Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma
86th Semi-Annual General Council
April 17th, 2021
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
(behind Thunderbird Casino, 15700 OK-9, Norman, OK 73026)
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Beverages/food
COVID-19 vaccines
PPE
Call us for more information, 405.275.4030
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is seeking qualified applicants to fill the vacancy of the
OFFICE OF REPRESENTATIVE
Please submit letter of intent and resume to
Office of Tribal Secretary,
2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK 74801, secretary@astribe.com
All applicants must be able to pass background checks from the election commission.
Deadline for submission is May 7, 2021.
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, "Executive Committee Meetings" hereby calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 21,
2021 at 10:00 A.M. at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Tax Preparation Services
The IRS has extended the deadline for filing from April 15th to May 15th.
Tax Preparation Services are open to the community. Those meeting the low-to-moderate income of $57,000 are eligible for free income tax filing, form 1040 and 1040SR.
Required Tax Documentation:
Photo identification, social security card, medical/dental expenses, 1099 form, W-2 form, 1099-R form, last year's taxes and receipts for any charitable donations.
Tax Preparation Times:
Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
End date: Saturday, May 15, 2021
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
To make an appointment, please contact Tina Ontiveros 405.275.4030 ext 6431.
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AST Multi-Purpose Building:
2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK 74801
An employee COVID-19 drive-thru testing event for Tribal Complex employees ONLY will be held tomorrow Tuesday, March 30th in front of the Multi-Purpose Building.
- When: Tomorrow 1-4PM
- What: Return to Work Employee COVID Testing
- Where: AST Shawnee Tribal Complex (enter by bank and go to front of MPB) and then exit.
- Why: To ensure employees are safe to return to work and not expose other employees. If you have a positive test you will be called.
All department are to return to full-staff on Monday, April 5, 2021. If you have any questions, please contact your supervisor.
SPECIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, "Executive Committee Meetings" hereby calls and declares public notice that the SPECIAL meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, March
31st , 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Tue, 03/30/2021 - 4:00pm to Wed, 03/31/2021 - 4:00pm
Join the Native Connections Grant for our upcoming virtual event "Building Our Future: Creating Leaders of Change" featuring Native motivational speaker, Brian Frejo! This FREE & VIRTUAL event will provide Native youth with traditional leadership values for positive decision making, wellness, resiliency, and so much more.
Registration is free and will include a swag bag and t-shirt. Want to win additional items? Simply invite your friends to join and you will be entered for additional prizes. Click the following link to register (https://forms.gle/HzoNrMazdhNYxbgr5)
For more information, please contact Angela Gonzalez, Native Connections Grant Coordinator, at agonzalez@astribe.com or 405.701.7995.
In honor and in memory of Absentee Shawnee tribal Lieutenant Governor, Kenneth Blanchard, and to allow team members time to honor him as well, Thunderbird Entertainment Centers will be closed on Tuesday, March 16th until 5:00 p.m.
We offer our most sincere condolences to his family and many friends. We have great appreciation for all the Lieutenant Governor has achieved and contributed.
-Thunderbird Entertainment. Center Team.
NOTICE!
Due to a day of mourning in honoring the life of Lieutenant Governor Kenneth Blanchard, Absentee Shawnee Tribe, the Tax Prep event for Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 will be closed and all appointments will be rescheduled.
Dear Tribal Members,
On March 12, 2021, Lieutenant Governor Kenneth Blanchard began his journey home. The Lieutenant Governor has been a big part of the tribe and he will be deeply missed. We extend our sincerest apologies and deepest condolences to his family. Out of respect for his many years of service and dedication to the Tribe, flags have been ordered to half-staff.
Additionally, the Tribal complex/offices will be closed Tuesday March 16, 2021 for his Memorial service. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this time.
Thank you
The Executive Committee
Executive Resolution No. E-AS-2021-21
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma
Special Executive Committee Meeting
March 10, 2021
A Resolution Duly Adopted By The Executive Committee Of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma Hereby Establishing The Date, Time And Location For The 86Th Semi-Annual General Council Meeting Of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma On Saturday, April 17, 2021 At 10:00A.M. At The Thunderbird Casino Pow Wow Grounds In Norman, Oklahoma.
The After School Program is now offering free Virtual Tutoring for grades K-6 for any CCDF Eligible child, AST Tribal Member, or AST Employee child.
For more information, contact LaNora Buswell through email or phone.
Email: LaNora.Buswell@astribe.com
Phone: 405.481.3427 Call/or Text
Tue, 03/09/2021 - 12:00am to Wed, 03/31/2021 - 11:59pm
Join Us For Our Free Community Fluoride Prevention Drive
• This event is for ages 2 - 17 years old.
• Patients will need to provide us with their demographic information and will receive a goodie bag for participation.
• Services include a 45 second to one minute fluoride application.
• Free giveaways and prizes!
For More Information Please Call 405.447.0300 Ext. 796