Diabetes Program Presents: SUMMER LUNCH AND LEARN
July 31, 2019 at Noon in the MBCH Convention Center
Menu:
- Marinated and Grilled Summer Vegetable Kabobs
- Asian Grilled Chicken Skewers w/ Light Vinaigrette
- Chopped Greens Salad
- Steamed Basmati Rice
- Grilled Fresh Summer Fruits w/ Pound Cake & Local Honey
VA will be holding a Bringing VA Benefits Home event here on the Meskwaki Settlement on Friday, August 2nd from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm in the East Conference Room of the Tribal Center.
During this event you’ll be able to:
- Speak with a VA representative
- Get answers to VA claim and benefits questions
- File your claim
- Get same-day decisions when you share complete information
Point of Contact: Peter Vicaire, (612) 558-7744, Peter.Vicaire@va.gov.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
This event has been postponed. Check back soon for the rescheduled date!
Community Engagement Opportunity regarding the Meskwaki Recreation Center
August 6, 2019 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. This is the last chance to share your thoughts about the recreation center.
Meskwaki Recreation Center 3D Virtual Reality Walk-though on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm in the ISG Tent at the Annual Powwow.
Take a 3D tour through the Ho-Chunk District One Community Center showcasing the project’s concepts and plan elements.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
Senior Center serving breakfast only!
Children 5 and under: FREEThursday, August 8
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Children’s Day/ages 6 -12: $3.00
Friday, August 9
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Senior’s Day/ages 55 and up: $3.00
Saturday, August 10
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Veteran’s Day/ All Veterans: $3.00
(Must show proof)
Sunday, August 11
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Special Events
Senior Center serving breakfast only!
Join us on Sunday, August 11th for MADAC’s Annual Fun Run and Walk during the Meskwaki Annual Powwow!
Registration at 8:30 am
Run/Walk starts at 9:00 am.
Start and Finish at the powwow grounds cook shack.
Route: North to railroad tracks, turn right (East) on gravel road to Hwy E49 and back to cook shack.
Seniors need only walk to railroad tracks and back.
Join us for this Fill the Bus event!
Tuesday, August 13th from 1:00 – 6:00 pm in the MSS High School Commons.
Come pick up your school supplies for the new school year! Also, FREE haircuts will be offered as well!
*Please bring your child’s hair clean and already shampooed.
ALL community youth are welcome, but do NOT need to be present.
Supplies will be available as long as supplies last.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
R.I.S.E will be having a free film screening of Gridshock is an investigative documentary about sex trafficking in Iowa.
Tuesday, August 13th
Doors open at 5:30 pm
Film begins at 6:00 pm
*Discussion following the documentary with filmmaker Vanessa McNeal
There will be soda and popcorn available
UPDATED LOCATION!
The Meskwaki Health Clinic will be hosting a Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, August 10th at the Meskwaki TRIBAL CENTER.
Registration begins a 5:00 pm
Run/Walk starts at 5:30 pm
*Senior route available
Food, drinks and door prizes after the run!
For questions, contact Kathy or Danelle at 484-4094.
The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled to be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. The meeting will begin at 5:00 pm and be held in the Tribal Chambers.
Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
*Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
On Wednesday, August 14th from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at the Meskwaki Tribal Center Gym there will be a Community Engagement Opportunity about the Meskwaki Recreation Center!
Kayella’s will be catering and there will be door prizes available!
This will be the last change to share your thoughts and ideas with the group.
*COMING SOON: Meskwaki Recreation Center 3D Virtual Reality Walk-through!
Please accept this invitation and join the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa and the Environmental Protection Agency in the Signing Ceremony of Regulatory Treatment as a State in the Development of Tribal Water Quality Standards.
Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm in the Meskwaki Tribal Center, located at 349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, Iowa.
Speakers:
- Environmental Protection Agency: Regional Administrator Jim Gulliford
- Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa: Tribal Chairman Tony Waseskuk
- Meskwaki Natural Resource Department: Dr. Jarrett Pfrimmer
The Meskwaki Nation welcomes our friends, neighbors and partners in celebrating this historic moment, as Meskwaki Nation moves forward in Water Quality Standards for all residents in the state if Iowa.
Questions or comments, please contact the Natural Resource Department: (641) 484-3511
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Family Fun Night Committee is hosting a Back To School Barbeque!
Thursday, August 15th
Starts at 5:00 pm and Ends at 8:00 pm
Come play volleyball, bags, swim and more!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. (Swim at your own risk, no lifeguard on duty).
Bring chairs, towels, blankets, etc.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Diabetes Program Presents: SUMMER LUNCH AND LEARN
July 31, 2019 at Noon in the MBCH Convention Center
Menu:
- Marinated and Grilled Summer Vegetable Kabobs
- Asian Grilled Chicken Skewers w/ Light Vinaigrette
- Chopped Greens Salad
- Steamed Basmati Rice
- Grilled Fresh Summer Fruits w/ Pound Cake & Local Honey
VA will be holding a Bringing VA Benefits Home event here on the Meskwaki Settlement on Friday, August 2nd from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm in the East Conference Room of the Tribal Center.
During this event you’ll be able to:
- Speak with a VA representative
- Get answers to VA claim and benefits questions
- File your claim
- Get same-day decisions when you share complete information
Point of Contact: Peter Vicaire, (612) 558-7744, Peter.Vicaire@va.gov.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
This event has been postponed. Check back soon for the rescheduled date!
Community Engagement Opportunity regarding the Meskwaki Recreation Center
August 6, 2019 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. This is the last chance to share your thoughts about the recreation center.
Meskwaki Recreation Center 3D Virtual Reality Walk-though on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm in the ISG Tent at the Annual Powwow.
Take a 3D tour through the Ho-Chunk District One Community Center showcasing the project’s concepts and plan elements.
PURPOSE
Pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa “Any member of the Tribe who resides away from the reservation for a period of ten years and who has not within that time signified to the Tribal Council his desire to continue his membership in the Tribe but may later be adopted into the Tribe under the same membership status as previously enjoyed, by a majority vote of the Tribal Council after residing on the reservation for one year.”
For financial purposes the Tribal Council mandated an audit of all enrolled tribal members to occur every five (5) years to verify addresses, bank information, and update tribal identification. In order to accomplish this, all enrolled tribal members are required to present themselves in person to Tribal Council representatives.
PROCEDURE
The next membership audit will be July 29, 2019 through August 9, 2019 to accommodate all out of town tribal members.
- July 29, 2019 through August 2, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 3, 2019 from 9:00am-1:00pm
- August 5, 2019 through August 7, 2019 from 8:30am-4:00pm
- August 8, 2019 through August 9, 2019 from 8:30am-11:30am
All August 2019 per capita payments will only be available in paper check format. Per Capita checks will not be disbursed until the week of August 5th. Per capita payments that are regularly distributed by direct deposit or mail must be picked up in person upon completion of your audit. Direct deposit will resume with September 2019 per capita payments.
If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding per capita please contact Vestana Lasley at 641-484-4678 or email forms@meskwaki-nsn.gov.Special arrangements can be made to accommodate those members who have been identified as legally incompetent, active duty, incarcerated, or handicapped.
Senior Center serving breakfast only!
Children 5 and under: FREEThursday, August 8
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Children’s Day/ages 6 -12: $3.00
Friday, August 9
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Senior’s Day/ages 55 and up: $3.00
Saturday, August 10
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Veteran’s Day/ All Veterans: $3.00
(Must show proof)
Sunday, August 11
Grand Entry: 1pm & 7pm
Special Events
Senior Center serving breakfast only!
Join us on Sunday, August 11th for MADAC’s Annual Fun Run and Walk during the Meskwaki Annual Powwow!
Registration at 8:30 am
Run/Walk starts at 9:00 am.
Start and Finish at the powwow grounds cook shack.
Route: North to railroad tracks, turn right (East) on gravel road to Hwy E49 and back to cook shack.
Seniors need only walk to railroad tracks and back.
Join us for this Fill the Bus event!
Tuesday, August 13th from 1:00 – 6:00 pm in the MSS High School Commons.
Come pick up your school supplies for the new school year! Also, FREE haircuts will be offered as well!
*Please bring your child’s hair clean and already shampooed.
ALL community youth are welcome, but do NOT need to be present.
Supplies will be available as long as supplies last.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
R.I.S.E will be having a free film screening of Gridshock is an investigative documentary about sex trafficking in Iowa.
Tuesday, August 13th
Doors open at 5:30 pm
Film begins at 6:00 pm
*Discussion following the documentary with filmmaker Vanessa McNeal
There will be soda and popcorn available
UPDATED LOCATION!
The Meskwaki Health Clinic will be hosting a Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, August 10th at the Meskwaki TRIBAL CENTER.
Registration begins a 5:00 pm
Run/Walk starts at 5:30 pm
*Senior route available
Food, drinks and door prizes after the run!
For questions, contact Kathy or Danelle at 484-4094.
The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled to be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. The meeting will begin at 5:00 pm and be held in the Tribal Chambers.
Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
*Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
On Wednesday, August 14th from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at the Meskwaki Tribal Center Gym there will be a Community Engagement Opportunity about the Meskwaki Recreation Center!
Kayella’s will be catering and there will be door prizes available!
This will be the last change to share your thoughts and ideas with the group.
*COMING SOON: Meskwaki Recreation Center 3D Virtual Reality Walk-through!
Please accept this invitation and join the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa and the Environmental Protection Agency in the Signing Ceremony of Regulatory Treatment as a State in the Development of Tribal Water Quality Standards.
Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm in the Meskwaki Tribal Center, located at 349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, Iowa.
Speakers:
- Environmental Protection Agency: Regional Administrator Jim Gulliford
- Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa: Tribal Chairman Tony Waseskuk
- Meskwaki Natural Resource Department: Dr. Jarrett Pfrimmer
The Meskwaki Nation welcomes our friends, neighbors and partners in celebrating this historic moment, as Meskwaki Nation moves forward in Water Quality Standards for all residents in the state if Iowa.
Questions or comments, please contact the Natural Resource Department: (641) 484-3511
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Family Fun Night Committee is hosting a Back To School Barbeque!
Thursday, August 15th
Starts at 5:00 pm and Ends at 8:00 pm
Come play volleyball, bags, swim and more!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. (Swim at your own risk, no lifeguard on duty).
Bring chairs, towels, blankets, etc.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Charise and Sara from the Meskwaki Health Clinic will be offering American Heart Association CPR/First Aid classes on August 13, 15, 19 and 20 from 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm in the Conference room at the clinic.
These classes are FREE to the Meskwaki Community.
If interested, contact Sara or Charise at the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.