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NOTTAWASEPPI HURON BAND OF THE POTAWATOMI
TRIBAL COUNCIL MEMBERS
Homer A. Mandoka {Chairperson}
Chair Appointments: Planning &
Land Use Committee (PLUC), Tribal Emergency Preparedness
Committee (TEPC). President- United Tribes of Michigan
{Desk phone} 269.704.8381
{Cell} 269.986.1802
{E-mail} [email protected]
Jamie Stuck {Vice Chairperson}
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Chair Appointments: Education Committee and Journey to
Wellness Committee {Desk phone} 269.704.8384
{Cell} 269.986.3441
Dorie Rios {Secretary}
Judi Henckel {Executive Editor}
Judi serves the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of
the Potawatomi as the Communication and Public
Relations Director, as well as the Executive Editor for the
Turtle Press.
{Office} 269.704.8361
Kathy Mackety {Editor}
Kathy serves the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of
the Potawatomi as the Communication Specialist, as
well as the Editor for the Turtle Press.
{Office} 269.704.8360
Chair Appointments: Enrollment Committee, Housing
Committee and Cemetery & Parks Committee
{Desk phone} 269.704.8382
{Cell} 269.209.3024
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TO THE TURTLE PRESS
Christine Lanning {Treasurer}
If you have an article, announcement or information
to submit to the Turtle Press, please send to:
Chair Appointments: Culture Committee and Elders
Committee
{Desk phone} 269.704.8379
{Cell} 269.339.1992
Tony Day {Sergeant-at-Arms}
Chair Appointments: Tribal Environmental Advisory
Committee (TEAC) and Veterans Committee {Desk phone} 269.704.8383
{Cell} 269.339.1211
Robyn Burlingham {Council Coordinator}
{Desk phone} 269.704.8373
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NOT TAWA SEPPI HURON BA ND OF THE POTAWATOMI T U R TLE PR E SS
NHBP Turtle Press Magazine, June 2014 | No. 06
Inside this issue
FEATURE OF THE MONTH
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On the Cover
NHBP Tribal Member Linda Rice
crosses the finish line of the
Wounded Warrior 5K, hosted
by ROTC at Western Michigan
University, beating her own personal
record by 7 minutes.
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BEGINNING THIS MONTH, OUR FEATURE STORY WILL BE
LOCATED IN THE CENTER SPREAD OF EACH ISSUE. MINUTES WILL
BE INSERTED SEPARATELY. FOR OUR FIRST MONTHLY FEATURE
STORY, CHIEF JUDGE MELISSA L. POPE EXPLAINS ABOUT THE
DEVELOPMENT OF NHBP'S PEACEKEEPING PROGRAM AND
INTRODUCES PEACEKEEPING PROGRAM COORDINATOR FRED
JACKO SR. READ MORE ON PAGE 21.
KABARET LOUNGE
NIGA LEADERSHIP AWARD
SAVE THE DATES
CASINO CONNECTION
HOUSING DEPARTMENT UPDATE
UNITED TRIBES OF MICHIGAN
TYP
BIRTHDAYS
LEGAL UPDATE - RTM
CHPO - SPRING CEREMONIES
TRIBAL ECONOMIC FORUM
TRIBAL-STATE SUMMIT
JUNE CALENDAR
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LINDA RICE'S WEIGHT
LOSS JOURNEY
Article Contributor
Linda Rice - This is her story in her own words
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Bozho to my fellow Nishnawbe family and friends,
My name is Linda Rice and I am proud to be a Member
of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi. I
was honored to be asked to write an article for the Turtle
Press regarding my journey to wellness. It has been a
lifelong journey that began at a young age. Like so many
of my Nishnawbe brothers and sisters, my family life was
surrounded with addiction. Alcoholism had a deadly hold
on my family and took the lives of two of my aunts, and
after a long illness, it ultimately took my mother.
My weight problem began shortly after my parents
divorced. I lived with my father and rarely saw my
mother. I grew up in a time when drinking and smoking
were acceptable. I actually remember seeing cigarette
butts on the floor in the grocery stores. (How disgusting
is that!)
My dad did the best he could, however, he was also an
alcoholic. I learned early that it was best to sit quietly
and not be noticed. Watching TV and eating was an easy
way for me to do that. I lived on a diet of pot pies, pizza
and cold hamburgers from the bar.
I was put on my first diet when I was 11 years old. It
was easy for me as my step-mother planned and cooked
all my meals. Like always, all I had to do was eat.
Although I did lose weight, I never learned anything
about proper diet or nutrition.
At 18, I became pregnant and had all the reasons I
needed to eat whatever I wanted. After all, I was eating
for two! I gained 50 pounds during my pregnancy only
to realize my beautiful baby girl only weighed 7 pounds
4 ounces! To lose the weight, I went back to the only
diet I knew, but this time it was much harder because
I was the one responsible for planning and cooking
all my meals. Oh how I hated to weigh and measure
everything! Not to mention, I was always hungry and
constantly thinking about food.
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During those years, not only did I battle with my weight,
but also dealt with my own alcoholism and smoking
addictions. Depression had a strong hold on my life, and
if I wasn’t drinking, smoking or eating, I was sleeping.
I was constantly feeling sorry for myself and trying to
escape. As they say in AA “poor me - poor me, pour me
another drink." I was a mean and ugly drunk and don’t
even know how or when it happened, but drinking went
from being fun to being a necessity. When my depression
was bad enough, I was finally ready to quit. I attended
a lot of AA meetings and shed a lot of tears, but it was
worth it. By the grace of God, I have been sober now for
over 16 years.
As I slowly began to get healthier, I set a new goal: to
quit smoking at 40. I loved to play cards and bingo and
found myself watching my fellow smokers, especially the
older women, with the deep hoarse voices, cigarettes
dangling from their mouths and the smoke circling their
faces. How unattractive they were. How unattractive
I was! I realized I was smoking almost three packs of
cigarettes a day. I had to have one when I got up in the
morning, with my coffee, when I got in the car, as I drove
to work, before I punched in; easily half a pack gone
before I even started my day. Like drinking, I found you
will quit when you are good and ready to quit and not a
minute before.
A few years ago I set a new goal and that was to get to
a healthy weight by 50! As hard as the addictions were
to beat, the smoking and drinking were easiest. As long
as I don’t take that first drink or light that first cigarette,
but it is not the same with food. We must nourish
ourselves several times a day. Food is everywhere and
old habits die hard. After several years of battling my
weight alone, I knew I could not do it by myself and
needed a serious intervention.
I tried many different diet tactics over the years, from
Atkins to Weight Watchers. Turning 50 was just the push
I needed to attempt it again. I decided on gastric bypass
surgery. I went to my first seminar with the intention
of having the lap band procedure, but found that they
are rarely done anymore and that my doctor considered
Roux-En-Y (also known as the full gastric bypass) to be
the “Cadillac” of all the weight loss surgeries. Heck, I’ve
always wanted a Cadillac!
In January 2013, I began yet another weight loss
attempt. It was a six-month-long process of documenting
my medical history, which included several visits with my
primary care physician, dietician, and logging my calorie
intake and exercise. I also had to get approval from a
psychologist, pulmonary specialist and attend support
groups. My surgery finally took place on July 15, 2013.
As I look back now, almost 10 months later, and over a
100 pounds lighter, my transformation is truly amazing.
I still struggle to eat healthy every day and work hard to
try and get in enough exercise. During this process, I was
reminded over and over again, that bariatric surgery was
only one tool to help with weight loss, and it was not a
cure. It is still up to me to determine my final outcome. At
my three month post-op appointment, I recall my dietician
stating that she was concerned about my long term
success because my calorie intake was still too high and
my exercise was too low. So, I decided to surround myself
with like-minded people. That seems to help me the most.
I enjoy walking 5Ks and love cardio drumming.
Last year, I walked my first 5K at the Lakeview Square Mall
in Battle Creek to raise money for S.A.F.E. Place, a great
organization that helps families of domestic violence.
Toward the end, I decided to jog a little and was surprised
to see my friends, Julie Miller and Jennie Mahoney
cheering me on. Julie came back to me, held my hand,
and ran with me to my finish. Talk about inspiring! So
many acts of kindness have encouraged me to continue. I
have participated in several 5Ks since then and even one
10K! I am also happy to report that on May 13, 2014, I
was trained as a fit camp coach at Nutrition Expression in
Coldwater, MI. It is a free exercise program that I feel very
strongly about.
My inspiration has simply been my age. I am determined
not to live the second half of my life, as I did the first. Only
time will tell if I will achieve long term success , however,
I am learning to make healthier choices and understand
that not every day will be perfect. The only downfall I
experience from the surgery, is when I eat too fast, I get
sick. That is another lesson I haven’t mastered yet, to slow
down and realize no one is going to take the food away
from me! So many benefits: my energy levels are much
higher and I am
enjoying life to the
fullest, I no longer
take medications for
high blood pressure,
high cholesterol or
diabetes (I was on
both insulin and
pills). Recently,
my primary
care physician
even reversed
my diagnosis of
diabetes! If I can do
it, you can, too.
NHBP Tribal Member Linda Rice, who
is now over 100 pounds lighter.
A few words from people who Linda has inspired.
My name is Michele Coy and I am an Accounting Clerk
at NHBP. I met Linda Rice my first day of work as a
temp in August 2013. She had just had her surgery,
needed to exercise and chose to walk during her
breaks. One day, I asked Linda if I could join her; I
never dreamed that day would change my life. Linda
has been such an inspiration to me since that day.
Linda inspired me to walk my first 5K in October 2013
and this year, we plan on running our first 5K. Her
enthusiasm and encouragement in finding ways to
exercise during these cold winter months, is amazing!
While it is cold outside, she has encouraged co-workers
to walk the stairs at the Government Center. There
are times when I have not felt like walking during our
breaks, but she is right there to encourage me and I am
there to encourage her when she needs it, too.
While Linda has inspired me in ways that I have never
dreamed, she has inspired others in the community
(and at work) as well. I think the best thing about Linda
is that she is so willing to teach others; as well as share
what she has learned through her inspiring journey. I
have seen co-workers come up to her to compliment
her on her progress and she tells them about the good,
bad and ugly challenges she has faced along the way.
She will encourage them to continue on their current
journey. Linda is always encouraging people with such
positivity, that it only inspires others to continue on
their journey and eventually meet their goals, as well.
Thank you, Linda, for the support in my weight loss
journey. I am honored to have you by my side during
this journey. I cannot wait to see where your journey
ends, but I know that you will be right where you want
to be…a healthier YOU!
-Michele Coy
Thank you, Linda! You inspire me to lose weight and
to eat right. I am happy to report that I do and I am!
I also make the time to exercise thanks to you. You,
Linda, are one awesome woman! Keep up the good
work.
-Jennifer Anewishki
Linda truly leads by example and is a poster child for
any Tribal Member who is facing weight issues. She
has even overcome diabetes. She is now preparing
herself to TEACH exercise to others for the betterment
of the community. All of her new habits are good ones.
Keep up the good work Linda, you are an admirable
lady. Your new smile speaks for itself!
-Paula Stuck
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GRAND RE-OPENING OF
THE KABARET LOUNGE
Article Contributor
Jeff LaFrance, FireKeepers Casino Hotel Vice-President of Marketing
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FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Mich., owned and operated by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the
Potawatomi, is proud to announce the unveiling of the newly redesigned Kabaret bar.
A symbol of the energy and brilliance that goes along with the flame aspect of FireKeepers Casino Hotel, the newly
remodeled Kabaret has been an ongoing project since the beginning of the year. It is the first renovation to occur on
the property since the Hotel and Event Center were added in December 2012. The venue now features a brand new
stage for acoustic acts, an open wall setting, and a newly designed bar that allows for 360º service. The bar will also
feature an ongoing rotation of local craft beer from Michigan breweries.
“Kabaret serves as the first point of contact for our customers, and this newly transformed venue provides a beautiful
welcome for them,” said R. Bruce McKee, CEO of FireKeepers Casino Hotel. “Both the architecture and feel of the bar
emphasize the vibrancy of our facility and culture.”
The opening ceremonies featured the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Tribal Drummers, a speech by CEO
R. Bruce McKee, a cake cutting, live entertainment and a light show celebration.
Kabaret will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., with entertainment scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays 7 to 11
p.m. A calendar of events is available on FireKeepers website at: www.FireKeepersCasinoHotel.com.
Tribal Council Members and R. Bruce McKee cut the ribbon to the brand new Kabaret.
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NATIONAL INDIAN
GAMING ASSOCIATION’S
LEADERSHIP AWARD
Article Contributor
Judi Henckel, Director of Communications & PR
Shirley English, a Gaming Commissioner for The
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi’s Gaming
Commission, was one of two recipients of the National
Indian Gaming Association’s Leadership Award. English
was presented with the award on May 14 at NIGA’s
annual membership meeting in San Diego, CA. NIGA
Chairman Ernest Stevens Jr., who presented the award
as a surprise to English, commended her for serving her
Tribe for many years and working for the advancement
of her fellow Tribal Members.
“This is a great honor for the Tribe and I am humbled
to receive it,” said English, who was born and raised on
NHBP’s Pine Creek Reservation. In addition to a 30-year
career with State Farm, English has served numerous
terms on NHBP’s Tribal Council, beginning in 1974 when
the Tribe started the process to become recognized by
the federal government. In 1995, during her last term,
NHBP received that federal recognition.
NHBP Tribal Member and Gaming Commissioner
Shirley English was surprised with a great honor from the
National Indian Gaming Association.
HIGH SCHOOL &
COLLEGE GRADUATES
We would like to recognize all of our graduates in the July Turtle Press, as well as at the annual NHBP Pow
Wow in June. We also have a gift for you. If you have recently graduated or are graduating this spring, please
contact Tiesha Williams in the Education Department. Please provide your name, the school you have graduated
from and what degree or diploma was obtained.
Call or send info to:
Tiesha Williams (Education Department)
1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way | Fulton | MI | 49052
269.729.5151
[email protected]
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COMMITTEE/BOARD VACANCIES
The following NHBP Committees are seeking Tribal Members to fill the current vacancies:
Planning and Land Use
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One Vacancy
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Open Until Filled
Veterans Committee
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One Vacancy
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Open Until Filled
Election Board
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One Alternate
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Open Until Filled
Journey to Wellness
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One Vacancy
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Open Until Filled
Education Committee
|
Two Vacancies
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Open Until Filled
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Committee/Board Members receive a paid stipend of $75 for meeting attendance and Elders receive mileage
reimbursement in addition to the $75 stipend.
Those interested in becoming a member of these committees/board may send letters of interest to:
NHBP Attn: Tribal Council Coordinator
1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way, Fulton, Michigan 49052
2014 TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
SCHEDULE
June 19 | July 17 | Aug. 21 | Sept. 18 | Oct. 16 | Nov. 13 | Dec. 11
COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULES
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Monday, June 2
Planning & Land Use
Tribal Emergency Preparedness
Housing Committee
Election Board
Cultural Committee
Cemetery & Parks Committee
9 a.m. (Government Center, Room 121)
10 a.m. (Government Center, Room 121)
11:30 a.m. (Government Center, Room 121)
2 p.m. (Government Center, Room 101)
Tuesday, June 3
Education Committee
Time TBD (FireKeepers Casino Hotel)*
Wednesday, June 4
Enrollment Committee
Journey to Wellness Committee
Noon (Government Center, Room 121)
Cancelled for June
Thursday, June 5
Elders Committee
10 a.m. (Battle Creek Country Club)
Tuesday, June 10
Tribal Environment Advisory Committee
Veterans Committee
*Education Committee Members will be notified of meeting time and location.
DATES TO REMEMBER
JUNE 2
BEGINNER LANGUAGE CLASS
NOON
JUNE 3-8
FIREKEEPERS CHAMPIONSHIP
ALL DAY
NOON
JUNE 14-15
UNITY PROJECT
TBA
JUNE 16
NOON
EMPOWERMENT E-BUS (pg. 32)
NOON
JUNE 16-18
TPREP (pg. 17 for details)
10:30 a.m.
JUNE 17
EMPOWER U(pg. 32)
NOON - 1 p.m.
JUNE 19
SHISHIBÉ (Pot Luck Pine Creek)
5 p.m.
JUNE 20 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
JUNE 20
LIGHT UP THE REZ 5K
JUNE 20-22 HONORING OUR YOUTH POW WOW
JUNE 23
BEGINNER LANGUAGE CLASS NOON
JUNE 24
TYP (pg. 17 for details)
1 p.m.
JUNE 26
SHISHIBÉ (311 State St.) 5 p.m.
JUNE 9
JUNE 16
JUNE 29- JULY 3 UNITY ANNUAL CONFERENCE (pg. 17)
JUNE 30
NOON
JULY - AT A GLANCE
JULY 11
POTAWATOMI GOLF SCRAMBLE
JULY 13
MEN'S RETREAT
JULY 18 MICHIGAN INDIAN FAMILY OLYMPICS
JULY 22-24
SUMMER DAY CAMP
HUNTER SAFETY COURSE
Athens High School
300 E. Holcomb St., Athens, MI 49011.
August 9-10
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Contact Officer Ryan Pedley at 269.729.5222, from 6 to 9 p.m. for further information.
Pre-registration is required. It is mandatory that a parent or guardian must accompany a child 10 years of age or younger
and the parent or guardian must be present during registration on August 9.
Please remember to wear clothing that does not restrict movement. Lunch is provided and this course is free!
PLEASE NOTE: THE COURSE WILL BE HELD AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY AND REQUIRES PRE-REGISTRATION.
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Article Contributor
Jason Chivis, FireKeepers Casino Hotel Human Resources Tribal Development Manager
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Let’s congratulate NHBP Member Myra Day-Franklin
who was named 2014 Supervisor of the Quarter!
Hello, my name is Myra Day-Franklin. I am the daughter
of Sarah Day and Michael McLiechey. I came to
FireKeepers Casino Hotel August 25, 2009. I started my
employment at FireKeepers, as an EVS Attendant. I really
liked working with the Team Members and working in
our own Tribal casino. Shortly after becoming an EVS
Attendant, I was promoted to a lead EVS Attendant. I
also participated in the Career Development Programs
Track I and II that helped me learn how to be a great
supervisor. In addition, I earned a hospitality certification
with the American Hotel and Lodging Association. All of
these opportunities were created by FireKeepers Casino
Hotel. About a year after being promoted to the Lead
EVS Attendant, I received an opportunity to apply for an EVS Supervisor. I did receive the position and was extremely
happy to take on the new role of being a supervisor.
Even though I worked very hard to get to the supervisor position, I knew that being a supervisor would require a special
skill set. Therefore, I took advantage of another opportunity to take the Dale Carnegie training as part of the Succession
Program. It was during this program that I feel I reached my greatest potential. I learned tactics to be a better manager
of people and gained great public speaking confidence. This was truly a great training opportunity at that senior level of
management!
My most recent accomplishment was being selected as FireKeepers’ Supervisor of the Quarter. This was truly a great
experience for me to receive this recognition! I really would like to thank the Tribal Development Manager Jason Chivis
for creating these programs for our NHBP Members to grow and learn. Without these programs, I feel as if it would have
been difficult to advance my career as rapidly as I have. I would also like to thank Tribal Council for their support and
approval of these programs. I think our opportunity to learn and grow is tremendous at FireKeepers Casino Hotel.
Migwéch!
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HOUSING DEPARTMENT
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS &
SERVICE NOTICE
Article Contributor
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Benjamin Tenney, Housing Director
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds accessible to the Nottawaseppi Huron Band
of the Potawatomi Indians in the creation and operation of Housing Department housing-related and/or
emergency assistance programming are made available by the Native American Housing Assistance and
Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA, 1996), Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG). The IHBG is a regularly renewable formula grant which requires participating Tribes to submit an annual Indian Housing Plan which
broadly outlines the programmatic and fiscal objectives associated with a particular Tribe’s estimated IHBG
allocation per fiscal year.
On October 1, 2013, the NHBP Housing Department submitted its Fiscal Year 2014 Indian Housing Plan
reflecting an original estimated allocation of $526,765. Subsequent challenges of original estimations by
other Tribal entities have resulted in a reduced final FY2014 IHBG allocation in the amount of $523,957.
As such, the IHBG Eligible Activities Budget as submitted in the original FY2014 Indian Housing Plan has
been revised by the NHBP Housing Department and affirmed by the NHBP Tribal Council (see Table I.
‘FY2014 IHBG Estimated & Final Budget Areas’). While specific anticipated IHBG-derived expenditures have
been adjusted according to the reduced allocation, the program activities as detailed in the original Indian
Housing Plan remain intact; no formal amendment of said plan is necessary.
Eligible Activity ('Areas') Estimated IHBG Budget
Final IHBG Budget
Indian Housing Assistance
Development
Housing Services
Housing Mgmt. Services
Crime Prevention/Safety
Models Activities
Administration/Planning
TOTAL
$ -266,355
150,000
---107,602
523,957
$ -269,265
150,000
---112,500
526,765
Please contact Housing Department administrative staff at 269.729.5151 or 866.499.5151 for additional information or to acquire application materials.
THE DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
HELPS ANOTHER TRIBAL MEMBER'S DREAM OF
OWNING A HOME BECOME REALITY!
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Heather and Devyn TePastte pose in front of their new home in Spring Lake.
Their home was completed in October and they moved in shortly after.
Their home was purchased with the help of the down payment assistance
program through the Housing Department!
Congratulations Heather and Devyn!
PINE CREEK BIKE LOAN PROGRAM!
The bikes are tuned up and ready for action!
Call the Pine Creek Health Department to schedule your bike orientation,
learn about the bike loan program, and start riding today!
Emily Henning
269.729.4422
Pine Creek Reservation Health Department
1474 Mno-Bmadzewen Way, Fulton, MI 49052
THE NHBP TRIBAL COMMUNITY
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
Article Contributor
Mike Struwin, Community Health Representitive
The NHBP Tribal CERT program that ran March 29, April 5 and April 12, was a great success, with 14
Tribal Members and two employees attending the 20-hour program.
Participants worked in teams to learn first aid skills, fire suppression skills, light search and rescue skills,
triage skills, and most importantly they learned TO TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES
FIRST. They also learned to work with partners for safety, and on the last day they put all of their training together to go through a mock disaster. They all did a great job and will be a great help if something
should happen here on our Tribal land.
Two CERT participants carry out a (pretend) injured child.
Team CERT
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2014
NHBP
Summer
Day
Camp
JULY 22–24, 2014
2014 NHBP Youth Summer Camp
“Living in Two Worlds”
Join us for this FREE camp as we learn
how to balance living in both the modern
and traditional world. We will be learning
traditional teachings, crafting and meeting
other youth just like you!
Registration is limited to the first 40 enrolled
NHBP youth, ages 10-14. No overnight camp.
Registration is due by Friday, July 13.
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For questions or to register, contact:
Rebecca Williams at 616.514.3666
[email protected]
or
Nickole Keith at 269.729.5151
[email protected]
UNITED TRIBES OF MICHIGAN
PRESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH
FUNDING
Article Contributor
Judi Henckel, Director of Communications and PR
United Tribes of Michigan convened May 13 at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mt. Pleasant to
discuss issues common to the 12 federally-recognized Tribes in the state.
One of the most pressing issues discussed was the need for an improved method to streamline funding for
substance abuse and mental health services. The current method requires Tribes to apply for federal grants
for much of the available funding to provide behavioral and mental health services, but Tribes are lobbying
for a method that allows for a continual stream of funding similar to that of state agencies.
Tribal leaders also unanimously approved support of a letter opposing the use of the term ‘Redskins’ as
the mascot name for the Washington, D.C. NFL football team, pointing out that every major English
dictionary describes the term as ‘derogatory.’
"Tribal leaders continue to strive for excellence in quality of life and general welfare issues and collaborate on matters of civil rights, family preservation and protection from human trafficking predators," said
Homer A. Mandoka, Tribal Council Chair for the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.
Following his report on his department’s activities related to Indian issues, Matt Wesaw, Director of the
Michigan Department of Civil Rights, shared a message from Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources
highlighting the DNR’s effort to recruit Native Americans for positions across the department. A list of
positions open in the DNR and other state agencies is available at www.mitalent.org.
Employee
of the
Month!
Crystol Chanthachak was
named the Employee of the
Month for May. If you see
her, please congratulate her
on this accomplishment.
Promotions!
If you happen to see any of these NHBP employees, please offer them congratulations
on their promotions. Greg DeGraff, IT Manager, Chris Allen, Police Sergeant and
Carnell Smith, Health IT Specialist. Congratulations!
Greg DeGraff
Sgt. Chris Allen
Carnell Smith
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TRIBAL YOUTH PROGRAM
Article Contributors
Rebecca Williams, Northern Youth Specialist & Nickole Keith, Southern Youth Specialist
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Southern Tribal Youth would like to thank Linda Rice for
introducing them to cardio drumming this month. We hope
to continue these sessions throughout the year.
Linda Rice teaches the youth about cardio drumming.
Tutoring is still being held in the Government Center on
Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The TYP and the Education
Committee would like to thank Pastor John and Charlene
McConihay for volunteering their time for such a worthy
cause.
Josev Keith takes advantage of the tutoring
Pastor John McConihay has offered to the TYP.
NORTHERN Wéchksenyak Grand Rapids - TYP
Unless otherwise noted, will be held at NHBP 311 State St., Grand Rapids, MI 49503 at 5 p.m.
Northern Youth Specialist: Rebecca Williams, [email protected],
616.249.8022 ext.3666
June 4 | June 5 | June 11 | June 12
GRAND HAVEN - TYP
TYP kids put cardio drumming to to the test.
HIGH SCHOOL &
COLLEGE GRADUATES
We would like to recognize all of our graduates in the July Turtle
Press, as well as at the NHBP Pow Wow in June. We also have a gift
for you.
If you have recently graduated or are graduating this spring, please
contact Tiesha Williams in the Education Department. Please
provide your name, the school you have graduated from and what
degree or diploma was obtained.
Call or send info to:
Tiesha Williams (Education Department)
1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way | Fulton | MI | 49052
269.729.5151
[email protected]
Unless otherwise noted, will be held at Grand Haven Community
Center, Grand Haven Youth Specialist : Rebecca Williams, rwilliams@
nhbpi.com, 616.249.8022 ext.3666
June 24 | June 25
TYP activity at Grand Rapids
Time - TBA
SOUTHERN Wéchgshatek Pine Creek- TYP
Unless otherwise noted, Pine Creek TYP will be held at NHBP Pine Creek Community Center, Southern Youth Specialist : Nickole
Keith,[email protected], 269.729.5151 ext. 8353
June 14-15 | UNITY Project | Pine Creek Pow Wow Grounds
June 16-18 | TPREP | Pine Creek Community Center
June 20 | 3-ON-3 | Pine Creek Reservation
June 21-22 | Pow Wow | Pine Creek Reservation
June 24 | TYP
June 29 - July 3 | UNITY Conference | Portland, Oregon
ELDERS CORNER
Article Contributor
Leo Pontiac, Elders Specialist
These Elders amaze me! When they are not quilting, sewing or making crafts, they are on stage giving stellar performances!
In April, the NHBP Elders attended the Michigan Indian Elders Association Conference hosted by the Little Traverse Bay Band
of Odawa Indians in scenic Petoskey, MI.
The highlight of the Conference was a performance by NHBP Elders during the “Our Tribe got Talent” show. The Elders
performed the song “Proud Mary” by Tina Turner. Gwynn Nugent electrified the stage as Tina; Paula Keith, Karen Bush and
Roberta Brauillet performed as Tina’s back up dancers. Rounding out the group was George Rodgers who performed as Ike
Turner. The Elders overcame a small case of stage fright to take the stage. The audience loved the performance and the Elders
did a wonderful job! Congratulations Ike, Tina and crew.
George Rodgers, Gwynn Nugent, Paula Keith, Karen Bush and
Roberta Brauillet rehearse for the performance.
Beverly Ashley, Roberta Brauillet and Val Janowski work
on quilt squares.
Gywnn Nugent channels Tina Turner.
Some of the squares the Elders have made for the quilt.
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NHBP PRESENTS “HONOR
OUR YOUTH” POW WOW
JUNE 20, 21, & 22!
Article Contributor
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Culture Committee and Membership Services
Bozho! Just a reminder that the NHBP Culture Committee
will be hosting the Annual Pow Wow on June 20, 21 &
22 at the Pine Creek Reservation. As always the Pow
Wow is open to the public with no admission charge! On
Friday we begin with the 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
with a 9 a.m. check in and a start time of 10 a.m. On
Friday evening, there will be a 1K Turtle Trot at 8 p.m.
& a 5K Glow Run at 9 p.m. for all ages. Please check
www.nhbpi.com for registration forms and details. If you
are interested in camping for the weekend, please contact
NHBP Housing Director Ben Tenney at 269.704.8363
who will provide you with camping locations & RV
parking details. Pow Wow Trader registration forms have
been made available at the Government Center and
the NHBP Tribal website (www.nhbpi.com). If you are
interested in being a Trader, please be sure to get your
registration forms in ASAP, as the spots fill up quickly.
Those who are interested in being a Trader or may know
of someone who is interested, please contact NHBP Tribal
Council Administrative Assistant Robyn Burlingham at
269.704.8373 for Trader registration forms.
The Sunrise Ceremony will be on Saturday & Sunday at
7 a.m. and will be conducted by NHBP Tribal Member
Dale Anderson. Coffee, fruit & donuts will be made
available inside of the Community Center at 7:30 a.m. for
the early birds.
On Saturday, the Pine Creek Parade of Cheers will begin
at 10 a.m. Those who are interested in being a part of the
parade should contact NHBP Tribal Police Administrative
Assistant Kim Christy at 269.704.8386 for parade details
and information.
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The Pow Wow will be open to the public at 10 a.m. with
Grand Entries starting on Saturday at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
and Community Quiet time is at 10 p.m. This year, basket
making will be offered at 9 a.m. on Sunday, with Grand
Entry starting at noon. The 2014 Pow Wow will conclude
with a giveaway and the FireKeepers Casino Hotel Gift
Package Giveaway at 4:15 p.m. As always, the schedule
may be subject to change.
The CHPO would also like to provide you with the
following descriptions, etiquette and reminders for our
upcoming Pow Wow.
The Dances:
Men’s Traditional Dance – This is the oldest form
of dance throughout Indian Country. Men's Traditional
dancers will wear a single bustle containing Eagle
Feathers, which are considered sacred to Indian people.
While dancing it is said that their movements represent
hunting and battling an enemy. Several items that are
worn represent their own personal story and Tribe. They
also will wear items that reflect what was worn by our
early warriors such as: a breast plate made of animal
bones or shell for protection against arrows; a neck
choker for protection against knives; ankle bells or deer
hooves; and a shield made of hide and decorated with
Clan and Tribal symbols.
Women’s Traditional Dance – This dance requires
grace, stamina and concentration. Women move their feet
in time with the drum, keeping them close to the ground,
while the dance is very focused. The Women’s traditional
regalia will usually include a fringed shawl, which is
folded over one arm and represents the nurturing that
the Mothers provide for their families. They will also carry
an awl, knife case on the belt and carry an eagle feather
fan in their other hand. Their regalia will feature beautiful
beadwork which is usually created by the woman dancer,
with colors and designs that reflect their Nation and
Clan affiliation. Most of the patterns you will see around
the Midwestern states are those from floral designs and
woodland colors.
Women’s Jingle Dress – This dance comes from the
Northern Minnesota area and was introduced to the other
Indian communities by the Ojibwe people. The story about
the jingle dress says a medicine man’s granddaughter
was very ill. He had a dream in which a spirit wearing
the dress came to him and told him to make one of these
dresses and to put it on his granddaughter to cure her.
When he awoke, he and his wife proceeded to assemble
the dress as described by the spirit in his dream. When
the dress was finished, they brought his granddaughter
to the dance, and she put the dress on. During the first
circle around the room, she needed to be carried. As she
began to complete the second circle around the room,
she could barely walk, and several women had to assist
her while she began to walk slowly. During the third
circle, she could walk without any assistance and during
the fourth circle around the room, she danced. The dress
today is known as a healing dress and is made of cloth
with jingles attached to it which are made from snuff lids.
Most dresses have 365 cones on them, which represents
the yearly cycle, and while making a dress one is to say
a prayer for each cone, while adding one cone to the
dress for each day of the year. In Michigan, the dress
was introduced into the Pow Wow setting in the 1980s.
Prior to then, the dress was only worn and used in Lodge
healing ceremonies.
Men's Grass Dance – This dance comes from the
Omaha people and is said to signify the movements of tall
grass. While looking for a site, the dancers would dance in
a special way to flatten high grass and make it acceptable
for a gathering site. This dance is often said to reflect the
need for balance in life; meaning each movement that is
danced on, one side must be repeated by the other side.
The Men's Grass Dancers will wear regalia made of long
strands of yarn, ribbon or fabric attached to a base outfit
to represent grass. Just like other dances, the dancers
keep in time with the drum and must move with the beats
of the drum, ending with both feet on the ground on the
final beat.
Women's Fancy Shawl Dance – This dance is one
of the more modern dances known today. Some say the
dance was originally called the blanket dance and women
danced with a blanket or shawl covering their heads. The
dance was called the graceful shawl dance in the 60s and
the dance steps were closer to the ground and smaller
than what is performed today. Some also say the dance
represents a story about a butterfly that lost its mate and
went into mourning, but had returned after mourning
for its mate as a beautiful vibrant butterfly. The dance
is a very athletic and strenuous dance, involving kicks
and twirls and fast movement. The women dance with
beautifully decorated shawls with long ribbon or fabric
fringe. They also wear beautifully beaded moccasins
with leggings to match. The detail in their beadwork is
amazing and represents their Tribal affiliation, Clan and
family.
Men's Fancy Dance – This dance is one of the most
strenuous and athletic dances. To be good at this dance,
one must have a lot of energy and plenty of stamina.
The dancers will wear two bustles with bright colored
feathers, horse hair hackle and bright arm and head bands
using the same colors. The dance was an old war dance,
and tells stories about the war times and battles. The
dancers also wear a roach trimmed in colored horsehair
and featuring two eagle feathers. The roach is designed
to keep the feathers rocking back and forth. The dancers
will keep moving so that the two feathers move constantly
throughout the song. The dancers also carry coup sticks
which are highly decorated with ribbons and feathers. The
coup stick was originally a small stick carried into battle
by a warrior.
Pow Wow etiquette and reminders:
•
What the dancers are wearing is called “regalia”
and not a costume. We hand-make everything that we
dance in, and do not consider it to be a costume. A
costume would be similar to what one would buy during
the Halloween season.
•
Please be respectful of the Pow Wow grounds
and the dance arena. If you see trash, pick it up and
throw it away. Absolutely no alcohol or drugs are allowed
throughout the entire Pow Wow grounds.
•
No Dogs Allowed – If you bring your animals,
please keep them on a leash and away from the dance
arena. (It is not that we do not like dogs, but there are
several stories about the dog being in the arena and the
Creator will consider the dog as an offering, because the
dogs are so pure.)
•
Listen to the MC – the MC will inform you about
what is going on. The MC will also let you know when
it is appropriate to take pictures. If you are interested in
taking a photo of a dancer, please ask permission first.
We do not take pictures of everything that we do, because
we believe our ways to be sacred and would like to keep
them sacred.
•
Please be considerate of others while sitting in
the bleachers. If you see a blanket on a bleacher, please
leave it there, as a dancer and their family have reserved
a seat for themselves using the blanket. The first rows of
bleachers are reserved for dancers and Elders.
•
There are many times when we will invite the
public to come and dance with us, especially during
Inter-Tribal songs. Come and dance, but be sure to wear
appropriate clothing and be respectful while dancing.
Do not come into the arena barefoot. One should have
moccasins or shoes on.
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PENOJE’K MAWJESHNOWEN
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Beth Moody, RN, MSN,CNM and Mon-ee Zapata, Cultural Associate
The 4th Annual Penoje’k Mawjeshnowen (Baby
Celebration) was held on April 19, 2014 at the Pine
Creek Reservation Community Center. It was a beautiful
spring day with nine new babies acknowledged by NHBP
Tribal Chairman Homer A. Mandoka and over 85 NHBP
community members and employees in attendance.
Bkede’ O Mshike’ Catering Services provided a wonderful
luncheon with funds provided by the NHBP Housing
Department.
Chairman Mandoka gave an eloquent presentation on the
Seven Grandfather Teachings in Parenting and raising the
next generations.
A great time with activities and a healthy meal was had by
all who attended!
The afternoon began with an opening prayer by Vonda
Harris, NHBP Tribal Elder and the “Nibiwen” (Water
Ceremony). Pokagon Potawatomi Tribal Member Bob
Moody provided a beautiful Honor Song for the new little
ones and a Traveling Song on the hand drum.“Migwéch”
to Bob for bringing his Drum and offering songs for our
new penojések (babies) and community.
The Cultural and History Preservation Office (CHPO)
offered guest speaker Elizabeth Ballew, NHBP Cultural
Specialist, who spoke about the importance of Spirit
names and why we continue to carry on the tradition
of naming our children. “Kche Migwéch” – (Big/Grand
Thanks) to the NHBP Environmental Department for
providing the Three Sisters Seeds that were bundled
together and used as part of the table centerpieces for
giveaway gifts!
The babies received and were wrapped in a beautiful
hand quilted and appliqued bundle/story blanket made
by the Northern Office Elders and Val Janowski. They also
received burp cloths, silkie tag cloths and a new scarf
made by the Southern Elders, a new diaper bag with
essentials, a baby calendar with language, beginning
language book (provided by the Cultural Department),
emergency “blow-out” supply kits and baby bottle/sippy
cup bungees. All of the penojék were wrapped in their
blankets by Mon-ee Zapata, NHBP Cultural Associate, with
assistance provided by Chairman Mandoka.
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Along with these supplies, the NHBP Environmental
Department provided each family with a “green-clean”
bucket which included products, recipes and radon
information. The Health Department provided dental
supplies/education, nutritional supplies to make baby food
with recipes; and the Behavioral Health staff provided
crafts and relaxation techniques. The Language/Cultural
Department provided bead crafting and supplies, language
books and cultural teachings. Giveaways included
traditional seeds provided by the NHBP Environmental
Department. The NHBP LAUNCH team presented parents
with a turtle book for enrollment into their program.
Migwéch to the Communications Department for
providing us with photos from the event.
Kche Migwéch to all that came out to celebrate. It is your
attendance and support that makes these events GREAT!!!
Raffle prizes were as follows:
Grand Prize - Large Play Wagon
First Prize - Turtle Pendleton Blanket
Second Prize -Baby Pendleton Blanket
Third Prize - Baby Pendleton Blanket
Fourth Prize – Artwork from NHBP Member Craig Chivis
NHBP Member McKenna Burlingham – made yellow
handmade duct tape rose pens for the event.
We look forward to next year's celebration!
Tribal Chairman Homer A. Mandoka gives a presentation about
the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
Aurora Marie with her mother, Sierra Simmons, after being
wrapped in a blanket by Cultural Associate Mon-ee Zapata and
Chairman Mandoka.
TPREP Grant
(TRIBAL PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND EDUCATION PROGRAM)
JUNE 16–18, 2014
Pine Creek Community Center
10 a.m. to noon
(Youth 11-16 years old)
Curriculum emphasis on prevention of teen pregnancy and
STDs/STIs Implement three adulthood preparation topics:
Healthy relationships • Parent-child communication
Education and career goals/success
Cultural components have been added to focus on the
Medicine Wheel and the Seven Grandfather Teachings as
a framework to the curriculum. Curriculum will be covered
in the morning and then a fun activity will be available in
the afternoon. Transportation will be provided as needed.
If you need transportation or have questions contact any
of the following people.
Rebecca Williams - 616.249.8022
Nickole Keith - 269.704.8354
Beth Moody - 269.729. 4422 or [email protected]
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TRIBAL COURT
PEACEKEEPING PROGRAM
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Article Contributor
Melissa L. Pope, Chief Judge, Tribal Court
Bozho! In a previous Tribal Court article for the Turtle Press, I shared a little about the process that the NHBP Tribal Court is
engaging in to create a Peacekeeping Program here that reflects the unique history, values and traditions of this Nation. I am
very excited to announce that we have taken a big step on the path to realizing that goal with Fred Jacko, Sr. beginning to
serve as the Peacekeeping Program Coordinator on May 5.
The following is a letter from Fred Jacko Sr.:
Fred Jacko Sr. - Tribal Court Peacekeeping Program Coordinator
I am Fred Jacko Sr. and am honored to serve the NHBP as the new Tribal
Court’s Peacekeeping Program Coordinator.
I am a proud Navy veteran who served in the Vietnam War and a Grand
Traverse Band Tribal citizen of the Bear Clan. My wife Sandy and I have
recently relocated to the area from Peshawbestown, Michigan where I
retired from my work with the Grand Traverse Band. We have four children;
Kimberly, Michelle, Sarah, and Fred Jr. Kimberly and Sarah work for GTB,
Michelle is a school teacher in North Carolina, and Fred Jr. serves as the
NHBP’s Acting Tribal Court Administrator and Probation Officer.
As the Peacekeeping Program Coordinator, it is my honor to work with
the NHBP People to create a Peacemaking program to function within the
NHBP Justice System. This critical mission cannot succeed without the input
and support of this Nation and it is of vital importance that all voices are
heard in the process.
Please contact me at 269.704.8396 or [email protected] with any
questions about the program or to express an interest in providing input to
the project.
In closing, my goal in this endeavor is to assist in any way I can to help the
NHBP create this program and to see it succeed to assist this Nation for
generations to come.
Fred has a wealth of experience and knowledge that will move the Peacekeeping Program forward from a goal to a reality.
However, reclaiming the traditional methods this Nation has used to resolve conflict and come to a place of healing can only
be done with the involvement of the citizens of this Nation. I hope that you will be involved with the avenues Fred creates to
build the NHBP Peacekeeping Program at NHBP. I also hope you all will join me in welcoming him to NHBP!
Tribal Court Peacekeeping Program Coordinator Fred Jacko Sr.
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NOTTAWASEPPI HURON BAND OF THE POTAWATOMI
ANNUAL POW WOW
JUNE 20, 21 & 22, 2014
Pine Creek Reservation • 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way • Fulton, MI 49052
F RIDAY, JUN E 2 0 , 2 0 1 4
3-on-3 Tournament 10 a.m.
Light up the Rez 5k and 1 Mile Walk 8 p.m.
SATUR DAY, JUN E 2 1 , 2 0 1 4
Grand Entry 1 p.m.
Grand Entry 6 p.m., Hand Drum & Two Step
SUNDAY, J UN E 2 2 , 2 0 1 4
Grand Entry Noon, Team Dance & Potato
Visit www.nhbpi.com for complete schedule of events.
Native American Food, Culture, Dancing & Singing • Hand Made Native American Arts & Crafts
5K Run & 1K Walk • 3-on-3 Tournament • Parade
Free Admission • Public Welcome
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HONORING OUR YOUTH
For general and trader information, please call Robyn Burlingham: 269.704.8373
All registered dancers & drummers will be paid. Camping/showers available for participants only! NHBP will not be
responsible for accidents, damages, lost or stolen property. No pets, alcohol, or drugs allowed.
JOIN US FOR THE 1ST
ANNUAL
FIREKEEPERS
CHAMPIONSHIP
Tuesday, June 3
Kids' clinic at Battle Creek Country Club at 1 p.m.
Meet the Players Party at FireKeepers Casino Hotel at 6 p.m.
6:15 p.m. Drum presentation to start
"Outside the Ropes" Community Engagement
Tournament players register 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Battle Creek Country Club
Practice for players 10 a.m. to dark
Wednesday, June 4
AM practice for tournament players until 10 a.m.
Pro-Am Play and Dinner at Battle Creek Country Club. Registration 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shotgun 1 p.m.
Fun Health Walk at Battle Creek Country Club at 6 p.m.
Thursday, June 5
AM practice for tournament players until 10 a.m.
Pro-Am Play and Dinner at Battle Creek Country Club. Registration 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shotgun 1 p.m.
Friday, June 6
First Round of Tournament Play at Battle Creek Country Club.
Saturday, June 7
Second Round of Tournament Play at Battle Creek Country Club
Sunday, June 8
Final Round of Tournament Play at Battle Creek Country Club
Anticipate 4 to 6 p.m. finish
$45 for a three day ticket/$20 for a one day ticket. Tickets can be purchased at the gate.
All proceeds go to S.A.F.E. Place.
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Ben Sundance Wilkins
{June 21}
Happy 21st Birthday to my
brother, Ben!!! I am very proud
of you! You have accomplished
being drug, alcohol and
tobacco FREE! You are a
positive role model for our
youth. Love, Your Big Sister
Deja Mandoka
{June 03}
Happy Birthday Deja "Boo!"
Have a fun day!
Love Always, Mom, Sisters
Brother, Grandma & your
daughter, Brooklyn & Family
Journi Wilson
{June 22}
Happy 14th Birthday to Journi
"Burns" Wilson aka Twizzle,
J.B.
Love, Your Family
Dyami Harris
{June 27}
Happy Birthday, "Cubby!"
We love you!
Love, Your Family
Myra Day-Franklin
{June 26}
Happy Birthday "Gannie Day"
Love, Your Family!
Kayla Chingman
{June 22}
Happy 14th Birthday Kayla!
Have a great day! We Love you.
Love Big Bear, Nana, Dad,
Trisha and Family.
Amdajiwotgajawecetwat
happy belated birthday
Jordan Inman
{June 20}
Happy Birthday! Hope
you have a good one!
Love Gams!
Christopher Inman
Elijha Chingman
{April 5}
Happy belated Birthday, Elijha!
Love Big Bear, Nana and Family
Adam Chingman
{May 1}
Happy belated Birthday Adam
(Pa) Chingman! We love you!
Love, Mom and Dad
happy belated
anniversary
{June 25}
Happy Birthday to you!
Hope you have a nice day!
Love Grams!
Lucas Thompson
{June 26}
Happy Birthday Luke! Hope
you have a nice birthday!
Love Grams!
Joey Lee Harris
{May 14}
Hope you had a nice day.
Sorry were late, but we send
our love and best to you.
Your Aunties
Brian and Megan
Wysocki
Adam and Maria Chingman
{May 5}
Happy belated anniversary you
two! Love you lots.
Your Family (Chingman's)
Kiara Dougherty
{April 28}
Mno Dbishkaan~ Kiara you
have grown into a beautiful
young lady and we are very
proud of you! Love you from
your Father Curtis Dougherty
Sr. & The Dougherty Family
{May 20}
Sorry this is late but my love to
you two and I hope you had a
wonderful anniversary.
Love you, Grams!
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Thank you
Congratulations
THANK YOU from Cheryl Williams
{March 30}
Cruz and Trisha would like to proudly announce the
birth of their son Carter James Chingman. Welcome to
the world little man!
Sending out a big migwéch to everyone who sent
me flowers-plants-cards-phone calls-prayers and all
the encouragement and all who visited me during my
hospitalization and coming home. This has meant so much
to me. I feel so blessed-God bless all of you! I am doing
real good. Migwéch!
Congratulations
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Santino Medina II
Congratulations Santino on graduating
class of 2014. You are becoming the man
that we all knew you would become, you
continuously make us proud of you. We love
you so much!
Love, Mom & Dad
happy belated anniversary
Cheryl and Charlie Williams
{May 17}
Happy belated 10-year??? anniversary to my favorite
couple! Sorry I am late (will do something later) but Love
you anyway. Gwenny-your favorite.
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Carter James Chingman
Brandon Tyler Day, grandson of Cecil Day and
eldest son of Tribal Council Member Tony Day
of Athens, MI and mother Kellye Stanley of
Sale Creek, Tennessee.
Graduated from the University of Tennessee at
Chattanooga on May 3, 2014 with a Bachelor of Science
degree in Civil Engineering. While at UTC was on the
Deans List two of the four semesters and graduated
with an overall GPA of 3.0. Member of American Society
of Civil Engineers and participated in a conference in
Miami, Florida in events competing against engineering
students from many of the top colleges across the United
States. Also participated in an event in downtown
Chattanooga called Parking Day which used the
concepts of engineering and design to create a park
with a waterfall producing hydro power to generate
electricity. Prior to transferring to the University of
Tennessee at
Chattanooga
received an
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Certificate and
an Associates
of Applied
Science degree
in Engineering
from Chattanooga
State Technical
Community
College. Has
served internships
with The Hutton
Company, a
leading real estate
development
company with
offices across the United States, gaining experience
in building layout and design and also with TeleCad
Wireless.
We are very proud of you!
Dad, Mom, Brothers and all the Day family!
LUNCH AND LEARN
WEDNESDAYS • NOON • PINE CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER • 2221 1½ MILE RD.,
FULTON, MI 49052
June 4 {Fatherhood} Martin Robinson and Love Kiracofe
In honor of Father’s Day, join our Project Launch team to learn about the important role of fathers and
grandfathers in the lives of children.
June 11 {Water Bugs} Eric Kerney
Join Eric Kerney, Water Resources Specialist, to learn about water bugs on the Reservation. Take a walk
downstream to see them in action!
June 18 {Disability Network} Michelle McGowen
Join Michelle McGowen from the Disability Network to learn about proactive living with disabilities and societal
perspective.
June 25 {Cancelled}
FRIDAYS • NOON • NORTHERN HEALTH CENTER • 311 STATE STREET, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
The NHBP Health Department has expanded the Lunch & Learn Program to Grand Rapids!
Lunch & Learn is free to Tribal Elders and spouses 50 years and older and offered at a
reduced rate for all NHBP Community Members and Employees. Join us for a healthy meal
and a presentation beginning at noon every Friday at the new NHBP Northern Health Center.
Walking and exercise group meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Please contact Lysandra with
any questions: 888.662.2808. Transportation from Grand Haven is available; bus leaves
D&W at 9:20 a.m.
June 6 {Food Sovereignty} Ray Bush
Join Ray Bush to learn about the importance of food sovereignty and agricultural initiatives at NHBP.
June 13 {Fatherhood} Martin Robinson and Love Kiracofe
In honor of Father’s Day, join our Project Launch team to learn about the important role of fathers and grandfathers in the lives of children.
June 20 {Cancelled- Pow Wow Weekend!} Have fun at the NHBP Pow Wow! We will see you next week.
June 27 {Cataract Awareness} Meijer Vision
Join staff from Meijer Vision to learn about cataracts, prevention, treatment, and protecting your eyes from the summer sun.
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FROM THE ENROLLMENT
DEPARTMENT
Information contributed by
Sandy Blair, Enrollment Specialist
Enrollment for the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi is currently closed to new Members. Pending applications
will not be approved for Membership until enrollment is open and at this time we are not accepting new applications.
Reminder: If you have recently moved, please contact the Enrollment Office to make sure we have your current address.
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High School Diploma or GED:
If you have recently graduated from high school or received your GED from a certified test site, please send a copy of the
document to the Enrollment Department. This information is used for per capita distributions.
Bereavement Benefits:
The Bereavement Benefit Program was adopted in January 2012. The Bereavement Benefit consists of $10,000 to pay
funeral costs for enrolled NHBP Tribal Members. If you have not completed a Bereavement Beneficiary Form or have
questions, please contact the Enrollment Office. This form designates the beneficiary for your bereavement benefits.
Telephone Numbers:
If you have recently changed your phone number(s), please contact the Enrollment Office with your updated information.
Missing Information:
The Enrollment Office does not have current information (i.e. name/address) for the Tribal Members listed below. Tribal
departments utilize the records in the Enrollment Office to determine eligibility for services and benefits available from
the Tribe. Important notices (i.e. election notices) are sent to the address currently on file with the Enrollment Office. The
Tribal Members on this list may be denied services or benefits if updated address, name, and other information is not on
file with the Enrollment Office.
Day, Amber N
Feaster, Brenda M
Norman, Adyn A
Osborn, Robert G
Sulainis, Mark A
TenBrink, Paul A
Enrollment Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST
o: 269.729.5151 | tf: 866.499.5151 | f: 269.729.4909 | [email protected]
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UPCOMING EVENTS
MIFO {Michigan Indian Family Olympics}
July 18
Mt. Pleasant, MI {Central Michigan University}
Look for more information in the July Turtle Press
Registration opens July 1
ANNUAL POTAWATOMI GATHERING
August 4-10
Hosted by the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Tribe {Gun Lake}
Camp Jijak, 2558 20th Street Hopkins, MI 49328
Watch for more details in the July Turtle Press
NHBP ANNUAL FAMILY RETREAT
August 22,23 & 24
Sherman Lake YMCA Camp
Look for more information in the July Turtle Press
Registration opens August 1
UNDELIVERABLE PER CAPITA
PAYMENTS
Information contributed by
Stphen W.Blann, CPA, CGFM, Chief Financial Officer
In accordance with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi’s Revenue Allocation Plan, per capita payments will
be held for 12 months from the date of distribution, if a current address is not on file. The Tribal Members listed below
must contact the Enrollment Office to update their address. If the Member fails to contact the Enrollment Office by the
expiration period, the funds shall be forfeited and reverted to the per capita payment account.
Robert Osborn
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UPDATE FROM THE LEGAL
DEPARTMENT
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED AS A REMINDER TO TRIBAL MEMBERS OF THE TERMS OF
THE TRIBAL-STATE TAX AGREEMENT AND LIMITATIONS ON SOME TAX EXEMPTIONS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THE
AGREEMENT. IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW, HAS QUESTIONS ABOUT ELIGIBILITY FOR TAX EXEMPTIONS OR
WHAT EXEMPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT THE NHBP LEGAL DEPARTMENT.
Am I a Resident Tribal Member?
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A “Resident Tribal Member” as defined in the Tax Agreement is a Tribal Member whose principal place of residence is located within his or her Tribe’s Agreement Area.
The Tax Agreement the Tribe negotiated with the State of Michigan designated sections of Calhoun County and Branch
County as the “Tax Agreement Area”. Tribal Members whose principal place of residence is located within the “Tax
Agreement Area” are eligible for certain tax exemptions that would typically only apply to Tribal Members who live on
Reservation or “trust” lands. These Tribal Members are referred to as “Resident Tribal Members”. In order to qualify
for Resident Tribal Member exemptions you must be on the official list of “Resident Tribal Members”. This means you
must have a current address on file with the Tribe’s Enrollment Office that is within the Tax Agreement Area. The list of
Resident Tribal Members on file with the Michigan Department of Treasury is updated by the Tribe every month. Please
try to keep the Enrollment Department informed of any change in your address. That contact information is: Sandy Blair,
Enrollment Specialist, phone: 269.729.5151 or 1.866.499.5151 or email: [email protected].
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If you live in, or recently moved to, Calhoun or Branch County, and: (1) Do not know if your home is located
in the “Tax Agreement Area”; or (2) Do not know if you are on the list of “Resident Tribal Members”, please contact
either Bill Brooks or Rebecca Griffin at the Tribal Government Center: 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way, Fulton, MI 49052;
269.729.5151; or email: [email protected] or [email protected]. If you can provide the survey section of your
property/street address, we can make the determination.
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If you are moving and want to confirm that your new resident address qualifies for the “Tax Agreement Area”,
please contact either Bill Brooks or Rebecca Griffin. A map of the tax agreement area is available online at: www.nhbpi.
com in the pull down menu under “For Our Support” in the “Legal” section (bottom of page).
Tax Benefits for Resident Tribal Members
The following is a list of some of the tax benefits that are available to Tribal Members who live in the Tax Agreement
Area:
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Exempt from Michigan Income Tax for wages/salaries/per capita payments/dividends:
Can apply for a refund of MI Income Tax withheld when you file your State Income Tax Return.
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Exempt from Michigan Sales/Use Tax on your home utility bills
(i.e. gas, electric, cable, propane):
If Michigan Sales/Use taxes are showing up on your utility bills, please contact Rebecca Griffin at the Tribal Office. Provide Rebecca with a copy of your bill/invoice from your gas/electric/propane, telephone, cable/
satellite, and cellular phone providers. We can then follow up with Michigan Treasury representatives to work to get the taxes off of future bills.
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Refunds of Sales/Use Tax for Certain Purchases:
If you have purchased a new/used vehicle, boat, snowmobile and/or trailer, you are eligible for a refund of all or 50% of the Michigan Sales/Use Tax paid when you purchased/registered the title. In order to qualify, the car/
truck, boat, snowmobile must be used for personal use. If a non-NHBP Member spouse or other person is listed as co-owner on either your Title or in your financing documents, you will only be entitled to receive a refund of 50% of the tax paid.
Additionally, if you are planning to build a new home, addition to your home or perform other significant repairs/improvements to your home, you may be eligible to apply to receive a refund of the sales/use taxes paid on building materials and fixtures (i.e. windows; water heaters; furnaces).
If one of these situations applies to you, or if you are contemplating making one of these purchases/
undertaking one of these projects, please contact Rebecca Griffin and she can assist you in determining whether you do/will qualify for a refund and how to apply.
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Motor Fuels/Tobacco Tax Purchases:
Motor Fuels: Just a reminder: If you have not registered the vehicles in your household (the ones you fill up with tax exempt motor fuels) or if you have purchased a new vehicle, please remember to get a Registration for Tribal Member Tax Exemption Form to Rebecca. If you no longer own a vehicle that was registered for tax exempt fuel purchases, please contact Rebecca to have the vehicle removed from the list. The Registration for Tribal Member Tax Exemption Form is available online at www.nhbpi.com in the pull down menu under “For Our Support” in the “Legal” section (bottom of page).
The Tax Agreement requires the Tribe (and the cashiers at gas stations) to maintain the log book that has your name, Tribal ID, license plate number and signature. Please cooperate with station personnel in completing the log and be respectful. They are doing what is legally required and the Folk Oil Convenience King station owners, and their staff, are providing this service to the Tribe and its Members. If their staff is disrespected, they have every right to suspend/terminate this service and Tribal Members may lose the ability to purchase tax exempt motor fuels.
Tobacco Products: Finally, a number of Tribal Members appear to be purchasing cigarettes for others. Please be aware that exempt tobacco products can only be purchased for personal use by Tribal Members. Purchasing tax-free cigarettes for non-Tribal Members is illegal. If you are purchasing cigarettes for another Tribal Member relative, please contact Rebecca Griffin to obtain a Limited Power of Attorney form.
The Tribe is obligated to monitor and enforce the restrictions on sales of tax exempt tobacco products and tax exempt motor fuels. If abuses are occurring and allowed to continue, the State of Michigan could terminate the Tax Agreement and all of these benefits could be lost.
On February 21, 2013, NHBP Tribal Council approved an Enforcement Program on the Tax Exempt
Motor Fuel and Tax Exempt Tobacco Products Purchases. Tribal Members making purchases
that are in violation of the NHBP Title X-03 - Sale of Tobacco Products Code and NHBP Title
X-04 - Motor Fuels Sales Code, may have their purchasing privileges suspended and/or penalties
assessed.
If you have questions regarding the Tax Agreement, please contact by email: Bill Brooks: [email protected] or Rebecca
Griffin: [email protected]; or by phone 269.729.5151; or by mail NHBP, Attn: Bill Brooks, 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way,
Fulton, MI 49052.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
DEPARTMENT HOSTS
GOURD WORKSHOP
Article Contributor
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Amy Boetcher, Environmental Specialist
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The NHBP Culture and Historic Preservation Department
hosted the first modern Spring Ceremonies in early May
and the Environmental Department hosted activities and
nature crafting for the participants. On Thursday through
Saturday large numbers of participants took a break
from the longhouse teachings to let their creative side
flourish. While several outdoor activities such as birding
and identifying mushrooms were offered, the most popular
activity was clearly gourd crafting. There is no one right
way to create gourd art, and each person can express
their unique personality for how that gourd is speaking to
them. Wood burning, staining, painting, sanding, can all
be employed as a gourd becomes a useful object such as
a rattle or a scoop, or a work of fine art. Several of the
youth also were great helpers in the garden, and assisted
in the planting of almost 200 strawberry plants! The
Environmental Department is always glad to support our
Tribe’s cultural activities and we love to work with the
community for fun, hands-on activities, where new skills
are acquired.
MEET THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT’S SEASONAL
ECO-CREW:
The Environmental Department is lucky to have a youthful
and hard-working Seasonal Eco-Crew for the spring and
summer. They have already helped with garlic mustard
management, planting trees, helping care for our egglaying chickens, and other environmental work. They are
constructing frames for 12 tribal honeybee hives. The bees
are in temporary “housing” at the Environmental House,
and will moved to their permanent hives soon.
Eco Team (left to right): Deja Mandoka, Dannea Mandoka, Curtis Dougherty,Eco Team Leader Mariesha Keith
and Amber Moulds (not pictured).
Christine Westra, LaShelle Williams and Diane Slagger participate in the gourd art activity at the Environmental Department.
Empower
U is designed
to empower
YOU financially
with a team of dedicated experts, resources and hands-on tools.
Empower
U offers
timely
and relevant
Tribal Members will be better prepared to handle their own finances and better equipped to assist family, friends and
educational
sessions
designed to provide
others
with their questions
and concerns.
you with information to help make the best
NHBP
Pine Creekdecisions.
Reservation Community Center from noon to 1 p.m.
financial
Contact Robyn Burlingham at 269.729.5151 ext. 8373 or email [email protected]
The Empower U Series Dates and Topics:
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will be Saving
providing
food, beverages and prizes at all Empower U events.
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Money and Successful Budgeting
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16
Simple
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JulyMay
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Five Strategies to Slash Your Debt
August
July 20
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Retirement
When and–How
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Estate–Planning
The to
Best
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June 17
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Basic Estate Planning – The Best Gift You Can Give Your Family
Only One You? Are You Sure? Protect Your Identity Now
Retirement
WhenYour
andFamily
How to
Start Planning
Insurance ––Protect
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September 16
Insurance – Protect Your Family Now
October 21
Simplifying the Complicated World of Investments
October 22
Simplifying the Complicated World of Investments
November
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Dates subject to change.
ALSO
Why should I go?
This program is designed to empower YOU financially with a team of dedicated experts, resources and
hands-on tools. Tribal Members will be better prepared to handle their own finances and better equipped to
assist family, friends and others with their questions and concerns.
Join the Empower
sessions
listed
Monday,
June 16, U
2014
| Noon
to 5above
p.m.from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. to be held at:
NHBP Pine Creek Reservation Community Center
Please join
us Mno-bmadzewen
on the Fifth Third Bank
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Fulton, MI 49052
Creek, MI)
How to RSVP: Contact Robyn Burlingham at 269-729-5151 ext. 8373 or email at [email protected]
This will provide a mobile meeting place to discuss your financing, housing and banking needs, such as:
Fifth Third Bank will be providing food, beverages and prizes at all Empower U events.
Foreclosure Assistance | Homeownership/Rental Information | Employment/Training Opportunities | Financial
Education | Health
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Prizes and drawings will be offered. This is a free resource.
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Free Legal Help for Low-Income
Native Americans
Michigan Indian Legal Services may be able to help you with your legal issue. MILS Attorneys can handle the following types of
cases in Tribal Court:
Child Welfare | Eviction | Guardianship |ICWA-MIFPA (Appellate Cases available in State Court Proceedings)
and Other Matters.
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To find out if we can help you with your legal issue, call us at 231.947.0122 or toll free at 800.968.6877. Our office is open
Monday - Friday from 9 to noon and from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information visit our website at www.mils3.org.
TRIBE-TO-TRIBE WALKING
CHALLENGE NOW–JULY 11, 2014
Pine Creek Reservation Area:
Now–July!
Group Walks:
Mondays at 1 p.m.
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Contact: Emily Henning
269.729.4422 with questions
Grand Rapids Area:
Walking Challenge Logs
Walking logs are due June 13
& July 11 to Emily or Lysandra
at the location nearest you.
HAPPY
Now–July!
Group Walks:
Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
Contact: Lysandra Vanderhart
616.249.0159
with questions
WALKING!
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Emily Henning | 269.729.4422
Southern Health Department– Pine Creek Reservation
1474 Mno-Bmadzewen Way, Fulton, MI 49052
Lysandra Vander Hart | 616.249.0159
Northern Health Department– Grand Rapids
311 State St., Grand Rapids, MI 49503
PINE CREEK RESERVATION HEAD START
NOW ENROLLING FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
Recruiting Native and non-Native children ages 3-5, including children with disabilities and special needs,
for a FREE Head Start Program. Serving the Athens/East Leroy/Battle Creek Area.
FREE SERVICES
Full Day Program, Transportation Available (within limited area)
Age Appropriate Lessons & Activities, Nutritious Meals- Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack
Family and Health Services Provided
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Please contact Robert Fillmore or stop by the office to complete an application for services.
Robert Fillmore, Family Service Coordinator: 269.729.4209
2342 1 ½ Mile Road, Fulton, MI 49052
ATHENS FARMERS MARKET
EVERY FRIDAY
JUNE THROUGH SEPTEMBER
2 to 6 p.m.
*NO FARMERS MARKET ON THE FOURTH OF JULY*
If you have any questions, please contact: Ray Bush, Agricultural Specialist • 269.282.7024
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi • 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way • Fulton, MI 49052
SAVE THE DATE: JULY 6
Mark your calendars for July 6, to join us at the "New" Church to hear some good old-fashioned Indian
preaching and singing. Church begins at 11 a.m. and again at 7 p.m. Lunch is to follow the morning service.
We will post a reminder in the July Turtle Press along with more details.
Questions? Call Rachel Mackety at 269.729.4578.
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CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
Article Contributor
Chris Woodring, Community Resource Coordinator
What is the Child Care Assistance Program?
The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is a grant through the Federal Government that supports
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP) families (who meet the eligibility criteria) pay for child
care. This program is for parents who are working, in training for employment or attending school. It is also for
parents who participate in approved short term activities to help prevent children from being placed in foster
care or families involved in Child Protective Services.
If a family qualifies for the program, they will be eligible for assistance in paying a percentage of their child
care costs for an approved provider. The family may have to pay a portion or co-payment of the child care
costs according to the grant criteria.
If you are interested in learning if you qualify for this program, please contact Chris Woodring, Community Resource Coordinator at either the Grand Rapids (616.249.0159 ext. 3638) or Pine Creek (269.729.4422 ext. 3638) offices or e-mail at [email protected] to obtain an application or ask any questions.
Important Tax Information about Childcare
Did you know that you can take your co-payment off your taxes?
The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
If the cost of caring for dependents (including children) adds up to more than $5,000 a year, you’re eligible for
this tax credit. A tax credit lets you subtract the amount of the credit from the taxes you owe.
The IRS provides details including:
This credit can be worth up to 35% of your qualifying costs for care, depending upon your income. When
figuring the amount of your credit, you can claim up to $3,000 of your total costs if you have one qualifying
individual. If you have two or more qualifying individuals you can claim up to $6,000 of your costs.
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/Claiming-the-Child-and-Dependent-Care-Tax-Credit
Use a state tax credit. Find out what is available in Michigan with an online search for “dependent care tax
credit.”
If you have any questions please contact:
Chris Woodring | Community Resource Coordinator
616.249.0159 ext. 3638
269.729.4422 ext. 3638
[email protected]
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CULTURAL & HISTORIC
PRESERVATION OFFICE
Jeff Chivis, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer & CHPO Director | Elizabeth Ballew, Cultural Specialist | Mon-ee Zapata, Cultural Associate |
Language Resources Contributed by Donald Perrot & Frank Barker
Medicines for Healthy Spiritual and Physical Well-Being
strawberry
– démem
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This was the first food for man, presented to us from our Creator to show us his love. We are
honored to use this medicine every time we open the longhouse for ceremonies. The true medicine
in this plant is in the green leaf cap of the berry. When you receive berries during ceremonies the
whole berry should be consumed for this reason.
GTEGANKÉ GIZES – JUNE –
GARDEN MAKING MOON
SHISHIBÉ WORDS WE ARE USING
DEMEN – Strawberry
GTEGAN – Garden
MISHKOS – Grass
NGEMWEN – Song
AZHGEN – Bridge
JIMAN – Canoe
JIJAK – Crane
KOKOMBES – Cucumber
SHADI – Spear head
OJEDEMO – Squirrel
WABGON – Squash
EZGAK – Wood Tick
MSKOGAT – Yarn Belt
BABWICHGET – Wait for things
DODOMGEMEK –
Sweat Lodge
Name:___________________________________
Address:_________________________________
_______________________________________
Phone:___________________________________
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Please have your submission in before the 14th of each
month for a chance at winning a gift valued at $50.00.
Mail to: Cultural and Historic Preservation Office
1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way Fulton, MI 49052.
Email: [email protected]
Nanabousho/Winabojo laws
As retold by: Shup-She-Wana, Eagle Clan, Howard
Lahurreau
“The herbalist-doctor that is ignorant of the virtues
of herbs, or who knowing the uses of some, has not
attained a knowledge of all…he/she ought work until
he/she knows all, as well the useful as the injurious
plants, before taking the title he/she pretends to…”
CULTURAL & HISTORIC
PRESERVATION OFFICE
Completed construction of the
Patamoewigawan (Longhouse)
Patamoewigawan
(Longhouse)
Longhouse Construction: April 21-26
The CHPO directed the historic construction of the Tribe's first ceremonial
longhouse/teaching lodge (called the Patamoewigawan) on the Pine Creek
Reservation. The lodge was used for the four day Spring Ceremonies and
for the Repatriation Event on May 17. The lodge is roughly 85 feet in length
and represents an important achievement for our Tribe because it signals the
beginning of reclaiming our traditional culture.
Construction of the Patamoewigawan
(Longhouse)
Spring Ceremonies 2014
NHBP’s first annual Spring Ceremonies were held in Nanoshkazi Jibeyki (“Hummingbird Spirit Land”) May 8-11 and
were a great success. The Ceremonies witnessed the participation of over 170 people during the four day event. It was
a very emotional and memorable event for those attending. Many tears of joy were shed over the effect that this event
can have on our people who want to revitalize our traditional culture.
These ceremonies are the best place to really learn about our traditional culture. Fall Ceremonies will take place on
October 2-5. This is a great start by our people in reclaiming our traditional lifeways!
On the first day, the Sacred Fire or Ishkodé was lit in the eastern fire pit of the longhouse. This lighting included a pipe
ceremony performed by Jefferson Ballew IV, honoring the sunrise of the first day of ceremonies. The Sacred Fire was
attended to and kept going for four days by the community and the designated fire keepers Adam Pigeon and Ben
Williams, who were also available to give teachings about caring for the Sacred Fire.
Each day began with a Sunrise Ceremony in the teaching lodge. During the four days
of ceremonies, we were blessed with wonderful weather and an abundance of morel
mushrooms which were part of our dinner feasts.
Morel mushrooms
Ceremonies conducted in the lodge included smudging, pipe ceremonies, the water
ceremony, the strawberry ceremony, talking circles, and cultural teachings. We were
fortunate to receive teachings on Clans, naming ceremonies, and many other topics from
some of the most respected spiritual leaders in the Anishinaabek community, including
Jerome Whitepigeon, Don Perrot, Jerome Pigeon, Jefferson Ballew IV, Tiq Bush, and
Dale Anderson. One-on-one teachings from some of the pipe carriers of the traditional
community were also provided. Continued on page 43.
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CULTURAL & HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OFFICE
The construction of the Sweat Lodge was completed on Saturday, as
well. The first Sweat Lodge ceremony performed in Nanoshkazi Jibeyki
was conducted by Jerome Pigeon on Saturday night. This event surely
made our Ancestors proud! We will be holding more Sweat Lodge
ceremonies in the future and will post future announcements.
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Men practice their drumming skills in the
Patamoewigawan (Longhouse)
Men buid the Sweat Lodge
In addition to all of the activities occurring in the lodges, community
members also participated in workshops sponsored by the
Environment Department. They cleaned cedar with Health Department
staff during the afternoons. Migwéch to the Environment and Health
Departments for their assistance.
Our feasts also provided an important opportunity for Members to
come together as a community. Chi Migwéch to Mariesha Keith, who
was the lead cook, and to all the of women who helped her prepare
our wonderful meals. We also want to thank Facilities and all the
other departments who made this event possible. The Tribe would not
have been able to hold such a wonderful and powerful event without
the full support of all of the Tribal departments!
Angie Chivis and others attend the
gourd rattle workshop
Spring Ceremonies Feast
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Sweat Lodge
Society for American Archaeology
CHPO Director and archaeologist, Jeff Chivis, attended the Society for American Archaeology (SAA) conference in
Austin, Texas on April 23-26. Jeff presented his Ph.D. research at the SAA Conference and conducted a repatriation
consultation with the American Museum of Natural History for the future return of our Ancestors from that institution.
Jeff also is a member of the SAA’s Repatriation Committee. This national committee, which represents archaeologists
across the United States, informs Congress on potential issues and concerns with repatriation laws and regulations.
Jeff provides an important Native American perspective on this committee and voices our community’s concerns with
repatriation law during these meetings.
Welcome New Employees!
Penny George - Accounting Clerk
Hello! My name is Penny Marot-George. I am an Accounting Clerk in the Finance
Department at NHBP. I attended both Michigan State University and Nazareth College,
graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration with majors in accounting and
management. I have worked in the following industries: banking, non-profit, railroad
industries and for my family’s business.
Although I was born in Rochester, Minnesota, I have lived in Iowa, Illinois and Kentucky. I
spent most of my years growing up in Coldwater, MI and live there now. My husband and
I met in high school and just celebrated our 27th anniversary on Valentine’s Day. We have a son, David, who lives
in Eaton Rapids and a daughter, Alyssa, who is finishing her second year at Michigan State University. My hobbies
include scrapbooking, shopping and watching movies. I also confess to being a “Twihard”, meaning I am obsessed
with The Twilight Saga – both the books and the movies! I am very excited to be a part of the team here at NHBP
and look forward to meeting/working with my fellow colleagues and Tribal Members! I want to say Migwéch to
everyone at NHBP for welcoming me so warmly. I am honored to be selected for this position and am looking forward
to serving the NHBP community for many years.
Lauren Simmons - Pine Creek Receptionist
Hello, my name is Lauren Simmons. I come to the Tribal Government from FireKeepers
Casino and Hotel in the food and beverage area. I am the new receptionist here at NHBP.
I am excited to be here and I look forward to getting to know everyone. I live in Marshall,
Michigan and I am the proud mother of an amazing five-year-old boy. I enjoy spending time
with my family, cooking, watching movies and running; but my favorite past time is being a
mom. Thank you so much for welcoming me to the community and the team. I am excited
to learn more about the culture and to be working for NHBP.
Jessi Goldner
Office Administrator Waséyabek Development Company
Ginny Rogers
Administrative Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
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MEDC TRIBAL ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT FORUM
SPOTLIGHTS TRIBAL
BUSINESS SUCCESSES
Article Contributor
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The Michigan Economic Development Corporation held its fourth annual Tribal Economic Development Forum May 7
and 8 which was hosted by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi at FireKeepers Casino Hotel. This was
the first year the event was held outside of Lansing at a Tribal property, a move that demonstrates the strength of the
relationship between MEDC and the 12 Michigan Tribes, a point emphasized by MEDC President and CEO Mike Finney
during his keynote address.
Presentations at the forum covered a diverse range of topics including national trends in Tribal economic development,
tourism as a business focus, grant and other financing strategies and the process of establishing a Tribal economic
development corporation. Presenters came from all across Indian Country, including Alaska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and
the southwestern U.S., as well as Michigan.
On May 7, representatives from three Michigan Tribes participated in a panel discussion highlighting their specific
economic development projects and business development efforts. The MEDC is providing funding support for each of
these projects.
Forum attendees participated in a tour of NHBP’s Pine Creek Reservation May 8. The tour included stops at the new
Government Services building and Skasgé Power, a solar company owned and operated by NHBP, as well as the solar
demonstration project at the Community Center on the Reservation and the full-scale working solar array along I-94 in
front of FireKeepers Casino Hotel.
The MEDC staff who organized the event received many compliments from attendees about the quality of the entire
program. “Much of our success
with the forum this year at
FireKeepers was due to the
high quality of the staff at every
level and department, and the
customer service standards that
are evident with the staff at
FireKeepers,” said MEDC Project
Manager Tom Durkee.
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As an expression of the
appreciation NHBP and
FireKeepers leaders have for
MEDC’s efforts to assist Tribal
governments, FireKeepers
donated its weekly air time on
Michigan’s Big Show starring
Michael Patrick Shiels which is
broadcast statewide.
Forum attendees learn about the first tracking system Skasgé developed
MICHIGAN TRIBES AND
GOVERNOR SNYDER
CONVENE FOR TRIBAL
STATE SUMMIT
Article Contributor
Nine of the 12 federally-recognized Michigan Tribes met with Governor Rick Snyder May 12 for the annual Tribal-State
Summit at Soaring Eagle Casino Hotel in Mt. Pleasant.
The summit offered a venue for Tribes to spotlight issues affecting their Tribal Members, Reservations and Tribal
governments. "Tribal Leaders continue to strive for excellence in quality of life issues and collaborate on matters of civil
rights, economic development and protection from human trafficking predators, all of which are also on the state’s
dashboard,” said Homer A. Mandoka, Tribal Council Chair for the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.
Many Tribes stressed the need to establish multi-jurisdictional task forces to facilitate effective responses to human
trafficking incidents that involve Tribal land.
Tribal leaders and Snyder agreed on the need for a continued focus on economic development outside of gaming,
and many applauded the steps taken toward that goal at the recent Tribal Economic Development forum hosted by
the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Snyder proposed that Tribes consider partnering with the widely
successful Pure Michigan ad campaign to promote awareness of the rich Tribal heritage in Michigan and opportunities
for tourism connected to Tribal assets.
Snyder lauded the progress made in providing services to Indian children in the foster care system through the passage
of the Michigan Indian Family Preservation Act in 2012 and the resources allocated by the state to both enforce the law
and educate child welfare professionals about it. “The annual summit with Governor Snyder is another opportunity to
build stronger relationships and the response by Governor Snyder to commit resources to preserve Indian families is a
nationwide reinvestment in Michigan's greatest resource," Mandoka said.
NHBP TRIBAL CHAIR HOMER A. MANDOK A (L) AND VICE CHAIR JAMIE STUCK(R) SHARE GIFTS FROM
THE RESERVATION WITH GOVERNOR RICK SNYDER
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47
48
NUM A GISHEK
NGOT GISHEK
Sunday
FOR ALL
1
Monday
2
FireKeepers Championship | See pgs. 47-48 for details
Language Class
Language Class | Noon
J U N E : 1 4 { N O. 0 6 }
Empowerment E-Bus | Noon
Empower U | Noon
9
8
ShiShiBé | 5 to 7 p.m.
NHBP Pow Wow | See pg. 23 for details
FireKeepers Championship
Language Class
16
15
Language Class
UNITY Project
YOUTH EVENTS
TPREP
Empowerment E-Bus
North + South Youth
See pg. 15 for details on each of the events
23
22
NHBP Summer Camp | See pg. 13 for details
Language Class
30
29
Language Class
UNITY Conference
49
STRAWBERRY MOON
UNITY Conference
Démen Gises is the time of year when the new arrival of Démenen
(strawberries) comes from Sekmekwé (Mother Earth).
STRAWBERRY MOON
|
JUNE
DÉMEN GISES, 2014
NISH GISHEK
APTO GISHEK
Tuesday
NYEW GISHEK
Wednesday
Thursday
NYANO GISHEK
Friday
ODANKÉ GISHEK
Saturday
3
4
5
6
7
FireKeepers
Yearbook
Championship
Photos
10
11
12
13
14
UNITY Project
17
18
TPREP
19
TPREP
20
Tribal Council Meeting
Pine Creek ShiShiBé
Empower U
21
3-on-3
Basketball Tournment
Light up the Rez
Pow Wow
Pow Wow
24
25
26
27
28
4
5
Grand Rapids ShiShiBé
1
2
UNITY Conference
3
UNITY Conference
UNITY Conference
50

June - Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi

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