Miin Giizis • Blueberry Moon July 20, 2012 • Vol. 33 No. 7 Win Awenen Nisitotung Official newspaper of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians AAron PAyment Is ChAIrmAn By Jennifer Dale-Burton ducted June 28 with results Aaron Payment was elected certified July 3. The installation Sault Tribe chairman in this ceremony was held July 9 and the year’s general election. After los- first meeting of the new board on ing the last chairman’s race four July 10. years ago to Joe McCoy, who Election of officers at the resigned May 2012, Payment ran July 10 board meeting yielded against Joe Eitrem, Unit 1 rep Vice Chairperson Denise Chase, appointed to fill out the term. Secretary Cathy Abramson and Also winning were Cathy Treasurer Dennis McKelvie. Abramson in Unit 1 along with Board meetings can be viewed Dennis McKelvie and Jennifer on the tribe’s website under McLeod, Lana Causley in Unit Board of Directors section under 2, Bridgett Sorenson in Unit 4 “Government.” The viewing lasts and Darcy Marrow in Unit 4. two weeks, until replacement by McLeod, Sorenson and Marrow the next board meeting. (http:// are all newcomers. All representa- www.saulttribe.com/government/ tives will serve 4-year terms. board-of-directors/29-govern- After taking their oaths July ment/board-of-directors/1261- 9, board members spoke of posi- board-meeting-video) tive change and working together ELECTION RESULTS for the betterment of the tribe. (Winners are in bold.) They felt humbled and grateful Chairman: Aaron Payment, for the voters’ selection, and for 4150, Joe Eitrem, 3224 their families’ support. Payment Unit 1: Cathy Abramson, said he has developed a plan for 2004, Dennis McKelvie, 1589, his first 100 days in office. He is Jennifer McLeod, 1576, DJ interested in increasing commu- Photo by Jennifer Dale-Burton Hoffman, 1534, Christine nications technology so that more Meet SAult trIBe’S NeWly electeD leADerS — July 9 Installation ceremony were Sault tribe unit 1 McPherson, 1433, Bernard tribal members can have access, Director Dennis McKelvie, tribal chairman Aaron Payment, unit 4 Director Darcy Marrow, unit 1 Directors Bouschor, 1311 identifying constitutional amend- cathy Abramson and Jennifer Mcleod, unit 2 Director lana causley and unit 3 Director Bridgett Sorenson. Unit 2: Lana Causley, 593, ments that need passage right See the installation at www.youtube.com/saulttribeguide. More PhotoS oN INSIDe BAcK coVer! William Baker, 399 now, such as separation of pow- vote getter in Unit 1 with 2,004 of the vote. Newcomers Sorenson daughter team of Denise Chase Unit 3: Bridgett Sorenson, ers, as well as development of an out of 8,157 votes, or 25 per- in Unit 3 and Morrow in Unit 4 and her daughter Darcy Morrow, 878, Patrick Rickley, 739 ethics code and tribal labor law. cent. McKelvie was next in line each edged out their incumbent as well as the overall board com- Unit 4: Darcy Morrow, 475, Payment’s victory was deci- with 1,589 followed closely by opponents with 54 percent of the position of 10 women and three Tom Miller, 411 sive with over 56 percent of McLeod with 1,576. Causley won vote. men. 14,674 ballots were mailed out the vote. Abramson was the top handily in Unit 2 with 60 percent Of note is the Unit 4 mother- The election count was con- for the general election. Housing celebrates more Odenaang units As representatives of the Sault tribe housing Authority, housing commission and construction company look on, representatives of the Sault tribe Board of Directors (below) cut the ribbon in an open house exhibi- tion on June 6 for new elders triplex apartment buildings in addition to a new house available through the homeownership Program. the staff of the housing Authority deemed the event quite successful and wishes to express gratitude to over 100 members who came to view the properties. At left is one of the three new smoke-free triplex rentals for elders now available on the odenaang housing site through the Sault tribe housing Authority. three of the nine individual apartments are handicap accessible and all of them have two bedrooms and one bathroom. the apartments come with standard appliances including a washer and dryer.

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Photos by rick Smith From left, Sarah Schmalz, unit I directors cathy Abramson and Debra Ann Pine, Mariea Mongene, cathy Win Awenen Win Nisitotung Ashmun 531 St. Sault Marie, MI Ste. 49783 Menard, Arlon Goforth, Dana Piippo, carol Strauser, Joni talentino and heather Alstrom. Page 2 Public Service Announcements July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Learn museum collection The Michigan Museums throughout Michigan, is geared Association (MMA) is host- to staff and volunteers who are MDOT announces Wounded ing its collections care work- responsible for the acquisition, shop, The ABCs of Collections storage, maintenance and display Management, at the Bayliss of collections. This workshop will Veterans Internship Program LANSING — The Michigan the line for all of us and suf- abilities. Possible fields include Public Library in Sault Ste. apply to collections staff at every Department of Transportation fered physically or psychologi- aeronautics, engineering, finance, Marie, Mich., on Saturday, Aug. type of cultural organization — (MDOT) is introducing a new cally in the process,” said State maintenance, planning, project 11, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. including art, history, science, program focused on helping Transportation Director Kirk T. management and research. The workshop, one of several military and maritime and youth wounded military veterans transi- Steudle. “Gov. Snyder has made Michigan is one of the first MMA workshops held annually museums, as well as aquariums, tion into the civilian workforce. it a priority to help the estimated state transportation departments zoos, botanical gardens, arbore- The Wounded Veterans Internship 30 percent of Michigan’s veter- to offer the internship program. tums, historic sites and science Program offers wounded veterans ans who are unemployed. We at Michigan residents who are and technology centers. paid internships at MDOT facili- MDOT are proud to share in that honorably discharged veterans One of the most important ties throughout the state and is mission.” with physical or psychologi- responsibilities of a museum is federally funded by the Federal Bruce Freimark, who coor- cal wounds are eligible. While taking care of its collections. This Highway Association (FHWA). dinates the program for MDOT, intended to primarily serve vet- workshop will cover everything The FHWA is MDOT’s part- said the goal is to match veterans erans of U.S. operations in Iraq from the basic definition of a col- ner in the program, along with who have service-connected dis- and Afghanistan, the program is lecting institution to the creation veteran service organizations in abilities with paid internships at not limited to veterans of those of collections management poli- Michigan. MDOT facilities located close to operations. cies to the storage and mainte- “This program will help fill a where they are living or receiving More information is available nance requirements of collections vital need, providing opportuni- rehabilitation services. Placement on the MDOT website at www. objects. The format is informal ties to our men and women in depends on the returning vet- michigan.gov/woundedvetintern. and participants are asked to uniform who put their lives on eran’s knowledge, skills and actively engage with each other to learn and share. Mother Lode — Mike Burton Mackinac State Historic Park Sault Tribe job openings, apply now and Tom Matera found 40 lbs. of Registrar Brian Jaeschke and Family nurse practitioner/ improvement in a health care set- of personal computers and have young Chicken of the Wood fungi, Museum of Cultural and Natural physician assistant (Sault), Part ting required. the ability to troubleshoot and almost all of which was edible. It History Collections Manager time/on call – open until filled. SDS systems operator ana- repair hardware and software was delicious sauteed and deep Angela Riedel will teach the Infant/toddler technician lyst (Kewadin Casinos, Sault), issues. fried with the rest frozen for later. workshop. (Child Care Center, Sault), Full Full time/regular – open until For further details, you time/regular – open until filled. filled. This position will docu- can review all current job Registered nurse (Eldercare ment and perform routine mainte- postings and apply online at Get help with ag-business Services, Sault), Full time/regular nance on Slot Data System (SDS) [email protected]. Are you a Michigan entrepre- — Specialized services: help- – open until filled. and related gaming systems; Please reply to Sault neur? Maybe the operator of a ing launch your product or busi- Performance improvement/ perform proactive and preventa- Employment Office, 2186 Shunk well-established company? Or ness with in-depth feasibility and data analyst (Health center, tive system checks to maintain Rd., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, do you have an idea to launch technical studies. Sault), Full time/regular – open the integrity of SDS and related or call 635-7032 or toll free at a business or product? Is your — Market research: providing until filled. The scope of the products; discover, analyze, (866) 635-7032 or contact the product, idea, or business part of insight into successful product performance improvement/data troubleshoot and resolve all St. Ignace Employment Office, the food, agricultural or bioen- development ideas. analyst will include planning, issues relating to the operations, 3015 Mackinaw Trail, St. Ignace, ergy market? — Marketmaker: providing organizing and coordinating data performance, and integrity of MI 49781, 643-4176 or toll free Michigan State University online interactive resource link- collection and clinical quality SDS and its related products in a (866) 635-7032. (MSU) Product Center is there ing. improvement plans, primarily timely manner; work closely with to help advance your idea, prod- — Ongoing assistance: pro- related to diabetes and chronic team members to accurately and 2012 NEwspaper uct or business. Many of the viding help even after you’ve diseases. Responsibilities will efficiently resolve issues related services are at minimal cost or launched your product or busi- Deadlines include a broad range of quality to gaming and gaming systems free. However, more advanced ness. Friday Publication assurance activities. The perfor- including but not limited to data services are fee-based. MSU’s — Action team for high DEADLINE Date mance improvement/data analyst integrity, slot machine perfor- Product Center experts help tailor growth: assisting larger com- Fridays Fridays must have a good working knowl- mance, system performance, your product, idea or service to panies to pursue high-growth 12 p.m. edge of healthcare systems and operations, and computer applica- its target cliental. opportunities. July 6 July 20 quality improvement. The incum- tions. Minimum requirement is MSU’s Product Center staff Interested? Contact Michelle bent must have a good working bachelor’s degree in business or a Aug. 3 Aug. 17 also help with: Walk, innovation counselor at knowledge of medical terminol- related field of study. Will accept — Concept development: the Chippewa County MSU Aug. 31 Sept. 14 ogy, a minimum of a bachelor’s associate’s degree with at least turning your idea into a business Extension Office in Sault Ste. * degree in nursing, biostatistics or one year of experience maintain- Sept. 27 Oct. 12 or product concept. Marie at 300 Court Street, 635- other health-related field and a ing slot management system or — Business development: 6368, 440-4732, or walkmich@ Nov. 2 Nov. 16 minimum of two years experience related business critical system. developing your business or msu.edu. For more information in quality assurance or quality Must have technical knowledge Nov. 30 Dec. 14 product plan. visit www.productcenter.msu.edu. * Thursday, due to the holiday. For more information, please Let’s help get you hired! call (906) 632-6398, and ask for Classes for Sault Tribe members struggling to find employment. Featured information includes Jennifer or Sherrie or email job search, application process, interview process and tips plus what to do after you’re hired. [email protected] or [email protected]. Classes offered for the following dates, times and location: See our newspaper online at • St. Ignace Shores Casino and Hotel, large conference room, Monday, Aug. 6, 10:30 a.m.- www.saulttribe.com/newsroom. 12:30 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Munising Tribal Center, Tuesday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Sault Ste. Marie, Training Department at the Kewadin Casino complex, Thursday, Aug. 16, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Look for the logo • Manistique Tribal Center, Tuesday, Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. for our official Facebook page! Call Anita McKerchie or Beverly MacLaren at the Sault Tribe Training Department at 635-4937. “For All Your Tire Needs”

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Please call for other foreign net 1129 E. Easterday Ave., Sault, MI 49783 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 3 Preparedness conference set Law Enforcement/Emergency Empowering Our Management, 2175 Shunk Rd., Community Aug. 22-23 Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Checks should be made out to By Brenda Austin Sault Tribe Law Enforcement/ The first Empowering Emergency Management. Credit Our Community (EOC) with cards are not accepted. Preparedness Conference is being For out-of-town participants, a held at Kewadin Casino in Sault block of rooms has been reserved Ste. Marie Aug. 22 and 23. at Kewadin Casino Hotel and Sault Tribe Law Enforcement Convention Center. When regis- and Emergency Management tering for a room, mention that Office are hosting the conference. you are attending the conference Tribal employees can attend for and use code 9FK9C3 to receive free; otherwise the cost is $50 per the conference rate. person. Emergency Preparedness There will be a pre-conference manager for the Sault Tribe, meet and greet with a cash bar Matt Carpentier, said there are a and early registration on the eve- limited number of scholarships ning of Tuesday, Aug. 21, from available to help people attend Survival expert, author and media 6-8 p.m. Those who register early who otherwise might not be able personality Cody Lundin is the will receive an extra ticket for to afford the conference fee. event’s keynote speaker. door prizes. The conference is made The first day of the confer- possible under a grant from is not prepared – are you really? ence includes speakers Ann Coss the Department of Homeland As a community we need to come and Bill Pook, exhibits and an Security and is expected to together and build that prepared- evening softball fundraiser. The become an annual event. ness level,” he said. “We are giv- final day includes speakers David Keynote speaker for the con- ing you the control and the tools Simancek in the morning with ference is Cody Lundin, a sur- you need and what we want you Photo by Connie Watson keynote speaker Cody Lundin “Hoe Down”— Hessel’s Morgan McQuiston uses her hoe to work up vival and primitive skills expert, to do is use those tools and build closing out the afternoon. There TV personality and author of up the community from the bot- the soil in a raised garden bed at the Hessel Tribal Center. The Youth will be demonstrations by the Education and Activities Program, Housing Authority and the Traditional three books. Other distinguished tom.” tribe’s K-9 team, Ryan Luben and speakers include CEO of Personal Carpentier said he hopes the Foods grant program planted two raised beds and an in-ground garden his dog, Lux; the jaws of life and at the Hessel Tribal Center. A variety of garden workshops are sched- Recovery Concepts Ann Coss, community and tribal employees an Explosive Ordnance Disposal FEMA Director of Region 5/6 will attend and also expects to see uled in Sault Ste. Marie, St. Ignace and Hessel throughout the summer robot by bomb tech personnel. and fall. For a schedule of events and garden activities in your area Emergency Management Bill community leaders, emergency Attire for the conference Pook and Assistant Principal of responders, Neighborhood Watch visit www.healthysaulttribe.com, or contact Connie Watson at is business casual. If you have [email protected] or (906) 632-5211. Swartz Creek High School David volunteers, public health person- questions or to register, call Matt Simancek who is the creator of nel, representatives from the Red Carpentier or Lona Stewart at the Power of 100, an anti-bul- Cross and community emergency (906) 635-6065. lying program being used by response teams, government offi- “Preparation through educa- American Tree Service schools throughout the country. cials and local businesses. tion is less costly than learning No job too big, no job to small — We do’em all! Carpentier said the confer- Registration deadline is Aug. through tragedy,” said Carpentier. NOW TAKING ence organizers are working hard 10. There is no fee to set up an “If there is one thing I would like • Lot Clearing • Brush Hogging to make it an event that every- exhibit; however, if exhibitors to see people take home with JOBS!• Tree Trimming •Wood Chipping one will enjoy and remember. plan to attend the speaking por- them from the conference, it is “The name ‘Empowering Our tion of the conference the $50 my hope they will sit down with Call Us Today 906-203-1615 Community’ came from the idea registration fee applies. Fees may their family and talk about emer- FREE Estimates! americantreeservice.up@gmail that you may be prepared for an be paid at the time of registra- gency preparedness and make Licensed & Insured Ask about our DIscOunts! emergency but if your neighbor tion or mailed to: Sault Tribe plans for home emergencies.” Locally Owned & Operated tribal • senior • Military

2012 Junior Police Academy Ground Source set for Aug. 6-10 in Moran Heating & Refrigeration The Sault Tribe Police To keep this tradition, the ing, swim every day (weather Department will host the 12th group hosts fundraising events permitting) and end most nights Bryan Goudreau annual Junior Police Academy throughout the year. Last month, with a campfire. “It’s a fun expe- 906-450-0408 Aug. 6-10 at Boedne Bay, Moran, Sault Tribe police hosted their rience for youth and our officers 16542 17th Rd. 24 Hr Emergency Mich. The academy gives youth second annual Golf Scramble alike,” Marchand said. Garden MI 49835 Service & Maintenance in our communities a taste of Fundraiser on June 23 at The Sault Tribe Law Enforce- what law enforcement life is like Tanglewood Marsh Golf Course ment Department has 23 sworn BaLusESTORE.com while offering fun and education- in Sault Ste. Marie. All proceeds police officer positions, with a With over 3,000 Unique Gifts from Around the World & Growing! al activities. went to the Sault Tribe Junior main office in Sault Ste. Marie “The academy is a program Police Academy. and satellite offices in Kincheloe, 20% OFF EVERYTHING we started in 2000 with the goal “We have been privileged in St. Ignace and Manistique. of giving our local children a past years to have demonstra- Tribal Law Enforcement GIFTS FOR: Anniversaries - Birthdays - Christmas - Father’s Day look into what a career in the tions and presentations from a officials serve the communities Mother’s Day - Valentine’s Day - Weddings & Yourself! law enforcement field would be,” wide variety of agencies, includ- of Sault Ste. Marie, Kincheloe, Sault Tribe Chief of Police Bob ing the U.S. Coast Guard, State Hessel, St. Ignace, Newberry, www.balusestore.com Marchand said. Marchand said Police Bomb Squad, Emergency Manistique, Wetmore, Escanaba that with the rise of police and Medical Services and Fire person- and Marquette. Conservation criminal investigative programs nel, K-9 units, Federal Bureau of Enforcement is conducted in BaLu’s E STORE LLC – Retail & Wholesale – Munising, MI on TV, youth are curious to see Investigations, Immigration and Lake Superior, Lake Huron, Lake what really takes place. “This Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Michigan and interior waters camp shows them what they outdoor preparedness training,” and lands in the 1836 Treaty could do, what really happens, Marchand said. area. Contact Sault Tribe Police and shows them that they could At the camp, kids wake up Department at 635-6065 for more have a career in the field if they every morning to physical train- information. work hard, stay in school, and stay out of trouble,” he said. Registration for the academy begins in early July. The program is funded by past fundraising efforts, revenues from renting out Boedne Bay to other entities and tribal dollars. “We have been fortunate enough to provide the academy at no charge to participants in past years,” said Marchand. Page 4 News July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Gwaiak Miicon Program grads

Photo by Brenda Austin A dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony was held the evening of June 20 for the Bill Dowd Memorial Park, Photo by Brenda Austin Gwaiak Miicon Program graduates Matthew McKelvie, left, and which is located at the corner of Shunk Road and 10th Street in Sault Ste. Marie. Local dignataries, represen- tatives from the Chamber of Commerce, the city, playground committee and the community were on hand for Christopher Person. the event. The park is the culmination of over three years of efforts by the Bill Dowd Memorial Playground Matthew McKelvie was working a program of recovery. Committee, lead by Nikki Dowd. The project raised more than $9,000 for the park and secured additional accepted into the Gwaiak Miicon Sault Tribe Specialty Court money from two big donors: the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians with $69,000 in 2 percent funding and the Program on March 17, 2011. coordinator Pat McKelvie said, city’s Seal Fund with another $29,000. In total, about $108,000 in donations were secured to renovate the Matt’s real transformation began “When Christopher Person was playground. The playground’s design is one of a kind and was developed with the city’s historical waterfront in February when he served a originally arrested, he was an in mind. The play area includes a miniature replica of the Valley Camp – a museum ship on the St. Mary’s River – and a climbing structure representing the Tower of History. One of the more original aspects of the one-day sanction in jail for non- unemployed college dropout new playground is the blue mulch made from recycled tires that will help protect children from falls while compliance with his treatment about to be evicted from his visually representing a small body of water. plan. At that point Matt began to primary residence. Chris was let go of some of his old think- accepted into the Gwaiak Miicon ing and started working the 12 Program on July 19, 2011. Chris Steps. Matt started visiting a spent 47 weeks working on No adults in kids’ fishing local adult assisted living com- himself and his relationships. munity playing games and occa- Chris returned to college in sionally taking an elder on an January of 2012, completing the outing. Matt also volunteered at semester with a 3.5 GPA. Chris pond in Sault Ste. Marie the Mary Murray Camp cutting is enrolled in summer classes By Robert Marchand, “Section XIX Subsistence dren’s fishing pond. wood for various events. Matt’s taking 12 credits. Chris and his Police Chief, STPD Fishing (b) No person seventeen (17) relationships with his family and partner are living together and In the past there has been some (n) In the City of Sault Ste. years of age or older shall be particularly his children have are awaiting their daughter’s confusion surrounding the area Marie’s Kids’ Fishing Pond at allowed to engage in the act of greatly improved. Today he dem- birth in October. Today Chris designated as the kids’ fishing Rotary Park Island, all fishing fishing in the city children’s fish- onstrates both understanding and is a shining example of what a pond at Rotary Park Island in activity shall be in accordance ing pond except as provided in empathy with his children, gifts person can become given the Sault Ste. Marie. There have been with those regulations imposed subsection (c) below. he has received as the result of opportunity.” some issues pertaining to whether by the City of Sault Ste. Marie (c) A mentally retarded person adults could fish in this area with and the State of Michigan.” or resident of a home for the aged their subsistence license as it Below is the city ordinance who has been issued a permit falls within the St. Marys River for the Rotary Park kids’ fishing pursuant to MCL 324.43525 shall system. pond. be allowed to fish in the city Below are sections from the “Sec. 16-18 Rotary Park children’s fishing pond. It shall CORA code and the city ordi- Maximum age limitation for be a rebutable presumption of this nance pertaining to the kids’ fish- fishing section that a person age seven- ing pond. This is an area where (a) The area of water bounded teen (17) years or over has not all kids have the opportunity on the northeast by Rotary Park been issued a permit under MCL to fish or to learn to fish and I Island and its causeway and 324.43515. would hope that adults would bounded on the southwest by (d) Fishing is defined by MCL adhere to the regulation govern- Portage Ave./Riverside Drive 324.43503 or any amendatory ing this area. shall be known as the city chil- statute relating to this section.” Thank You I would like to thank all the Unit 4 Sault Tribe Members who supported me in this Tribal Election.

Thank you again, Darcy Chase Morrow, Unit 4 Tribal Board Representative July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 5 Alliance funds plans for pedestrian routes By Rick Smith Marie. The funding provided by being of residents and visitors cal and cultural changes will like- Transportation Plan will provide The City of Sault Ste. Marie the alliance originated with the and is compatible with the envi- ly result in more people opting to the infrastructure blueprint for Planning Commission recently U.S. Centers for Disease Control. ronment. In addition, the city use walking or biking as preferred building a healthier Sault Ste. approved a Non-Motorized The plans layout a variety of plans on incorporating highlights transportation to work and many Marie community,” said Lisa Transportation Plan for the Sault paths, trails, lanes, sidewalk and of local history to go along with other local trips. Such changes in Myers, coordinator for the alli- which was developed with the crosswalk installations to accom- the improved recreational oppor- transportation choices could lead ance. help of funding from the Sault modate pedestrian traffic as well tunities. It is hoped the facilities to a healthier community with As of press time, the plans are Tribe Strategic Alliance for as some non-motorized personal will encourage more healthful better environmental quality and scheduled to go before the Sault Health Project. Developed by the vehicles such as bicycles, skates and useful activities by providing a more efficient and sustainable Ste. Marie City Commissioners Eastern Upper Peninsula Regional and wheelchairs. more connections between trails, transportation system. for approval on July 16. Planning and Development According to the executive sidewalks and bike routes, safer “Sault Tribe’s Strategic Those interested may be able Commission, the plans were summary accompanying the crosswalks and bike parking. Alliance for Health Project has to learn about the commission’s funded with a $5,000 grant from plans, the City of Sault Ste. Marie The summary further indicates been supporting infrastructure decision by checking with local the alliance with a matching is developing community features that as the recommendations in for all modes of travel. The media. $5,000 by the City of Sault Ste. that promote the health and well the plans are implemented, physi- approval of the Non-Motorized Hessel rental cabin opens By Rick Smith pancy and additional guests are extra. The offer Folks who might want some relief from the includes $10 in Kewadin credits for every guest hustle and bustle in their lives by taking a stay in over 19 years of age. a nice, clean place in a quiet rural setting should “Our team members are proud to have this check in with Kewadin Casinos about a new rental available for our gaming customers and visitors to cabin now available to visitors in the Hessel area. the Hessel area,” said Fox. “It has a nice country Tel Fox, manager of the Kewadin Casino in setting! It is located straight across from the Sault Hessel, said the cabin accommodates up to eight Tribe housing and only a short distance from the people staying overnight. A loft has two twin beds casino. Behind the building is our Kewadin Camp and one double bed. A double bed occupies the Ground that has 40 sites.” downstairs bedroom and the cabin also holds a Fox expressed gratitude to all involved with handy hide-a-bed sofa. In addition, bathroom facili- the cabin project for bringing it to fruition. Among ties are downstairs. Other amenities include living those involved were the Sault Tribe Board of room furniture, baseboard heat and a fireplace. The cabin’s kitchen has all the equipment most folks Directors, Kewadin Casinos COO Tony Goetz, might want including a stove, refrigerator, coffee Sault Tribe Construction staff, Hessel Casino Shift maker, microwave oven, toaster, utensils and dining Manager Tony LaPlante, maintenance staff member table. Tim Huffman, Divina Izzard of the Housekeeping The cabin is handicap accessible and features a staff, Ed LaPointe and his crew, and other dedicat- deck on the side entrance as well as a deck with a ed members of the Kewadin Casinos team, includ- seating area at the front entrance. The cabin offers ing Carol Eavou, vice-president of hotel operations plenty of parking and a picnic area with a fire pit. in Sault Ste. Marie. Kewadin Casinos is running an introductory Call 484-2903 or toll free at (800) KEWADIN Exterior view of the new rental cabin in Hessel available through special rate of $95 plus tax based on double occu- to learn more or make reservations. Kewadin Casinos.

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WAN Win Awenen Nisitotung wins was news in theanother non-daily category regional GNA works of excellence in selected as a recipient of a 2012 for Tapawingo Farms Aims to broadcasting, print and on the Good News Award in the straight Help Disadvantaged Youth by web that affirm the dignity of Rick Smith, which was published people, recognize and uphold in the Oct. 7, 2011, edition of the universally-recognized human paper. This is the second Good values, and uplift and nour- News Award won by the newspa- ish the human spirit. They are per. The first award was received sponsored by the religious lead- in 2010 for the feature story ers of the Evangelical Lutheran, Playing For Change: Working for Presbyterian, United Methodist, World Peace, also authored by Catholic and Episcopal churches Smith. in the Upper Peninsula region. The Sault Tribe’s paper was Phyllis Kimewon Williams Shelby Russo-Smith is the on of 26 winners this year from was hired recently as an Ojibwe Sault Tribe Culture Department a field of 64 entries from Upper language instructor in the Sault summer librarian – it took her Peninsula radio stations, news- Tribe Culture Department. She four weeks to enter about 1,000 papers, online publications and said she has seen that people in books into a computer filing TV stations. Another 18 received Michigan hunger for their tradi- system. Shelby is a Sault Tribe certificates of merit during a tional language but is concerned member and a 2011 graduate of luncheon and awards ceremony that it may be “in the 11th hour.” Sault Area High School. She said The 2012 Good News Award came on May 31 at Messiah Lutheran She believes that teaching it to she has learned more about her with a certificate recognizing the Church in Marquette. our children is critical to its sur- culture in her time working for author of the winning story. The Good News Awards honor vival. the tribe. Halabrin helps raise funds for cancer research The Sault Tribe Health Center the Avon Walk Chicago raised Park. The Wellness Village fea- access to treatment, support ser- Radiology Department is proud $6.3 million to advance access to tured two-person pink sleeping vices, and scientific research. to announce that employee care and finding a cure for breast tents, hot showers, prepared Since its launch in 2003, the Virginia Halabrin RT(R)(M) par- cancer. meals, entertainment, volunteer Avon Walk for Breast Cancer ticipated in the Avon Walk for During the Avon Walk medical services, along with lei- series has raised more than $435 Breast Cancer in Chicago, Ill., Chicago, which is a noncompeti- sure activities such as relaxing million through the dedication of this June. This was made pos- tive event, women and men had yoga to stretch out the muscles more than 165,000 participating sible through a donation from a choice of walking a marathon and a spa zone with mini-back- women and men from across the Kewadin Casinos. (26.2 miles) or a marathon and a and-foot-massages. On June 3, country, including thousands of Halabrin walked 26 miles in half (39.3 miles) over the week- walkers completed another 13.1 Avon associates and representa- two days in support of breast end. The event kicked off June 2 miles together, ending back at tives. The Avon Walk Chicago is cancer survivors and awareness. with an early morning Opening Soldier Field, where thousands the fourth event of the 2012 10th Over 2,800 participants from 39 Ceremony at Soldier Field, after of family and friends greeted birthday season, and registra- states as well as Canada took which walkers began their jour- them and shared in a celebratory tion is still open for women and part in Avon Walk Chicago, ney, traveling through Chicago Virginia Halabrin, above, walked and moving Closing Ceremony, men to take part in the remain- including 356 men and 340 and concluding at the Avon Walk 26 miles to help raise funds for including the awarding of new ing 2012 Avon Walks in Rocky breast cancer survivors. Together “Wellness Village” at Horner breast cancer research. grants. Mountains, Colo. (June 23-24), To participate in the Avon San Francisco (July 7-8), Santa Walk Chicago, each walker Barbara (Sept. 22-23), New York Mackinac County raised a minimum of $1,800 in City (Oct. 20-21), and Charlotte, Keep donations. The Avon Foundation N.C. (Oc. 27-28). for Women [a 501(c)(3) pub- For more information on the Prosecutor lic charity] manages the funds Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fred raised, which it awards to local, or to learn how to contribibute regional and national breast can- donations to the cause, visit cer organizations to support five www.avonwalk.org or call 888- areas of the breast cancer cause, 541-WALK. To learn more about including awareness and educa- the Avon Foundation for Women FELEPPA tion, screening and diagnosis, visit www.avonfoundation.org. ADVERTISEMENT Prosecutor Feleppa Works Robert Savoie With Police Each Day Fighting Crime and Keep- HEADING ing Our Community Safe. Chippewa County Sheriff

As our Prosecutor, Fred Feleppa A lifelong resident of is the attorney for our police of- ¿FHUVDQGUHSUHVHQWVWKHYLFWLPV Chippewa County, providing of crime in our courts of law. Fred 34 years of dedicated service has been a tough, independent with the Sheriff’s Department. and hard working prosecutor for over sixteen years.  First local officer recruited by Michigan State Police to serve as a S.A.N.E investigator. Fred Feleppa’s Wife and  Endorsed by past Sheriffs Case, Berkompas and Moran. Children are Proud Mem-  Certified Corrections Officer, bers of the Sault Tribe of Deputized with U.S. BIA.  Viet Nam combat Vet, VFW Chippewa Indians. member, Pickford American Legion, Raber AMVETS. Prosecutor Feleppa is married to  Michigan State Police Professional the former Sandy Wilkins. Sandy Excellence Award and Police and their children, Emma, 10, Officer of the Year (2 Years). and Josh, 7, are members and involved with the Sault Tribe. Fred Feleppa is proud of his children’s Chippewa Indian heritage. Honest - Compassionate - Proven

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Feleppa Newspaper Tribal Ad.indd 1 7/6/2012 11:18:38 AM July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 7 Manistique: now “Community for a Lifetime” The Office of Services to the and culture, and opportunities Manistique for its continued work in place, improving signage to Strategic Alliance for Health Aging (OSA) and Commission for participation in community in helping improve the lives of its facilitate walkability, establishing at (906) 341-9561 or via on Services to the Aging have events, all contribute to making older residents.” a comprehensive community CFL email at [email protected]. designated Manistique as a CFL communities good places to To qualify for CFL recogni- action plan and taking steps to General information about the “Community for a Lifetime” be raised, prosper and grow old. tion, a community conducts a generate resources to make com- “Community for a Lifetime” (CFL), in recognition of its efforts “Progressive communities, self assessment or initiates an munity improvements. program may be found at www. to become a more aging friendly such as Manistique, understand improvement that meets the For more information about michigan.gov/miseniors or by community. the true value of retaining and program’s aging friendly goals. Manistique CFL, contact Kerry contacting OSA at (517) 373- Established in 2007, the CFL attracting younger persons, fami- Manistique assessed itself on Ott, Sault Tribe, Manistique 8230. is part of a nationwide move- lies and older adults by promoting many issues, including walkabil- ment to respond to the needs of desirable community assets across ity, access to health care, trans- a rapidly aging population. Since the entire lifespan,” said Kari portation, safety and security, Leaders meet in the program began, it has become Sederburg, Director of the OSA. housing, supportive community apparent that when communi- “The same curb cut that allows systems, business accessibility, ties make modifications for the an older person with a cane to enrichment and community car- greater living ease of its older more easily cross the street, for ing. Toronto, Ontario citizens, all community members example, also benefits safe pas- Strengths identified in benefit. Housing and mobility sage of a child in a stroller. We Manistique include putting a options, access to services, parks wholeheartedly congratulate “Complete Streets” resolution Emergency alert system in place in tribe’s service area Developing home emergency preparations encouraged

From Sault Tribe Emergency providing over all coverage. Carpentier. “This can only be Management The lights will also provide accomplished if the systems are Beginning this month, ten 30- 360 degrees of coverage,” said utilized by residents and addi- foot towers located throughout Carpentier. tional preparedness actions are the Sault Tribe’s service area will The tribe’s emergency alert taken.” provide emergency alert notifi- notifications will connect with the Carpentier encouraged every cations to community residents NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) resident to develop a basic emer- with sirens and emergency lights All Hazards, a nationwide net- gency kit for their home and a for the hearing impaired. The work of radio stations broadcast- family emergency care plan that new communication tool is being ing continuous weather informa- will provide some basic structure installed and coordinated by the tion directly from the nearest in the event of a disaster, major Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians National Weather Service office. incident or hazardous weather. Emergency Management. NWR broadcasts official Weather Sault Tribe Emergency “The objective of these sys- Service warnings, watches, fore- Management will be coordinat- tems is to provide for outdoor casts and other hazard informa- ing additional trainings to ensure alerting in our remote communi- tion 24 hours a day, seven days a the preparedness, safety and self- ties for the purpose of enabling week. sufficiency of the community. residents of those communities Tenants living in Sault Tribe For more information, contact to receive emergency messages Housing Authority rental homes the office at 635-6065 or visit regarding hazardous weather will receive emergency weather www.stemergencymanagement. including thunderstorms, winter radios as part of the project. blogspot.com or Sault Tribe storms and tornados,” said Sault Training will be given regarding Emergency Management on Photo by Amy McCoy Sayers Tribe Emergency Manager Matt radio usage, storage and care. A Facebook. Batchewana First Nation Chief Dean Sayers headed a contingent of Carpentier. schedule of these trainings will be Installation of the Outdoor First Nations leaders to meet with Prince Charles during a June visit The towers will be strategi- announced in the coming weeks. Emergency Alert Systems is to Canada to remind the prince of the Crown’s responsibilities toward cally located to allow for power Complete installation of these part of the Sault Tribe Remote the treaties it made with Indian nations. Chief Sayers presented Prince and effective warning siren dis- systems is projected to be com- Community Alert Systems Charles with a miniature birch canoe as a symbol of their relationship. tribution and light visualization pleted throughout the summer and Program 2010 (Grant number throughout the seven-county ser- finalized by the end of July 2012. NA10NWS4680018), funded vice area in Chippewa, Mackinac, “In the end, we hope this through the U. S. Department Alger, Schoolcraft, Delta, project will ensure the safety, of Commerce, National Weather Marquette and Luce counties. and well-being of our com- Service and the National They will also provide emer- munity including Sault Tribe Oceanic and Atmospheric gency alert notifications to out- members and their families,” said Administration. side communities, benefitting every county, township and city within the radius of the emer- gency alert system. “These towers will project sound for one mile in 360 degrees Chi Miigwech Unit 2, for having the confidence in me to continue to lead our Tribe and our Tribal Members. I am truly Gallagher humbled and grateful for your support throughout Benefit the years and will con- tinue to work very hard to Services, Inc. move our Nation forward. Ronald D. Sober Cory J. Sober Miigwech manaaji’ineg! 105 Water Street (Thank you, as I respect you all!) Sault Ste. Marie, — Lana Causley, Unit 2 Director Michigan, 49783 (906) 635-5238 Page 8 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung the Elder times Join us on a two-day Nokomis Mishomis Place Frankenmuth and Soaring with elders and children, so I believe I will fit right in at Eagle bus trip! Call today! Elder Care Services. The Hessel Elders Hessel on Sept. 19, over- Subcommittee is sponsor- night at the Soaring Eagle ing a two-day bus trip to in Mt. Pleasant and return to Frankenmuth, Mich., and Hessel on Sept. 20. the Soaring Eagle Casino The price is $117 each for in Mount Pleasant, Mich., Unit 2 Hessel tribal elders, on Sept., 19-20. The trip their spouses and spouses includes transportation by of deceased Hessel tribal MEET NEW STAFFER JOSH bus, lunch and show at elders, and $188 each for GORDON — Josh has lived MEET KARLA MCLEOD Zehnder’s, Frankenmuth everyone else. in Sault Ste. Marie all his — I was born in Sault Ste. city tour, lodging at Soaring Price based on double life, graduating from Sault Marie, Mich., and enjoy the MEET JOE HARPER — I was Eagle, tour of Ziibiwing occupancy for lodging. High in 2008 and LSSU in Upper Peninsula’s weather. born in the Sault. I moved Cultural Center, lunch with For questions or addi- 2010. Josh’s mom, Carrie I have been married to Mike away for about 12 years, Saginaw Chippewa tribal tional information, contact Sayles, works at Enrollment, McLeod for 23 years. We live and have been back in the and his dad, Ron Gordon, elders and other fun activi- Betty Huffman, 484-2894, Sault since 1993. I have ties. The bus will depart or Shirley Braun, 484-3186. in Kincheloe with our five owns Perscription Oxygen children, Lance 22, Jordan two boys, Joesph, 34, who in the Sault. Josh has one 20, Michaela, 17, Paige, 14, is living in North Dakota, brother, Jesse, who lives in and Noah, 12. We have a and Joesph Preston Harley the Sault. Josh is engaged Shetland sheep dog named Harper, 17, who lives in to be married to Chelsea “Scottie.” I enjoy spending Kinross. I love to ride mor- Sauro on Aug. 24, 2013. time with husband, my chil- torcycles, hunt and fish. You Chelsea works at Chippewa dren and my church family. will find me riding my bike Animal Clinic. Josh has four I have had a few different during the summer months. dogs and likes to golf in his jobs but I enjoy working spare time. NOTICE TO BOATERS COMMERCIAL TRAP NETS in northern Lakes Michigan & Huron

RED OR 4-FOOT STAFF BUOY WITH RED OR RED OR ORANGE ORANGE ORANGE FLAG AND FISHER ID NO. FLOAT OR STAFF SUMMER PETS — Sault Elder Care has been taking care of FLOAT OR BUOY the Sault Tribe Head Start class’ goldfish for the summer. STAFF BUOY The elders have really been enjoying them. As you can see, Ken Lively is helping in the care of them.

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See under net marking for maps and other information.

➤ Vessel Operators should NAVIGATE AWAY from all markers and REMAIN 1,500 FEET AWAY from any staff buoy or jug markers.

➤ Please EXERCISE CAUTION while boating in these areas. Visibility will be limited during low-light or bad weather conditions.

➤ WARNING: Tampering with these or any other legally set nets is a violation of State and Federal law.

MIIGWECH — The elders asked Josh Homminga from the For more information contact: Report unmarked nets: Sault Tribe Cultural Department to come and reface our CHIPPEWA OTTAWA RESOURCE AUTHORITY LOCAL, STATE or TRIBAL LAW dream catcher. Josh is taking advantage of a sunny day 179 W. Three Mile, ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS to get started. The Sault Tribe Unit 1 elders would like to Sault Ste. Marie MI 49783 or Michigan DNR RAP Hotline thank Josh. 906-632-0043 1-800-292-7800 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 9 From Kewadin Casinos DUCK LAKE FIRE ASSISTANCE — At left, Kewadin Casinos and the Sault Tribe emergency response team put together donations last month for the firefighters and evacuees of the Duck Lake forest fire, including 15 cases of 18-pack Gatorade, suckers, T-shirts, wash rags, duct tape, anti-itch cream, Benedryl, dental floss, individual hand sanitizer, decks of cards, 10 cases of water, toothpicks and lawn chairs.

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For more information or an application, please call 906-635-7722 (Sault) 906-643-9733 (St. Ignace) ApplicAtion AvAilAble online At www.sAulttribe.com Page 10 Op/Ed July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Voter registration at health clinics advocated tration agencies will not solve all the problems that are causing low rates of participation among American Indians and Alaska Natives or fully address the ongoing mistrust. Nonetheless, it would be an important step that would have a significant positive impact on the voting rights of thousands of Americans.” The good thing about this plan is that it builds on the success- ful voter efforts that are already By Mark TrahanT out there, such as Native Votes. Voting should be easy, almost The impact of Native voting has routine. If it’s election day ... already impacted elections in we should vote. It’s that simple Alaska, Montana and beyond. But because it’s the very foundation that success has been limited by of democracy. It is only when a smaller voter pool than what “we” have a say in what happens could be. Imagine if the numbers next, in our future, that gover- were increased by 1 million. nance meets the basic test of a This next election at the local, democracy. state and federal level, is all about But, too often, that’s not the austerity and the nature of gov- case for American Indians and American Indians and Alaska Natives have the lowest voter participation rate by race and ethnicity, accord- ernment. Alaska Natives. This week the ing to a new study by Tova Wang, a senior democracy fellow at Demos. The report was released this week by NCAI has already called National Congress of American the National Congress of American Indians with proposals to boost participation by Native American citizens. for the biggest turn out of Indians called the problem of one mission — we must mobilize National Voter Registration Act.” also be cost-effective voter regis- Indian Country voters in his- access to voting a “civic emer- like never before — register tens This basic idea has worked in tration, the Congressional Budget tory — and that’s exactly right gency” requiring an immediate of thousands of people, and turn other places where low-income Office estimates the total cost at because there’s no better time fix. out the largest Native vote in his- voters register at public assistance less than $500,000 over a four- for American Indians and Alaska “Native people have remained tory.” agencies. Demos found that when year period. Native voters to have a say. one of the most disenfranchised One way that can happen is to the law was implemented tens “The Native community in the Especially when that means tens group of voters in the United increase the velocity of voter reg- of thousands of new voters were United States is increasingly mak- of thousands of new voters. Then, States. Today as a result, only istration by going to places where added in North Carolina, Virginia, ing its voice heard in state and given the chance, those voters two out of every five eligible Native Americans already gather. Missouri, Ohio and Illinois. “In national elections,” the Demos will make elections routine. American Indian and Alaska One such magnet is the local Illinois, the number of public report said. “Unfortunately, most Mark Trahant is a writer, Native voters are not registered clinic. A new report from Demos agency registration applications of our history has been one of speaker and Twitter poet. He to vote, in 2008 over 1 million explains why the Indian health is now at levels 18 times the rate state mistreatment and exclusion is a member of the Shoshone- eligible Native voters were unreg- clinic is ideal: “Appropriate IHS before re-implementation” of that of indigenous peoples. There are Bannock Tribes and lives in Fort istered,” said Jefferson Keel, facilities should be designated as voting registration law. That’s still problems and tensions ... Hall, Idaho. Trahant’s recent president of NCAI, the nation’s official voter registration agen- exactly the kind of boost that Making voter registration easier book, “The Last Great Battle of oldest and most representative cies along the same lines as state would be needed to register a mil- and more accessible through the Indian Wars,” is the story of tribal advocacy organization. based public assistance agencies lion American Indian and Alaska designation of Indian Health Sen. Henry Jackson and Forrest Keel said that starting this are now designated under the Native voters. This process would Service facilities as voter regis- Gerard. week, “we all must be unified by American Indian votes can influence elections By Prudence anguilM the Native vote, well, the reason mote voter registration, to have did not allow Natives to vote President Obama spoke to the With 2012 being a big year is because Native Americans have local high schools make register- until 1962. Within four years Crow Nation, his rating jumped for elections, tribal and national, one of the lowest election poll ing to vote a part of the graduat- the Native vote is going to grow up to 91 percent. Just as the tribal I thought it would be interest- turn outs. In fact statistics show ing class, to remind those who are by 500,000 new eligible voters. government is a part of your life, ing to explore the concept of the that in 2008, one in three Native eligible to vote to do so, and to Native people need to get out so is the United States govern- “Native Vote.” Rock the Vote is Americans who were eligible to remind every voter that their vote and vote in tribal and national ment. Who else but the Native an organization that has spent 21 vote did not. This counts for over does count. So you may won- elections. It is upsetting to find people can say that they have years reminding people to vote. 1 million votes that went unused; der — why is this campaign so out that one of the reasons many influence over two governments? Rock the Vote has a new cam- votes that may or may not swing important? The reason is because Natives vote in tribal elections, So why not get out there and let paign this year called “Native an election vote. Michigan is one of 18 states that but not in national elections, is your voice be heard with your Vote 2012,” reminding the Native Rock the Vote, Native Vote is considered to be a key Native because they feel that the tribal vote. community to get out and vote. 2012 is campaigning in Native vote state; Michigan has a Native government is their government. Prudence Anguilm is a senior You may wonder why Rock the communities to accomplish sev- population of 1.3 percent that is However, Native votes are just as majoring in communication at Vote’s new campaign is targeting eral goals. These goals are to pro- eligible to vote. important in a national election as Lake Superior State University. Ifind it upsetting that the a tribal one. A perfect example of She is currently working in an Native vote is so low, especially this is the 2008 presidental cam- internship with the Sault Tribe Vote August 7 when states like New Mexico paign, McCain vs. Obama. After Communications Department. Democratic Primary Communications major joins staff of Win Awenen Nisitotung for summer FroM Prudence anguilM is Middlesex by Michigan author Keep Iam a fellow Sault Tribe Jeffrey Eugenides. I have three member who is lucky enough tattoos and I plan on getting a few to have the privilege of spend- more later on. ing the summer learning about I first approached Brandi in Don Cooper the tribal newspaper from the the Education department about Communication Department. possible summer internships that I currently am a senior major- would involve my major. Luckily, ing in Communication at Lake Jennifer Dale-Burton offered me Working Superior State University. During the opportunity to experience my free time, I enjoy going to communication via the tribal concerts, music, reading, baking newspaper. It is very exciting to For You! a variety of different desserts, see and learn about everything just about anything that gets you that goes into the newspaper. It is up and doing something. I hate great to be able to experience my when I have too much free time major in one of the many career on my hands. My favorite book Prudence Anguilm paths it can lead. Thank you!! Want to find a fun and free way to help feed the hungry of the world? You can do that while sharpening your vocabulary at www.freerice.org. You will be asked vocabulary questions on Paid for by the committee to elect Don Cooper. the site and every time you answer correctly, the site donates grains of rice to the World Food Program. Questions vary in difficulty, it may seem too easy at first but gets quite challenging. July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 11 Bayliss Public Library premieres movie filmed in the EUP By Rick Smith detailed accusation of a heinous Dead Man Walking. A roster of A story about an unlikely, nature written on the back of it. 53 locals from the Sault area modern day knight errant from Intrigued, our hero opts to make took roles in the film as extras. California on a murky quest to a cross-country booze cruise to While the appearance of some bring justice to a perpetrator of learn what he can about the story fell to the cutting room floor, bygone wrongs in the Upper behind the accusation. One could others are seen in the final pro- Peninsula of Michigan finds the rightly deduce at this point that duction. Names in the credits main characters trying to come to this beautiful, sometimes gritty strongly suggest some members terms with personal demons and and rather cerebral work of art is of Sault Tribe portrayed eastern ghosts in the award-wining Osiris not family fare. Upper Peninsula denizens in the Entertainment production of The According to Walk The Path production. This writer observed Twenty. Productions, the production com- the appearance of at least one The movie was filmed in the pany of writer/actor/producer acquaintance in the film. summer of 2006 and has been Chopper Bernet, who portrays The movie was shown in Sault making the rounds at international the main character, most of the Ste. Marie at the Bayliss Public and domestic film festivals since filming for the movie was done Library on June 5 and the library its completion in 2010. It picked in Sault Ste. Marie while some set an encore showing for July 24 up an award for best cinematog- scenes were filmed on Neebish at 6:30 p.m. raphy at the Kent Film Festival in Island and a few other parts were Connecticut. It is also made the done in Topanga, Calif. The An immunization note for elders official selection list at many of movie does a superb job of cap- Things that wear down as we the others. turing some of the beauty of the get older include vaccinations. The protagonist in the story St. Marys River. Dr. Andrew Kroger of the Cen- is Carty Fox. Viewers are intro- The movie carries a message, ters for Disease Control and Pre- duced to him at the beginning a stoic sort of philosophy on liv- vention says many older people of the movie after a brief series ing one’s life that could be easily don’t realize this, “Adult immu- of flashes of his daily life. The missed if one is not paying much nizations are an excellent way to opening dialogue pretty much sets attention as the story unfolds. prevent many diseases that can the stage of what’s going on in Without spoiling the film for be deadly. Vaccines aren’t just his life, he and his wife are laying anyone, here’s a big clue — give for kids. Some of the protection in bed, she is awake, he appears particularly close attention and you got from childhood vaccines to be slumbering with his back to consideration to all references to may have worn off.” her. water, whether spoken, written or Consider the chickenpox vac- “Carty,” she says in a soft, visual, especially regarding the cination you got as a kid, chick- conversational tone. “Carty, are characteristics of water. enpox and shingles are caused you awake?” The Twenty features a couple by the same virus, but shingles “I am now,” he responds, of well-known figures in the Special encore showing at Bayliss Public Library is more common among people “what is it?” entertainment industry. Most over 60. If you’re over 60, you “I, um, you know all the times in Sault Ste. Marie on July 24, 6:30 p.m. notably, perhaps, Laraine may need a shingles vaccina- you blacked out and you said you why you couldn’t remember . . . “Not that I remember.” Newman, formerly of Saturday couldn’t remember?” and . . . I keep wondering if you Yes, indeed, he’s working on Night Live, and Clancy Brown, tion. And the vaccination against “Mm-hmm.” were cheating on me.” some personal “issues.” Into this who folks may remember from tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis “Well, I keep wondering what “Mm-hmm.” shaky situation comes a U.S. a number of films including The – known as Tdap, it could keep you were doing, what you did and “Did you?” twenty-dollar bill with a brief but Shawshank Redemption and you from infecting the grandkids.

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1-800-QUIT-NOW Page 12 Regional/national July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Tribes collecting millions from federal Nez Lawsuits brought by American Indian tribes over Perce vs. Salazar settlement mismanagement of lands and funds By Brenda Austin filed within the three days they determine what sort of claim we more than our experts thought Attorney Bruce Greene has automatically became a plain- would have if we went to trial, we could prove at trial, so it was represented the Sault Tribe since tiff to the lawsuit. That’s where that is what we could prove by an easy recommendation to the 1975 on a wide range of issues. Greene stepped in for the Sault way of failure to manage the tribe that this seemed like a good He owns a law firm in Boulder, Tribe. He contacted then-chair- funds held by the U.S. and then opportunity to settle under favor- Colo., and works under contract man, Joe McCoy, who said to go we tried to compare that to what able terms,” Greene said. “It was for the tribe. Greene was also one ahead and intervene in the law- the U.S. was offering us,” he a fortuitous opportunity for the of the original lawyers to estab- suit. said. “We were a small player in tribe and I think the settlement lish the Native American Rights “The first question for the this rather big production. Some was very favorable – a good Fund (NARF) in 1970. Sault Tribe was what sort of tribes have claims in the millions result for a minimal amount of According to NARF’s website, claim might they have,” said of dollars. The settlement amount effort. NARF was not charging it is a nonprofit law firm working Greene. “It turned out that really was $215,000, and the way we for their time so we didn’t burn to assert and defend the rights of the only claim the tribe had was judged if that was an adequate up a lot of the tribe’s legal time tribes, organizations and individu- the Indian Claims Commission settlement was by consulting with on this.” als nationwide with a focus on Judgment funds, which had been our expert witnesses to determine Greene said that NARF has preserving tribal existence; pro- Attorney Bruce Greene appropriated but not paid out what they would testify to at asked the tribes they represented because there was a great deal of trial.” in the litigation for a donation of tection of tribal natural resources; were filed: Remember the Cobell disagreement amongst the tribes Other tribes with large land about 10 percent of the judgment promotion of Native American v. Salazar Indian Trust Settlement that were eligible to participate bases had lost hundreds of mil- amount each tribe received. human rights and accountabil- class action litigation that was about how the funds were to be lions of dollars in royalties for It is expected that the tribe will ity of governments to Native originally filed on June 10, 1996 divided.” oil, gas, grazing and timber rights receive the $215,000 judgment Americans. It also works to and was just given final approval Greene said it was those funds on tribal lands due to the mis- this year. Sault Tribe General develop and promote Indian law June 20 of last year? Cobell v. that were arguably not properly management of their accounts, Counsel John Wernet said it and to educate the public about Salazar is a class-action lawsuit managed during the time they according to Greene. would be up to the tribe’s board Indian rights, laws and issues. brought by Native American rep- were held by the U.S., which NARF attorneys represented of directors to determine the most Greene said he received a call resentatives against two depart- gave rise to the claim to damages all the tribes during the litigation. appropriate use of the funds when from a NARF attorney about ments of the U.S. government. by the Sault Tribe. “We tried to “We were offered significantly they are received. three years ago asking if the The plaintiffs claimed the U.S. Sault Tribe would be interested government incorrectly accounted in intervening in a litigation that for the income from Indian trust was ongoing with the U.S. Justice assets, which belonged to indi- Department over the settlement vidual Native Americans but were of a number of lawsuits brought managed by the Department of by individual tribes over the the Interior. mismanagement of tribal lands In the winter of 2009, a $3.4 and funds. It was a very short billion settlement was announced. window — three days — for the President Obama signed legisla- tribe to initiate it’s own lawsuit tion authorizing government or intervene in the current lawsuit funding of a final version of once a federal judge determined the $3.4 billion settlement in the existing lawsuits would not be December 2010, 14 years after heard as a class action. the original lawsuit was filed. “Because the more than 40 According to Greene, as the tribes involved in the lawsuits Cobell litigation was being were raising the same or similar resolved, tribes realized they had issues, the lawsuits would be claims too, as well as individual heard at approximately the same Native Americans, because the time and by the same federal U.S. was holding trust funds for judge, but each suit would raise the benefit of tribes. The tribes the individual facts associated wanted to know if the funds were with the particular tribe’s claim,” being properly invested and if the Greene said. U.S. government knew exactly The lawsuit is known as Nez what and where those funds were. Perce vs. Salazar. It is expected So, following in the footsteps the more than 40 tribes involved of Cobell, a number of tribes are slated to collect over $1 — with the Nez Perce being the billion. The settlement was lead tribe — filed claims against announced this spring by the Secretary of the Interior Salazar U.S. Justice Department and for an accounting of those funds. the Interior Department, which At this point, the 40-plus tribes manages about 2,500 tribal trust wanted to certify a class action. accounts and more than 100,000 The judge denied the request tribal leases. but allowed tribes the three-day Yes, the Sault Tribe received period to file their own lawsuit or a small settlement. But first, the intervene in the Nez Perce litiga- back story as to why the lawsuits tion in their own name. If they Notice from the Sault Tribe Health Division In our efforts to continually improve our services, the Sault Tribe Health Division has arranged for Arbor Associates, Inc., an independent survey firm, to talk with you about your satisfaction with the care we have provided you.

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Miigwech July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung regional–national Page 13 Senate hears concerns on taxing tribal benefits By Rick Smith are excluded as taxable income. efforts to work for the common Ensure sovereignty and federal welfare programs are taxable. Sault Tribe members who But the tribal representatives good of all, based upon tribally- policy is upheld and supported in To be very clear, whether this receive tribal benefits such as indicated the IRS seems to be determined needs that may also the creation of a general welfare exclusion is or is not applied does elders’ dividends, housing assis- increasing efforts to tax tribal be culturally established or to doctrine for tribes; not limit what benefits or social tance, traditional burial ceremo- assistance to members. According implement programmatic com- Ensure input from tribal lead- programs tribes can provide to nies and other services may even- to John Yellowbird Steele, presi- mitments the federal government ers and congressional intent is their members. The question is tually have to pay federal taxes dent of the Oglala Sioux Tribe of has failed to fulfill.” incorporated into the guidance whether the provision of those on such accommodations unless Pine Ridge, S.D., the IRS wants She further indicated that the document; benefits is excludable from gross it can be prevented by American tribes to put a monetary value on IRS has challenged the benefits Ensure tribal leadership has income under the general welfare Indian leaders who are working aid to its members, such as help provided by tribal cultural leaders ample opportunity to review doctrine.” with Congress and the United with home repairs and so on, so who participate in activities that any formal or informal guidance Christie further indicated the States Internal Revenue Service that recipients of the aid can be transmit tribal culture as being prior to implementation and have IRS intends to publish written (IRS) on the issue. taxed on the help. Steele told the taxable compensation for services meaningful input in this and other guidance that will address issues Actions taken by the IRS committee that if an individual or provided. She called the idea of a IRS policy that directly affects raised by tribes and improve in recent years raised concerns family couldn’t afford the repairs requirement for tribal officials to tribes, internal coordination procedures among American Indian tribal in the first place, it’s most likely issue tax forms to spiritual lead- End the abrupt change in IRS for increased clarity and consis- leaders and organizations that the they won’t be able to pay taxes ers for conducting traditional cer- policy to begin taxing trust and tency in applying the general wel- agency is preparing to impose on such benefits. emonies as not only burdensome settlement distributions to indi- fare doctrine. She added that the taxes that would adversely impact Lynn Malerba, chief of the but culturally offensive. viduals, and agency looks forward to working tribal self-sufficiency programs Mohegan Tribe, spoke on behalf William Lomax, president of Be prepared to step in with with tribes on this item in the and membership benefits. The of the United South and Eastern the Native American Finance statutory language should the future. U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Tribes. Among many other points Officers Association based in IRS’ final guidance fail to uphold The Committee on Indian Affairs conducted an oversight made in her testimony, Malerba Washington, D.C., requested the the core tenants of federal Indian Affairs is currently composed hearing on the issue of new tax said, “The problems being committee to take six measures policy. of 13 U.S. senators, seven burdens on tribal self-determina- addressed in the tribal-federal in its oversight role to respect Speaking on behalf of the Democrats and six Republicans, tion on June 14 in Washington, consultation on the general wel- the federal government’s trust IRS, Christie Jacobs, director of and is chaired by Senator Daniel D.C. fare exclusion are multi-dimen- responsibilities, hard-won treaty the IRS Office of Indian Tribal Akaka (D-HI). The six panelists Six panelists representing sional. The existing general wel- rights, long established and reaf- Governments, indicated the agen- appearing before the commit- American Indian tribal interests fare framework in recent years firmed federal Indian policies and cy questions how the general wel- tee at the hearing were Steele, and the IRS appeared before the has been interpreted extremely the current presidential admin- fare exclusion applies to tribes. Malerba, Lomax, Jacobs, Athena committee. The IRS indicated it narrowly by the IRS in its tribal istrations objectives of ensuring “The principle issue for dis- Sanchey-Yallup, secretary of the has been meeting with tribes to audits. For instance, tribal pro- fairness in tax policies. cussion today is the general Confederated Tribes and Bands determine what is taxable under gram benefits are deemed non- He proposed the following welfare exclusion. Tribes, like all of the Yakima Nation Tribal its General Welfare Doctrine. taxable only when ‘need’ is based measures: Placing a moratorium governments, sponsor social wel- Council, Toppenish, Wash., and According to the IRS, the doc- upon financial need established on any examinations of tribal fare programs designed to support Aaron Klein, deputy assistant sec- trine states that payments made pursuant to income-based criteria. general welfare programs until their members. Of principal rel- retary for economic policy coor- under social benefit programs This new requirement of means- clear and consistent guidance or evance to the IRS is whether pay- dination in the U.S. Department for promotion of general welfare testing offends tribal leaders’ legislation is enacted; ments made through those social of the Treasury. HEARTH Act passed in House, pends in Senate By Rick Smith out the approval of the Secretary discourage financial institutions land – and this approval process Country. Tribal governments will The situation is beginning of the Interior as long as leases from becoming involved, making can take as long as two years. be able to control their own land to look like it might get a little are executed under tribal regula- it difficult for members to take During this extremely long wait, and direct the necessary resources brighter for Sault Tribe mem- tions previously approved by the advantage of tribal homeowner- the mortgage approval usually to construct community centers bers who may be interested in Department of the Interior (DOI). ship programs on tribal lands. expires and sellers can rarely wait and fill commercial spaces.” participating in the tribe’s hom- According to a summary of Congressional Representative this long. With such a daunting The bill also sets forth the eownership program by taking up the House bill acquired through Betty McCollum of Minnesota and long process, it’s no wonder required environmental review residence on lands leased from the Library of Congress, the spelled out the situation to col- that tribal members give up and processes required under tribal the tribe. HEARTH Act of 2011 extends leagues on the house floor in decide to move off the reserva- leasing regulations that must be In a unanimous decision, the discretion to lease restricted testimony last May, “Under cur- tion and away from their families in place to gain approval from the the United States House of lands for business, agricultural, rent law, many Native Americans and communities, just to own a DOI. The review process calls for Representatives recently passed public, religious, educational, living on tribal land have to home.” identification and evaluation of the Helping Expedite and recreational or residential pur- fight government bureaucracy Passing the HEARTH Act any significant effects a proposed Advance Responsible Tribal poses without the approval of the to buy a home. Just like other into law, said McCollum, would lease may have on the environ- Homeownership (HEARTH) Act Interior as long as such arrange- Americans pursuing the American allow tribal governments to ment and sufficient time to allow which, once passed into law, will ments are conducted under dream of homeownership, they lease the land directly, making public comment on those effects. enable American Indian tribes tribal regulations approved by the find a house, get a mortgage the process faster and easier for The HEARTH Act is pending across the country to acceler- Interior. In effect, it streamlines approved and make an offer. American Indians to buy homes approval from the U.S. Senate ate proceedings in leasing tribal the process by eliminating the It’s at this point that the dream on tribal lands. McCollum added, before going to the president of property for homes and economic need for approval of each transac- often turns into a nightmare for “This leasing structure would the United States to be signed development. tion by the Interior. Historically, tribal members. Before they can also encourage community into law. Under current law, only the obtaining approval from the DOI close on a house, they have to and economic development on This Act should not be con- Navajo Nation is allowed discre- for individual leases is often get approval from the Bureau tribal lands, and spur renewable fused with another act with the tion to lease restricted lands with- slow and cumbersome enough to of Indian Affairs to lease the energy development in Indian same acronym passed in 2009. Supreme Court ruling on “Obamacare” affirms Indian Health Care Improvement Act permanence, provisions By Rick Smith certain terms to receive federal sovereignty of states, views of Service (IHS) beneficiaries, certain funding sources to support The United States Supreme Medicaid expansion funding. religious institutions and other authorizes IHS to make arrange- health care in Indian Country. Court rendered a decision The aim of the provisions is to details, the decision does reaf- ments with the Department of Prior to President Obama last June 28 in the case of increase the number of Americans firm the permanent Indian Health Veterans Affairs and Department signing the Indian Health Care the National Federation of with access to health services and Care Improvement Act of 2010 of Defense to share medical Improvement Act into law in Independent Business et. al. v decrease the cost of health care. as it was not a point of the over- facilities and services, updates 2010, the provisions of the origi- Sebelius, Secretary of Health Included in the Affordable all contentions in the Affordable laws on the ability of Indian nal and very different original and Human Services. The case Care Act is the Indian Health Care Act. health facilities to collect reim- version passed by Congress in involved the constitutionality Care Improvement Act passed by According to the U.S. Health bursements from Medicare, 1976 had to be reauthorized at of key provisions in the Patient Congress and signed into law by and Human Services, some of Medicaid and the Children’s intervals. American Indian tribes Protection and Affordable President Obama in March 2010. the many major changes and Health Insurance Program, autho- and tribal organizations began Care Act passed by Congress The Supreme Court essentially improvements to health care ser- rizes urban Indian organizations pushing for an updated and per- in 2010. The Affordable Care upheld the Affordable Care Act, vices in Indian Country include to establish programs to train and manent version of the Indian Act is commonly referred to as the president’s overhaul of health authorization for hospice care, employ Indians to provide health Health Care Improvement Act “Obamacare,” the most conten- care in the United States. assisted living and long-term care care services and directs the in 2000, according to Yvette tious provisions in question While it appears the Supreme programs along with other health IHS to establish comprehensive Roubideaux, director of the require most Americans to main- Court’s decision will not end all care based in homes and commu- behavioral health, prevention and Indian Health Service. tain “minimum essential” health squabbles over the Affordable nities. It allows tribes and tribal treatment programs. (Editor’s note: Read more on insurance coverage beginning in Care Act regarding matters such organizations to buy health ben- The Indian Health Care this subject in Cathy Abramson’s 2014 and that states must accept as funding, encroachment on the efits coverage for Indian Health Improvement Act also mandates unit report on page 27.) Page 14 Regional–National July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung

Forum LANSING — The Michigan focused on economicof the Coeurdiversification d’Alene Tribe of She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi, Economic Development Idaho, encouraged tribes to use Gun Lake Tribe, and president Corporation (MEDC) hosted its their distinct tribal advantages to and chief executive officer of third annual tribal-state economic pursue federal contracting oppor- Anishnabe Development. “I forum in Lansing on May 17 tunities. encourage tribal officials to plan and 18. The event was attended “The federal government is the for sustainable cooperative econ- by about 85 people, including largest purchaser of goods and omies.” representatives from nine of services in the world,” Worden Frank Ettawageshik, Little Michigan’s 12 Indian tribes, as said. Traverse Bay Bands Odawa, who well as participants from other Kip Richie, Forest County serves as the Executive Director tribes from across the United Potawatomi of Wisconsin of the United Tribes of Michigan, States. and chief operation officer said the event and advancement “We are excited to be working A speaker addresses attendees at the Michigan Economic Development for the Potawatomi Business of state-tribal business develop- with Michigan’s Indian tribes to Corporation third annual tribal-state economic forum in Lansing. Development Corporation, served ment collaboration had come a grow more and better jobs and finance and government contract- community development finan- as the keynote speaker and pro- long way. retain our youth and talent in ing to agri-business, aquaculture cial institution, discussed the vided an overview of how his “We used to sit and talk Michigan,” said Terri Fitzpatrick, and alternative energy. Three various entrepreneurial funding tribe initiated its non-gaming about what we could do, what Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa and of Michigan’s tribes — the and services provided by NSLF, business diversification efforts. we should do. Today we’re vice president of tribal business Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Inc. to the local community. The “It did not happen overnight here talking about what we are development for the MEDC. “The Potawatomi, the Pokagon Band of Northern Shores Loan Fund was and not everything was a win,” doing, and what we have done,” MEDC works with each tribe on Potawatomi, and the Hannahville formed by the Little Traverse Bay Richie said. “But we successfully Ettawageshik said. an individual basis, respectful of Potawatomi Indian Community Bands to promote economic and moved from passive investments Tribal forum information can unique interests and proprietary — shared inspirational project community development. to purchasing existing companies be found on the MEDC’s website information.” stories with the gathering. Dennis Worden, legislative and pursuing federal contracting.” at michiganadvantage.org/tribal. Attendees were exposed to a Lisa McComb, executive director for the Native American “A job on the rez is a job in For more on the MEDC and variety of business development director of Northern Shores Loan Contractors Association in the region,” said Eric Trevan, a its initiatives, visit the webswite topics ranging from business, Fund, Inc., a Native-certified Washington, D.C., and a member member of the Match-E-Be-Nash- MichiganAdvantage.org. Patrick Miles appointed regional U.S. attorney GRAND RAPIDS – Grand Harvard Law School. He became Christian College), Miles gradu- Spectrum Health Foundation, Rapids attorney Patrick Miles Jr., a partner at the age of 29 and was ated from Aquinas College with a Spectrum Health Hospitals, 44, took the oath of office as U.S. the first African American part- Bachelors of Science in Business and DeVos Children’s Hospital Attorney for the Western District ner in Varnum’s 110-year history. Administration with an eco- Foundation. Miles previously of Michigan July 9. Miles was Miles joined the national law nomics major. Miles served as was elected as a Grand Rapids nominated by President Barack firm of Dickinson Wright PLLC President of the Grand Rapids Bar Association Trustee and Obama on March 29 and was in 2006 as a partner based in the Bar Association from 2004 to chaired its Diversity Committee confirmed by the United States Grand Rapids office. In 2010, 2005. He also was chairman of from 1998 to 2002. Senate on June 29. Miles is the Miles ran to represent Michigan’s the Aquinas College Board of The U.S. Attorney is the first African American to hold the Third District in Congress. He Trustees from 2004 to 2008. chief law enforcement officer post of U.S. Attorney for Western won the Democratic primary, but Most recently, he was President in the District, responsible for Michigan. did not win the November gen- of the Grand Rapids Black federal criminal prosecutions U.S. Attorney Miles replaces eral election. Chamber of Commerce. His and civil cases involving the Donald A. Davis. A Grand Rapids native, local community involvement U.S. Government. The Western Miles began his legal career as Miles graduated from Ottawa includes past service as a board District of Michigan consists of an associate at the Grand Rapids- Hills High School at the age member and officer of Advisory 49 counties, including the entire based law firm of Varnum, of 16. After spending a year Center for Teens, Greater Grand Upper Peninsula, as well as 11 Riddering, Schmidt and Howlett at Great Lakes Bible College Rapids YMCA, Hope Network, federally-recognized Native in 1991 after graduating from (now known as Great Lakes Patrick Miles Jr. Inner-City Christian Federation, American Indian tribes. Member-owned business serves five U.P. counties By Brenda Austin Bryan is certified as a heavy Goudreau & Associates, Inc., Bryan, who is the service Ground Source Heating & equipment operator and has an offering architectural and engi- manager, said his goal is to take Refrigeration of Garden, Mich., associate’s degree in HVAC from neering design services. care of their customers in a is co-owned by a brother-sister Mid Michigan College. He is Aimee, who is the president timely manner and as efficiently team, Sault Tribe members Bryan also EPA certified, ARI certified, of Ground Source, has been help- as they can. and Aimee Goudreau. They holds a Michigan contractors ing Bryan build a business plan Bryan said that Ground Source opened their doors for business license and is certified in geo- and put policies and procedures would be working with a local July 1 with a month’s worth of thermal design and installation. in place for the new company. bank in Delta County to offer low work already scheduled. Bryan Since 1996 he has worked for She said, “Our business is family interest rate loans to help custom- said they hope to work hand-in- Michigan companies as a HVAC owned. We have a shared vision, ers finance their energy projects. hand with residents, contractors service technician and as a refrig- value and goals with a dedicated To make an appointment or and businesses of Delta, Alger, eration technician. team to stand behind our work. for more information, call Bryan Schoolcraft, Mackinaw and Bryan Goudreau Bryan and Aimee grew up We strive hard to achieve the or Aimee at (906) 450-0408, Chippewa counties to build last- in the construction and service highest quality of customer ser- would like to buy USA-made email groundsourcehtg@gmail. ing relationships and provide the industry — their father owns products as much as possible. vice and satisfaction.” com. best service at an affordable rate. They also offer tribal member Ground Source is a service and elder discounts. Recognizing provider of refrigeration and that residents of the UP live in Commanche Nation appoints heating equipment offering main- mostly rural areas, Bryan said in tenance and installation. They order to help customers living in also offer sales, installation and the more remote areas, Ground maintenance of air conditioning, first ambassador to Spain Source will charge a rate of .55 ALBUQUERQUE — ervation of the Spanish Imperial gas fireplaces, restaurant kitchen cents per mile and $25 an hour LaDonna Harris (Comanche), Eagle. In both the Spanish and equipment, HEPA filtration sys- for travel time with their profes- President and Founder of Comanche culture, eagles have a tems and Bryan is certified and sional rate of $75 an hour begin- Americans for Indian Opportunity historical and cultural symbolism will be specializing in geo-ther- ning when they are actually on (AIO), was appointed on May and attachment. mal design and installation. They the job. 16 as the first Comanche Nation The proclamation states that are available 24/7 for emergency “I enjoy helping people and Ambassador to Spain and Harris was appointed as ambas- service calls with no overtime offering clean renewable energy Castilla-La Mancha by chairman sasdor “to honor this landmark in charges for customers who sign products,” Bryan said. He hopes of the Comanche Nation, Johnny diplomatic relations and to prop- up for their yearly maintenance to add solar and wind energy Wauqua. erly facilitate continued good will program. products to his inventory next Harris was appointed fol- with the people of Spain.” If you are a business or resi- year. “I decided I can take more lowing a private traditional “I am humbled and honored to dential customer planning a con- pride and responsibility in quality Comanche ceremony, when represent the Comanche Nation to struction project, Ground Source service if I can provide it myself. Wauqua presented her with the our brothers and sisters in Spain,” can help you from the planning I believe in providing the best title and the proclamation. Spain said Harris, who also serves on stage through to completion with LaDonna Harris service for your money and doing has entered into official agree- the Comanche Nation Ethno- your kitchen, heating and refrig- the best I can for what you are ment with Sia, an Oklahoma- affiliated with the Comanche Ornithological Initiative (SIA) eration needs. going to spend with me.” based nonprofit organization Nation, for the purpose of pres- Board of Directors. Bryan and his sister agree they Page 15 Photo Story July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Third annual Sault Area Auto Show delights

Above left, detail of a classic 1967 Mercury Cougar display featuring Matchbox replicas of the model arranged on the top of the air filter of the real thing. Above right, the real thing in all of its gleaming glory. The Cougar was one of the classics competing in the third annual Sault Area Auto Show on June 16 near the Kewadin Casino and Convention Center in Sault Ste. Marie. Other than shiny displays of rolling works of engineering and art, the show featured food, beverages, awards and door prizes. Watch for the Sault Area Auto Show next year.

Left, the front end of a mighty fine looking 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport 427. Above, the same Chevelle at the angle from which you would most likely view it if you were competing against it in a race.

Left, a 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air, made back when even the more humble cars were designed and built with distinctive styl- ing. Right, the handsome rear view of this one splendid ol’ ‘55.

Photos by Rick Smith

Above left, a row of classics ready for inspection. The annual show is open to cars, trucks and motorcylces. Above right, a T-bucket alongside a more modern muscle car. Anyone inter- ested in participating or attending the show next year should check in with Cecil at (906) 440-7849 or Brad at 440-7764 for any questions about the virtual swap meet, restoration resource table or any other aspects of the show. Page 16 • July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Win Awenen Nisitotung • July 20, 2012 • Page 17 31st annual Sault Tribe summer gathering and contest powwow held July 5-8 on reservation

Drummer Craig Moonias with Little Bear Drum from Mens fancy dancer. Womens fancy dancer. Boys grass dancer. Girls traditional dancer. 4-year-old Leah Parr had fun blowing bubbles at the Womens traditional dancer.

Thunder Bay, Ontario. kids carnival Friday evening. Photos Photos by Austin Brenda

Womens fancy dancer. Jayda Ricord, 7, and facepainter Justice Guilbault. Womens fancy dancer. Beula Ogemaw Fowler of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Local artist Steve Biron was explaining to Lauren Gravelle the best way Chippewa Indians, works with her son John in their traders booth. to drill a hole in an abalone shell. Both are Sault Tribe members.

Anthony Bourne, 8, spun in circles with his bubble wand. Left to right: Frank Parr, 12, Quinten Jacobson, 13, Brendan Shipman, Girls fancy dancer. Teen fancy shawl girls lining up for the judges. The Super Kids hand drum group from Oneida, Wisc. — Kitahna Silas, 13, Devyn McKeever, 13, Alasyia Brewer and Ally Kyllonen, 14. 5, Floyd Wayne Silas III, 10, Chinodin, 12, Micayla Silas, 7.

Golden age traditional mens dancer. Boys teen traditional dancer. Womens traditional dancer. Youth boys grass dancer. Aunt Melissa and nephew Anthony Laughlin, 8. Teen girls traditional dancer. Youth boys grass dancer. Page 18 Hessel Graduation 2012 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung

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Cedarville graduates Danial Landreville, Kaytelyn Williams, Reat Stacy Erin Currie Barb Smutek receives talking staff from Robin LaTour (L-R). Moss and Erin Currie.

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Please contact Dana Piippo at 906-495-1450 for further information or to schedule an appointment to look at the home. Terry LaTour presents certificate to Josh Savlador. YEA assistant Robin LaTour looks on. July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 19 Sault Tribe Yale grad plans to help curb extinction of indigenous languages Births – students get By Rick Smith University of Technology in Sault Tribe member Kalvin Finland and American University Hartwig recently earned a Master in Washington, D.C. bachelor’s, of Arts in international rela- As an undergraduate, Hartwig tions and authored a paper titled, served as a legislative and pub- excel in Language as lic affairs intern at the National an Aspect of Science Foundation where he Identity and researched international law and engineering Indigeneity. the impacts of scientific research The word on indigenous peoples. In addi- “indigneity” tion, he wrote his senior thesis refers to the comparing indigenous self-deter- qualities and mination between two Ojibwe concepts communities along the U.S. And found in Kalvin Hartwig Canadian border and has partici- indigenous pated in indigenous rights activ- societies. ism. Baillie Rae McNally, daughter Now he seeks to build about In 2011, Hartwig interned with of Dan and Donna McNally of two years of work experience the United Nations Secretariat Burrillville, R.I., and granddaugh- before pursuing further graduate for the Permanent Forum on ter of the late Raymond and Ruth degrees in linguistics. Indigenous Issues and studied McNally of Munising, Mich., “About every two weeks German at the University of graduated May 12 from Worcester another language dies, most of Heidelberg. At Yale, he learned which are indigenous languages. how indigenous peoples can CIARAN CRAWFORD Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in GILMORE Worcester, Mass., with a Bachelor Most of the time, aspects of the assert their rights at the inter- culture and knowledge that’s national level in these times of Adam and Dareth (nee McCoy) of Science degree in mechanical Gilmore of Johnstown, Ohio, engineering with a concentration embedded in that language increasing globalization. In addi- dies with the last speaker,” said tion, he was co-chair of the Yale are the parents of a son, Ciaran in Materials Science. Crawford Gilmore, bon on March She completed two projects Hartwig. He aims to help protect Native American Law Students and revitalize indigenous lan- Association and would incorpo- 16, 2012, at 1:13 p.m. in the Ohio required for graduation. Her State University Medical Center, junior project included develop- guages. rate what he has learned of a vari- He said linguistics degrees ety of laws and policies as they Columbus, Ohio. He weighed 8 ing and designing rain barrel pro- pounds, 5 ounces and measured totypes for a green neighborhood. would give him the tools to help apply to American Indians and him understand languages and other indigenous peoples. 21 inches in length. Her senior project involved deter- revitalization techniques. To that Hartwig was also involved He joins Cael and Brielle at mining the heat treatment effects end, once he has achieved those with the non-violent encamp- home. Grandparents are Sheri on hardness and microstructure of degrees, his goal is to remain in ment in protest of the Kennecott Poirier of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brown aluminum alloys. academia as a professor, teaching Eagle Mine north of Marquette Joe and Sharon McCoy of Sault are proud to announce their son, As a starting point guard for students, in addition to working at a site sacred to the Ojibwe, Ste. Marie, and the late Kenneth Brant, has earned a Bachelor the last three years on the WPI with communities and organiza- Eagle Rock. The mining opera- and Betty Gilmore of Mansfield, of Science degree in product women’s basketball team, Baillie tions in the field to reinvigorate tions will desecrate the site in the Ohio, and Phyllis and the late design engineering technology broke the record for most minutes ancestral tongues. Along with eyes of the Ojibwe. Hartwig was Ivan Aukerman of Greenville, from Ferris State University dur- played in a career (3,185 minutes) working with students and com- a fire-keeper and camper during Ohio. Great-grandparents are ing the May 5, 2012, commence- and most minutes played in a munities, he would also look at the organized protest in the sum- Norris and Kathleen Poirier of ment exercises. season (1,048 minutes). She also incorporating non-government mer of 2010. The battle continues Pickford, Mich., and Joyce and Brant received an Associate was named to the New England organizations into his works. through other avenues even as the the late Art McCoy of Sugar of Science degree in computer Women’s and Men’s Athletic Hartwig was a 2011 recipient mining operations commenced Island. aided drafting and tool design Conference (NEWMAC) All- of the George K. Nolan Tribal last September. KEANE PAWLANTA from Ferris State University in Academic Team, and played on a Judicial Scholarship as well Currently, Hartwig has Keane Matthew Jona Pawlanta 2010. Brant is a 2008 graduate NEWMAC regular season cham- as a 2010 recipient of scholar- a rudimentary command of was born at 6:02 p.m., May of Rudyard High School and a pionship team and an Eastern ships from the Michigan Indian Anishinaabemowin and is dedi- 16, 2012, at Otsego Memorial 2008 recipient of the Drafting and College Athletic Conference New Elders Association, American cated to understanding the story Hospital in Gaylord, Mich. He Design Technology Outstanding England Division III champion- Indian Education Foundation of the language along with weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and Student Award presented by the ship team. and Michigan Tech Julian Percy becoming fluent. was 21 inches in length. Sault Area Career Center. Baillie was recently awarded Award. He earned a Master of “Many people think they don’t His parents are Ken and Brant is a Sault Tribe member a research assistantship and will Arts in international relations have time to learn their ances- Kathleen (nee Donnelly) and would like to thank the tribe continue her education at WPI from Yale University at gradua- tral language,” said Hartwig. Pawlanta. He joins siblings for all of the assistance he has working toward a master’s of tion commencement ceremonies “But you take time for what you Chase, 14, Kenley, 10, Peter, received in achieving this goal. mechanical engineering degree. last May. think is important.” He indi- 8, Lake, 6, and Kaid, 3. His He has accepted a position as She sincerely thanks the tribe for According to Yale University, cated strengthening the language grandparents are Pete and Elaine an exterior designer with General their continued support during the he earned an associate degree strengthens the identity and cul- Donnelly and George and Deb Motors Corporation and will be four years she was attending col- in humanities and a Bachelor of ture, which in turn would help Brugman, all of Brimley, and working in Warren, Mich. lege. Science in social sciences with a preserve it for coming genera- Gene and Lona Pawlanta of minor in German from Michigan tions. Gaylord. Grandparents are Leon Technological University in Hartwig is a 2006 graduate of and Joyce First of Brimley and 2010. He also studied at Tampere Sault Area High School. Kenneth Gilbert of Avon Park, Fla.

team member of the month — Sheila Compton, Kewadin Sault Executive Host, is the Team Member of the Month for June. Stop by the Executive Host office to congratulation her! Thanks for all your hard Kaden Germain holds the award plaque for Most Improved Reader in First Grade in Soo Township Schools. work, Sheila! The award is made in memory of Mary Kessinger by the Title VII Education Program. Page 20 Community July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung O-Ke-Wash descendants spread far and wide By Ken Wengert date and place of death remain Delta County, on June 23, 1929. This photo is of O-Ke-Wash, unknown, as does her place of Both are buried in Indiantown also known as Sophia Sagataw burial. Cemetery in Delta County. and Sophia Williams. She’s listed The Durant Roll lists four liv- Mary Medwesh was born on the Durant Roll as well as ing children in 1907: around 1862, and she married the 1870 census of Chippewa George Sigwate (or Sagataw) Moses Macabee in Fayette on and Ottawa of Michigan. She’s was born around 1854, and mar- Feb. 5, 1883. They farmed in Bay also the common ancestor of ried Christine Osawwawnemeke de Noc and Nahma Townships the Sagataws of Hannahville; (although Christine’s death record in Delta County, where they the Hardwicks of Delta County; states that her maiden name was raised one son and five daugh- Macabee descendants of Delta, Neance). George and Christine ters: Jennie, Anna, Frank, Mae, Chippewa and Mackinac farmed in Stonington, Delta Rose and Eva. Mary died on Counties; and Williams descen- County, and had at least nine July 8, 1914, and was buried in dants of Sault Ste. Marie. Since children: Alex, Lawrence, Emma, Indiantown Cemetery in Delta her descendants are scattered Benedict, Martin, Joseph, Annie, County. Her husband moved to across the country, and include Martha and Lucy. The family Manistique around 1920, where members of the Hannahville, suffered tragically during the flu he died on April 19, 1935. Sault, and Grand Traverse Band epidemic of 1918 when Christine Norman Williams was born tribes, I think the best way to and three children died in the around 1868, and his father was share the photo with my distant span of two weeks. The Sagataws James Williams. Norman married relatives is to have it printed in moved to Hannahville by 1930, Angeline Beaver in Delta County tribal newsletters. and George died in Harris on on July 13, 1891, and they had O-ke-wash is my great-great- April 24, 1930. George’s son, had five children: Mary, Sophia, great-grandmother, and I’m Benedict, was a veteran of World Norman, Jane and Louise. descended from her daughter War I and settled in Harbor Norman worked in the woods and Sophia Hardwick. I’ve been Springs. the family spent many years in researching this family for several Sophia Medwesh was born Schoolcraft County. By 1930 he years, and my grandmother had around 1857, and her marriage and his wife had settled in Sault given me the original tin-type record states that her father’s Ste. Marie; their daughter Louise photo years ago. My grandmother name was Joseph Medwesh. was married to Norman Boulley didn’t know the name of the boy Sophia married George Hardwick by this time, and was living on in the photo, but most likely it’s in Escanaba on Dec. 26, 1875. Sugar Island. Norman Williams one of O-ke-wash’s sons. They farmed in Stonington, Delta died in 1941 and Angeline died A member of the Traverse County, where they raised five on Feb. 27, 1958, in Sault Ste. Band of Chippewa and Ottawa, sons and three daughters: Moses, Marie. She was buried in Hessel Sophia “O-ke-wash” was born Ken Wengert’s grandmother gave him the above tintype of her great Catherine, George, David, John, Cemetery in Mackinac County. about 1831, and was married great grandmother O-Ke-Wash, born in 1831, posing with a boy who is Ellen, Elizabeth and Joseph. If you have information on at least twice—first to Joseph one of her sons. Sophia died in a house fire on these families, I’d like to hear Medwesh and later to James Civil War and never returned. Stonington, Delta County, where May 17, 1912, while trying to from you. I can be contacted by Williams. According to her grand- By 1868, Sophia was married James died on July 30, 1909. In rescue her 6-year-old grand- mail to Ken Wengert, 17703 Avy daughter, Elizabeth (Hardwick) to James Williams, and accord- 1920 Sophia was living with her daughter, Hazel Boursaw, who School Rd., Pecatonica, IL 61063; Stone Paquette, Joseph Medwesh ing to the 1907 Durant Roll and granddaughter, Annie (Macabee) also perished in the fire. Her hus- by phone at (815) 298-2703; or had gone away to fight in the other census records, they lived in Nadeau in Stonington. Her band died in Nahma Township, by email to [email protected]. Neusser goes to White Earth Moving ?

TRIBAL MEMBERS! When you move, let tribal enrollment know where you are headed! That way you won’t miss one issue of your tribal paper. In November 2011, Michael Call (800) 251-6597 Neusser, member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, was hired as the Economic Development and Marketing Stay Informed! manager for the White Earth Nation of Minnesota. Neusser Check out our Sault Tribe web- is assisting White Earth in mar- site for new board members’ keting their social services and contacts, board meeting videos business development as well as and much more at: administration of their websites GOLDEN MEMORIES — Sault Tribe employee Randy Menard shared his grandparent’s 50th anniversary pic- and social media networks. He www.saulttribe.com/ ture, taken May 9, 1973, with Win Awenen Nisitotung. Pictured in the front row (L-R) are Louis A. Menard and will also be volunteering time to government/board-of- Rose M. Menard; back row (L-R) Joseph M. Menard, Louis H. Menard, Marlene M. Menard (McDermott), John White Earth Youth in construction directors. M. Menard and Robert G. Menard. of recreational trails. Kannan recognized for extraordinary impact on student achievement By Brenda Austin Ruleville Middle School. Award become lifelong leaders of edu- literacy organizations to help fill Sue Lehmann to recognize the Sault Tribe member Chole recipients each received a $5,000 cational equity. It has more than her classroom with books. finest in teaching. Teach For Kannan was recently awarded prize. 9,000 corps members teaching Teach For America Manager America instructional coaches the Sue Lehmann Award for A native of Snellville, Ga., in 43 urban and rural regions of Teacher Leadership submit nominations for evalua- Excellence in Teaching, which Kannan is a 2009 graduate from throughout the country. Development and Kannan’s tion by regional panels and then recognizes extraordinary Teach Brookwood High School and As reported in a Teach For instructional coach Shannon a national selection committee for America second-year teachers a graduate of the University of America news release, Kannan Wenck, said “She works tirelessly where the award recipients are in urban and rural public schools. Michigan. focused on the importance of to ensure that all of her students chosen. Kannan, who is a resident of According to its website, literacy and led her students to realize their potential and become According to its website, Ruleville, Miss., was one of five Teach For America recruits, remarkable academic growth. advocates of their own educa- Teach For America Chloe Kannan Teach For America award recipi- trains, and supports recent gradu- She helped build a love of read- tion.” is the daughter of Shelley Marie ents. A seventh and eighth grade ates and professionals who com- ing within the school community The annual award was created Payment and Ravi Kannan and reading and language arts teacher, mit to teach for two years in and has created partnerships with in honor of longtime Teach For granddaughter of Merlin and she is also the department chair at under-served schools and who local businesses and national America national board member Madeline Payment. July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Walking On Page 21 RICHARD L. BELLANT Gladys Belonga of Trout Lake; scrabble, horseshoes, bonfires, and Lillian Haller. Joe attended Terry (Jackie) King and David Richard L. Bellant, 66, of and three grandchildren, Chelsea, cribbage, music, pool and spend- St. Mary’s Catholic School and (Chris) King, all of Naubinway; Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Taylor and Joshua. ing time with family and friends. went on to high school in Sault former spouse, Deb King of St. Ignace and Brevort, Mich., He was preceded in death by He is survived by his son, Ste. Marie. In 1951, he joined Kinross; several nieces, neph- passed away May 13, 2012, three siblings, Jack McPherson, Timothy Wayne (Jessica) the National Guard 1437th out ews, aunts and uncles. at Good Shepherd Hospice in Patricia Coon and Isabelle George; daughters, Natasha of Sault Ste. Marie. On Oct. A memorial service celebrat- Auburndale, Fla., following a McPherson. (Irineo) Alvarez and Ashley 7, 1951, and he was injured in ing the life of Randy J. King lingering illness. Visitation and services were Hackworth; siblings, Nancy Korea which left him paralyzed was held on June 11, 2012, at He was born in Petoskey on at Dodson Funeral Home in St. and (Ronnie) Bennett, Doreen from the waist down. After the Beaulieu Funeral Home in Sept. 17, 1945, to Henry and Ignace May 13 and 14, with (Larry) Bieber, Melody (Randy returning home, he met Mavis C. Newberry with Reverend Cheri Hazel (nee Ash) Bellant of St. Father Norbert Landreville Lee) Fish, Grayce Anderson, Mitchele and they later married Ford officiating. Ignace. officiating. Burial was in Poncho Fish and Kim Fish; on June 18, 1962. Joe attended Condolences may be He graduated from LaSalle Brevort Township Cemetery in grandchild, Isaiah Blevins; girl- watch-making school to become expressed at www.beaulieufuner- High School and served in the Allenville. friend, Tammy Broom; great- a certified watchmaker and open alhome.com. U.S. Army during the Vietnam Pallbearers were Bobby aunt, Molly (Frank) LaCoy; and a business in that field. He also War. He sailed the Great Lakes Smith, Tom Colegrove, Ryan many nieces and nephews. attended Lake Superior State TERRY MICHAEL MCLEOD beginning 1970 for 17 years for Bird, Curtis Hetherington, He is also survived by ex-wife University and Michigan State Terry Michael Mcleod, 42, of American Steamship Company. Dennis McPherson and Joshua and friend, Tina Sigunza; and University, earning a master’s Lake Orion, Mich., walked on He retired in 2007 because of ill Colegrove. special friends, Ethel LaBranche, degree in social work. He May 3, 2012. health. He retired as a steward Wayne Fish, Gerald Parker, worked for the state of Michigan Loving husband with the steamship line. LUELLA MAE GALLAGHER Bubba Broom and Tracy Broom until he retired in the early of Brenda; He married his wife, Jane, on Luella Mae “Tootie” and Glen “One Eye Glen.” 1990s. His favorite pastime and dear son of Jan. 12, 1987, in Barsto, Fla. Gallagher, 86, He was preceded in death his passion was shooting. In the Carleen and the He is a life member of the of Goetzville, by his parents, Albert and mid-1960s, land was purchased late Laurence American Legion in Mullberry, Mich., died on Mary George; uncles, Alvin to develop a shooting range. McLeod; Fla., and the VFW in Lakeland. June 15, 2012, Fish, Pancho (Melva) Fish and Joe and several others founded brother of Jennifer (Dennis) He is a member of Sault Ste. in Sault Ste. Jerry (Kitty) Fish; aunt, Donna the Chippewa County Shooting McLeod-Tyson, Judy (Pete) Marie Tribe of Chippewa Marie, Mich. LaBranche; cousin, Tracy Association. Joe always would Vannini, Larry (Donna), Kathy, Indians. She was born LaCoy; mother-in-law, Judy encourage new people of all Dennis (Brenda) McLeod, and He is survived by his wife; on March 15, Parker; brother-in-law, Randy ages to get involved in shoot- Patty (Dave) Cahoon; son-in-law his mother, Hazel Bellant, of 1926, in DeTour Village, Mich. Lee; and friend, Jimmy Parker. ing. Today the club consists of of Jacqueline Kiss-Wilson and Lakeland, Fla.; a son and his Luella grew up in DeTour. Visitation and traditional over 600 members. Joe was also the late Charles; brother-in-law family, Robert and Katrina She married Lawrence “Larry” services were on June 20 at the a lifetime member of the NRA, of Monica (Michael) Shamley, Brugge, of Freeland; two Gallagher on Feb. 25, 1950, in Niigaanaagiizhik Ceremonial VFW and the American Legion. Charles Darin Wilson (Kristen), stepsisters, Ann Freel, of St. Sault Ste. Marie. They lived in Building. Clark Bailey Joe is survived by his son, and Chris Wilson (Brian Hall); Ignace, and Jane Coombe; a Flint for over 30 years before Newhouse Funeral Home assist- Timothy Haller, and daughter, also survived by many aunts, stepbrother, Jerry Wixson; two retiring and moving to Goetzville ed the family with arrangements. Jennifer Robbins; four grandchil- uncles, nieces, and nephews. nieces, Mellisa Voss and Jennifer in 1986. While in Flint, Luella dren, Robert Haller, Christopher Mike was the “best guy ever.” Hansen; a brother-in-law, was active in the VFW Auxiliary. LAWRENCE GRIMES Haller, Kiarra Robbins and He lived up to his Ojibwe name Richard Moomey of Rockford; She loved playing bingo and Lawrence Clayton Grimes, 82, Logan Robbins; seven step- Mukoonse (Little Bear) and was and two grandsons, Ryan and often played a table full of cards of St. Ignace Township, died on grandchildren, Lindsey Bradley, as fun loving and comical as a Kyle. in each game. March 8, 2012, at his home. her husband, Michael Bradley, bear cub. Mukoonse was a Navy He was preceded in death by Luella is survived by her hus- He was born on Oct. 16, 1929, Courtney Terpening, Andrew veteran and served in the Persian his father, Henry Bellant; and a band, Larry; daughter, Jeannie in Sagerton, Texas, to Lando and Terpening, Trysten Terpening, Gulf War. He fought his biggest sister, Shirley Jean Moomey. Grathoff; grandchildren, Brandei Fannie Lee (nee Bean) Grimes. Blaine Terpening and Iva battles against cancer always Visitation was held May 17 Besteman, Jason Kramer, Brenda Following his graduation Terpening. Joe is also survived with the hope that others may at Dodson Funeral Home in St. Grathoff, Kimberly Gallagher from high school, Lawrence by three great-grandchildren, live. Ignace. Graveside services were and Kedrick Gallagher; and entered the U.S. Navy, and made Ethan Cruz, Zander Cruz and Funeral services were held May 18 at Epoufette Cemetery. great grandchildren, Devon it his career for 20 years, retir- Jace Cruz. May 8, 2012, at the Modetz Hunt, Rebecca Hunt, Madisyn ing in 1968. He served on the Joe was a very respected and Funeral Home, in Orion, Mich. WILLIAM COLEGROVE Besteman, Alley Gallagher, USS Bache DDE-470, a Navy loved member of the community. Suggested memorials to the William “Bill” Colegrove, 61, Avah Gallagher, Devlin Blunt destroyer. He was disabled after He was the type of person who Leukemia-Lymphoma Society or of Comstock and Gavin Blunt. Also surviving his discharge. throughout his life would go University of Michigan Health Park, Mich., are her uncle, Lawrence Ledy; He married Anna Paquin, to any length to help someone Systems, Stem Cell Research, formerly of nephews, George Leonard and a nurse from St. Ignace, on — he thought of himself last. Ann Arbor, Mich. Moran, Mich., Philbert Leonard; nieces, Jeri Sept. 30, 1961. They owned the Visitation took place June died unexpect- Huyck, Leona DeKeyser, Diane Bishop Baraga Cemetery, later 18 in the Mary Room at St. RODNEY A. NEWMAN edly on May Adams, Hermina Tatrow and named Wequayoc Cemetery, a Mary’s ProCathedral Church, Rodney Andrew Newman 10, 2012, of Sharon Socia; and good friends, Native American sacred ground, followed by a Mass of Christian came into this world on Feb. 8, an apparent heart attack at his Dale and Linda Williams and on M- 134. He was a member of burial with Father Sebastian 1968, to Susan home. He was born in Moran Richard and Dorothy Royer. the Masonic Lodge, and a dis- Kavumkal as Celebrant. Final McPherson on June 11, 1950, to Everett C. Luella was preceded in death abled American veteran. resting place will be in Oaklawn Lively and and Mary Ann (nee Stempki) by her son, Benjamin Jewel He is survived by a brother Chapel Gardens, next to his wife. Ronald W. Colegrove. Gallagher; great-granddaugh- and his family, Leonard and Memorial contributions may be Newman in Bill was an expert mechanic ter, Hope Besteman; brother, Loretta Grimes of Comanche, made to Clark Bailey Newhouse Detroit, Mich. and a graduate of Automotive Herman Leonard; birth mother, Texas; a sister, Eula Lee Funeral Home. Rodney is the Technical School in Alpena. He Della Satago; and parents, Philo Kornblatt of San Diego, Calif.; second oldest worked for Borgman Ford in and Ellen Leonard. and several nieces and nephews. RANDALL J. KING of four children. He walked on Grand Rapids for 17 years, also No services are planned at this He was preceded in death Lifelong Naubinway resident, peacefully in his sleep on July 2, for Keller Ford in Walker and time. Final resting place will be by his wife, Anna, on Dec. 14, Randall “Randy” J. King, 51, 2012. Duthler Ford in Grand Rapids. in Lytle Cemetery in Goetzville. 1995. died suddenly on June 8, 2012, Rodney was a very talented He has lived in Comstock Park Reamer Galer Funeral Home, Services were March 13 at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital carpenter, artist and guitar player for more than 38 years. 24549 S. M-129 in Pickford is at Dodson Funeral Home in in Newberry. and was pretty much talented He loved to hunt and fish, and serving the family. Condolences St. Ignace with Pastor Floyd Born on Sept. 19, 1960, in in anything he put his mind to. had a camp in Moran. He never may be sent to the family at Lamoreaux officiating, with Manistique, son of William You could bet when he crafted missed a first day of deer hunt- www.reamergalerfuneralhome. burial May 18 at Wequayoc “Bill” and Donna (nee Giddis) something for someone he loved, ing in his life. He was a volun- com. Cemetery. King, Randy was a 1978 gradu- he put all of his heart into that teer fireman all of his adult life ate of Engadine High School. piece. and an expert cribbage player CLINTON A. GEORGE JOSEPH C. HALLER He was co-owner of William If Rodney wasn’t busy craft- with three perfect hands in his Clinton A. “Tede” George, 47, Joseph C. Haller passed away King and Sons Fisheries for 23 ing something for someone, he lifetime. of Atik Ameg Ct. in Sault Ste. June 10, 2012, at Northern years, owned and operated the loved he was playing second He married Frances Smith on Marie, Mich., Michigan Malamute Saloon in Kinross for father or favorite uncle to all June 29, 1968, at St. Ignatius passed away at Hospital. At his eight years and was, at the time children, but being a big kid Loyola Church in St. Ignace. War Memorial side were his of his death, bar and beverage himself this came to him as natu- He is survived by his wife; Hospital in son, Timothy manager at Kewadin Casino ral as playing the guitar. a son, William, of Lowell; a Sault Ste. Haller, and in Manistique. Randy was a Rodney’s love of life will daughter, Jennifer Brown, of Marie on June daughter-in- member of the Sault Ste. Marie be remembered and held close Comstock Park; two brothers and 15, 2012. law, Jessica Tribe of Chippewa Indians and to the hearts of all he touched: their families, Alfred and Carol A proud member of the Sault Haller. Also present were two of enjoyed golfing, motorcycling his wife, Stephanie Thompson Colegrove of St. Ignace, and Jim Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa his grandchildren, Christopher and photography. Newman of Sault Ste. Marie; his and Bobbi Colegrove of Moran; Indians, he was born on Nov. 5, Haller and Courtney Terpening, He was preceded in death by mother, Susan (Kenneth) Lively five sisters and their families, 1964, in Sault Ste. Marie. as well as Corrina Kauffman and his mother, Donna, on Jan. 17, of Sault Ste. Marie; his father, Louise Beaudoin of Trout Tede enjoyed the outdoor Sherry Ewald. Joe was 80 years 2004. Ronald (Vita) Newman of North Lake, Helen and Joe Fischer of life, especially fishing, watch- old. His survivors include his sons, Dakota; seven beautiful children, Trout Lake, Dorothy and Ron ing birds, football (the Green Joe was born in Sault Ste. Shane King and Dylan King, Jessica Marble, Jacob Thompson Huffmann of Hessel, Doris and Bay Packers), NASCAR (Jeff Marie, Mich., on March 1, 1932. both of Naubinway; father, Bill Hren, Jessica S. Thompson, Richard McFarlane of St. Ignace, Gordon), playing cards, dice, He was the only son of Joseph P. King of Naubinway; siblings, Continued on page 22 Page 22 Walking On July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Continued from page 21 (late Gary), Clyde (Dawn) Willis, Hott, Pamela Crampton and Mich.; her brothers, Trevor and and beloved by his family and Seandra Lynne Thompson, Cheryl (Willis) Payton (late Pat Doering; and her parents, Trenton McRorie of Sault Ste. friends. His help, advice, cour- Nathaniel Reinier Thompson, James), Sheila (Harvey) Bartlett Fredrick J. Merriam and Leona Marie; her grandparents, Shirley age, wisdom and grace will be Donnie Thompson, all of Sault and Martin (Suzanne) Willis. Marie Vallier. Farnquist, Darlene Bouschor, and missed and remembered. He had Ste. Marie, and Elizabeth Preceding him in death are The family would like to Thomas (Chris Sams) Farnquist a great effect on his nephews and Wellington of Dubuque, Iowa; his parents, Mr. Richard M. acknowledge and thank the Good Sr., all of Sault Ste. Marie; a nieces and grandchildren. his sister, Marcy (Joseph) Biron Willis and Mary E. (Betty) Samaritan Society and the LDS great-grandfather, Charlie Krull Chuck graduated Loretto High of Athens, Mich.; his brother, Povey, and his brothers, Richard Church in Prescott Valley, Ariz., of Sault Ste. Marie; and a great- School, several Gas Company Joseph Bart O’Connor of V. Willis and Randolph L. Willis. for all their love, care and sup- grandmother, Jean Menerey, of schools, a diesel mechanic school Beckley, W.V.; his sister, Melissa Robert loved to go fishing port. Sault Ste. Marie. She is also and held minor degrees from (Chris) Meredith of Jonestown and hunting with his father on survived by many aunts, uncles, schools of hard knocks. Pa.; and his sisters, Valerie Neebish Island. They hunted cousins and special friend, Allen Chuck loved music and was Whitman, Veronna Newman, mostly on their grandparents’ McKerchie. She is also survived an accomplished guitar and banjo Venessa Newman, Tia Patterson; (Clyde and Mildred Willis’) by extended family, Tom and player. He had made his home in and brother, Tristian Newman, all farm. They went to Neebish Brenda Cook and Carol Farrish. Ventura, Calif., for the past 50 of North Dakota. He also leaves every chance they could, lots of Sheena was preceded in death years. behind many nieces, nephews, fond memories and pictures. by her grandfather, of whom she The third of five children, he great-nieces, great-nephews, A visit to Sid Parr was never was very fond, Raymond (Mick) was predeceased by his parents, aunt, uncles and many cousins. a question. The fiddle, guitar and Bouschor. brothers, John and Francis, and Rodney also leaves behind four harmonica were played. Robert A funeral service was held sister, Eleanor. special cousins, Barb Gregory, loved the Beatles and played his July 2 at C.S. Mulder Funeral Chuck is survived by his Bob Brown, Sam Pins and Sue guitar while listening to their Home with Brother John Hascall daughter, Noreen, son-in-law, Pins. music. officiating. Burial was at Mission Allan and granddaughter Nicole; He was preceded in death by After his parents were buried Hill Cemetery. A memorial his son, David, and family; his all of his grandparents. at the Presbyterian Cemetery on will be set up in the near future brother, Gary, and sisters-in-law Rodney will be sadly missed the island, Bob could never bring with Soo Michigan Hockey Ella, of Grass Valley, Calif., and by the many people whose lives himself to go back to the island. Association in Sheena’s name. Wilma, of Sugar Island, Mich. he touched so deeply. Robert will be greatly missed In lieu of flowers, memori- Visitation was on July 6 at by family, his dear friends and als may be left to the Sheena “I Can Feel Again” Community of Christ Church, many relatives. He will be buried Bouschor Family to help with Every time I find myself, followed by services with Elder near his parents and grandparents funeral expenses. I don’t know the person who Kent Kramer officiating. Clark on Neebish Island. was me Bailey Newhouse Funeral Home SHEENA LEE BOUSCHOR Roger Wayne “Big Duff” I get lost in time, trying to assisted the family with arrange- ARLENE RODUNCE Sheena Lee Bouschor, 25, of Duffiney, 64, of Cheboygan, make the younger man free; ments. Arlene Merriam Kanzig Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., passed passed away June 30, 2012, in Every time I get somewhere, I Rodunce away unexpectedly on June 28, Cheboygan. know that this isn’t the place ANDREW GRANT SHEBER began her 2012, at her home. He was born May 26, 1948, to be Andrew Grant Sheber, 15, of path on May Sheena, known by her family in Cheboygan A blindness appears in the St. Ignace, died 29, 1924, and and friends as “Sheep,” was born to George old man, thinking a younger unexpectedly ended her path on March 22, 1987, in Sault Ste. and Marion man is he. June 27, 2012, on March 29, Marie, Ont. She graduated from (Fortune) Every time I dream of at his home. 2012. Sault Area High School with the Duffiney. youth, I believe in my heart I He was Arlene lived life with a pas- class of 2005. She later attended Roger was am young again born on Dec. sion — a Native American Lake Superior State University. an elder of When I awake in the morn- 2, 1996, in woman before her time. She She was employed at the Big the Sault Ste. ing, I am reminded of what Petoskey, to Daniel and Kerry loved to ride her 1942 Indian Bear Arena where she worked in Marie Tribe of gives me pain (Grogan) Sheber. motorbike with her husband, Ed many positions. Most recently, the Chippewa Indians, he was Every time I only want Andrew had just finished his Kanzig. Together they owned she worked in the summer rec- also an auto mechanic and also sunshine, I realize I can’t freshman year at LaSalle High Lay Rite Tile and Linoleum in reation program where she was drove tow truck in Cheboygan grow without rain School. He excelled in football Linwood, Mich. Arlene was one promoted to youth program for many years. Big Duff That this thinking of being and was a friend to all. Andrew of the first five women to be one leader. She enjoyed working with enjoyed hunting, fishing and young will only drive me fur- was known for his big smile. He of the Rosie the Riveters, install- children each day. She was very spending time with his children ther insane. sincerely loved football and had ing the windows on the bomber athletic, playing many differ- and grandchildren. He and Shelly Bring to me the radiance earned many medals and cer- planes in World War II. After ent sports over the years, which were married on July 11, 1992, that once was so prevalent in tificates. He volunteered at the the war, Arlene became a regis- included softball and basketball. in Cheboygan. my eyes Mackinac County Animal Shelter tered nurse and worked at Bay Hockey was the sport she most Mr. Duffiney is survived by Guide to me the reality to and spent his vacation time car- City Hospital in Michigan and excelled at. Sheena began play- his wife, Shelly; three children, not believe again in those old ing for the animals while doing eventfully became a teacher of ing at 10 years old in the Soo Cindy Marie (Jeff) Doss, of lies; chores at the shelter. He worked nursing. Along the way, Arlene Michigan Hockey Association. Alanson, Roger Oliver Duffiney, Say to me something that at McDonald’s restaurant for got her pilot’s license and flew She also played all across of Cheboygan, and Jason James will show to me a happy sur- the past year and was loved by a Cessna in her 50s. Arlene also Ontario and United States at a (Alli) Lovelly of North Dakota; prise everyone. He was an excellent taught office management, insur- high level, playing several years eight grandchildren, Jeffy, That I don’t need to feel shooter and gun handler and deer ance billing and accounting. In with the Soo, Ontario, Wildcats Gabe, McKayla, Joey, Zephrin, the blues at how quickly time hunting with his father was his her later years, Arlene taught (OWHA). She was selected and Chauncey, Hannah and Devin; flies. passion. genealogy in numerous Mormon attended the USA Development half-brother, Eddie (Katie) Loveliness in a beautiful He was a member of the Sault temples. Arlene loved her mis- Select 15 and 16 Festivals in Kasprzak of New York; two day doesn’t mean that we Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa sions and callings with the LDS Rochester, N.Y. Marquette Iron sisters, Nancy (Ken) Fader, of have to grow old Indians and an active member of church. Rangers U-19 (MWEHL) was Lachine, and Carol Duffiney, It is in you and me no mat- the United Methodist Church in Arlene is survived by her the last organization Sheena of Cheboygan; sister-in-law, ter how our lives will unfold; St. Ignace. brother, Glenn Merriam; her played for. Many college hockey Barb Duffiney, of Cheboygan; That charm we have when Andrew is survived by his par- sisters, Lorraine West and Joyce programs scouted Sheena and first wife, Pamela Carter, of we listen to the story that has ents, Dan and Kerry Sheber of Merriam; four children, Jan showed interest in her. Yale Cheboygan; and many nieces and been told St. Ignace; two nieces, Autumn Marie Kanzig, Edward Henry University hockey program was nephews. The richness we find can’t and Summer; many aunts, uncles, Kanzig, Jackie Jean Brennon and the most prestigious of the many He was preceded in death by be bought with any silver or cousins and a host of friends. Scott Crampton; 27 grandchil- universities that pursued her. his parents, George and Marion; gold. He was preceded in death by dren, six great-grandchildren and Most recently, Sheena enjoyed and a brother, George. Youth, I love you with all his grandparents, Edward and four great-great grandchildren. being part of the Hospice Hockey Beck Funeral Home will the power that is in my heart Bernadette Jean (nee Soelter) Arlene was preceded in Tournaments in Sault Ste. Marie. announce his memorial service I cherish you always Sheber, and William and Joan death by five children, Chris She also enjoyed being with her when the date is set. Online con- though in me you have to Grogan. Kanzig, Kevin Kanzig, Darlene family and friends, listening to dolences may be addressed to depart; Friends called at the St. music, and spending time on the www.beckfuneralhome.org. I know that within every Ignace United Methodist Church. In loving memory of Michael beach at family cabins in Bay day there is a brand new start Services followed officiated by A. McClusky, Nov. 11, 1956 Mills and Brimley. She loved ARTHUR CHARLES CAIRNS That in every artist is the Pastor Erik Alsgaard. Burial was – July 14, 1991. spending time with her dog, Arthur C. (Chuck) Cairns, fresh beginnings of new art. in St. Ignatius Cemetery. Those we named “Sheep,” who was just was born at I’m waiting for the sound Memorials may be directed to love, don’t go like a kid to her. Sheena was a Payment on of what made me happy the family, with envelopes avail- away. They member of the Sault Tribe of Sugar Island on inside able from Dodson Funeral Home. walk beside Chippewa Indians. May 28, 1936, The days of humility when us every Sheena’s beautiful smile and to Jean and I did not know any pride; ROBERT S. WILLIS day unseen, personality will always be close Arthur Cairns. I’m hoping to find that Robert, born on Oct. 16, unheard, but to our hearts. He died peace- Friend who once was my 1955, passed away on June 10, always near. Sheena is survived by her fully at home, guide 2012, from non-Hopkins lym- Still loved, still missed and mother, April (Jason) Bouschor surrounded by So that I can feel again the phoma. very, very dear. of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., and his family on childlike tears I have cried. Surviving are his brothers and — Love, father, Thomas (Karen) Farnquist May 16, 2012. — Written by David sisters, Suzanne (Willis) Strom Mom, brothers and sister Jr., both of Sault Ste. Marie, Chuck was very loyal to Houghton on May 15, 2010 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 23

2012 Board of Directors Best egg on English muffin Aaron A. Payment, Deb Pine, Unit 1 Director Keith Massaway, Unit 3 From the Kitchen of Bob sauce pan with cooking oil and Flowers Chairperson 523 Ashmun Street – SSM Director add water to fill between 3 to 5 Now, everyone knows I’m as inches deep. Add salt and bring 523 Ashmun Street – SSM [email protected] 523 Ashmun Street – SSM curious as they come. I have to to a boil. While the water is heat- [email protected] (C) 906-440-7581 [email protected] try everything, try to improve ing, toast the English muffins, (C) 906-440-5937 (C) 906-322-3802 Lana Causley, Unit 2 everything, at least in my culinary then spread with butter. Start the Cathy Abramson, Director world. So I searched for the prop- meat over medium heat in your Denise Chase, Vice er technique. After several poor favorite frying pan, I use my Secretary 523 Ashmun Street – SSM Chairwoman attempts, I read about this thing cast iron pans for this. When the 523 Ashmun Street – SSM [email protected] 523 Ashmun Street – SSM called a coddled egg, which is water comes to a boil, reduce the [email protected] (C) 906-322-3818 [email protected] another name for a poached egg. heat until the water becomes still. (C) 906-322-3823 (C) 906-322-3819 This method produced a won- Gently break the raw egg into Catherine Hollowell, Unit 2 derful egg that was yummy and the hot water. Place the cheese DJ Malloy, Unit 1 Director Director Darcy Morrow, Unit 4 texturally superior, and so I share onto the English muffin and then 523 Ashmun Street – SSM 523 Ashmun Street – SSM Director it with you, along with the other the cooked meat. Test the egg by [email protected] [email protected] 523 Ashmun Street – SSM ingredients that make this egg on gently poking the egg white at its (C) 906-440-9762 (C) 906-430-5551 [email protected] English muffin recipe work. thickest part with a slotted spoon. (C) 906-203-6699 Ingredients: When the egg white is firm but Dennis McKelvie, Treasurer Bridgett Sorenson, Unit 3 1 large egg per person still tender, remove the egg with 523 Ashmun Street – SSM Director Enough water to fill sauce pan the slotted spoon and allow it to [email protected] 523 Ashmun Street – SSM Joan Anderson, Unit 5 5 inches deep drain. Place on top of the meat (C) 906-203-6698 [email protected] Director 1 tsp. salt and serve. (C) 906-430-0536 523 Ashmun Street – SSM 1 English muffin per person As you use this method, you Jennifer McLeod, Unit 1 [email protected] (C) 906-450-7299 Meat to fit muffin, such as will become an expert at telling Director breakfast sausage, Canadian when the egg is cooked perfectly 523 Ashmun Street – SSM bacon, ham or bacon to your taste. [email protected] 2 slices Muenster, Monterey Of course, if you can make (C) 906-440-9151 Jack, American, Swiss cheese or hollandaise sauce, then omit the Velveeta slice cheese, place ham on the English Ground pepper muffin, the egg and sauce as Eggs Fr. Brodeur goes to Mackinac Coat the bottom of a small Benedict. Several priests will be serv- ing different parishes come July 3 with the clergy changes announced by Bishop Alexander I Would Appreciate K. Sample of the Catholic Diocese of Marquette. Your Vote on Father Darryl Pepin, 60, will leave his 14-year pastorate of th Our Lady of Peace Parish in August 7 Ironwood to become the pas- “Committed to efficiently and effectively leading Mackinac tor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton County Sheriff’s Department to a high degree of professionalism, Parish in Bark River and St. Joseph Mission in Foster City. improve the working environment and improve the department to Born in Escanaba, Fr. Pepin was better serve and protect Mackinac County residents and visitors.” ordained a priest on June 9, 1978, by Bishop Mark F. Schmitt at St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette. He has served parishes in Marquette, Ivan Manistique, Gulliver, Escanaba, Big Bay, Trenary, AuTrain and Father Augustine Jacob (R) has succeeded Father Theodore Brodeur Iron Mountain, before coming to (L) as pastor of St. Francis Xavier Parish in Brimley and Blessed Kateri Ironwood in 1998. He was also Tekakwitha Mission in Bay Mills. Father Theodore Brodeur will serve as WIlde the vocations director for the dio- associate pastor of the parishes of St. Anne on Mackinac Island and St. cese for five years. Ignatius Loyola in St. Ignace. Experienced Father Robb Jurkovich, 35, Father Benjamin Hasse, 33, of Detroit who was ordained will be the new pastor of Our will return to the diocese after a priest on June 4, 1966, by Committed Lady of Peace Parish in Ironwood a year’s study at Mundelein Bishop Thomas L. Noa at St. after spending the last six years Seminary in Illinois to obtain a Peter Cathedral in Marquette. Successful in Menominee. He is leaving as licentiate in Sacred Theology. He In the past, he has served par- pastor of Resurrection Parish and has been appointed pastor of St. ishes in Menominee, Negaunee, I was born in St. Ignace and I’m a member of the Sault Ste. parochial administrator of Holy Sebastian Parish in Bessemer, Escanaba, Ironwood, Grand Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. My mother, Addie (Savard) Spirit Parish, but also served at Immaculate Conception Parish Marais, Germfask, Goetzville, Wilde was born and raised here, as was her family. My father Holy Redeemer Parish in the past. in Wakefield and St. Catherine Hessel, Sault Ste. Marie and was Ivan E. Wilde, who came to St. Ignace for employment Before that, Fr. Jurkovich was the Mission in Marenisco. Fr. Hasse, Sugar Island. associate pastor of St. Thomas opportunities. He met my mother and the rest is history. who grew up in Kingsford, Succeeding Fr. Brodeur as pas- the Apostle Parish in Escanaba was ordained to the priesthood tor of St. Francis Xavier Parish — Over 40 years Of experience & success — and St. Anthony of Padua Parish on June 5, 2009, by Bishop in Brimley and Blessed Kateri in Wells. Born in Marquette, he 1970: Oceana County Sheriff’s in three successful businesses. Alexander K. Sample at St. Peter Tekakwitha Mission in Bay Mills was ordained to the priesthood on Department reserve officer. 1983: Muskegon County Friend Cathedral in Marquette. His first will be Father Augustine Jacob. June 11, 2004, by Bishop James Promoted to Vice Commander. of the Court Investigator and priestly assignment was as associ- Fr. Jacob, 43, spent the last year H. Garland at St. Peter Cathedral 1973: Oceana County Deputy. Warrant Officer. Deputized ate pastor of St. Michael Parish in as associate pastor of St. Mary in Marquette. Police Academy graduate. Pro- by Muskegon County Sheriff’s Marquette. and St. Joseph Parish in Iron Succeeding Fr. Jurkovich in moted to Detective Sergeant. Dept. Father Joy Adimakkeel has Mountain and St. Rose Parish in Menominee will be Father Mark Decorated for Bravery and 1986: Muskegon County Sheriff been relieved of his positions Channing. After his ordination to McQuesten, 62, who has been as pastor of the faith communi- the priesthood on Dec. 26, 1995, Investigative Excellence. Department Deputy, promoted appointed pastor of Resurrection ties in Bessemer, Wakefield and he served as associate vicar and 1981: Western Michigan to Detective. Parish and Holy Spirit Parish. Fr. Marenisco and will transfer to vicar at various parishes in India, University Police Department 1999: Purchased the Straits McQuesten has served as pas- the Archdiocese of San Antonio, as well as assistant manager and Officer. Studied Criminal Justice View Motel in Moran Township. tor of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Texas. then manager of the Amal Jyothi at WMU. 2003: Kinross District Police in Bark River for the last five Father Theodore Brodeur will College of Engineering. 1982: Part-time Hart Police Department Chief of Police. years and of St. Joseph Mission be leaving his positions as pas- Father Daniel Malone, 44, Department in Oceana County. 2004: Part-time Mackinac in Foster City for the last three tor of St. Francis Xavier Parish will become the parochial Business developments resulting County Sheriff’s Deputy. years. In the past, he served par- in Brimley and Blessed Kateri administrator of St. Rose Parish ishes in Marquette, Ironwood, Tekakwitha Mission in Bay Mills in Channing while he contin- iMpOrTanT: The Sheriff’s Rudyard, Trout Lake, Barbeau, to serve as associate pastor of the ues to serve as Chaplain of the Norway and Vulcan. He was election will be decided in parishes of St. Anne on Mackinac Holy Cross Monastery in Iron also the Catholic Chaplain at the the Primary elecTion on Island and St. Ignatius Loyola in Mountain. Father Malone, a Kinross Correctional Facilities in St. Ignace. Father James Williams member of the Marians of the aug. 7. So don’t forget to vote! the eastern U.P. Born in Detroit, will return to senior priest status Immaculate Conception, was Fr. McQuesten was ordained a after serving as associate pastor at ordained a priest on May 19, priest on May 1, 1987, by Bishop St. Anne’s on Mackinac Island for 2007 and has served as chaplain 906-643-9355 Mark F. Schmitt at St. Peter the last year. of the Discalced Carmelite Nuns [email protected] Cathedral in Marquette. Fr. Brodeur, 72, is a native for just over one year. Paid for by the committee to elect Ivan Wilde Mackinac County Sheriff. Page 24 Representative Reports July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung

Moving forward, I have x Orient the Board to the the Chair and CEO func- insulates the operations kind of legacy I would like scheduled an orientation organization of the tions; of the Tribe from politics to leave our future genera- Tribe; and stabilizes the ser- session and retreat to assist x Promulgate delegation of vices and governmental tions, I think about evolv- in acclimating the new x Discuss how to more authority to the Chair- operations of the Tribe. ing myself personally to Tribal Board and myself to effectively communicate person position; focus on what is important our awesome responsibil- with and represent Tribal x Identify additional areas and to lead us on our posi- citizens; x Strategize our current for future training and ity. The goals of the ori- and future economic de- discussions. tive Tribal path forward. I entation/retreat include: x Conduct of effective and velopment projects; invite others to join me in orderly Tribal meetings; doing the same. x Dialogue on operational I am optimistic about x To facilitate Tribal x Make committee assign- savings in order to re- our future. We have strug- Board and Chair com- Chi MeGwitch, Negee, ments for all Board store programs and ser- gled for years though munication; members and Chair; vices that have dimin- ished; some tough situations, Aaron A. Payment x Find common ground on x Consider developing a economic hard times and Office: 906-635-6050 issues; job description for the x Establish a positive significant mis-steps, and Cell: 906-440-5937 Board and Chair; working relationship x Begin discussion on conflict. As I mature in Email: among the Board and [email protected] development of a new x Discuss appropriate Chairperson; age (I will be 47 this sum- Tribal Master Strategic compliance with the mer) I recognize the finite plan; Tribal Constitutional x Cooperatively draft an nature of our physical life. Amendment separating organizational chart that As I contemplate what July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Representative Reports Page 25 Great Lakes fish contaminants on the decrease The writer of the article is Eric his fishing book for $15. A little consume on a regular basis from (.32 EQI) and milk (.12 EQI ). So Sharp and he does a great dis- ironic. the Great Lakes treaty areas for it shows that all food has dioxins service to the fishing industry in The board discussed this arti- all adults and children. Although in it and that some foods we con- Michigan. In his first paragraph, cle and wanted to meet with our I do agree that fish in some of the sume daily actually accumulate he opens with, “The fish in many wildlife biologist to find out the waters around Detroit and large dioxins faster in our systems, of Michigan’s Great Lakes and truth. Mr. Eric Clark presented cities in lower Michigan and in but MDCH only issue consump- inland waters are so laden with the board with a report: over- Lake Erie have larger concentra- tion warnings on fish. I wonder PCBs, mercury, dioxins and view of data used by Michigan tions of contaminates, it is wrong why? If anyone wants the report other chemical toxins that they Division of Environmental Health to say that Great Lakes fish in or wants any more information shouldn’t be eaten by children to set the 2011-2012 fish con- general are unfit to eat. That is please contact the tribal natural or women of child bearing age. sumption advisory. This report factually incorrect. resource department or myself. And some fish from some of our was written by Mark P. Ebener, Mr. Ebener summarizes at the The election is over and the waters shouldn’t be eaten by any- Fishery Assessment Program, end of the report that a similar new chairman and board are seat- one of any age.” Chippewa Ottawa Resource sampling took place on the same ed. I congratulate all on their hard He moves through the article Authority. It was released May contaminates in dairy products, fought election campaigns and with sweeping generalizations 31, 2012. It is a 15-page report meat and fish, poultry, eggs and look forward to working together and finishes with a scare that on exactly the same informa- animal fats. It does state that for the betterment of the tribe. Keith Massaway, Director, eating fish causes cancer and tion provided by the Michigan freshwater fish (the sampling was Thank you again for the calls and Unit III I am sure many members have that if you choose to eat fish eat Department of Community Health taken from all over the country) the e-mails. Keith Massaway, seen the recent articles that have it at your own risk but don’t let (MDCH) on fish contamination. had the highest concentration of 702 Hazelton St., St. Igance, MI appeared in the Detroit Free Press children eat it at all. Then in his This report shows contamina- dioxins (1.43 EQI), followed by 49781, (906) 643-6981, on Great Lakes fish consumption. informational blurb at the bot- tion has generally decreased over butter (1.07 EQI), hot dogs (.54 [email protected]. tom he asks for you to purchase the years and most fish are safe to EQI), ocean fish (.47 EQI), pork Board reps must make full-time commitment about part-time board members deal with. The size of the popu- long as my bills are paid, I would Quarterly Reviews will result in with full-time pay and, in fact, lation is enormous and you are be willing to do the same. That is pay of $15,000 you have board members who dealing with Indian people who, how strongly I feel about what it Required participation of show up for everything and half if you don’t sit down and talk to, is we do. Our people, our elders at least three committees will the board shows up for only the do not feel like they have been worked their butts off to create result in pay of $12,000 and Tuesday meetings. There are communicated with or feel like opportunities for us. I believe the additionally, shall require 75% varying degrees of all. What is they know what is going on. It’s same. participation for committees maddening is when staff, who a cultural thing. Indian people Our job as tribal leaders is to assigned. have worked their butts off and historically have a “sit down and create opportunity for self-suffi- All board members require expect an audience with the board talk” attitude. It is just the way ciency. attendance and participation of to show off their good efforts we are. We like and not only like I challenge the other board at least one travel conference and there are four to six of us sit- but love to see our leaders. They members to accept this resolution either a state conference that ting there, if that. This was also want to know we are listening. or go to the mat and do it for free. affects Sault Tribe or a federal all right with me until at vari- As for the chairman’s pay, It’s not a ruse or a hidden conference that affects Sault ous times, I and the other board these are the reasons I chose agenda. It’s what I saw growing Tribe during the yearlong cycle. members were thrown under the to bring the chair’s pay in line up. Our leaders did what they Reporting of the significant proverbial bus. with the rest of the board. The needed to do to protect us, to issues facing “Indian Country” Debra Pine, Director, How do you make good deci- Constitution, Article II - Duties of keep us strong and healthy. or Sault Tribe as a result of Unit I sions when you are absent? Officers, Section 1., reads, “The I also propose that the savings attending state or national con- Boozhoo kina gwaya! I have heard from previous chairperson shall preside over all we have from reducing the chair’s ferences is required. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO board members the statement, meetings of the board of direc- pay go directly to Elder Care The board secretary shall READ ALL OF THIS. “I can read, why do I need to tors and exercise any other lawful and Services. If I were going to keep attendance records and The election is over; it’s time be here?” Needless to say, that authority delegated the chairper- take care of anybody with our distribution of pay shall be to get back to work. May I say unnerved me. You have to be son by the board of directors. The LIMITED RESOURCES IT based on attendance. good luck to the newest board there, you just have to. We not chairperson shall vote only in WOULD BE THE ELDERS. It is the board member’s members joining the team. I also only have our Tuesday meetings case of a tie unless otherwise pro- RESOLUTION: BOARD and Chairman’s responsibility have to say Gitchi Miigwech to but we have financials and quar- vided by the tribe’s constitution AND CHAIR STIPEND to assist the board secretary Pat Rickley, Bernard Bouschor terlies. The tribe is so immense and by-laws.” WHEREAS, it is the intent in keeping accurate records of and Tom Miller. I am sad to say that quarterlies may as well be The people, YOU THE of this document to align the attendance. that the institutional knowledge bi-annuals since we get done with PEOPLE, also stripped the chair board’s pay to the amount BE IT RESOLVED that that the tribe lost with the depar- all the divisions in a four month position of “CEO” duties with the of work done by each of the Tribal Code Chapter 100: ture of these three is immense period that you are starting over secretarial election. YOU DID Directors; and Tribal Board of Directors and it worries me. Without that to meet with them, and due to THIS! Let’s examine what that WHEREAS, the Chairman’s Stipend resolution is hereby institutional knowledge, there scheduling, sometimes they were means. What it means is this; salary is brought down to the created and the above-enumer- is a strong possibility of repeat- not even able to get into quarter- you said the chair’s position has level of the board’s pay and dis- ated provisions shall be incor- ing mistakes of losing what was lies to give the board an update no authority. The power rests tributed in the same manner as porated and numbered appro- gained on the federal or state on what they are doing, how they with the board, hence the level- the board’s pay; and priately. level. Institutional knowledge is are doing and what the plans are ing of the pay. The position has WHEREAS, the member- NOW, THEREFORE BE invaluable to tribes and it leaves for any big issues that arise. NO AUTHORITY unless it is ship has asked that the board IT RESOLVED, staff is herein us at a disadvantage when deal- Also, when the review of the SPECIFICALLY DELEGATED be accountable and that the empowered to take whatever ing with the state and feds, but agenda occurs, the board mem- BY THE BOARD. Any decisions board’s pay be in line with the steps it deems necessary to oh well, the membership voted bers who are not in attendance or have to come back to the board, work done by each board mem- modify the operation or imple- and we will have to navigate who don’t participate in commit- in which case, the board has to ber. mentation of any and all ben- the waters the best that we can. tees hold up the show on Tuesday vote on it. We are not dealing NOW, THEREFORE, BE efits that the Directors may Special thanks to Joe Eitrem for because they didn’t really read with the same situation pre-2008. IT RESOLVED, the Sault receive to meet the ends of this putting himself and his family out what was sent to them via email The board HAS TO DELEGATE Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa resolution. All benefits that the there. I know it was particularly because it is a big information LAWFUL AUTHORITY as given Indians hereby adopts the Directors may avail themselves difficult on the grandchildren to dump, hold up the meeting ask- to us by YOU! following TRIBAL BOARD of shall be modified to further see their grandfather go through ing questions they should already The position is no different WAGE ORDINANCE for the the ends of this resolution. what he went through being know. It’s just maddening and than a board member’s position. benefit of the tribe and it’s BE IT FURTHER ripped up and disrespected. It time consuming and time wast- She/He runs the meetings and we members. The following formu- RESOLVED, that by the order was good having an elder head ing. I also have to say, the com- tell them to sign whatever it is la SHALL apply for the board of this board, that we delegate up the board. Joe didn’t cotton mittees get neglected hence the we approve. Remember, this was and the Chairman’s position, the Chairman to sign this into to no shenanigans, he ran a tight requirement of serving on at your order. rescinding all other previous law. ship and his expectations were of least four. Three happen natu- I believe this resolution is resolutions pertaining to wages BE IT FINALLY respect for each other. rally, Gaming Authority, Gaming fair and balanced. I have board of the board and Chairman. RESOLVED, the organiza- Gitchi miigwech, Ogima Joe! Commission, and if you reside in members who don’t want to Base Salary shall be $25,000 tional chart shall be adopted as The following is a resolution Unit One, JKL Fiduciary. What reduce anything. After two years per year. attached. that I tried to place on the agenda. is one more? One more that you of serving and knowing what we Board members and the One last thing. It was not allowed; however, it attend and advocate for and I deal with, I’m fine with that but Chairman can earn up to I predict there will be resolu- will be in workshop and on to the know the list is long. you are also dealing with a board $67,000 depending on their tions introduced that we will be next meeting for consideration. I wrote in there a 75 percent member, me, who is also willing participation on the following: made to vote on that will make This will be yet another time I attendance rate, why? Because I to drop it all to old school levels. Financials, Quarterly Reviews, the board look bad even though have brought up reduction of know each area has its issues to You only get paid for what you and Committees. we will be trying to maintain pay. What I have found and what overcome like travel for the out- show up to and deal with. 75% rate of attendance for FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY has become a bone of contention lying areas, however, this unit I I grew up with seeing people Financials will result in pay of FOR THE TRIBE. I predict the for me since having been seated am in has a population issue that who did the job for free and who $15,000 Chair will introduce resolutions is the fact that people complain I and the other board members got us to where we are today. As 75% rate of attendance for See “Pine report,” page 26 Page 26 Representative Reports July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Election results clearly call for new direction Jennifer McLeod and Dennis to the membership, streamlined reason. however, the org chart The most important piece, in my McKelvie, Unit 2 representative government and improved ser- for our multimillion dollar budget opinion, would be moving the Lana Causley, Unit 3 representa- vices. As I turn in this report, July only has two legs and they are court out from under the perview tive Bridgette Sorenson, and Unit 10 begins our first meeting with bowed under the weight of the of the board, making it a truly 4 representative Darcy Morrow. the new board. After the election tribe. It is time to do an efficiency independent branch of govern- These are your newly elected reps of officers, we must begin anew. study and make sure we are oper- ment. This one act would give from the 2012 General Election. I am hoping for good discussion ating as responsibly and resource- the court the power to interpret I am looking forward to working about various ideas on how we are fully as possible. To borrow a the Constitution, provide for a with your new legislators, and going to accomplish meeting the phrase… we need to “right Size” system of checks and balance a full board of 13 members, to needs of the membership while the tribe’s government. for the board. no longer would move toward improved member- moving the tribe forward in opera- other thoughts…A Tribal Code the board be able to read into the ship services and government! tions, business and in services. of Ethics for the board, expansion Constitution and Code and come ThE WorK BEGInS one school of thought that I of communication opportunities up with an interpretation that Your votes made it clear that would like to explore would be with the membership (i.e. stream- favors any one political agenda or DJ Malloy, DireCtor, you are looking for a new direc- to restructure upper management. ing board meetings, web-based focus. Putting this in place first Unit i tion in our tribal government. This will require organizational Q&A for the members), desig- would ensure the board acts with- Aanii and welcome to a new The commonality in your choices changes and would provide more nated team members who assist in the parameters of the law at all day in Sault Tribe leadership! seems to be separation of the responsibility and accountability members with navigating the times. And, in a perfect world, Congratulations to Chairman courts with elected judges, board of our Division Directors. These tribal services maze, an indepen- it would provide board member Aaron Payment, Unit 1 repre- accountability, expanded business people are experts in their field dent newspaper that is under the sanctions for failure to comply. sentatives Cathy Abramson, ventures, better communication and we hired them for that exact total direction of the editor, and In CLoSInG networking services to allow for Iam grateful for all those who referrals to both interdepartmental have contacted me with ideas. Drug abuse taskforce now forming and community based programs. I am thankful to those who are process. our resources. And, most impor- (A girl can dream can’t she?) experts in their field and have Chi Miigwech to Tom Miller, tantly, the plans moving forward LEGISLATIon IDEAS shared their education and expe- Patrick rickley and Bernard to start the “Drug Abuse Task Prior to the election, and rience with me to make sure I Boucher for the many years of Force Committee” and ACTIon as long as 13 months ago, I have what I need to do my job. service and dedication to our plans to reduce increasing drug requested the board to work on Moreover, I am humbled by the tribe. You gentlemen did make abuse. several process changes. They support that you, the members, a difference in our tribe and I We need input from the mem- included a set policy/code for the have given me. You offer me hope know that many are proud of bers on what is needed in their way we fill vacated seats on the and provide the support I need to you; it was an honor to work communities, easier access to the board, independent elections, hir- bring your voices to the table. with you at the board level. resources we have available and ing a tribal administrator, major As always, I welcome your Last but not least, Mr. Joe better safeguards in our commu- organizational chart revision and input and questions. I can be Eitrem, an elder, mentor and true nities and places of employment. separation of the courts. Each reached at [email protected] leader, we worked side by side It will not be popular but it’s of these issues will take time to or at (906) 440-9762. for eight years and he always time for a zero tolerance with the discuss, research and implement, respectfully submitted, showed the best interest for our abuse of prescription drugs in but I am hopeful that there will DJ Malloy members and worked very hard our workplace and on our tribal be enough support to get mov- Unit 1 representative lana CaUsley, DireCtor, for our tribe. Many people love land! If we truly want to help ing on them as soon as possible. Unit ii and care about Joe and he will those in need we need to make it always be a leader to them and our top priority. It’s time for our Iwould like to begin this me. Chi Miigwech, Joe! There entire tribe, its board and all its Moving forward report by saying how grateful I will be a loss at our board level departments to “STEP UP” and am for all the members of the without you there…..simply…. get the resources to those who ber of this tribe. You are a class act and I wish you and your fam- tribe; we have been presented the thank you for all you have done. are in need in a timely manner ily the very best. official election results for the Iwrote about our the tribal and not accept anything less. And, a big congratulations to 2012 General Election. A sincere nation’s rising drug issue a few Many team members work hard Director Lana Causley, who car- Chi Miigwech to my family, reports ago and explained that for this — that’s why we need to ried the election by a resounding elders, community and our unit I have been working with our talk about it and get it right. 60 percent of the Unit 2 vote. that had the confidence in me to health director to address the This workshop will be open Clearly, the people continue to continue to serve the people of issues and develop a plan (a drug to the membership and I have have confidence in your leader- our tribe, I am very humbled and abuse task force committee, with requested that the date, time and honored to a part of our leader- ship because you do indeed listen staff and members participating location be posted on our web- to their hopes, dreams and needs; ship and that confidence from side by side) that will reduce site and a group email go out to you will be my driving force for and work tirelessly to serve our drug abuse along with efforts all on our mailing lists. It’s time! people. I’m honored to serve a successful tribal nation moving to aid the process of recovery. I speak to many members about forward. along side you. Since that report we have had these issues, talk to those on the Welcome to our new board Congratulations to all the many tragic events within our board who represent you — we Catherine hollowell, new members of the board and DireCtor, Unit ii members Darcy Morrow, Jennifer own tribe due to drug abuse need all the input, education, the McLeod and Bridgett Sorenson. the new tribal chairman, I look Asincere congratulations and the effects of addiction. experiences of many families And congratulations to returning forward to serving with you and to our new chairman, Aaron At this time we have gathered affected so that we can get this board reps Cathy Abramson and continuing to move in a direc- Payment! As Aaron assumes the information and material from right. Please attend and have Denny McKelvie. I am looking tion forward. I would also like to chief leadership role within the other tribes that have the same input as to the needs in your forward to working with each and say thank you to tribal members tribe, I am confident that he will concerns. I have requested a day- communities. every one of you. who ran in their respective units long open workshop in which Director hollowell and I are find our tribal nation on relatively Since forever in time, we and did not place on the board; I our Law Enforcement, health planning to schedule unit meet- sound financial footing, and well Anishinaabe have come home to have a relationship in some way Division (behavioral health), ings in all areas. We will post positioned to move forward in a the ‘Gathering Place’ at this time with all and respect them in their Anishnaabek Community and the dates on the tribe’s website, good way. I am also confident he of year, so that we can celebrate efforts. It’s hard work and your Family Services, Education www.saulttribe.com, so you may will find a governing board and a and honor the gifts of the Creator. desire and drive are commended (STAY: Sault Tribe Alive Youth), attend. I will be in attendance at tribal workforce ready and will- And my prayers are dedicated and I know members appreciate housing, Tribal Court and our area elders monthly meetings. ing to work cooperatively toward to all our relations that we may all that is done in the election Cultural Division will present on Please call if you have anything forging solutions to some of our find peace and enjoy the honor you would like to discuss and if more challenging issues. that the Creator has given to each Cedar Ridge you want to meet. Chi Miigwech to Joe Eitrem individual and all living things. hope to see all of you at our on his tenure as chairman. It was Miigwech Gakina Awiya Assisted Living upcoming unit powwows. an honor to serve with you, Joe, Catherine hollowell Allows you to have Baamaapii Lana Causley, and I appreciate the respect you (906) 484-6821 the independence you want (906) 484-2954. showed to each and every mem- [email protected] with the assistance you need From “Pine report,” pg. 25 MAKE SUrE ThE TrIBE hAS thank the powwow committee for ͻ ĸĐŝĞŶĐLJĂƉĂƌƚŵĞŶƚƐĂƐǁĞůůĂƐŽŶĞďĞĚƌŽŽŵĂƉĂƌƚŵĞŶƚƐĨŽƌ that will have the tone of “Look!! LonG TErM EConoMIC their efforts this year. The weather ƐĞŶŝŽƌĐŝƟnjĞŶƐ I’m trying to do good for you SUSTAInABILITY. Please was perfect powwow weather and ͻ ,ŽŵĞůŝŬĞĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ͕ƐƵƌƌŽƵŶĚĞĚďLJĂďĞĂƵƟĨƵůǁŽŽĚƐĞƫŶŐ but it’s the bad, bad, bad, board remember this. My concern is the powwow was bigger than it ͻ sĂƌLJŝŶŐůĞǀĞůƐŽĨĂƐƐŝƐƚĂŶĐĞĂŶĚĐĂƌĞƚŽŽƵƌƌĞƐŝĚĞŶƚƐ that will not let you have what that promises were made that was last year with number of ven- ͻ hƟůŝƟĞƐ͕ŵĞĂůƐ͕ŚŽƵƐĞŬĞĞƉŝŶŐĂƐǁĞůůĂƐůĂƵŶĚƌLJƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐĂƌĞ I propose!” ThIS IS WhAT I we just can’t afford until we get dors and audience. Again, Gitchi ŝŶĐůƵĚĞĚŝŶŵŽŶƚŚůLJƌĂƚĞ PrEDICT hAPPEnInG. Please Lansing going. Lansing could Miigwech!! nice work! know this and please understand take years in court and we don’t Baamaapii koowaabmin kina &ŽƌŵŽƌĞŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ͕ƉůĞĂƐĞĐĂůů that if we had it, you would get know what else we will be facing, gwaya! (906) 984-2323 it. I don’t appreciate being made such as the state passing into law Sincerely, Please feel free to stop by any time for a tour to look bad when I vote to do the ability to open eight new pri- Debra-Ann Pine KƵƌŶĞǁĨĂĐŝůŝƚLJŝƐůŽĐĂƚĞĚĂƚϮϱϱ^͘ŝƌƉŽƌƚZŽĂĚŝŶ^ƚ͘/ŐŶĂĐĞ͕D/ the right thing for the longev- vately owned casinos. Unit one representative ity of the tribe. I VoTE To In closing, I would like to (906) 440-1334 July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Representatives Reports Page 27

Recent electionnization, our businesses, guidesour younger people andus help prepare in aOn a newwonderful, positive direction note, health care facility construction; community and our people. them for leadership roles in our the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed — New authorities for the I would like to take this tribe. Whenever possible, for permanent reauthorization of the provision of dialysis services; time to say Chi Miigwech to the next four years, I would like Indian Health Care Improvement — Improvements in the Joe Eitrem, who served out the to bring tribal members around Act by upholding the Affordable Contract Health Services pro- term as our chairman. Chairman with me and “show them the Care Act (“Obamacare”). From gram, which pays for referrals; Joe, you are a statesman and a ropes.” There is so much work the perspective of the tribes, — New authorities for facili- real class act! Chi Miigwech to that needs to be done in order to the Affordable Care Act, which tation of care for Indian veterans; Bernard Bouschor, Tom Miller protect our tribe’s best interests. includes the IHCIA, is an impor- and and Pat Rickley. I am proud to We need to continue to develop tant advancement in federal — New authorities for urban have served with you all. Your our people for the future of our health policy for our people. Indian health programs. institutional knowledge of our tribe. It includes: Speaking as its board chair- tribal organization and history is When it comes to elections, — Authorities for new and person, the National Indian invaluable to our people and I do there is both excitement and expanded programs for mental Health Board will continue hope that you continue to remain disappointment. As long as we and behavioral health treatment to work with tribes and tribal actively involved in our commu- know that we have done the best and prevention; organizations to ensure that the Cathy Abramson, Director, nity. job that we can, that is all that — Expanded authorities for IHCIA and the ACA are imple- Unit I One of my elders just recently we can do. The rest is up to our long-term care services, includ- mented, protected and strength- Congratulations to our reminded me that I am now membership to decide. However, ing home health care, assisted ened so tribal communities can newly elected Chairperson the senior member of the tribal I truly believe and know that living and community-based address the health challenges Aaron Payment! Also, con- board and that others will be Creator has plans for us all. If care; that affect American Indians and gratulations to Bridget Sorenson, looking to me for leadership. we listen to Him, He will lead — New authorities for devel- Alaska Natives. Darcy Chase Morrow, Denny That is a responsibility that I us on the path He has chosen opment of health professional Thank you all for your contin- McKelvie, Jennifer McLeod and take very seriously. I will do for us. He is with us all the way. shortage demonstration pro- ued support and I look forward Lana Causley for winning their my best in helping to guide and With the recent election, we are grams; to hearing from you. My cell bids to be seated on our board. mentor our newly elected leader- all now on a new journey, a new — Expanded authorities for is (906) 322-3823. My e-mail I will work tirelessly with our ship. Actually, I would like to chapter in our lives. Please keep funding of patient travel costs; address is cabramson@saulttribe. tribal chairperson and board to take that a step further and com- us in your prayers as we unite — New authorities for dem- net. I am on facebook under continue to strengthen our orga- mit to mentoring more of our and move forward. onstration projects for innovative Cathy Abramson. Communities competing for cash in health challenge By Rick Smith works.com. There are no age lim- Residents of Sault Ste. Marie, its or other constraints prohibiting Manistique, Munising, St. Ignace, anyone from the aforementioned Newberry and Kinross are com- communities from participating. peting for cash prizes to go toward Registration can be done any time local improvements to facilitate during the challenge and participa- health and fitness among the resi- tion lasts. dents. Folks can still participate Anyone needing help register- even as the competition goes into ing from the Sault area may call its final week. Julie Trotter of the Chippewa Blue Cross Blue Shield of County Health Department at Michigan offers a grand prize of 635-1556 or via email jtrotter@ $2,250 to the community that logs chippewahd.com or Lisa Myers of the highest “wellness miles” aver- Sault Tribe Community Health at age per person over the course 632-5255 or email lmyers@ of the 2012 Let’s Get Moving saulttribe.net; residents of the Community Challenge. The chal- Kinross and Newberry areas may lenge kicked off on June 2 and contact Donna Norkoli at 635- runs through July 27. In addi- 8844 or dnorkoli@saulttribe. tion to the grand prize, awards of net; people in the St. Ignace area $1,750 go to second place, $1,250 should contact Julie Lipnitz of the for third, $1,000 for fourth, $750 LMAS District Health Department for fifth and $600 for sixth. at 643-1100 or jlipnitz@lmasdhd. Julie Trotter of the Chippewa County Health Department looks on as Lisa Myers of Sault Tribe Community Funding from the prizes goes org; around Manistique, Kerry Ott Health takes questions from folks during a kick-off registration event at Avery Square in Sault Ste. Marie on to community improvements such of Sault Tribe Community Health June 1 for the 2012 Let’s Get Moving Community Challenge. The challenge encourages residents in the areas as park fixtures, walking paths and at 341-9561 or email at kott@ of six Upper Peninsula towns to engage in physical activity and other healthful measures while helping their bicycling facilities. saulttrie.net; and in Munising, communities vie for cash prizes ranging from $600 to $2,250 from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for Folks interested in participating Evi Lindquist of Sault Tribe local improvements to facilitate physical activity. The competition runs until July 27 and folks interested in on their community’s team may Community Health at 387-47 or participating may register at any time during the competition. register online at www.walking- [email protected]. Sault Lunch Loop dedicated, Commuter Cup winners recognized By Rick Smith to teams from organizations that War Memorial Hospital for the Officials from the Sault Ste. participated in the third annual largest number of employees par- Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Walk and Roll to Work, School or ticipating, 92. Chippewa County and the City Play Day on April 20. The event Other participants in the chal- of Sault Ste. Marie congregated encourages folks in the area to lenge were the Feeding America at Avery Square in the Sault on take measures to walk or ride a West Michigan Food Bank, May 3 to dedicate the new down- bicycle for at least a portion of The Evening News, Sault Tribe town Lunch Loop walking circuit their usual daily commutes to Community Health, Lake Superior with a ribbon cutting ceremony. work or school. It is conducted State University, JKL Bahweting The circuit, a Building Healthy to promote the adoption of the Public School Academy and Community Coalition initiative, alternative, non-motorized forms the Chippewa County Health was launched last year to facili- of transportation as a method of Department. tate convenient round-the-clock increasing physical activity and The next Sault Tribe Strategic opportunities for folks who live promoting walkable communities. Alliance for Health community and work in the downtown area to “Even though the weather did event will be the Let’s Get Moving increase physical activity as part not cooperate, approximately Challenge, a six-community chal- of a healthy lifestyle. 220 community members par- lenge in which the participating The loop became more visible ticipated in the Commuter Cup Photo by Ellen Benoit communities earn wellness miles recently with the addition of signs Challenge,” said Lisa Myers, proj- Lisa Myers of the Sault Tribe Strategic Alliance for Health Project, left, for exercise, healthful eating and along the route. The suggested ect coordinator for the Sault Tribe presents Alicia Askwith, team captain of the City of Sault Ste. Marie other health-promoting behavior start is at the front of Avery Square Strategic Alliance for Health. participants, with the Walk and Roll Challenge Cup trophy. as they compete for prize money. where a sign indicates the starting The 2012 Commuter Cup The Let’s Get Moving Challenge point of the nearly mile-long route Challenge trophy winners by class: employees), Bayliss Public tion, 6 departments participating; is scheduled to take place from and displays a likeness of the “Just • Mini worksite (two to five Library with 100 percent partici- 10 out of 19. June 2 to July 27, 2012. Folks Shoe It” markers that guide walk- employees), EUP Planning and pation, 11 participants out of 11 • Large worksite (50 employees may participate at any time dur- ers along the route. Development Commission with employees. or more), Sault area schools with ing the competition. Winners will A ceremony was also conducted 100 percent participation, four par- • Medium worksite (19 to 50 22.5 percent participation, 64 be announced later, look for the at the dedication to present the ticipants out of four employees. employees), City of Sault Ste. employees out of 284. list in the August edition of this Commuter Cup Challenge awards • Small worksite (six to 18 Marie with 53 percent participa- • Honorable mention goes to newspaper. Page 28 Health July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Spotlight: Sault Tribe Nicotine Dependence Program The Sault Tribe Nicotine option.” His plan also included Dependence Program is a pro- nicotine gum, a form of nicotine gram designed to help people replacement therapy (NRT), quit smoking or chewing com- which helped him manage the mercial tobacco products. The physical cravings that came along program includes one-on-one with quitting. visits with a staff member (com- “My quit date was April 1, munity health educator, nurse, 2011. The cravings have not gone or technician) who is trained in completely away, but I just keep methods to help patients stop it in my mind that I don’t want using tobacco. The program to go back to smoking,” he said. includes an initial visit and fol- “Once I quit, I found that I had low-up visits to create an indi- more energy, my sense of smell vidual quit plan and provide the was better, and my triglycerides right tools and support needed and bad cholesterol went down. to successfully quit using com- I walk a lot now; I walked the mercial tobacco products. Visits Mackinac Bridge on Memorial include planning and problem Day and it seemed easier! I just solving, managing habits, stress, keep reminding myself smoking and triggers, support and access is bad for your health – I just try to tobacco cessation medications. to change my thoughts and stick One client of the Nicotine to it.” Dependence Program recently He feels that the Sault Tribe Meet the Sault Tribe Nicotine Dependence Program team — (Back Row, L-R) Newberry CHN Lisa Simmons, shared his experience and hopes Nicotine Dependence Program Hessel CHN Tami Duncan, Sault Ste. Marie Health Education Supervisor Colleen Commons, Sault Ste. Marie to influence others to take action provided support in managing the CHT Tom Sauro, (Front Row, L-R) St. Ignace CHT Sissi Ouellette, Sault Ste. Marie Community Health Educator as well. His reasons to quit challenges he faced in his efforts Lauren Kross and Hessel CHT Teresa Jedele, CHT. (Missing from photo: Evi Lindquist, Community Health smoking were similar to many to quit smoking. Educator in Munising/Manistique). who have undertaken the same The Nicotine Dependence journey – to breathe better, feel Program is available through Marie and St. Ignace. Sault Tribe For more information on eli- saulttribe.com/tobacco/contacts. healthier and have more energy. Community Health Services at all members, employees and other gibility, program details, or other Please call ahead to schedule an From the very start, he devel- Sault Tribe Health Center loca- patients who utilize Sault Tribe questions, call (906) 632-5210, appointment. oped a very firm mind set that to tions including Hessel, Newberry, Health Services are eligible to your local Salt Tribe Health There is no perfect time to start smoking again “wasn’t an Manistique, Munising, Sault Ste. participate in the program. Center, or visit http://healthy- quit — why not now? Zhanda Eta established to give and receive support By Shirley Kowalke, CHT with a medical issue, the loss of just here to gain inspiration and Jennings: “I like the focus group ten but help me keep my sense For over a year we have had a loved one or maybe the pres- motivation to accept change. because of the great people of humor. I have found that even a small group that meets the sures of a new job? The list goes I’m just here to listen, to be I have met there. We discuss on my worst days a little humor second Tuesday of each month. on and on. someone’s sounding board and various topics. It’s a good stress helps me get through.” We meet from 1 to 2 p.m. at the In this group we hope to to offer a shoulder to lean on.” reliever and gets you out and Zhanda Eta meets on the Newberry Tribal Health Center. share our personal stories to Every day can be a challenge for moving. Topics can be personal, second Tuesday of every month Our group focuses on changes inspire and motive others. What us. So, it’s good to know that but go no further than the meet- from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Newberry in our lives. Changes happen is said at this group stays in the we are not alone, that there are ing. We are a group that discuss- Tribal Center. Please come and almost every day. Whether they group and is respected by all others like us that need to be es change, individual outlets and join us. Please feel free to bring are expected or unexpected, others. We are very proud that “zhanda eta.” more, plus a little humor.” someone with you but remem- controlled or uncontrollable, our group has been given the Here are a few comments Lisa: “We meet, we talk and ber, “We will only be a stranger we somehow have to cope with Anishinaabe name, “Zhanda from our group: share. At times we challenge to you once.” these changes. Eta,” which means that we are Barb: “Come join us! We each other but always with Call (906) 293-8181 for What changes are you facing just here to give and receive meet the second Tuesday of acceptance and encouragement.” more information and ask for today that you find yourself in support, guidance, encourage- each month from 1 to 2 at the Shirley: “My family is going Lisa Simmons CHN or Shirley need of support, hope and moti- ment and friendship. Newberry Tribal Center.” through a very hard time right Kowalke CHT. vation? Are you trying to quit Our group focuses on sup- From Char: A big smile. now and our group gives me a Miigwech, smoking or lose weight, dealing port and encouragement: “I’m From Tim a.k.a. Waylon lot of support. They not only lis- Zhanda Eta Catholic Social Services acquires KeenAgers home in Wakefield 42-bed facility serves those who need a hand up MARQUETTE — Catholic independent living options. dedication of the staff, the resi- tinue to fill a needed resource in such a much-needed capacity. Social Services (CSS) of the James Staudenmaier, nephew dents have enjoyed a safe, secure and flourish under Catholic We hope that this will be a new Upper Peninsula recently of the late priest and president home,” Staudenmaier said in the Social Services,” Staudenmaier beginning for CSS and its service announced signing an agreement of the KeenAgers Board of release. added. to the poor and poor in spirit.” to acquire KeenAgers home in Directors, said in the release the “KeenAgers has established KeenAgers is currently home Catholic Social Services of Wakefield, Mich., according board is pleased and gratified a reputation of providing for a to 33 residents, including persons the Upper Peninsula is a non- to a release. The late Reverend that CSS will be continuing the diverse population. Many former with developmental disabilities, profit agency whose mission is to Wilbert Staudenmaier, a Catholic vision and ministry that Father U.P. residents have returned and those needing assisted living, and nurture and stabilize families in priest of the Diocese of Green Staudenmaier began. “For nearly taken up residency. KeenAgers low-cost independent living for the Upper Peninsula. Bay, established KeenAgers 33 years, KeenAgers has pro- has always felt blessed and mea- seniors, according to the release. Services offered include adop- on the site of the Divine Infant vided adult foster care, assisted sured its success on the small Bishop Alexander K. Sample tion and foster care licensing Hospital in 1979. Father living and independent living for town values and work ethic of said in the release, “Many people and placement, outpatient mental Staudenmaier wanted to offer hundreds of residents, as well as the Wakefield community and have asked me to bring Catholic health and substance abuse treat- low-cost services to those need- employment opportunities to the surrounding area. We have no Social Services back to this area. ment and pornography addiction ing licensed assisted living or community at large. Through the doubt that the facility will con- I am pleased that we will serve services. Recycling your compact fluorescent light with ease By Nick Deplonty seems that the big retailers such Northern Road, Sault, Ont., (705) Hardware, 300 S. State St. , St Compact fluorescent lights as Menards, Lowes, Home Depot, 254-1150 Ignace, MI (517) 337-0422 (CFLs) contain a tiny amount of Ace Hardware and True Value, — Cloverland Dafter Office, — CD Recycling Central, 401 mercury. Take care to wrap bulbs are the most popular places to 2916 State Highway 28, Dafter, Euclid Ave, Sault, Ont., (909) in a plastic bag and store them recycle CFLs. (906) 635-6800 591-6510 safely until ready to drop off for Places to drop off CFLs: — Pickford Building Center, There are plenty of mail-in recycling. But don’t let that stop — Parker Ace Hardware, 819 State Highway 29 Pickford, (517) services also, if dropping at these you from using them – they pre- Ashmun St., Sault Ste. Marie, 337-0422 other places is not convenient. vent much more mercury from (906) 632-0224 — Waste Management, 711 Here is a list of some that I entering our environment just — Chippewa County-Northern Spruce Street, Sault Ste. Marie, stumbled upon on the Internet, by requiring less electricity from Transitions, 1401 W. Easterday (800) 293-2988 www.epa.gov/cfl/cflrecycling. coal, one of the biggest sources of Ave., Sault Ste. Marie, (906) 632- — Cedarville Ace Hardware, html#agencies. mercury to the Great Lakes. 0525 75 State Highway 134 Cedarville, Nick Deplonty is Sault Tribe In regards to CFL recycling, it — Home Depot, 530 Great (906) 484-3339 Environment Department’s WIA — St. Ignace True Value student. July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Natural Resources Page 29 Historic film and paintings document fishing rights controversy screening at Nokomis Learning Center Should old treaties grant vation looked poor and rather screened it during a similar Native Americans special rights “A Difference of Rights” depressing, though there was a controversy in that state. And other citizens do not have? Did charming cemetery with wooden at least one instructor at Lake an 1836 treaty really say state spirit houses over the graves and Superior State College made it fishing regulations do not apply now available on DVD a quaint little Catholic church on required viewing for his classes to Indians today? Would unregu- the bay. in Native American history. Then lated commercial gill net fishing The fishing controversy the controversy ended and the deplete fish stocks for sports seemed an interesting issue for film was forgotten. fishing? his students to use as an inves- After retiring from LCC, In 1971, Michigan tigative film exercise. With Blanchard converted the original Department of Natural Resources help from the college and the 16mm film to DVD, and now, officers ticketed Albert (Big Michigan Humanities Council, for the first time since the 1980s, Abe) LeBlanc, an Indian from his student crew began traveling the voices of many no longer the Bay Mills Community in around Michigan interviewing living will be heard again. The Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, for key people. Tom Washington and film documents that short period fishing without a state commer- Attorney General Frank Kelley of controversy and traces the cial fishing license. The District and DNR Fishery Director long history of relations between Court in Sault Ste. Marie con- John Scott insisted the state Native Americans and non- victed him, but when he won on should manage all fishing for Indians. appeal, he set a precedent that the good of the resource. Their Along with the film screen- Michigan Indians do not need position sounded convincing to ing, the Nokomis Center is a Michigan license and are not Blanchard. Then Big Abe and his presenting an exhibition of subject to state regulation. brother Arthur LeBlanc and Sault Blanchard’s paintings, “Faces Sports fishermen and organi- Tribe Chairman Joseph Lumsden from ‘A Difference of Rights’” zations like the Michigan United countered each argument with through July 26. Conservation Clubs reacted in surprising logic and evidence, Blanchard said the portraits outrage. The state appealed the Film producer Bill Blanchard, also a painter, is showing his paintings and Blanchard felt they sounded commemorate the people he met court decision. The issue dragged of tribal leaders involved in the fight for fishing rights. Above, Joe right, too. during those months of filming. on through the decade. Lumsden. By 1980 the students had “I find their faces as interesting A historic film documeting Shot mostly in northern film production teacher at organized the footage into a 60- and timeless as the issues they tribal fishing rights in the ’70s Michigan, the film shows how Lansing Community College minute film. When Blanchard raised,” he said. was shown Wednesday, July gill nets differ from other com- and a recent graduate of asked the students for a title, The Nokomis Center, at 5151 18, and then discussed by its mercial fishing gear, how the the University of Southern they suggested “A Difference of Marsh Road in Okemos, has producer, Bill Blanchard, at the government plants fish, protects California cinema program. Rights.” regular public hours from 10 Nokomis Learning Center in against the lamprey eel and mea- Though he was not a sportsman There is no longer a fishing a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Okemos. sures fish populations. or an active tribal member, he controversy. The state appealed Thursday and from 6 p.m. to 9 When the film originally Tom Washington, who was was familiar with the locations. to the United States Supreme p.m. Mondays. screened in 1980, Lansing State then president of the Michigan His mother grew up in the Sault, Court, but that court refused to To purchase a copy of the Journal film critic Mike Hughes, United Conservation Clubs and and her great-grandmother was a hear the case. Indian fishermen DVD, send a $20 check or under the headline, “Gill net later became president of the full-blooded Chippewa. continue their ancestral tradition. money order payable to Bill film not bad catch,” wrote, “As American Rifle Association, Blanchard occasionally drove The state continues to regulate Blanchard and send to: Bill a piece of moviemaking it is called the film “the most com- through Bay Mills where he saw sport fishing. Blanchard, 2011 Cumberland remarkably good, a handsome prehensive coverage of the fishing boats docked and nets Every Michigan public broad- Rd., Lansing, MI 48906-3771. film. The photography is crisp, issue.” drying on shore. This was before casting station aired the film in Be sure to include your mailing sometimes gorgeous.” Bill Blanchard was a young any Indian casinos. The reser- 1980. Many groups in Wisconsin address.

Rain gardens: add beauty, Lake Calument and Little Calument water less, slow erosion River test positive for Asian carp eDNA By Crystal Bole it has picked up from hard sur- beauty and color to your ordinar- A rain garden is a shal- faces and lawns. ily green lawn. low constructed depression in Hard surfaces force water to Your rain garden should be which you plant native plants rush into larger waterways caus- positioned in your yard on a and grasses, not just a lawn, but ing erosion and mass amounts of natural slope where water would deep-rooted native vegetation. pollution to enter waterways at tend to go, or even underneath The whole reason to have a rain once, rain gardens help absorb a downspout from your home, garden is to try and capture some water back into the ground driveway or sump pump — any- of the rainwater run off (storm instead of into waterways that where that you can capture water water run off), before it washes are already overloaded. before it reaches the sewer sys- all the way down the watershed. A rain garden can be thought tem. Rain gardens slow down the of as a personal water quality You want to place your rain rush of water from hard surfaces, system because it filters the run- garden at least 10 feet away like sidewalks, driveways and off from your roof and lawn and from your home preferably in roofs. Rain gardens hold the recharges the groundwater. Rain a sunny area, at least partially water for a short period of time, gardens also help hold moisture, sunny. (Do not place over a sep- allowing it to infiltrate slowly so that less watering is needed tic field.) Select native plants, into the ground, cleansing the for your yard. Rain gardens are those that naturally grow in your water of the numerous chemicals also a great way to add some area and that can survive without any extra care. You will want to choose flowers and grasses that will grow well in both wet and dry areas. You will want to dig your garden about 4-8 inches deep, using the soil to build a berm around it. Contact your local authority that marks under- ground utilities before you start digging. Add some compost and mulch to help keep the moisture USACE map in and the weeds out, about 2-3 are Asian carp IN Great Lakes? — Asian Carp environmental DNA inches, plant your plants about (eDNA) results were positive in 17 different sites from Lake Calumet one foot apart and you have a and Little Calumet River samples collected May 22. The monitoring rain garden. For the first couple results can only tell researchers that Asian carp (in this case, silver weeks you want to water if need- carp) genetic material is present — whether it comes from a live fish ed as the plants are still accli- or dead, ballast water, storm sewers or fish eating birds. According to mating but soon after your rain the US Army Corps of Engineers, the eDNA is an “early warning system” garden should thrive on its own! to step up efforts such as netting or poisons. Good Luck! Page 30 Natural Resources July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Wetlands survey results in Tribes monitor local By Tesha Zimmerman at those locations. Alternatively, 632-5575, and for questions on In the May issue of Win the Environmental Department the Wetland Strategy, ask for Awenen Nisitotung, the can be reached anytime at (906) Tesha. air quality Environmental Department By Hayley Moen, data, outdoor temperature and reported that two of its employees Environmental Department barometric pressure. This infor- were traveling to monthly elder intern mation provides the public with meetings to distribute a wetlands Air pollution is a growing air quality information through survey and discuss water quality. and constant threat to not only hourly updates on ambient air The results of that wetlands sur- the environment but also human data that can be found at the fol- vey are now in. health. Air pollutants are made lowing sites: Surveys were completed by up of particulate matter, which http://trexwww.ucc.nau. 162 attendees at the elder meet- are small solid or liquid particles edu/cgi-bin/daily_summary. ings. These respondents broke and gases, which include carbon pl?cams=901 down as follows: 27 surveys from monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitro- http://deqmiair.org/monitor- Escanaba, 24 from Sault Ste. gen oxide and volatile organic ingdata.cfm?site=4130. Marie, 21 from St. Ignace, 18 compounds. Additionally, the data gathered While some pollutants are is entered into the Air Quality from Munising, 17 from Hessel, produced by Earth’s natural System Database and used by the 17 from Naubinway, 16 from processes (volcanoes, forest government to make designations Manistique, 15 from Marquette fires), the majority of pollutants on the national ambient air qual- and seven from Newberry. The are generated by human activ- ity standards. From the data, each survey had three questions, all ity. Pollutants are classified by pollutant measured at the station multiple-choice. Respondents whether they travel or stay in is identified as attainment and could circle as many as they place. Mobile sources, such as nonattainment based on whether liked, though some surveys the various forms of transporta- or not they exceed secondary did not have all the questions tion, contribute to air emission and primary emissions standards. answered. through the combustion and The contract outlines the involve- A few caveats about these evaporation of fuel which releas- ment of the Inter-Tribal Council results. First, the survey was es volatile organic compounds, of Michigan, Inc. Environmental informal in nature. It did not fol- nitrogen oxides and carbon Services Department (ITCMI low rigorous sampling methods monoxide into the air. Stationary ESD), the Sault Ste Marie Tribe (e.g., random selection, repre- sources, such as power plants of Chippewa Indians and the sentative sample sets). Secondly, and manufacturing facilities, emit Bay Mills Indian Community, because there was no stress on pollutants through the combus- who then work alongside ensuring representative sample tion of fuels or losses of pollut- the Michigan Department of sets, the respondents are almost ants through the various stages of Environmental Quality. all elders. This was the intent the manufacturing processes. Originally, neither of the of traveling to elder meetings, All these forms of pollution tribes’ environmental depart- but the survey was generated to release toxic components causing ments had enough capacity to gather information on the gen- both health and environmental perform monitoring operations eral attitude towards the tribe’s effects. Air pollutants predomi- and the collaboration effort with wetlands as well. For that reason, nantly affect the respiratory sys- the ITCMI ESD involved primar- the survey will now be available tem, because particulate matter ily the reporting of ITCMI ESD for other tribal members to share and gaseous pollutants interfere to interested groups. However, their input. with the ability of the lungs to in recent years, both tribes have The Environmental exchange oxygen and carbon further developed environmental Department will be attending the dioxide leading to respiratory departments, increasing their Sault powwow, Frogfest and the diseases and heart and circula- ability to contribute to the air Sugar Island Powwow. Interested tory system complications. Other monitoring efforts. The ITCMI tribal members can contribute health effects of toxic pollutants ESD hopes to further the tribe’s their thoughts and take the survey include cancer, and immune sys- involvement by dividing duties tem, neurological, reproductive between the tribes and increasing and developmental problems. their capacity to contribute. Pollutant damage to ecosystems The Sault Tribe’s involve- includes acid rain, the green- ment this summer involves a house effect, depletion of the college intern participating in the Odenaang upper atmospheric ozone layer, maintenance of the ambient air smog (including ground level quality monitoring station and ozone) and decreased visibility. analysis of station data. Intern trees Of major concern in many Hayley Moen, is funded by the parts of the tribal service area Institute for Tribal Environmental is smog and ozone formation. Professionals. She will be work- Smog is formed when oxides ing with ITCMI to help operate planted of nitrogen and volatile organic the air monitoring station at compounds produced by fossil LSSU, and relaying the informa- fuel combustion react in the pres- tion to the tribal community. ence of sunlight to produce other Moen will also collaborate toxic chemicals, known as sec- with the EPA on the New Source ondary pollutants. Ozone is the Review to identify emission main contributor to smog and can levels of small pollution sources damage agriculture and forests within the reservation boundar- and cause human health impacts. ies. She will monitor each source Ozone also contributes to global for carbon monoxide, nitrogen warming as it prevents the escape oxides, sulfur dioxide, particu- of solar radiation reflected by the late matter, fluorides and sulfur planet. compounds and verify that they Photos by Brenda Austin These issues became a con- are within the limits of pollutant Nathan Freitas (above), Tesha Zimmerman, Tammy cern of the Chippewa County emissions designated by the EPA. Tremblay, Kathie Brosemer, Cyrstal Bole and community in the 1990s, which Possible sources include Joe McKerchie, from the tribe’s Environmental led to the installation of the small operations not previously Department, and Ken Garlinghouse from Sault Tribe ambient air monitoring station at regulated, such as gas stations, Housing Authority, recently planted 2,000 trees (white Lake Superior State University. printers, construction companies, spruce, serviceberry, highbush cranberry, ninebark, The equipment was purchased restaurants, auto repair shops and bur oak and red maple) at the tribe’s Odenaang through a grant funded by the other facilities and businesses. housing site to act as windbreaks. They will be plant- US Environmental Protection Moen will relay what she ing another 2,000 in September. The Environmental Agency through the Clean Air learns from both the New Source Department would like to thank the Housing Dept. Act. The purpose of the station Review and the ambient air (Joanne and Kenny), Chief Bob Marchand from was to provide the public and the monitoring station to the tribal Law Enforcement, Frank’s Place, Dreamcatcher’s governments with information community through powwow Restaurant, LSSU’s Dr. Merkel and Sault Tribe about the area’s air quality. Under booths, newspaper articles and an Traditional Food’s Connie Watson for their donations the Clean Air Act, the station outreach event at the end of the and help. The windbreaks will help reduce winds and monitors for ozone, particulate summer with the overall goal of erosion, create habitat for wildlife and add aesthetic matter, haze and weather data informing the community about value. The trees were purchased from the Chippewa/ such as wind speed, other wind the air we are breathing. East Mackinac Conservation District. July 20, 2012 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Election 2012 Page 31

Aaron Payment makes remarks after taking the oath of office.

Community members join Bawating Drum in the Sault Tribe honor song.

Photos by Jennifer Dale-Burton Sault Tribe’s July 9 ceremony installed Sault Tribe Chairman Aaron Payment, Sault Tribe Unit 1 Directors Cathy Abramson, Dennis McKelvie and Jennifer McLeod, Unit 2 Director Lana Causley, Unit 3 Director Bridgett Sorenson and Unit 4 Director Darcy Marrow. Three drums came out to participate in the ceremony. The event was held in the Sault Kewadin Grand Ballroom, packed with tribal members from all over the EUP and beyond. At left, Unit II Director Lana Causley swears her oath of Three generations — Unit 1 Director Denise Chase, daughter and fel- office. The election count took place in the same room low director Darcy Marrow along with the next generation. the week before. Below, Joy Lewis unexpectedly throws herself with excitement when Aaron Payment’s victory was announced. Below, at bottom, retired Unit 5 Director Vic Matson Sr. and current Unit V Director Joan Carr Anderson attend the installation ceremony.

The next generation — Unit 1 Director Cathy Abramson and her granddaughters.

Photo by Nathan Wright

Meeting of the minds — Unit 2 Rep Catherine Hollowell and fresh- men Unit 1 Director Jennifer McLeod.

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