Miisaninawiind :: July 12-18, 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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Boyd Elected Chairman,
Defoe-Haskins Wins Treasurer Race
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The Red Cliff General Election took place last week as Tribal Members had the opportunity to vote for a new Chairman, Treasurer, and three At=Large seats.
Christopher D. Boyd has been elected Chairman after serving as an At-Large member for several years, and will replace Richard Peterson. Stephanie A. Defoe-Haskins will replace Dennis Soulier as Treasurer. Nicholas DePerry and Steven Boyd have been re-elected to their At=Large seats, and Vincent "Butch" Bresette becomes an At-Large member for the first time.
Christopher Boyd will vacate the one remaining year of his At-Large seat so he may begin Chairman duties. Christopher Hicks was the next-highest vote getter for an At-Large seat in the 2020 General Election, which means he is set to step in and fill the remainder of Boyd's At-Large term.
Boyd, Defoe-Haskins, DePerry, Steven Boyd, Bresette, and Hicks are all expected to officially accept their positions at the Tribal Council Swearing In Ceremony set for Saturday July 17 at 10 AM. The Ceremony will be streamed live on Facebook.
Questions can be directed to Tribal Council Secretary Laura Gordon at secretary@redcliff-nsn.gov or 715-779-3700.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Now Open
To Tribal Members in Ashland County
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The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is still offering help and is accepting applications. This program is now 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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Wolf Camp Set For August 9-13 |
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Wolf Camp 2021 activities have been set for August 9-13 at Raspberry Bay! Wolf Camp is an opportunity for Red Cliff youth to participate in various activities such as archery, hatchet throwing, fishing, canoeing, arts, bow drill, traditional games, teachings and more.
Stay tuned for more details! Sign up through the Boys & Girls Club. Call 715-779-3722 or 715-779-3706 with any questions.
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Click HERE to take the American Rescue Plan Funds Allocation survey.
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Food Shelf Giveaway July 13-14 |
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The Red Cliff Food Shelf is overfilled! Stop by the Food Shelf between 11 AM - 1 PM on Tuesday July 13 and Wednesday July 14 to pick up free food.
There are no income guidelines for this giveaway. This giveaway is for Tribal Members only.
There will also be non-perishable food boxes available. This is a first come first serve event. Please wear a mask.
Contact Family & Human Services with any questions at 715-779-3706.
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Resource Reminder:
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families
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The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program offers a variety of support and crisis services. TANF can help with things like vehicle repairs, shelter costs, utility expenses, drivers license fees, and much more.
Contact TANF for more information and to get started with any support services you need at 715-779-3706.
Click HERE to learn more about the Red Cliff TANF program.
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Riding In Style:
B&G Club Receives New Vans, Hikes Copper Falls
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The Red Cliff Boys & Girls Club has received new vans through a partnership with the Early Childhood Center. The new vehicles are 2020 All-Wheel Drive vans which will allow Club members to travel safely for various Club activities - especially during the winter months!
Club Members took a trip in the new vans to Copper Falls over the weekend. Club staff and youth hiked around the falls, ate lunch and wrapped the trip up with some ice cream from Dairy Queen.
The kids said they loved riding in the new van and that it was comfortable and "really cool looking."
"I'd like to thank the ECC and Tribal Council for helping the Club with the new vans," said Club Director Paige Moilanen. "The Club kids are going to look amazing riding down the road!"
Visit the Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club webpage for Club details, activities, and membership applications.
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"Anishinaabe Dibaajimowin: An Ojibwe Story" |
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"Anishinaabe Dibaajimowin: An Ojibwe Story" is set for July 30-31 at the Big Top Chautauqua. This is a musical theater show that celebrates the rich culture and history of the Anishinaabe people of the Great Lakes Region.
"Anishinaabe Dibaajimowin" is sponsored by Wisconsin Public Radio and is written and produced by Michael 'Laughing Fox' Charette with Big Top Musical Director Severin Behnen. The show features performances by artists from Red Cliff, Bad River, Lac Courte Oreilles, and Fond du Lac along with members of the Blue Canvas Orchestra.
The production blends traditional music and storytelling, modern music, hip hop and spoken word, accompanied by original artwork, photography and historical images.
Click HERE for more information and tickets!
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Wildlife Video: Frog Bay Beaver Dam |
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Tribal Monitor Training - Sign Up |
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This course is for anyone interested in becoming a tribal monitor or anyone needing to update your tribal monitor certification. There is a $400 stipend available for Tribal Monitors. This course has a 14-person limit.
Sign up for the course by returning the registration form to the Red Cliff Tribal Historic Preservation Office:
marvin.defoe@redcliff-nsn.gov
edwina.buffalo-reyes@redcliff-nsn.gov
Contact THPO with any questions: 715-79-3761 ext 4801.
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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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Healing Circle Run Connects Tribal Nations |
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The Healing Circle Run will arrive in Red Cliff on Tuesday July 13. It will then begin in Red Cliff on Wednesday July 14 and end at FDL.
To participate in the walk/run, please contact the Administration Building at 715-779-3700.
The Healing Circle Run is a prayer for healing. It is an opportunity to pray for healing for ourselves, our families, our communities, our nation, Aki and all our relatives. This 7-day run connects 10 tribal nations throughout the Ojibwe Ceded Territory. Join us as we run our homelands, or walk/run in prayer and unity from wherever you are.
If you have any questions about Healing Circle Run 2021, please contact Jenny Krueger-Bear at jkrueger@glifwc.org or Miles Falck at miles@glifwc.org.
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Noojimo'iwewin Center AA Campfire Meetings |
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The Noojimo'iwewin Center is now offering campfire AA meetings every Friday at 6:00 PM. The meetings will take place at 37450 Watertower Rd in Red Cliff.
Chairs, coffee, and lemonade will be provided.
Please contact the Noojimo'iwewin Center at 715-779-3508 with any questions.
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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 - July 2021 |
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FoodWIse Nutrition has released its July 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 July 2021 FoodWIse newsletter.
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Soulier Joins Zhawenimikaang Staff |
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My name is Shannon Soulier and I was just hired as an Assistant Teacher at Zhawenimikaang, the new Childcare Center here in Red Cliff. I am very excited to be here and to help open the doors to this beautiful center!
I grew up in Bayfield, WI and graduated from Washburn High School in 2017. I recently moved back to the area and am continuing my education at WITC to become a teacher. Growing up I attended the Early Childhood Center here in Red Cliff. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, camping, singing, and hanging out with my dog, Xena.
Miigwech for giving me the opportunity to be a part of Zhawenimikaang!
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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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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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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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