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Official newspaper of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Bay Mills, Sault Tribe unveil their MMIP Tribal Community Response Plans SAULT STE. MARIE — Bay Joel Postma, DOJ’s MMIP coor- Mills Indian Community and dinator for Michigan. “I’ve been Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chip- thoroughly impressed with how pewa Indians recently announced everyone has come together to their Missing and Murdered make their communities a safer Indigenous Persons Tribal Com- place.” munity Response Plans during an BMIC Tribal Chairperson event held at Kewadin Casino in Whitney Gravelle was the emcee, Sault Ste. Marie. introducing several dignitaries in The plans are part of a broader attendance, including U.S. Attor- initiative by the U.S. Department ney Andrew Birge. of Justice, which was created “The development of Bay through congressional action Mills’ Tribal Community (Savanna’s Act and Not Invisible Response Plan (TCRP) is part Act). of our effort to empower our For the last several months, tribal nation with the abilities law enforcement officials, victim Sault Tribe Chairperson Secretary of the Interior US Attorney and resources that allow us to services coordinators and com- Aaron Payment Deb Haaland Andrew Birge adequately investigate, prosecute, munication departments for both and punish the crimes commit- tribes have been collaborating to ted against native women. For create their own plans. centuries, native women, two The plans will be deployed if spirit, and indigenous people have and when any Native individual suffered a disproportionate rate fits the core criteria for missing of violence, and today we stand or murdered by law enforcement ready to make sure those injus- officials. tices no longer continue,” said The plans address four core Gravelle. components of a proper response The U.S. Attorney’s office has to a missing persons case: law been working to increase collab- enforcement, victim services, oration and communication with community outreach and public tribes, all relevant law enforce- communications. ment partners, MMIP victim What makes tribal plans unique families, grassroots Indigenous is the inclusion of a cultural per- persons and groups, and all other spective. MMIP stakeholders. BMIC and Sault Tribe were “With these response plans, we both part of a pilot project aimed see tribes — here the Bay Mills at providing other tribes with Indian Community and the Sault guidance on creating their own Ste Marie Tribe — taking the plans. Their work will serve as lead on the difficult and import- a part of a template for tribal ant challenge of setting forth nations across the country to how best to respond to reports of develop their own MMIP response missing and murdered members plans. of their communities,” said Birge. “In our Anishinaabe Attending the MMIP Tribal Community Response Plan roll outs by Bay Mills and Sault Tribe were more than “I fully expect other communities Biimaadziwin, life is sacred. 80 officials from tribal, state, county and federal agencies. More photos on Pages 14-15. and law enforcement agencies — Everyone who is a victim of someone’s loved one. Regardless our best efforts to prevent, rescue victim services units. tribal and non-tribal alike — will crime, murdered or missing is of the circumstances, they deserve and recover them,” said Sault “Over the past several months, see these plans as examples to Tribe Chairperson Aaron Pay- working groups from Bay Mills follow.” www.saulttribe.com ment. “The MMIP protocol is an and Sault Tribe formed under a Michigan is among the first of affirmative step in this direction. pilot project to write their Trib- six pilot-program states develop- I appreciate our Sault Tribe and al Community Response Plan ing community response plans, in Bay Mills comprehensive team (TCRP) to respond to a missing accordance with the U.S. attorney

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Anishinaabek Community and Family Services thanks Judge Blubaugh from the 91st District Court, court staff and probationers for their gen- erous donation of blankets for our families. The blankets were made by those on probation as part of community service assignments and donated to non-profits and agencies in the area. Chi miigwech!

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To find your vaccine or to learn more visit Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine. Text your zip code to 438829 or call the COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136 and press 1. June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Notices Page 3 Existing vacancies on Sault Tribe committees The following committees Conservation Committee - Unit I - Sault (4-year term), Unit V - Munising (4-year Unit II - Naubinway (4-year have vacant seats. Sault Tribe one vacancy - Fisheries (term one regular vacancy and one term), one alternate vacancy term), two alternate seat vacan‑ members interested in filling expiring March 3, 2023) alternate vacancy Unit V - Marquette (4-year cies these vacancies should submit Election Committee - four Unit II - Hessel (4-year term), term), one regular vacancy and Unit IV - Manistique (4-year one letter of intent and three vacancies (4-year term) one alternate vacancy one alternate vacancy term), two regular seat vacan‑ letters of recommendation from Higher Education Com- Unit II - Naubinway (4-year Elder Subcommittee cies, one alternate vacancy other members to Joanne Carr mittee - Two vacancies (4-year term), one alternate vacancy Unit I - Sault (4-year terms), Unit IV - Escanaba (4-year or Linda Grossett, 523 Ashmun term) Unit III - St. Ignace (4-year two regular seat vacancies, two term), two regular seat vacan‑ St., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Health Board - five vacan‑ term), one regular vacancy and alternate seat vacancies cies, two alternate vacancies Call (906) 635‑6050 with any cies (4-year term) one alternate vacancy Unit ll - Hessel (4-year Unit V - Munising (4-year questions. Housing Commission - one Unit IV - Manistique (4-year terms), two regular seat vacan‑ term), two regular seat vacan‑ Anishinaabe Cultural Com- vacancy - Unit I (4 year term) term), one alternate vacancy cies, two alternate vacancies cies, one alternate seat vacancy mittee - six vacancies - three one vacancy - Unit II (4-year Unit IV - Escanaba (4-year Unit II - Newberry (4-year Unit V - Marquette (4-year male (4-year term), three female term) term) one regular vacancy and term), two regular seat vacan‑ term), three regular seat vacan‑ (4-year term) Special Needs/Enrollment one alternate vacancy cies, one alternate vacancy cies, one alternate seat vacancy Child Welfare Committee Committee - six vacancies - three vacancies (4-year term), (2-year term) one vacancy (expires May 2023) Elder Advisory Committee June, July Traditional Medicine schedule Traditional Medicine Pro‑ 256-0135 July 1; (906) 484-2727 Sault Tribe 2021 powwows gram schedules for June and Sault Ste. Marie Health Cen‑ Sault Ste. Marie Health Cen‑ Due to COVID-19 concerns, at (906) 635-6050 or email at July. Please call numbers pro‑ ter: July 7, 12, 13, 19, 26, 27 ter: July 2, 8, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, this year’s Sault Tribe powwow [email protected]. vided for questions or to set up and 28; Lori Gambardella, (906) 29 and 30; Lori Gambardella, in Sault Ste. Marie is scheduled Other powwows set for this an appointment. 632-0236, or Annie Thibert, (906) 632-0236, or Annie Thib‑ for Sept. 3-5. This 40th annual year are the Honoring Our Veter‑ Gerard Sagassige (906) 632-0220 ert, (906) 632-0220 powwow in our Bahweting com‑ ans Powwow in November (date Sault Ste. Marie Health Cen‑ Munising Health Center: July St. Ignace Health Center: munity is set for September rather TBA) and the New Year’s Eve ter: June 21, 22 and 28; Lori 14; (906) 387-4721 or (800) July 6; (906) 643-8689 or (877) than July to give more people the Sobriety Gathering and Powwow Gambardella, 906 632 0236, or 236-4705 256-0135 chance to get vaccinations for on Dec. 30-31, 2021, to Jan. 1, Annie Thibert, (906) 632 0220 Escanaba Community Cen‑ COVID-19. For more informa‑ 2022. More information for these Munising Health Center: ter: July 20; Lori Gambardella, Manistique Health Center: tion, please contact the Language two gatherings and powwows June 23; (906) 387 4721 or (906) 632-0236, or Annie Thib‑ July 7; (906) 341-8469 or (866) and Culture Department by phone will be released at a later date. (800) 236 4705 ert, (906) 632-0220 401-0043 Manistique Health Center: Manistique Health Center: Newberry Community Cen‑ June 16; (906) 341 8469 or July 21; (906) 341-8469 or ter: July 15; (906) 293-8181 Wellbriety meetings Munising Health Center: July Sault Ste. Marie Waabinong Wellbriety — Tuesdays and Fridays (866) 401 0043 (866) 401-0043 6-8 p.m., Niigaanagiizhik Building, 11 Ice Circle Drive in Sault Ste. St. Ignace Health Center: Joe Syrette 28; (906) 387-4721 or (800) Marie, 12 Step recovery group in the Native American way, contact July 6; (906) 643-8689 or (877) Hessel Community Center: 236-4705 Justin at (906) 203-4700. Manistique Talking Circle and Wellbriety Group — Wednes‑ days 4-6 p.m., Manistique Tribal Health Center, 5698W HWY US-2 in Manistique, 12 Step recovery group in the Native American way, call Ailing memorial golf scramble, July 31 The eighth annual Jim Ailing 3 p.m. $20/person. Hole sponsor‑ not only enjoyed the game but Sault Tribe Behavioral Health: (906) 341‑8157, ext. 29581, to register. Memorial Golf Scramble, will be ships available $50. helping others as well. held Saturday, July 31, at Tangle‑ Proceeds will support Hos‑ In 2011 Jim was diagnosed Girls’ volleyball camp at LSSU wood March Golf Course, with a pice of the EUP, WMH Road to with small cell lung cancer. He Middle school volleyball Register online at www. 9 a.m. registration and a 10 a.m. Recovery, 50/50 raffle will sup‑ lost his battle in July 2013. camp, July 12-14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. BigBearArena.com. Register start. port FOCUS. Jim was a generous man who for females entering grades 5-8. with the Sault Tribe Recreation Four-person scramble; $60/ Contact Sheri Ailing to regis‑ always wanted to help others. Lunch provided, registration is Division, not LSSU. Deadline: person includes 18 holes of golf, ter or make a donation at (906) His family wants to continue his limited, with FREE registration June 21 at 5 p.m. Questions: cart and BBQ dinner. Free koozie 203‑5597 or jimailingmemorial@ legacy by donating the profits to for Sault Tribe youth. [email protected]. to the first 13 teams yahoo.com. various charities throughout the Don’t golf? Dinner served at Jim was an avid golfer who community. DOE announces $14.5 million to combat plastics waste and pollution The U.S. Department of energy consumption and uses plastics that end up in the envi- how diversity, equity and inclu- use polyethylene for use in new Energy (DOE) announced an roughly the same amount of oil ronment and decarbonize the sion objectives will be incorporat- products, and developed a brand investment of up to $14.5 million around the world as the aviation plastics industry. ed in the projects. new plastic that can be easily for research and development to industry. Yet, less than 10 percent “I’m thrilled with the This funding opportunity recycled. cut waste and reduce the energy of plastics are currently recycled, announcement of this substantial builds on DOE investments, The funding opportunity used to recycle single-use plastics most of which are “downcycled,” federal investment in research- including the DOE Bio- announcement is available now like plastic bags, wraps and films. or repurposed into low-value ing better ways to recycle and Optimized Technologies to on EERE Exchange. “For years, single-use plastics products. upcycle single use plastics. This keep Thermoplastics out of DOE’s Office of Energy have had a detrimental impact Through this funding oppor- has been a top priority of mine Landfills and the Environment Efficiency and Renewable on the environment — clogging tunity, the DOE will support in the United States Congress (BOTTLE) Consortium. and Energy’s Advanced landfills and polluting our neigh- a range of projects to develop and I launched the bipartisan the Reducing EMbodied ener- Manufacturing Office and borhoods, parks and beaches,” economically viable solutions for Congressional Plastics Task Force gy And Decreasing Emissions Bioenergy Technologies Office said Secretary of Energy Jennifer converting plastic films to more in 2019 to help combat the plas- (REMADE) Institute. BOTTLE oversee these investments in M. Granholm. valuable materials and design tic waste crisis in our country,” consortium members have pre- support of the Biden adminis- Single-use plastics are the new plastics that are more recy- said U.S. Representative Haley viously engineered an enzyme to tration’s efforts to address the largest subset of plastics found clable and biodegradable. These Stevens. “I applaud Secretary better deconstruct polyethylene climate emergency. DOE’s Office in landfills and among the most solutions can increase invest- Granholm and the Biden team for terephthalate, one of the most of Science and Office of Fossil challenging to recycle. Plastic ments in recycling processes taking this important step.” commonly used plastic packag- Energy also play key roles in production accounts for more and recycling jobs in the United As part of the application, ing materials, developed a new supporting plastic research and than three percent of total U.S. States, reduce the amounts of applicants are required to describe approach to deconstruct single development efforts. “For All Your Tire Needs” Win Awenen Nisitotung wel- ed by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of call for other foreign countries. Win Awenen comes submissions of news arti- Chippewa Indians and is published Subscribe by sending your name cles, feature stories, photographs, 12 times a year. 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Easterday Ave., Sault, MI 49783 Page 4 News June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung EPA intends to boost authority of tribes to protect waters By Rick Smith The act originally passed into for certifying authorities on June ing Science to Tackle the Climate revisions will be selected on a The United States Environ- law in 1948 as the Federal Water 23 and June 24, and the public Crisis, in which he ordered all first come, first served basis with mental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Control Act, but was on June 23. Those interested in federal departments and agencies “consideration given to hearing recently signaled intent to revise significantly reorganized, ex- participating must register online to immediately review policies from a variety of stakeholder Section 401 of the 2020 Clean panded and became known as the at https://projects.erg.com/ adopted by federal agencies be- groups.” Water Act after concluding the Clean Water Act in 1972. These conferences/epa/register-401.asp. tween Jan. 20, 2017, and Jan. 20, Participants should limit pre- section reduces state and tribal au- days, the act is reauthorized every The agency is also accept- 2021, and take appropriate action sentations to three minutes and thority in protecting their waters. five years. ing written feedback. For more as applicable by law to ensure the EPA will provide background The EPA said it intends to Ahead of making any changes, information on participating in the those policies align with science information on Section 401. strengthen the authority of tribes the EPA is conducting virtual listening sessions or contributing and the best interests of protect- Until revisions come to pass, and states as co-regulators in- listening sessions with stakehold- written submissions, log on to ing people, economies and the the EPA intends to continue volved in protecting waters. ers during the second half of June. www.epa.gov/cwa-401. environment. listening to states and tribes about According to the agency, the Hearings were scheduled on June On Jan. 20, 2021, President The EPA announced intent to their concerns regarding the 2020 Clean Water Act sets the proce- 14 for certifying authorities, and Joseph R. Biden issued Executive revise Section 401 of the Clean rule and evaluate approaches to dures regulating discharges of June 15 for project proponents Order 13990, titled Executive Or- Water Act on May 27, 2021. address challenges. pollutants into U.S. waters and and the public. der on Protecting Public Health Individuals or organizations Visit the agency’s website at regulates surface water quality. Hearings are scheduled again and the Environment and Restor- wishing to provide input on www.epa.gov. Bill reinforces federal help for Indian-owned businesses By Rick Smith chronic underfunding and is seen American Indian tribes and indi- tribal enterprises and thousands to promote Indian self-determi- The United States Small as somewhat rudderless. viduals. of other Native-owned small nation by targeting SBA’s pow- Business Administration’s (SBA) Hickenlooper said in an According to the National businesses – not only to recover erful entrepreneur development, Office of Native American Affairs announcement, “The SBA’s Center for American Indian from economic devastation result- contracting and capital access (ONAA) would receive doubled Office of Native American Affairs Enterprise Development ing from the COVID-19 pandem- program assistance to revitalize funding, expanded capacity to is designed to promote and (NCAIED), the ONAA budget hit ic, but to flourish long into the Native businesses and economic help Native-owned businesses support Native American entre- a high in the 1990s with $5 mil- future.” development in Indian Country.” and an associate administrator preneurs. However, the office’s lion; more recently, the budget is The letter further noted the The letter was also circu- to serve as the director under a effectiveness is limited by a lack $2 million. bill could provide the means for lated to the National Congress bipartisan bill introduced into of funding and the absence of The NCAIED also calls the the ONAA to provide financial of American Indians, Native the Senate Committee on Small an associate administrator to set bill a formal recognition of the and other types of help to deploy American Contractors Business and Entrepreneurship on policy and direction. Most similar ONAA, elevates its importance education outreach services, Association, Native American May 20. offices within the SBA have such and expands its reach. workshops, SBA entrepreneur Finance Officers Association The bill, designated S.1735 and an administrator.” In a letter to Hickenlooper and assistance access and other pro- and the Native Community titled the ONAA Enhancement The administrator would be Loomis, the NCAIED thanked grams geared to help start-up or Development Financial and Modernization Act of 2021, tasked with carrying out “mean- them for striving to help small established businesses owned by Institutions Network. was introduced by Senator John ingful, substantive and effec- business success and development women, veterans and others. Further, the letter urged W. Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) and tive Native American outreach in Indian Country, “We applaud “In sum,” said Chris James, Congress to act quickly on the co-sponsored by Sen. Cynthia M. programs” and would also be you and your staff for taking the NCAIED president and CEO, new legislation so important to Loomis (R-Wyo.), Senator Maize charged to form and promote initiative to enhance legislative “ONAA implementation of Indian Country economic devel- K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) and Sen. policies, programs and assis- proposals long promoted by urgently needed Native American opment. James M. Inhofe (R-Okla.) also tance that improve meeting the NCAIED and our partner orga- outreach would be the proper and The ONAA Enhancement endorsed the bill. multi-faceted needs of start-ups nizations to provide desperately most effective fulfillment of the and Modernization Act waits on The ONAA operates with and established businesses of needed assistance to Indian tribes, SBA’s federal trust responsibility action by the Senate committee. June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 5 Post National Missing Children Day safety tips for kids In 1983, then President Ron- and he was also the first missing Etan Patz and other high where with anyone. your child practice saying “I can’t ald Reagan declared May 25 as child to have his picture shown profile missing children’s cases DON’T SAY: You can tell help you” in a firm voice. Teach National Missing Children Day on milk cartons. in the late 1970s and the early someone is bad just by looking at children to stand at least one to in memory of Etan Patz. On May, The family did get closure in 1980s led to the idea of “stranger them. two arms’ lengths away while 25 1979, six year old Etan Patz 2017, when Pedro Hernandez, danger.” As the years progressed SAY: Pay attention to what interacting with unknown adults. disappeared while walking to who worked at a store by the bus many experts have agreed that the people do. Tell me right away if The “flattery/model” trick: the school bus stop two blocks stop when Etan disappeared, was concentration on the danger of anyone asks you to keep a secret, Someone compliments the child from his home. Julie Patz, Etan’s convicted of his kidnapping and strangers has led to a false sense makes you feel uncomfortable, or and asks to take his or her pic- mother, did not know that her murder. of security. True stranger abduc- tries to get you to go with them. ture. The person may promise the child was missing until he did not Since 1983, the Department of tions of children only represents a Along with the above talking child fame or fortune. make it home from school. When Justice has conducted an annual very small percentage of missing points, National Center for Miss- Beat it: Instruct your child not she called the school looking for ceremony honoring the heroic children. ing and Exploited Children’s Kid to accompany anyone anywhere Etan, she was informed that Etan efforts of individuals, agencies The National Center for Miss- Smartz page also has a list of without your permission. Teach never made it to school. Julie and organizations that strive each ing and Exploited Children pub- common lure tricks, here are a older children that a legitimate contacted the police to report her day to protect children; 2021 lished an article titled Rethink- few: photographer or casting agent will son missing. The local police sent nominees can be found at https:// ing “Stranger Danger” on the The “bad child” trick: Some- try to talk to a parent or guardian, more than 100 officers and dogs ojjdp.ojp.gov/events/missing- KidSmartz webpage at https:// one accuses the child of doing not a child. to search for Etan, however, even childrens-day/about-missing- kidsmartz.org/StrangerDanger. In something wrong and says the If anyone would like more with this intense search was never childrens-day. the article are the following sug- child must go with him or her. information about child safety, found. This year, the National Cen- gestions for a better way to edu- Beat it: Teach your child to please visit the National Center Etan’s disappearance changed ter for Missing and Exploited cate children on today’s dangers: always check with you or the for Missing and Exploited Chil- how the United States handled Children will host a weekly Hero DON’T SAY: Never talk to adult in charge before going any- dren’s different educational web child abduction investigations. Award video tribute to honor strangers. where with anyone. Instruct chil- pages at https://www.kidsmartz. Thanks to Julie and Stanley people who go above and beyond SAY: You should not approach dren to immediately tell you if org, https://www.missingkids.org (Etan’s father) Patz’s relentless to help protect our nation’s most just anyone. If you need help, someone approaches them or tries and https://www.missingkids.org/ and tenacious search efforts, Etan valuable resource – our children. look for uniformed police offi- to take them away. netsmartz. was one of the first missing child For more information on cers, a store clerk with a name tag The “help” trick: The child Also, if anyone has questions cases to coordinate a nationwide National Missing Children’s Day or a parent with children. is asked to help with something about Sault Tribe’s sex offend- missing child campaign. Photo- or to view the tribute videos, DON’T SAY: Stay away from such as directions, looking for a er registration and notification graphs and contact information please go to www.missingkids. people you don’t know. lost pet or carrying something requirements, please contact Lati- were distributed on posters, news- org/supportus/events/2021/ SAY: It is important for you to Beat it: Adults should ask other sha Willette at (906) 635-6065 or papers, and television broadcasts heroesawards. get permission before going any- adults for help, not children. Have at [email protected]. NCAI calls for clarity and action after Kamloops discovery The discovery of the remains “The discovery of unmarked genuine commitment to truth and tity and placed in the ‘care’ of full accounting of the total num- of 215 children at the Kamloops graves of Native children at reconciliation with tribal nations, federally run schools. Children ber of students removed to the Indian Residential School in Kamloops, dating back possibly and with the formation of a for- could face severe punishment in custody of boarding schools or Canada is a sorrowful reminder a century or more, is beyond mal commission to study the the form of physical, mental and churches operating with federal that the National Congress of horrific. By law, our ancestors impacts of the Indian boarding emotional trauma, in addition funding and to account for the American Indians (NCAI) has were systematically forced into school policy. We call on the fed- to neglect, inadequate nutrition, fate and final resting place of repeatedly called for transpar- boarding schools where they eral government to finally answer disease and succumbing to ill- each child who did not survive. ency and accountability for the were beaten, starved, sexually for these transgressions against ness either as a result of either In 2017, NCAI passed another historical and generational trau- abused and, as we see now, died Native children and families.” non-compliance to the assimi- resolution to call upon our mem- ma caused by Native American from neglect or even worse. Historically, the Boarding lationist rules or as a byproduct bership to gather testimony and boarding schools in the United Their families were never told School Policy of 1869 required of attending such an institution. share information about our loved States. In 2016 and 2017, NCAI the truth about what happened, American Indian and Alaska Some students forced into these ones who attended boarding called upon the United States and the perpetrators, individual- Native children to attend board- institutions between 1869 and schools but who remain unac- government and organizations ly or institutionally, were never ing schools to assimilate the chil- 1972 are unaccounted for, and counted for. NCAI will continue that operated residential boarding held responsible,” said Fawn dren into a westernized identity their fates and whereabouts to work to ensure that none of schools to fully account for their Sharp, president of NCAI. “These and way of life. Federal boarding remain unknown. our American Indian and Alaska treatment of Native children and were lawful actions for nearly school policies required AI/AN In 2016, NCAI passed a reso- Native children are ever forgotten be fully transparent in providing 100 years by both the United children to be taken from their lution to address our lost relatives and to right the wrongs imposed records related to enrollment and States and Canada. A new era families and stripped of their and formally call upon the United upon both past and present gen- living conditions. of accountability starts with a culture, language and tribal iden- States government to provide a erations. HUD announces $145 million in funding to help homeless youth WASHINGTON, D.C. – The homelessness, and this funding needs of young people, HUD has the U.S. Interagency Council on assist youth in crisis. U.S. Department of Housing and will empower them to do so. I am continued to work closely with Homelessness, program develop- Selected communities will use Urban Development (HUD) is pleased to announce this funding young people with lived expe- ment and application assessment funding for rapid re-housing, per- making $145 million in com- and encourage local groups to rience in the application review to ensure that program communi- manent supportive housing and petitive funding available to apply.” process and to provide technical ties are working with a diverse set transitional housing, and to fund build systems intended to end “While eradicating youth assistance to communities to help of stakeholders and across silos to innovative programs. youth homelessness in local homelessness is a tough chal- them incorporate youth voices and rural communities through lenge, we can work toward the and leadership into their local HUD’s Youth Homelessness goal of getting it done with the work. HUD works closely with MY LIFE IS MOBILE. 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Has there been any insanity in your family? Making our Sounds Most letters sound like in English. Yes Doctor. My husband thinks he’s the boss. Here are the exceptions. aa sounds like the a in awsome a sounds like the a in tuba Boy: My father’s name is LAUGHING and ii sounds like the e in be i sounds like the i in dip my mother’s name is SMILING. oo sounds like the o in go o sounds like the oo’s in wood Teacher: You must be kidding. Boy: No, that’s my brother’s name. e sounds like the e in end g sounds ONLY like it does in go I”m JOKING Pronounce all the letters. Italic type will tell you which word-parts to stress. No Boy: Mom! I love you so much! italics in a word means the parts have equal stress. Long words are broken up with dashes (-); still, say each word smoothly. And notice “nh” has NO SOUND of Mom: I have no money. Try it with your dad. its own. It is a sign to say the vowels just before it “through your nose”. June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 7 Recommendations gathered for America the Beautiful initiative By Rick Smith ing union jobs and economic and increasing access to outdoor Outdoor Afro and many organi- rights and freedom of religious The U.S. Department of the growth.” recreation. zations related to natural environ- practices. Federal agencies should Interior released a 24-page report The initiative also calls for Comments included in the ments, outdoor recreation, farm- seek to support and help advance last May recommending priorities federal collaboration with state, report show a diverse array of ing and other concerns. the priorities of American Indian, and objectives for a collaborative tribal and local governments as support. Tribal leaders and orga- Eight key principles in pursuit Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian 10-year push to restore and con- appropriate. nization were quoted from a of the initiative’s goals are stip- and Indigenous leaders, including serve the country’s lands, waters The America the Beautiful ini- letter, “Tribal nations are key to ulated in the report. The fourth those related to sustainable land and wildlife. tiative is a step toward the Biden the success of the 30x30 policy key principle directly addresses management and the conservation The report, titled America the administration goal of protecting initiative in the U.S. as they are working with Indian Country, of natural, cultural and historical Beautiful Initiative 2021, is a plan at least 30 percent of lands and intrinsically linked, presently and it is titled Principle 4: Honor resources.” developed by the U.S. depart- 30 percent of waters by 2030, historically, to existing and pro- Tribal Sovereignty and Support The White House noted in a ments of Interior, Agriculture and commonly referred to as 30x30. spective protected areas. Tribal the Priorities of Tribal Nations. related executive order that the Commerce along with the White According to the White House, nations are the original stewards “Tribal nations have sovereign recommendations were developed House Council on Environmental the effort has six main priorities of these lands and waters and authority over their lands and after hearing from tribal leaders, Quality submitted to the White for the earliest stage of the initia- have been the most effective waters, possess long-standing governors, members of Congress, House National Climate Task tive based on feedback gathered managers and protectors of bio- treaty hunting and fishing rights county officials, state elected offi- Force. in the first 100 days of the Biden diversity since time immemorial. on and off reservations, and have cials, state fish and wildlife agen- The task force, established last administration. One of those pri- The 30x30 policy serves as a many cultural, natural and sacred cies, leaders on equity and justice January, consists of the heads of orities is to support tribally-led vitally important opportunity to sites on national public land and in conservation policy, environ- 15 federal departments and four conservation and restoration safeguard the environment, tribal the ocean,” the principle states. mental advocacy organizations, presidential advisors charged with priorities. Another priority is to cultural values, strengthen the “Efforts to conserve and restore hunting and fishing organizations, planning, organizing and facili- create jobs in restoration and nation-to-nation relationship, and America’s lands and waters must regional fisheries management tating a federal government-wide resilience projects, including the uphold tribal sovereignty and involve regular, meaningful and councils, farming and ranching approach against climate pollu- Civilian Conservation Corps. self-determination.” robust consultation with tribal organizations, trade associations, tion while protecting and rejuve- Other priorities included expand- Other positive feedback came and nations. These efforts must forestry representatives, outdoor nating natural resources with an ing collaborations and incentives, from more than 70 mayors, the respect and honor tribal sover- recreation businesses and users, eye toward “spurring well-pay- developing more nature parks Hispanic Access Foundation, eignty, treaty and subsistence the seafood industry and others. NCAI and NARF applaud Supreme Court decision in U.S. v. Cooley WASHINGTON, D.C. – The ident of the National Congress Crow Tribe police officer. After Circuit affirmed. direct effect on . . . the health or National Congress of American of American Indians. “This 9-0 conducting a safety check of The Tribal Supreme Court welfare of the tribe.” Indians (NCAI) and the Native decision is one of the strongest the vehicle parked on the side Project, which is jointly staffed It also reasoned that not recog- American Rights Fund (NARF) affirmations of tribal sovereign- of a state roadway crossing the by NARF and NCAI attorneys, nizing authority to detain suspect- applaud the recent decision in ty in a generation and helps reservation, the tribal police coordinated the preparation and ed non-Indian offenders could the United States Supreme Court secure Native communities. For officer formed the opinion that filing of eight amicus briefs sup- pose serious threats to public case of United States v. Cooley. too long, non-Native criminals the motorist was non-Indian, porting the tribal interests in this safety in Indian Country. Rightfully, the court held that escaped justice from crimes com- observed firearms in the vehicle, case. NCAI joined tribal nations The court noted that several tribal law enforcement have the mitted on tribal lands, but today’s and suspected possible viola- and inter-tribal organizations state and lower federal courts authority to temporarily detain unanimous decision in United tions of state or federal law. He in urging the court to reject the have recognized this authori- and search non-Indians traveling States v. Cooley is monumental detained the motorist while local Ninth Circuit’s decision. NCAI’s ty and several Supreme Court on public rights-of-way running in changing that. We applaud and federal police were being amicus brief can be found on the opinions assumed such author- through a reservation for suspect- this decision and look forward to dispatched. A subsequent search Tribal Supreme Court Project’s ity existed. Moreover, the court ed violations of state or federal advocating for our member tribes of the vehicle by the tribal police website. pointed out, such detentions of law. as they improve safety and secu- officer uncovered 50 grams of Relying on the second excep- non-Indians do not subject them “Protecting our tribal citizens rity in tribal communities as a methamphetamine and addition- tion in Montana v. United States, to tribal law, but only to applica- is one of the most basic services result of this new precedent.” al firearms. The district court 450 U.S. 644, 566 (1981), the ble state or federal law. we can provide, and today every This case involves the tem- granted the driver’s motion to court affirmed tribal inherent sov- The court vacated the Ninth member of the Supreme Court porary detention and search of suppress evidence obtained by the ereign authority to address “con- Circuit’s decision and remanded agreed,” said Fawn Sharp, pres- Mr. Cooley, a non-Indian, by a tribal police officer, and the Ninth duct [that] threatens or has some the case for further proceedings. DOI budget supports racial equity, civil rights movement preservation WASHINGTON, D.C. —As center the voices of those who initiative will focus on clean ener- programs that preserve and tell through the National Park Service part of the Biden-Harris admin- have been historically unrepre- gy and energy efficiency, training the story of historically underrep- Historic Preservation Fund. istration’s whole-of-government sented or underrepresented as we and workforce development, the resented and marginalized groups. • $5 million in additional funds approach to advancing equity and strive to lift up every community reduction of legacy pollution, and • $10 million for the Selma for competitive historic preserva- justice, the Department of the through our work.” affordable and sustainable hous- Interpretive Center to construct tion grants to increase support to Interior’s 2022 budget proposal The President’s 2022 budget ing in tribal communities. a voting rights center that honors State and local efforts to preserve contains major investments in ini- proposal includes a $12.8 million The budget also includes the legacy of civil rights leaders, sites that document the struggle tiatives that advance racial equity increase across the department significant investments in other including the late Congressman for civil rights and equal opportu- and tell the stories of historically to better address diversity, equi- Interior programs, including: John Lewis. nity for African Americans. underrepresented communities ty, inclusion and accessibility in • $15 million to expand capac- • $10 million for historically * $3 million to support African and the struggle for civil rights. our workforce. As part of this ity for national park units and Black colleges and universities American History Commission. “From our national parks and process, the department is work- monuments, to our own work- ing to identify gaps, challenges, force development efforts, telling best practices and examine what the rich, diverse story of America changes need to be made to Handmade Amish is a priority for us at Interior. ensure this opportunity for growth President Biden’s budget will and discovery in the agency. make much-needed investments Through the president’s in communities and projects that Justice40 Initiative, the depart- Furniture & Goods Stop In To See Us! will advance our vision for an ment will seek to bring 40 per- Made by Hand ~ Heirloom Quality equitable future while preserving cent of the overall benefits of the past,” said Secretary Deb relevant federal investments to Outdoor Chairs, Gliders, Footstools, Haaland. “We will continue to underserved communities. 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These were my first Ojibwe language, cultural of life) mentors that taught me so teachers,” she said. programming, the Mary Murray I could teach others,” she said. DeVoy said some short-term Culture Camp, repatriation and DeVoy said that in addition goals she has for the Culture some other smaller grants and to teaching, she also worked and Language Department programs that support those main for the tribe for a number of include getting back to pre- areas. years; most notably the Youth COVID activities and events in For the last 14 years, DeVoy Sports and Drug Elimination our communities – including has been the Ojibwe Culture and program. “From this program - powwows, ceremonies and Language teacher at the Ojibwe with the help of tribal housing, cultural camps. “One good Charter School in Bay Mills the board of directors and many thing that has come out of the for K-12 students. “I feel like I individuals - came the Mary pandemic experience is that we have come full circle and back Murray Cultural Camp,” she have learned how to do so much home to work for my own tribal said. “The purpose for the camp more online, which has served communities,” she said. “There was to teach our culture with our our tribal members outside the is still so much work to be done culture, not just talk about it in a tribal territories. We have had Sault Tribe Language and Culture Department Director Cathy DeVoy to restore and preserve our book or classroom. Between that a tremendous response from language and cultural ways for program and the Culture Camp, I members from all over the units to offer workshops in housing over 1,000 books on the coming generations.” believe many young people and country joining us online for traditional arts, dance and other Indigenous culture and Ojibwe DeVoy has a degree from their families have found a good Ojibwe language classes and cultural teachings and ceremony. language, over 150 artifacts and Northern Michigan University path through learning about our “Coffee with Elders.” She said there is a need numerous educational videos. in history and English, and culture and language.” Some longer-term goals she to establish a repository for The Sault Tribe Language and a professional teaching DeVoy’s family is from Sugar has in mind include establishing historical items, such as pipes Culture Department can be con- certification with numerous Island and Baaweting (before Ojibwe language immersion and other ceremonial items, tacted by calling (906) 635-6050. training certificates and graduate it was the Sault), going back opportunities that would and a place for repatriated You can also visit them online work. She has taught for generations. “In my younger include young tribal members, ancestors to reside until re-burial for more information, at: https:// tribal schools, public schools, years we lived in the “west end” establishing an interpretive arrangements are made. www.saulttribe.com/member- adult education programs and of the Sault with a lot of other heritage center, expand new DeVoy said the Ojibwe community colleges for over 30 tribal families. My mother took cultural programing to reach Learning Center is a great ship-services/culture. years. me around to our older relatives tribal communities in all the resource for tribal members – Board resolutions passed on May 18 to June 1 The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of employee contributing one-per- ing resolutions. of funds needed from $30,000 to includes Victim Services, media Chippewa Indians convened on cent. Further, approved an addi- 124 – Eldercare Services FY $25,000, and to change the fund- and public communication, law May 18 with all present except tional three-percent discretionary 2021 Budget Modification – ing source. enforcement and community out- for Unit II Director Causley- employer contribution for all Approved to change the person- 129 – Demawating reach partnerships. Smith and passed the following employees eligible under the nel sheet and reallocate expenses Development FY 2021 Enterprise 134 – Amending Resolution resolutions. terms of the plan, effective on with no effect on tribal support. Capital Outlays Budget 2020-108 Interim General Resolution 2021-120 – Tribal July 1, 2021. Moreover, man- 125 – Community Health Modification – Approved to Counsel – Approved to negoti- Transportation Program FY 2021 dated the one-percent matching Technician FY 2021 Budget increase expenses of $275,000 ate, execute and amend interim Budget Modification – Approved contribution shall not be included Modification – Approved to with no tribal support. general counsel agreement with for a decrease in federal funding for any person eligible for the change the personnel sheet and 130 – Trust Land Lease Patterson, Earnhart, Real Bird Parcel 46 Sault Ste. Marie, MI – of $783,500. law-enforcement MERS plan. reallocate expenses with no effect and Wilson LLP. 121 – Transportation Program Also, authorized execution of on tribal support. Approved for approximately 1.20 135 – Creation of Community Award Construction Contracts any amendment necessary to 126 – Manistique Dental FY acres of land. Pool Development Committee Sidewalks and Trails Project – implement the purposes of this 2021 Budget Modification – 131 – U.S. Department of the – Approved to establish the Approved negotiation and execu- resolution and such other actions Approved to change the person- Treasury FY 2021 Homeowner tion of a contract between Sault as may be needed. nel sheet and reallocate expenses Assistance Fund – Authorized committee and authorize facil- Tribe, Arrow Construction and 123 – 2021 Head Start and with no effect on tribal support. the tribe’s Housing Authority to itation for the committee. The Hunts Brothers for general con- Early Head Start Grant – 127 – Health Sault Laboratory apply for federal funding. committee shall consist of any tracting services and authorized Supported and recommended FY 2021 Budget Modification – 132 – Approving Contract or all board members, staff expenditures from the Tribal submission of a grant applica- Approved to change the person- Michael T. 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To sign up, stop by The Journey Matters, 545 Ashmun St. in the Sault, visit the Miller Family Farm at 845 W. 6 Mile Rd., email [email protected], or call (616) 558-9958. Crafts • Gifts • Herbs • Baked Goods • Canned fruits & vegetables • Produce • Honey • Maple Syrup • Furniture • Fresh Donuts • Soap June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 9 Lane accepts Facilities and Operations manager position By Brenda Austin in 2019 as the Maintenance/ ters, multiple office buildings, energy use, and lower our envi- equipment. Andrew Lane recently accept- Housekeeping supervisor for recreation centers, child care cen- ronmental impact on our commu- Lane said he has been making ed the position of Sault Tribe Facilities Management,” he said. ters, multiple advocacy resource nities,” he said. some small changes to the depart- Facilities and Operations man- The newly created position of centers, elder meal buildings and Facilities Management remod- ment’s operations and the tribe’s ager. Lane previously worked as Facility and Operation manager multiple vacant buildings. The list eled the McCann building in overall approach to the way it a maintenance and housekeep- is responsible for management is ever growing he said. Unit III with a focus on lowering manages buildings and vacant ing supervisor for Sault Tribe of all government tribally owned Lane said Facilities energy consumption. In order lands. “I am looking to overhaul Facilities Management. buildings and properties. Lane Management has projects that to achieve that, they used spray the infrastructure on as many Lane began working for the will be developing building bud- come from the needs of all seven foam insulation, LED fixtures, buildings as possible. These tribe in 2007 as a Motorpool gets, planning for capital outlays, counties they operate out of. sensor switches and sensor changes will include but are attendant. After applying for construction, excavation, renova- They are currently working on lavatory fixtures. He said that not limited to HVAC, electrical, a Maintenance/Housekeeping tions, space planning for tenants, the replacement and upgrades for although the changes sound plumbing and structural changes,” worker for Facilities Management and organizing, planning and multiple boiler systems, siding small, they will allow for energy he said. “I have an eye for mak- in 2008, he was offered the posi- scheduling as needed, and dele- replacement, life safety equip- savings by lowering the cost to ing our structures as eco-friendly tion. “I continued to work in that gating duties to facilities manage- ment upgrades, door replace- operate. The department also as possible. I believe we need to position for the first part of the ment team members. ments and insulation upgrades. recently moved into their new transition to LEDs, incorporate 2010s. Later, when the mainte- The department manages 38 Over the past few months, they building at 2280 Shunk Road, smart technologies for HVAC nance technician position posted, Sault Tribe governmental build- have changed out nine boilers behind Gitchi Auto Home & and electrical systems. I am also I applied for it and received the ings and dozens of vacant lots that were 85 percent efficient, and RV Sales. Their new location is advocating for geothermal heat- new job. I worked in that position spread across the tribe’s sev- replaced them with 98 percent more centrally located and has ing/cooling systems, solar power, until October of 2015, at which en-county service area. These efficient units. “These new sys- more space for the department’s and wind power whenever and point I left the tribe. I returned buildings include all health cen- tems will save the tribe money on vehicles, building supplies and where ever possible.” Tribal Business News hires Rob Capriccioso as senior editor Sault Tribe member Rob it is the center of power when issues, including doing work is a manager in the federal gov- Capriccioso recently joined it comes to determining policy for its Economic Development ernment. They have four children Tribal Business News as its senior and funding for the country. And Commission. and reside in the metropolitan editor based in the Washington, that is especially true for Indian Capriccioso’s wife, Katrina, D.C. region. D.C. area. Country,” Rickert said. “Without He was previously the D.C. a doubt, Rob’s connections in bureau chief for Indian Country the nation’s capital are huge for Today (ICT), serving in that Tribal Business News.” position from 2011 through “Rob understands the impor- 2017. He started working as a tance of writing to a readership general assignment reporter at beyond Native Americans,” he ICT in 2008, and has contributed said. “Tribal Business News to many publications including strives to provide the non-Native The New York Times, Politico, readers, who want to do business Forbes, The Guardian and in Indian Country the ‘why’ and Campaigns and Elections. ‘how’ things are done the way In 2012, he became the first they are among tribal business Native American to interview a Rob Capriccioso enterprises. Rob’s experience sitting United States president - ered issues that face tribes and allows him to write to both audi- something he says he hopes to Indians. ences simultaneously.” accomplish again with President “I’m a strong believer that Capriccioso’s mother, Marcy, Joe Biden. much more Native-focused jour- who passed away in 2015, was In his new position at Tribal nalism needs to be supported and a member of Sault Tribe and Business News, Capriccioso will done to ultimately help our peo- worked in various health-related continue reporting on Native- ple and to help non-Indians better positions with the tribe, including focused politics and policy, with understand us,” he added. “That’s at its pharmacy and for its sub- an emphasis on economic devel- why Tribal Business News and stance abuse clinic. His father, opment, Indian entrepreneurship what it offers to readers in Indian Robert, who passed away in and recovery from the many Country and beyond is so import- 1992, helped the tribe with legal problems the coronavirus has ant at this critical time.” caused for Indigenous people. Tribal Business News, founded “Tribes and Native American in 2020, is the sister publication TRIBAL MEMBER REGISTRATION IN THE TAX AGREEMENT AREA citizens have experienced a of Native News Online, which is difficult social and economic celebrating its tenth anniversary TRIBAL MEMBERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES time during the pandemic, but this year. They are both pub- (Including the Issuance of Certificates of Exemptions) there are signs of a rebound and lished by Levi Rickert, a citizen growth to come,” Capriccioso of the Prairie Band Potawatomi said. “Resilience is a common Nation, who was the editor of Indigenous trait, and I enjoy Tribal Business Journal maga- INITIAL REGISTRATION AND OR CHANGE OF ADDRESS reporting on ways that tribal zine between 2015 and 2019. He members across the country are recently reported on the Sault Under the Tax Agreement between the Tribe and the State, tribal members who live within the making progress and succeed- Tribe and the Bay Mills Indian “Agreement Area” are able to claim exemption from certain state taxes. In order to take advantage of ing.” Community’s joint Murdered these benefits, the member must with be registered the Tribal Tax Office and must prove that they do Capriccioso, who has won sev- and Missing Indigenous Persons live in the “Agreement .” Area eral Native American Journalists Tribal Community Response Association awards, said he Plans. The registration process begins with the member filling out an “Address Verification Card” and would like to see more young The publications both employ providing their name, address, and other personal . information The member must also provide a Native Americans become jour- Indigenous writers, including copy of their MI driver’s license, MI State ID card, or voter’s registration card. All of these forms of nalists and writers so that they Capriccioso, Kyle Edwards (Ebb State identification MUST have the member’s current address and that address must be located in the can share their own powerful sto- and Flow First Nation), Chez Tax Agreement Area. Members must also include a utility bill in their name and their current address rytelling and reporting. Oxendine (Lumbee-Cheraw) and as an additional proof of residency in the . Tax Agreement Area He is a graduate of the various freelancers, and they are The Tribal Tax cannot Office register a member with the MI Department of Treasury unless these University of Michigan. looking to add more Indian staff- “Better and increased journal- ers in the future. documents are included with the “Address Verification ” Card. istic coverage is necessary in all In 2020, Rickert’s Indian areas that impact Indian Country, Country Media LLC partnered especially in business, culture, with MiBiz Inc., a regional pub- CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTIONS health, policy and politics,” he lisher based in Grand Rapids, said. “Native voices need to be Mich., to begin publishing Tribal Tribal Code 43.1103 states that Resident Tribal Members shall notify the Tribal Tax Office in writing heard and amplified, especial- Business News in order to focus prior to moving their principal place of residence. ly during this new presidential more in depth on the $130 billion administration and with the Indian economy. If the Tribal Tax Office request receives a for a Certificate of Exemption and the address for the COVID-19 crisis and its asso- Rickert said Capriccioso member on the request is not the same address as the that the Tribal Tax Office and MI Department ciated funding of new programs brings important experience to of Treasury have on record, then no Certificate of Exemption can be issued. for Indian Country. There are the team. “Regardless of one’s We will usually attempt to contact the member ask to them to update their address by filling the out so many unique and under-cov- feelings about Washington, D.C., “Address Verification Card” and providing the required , documents but it is the member’s Have something you would like to submit for publica- responsibility to provide this information. Certificate A of Exemption can not be issued unless the tion in Win Awenen Nisitotung? Send it to us in an email member has filed the correct information proving that they live . within the Agreement Area at [email protected].

Page 10 News June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Diane Moore retires after 37 years of service

Dear friend and beloved employee, Diane Moore, administrative assistant for the Sault Tribal Health Center, (center in striped skirt) retired after 37 years of service. She also served on the Sault Tribe Election Committee for many years and plans to continue. Moore’s last day of work was on May 14. Coworkers, acquaintances and family gathered in her honor on May 12 in the health center auditorium. She has been an integral part of the Health Division for many years and her hard work, commitment and dedication will be greatly missed. Let us all wish her the best of luck on her retirement. Newland awaits DOI post confirmation As Win Awenen Nisitotung Newland also has experience Michigan State University and Roy Electric Co. Inc. goes to press, former president of in a federal capacity from his the Michigan State University IndustrIal – CommerCIal – resIdentIal the Bay Mills Indian Community earlier position as counselor and School of Law. Bryan Newland completed a policy advisor to the assistant The National Congress of Don’t get caught without power again! hearing with the U.S. Senate secretary of the Interior – Indian American Indians praised Generators: Sales, Installation, Maintenance Committee on Indian Affairs on Affairs. Newland’s nomination and by a Trained Licensed Electrician the possibility of assuming the Prior to his presidency, he also expressed support for his instal- office of Assistant Secretary – served as a chief judge for the lation to the office and urged Visit our website for a list of services! Indian Affairs. Bay Mills Tribal Court. swift confirmation for Newland’s Newland currently holds the Newland is a graduate of appointment. (906) 632-8878 www.royelectriccompany.com office of principle deputy assis- tant secretary at the Department of the Interior (DOI). Rivard to be STORAGE BARNS ordained Plus Sheds • Cabins • Outbuildings • Portable Garages

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The increase Communities Through the recently submitted to Congress resources outlined in this for tribes that choose to operate will also support contract Federal Government, as well the president’s budget for fiscal proposal, this funding would go BIE-funded schools to support extensions needed to maintain as Executive Order 13988, year 2022, including $1.3 billion a long way in supporting some 100 percent of the estimated this investment, as well as the Preventing and Combating in funding to invest in Bureau of of our most critical educational requirement. educational IT personnel costs Discrimination on the Basis Indian Education (BIE) initiatives infrastructure needs and programs • Improved access to Education to support remote learning and of Gender Identity and Sexual that would support Native that serve students located in IT. An increase of $20 million additional broadband capabilities. Orientation. As part of this students and teachers from early often geographically challenged for Education IT will support • Expand scholarships and initiative, the department, bureaus childhood through college, an locations across the country.” the ongoing costs of distance adult education opportunities. An and offices will jointly conduct increase of $110.6 million from The budget includes the two learning and enhanced use of increase of $10 million for the a review of the diversity, equity, the 2021 enacted level. historic plans the president technology in the classroom. Scholarships and Adult Education inclusion and accessibility As the administration has already put forward — the Supplemental funding to support program will improve educational program across Interior to continues to make progress Americans Jobs Plan and the BIE-funded schools has enabled opportunities and serve a identify gaps, challenges and defeating the pandemic and American Families Plan – and new technology investments larger population of qualified best practices and to examine getting our economy back on reinvests in education, research, and operational capabilities Native American students with department and bureau roles, track, the budget makes historic public health, and other for learning in response to the financial assistance for eligible responsibilities and governance. investments that will help the foundations of our country’s COVID-19 pandemic. American Indian and Alaska • Prioritize education country build back better and lay strength. At the Bureau of Indian These investments will be Native students. The program construction. The 2022 budget the foundation for shared growth Education, the budget would: long-lasting and will provide supports administration priorities includes $264.3 million in and prosperity for decades to • Increase Indian School invaluable infrastructure to through educational grants to annual funding for education come. Equalization Program and Early enable BIE to continue to tribal communities, which have construction to replace and “The Interior Department Childhood funding. The 2022 deliver education during and been historically underserved and repair school facilities in poor plays an important role in the request includes a $60 million after the pandemic, and they adversely affected by persistent condition and address deferred president’s plan to reinvest in program increase above 2021 will substantially improve poverty and inequality. These maintenance needs at campuses the American people. From enacted levels to improve Indian the efficiency and quality funds enable tribes to further in the BIE school system. bolstering climate resiliency and student academic outcomes, of education upon return to tribal sovereignty and self- Education construction funds will increasing renewable energy, support expanded preschool in-school learning. Although determination by establishing be supplemented by permanent to supporting tribal nations and programs and provide pay parity most schools remain in either their own educational priorities, funds from the Great American advancing environmental justice, for tribal teachers while fully a distance learning or hybrid promoting economic development Outdoors Act (GAOA, P.L. 116- President Biden’s budget will funding projected tribal grant instruction mode, BIE continues and improving standards of living 152). BIE is expected to receive make much-needed investments support costs. In the increase, to work collaboratively with in American Indian and Alaska up to $95 million per year in in communities and projects that $49 million is for Indian School tribes and communities to Native communities. GAOA permanent funding for will advance our vision for a Equalization Program formula alleviate the strains imposed • Improve diversity, equity, priority deferred maintenance robust and equitable clean energy funds to improve opportunities by the COVID-19 pandemic inclusion and accessibility projects from 2021 through 2025. future,” said Secretary Deb and outcomes in the classroom; on BIE students and their practices. The BIE budget Actual amounts are dependent on Haaland. provide improved instructional families, as well as on teachers, includes $400,000 as part of energy development revenues, as “The president’s Fiscal Year services; and support improved administrators, and staff in K–12 a department-wide diversity, specified in the GAOA. 2022 budget provides the Bureau teacher quality, recruitment schools and at tribal colleges equity, inclusion and accessibility For more information on the of Indian Education (BIE) the and retention. An additional $3 and universities. The 2022 budget initiative to address president’s proposed FY 2022 opportunity to support BIE million is for Early Child and budget increase in education identified high-priority needs budget, please visit the White students and our schools after Family Development to expand information technology resources in support of Executive Order House website, https://www. such a tough year,” said BIE preschool opportunities at BIE- will continue the annual 13985, Advancing Racial Equity whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/. EPA, Army announce intent to revise definition of WOTUS WASHINGTON, D.C. — The 2020 rule. lowing considerations: The agencies are committed to of the United States, including U.S. Environmental Protection As a result of findings after a • Protecting water resources meaningful stakeholder engage- the territorial seas.” Thus, “waters Agency (EPA) and Department of review, the Department of Justice and our communities consistent ment to ensure that a revised of the United States” (WOTUS) the Army announced their intent is filing a motion requesting with the Clean Water Act. definition of WOTUS considers is a threshold term establishing to revise the definition of “waters remand of the rule. The action • The latest science and the essential clean water protections, the geographic scope of feder- of the United States” (WOTUS) reflects the agencies’ intent to effects of climate change on our as well as how the use of water al jurisdiction under the Clean to better protect our nation’s initiate a new rulemaking process waters. supports key economic sectors. Water Act. The term “waters of vital water resources that support that restores the protections in • Emphasizing a rule with Further details of the agencies’ the United States” is not defined public health, environmental pro- place prior to the 2015 WOTUS a practical implementation plans, including opportunity for by the act but has been defined by tection, agricultural activity, and implementation, and anticipates approach for state and tribal part- public participation, will be con- EPA and the Army in regulations economic growth. developing a new rule that ners. veyed in a forthcoming action. To since the 1970s and jointly imple- As described in an EPA decla- defines WOTUS and is informed • Reflecting the experience of learn more about the definition of mented in the agencies’ respective ration requesting remand of the by a robust engagement process and input received from landown- waters of the United States, visit programmatic activities. 2020 Navigable Waters Protection as well as the experience of ers, the agricultural community https://www.epa.gov/wotus. The 2020 Navigable Waters Rule, a broad array of stake- implementing the pre-2015 rule, that fuels and feeds the world, The Clean Water Act prohibits Protection Rule was identified holders—including states, tribes, the Obama-era Clean Water Rule, states, tribes, local governments, the discharge of pollutants from a in President Biden’s Executive local governments, scientists and and the Trump-era Navigable community organizations, envi- point source to navigable waters Order 13990, which directs agen- non-governmental organizations Waters Protection Rule. ronmental groups and disadvan- unless otherwise authorized under cies to review all existing regu- — are seeing destructive impacts The agencies’ new regulatory taged communities with environ- the act. Navigable waters are lations adopted between Jan. 20, to critical water bodies under the effort will be guided by the fol- mental justice concerns. defined in the act as “the waters 2017 and Jan. 20, 2021. 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You are not broke his ankle when he jumped ADHD and gaslighting excessively jealous of our son. He if they question your sanity, peo- responsible for the abusive behav- down from the back of his truck I live with ADHD or Attention treated him poorly and at times, ple will not believe you when you ior. and rolled his foot. The nurse Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, put him in harm’s way. He did it tell them the gaslighter is abusive. For me, my healing takes place came in and examined his ankle. which is a neurodevelopmental to spite me, to scare me and to I didn’t know that his family when I travel to distant places and She explained that the break disorder that causes the person show me that in his household, called me “crazy,” but in retro- see beautiful things. I call it food likely occurred when the other to have trouble paying attention he was in control. He even admit- spect, it was crazy to love a man for the soul. I find peace in my man in the altercation kicked to detail and controlling impul- ted when our son was just six who could in one breath make visits to the redwoods in northern him. Tears rushing to my eyes, sive behaviors like shopping. A months old that he was starting to me feel like no else mattered and California. The trees have lived the nurse looked at me and said, person with ADHD often forgets hate him because I loved him so in the next like I wasn’t worth a for more than a thousand years. “Don’t worry, he’s going to be or loses things. They have a hard much. He said it was unfair that dime. (Read more about project- My ancestors — who were once fine.” time resisting temptation and tend his own mother didn’t love him ing and cheating, love bombing free to roam the continent — My tears were not for his to take unnecessary risks. I’ve like I loved our son. At the time, I and devaluing in the full story at saw these very same trees. I feel well-being and he knew it. They learned these traits are exploit- was busy being a mom and didn’t strongheartshelpline.org) whole when standing among the were for the instant betrayal I felt able. see it as a manipulation meant to Food for the soul and recov- redwoods of Stout Grove. when I realized he had lied to According to Dr. Stephanie garner my attention. ery Find food for your soul. Prac- me. Little did I know the extent Sarkis, people suffering this dis- They called me crazy Over time, a victim of gas- tice listening to your thoughts, to which his lies would permeate order are especially vulnerable Gaslighters are masters at lighting may start to believe that feelings. Learn to trust your every aspect of our lives. to a person with a narcissistic manipulation and finding the peo- they cannot trust themselves, or instincts again. What is gaslighting? personality — one who tends to ple they know will stand by them that they have a mental health Read more to this story at A common technique of abus- be selfish with a sense of entitle- no matter what, such as a parent. disorder. They may have anxiety, https://strongheartshelpline.org/ ers, dictators, narcissists and cult ment. A narcissist has an inflated They turn people against you. depression, isolation, confusion stories/my-experience-with- leaders alike, “gaslighting” is an ego with a deep need for attention You may start to doubt who to and psychological trauma. The gaslighting. Advocates are avail- abuse tactic in which a person and admiration. Sarkis describes trust and that’s exactly what the long-term impact on someone’s able 24/7 to chat online or call/ gains power by making a victim the gaslighter as a constant liar gaslighter wants because isolating mental health and self-esteem is text 1-844-7NATIVE. Prevent colorectal cancer: Start your screenings at age 45 From ITCMI recommending colon cancer second leading cause of cancer, toms and it can be detected with a 90 percent survival rate after Colon cancer can be pre- screening for people of average and cancer death among Native one of the many screening tools five years, unlike those who are ventable with early and regular risk ages 45-49. Under the pro- Americans. As briefed by the available from your provider diagnosed at later stages when screenings, and on May 18 the visions of the Affordable Care Indian Health Service, a study or tribal health center. These the cancer has spread beyond the age recommendations for colon Act, insurance companies to of colon cancer rates indicated screening tools include at-home colon or rectum. Those who are cancer screening were lowered include the Indian Health Ser- that over a 12-year period the tests and office tests (FIT/FOBT/ diagnosed late stage have a 12 from age 50 to 45. This change vice are required to fully cover overall incidence of colon cancer Cologuard) or scheduled proce- percent survival rate after five provides the opportunity for any screening or early detection decreased by 12 percent for the dures with a pre-procedure bowl years. This information makes it adults with no family history of services for individuals in this general population and during preparation such as a colonosco- more important that you reach out colon cancer to be screened at age age group age 45-49, those aged this same period the incidence py or flexible sigmoidoscopy can to your provider today and ask to 45, instead of waiting until they 50-75, and individuals under age rate among Native Americans detect cells or polyps in the colon be screened for colon cancer. are 50 years of age. 45 with a documented family his- increased by 38 percent. Native or rectum. Detecting the cells or Call your tribal health center As reported by the Prevent tory or who are at increased risk Americans are at increased risk colon polyps in the precancerous or care provider and ask which Cancer Foundation on May 18, for a colon cancer diagnosis. for colon cancer, however, with stage can prevent a future cancer screening method is best for you. the U.S. Preventive Services Why are these changes import- early screening colon cancer can diagnosis. Finding cancer cells If you are looking for a tribal Task Force (USPSTF) finalized ant, and why should you share be prevented. or polyps in the localized stage health center in Michigan, you their new recommendations for this information with your friends In the early stages, colon when it hasn’t spread beyond the can locate them at www.itcmi. colorectal cancer screening, and relatives? Colon cancer is the cancer generally has no symp- colon or rectum has resulted in org/healthcenters. Collaboration provides veteran-centric counter-overdose resources LANSING, Mich. – In resources that may assist veterans are to services (federal, veteran population is affected has unfortunately exacerbated honor of Military Appreciation veterans during their current state and local), the lower their by opioid overdoses and often the opioid epidemic and Month, two State of Michigan situation. risk for self-harm including lack the support they need to having naloxone on hand can agencies are collaborating with The collaboration between suicide or opioid overdose. protect themselves and their make the difference between emergency medical services the Michigan Department of EMS providers can play loved ones. This partnership someone living or dying (EMS) providers to provide Health and Human Services a central role in removing gets naloxone and other veteran- from an overdose,” said Dr. veteran-centric resources in the (MDHHS) and the Michigan barriers to accessing naloxone centric resources directly into Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical EMS Leave Behind Naloxone Veterans Affairs Agency and increasing awareness the homes of those veterans who executive and chief deputy Program. (MVAA) furthers the state’s of available veteran-centric need it most.” for health at MDHHS. “This This program equips EMS efforts in the Governor’s resources by providing it MDHHS continues to work program will help prevent providers with naloxone, the Challenge to prevent suicide and directly to those present at the with partners across the state to fatal overdose by distributing lifesaving opioid overdose reduce opioid overdoses among scene of an overdose. encourage adoption of the EMS naloxone to people at highest reversal drug, to leave behind service members, veterans and “EMS providers are on the Leave Behind Program protocol risk as well as provide with the patient, family and their families. front lines every day witnessing which is available in Michigan important information to our friends or bystanders at the EMS providers are key the effects the opioid crisis has through funding from Vital state’s veterans.” scene of a non-fatal overdose. partners for reaching individuals on Michiganders, and veterans Strategies for EMS-provider For more information and With this new collaboration, at the highest risk of overdose and their families are not Narcan through an online resources, visit Michigan.gov/ these kits will also include and it has been well established immune,” said MVAA Director naloxone portal. Opioids and Michigan Veterans information on veteran-centric that the more connected Zaneta Adams. “We know our “The COVID-19 pandemic Affairs Agency. June is LGBTQ2+ Pride Awareness Month, help stop the violence Sexual violence affects every 61 percent of bisexual women nine percent of straight women. their lifetimes. people. demographic and every communi- experience rape, physical vio- In the LGBTQ2+ community, For the LGBTQ2+ survivors • It can be hard to self-identify ty, but the LGBTQ2+ community lence or stalking by an intimate transgender people and bisexual of sexual assault, their identities as a survivor. face higher rates of poverty, stig- partner, compared to 35 percent women face the most alarming – and the discrimination they • Telling someone might be ma and marginalization, which of straight women. rates of sexual violence. Among face surrounding those identities harder if you are not out yet. put them at greater risk for sexual • 26 Percent of gay men and both of these populations, sex- – often make them hesitant to • You may not find support in assault. LGBTQ2+ also face 37 percent of bisexual men expe- ual violence begins early, often seek help from police, hospitals, some faith communities. higher rates of hate-motivated rience rape, physical violence during childhood. The 2015 U.S. shelters or rape crisis centers, the Ways you can support violence, which can often take the or stalking by an intimate part- Transgender Survey found 47 very resources that are supposed LGBTQ2+ survivors – The reac- form of sexual assault. According ner, compared to 35 percent of percent of transgender people are to help them. tion of the first person a survivor to the Centers for Disease Control straight men. sexually assaulted at some point Some common reactions to discloses to can affect if they and Prevention (CDC), lesbian, • 46 Percent of bisexual in their lifetimes. Among people experiencing sexual violence as choose to tell others or seek addi- gay and bisexual people experi- women have been raped, com- of color, American Indians (65 LGBTQ2+: tional resources. ence sexual violence at similar or pared to 17 percent of straight percent), Multiracial (59 percent) • Wanting to be believed. If you are the victim of a sex- higher rates than straight people. women and 13 percent of lesbians Middle Eastern (58 percent) and • Wondering if it is your fault. ual assault, contact the Advocacy The CDC conducted a survey and • 22 Percent of bisexual Black (53 percent) respondents • Feeling alone. Resource Center at (906) 632- found for LGB people: women have been raped by an of the survey were most likely to • You may face disbelief that 1808 to see what services are • 44 Percent of lesbians and intimate partner, compared to have been sexually assaulted in sexual violence affects LGBTQ2+ available to help you. June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 13 David and Stephanie Giles celebrate 50th

David and Stephanie Giles, above, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a surprise drive-by afternoon reception. The party was hosted by the four children of the couple, Steve of Grand Rapids, Greg of Grand Rapids, Celeste of Detroit and Susan of Sault Ste. Marie. Jasmine, their oldest granddaughter, helped 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild serve refreshments curbside, while David and Stephanie greeted each guest. The couple married at Kelly Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas, on April 6, 1971, and, in 1986, moved to Sault Ste. Marie where David took a job with All Phase Electric. He then began his career with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians as a purchasing agent and Stephanie taught children at Washington School. The Sault has been their home and has been a perfect place to raise a family and celebrate with a surprise drive-by anniversary party.

David and Stephanie Giles at their wedding in 1971. How to purchase a Sault Tribe flag Interested in purchasing a Sault Tribe flag? Shop for tribal flags at the bottom page of this link: https://saulttribe.com/enterprises/ michigan-indian-press You can order flags by emailing [email protected] or by calling 906‑635‑4800. Or, you can mail or visit: Northern Hospitali- ty, 827 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Page 14 • June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung COMMUNITY Win Awenen Nisitotung • June 16, 2021 • Page 15 Bay Mills and Sault Tribe unveil MMIP Tribal Community Response Plans During the unveiling, a shawl ceremony was conducted by Today, we acknowledge that system and community responses longer promoting gender stereotypes. the past. Our elders — the legacy of our future generations. Anishinaabekwe among the agencies, narrated by ARC Director to end violence must include our men. Today, we remember our Yellow Shawl We remember our elders who never realized how strong they Jami Moran. As they were called on, each woman placed her men. Today, we collectively commit to protect our men from Today, we remember our elders… were until they chose to forgive those who caused them harm shawl on an empty chair. harm. Today, we commit to ensuring equality in our responses From the Northern Direction, the direction that represents and were never sorry. Today, we remember our elders. Today, Moran said, “It is through each of these shawls presented to violence committed against all genders. And, commit to no positivity — we remember our elders, the wisdom keepers of we collectively commit to protect our elders in honor of all that before you today that we collectively acknowledge those who they have sacrificed for the sake of our people and for the sake have – and those who continue – to be negatively impacted by of our next seven generations. violence.” Purple Shawl Light Blue Shawl Today, we remember our LGBTQ/two-spirited… Today, we remember our children… Today, we remember our LGBTQ/two-spirited as the gift- From the Eastern Direction, the direction that represents all ed keepers of both the male and female spirits. We remember that is new, we remember our children. Our children who have they are often times abandoned and ignored. We remember our suffered from abuse and neglect and are exposed to violence LGBTQ/two-spirited who encounter violence, for nothing more within their homes, online, in their schools and in their com- than for who they love. Today, we remember and collectively munities. Our children, they are now not only threatened with commit to protect our LGBTQ/two-spirited. Today, we commit face-to-face violence, but captured online and through technol- to stand beside them, in unity and unconditional acceptance. ogy. They are manipulated, kidnapped and sex trafficked. Our The last chair is empty. children. The innocent ones. Gifts from the Creator. Today, we And lastly, today, we remember this empty chair… remember our children. Today, we collectively commit to pro- Today, we remember the MISSING and MURDERED. We tect our children from harm, as they are our future. remember those who have passed from this earth too soon. We Red Shawl remember those who remain unfound and pray for their safe Today, we remember our women… return. We remember those who were sent to the Indian residen- From the Southern Direction, the direction that represents tial schools and never returned. And, remember those who did understanding, we remember the women survivors. Survivors of return, but were never the same. the physical violence that may be seen. Survivors of power and Today, we commit to stand together and collectively demand control that most times are invisible. Women – the backbones that no more communities experience the loss of their people. of our families – the givers of life. We honor those women Each and every one of us present here in this room today From left to right, DOJ MMIP Michigan coordinator Joel Postma, Sault Tribe CFO Robert Schulte, Kewadin survivors that have made the difficult decision to raise their is a single thread — a single thread that forms our community Casinos CEO Allen Kerridge and Sault Tribe Executive Director Christine McPherson. voices and share their stories. We offer respect and support to shawls, a single thread that holds the POWER TO MAKE A those who have chosen not to. Today, we remember our women. DIFFERENCE. Today, we collectively commit to protect our women from Until our community is free from ALL violence, THIS chair harm. We commit to believing survivors and we commit to end- will remain empty and we must continue to weave our collec- ing victim blaming. tive threads of support every second of every minute of every Blue Shawl day. Today, we remember our men… Help one another. Believe survivors. Be the change. From the Western Direction, the direction that represents In closing, miigwech! Thank you for joining us today. change — we remember that our men are also victims of vio- Aho. lence. Warriors, providers, protectors. Strong and resilient. A woman places a symbolic shawl on a chair during a memorial ceremony for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People. Photos by Jennifer Dale-Burton

Bay Mills Law Enforcement representatives.

Sault Tribe Anishinaabek Community and Family Services representatives. More than 80 representatives of tribal, federal, state and local agencies attended the introduction of Bay Mills’ and Sault Tribe’s plans.

Little Traverse Bay Band Chair Regina Gasco-Bentley and Sonia Killips. Tribal elder Jeannette White (left) prays before Bay Mills candlelight vigil. Community members remember their missing and murdered loved ones by saying their names. BMIC President Whitney Gravelle emceed the MMIP Tribal Community Response Plans rollout. Page 16 Community June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Witkowski one of 1,000 Health center’s March young women in inaugural Employee of the Month class of female Eagle Scouts Meet Jessica Witkowski: A in assisted living facilities. This 15-year-old Hartland High School surplus of face masks emphasizes junior with ambitions to make the the true success of her project world a better place. in protecting our senior citizens, As a Sault Ste. Marie Tribe which was no small task during a of Chippewa Indians member, global pandemic. co-president of HHS Green Club, Despite her achievements, varsity figure skater, honors Jessica maintains a humble per- student, Class Council represen- spective. She wants to thank tative, Link Crew leader, NHS everyone in her community who member and faithful volunteer, helped with her journey, several Jessica was drawn to Boy Scouts of whom were complete strang- of America in 2019 when they ers, even teenagers who had no first allowed girls to join. Her experience sewing. In line with journey in scouting through her Native American heritage, Troop 2191 (New Hudson, Mich.) Jessica looks forward to a future brought her to success in several Jessica Witkowski in wildlife biology or parks and ways, learning life skills, sharing masks were donated to Hartland recreation, where she will con- her love of the outdoors with her tinue to grow her love for nature Senior Center where they would Congratulations go out to Brandi MacArthur, Sault Tribe Health troop, service opportunities, and and leave a positive impact on the be distributed to elderly commu- Division’s project specialist, on her recognition as the March Employee perhaps most notably, becoming world. nity members who did not live of the Month. one of the first female Eagle Scouts, earning the BSA’s high- est rank. Her induction into the inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts set her not only in the top five percent of scouts (the other Cars! SUVs! Trucks! 95 percent do not reach Eagle rank). As of October 2020, Jessica officially became an Eagle Scout. This hard-earned accomplishment came after completing 25 merit badges and serving as her troop’s patrol leader, Outdoor ethics guide, assistant senior patrol lead- er and senior patrol leader while she progressed through scouting. Her practice leading the troop helped her learn how to be a suc- Get Them cessful leader when Jessica began her Eagle project in the spring of 2020. Originally, she planned to ALL at GITCHI AUTO build a dog park in her home- town, where she previously built three bluebird houses for Settlers Park in 2019. But, the day she 4 TRADE INS WELCOME! planned to meet with a town- ship representative, Michigan entered a state of emergency and 4 GENERAL PUBLIC WELCOME! lockdown. This put her dog park plans on hold for the safety, but inspired another idea: helping the 4 TAX EXEMPTION SPECIALISTS! community’s most COVID-vul- nerable population. Jessica’s scoutmaster, Tami Curtis, sug- gested sewing face masks instead Bank2 of building the dog park. 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Her pri- mary beneficiaries, West Hickory Haven and Village Manor Retire- ment, graciously accepted 500 of those masks, which met the goal of her project. The other 100 June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 17 Walking on... ELEANOR S. BRABO Karen is survived by her RYAN L. CURRIE Cade, Rachel Horne, Rebekah DORIS M. MCKERCHIE Eleanor S. Brabo, beloved mother, Eleanor Brabo; daughter, Ryan Leonard Currie, 49 Horne, Roshanda Horne, Mary Doris M. McKerchie, 70, left mother, grandmother, Tanya Lalko; son, Adam Brabo; years old Horne and Sara Horne; uncles, her earthly great-grandmother and friend, step children, Jeannie (Steve) of Hessel, Christopher Fish, Jeremiah home on age 95, of Stout, Jimmy Harrison, Johnny Mich., Horne, John Horne and Josh May 18, Oxford, (Tracy) Harrison and Renee passed away Horne; grandparents, Joe and Pat 2021, sur- Mich., (Mark) Britton; several grandchil- peacefully Horne. rounded by passed dren and great-grandchildren; her on Memorial They are predeceased by her family away significant other, Gerald Fisher; Day morn- their grandmother, Melody Fish; at War peacefully twin sister, Sharon Brabo; sisters, ing. He got grandfather, Randy Lee; uncles, Memorial at home Christal (Doug) Hatch and Linda sick and has Jerry Horne and Larry Cade; and Hospital. on May 2, Wood; brother Steve Brabo; and been in and sister, Morgan Horne. She was 2021, sur- several nieces and nephews. out of hospitals. He was brave Visitation was from May born on rounded by She was preceded in death by about his illness and did not want 20, 2021, at the Sault Tribe Jan. 12, 1951, in Sault Ste. Marie, family. She was born on Feb. 1, her father, Raymond Brabo; step to worry the family, especially his Ceremonial Building and until Mich., to the late Lawrence L. 1926, in Detroit, Mich. son, Bobby Brabo; sister, Pauline mother. traditional services conducted on and Henrietta McKerchie. Eleanor is survived by her Clark; and brother, Alan Brabo. He went to Cedarville and May 22, 2021, at the Ceremonial Doris enjoyed her job as a children, Linda Wood, Sharon A memorial service will take Pickford schools. Later joined Building. Final resting place is bartender on and off during her Brabo, Christal (Douglas) Hatch place at a later date. the DNR corps in Vanderbilt for Mission Hill Cemetery in Bay working career. She also worked and Steven Brabo; her grandchil- two years. He had various jobs Mills, Mich. many years with Bay Mills at dren, Jennifer (Robert) Baker, DONETTA CARNEY in the area, casino, construction Clark Hovie Galer Funeral Kings Club Casino, Kewadin Shayne (Danielle) Wood, Brandy Donetta “Ducks” Carney, and factory jobs in Texas, Florida, Home assisted the family with in St. Ignace and the U.S. Park Brachthuizer, Heather Mattoon, 85 years Wisconsin and Minnesota. arrangements. Online condolenc- Service. She was a member of Robin Clark, Tanya Lalko, Ryan old, of Ryan loved to travel in his es may be left at www. the American Legion and VFW. Brabo, Adam Brabo, Kyle Byers Cheboygan younger years. He made a lot of rgalerfuneralhome.com. Doris was a very sociable person and Michael Brabo; and 16 passed friends wherever he went and with many friends. Doris is sur- great-grandchildren. away at always had a smile for everyone. RICKY L. STEINHAUS vived by her sons, Lawrence E. Eleanor is preceded in death her home He liked riding his bike, walking Ricky L. Steinhaus, age 67, (Michelle) McKerchie of Sault by her loving husband, Raymond on June 6, for exercise, camping, watching of Sault Ste. Marie, passed away Ste. Marie and Shane McKerchie Brabo; son, Alan Brabo; her 2021. She westerns on T.V. Most of all he on May 9, of Casper, Wyo.; siblings, Burton daughters, Pauline Clark and was born in liked spending time with family 2021, at (Deb) McKerchie of Weed, Calif., Karen Brabo; and her brother, Cheboygan and friends; his fur buddy, Rocky, his home. Katherine Jewell of Sault Ste. Ralph Trosper. on Sept 16, 1935, the daughter of the family pet. Ricky was Marie, Lawrence H. (Ursula) Eleanor was an extremely Ernest and Bernadette (Duffiney) He leaves behind his mother, born on McKerchie of Brimley, Mich.; kind and gentle soul, who loved Harrington. She married Howard Stella Currie of Hessel; brothers, Oct. 13, uncle, Justin Roy of Mesa, Ariz.; to give gifts to everyone that Carney at St. Mary’s Church on Michael and Dustin of Hessel; 1953, in aunt, Evelyn Roy of M’chigeeng, stopped by for a visit. She was a Feb 27, 1954. a sister, Lori (Tim Huffman) of Sault Ste. Canada; five grandchildren; and loving, caring, supportive mother Donetta was a high school Stiles, Wis.;, his aunt, Dorothy of Marie, many nieces and nephews. and grandmother. Eleanor had a graduate in Cheboygan and was Hessel; a son, Ryan Jr.; nephews, Mich., Doris was preceded in death great sense of humor, was a com- a member of the Sault St. Marie Dillon Currie (Shawnee Mills), the son of Dellas and Alvina by her parents; brothers, Carl A. passionate caretaker and the best Tribe of Chippewa Indians. She Keith Bouschor (Jacqueline (Lumsden) Steinhaus. He married McKerchie and John Roy; sister- person to turn to for advice and was employed at Circuit Control, Davis), Michael Currie Jr., Tyler Mary Green on May 9, 2012. in-law, Joann Brown; and broth- comfort during difficult times. Fox Valley and Cotes Engineering Currie, Chandler Currie, Emmett Rick graduated from Sault er-in-law Scott J. Jewell. She adored cats and often teased in Cheboygan as well as High Currie, Chance Currie, Charlie Area High School in 1971 and Mass was celebrated on May about being the crazy cat lady. Que Engineering in Pellston. She Currie, Kewadin Pierre, Migizi served in the United States Air 29 at the Holy Name of Mary She was an avid reader, loved later retired as mailroom manager Currie, Ogima Currie, Mason Force during the Vietnam War. Catholic Church with Father murder mysteries, especially after more than 30 years at the Currie and Leon Pierre; nieces, He earned a bachelor’s degree Nicholas Thompson officiating James Patterson’s books. She Cheboygan Daily Tribune. Serena Currie, Sienna Huffman, in business from Lake Superior with burial in Hillcrest Cemetery, enjoyed sudoku, crossword and Donetta had a passion for Sophie Huffman, Alize Pierre, State University and a mas- Raco, Mich., following. jigsaw puzzles. crocheting and made beautiful Azheni Currie and Elizabeth ter’s from Central Michigan The family requests, in lieu of Eleanor was a proud member doilies and afghans. She enjoyed Currie. University. He worked for many flowers, to do something simple of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of gardening and was a huge fan of Predeceased by his father years for the Sault Tribe of by making a donation to your Chippewa Indians. Due to the NASCAR. She also enjoyed play- LeRoy Laclon Currie; brother, Chippewa Indians in the casino favorite charity, greet and smile pandemic, services will be pri- ing Scrabble and Yahtzee with Charles LeRoy Currie; grand- Accounting Department before at a stranger, call a friend and vate. Interment will take place at her family as well as going to the parents, Roy and Rose Currie, retiring in 2015. hear their voice, visit a friend and Ridgelawn Cemetery in Oxford. casino. Ignatius and Louise Aibens; He was a member of the spend time with them, or say a She will forever be in our hearts. Survivors include her several aunts and uncles; friends, American Legion, and enjoyed prayer! children, Wendy (Dennis) Julia Hinton, Kenny Mongene; fishing, gardening, gaming, and Clark Hovie Galer Funeral KAREN S. BRABO Sullivan of Green Valley, Ariz., best friends, Steve Hammonds barbecuing and bonfires with Home assisted the family with Karen Sue Brabo, age 64, of Bernadette Brown (Dennis and Willard Bumstead prede- friends and family. Rick is sur- arrangements. Online condolenc- Clifford, Mich., passed away on Miskiewicz) of St. Helen, Mich., ceased him days apart. vived by his wife, Mary; stepchil- es may be left at www. April 12, Christopher Carney, Ronald A memorial service will be on dren, Carla Feinauer and Weston rgalerfuneralhome.com. 2021, at Carney of Cheboygan, Carla June 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Cooper, both of Sault Ste. Marie, home with (Bruce) Kresslien of Riverview, Hessel Tribal Center on 3 Mile and Teresa Maviglia, of Austin, her family. Mich., Amy (Mark) Jarosz of Rd. Texas, as well as four grandchil- In memory of She was Dimondale, Mich., Joseph Carney Condolences can be sent to the dren and six great-grandchildren. Christine McDonald born on of Cheboygan and Jennifer Jenne family at 5912 E. Simmons Rd, He is also survived by his Sept. 6, (Jimi Taber) of Pleasant Valley, Hessel, MI 49745. siblings, Donna (Andy) Munsell, 1956, in N.Y.; 12 grandchildren; nine Ryan’s ashes will be laid to Janice (Dan Cooligan) Lewton Bad Axe, great-grandchildren; as well as rest at Rockview Cemetery at a and Dallas (Nancy) Steinhaus; Mich., to her brother, Manuel “Butch” later date. nieces and nephews, Andrew Raymond and Eleanor (Trosper) Harrington of Cheboygan. Cooper, Lana Forrest, Carly Brabo. She was preceded in death by AALILYANNA A.L. HORNE & Lewis, Pamela Claussen, Randy Karen was a massage therapist her husband; her son, Mitchell ADELINA M.L. HORNE (Beth) Steinhaus, Jason Steinhaus and physical therapist assistant. Carney; great-grandson, William Aalilyanna Ann-Lee Horne and Darcy Steinhaus. She was a member of the Sault Hollopeter; as well as brothers, and Adelina Marie-Lee Horne, Rick was preceded in death Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Eugene “Rut” Harrington, Ernest twin sisters, were born sleeping by his parents and two brothers, It has been 26 years the Lord Indians, loved to collect rocks, “John” Harrington, Robert “Bud” on May 10, 2021, at Sparrow Terry and Randy Steinhaus. called you home this July. I may hunt, fish, and take nature walks, Harrington and Gerald “Jig” Hospital in Lansing, Mich. They Visitation took place on May have been adopted to another hunt morel mushrooms, she Harrington; and sisters, Ellarie were born to parents Brandi M. 19, 2021, at the Sault Tribe family at birth, but I realize what had a green thumb and enjoyed Rose “Dolly” Caribo, Gloria Lee and Joe Horne, Jr. Ceremonial Building in Sault Ste. a privilege it was to have had an spending time with her grandson, “Jean” Vanparis, and Linda “Sue” They are survived by their Marie followed by a celebration open adoption so we would know Evander. She will be remembered Parris. parents; brothers, Joe Horne III, of his life and a luncheon. each other and be a part of each most for her loving heart, kind- Visitation and a memorial ser- Jamal Horne, Monte Horne and Clark Hovie Galer Funeral other’s lives. I cherish the years ness and compassionate nature. vice took place on June 12, 2021 Anthony Horne; sisters, Marie Home assisted the family with and memories we shared together. She spoke with honesty and good at Nordman-Christian Funeral Horne, Ni’ya Horne, Nadia arrangements. Online condolenc- I miss you all the time, Mom, and humor. She extended help to any- Home. A luncheon followed at Horne, Ciara Horne and Aaliyah es may be left at www.rgalerfu- sure wish you were still here. one in need, and felt deep empa- the Great Lakes Grill. Horne; aunts, Rachel Lee, Nicole neralhome.com. Love, thy toward others. Fish, Jamie Fish, Rochelle Your son, John Page 18 Business June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Sault Tribe Thrive Business Directory Thank you to all the Sault Tribe member-owned businesses who have reached out and contacted us so far. Another month of continued GROWTH! If your business is not listed, please contact us so we can get you or your business set up with our office and into the directory going forward. We will update the list as needed and republishing every month to ensure new members and changes are seen consistently. The Sault Tribe Thrive office is here to help any and all Sault Tribe member-owned businesses. If you have not already please check out our new website and social media sites at https://saulttribethrive.com and https://www.facebook.com/saulttribethrive. Sault Tribe Thrive Office: [email protected], (906) 635-6050, ext. 26121. A Little Golden Studio (906) 635-4785 CompHoppers Williamston, MI 48895 https://www.lakesuperiorpendants. Kaitlin Lenhard [email protected] Vickie Griggs (517) 243-2877 com/ Lansing, MI 48826 Recreation center. Livingston, TX 77399 [email protected] Handcrafted Lake Superior agate, (616) 902-0191 (337) 739-3664 Business IT maintenance and man- stone and fossil pendants. [email protected] Blondeau Construction [email protected] agement. Photography/video and handmade Matthew Blondeau Travel agency bookings and train- Gitchi Enterprises gifts. Marquette, MI 49855 ing. Dress Up and Tuxedo Mike Brown (906) 362-6288 Jody Bugay Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Allegra [email protected] Contain-A-Pet of EUP LLC Escanaba, MI 49829 (906) 203-4491 Roger Leask Residential construction company. Melinda Menard (906) 789-9796 [email protected] Traverse City, MI 49686 Dafter, MI 49724 [email protected] Used car/mobile home dealer. (231) 632-4448 Blondeau Properties (906) 290-0478 Clothing outlet. [email protected] Matthew Blondeau [email protected] Greene Environmental Services Marketing print mail. Electronic pet fencing and dog Eagle HVAC Services LLC Marquette, MI 49855 Mike Greene training. Bryan Goudreau (906) 362-6288 Livonia, MI 48154 American Dream Builders Garden, MI 49835 [email protected] (734) 272-8434 Gary Vallier Cottage UP (906) 450-0408 mgreene@greeneenvironmentalser- Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Home rentals, storage units and an Thomas Clark [email protected] Air BnB. vices.com (269) 365-1969 St. Ignace, MI 49781 Residential/commercial heating/ Asbestos abatement services. [email protected] (906) 298-2298 cooling service and installation. Bloom Co. Construction. [email protected] Hakola Logging Maddie Lockhart Eagle’s Dream Vintage home decor retail store. Tate Hakola Anchor Systems LLC Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Rachel Mandelstamm Rudyard, MI 49780 Fredrick Carr (906) 205-0275 Creative Change Greensboro, NC 47406 (906) 440-0842 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] Alan Barr (989) 385-2129 Cuts, splits, delivers firewood. (202) 306-1365 Online floral designing for every Manistique, MI 49854 [email protected] [email protected] day, events and weddings. (906) 286-1922 https://www.facebook.com/eagles- Computer security service. [email protected] dream2 Hakola Porta John & Rental Bonacci Contracting Communication/job performance Authentic native handmade dream Tony Hakola AndersonMedia906 Carmine Bonacci services. catchers, quilting, crochet and knit- Cedarville, MI 49719 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Noah Anderson ted items. (906) 484-6202 (906) 632-1425 Grand Rapids, MI 49501 Creative Memories [email protected] [email protected] (906) 440-2238 Janet Hess Everson’s Furnishings Rental of porta johns and tents. Construction. https://www.noahandersonmedia. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Jimmy Everson St. Ignace, MI 49781 Hand Trucking com/ Burnside Creations (906) 630-3878 A Michigan based content creator. [email protected] (906) 643-7751 Andrew Garvin Lisa Burnside [email protected] Mount Pleasant, TX 75455 Hessel, MI 49745 https://www.creativememories. Arbor Insight com/user/JanetHess Residential and commercial furni- (469) 403-5930 (906) 430-7323 ture. Scott Lavictor Scrapbook supplies - albums, [email protected] [email protected] Ann Arbor, MI 48104 decorative paper, embellishments, We provide vacuum truck services Handmade crafts. Farmhouse Restaurant (734) 992-7267 tools, etc. to oil companies. Patty Basse https://www.arborinsight.com C.H. Marine Services Gould City, MI 49838 Herbal Lodge Conversation management Chris Hank Credence HR (906) 286-9763 software. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Michael DiAngelo Nathan Wright [email protected] Petoskey, MI 49770 (906) 203-6396 Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A5A8 Restaurant. Barbeaux Fisheries [email protected] (705) 542-7208 (231) 622-9063 [email protected] Paul Barbeaux Boat repair services. [email protected] Feathers Upholstery LLC Herbal medicines and treatments. De Tour Village, MI 49725 Management consulting. Emily McGeary (906) 297-5969 Carrow Super Market Escanaba, MI 49829 [email protected] Edward Carrow Crooked Music (906) 446-3406 Hilltop Bar/Restaurant Fishing. Farwell, MI 48622 Zac Crook [email protected] Brandon/Tracy McKerchie (989) 588-2965 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Sewing repair shop residential and Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Bay Area Demo Pros [email protected] (906) 259-7400 commercial. (906) 259-2621 Kristopher Wood Super market. [email protected] [email protected] Interlochen, MI 49683 Music lessons and instrument sales. Floor Masters Restaurant. (231) 709-5895 Caster Construction Art Derry [email protected] Ed Caster D & S Custom Upholstery Dafter, MI 49724 Horn’s Odds and Ends https://northernmichigandemolition. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Dwayne Lehn (906) 322-0252 Irene Horn com/northern-michigan-demolition (906) 635-3550 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] St. Ignace, MI 49781 Demolitions and debris removal. [email protected] (906) 748-1047 Flooring and carpet. (906) 984-2189 [email protected] Construction. [email protected] Custom upholstery. Bay Pharmacy Franks Place Antique, vintage and thrift store. Douglas Goudreau Castle of Wood Dawn Bumstead Dance of the Sun Day Spa St. Ignace, MI 49781 Nick and Matt DePlonty Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Dawn Cremeans Huck’s Pub (906) 643-7725 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 440-4457 Marquette, MI 49855 Tate Hakola [email protected] (906) 748-0739 [email protected] Rudyard, MI 49780 Pharmaceuticals and prescriptions. [email protected] (906) 249-9084 Restaurant. [email protected] (906) 442-1042 https://www.facebook.com/ Pub/restaurant. Belonga Plumbing and Heating castleofwood www.danceofthesun.com General Contractor The holistic approach to personal Steven Paquin, Custom woodwork and various Fred Sliger Innes Welding and Repair care and wellness. Trout Creek, MI 49967 St. Ignace, MI, 49781 crafts. Mike Innes (906) 852-3232 (906) 643-9595 Brimley, MI 49715 Cedar’s Motel DeMawating Development [email protected] [email protected] (906) 440-5634 Residential and commercial plumb- Tim or Kathy Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 General contractor. [email protected] ing. St. Ignace, MI 49781 (906) 495-2800 Boat props and small metal work- (906) 643-9578 [email protected] Geo Shelter ing projects. Benoit’s Glass and Lock [email protected] Property management company. Michael DiAngelo Rick Benoit Motel. Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A5A8 Escanaba, MI 49829 Derusha Construction (705) 542-7208 Irwin Group LLC (906) 786-5281 Clear From Here David Derusha [email protected] Mitch Irwin [email protected] Jennifer Jesperson Ashland, WI 54806 Steel homes and buildings. Lansing, MI 48826 Glass repair shop and locksmith. North Hollywood, CA 91601 (715) 730-0734 Gitche Gumee Handcrafted Jewelry (517) 896 6875 (818) 415-9025 [email protected] Gina Harmon [email protected] Big Bear Arena [email protected] Construction. Newberry, MI 49868 Business development, invest- Tammy Graham Music clearance and consulting for Dream Catchers Consulting LLC (906) 293-3625 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 film/television. Bill Pemble [email protected] See “Directory,” page 19 June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Business Page 19 From “Directory,” page 18 Fish market. Moore Trosper (906) 635-4800 Rock Road Masonry & -ment and consulting. Ted Moore [email protected] Construction Inc. Mark and Sons Plumbing and Holt, MI 48842 Flooring service and furniture Brandon Deno ISHPI Heating (517) 694-6310 sales. Escanaba, MI 49829 Earl Bowers Lewis Mullins [email protected] (906) 789-7892 Suffolk, VA 23435 St. Ignace, MI 49781 Construction. Northern Wings [email protected] (757) 809-2302 (906) 643-9597 David Goudreau Residential and commercial work, [email protected] [email protected] Mountainside Apartments Newberry, MI 49868 ICF foundation work and exterior Cyber protection service compa- Plumbing/heating/HVAC. Marrijo Beckman (906) 477-6176 concrete applications. ny. Boyne Falls, MI 49713 [email protected] Massey Fish Co. (231) 330-1992 https://northernwings.com Ron’s Birchbark Studio Iversons Outdoors Jamie Massey [email protected] Aerospace and national defense Ron Paquin Jim Baker St. Ignace, MI 49781 Rental apartments. manufacturer. St. Ignace MI 49781 Munising, MI 49862 (906) 452-6370 (906) 984-2148 (231) 420-3518 [email protected] [email protected] Mountainside Grille Ogitchidaa LLC [email protected] Handcrafted traditional snow- Fish market. Marrijo Beckman Ann Dailey Native American artist with shoes. Boyne Falls, MI 49713 Holt, MI 48842 in-store items, workgroups and Matson’s Fisheries (231) 330-1992 (906) 322-2716 demonstrations. IvyTek Inc. Katy Matson [email protected] [email protected] Sandy Griggs Munising, MI 49862 Restaurant. Military/law enforcement Roy Electric Jacksonville, FL 32245 (906) 202-0025 training. Jeff Roy (337) 212-0994 [email protected] Mullenbrock and Associates Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] Fish market. Craig Mullenbrock Ojibwe Hazardous Abatement (906) 632-8878 Loan management software ser- Piqua, OH 45356 Rob Arndt [email protected] vices. McGahey Construction (937) 773-8500 Escanaba, MI 49729 Electrical, mechanical and Randall McGahey [email protected] (906) 786-3001 maintenance business. JETA Corporation Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 A private wealth advisory [email protected] Linda Grow (906) 632-4272 practice. Asbestos removal and abatement. Ruddle’s Native Painting Neenah, WI 54956 [email protected] Carol Ruddle (888) 380-0805 Construction. Muscotts Painting Pedersons Lawn and Landscape Mackinac Island, MI 49781 [email protected] James Muscott LLC (906) 430-1728 Distribution. McCabes Flooring Petoskey, MI 49770 Heather Pederson [email protected] Bill McCabe (231) 342-7055 Garden, MI 49835 Painting contractor. Kings Fish Market Marquette, MI 49855 [email protected] (906) 644-2150 Sally Shultz (906) 228-8821 Painting, residential and [email protected] Sabatine Appraisals Naubinway, MI 49762 [email protected] commercial. Lawn and landscaping service. Stephanie Sabatine (906) 477-6311 Flooring. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] National Painting Contractors Pemble Concrete Coatings (906) 322-2960 Fish, gifts and sporting goods. Medical Arts Optical (MBE) LLC Charles Pemble [email protected] Melanie Cook James McClusky Marquette, MI 49855 Appraisals and rental properties. Kings Fish Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Kincheloe, MI 49788 (906) 361-6562 Robert King (906) 632-2289 (828) 929-1395 [email protected] Sacred Tattoo Studio Naubinway, MI 49762 (906) 477-6282 [email protected] nationalpaintingcontractors@ Epoxy floor coatings/polishes Danielle Pemble Wholesale. Glasses and hearing aids. gmail.com concrete in industrial, commercial Marquette, MI 49855 Commercial and residential and residential settings. (906) 273-0800 Lajoie Trucking Service and Mesick Market painting. [email protected] Freight Carl Brasseur Peninsula Shores Gallery Marty Lajoie Mesick, MI 49668 Native American Church of Turtle Eirnella O’Neil Salon C Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (231) 885-1030 Island Gould City, MI 49838 Cathy McClellan (906) 647-3209 [email protected] David Gaskin (906) 477-6303 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] Full line grocery store (Spartan Redding, CA 96001 Nature and wildlife photo art by (906) 635-3964 Trucking. Brand). (906)-256-0062 Jim O’Neil. [email protected] [email protected] Hair salon. Lockview MI Playground https://www.nacturtleisland.org/ Pennzoil Amy Goetz Andy/Nick Behling Helping to develop Indigenous Tracy Smart or Mickey Sault Printing Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49784 Jensen, MI 49428 communities. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ron Maleport (906) 632-2772 (616) 201-8731 (906) 635-3018 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] [email protected] Native Steel Welding & Fab [email protected] (906) 632-3369 Restaurant. Digital media production. Trystan Ferris Oil change/car wash. [email protected] Moran, MI 49760 Printing and office supplies. Long Ships Motel Mid-American Title (906) 430-7816 Premier Learning Scott Albon Amy Goetz [email protected] Colleen Ford Sawyer Village Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Here for your welding and repair Swartz Creek, MI 48473 Gwinn, MI 49841 (906)748-0589 (906) 379-9555 needs. (810) 732-6493 (906) 346-3919 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Motel. Title agency. Natures Cure Tutoring and tutor training. Rental apartments. Joel Halloran Ludington Outdoor Services MidJim Convenience Store Cedar Springs, MI 49319 Prescription Oxygen Seniors Helping Seniors LLC Caleb Bowman Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (616) 970-8016 Ron Gordon Chad Lawson Ludington, MI 49431 (906) 635-4782 [email protected] Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Jacksonville, FL 32258 (231) 690-1002 [email protected]. www.naturescurestore.com (906) 632-3772 (904) 716-5680 [email protected] Convenience store. Online store selling natural herbs. [email protected] [email protected] Landscaping and tree removal. Durable medical equipment. Non-medical personal services. MidJim Convenience Store NMK Consulting M&M Fishing St. Ignace, MI 49781 Charlee Brissette Proline Auto Snowbelt Brewing Co. Lynn Rickley (906) 643-9906 Dafter, MI 49724 Mike Pages Angielena Muellenberg St. Ignace, MI 49781 [email protected]. (906) 630-3082 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Gaylord, MI 49735 (906) 984-3209 Convenience store. [email protected] (906) 259-0809 (989) 448-7077 Fishing company. Consulting services for [email protected] [email protected] Mike’s Garage Indigenous health and wellness Vehicle repair shop. Brewery. Mackinaw Trail Winery Mike Cook education, individual or Laurie Stabile Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 organization. Red Sky Woman Designs Soo Welding Petoskey, MI 49970 (906) 635-5755 Helen Wilkins Charles Fabry (231) 487-1910 [email protected] Nontrivial Solutions LLC Kincheloe, MI 49789 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] Vehicle repair shop. James Bearden (906) 322-3370 (906) 632-8241 Winery. Oklahoma City, OK 73137 [email protected] [email protected] Moofinfries (405) 698-3702 Handmade crafts. Welding and metal working. Manley’s Famous Smoked Fish Laura Flatt [email protected] Don Wright Naubinway, MI 49762 Health care system software Regal Home Health LLC. Sore Arms Fishing Charters St. Ignace, MI 49781 (906) 630-6932 management. Breana Eby Aaron Hendrickson (906) 430 0937 [email protected] Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Gwinn, MI 49841 https://www.facebook.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ Northern Hospitality (620) 308-0277 (906) 360-6035 Manleysfishmarket/ moofinfries/ Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] See “Directory,” page 20 Page 20 Business June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung From “Directory,” page 19 Responsive web design, web The Ice Cream Shoppe [email protected] Shelly Kucharczyk [email protected] page/site builders. Jill or Jeff McLeod Hair Salon. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Fishing and market. Cedarville, MI 49719 906-440-2224 Surface Tech Applicators (906) 484-5525 Trim and Tan [email protected] St. Ignace in Bloom Nathan Cremeans [email protected] Kelly Hatinger https://www.facebook.com/ Alex or Samantha Belonga Rudyard, MI 49780 Ice cream and treats. Manistique, MI 49854 wholisticwellnesssolutions St. Ignace, MI 49781 (906) 203-9397 (906) 341-8746 We clear the negative energy, (906) 643-9480 Industrial paint applications. The Palace Saloon [email protected] allowing wellness. greenhouse@stignaceinbloom. Doreen Goetz Hair salon with tanning beds. com Synchronized Networking Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Wicked Walleye Tackle Flower and plant shop. Solutions (906) 632-7721 U.P. Auto Group Mendy Kolbus Robert Gonczy [email protected] Gerald Jackson Rapid River, MI 49878 State Farm Insurance Office Penrose, CO 81240 Restaurant. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 286-1886 Kristi Harwood (719) 371-2315 (906) 259-1559 [email protected] Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 [email protected] Thermal Kernels [email protected] Handmade lures for walleye (906) 635-5377 http://www.syncns.com/ Cathy Baker Used car sales / car detailing. fishing. kristi.harwood-causley.ke8b@ Provides networking expertise McMillian, MI 49853 statefarm.com for service providers, government (231) 675-1060 U.P. Carpet Mart LLC Willis Pest Control Insurance agency. agencies and enterprise [email protected] Derrick Eitrem Willard Willis businesses. Therapeutic hot and cold pads, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Sunset Motel wraps and more. (906) 635-1026 (906) 322 7445 Armand Horn T & K King Fisheries https://upcarpetmart.business.site/ Full pest control services. St. Ignace, MI 49781 Theron King Tickled Pink Antiques Residential and commercial (906) 643-8377 Moran, MI 49760 Carole Prisk flooring. Windy Hills Bison Farm [email protected] (906) 643-1068 Negaunee, MI 49866 Carl Brasseur Motel. [email protected] (906) 475-4567 Up Cycled Hippie Tustin, MI 49688 https://www.facebook.com/ [email protected] Jessica Shields (231) 342-4245 Superior Custom Blinds kingsfishmarketandrestaurant/ Antique shop. Escanaba, MI 49829 Brasseur@windyhillsbisonfarm. Jennifer Roy Wholesale and retail. (906) 553-8430 com Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Timberdoodle [email protected] Full bison farm and home to (906) 630-6939 The Bostique Janelle Gross Dudeck Handmade hippie/bohemian award winning animals. [email protected] Cindy King De Tour, MI 49725 clothing. Custom window blinds Manistique, MI 49854 (906) 297-1011 Y&R Complete Outdoor Services (906) 283-3245 Timberdoodle.mercantile@gmail. Walsh Service Solutions LLC. Yolanda Mellon-Beard Superior Satellite Solutions Bohemian shop. com Rich Walsh Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Gary Talarico Handmade crafts. Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (906) 203-7388 Germfask, MI 49836 The Brickyard Bar and Grill (269) 823-1051 [email protected] (906) 450-7675 Tate Hakola Tipping Point Solutions [email protected] Tree removal, landscaping and [email protected] Rudyard, MI 49780 Rick Schmidt Environmental consulting lawn care. UP satellite TV and Internet (906) 442-1099 Centennial, CO 80112 services. installation and service. Restaurant and bar. (303) 353-0440 Zodiac Party Store, Taste of the [email protected] White Pine Lodge U.P. Superior Web The Buckley General Store Digital media production. Christmas, MI 49862 Keith Massaway Gina Harmon Carl Brasseur (906) 387-1111 St. Ignace, MI 49781 Newberry, MI 49868 Buckley, MI 49620 Total Outlook whitepinelodgeonline.com (906) 643-8643 (906) 293-3625 (231) 342-4245 Connie Payment Hotel and convenience store. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Convenience store. https://www.superiorweb.net/ Convenience store. (906) 632-6936 Wholistic Energy Healing Hazardous invasive and native plant species are here! By Hadley Reed, Environ- vary from a light sunburn to their height. Cow parsnip can mental research associate, severe blisters depending on grow up to 10 feet tall while Environmental Department your skin type and the length wild parsnip reaches a maxi- Around the seven-county of time spent in the sun with mum height of 5 feet. service area, plants are coming parsnip chemicals on your skin. A third species with pho- to life and summer is here. With To avoid getting burned, you tosensitive chemicals is giant that, you may have noticed a should wear long pants and a hogweed. Giant hogweed is an few species along trails or the long sleeved shirt while among invasive species that looks very roadside that are hazardous to the plants, as well as keeping similar to cow parsnip, except your health. your eyes open and avoiding that the flower clusters are Whether you know it or not, parsnip plants altogether. curved and it can reach a height you’ve probably been very close Identifying parsnip plants of 20 feet. Luckily giant hog- to either cow or wild parsnip. depends on the flower color, weed has not yet been found in Cow parsnip is a native species plant height, leaf shape and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. while wild parsnip is invasive, stems. Wild parsnip has flat If you come across what but both have properties that clusters of small yellow flow- looks to be giant hogweed or can cause harm to you and your ers with oval to pointy leaves wild parsnip, please take a pic- fellow hikers. The chemicals with jagged edges. Cow parsnip ture, mark your location and inside of the plant are photo- has flat clusters of small white then send the picture and infor- sensitive, meaning they react flowers with deeply split leaves mation to [email protected]. to sunlight. Sap from the plants similar to maple leaves. Both If you can’t email it or take a can cause intense skin irritation species of parsnip have thick, picture, call (906) 632-5575 and when exposed to sunlight. hairy stems. The biggest differ- report the suspected species and Burns from parsnip can ence between the two species is location. Wildlife Program continues secretive marsh bird surveys The months of May and June birds relies on early morning surveys and note all non-focal some species of marsh birds rely In the St. Marys River, hybrid have brought many early morn- callback surveys, in which a bird species observed during the on substrate-dwelling aquatic cattail is one such plant that ings on the water for Sault Tribe recording is played of each of survey period. The 2021 survey invertebrates as a food source. At has the ability to vastly change Wildlife Program staff who have the focal marsh bird species and route includes 23 sites ranging high enough levels, contaminants wetland vegetation diversity and been busy carrying out secretive visual and aural observations from as far north as the north such as mercury can accumulate structure. marsh bird surveys in the lower of responding birds are record- shore of Sugar Island and south in invertebrates and affect the Understanding marsh bird St. Marys River. Secretive marsh ed. Target species in the St. to the Raber area. marsh birds that feed on them, patterns can help the Wildlife birds are an inconspicuous group Marys River include sora rail, Understanding marsh bird with the potential to have nega- Program understand the impacts of migratory, wetland-dwelling yellow rail, Virginia rail, king presence is important for under- tive impacts for their health and of invasive species and wetland birds that vocalize infrequently. rail, American coot, common standing ecosystem health. ability to reproduce. restoration for secretive marsh As a result of their behavior and moorhen, American bittern, least Contaminated substrates in Marshbirds in the St. Marys bird populations. habitat preferences, they are dif- bittern, and the pied-billed grebe. Great Lakes wetlands can have River are also vulnerable to This information can help ficult to detect. Staff collect environmental and negative impacts for secretive habitat degradation as a result of guide Wildlife Program manage- Surveying for secretive marsh vegetation data at the time of the marsh birds up the food chain, as invasion by non-native plants. ment actions moving forward. June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Elders Page 21 June focuses on elder abuse awareness and prevention Our elders are one of our most caregivers. precious resources. Elders are the Sault Tribe’s Elder Outreach connection to our past and hold Service is designed to establish stories and facts of our family’s key relationships with trib- history. Elders should always al elders and families in their be treated with kindness and the homes. Elder outreach workers utmost respect. Sadly, this is not coordinate programs and services the case for many of our loved to help tribal elders maintain a ones. good quality of life and age in An elder is legally defined as a place. Outreach workers travel to person 65 years of age and older. tribal elders’ homes to assess and However, in Native American identify elders and family needs communities, becoming an elder and finding resources to meet is not typically at a set age but is those needs. They also organize a distinct cultural status earned comfortable reporting such abuse, physical abuse: Hitting, shoving, maintain a good quality of life and promote elder involvement in from wisdom, knowledge and therefore it is important that we restraining or confining – any- and age in place. In-home care aging programs. Outreach work- responsibility to others. Being advocate for our seniors and thing causing physical pain or services consist mainly of person- ers assist in the coordination of an elder is different than being give them a voice. Often seniors impairment. Emotional abuse: al care, homemaking and respite home care services and provide elderly. Elderly is associated with are fearful of repercussions for Intimidation, humiliation, routine care. assistance to tribal elders in com- age and ability to care for oneself. reporting the abuse or are simply blaming, ignoring, isolating, caus- The Non-Emergency Medical pleting applications for tribal ser- Elder and elderly status varies too frail to do so. It is crucial ing anguish or distress, degrading, Transportation Program provides vices and assist in the coordina- from tribe to tribe. Out of respect, for us to be aware of signs of ridiculing, insults, using silence rides to medical appointments. tion of meals-on-wheels services, the term elder will be used here. abuse and to report the abuse or profanity. Sexual abuse: Sexual This program is to assist elders transportation and any other ser- Elder abuse is defined by the to the proper authorities. Adult harassment, sexual activity with- who, for a variety of factors, vice needs of tribal elders. World Health Organization as “a Protective Services for Michigan out consent (rape), forcing elders have difficulty using conven- Areas of assistance may single or repeated act, or lack of can be contacted at (855) 444- to watch sexual acts or to undress. tional means of transportation include physical, mental, psy- appropriate action, occurring in 3911. Anishnaabek Community Financial abuse: Stealing money, to reach medical health care ser- chological and/or social as it any relationship where there is an and Family Services provides property titles or possessions, vices. There are many varieties relates to aging. Four full-time expectation of trust, which causes adult protective services and may taking over accounts or bills, of appointments from routine elder outreach workers cover the harm or distress to an older per- be reached at (906) 632-5250 or spending without permission, medical care to chemotherapy seven-county service area, they son.” Elder abuse is a silent prob- (906) 495-1232. abusing power of attorney privi- and radiation therapy for cancer are stationed in each end of the lem that robs our elders of their Family members should watch lege, scamming/lying. Spiritual/ patients and scheduled dialysis Upper Peninsula. dignity, security and can even for these warning signs: moral abuse: Denies access to for those requiring ongoing care. Let us celebrate our elders this cost lives. Pain that is “new” or different religious services or leaders, Rides are provided to tribal health month and show them the honor Such abuse can include phys- Fear or anxiety makes fun of victim’s values or clinics, hospitals, medical build- and respect they deserve. Make a ical abuse, emotional or psy- Depression religion, ignores or ridicules cul- ings in a number of areas includ- point to stop and visit your elders chological abuse, sexual abuse, Isolated or not responsive tural or religious traditions, intim- ing Petoskey and Gaylord, Mich. and let them know you are there financial or material exploitation, Cuts, sores or burns idates and threatens for practicing The Elder Health Fund pro- for them. If they are able, go for neglect, self-neglect, abandon- Broken bones, bruises or welts beliefs. Neglect: Failure to fulfill vides payment on various ser- a walk or play a game. Encourage ment and spiritual abuse. Our Untreated bed sores duties or obligations for elder, not vices for duly enrolled tribal them to share stories about your elders are at a greater risk for Torn, stains or blood on under- caring for hygiene or condition of elders aged 60 and over living in family. With their permission, abuse due to an increase in elder garments home, poor nutrition, bed sores, the United States and as certified record their stories via audio or population, limited caregiving Dirty, unkempt hygiene soiled undergarments, medical by the tribal registrar. The fund video to cherish the memories services and supports. This cre- Poor living conditions neglect-missed appointments, not provides assistance with partial when they walk on. Bring their ates an environment for abuse and Lack of medical aids, glasses, reporting medical issues. Self- payment for dentures, eye glasses favorite snacks or treats to lift neglect. Elder abuse is one of the walkers, dentures, hearing aids, neglect: Refusal by elder to care and other items as deemed “med- their spirits. Play their favorite least investigated types of abuse medications for self, inadequate nutrition, ically necessary” by a physician music, brush or comb their hair, and does not get addressed as Sudden change in function or improper clothing, lack of or and compliant with Medicare help clean their home or bed- frequently as other social issues. mobility unkempt shelter, poor hygiene, standards. room, or just make a phone call Research suggests that four to Unusual weight loss, poor not taking medication, and not The Elder Meal Programs pro- to let them know you are thinking six percent of the elderly suffer nutrition, dehydration following safety precautions vides congregate meals served at of them. Your kindness can make from some kind of abuse, most Change in overall mood or Sault Tribe Elder Services con- meal sites throughout the tribal a difference. of which goes unreported. It is demeanor sists of many different programs service area. Daily meal programs Sault Tribe’s Advocacy reported that elder abuse instanc- Bills not paid or utilities turned that can assist with elders’ needs. operate in Sault Ste. Marie, St. Resource Center (ARC) also es happen mostly in the home of off The Elder In-Home Services Ignace, Hessel and Manistique. offers elder related victim ser- the elder and 90 percent of abuse Significant changes in finances Program provides services that Three sites provide home deliv- vices such as advocacy and finan- and neglect incidents are commit- There are many forms of give frail and homebound elders ered meals (Meals-on-Wheels) cial services. Advocates may be ted by a family member. abuse against the elderly, such as the ability to stay in their homes, to homebound elders and their reached at (906) 632-1808. Elders may not always feel Celebrate Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Michigan’s aging adults can sign up for free online classes From MDHHS directly benefit brain cells by stay healthy: ganders over age 60 already ben- session at no cost by visiting get- LANSING, Mich. – The Mich- increasing blood and oxygen flow — Class Series: Our Minds efiting through our partnership setup.io/michigan and using the igan Department of Health and in the brain. Additionally, studies Matter...Embrace Mental Health! with MDHHS, we’re excited to code MICHIGANHEALTH or by Human Services (MDHHS) and say that maintaining strong social — Yoga for Beginners be able to expand our content in calling (888) 559-1614. 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Above is a billboard they put vascular dementia. Exercise may adults to connect with others and ease. With over 80,000 of Michi- up in Georgia. Page 22 Representatives’ Report June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung

Given the enormity of the the White House and Office of time around, ALL were count- amount we will received by the Management and Budget and ed so ALL should benefit. I end of June, I held Town Halls led to a special invite to meet propose to catch up our At to gather input on how to directly with Vice President Large Members and equalize spend these funds and drafted Harris to advise her on Indian all Members at $2K each. I the following preliminary plan Country’s Broadband needs. also propose to reward all of for the Board to consider The picture to the left is a our employment team mem- (lower left) See my video Zoom Selfie I took with the bers with a $1,000 Apprecia- presentation at: Veep. If we are successful, we tion Pay Bonus. My prelimi-

www.facebook.com/ should receive millions of nary proposal (lower left) ben- funds to fully connect tribes efits all Members Everywhere, aaron.payment/ through broadband that will aid builds our Recovery Campus, videos/10215891560836883 in telemedicine, tele-behavioral builds health clinics to Es- But, we are not done yet. health, education connectivity canaba, Marquette, Detour, In the Cares Act, tribes yielded and enhance our economic de- upgrades our remaining clinics, about 1/2 of a percent of the velopment opportunities. This and provide $56M for much total enacted. In the Rescue session helped formulate the needed 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Act, a few other tribal leaders announcement made by the VP subsidized apartments. on June 3rd making $1B avail- and I pushed hard for our equi- Some Board haters claim table share based on popula- able for Broadband to Indian Country. Check it out at the I had nothing to do with secur- tion. This time around, we ing these funds but the total were able to use our full enroll- video link below: amount will approximate near- ment figures and the overall ly 28 years worth of net casino allocation for tribes was 1.6%. https://www.youtube.com/ and enterprise revenues. I am In the Job’s Plan Infrastruc- watch?v=eLUkMWQ0Yz4 proud to serve our Members in ture Bill, I am pushing for a this manner. This plan, howev- full 2% to match our Native 50:40 Starts with Tribal President Holsey 55:15 VP Speaks (Includes Remarks from er, is preliminary and has to be American proportion of the US approved by the Tribal Board. population. This should result my meeting with her) Representing All mated 2nd round at $64M, our 1:04:21 Secretary of Commerce Raimondo I believe I have drafted a car- Tribe’s total amount is nearing in an estimated $150M more 1:12:19 Secretary Haaland ing plan that also balances our Members Everywhere $380M! Despite my Tribal for our Tribe. Whether or not tribal budget. Who on the Trib- this happens is based on Na- Ahneen, Boozho, Negee: Board haters, this didn’t just Recall, some Board al Board would not support happen. I played a key role in tional and Partisan politics so Members have falsely claimed such a plan? Watch closely and It is our Tribal Constitu- shaping legislation through my this figure is admittedly aspira- our Tribe was prohibited from remember this vote come the tional duty to write a report role with the National Con- tional. If my estimates are benefitting our At Large Mem- next election cycle and decide monthly to you. This month, I gress of American Indians. We right, our total take within one bers in the Cares Act. This if they are worth your vote. am thrilled to report that the had a Team Effort from key year during the pandemic will amount we just received from Tribal Leaders and a support- approach or exceed 1/2 Billion the Rescue Act far exceeded ive US President along with possibly as much as $505M!

my estimates. With the amount both the House and Senate who A few weeks ago, as we have already received from currently respect honoring the NCAI 1st VP, I was asked by the Cares Act ($87M) + treaty and trust obligation. Let the White House to testify to $211M 1st round of the Rescue the Board haters hate; I’ll con- our Indian Country Broadband Act + $18M for IHS + an esti- tinue to deliver the goods. needs. My presentation was to

PROPOSED RESCUE ACT PAYMENT PLAN Recently, our Tribe and include law enforcement, vic- $ 200,000 Vaccination Lottery ~ 200 draws at $1,000 ea the Bay Mills tribe launched tim services, public and me- our Murdered and Missing dia communications and $ 60,000,000 30K At Large @ $2K ea Indigenous Persons Commu- community outreach. Our nity Response Plan (TCRP). orverarching goal is to collec- $ 15,000,000 15K Service Area at $1K ea (total $2K) We had several keynote tively utilize all available re- speakers including Secretary sources within a victim- $ 1,600,000 1K Employment Team Members @ $1K ea of Interior Deb Haaland, centered, trauma-informed $ 857,000 Govt., Housing Team Member Retention Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and cultural-honoring re- MI Attorney General Dana sponse between tribal govern- $ 25,000,000 Recovery Campus Nessel, US Senator Gary Pe- ment services, including law ters & US Attorney Andrew enforcement. Both plans of $ 10,000,000 Sault Heath Center Expansion Birge (Western District). our two tribes include lan- Please go to Youtube and guage about sensitivity relat- $ 25,000,000 Health Facilities (MQT, Esky, Detour, etc.) type the link in the search: ing to missing and murdered Indigenous person cases. $ 5,000,000 Clinic Upgrades (all remaining sites) https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=8ygpmhuxcbm I realize there are out- $ 10,000,000 ST High School (In Person & Virtual) standing cold cases that have There was a great vol- left families in pain and una- $ 8,000,000 K12 & College Laptop/Tablets ume of work done to draft ble to heal. It is my hope that our plan, but I see it as a be- we can dedicate resources to $ 10,000,000 Tribal Support Backfill 2020 ginning to hone our skills to reach beyond our jurisdiction $ 8,000,000 Tribal Support Backfill 2021 prevent, rescue and recover to finally solve these cases. I our victims. Our Victims Ser- am grateful for everyone who $ 30,000,000 Payroll Backfill 2020 vices teams helped write the help create these plans. It plan to ensure we care for was a wonderful team effort. $ 10,000,000 Payroll Backfill 2021 victims and their families. Our MMIP TCRP consist of Chi MeGwitch, Negee! $ 56,430,617 5 Apartment Complexes (1 per unit) four main components that $ 275,087,617 Rescue Act Funds Only (1st & 2nd Distribution)

Call: 800-793-0660 Cell: 906-203-5159 Email: [email protected] Facebook ‘Aaron Payment’ June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Representatives Reports Page 23 Hoffman gives a rundown on critical issues the board of directors. Article I Section 8 states: “It shall be the duty of each member of the Board of Directors to make monthly reports to the Unit from which they are elected concerning the proceedings from the Board.” Win Awenen Nisitotung was not started at the time of the adoption of the Constitution; actually, it was many years later. Win Awenen Nisitotung started as a monthly flier that consisted of a letter from the chairperson and a report from the executive director. Over a decade later, trib- DJ Hoffman al board members started placing Director, Unit I “unit reports” within the pages The past several months have of the tribal paper (Win Awenen been challenging. There has been Nisitotung). These reports have a constant barrage of attacks upon devolved into political platforms several members of the board to pander for votes, as well as regarding personal, professional staging grounds for salacious Sault Tribe Enterprise revenues from 2016 to 2020. and political topic areas. Many of attacks. Quite honestly, many of Rescue Act Draft Plan that obli- development as a tribe. be elected at large by the voters these attacks have been derived the articles are often written by gated $275 million of the $211 SUBSTANCE ABUSE of the tribe and shall serve as a from individuals that some would ghost writers and passed off as million that we have received and I have posted this within my member of the board of direc- refer to as “Negative Nancys” the original work of some board estimated additional funding. This past reports and find it neces- tors. focusing upon the bad and ignor- members. proposal listed $2,000 for each sary to repeat it: Over the past 20-plus years, ing the positives that consistently At the request of several at-large member and $1,000 for The threat of substance abuse there have been many articles, occur. I would like to take a elders, I will continue to place each member within the service has been historically prevalent e-mails and. more recently, moment to address a few of these a report in the paper. I will also area. The argument being made within Indian Country. As a social media posts regarding social media based rumors: be seeking to follow Resolution is that the service area received tribe we need to do more and the board’s actions and inac- 2005-181 which states: — I don’t work at Door Dash $1,000 from the Cares Act dis- focus more upon prevention tions, or conversely those of “NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT tribution. These funds were (also not saving for Europe trip). and treatment of this affliction. the chairperson. It is important RESOLVED, that the Board of different funds, generated from However, I am glad that there is Oftentimes, substance abuse that the membership understand Directors of the Sault Ste. Marie different criteria. Since the funds Door Dash in the area now. issues result in criminal prose- that collectively the board of — I have worked in the past Tribe of Chippewa Indians will received this time are based upon cution and incarceration. While directors includes the represen- for many entities that have have unit reports utilizing the the entire population, I question this is one option, it does not tatives from the various units as worked both with and for the Sault Tribe e-mail list sent out, the legality of providing more for provide treatment or prevention well as the chairperson. No one tribe. I have fully disclosed any in conjunction with the Sault one criteria of membership than and all of these to the tribe. In Tribe News, with a designat- another. Hopefully, this will be from this affliction. board member is without fault addition, in previous Facebook ed deadline by the Sault Tribe addressed before the board takes When the tribe sends an indi- for our tribe’s failures, just as posts the following has been Website Administrator. Tribal action. vidual to jail, there are court no one board member is solely stated by the individual currently members will be able to subscribe With the funds available, based costs, as well as the tribal finan- responsible for our success- contradicting themselves: (2016) or remove themselves from an upon the entire population, the cial obligation to hold these es. “He is upfront about this. I am e-mail list if they request to do tribal board has an obligation to individuals within local jails To ensure a more profession- not suggesting anything nefarious so. In addition, unit reports will ensure that the tribe is steadied (we do not have our own). We al environment for the benefit on Hoffman’s part.” be posted on the Sault Tribe web- for the next seven generations. should be looking at developing of our tribe, I will be proposing — The lawsuit with the tribe’s site in an area specific for each Planning with staff, as well as our own in-patient treatment to work with any and all mem- developers has been dismissed board member.” the membership needs to occur to center to tackle this issue head bers of the board of directors since March 30, 2021. CARES ACT/AMERICAN ensure that these funds are used on. The funds earmarked for to adopt a code of conduct to — I do not hate anyone on RECOVERY ACT for the benefit of the entire tribe incarceration could just as easi- stem the tide of negativity and the board. I may disagree, and at The Sault Tribe of Chippewa and not used for political gain by ly be utilized for treatment. clean up the negativity preva- times not like some very much — Indians received Cares Act funds the creation of those within the In addition to treatment, we lent within the margins of this but definitely do not hate. We are in 2020, which were utilized to service area and those at large. need to do more to prevent this publication. here to do a job! ensure the stability of the tribe, its CASINOS threat to our communities. We As a board member, it is my employees, and membership. The — I have not missed a meeting The casinos are the driving need to provide more oppor- goal to move our tribe forward. funds received were based solely force behind the majority of our or workshop since missing part of tunities for our children, more It is not my goal to get involved upon the Indian Housing Block non-grant tribal operations reve- a meeting when my uncle passed. focused learning, cultural in petty squabbles because of Grant statistics, which equates to nues. Thanks to our employees, — I serve on many tribal com- programming, fitness and more. personal likes and dislikes. The mittees, local committees, as well the tribe’s service area popula- the casinos are steadily moving These things can be accom- common theme should always as the BMCC Board of Regents tion. forward. The Sault property plished with our current funding be to approach each topic, each (all of which I have continued to The tribe developed a Cares has been greatly impacted by by collaboration and proper vote based on the betterment attend and participate as a tribal Act Assistance Program that was COVID-19 and the lack of rep, during COVID). based upon the service area pop- Canadian clientele; however, planning. We have the tools of the tribe as a whole. I prefer — I have followed the COVID ulation and adopted unanimously there is a glimmer of hope upon to make a difference; it is past documentation and research to protocols enacted and required by by the board of directors. In fact, the horizon. If we are fortunate, time that we did. assertion and opinion. I am not tribal health and zoomed for sev- in an official press release, the our Canadian friends will be It is essential that this issue always right; however, I believe eral months. following was published: allowed to return stateside to is repeated for without taking we as board members have a — I have worn my mask to “On behalf of the Sault patronage our properties. action to provide treatment responsibility to do more than workshops when required and Tribe Board of Directors, Tribal While I have stated it in options (including prevention) just show up. not only when the camera was Chairperson Aaron Payment the past, as well as unsuccess- the threat will continue to rav- In closing, I will continue rolling. reinforced that ‘the US Treasury fully proposed legislation to age our community. The threat to push forward with members — I apologize for saying “I” guidelines do not allow for a enable it, the tribal board of of substance abuse has been his- of the board who wish to be this many times. direct per capita distribution’ of directors should not be the torically prevalent within Indian progressive. I will also continue Unit reports Cares Act funds. The tribe has Gaming Authority or Gaming Country. As a tribe, we need to to work with members of the I have been very fortunate to been expressly warned and the Commission. These bodies should do more, and focus more upon board to ensure that we become work with several board mem- Legal Department has advised be comprised of an independent prevention and treatment of innovative in our approach to bers who have since passed and that any funds spent on a direct body that has knowledge and this affliction. With the funds economic diversification, mem- often asked them why they did distribution not justified based on experience in the gaming indus- available, under the American bership services and stepping the impact of COVID-19 is disal- not always have a report in the try. Free of politics, our casinos Recovery Act, we can truly out of the non-progressive box lowed.” may once again be a potent eco- paper. Their reply was that they make an impact, that we sometimes appear to be This release can be found at nomic force. did report to their unit in many CODE OF CONDUCT confined to. www.uppermichiganssource. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT avenues: in person, on the phone, The following is pursuant Sincerely, in the mail, or via e-mail. At the com/2020/07/13/sault-tribe- Our tribe’s Economic Develop- to the Constitution of the Sault DJ Hoffman time, I thought they were incor- clarifies-covid-19-assistance- ment director continues to push Tribe of Chippewa Indians: Vice chairman rect; however, in hindsight, they program/. forward exploring new and ARTICLE IV - Unit 1 Director were correct. In contrast, the tribe has innovative opportunities for the The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of recently received $211 million tribe. This department has done GOVERNING BODY Cell: (906) 203-0510 Chippewa Indians gained fed- from the American Recovery Act. an exceptional job generating Section 1. The governing Tribal email: djhoffman@ erally recognition in 1972 and These funds are different and revenues for our tribe. The chart body of the Sault Ste. Marie saulttribe.net adopted its Constitution in 1975. based upon the entire tribal popu- above is from a recent MEDC Tribe of Chippewa Indians shall Personal email: djwhoffman Within the Constitution there lation. While drafting this report, presentation that clearly illus- consist of a board of directors. @hotmail.com. consists Article I – Meetings of the board received a proposed trates our business growth and Sec. 2. A chairperson shall Page 24 Representatives’ Reports June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Board working on membership communication Commission, Gaming Authority, received funds from the Rescue Please reach out to your board family time during these difficult EDC business ventures, etc., and Act. Whereas, we knew these member and share your ideas. times—along with those leaving as such many items of discussion funds were coming, we’ve Some have already shared some our organization is also the his- are proprietary and held confi- delayed some of our discussion thought on where it should get torical knowledge they possess. I dentially until they become offi- until we knew how much and prioritized; my hope is to have am optimistic about filling these cial. Business needs, employee what restrictions were going to several input sessions from the openings, but there are many issues and allowing directors and be imposed on the funds. Hav- members held tribal wide by challenges, including wages, that managers to discuss and notify ing already received more than the tribe. We do better when need to be addressed. My initial also play a part on when infor- $200 million, we will be able we come together and discuss thoughts that these are several mation should be shared. With to address many issues related ideas. Some issues and concerns areas that will require immediate that being said, we still need to to the COVID -19 pandemic may require more immediate attention. I hope to be sharing do better communicating with the impact. There are still strings attention and other issues we more information with you soon: membership. attached and much of the funds may have to take a staggered input sessions as well as office I believe the entire board has must be expended within three approach. Many things have hours to get the ball rolling on agreed on this and has taken sev- years. The restrictions are less changed during this pandemic, improved communication. eral directives to help improve than last year’s fund restrictions including the costs of doing I am confident that the board Michael McKerchie, this. There are several factors and we will be able to have a business and employee wages. will seek additional input to Director, Unit I that have slowed the process but greater impact for all members. Mental health and addiction have ensure these funds are put to know that communication with I ask the membership for risen among other things during good use for the good of the Communication has always the membership is and remains a patience while we gather pro- this multi-year crisis that must membership. As always, I been a struggle with board com- priority. Improvements are slow- gram needs, determine what can be addressed. The housing crisis encourage members to get in munication. We’ve struggled with ly coming, so be on the look-out and can’t be covered and, most has only intensified and home- touch with me and help come up technology (wifi availability, for improved communication. importantly, concentrate how lessness has increased. Members with solutions to the many issues live feed issues, etc.) and we’ve As I write this, the board these funds can help improve requiring general assistance has our tribe still faces. Send me an struggled with assigning who will be meeting in the next few members’ lives, all members. also risen including food trucks, email at mmckerchie@saulttribe. needs to communicate what. The days to discuss where we are That’s where we, all board mem- etc. Our tribe has seen many net or text at (906) 440-7768. Chi board has many hats: Gaming going to prioritize the recently bers, need to hear from you. retirements and people choosing miigwech. Growing, listening, working on plans and ideas properties in Cedarville, Mich. COVID-19 relief and funding (thank you to my family and a care, general assistance, behav- This property is ready and avail- due to the pandemic. Our tribe few others that I do whine and ioral health, substance abuse, able with paved sites and water was very fortunate to receive mil- cry to, though). So, although I employment, in-home services, and sewer for at least 14 sites lions to replace our lost revenue, could write a book about what meals to elders, small business for housing; we can use this for replace payroll that we expended really goes on I reframe as many resources and much more. I fair market rental or low income, due to closure, purchase safe- have told me to stay above it and appreciate all who assist the whichever we decide. There is ty equipment and upgrades for just move forward, but please members with the above resourc- work and plans to come together remodels and provide funds and always remember don’t simply es. but it’s a project that has been on services to members. During the believe what you read on social Please look to our official the docket for quite some time next steps, we will have require- media — facts are so important website for updates, notices and and our EDC Department brought ments for the additional funds and division only hurts tribes all information about powwows, it all together to complete the and I’m supportive and requested over the nation. We have many events and media releases. They close. I’m very grateful for any feedback from what team mem- good things happening within are working hard to update these land base we purchase within bers need and projects not com- our tribe and the frustrating thing items often. our tribe and look forward to plete as well as input from the is all that gets lost sometimes. A If you would like to meet or many more projects to assist in membership of basic needs and fact is, with the team members need me, please don’t hesitate lana Causley-Smith, the housing shortage in all areas. suggestions from all members we have dedicating and working to call (906) 484-2954 or (906) Director, Unit II Thanks to all involved and sup- as to what we can move forward hard every day, there is so much 322-3818, or email lcausley@ I’m very pleased to report that port for this. on. Our housing department to offer our members — housing, saulttribe.net. our tribe secured additional land During the next months, we worked hard to receive funding education, food, cultural, youth Baamaa pii, base in Unit II — we recently will be strategically planning for rental assistance as that is for activities, medical care, transpor- Lana Causley-Smith approved purchasing Hillcrest for the funding we received for all our members within the tribe tation, heating assistance, child Unit II Director and now they have requested and will work on a plan for mortgage assistance. I will support the Board meetings funding to get directly to mem- bers. I believe that getting the funds directly in your families’ often confidential homes is much easier than any we are working on it. red tape or applications based The tribal board is also work- on income and is more effective. ing on the consent decree, gam- Once we find out the Treasury ing expansion and many other guidelines, we will plan accord- priorities. It seems to some that ingly. This process will begin the tribal board does little or does early June with scheduled work- not communicate to its members shops to discuss. but much of the meetings are I have spoken with many confidential and proprietary. We members on what you think the cannot divulge negotiations and funding should be used for and I strategies. We cannot release will support all that will advance business goals and plans. We can- the tribe and membership directly not discuss legal and confidential and hoping we can finally get cases. I apologize for the lack some of our priority projects of details in my reports but I am completed. A full recovery facil- constrained by my oath of office ity is one of my major projects I Keith Massaway, and the rules of confidentiality. will advocate for as well as addi- Director, Unit III With the Canadian border tional clinic areas. First of all, my condolences go being closed it has severely Once again, I would like to out to Director Bridget Sorenson impacted our casinos. We have sincerely thank our chair, board and her family with the walking heard many rumors, it looks like and especially our hard work- on of her father. A good man next year before they will open ing executive team that worked whom I never had an encounter the border. The tribe employs toward every single penny we with that didn’t leave me with a nearly two thousand people and will receive. This will be an smile. these times have been devastating opportunity to do better and The tribal board meets this to many of them. The tribal board have better. I’m looking forward week to work on the priorities of is doing its utmost to try and soft- to fair, no political nonsense to expending the new recovery act en the negative impact to them advance every member. monies. The board will be giving and all others that we can. Thank In closing, I have received broad direction to the executives you for all the e-mails and phone calls about the unit reports. The on what areas the tribe considers calls. political part of this job is very essential and necessary. This will Keith Massaway, 702 Hazelton frustrating and takes a toll, but take some time to work through St. St. Ignace, MI 49781, (906) I have learned that part of the and to implement but rest assured 643 6981, [email protected]. job is MY problem, not yours June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Representatives’ Reports Page 25 Sorenson discusses a number of issues, news Ignace Visitors Bureau in 2017, It really bothers me that your tribe to read official Sault chase different sizes at Northern I interviewed and accepted the there continues to be comments Tribe social media pages or our Hospitality in the Sault. They position. As part of my job about the “board members being websites rather than ones that also sell some books from tribal acceptance, the VB board was greedy”. I can tell you that I do claim to be “Sault Tribe Truth.” authors. Items may be shipped told that the Sault Tribe will not have to be continuously pat- It is so unfortunate that a person as well. Their number is (906) always be my priority and I will ting myself on the back, nearly uses the tribe’s name and claims 635-4800. not be working on Tuesdays breaking an arm like some do. I the truth when in fact it is pure Please contact me with any and I would be attending other do help people and make various manipulation. I will also add that questions or concerns at bsoren- committee meetings as needed donations but that is something in my first few years of being [email protected], bridgett91@ as well as travel when necessary. that I don’t need recognition for. elected, there were members that yahoo.com or call or text me at The VB board has been very Those that receive know what hated me and liked to argue with (906) 430-0536. In June, Direc- supportive on my position and it I do and so do I and that is all me and once they started really tor Massaway and myself will is also beneficial to the tribe as that really matters. Many board paying attention and kept open resume our in-person Unit III I am able to include them in our members help people and donate minds they realized what was meetings on the third Monday of events and planning. and like me show humility when really true. Many of these mem- the month at the McCann School Many tribal members stop in doing so. bers are now my friends. Unfor- at 6 p.m. my office, call, email or message I would like to express my tunately, like the world, state or As I write this report, I am Bridgett Sorenson, me while I am at the Visitors disappointment in the chair in local news sometimes you have dealing with a huge loss of the Director, Unit III Bureau. I have since become regards to the American Rescue to sift through the BS to really passing of my dad two days ago. I hate to have continuous the events manager as of August funds. I am not aware of any see the reality. He was the glue for the Sorenson banter but I do need to correct 2019. I can tell you that I proba- other government body’s presi- The St. Ignace Rendezvous at family and leaves a huge hole in statements that were put out in bly attend more outside Tuesday dent, chairman, mayor, etc., plan- the Straits Powwow is planning our hearts and in our entire com- the chair’s report, continuously board/tribal functions than many ning their own townhall meetings on happening the last weekend of munity. From St. Ignace to Rex- claiming that I refused to testi- others and I have never missed to get input as an individual. The August at the Father Marquette ton, to Black River, Naubinway, fy on behalf of housing. I will a unit report in nine years. My first step should have been to grounds off of US-2. Please con- Cedarville and Mackinac Island, say that this is absolutely false. schedule is very daunting at have a discussion with our exec- tact Daryl Brown for more infor- most people knew and loved the I have never refused to testify; times but I live for the work utives and legal counsel on what mation. The St. Ignace Native “Big Swede.” He was very proud I have actually testified a few I do for both the tribe and my the needs and things the money American Festival which nor- of the work that I do and for my times over the years for Head community and I take these roles could be spent on. Then we could mally takes place on Memorial accomplishments. I was fortunate Start and presented in person. very seriously. I will also say that have as a team conducted sur- Day weekend has been moved to to have him at my last swearing There was an email sent to me I think this shows that I can be veys or meetings to garner input. July 24. This will take place on in ceremony as he has battled from the chair on March 11, employed outside of the tribe and This is just another ploy at “I’m the Museum of Ojibwa Culture stage 4 small cell lung cancer 2021, including another Hous- am very willing to put in the hard the hero, I got the funds, I am for grounds. The city of St. Ignace since being diagnosed in Febru- ing commissioner and a staff work. One of my elders once the people,” chocolate covered is celebrating its 350th birthday ary 2018. member asking if either one of asked me to do something for her BS. He continues to play on the this year and will be having a He was sent home, not even us would be willing to do a con- and she said, I was told if you members’ emotions and get peo- large celebration Aug. 19-22. sure he would cross the bridge, sultation sometime in late March. want something to get done, go ple’s hopes up before knowing Included in this will be many on Oct.1, 2020, with two days There were no specific details ask a busy person, because they all the facts. The board asked to Native workshops at the Ojibwa to live. He never wanted to given. My response was, “If need get things done. I truly believe have a morning session with the Museum, cemetery tours, geneal- leave this earth and wanted one be I’m sure I could do it.” It that as I live on a very busy daily executives to discuss the funds ogy at the Straits Cultural Center more hunting season, one more was stated the testimony would schedule. I would also say that for Tuesday, June 8. But appar- (Former Forte DeBaude collec- Thanksgiving, one more Christ- be prepared for me, which is my family many times has had ently someone likes the limelight tion) across from the St. Ignace mas and one more birthday. something staff always provide. to take a backseat to my career and glory more than working as a Marina and commercial fishing He defied so many odds with On March 22, 2021, I was sent choices over the years but are team. There is no “I” in team! demonstrations and samples by his will to live. He was a very another email stating he thought very supportive of my responsi- These funds are a lot of locally owned and tribal member strong man with a very strong it was tomorrow and asked if bilities. money and we need to consider Jamie Massey of Massey Fish personality that lit up any place I was able to do this? Please If any of you happened to also all the facts and needs of our Co. For more information, please with laughter. He and I didn’t explain to me how I refused? notice, someone does not write members, team members’ and visit stignace.com. always see eye to eye, which was There was never a follow up their own unit report. Pay close tribal-owned businesses. This is Any Sault Tribe crafters who probably because we were alike after the March 11 email. attention to the language and not a personal wish list from a are interested in selling can in many ways but I know he sup- There have also been some tone and you will notice. When couple of Zoom meetings adver- also contact Shirley Sorrels, ported me. comments made in regards to you know how a person speaks tised on the chair’s personal the Museum of Ojibwa Culture He worked for 39 years for me having another job and that and their knowledge and vocab- Facebook page. Personally, I manager. She buys crafts for Arnold Transit Co. as a captain the position was my priority. I ulary and then you read their think one of the biggest consid- the museum store from tribal on the Great Lakes until his heart have never lied about having report, it is so obvious. Makes a erations should be following our members. For more information, health forced him to retire about outside employment. I had to person wonder if they are capa- mission of providing for the next please call the museum at (906) eight years ago but that never resign my position with the ble of thinking on their own. seven generations not just this 643-9161. The museum has a stopped his activity. He contin- Kewadin Shores Casino when I When many of the comments are, very minute. I will keep an open very nice outdoor display of ued to mow his own grass and won the election in 2012. I have “Well, what do you think?” or mind and get all the information the clan system, our longhouse plow his driveway with oxygen for many years of my working “I want that person there.” Our necessary before making any for ceremonies and teachings, a tank in tow, as well as his daily career had more than one job. role as directors is not just about decisions that just make me look medicine garden and a boarding window washing and vacuuming I had for years been involved speaking up for our members and good. school exhibit inside. If you have the house until the very end. We in local events and attended team members but much more in I would also like to say for never been there, it is worth the are so happy he passed peaceful- their planning meetings. When depth as a management board of at-large or service-area mem- visit. ly and his suffering has ended. an assistant executive director millions of dollars and it takes bers who are wanting to be Anyone wishing to purchase We will take the wheel from position opened up with the St. some common sense as well. kept in the loop or involved in official Sault Tribe flags can pur- here, Captain! We should solicit members input more often think about the future. A job or to receive more for an approxi- The tribal board will have gestions and submit them to the additional schooling? Education mate total of $293,087,618 with final say as to the allocations board. and/or skill training will help another 30 percent expected! in the allowable categories. For We need to do more of this. you have more choices in life Our chair, Aaron A. Payment, those who would like additional Solicit members’ input, and in terms of where and how you deserves much thanks and praise information on the allowable then act on it. We must always live. There are many sources of for the sizeable awards we are expenditure for tribal relief remember that we were elected federal, state and tribal finan- receiving. The tribal legislative funds, here is a website link: to serve, not lead, not direct, but cial aid available to qualifying team and Sheila Berger deserve https://home.treasury.gov/ to serve the will of the members. students. Contact our tribal thanks as well. Aaron advocated policy-issues/coronavirus/ And we can only do that if we Education Department at (906) heavily at the federal level by assistance-for-state-local-and- listen to them. Not just once 635-7784 for information and giving testimony to the White tribal-governments/state-and-lo- every four years. We need to assistance with federal and tribal House and the Office of Man- cal-fiscal-recovery-fund/ remain in constant touch with financial forms. agement and Budget to have tribal-governments. members and talk with them, and Students who want a more all tribal members included in Recently, the tribal chairman allow them to speak to us. traditional Native environment allocation and the feds listened! held a couple virtual town hall Meetings are now open again may want to explore the many As a result, we received a greatly meeting via Zoom to gather and I look forward to hearing degree options available at Bay enhanced award over what we input from members on sugges- and seeing members in person. Betty Freiheit, Mills, which will also provide received last year. These funds tions for using the American In closing, please keep your- Director, Unit I free tuition to any student from a have come with guidelines for Rescue Act funds. It was heart- self and family safe, help your federally recognized tribe. use but include spending to sup- ening to see the many members neighbor and also to look out for Hello, tribal members, con- As many know by now, we port public health, compensate participating and giving their the elders anytime you can. gratulations to all graduates! have received $211,605,859 in for revenue loss, government input. Austin Lowes and I also Betty F. Freiheit From Head Start through col- American Rescue Act Funds for services and premium pay for attended. The chairman stated he [email protected] lege. Now is the time many COVID-19 relief and are in line essential workers. was going to compile the sug- (906) 379-8745 high school graduates begin to Page 26 Representatives’ Reports June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Thank you Indian Point clean-up volunteers YMCA of Delta Co., 2001 ous calls on what is being done tion (licensed through the state of of September. North Lincoln Rd., Escanaba, MI on the property located besides Michigan). The dispensaries are I hope you all have a good 49829, (906) 789-0005 the casino. The Sault Tribe Board located across the 7-county service summer and stay safe! Healing Around the Lakes has authorized our EDC director area on tribal lands. Construction If you need to reach me, please Event: Please see flyer below. to diversify our tribe’s econom- has started on the Manistique and call (906) 203-2471 or dchase@ Employment opportunities ic opportunities and to contract Christmas sites and the projects saulttribe.net. There are many employment with Lume for a legal marijuana are estimated to be done around Denise Chase opportunities/positions open tribal growing and dispensary opera- the end of August to the beginning Unit 4 Board Representative wide. If you are seeking employ- ment, please call the Human Resource Dept. The following positions are still open on the Board must work together western end and HR is seeking have a workshop with the board continued efforts to divide and applicants. of directors (BOD) to begin list- separate our BOD. We need to Manistique governmental ing priorities. The next step was work together. jobs to meet with program directors, Please reach out to us. We Denise Chase, Community Health Program managers, team members and the appreciate the opportunity to Director, Unit IV Manager membership to obtain their input. assist you and hear your ideas. Cemetery clean-up thanks Certified medical coder Hopefully, upon conclusion of Our unit reports list our phone On May 26 we held the annual Chief Solo Dentist these meetings, we’ll be ready to numbers and emails or you can Indian Point Cemetery clean-up Cook- Elder Services move ahead with our recommen- call the Sault Tribe Administra- in Nahma, Mich. Last year we Maintenance Repairer Lead dations. I believe the majority will tion, (906) 635-6050, and ask for were unable to meet and do the (housing) be looking forward to building our contact information. clean-up because of the Covid Meal Program Aide -Meal something for future generations. As always, I would like to 19 epidemic and restrictions. We delivery To date, there have been two thank team members for their were able to gather a group of Licensed Practical Nurse unofficial public forums held with dedication and hard work. volunteers to go out on very short Physician Supervisor the membership. Several BOD Please keep the men and notice to assist. Prevention Specialist were not made aware of these. women in our armed forces in I would like to thank the fol- Manistique Kewadin jobs Kimberle Gravelle It is very difficult to participate your prayers and thoughts for a lowing volunteers who attended Cook Director, Unit I when you learn after the fact that safe return to their families. and were able to help out: Ed Maintenance Worker Hello, these meetings were taking place. If you have any questions or Goudreau, Beau Rochefort, Marketing Rep As the membership knows There were negative and critical comments, you can contact me at Jeremy Sitkoski, Viola Neadow, Restaurant Server by now the tribe has received comments from the participants (906) 203-6083 or at Stacey Mattson, JoJo Shampine, Slot Technician Recovery Act Funds of over $210 about directed at the BOD who [email protected]. Brenda and Ron Nelson, Sarah Manistique Lume million and will be receiving did not attend. As a tribe, we Thank you, Closs, William Huebner and I have been receiving numer- more in the future. Our plan is to cannot move forward if there are Kim Gravelle Stephanie Craddock. Miigwech to Manistique Kewadin Casino Manager Lisa Fisher and staff Kim Fields and Cindy Stevenson for supplying lunch for the volunteers. Thank you to Manistique Casino, Ed Goudreau and Ron Nelson for bringing their lawn vacuum/mulching machines. Two machines really made the clean up a lot faster and easier. Thank you to the Manistique and Escanaba staff for volunteer- ing to help on such a short notice; we appreciate all your assistance and work. Thank you to Dave Chambers and Jeremy Sitkoski for repairing the cross. Congratulations, graduates! I would like to say congrat- ulations and best wishes to all the high school and college 2021 graduates. Congratulations on all your hard work and accomplish- ments. Good luck in any future endeavor you may have whether it be to join in immediately with the work force or continue on with your education. You make your family and your tribe PROUD! Recreation opportunities Now that the Covid 19 restric- tions are beginning to ease up, and people are starting to feel comfort- able leaving their homes, members have been calling and wondering if they can still access the exercise and wellness facilities. Please make sure to call the facility and find out if you have to make a appointment first in order to get signed up for access, or just stop in. Tribal members can access the following exercise/recreational facilities for your health and well- ness: Yooper Fitness, 215 Oak St., Manistique, MI, (906) 250-9348 Sullivans, 1605 Sheridan Rd., Escanaba, MI, (906) 217-2011. First time users must make an appointment YMCA of Marquette Co., 350 Iron St., Negaunee, MI, (906) 475- 9666 June 16, 2021 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 27 Indian Point Cemetery annual clean-up takes place Photos by Denise Chase The annual Indian Point Cemetery clean-up in Nahma, Mich., took place May 26. Volunteers helping out were Ed Goudreau, Beau Rochefort, Jeremy Sitkoski, Viola Neadow, Stacey Mattson, JoJo Shampine, Brenda and Ron Nelson, Sarah Closs, William Huebner and Stephanie Craddock. Manistique Kewadin Casino Kim Fields and Cindy Stevenson supplied lunch. Manistique Casino staff and Ron Nelson made the clean-up a lot easier by bringing their lawn vacuum and mulching machines. And, Dave Chambers and Jeremy Sitkoski repaired the cross.