Like many other departments and divisions within the Ho-Chunk Nation, the Hocak Worak experienced financial hindrances resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. 

     Multiple Hocak Worak staff moved to a temporary layoff status in April.  Proposed budgets befell rejection with requests to reduce spending amounts.

     The newest approved 60-day budget resulted in a reduced number of pages published.  Before the new budget year, the Hocak Worak published 16 pages.  Now the Hocak Worak publishes 12 pages.

     While reviewing this first 12-page issue, take note of the limited space available.  Priority will go to paid advertisements, meeting minutes, Enrollment Eligibility Lists, legal notices, news, and Ho-Chunk Nation department or program updates.

     The Hocak Worak staff have not yet returned from the layoff.  Advanced notice of events or requests for event coverage is appreciated.

     Email all questions, requests, or changes of mailing address to Newsletter@ho-chunk.com.