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SHEE ATIKÁ STANDS WITH STA IN SUPPORT OF CONSERVING HERRING STOCK
At its last board meeting, the Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution in support of STA’s efforts to conserve the Sitka Sound herring stock and protect the viability of a subsistence harvest of herring eggs.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of Shee Atiká Incorporated hereby shares the Sitka Tribe of Alaska’s concerns and stands with them in support of their efforts to conserve the Sitka Sound herring stock and protect the subsistence harvest of herring eggs in Sitka Sound.
For the full Resolution SAI 2020-02, click here.
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SHEE ATIKÁ SUPPORTS INCLUSION OF CHARLIE JOSEPH, SR. IN BARANOF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NAME CHANGE
At its last board meeting, the Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution in support of including Charlie Joseph, Sr.’s name in the new name that is chosen for the Baranof Elementary School. Shee Atiká has a Charlie Joseph, Sr. (Kaal. átk’) Cultural and Heritage Award given to a group or individual who strives to preserve the Tlingit lifestyle through living or teaching others the lifestyle of the Tlingit people before Western man. Charlie Joseph, Sr. shared his knowledge extensively by living a subsistence lifestyle, as well as teaching Tlingit traditions to students in the Sitka Native Education Program in Sitka from 1974 until his death in 1987.
For the full Resolution SAI 2022-04, click here.
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SEEKING BOARD CANDIDATES
Our next annual meeting will be held on May 21, 2022 in Sitka, Alaska. At this time, we plan to hold the meeting virtually via livestream like we’ve done the last two years. The health and safety of our shareholders is very important to us.
Three director positions will be elected at the annual meeting. Shareholders who are interested in running for the Board on Shee Atiká’s corporate proxy must submit a complete application so that it is received by 5:00pm Alaska time on February 25, 2022.
Interested shareholders can obtain the application packet in one of two ways:
- Download it here.
- Contact Lauren Estes by email: info@sheeatika.com or by calling the office at (907) 747-3534 or (800) 478-3534 and ask for a copy to be sent to you.
If you have any questions or comments, we encourage you to email the board, info@sheeatika.com or contact the board through the sheeatika.com website Contact Us link.
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SHEE ATIKÁ HIRING ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN IN SITKA
Shee Atiká, Incorporated (Balanced Accounting Solutions, LLC) is hiring for a full-time Accounting Technician in Sitka, AK. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma and two years of accounting and/or bookkeeping experience. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong mathematical skills, have a functional knowledge of Excel, Word and other business-related software programs, be highly self-motivated and a team player.
The candidate should have the ability to learn, apply, and communicate policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to assigned accounting functions and make basic mathematical computations rapidly and accurately. Have the ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds and be able to organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities, develop effective working relationships with others and work with limited supervision.
Preference will be afforded Shee Atiká Shareholders in accordance with applicable law. A background check will be required. This position is open until filled. Wage range $20 - $28/hr. and is DOE. Shee Atiká offers a competitive benefit package in addition to base wages.
Send application, résumé and a cover letter explaining why you are the best candidate, to: Shee Atiká, Incorporated, Attn: Human Resources, 315 Lincoln Street, Suite 300, Sitka, AK 99835, fax (907) 747-5727, or e-mail to info@sheeatika.com. You can access the application here. More information may be obtained by contacting Human Resources at the corporate office at (907) 747-3534.
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SHEE ATIKÁ CARES ACT UPDATE
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As you know, Shee Atiká teamed up with the Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska to distribute its $277,000 in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funding from the federal government to eligible shareholders.
Tlingit & Haida very generously assisted Shee Atiká in administering the CARES program at no additional cost to Shee Atiká or its shareholders.
Shee Atiká paid out $250 to a total of 779 shareholders throughout this process for a total of $194,700.
After the CARES Application deadline passed, it was determined that there was $50,000 remaining to be distributed. The Board directed management to donate the funds to a local organization that could be used for COVID mitigation. Management chose to donate the funds to the Sitka School District. They were very happy to receive the donation to help the students during this challenging time.
The remaining funds were used to help pay for the program as well as other COVID mitigation costs.
We would like to thank Tlingit & Haida for their help administering this program. We would not have been able to help as many shareholders if it weren’t for their help and generosity!
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BOARD INCREASES ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD AMOUNTS
At the recommendation of the Shareholder Relations Committee (Pam Steffes, Larry Garrity, Lowell Frank, Krista Perala, and Patrick Young), the Board is pleased to announce that it has made some changes to the Shee Atiká Scholarship Program, including increasing the annual maximums.
Academic Scholarship – The Academic Scholarship (which has an upcoming application deadline of March 11, 2022) has a new annual maximum of $3,000, up from $2,400. This has also increased the lifetime maximum to $24,000, up from $19,200.
Cultural & Heritage Scholarship – The Cultural & Heritage Scholarship (which has an upcoming application deadline of March 11, 2022) has a new annual maximum of $3,000, up from $2,400.
Short Term Cultural & Heritage Scholarship – The Short Term Cultural & Heritage Scholarship (approved by staff as needed) has a new maximum of $850, up from $815.
Short Term Training Scholarship – The Short Term Training Scholarship (approved by staff as needed) has a new maximum of $850, up from $815.
Youth Scholarship – The Youth Scholarship (with deadlines the first Friday of January, April, July and October) has a new annual maximum of $500, up from $300. This has also increased the lifetime maximum to $5,000, up from $3,000. The primary focus is to fund school or community activities for young shareholders. Previously, camps were not included in this program; however the Board has changed the program to allow for the funding of camps.
If you are interested in learning more and/or applying for any of these scholarships, click here for applications and additional information.
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE
There is one scholarship application deadline per year. The next deadline is Friday, March 11, 2022 at 5:00pm, Alaska time. If you are interested in taking classes for the 2022/2023 academic year, you will need to submit your application by this deadline. Applicants may be awarded up to $3,000 per academic year for the purpose of earning an academic degree, a vocational certificate or attending a program/class that advances the cause of Native culture. Please visit our website for more information: http://www.sheeatika.com/scholarship-information.
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BOARD APPOINTS KATIE STATON TO SECOND TERM OF SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
 At its annual planning meeting, the Board appointed Katie Staton (Eugene, OR) to a second term on the Shee Atiká Scholarship Committee. She joins Committee Chairman Brian James (Seattle, WA) and Chuck Miller (Sitka, AK). The Committee is responsible for reviewing and approving scholarship applications received prior to the scholarship deadline of March 11, 2022.
Katie was born and raised in Juneau, AK and her family is from Sitka, Ketchikan, and Metlakatla. She is Tsimshian, from the Wolf (Lax’ Gibuu) Clan. She earned a Political Science degree from Gonzaga University and went on to earn a Juris Doctorate with a focus on Indian Law from the University of Oregon, School of Law as well as a Master’s degree in Conflict & Dispute Resolution. During the course of her education, she benefited from the Shee Atiká scholarship program.
In her professional career, Katie provides support every day to Native students as they navigate their lives as college students at the University of Oregon’s Many Nations Longhouse.
Katie is the granddaughter of Ethel Staton and daughter of Donna and Norman Staton Jr. Katie lives in Eugene with her spouse, Justus and new little boy, Dylan Ryan.
We are lucky to have her as part of the team!
Help us welcome Katie back to another term on this very important committee.
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SHEE ATIKÁ ACQUIRES LAKOTA SOLUTIONS, LLC
We are pleased to announce that Shee Atiká Incorporated (SAI), through its wholly-owned holding company, Shee Atiká Government Services, LLC, has acquired Lakota Solutions, LLC (Lakota). Lakota is the most recent addition to the Shee Atiká family of companies involved in government contracting and real estate management and development.
Karl Potts, Shee Atiká’s President/CEO, had this to say about the Lakota acquisition: “…the acquisition of Lakota expands our talent base and brings new capabilities to Shee Atiká in the areas of Supply Chain Management/ Warehousing/Storage, Government Equipment Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance. Lakota fits extremely well with our current portfolio of government support services which include Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Science, Technical & Engineering Services.” Potts went on to say that “We at Shee Atiká are excited about the future and what the addition of Lakota’s talented team will mean long-term to our shareholders.”
Lakota was founded in 2006 and provides support services to a growing group of customers which include the General Services Administration, US Air Force, Defense Logistics Agency, US Army and Missile Defense Agency across 10 states.
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TAXABILITY OF SAFE DISTRIBUTIONS AND SAI SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNERAL BENEFITS
Shee Atiká Fund Endowment (SAFE) Distributions
All of the SAFE Distributions paid out in 2021 will be taxable. All shareholders will need to report this amount on their 2021 federal income tax return. Whether or not a shareholder will actually have to pay tax on this portion will depend on each individual’s circumstances. Shareholders WILL be receiving a Form 1099-DIV from Shee Atiká regarding the taxable portion of SAFE’s distributions. These tax forms will be mailed by January 31, 2022.
Shee Atiká Incorporated (SAI) Scholarship and Funeral Benefits
All funeral benefits paid out in 2021 will be taxable. Those who applied for a funeral benefit on behalf of a shareholder will be receiving a 1099-NEC form in the name of the deceased shareholder, which will need to be reported on the decedent’s final tax return.
Some scholarships paid out in 2021 will be taxable. Shareholders who attended an accredited school or university will not receive a 1099-NEC form and will not need to report the scholarship payments on their 2021 federal income tax return. Shareholders who did not attend an accredited school or university will likely receive a 1099-NEC form and will need to report the scholarship payments on their 2021 federal income tax return.
Please contact the office with any questions (or have your tax preparer call).
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UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
Please reach out to the office to ensure your contact information is up-to-date.
Call: 907-747-3534
Toll Free: 800-478-3534
Email: info@sheeatika.com
Website: Contact Us
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TESTAMENTARY DISPOSITION
What is a Testamentary Disposition or a TD?
It is a Will for your Shee Atiká shares and directs Shee Atiká on who you want your shares to go to upon your death.
Why is it Important to Complete a TD?
Without a Will or a TD, under most circumstances Alaska State Law will dictate who gets your shares upon your death.
Make your wishes known by completing your TD! The Testamentary Disposition is only one page. It can be found on our website at www.sheeatika.com under Forms or you can contact the office and we can mail you a form or email you a form. The Form must be signed in front of a Notary Public to be valid.
Contact us to be sure yours is up-to-date.
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SHEE ATIKÁ MISSION STATEMENT
Shee Atiká Incorporated’s mission is to “preserve and enhance our culture for all generations of shareholders, and to provide benefits to shareholders consistently and on an equitable basis.”
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