Published Bi-Weekly for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska • Volume 50, Number 8 • Saturday, April 17, 2021 Bago Bits… Winnebago Land Transfer Act is Introduced into Congress

Congratulations to Winnebago’s back-to- back wrestling champion Zeriah George on another amazing accomplishment over the weekend of April 3rd. Zeriah was named GOLD ALL-AMERICAN and went 8-0 at the AAU National Duals in Des Moines, IA.

H.R.2402 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): To transfer administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal lands from the Army Corps of Engineers to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, to take such lands into trust for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, and for other purposes. | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

Fortenberry Introduces Win- Feenstra (IA-04) “I am glad to be United States District Court for nebago Land Transfer Act working with Reps. Fortenberry, the Northern District of Iowa On Apr 8, 2021,Washington, Davids, and Soto on this impor- Western Division and the United DC--Congressman Jeff Forten- tant legislation. This is another States District Court for the Dis- berry (NE-01) made the following example of government overreach trict of Nebraska. On the Tribe’s statement today upon his intro- that needs to be addressed, and appeal of the Nebraska case, the On behalf of the Winnebago Tribe, duction of the Winnebago Land our bipartisan effort is a step in United States Court of Appeals congratulations to our Winnebago Public Transfer Act. the right direction.” for the Eighth Circuit found that Health Department’s Medical Services “Several decades ago, land STATEMENT REGARDING THE the Corps illegally condemned Program and Public Health Nursing belonging to the Winnebago tribe WINNEBAGO LAND TRANSFER the land and that the land could Department for being recognized in the ACT only be taken by an act of Con- Great Plains Area 2020 Awards! of Nebraska was appropriated by the Arms Corps of Engineers for Winnebago, NE - The Winneba- gress but because the Tribe development. In 1976, a Fed- go Tribe of Nebraska applauds in- failed to properly preserve the eral court found that the United troduction of the Winnebago Land right to appeal, the court could States and the Corps lacked au- Transfer Act and the efforts of not order the return of the land. thority to take this land through Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R- On the Tribe’s appeal of the Iowa the eminent domain process. It’s NE-1) to return lands that belong case, the Eighth Circuit agreed time to make this right,” Forten- to the Winnebago people along with the Nebraska case but did berry said. the Missouri River. The lands fell not rule for the Tribe due to a “The Winnebago Land Trans- out of tribal ownership when the stipulation. fer Act is an important bill that federal government took them by The Tribe seeks Congress to returns to the Winnebago people eminent domain. The bill would right this historical wrong by this piece of Winnebago land. Ad- transfer lands currently held by returning title to Tract 119 and Winnebago Indian News joined Garan ditionally, hunters can continue the Army Corps of Engineers back Tract 210 to the Tribe. The Tribe Coons on Wednesday, April 7th for an to enjoy this prime spot along the to the Tribe. also seeks Tract 113 (which hourlong photography presentation that was held in the auditorium at Little Priest Missouri River through the Win- The bill is cosponsored by would become landlocked by Tribal College. nebago Tribe, Wildlife and Parks Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL-9), Rep. tracts 119 and 210 once returned Program,” Fortenberry added. Randy Feenstra (R-IA-4), and to the Tribe) that was privately “I am proud of the bipartisan Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS-3). owned (at the time of condem- effort from my colleagues Darren The Tribe is grateful for the bi- nation) and also condemned by Soto of Florida, Sharice Davids of partisan show of support to right the Corps. Kansas, and Randy Feenstra of this historic wrong for the Win- • Return of land is a priority Iowa to, again, make this right,” nebago people. for the Tribe. Fortenberry said. Winnebago Tribal Chairwoman • The Tribe was removed from Victoria Kitcheyan, Chairwom- Victoria Kitcheyan hailed the their original homelands several an, Winnebago Tribal Council bill’s introduction, “This is a great times in the last century. “Today the Winnebago people day. Congress has the power to • The Reservation was in- are a step closer to being made return what was taken from us. tended to be a final settlement, whole as Congress seeks to re- Congressman Fortenberry took however, the Tribe was further In celebration of National Public Health store our historic reservation the lead, and it means a lot to the dispossessed of their land by the Week, the Winnebago Public Health Department hosted “The Greatest Wealth lands back to the tribe. Thank Winnebago people.” Corps which is further injustice. is Health” virtual walk at the Land of you, Congressman Fortenberry, RESTORATION OF TRIBAL • No private landowners would Wellness in Winnebago on Friday, April Rep. Randy Feenstra, Rep. Dar- LANDS be impacted by the rightful 9th. Pictured from the WPHD is Richard ren Soto and Rep. Sharice Davids The Winnebago Tribe of Ne- transfer of the land back to the Kearnes and Felicia Masquat. for introducing this important braska (“Tribe”) seeks the return Tribe. legislation.” of lands that were taken by the • Neither the federal govern- Rep. Darren Soto (FL-09) United States Army Corps of ment nor the State of Iowa has “After decades of lost land, the Engineers (“Corps”). These lands made improvements to the land. Winnebago are one step closer were once part of an Indian res- • The State of Iowa collects to recovering what rightfully ervation created by a treaty and no tax on the land; the transfer belongs to them. I’m honored to condemned for Corps purposes in would be tax neutral. join Congressman Fortenberry the 1970s. The Tribe was wrong- • Two counties, the Corps and to right the wrongs of the past fully dispossessed of their lands the State of Iowa have raised no and bring justice to the people and seeks their rightful return. objections to returning these On Monday, April 12th, the Boys and Girls Club of The Hocak Nisoc Haci of Winnebago.” The Treaty of 1865 estab- lands. held a presentation at the Winnebago Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-3), lished the Winnebago Reservation • Only a portion of Tract 119 Public School for their summer program, Co-Chair, Congressional Native (“Reservation”) in northeastern was part of the Reservation so Educational Pathways to Student Suc- American Caucus Nebraska along the Missouri the Tribe requests only that por- cess. Presented by Gregory Bass III and Sandy “Macky” Scott. (Questions? Call “The Winnebago Land Transfer River. Due to shifts in the banks tion be returned. (See Map) 402-878-2112) Act is a vital piece of legislation of the Missouri River, portions of • Legislation, “Winnebago Land that returns the illegally con- the Reservation are now in Iowa, Transfer Act of 2017,” was intro- demned homeland of the Win- including tracts 119 and 210, duced by Rep. Steve King in the nebago Tribe, which could only the land the Tribe seeks to be 115th Congress (H.R.3688). be restored by Congress. This restored. • Legislation, “Winnebago Land corrects a decades-old error, and In the 1970s, the Corps con- Transfer Act of 2019,” was intro- I thank my colleagues for com- demned certain Reservation duced by Rep. Steve King in the ing together in this bipartisan lands, including tracts 119 and 116th Congress (H.R.184). Construction projects throughout Win- effort to uphold the federal trust 210 without congressional au- • The Tribe requests a hearing nebago have been making tons of responsibility by introducing thorization as required by law. on this matter. progress. Here is an updated look at the this bill.” Representative Randy The Corps sued the Tribe in the 2nd roundabout site, located North of Winnebago. (Read construction updates for main street in this issue.) Visit us at www.winnebagotribe.com Page 2 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 BAGO NEWS

Next WIN News Deadline: April 27th Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 — Page 3 TRIBAL NEWS

Winnebago Construction Update for 4/12 - 4/19 HO-CHUNK FARMS MAKES RECORD FARMLAND LEASE PAYOUT

Beginning this week, there will be weekly updates as work through the Black- hawk Center area is being done. We are laying pipe on the south end and anticipate completing the pipe work this week. Rough grading & subgrade prep will begin immediately after the pipe is laid. Ho-Chunk Farms employees Isaac Smith, Aaron La Point, Kadge Thomas and Jeffery Laying pipe at Mathewson the end of the week. Parking and pedestrian access Thomas Jr. stand in front of a grain bin that features the Winnebago tribal fl ag and the Ho- to the Blackhawk Center will remain unchanged this week. Chunk Farms logo. The ag subsidiary of Ho-Chunk, Inc. set a new farmland lease payout Pouring the remainder of the red stamped concrete early this week at the record in March. new traffi c circle on the north end. Finish grading operation from the school going north on the west side of the new paving. Permanent lighting is also being installed in this area. Ho-Chunk Farms made a record of Ho-Chunk, Inc. — has placed more farmland lease payout of nearly $1.4 tribal acres under its care, the payouts million to the Winnebago Tribe and have continued to increase. tribal members on March 1. LaPointe noted it makes fi nancial The Tribe received $946,673.76 sense for the Tribe to lease its acres for leasing 3,417 acres to Ho-Chunk to Ho-Chunk Farms since it would get Farms while tribal members received the same amount of money it would get $430,020.29 after it leased 1,870 acres from a non-Native farmer, but it would to the agricultural entity. Ho-Chunk also potentially receive part of the profi t Question of the Edition: Farms was started in 2012 to increase from Ho-Chunk, Inc.’s revenue. tribal agricultural land values. In addition to the fi nancial incen- Tribal farmland is leased to the tive, landowners that partner with What three movies never get old? public in a bid process managed by Ho-Chunk Farms also support Win- the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal nebago food sovereignty efforts, Native Land Management. Leases have histori- employment and higher than industry cally been less than fair market value. standard conservation efforts. Tribal policy allows Ho-Chunk Farms With the grounds it maintains, Ho- to match any high bid. Chunk Farms plants cover crops and “We want to help make sure our conducts grid sample soil assessments people get a competitive price for their to check fertility levels to decides on cash rent rate,” said Aaron LaPointe, inputs without making cost a factor. manager of Ho-Chunk Farms. “The Collectively, Ho-Chunk Farms man- reservation is surrounded by some of Nebraska’s most fertile crop ground ages about 6,000 acres and of those, and it’s only fair if the compensation more than 800 acres are USDA Certi- matches that quality.” fi ed Organic while another 130 acres As Ho-Chunk Farms — a subsidiary are in transition.

HO-CHUNK VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET Garan Coons Winona Leader Charge RETURNS FOR 2021 SEASON Winnebago Communications WIN Editor Offi cer

Wow! Hard question! I'm going Only 3? I will go with to have to say... 1. Practical Magic- “Sally Ow- 1) Thunder heart - "Walter Crow ens: I dream of a love that even time Horse: These are Ray-Bans, that's will lie down and be still for” a rock" 2. The Holiday- “Iris : You're sup- 2) Varsity Blues - "Billy Bob: I posed to be the leading lady in your sure do love that dog!" own life!” 3) Crossroads - "Willie Brown: 3. Lawless- Tom Hardy is in it… The blues ain't nothin' but a good enough said. man feelin' bad,"

Vince Bass wants the Ho-Chunk Vil- For any other item, a person simply lage Farmers Market to be the weekend has to request an application from Bass destination for Winnebago residents and return it to him. You can request looking to get fresh produce, acquire an application by emailing him at artisan crafts or fl ex their entrepre- [email protected] or fi lling it out online neurial muscle. bit.ly/3wCn2lb. The Farmers Market opens for its The Village Farmers Market opened third season at 10 a.m. on Saturday, in 2019 as part of a continued effort to April 17, and this is Bass’s third year address food sovereignty in Winnebago. Bethani Redhorn managing the operation. He moved The 4,644-square-foot pavilion was WIN Offi ce Manager it from Wednesdays to Saturdays in funded through grants, Ho-Chunk, hopes of attracting more customers and Inc., and the Ho-Chunk Community 1. Goodfellas – “Henry Hill: To vendors alike. This year’s season runs Development Corporation me, it meant being somebody in April 17-Oct. 2. Before the Village Farmers Market a neighborhood full of nobodies.” Between the coronavirus pandemic opened, Bass said Winnebago was a 2. Avengers: Endgame – “Tony and road construction, the 2020 Farm- food desert, which is an area where Stark: I love you 3000!” Christina Parker ers Market season was rough; however, it is diffi cult to purchase affordable 3. Bridesmaids: “Annie: help Desktop Publisher Bass is optimistic the date change and or quality fresh foods. He noted when me…I’m poor!” (if you never seen addition of fl ea market-style vendors he was younger a lot of families had a will be enough to turn things around backyard garden that supplied fresh this movie and you want to laugh, 1. The Devil Wears Prada – for the 2021 season. produce and the Farmers Market as I highly suggest this one.) “Please bore someone else with Additionally, visitors will still be able well as related initiatives such as do- your questions.” to buy produce, crafts and prepared nated garden beds and the cultivation 2. Clueless – “Rollin' with the food from vendors and Bass noted there of Indian corn are part of an attempt Homies” is still room for more. Any potential to remedy those challenges. 3. American Gangster – Denzel vendor who wants to sell baked goods, “We are not a food desert anymore,” is just simply DA BOMB! homemade candy, jams, jellies, needs Bass said. “It’s going to make a differ- to complete a certifi cation course. ence with our people.”

The next issue of the WINNEBAGO INDIAN NEWS will be published on May 1, 2021. DEADLINE for this issue will be April 27, 2021.

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JESUS OUR SAVIOR THE ART OF LOSING TRIBAL CHILDREN LUTHERAN OUTREACH

BY: Richard T. Walker "Why? Answer ~ COVID or Jesus" And some elected officials have not Our Winnebago (HoChunk) children when they are shown none? How can lived by the rules that they imposed on are sacred and should be protected at we teach our children to believe and act The question asked by many a person others. While you are suffering others all costs. Our children are the future solely on the truth when our current last year and this year as well is: 'Why?' have it made. leaders of our tribe, future doctors, system thrives on rumors and innu- The answer this past year was one word: However the pain that we are expe- future teachers, and it is up to us to endoes? Our Judges, our prosecutors COVID. Why didn't I get to go to school, riencing in this world is nothing com- nurture them and raise them in a good and lawyers are not from here. They or work, or graduation, or to the movies, pared to the suffering of the second way. We must teach them to be fair and are not native, and their mentality that the zoo and the list goes on and on. The death - total and endless separation not to be judgmental. We must teach they exhibit to our children are not our answer was - COVID. from God and His love. God's Word of- them to be spiritual in all their actions traditional teachings. Our traditional Why do people suffer in this world? fers you a completely different answer and how they conduct themselves. people would never take our babies, our Why do people die? COVID brought to suffering - Jesus! Our children are not bad kids. Like young ones, the future of our Tribe, our death to the forefront. Peter, one of Jesus' inner circle dis- every place in the world, we too have very children from a family that loves For some it brought them closer to ciples, who had caused Jesus much a few wowunk ones in our midst, but them and lock them up in a prison built God. For most it moved them to avoid anguish and suffering taught the fol- not all our children exhibit this type in white communities and throw away others - God included. Why God includ- lowing truth to his fellow brothers and of behavior. The men folk in our tribe, the key. THAT IS NOT HOW WE ARE! ed - well He could have done something sisters in Christ: 'To this you were traditionally, take our children aside Workers not wanting to take the time to to stop it! called, because Christ suffered for you, and speak with them, explain their simply be nice to our children as if they The evil one uses suffering to cause leaving you an example, that you should actions and what it does and how it were their own. Instead, our children not only pain but division. Households, follow in his steps. “He committed no affects themselves, their family, our are subjected to visual signs of getting families become divided. When troubles sin, and no deceit was found in his people and the Tribe. We have gotten rid of them, and not wanting to take the and trials come our way - we look for mouth.”When they hurled their insults away from that in these modern times. time to reach out to the children, and someone or something to blame. Seldom at him, he did not retaliate; when he Our Tribal Courts are quick to send analyze the root of the problem. do we realize that our actions or reac- suffered, he made no threats. Instead, our children, as young as 10 years old, What are we doing by turning our tions are within our control. he entrusted himself to him who judges to children prisons such as Cherokee children over to white people that have Instead we lash out - and say things justly. He himself bore our sins in his Juvenile Center. We have one 10 year no feelings towards Indian Children… that we shouldn't say. We do things we body on the tree, so that we might die old HoChunk child that has been the same attitude when the govern- know we shouldn't do. We eat more than to sins and live for righteousness; by locked up for thee (3) months, with- ment forcibly took our children from we should and put on weight and then his wounds you have been healed. [1st out a touch from his Mom, Dad, and our homes and sent them off to board- get upset with ourselves and others. We Peter 2:21-24 NIV] Konika. He can’t get a hug from them ing schools far away from all that they bing watch - probably things we should The devil means suffering for evil and and he cries every time he receives a know. Leaving many broken hearts, es- not watch and move further and further uses it to separate one from another, visit and it is time to leave. This place pecially our children that must now feel away from others - and God. and one from God. God uses suffering houses many children from different unloved and unwanted by the Tribe in We compare our lives to others. For to draw us closer and closer together. As places and some of these older kids are which they are enrolled and the people the rich and the famous they seem to well as closer and closer to God. I close indeed mentally malfunctioning and they grew up with and their very own weather the COVID storm well. They with this question - has COVID driven often exhibit violent behavior. Many family that raised them. What have we have their private pools, recreation ar- you further from others and God; or has of these children have been abused become? What can we do about it? How eas, even in house movie theaters. They it draw you closer and closer to God and in many forms and they believe that can we change this type of mentality have their house keepers and cooks. to one another? is how the world works, and how it is that is destroying our families? How supposed to be, so they prey on the many of our children, RIGHT NOW, younger ones. Our Tribal children are have been forcibly taken from our fami- not accustomed to this type of behavior lies by reasons of rumor and innuen- to which they are now subjected to. does and we the family are helpless to WPS Star Student Our children become scared or don’t do anything about it. Our complaints know what to do or what is expected of and requests are going to deaf ears and SJ Zach them when they are subjected to this seemingly uncaring people that are the SJ Zach is Mrs. Finzen’s 4th grade behavior. They often go off someplace powers that be. Star Student. SJ went above and be- to be themselves and cry inside yet Too often we underestimate the yond this week showing empathy for still try so hard to appear strong to all power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, another student. We all know that others. But what is important here is a listening ear, an honest compliment, compassion and kindness can improve what this is doing to them mentally. or the smallest act of caring, all of which a student’s overall health, well-being, This is taking the Tribal psyche of be- have the potential to turn a child’s life and relationships, as well as academic ing a family away from them and are around. Our old ones have said: “… achievement. This is what SJ demon- replacing in their mental state with abuse no one, especially a child, for this strated this past week. confusion of how things are in life, but abuse turns your wisdom to that of a When students like SJ show com- also how life is supposed to be. fool, and it robs the Spirit of a child of passion and kindness to fellow stu- Our children now have the feeling their vision and potential. Those who dents it strengthens our school com- of abandonment by their family and abuse them tear at the fabric of our munity. Too often we get busy with the tribe, which basically they are. society and weakens our Tribe and our daily lives and underestimate the Our children are unable to get a touch our Nation.” power that a touch, smile, kind word, or hug from their Mom’s and Dad’s, Something needs to change when it listening ear, compliment, or small- Konika’s and Choka’s. They cannot be comes to our children being taken away est act of caring may have on another comforted in any way, shape, or form. from our people. That change is only person. They cannot reach out and even touch going to come from us, we the people. SJ will tell you that kindness is their hands! Our Tribal children need I sometimes wish that grown human simple. I know that is something we this, no matter where they are. They beings were more like children, who are can all celebrate. feel helpless and now are learning to naturally open and accepting of others. Everyone carries a bucket throughout life. If you are kind, you will fi ll other survive by the law of the jungle… only Instead, as we grow up, we fail to nur- people’s buckets as well as your own. This week SJ did a lot to fi ll his bucket the strong survive. ture our natural potential, our sense of as well as the buckets of others in his class. “The Hill” as it is called was built fundamental human values. The ones to keep our children home and close that matter most are the children. They to their families and subject them to are true human beings. the Tribal Traditions that teach our Bring our children home… reunite children what is expected of them as the families… Our children need to be being a family member, where they shown that they are special and need Garden Update come from regarding the family rela- to be told that. Our children need the Week of April 12, 2021 tionships throughout our illustrious touch and a hug from one of their history. There are many aspects of our parents and from their Choka’s and A strap is wrapped around the Tribal Traditions that was supposed to Konika’s, and they must continually tree and the ends of the strap are be taught, but are not. Why? be encouraged by the people. Every mated together. Then wire or rope The focus of our children is a neu- child deserves a champion, an adult is threaded through holes punched tral, generic, non-tribal form of pun- who will never give up on them, who in the strap ends and attached to ishment, often times to the extreme. understands the power of connection, a nearby stake. Small trees are How can we teach our children com- and insists that they become the best passion when they are not shown any? that they can possibly be. We don’t do stabilized with just one stake while How can we teach our children fairness this anymore… two to three stakes can be used for larger trees. If possible, the position of the strap should be located on the lower 1/3 of the tree to allow trunk movement, which is neces- sary to develop a strengthening Kathleen Cue, Nebraska Extension trunk taper while still stabilizing Horticulture Educator in Dodge the root ball. Wooden stakes, ap- Reminder: County propriate for smaller trees, should be at least 2 inches by 2 inches. In Staking Newly Planted Trees The library has reopened to the public as of 4/5 and we areas of high winds or with larger Confusion surrounds the health- trees, metal fence stakes should be are welcoming our community back. Also, if you come in and iest way to stake newly-planted used. As a safety concern, stakes trees to stand up to fi erce winds receive one of our new library cards we will wipe your previ- should always be placed within the while fostering good root growth. tree’s mulch bed to increase their ous debt up to a certain amount and will work with you to The old method, seen much too visibility. Staking too high or too remove the rest (subject to the Coordinator). Computers are often still, of snaking wire through tightly leads to trunk breakage and a section of garden hose to wrap tree failure. As a fi nal step, staking open to the public as well and check out our Facebook page around trunks and branches is materials should never be left on (LPTC Public Library) for news on upcoming events! highly injurious to trees. This ill- for longer than one year. Be sure to advised technique digs into tree mark the calendar to ensure this conductive tissues and, left in place important task is completed. The library is also acting as an Art gallery in celebration too long, shuts down sugar trans- •Research by Colorado State port from the leaves to the roots. of Earth Week and partnering with LPTC Extension, Angel University Extension on the under- Roots then become starved of sug- ground stabilization technique uses De Cora Museum and Research Center, and LPTC Student ars necessary for certain functions, two to three wood dowels driven like existing. Services. Please contact Eleanor Brasfield at 402/878/2380 through the edge of the root ball into Small trees, those less than 5 the ground. This prevents rotation ext. 108 for more information. feet tall and not in windswept con- of the tree’s root ball and no addi- ditions, may not need any staking tional staking is required. There are at all. Realistically, we live in an no materials to remove later as the In addition, swing by and check out the new children sec- area associated with lots of wind, dowels will decompose over time. tion and the changes that were made including a new bath- so when staking trees, there are Along with watering during dry several good ways to stabilize them room on the second floor. If you have any questions, please periods and utilizing 2-4 inches of that are less likely to cause long- wood chip mulch around newly- contact Tripp Letterman at 402/878/2380 ext. 128. term damage. planted trees, good tree establish- •Stake new trees using broad ment is ensured when trees are strapping material, made of bur- staked correctly. lap, denim, nylon mesh, or canvas. Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 — Page 5 TRIBAL COUNCIL MINUTES

...cont. from last issue Alan Post mation only. Halfway House completion [Aric in at 10:21 a.m.] Michelle Picotte April 15, 2021. TRIBAL COURT CONTRACT: fi ve-signature adopting resolution #21- Leta Gorrin HUMAN RESOURCES: ACTION ITEM: APPROVE ASSOCI- 67: Federal Transit Administration Des- Kellie Snow KEY EMPLOYEE CONFIRMATION ATE JUDGE CONTRACT ignated Offi cials. Thelma Whitewater Cecelia Earth Rona Stealer motioned to approve Louis LaRose motioned to adopt seconded. Kiva Harden-Free THE Benefi ts Eligibility – Key Employee resolution #21-75: Approving Dami VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Mary Bear-Tashquinth List for Human Resources Department. Oluyole Independent Contractor Agree- Motion carried. D.C. McCauley Louis LaRose seconded ment for Judicial Services. Rona Approve the AIHRC-Organizational Char Richardson VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Stealer seconded. Chart 2021 Revision Barbara Eagle Motion carried. VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Coly Brown motioned to ratify the TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: PLANNING DEPARTMENT: Motion carried. fi ve-signature approving the AIHRC – John Snowball (leave) Thelma Whitewater motioned to [Brian out at 11:01 a.m.] Organizational Chart 2021 Revision. CALL TO ORDER: Chairwoman adopt resolution #21-74: Center for ENROLLMENT RESEARCH UPDATE: Louis LaRose seconded. Kitcheyan called the meeting to order Rural Affairs SARE Research and Training scheduled for March 30, VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain at 10:05 a.m. Education project, Restoring Nebraska 2021. Motion carried. OPENING PRAYER: Louis LaRose Neglected Apple Orchards through a Power point will be available. Approval to update the Winnebago offered the opening prayer. Sector-Specifi c Academy: Focusing on How to handle applicants who were Heating/Cooling Assistance Guidelines APPROVE AGENDA: Sustainable Production and Innovative adopted. Rona Stealer motioned to ratify the Planning Department Business Development. Aric Armell HEARTH ACT RESEARCH: Update fi ve-signature approving the Winnebago Aric Armell motioned to approve the seconded. information only. Heating/Cooling Assistance Guidelines. Agenda with additions. Rona Stealer VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain HEMP UPDATE: March 16, 2021 Thelma Whitewater seconded. seconded. Motion carried. was the Live Update. VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE:(6) yes (0) no (0) abstain HUMAN SERVICES: TREASURY COMMENT LETTER Motion carried. Motion carried. CLIENT SATISFACTION SURVEY- DUE MARCH 24, 2021: Approve Administrative Leave for CEO ITEMS: DISCUSSION APPROVE WTN POSITION ON RE- Employees attending Girls High School TRAVEL APPROVALS Information and update only. MAINDER OF CARES ACT FUND DIS- State Basketball games. Information only. Human Service JOB DESCRIPTIONS (2) AND ORG TRIBUTION Coly Brown motioned to ratify the employee to complete CFS work. CHART APPROVAL Lorelei DeCora motioned for the fi ve-signature approving Administrative CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thelma Whitewater motioned to ap- Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska to submit Leave for Employees attending Girls Introduction of new employee: Ly- prove the updated Organizational Chart comment to the Department of Treasury High School State Basketball games. nelle Blackhawk, CAO; offi ce located at and Human Services Offi ce Manager on the remainder of CARES ACT funds Rona Stealer seconded. the BHCC in the Lobby. position for Human Services. Louis to use, Economic Indicators such as; VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain ANNUAL EVALUATION: Due in De- LaRose seconded. number of employees, lost revenue, and Motion carried. cember, asks Tribal Council to schedule VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain administrative burden. Approve the purchase of Jackets her evaluation. Motion carried. Aric Armell seconded. for the Winnebago High School Girls HO-CHUNK RENAISSANCE: Aric Armell motioned to approve the VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Basketball Team and Coaches TRIBAL FLAGS Child & Family Services Permanency Motion carried. Louis LaRose motioned to ratify the Aric Armell motioned to approve Caseworker position for Human Ser- ADJOURN: fi ve-signature approving the purchase the Estimate from All Flags, etc. for vices. Thelma Whitewater seconded. Louis LaRose motioned to adjourn. of Jackets for the Winnebago High $2,940.71 to purchase form Tribal VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Aric Armell seconded. School Girls Basketball Team and Flags. Louis LaRose seconded. Motion carried. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Coaches. Rona Stealer seconded. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE – HOTEL Motion carried. VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Motion carried. STAYS Chairwoman Kitcheyan adjourned Motion carried. Chairwoman Kitcheyan invites Ho- (Brian out at 1:00 p.m.) the meeting at 11:34 a.m. Approval of Marc bird request for Re- Chunk Renaissance to the Cultural Discussion on meeting the needs of imbursement for tilling of drainage from Presentation by Boye Ladd on April 3, an emergency that occur after hours, Respectfully submitted, Trailers Run off into his garden area. 2021 at LPTC Auditorium. holidays, or weekends. Teresa Littlegeorge, Brian Chamberlain motioned to PHYSICAL RESOURCE-CONSTRUC- Louis LaRose motioned to direct Hu- Executive Assistant ratify the fi ve-signature approving the TION MANAGEMENT: man Services Director to work with the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Marc Bird request for Reimbursement ASSISTANT PHYSICAL RESOURCE CFO to identify funding and guidelines CONCUR: for tilling of drainage from Trailers Run DIRECTOR & ORG CHART APPROVAL to expand our emergency assistance. Lorelei DeCora, Secretary off into his garden area. Louis LaRose Coly Brown motioned to approve the Thelma Whitewater seconded. Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska seconded. Assistant Physical Resource Director VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain position. Lorelei DeCora seconded. Motion carried. Motion carried. OBJECT: Louis LaRose LEGAL REFERRAL-EXECUTIVE NEW BUSINESS: VOTE: (2) yes, LD, CB (1) no, LLR SESSION WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA Law Enforcement & Fire Department (3) abstain, TW, RS, AA Motion carried. Aric Armell motioned to go TREASURER’S REPORT MEETING not present. Added to the agenda due Lorelei DeCora motioned to approve into Executive Session at 1:16 March 31, 2021 to their meeting being postponed. the amended Organizational Chart for p.m. Rona Stealer seconded. TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS: Physical Resources as presented. Coly VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: Five Signature Policy: discussion Brown seconded. Motion carried. Victoria Kitcheyan only. OBJECT: Louis LaRose Louis LaRose motioned to come out Brian Chamberlain Pow-wow Committee VOTE: (4) yes, LD, CB, TW, AA (1) of Executive Session at 2:12 p.m. Rona Coly Brown Thelma Whitewater motioned to no, RS (1) abstain, LLR Motion carried. Stealer seconded. Lorelei DeCora advertise for the (8 members) Pow- Lorelei DeCora motioned to move VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Rona Stealer wow Committee for two weeks. Brian all land files, deeds, along with our Motion carried. Aric Armell Chamberlain seconded. staff from the BIA offi ces to the Physi- ADJOURN: Louis LaRose VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain cal Resources building. Louis LaRose Aric Armell motioned to adjourn. Thelma Whitewater Motion carried. seconded. Rona Stealer seconded. OTHERS PRESENT: Cultural Presentation VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Alan Post Social Distance Audience, Live Motion carried. Motion carried. Mayan Beltran Stream, March 30, 2021 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Chairwoman Kitcheyan adjourned Billie Kitcheyan Brian Chamberlain motioned to Highway 77-75 update, information at 2:13 p.m. Brandon Stout authorize the Chair to take all actions only. Damon Payer necessary to fulfi ll the request to give Weight limit signs for the road to the Respectfully submitted, Danelle Smith a Cultural Presentation. Rona Stealer river are still in process. Teresa Littlegeorge, Kim Friloux seconded. EDUCATION: Executive Assistant Lynelle Blackhawk VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain EDUCATION PLAN CONCUR: Teresa Littlegeorge Motion carried. Louis LaRose motioned to approve Lorelei DeCora, Secretary Cecelia Earth ADJOURN: the Education Plan as presented. Rona Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Keely Purscell Brian Chamberlain motioned to Stealer seconded. Winnebago Tribal Council Tyresha Wolfe adjourn the meeting. Rona Stealer VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Erika Dunn seconded. Motion carried. Kellie Snow VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain EDUCATION CODE Esther Mercer Joy Johnson Motion carried. Discussion only. Already approved. WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA Michael Michaud Chairwoman Kitcheyan adjourned EDUCARE SCHOOL CLOSING POL- GENERAL COUNSEL MEETING Mike Means the meeting at 9:29 a.m. ICY March 24, 2021 Aric Armell motioned to approve the Kiva Harden-Free Leon Rozeboom Respectfully submitted, amended Educare School Closing Policy. TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: Brad Knepper Teresa Littlegeorge, Louis LaRose seconded. Victoria Kitcheyan TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: Executive Assistant VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Lorelei DeCora John Snowball (sick leave) Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Motion carried. Rona Stealer CALL TO ORDER: Chairwoman CONCUR: TRIBAL COUNCIL ITEMS: Thelma Whitewater Kitcheyan called the meeting to order Lorelei DeCora, Secretary TRIBAL ELDER ADVOCATE/SUP- Louis LaRose at 9:04 a.m. Winnebago Tribal Council PORT SERVICES Coly Brown OPENING PRAYER: Rona Stealer Brian Chamberlain motioned to es- Brian Chamberlain (in at 10:07 offered the opening prayer. tablish a Tribal Services Department; a.m.) APPROVE AGENDA: Assisted living advocate. Louis LaRose Aric Armell (in at 10:21 am) Aric Armell motioned to approve the seconded. OTHERS PRESENT: WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA agenda with additions. Rona Stealer VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Kellie Snow CEO REPORT seconded. Motion carried. Teresa Littlegeorge March 23, 2021 VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Brian Chamberlain motioned to di- Jennifer Bear Eagle Via GoTo Webinar Motion carried. rect CAO, CEO to create a tribal mem- Tyresha Wolfe WINNEBAGO COMPREHENSIVE ber service department. Louis LaRose Tammy Littlewalker TRIBAL COUNCIL PRESENT: HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS FINANCIAL seconded. Esther Mercer Victoria Kitcheyan REPORT: VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Erika Dunn Lorelei DeCora Billing & Collections Motion carried. Cheri Redhorn Rona Stealer Louis LaRose motioned to ap- Brian Chamberlain motioned to di- Garan Coons Coly Brown prove the WCHS Financial Re- rect CEO and CAO to return administra- Lynelle Blackhawk Thelma Whitewater port. Aric Armell seconded. tive procedures for the Tribal Member Cecelia Earth Aric Armell VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Service Department within 90 days. D.C. McCauley Louis LaRose Motion carried. Rona Stealer seconded. Keely Purscell Brian Chamberlain WINNAVEGAS REPORT: VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Tiffany Buchanan OTHERS PRESENT: Louis LaRose motioned to approve Motion carried. Wendy Helgemo Esther Mercer the February 2021 WinnaVegas Finan- Brian Chamberlain motioned to au- Alan Post Joy Johnson cial Report. Rona Stealer seconded. thorize CEO and CAO to work with the TRIBAL COUNCIL ABSENT: Amy LaPointe VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain Tribal Treasurer to develop program John Snowball (leave) Keri LaPointe Motion carried. funding and return in 60 days for Tribal CALL TO ORDER:Chairwoman Erika Dunn Promotional Summary report for Council approval. Kitcheyan called the meeting to order Kim Sulsberger February 2021 presented by Michael Thelma Whitewater seconded. at 10:01 a.m. Chiara Cournoyer Michaud. VOTE: (7) yes (0) no (0) abstain OPENING PRAYER: Thelma White- Lewis St. Cyr ACTION ITEMS: Motion carried. water offered the opening prayer. Crystal Snowball $100,000 Roll for Dough Thursdays WORKPLACE VIOLENCE APPROVE AGENDA: Lynelle Blackhawk in May 2021. Brian Chamberlain motioned to di- Coly Brown motioned to approve the Ireta Blackbird Coly Brown motioned to approve rect the CEO to develop a Workplace agenda. Rona Stealer seconded. Peggy LaRose the request from WinnaVegas Mark- Violence Policy. VOTE: (6) yes (0) no (0) abstain Ron Nohr ing Department: Re: $100,000 Roll for Rona Stealer seconded. Motion carried. Tina Lewis Dough Thursdays in May 2021. Thelma VOTE:m (7) yes (0) no (0) ab- STANDING UPDATES: Tyresha Wolfe Whitewater seconded. stain Motion carried. IOWA LAND LEGISLATION UPDATE Teresa Littlegeorge DEPARTMENTAL SPOTLIGHT [Brian in at 10:07 a.m.] (BC in at 11:00 a.m., out at 1:00 ALCOHOL PROGRAM: Crystal Snow- OPIOID LITIGATION Cont. in next issue... p.m.) ball presents about the program. Infor- FLOOD CASE Page 6 - Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 SMALL TRIBAL BUSINESS

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LITTLE PRIEST TRIBAL COLLEGE

Little Priest Tribal College gets new buildings and updates classrooms

ber 2019. He was named president of Little Priest now has students as far the college last April, in the middle of away as Utah and Arizona taking the pandemic's harsh early phase. online classes. "I remember March 16, 2020, we The college's enrollment this year had to go completely online, and just dipped slightly, to 113, compared to like many other colleges and univer- 121 last year. Patil said that Little sities and schools, nobody is ready Priest's decision to suspend its ath- for online instruction, especially for letic program through fall 2022 like- our student population, they like to ly played a role in that. Eighty-fi ve have the face-to-face instruction," percent of the students are Native Patil said, snapping his fi ngers to Americans, and the overwhelming indicate how abruptly the change majority of the student population was made. "I can only imagine what is eligible for Pell Grants and other students went through." fi nancial aid. Students seldom have Initially, remote learning did not out-of-pocket costs. work perfectly. A signifi cant segment This year, Little Priest began of students did not have Internet facilitating tuition-free dual-credit access at their homes, and roughly courses for Nebraska high school 25 percent took an incomplete grade students, so that they can earn or dropped out of their courses. It course credits through the col- appears that some of them had as- lege. Were it not for that, Patil said, sumed in-person learning would enrollment fi gures would likely be resume during the summer semester. under 100. "Honestly speaking, the online in- Enrollment at Little Priest has Mason Dockter Mar 28, 2021 The tribe is expected to be trans- struction is not for everybody," Patil been remarkably steady over the Sioux City Journal fer the land to to the college soon. If said. years, Patil said -- he made a long and when that happens, Patil has his In the summer, after the school fl atline gesture with his arm when WINNEBAGO, Neb. -- Manoj plans at the ready. (The Winnebago received its CARES Act funding and describing the size of the student Patil likes to say that the gush of Tribe is one of the college's main money from the American Indian population over time. But he has emergency funding brought on by supporters, and the tribe selects the College Fund, Little Priest got to work plans to change that. the COVID-19 pandemic worked college's board of trustees, who have repairing some of the issues that had "I see that as an opportunity, and wonders at the Little Priest Tribal to be members of the tribe.) plagued them in the spring. Stu- a concern," Patil said. "The concern College. Developing the 10 acres -- making dents now receive laptop computers is, why it's not going up. The op- "People laugh at me when I say the campus substantially larger -- is from the college and can have their portunity is, we have a lot of room this: This has actually been the a major element of Patil's fi ve-year Internet bills paid by the college. to grow right now." best thing for us," Patil said in an plan for Little Priest. He wants to add Paycheck Protection Program funds, Little Priest offi cials have been interview last month. "And I know a student center, a new cafeteria and meanwhile, enabled the college to actively working to engage other col- it's a weird thing for me to say, but other building on that land, possibly retain its 50 employees. leges and universities in "articula- college never had this amount of including a wellness center -- mostly "That's why I'm grateful for the tion agreements" to add new pro- funding, ever." things that would boost the quality CARES Act funding and the COVID grams, whereby the coursework in Patil, 42, the president of Little of life for students, thus boosting funding. Without that, I do not know certain subjects are shared between Priest, said that the small college enrollment. where we would be," Patil said. The colleges to some extent. Under these has received things they probably "That's where we're going to grow school also gets funding from the agreements, Little Priest students would have ordinarily struggled to the campus," he said. U.S. Department of Education and can readily transfer to those schools obtain -- two new buildings, mas- The 25-year-old college in Win- from the Bureau of Indian Education to complete a four-year degree (and sive upgrades to their classrooms nebago got a new dormitory and -- "Thank God for these two agen- beyond) if they so wish. -- had it not been for the pandemic a new IT building in the closing cies," Patil said. Perhaps most intriguingly, Lit- funding. While other post-secondary months of 2020, thanks largely to Existing classrooms also got tle Priest has added a new "Can- schools dealt with hundreds of various stimulus measures. They substantial upgrades. They're now nabis Studies" program starting infections, Patil said that only six now have a total of nine buildings, outfi tted with HyFlex video tech- in the fall, through an articulation individuals at Little Priest contract- including a building in the Village nology, which Patil spoke about at agreement with Doane University ed the virus. Market for community workshops length. The $200,000 HyFlex sys- in Crete, Nebraska, wherein stu- "We got tremendous funding from and classes. tem of cameras, video screens and dents learn how to grow and tend the CARES Act, COVID funding, and The new dormitory was being used microphones makes for a much to cannabis plants, how to main- we are delighted," Patil said. by the Twelve Clans Unity Hospital neater online learning experience for tain a hemp farm and extract the The college is anticipating even early this year as overfl ow for indi- students -- they can see the class- THC and CBD from marijuana. more money after the passage of viduals and families in quarantine room's whiteboard on their computer With the addition of the cannabis the $1.9 trillion American Rescue and isolation. By the fall, the dorm screens as if it were directly in front program, Little Priest will offer a Plan this month: perhaps as much is expected to be used for student of them and readily ask questions of total of seven majors. They're also as $8 million from the Department housing, rather than as an ancillary the instructor. trying to put together programs of Education and the Department medical facility. "It's an amazing technology," Patil in agriculture science, business of the Interior, on top of the money Patil, who was born in India and said. Classes are at present being and chemistry -- they're hoping from last year. immigrated to the U.S. in 2001, taught partly online, partly face- to offer 10 programs by the fall of Little Priest plans to use the lat- joined the faculty of Western Iowa to-face, partly "hybrid" and partly 2022. est funding to develop a 10-acre Tech Community College as a chem- HyFlex. "And I think it's a very realis- parcel adjacent to the campus, istry teacher in September 2002. In Patil anticipates a return to nor- tic goal," Patil said, adding that which is owned by the Winnebago August 2018, he became vice presi- mal in-person classes by the sum- there's no reason to expect enroll- Tribe, into more buildings and cam- dent at Little Priest, then was pro- mer, though he also said that HyFlex ment to grow much if there are no pus space. moted to interim president in Novem- will likely remain a part of the mix -- new programs being added. Page 8 - Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 COMMUNITY SURVEY Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 — Page 9 BAGO VS EAGLE BUTTE Page 10 — Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing Case No. CV21-068 Case No. CV21-065AB In the Matter of the In the Matter of the Name Change Petition of: Name Change Petition of: DELANO MARTINEZ BRYSON MICHAEL MILLER to CHARLA LYNN MILLER DELANO MOORE to BRYSON GARY LASLEY Parent Liaison Volunteer Position CHARLA LITA LASLEY To: ANY INTERESTED PARTIES To: ANY INTERESTED PARTIES Basic Function: Participate in program-based ac- You are hereby notifi ed that a petition This position will serve as a voice tivities, such as curriculum, special for Name Change has been fi led and a You are hereby notifi ed that a petition for all parents of students enrolled in events, PTA meetings, monthly talk- hearing concerning the above referred for Name Change has been fi led and a the Educational Pathways to Student ing circles, Summer Institute and Individual in case no. CV21-068 has hearing concerning the above referred Success (EPSS) program, and provide fi eldtrips. been scheduled and will be heard in the Individual in case no. CV21-065AB has input and the parent perspective to Assist with executing programs Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, been scheduled and will be heard in the ensure that program goals and objec- and initiatives to enhance services Nebraska on the 7TH day of JUNE, 2021 Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, tives are met, and the program is pro- and strengthen relationships between at the hour of 11:00 A.M. Nebraska on the 7TH day of JUNE, 2021 viding services that meet the needs of school and home. at the hour of 11:30 A.M. the program. They will be responsible Communicate and help guide par- for helping lead the monthly meetings. ents with the service feedback process The Parent Liaison will assist in com- and survey. municating with teachers, parents, Serve as a Parent Liaison positon for LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE students, support staff and the com- the Tribal Education Advisory Board. Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing munity regarding the EPSS program, Assist the Project Coordinator on Case No. CV21-067 Case No. CV21-064 services and student issues in areas the monthly EPSS Newsletter. In the Matter of the In the Matter of the such as attendance, academics, be- Advocate for student/family need. Guardianship Petition of: Guardianship Petition of: havior and health etc. Required Skills, Qualifi cations, CHRISTINA PARKER LOUISE THOMAS We’re Looking for Candidates Who Are: and Characteristics: _ Family engagement experts: indi- • Experience with providing family In Re: In Re: viduals with a proven track record of support, preferably within the context C. E. (Born 1/2020) K. E. (Born 2/2017) engaging families and strengthening of schools relationships between schools and • Ability to effectively communicate TO: KYLA EARTH, Mother TO: KYLA EARTH, Mother communities. _ Flexible: someone with a diverse group of families and DANIEL EARTH, Father DANIEL EARTH, Father who is able to adapt quickly to chang- stakeholders ing priorities and conditions and can • Learns new technology quickly You are hereby notifi ed that a peti- You are hereby notifi ed that a peti- adjust effectively with complexity and • Must have a child enrolled in The tion has been fi led for Guardianship and tion has been fi led for Guardianship change. _ Persistent: problem solvers EPSS program. a hearing concerning the above referred and a hearing concerning the above who demonstrate tenacity and willing- Time Commitment: Individual(s) in Case No. CV21-067 has referred Individual(s) in Case No. CV21- ness to go the distance to get something The Parent Liaison position is an been scheduled and will be heard in the 064 has been scheduled and will be done and learn all systems needed to annual, part-time commitment from Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of execute their work. _ Skilled at cultivat- April 2021 through October 2022. Nebraska on the 8TH day of JUNE, 2021 Winnebago, Nebraska on the 8TH day ing teamwork: leaders who reach out to Once onboarding is complete, Parent at the hour of 1:30 P.M. of JUNE, 2021 at the hour of 1:30 P.M. peers and cooperate with supervisors Liaison will contribute 2 to 4 hours to establish an overall collaborative per week. working relationship. Location: Responsibilities and Duties: Parent Liaison must reside in the Serve as a liaison between the EPSS LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Winnebago, NE community. Program- Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing program and the parent/families of ming and services will be focused in Case No. CV21-059 Case No. CV21-060 the school. the Winnebago, NE community. Participate in the selection process Applications: In the Matter of the In the Matter of the for enrolling students into EPSS pro- Applications can be found on the Name Change Petition of: Name Change Petition of: gram. Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska website QUIANNA LABREE LOUIS ALEXANDREA LEE FLANDERS Promote family welfare efforts by under the Programs & Services tab, to QUIANNA LABREE ARMELL to ALEXANDREA LEE WALKER establishing contacts with community then under the Education tab, then LOUIS organizations. select the Education Pathways to Stu- To: ANY INTERESTED PARTIES Assist in making personal contacts dent Success. Or an application can be To: ANY INTERESTED PARTIES through a variety of modalities (elec- picked up from Sandy “Macky” Scott You are hereby notifi ed that a peti- tronic, face-to-face, home visits, etc.) to at Educare. You are hereby notifi ed that a petition tion for Name Change has been fi led encourage parental engagement. Please submit applications to Sandy for Name Change has been fi led and a and a hearing concerning the above Assist in researching, collecting, Scott at Educare. Or sign and email hearing concerning the above referred referred Individual in case no. CV21- organizing and coordinating resource application to sandy.scott@winnebago- Individual in case no. CV21-059 has 060 has been scheduled and will be materials and activities to facilitate tribe.com. been scheduled and will be heard in the heard in the Winnebago Tribal Court of parental involvement and engagement For further questions, please con- Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Winnebago, Nebraska on the 13TH day in their child’s education, under the tact Sandy Scott at (402) 878-4370 Nebraska on the 10TH day of MAY, 2021 of MAY, 2021 at the hour of 11:00 A.M. direction of the EPSS Project Coordina- Ext. 1724 or sandy.scott@winnebago- at the hour of 11:00 A.M. tor and Education Director. tribe.com. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Case No. JFJ21-010 Case No. CV12-050 In the Matter of the How to Apply: An offi cial death certifi cate that at- The People of the Winnebago Tribe Guardianship Petition of: COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line tributes the death directly or indirectly In the Interest of: RICHARD KEARNES Number to COVID-19 and shows that the death E. B. (Born 10/2005) In Re: Applications begin on April 12, 2021 occurred in the United States, including D. G. (Born 1/2011) 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585 the U.S. territories, and the District of To: ROBERT RED OWL, Father Hours of Operation: Columbia. ALL POTENTIAL FATHERS TO: HOLLY GRIFFIN, Mother Monday - Friday Funeral expenses documents (re- VICTOR MALDONADA, Father 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time ceipts, funeral home contract, etc.) You are hereby notifi ed that a hear- All POTENTIAL FATHERS Call this dedicated toll-free phone that includes the applicant’s name, the ing for Initial Appearance concerning number to get a COVID-19 Funeral As- deceased person’s name, the amount the above referred minor individual(s) You are hereby notifi ed that a petition sistance application completed with help of funeral expenses, and the dates the in case no. JFJ21-010 has been sched- has been fi led for Guardianship and a from FEMA's representatives. Multilin- funeral expenses happened. uled and will be heard in the Winnebago hearing concerning the above referred gual services will be available. Proof of funds received from other Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on Individual(s) in Case No. CV12-050 has Who is Eligible? sources specifi cally for use toward fu- the 14TH day of MAY, 2021 at the hour been scheduled and will be heard in the To be eligible for funeral assistance, neral costs. We are not able to duplicate of 9:30 A.M. Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, you must meet these conditions: benefi ts received from burial or funeral Nebraska on the 20TH day of MAY, 2021 The death must have occurred in the insurance, fi nancial assistance received at the hour of 11:00 A.M. United States, including the U.S. territo- from voluntary agencies, government ries, and the District of Columbia. agencies, or other sources. The death certifi cate must indicate How Funds are Received? the death was attributed to COVID-19. If you are eligible for funeral assis- The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, tance you will receive a check by mail, LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing non-citizen national, or qualifi ed alien or funds by direct deposit, depending on Notice of Hearing Case No. CV21-062 who incurred funeral expenses after which option you choose when you apply Case No. CV10-037 January 20, 2020. for assistance. There is no requirement for the de- Get answers to frequently asked In the Matter of the In the Matter of the ceased person to have been a U.S. citizen, questions about the application pro- Guardianship Petition of: Divorce Petition of: non-citizen national, or qualifi ed alien. cess on our Funeral Assistance FAQ LAIOCEA DAVIS PATRICK HULIT JR. If you had COVID-19 funeral expens- page at https://www.fema.gov/disas- vs es, we encourage you to keep and gather ters/coronavirus/economic/funeral- In Re: AZUCENA REYES MARTINEZ documentation. Types of information assistance#eligible J. P. (Born 8/2009) should include: ***Assistance is through FEMA not the To: AZUCENA REYES MARTINEZ Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska*** TO: ANGELICA PICOTTE, Mother RALEIGH DAVIS, Father You are hereby notifi ed that a Di- All POTENTIAL FATHERS vorce petition has been fi led and a hear- ing concerning the above referred Case LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE You are hereby notifi ed that a peti- No. CV21-062 has been scheduled and Notice of Hearing Notice of Hearing tion has been fi led for Guardianship and will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal Case No. CV18-141 Case No. CV18-142 a hearing concerning the above referred Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the In the Matter of the In the Matter of the Individual(s) in Case No. CV10-037 has 6TH day of MAY, 2021 at the hour of Guardianship Petition of: Guardianship Petition of: been scheduled and will be heard in the 10:00 A.M. MARIAN THOMAS MARIAN THOMAS Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 17TH day of MAY, 2021 In Re: In Re: at the hour of 11:00 A.M. D. S. (Born 12/2012) A. T. (Born 9/2009) K. S. (Born 9/2015) C. S. III (Born 9/2016) TO: LOYLEE KENNEDY, Mother HEATH THOMAS, Father The Winnebago Tribal Council is 100% AGAINST Meth. Not only is Meth TO: LOYLEE KENNEDY, Mother harmful to the individual, it destroys families and our community. Meth CHARLES SEWELL II, Father You are hereby notifi ed that a peti- tion has been fi led for Guardianship and use is not the HoChunk/Winnebago way of life. On 12-30-19, during the You are hereby notifi ed that a a hearing concerning the above referred Winnebago Mid-monthly Tribal Council meeting, a motion was passed to petition has been fi led for Guardian- Individual(s) in Case No. CV18-142 has publish all meth related offenses occurring on the Winnebago reservation, ship and a hearing concerning the been scheduled and will be heard in the in the Winnebago Indian News. above referred Individual(s) in Case Winnebago Tribal Court of Winnebago, No. CV18-141 has been scheduled and Nebraska on the 8TH day of JUNE, 2021 will be heard in the Winnebago Tribal at the hour of 1:00 P.M. The following individual(s) has been arrested for a meth offense… Court of Winnebago, Nebraska on the 8TH day of JUNE, 2021 at the hour of As of 04-13-2021, no recent meth arrest(s) have been reported. 1:00 P.M. Winnebago Indian News, Saturday, April 17, 2021 — Page 11 TRIBAL NEWS

The Winnebago Indians football team goes crazy in the NEW all nations football conference with a 52-0 WIN! so games can get crazy! Make sure to know that we get to watch him develop check them out if you can!” shared Ga- over the next coming years. The defense ran Coons who serves as the Winnebago was all over the fi eld. They had some Communications Broadcaster for the interceptions and fumble recoveries. Winnebago Public School football live The most impressive were the tackle for streams. losses. They are really big up front and The Winnebago Indians kicked off have speed in the safety positions. their All-Nations Spring season on April The conditions for the very fi rst game 9th against Cheyenne-Eagle Butte in were cold and windy with light rain show- Eagle Butte, SD with a land slide win ers, but that did not stop the Winnebago of 52-0. Indians. They opened up with a score “We went up to Eagle Butte and ex- early in the game and only needed two ecuted pretty well. One thing we did well quarters to invoke the mercy rule!!! That was to limit our mistakes on offense and is crazy!! I did not know what the mercy defense. We were aligned correctly and rule was until the people in the booth did not turn over the ball. We produced said a team that goes over 50 points will some big interceptions that sealed the end the game with the mercy rule. What deal. Over the remainder of the season, a way to open up the fi rst game of the Winnebago Indians began their All Nations Spring season with a 52-0 victory against we need to adjust to each team and con- season in the fi rst season in the NEW all Cheyenne-Eagle Butte. tinue to do the little things that will help nation football conference.” us win football games. We are excited to ALL NATIONS FOOTBALL be playing football and the boys are ready CONFERENCE WINNEBAGO Winonah Leader Charge Horse. to continue to play hard” said Winnebago SCHEDULE: The spring season will consist of a six- Head Football coach Adam James. Week 1 (April 9) Winnebago, NE—The Winnebago week regular season that will run through Coons shared this about the game, Winnebago at Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Indian varsity boys football team is one May 14th. The top four teams will ad- “the Winnebago Football team looked 2 p.m. of eighteen teams to join the All-Nations vance to the playoffs, with the semifi nals dominate on both offense and defense. Week 2 (April 16) Football Conference. scheduled for May 21st, followed by the The QB, Kearnes has good vision and lets Lower Brule at Winnebago, 5 p.m. Due to COVID protocols the number championship game on May 27th. the play develop. He has great speed and Week 3 (April 23) of spring 2021 participants are divided “Everyone asks why they are playing can make the defense miss. Do not blink Marty at Winnebago, 6 p.m. up in two classes: football in the spring? It is due to covid your eye on this guy because if you do, Week 4 (April 30) 9A: Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Flandreau, which cancelled the regular fall football he will be in the end zone. Bye week. Little Wound, Pine Ridge, Red Cloud, season. It is a shortened football season, The freshman running back, Harlan Week 5 (May 6) Standing Rock (North Dakota), St. Fran- but these players are all in. Especially the is a force to be reckoned with. He is not Tiospa Zina at Winnebago, 7 p.m. cis, Todd County, Winnebago (Nebraska). seniors! I would not doubt that this Win- afraid of contact and I seen him run over Week 6 (May 13) 9B: Crow Creek, Lower Brule, Tio- nebago football team will be in the playoffs a defender early in the game. I am sure Winnebago at Omaha Nation, 6 p.m. spa Zina, Marty, McLaughlin, Oelrichs, and might have a chance to make a run that defender did not want to tackle Har- Semifi nals: May 21 Omaha Nation (Nebraska), Takini, Crazy at the championship. It is 9-man football lan the rest of the game. It is exciting to Championship: May 27

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