Miisaninawiind November 22-28, 2021
Gashkadino-Giizis (Freezing Over Moon)
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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.
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Red Cliff Joins National Advocacy
Efforts For Native Boys & Girls Clubs
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Red Cliff spoke to Congressional leaders last week as part of the nation-wide Boys and Girls Club of Native Service's first ever National Native Day of Advocacy, with the goal of securing funding and support for Boys and Girls Club programming.
Red Cliff Chairman Christopher Boyd, Vice-Chairman Nathan Gordon, and Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club Youth Director Paige Moilanen met virtually with Sen. Ron Johnson, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, and Congressman Tom Tiffany to prioritize native youth nutrition programs, out-of-school programs, youth mentoring, cultural programming, and workforce readiness initiatives.
"This was a great chance to speak with congressional leaders about truly advancing Red Cliff's club youth and community needs," said Moilanen. "It means a lot to have Chairman Boyd and Vice-Chairman Gordon sitting by and advocating for the great nation of Red Cliff and its youth."
Discussions focused on building strong kids and strong futures. Like other tribal nations, Miskwaabikaang has faced many uncertainties while grappling with the impacts of COVID-19. While the pandemic exacerbated existing gaps and inequities for our tribe's youth, it strengthened Red Cliff's commitment to Miskwaabikaang youth and future generations.
As stewards of the next generation of Native youth, Club and Tribal leaders know the depth of our own strength and resiliency. We see first-hand the impact our programs can have in the lives of the youth we serve. When leaders invest in out-of-school programs, we can strengthen kids, families, and our entire community.
"We are fortunate to have this virtual platform to allow our voices to be heard in Washington D.C." said Chairman Boyd. "Congressional and national leaders need to know the importance of supporting Native youth programming like our very own Boys and Girls Club here in Miskwaabikaang."
Vice-Chairman Gordon said it is an honor to be a part of advocating on behalf of Red Cliff youth and future generations.
Red Cliff's Boys and Girls Club is proud to be a comforting presence for our youth during these trying times, but support is needed from our political leaders. Our young people are Red Cliff's future leaders, and ongoing support enables Native Clubs to tap into that resiliency as we sustain and expand crucial programming to prioritize the growth and sovereignty needs of Miskwaabikaang.
"I want to say chi=miigwech to Tribal Council and Family Human Services Director Becky Benton for joining me in advocating for our future seven generations," said Moilanen. "It was great to be able to talk and speak about the challenges our Club, Tribe, and others face and how congressional leaders can help. We look forward to their visits and working with them to help continue to grow Indian Country."
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Chippewa Federation:
Unifying The Great Lakes Anishinaabe
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The Chippewa Federation met last week as part of its ongoing efforts to protect and advance environmental, political, economic, cultural, and social interests of all Ojibwe tribes.
Red Cliff Tribal Council members, Hereditary Chief Robert Buffalo, and Historic Preservation Officer Marvin Defoe represented Miskwaabikaang at the meeting.
The Federation is comprised of the Bad River, Keweenaw Bay, Lac Courte Oreilles, Lac Du Flambeau, Lac Vieux Desert, Red Cliff, Sokaogan, and St Croix Bands of Ojibwe. The Federation works to protect the natural resources within the ceded-territories and across Mother Earth. Ojibwe tribes come together to diversify economic and educational opportunities, increase health care, further Tribal political position and enhance the lives of Tribal Members and future generations.
Tribal leaders discussed issues regarding child welfare, manoomin, the Wisconsin wolf hunt, economic development, and drug issues facing Tribal communities.
Aho!
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Community Invited To Help Plant Birch Seeds |
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Red Cliff's Tribal Historic Preservation Office invites you to join in helping to plant wiigwaasaatig (birch) seeds on Tuesday November 23!
Meet THPO staff and Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission staff at 12:30 PM at the THPO building located at 36750 Hwy 13 in Red Cliff.
Please contact THPO with any questions:
715-779-3761
marvin.defoe@redcliff-nsn.gov
edwina.buffalo-reyes@redcliff-nsn.gov
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Red Cliff Offers Snowplowing for Elders |
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The Red Cliff Band offers FREE snowplowing for Tribal Member Elders aged 55 and older living within the Red Cliff Reservation boundaries. Plowing is also offered to non-member elders at a cost of $125 for the season.
Elders can sign up for this service at the Tribal Administration Building or by calling the Public Works Department at 715-779-5228. Non-members can make payment at the Tribal Administration Building.
Click HERE to see all details and access a sign up form.
Please contact the Public Works Department with any questions at 715-779-5228.
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Council Meeting November 23 |
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The Red Cliff Tribal Council is set to meet on Tuesday November 23 at Legendary Waters Grand Ballroom.
The Regular Session is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM. Community Members are invited to attend.
Click HERE to view the meeting agenda.
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Workshop: Making Biiminakwaan
and Pounding Waawaashkeshi Sinew
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Ginanda Gikendaasomin library is located at the Red Cliff Cultural Grounds, 36750 Hwy 13 #2.
Please contact Alex Breslav with any questions at 715-779-3766.
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Jiibaakwedaa - Stuffed Cabbage Venison |
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Jiibaakwedaa (Let's Cook) - Join Ed Metelica, Peer Specialist from Red Cliff's Noojimo'iwewin Center as he prepares a stuffed cabbage venison dish!
Watch the video for helpful tips and a delicious recipe!
Contact Ed with any questions at emetelica@redcliffhealth.org.
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COVID-19 Relief Payments & SSI Eligibility |
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For Tribal Members who are enrolled in SSI programs or receive SSI payments: Any COVID-19 relief direct assistance payments you receive from the Red Cliff Tribal Government do NOT count against your SSI eligibility or your SSI payment.
See images or click HERE for details.
Please contact 715-779-3707 ext 2238 with any questions.
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Community Members Needed For Committees |
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The Tribal Council is seeking individuals to serve on the following committees, boards, and commissions.
Utilities Commission: 2 members
Health Board: 1 member
Business Board: 1 member
Family Human Services Committee: 2 members
Cemetery Committee: 4 members
If you are interested in serving on any of the committees, please pick up and drop off an application at the front desk of the Tribal Administration Building. You can also access a committee application HERE.
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Admin Welcomes Revenue Accountant |
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My name is Katrina Heggie. I am the new Special Revenue Accountant II with the Red Cliff Tribal Accounting Office. I am a lifelong Red Cliff resident and have chosen to raise my family here as well. I am a mother of 3 beautiful kids and 2 happy dogs. I love spending quality time with my family and friends and really trying to soak up as much of this life as I can. I am also a volunteer EMT with the Red Cliff Community Ambulance program and have developed a new passion for helping our community. I am so excited to be able to learn and grow within my new position and hope to be able to continue on a path of positive growth. |
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Are you a tribal member-owned business interested in having your business included in our Business Directory? Click HERE.
Tribal Members and non-tribal members planning to do business within the boundaries of the Red Cliff Reservation are reminded to please submit a Business Permit Application. Completed permit applications should be sent to the Red Cliff Legal Department, 88455 Pike Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Available For
Tribal Members in Ashland and Bayfield County
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The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is still offering help and is accepting applications. This program is open to Red Cliff Tribal Members who rent housing in either Ashland County or Bayfield County.
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program can 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.
Contact 715-779-3700 ext 4208 or ext 4209 with any questions.
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Can Lung Cancer Be Prevented?
Not all lung cancers can be prevented, but there are things you can do that might lower your risk, such as changing the risk factors that you can control.
Stay away from tobacco
The best way to reduce your risk of lung cancer is to not smoke and to avoid breathing in other people’s smoke.
If you stop smoking before a cancer develops, your damaged lung tissue gradually starts to repair itself. No matter what your age or how long you’ve smoked, quitting may lower your risk of lung cancer and help you live longer.
Avoid radon exposure
Radon is an important cause of lung cancer. You can reduce your exposure to radon by having your home tested and treated, if needed.
Avoid or limit exposure to cancer-causing agents
Avoiding exposure to known cancer-causing agents, in the workplace and elsewhere, may also be helpful. When people work where these exposures are common, they should be kept to a minimum.
Eat a healthy diet
A healthy diet with lots of fruits and vegetables may also help reduce your risk of lung cancer. Some evidence suggests that a diet high in fruits and vegetables may help protect people who smoke and those who don't against lung cancer. But any positive effect of fruits and vegetables on lung cancer risk would be much less than the increased risk from smoking.
Can Lung Cancer Be Found Early?
Screening is the use of tests or exams to find a disease in people who don’t have symptoms.
Regular chest x-rays have been studied as a screening test for people at higher risk for lung cancer, but they haven't been shown to help most people live longer, and therefore they aren't recommended for lung cancer screening.
In recent years, a test known as a low-dose CT (LDCT) scan has been studied in people at higher risk of getting lung cancer (mainly because they smoke or used to smoke). LDCT scans can help find abnormal areas in the lungs that may be cancer.
Reasons to screen for lung cancer in people at higher risk
In the United States, lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women. It’s also the leading cause of death from cancer.
If lung cancer is found at an earlier stage, when it is small and before it has spread, it is more likely to be treated successfully.
Lung cancer screening is recommended for certain people who smoke or used to smoke, but who don't have any signs or symptoms. If a person has lung cancer but doesn't have any symptoms, this usually means there's a chance to detect the disease early.
Usually, symptoms of lung cancer don't appear until the disease is already at an advanced stage.
If you have symptoms that could be from lung cancer, see your doctor right away.
Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines
- Are 50 to 80 years old and in fairly good health,
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- Currently smoke or have quit in the past 15 years,
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- Have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history. (This is the number of packs of cigarettes per day multiplied by the number of years smoked. For example, someone who smoked 2 packs a day for 10 years [2 x 10 = 20] has 20 pack-years of smoking, as does a person who smoked 1 pack a day for 20 years [1 x 20 = 20].)
In addition, it's important that people who are going to be screened:
- Receive counseling to quit smoking if they currently smoke,
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- Have been told by their doctor about the possible benefits, limits, and harms of screening with LDCT scans,
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- Can go to a center that has experience in lung cancer screening and treatment.
Visit www.cancer.org for more information.
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Recipe Corner: Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Provided by RCCHC Cancer Support Group
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Use as a dip for tortilla chips or your Mexican dinner side dish. Keep this in mind when you have left over corn on the cob!
Serves: 8 to 10
Prep time: 15 minutes or less
Total time: 15 minutes or less
Ingredients
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh, frozen, or canned no-salt-added corn, drained
1 tomato, chopped
1 red, yellow, or green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
½ small red onion, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, tomato, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño. In a bowl, combine lime juice, oil, and cumin and drizzle over bean mixture. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with cilantro.
Per Serving (for 8 servings)
Calories 125, Calories from Fat 20, Total Fat 2.5 g, Saturated Fat 0.4 g, Trans Fat 0.0 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5 g, Monounsaturated Fat 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Total Carbohydrate 20 g, Dietary Fiber 7 g, Sugars 5 g, Protein 6 g
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Roll Up Your Sleeves: Flu Vaccine Now Available |
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Red Cliff Community Health Center has received this year’s influenza vaccines for seniors, adults, and children. It is critical to immunize your entire family for Influenza, and to do it as soon as possible! Covid-19 infections will be more serious, and possibly deadly, if additional infections occur at the same time. Also, the health care system regionally is under strain which makes it even more important to prevent the most common reasons for hospital admissions in the winter, which are influenza and pneumococcal pneumonia.
Influenza vaccines are not only for the medically vulnerable. Rather, they are important for the entire family in order to protect seniors and anyone with underlying medical conditions by reducing their chances of being exposed to influenza. Many patients think the influenza vaccine caused them to feel sick after receiving the vaccine. However, it takes 2 weeks for the influenza vaccine to be effective. Any symptoms of illness experienced after receipt of the vaccine are symptoms of an infection to which the patient was already exposed. The vaccine is not perfect, but it is 80% effective at preventing influenza. Also, the vaccine shortens the number of days of illness, allowing people to return to work or school sooner, and it reduces the length of time that any one can spread the infection to others.
Pneumococcal vaccine is included in childhood vaccines. Adult pneumococcal vaccine is given routinely to adults at 65 years of age. However, it is also strongly recommended in any one with any underlying medical conditions, or tobacco use. This year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we are recommending any one over 50 get the vaccine as well. A pneumococcal vaccine with in the last 5 years is most protective.
Please call the clinic at 715-779-3707 to arrange vaccine appointments for your family. Do this for your family, elders and community!!
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NARCAN Training Available |
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Have you been trained and are looking to get a refresher or are you looking to get trained in the use of NARCAN?
It only takes 30 minutes to learn how to save someone from an overdose.
Do you own a business in Red Cliff and want to get trained? A training for you and your employees can be arranged.
If you’re interested in learning more, please contact Justin Hansen at the Noojimo’iwewin Center at 715-779-3707 ext. 2397 or jhansen@redcliffhealth.org
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We're Hiring Nurses - Come Join Our Team! |
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Red Cliff Health Division continues to grow and hire. The health staff are committed to serving the community and are a great team to work with!
Positions we are recruiting for:
· Community Health Nurse - MCH
· Community Health Nurse - Generalist
· Nurse Case Manager
· Clinic Nurse (LTE to assist with vaccines)
Please click HERE for more 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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Women's Empowerment Group |
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Red Cliff's Family Violence Prevention Program is now offering a Women's Empowerment Group at the Family & Human Services Building.
The group will meet this Wednesday November 24 from 5-7 PM.
Participants can bring their own crafts or get supplies when they come!
Food will be provided and masks are required.
Please contact 715-779-3706 ext 5022 or ext 5012 with any questions.
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Financial Assistance Available for
Families At Risk Of Domestic Abuse
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The challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, including economic stress, have increased the risks and severity of domestic abuse. To support families whose safety is at risk, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) has launched the Living Independently Through Financial Empowerment (LIFE) program using emergency funding allocated to the state through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Under this program, domestic violence survivors can access pandemic relief funds to become financially empowered to live independent, violence-free lives. Eligible survivors will receive temporary financial assistance totaling $3,500 over a three-month period ($1,500 in month one and $1,000 in months two and three). To learn more, visit www.dcf.wisconsin.gov/life.
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Tips for a "Thinner" Thanksgiving |
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Get Active
Create a calorie deficit by exercising to burn off extra calories before you ever indulge in your favorite foods Eat less and exercise more' is the winning formula to prevent weight gain during the holidays.
Eat Breakfast
While you might think it makes sense to save up calories for the big meal, experts say eating a small meal in the morning can give you more control over your appetite. Start your day with a small but satisfying breakfast -- such as an egg with a slice of whole-wheat toast, or a bowl of whole-grain cereal with low-fat milk -- so you won't be starving when you arrive at the gathering.
Lighten Up
Whether you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner or bringing a few dishes to share, make your recipes healthier with less fat, sugar, and calories.
Slowly Savor
Eating slowly, putting your fork down between bites, and tasting each mouthful is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your meal and feel satisfied with one plate full of food, experts say. Choosing whole grains, fruits, vegetables, broth-based soups, salads, and other foods with lots of water and fiber add to the feeling of fullness.
Be Realistic
The holiday season is a time for celebration. With busy schedules and so many extra temptations, this is a good time to strive for weight maintenance instead of weight loss.
Police Your Portions
Fill your plate with small portions of holiday favorites that only come around once a year so you can enjoy desirable, traditional foods. Skip the Seconds. Try to resist the temptation to go back for second helpings. White turkey meat, plain vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, defatted gravy, and pumpkin pie tend to be the best bets because they are lower in fat and calories.
For More Information
Contact Carol Basina Nutrition Educator
Red Cliff Food Distribution
715-779-3740
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FoodWIse Newsletter - November 2021 |
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FoodWIse Nutrition has released its November 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 November 2021 FoodWIse newsletter.
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Bayfield School District Updates |
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Please consider taking this survey! Open to everyone living in the School District of Bayfield. Open until November 30, 2021.
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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Proposed Changes to RCCHA
Wait List Preference System
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Wait list preference point systems are utilized by every Housing Authority as a method to prioritize what the Tribe has identified as its highest needs, to attempt to address the highest need first (as there is always more need than resources available). Data gathered from Tribal Membership via surveys, needs assessment, Census, etc. establishes the priorities. The HA implements the identified priorities in conjunction with HUD regulations.
View the proposed changes HERE. Public comments on the proposed changes can be provided to the Housing Authority by Friday December 3, 2021.
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Job Opportunity:
Executive Assistant - Grant Writer/HR Manager
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Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority is seeking applicants for a full time Executive Assistant - Grant Writer / HR Manager position.
This position is a key assistant to the Executive Director in carrying out and achieving goals identified in the Indian Housing Plan. Duties/Activities include grant writing / grant administration, pre-project development, executive level administrative support, policy writing; data gathering, analysis and preparation of specialized reports. Acts as the organizational Human Resource Manager.
Click HERE for a full job description. Contact RCCHA Executive Director Cheryl Cloud with any questions at 715-779-3744 ext 3506 or email ccloud@redcliffhousing.org.
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Job Opportunity:
Construction Project Manager
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This position will work within the homeowner private home repair and rehabilitation programs planning, organizing & directing project work including conducting inspections, preparing scopes of work & cost estimates, preparing documents associated with project management. Incumbent will coordinate contractor work schedules; inspect and monitor the work of outside contractors on behalf of the organization.
Click HERE for a full job description.
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Housing Improvement Program |
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Contact Liz Boyd with any questions or to access a Housing Improvement Program application at 715-779-3744 extension 3518 or email eboyd@redcliffhousing.org.
You can also access an application HERE.
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Residential Resource Coordinator
Available For Housing Tenants
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Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority tenants now have access to a Residential Resource Coordinator. The coordinator will help tenants get connected with various resources.
This service is available to Housing tenants Monday through Friday at New Hope Building A, at 37580 Pageant Road.
Please call 715-779-3744 extension 3514 with any questions.
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Legendary Waters Resort & Casino |
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News Across Indian Country |
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GLIFWC presents its quarterly newspaper Mazina’igan. The Biboon 2021-22 edition is packed with features, Ojibwemowin exercises, Ceded Territory news, research updates, and includes our reader-favorite phenology calendar.
Learn about the hunting reprieve for ma’iingan in Wisconsin; conservation wardens in Ojibwe communities; climate collaborations; and academic connections with UW-Superior and Loyola University’s Gregory Gagnon.
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Madeline Island Ferry Schedule through November 28. Call 715-747-2051 for any changes or updates. |
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Red Cliff Tribal Administration Office
88455 Pike Road
Bayfield, Wi. 54814
715-779-3700
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