Miisaninawiind :: June 7-13, 2021 |
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Boozhoo and welcome to the Miisaninawiind weekly newsletter!
The Miisaniinawind brings you important news, announcements and updates, designed specifically for the Red Cliff community. But that's not all. The weekly eNewsletter will also provide news about neighboring tribes, communities and broader issues across Indian Country that matter to you.
If you have photos, news or information you'd like to share, please email submissions to communications@redcliff-nsn.gov.
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Aho! Pow Wow Set for July 3-4 |
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The Pow Wow is set for July 3-4 at the Red Cliff Pow Wow Grounds located on Hwy 13 and Aiken Road in Red Cliff.
Grand Entries will happen at 1 PM and 7 PM on Saturday, and 12 PM on Sunday.
There is a $5 entrance fee. However, admission is FREE for those who show an official COVID-19 vaccination card.
There will be judged special performances and contests.
There will be a 15 drum limit - please preregister to participate!
The Red Cliff Pow Wow is open to all.
Click HERE for more information and details, or contact:
Pow Wow Coordinator: Demetri Morris 715-779-9463
Drum Pre-Registration: Marvin Defoe 715-209-0374
Vendor Information: Julie Gordon 715-779-3700
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Congratulations Bayfield School Class of 2021
Tribal Council Scholarship Winners Announced
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The Red Cliff Band would like to congratulate all graduating seniors from the Bayfield High School Class of 2021!
While the Red Cliff Education Department Honors Banquet was cancelled due to adverse weather, the JOM parent group, Red Cliff Tribe, and Red Cliff Education Department collaborated with the Bayfield School to honor the graduates during their rehearsal on Friday June 4.
Chi Miigwech to the Bayfield School staff, parents, guest speaker Gerald DePerry, Chairman Peterson and Council.
Each graduate received gifts and had a chance to win various raffle prizes.
The Tribal Council Scholarships were awarded to three graduates this year. Chloe Peacock, Andrea LaGrew, and Alexia LaGrew received their awards from Chairman Peterson, Vice Chairman Gordon, and Councilman Defoe.
Chi Miigwech to all involved!
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Summer Food Program Starts June 14
Free lunches and snacks for children ages 0-18
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The Summer Lunch Program will be providing free lunches and snacks for children aged 0-18. The program starts June 14 and will go through August 31.
Lunches and snacks will be served from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the following pick up sites:
Red Cliff Food Distribution
New Housing Park
Hillside Park
Birch Bark Park
Please contact 715-779-3706 or 715-779-3700 with any questions.
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The Red Cliff Tribal Council is set to meet on Monday June 7 at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino.
The regular session is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM.
Click HERE for the meeting agenda.
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Elderly Dining Center Set to Reopen July 12 |
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The Red Cliff Elderly Dining Center is scheduled to reopen for Congregate Dining beginning July 12. Food will be served from 12 PM - 1 PM.
Elders wishing to stay with Home Delivered Meals must provide a doctor's note. If you have already provided a doctor's note, you do not need to provide another one.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
Please call Elderly Director Anna Hanson with any questions at 715-779-3706.
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Proposed Burial Ordinance Open for Community Comment |
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The Red Cliff Ad Hoc Cemetery Committee and the Tribal Historic Preservation Department have proposed adding a Burial Ordinance to the Red Cliff Code of Laws.
Public comment on the proposal is encouraged. Please submit any comments on this proposal to the Tribal Administration Building. The Tribal Council will vote on this proposal at the June 22, 2021 Tribal Council Meeting.
The purpose of this proposed ordinance is to establish rules governing burial plots within the Red Cliff reservation. If approved, the policy states that burial lots are only permitted within tribally designated cemeteries. Burial on private lots outside of tribally designated cemeteries is specifically prohibited. Burials in designated cemeteries regulated under the proposed ordinance would be available to Red Cliff Tribal Members, their spouses, their children, and other individuals approved by the Cemetery Committee.
View the entire proposal and a presentation HERE.
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Proposed Code Change: Speed Limits |
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A change pertaining to Chapter 14 of the Red Cliff Code of Laws has been proposed to the Tribal Council. The change proposes lowering the speed limit to 15 MPH on portions of Butterfield Road, Old Housing Road, Pikes Road, Buffalo Road or any other road within 300 feet of any housing development.
Click HERE to view the entire proposal notice.
Public comment on this proposal is encouraged. Please drop your comments at the Tribal Administration Building. This proposal will be voted upon at the June 22 Tribal Council Meeting.
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VIM Work Group Now Accepting Orders
Work to be scheduled June 20 - 26, 2021
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The Volunteers in Mission-Ministry Group is now accepting work orders for work to be completed June 20-26. The VIM group offers free labor for a variety of projects and home repairs.
Work and needs may be prioritized based on number of requests and circumstances, such as disabled, elderly, low-income, and capabilities of the work group.
Community members interested in getting some assistance at your home or on a community venture should fill out this form and return to the Tribal Administration Building by June 16.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Still Available |
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The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is still offering help and is accepting applications.
Do you have friends or family who are Red Cliff tribal members renting anywhere in Bayfield County? Red Cliff still has Emergency Rental Assistance available to pay up to 12 months of rent and utilities for qualifying households. It is NOT required that applicants live in tribal housing or have past due bills.
Click HERE to learn more and apply.
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ERA Program Coordinator - Amber Heetel
Boozhoo! In April I relocated from Fond du Lac to Bayfield with my fiancé Todd and our 12 year old son RJ. We moved here so RJ can learn more about the Tribe and get to know the rest of his family (The Gordon’s). I enjoy reading and crocheting/knitting, along with other arts and crafts. I’m learning how to fish and enjoying all that nature offers. Were very excited to explore everything the area has to offer and getting to know and become a permanent part of the community. The things I’m most excited about in the next year are Apple Fest and attending my first Pow-Wow this summer. Everyone has been so welcoming and I already feel like this is an amazing new place to call home!
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General Election Set for July 6 |
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Voting for the 2021 General Election will take place on July 6 at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino.
Red Cliff Tribal Members interested in declaring candidacy for a Member At-Large seat on the Tribal Council should submit your intentions in writing no later than 6:00 PM on June 21 to the Tribal Council Secretary.
Tribal Members will have the opportunity to vote for a Tribal Chairperson, Treasurer, and three At-Large seats.
Please direct any questions to Secretary Laura Gordon at secretary@redcliff-nsn.gov or call 715-779-3700.
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Virtual Sharing Circle - Every Wednesday |
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The virtual Sharing Circle hosted by the Noojimo'iwewin Center is back on Wednesdays at 6 PM! The Sharing Circle is scheduled weekly for each Wednesday.
This Sharing Circle provides an opportunity to share and receive support on your Recovery Journey from a Community of People who have been there. Weekly themes will be determined by the group.
Click HERE to access the meeting.
Meeting ID: 745 466 870
Password: nicetry
To join by Phone:
Dial +1 312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 745 466 870
Password: 456125
For more information, please call 715-779-3508 or 715-779-3707 Ext. 2450
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Virtual Recovery Meetings |
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There are various AA / NA / Alanon group meetings offered around the Chequamegon Bay area.
Click HERE to access the different meeting links and information.
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Click HERE to visit the Red Cliff Community Health Center website.
Click HERE for COVID-19 Updates and Resources.
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FoodWIse Newsletter - June 2021 |
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FoodWIse Nutrition has released its June 2021 newsletter!
FoodWIse is federally funded statewide by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). FoodWIse advances healthy eating habits, active lifestyles and healthy community environments for Wisconsin residents with limited incomes through nutrition education at the individual, community and systems levels.
Click HERE to view the full June 2021 FoodWIse newsletter.
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Indigenous Arts & Sciences Registration |
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Registration for the 2021 Earth Partnership Indigenous Arts and Sciences (IAS) program is now open!
Click HERE to learn more and register for one of the 2021 summer institutes.
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ECC Revises Teacher Fill-in Policy |
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The Early Childhood Center has revised its teacher fill=in policy, which may affect service for some children and families. The changes will take effect June 10.
Click HERE for details and to read the ECC notice.
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Bayfield School District Updates |
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You can view the school's news and updates on their website:
You can also find updates on the
Bayfield School District Facebook page.
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Access Scholarship Opportunities |
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Red Cliff Community Members have access to a variety of scholarships.
Click HERE to visit the Education Department's Scholarships page.
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Boys and Girls Club of Gitchigami |
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Boys & Girls Club is back open!
Limited Capacity (10 Youth Limit)
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The Red Cliff Boys & Girls Club of Gitchigami is back open! Due to COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings, the Club can only allow 10 youth in at a time.
How this looks:
Youth must sign up for the day they wish to attend the Club (Monday-Thursday). The Club will have sign up sheets. Guardians can call the Club and sign up youth for the day. You may also come to the Club and sign up. This is a first come first serve for the 10 spots on each day. Once the 10-youth limit is filled we will not e allowing any other youth in at that time. We encourage you to sign up as soon as possible!
Restrictions
Youth must have an updated application and COVID-19 waiver in their file to attend the Club. If you are unsure if they have this, please call the Club. Once we are at the 10 youth limit, no other youth will be allowed in the Club. Youth must be in 3rd grade up to 12th grade. Masks must be worn and social distancing guidelines will be enforced.
We understand this is not ideal, but it is a start to getting back to some normalcy. Please be patient as we try to navigate through this.
Temporary Schedule
Monday - Thursday: 3 - 6 PM. Youth must be picked up or walking home by 6 PM. Rides will not be provided.
Friday: CLOSED. Meal pickup at Food Distribution.
Please call the Club with any questions at 715-779-3722.
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Moua Joins as Fisheries Technician |
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My name is Khousheng M. Moua. You can just call me Khoush (koosh). I am an Hmong American that just recently graduated from Northland College. I have been hired as a fisheries technician and will be working here till the end of August.
I have worked previously at GLIFWC and had many amazing experiences there. That has led me to want to work with other tribal organizations and communities more as I further my career in Natural Resources and Biology. I may be shy at first but once you get to know me, I do become more social. I hope all is well and if you ever see me, just say hi and I will too!
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Housing Needs Assessment Results Published |
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The Housing Needs Assessment Survey results and presentation are now available HERE.
The survey collected homeownership and housing needs data from Red Cliff Tribal Members living in Red Cliff and in nearby states.
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Housing Authority is hiring! |
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The Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for multiple positions.
View RCCHA job openings HERE.
Please contact the Housing Authority with any questions at 715-779-3744.
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Eviction Moratorium Extended |
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has extended the Order banning evictions for certain renters until June 30, 2021. The CDC Order is a temporary eviction moratorium to protect public health and prevent the further spread of COVID-19.
Click HERE to view details and further information.
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Legendary Waters Resort & Casino |
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News Across Indian Country |
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State of the Tribes Address |
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President John D. Johnson, Sr., president of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa delivered the 17th Annual State of the Tribes address in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
Click HERE to view a recording of the address.
Click HERE to read a recap of what Johnson discussed.
The State of the Tribes Address began in 2005 as an opportunity for the people of Wisconsin, constitutional officers, members of the Wisconsin Supreme Court and legislature to understand the issues facing Wisconsin Native tribes and celebrate our common values. Each year the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council selects a governing member to deliver the annual address.
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FEMA Offers Funeral Reimbursements
for COVID-19 Deaths
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency is now offering financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
How to Apply
Call 844-684-6333
Eligibility
- The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
- The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19.
- The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who incurred funeral expenses after January 20, 2020.
- There is no requirement for the deceased person to have been a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.
If you had COVID-19 funeral expenses, we encourage you to keep and gather documentation. Types of information should include:
- An official death certificate that attributes the death directly or indirectly to COVID-19 and shows that the death occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
- Funeral expenses documents (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) that includes the applicant’s name, the deceased person’s name, the amount of funeral expenses, and the dates the funeral expenses happened.
- Proof of funds received from other sources specifically for use toward funeral costs. We are not able to duplicate benefits received from burial or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from voluntary agencies, government agencies, or other sources.
Click HERE for details and information on the FEMA website.
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Red Cliff Tribal Administration Office
88455 Pike Road
Bayfield, Wi. 54814
715-779-3700
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