GTB NEWS NOVEMBER 2022

GTB NEWS

A publication of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians All Rights Reserved ©

November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

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Charimans’ Addresses Motions & Attendance

Elders & Youth

Health & Human Services

Natural Resources

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"NATIVE AMERICAN ISN'T BLOOD. IT IS WHAT IS IN THE HEART. THE LOVE FOR THE LAND, THE RESPECT FOR IT, THOSE WHO INHABIT IT, AND THE RESPECT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE SPIRITS AND ELDERS. THAT IS WHAT IT IS TO BE INDIAN." MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 20

CHAIRMAN ARROYO UPDATE

From the Office of Tribal Chairman David Arroyo Aanii Boozhoo! And hello to Baashkaakodin-giizis (November), the eleventh month of the year Niizhing mdaaswaak-shi-niizhtana-shiniizh nsa-biboongad (2022).

I hope everyone’s safely enjoying the fall weather!

I would like to take a moment and acknowledge the Native American Languages Act of 1990 which was enacted on October 30, 1990, thirtytwo years ago. It was an act of Congress that was historical in that it created an official, national policy of Native Americans being entitled to use of their own languages. The Act stated that the United States "declares to preserve, protect and promote the rights and freedom of Native Americans to use practice and develop Native American Languages…[and to]…fully recognize the right of Indian Tribes and other Native American governing bodies, States, territories, and possessions of the United States to take action on, and give official status to their Native American languages for the purpose of conducting their own business.” It’s important to note that this also includes the right to use our Native languages in public schools, which some local schools have done – including our very own Benodjenh Child Center. I encourage everyone of all ages to learn and practice our beautiful Anishinaabemowin language, and for more information about our language classes please visit: http://www.gtbindians.org/anishinaabemowin.asp Jiibiye-Giizhigat (All Soul’s Day). Jiibiye-Giizhigat is on November 2nd, directly following All Saints Day. For Native Americans it’s a way to honor our loved ones who have walked on to their spiritual journey. It’s a traditional governmental holiday for our tribe, and it’s a time for reflections on all our ancestors and loved ones as we express our gratitude for their strength and courage and teachings that make us who we are today.

Indian Child Welfare Act. The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) was enacted on November 8, 1978, forty-four years ago. The Act ensured that tribes would be able to take control over their tribal member children, although the Act has seen challenges at varying levels of government to this very day. For more information about the ICWA please see the National Indian Child Welfare Association at https://www.nicwa.org/about-icwa/ Veterans Day. Veterans Day is on November 11th and, as a national holiday, our governmental offices will be closed. Veterans Day recognizes the service of all American veterans, and I want to express my gratitude and say Chi Miigwetch to all veterans for their service.

Thanksgiving Day. The national Thanksgiving holiday begins on 11/24/21, and governmental offices will be closed on the 24th and on the 25th. If you need emergency assistance from our tribal departments please refer to the GTB website for more information at www.gtbindians.org. The emergency contact information will also be posted on the doors of every tribal building for every holiday that the government offices are closed.

GTB’s Gaming Compact. The Gaming Compact between GTB and the state of Michigan was approved by U.S. Department of the Interior in November of 1993 after many months of meetings and negotiations. At that time there were seven federally recognized Indian tribes in Michigan, and each tribe represented their sovereign nation’s interests and individual gaming enterprises. The seven tribes at the table were the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, Keweenaw Bay GTB NEWS 2

November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon) Indian Community, Bay Mills Indian Community, Hannahville Indian Community, Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, and the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. The GTB leadership during the negotiations included Joseph (Buddy) Raphael, Chairman, and George Bennett, Joan Cotter, Joyce Duford, Eva Petoskey, Rhonda Sands, and Jean Warren, along with our General Counsel, John F. Petoskey. Needless to say, the planning and logistics of these meetings between the tribal leaders and state officials was a daunting task, but it was also an exciting time to have state officials come to Indian Country and work with tribes in order to hammer out these gaming compact agreements. You can find copies of the 1993 gaming compacts (and other compacts since that time) at the Michigan Gaming Control Board’s website.

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 encourage any and all Tribal Members to contact my office with any respectful 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

TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETINGS 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 11/16 • 12/21 Special Council Sessions 11/30 • 12/28

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.

TRIBAL COUNCIL RECORDED MEETINGS 1. Visit this website or scan the QR code 2. Login to "Tribal Membership Area" 3. Click "Recorded Sessions"

http://www.gtbindians.org/member_login.asp

TRIBAL COUNCIL MOTIONS

November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

Tribal Council Motions October 2022 Tribal Council Regular Session October 5, 2022 II. New Business. A- Extend Sylvan Contract End Date Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to change the Sylvan Contract end date to February 28, 2023 or until funds are exhausted.

5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries II. New Business. B-Create and Amend Department 7 Human Services Job Descriptions Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve Department 7, Human Services job descriptions as presented. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT(Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries II. New Business. C-Dental ContractDr. Aylworth Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported

by Tribal Council Member Napont to approve the FY23 Dental Contract for Dr. Melissa Aylworth. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT(Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries II. New Business. D-Behavioral Health Counselor Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Frankenberger to increase the wage from E-6 to E-7.

5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Frankenberger); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

Tribal Council Regular Session October 19, 2022 III. Unfinished Business. A- Completion of Third 30-day Posting on Prohibited Social Media Recording and Publication of GTB Council Meetings without Consent Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve the Rules of prohibited social media recording and publication of GTB Council sessions without express consent by the Tribal Council.

4-FOR; 1-AGAINST (Frankenberger); 1-ABSENT (Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries III. New Business. A- First Addendum to the Third-Party Billing Administrative Services Agreement with Forest County Potawatomi dated June 1, 2016 This item was deleted III. New Business. B- FY 2023 National Congress of American Indians Membership Renewal Motion made

by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve Resolution #2240.3487 for annual membership renewal in the National Congress of American Indians from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023 in the amount of $6,500. 3-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 3-ABSENT (Frankenberger, Napont, Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries III. New Business. C- Oak Shore Water Sales Agreement This item was deleted III. New Business. D- Addiction Treatment Services Contract FY23 Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported

by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve the contractual agreement to allow

Addiction Treatment Services to service members of GTB BHS for FY23 in the amount not to exceed $250,000. 3-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 3-ABSENT (Frankenberger, Napont, Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries III. New Business. E- IHS Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve Resolution #22-40.3493 to seek approval and funding in the amount of $119,305 from Department of Health & Human Services, Indian Health Service, Division of Diabetes Treatment and Prevention’s Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI). 4-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 2-ABSENT (Napont, Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

III. New Business. L-Rescind Health Administrator Offer Motion made by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum and Supported by Tribal Council Member Rohl to rescind the offer. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries III. New Business. M- BIA Residential Lease (R. Compo)-Resolution #22-40.3496 Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger to refer to a Poll Vote. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

III. New Business. N- Residential Lot Transfer- F. Wilson to R. Compo Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member III. New Business. F- ARPA Budget Frankenberger to transfer the assignment Modification Motion made by Tribal of lot 23 on GTB Parcel 45 in Section 2 Council Member Rohl and Supported by in Milton Township from Francis Wilson Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve to Ranee Compo. 4-FOR; 0-AGAINST; the budget modification for ARPA. 4-FOR; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); 1-ABSTAINING 0-AGAINST; 2-ABSENT (Napont, (Marshall) Motion Carries Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries Motion made by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve the ARPA Substance Use Treatment budget and the ARPA Clinic/Dental/PRC Budgets. 4-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 2-ABSENT (Napont, Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries III. New Business. G- DTE Gas Company GTB Parcel 21 Easement for New Service Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve DTE Easement and the BIA Service Line Agreement for a utility easement across GTB Parcel 21 to install a natural gas line for Jeff Bussey. 4-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 2-ABSENT (Napont, Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

Tribal Council Special Session October 26, 2022

II. Unfinished Business. A- Approval of FY 2023 Child Care Fund- Budget Amended Motion made by Tribal Council Treasurer Swallows and Supported by Tribal Council Member Rohl to approve Resolution #2240.3497 which rescinds the prior Resolution of #22-40.3480, with the new amount for the budget being $73,395.33. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

II. Unfinished Business. B- Completed 30day Posting-Amendments to Title 3, Ch 3-Personal Jurisdiction and Long-Arm Ordinance Motion made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to adopt III. New Business. H- AFLAC Changes to the amendments to Title 3, Chapter 3 as Each Offered Plan Motion made by Tribal presented and posted. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Secretary Marshall to approve 1-ABSENT (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING to change our AFLAC policies to the benefits Motion Carries we are offering to our employees. 5-FOR; III. New Business. A- Close Enrollment for 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); Per Capita Distribution Motion made by 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported

by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger III. New Business. I- American Indians to approve Resolution #22-40.3494, with Records Repository Research Requestthe noted correction. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; GTB Boarding School Students Motion 1-ABSENT (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Motion Carries Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to submit the records III. New Business. B- First Addendum to request as presented to the American Indian the Third-Party Billing Administrative Records Repository (AIRR). 5-FOR; Services Agreement with Forest County 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); Potawatomi dated June 1, 2016 Motion 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries made by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Frankenberger to sign the amendment to III. New Business. J- Contract Change the Third-Party Administrative Services Order 3- Increase Rebecca Millican Agreement with Forest County Potawatomi Contract by $60,000 and Extend through Insurance Department to add the Behavioral FY 2023 Motion made by Tribal Council Health services to the Agreement with Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal FCPID. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING Motion approve the contract change order #3 to extend the contract by 365 days and increase Carries the total by $60,000 to $243,702.50. 5-FOR; III. New Business. C-Update Tribal 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); Court Org Chart Motion made by Tribal 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries Council Member Rohl and Supported by Tribal Council Member Napont to approve.

III. New Business. K- Renewal of Delta 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT Dental 2023 Contract Motion made (Marshall); 0-ABSTAINING Motion

by Tribal Council Member Rohl and Carries Supported by Tribal Council Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum to approve the Delta Dental contract. 5-FOR; 0-AGAINST; 1-ABSENT (Swallows); 0-ABSTAINING Motion Carries

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Councilor Rohl

Date Meeting Required Attendance P P P P GTED Special Session Secretary Marshall, Councilor Rohl 9/16/2022 P P P P P EDCRS All Council 9/19/2022 A P P P A Work Session: CCDF Update and Proposal All Council 9/20/2022 Work Session: YIS II Job Description All Council A P P P A 9/20/2022 Weekly Meeting with TMO All Council A A P P A 9/20/2022 Tribal Council Regular Session All Council P P P P P 9/21/2022 Gaming Commission Regular Session Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum - A* 9/22/2022 Weekly Meeting with Tribal Manager All Council P P P P V 9/26/2022 Regulatory Round Table All Council P P P P V 9/26/2022 Monthly Meeting with Tribal Court and Tribal Council All Council P P P P V 9/26/2022 Work Session: Water Service Request- Granger Group- Mt. Hope Road All Council P P P P V 9/26/2022 Work Session: Stimulus/CARES/ARPA Funding All Council A V P P V 9/27/2022 Work Session: Transfer Policy All Council A V P P V 9/27/2022 Work Session: Human Services Client Application FY23 Discussion All Council P V P P V 9/27/2022 Tribal Council Regular Session All Council P P P P P 9/28/2022 Weekly Meeting with Tribal Manager All Council P P P P A 10/3/2022 EDCSS All Council P P P P P 10/4/2022 Work Session: Conservation Dept. Enforcement Options/Structure All Council P V P P P 10/4/2022 Tribal Council Special Session All Council P P P P G 10/5/2022 Bi-Monthly meeting Review, Discuss, & Direction on Tribal Member Inquiries All Council P P P P A* 10/5/2022 Work Session: Change Existing AFLAC Policies w/Better Rates All Council P P P P P 10/5/2022 NREC Regular Session Councilor Napont & Councilor Frankenberger P P P 10/6/2022 Work Session: Stimulus/CARES/ARPA Funding Updates All Council P G P P A 10/11/2022 EDC Round Table All Council P P P P P 10/11/2022 Weekly Meeting with TMO All Council P P P P A 10/12/2022 Tribal Manager Round Table All Council P P P P A 10/12/2022 Work Session: 2% Application and Guidelines All Council P P P P A 10/12/2022 Work Session: Meeting with GTB Member Scott Schwander All Council P P P P P 10/13/2022 Work Session: Agriculture Department Update All Council A P P P P 10/13/2022 EDCRS All Council P A* P A* A* 10/17/2022 Tribal Council Regular Session All Council P P A* P P 10/19/2022 Gaming Commission Regular Session Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum P 10/20/2022 Weekly Meeting with TMO All Council P P P P W 10/24/2022 Monthly Meeting with Tribal Court and Tribal Council All Council P P P P W 10/24/2022 Work Session: Discussion Boarding School Study All Council A* P P P W 10/24/2022 Bimonthly meeting for Tribal Council Review, Discussion, and Direction of Tribal Member Inquires All Council P P P P W 10/25/2022 Tribal Council Special Session All Council P P P P P 10/26/2022 EDCSS All Council P P A P P 11/1/2022

Councilor Napont

Councilor Frankenberger

Secretary Marshall

Treasurer Swallows

KEY P = Present; V = Vacation; M = MLOA; A = Absent; G = GPT; W = Working at Benzie Office; A* = Attending Another Meeting/Conference S= Schedule Conflict

Chairman Arroyo

TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING ATTENDANCE

Vice Chair Kewaygoshkum

November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

PUBLIC NOTICES

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PER CAPITA DISTRIBUTION If you have not already signed up for direct deposit of your per capita checks, Friday, November 4th is the deadline to sign up for a direct deposit of your December 2022 per capita and all future per capita checks. The form must be received in our office by November 4th.

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

Deadline (November 4th) also applies to those that are currently signed up for direct deposit & wish to change the bank information.

The deadline to cancel your current direct deposit is Wednesday, November 16th.

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

Important Dates Friday; October 28, 2022 ---------Stop accepting applications at EOD Friday; November 4, 2022 ---- Stop processing applications & Email

OMB # of enrolled members Friday; November 11, 2022 - Direct Deposit deadline & deadline for

canceling direct deposits Monday; November 14, 2022 ----------------------------- ACF Deadline Thursday; December 1, 2022 ----------------------- Reopen Enrollment

Membership Office, Call (231) 534-7101 Bank Information Change If you need to change the information for your direct deposit, please submit a new Direct Deposit Agreement form. To request one, you may contact Christina Loucks at (231) 534-7131.

Form is also available at: https://bit.ly/GTB_Forms

GTB Emergency Phone Numbers FY2022 Cell Number

*subject to updates

Rebecca Oien

Tribal Manager

Tribal Manager Executive Assistant — Doris Winslow

DEPARTMENT 1 Elders DEPARTMENT 2 Public Safety

Delores Wonegeshik Jolanda Murphy

DEPARTMENT 3

Rebecca Oien

Tribal Management

Public Safety — Dispatch Police Captain — David Crockett Fire Department — Garrett Fairchild Communications — OMB — Housing — Human Resources — DPW-SBR —

For Bereavement Assistance

Department 4 Facilities Management Ron Anderson For Power Outages contact your local Electrical Company Department 5 Conservation Mike Slancik

Conservation Office

Membership Human Services

Monique Clifford Kathy Tahtinen

Department 8

Health Services

Interim Doris Winslow Emergencies PRC Referrals Medical Transportation needs.

Clinic Nurse Sherri Vezina Carolan Sonderegger Kelley Kiogima Dawn Shenoskey

9 Tribal Court 10 Natural Resources 11 Regulatory 12 Life Long Learning

Nicole Basch Melissa Petoskey Joe Huhn

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Behavioral Health ON-Call # — On-Call AFS — Laura Mains — — — — — — — Benodjenh — Strongheart Center —

TMO/Directories

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Jodi Lewis - Interim

Facilities — Paul McGrath

Department 6 Department 7

Department Department Department Department

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November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

PUBLIC NOTICES

OBITUARIES Respectfully Acknowledging Our Loss Verna Marie Gould GTB Tribal Member Lansing, MI

Marty “Ozzy” Frank Novak

Nancy Ann Harris

04/25/1963 – 10/16/2022

09/21/1944– 10/27/2022

12/17/1967– 10/13/2022

Respectfully Acknowledging Our Loss Sacred Fire

Information to follow

GTB Tribal Elder Beulah, MI

GTB Tribal Elder South Haven, MI

Respectfully Acknowledging Our Loss

Respectfully Acknowledging Our Loss Sacred Fire

Sacred Fire

Family property on Beaver Island

Information to follow

Funeral Service

Visitation

Friday, November 11, 2022

Information to follow

Visitation

Funeral Service

Information to follow

7:30 p.m.

Filbrandt Family Funeral Home 1076 S. Bailey Ave South Haven, MI 49090

Information to follow

Funeral Service

Information to follow

Burial will be held Saturday, November 12th, 2022 in McDowell Cemetery in South Haven, MI at 10:30 a.m.

Team Michigan Boys Basketball Division 19U 1st Tryout Eligible Participants:    

Boys born between 1/1/2004 - 12/31/2008.

Must be permanent residents of Michigan.

Must have Tribal Identification Card or Certificate of Indian Blood.

Must be of Amateur Status in basketball.

Location: 

Suttons Bay Public Schools High School Gymnasium

Time:  

Saturday November 19th 2022 10am to 4pm

Please bring: 

Reversible light and dark jersey, or a jersey/shirt of each for scrimmages.

Contact Information: 

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Manager: Tom George o P: 231-631-2310 o E: THOMAS.GEORGEJr@gtb-nsn.gov Head Coach: Jordan Anderson o P: 231-866-0893 o E: TeamMichiganNAIG2023@gmail.com

Facebook Page: 

Search: Team Michigan Naig2023

To let us know that you intend on participating please send an email with your name and address to TeamMichiganNAIG2023@gmail.com

THERE IS NO FEE FOR TRY OUTS

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November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

ELDERS

ELDERS NOVEMBER 2022 Monday

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Leelanau Charlevoix GT/Antrim Benzie ALL Sites Notes

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Please call your site coordinator to confirm activities and/or if a ride is needed. All activities are subject to change. All activities are drug & alcohol free.

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Elders Spotlight Pat (WaukazooSwanson) Putney- Aanii Pat! Pat is in our Elder Highlight this month. Pat (WaukazooSwanson) Putney was born in Peshawbestownthe daughter of John and Sylvia (Waukazoo) Swanson. She still resides in the TC area and is now retired.

She is 4th of 9 children. Jim, Sylvia, Elaina, Pat, Johnny, Jack, Tom, Ella and LaRita.

She had 4 children: Tangela, Earl Wiggins Jr. (ba), Kathy and Gene; and Angie and Val. Her grandkids are: Sean, Blain, Tiana, Vincent, Trisha, Debra Jo, and Macie. Three great-grandkids: Ella, Harrison and Clara.

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College. She worked 31 years for the Grand Traverse Band in various positions including Education Manager, Elders Director, Department of Labor Programs.

She has past hobbies of crochet and beadwork and her favorite was to read books. She doesn’t read anymore but still enjoys watching TV and doing puzzles. She used to love to skate and ski and swim in the bay! She had fun swimming and she always kept an eye on the “Big” Park Place Clock because she had to be home at 5.

Pat’s advice to the youth: You can be whatever you want! Follow your dreams!

Don’t let others tell you what to do! Have an elder for a friend- to talk to because they lived their lives and have lots to share and they will help you! Learn from your grandparents. Her grandma told her not to drink or do drugs! Wise words.

To the Elder Department, she says: Stay in contact with your elders!

Miigwetch Pat!

Elders Spotlight Linda Francisis a member of the GTB residing in Charlevoix county. She has many interests, especially with crafting. Her favorite hobby is tie dying.

We will soon be approaching her favorite holiday which is Christmas.

Linda states she loves the love shared between family and friends during christmas time. She loves to decorate her home, pop and string popcorn for the tree, and create Christmas crafts with her loved ones. She has a big heart for animals. As a child she loved to decorate a tree outside with popcorn and other edibles for the animals. We are happy to have Linda be an active participant with the GTB activities with her positive attitude.

November 2022 Baashkaakodin Giizis (Freezing Moon)

ELDERS BIRTHDAYS

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!

William Debra Harry Robin Martin Erick Gail Mary Laura Patricia Treva Diana Michael Ronald Sandra Annette George Andrew Christine Eva Clayton Lois Donna Suzanne Janice

Bastien 2-Nov Juralbal 3-Nov John 3-Nov Menefee 3-Nov Newstead 3-Nov Anderson 4-Nov Manzano 4-Nov Yannott 4-Nov Favela 5-Nov Poertner 6-Nov Boulch 6-Nov Mann 7-Nov King 7-Nov John 8-Nov Fetterhoff 8-Nov Jones 9-Nov Gunderson 9-Nov Miller 10-Nov Paull 10-Nov Peplinski 11-Nov Raphael 11-Nov Wabanimkee 11-Nov Page 12-Nov Gaslin 12-Nov Case 13-Nov

HEALTHY, LOCAL TRADITIONAL FOOD

Felipe Catherine Violet Donna Michael Gerald Bruce Doris Lavern Brian Thomas Joseph Richard Tammy Ronald Clifford Wyman Erma Russell Michael Jodi John Mary Michael Filomena

Reyes 14-Nov Horn 14-Nov Roxbury 14-Nov Richert 15-Nov Young 15-Nov Niewiadomski 15-Nov Bennett 15-Nov Winslow 16-Nov Scott 16-Nov Johnson 16-Nov Peters 17-Nov Chambers 18-Nov Seegraves 18-Nov McGeshick 19-Nov Anderson 19-Nov Napont 19-Nov Chippewa 19-Nov Peters 19-Nov Jacko 20-Nov Doner 20-Nov Lewis 20-Nov Chippewa 20-Nov Kenwabikise-Halpin 20-Nov Perez 21-Nov Rizzo 22-Nov

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Smith 22-Nov Wilson 22-Nov Stewart 22-Nov Chippewa 23-Nov Florip 23-Nov Bastien 23-Nov Lawrence 23-Nov Chippewa 24-Nov Crampton 24-Nov Mayers 24-Nov King 25-Nov Waukazoo 25-Nov Lentz 25-Nov Munoz 26-Nov Wasageshik-Case 26-Nov Williams 26-Nov Wilson 27-Nov McSauby 29-Nov Two Crow 29-Nov Hoffman 30-Nov Cholewka 30-Nov Chippewa 30-Nov Keusch 30-Nov

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Office

Cell Site Sharon Edgington (231) 534-7710 (231) 866-6074 GT/Antrim (TM Last names M-Z) Joyce Wilson (231) 534-7769 (231) 631-8917 GT/Antrim (TM Last names A-L) Greg Bailey (231) 534-7740 (231) 492-4976 Leelanau (TM Last names M-Z) Steven Alberts (231) 534-7743 (231) 631-6095 Leelanau (TM Last names A-L) Robbin Raphael (231) 534-7824 (231) 492-4352 Benzie/Manistee Barbara Kenwabikise (231) 534-7066 (231) 631-0281 Charlevoix GTB NEWS 7

YOUTH SERVICES

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EDUCATION

SUTTONS BAY INDIGENOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM (TITLE VI) Thursday; November 17th 2022 6:00 -7:00 pm High School Media Center Suttons Bay Indigenous Education Program meets the last Thursday of each month beginning in September and continuing though May. Here our parent committee creates a program to work towards building cultural identity within our families, creates cultural awareness for our district community, and encourages academic achievement by supporting students until graduation.

If you are a parent or guardian of a Native American student of Suttons Bay K-12 Public schools, please join us to open the school year 22/23! Our program serves any federally recognized tribal members, first and second generation descendants.

Any questions regarding enrollment or program information contact Title VI program director Samantha TwoCrow.

Samantha TwoCrow P: 231-492-3233 E: twocrows@suttonsbayschools.com A: 500 Elm Street, P.O. Box 367 Suttons Bay, MI 49682 W: www.SuttonsBaySchools.com SUTTONS BAY PUBLIC SCHOOL INDIGENOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM BUDGET FY 2022-2023 Budget

Title VI Allocation 2022-2023

37,552

Director Salary

23,672

Benefits (Retirement 44.88%, FICA 7.65%, Insurance)

13,880 37,552

Total Title VI Grant

2% Funding from GTB Projected Allocation 2022-2023

100,000

Director Salary

18,314

HS Mentor Salary (.5 FTE)

23,024

Total Benefits (Retirement 44.88%, FICA 7.65%, Insurance)

31,862

Purch Serv - POW WOW

4,500

Cultural Studies Programming/Speakers/Supplies

17,300

Other - Miscellaneous

5,000

100,000

Total 2% Grant

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EDUCATION

EDUCATION

That’s My Story . . .

We Are Water Protectors - 2020 Youth Carole Lindstrom, Turtle Mountain Band of Ojibwe

Kitchi Minogining Tribal School & Centers for Lifelong Learning

Water is the first medicine.

It affects and connects us all . . .

When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth And poison her people’s water, one young water protector Takes a stand to defend Earth’s most sacred resource.

Indian No More

–2019

Middle Grades

Charlene Willing McManis, Umpqua/Traci Sorell, Cherokee Nation citizen

Regina Petit's family has always been Umpqua and living on the Grand Ronde reservation is all ten-year-old Regina has ever known. But when the federal government signs a bill into law that says Regina's tribe no longer exists, Regina becomes "Indian no more" overnight. In this moving middle-grade novel drawing upon Umpqua author Charlene Willing McManis's own tribal history, Regina must find out: Who is Regina Petit? Is she Indian? Is she American? And will she and her family ever be okay?

Killers of the Flower Moon:

Adapted for Young Readers: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI – 2021 Middle Grades

David Grann

This book is an essential resource for young readers to learn about the Reign of Terror against the Osage people--one of history's most ruthless and shocking crimes.

In this adaptation of the adult bestseller, David Grann revisits his gripping investigation into the shocking crimes against the Osage people. The book is a searing indictment of the callousness and prejudice toward Native Americans that allowed the murders to occur for so long.

Murder on the Red River –

2017 Adult - Marcie R. Rendon White Earth Anishinabe 1st in the Cash Blackbear series

Set in 1970s along Red River Valley, Marcie R. Rendon's gripping new mystery follows the life of a young Ojibwe woman as she struggles to come to terms with the callous murder of a Native American stranger, bringing to life the gritty, dark reality of a flawed foster care system and the oppression of indigenous people.

Renee "Cash" Blackbear, a 19-year-old, tough-as-nails, resilient Ojibwe woman, has lived all her life in Fargo. She has one friend, Sheriff Wheaton, who's also her guardian and helped her out of the broken foster care system. Together they must work to solve a murder across cultures in a rural Midwest community layered in racism, genocide, and oppression.

FOR MORE GREAT READS

Check out the GTB Heritage Library Francis Carew, Librarian GTB Tribal Education Office Cindi McIlrath, Teacher

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534-7752 534-7760 534-7759

Hope you all had a great summer!

Stop in at any of the classrooms and sign up for a class or two.

We offer:

High School Diploma Program Adult High School Completion GED Preparation Classes College Placement Test Prep Employability Skills Pre-Certification Classes And more!!

Call or stop by and see Cindi at the Traverse City Classroom, the Peshawbestown Classroom on Tuesdays, or by appointment in Charlevoix/East Jordan and Benzie Cindi McIlrath | P: 231.534.7759 | cindi.mcilrath@gtb-nsn.gov

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"We will be known foreve by the tracks we leave."

—Unknown

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HOUSING

HOUSING HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE Offered by GTB HOUSING

NAHASDA Rental Subsidy Assistance

EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR

*Please note the differences in the programs*

✔ $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

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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

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.

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)

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.

For more information please contact:

HOUSING TENANTS After Hrs. Emergency Number 231-866-1290

Nikki Diaz Administrative Assistant 231-534-7800 Joe Kaubenaw Occupancy Specialist – GTB rental info Down Payment Information/Homebuyer Education Emmett Marlow Occupancy Specialist – GTB rental info

231-534-7803

Tarik Bouguettaya

231-534-7886

Emergency Home Repair, Handicap Accessibility Program

231-534-7802

Nicki Basch Department Manager 231-534-7449 www.gtbindians.org/housing_dept.asp GTB NEWS 11

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PUBLIC SAFETY

PUBLIC SAFETY Be Prepared For A Power Outage Extended power outages may impact the whole community and the economy.

PREPARE NOW

SURVIVE DURING

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Take an inventory now of the items you need that rely • on electricity.

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Talk to your medical provider about a power outage plan for medical devices powered by electricity and refrigerated medicines. Find out how long medication can • be stored at higher temperatures and get specific guidance • for any medications that are critical for life.

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Plan for batteries and other alternatives to meet your needs when the power goes out.

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Sign up for local alerts and warning systems. Monitor • weather reports.

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Install carbon monoxide detectors with battery backup Determine whether your home phone will work in a power outage and how long battery backup will last.

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Review the supplies that are available in case of no power. Have flashlights with extra batteries for every household member. Have enough nonperishable food and

restored.

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Keep mobile phones and other electric equipment charged and gas tanks full.

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Check on your neighbors. Older adults and young children are especially vulnerable to extreme temperatures.

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Turn off or disconnect appliances, equipment, or electronics. Power may return with momentary “surges” or “spikes” that can cause damage.

BE SAFE AFTER

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When in doubt, throw it out! Throw away any food that has been exposed to temperatures 40 degrees or higher for two hours or more, or that has an unusual odor, color, or texture.

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If the power is out for more than a day, discard any medication that should be refrigerated, unless the drug’s label says otherwise. If a life depends on the refrigerated drugs, consult a doctor or pharmacist and use medicine only until a new supply is available.

Use a thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer so that you can know the temperature when the power is

Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Generators, camp stoves, or charcoal grills should always be used outdoors and at least 20 feet away from windows. Never use a gas stove top or oven to heat your home.

Go to a community location with power if heat or cold is extreme.

water.

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Use food supplies that do not require refrigeration.

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in central locations on every level of your home.

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Keep freezers and refrigerators closed. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours. Use coolers with ice if necessary. Monitor temperatures with a thermometer.

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FIRE & RESCUE

FIRE & RESCUE The Dangers of Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion batteries play an important part in everyday life and have become the industry standard for rechargeable batteries that are common in many home electronics. When lithium-ion batteries overheat, are used the wrong way, or are defective, they are prone to explosions which can result in injuries and fires.

Use these safety tips to help avoid lithium-ion battery injuries:

Thanksgiving Fire Facts & Tips • • •

Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with more than three times the daily average for such incidents.

Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked second and third, with both having nearly twice the daily average.

Unattended cooking was by far the leading contributing factor in cooking fires and fire deaths.

Cooking causes half (49%) of all reported home fires and more than two of every five (42%) home fire injuries, and it is the second leading cause of home fire deaths (20%).

Top Thanksgiving Cooking Safety Tips • • • • • • •

Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stove top so you can keep an eye on the food.

Stay in the home when cooking your turkey, and check on it frequently.

Keep children away from the stove. The stove will be hot and kids should stay three feet away.

Make sure kids stay away from hot food and liquids. The steam or splash from vegetables, gravy or coffee could cause serious burns.

Keep knives out of the reach of children.

Be sure electric cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate warmer or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy reach of a child.

Make sure your smoke alarms are working. Test them by pushing the test button.

Recipe for Preventing Turkey Fryer Fires Frying food is the greatest risk of cooking fires. Consider the dangers or risks before using a turkey fryer.

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Turkey fryers can easily tip over, spilling hot cooking oil over a large area.

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An overfilled cooking pot will cause cooking oil to spill when the turkey is put in, and a partially frozen turkey will cause cooking oil to splatter when put in the pot.

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Without thermostat controls, deep fryers can overheat oil to the point of starting a fire.

The sides of the cooking pot, lid and pot handles can get dangerously hot.

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For more information and resources, visit: www.usfa.fema.gov.

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HEALTHCARE SERVICES

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Healthcare Services

LETS HEAL TELEHEALTH BETTER HEALTH

Medical care from the comfort of home with a Smartphone or Computer. Lets Heal is available for GTB Tribal Members & patients of the GTB Health Department

Call Us: 231-534-7478

Condition Services

Allergies, Bladder Infection/UTI, Cough, Cold and Flu Symptoms, Fever, Headaches, Nausea, Rashes, Sinus Issues, Sore Throat, Follow-up appointments. List is not all-inclusive!

Service Accessibility

Completed on your Phone or Tablet, with the Lets Heal app, available for IOS and Android.

Download Lets Heal on the App Store and Google Play. Visit your Provider using a computer with a camera.

24/7 Urgent Care

GTB Tribal Members in the 6-County Service Area have access to 4 covered, 24/7 Urgent Care visits with Lets Heal providers.

Why Choose Our Service?

No need to schedule childcare Less exposure to illness Easy to fit into your schedule No missing visits due to inclement weather For those who live far from the clinic NO COST for service & NO LIMITS on visits with GTB providers 2300 N. Stallman Road Peshawbestown, MI 49682

HOW TO SIGNUP?

Have an e-mail address handy (required). *E-mail addresses cannot be shared between individuals.

Call “Lets Heal” Coordinator at 231-534-7478 Your account will be created for you!

You will receive an email welcoming you to the service.

HOW TO USE THE SERVICE?

Schedule an appointment by calling the Clinic 231-534-7200 Once your appointment is scheduled, you will receive an email with instructions on how to start your visit Enter the visit 10-15 minutes before your scheduled visit

http://gtbindians.org/letsheal.asp

If you’re having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest hospital

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HEALTHCARE SERVICES

November 1st- National Tooth Brush Day!

Is celebrated after the spooky (and candyfilled) holiday of Halloween as a reminder to clean your teeth after eating sweet and sugary foods. Be sure to practice good home oral hygiene by brushing your teeth with fluoridated toothpaste at least twice a day for two minutes.

If possible, don’t rinse your mouth out immediately after brushing to allow the fluoride to strengthen your teeth. It is also a good idea to brush and floss after eating or drinking foods that have high sugar content, or sticky on your teeth, to prevent the formation of cavities.

The Right Toothbrush

Kids should use a soft toothbrush. The size and shape of the brush should allow them to reach all areas of their mouth. Replace toothbrushes every 3-4 months, sooner if the bristles are worn out or if your children have been sick.

Attack Plaque!

Plaque is a sticky film of germs that forms on teeth and gums after eating. Plaque that’s not removed by brushing twice a day and flossing once a day can lead to cavities.

November is American Diabetes Month Diabetes mellitus is a disease that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is an important source of energy for the cells that make up the muscles and tissues. It is also the brain's main source of fuel.

Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (sucrose) and glucose from carbohydrates for immediate energy. Or, insulin allows the body to store glucose for future use. These metabolic activities keeps your blood sugar level from getting too high (hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia). In diabetics, the pancreas does not function. This leads to excess sugar in the blood. Too much sugar in the blood can lead to serious health problems.

Diabetes can start at any age. Type 1 diabetes often starts during childhood or teen years. Type 2 diabetes is more common in people 40+ years.

Potentially reversible diabetes conditions include prediabetes and gestational diabetes. Prediabetes happens when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but are not high enough to be called diabetes.

Prediabetic's can take steps to prevent the disease. Gestational diabetes happens during pregnancy.

Some of the symptoms of diabetes are thirst, urinating often, weight fluctuation, feeling tired, weak, or shaky, having mood changes,

Tooth To-Dos

✔ Encourage your kids to brush with a fluoride toothpaste.

✔ Use a pea-sized dab of fluoride toothpaste for kids ages 3-6, and use slightly more when they’re older.

✔ Teach them to spit

out the toothpaste when they’re done so they don’t swallow it.

✔ For kids under

age 3, as soon as your child’s teeth start to come into the mouth, brush using a children’s toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste in an amount no more than the size of a grain of rice.

✔ Help your kids place the toothbrush at an

Oral Cancer Awareness Month Patients with a history of alcohol and tobacco use have a higher incidence of oral cancer and these patients often aren’t aware that there is any issue. Regular dental exams can help in the early detection of oral cancer and provide better treatment outcomes for the patient. Be sure to regularly attend the dentist to not only care for your teeth, but to also care for the soft tissues. Signs of irregular lesions may include masses, lumps, bumps, discolored tissue, or painful tissue.

angle against their gums.

✔ Make sure they move the brush back and forth, gently, in short strokes.

✔ Help them brush the front, back, and top of teeth.

✔ Teach them to brush their tongue to remove germs and freshen breath.

blurry vision, infections, such as gum, skin, vaginal infections and slow-healing sores.

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AIAN) have higher rates diabetes than any other US racial group.

The Native Diabetes Wellness Program is a Center for Disease Control program which honors AIAN cultural practices and western science. The Native Diabetes Wellness Program supports tribal efforts to reclaim traditional foods. If AIAN ate only the preColumbian diet, they would be far healthier, including less diabetes.

If you have diabetes, a healthy mouth is even more important. High blood sugar weakens white blood cells. These are your body’s soldier-cells to fight infections.

If the sugar level is high in the blood, it is high in the saliva, too. Bacteria which form plaque, a sticky film, use sugar as food.

These bacteria can cause tooth decay & gum disease. Both conditions can lead to tooth loss.

out of control, making diabetes harder to manage.

How diabetes can take its toll on oral health: • Less saliva causes a dry mouth.

• Gums may become inflamed & bleed.

• Loose teeth.

• Infections & sores in the mouth can take longer to heal.

• Pain Regular dental visits are important. Here are a few more important tips: • Brush at least 2x's a day with fluoride toothpaste.

• Floss at least 1x a day.

• Tell your dentist if you have diabetes.

• If you smoke, quit. Smoking increases your risk of gum disease & can worsen your diabetes.

When you have diabetes, high blood sugar can take a toll on your entire body — including your teeth and gums. The good news? Prevention is in your hands. Take charge of your dental health.

Lots of fresh fruits and vegetables are recommended for diabetics. Tooth loss makes it difficult to chew and digest fresh fruits and vegetables. Without healthy teeth, diabetics tend to eat soft, processed food, These foods, which are high in carbohydrates, cause dangerous plaque, which leads to more dental disease. Dental disease itself can cause insulin levels to fluctuate. This unhealthy cycle can spiral GTB NEWS 15

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HUMAN & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

HUMAN & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Talking Circle

Behavioral Health Services ZOOM Wednesday's 10:30AM- 11:30AM Zoom Meeting Code: 965 5550 8713 Password: sobertalk Join Scott on Wednesday’s via Zoom for a virtual talking circle Wellbriety meeting.

Questions, contact Scott 231-534-7247 or scott.scholten@ gtb-nsn.gov

Disseminate culturally based principles, values, and teachings to support healthy community development and servant leadership, and to support healing from alcohol, substance abuse, cooccurring disorders and intergenerational trauma.

Human Services Pantry Moved to the Lower Level- Medicine Lodge Available by APPOINTMENT ONLY by calling Andrea at 231-534-7910

NEW Applications

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ALL Human Services applications & forms can be found by scanning the QR code or visiting the link above.

Need additional Assistance? Call Andrea in Human Services 231-534-7010

Human Services 231-534-7910 Behavioral Health Services 231-534-7090

FOOD RESCUE MEDICINE LODGE PESHAWBESTOWN APPOINTMENT ONLY

Kathy Tahtinen Human Services Department Manager, 231-534-7255 Denise Johnson AFS Supervisor, 231-534-7124

Food Rescue, a program of Goodwill Northern Michigan

Food Rescue Delivered Monday’s Available AFTER 11am Schedule a pick-up time, Call Andrea 231-534-7910

For complete job listing, visit: https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/jobs

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FITNESS

STRONGHEART CENTER BENZIE FITNESS CENTER

BENZIE FITNESS CENTER HOURS MONDAY – FRIDAY 8AM – 5PM * Closed 12PM-1PM for lunch, HRS subject to chnage *

231-534-7820 BENZIE FITNESS STAFF Open Position- Gym Attendant 231-534-7831 Miigwech to Leisa Kennedy – Benzie Fitness Center Attendant – Chi-Miigwech for your service to GTB and we wish you all the best in your next endeavors!

NATIVE AMERICAN FITNESS COUNCIL PERSONAL TRAINING Training held in September on beautiful lands of Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe in Hinkley, Minnesota Leanne Alber, Strongheart Center Supervisor, NAFC Personal Trainer Contact Leanne for more info on personal training sessions!

MOVEMENT IS MEDICINE ~

BENZIE GYM ATTENDANT (PART TIME) For complete job listing, visit: https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/jobs

CHARLEVOIX FITNESS ROOM HOURS MONDAY – FRIDAY 8AM – 5PM * Closed 12PM-1PM for lunch, HRS subject to chnage * GTB NEWS 17

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NATURAL RESOURCES

NATURAL RESOURCES HFGT LICENSES 2022-2023

DEER CHECK STATION NOVEMBER 15TH - DECEMBER 15TH

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.

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.

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

Deer Check Station (CWD Testing)

GTB NRD Drop Off Station 3505 Putnam Rd Peshawbestown, MI Contact information Main Line – (231) 534-7500 Dan Mays, Inland Biologist – (231) 534-7291

https://bit.ly/GTB_HuntingRegs

DEER & TURKEY HARVEST TAGS ARE AVAILABLE!

WHAT IS CWD? CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE

White-Tail Deer:

Bow/ Crossbow w/ Edge-bladed Spear (Private, Public, Tribal Lands) Day after Labor Day through Sunday of the First full weekend of January.

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).

Firearm Closed: November 1 through November 14.

Firearm/Muzzleloader/AirGun/Suppressed Firearm (Non-Tribal Private Land with Owner Consent) Any firearm season open to state licensed hunters is open to GTB Tribal Citizens.

November 15 through Sunday of the First Full Weekend in January.

Wild Turkey:

Season One: September 15 through November 15 Harvest: 5 birds (either sex).

For more information, please call 231-534-7500

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

WHAT IS CWD?

Firearm/Muzzleloader/Air Gun (Public, Tribal, and Tribal Owners/Lessee Land) Day after Labor Day through October 31. November 15 through the Sunday of the first full Weekend in January.

CWD is similar to mad cow disease, scrapie in sheep, and CreutzfeldtJakob 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 Spleen Lymph nodes

Wear gloves and avoid these organs as much as possible!

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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

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AGRICULTURAL & FOOD SOVEREIGNTY

AGRICULTURAL & FOOD SOVEREIGNTY NOVEMBER ARGICUL TURAL FOOD S OVEREIGNTY Lets Grow To gether garden, it should provide various nectar producing flowers, shelter or shelter-providing plants for pollinators, and avoid the use of pesticides.

Suttons Bay and Northport School Farm Markets Working with Northwest Education Services with grant funding, Suttons Bay and Northport Public Schools put on a farm market for the kids in October. The Agriculture & Food Sovereignty Department was able to support these events as a vendor. The kids, many of which were GTB Youth, were able to take vouchers or money to the participating vendors to learn how to shop local. Other vendors included MSU Extension, TLC Farm, and 9 Bean Rows Farm.

Nearly 300 kids participated in the event, and the GTB Ag Dept was able to distribute nearly $500 in local, organically grown produce

Why Pollinators Are Important

farm effort. She has harvested potato in the near-freezing rain, wrote a grant to get a 8x12 shed installed on site, and help garner support from other Charlevoix area elders. Many thanks Virginia and all you other GTB Elders who have participated for your hard work and dedication.

to eager kids. Pumpkins were a popular item, but surprisingly so Workshops and were garlic and carrots! What a great event, a big Miigwech to Community Distribution all the event partners who helped facilitate this great event for the Many thanks to all the community kids. members who have supported and taken part in our programming Charlevoix Farm this season. Here is a list of some The Charlevoix Farm has had its of the events and distribution inaugural year and it has been efforts we have provided this very productive. Here you can year: see photos taken during spring and summer and fall to see just - 2022 Vegetable Plant Givehow much it has grown! Also Away: Over $ shown are photos of Virginia - Give-Away GTB Food Pantry & Fields helping harvest the Gete- Satellite Offices Okosomin Squash. Virginia has - Sales to EDC & Govt been a HUGE supporter of the Programming - Free Pumpkins - 2 Field Trips from local schools

What is a Pollinator Garden A pollinator garden is a type of garden designed with the intent of growing specific nectar and pollen-producing plants, in a way that attracts pollinating insects known as pollinators.

Pollinators aid in the production of one out of every three bites of food consumed by humans, and pollinator gardens are a way to offer support for these species. In order for a garden to be considered a pollinator

"Pollinators are important to our food system. To revisit some basic plant science, pollination is the transfer of pollen from the male structure of a flower to the female structure of a different flower of the same species.

A flower must be pollinated in order for fertilization to occur, with fruit and seed production dependent upon fertilization. Approximately 75 percent of all food crops grown in the United States depend on pollinator animals such as insects, reptiles, birds and some mammals.

All of the tree fruit and small fruit (except grapes) grown in Michigan are dependent on animal pollinators."

-Michigan State University

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ANTRIM - BENZIE - GRAND TRAVERSE - LEELANAU - KALKASKA Social Media Marketing for your Business: Part 1 of 2 November 17, 2022 12:00pm EDT FREE LIVE EVENT (ONLINE)

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.

Understanding the critical 7 steps for an effective social media strategy is key to business success. We’ll review what you really need to know about the proper care and feeding of your social media platforms and learn tips and tools to manage content.

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.

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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:

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:

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.

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

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

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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.

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Classifieds 100 Employment 105 Lost and Found 110 For Rent 115 For Sale 120 Announcements

100 Employment Government Operations 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 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 Cultural Department Manager (FT) Associate degree* Previous experience working with the, Elders, Museum, Anishinabemowin and Culture.

2-4 years of experience in cultural, traditional & spiritual way of life. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$63,318 9.29.22-10.6.22 Dental Assistant (FT) Associates Degree in Applied Science in Dental Assisting Certified Dental Assistant-CDA or Registered Dental-RDA Assistant with expanded duties.

Certification in Radiology and CPR. -$19.52/hr 9.2.21-until filled Early Head Start Assistant Teacher (FT)

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Child Development Associate (CDA) required. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required. Experience working with infants/children. Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required. Candidates hired with an Associate Degree must sign an agreement that they will obtain a Bachelor Degree in ECE/CD within 2-4 years of being hired.

-$12.83/hr 3.15.22-until filled

-$12.78/hr 8.11.21-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

(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

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

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

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

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

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 (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 Facilities Utility Worker 1st shift (FT) High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Experience in commercial building maintenance preferred.

Carpentry, plumbing and electrical repair experience preferred. Knowledge of safety procedures and safety equipment recommended for use during the course of duty.

(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

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 Internal Auditor (FT) An Associate's Degree in Accounting or Business related field. Must have experience in auditing or compliance.

Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$57,729 8.16.22-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 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 Maintenance II (FT) Must have a high school diploma or GED. Be certified in an area related to maintenance or building trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or HVAC. Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

-$20.00/hr 7.18.22-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 Referral Coordinator (FT) High school diploma required or GED. Medical record certification preferred.

Prior experience working in a family practice setting preferred. Must have knowledge of medical terminology. Should be knowledgeable of accreditation standards.

-$18.40/hr 8.29.22-until filled Tribal Attorney (FT) J.D. from an accredited law school required. Admittance into a state bar with willingness to take the Michigan Bar Exam or obtain reciprocity admittance if admitted in another state is required; recent law school graduates must secure admission to the Michigan Bar within three bar exam cycles. Preferred candidates are recent graduates or those with less than 2yrs experience as a practicing attorney.

-$DOE 8.23.22-until filled (2) 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-year 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

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. Minimum one year 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 or equivalent. Minimum of three years 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 and protected per contract specifications.

Requires minimum of 3yrs 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 and technical drawings. Forklift license and overhead crane permits (company trained). Good organizational skills and detail oriented. Good communication skills. High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of

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Advertisements one-year 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

and final plans for highways, bridges, drainage structures, municipal utilities, roadway lighting, traffic control devices, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and miscellaneous highway facilities.

-$70,000 - $80,000, Wages commensurate w/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 minimum of 5 years 10 years’ experience in project management in the construction field Excellent communication skills Strong work ethics and selfmotivated 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, Wages commensurate w/experience.

115 For Sale 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

Peshawbestown, MI 49682 --Send letter of interest for Compensation Committee appointment to: Attention: Compensation Committee c/o Tribal Manager’s Office --Send letter of interest for Tribal Chairman appointment to: Attention: Tribal Chairman’s Office More information visit: www.gtbindians.org/Postings. asp Jake Maples Player of the Week Jake Maples is my nephew his parents are Kathleen and Scott Maples (Rives Junction, MI), his grandparents are Robert and Diane Lewis (Peshawbestown, MI).Jake was named Player of the Week at Grand Valley State University! Leading Grand Valley to sweep over in-state foe Ferris State, Maples was an absolute force at the plate.

In 3 games he went 7-for-12 (.583 BA) with 1 double, 3 home runs, 4 runs scored, 2 stolen bases and 6 RBI! -Shtaataahaa Aiden Raphael Jr. Golf National Championship

Aiden is now 10 yr. old and he is following in his Fathers foot steps. Grandson of Robbin Raphael and son of Bear Raphael will be participating in Jr. Golf National Championship a very proud Mother / Grandmother

140 Legal Notice NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED LAND CLAIMS DISTRIBUTION CHECKS The following individuals have unclaimed land claims distribution checks: Santana Perez

120 Announcements 45-Day Posting Compensation Committee Vacancies

BSSW Manufacturing Supervisor (2nd Shift) (Charlevoix) (FT) Minimum 5 years’ experience in Metal Processing, Machining, Laser/PLAS, Fabrication with knowledge of Welding and Painting.

-$20-24/hr Wages commensurate w/experience.

(3) committee vacancies: and (2) full term appointment to be filled by the Compensation Committee for a 3-year term.(1) partial term -Interested registered voters of GTB membership who are not currently employed by the GTB government, EDC gaming enterprises, or the Grand Traverse Resort are encouraged to submit a letter of interest to the Tribal Chairman’s office. NOTE: you must reside in GTB’s sixcounty service area to serve on this committee.

-The Tribal Councilors’ Salary Ordinance states that the establishment of the Compensation Committee is to address the questions of compensation, allowances and benefits for Tribal Council positions.

Project Engineer (Traverse City) (FT) Compiles and analyzes engineering data and prepares conclusions and recommendations. Designs and prepares preliminary

--Send letter of interest for Tribal Council appointments to: Tribal Council GTB of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians 2605 NW Bayshore Drive

Please be advised that all payments to Grand Traverse Band members under the Michigan Indian Land Claims Settlement Act have been issued. The Office of Management and Budget intends to close the land claims account and transfer any remaining funds to GTB’s elder’s trust fund no later than January 31, 2023. If you are named above and would like to receive your land claims distribution, please contact Christina Loucks at (231) 534-7131 or christina.loucks@gtb-nsn.gov.

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For kids born just before and during the pandemic, the world has been very small. But now that the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine is authorized for those 6 months and up … it’s about to get a whole lot bigger.

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