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Lapwai Girls NPTEC NMPH Win Holiday Letter COVID-19 Tournament to Joe Biden Vaccine Pages 6 & 7 Page 10 Page 12 NIMIIPUU TRIBAL TRIBUNE Wilúupup | January Volume 3 / Issue 1 Scott, Souther Named the Nez Perce Tribe Elders of the Year Nez Perce Tribe’s By Kathy Hedberg, lems and Scott Water Rights Lewiston Tribune said she has Administration Two Nez received “ex- Perce Tribe elders cellent care” Code Approved by who have devoted from her family the U.S. Department their lives to the and caregivers. of the Interior good of their peo- “She’s ple were honored been my guid- Lapwai, Idaho – On this week by the ing light,” Scott December 16, 2020, the tribe’s senior advi- said of his wife. U.S. Department of the In- sory board and sen- “She’s been terior (Interior) approved ior citizens center. my chief all my the Nez Perce Tribal Water Wilfred life. Every place Rights Administration Code “Scotty” Scott, we’ve been, after completing its required 89, and Mary she’s been there review. Assistant Secre- Jane “Tootsie” Wilfred “Scotty” Scott, 89, & Mary Jane “Tootsie” Souther, 84, were named the with me. Right tary for Indian Affairs Tara Souther, 84, were Nez Perce Tribe male and female Elders of the Year. (Photo: Nez Perce Tribe) now we’re hav- Sweeney, contacted Nez named the Nez ing a tough Perce Tribal Executive Com- Perce Tribe male and female visory Committee Treasurer, time, but it’s going to be OK.” mittee (NPTEC) Chairman, Elders of the Year on Tues- for his “willing heart for eve- Souther, who said she Shannon Wheeler personally day. Both were presented a rything that he does” involv- had not been to one of the to relay this development. certificate and a blue Pend- ing tribal activities, local pow- senior events since March, The Nez Perce Tribe’s (Tribe) leton blanket in thanks for wows and travels to historical was surprised by the honor. Water Rights Administration their service to the tribe. Nez Perce sites in Montana “I want to tell all of you Code provides for the Tribe’s Neither Scott nor and Idaho. He is a U.S. Navy I love you and really appreci- use and protection of its wa- Souther could be reached veteran and has worked ex- ate just to be recognized as ter rights, including those for comment Wednesday. tensively with tribal veterans. an elder,” she said. “I never confirmed through the Snake Scott, one of the found- When presented with thought, and praise the Lord, River Basin Adjudication. ing members of the Nez Perce his gifts, Scott said he wanted that I got up to this age.” Chairman Wheeler Tribal Executive Committee wife Bessie’s name added to Slickpoo praised South- observed, “The Tribe’s Wa- in 1974, was lauded by Allen the certificate. Bessie Scott is er for her “unselfish service” ter Rights Administration Slickpoo Jr., the Senior Ad- suffering some medical prob- to the Nez Perce people. Both Code ensures that the Tribe she and Scott were elected – not the Bureau of Indian overwhelmingly by a majority Affairs—is responsible for of the seniors, Slickpoo said. administering the Tribe’s As they sat side-by- water rights. This approval side while pictures were tak- has been a long time coming en and congratulations of- -- we submitted our Code in fered, Scott leaned over to 2018, and we met with the Souther and said: “At least Department of the Interior we won’t challenge the elec- Continue Reading Water Code tion and demand a recount.” on Page 3 2 CULTURAL Nimiipuutímtki- The People’s Language (Nee-mee-poo-timt-key) January Wilúupup (wa-lew-poop) “Cold air travels” Snowflakes ‘a’áanm ‘icu’yéeks a-onm its-oo-yeks Tree tewlíikt touw-leakt Snowball méeqe’nim poxpok’ala mecka-nim poh-poe-calla Snowman méeqe’nim háama mecka-nim homma Winter ‘ením en-im It is cold ‘icwéey’s híiwes its-way-is he-wiss It is foggy hi’péecese he-pat-sissa It is raining hiwéeqise he-wack-issa NIMIIPUU TRIBAL TRIBUNE The Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune is published twice a month, on the first and third Wednesday. Our mission is to publish a timely and credible resource for our loyal readers and provide local information relevant to the Nimiipuu people and surrounding communities. Our vision is to disseminate content of interest to readers and to ensure this news publication is accessible by all. In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, we are working to cut down on paper waste and printing cost. Hard copies will be available upon request only. Enrolled Nez Perce Tribal members are able to receive hard copies at no cost (limit one per household). For businesses and non-enrolled Nez Perce Tribal members, the hard copy subscription fee is $36 annually. The online version is free for everyone. Subscribe today! For more information regarding submissions, subscriptions, classified ads, display ad rates, dates and deadlines, visit: http://nezperce.org/government/communications/ Contact: Chantal C. Ellenwood 208-621-4807 [email protected] Mailing: P.O. Box 365 Physical: 120 Bever Grade Lapwai, ID 83540 Wilúupup | January CULTURAL 3 Water Code Continued regulation, dispute resolution, from Front Page and use of Tribal water rights Office of the Solicitor in Sep- consistent with the needs of tember, 2019 as part of our ecosystems, natural resourc- Washington, DC delegation.” es, and cultural resources.” The Tribe’s Water “As we look forward Rights Administration Code to a future in which water be- was adopted by NPTEC on comes even more valuable for December 31, 2019 by Nez all uses, this Code ensures Perce Resolution 20-117 fol- that the Tribe will be respon- lowing a 30-day tribal member sible for making the decisions comment period. The Inte- about the protection and use rior’s required review focused of its water rights,” concluded on ensuring that the rights of Chairman Wheeler. “We will Allottees, to the use of wa- be putting a team together to ter in quantities necessary to develop strategies, but we are carry out the purposes of a confident this will be a great trust allotment, are secure. opportunity for the Tribal mem- The overarching pur- bership. This large step will al- pose of the Code, set forth low us to further diversify our in section 3-3-2, is “[t]o pro- revenue streams and continue vide an orderly system for development for a healthy, the protection, allocation, and prosperous people.” Winter Session of Strengthening Families Program to be Offered (Kamiah)-The Upriv- children is available, as well there has shown that youth in more than 25 countries. er Youth Leadership Council as mileage reimbursement for who took part in the program (UYLC) will be offering The all families who complete the have had significantly lower For more informa- Strengthening Families Pro- entire fourteen-week class. rates of using alcohol and tion, including how to reg- gram (SFP) beginning Janu- After dinner, families other drugs and have also ister for upcoming sessions, ary 20th. This program is a are divided into groups, with had fewer behavioral prob- please contact Tina Brot- free, fourteen-week interac- adults and children meeting lems in school. The program nov at (208)-743-0392 or tive workshop for parents and separately. In their session, is offered in all 50 states and email [email protected]. children ages 12 to 16. Classes youths are led by two trained will begin at 5:30 pm at the facilitators through various UPRIVERYOUTHLEADERSHIPCOUNCIL Kamiah High School, and are activities, games, and discus- PRESENTS- facilitated by Jennifer Heitman, sions. Issues that are covered AT KAMIAH HIGH SCHOOL (711 9TH ST) Carrie Wiley, Amber Hood- include setting goals, appreci- man, and Tina Brotnov. COV- ating their parents, and deal- ID-19 protocols and protective ing with peer pressure, among STRENGTHENING measures will be observed. other topics. In the meantime, The sessions, which are the parents, working with a FAMILIES PROGRAM designed to improve relation- trained facilitator as well, dis- ships between parents and cuss different expectations NOW TAKING REGISTRATION FOR WINTER SEASON their children, include dinner, of parents that occur when games, discussions, shared ac- raising adolescents, such as EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING JANUARY 20TH FOR 14 tivities and more. Each week's showing love, setting limits, WEEKS. 5:30 - 8:00. two-and-a-half-hour session making house rules, and en- begins with a free family din- couraging good behavior. The Provided : Dinner, All Program Materials, Ideas and ner. "We will offer nutritious parents and their children Activities for the Family , and Mileage meals that are family-friendly then reunite for a one-hour Reimbursement. Childcare is available. through an Aim High New York family activity that promotes For Adults with Youth Ages 12-16 Life Grant as well as partner- team building. “This program To Register Call Tina Brotnov (208-743-0392) or ships with local restaurants will enlarge your tool belt as a email [email protected] and churches" said Sharlene parent,” stated Jennifer Heit- But hurry, this is limited to 10 families! Johnson, UYLC Executive Di- man, a Kamiah Middle School rector. Johnson also noted that teacher who participated in there will be family-friendly the training, “You will gain door prizes throughout the skills and strategies that build course and that all graduat- your family’s relationships.” ing families will be entered Strengthening Families into a drawing for a grand was developed at Iowa State prize. Childcare for younger University. Research done Wilúupup | January 4 COMMUNITY A New Level of Fitness Comes to the Nez Perce Reservation With 2021 being a new own personal experience to year, many people have de- be paramount to his success veloped health and fitness and heavily contributes to his resolutions.