April 3-9, 2023

Iskigamizige-Giizis (Sugarbushing Moon)

Boozhoo Gaa-Miskwaabikaang! A Winter Weather Watch is in place with chances of freezing rain, snow, and very strong winds Tuesday through Thursday. This may lead to some service delays or rescheduled events. Be sure to check out our website and Facebook page for any delays or cancellations.

For up-to-date weather and storm information, visit the NWS Duluth website or the US National Weather Service Duluth Minnesota Facebook page.

Travel safely and check on your neighbors and elders.

Explore the role of the Nmé (sturgeon) in Great Lakes traditional cultures, the life cycle of Nmé, the demise of once pristine Nmé habitat, and the Tribal nations that are assisting the Nmé as they lead Great Lakes restoration efforts with outstanding results!

This viewing event is free! Join on Thursday April 13 at 5 PM at Legendary Waters event center in Gaa-Miskwaabikaang.

Please call 715-779-3766 or 715-779-3761 with any questions.

Red Cliff's Mino Bimaadiziiwin Tribal Farm has opened registration for its 2023 Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Farm Share Box program! Limited spots are available. If you are interested, sign up HERE.

Boozhoo Gaa-Miskwaabikaang, join this community gathering on Wednesday April 12 at Legendary Waters beginning at 5 PM for updates on projects, timelines, funding, what you can expect to see, and more.

Please contact the Planning Department with any questions at 715-779-3700 or via email to planning@redcliff-nsn.gov.

The Tribal Council is seeking community input to help inform decision making about the future of some Tribal properties. Click HERE to learn more and provide feedback.

Please think about priorities, needs, and uses for the sites. The sites include:

Merchant Property

Merchant House site

Former Jim Pete House on Hwy 13 North

Former Cheers Bar site on County Rd K

Duplex on Hwy 13 next to Red Cliff Storage

House on Nuzzo Rd

Buffalo Bay Store (current site)

88260 Hwy 13 (Former Living Adventure's Kayak business site)

Open the survey for more details on each site, and to provide your suggestions.

Please contact the Planning Department with any questions at 715-779-3700.

Community members are urged to vote in the next statewide 2023 Spring Election this Tuesday April 4. Most community members living on or near Gaa-Miskwaabikaang will be voting for a Supreme Court Justice, Town of Russell Board Chairperson, Town of Russell Board Supervisor, Bayfield School District Board members, and several referendum questions.

Visit myvote.wi.gov to find all voting information, including your polling place and what will be on your ballot.

From Dee Sweet, WI Native Vote:

Spring is finally here – it is a time of rebirth, warmth, and new life. We plant the seeds of our ancestors – the plants who have been our teachers since Turtle Island was first created.

"Turtle Island" is commonly used by Indigenous people to describe our Mother, the Earth, and is often referenced in Indigenous creation accounts. The turtle represents the island in the midst of water where humans have reemerged – supporting all living things.

Since the beginning, plants have taught us to give thanks to the earth, how to respect the world around us, and have sustained us through generations. We are connected to this land because it has provided for us and we honor that gift.

Just like spreading seeds, we must always think about creating life for the seven generations that come after us. That means voting to protect the land, the plants, the animals, and all that sustains us.

When we vote, we are choosing a better future for our people. So, vote on Tuesday, April 4 and vote for the seventh generation.

The ECC had a wonderful visit from Brandon Weatherz, WDIO's Good Morning Northland Meteorologist! Brandon had fun weather demonstrations for the kids. All of the students (and teachers!) loved the visit. Chi-Miigwech to Brandon!

The 2023 Red Cliff Tribal Council election cycle is underway. Red Cliff Tribal Members will have the opportunity to vote for a Chairperson, Treasurer, and three At-Large seats.

The Primary Election is set for Friday May 5, and the General Election is set for Tuesday July 4. Both elections will take place at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino. Polls will be open from 8 AM - 8 PM.

The deadline for members to declare candidacy for Chairperson or Treasurer is April 5.

The deadline for members to declare candidacy for At-Large Seats is June 19.

Notice of candidacy should be submitted to the Tribal Council Secretary via email at secretary@redcliff-nsn.gov or call 715-209-3989.

View all important election information and dates online at

www.redcliff-nsn.gov/election.

A Ziigwan Festival is set for Friday April 7!

Activities, treats, and lunch will take place at the Boys and Girls Club from 10 AM - 1 PM.

Please call the Community Health Department at 715-779-3707 with any questions.

Miigwech to all of the Tribal Programs sponsoring Ziigwan Festival for our families!

The Red Cliff Boys & Girls Club “Smoke Fish Not Drugs" Youth Pow Wow is this Saturday and Sunday, April 8-9 at Legendary Waters!

Please contact the Club’s Cultural Coordinator Dusty LaFernier with any questions at 715-779-3722 or via email at dusty.lafernier@redcliff-nsn.gov.

Boozhoo Elders! Here's the food menu for April. Please call 715-779-3706 with any questions. You can also find this calendar online any time HERE.

The Red Cliff Tribal Council is set to meet on Monday April 3 at Legendary Waters.

The Regular Session is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM. Community members are encouraged to attend.

Access the meeting agenda HERE.

The next Badger Box Food Giveaway is scheduled for Thursday April 13. Due to the limited number of boxes available, this giveaway is for Red Cliff Tribal Members only.

The giveaway will begin around 10 AM at the Food Distribution Building. Due to a staff shortage, home delivery will be very limited.

Please call the Food Distribution Program with any questions at 715-779-3740.

Drop in at the Nuzzo House any time between 9 AM and 3 PM on Friday April 14 for this workshop on making your own medicine pouch! Materials are provided.

Please call Amaris at 715-979-1554 to sign up or with any questions.

The Nuzzo House is located at 88985 Nuzzo Road in Gaa-Miskwaabikaang.

Online Resources

Community members can now access Iskigamizigan resources online! Visit www.redcliff-nsn.gov/sugarbush.

You will find vocabulary videos to watch and listen to, a downloadable document with vocabulary to use while you're out at your sugarbush, a How To Guide, information on accessing supplies, Maple ID Booklet, and a maple coloring activity for your little ones. Aho!

Click imto access the entire vocabulary document.

Iskigamizigan supplies available to use

Red Cliff's Tribal Historic Preservation Office and Mino Bimaadiziiwin Farm are offering supplies and guidance for community members to start their own sugar bush! Howah!

See flyers below for all details. Please contact the THPO Department at 715-779-3761 or the Farm at 715-779-3782 with any questions

LCOOU Aanji-bimaadiziwin “The changing of lives” Program is the GED/HSED Program at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University.

They will host an open house this Friday April 7 from 11 AM - 3 PM at the Red Cliff Outreach site. Stop by the learn more about the GED/HSED Program and how it could help you.

Learn more HERE.

Ginanda Gikendaasomin Library's next Book Club date is scheduled for April 27. The group will review Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley.

Contact the Library with any questions at 7156-779-3766.

The Wooruwi Business Program is open to any Native American residing in the state of Wisconsin that wishes to start or develop their business.

The primary benefits of the Wooruwi Business Program include pre-funding services which include free Native-American focused business courses, solidifying your business idea, conducting market research, developing your financial statements, and assistance writing your business plan. Once a client is funded by First Nations Community Financial, a technical assistance plan is established to help shore up areas that need the most improvement and get set up with a business mentor to work on sharpening business skills.

For more information on the Wooruwi Business Program, interested individuals can contact First Nations Community Financial for more information, or visit https://firstnationsfinancial.org/ and submit a loan inquiry to get the process started.

The Red Cliff Tribal Hazard Mitigation Steering Committee has developed the Red Cliff Tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan in coordination with Northwest Regional Planning Commission. This plan demonstrates the Red Cliff Tribe’s ongoing commitment to reduce risk and improve resiliency to hazard events.

This plan serves as a guide to decision makers to direct hazard mitigation programs, activities, and resources. The draft Plan can be viewed HERE or onsite at the Environmental Department, located at 37295 Community Rd. We invite written comments on the Draft Tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan. Comments and questions will be accepted until April 15th, 2023 and can be directed to:

Linda Nguyen, Environmental Director 

Red Cliff Band – Environmental Department 

(715) 779-3650 x 4310

Linda.nguyen@redcliff-nsn.gov 

Emily Nelson, Planner

Northwest Regional Planning Commission

(715) 635-2197

enelson@nwrpc.com

Giwiidosendimin Project LAUNCH and Zaagichigaazowin Home Visiting Program will host a Birth Doula Training & Traditional Indigenous Birth Teachings course April 17-21, 2023 at Legendary Waters.

The course will be taught by Dr. Erin Tenney, with Cultural Support provided by Penny Powless. Participants will have all costs covered and meals will be included. Child care is also available during the training upon request.

Spots are limited for this training. Please register by contacting Mercie Gordon or Amber Hanson.

Red Cliff Community Members:

You are hereby notified that the following changes to the Red Cliff Code of Laws are being proposed by the Red Cliff Legal Department:

Pertaining to Chapter 18 - Land Lease Regulations, subsection 18.8.2

Click HERE to read the entire proposed change to Chapter 18.

Public comment on this proposal is encouraged. Please drop your comments at the Tribal Administration Building, or forward them directly to the Tribal Council. This proposal will be voted upon on Monday April 3, 2023 at the Regular Meeting of the Red Cliff Tribal Council. If the Council enacts these changes, the changes shall become effective upon enactment.

The Red Cliff Band is seeking sealed bid proposals for the construction of a new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) facility located at 37100 State Hwy 13 in Gaa-Miskwaabikaang (Red Cliff Reservation).

Project Description

Red Cliff is seeking to contract with a General Contractor to construct a 7,100 sq. ft. building. The first level will include a large unconditioned garage area, an unconditioned storage area, and a conditioned lounge/sleeping quarters. The smaller second level will include a conditioned storage and IT/security room.

Proposals should be submitted by Thursday April 6 at 4 PM.

View all project details, dates, and proposal requirements HERE.

Please call 715-779-3700 with any questions.

Boozhoo families with the Red Cliff Early Childhood Center! Week 26 of the Second Step Curriculum will work with your children to help prepare them for moving up to the "big school." Teachers will be implementing this curriculum and families will also receive these exercises to continue practicing at home.

Contact the ECC with any questions at 715-779-5030.

Dear Early Head Start Families,

I hope that the New Year finds you and your family happy and healthy.

I would like to let you know that we will be reducing our service hours for Early Head Start. We will be closed for students eight extra Fridays through the end of the school year.

Below are dates of closure that were regularly scheduled for services. We will also be sending out amended calendar pages to assist with keeping track of the changes.

May 5, May 19, June 2, July 14 

This is only through this school year and will impact 8 scheduled Fridays. We know that this may cause challenges for some families and for that we apologize!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jamie, Center Director, at 715-779-5030 ext. 2527 or Jenn, Center Administrator, at 715-779-5030 ext. 2561.

The Red Cliff Education Department is offering additional financial support for those who have already applied for the Higher Education and Job Training Program.

Click HERE to learn more and access an application.

The Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority (RCCHA) has two (2) openings in its Maintenance Department: Maintenance Foreman and Maintenance Worker. Both are full-time positions with a full range of benefits.

MAINTENANCE FOREMAN: Primary duties include, but not limited to, assisting the Maintenance Supervisor with the identification of housing units in need of repairs and or rehabilitation; ordering of materials and supplies; monitor daily work duties of Maintenance staff; prepare weekly work schedules of Maintenance Staff; possess knowledge of construction contracts, bid documents, procurement policies and solicitations of competitive bids.

MAINTENANCE WORKER: Primary duties for this position, but not limited to, are performing basic carpentry tasks; plastering and sheetrock duties; minor plumbing repairs; some electrical and HVAC repairs and general residential maintenance-related tasks.

FOR A DETAIL DESCRIPTION OF EITHER POSITION CONTACT ANGELA D. EMRICH, HR MANAGER, AT aemrich@redcliffhousing.org phone number is 715-779-3744, EXT. 3509

THE RCCHA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES CONSIDER INDIAN PREFERENCE IN SITUATIONS OF EQUALLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.

Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority is accepting applications for housing and housing assistance!

RCCHA provides clean, safe, adequate, and affordable housing for qualified families and elders.

Housing options to apply for include low rent, 6-plex, 4-plex, Elderly, Tax Credit, Tax Credit Rehab.

Oski-Ombendaam New Hope Supportive Housing

The Oski-Ombendaam New Hope housing contains efficiency, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units. The goal of New Hope housing is to provide supportive services to those individuals and families while providing clean, safe, adequate, and affordable housing.

Click HERE to access an application for Housing Assistance.

Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority tenants 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.

Click HERE to order online!