Pawnee nation and Pawnee nation College employees recognized

article on Page 12 Pawnee nation of P.l. 102-477 Program Honored article on Page 4 April/May 2012 Page 2 Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Message from the President Pawnee Business Council NOWA! Members President: Greetings to all members of Marshall Gover the great Pawnee Nation. As we come up to this time Vice President: of year many people think of Charles “Buddy” Lone Chief Easter and associate it with Secretary: bunny rabbits, eggs and bas- Linda Jestes kets, but the true meaning of Easter is the resurrection of our Treasurer: Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Roy Taylor The have always been spiritual people, Council Seat 1: believing and praying to Atius Richard Tilden Tirawahut. When the mission- Council Seat 2: aries came, the Pawnees were Karla Knife Chief not surprised that they brought with them their teachings of Council Seat 3: Jesus Christ. To the Pawnees Jimmy Fields it was very reasonable that the Father would have a Son. With Council Seat 4: that I want to wish everyone a Carol L Nuttle joyous holiday as we celebrate the true meaning of Easter. Chaticks si Chaticks Mother’s Day is also coming up. This is a time to celebrate, thank and pay tribute to all mothers. Our mothers are very special to us. So far this year we Pawnee Nation have enjoyed different functions celebrating mothers with a Peyote meeting Communications Manager and a handgame for a mother turning 90 years of age. Mothers have shown Toni Hill their pride and honored their young ones in the arena and in handgames. Media Contact: We look forward to great things happening in the near future. There are [email protected] many functions we look forward to, such as the Memorial Dance, the Home- Cover Photo: coming and also the arrival of a custom Pendleton Blanket in the design of the Pawnee Nation employees: (Top, Left to Right) Richard Roubedeaux, Pawnee Flag. five years; Patrick LeadingFox, 15 Once again I would like to reiterate that we are members of the greatest years; David Kanuho, 15 years and Monty Matlock, 15 years. (Bottom, Nation in the world, the Pawnee Nation. We are known as “Men of Men” or Left to Right) Suzanne Knife Chief, five years, President Marshall Gover “Chaticks si Chaticks”. We can do and achieve anything with prayer and sup- and Florissa Kanuho, 25 years. port of one another. Pawnee Nation employees not pictured: James Rice, five years and Please pray for our Pawnee leaders, tribal members, employees and all In- Steve Moore, five years. Pawnee Nation College employ- dian people, that we may have health, happiness and prosperity. ees not pictured: Randa Shemwell, 10 years and Amber Whiteshirt, five years. Photo Caption: President Marshall Gover. Photo by Jamie Nelson Photo by Toni Hill Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 3 April/May 2012

education Free General Educational Development (GED) Title Vi senior Program april 22 - 28 classes are ongoing until May. Classes are held Bingo held from 12:30 to 1:30 every Wednes- Pawnee Nation Learning Center celebrates the on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 - 8 p.m. in day and a 50/50 raffl e and bake sale sponsored lives of children. Planned events include “A the Cultural Learning Center. For more every other Friday beginning April 6. Donated Walk to Remember,” “Teaching and Teachers information, contact Matt Jim, Youth Services baked items are accepted and chances are three Matter,” “Share a Book,” “Go Blue” and “Fam- coordinator, at (918)762-3227. (3) for $1. For more information, contact the ily Appreciation Day.” For more information, Title VI Senior Program at (918) 762-4042. call (918) 762-2489. Health Substance Abuse Program (SAP) april 13, May 9 & 23 July 6 Every Wednesday of the month, the SAP Pawnee Business Council Meetings held in the Deadline to enroll in the fall 2012 term of the support group meets from 7 - 8 p.m. in the Roam Chief Building. For more information, Higher Education Program. Visit the Pawnee SAP building. For more information, call call (918) 762-3621. Nation Web site or call (918) 762-3227 for ( 918) 762-2153. details. april 22 Diabetes Program Kitkahaki Dance sponsored by Kitkahaki Chiefs Visit www.pawneenation.org for informa- On Wednesdays from 11 a.m. - noon and Fri- Ralph Haymond and Morgan Littlesun held at tion about the Pawnee Tribe and upcoming days from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. the Diabetes the Camp Grounds. For more information, con- events. Program provides blood sugar checks. For tact Ralph Haymond at (918)762-3821 or (918) more information, call (918) 762-4045. 606-5520.

Earth, Wind and Fire offers emergency response Training By Gerald Woommavovah Emergency Coordinator forcement, Division of and local representatives from numerous agen- Natural Resources and cies participated in the planning process to assist Safety, Information EOCs around the State to receive the adequate Technology (IT), the training and knowledge needed to handle pos- Division of Finance, sible disasters in the future. the Executive Offi ce Earth, Wind and Fire consisted of two sep- and the Communica- arate shifts and required briefi ngs between the tions Department. two shifts. Interjections were given out through- Other jurisdic- out each shift and required replies back to the tions from Pawnee State EOC within a timely manner. County that partici- Scenarios included tornados, a sink hole on

Photo by Toni Hill pated include the Paw- Highway 64, wide power outages, road damag- Participants of the Oklahoma State-Wide Emergency Operations Center Functional Exer- nee County Emergency es, road blockage, structure fi res, animal control cise, “Earth, Wind and Fire discuss strategy. Manager, Pawnee Coun- problems and sheltering throughout the county. On Feb. 28, 2012, Pawnee Nation partici- ty Commissioners, City Pawnee Nation’s EOC has been in opera- pated in the Oklahoma State-Wide Emergency of Pawnee Emergency Manager, Pawnee Fire tion since February 2011 and is always being Operations Center (EOC) Functional Exercise, Department, City of Cleveland Emergency Man- improved to meet and adapt to the community’s Earth, Wind and Fire. This exercise was coordi- ager, Cleveland Fire Department, Oklahoma needs. nated by the Oklahoma Offi ce of Homeland Se- State Health Department, American Red Cross, Pawnee Nation’s IT Department has done a curity, the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Peninsula Fire Department and Basin Fire De- great job in keeping this EOC up and running Management and the Federal Emergency Man- partment. and providing vital technical support while agement Agency Region VI. This exercise established a learning environ- emergency operations are in full force. EOCs throughout the state were asked to par- ment for emergency personal and community Pawnee Nation now has an established pro- ticipate as well as the Tribal Nations. Pawnee leaders to exercise emergency response plans, cess and the needed technology at hand to re- Nation participants in the exercise included the policies and procedures. spond and manage incidents and disasters that Department of Emergency Services, Law En- To provide an effective exercise, experts may affect our community. Page 4 Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma P.L. 102-477 Program Honored by Freda Tippeconnie Education Division Director The 2012 Public Law “Program of the Year.” 102-477 National Confer- This year that award ence was held at the Grand was given to the Pawnee Traverse Resort and Spa in Nation of Oklahoma P.L. Acme, Mich., March 5 - 102-477 Program. 8. The Pawnee Nation 477 An award ceremony Program AOTR is Jeffery was held at the last general Barwick. He came to Paw- session of the conference nee in March 2011 to com- on Thursday, March 8. plete a program review. He There are four Award- was very impressed with ing Official Technical the amount of support we Representatives (AOTRs) receive from our Council, employed by the Of- which included the pur- fice of Indian Energy and chase of the Berry Building Economic Development and the renovation of the (OIEED) that are respon- upstairs for our Education sible for providing support Offices, classrooms and and overseeing a certain computer lab. number of tribes’ P.L. 102- Barwick was also 477 programs. pleased with the way our Each of the AOTRs staff was cross-trained and The plaque awarded to the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Submitted photo presented an award to one able to work together to P.L. 102-477 Program.

Freda Tippeconnie holds the plaque awarded to the Submitted photo Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma P.L. 102-477 Program. of their tribes, but they also provide services for our cli- voted on one program as the ents.

Native American Finding Critical, Supporters Needed by Freda Tippeconnie Education Division Director

The Pawnee Nation of Okla- One of the most prevalent activ- force Investment Fund, The State to speak up, from the youth that par- homa currently receives Workforce ities within our 477 Program is the Youth Workforce Investment Fund, ticipate in the summer youth work Investment Act (WIA) funding from Summer Youth Work Program. The Veterans Workforce Investment programs in our various communi- the Department of Labor through However, these services are cur- Fund and The Targeted Populations ties to the program participants we our Public Law 102-477 Program, rently in danger. Workforce Investment Fund. are trying to work with to increase which is the largest program within Taxpayers currently pay to pro- This would have a negative their education, training, employ- the Education Division. vide 47 separate federal job training impact on our Indian and Native ment, earnings and job retention. WIA is the principal workforce programs, but 33 of these programs American (INA) programs because Letters need to be written to en- development legislation in the Unit- are said to overlap and provide the the funding that has been distrib- sure those people representing us ed States. same types of services for partici- uted to the 163 tribes, tribal organi- know what a detrimental effect H.R. The focus of our P.L. 102-477 pants. zations, consortia, community orga- 3610 will have on our communities. Program is to improve the quality of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx nizations across the country (19 in Please contact our office at the workforce, reduce welfare de- (R-NC) introduced H.R. 3610, the Oklahoma) would be moved from [email protected] or pendency and enhance the produc- Streamlining Workforce Develop- the federal to the state level. (918)762-3227 for more informa- tion and effectiveness of our clients. ment Programs Act on Dec. 8, 2011 It will be up to the states to de- tion. Some of the services we provide in an effort to combine these job termine how the money would be Also, feel free to visit http:// include assisting with job searches, training programs and improved distributed, which is a violation of www.ninaetc.net/hr3610.pdf. temporary job training placements, services. our sovereignty. Example letters and templates assistance with vocational training Foxx’s idea is to pool the 33 pro- H.R. 3610 has been referred to are also available at www.pawneen- programs, resume preparation, sup- grams that duplicate services into 12 different committees for review ation.org. portive services, as well as needs- four Workforce Investment Funds, and comment. related payments. which are the following. The Work- It is very important for everyone Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 5 The WHPP Encourages Healthy Activity And Congratulates Winners By Suzy Knife Chief HP/DP Healthy Nation Coordinator tion Program (WHPP) Ad- visory Board, who voted for the challenge to consid- er weight loss percentage instead of actual weight loss. The viewpoint re- mained that the partici- pants were coming from very different body shapes, sizes, heights and weights. A fair way to measure the weight lost existed by de- termining the percentage Photo by Crystal Underwood Third place winners, “The Spears,” Richard and Kacie Spears, received a of a participant’s body three-month membership to the Pawnee Nation Fitness Center. weight. On March 14, the WHPP Board sponsored a participants to change their eating habits and

Photo by Crystal Underwood healthy cook-out for all the par- lifestyle behaviors to include healthy options. First-place winners “The Pokes,” Darrel Banning and Tiffany Frietze, show off ticipants in congratulating them on For more information, please contact HPDP their certificates. “The Pokes” also won the consolidated entry fee and money their accomplishments. Along with gained from the weigh-ins. Healthy Nation Program at (918) 762-2153. the cook-out was a fun activ- The Tiny Tot Basketball League had a total of ity and the announcement of 102 boys and girls, from 2nd through 5th grades, winners. participate, 34 percent were Native American. First place winners, who received the By organizing leagues, physical activity has in- consolidated entry fee and money gained creased for the 102 students that participated in from the weigh-ins, were the “The Pokes,” basketball. This is creating a social approach to- Darrel Banning and Tiffany Frietze. Sec- wards a physical activity environment. The stu- ond place winners were “The Mustangs,” dents practiced twice a week for an hour each Robbie Harjo and Jackie Beard and third with games on Saturdays. The goal was to in- place winners were the “The Spears,” crease the support and encouragement offered to Richard and Kacie Spears who received the participants that will lead to increased physi- a six-month membership and three-month cal activity and confidence in the ability to work membership respectively to the Pawnee Nation Fitness Center.

out. Photo by Toni Hill The Weight Loss Challenge, which kicked It was great to see how many partici- off Jan. 9, ended on March 12. This challenge pants finished the competition. The goal Pam Ellis, R.N. (l) and Renee Cravens R.N. assist with documenting was created by the Wellness and Health Promo- of the two-month competition was to get vital statistics. Cravens holds up the equivalent of five pounds of fat. Human Resources Application Procedures Change

In an effort to become paperless and more efficient, the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma’s office of Human Resources will now require applicants to apply online at www.pawneenation.org. Applicants will be able to access a link to our online application. A valid email address is required in order to apply for any vacancies. For more information, contact Shelby Exum, Human Resource specialist at (918) 762-3621 x52 or via email at [email protected]. news from Human Resources Dawna Bowman was selected as Accountant. Ms. Bowman began her new position on Feb. 21, 2012. Pa w n e e Jannae Kanuho was selected as Housekeeper. Ms. Kanuho began her new position on N at i o n Feb. 20, 2012. Ramona Horsechief was selected as Head Cook. Ms. Horsechief began her new position welcomes on Jan. 18, 2012. Page 6 Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Construction Continues For The U.S. 64 Entrance To Tribal Complex By Toni Hill Communications Manager mick, project manager. Safety (PN DOTS) will begin mak- “The final stage of ing plans for Phase ll, which will work will be to place the include roadway paving and the Burmuda sod for addi- formation of curbs, gutters and side- tional slope and bank sta- walks. bilization.” Once finished, a new route will This structure will be available for travel to and from link the Pawnee Nation of the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma Oklahoma complex and offices, the Pawnee Nation College, the Indian Health Servic- the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the es center to U.S. 64 East. Pawnee Indian Health Services cen- The bridge project ter, which provides medical services had sparked discussion for those living within the multi- for more than a decade county region. due to a need for addi- Other entities benefited include tional access to the Paw- Pawnee Nation Law Enforcement, nee Nation of Oklahoma the Pawnee Nation District Court headquarters. and many other Tribal offices and Currently, the only programs. routes to the Tribal com- “We would like to thank the citi- Photo by Cecil Riding In plex utilize the green zens of Pawnee for their support,” Cranes larger than the men who control them are used to lay the concrete beams. Picture taken Jan. 11, bridge located on East McCormick said. “This develop- 2012. Harrison Street. This passage ment could ease traffic burdens on cars daily, the Pawnee Nation (Busi- is often blocked, and travel existing venues of travel without The construction of a bridge ness Council) felt that another op- delayed, due to railroad usage. having any known negative effects over Black Bear Creek is progress- tion was necessary to ensure safe Brawley Engineering Inc. on business revenue.” ing. The builder, Oklahoma Bridge and unrestricted travel.” designed the new entry in compli- The PN DOTS would like to re- Contractors, is based in Edmond, The bridge deck is in place lead- ance with federal standards required mind the community that the use of Okla. ing to the creation of galvanized by the Federal Highway Adminis- the bridge and roadway is restricted “This project was not designed handrails, additional Rip –Rap bank tration. until official notification. to compromise existing business stabilization and final dirt work. One area of focus involved con- Any concerns should be directed revenue for Pawnee,” said Cecil “The contractors have diligently firming proper water disbursement to the PN DOTS at (918) 762-3655. Riding In, Pawnee Nation transpor- continued their work throughout the to avoid potential flooding. Editor’s note: Article updates tation director. winter months, as the weather al- Upon completion of all bridge provided by Cecil Riding In and Jim “However, based on the number lowed, and will be moving much of and dirt work, the Pawnee Nation McCormick. of commuters that currently use the their equipment and supplies from Department of Transportation and existing pathways, more than 2,700 the job site soon,” said Jim McCor- Photo by Cecil Riding In Photo by Cecil Riding In Concrete beams form the foundation of the bridge. Picture taken Jan. 11, 2012. The finishing touches are being completed for the new bridge. Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 7 Pawnee Indian Health Services Elevates Health Care Options By Toni Hill Communications Manager sets new standards for i n c l u d i n g health care delivery dental, phar- and further advances macy, general the health and well- medical and ness of the American optometry,” Indian and Alaska said Travis Native people.” Scott, IHS One of the major chief execu- changes involves the tive officer. implementation of the “In order to medical home type of meet the pa- treatment which as- tient volume signs a regular health demand and care provider to each provide high patient. This allows quality care, for the development we had to re- of a professional rela- structure our Photo by Toni Hill tionship between the appointment Patty Gordon, medical support assistant, visits with a client regarding physician and client. system.” medical needs. This partnership en- According to ministration involved phone cov- ables the health care Scott, this new procedure eliminates erage. To combat this potential provider to focus on the previous system of scheduling roadblock to care, the facility imple- each person’s unique three to four months in advance. Photo by Toni Hill mented a Call Central area staffed Vicki Ketch, X-Ray technician, monitors screening results. medical background Currently, patients are provided with an appointment clerk and a and needs. with a business card upon check out registered nurse. The clerk handles The Indian Health Service Another area of advising them to call back within a calls involving chronic or routine (IHS), an agency within the Depart- change embraces appointment four-week time frame to set an ap- visits while the nurse addresses situ- ment of Health and Human Ser- scheduling. Based on the IPC foun- pointment. ations potentially requiring a same vices, is responsible for providing dation, the goal focuses on provid- This revision has resulted in day appointment. health benefits to American Indians ing appointment availability when a fewer no-shows and opportunities The Call Central format also al- and Alaska Natives. patient wants and needs care. to increase the efficiency of emer- lows the medical professional to of- The access to health services for “We see approximately 5,000 gency care. fer remedies over the phone while federally-recognized tribal mem- individuals a month for services “Since we stated this proce- allowing access to a physician when bers stemmed from agreements be- dure, our no- appropriate. tween the federal government and show rate has “The largest segment of our pop- the tribes. dropped from ulation is getting older meeting the “The IHS is the principal fed- 30 to 15 per- demand for access to a provider will eral health care provider and health cent,” Scott be difficult,” Scott said. “We offer advocate for Indian people, and its said. “Not many services including five adult goal is to raise their health status only does medical clinics and specialists; a pe- to the highest possible level,” said this allow diatrician, a podiatrist, a psycholo- Joyce Oberly, performance im- IHS to offer gist, a licensed social worker and provement officer. “Our local IHS better ser- four dentists. Our specialty clinics facility, the Pawnee Indian Health vice, but this include cardiology, rheumatology Center (PIHC) provides health care p r o c e d u r e and wound care.” services to federally recognized is more cost To assist PIHS in providing the American Indians.” effective for best care, clients are asked to utilize The PIHC is actively participat- the provid- the current phone system. ing in the Improving Patient Care ers and more For same day appointments, call (IPC) initiative. efficient.” (918) 762-6548 and for chronic/rou- “The aim of the IPC program Another tine care, call (918) 762-6539. For is to change and improve the Indian c h a l l e n g e Photo by Toni Hill informational inquires, individuals Health system,” Oberly said. “The Dr. Gary Myers demonstrates a foot examination with the assistance of faced by Mary Big Soldier, nurses’ assistant. may call the main line at (918) 762- result will be a medical home that PIHC’s ad- 2517. Page 8 Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MEETING NOTES at this time. will get additional information and software. They have carry-over The following are only a brief request an appraisal and bring ad- funds identified for this item. synopsis of topics and actions New Business (Added items): ditional information to the next Motion carries to approve the taken by the Pawnee Business Council meeting. No other action purchase. Council (PBC). The PBC min- 1. Approval of Budgets – The was taken at this time. 5. Godberson Lease - The utes range from seven to eleven Finance Director is still compil- Property Department has negoti- or more pages. If you would like ing information and asked that this Jan. 25, 2012, PBC Meeting ated the lease of what is known as to review a complete set, please agenda item be tabled. Motion to the “Day Property” that is adja- contact the executive office. table carries. Seven Council members were cent to the Tribal Reserve. Mike present. President Gover was Godberson is willing to lease the Jan. 18, 2012, PBC Meeting: excused. Council members, the land again and the revised lease Jan. 11, 2012 PBC Meeting: Executive Director, and the TDC was approved by Council. Six Council members were pres- General Manager provided re- 6. Approval of Budgets: The All Council members were pres- ent. Richard Tilden and Jim ports on their activities since the Budgets were tabled until Feb. 8. ent and provided reports on their Fields were excused. There were previous PBC meeting. 7. Purchase of Pawnee Pend- meetings and Committees since no Committee Reports or reports leton. This item was tabled to the last Council meeting. Execu- from the Executive Director or The minutes of the Jan. 11, 2012 determine the funding source. tive Director Dawna Hare and General Manager of the TDC. and Jan. 18, 2012 PBC meeting 8. Lucy Jim Allotment - The General Manager Roger Foster of This was intended to be a one-item were approved. Council requested additional in- the Tribal Development Corpora- agenda, however President Gover formation. The item was tabled tion (TDC) provided reports. asked for two items to be added to Old Business: and a letter will be sent to the the agenda for discussion. BIA indicating the Pawnee Na- The minutes of the Dec. 14, 2011 1. Appointments to TDC tion’s intent to purchase and re- and Dec. 28, 2011 PBC Meetings Executive Session: Board of Directors – Resolutions questing a list of all the heirs and were approved. 11-113 and 11-114 were tabled. an appraisal. 2. The Council reviewed a 9. Elmo Thomas Morgan – During the Executive Director’s confidential legal issue with attor- New Business: Mr. Morgan thanked the Council report, Ranger Monty Matlock neys from NARF. No action was for their support of the American presented last minute informa- taken at this time. This was attor- 1. Resolution 12-01 – Reap- Indian Exposition and his ap- tion he had received regarding ney/client privileged information pointment to TDC Board was ta- pointment as the Pawnee Direc- the tribes water quality standards. only. bled. Council made a motion that tor. He gave a brief report on the Council agreed to allow him to all tabled items be standing items Exposition and the new Princess, submit the water quality standards New Business (Added items): on the next agenda until they are Autumn Only A Chief. Mr. Mor- to the Environmental Protection disposed of and the motion car- gan also asked Richard Tilden Agency approval. 2. President Gover asked per- ried. and Roy Taylor to be among the mission from the Council to pursue 2. Resolution 12-02 – ANA honored Veterans at the Native Old Business: having a custom-made, Pawnee Language Grant. The Resolution American Marine Organization Pendleton blanket designed. All was approved to submit the ANA ceremony that will be held on 1. Letter of Intent – This item Council members present agreed Language Grant. Nov. 10, 2012. Both accepted. is regarding a possible Internet it was a good idea and additional 3. Request to purchase - The Pay Day Loan opportunity for the information will be brought to the Transportation Department had Executive Session: Tribe. Attorney General Geoffrey next full Council meeting. No three requests for purchases. Bids attended the meet- other action taken. were provided for each purchase 1. Resolution 12-03 – Approv- ing and provided his opinion re- and all three were approved by al of Settlement – Nez Perce v. garding the information received. 3. President Gover also re- Council. These requests are to Salazar. No action was taken af- He suggests that the TDC con- ported to the Council that he re- purchase a Field Transportation ter coming out of Executive Ses- sider this item and that the Paw- ceived a letter from the BIA that vehicle, the Goosebody truck bed sion pending an opinion of Attor- nee Nation consider updating its a person is requesting to sell trust for the vehicle and a Line-Strip- ney General Geoffrey Standing banking codes to include a lend- land. The person that wants to buy ing machine. The Transportation Bear. ing code. If the TDC does not ac- it is not Pawnee; therefore the BIA Budget has sufficient funds in the cept this offer, the PBC can create requires the tribe’s permission equipment line item for these pur- an LLC, update the lending codes to sell the land. President Gover chases. PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MEETING and accept the offer. At this time, suggests that the Council deny the 4. Request to Purchase - The NOTES continued on page 9. it is referred to the TDC Board of request and consider purchasing Pawnee Nation College requested Directors. No other action taken the land for the tribe. Mrs. Hare to purchase 17 new computers and Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 9 PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MEETING NOTES

Feb. 4, 2012 Quarterly PBC Meet- appraisal was discussed. No ac- dential Settlement Agreement – portation signs – The Program ing: tion needed or taken at this time. Nez Perce vs. Salazar. asked that this agenda item be removed. After submitting the Six Council members were pres- New Business: After coming out of Executive request to be on the agenda, they ent. Karla Knife Chief and Jim Session, Council tabled Resolu- found another source for less Fields were excused. Executive 1. Approval of the TDC Leas- tion 12-03. money. Director Dawna Hare provided an es – Corporate Office and Trad- 3. Enrollment Resolutions: introduction to the quarterly re- ing Post. The Council requested Feb. 22, 2012 PBC Meeting The Council approved six reso- port and all division directors pro- a Market Study to determine what lutions for Enrollment. All had vided reports on their programs. the appropriate rental fee would Seven Council members were been reviewed by the Nasharo No business was conducted at this be. Item was tabled to conduct he present. President Gover was ex- Council. Resolution 12-06 was meeting. study and assess the needs of the cused. Executive Director Dawna to add new applicants, Resolution buildings. Hare provided a report. There 12-07 Documenting Deceased Feb. 8, 2012 PBC Meeting 2. Approve to Develop Lend- was not TDC report requested at members, Resolutions 12-08 and ing Code – President Gover re- this meeting. 12-09 are for Conditional Relin- Seven Council members were quested permission to have the quishments, Resolution 12-10 for present. Carol Nuttle was excused. Attorney General develop Lend- The minutes of the Feb. 4, 2012 an Absolute Relinquishment and All Council members provided ing Codes for the Pawnee Nation. quarterly and the Feb. 8, 2012 12-11 was for a Change in Blood a report on their meetings and Motion carries. PBC Meeting were not ready and Quantum. All were approved. Committees since the last Council 3. Discussion and possible ap- were tabled. meeting. Executive Director Daw- proval of Letter of Intent – Inter- Executive Session: na Hare and Cecil Sterne, Acting net Pay Day Loans. The Council Old Business: Chairperson of the TDC provided approved a motion to drop this is- 1. Resolution 12-03 – Nez reports to Council. Mr. Sterne in- sue and not consider it. 1. Appointments to TDC Board Perce vs. Salazar – was tabled. formed the Council that Mr. Roger 4. Community Development – (three positions) – Tabled until Council will hold a special meet- Foster was no longer employed for Fund Investment Presentation. 03-14-12 ing on Feb. 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. the TDC. Mrs. Hare gave a report on this 2. Resolution 12-03 – Nez to review this information. organization and asked Council Perce vs. Salazar was moved into The minutes of the Jan. 18, 2012 to allow her to pursue additional Executive Session. Feb. 28, 2012 PBC Meeting: and Jan. 25, 2012 PBC meetings information. The Council agreed 3. Approval of Budgets: The were approved. and it is reported that when it is Budget Committee recommended All Council members were pres- developed it will be brought back the approval of 22 Program Bud- ent. There were not Committee Old Business: to Council for approval. gets. Council approved. Reports or reports from the Ex- 5. Resolution 12-05 – Ap- 4. TDC Leases – Property pro- ecutive Director or TDC. 1. Appointments to the TDC prove Revisions to the Gaming vided the results of the Market Board – Resolutions 11-113 and Ordinance. The Gaming Commis- Study and the assessment of the The Minutes of the Feb. 4, 2012 11-114 were tabled for one month. sion and Attorney General Geof- needs of each building leased by Quarterly Meeting and the Feb. 2. Appointment to TDC frey Standing Bear reported they TDC. The Council approved both 8, 2012 PBC Meeting were ap- Board – Resolution 12-01 – This have been working on the Gaming the TDC Lease and the Trading proved. was also tabled for one month. Ordinance since the Administra- Post Lease. These now have to 3. Approval of Budgets – The tive Procedures Act was revised. be approved by the TDC Board of Executive Session: budgets were tabled. Council approved Resolution 12- Directors. 4. Approval to Purchase 05 and the revisions are to be sent 1. Resolution 12-03 – Nez Pawnee Pendleton for resale – to the NIGC for final approval. New Business: Perce vs. Salazar. After com- Approved. Council approved a 6. Approval of 2011 Auditor ing out of Executive Session the Drawdown of Proceeds of Labor – Mid West Professionals. Mid 1. OST and BIA Representa- Council voted to approve the res- by Resolution 12-04 to accomplish West Professionals performed the tives – Information sharing. The olution and submit it to NARF. the design and purchase of the 2010 Audit and did a great job. staff from the BIA and the Of- Pendleton blanket. Mrs. Hare is requesting we extend fice of Special Trustee joined the 5. Lucy Jim Allotment – Mrs. their contract for two more years. meeting to review the tribes P.L. Hare informed Council that the Approved by Council. account, upcoming Oil and Gas PAWNEE BUSINESS COUNCIL MEETING letter was sent to the BIA that was and Agriculture Lease sales, land NOTES continued from page 8. requested at the last PBC meeting. Executive Session: issues, etc. No action was taken. The time-frame and process for the 1. Resolution 12-03 – Confi- 2. Purchase Request – Trans- Page 10 Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Ted Moore And Freda Tippeconnie Selected As Representatives Of CoLA By Toni Hill Communications Manager C o n g r a t u - much larger community. vidual skills, knowledge and networks.” lations to Ted Moore and Tippeconnie join 25 other repre- Moore, Pawnee sentatives selected for this honor. Both Moore and Tippeconnie will serve the Nation tribal According to Daniel Lemm, director of Pro- Central Region cohort and will attend the Na- planner and grant grams and Finance for Native Americans in Phi- tional Summit held in Los Angeles, Calif. April writer, and Freda lanthropy (NAP), CoLA is an 18-month leader- 24-27. Tippeconnie, di- ship development program designed to “enhance Two areas of professional development of- vision director and empower Native American leadership in the fered during the convention include “Founda- for the Educa- philanthropic and nonprofit sectors.” tion Leadership and Governance” and “Non- tion and Training Lemm further explained that a new partner- profit Leadership and Governance.” department, for ship between NAP and The Center for Leader- One way the CoLA leaders will demonstrate their recent ap- ship Innovation (TCLI) allows for more re- service is by volunteering at the Native Philan- pointment to the sources to be accessible in order to meet CoLA’s thropy Institute April 25 - 27. Circle of Lead- objectives. “By being a CoLA leader I would eventually ership Academy Benefits to CoLA participants include di- have the skills, knowledge and resources to as- (CoLA). Moore verse training in addition to networking and sist our community to develop programs for our and Tippeconnie mentorship opportunities that continue after the museum, seeds preservation, language and other will utilize their 18-month commitment concludes. Pawnee cultural projects,” Moore said. “I look p h i l a n t h r o p i c “The CoLA program enriches leadership forward to the challenge.” Photo by Toni Hill Ted Moore stands ready to serve skills to serve a skills that are firmly rooted in Native values and Pawnee Tribal member Carly Hare serves as others through his participation in traditions,” Lemm said “The CoLA leaders will the executive director of NAP. CoLA. Freda Tippeconnie is pictured on page 4 and not included in the be challenged to develop and increase their indi- above photo by her request.

The Multi-Generational Effect Due To Unresolved Trauma By Mike Ortiz Substance Abuse Program Counselor How we experience trauma is greatly af- • Denial that a problem exists. feels like there are two wolves inside me. One fected by what we learned growing up. No two • Looking to keep things chaotic or dra- is respectful. He wants to wants be helpful and people will have the same experience when the matic. always do the right thing. The other is angry and opportunity to respond arises. Usually, what we • Unable to relax and enjoy life. wants to hurt and yell at people. He tries to fight learn is a reflection of another’s behavior based As we reflect back on these characteristics instead of getting along. These two wolves are on what they learned from their own personal are we able to recognize any that may have been always fighting inside me.” The grandson looks experiences. As an example lets take into con- passed on from grandparents to parents and our- confused, and finally asks, “Which wolf wins?” sideration a family whose father is mainly ab- selves. More importantly do we see any that we Grandfather tells him, “Whichever one I feed!” sent because of work and spending many nights may be passing on to our own children? This story is told in many different forms. in the bars. When he is home he is usually quiet Learning to change how we act is difficult Each version is telling us that regardless of the but occasionally given to violence. The mother to do so a story will be used to reflect a simple obstacle we are faced with, we alone make the works hard all day and comes home nervous or truth. decision on which path we take. Once we under- anxious because she does not know what to ex- Grandfather is watching his grandson com- stand and accept this then we can decide which pect when she walks in. With the scenario given ing home from school and sees that something behaviors we want to keep because they make us we have to ask ourselves these two questions: is wrong and asks if he will share with him, his feel good about ourselves and allow us to build 1. What type of life lessons can the chil- problem. The grandson hesitates and grandpa a desirable lifestyle. We can also make that de- dren be expected to learn from this existence? waits patiently for him to begin. cision about what we want to change because 2. How will there behavior as adults be im- Finally grandson speaks and tells him that he of the difficulties that behavior has caused with pacted? is being bullied and tormented at school by some others. The choices we make every day will af- There are many behavioral characteris- of the kids at school. Grandson says that he tries fect our own personal future as well as our com- tics that can be displayed by adult children of to ignore them but they keep on. Grandson says munity’s future. alcoholics and some will be listed below: that he does not want to get in trouble at school Trauma comes in many forms and the life • Afraid to trust someone else. but at the same time wants to act out against skills we learned in the past and teach to the fu- • Taking on more responsibility than can them. He asks Grandfather what he thinks he ture have far reaching results in how we choose be handled. should do. Grandfather picks his words careful- to confront it. We can bring the circle back to • Fear of depending on another. ly and begins to speak. ” You know I have felt hope and purpose when we weigh what we do • The feeling of having to be in control. that way myself also. Sometimes it with the outcome we want to have. • The feeling of having to be right. Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 11 The Pa

Levi (left) relaxes and enjoys the ride. Photo by Christa Pratt

Ben (above) enjoys the many amenities of Ronnie (top right) takes advantage the current classroom. of the multiple toys at his expo- sure, but takes a moment to smile Kensley (right) takes advantage of the calm for the camera. and safe environment to rest. Photo by Christa Pratt Photo by Christa Pratt FIRST QUARTER 2012 RESOLUTIONS #12-01 – A resolution to Re-appoint to the TDC Board of Directors – Tabled. #12-02 – A Resolution to submit the ANA Language Grant – Approved Jan. 25, 2012. Seven Council members were present, one excused (Lone Chief), Vote was six for, one not voting (President Gover). #12-03 – A Resolution to Approve the Settlement of the Nez Perce v. Salazar case - – Approved Feb. 28, 2012. Eight Council present. Seven for and one not voting (President Gover). #12-04 – A Resolution to Drawdown Proceeds of Labor to order a Pawnee Pendleton design blanket for resale – Approved Feb. 8, 2012. Six for and one excused (Nuttle) and one not voting (President Gover). #12-05 – A Resolution to approve revisions to the Gaming Ordinance – Approved Feb. 8, 2012. Six for and one excused (Nuttle) and one not voting (President Gover). #12-06 – A Resolution for Enrollment – New Applicants – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). #12-07 – A Resolution for Enrollment – Documenting Deceased – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). #12-08 – A Resolution for Enrollment – Conditional Relinquishment – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). #12-09 – A Resolution for Enrollment – Conditional Relinquishment – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). #12-10 – A Resolution for Enrollment – Absolute Relinquishment – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). #12-11 – A Resolution for Enrollment – Change in Blood Quantum – Approved Feb. 22, 2012 by a vote of six for, one excused (President Gover) and one not voting (Vice-President Lone Chief). Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 12 Employees Honored for Years of Service

Pawnee Nation and Pawnee Nation College employees.

enings Pawnee Nation and Pawnee Nation College employees were honored by the Executive Staff on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012. During the luncheon,

pp Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover thanked employees for their hard work and dedication to the Tribe stating that each in- dividual “was important and each person has an important job regardless of title.”

Gover also shared his vision of taking the Pawnee Nation and Pawnee Nation College colleagues wait patiently for the meeting to Pawnee Tribe and Nation to a worldwide rec- ognition through building on the foundation already in place and expanding through educa- tion, development and faith. “Right now Pawnee Nation is a small Na- tion, but mighty in spirit and action,” Gover said. “Our seal represents the Chaticks si Chaticks, “men of men”, that will build Paw- nee Nation step by step. Together, we can do anything that we determined to fulfill because we are members of the greatest Nation on the face of this earth.”

Louise Stevens coordinates activities to ensure that the event runs smoothly while Rhonda James and others work in the background preparing food. Pawnee nation ha nation Pawnee Photos by JToni Hill Above: Carrie Peters (right) offers homemade treats while Christal Windholz (left) prepares salad for the luncheon. (Left to right, front row) Gerald Woommavovah, Josh Daniel, Kelly Kersey and Monty Mat- Right: Employees wait patiently for the signal to partake of lock enjoy a moment of relaxation. the delicious offerings. Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 13 President Gover speaks at the American Indian Festival Of Words p awnee nation ha nation awnee

Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover and wife, Jaci, pose in front of the display at the Peggy V. Helmerich Library fol- lowing Gover’s presentation.

On March 20, Pawnee Business Council President Marshall Gover presented “The Past and Future of the Pawnee Nation and Pawnee Scouts” at the Peggy V. Hel- merich Library in Tulsa, Okla. This demonstration was part of the 2012 American Indian Festival of Words sponsored in part by Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. Other sponsors included the College of the pp Nation, Friends of the Helm- erich Library and the Tulsa City-County Library Green

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Photo caption: Left: A picture of the display representing Pawnee Na- tion of Oklahoma and the Pawnee Tribe located at the Tulsa County-City Library in downtown Tulsa. Top Right: A picture of the display filled with mementos of Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma and the Pawnee Tribe located at the Peggy V.

Helmerich Library in Tulsa, Okla. Hill Toni by Photos Artists profiled include PBC Vice- President Charles Lone Chief, Sonny Howell and Charles Chapman. Photo credit: Toni Hill. Displays ar- ranged by Toni Hill, communications manager with assistance by Gordon Adams, THPO officer and Sonny Howell, artist. Page 14 chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Sexual Assault Not Defined By Status, Gender Or Age By Chelsie Baldwin VAW Advocate scandal involving social status or age. loved ones? All of us have a role in former Penn State Sexual assault occurs quite of- building safe, healthy relationships football assistant ten actually and even two times and communities. When we start coach Jerry San- more so in Indian Country. Ac- the trend of talking about things dusky. cording to the Rape, Abuse, & In- that are happening in our commu- Every day the cest National Network (RAINN), nity and taking a stand against it, Pawnee Nation “Forty-four percent of victims are we are making steps in the right Violence Against under age eighteen and eighty per- direction and other people will fol- Women Program cent are under age thirty.” low suit. (VAW) finds We’re talking assaults at a pret- Parents can talk to their chil- ways to stop sex- ty young age, and then they are left dren about healthy relationships ual assault, dat- with the rest of their lives to cope and share warning signs that may ing and domes- with it; most not even reporting equal abuse. Neighbors can call tic violence and the attack to the authorities. “Sixty the authorities when they hear, see stalking by bring- percent of sexual assaults are not or suspect abuse. ing awareness to reported to police and fifteen of Schools can create and enforce the public about sixteen rapists will never spend a zero tolerance policies for harass- these four issues day in jail,” states RAINN. ment and abuse. The local gov- and their preva- Most of the time, you will ernment can coordinate with our

Photo taken fromclip art file lence in our Na- know the offender and it may even program to identify ways to raise The “perfect family” image is often an allusion to the painful real- tive community. be a close friend or family mem- community awareness and help ties that are often experienced within the home. Penn State has ber. Although we do not talk of it, with prevention efforts. definitely raised incest is quite common in homes. Emergency responders must I’m a decent fan of football. I public awareness I am a sexual assault survivor; the document and photograph evi- watch the NFL (National Football about sexual violence and child offender was a family member. dence of abuse while sensitively League) and college ball when I abuse. Wow. I mean, it’s almost It happens in families and that is responding to children who have hang out with my friends. For those incomprehensible. When you think where it has got to stop. Being as- witnessed the abuse. Faith com- of us that watch ESPN (Entertain- of sexual assault you think of girls saulted does not just mean rape. It munities can learn about domes- ment and Sports Programming getting raped at a party or some- is any unwanted sexual attention, tic violence and how to help. For Network) or the news on even a thing, not boys being assaulted by no matter how big or small. more information on sexual as- rare occasion; it was nearly impos- an assistant football coach away at What can be done as individu- sault, stalking and domestic or sible to miss the top sports news college. This directly points to the als and as a community to help dating violence, contact the VAW story — the Pennsylvania State fact that sexual assault does not prevent this violence from hap- Program at (918) 399-3310. University (Penn State) sex abuse pick or choose based on race, sex, pening to our neighbors or to our

Disclaimer: The above article is for informational purposes only and not meant to suggest any actions.

Assistance Available Through Indian Health Service Program Joseph L. Jones Sr. Field Engineer Pawnee Field Station So you have decided to build a septic system always stays wet and problems that some just deal with sewer repairs. The SFC program new house, or maybe you are mov- you can’t even get it mowed, or the and make due, but they are matters is looking for all possible Indian ing a mobile home out onto your grass stays green and the ground is that need to be addressed because homes in the area so that their needs property. Did you know that the spongy. Then you might have a fail- they can have a detrimental health may be evaluated. Indian Health Service (IHS) can ing on site wastewater system. impact on you and your family. To request an application for provide assistance to your family Or, you live in town, and your The IHS Sanitation Facilities services, contact the IHS OEH&E as you go through this exciting time older home has a “slow drain”, and Construction (SFC) program pro- Field Station in Pawnee at Indian to ensure you have a safe water and maybe you have had the plumber vides water and wastewater facili- Health Service, OEH&E Field Sta- sewer system? snake-it-out and they said you have ties for individual Indian homes. tion; 1201 Heritage Circle; Pawnee, Or maybe you already own you something called “orangeberg” for a The program is able to provide wa- OK 74058. Interested individuals home and the grass being greener is sewer service line. You could be in ter and wastewater services to new may also call (918) 762-6580 or e- not a good thing… need of a replacement sewer service and like-new Indian homes (includ- mail at [email protected]. Applica- So you live out in the country, line. ing mobile homes) and to existing tions may also be picked up in base- and you have an area where the These and similar issues are Indian homes in need of water and ment of the Pawnee Indian Health Center. Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 15 Spring Represents A New Beginning In Life By Tiffany Frietze CHR/EMS/HE Coordinator tional Native HIV/ Every ethnic and racial group longer able to fight off other oppor- AIDS Awareness in America has been affected with tunistic infections. Day (NNAAD). HIV/AIDS; however, according to How is HIV transmitted? The The goal is to cre- the Centers of Disease Control & most common ways that HIV is ate a greater aware- Prevention (CDC), American In- transmitted from one person to an- ness of the risk of dians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) other are: having unprotected sexual HIV/AIDS, encour- continue to rank in the top four in intercourse with an HIV-infected age HIV counsel- the nation in the rate of HIV/AIDS person; sharing needles with an ing and testing, and diagnoses. HIV-infected individual; or from decrease the stigma Furthermore, when compared HIV-infected women to their babies associated with HIV/ to other ethnic groups with HIV di- before or during birth or through AIDS-all among Na- agnoses, AI/ANs have the shortest breast feeding. tive people-Native overall survival time, with 87 per- How do I know if I have HIV? Americans, Native cent living longer than three years.” The only way to know if you are in- Alaskans and Native This suggests that many Native peo- fected is to be tested for HIV infec- Hawaiians ple with HIV/AIDS are either diag- tion. You cannot rely on symptoms The four seasons nosed late in the course of infection to know whether or not you are in- are highly respected or are not receiving proper counsel- fected. in Native cultures ing and care, placing them at risk What could I do to prevent because they closely for becoming very sick and further the spread of HIV? The follow- represent the cycle spreading the virus. ing are ways you can take action in of life. Spring repre- Below are a few facts about HIV response to HIV/AIDS: Get tested, sents a time of equal- and AIDS gathered from the CDC practice safer methods to prevent ity and balance; it is Web site, www.cdc.gov. HIV and decide not to engage in a time of profound What is HIV? HIV stands for high risk behaviors.

Photo taken fromclip art file change, new begin- Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Source: Researched From: Centers for Early testing and the making the decision not to engage in high nings and birth. For This virus destroys the body's im- Disease Control and Prevention @ www. risk behavior can help prevent contracting AIDS and spreading cdc.gov, National Native American AIDS the disease. those reasons, the mune system, resulting in AIDS. first day of spring was What is AIDS? AIDS stands for Prevention Center @ www.nnaapc.org , March 20th, the first day of chosen as the date Acquired Immunodeficiency Syn- and National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness spring, marks the 6th annual Na- to celebrate National Native HIV/ drome. This is the end result of a Day @ www.nnhaad.org. AIDS Awareness Day. HIV infection when your body is no

Child Abuse Prevention Preserves Our Future By Kari Little ICW Coordinator Since 1983, April has been designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month is really about supporting families and strengthening communities in order to keep kids safe. Most parents do not intentionally hurt or neglect their children. Sometimes a combination of drugs, alcohol, stress, domestic violence and lack of parenting skills causes a situation to escalate out of control. So what can you do to help these families and prevent child abuse? Offer to be a support. All parents need someone they can talk to, ask for advice or maybe use as an emergency baby sitter. When parents are isolated, they feel more frustration and stress, which can sometimes end up directed at their children. If there is a problem in a family that is beyond your level of expertise, refer them to someone who can help. If there are issues involving drugs or alcohol, domestic violence or mental health; let the parents know where they can get help. Building strong relationships and community connections benefits all parents. Check the Pawnee Nation Web site, www.pawneenation.org, for up- coming Child Abuse Prevention events during April! For more information, contact Kari Little at (918) 762-3873 x3. Page 16 Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 ts h lig Submitted photo

Kendall Keal Aldrich born 2/23/12 Submitted photo Submitted photo weighing 8.12 lbs and 21 3/4 inch- Makenzie Morgan Aldrich made the Happy 1st Birthday, Easton David h es long. Kendall is the grandson of Honor Roll at West Middle School Exum! We love you! Charles S. Hawkins of Lawrence, Kan. located in Lawrence. Kan. She is the Mommy, Daddy, Terrien, Bella and granddaughter of Charles S. Hawkins Nippy. of Lawrence, Kan. Submitted photo

Submitted photo Happy Birthday to all of you from your fam- ily. We love you. Photo caption: Rebecca Eppler (l), and granddaughters (l to r) Toni, Haeli Stevens and Granthum Stevens Shannon and Emma. attended the father/daughter dance in Submitted photo Stillwater, Okla. on Feb. 10, 2012. Haeli Randall Bernard Foye and Shannon Louise Eppler were united in marriage on Dec. 31, 2011 is the daughter of Louise and Granthum in , Okla. at the Spring River Indian Baptist Church. Rev. Warren Pratt Jr. officiated. Stevens. Haeli is in the 2nd grade at Shannon’s parents are Lozana Eppler and Timothy Sletto. Her grandparents are the late Teddy Pawnee Elementary, Granthum is the and Rebecca “Pratt” Eppler. Her great grandparents are the late Joseph A. Eppler and Myra Gaming Director for the Pawnee Nation “Lonechief” Eppler and the late Adam and Hazel “White” Pratt.Randall’s parents are Michael of Oklahoma. Both had fun and en- and Ramona Foye. His grandparents are Dolores “Rice” Kahrahrah and Bernard Kahrahrah. His joyed the dance. great Grandparents are Lucien and Louise “Shunatona” Rice and Roe and Bertha “Komacheet” Kahrahrah. Foster Care Provides Love And Hope By Kari Little Indian Child Welfare Director If you love the feeling of helping others, you may be looking for other ways to get involved with kids in the community. Indian Child Welfare (ICW) is always in need of foster parents, for both short-term and long-term situations. If you are hesitant because you think foster parents need to be perfect, check out the ad campaign of AdoptUSKids at www.adoptuskids.com. Their message is, “You Don’t Have to Be Perfect to Be a Perfect Parent.” Though this is aimed at potential adoptive parents, the message is the same for foster parents. If you have the time and love to devote to a child, you may have what it takes to be a wonderful foster parent. Another great way to get involved and help kids is through the Pawnee Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program. CASA vol- unteers are individuals who receive training to be advocates for kids involved in the child welfare system. CASA volunteers typically have one or two cases to monitor, which involves meeting with the children and providing reports to the court. For more information about the Pawnee CASA Program, contact Helen Norris at (918) 762-3776. For more information about becoming Community Hig Community a foster parent, contact Kari Little at (918) 762-3873 ext. 3. Page 17 Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012

Watershed Management Plan For The Black Bear Creek Developed Community Hig By Kelly Kersey Ranger/Environmental Specialist

water pollution. This plan will also provide This plan identifies the possible sources of a framework for the Pawnee Nation to tar- pollution in the watershed, categorizes these get projects and activities that will provide sources and provides targeted activities or for the reduction of pollutants in our wa- management practices to improve the overall tershed. quality of the water. The plan has been submitted to the Examples of some of the management USEPA for their review and acceptance. practices identified in the plan include: Once their acceptance is received it will o Riparian restoration and reforestation provide an opportunity for the Pawnee Na- o Fencing of the riparian for livestock tion to work with other agencies in acquir- exclusion ing additional funds to apply projects in o Streambank stabilization the watershed. o Floodplain management Nonpoint source water pollution occurs o Septic system operations education

Photo by Toni HIll when rainfall, snowmelt or irrigation water and upgrading Snowfall, though beautiful, can be a source of nonpoint runs over land or through the ground, picks o Fertilizer application management source water pollution. Picture of Pawnee Nation front up pollutants and transports them into sur- o Stormwater management lawn in February. face waters or groundwater. Major sources of A major component of the plan is the edu- nonpoint source pollution include agricultural cation of stakeholders or citizens of the wa- Pawnee Nation Department of Environ- activities, livestock access to streambeds and tershed on the significance of managing the mental Conservation and Safety has devel- waterways, poor roadway design and mainte- watershed. oped a Watershed Management Plan for the nance, urban runoff and construction sites. To view the watershed plan and see how Black Bear Creek Watershed. This plan is a In developing the watershed plan the you can contribute to a cleaner environment management tool designed to assist and co- causes and sources of the pollution were iden- visit our webpage at http://pawneenation.org/ ordinate watershed protection and restoration tified from analyzing the activities in the divisions/view/49. through the management of nonpoint source watershed.

PNC Promotes Higher Education By Toni Hill Communications Manager vision involves recruiting students from diverse backgrounds through The values of the Pawnee Nation College the attendance of various func- (PNC) remain stable although the face of lead- tions. ership has changed. PNC President Dr. Joseph In line with this mandate, on

Bohanon, who joined the staff in August 2011, March 16, PNC students and staff h lifts the standard of higher education within enjoyed the action of the Tulsa the Pawnee community. 66ers as they beat Springfield 106-

A member of the Choctaw Nation of Okla- 97. lig homa, Bohanon plans to combine the secular Bohanon’s professional goals world of education with the historic Native include the accreditation of PNC American tradition. This goal is met by of- and fund-raising activities to pro- fering courses that focus on Native American mote additional opportunities for heritage along with basic classes needed for higher education to a wider geo- many disciplines. graphical area. Photo by Toni HIll Curriculum offered at PNC that focuses “I have always worked hard but PNC students and staff enjoyed the action of the Tulsa 66ers as they h on the Native American heritage include “In- felt that I could offer so much more beat Springfield 106-97 on March 16. A special treat for the PNC troduction to Sovereignty and Tribal Govern- guests was meeting Delroy James (center) and the Tulsa 66ers’Dance to not only my two teenage daugh- Team members. Dr. Joseph Bohanon is standing to the right of James. ment,” “American Indian Mythologies” and

ters and son, but to others as well ts “Pawnee Language.” if I continued my own education. tive Leadership Initiative (ONLI) Conference PNC also offers an American Indians stud- I try to instill the same love of learning to not and Fund-raiser scheduled for April 20. ies program and various outreach opportuni- only my family, but to my students as well.” For more information, contact PNC at ties to engage with culture. Part of the PNC Future events include the Oklahoma Na- (918) 762-3343.

Page 18 Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 REACH US Sponsors Smoking Cessation And The “Kick Butts” Campaign Submitted by: Whitney Nuttle REACH US Assistant

The Pawnee Nation REACH US Program has been pro- gressing with the Tobacco Cessation classes as scheduled. The classes are going good and the participants are doing an awe- some job on quitting their addiction. Facilitator Suzy Knife Chief is doing a splendid job on teaching the classes and we are very lucky to have her on our team. The REACH US Program looks forward to hosting more Tobacco Cessation opportunities in the future. On March 21, 2012, REACH US hosted a walk for the Kick Butts Day 2012, a nation-wide campaign for Tobacco Free Kids. REACH US partnered with the Healthy Nation program to give our children the opportunity to “Stand out. Speak up. And Seize Control Against Big Tobacco.” Our walk and the balloon release that followed represented our commitment to speak out against the dangers of tobacco addiction. For more information, call Whitney Nuttle at (918) 762- 3873 Ext. 5.

Easter Cake Pops Make Holiday Time More Festive Submitted by: Monie Horsechief Title VI Head Cook together when you press it into a freezer. Melt the candy coating in stick the cake pop in a piece of Sty- Ingredients: ball, but still retain a little texture. the microwave and stir until com- rofoam to set. Repeat until all of the • One 9 x 13 cake, any flavor My personal preference is to have pletely smooth. eggs are dipped. If they start to get • One can (16 oz) prepared some “crumb” left to the crumb, so 5. Poke a skewer into the bottom too soft and move too much on their frosting, any flavor that it is not just a gooey ball. So if of each "egg" to make a small hole. sticks, return them to the freezer • 4 cups white candy coating it seems as if the cake mixture is too Dip the tip of a lollipop stick into very briefly until they firm up. • Assorted sprinkles and small dry, or you like a gooier taste, add the melted coating, then push the 7. Once all of the Easter egg cake candies for decorating more frosting until you're happy coating-covered tip into the hole pops have been dipped, it's time to • About 48 lollipop sticks with the taste and texture. in the egg. The coating will soon decorate! Pour some of the remain- Preparation: 3. Using a cookie scoop or teaspoon, solidify and help hold the stick in ing melted candy coating into a 1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining form the mixture into small balls place. Repeat until all of the eggs plastic bag with the tip cut off, and it with aluminum foil or waxed pa- about 1 inch in diameter. Roll the have been skewered. pipe on lines, dots, or squiggles for per. balls into oblong shapes between 6. Holding a cake pop by the stick, decorations. While the coating is 2. Place the cake in a large bowl, your palms, and pinch one end un- dip the cake entirely in the candy still wet, cover it with sprinkles or and crumble it roughly with your til it's thinner so that they resemble coating until it is covered. Remove candies to make colorful designs hands. Once it's in fine crumbs, add egg shapes. Place them on the pre- it from the coating and gently tap and patterns on your eggs. about 2/3 of the frosting and be- pared baking sheet and freeze until the stick against the side of the bowl 8. Let the coating or corn syrup dry gin to mix it with your hands into firm, about 30 minutes. to remove excess coating. Hold it completely, and your Easter egg the cake crumbs, working until the 4. After the Easter egg pops have until the coating sets (which will cake pops are finished! mixture is evenly moistened. You been frozen, remove them from the not take long with cold cake!) or This makes 48 cake pops. want the cake mixture to easily hold Chaticks si Chaticks -APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 19 Tax Scam Warning: Beware of Phony Refund Scheme Abusing Popular College Tax Credit; Senior Citizens, Working Families and Church Members Are Targets IRS News Release IR-2012-29, March 2, 2012 Reprinted with permission from IRS Media Contact

WASHINGTON – The Inter- when victims discover they’ve been or for economic stimulus payments. tions taxpayers to watch for when nal Revenue Service today warned scammed. • Unsolicited offers to prepare choosing a tax preparer. For advice senior citizens and other taxpayers The IRS is reminding people to a return and split the refund. on choosing a competent tax profes- to beware of an emerging scheme be careful because all taxpayers, in- • Unfamiliar return prepara- sional, see Tips for Choosing a Tax tempting them to file tax returns cluding those who use paid tax pre- tion firms soliciting business from Return Preparer on IRS.gov. claiming fraudulent refunds. parers, are legally responsible for cities outside of the normal business For additional information on The scheme carries a common the accuracy of their returns, and or commuting area. tax scams, see the 2012 Dirty Dozen theme of promising refunds to peo- must repay any refunds received in This refund scheme features list. ple who have little or no income error. many of the warning signs IRS cau- and normally don’t have a tax fil- To get the facts on ing requirement. Under the scheme, tax benefits related to promoters claim they can obtain for education, go to the their victims, often senior citizens, Tax Benefits for Edu- a tax refund or nonexistent stimu- cation Information lus payment based on the American Center on IRS.gov. Opportunity Tax Credit, even if the To avoid becom- victim was not enrolled in or paying ing ensnared in this for college. scheme, the IRS says In recent weeks, the IRS has taxpayers should be- identified and stopped an upsurge ware of any of the fol- of these bogus refund claims com- lowing: ing in from across the . • F i c t i t i o u s The IRS is actively investigating the claims for refunds or sources of the scheme, and its pro- rebates based on false moters may be subject to criminal statements of entitle- prosecution. ment to tax credits. “This is a disgraceful effort by • U n f a m i l i a r scam artists to take advantage of for-profit tax servic- people by giving them false hopes es selling refund and of a nonexistent refund,” said IRS credit schemes to the Commissioner Doug Shulman. “We membership of local want to warn innocent taxpayers churches. about this new scheme before more • Internet solici- people get trapped.” tations that direct in- Typically, con artists falsely dividuals to toll-free claim that refunds are available even numbers and then so- if the victim went to school decades licit social security ago. In many cases, scammers are numbers. targeting seniors, people with very • H o m e m a d e low incomes and members of church flyers and brochures congregations with bogus promises implying credits or of free money. refunds are available The IRS has also seen a varia- without proof of eligi- tion of this scheme that incorrectly bility. claims the college credit is available • Offers of free to compensate people for paying money with no docu- taxes on groceries. mentation required. The IRS has already detected • Promises of and stopped thousands of these refunds for “Low In- fraudulent claims. Nevertheless, come – No Documents the scheme can still be quite costly Tax Returns.” for victims. Promoters may charge • Claims for the exorbitant upfront fees to file these expired Economic Re- claims and are often long gone covery Credit Program Page 20 chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012

WILLIAM LEE BEARD March 27, 1966—Feb. 25, 2012

William Lee Beard was born on March 27, 1966 in Pawnee, Okla. to Gilbert Beard, Sr. and Mabel Louise Leading Fox Beard. He passed from this life on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012 in Pawnee, Okla. having reached the age of 45 years, 10 months and 26 days. He lived in Yukon, Okla. for a short time and moved back to Pawnee. He was a carpen- ter by trade and enjoyed straight dancing and gourd dancing. He was affiliated with the Native American Church where he held the position of Fireman for many Roadmen. William is survived by his son, William Lee Beard II, Pawnee, Okla.; daughter, Ashley Michelle Beard, Red Rock, Okla.; two sisters, Sharon Kay Beard, Pawnee, Okla.; Robin Sue Pickering, Pawnee, Okla.; brother, Lorenzo Beard Sr., Moore, Okla.; stepfather, Herbert John Rice, Pawnee, Okla.; aunt, Elizabeth Blackowl, Pawnee, Okla.; plus numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. William was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Mabel Beard; three brothers, Jimmy Dale, Gilbert, Jr., and Jacob Keith Beard; five sisters, Kip Naomi Beard, Kit Naomi Beard, Johnnie Mae Tiger, Lena Denise Beard, and Alba Jo “Jody” Beard. Services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012 at the Pawnee Nation Roam Chief Center with Rev. Warren Pratt Jr. officiating. Interment will be at North Indian Cemetery, Pawnee, Okla., under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home, Pawnee, Okla. Submitted photo

VELMA D. SMITH June 6, 1922—Feb. 24, 2012

Velma D. Peters Smith was born on June 6, 1922 on the Reservation in Red Rock, Okla. To James Peters and Minnie Saunders Peters. She passed from this life on Friday, Feb. 24, 2012 in Pawnee, Okla. hav ing reached the age of 89 years, 8 months, and 18 days. She married Charles Smith on Dec. 1, 1943 in Avery, Okla., and he preceded her in death on Sept. 2, 1971. They moved from Avery, Okla. to Pawnee in 1954. She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. She loved her family, Pawnee and Otoe people. She had many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great- great grandchildren, and loved them all. She enjoyed her Indian dancing cultural events and sports. She trav- Submitted photoeled all over the United States and enjoyed playing bingo, and playing at the casinos. She was an advocate for the American Indian Movement, and her favorite sayings were Right On! Mussie! You’re the Best! She loved to “LuLu," and she loved the AIM song. Velma is survived by five daughters and one son, Dona Gregory and her husband, Ken, Pawnee, Okla.; June Hamilton and her husband, Don- nie, Pawnee, Okla.; Berdina George, , Okla.; Virginia Riley, Shawnee, Okla.; Thomas Whiteshirt, Sr. and his wife Deborah, Pawnee, Okla.; Anita Whiteshirt, Pawnee, Okla.; adopted children, Marilyn Spoon, Tama, Iowa; Lorena Spoon, Shawnee, Okla.; Ann Starr, Prairie Island, MN.; 21 grandchildren; 53 great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren, plus a number of other relatives, and many friends. Besides her husband, Charles, she was preceded in death by her parents, James and Minnie Peters; son, Kenneth Charles Smith; brothers, Eugene Peters, Darwin “Don” Peters, Lewis Peters Only A Chief, and Albert Green; two sisters, Alice Green Masquat and Maxine Peters Whiteshirt; and adopted children, Charles Spoon and Francis Spoon. Services were held at 1 p.m., Monday, Feb. 27, 2012 at the Pawnee Nation Multi-Purpose Complex, Pawnee, Okla. with Rev. Duane Pratt and Rev. James Gregory officiating, under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home, Pawnee, Okla. Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 21

RAYMOND FRANK HOWELL Nov. 9, 1941--March 10, 2012

Raymond Frank Howell was born on Nov. 9, 1941 in Pawhuska, Okla.to Gauthier Howell and Juanita P. (Grimes) Howell. He passed from this life on Saturday, March 10, 2012 in Oklahoma City, Okla. having reached the age of 70 years, four months and one day. He retired from the United States Navy after serving 20 years, retiring as Chief Petty Officer. He also retired from Jet Propulsion Laboratories in Pasadena, Cali. after 19 years. He served as a member of the Pawnee Nation Business Council, and Pani Arts, as a Web Designer. He also served as President of the Pawnee Indian Veterans Organization. Raymond is survived by two sisters, Doris Doty, and Reba Jo Howell, both of Pawnee, Okla.; his son, Mark Howell, California, plus numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Raymond was preceded in death by his father, Gauthier Howell; his mother, Juanita Howell, and his brother, John Robert Howell. Visitation was held from noon until 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at the Pawnee Nation Roam Chief Building, Pawnee, Okla. Arrangements were handled by Poteet Funeral Home, Paw- nee, Okla.

RUNNINBEAR GIBSON Dec. 11, 1978—Feb. 29, 2012 Submitted photo

Runninbear “Bubba” Gibson was born on Dec. 11, 1978 in Claremore, Okla. to George Gibson, Jr. and Diana Only A Chief. He passed from this life on Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012 in Perkins, Okla. having reached the age of 33 years, 2 months and 18 days. He attended basic training at Fort Sill and was stationed with B Battery, 2D Battalion, 3D Field Artillery Regiment Division Engineer Brigade in Germany. He was employed with the Iowa Tribe as an Eagle Aviary Handler Assistant, a job he greatly enjoyed. Runninbear is survived by his son, Isac Bennett Gibson, Washington State; daughter, Elisha Bennett Gibson, Washington State; mother, Diana Only A Chief and her companion, Billy Brown, Tulsa, Oklahoma; brothers, KerWynn N. Gibson, Stillwater, Okla.; Mikal H. Rice and his compan- ion, Mary, Tulsa, Okla.; sister, Georgia Gibson, Stillwater, Okla.; plus numerous other relatives and friends. Runninbear was preceded in death by his father, George Gibson, Jr.; his paternal grandparents, George Gibson, Sr. and Cordelia Murray Gibson; and his maternal grandparents, Don Peters and Rosie Norman Peters. Services were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the Pawnee Nation Multi-Purpose Complex, Pawnee, Okla. with Rev. Warren Pratt, Jr., officiating. Interment was at the South Indian

Submitted photo Cemetery, Pawnee, Okla., under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home, Pawnee, Okla.

DAWNA JO DUSHANE Sept. 28, 1951—Feb. 25, 2012

Dawna Jo DuShane, 60, was born on Sept. 28, 1951, in Cushing, Okla., the daughter of Virgil and Lolita (Caesar) Cook. She passed from this life on Feb. 21, 2012, at her residence in Tahlequah, Okla. She celebrated her 30th wedding anniversary to Dale DuShane on Feb. 6, 2012. She was a 1984 graduate of Northeastern State University, complet- ing her BA Degree. She has been preceded in death by her parents; a daughter Elisha Bennett; brothers, Wallace and Wade Cook; grandfathers, Julius Ceasar and Ruben Cook; grandmothers, Francis Hood and Mary Scott. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend she is survived by her husband Dale; children, Chrisitan Bennett, Adoesha, Soloman, Dawne Du- Shane, Necoti DuShane, and Samantha Serrano; 13 grandchildren; sisters, Pamela Cook, Dena Cook and Angela Barnoski, as well as a host of other relatives, friends and loved ones. Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012, 10:30 a.m. at the Elm Tree Baptist Church. Officiating was Rev. DJ McCarter. Interment fol- lowed in the South Indian Cemetery in Pawnee, Okla. under the care of Green Country Funeral Home, Tahlequah. Page 22 Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Service opportunities

IRA JAMES KIRKENDALL Dec. 29, 1984 - March 15, 2012

Ira James Kirkendall, age 27, began making his way to Our Creator, Friday, March 15, 2012. Ira, a member of the Pawnee Tribe, was born in Claremore, Okla., and lived his younger years in Tulsa, Okla. He was employed for five years at AXH Air Coolers in Claremore, Okla. Ira resided in White Oak, Okla. with his wife Bianca Thomas Kirkendall, son, Thomas and daughter Billie, where he loved God's nature. He is preceded by his father Thomas Kirkendall. He is survived by his mother Mary Fields Tetrick and husband Matt of Catoosa, Okla. brothers T. J. and Eric Kirkendall also of Catoosa, Okla.; sister Rosie and husband Stew Lewis of Talala, Okla. Grandmothers Marie Maytubby of Glenpool and Joan Kirkendall of Stillwater, Okla. There are numerous neices, nephews, aunts, uncles, and brotherly friends who will miss Ira dearly. The Family will receive friends at the home Saturday and Sunday. The funeral service will be held Monday, March 19, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the family cemetery near White Oak, Okla. Arrangements are by the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Vinita. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemories.com.

Gaming Commission Commissioner Needed The Pawnee Nation is seeking one seat (1) to serve on the Gaming Commission pursuant with Article Three of the Pawnee Nation Gaming Or- dinance. The selected individual shall be appointed by the Pawnee Business Council (PBC), by resolution, and will serve as commissioner for the Pawnee Nation Gaming Commission. Primary responsibilities include regulatory matters concerning the gaming facilities located within the juris- diction of the Pawnee Nation, it will include but not limited to licensing, minimum internal controls, regulatory issues concerning state, federal and tribal laws and regulations, conducting hearings on regulatory issues. The candidate will be required to maintain a Pawnee Nation Gaming Commissioner License issued by the Pawnee Nation Business Council and serve for a term of three years. Commissioners Needed For Environmental Regulatory Commission Pawnee Nation is seeking two seats of Citizens Pawnee Nation who are interested in serving as Environmental Regulatory Commissioners pur- suant with Chapter One, Section 102 of the Pawnee Nation Natural Resource Protection Act (Title 12, Pawnee Nation Law and Order Code). Selected individuals will be appointed by the President of the Pawnee Nation and will serve as commissioner for the Pawnee Nation Environmental Regulatory Commission (ERC). The ERC shares responsibility with the Pawnee Nation Department of Environmental Conservation and Safety for planning and managing the natural resources and other services within the jurisdiction of the Pawnee Nation. Primary responsibilities include regulatory functions requiring administrative review, authorizations, and/or enforcement (administrative/civil) as specified by the Natural Resource Protection Act. Additional responsibilities include assisting the director in developing and implementing regula- tions as authorized which are deemed necessary to carry out, implement and enforce the goals, purposes and provisions of the act. The Election And Utility Authority Commissions And The Enrollment Commit- tees Have Openings Qualified persons for the above postings may submit a letter and resume to President Marshall R. Gover, Pawnee Business Council, P. O. Box 470, Pawnee, OK , 74058. Application process will remain open until positions are filled. Chaticks si Chaticks - APRIL/MAY 2012 Page 23 Pawnee Nation Food Distribution Serves Community Submitted by: Florissa Kanuho Food Distribution Coordiantor The Food Distribution Program is helping our participants achieve good nutrition by providing over 90 food items. Our canned vegetables and beans are low sodium. The canned fruit are in light syrup and we provide some food items that are low fat. Our evaporated milk will be changing to evaporated skim milk, which is a rich source of calcium and Vitamin D. We also provide fresh produce and frozen meats. If you would like more information on how to apply for the program, you can call (918) 762-2541. You can also come by the Food Distribution office which is located at the Roam Chief Building. Tribal Buildings Available For Rental To Accommodate Community Tribal Buildings offer many amenities favorable for community and personal gatherings. Locations for rent include the Roundhouse, Community Building, Camp Grounds, Multi-Purpose building, Wellness Center and the Roam Chief building. Rental rates vary for Tribal Members and outside individuals and organizations. Prices range from complementary up to $250 based on both half-day and full-day rentals. Reservations must be made in person and not exceed 90 calendar days in advance. In order to give another person or organization an opportunity to reserve a facility during weekends, holidays and Tribal events; facilities may not be reserved for multiple or consecutive days. Locations needed for official Tribal business are excluded from policy. If a person or organization requires more than 90 calendar days to plan for an event, the person or organization shall be required to pay an advanced rental charge to reserve the facility. Tribal Operations personnel shall not be allowed to reserve a facility no more than 30 days prior to an event. It is the policy of the Pawnee Nation to give precedence in the event of a Tribal death. The Roam Chief shall be made available for the funeral service and feast. However, the family will be notified that the Pawnee Nation program(s) retain the option to conduct Tribal business if necessary. In event the family does not wish to use the Roam Chief, then the Tribal Roundhouse shall be offered. The Pawnee Nation shall not waive clean- ing, security or key deposits for any Tribal facility. The Tribal Operations office is located at 361 Clinic Road in the metal building next to the old IHS clinic. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday excluding Tribal holidays. For special arrangements, call (918)258-0548. Notice Of New Mailing Fee and Advertising Opportunities The Pawnee Tribal Newsletter, Chaticks si Chaticks, is published every other month. The newsletter is mailed to enrolled members of the Pawnee Nation, one per household or address, free of charge. If no one in your household is receiving the newsletter, or more than one is being sent, please contact the Communications Office. Beginning with the June/July issue, a fee of $2 per copy will be charged for newsletters mailed to non-tribal members. Copies may be printed off the Web site, www.pawneenation.org complimentary. For more information, contact the Communications Office at (918) 762-3621 ext. 25 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Correspondence may also be mailed to P.O. Box 470, Pawnee, OK 74058.

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Building #64: • early learning Center and (918) 762-3621 care given 0-2 yrs: (918) • Pawnee Business Council 762-2489 • executive offi ce • Finance • Human resource Roam Chief Building: • Grants & Contracts (918) 762-2541 • information Technology • Food Distribution • Tribal Planning • Communication Fire Station • indian Community Devel- • Pawnee Police Dept.: (918) opment Block Grant 762-3013 • Division of natural re- Building #68: source & safety/Transpor- (918) 762-3378 tation: (918) 762-3655 • Gaming Commission o Environment o Transportation: (918) Pawnee Nation College 762-3655 • albin leadingfox Building: (918) 762-3393,3363 Cultural Learning Center (Berry • staff Quarters Building: Building): (918) 762-3343 (918) 762-3227 • education & Training Pa

I.H.S Housekeeping: Family Development Center (918) 762-3605 • Fitness Center: (918) 762- 3006 Building #1: • learning Center: (918) 762- (918) 762-3624 3007 • Tax offi ce • enrollment offi ce Substance Abuse Building: (918) 762-2153 Pawnee Tribal Court: • substance abuse Program (918) 762-3649 • Healthy nations Program

Wellness Center/ Multi-Purpose Pawnee Tribal Development Corporation: (918) 762-4832 Building • Title Vi (elderly Meals): (918) 762-4042 •