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WASHINGTON — To- and other essential workers – strains, forcing many to make safety personnel responding to Insufficient federal aid and day, the U.S. Department of and to help small businesses untenable choices between the crisis; state and local austerity under the Treasury announced the reopen safely,” said Secretary laying off educators, fire- • Address negative eco- similar fiscal pressures dur- launch of the Coronavirus Janet L. Yellen. “There are fighters, and other frontline nomic impacts caused by the ing the Great Recession and State and Local Fiscal Re- no benefits to enduring two workers or failing to provide public health emergency, its aftermath undermined and covery Funds, established by historic economic crises in a services that communities rely including by rehiring public slowed the nation’s broader the American Rescue Plan 13-year span, except for one: on. Since the beginning of this sector workers, providing aid recovery. The steps the Biden Act of 2021, to provide $350 We can improve our policy- crisis, state and local govern- to households facing food, Administration has taken to billion in emergency funding making. During the Great ments have cut over 1 million housing or other financial aid state, local, territorial, and for state, local, territorial, and Recession, when cities and jobs. insecurity, offering small busi- Tribal governments will cre- Tribal governments. Treasury states were facing similar The Coronavirus State and ness assistance, and extending ate jobs and help fuel a strong also released details on the revenue shortfalls, the federal Local Fiscal Recovery Funds support for industries hardest recovery. And support for ways funds can be used to government didn’t provide provide substantial flexibility hit by the crisis communities hardest-hit by respond to acute pandemic- enough aid to close the gap. for each jurisdiction to meet • Aid the communities this crisis can help undo racial response needs, fill revenue That was an error. Insufficient local needs—including sup- and populations hardest hit inequities and other dispari- shortfalls among state and relief meant that cities had to port for households, small by the crisis, supporting an ties that have held too many local governments, and sup- slash spending, and that aus- businesses, impacted indus- equitable recovery by address- places back for too long. port the communities and terity undermined the broader tries, essential workers, and ing not only the immediate For an overview of the populations hardest-hit by the recovery. With today’s an- the communities hardest-hit harms of the pandemic, but its Coronavirus State and Local COVID-19 crisis. Eligible nouncement, we are charting by the crisis. Within the cat- exacerbation of longstanding Fiscal Recovery Funds pro- state, territorial, metropolitan a very different – and much egories of eligible uses listed, public health, economic and gram including an expanded city, county, and Tribal gov- faster – course back to pros- recipients have broad flexibil- educational disparities use of eligible uses, see the ernments will be able to ac- perity.” ity to decide how best to use • Provide premium pay fact sheet released today. For cess funding directly from the While the need for services this funding to meet the needs for essential workers, offering additional details on the state, Treasury Department in the provided by state, local, terri- of their communities. 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Continued from Page 1 feel like I’m giving something how her relationships have plinary membership” includes rections officers, social ser- effects of alcohol and drug back to the recovery commu- changed for the better. judges, prosecutors, defense vice caseworkers, and other abuse in Indian country.” The nity.” He added, “I feel that it She said she hopes her attorneys, court administra- stakeholders in the field of report also cited that the arrest gives me a voice. Gives me a story can give hope to oth- tors, treatment providers, treatment courts. rate among Native Americans sense of purpose.” ers who may be working probation and community cor- for alcohol-related offenses is Decorah will share her story their way through a treatment more than double that found of her road to recovery during court. among other races, and that the WATCP panel discussion. WATCP is a professional tribes that year reported more She plans to speak about what organization representing the cases involving prescription led her to addiction, how interests of treatment courts in drug, methamphetamine and the Family Wellness Court Wisconsin. WATCP’s website inhalant abuse. program has helped her, and states that its “multidisci- Decorah organized a local chapter of PROSPERITY in Recovery in Black River Falls in 2019 and serves as one of the group’s leaders. The pur- pose of the organization is to provide support and encour- agement for people who are in “purpose driven recovery” and offer structure through fellowship-based activities. John Dick, president of PROSPERITY in Recovery in Black River Falls, said the group has helped members gain confidence in taking leadership roles within the community, team building, fundraising, event planning, and budgeting. “We’ve also gained experi- ence collaborating with vari- ous organizations within the community and surrounding areas,” Dick said. Ho-Chunk Nation tribal member Karie Decorah Project Coordinator Robert Mann from the Healing to Ryan Dick, vice president of graduated from the Family Wellness Court in 2017. Wellness Court presented a blanket to Karie Decorah the group, said being involved She shared her road to recovery story during the and offered words of encouragement after the panel in the organization “makes me WATCP panel discussion. discussion concluded. May 14, 2021 NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENTS PAGE 3 Continued from Page 1 all directions,” said Stevens, a Radisson,” he said of the large are) kind of a regular thing in Nation, the Ashwaubenon is connected to a conference citizen of the Oneida Nation. law enforcement presence. this country.” and Green Bay communities, center and casino operated Jawad Yatim, a witness, said “Oneida Nation police and The tribe issued a statement and all those affected by this by the Oneida Nation on the he saw at least two people law enforcement from sur- on May 2 that reads, “The tragedy.” western side of Green Bay, shot. rounding municipalities mu- Oneida Nation is deeply sad- The Oneida tribe’s reserva- with the casino tweeting that “I know for sure two, be- nicipalities immediately set dened and heartbroken by the tion lies on the west side of an active shooter was on the cause it happened right next up a perimeter and kept ev- tragic shooting. Our heartfelt the Green Bay area. The tribe scene. to us, literally right next to erybody safe,” Stevens said. condolences are extended to is one of 11 that operate casi- According to Delain, Po- us,” Yatim said. “But he was “Our prayers go out to those all the loved ones of the vic- nos in the state. fahl’s employment was termi- shooting pretty aggressively families, employees and pa- tims. Oneida is grateful for all According to the Oneida nated earlier this year and he in the building, so I wouldn’t trons who were affected by condolences, support and en- Nation’s Twitter account, the was barred from entering the doubt him hitting other peo- this trauma,” he added. couraging messages we have main casino and the Irene property. At least one employ- ple.” Oneida Chairman Tehassi received.” Moore Activity Center will ee also had a restraining order Yatim said the shooting be- Hill told WLUK-TV on Sun- Gov. Tony Evers issued a be closed until further notice. against Pofahl but Delain did gan in a casino restaurant. day that he was in “disbe- statement late Saturday saying Other casino locations open not provide details. “We got the hell out of lief” and called the shooting he was “devastated” to hear Sunday at 8 a.m. The attack happened around there, thank God we’re OK, “scary.” He said the tribe pro- about the shooting. Neither the victims nor the 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Pofahl but obviously we wish the hibits firearms on its proper- “Our hearts, thoughts, and gunman were citizens of the entered the restaurant and best for everybody who’s ties but that “(mass shootings support go out to the Oneida Oneida Nation. walked immediately to the been shot,” he said. waiters station where he Attorney General Josh Kaul opened fire. There were about tweeted shortly before 10 p.m. 50 patrons in the restaurant at that the scene was “contained. JOIN THE TEAM THAT SAVES LIVES the time of the shooting. There is no longer a threat to “That complex is a busy the community.” place; there were several hun- Gambler Max Westphal said The State Patrol is now hiring! dred people in various loca- he was standing outside after tions,” Delain said. being evacuated for what he Protecting and Serving for 80 years A wedding reception was thought was a minor issue. taking place in the conference “All of a sudden we hear a center at the time of the shoot- massive flurry of gunshots — Ready to begin a rewarding career ing. Many people barricaded 20 to 30 gunshots for sure,” as a state trooper or inspector? themselves inside the building Westphal told WBAY-TV. according to Delain. “We took off running towards • No law enforcement experience required Ernie Stevens Jr. chairman the highway ... There had to and spokesperson for the have been 50 cop cars that • Six months paid training at the State Patrol National Indian Gaming As- came by on the highway. It Academy sociation told Indian Country was honestly insane.” Today he and his wife were Pawlak said authorities • Excellent health and retirement benefits on their way to the restaurant called for a “tactical alert” in the Radisson Hotel when after receiving the report of an • Take home vehicle the shooting occurred. active shooter. That “brings “We had to get out of the every agency from around • New hires have five years to earn the way, police were coming from the area to the casino, to the required 60 college credits • Must pass physical readiness, medical and psychological tests, background investigation and interview • State Patrol career opportunities: K-9 officers CMV inspectors Drone/aircraft pilots Crash reconstruction experts Dignitary protection SWAT team Honor guard Human trafficking/ drug interdiction Application deadline: July 9, 2021

The Oneida Casino lights glow in the parking lot in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 2nd, 2021, near Green Bay, Wisconsin. Authorities in Wisconsin say a gunman killed two people at a Green Bay casino restaurant and seriously wounded a third before he was shot and killed by police Saturday. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

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trian and Organically Caroline “Tweeter” Black- Wisconsin the daughter of certified Belted Galloway deer, age 67 of Baraboo, Alvin and Marjorie (Brush) Cattle Ranch. He loved Wisconsin walked on Satur- Blackdeer. She graduated participating in events such day, May 8, 2021. from Holmen High School as Spirit Rides, Wozahwa Funeral services will be in 1970 and later attended Days parades and various held Tuesday, May 11, 2021 MATC in Madison, Wis- trail riding activities with at 10:00 a.m. at the Native consin and received her Ho-Chunk Nation tribal American Church, N881 LPN certification. Lately members and friends of the Highway 12, Wisconsin she has been working as ranch. Bill enjoyed con- Dells with Gregory Black- a master artisan crafter. structing leather horse tack, coon officiating. Burial will Caroline always had a smile, collecting bows, knives, be at Decorah Cemetery was loving and kind. She William Hopinkah guns and anything equine. near Black River Falls. was a wonderful mother, Caroline is survived by walked on peacefully on He also enjoyed cruising Visitation will be held at the grandmother and great her sons, Dennis, Ian and Saturday April 24th 2021 around Amish country Native American Church on grandmother. She also had a Jalen; daughters, Ellen, at 4:30am while at Gunder- and relaxing in his favor- Monday beginning at 3 p.m. favorite drum group whom Danielle, Natalie, Adrianne sen Health Systems of La ite recliner watching old until the time of services on she dearly admired named and Stefanie; sisters, Barba- Crosse WI. westerns. His greatest love Tuesday. the HoChunk Station sing- ra Blackdeer Mackenzie and William (Bill) was born in life was his children, Caroline was born July ers, comprised of her grand- Patricia Lowe and 24 grand- in Black River Falls on grandchildren, and hanging 27, 1953 in LaCrosse, children. children. She was preceded May 3rd in 1951 to Conrad out under a shade tree with in death by her parents. Hopinkah and Marjorie his beloved wife and canine Elaine Blackdeer. He was companions. married to Patricia L. Bill is survived by his Hopinkah October 10th wife Patricia, daughter Ju- 2010. He was raised by lia, sons William Jr., Doug, Michelle Renee De Cora Jerry and Joan Berard in and Dominic, brother Boye Hayward Wisconsin where Ladd Sr. sisters Linda Dec 10, 1959 – May 5, 2021 he graduated from High Hopinkah, Kathy Hannon, School. Karen Hopinkah-Ramberg, Michelle Renee De Cora, employment in various posi- As a child Bill always Kimberly Elmgreen, and a breast cancer survivor and tion ranging from Executive aspired to one day be a many beautiful nieces, a longtime resident of La- Director of Personnel, to cowboy. His life’s journey nephews and grandchil- Crosse, WI, passed May 5, Youth Center Coordinator. to that end included playing dren. 2021 due to COVID related Her most recent role within guitar in a band, competing Bill was preceded in complications at the age of the tribal government was as in the World Champion- death by his father Conrad, 61. the Contract Administrator ship log rolling finals, rid- mother Marjorie, grand- Michelle was born in for the Ho-Chunk Nation ing his Harley, pow-wow parents Abel and Allie Baraboo, WI on December Department of Justice. hoop dancing, enlistment Hopinkah (paternal) and 10, 1959 to Blanche Black- Michelle was an avid in the United States Marine Harold and Nellie Black- coon and Kenneth De Cora, Packer fan, and never Corp, 14 years as a BIA deer (maternal), brother Sr. She grew up in Fairchild, stopped being a diehard sup- Federal Marshall, bronc Ashley Conrad Decorah, WI and later moved to Eau porter of Brett Favre. She raucous sense of humor and and bull dogging on the and daughter Marjorie Claire, WI after graduating loved to take road trips, fish, rodeo circuit, and ten plus Hopinkah. was often seen throwing high school in 1978. visit a lot of her extended her head back in a good old years over the rode in an Meal will be at Bluew- She worked briefly for her family all over the country, 18-wheeler. ing Community Building fashioned native woman uncle in Hollywood, FL sell- spend time with her grand- laugh. She loved reminisc- Bill eventually settled at 6pm Monday April 26th ing hand crafted jewelry on kids, shake dice and play into his life’s passion as the 2021. Coulee Region Cre- ing with family about the the beach. Upon returning to card games, read and watch relatives that had already Manager (“Trail Boss”) of mation Group is assisting Wisconsin, she gave birth to horror books and movies Whirling Thunder Eques- the family. journeyed home to be with her daughter Amanda. She (She was a huge fan of Ste- the creator whom she longed would reside in Eau Claire phen King), go to casinos, to see again. until 1983 when she relo- and planning her next craft When it came to family, cated to Black River Falls, project. Michelle didn’t require a WI. While in Black River Michelle is survived by blood tie. She often created Kathleen Vaughn Funmaker Falls, she gave birth to her her children: Amanda Rose family wherever she went. son, Shane, and she enjoyed De Cora (Andrew Learn) Whether it was a hair dress- January 15, 1990 - April 27, 2021 working as a teacher at the and Shane (Siobhann) Davis er who she clicked with, Sand Pillow Head Start. Her Steindorf; her grandchil- or a bartender at her favor- former students would still dren: Mira “Vic” Heintz, ite watering hole she had greet her with hugs when- Lily Rose Davis, and Owen Kathleen Vaughn Fun- friends that were as close as ever they saw her. Michelle Robert Lafky-Allen; her family. Many of her sons’ maker passed away April then relocated to her ad- best friends: Kimberly 27, 2021. She was born best friends called her mom, opted “forever” hometown “Huspin” Grensing and and she considered them her January 15, 1990 in La in 1987 - LaCrosse, WI. She Juanita Thompson; her Crosse, WI to Shari Jo own children. If you knew then began her journey into brothers: Jason Blackcoon, Michelle and didn’t know Pettibone and Nelson Fun- Higher Education by start- Jeff Smith, Kenneth De maker. She graduated from any of this about her, she ing at Western Wisconsin Cora, Jr., Frank De Cora, probably didn’t like you. Black River Falls High Technical College in an Howard De Cora; her sis- School in 2008. A graveside service will Early Childhood Develop- ters: Kimberly Waukau, be held at Trempealeau Kathleen loved her chil- ment Program due in part Kimberly Cloud, and Lyra dren with all her heart. Cemetery on Saturday May to her passion of working Blackcoon; and countless 8, 2021 at Noon. There will She would do anything for with children. She then close Ho-Chunk kin; and them. She liked listening to be a celebration of life at transferred the University of numerous friends. the residence of Amanda various genres of music. A Wisconsin-LaCrosse where Michelle was amazingly favorite band of hers was De Cora following. We are ternal grandparents Gavin she would eventually major stubborn and often blunt, strongly encouraging social the Dixie Chicks. and graduate with a Bach- but usually for the good of She loved the outdoors and Vaughn Pettibone and distancing and that any who paternal grandparents Ken- elor of Science in Business. the person she was dealing attend to wear masks (we and hanging out with fam- While attending college, and with. She was the founding ily and friends. She enjoyed neth Funmaker, Sr. and will supply masks as well). Ruby Funmaker. after graduating, she worked member and President of Those attending the celebra- playing volleyball, kickball, for the Office of Minority the infamous “Mean Girls and watching softball. Visitation for Kathleen tion afterwards are asked will be held from 10:30 Affairs and sat on several Club”. She left a huge vac- to bring lawn chairs. Those Kathleen is survived committees. Her work at the uum in the ranks of the club by her children, Lyniah, a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on who enjoy adult beverages Friday, April 30, 2021 University led to an interest and a power struggle is sure are encouraged to bring the Cashis, Taylor, Kendrick, in Higher Education and she to ensue. She was outspoken and Nola; her brother at the Funmaker home, fixings for Michelle’s favor- W8880 Decorah Road, completed her course work in her participation in tribal ite refreshments and anyone Devin Funmaker, and her for her Master’s Degree in politics to the point that she sister Evelyn Funmaker. Black River Falls. A grave- who imbibes are welcome side burial service officiat- Student Affairs. She then was convinced, on multiple to bring a tent and stay the She was preceded in focused on being of service occasions, that there was an death by her mother Shari ed by Roberta Decorah will night. take place following visita- to the Ho-Chunk Nation actual black list and she was Jo Pettibone and her father and began her long road of on it. Michelle had the most Nelson Funmaker. Her ma- tion at Decorah Cemetery. May 14, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS PAGE 5 Judith Ann Thundercloud Patricia Gale (Climer) Boyles March 13, 1943 - April 23, 2021 July 7, 1947 - April 27, 2021 Patricia Gale (Climer) ing family meals. She also Hinųk Horoğocuirįga Boyles, age 73 of Black enjoyed movies and playing River Falls, passed away on Yahtzee. “Woman Looking at Them” Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Patricia is survived by Gundersen Health Systems her children, Wesley “Bud” Judith Ann Hopinkah in La Crosse, WI. She was Boyles, Renice “Beth” Thundercloud walked on born July 7, 1947 to Harry Craven-Steele (Gregory Ste- surrounded by the love Straight and Suzie Climer in venson), Carly and Ted Yel- and prayers of family and Black River Falls, WI. lowCloud; grandchildren, friends. Following High School, April Pierce, Payge Zamar- Judith Ann was born Patricia earned her Bachelor ripa, Ralph Pierce, Russell in Black River Falls to of Science degree in Nurs- Walker, Anthony Walker, Gretchen Youngthunder and ing. She loved being a nurse Christopher YellowCloud 2021 at Buswell Funeral Benjamin Hopinkah. She and caring for others. She and Bentley Boyles; brother was raised by Alice Black- Home in Black River Falls was awarded the Nurse of Gary (Millie) Climer; sister with Clayton Winneshiek of- deer Hopinkah and Charles the Year Award by the Na- Betty (Joe) Conley; her Aunt Edward Hopinkah and grew ficiating. Burial will follow tive American Indian Nurses Bertha Thompson and spe- in the Decorah Cemetery. up on Box Factory Hill on Association (NAINA). cial friend/significant other Winnebago Road in Black Visitation will take place Patricia was proud of Kevin Monfort. from on Thursday from 3:30 River Falls. She attended her heritage and appreci- She was preceded in death Pleasant View School be- p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and one ated learning about geneal- by her husband, Wesley hour prior to the service on fore attending Royal High emonies. ogy. She was active within Boyles; her son, Christopher School in Kendall, WI. She is survived by chil- Friday, both at the Funeral the native community and Craven; granddaughter, Home. During her high school dren Nehomah (Victor loved socializing with fam- Lori Pierce; father, Harry years, Judith Ann lived with Pucel) Thundercloud, Mark The Buswell Funeral ily and friends. She was Straight; mother, Suzie Home of Black River Falls her foster parents, Willard (Wendy) Thundercloud; a member of the Red Hat Climer; and sister, Jeanie “Curley” and Rose Parish. grandchildren Joshua is serving the family, (715) Society and also used to do Climer. 284-2231. On-line condo- Judith Ann worked as (Chelsie Shilts) Thunder- stand-up comedy. Patricia Funeral Services for Pa- the office secretary for the cloud, Jamyn (Tarrin St. lences may be offered at was a great cook, always tricia will be held at 12:00 www.buswellfh.com. Winnebago United Church Germaine) Thundercloud, trying new recipes and shar- p.m. on Friday, April 30, of Christ, for the Jackson Zayta (Kelly Caputo) County Human Services in Thundercloud, Kamryn the Neighbor Program, and Thundercloud; siblings as an original employee at Marlene Hopinkah, Ben RD the Black River Falls Wal- Hopinkah, Loretta (Steve 3 ANNUAL NATIVE ART Mart. Judith Ann retired Kysley) Hopinkah, Charles from the Ho-Chunk Nation (Janelle) Hopinkah Sr., Far- Department of Social Ser- rell Eagleman, Toni Eagle- MARKETPLACE vices as an Elder Benefit man II, Henrietta Girton, Specialist. and numerous nieces and An Invitational Native Art Showcase & on-going collaboration of the Driftless Historium and Little Eagle Arts Foundation (LEAF) Judith Ann was Elvis nephews. Everyone called Presley’s #1 Fan! She trav- her Nani (mother) or Gaga eled greatly to see many (grandmother). JUNE 5 & 6, 2021 different Elvis tribute artists She is preceded in death from around the world in by husband Raymond Graceland (13 times) and Thundercloud; children to Las Vegas (5 times). She Kirby Thundercloud, lovingly brought her love Zachary Thundercloud; of Elvis to Jackson County parents Gretchen and Oli- when she hosted 6 fund- ver Eagleman, Benjamin raising events to benefit Hopinkah; grandparents the Black River Memo- Alice Blackdeer Hopinkah, rial Hospice and Jackson Charles Hopinkah; siblings County Volunteer Interfaith Verna “Lori” Rieder, Ida Caregivers showcasing El- Marie Hopinkah, Har- vis tribute artists. The first riett “Kitty” Hopinkah, were held in her back yard Cheryl Hopinkah, Jeanette but were moved to Lunda Hopinkah, Colleen Serlin, Park and Lunda Theater. Leanne Eagleman, Oliver Over the years she col- Eagleman Jr., Thomas lected and was given Elvis Eagleman, Brady Eagle- memorabilia which are lov- Join us for this unique event with virtual and in-person options. man, Brady Eagleman I, ingly displayed in her very Tony Eagleman I, Winfield Featured artists: Kimberly Crowley (Ho-Chunk), Dawn Dark Mountain (Oneida), Wade Fernandez own Elvis Room. Eagleman (Menominee), Elliott Funmaker and family (Ho-Chunk), Karen Ann Hoffman (Oneida), Bill Quackenbush Judith Ann had a giving Donations can be made in (Ho-Chunk), Christopher Sweet (Ho-Chunk/White Earth Ojibway), Brian Szabo (Sicangu Lakota), Melanie heart and spent many hours, Judith Ann’s name to Jack- Tallmadge Sainz (Ho-Chunk), Jennifer White Eagle (Ho-Chunk), and Leah Winneshiek (Ho-Chunk) days, and weekends volun- son County Project Christ- teering her time and energy mas, Black River Memorial To attend Saturday’s Virtual programs Sunday’s Virtual programs to community organiza- Hospice, or Jackson County tions: Black River Youth Volunteer Interfaith Care- virtual events: 10am – Music & Dance 10am - Encore presentation, Music & Hockey, Job’s Daughters, Pre-registration via email Presentation with Elliott Funmaker Presentation with Elliott Funmaker givers. by 5/30 is required. and family (Ho-Chunk) and family (Ho-Chunk) Children’s Miracle Net- “Until we meet again, To register, send an email 11am – Virtual Artist Visit with Dawn 11am – Virtual presentation, Voices and work, Jackson County Proj- may God bless you as he to Dark Mountain (Oneida) Values of My Ancestors by Janice Rice ect Christmas, Black River has blessed me.” ~ Elvis Native.Art.Marketplace@ Noon - Live from Maawakacak Art (Ho-Chunk) gmail.com Studio & art market Noon - Live from Maawakacak Art Hospice, Jackson County Presley Include “Register Me” in 1pm – Virtual flute presentation Studio & art market Volunteer Interfaith Care- “Whatever I will become subject line with Bill Quackenbush (Ho-Chunk) 1pm - Virtual Storytelling presentation 2pm - Virtual Music Performance with with Karen Ann Hoffman (Oneida) givers, Winnebago United Call will be what God has cho- (608) 437-6486 for Wade Fernandez (Menominee) 2pm - Virtual artist visit with Christopher Church of Christ Youth Red sen for me.” ~ Elvis Presley more information. Sweet (Ho-Chunk/White Earth Ojibway) Arrow. She was a member Funeral Services for Ju- of the Veterans of Foreign dith will be Monday April

Wars Auxiliary along with 26, 2021 at 12-noon at To attend the This program is made possible through being a charter member and the Thundercloud Home, in-person market: the generous support from our donors Lifetime Member of the W8851 Decorah Road. and sponsors: Saturday, 10am - 5pm Andrew Blackhawk Ameri- Burial will follow the ser- Sunday, 10am - 4pm Wisconsin Humanities Council can Legion Auxiliary. vices in the Decorah Cem- Judith Ann had great A showcase of award-winning Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison etery. Friends may call on Native artists from Wisconsin! memories of casino hop- the family during a Visita- Our driveway/entrance is located on Donors and friends of ping with friends, elder tion, at the Thundercloud Hwy 12 directly across the highway Driftless Historium, field trips with the Ho- Home, Monday morning from Citco, Village of Bluffview. Mount Horeb, WI Chunk Nation Tribal Ag- 7551 US 12, North Freedom, WI 53951 & from 10:00 AM to 12-noon. Little Eagle Arts Foundation ing, sewing traditional The Buswell Funeral Free parking. Masks are required (LEAF), Ho-Chunk clothing for her Home, 106 S. Second St., indoors. Visit LEAF’s website and Wisconsin Dells, WI fb event page for more information: children and family, along in Black River Falls is as- www.littleeaglearts.org Thank you for supporting the arts! with being head cook at sisting the Family (715) (608) 253-4142 traditional Ho-Chunk cer- 284-2231. PAGE 6 ANNOUNCEMENTS Ma\ hi\tawus hi wira 14, 2021

Join Us A Community Forum on Dementia: Impacting the Native American Community

Join us for this special session focused on the Wisconsin Native American Communities and dementia. Learn about: Alzheimer’s, dementia and memory loss in the Native American Community Alzheimer's Association resources and services An open discussion will follow the presentation to better understand: How the Alzheimer's Association can expand the reach of local programs and services How the Alzheimer's Association can engage more people in your community

Special Guest

Dr. Megan Zuelsdorff

Dr. Zuelsdorff is an Assistant Professor in the UW-Madison School of Nursing and the lead investigator on the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center's Stress and Resilience in May 18 Dementia (STRIDE) study. 10:00-11:00 a.m. In her research, she partners with communities across the RSVP at bit.ly/alzcf518 state to explore how our social or 800.272.3900 environments and experiences get "under the skin" to shape brain health and dementia risk in Delivered: Online/Phone later life.

Designed for any member of Wisconsin's Native You will receive connection information American community, personally or professionally. after you register.

www.alz.org/wi 24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900 May 14, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS PAGE 7

IS YOUR WISCONSIN UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIM ON AN IDENTITY HOLD? For anyone filing for unemployment and your claim has an identity hold on it, please call unemployment #608-618-7100. This number is for this purpose only! Thank you, Stacie Decorah Unemployment Insurance Specialist Ho-Chunk Nation Personnel Department

August 7th & 8th Saturday & Sunday BROWN FAMILY 22nd Annual Reunion Family – Food – Fun

Swimming – Cards – Horseshoes – Auction Bring a dish to pass – Meat provided Blackhawk Park, DeSoto, WI. Questions call – Fran Littlewolf 715-297-4239 or Lee Brown – 715-299-4417 PAGE 8 ANNOUNCEMENTS / HEALTH Ma\ hi\tawus hi wira 14, 2021

port to partners, as needed. Experience • Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors to build and main- • Five or more years working in a leadership role with manage- tain funder relationships, including writing plans and reports, ment duties that include directing, coaching, evaluating, devel- attending meetings and calls, and providing updates and post oping, and leading others. program results. • Experience creating and implementing strategic communications • Manage media vendor and consultant relationships, including programs to advance business objectives. voter registration and election protection programs. • Three years of experience in a community-based organization POSITION DESCRIPTION • Manage a team that coordinates WV digital media plans for coalition campaigns, including Fair Maps, Election Protection, Skills and Abilities Title: Communications Director and Census. • Demonstrated leadership skills including coaching, leading, Reports to: Co-Executive Director’s • Manage team that coordinates programs in conjunction with evaluating, and managing direct and indirect reports. Salary range: $60,000 to $70,000 partners, including Digital Cohort Experiment; build and • Ability to make solid decisions independently. strengthen connection between civic engagement and the art • Ability to meet deadlines, build and cultivate relationships, and community. Who we are? leverage resources to accomplish strategic objectives. Wisconsin Voices envisions a Wisconsin where every person has the • Build Wisconsin Voices’ brand and presence, as the expert in • Exemplary communication skills (both written, verbal, public means, motivation, and freedom to fully participate in a just democracy progressive democracy reform. relations, and presentation) that provides opportunities for all people to thrive. We unify a dynamic Operations • Attention to detail, project management. network of progressive nonprofits in Wisconsin around achieving • Attend and co-lead meetings with other departments and sub- • Ability to prioritize, plan and manage multiple projects concur- shared goals to build a better democracy. We build our partners’ committees, providing communications insight. Onboard caucus rently. capacity, amplify their impact, nurture new leadership, promote racial members and maintain the white caucus library and resources. • Proven ability to develop and maintain meaningful relationships equity, champion transparent policies, and foster civic engagement • Collaborate with Accelerate Change staff to brainstorm and de- with diverse and key stakeholders including effective engage- so that everyone has an equal voice. We help create the conditions brief the state of the project and next steps. for Wisconsinites who share our values to strengthen Wisconsin’s ment with the community. • Collaborate with other leaders to write and edit proposals and democracy for everyone. • Proficient with technology and data management updates to funders. • Impeccable tact, judgment, and experience vetting/verifying • Contribute to overall strategy and direction of WI Voices; ac- Wisconsin Voices plays a unique role in the progressive movement by information. creating the structure to empower organizations in the c3 community tively engage in annual planning process. • Ability to adapt quickly to new environments. through: • Co-create, oversee, and navigate paid strategies, PR, and mar- • Capacity building keting of our app, approving and brainstorming content and • Team player with a desire to collaborate with others. • Ongoing year-round civic engagement targets. • Convening and connecting • Manage communication and digital regrant process, including Working Conditions: rapid digital responses and yearlong programs. Job Conditions/Work Location: The position is based at the Wisconsin • Long-term strategic planning for collective impact Voices Worksite. Remote work is required during COVID, once things • Write RFPs, coordinate receipt, and oversee payment in co- are deemed safe staff will return to working in the office with occasional ordination with other departments. Draft reporting templates POSITION DESCRIPTION remote on-line work, expected. Office space is open, shared, and and coordinate submissions, ensuring templates are approved dynamic. internally. Position Summary: • Write statements, press releases, and advisories. Physical Requirements: The Director--Communications leads the organizational and • Manage relationships with reporters and media; update state- Requires sitting, standing, walking, and using a computer—sometimes programmatic communications strategies of the organization. This wide press list. for long periods of time. Engages in personal and virtual discussions. includes developing, managing, and implementing a variety of media • Facilitate integration and connection of Race Class Narrative There is bending, reaching, stooping, and crouching at times. Lifting, plans, including social and print media. This role consults with, supports, between RCN Midwest and partners. carrying, and pushing of lighter objects up to 10 pounds may be and trains partners on communication strategies. The Director leads the required. departmental team, manages the departmental budget, and supports • Other duties as needed. the structure of all communications. Equipment Used: Key Result Areas: Qualifications: Computers and related components/software, copier/printer/fax/scanner, Leadership & Oversight Education audio-visual equipment, etc. • Create and find opportunities for communications staff to de- • Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, media rela- velop their skills and abilities as leaders and owners. tions or similar field Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] • Provide strategic communications consulting and training sup- Phone calls will not be accepted for this position.

Key Result Areas: Skills and Abilities Data • Able to compile and organize statistical information retrieved and present findings to management • Manage data, reporting, and spreadsheets using Microsoft, Google tools, Catalist, Tableau, and Periscope • Confident problem solving and decision-making skills • Identify external data sources to supplement VAN data, such as • Exceptional communication skills including verbal, written, listen- voting history, polling locations, early voting sites ing, and presentation POSITION DESCRIPTION • As a member of the national data team, build and maintain • Analytical and critical thinking and problem-solving skills shared state and national data infrastructure to support partner • Interpersonal and team skills, including strong customer focus program work, including participating in regular data calls, and Title: Data and Technology Specialist • Able to explain complex, technical information in a nontechnical, Deputy Director of Data & Technology calls understandable manner Reports to: Data Director • Technology skills related to data protection, security procedures Systems and protocols, and system connectivity ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW • Set and oversee training offerings on VAN, tech tools, and re- • Tech savvy with MS Office Suite, database systems, etc. Wisconsin Voices envisions a Wisconsin where every person has the porting • Excellent multitasking and task management skills means, motivation, and freedom to fully participate in a just democracy • Administer, use, train, and support best practices using data that provides opportunities for all people to thrive. We unify a dynamic management and database tools, e.g., Access, SQL, ArcGIS, and Working Conditions: network of progressive nonprofits in Wisconsin around achieving QGIS shared goals to build a better democracy. We build our partners’ • Achieves most backend connectivity with partner committees Job Conditions/Work Location: capacity, amplify their impact, nurture new leadership, promote racial and tools (Apis); approves exports The position is in a clean, standard office setting. Situations vary, equity, champion transparent policies, and foster civic engagement so • Administer, use, train, and support best practices for VAN tools-- including working remotely or in the community, including outside. The that everyone has an equal voice. We help create the conditions for My Voters, My Campaign office space is open, shared, and dynamic. Occasional travel is needed. Wisconsinites who share our values to strengthen Wisconsin’s democracy for everyone. • Identify, champion, and facilitate test and experiment opportuni- ties, assisting staff and partners with same Wisconsin Voices plays a unique role in the progressive movement by Physical Requirements: creating the structure to empower organizations in the c3 community • Seek new tools and applications to enhance the work of other (partner) organizations Requires sitting, standing, walking, and using a computer—sometimes for through: long periods of time. Engages in personal and virtual discussions. There • Manage handheld technology inventory, including tracking as- • Capacity building is bending, reaching, stooping, and crouching at times. Lifting, carrying, signment of same to partners and pushing of lighter objects up to 10 pounds may be required. • Ongoing year-round civic engagement • Engage in and provide feedback on the annual state planning • Convening and connecting process • Long-term strategic planning for collective impact Equipment Used: Qualifications: Computers and related components/software, copier/printer/fax/scanner, audio-visual equipment, etc. Position Summary: Education The Data and Technology Specialist monitors Wisconsin Voices’ data • Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, systems to guarantee security, protection from attacks or breaches, and or statistics or an Associates Degree in computer science and Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] proper arrangement of data. This role gets results independently and as a 4 years’ experience working with, analyzing, and manipulating Phone calls will not be accepted for this position. team member, depending on the volume of data systems. The Specialist data for high level decision making. assists in developing policies, procedures, and protocols; upgrading and installing software, updating hardware and storage equipment, assisting • Experience working with private and sensitive information. Revised 4/23/2021. team members with data-related tasks, and overseeing systems. • Experience in VAN tools-My Voters, My Campaign

How Can I get an appointment for my 1st OR 2nd dose of COVID-19 Vaccine?

 COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments available starting in May every Monday at the House of Wellness Clinic call: 608-355-1240

 COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments available starting in May every Wednesday at the Ho-Chunk Health Care Center call: 715-284-9851

Important Notes:

 Open to any Tribal members/descendants and their household members AND HCN Employees and their house hold members.

 Limited amount of Pfizer vaccine available for youth ages 16-17 years.

 Anyone who received their 1st dose in previous months with the Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Health can call to make an appointment for the 2nd dose. May 14, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS / HEALTH PAGE 9

for monitoring financial reports and expenditures of current grants and Skills and Abilities contracts, and identifying trends associated with over/under expenditure • Strong analytical skillsº and making recommendations to resolve these. • Effective inter-personnel and communications skills In addition, the Finance and Regrants Manager will work with Co- • Flexible, creative, and solution-orientated approach Directors on Fundraising & Marketing, to develop budgets for new • Preparation and review of agreements and contracts, and their opportunities ensuring adequate cost recovery, accuracy, reasonableness administration prior to submission to the donor. The FRGM will coordinate closely with • Basic skills in accounting the Co-Executive Director of Fundraising and Development to address Title: Finance and Regrant Manager potential exceptions imposed by the donor, and to ensure consistency • Strong skills in financial analysis and reporting Reports to: Co-Executive Director’s in agreement administration and support sharing the workload when • Budget development/planning, data consolidation and budget Salary range: $60,762 to $70,765 possible and appropriate. monitoring • Setting up administrative and financial systems for new projects Who we are? Key Results Areas: and programs Wisconsin Voices envisions a Wisconsin where every person has the Duties and Responsibilities • Understanding of audit requirements. means, motivation, and freedom to fully participate in s just democracy • In collaboration with the Co-Executive Director’s prepare agency that provides opportunities for all people to thrive. We unify a dynamic wide budget. • Computer skills (Spread sheets (Excel), Word processing, Power Point etc. network of progressive nonprofits in Wisconsin around achieving • Develops and maintain fiscal policies, procedures and practices shared goals to build a better democracy. We build our partners’ relating to the management of all accounting functions. • Problem solving and training skills. capacity, amplify their impact, nurture new leadership, promote racial • Strong team player, able to develop and maintain effective work- equity, champion transparent policies, and foster civic engagement so • Plans and assesses financial internal controls by understanding organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, and any ing relationships within a distributed and dynamic team, and that everyone has an equal voice. We help create the conditions for with partner organizations. Wisconsinites who share our values to strengthen Wisconsin’s democracy external regulations. for everyone. • Work with fiscal auditors as they request information for the • Strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability independent audit. Make necessary changes based on audit to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization. Wisconsin Voices plays a unique role in the progressive movement by findings. • Ability to manage multiple task and priorities in a time sensitive creating the structure to empower organizations in the c3 community • Program monitoring and reporting, financial management and environment. through: reporting key tasks. • Sensitive to cultural differences and the ability to work effectively • Capacity building • Protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. across different cultural contexts. • Ongoing year-round civic engagement • Provide weekly financial statement to the Co-Executive Direc- • Convening and connecting tor’s. Working Conditions: Job Conditions/Work Location: The position is based at the Wisconsin • Long-term strategic planning for collective impact • Responsible for assessing current re-granting process and make Voices Worksite. Remote work is required during COVID, once things changes to help streamline the process for our partners. Position Description are deemed safe staff will return to working in the office with occasional Summary: • Responsible for all issuance of re-grants, reports and financials. remote on-line work, expected. Office space is open, shared, and This position provides financial and regrants management services to • Point of contact for assigned awards and coordination. dynamic. Private meeting space is limited. the portfolio of grants and contracts that are implemented by Wisconsin • Perform other duties as assigned. Voices with some support to other related donor agreements and Physical Requirements: budgets. This position will also provide similar services to awards and The Finance and Regrant Manager must be able to sit and type for long Qualifications: contracts managed by other partners. This position is responsible for periods of time and engage in in-person and virtual discussion. ensuring effective and timely administration of donor agreements Education/Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting, but any relevant and sub-agreements through the award life cycle; developing an Equipment Used: discipline, science, business, social sciences, social development, understanding of donor requirements and expectations for the Computers, screens, keyboards, copying machine/printer/fax, scanner, international management, public health will be accepted or 3 to agreement; ensuring compliance; and coordinating with program staff, and possibly audio-visual equipment. and others throughout and within partner organizations as appropriate. 5 years’ experience working in the field of finance and regranting The Finance and Regrants Manager (FRGM) is responsible for the management. initial preparation / review, negotiation, due diligence, monitoring • Experience managing US Government and private grants/con- Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and modifications of donor agreements (i.e., regrants) as well as the tracts administration and/or other bilateral/multilateral donor Phone calls will not be accepted for this position. submission of regular reports in collaboration with Data Manager and funding, private corporate, private foundations. Grant writer. In addition, the Finance and Regrant Manager is charged Revised 2/9/2021 with closing out prime and sub-agreements. The FRGM is responsible

agenda in conjunction with all of Wisconsin Voices’ partner organizations. papers and letters for Wisconsin Voices partners. ● Representing Wisconsin Voices in key policy coalitions and coor- Highly qualified candidates will have a deep knowledge of the functions dinated advocacy campaigns. of government at all levels in Wisconsin (with a focus on the Wisconsin ● Cultivating strategic relationships with legislators and otherwise State Legislature) and have knowledge of how the legislative process partnerships to further the Wisconsin Voice’s collaborative mis- works from start to finish, sion and strategic objectives This person should be a long-term relationship builder, able and willing to interact with diverse Black, Brown, and otherwise communities, ● Collaborating with all the departmental leadership and staff of Wisconsin Voices partners, and government officials alike. Wisconsin Voices to coordinate and synergize all of Wisconsin POSITION DESCRIPTION Voices’ organizational efforts as they relate to policy. The candidate should be highly collaborative and able to work Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Title: Policy Director symbiotically and effectively with Wisconsin Voices Co-Executive Director • Education Reports to: Co-Executive of Organizational Empowerment leadership and other Wisconsin Voices staff. Bachelors in Political Science or related field AND/OR a demonstrable Salary range: $60,000 to $70,000 equivalent level of experience in political lobbying, policy drafting, and This person should flourish in a fast-paced environment while being analysis. able to communicate clearly to Wisconsin Voices leadership, colleagues, • Experience community partners, and legislators- complex policy issues and 3-5 years of experience working in progressive politics specifically on Who we are objectives. The Policy Director should be highly organized and able to policy. Wisconsin Voices envisions a Wisconsin where every person thrives in lead the planning, tracking, and lobbying efforts of the entire Wisconsin 1-3 years of sustained lobbying experience. True Equity, free from racial, identity, civic and otherwise descrimination. Voices community partner coalition in deep collaboration with their • Skills and Abilities: We unify a dynamic network of progressive nonprofits in Wisconsin partner organization peers. Very high level oral and written communication skills. (in policy and around achieving shared goals not simply to build a better Democracy legislation every word is important) but to build a better Community with our partners for the People we This individual, with the support of their departmental team, should Proficient in the usage of Office Suite, collaboration, lobby tracking, and serve. be able to effectively manage multiple policy issues and projects policy analysis tools. simultaneously, create and edit detailed policy position documents, We help to build our partners’ capacity, amplify their impact, nurture new possess a deep understanding of a broad range of civil liberties and Working Conditions: leadership, promote racial equity, internal and external accountability, and civil rights issues, advocacy strategies, and Wisconsin politics and, most Job Conditions/Work Location: The position is based at the Wisconsin champion progressive policies that will make peoples’ lives better for real importantly, be able to make that knowledge effectual for the people we Voices Worksite, with occasional remote on-line work, expected. Office and not just on paper. We foster civic engagement, not for its own sake serve. space is open, shared and dynamic with periodic interaction with partners but for the sake of truly, actually, bettering the lives of our communities. Duties and Responsibilities: and community members Our Job is to empower our partners to do the absolute best work that ● Convening and facilitating the Wisconsin Voices Collaborative they can possibly do. Policy Partnership Committee. This committee will convene part- Physical Requirements: The Policy Director must be able to sit and type ners and community members from across the state to help cre- Wisconsin Voices plays a unique role in the progressive movement for long periods of time and engage in in-person and virtual discussion. ate and inform the policy initiatives Wisconsin Voices takes on. by creating the structure to empower organizations in the non-profit Equipment Used: Computers, screens, keyboards, copying machine/ ● Developing and implementing a collaborative truly progressive community through: printer/fax, scanner, and possibly audio-visual equipment. (as in making real progress from the community’s perspective) • Deep, Sustained collaboration, capacity building, and incubation legislative strategy as well as a strategizing for non legislative Acknowledgment: of partnerships. policy actions, including policies, guidance, and regulations is- • Continuous direct and indirect community engagement sued by executive agencies. This job description describes the general nature and level of work • Ongoing year-round civic engagement ● Managing and supervising professional staff and contractors en- performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state gaged in legislative and policy advocacy. or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to • Convening and connecting Community and Partners ● Researching and analyzing, in collaboration with our partners, the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related • Long-term strategic, community and partner centric, planning proposed legislation and policies. duties as requested by the Board, Executive Leadership, or otherwise not simply for collective impact but truly progressive sustained staff. All requirements are subject to change over time, and to possible ● Drafting and presenting testimony on legislative and policy pro- positive change. modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. posals before legislative and other government bodies.

Position Summary: ● Drafting new legislation and policies and amendments to existing Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] The Policy Director is responsible for helping to build a progressive, laws and policies Phone calls will not be accepted for this position. community and partner sourced and centered, collaborative policy ● Preparing legislative and policy memoranda, reports, briefing PAGE 10 HEALTH Ma\ hi\tawus hi wira 14, 2021

April 21, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Barbara Brower Communication Specialist 711 West Adams St. Black River Falls, WI 54615 Phone: (715)284-3629 Email: [email protected]

B-Home Services and Supplies Holding Monthly Grief Support Group

Black River Memorial Hospital (BRMH) and B-Home Services and Supplies are offering a new option for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one by hosting a monthly grief support group. Previously, support groups met weekly for six weeks; this new format will be once a month for four consecutive months and may be continued based on community interest. The program will begin Tuesday, May 25, and will be held at B- Home Services and Supplies, 311 County Highway A, Black River Falls. Meetings will run from 3-4:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend; however, registration is required.

Sessions will provide participants the chance to meet and share their stories with others who are feeling the same sense of loss. “In times of grief, people need someone to help them sort out all the feelings they experience,” said Kevin Newell, BRMH Hospice chaplain. “We are here to help in this process by providing tools to help them move forward.”

Face masks will be required, and social distancing and extra sanitizing procedures will be in place. To register, call 715-284-3662.

For more information on activities and services provided at BRMH, visit brmh.net.

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ABOUT BLACK RIVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Black River Memorial Hospital is a not-for-profit 25-bed Critical Access Hospital in west- central Wisconsin offering the best in patient care since 1968. Key services available include family medicine and behavioral health clinic, emergency care, infusion center, rehabilitation, obstetrics, transitional care, surgical services, respiratory care, and wound care center. Also offered are home-based services, a retail home medical equipment store, and much more. BRMH is one of the largest employers in the area employing over 360 staff and providers in addition to visiting specialists in more than 20 specialties.

711 West Adams Street, Black River Falls, WI 54615 | 715.284.5361 | brmh.net May 14, 2021 HEALTH / ADS PAGE 11

U HCN HEALTH WELLNESS DI. HĮTAW S HII W http://health.ho-chunk.com/ Ą th Dryi IIR Ą y: Ear ng Moo A M Ma n BISON & MOR BURRS

Ingredients 1 pound ground bison 8 ounces morels or other (Buffalo/Bion) mushrooms, finely diced 1 egg 1-5 cloves garlic, minced OR garlic powder OR diced ramps pepper salt, to taste

Steps 1. Mix together bison, mushrooms, ABOUT egg, garlic or ramps, pepper and salt. Céexjį, also known as American buffalo 2. Shape into 4, 1/2 inch thick patties. or species Bison bison, is a very lean and nutritious source of protein. 3. Grill, or fry in a small amount of oil, Because it is so lean, bison has less flipping occasionally. Cook until calories than beef. burgers reach 160 degrees F. As with many meats, the nutrition depends on the cut of meat and if it Nutrition 1 serving 1/4 of recipe, made without salt or oil: was fully grass-fed or grain-finished, Calories: 217 Total Fat: 11 g An example of a 3 ounce grass-fed Saturated Fat: 4 g bison burger is 152 Calories, 7g fat, 3g Total Carbohydrate: 4 g Dietary Fiber: 0.5 g saturated fat, and 60mg cholesterol. Protein: 27 g Sodium: 10 mg Iron: 4 mg PREPARING

Because it is a lean meat, it can For more Information overcook easily: slow cooking, braising Contact a HCN Registered or stewing are great options for bison meat. Dietitian/ Nutritionist: Ground bison should be cooked to 160 BRF, TOMAH, WITTENBERG AREAS: degrees F and steak and roasts should (888) 685-4422, EXT. 35335 be cooked to 145 degrees F. BRF, LA CROSSE AREAS: (888) 685-4422, EXT. 35340 DELLS, NEKOOSA, MADISON AREAS: STORING (888) 552-7889, EXT. 35554 As with any meat, for best quality, cook Created 4/2021 HJ. ground raw meat within 2 days and raw Sources: https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and- prep/snack-and-meal-ideas/bison-a-healthier-red-meat; roasts or steaks within 3-4 days. https://www.berkeleywellness.com/healthy- eating/food/article/bison-meat-better-beef; https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling- After cooking, eat or freee within 3-4 and-preparation/meat/bison-farm- table;https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food- days. handling-and-preparation/meat/beef-farm-table#26; https://www.wabeef.org/recipes/recipe/6301/beef-and- mushroom-burgershttps://happyforks.com/analyzer/result. PAGE 12 LEGAL / ADS Ma\ hi\tawus hi wira 14, 2021

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HCN Primary election was recently held and I am both humbled and honored that you have placedVOTE (RAM) your confidence and supportobert in me during. this uddElection. I would like to thank my family and friends for their unending love and support. Congratulations to all those candidates that took up the challenge to seek office on behalf of the Ho-Chunk Nation and their respective districts. Now it is on to the General Election First and foremost is the need for the Office of the President to address the balance of power between the Legislative and Executive Branches working in conjunction with the General Council. Second is the challenge to diversify our economy! How long can we survive solely on just gaming revenue? Third is to ensure transparency in terms of release of information to the Ho-Chunk Nation members on a regular basis Qualifications and experience: Ø Twenty years (20) construction experience. Ø Twenty-seven (27) Executive Business management experience. Ø Viet Nam, era veteran “Paratrooper 101st Airborne Division” Ø Bachelor degree from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Ø Master of Business Administration (MBA) University Phoenix, AZ May 14, 2021 LEGISLATIVE MINUTES / ADS PAGE 13 HO-CHUNK NATION (10:33 a.m.) Approval of Previous with corrections. Second Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to LEGISLATURE Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr.-VC Meeting Minutes: by Vice President Karena adopt Resolution 04-20-21 A, REGULAR MEETING Rep. Sarah Lemieux-VC Thundercloud. 7-0-2(Rep. Establishment of Computer TRIBAL EXECUTIVE Rep. Matthew Mullen-EX Legislative Meeting-April 6, Stephanie Begay, Rep. Paul Usage Act Workgroup. Second OFFICES Rep. Robert TwoBears-VC 2021 Fox) MOTION CARRIED. by Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr. BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI Rep. Paul Fox-P 9-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. APRIL 20, 2021 Rep. Kathyleen Lone Tree- MOTION by Vice President Administration Committee- Call to Order: President Whiterabbit-VC Karena Thundercloud to April 8, 2021 Unfinished Business: Marlon White Eagle called VC-Video Conference approve the April 6, 2021 the meeting to order at 10:00 Legislative Meeting minutes MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen COVID-19 Executive Branch a.m. Determination of Quorum: with corrections. Second by Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to Update- Quorum is established at Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr. approve the April 8, 2021 Department of Health Roll Call: 10:02 a.m. 7-0-2(Rep. Stephanie Begay, Administration Committee President Marlon White Ea- Rep. Paul Fox) MOTION Meeting minutes with Executive Director of gle-VC Opening Prayer: President CARRIED. corrections. Second by Health Kiana Beaudin was Vice President Karena Thun- Marlon White Eagle offered a Vice President Karena unavailable. Written reports dercloud-P word of prayer. Committee Reports: Thundercloud. 7-0-2(Rep. were submitted to the Rep. George Stacy-EX Stephanie Begay, Rep. Paul Legislature. Rep. Hinu Smith-P Approval of Agenda: Special Finance Committee- Fox) MOTION CARRIED. Rep. Conroy Greendeer, Jr.- April 7, 2021 Department of Business VC MOTION by Rep. Paul Fox Resolution-Establishment Rep. Stephanie Begay-VC to approve the agenda as MOTION by Rep. Robert of Computer Usage Act Business Analyst Scott Rep. Kristin White Eagle- presented. Second by Rep. TwoBears to approve the Workgroup Maracek was present via EX Robert TwoBears. 9-0-0 April 7, 2021 Special Finance video conference to address Rep. Darren Brinegar-VC MOTION CARRIED. Committee Meeting minutes MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen the Legislature and reviewed the Department of Business casino update report with the Legislature.

Office of General Council Report

Cari Fay, General Council Advocate was present via video conference and stated that there is a networking meeting on April 24, 2021. She also stated that she is still working with Legislative Counsel regarding the General Council Resolutions. Tribal Member Bill Winneshiek questioned Cari Fay on the General Council Resolutions, and Ms. Fay stated that she is meeting with Legislative Counsel this Thursday. No written report submitted.

CARES Act Proposals

No new proposals. Rep. Darren Brinegar present via video conference at 10:33 a.m. Resolution-Adoption of Amendments to the Ho- Chunk Nation Class II Internal Control Manual MOTION by Vice President Karena Thundercloud to adopt Resolution 04-20-21 B, Adoption of Amendments to the Ho-Chunk Nation Class II Internal Control Manual. Second by Rep. Kathyleen Lone Tree-Whiterabbit. 10-0- 0 MOTION CARRIED. Resolution-Adoption of Amendments to the Ho- Chunk Nation Class III Internal Control Manual MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to adopt Resolution 04-20-21 C, Adoption of Amendments to the Ho-Chunk Nation Class III Internal Control Manual. Second by Rep. Darren Brinegar. 10-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. Native American Preference in Contracting Rep. Smith stated that the Legislature is working on this. No action at this time. Resolution-Establishment of American Rescue Plan Act Restricted Account MOTION by Rep. Darren Brinegar to adopt Resolution 04-20-21 D, Establishment Continued on Page 14 PAGE 14 LEGISLATIVE MINUTES / NOTICES Ma\ hi\tawus hi wira 14, 2021 Continued from Page 13 Medication-Assisted Treasury and Office of the agencies are seeking comment, capacitor units for homes and of American Rescue Plan Act Treatment-Prescription Drug President regarding this issue. the Legislature will make buildings with solar panels Restricted Account. Second and Opioid Addiction Grant Becky mentioned that this a generic motion to submit within our communities. by Rep. Kathyleen Lone is a concerning issue that comments. Second by Vice President Tree-Whiterabbit. 10-0-0 MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen is occurring over and over Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to again. Becky has seen this Treasury Tribal Advisory MOTION CARRIED. President White Eagle stated adopt Resolution 04-20-21 F, consistently affect clients. In Subcommittee Tribal that this time around, the Support for the Department 2017, the IRS never received Feedback and MOTION by Rep. Hinu BIA is requesting the Tribal of Health to Apply for the file from the Tribe. It Economic Development Smith to refer to the enrollment data as of February the Substance Abuse and happened again in 2018, and Administration Tribal Legislature the MOTION 1, 2021. President White Eagle Mental Health Services now it has happened with the Consultation (Continued) by Nathaniel Longtail, Jr. to mentioned that as of February Administration Medication- Department of Revenue file. have Ho-Chunk Nation tribal 1, 2021 there were a total of Assisted Treatment- This is only affecting Tribal MOTION by Rep. Hinu leaders reach out to the other 7,816 Tribal members. That Prescription Drug and Opioid members who are withholding Smith to authorize submission tribal leaders from Fond du data was sent the BIA Midwest Addiction Grant. Second by State Tax from their per-cap. of comments for the Treasury Lac, Bad River and Red Lake Office on April 8, 2021. Rep. Sarah Lemieux. 10-0-0 Tribal Advisory Subcommittee tribes to get the facts and Resolution 03-09-21 J, MOTION CARRIED. Becky stated that we will not Tribal Feedback and Economic their own opinion regarding Suspension of Rent and know about the 2020 IRS Development Administration Enbridge Line 3 before getting Mortgage Payments for Resolution-Support for paperwork the Nation sent Tribal Consultation supportive involved with this issue. Department of Housing Funding Request to the until next year. There is a of the Ho-Chunk Nation, and Second by Vice President and HHCDA and Nation National Park Service for delay with IRS because the for interested Legislators Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 Residential Water and Tribal Historic Preservation IRS is overwhelmed. Becky to work with Legislative MOTION CARRIED. Sewer Payments Through Officer Grant Allocation stated that she does not know Counsel and Outside Counsel September 2021 Technical how many Tribal members to draft comments. Second District 1-Black River Falls/ Correction MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen this has affected. by Vice President Karena Wausau-April 14, 2021 Legislative Counsel stated Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to Thundercloud. MOTION (Continued) that this is on the agenda adopt Resolution 04-20- Anthony Falcon, Finance IS AMENDED to include as an “FYI.” The way the 21 G, Support for Funding Director, was present via authorization for the Vice MOTION by Rep. Hinu resolution is written, there Request to the National Park video conference and stated President to sign the letter of Smith to refer to the Finance will be a technical correction, Service for Tribal Historic that Treasury is aware of comments. Second concurs. Committee the MOTION by which is an addition of a Preservation Officer Grant the situation. Mr. Falcon 9-0-1(Rep. Lawrence Walker, Larry Littlegeorge to support parenthesis. This technical Allocation. Second by Rep. also stated that Treasury is Jr.) MOTION CARRIED. the proposed funding request correction is allowable under Sarah Lemieux. 10-0-0 aware that there were several in the amount of $15,000 to the Legislative Organization MOTION CARRIED. changes to the eFile. Mr. Resolution-Acceptance of take supplies to the Twin Cities Act. The NOW THEREFORE, Falcon mentioned that the Supplemental CARES Act to assist the tribes standing BE IT RESOLVED will now Resolution-Authorization Nation has 60 days to send Funding for the Department up against the Enbridge Line read: “that the Legislature, for Presidential Delegation a replacement file if the IRS of Health 3. Second by Vice President pursuant to its Constitutional of Grants.gov Signature kicks anything back. The Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 authority hereby suspends Authority for the Department Nation’s IT Department will MOTION by Rep. Sarah MOTION CARRIED. all Department of Housing of Health send those back within a Lemieux to adopt Resolution and Ho-Chunk Housing and week’s time. Mr. Falcon stated 04-20-21 I, Acceptance of MOTION by Rep. Hinu Smith Community Development Kirsten Betancurt, Department that Treasury is working with Supplemental CARES Act to refer to the Legislature the Agency rent and mortgage of Health Grant Manager, was IT to fix this issue. Funding for the Department MOTION by Phyllis Smoke payments (excluding property present via video conference of Health. Second by Rep. to have Legislature prepare taxes and home owners and stated that this resolution Rep. Brinegar requested Kathyleen Lone Tree- a Legislative Citation for insurance) and Nation would allow for her to submit that Legislative Public Whiterabbit. 10-0-0 MOTION Dr. Helen Miner Miller and residential water and sewer grants to Grants.gov. Relations and Office of the CARRIED. present this to her on behalf payments from April 2020 President Public Relations of all the work she has done through September 2021;” Rep. Lone Tree-Whiterabbit get information out to the It was asked if the Nation for the Ho-Chunk Nation. This not a motion, nor a asked if this a blanket approval. Membership making them is testing for COVID-19 Second by Vice President rescission and restatement of aware of this error and variants. Executive Director of Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 this resolution. Legislative Attorney Carolyn corrective action to take. Health Kiana Beaudin stated MOTION CARRIED. New Business: Garnett stated that the that if someone tests positive resolution that was sent down Becky Albert-Breed stated that for COVID-19, and if there MOTION by Rep. Hinu Smith Supplemental Resolution from the Executive Branch was the individual Tribal member is enough left-over of their to refer to HHCDA, Office of to Clarify Child Support for across the Nation, not just will have to contact the sample, it is sent to the State the President, and Department Obligations with GE the Health Department. The Department of Revenue and/ for testing of the variants. of Labor the MOTION by Payments resolution in the packet today or IRS to correct this. Becky Currently, the Nation has not Nathaniel Longtail, Jr. to have is for the Health Department stated that she is willing to had anyone test positive for a Legislature research placing MOTION by Rep. Hinu Smith only. help with needed language variant of COVID-19. tornado sirens without all our to TABLE Supplemental for the announcement to the communities, and refer to Resolution to Clarify Child MOTION by Rep. Sarah Membership. Resolution-Ho-Chunk this request to the appropriate Support Obligations with Lemieux to adopt Resolution Transportation Authority committee or Executive GE Payments. Second by 04-20-21 H, Authorization Rep. Smith asked if the Tribal Transportation Department for completion. Vice President Karena for Presidential Delegation Legislature can receive an Program Town of Greenfield, Second by Vice President Thundercloud. 10-0-0 of Grants.gov Signature updated from Treasury on this Wisconsin Egret Road Project Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. Authority for the Department issue at the next Legislative Cooperative Agreement MOTION CARRIED. of Health. Second by Rep. Meeting. President White Resolution-Approval of Stephanie Begay. 9-0- Eagle stated that Treasury will MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen MOTION by Rep. Hinu Smith the 2021 Title III Grant 1(Vice President Karena have an update. Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to to refer to HHCDA, Office of Agreement Between the Thundercloud) MOTION adopt Resolution 04-20-21 the President, and Department Ho-Chunk Nation and the CARRIED. Treasury Tribal Advisory J, Ho-Chunk Transportation of Labor the MOTION by Greater Wisconsin Agency on 2020 Wisconsin Department Subcommittee Tribal Authority Tribal Genevieve Longtail to install Aging Resources of Revenue 1099 Feedback and Transportation Program Town cross walks with the warning Economic Development of Greenfield, Wisconsin Egret lights by the Head Starts and MOTION by Rep. Kathyleen Rep. Smith stated that this has Administration Tribal Road Project Cooperative parks in all communities. Lone Tree-Whiterabbit to been brought to our attention Consultation Agreement. Second by Rep. Second by Vice President adopt Resolution 04-20-21 while people are filling taxes, Lawrence Walker, Jr. 10-0-0 Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 E, Approval of the 2021 Title and are running into the issue Rep. Smith stated that both of MOTION CARRIED. MOTION CARRIED. III Grant Agreement Between that the Wisconsin Department these agenda items are items District Meeting: the Ho-Chunk Nation and the of Revenue did not receive the that we are being aware of. District 2-Tomah/La Crosse- Greater Wisconsin Agency on 1099 Form from the Nation. There are Federal entities April 13, 2021 District 1-Black River Falls/ Aging Resources. Second by This is not a unique, one- that are looking for feedback Wausau-April 14, 2021 Rep. Sarah Lemieux. 10-0-0 time incident, this has been a or consultations from Tribes. READ FOR THE RECORD: MOTION CARRIED. repeated issue. Looking into Rep. Smith mentioned that she (As District 2 will now have this further, it sounds like it is put these items on the agenda MOTION by Rep. Hinu Smith to vote between Tomah/ to refer to the Renewable Resolution-Support for the an IT issue. for everyone to be aware of. La Crosse candidate and Energy Workgroup the Department of Health to She is looking to have the Mauston/Wisconsin Dells/ MOTION by Tina Brown to Apply for the Substance Becky Albert-Breed, Director Nation submit comments. Baraboo areas.) have the Renewable Energy Abuse and Mental Health of Integrity Audit and Tax, was MOTION by Tara Chapman Workgroup make it a priority Services Administration present via video conference. Legislative Counsel mentioned to nominate Melanie Stacy as Becky stated that she e-mailed that sometimes when Federal to obtain the energy stored Continued on Page 15 May 14, 2021 LEGISLATIVE MINUTES / NOTICES PAGE 15 Continued from Page 14 Tribal Members, as much as MOTION by Rep. Conroy District 3-Madison-April 7, No motions. Tomah/La Crosse GC Planning operationally possible. Second Greendeer, Jr. to refer to 2021 Lunch Break: Committee Representative. by Rep. Stephanie Begay. 10- Legislative Counsel the 0-0 MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Jon Warner MOTION by Sarah Lemieux MOTION by Rep. Paul Fox to break for lunch until 1:00 MOTION by Rep. Stephanie to have the D2 Legislators to refer to Office of the p.m. Second by Vice President Begay to refer to Legislative MOTION by Rep. Conroy remove Rep. Darren Brinegar President, Social Services Karena Thundercloud. 10-0-0 Legal and Department of Greendeer, Jr. to refer to due to an Ethics Code violation TAU, and the Health, Social MOTION CARRIED. Justice the MOTION by Tara the Beloit Workgroup and at the next Legislative Meeting Services and Insurance Department of Business the (Ethics Code i. Public Officials Committee the MOTION by Chapman that any employee 12:17 p.m. positions on Ho-Chunk Nation MOTION by Sheridan Cloud shall not threaten or intimate Marlys Whiteagle to allow should be sanctioned and have that the Tribe do a public any employee of the Nation Monona Gardens Restaurant Call to Order: Vice President Legislators research the topic soliciting Tribal Members for in reprisal for the employee to provide a $9.00 per meal Karena Thundercloud called on the trademark using Ho- positions available with the acting within the scope of the TAU meals to the Elders in the meeting to order at 1:03 Chunk Nation name. Second development of the Beloit employee’s official duties and Madison. Second by Rep. p.m. by Rep. Conroy Greendeer, Jr. Facility. Second by Rep. authority. Constitutionally Lawrence Walker, Jr. 10-0-0 Roll Call: 9-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. Stephanie Begay. 10-0-0 Legislative Authority to MOTION CARRIED. President Marlon White Ea- Rep. Hinu Smith out of the MOTION CARRIED. remove another Legislative gle-EX room. Representative. Article MOTION by Rep. Sarah Vice President Karena Thun- MOTION by Rep. Conroy IX. Section 3. Legislative Lemieux to refer to Office dercloud-P MOTION by Rep. Stephanie Greendeer, Jr. to refer to Removal of Legislators. The of the President, Department Rep. George Stacy-EX Begay to refer to the LOA Legislature, Department of Legislature may remove a of Education, and the Rep. Hinu Smith-P Workgroup the MOTION Education and Department of member of the Legislature Administration Committee Rep. Conroy Greendeer, Jr.- by Tara Chapman to amend Labor the MOTION by Jon for good cause. Any member the MOTION by Marlys VC the LOA to have Reps return Warner to have the District of the Legislature subject to Whiteagle that President White Rep. Stephanie Begay-VC with some consideration 2 Legislators attend a tribal removal shall be informed of Eagle and Legislature address Rep. Kristin White Eagle-EX and concerns regarding administration certificate the charges, be given adequate a letter to President Biden, Rep. Darren Brinegar-VC Area Meetings and bring program from UMN and/or notice of the impeding House of Representatives and Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr.-VC back a draft to the next Area Harvard Project certificate removal action, and given an the Senate that immediately Rep. Sarah Lemieux- Meeting. Second by Rep. training (remotely). Second by opportunity to prepare and implement the original VC Conroy Greendeer, Jr. 9-0-0 Rep. Stephanie Begay. 10-0-0 present a defense including proposal of $50,000 student Rep. Matthew Mullen- MOTION CARRIED. Rep. MOTION CARRIED. presenting witnesses and loan forgiveness and that they EX Hinu Smith out of the room. other evidence. An affirmative create a meaningful student Rep. Robert TwoBears-VC READ FOR THE RECORD: vote of three-fourths (3/4) of loan forgiveness in the future Rep. Paul Fox-P MOTION by Rep. Stephanie (As District 2 will now have the entire Legislature shall past COVID-19. Second by Rep. Kathyleen Lone Tree- Begay to refer to the LOA to vote between Tomah/ be required for a Legislative Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr. 10- Whiterabbit-VC La Crosse candidate and removal actions under this 0-0 MOTION CARRIED. Workgroup the MOTION VC-Video Conference by Chris Estebo that anyone Mauston/Wisconsin Dells/ Section. The Legislator subject Baraboo areas.) to removal shall not vote. MOTION by Rep. Sarah who attends Tomah/La Crosse President White Eagle is MOTION by Jon Warner to Second by Rep. Stephanie Lemieux to refer to Office area meeting that if they don’t excused from the meeting. Vice nominate Patti Ennis as the Begay. 8-1(Rep. Kathyleen of the President, Department identify themselves or have President chairs the meeting. unruly behavior that they primary General Council Lone Tree-Whiterabbit)- of Health, and the Health, can be kicked out of the Area Planning Committee member 1(Rep. Darren Brinegar) Social Services and Insurance Determination of Quorum: Meeting. Second by Rep. for District 2. MOTION CARRIED. Committee the MOTION Quorum is established at 1:04 Conroy Greendeer, Jr. 10-0-0 Marlys Whiteagle to have p.m. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Rep. Conroy MOTION by Rep. Conroy the Nation provide a mobile Greendeer, Jr. to refer to Greendeer, Jr. to refer to Office vaccination vehicle for those Executive Session: District 2-Mauston/Wisconsin Finance Committee the of the President, Department that can’t make it and those Dells/Baraboo-April 15, 2021 MOTION by Sheridan Cloud of Personnel and the ERA areas that people cannot MOTION by Rep. Paul Fox to support the matching Workgroup the MOTION get to Black River Falls or to move to Executive Session MOTION by Rep. Conroy funding requests of $2,886 by Travis Crowder to have Wisconsin Dells from the to discuss Business Matters, Greendeer, Jr. to refer to from the Pepsi Fund & continuous bridge service Health Department. Second by Inter-Governmental Relations, the Beloit Workgroup and Charitable Contributions credit for all Tribal Members, Rep. Lawrence Walker, Jr. 10- Land, Legal Advice, Person- Department of Business the Youth Assistance for Neenk adhere to Tribal preference. 0-0 MOTION CARRIED. nel Matters and Public Safety MOTION by Patti Ennis that Chunk Gra Head Start. Second Second by Rep. Stephanie or Well Being. Second by Rep. all communities and heads by Rep. Stephanie Begay. 10- Begay. 10-0-0 MOTION District 3-Wittenberg-April Lawrence Walker, Jr. 10-0-0 of operation for the Beloit 0-0 MOTION CARRIED. CARRIED. 12, 2021 MOTION CARRIED. Facility need to be Ho-Chunk No motions. 1:07 p.m. MOTION by Rep. Paul Fox NOTICE OF VACANCIES District 3-Green Bay-April 13, 2021 to move to Open Session. Sec- ond by Rep. Darren Brinegar. Veterans Affairs Advisory Board No motions. 9-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. (District 4 Board Member & Alternate) 3:58 p.m. Rep. Kathyleen Lone District 3-Milwaukee-April Tree-Whiterabbit excused for 14, 2021 District 1: Filled Alternate: Filled the remainder of the meeting. 4:00 p.m. Rep. Stephanie District 2: Filled Alternate: Filled No motions. Begay excused for the remainder of the meeting. District 3: Filled Alternate: Filled District 3-Wisconsin Rapids- District 4: VACANT Alternate: VACANT April 15, 2021 4:10 p.m. According to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Board Bylaws: MOTION by Rep. Sarah MOTION by Rep. Robert Lemieux to refer to HHCDA TwoBears to ratify all action Appointments: Each district shall select, by a majority vote at a District meeting, a and the Housing Committee taken in Executive Session. veteran to serve as a Member of the Board and a veteran as the Alternate the MOTION by Elizabeth Second by Rep. Darren Brin- Member to serve in the absence of the Member. Walker to request Neil egar. 9-0-0 MOTION CAR- Whitegull attend our next RIED. Terms: Board Members and Alternate Members shall serve a two (2) year term area meeting to report on the and may serve more than one (1) term. In the event a Member fails to serve an timeline of fixing the houses. Adjournment: entire term, the Alternate Member shall finish his or her predecessors’ term. A Second by Rep. Darren MOTION by Rep. Paul Fox to replacement Alternate Member shall be appointed by the representative District Brinegar. 10-0-0 MOTION CARRIED. adjourn the Legislative Meet- within a reasonable time period following the predecessors’ departure. ing to Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at If anyone is interested, please inform your legislators. District 4-Chicago-April 12, 10:00 a.m. at the Tribal Office 2021 Building in Black River Falls, District 4 Contacts: [email protected] Wisconsin. Second by Rep. [email protected] No motions. Robert TwoBears. 9-0-0 MO- TION CARRIED. [email protected] District 4-Twin Cities-April [email protected] 15, 2021 The Legislative Meeting ad- journed at 4:12 p.m.

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