# LEG-377 Sponsored by Legislative Leader Linda Gokee and Councilor Fred Harrington, Jr.

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LEG-377 Sponsored by Legislative Leader Linda Gokee and Councilor Fred Harrington, Jr.
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WAGANAKISING ODAWAK STATUTE ____-___
GAMING AUTHORITY STATUTE AMENDMENT
SECTION I PURPOSE
This Statute is enacted to delegate management authority over the Tribe’s Gaming
Enterprises in accordance with Article VII(D)(24) of the LTBB Constitution. The Gaming
Authority is hereby established as a subordinate Tribal entity reporting directly to Tribal
Council and exercising only those powers expressly delegated herein. The Gaming

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Authority shall ensure compliance with applicable Tribal laws and regulations, federal law,
protect Tribal assets, act in the best interests of the Tribe, and shall provide for the
equitable distribution of gaming revenues in accordance with the Tribal Allocation and
Appropriation Plan (TAAP).

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For purposes of this Statute:
A. “Active Units”-means only those gaming devices available for patron play during the
reporting period. Units out of service shall be prorated purposes of calculating
Win/Unit/Day.
B. “Capital Asset Plan Expenditures (CapEx)-The planned capital asset purchases for the
fiscal year identifying replacements, upgrades, expansions, and funding levels.
C. “Business Codes”-LTBB Comprehensive Business Codes (WOS 2003-007), as amended.
D. “Day-to-Day Operational Management”-Routine operational functions assigned to
Odawa Casino Management Structure Gaming Authority.

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“Director of Finance”-Individual responsible for financial operations of the Gaming
Enterprises who shall report directly to Gaming Authority.
F. “Employee” means all Gaming Enterprise staff as defined in the Fair Employment Statute
or its successor.
G. “Enterprise” or “Gaming Enterprise” means the Petoskey and Mackinaw Odawa Casino,
Odawa Online GSP, and any other tribally owned gaming-related enterprise authorized by
Tribal Council.

SECTION II REPEAL
This Statute repeals and replaces WOS 2015-09 (Gaming Enterprise Board Statute), WOS
2010-21, WOS 2009-012, WOS 2004-08, WOS 2001-12, as amended.
SECTION III DEFINITIONS

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H. “Enterprise Strategic Plan (ESP)” means the annual operational and financial plan
establishing measurable goals, performance indicators, and timelines for approval by
Tribal Council.
J. “Executive” means the Tribal Chairperson acting pursuant to Article VII of the
Constitution of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians.
L. “Fiscal Year” - January 1 through December 31.
M. “Free Play Wager” means a non-value promotional play/betting for casino
Player/Patron.
N. “GAAP”- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

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P. “Independent Auditor” - Person or entity appointed to conduct annual financial audits
and minimum internal control testing as required by applicable Tribal and federal law.
Q. “LTBB” or “Tribe” - Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians.
R. “LTBB Tribal Citizen” - enrolled member of LTBB
S. “Odawa Online GSP” - The limited liability company authorized to conduct online gaming
activities as permitted by Tribal and Michigan law.
T. “Regulatory Commission” - LTBB Gaming Regulatory Commission
U. “Senior Financial Analyst” - Tribal Council employee in the Office of Finance and
Revenue.
W. “TAAP” means Tribally Accepted Accounting Practices as established by Tribal statute.

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X. “Tribal Council” means the governing body of the Legislative Branch of the Tribe.
Y. “Odawa Casino Management Structure” means the Odawa Casinos designated
Managementof the Gaming Enterprises as appointed or hired pursuant to this Statute.
Z. “Whistleblower” means any employee, contractor, or agent of the Gaming Enterprises
who, in good faith, reports suspected violations of Tribal law, federal law, regulatory
requirements, internal controls, financial misconduct, fraud, waste, abuse of authority, or
threats to health or safety to an authorized Tribal, regulatory, or law enforcement
authority.

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SECTION IV – TRIBAL COUNCIL DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
Pursuant to Article VII(D)(24) of the Constitution of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of
Odawa Indians, Tribal Council hereby delegates management authority over the Gaming
Enterprises to the Gaming Authority (GA) as a subordinate Tribal Council entity. The
Gaming Authority shall exercise only those powers expressly delegated in this Statute and
shall report directly to Tribal Council.

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Tribal Council retains authority to receive and review formal written complaints alleging
misconduct, abuse of authority, breach of fiduciary duty, or violation of Tribal law by the
Gaming Authority members, consistent with the Constitution and applicable Tribal law.
• A complaint under this subsection shall be signed, state the factual basis of the
allegation with reasonable specificity, and identify the provision of Tribal law or
fiduciary duty alleged to have been violated.

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related laws, raise revenue, or exercise oversight consistent with the Constitution.

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Nothing in this Statute shall be construed to limit, impair, or surrender the inherent
legislative authority of Tribal Council, including the authority to amend this Statute, enact

SECTION V - Nomination and Appointment Process
1. Nomination
a. Candidates shall be nominated by the Executive in accordance with the Constitution.
b. Nothing herein limits the Executive’s authority to nominate any qualified Tribal
Citizen.
2. Public Interview
Nominees shall be interviewed in a public Tribal Council work session or meeting,
unless a closed session is authorized by applicable law.
3. Appointment
a. Members are appointed by majority vote of Tribal Council with a quorum present.
b. Recused members count toward quorum but shall not participate in discussion or
voting and are excluded from the vote tally.
c. Unless otherwise provided, actions require a majority vote of eligible, non-recused
members present and voting.
4. Terms and Resignations
a. Members serve staggered three (3) year terms; initial appointments shall be
staggered to ensure continuity.
b. Members continue to serve with full authority until a successor is duly appointed,
qualified, licensed, and sworn.
c. Terms are as specified by Tribal Council; authority begins upon satisfaction of all
eligibility, licensing, and oath requirements.

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d. Resignations must be submitted in writing to the Chairperson of the Gaming
Authority and the Executive and are effective upon receipt unless a later date is
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5. Removal for Cause
1. Members may be removed prior to term expiration only for cause.
2. Cause includes:
a. Gross misconduct
b. Violation of Tribal law or this Statute

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c. Breach of fiduciary duty
d. Loss of eligibility
e. Repeated unexcused absence
f. Failure to maintain licensure
g. Incapacity to perform duties
Removal requires written notice, an opportunity to be heard, and a majority vote of Tribal
Council with quorum present.

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SECTION VI – COMPOSITION AND TERMS
The Gaming Authority shall consist of three (3) to five (5) LTBB Tribal Citizens who

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demonstrate integrity, independence, sound judgment, and capacity to serve the economic
interests of the Tribe. Preference shall be given to candidates with experience in gaming
operations, business administration, finance, accounting, law, regulatory compliance,
hospitality, or related fields.

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The Gaming Authority shall act only by majority vote at a duly noticed meeting with
quorum present and shall:

a. Members must maintain gaming licensure and meet all eligibility requirements.
b. Members shall not hold conflicting employment with the Gaming Enterprise or
having been employed by the Gaming Enterprise within the prior 12 months.
c. Members shall not be employed by the Gaming Enterprise for a period of forty-five (45)
days after serving on the Gaming Authority.
d. Members shall not hold elected positions
e. Members serve staggered three (3) year terms
f. Members may be removed for cause, including misconduct, legal violations, loss of
eligibility, or incapacity, with written notice and opportunity to be heard.
VII. Gaming Authority – Powers and Responsibilities

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1. Governance and Oversight
Designate, evaluate, and/or remove the Odawa Casino Management Structure;
oversee its performance; and issue all formal direction through majority action.
Individual members shall not direct, manage, or interfere with day-to-day
operations.

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2. Strategic and Operational Authority
Approve and oversee the Gaming Enterprises Strategic Plan, Annual Operating
Budget, and Capital Asset Plan; monitor operational performance, financial
condition, and regulatory compliance; and ensure the protection and preservation
of Tribal assets.

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3. Financial Oversight and Control
Exercise comprehensive financial oversight, including:

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a. Approving the establishment and maintenance of bank accounts and
financial controls;

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b. Reviewing financial reports, performance metrics, and material variances;

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c. Overseeing contracts, capital expenditures, and financial commitments;

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d. Ensuring legal review of binding agreements;

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e. Ensuring the Director of Finance provides required reports to all designated
oversight entities.

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4. Audit and Distribution
Ensure completion of independent audits and timely reporting; and ensure
equitable distribution of gaming revenues in accordance with Tribal law and TAAP.

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5. Executive Accountability and Continuity
Establish performance benchmarks; conduct annual evaluations of the Odawa
Casino Management Structure; and ensure leadership continuity through succession
planning.

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6. Policy and Administration
Adopt policies and procedures necessary to implement this Statute and employ staff
necessary to carry out its responsibilities.

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7. Odawa Online GSP, LLC
Serve as the governing body of Odawa Online GSP, LLC and exercise all ownership,
oversight, and fiduciary responsibilities on behalf of the Tribe. The Odawa Casino
Management Structure shall have no operational authority over the LLC.

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VIII. Odawa Casino Management Structure – Authority and Responsibilities
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1. Composition
The Odawa Casino Management Structure shall consist of either:

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a) An Executive Oversight Committee composed of two (2) to five (5) qualified
LTBB Tribal Citizens;

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b) A General Manager and Assistant General Manager, implemented in
accordance with Tribal preference.

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2. Designation and Status
Designation to the Executive Oversight Committee constitutes an assignment of
executive duties and does not create a separate employment position unless
expressly authorized. The Gaming Authority shall annually designate one member of
the Executive Oversight Committee to serve as Primary Executive Liaison for
regulatory, audit, and governmental communications. This designation shall not
confer independent or superior authority.

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a. Members may receive premium compensation as approved by the Gaming
Authority, which shall cease upon removal. Members may be designated or
removed by majority vote of the Gaming Authority without affecting
underlying employment status, except as to such premium compensation.
The Gaming Authority shall annually designate one member of the Executive
Oversight Committee to serve as Primary Liaison for regulatory, audit, and
governmental communications. This designation shall not confer
independent or superior authority.

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b. The Odawa Casino Management Structure shall operate within approved
budgets, the Strategic Plan, and the authority delegated under this Statute.

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3. Operational Authority
The Odawa Casino Management Structure shall retain full authority for day-to-day
operations, including:

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a. Personnel administration;

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b. Financial execution within approved budgets;

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c. Implementation of operational and marketing strategies;

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d. Regulatory compliance;

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e. Execution of the Strategic Plan;

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f. The Odawa Casino Management Structure shall operate within approved
budgets, the Strategic Plan, and the authority delegated under this Statute.
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4. Emergency Authority
The Odawa Casino Management Structure may take immediate action necessary to
protect regulatory compliance, public safety, operational continuity, or Tribal assets.
Such actions shall:

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a. Be reported to the Gaming Authority as soon as practicable;

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b. Be subject to review and ratification by the Gaming Authority;

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c. Not include the incurrence of debt, waiver of sovereign immunity, or
permanent structural changes;

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d. Be fully documented and recorded.

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5. Limitations and Separation of Authority

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The Gaming Authority shall not:

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a. Incur, authorize, or guarantee debt or financial obligations beyond the approved
budget without prior approval of Tribal Council;

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b. Exercise regulatory authority reserved to the Gaming Regulatory Commission;

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c. Exercise executive authority reserved to the Executive Branch.

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d. Individual Gaming Authority members shall not exercise independent authority
or direct Gaming Enterprise operations.

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6. Records
The Legislative Office shall maintain official records of membership, appointment
dates, terms, and expirations in accordance with Tribal records retention
requirements.
SECTION IX – REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Compliance with Tribal and Federal Law
The Gaming Authority shall ensure that all Gaming Enterprises operate in
compliance with:
a) The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA);
b) Applicable federal regulations, including 25 C.F.R. Parts 522, 556–558, and
related provisions;
c) The LTBB Gaming Regulatory Statute;
d) Tribal Minimal Internal Control Standards (TMICS);
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e) Tribally Accepted Accounting Practices (TAAP);
f) All other applicable Tribal laws and policies.
2. No Waiver of Sovereignty
Nothing in this Section shall be construed as a waiver of the sovereign immunity of
the Tribe or any Tribal entity unless expressly authorized by Tribal Council.
SECTION X – REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION
1. Centralized Requests from Tribal Council

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All requests for information from the Gaming Enterprises by Tribal Council or
individual Council members shall be submitted exclusively through the Legislative
Office or designated Legislative Staff.
2. Transparency and Equal Access
a) All written requests and all responses shall be copied to the full Tribal Council.
b) No individual Council member shall receive exclusive access to operational or
financial information not simultaneously made available to the full Tribal
Council.
3. Routing Through Governance Channels
a) Legislative Staff shall coordinate with the Gaming Authority to obtain timely,

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accurate, and complete responses.
b) Requests for operational data shall be routed through the Odawa Casino
Management Structure in coordination with the Gaming Authority.
4. No Direct Operational Interference
Nothing in this Section shall be construed to authorize:
a) Individual Tribal Council members to directly direct, supervise, or interfere with
Gaming Enterprise operations;
b) Individual Gaming Authority members to respond independently outside of
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c) Individual Tribal Council members or individual Gaming Authority members
from making direct requests to Enterprise employees outside established
governance channels.
5. Financial Oversight Access
The Senior Financial Analyst may request financial data on behalf of Tribal Council,
and all such requests and responses shall be copied to the full Tribal Council.
SECTION XI – MEETINGS, GOVERNANCE, AND COMPENSATION
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1. Officers and Administration

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a) The Gaming Authority shall annually elect from among its members a Chairperson
and such other officers as necessary. Officers shall have no authority beyond that
granted by majority action of the Gaming Authority.

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b) The Chairperson shall preside at meetings and perform administrative duties
necessary to facilitate the work of the Gaming Authority, and shall not exercise
independent decision-making authority except as expressly authorized by majority
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c) The Gaming Authority Administrative Assistant shall prepare and distribute
meeting agendas, under the direction of the Gaming Authority, incorporating input
from members, in accordance with applicable notice requirements.
Any member may request agenda items.
The Gaming Authority may amend the agenda by majority vote at the start of a duly
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2. Meetings and Notice

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a) The Gaming Authority shall meet at least monthly.

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b) Meetings shall be held within the Reservation unless otherwise authorized.

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c) Agendas shall include an opportunity for public comment consistent with
applicable law.

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d) Notice of meetings or work sessions shall be posted at least forty-eight (48)
hours in advance in accordance with applicable Tribal law.

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e) A meeting is duly noticed when notice is provided in accordance with this
Section and applicable law.

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3. Quorum and Voting

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a) A quorum consists of a majority of all duly appointed and serving members.

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b) No official business shall be conducted without a quorum.

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c) All official action requires a majority vote of members present and voting at a
duly noticed meeting.

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4. Special Procedures
a) Closed Sessions. Closed sessions may be held only for personnel matters,
litigation, confidential business negotiations, or matters involving significant
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privacy or regulatory confidentiality. Attendance shall be governed by applicable
Tribal law.

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b) Remote Participation. Members may participate electronically when necessary,
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c) Action by Phone or Electronic Poll. When immediate action is necessary and a
duly noticed meeting cannot be convened, the Gaming Authority may act by
phone or electronic poll if a quorum participates and a majority of eligible, nonrecused members approve. All such actions shall be ratified at the next regular
meeting and entered into the minutes.

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d) Emergency Meetings. Emergency meetings may be called by the Chairperson or
a majority of serving members when immediate action is necessary to preserve
essential Tribal or Gaming Enterprise interests. All emergency actions shall be
documented and ratified at the next regular meeting.

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5. Records and Public Access

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a) The Gaming Authority shall maintain written minutes of all meetings, including
emergency meetings and electronic actions. Minutes shall reflect motions, votes,
recusals, and actions taken and shall be approved at a subsequent meeting.
Records shall be maintained in accordance with applicable Tribal and regulatory
requirements.

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b) Approved minutes shall be made available consistent with Tribal law.

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c) Confidential materials shall be maintained separately and released only as
permitted by law.

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d) Records shall be available to Tribal Citizens consistent with Open Meetings and
Records laws, except where confidentiality is required.

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6. Continuity of Authority

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a) If the Gaming Authority falls below quorum, remaining members may act solely
to recommend interim appointments to Tribal Council.

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b) During such period, the Odawa Casino Management Structure retains
operational authority for day-to-day management consistent with this Statute.

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c) Interim members shall be nominated by the Executive and appointed by
majority vote of Tribal Council as soon as practicable, and shall serve until
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permanent appointment or expiration of the term, as determined by Tribal
Council.

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d) Interim appointees assume full authority upon appointment, satisfaction of all
eligibility and licensing requirements, and oath of office.

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7. Indemnification and Protection

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a) Members of the Gaming Authority and Odawa Casino Management Structure
shall not be personally liable for good-faith actions within the scope of their
authority. Service involving Odawa Online GSP, LLC is deemed within such
scope.

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b) The Tribe shall indemnify and defend any current or former member against
claims arising from good-faith acts within official duties, excluding fraud,
intentional misconduct, criminal conduct, or knowing violations of law.

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c) Eligibility for indemnification shall be determined by Tribal Council upon
recommendation of the Office of General Counsel.

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d) Nothing herein waives sovereign immunity.

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8. Compensation and Expenses

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a) Meeting Stipend. Members shall receive $400 per regular or duly called
meeting, and must attend at least ¾ of the meeting to qualify.

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b) Limitations. No stipends shall be paid for events, training, conferences, or work
sessions unless specifically authorized by Tribal Council.

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c) Travel and Expenses. Travel and training expenses shall be reimbursed in
accordance with Tribal Council-approved policies.

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d) No Self-Adjustment. The Gaming Authority shall not modify its own
compensation; any change requires amendment by Tribal Council.

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e) No Employment Relationship. Compensation under this Section does not
create an employment relationship with the Tribe.

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SECTION XV - SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY
The Gaming Authority, the Odawa Casino Management Structure, and all Gaming Enterprises
established under this Statute are instrumentalities of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa
Indians and shall possess the sovereign immunity of the Tribe. Nothing in this Statute shall be

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construed as a waiver of the sovereign immunity of the Tribe or any Tribal entity unless such
waiver is expressly authorized by Tribal Council by resolution.
SECTION XVI - SAVINGS CLAUSE
In the event that any phrase, provision, part, paragraph, subsection or section of this statute is held
invalid or unconstitutional by the Tribal courts of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
under the Constitution or laws of the Tribe, 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.
SECTION XVII - EFFECTIVE DATE
This Statute shall take effect upon signature of the Executive, or thirty (30) days after Tribal
Council approval if not signed, unless vetoed by the Executive. In the event of veto, the Statute
shall take effect upon Tribal Council override of the veto in accordance with the Constitution.

CERTIFICATION
As the Tribal Council Legislative Leader and Tribal Council Secretary, we certify that this Statute
was duly adopted by the Tribal Council of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians at a
regular meeting of the Tribal Council held on ______________ at which a quorum was present,
by a vote of __ in favor, __ opposed, __ abstentions, and __ absent as recorded by this roll call:
In Favor

Opposed

Abstained

Absent

Fred Harrington Jr.
Fred Kiogima
Tammy Okuly-Shananaquet
Emily Proctor
Jordan Shananaquet
Kelly Wesaw
Melissa Pamp
Annette VanDeCar
Linda Gokee
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Date:
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Annette VanDeCar, Secretary
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Received by the Executive Office on

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Pursuant to Article VII, Section D, Subsection 1 of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa

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Indians Constitution adopted on February 1, 2005, the Executive concurs in this action of the
Tribal Council.

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Winnay Wemigwase, Tribal Chairperson
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Received by the Legislative Office _______________________________________________

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XVIII. Retained Authority of Tribal Council

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Nothing in this Section shall be construed to limit or impair the inherent legislative
authority of Tribal Council, including the authority to amend this Statute, enact laws, raise
revenue, or exercise oversight.

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Date

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