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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Challenges in Indian Housing Programs: A Call for Improved Communication and Timelines
- Date:
- 1975-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Request for Assistance in Addressing Housing Deficiencies: A Letter to the Secretary of HUD
- Date:
- 1975-03-17
- Creator:
- Harjo, Allen, 1935-2007
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Letter to Senator Bartlett Regarding the Establishment of a Health Center for the Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Cayuga Indians, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Differences Between HUD Substate Divisions and BIA
- Date:
- 1975-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Department of Housing and Urban Development Regarding Housing Allocations and Management Issues
- Date:
- 1975-03-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Military budget, United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation Letter for Miss Indian Oklahoma Pageant
- Date:
- 1975-04-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Evaluation and Recommendations for the Oklahoma Indian Housing Association's Housing-Aide Program
- Date:
- 1975-04-09
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Testimonial Input on Indian Housing Program
- Date:
- 1975-04-09
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Clarifying the Benefits of the Mutual Help Program for Low-Income Indian Families
- Date:
- 1975-04-09
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Indian Housing Problems in Oklahoma: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1975-04-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["During a hearing on Indian housing, various housing authority executives presented their experiences with delays in the process of building and repairing homes. They cited issues with HUD processing applications, lack of audits, and outside groups causing delinquency in payments. Witnesses also suggested solutions such as hiring more staff and improving communication with participants. Senator Bartlett expressed concern over the inefficiency of the program and the need for a successful delivery system."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges in Indian Housing Programs: A Call for Improved Communication and Timelines")
![["John Hair, a former inspector for the Housing Authority of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, writes to Mrs. Carla Hill of HUD requesting help in correcting major deficiencies in Mutual Help Houses. He feels his efforts to produce good housing for the Cherokee Nation have led to his termination. The document includes exhibits of inspection reports detailing the deficiencies found in the houses."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Assistance in Addressing Housing Deficiencies: A Letter to the Secretary of HUD")
![["The Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma is requesting funding for a new health center to serve their community. They have identified inadequate facilities, staff, and funding as major problems. The proposed health center would provide a range of ambulatory health care services to an estimated population of 2,900. The recommended staffing includes various medical professionals and support staff. The estimated total cost for the project is $650,000, with breakdowns for annual and non-recurring costs. The tribe plans to form a corporation to build the facility and lease it back to the government."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978_2-32-10/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0017_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Letter to Senator Bartlett Regarding the Establishment of a Health Center for the Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma")
![["HUD substate divisions differ from BIA because they are separate entities with different functions and responsibilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Differences Between HUD Substate Divisions and BIA")
![["The document from Harry J.W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Robert H. Breeden, Director of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, addresses concerns about the allocation of housing units to the Choctaw Nation. Belvin requests information on management problems that need to be rectified before the allocation can be finalized. He also questions the allocation of units to other tribes and asks for transparency in the allocation process. Breeden responds, explaining the allocation process and the requirements for management clearance. He also outlines areas that the Choctaw Housing Authority needs to address before receiving additional units. Breeden assures Belvin that the authority can correct its problems in a short period of time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Department of Housing and Urban Development Regarding Housing Allocations and Management Issues")
![["The document is a letter written by Don Bluejacket on behalf of Faye Knight, a young Indian girl applying for the Miss Indian Oklahoma Pageant. Faye is described as an enrolled Cherokee and half Choctaw with high academic standing and experience in performing arts. Don Bluejacket recommends Faye as a contestant for the pageant. Faye also requests a letter of recommendation from Bluejacket."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation Letter for Miss Indian Oklahoma Pageant")
![["The document is a letter from the Oklahoma Indian Housing Association to the Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, expressing appreciation for assistance with the Housing-Aides Program. It includes an evaluation of the program, noting advantages such as cost-effectiveness, individualized counseling, and positive impact on participants. Disadvantages include a shortened program duration and lack of full-time administration. Recommendations include securing funding for continued program success."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Evaluation and Recommendations for the Oklahoma Indian Housing Association's Housing-Aide Program")
![["Dr. Arn Henderson appeared before the Indian Affairs sub-committee hearings on Indian Housing in August 1975 in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Senator Dewey F. Bartlett thanked Dr. Henderson for his testimony and for providing a copy of his final report to the committee. The report will be important for future evaluations of the Indian Housing program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Testimonial Input on Indian Housing Program")
![["The document addresses Mr. Sharp's complaints about the Mutual Help program, stating that he is not being financially victimized but is actually benefiting from the heavy Federal subsidies provided. It explains that the program allows low-income Indian families to afford homeownership opportunities that they would not be able to afford on their own. The document encourages Mr. Sharp to contact Mr. Froman for further clarification and assistance, and emphasizes that the program is beneficial for low-income Indian families."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Clarifying the Benefits of the Mutual Help Program for Low-Income Indian Families")
![["Senator Dewey Bartlett expresses his concern about Indian housing problems in Oklahoma and schedules field hearings to discuss and address the issues. He urges Calvin G. Beames, Chairman of the Housing Authority of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, to participate in the hearings or submit information about housing deficiencies. Beames appreciates Bartlett's efforts and mentions that discussions with the Area Office in Oklahoma City have been favorable."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Indian Housing Problems in Oklahoma: A Call to Action")