ELDERLY ENERGY ASSISTANCE SUBAWARD Guidelines

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On June 14, 2021, the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma received notification that they have been awarded a grant by the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board.  This is a  subaward opportunity for tribal nations in Oklahoma in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.  The grant award is specific to Peoria tribal elders, 65 years and older, that live within the State of Oklahoma and is to assist with cooling/electric and water bills, purchase needed window air conditioning units, and purchase fans to assist in keeping our elders at a safe, cool temperature.

 

#PeoriaProud For more information on our Oklahoma Elder Summer Reimbursement program click here!

Special Business Committee Meeting

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Notice of Special Meeting

Chief Craig Harper of the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma announces a Special Meeting of the Peoria Tribal Business Committee will be held on Monday, June 21, 2021, at the Tribal Headquarters, 118 S. Eight Tribes Trail, Miami, Oklahoma, convening at 5:00 p.m.  The agenda will be limited to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding and for the transaction of other business that may be presented.  A complete agenda will be posted at the tribal headquarters 24 hours prior to the meeting.

 

Signed:  Craig Harper, Chief

Official Notice June 10, 2021

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Peoria Tribal Cemetery Grant Funding!

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On June 3, 2021, Stacy Lindsly received notification that the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma was awarded $447,262.00 by the National Park Service for the Rehabilitation and Conservation of the Peoria Tribal Cemetery.  It was one of six grants given throughout the county in recognition of the Civil Rights Movement.  This grant was submitted in January and written by Stacy Lindsly, grant writer for the Tribe and Proud Citizen.  Please see the attached Press Release for this grant.

National Park Service awards $2.4 million to help preserve America’s civil rights history – Office of Communications (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

 

Election Results

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  • Second Chief: Logan Pappenfort
  • Second Councilman: Kara North

Congratulations to Logan Pappenfort, Second Chief, and Kara North, Second Councilman for your re-election to the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma Business Committee! The Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma thanks you for your continued work and dedication to the Tribe. Thank you to all of those who ran for candidacy, as well. Your commitment and pride for your Tribe, the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, does not go unnoticed. We appreciate your time and effort in the 2021 election!

 

#PeoriaProud

Eldercare & Disability Reimbursement Increases to $2,500

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We are proud to announce that the amount able to be reimbursed to Tribal citizens of the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has increased $1,000 for a total reimbursement amount of $2,500 per year! This is great work in protecting our elders and disabled throughout their lives. #PeoriaProud For more information on our Eldercare and Disability Reimbursement program click here!