Beyond reservation opportunities Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - May 29, 2013April 7, 2015 "Tony, how is the current administration different?" "Hey Tony, what are the goals of the Board?" "President Sanchez, what impact will the Board have on the Tribe’s future?" These are just a sample of the questions that the Board and I are frequently asked. Whether it’s at one of our community meetings or
Seminole language: Hope for our future Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - April 23, 2013April 7, 2015 There is hope. I have seen the signs. I am excited, really jacked up about it. Sometimes I sit and wonder: Am I the only one who is thinking about this? But, to hear the discussions at the recent School Board meeting, realizing there are a number of people who
New business starting to thrive Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - February 20, 2013April 7, 2015 When this administration came into office 20 months ago, there were enterprises that were in existence that were failing – investments had been made in finances and manpower, equipment purchased, etc. These were projects that hadn’t really gained any traction (i.e. Seminole Pride Water, Seminole Pride Juice, the convenience stores,
2013: Time to get mandatory Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - January 28, 2013April 7, 2015 Many projects and ideas that we have talked about in this column are still in the works, and we are still working them through the process. When I think in terms of goals for this calendar year, a few thoughts immediately come to mind: The Board definitely needs to continue
No time for cruise control Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - December 18, 2012April 7, 2015 As the Seminole Tribe continues to grow, not only financially, but in all ways, including membership, there will always be issues that we have to address. We must make sure that we maintain our financial power, keep reinforcing the need for our youth to be educated and continue to address
Selling beef on the chickee business plan Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - November 29, 2012April 7, 2015 Cattle has always been a solid part of our Seminole history from way back when the Spanish took off and left their cows. Today, we are still making history with our cattle program. We had a tasting event for Seminole Pride Beef at the Hard Rock recently as a way
Seminole future: Board dividends Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - September 24, 2012April 7, 2015 Let us go back in time to the days when our Seminole Tribe Founding Fathers were gathered together at the Council Oak discussing our Constitution. I try to imagine what that must have been like – the debates, the arguments, the ideas, the hard decisions. Somehow, through many discussions, our
Tough decisions save our future Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - August 28, 2012April 7, 2015 Since this administration took office a year ago, we have been faced with a host of tough and ongoing decisions. As you know, just like every other government in this country, budget and other financial matters loom at the very top of an unprecedented list of issues that demand our
Reflections on a year of change Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - June 28, 2012April 7, 2015 There is a benefit to reflecting on the first year of this administration, the new direction of Seminole Tribal government and the work accomplished by the Tribal Board of Directors. We began our journey last year by reviewing all existing Tribal businesses to see exactly how the business was being conducted,
Youth, what can we do for you? Editorial by Tony Sanchez Jr. - May 22, 2012April 7, 2015 We need to approach our young people and ask them what we can do for them. We need to ask our youth what they think we can provide on the reservation that will enhance their quality of life and keep them out of harm’s way. We must find out what