FLANDREAU SANTEE SIOUX TRIBE 2023 ELECTION NOTICE SPECIAL ELECTION - REFERENDUM

On July 26, 2023, Ryan Kills-A-Hundred (Sponsor) filed a referendum petition in accordance with Article VII, Section 1 of the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Constitution and Title 20 of the Law and Order Code. The Tribal Secretary transmitted the petitions to the Election Board who is tasked with verifying the submission.

The Election Board found that the Petition was filed within ninety (90) days of the action in which it seeks to review, that the petitions were signed by more than thirty (30) percent of the qualified voters of the Tribe, and that the other requirements of Title 20 were satisfied. It therefore finds that the referendum petition is valid, and a Special Election must be conducted.

Referendum Presented

BACKGROUND: On Thursday, June 29, 2023, the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Executive Committee, during a duly called meeting, removed Ryan Kills-A-Hundred as Treasurer of the Tribe with a vote of 4 for, 2 against, and 1 not voting.

REFERENDUM VOTE: Should the Executive Committee action on Thursday, June 29, 2023 to remove Ryan Kills-A-Hundred as the Treasurer of the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe be reversed?

 If Yes, Ryan Kills-A-Hundred would return to the role of Treasurer for the Tribe.

 If No, the decision of the Executive Committee will be upheld.

Friday, July 28, 2023

Important Election Dates

Eligible Voter’s List Published at Tribal Office

A member may challenge the exclusion of his or her name from the list by submitting a written challenge to the board within five (5) days of publication of the voters list.

August 14-25, 2023

Absentee Ballots for Special Election

Absentee Ballots for the Special Election may be obtained from the Tribal Office during normal business hours.

Monday, August 28, 2023

FSST SPECIAL ELECTION

Polling will be held at Eastman Hall, and Polls open from 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

BROOKINGS: 605-692-4711 ▪ FLANDREAU: 605-997-3132 24 Hour Emergency Service

Option 1

COMMERCIAL

BROOKINGS

605-692-4711

FLANDREAU

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Option 3

BROOKINGS

FSST Health Clinic Accounts Receivable/Billing Specialist

605-692-4711

LPN/Float

FLANDREAU

605-997-3132

Summary: This position works to ensure the accurate submission of all claims to third party payers according to policy and billing regulations and the collection and posting of accounts to third party payers of the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Health Center. The Accounts Receivable Billing Specialist is responsible for making sure accounts are being reimbursed correctly and in a timely manner from all insurance companies. The ARB Specialist ensures revenue by verifying and posting receipts resolving discrepancies when required.

Education/Experience: High School diploma or GED required. Minimum of two (2) years of medical billing experience required. Vocational training in medical billing a plus. Provider credentialing experience preferred. RPMS and eProvider Solution experience preferred; working knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of basic medical coding practices.

605-692-4711

Must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and P.L. 101-630 background investigation.

FLANDREAU

Summary: FT position (40 hrs.) Monday – Friday. Assisting physician and/or mid-level in clinic environment. Rooming patients, obtaining medical histories, assessments and other nursing skills directed to direct patient care. Assists with procedures and supports specialty providers and other nursing clinical services.

Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Possession of a valid and current CPR certification. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Basic computer skills.

Must submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and P.L. 101-630 background investigation. Must have a valid drivers’ license.

605-997-3132

Applications are available online at fsst-nsn.gov. May attach or email resume to Roxee.johnson@ihs.gov. or 403 W. Broad Ave., P.O. Box 329, Flandreau, SD 57028. For questions call 605-573-4126.

24 Hour Emergency Service

Option 4

Applications are available at the Tribal Health Center or Tribal office. You can access an online application at fsst-nsn.org. Submit applications/resume to Roxee Johnson, HR Manager, 403 W. Broad Ave., Flandreau, SD 57028. For questions call (605) 573-4126.

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Madison, South Dakota (605) 256-9156

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