This Week's News in the LCO Community

Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake

Superior Chippewa Indians

"The Pride of the Ojibwe"

Odaawaa-Zaaga'iganing Babaamaajimoo-mazina'igaans

(LCO's Little Newspaper)

October 1, 2019

Boozhoo Gakina Awiya,

Dear Readers,

Over the past two weeks the LCO Public Relations Department has been contacted numerous times regarding a petition circulating that asks the LCO Tribal Governing Board to reverse their action to terminate LCO Health Center Director Sarah Cormell. The concern is whether tribal members may sign petitions when they work for tribal entities.

The right of tribal members to petition their government for the redress of grievances is a constitutional right articulated in Articles VI and VII of the LCO Constitution. The ability to engage this right is fundamental to the operation of the tribal government system and as a result is an integral aspect of tribal sovereignty.

The process for referendums is established in the Tribal Referendum Code.

Employees of the Tribe, who wish to engage in the referendum process should do so off the clock to ensure the process doesn't interrupt government operations.

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Elders Birthdays - Mino Dibishkaan

We Honor ou r Elders and thank them for their perseverance, guidance and leadership!

Debbie Butler September 8

Richard Patrick September 30

Evelyn Sharlow October 2

If an elder would like to be added or removed from our birthday announcements please email Joe Morey at joe.morey@lco-nsn.gov

Read Here for September Elder News from Terrance Manuelito, Tribal Aging Director

TGB Hold Listening Session to Hear New Post Community Concerns

By Joe Morey

News Editor

The Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board (TGB) held a Community Listening Session in the community of New Post on Saturday, Sep. 21 to meet with community members and hear their concerns and questions. Several areas of concern were addressed at the meeting.

LCO Sec. Treasurer Michelle Beaudin told the members in attendance that the tribe has been working closely with Blue Stone Strategy Group, a strategic planning company that is Native-owned and works only with tribes.

"They are helping us with our businesses to turn them around and make them profitable," Beaudin said. "They are also helping us with our government structure and our finance department so that the tribe operates more efficiently."

LCO Vice Chairwoman said working with Blue Stone is very important. She said the financial department of the tribe was not in a good spot (regarding internal operating procedures) and Blue Stone is here to help the TGB fix that.

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TGB from L-R) Chairman Louis Taylor, Tweed Shuman, Vice Chair Lorraine Gouge, Gary "Little Guy" Clause, Glenda Barber and Sec-Treasurer Michelle Beaudin.

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Update on Tribal Office Expansion Plans

Submitted by Jason Weaver

LCO Grants Department

The Tribal Government has given direction to the Tribal Grants and Planning team to find funding to expand the existing Tribal office building. Many of the Tribal programs have seen unprecedented growth and have increased staff numbers that far exceed our office space. We have staff members working in tight quarters in the Court, legal, Child Support, I.T. and Indian Child Welfare programs. We also have secure filing space needs to comply with federal regulations that are taking up existing space. We don't have a secure lobby for our Tribal Court and that has been identified as a need. The siding and stone work around the building is in need of repair and replacement as well.

While child support is planning on moving to a new location the existing space is still not adequate for the number of staff on hand and new hires. Many of the departments have the ability to fund more professional and semiprofessional positions but the lack of office space limits the potential job growth.

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Government-to-Government Partnership Agreement On Transportation Issues Continued

WisDOT Press Release

Wisconsin's 11 federally recognized tribal governments met with state and federal officials

today to update a commitment to partnership on transportation-related issues. The partnership agreement, initially launched in 2005, sets the framework for government-to-government cooperation on project development and labor issues that transcend state, federal and tribal jurisdictions.

"This agreement is about providing guidance and structure for us to enjoy a deeper and more meaningful understanding of our unique operational needs," said WisDOT Secretary-Designee Craig Thompson. "Our signatures today mark a new chapter in important relationships we want to continue cultivating for the benefit of our communities and future generations."

The partnership agreement has prompted initiatives among WisDOT and Wisconsin's tribal governments, such as the Inter-Tribal Task Force, annual consultation meetings and skills training programs in Native American communities.

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Photo on right (bottom), LCO Chairman Louis Taylor signs partnership agreement with Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes watching. Picture below is LCO Ojibwe School Tribal History Class that went to the Chippewa Federation Meeting, pictured Instructor Nicole Smith and Lt. Gov. Barnes. Photos from LCO Ojibwe School Facebook Page.

Elder Center Hosting Technology Course for 55 and Over

From the LCO Elder Center Facebook Page

We had a good turnout for the first week of the elders Technology Course! They learned a lot today and even stayed after for a Q & A One on One. Taught by Mark Lundeen
Consider joining us next Tuesday from 1:30-2:30. Call 715-699-2586/9302 if interested.

Together Walk and Feast

From the LCO Behavioral Health Facebook Page

Our Mind, Body, Spirit, Heart Walk/Feast was a success! We packed the LCO College Cultural Center! This month our event was in honor of Recovery Month and we also had a guest recovery speaker. We had a great walk, good food, resources and lots of great conversation. Miigwetch to our loving community and everyone who came out to show support because together we are stronger!

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Boys and Girls Club Youth take Trip to Erickson's Apple Orchard in Bayfield

From the Boys and Girls Club of LCO Facebook Page

Despite a rainy day, the Boys and Girls Club of Lac Courte Oreilles took a trip to Erickson's Apple Orchard on Saturday, Sep. 21, and the trip turned out great! They were able to stop in Red Cliff and check out their festival/powwow, and they also visited a park in Bayfield on the trip.

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LCOOCC To Host Their 2nd Annual Internship Fair

Submitted by Jessica Wagner-Schultz, MNM
Director of Institutional Advancement

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College (LCOOCC) will be hosting their 2nd annual Internship Fair, Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

This no-cost event is open to the public. Internship-seekers will have the opportunity to network with employers seeking interns to fill their open position. Employers will represent a wide range of organizations recruiting all majors. Employers include:

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Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College Receives Otto Bremer Trust Grant

Submitted by Jessica Wagner-Schultz, MNM

Director of Institutional Advancement

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College recently received a $30,000 Otto Bremer Trust Grant.

The Otto Bremer Trust Grant's purpose is to provide micro-grants to assist students with emergency expenses that might threaten their ability to be successful in college.

"An unexpected car repair or medical bill can be the difference between staying in school or dropping out," said Charlotte Johnson, co-CEO and trustee, OBT. "The college's emergency fund helps students confronted with these challenges, and with a 91 percent retention or graduation rate among those who received a grant, that's an excellent return on a small investment."

The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College Emergency Aid program provides student with up to $500 in emergency aid toward unexpected expenses such as child care, auto expenses, medical expenses, utility assistance, food or supplies, transportation, and more. For more information on Emergency Aid visit https://www.lco.edu/emergencyaid.

Taking Care of Yourself During Common Cold Season

Gina Benson RN, BSN, PHN

Lac Courte Oreilies Community Health Center

Fall is here and winter is right around the corner... and so is the common cold season!

The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). While it is typically harmless, it doesn't feel that way. Children under age six are at greatest risk of catching colds. Healthy adults can expect to have a common cold about 2-3 times per year!

Symptoms of your common cold can include runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, slight body aches, low grade fever, sneezing and generally not feeling well. The color of discharge from your nose is not an indication of a bacterial infection, as the thickness and color of discharges changes as the cold runs its course.

There is no need to see your medical provider for the common cold virus, as your symptoms can be treated through LCO Pharmacy with self-care medications. For fever, slight body aches or sore throat you can take Tylenol or Ibuprofen. For nasal congestion you can use a decongestant nasal spray or saline nasal drops.

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Have Diabetes? A Flu Shot Should Top Your Fall To-Do List

Submitted by Kay Searfoss

LCO Community Health Center

The leaves are turning, there's a chill in the air and that means it's time for your annual flu shot. If you haven't gotten vaccinated, it's time to reconsider, especially if you have diabetes. Flu can be more serious than you realize, and health officials say there are early signs that this flu season will be a bad one.

Many people with diabetes don't get the flu vaccine, according to a recent study. Why? Most thought they weren't at risk for complications, or they feared adverse reactions from the shot, according to the research. Despite these myths, people with diabetes are actually at higher risk for complications if they get the flu. And the influenza vaccination is safe, effective and lessens complications if you do get the flu.

The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) strongly encourages everyone with diabetes to get the flu shot.

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Community Information

Notice by Publication

LAC COURTE OREILLES TRIBAL COURT

Case No. 2017-FA-0082

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: MARK GUIBORD JR.

TAKE NOTICE that you are a named party for an action filed in the Court listed above. You must appear in the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court on the 5TH day of NOVEMBER 2019 at 9 A.M. Failure to appear may result in an order for Child Support and the requested relief sought will be granted. The relief sought may result in a monetary obligation that, if not met, may result in (but not limited to); an interception of lump-sum payments; an order to show cause for contempt of court; incarceration; placement on a lien docket; suspension of licenses and/or passport; seizure of property; credit bureau reporting; and/or denial of state grants or loans. A full copy of the Motion and Affidavit may be obtained from the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court located at 13394W Trepania Road Hayward, WI 54843.

NOTICE OF THIS HEARING shall be given for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the hearing date pursuant to 2 LCOTCOL, § 1.902 (7).

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Dated this 19TH day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

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Notice by Publication

LAC COURTE OREILLES TRIBAL COURT

Case No. 2017-FA-0086

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: LISALYNN D.S. WADE

TAKE NOTICE that you are a named party for an action filed in the Court listed above. You must appear in the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court on the 10th day of October 2019 at 9:00 A.M. Failure to appear may result in a Warrant for your Arrest. A copy of the Order and Affidavit may be obtained from the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court located at 13394W Trepania Road Hayward, WI 54843.

NOTICE OF THIS HEARING shall be given for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the hearing date pursuant to 2 LCOTCOL, § 1.902 (7).

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Dated this 25th day of July 2019.

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Notice by Publication

LAC COURTE OREILLES TRIBAL COURT

Case No. 2014-FA-0577

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: MATTHEW J. HANLON

NOTICE OF THIS HEARING shall be given for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the hearing date pursuant to 2 LCOTCOL, § 1.902 (7).

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Dated this 19TH day of SEPTEMBER 2019.

Notice by Publication

LAC COURTE OREILLES TRIBAL COURT

Case No. 2019-FA-05914

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: RENE A. DAUPHINAIS

TAKE NOTICE that you are a named party for an action filed in the Court listed above. You must appear in the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court on the 21st day of November 2019 at 9:00 A.M. Failure to appear may result in an order for Child Support and the requested relief sought will be granted. The relief sought may result in a monetary obligation that, if not met, may result in (but not limited to); an interception of lump-sum payments; an order to show cause for contempt of court; incarceration; placement on a lien docket; suspension of licenses and/or passport; seizure of property; credit bureau reporting; and/or denial of state grants or loans. A full copy of the Motion and Affidavit may be obtained from the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court located at 13394W Trepania Road Hayward, WI 54843.

NOTICE OF THIS HEARING shall be given for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the hearing date pursuant to 2 LCOTCOL, § 1.902 (7).

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Dated this 5th day of September 2019.

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Notice by Publication

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Case No. 19-D-652

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: Monica C. Tainter

TAKE NOTICE that you are a named party for an action filed in the Court listed above. You must appear in the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court on the 9th day of October 2019 at 1:30 P.M. Failure to appear may result in the petition being granted. A full copy of the petition may be obtained from the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court located at 13394W Trepania Road Hayward, WI 54843.

NOTICE OF THIS HEARING shall be given for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the hearing date in the Odaawaa-Zaaga'iganing Babaamaajimoo-mazina'igaans (LCO's Little Newspaper), a newspaper published in Sawyer County, State of Wisconsin, pursuant to 2 LCOTCOL, § 1.902 (7).

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Court

Dated this 29th day of August 2019.

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Recycling Free Totes

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