The team was established in 1990 lead an alcohol and drug free life while teacher in Montana (1966 — 1969) Senior Executive Service (SES) in Fargo. useful. to showcase Indian athletes and to staying away from gangs. Their work and then with the National Council Candidate Development Program White, with 64 wins in ISC License upon hire. build pride in Native youth through was featured in the award winning of the Boy Scouts of America (1969 (2000 — 2001). World Tournament competition, mentoring and by having Native 2000 documentary Fast Pitch. While rience. — 1977) where he directed recruiting Benjamin, who was born and is the all-time career leader. He is athletes be good role models. The in Fargo for the World Tournament, Position: Security Officer. programs for American Indians on raised in Browning, Mont., on the an assistant softball coach at the Reports to: Capt./Lt./Sgt. of Security. North Americans were founded by a August 13-21, this committed group reservations throughout the western Blackfeet Indian Reservation, is a University of Oregon. White, a nine- Function: To provide security for all areas Winnebago, are coached by a Caddo- of Indian men will mentor Indian United States. He later served as 1960 graduate of Browning High time All-World player, has notched of operation at Dakota Sioux Casino. Pawnee, captained by a Comanche youth in the Fargo-Moorhead and finance director for the organization’s School. Following a course of study in five no-hitters including three perfect Requirements: High school diploma or games in World Tournament play. and a Hunkpapa Dakota and have as surrounding area and on the Sisseton- GED. Able to work irregular hours. Law office in Great Falls, Mont. accounting, economics and business Darren Zack, a native from their pitching staff a Cree, a Cherokee Wahpeton Oyate Lake Traverse enforcement background useful. Must From 1977 on Benjamin worked law at Rocky Mountain College in and a Choctaw. One of the pitchers, Reservation. obtain a Support Gaming License upon successfully in a series of positions Billings, he continued his education Garden River, Ontario, pitched 73 Joey Basaraba from Saskatoon, CA, hire. Must have some Security experience. dealing with human service programs at Eastern Montana College where he 2/3 innings at the 1995 ISC World shares the all-time ISC record in a Will work shifts as scheduled. Indian and budget and finance functions received a Bachelor of Science degree Tournament. He recorded 150 seven inning game wit) 20 strikeouts. preference will apply. at the agency and area office (now in business education, with a major in strikeouts and won ten game to lead They are truly intertribal, truly Starting wage: $8.25. regional office) levels within the accounting, in 1966. the Toronto Gators to the title. Zack, Closing date: August 10, 2004. 6’4” and 280 pounds, is playing for unified and truly committed. Closing time: 4:00 p.m. Marathon, WI, County Materials, The all-Native team plays on a If interested, please submit an application ISC 2204 world the top ranked team in the United world-class level as their resources and to: Ramona BearHill, Director, Human States. The legendary player is a four- support will allow. They have been to Services Dept., Dakota Sioux Casino, 16415 tournament time winner of the Most Valuable seven 1SC World Tournaments in the Sioux Conifer Road, Watertown, SD 57201. Pitcher award. past fourteen years. They gained a berth in the tourney by winning the Dakota Sioux Casino scheduled at Fargo Twenty-year-old Andrew competitive Nebraska-Iowa-Kansas- Job Announcement On August 13-21, 2004, the in New York doesn’t play at Yankee Kirkpatrick from Australia, a 6’8” South Dakota travel league, a feat Position: Restaurant Waitperson. International Softball Congress (ISC) Stadium. The defending World lefthanded pitcher, is one of many that represented more than just an Full Time. Men’s World Fastpitch Tournament Champion Broken Bow Spirit from rising stars in the ISC. Lucas Mata opportunity for them to play good Reports to: Restaurant Manager/ will be played at Jack Williams Amsterdam, NY, logged a 48-3 record from Argentina is another. Mata, teams. Their entrance into the league Restaurant Supervisor. Stadium in Fargo. The major level ISC in 2003 including an 8-0 record in who reaches 85 mph from 46 feet, represented the first time that an Function: To greet Restaurant World is a 40-team event featuring the the World Tournament. Their star is the hardest thrower in the world. athletic governing body or federation guests and wait on them in a best men’s players from around the studded roster with players from the South African pitcher Tony Moyo Visit Sota on the web has recognized their sovereignty by courteous and timely manner. world. Nearly every North American US, Canada and New Zealand makes may disagree. http://www.earthskyweb.com/ allowing them to represent Indian sota.html Requirements: High school State and Province will be represented. the Spirit a favorite to repeat in 2004. diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Must In addition, dozens of players from Two Fargo teams are expected to be able to stand and/or walk for Latin America, Australia, South reach the playoffs after round robin prolonged periods of time. Required Africa, New Zealand, the Caribbean play concludes on August 18. Fargo to submit a weekly tip report. Must and two European club teams from Imaging Solutions Knights were obtain a Support Gaming License upon Denmark and The Netherlands add ranked 10th in the world at the end to the international flavor of the 58th of July. The Knights have a 44-10 WEY Silk hire. Indian preference will apply. Starting Wage: $5.75. annual event. record and ace pitcher Michael White, Closing date: August 11, 2004. It has been said the best team a native of New Zealand, is 13-1 with Closing time: 4:00 p.m. Screening If interested, please submit an application to: Ramona BearHill, Director, Human Services Dept., Dakota Sioux Casino, 16415 Sioux Conifer Road, Watertown, SD 57201.

Dakota Sioux Casino Job Announcement Position: Hostess/Cashier. Reports to: Restaurant Manager/ Asst. Restaurant Manager Restaurant Supervisor. General function: To seat Restaurant customers and operate cash register. Position requirements: High Sale begins July 26th - August 31st school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. All basic white shirts with a two-color design Total responsibility for cash bank and cash receipts for your shift. Able to stand for prolonged periods. Customer $4.50 each courtesy a must. Must obtain a Key NO SET UP FEES! Gaming License upon hire. Indian Fast turn around rate! preference will apply. Wage: $7.00. We do custom orders and screen to your needs. Closing date: August 11, 2004. Family Reunions - Memorials - Special Events - Back to Closing time: 4:00 p.m. If interested, please submit an school activities- Programs - Groups - Drum Groups- etc. application to: Ramona BearHill, Call today to place your order 947-4205 or e-mail us at Director, Human Services Dept., Dakota Sioux Casino, 16415 Sioux [email protected] Conifer Road, Watertown, SD 57201. Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Redday-Campbell Family Memorial & Giveaway Memorial Dinner and Giveaway for Cora LaFromboise August 29, 2004 1:00 p.m. At the Roberts Co. 4-H Center Sisseton, S.D. All family and friends are welcome! Sponsored by Sisters, Brothers, Nieces, Nephews, and Grandchildren

Saturday, August 21, 2004 Mustard. Pretreat with a prewash Notice to subscribers product. Then launder using chlorine 1:00 p.m. Please note the expiration date of your subscription to the bleach (if it is a safe for the fabric) or At the Tim Peters Residence on Waubay Lake Sota Iya Ye Yapi. It is found on the right of the fi rst line of your color-safe bleach. Stain savvy: If a Everyone is welcome, and please bring your own chairs. address label. greasy residue remains, soak in warm If your label reads 8-04, for example, your subscription expires water using a pretreat product. Then in August 2004. Subscriptions should be renewed during or prior rinse thoroughly and relaunder. to the month of expiration in order to ensure uninterrupted Grass stains. Use a pretreat Legislation to create Nat’l Commission on service. Also, please notify the Sota of any address change to laundry product. Then launder the American Indian Trust Holdings; Would establish continue receiving your newspaper. Thank you. garment as soon as possible. Stain savvy: Check the garment for stain panel independent of the DOI to fi nd truth about The Sota staff removal before drying it, as the heat government mismanagement of trust assets of the dryer can set the stain. If stain and to hold a movie premiere in the them many votes, he said. persists, launder the garment again Charging that the federal would also generate momentum for from these words,” Daschle said. state. “I tried to help the Republicans. using bleach that is safe for the government has proven incapable exploring larger trust issues. “Mr. Balaran’s charges should be *Having Thune invite a Harvard They didn’t want my help,” Means fabric. of correcting serious longstanding “Many words have been a wake-up call to all civic-minded doctor who wants to conduct a study said. Suntan lotion. Pretreat with a problems with its management of spoken over many years about trust Americans to demand that justice of health needs on the Pine Ridge Summertime prewash product. Then, launder in Indian trust accounts, Senator Tom responsibility and the breach of trust and accountability be restored to Indian Reservation. the hottest water that is safe for the Daschle introduced legislation to and fi duciary obligations, but very the administration of Indian trust Thune said he agrees the black- stains fabric. Stain savvy: Apply sunscreen create an independent National little concrete action has resulted accounts.” mold problem and other issues need By Tracey Lehrke and let it dry before putting on the Commission on American Indian to be discussed. “We want to be Roberts Co. Extension Educator garment. Trust Holdings to document the Means: Thune campaign engaged in being part of the solution Whether it is a backyard picnic Perspiration. Use a prewash stain truth about the problem and make to that problem,” the Republican or a trip to the beach, stains seem to remover or rub with bar soap. Then recommendations on how to fi x it. apparently rejected his Senate candidate said. tag along. The Soap and Detergent launder in the hottest water that is “The United States has broken “Russell gives voice to a group Association offers these tips for safe for the fabric. Stain savvy: If its word to Indian people, disregarded offer of support of people on the reservations who I removing some common summer perspiration has changed the color its treaty obligations, and breached By Chet Brokaw, AP “I don’t think we were able to don’t think get heard from much,” stains and products that can help get of the fabric, apply ammonia to fresh its fi duciary trust responsibility,” Porcupine, S.D. – American fully do all the things he wants us to Thune said. “His message, I think, is the job done easier! stains or white vinegar to old stains; Senator Daschle said. “Litigation has Indian activist Russell Means says do, but we’re trying to do the things a very powerful and compelling one, Ice cream. Use a pretreat laundry then rinse. Stubborn stains may been fi led, and Administrations of Republican John Thune apparently we can do, that we’re able to do,” and it’s one that I have embraced.” product. Then launder. Stain savvy: If respond to washing with a color-safe both political parties say the right does not want his help in this year’s Thune said. Means also has proposed a plan it is an old stain, let it soak for several bleach in the hottest water that is safe thing but then do not follow through U.S. Senate race. “I guess I take issue with to get companies to locate plants on hours. for the fabric. to redress legitimate grievances. It’s Means endorsed Thune earlier the notion there hasn’t been Indian reservations instead of moving time to forget the excuses and get this year, saying Republicans could communication because we’ve been them to other countries. Companies Sisseton-Wahpeton Commodity Schedule down to the essential challenge of help change federal Indian policy, trying to continually work with him have moved jobs overseas because August 2004 making things right for Indian trust and the two had appeared together throughout the process,” Thune said. of the high cost of wages, health account holders.” at some campaign events. But Means “We’ve got folks who are talking to insurance and unions, but Indian Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday The Commission proposed said the Thune campaign never him on what I would say is a fairly reservations could offer economical 1 2 Open 3 Open 4 Open 5 Open 6 Open 7 by Daschle would be independent responded after he proposed a plan regular basis and we’ll continue to options to such companies, he said. 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 of both the Interior Department in April designed to win Thune more stay in contact.” Means is a Libertarian who and Congress and be comprised of support from Indian voters in his Means, a leader in the 1973 supports Ralph Nader for president 8 9 Warehouse 10 Deliver 11 Deliver 12 Deliver 13 Open 14 10 prominent U.S. citizens. The challenge of Democratic Sen. Tom Wounded Knee takeover and other because he believes that both closed; Big Coulee Buffalo Lake Lake 9:00-11:45, President, the Senate majority leader, Daschle. protests against government Indian Republicans and Democrats can’t Deliver a.m., Enemy a.m., Veblen Traverse 1:00-2:45 the Senate minority leader, the “I honestly tried to be a policies, now is an actor and politician. deal with the problems of Indian Elderly Swim p.m. p.m. a.m., Long Hollow p.m. Speaker of the House, and the House Republican, but they didn’t want He is running for president of the reservations and the rest of the nation. minority leader would each appoint me,” Means said. Oglala Sioux Tribe this year. He said he hopes a strong third party 15 16 Open 17 Open 18 Open 19 Open 20 Open 21 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, 9:00-11:45, two individuals to the panel. The Means said that after he Means said he had guaranteed can be formed by the 2008 election. 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 1:00-2:45 Commission would have the resources presented the campaign proposal, that Thune could get 4,000 more Reservation voters likely will 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 to hire professionals with expertise Thune campaign offi cials never votes from Indians if he embraced support Daschle in November because Warehouse Warehouse Warehouse Warehouse Warehouse in land and resources management, contacted him and never returned his Means’ campaign proposals - a swing they have voted Democratic for closed; closed; closed; closed; closed; accounting, federal Indian policy, and telephone calls. He said a friend close that could tip a close election. In decades, even though the Democratic offi ce open offi ce open offi ce open offi ce open offi ce open trust law, among other disciplines. to the campaign told him Thune’s 2002, Thune lost to Democratic Party has pursued policies that harmed 29 30 31 Warehouse closed, offi ces “The Commission will be charged campaign has limited funds and that Sen. Tim Johnson by 524 votes, and Warehouse Warehouse open on days commodities Indians, Means said. Republicans will closed; closed; are delivered. with the responsibility of reporting a state Republican Party program is this year’s race also is expected to be show up at some reservation events, offi ce open offi ce open to the President and Congress within handling get-out-the-vote efforts. close. but such campaigning will not win one year on how to recoup, if possible, Thune said Thursday he still The proposal included: losses Indian accountholders have wants Means’ help, but the campaign *Dealing with black mold in incurred as a result of government does not have enough money to Indian housing built by the federal 1st Annual mismanagement of trust assets, and fi nance all the get-out-the vote government. how to prevent any such losses in the programs Means and others have *Bringing some actor friends to future,” Senator Daschle said. “We are proposed. South Dakota to campaign for Thune Shaun Beaudreau looking for specifi c recommendations on how to fairly account for past Memorial Horseshoe mistakes, how to fi nd closure on the Swifty Lube trust issue, and how to prevent those 46114 SD Hwy 10 mistakes from happening again in Sisseton, S.D. Tournament the future.” East of Dakota Connection August 14, 2004 In introducing his bill, S. (605) 742-0112 2770, Daschle said Alan Balaran’s 1:00 p.m. until done resignation as Special Master in the NOTICE Cobell v. Norton class action against New shop hours: the Department of Interior last Monday-Friday April underscored the need to fi nd 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. new ways to break the current trust Saturday reform impasse. In his offi cial letter 10:00 a.m.-4 p.m. of resignation, Balaran alleged that energy companies, abetted by the Offering a 10% Discount on all cash purchases Department of the Interior, routinely for all elderly 65 and over, handicapped/disabled pay Indian people less than they pay and all active duty military personal and their Information others for oil and gas easements. He spouses (includes retired and non-active veterans). *$20 entry fee per person. further alleged that Interior offi cials Verification required. *Deadline for entry fee is August Prizes 13, 2004. regularly put the interests of private Basic oil changes $15.50 companies ahead of the Department’s First Place ...... Coat/$100 *No alcohol during tournament. fi duciary responsibility to Indian Full service oil changes $20.50 (up to 5 qts.) Second Place ...... Sweatshirt/$75 *Absolutely no drugs. people. Synthetic oils available. Third Place ...... Shirt/$50 *Not responsible for accidents. Daschle said the Commission’s New and used rims-custom or stock- (cars, pick-ups, *Please bring your own chairs, and review should get to the bottom trailers, ATV’s and lawn mowers), new and used tires. enjoy the tournament. of Mr. Balaran’s charges. And he For more information call Bruce, Terry or Jonnie at For more information, contact Maynard Beaudreau 932-3557; Jason Beaudreau expressed hope that this examination 742-0112. 1-877-970-0303; Linette Beaudreau 932-3831. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Buffalo Lake District Minutes for the meeting for water hook-up and if there is any money 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal held June 22, 2004. left over from Rural Water Development, they Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 30: 12 for: can reimburse the Tribe for the money spent. MOTION PASSED. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-075 Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); No minutes from the Old Agency District. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. July 2004 SWO MOTION NO. 22: made by Karen White, 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal MOTION NO. 35: made by Karen White, second by Nicky Crawford, question by Barb Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. second by Nicky Crawford, question by Barb Jens, to adopt the draft resolution authorizing MOTION PASSED. Jens, that Tribal Council support the Heipa Tribal Council proceedings the submission of a funding application to District to be the supplier of USDA Natural REGULAR TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING MOTION PASSED. Chairman. the Special Diabetes Program for Indians Buffalo Lake District Minutes for meeting held Angus beef for the casinos and to work with Tuesday, July 6, 2004, 10:00 AM MOTION PASSED. Competitive Grant Program serving an June 22, 2004: the CEO and General Managers of the casinos. TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers MOTION NO. 6: made by Ronald DuMarce, RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-070 Eastern Dakota Oyate Consortium. Recommend Human Services go on record to WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 35: 12 for: second by Nicky Crawford, question by Karen WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 22: 12 for: 638 the administrative portion of the Indian Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: White, to approve the Regular Tribal Council MOTION NO. 16: made by Karen White, Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Health Service present and future offices. Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. Minutes for the meeting held Thursday, June second by Myron Williams, question by Gerald Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Get a detailed report on Tax Revenues from the Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams 8, 2004. German, Sr., in resolution form, to enroll Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Vice-Chairman. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White (10:14) WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 6: 12 for: 16 applicants into the Sisseton-Wahpeton 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Have Vivian Gill be re-evaluated for her Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Oyate as listed in Exhibit A and presented by Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. qualifications as Human Resources Director by MOTION PASSED. LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Enrollment Clerk Zelma Flute. MOTION PASSED. Scott German. OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Bertsch, Wakanyan Inazin Chanku, RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-076 Licenses sold to non-Indians who are going to Action Item: Chairman draft a letter to BDM 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Jairus Edward hunt on Tribal lands are to be informed that requesting a list of all the Tribal Members to DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. German, Christina Estelle German, Cole Action Item: Get statistical data from they are required to seek permission to cross receive BDM and Webb water and a record of ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts on Law MOTION PASSED. Heath Housing identifying the Units with Black Mole individual heirship lands before reaching the all the items expended with the funding and Enforcement travel. German, Connor Jon Lohr, Jade Diana and give the list to IHS to gather information Tribal land and this is to be placed in that grant appropriations in the Tribe’s name for MOTION NO. 7: made by Ronald DuMarce, John, Robbie Estevan Frenier Kohl, Luciel on those people affected with health related brochure. all Phases. TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Shirley Violet problems and to include a Final Report to Build a new arena at the PowWow grounds. Chairman James “JC” Crawford, Tribal Barb Jens, to approve the Special Tribal Council Lohr, Jerry Daniel Lohr, Jessica Danielle Tribal Council. Abolish the requirement of Tribal ID cards, or MOTION NO. 36: made by Ronald DuMarce, Secretary Michael Peters (10:11). Minutes for the meeting held Tuesday, June Jaestas, Wayland Keith Nelson, make all participants of the PowWow and all second by Myron Williams, question by Karen 15, 2004. Rebeccan Ann MOTION NO. 23: made by Ronald DuMarce, events at the PowWow including the rodeo, White, to approve the District Chairman’s TRIBAL EXECUTIVES ABSENT: Tribal Vice- WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 7: 12 for: Paul, Brian Jay, Renville, Creighton second by Myron Williams, question by Gerald softball teams, moccasin games, singing Association Report as presented by Enemy Chairman Scott German, death in family. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Cornelius Jr. German, Sr., to approve the Human Services contests to have Tribal ID cards. Swim Chairman Steve Kongi, Big Coulee Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Thompson, Tyler Cyrus Enoch Board Report as presented by Lorraine German, Approve (District) relinquishment request for Chairman Gene Heminger, Heipa Chairwoman CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Chairman James “JC” Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Greeley, Reondre Reno Omareus Clayton Milton Hill, Lisa Redwing, Sara DeCoteau, with Arlene One Road. Barb Heminger, Long Hollow Chairwoman Crawford called the meeting to order at 10:10 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 16: IHS SUD Richard Huff, Dakota Pride Director Joyce Country, Buffalo Lake Chairman Alan AM with one (1) Executive and five (5) Council Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Richard Bird and Health and Fitness Center MOTION NO. 31: made by Karen White, Johnson and Vice-Chairwoman Terri Larson. members from seven (7) districts answering MOTION PASSED. German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen Program Manager John Kristofferson. second by Barb Jens, question by Nicky WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 36: Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the Big Coulee White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 23: Crawford, to accept the Enemy Swim District 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald District said by Nicky Crawford. MOTION NO. 8: made by Nicky Crawford, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Minutes for the meeting held June 30, 2004. German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald second by Barb Jens, question by Karen White, 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 31: 12 for: DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); PRESENTATION made by Mervin Winston and to approve the Special Tribal Council Minutes Chairman. White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Jim Houten of Mervin Winston Ltd., to Tribal for the meeting held Wednesday, June 23, 2004. MOTION PASSED. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Council concerning Planning Evaluation. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 8: 12 for: RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-071 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Chairman. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Chairman. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal MOTION PASSED. Five Dakota Sioux Casino and Hotel Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); MOTION NO. 17: made by Gerald German, MOTION PASSED. Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Construction Bidders were heard from Kraus Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Sr., second by Karen White, question by MOTION PASSED. MOTION NO. 37: made by Ronald DuMarce, Anderson, Knutson, Shingobee, JE Dunn/ 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Ronald DuMarce, in resolution form, to enroll MOTION NO. 24: made by Karen White, second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Witcher and Sioux Fall Construction. Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. six applicants into the Sisseton-Wahpeton second by Ronald DuMarce, question by Myron Enemy Swim District Minutes for meeting held Barb Jens, to adjourn. MOTION PASSED. Oyate as listed in Exhibit B and presented by Williams, to approve the July 2004 Cash June 30, 2004: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 37: 12 for: MOTION NO. 1: made by Barb Jens, second Enrollment Clerk Zelma Flute. Payment Summary with an increase in the 1. To accept (District) Election Board Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, by Ronald DuMarce, question by Karen White, MOTION NO. 9: made by Karen White, second Archambault, Darrien Hake Thomas District General Welfare Fund from $40,000.00 Report of Steve Kongi as District Chairman Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); to grant the Bid for the Dakota Sioux Casino by Barb Jens, question by Ronald DuMarce, to Arcoren, Amanda Rose to $50,000.00 and to check on the three and Todd O-Riley as District Treasurer. District Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. expansion to JE Dunn/Witcher. approve the 2004 First General Council First Estes, Joylynn Ramona Mary Heminger, items billed from Mervin Winston on Dakota Executives sworn in. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 1: 11 for: Day Minutes for the meeting held Thursday, Mahpiya Uymni Western, to make sure that this is paid by Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Gerald German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); June 24, 2004. Heminger, Tanner Logan Mousseau- Dakota Western. MOTION NO. 32 made by Ronald DuMarce, MOTION PASSED. Karen White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 9: 13 for: Ortley, Cali Marie WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 24: second by Gerald German, Sr., question by MEETING ADJOURNED 5:01 PM. (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 2 Opposed: Edwin Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 17: 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Myron Williams, to acknowledge receipt of Respectfully Submitted, ______“Nicky” Crawford (2). 0 Abstained. 0 Absent Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen the Lake Traverse District Minutes for the __, Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); meetings held May 27 and June 24, 2004. MOTION PASSED. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 32: 12 for: SPECIAL TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Monday, July 12, 2004, 10:00 AM MOTION NO. 2: made by Ronald DuMarce, MOTION PASSED. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers second by Karen White, Barb Jens, to adjourn. Chairman. MOTION PASSED. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 2: 13 MOTION NO. 10: made by Ronald DuMarce, MOTION PASSED. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald second by Gerald German, Sr., question by RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-072 MOTION NO. 25: made by Ronald DuMarce, Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen Barb Jens, to approve the 2004 First General second by Barb Jens, question by Karen White, MOTION PASSED. BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Council Second Day Minutes for the meeting MOTION NO. 18: made by Barb Jens, second by to approve the Tribal Chairman Report as ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. held Friday, June 25, 2004. Nicky Crawford, question by Gerald German, presented by James “JC” Crawford. Lake Traverse District Minutes for meeting HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 10: 12 for: Sr., in resolution form, to enroll 19 applicants WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 25: held May 27 and June 24, 2004: LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce Chairman. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, into the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate as listed in 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Approved new membership: Lonna Sherwood LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens MOTION PASSED. Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Exhibit C and presented by Enrollment Clerk German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen Quame, Stephanie Wanna, Cedric King Jr., OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford MEETING ADJOURNED 6:20 PM. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Zelma Flute. White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Bradley Eric King and Ann Marie Keeble. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Collins, Vincent Cortez Guajardo, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Hang onto the Veblen Plant and look at TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal Respectfully Submitted, ______Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Zeka-Na-Zina 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal developing a Business Plan. Chairman James “JC” Crawford, Tribal ______MOTION PASSED. Kohl, Cayden James LaBatte, Eric Brandon Chairman. Tom Flute new representative on the PowWow Vice-Chairman Scott German (10:45), Tribal Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary Norcross, Tonya Marie Provincial, MOTION PASSED. Committee. Secretary Michael Peters. MOTION NO. 11: made by Ronald DuMarce, Maliyah Laura Terminate JC Crawford. REGULAR TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING second by Barb Jens, question by Karen White, Redday, Raven Rose Redday, Tristan Paige MOTION NO. 26: made by Karen White, Tribe look into a carnival vendor. CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Chairman James Wednesday, July 7, 2004, 10:00 AM to approve the Regular Tribal Council Minutes Redday, William Tulley Red Eagle, second by Ronald DuMarce, question by Barb Approve (District) relinquishment of Troy “JC” Crawford called the meeting to order at TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers for the meeting held Monday, June 28, 2004. Woneyah Dawn Jens, to authorize $20,000.00 for each District Pauman. 10:10 AM with two (2) Executives and seven WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 11: 12 for: Renville-Luzio, Nicholas Reece Robertson, for their Summer Youth activities to come out (7) Council members from seven (7) districts DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Stevie Rae of the Youth Account. MOTION NO. 33: made by Barb Jens, second by answering Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); Rockwood, Ian LeRoy Ross, Amercus Jean WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 26: Nicky Crawford, question by Gerald German, Big Coulee District said by Nicky Crawford. BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Seaboy, Mae Ella Fern Thunderhawk, Winter 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Sr., to acknowledge receipt of the Long Hollow HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Sky German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald District Minutes for the meeting held June 27, This Special Meeting was called to discuss LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Collins, Erin Renee Beaver, Selena Dawn DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); 2004. Dakota Express debt and visit with HoChunk LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens MOTION PASSED. Provancial, Teyana Dineh Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 33: 12 for: representatives. OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 18: 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, MOTION NO. 12: made by Gerald German, Sr., 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Chairman. Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); MOTION NO. 38: made by Ronald DuMarce, DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: second by Myron Williams, question by Ronald German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen MOTION PASSED. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. second by Kevin Roberts, question by Michael ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts on Law DuMarce, to approve the Special Tribal Council White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Peters, to donate $10,000.00 toward the Enforcement travel. Minutes for the meeting held Tuesday, June Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. MOTION NO. 27: made by Nicky Crawford, Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Sisseton-Wahpeton Community College One- 29, 2004. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal second by Barb Jens, question by Karen White, MOTION PASSED. day PowWow, as requested by Dr. Lonefight. TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 12: 10 for: Chairman. to approve the Tribal Secretary Report as WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 38: 16 for: Chairman James “JC” Crawford, Tribal Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, MOTION PASSED. presented by Michael Peters. Long Hollow District Minutes for meeting held Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Secretary Michael Peters (10:58). Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-073 WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 27: 12 for: June 27, 2004: Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald Williams (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, New Membership: Peggy Pauly, Amanda DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); TRIBAL EXECUTIVES ABSENT: Tribal Vice- Abstained. 3 Absent From Vote: Karen White MOTION NO. 19: made by Nicky Crawford, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); Lufkins and Jennifer W. Seaboy. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 1 Chairman Scott German, death in family. (3). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. The Tax Department, Dakota Western and Fuel Absent From Vote: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). 1 MOTION PASSED. Karen White, in resolution form, to approve 1 Abstained: Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Absent Inc distribute their financial reports (on) how Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Chairman James “JC” the request for relinquishment from the From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. much is taken in and what is being distributed MOTION PASSED. Crawford called the meeting to order at 10:07 MOTION NO. 13: made by Ronald DuMarce, Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate from one applicant MOTION PASSED. to, from January 2004 to June 2004 and to be AM with one (1) Executive and six (6) Council second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald as listed in Exhibit D and presented by given to the Councilperson for her to report at MOTION NO. 39: made by Nicky Crawford, members from seven (7) districts answering German, Sr., to approve Executive Resolution Enrollment Clerk Zelma Flute. MOTION NO. 28: made by Karen White, the next Long Hollow District (meeting). second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the Big Coulee 04-04 supporting the Sisseton-Wahpeton Nanaeto, Lance Dakota to enroll with Father’s second by Barb Jens, question by Ronald Tribal Council cease indiscriminate spending, German, Sr., to approve the remodeling cost of District said by Myron Williams in Dacotah. Community College Nursing Program. Sac and Fox Tribe. DuMarce, due to the late arrival of funds for unbudgeted money, for one month beginning the old Tiospa Zina High School in the amount WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 13: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 19: the Tribal Elderly Utility Subsidies, to amend August 1, 2004 to August 31, 2004. of $48,150.00 as presented by Tribal Secretary MOTION NO. 3: made by Ronald DuMarce, 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald May 4, 2004 Motion No. 1 stating that the Have the SWO Housing Authority Home Peters. second by Gerald German, Sr., question by German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen Elderly can use those funds for either Rent or Buyers Counselor to develop a brochure of all WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 39: 15 Nicky Crawford, to approve the Regular Tribal White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Utilities. the informational and education programs for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Council Minutes for the meeting held Tuesday, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 28: available through the Sisseton-Wahpeton (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); June 1, 2004. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Housing Authority. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal Vice- WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 3: 12 for: Chairman. Chairman. German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, MOTION PASSED. MOTION PASSED. DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); MOTION NO. 34: made by Karen White, 0 Abstained. 2 Absent From Vote: Ronald Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); EXECUTIVE RESOLUTION 04-04 RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-074 Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. second by Nicky Crawford, question by Barb DuMarce (2). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Jens, to acknowledge receipt of the Heipa MOTION PASSED. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal MOTION NO. 14: made by Karen White, Enrollment Statistics: June Report-11,339. Chairman. District Minutes for the meeting held June 24, Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald July Enrollees-41. July Relinquished-1. July MOTION PASSED. 2004. MOTION NO. 40: made by Kevin Roberts, MOTION PASSED. German, Sr., to approve Executive Resolution Deceased Reports-5. July Total Enrollment: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 34: 12 for: second by Barb Jens, question by Nicky 04-05 authorizing the Child Protection 11,374. MOTION NO. 29: made by Gerald German, Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Crawford, to approve the proposed MOTION NO. 4: made by Ronald DuMarce, Program to submit a Five-year Plan funding Sr., second by Barb Jens, question by Ronald Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); amendments to the Sisseton-Wahpeton second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald request for FY 2005 through FY 2009. MOTION NO. 20: made by Ronald DuMarce, DuMarce, to acknowledge receipt of the Big Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Heirship Act presented by Vice-Chairman German, Sr., to approve the Regular Tribal WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 14: second by Myron Williams, question by Karen Coulee District Minutes for the meeting held 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal German, as reviewed and recommended by Council Minutes for the meeting held 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald White, to approve the Enrollment Report as July 1, 2004. Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Kurt Bluedog, Pete Jones and Greg Paulson. Wednesday, June 2, 2004, as corrected. German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen presented by Enrollment Clerk Zelma Flute. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 29: 12 for: MOTION PASSED. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 40: 9 for: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 4: 12 for: White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 20: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); Note: Heipa District did not have a May 2004 (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Barb Jens (2). 0 Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Meeting. Opposed. 7 Abstained: Karen White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Chairman. White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Ronald DuMarce (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal MOTION PASSED. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Heipa District Minutes for meeting held June Secretary (1). 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. EXECUTIVE RESOLUTION 04-05 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal MOTION PASSED. 24, 2004: Voting: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). MOTION PASSED. Chairman. Support Lower Brule Tribe in their efforts to MOTION PASSED. MOTION NO. 15: made by Ronald DuMarce, MOTION PASSED. Big Coulee District Minutes for meeting held turn their land into trust with a donation to MOTION NO. 5: made by Nicky Crawford, second by Gerald German, Sr., question by July 1, 2004: them of $2,000.00 from Tribal Council. MOTION NO. 41: made by Kevin Roberts, second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Nicky Crawford, to adopt the draft resolution MOTION NO. 21: made by Nicky Crawford, That Big Coulee rejoin DCA. Accept (District) relinquishments from: Lonnie second by Nicky Crawford, question by Karen Ronald DuMarce, to approve the Regular to collect a refund of State imposed Motor second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Have Mary (of Elderly Affairs Desk) take McKee, Joyce Wanna and Lance Nanateo. White, to adjourn. Tribal Council Minutes for the meeting held Fuel Taxes as presented by Tribal Chairman Ronald DuMarce, to adopt the draft resolution care of the request from Elderly attending Heipa District Minutes for meeting held June WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 41: 14 for: Thursday, June 3, 2004. Crawford. proposing Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Health the Diabetes/Heart Conference to be held in 24, 2004 continued: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 5: 12 for: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 15: Care Center as the official name for the Shakopee. Alcohol and Drug-free candidates: Tyrone Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Barb Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, 13 for: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald replacement Indian Health Service Facility as Keeble and Justin White and pre-select George Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal Secretary Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen presented by the Human Services Board. MOTION NO. 30: made by Myron Williams, MacConnell and Stephanie Eller (for the next (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 2 Absent From Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 21: 12 for: second by Ronald DuMarce, question by Gerald time.) Vote: Ronald DuMarce (2). 1 Not Voting: Tribal 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, German, Sr., to acknowledge receipt of the Tribe allocate money to one home per district Vice-Chairman (1). Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2); Karen White (3); MOTION PASSED. second by Kevin Roberts, question by Ronald MOTION NO. 56: made by Gerald German, Sr., MEETING ADJOURNED 2:53 PM. DuMarce, to authorize the Tribe to purchase second by Ronald DuMarce, question by Barb a Cross Match ID Live Scan equipment in Jens, to go into Executive Session at 4:23 PM Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Respectfully Submitted, ______the amount of $15,683.12 to be housed at concerning a legal issue. ______the Sisseton-Wahpeton Gaming Commission WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 56: 14 Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald MOTION PASSED. Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary facility which will also be used by the Tribe for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Lake Traverse Reservation Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. MOTION NO. 66: made by Karen White, and Law Enforcement. (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Child Support Enforcement SPECIAL TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 47: 16 Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2). 0 Opposed. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Vice- second by Nicky Crawford, question by Barb Tuesday, July 13, 2004, 10:00 AM for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Chairman (1). Jens, to adjourn. ss. TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Vice-Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not MOTION PASSED. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 66: 12 In Tribal Court Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- Voting: Tribal Chairman. for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Case No. 03-180 DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. MOTION PASSED. MOTION NO. 65: made by Karen White, (2); Karen White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron ORDER 0 Abstained. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not second by Barb Jens, question by Nicky Williams (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. In the matter of the welfare of: BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams Voting: Tribal Chairman. MOTION NO. 57 made by Kevin Roberts, Crawford, to contract with Red Shield for the 0 Abstained. 4 Absent From Vote: Gerald ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts MOTION PASSED. second by Barb Jens, question by Ronald production of the Tribal Procurement Manual German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2). 1 Not L.D., minor child. HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White DuMarce, to come out of Executive Session at and Policy. Voting: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). The Court being satisfied by LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce MOTION NO. 48: made by Ronald DuMarce, 5:14 PM. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 65: 12 MOTION PASSED. Affidavit duly filed herein that personal for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford MEETING ADJOURNED 12:22 PM. LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens second by Gerald German, Sr., question by WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 57: 11 for: service cannot be well made, it is OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Karen White, to go into Executive Session at Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); (2); Karen White (3); Barb Jens (2); Myron 10:38 AM. Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- Williams (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. Respectfully Submitted, ______ordered that Josh Campbell, who TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal Vice- WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 48: 16 Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 4 Absent From Vote: Gerald ______is the alleged father of the above Chairman Scott German, Tribal Secretary for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford 0 Abstained. 5 Absent From Vote: Gerald German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce (2). 1 Not Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary named child be notified by 4 weeks Michael Peters. (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3). 1 Not Voting: Voting: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). publication in full notice of these Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- Tribal Chairman. proceedings in the regular issue of a TRIBAL EXECUTIVES ABSENT: Tribal Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. MOTION PASSED. Chairman James “JC” Crawford, on travel. 0 Abstained. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Legal notices qualified newspaper. Voting: Tribal Chairman. MOTION NO. 58: made by Kevin Roberts, Dated this 30th day of July MOTION PASSED. second by Barb Jens, question by Ronald CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Vice-Chairman Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate S.B. & W.B., minor children. 2004. Scott German called the meeting to order at DuMarce, to adjourn. By order of the Court: Michael 10:45 AM with two (2) Executives and seven MOTION NO. 49: made by Nicky Crawford, WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 58: 11 for: Lake Traverse Reservation Take notice that a hearing (7) Council members from seven (7) districts second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); State of South Dakota regarding the child(ren) named above T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the answering Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the German, Sr., to come out of Executive Session Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- In Tribal Court will be held at the above named Court, Tribal Court. Big Coulee District said by Nicky Crawford. at 11:10 AM. Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. Case No.: H-04 Agency Village, SD 57262, on the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 49: 15 for: 0 Abstained. 5 Absent From Vote: Gerald Lake Traverse Reservation Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3). 1 Not Voting: Notice of Hearing 26th day of August, 2004 at the hour This Special Meeting was called to receive Child Support Enforcement the Tribal Vice-Chairman Report. Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald Tribal Chairman. In the matter of Sisseton- of 2:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Secretary (1). MOTION PASSED. Wahpeton Housing Authority, possible. ss. MOTION NO. 42: made by Nicky Crawford, 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: MEETING ADJOURNED 5:16 PM. Plaintiff,: Dorcy Kurrasch, Jody You are required to be at this In Tribal Court Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal second by Barb Jens, question by Kevin Wyman, Candace Amos, Elmer hearing. Failure to appear without Case No. 03-180 Roberts, to allocate one quarter of the Youth Chairman. Respectfully Submitted, ______NOTICE OF HEARING Center Budget for the months of July-August- MOTION PASSED. ______Feather, Daphne Bury, Rhonda Peltier, good cause will result in a default September in the total amount of $56,342.79. Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary Dawn Godfrey, Sylvia Issac, Wanda judgment/bench warrant and In the matter of the welfare of: WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 42: 16 for: MOTION NO. 50: made by Kevin Roberts, R. Shepherd, Stanley Paul, Caeton incarceration. L.D., minor child. Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); second by Nicky Crawford, question by Ronald SPECIAL TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING LaFromboise, Michael S. Quinn, Julia Dated this 30th day of July Take notice that a hearing Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce, to accept the Sisseton-Wahpeton Friday, July 30, 2004, 9:00 AM regarding the child named above will Gaming Commission Report as presented by TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers Keeble, Bonnie TwoSticks, Deanna 2004. DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); be held at the above named Court, Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Verlyn Beaudreau. Pomani, Luana Iyarpeya, Kathy By order of the Court: Michael 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Voting: Tribal Vice- WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 50: 15 for: DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: (Patricia) Stanley, Vivia Jo Seaboy, T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the Agency Village, SD 57262, on the Chairman (1). Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. Heidi Horne, and Brandi Eastman, Tribal Court. 26th day of August, 2004 at the hour Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams (11:17) MOTION PASSED. Defendants. 31-4tc of 11:15 a.m. or as soon thereafter as DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Secretary (1). ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts possible. MOTION NO. 43: made by Nicky Crawford, 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White (9:28) To defendants named above: second by Barb Jens, question by Ronald Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce Take notice that a hearing regarding Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate You are required to be at this DuMarce, to go into Executive Session at 12:15 Chairman. LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens the above will be held at the above Lake Traverse Reservation hearing. Failure to appear without PM to discuss a personnel and legal issue. MOTION PASSED. OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford named Tribal Court, Agency Village, Child Support Enforcement good cause will result in a default WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 43: 15 for: judgment/bench warrant and MOTION NO. 51: made by Kevin Roberts, TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal outside the city of Sisseton, County of ss. Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); incarceration. Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald second by Karen White, question by Barb Jens, Chairman James “JC” Crawford, Tribal Vice- Roberts, South Dakota, on Wednesday, In Tribal Court DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). to authorize CEO Travis Carrico to negotiate Chairman Scott German, Tribal Secretary the first day of September, 2004, Case No. 04-348 Dated this 30th day of July 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 1 Absent From Vote: and purchase Quikit in and out software for Michael Peters (9:24). at the hour of 2:00 p.m. or as soon ORDER 2004. all three casinos not to exceed $350,000.00. Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Vice- thereafter as possible. In the matter of the welfare of: By order of the Court: Michael Chairman (1). WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 51: 16 CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Chairman James T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the MOTION PASSED. for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford “JC” Crawford called the meeting to order at You are required to be at the G.M., minor child. (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); 9:20: AM with two (2) Executives and four hearing if you desire to protect your The Court being satisfied by Tribal Court. MOTION NO. 44: made by Ronald DuMarce, Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- (4) Council members from seven (7) districts legal rights. Upon request, the clerk Affidavit duly filed herein that personal 31-4tc second by Karen White, question by Barb Jens, Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. answering Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the will provide you with a copy of the service cannot be well made, it is 0 Abstained. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Big Coulee District said by Nicky Crawford. Enemy Swim Day to come out of Executive Session at 12:53 PM. Petition describing this matter. ordered that Todd Rockwood, who WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 44: 12 for: Voting: Tribal Chairman. School: Model Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, MOTION PASSED. MOTION NO. 59: made and withdrawn, by Dated this 27th day of July is the alleged father of the above Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); Nicky Crawford and Gerald German, Sr., to 2004. named child be notified by 4 weeks Notification Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. MOTION NO. 52: made by Kevin Roberts, authorize Bruce Anderson to repair the roof By order of the Court: B.J. Jones, publication in full notice of these second by Ronald DuMarce, question by Barb of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Youth Teen 0 Abstained. 4 Absent From Vote: Kevin Chief Judge. proceedings in the regular issue of a of Rights for Roberts (3); Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Jens, to approve the Dakota Nation Gaming Center in the amount of $7,200.00. Motion Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). Enterprise Report as presented by CEO Travis and second withdrawn. Attest: Jacqueline Wanna, Clerk. qualified newspaper. Elementary MOTION PASSED. Carrico, CFO Wright Wilson, CHRO Eileen 31-3tc Dated this 30th day of July Johnson, COO Dean Bridge, Dakota Magic Action Item: The replacement of the Youth 2004. and Secondary MOTION NO. 45: made by Ronald DuMarce, Casino General Manager Glenn Anderson, Teen Center roof shall be bid out. Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate By order of the Court: Michael Dakota Connection General Manager Fena Schools second by Karen White, question by Myron Lake Traverse Reservation T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the The Family Educational Rights Williams, to adjourn. Redwing and Dakota Sioux General Manager MOTION NO. 60: made by Karen White, WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 45: 12 for: John Rondell. second by Gerald German, Sr., question by Child Support Enforcement Tribal Court. and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 52: 16 Barb Jens, to approve the Head Start Policy ss. Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate parents and students over 18 years Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Council By-laws as presented by Tribal In Tribal Court Lake Traverse Reservation of age (“eligible students”) certain (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Secretary Michael Peters. Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1). 0 Opposed. Case No. 01-160 Child Support Enforcement rights with respect to the student’s 0 Abstained. 4 Absent From Vote: Kevin Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal Vice- WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 60: 12 for: Roberts (3); Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not Voting: Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, ORDER ss. education records. These rights are: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). 0 Abstained. 0 Absent From Vote. 1 Not Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); In the matter of the welfare of: In Tribal Court 1. The right to inspect and review MOTION PASSED. Voting: Tribal Chairman. Barb Jens (2); Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 S.B. & W.B., minor children. Case No. 04-348 the student’s education records MEETING ADJOURNED 12:55 PM. MOTION PASSED. Abstained. 3 Absent From Vote: Kevin Roberts The Court being satisfied by NOTICE OF HEARING within 45 days of the day the School (3); Myron Williams (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Affidavit duly filed herein that personal In the matter of the welfare of: receives a request for access, Parents Respectfully Submitted, ______MOTION NO. 53: made by Ronald DuMarce, Vice-Chairman (1). ______second by Nicky Crawford, question by Gerald MOTION PASSED. service cannot be well made, it is G.M., minor child. or eligible students should submit to Sharron Rice, Recording Secretary German, Sr., to approve the 18 Month Budget ordered that Stacey Brant, Sr., who is Take notice that a hearing the School principal [or appropriate presented by Dakota Western Corporation MOTION NO. 61: made by Nicky Crawford, the alleged father of the above named regarding the child named above will school official] a written request that Acting General Manager Floyd Kirk, Jr. for the second by Barb Jens, question by Gerald REGULAR TRIBAL COUNCIL FOR-PROFIT remainder of 2004 and the 2005 year and to German, Sr., to approve the Tax Revenue child(ren) be notified by 4 weeks be held at the above named Court, identifies the record(s) they wish to MEETING come back at the end of 2004 to re-present a Report as presented by Dawn R. Seaboy for publication in full notice of these Agency Village, SD 57262, on the inspect, The School official will make Thursday, July 29, 2004, 10:00 AM new budget for 2005 with monthly report that Director Ann German. TiWakan Tio Tipi Council Chambers proceedings in the regular issue of a 26th day of August, 2004 at the hour arrangements for access and notify will show their budget variances. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 61: 14 for: qualified newspaper. of 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the parent or eligible student of the WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 53 11 for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dated this 30th day of July possible. time and place where the records Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Gerald German, Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Barb BIG COULEE: Gerald German, Sr. Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal Secretary 2004. You are required to be at this may be inspected. ENEMY SWIM: Kevin Roberts Barb Jens (2). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 5 (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 3 Absent By order of the Court: Michael hearing. Failure to appear without 2. The right to request the HEIPA/VEBLEN: Karen White Absent From Vote: Kevin Roberts (3); Tribal From Vote: Ronald DuMarce (2); Tribal Vice- LAKE TRAVERSE: Ronald DuMarce T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the good cause will result in a default amendment of the student’s Vice-Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not Chairman (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. LONG HOLLOW: Barb Jens Tribal Court. judgment/bench warrant and education records that the parent Voting: Tribal Chairman. MOTION PASSED. OLD AGENCY: Edwin “Nicky” Crawford MOTION PASSED. Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate incarceration. or eligible student believes are MOTION NO. 62: made by Nicky Crawford, Lake Traverse Reservation Dated this 30th day of July inaccurate or misleading. Parents or DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: General Consensus for Dakota Western second by Karen White, question by Kevin BUFFALO LAKE: Myron Williams, Sick Child Support Enforcement 2004. eligible students may ask the School to hire a Plant Manager with “At Will” Roberts, to adopt the resolution in finished Leave ss. By order of the Court: Michael to amend a record that they believe employment. form as presented by Tribal Attorney Peter In Tribal Court T. Swallow, Associate Judge of the is inaccurate or misleading. They Jones regarding commitment to the economic TRIBAL EXECUTIVES PRESENT: Tribal MOTION NO. 54: made by Kevin Roberts, development of the Tribe and its members. Case No. 01-160 Tribal Court. Chairman James “JC” Crawford, Tribal Legal notices second by Ronald DuMarce, question by WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 62: 16 for: NOTICE OF HEARING 31-4tc Vice-Chairman Scott German (10:27), Tribal Continued on Page 21 Nicky Crawford, that the Dakota Western Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Secretary Michael Peters (10:32). In the matter of the welfare of: Corporation have a Three Member Board Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); Ronald

with a Job Description be drawn up by Legal DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Myron Williams (1); CALL TO ORDER: Tribal Chairman James “JC” Counsel. Tribal Secretary (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 1 Crawford called the meeting to order at 10:12 WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 54: 14 for: Absent From Vote: Tribal Vice-Chairman (1). 1 Sota Subscription Order Form AM with one (1) Executive and six (6) Council Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. members from seven (7) districts answering Karen White (3); Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens MOTION PASSED. I would like to subscribe to the Sota Iya Ye Yapi. Roll Call. Opening Prayer for the Big Coulee (2); Tribal Vice-Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-078 District said by Tribal Chairman James “JC” (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. 2 Absent From Crawford. Enclosed is $______for ____ years(2). Vote: Gerald German, Sr. (2). 1 Not Voting: MOTION NO. 63: made by Nicky Crawford, Tribal Chairman. second by Kevin Roberts, question by Gerald (Annual subscription rate is $36 for enrolled members of the Sisseton-Wahpeton MOTION NO. 46: made by Gerald German, MOTION PASSED. German, Sr., to approve EPI Environmental Sr., second by Barb Jens, question by Nicky Oyate living in South Dakota and in Minnesota and North Dakota counties on and Products Inc. contract with changes as noted Crawford, in resolution form, to enroll one MOTION NO. 55: made by Barb Jens, second by in contract and presented by Peter Jones. adjoining the Lake Traverse Reservation; $46 for all others living in the United applicant, Tanner Nathaniel Tall Bear, into the Ronald DuMarce, question by Nicky Crawford, WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 63: 11 Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate as listed in Exhibit States; and $92 for foreign subscribers.) to approve the Dakota Western Report as for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford C and presented by Enrollment Clerk Zelma presented by Acting General Manager Floyd (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Ronald DuMarce Flute. Kirk, Jr. with Darrold Schall of Cinco Plastic (2); Myron Williams (1); Tribal Secretary (1). WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 46: 14 Name ______. Machinery Sales, Inc., Roman Flynn of Mervin 0 Opposed. 5 Abstained: Barb Jens (2); Karen for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Winston Ltd with a Financial Report from White (3). 1 Absent From Vote: Tribal Vice- (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); DWC Accountant Larry Moen and Keith Block. Chairman (1). 1 Not Voting: Tribal Chairman. Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2). 0 Opposed. Mailing Address ______WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 55: 15 MOTION PASSED. 0 Abstained. 2 Absent From Vote: Tribal for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford Vice-Chairman (1); Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not (2); Gerald German, Sr. (2); Karen White (3); MOTION NO. 64: made by Karen White, City ______State ____ Zip ______Voting: Tribal Chairman. Ronald DuMarce (2); Barb Jens (2); Tribal second by Barb Jens, question by Nicky MOTION PASSED. Please mail this subscription form (or a photocopy) to: Vice-Chairman (1). 0 Opposed. 0 Abstained. Crawford, to authorize Tribal Attorney Lisa RESOLUTION No. SWO-04-077 1Absent From Vote: Tribal Secretary (1). 1 Not Losano to provide public Tribal information to Sota Iya Ye Yapi Voting: Tribal Chairman. the Tribal Supreme Court Project. Current Enrollment: 11,375. P.O. Box 628 MOTION PASSED. WEIGHTED VOTE ON MOTION NO. 64: 16 for: Kevin Roberts (3); Edwin “Nicky” Crawford (2); Agency Village, SD 57262-0628 MOTION NO. 47: made by Karen White, SWC President Dr. Bill LoneFight speaks to those attending the voc-ed building blessing on the roof last Saturday morning, thanking them for their participation. He said “There will never be another ‘first’ . . . it is a one- time-only celebration.”

Grass dancers participating in the blessing ceremony on the roof, with the Wahpekute singers doing a special honor song. Photos taken after Ephriam Gill and the Rev. Clifford Canku conducted the traditional ceremony.

SWC Academic Dean Harvey DuMarce takes part in the blessing of the voc-ed building on the rooftop. Graphic calling attention to the wacipi, using Vic Runnels’ original artwork which inspired the voc-ed buildingdesign.

Twenty-fifth anniversary banner, tied across the front entrance to the main SWC campus building.

Close-up view of the arbor, pictured Bird’s eye view of the arbor where the wacipi was held, photo taken from the roof of the SWC voc-ed building following the blessing to the side from on the voc-ed building ceremony. rooftop.

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The Wahpekute Drum group participates in the SWC Founder’s Day Wacipi.

Dayton Seaboy serves as announcer for the wacipi. Before the grass dancers begin, he asks everyone to pray for his nephew; the family had learned the day before that he has died in Iraq.

Eagle staff posted in the center of the arena.

Photo of flags taken later, following the afternoon grand entry.

Grass dancers take part in blessing of arena grounds; Traditional ceremony conducted by Ephriam Gill

SWC wacipi We look forward to a future of giving Continued from Page 1 back to the community which has demonstrated loyalty, endorsement, for former students and staff, and and commitment to SWC and our others who have helped SWC grow mission to educate. We hope you over the past 25 years. enjoy your visit with us on this special SWC statement to wacipi guests day.” “The Sisseton Wahpeton College The Sota photo highlights would like to welcome you to the appear in this edition of the Tribal 25th Anniversary Celebration and 1st newspaper. Watch for more news, annual Founder’s Day Wacipi. The including winners of specials, and SWC administration, faculty, and photos coming from the SWC staff People gather under the arbor in the morning waiting for the ground blessing staff, would like to thank you for 25 to be published next week. ceremony. years of encouragement and support. Wednesday, August 11, 2004

SWO Vice-Chairman Scott German looks backward, thanking everyone involved in SWC for having made the SWO Tribal Chairman James past 25 years of higher education Dayton Seaboy turns the microphone over to “J.C.” Crawford speaks about possible on the Lake Traverse PeeWee Eastman, who will give the opening prayer the future of SWC, thanking Dr. Reservation. in the Dakota Language before the afternoon grand LoneFight for his leadership, and entry begins. looking forward to SWC becoming a four-year institution.

Arena Director Solomon Derby speaking to Dayton Seaboy, announcer.

Lake Traverse District Councilman Dr. LoneFight at the announcer’s Ronald DuMarce, after publicizing stand under the arbor. the virtues of his District, gives remarks on behalf of the SWC Board of Trustees.

SWO Tribal Secretary Michael Peters, in his regalia, speaking on Founder’s Day and encouraging continued advances in education on the Lake Traverse Reservation.

Pictured during grand entry: Vice-Chairman Scott German, Chairman J.C. Crawford, SWC Dean Harvey DuMarce, Councilman/Board Chairman Ron DuMarce, Board member Gene Heminger, and Dr. LoneFight.

BRAVO Chapter honor guard leads the grand entry Saturday afternoon.

Above: Head Lady Dancer Ella Robertson pictured with other dancers during grand entry.

Another view of grand entry Saturday afternoon, August 7th, during the SWC Founder’s Day Wacipi. Wednesday, August 11, 2004

Akicita honor guard during the flag song, by Wahpekute.

Local campaign workers for Tom Daschle’s re-election encourage the Oyate to register and vote in the November 2nd general election.

task (such as an attorney, auditor, IX, The Americans With Disabilities concerned citizen are aware of medical consultant, or therapist); Act (ADA) or Section 504 is directed children who may be in need of or a parent or student serving on to contact Dr. Sherry Johnson, who services, please call 947-4605 and an official committee, such as a has been designated by the school ask for Dr. Sherry Johnson. disciplinary or grievance committee, to coordinate efforts to comply The services available, along with The Thunder Boyz from Veblen. or assisting another school official in with the regulations regarding non- a brief description of each, include: performing his or her tasks. A school discrimination. *Speech and Language Therapy. official has a legitimate educational CHILD FIND Individual communication disorders interest if the official needs to review The Enemy Swim Day School are identified and remedial services an education record in order to fulfill District through the Northeast provided to those in need. his or her professional responsibility. Educational Services Cooperative *Early Childhood. Both school and [Optional] Upon request, the School offers an Early Childhood Program. home based programs are provided to discloses education records without This program functions under preschool children ages birth - five in consent to officials of another school state regulations to provide services need of special assistance due to low district in which a student seeks or for preschool children, birth through mental abilities, physical impairments, intends to enroll. five, who display significant delays social-emotional difficulties, and [NOTE: FERPA requires a school in at least two developmental language difficulties. district to make a reasonable attempt areas. Motor Skills (Fine and Gross), *School Psychology Assistance. to notify the parent or eligible student Cognitive, Speech and Language, Psychoeducational assessments of the records re-quest unless it states Social/Emotional, and Daily Living and programming recommendations in its annual notification that it intends Skills are the areas which are are provided to students in need of to forward records on request] considered. special education due to learning 4. The right to file a complaint If you have a child who has delays disabilities, low mental abilities, with the U.S. Department of which would qualify him/her for this social-emotional and behavioral Education concerning alleged failures program, please contact your school difficulties. Consultation is available by the School to comply with the administration. The school believes to school staff, students and parents. requirements of FERPA. The name that through early intervention a child *Center-Base Program. The and address of the Office that may be better able to reach his/her NESC currently operates five day administers FERPA are: Family Policy potential. programs which broaden the special Compliance Office, U.S. Department 31-2tc education services in the school of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, ESDS member setting, thereby allowing the child SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605. to be educationally served closer to NOTICE OF NON DISCRIMINATION of Northeast home. The program seeks to develop Applicants for admission and The SWO Health & Fitness program is represented with these workers, providing sugar Educational daily living, academic, and social employment, students, parents, and blood pressure testing and advice on staying healthy: “Exercise and eating healthy is skills for each student involved. persons with disabilities, employees, Services *Occupational and Physical good medicine!” and all unions or professional Cooperative Therapy. The NESC provides these Legal notices to a hearing regarding the request for which permits disclosure without organizations holding collective The Enemy Swim Day School is a services in order to make them Continued from Page 17 amendment. Additional information consent, is disclosure to school bargaining or professional agreements member of the Northeast Educational available to children who otherwise should write the School principal regarding the hearing procedures will officials with legitimate educational with the Enemy Swim Day School Services Cooperative, along with may not benefit from instruction [or appropriate official], clearly be provided to the parent or eligible interests. A school official is a are hereby notified that this school 23 other area school districts. The without them. identify the part of the record they student when notified of the right to person employed by the School as an does not discriminate on the basis of purpose of this membership is to Model Notice for Directory want changed, and specify why it a hearing. administrator, supervisor, instructor, race, color, national origin, sex, age, provide services to special needs Information is inaccurate or misleading. If the 3. The right to consent to or support staff member (including or disability in admission or access children in the district. It is very *A playbill, showing your School decides not to amend the disclosures of personally identifiable health or medical staff and law to, or treatment or employment in, important to provide educational student’s role in a drama production. record as requested by the parent or information contained in the student’s enforcement unit personnel); a person its programs and activities. Any assistance to children in need at the *The annual yearbook. eligible student, the School will notify education records, except to the extent serving on the School Board; a person person having inquiries concerning earliest possible age. Children can Legal notices the parent or eligible student of the that FERPA authorizes disclosure or company with whom the School the school’s compliance with the receive services prior to reaching Continued on Page 22 decision and advise them of their right without con-sent. One exception, has contracted to perform a special regulations implementing Title VI, Title school age. If you as a parent or Wednesday, August 11, 2004

Head Man Dancer Nathan Thompson, member of the very first graduating class of the Sisseton Tribal Secretary Mike Peters taking part in a Wahpeton Community College in 1983. “sneaky sneak-up” dance.

Head Woman Dancer is Ella Robertson.

Story *Weight and height of members Continued from Page 21 of athletic teams. *Electronic mail address. *Honor roll or other recognition *Photograph. lists. *Degrees, honors, and awards *Graduation programs. received. *Sports activity sheets, such as *Date and place of birth. for wrestling, showing weight and *Major field of study. height of team members. *Dates of attendance. Directory information, which *Grade level. is information that is generally not *The most recent educational considered harmful or an invasion agency or institution attended. of privacy if released, can also be 31-2tc disclosed to outside organizations Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate without a parent’s prior written Of the Lake Traverse Reservation consent. Outside organizations State of South Dakota include, but are not limited to, In Tribal Court companies that manufacture class Case No. D-04-337-220 et seq rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, NOTICE OF HEARING two federal laws require local In the matter of the welfare of educational agencies (LEAs) receiving J.B. and H.B., minor children assistance under the Elementary and To: Sunshine White Eagle and Secondary Education Act of 1965 Robert Bull Bear: (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, Take notice that a hearing upon request, with three directory regarding the children named above information categories - names, will be held at the above named Court, addresses and telephone listings - Agency Village, outside the city of unless parents have advised the LEA Sisseton, County of Roberts, South that they do not want their student’s Dakota, on the 1st day of September, information disclosed without their 2004, at the hour of 1:30 p.m. or as prior written consent. soon thereafter as possible. If you do not want the Enemy You are required to be at the Swim Day School District to disclose hearing if you desire to protect your directory information from your child’s legal rights to the children. Upon education records without your prior request, the Clerk will provide you written consent, you must notify the with a copy of the Petition describing District in writing by August 31, 2004. this matter. The ESDS district has designated the Dated this 2nd day of August, following information as directory 2004. information. [Note: An LEA may, By order of the Court, B.J. Jones, but does not have to, include all the Chief Judge. information listed below.] 32-3tc *Student’s name. *Participation in officially recognized activities and sports. *Address. *Telephone listing. Wednesday, August 11, 2004 SWC awarded $861,722 grant to improve higher education Attention opportunities for Indian students The Sisseton Wahpeton and Universities-to help these student enrollment. All New & returning College on the Lake Traverse Indian institutions preserve their cultural President Bush launched the Reservation in S.D. has been selected traditions and ensure they have the White House Initiative on Tribal SWC Students to receive $861,722 to improve same access to federal programs Colleges and Universities in July higher education opportunities for as other schools. These grants will 2002. Tribal colleges and universities Registration will be held Indian students, U.S. Secretary of help tribal colleges and universities serve more than 30,000 full-time Education Rod Paige announced last open doors of opportunity for more and part-time students and offer week. students.” vocational certifi cate programs and August 17 & 18, 2004 “President Bush and I believe The Tribally Controlled Colleges associate, bachelors and masters the nation’s tribal colleges and and Universities program provides degrees. These institutions are often 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. universities play an important role assistance to help schools expand the only postsecondary institutions in the rich traditions of the Indian their ability to serve Indian students. in some of our nation’s poorest rural Welcome back & see you there! people,” Secretary Paige said. “That’s The Sisseton Wahpeton College will areas and serve Indian students as why the President created the White use the grant to build new facilities well as many other people. House Initiative on Tribal Colleges to meet the demands of increased

UTTC awarded $1.2 million United Tribes Technical College assistance to help schools expand Inconvenient in Bismarck, N.D. has been selected their ability to serve Indian students. SWC registration consumers with high levels of debt to receive $1,267,645 to improve United Tribes Technical College will were more likely to be victims of higher education opportunities for use the grant to build a Wellness Looking for a copy for new, returning fraud. Three of the top four categories Indian students, U.S. Secretary of Center that will offer services to of fraud related to credit, including Education Rod Paige announced. improve students’ overall health so credit-repair scams often targeting The Tribally Controlled Colleges that they feel better and perform students those with high debt loads or bad and Universities program provides better academically. of the Sota The Sisseton Wahpeton College 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. each day. credit. will be conducting registration for Orientation sessions are scheduled By the numbers Top 10 frauds. can’t, and credit repair schemes are call. About 14 percent of the time, new and returning students on for August 23rd and August 24th. The number of victims in the past illegal, but two million consumers fraudsters used e-mail or the Internet each week? August 17th and August 18th from twelve months, according to a paid for “credit repair” services the to reel in victims, and 10 percent telephone survey: year prior to the survey. of the time, radio or television Sisseton Wahpeton College 1 Advance-fee loan scams - 4.55 In addition to the fraud categories, advertisements. Subscribe Now Library awarded IMLS grant million victims. the FTC report also found that nearly 2 Buyers clubs - 4.05 million The Sisseton Wahpeton College IMLS’ Native American Library 14 million consumers were victims of victims. has received a Federal Institute of Services grant programs provide telephone “slamming” - unauthorized 3 Credit card insurance - 3.35 & Receive Your Copy Museum and Library Services (IMLS) opportunities for improved library and illegal changes to their long million victims. grant that will help provide services services to an important, but distance telephone service. 4 Credit repair - 2 million to its patrons. The grant will also often underserved, part of the nation’s The con artists used a number of victims. assist in research and to order books community of library users. means to connect with their victims. Every Week In the Mail! 5 Prize promotions - 1.8 million from the state library. The program offers three For about 1 in 5 victims, the con victims. “This grant helps with all aspects categories of grants to established began with a telemarketing phone 6 Internet services - 1.75 million of providing services to the students, libraries serving the needs of Indian victims. faculty, and community,” said Delight tribal communities and Alaska 7 Pyramid schemes - 1.55 million Robertson, Acting Librarian. Native Villages: Basic and Professional victims. “These grants provide Assistance grants (non-competitive 8 Information services - .8 million professional assistance and support grants), and Enhancement grants victims. for library service,” said Dr. Robert S. (competitive). 9 Government job offers - .65 Martin, The Institute of Museum and million victims. Director of the Institute of Library Services is an independent 10 Business opportunities - .45 Museum and Library Services. “This Federal grant-making agency million victims. support is critical not only for the dedicated to creating and sustaining The most frequently reported lifelong a nation of learners by helping type of consumer fraud was advance- learning of community members libraries and museums serve their fee loan scams, in which consumers but also in preserving the native communities. pay a fee for a guaranteed loan language, culture, and history.” or credit card. About 4.5 million FTC says minorities hit consumers paid advance fees but did not receive the promised loan or card. hardest by fraud; Survey In fact, some consumers reported that more than once during the last year says 1 in 10 Americans they paid fees to get loans or credit cards they did not get. Buyers’ club hit by scams last year memberships or bills for unordered publications was the second-most By Bob Sullivan consumers reported being victimized commonly reported fraud category Technology correspondent in during a one-year span, according in the survey. Some four million MSNBC to the survey of 2,500 randomly consumers complained about being Updated: 5:29 p.m. ET Aug. 5, chosen consumers. billed for unwanted services in the 2004 “The results of our survey past year. (Editor’s note: Submitted to the indicate that fraud in the U.S. is Credit card insurance scams and Sota by Sgt. Kenneth Siyaka.) a serious problem,” said Howard credit repair were also near the top A new survey released Thursday Beales, Director of the FTC Bureau of the list. While federal law limits by the Federal Trade Commission of Consumer Protection. “We have consumers’ credit card fraud liability reveals that 25 million Americans brought many enforcement actions to $50, fraudsters sell credit card have been hit by fraud in the past against these types of scams in the insurance by falsely claiming that year -- and minority groups are far past, and we will bring more in the card holders face signifi cant fi nancial more likely to be victims. future.” risk if their credit cards are misused. Hispanics are twice as likely as Beales said the agency will fi ne- n estimated 3.3 million consumers non-Hispanic whites to be victims, tune its Hispanic Law Enforcement bought unnecessary insurance against according to the telephone survey and Outreach Initiative as a result of the unauthorized use of their credit results. Blacks are three times as the fi ndings, and “explore additional cards, the FTC says. likely. And a stunning 34 percent of opportunities to target frauds aimed Some con artists convince American Indians had been hit by at communities which are at risk.” consumers that they can help fraud, a rate 6 times greater than The survey -- which was taken them remove accurate, negative non-Hispanic whites. in May and June of 2003 but just information from their credit report, About 6 percent of white released Thursday -- shows that or establish a new credit record. They Crime Tip Hotline

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(605) 742-0088 Wednesday, August 11, 2004 Notice of Annual Meeting SMSC hosts Northern Plains Members of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Regional Indian Cancer Federal Credit Union Conference Thursday, August 12, 2004 Native Americans who get cancer have a greater resources for cancer survivors and their families through At 5:00 p.m. likelihood of dying from it than do members of any other presentations and breakout sessions. Causes, treatment, ethnic group in the United States. Many experts believe survivor stories, living with the disease, exercise, smoking Agency Village, S.D. the high cancer incidence and mortality rates stem directly cessation, talking with your family, hospice care and Agenda from the change in lifestyle which were initiated in the benefi ts, and nutrition are among the topics which will be 1. Financial Report transition to the reservation system. Tribal members were offered. Traditional Native American talking circles will 2. Committee Reports restricted to the reservations, natural and wild foods were give participants an opportunity to process information 3. Election of three (3) Board of Directors Members no longer available for gathering, and an active life turned during the conference. Keynote speakers will talk about 4. Other Business into a sedentary one. These societal changes led to a host the disease itself, personal experiences, and healthy 5. Door Prize Drawings of physical ailments and infi rmities, among them cancer. lifeways. Any member of the SWFCU, 21 years of age or older, with knowledge about the Credit An increase in daily activity levels, attention to how Participants will have the opportunity to attend Union or willing to learn, can run for a position by fi ling a notice at the Credit the body is nourished, a restoration of spiritual lifeways, fi ve of seven offered breakout sessions which will feature Union offi ce by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 11, 2004, and must be current on gathering of information about cancer, and appropriate small group discussions on a variety of cancer-related any obligations at the Credit Union. medical attention are suggested in combination to live topics. The second day of the conference will begin with To be eligible for door prizes, you must be a member of the Credit Union by 4:30 p.m. with and survive this sometimes-deadly disease. To help two options in the early morning: a walk/run at nearby on August 12, 2004, and current on any obligations to the Credit Union. Native Americans and their families who are affected by Norman Crooks Park or indoor exercise. Shuttles will cancer, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community provide transportation to the park from Mystic Lake is co-sponsoring a free, regional conference, September Casino Hotel. in my wildest dreams would I ever I love you Daddy . . . deciding whether to open a mine on 20 and 21, 2004, at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel. This is Cancer affects people of all nationalities, leaving a lose a parent while in here. I wrote Your Daughter, Janel K. Frenier tribal land he refused to meet with any the third year the conference will be held in partnership wake of physical and emotional pain for the survivors and this next letter for my dad to let him Hill. Indian leaders on the issue. Sen. Tom with Spirit of Eagles: American Indian/Alaska Native impacting families and communities in innumerable ways. know “I miss him and Love him” So Open letter to Daschle did the right thing opposing Leadership Initiative on Cancer, Mayo Clinic Cancer Center, If you are native, affected by cancer in any way, or just want much. his nomination in the Senate. The Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota, the to learn more about it, we encourage registering as soon July 26, 2004 the Oyate But John Thune has revealed his University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center, as possible. The conference is free and includes breakfast Dear Dad: Sincerely, true colors in Indian Country. He will and the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information and lunch both days. For more information or to register I was sitting in church when I August 3, 2004 To the Editor, say anything to get elected but is no Service. in advance, please call the SMSC Health Department at heard the news, two of my friends With John Thune’s decision to where to be found when it’s his time The conference will provide information and 952-496-6150 or go to www.shakopeedakota.org. told me you passed away, the shock I support William Myers’ nomination to act. felt, I tried to hold my tears back until to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sincerely, Robin L. Zephier and after the service, I walked out and hit it became very clear that his newfound Rena Atchision, Abourezk Law Firm, Minnesota stone at American Indian the track, at fi rst I couldn’t believe compassion for Indian Country has Rapid City, S.D. what I just heard, then it hit me, my been totally insincere. museum sparks controversy dad is gone. My heart hurt so bad, I It was Thune’s fi rst real test Daschle thanks whether he would or could stand up By Pat Doyle The diffi culty is that sometimes the for a long time ... when money was to couldn’t catch my breath, that night Chairman Frazier for Native Americans, and he failed Star Tribune wishes of a community differ within become part of the world,” he said. “I I cried so hard to my roommate. Senator Tom Daschle thanked miserably. The National Congress August 6, 2004 that community. That is clearly the do show that stone respect and honor I called mom the next day, and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Chairman of American Indians, the Native © Copyright 2004 Star Tribune case here.” because it does support my family.” asked why nobody told me? They Harold Frazier for his service as American Rights Fund, the National The Smithsonian Institution Division over the use of pipestone It took four days in June to install fi gured being locked up, they didn’t Assistant Sergeant at Arms at the American Indian Court Judges wanted the atrium of its new National has long been a part of Indian history the stones in the fl oor. The installation want to add any stress. Democratic National Convention. Association, as well as numerous tribal Museum of the American Indian in the Upper Midwest. was preceded by a ceremony and I cried when she told me the Chairman Frazier was recommended leaders in South Dakota all opposed in Washington to exude cultural Arvol Looking Horse, an Indian prayers organized by Erickson. doctors tried there best, but it was for the position by Senator Daschle Myers’ nomination. Concerns were signifi cance from top to bottom. So it who urged the removal of the stones ‘A spiritual dispute’ too late, their was nothing they and appointed by Democratic raised about Myer’s commissioned a Minnesota Indian to from the Smithsonian, joined a hike The National Museum of the could do. Presidential nominee John Kerry. inability to fairly quarry, shape and polish pipestone to and caravan 11 years ago across South American Indian is scheduled to She told me you had “Chairman Frazier has served apply the law in cement into the fl oor. Dakota to the city of Pipestone, in open Sept. 21. Most of the two dozen a very beautiful all our convention well and been an critical cases on But the museum soon realized southwestern Minnesota, to protest members of its board of directors your friends showed outstanding representative of South Native American that one Indian’s craft is another the quarrying and sale of the stone are American Indians, said Suzette up, I am so sorry Dakota,” said Senator Daschle. “I am sovereignty, tribal Indian’s sacrilege. there. Brewer, a museum spokeswoman. dad I wasn’t there. pleased he has had the opportunity land management After the museum installed the “The stone itself is like the blood While board members and staff I said a prayer to participate in our convention and issues, sacred sites circle of four reddish stones in June, it of our relatives,” Looking Horse said members were aware of previous for you tonight, hope look forward to continuing to work and repatriation received calls and e-mails from a half- Thursday in a telephone interview disputes surrounding the use of you like it, ‘cause their with him on issues important to issues. But their calls dozen Indians who complained that from his home on the Cheyenne River pipestone, they didn’t grasp the will be more to come. Native Americans in South Dakota to Thune fell on deaf the arrangement was disrespectful Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. depth of the passion until complaints Keep them with and across the country.” ears. of the spiritual nature of a substance “By no means should it be sold.” came in after the stones had been you. Frazier was one of three Assistant At the Interior that has been used for years to build Disputes among Indians over installed. You’ll always be Sergeants at Arms at the convention. Department, Myers sacred pipes. displaying other objects of cultural Many of the opponents were in my heart, I will Others serving with Frazier included was notorious for rolling Heeding those and other signifi cance have become a source of Lakota Indians in South Dakota who keep my memories of New York State Assemblyman Peter back protections for sacred complaints, the museum had the tension for museum directors. The have long opposed the sale of any you, and smile when I Rivera and former Senator Jean sites and making it more diffi cult to stones removed from the fl oor two Native American Graves Protection pipestone, regarding it as sacred. They think of you. Carnahan. visit those sites. When Myers was weeks ago and put them in storage. Act of 1990 was passed in response have been at odds with Pipestone-area The controversy illustrates to concerns that historians or curators Indians associated with the Keepers of the sometimes-delicate challenges might desecrate Indian burial sites. the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers, Lake Traverse Reservation facing the museum in representing West recalled how some Indian which tolerates selling the stone and American Indian history and culture. groups opposed displaying gold which supports Erickson. Disaster Preparedness Travis Erickson, the Minnesota objects recovered from burial sites, “It’s a spiritual dispute,” said Bud Indian who created the pipestone while other tribes believed such Johnston, president of the Keepers. Public Meeting arrangement, said he is frustrated that displays were acceptable. “They’re saying we’re selling our the museum responded to complaints The Smithsonian commissioned religion.” from a small group that considered the pipestone fl oor arrangement Critics of Erickson’s arrangement the use of the stone disrespectful. from Erickson a year ago at a fee of at the Smithsonian were particularly “I did what I thought was very $50,000. The stone comes from the upset because the stones were set in respectful and honorable,” Erickson Pipestone National Monument in the fl oor and could be stepped on by said. Pipestone. Only American Indians visitors. Museum director Rick West said may quarry there. “To be walked on, that’s totally he decided to remove the stones after Erickson and other Indians in uncalled for,” Looking Horse said. consulting a dozen tribal leaders from the Pipestone area are Sisseton- The Smithsonian is talking around the nation and Indian staff Wahpeton Dakota, and they say their to Erickson about returning his members at the museum. use of pipestone should be respected pipestone. “People have very strong views on because the Dakota have historically But he says he isn’t sure where he Memo to: All SWO Tribal Programs & Oyate both sides of this, but the weight of the controlled the quarries. would put it, adding: “Maybe out in From: Katherine Blackthunder Dorsch, FEMA Coordinator sentiment was to remove the stones,” Erickson said the stone is my garage.” Subject: Public Gathering regarding Development of Emergency Services to the Lake Traverse said West, an American Indian. “Our important to his culture because it Pat Doyle is at Reservation effort is to be responsive in as sound a provides a livelihood. [email protected]. You are invited to attend the SWEMA/CERT/CITIZEN CORP public gathering at Old Agency way we can to community wishes with “I was taught by my grandfather Community Center, August 19, 2004 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. This gathering is called to respect to culturally sensitive matters. that this is how our people survived address a number of issues relating to the ability of the Tribe to prepare for and respond to emergencies on the Lake Traverse Reservation. It is important that all committee members Open letter to keep myself busy with work, they say away. My family didn’t tell me, I and key offi cials who have a responsibility for protecting the Oyate and our neighbors attend it makes your time go faster, but its think they didn’t want me to take this meeting. We will discuss development of a “Master Plan” to protect our community during the Oyate how you make your time, and just it hard, I have less then 35 days left disasters, medical emergencies, and from acts of terrorism. nd July 29, 2004 recently I have come to fi nd out my here. September 2 2004 I get to go Discussions will be centered on the following subjects: My name is Janel K. Frenier Hill father Ronald L. Renville has passed home to my children, I never thought 1. Tribal emergency preparedness and current services. #41899. I am in Pierre Woman’s 2. Master Plan for the development of an Emergency Management Department: Prison, S.D. I’ve been here since *Fire Station, equipment, staff. November 26, 2003. Sitting 10 Notice *Ambulance services and staff. months on a 2 year sentence, for *EMTs. fourth DUI. When I fi rst got here I Disabled Veterans *Paramedics. didn’t know what to expect. I just had *First Responders. a baby girl, she was 3 weeks old when Meeting *Firefi ghters. I left home. Tara Mari Frenier. I have *Volunteers. two other children, Darius A. Frenier, 3. Status of the CERT/CITIZEN CORPS training program in the Districts. 5 years old, Ana-Lis L. Frenier, 2 years There will be a Disabled Veterans Meeting on August 4. Status of the development of the Call Down List for emergent situations. old. Being here is the hardest thing I 23, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., at the Old Agency Elderly 5. Status of Shelters on the Reservation. have ever done in my lifetime. Being Building. 6. SWO Program involvement in Emergency Management. away from my family hurts. For more information, contact Tribal Veterans Service Your participation at this meeting will be vital to the direction of the Emergency Management I always pray to myself when Offi cer Wayde Trevino at 698-3911, ext. 220. Services on the Reservation. I walk the track, for my children, If you have any questions please call Katherine Blackthunder Dorsch or Lisa LaBelle at the husband, and family. It keeps my Planning Offi ce at 698-4972. strong willed in here. I always try to