ChickasawOfficial Timespublication of the Chickasaw Nation Vol. XXXXI1 No. 1 January 2007 Ada, Oklahoma Mel Gibson movie featuring Native actors premieres in Chickasaw Nation Tribe hosts Apocalypto special benefit at Riverwind GOLDSBY, Okla. - Proceeds Proceeds from the special to cast the film with only indig- from a benefit event and preview benefit event will go to the enous actors. screening of the new Mel Gib- Mayan People of Mexico, the “It is very important to note son film Apocalypto hosted by Oklahoma Chapter of the Lupus that Mr. Gibson has gone to the Chickasaw Nation will be Foundation of America Inc., great lengths to cast indigenous donated to the Mayan people of Indian Health Care Resource people in this film,” said Gov. Mexico and several Oklahoma Center of Tulsa and Oklahoma Anoatubby. “This not only helps organizations. City Indian Clinic. make the film more realistic, it The December 1 screening “This event provides an op- serves as an inspiration to Native at the tribe’s Riverwind Casino portunity to support a number American actors who aspire to south of Norman prior to the of organizations that are doing perform relevant roles in the film film’s Dec. 8 general release great work,” said Gov. Bill industry.” attracted a number of corporate Anoatubby. “We are enjoying Rudy Youngblood, who plays sponsors who donated a total of success in our business ventures the lead role of Jaguar Paw, is $150,000. and we feel it is very important of Comanche, Cree and Yaqui More than $50,000 in addi- to express our appreciation to heritage. Youngblood lived in tional funds was raised through the community in a meaningful Ada for a time before moving to ticket sales to the event. way.” Los Angeles to pursue a career Apocalypto director Mel Gibson, center, presents a Mr. Gibson promised to match Another benefit to American in acting. buffalo skin to Gov. Bill Anoatubby during the Dec. all proceeds from the benefit Indians may be the fact that His acting debut has been 1 Apocalypto benefit event at the tribe’s Riverwind dollar for dollar. described as powerful and riv- Gibson scoured the Americas Casino. Jhane Myers, Oklahoma publicist for Mr. eting. “I’m so proud of what he Gibson, is at left. was able to achieve,” said Mr. He’s respectful, and he learns “The physicality of this film Gibson. in the course of the story not to was gut-wrenching and some Youngblood felt an immediate be afraid. This is also what I’ve of the scenes – jumping off the connection with the character of been taught in my culture.” waterfall and being chased by Jaguar Paw. Also known as Tee-Dee-Nae the jaguar – were literally heart- “Jaguar Paw is a lot like me,” (Strong Boy), Youngblood is an pounding for me,” said Young- he said. “We’re from different accomplished powwow dancer, blood. “There was constant eras but very much the same per- boxer and cross country runner. adrenaline, constant action, and son. He is strong. He’s a giver, In the film, he performed most not a taker. He loves his family. of his own stunts. See Apocalypto, page 3 Case wins Pontotoc District runoff the result Dec. 12. Chickasaw students and sponsors with Mel Gibson during M r s . the Dec. 1 preview of Apocalypto at Riverwind Casino. Bottom Case and row from left, Sharon McLaury, Toni Pace, Nikki Miller, Brittany Mr. Mor- McLaury and Jerica Marsh. Back row from left, Codie Bolin, gan quali- Mr. Gibson and Jonah Puller. fied for the runoff as the top KATIE CASE two can- didates in a 13-man field in a special election conducted to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Mooniene Ogee. Oath of office ceremonies for Mrs. Case was sworn into office during ceremonies Dec. Katie Case, right, is sworn in as Pontotoc District tribal legisla- 18 at Chickasaw Nation Head- tor by Chickasaw Nation Chief Justice Barbara Smith during quarters. Oklahoma City, OK 731 OK City, Oklahoma ceremonies Dec. 18. Mrs. Case’s husband, Wayne Case, holds Mrs. Case will serve the re- Permit No.1 Permit Ada, OK 74821 OK Ada, the Bible for the swearing in. mainder of Mrs. Ogee’s term, PAID Post Office Box 1548 Box Office Post US Postage US ADA, Okla. – Katie Case Matthew Morgan, who received which expires Sept. 2008. The Chickasaw Times Chickasaw The PRESORTED STANDARD PRESORTED received 1,713 votes to win the 1,103 votes. For more information contact runoff election for Pontotoc Dis- Chickasaw Nation Election Ms. Loder at (580) 310-6475 or trict Seat 3. Mrs. Case defeated Secretary Rita Loder announced toll free at 1-888-661-0137. 2 Legislative Minutes January 2007 CHICKASAW TRIBAL LEGISLATURE Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, REGULAR SESSION Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve David Stout Building Woods, Scott Colbert Ada, Oklahoma 10 yes votes November 17, 2006 Members voting no: Beth Alexander, Donna Hartman AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2 no votes Chairperson Scott Colbert called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. The motion to approve GR24-010 carried. AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL General Resolution Number 24-014, Tribute to Legislator Mooniene Ogee Members present: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, This resolution recognizes and acknowledges with great appreciation and admi- Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda ration the loyalty and dedication of our colleague Legislator Mooniene Ogee for Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert the enrichment and betterment of Oklahoma, the Chickasaw Nation, Chickasaw Staff present: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary, Harold Stick, Sergeant-At- citizens and Indian people. Further, this resolution approves a donation in the Arms, Robert Cheadle, amount of eleven thousand dollars ($11,000) from its unobligated budgetary funds Legislative Counsel to the Chickasaw Foundation, in the name of Mooniene Ogee, to be awarded by the Guests present: James A. Humes, H.D. Gardner, Wilma Watson, Mike Watson, Chickasaw Foundation as scholarships for students majoring in education. This is Sue Simmons, Matthew Morgan, Ron Frazier, Jeff Frazier, Jessie Kemp, Carolyn to be administered by the Chickasaw Foundation as a perpetual scholarship upon Hill, Gale Dutcher, Gene Hill, Tony Choate, Melissa Walker, Barbara Goodman the requirements attached hereto. Still further, this resolution rescinds, repeals and AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION replaces GR24-002. Invocation was given at a later time. A motion was made by Ms. Green and seconded by Ms. Alexander to ap- AGENDA ITEM #4 READING OF MINUTES - October 20, 2006 prove GR24-014. A motion was made by Ms. Green and seconded by Ms. Briggs to approve Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easter- the October 20, 2006 minutes. ling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easter- Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, ling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Steve Woods, Scott Colbert Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert 12 yes votes 12 yes votes The motion to approve GR24-014 carried unanimously. Ms. Easterling concluded her report. The motion to approve the minutes of October 20, 2006 carried unanimous- (A) HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair ly. Dean McManus Invocation No report. Invocation was given by Ms. Green. (B) LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair AGENDA ITEM #5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS Judy Goforth Parker There was no unfinished business. General Resolution Number 24 - 004, Authorization for Acquisition of Real AGENDA ITEM #6: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Property in Garvin County (Tabled in Session October 20, 2006) (A) LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Steve This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property, Woods in Paoli, Garvin County, Oklahoma, containing approximately10 acres, more or less, No report. together with all improvements thereon, if any, in their present condition, ordinary (B) FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Holly Easter- wear and tear excepted. The Governor is authorized to request the Bureau of Indian ling Affairs to place the property U.S.A. in Trust for the Chickasaw Nation after acquisi- General Resolution Number 24-009, Approval of Development Budget Amend- tion, if such action is advantageous. ment A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Green to bring There is a need for a new facility to house the Legislative Department of the GR24-004 from the table. Chickasaw Nation. For many years the Legislature has been conducting business in Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, the David Stout Building. This building provided the Tribal Legislature with its own Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve facility for the first time since before statehood. Now the needs of the Legislative Woods, Scott Colbert Department can be better served with a new, modern facility designed to utilize the 10 yes votes advances of architectural design and technology of the 21st century. This resolution Members voting no: Beth Alexander, Donna Hartman approves the amendment to the Development Budget in the amount of $4,784,949 2 no votes for the construction of the New Legislative Building. The motion to bring GR24-004 from the table carried. A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. McManus to approve A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Green to approve GR24-009. See Minutes, page 27 Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Bill Anoatubby Jefferson Keel Woerz, Steve Woods, Governor Lt.