July 2023

KBIC NEWS

ABITA NIIBINI GIIZIS – MIDSUMMER MOON

KBIC Education Honors High School Graduates

2023 TRIBAL COUNCIL

Doreen Blaker, President

Toni J. Minton, Vice President

Elizabeth "Liz" Julio, Secretary

Robert R.D. Curtis, Jr, Asst. Secretary

Theodore "Austin" Ayres, Treasurer

Eddy Edwards

Everett Ekdahl, Jr.

Sue Ellen Elmblad

Randall Haataja

Kim Klopstein

Susan J. LaFernier

Rodney Loonsfoot

IN THIS ISSUE

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

CEO'S CORNER

SPRING 2% DISTRIBUTIONS

ANISHINAABE DENTAL OUTREACH EDUCATION

The KBIC Education Department and Committee organized the 2023 Graduation Banquet to honor our accomplished high school graduates. The banquet was held on Thursday, June 8 at the Zeba Hall. Graduates and their families enjoyed a dinner prepared by Jamie Jones, along with a dessert, and drumming by Woodland Singers.

Several faculty and school board members from L'Anse and Baraga schools were in attendance, along with President Doreen Blaker who gave a congratulatory speech to the graduates.

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President Doreen Blaker speaking to the graduates and guests

Office of the President

Boozhoo KBIC,

For the month of June, the Tribal Council had four Regular Meetings and one Special Meeting. The Tribal Council took action on the following items listed below.

06/07/2023 Regular Meeting

Approved the First Nations Telehealth Services Agreement for one prescriber and three therapists.

Approved the Upper Hand bid of $114,900 for Tribal facilities window replacements.

Approved the Window Outfitters bid for $172, 595 for Tribal facilities door replacements.

Approved the sole source bid of $206,875 from Johnson Controls Building

Approved KB-035-2023 Pawmawjaw Loonsfoot Timber Harvest

Amended the Marquette Fence Company Service Agreement for additional costs of $110.72 for a total of $12,919.72.

Approved KB-034-2023Native American Fish and Wildlife Service (NAFWS) Membership

Approved KB-032-2023 Baraga County 2% payments

Approved KB-033-2023 Marquette County 2% payments

Second Reading of Proposed Ordinance 2023-01

Ordinance Adopting and Enacting a New Code for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Scheduled the Third Reading for 06/28/2023 at 10 am.

Third Reading of Proposed Ordinance 2023-01 –

Amendments to 10.1 Definitions and General Provisions and 10.2 Commercial and Subsistence Fishing.

Approved Ordinance 2023-01 – Amendments to 10 0 Definitions and General Provisions and 10 2 Commercial and Subsistence Fishing.

06/14/2023 Regular Meeting

Amended the 2% distribution (went over by $221.69 originally- Baraga Area Schools)

Hired Paul Mooney for the Assistant Attorney position

Approved $66,400 for the Tri-Media Feasibility Study (IHS) for a sewer extension in Zeba.

Approved KB-036-2023 SNB Corporate Resolution of Board of Directors Authority

Approve $500 donation to Bay Cliff Health Camp

Approved $896 donation to Tony Selkey Memorial Golf Tournament

Approved $500 donation for Ojibwa Campground

Celebration Kiddy parade on July 2nd

06/16/2023 Special Meeting

Approved of a letter being sent to inform a non-tribal person they are not allowed on KBIC properties.

KB-037-2023 – no action taken

06/21/2023 Regular Meeting

Approved MOU with

Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council

Approved Data Use Agreement with Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center.

Approved IHS Business Associate Agreement

Approved Telemedicine Provider Credentialing and Privileging Agreement.

Approved the Tier IIB Services Tri-Media Feasibility Study Agreement (Zeba sewer project)

Approved the Tier IIB Services Agreement for Cook Sign Services

06/28/2023 Regular Meeting

Approved KBIC Child Support Consulting Agreement for IV-D Program.

Passed Ordinance 2023-02 – Adopting and Enacting a New Code for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Authorized Solid Waste Facility part-time employees four hours of holiday pay due to closure of the Greenland waste facility on July 4.

Approved the Tier IIB Johnson Controls Services Agreement.

Approved the boat bid by Boat Sport Marine & Powersports of $51,084.

Approved KB-038-2023 Jeremy W Kinnunen Recreational Lease

Approved KB-039-2023 KBICNRD Land Use Request

Approved Free-Use Harvesting Permit for James Lahti Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes.

Spring 2% Distributions

BARAGA RESOLUTION KB-032-2023

The 2% funds in the amount of $142,231 34 are available for distribution for Baraga County for the first half of the year 2023, with the request that this money be distributed as follows:

Baraga County Baraga Area Schools

Baraga Township/Bay Ambulance

City of Negaunee - U.P. Luge

MARQUETTE - RESOLUTION KB-033-2023

The 2% funds in the amount of $195,473.97 are available for distribution for Marquette County for the first half of the year 2023, with the request that this money be distributed as follows:

Forsyth Township-Trail Riders

Marquette County Recreation

Tourism Network/

Superior Watershed

Partnership/Marquette County

Health Department New Points

Harm Reduction Program/Marquette County

Health Department Suicide Prevention Alliance/Marquette County

Authority

CEO's Corner

Happy July everyone!

We are officially halfway through 2023 – very crazy to think about. Time needs to slow down sometimes

June saw beginning and ends, a beginning to our new KBIC branding and an end being the retirement of our Director of Substance Abuse Programs, Jeanne Hirzel. Jeanne has been an integral piece to our substance abuse services that KBIC offers for over 30 years. When I first came into my position, meeting Jeanne was a very pleasant surprise. I had always known of her within the community but never got to see firsthand her passion for helping others and her ability to make an impact from her generous smile to her knowledge of the accreditation, business, and clinical needs of the program

Congratulations, Jeanne! Well deserved

For the month of June, I:

Attended a KBIC Housing Developments Design Update meeting

Held interviews for Administrator of Substance Abuse

Met with The Nature Conservancy Regional Director, Julia Peterson

Attended a Keweenaw Heartlands Planning Committee meeting in Copper Harbor

Attended a CEO/CFO/Presidents monthly meeting

Met with ICWA Committee and TSS Department

Attended an informational meeting with NRD and Talon Metals

Met with Andy Chosa, Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions

Attended the KBIC Health Fair

Attended an MOU revisions meeting with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and KBIC

Participated in a Policy Review Workgroup meeting

Attended an Employee Picnic Committee meeting

Held two Indigenous Insight updates

Attended three Tribal Council meetings

Assisted in coordinating a two-day on-site Amplifund training for department grant leads and accounting staff

Held weekly and monthly department head update meetings

July looks to be another busy month with the 4th of July Holiday week, FY24 budget preparation beginning, our 45th Annual Maawanji’iding, and many more community and department events being promoted and prepared for.

All my best,

Brigitte

Retirement celebration for Jeanne Hirzel

The guest speaker for the evening was KBIC member Cheryne Clements. Cheryne owns Fit Body Boot Camp and resides in Marquette with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.

She inspired graduates and guests with her words of wisdom, which she called six small steps on How to Win the Day: #1 Don't hit snooze, #2 Drink at least 32 oz of water first thing in the morning; #3 Find and show gratitude, #4 GSD list that contains five things you need to get done that day, #5 Exercise-workout-move, and #6 have an all in mentality. She emphasized all six steps' importance and hoped guests would implement one immediately.

A highlight of the evening was the scholarships awarded and the presentation of gifts from the Education Committee, Tribal Council, Ojibwa Seniors, and Cultural Committee.

Liz Julio, Education Director, gave closing remarks, and the graduates left the event with a renewed sense of purpose and determination, ready to embark on their future endeavors with the support of their families, community, and the KBIC Education Department.

Cheryne Clements, guest speaker to the Class of 2023

July is Ultraviolet Rays Safety Awareness Month

UV are Ultraviolet rays come from the sun and from sunlamps and tanning beds. There are two types of UV rays that damage human skin: UVA and UVB

Lip cancer is oral cancer that is of special concern to dentists Lip cancer develops from abnormal squamous cells that grow out of control on the lips and on the skin surrounding the lips.

Lip cancer may not have any symptoms. What are signs and symptoms of possible lip cancer, which you should discuss with your dentist or doctor?

a sore, blister, ulcer, or lump on the mouth that doesn’t go away

a red or white patch on the lip

Cracked & bleeding that doesn’t go away pain or numbness on the lips

Wear a wide-brimmed hat that provides shade for the entire face, including lips.

Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds

Sand, concrete and water reflect UV rays, so cover up and wear sunscreen while outside. Snow and ice also reflect UV rays.

Protect children from the sun, because skin damage from UV rays early in life can lead to skin cancer later in life. Keep babies younger than 6 months out of direct sunlight

Dentists are often the first to notice lip cancer during a routine dental exam. Lip cancer is highly curable when diagnosed early. Most sores or lumps on the lips are not cancer, though

How can lip cancer be prevented?

Minimize exposure to the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the hours when UV rays are strongest. Apply chapstick with sunscreen 30 SPF before going outside Re-apply every two hours, even on cloudy days & after swimming or eating Some cosmetic lipsticks contain sunscreen. Consider using Zinc Oxide, although its opaqueness might be considered unattractive.

What behaviors increase the risk for lip cancer?

Using tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or chewing tobacco)

Heavy drinking of alcohol

Prolonged exposure UV rays (both natural sunlight and artificial)

Recognize that outdoor activities and outdoor work result in many hours outside

Having light-colored skin

Being male

Having had the human papillomavirus (HPV)

Being older than 40 years of age

Living nearer to the equator

How is lip cancer diagnosed? Dentists and doctors perform a physical exam of your lips and other parts of your mouth, head and neck to search for abnormalities. Dentists and doctors will also ask you about your:

health history

smoking and alcohol history

past illnesses

medical and dental treatments

family history of disease

any medications in use

If lip cancer is suspected, a referral to an oral surgeon is in order. A simple biopsy can confirm the diagnosis. During a biopsy, a small sample of the affected area is removed The sample is then reviewed in a laboratory under a microscope by a pathologist.

If the biopsy results confirm lip cancer, the oral surgeon and dentist and cancer specialist will determine the best course of treatment

Remember, lip cancer is highly curable when diagnosed early. Because many cases of lip cancer are first discovered by dentists, it is important to make and keep regular dental appointments.

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Jessica A. Rickert, DDS, Anishinaabe Dental Outreach

Baraga & Houghton County Schools Release Fourth Quarter

Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance

Baraga, L'Anse, and Chassell Schools have released grades for the fourth marking period The following KBIC students attained honor roll, perfect attendance, or both. Students marked with an asterisk indicate all A's.

Congratulations, and keep up the hard work!

Perfect Attendance

C. J. Sullivan Elementary School

Kindergarten

Brodie Voakes

1st Grade

Kennadie Forcia

Xavier DeCota

3rd Grade

Izaiah DeCota

4th Grade

Brady Curtis

5th Grade

Yancey DeCota

Honor Roll

C.J. Sullivan Elementary School

5th Grade

Lilianna LaPlante

Xander Seppanen

Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance C.J. Sullivan Elementary School

4th Grade

Derek Dix

Perfect Attendance

L'Anse Jr/Sr High School

7th Grade

Brendon Friisvall

Anen Maki

8th Grade

Matthew Stein

Honor Roll

L'Anse Jr/Sr High School

6th Grade

Neldelya Chosa

Alice Curtis

Kiera Dix

Michael Delich

Prestan Stevens

7th Grade

Breyelle Bowers*

Payton LeClaire

8th Grade

Kydan Dean

10th Grade

Rayleah Jacobs

12th Grade

Mariana Teikari

Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance

L'Anse Jr/Sr High School

9th Grade

Keyden Goodbird

12th Grade

Cassandra Zasadnyj

Perfect Attendance

Philip LaTandresse

Elementary School

1st Grade

Jayden Lauritsen

Brighton Gauthier

4th Grade

Kevin McIntyre

Honor Roll

Philip LaTandresse

Elementary School

5th Grade

Adrianna Kyllonen

Kadynce Loonsfoot

Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance

Philip LaTandresse

Elementary School

4th Grade

Kruze Ekdahl

Aaliyah Loonsfoot*

Perfect Attendance

Baraga Jr/Sr High School

11th Grade

Destin Gauthier

Honor Roll Baraga

Jr/Sr High School

6th Grade

Madyson Evans

7th Grade

Aiyanna Gauthier

Caleb Smith

8th Grade

Layla Loonsfoot

11th Grade

Dhanya Ekdahl

Thomas Rasanen

12th Grade

Kylie Michaelson

Javon Shelifoe

Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance Baraga Jr/Sr High School

8th Grade

Noah Evans

10th Grade

Rylee Holm

11th Grade

Christina Anderson

Kamrin Kahkonen

Honor Roll

Chassell Area Schools

5th Grade

Michael Rothenberger

KBIC Golf Camp Swinging into Summer Fun

The KBIC Youth Golf Camp is a thrilling summer program designed to introduce kids aged 7 to 14 to the wonderful world of golf The camp began on June 12, 2023, and we couldn't be more delighted to see the enthusiasm and passion of our young golfers at the beautiful L'Anse Golf Course.

The KBIC Youth Golf Camp aims to provide a fun and educational experience for children interested in learning and improving their golf skills Throughout the camp, experienced golf instructors have been working to create a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive and develop a love for the game.

Epic Paint Ball Battles Take Center Stage at the Niiwin Akeaa Community Center

The Niiwin Akeaa Community Center proved to be the perfect playground for paintball enthusiasts. Its fields offered a safe and controlled environment as youth gathered for two action-packed events in June. On June 16 and June 30, adrenaline-pumping paintball battles took place between participants, showcasing the camaraderie, strategy, and exhilaration that come with this adrenalinefueled sport

The June paintball battles were organized by the Youth Programs and Tribal Police.

Promise Neighborhoods Program Welcomes New Staff

Hi, my name is Heather Ochoa. I reside in L'Anse with my fiance and our children. I have 12 plus years of experience working with children 0-5 years old and three year's experience running a childcare center I graduated from KBOCC in December 2016 with my associate's in early childhood and in December 2022 with my associate's in business. I've recently been hired as the Promise Neighborhoods Pre-K Specialist. I will be going into different centers in Baraga County to teach children the skills they need to know to succeed in kindergarten

I look forward to working with the families and the community and getting to know your children to help them be successful.

Shelifoe Represents KBIC at U.P. All-Star Football Game

In a display of talent and determination, Javon Shelifoe, a proud member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, showcased his skills during the 2023 U P All-Star Football Game held on Saturday, June 25th. The event, which brought together standout high school football players from across Michigan's Upper Peninsula, proved to be a platform for Shelifoe to make a lasting impression.

The U P All-Star Football Game, an annual tradition celebrating the region's top football talent, took place at the Superior Dome in Marquette, with fans eagerly anticipating the exciting matchups between the best players in the area. Among the participants, Javon Shelifoe, a student-athlete from Baraga High School and a L'Anse Hornet Football team member, stood out for his exceptional skills and representation of the KBIC community. Javon started as right guard for the black team.

When asked about his experience, Shelifoe said, "I was very honored to play in the all-star game. Not many people get that experience."

Dasan Hawkshield Smith Accepts D1 Football Offer

On June 25, 2023, KBIC member Dasan Hawkshield Smith accepted a scholarship offer to play Division 1 football for Central Michigan.

During the month of June, Dasan spent time traveling and attending football camps in Iowa and Michigan, as well

as being invited to travel to various schools in Lower Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio to meet with coaches, players, and school officials about playing football for them.

Dasan was offered a Division 1 - full ride scholarship from schools in all three states He was even offered a Grand Valley State University, Division 2 scholarship The impact of making a decision that will ultimately set the path for Dasan for the next five years was an excellent experience for him.

After a couple of weeks of consideration, plus all the time and effort traveling, Dasan decided to commit to Central Signing an official scholarship will be set for a later date However, Dasan and the school have made it public, they offered him a full ride, and he was happy to accept it.

From his mother, Angela Abbott, "Dasan, we are so incredibly proud of all your hard work and determination! D1, full scholarship Excited to say you will be part of the Chippewa Family next year. Fire up Chips!"

Dasan was extremely grateful for all the opportunities offered, meeting with the coaches and players. Dasan will begin his senior year of high school this fall, continuing to play football for the Marquette Redmen

From your dad, Paul Smith, "No words can fully express how proud I am of you. You set your goals for yourself to be very high and targeted; then you focus on achieving them. You go above and beyond the norm every time you set your mind to something. You put your heart and soul into staying true to your core values while representing more than just yourself For that, I am your biggest fan Fire up Chips!"

Jordan Ekdahl for the BCLL Majors team Tigers rounds the bases after he hit his first home run.

Kroy Ekdahl for the BCLL Braves team connects with the ball for a nice base hit

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