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Call Georgetown Tribal Council: 907-274-2195 or toll-free 1-888-274-2195 Connecting generations of Georgetown tribal members to the roots of their traditional community. the georgetown connection October, 2015 1 2 7 6 Annual Meeting Member Spotlight What’s Cooking This year’s annual meeng took place in Aniak and was hosted by Connie Vanderpool and her family. Aniak was chosen so that the council could parcipate in the Interior Rivers State Fair. The council set up booths to sell Frito-pie and loaded baked potatoes for community fundraising. This year’s elecon was for Seat E held by Michael Murphy Jr. and despite a struggle to reach quorum, quorum was met and Rebecca Wilmarth was elected to Seat E for a three year term. Environmental Coordinator Jonathan Samuelson was on hand to give a progress update on the Environmental Program. Lastly this years Tribal Member of the Year award was presented to Douglas Moffi Jr. Douglas was nominated by Connie Vanderpool for his help seng up the annual meeng, driving Council and Staff members to and from Fair venues, assisng with water sampling trips and his many years of lending a hand when asked to the Tribe and its members. Council officers remain the same David Kutch Jr. Chairman/President, Traci Maczynski Vicechair, and Vaness Evans Secretary/Treasurer. Environmental Coordinator Jonathan samuelson presents with the help of Sarah Murphy

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Call Georgetown Tribal Council: 907-274-2195 or toll-free 1-888-274-2195

Connecting generations of Georgetown tribal members to the roots of their traditional community.

the georgetown

connection

October, 2015

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2 7 6Annual Meeting Member SpotlightWhat’s Cooking

This year’s annual meeting took place in Aniak and was hosted by Connie Vanderpool and her family. Aniak was chosen so that the council could participate in the Interior Rivers State Fair. The council set up booths to sell Frito-pie and loaded baked potatoes for community fundraising. This year’s election was for Seat E held by Michael Murphy Jr. and despite a struggle to reach quorum, quorum was met and Rebecca Wilmarth was elected to Seat E for a three year term. Environmental Coordinator Jonathan Samuelson was on hand to give a progress update on the Environmental Program. Lastly this years Tribal Member of the Year award was presented to Douglas Moffitt Jr. Douglas was nominated by Connie Vanderpool for his help setting up the annual meeting, driving Council and Staff members to and from Fair venues, assisting with water sampling trips and his many years of lending a hand when asked to the Tribe and its members. Council officers remain the same David Kutch Jr. Chairman/President, Traci Maczynski Vicechair, and Vaness Evans Secretary/Treasurer.

Environmental Coordinator Jonathan samuelson presents with the help of Sarah Murphy

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5313 Arctic Bvld Ste 104Anchorage, Alaska 99518www.georgetowntc.com

T: (907) 274-2195 1-888-274-2195 toll-freeF: (907) 274-2196E: [email protected]

COUNCILChairDavid “Buddy” KutchSeat D/ Term expires:2016

Vice ChairTraci MaczynskiSeat C/ Term expires:2017

SecretaryVanessa EvansSeat B/ Term expires:2017

MemberTamara VanderpoolSeat A/ Term expires:2016

MemberRebecca WilmarthSeat E/Term expires:2018

STAFF

Tribal AdministratorWill Hartman

Environmental CoordinatorJonathan Samuelson

Computer SpecialistEric V. Dietrich

Council UpdateSome important topics facing the Tribe are the adoption of a new election ordinance and Travel Policy, updating our Long Range Transportation Plan, and the Land program. The Land Committee is looking to revamp the application process and will be holding a meeting to discuss changes. We look forward to hearing from Tribal Members on how they feel the Council should move forward with these projects.

Tribal Member of The Year Douglas moffitt Jr.

Fair Fun!Annual meeting attendees

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We ould love to hear from you...

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ID card updateDo you currently have a Georgetown Tribal ID? The ID can be used to travel on an airplane the same way a driver’s license or state ID. A Georgetown Tribal ID was/is also required when filing for an Affordable Care Act exemption. The Georgetown IDs are free of charge for tribal members. Contact the Georgetown office or any of the Council members with any questions.

Georgetown Home Site Lot updateThere are a number of home site lots currently available in Georgetown open to tribal members. If you have any questions about the application process and/or interested in applying for a home site lot please call the Georgetown office or contact any Council member.

Home Site program discussionThe Georgetown Council has begun to discuss the pros and cons of opening up our home site lot program to non-tribal members. Although it is just discussion, the Council understands how important it is to get some production in Georgetown. If you have any thoughts or concerns, please contact the Georgetown office or any Council member.

Quarterly Council MeetingsThe Georgetown Tribal Council meets quarterly to discuss all aspects of Georgetown business. These meetings are usually take place in the Anchorage office and are open to all tribal members. We encourage you to come and sit in on a meeting if you're interested in what exactly goes on.

Tribal Transportation Safety ProgramThe Council is preparing to update the Tribes Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) to include a Tribal Transportation Safety Program. The council will be hosting a public forum and will be accepting public comments in the near future.

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Our EnvironmentOur tribe is somewhat unique in the way that we have members living along the lower, upper, and middles sections of the river. As management of fisheries went between state managers with Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) and federal managers with US Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS) this summer, rules and regulations became convoluted and sometimes difficult to follow. Georgetown sits upriver from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta National Wildlife Refuge whose boundary is at Aniak, therefore is in waters managed by the State. People along the river saw restrictions that were put in place to encourage extreme conservation, especially for Chinook salmon. Despite very limited fishing opportunities in some areas, coupled with a less than ideal system of dual-management, it looks as though everyone was able to meet their needs for the year. While there are many groups and organizations that have a hand in fisheries management, this summer we saw the introduction of the newly-formed Kuskokwim River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (KRITFC). The KRITFC is composed of one representative (commissioner) from each tribe on the Kuskokwim River. Commissioners are elected by their respective tribes. The KRITFC aims to unite villages when it comes to fisheries management and works toward a system of co-management, which will allow for a more cohesive way of decision making. Though still in the early stages, The KRITFC has potential to significantly change the way fisheries is managed on the river.

A preliminary report has been released by ADFG and here is a look at what swam up the George River this season. Undoubtedly, thanks to local conservation efforts, 2,281 King Salmon were counted at the George River Weir; this was just shy of the 10 year average of 2,797 and about 900 fish less than last year. Just 139 Red Salmon went through the weir; while this number seems alarmingly low it is higher than the average which is a mere 113 salmon. Sockeye’s don’t normally spawn up the George resulting in the low count, though other locations show a strong run in 2015. 17,415 Chum Salmon were counted and while this is a similar number to last year, it is roughly half the 10 year average of 31, 729. It will be interesting to see if the Chum run continues to weaken. On the other hand, the Silver Salmon run was near twice that of the 10 year average at a count of 33, 642. Here is a chart showing 2014 and 2015’s runs at the George River Weir, as well as the 2005-2014 average.

George River Weir Salmon Escapement Chinook Sockeye Chum Coho2015 2,281 139 17,415 33,6422014 2,993 156 17,148 35,77110 year Average 2,797 113 31,729 19,713

Now that the salmon fishing season is over, GTC will stay informed on potential changes to regulations and management for future summers. Our elected KRITFIC Commissioner, Jonathan Samuelson, will also keep us updated on the development of the new group.

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Visions of Home

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Growing up in rural Alaska, McGrath High School graduate Kaelen Rosander enjoys everything his backyard (a.k.a. “The Great Outdoors”) has to offer, both on the ground and in the air. Just as his namesake’s before him have done for generations, Kaelen is ready to spread his wings and fly.

Kaelen is the oldest son of tribal member Tamara Vanderpool and grandson of late Richard Vanderpool and it was during his junior year that he had the opportunity to take an aviation elective offered by the high school and AvSTEM. The class learned about the history and beginnings of aviation, and also built their own small airplanes to enter into a competition. The program then offered participants to start ground school and Kaelen jumped at the amazing opportunity. He mentions, “On both sides of my family there are tons of pilots, and I loved planes since I was a little kid.”

Early in June 2015, a flight instructor from the Missionary Aviation Repair Center (MARC) of Soldotna, Alaska who participated in the program went out to McGrath to teach flight lessons. After passing a physical and the written test, Kaelen soloed on June 25, which just happened to be his 17th birthday (how cool is that!). He mentions, “The plane I did all my flying in was a Cessna 172” and behind the controls of a 172, Kaelen completed his final check ride in Soldotna, Alaska on July 3, 2014.

Kaelen has participated in sports throughout high school and recently received the exciting news that he is a UA Scholar. Becoming a University of Alaska scholar is no small task and takes a lot of hard work throughout all 4 years of high school. Kaelen graduated this spring and is currently attending the University of Alaska Fairbanks as a freshman. Kaelen is interested in studying engineering with a definite interest in getting his A&P mechanics license.

Kaelen would like to thank Grant and Barney Funk, April Erhardt, and the Missionary Aviation Repair Center for their support and involvement. He also would like to thank his Mom Tamara, Dad Neil, and Grandpa for their support and being there “Every step of the way.”

Congratulations Kaelen!!

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What’s Cooking?Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp

6 cups chopped rhubarb2 cups blueberries1 cup sugar (more or less to taste, depending on how tart your berries are.) 2 tbsp cornstarch

Mix ingredients together and place in baking dish

Topping

1 cup of rolled oats1 cup of brown sugar1 cup of flour½ cup butter, melted

Stir all together, until the largest pieces are about pea sized. Sprinkle over the top of the fruit mix. Bake 350 for approx 30-35 minutes until bubbly in the center and top is golden brown

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Birthdays

Hugh Jackman -Actor October 12, 1968Katie Perry -Singer October 25, 1984Julia Roberts -Actress October 28, 1967

Gordon Ramsay -Chef November 8, 1966Miley Cyrus -Singer November 23, 1992Jon Stewart -Tv Show Host November 28, 1962

Jeff Bridges -Actor December 4, 1949Nicki Minaj -Rapper December 8, 1982Samuel L. Jackson -Actor December 21, 1948

Trivia(www.history.com)One quarter of all the candy sold annually in the U.S. is purchased for Halloween.

Americans spend an estimated $6 billion annually on Halloween, making it the nation’s second-largest commercial holiday.

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The largest pumpkin pie ever baked was in 2005 and weighed 2,020 pounds.

Sarah Josepha Hale, the enormously influential magazine editor and author who waged a tireless campaign to make Thanksgiving a national holiday in the mid-19th century, was also the author of the classic nursery rhyme “Mary Had a Little Lamb.”

Towns with Christmas themed names:North Pole ,AK

Santa Clause, GASanta Clause, INNoel, MORudolph, WISnowflake, AZ

About 1.76 billion candy canes are produced in the US each year.

The US Postal Service sell over 1.3 Billion Winter Holiday stamps a year.