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  • 2 Elders Day 2009
    Comanche Nation Elders Day was held at the Great Plains Coliseum on December 18, with over 500 people attending.
  • 3 Rhoda Darcell Codynah
    2003 Comanche Nation Princess.
  • 2 Elders Day 2009
    Comanche Nation Elders Day was held at the Great Plains Coliseum on December 18, with over 500 people attending.
  • 8 Debris Clean Up
    On Feb. 1, employees from the 16,000-member tribe continued to deliver supplies, open shelters and partner with local municipalities to combat weather-related problems within the tribe’s eight-county jurisdiction.
  • 1 SIA
    SIA, the Comanche Ethno-Ornithological Initiative is a most unusual program dedicated to the preservation of both the eagles and their cultural associations throughout the world.
  • 9 Janet LeeAnne Saupitty
    1989 Comanche Nation Princess.
  • 7 Prevention & Recovery Center
    We encourage and assist Native Americans of all ages to lead a life free from the dependency of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, prescription medications, and/or any self-destructive behavior.

    Please call us at (580) 357 3449 if you need assistance.
  • 6 Comanche Nation Tags
    To register a vehicle the tribal member will need to bring their current Oklahoma driver's license, CDIB, original title, insurance verification and any lien documents.

    For more information please visit www.cntaxcommission.org or call (580) 595 3315
  • 5 Cheryl Whitewolf
    1976 Comanche Nation Princess.

Annual General Council Meeting

The Annual General Council Meeting will be held on April 17, 2010 at the Comanche Nation Complex. The Meeting will start at 1:30PM in Watchetaker Hall (Gymnasium). On the agenda will be:

I. Call To Order
II. Invocation
III. Nominations of officers
     a. Committeeman #1
     b. Committeeman #2
IV. Tribal Administrator’s Position
V. Tribal Lawyers
     a. Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker
VI. Approval of Budget FY 2011
     a. 20% Contribution
     b. Tax Commission
     c. KCA Operating Budget
     d. Gaming Contribution

*Proposed Agenda items must be submitted to the Chairman’s Office by 5:00 P.M. Monday, March 22, 2010*

Annual General Council Meeting Archives (PDF)

April 18 2009 General Council Meeting

April 19 2008 General Council Meeting

April 21 2007 General Council Meeting

Budget Archives (PDF)

2011 Proposed Budget

2010 Final Budget

2010 Proposed Budget

2009 Final Budget

2009 Proposed Budget

2008 Final Budget

2008 Proposed Budget


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Polling site for 2010 Election

The Comanche Nation Election will be held on Saturady May 15, 2010. If need be the run-off will be held on Saturday June 12, 2010. The Comanche Nation Election Board will have a polling site open at the Comanche Nation Complex - New Confrence Room. Voting will be open 7:30 AM to 6:00PM on both dates.

For more information please visit Comanche Nation Election Board or call (580) 492 3274

Tribal building dedicated to battle addiction (Lawton Constitution)

By Jacob Russell
Staff Writer
www.swoknews.com

The Comanche Nation unveiled a new name, building and logo Wednesday for its ongoing battle against addiction. The Comanche Nation Prevention and Recovery Center, formerly the Comanche Nation Substance Abuse Center, is now at 927 SW D, Suite B.

“A new home, a new direction, that’s what it’s all about,” Tribal Administrator Willie Nelson, said as he spoke briefly after his opening prayer. For director Ronnie Wahkinney, the transformation came in part due to the negativity surrounding the previous name.

“The name substance abuse carried a bad stigma with it,” he said. “It’s hard to feel good when you tell yourself you are going to substance abuse class. It sounds much better to mention the positive aspects: prevention and recovery.”

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Free tax services for qualified Comanche Tribal Members

The Comanche Nation Tax Commission will be preparing taxes free to qualified Comanche tribal members. It’s on a limited basis, first come first serve. We will start doing taxes February 08, 2010 between the hours of 9:00am to 1:00 pm on Monday thru Friday ONLY. NO TELEPHONE APPOINTMENTS.

The tribal member that is filing must be present.

Qualifications are:
Your annual Household gross income is under $41,000.
You don’t have any Out of State Taxes.
You don’t have any of the following types of income?
*Sale of stock or Mutual Funds
*Royalties
*Rental
*Farm
*Partnership
*Sale of home or business

You must have photo ID and Social Security cards for yourself & dependents.

Bring a copy of your last years taxes (2008) If you have been notified by the IRS for previous tax years or this year’s tax, bring the letter with you.

Bring your source of income: W-2’s, 1099, interest, Dividend, Pensions, Unemployment, Social Security benefits, IRAs , Student loan interest, Per Capita, Elderly payment, and/or Casino winnings.

If you have qualified day care expenses for your dependents, list the expenses and the day care providers name, address, and Employer identification number or social security number.

If you are requesting direct deposit of your refund, you must provide bank account and routing numbers. If you have any questions please visit www.cntaxcommission.org
or feel free to contact us at:

Comanche Nation Tax Commission
1915 E Gore Blvd
Lawton, Ok 73501
(580) 595 3315

Polling site for 2010 Election

The Comanche Nation Election will be held on Saturady May 15, 2010. If need be the run-off will be held on Saturday June 12, 2010. The Comanche Nation Election Board will have a polling site open at the Comanche Nation Complex - New Confrence Room. Voting will be open 7:30 AM to 6:00PM on both dates.

For more information please visit Comanche Nation Election Board or call (580) 492 3274

CBC Minutes

April 4
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:14 am

April 16
2009

CBC
Meeting
9:10 am

April 16
2009

CBC
Meeting
11:06 am

April 18
2009

CBC
Meeting
1:29 pm

April 23
2009

CBC
Meeting
12:43 pm

May 2
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:06 am

June 6
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:30 am

July 11
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:06 am

August 1
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:05 am

August 15
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:37 am

September 5th
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:00 am

October 3rd
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:09 am

November 7th
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:00 am

November 23rd
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:15 am

December 5th
2009

CBC
Meeting
10:08 am

January 9th
2010

CBC
Meeting
10:00 am

Annual General Council Meeting

The Annual General Council Meeting will be held on April 17, 2010 at the Comanche Nation Complex. The Meeting will start at 1:30PM in Watchetaker Hall (Gymnasium). On the agenda will be:

I. Call To Order
II. Invocation
III. Nominations of officers
     a. Committeeman #1
     b. Committeeman #2
IV. Tribal Administrator’s Position
V. Tribal Lawyers
     a. Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker
VI. Approval of Budget FY 2011
     a. 20% Contribution
     b. Tax Commission
     c. KCA Operating Budget
     d. Gaming Contribution

*Proposed Agenda items must be submitted to the Chairman’s Office by 5:00 P.M. Monday, March 22, 2010*

Annual General Council Meeting Archives (PDF)

April 21 2007 General Council Meeting

April 19 2008 General Council Meeting

April 18 2009 General Council Meeting

Budget Archives (PDF)

2011 Proposed Budget

2010 Final Budget

2010 Proposed Budget

2009 Final Budget

2009 Proposed Budget

2008 Final Budget

2008 Proposed Budget


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The Comanche Nation News - Online

Comanche Nation Elder’s Council Elects New Officers

Apryl Allen "Who's Who" Indian Gaming Feb 2010

John Tippeconnie named Batschelet Chaired Professor

KCA Discusses the Assisted Living Project

Chairman Burgess and others meet with State Officials

Comanche Museum Prepares for Upcoming Exhibit

Comanche Nation Tax Commission, Summation Report for December 2009

Tribal Administrator Nelson assists in an “eye opening” training exercise with the CNPD

The War On Meth in Indian Country Continues

Resolution Approves the Renaming of the Comanche Nation Complex Gymnasium to Watchetaker Hall

Yackeyonny Signs Letter of Intent

$6 Million Casino Renovation Completed

Finding Help to Raise a Grandchild

Comanche Indian Veteran’s Association Looks Back on Year of Accomplishments October 1, 2008-September 30, 2009

Karty War Bonnet Shown at Comanche National Museum

NIKE N7 in Stores Near You

Museum Hires Collection’s Manager to Staff

Yellow Wolf Hired at Housing Authority as Director

Tax Commission Releases Monthly Expenditures

Cable Running for Comanche Princess

Comanche Boy Rings in 2010

Elder Day at the Lawton Coliseum

Owens Elected ITA Alternative

Law Enforcement Major Completes Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Big Step for Department to Present Cases to U.S Attorney’s Office

Kassanaviod Wins Award from Dahlia Garden Club

CIVA Looking for a Few Good Veterans and Auxiliary

Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian Announces New Traveling Exhibit

Substance Abuse Offices Moves; Plans Re-Opening Reception

Comanche Nation News (PDFs)

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2010
Volume 10: Edition 1 (Jan)
Volume 10: Edition 2 (Jan)
Volume 10: Edition 3 (Feb)
Volume 10: Edition 4 (Mar)

George "Woogie" Watchetaker Dedication

Join us Saturday March 13, 2010 for a dedication celebration to George "Woogie" Watchetaker. The dedication will start at 10:00 AM and will continue throughout the day will stories, pictures, fellowship, Gourd Dance, Round Dance, and more.

For more information call (580) 492 3240 or Download the flyer here (PDF)

Parents Night Out

When: Friday March 12th 7:00pm to 11:00pm

Where: Numunu Turetu ECDC
216 SE J Avenue Lawton, OK 73502

Open to Public
Children ages 1 to 12 years

Trained childcare staff
Late night snack

Prices:
1 to 5 years - $15
6 to 12 years - $10
CASH ONLY

Must RSVP by noon
Friday March 12, 2010
(580) 250 1561
LIMITED SPACE

It’s All About Me:
A Numunuu Children’s Exhibit opens March 18th

(March 8, 2010) Lawton, Oklahoma – The Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center presents It’s All About Me: A Numunuu Children’s Exhibit, on display March 18 – August 31, 2010.  The public is invited to attend the opening reception on March 18th from 1:06 p.m. to 3:06 p.m.  Light refreshments will be served.

Children's Exhibit It’s All About Me: A Numunuu Children’s Exhibit is an art and photography show featuring the works of Comanche children.  In the summer of 2009, the museum staff challenged a group of children with the task of capturing everyday Comanche life.  Twenty six children accepted the challenge and spent a portion of their summer snapping photographs which will be used in this exhibit.  In addition to the photos, a variety of art mediums will also be displayed.  All works were created by Comanche children ages eighteen and younger.

“The only requirement for this show was that the artist had to be enrolled member of the Comanche Nation,” said Phyllis Wahahrockah-Tasi, Museum Director.  “There are some very talented young people among the Comanche Nation.  This is a great opportunity to highlight their talents.”

A variety of Comanche toys, children’s regalia and baby quilts will also be on exhibit.

The Comanche National Museum is located at 701 NW Ferris Avenue, Lawton, Oklahoma, behind McMahon Auditorium.  Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information please visit www.comanchemuseum.com
or contact Candy Morgan at (580) 353 0404

Comanche Boy Will Not Fight March 19th

George "Comanche Boy" Tahdooahnippah will not fight his scheduled 6 round bout on Friday, March 19th at the Choctaw Casino in Durant, OK. "In my January 28 fight I got a cut that required stitches and during sparring this week, the stitches reopened," Tahdooahnipah said. "I was looking forward to this fight and hate to disappoint my fans and followers, but on the doctor's advice, I need to be properly healed, so I don't have trouble in the future. I will be back in action very soon!"

For more information please visit www.comancheboy.com or call (580) 920 0160.

Social Services "Meet & Greet" (Cache, OK)

The Comanche Nation Social Services program will hold a "Meet & Greet" on Mar 10, 2010. The event will be located at the Cache Community Building (Cahoma) and will be open from 10AM - 4 PM.

If you have any questions please call Social Services at (580) 492 3357.

2010 Easter Celebration Egg Hunt & Children's Powwow

The Comanche Nation Prevention & Recovery Center will host a 2010 Easter Celebration Egg Hunt & Children's Powwow on March 27, 2010. The event will be held in Watchetaker Hall (CNC Gym) located at the Comanche Nation Complex. Co-Host is Quanah Parker Descendants. A special invitation is extended to all Tribal Princesses. All vendors welcome with raffle donation.

For more info contact Prevention & Recovery Center for more information at (580) 357 3449.

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Comanche Nation News (PDFs)

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Volume 10: Edition 2 (Jan)
Volume 10: Edition 3 (Feb)
Volume 10: Edition 4 (Mar)

Native Headlines

Comanche Nation College nursing graduates fight for their transcripts - (KSWO)
Story Published: Feb 25, 2010

Tribes target grandchildren in planning - By Carol Berry, Today correspondent (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 24, 2010

Native artists use Coke bottle for Winter Olympic art - By Native Times (Native Times)
Story Published: Feb 22, 2010

Congress shake-ups affect Indian country - By Rob Capriccioso (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 22, 2010

Native Alaskan snowboarder makes Olympic appearance - By Will Graves, AP Sports Writer (Native Times)
Story Published: Feb 15, 2010

Indian arts protection bill passes House - By Rob Capriccioso (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 19, 2010

Twilight And New Moon "Sucking The Quileute Dry" - By Angela R. Riley (NYTimes)
Story Published: Feb 7, 2010

Indian programs largely protected from budget freeze - By Rob Capriccioso (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 7, 2010

Comanche Nation Emergency System a huge success - (KSWO)
Story Published: Feb 04, 2010

Creating lasting legacies - By Vincent Schilling (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 2, 2010

Comanche Nation blasted by ice - By S. E. Ruckman (Indian Country Today)
Story Published: Feb 2, 2010

The (Comanche) Boy Who Cried Pride - by Coyote Duran (www.maxboxing.com)
Story Published: Jan 28, 2010

Tribe hopes to profit from solar energy - by Susan Montoya Bryan (Native Times)
Story Published: Jan 22, 2010

NIEA calling for art submissions - by National Indian Education Association (Native Times)
Story Published: Dec 29, 2009

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The appearance of hyperlinks to external sites does not constitute endorsement by The Comanche Nation of Oklahoma. The linked web sites or the informations, products or services contained therein are for helpful information purposes.

The Comanche Nation of Oklahoma does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these locations.

About Us

Comanche tribal enrollment now numbers 14,557 with approximately 7,763 members residing in the Lawton-Ft.Sill and surrounding areas of Southwest Oklahoma. The Comanche Nation complex is located nine miles north of Lawton, Oklahoma and employs about one-hundred forty-five people.

History

The Comanches were rulers of the Great Plains in the 1700s and became known as the "Lords of the Plains" in the southern plains. Renowned for their horsemanship, the Comanches defended their land from all intruders.
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Grants Survey

Please take a few minutes and complete a survey for the Grants Department. Information on this survey is extremely critical providing the tribe statistics for additional program funding. Please answer all questions that apply to you and your household.

Download the survey here:

Grants Survey (PDF)

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(580)492 3620
grants@comanchenation.com

Contact Us

Ph: (580) 492 3240
Ph: (877) 492 4988
Fax: (580) 492 3796
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EMAIL

The Comanche Nation Complex
584 NW Bingo Rd.
Lawton, OK
73502-0908



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Employment Opportunities

Dispatcher
Closing:
March 19th, 2010

Certification Specialist
Closing:
March 19th, 2010

Director of WIA
Closing:
March 26th, 2010

Applicants who are considering employment with The Comanche Nation must submit a completed application.

Please complete the Comanche Nation application:
Application (PDF)

Comanche Nation Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 908
Lawton, OK 73502

PH: (580) 492 3269
FAX: (580) 492 3712
EMAIL