Jan 2015 GTB News

George Edward Bennett, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away on his 86th birthday surrounded by loved ones. A Tribal Leader who inspired everyone to find their best qualities and to share those gifts unselfishly in

their community.

The First 5 Tribal Chairperson’s, Leadership Recognition, formally recognized with a tribal artist handmade Warrior’s Arrow. There is a

display made from this dedication of arrows, it is under the care of the Eyaawing Museum. Standing lft to rt: Robert Kewaygoshkum, Derek Bailey, Joseph “Buddy” Raphael, seated; Ardith “Dodie” Harris, and

George Edmond Bennett

To Honor and Celebrate the Life of Chairman G. Bennett, the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians are holding a Memorial Service on January 10, 2015.

The day will begin with a pipe ceremony at 8am, Eagles Ridge Conference Center, Peshawbestown, MI. All pipes are welcomed to join in this honor.

The Memorial Service will be held at 1pm at the Leelanau Sands Casino Showroom, all tribal flags are welcomed to join and be posted. A luncheon will be held following the service at the Eagles Ridge Conference Center.

If at the Memorial Service, a Tribal Official would like to speak and/or have any correspondence acknowledged, please contact GTB’s Veterans Service Officer, Linda DePetro at (231) 534-8423 or (231) 313-9411. Ms. DePetro can also be reached via email at [email protected]. This will assist in the coordination of the service. Thank you

2 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)

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Editor: Dave [email protected] N West Bay Shore Drive,

Peshawbestown, MI 49682-9275Phone: (231) 534-7366

Cell: (231) 342-7687

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The talented family of Derek and Tonia Bailey provided a special dance celebration for the Native American month recognition at the Northport School. Photo Credit goes to Northport Public Schools. Announcement shared by Leelanau Enterprise, Mike Spencer, Copy Editor

December 3, 2014 / Wyoming, Michigan

I-96 traffic incident – near Cascade Exit… Tribal Member gave assistance and avoided a very tragic situation. Mr. Wolf received the Good Samaritan Award for dealing with a very close call. Jenny God-frey driver of the car with help from Todd Wolf , Grand Traverse Band Tribal Mem-ber got out of the burning car in the nick of time. This link may still be available for your viewing.

http://fox17online.com/2014/12/03/neighbor-saves-woman-from-car-fire/

Todd was on stage at last years Native’s Got Talent show at the Leelanau Sands.. Don’t miss this years talent - January 24, 2015. Todd had a standup impersonation that include a near perfect John Wayne voice.

Todd Wolf (a Grand Traverse Band member) and a neighbour were moving a car when the vehicle unexpectedly burst into flames. Todd saw the scene in his rearview mirror as they were driving along the expressway near Wyoming, Michigan. It was very fortunate that he was checking on her progress and he saw the bazaar scene. His friend hadn’t driven the car before and was assisting Todd to move the vehicle when the accident happened. She was stunned and shocked from the noise that the car made. The vehicle spun completely around and stopped on the shoulder of the busy expressway with smoke and fire billowing out from under the driver’s door. Todd immediately stopped his car and ran to her aid. He immediately assisted her in getting away from the burning car and then called 911 as the car fire grew into full fire. Together they moved away from the car to reach a safe distance. Todd used his cell phone to record the fire and wait for the emergency vehicle to arrive. He was shocked by how unaware the other drivers were. Both lanes of busy traffic continued on pass the burning vehicle and hardly showed concern or even slow down. It was fortunate that Todd saw the situation and gave assistance. The car fire totally destroyed the vehicle in a few minutes even before the fire department could put it out. If the driver had not gotten out of the vehicle when she did she certainly would have been badly burned or even worse. Listed at the beginning of this article is a link to a portion of the video. Todd has additional video on his youtube channel. He is also owner of TA Wolf Productions, as that may assist you in your search.

Kenneth Ramos in ‘Legacy of Exiled NDNZ.’

Photo courtesy Pamela J. Peters.

Read more at http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.

com/2014/12/15/still-here-big-city-meet-legacy-indian-relocation-act-158289

3January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)

The Eagle Books are a series of four books for Native children ages 4-9. The books are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle and Miss Rabbit -and a clever trickster, Coyote, who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention.

✔ Purpose of the Eagle Books - The Eagle Books help children understand several important messages about diabetes and being healthy:

· In the past, traditional lifestyles of American Indians and Alaskan Natives may have helped to protect them from developing type 2 diabetes.

· Many Native people no longer eat traditional diets or practice vigorous physical activity putting them at increased risk for type 2 diabetes.

· Native knowledge provides wisdom and power to prevent/control diabetes.

· Returning to healthy diet and physical activity can help prevent diabetes.

· Friends and families can help each other to prevent diabetes by eating healthy foods and staying active.

There are many ways that the Eagle Books, intended primarily for children in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, can be used in classrooms and in various community settings. The books’ prevention messages can be conveyed to children and their families through schools, libraries, and community organizations, or used effectively by community health workers through home visits, community recreation centers, and local public health agencies. Parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles should be encouraged to read the books with children. Contact your Service Area Government Offices for your free copies. We would like to thank Councilor Mark Wilson for initiating the work required for the Tribal Government to receive these gifts.

Children’s Free Books


ALL STATES TAX & ACCOUNTING, LLC.15% Tribal Discount to members with a Grand Traverse Band ID

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Native Student MeetingSeveral tribal high school and middle school students and other Native students had the opportunity to meet with the GTB Tribal Council and other community members on Nov. 13th for the first Tribal Leaders, Community Members & Student meeting held at Lars Hockstad Auditorium at Central Grade School in Traverse City. Tribal leaders and community members offered support and encouragement and the students had the opportunity to ask questions. Chi Miigwetch to all who participated!

Anii, I am the New Youth Site Coordinator/Program Director for the GTB Youth Programs. I have worked for the GTB community for just over a year now. I am excited in this new opportunity to build a successful youth program based on the medicine wheel and our way of life. I previously worked for the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe for just over 20 years. During those 20 years I worked with youth in some format for approximately 13 years. The last 6 years of my employment I was a certified Prevention Specialist. I worked in the schools, held prevention groups such as Daughters of Tradition, 12 steps to the Wellbriety for Teens, Woman Support groups and also was on the Domestic Violence Task Force. Over the years I was able to learn about Historical Trauma and how it affects our community today. My vision for the youth program is to include

Anishnabemowin, Our Way of Life, support education and sports. It has been proven that kids that understand who they are and where they come from have a better chance of not succumbing to substance abuse issues. Stronger educational values with the added component of sports also helps keeps the youth on the right track. By involving our youth in community activities and community service helps the youth understand that they are an integral part of our community.

I will be working with other tribal departments to give our youth the best opportunities as possible. In the works are bringing back the UNITY group, senior and junior tribal councils, incentives for good grades and attendance for our GTB Member Tribal Youth, having regalia making sessions, taking the youth to pow wows and the creation of a GTB athletic boosters. Plus we will be involved in the already existing events such as SEP and Camp Alden. But most of all we will be here for our youth and create a fun program. When the GTB Youth Program grows there will always be the ability to change with new ideas and opportunities. Chi Miigwetch, Mary Heintzelman,Aggie Jo Sams GTB Member, Youth Site Coordinator/Program Director , 231-534-7927Life Long Learning/Youth Programs

“THINKING DAY”

Leelanau County Girl Scouts Event

Wednesday, January 21, at 9AM

Eyaawing Museum and Cultural Center, Peshawbestown, MI

Dale Pitawanakwat starts for Elk Rapids JV Basketball Team

Tyvin


I WOULD LIKE TO SHOUT OUT TO MY SON NIIGAANII GLEN TWOCROW, HAPPY 13th Birthday, Dec 29,2014. LOVE YOU, MOM .

The TC Ticker Reports:

Traverse City Fishing Show Debuts In January

A Traverse City-based fishing TV show will debut on New Year’s Day, according to an announcement by Traverse City Tourism. Danny Leonard, a former steelhead/salmon fishing guide and National Bass Tournament professional, will host iFishigan on the World Fishing Network, which delivers fishing programs to more than 50 million households in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean.

“The Traverse City region is the Holy Grail in terms of freshwater sport fishing,” says Leonard. “The Traverse City region may be the best-kept fishing secret in all of North America.”

The show is underwritten by Traverse City Tourism and the half-hour programs will air Thursdays (10pm and 3am), Fridays (1pm) and Saturdays (8am and 5pm) on WFN between January and June. Leonard and his crew filmed 13 segments during this past summer and fall.

Friday, December 19, 2014

Federal Court Rules / Wolf Hunting Must End Immediately

Jill Fritz, director of Keep Michigan Wolves Protected, issues the following statement:

“A federal District Court has just ruled that sport hunting and trapping of wolves in the Great Lakes region must end immediately. Wolves in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin are now protected. This is a huge victory for our campaign and the thousands of supporters who worked tirelessly to save these majestic animals.

“The Humane Society of the United States and a coalition of wildlife protection groups filed suit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to overturn its 2011 decision stripping wolves of their Endangered Species Act protections. And today, the court overturned this reckless decision. This comes just six weeks after voters in Michigan soundly rejected a trophy hunting season in the state and also rejected the idea of a seven-member group of political appointees making decisions about whether wolves should be hunted, trapped, or hounded.

“In light of today’s federal court decision, Keep Michigan Wolves Protected is reviewing our legal options regarding the possible challenge to legislation adopted by the state legislature that would take away the citizens’ right to have a say on important wildlife decisions. Lansing politicians have passed three separate laws in their zeal to allow wolf hunting and to undermine voter rights, but the restored federal protections for wolves trump all past and future hostile action by the state.”

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AA meeting at Katerie Church Fellowship Hall, Peshawbestown

Monday 5pm and also Fridays 7pm

HUNGRY! ! ! Feed Your Body and Soul; First Monday of each month is our AA member Pot Luck night

this is for both Monday and Friday groups and visitors are

welcome of course.

The game was a thrill for all the fans, Suttons Bay youth Adam Arroyo added eight points. Gabe Rittenhouse had seven. Justin McSawby had eight.” Pictured is ADAM ARROYO of Suttons Bay putting up a shot in the over a Benzie Central defender.

Suttons Bay’s comeback falls short

6 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)PUBLIC SAFETY

Fred Jacko Sr.Bear ClanAaniI have worked with our tribe since January 2010. As a Housing maintenance man and later as the Procurement Officer for Housing. I then went to work as the Program Director for the Smart / Adam Walsh Implementation Project at the PD and when that Grant was finished I started as the EHS Education Family Services Coordinator at the Benodjenh Center. I then retired, and after a year decided to take a position with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Indians which is part of our Federation. I was working for the Nottawaseppi as their Peace Keeping Coordinator. I attended Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana where I received a BA in 1997. I also served in Cam Rahn Vietnam and was medically discharged in April 1971. For my service I received a Bronze Star.I look forward to serving our tribe as the Peace Making Coordinator.Migwech

Charles and Richard McGrath are recovering from a recent car accident near Peshawbestown. Charles especially had numerous serious injuries. His fellow employees want him to know that we are pulling for his speedy recovery. Your family is of course your main support. But know that we all wait to hear how you are doing. Not a day goes by that our thoughts for your healing raise up for you Charles. For you and your family we raise you up, all the best always. Dave

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I just put together a facebook page for the

Neighborhood Watch group. Here’s the

link for it.LOG INTO YOUR FACEBOOK ACCOUNT,

Search for:Grand-Traverse-Band-Neighborhood-

WatchBE SURE TO FOLLOW ME!

Officer Phillip Kauk

Grand Traverse Band Tribal Police

Department

PUBLIC SAFETY

Peace Maker Program Re-establishedunder the GTB Prosecutor’s Office

Mr. Fred Jacko and Ms. Nodwesi Red Bear were recently hired to develop and implement strategies to assist the Tribal Prosecutor. Alternatives to strict judicial judgements are sometimes sought by prosecutors to provide for corrections and resolution of community conflicts outside the regular court room. A similar process has been successful in the GTB Tribal Court. We are excited to have highly qualified staff right here in the GTB community. Congratulations to Fred and Nodwesi

SORNA: Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act

The Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act is Title I of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006. SORNA outlines mandatory minimum standards for sex offender registration and notification for all US jurisdictions, including states, federally recognized Tribes, and US territories. The purpose of this act is to help protect the public from sex offenders and offenders against children. A person who has been convicted of a sex offense is required to register and have their information, including their name, date of birth, addresses, employer address, school address, physical description, current photograph, vehicle information, whether or not they are in compliance with registration requirements, all sex offenses for which the sex offender has been convicted and the sex offense for which the offender is currently registered. Information regarding victims, arrests not resulting in convictions and the social security number of the offender are not made available to the public. The purpose of providing this information is to promote public safety; it is not intended to be used for purposes of harassment or intimidation of the offender. The length of time a person must register as a sex offender varies, from 15 years to lifetime, based on the offense. New Kiosks will be installed soon in the following areas, allowing Tribal Members access to the Sex Offender Registries: Peshawbestown—Tribal Police lobby, Benzie office lobby, Charlevoix office lobby and in Traverse City at the 3-Mile office lobby. Instructions for use will be posted by each Kiosk and community meetings will be held to explain how to use the kiosks and share more information about SORNA.

If you have internet access in your home, you can check the registries and resources attached at the following websites:

www.mipsor.state.mi.usMichigan Sex Offender Registry Public Website

www.nsopw.gov (Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website)

If you have any questions regarding SORNA, please contact Denise Johnson at 534-7370.

THERE WAS A MEETING AT THE BENZIE COMMUNITY CENTER JANUARY 22. WATCH THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH FACEBOOK FOR THE NEXT MEETING SITE AND DETAILS. IF YOU SEARCH FACEBOOK BY TYPING IN GRAND TRAVERSE BAND THEN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH SITE WILL BE OFFERED UP AS A PLACE TO VISIT. CHECK OFTEN


9January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon) SHARING JOY

GTB Fire Department Escort given to SANTA CLAUS visiting the Tribal Housing in Peshawbestown. We have much to be thankful for this year.

Congratulations Percy and Holly

10 ELDERS January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Government of-

fices are closed 2 Government offices are closed

3

4 5 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Store Shopping at TC 9:00am

6 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Crafts at the Elder Complex1:30pm, Medicare Part B out-reach at the Elder Com-plex 8:30-11:30am

7 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Birthday Bash at TC 1-2pm, Bargain Store Shopping 9:00am

8 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Euchre at TC 1:00pm

9 Elder Coordina-tor Meeting and Training TC 9:30am

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11 12 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Bingo at the El-der Complex at 1:15pm

13 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Elder Advisory at TC 11:30am

14 Pizza/Pool at Lucky Jack’s at TC 11:30am, Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am

15 No Lunch at Dex’s , Lunch/Bingo at TC 11:30am

16 Bowling at Lucky jacks at TC at 11:30am, Local Store Shopping 1:30pm

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18 19 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am

20 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Movie Day at TC 1:00pm

21 Tribal Council Meeting at 9:30 am, Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am

22 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Store Shopping at TC 9:00am

23 Bowling at Lucky Jacks at TC at 11:30am

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25 26 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Bingo at the El-der Complex 1:15pm

27 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Crafts at the Elder Com-plex 1:30pm

28 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30pm

29 Lunch at Dex’s 11:30am, Euchre at TC 1:00pm

30 Bowling at Lucky Jacks at TC 11:30am

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January 2015 Leelanau Greg Bailey 231-492-4976 Mary Ann Antoine 231-492-4357 Office Phone 231-534-7740 This Calendar is subject to change. Please call a Coordinator to confirm that an activity is taking place. All activities are alcohol and drug free.


Team one..Marianne Bolton, Marge Donlin, for Virginia & Patrick Wabanimkee

Team two...Angus DEVerney, Gloria Ptak & Arnold Fluette.

Team three...Lavern Scott , Bill Wilson & Greg Bailey.

Euchre winners 12-11-14

1st place- Rudy Bailey-

2nd place- Bill Wilson-

3rd- Tony Sineway-

4th- Fred Harris

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January 20 1 5 . B ENZ IE /MANISTEE E LDER ’ S 2

S u n M o n T u e W e d T hu F r i S a t

BENZIE ELDER COORDINATOR:

GLORIA PTAK OFFICE: 534-7824

CELL: 492-4358

ALL ACTIVITIES ARE ALCOHOL &

DRUG FREE. PLEASE CALL

AHEAD TO CON-FIRM ACTIVITY.

1 NEW YEAR’S DAY

ALL GOVT. OFFICES CLOSED

2 ALL GOVT.

OFFICES CLOSED HOLIDAY

3

4 5 LUNCH 11:30

MANISTEE SHOPPING 1-3

(LV. @ 12:30)

6 ALL SITE CRAFT/LUNCH P.TOWN

11:30-3 (LV. @ 10:00)

7 BIRTHDAY BASH

T.C. 1-2 (LV. @ 11)

8 ALL SITE EUCHRE

T.C. 1-4 (LV. @ 11)

9 ELDER STAFF

MTG./TRAINING T.C. 9:30

10

11 12 LUNCH 11:30 MINI BINGO

12:30-1:30

13 WAL-MART/

ELDER’S ADVIS. 11:30-4

(LV. @10:30)

14 ALL SITE POOL

TOURN./PIZZA 11:30-3

(LV. @ 10:30)

15 ALL SITE ELDER’S

LUNCH/BINGO 11:30-3 (LV. @ 10:00)

16 ALL SITE BOWL-ING/PIZZA T.C.

11:30-3 LV. @ 10:30)

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18 19 LUNCH 11:30

MANISTEE SHOPPING 1-3

(LV. @ 12:30)

20 ALL SITE MOVIE

DAY T.C. 12-4 (LV. @ 10:30)

21 LUNCH 11:30

TRIBAL COUNCIL

9:30

22 LUNCH 11:30

GAME DAY 12:30-2

23 ALL SITE BOWL-

ING/PIZZA T.C. 11:30-3

(LV. @ 10:30)

24

25 26 LUNCH 11:30 MINI BINGO

12:30-1:30

27 ALL SITE CRAFT/LUNCH P.TOWN

11:30-3 (LV. @ 10)

28 LUNCH 11:30

GAME DAY 12:30-2

29 ALL SITE EUCHRE

T.C. 1-4 (LV. @ 11)

30 ALL SITE BOWL-

ING /PIZZA T.C. 11:30-3

(LV. @ 10:30)

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America’s State Parks boast a variety of beautiful settings for year-round outdoor recreation. From California to Maine, hikers can climb hills and mountain tops, walk along ponds and beaches, and traverse trails through forests, fields and prairies. Visitors can listen to birds, breathe in the fresh air, discover wildlife tracks, feel the wind and the warmth of the sun or the coldness of the snow. Visitors can expect to be surrounded by the quiet beauty of nature in winter, experience spectacular views.

“Think of it as the start of a new and healthy lifestyle for the whole family. Whether you’re staying close to home or traveling, join us at one of America’s State Parks” “Studies have proven that getting outdoors is one good way to relax and recharge the body, mind and spirit,” said Lewis Ledford, executive director of the National Association of State Park Directors. “We hope that hiking along a trail in a state park will become part of an individual’s or family’s regular exercise routine.” Michigan state parks are extending Free First Day Passes to a full week of healthy events to start off the new year on the right foot with “Shoe Year’s Hikes.” Events will be offered at the following locations:Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park (Ontonagon County): Dec. 31, 6 p.m. Yankee Springs Recreation Area (Barry County): Jan. 1, 11 a.m.Warren Dunes State Park (Berrien County), Jan. 1, 10 a.m.Mitchell State Park (Wexford County): Jan. 2, 1 p.m.Bay City State Recreation Area (Bay County): Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m.Brighton Recreation Area (Livingston County): Jan. 3, noonPorcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park (Ontonagon County): Jan. 3, 1 p.m.Ludington State Park (Mason County): Jan. 3, 6 p.m.Sterling State Park (Monroe County): Jan. 4, 1 p.m.For details about Michigan’s Shoe Years Hikes, visit www.michigan.gov/gogetoutdoors. America’s State Parks is committed to promoting outdoor recreation in state parks as a way to address obesity, especially among children. Getting kids outside and unplugged from video games and other electronic media creates a unique connection with nature that promotes physical and mental well-being and encourages creativity and stewardship of our shared resources.

The mission of the National Association of State Park Directors and America’s State Parks is to promote and advance the state park systems of America for their own significance, as well as for their important contributions to the nation’s environment, heritage, health and economy. A Recreation Passport is required for any motor vehicle entering a Michigan state park, boat launch, state forest campground or nonmotorized state trailhead parking. Residents can purchase the Passport for just $11 ($5 for motorcycles) at the time of Michigan license plate renewal through Secretary of State. Forgot to check “YES” during renewal? Residents and nonresidents can purchase a Recreation Passport window sticker during regular business hours at state parks. Learn more about how the Recreation Passport supports state parks and local outdoor recreation opportunities at www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.

♦ A M E R I C A’S STAT E PA R KS


American Indian Research and Education Center

(AIREC)STEP-UP Program Coordinator, Ms. DeeJay Chino either by phone 702-895-4003 or via email [email protected].

15Leelanau Enterprise Suttons Bay Education Report

Missy Alberts and Theresa Shananaquet Employee Euchre Champs and Congratulations Theresa on your 25 years of GTB work service.


TRIBAL YOUTH EMPOWERMENT TREKS

In the summer of 2015, the Life Long Learning Department, in addition to their summer programs (Camp Alden, Summer Enrichment Program) will begin offering Tribal Youth Empowerment Treks. These Empowerment Treks target Tribal youth between the ages 14-18 who are enrolled in the Life Long Learning Program and are seeking adventure and challenge. Each Trek will be a 4day/3 over-night outdoor wilderness backpacking expedition into one of Northern Michigan’s State forest. Inter-ested Tribal youth in participating in one of this summer’s TREKS please contact Tyvin Whittaker at 231-534-7065, or complete the TREK application on the GTB website- under Life Long Learning Pro-gram. Limited space is available, application deadline April 15, 2015.

Charlevoix Newsletter K-12 Education Department

Board of Education Meetings for January 2015

Boyne City Public Schools

Jan. 12 , 2015 7p.m.

Early Childhood Ed. Building

Charlevoix Public School

Jan. 19 2014 6:00 p.m.

Round lake Education Center

East Jordan Public School

Jan. 19 2015 5:30 p.m.

High School Media Center

G R A N D T R A V E R S E B A N D O F O T T A W A & C H I P P E W A I N D I A N S L I F E L O N G L E A R N I N G January 2015 GTB Youth Intervention Specialist Tyvin Whittaker 231-534-7065/342-7690 [email protected]

Serving GTB Students in these Schools

Charlevoix Elemen-tary

Charlevoix Middle

Charlevoix High

Northwest Academy

East Jordan Elemen-tary

East Jordan Middle

East Jordan High

Boyne Falls Public

Boyne City H.S.

Boyne City Middle

Petoskey High

Central Elementary

Round Lake Alter-native

Lakeland Elemen-tary

Cherryland Middle

Elk Rapids H.S.

Mancelona Elem.

Concord Academy

Central Lake

Student/Athletes - Winter Sports Zacharie Napont Varsity Boy’s Basketball Boyne City Raina McClellan JV Girl’s Basketball Charlevoix Devon Pitawanakwat MS Boy’s Basketball Elk Rapids Caleb Kenwabikise Freshman Boy’s Basketball Charlevoix Dale Pitawanakwat JV Boy’s Basketball Elk Rapids Brian Willson Varsity Boy’s Basketball Central Lake Kendra Willson JV Girl’s Basketball Central Lake Haylee Anthony JV Girl’s Basketball Boyne Falls Freyah Sizemore Hoop Dance Instructor NW Academy

FREYAH SIZEMORE CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

The Life Long Learning Department recognizes GTB Tribal Student Freyah Sizemore for the culture enrichment contributions she is providing to her classmates at Northwest Academy in Charlevoix. Two times a week, 100 minute sessions each, Freyah teaches Hoop Dance to 10 middle school students, fulfilling her Physical Educations Requirements, and also providing culture enrichment for her school. Drawing upon the values she has received from her family and Tribe, and also the technical knowledge and training that she received from Bud Day and Edmund Nevaquaya, Freyah makes her time with the students both respectful and fun. Although Freyah admits that she was kind of rough around the edges when she was being trained, she now takes great pride in bringing her culture to her school, by teaching what the hoop means, how to make one, and also about the 7 Grandfather teachings. Students, under the guidance of Freyah’s watchful eye, learn to make their own hoop, and after the class finishes, will have the opportunity to perform at a school talent show. The Education Department is very proud of Freyah’s work at Northwest Academy.

Extra Curricular Financial Support Available

GTB students enrolled in the Life Long Learning Program who maintain a 2.0 GPA and have no Truancy issues are eligible to receive financial support for extra curricular activities. A Student Service Request Packet needs to be completed and submitted to the Education Department for funds to be allocated toward a students extra curricular activity. These activities may include and are not limited to the following: purchase of athletic shoes for school sports, senior expenses, special lessons, field trips and group outings, art supplies, driver’s education, etc.. Please contact Tyvin Whittaker for a student service request packet for your child or children. Student Service funding is available until funding last.

17DEPARTMENT of HUMAN SERVICES - BERRY

WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST THIS NEW YEAR 2015

Human Services Director Tanya Raphael is pleased to announce that tribal members Christa Gasca, (ATR) and Connie TwoCrow (Receptionist) are new to the department staffing.

Also please welcome Dennis and Sandy Jacko, (NEW PATH), Putnam House Professional Parents.

18 A Picture Says A Thousand WordsGrand Traverse Band Gathering

Ladies were dressed in beautiful splendor.

Julia Leaureaux, Elena Waukazoo and Sharon EdgingtonPatricia Putney

Caroline Harris, Sandra Bennett, Pauline Barber

and Mary Wright

Joyce Wilson

Margarette David / Boyleand Connie TwoCrow in

the background

Margie Donaldson

Lucille and Roxanne McSauby


Photos by George AntoineGTB News, Multi-Media Specialist

December Community Education sessions in which we crocheted ruffle scarves. Check in with Eyaawing Staff to learn what is next on their cultual exchange program.

Phyllis John

Cynthia Bailey

Betty Edwards

Phyllis Rice

Lft, Annie May, Phyllis Wanageshik, Sammie and Gail Manzano

Special Model Lena Wilson

Arlene Corey

Sandra Yannott and Mary Yannott


♦ 0-5 year old Center Based year child development programs ♦ 0-3 year old Home Based child devel-

opment program ♦ Year round program (Sept.-July) ♦ Hours of operation are Monday-

Thursday from 9:00am-3:00pm ♦ Services to all children including

those with special needs ♦ Programs are family focused with

plenty of opportunities for family in-volvement

♦ Services to pregnant women ♦ Comprehensive health and dental services ♦ Transportation may be provided (for

center based program, limited area; including for children with special needs)

♦ Nutritious meals ♦ Incorporation of the Native American culture ♦ Do not need to be GTB Member to apply

Home Based services available in Leelanau, Grand Traverse, Manistee, Benzie, Charlevoix, & Antrim Counties.

Child Development Program At No Cost To You!!!

Grand Traverse Band Head Start & Early Head Start

Center Based services are located at the Benodjenh Center at 2600 N. Strongheart Way, Peshawbestown, MI.

231-534-7994

STOP BY OR CALL FOR INFORMATION TODAY!

231-534-7650 We are currently accepting applications

(with income verification and proof of birthdate) for all of our programs!

Santa and

XcaretCarolyn Antoine

and Christmas

Santa


What a great Christmas gift!

These Books were given to GTB for us to give away! All you need to do is contact the Front Desk at the Government Administration Buildings, Benzie, Charlevoix or Traverse City Office and ask for the FREE books. Sorry, only one set per family.

Santa came to the center this past Thursday and gave out books and hugs when the children let her. Santa was our fabulous Bus Driver, Alissa Sterzer. We thank her very much for helping bring smiles to the children’s faces. The first picture is of Xcaret, a Head Start child in Emily and Troy’s class. The next child is Carolyn Antoine, an Early Head Start child in Elena and Mel’lena’s class. The third child is Gerald Hinmon, an EHS child in Aimee and Patricia’s class with his mom.

We would like to add for the newsletter that EHS Home Based Program is planning 2 Recruitment SOCIALS in January. The first one will be at the Charlevoix office at 5:30p.m. The second one is at the Benzie office at 5:30p.m. Dinner will be provided at both. We are asking that any families interested in entering the Home Based Program in those areas please come out and meet the Home Visitors and learn more about the program. For more information please call Benodjenh at 231-534-7650. We continue to seek to fill the Home Based program in all of the six county regions and hope that by holding the “Recruitment Socials in January” we can reach out to families that otherwise might not know about the program.Courtney GilbertEHS Education and Familiy Services Coordinator231-534-7929 phone - 231-534-7583 fax

Gerrald Hinmon, Mom and Christmas Santa

Santa Visit at the Benodjenh Child Center / Head Start and Early Head Start ProgramsHappy Holidays and have a Happy New Year

The Eagle Books are a series of four books for Native children ages 4-9. The books are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle and Miss Rabbit -and a clever trickster, Coyote, who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention.Purpose of the Eagle Books

The Eagle Books help children understand several important messages about diabetes and being healthy:

♦ · In the past, traditional lifestyles of American Indians and Alaskan Natives may have helped to protect them from developing type 2 diabetes.

♦ · Many Native people no longer eat traditional diets or practice vigorous physical activity putting them at increased risk for type 2 diabetes.

♦ · Native knowledge provides wisdom and power to prevent/control diabetes.

♦ · Returning to healthy diet and physical activity can help prevent diabetes.

♦ · Friends and families can help each other to prevent diabetes by eating healthy foods and staying active.

There are many ways that the Eagle Books, intended primarily for children in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, can be used in classrooms and in various community settings. The books’ prevention messages can be conveyed to children and their families through schools, libraries, and community organizations, or used effectively by community health workers through home visits, community recreation centers, and local public health agencies. Parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles should be encouraged to read the books with children.

22 Grand Traverse Band Natural Resources Department / CORA

23

Hello! My name is Nathan Barton. I am the newest Great Lakes Fisheries Biologist for the Natural Resources Department. I am extremely passionate about Great Lakes Fisheries. I began my career with a Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences from Purdue University. I followed that up with a Master’s Degree in Biology from Central Michigan University with a thesis project focusing on lake trout, lake whitefish and cisco spawning habitat in Grand Traverse Bay. Upon completion of my Master’s degree, I next took a position running a research facility for Michigan State University coordinating research efforts on the Black Lake population of lake sturgeon. It has been quite an adventure thus far and I look forward to this next exciting chapter working for GTB!

Melissa, Jim, and Carol Anne Photo taken at the GTB NRD;

HAPPY NEW YEAR, We Are Expanding and Expecting at

any moment.

♦ D I D YO U K N OW...

Lake Michigan is the second largest Great Lake by volume and the only one located totally within the United States. The northern portion of the basin’s 45,000 square miles is covered with second growth forest and is less developed except for the highly industrial Fox River Valley. Over 300 miles to the south, the more temperate southern portion is very developed from Milwaukee through Chicago to Northwest Indiana. Lake Michigan flows into Lake Huron through the straits of Mackinac at a rate equal to a complete change of water about every 100 years. Lake Michigan contains the world’s largest collection of fresh water sand dunes along with many wetlands, prairies and savannas that provide essential habitat to a great diversity of life. The aquatic food web supports fish for food, sport and culture. The fertile southern-soils are amenable to agriculture and the coast is home to 25 harbors and hundreds of marinas. The Lake Michigan coastlines also serve as a key North American migratory bird flyway. The Lake Michigan states are moving ahead with a 50% reduction in Chinook salmon stocking following more than a year of public engagement on the issue. The plan, coordinated by the Lake Michigan Committee of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission, is intended to help maintain a delicate predator/prey balance, which is the keystone of a multi-billion dollar sport fishery. The reductions are a response to the current large contribution of natural reproduction of Chinook, about 55% of the population, combined with the near historic low levels of the dominant prey fish, non-native alewives. The ability to better estimate natural reproduction and track movements of stocked fish have been enhanced by expansion of the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program, a GLRI-funded basin wide state and federal partnership that is now marking all stocked lake trout and Chinook salmon. Feasibility of restoring native pelagic planktivores such as lake herring is also being investigated by the Lake Michigan Committee as an alternative to the invasive alewife.

24 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)MONEY

2015 ELDERS DISTRIBUTION

ELDERS DISTRIBUTION ADDRESS CHANGE DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 16TH. PLEASE CONTACT MEMBERSHIP OFFICE (231) 534-7101 REGARDING ANY ADDRESS CHANGES.

ELDERS TRUST FUND DIRECT DEPOSIT

If you have not already signed up for direct deposit of your elders distribution checks, Friday SEPTEMBER 4TH is the deadline to sign up for a direct deposit of your 2015 elders distribution and all future elders distribution checks. The form must be received in our office by September 4th.

This deadline (September 4th) also applies to those that are currently signed up for direct deposit and wish to change the bank information.

Please Note: If you do not have a valid address on file with the membership office, your elders distribution direct deposit will be suspended until a valid address is received in the Membership Office.

If you need to change the information for your current direct deposit, please submit a new Direct Deposit Agreement form. To request one, you may call Christina Loucks at (231)534-7131. This form is also available on www.gtbindians.org.

Once completed, the Direct Deposit Agreement form must be mailed in or dropped off at the Government Accounting building. Faxes will not be accepted.If you wish to cancel your direct deposit, you need to submit this request in writing to the Government Accounting office or fill out the Direct Deposit Cancellation form. If not using the form, please write that you wish to cancel your elders distribution direct deposit, sign, date, and include tribal id number and/or social security number.

Mailing address:Grand Traverse Band Attn: Accounting 2605 N West Bay Shore DrPeshawbestown MI 49682-9275

JUNE 2015 PER CAPITA

PER CAPITA ADDRESS CHANGE DEADLINE IS MAY 13TH. PLEASE CONTACT MEMBERSHIP OFFICE (231) 534-7101 REGARDING ANY ADDRESS CHANGES.

PER CAPITA DIRECT DEPOSIT

If you have not already signed up for direct deposit of your per capita checks, Friday, May 1st is the deadline to sign up for a direct deposit of your June 2015 per capita and all future per capita checks. The form must be received in our office by May 1st.

This deadline (May 1st) also applies to those that are currently signed up for direct deposit and wish to change the bank information.

Please Note: If you do not have a valid address on file with the membership office, your per capita direct deposit will be suspended until a valid address is received in the Membership Office.

If you need to change the information for your direct deposits, please submit a new Direct Deposit Agreement form. To request one, you may call Christina Loucks at (231)534-7131. This form is also available on www.gtbindians.org. Once completed, the Direct Deposit Agreement form must be mailed in or dropped off at the Government Accounting building. FAXES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

If you wish to cancel your direct deposit, you need to submit this request in writing to the Per Capita Office or fill out the Direct Deposit Cancellation form. If not using the form, please write that you wish to cancel your per capita direct deposit, sign, date, and include tribal id number and/or social security number. The deadline to cancel your current direct deposit is Wednesday, May 13th.

2014 Elders Distribution Checks

As of December 18th, the following members have unclaimed elders checks from 2014 distribution at the Accounting Office.

JERRY CHUPP

Please contact Christina Loucks, Senior Accountant, at the Government Accounting Department (231) 534-7131 for further information.

Uncashed Per Capita Distribution Checks

As of December 18th, the following members have uncashed/unclaimed per capita checks from June 2014 or earlier distributions:

Amy AllardDavid DutyAugustine FloydMiguel KenwabikiseAlfonso MorealesSantana PerezJason RomittiJohn ReedFrancis J. ShominCurtis White

Please contact Christina Loucks, Senior Accountant, at the Government Accounting Department (231) 534-7131 for further information on how to obtain a new check.


JOSEPH ALEXANDERCHAD ALLEN

CHARLES ANDERSONPHILIP BARRERALEESA BARTHOLOMEWJAMES BROOME

PATRICK BURRISROBERT CALKINS

BRIANNA CHAMBERSMIKAYLA CHIPPEWA

JERRY CHUPPTEHYANA CLOUDVERONICA DUBOSE

COREY DUNCANKIMBERLY EASTABROOK

KATIE EATONBRIAN FAIRLEYERIC FERRERE

JOSEPH FERREREAUGUSTINE FLOYD

DAKOTA FUNMAKERDONALD GANNDARREN GAUTHIERRACHEL GENEREAUXCRYSTAL GUERRERO

FERNANDO HIDALGOJASON HOGAN

RONALD JOHNSARAH JOHN

THOMAS JOHNS JRJESSICA KITCHEN

LACI KLINELARRY KOON

CHRISTINE LEWISCYNTHIA MANN

MARY MANTOWASHLEVI MCCLELLAN IIERIC MCDONALD JR

CHRISTOPHER MEDINACODY MIKEL

DENNIS MILLERKRYSTAL MILLER

JACQUELYN MISHLERKELLY MOHN

ANDREW MYRICKALAN NEWSTEAD

MICHELLE NIEBURNATASHA OLIVARESRICHARD OSKABOOSE

CHRISTOPHER PATTENAMBROSE PAULANTHONY PAULAMBROSE PAUL JRSANTANA PEREZ

ELIZABETH PETERSISAIAH PRESTONNIKO ROMITTI

DAVID R RUSSELLELISSA SCHAAR

GERALD SCHWANKEGARY F SHEAHAN

KRISTINE SHEAHAN

MICHELLE SIMMSVICTOR SINEWAYFRANCIS ST GERMAINE

TRENTON ST GERMAINEAUSTIN STEEBYRYAN STEVENS

ANTONIO THRASHBIANCA THRASHCAREY THRASHTONY THRASH

NICHOL VAN RIPERWAYLON WANEGESHIKSUSAN WHEELER

FELICIANNA WILLIAMSKATHRYN WILLIAMSDOUGLAS WILSONDAVID R WONEGESHIK SR

ANN WOODRAERIC WOODRA JR

RICHARD YANNOTTTERESA ZARCO

Updated Addresses Needed

Below is a list of tribal members (as of December 17th) that do not have current addresses with the Membership Office and Per Capita Office. Please contact Membership at (231) 534-7101 to request an Address Change Form. This form is also located on our website www.gtbindians.org.

Mr. John Bussey led the Elders in a Christmas Song Sing Alone at the Elders Christmas Dinner, Eagles Ridge..

26 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)MONSTER MOUTH

DENTAL HEALTH MONTH

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

Today we shall brush and brush, two times today and two minutes each time.

2014 American Dental Association

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE OUT THE MONSTER MOUTH? - STOP IN AT YOUR DENTIST’S OFFICE AND PICK UP A NEW TOOTH

BRUSH, SET UP A CHECK-UP VISIT, AND DON’T GIVE UP. YOU CAN WIN!

27January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon) YOUR HEALTH

MDCH Reminds Residents to Vaccinate Against Measles

LANSING, Mich. – Following the recent confirmation of two measles cases in the Traverse City area, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) is reminding all residents to protect themselves against the disease by making certain they are up to date on their vaccines. Michigan is now among 23 states that have reported cases of measles in 2014. The Michigan cases were unvaccinated and were exposed to measles during travel in the Philippines. Additional cases are under investigation. “Although the once common disease is now a rarity in the United States, Measles can spread when it reaches a community where groups of people are unvaccinated,” said Dr. Matthew Davis, Chief Medical Executive with the MDCH. “The progress made here in the U.S. may be threatened by the high incidence of measles elsewhere in the world. To protect against outbreaks and stop the disease from widely spreading in the U.S., we need to succeed in our efforts to keep immunization rates high.” From 2001 – 2012, the average number of measles cases reported nationally per year was 60. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have been more than 600 cases reported this year in the U.S., and the vast majority of cases have been among persons who had no history of vaccination against measles. The Philippines is experiencing a very large and ongoing measles outbreak, with more than 50,000 measles cases and more than 100 measles-related deaths reported this year. Many of the cases in the U.S. this year have been traced to travel in or contact with the Philippines. Measles also continues to be common in many other parts of the world including some countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Pacific. Measles is a vaccine-preventable disease that can result in hospitalization, pneumonia, encephalitis, and death. Measles illness involves a high fever, conjunctivitis (red, inflamed eyelid membranes), cough, runny nose, photophobia, and a generalized red, raised body rash starting on the head and face and progressing to the rest of the body. Because measles is highly communicable, successful prevention and control requires high levels of immunity in all communities. The measles vaccine is highly effective and very safe. The first of two routine childhood measles vaccine doses is given at 12 months of age. For international travel, infants as young as 6 months should be vaccinated against measles. The vaccination, or documentation of immunity to measles, is recommended for all persons travelling internationally.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the Grand Traverse Band Family Health Clinic wants you to know that there’s a lot you can do to prevent cervical cancer.HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted disease. It’s also a major cause of cervical cancer. About 79 million Americans currently have HPV, but many people with HPV don’t know they are infected.The good news is:· HPV can be prevented by the HPV vaccine.· Cervical cancer can often be prevented with regular screening tests (called Pap tests) and follow-up care.In honor of National Cervical Health Awareness Month, we encourage:· Women to start getting regular Pap tests at age 21· Women to get the HPV vaccine before age 27· Parents to make sure their pre-teens get the HPV vaccine at age 11 or 12· Men to get the HPV vaccine if you are under age 22Thanks to the health care reform law, you and your family members may be able to get these services at no cost to you. Check with your insurance company.Taking small steps can help keep you safe and healthy. For more information, contact the GTB Family Health ClinicFor more information visit: http://www.nccc-online.orgSponsor: The National Cervical Cancer Coalition Loi Chambers, DOS, Health Department 8

28 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)WINTER STORMS & EXTREME COLD

While the danger from winter weather varies across the country, nearly all Americans, regardless of where they live, are likely to face some type of severe winter weather at some point in their lives. Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, icing, sleet and freezing rain.

One of the primary concerns is the winter weather’s ability to knock out heat, power and communications services to your home or office, sometimes for days at a time. Heavy snowfall and extreme cold can immobilize an entire region.

The National Weather Service refers to winter storms as the “Deceptive Killers” because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm. Instead, people die in traffic accidents on icy roads and of hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold. It is important to be prepared for winter weather before it strikes.

Before Winter Storms and Extreme ColdTo prepare for a winter storm you should do the following:· Before winter approaches, add the following supplies to your

emergency kit: o Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt

ice on walkways. Visit the Environmental Protection Agency for a complete list of recommended products.

o Sand to improve traction.o Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment.o Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated in your

home and regular fuel sources may be cut off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove.

o Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm.· Make a Family Communications Plan. Your family may not

be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one another, how you will get back together and what you will do in case of an emergency.

· A NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts alerts and warnings directly from the NWS for all hazards. You may also sign up in advance to receive notifications from your local emergency services. Download FEMA’s Be Smart. Know Your Alerts and Warnings for a summary of notifications at: www.ready.gov/prepare. Free smart phone apps, such as those available from FEMA and the American Red Cross, provide information about finding shelters, providing first aid, and seeking assistance for recovery.

· Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.

· Bring pets/companion animals inside during winter weather. Move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water.

Winterize Your Vehicle

Check or have a mechanic check the following items on your car:· Antifreeze levels - ensure they are sufficient to avoid

freezing.· Battery and ignition system - should be in top condition and

battery terminals should be clean.· Brakes - check for wear and fluid levels.· Exhaust system - check for leaks and crimped pipes and

repair or replace as necessary. Carbon monoxide is deadly and usually gives no warning.

· Fuel and air filters - replace and keep water out of the system by using additives and maintaining a full tank of gas. A full tank will keep the fuel line from freezing.

· Heater and defroster - ensure they work properly.· Lights and flashing hazard lights - check for serviceability.· Oil - check for level and weight. Heavier oils congeal more at

low temperatures and do not lubricate as well.· Thermostat - ensure it works properly.· Windshield wiper equipment - repair any problems and

maintain proper washer fluid level.· Install good winter tires - Make sure the tires have adequate

tread. All-weather radials are usually adequate for most winter conditions. However, some jurisdictions require that to drive on their roads, vehicles must be equipped with chains or snow tires with studs.

Update the emergency kits in your vehicles with:· a shovel· windshield scraper and small broom

· flashlight· battery powered radio· extra batteries· water· snack food· matches· extra hats, socks and mittens· first aid kit with pocket knife· necessary medications· blanket(s)· tow chain or rope· road salt and sand· booster cables· emergency flares· fluorescent distress flag

Winterize Your Home

· Winterize your home to extend the life of your fuel supply by insulating walls and attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows or covering windows with plastic.

· Winterize your house, barn, shed or any other structure that may provide shelter for your family, neighbors, livestock or equipment. Clear rain gutters; repair roof leaks and cut away tree branches that could fall on a house or other structure during a storm.

· Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected every year.

· Insulate pipes with insulation or newspapers and plastic and allow faucets to drip a little during cold weather to avoid freezing. Running water, even at a trickle, helps prevent pipes from freezing.

· All fuel-burning equipment should be vented to the outside and kept clear.

· Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make sure everyone in your house knows how to use them. House fires pose an additional risk, as more people turn to alternate heating sources without taking the necessary safety precautions.

· Learn how to shut off water valves (in case a pipe bursts).· Insulate your home by installing storm windows or covering

windows with plastic from the inside to keep cold air out.· Hire a contractor to check the structural ability of the roof

to sustain unusually heavy weight from the accumulation of snow - or water, if drains on flat roofs do not work.

Know the Terms

Know the terms used to describe changing winter weather conditions and what actions to take. These terms can be used to determine the timeline and severity of an approaching storm. (Advisory / Watch / Warning). The NWS also issues advisories and warnings for other winter weather, including blizzards, freezes, wind chill, lake effect snow, and dense fog. Be alert to weather reports and tune in for specific guidance when these conditions develop.Freezing Rain - Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating a coating of ice on roads, walkways, trees and power lines.Sleet - Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Sleet also causes moisture on roads to freeze and become slippery.Wind Chill- Wind chill is the temperature it “feels like” when you are outside. The NWS provides a wind chill Chart to show the difference between air temperature and the perceived temperature and the amount of time until frostbite occurs. For more information, visit: www.nws.noaa.gov/om/windchill.Winter Weather Advisory - Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. When caution is used, these situations should not be life threatening. The NWS issues a winter weather advisory when conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences that may be hazardous. If caution is used, these situations should not be life-threatening.Winter Storm Watch - A winter storm is possible in your area. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for more information. The NWS issues a winter storm watch when severe winter conditions, such as heavy snow and/or ice, may affect your


Be Ready! Winter Weather

Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows.

Never leave lit candles or other flames unattended.

Install a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector in your home.

Dress warmly and limit exposure to the cold to prevent frostbite.

Check antifreeze level and have radiator system serviced.

If power lines fall on your car, warn people not to touch the car or power lines.

Keep gas tank full to avoid ice in tank and fuel lines.

Make sure the batteries are working!

Avoid getting wet to prevent hypothermia.

Replace worn tires and check tire air pressure.

Insulate walls and attic.

Weatherproof your home to

protect against the cold.

If power lines are down, call

your local utility and emergency

services

Make sure your car is ready

for winter travel.

Prepare yourself for exposure to winter weather.

Make a winter emergency kit to keep in your car.

Check out more tips on winter

weather indoor safety.

Bring your pets indoors as temperatures drop!

Have your chimney or flue inspected every year.

www.cdc.gov/phpr/infographics.htm

area but the location and timing are still uncertain. A winter storm watch is issued 12 to 36 hours in advance of a potential severe storm. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, local radio, TV, or other news sources for more information. Monitor alerts, check your emergency supplies, and gather any items you may need if you lose power.Winter Storm Warning - A winter storm is occurring or will soon occur in your area.Blizzard Warning - Sustained winds or frequent gusts to 35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow (reducing visibility to less than a quarter mile) are expected to prevail for a period of three hours or longer.Frost/Freeze Warning - Below freezing temperatures are expected.Carbon Monoxide

Caution: Each year, an average of 430 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, and there are more than 20,000 visits to the emergency room with more than 4,000 hospitalizations. Carbon monoxide-related deaths are highest during colder months. These deaths are likely due to increased use of gas-powered furnaces and alternative heating, cooking, and power sources used inappropriately indoors during power outages.

· Never use a generator, grill, camp stove or other gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal¬ burning devices inside a home, garage, basement, crawlspace or any partially enclosed area. Locate unit away from doors, windows and vents that could allow carbon monoxide to come indoors. Keep these devices at least 20 feet from doors, windows, and vents.

· The primary hazards to avoid when using alternate sources for electricity, heating or cooking are carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock and fire.

· Install carbon monoxide alarms in central locations on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas to provide early warning of accumulating carbon monoxide.

· If the carbon monoxide alarm sounds, move quickly to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door.

· Call for help from the fresh air location and remain there until emergency personnel arrive to assist you.

During Winter Storms and Extreme Cold

· Stay indoors during the storm.

· Walk carefully on snowy, icy, walkways.

· Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. Overexertion can bring on a heart attack—a major cause of death in the winter. Use caution, take breaks, push the snow instead of lifting it when possible, and lift lighter loads.

· Keep dry. Change wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. Wet clothing loses all of its insulating value and transmits heat rapidly.

· Signs of Frostbite: Occurs when the skin and body tissue just beneath it freezes. Loss of feeling and white or pale appearance in extremities, such as fingers, toes, earlobes, face, and the tip of the nose. What to Do: Cover exposed skin, but do not rub the affected area in an attempt to warm it up. Seek medical help immediately.

· Signs of Hypothermia: Dangerously low body temperature. Uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech, drowsiness, and apparent exhaustion. What to Do: If symptoms of hypothermia are detected take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95°, seek medical attention immediately. Get the victim to a warm location. Remove wet clothing. Warm the center of the body first by wrapping the person in blankets or putting on dry clothing. Give warm, non-alcoholic beverages if the victim is conscious. Seek medical help immediately.

o The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends, if you detect symptoms of frostbite, seek medical care. Because frostbite and hypothermia both result from exposure, first determine whether the victim also shows signs of hypothermia. Hypothermia is a more serious medical condition and requires emergency medical assistance.

· Drive only if it is absolutely necessary. If you must drive: travel in the day; don’t travel alone; keep others informed of your schedule; stay on main roads and avoid back road shortcuts.

· Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive. If your car gets stuck along the way, help can be sent along your predetermined route.

· If the pipes freeze, remove any insulation or layers of newspapers and wrap pipes in rags. Completely open all faucets and pour hot water over the pipes, starting where they were most exposed to the cold (or where the cold was most likely to penetrate).

· Maintain ventilation when using kerosene heaters to avoid build-up of toxic fumes. Refuel kerosene heaters outside and keep them at least three feet from flammable objects.

· Conserve fuel, if necessary, by keeping your residence cooler than normal. Temporarily close off heat to some rooms.

· If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55ºF.

30 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)Stay or Go

STAY:· If stuck on the road to avoid exposure and/or rescue is likely· If a safe location is neither nearby or visible· If you do not have appropriate clothing to go outside· If you do not have the ability to call for help

GO:If the distance to call for help is accessible.If you have visibility and outside conditions are safe.If you have appropriate clothing.Once the storm has passed, if you are not already home,

follow instructions from your local transportation department and emergency management agency to determine which route will be safest for you to get home. Drive with extra caution.

Dress for the Weather

If you must go outside, wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent.

· Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves.· Wear a hat. A hat will prevent loss of body heat.· Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.

Stranded in a Vehicle

If a blizzard traps you in the car:· Pull off the highway. Turn on hazard lights and hang a

distress flag from the radio antenna or window.· Remain in your vehicle where rescuers are most likely to find

you. Do not set out on foot unless you can see a building close by where you know you can take shelter. Be careful; distances are distorted by blowing snow. A building may seem close, but be too far to walk to in deep snow.

· Run the engine and heater about 10 minutes each hour to keep warm. When the engine is running, open a downwind window slightly for ventilation and periodically clear snow from the exhaust pipe. This will protect you from possible carbon monoxide poisoning.

· Exercise to maintain body heat, but avoid overexertion. In extreme cold, use road maps, seat covers, and floor mats for insulation. Huddle with passengers and use your coat for a blanket.

· Take turns sleeping. One person should be awake at all times to look for rescue crews.

· Eat regularly and drink ample fluids to avoid dehydration, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.

· Be careful not to waste battery power. Balance electrical energy needs - the use of lights, heat, and radio - with supply.

· Turn on the inside light at night so work crews or rescuers can see you.

· If stranded in a remote area, stomp large block letters in an open area spelling out HELP or SOS and line with rocks or tree limbs to attract the attention of rescue personnel who may be surveying the area by airplane.

· Leave the car and proceed on foot - if necessary - once the blizzard passes.STAY:

· If stuck on the road to avoid exposure and/or rescue is likely

· If a safe location is neither nearby or visible

· If you do not have appropriate clothing to go outside

· If you do not have the ability to call for help

GO:

o · If the distance to call for help is accessible.

· If you have visibility and outside conditions are safe.

· If you have appropriate clothing.

· Once the storm has passed, if you are not already home, follow instructions from your local transportation department and emergency management agency to determine which route will be safest for you to get home. Drive with extra caution.

If a blizzard traps you in the car:

· Pull off the highway. Turn on hazard lights and hang a distress flag from the radio antenna or window.

· Remain in your vehicle where rescuers are most likely to find you. Do not set out on foot unless you can see a building close by where you know you can take shelter. Be careful; distances are distorted by blowing snow. A building may seem close, but be too far to walk to in deep snow.

· Run the engine and heater about 10 minutes each hour to keep warm. When the engine is running, open a downwind window slightly for ventilation and periodically clear snow from the exhaust pipe. This will protect you from possible carbon monoxide poisoning.

· Exercise to maintain body heat, but avoid overexertion. In extreme cold, use road maps, seat covers, and floor mats for insulation. Huddle with passengers and use your coat for a blanket.

· Take turns sleeping. One person should be awake at all times to look for rescue crews.

· Eat regularly and drink ample fluids to avoid dehydration, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.

· Be careful not to waste battery power. Balance electrical energy needs - the use of lights, heat, and radio - with supply.

· Turn on the inside light at night so work crews or rescuers can see you.

· If stranded in a remote area, stomp large block letters in an open area spelling out HELP or SOS and line with rocks or tree limbs to attract the attention of rescue personnel who may be surveying the area by airplane.

· Leave the car and proceed on foot - if necessary - once the blizzard passes.

After Winter Storms and Extreme Cold

· If your home loses power or heat for more than a few hours or if you do not have adequate supplies to stay warm in your home overnight, you may want to go to a designated public shelter if you can get there safely. Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362 (4FEMA) to find the nearest shelter in your area (e.g., SHELTER20472)

· Bring any personal items that you would need to spend the night (such as toiletries, medicines). Take precautions when traveling to the shelter. Dress warmly in layers, wear boots, mittens, and a hat.

· Continue to protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia by wearing warm, loose-fitting, lightweight clothing in several layers. Stay indoors, if possible.

Learn From Every Storm

Restock your emergency supplies to be ready in case another storm hits.

· Assess how well your supplies and family plan worked. What could you have done better?

· Take a few minutes to improve your family plan and supplies before the next winter storm hits.

· Talk to your neighbors and colleagues about their experiences and share tips with each other

The following resources and websites can help you further prepare for, respond to, and recover from a winter storm.

LISTEN TO LOCAL OFFICIALS

Learn about the emergency plans that have been established in your area by your state and local government. In any emergency, always listen to the instructions given by local emergency management officials.


Thank You Grand Traverse Band for Your Hospitality

I would like to recognize my son Jay Louis Kiogima for being a fantastic and out-standing student during his first year of pre-K at the Saginaw-Chippewa Academy. Jay does an awesome job, good behavior and polite manners while at both school and at home so if you happen to see Jay please give him a good Ol’pat on the back for sharing such great qualities. To th parents who are raising their children with the absence of drugs ane alcohol, it is you who are making a difference by setting an example, leading those who struggle - Unity is the key to breaking habits of the past. We must come together to promote change, we must come together in unity to break the chains of the past and gain confidence for the future. Shout Out to those who contribute to keep’in the Rez Sae from all the chaos of drugs, alcohol and violence, your contribution means the world to our children and their future. I wish to say a special Merry-Christmas and New Year to the families and children at foster homes, men and women in prison and those who are over-seas serving our country. Mr. Jayson Kiogima


Medicare Part B Reimbursement Program

Are you 65 years old? Will you be 65 soon? Then you are invited to attend 2015 Medicare Outreach scheduled in your area.

You will find helpful information on Medicare Eligibility. Information for newly enrolled clients and learn how Contract Health/Patient Referred Care can pay your Medicare Part B Medical Premium.

When you attend please bring the following with you to insure a complete file.

1. Your 2015 Social Security Income Statement (usually received in December) stating your new benefit amount of your Social Security Medicare Part B deduction.

2. Medicare Card If you do not have one, please contact me in advance, so I can assist you in obtaining a new card.

3. Your Valid GTB Tribal Identification Card. (Must live in the 6 county service area)

2015 MEDICARE OUTREACH Grand Traverse Band Satellite offices

Elders Complex – Peshawbestown

Tuesday January 6, 2015 9:00am – 11:30am

Benzie Wednesday January 7, 2015

11:00am – 2:00pm

3 Mile office – Traverse City

Tuesday January 13, 2015 10:30am – 3:00pm Elders

Advisory

Charlevoix Wednesday January 14, 2015

11:00am – 2:00pm

Please call ahead of time if inclement weather should occur

I have moved offices, I am now located in the back of the Medicine Lodge in room 221. CHS/PRC can direct you in my direction. Stella Chippewa will be accepting documents in my absence.

Angelina Raphael, CHS/PRC Benefits Coordinator 2300 N. Stallman Rd. Suite A, Peshawbestown MI 49682 231-534-7731 office 231-866-0326 cell

Enclosed: SSA-‐3288/cc: TM Part B notebook


Exemption from the Shared Responsibility Payment

1. Have minimum

essential coverage

2. Have an exemption from the shared responsibility payment (fee)

3. Pay a fee (shared

responsibility payment)

OR OR

Exemption for American Indians and Alaskan Natives ECN #

You must apply for this.

$$$ deducted from your tax return

34 January 2015 / Manidoo Giizis (Spirit Moon)Memorial

Kenneth Ramos in ‘Legacy of Exiled NDNZ.’

Photo courtesy Pamela J. Peters.

Read more at http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2014/12/15/still-here-big-city-meet-legacy-indian-

relocation-act-158289

Chairman George Edmond Bennett passed on December 09, 2014 at the age of 86. A NAVY Military Honor Service and Funeral was held in Granite Falls, MN. A Memorial service will be held here in Peshawbestown on January 10th. at the StrongHeart Center. Mr. Bennett served on the Interim Tribal Council during the years 1980-1988 and was elected to Tribal Council, serving from 1990-1994, and from 1996-2000 as Tribal Chairman, and from 2002 – 2006. 20 years of elected service to the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

State of Michigan Vital Records

Are You Looking For:

Birth, Death, Marriage and Divorce RecordsMichigan Department of Community Health

We are open through the lunch hour. If applying in person, you must submit your request by 3:00 pm in order to obtain same-day service except for State holidays. The State of Michigan vital records office has records of births, deaths, and marriages that occurred in Michigan and were filed with the state as early as 1867, and divorce records as early as 1897. We also have Affidavits of Parentage that were filed in the Central Paternity Registry since June 1, 1993 (Affidavit of Parentage records filed prior to that date would need to be obtained from the court where they were filedThe State of Michigan Vital Records Office is located at 201 Townsend Street, Capitol View Bldg, 3rd Floor, Lansing MI 48933 (across the street from the state capitol - south side). The office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon-Fri, except for State holidays. We are open through the lunch hour. If applying in person, you must submit your request by 3:00 pm in order to obtain same-day service.The State of Michigan vital records office has records of births, deaths, and marriages that occurred in Michigan and were filed with the state as early as 1867, and divorce records as early as 1897. We also have Affidavits of Parentage that were filed in the Central Paternity Registry since June 1, 1993 (Affidavit of Parentage records filed prior to that date would need to be obtained from the court where they were filed). You can order a record online using a debit or credit card, print an application to order by mail or to change a record, or get information about our service. If you need general info about Michigan Vital Records, or need to have an application mailed to you, please call our recorded message at 517-335-8656. If you need to speak with a customer service rep regarding a regular request, please call our Eligibility Unit at 517-335-8666, press option #4. If you need to speak with a customer service representative regarding a change or correction to a birth or death record, please call our Changes Unit directly at 517-335-8660. Marriage record corrections are handled by the clerk in the county where the marriage took place. Divorce records are court documents and must be corrected by the same court that finalized the divorce. You may also send a general e-mail to [email protected] and we will try to respond within two business days.

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Wings of Wonder Eagle Release December 2014

Rebecca Lessard

13035 South Greenway

Empire, MI 49630

231 326 4663

[email protected]

For inquiries about scheduling a program or event, please check the

WOW Event/Program Calendar, call 231 326 4663 or email

WINTER WALK ON THE BEACH OF LAKE MICHIGAN

Dance Off Those Extra Holiday Calories

AA meeting at Katerie Church Fellowship Hall, PeshawbestownMonday 5pm and also Fridays 7pm

HUNGRY! ! ! Feed Your Body and Soul; First Monday of each month is our AA member Pot Luck night this is for both Monday and Friday groups and visitors are welcome of course.

Happy 1st Birthday on January 15th to our son Logan Manzano. Hard to believe it has been a year since I went into labor three weeks early. We drove to the hospital in a snow storm and we are blessed by your arrival. You are such an amazing little boy and we love you so much. Love Mommy, Daddy, and big sister Sofia

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