SRMT Kawennì:ios - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

Enniskó:wa/ March 2011Better YourHomeDesignTribal CostSavingsInitiativesNFL Legendat CasinoTreatmentPlantInspectionSRMT Kawennì:iosDog Bite PreventionWorkshopHelping Build a Better Tomorrow1

Business FeatureBetter Your Home DesignBy Kyrie Ransom & Lindsay TarbellAre you thinking about decoratingyour home or personal space butwould like a little help from an expert?Well you’re in luck, because we have justthat!Alex David opened her own interiordecorating and design business, BetterYour Home Design, in June of 2010 afterbecoming certified through QC DesignSchool in interior decorating and design,organization, home staging and as a colorconsultant.Better Your Home Design understandsthat the home is “where the heart is” andis the place where you spend most of yourtime. Better Your Home Design wants tohelp you make your personal space bothcomfortable and welcoming and does itthrough knowledge and experience.So How Does This Work?You begin with a free consultation.Alex meets with her clientsand talks about the project(s)they have in mind. Aftergetting a feel for her client andunderstanding their budget, shegives her clients options of whatcan be done.After the initial consultation,a cost breakdown is providedof what your project will incur.613.577.1798byhdesign@gmail.comwww.byhdesign.comClients often have everything they needright in their homes; it just needs to bearranged for the perfect look. She caneven refurbish old furniture to give it amodern feel. Many other services areoffered, depending on your needs. Alexwill work directly with clients to cleanand de-clutter their homes. Unsureof what to keep and let go? Alex willsit with each client and suggest whatshould be kept indefinitely and whatcan be thrown out.No mess is too big for thisprofessional organizer who can tacklethe messiest of closets and turn theminto the organized paradise you’ve beendreaming of. Do you miss parking yourcar in the garage that has turned into astorage shed? Alex can help get that carback to its rightful place, out of the iceand snow!Don’t be worried that you can’t affordsuch a luxury for your home;rest assured Alex will workhard to accommodate anybudget and still come out ontop. Better Your Home Designis even on the SRMT HousingContractors list, is fully insuredand they receive discountsfrom local businesses. If youwant to Better Your HomeDesign then call today for afree consultation. 2

Good Words ofWelcomeGreetings to all Akwesashrónon,February has quickly come to a close with a flurry ofactivity throughout all the Tribal programs. With all ofthese programs undertaking so many great initiatives,I am looking forward to what the rest of the year willbring.The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino did an excellentjob hosting an NFL legend over Superbowl weekend.A substantial donation was generated through theautographed signings of O.J. Anderson with all theproceeds being donated to the Akwesasne Boys &Girls Club. This event provided numerous benefitsto our community, especially with providing moreprogramming opportunities for our local youth.In an effort to reduce Tribal costs, staff within Tribalorganizations has decreased the financial impact ofTribal operations on the programs and services beingdelivered. The improvements of communication andsharing resources have decreased our costs to conductTribal business. The addition of the Budget Analystwas a great move in the direction of streamlining tribaloperations while improving on the quality of servicebeing provided.On the Cover: L-R: Ethan Seymour, Dylan Lazore,Treven Seymour, Lulu and Botti-James at the Dog BitePrevention Workshop held on February 12, 2011.It hasn’t been all work and no-play for Tribalemployees. The Akwesasne Winter Carnival celebrated20 years of breaking up the winter blues as the Tsi SnaihneRecreation Centre hosted the annual event during themonth of February. Many Tribal programs organizedfun filled events in conjunction with the Carnival, likethe Dog Bite Prevention Workshop that is featured onthis month’s cover. Keep an eye out for a full report onTribal activity during the Akwesasne Winter Carnivalin next month’s edition of Kawenni:ios.One event to look forward to later on this month isthe first ever “Akwesasne International Job Fair” thatis being hosted at the Mohawk Bingo Palace. Thisevent symbolizes a strong effort in intergovernmentalteamwork to combat unemployment during this timeof recession. A diverse array of employers will beseeking future employees at this event and it is a greatopportunity for our community’s workforce.In closing, I thank all of the community memberswho have been attending the monthly Tribal meetingsand the public informational sessions. Your input onthe issues facing our community is always appreciated.Chief Mark GarrowDavid Trout Staddon, EditorAimée Benedict-Debo, Publications ManagerKyrie A. Ransom - Administrative Assistant/PhotographerSRMT Kawennì:ios “Good Words” is published monthly by theSaint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Public Information Office,3412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655(518) 358-2272public.information@srmt-nsn.govwww.srmt-nsn.gov

I LOVE GREEN!By Angela Benedict, Air Quality Program Managerreally do. Everyone who knows me is saying toI themselves, “Tell me something I don’t know.”And it is not just because it is my birthstone or becauseit is the color of grass or leaves and environmentalthings. I love it because it makes me happy! Thesedays it also seems to be a very versatile word. It canmean a variety of things, like “green with envy” or “slapme some green” or “you look green” or if you are at asporting event for Salmon River - GO GREEN! Butthese days it is a good thing to go green. Green meansto be aware of your purchases and habits. Going greencan mean buying something out of recycled materiallike paper, but that’s an easy one, it says it right on thepackage. But what about toilet paper or paper towelsor even your car. Yes, you read it right, your car. Fordis making its vehicles, which are 85 percent recyclableby weight, more eco-friendly through increased useof renewable and recyclable materials; the 2010 FordTaurus is the latest model to use eco-friendly bio-basedseat cushions (http://green.autoblog.com/2010/04/20/ford-using-lots-of-old-recycled-materials-in-ne/).That’s cool. Even McDonalds uses recycled materialsfor their packaging. Lots of big industries are doingtheir part in making greener choices. Businesses likeTarget, Sears, JC Penney and Wal-Mart are someexamples of local industries that havevowed to reduce and recycle withintheir corporations. JC Penney hastaken an initiative to only use recycledpaper for their catalogs. Wal-Marthas committed to reduce greenhousegases at stores, distribution centersand clubs around the world by 20% by2012. These are just some examples.I am not promoting one store over theother.is green by not using electricity, the emissions from thegeneration of the electricity go down. Using detergentsand cleaners that are eco-friendly allows you to getthings clean and not pollute the groundwater or soil.It also allows you to clean without getting exposed toharmful chemicals. Although winter’s coming to an end(I hope) using an alternative to salt when deicing is agood idea. I haven’t really found any ideas except somemunicipalities are using beet juice to de-ice. If you haveto use salt, don’t use a lot and maybe mix it with somesand to dilute it. Another big green choice is not takingor using plastic bags. The sea turtles of the world willthank you! “Plastic bags cause over 100,000 sea turtlesand other marine animals deaths every year whenanimals mistake them for food.” (http://www.naturalenvironment.com/blog/2008/01/10/environmentalimpact-of-plastic-bags/).So remember for today and for the next sevengenerations, let’s do our part to make the world agreener place. Not only because I like green, but justbecause it is the right thing to do. “It’s Not Easy Being Green”Going green within your ownhomes is also rewarding. Lights out4

Bad Dog,No Biscuit!By Jennifer Herne, Animal Control OfficerAdopting a puppy means hard work from thebeginning. One of the first things you will wantto address is any dog behavior problems that mightarise. These issues will have to be addressed from theday your new puppy enters your household and shouldbe dealt with before they become real problems. If notdealt with early, these behavioral problems are muchharder to change when you have an adult dog.One behavioral problem that you might encounterwith your dog is excessive barking. Some dogs willbark at every noise, person, or animal they encounter.Sometimes, these dogs will bark for what appears to beno reason at all. This can be annoying to the owner aswell as the owner’s neighbors, especially if the neighborslive in close proximity to the dog owner. Barking is bestdealt with by not giving the dog the attention he isseeking when he barks and by making sure your dogdoes not have the opportunity to get bored while youare away. Sometimes, something as simple as providingyour dog with a toy can help reduce his barking.Another behavioral issue you may encounter isdigging. This can cause property damage and may evenlead to a safety issue as your dog may dig under a fenceand escape from your property. If your dog is diggingout of boredom, exercise him more or provide him withtoys he can enjoy.Another dog behavioral problem that might need tobe addressed is when your dog gets aggressive towardsother pets. This might be food aggression where thedog gets aggressive when another pet gets near thatdog’s food. It might start out with the dog snapping atthe other dog or chasing him away. The dog may alsoturn on a small child, and snap at that child or evenbite the child. Dog aggression may also arise betweentwo dogs that are trying to establish dominance. If you“Properly trained, aman can be dog’s bestfriendare someone who sets out your dog’s food for them toeat throughout the day, this practice will have to stop.Instead, establish a feeding schedule, and feed yourdogs in different areas so they will not attempt to stealeach other’s food.Of course, these are not the only dog behaviorproblems that you might encounter with your dog.Separation anxiety, whining, chewing problems, runningaway and just overall disobedience to your commandsmight also be problems which you encounter. As withthe other behavioral problems, it is important that youaddress these issues as soon as you encounter them.The internet provides great information to help youwith any bad behaviors your dog may have. You shouldalso consider enrolling your dog in behavior classes.Many bad behaviors are a result of the dog ownerbehaviors. You must teach your dog the proper way tobehave, and being consistent is the key to changing thebehavior of your dog. “5

March is National NutritionMonthThe Let’s Get Healthy Program is celebratingNational Nutrition Month, an annual educationand information campaign, sponsored by the AmericanDietetic Association. The Let’s Get Healthy Program’stheme for 2011 is Senha kakhwi:io sera:ko “Choosebetter foods.”Quinoa- A Nutrition PowerhousePronounced keen-wa, it is an ancient grain thathas been rediscovered in recent years and is makingits way into kitchens and restaurants worldwide. Onceconsidered “the gold of the Incas” it is a whole grain withan unusually high protein content. Quinoa contains anideal balance of all eight amino acids, making it an idealfood for vegetarians or anyone looking for high ironnon-meat foods. It is a diabetic-friendly food, as it is asource of complex carbohydrates, containing five gramsof fiber and seven grams of protein per serving.Give it a tryBy Heather Pontius, Registered Dieticianboring. Quinoa can be easily prepared for any meal, anytime of the day. Most commonly it is used in soups,salads, hot cereals, desserts, side dishes, casseroles andeven in the slow cooker.Where do I buy it?Quinoa can be purchased in bulk food stores, at thesupermarket in the natural foods section or with therice, natural/health food stores and co-op stores. Thereare several locations in and around Akwesasne thatcarry quinoa. If it is not available at your favorite store,ask the grocery manager to order some for you.Basic quinoa cooking instructions: Bring 2 cupsof water, or low sodium broth to a boil in a saucepan.Add 1 cup quinoa, bring back to a boil, cover and cookover medium heat for 12 minutes or until all water isabsorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and serve.1 cup of uncooked quinoa and 2 cups of water will yieldapproximately 4 cups of cooked quinoa.If you are tired of mashed potatoes and rice, then itis time to give quinoa a try. You are in for a real treat!The fluffy, creamy, slightly crunchy texture paired witha nutty flavor makes this versatile grain anything butFor more information or additional recipes pleasecontact Heather Pontius, Registered Dietitian at the Let’sGet Healthy Program, Diabetes Grant-518-358-9667or Mohawk Healthy Heart Project 518-358-6091. 6Quinoa PuddingIngredients:• 1 cup quinoa (soak for 15 • 1/2 cup raisins, driedminutes and rinse in a sieveto remove natural saponin, acranberries,berriesdried currant•bitter protective coating)2 cups water••1 tsp ground cinnamon2 tsp vanilla extract• 2 cups apple juice• 2 TBSP brown sugar or 1TBSP Splenda brown sugarDirections:Place quinoa in a sieve and rinse thoroughly. Allow to drain, place quinoa in medium saucepan with water.Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover pan with a lid, lower heat and allow to simmer until all water is absorbedand quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Mix in apple juice, dried fruit and cinnamon. Cover pan and allowto simmer 15 minutes longer. Stir in vanilla and brown sugar. Serve warm with low fat milk if desired.ENJOY!

Tribal Cost Reduction InitiativesIn recent years, the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe hasundertaken several initiatives in an effort toreduce the costs of providing community programsand services. Beginning in 2008, Tribal staff beganworking with the similar departments at the MohawkBingo Palace and the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino forassisting each other in carrying out their duties. This“Shared Services” initiative expanded to encompassthe departments of IT-Tech Support, Purchasing,Marketing, Safety and Emergency Services, Facilitiesand Training. These departments have been able toshare many resources Tribe-wide from personnel tosupplies and realize tangible cost savings in areas ofequipment rentals, repairs, professional services and insome instances, improve buying power.More recently, the use of certain types of equipmentwithin the Tribal administration offices was reviewedfor efficiencies. After an extensive evaluation, we wereable to successfully reduce the number of copiers, faxmachines and printers, cell phones and telephone linesthat the Tribal administration building uses. All withminimal interruption to the staff and their ability toserve the community. With this initiative, we will seesignificant cost savings in the areas of energy usage,phone and fax lineusage, and paperand suppliesBy Brian Fent, SRMT Chief Financial Officerusage.Another area that the Tribe evaluated was the fuelthat is used by Tribal vehicles every day. By competitivelycontracting the purchase of gasoline, the Tribe was ableto reduce the amount being spent by Tribal programs forfuel by over five and half percent. Our staff is requiredto travel throughout the community and beyond forproviding services to individuals in their homes, patienttransportation, elder bussing, etc., and money not beingspent on higher fuel costs can be spent on continuingand enhancing our services.Lastly, towards the end of 2010 the Tribe created theposition of Budget Analyst. This person assists all ofthe Program Directors and Managers on a daily basis tocreate responsible budgets, to monitor their budgets ona monthly basis and to assist in finding the best use ofall available funds for each program. This position hasalready proven its cost-effectiveness by better definingthe Tribal budgets and adhering to them every day.We are pleased by the results of the above listedinitiatives. We acknowledge that there are still plentyof areas requiring our attention. The Tribe, thus far,has been able to maintain our level of services at atime when many surrounding communities are facingserious budget constraints. Our efforts continue todaythrough continuous evaluations into the way the Tribedoes business from every angle. 7

Spill PreventionSaves More than Just MoneyThis fuel season theTribe’s EmergencyResponse Team has respondedto more home heating fuelspills than normal. The leadingcause of most spills is a tank tipover or fuel delivery accidentand most are preventable. Eachyear a handful of homeownersbear the burden of the costof relocation, cleanup andnew tank installation dueto home heating fuel spills.Though some spills may notbe avoidable, most regularinspections and maintenancecan save more than justmoney.A few minutes are all that’sneeded to complete a homeheating fuel tank inspection.This may save a homeownertens of thousands of dollars incleanup costs and the headache of relocation. Keep thisin mind during your inspection: (If you answer yes toany of these questions please contact your fuel providerLeg Stability – Are any of thelegs bent, rusting, or on a shakyfoundation?Tank Surface – Are there signsof rust, wet spots or excessivedents?Tank Piping – Are there signsof leakage on any of the lines toand from the tank? Are the linesin danger of being cut by fallingsnow or ice?By Jessica Cree Jock,Environmental Compliancefor further assistance)If you would like moredetailed information on homeheating fuel tank inspections,a brochure is available at theTribe’s Environment Divisionoffice located at 449 FrogtownRoad across from theMohawk Bingo Palace. Formore information call JessicaCree Jock at (518) 358-5937ext. 115.Despite efforts, accidentshappen and in the event of ahome heating fuel spill, pleasecall the SRMT EnvironmentDivision at (518) 358-5937or after regular businesshours please contact TribalPolice at (518) 358-9200. Thesooner they know, the soonerthe response and the less theimpact the spill will have on personal property and theenvironment. Tank Age – Is the tank over 25years old?Higher EducationFor all you returning students now is the timeto get your FAFSA done for the 2011-2012academic year. Get your PIN number ready and go tofafsa.ed.gov and get it done. If they ask for a credit card,you’ve got the wrong site.With new Federal and State budgets coming out,and their budget cuts, you may want to search forother sources of assistance. A good cover letter, resume,envelopes and stamps would be a great start.You new students need these things done too. If youare thinking about applying for school the time to doit is NOW.July 15 will be here before you know it. By Rod Cook8

Casino Hosts NFL LegendO.J. AndersonBy Ben Herne, Public Relations Manager, Akwesasne Mohawk CasinoOn Saturday, February 5, 2011 theAkwesasne Mohawk Casino welcomedformer New York Giant and Super Bowl XXVMost Valuable Player Ottis Jerome Anderson(O.J. Anderson) for a special meet and greetsession in Rapids Food Court in honor of SuperBowl weekend. “I consider it a great privilegevisiting the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino as wellas the entire community of Akwesasne,” statedO.J. Anderson. In conjunction with celebratingSuper Bowl XLV, he did some fund-raising forthe Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club.Anderson has appeared on several majorlocal and national radio and television showsincluding: the David Letterman Show andGood Morning America. He has experience asa broadcast analyst with WFAN for the NewYork Giants, and has co-hosted three radioshows in St. Louis with former Cardinal teammatesTheotis Brown, E.J. Junior and Roy Green. Ottis wasalso a frequent guest on The Billy Taylor Show in NewYork and contributed to the in-season weekly column,“Ask Ottis,” in the Giants Insider publication.Sub-Chief Jacobs, O.J. Anderson & Player DevelopmentManager Tony Tasco at Check PresentationAnderson has been affiliated with many communitybodies and charities such as the United Way of America,Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the American HeartAssociation, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society,the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Drug AbuseResistance Education and the DeborahHospital Foundation. He is a memberof Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., andcurrently serves on the Advisory Board ofthe Spina Bifida Association.Boys & Girls Club Entourage Accepting CheckTony Tasco, Player DevelopmentManager stated, “I have known O.J. fora long time and you’ll never find a nicerperson. I have worked with him in thepast and the community and casinopatrons enjoyed meeting him.” The entirecommunity was welcomed to RapidsFood Court on Saturday, January 5, 2011.Proceeds of $2,600 for autographedphotographs benefited the AkwesasneBoys and Girls Club Chapter. 9

Enniskó:wa / MarchCalendar5th - Tribal Monthly Meeting - 10:00 am - Community Building8th - Social Security Administration - 1:30 to 3:30 pm - Tribal Clerk’s office9th - Hogansburg Dam Re-licensing Public Meeting - 6:00 pm - Community Building21st - Job Fair 2011 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm - Mohawk Bingo PalaceAnimal Control Kennel Open House - 3:00 to 5:00 pmTuesdays – Governance Committee Meetings – 5:00 pm – Community BuildingWednesdays – Finance Committee Meetings – 5:00 pm – Community BuildingThursdays – Off-Reservation Gaming Committee Meetings – 5:00 pm – Community BuildingNew FacesAlison Benedict Administration Tribal Ethics OfficerRyan J. Jacobs JOM Recreation SupervisorFelicia Stanka Individual Residential Alternatives Habilitation AideJoseph L. Sunday Tribal Police DispatcherLeroy Swamp Jr. Tribal Police Police OfficerJory Tarbell Tribal Gaming Commission Gaming InspectorGiving BackFunerals - $ 1,500Community Events - $ 6,200Sports - $ 250JobsCoordinator - Akwesasne Employment ResourceCenterAnimal Control Officer - ComplianceHabilitation Aide - Dept. of Social ServicesNetwork Security Specialist - Technical SupportHome Based Coordinator, Teacher Aide Childcare &Cultural Coordinator - Early Childhood DevelopmentData Entry Clerk - EnvironmentYouth Worker / Advocate Female - IntensivePreventive ProgramElection Board Members - Appointed - 3 year termCurrent postings and complete job descriptions areavailable online at: www.srmt-nsn.gov11

Each month, the Ethics Office will be providingscenarios to help community members andelected officials better understand what types ofsituations the Ethics Ordinance covers. These scenariosare inspired from actual cases in federal, state andmunicipal governments.What would you do?A tribal member owns a golf course. S/he supportedyour last run for office. S/he will be holding a hugefundraising event at the golf course for a non-profitorganization. Well-known performers will be inattendance. The golf course owner asks if a Tribal policeofficer can park at the golf course during the event foradded security. What would you do?Is this ethical?This situation falls under the ethics ordinance. InSection C-2.: “Elected officials shall not use his or heroffice in a way that produces or assists in the productionof substantial benefit, direct or indirect, for the official,any members of their immediate families or for anEthics 101By Alison BenedictTribal Ethics Officerorganization or business with which the official isassociated.” Although the first thought is to be helpful,this service is not available to the public in general. Thiswould provide a special privilege for the Tribal memberand a potential benefit to the elected official for futurecampaign contributions.Activity update:• New complaints received 0• Complaints dismissed 0• Complaints in process 8Are you interested in finding out more about theEthics Ordinance and possibly becoming a memberof the Ethics Commission? Please contact AlisonBenedict, Ethics Officer, 518 358-2272 ext. 414 formore information. Tips for the GardenerWhile searching for topics to spark my interest,I found these tips from the Farmer’s Almanaconline at http://www.almanac.com/gardening/jobs/February.• If your house plant seems to be droopy, remove thetop ¼ of the soil and add new fresh soil• Shop early for your seeds from the catalogs andgarden stores• If you keep seeds from last year, put ten seeds inbetween damp paper towels and put in a darkplace. Keep the paper towels damp and check thegermination rate. This will determine how manyseeds to use for your real garden• Spread hardwood ashes around your lilac trees tohelp them grow. Also put them around berries andfruit trees• When pruning your fruit trees, fruit will grow onhorizontal branches rather than the vertical ones.So try and train some branches to grow horizontalby weighing them down14By Julia JacobsEnvironmental Outreach Educator• Place a barrel or other covering over your rhubarbplants to speed up the spring crop• Start your onions from seeds early so that they willbe ready to plant in the spring• Re-pot some of your house plants• You can start someof your seeds incardboard eggcontainers. Makesure to plant thebiggest seeds first andlabel your containers.For more informationcontact Julia Jacobs,Environmental Outreachat 518-358-5937.

Tribal Monthly Meeting1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Introductions:• Welcome• Reading of Action Items - Tribal ClerkPlan of Action for Drug TaskforceRe-Licensing of Hogansburg Dam - Tony DavidDiabetes Center of Excellence - Janine RourkeCommon LandsNew BusinessReading of Action Items - Tribal ClerkAdjournmentAction Items from February meeting:• Have the Police Commission meet with MarkLight to resolve his issue and advise Council of theoutcome.• Provide a history of the common lands.• Hold a special meeting on the Mohawk Anti-TaxSteering Committee to discuss the restricted fund.Follow-up from January Action Items:1. Chief Randy Hart look at the policing policy todetermine procedures to follow regarding MarkLight’s issue.Follow-up: Chief Hart has done preliminary researchand what he has found so far indicates that policepolicy can be made and amended by Tribal CouncilResolution.2. Have the Let’s Get Healthy & Healthy HeartProgram to the February Tribal meeting to answersquestions and address issues of concern.Follow-up: Janine Rourke, Program Director for theLet’s Get Healthy & the Heart Healthy Program willbe in attendance at the February 2011 Tribal meetingto address the Diabetes Center of Excellence.3. Discuss the possibility of scheduling a meeting withFinance to discuss questions raised on buildingsmaintained by the Tribe.Follow-Up: Council will be requesting thatAdministration and Finance put together informationon all tribally maintained buildings and costs associatedwith their upkeep.Enníska / February 5, 2011Chaired by Chief Monica Jacobs4. Schedule a meeting to discuss options for bulk foodat the First American’s IGA.Follow-up: The issue has been forwarded to the Secretaryfor the IGA LLC for discussion at their next meeting.5. Provide a plan of action to address the conglomerationof Tribal history.Follow-up: Council is working towards puttinga strategic plan together regarding the AkwesasneMohawk history. This plan may be presented at theMarch Tribal meeting.6. Chief Randy Hart will research the validity of theagreement between the Akwesasne Mohawk Casinoand National Grid and will report his findings atthe February 2011 Tribal meeting.Follow-up: Chief Hart will make a presentation on hisfindings at the February Tribal meeting.7. Hold a meeting on land claim alternatives andinclude Chief Judge Herne.Follow-up: The meeting was held on Monday, January10, 2011.8. Examine the possibility of putting a Tim Horton’sat the First American’s IGA.Follow-up: This item has been forwarded to theSecretary for the IGA LLC to be discussed at their nextmeeting.9. Provide an update on the hunting and fishing permitfor non-natives to fish and hunt on the territory.Follow-up: Compliance will be hosting communitymeetings to discuss the hunting and fishing permits fornon-Natives on the territory.10. Request a large gathering permit from Compliancefor the meeting at the Fort Covington Court onTuesday, January 11th at 6 p.m.Follow-up: A large gathering permit for Tuesday’smeeting in Fort Covington wasn’t required. 15

Hogansburg Dam Re-LicensingErieBoulevardH y d r o p o w e r(Brookfield RenewablePower) holds theHogansburg project license(P-7815) issued by theFederal Energy RegulatoryCommission or FERC.This license expires inSeptember of 2015. Thedam was built in 1930and produces less than 0.5megawatts of power.The EnvironmentDivision is seeking thecomments of tribal members on the re-licensing process.The Tribe needs community member input to set goalsfor a range of activities including recreation, waterBy Tony David,Water Resources Program ManagerUndated photo of former lumber mill at site ofHogansburg damquality, fish restoration andother issues.A series of publicmeetings is beingscheduled. The firstmeeting will be held onWednesday, March 9, 2011at 6:00 pm in the lobby ofthe Community Building.Please contact Tony David,Program Manager ofWater Resources at theEnvironment DivisionOffice by phone, 518-358-5937 ext 112 or email Tony.David@srmt-nsn.gov if you would like to participate orneed additional information. St. Regis Mohawk Tribe412 State Route 37Akwesasne, NY 13655U.S. POSTAGE PAIDMAILED FROMZIP CODE 13655PERMIT NO. 26POSTAL PATRON16