Northern Cherokee Nation Council Meeting July 11, 2020
MINUTES:
Meeting called to order, pledge of allegiance and prayer given by Speaker Daniel White Crow.
Roll call by Buffalo Sister
White Crow—Here
Buffalo Sister-Here
Fast Knife-----Here
Gentle Rain—Here
Hawk Arrow-Absent
Grandmother Rose-Here
Wandering Wolf-Here
Billy Boyce----Here
Chief Grey Elk gave a report on gathering at Hawk Arrow’s place on the 4th of July. They had 80 to 100 people show for Ribs and Fireworks. Good time had by all.
Busy Red Bird announce that we are down to approximately $18000.00 on the loan payment. Won’t be long it will be done! We have donation cans set up for NCN Flags, NCN Magnetic Seals, and NCN Grounds payment and upkeep. You may also use our Paypal button located on our webpage for your donations. www.northerncherokeenation.com
Tony Running Wolf gave thanks to all that come and help with the landscaping. Everyone is welcome to use the grounds, but, be sure you clean your area and pickup all your belongings and trash.
Pow Wow dates were discussed, and the final vote is
POW WOW WILL BE HELD JUNE 25, 26, AND 27, 2021
Grandmother Rose 1st motion, Wandering Wolf 2nd motion, Council approved.
Gentle Rain still has the raffle going for the knife that White Crow donated. Tickets are $5.00 each. Knife will be given away at the September meeting.
White Crow called for the consent agenda to be passed. Fast Knife 1st, Gentle Rain 2nd, Council approved.
Many thanks to Dee Dee Sell, (Buffalo Sister’s Mom) for the name card holders for the Council and Elder Council!
Busy Red Bird gave many Wados to all those that donated time, money, supplies, and equipment for our flagpole project! The flags are flying every day!
Chief Grey purchased a new hand drum for the nation. It was made by Stone Akin, citizen of our tribe. Asking for ideas to decorate the drum, please submit them to Fast Knife.
Chief Grey Elk announced that court case is progressing and getting into the hearings stage.
Billy Boyce was honored today with the gift of his Native name; he is now known as Standing Rock.
Winner of door prize was Russell Wilson.
Vote to adjourn, Fast Knife 1st, Gentle Rain 2nd, Council Approved.
White Crow gave prayer over the food we shared.
Meeting called to order, pledge of allegiance and prayer given by Speaker Daniel White Crow.
Roll call by Buffalo Sister
White Crow—Here
Buffalo Sister-Here
Fast Knife-----Here
Gentle Rain—Here
Hawk Arrow-Absent
Grandmother Rose-Here
Wandering Wolf-Here
Billy Boyce----Here
Chief Grey Elk gave a report on gathering at Hawk Arrow’s place on the 4th of July. They had 80 to 100 people show for Ribs and Fireworks. Good time had by all.
Busy Red Bird announce that we are down to approximately $18000.00 on the loan payment. Won’t be long it will be done! We have donation cans set up for NCN Flags, NCN Magnetic Seals, and NCN Grounds payment and upkeep. You may also use our Paypal button located on our webpage for your donations. www.northerncherokeenation.com
Tony Running Wolf gave thanks to all that come and help with the landscaping. Everyone is welcome to use the grounds, but, be sure you clean your area and pickup all your belongings and trash.
Pow Wow dates were discussed, and the final vote is
POW WOW WILL BE HELD JUNE 25, 26, AND 27, 2021
Grandmother Rose 1st motion, Wandering Wolf 2nd motion, Council approved.
Gentle Rain still has the raffle going for the knife that White Crow donated. Tickets are $5.00 each. Knife will be given away at the September meeting.
White Crow called for the consent agenda to be passed. Fast Knife 1st, Gentle Rain 2nd, Council approved.
Many thanks to Dee Dee Sell, (Buffalo Sister’s Mom) for the name card holders for the Council and Elder Council!
Busy Red Bird gave many Wados to all those that donated time, money, supplies, and equipment for our flagpole project! The flags are flying every day!
Chief Grey purchased a new hand drum for the nation. It was made by Stone Akin, citizen of our tribe. Asking for ideas to decorate the drum, please submit them to Fast Knife.
Chief Grey Elk announced that court case is progressing and getting into the hearings stage.
Billy Boyce was honored today with the gift of his Native name; he is now known as Standing Rock.
Winner of door prize was Russell Wilson.
Vote to adjourn, Fast Knife 1st, Gentle Rain 2nd, Council Approved.
White Crow gave prayer over the food we shared.
NEWS FLASH: ANNUAL GATHERING AND POW WOW SCHEDULED
FOR JUNE 25-27, 2021
Dates for the Annual Gathering and Pow Wow have been announced for June 25-27, 2021 at the Tribal Complex in Clinton, Missouri. Please continue to check back here on our website and on our Facebook page for further details as they become available.
Here are the links to the Vendor Form and Souvenir Program.
Vendor Information PowWow Program Booklets
https://www.facebook.com/NorthernCherokeeNation/posts/2436324929835522
Here are the links to the Vendor Form and Souvenir Program.
Vendor Information PowWow Program Booklets
https://www.facebook.com/NorthernCherokeeNation/posts/2436324929835522
Photo Highlights from the Northern Cherokee Nation's July Council Meeting (Minutes to come)
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PHOTO CREDIT: Donna Calm Spirit Stone, tribal citizen
THREE IMPORTANT MESSAGES FROM THE TRIBE
The Tribal Complex needs some office supplies such as printer ink, paper, envelopes, stamps, file folders, and other office supplies. These items are generally purchased at Staples. If you can support in the purchase of these supplies, you can make a donation through our pay-pal button on our website, northerncherokeenation.com or mail your welcomed check(s) to Northern Cherokee Nation, P. O. Box 413, Cuba, Missouri 65453. We also accept Staples gift cards. Any questions, please feel free to call anytime at 660-885-7779. Remember this is your tribe, we do not receive state or federal funding, we are a 501c3 not for profit. We depend on your help.
To keep the tribal membership files current and accurate, please update your email addresses, mailing address, marriages, name changes, and family deaths. Send updates to northerncherokeenation@gmail.com or call the tribal office.
One of our largest fundraisers during the years is the annual auction that is conducted during the pow wow. If you have items to donate, or can collect items to be auctioned, please start gathering those now for the June 2021 auction. We especially appreciate items that may have Native American influence/connection, or would generate a high sales price. For questions, contact Twila Campbell at 314-574-4993, twilac03@gmail.com, or Keith Dobbs at 707-972-0145, ktdobbs@msn.com.
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SCHEDULES, DATE CHANGES, CALENDAR: Our webpage has a complete listing meeting dates and times. Our Facebook page also shares the schedule of our events and activities. When all else fails, call the tribal headquarters in Clinton at 660-885-7779, Monday thru Fridays. Please remember Buffalo Sister is an UNPAID volunteer so she may not be there every day. Leave a message and return phone # and she will call you back.
BE PROUD TO SUPPORT YOUR NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION!
The Northern Cherokee Nation always appreciates your support.
If you'd like to become a supporter, PayPal is available for your convenience to make
your generous tax-deductible donations to the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Remember, the Northern Cherokee Nation is a 501c3.
This is a secure and easy way to donate and help your tribe.
The Northern Cherokee Nation always appreciates your support.
If you'd like to become a supporter, PayPal is available for your convenience to make
your generous tax-deductible donations to the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Remember, the Northern Cherokee Nation is a 501c3.
This is a secure and easy way to donate and help your tribe.
ONLY AFTER ALL THE TREES ARE CUT,
AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED,
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED,
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.
REMEMBERING OUR PAST
PRESERVING OUR CULTURE
PLANNING OUR DESTINY
PRESERVING OUR CULTURE
PLANNING OUR DESTINY
Webmaster
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Keith "Buffalo Healer" Dobbs ktdobbs@msn.com
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