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Representative Sharon Hunt District 15:

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1/15 Addresses and eliminates sub-standard housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of tribal members. The program provides services to repair (or replace) existing, sub-standard housing for qualified, low-income homeowners. Applications are accepted for rehabilitation services from applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, which include but are not limited to the following: Applicant must be an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Applicant must reside in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland Counties. Applicant must own or have lifetime rights to the home requiring repairs. Applications for rehabilitation services are accepted Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The following documents are needed to apply for rehabilitation services. Applications will not be accepted without all supporting documentation for each member of the household. Rehabilitation Checklist: 1. Copy of applicant’s current tribal enrollment card 2. Copy of applicant’s picture identification 3. Copy of social security cards for all household members 4. Copy of birth certificates for all household members age 16 or older 5. Proof of income for all household members 6. Proof of disability (if applicable) ** If handicap accessibility is needed, a letter from your doctor will be required. 7. Copy of bank statements for all household members 8. Copy of all deeds to property and/or court-filed lifetime rights and/or mobile home title/bill of sale 9. Copy of Power of Attorney (if applicable) 10. Proof of all assets (title or registration of vehicles, motorcycles, boats, etc.) 11. Criminal record check (will be done in office for anyone age 16 and older) Contact Wayne Chavis Jr. Rehab Manager E-mail: wchavis@lumbeetribe.com Marbeth Pevia Assistant Rehab Manager Phone: (910) 522-2213 E-mail: mpevia@lumbeetribe.com Heather Strickland Outreach Intake Specialist Phone: (910) 522-2212 E-mail: hstrickland@lumbeetribe.com Lisa Hagins Homeowner Compliance Specialist Phone: (910) 522-5466 E-mail: lhagins@lumbeetribe.com Shania Chavis Contractor and Payout Specialist Phone: (910) 522-2205 Email: schavis@lumbeetribe.com Michelle Gales Rehab Compliance Specialist Phone: (910) 522-6519 E-mail: mgales@lumbeetribe.com Ryan Jacobs Rehab Inspector Phone: (910) 522-2185 Email: rjacobs@lumbeetribe.com Sam Bird Rehab Inspector Phone: (910)-374-8775 Email: sbird@lumbeetribe.com Terry Locklear Rehab Inspector Phone: (910) 522-2214 Email: tslocklear@lumbeetribe.com Jimmy Kerns Rehab Warranty Specialist Phone: (910) 668-6097 Email: jkerns@lumbeetribe.com Rehabilitation Program

Season (June 14 - Until) Tuesday - Friday : 1 2 pm - 6 pm Saturday: 11 pm - 6 pm Sunday: 2 pm - 6 pm ($1) Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center Location Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center 824 Terry Sanford Drive Maxton, NC 28364 Admission (CASH ONLY) $3 - Anyone with an Active Tribal Card $4 - Anyone without a Tribal Card Hours of Operation Hours Vary By Day of Week

MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Mission Statement To implement treatment which help people with substance abuse disorders achieve and maintain a meaningful and sustainable recovery with lifetime lasting results. Program Overview Cultivate balanced, independent lives through culturally specific program services. Expand and increase recovery services to all individuals that are suffering from substance abuse disorder. Reduce the number of relapse occurrences through preventive services. Increase the number of individuals living in sobriety. Services T alking Circles (Share our truths with others in a safe and inclusive environment) Support Groups Smudging Community Resources Cultural Enrichment (Learn more about the ideas, beliefs, and traditions of the Lumbee people) Job Training Location 204 West 3rd St. Pembroke, N.C. 28372 Contact Information Erica Locklear, Program Director 910-522-5055 Department of Energy Mission Statement The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Department of Energy (DOE) is to serve as a service institution for American Indian families in Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland counties by addressing household heating and cooling issues through safe, healthy and educational initiatives. Contact Information Wilma Dial, Compliance Specialist Phone: 910.522.2206 energy@lumbeetribe.com Housing Checklist Housing Checklist Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) Rehabilitation Program Down Payment Assistance Program Home Ownership Program New Construction Program Emergency/Rental Assistance Emergency Mortgage Assistance 37 Stock/Elders Housing Program 37 Stock/Elders Housing Program Transitional Housing Program / Assets Section 184 Loan Guarantee Program Community Center-Rental Application The Student Housing Voucher Program Tribal Enrollment ENROLLMENT AND RECORDS OFFICE Mission Statement The mission of the Office of Tribal Enrollment and Records is to uphold tribal sovereignty and execute responsibilities of tribal enrollment as dictated by the Constitution of the Lumbee Tribe. The office seeks to preserve for all time the Lumbee way of life by maintaining vital records provided by and for tribal members. In doing so, the office is in keeping with the tribe’s desire to honor our ancestors and provide for future generations. The Enrollment and Records office is regulated by CLLO-2010-0121-01 An Act to Provide Tribal Enrollment Ordinance. This ordinance is in accordance with Article II of the Lumbee Constitution. To qualify for membership with the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina (new or updating), applicants must have biological descent from one or more persons named on the tribe’s base rolls and maintain historical or present day contact. The rolls will close thirty (30) days prior to any Special or Regular Election (typically held in November) and will remain closed thirty (30) days after or until certification of the election. Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Contact Information (910) 521.7861 6984 NC 711 West, Pembroke Youth Services Mission Statement The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Youth Services is to inspire youth in Indian Country, through cultural enlightenment, to realize their full potential regardless of their circumstances and to become caring, responsible tribal members. Program Overview The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Boys & Girls Clubs are open to all youth between the ages of 6 to 18 for a nominal membership fee for the school year and the summer session. The club hours during the school year is 2pm-6pm and in the are summer 8:30am-5pm. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will strive to: Promote Unity Provide a "Positive Place for Youth" Have an environment where youth are able to celebrate life accomplishments with peers Teach and promote cultural activities in the communities Utilize the elders and other role models from the communities to teach the youth life long skills. Contact Information Dr. Rose Marie Lowry-Townsend, Youth Services Manager (910) 775.9071 Onnette Jacobs, Administrative Specialist (910) 775.9071 Tangelina Jarry, Assistant Manager Vocational Rehabilitation Mission Statement The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is to provide vocational rehabilitation services to any tribal member with a disability living in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland Counties. The objective of the program is to prepare for, obtain or retain gainful employment. It is our goal to improve the quality of life for tribal members with disabilities. Program Overview The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation program provides vocational rehabilitation services to any tribal member with a disability living in the tribal service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, or Scotland Counties. If you are a tribal member suffering from a physical disability, anxiety, depression, other mental health issues, substance or alcohol abuse, learning disabilities, trouble with hearing and/or vision, or other emotional/behavioral disabilities you may be eligible for services. A tribal member may also qualify if he/she feels the disability affects their ability to attain or maintain employment. Contact Information Celeste Hunt, Program Director Terri Hunt, Administrative Assistant (910) 521.4220 Location 6984 NC Hwy. 711 West P.O. Box 236 Pembroke, NC 28372 Tribal Enrollment Veteran Services Mission Statement The mission of the Lumbee Tribe Veterans Service Office is to provide safe, sanitary and decent housing to enrolled members of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Program Overview A variety of important benefits and services are available to veterans and their families from the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies. The Service Officer can assist individuals in applying for: VA Home loans Down-Payment Assistance VA health care benefits Service-connected disabilities Vocational rehabilitation and employment Pensions Certificate for home loans Burial and memorial benefits Dependents and survivor benefits and healthcare Appeals of VA claims decisions Order military records and medals We will maintain the highest ethical and moral standards by providing a service through which our society can express its gratitude to the men and women who continue to pay the price of our nation’s freedom. Contact Information Janice Locklear (910) 522.2208 jlocklear@lumbeetribe.com Location Lumbee Tribe Veterans Service Office 204 West 3rd Street P.O. Box 2709 Pembroke, N.C. 28372 (910) 522.2210 or (910) 521.7861 Youth Services Vocational Rehab Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center Location Lumbee Tribe Cultual Center 824 Terry Sanford Drive Maxton, NC 28364 Admission (CASH ONLY) $2 - Anyone with an Active Tribal Card $3 - Anyone without a Tribal Card Hours of Operation Memorial Day, May 27: 10am - 7pm Pre-Season Saturdays June 1 & 8: (10am - 7pm) Sundays June 2 & 9: (2pm - 6pm) Season (June 16 - September 2) Tuesday - Friday: 1pm - 7pm Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 2pm - 6pm Project 3C A partnership between the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Public Schools of Robeson County, and Robeson Community College. Project 3C is a $3.6 million dollar United States Department of Education, Native Youth Community Program (NYCP) four-year grant awarded to the Lumbee Tribe to provide American Indian students with experiences and skills necessary to Develop their self – efficacy Increase congruence between their interests and career choices Broaden their college and career opportunities in STEM Families and tribal communities will also be empowered to provide a supportive and informed environment that promotes student choice, success, and career exploration. Transportation to College and Career Class The grant will assist with transportation cost for Native American students to attend College and Career Classes, if necessary, to Robeson Community College. The Public Schools of Robeson County coordinates this process. College and Career Class Textbooks The grant will assist with textbook cost for Native American students to participate in College and Career Ready classes if necessary with Robeson Community College. The Public Schools of Robeson County coordinates this process. Contact Information: Gwen Chavis, Project 3C Director (910)522-2221 glchavis@lumbeetribe.com Homeless Veterans Program Project 3C UNCP Project 3C RCC Project 3C Brochure Project Indigechoice C reating H elpful O ptions to I ntegrate C ulture and E ducation Project IndigeChoice is a five-year United States Department of Education grant, awarded to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina to serve American Indian students. The Accessing Choices in Education (ACE) grant was designed to allow the Lumbee Tribe to set up a variety of education options and services from which parents or students can choose. The grant will begin providing services and programs October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2025. University & College Tours College Day Conference Counseling Summer & Saturday Camps Culturally Relevant Tutoring Technology Materials *Textbooks *Educational Kits *Transportation *These services are only for students taking College and Career Promise courses/classes at Robeson Community College. Rental Pandemic Relief Program (RPRP) RPRP is available to all tribal member who reside within the Lumbee tribal territory, throughout the United States, territories, and the District of Columbia. Eligi bility A renter household, in which one more or individuals: Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median. Rent, Rent Arrears, and Utilities For the purpose of RPRP, “utilities” includes: electricity, propane, natural gas, water, sewer, trash removal, and internet. Utilities does not include telecommunication services, such as telephone and cable. Contact (910)-775-2543 rentalrelief@lumbeetribe.com *Hand written applications may be delivered to the program drop box located at the Soaring Eagle Community Building, 442 Norment Rd., Lumberton, NC 28360. Mortgage Pandemic Relief Program (MPRP) MPRP is available to all tribal member who reside within the Lumbee tribal territory, throughout the United States, territories, and the District of Columbia. Eligi bility A homeowner, in which one more or individuals: Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship after January 21, 2020. Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median. Financial Assistance Include Unpaid mortgages, Utilities, internet, homeowner-related insurance, HOA and Condo fees, property taxes, principle mortgage reduction, and mortgage interest rate reduction. Contact (910)-775-2543 mortgagelrelief@lumbeetribe.com *Hand written applications may be delivered to the program drop box located at the Soaring Eagle Community Building, 442 Norment Rd., Lumberton, NC 28360. Contact Rita Locklear, Program Director rjlocklear@lumbeetribe.com (910)-522-2215 Tiffany Clark, Parent Liaison tclark@lumbeetribe.com (910)-522-2196 Tutors Needed, Apply Here: Tutor Position Application Registration for Services RPRP Application RPRP Portal / Application MPRP Application MPRP Portal / Application Project IndigeCHOICE Homepage Programs & Services Housing Department Mission Statement This mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Housing Department is to provide affordable, safe, and sanitary housing options for eligible Lumbee Indian families in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland Counties. Contact Information Bradley Locklear, Director of Housing Services (910) 522.5161 bslocklear@lumbeetribe.com Anthony Pevia, Director of Housing Development (910) 522.2211 apevia@lumbeetribe.com Nichole Dial, Admin assistant /Student Housing Voucher Program Manager (910) 522.5161 ndial@lumbeetribe.com Client Inquiries: rehab @lumbeetribe.com **Applications must be completed at The Lumbee Tribal Administration Building. Applications for Housing accepted daily Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.** Anchor 8 Anchor 10 Anchor 7 Anchor 9

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Representative Homer Fields District 14:

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