GTB NEWS DECEMBER 2022

From the Office of Tribal Chairman David Arroyo

Boozhoo! Winter is well on its way, as Baashkaakodin-giizis (November) transitions to Minidoo-giisoonhs-giizis (December) and the fastapproaching new year Niizhing-mdaaswaakshi-niizhtana-shi-nswi (2023).

E-mkowaataagozijig 6 (Sharing Their Knowledge 6). The GTB Anishinaabemowin Program held its annual Fall Symposium virtually on November 16th and 17th and I hope you were able to participate in the workshops, which were very enjoyable and informative. Many Miigwetches to the presenters Martina Osawamick; Rhonda Hopkins; Gene Cada; Ninaatig Staats-Pangowish; Aarin Dokum; Barbara Nolan; Shirley Williams; Brian Peltier; Rosetta Toulouse; and Theodore Flamand; staff Isadore Toulouse; Patty Osawamick; Victoria Alfonseca; Emerald Torrez; and M’konz John; and all the participants. It’s anticipated that the Winter Symposium will be held in February 2023, possibly in person. Further information will be posted some time after the New Year!

Holiday Gratitude. There are many benefits to expressing and receiving gratitude – by noticing the good, taking in the good, and giving back the good. Regular expressions of gratitude can improve a person’s sense of well-being, improves sleep, and even increases the likelihood of physical activity. Gratitude is appreciating what one already has, not what one lacks. A Holiday Gratitude is to observe and give thanks for all the abundance and blessings that are around and within us.

COVID. To keep everyone safe, we would like to remind all GTB members and employees to follow safety guidelines if inside a GTB government building, an EDC facility, and/or any tribally owned facility – as determined by those entities. This is for the protection and safety of our employees and the entire community. Please follow and practice established safety guidelines, and please refer to the Health Care updates in this issue for further information.

I wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and I encourage any and all Tribal Members to contact my office with any questions or concerns. You will get a response. This is my contact information:

David M. Arroyo, Tribal Chairman

Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians

2605 N. West Bay Shore Drive

Peshawbestown, MI 49682-9275

Office: 231-534-7129

Cell: 231-499-2607

Fax: 231-534-7010

Baamaapii Kawaabmin

the

of Vice Tribal Chairman Bob Kewaygoshkum

The month of November was a prelude to the bleakness of cold weather. A new season is upon us with a hint that winter is just around the corner and that we should be preparing for the cold months ahead. With all the little nudges, like lots of acorns that have been falling, squirrels working busily to bury the nuts & the leaves gently going to bed and frost warnings, we need to pay attention and be prepared. It is not too early to begin the process of putting plastic on windows, putting away the hoses, preparing your mowers, and getting the lawns cleared of your ornaments. Be sure to get your snowblower in working order for old man winter as the ground hardens, rain turns to snow and days grow shorter, with more darkness than sunlight.

But here in Northern Michigan the breathtaking snowy scenes comfort us, even as we move closer to the fireplace to keep warm. We enjoy storytelling time, opening our favorite book, and cuddles in our blankets on the couch all while hoping that we are prepared for another winter season. To help us cope with cold weather are the holidays that begin with our GTB Ghost Suppers, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and finally, we celebrate the promise of a New Year. We give thanks and rejoice for the health and safety of our loved ones both near and far and pray for a continued bright future.

Also in November was Veterans Day, a day to honor those who have honored us and a time that is dedicated to all veterans, living and fallen, especially to our native warriors & our non- native employee warriors and the community, state, and nation that they served. They served their families, their loved ones, and their nation with dignity and honor and made a profound difference in the lives of our people and the history of our country. The memory of these beloved veterans is always in our hearts. We will never forget their love and their sacrifice. They were an inspiration to us all, and for their efforts, we are eternally grateful. We thank you.

Overall, the Council feels very good about the progress that has been made on behalf of the Tribe. We are improving our infrastructure, strengthening our culture and growing as a Nation. We will continue to face many challenges, not only from the outside, but also from within. What lies ahead is unknown, but if we are going to protect our resources and the future, we must accept the challenges and work on them together.

The path to prosperity has been an amazing journey; but, like the perpetual circle of life, the journey never ends. With success comes responsibility. The Tribal Council recognizes its responsibility to carry out the vision of those that led the way down the path of prosperity. Our responsibility is to be true to our culture and heritage, and continually work to improve the lives of the members of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa peoples. We are proud of our history, and we have accomplished a great deal in this Nation of ours.

Let’s take a moment to remember those who left us during this pandemic and journeyed to a better world. They will forever be in our hearts and minds. We must also cherish those who were born into this Nation and this community within the past year, for they are our hope for a greater future. Take care of those who are sick and those who need our help. Reflect on our past and present progress and support our vision for the future. Ask yourselves how you can contribute to the betterment of the Nation and its people and how you can build a stronger, healthier, and selfsufficient family. As we look forward to the future of this Nation and its people, we believe that one person can make a difference, but it is much easier if we all help.

On behalf of the Tribal Council and our staff, it gives me great pleasure in wishing you and your family a safe Happy Holiday and safe travels and a Happy New Year, and may your vision and accomplishments come true in 2023

I wish you well, Pama

Ah-Boozhoo Aanii…

Tribal Council Motions November 2022

Tribal Council Regular Session

November 16, 2022

www.gtbindians.org/member_login.asp

I. Call to Order. E- Review of Written Management Reports. 6. Natural Resources & Environmental Committee Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger requesting the Chippewa Ottawa Resource Authority (CORA) to provide funding for the HACCP training. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. A- BIA Roads/ Peshawbestown Snow Removal Contract Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve the 2022-23 Kal Excavating snow plowing contract for $125,000 for the Peshawbestown area. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to authorize the Tribal Manager to sign increases to the contract up to 10% of the original quote. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. B- Fish Waste Facility Contract Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger to approve Resolution #22-40.3496, by a Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum: YES; Treasurer Swallows: YES; Secretary Marshall: YES; Councilor Frankenberger: YES; Councilor Napont: YES; Councilor Rohl: YES; Chairman Arroyo: YES 7-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. D- Per Capita Distribution-December 2022 Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows to approve Resolution #22-40.3498 for the semi-annual December 2022 Per Capita distribution. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. E- Per Capita Letter to Membership Motion made by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve the letter and the Chairman to sign on behalf of Council. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. F- Fee to Trust for Parcels 86, 87 & 90 Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows to approve Resolution #22-40.3499. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. G- 2022 Fifth Amendment to Tribal Tax Agreement AGI Cap Revised Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows

to approve the 5th Amendment to the tax agreement as presented and have the Tribal Chairman sign on behalf of the entire Council. 4-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 2-ABSENT (Napont, Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. J. Rescind 12-15-21 Motion Motion made by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows and Supported by Tribal Council Member Rohl to rescind the letter from 12/15/2021. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. K- Potential Legal Reorganization of GTED LLC Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows for the GTB Legal Department to provide options for the potential legal restructuring of GTED LLC. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 1-ABSTAINING (Frankenberger) Motion Carries

II. New Business. L- Tribal Council Appointment to the Compensation Committee Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to appoint Nancy Groesser to the vacant seat on the Compensation Committee, which is a Tribal Council appointment, for a term of two years beginning 11/16/2022 and ending 11/16/2024. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. M- Letter Requesting a MI Department of Transportation Memorial Bill recognizing the Services of Company K in the Civil War Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows to submit the letter and CC: Senator Damoose and Representative Coffia. 6-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 0-ABSENT; 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

Tribal Council Special Session

November 30, 2022 www.gtbindians.org/member_login.asp

II. New Business. A- Charlevoix Center HVAC Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve the boiler replacement work at the Charlevoix office in the amount of $108,495 out of ARPA funds. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. B- GTB Government Staff Bonus Motion made by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger and Supported by Tribal Council Member Rohl for approval of the bonus out of the ARPA funds at $500.00, and then step down each after that, effective 12/12/2022. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. C- ARPA Investment Policy Statement (IPS) Motion made by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer

Swallows to allow PNC to invest the ARPA funds according to the attached investment policy as stated, including a Ladder Based investment funding schedule as determined by the CFO and the TMO through 2026. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. D- GTB Support Letter to Seat a Cherokee Nation Delegate in the House of Representatives Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows to approve the letter as written to be signed by Chairman Arroyo on behalf of Tribal Council. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. E- New Vehicle Purchase Motion made by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve the purchase of the vehicle. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. F- Application for EPA Brownfields IIJA Funding Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger to approve Resolution #22-40.3502. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. G- Title VI, Parts A and C-Elders Nutrition and Caregiver Programs Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve Resolution #22-40.3503. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. H- December 2022 Additional Paid Holiday Days for GTB Government Employees Motion made by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger and Supported by Tribal Council Member Rohl to add December 27, December 28, and December 29, 2022 to our paid holidays off to extend the Christmas/New Year’s holiday vacation. 3-FOR; 2-AGAINST (Marshall, Swallows); 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. New Business. I- PNC Investment Policy Statement (IPS)-General Motion made by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve the Investment Policy Statement as presented. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

Motion made by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall and Supported by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows to approve the transfer of $10,000,000.00 form the 5/3rd Bank general account to the PNC General Investment Account including a Ladder Based investment funding schedule as determined by the CFO and the TMO. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Arroyo); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING ATTENDANCE

11/1/2022 EDCSS

11/1/2022 Work Session: Electric Vehicle Purchase

11/7/2022 4th Quarter PNC Meeting

11/8/2022 EDC Round Table

11/9/2022 Work Session: Councilor Napont Requested WS for Discussion of GTED Matters

11/9/2022 Annual Government-to-Government meeting with United States Attorneys

Council

11/10/2022 NREC Regular Session Councilor Napont, Councilor Frankenberger

Work Session: Fish Waste Management Facility All Council

11/10/2022

11/14/2022 Weekly Meeting with TMO All Council

11/14/2022 Quarterly Regulatory Round Table All Council

11/14/2022 Tribal Manager Round Table All Council

11/15/2022 VGT Discussion All Council

11/15/2022

All Council

Work Session: Follow Up Travel Policy Discussion

11/15/2022 Legal Department Round Table

11/16/2022

Tribal Council Regular Session

11/17/2022 Gaming Commission Regular Session

11/18/2022

GTED Special Session

All Council

All Council

Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum

Secretary Marshall, Councilor Rohl

11/21/2022 EDCRS All Council

11/22/2022 Work Session: Stimulus/CARES/ARPA Funding All Council

11/22/2022 Work Session: Grand Traverse Cross Deputization Agreement All Council

11/22/2022 Work Session: Investment of Cash in the General Fund All Council

11/28/2022 Weekly Meeting with TMO All Council

11/28/2022 Meeting with Stuart Buck All Council

11/29/2022 Work Session: Legislation Pending All Council

11/30/2022 Tribal Council Special Session All Council

TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETINGS RECORDED SESSIONS

Tribal Council Regular Sessions occur at 9:30 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month.

Tribal Council Special Sessions occur at 9:30 a.m. on the last Wednesday of every month

Both sessions will be held in Council Chambers. Meetings are open to Tribal Members.

Regular Council Sessions 12/21 • 1/18

Special Council Sessions 12/28 • 1/25

We, the Tribal Council of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians, a Sovereign Nation, honor to empower the wellbeing of our present and future members. Our ultimate goal is to advance our Nation into an era of increased governmental vigilance that promotes and protects our culture, sovereignty, health, education, treaty rights, natural resources and financial stability.

Robert John Gingway

Tribal Elder United States Army Fort Thompson, South Dakota 3/21/1937 11/4/2022

Robert M. McDonald

Tribal Elder United States Navy Corona, California

ELDERS December

1

Thursday

Sunday Saturday Wednesday Tuesday Monday

Movie 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Tai-Chi 12:15p Wk’gStks 12:45p

2 Puzzle Time 1:30p Office Work Office Work

3 Christmas Bazaar KTCC P-town 9a-4p

4 5

Meal Delivery 1p

Office Work Office Work

6 Walking laps (Gym) 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Christmas Cards 12:15p

7 TC Store Run 9a

Lunch 11:30a-1p Bingo12:15p Exercise Time 10a-12p

8 Bargain Store 9a

Chair Exercises 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Sewing 12:15p Store Day 10a-3p

9 Manicures 1:30p Office Work Office Work

10

11 12

Meal Delivery 1p

Staff Meeting 3-mile Office Work

13 Elders Advisory 3-mile Office 1-3p Lunch 11:30-1p

14 Card Games 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Sewing 12:15p

15 Bingo Elders Complex 1p

Frosting Sugar Cookies 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Tai-Chi 12:15p Out of Office

16 Puzzle Time 1:30p Office Work Office Work

17 18 19

Meal Delivery 1p Office Work Office Work Office Work/ Contact Day

20 Walking Laps (Gym) 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Chair Exercises 12:15p Home Visit 10a-4p

21 Elders Holiday Party 11a

22 Chair Exercises 1:30p Lunch 11-1p Store Day 10a-3p

23 GTB Closed

Please call your site coordinator to confirm activities and/ or if a ride is needed. All activities are subject to change without notice. All activities are drug & alcohol free. Interested in a specific activity? Please contact your site coordinator!

GTB Closed

27

Meal Delivery 1p

Yahtzee 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Puzzles 12:15p

Manistee Home Visit 10a-4p

28 Card Games 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Puzzles 12:15p

29

Movie 1:30p

Lunch 11:30a-1p Puzzles 12:15p

30 GTB Closed

31

24 25 26

Mino-Dibishkaan!

Happy Birthday!

GTB News Staff & Membership Department would like to acknowledge this months Elders Birthdays!

We hope you all have joyous & memorable birthdays filled with friends, family, love, peace, and happiness!

Daniel DeVerney 1-Dec

Douglas Sineway 1-Dec

Joseph Wilson 1-Dec

Mary Watson 2-Dec

Loretta Selby 2-Dec

Wallace Hall 2-Dec

Francis Carew 2-Dec

Judith Wanegeshik 3-Dec

Jennifer Baker 4-Dec

Kenneth Mosher 4-Dec

Sharon McIntyre 5-Dec

Edward Brun 5-Dec

Michael Ferrere 6-Dec

James Koon 6-Dec

Robert Thomas 7-Dec

Arvella Cain 7-Dec

William Easterling 7-Dec

Kathryn Worden 7-Dec

Roland Van Camp 7-Dec

Melissa Mason 8-Dec

Joyce Arnold 8-Dec

Geneva Pino 9-Dec

Roger Brunk 9-Dec

Kenneth Partello 9-Dec

Sheila Shalifoe 10-Dec

Frederick Harris 10-Dec

Kathy O' Brien 11-Dec

David Russell

11-Dec

Chris Bussey 12-Dec Darcine Oosdyke 12-Dec Evelyn King 12-Dec Leroy Bailey 13-Dec

Tammy Moreland 13-Dec William Alexander 14-Dec Robbin Raphael 15-Dec

Lanelle Vos 16-Dec Verna Gould 17-Dec Michael Shigwadja 18-Dec

Brenda Leach 18-Dec Teresa Page 18-Dec Margo Kalilimoku 18-Dec Larry Antoine 19-Dec Mary Streeter 19-Dec Matthew Boyer 19-Dec Johnna Milks Titsworth 19-Dec Clifford Gould 20-Dec Matilda Ali 20-Dec Alice Bessert 20-Dec Annette Muniz 21-Dec Crystal Barry 22-Dec Mary Guiney 22-Dec Barbara Dye 22-Dec Chantell Gomez 23-Dec Donald Gann 24-Dec

Mark Cobb 24-Dec

Jonathan Fowler 24-Dec

Matthew DeVerney 24-Dec Cynthia John 25-Dec Susan Hall 25-Dec Mary Hawley 26-Dec

Terry Stickley 26-Dec Catherine Wise 26-Dec Valarie Keway 26-Dec Lisa Resseguie 27-Dec Brian Tighe 27-Dec

Arnold Fluette 27-Dec

William Beaver 28-Dec

Louis Case 28-Dec

Carolyn Schocko 28-Dec

Francis Pedwaydon 28-Dec

Richard Gunderson 28-Dec

Phyllis Rice 29-Dec

Carol Storms 30-Dec Deborah McDonald 30-Dec

Gina Miller 30-Dec

Irving Scott 31-Dec Armand Sherman 31-Dec

Carol Varda 31-Dec Edward Johns 31-Dec

NORSE Awards Assembly

KAIZHA Shomin KAYLIE Bush

On November 16th, Suttons Bay Elementary held their Fall NORSE Awards Assembly.

First grader, Kaizha Shomin, was recognized by her classmates as a NORSE Story Award winner. Her peers chose her as someone who is always Nice, Organized, Responsible, Safe, and Engaged. Congratulations Kaizha! (Pictured teacher Meghan Arbury & principal Shelagh Fehrenbach)

Kylie Bush was one of four students at Suttons Bay Elementary to be honored for her outstanding work in Physical Education Congratulations, Kylie!

That’s My Story . . .

House Made of Dawn [50thAnniversary Ed] 2018 Adult N. Scott Momaday, Kiowa

A special 50th anniversary edition of the magnificent Pulitzer Prize winning novel from renowned Kiowa writer and poet N. Scott Momaday, with a new preface by the author

A young Native American, Abel has come home from war to find himself caught between two worlds. The first is the world of his father’s, wedding him to the rhythm of the seasons, the harsh beauty of the land, and the ancient rites and traditions of his people. But the other world modern, industrial America pulls at Abel, demanding his loyalty, trying to claim his soul, and goading him into a destructive, compulsive cycle of depravity and disgust.

Be Part of the Solution! Food Sovereignty and Security

The Grand Traverse Band formed the agricultural department in winter 2018/19 to pursue the long term goal of establishing food sovereignty and security for Tribal Members.

Elatsoe

2020 YA Darcie Little Badger, Lipan Apache Elatsoe Ellie for short lives in an alternate contemporary America When her beloved cousin dies, all signs point to a car crash, but his ghost tells her otherwise: He was murdered. Who killed him and how did he die? With the help of her family, her best friend Jay, and the memory great, great, great, great, great, great grandmother, Elatsoe, must track down the killer and unravel the mystery of this creepy town and it's dark past. But will the nefarious townsfolk and a mysterious Doctor stop her before she gets started?

A breathtaking debut novel featuring an asexual, Apache teen protagonist, Elatsoe combines mystery, horror, noir, ancestral knowledge, haunting illustrations, fantasy elements, and is one of the most talked about debuts of the year.

American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends 2014 Zitkala Sa,

Yankton Dakota

This volume combines two essential collections by Sioux author Zitkala Sa. American Indian Stories assembles short stories, autobiographical reflections, and political essays that offer poignant reflections on the author's sense of being stranded between the white and Native American worlds. Old Indian Legends features tales from the oral tradition legends passed down through the generations Born on South Dakota's Yankton Reservation in 1876, Zitkala Sa felt "as free as the wind that blew my hair, and no less spirited than a bounding deer." At the age of eight, she traded her freedom for the iron discipline of a Quaker boarding school. Disillusioned by American society as well as her own tribe, Zitkala Sa attended college, became a teacher, and wrote about her experiences A prominent advocate for Native American rights throughout her life, she was a key figure in the legislation that granted Native Americans citizenship in 1924.

The GTB Education and Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Departments have been granted funding for two Agriculture programs for Tribal Members, and Descendants, from the Native American Agriculture Fund .

This fund was established in 2018 from proceeds of a settlement in the Keepseagle v. Vilsack class action suit to provide grants to eligible entities for business assistance, agricultural education, technical support, and advocacy services to support Native farmers and ranchers .

There is a youth specific program, The Grand Traverse Band Youth Horticulture and Fishing project (YHF) and a community/family GTB Miijim project. They will both provide education and experiences to discover and understand traditional and modern farming and fishing skills and processes, as well as finance and small business education. All members and families will be welcome to participate in age appropriate classes and activities. Sessions will begin in January of 2023 and the schedule will be posted in the GTB News and on the GTB website Agriculture and Education Pages.

HOUSING

HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE Offered by GTB HOUSING

EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR

✔ $15,000 available to Homeowners in any 5-year period

Income Qualified Homeowners

Elders Homeowners regardless of income

Over-Income Homeowner: 50% payback required

✔ Must be primary resident of the home and within 6 county service area

NAHASDA Rental Subsidy Assistance

*Please note the differences in the programs* Eligibility for Rental Subsidy Assistance

A. To be eligible for rental assistance, applicants must meet all of the below conditions:

1. Be an enrolled Tribal member of the Grand Traverse Band;

2. Be eighteen (18) years of age or older;

3. Reside in one (1) of the following counties: Leelanau, Grand Traverse, Antrim, Charlevoix, Benzie, or Manistee;

SEPTIC PUMPOUT

✔Must be Homeowners primary residence within 6-county service area

✔Max. of 1 pump out every other year

HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE PROGRAM

✔$20,000 for Elders or certified disabled members

✔Must be primary resident of the home and it must be within 6 county service area

DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE/ HOMEBUYER EDUCATION

✔Available to Tribal Members purchasing a home within 6-county area

✔ Pathways Home Classes

✔ Limited to a One Time Use (lifetime)

✔ Cannot access the Emergency Home Repair for 5 years

✔ Income Qualified applicants receive up to $10,000

✔Over-income applicants receive up to $5,000

✔Single wide trailers may receive up to 10% of the purchase price (Trailer must be 10 years old or newer)

4. Qualify as a low-income family, defined as a family whose income does not exceed 80% of the median income, as published annually by Office of Housing and Urban Development (HUD);

5. Live in a space that requires rental payment. For example; apartment, mobile home park, town house, etc. Rental assistance will not be offered for assistance with mortgage payments, lot rent (of participant owned/mortgaged home) or when renting an individual room;

6. Not be delinquent on their rent at the time assistance is offered;

B. The applicant is eligible to receive up to $250.00 per month for rental assistance.

C. Rental assistance may be provided for a maximum of six months in a two-year period.

D. Applicants who receive benefits and become ineligible due to receiving the maximum six months of benefits are eligible to re-apply two (2) years after date of initial application.

E. An applicant may not receive rental assistance while receiving the benefit of any other form of housing subsidy for the same dwelling unit. (with the exception of the ARP supplemental assistance)

F. Applicants that owe monies to the Grand Traverse Band Housing Department are not eligible for Rental Subsidy Assistance until the balance is paid in full.

Nikki Diaz

Joe Kaubenaw

Emmett Marlow

Tarik Bouguettaya

Nicki Basch

HOUSING TENANTS

After Hrs. Emergency Number 231-866-1290 For

Administrative Assistant 231-534-7800

Occupancy Specialist – GTB rental info 231-534-7803

Down Payment Information/Homebuyer Education

Occupancy Specialist – GTB rental info 231-534-7802

Emergency Home Repair, Handicap Accessibility Program 231-534-7886

Department Manager

231-534-7449 www.gtbindians.org/housing_dept.asp

PUBLIC SAFETY

Winter Driving Tips from the Office of Highway Safety

Drive Slow on Ice & Snow, roads will be slippery this winter and to prepare for the daily snow-covered roads, the Office of Highway Safety provided some tips to prepare.

1. Slow down. Driving too fast for conditions, following too closely, and driver error cause most of the traffic crashes across our state.

2. Maintain proper tire pressure for good traction in winter.

3. Adjust your speed and slow down on snowy, slushy, or icy roads to reduce chance of being involved in a traffic crash. Slowing down on snow and icy roads is the best and safest action drivers can take to arrive safely at their destination.

Winter Driving Statistics for Michigan

• Winter weather crash data in Michigan - which is recorded between October 1 of one year and April 30 of the following year - involve road conditions that are icy, snowy, or slushy.

• During the 2016 to 2020 winter seasons, there were 202,232 winter-related crashes reported in Michigan involving 360,395 people.

• These crashes resulted in 370 fatalities and 2,530 suspected serious injuries.

• Of the 370 people who lost their lives, 86.5% of the fatalities were in the Lower Peninsula and 13.5% of the fatalities were in the Upper Peninsula.

• Over that same 5-year period, there were 11,938 winterweather crashes in the Upper Peninsula – accounting for 5.9% of all winter weather Michigan crashes.

• Midwest and areas around the Great Lakes see the most snowy/icy road deaths on average. The states averaging the most deaths are Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indians, and New York (Ice Road Safety).

United States

• Ice road fatalities account for more deaths than all other weather hazards combined (3.6 times more).

Emergency Supplies

from Office of Highway Safety

• 17% of all vehicle crashes occur during winter conditions. (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

• 70% of roads in the United States are in snowy areas (Federal Highway Administration)

• There are about 156,000 crashes annually due to icy roads. (Carinsurance.net)

• It takes up to 10 times longer to stop on snow and ice than it does on dry pavement.

• For more information visit: www.michigan.gov/WinterDriving

Prepare for a Winter Storm

You may not be at home when the storm starts, so it is important to have basic supplies of food and water as well as a way to stay warm without power in several locations such as your workplace, vehicle, and/or school. You can build your supplies over time by adding a few items each week or month. Gather, in advance, the necessary supplies and items you will need to stay safe after the winter storm passes. For a complete list of emergency supplies, visit www.ready.gov/kit

Check these supplies off of your Winter Storm Preparedness Checklist once you add them to your emergency kit, which appears at the end of this document.

Emergency Communication

Make sure you have everything you will need to get in touch with your family either through cellular phones or email.

Medical Needs

Be equipped to tend to any current or unexpected medical conditions your family members may have. Ask your doctor about storing prescription medication such as at least a three days’ supply of heart and blood pressure medication, insulin for diabetics, and other prescription drugs such as inhalers for those with asthma. Include battery backup power for powerdependent mobility devices, oxygen, and other assistive technology needs.

Critical Documents

Place any important documents in a sealed, waterproof container to keep them dry and easily accessible.

Tools & Safety Items

Small items like matches, flashlights, a multi-tool, pocket knife, and a whistle (to signal for help) can make a huge difference for your family while weathering a storm.

Food/Supplies

Have at least a three-days’ supply of non-perishable food and water for your family. Remember to store anything specific to your family’s needs.

Warm Clothing & Blankets

Warm clothes and blankets can help prevent hypothermia. Do not forget warm, waterproof, and protective footwear as well as gloves. Ask yourself, “What would I need for myself and my family if a winter storm struck?” And “What would I or my family require if we did not have access to a grocery store or pharmacy for at least three days?” Add any of these specific items to your Winter Storm Preparedness Checklist.

Winterize Your Vehicle

Make sure you or a mechanic completes a winter weather check on your vehicle by ensuring that the following car components are safely working:

• Antifreeze Levels

• Battery & Ignition System

• Brakes

• Exhaust System (carbon monoxide is odorless & can be fatal)

• Fuel & Air Filters

• Heater & Defroster

• Lights & Flashing Hazard

Lights

• Oil

• Thermostat

• Windshield Wipers

• Good winter tires

FIRE & RESCUE

Winter Holiday Safety

Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.

Holiday Decorating

Be careful with holiday decorations. Choose decorations that are flame resistant or flame retardant. Keep lit candles away from decorations and other things that can burn.

Some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use, but not both.

Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Read manufacturer’s instructions for number of light strands to connect. Use clips, not nails, to hang lights so the cords do not get damaged.

Keep decorations away from windows and doors.

Holiday Entertaining

Test your smoke alarms and tell guests about your home fire escape plan.

Keep children and pets away from lit candles.

Keep matches and lighters up high in a locked cabinet. Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove top. Ask smokers to smoke outside. Remind smokers to keep their smoking materials with them so young children do not touch them.

Provide large, deep ashtrays for smokers. Wet cigarette butts with water before discarding.

Holiday Fire Facts

More than one-third of home decoration fires are started by candles. More than two of every five decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source. Almost on third of home Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems. Although Christmas tree fires are not common, when they do occur, they are more likely to be serious. A heat source too close to the tree causes more than one in every five of the fires.

Keeping a Dry Tree is like Inviting a

Forest Fire Into Your Home

Christmas tree fires are likely to be serious and deadly.

Put working smoke alarms on every level of your home, especially inside and outside sleeping areas.

Remember to test your smoke alarms and tell guests about your fire escape plan.

Practice your home fire escape plan regularly. 9 out of 10 U.S. fire deaths happen in the home. People are surprised to learn that the place they feel safest is where their risk of being in a fire is greatest.

Holiday Toy Safety

Follow age guidance and other safety information on toy packaging and choose toys that match each child’s interests and abilities.

Get safety gear, including helmets, for scooters and other riding toys–and make sure that children use them every time.

Keep small balls and toys with small parts away from children younger than age 3, and keep deflated balloons away from children younger than age 8.

Once the gifts are open, immediately discard plastic wrappings or other packaging on toys before they become dangerous playthings.

National Handwashing Week December 5-11, 2022

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) highlights frequent hand hygiene as one of the most important acts in preventing disease. Hand hygiene includes washing and sanitizing hands. Let us review these recommendations about hand hygiene:

1. Whenever a messy chore is done, wash your hands, because dirt is visible on the hands. But it is what we cannot see that is dangerous.

the back of the hands, the wrists, between the fingers and under the nails. Dry them using a clean towel or a hot air dryer.

7. Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer is another way to keep our hands clean. 60% alcohol is recommended.

8. If neither soap nor sanitizer are available, follow the above steps with water and vigorous rubbing.

9. Let us model good behavior by washing our hands, because our children want to do what we do. Wash babies’ hands and teach children to wash their hands after the bathroom and before eating.

Healthy Hand Habits

2. Germs are invisible. Germs are microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses.

3. Germs are everywhere. They are within and on our bodies and on every touchable surface.

4. Not all germs are bad. Good germs help to keep us healthy and to keep our immune system strong. On our hands are good germs that live under the deeper layers of the skin, and most are not removed by washing with soap and water.

5. Our hands can also have transient, bad germs on the outermost layer that cause illnesses.

6. Health experts recommend washing our hands with soap and clean, warm water for at least 20 seconds. Singing “Happy Birthday” twice equals 20 seconds. Be sure to work up a good lather and clean

Handwashing reminder signs increase frequency and length of handwashing. A cell-phone photo of our children washing their hands can be printed and posted near

the sink.

So, we must take hand cleanliness seriously by remembering other healthy hand habits: Learn to control your hands by not coughing or sneezing into hands. A typical human sneeze emits around 40,000 droplets, carrying germs from the mouth. Sneeze or cough into your shoulder or into your elbow.

Let’s not put our hands or fingers in your eyes, nose, ears, or mouth.

Germs can live on surfaces from three hours to seven days; germs survive less on dry surfaces. Germs live on shared surfaces such as door handles, counters, phones, remote controllers, keyboards, piano keys, ink pens, sports equipment, handling food, toys, and others’ hands. Sometimes, we can handle these items with a tissue. We can turn off water faucets & open many doors with our elbows; latch door handles can be opened with the ring & pinky fingers of the nondominant hand, often the left fingers. Small hand-sanitizers can fit in our pocket or purse, to use after touching items.

We learned from the COVID Pandemic that the Covid virus is less likely to spread when excellent hand hygiene is practiced. According to the CDC, handwashing can prevent 1 in 3 diarrhea-related illnesses. And handwashing prevents 1 in 5 infections, including the flu, colds, pneumonia, and sore throats.

Worldwide, about 1.4 million children under age 5 die from diarrhea and pneumonia. Handwashing can stop many of these deaths. Why not do what we can to help our children??

This is why we love National Handwashing Week in December, because by this small effort, we can protect ourselves, our family and each other.

Stay Strong, Jessica A. Rickert, DDS, Anishinaabe Dental Outreach

Scott Scholten

Scott Scholten has been nominated for November's "I Was Caught Being Excellent Person of the Month".

The purpose of the IWCBE Person Award is to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to enhance the mission of the Wellbriety Movement in an exceptional manner.

Scott is a recovery coach and long-time supporter of the Wellbriety Movemnet. Scott is known for making sure that people who

need recovery are able to get it, even going so far as to arrange rides to treatment. He is extremely dedicated to recovery, and approaches his work with humor and hope. Recently Scott helped put on the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Opioid Recovery Campout.

Congratulations, Scott! Thank you for your amazing work, and for your continuing support of the Wellbriety Movement!

NEW Employee Paula Anderson

Behavioral Health welcomes Paula Anderson, our new Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, who has replaced Dr. Probes.

Telehealth appointments available December 6, 13, 19, 20, and 27.

Please call Marion 231-534-7090 to schedule an appointment.

NATURAL RESOURCES

HFGT LICENSES 2022-2023

All GTB Hunting, Fishing, Gathering & Trapping Licenses

Expire April 1st of EVERY year. Please call or email the Natural Resources Department for your new 2022/2023 license.

Make sure your information is up to date with us at NRD, so you don’t miss out on any of your Treaty Rights information and opportunities.

Note: We do not have a shared database with Membership so information will need to be changed with us as well.

As always, before utilizing your treaty rights, you should read and know your regulations. Both Hunting and Fishing regulations can be found on the GTB website in the Natural Resources Department section.

Fishing Regulations Hunting Regulations

https://bit.ly/GTB_FishRegs https://bit.ly/GTB_HuntingRegs

CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL

IN-STREAM HABITAT

After the holidays, please feel free to drop-off any Christmas Trees to the Natural Resources Department

DEER CHECK STATION

Deer Check Station (CWD Testing)

GTB’s Natural Resources Department will be collecting deer heads for CWD testing. Individuals will receive a $30 Meijer Gift Card for each head (maximum of two gift cards per person). A self-service freezer will be located at the drop off station from November 15 to December 15. If assistance is needed, please contact GTB at the numbers listed below.

NMÉ (LAKE STURGEON)

PERMIT LOTTERY

GTB-NRD will be issuing one permit for the harvest of a Lake Sturgeon in Black Lake (Cheboygan/Presque Isle counties) via a lottery to be held at the January NREC meeting.

The permit will be valid through December 31st, 2023.

To enter your name for the lottery simply call, email, or stop by the Natural Resources Department before January 9th at 5PM.

Phone: 231-534-7500 (Leave a message if no one answers)

Email: NRD@GTB-NSN.GOV

W H A T I S C W D ?

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a deadly disease in cervids (deer, elk, moose, etc ) that affects the brain and nervous system, caused by a contagious, misshapen protein (prion)

CWD is similar to mad cow disease, scrapie in sheep, and Creutzfeldt Jakob disease in humans.

It spreads from direct contact between deer, body fluids, tissue, and antler velvet. CWD can stay in the environment for years

ARE PEOPLE AT RISK FOR CWD?

It is unclear if people can get CWD, but currently it is NOT recommended to eat venison from sick or CWD positive deer

The riskiest parts of a deer include:

Brain Spinal cord

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF A DEER HAS

CWD?

YOU OFTEN CAN’T. IT CAN TAKE 2 5 YEARS FOR A DEER TO LOOK SICK, THEY CAN APPEAR HEALTHY AND STILL CARRY CWD

SYMPTOMS

INCLUDE:

Being very skinny, loss of muscle

Drooling or salivating a lot Unusual behavior such as: Not being afraid of people Stumbling, trembling Drooping head or ears Wear gloves and avoid these organs as much as possible!

Spleen Lymph nodes

AGRICULTURAL & FOOD SOVEREIGNTY

DECEMBER AGRICULTURAL FOOD SOVEREIGNTY Lets Grow Together

Squash Cooking Workshop

December 20th 4:30 PM

At the GTB Strongheart Center a cooking workshop will showcase the use of two squash varieties. This workshop will include the use of the Gete-Okosomin squash that has been grown and cooked by tribes throughout the Great Lakes region for thousands of years. This large squash with its beautiful orange/yellow flesh can be stored deep into the winter. This squash undoubtably helped sustain tribal communities through long winters. Learn how this easy to grow squash can be prepared quickly, easily and deliciously.

Drop in or register early by emailing or calling William Derouin at William.derouin@ gtb-nsn.gov or (231)463-0398.

Seeds were found in 2008 during an archaeological dig on a Menominee reservation near Green Bay, Wisconsin. The dig was conducted by Canadian Mennonite University. A clay vessel, about the size of a tennis ball, was recovered; such devices were used in the region for seed storage. Sure enough, the vessel was found to contain seeds—in this case, seed of what was to become known as ‘Gete-okosimin’ squash. The artifact was carbon-dated to about 850 years ago, according to Susan Menzel of Chicago’s American Indian Center, in an article published by the Chicago Tribune.

2022 Harvest Concludes

Okosomin Squash

The Gete-Okosomin squash (which roughly translates to "big old squash") can yield fruit that weigh more than 30 pounds. The seeds come from a lineage of plants carefully tended for millennia by Native Americans, writes Alysa Landry for Indian Country Today. The Miami Nation has grown Gete-Okosomin squash for 5,000 years, Landry reports. They were "careful stewards of the seed, taking care to handpollinate them and maintain their purity." In 1995, gardeners from the Miami Nation gave seeds to David Wrone, who is now an emeritus professor at the University of Wisconsin. Until recently believed to be extinct, the squash is making a comeback, thanks to ancient seed unearthed by archaeologists, and to the dedicated efforts of seed stewards around the country.

In 2020 GTB Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Department collaborated in a seed trade with Little Traverse Bay Band (LTBB). LTBB gifted Gete-Okosomin seed to GTB for use in our agricultural programming, and GTB in exchange gifted LTBB potato seed. LTBB and GTB had actively worked with Michigan State University to repatriate this native seed back to tribal nations. Now GTB is growing this ancient and important crop and sharing its benefits with the community. If you would like a Gete-Okosomin Squash this fall, please contact the GTB Agriculture & Food Sovereignty Department. This years’ squash will be shared with Elders & Youth Programs, and those in need through the fall and early winter. Seed will be saved for the future growing season.

The 2022 growing season at GTB saw the formation of a 3rd growing location at the Charlevoix Farm. This inaugural year at this site exceeded expectations, in part due to the great community engagement we had at the site. Virginia Fields, Linda Francis, and Sandy Witherspoon all got involved with this site. A big Miigwech to Barb K with the GTB Elders Dept for regularly using the produce grown on site in meals cook at the Charlevoix Satellite Office. Throughout the season, Barb would get produce freshly harvested from the garden, and serve it in weekly meal programming offered by Elders Dept. It was amazing that some days potato, carrot, and squash would go from picked in the field to prepared and ready to eat within just a couple hours! Very cool!

This structure was more than 50% paid for by a USDA-EQIP grant. Also paid for entirely by the EGLE Fish Waste Grant the GTB Ag Dept got a new Kubota Tractor! This is the 1st tractor purchased by the Agriculture Dept, and it sure was nice that it was entirely grant funded! With 2 tractors, the Agriculture Dept can better serve the 6 county service area and help grow more food for the community. Harvests at the Peshawbestown Farm and our other sites went to Elders Dept Meals-On-Wheels deliveries, LSC Farm Markets, Pow Wow/ Fair & Feast Farm Markets, GTB Food Pantry, and distribution to the community through Newsletter outreach.

Virginia Fields Harvesting a Gete-Okosomin Squash

The Peshawbestown Farm saw the addition of a 30x72 hoop house structure that will help extend the growing season, and provide a space to start vegetables early in the spring.

Winter Produce Offering

Starting in December, a range of winter storage crops will be available to GTB Citizens. Crops will be stored at the NRD Barn, and can be accessible M-F 8:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00 by contacting the NRD front office at (231) 534 – 7500 or William Derouin at (231) 463-0398.

Produce is available on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Produce offerings include carrots, potato, squash, Indian corn, Brussel sprouts, pickles, maple syrup, and apples. Staff will be out of the office periodically through the month of December.

If you cannot reach someone right away, leave a message with your phone number and staff will get back to you as soon as possible. It may take a week or so to respond to your request, so please be patient.

Manidoo Giizisoonhs (Little

There’s a volunteer Certified SCORE TC Mentor to fit every business and every question. And it’s all free!

SCORE TC in northwest Michigan is rated #7 in the country, comprised of 45 local volunteer business men and women, both employed and retired, who give time and energy in support of emerging entrepreneurs and the growing businesses of our region.

Mission

Foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education. We pair experienced business people with entrepreneurs to mentor them through their business development and growth.

Vision

Every person has the support necessary to thrive as a small business owner.

Mentors

Your local SCORE Traverse City mentors are current and retired business men and women who volunteer their time to support and grow small businesses in northern Michigan. SCORE mentors will meet face-to-face or virtually with clients to provide guidance and advice on how to start a small business or grow an existing business.

Entrepreneurs are paired with experts experienced in accounting, legal issues, business planning, marketing, distribution, selling and acquisitions, etc.

SCORE Traverse City mentors have learned valuable lessons in their careers and are willing to give of their time and share this knowledge and insight with others who need confidential business guidance. We want to help start up companies and 2nd and 3rd tier established businesses to thrive in our community.

Do you want to become a SCORE Mentor and offer to some knowledge and expertise?

More than 45 business professionals from the Grand Traverse area volunteer their time to serve as SCORE mentors. They represent a wide variety of experience, talent, and perspective:

Generalists who have owned and built their own successful small businesses.

Specialists with experience in subjects like legal issues, accounting, finance, product development, business operations and marketing.

Experts in business planning and financing for start-up ventures.

Together, this team of SCORE mentors brings almost a millennium of business experience to support you as you start and grow your small business. While some mentors join SCORE after retiring from their careers, half of our mentors are actively engaged in the workplace, with a deep understanding of current business practices and opportunities. SCORE mentors are diverse in age, gender and expertise.

Reach Customers Online with Google in 2023

December 8, 2022 9:00am EDT

FREE LIVE EVENT (ONLINE)

Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your business using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Smart Campaigns in Google Ads.

In this workshop you will learn how to:

Improve your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices Maximize SEO strategies

Attract new prospects with low-cost advertising Led by Pamela Starr, one of Google’s professional national trainers, this is a can’t miss workshop for every small business owner.

KEY TOPIC Marketing

Social Media Market for your Business Part 2 of 2 December 15, 2022 12:00pm EDT FREE LIVE EVENT (ONLINE)

Effective digital marketing means finding the sweet spot when targeting your audience, developing messaging and meeting key business objectives online. We’ll discuss how to amplify your brand identity and maximize community impact.

Melissa McClary Davis is the Founder and CEO of Wise Digital Marketing. Melissa has established herself as a leading expert in the digital marketing industry with over 25 years of digital marketing experience with Fortune 500 companies in a diverse range of industries including Coca-Cola, AT&T, Ford, State Farm, General Motors, Hallmark Cards, Lane Bryant, Best Buy, Facebook and Instagram. In addition to serving the top corporate echelon, Melissa’s passion for problem-solving and teaching has also led her to provide top tier marketing consulting services to small business owners to support them in successfully navigating digital marketing. As a result, her clients achieve noteworthy sales conversion and high ROI with marketing strategies that reach maximum market shares in the digital universe.

KEY TOPIC Marketing

100 Employment 125 Miigwech

105 Lost and Found 130 Services 110 For Rent 135 Events 115 For Sale 140 Legal Notice 120 Announcements 145 Mino-Dibishkaan

100 Employment Government Operations

Accounting Assistant/Cash Receipts (FT)

High School Diploma or GED. Two (2) year of computerized data entry required. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$16.17 12.2.22 - 12.9.22

AFS Caseworker (FT)

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work field required. Current Social Work License through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. At least one year of experience in a social services field. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$52,633 7.18.22- until filled

Automotive Technician I (FT)

High School Diploma or GED. Must have at least 2 years of automobile repair experience. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$18.55 8.24.22- until filled

(2) Behavioral Health Counselor (FT)

A Master's Degree in Social Work with State Licensure. A minimum of two years' experience providing substance abuse and mental health counseling is required. Possess Alcohol/Drug Certification or attain in one year. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$52,633 2.28.22- until filled

Behavioral Health Youth Counselor/Program Director (FT)

Master’s Degree in Social Work or masters level Licensed Professional Counselor is required. State of MI Social Work, Alcohol Drug Certification preferred or attainable. Min 2yr’s experience providing substance abuse & mental health counseling required. Valid Michigan Driver’s License & insurable by GTB insurance carrier.

-$52,633 6.25.21- until filled

Chief Financial Officer (FT) Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Must demonstrate at least three (3) years' experience in leading a team in an accounting related field. Must have at least three (3) years of governmental accounting Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$110,245 11.4.22 -until filled

Clinical Social Worker (FT)

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work State of Michigan Social Work License. Must have knowledge of records management Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier -$52,633 9.20.22- until filled

Court Clerk (FT) Associate Degree in Criminal

Justice, Paralegal, Business, or Administrative Services. A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of an Associate's Degree. General knowledge of applicable law, regulations, rules, policies, procedures and administration is required. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$18.40 11.28.22 - 12.5.22

CTAS PA-5 Community Based Advocate/Program Director (FT) High School Diploma 2 years of advocacy experience Must have proficiency in computers and Microsoft software. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier -$18.55 10.18.22- until filled

Dental Assistant (FT) Associates Degree in Applied Science in Dental Assisting Certified Dental AssistantCDA or Registered DentalRDA Assistant with expanded duties. Certification in Radiology and CPR. -$19.52/hr 9.2.21- until filled

EHS Education & Family Services Coordinator (FT) Must have a BA in Human Services or Social Work field. Must have experience in a supervisory position, with strong team leadership skills. One to three years experience in working in an Early Head Start and/or Head Start program preferred. Previous experience in the field, with skills in classroom management, and curriculum planning. Must obtain CPR/ First Aid certification.

-$21.03/hr 12.13.21- until filled

EHS Bus & Classroom Aid (FT)

Must have High School diploma or GED. Must be able to effectively communicate with children and adults in an appropriate manner. Must be willing to obtain a CPR/First Aid certification. Ability to observe and evaluate children in a non-biased manner. Must be willing to and as well as obtain a CDA within first two years of hire.

-$12.83/hr 5.10.22- until filled

EHS/HS Bus Driver (PT) Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Must have First Aide Certification or obtain (within 30 days) CPR for infants and children. Must have previous school bus driving experience.

-$15.66/hr 6.25.21- until filled

EHS/HS Healh & Disabilities Coordinator (FT)

Bachelor’s Degree with strong emphasis in Health, Social Services, Psychology or Early Childhood Education. 1-3 years experience preferred. Advanced knowledge of applicable law, regulations, rules and procedures of the Head Start/Early Head Start program. Must maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification

-$43,750 9.3.21- until filled

To place your ad, call the Communications Dept. at 231-534-7008, or Email: GTBGovt.News@ gtb-nsn.gov Subject: “Classifieds”. Please have all submissions & payments sent by the 3rd Friday of each month. Classified rates: $10 for 15 words or less, and 75 cents per additional word. Any thumbnail image costs an additional $15.

Apply online: https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/jobs/ or https://www.gtedusa.com/ careers/ Request for Proposals (RFP) online at https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/ internaljobs/ *Postings are subject to change daily.

(2) EHS/HS Home Visitor (FT)

An Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education required. A Bachelor’s Degree & 1yr of direct experience preferred. 3yrs of directly related experience.

-$17.29/hr 6.25.21- until filled

Elders Assistant (FT)

A. Degree in Business Administration or related field required.3 yrs of experience working with elders.

Successful completion of Program Directors Training within one year from date of hire. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$47,987 6.17.22- until filled

(3) Facilities Utility Worker 1st shift (FT TEMP)

High school diploma/G.E.D. preferred. Experience in commercial building maintenance preferred. Carpentry, plumbing & electrical repair experience preferred. Knowledge of safety procedures & safety equipment recommended for use during the course of duty.

-$12.78/hr 7.12.21- until filled

(2) Facilities Utility Worker 2nd shift (FT)

High school diploma/G.E.D. Preferred. Experience in commercial building maintenance preferred Carpentry, plumbing & electrical repair experience preferred. Knowledge of safety procedures & safety equipment recommended for use during the course of duty. Valid, unrestricted driver's license is preferred.

-$12.78/hr 11.18.21- until filled

Head Start Assistant Teacher (FT)

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a Child Development Association (CDA) within two years or an Associate's Degree in early childhood development within three years of employment. Classroom experience with 3-5 year old children preferred. Must be willing to participate in training sessions and seek further education. Must obtain CPR/first aid certification. -$12.83 7.12.22- until filled

Head Start Teacher (FT) Associates Degree, with a Child Development Certification, with emphasis in early childhood development, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Previous experience preferred with skills in classroom mgt & curriculum planning. Must maintain current CPR/ First Aid certification. Must be proficient in the use of computers & programs such as word processing. Able to develop & implement short & long term educational goals. Good observational skills and ability to summarize observed learning/social behaviors in children.

-$17.29/hr 9.03.21- until filled

Healthcare Administrator (FT)

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration,

Public Health, Public Administration/ Business Administration required. Current or the option of having State of Michigan Healthcare Level of Function License, with a min of (10) yrs of experience of managing a healthcare facility with a business model Thorough understanding of IHS healthcare & clinic management. Extensive knowledge of healthcare regulations and medical law. -$83,549 11.4.22- until filled

HS Bus & Classroom Aide (PT)

Must have High School diploma or GED. Must be able to effectively communicate with children and adults in an appropriate manner. Must be willing to obtain a CPR/First Aid certification. Ability to observe and evaluate children in a non-biased manner. Must be willing to and as well as obtain a CDA within first two years of hire. -$12.83/hr 2.24.22- until filled

ITC Healthy Start Nurse (PT) N. licensure to practice in the State of Michigan required; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred. Professional experience in community health, obstetrics and/or prenatal health care management preferred. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$25.09/hr 9.1.22-9.8.22

ITC Home Visitor (FT) High School Diploma or GED required. Certification as CDA or other Early Childhood credential. Min. of one (1) year of work, school or volunteer experience beyond high school required. Ability to communicate and interact in a sensitive and respectful way in the local tribal community. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$17.29/hr 6.13.22- until filled

Maintenance Coordinator (FT) Associates Degree in Facility Maintenance Management, Business, or Administrative Services required. 5 yrs of Facilities Management experience preferred. Minimum of five years supervisory or management experience. -$47,987 4.26.22- until filled

Maintenance I (FT) High School diploma or GED. Previous experience in the repair and maintenance of housing units. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. -$17.10/hr 6.7.22- until filled

Medical Assistant & Registry Clerk (FT)

High School diploma or GED certificate. Must have a Medical Assistant Certification One year of experience in a medical office setting preferred. Understanding of medical terminology. $18.40 6.13.22- until filled

Physician (FT)

Must have an active State of Michigan Physician License, State of Michigan Controlled Substance License, and Federal DEA License, with Board Certification in Family Practice. Must have Community Staff Privileges at Munson Medical Center or obtain within a reasonable time. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$DOE 3.9.22- until filled

Play/Art Therapist (FT) Master’s Degree in social work for related field required with specialized training in art/play therapy. State of MI Social Work License or licensed Professional Counselor. A minimum of 2yrs experience providing substance abuse & mental health counseling is required. Must have a valid MI Driver’s License & be insurable by GTB insurance carrier.

-$57,729 6.25.21- until filled

Receptionist - Clinic (FT TEMP)

High School diploma, GED and 1 year experience in office administration. Must be punctual, self-starter, have good organizational skills and ability to work well with others. To work a regular schedule 8-5pm, MondayFriday.

-$13.94/hr 1.24.22- until filled

SDVCJ Project Coordinator (FT)

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or Social & Behavioral Sciences required. A combination of education and work experience in the legal, victim advocacy, or criminal justice fields. Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's License and be insurable by GTB's insurance carrier.

-$47,987 11.22.22- until filled

(1) Utility Worker (FT) High School Diploma or GED preferred. Must have some housekeeping experience. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. $12.78/hr 5.24.22- until filled

Victims Shelter Coordinator (FT)

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a related field. 1 yr. experience in case management preferred. 2 years of professional/paraprofessional experience in prevention and the provision of service to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence and other forms of crime. Professional Ethical Standards of the position must be adhered to. Personal knowledge and support of the Anishinaabek culture in the provision of services.

-$57,729 4.7.22- until filled

Student Support AdvisorCharlevoix/Antrim (FT) Associates Degree is required in social work, education, counseling, or related field. Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's license and be insurable by the GTB

insurance carrier. Must have a valid Chauffeur Driver's License. A min of 3 yrs 'experience working with Native American youths. Must maintain current CPR/ First Aid certification. -$19.52/hr 10.25.22- until filled

Student Support AdvisorLeelanau (FT) Associates Degree is required in social work, education, counseling, or related field. Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. Must have a valid Chauffeur Driver's License. A min of 3 yrs 'experience working with Native American youths. Must maintain current CPR/ First Aid certification. -$19.52/hr 10.25.22- until filled

Youth Intervention Specialist I - Grand Traverse (FT) High School diploma or GED certificate required. 1-3 yrs experience working with Native American Youth. Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier. Must have and maintain current CPR/First Aid certification. -$16.17/hr 11.21.22- until filled

RFP - Head Start Community AssessmentSuttons Bay, MI

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB, Grand Traverse Band) is requesting bid proposals from companies or individual to provide a community assessment for GTB's Head Start program. -12.2.22- until filled

RFP: HS/EHS Mental Health Consultant - Traverse City, MI

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB, Grand Traverse Band) is requesting bid proposals from companies or adult to provide mental health consultant for the head start/early head start programs. This contract will run through the end of the fiscal year (September 30, 2022) with an option for two additional fiscal years (October 1 - September 30).

-4.26.22- until filled

Submit bids to the following address:

Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians c/o Lyndell Luster 2605 N West Bay Shore Dr Peshawbestown, MI 49682

GTED Operations

CNC Machinist (Entry Level) (FT) (Charlevoix) High School Diploma or equivalent. 1yr min experience. Position is non-exempt (hourly) with 2nd shift per diem rate.

-$15- $17/ hr, experience

CNC - Experienced (FT) (Charlevoix)

High School Diploma or equivalent. 4 years minimum experience Technical Certificate desired -$17- $20/ hr, experience

Fabricator (FT) (Charlevoix)

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of one-year prior experience in fabrication operations. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

Forklift license and overhead crane permits (company trained). Good organizational skills and detail oriented Good communication skills. This position is non-exempt (hourly) with a 2nd shift per diem rate for 2nd shift worked hours.

-$15 -$18/ hr, experience

General Laborer (FT) (Charlevoix)

Good communication skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions. Forklift license and overhead crane permits (company trained).

High school diploma or equivalent. Min 1yr production experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

-$14 - $15/hr, experience.

HR Representative/ Coordinator (FT) (Charlevoix)

Associates Degree in Human Resources or related field.

3 + years’ experience in Human Resources. 1 + yrs’ experience in recruiting.

Experience with employee relations. Organizational and analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Solid computer skills. Demonstrated knowledge of the human resources field.

Understanding of state & federal employment regulations. Awareness of OSHA regulations & compliance. Understanding of personnel and compliance records management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

-Commensurate w/experience.

Journeyman Painter (FT) (Charlevoix)

High school diploma/ equivalent. Min 3 yrs. prior experience in commercial painting of metal products for manufacturing concern. Must be able to read blueprints.

Possess thorough knowledge of paint and other coating materials to ensure parts are painted & protected per contract specifications.

Requires min of 3 yrs. prior experience in commercial painting of metal products and knowledge of various paint equipment. This position is non-exempt (hourly) with a 2nd shift per diem rate for 2nd shift worked hours.

-$17 -$20/hr, experience

Laser/Plasma Operator (FT) (Charlevoix)

Ability to read and interpret blueprints & technical drawings. Forklift license and overhead crane permits (company trained). Good organizational skills and detail oriented. Good communication skills. High school diploma or equivalent. Min 1 yr. prior experience in plasma/laser manufacturing operations.

Experience with other sheet metal and plate fabrication preferred -$16-19/hr, upon experience

Maintenance Technician (FT) (Charlevoix)

High School diploma or GED. 3-5 years of experience working as a Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Mechanic. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and drawings. Experience with lockout/tag out. Knowledge of safety requirements and safety focused. Ability to stand for long periods, walk, climb stairs, reach, and stoop frequently as well as lift weights up to 50lbs. Occasional lifting of up to 80lbs is also required. Must be able to work at heights. Good vision, hearing, color vision, speaking, and finger dexterity skillsare required as well as the ability to perform close work in a confined space. A Valid Driver’s License. Must be insurable with GTED insurance carrier.

-$19-$25/hr, experience

Quality Engineer (FT) (Charlevoix)

Bachelor’s Degree or 5+ years manufacturing experience 2+ years in a manufacturing quality role. Working knowledge of metal forming, machining, and welding. Experience in FMEA Methodologies and Benefits -$22-$27/hr, experience

Water Jet Operator (BSSW) (FT)

High school diploma or equivalent. Min. of 2yrs prior experience in waterjet set-up/ operation. Experience with other sheet metal & plate fabrication preferred. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

Forklift license and overhead crane permits (company trained). Ability to conduct post-waterjet operations (deburring, polishing, etc.) -Commensurate w/experience.

Welder CW (FT) (Charlevoix)

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of five (5) years prior experience or training in welding required. CWI Certification required. Certification in GMAW and GTAW required. Knowledge of basic welding safety practices. Welding experience, MIL-STD Certifications for Armor Grade Steel preferred. Good math skills, including an understanding of inches, metrics, fractions to three decimal places -$22-$27/hr, experience

BSSW Manufacturing Supervisor (2nd Shift) (Charlevoix) (FT) Min 5 yrs. experience in Metal Processing, Machining, Laser/PLAS, Fabrication with knowledge of Welding and Painting. -$20-24/hr experience.

Project Engineer (Traverse City) (FT)

Compiles and analyzes engineering data & prepares conclusions & recommendations. Designs & prepares preliminary & final plans for highways, bridges, drainage structures, municipal utilities, roadway lighting, traffic control devices, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), & miscellaneous highway facilities.

-$70,000 - $80,000, Wages with experience.

Project Manager (Traverse City) (FT)

Hold an OSHA 10 or 30 Certificate. Hold a State of Michigan Builder’s License Has worked in the Trades for a min of 5-10 yrs experience in project management in the construction field Excellent communication skills. Strong work ethics and self-motivated to learn more Experience with project schedule development with MS Project (or comparable PM software) Working knowledge of the following software: Office 365 (Word, Excel, Project, OneDrive) Raken Construction Software (or comparable PM software) Adobe Acrobat -$65,000 - $75,000, w/ experience.

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Minnie Wabanimkee

Photographer and Artist

Memory Calendars & Cards Discounted for Tribal Members. Calendar $10, Cards: Miigwech & Xmas, $4 each for singles. Pkg of 10 cards $30. UPS Shipping. I-5 Calendars w up to 10 cards $11

Collapsible gate also connects to make circle $45.00,

Treadmill sacrifice $600.00, & 2 dog cages both great condition! (1) with side door dimensions 36 long 26 height 23 wide. $50.00/each. More info call Cynthia Bailey at 231-590-3843

(231) 534-7131 or christina.loucks@gtb-nsn.gov.