The Voice of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska www.poncatribe-ne.org December 2015 Tribal News Brossy selected as NCAIED ‘40 Under 40’ recipient Tribal member Katie Brossy was Award winners dedicating my work to Tribal issues recently selected as one of the Na- were officially in hopes of ensuring my son and our tional Center for American En- honored dur- tribal youth have a strong future. terprise Development (NCAIED) ing the 40th “To be included in this outstand- “Native American 40 Under 40” Annual In- ing group of peer leaders gives me award recipients. dian Progress great hope for the future of our This prestigious award is bestowed in Business Tribal Nations. I am proud to rep- upon individuals under the age Awards (IN- resent the Ponca Tribe at this award of 40, nominated by members PRO) Gala on November 18. ceremony and look forward to see- of their communities for having “Receiving this award from such a ing more Ponca members receive demonstrated leadership, initia- prestigious organization is a great this recognition moving forward.” tive, and dedication and made sig- honor,” Brossy said. “As we cel- Brossy is an attorney at Akin nificant contributions in business ebrate the 25th year of our Tribe’s Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, LLP, and their community. Restoration, I am thankful for all of where she advises clients regarding The winners were honored dur- the strong Ponca leaders of the past Indian law and policy. She serves ing a gala at the Nov. 16-19 Res- and those that carry the legacy for- on the firm’s Diversity Committee ervation Economic Summit (RES) ward. Without their leadership in and also recently was appointed to New Mexico at Buffalo Thunder the most difficult of times, I would the Notah Begay III Foundation’s Resort & Casino in Santa Fe. not be here today. I am committed Board of Directors. to continuing in their footsteps and Submitted by Candace Bossard, Tribal Council District 4
Introducing COFFEE WITH CANDACE. District Four members near and far…your Tribal Council Representative would like to invite you to sit down with her over a warm cup of coffee or tea. I will be hosting a series of meetings at several coffee shops throughout the district. Look for a follow-up letter to cover the details of location, date, and time. Thanks to technology advances, I am also making myself available to any member that is not able to get to a meeting in person with use of our LifeSize system (of course we still will have coffee ). To set up a one-on-one session with me, send me an email at [email protected] or call/text (402) 860-1497. This will allow us time to visit, discuss issues/items, and simply get to know each other better. So grab a cup and let’s talk!
If you are a Tribal Member and reading this, I encourage you to get signed up for the remote access through LifeSize-- if you have not already. It allows you to watch and interact with any of the Tribal Meetings. All Tribal Council Meetings are also recorded and available to watch live or after. If you have questions on how to access LifeSize or gain remote access through your personal computer, please contact IT Specialist Hilary Farley at 402-438-9222 or [email protected].
On the cover: Jermany Wright holds the hand of niece Cante Iyapa Rosebud Blacktail Deer during a dance at the Restoration- Honoring Our Elders Powwow Oct. 24 in Norfolk. Wright was crowned the Heduska Society Princess at the event. Tribal News District II members come together at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch Submitted by Judy Allen District II Representative Vala’s Pumpkin Patch was a huge success for District II. We gave out almost 200 tickets to Ponca members and most at- tended. Some brought spouses and some brought friends and it was a wonderful day. The park was full, the sun was hot , and the kiddies young and old made their way through the park to haunted houses, train rides, pig races, too many ac- tivities to count, and then on worked hard to help clean up; ness Center front desk starting hayrack rides to pick their own my children for keeping the December 1st. pumpkins. fire going; the heavy lifting and If you need someone to pick After a full day of fun and setting up and cleaning up; and your card up for you, you will games, we all settled down to a Shannon for organizing and need to give your permission to nice campfire area and had hot keeping track of the tickets, and the Office Coordinator. Cards dogs, chips and s’mores over the of course Vala’s staff for being so will NOT be issued to anyone open fire. Some went home ear- accommodating. other than you without your ly and some stayed late. ------permission. I would like to thank the District II will be giving out From our house to yours, have members, their spouses, also gift cards for Christmas to tribal a wonderful and Blessed Holi- staff who helped with themembers living in this district. day Season. campfire dinner; Crystal, her Gift cards may be picked up at Judy & Crystal husband and children who the Fred LeRoy Health & Well-
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The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska would like to offer sincere and heartfelt thanks to all the programs and staff that participated in the Open House Saturday, October 24th in Norfolk. Special thanks goes out to Blabfeed and the Diabetes Program for providing lunch for the event.
sahtdohn Ponca Tribe OFNebraska 5 Tribal News Tribal Court Update Ruthanne Gallup, Tribal Court Administrator Nearly four years ago, Tribal appointed the head of the com- Major changes have been made to Council decided that the Ponca mittee and served in that capacity Titles I and II, and the Committee Tribal Law and Order Code until she resigned in September of is in the process of reviewing Titles should be reviewed and updated. 2015. She donated many hours to III and IV. A committee was formed for this the huge undertaking of revising The current Code is available on the major undertaking. the Code. She is missed on this website (http://bit.ly/1WFHnvC), The Code is the ultimate expres- committee. or you may contact your nearest sion of tribal sovereignty and The Committee continues to office to review the Code. should reflect Ponca culture and meet via Lifesize on the third For more information about the traditions. Monday of every month starting Code or Tribal Court, please con- The first meeting was held in Feb- at 4 p.m. All Ponca members are tact Ruthanne Gallup at the Nor- ruary of 2012. Angela Teboe was encouraged to attend. folk office (402-371-8834).
University of Nebraska – Out-of-state tuition waiver: The following have been identified as Native American tribes indigenous to Nebraska or tribes that historically migrated to or from the state of Nebraska: Arapaho, Hidatsa, Missouria, Sac and Fox, Arikara, Jicarilla, Apache, Omaha, Dakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, Iowa, Otoe, Lakota Sioux, Southern Cheyenne, Kickapoo, Pawnee, Nakota Sioux, Comanche, Kiowa, Ponca, Santee Sioux, Crow, Manda, Potawatomie, and Winnebago It is the responsibility of the student to submit a copy of his or her tribal card to the office of admissions if he/she wants to be considered a resident for tuition purposes. Students who do not provide this documentation will be determined to be non-residents without further notification. If you have more questions please contact the Office of Admissions at 402-472-2023 or [email protected].
District 3 Holiday Dinner The tribe’s Lincoln office once again will be hosting an annual holiday dinner. When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. December 9 Where: 1701 E Street, Lincoln, NE Watch for a flyer with more details!
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Tribal News **** NOTICE: All Tribal Members **** LAW AND ORDER CODE REVISION Discussion on December 20, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. During Tribal Council Meeting
**** NOTICE: All Tribal Members****
The Ponca Tribal Council will be proposing amending the Law and Order Code. The revisions are being considered because the Council wanted to ensure that the Election in 2016 is fair and impartial and follows the Code.
There are changes being proposed to Title IX. The revisions being considered include but are not limited to the following:
Title IX
9-1-4 Definitions of invalid and spoiled ballots and term 9-3-6 Change of Address Forms returned to enrollment department 9-5-11 Fax Ballots 9-6-2 to 9-6-5 Background checks and only candidate for one position Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs Execu- 9-6-10 Time for swearing in of candidates tive Director Judi gaiashkibos was honored by Lt. Governor Mike Foley at the Nebraska State Capi-
tol on October 28 for her 20 years of service to the A complete copy of the proposed amendments is available at the tribal offices, or one may be State of Nebraska. Her 20 years of service have all been as Executive Director of the NCIA. She is a obtained by contacting Jan Colwell, Tribal Council Secretary at 402-857-3391. tribal member. There will be a discussion by Tribal Council that is open for public comment on December 20, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as it may be heard. Written comments will be accepted until December 17, 2015. The written comments may be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to Go online to take Jan Colwell, P.O. Box 288 surveys from PEDCO Niobrara, NE 68760 The Ponca Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO) is seeking in- put from tribal members. Go to http://bit.ly/1LqT1bX to take Flyer to Amend Law and Order Code, Title IX Page 1 the Native American Workforce Sur-
vey. The 25-question survey is designed to help PEDCO better serve your needs and improve services for all Native American members. PEDCO also has created a survey for Native American youth ages 10- 24. That can be found at http://bit. ly/1SFNxf1. There will be gift card drawings for those Members of the Walking Club in Lincoln stretch before heading out for a recent weekly walk. who complete either of the surveys. The group meets at the Lincoln office every Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. pbaythah btheen 8 Ponca Tribe OFNebraska Tribal News Tribe provides free flu shots during October clinics The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska If you need specific information Health Department conducted flu about the influenza (flu) vac- clinics in Lincoln, Norfolk, Nio- cination, please contact Public brara and Sioux City on Thursday, Health Nurse Lora Langley at October 8, and Friday, October 9, 402.734.5275. with over 100 clients receiving their Influenza (“flu”) is a contagious flu shots. disease that spreads around the Thanks to the following health staff United States every year, usually members for making these clinics between October and May. successful: Lora Langley, Whitney Flu is caused by influenza viruses, such as heart or lung disease, flu Arnold, Michelle Hallowell, Elisa and is spread mainly by coughing, can make it worse. Ramirez, Valerie Wright, Dana sneezing, and close contact. Yunker, and Suzanne Mealer. Flu is more dangerous for some Anyone can get flu. Flu strikes sud- people. Infants and young chil- If you are still interested in re- denly and can last several days. Symp- dren, people 65 years of age and ceiving a FREE flu shot, please toms vary by age, but can include: older, pregnant women, and peo- schedule an appointment at the • fever/chills ple with certain health conditions Fred LeRoy Health and Wellness or a weakened immune system are Center in Omaha (402.733.3612) • sore throat at greatest risk. or the Ponca Hills Health and • muscle aches Wellness Center in Norfolk Each year thousands of people in (402.371.8780). • fatigue the United States die from flu, and many more are hospitalized. If you are in the other service areas, • cough a limited number of Walgreens Flu • headache Flu vaccine can: Vouchers are available. Please con- • runny or stuffy nose • keep you from getting flu, tact the following employees to Flu can also lead to pneumonia • make flu less severe if you do determine if they are still available: get it, and Dana Yunker (Niobrara), Suzanne and blood infections, and cause Mealer (Lincoln), or Cyndi Linge- diarrhea and seizures in children. • keep you from spreading flu to bach (Sioux City). If you have a medical condition, your family and other people.
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Sioux City COE creates keychains
PTN Community Health Aid Suzanne Mealer holds a certificate honoring the tribe as the most recent board member of the Cultural Centers Coalition of Nebraska. Mealer and Human Resources Director Lisa Bickert, second from left, attended the coalition’s annual luncheon.
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Specializing in body transformation for life! Felecia Welke, an enrolled Experience member of the Ponca Tribe, will • Personal Training be conducting Personal Training • Nutrition and Physical Fitness classes at • Healthy Lifestyle the Lincoln office. • All natural and organic twist
If you’re serious about making changes in your life and want change, please contact Suzanne Mealer at 402-438-9222.
You can learn more about Felecia at www.facebook.com/FebaFitness ahgthee nohnbah 12 Ponca Tribe OFNebraska Tribal News Diabetes Program Recipe: Bison Goulash By Sara Pfeifer • Pepper, to taste Registered Dietitian • 1 clove garlic, minced Serves 6 • 1 c. light sour cream Ingredients: • 16 oz. noodles, prepared according to directions • 2 ½ lbs. bison cubes (lean red meat from the chuck, Directions: round, arm or rump; cut into bite-sized cubes) 1. Heat oil, add meat cubes and brown well. • 2 T. oil 2. Combine Worcestershire, tomato sauce, pa- • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce prika, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic. Pour over • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce meat. • 2 tsp. paprika 3. Cover and cook slowly over low heat for 2 ½ hours or until meat is tender. Stir occasionally. • 1 T. sugar 4. Just before serving, add sour cream. Stir until • 1 tsp. salt smooth. Serve over hot noodles.
TRIBAL MEMBERS NEEDED GAMING COMMISSION - The Gaming Commission was established in order to regulate gaming on Ponca Indian lands. Please submit a letter of interest and resume to apply. A background investigation is required. Open until filled. ELECTION BOARD - Please submit a letter of interest. Board members receive a $150 stipend per meeting plus mileage reimbursement up to $200.00. A background check is required. Open until filled. TAX COMMISSION - The Ponca Tax Commission is charged with the administration and enforcement of all Tribal tax laws. Commissioners are paid a $150.00 stipend per meeting plus mileage reimbursement up to $100.00. Please submit a letter of interest and resume to apply. Open until filled. LAW & ORDER CODE REVISION COMMITTEE - There are two vacancies on the Law & Order Code Revisions Committee for tribal members. The responsibilities of the Law & Order Committee are to review the Law & Order Code and recommend changes to the Tribal Council. This Committee meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 PM via lifesize. A $100 stipend is paid to non-staff/Council committee members. If you are interested in serving on this Committee, please submit a letter of interest. Open Until Filled. LAW & JUSTICE COMMITTEE - This Committee acts as a liaison between the Tribal Court and Tribal Council. Some of those duties are to oversee the budget of the Tribal Court; provide oversight of the Tribal Court Administrator; provide oversight of the Tribal Court; review complaints of judicial misconduct or disability under the Code; make recommendations on amendments to the Rules of Court; provide annual evaluations of the Judges and Justices; make recommendations to the Law & Order Committee regarding the Code. There is a vacancy for a Ponca Tribal Member on this Board. A $75.00 stipend is paid to non-staff members plus up to $100 for mileage. There are specific qualifications for all of the above. This information is available at www.poncatribe-ne. org or you may contact Jan Colwell at 402-857-3391 Ext. 402 or [email protected]. You may submit your letter of interest and/or resume to: Ponca Tribal Council, P.O. Box 288, Niobrara, NE 68760. Thank you. ahgthee Ponca Tribe OFNebraska 13 P.O. Box 288 Niobrara, NE 68760
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Office Locations NIOBRARA 68760 NORFOLK 68701 Purchased/Referred Care Ph: (800) 405-0365 Headquarters (Including Enrollment) Administration Building 2523 Woodbine St., P.O. Box 288 1800 Syracuse Ave. OMAHA 68107 Ph: (402) 857-3391 Ph: (402) 371-8834 Fax: (402) 857-3736 Fax: (402) 371-7564 Fred LeRoy Health and Wellness Clinic 2602 “J” Street Health Gym Building Ph: (402) 733-3612 P.O. Box 160 1800 Syracuse Ave. Fax: (402) 733-3487 Ph: (402) 857-3341 Ph: (402) 371-8834 Fax: (402) 857-3771 Fax: (402) 379-0988 Administration 2602 “J” Street Cultural Ponca Hills Clinic Ph: (402) 734-5275 Community Building, P.O. Box 288 Ph: (402) 371-8780 Fax: (402) 734-5708 Ph: (402) 857-3519 (402) 371-5726 Fax: (402) 857-3652 Fax: (402) 379-4921 - Pharmacy Dental (402) 379-4293 - Registration 2602 “J” Street (402) 371-4094 - Medical Lab Ph: (402) 733-1325 Fax: (402) 733-3487 LINCOLN 68508 Ponca Express Ph: 877-769-3111 Northern Ponca Housing Authority Administration 10635 Birch., 68134 1701 E Street Ph: (402) 505-3055 Ph: (402) 438-9222 Northern Ponca Housing Authority Fax: (402) 505-3066 Fax: (402) 438-9226 1501 Michigan Ave. SIOUX CITY 51103 Osni Ponca Ph: (402) 379-8224 2756 O Street (800) 367-2320 Administration Fax: (402) 379-8557 125 6th Street Ph: (402) 434-2127 Ph: (712) 258-0500 Fax: (402) 434-2128 Fax: (712) 258-0762
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Newsletter is published monthly and printed by Printco Graphics, Omaha, Nebraska. Deadline for submissions is the 1st of each month. In the event the 1st falls on a weekend, submissions are due the Friday before. All submissions of a political nature are subject to Tribal Council approval. Send to Brett Ellis, [email protected] See or print dubah the 14 Poncanewsletter Tribe archivesOF inNebraska full color on the member’s side (you must log in) of the web site at: www.poncatribe-ne.org