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“Ofﬁ cial newspaper of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska since January 12, 1972” Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 40, Number 6, Saturday, March 31, 2012 “Hey Mister, You Want Some Kool-Aid” Bago Bits…

Finder of the ‘Golden Egg’ in this year’s Community Easter Egg Hunt was Pete Bass. Congrats Pete! On the fi rst day of Spring in Winnebago the boys are I were cruising the streets, enjoying the nice weather, camera in hand. As we cruised by the Winnebago Housing Authority offi ces we noticed these young Winnebago Entrepreneurs with the fi rst Kool-Aid stand of the year. Sad to say we didn’t buy up because we weren’t the only ones who had the same idea of cruising Bago, so we snapped our pictures and headed down the street. Next time kiddies, I got us. Ho-Chunk, Inc. Continues Summer Internship Program WINNEBAGO, NE – Ho-Chunk, Inc.’s other business-related projects will give plicants must submit an application consistent community involvement in interns real insight in specifi c business packet including an application, a letter education continues by hosting the areas and levels. Interns will participate of interest, two letters of reference, and Summer Internship Program in 2012. in a series of constructive activities as- resume to be considered for an intern- Winnebago college undergraduate and signed by their supervisors to develop ship. Incomplete applications will not graduate students will have unique fundamental skills and concepts that be accepted. An interview will be sched- opportunities at Ho-Chunk, Inc. to are important in today’s business world. uled for each applicant who submits a gain valuable training and hands-on As CEO Lance Morgan comments, completed application and meets the Community members were impressed with experience through the Summer Intern- “The internship program provides Win- requirements for the internship. the loyalty of this Rez Dog, as he sat by ship Program. Paid internships are ap- nebago college students appropriate To apply, please visit HCI Facts his owner’s bike all day, until he returned resources, training and career mentor- website www.hcifacts.com to download from work, on the WinnaVegas bus. proximately 12-weeks starting May 21 through August 10. Only a limited num- ing to prepare for their careers beyond application forms and requirements. ber of intern positions will be available. graduation. Ho-Chunk, Inc. establishes Any questions regarding the program, The internship program will enable and sustains relationships with poten- contact Sharon Frenchman at 402- interns to learn and apply Ho-Chunk, tial interns that demonstrate promising 878-2809 or email: sfrenchman@hoc- Inc.’s business principles. A variety of abilities to be future employees and hunkinc.com. All completed materials structure tasks and special projects leaders of the company.” and application should be submitted focusing on project management, stra- The deadline for the internship ap- to Ho-Chunk, Inc., Corporate offi ces, 1 tegic planning, networking events, and plication is April 30th, 2012. All ap- Mission Drive, Winnebago, NE 68071.

Indianz.com… Santee Ross: Blood quantum not connected to tribal identity

Monday, March 26, 2012 reservation gaming application “Remember when you were a little Thursday, March 22, 2012 terror running around? You knew who Me and the crew after our one night stay you were and there was no such thing The Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin at the NEW WinnaVegas Resort Hotel. as an identity crisis. You were native will submit its off-reservation gaming because you just were. Things were so application to the Bureau of Indian Af- much simpler at that age. fairs in a matter of days, President Jon Blood quantum never even crossed Greender said. your mind. Not just because you didn’t “It’s a historic moment,” Greendeer know the defi nition but being a 1/16 or told The Beloit Daily News. 1/ 8 of some other tribe didn’t change The tribe plans to build a casino in the fact that you still considered your- Beloit, a process that Greendeer has Photo from Jerry Bruckheimer on self native. previously said could take years. The Twitter For you city travelers, plan your route A tribe in California is in the middle application will fi rst be reviewed by the around the Vet’s bridge in Sioux City, as of a blood quantum dispute. Pala tribal BIA’s regional offi ce before going to the “It’s been a week or so since the the whole area is under construction all members are being dis-enrolled for not central offi ce in Washington, D.C. summer long. original photos of Johnny Depp as having enough Pala blood in them. The tribe negotiated an agreement Tonto have surfaced, and the internet Natives are no strangers to the with the city of Beloit and Rock County. has been abuzz with Depp defenders bloodline feuds. Many tribes require a Get the Story: and Depp defectors--and while the certain percentage of blood for a person Casino deal OK’d by tribe (The Beloit Native Appropriations community and to be considered an enrolled member Daily News 3/22) my internet circle have been on the “oh of that tribe.” Related Stories: dang, this is real bad for us” train, I’ve Get the Story: City approves Ho-Chunk Nation’s off- been surprised at how many people Santee Ross: Blood quantum reservation gaming deal (3/6) have basically told me and others with has little to do with tribal identity similar opinions to STFU and “get over (Reznet News 3/22) Blog: Why Johnny Depp as Tonto it” (with also some more choice words matters in Indian Country than that...). The Winnebago Volunteer Fire Department Ho-Chunk Nation to send off- Monday, March 19, 2012 Con’t. on page 11.. is busy again making controlled burns around the Rez to keep us all nice and safe. Visit us at www.winnebagotribe.com Page 2 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 I Was Thinking

when I was young I played football, bas- joined Karate and our sessions now Thoughts from Man Training… by Lance Morgan ketball and my favorite sport of rugby. integrate some hand-to-hand combat. Rugby is not for the faint hearted. I We busted out some BB guns and have giant garden each year with the oldest also worked as a roofer for my dad and been using various household items as tractor I have ever seen, and he raised joined the US Army to pay for college. targets. We have played catch and hit some of the meanest hogs ever in his In a rugby game, while playing for some softballs on nice days. His favorite backyard. I never actually saw him the National Championship, someone activity is me shooting foam darts at him drink water, only coffee and he took it snapped my thumb and I reacted by while he trying to use the force to block black—not a Starbucks caramel mac- taking a swing at them with my broken them with his light saber. He learned chiato! In short, he was a pro-typical hand. But time changes people. The to ride a bike with no training wheels man’s man. last time I played basketball, I jammed and we even fi lled out a bracket for My son Garret, his namesake, is a one of my fi ngers and it kind of hurt so March Madness with a few other kids. product of the modern era. He likes I quit and went home to get some advil. We are both in last, which can happen video games, watches a lot of movies My little boy watched Star Wars for when you pick Harvard to the fi nal four! and plays organized, but highly regu- the fi rst time this winter and he hasn’t However, he is absolutely convinced that lated sports sponsored by the YMCA. been the same since. He actually asked he used the force to help Creighton win In his sports they don’t keep score and me “How come I didn’t know about their tournament game. everyone is a winner. He also has two this?” He now thinks he is in training What is interesting is that my two older sisters who do competitive gym- to be a Jedi—although he claims to just girls love Man Training and have gotten nastics and cheerleading. He spends be a Padawan learner at the moment. into it also. My 11 year-old girl asked a lot of time at the girly events, playing He has become obsessed with it and for an ATV for her birthday. My 13- on an ipad. I have a six -year old boy, named attacks me almost every day with some year old girl wants to learn to shoot a It occurred to me that he wasn’t get- Garret Big Fire Morgan. When he was combination of light saber or dart gun. real gun just in case of something she ting enough man training from me. I little I would ask him his name and he All of his young energy needed to be is calling the Zombie Apocalypse hap- don’t know if you know this, but being would just say Big Fire Morgan. His focused. Plus, I was training him to be a pens. I have found Man Training gets a desk bound CEO and lawyer, doesn’t middle name is in honor of my late video gamer, not a man. I needed to step me off the couch and away from the TV. leave me a lot of time for old school Choka Harold Big Fire. Harold was a up as his father and teach him a few I didn’t intend it as a bonding thing, manly activities. To make matters sort of old school kind of man. He only things he might need to be a Jedi or at but it has been wonderful for me and worse, both of his grandfathers were in had one arm, but managed to get a job least a fairly competent man someday. my kids. It makes me think, I should the Vietnam War and one has enough with the union driving heavy equipment. So a few months ago, we instituted just call it parenting and stay focused weapons in his basement to outfi t a He had been a boxer in his youth and daily Man Training sessions. Remember on it. If you’re wondering whether Man small army. ran a boxing club in North Omaha for he is only six years old. These started Training includes going to the casino, I wasn’t exactly a tough guy, but troubled youth. He also would plant a small with Light Saber battles. He the answer is ‘not really’. Contact me at [email protected] Employment Announcement PRNL – 12-49 Opening Date: March 02, 2012 Closing Date: April 6th, 2012 Position: Apprentice/Teacher Aide (2) Immediate Supervisor: Ho-Chunk Renaissance Director Condition of Employment: Regular Part-Time Salary Grade: 13-entry ($13.49 per hour)

ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION & DUTY STATION: HoChunk Renaissance Program, located at the Blackhawk Community Building in Winnebago, Nebraska 68071 HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following applicable documents to: Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. ATTENTION: Personnel Offi ce, P.O. Box 687 Winnebago, Nebraska 68071. For further information on this vacancy, call Gerben D Earth, Personnel Offi cer at 402-878-3128. Applicants must submit a letter of application for the SPECIFIC position applied for, with a complete resume or a letter of application with a completed application form and two (2) letters of reference. If claiming Indian preference, verifi cation of Indian quantum and or veteran status must be confi rmed. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Applications and required documents must be received by the Personnel Offi ce NO LATER THAN THE CLOSING DATE: FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY CLOSING DATE WILL RESULT IN NOT BEING CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. NATURE OF WORK: Works with fl uent teachers in assisting and preparing their lessons, assist with material development and/or any other activities that are scheduled, assist teaching students, etc, Must be dependable and reliable and have patience in working with children. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK: 1. Serves as Master Apprentice to fl uent speaker. 2. Learn the use of evaluation to make judgments and draw inferences to improve the language instructional learning. 3. Learn methodologies and strategies for language learning. 4. Learn a variety of assessments by selecting or developing assessments that further language learning. 5. Learn to speak the Ho-Chunk language through building vocabulary, phonology and syntax. 6. Learn teaching fundamentals and tasks including, but not limited to, planning lessons, designing tasks or activities and classroom management. 7. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must be willing to submit to a background check as mandated by the Tribal Policies and Procedures. 2. Knowledge of tribal traditions, customs, values and social morals. 3. Prior experience in a teaching capacity preferred. 4. Basic knowledge of curriculum design from preschool through post secondary levels or willingness to learn. 5. Must be drug and alcohol free. 6. Must be computer literate. 7. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. 8. Possess the ability to work effi ciently with a wide variety of people in a team environment. 9. High school diploma or equivalent required. 10. Must have a valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and proper insurance or access to dependable transportation. All applicants will comply with 45 CFR Part 1301, Subpart D, Section 11302.31 C and D which requires all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies, and to comply with PL-101-637 regarding a national criminal record check and central registry check. Under Federal Law, all qualifi ed Indian applicants will receive preference over non-Indian applicants. In the absence of qualifi ed Indian applicants considerations shall be given to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.

The next issue of the WINNEBAGO INDIAN NEWS will be published on April 14, 2012. DEADLINE for this issue will be April 9, 2012.

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people informed of the goings on of our Letter to the Editor… Tribe and what confronts it and how we JESUS OUR SAVIOR Hay-Na, respond to it, and the accomplishments LUTHERAN OUTREACH Pastor Ricky Jacob My Brothers and Sister have been we as a tribe have achieved. The WIN wanting to Thank You for the Masthead does not forget the common people and “The valley of the shadow of late, much too late. of the Winnebago Indian News featuring includes them in every issue. The WIN But the reason the psalm writer our Mother, Neola Earth Walker! I, and is truly a newspaper from the people. death.” my family, appreciate the honor that you Thank you for being the voice and declares that he fears no evil is due to have done for our Mother and thinking keeping the dream alive and well! Our meditation of 23rd Psalm con- his trust in the anointed One; that is of her in a good way. Our Mother, like The family of Neola Earth Walker tinues: Yea, though I walk through the the promise of the Messiah. Yes, David Reuben, was a visionary of our Tribe. EDITORS NOTE: My little brother, valley of the shadow of death, I will fear believed in the coming of the Messiah or Both saw the potential of what our Tribe one of my Chiefs, was recently remind- no evil. Isn’t that the truth? Daily we the Christ. In other words, David was could become, and because of their vi- ing me not to be blowing my own horn. tread or trudge through life among the a Christian even before there was such sion of the future, many of their dreams He reminded me that the people that I dead and the dying. Reminders of death a classifi cation. came to be. It takes a very special kind was fortunate to have been taught by, are all around us. This time of year with Yea, though I walk through the val- of person to feel for the people like both would not look kindly upon bragging the leaves fallen from the trees decay- ley of the shadow of death, I will fear Reuben and our Mother did, and how myself up. “They did what they did being, and the petals of the fl owers long no evil: they both showed the Tribal Members cause it needed to be done, they weren’t gone, the cycle of life no doubt includes for thou art with me; thy rod and thy looking for praise, they weren’t looking by the actions and accomplishments death. Yet we try to forget the reality of staff they comfort me. The Shepherd for recognition, they would expect the they achieved, not for themselves, but this fallen world. has the rod to drive off the predators same from you.” So I will accept your for the people and our Tribe. Some have been said to laugh in the and the staff to gentle lead and rescue kind words, but just know that I was The Winnebago Indian News still car- face of danger, was it the cowardly lion wayward sheep. If you, like David, have fortunate enough to sit with your Mother ries on the reality of our Mother’s dream in the Wizard of Oz? I am not sure. But faith in Jesus the Good Shepherd you of being a positive voice of our people and hear her words, all we do is what she held in her heart. Thank you. we have this fearless and bold state- have nothing to fear even in the face and for the people, and keeping the ment in the 23rd Psalm: Yea, though I of death! walk through the valley of the shadow Letter to the Editor… of death, I will fear no evil. What a comfort and peace a Chris- Evil is something to be feared, at tian has, even in the face of death, “Every year I remember my Father…” the ones who are sick and while you dance least by most. You might be one who because his or her passing from this I would like to take this time and say around the drum pray for the ones you are thinks that evil can be handled all by life leads to life everlasting. There is no a few words. First I would like to thank dancing for.” yourself, that you have nothing to fear doubt about this. As Jesus Christ rose the three women who served with me on Little did I know there would be money the 2011 pow-wow planning committee. involved, I was taught I guess the old way, but fear itself. Really? from the dead, the one who is a believer Thank you to Patrice Bass, Liz Bayer and but that is a good way. Now days people Those who are evil certainly should in Christ ~ baptized in the name of the Sarah Snake. Thank you for your ideas, dance for money and yes I agree it attracts have something to fear. Foolishly, they Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit your patience and your positive attitudes. many dancers, but they have those com- will not wake up to reality until they ~ will no doubt rise to life everlasting. I We all worked together and tried to cover mercial pow-wows and if the really good meet their Maker. Then it will be too fear no evil, how about you? every possible base for our Homecoming dancers want the big bucks then they Celebration. This was the fi rst committee can attend one of those pow-wows. Here that I have ever been on and the experi- in Winnebago we celebrate the return of FROM THE ENROLLMENT OFFICE ence was a positive one that when asked Little Priest and the Company A Scouts. to participate this year I accepted the op- It is one thing to be a Veteran and Dear Tribal Members: The applicant or parent/guardian portunity to serve again. another thing to be Native Veteran. My It is getting to be that time of the (if the applicant is under the age of While at those meetings last year I re- father was a WWII Veteran and he went to year when those High School Seniors, 18) shall complete the “Application for member we all said, “well I remember what Germany and he understood the experi- that are Tribal members, will be sub- Early Release of Minor Trust Funds” was done when my ga-ga and cho-ka were ences of what they did over there, and to mitting their Minor Trust Fund Early form requesting early release of ap- living they used to do this and that.” Those the Native Veteran, they live those experi- Release forms to receive their early portion or all of the funds, but not to times made me remember what my father ences every day. To us, it is something to Monies for class pictures, and other exceed $1,500. The parent/guardian John Painter Jr. had said and all of the be proud of but we have not gone through things he used to tell me. He explained to the experiences they have. stuff relating to graduating. There is a and the applicant must both sign the me why the Bear Clan would stand outside I saw the medals my father had and I procedure that must be followed to the application if the applicant is under for a few seconds just enough to catch a asked him why he didn’t wear them, and letter before the release of any Minor the age of 18. few sprinkles at the fi rst spring rain, why his response to me was, “This isn’t some- Trust Funds can happen. The form must set forth the reasons he would put a kettle of soup on at the thing to brag about, we did what Uncle All interested High School Seniors for the early withdrawal. Addition spring and fall seasons. He also told me Sam wanted us to do.” Then he would must obtain an Application for Early pages explaining the circumstances the story of Little Priest and the Company get this far away look and wouldn’t say Release of Minor Trust Funds from may be included. A Scouts. Why on Veteran’s Day he would anymore. the Enrollment Offi ce. This applica- Supporting documentation and veri- The Planning Committee would like cook Hog head soup and my family would tion must be fi lled out in its entirety. fi cation that the student is on track to meet other families and relatives at the to extend an invitation to all Veterans to This application is to request early graduate (for Seniors ONLY) should be shelf-help building and later at the “hog help with putting up and taking down of head hut” out at Daga Charlie H’s. all the fl ags. Flag rising starts at 6am on withdrawal of per capita trust fund attached and is required by the Tribal While my father prepared the hog head, Thursday and every morning until Sunday monies up to $1,500. Normal requests Council. he explained to me the hog head was/ also the retreat of colors at 5pm every day for withdrawal of Minor Trust Funds Any supporting documentation that is considered a “warriors feast” and the until Sunday. occur after the minor (a) reached the comes from the school, verifying the Winnebago warriors who fought in wars The nine people who are serving on this age of 18, and (b) received a high school schools status of the applicant MUST way back before WWI and WWII what are year’s pow-wow committee have come to- diploma or GED. from the School Superintendent, or known as the French and Indian wars, gether and have good ideas and are trying Minor trust fund monies may be the School’s Principal and/or the they would feast on hog head soup to give to agree on the best. We have assigned released before a minor becomes Vice-Principal. This verifi cation cannot them strength and some even thought it committee assignments, have picked the eligible as may be necessary for the come from a school Teacher and/or a made them invisible to the enemies arrows principles and put out the fl yer by all and bullets. I was about 6 or 7 years old working together. The bids for Security, health, education or welfare of the school Counselor. and in my child’s mind I would be like Shower Monitor, Trash Pick-Up, Crowns minor tribal member. An early release The completed form must be sub- “eww” all the while smelling the singed and Sashes will be up shortly. by the Trustee shall only be permitted mitted whether in person to the hair; my dad singed the hog head himself. All the Food Stands have been fi lled at the direction of the Tribal Council Winnebago Tribal Enrollment Depart- Every year I remember my father preparing and there is a waiting list. We are still in following a determination that such a ment. Faxed copies and/or e-mail the hog head kettle. need of Craft Vendors, it is $100 money request is justifi ed. Minor trust fund applications will not be accepted. The He explained to me of the sacrifi ces our order made out to 2012 Pow-wow Commit- monies may be released in an amount Tribal Enrollment Offi ce will forward veterans made. Back when my father was tee P.O. Box 687 Winnebago, NE 68071. up to, but not exceeding, $1,500, pro- the request to the Tribal Council for The Number to inquire is 402-922-2142, a young man there was what was known vided that the amount may not exceed consideration. as “drafting” where the government came there is an application to fi ll out and re- the actual amount held in trust in the The Tribal Council shall meet and and “took” every able bodied young man to turn to the committee and the address is: fi ght in the military. A lot of these young 2012 Pow-wow Committee, P.O. Box 687, minor’s account. make a determination on whether the men didn’t want to go and leave their fami- Winnebago, NE 68071 or I can email the The total amount of money in the request is justified as fulfilling the lies but Uncle Sam needed soldiers. Now applications out to you, my email address Minor Trust Fund is based upon the health, education or welfare needs of days young men “volunteer” to go into the is: [email protected]. amount of per capita payments that the minor. military which still is a sacrifi ce, because The other Committee members the minor has been eligible to receive If the Tribal Council makes a deter- some sacrifi ce their life. can be reached at Sarah Snake 712-251- since the date he/she was enrolled as a mination that the request is justifi ed, I don’t want to open up a bag of com- 2386 or at [email protected], Tribal Member AND the overall invest- a directive shall be made to the Win- modity beans but it seems that our Phyllis Ware 402-878-2028 or pware1@ ment performance of the Trust Fund. nebago Tribal Enrollment Department children are learning that money is what winnebagotribe.com, Ruby Bellanger 402- The fund is an investment account and to process the withdrawal. dancing is all about. I remember when my 878-2241 and Jerome LaPointe windian- father put my feather on me. I knew in his [email protected]. is subject to market fl uctuations. If the Tribal Council makes a de- heart he actually prayed to our father God So at this year’s Celebration when For information regarding current termination that the request is not and to the four directions for guidance and you are out in the arena singing dancing balance of the minor’s trust fund justified, the applicant, or his/her strength for me while I wear my feather and sweating remember your only sacrifi c- account please contact The Enroll- parent/guardian (if under 18), will be in the arena. I am very proud that I own ing 4 days and our soldiers have sacrifi ced ment Offi ce for an approximate dollar notifi ed in writing. This determination a feather, and it really is something to be their lives so we can continue to sing and amount regarding the balance of any will not affect the applicant’s future proud of. When my father presented me dance in they’re honor. trust fund accounts. eligibility to apply for release of minor with the feather and while he fastened it trust funds under the Minor Trust Thank you and hope to see all of you at to my headband he said to me. “Babe, I MINOR TRUST FUND MONEY Fund Policy. give you the right to dance in this arena. the Pow-wow grounds EARLY RELEASE PROCESS: Dance for the ones who can’t dance, for Mary Painter-McCauley Page 4 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 School News

of instruction resulting in measurable ship already approved for participation in News from the Winnebago Public Schools… student achievement gains. the school district will not be approved. External Programs organizations on educational matters Subject to any overriding federal or This is to avoid duplication of information Instruction is the primary purpose of within the framework established by the state directives, the District shall retain and to also ensure that the best use of schools. Recognizing that students are statutes, state regulations and School complete authority, control and discre- student learning time remains a priority required to display profi ciency in read- Board policy. tion in the establishment and regulation within the district. ing, writing, mathematics, and science The Winnebago Board of Education of its academic programs both internal 3. Proposed programs are expected to in both state and national assessment encourages the establishment of coop- and external. submit a written proposal to the K-12 Pro- instruments, the Winnebago Board of eration between the Winnebago Public The superintendent shall develop gram Director stating the intended pro- Education sets forth in this policy that School District and other educational guidelines by which the instructional staff gram outcomes in the following manner: core instructional time will be held sacred organizations strictly in areas which have will evaluate the instructional program on a) identify what a student should in the Winnebago Public School District. the potential to increase student achieve- a periodic basis. know and be able to do as a result of the No external programs/partnerships will ment in reading, writing, mathematics Guidelines for External Program Part- program be active in the school during core in- and science. The intent of the coopera- nerships with Winnebago Public School b) identify what the student will do structional times. tive partnerships is solely to improve the All programs seeking to partner with to demonstrate that he/she has learned The Winnebago Board of Education local instructional program for student the Winnebago Public School District will the information by increasing achieve- does recognize the need for and the worth achievement. be expected to meet the following criteria: ment scores of cooperative relationships with other ed- In addition, the Board of Educa- 1. Contact the K-12 Program Director c) outline the processes, appropriate ucational organizations, such as parochi- tion promotes cooperation with other to discuss the potential partnership. instructional strategies, and resources to al schools, colleges and tribal programs. educational organizations in the areas of 2. Keep in mind that any proposed pro- be used within the learning environment It encourages members of the school staff teacher preparation or staff development gram with objectives/outcomes identical d) link the program outcomes/goals to work with their counterparts in such that effectively impact the improvement to or similar to another external partner- to specifi c Nebraska State Standards for Language Arts, Mathematics and Science. State standards can be located on the Nebraska Department of Education website. e) determine an appropriate evaluation tool/instrument to measure the success of the program in increasing achievement 4. The Winnebago Public School District administration is authorized to investigate and determine if such programs should be included in the district. Programs selected will be consistent with Winnebago Public School District school improvement goals. 5. Programs may not have as their purpose the promotion of, or recruitment for, a particular religion, political group or organization. 6. If approved, the program must have on fi le with the school district a signed Memorandum of Understanding/Agree- ment before any instruction may occur.

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Ho-Chunk, Inc. Offers College Students Winnebago Head Start Recruitment is open! Scholarship Opportunities Sign up today for our 2012-2013 school year. WINNEBAGO, NE –. Ho-Chunk, Inc. the student’s reasons for applying to the is committed to provide various educa- scholarship program and for attending Applications can be pick up at Head Start or call (Iris or Barbara) tion and career enhancement programs college. The essay will also describe how 402 878-2200 we will get an application out to you. in the community. Ho-Chunk, Inc. the Winnebago culture and traditional For your child’s application to be complete and ready for the enrollment Higher Education Program will award values are infl uences in the student’s committee to review please submit a copy of the following, scholarships to full-time college stu- life and how they continue to be incor- with your child’s application: dents pursuing various careers such porated in the student’s college and/or Birth Certifi cate as Business, Tribal Management, Law career goals. Social Security Card and Economics in 2012. Winnebago Students may download an appli- Immunization Record - must be current & signed by your health provider Tribal members who live on or off the cation and requirements at the HCI Tribal enrollment if your child has an enrollment number Winnebago Reservation are encouraged Facts website www.hcifacts.com. They Parents 2011 W`2, Tax papers, to apply for the program. may contact Sharon Frenchman at Letter from your employer regular hours worked and hourly (gross) pay, Ho-Chunk, Inc. will select and pro- Ho-Chunk, Inc., 1 Mission Drive, Win- or a Letter from TANF worker. vide two-year scholarships for up to four nebago, NE 68071, 402-878-2809, or by The Winnebago Head Start Program does not and shall not discriminate on the qualifi ed candidates who are attending email [email protected]. basis of race, color, religion, cultural differences, and or disability. a four-year university, two-year college All applications and other required ma- or technical school. Each scholarship terials must be postmarked or delivered Nebraska Head Start age recipient will receive up to $2,000 per by hand to the, by 4 p.m. on June 1st, Eligibility has changed: Children must turn three years on or before July 31, year to help pay education costs. Part- 2012 in order to be accepted. 2012 to be age eligible. time employment at Ho-Chunk, Inc. or For more information con- subsidiary maybe available for students tact: during the program. Sharon Frenchman An additional requirement is added Ho-Chunk, Inc. to the program’s application process 1Mission Drive Join Us For for 2012. Applicants are required to Winnebago, NE 68071 submit a separate written essay with 402.878.2809 Winnebago Culture Night for Girls the application. The essay will describe [email protected] Every Tuesday & Thursday Grades 6th-12th Notes from the Administration: At the Winnebago Reformed Church 6-8 pm As the fi nal quarter of the school year begins, Winnebago Public School would Food, Fun, Games like to remind parents and guardians of the following. Meals and snacks are A chance to learn about the Winnebago Culture provided to all students throughout the day. Based on the school’s wellness policy, beverages (pop, PowerAde, Energy drinks, etc.) and snacks (chips, candy, etc.) should not be brought to the school. If these items are dropped off, the students will be able to pick them up at 3:20 p.m. from the offi ce. Also, for security purposes and school liability, all parents and guardians must person- ally enter the building to sign your child out. We appreciate your cooperation in these matters.

HO-CHUNK. INC BRINGS JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT TO CLASSROOMS WINNEBAGO, NE – Ho-Chunk, In partnership with businesses and Inc.’s efforts to enrich Winnebago educators, JA brings the real world youth continues by sponsoring the to students, opening their minds to Junior Achievement (JA) program in potential possibilities for their future 2012. The program will begin at the endeavors. end of March for all children in 4th through 6th grades in the Winnebago The Elementary Grade Programs Public School and 4th through 8th use sequential themes to teach stu- grades in St. Augustine’s Mission dents basic concepts of business, School. For the past seven years, personal fi nance and economics. El- Ho-Chunk, Inc. has brought the JA ementary students examine how they program to inspire and mentor young can impact the world around them as students in Winnebago. individuals, workers and consumers. The Middle Grade Programs build on Ho-Chunk, Inc.’s mission to pro- Elementary levels concepts and learn vide economic development and job about key economic and workforce opportunities for Tribal members is issues students will face. The Middle incorporated in the JA program. JA Grade Programs guide students on has a positive impact on young stu- how to resolve diffi cult decisions and dents and their future by empower- best prepare for their professional and ing them to achieve at their highest educational future. potential. By preparing students through the program, they will have All the programs are conducted the skills sets and knowledge to cre- by the volunteers, who are mostly ate their own path for success. Men- employees from Ho-Chunk, Inc. and toring young students will help them its subsidiaries. Volunteers are sched- become productive and contributing uled 5-6 sessions with the classroom members and leaders for the com- and necessary materials are provided. munity in the future. All sessions must be completed before the end of the school year. Volunteers JA creates a stimulating learning are not only limited to Ho-Chunk, Inc. environment by using hands-on cur- employees. All community members riculum to help students understand are welcomed and encouraged to vol- the economics of life. Students learn unteer in the program. the value of work-readiness, fi nancial To become a volunteer or for more literacy, skills and entrepreneurship. information regarding the JA pro- Exposing students to business – re- gram, please contact Melanie Parker lated concepts encourage students at Ho-Chunk, Inc. at 402.878.2809 or to explore their career interests. at [email protected].

Masthead Scene

Here’s a look from the ‘Lookout Point’ along the bluff line on the east edge of the Nebraska-Iowa border of the Winnebago Indian Reservation. What used to be lush timbers and black soil is now ravaged trees and sand ﬁ lled ﬁ elds of nothing. On this day the wind was so strong the river bottom looked almost desert like with the dust and sand blowing across the reservation plains. Page 6 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 Around Bago Mushroom Time is upon us

Morel mushrooms are er than the 40’s (5°C). Rain is important, among the most prized ed- too. Mushrooms like it warm and moist– ible wild mushrooms in the but not soggy. Morels grow where soil is world. Resembling a sponge moist yet well-drained– not oversaturated. on a stick, morels don’t look If you have a dry spring, the crop will be like ordinary mushrooms— sparse. If you have ample rain– but not or taste like ordinary mushrooms. Morels an unusually wet spring– the crop will be have a rich, creamy fl avor that is deli- plentiful. Many mushroom hunters know ciously earthy, nutty, steak-like– and it’s to head out after receiving warmer rains. this awesome taste that makes the morel Morels need moisture, warm days and mushroom No.1 with mushroom lovers. warm nights. It’s been said that “there is something Seasoned mushroom hunters will almost cruelly tantalizing about morels. swear by identifying particular types of No other mushroom in the world, save trees as the key to locating morels. Morels perhaps the white truffle of northern seem to particularly love the American Italy, offers quite the degree of fl avor and Elm, White Ash, Tulip Poplar and apple fragrance of a fresh morel.” The taste of trees. The American Elm has been greatly morels is exquisite and indeed addictive. eradicated due to Dutch Elm Disease, but The unique fl avor of the morel mushroom the yellow morel motherlode can usually is prized by gourmet chefs around the be found around Elms, particularly dead world for special menu options, and the ones, and old, overgrown apple orchards. results can be quite creative. There’s a reason mushroom hunters Morel mushroom hunting tips call it the “elusive morel.” Sometimes morel Early spring is the season for hunting mushrooms don’t grow back in the same morels. More than 50 million people in the spot the next year. Morels are masters of world hunt for morels every spring. Morels camoufl age, blending in with leaves, faded are most prolifi c in the U.S., though they grass and twigs. The trick to seeing morels can also be found in Russia, Australia, is to lie low, to scan the ground ahead of China, Romania, England, Pakistan and you to notice the distinctive morel shape. France. Morels grow in every state, every The oblique light of morning and late af- Canadian province and most countries ternoon often highlights morels that stick throughout the world. They thrive best above the leaf litter, making them easier to in climates with pronounced seasonal spot. Imprinting the image of the morel in changes your mind helps to see them more clearly. Spring is the season for hunting morels, The best advice is simply to get out there and they appear only briefl y, making the and look until you fi nd one. Once you’ve harvesting season very short. Of course, found one, you’ll fi nd others. Then when it spring is relative depending on where you becomes easier for you to fi nd this elusive live. In the U.S., morel mushroom season treat, you’ll be hooked on morel mushroom begins fi rst in California and the Pacifi c hunting for life. Northwest, then southern states, then And last but not least when mushroom concentrates roughly in the Midwest, hunting, carry your fi nds in a mesh bag. stretching to a few eastern states. Morels Mushrooms spread through the dispersal sprout from January to early June, with of spores, and the more spores you allow April and May being the peak season. them to drop the better the chances of Generally speaking, the best time to more mushrooms in the future! Baskets begin looking for morels is when daytime or paper bags don’t allow spores to spread, highs in your area have been in the 60’s so fi nd something with large holes in it. (15° to 21°C) , with nighttime lows no cold- Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 — Page 7 Native Star “Egg”Stravaganza! Page 8 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 Checks Still In Offi ce CHECKS STILL IN OFFICE Abrams, Carol Lee Garza, Barbara Ann Price, Ashley Alexis Tasso, Gary Dwain Adamson, Jennifer Lindsay Goette, Jr., Derrick Craig Price, Darlene Avis Tebo, Kelly Lynn Adamson, Joshua Royce Goldcaldova, Jane Priest, James Michael Terry, Ludguisha Shanta l Alexander, Candace Joy Grasty, Hay-na Tagar Procell=Gedyd, Jacqueline Terry, Twamar Theotis Archer, Asa O’Kelly Greer, Mario Andre Pablo, Jr., Terrence L. 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Lowry, Matthew Richard DeCora, Carlos Kelsey Lowry, Norman John Winnebago Vocabulary DeCora, Darian Leigh Madson, Renae DeCora, Marina Amanda Mallory, Christine Regina Here are some more Winnebago words from the little blue book that was DeCora, Phil Eldon Mallory, Thomas DeCora published by the Winnebago Tribal Council, and printed by me, well Nebraska DeCorah, Dennis Harrison Maney, Ilona Rose Tri-Tribal Graphics, about 30 years ago. Duncan, Skylar Rae Marashall, Allen Christian Hope you can pick up on some of them. Dunnam, Christopher Clay Mauro, Bradley Eugene Eagle Elk, Littlehawk Mauro, Matthew Lee Indian ...... Wonk Shik Espinoza, Douglas Mendoza McKee, Troy Alan Whiteman ...... Mi Xa da Etringer, Vaughn Richard McKenna, Daryl Ross White ...... Ska Fatland, Cosey Ray McKenna, Jonathan Dewell Black ...... Sape Feekes, Joseph Dylan Mitchell, Leo Dean Red ...... Shooch Feekes, Yvette Marie Mofsie, Louis Billingsley Blue ...... Cho Flanagan, Kelly Jo Nash, Lew Paul Salt ...... Ni sku Flowers, Joni Carol Navia, Angelina Theresa Pepper ...... Ski Flute, Anna Lee Nunez, Andre Santiago A. Sugar ...... Da ni zu Foster, Werdna Irene Otero, Mary Yvonne Corn Soup ...... Was ha Four Cloud, Roger A. Ott, Mary Theresa Bread ...... Wy skop Fourcloud, Ruth Elizabeth Pablo, Jr., Terrence L. Milk ...... Chay was ni Fowler, Susan Denise Painter, Mary Winona Butter ...... Chay was wa kinh ni Franck, James Palomino, Judith Patricia Egg ...... Wa neek getch gay Franke, Kathy Denise Pettibone, Andrea Kaye Big Momma ...... Na Nee Xete Fuller, Lisa Marie Pichardo, Floy Linda Big Daddy ...... Jaji Xete Furst, Lauren Elizabeth Pichardo, Kimberly Colleen Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 — Page 9 Community News

PROJECT WOSKA-PI NEWS A Winnebago Son… We want to congrat- ulate Willie Sandoval, for completing the Los Angeles Marathon! He BY: Kathy LaRose, Educator and 3rd grade students. The stories ses- is the ﬁ rst Winnebago sion help them to settle down and their to accomplish this. Project Woska Pi has educational behaviors change when the stories are sessions with all the children in Head being told. I think that the stories that Willie trained for 16 Start through 12th grade in the Win- Woska PI has put together have a big im- weeks. He completed nebago Head Start Program and the pact on our students. We do roll playing the 26.2 miles in 6 Winnebago Public Schools on a daily and pretend to be elders, the students hours, 48 min 10 sec. basis. One of the areas that the Woska- help the elders to sit down, walk, be At mile 17 he had Hale Pi Educators cover with all the students quiet, listen, open the door and to hold and Company drum- is RESPECT. All of the sessions are their hand while they are sitting down ming for him, which delivered with a cultural twist. The ses- and walking. The students all love the gave him courage and sions on RESPECT are delivered in the elders in their families and they always strength to continue order of; respect for yourself, respect tell us how much they love them. It gives on the grueling run. for grandparents, parents, teachers, them pride and they know that they are friends, other kids and property. being Woska Pi to their relatives. I would like to thank These lessons include stories about The two songs; Woska Pi (living in a all those that were animals, mother earth and our com- good way) and the Gisak (respect) songs there cheering for him munity. The students learn and want to are sung for the classes from Head Start since Mom and I where listen when it is storytelling time. These to the 3rd grade. The students love to not able to witness this sessions are mostly done with the Head sing and they sing loud! There are a lot spectacular event. Start through 8th Grade. Your children of hugs and cards of love given to the Mom and I are so love stories. educators. very proud of you! The High School students some- This is just a small part of what the Love mom, Ramona times are told stories that we tell to the educators are teaching your children Snake Sandoval and younger students and they enjoy them and we realize that many of you already your big sis Poopee!!! also. But mostly the stories that are teach your children in a Woska Pi way. shared with the older students, are the We are grateful for being able to spend real life stories of my teen years. Some time with your children, they are intel- stories are on the respect that I didn’t ligent, and humble young people. have for myself and how that led to mak- I am a Health Educator of Project Make A Difference In Your Community ing wrong choices , that affected my life Woska-Pi and I wanted to share with all and my loved ones. of you just a little of what Team Woska- DES MOINES, Iowa – Donating blood can have a major impact and on the I encourage you to think of learning Pi relay to your beautiful children. We lives of hospital patients in your community. Volunteer donors can make a stories your relatives told you and tell thank you for allowing your children difference by donating life-saving blood products for those in need. Every day, your children about your lives because to take part in our program and please more than 38,000 people need donated blood and it is estimated that 90% of the they are interested in how you grew up. know you are welcome to call or stop in population over the age of 70 will need donated blood at some point in their life. The lessons or stories all have a power- at anytime at the Woska-Pi Ofﬁ ce. ful message that can help the youth to You can make a difference by making a life-saving blood donation blood at make better choices for themselves. TOGETHER we will empower our the next Winnebago High School Blood Drive. The blood drive will take place The two age groups that we encoun- native youth to build a brighter future. on Friday, April 20, 2012 from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM in the Bus at Winnebago ter to be the most energetic are the 2nd Pinagigi. High School, Hwy 77 & 75. For more information or to schedule an appointment to donate, please contact LifeServe Blood Center at 800.287.4903 or visit www.lifeservebloodcenter.org. The Blood Center of Iowa joined operations with Siouxland Community Blood Bank in April, 2010 to become LifeServe Blood Center. As one of the 15th largest blood centers in the country, LifeServe Blood Center provides blood and blood products to more than 90 hospitals located across Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. LifeServe is committed to providing premier service to volunteer blood donors and access to a safe, quality blood supply for hospitals and patients. For more information about blood donation or to schedule an appointment to donate blood, call 800.287.4903 or visit www.lifeservebloodcenter.org.

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Athlete of the week

Trey Anthony Blackhawk, Proud Parents are Avery Black- hawk of Sioux City, Iowa and Patrice Bass of Winnebago, NE. Trey is an enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. He is a member of the Thunder clan. His Indian name is Waka ja jop jajapga meaning Summers Lighting. Trey is currently a junior at the Winnebago Public School. Trey participates in: Basketball and Track. Trey is on the J.U.S. high school basketball travel- be, his response was, “Just do ing team, and will be playing it”. And he wanted to mention on the AAU Nebraska Thunder that he likes shoes!! Team. He is currently unde- Good Luck Trey!! cided where he will be attending college. In previous years he made All Conference, All State and Honorable Mention. He was asked, If you could tell your team anything, what would it Page 10 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 Around Winnebago

WINNEBAGO TRIBAL COUNCIL TRIBAL COUNCIL Special Meeting – John Blackhawk, Chairman The White Mans Corruption January 24, 2012 Darwin Snyder, Vice Chairman of Thurston County Blackhawk Community Center Louis C. Houghton, Jr., Secretary Conference Room Travis Mallory, Treasurer Charles W. Aldrich The following arti- claims Singhaus had TRIBAL COUNCIL Morgan F. Earth cle is a continuing dealt with were for John Blackhawk, Chairman Lawrence Payer series on the the period prior Darwin Snyder, Vice Chairman Thomas E. Snowball, Sr. Winnebagoes to November 1, Travis Mallory, Treasurer Ramona C. Wolfe History here 1904, which Charles W. Aldrich IN ATTENDANCE in Northeast was when the Morgan F. Earth Jonnathan Audiss Lawrence Payer Norma Stealer Nebraska as Indian Office Thomas E. Snowball, Sr. Ron Nohr reported by instituted the IN ATTENDANCE Matilda Lincoln Dre Samuel- “$10-a-month” Darla LaPointe Frank Schersing son. Samuelson’s rule). Singhaus Claudine Farmer Janet Bird report was commis- wrote that he had Randy Redpath John Penn sioned in the mid 1980’s by made a cursory examination Peggy LaRose Jason Lawrence the Winnebago Tribal Council, his of some of the claims “and I have Eraine Saldana Keith Chamberlain Anthony Earth Lenore Snake research materials (National Archives) found them as unreasonable as the Tatanka Petite Avis Rice date back to 1895. claims which I settled.” TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT Lisa Chamberlain The Indian Offi ce sent Superinten- Louis C. Houghton, Jr., Leave Wanda Lewis Section 4 – The Scoville Inves- dent McFatridge the letter they had Ramona C. Wolfe, Leave Saralee Suarez tigation received from Attorney Singhaus, Ramona Baker asking that he come up with a plan CALL TO ORDER: Vice Chairman Kathy L. St. Cyr Statement of S.A. Mercure Darwin Snyder called the meeting to John White to “thwart the efforts Mr. Ashford will order at 10:08 a.m.. make to secure settlement of these OPENING PRAYER: Offered by Law- CALL TO ORDER: Chairman John That attorney wrote that in many questionable claims.” rence Payer. Blackhawk called the meeting to order instances he was convinced that the McFatridge wrote in February 14, AGENDA: Educare; WinnaVegas at 10:44 a.m.. Indians spent the cash they did re- 1907, asking that he be allowed to Casino. OPENING PRAYER: Offered by ceive for groceries instead of whiskey, travel to Washington, D.C. to con- MOTION: Lawrence Payer made a Thomas E. Snowball, Sr.. and he also believed that there were sult with Commissioner Leupp, as motion to adopt the Agenda as amended. AGENDA: WinnaVegas Casino; Ho Second by Charles Aldrich. Chunk Community Development Corpo- instances in which the coupon books he wrote he felt strongly that some Motion passed by unanimous consent ration; Village of Winnebago. had not been misused. “On the other steps should be taken to protect the (5-0-0) WinnaVegas Casino Hotel. hand I have, in many instances, set- Winnebagoes interests in regard to Educare. -Construction Update/Discussion. tled beyond a reasonable doubt that “accounts made, or supposed to have -Project Overview: Discussion. MOTION: Lawrence Payer made a other Indians have spent every cent been made by them since November MOTION: Travis Mallory made a motion to appoint Ron Nohr as the new borrowed for whiskey and have also 1, 1904.” motion to approve the Chief Financial WinnaVegas Casino Hotel Construction used coupon books in a like manner.” The Indian Offi ce denied his re- Offi cer’s Cash Flow Projection for the Manager; effective immediately. Second Educare Facility Construction. Second by Louis Houghton. By September 1, 1906, Sing- quest, believing that the matter could by Lawrence Payer. Motion passed by unanimous consent haus had come to terms with the be handled by correspondence, and Motion passed by unanimous consent (8-0-0). O’Connors, with the fi rm agreeing was not of sufficient importance (5-0-0) Ho Chunk Community Development to take 60% of their claims, while to warrant a personal visit by Mc- MOTION: Lawrence Payer made a Corporation. making concessions on a number of Fatridge. The Superintendent was motion to adopt Resolution #12-43; ap- -Grant Resolution: Discussion. accounts involving cash transactions persistent, however, and wrote on prove the Educare Facility Construction MOTION: Darwin Snyder made a mo- and eliminating all interest charges. Project. Second by Charles Aldrich. tion to adopt Resolution #12-44; amend March 1, 1907, that he had $250 in a Motion passed by unanimous consent Resolution #12-40 (ANA SEDS Strategic Singhaus fi gured with those provi- contingency fund that could be used (5-0-0). Plan Project); add additional language. sions the traders would realize about to pay his way. Administrative Business. Second by Travis Mallory. 55% of their claims. McFatridge’s letter also betrayed -Tribal Member Item: Jeff Cleveland Motion passed by unanimous consent The Ashfords had reduced their the impotence of the government to Issue; discussion on the request for as- (8-0-0). offer to settle at 75% to 62%, which deal with the problems on the reserva- sistance. MOTION: Darwin Snyder made a mo- Singhaus noted triumphantly proved tion. One plan that could be used, Mc- MOTION: Charles Aldrich made a motion to adopt Resolution #12-45; approve tion to refer the Jeff Cleveland assistance the submittal of the ANA SEDS Compre- him right in his previous statement Fatridge admitted, would be to deposit request to the Chief Administrative Offi - hensive Rehabilitation Plan Project Grant that Ashford’s threat to collect directly the Winnebago’s lease money in a cer to handle. Second by Travis Mallory. Proposal. Second by Lawrence Payer. from the Indians if the fi rm did not bank and allow it to be doled out only Motion passed by unanimous consent Motion passed by unanimous consent receive 75% of its claim was, in fact, in increments small enough to cover (5-0-0). (8-0-0). a bluff- “and when he understands claims which were either approved or Vice Chairman Snyder recessed the Chairman Blackhawk recessed the that he has been ‘called’ I think I were not signifi cant enough to rapidly meeting at 11:50 a.m.. meeting at 12:18 p.m.. will have no diffi culty in making a diminish their balance, as was done Vice Chairman Snyder reconvened the Chairman Blackhawk reconvened the meeting at 1:40 p.m.. meeting at 2:08 p.m.. settlement according to my notion of with the money derived from the (DS, TM, CA, ME, LP, TS) (JB, LH, CA, LP, TS) what he is entitled to and within my sale of inherited land. Singhaus had WinnaVegas Casino. Village of Winnebago. instructions.” mentioned this idea in his January -Bland & Associates Audit Report: -Updates on the following items. A little over two weeks later, on 16, 1907, letter, but had rejected it, Discussion. Four Inch Force Main for sewage September 17, 1906, Singhaus wrote as McFatridge did, because he didn’t (John Blackhawk in at 1:47 p.m.; as- lagoons, BIA/Pow Wow Grounds Water the Indian Offi ce that he was correct believe the Government could prevent sumes the Chair) Meter not installed, St. Augustine’s Lift in assuming Ashford would come to MOTION: Travis Mallory made a mo- Station Ownership, Water Plant Dehu- individual Winnebagoes from making tion to accept the Bland & Associates midifier, St. Augustine’s Water Loop terms. He reported that on September leases outside the agency offi ce due to Audit Report, Years Ended September System, St. Augustine’s Bill for water line 10, Ashford had phoned him to ask the fact that Indian could receive his 30, 2011 and 2010, for the WinnaVegas repair, Mast Purchase Property Develop- him to come to the Agency “and he money in a lump sum, as in the days Casino; further, accept the Minimum ments, Kelly Property water and sewer would settle with me satisfactorily… of the Flournoy Company. The fact Internal Control Standards Report, Year MOA, BIA/Pow Wow Grounds MOA, He came down and we figured up that neither of these two people, both Ended September 30, 2011, as present- Village Lift Station Capacity, Emergency everything and found that his claims in positions in which they should have ed. Second by Darwin Snyder. Operations Center, Senior Citizens street Motion passed by unanimous consent corner caving in, Traffi c Flow Change to November 1, 1904 amounted to been able to make accurate judgments (6-0-0). and Lowering Speed Limit, Train Whistle a little over $13,000, and we fi nally regarding questions on the Reserva- ADJOURN: Quiet Zone establishment, Water Tow- compromised on a basis of 56 1/2% tion, believed that the Government MOTION: Darwin Snyder made a mo- ers Inspections/Cleaning, Traffi c Lights throughout, after deducting all inter- could effectively deal with the threat of tion to adjourn at 2:19 p.m.. Second by MOA, Meters needed for Kelly Property/ est items that I could fi nd, which nets outside leasing, speaks very poorly for Lawrence Payer. BIA Pow Wow Grounds/Ho Chunk Vil- him about 56% which will save the In- the ability of the Federal Government Motion passed by unanimous consent lage, Test Wells for Geothermal Heat and dians within a few dollars of $6,000.” to control events on the Reservation. (6-0-0). Cool, Law Enforcement, Homes Total Ser- vicing Inventory, Flow Test on Ho Chunk However, a few months after Sing- At any rate, C.F. Larrabee, the Respectfully Submitted, Village Site and Annexation. haus was able to secure agreement chief deputy of the Commissioner, Darwin Snyder, Vice Chairman Law Enforcement. from both the Ashford and O’Connor fi nally relented when confronted with Winnebago Tribal Council -Updates. families, he wrote a letter to the Indian McFatridge’s letter, writing a terse Concur: Winnebago Housing Authority. Offi ce (January 16, 1907) in which he note to an Offi ce clerk which perhaps Louis C. Houghton, Jr., Secretary -Update on a future Security Program. said he had learned that John Ashford displays his weariness of the entire Winnebago Tribal Council ADJOURN: had plans to move with his family onto Louis Houghton excused at 3:55 p.m.; controversy. “O! let him come if he WINNEBAGO TRIBAL COUNCIL Quorum lost. the Winnebago Agency from Homer to has the dough to pay his way.” Special Meeting – collect between $7,000 and $8,000 January 25, 2012 Respectfully Submitted, in claims against various Winneba- To be concluded in the next issue Blackhawk Community Center Louis C. Houghton, Jr., Secretary goes where credit had been extended of WIN… Conference Room Winnebago Tribal Council since November 1, 1904 (the previous Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, March 31, 2012 — Page 11 Community Notices Library Aide Attention Winnebago Community:

Opening Date: March 19, 2012 The Winnebago Social Services program has made a few changes to the pro- Closing Date: Open until fi lled gram effective April 1st, 2012. Beginning hourly wage: $10.00 per hour FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE is available to all community members for the Position Title: Library Aide remainder of the fi scal year. Qualifi cations include the following: each client is Reports To: Library Director eligible to receive assistance once per quarter, must reside on the Winnebago Rank and Type: Support Staff, full time, permanent reservation and is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe. Clients who have previously received assistance through the program are still Purpose: With a collaborative approach, the Library Aide helps to staff the eligible for services for the remainder of the fi scal year. Assistance is available circulation desk during assigned hours, and works some evening hours, and pos- for Utilities, Shelter, Food and clothing. Income and household size does not sibly weekend hours. The Aide maintains circulation of library materials includ- determine eligibility for the program. ing periodicals, books and audiovisual materials and equipment. This is a varied The Social Services program was created to promote personal well-being, fam- clerical and customer service position which follows established procedures. ily unity, economic and social stability for all clientele. For any further details pertaining to the program, our offi ce is located at the Human Services building or please give Lynelle Freemont a call at 878-2495. Tasks: Strives to meet the objectives of the library and the college as established by the Library Director and others. Utilizes electronic databases for circulation of library materials, following established policies and procedures. Maintains confi dentiality of library records. WHS SPORTS SCHEDULE Assists to maintain security of library materials including print, audiovisual and electronic resources. Varsity Track Attends all college training sessions, staff meetings, and functions on or off 4/5 Ivan Krumwiede Invite-Homer A 10:00 campus when requested. 4/10 Cougar Invitie-Lyons A 10:00 Helps to maintain a clean and attractive library environment. JH Track Works at the circulation desk according to the assigned schedule, following 4/19 South Sioux City Invite A 1:00 routine procedures. 4/27 Oakland Invite A 3:00 Learns some of the basic functions of other library positions so in times of low staffi ng other positions’ tasks will continue to be done. Trains library users to use the electronic catalog. Con’t. from front page Greets patrons and answers the telephone as needed, routing calls and mes- Indianz.com… sages, and answering questions using good customer service skills. But I still stand by the fact that Get the Story: Assists to provide library services during late evening library hours as assigned. Tonto and his portrayal matter to Indian Adrienne K.: Why Tonto Matters (Na- Performs other related tasks essential to this function, as assigned. Country, and should matter to Indian tive Appropriations 3/16) Country. And here’s why. Related Stories: Qualifi cations: Position requires ability to: work easily with computers and as- Defenders of Depp-as-rodeo-clown- Ray Cook: Don’t take this Hollywood sociated technology; must work well with the public; complete tasks; pay attention Tonto’s arguments basically boil down business too seriously (3/16) to accuracy and detail; work with interruptions; maintain confi dentiality; maintain to the following: Tonto is a fi ctional Column: Tracking down the ‘real’ effective working relationships with fellow employees, other agencies, the public, character. The Lone Ranger is a fi c- Indians who played Tonto (3/16) and vendors; prepare reports; supervise assistants and volunteers; communicate tional movie. Johnny Depp is a great Column: Johnny Depp, ‘vague’ In- clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. The above knowledge, skills and actor. We should be glad to have him dian, plays Tonto on screen (3/8) abilities are usually acquired through a combination of education and/or experi- portray Tonto. No one thinks Tonto is ence equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of experience working in a representative of a real Indian. There are For these and more stories from public library, and a strong interest in reading. Must possess and maintain a bigger things to worry about in Indian around Indian Country visit us at www. valid driver’s license. Must be insurable by insurance company. Submit letter of Country, this is so trivial it shouldn’t indianz.com. application with resume, transcript(s), and three references, to Little Priest Tribal even be an issue.” College, Attn: Personnel, PO Box 270, Winnebago, NE 68071. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing WinnaVegas Design Committee Case No. CV12-066 Case No. CV12-073 In the Matter of the WinnaVegas is seeking 4 – 5 Tribal members to help select artwork for the Guardianship Petition of: In the Matter of the new hotel public spaces . We would like the committee to be made up of at least MARIA SCOTT Divorce Petition of: 3 Winnebago Seniors. If you are a Tribal artist, we would like your name and In Re: LUELLA REDDEST contact information. We are also looking for traditional Winnebago outfi ts. If J. E. (DOB 12-09-2005) vs you are interested in taking part in this committee, please contact Becky Armell TO:JENNIFER DREW, Mother JARAD REDDEST at (712) 428-7185. You are hereby notifi ed that a petition To:JARAD REDDEST: has been fi led for Guardianship and a You are hereby notifi ed that a Divorce HoChunk Renaissance Program hearing concerning the above referred petition has been fi led and a hearing Individual(s) in Case No. CV12-066 has concerning the above referred Case No. Elders Committee been scheduled and will be heard in the CV12-073 has been scheduled and will Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court (One Vacancy) Nebraska on the 30TH day of APRIL of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 24th day If you are interested in applying for this Committee, please pick up a Committee 2012 at the hour of 9:30 A.M. of MAY 2012 at the hour of 9:00 A.M. Application at the Administrative Offi ce. This will be advertised for thirty (30) days. CLOSES: April 5, 2012 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing Case No. JFJ12-011B Case No. CV12-074 Little Priest Tribal College The People of the Winnebago Tribe In the Matter of the In the Interest of: Guardianship Petition of: Board of Trustees T. M. (12-13-2011) LEISA GUERRERO To: EVA MCCAULEY, Mother In Re: (One Vacancy) LUIS GALLEGOS, Father L.W. (DOB 09-11-1997) If you are interested in applying for this Committee, please pick up a Committee Ap- To: ANDREW WOLFE, JR., Father plication at the Administrative Offi ce. This will be advertised for thirty (30) days. You are hereby notifi ed that a hearing You are hereby notifi ed that a petition CLOSES: April 19, 2012 for Initial Appearance concerning the for Guardianship and a hearing con- above referred minor individual(s) in cerning the above referred (Individual(s) Gaming Commission case no. JFJ12-011B has been sched- in case no. CV12-074 has been scheduled and will be heard in the Winnebago uled and will be heard in the Winnebago (One Vacancy) Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on If you are interested in applying for this Committee, please pick up a Committee the 1ST day of MAY 2012 at the hour the 26TH day of APRIL 2012 at the hour Application at the Administrative Offi ce. This will be advertised for thirty (30) days. of 9:30 A.M. of 9:00 A.M. CLOSES: April 19, 2012 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing Alcohol Advisory Committee Case No. CV12-045 Case No. CV12-044 WTON/CREDIT DEPARTMENT WTON/CREDIT DEPARTMENT (One Vacancy) vs. vs. If you are interested in applying for this Committee, please pick up a Committee ISAAC YELLOWBANK AMBER SAUL Application at the Administrative Offi ce. This will be advertised for thirty (30) days. To: ISAAC YELLOWBANK: To: AMBER SAUL: CLOSES: April 5, 2012 You are hereby notifi ed that a Small You are hereby notifi ed that a Small Claims Petition, in the amount of $72.48 Claims Petition, in the amount of has been fi led and a hearing concerning $242.24 has been filed and a hear- Educare Committee the above referred Individual(s) in case ing concerning the above referred no. CV12-045 has been scheduled and Individual(s) in case no. CV12-044 has (One Vacancy) will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal been scheduled and will be heard in the If you are interested in applying for this Committee, please pick up a Committee Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Application at the Administrative Offi ce. This will be advertised for thirty (30) days. 12TH day of APRIL, 2012 at the hour Nebraska on the 12TH day of APRIL, CLOSES: April 5, 2012 of 9:00 A.M. 2012 at the hour of 9:00 A.M. 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