# TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Alittle_traverse%3Ac701cbc890a902fe ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text WAGANAKISING ODAWA TRIBAL CODE of LAW TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 2024.2 WANAKISING ODAWA TRIBAL CODE of LAW TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITEES ................................................................ 1 Chapter 1. Executive Commissions, Boards and Committees ................................................. 1 15.101 PURPOSE .............................................................................................................. 1 15.102 RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER STATUTES ...................................................... 1 15.103 DEFINITIONS ...................................................................................................... 1 15.104 ESTABLISHMENT, DURATION AND AUTHORITY OF COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES ........................................................................................... 2 15.105 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA .................................................................................. 2 15.106 COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS ................................ 3 15.107 TERMS OF MEMBERS ...................................................................................... 3 15.108 NUMBER OF MEMBERS................................................................................... 4 15.109 QUORUM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................ 4 15.110 FREQUENCY OF MEETINGS .......................................................................... 4 15.111 OPEN MEETINGS ............................................................................................... 5 15.112 REPORTS AND RECORDS ............................................................................... 5 15.113 CLOSED SESSIONS ............................................................................................ 6 15.114 STIPENDS AND TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT ............................................. 6 15.115 CONFLICT OF INTEREST ................................................................................ 7 15.116 RULES OF PROCEDURE .................................................................................. 7 15.117 APPLICATION OF INDIAN CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1968.......................... 7 15.118 SAVINGS CLAUSE .............................................................................................. 7 15.119 EFFECTIVE DATE.............................................................................................. 8 Chapter 2. Removal of Commissioners...................................................................................... 9 15.201 SHORT TITLE AND PURPOSE ........................................................................ 9 15.202 REMOVAL OF COMMISSIONERS ................................................................. 9 15.203 ETHICS ............................................................................................................... 10 15.204 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 10 15.205 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 10 Chapter 3. Service of Commissioners ...................................................................................... 11 i WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.301 CONTINUED SERVICE OF COMMISSIONERS ......................................... 11 Chapter 4. Odawa Property Managers .................................................................................... 12 15.401 REPEAL .............................................................................................................. 12 Chapter 5. Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi Department ...................................................................... 13 15.501 REPEAL .............................................................................................................. 13 Chapter 6. Enjinaaknegeng....................................................................................................... 14 15.601 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 14 15.602 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 14 15.603 LEGAL DEPARTMENT AUTHORITY ......................................................... 15 15.604 LEGAL DEPARTMENT DUTIES ................................................................... 15 15.605 CONFIDENTIALITY AND ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGE ............... 17 15.606 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 18 15.607 BUDGET, PERSONNEL and ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS .............. 18 15.608 OTHER RELATED STATUTES ...................................................................... 19 15.609 SAVINGS CLAUSE ........................................................................................... 20 15.610 EFFECTIVE DATE ........................................................................................... 20 Chapter 7. Eshkiniigijik-Tribal Youth Services ..................................................................... 21 15.701 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 21 15.702 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 21 15.703 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT............................................................ 22 15.704 RESTRICTIONS ................................................................................................ 22 15.705 AUTHORITIES AND DUTIES ......................................................................... 22 15.706 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 23 15.707 REGULATIONS REQUIRED .......................................................................... 23 15.708 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES .............................................................. 24 15.709 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 24 15.710 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 24 15.711 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 24 Chapter 8. Office of Legislative Attorney ................................................................................ 26 Codification Note: The chapter previously located here has been repealed and replaced by WOS 2022-003 Enjinaaknegeng, See 15.601 of this Title. ............................... 26 Chapter 9. Land and Reservation ............................................................................................ 27 15.901 SHORT TITLE, PURPOSE AND DEFINITIONS.......................................... 27 15.902 DUTIES AND AUTHORITY OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL ......................... 28 ii WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.903 CREATION OF THE COMMITTEE .............................................................. 29 15.904 DUTIES OF THE COMMITTEE ..................................................................... 29 15.905 AUTHORITY OF THE COMMITTEE ........................................................... 30 15.906 COMPENSATION ............................................................................................. 30 15.907 SAVINGS CLAUSE............................................................................................ 31 15.908 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 31 Chapter 10. Office of Finance and Revenue ............................................................................ 32 15.1001 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 32 15.1002 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 32 15.1003 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 32 15.1004 INTERNAL ORGANIZATION ........................................................................ 36 15.1005 SAVINGS CLAUSE............................................................................................ 36 15.1006 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 36 Chapter 11. Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board Statute ................................................... 38 15.1101 SHORT TITLE ................................................................................................... 38 15.1102 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 38 15.1103 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 38 15.1104 LIQUOR AND TOBACCO LICENSES........................................................... 39 15.1105 LIQUOR AND TOBACCO LICENSING BOARD ........................................ 40 15.1106 AUTHORITY ...................................................................................................... 42 15.1107 APPEALS OF CITATIONS TO THE BOARD............................................... 42 15.1108 JUDICIAL REVIEW.......................................................................................... 43 15.1109 SOVERIEGN IMMUNITY................................................................................ 43 15.1110 REGULATIONS ................................................................................................. 43 15.1111 SAVINGS CLAUSE............................................................................................ 44 15.1112 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 44 Chapter 12. Health Department ............................................................................................... 45 15.1201 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 45 15.1202 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 45 15.1203 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT............................................................ 45 15.1204 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 46 15.1205 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 47 15.1206 REGULATIONS REQUIRED .......................................................................... 47 15.1207 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 47 iii WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.1208 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 48 15.1209 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 48 Chapter 13. Repeal of Waganakising Odawak Statute 2010-007 Legal and Legislative Committee............................................................................................................ 49 15.1301 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 49 15.1302 FINDINGS and REPEALED ............................................................................. 49 15.1303 SAVINGS CLAUSE............................................................................................ 49 15.1304 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 49 Chapter 14. Accounting Department ....................................................................................... 51 15.1401 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 51 15.1402 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 51 15.1403 CREATION OF THE OFFICE ......................................................................... 51 15.1404 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 52 15.1405 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 53 15.1406 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 53 15.1407 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES REQUIRED ....................................... 54 15.1408 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 54 15.1409 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 54 Chapter 15. Department of Repatriation, Archives and Records ......................................... 55 15.1501 SHORT TITLE ................................................................................................... 55 15.1502 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 55 15.1503 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 55 15.1504 CREATION OF THE REPATRIATION AND ARCHIVAL RECORDS .... 56 15.1505 DEPARTMENT AUTHORITY ........................................................................ 57 15.1506 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 57 15.1507 APPROPRIATIONS........................................................................................... 58 15.1508 REPEAL .............................................................................................................. 58 15.1509 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 58 15.1510 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 59 Chapter 16. Education Department ......................................................................................... 60 15.1601 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 60 15.1602 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 60 15.1603 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT............................................................ 60 15.1604 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 61 iv WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.1605 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 62 15.1606 REGULATIONS REQUIRED .......................................................................... 63 15.1607 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 63 15.1608 REPEAL .............................................................................................................. 63 15.1609 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 63 15.1610 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 64 Chapter 17. Gijigowi Anishinaabemowin Language Department ........................................ 65 15.1701 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 65 15.1702 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 65 15.1703 CREATION OF THE GIJIGOWI ANISHINAABEMOWIN DEPARTMENT .................................................................................................. 65 15.1704 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 66 15.1705 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 67 15.1706 REGULATIONS REQUIRED .......................................................................... 67 15.1707 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 67 15.1708 REPEAL .............................................................................................................. 68 15.1709 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 68 15.1710 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 68 Chapter 18. Office of Citizens Legal Assistance ..................................................................... 69 Codification Note: The chapter previously located here has been repealed and replaced by WOS 2022-003 Enjinaaknegeng, See 15.601 of this Title. ............................... 69 Chapter 19. Office of Executive Services Attorney................................................................. 70 15.1901 ESTABLISHMENT ............................................................................................ 70 15.1902 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 70 15.1903 POLICY ............................................................................................................... 70 15.1904 FUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................... 70 15.1905 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 71 15.1906 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 71 15.1907 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 71 Chapter 20. Department of Human Services .......................................................................... 72 15.2001 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 72 15.2002 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 72 15.2003 CREATION OF THE OFFICE ......................................................................... 72 15.2004 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 73 v WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.2005 INTERNAL ORGANIZATION ........................................................................ 74 15.2006 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 75 15.2007 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 75 15.2008 REGULATIONS ................................................................................................. 76 15.2009 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES REQUIRED ....................................... 76 15.2010 SAVINGS CLAUSE............................................................................................ 76 15.2011 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 76 Chapter 21. Tribal Historic Preservation Office Statute ....................................................... 78 Codification Note: Repeals and replaces WOS 2018-022........................................................ 78 15.2101 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 78 15.2102 ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS ..................................... 78 15.2103 APPLICABILITY ............................................................................................... 79 15.2104 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 79 15.2105 TRIBAL HISTORIC RESERVATION OFFICE DUTIES AND AUTHORITY ...................................................................................................... 81 15.2106 MACPRA and NAGPRA DUTIES ................................................................... 83 15.2107 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 83 15.2108 BURIAL SITES AND TREATMENT OF HUMAN REMAINS ................... 84 15.2109 PERMITS TO PROCEED WITH AN UNDERTAKING ON LAND WITHIN THE RESERVATION ....................................................................... 84 15.2110 PERMITS TO CONDUCT ACHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS ....... 87 15.2111 ENFORCEMENT OF PENALTIES ................................................................. 88 15.2112 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 90 15.2113 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 90 15.2114 OTHER RELATED STATUTES ...................................................................... 90 Chapter 22. Department of Kikaajik ....................................................................................... 91 15.2201 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 91 15.2202 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 91 15.2203 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT............................................................ 91 15.2204 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES ............................................................................ 92 15.2205 STAFFING .......................................................................................................... 92 15.2206 REGULATIONS REQUIRED .......................................................................... 93 15.2207 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES REQUIRED ....................................... 93 15.2208 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED .............................................................. 93 vi WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.2209 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 94 15.2210 EFFECTIVE DATE............................................................................................ 94 Chapter 23. Elders Commission ............................................................................................... 95 15.2301 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................ 95 15.2302 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................... 95 15.2303 CREATION OF THE COMMISSION ............................................................. 95 15.2304 ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES ..................................................................... 96 15.2305 BUDGET, COMPENSATION AND TRAVEL ............................................... 97 15.2306 MEETINGS AND MINUTES............................................................................ 97 15.2307 SEVERABILITY ................................................................................................ 99 15.2308 EFFECTIVE DATE ............................................................................................ 99 Chapter 24. Tribal Government Human Resources Department ....................................... 100 15.2401 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 100 15.2402 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 100 15.2403 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT ......................................................... 100 15.2404 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED ............................................................ 101 15.2405 INTERNAL ORGANIZATION ...................................................................... 101 15.2406 DUTIES.............................................................................................................. 102 15.2407 QUARTERLY REPORTS ............................................................................... 103 15.2408 SEVERABILITY .............................................................................................. 103 15.2409 EFFECTIVE DATE ......................................................................................... 103 Chapter 25. Environmental Appeals Board ........................................................................... 104 15.2501 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 104 15.2502 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 104 15.2503 CREATION OF THE BOARD ....................................................................... 104 15.2504 DUTIES AND AUTHORITY OF THE BOARD ........................................... 105 15.2505 MEETINGS ....................................................................................................... 106 15.2506 TRIBAL COURT REVIEW ............................................................................ 106 15.2507 SEVERABILITY .............................................................................................. 107 15.2508 EFFECTIVE DATE ......................................................................................... 107 15.2509 OTHER RELATED STATUTES .................................................................... 107 Chapter 25. Burial Program .................................................................................................... 108 15.2601 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 108 15.2602 ELIGIBILITY ................................................................................................... 108 vii WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.2603 IMPLEMENTATION ...................................................................................... 108 15.2604 IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS ............................................................. 109 15.2605 SAVINGS CLAUSE.......................................................................................... 109 15.2606 EFFECTIVE DATE.......................................................................................... 109 Chapter 27. Health, Food and Housing Program Statute ..................................................... 111 15.2701 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 111 15.2702 GENERAL WELFARE EXCLUSION ........................................................... 111 15.2703 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 111 15.2704 APPLICATION................................................................................................. 112 15.2705 FUNDS ............................................................................................................... 113 15.2706 SUSPENSION OF PROGRAM ....................................................................... 113 15.2708 SEVERABILITY .............................................................................................. 114 15.2709 EFFECTIVE DATE.......................................................................................... 114 15.2710 OTHER RELATED STATUTES .................................................................... 114 Chapter 28. Reserved................................................................................................................ 115 Chapter 29. Department of Public Works Statute................................................................. 116 15.2901 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 116 15.2902 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 116 15.2903 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT.......................................................... 116 15.2904 AUTHORITY .................................................................................................... 117 15.2905 DUTY AND AUTHORITY .............................................................................. 118 15.2906 STAFFING ........................................................................................................ 120 15.2907 REGULATIONS REQUIRED ........................................................................ 120 15.2908 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED ............................................................ 121 15.2909 SEVERABILITY .............................................................................................. 121 15.2910 EFFECTIVE DATE.......................................................................................... 121 Chapter 30. Authorization of the Marijuana Program Statute............................................ 122 15.3001 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 122 15.3001 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 122 15.3003 MARIJUANA PROGRAM AUTHORIZED ................................................ 124 15.3004 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE DUTIES AND AUTHORITY............. 124 15.3005 APPLICATION................................................................................................. 126 15.3006 DEPARTMENT FUNDING ............................................................................ 128 15.3007 LICENSES ......................................................................................................... 128 viii WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.3008 ELIGIBILITY ................................................................................................... 128 15.3009 APPEALS .......................................................................................................... 128 15.3010 REGULATIONS ............................................................................................... 129 15.3011 SAVINGS CLAUSE.......................................................................................... 129 15.3012 EFFECTIVE DATE.......................................................................................... 129 Chapter 31. Energy Improvement Program Statute ............................................................. 131 15.3101 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................... 131 15.3103 PROGRAM ....................................................................................................... 133 15.3104 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE DUTIES AND AUTHORITY............. 134 15.3105 APPLICATION................................................................................................. 135 15.3106 DEPARTMENT FUNDING ............................................................................ 136 15.3107 ENERGY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ........................................................ 137 15.3108 ELIGIBLE PROPERTY .................................................................................. 139 15.3109 CREDIT REVIEW OF APPLICANT ............................................................ 140 15.3110 DELINQUENT AND DEFAULT PAYMENTS ............................................ 140 15.3111 PRIORITY DISTRIBUTION .......................................................................... 142 15.3112 REGULATIONS REQUIRED ...................................................................... 142 15.3113 EFFECTIVE DATE.......................................................................................... 143 ix WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITEES Chapter 1. Executive Commissions, Boards and Committees 15.101 PURPOSE The purpose of this statute is to set forth general provisions applicable to Commissions, Boards and Committees within the Executive branch of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. These provisions do not apply to Commissions, Boards or Committees within the Legislative or Judicial branches of government, the Election Board, the Office of the Tribal Prosecutor, or Tribally chartered corporations. This statute repeals and replaces Waganakising Odawak Statute 2006-007. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section I) 15.102 RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER STATUTES If the terms of this statute conflict with those of a statute establishing a specific Executive Commission or Board, the terms of the specific statute or resolution shall control. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section II) 15.103 DEFINITIONS As used hereafter in this statute: A. “Commission” means a permanent commission or board within the Executive Branch of LTBB that is established by statute. B. “Committee” means a temporary committee within the Executive Branch of LTBB that is established by resolution for a limited time period and purpose. C. “Executive” means the Tribal Chairperson and the Vice-Chairperson of LTBB. D. “Immediate Family” means a person who is related to a Tribal Citizen by one of the 1 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 following relationships: wife, husband, son, daughter, mother, father, brother, sister, stepmother, step-father, step-brother, step-sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, child, step-child, grandmother, grandfather, brother-in-law and sister-in-law. E. “LTBB” or “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. F. “Public” means Tribal Citizens of LTBB and their Immediate Family. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section III) 15.104 ESTABLISHMENT, DURATION AND AUTHORITY OF COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES A. Commissions shall be established by statute and are perpetual. B. Committees shall be established by resolution and shall expire 2 years from the date the authorizing resolution is enacted unless the resolution expressly provides otherwise. C. The authority of Commissions and Committees shall be strictly limited to the performance of duties prescribed by the statute or resolution establishing them. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section IV) 15.105 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA A. Commissions 1. Only Tribal Citizens of LTBB shall serve on Commissions. 2. A Tribal Citizen shall serve on a maximum of two Commissions simultaneously. 3. Two or more members of the same immediate family shall not serve on the same Commission at the same time. 4. A Tribal Citizen shall not serve as Commission Chairperson if the Commission’s 2 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 work pertains to a specific Executive department and the director or assistant director of the department is an immediate family member of the Tribal Citizen. 5. B. Tribal government employees may serve on Commissions and receive a stipend if a Commission is not directly related to their employment, does not interfere with their work, and does not meet during scheduled work hours. With the consent of the Executive, a Tribal government employee may use PTO (paid time off) or flextime to avoid Commission-related conflicts with their employment duties. Committees 1. Any person with relevant subject matter expertise may serve on a Committee. 2. The eligibility criteria for Commission members in Section VI(A)(3-5) shall also apply to Committee members. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section V) 15.106 COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS A. The Executive shall submit nominations to Tribal Council to fill Commission/Committee appointments within a reasonable period of time after the establishment of a Commission/Committee or a vacancy in a Commissioner/Committee seat. Acting Commission/Committee chairpersons shall give the Executive timely notice of any vacant seat. B. All appointed Commission/Committee members shall take an oath of office administered by the Tribal Court prior to beginning their term of service. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section VI) 15.107 TERMS OF MEMBERS A. The terms of Commission members shall begin and end on September 21 of the years corresponding with their appointment. Commission members may serve beyond the expiration of their term until they are reappointed and sworn in or a successor is appointed and sworn in. 3 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 B. Committee members shall serve until a Committee expires unless the resolution establishing the Committee provides otherwise. C. All Commission and Committee members shall complete their terms unless they voluntarily resign or are removed earlier. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section VII) 15.108 NUMBER OF MEMBERS A. Commissions shall be composed of at least three, but not more than five, members. B. Committees shall be composed of at least three members. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section VIII) 15.109 QUORUM REQUIREMENTS A. No Commission or Committee meetings shall be called to order without a quorum present, and no official business may be conducted absent a quorum. B. A quorum shall consist of a simple majority of the total number of membership positions on the Commission or Committee, regardless of any vacancies. Thus, one member shall never constitute a quorum; two members shall constitute a quorum only where a Commission or Committee has three membership positions; and three members shall be necessary to form a quorum on Commissions or Committees with five membership positions. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section IX) 15.110 FREQUENCY OF MEETINGS A. Commissions shall meet no more than twice monthly. B. Committees shall meet as prescribed by the resolution establishing them. 4 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 C. The Executive may direct a Commission or Committee to increase the frequency of meetings when necessary to further the purposes of the Commission or Committee. D. If vital interests of LTBB require immediate action prior to a regular or special meeting, such action may be taken by phone poll or teleconference call for the limited purpose of addressing a matter necessary to preserve or promote essential interests of the Tribe. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section X) 15.111 OPEN MEETINGS A. Commissions and Committees shall provide public notice of their meetings as prescribed by applicable law and policy of LTBB. B. Commission and Committee meetings shall be open to all Tribal Citizens, their Immediate Family and LTBB governmental employees except phone conferences and closed sessions. C. Public comments shall be solicited at all Commission and Committee meetings. A reasonable amount of time for public comments shall be afforded. D. Minutes shall be taken at all Commission and Committee meetings and, following Commission/Committee approval, promptly sent to the Executive for posting on LTBB’s website. Minutes taken during closed session shall be redacted. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XI) 15.112 REPORTS AND RECORDS A. Commissions and Committees shall submit a report to the Executive on at least a quarterly basis. B. Commission and Committee records shall be available to Tribal Citizens consistent with LTBB’s Public Documents Statute, Title VI, Chapter 19. 5 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XII) 15.113 CLOSED SESSIONS A. Commissions and Committees may enter into closed session to protect the interests of LTBB and fulfill their responsibilities to Tribal Citizens. B. Commissions and Committees shall not discuss anything in closed session beyond the scope of the matters for which the closed session is called. Closed session shall be limited to matters concerning: 1. Child welfare; 2. Personnel under the authority of the Commission/Committee; 3. Litigation or legal issues directly related to the Commission/Committee; or 4. Other subjects that raise significant privacy or confidentiality concerns. C. Commissions and Committees shall return to open session immediately upon completion of the closed-session discussions. Any action considered in closed session that can be taken in open session without harming Tribal interests shall be taken after the Commission/Committee returns to open session. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XIII) 15.114 STIPENDS AND TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT A. Commission/Committee members may receive a stipend for attending required meetings subject to the availability of funds and the Commission’s/Committee’s compliance with applicable rules of procedure. B. Commission/Committee members who attend a required meeting; any conference, training, meeting or hearing directly related to their duties; or any event where their attendance is required may be compensated for their reasonable costs of travel in accordance with the Tribal 6 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Government Travel Policy for attendance so long as there are funds available in the Commission’s/Committee’s budget. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XIV) 15.115 CONFLICT OF INTEREST No Commission or Committee member shall participate in making any decision that involves a personal or financial interest including that of a member of his or her immediate family unless such interest is held in common with the Tribe and its Citizens. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XV) 15.116 RULES OF PROCEDURE The Executive shall promulgate regulations establishing rules of procedure applicable to all Commissions and Committees and otherwise implementing this statute. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XVI) 15.117 APPLICATION OF INDIAN CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1968 Commissions shall comply with the provisions of the Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968, 25 U.S.C. §§ 1301-1303. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XVII) 15.118 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section of this statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution or laws of LTBB, such phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this statute, the entirety of the balance of the statute to remain in full and binding force and effect. 7 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XVIII) 15.119 EFFECTIVE DATE This statute shall be effective upon the signature of the Executive, or 30 days from Tribal Council approval, or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon the date on which Tribal Council overrides the veto. (Source: WOS 2023-006, September 18, 2023, Section XIX) 8 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 2. Removal of Commissioners 15.201 SHORT TITLE AND PURPOSE A. Short Title. This Statute may be cited as the "Commissioner Removal and Nepotism Act." B. Purpose. This Act sets out standard procedures for the removal of members of commissions of the Tribe, and rules regarding nepotism. This Act shall apply to all commissions of the Tribe unless otherwise specified in a specific commission statute. This Statute repeals and replaces the WOS 1997005 Removal of Commissioners and Nepotism Statute and WOS Removal of Commissioners and Nepotism 2001-10. (Source: WOS 2016-001, February 26, 2016, Section I) 15.202 REMOVAL OF COMMISSIONERS A. A Commissioner may only be removed for cause by a majority vote of Tribal Council. B. Cause of removal shall be one of the following: 1. Unethical conduct, as defined by the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Constitutionally Mandated Rules of Conduct for Officials of Tribal Government or any other approved ethical standards. 2. Physical or mental disability which prevents the performance of Commissioner’s duties; 3. Persistent failure to perform duties in a timely manner; 4. Gross misconduct; 5. Conviction of a felony. 9 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2016-001, February 26, 2016, Section II) 15.203 ETHICS Commissioners shall follow Constitutionally Mandated Rules of Conduct for Officials of Tribal Government or any other approved ethical standards. (Source: WOS 2016-001, February 26, 2016, Section III) 15.204 SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or portion of this Statute is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (Source: WOS 2016-001, February 26, 2016, Section IV) 15.205 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or thirty (30) days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto, but shall not be implemented until after the next election and until the next Tribal Council or individual councilors are sworn in. (Source WOS 2016-001, February 26, 2016, Section V) 10 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 3. Service of Commissioners 15.301 CONTINUED SERVICE OF COMMISSIONERS Members of the Tribal Commissions created pursuant to a Waganakising Odawak Statute will serve beyond the expiration of their terms until their successors are appointed and sworn in. This Statute repeals and replaces Waganakising Odawak Statute 1997002 which was enacted on February 16, 1997. (Source: WOS 2001-08, April 22, 2001, Section I) 11 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 4. Odawa Property Managers 15.401 REPEAL The Odawa Property Managers Act, being Waganakising Odawak Statute 1999004, is hereby repealed. (Source: WOS 2000-10, September 24, 2000, Section I) 12 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 5. Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi Department 15.501 REPEAL This chapter of the Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi is hereby repealed and replaced with Title VI, Chapter 38, Department of the Repatriation, Archives and Records, Waganakising Odawak Statute 20120002; Chapter 39, Education Department, Waganakising Odawak Statute 2012-003; Chapter 6, Gijigowi Anishnaabemowin Language Department, Waganakising Odawak Statute 2012-004.. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012 Section I; WOS 2012-003, April 22, 2012 Section I; WOS 2012-004, April 22, 2012 Section I) 13 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 6. Enjinaaknegeng 15.601 PURPOSE The purpose of this Statute is to set out the roles and functions of the Legal Department in accordance with the LTBB Constitution. This Statute repeals and replaces WOS 2014-008 Amending WOS 2011-008 Enjinaaknegeng; WOS 2011-008 Enjinaaknegeng; WOS 2007-009 Enjinaaknegeng; WOS 2012-006 The Office of Citizens Legal Assistance; WOS 2006-022 Office of the Legislative Services Attorney; and any other portion or portions of any and all Statutes that are inconsistent with this Statute. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section I) 15.602 DEFINITIONS A. “Constitution” or “Tribal Constitution” means the Constitution of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians as adopted on February 1, 2005, and any amendments thereto. B. “Department” means Enjinaaknegeng, the Legal Department. C. “Executive” means the Tribal Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson of the Executive Branch created under Article VIII of the Constitution, including their designees. D. “Tribal Citizen” means an enrolled member of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. E. “Tribal Council” or “Council” means the elected body of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians to carry out legislative powers under Article VII of the Constitution. F. “Tribe” or “LTBB” means the Waganakising Odawa, also known as the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section II) 14 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.603 LEGAL DEPARTMENT AUTHORITY A. In accordance with Constitution, the Legal Department is under the authority of Tribal Council, Article VII (D)(14), but shall be available to assist the Executive and Executive Departments as set forth in this Statute. B. The Department shall be made up of a General Counsel, Legislative Services Attorney, and Citizens Legal Assistance Attorney. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section III) 15.604 LEGAL DEPARTMENT DUTIES A. The General Counsel shall provide legal services, counsel and representation of LTBB on legal matters, as per contract and/or job description, which may include, but not limited to, negotiations with federal, state, local and tribal governmental entities, issues relating to economic development, reserved Treaty rights, Indian child welfare policy, litigation, and work with subordinate Tribal entities including Tribally Chartered Corporations, Enterprises, Executive Departments, and Executive Commissions, Committees and Boards. B. The Legislative Services Attorney shall provide legal services to Tribal Council and Tribal Council Committees as per contract, statute, and/or job description which may include, but not limited to, assisting one or more Tribal Councilors or committee members with drafting of Resolutions, Statutes, Certified Motions, policies, procedures, Legislative Directives, Declarations, Special Tributes, agreements, proposals, legal memorandums, MOUs, leases and contracts; provide legal advice in order to promote and protect Tribal Sovereignty, Tribal Selfsufficiency, and Tribal Self-determination; provide representation of Tribal Council in negotiations and court; and provide advice and analysis of the Tribal Constitution, Tribal Codes, state and federal laws and regulations for the Tribe and Tribal Council. C. In the event that the Tribal government, or any Legislative or Executive officials or staff are sued in their official capacity, General Counsel and/or Legislative Services Attorney shall 15 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 defend such suits and ensure that Tribal Council receives proper notification, and shall raise sovereign immunity as a defense unless Tribal Council has taken an action to expressly waive sovereign immunity for the type of claim or specific case. D. Assignments may be dispersed between General Counsel and Legislative Services Attorney based on allocation of resources and areas of expertise, as recommended by the Department and allocated by Tribal Council. E. General Counsel and Legislative Services Attorney may also utilize outside attorneys and consultants within a budget adopted by Tribal Council within the scope of Tribal Council approved litigation or other approved activities. Any attorney contracts in excess of five-thousand dollars, ($5,000) must be individually approved by Tribal Council. F. General Counsel and Legislative Services Attorney will provide current updates to the Tribal Council on legal matters taken on behalf of the Tribe and any recommendations for final actions, that require Tribal Council approval under the Constitution, shall be presented to the Tribal Council prior to that action being taken. G. Citizens Legal Assistance Attorney shall provide advice and assistance to Tribal Citizens on legal issues, provide legal guidance and draft documents, but cannot appear in Court on behalf of Tribal Citizens. The Citizens Legal Assistance Attorney shall maintain the attorney-client privilege relationship with respect to all communications between it and any Citizen it services and may assist with the following: 1. Estate Planning, including drafting of Wills, Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorneys and Trusts; 2. Real Estate, including assisting with the purchase, sale, or transfer of real estate, including foreclosures or forfeitures; 3. Landlord/Tennant, assisting with evictions or any other issues with a landlord or tenant; 16 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 4. Divorce/Custody/Support, that may encompass child custody, visitation, or child support; 5. Probate of Estates, assisting with probating a Will in state or tribal court; 6. Criminal Matters shall be limited to explaining the legal process; 7. Civil Matters shall be limited to giving legal advice if the Tribal Citizen is involved in a civil lawsuit, including accusations of abuse or neglect of a child against a parent; 8. Paternity, DNA testing, Birth Certificates, includes establishing paternity, DNA testing, and making changes to birth certificates; 9. Guardianships and Conservatorships for minors or persons who are unable to care for themselves; 10. Driver’s Licenses including license restored through the Secretary of State; and, 11. General legal advice can be given for any type of legal issue that a Tribal Citizen may have, except for issues that involve the Tribe. H. The Citizens Legal Assistance Attorney may only provide procedural advice on matters that are criminal in nature, and matters involving the Tribe, Tribal Officials, Tribal Employees or other Tribal Citizens as a potential party in a dispute. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section IV) 15.605 CONFIDENTIALITY AND ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGE A. The attorney/client privilege to protect attorney work product, communications and information from unauthorized disclosure to any persons or entities outside of the Tribal government and governmental administration applies to any confidential communications between 17 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 the Department and any branch of LTBB government, including elected and appointed officials, employees and agents. B. Unless otherwise stated in an attorney contract and/or job description, the attorney/client privilege applies to the Tribe as a whole. Officials, staff and agents have no individual expectation of privacy or attorney-client confidentiality. Attorneys may share any pertinent legal information with supervisors and Tribal Council. C. Matters deemed confidential in a Tribal Council closed session shall not be disclosed to persons or entities not present in the closed session, including other branches of LTBB government and staff, unless otherwise directed by Tribal Council. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section V) 15.606 STAFFING The Department shall begin operations with current attorneys and staff of the Legal Department, Legislative Services Attorney Office and Office of the Citizens Legal Assistance. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section VI) 15.607 BUDGET, PERSONNEL and ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS A. The Legislative Services Attorney, working with staff shall present the Department’s budget in accordance with WOS 2020-006 Tribal Government Budget Formulation and Modification Process, or as amended. B. The Legislative Services Attorney shall have administrative authority for the Legal Department, including approving expenditures, travel, and other matters related to the Department’s budget. C. The Legislative Services Attorney shall have supervisory authority over the Legal Department’s administrative staff. 18 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 D. Attorney hiring, and/or employment contracts, and Paid Time Off (PTO) must be approved by the Tribal Council, in accordance with Constitution Article VII (D)(14) and Attorneys shall report directly to Tribal Council. E. Carry-Over Reserve Funds 1. Unspent annual budgeted funds for the Department shall carry over to the following year. The Department, as directed by Tribal Council, may utilize the cumulated funds for additional legal services or expense. Any carryover funds not expended will be carried to future years indefinitely unless otherwise re-appropriated by the Tribal Council. The Department shall provide reports quarterly or as otherwise requested by Tribal Council, on the status of the amounts and expenditures of these carry-over funds. 2. If Tribal Council makes a special appropriation for a distinct project or specific litigation, such specially appropriated funds will carry over as long as the original approved litigation or project is still ongoing. At the conclusion of all approved litigation or project costs the remaining specific appropriated funds will revert to General Fund-Funds Balance unless Tribal Council directs otherwise. F. Under the supervision of the Legislative Services Attorney, administrative function for the Department will be through the Legislative Branch, as appropriate. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section VII) 15.608 OTHER RELATED STATUTES See Waganakising Odawak Statute 2006-22, Office of Legislative Services Attorney; Waganakising Odawak Statute 2012-007, Office of Executive Services Attorney; 2012-006, Office of Tribal Citizens Legal Assistance; WOS 2020-006 Tribal Government Budget Formulation and Modification Process; or as amended. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section VIII) 19 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.609 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any section, subsection or phrase of this Statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution or laws of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, such part shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this Statute, the entirety of the balance of the Statute to remain in full and binding force and effect so long as the overall intent of the Statute remains intact. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section IX) 15.610 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto. (Source: WOS 2022-003, March 24, 2022, Section X) 20 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 7. Eshkiniigijik-Tribal Youth Services 15.701 PURPOSE The Tribal Youth are the Tribe's most vital and cherished future resource. To ensure that the Tribal Youth of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians has the necessary opportunities to prepare them for their future, the Tribe will support the establishment and continuation of the Youth Department that will provide cultural, social, educational, and leadership opportunities. This Statute is hereby enacted to establish and continue the Tribal Youth Services Department and repeals and replaces any previous Statute including WOS 2006-012. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section I) 15.702 DEFINITIONS A. “Cultural” means aspects of the Odawa history, spirituality, traditions, arts and crafts, values and mannerisms. B. “Cultural Proficiency” means the knowledge, skills, and attitudes/beliefs that enable a person to work well with, respond effectively to, and be supportive of the Odawa Citizens. C. “Department” means the Tribal Youth Services Department. D. “Eshkiniigijik” or “Youth” means a person who is eighteen (18) years of age or younger. E. “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. F. “Tribal Youth” shall mean youths who are Tribal Citizens, Tribal members of another recognized Tribe or youth who have community ties with the Tribe. G. “Volunteer” shall mean an unpaid employee. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section II) 21 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.703 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT A. Pursuant to Article VII (D) (22) of the Tribal Constitution the Tribal Council shall have the power to: “Approve the creation or dissolution of Executive divisions or departments to promote and protect the peace, health, safety, education, and general welfare, including but not limited to cultural and natural resources, of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians and its members”. B. The Tribal Council hereby approves the creation and continuation of the Youth Services Department within the Executive Branch of government.. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section III) 15.704 RESTRICTIONS A. The minimum standards of character shall mean a benchmark of moral, ethical, and emotional strengths established by character traits and past conduct to ensure that the individual is competent to complete his/her job without harm to Indian children. In order to protect Indian children, the Indian Health Services has established minimum standards of character requiring completion of a satisfactory background investigation that ensures that no individuals who have been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to, any felonious offense or any of two or more misdemeanor offenses under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact, or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children, are placed in positions involving regular contact with or control over Indian children, in accordance with 25 CFR 63.13. B. These minimum standards shall apply to all Departmental Employees including Volunteers and any other person that has regular contact or control over Indian children. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section IV) 15.705 AUTHORITIES AND DUTIES 22 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 A. The Department shall have the following duties: 1. Promote, design and implement Odawa cultural and Tribal social activities that meet the needs of the Tribal youth. 2. Strive to improve and enhance opportunities for the Tribal Youth by identifying available national, state and tribal resources. 3. Collaborate with other LTBB departments to provide service to the Tribal Youth regardless of geographical location. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section V) 15.706 STAFFING A. If appropriate, the Department shall begin operations with currently employed LTBB staff as designated by the Executive. B. Only persons who possess cultural proficiency shall be eligible for hire in this Department with the exception of hiring persons that provide technical expertise outside of the Odawa culture or Anishinaabemowin. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section VI) 15.707 REGULATIONS REQUIRED The Executive shall develop Regulations for this Statute in order to implement the intent of the Statute and shall forward such Regulations to the Tribal Council for approval in accordance with Administrative Procedures 2008-001, or as amended. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section VII) 23 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.708 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES Administrative Procedures shall be developed by the Executive Branch and presented to Tribal Council for approval in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act 2008-001, or as amended, in order to clarify the implementation of this statute by defining how the department will implement the daily activities of a statute such as applications procedures and forms for a Tribal program. (Source: WOS 2006-012, July 25, 2006, Section VIII) 15.709 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED The current appropriations for the Youth Services Department within the Executive budget shall be used to implement this statute along. The Executive may request additional supplemental funds necessary to meet the obligations of this Statute; and the Executive shall present Tribal Council with future annual budgets necessary to implement this statute. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section IX) 15.710 SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or portion of this Statute is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section X) 15.711 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the 24 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 veto. (Source: WOS 2015-22, December 2, 2015, Section XI) 25 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 8. Office of Legislative Attorney Codification Note: The chapter previously located here has been repealed and replaced by WOS 2022-003 Enjinaaknegeng, See 15.601 of this Title. 26 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 9. Land and Reservation 15.901 SHORT TITLE, PURPOSE AND DEFINITIONS A. Short Title This statute shall be entitled “The Land and Reservation.” B. Purpose The Land and Reservation Statute shall provide a process on how recommendation regarding land and reservation are ascertained, shall establish a Standing Committee of the Tribal Council with powers and authority, shall provide for the ability of the Committee to interact with the Judiciary and Executive on matters relating to land and reservation and shall define such powers and duties not explicitly enumerated in the LTBB Constitution related to land and reservation. C. Definitions As used in this Statute: 1. “Committee” shall mean “Tribal Council Land and Reservation Standing Committee”. 2. “LTBB” mean the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians or the Waganakising Odawa. 3. “Reservation” in accordance with Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Constitution, Article III, Section H, means the lands within the boundaries of the reservations for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians as set out in Art I, paragraphs third and fourth of the Treaty of 1855, 11 Stat. 621, plus any lands set out in Articles Second and Third of the Treaty of March 28, 1836, 7 Stat. 491, in the event that the 1836 reservation is determined to include lands which are not included within the 1855 reservation, plus any lands outside of those boundaries which are now or in the future 27 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 declared to be Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians reservation by the U.S. Department of Interior. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section I) 15.902 DUTIES AND AUTHORITY OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL A. The Tribal Council has the following LTBB Constitutional powers regarding land and reservation:  Purchase, receive by gift, or otherwise acquire land, interests in land, personal property or other intangible assets which the Tribal Council may deem beneficial to the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. • Request lands be placed in trust with the United States for the benefit of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians when the Tribal Council deems this beneficial to the Tribe. • Approve land use plans and zoning of lands subject to the jurisdiction of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. • Approve leases for Tribally owned land and lands held in trust for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians by the United States subject to the approval of the Secretary of the Interior if required by Federal law. • Approve all sales, or dispositions of Tribal lands, provided that such sale or disposition must also be approved by a majority vote by referendum, or by a quorum at an annual membership meeting. B. The Tribal Council shall create a standing committee of the Tribal Council to advise and make recommendations to the Tribal Council on matters related to above listed Constitutional land and reservation powers. 28 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 C. The Tribal Council may employ staff, legal counsel and/or consultants regarding the above listed Constitutional land and reservation powers. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section II) 15.903 CREATION OF THE COMMITTEE A. The Tribal Council hereby creates the Land and Reservation Standing Committee of the Tribal Council and its membership shall consist of three (3) Tribal Council members assigned by motion and majority vote at a regularly scheduled Tribal Council meeting. B. The Committee Chair shall be decided amongst the members of the Committee. (Amendment Source: WOS 2013-013, November 3, 2013, Section III(A)) Note: WOS 2013-012 Repealed. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section III) 15.904 DUTIES OF THE COMMITTEE A. The Committee shall develop policies, processes, and procedures to carry out its duties. B. The Committee shall develop a strategic plan for Land and Reservation that outlines the goals and objective for the next two to five years to be presented to Tribal Council for approval. C. The Committee shall hold meetings as necessary to carry out its authorized functions and duties and may hold executive sessions in accordance with the Open Meetings Statute. D. The Committee shall not obligate or encumber the Tribe in any manner. E. The Committee shall comply with approved meeting and hearing procedures which in the absence shall not impede progress of the committee; 29 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 F. The Committee shall make recommendations and advise the Tribal Council on matters related to land and/or reservation. G. The Committee shall make known to the Tribal Council all Land and Reservation matters brought before it. H. Tribal Council shall approve or disapprove the recommendations of the Committee by a majority vote of Tribal Council. I. The Committee shall ensure that it maintains confidentiality involving land and reservation matters that may involve litigation, confidential business or legal matters, or other matters that raise significant privacy or confidentiality concerns. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section IV) 15.905 AUTHORITY OF THE COMMITTEE A. The Committee may hold public hearings and solicit Tribal Citizen input on any and all matters within their authority and duties. B. The Committee shall have the authority to request documents and information related to land and reservation from the Judiciary and Executive Departments, Programs and staff; including legal counsel and consultants. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section V) 15.906 COMPENSATION Committee members and Tribal Council members shall be compensated in accordance with the Tribal Council’s Stipend Policy for attendance at Land and Reservation meetings that are scheduled in advance and posted. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section VI) 30 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.907 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section of this statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution, laws, ordinances or statutes of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, such phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this statute, the entirety of the balance of the statute to remain in full and binding force and effect. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section VII) 15.908 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto. (Source: WOS 2008-002, February 15, 2008, Section VIII) 31 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 10. Office of Finance and Revenue 15.1001 PURPOSE The purpose of this Statute is to establish the Office of Finance and Revenue under the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Legislative Branch and repeals and replaces Office of the Treasury, WOS 2011-013. (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section I) 15.1002 DEFINITIONS A. “Appropriation and Finance Committee” means the Tribal Council committee established by Statue. B. “Legislative Branch” or “Tribal Council” means the elected body created under Article VII of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Tribal Constitution. C. “LTBB” or “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians or the Waganakising Odawa. D. “Organization” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Tribal government. (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section II) 15.1003 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES A. The Office of Finance and Revenue shall have the authority and duty to provide Tribal Council with professional financial advice regarding Tribal revenues, expense monitoring appropriation of funds, and budget processes. Activities include, but are not limited, to the following: 32 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 1. Work closely with Tribal Council and Tribal Council Committees as applicable. 2. Receive and analyze quarterly reports of all LTBB gaming and enterprise component units. 3. Directs and analyzes studies of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on LTBB's policies and operations. 4. Appraise the organization's financial position and issue periodic reports on organization's financial stability, liquidity, and growth; and review of check registry for possible fraud and/or misappropriation of assets of the LTBB. 5. Oversee long range forecasting activities, investments, and bank loans 6. Oversee custody of funds, securities, and assets of LTBB. 7. Collaborate and coordinates the annual budget process for upcoming fiscal years. 8. Assist Tribal Council in identification of all funding sources, management of cash liquidity for current and future obligations, long range forecasting of economic revenues, investments, indirect cost and other cost allocation plans. 9. Prepares financial impact statements on pending legislation; including, but not limited to, grant request motions and appropriation requests. 10. Evaluates business partnering opportunities. 11. Represents the Tribal Council in establishing and maintaining contacts within the LTBB Tribe, outside financial institutions, and the investment community. 12. Assist with the raising of revenue in accordance with the Constitution. 33 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 13. Assist in the development of policies for receiving grants, donations or any other funding in accordance with the Constitution. 14. Assist organization’s CFO with annual indirect cost proposal process. 15. Assist Tribal Council in procurement of financing when appropriate. 16. Assist the Tribal Council with the development of spending priorities. 17. Assist Tribal Council in approving an Independent Auditor for the Tribe’s annual audit of Tribal accounts and receive, review and analyze all audits and audit findings or the organization and its component units.. 18. Assist Tribal Council in developing policies that meet acceptable auditing standards. 19. Fulfills responsibilities as defined by Tribal Law, as applicable. 20. All other duties as assigned relevant to the position. B. The Office of Finance and Revenue shall have the authority to receive all financial records of the Tribe and related LTBB entities, enterprises, chartered corporations, departments, divisions, commissions, board, committees, programs, grants and contractors. The requested records shall be made available with all due diligence. C. The Office of Finance and Revenue shall have the authority to request information related to finances from LTBB entities, enterprises, chartered corporations, departments, divisions, commissions, board, committees, programs, grants and contractors. The requested information shall be made available with all due diligence. D. Establish and maintain all necessary liaison and communication with the officials of the Tribe and related LTBB entities, enterprises, chartered corporations, departments, divisions, commissions, boards, committees, programs, grants and contractors, and state and federal agencies 34 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 for the furtherance and accomplishment of the purpose of the office. E. Coordinate with the Executive, Judicial Branches, Prosecutor and Election Board in the development of accounting, budget formulation, and financial-related policies. F. Be responsive to the requests of Tribal Council for specific information, providing management advisory services to the LTBB regarding finances, cash liquidity for current and future obligations, economic development, budgets and budget formulation processes, and compliance with financial documents and obligations. G. Serve as one of the principal advisors to Tribal Council regarding accounting, systems and policies. H. Exercise supervisory control and direction of all personnel within the office and maintain the highest standards of quality, ethics, independency and confidentiality. Review, modify and approve programs, reports and recommendations. Schedule and prioritize audits. I. Represent Tribal Council on workgroups that are formed to address financial related legislation. J. Represent the LTBB government within the areas of the responsibility and authority of the Office and as authorized by Tribal Council, in relations with all persons and organizations outside the LTBB, and in matters relating to cooperative activities with state or federal agencies. K. Provide, to the extent necessary, training programs and library resources for the development of a well-qualified professional staff. Maintain a continuing education program designed to qualify staff personnel to meet the government standards. L. Enter into agreements, as deemed necessary with LTBB, state or federal departments or offices for the sole purpose of accomplishing the objectives of the office, subject to review by and approval of Tribal Council. 35 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 M. Delegate authority to appropriate staff when necessary. N. Report directly to Tribal Council or its designee on all operational issues and be responsible for the accomplishment of the purposes of the office. (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section III) 15.1004 INTERNAL ORGANIZATION A. The Department shall begin operations with currently employed LTBB staff as designated by Tribal Council. B. All other personnel shall be hired and compensated pursuant to LTBB policies and procedures relating to qualifications, experience, Odawa preference, salaries, etc. (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section IV) 15.1005 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section of this statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution, laws or ordinances of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, such phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this statute, the entirety of the balance of the statute to remain in full and binding force and effect. (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section V) 15.1006 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or shall be deemed enacted if not expressly vetoed by the Executive within thirty (30) days of submission. Tribal Council may, by an affirmative vote of seven (7) members of the Tribal Council, override a veto by the Executive. 36 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2016-005, August 26, 2016, Section VI) 37 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 11. Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board Statute (As required under 18 U.S.C. § 1161, the Department of the Interior published the Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board Statute in the Federal Register on April 2, 2015, 80 FR 17779-01) 15.1101 SHORT TITLE This Statute may be cited as the “Licensing Board.” (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section I) 15.1102 PURPOSE The purpose of this Statute is to provide for the establishment of the Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board that issues, renews and regulates liquor and tobacco licenses and permits in order to protect the rights and interest of Tribal Citizens. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section II) 15.1103 DEFINITIONS The following definitions apply in this Statute: A. “Alcoholic Liquor” means the four varieties of liquor (alcohol, spirits, wine and beer) and all fermented, spirituous, vinous, or malt liquor, or combinations thereof, and mixed liquor, a part of which is fermented, spirituous, vinous or malt liquor, or otherwise intoxicating; and every liquor or solid or semi-solid or other substance, patented or not, containing alcohol, spirits, wine or beer, and all drinks or drinkable liquids and all preparations or mixtures capable of human consumption, and any liquid, semi-solid, solid, or other substance, which contains more than one percent of alcohol by weight shall be conclusively deemed to be intoxicating. B. “Board” means the Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board. 38 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 C. “Cigarette” means any roll for smoking, made wholly or in part of tobacco, irrespective of size or shape and irrespective of whether the tobacco is flavored, adulterated or mixed with any other ingredient, where such roll has a wrapper or cover made of paper or any material, except where such wrapper is wholly or in the greater part made of natural leaf tobacco in its natural state. D. “Licensee” means any person or entity, includes any employee or agent of the Licensee, licensed by the Tribe to sell alcohol or tobacco on Tribal trust lands. E. “LTBB” or “Tribe” means the Waganakising Odawak Nation, also known as the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. F. “Person” or “Entity” means any individual, firm, partnership, co-partnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal organization, corporation, estate, trust, receiver, trustee, syndicate or any other group or combination acting as a unit. G. “Tobacco Products” means all forms of tobacco prepared in such a manner at to be suitable for chewing or smoking including cigarettes, cigars, smoking tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco. H. “Tribal Court” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Tribal Court. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section III) 15.1104 LIQUOR AND TOBACCO LICENSES A. Any person or entity that shall engage in the sale of alcohol or tobacco within the jurisdiction of the Tribe shall first obtain a license for such sale, provided that any person or entity engaging in such sales prior to the adoption of this Statute shall obtain a license within sixty (60) days for the enactment of this Statute. B. A license shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of its issuance and shall expire automatically without notice on the expiration date stated in the license. 39 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 C. No license shall be transferable. D. Temporary licenses for a limited time-frame and purpose may also be available. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section IV) 15.1105 LIQUOR AND TOBACCO LICENSING BOARD A. The Liquor and Tobacco Licensing Board (“Board”) is hereby created within the Executive Branch to carry out the purposes stated in this Statute, and each annual budget submitted by the Executive shall include funding for the Board’s operation subject to funding availability. B. The Board shall adopt policies and regulation to carry out its duties under this Statute, subject to Tribal Council approval. General application of Commission, Board and Committee Statutes shall not apply to this board unless designated otherwise. C. The Board shall meet once a year in regular meetings and additionally if necessary within 15 days of receiving any request for action by the Board. D. Appointments, Term, Nepotism and Conflict 1. The Board shall consist of three (3) members nominated by the Executive and confirmed by the Tribal Council. To be eligible for appointment a person must be a Tribal Citizen who is at least eighteen (18) years of age and is familiar with all Tribal liquor and tobacco laws, regulations, policies and procedures. One Board member will have at least 2 years of experience in law enforcement, legal or judiciary. The Board members shall serve three year terms with initial appointments being one member for one year, a second member for two years, and a third for three years to provide for staggered terms. 2. Tribal employees may serve on the Board and may be compensated by stipend if the Board is not directly related to their employment, does not interfere with their 40 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 work, and does not meet during scheduled work hours. If a Board meets during scheduled working hours and the staff member wishes to attend, the staff member must utilize PTO (personal time off), or flextime upon prior approval of the individual’s supervisor. E. F. 3. Two or more members of the same immediate family as defined in the Constitution shall not serve on the Board at the same time. 4. No Board member may participate in making any decision that involves a personal or financial interest of the Board or a member of his or her immediate family unless such interest is held in common with the Tribe and its Citizens. Open Meetings and Records 1. Board meetings shall be open to LTBB Citizens. 2. Board records shall be open to LTBB Citizens. 3. The Board must provide notice of meetings at least five days in advance of the meeting. Compensation and Stipends 1. Board members who attend any meeting or hearing directly related to their duties or attend any event where their attendance is required may be compensated for attendance so long as there are funds available in the Board’s budget. 2. Board members shall receive a stipend for attendance at Board meetings subject to the availability of funds. 3. Any Board member who attends a properly noticed meeting shall be eligible for a stipend, mileage, and expenses, even if no official action can be taken due to lack of a quorum. 41 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section V) 15.1106 AUTHORITY A. B. The Board shall hear and decide the granting, denial or renewal of licenses and permits. The Board shall hear and decide on the suspension or revocation of a license based on citations of violations. C. The Board shall hear and decide appeals on the issuance of citations. D. The Board may hire inspectors or investigators provided funding availability. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section VII) 15.1107 A. APPEALS OF CITATIONS TO THE BOARD Any party who has received an issuance of citations and disagrees with the citation may appeal to the Board. 1. An appeal of a citation must be filed within fourteen (14) days of the issuance of the citation. The party must file a written appeal to the Board including at a minimum: a. A clear and concise statement of the reason(s) the appellant believes the decision should be overturned by the Board; and b. The relief requested from the Board. B. The aggrieved party must be given an effective opportunity to defend themselves by confronting any adverse witnesses and by being allowed to present witnesses, evidence and arguments. C. The Board shall hear the appeal within 15 calendar days of filing, either during a regular meeting or special meeting called for that purpose, and issue its written ruling within ten (10) days of such hearing. 42 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section VIII) 15.1108 JUDICIAL REVIEW A. Decisions of the Board may be appealed to the Tribal Court by filing a written appeal with the Court within ten (10) days of the Board’s ruling. The Court shall uphold the decision of the Board unless the Court determines that the Board’s decision is clearly arbitrary, capricious, or otherwise not in accordance with applicable law or regulations. B. The Tribal Council expressly waives the sovereign immunity of the Tribe and its agents for the limited purpose of reviewing the decisions of the Board under the standards set forth in Section VI.A and allowing for the remedies set forth in Section VI.C. C. In the event the Court finds the Board’s decision to be clearly arbitrary, capricious, or otherwise not in accordance with applicable law or regulations, it shall enter an equitable order overturning the Board’s action, but shall not award monetary damages. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section IX) 15.1109 SOVERIEGN IMMUNITY The Tribe, and all of its constituent parts, which includes but is not limited to Tribal enterprises, subordinate organizations, boards, committees, officers, employees and agents, are immune from suit in any jurisdiction except to the extent that such immunity has been clearly and expressly waived by Tribe Council. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section X) 15.1110 REGULATIONS The Executive may develop Regulations as it deems necessary for the implementation of the intent of this Statute and shall forward such Regulations to the Tribal Council for approval. 43 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section XI) 15.1111 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any section, subsection or phrase of this Statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution or laws of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, such part shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this Statute, the entirety of the balance of the Statute to remain in full and binding force and effect so long as the overall intent of the Statute remains intact. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section XII) 15.1112 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon the signature of the Executive, or 30 days from submission to the Executive branch, or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto. (Source: WOS 2009-019, July 26, 2009, Section XIII) 44 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 12. Health Department 15.1201 PURPOSE This Statute is hereby enacted to establish the Health Department that is responsible for overseeing all Health related programs and personnel including physical and mental health to ensure a holistic approach by respecting and intertwining both modern and traditional healing. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section I) 15.1202 D. DEFINITIONS “Anishinaabemowin” means the language spoken by the Odawa people. E. “Cultural” means aspects of the Odawa history, spirituality, traditions, arts and crafts, values and mannerisms. F. “Cultural Proficiency” means the knowledge, skills, and attitudes/beliefs that enable a person to work well with, respond effectively to, and be supportive of the Odawa Citizens. G. “Department” means Health Department. H. “Director” means the Health Department Director. I. “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section II) 15.1203 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT A. Pursuant to Article VII (D) (22) of the Tribal Constitution the Tribal Council shall have the power to: “Approve the creation or dissolution of Executive divisions or departments to promote and protect the peace, health, safety, education, and general welfare, including but not 45 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 limited to cultural and natural resources, of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians and its members”. B. The Tribal Council hereby approves the creation of the Health Department within the Executive Branch of government. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section III) 15.1204 A. AUTHORITY AND DUTIES The Department shall have the following duties under the direction of the Director: 1. Promote, design and implement health programs for each facet of our tribal community. 2. Strive to improve and enhance the understanding of health related issues within our community and in the greater community. 3. Assist with annual community events that incorporate health and wellbeing. 4. Provide services and programs that increase health and wellbeing. 5. Administer health-based programs, grants and projects that assist our Tribal Citizens with an awareness of the unique needs of our Tribal Citizens. 6. Establish more interactive resources for tribal citizens that utilize the most current and feasible technologies. 7. Administer all Indian Health Services’ health-related programs and funding received by the Tribe, as appropriate. 8. Administer all funds and grants to the Tribe related to health matters, as 46 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 appropriate. 9. Establish appropriate programs such as health clinic, dental clinic, contract health, healthy start, community outreach, diabetes self-management, substance abuse, mental health and any other applicable health related opportunities. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section IV) 15.1205 STAFFING A. The Department shall begin operations with current staff of the health clinic, dental clinic, contract health, healthy start, community outreach, diabetes self-management, substance abuse, mental health and any other applicable health related department, division or program, as appropriate. B. The Director shall authorize and implement such divisions and programs as necessary to meet the health related needs of the Tribal community. I. Only persons who possess cultural proficiency shall be eligible for hire in this Department with the exception of hiring persons that provide technical expertise outside of the Odawa Cultural or Anishinaabemowin. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section V) 15.1206 REGULATIONS REQUIRED Any regulations shall be developed by the Executive Branch and presented to Tribal Council for approval in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section IV) 15.1207 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED 47 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Any current appropriations for the health clinic, dental clinic, contract health, healthy start, community outreach, diabetes self-management, substance abuse, mental health and any other applicable health related department, division or program, as appropriate, shall be used to implement this Statute and the Executive shall present Tribal Council with future annual budgets necessary to implement this Statute. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section VII) 15.1208 SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or portion of this Statute is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section VIII) 15.1209 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto. (Source: WOS 2010-002, June 6, 2010, Section IX) 48 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 13. Repeal of Waganakising Odawak Statute 2010-007 Legal and Legislative Committee 15.1301 PURPOSE The purpose of this Statute is to repeal the Waganakising Odawak Statute 2010-007 Legal and Legislative Committee Statute. (Source: WOS 2015-021, November 13, 2015, Section I) 15.1302 FINDINGS and REPEALED The Legal and Legislative Committee is no longer applicable to the current organization of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians tribal government and WOS 2010-007, Legal and Legislative Committee Statute along with any of its policies are hereby repealed in its entirety. (Source: WOS 2015-021, November 13, 2015, Section II) 15.1303 SAVINGS CLAUSE In the event that any phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section of this statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to violate the Constitution, laws, ordinances or statutes of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, such phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section shall be considered to stand alone and to be deleted from this statute, the entirety of the balance of the statute to remain in full and binding force and effect (Source: WOS 2015-021, November 13, 2015, Section III) 15.1304 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or thirty (30) days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override 49 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 of the veto. (Source: WOS 2015-021, November 13, 2015, Section IV) 50 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 14. Accounting Department 15.1401 PURPOSE The purpose of this Statute is to create the Accounting Department to provide the administration of appropriations and accounting services for the Tribe, other than gaming related enterprises. (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section I) 15.1402 DEFINITIONS A. “Constitution” or “Tribal Constitution” means the Constitution of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians as adopted on February 1, 2005, and any amendments thereto. B. “Executive Branch” means the Branch identified in Article VIII of the Tribal Constitution. C. “LTBB” or “Tribe” for the purposes of this Statute means the three branches of government-Legislative, Executive and Judiciary, including the Election Board and Prosecutor’s Office of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. D. “Tribal Council” or “Council” means the elected body of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians to carry out legislative powers under Article VII of the Constitution. (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section II) 15.1403 CREATION OF THE OFFICE A. Pursuant to Article VI of the Tribal Constitution the Executive Branch administers the funds that are appropriated by Tribal Council. B. The Tribal Council hereby creates and establishes the Accounting Department within the Executive Branch. 51 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section III) 15.1404 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES The Accounting Department shall have the following authority and duties: A. To conduct internal audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards for internal audits to the extent those standards are not in conflict with the Constitution or laws of the Tribe. B. To request information and documents from any Tribal Governmental Branch, Prosecutor’s Office, Election Board including departments, boards, commissions, committees and businesses of the Tribe as it relates to the finances and accounting. C. To oversee budgeting, accounting, purchasing and payroll for compliance with laws, regulations and Tribal Council approved policies, along with maintaining proper records to afford adequate accounting controls and services. D. To establishes budget programs. E. To oversee grant compliance. F. To assist each of the governmental branches of government; Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary along with the Prosecutor’s office and Election Board with any and all accounting, purchasing, budgets, compliance, grant compliance and any other accounting related matter. G. To assist in the preparation of an annual report as mandated by the Constitution for distribution at the annual meeting that includes all appropriations of operating funds and Tribal enterprises by department showing how the funds were spent and profit and loss statements where applicable and submit same to Tribal Treasurer for approval. H. To evaluate the program’s expenditures, and audits of the government and businesses 52 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 of the Tribe and provide suggestions to the Executive and Tribal Council on methods to make the government more efficient, effective, and responsive to the needs of the Tribal Citizens. I. To prescribe additional auditing standards and financial practices as necessary to be presented for approval by the Tribal Council. J. To perform financial functions for the Tribe, other than gaming enterprises, such as payroll, accounts payable, revenue receipts, general ledger maintenance, cash management activities, bank reconciliations, and monitoring of grant activities and grants requirements. K. To perform financial functions for the Tribal non-gaming enterprises and Tribally Chartered Corporations, if requested by said entity, such as payroll, accounts payable, revenue receipts, general ledger maintenance, cash management activities, bank reconciliations, and monitoring of grant activities and grants requirements. L. To provide copies of all audits and findings to Tribal Council. M. To provide Tribal Council quarterly reports, an annual report and an annual audited financial statements including all it enterprises and component units. (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section IV) 15.1405 STAFFING The Office shall begin operations with current staff of the accounting department. (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section V) 15.1406 APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZED Any current appropriations for the accounting department, as appropriate, shall be used to implement this Statute. (Source: WOS 2011-009, May 2, 2011, Section VI) 53 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.1407 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES REQUIRED Administrative Procedures shall be developed within One hundred and Twenty days (120) days by the Executive Branch and presented to Tribal Council for approval in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act 2008-001, or as amended, in order to clarify the implementation of Waganakising Odawak Statute 2011-009 Accounting Department by defining how the Department will administer funds and services. Source: WOS 2014-007 Amended 2011-009, August 7, 2014, Section VII by Override) 15.1408 SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or portion of this Statute is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (Source: WOS 2014-007 Amended 2011-009, August 7, 2014, Section VIII by Override) 14.1409 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto. (Source: WOS 2014-007 Amended 2011-009, August 7, 2014, Section IX by Override) 54 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 15. Department of Repatriation, Archives and Records 15.1501 SHORT TITLE This Statute shall be entitled “Department of Repatriation, Archives and Records” Statute. This statute rescinds and replaces “Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi” WOS 2010-008. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section I) 15.1502 PURPOSE To create the Executive Department of the Repatriation, Archives and Records and to provide coordination and assistance for the MACPRA/NAGPRA Representative. The Department shall manage Tribal Archives and house and process Tribal records and assist the MACPRA/NAGPRA Representative with duties relating to the repatriation of Native American remains and cultural items and will receive and manage such items. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section II) 15.1503 DEFINITIONS A. “Archives” means the collection of tribal history and culture that is significant to the identity of Odawa people. B. “Cultural” means aspects of the Odawa history, spirituality, traditions, arts, values and mannerisms. C. “Cultural Proficiency” means the knowledge, skills, and attitudes/beliefs that enable a person to work well with, respond effectively to, and be supportive of the Odawa Citizens and Community. D. “Department” means the Repatriation and Archival Records Department. 55 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 E. “MACPRA” means the Michigan Anishnaabeg Cultural Preservation and Repatriation Alliance. An alliance of the Tribe of Michigan that defends and protects indigenous grave and traditional cultural properties. F. “NAGRPA” means the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (as amended). G. “Remains” means Tribal ancestral remains or Native American remains and/or funerary objects. H. “Representative” means the person designated as the Tribe’s representative to MACPRA and authorized by NAGPRA on behalf of the Tribe. I. “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians or the Waganakising Odawa. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section III) 15.1504 CREATION OF THE REPATRIATION AND ARCHIVAL RECORDS DEPARTMENT A. Pursuant to Article VII (D) (22) of the Tribal Constitution the Tribal Council shall have the power to: “Approve the creation or dissolution of Executive divisions or departments to promote and protect the peace, health, safety, education, and general welfare, including but not limited to cultural and natural resources, of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians and its members”. B. The Tribal Council hereby approves the creation of the Repatriation and Archival Records Department within the Executive Branch of government and shall be overseen by the Repatriation and Archival Records Department Director. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section IV) 56 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.1505 A. DEPARTMENT AUTHORITY Collect, preserve and manage any and all information about the Odawa people, both historical and contemporary, utilizing the most current methods of archival preservation and digitization in order to create a seamless process for internal creation of educational materials, programs, classes and resources. B. Serve as a clearing house and storage facility for all government documents and products created through government processes and functions. C. The Department shall coordinate with the Representative to ensure that the repatriation of Native Ancestral remains, cultural patrimony, and sacred objects to tribe is handled in a culturally significant manner. D. The Department shall coordinate with the Representative to ensure that traditional cultural properties and sacred sites are protected. E. The Department shall assist the Representative with administrative tasks and services. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section V) 15.1506 A. STAFFING If appropriate, the Department shall begin operations with currently employed LTBB staff as designated by the Executive. B. All research, academic, and work products produced by the Department shall belong to the Tribe and be considered public documents. C. Credits may be given for program and/or individual contributions to materials produced by the Department. D. Copies may be used in educational promotion purposes; all copies shall include all original credits. 57 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 E. Copy for profit shall be prohibited. F. Only persons who possess cultural proficiency shall be eligible for hire in this Department with the exception of hiring persons that provide technical expertise outside of the Odawa culture or Anishinaabemowin. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section VI) 15.1507 APPROPRIATIONS The current appropriations for the Archives and Records Program within the Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi Department shall be used to implement this statute along with any additional supplemental funds necessary to meet the obligations of this Statute; and the Executive shall present Tribal Council with future annual budgets necessary to implement this statute. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section VII) 15.1508 REPEAL Any Statute, Resolution or Regulation, or portion therein, that is in conflict with this Statute is repealed upon the effective date of this Statute. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section VIII) 15.1509 SEVERABILITY If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or portion of this Statute is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section IX) 58 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 15.1510 EFFECTIVE DATE Effective upon signature of the Executive or 30 days from Tribal Council approval whichever comes first or if the Executive vetoes the legislation, then upon Tribal Council override of the veto AND the passage of Waganakising Odawak Statute Education Department and Waganakising Odawak Statute Gijigowi Anishinaabemowin Language Department. (Source: WOS 2012-002, April 22, 2012, Section X) 59 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 Chapter 16. Education Department 15.1601 PURPOSE This Statute is hereby enacted to establish an Education Department. This statute rescinds and replaces “Gijigowi Bibskaabiimi” WOS 2010-008. (Source: WOS 2012-003, April 22, 2012, Section I) 15.1602 DEFINITIONS A. “Cultural” means aspects of the Odawa history, spirituality, traditions, arts, values and mannerisms. B. “Cultural Proficiency” means the knowledge, skills, and attitudes/beliefs that enable a person to work well with, respond effectively to, and be supportive of the Odawa Citizens. C. “Department” means Education Department. D. “Tribe” means the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. (Source: WOS 2012-003, April 22, 2012, Section II) 15.1603 CREATION OF THE DEPARTMENT A. Pursuant to Article VII (D) (22) of the Tribal Constitution the Tribal Council shall have the power to: “Approve the creation or dissolution of Executive divisions or departments to promote and protect the peace, health, safety, education, and general welfare, including but not limited to cultural and natural resources, of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians and its members”. B. The Tribal Council hereby approves the creation of the Education Department within the Executive Branch of government, and shall be overseen by the Education Department Director. 60 WOTCL TITLE XV. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS, PROGRAMS, OFFICES, AND COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES last codified through March 1, 2024 – See Register for Details Version 2024.2 (Source: WOS 2012-003, April 22, 2012, Section III) 15.1604 B. AUTHO [Text truncated at 120,000 characters. The full text is on the page linked above.] --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Alittle_traverse%3Ac701cbc890a902fe. Public record. Not legal advice.