main_phone: Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 or 985-594-3725 Charles Verdin -> 985-232-1286 or 985-594-3725
notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. -> Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 (cell) or 985-594-3725 Charles Verdin (home) HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377.

main_phone: Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) or Charles Verdin -> Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 or 985-594-3725 Charles Verdin

cat_notes: 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer N Gloves, Rubber * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average N Mops * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Shovels * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Squeegee, Long Handled Flood Squeegee Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Tarps ------------------------------------------ LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee". -> 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer N Gloves, Rubber * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average N Mops * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Shovels * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Squeegee, Long Handled Flood Squeegee Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Tarps N Wheelbarrows ------------------------------------------ LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

cat_notes: LTel 12/23/09 removed outdated needs: 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer ------------------------------------------ LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee". -> 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer N Gloves, Rubber * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average N Mops * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Shovels * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Squeegee, Long Handled Flood Squeegee Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Tarps ------------------------------------------ LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

notes: 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer ------------------------------------------ HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. -> HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377.
cat_notes: LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee". -> LTel 12/23/09 removed outdated needs: 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer ------------------------------------------ LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. -> 12/23/09 LTel removed outdated needs: Cleaning, Cleaner, Bleach, Unscented (Gallons) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average / 100 = pallets No Yes N Cleaning, Cleaner, Disinfectant, Spray, Surface Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies * (ANY/ALL Types) Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleaning Supplies, Sponges Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes N Cleanup, Debris Removal, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, House Gutter, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Mud-Out, Muck-Out, Flood Clean-Up, Volunteer Very Urgent Urgent Not Urgent Average No Yes * N Cleanup, Tree Cutting & Removal, Volunteer ------------------------------------------ HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377.

notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -> HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377.
cat_notes: Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee". -> LTel Removed old note 9/20/08: =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -------------------------------------- Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

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notes: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -> HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps
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areas_served: Pointe-Au-Chien Tribal Lands -> Pointe-Au-Chien & Isle de Jean Charles Tribe Communities
eligibility: -> Impacted by Hurricanes Gustav & Ike
cat_notes: LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee". -> Removed old note 9/20/08 LTel: 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------- LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

name: Pointe-Au-Chien Indian Tribe -> Pointe-Au-Chien Indian & Isle de Jean Charles Coastal Tribes
main_phone: -> Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) or Charles Verdin
address: PO Box 416 -> PO Box 416 (See notes for delivery address)
dc_population: -> 1400

status: Standby -> Open

notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -> 9/11/08: This area is being evacuated due to flooding (pre Ike bands) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps
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notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for Pointe Au Chien Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps -> HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for the Billiot Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. She referred me to Chief Albert Naquin for details on where to deliver supplies and inventory needed. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps

cat_notes: LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. -> LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain. The Pointe Au Chiene Tribe is in the best position to service all three nations because the Island tribe is in the lowland and is not accessible by car or truck. They have had the most severe impact in that area. They have always combined their efforts to serve each other and will get supplies to those who need them for all three nations. Per Peggy: "Red Cross/Salvation Army never showed up for Katrina/Rita, we did not get FEMA trailers for several mos. post those storms. Red Cross showed up yesterday with no promise of returning with hot meals. Salvation Army hasn't showed up for Gustav at all and I don't expect them too. We are pretty much on our own. The island tribe suffered the most damage because the Army Corp of Engineers never turned on the pumps and there is no levee".

cat_notes: LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) -> LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home) This is Chief Albert's home, but he has 18 wheeler truck garages on his property and it's the safest spot of all three nations as far as being on high ground and protected from water/rain.

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notes: HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. -> HELP THE POINTE-AU-CHIEN INDIAN TRIBE REBUILD FROM HURRICANES AND PROTECT FUTURE LAND LOSS 1. Immediate Needs for recovery and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Gustav 2. Help our voice to convince leaders that we need to rebuild the barrier islands, and we need a levee! 3. Help us to protect our burial grounds that are threatened from the loss of land. 4. Help us to obtain federal acknowledgment from the federal government so that we can have a real voice in responsing to emergency disasters. This is also important in maintaining our culture and livelihood. Donations for Culture Preservation and Rebuilding can be made to Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe PO Box 416 Montegut, LA 70377 GUSTAV 2008 EYE PASSES THROUGH POINTE-AU-CHIEN Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community Damage Report September 3, 2008 Second Chairman Donald Dardar and Chairman Charles "Chuckie" Verdin have traveled through the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community documenting visible damage to each home. The assessment is not good. Tribal leaders report that the damage to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community by Hurricane Gustav is worse than the damage caused by Rita and Katrina in 2005. Almost every house in lower Pointe-au-Chien has water (from flooding and/or wind damage) and/or wind damage. Some houses are totally destroyed; some homes were moved or pushed off of their blocks by the wind/rain. Our tribal building fell off of the blocks and many resources within the building were destroyed. Thankfully, the two houses built by the Mennonite Disaster Service after the 2005 hurricane season withstood the storm. It appears that the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Community, not protected by a levee, received a huge onslaught of water and mud that rushed in and, perhaps rushed out, causing houses to be pushed, picked up, and moved. There is still a significant amount of thick mud in the community and in tribal members' homes. As of today, the pumps in lower Pointe-au-Chien were still pumping water out of the community. Tribal leaders have been in contact with the neighboring Indian community, Isle a Jean Charles Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha. Chief Naquin of Isle a Jean Charles has reported that the Island is still under water because the pumps failed. Tribal members would like to start cleaning up, but there is no water in the Community to allow for tribal members to begin the clean up process. It is unknown when water or power might be available. Lafourche Parish was working today to clear the mud off of Oak Pointe Road to make the road passable. Tribal leaders expect most tribal members to return to asses the damage to their homes by Saturday. Further complicating the situation, Second Chairman Donald Dardar believes that the local fishermen, who rely on the shrimping season, will not have that source of income this season. Price's Factor owned by tribal member, Price Billiot and other factories in Terrebonne Parish were impacted by Gustav. Other tribal members living in upper Pointe-aux-Chenes, Montegut, and Bourg also received wind damage from the storm. An initial assessment reveals that tribal members need water, rakes, shovels, gloves, baby wipes, first aid supplies, generators, fans, cleaning supplies, towels, tarps, building supplies, window units, hygiene products, diapers, formula, and nonperishable food items. WE ALSO NEED A LEVEE! Donations to assist in the relief effort can be sent to the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe, PO Box 416, Montegut, LA 70377. =============================================================================== 9/10/08 LTel: Spoke to Peggy Ferguson, Attorney for Pointe Au Chien Indian Tribe. Damage assessments are still ongoing. As of today, 120 tribe members homes have been either damaged or destroyed. There was a lot of wind damage, but flooding is an even bigger issue in many cases, and marsh grass was pushed up against and into homes. So many homes will need debris removal, mold remediation and gutting. Estimates to get power back are "by 10-1-08" per parish officials. The most current active urgent needs folks are asking for is: Generators (gas powered) Flood Squeegee's (gas powered) Pressure Washers (gas powered) Bleach Sprayers Bleach (unscented) Wheelbarrows Blue Roof Tarps
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cat_notes: -> LTel 9/10/08: Per call from Peggy Ferguson, Tribe Attorney, the best place to received supplies for all three tribes is at the home of: Chief Albert Naquin 100 Dennis Street Pointe Au Chien (Montagut), LA 70377 Chief Albert Naquin: 985-232-1286 cell or 985-594-3725 (home)

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