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January 15, 2002 Official Newspaper of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin www.oneidanation.org

Local playwright’s work to premiere Slot scam results Thomas’ “Pow “Pow Wow Something,” the things are coming together Thomas earned her bache- first full-length play written well and it should turn out lor degree at The University in two arrests Wow by Thomas. good,” said Thomas. of Wisconsin-Green Bay in By Keith Skenandore He is also being charged with Something” to The play will be performed The play is about a young Communication Processes in Kalihwisaks disorderly conduct. at the Walter Theatre on the man named Pete who is a 1993. Currently she works for Two men have been arrest- Calls were placed to John campus of St. Norbert fancy dancer. He is the scam- WLUK Fox 11 as a photogra- ed and charged with felony Luetscher, assistant district show different College on Sunday January mer type and wants to get his pher. Prior to working for theft following a slot machine attorney for Brown County, 19. The play starts at 7:30 pm. old girlfriend back. To do this WLUK she worked for the scam that resulted in approxi- perspective The price of admission is $10 Pete makes a bet with her cur- Kalihwisaks. but were not returned. mately $20,000 to $30,000 By Phil Wisneski with discounts for students rent boyfriend. The bet is that Not only has preparations Assistant Chief of Police stolen from the Oneida casi- Kalihwisaks and elders. Tickets can be whomever gets the most for the premiere of her play Greg Powless said the casi- Dawn Thomas started to purchased at the Walter points at the Oneida Pow taken up much of her time, no. no’s security observation was According to an Oneida write the play “Pow Wow Theatre Box Office. They are Wow gets the girl. From there but so has her plans to wed looking for Leatherwood in Police Department incident Something” some time ago. also available on line at onei- the play takes on many fun this March. Thomas will be relation to a previous incident All she needed was a little report, Casino employee John danationarts.org. and unusual twists. It also tying the knot following her and that bingo security was nudge to finish it, and Fred “Pow Wow Something” is includes a little personal engagement to Chris A. Wierzchowski, 24, of trying to contact him. Gaines, director, provided Thomas’ first play that was experience from the writer. Walschinski. Green Bay, and Arthur L. that nudge. Thomas took a produced. “It’s kind of excit- Thomas hopes that her play Thomas would like to Leatherwood, 24, of Powless said no further creative writing course with ing,” she said. “I hope people will entertain people. She also thank everyone who made the Milwaukee were both arrest- details could be released. An Gaines and he thought her like it.” hopes to educate people on play possible including the ed on Jan. 2 and taken to the investigation is still on-going, play was really good. He She has written other short what goes on at Pow Wows. cast members and set work- Brown County Jail. Both men and according to Powless, encouraged her to finish it, plays but nothing of this mag- “Hopefully the play will show ers. She would like to give a were released on a signature more individuals could be which she did, and now he is nitude. “It is a big production people a different perspec- special thank you to Director bond. involved in the theft case. directing the premiere of for a community theater, but tive,” Thomas said. Fred Gaines “for getting the Wierzchowski pleaded not guilty and will appear for a Standing final conference on Feb. 4. Leatherwood is scheduled to Tall appear for the balance of his initial appearance on Jan. 24. Tribe makes payment to the State By Keith Skenandore Kalihwisaks Tribal officials mailed their annual payment to the State of Wisconsin as part of their agreement in the tribal/state gaming compact agreement. A check in the amount of $4.85 million was overnight- ed to Gov. Scott McCallum’s office on December 28, 2001. Last year the tribe decided to withhold their annual pay- ment which resulted in former Gov. Tommy Thompson to issue a non-renewance of the tribe’s gaming compact back on Jan. 5, 2001. Photo by Yvonne Kaquatosh/Inset photo by Phil Wisneski Tribal officials placed the Director, Fred Gaines instructs his cast members of “Pow Wow Something” during a recent rehearsal at the $4.85 million into an escrow Norbert Hill Center Auditorium. “Pow Wow Something” was written by Dawn Thomas and will be performed account and requested to to at Walter Theatre on the campus of St. Norbert College. Inset: Thomas looks over the poster for her play. enter into dispute resolution with the state. Car accident results in driver killing his cousin State and tribal officials Driver could backseat. could face up to 60 years in began meeting in January A follow-up investigation prison for the homicide of 2001. Tribal officials dis- face up to 60 resulted in Denny stating in OWI which is a Class B agreed with the state’s alloca- the criminal complaint that he felony offense. He could also tion of the gaming compact years in prison and Johnson were looking for receive no more than one year monies which was stated in a deer when his vehicle flipped in the county jail, face a fine Memorandum of By Keith Skenandore over and landed back on it’s of not less than $300 nor Understanding signed by both Kalihwisaks wheels. He and Skenandore more than $2,000, and his dri- parties. The tribe said then Waylon Denny is sched- looked for Johnson, and after ver’s license revoked for not Gov. Thompson failed to use uled for a preliminary hearing five to ten minutes of not less than one year nor more his best efforts to make sure on January 16 for charges of being able to locate him, than 2 years for causing the payments were allocated homicide by operating a called 911. injury while intoxicated to accordingly. motor vehicle while under the Outagamie County Skenandore. The tribe also claimed influence of an intoxicant, Sheriff’s Department officers Skenandore was taken to under the MOU that Gov. and causing injury while arrived at the scene and spoke St. Vincent’s Hospital for Thompson was to meet with intoxicated. with Denny and Skenandore. back injuries and was initially the tribe if there were any dif- Denny, 24, was behind the Skenandore informed the offi- placed in the Intensive Care ference, and that he failed to wheel of his 1987 Chevy cers that Johnson was in the Unit. meet with over the past year. Caprice on Dec. 22, 2001, front seat and that they could The criminal complaint On March 20, 2001, newly when he attempted to spin his not find him. states that all three men began sworn in Gov. Scott vehicle in a circle in a field Johnson, 25, was located drinking at 8:00 p.m. on Dec. McCallum rescinded the located off of Fish Creek underneath the vehicle, and 21, 2001, at Skenandore’s res- notice of non-renewal follow- Photo by Phil Wisneski Road and Van Boxtel Road in after the vehicle was idence then proceeded to two ing reciept of the tribe’s pay- A new visual was cre- the Town of Oneida. Denny removed, paramedics attend- local establishments, prior to ment. ated when this tower lost control of the car which ed to him and pronounced the one-car accident. Citing a new productive in downtown Oneida ejected his cousin Andrew him dead at the scene. Deputy District Attorney relationship between the State was erected in Johnson from the front seat. Carrie Kuepper, adminis- Carrie Schneider and District of Wisconsin and the Oneida December. The tower Also in the vehicle was trative assistant to the Attorney Vince Biskupic were Tribe, McCallum urged both was constructed for a Hartman Skenandore, 28, Outagamie County District both unavailable for com- parties to continue to address local cellular provider. who was passed out in the Attorney’s office, said Denny ment. issues of concern. 1 0(Oye=lí) January 15, 2002 Kalihwisaks

LegislaLegislatitivvee ReRevieview/Lew/Letterstters && OpinionsOpinions Vice-Chairwoman’s Corner Greetings and Ho Yan to all ironworkers working on the shall be located to see growth extend my wishes to the gam- will be in regards to the elec- tribal and community mem- catastrophic site. I would like in Denver, of this type as ing staff and the employees tion ordinance. There is con- bers. The renewal of Mother to take this opportunity to Colorado and well as that of who continually serve cus- sideration to amend the elec- Earth allows us time to reflect acknowledge him and all of shall include the on-going tomers and avail themselves tion process to include a pri- and be thankful for family the ironworkers and pay trib- other affiliates construction of seven days a week and mary election. While dates and the blessing of freedom, ute to their efforts. Their con- and sub- a new Health throughout all of the celebrat- for these GTC meetings have the abundance of Mother tributions to help rebuild our sidiaries. These Center. ed holidays. Without their not yet been established, they Earth, and the solitude of sense of freedom in the are a small busi- Another commitment, most of what will be forthcoming within life’s pleasures. United States (the original ness investment entity that has we have as a community the next 30 days. In late November, I went to home of the indigenous peo- company, done well this would not be enjoyed. I’d My last thoughts and senti- Manhattan to do some prelim- ple) are admired. I also want investment and year is our also like to take this time to ments go to my family and inary observations of the to acknowledge the many vol- insurance bro- gaming opera- wish Alma Webster well in supporters. I’d like to Catskills area and to meet unteers who continue to kerage firm, and tions despite a her recent retirement. One acknowledge my husband with Sullivan County offi- donate their time in a community short cycle in last comment on gaming is to Paul who is currently rehabil- cials. After our meeting dis- Manhattan. Many families development which revenue thank our customers who visit itating his ankle from a minor cussions concluded; I, along continue to be impacted by corporation. had dropped. our gaming facilities and to surgery, and also our three with Bill Gollnick, Loretta the ugly face of terrorism. The Chief The West ask for your continued children who have been Metoxen, and Terry Hetzel May all those involved in Financial Mason facility patience as the Radisson patient, understanding, sup- took time to visit ground zero. defending our homeland con- Officer of NAB Vice-Chairwoman has proven to undergoes its final construc- portive, and keep me ground- Upon our offering of tobacco tinue to be prayed for and is also looking Tina Danforth be a compli- tion phase. ed as a parent. Their uncon- that was sent with sentiments appreciated. for interested mentary asset There are two upcoming ditional love is a blessing. To from the Oneida Nation High I recently attended a Native tribe and organizations as for gaming, and there are now GTC meetings that will be all those who continue to sup- School staff (and Cathy American Bancorporation investors and customers. If plans to renovate portions of scheduled in the near future. port me with kind words, Delgado-McLester), we met (NAB) quarterly meeting. interested, contact Mr. John the new casino adjacent to the The first is a gaming ordi- written gestures (e-mail and an ironworker from the This is the first meeting since Beirise at (314) 406-2143. To Radisson. These renovations nance amendment considera- snail mail), I thank you as Kanawake community. Don the NAB received approval see this project up and run- are currently under manage- tion. The Business well. My final acknowledg- Angus, Mohawk, was the from the Federal Reserve as a ning is a very positive step in ment review which will then Committee is currently ment goes out to the BC aides ironworker who shared with licensed holding company. the area of economic self- proceed to the Oneida reviewing the ordinance and and staff who help me and the us some of his experiences This project also acquired determination for tribal com- Business Committee and the after the Gaming Commission Oneida Nation stay strong, while working to dismantle Blackfeet National Bank munities. Oneida Gaming Commission and public hearing comments organized, and politically and clear the debris from the which is now known as Currently, the Radisson’s for final approval. I believe are completed, the amend- astute. And to the community World Trade Center. At one Native American Bank, NA 115-room and conference these changes are necessary ments will be brought to the – may all your ambitions and time he told us there were (National Association). The center expansion continues to to keep our competitive edge General Tribal Council for dreams for 2002 become a over 200 Native American executive offices for NAB be on schedule. It is exciting in the gaming industry. I action. The second meeting reality! Per capita issue everyone else, and it is also in Which they are going to to the BC, to make a decision. Guest Editorial About 5 to 6 months ago, I her job description under replace with their own ver- Which they have failed to do. put an article in the paper other job duties -as assigned sion. Remember Senior The GTC in 1982, gave a By Senator Russ Feingold regarding the 2001 Elderly as was forced down our Management is doing the directive, to the BC, to hire a As this year's session of Congress draws to a close, I write Restructuring. Who is Senior Per Capita payment of throats. All personnel written GM. Therefore the GM is to update you on legislative activities that may affect Native Management? All the people ($2000.00) that was never up due to tournament issues accountable, to the BC. The Americans here in Wisconsin. Throughout my service in the running the Nation, the peo- issued to the people that should have won their appeals power to hire, carries the U.S. Senate, I have strongly valued the input I have received ple who have the high paying turned 62 this year. because she was the immedi- power to fire. In 1935, OGTC from Wisconsin's Native American tribes about a wide array ate supervisor and someone jobs. Their going to protect Also the people that turned adopted a Constitution and of issues that come before Congress. I hope that after reading else wrote them up against their jobs. this update you will write, e-mail or call my office to share 65 did not get their extra $500 By-Laws. That makes the their will. The BC intermediary, Paul your thoughts about federal issues that affect your communi- this year. GTC, the Governing Body. Mandatory meetings - ah - Ninham, informed my father ty. I submitted a petition to the Whereas, the OBC, may be the real killer. All staff was and me. That he is sick and Earlier this year, I worked to give our nation's 32 tribal col- business committee request- delegated duties and responsi- told to automatically write a tired of hearing about these leges and universities adequate funding for campus facilities ing a GTC meeting to discuss bilities and is at all times sub- person up for missing a meet- issues, and he didn't want construction and renovation. The tribal colleges, more than why they (business commit- ject to the review power of the ing. How can he order this, he anything to do with these any other category of post-secondary institutions, educate tee) changed the eligibility OGTC. and the assistant director, issues. We were told that the Now I ask you, are you low-income students from more than 250 federally recog- date from Sept. 30 to Jan. 1 of snare the employees and the rest of the BC, GM. Office, going to allow this corruption nized tribes. These educational institutions, including Lac this year and all following appeal goes to them - isn't this Managers, Directors, Law to continue. Let's restore the Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College and the College years (without proper notifi- of Menominee Nation here in Wisconsin, deserve strong fed- a conflict of interest because Office, and Employee, are Honor and Dignity of this cation). This meeting was sick and tired of these issues. eral support. they issued the order? There Nation . The longer these peo- scheduled for Jan. 7 at the Now I ask, you the people I have encouraged the authors of the funding legislation for is no documentation for file, ple stay in office, the more Norbert Hill Center but has reading these letters. Who is the coming year to provide at least $5 million in funds to con- no verbal warning. Sadly, it is harm they can do to this been cancelled and awaits a to blame? The BC, for not tinue to address important needs like building, expanding and now policy. There is a lot Nation. What other bad deci- rescheduling date. As far as I making these people account- repairing classrooms, libraries, laboratories and other critical more, but I don't have the sions are they about to make? can tell, we should be first on able for their actions. These campus structures. Too many schools still have leaking roofs, room, but I will continue to How many secret deals do the agenda, under new busi- issues have been on going for asbestos insulation, exposed and substandard wiring, and keep the tribal membership they have going? How much ness. over 50 weeks. The issues crumbling foundations. These colleges serve a key role; abreast of the dictatorship are these secret deals going to Please watch for the were brought before the GM. Native American students who attend mainstream colleges which continues on. cost the Nation? rescheduled date and remem- The GM didn't respond to the are substantially more likely to stay in school if they have first Talk to a front line employ- The longer they stay in completed two years at a tribal college. Because the colleges ber to attend this very impor- issues. I took them before the ee, but don't be surprised if office, the closer we get to are located on federal trust territory, they must turn to the fed- tant meeting and bring all BC, they directed the GM, to they don't tell you because resolve the issues. The GM bankruptcy. Your decision. eral government to leverage private funds, and it is vitally your family members and they have families to support Brad Graham important that Congress be responsive to these tribal colleges' friends for support. failed to abide by the BC and are afraid of retaliation. directives. Now they are back New London, Wis. needs. Carol L. Smith The blackjack employees still I also have worked with a bipartisan group of Senators to What’s going on confide in me, they all vent fix an error in the law that prevented Native American women their frustrations. They could from being eligible for treatment of breast and cervical can- with blackjack? - talk to the director, but "what K a ll ii h w ii s a k s cer through the Medicaid program. No one should be denied vital health services because of a federal technical mistake. I Part II good would that do?" Why Letters To The Editor Policy continue to let this tyranny go am pleased to be able to support a bill to correct this error and For ages more tables could allow Native American women who use Indian Health be open, but he would never on? Blackjack needs fresh blood in the director position. Services to receive treatment for these cancers through the give us enough staff so yes a Letters must be limited to 500 words. All letters Medicaid program. Elaine Doxtator lot of customers were turned are subject to editing and must have your sig- Among the many important issues coming up in Congress away when we were busy. Bad Decisions nature, address and phone number for confir- next year is the reauthorization of the 1996 welfare reform One dealer came up with an law. As you may know, one of the important innovations of excellent schedule plan but Part II mation. Confirmation of letters will be needed the 1996 law was the ability for tribes to operate their own nothing ever came of it. What This letter is to continue before publication. Kalihwisaks has the right to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs. was it? Pride? If that plan was the first one. To let the people refuse publication of submitted letters. I joined several of my Senate colleagues in writing a letter to used, there wouldn't be a need know about the bad decisions, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary and former for a scheduler position any- that have been made by the Effective January 1, 2001 per Kalihwisaks Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson about this issue, urg- more. The blackjack trainer BC and what has been said to Policies & Procedures, Section I (c)(4), ing him to recommend the continuation of this policy when was made to take a pit man- me. “Individuals will not be allowed to submit more Congress reauthorizes the welfare law next year. We also ager position. The scheduler In the last paragraph, I encouraged Secretary Thompson to consider ways to add eco- could be a pit manager or a talked about the BC protect- than eight (8) letters per year regardless of topics.” nomic development assistance for Native American tribes to shift manager. The Director ing the NEPOTISM. By the For more information on Kalihwisaks Policies & the welfare law, and in particular to improve the capacity of and Assistant Director were BC holding private meetings. Procedures, please contact (920) 490-2452. tribes to manage their own TANF programs. to come in on weekends and Has proven to me, that they Next year there will be continued activity on issues impor- nights for a few hours per don't care anymore. Their Guest articles and editorials that appear in the tant to Native Americans, as Congress addresses a wide array senior management, how telling Managers, Kalihwisaks are not necessarily the views or of other economic, health and education issues. I hope that you will contact me with any ideas that you may have about often do you think they made Supervisors, Directors. Go opinions of the Kalihwisaks’ staff, Editorial Board an appearance? Instead of how I can support Wisconsin's Native American tribes in ahead, do what you want to. Congress. loaning the tournament coor- or the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. We are allowing you to, vio- I am working to reach out to as many Wisconsinites as pos- dinator to help upstairs, she late the Laws, Policies and the Although Kalihwisaks requires a final signed sub- sible who are interested in my work on Native American can fill in as a pit manager (as Rules. Go ahead, crush the mission from our readers who write in, you can e- issues, so please encourage your friends and colleagues to the tournament is only held employee and any other peo- mail us now - and send the hard copy through the contact my office if they are interested in receiving updates once per week) and let the ple who get in your way. We'll like this one. As a safety precaution, mail delivery to the U.S. people on modified work just look the other way. mail - to ensure we get your submission in time Senate was halted for several weeks because of letters con- duty work upstairs to help Remember these people for the deadline day. E-mail your letters to: taining anthrax that were mailed to two Senate offices in out. Let her do her own disci- took away your original Per Keith Skenandore - [email protected] October. If you choose to write me with your thoughts, I plines instead of forcing it on Capita payment and replaced regret any delay in my response that this mail stoppage may a pit manager when she is it with their own version. And If you have any questions, please feel cause. You may also contact my office by phone or via email. capable of doing this herself, they also, took away your free to call (920) 490-2452. However you choose to contact me, I value your thoughts and she had the training just like Restructuring Plan B vote. ideas, and I look forward to hearing from you. Kalihwisaks January 15, 2002 (Úskah Yaw√=lé)1 1 To place a Oneida’s classified, call the Kalihwisaks Best 1-800-236-2214 Marketplace!!

or other tribal opportunities and Monthly gross income Hospitality. This position will Casino Dealer Legals develop a two year budget and benefits. When: January 31, needed - $1,842.50; Oneida Position #4130 NOTICE OF HEARING 2002. Where: Legislative Estimated monthly payment monitor each budget area con- Salary: $5.15-$7.77/Hourly Purpose: Alcohol Control and Operating Committee tinually. This position is an Position Summary: This posi- - $560.06. exempt, designated key position Regulation Licensing Law: Conference Room, 2nd floor, Nation Jobs tion must be able to deal all Open house flyer’s will be and reports to the Assistant The purpose of this proposal is Norbert Hill Center. Time: types of blackjack games(shoe, Gaming Manager-Operations. to govern and control the sale, 11:30 A.M. on site. Please contact Loan Available pitch and variations). Hours are distribution and consumption of Public Hearing Process: Department at 490-2090 for Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding alloca- nights, weekends and holidays, alcohol beverages within the Testimony A. Oral: There will Conservation Warden further information. tions. approximately ten (10) to forty jurisdiction of the Oneida Tribe be a 10 minute limit for all oral Position #00136 Closing Date: (40) hours per week depending of Indians of Wisconsin (heri- presentations. Each participant 3590 N. Overland, Salary: Grade 09 $13.06/Hourly on department needs. This posi- is encouraged to provide a writ- January 31, 2002 nafter, “Oneida Nation” or Oneida (Negotiable dependent upon tion is an entry level, non- ten transcript of his/her oral tes- Proposed Start Date: “Tribe”) within the exterior education & experi- April 1, 2002 exempt position and reports to boundaries of the federally rec- timony, to be submitted while Open House ence.)($14.63/Hourly upon com- the Pit Manager(s).Continuation ognized Tribe’s reservation present at the public hearing or January 23 from 4:30- pletion or required training from of this position is contingent located within Wisconsin. within ten (10) business days 6:30 pm the Police Academy and one Lead Driver When: January 31, 2002. from the date of the public hear- upon funding allocations. January 26 from year of probation period.) Position #01725 Closing Date: Where: Legislative Operating ing to the below named individ- 10am-Noon Position Summary: This posi- Salary: Grade 05 $9.71/Hourly Until Filled Committee Conference Room, uals. B. Written: For those who Application deadline: tion is responsible for patrolling (Negotiable dependent upon Proposed Start Date: 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center. cannot attend the scheduled the Oneida Reservation to mon- education & experience.) As Soon As Possible Time: 11:30 A.M. public hearing or do not plan to February 1, 2002. itor and enforce the hunting, Position Summary: This posi- Public Hearing Process: speak at the hearing, the Oneida Ranch home, with 2 car Administrative Assistant fishing and other environmental tion will ensure the safe and Testimony A. Oral: There will Tribe encourages those to sub- garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath- law violations. This position will III mit written testimony. A maxi- timely transportation of the be a 10 minute limit for all oral rooms. Selling price - plan the Hunter’s Safety Oneida Community by providing Position #01584 mum of ten (10) pages double presentations. Each participant Programs, conduct natural supervisory direction and sup- Salary: Grade 05 $9.71/Hourly spaced, can be submitted within $75,000; Minimum down is encouraged to provide a writ- resources inventories, surveys port to the system’s drivers and (Negotiable dependent upon ten (10) business days from the payment - $5,345; Monthly ten transcript of his/her oral tes- and assist with the maintaining dispatcher. This position education & experience. **Must date of the public hearing to the gross income needed - timony, to be submitted while of the deer populations esti- requires the willingness to work be an enrolled member of the present at the public hearing or Tribal Secretary (Julie Barton) $2,096; Estimated monthly mates. Newly hired wardens will flexible hours to include Oneida tribe of Indians of within ten (10) business days or Bridget Long, Legislative payment - $586.97. be expected to make a minimum evenings and weekends. This is Wisconsin** Position Summary: Reference Office at the Norbert from the date of the public hear- Open house flyer’s will be commitment of two years to this a non-exempt and reports to the This position will complete ing to the below named individ- Hill Center, 2nd floor or at position due to the expenses Transit Director. Continuation of processes for regular and stand- uals. B. Written: For those who N7210 Seminary Rd., Oneida, on site. Please contact Loan incurred by the Tribe in training Department at 490-2090 for this position is contingent upon ing Oneida Gaming Commission cannot attend the scheduled WI 54155. If you would like to new wardens. One (1) year funding allocations. meetings to include pre-meeting public hearing or do not plan to obtain a copy of the above pro- further information. would start the day after gradua- Closing Date: organization, agenda prepara- posed policy or have any ques- tion from the Police Academy. speak at the hearing, the Oneida 894 Riverdale, Oneida Until Filled tion, minutes, notifications, Tribe encourages those to sub- tions as to the public hearing Must be willing to work a flexible Proposed Start Date: tracking and approval of meeting mit written testimony. A maxi- process, contact the Legislative Open House shift including holidays, week- As Soon As Possible minutes. This is a non-exempt, mum of ten (10) pages double Reference Office at 869-4376 January 23 from 4:30- ends and be on-call. Incumbent designated key position and will assist as back-up to Oneida spaced, can be submitted within 6:30 pm Accountant reports to the Oneida Gaming ten (10) business days from the Board Police Department and other Position #00378 Commission Administrator. date of the public hearing to the January 26 from environmental law enforcement Salary: Grade 10 $14.14/Hourly Continuation of this position is Tribal Secretary (Julie Barton) 10am-Noon departments. This is an exempt (Negotiable dependent upon contingent upon funding alloca- Vacancies position and reports to the or Bridget Long, Legislative Application deadline: education & experience. tions. Director of Natural Resources. Reference Office at the Norbert Oneida Tribal School Position Summary: This posi- Closing Date: February 1, 2002. Continuation of this position is Hill Center, 2nd floor or at Board. One Vacancy. tion is responsible for calculat- Until Filled Tri-level home, with 2 car contingent upon funding alloca- N7210 Seminary Rd., Oneida, Qualifications:This position will ing, reviewing and reconciling Proposed Start Date: WI 54155. If you would like to fill an unexpired term which garage, 5 bedrooms, 3 bath- tions. February 11, 2002 ends July 2002. Applicant must Closing Date: financial information to assure obtain a copy of the above pro- rooms. Selling price - accuracy and completeness of posed policy or have any ques- be a parent/guardian of stu- January 24, 2002 Customer Service dent(s) attending school. $173,000; Minimum down Proposed Start Date: transactions that will support tions as to the public hearing Host/Hostess Expiration date is January 11, March 31, 2002 management decision making process, contact the Legislative payment - $11,715; 2002. and to ensure compliance with Position #01525 Reference Office at 869-4376 Monthly gross income Salary: Grade 03 $8.49/Hourly Administrative Assistant generally accepted accounting Southeastern Oneida Tribal needed - $5,204; Estimated (Negotiable dependent upon principles and NOTICE OF HEARING Services Advisory Board. Six III education & experience.) monthly payment - regulations/codes. This position Purpose: Open Records and Vacancies. Qualifications: Position #01532 Position Summary: This posi- Open Meetings Law: The pur- Must be an enrolled Oneida $1,525.64. Salary: Grade 05 $9.71/Hourly will provide customer service tion is primarily responsible for pose of this law is to advance the Tribal Member. Resumes will Open house flyer’s will be (Negotiable dependent upon including financial statement the customer conveniences in democratic principle of open be required for appointments. on site. Please contact Loan education & experience. review, report generation, bud- the coat check, beverage and Must be a resident of government by providing exten- Department at 490-2090 for Position Summary: This posi- get preparation and will assist in /or customer service areas. This sive access to governmental Southeastern Wisconsin. tion position provides adminis- developing standard operating position will perform clerical information. Further, all meet- Applicant must agree to firm N7550 Bodart Court, trative support (floater) and is procedures. This is an non- duties such as, answering ings of the Oneida Nation shall commitments for attending responsible for the clerical and exempt position and reports to phones and greeting customers training, Board and General Seymour be publicly held in places rea- administrative duties for the the Accounting Manager. in service areas; coat check to Tribal Council meetings, func- sonably accessible to members Open House Oneida Community Health Continuation of position is con- keep accurate track of cus- of the Oneida Nation and shall tions and other events as estab- Center and support staff. This tomers coats and jackets; bever- lished by the board, SEOTS January 23 from 4:30- tingent upon funding allocation. be open to members at all times 6:30 pm individual must be able to pre- Closing Date: age will provide soft drinks and Advisory Board office or the sent a professional appearance, unless other wise expressly pro- January 17, 2002 coffee in an efficient and friendly Tribe. Each position serves a January 26 from attitude and demeanor in all sit- vided by law. When: January three year term. The expiration Proposed Start Date: manner to guests; Customer 10am-Noon uations but particularly in those Service will greet guests, 31, 2002. Where: Legislative date for application is January March 18, 2002 dealing with the general public. Operating Committee 11, 2002 Application deadline: answer phones, obtain change Conference Room, 2nd floor, February 1, 2002. This is a non-exempt position Pharmacy Technician for customers at machines, pro- Miss Oneida Committee and reports to the Office vide direction and transfer lost Norbert Hill Center. Time: Ranch home, with 2 car Position #01102 11:30 A.M. One (1) Vacancy. Manager.Continuation of this and found items to the appropri- garage, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 Salary: Grade 06 $10.42/Hourly Public Hearing Process: Qualifications:Members are to: position is contingent upon fund- ate areas. Employee must be (Negotiable dependent upon Testimony A. Oral: There will be Native American;have a high bathrooms. Selling price - ing allocations. personable, friendly and outgo- education & experience.) be a 10 minute limit for all oral school diploma,GED or HSED; $97,000; Minimum down Closing Date: ing. this position is required to have one year experience with January 15, 2002 Position Summary: This posi- presentations. Each participant payment - $6,800; Monthly work nights, weekends and holi- pageants or be a former crown Proposed Start Date: is encouraged to provide a writ- tion will assist the pharmacy days. THis is a Gaming/ Other, holder; and must serve a three gross income needed - March 18, 2002 staff in customer relations, basic non-exempt position and reports ten transcript of his/her oral tes- (3) year term. Purpose of this $2,390; Estimated monthly timony, to be submitted while Certified Medical prescription filling and dispens- to the Customer Service committee is to annually seek payment - $671.46. Supervisor. Continuation of posi- present at the public hearing or ing duties and secretarial/cleri- out (2) young Oneida females Records Coder tion is contingent upon funding within ten (10) business days Open house flyer’s will be cal tasks related to the normal that possess the ability, talent Position #00064 allocation. from the date of the public hear- on site. Please contact Loan operation of the Oneida and positive values for the task Salary: Grade 04 (Negotiable Closing Date: ing to the below named individ- Community Health Center of representing the Oneida Tribe Department at 490-2090 for dependent upon education & Until Filled uals. B. Written: For those who in culture enrichment and tradi- further information. Pharmacy Department. This is a experience. Position Summary: non-exempt position and Proposed Start Date: cannot attend the scheduled pub- tional values. The expiration As Soon As Possible This position position accurately reports to the Pharmacy lic hearing or do not plan to date will be February 8, 2002. Home For codes all patient records using Director. Continuation of posi- speak at the hearing, the Oneida the ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding Land Title & Trust tion is contingent upon funding Tribe encourages those to sub- systems for all patient encoun- Specialist Sale allocation. mit written testimony. A maxi- Van For Sale ters. This is a non-exempt posi- Position #01265 mum of ten (10) pages double 2650 Clive Street, Green Closing Date: tion and reports to the Nursing Salary: Grade 06 $10.42/Hourly spaced, can be submitted within Bay, WI 54313. Selling Price- Until Filled 1992 Ford Econoline Full Clinical Supervisor. Continuation (Negotiable dependent upon ten (10) business days from the $127,000. This home is not Proposed Start Date: Size Van. Must sell! V8 Engine. located within the Oneida of this position is contingent education & experience.)**Must date of the public hearing to the As Soon As Possible Asking $5,500 Or Best Offer. Nation Reservation boundaries. upon funding allocations. be an enrolled member of the Tribal Secretary (Julie Barton) Very Clean. For more informa- 2000 real estate taxes:$2,230. 4 Closing Date: Oneida Tribe of Indians of January 15, 2002 Ambulatory Clinic Staff or Bridget Long, Legislative tion call 920-491-9126 or 920- bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 stall Wisconsin** Position Summary: Reference Office at the Norbert attached garage. Additional fea- Proposed Start Date: Nurse This position will provide admin- 217-6338. tures include: new roof; siding Hill Center, 2nd floor or at As Soon As Possible Position #00112 istrative support for the Land, N7210 Seminary Rd., Oneida, and soffits; 2 new windows; Salary: Grade 10 (Negotiable Dream freshly painted interior; new Title and Trust Manager WI 54155. If you would like to Players Development dependent upon education & Trainee, assist in the planning obtain a copy of the above pro- carpeting; and 2 finished rooms in basement with new carpeting. Manager experience. Position Summary: and coordinating of activities in posed policy or have any ques- Homes Amenities include a firepalce in Position #01733 This position provides nursing the various Land Title and Trust tions as to the public hearing 2160 Woodcrest Drive, family room, refrigerator, dish- Salary: Grade 11 care in the ambulatory clinic at areas. This position is also process, contact the Legislative washer and wooden fence. Green Bay $31,907/Annually (Negotiable the Oneida Community Health responsible for documentation, Reference Office at 869-4376 Contact Mary Jo Nash @ 920- dependent upon education & maintenance and recording of Open House 869-1690 ext. 1812 for viewing. Center. This position will work in NOTICE OF HEARING experience. Position Summary: all land documents such as January 23 from 4:30- This position will develop, compliance with the Health deeds, mortgages, maps and Purpose: Pardon Ordinance: 6:30 pm Jobs Center’s philosophy and mission The purpose of this proposal is administer and manage the other related documents autho- Player Development statement. This is a non-exempt to reform the current pardon January 26 from rized by law to be recorded. Department. Incumbent will position and reports to to the This is a non-exempt position process by repealing the current 10am-Noon Available ensure effective and quality ser- Nursing Supervisor. and reports to the Land, Title law and replacing it with a clar- Application deadline: Own a Personal Computer? vices for customers of the and Trust Manager Trainee. ified version. The purpose of the Put it to work and earn an extra Continuation of position is con- February 1, 2002. $1,500-$7,500 per month work- Oneida Gaming Division, Continuation of this position is pardon is to forgive a Wisconsin tingent upon funding allocation. Ranch home, with 2 car ing part time/full time. Full through player tracking. contingent upon funding alloca- Oneida Tribal member who has Closing Date: garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath- training and support from a 21 Incumbent will develop and tions. been convicted of a crime in On-going Recruitment rooms. Selling price - year-old company traded on implement Department Closing Date: another jurisdiction which con- NASDAQ. For more informa- Standard Operating Procedures Proposed Start Date: January 17, 2002 viction would render such per- $91,000; Minimum down tion go to the website for the following departments: Applicants Placed in Proposed Start Date: son ineligible for employment payment - $6,417.50; www.byebyeprison.com. Fun Club, Tour Bus and Interviewing Pool March 24, 2002 1 2(Tékni Yaw√=lé) January 15, 2002 Kalihwisaks SportsSports && SortsSorts Ness achieves Basketball athletic success squads By Phil Wisneski Golomski added of Ness. continue Kalihwisaks Nate’s two best games To say Nate Ness has had a may have come in the two winning successful high school athlet- biggest games of his career. ic career at Ashwaubenon In last years state champi- may be a slight understate- onship game against Sussex ways ment. If your definition of Hamilton he snatched two Boys win last successful would include; interceptions. The intercep- two state football champi- tions help seal the victory for two games onships, Wisconsin Coaches the Jaguars as they won in By Phil Wisneski Association all state first dramatic come from behind Kalihwisaks team cornerback, Associated fashion 19-12. Nate’s efforts Press 2nd team all-state cor- The Oneida Nation boys in this year’s title game basketball improved to 5-3 nerback, state qualifier in against Waukesha Catholic with a pair of victories over track all four years, school Memorial were no different. the past three weeks. On record holder in two track He had one interception and events and one state track returned a punt 45 yards in December 20, the title in the mile relay, then the fourth quarter to set up a Thunderhawks routed Ness was a successful ath- Jaguar touchdown. Stockbridge 72-34. Oneida lete. Most people however Ashwaubenon went on win scored early and often as they would say he was an excep- it’s second straight title 27-7. opened up an 18-0 after the tional athlete who made the “The punt return (by Ness) first quarter. Jamison King most of his abilities. Photos courtesy of scored 10 of his game high really hurt us,” said Gary and Lisa Ness Nate Ness is a senior at Memorial coach Bill Young. 24 points in the opening stan- Ashwaubenon High School. Above: Nate Ness (38) “Nate has played big in big za. The Thunderhawks con- He helped lead the Jaguars to turns upfield on a punt games all year,” said back to back Division 2 State return against tinued to use pressure Golomski. “The bigger the Championships in football. defense and extended the game is, he has routinely Waukesha Catholic Playing the cornerback posi- lead to 54-17 after three stepped up and played great.” Memorial during the tion and being only about quarters of play. Lee Laster Nate has also done well in Division 2 State 5'8" and weighing 160 Championship at Camp and Roberto Hill scored 12 pounds, Nathan had to make the classroom. He carries points and 11 respectfully for around a 3.2 grade point Randall Stadium in up some size. He made up for the winners. average. He is planning on Madison. Ahwaubenon that and then some with his This past Tuesday, Oneida going on to college next year, won the game 27-7 and athletic ability, his determi- traveled to Menominee to nation and natural instincts. but he is undecided on where won their second staight he will attend. He has schol- championship. Ness battle their rivals. The game Using all his skills and abili- was mostly one sided as the ties, Ness lead the team in arship offers to attend St. was selected to the Thunderhawks beat up on the interceptions the past two Norberts and Concordia Wisconsin Football seasons and developed into College. Nate’s parents, Lisa Coaches Association Eagles 52-26. The game was “probably the best corner- and Gary are extremely First Team All-State the first after the holiday back in school history” proud of him. “I didn’t Football Team as a cor- break for Oneida, and it according to Ashwaubenon expect it,” said Lisa. “I knew nerback. Ness will con- showed. The Thunderhawks coach Ken Golomski. he was good, but not that tinue his football career played a sloppy game but “He has a great work ethic good.” in college. He has schol- still pulled out the win. and also is a great role model Nate’s accolades keep Roberto Hill led Oneida with rolling in. This past week he arship offers from both for the younger kids,” said St. Norbert College and 17 points. Golomski. “He always kept was selected to play in the The next game for the things in the right perspec- 26th Annual Wisconsin Concordia College. Nate also is a honor roll Thunderhawks will be on tive, he wasn’t cocky and he Shrine Bowl Football Game. Tuesday January 15 against The game will be played at student at presented his school, our Tri-County Plainfield. The football program and his Camp Randall Stadium in Ashwaubenon High game will be taped to be family very positively,” Madison on July 20, 2002. School. aired on Time Warner Cable. Officials support resolution calling for end of ‘Redskins’ name Thunderhawk By Derrill Holly of an American Indian, as a sure’s author and principal non-offensive name,” said tion came from Gerald girls 3 games Associated Press Writer “racist insult” and “morally backer was Carol Schwartz, a Schwartz, urging Snyder to Connolly and Eleanore WASHINGTON (AP) - unacceptable.” Republican member of the follow the lead of Towe, both northern Virginia over .500 Elected officials in the “We have no plans to District of Columbia Washington Wizards owner Democrats. By Phil Wisneski Washington region backed a change the name,” said Karl Council. That body passed a Abe Pollin. At the end of the The NFL franchise Kalihwisaks resolution Wednesday urging Swanson, the team’s senior similar resolution by a 12-1 1996-97 season, Pollen aban- became the Redskins in 1933 The Oneida Nation girls the NFL’s Washington vice president. Swanson vote in November. Swanson doned the name Bullets for when the team moved to basketball squad is already Redskins to abandon their expressed frustration that said Schwartz requested her his NBA franchise, in part Boston’s Fenway Park. The half-way to Coach Roy nickname. COG officials failed to con- first meeting with Redskins’ because of a spike in local team has been based in the Redhail’s team goal of win- “Change the team’s name sult team owner Daniel management nine days after gun related violence. Washington area since 1937. ning 12 games this year. The prior to the 2002-2003 foot- Snyder or his staff before that vote was taken. The Council of When asked about the team has a 6-3 record with 10 ball season,” are the final bringing the resolution up for Both resolutions outline a Governments is a regional vote, Swanson referred to a games remaining on the words of a one-page resolu- a vote. history of the word’s use, coordinating body with little letter he sent to Schwartz fol- schedule. tion passed Wednesday by “If someone had invited us which it says was to dehu- real power. Its resolution is lowing the D.C. Council’s On December 20, the the Metropolitan Washington to participate or to provide manize Indians by bounty similar to others, some by passage of its resolution. The Thunderhawks defeated Council of Governments information we would have,” hunters who collected scalps American Indian advocacy correspondence reiterated the future conference foe (COG). It describes the said Swanson. for payment. groups, demanding that high organization’s opposition to Stockbridge 47-33. Oneida team’s storied logo, a profile He noted that the mea- “We can get used to a new school, college and profes- any name change. had the game under control sional teams drop names that Redskins “symbolizes most of the game and led 24- hark back to the nation’s courage, dignity and leader- 10 at halftime and extended Indians. ship,” Swanson wrote. “We that lead to 37-17 after three Calling all Oneida Artists: Wednesday’s council vote do not sanction fanciful mas- quarters of play. Margaret was 11-2 with 5 abstentions. cots or caricature-type Stevens led Oneida with 15 The votes against the resolu- logos.” Student & Professional!!! points and sister Maria The Oneida Nation Arts Program (ONAP) is offering two grants for Permanent limit on chipped in 14. Marquita Hill Oneida tribal artists: DAP art scholarships for college students and a also contributed 8 points for public art project for working tribal artists. perch catch backed the Thunderhawks. MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Green Bay commercial Following the holiday ONAP's Dollars for Art Program has four grants of $250.00 each to Tight limits on the amount of fisherman Mark Maricque break Oneida traveled to Oneida students attending higher educational institutions. Application yellow perch that can be said he and other fishermen Coleman and battled with Coleman Faith Christian. deadline: Feb. 15, 2002. FMI: Christine Klimmek (920) 405-4499, or caught in Lake Michigan's question the yellow perch Green Bay would become Maria Stevens scored 14 of email: [email protected] data-gathering by the state permanent under a plan Department of Natural her game high 16 points in approved by a key legislative the second half as Oneida Public Art Project: Artists Changing Spaces! is about community Resources and hope upcom- committee that reviewed it. ing DNR-funded workshops pulled out a narrow victory artists and community members restoring public spaces to reflect The Joint Committee for will produce more informa- 50-43. Margaret Stevens Oneida traditional heritage, culture, and spirit. The proposed space is Review of Administrative tion on issues affecting the added 14 points for the Rules voted 10-0 Thursday to perch population. Thunderhawks. the Business Committee conference room in the Norbert Hill Center make permanent the tempo- Maricque said he believes On January 8 Oneida in Oneida. Transformation of the space may include any rary rule that cut from 25 to played host to perennial 10 the daily bag limit for exotic fish such as white 2-D, 3-D, mixed medium, or installation arts. All visu- perch and carp are having an power Oakfield. The recreational anglers, and Thunderhawks hung tough al art mediums are accepted. from 200,000 pounds to impact, as are the growing numbers of cormorants in the but fell 52-41. Maria Stevens Project proposal due: February 15, 2002. 20,000 pounds the amount allowed annually for com- area. led the team with 12 points. FMI: Beth Bashara (920) 405-4499 or e-mail mercial fishing. “All you can do is try and With the loss Oneida’s record [email protected] The rule took effect July 1 make it through the next cou- falls to 6-3. The next game for the Thunderhawks is Both applications are available on the web at after studies showed perch ple of years,” he said. “I’m reproduction has dropped far not going to quit. It’s like a Friday January 18 against ww.oneidanationarts.org/News/bulletin.htm below good years in the early family farm. You’ve got too Washington Island at the 1980s. much invested to just quit.” Turtle School. 2(T#ken) January 15, 2002 K a lliih w iis a k s LocalLocal NeNewsws McCallum to call special session of Legislature beginning Jan. 22 By JR Ross The AP. “I will show them them to take action. Majority Leader Chuck ments and prohibit property budget bill to the Legislature, Associated Press Writer how. I will walk them through McCallum said he would Chvala, D-Madison, did not tax increases. But he declined it will be sent to the Joint MADISON, Wis. (AP) - this process.” have preferred for lawmakers immediately return calls to to discuss specifics of his pro- Committee on Finance. The Gov. Scott McCallum will McCallum said he has the to begin their work last the AP late Friday. posal other than his no-tax call a special session of the general framework of his bud- month, but they wanted sales During a special session, pledge. committee, made up equally Legislature Jan. 22 for law- get proposal together. But he and income tax revenue num- the Legislature can only con- He did say his plan would of Republicans and makers to begin work on his will not have the final details bers through the end of sider issues as ordered by the protect services to the needi- Democrats, will review the proposal to shore up a state prepared until he receives an December first. He said they governor. Lawmakers were est Wisconsin residents while proposal, discuss amend- budget shortfall that could top official estimate from the should be prepared to act after already scheduled to convene continue his commitment to $1.3 billion, he told The nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal the wait. Jan. 22 and will be able to education. ments and send a revised ver- Associated Press Friday. Bureau next week on the “They should have been convene in special session or This week, McCallum pro- sion to the full Legislature for McCallum said he will pre- exact size of the shortfall. He listening as much a I have,” regular session to take up posed extending unemploy- review. sent his plan to lawmakers had earlier estimated it could McCallum said. “They should other matters as they wish. ment benefits by eight weeks Once the bill passes both Jan. 22 in an address before a range from $300 million to be fully prepared.” McCallum said because of beyond the current six-month houses, it will be sent back to joint meeting of the more than $1.3 billion. Assembly Speaker Scott that, his special session order limit to help laid-off workers Legislature, an unusual step He said his plan would be Jensen, R-Waukesha, said he would be a symbolic gesture struggling in the recession. McCallum for his approval. for a special session. released within days of did not expect lawmakers to signify to lawmakers how “People are being laid off He said lawmakers should He pledged his plan would receiving the Fiscal Bureau would delay taking action on urgent the state's budget crisis now,” McCallum said. stick closely to his plan. not include tax increases and estimate and said he would McCallum's proposal. is. “People are having a tough “This is not going to be vowed to veto any attempts tell lawmakers he expected “This problem doesn’t get McCallum praised two time making their ends meet. by lawmakers to do so. them to act on his plan within any better with delay,” Jensen Republican proposals earlier We don’t have the luxury of easy no matter when you do “This can be done without a month. But he has no said. “It only gets worse.” this week to freeze spending taking a long time.” it. Let’s just get on with it,” tax increases,” McCallum told authority to set a deadline for A spokesman for Senate by state and local govern- Once McCallum sends his McCallum said. Changes to W-2 program begin taking CREDIT PROBLEMS? effect MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The state has begun imple- menting a range of changes to NEED A CAR OR TRUCK? its welfare to work program recommended by an advisory panel formed to address its Bankruptcy, bad credit, no credit, divorce, repossession… shortcomings. The Department of Workforce Development released an implementation You’re Welcome at AutoCredit! schedule Tuesday that incor- porates many of the changes to the program over the next few months. Department spokeswoman Rachel Biittner said the schedule is not a deadline for BUY NOW! PAY LATER! each of the changes to take effect. Rather it is an estimate of when the department expects the changes to occur. Department Secretary * Jennifer Reinert appointed the NO DOWN PAYMENT reform group after critical state audits found W-2 helped relatively few clients out of poverty and two W-2 on a HUGE selection of USED CARS & TRUCKS providers misspent money intended for the poor. The audits also faulted the program for lax monitoring of private agencies hired in Call Today: 1-888-368-2277 Milwaukee County, inade- quate assessments of client needs and for placing few Toll Free 24 Hour Credit Hotline clients in education or train- ing that could lead to self- supporting jobs. or apply online at: www.vanboxtelac.com The state had 8,528 W-2 families on cash assistance in 1616 7th Street, Green Bay, WI November, the most recent figures available. The case- load has risen steadily from 6,669 cases in February. Sorry we’re late *To qualified buyers with approved credit Due to an unforeseen medical absence, the staff of Kalihwisaks apologizes for not getting the paper out to your mailbox on time. Unfortunately, we had to push back our press run pass the weekend so that’s why you’re receiving your newspaper in the middle of the week. Please call 869-4277 if you have any questions regarding this matter. K a lliih w iis a k s january 15. 2002 (Áhs<)3 LocalLocal NeNewsws

In loving memory of our mother, wife and grandmother Oneida concerts: Night In Loving Memory of Mildred ‘Dottie’ E. Anderson (Schuyler) Sun Series in full swing Little Grace Elijah Though she is gone Oneida, Wis. - The Oneida Little Grace Elijah Concerts: Night Sun Series on her 24th Birthday~January 12, 2002 She is not gone - she is here brings back the best perform- with us ers of past concerts and pre- For Gracie She sits at the makers side sents the brightest new-com- When you hear flute music, She gazes down on us ers to the Native American that is my voice spinning music scene. light through shadow. She would not want us to This concert series features Fluttering on updrafts be sad two winners of the 2001 of spring wolves But rather to be glad Native American Music crying, Awards. Joanne Shenandoah howls rise amid red For she has gone to a won “Best New Age maples and old oaks. much better place Recording,” and Annie Flutes sigh with The maker has ceased all her pain and suffering Humphrey won two awards: hollow winds, churning, He has made her whole and young the “Best Female Artist,” and leaving melodies of “Best Folk/Country Artists.” empty space, again The NAMA awards are to linger on our breath and fading. She waits for us just beyond the moon equivalent to the Grammy The illusion of the Pipe-Maker blows harmonies And someday soon we will all be awards among Native Brent Michael Davids is through whistle-weeds and snake-grass. Together again as a family American performing artists. scheduled to appear on The Oneida Concerts: With the whirlwinds of song - we dance. Jan. 19, along with the Dancing, until the stars touch earth... Love, your husband and family Night Sun Series, produced by the Oneida Nation Arts Duck Creek Community XXOO Program (ONAP), is at the Theatre, at the Walter Sadly missed by Family and Friends. Walter Theatre of the St. Theatre of St. Norbert’s Written by Melanie M. Ellis Norbert College in DePere, College in De Pere. WI.. Tickets can be purchased Third in the series are at the St. Norbert’s Box Annie Humphrey and Buddy SMITTY S PAINTING Office or on the Arts Program Painting or Staining: Interior or exterior Big Mountain on Feb. 23, website at www.oneidana- 2002. Annie Humphrey, a In Loving Memory of tionarts.org/programs/con- folk-pop singer, opens the my Grandson J David Smith, Owner serie.html. concert for Buddy Big who passed away January 21, 2000 2902 Bennett Street The series opened on Mountain. O Oneida, WI 54155 Saturday, Nov. 17, at 7:30 The El Dorado News- S 920-366-0600 (cell) p.m., with Joanne Times states Annie’s CD: Enrolled Oneida Tribal member Shenandoah. Joanne’s sister, “The Heron Smiled ... is Diane, and daughter, Leah, beautiful yet haunting ... her H sang with her on stage voice is equal to or better than adorned in beautiful and styl- most contemporary female U ish buck skin dresses. folk-rockers.” A Joanne’s concert received a Everybody’s favorite pup- four star review from local art pet master, Buddy Big critic Warren Gerds. Mountain returns to the “The concert ... was excel- Oneida Concert Series, Feb. W lent because Joanne 23, 2002, with his entourage Cornelius, Joey Johnson, Andy Shenandoah is a fine artist by of characters. He is often E Andy Johnson, 25, Oneida, any measure,” Gerds wrote in credited as one of the top five Scott died in an automobile acci- the Green Bay Press Gazette, ventriloquists/comedians in Joey Scott Cornelius, 34, B dent Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001. Nov.19, 2001. the market. A million times I’ve thought of you, Green Bay, died Friday, Jan. Andy was born September 13, “At the core, always, is her The grand finale in the con- and a million times I’ve cried. 4, 2002. Joey was born April S 1976 in Kaukauna to Dennis rich and beautiful voice, with cert series is Ulali: A Native 8, 1967, in Green Bay, to In my heart, you hold a place and Debbie (Denny) Johnson. Diane and Leah filling in har- American a Capella Trio. Wayne and Cleo (Schuyler) no one could ever fill. T Andy is survived by his monies,” Gerds said. Ulali is a favorite group to Cornelius. Joey married parents, Dennis and Debbie, The second concert fea- It broke my heart to lose you! Debra Jourdan June 17, 2000, many audiences across the E Oneida; a brother, Dennis at Oneida Methodist Church tures Brent Michael Davids country. Ulali blends a variety I Love You Always, Johnson Jr., Oneida; a sister, in Oneida. Joey enjoyed and Duck Creek Community of traditional and contempo- R Nikki Johnson, Oneida; a spe- Grandma King sports, fishing, camping and Theatre on Jan. 19, 2002. rary indigenous music of the cial nephew, Dennis III. Andy especially enjoyed spending Brent Michael Davids from Americas. Their songs, is also survived by his mater- time with his children. Joey the Mohican Nation, Bowler, accompanied by drums and nal grandmother, Clara was the first one to be there WI. His original composi- rattles, draws on an eclectic ''DoDo'' Denny, Oneida; when his family needed help. tions moves between the mix of southeastern Native paternal grandparents, Survivors include his wife, worlds of chamber music and American musical styles like Bernard and Rose Johnson, DDuuccee LLoovvee Debra; his children, Jerome, Native American Song. He the stomp dance, Plains and Oneida; aunts, uncles, nieces, Makenit and Kodiak; his uses traditional Native northeastern Indian phrasing, nephews and many friends. stepchildren, Justin, Bobbie, Mexican Indian musical Funeral services were held American instruments of his TÇwç? Ashley and Tyler; Joey’s par- at 11 a.m. at the church with own design including flutes forms and tunes, as well as ents, Wayne and Cleo Harriet Alicia officiating. made of quartz crystal. the vocal mixes and riffs from lÉâ ã|ÄÄ tÄãtçá Cornelius; brothers Carlos Burial in the church cemetery. Duck Creek Community jazz, African American and Sharon, Wayne and Kelly Ryan Funeral Home, De Pere Theatre returns by popular gospel and blues. ux Åç uxáà yÜ|xÇw and Christopher; sisters, Jodi assisted the family with demand with a new play by Tickets can be purchased at and Amy; mother-in-law, tÇw ã|ÄÄ ÇxäxÜ ux arrangements. Dawn Thomas, one of the St. Norbert Box Office, Rose Koehler; many nieces, Oneida’s emerging play- (920) 403-3950 or 1-800- nephews, aunts, uncles, wrights. This promises to be a SNC-BOXX. Also, visit our yÉÜzÉààxÇ4 cousins and many friends. funny and heartfelt produc- website at Joey was preceded in death Love You Bro, Lare tion. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, oneidanationarts.org/pro- by his father-in-law, Larry grams/conserie.html or call Koehler. and you’ll come away know- ing more. ONAP at (920) 405-4499. 4(Kayé) January 15, 2002 K a lliih w iis a k s Local/SLocal/Statatete NeNewsws

Creativity demonstrated by local artist House of glass? Oneida - Workers from several area elec- By Yvonne Kaquatosh tric and solar companies help with the instal- Kalihwisaks lation of new solar panels that will help sup- She has always enjoyed drawing since ply power to the new grocery store that will she was a child, explained Curtis Denny of open later this year. The solar panels were his daughter Debra Pitsch, the eldest of designed by Chris LaForge from Great eight children (five sisters and two broth- Northern Solar and will be the largest in this ers). area. The panels will produce 10 kilowatts of According to her proud father, Debra is power. the artistic one. The panels to the right are stationary. One Up until two years ago, Pitsch, 48, has set of panels will be movable and will follow painted native oriented designs on box the sun’s path each day to obtain the most elder stumps. She changed her artistic amount of direct sunlight. Thus more elec- technique to a 3-dimensional medium by tricity is produced. carving a variety of things such as, “One of he best parts of working with wolves, eagles, and busts of native males solar power is seeing the owners face light up on the stumps. when I turn the power back on and they see So far, relatives are the main recipients the electric meter actually stopping and run- of Debra’s artistic creations. ning backwards,” said LaForge. Photo by Yvonne Kaquatosh, Debra, a part-time custodial worker in The grocery store also has hired a new Above, one of Debra’s latest artistic Hillberg, Wisconsin, previously worked at grocery store manager. His name is Carl V. designs she created from a box elder Kimberly Clark for 12 years. Lorang. Look for an upcoming article on stump. Her mother is the late Beverly Denny. Carl and more grocery store information in upcoming issues of the Kalihwisaks. Besaw takes top vote in Heavy equipment calls for heavy training Menominee Tribal Legislature election By Yvonne Kaquatosh Boivin, 404. Kalihwisaks Community members are The final election for three encouraged to attend the re- open legislative seats within organizational meeting which the Menominee Nation gov- will be held at 9:00 a.m. in the ernmental structure was held Ada Deer Room of the last week. The top three can- Menominee Casino-Bingo- didates are as follows: Gary J. Hotel on Saturday, February Besaw, Curriculum Director 9, 2002. The three newly at the Menominee Indian elected members will be School District, received the sworn in at that time. Other most votes at 704, while items that will be acted on are Anthony J. Waupochick, Sr. the Chairman’s salary and lead the race in second place election of officers. The with 611 votes. Joan R. Chairman’s salary is currently Delabreau followed close set at $100,000.00. It is antic- behind, garnering 598 votes ipated that there will be a in her favor. decrease with the current The three remaining candi- salary. dates vying for a position on The new electees will be the governing body of the joined by current legislative tribe were as follows: members: Apesanahkwat, Michael Chapman, 514; Eugene Caldwell, Sylvia Theodore “Tony” Warrington Wilber, Lisa Waukau, Myron Photos by Phil Wisneski with 418 votes and Laurie Pyawasit, and Sarah Skubitz. Above: Clyde Skenandore shows the proper way to Corrections unload a back hoe from the trailer at a local construc- In the December 14 issue In the December 21 issue tion site on Cooper Road. of Kalihwisaks, information of Kalihwisaks, the Oneida Right: Heavy equipment submitted by the VFW Post was incorrectly trainer John Lovato, cen- Conservation staff, ‘Deer identified. It should have ter, explains to the DPW season 2001', pertaining to read Oneida VFW Post crew importance of safety Doug House was incorrect. #7784 provided a gift and while operating heavy His deer should have been candy to the elders and the equipment. DPW Safety registered a 10pt Buck gift bags were donated by Coordinator Dale Powless weighing in at 220 lbs. the Oneida community set up the training for his through in-kind donations. department. DPW has only had 2 lost time accidents in Do you need a zipper replaced on your the last 7 years. pants or jacket? When you go to pick out something to wear, does it have a rip or needs a button sewn? Maybe it’s too large Madrid on the road to recovery and has to be taken in, or needs hemming? By Phil Wisneski of the medical treatment, lodging of fam- Patricia remains in good spirits despite Also, let us complete Kalihwisaks ily members in Madison and transporta- the setbacks she has experienced. your custom monogramming. The road to recovery has been a long, tion expenses. The fund raiser consisted Doctors has been able to reverse the slow process for Patricia Madrid. It is a of chili, fry bread baked goods and onset of rejection of her new liver and Oneida Wardrobe road to recovery though and that is good numerous raffles. An account has also the various infections that have occurred news for Madrid. She underwent a liver been set up at Bay Bank. If you would have been treated successfully. Department transplant on December 3, 2001 in like to make a donation, a deposit can be According to the America Liver Madison. Patricia has been on the list to 2170 Airport Drive made in the “Patricia Madrid, Benefit Foundation livers are donated, with con- receive a liver since May of 2001. for” account. sent of the next of kin, from individuals Patricia had been making a good For all your repairs, Patricia was in need of a new liver due who have a brain death. When such a alterations and recovery and was able to return home on Christmas Eve. She spent two days at to cirrhosis of hers. She developed cir- donor is identified, transplant centers are monogramming needs! home, but laboratory results forced her rhosis because of the medication she was contacted by a computer network and Please call us at back to the hospital in Madison. Patricia taking for sarcoidosis in her lungs and arrangements are made to retrieve the then underwent a five hour surgery to stomach. Cirrhosis kills healthy liver liver. The only condition that the liver 429-3460 repair her liver’s bile ducts. cells and replaces them with scar tissue. must have is that the donor and donee Located in the Gaming Warehouse next to the IMAC This past Saturday a fund raiser con- Cirrhosis is the most common reason for must have the same blood type and be ducted to help off set the enormous costs transplants among adults. approximately the same size. K a lliih w iis a k s January 15, 2002 (Wisk)5 EducaEducationtion Doxtator excels in St. Cloud president to speak against Indian nicknames metro math league ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) - Saigo said. “I’m not here to to the NCAA's executive Oneida, Wis. - Keith that competed against forty The president of St. Cloud attack one institution. I’m committee are expected in Doxtator, a junior at Seymour other teams from the ten State University will urge here to present the facts and August. High School, took top indi- schools. The Seymour I team other presidents in the happenings.” vidual honors in the first math earned a perfect score in the Saigo, who is still develop- National Collegiate Athletic The University of North meet of the Green Bay metro team round, boosting them to ing material for his presenta- Association to take a stand Dakota, whose athletic teams Math League season on a 5th place finish overall. tion, said he has received res- against the use of American play St. Cloud State teams, is October 22. Two Seymour Members of the Seymour I Indian nicknames and mas- olutions from American teams traveled to Green Bay probably the school closest to team were: James Aleksy, cots. St. Cloud State with an Indian and civil rights groups Southwest to compete against Katie DeBruin, Keith supporting his efforts. students from ten Bay Roy Saigo plans to speak American Indian nickname. Doxtator, R.J. Kleman, Erik during the NCAA’s Division “I want the NCAA to take a Conference and Green Bay Larsen, Patti Rankin, UND’s nickname is the II chief executive officers lun- Fighting Sioux. Supporters, stand. It’s not my initiation. schools. Keith earned the Catherine Rottier, and Russ cheon in Indianapolis on including benefactor Ralph I’m just taking it to another highest score in the entire Schampers. Each student’s meet, beating more than 300 Sunday. It will be the first of Engelstad, who built a new level,” Saigo said. individual score contributed other individual students. He two visits Saigo will make hockey arena in Grand Forks, to the team total, so it was the The Minnesota State received a first place medal this month to NCAA head- have said the name represents strong performance of each Colleges and Universities sys- for the 11th Grade Division. quarters. a proud heritage while oppo- and every student that led to tem is expected to release a Keith, 16, is also active in The NCAA is the sanction- nents say it is offensive. the teams’ success. Keith Doxtator took top Boys Varsity Basketball. The ing body for about 1,200 col- statement on the issue some- Eight area Academic individual honors, beat- On Jan. 28, Saigo will team received state champi- leges across the country, time after Wednesday, he Decathlon teams advanced ing more than 300 stu- make a formal presentation to onship honors last year. including St. Cloud State. The said. MnSCU is the largest past the local competition dent, in the first math the NCAA’s Minority Keith is the son of Kevin luncheon is part of the organi- Opportunities and Interests system of higher education in which made them eligible to meet of the Green Bay and Jeannie Doxtator and the zation’s annual convention. committee. the state, serving over grandson of Hudson Doxtator participate in regional compe- Metro League. He 300,000 students. It includes tition on Jan. 11. This weekend, Saigo will Last March, Saigo submit- of Oneida. received a first place speak to Division II presi- seven state universities, Katie DeBruin, a senior at Upcoming Math meets will ted a resolution to the NCAA, medal for the 11th Grade dents during the luncheon’s including St. Cloud State, and Seymour, also excelled indi- take place on January 21, asking it to eliminate the use Division. Watch the next open forum. 27 two-year colleges on 53 vidually, taking the fifth place 2002 at DePere and on March of American Indian monikers issue of Kalihwisaks for campuses. It's separate from position in the 12th Grade 18 at Green Bay. Seymour “I hope to educate the pub- by its members. The commit- Division. will host a meet on February further results of the lic, talking about issues sensi- tee has spent a year studying the University of Minnesota Seymour had two teams 18. regional competition. tive to a group of people,” the issue. Recommendations system. COUPON GOOD FOR 30% OFF! College students explore six Louisiana Indian mounds By Charlie Bier Fourteen University of al archaeologist with the uni- water and chemicals to sepa- New To You The Daily Advertiser Louisiana-Lafayette anthro- versity’s department of soci- rate sediment and smaller Family Resale Boutique LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - If pology students have ology and anthropology, said artifacts such as seeds or corn, Gary Metoxen, Owner clues from the past are any unearthed artifacts from a the lack of agricultural evi- will be done after all the field- “In Fashion Clothing… indication, Louisiana has cluster of six Indian mounds dence at the site, coupled with work is complete. at Old fashion Prices” been the “Sportsman’s at the Bayou Portage site in findings of other sites in this “We’re discovering the 2615 Packerland Dr. Paradise” for years, like 1,000 rural St. Martin Parish. The area specific to the period, whole past of a people,” said Green Bay, WI 54313 920-499-2988 of them. archaeological dig demon- bolster the hunting and gath- student Renee Thomas. “Where they lived, how they (Located 1 block south of Airport Rd. intersection) Grandchildren and strates Acadiana has always ering theory. been a haven for hunting and “This is such a rich envi- lived and their technology. others Raising What we’re basically doing is Children of fishing, according to their ronment, you didn’t have to teacher. become a farmer to survive,” digging through their trash.” Application deadline drawing Relatives Rees said the main mound, who live in Brown Professor Mark Rees said McGimsey said. “There may which measures 13 feet high, County that “pieces of the past” col- have been no incentive to near for Gates Millennium lected at the site - which has farm here.” could have been built in about Are you aware of been associated with the early Rees said the site, which “30 years or less” by the Scholarship program services to support your Plaquemine culture of the rests on private land, has been Indians. Tools used would have likely been sharp sticks The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation established efforts? A study is being Mississippian period from scarred from erosion, looting for shovels and baskets the Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) program to pro- done through the 1000 A.D. to 1700 A.D. - and four-wheeler riding. The woven from area vegetation vide outstanding high school seniors with an opportuni- University of include deer and fish bones, area, Rees said, will be for carting soil from “borrow” ty to complete college educations. Individuals are eligi- Wisconsin-Green Bay an arrowhead and shards of restored and partially areas. ble to be nominated if they: 1) are African American, and UW-Extension to pottery. enclosed in barbed wire as With names like Squirrel American Indian/Alaska native, Asian Pacific Islander learn about th e needs Rees said from the evi- part of the university under- Trap, Broken Arrow and American or Hispanic American; 2) are a citizen or per- of people raising dence gathered at the site, an taking. relative’s children. ancestral tribe to the The current project, Rees Black Crow, the mounds manent resident of the United States; 3) have a cumula- could have served a number tive GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale; 4) will enter an accredit- Chitimacha Indians who once said, will build on the excava- We have a survey and populated the area found so tion work done at the site of purposes, including mortu- ed college or university as a full-time degree seeking ary temples or homes for the freshman in the fall of 2002; 5) have a significant finan- a resource guide for much natural bounty they did- since it was discovered in n't need to farm. 1974, while giving UL- elite. cial need; and 6) have demonstrated leadership abilities you! “We don’t know for sure Lafayette students practical Rees said they almost cer- through community service or other extra curricular Call the Aging Resource yet, but they likely lived as experience in the field. tainly weren’t burial sites, activities. Principals, teachers, guidance counselors, trib- Center at 448-4314 for hunters and gatherers,” Rees Rees said a lab process based on data consistent with al higher education representatives, and other profes- your copies. said. called floating, where soil the period and lack of human sional educators are invited to nominate students with Charles McGimsey, region- from the site is mixed with bones found. outstanding academic qualifications. Please complete and Contact the Gates Millennium Scholars program toll return in postage paid Non-Traditional Careers for Women free at 1-877-690-4677 for more information. envelope by All application materials must be postmarked on Jan. 18, 2002. to be arranged. or before February 1, 2002. Attention High School Introducing Women to Auto Technology Juniors/Seniors and Careers Dates: January 15, 22, 29; February 5, 12, 19, Women Changing Careers 26; March 5, 19, 26; April 2, 9, 2002 Sandra Skenadore, OJT Office Time: 6:40 p.m. - 10:10 p.m. AAtttteennttiioonn!! Free Introductory courses are being offered (Class meets on Tuesdays for 12 weeks) at NWTC to introduce women to Careers in Includes 40 hours class and 20 hours worksite Electricity, Auto Collision, Auto Technology, experience. Worksite experience location, and Machine Tool. dates and time to be arranged. Lambeau’s Learn about high wages, high demand, Location: NWTC Green Bay Campus, Rm. 5108 skills needed to succeed in non-traditional Introducing Women to Machine Tool jobs, basic safety, and tools and terminology Operation Careers Bookkeepers used in the trades and technical fields. 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Worksite experience location, dates and time introductory courses. 6(Yá=yahk) January 15, 2002 Kalihwisaks EyEyee onon EnEnvironmentvironment Largemouth bass safe to eat in Oneida’s lakes Submitted by Melissa Moren and October of 2001. The target species for lution include the use of Hg-containing slimi- fishing regulations within the Reservation Environmental, Health, and Safety Area the study was Largemouth Bass (Micropterus cides in pulp paper mills. The highest level of please call the Conservation office at 869- In an attempt to create a safe, sustainable salmoides). The average size of the fish sam- Ni was 0.0005 parts/million (ppm). The high- 1450. fishery for Tribal use, efforts have been put pled from Finger Lake was 14.25 inches. The est level of Hg found in the fish tissues was The following people should be acknowl- forth in fish stocking and ecological habitat average size of the fish sampled from the .0004 parts/million (ppm). This is well below edged for their involvement with this project: improvements in two Tribally owned lakes; Quarry was 16.23 inches. The Largemouth the Environmental Protection Agency’s level Stewart Cogswell, Fisheries Biologist- U.S. Tyen yokwa htha kanya ta lay (Quarry Lake) Bass were tested for cadmium, lead, mercury, of concern of .049 ppm. Fish and Wildlife Service; Dale Cornelius, and Osnu hsa kanya ta lay (Finger Lake). The nickel and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). What does this mean for you? It means that Water Resources Team, which is a part of the There was no detection of cadmium, lead or eating largemouth bass from our two lakes is Land Contaminant Surveyor; Lance Denny, Environmental, Health and Safety Area, has PCBs in any of the composite samples. safe. As always, consume fish within moder- former Tribal Warden; Tony Kuchma, Wetland conducted a fish tissue analysis study. The Mercury (Hg) and nickel (Ni) were detected in ation and always abide by tribal fishing regu- Program Coordinator; Melissa Moren, Water purpose of testing fish tissue is to determine all of the composite samples, but at very low lations. If you have questions about this study Resources Specialist; Jim Snitgen, Water levels of harmful contaminant’s in the fish. amounts. It is suspected that the source of Ni please contact a Water Resources Team mem- Resources Team Leader; and members of The two lakes were sampled in September is from automobile runoff. Sources of Hg pol- ber at 497-5812. If you have questions about Oneida Conservation Corps. Still looking for a New Year’s resolution? Fishermen want measures Seat belt signs to rid bay of cormorants ASHWAUBENON, Wis. Canada, are fish eaters, but encourage (AP) - Local fishermen are studies do not support the everyone to calling for tough population claim that they are responsi- controls on thousands of ble for the steep decline of buckle up once-endangered cormorants yellow perch in the bay. they believe are responsible The Fish and Wildlife Submitted by Environmental, for the decline of the yellow Service is considering a vari- Health, & Safety Area perch population in the Green ety of plans to deal with the 1. Did you know that Bay. bird, including harassing more often than not, the About 65 people attended a them and regulating hunting most dangerous thing we Monday night meeting to of the cormorant. do every day is drive to respond to a plan from the No one who spoke at the work? Did you buckle up U.S. Fish and Wildlife meeting endorsed hunting today? Service that would let states, cormorants because they 2. Did you know that the tribes and federal agencies can’t be used as a resource percentage of people in use lethal force to control the after they are killed. Wisconsin who wear their birds, which are protected Mark Tweedale, who has seat belts is approximately passenger car occupants under the Migratory Bird lived on the shore of the bay 70%? who were totally ejected Treaty Act. for 27 years, said taking 3. And, did you know that from the vehicle were the percentage of people killed. Many fishermen, like action against the cormorant in Oneida who wear their Recently the Community Glenn Obry of Green Bay, could have unintended conse- seat belts is approximately Health Program and the believe the birds, which can quences. 36%? Environmental Health eat up to a pound a day, are “We also have to keep in 4. In 2000, 45 people died Program got together to work decimating the fish popula- mind the huge numbers of in car crashes in Brown & on a seat belt sign project. In tion. He said he hasn’t caught invasive species that are com- Outagamie Counties com- December, 43 signs were a yellow perch in the bay for ing in and affecting the perch bined. posted throughout our com- three years. population like round gobys 5. Wearing a lap/shoulder munity. The signs were “At one time the perch and zebra mussels,” he added. safety belt while driving designed by Oneida Printing almost jumped into the boat, Double-crested cormorants reduces the risk of fatal and installed by the there were so many,” he said. are native to North America injury by 50%. The per- Department of Public Works. Ted Eggebraaten, a com- but not the Great Lakes. They centage jumps to 71% for In Spring of 2002, more sur- mercial fisherman in Baileys moved into the Great Lakes infants and 54% for tod- veys will be completed to Harbor, said the cormorants basin in the early 1900s, then dlers. determine whether or not seat make fishing difficult in the nearly vanished in the 1960s 6. In 2000, 11,889 lives belt use rates have gone up. In spring and summer, and many when the pesticide DDT cut were saved by seat belts conjunction with this project, people choose to fish in the nesting success to near zero. nationwide. If every single other events are being fall after the birds migrate out Fish and Wildlife biologists person over the age of 4 planned for this Spring and of the area. estimate cormorant nests had worn safety belts, Summer. Cormorants, with an esti- increased an average of 29 21,127 lives could have If you are a regular seat mated population of 2 million percent every year in the been saved in 2000 (that is belt user- good for you. Make in the United States and 1970s and 1980s. an additional 9,238 lives). a point of encouraging every- Photos courtesy of Oneida Environmental Health & Safety 7. Ejection from the vehi- one you travel with to do the Top: Inez Dommer, administrative assistant for the cle is one of the most inju- same. If you do not wear your Environmental Health & Safety Department wears NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY rious events that can hap- seat belt, consider the costs to her seatbelt as she departs for lunch. Below: One of Project Description: The Oneida Nation is proposing to pen to a person in a crash. you and your family. Buckle the 43 signs that are Oneida specific and placed construct a new home on Parcel B, on Valley View Drive, In fatal crashes, 75% of Up! The Tribe needs all of us. throughout the reservation. Section 3, T23N, R19E, Town of Hobart, Brown County, Wisconsin. The need for housing for tribal members in the Hill wins Environmental Health and Safety lead poster contest area is critical, approximately 300 members are on a wait- Rod Hill submitted the unanimous in their selection. ing list for affordable housing to become available. winning entry for the Lead is highly toxic. Construction of any homes for tribal members will help ful- Environmental Health and Exposure to it can be danger- fill this need. Safety Lead Safety poster ous, especially for children Location: The preferred alternative is to construct the contest. Mr. Hill’s entry has who are 6 or younger. Lead home on property located on Part of Indian Claim 139, three longhouses with the poisoning is not easy to Section 3, Township 23 N., Range 19 E., in the Town of Oneida Clan Emblems, one detect. Sometimes no symp- Hobart, Brown County, Wisconsin. on each house, all in front of a toms occur, and sometimes A draft environmental assessment (EA) has been pre- wooded background. There is the symptoms are the same as pared regarding this proposed action in compliance with the also a floral design in front of those of more common ill- Oneida Environmental Policy (2-13-93B) and National the houses. nesses. Because lead is stable Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The draft EA contains The winning entry was and easy to work with, it has project information, affected environment, project alterna- selected for its aesthetic qual- been used for many purposes, tives and consultation letters. ity, image of a safe home, and even in our homes. Comments were requested from the US Fish and Wildlife relevance to the Oneida Congratulations to Mr. Rod Service regarding possible impacts to threatened and Community. The Judges were Hill. endangered species, and from the Oneida Tribe and State Historical Society of Wisconsin about possible impacts to Nicolet Minerals owner spilled historic properties. No significant impacts to these resources are anticipated, and recommendations from cyanide at two U.S. mines these sources will be followed. The owner of the proposed and federal databases. Need for Project: The need for housing for tribal members Crandon mine was responsi- “In a span of less than four in the area is critical, approximately 300 members are on a ble for 31 spills of hazardous years, BHP spilled cyanide waiting list for affordable housing to become available. materials including cyanide, twice, caused a major mine Construction of any homes for tribal members will help ful- arsenic, and sulfuric acid dur- waste spill that damaged fill this need. ing a four-year span at three Pinto Creek in Arizona, and Alternatives: Two alternatives were considered for this mining operations in Nevada caused 28 more spills of haz- project. The preferred alternative is to build a home on the and Arizona. ardous materials,” Blouin property described. Proceeding with the preferred alterna- Nicolet Minerals Company said. “Since Nicolet Minerals tive addresses the need to supply affordable housing for (NMC) is owned by BHP Co. (NMC) has never operat- tribal members with no or minimal environmental impacts. Billiton, the company formed ed a mine, we must look to its The second alternative is “No-Action.” The “No-Action” by the merger last year of parent company, BHP, for alternative does not address the needs of Tribal members Broken Hill Proprietary information. NMC's claim - for affordable housing. (BHP), Australia’s largest that it can safely handle Comments & Availability: Interested parties can obtain company and South African/ cyanide at Crandon - isn't copies of these documents from the above address. U.K miner Billiton. NMC is credible when you look at Comments regarding the proposed action may also be sub- now attempting to get permits BHP's track record with haz- mitted within 30 days of the date of this NOA. Contact Tom Photo courtesy Environmental Health and Safety Department for the Crandon mine propos- ardous materials and mine Nelson at (920) 497-5812 or write Oneida Environmental Rod Hill poses with his award winning drawing and al. Research by the Mining wastes. This is the track Department, PO Box 365, Oneida, WI 54155 or Robert check for his lead safety poster submission. His poster Impact Coalition found record of a chronic polluter, Jaeger, Bureau of Indian Affairs Superintendent, at (715) was selected for its aesthetic quality, image of a safe records of hazardous materi- not a responsible corporate 682-4527 or write: Bureau of Indian Affairs, 615 Main home and relevance to the Oneida community. als spills by (BHP) in state citizen." Street, W., PO Box 273, Ashland, WI 54806. K a lliih w iis a k s January 15, 2002 (Tsya=ták)7 YourYour HealtHealthh So you’re expecting a baby Mother nature aids in health center construction As an expectant mom its these scheduled visits its also and redness of the gums. important for you to have reg- important to discuss oral Research performed at the ular medical and dental health care for your infant. Its University of N. Carolina checkups. The routine dental important to gently clean School of Dentistry has deter- visit is generally utilized to baby's mouth and continue to mined that a link exists inform the expecting mother stress the importance of oral between gum disease and pre- of changes that may occur to hygiene to the growing child. her oral cavity during preg- As hormonal changes mature low birth weight nancy and to reinforce oral occur during pregnancy some babies. hygiene techniques. Dental patients may experience a In order to reduce the visits should occur through- condition called "pregnancy amount of plaque in the oral out pregnancy, as non-emer- gingivitis". Pregnancy gin- cavity, its important to brush gency treatment can usually givitis may begin in the sec- and floss daily. If any be performed safely. ond or third month of preg- changes in the mouth are However, elective treatments nancy and becomes most noted its important to see the are usually postponed until severe in the eighth month. dentist immediately. In addi- the second trimester. Usually According to an article in the tion its important to choose a the forth through sixth Journal of Periodontology, healthy diet. Snacks such as months of pregnancy are the the increase of hormones that safest to have treatment per- occur during pregnancy cause nuts, cheese, vegetables, sug- formed. Patients with a his- a increased inflammatory arless gum and candy are tory of high risk pregnancies reaction to dental plaque. The excellent choices as they are may have all treatment post- patient may experience an less likely to cause tooth poned until after delivery. At increase of swelling, bleeding decay.

Photo courtesy of Dave Heugel Helping your child keep a healthy weight Mother Nature continues to provide "window of opportunity" to construction Submitted by Wendy tant to prevent the problem thing active, like sledding crews by providing easy on-site working conditions with limited snow, mud, Stuart from happening in the first or going for a walk. ice, deep cold, or strong winds. Above photo shows insulation board being RN Community Health Nurse place. Here are some tips to • Teach your child good installed on exterior walls. Window openings provide detail to help visualize The prevalence of child- help you keep your child at a eating habits and exercise how building will look when finished. Utility contractors have been on site the hood obesity in the United healthy weight habits now to help him or last few days to provide natural gas to the building. Once the windows are States has risen dramatically • Don’t make your child eat her have a healthy life. installed the climate control will start. in the past several decades. when he or she isn’t hun- Obese children can suffer gry - it’s OK if not every How can I give my child life-long physical and emo- drink or every meal gets better eating habits? tional consequences. Obesity finished. Most of what your child Ice fishing safety tips has been associated with the • Don’t use food to comfort eats depends on what you So, it's time to ice fish eh? river ice – it can be highly development of diabetes. or to reward. bring home from the grocery Every year several people 4. Avoid ice formed over variable due to underlying Unfortunately, obesity can be • Don’t offer dessert as a store. Try not to buy foods are injured or killed while ice flowing water near shore, current. difficult and frustrating to reward for finishing a that are pre-packaged, sugary fishing. around inlets & outlets, or on treat. Below are some guide- meal. Doing this teaches or high in fat. Instead, buy Some things to think about: a lake with springs. 9. Should you break lines for parents. your child to value sweets foods that are low in fat and 1. Leave information about through the ice – try not to more than other foods. high in fiber. After your child your plans with someone – 5. Avoid aeration devices, panic. Turn toward the ice How do I know if my child • Offer your child a healthy is 2 years old, skim milk can where you intend to fish and sometimes used near marinas. that supported you. Use your is overweight? diet. No more than 30 safely replace whole milk. when you plan to return. hands to gain a hold on the Your doctor will use a chart percent of all the calories Make sure all meals and 6. Be suspicious of gray, unbroken surface and advance to find out if your child might your child eats should be snacks are eaten at the table 2. "Know Before You Go" dark, or porous spots in the by kicking your feet. Once be overweight. Your child is fat calories. Ask your and not in front of the TV. Get – Know the conditions of the ice – these might be soft you are out of the water and overweight if he or she is doctor or a dietitian to the whole family to start eat- ice before venturing out; tak- areas. Ice is generally lying on the ice, do not stand heavier than 85 percent of teach you about the right ing a healthier diet, so your ing into consideration the strongest where it is hard & up. Roll away until you are other children who are the kinds of foods to feed child won’t feel alone. effects that recent changes in blue. on solid ice again. same age and height. If your your child. Your child the weather may have on ice child has bigger bones, he or needs to get lots of fiber How can I help my child conditions. Before going out 7. Heavy snow can insulate 10. If someone breaks she may weigh more because from fruits, vegetable and get more physical activity? onto ice check with the local ice & prevent it from freezing through the ice do not run to of that, not because of too grains. One of the best things you bait shop to get current ice evenly & quickly. Snow cover them. Extend a rope, ladder, much fat. • Don’t eat at fast-food can do for your child is to conditions. also makes evaluating the ice or pole to the victim. restaurants more than limit TV time. Instead, sug- 3. Children should difficult. What can I do to keep my once a week. gest playing tag, skating, or ALWAYS be supervised on Reel in a big one, and stay child from being overweight? • Limit how much TV your playing other active games. the ice. 8. Be especially wary of safe & warm!! Weight problems can be child watches. Try to get Encourage your child to join very hard to fix, so it’s impor- your child to do some- school and community sports teams. Take the whole family Oneida Community Health Center on walks and bike rides. Eye Care pensary has more than dou- part of doing business is our Patz Sales, Inc. During the winter months it bled in size, and much more. excellent spectacle and con- has the following 2nd shift (Monday-Thursday) Opportunities: can be difficult to get outside department news We have also recently initiat- tact lens inventory, we pride and be active. 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Ta= o=n^ k n#=n , n#= k^h nukwah wa>kalihway nihsaty#lha not day knee sat yell n#= i= t n#= th%ne> usk@nhne wah&ti you get up satkétsko it is me I will put the Now the first thing we will mention then together they sat sat gates go matter together. you wash your face satkuhs%hal sat goo sew haul kay# niyol$=wake lonatlihu=t& n#= wahutahnislu=n$= k@nhke Tsha>tekohs#lha you comb your hair tehsatnath@lho the four sacred they’re responsible they made the day when they will start the Mid-winter day sat naw tall ho ceremonies for the ceremonies ceremony you get dressed satslu=n$ sat slew knee thutana>ke=l@hte> w . Ta= o=n^ wa>w tsi>n@hte> wahatin@=tu>. you go to school sataya>t@hn the next day they will begin. Now then the day has of what they called it. saw die yah done become right Astehtsi activities N#= tsyotyel^htu &wa> I’m getting up katk#tskwas gut gates kwas Now the first thing the matter will words that come before all else. Then next we will look I’m washing my face katkuhs%halehe been assigned for volunteers gut goo sew hall lay tetsyal&slu nukwah tsi> ka=y^= ahatikwe=n$= ahutl Ostowa>k%wa. N#= tsi> ka=y^= I’m combing my hair tekatnath@lhos day gud naw tall hos from both directions of the ones they are able for them to carry The Great Now of the one I’m getting dressed katslu=n$he out the song of Feather Dance. gut slew knee I’m eating katekhu=n$he lolnowi=s@te. N#= s< ka=y^= ahan ga day koonie he’s able to sing and also for him to help rattle. And also we will of the one for him to pull I’m brushing my teeth katnawil%halehe look for the crowd gud naw we low ha kany% n< t@=nehse ga die yah da nas when the song will then straighten out. N#= thi=k^ tsyotyel^htu Ostowa>k%wa n#= latiyan#shu kutyanéshu It is that the first Great Feather Dance they will sing it for them The Chiefs The Clan Mothers OONNEEIIDDAA khale÷ kayé niyol$=wake lonatlihu=t& tsi> she=k& wahatikwe=n$= tahatilihw@sni tsi>nu PPrroonnuunncciiaattiioonn SSyysstteemm and the four sacred they’re responsible that still they were able they have where ceremonies for the ceremonies been faithful VOWELS: lonatlihu=t&. Kany% tsyotyel^htu Ostowa>k%wa, n#= th%ne> “a” has the sound of the “a” in ah or they’re responsible When they’ll finish the first Great Feather then father for the ceremonies. Dance. “e” has the sound of the “e” in egg or tsi> ka=y^= tt&khwa> kal n#= th%ne> teknihat&thne Ostowa>k%wa “o” has the sound of the “o”in hope or he will finish then the second Great Feather Dance they will carry low out the song “u” has the sound of “un” in tune n#= n#= k n#= tsi> ka=y^= tahonatawya>tuh@ti. Ya>t@ute> “<” has the sound of “on” in son they will sing for them the people now of the ones they are continuously It is so coming in. CONSONANTS: lonatlihwaht. N#= tsi> ka=y^= @hsu These consonants have the same sound as they are carrying out of peace their thoughts and their families. Now of the ones not yet they usually do in English: h, l, n, w, and their responsibilities feelings will be y. The letters ‘t’, ‘k’, and ‘s’ each have tekalihwayt&khwa> l. two (2) pronunciations depending on other the matters haven’t this is what they call they are the strength sounds near them. been assigned of the people. ‘t’ normally has the sound like a ‘d’. If a ‘k’, Kany% teknihat&thne Ostowa>k%wa n#= th%ne> ‘h’, or ‘s’ follows, then the ‘t’ sounds as When they will finish the second Great Feather Dance then we’ll seek top. The series will continue in the Jannuary 24th issue of Kalihwisaks! ‘k’ normally has a g-like sound but if a ‘t’, ‘s’, or ‘h’ follows, it has the sound as Kalihwisaks 2002 Schedule Deadline Publish kill. September 11 September 19 ‘s’ coming between two vowels makes a ‘z’ Deadline Publish September 25 October 3 January 2 January 10 October 9 October 17 sound, before or after an ‘h’ like the January 16 January 24 October 23 October 31 sound in sea. January 30 February 7 November 6 November 14 February 13 February 21 November 20 November 29 ‘>’ glottal stop. Stops sound like in the word February 27 March 7 December 4 December 12 like ‘oh, oh’ March 13 March 21 *December 13 *December 20 or sounds like ‘j’ March 27 April 4 The deadline dates above are the dates that material is to be sub- ‘tshy’ ‘tsi’ April 10 April 18 mitted to the Kalihwisaks Office. *Deadline dates are April 24 May 2 Wednesdays (every other) unless otherwise noted, and publish ‘tshy’ or ‘tshi’ sounds like ‘ch’ dates are Thursdays (every other), unless otherwise noted. May 8 May 16 Material can be dropped off at the Kalihwisaks Office, Room sounds like ‘sh’ May 22 May 30 1400 (Basement Level) of the Norbert Hill Center, located at ‘sy’ June 5 June 13 N7210 Seminary Road, or mailed to Kalihwisaks Office, P.O. Box 365, Oneida, WI 54155. Information may also be sent via e- ‘#’ accent mark over a vowel indicates June 19 June 27 mail or phoned in to [email protected], Ph. 869-4277; July 3 July 11 [email protected], Ph. 869-4280; pwisnesk@onei- stressed syllable in a word. danation.org, Ph. 869-4279; otherwise call 920-869-4340 or 1- July 17 July 25 800-236-2214. The Kalihwisaks Fax # is 920-869-4252. Combination of ‘#’ makes of falling July 31 August 8 Material must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the above deadline dates. This is only a tentative schedule. If changes in tone sound. August 14 August 22 the schedule are necessary, the revised schedule will appear in August 28 September 5 the Kalihwisaks. ‘=’ lengthens the sound of a vowel and underlined sounds are whispered. Kalihwisaks January 15, 2002 (Wá=tlu)9 GoodGood NeNewsws

Congratulations to Students recognized for academic honors, Erwin Cottrell for being nominated attendance at Pulaski School District and officially selected Submitted by Belinda Evan King What is your favorite book? as an All-American Brennan & Bob Van Chandre Lucas “Say Good night Gracie,” Scholar by the United Schyndel 9th grade: because it’s a story about Sherri Cornelius friendship and how you States Achievement Irene Danforth should value the time you Academy. This is an ACADEMIC HONORS 4th grade: Amanda Doxtator have with your friends. If you have a birth announcement, please send it to the important honor that Kasey Fernandez –Heather Reince, 9th grade Kalihwisaks Newspaper, PO Box 365, Oneida WI 54155 or call recognizes your hard Olivia Danforth Yvonne Kaquatosh at (920) 869-4280 for more information. There Robert Waci Diaz Matthew Jordan “Garfield’s Pet Force”, is work and commitment is NO CHARGE for birth announcements. Please include baby’s Cheyanne Schuyler Justin Rentmeester my favorite book. This book full (first, middle & last) name, parents (first & last), d.o.b., weight to academic excel- 5th grade: Sara Skenandore is one of five books in a (lbs. & oz.), length, grandparents (maternal/paternal), siblings lence! We are very Jayleah Kurowski Tony Smith series. It’s one of my favorite (names only). Also, if the baby was given an Indian name, please 10th grade: books because I like Garfield include the correct spelling and meaning. Please include phone proud of you! Yuntle McLester number where you can be reached during the day! Doug Reed Dustin Fish and he’s a super hero in that Rachel Danforth Cedar Kakkak book. – KalhaKu McLester, Ashley Schabow 9th grade Iyania Charlene Bernice 6th grade: Iyania Charlene Bernice Rosa Francour Zach Schrap Moore Lauren Hoeft Tyler Webster There are many ways we 11th grade: can encourage children to Iyania is the newborn daughter to LaToya Marie Moore Adam Renemeester Ashley Danforth, 8th gr. Jason Danforth read for pleasure, for exam- and Dylan Jay Maho of Green Bay. She was born at 3:09 Greg Smith ple, have you checked out the p.m. on December 10 at St. Mary’s of Green Bay weigh- Kasey Fernandez, 9th gr. 10th grade: 12th grade new Barnes N’ Noble book- ing 7 lbs. 3 oz., and measured 19.5 inches in length. Proud Dustin Fish Jacob Doxtator store on Oneida Street? This grandparents are Terrylee Frances Blackowl (Cooper) & James Gollnick Kowa (Sara) Gollnick store has a book for every per- Greg Richard Moore of Green Bay; Shirley Black Bull & Cedar Kakkak Elisha Horn son, whether you’re interested Bill Blazer of Green Bay and Robert Maho of Minnesota. Tyler Webster PERFECT ATTENDANCE in astronomy or home garden- Proud great-grandparents are Charlene Elsie Cornelius of Jacob Doxtator, 12th gr. Jasmine Hereford, 1st gr. ing. There is a huge childrens De Pere and Martin ‘Marty’ Cooper, Sr. of Crandon, Drew Doxtator, 2nd gr. section in the back of the 3rd grade: store that features a story Wisconsin. The late Bernice Moore and David Moore, Sr. GOOD ATTENDANCE Kindergarten: Daisee Francour teller every Tuesday and of Oneida. Winn Black Bull of Kansas City; and the late Olivia Hoeft Thursday evening. The most ‘Janella’ Maho & Rusty Maho of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Jacob Berner Sage Hill 4th grade: enjoyable part of going to Love Mom & Dad and Kylie Gresham, 1st gr. Josh Webster Barnes N’ Noble is they allow Fred Glen Shawano, Jr. Louis 2nd grade: Olivia Danforth you to lounge for hours, while Ian Flauger Evan John sipping hot cocoa and read Fred is the newborn son to Hope (Ninham) Happy ‘Golden 12th” Damian Reed Rosa Francour, 6th gr. their books. This is a great Shawano and Fred Shawano, Sr. of Appleton. Birthday 3rd grade: Marques Smith, 7th gr. place to hang out and relax Mark Webster, 8th gr. without the pressure of hav- He was born at 5:34 a.m. on December 8 at the Evander Kristian Gresham Appleton Medical Center weighing 7 lbs. 6.9 Nevada Skenandore Heather Reince, 9th gr. ing to buy a book. I’ve taken a oz., and measured 19 inches in length. Proud 4th grade: Daniel Stevens, 11th gr. few students there in the past grandparents are Edith and the late Abraham Shanice Gollnick 12th grade: and they always beg to go Ashley King back. What a great way to Ninham, Sr., and Eleanore & Eugene Shawano, Sr. Proud Jeremy Lucas Ashley Skenandore encourage reading in children. great-grandparents are Omer & Irene Ninham and Fritz & Cheyanne Schuyler Jenni Shawano. Siblings are Kyle, Chelsey and Justin. Durant Summers Naomi Webster Student in the spotlight Zach Schrap is our student in the spotlight this month for Zach Webster Pulaski School District. Zach, a sophomore, is the son of 5th grade: Deadline Notice Dennis and Rae Schrap. Zach is a polite, conscientious stu- Danielle Deny dent, who is at the top of his intermediate math class and is Next Kalihwisaks deadline is Nathan Jordan doing well in his other core classes. He is involved in two dif- Jayleah Kurowski January 16, 2002 ferent clubs within our school. He has been involved in the 6th grade: Native Nations Club, as well as the French Club for the past with a publish date of January 24, 2002. Lauren Hoeft two years. Zach is currently raising money by selling candy Ana Thomas with his French Club to go to France this summer. He enjoys Marcus Webster playing chess and watching movies and is an excellent exam- Yuma Webster ple of a student reading books for pleasure because he always 7th grade: has his nose in a book. Zach’s favorite book is, ‘Fear Nothing’, Lauren Askenette by Dean Koonce. He could not put it down and recommends it Nona Danforth as a must read.

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