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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, June 10, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, June 11, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Agenda
Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.
Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members
of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
OPENING
A.
Special recognition of retirement - Isabell J. Parker
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Dan Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Nation Arts Board - Peter Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Election Board Alternate - Linda Langen and Ramona Salinas
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
On^yote? a•ka ni? i Standing Committee - David Webster Sponsor:
E.
Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board - Alicia Elm
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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MINUTES
A.
VI.
VII.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation School Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Pardon and Forgiveness
Screening Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
VIII.
IX.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the May 15, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
2.
Accept the May 29, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Accept the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - 2025 Self Governance
Conference - Chandler, AZ - April 5-11, 2025
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
B.
Accept the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - Region 5 Tribal Operations
Committee Meeting - Chicago, IL - April 29-30, 2025
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
X.
Approve the May 28, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - 26th Annual TribalNet
Conference & Tradeshow - Reno, NV - September 14-19, 2025
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Accept the final status update report regarding veteran gravestones
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
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GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
B.
XII.
PETITIONER BENTON - Personnel Policies & Procedures Amendments - petition #
2025-01
1.
Accept the statement of effect status update regarding petition # 2025-01
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
2.
Accept the legal review status update regarding petition # 2025-01
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
3.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update regarding petition # 2025-01
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
PETITIONER BENTON - Amendments to Trial Court Rules - petition # 2025-02
1.
Accept the statement of effect status update regarding petition # 2025-02
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
2.
Accept the legal review status update regarding petition # 2025-02
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
3.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update regarding petition # 2025-02
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
C.
Accept the draft March 16, 2025, annual General Tribal Council meeting minutes and
approve the associated correspondence
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Accept the draft June 1, 2025, special General Tribal Council meeting minutes and
approve the associated correspondence
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Approve the notice, updated materials, and annual reports for the July 20, 2025,
tentatively scheduled semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the General Manager report (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
2.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
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B.
XIII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Review of the application for one (1) vacancy on the Pardon Forgiveness
Screening Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
2.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Culpepper and Associates,
Inc. - file # 2025-0658
Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director
3.
Accept the update on the Direct Report Restructure plan
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
4.
Review draft Financial Contingency Plan for the Oneida Nation and determine
next steps
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
5.
Deliberations regarding pardon application - Lorenzo Samuel Guzman
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
6.
Deliberations regarding forgiveness application - Michael Roy Hardin
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger - Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
ADJOURN
Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and
Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)
The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida
Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/
For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214
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Special recognition of retirement - Isabell J. Parker
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
IZ] Open
06/11/25
D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Special recognition of retirement - Isabel J. Parker
3. Requested Motion:
IZ] Accept as information; OR
Special recognition of retirement - Isabel J. Parker
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
D Finance
D Law Office
D Gaming/Retail
IZ] Other: Oneida Business Committee
IZ] Programs/Services
0 DTS
D Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 01/07/2025
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6. Supporting Documents:
D Bylaws
D Contract Document(s)
D Correspondence
D Draft GTC Notice
0 Draft GTC Packet
D E-poll results/back-up
D Fiscal Impact Statement
D Law
D Legal Review
D Minutes
0 MOU/MOA
D Petition
1Z! Other: Retirement recognition
7. Budget Information:
D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
D Other: Describe
D Presentation
D Report
D Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
D Budgeted - Grant Funded
IZ! Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requester:
Revised: 01/07/2025
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Title/Entity)
-(Name,
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155·0365
oncfda•nm,gov
ONEIDA
Isabel J. Parker, Community Coordinator
Retirement May 2025
In May 1995 Isabel J. Parker began her focus on serving the youth, the elderly, and families
housed in Oneida Housing rental units and rent-to-own units. The Neighbor of key focus of key
was the Three Sisters Neighborhood, located within Green Bay City limits.
At the time in 1995:
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A must-see movie was Batman Forever, with Val Kilmer as Batman.
eBay launched.
Sony launched the first Play Station.
The Top Song was Fancy, by Mariah Carey
"The Rachel" (based on Jennifer Aniston's Friends Character) was many women's
haircut of
Choice.
National average of a home - $ 159,000
Gallon of gas - $1.15
Dozen eggs - $1.16
Over the course of the past twenty-eight (28) years, Isabel has coordinated and administered
numerous events and programs for the tenants of Three Sister Neighborhood, and at times Flying
Leaf Neighborhood.
• Numerous Bike Safety & Repair events with OPD repairing and working on bicycles for
the kids
• Women's Group -held regular for adult women
• Domestic Violence Prevention workshops
• Crime Prevention programming, workshops, and activities
• Babysitting Classes with TRAILS program
• Various kids crafting events
• Elder Bingo and other elderly focused events
• Countless outings and field trips with youth
• 20+ Annual National Night Events
In many ways, being a Community Involvement Coordinator is an under-appreciated position.
Oneida Housing is faced with so many hot topics and urgent matters, that the daily work and
commitment to serving the youth, elders, and families within our neighborhoods is far too easily
lost in the shadows.
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All the work, efforts and years of commitment from Isabel to the Oneida Nation/ Oneida
Housing and the household we serve is greatly and genuinely appreciated.
Thank you, Isabel, for so many years!
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A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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ONEIDA
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Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Dan Skenandore
Business Committee Agenda Request
06/11/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
June 3, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.
Background
On May 14, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Dan Skenandore to the
Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation Arts Board - Peter Skenandore
Business Committee Agenda Request
06/11/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
June 3, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Nation Arts Board
Background
On May 14, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Peter Skenandore to the
Oneida Nation Arts Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Election Board Alternate - Linda Langen and Ramona Salinas
Business Committee Agenda Request
06/11/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
June 3, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Alternate
Background
On May 28, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Linda Langen and Ramona
Salinas to the Oneida Election Board - Alternate.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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On^yote?a•ká ni? i Standing Committee - David Webster
Business Committee Agenda Request
06/11/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
June 3, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Onʌyoteʔaꞏká niʔ i Standing Committee
Background
On May 28, 2025 the Oneida Business Committee appointed David Webster to the
Onʌyoteʔaꞏká niʔ i Standing Committee.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board - Alicia Elm
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Amber Martinez, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
AMARTIN3
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
May 30, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Southeastern WI Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board
Background
On May 28, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Alicia Elm to the Southeastern
Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Approve the May 28, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☐ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☒ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BPIGMAN
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DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, May 27, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, May 28, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Councilman Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: n/a;
Arrived at: n/a;
Others present: Jo A. House, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Mark W. Powless (via Microsoft Teams1) ,
Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Melinda J Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via
Microsoft Teams), Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams),
Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via
Microsoft Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), Chad M. Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), James
J. Petitjean (via Microsoft Teams), Eric N. Bristol (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle M. Danforth-Anderson
(via Microsoft Teams), Josephine Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Shane Hill (via Microsoft Teams),
Jason Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Derick Denny (via Microsoft Teams), Danielle L. White (via
Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Tana Aguirre (via Microsoft Teams), William Gollnick
(via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams), Cheryl-Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft
Teams), Dana M. McLester (via Microsoft Teams), Mercie Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via
Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams);
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster; Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: n/a;
Arrived at: Councilman Jonas Hill at 8:33 a.m., Councilman Marlon Skenandore at 8:34 a.m.;
Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Mark W. Powless, Laura Laitinen-Warren,
Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via
Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams),
Janice Deborah (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via Microsoft
Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), David Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via
Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams),
Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles (via
Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Duff (via Microsoft Teams), Salutz (via
Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia M. King (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie
Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Nicolas Reynolds (via Microsoft Teams), Kathleen Metoxen (via Microsoft
Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Amber Martinez (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart
(via Microsoft Teams), Lori S. Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Taryn E. Webster (via Microsoft Teams),
Reynold Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Braaten (via Microsoft Teams), Crystal Metoxen (via
Microsoft Teams), Patricia Moore (via Microsoft Teams), Connor Kestell (via Microsoft Teams), Jo
Hanrahan (via Microsoft Teams), Warren Stevens, Mercie Danforth, Nate Wisneski, Jamie Willis, Ella
Schmelzer, Ashley Sierra, Kaitlyn Hankermeyr, Brenda Haen, Maria Danforth, Carla Kocha, Crystal
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
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DRAFT
Kocha, Robert Kocha, Neva Archiquette, Alexis Woelkel, Ron King, Rochel Smitz, Eric Boulanger,
Brandon Vandehei, Lily Noel, Alex Lemus, Jake Burgess, Sara Kwatershi, Johnathen Seutya, Mark
Powless, Mark Powless Sr, Phyl Shaline, Cathy Metoxen, Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:31 a.m.
II.
OPENING (00:00:10)
Opening provided by Chairman Tehassi Hill.
Councilman Jonas Hill arrived at 8:33 a.m.
Councilman Marlon Skenandore arrived at 8:34 a.m.
III.
A.
Special recognition of retirement - Maria Danforth (00:03:45)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
B.
Special recognition of retirement - Susan Higgs (00:10:01)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:17:57)
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt the agenda with two (2) changes [1) under the Opening section,
add item entitled Special recognition of retirement - Susan Higgs; and 2) add new section New
Business, add item entitled Approve OBC SOP entitled Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
- Background Investigation of Community-at-Large Appointees], seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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DRAFT
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE (00:19:11)
Oaths of Office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Carmelita Escamea, Justine Huff, Mary King,
Frederick Muscavitch, and Lily Noel were present. Patricia Moore was present via Microsoft Teams.
Dan Skenandore and Peter Skenandore were not present.
V.
A.
Oneida Community Library Board - Carmelita Escamea
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Dan Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Election Board Alternate - Justine Huff, Mary King, and Patricia Moore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Oneida Nation Arts Board - Frederick Muscavitch and Peter Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Oneida Police Department - Lily Noel
Sponsor: Richard Van Boxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission
MINUTES
A.
Approve the May 14, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:32:00)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the May 14, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
VI.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding nine (9) vacancies - Oneida Election Board
Alternates (00:32:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicants, to appoint Linda Langen and Ramona Salinas
to the Oneida Election Board Alternates with terms ending upon ratification of the 2025 Special
Election results, and to request the Secretary to re-notice the remaining vacancies, seconded by
Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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DRAFT
B.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Onʌyoteʔa·ká ni? i Standing
Committee (00:33:06)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint David Webster to the
Onʌyoteʔa·ká niʔi ni? i Standing Committee with a term ending December 31, 2027, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
C.
Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Southeastern Wisconsin
Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board (00:33:31)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant, to appoint Alicia Elm to the Southeastern
Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board with a term ending March 31, 2028, and to request
the Secretary to re-notice the remaining vacancies, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
VII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the May 7, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:34:05)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the May 7, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
VIII.
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - 2025 Teen Summit –
Wisconsin Dells, WI – February 26-28, 2025 (00:34:29)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel report from Councilman Marlon Skenandore for the
2025 Teen Summit in Wisconsin Dells, WI on February 26-28, 2025, seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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IX.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Treasurer Lawrence Barton - Native American Finance
Officers Association (NAFOA) Fall Conference - Portland, OR - September 20-24,
2025 (00:34:56)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve the travel request for Treasurer Lawrence Barton to attend the
Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) Fall Conference in Portland, OR on
September 20-24, 2025, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
B.
Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - Assembly Democratic
Campaign Fundraiser - Wisconsin Dells, WI - July 22-24, 2025 (00:35:23)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel request for Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend the
Assembly Democratic Campaign Fundraiser in Wisconsin Dells, WI - July 22-24, 2025, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilman Jonas Hill and one (1) additional
Business Committee member to attend the Assembly Democratic Campaign Fundraiser in Wisconsin
Dells, WI on July 22-24, 2025, seconded by Lawrence Barton, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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C.
Approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1. - fifteen (15)2 Oneida
Gaming Commission members, Compliance, Backgrounds & Surveillance staff Wisconsin's Office of Indian Gaming and Regulatory Compliance - July 30-August
1, 2025 (00:36:48)
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
For the record: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster stated I think we're in cost containment and I think
sending 18 people to a conference, I understand it's free and it's different departments, but I think it's a
little bit excessive and I would like to see people that have maybe not gone in the past attend. I have to
be accountable to GTC and I just can't with sending 18 people. I would be more comfortable with
sending 15 people. I just, I can't support the request. It’s just in my book, it's excessive and that can be
for the record. Thank you.
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1. for fifteen (15)
Oneida Gaming Commission members, Compliance, Backgrounds & Surveillance staff to attend the
Wisconsin's Office of Indian Gaming and Regulatory Compliance on July 30-August 1, 2025, seconded
by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
D.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
up to five (5) BC members to attend the Federal Budget Impact Lobbying Efforts in
Washington, D.C. on June 2-5, 2025 (00:51:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
up to five (5) BC members to attend the Federal Budget Impact Lobbying Efforts in Washington, D.C.
on June 2-5, 2025, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
X.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve OBC SOP entitled Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee Background Investigation of Community-at-Large Appointees (00:53:27)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve OBC SOP entitled Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee Background Investigation of Community-at-Large Appointees, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XII. was addressed next
2 Originally, “eighteen (18)” was in the cover memo and thus on the agenda; to clarify the request, a corrected cover
memo was submitted as handout and title of the item was corrected to “fifteen (15)”.
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XI.
REPORTS
A.
TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter report (01:15:08)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter report, the Oneida
ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter report, and the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd
quarter report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter report (01:15:08)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter report, the Oneida
ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter report, and the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd
quarter report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XI.A.4. was addressed next
3.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 2nd quarter report (01:13:27)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 2nd quarter
report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XI.A.1. was addressed next
4.
Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd quarter report
(01:15:08)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter report, the Oneida
ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter report, and the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd
quarter report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XIV. was addressed next
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XII.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Approve the notice and materials for the July 8, 2025, tentatively scheduled
special General Tribal Council meeting (00:53:40)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the notice and materials for the July 8, 2025, tentatively scheduled
special General Tribal Council meeting, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
B.
Approve the notice and materials for the July 20, 2025, tentatively scheduled semiannual General Tribal Council meeting (00:57:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Director of Government Administration
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the notice and materials for the July 20, 2025, tentatively
scheduled semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
C.
Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address petition # 2025-01
and petition # 2025-02 (01:01:51)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address petition #
2025-01 and petition # 2025-02 on Monday, August 25, 2025, at time 6:00 p.m., seconded by Jameson
Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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XIII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (01:04:34)
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance April and May 2025
reports (01:04:48)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance April and May
2025 reports, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve contract Government Policy Solutions, file # 2025-0484, seconded
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the recommendation to join the Coalition of Large Tribes and submit
the membership application, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.
Accept the General Manager report (01:05:43)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
3.
Accept the Treasurer's April 2025 report (01:05:56)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the Treasurer's April 2025 report, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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4.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter executive report
(01:06:12)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 2nd quarter executive report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
5.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter executive report
(01:06:27)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 2nd quarter executive report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
6.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2024 2nd quarter executive report
(01:06:43)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2024 2nd quarter executive
report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
7.
Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd quarter executive
report (01:07:04)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 2nd quarter executive
report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
8.
Accept the analyses of the FY-2025 2nd quarter reports for Tribally Chartered
Entities (01:07:24)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the analyses of the FY-2025 2nd quarter reports for Tribally
Chartered Entities, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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B.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Approve the FY-2024 Year End audited financial statements presented by RMS
US Auditors (01:07:44)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the FY-2024 Year End audited financial statements presented by
RMS US Auditors, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.
Accept the April 15, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes (01:08:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the April 15, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
3.
Accept the Blackjack Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (01:08:17)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Blackjack Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
4.
Accept the Four Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (01:08:31)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Four Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
5.
Accept the Mini Baccarat Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (01:08:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Mini Baccarat Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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6.
Accept the Roulette Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (01:09:06)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Roulette Rules of Play compliance audit and lift
the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
7.
Accept the Ultimate Texas Hold'em Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (01:09:21)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Ultimate Texas Hold'em Rules of Play compliance audit and
lift the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
C.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Review the updated Oneida Business Committee Compensation & Education
Credentials draft proposal (01:09:39)
Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the updated Oneida Business Committee
Compensation & Education Credentials draft proposal, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.
Accept the discussion regarding the draft amendment to BC resolution # 11-1324-L as information (01:10:04)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the draft amendment to BC resolution # 1113-24-L as information, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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3.
Discuss proposed revisions to OBC SOP entitled Pardon and Forgiveness
Screening Committee - Background Investigation of Community-at-Large
Appointees (01:10:24)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion of the proposed revisions to OBC SOP entitled Pardon
and Forgiveness Screening Committee - Background Investigation of Community-at-Large Appointees,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
4.
Accept the April 3, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes (01:10:45)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the April 3, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
5.
Accept the May 7, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes (01:10:59)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the May 7, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
6.
Review applications for nine (9) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Alternates
(01:11:13)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion regarding the applications for the Oneida Election
Board Alternates vacancies as information, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
7.
Review applications for one (1) vacancy - Onʌyoteʔa·ká ni? i Standing
Committee (01:11:31)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion regarding the applications for the Onʌyoteʔa·ká
ni? i Standing Committee vacancy as information, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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8.
Review application for four (4) vacancies - Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida
Tribal Services Advisory Board (01:11:59)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding applications for the Southeastern Wisconsin
Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board vacancies as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
9.
Defer the review of the application for one (1) vacancy on the Pardon
Forgiveness Screening Committee to the June 11, 2025, regular Business
Committee meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the review of the application for one (1) vacancy on the Pardon
Forgiveness Screening Committee to the June 11, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XI.A.3. was addressed next
XIV.
ADJOURN (01:15:41)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn at 9:46 a.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation School Board
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Amber Martinez, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
June 2, 2025
RE:
Post one (1) vacancy – Oneida Nation School Board
Background
There is a vacancy on the Oneida Nation School Board that needs to be posted. The vacancy
is due to the resignation of Melissa Skenandore which went into effect on May 12, 2025. The
vacancy is for term ending July 31, 2027.
According to the Oneida Nation School Board bylaws section 1-5.c.2.
“Unexpired Terms. Vacancies that occur before the end of a term shall be filled by
appointment of the Oneida Business Committee pursuant to the Boards, Committees
and Commissions law.”
Action requested:
Post one (1) vacancy for the Oneida Nation School Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
05/14/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Amber Martinez, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
AMARTIN3
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
March 18, 2025
RE:
Appointment(s) – Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
Background
One (1) vacancy was posted for the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee. The
vacancy is to complete a term ending August 31, 2026.
The vacancy has been posted since July 2, 2023. The latest application deadline was March
7, 2025, and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):
Lori Elm
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending August 31, 2026, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
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Accept the May 15, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 05/15/25 & E-Poll
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: All areas that require FC
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
approval
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 01/07/2025
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Larry Barton, Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF MAY 15, 2025
DATE:
05/15/25
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of May 15, 2025. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out
today and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a Ma jo rit y of 4 F C m em b e r s vo t i n g t o ap p ro v e t h e M a y 1 5, 20 2 5,
Fin an ce Com mit t e e Me et ing Mi nut es . F C M em be r s vo t ing inc lud ed:
RaL ind a Nin ha m- L am be ri e s, S ar ah W hit e, Je nnif e r W eb st e r , a n d Lou is e
Co rne li u s .
These Finance Committee Minutes of May 15, 2025, will be placed on the next Finance
Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all Minutes of
the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC acceptance.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4491
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
MAY 15, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Louise Cornelius, GGM
RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM-Finance Casino Hotel, Lisa Liggins, BC
Secretary, and Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT : Craig Clausen, Kevin Rentmeester, Cory Habeck, Dennis Reckelberg,
Ashley Wright, Joel McKinisky, James Petitjean, Heather Ohuafi, Mary Wasurick, Ryan
Raduechel, Josie Skenandore, Andrew Doxtater, Lambert Metoxen, Jessalyn Harvath, Carl
Artman, Nicole Rommel, Dana McLester, David Emerson, David Jordan, Sarah Miller, and Ashley
Blaker.
I.
CALL TO ORDER:
The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:27 A.M.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MAY 15, 2025
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the May 15, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: APRIL 10, 2025 (Approved via E-Poll on 4/10/25)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on April 10, 2025,
approving the April 10, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Sarah
White. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
SPECIAL FC E-POLL:
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1. De Groot, Inc. – Ridgeland Comm. Water System Improvements Amount: $349,687.76
Requester: Paul Truttmann, Engineering (Approved via E-Poll on 04/17/25)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the special FC E-Poll action taken on April
17, 2025, approving the De Groot, Inc. – Ridgeland Community Water System
Improvements in the amount of $349,687.76. Seconded by Sarah White with a request
to have the signed COP included in the backup. Motion carried unanimously.
V.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Tweet-Garot – Task Order #12 – AHU-A Unit Replace
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Amount: $381,130.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve Tweet-Garot – Task Order #12 – AHU-A Unit Replace
in the amount of $381,130.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Faith Technologies – Task Order #2 – Generator Maint/Repairs Amount: $138,930.00
Craig Clausen, DPW – Facilities
Motion by Sarah White to approve Faith Technologies – Task Order #2 – Generator
Maint/Repairs in the amount of $138,930.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried unanimously.
3. EnergiTech Services – Install FlexPay Kits at Packerland One-Stop Amount: $98,205.00
Brian Smith & James Petitjean, Retail
$100,169.10
Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve EnergiTech Services – Install FlexPay
Kits at Packerland One-Stop to include the 2% tariffs increase which changes the amount
to $100,169.10. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
VI.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Green Bay Packers Contract Year 5 of 5
Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing
Amount: $3,427,410.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Green Bay Packers Contract Year 5 of 5 in the
amount of $3,427,410.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Gemco Medical
Jamie Willis, Comp Health
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Amount: $60,000.00
Total PO: $110,000.00
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Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Gemco Medical in the
amount of $60,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
3. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Management/Incentive Fee
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Amount: $300,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Management/Incentive
Fee in the amount of $300,000.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Casino Cash Trac
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $4,473.00
Total PO: $203,241.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Casino Cash Trac in the
amount of $4,473.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. Synercomm – Oneida Nation Network Diagram
Shane Hill – DTS
Amount: $68,040.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Synercomm – Oneida Nation Network Diagram
in the amount of $68,040.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.
6. Data Financial – Table Game Chips
Andrew Doxtater, Gaming – Accounting
Amount: $66,932.17
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Data Financial – Table Game Chips in the amount
of $66,932.17. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
7. FY25 Blkt PO – Aimbridge/Oneida Hotel Promotions
Ron Wurth, Gaming – Marketing
Amount: $800,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO – Aimbridge/Oneida Hotel
Promotions in the amount of $800,000.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion
carried unanimously.
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8. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Oneida Const. Services – Emerg. Proj.
Nicole Rommel, EHSLA
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Amount: $100,000.00
Total PO: $145,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Oneida Construction
Services – Emergency Projects in the amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Louise
Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
9. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Contract Const. Services – Emerg. Proj. Amount: $100,000.00
Nicole Rommel, EHSLA
Total PO: $145,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Contract Construction
Services – Emergency Projects in the amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White.
Motion carried unanimously.
10. Amerind Risk Mgmt Corp. – Insurance for Housing Rental Units Amount: $125,000.00
Dana McLester, CHD
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Amerind Risk Management Corp. – Insurance for
Housing Rental Units in the amount of $125,000.00, noting the reconciliation of the
specified amount will change upon receiving the invoice. Seconded by RaLinda NinhamLamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
11. Aimbridge Hospitality, LLC Contract Obligations
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin
Amount: $600,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve Aimbridge Hospitality, LLC Contract
Obligations in the amount of $600,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried.
Subsequent motion by Jennifer Webster to request counsel to report back the status of
that bank account at Wisconsin Bank and Trust both to the Treasurer and the CFO
amongst the Finance Committee. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.
VII.
ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
REPORT:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – May 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
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Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for May 2025.
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Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
X. FOLLOW UP: None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. IGT – Payment Term Update for Main - $65 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only IGT – Payment Term Update for
Main - $65 Per Day For Information Only. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. AGS – Blanket PO Increase
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only AGS – Blanket PO Increase For
Information Only. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
XII. ADJOURN: Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to adjourn. Seconded by Louise
Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:17 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:
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Accept the May 29, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 05/29/25 & E-Poll
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: All areas that require FC
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
approval
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Larry Barton, Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF APRIL 10, 2025
DATE:
05/29/25
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of May 29, 2025. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out
today and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a Ma jo rit y of 4 F C m em b e r s vo t i n g t o ap p ro v e t h e M a y 2 9, 20 2 5,
Fin an ce C om mit t e e M eet ing Mi nut es . FC M emb e rs vot ing i nc lud ed: J on as
Hil l, R aL ind a N inh am - L am b e r ie s, S ar ah W hit e, an d L o u i s e Co r n el iu s.
These Finance Committee Minutes of May 29, 2025, will be placed on the next Finance
Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all Minutes of
the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC acceptance.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4491
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
MAY 29, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
Louise Cornelius, GGM
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member, Lisa Liggins, BC
Secretary, and Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel
OTHERS PRESENT : Debbie Gerondale, Steve Schauer, James Petitjean, Louis Cottrell, David
Emerson, David Jordan, Sarah Miller, and Ashley Blaker.
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC
Chair at 8:25 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MAY 29, 2025
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the May 29, 2025, Finance Committee
Meeting Agenda noting the two add‐ons. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: MAY 15, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 05/15/25)
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on May
15, 2025, approving the May 15, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES: None
V.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Championship Window Cleaning ‐ Services
James Petitjean, Retail
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Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to defer back to the requester to update the
request with correct information for Championship Window Cleaning – Services in the
amount of $59,400.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Hologic Inc. – Service Agreement Renewal
Debbie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $99,979.38
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve Hologic Inc. – Service Agreement
Renewal in the amount of $99,979.38. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Visualutions
Debbie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $25,000.00
Total PO: $64,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Visualutions
in the amount of $25,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
4. ADD‐ON: Shawn’s Pro Wash Solutions LLC – Power Wash
James Petitjean, Retail
Amount: $153,675.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Shawn’s Pro Wash Solutions LLC – Power Wash in the
amount of $153,675.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
5. ADD‐ON: Pride Performance LLC – Landscaping Services
James Petitjean, Retail
Amount: $60,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Pride Performance LLC – Landscaping Services in the
amount of $60,000.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
VI. DONATION:
REPORT:
1. FC Donation Report – April & May 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the FC Donation Report for April and May 2025.
Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):
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1. Freedom House Ministries – Donation
Requester: Jenna Robbins, Director of Engagement
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Freedom House Ministries – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Sarah White.
Motion carried unanimously.
2. Street Angels, Inc. – Donation
Requester: Marni King, Board of Directors Member
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Street Angels, Inc. – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐
Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Holy Apostles Church – Donation
Requester: Judy Skenandore, Office Admin
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Holy Apostles Church – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Louise Cornelius.
Motion carried unanimously.
4. The Bellin Health Foundation Inc. – Sponsorship
Requester: Chera Greene, Committee Member
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to defer the request back to the requester for additional information
for the request from The Bellin Health Foundation Inc. – Sponsorship in the amount of
$3,000. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously. Subsequent motion by
Jonas Hill to request the requester to provide clarification on what they do specifically for
the Oneida Community regarding suicide prevention and provide documentation or come
speak at the next FC meeting for Donations. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.
VII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
IX. FOLLOW UP: None
X. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
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1. LNW – (8) Lease Games – $65 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming‐Slots
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept as information only LNW – (8) Lease Games – $65 Per Day
For Information Only. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
XI. ADJOURN: Motion by Jonas Hill to adjourn. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 9:02 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:
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Accept the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - 2025 Self Governance Conference - Chandler,...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Approve travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the 2025 Tribal Self
Governance Conference April 5-11, 2025 in Chandler Arizona.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other:
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☒ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☒ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Primary Requestor:
Fawn Cottrell, Executive Assistant to Councilman Wilson
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B USINESS C OMMITTEE
T RAVEL R EPORT
Travel Report for:
Travel Event:
Jameson Wilson
Enter name(s) of other
Travelers OR [SPACE BAR] to
delete
Enter name(s) of other
Travelers OR [SPACE BAR] to
delete
Enter name(s) of other
Travelers OR [SPACE BAR] to
delete
2025 Tribal Self-Governance Conference
Travel Location:
Chandler, Arizona
Departure Date:
04/05/2025
Return Date:
04/11/2025
Projected Cost:
$ 4,174.50
Actual Cost:
$ 3,395.25
Date Travel was Approved by OBC:
08/28/2024
Narrative/Background:
This year the 2025 Tribal Self-Governance Conference celebrated the 50th anniversary
of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. The ISDEAA seeks to
strengthen tribal governments by emphasizing tribal administration of federal Indian
programs and associated funds. It accomplishes its objectives by allowing tribal
governments to step into the shoes of federal agencies, take over existing federal
funding, and deliver programs and services based on tribal priorities. The federal
policy of self-determination and self-governance in general, and the ISDEAA in
particular, has played a critical role in strengthening tribal governments and
communities over the past 50 years. The role of the ISDEAA and related statutes can
be expected to grow as tribes continue to expand their exercise of sovereignty and
self-governance.
The Tribal Self-Governance Conference provided a robust variety of sessions. Here are
my highlights of the conference:
1. Providing testimony alongside Chairman Hill at the USDA FDPIR Tribal Leader
Consultation in support of permanent expansion of the Food Distribution SelfDetermination Demonstration Project. Through this pilot project, Oneida
Nation and other tribes incorporate local, Indigenous foods into our food
packages, providing our community with higher-quality options including bison,
beef, and apples from Oneida Nation Farms, fish from Red Cliff Band of Lake
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Superior Chippewa, and wild rice from Red Lake Nation in Minnesota. This
project supports local producers, builds capacity of our regional Indigenous
food systems, all while providing healthy foods to our communities.
2. The Tribal Delegation Meeting with the Indian Health Service. Oneida Nation
held a tribal delegation meeting with Indian Health Service (IHS) Acting
Director Ben Smith and IHS senior leadership. Chairman Hill, Treasurer Larry
Barton, Councilwoman Jennifer Webster and I, along with the Oneida
Comprehensive Health Division Executive Team discussed the Nation’s
healthcare priorities, including protecting tribal healthcare programs and
resources, increasing access to care, and support for preventative and longterm care.
3. Community Led Sovereignty Model Session. This session explored how
communities can assert community led sovereignty to shape self-determined
futures. In an aligned process, the community vision informs community goals.
The data indicates the baseline in relation to the goals. One common
misalignment is looking to external funders, who want to support positive
outcomes but have their own priorities in data and programming. The
presenters stressed the importance of maintaining a connection with
community vision and community goals. They further explained how
implementation actions including alignment to goals, identifying gaps,
restructuring and reprioritizing, creating processes of reporting and
accountability, new growth, new policy, new direction can have a direct
impact of increased sovereignty, self-definition of priorities and strengths
(versus need), accountability, trust building, leadership development, and
restructuring of organizations into more culturally appropriate system.
4. Artificial Intelligence in Tribal Communities Session. This session focused on
how tribal nations can safely use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to preserve native
languages and protect their data. Native languages are endangered of
becoming extinct. Newly developed Indigenous Voice AI Language systems
allow for the creation of a fully fluent computer based on a native speaker. AI
language models can translate all internet content and media into a Native
language and enable Indigenous people to participate fully in their Native
Language - dramatically increasing Native language usage. This use of
technology for language preservation is controversial throughout Indian
Country. The presenters also led discussion on why tribal nations need to focus
on Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Broadband connectivity, and Data Sovereignty.
Strong Data Sovereignty ensures that tribal nations maintain the right to
manage and govern their data according to their own laws and customs rather
than controlled by federal, state governments, or private corporations.
Note: All expenses were funded out of Self-Governance.
Item(s) Requiring Attention:
No items at this time.
Requested Action:
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Approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the 2025 Tribal Self
Governance Conference in Chandler, Arizona – April 5-11, 2025.
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Accept the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - Region 5 Tribal Operations Committee Meeting -
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Approve travel report for Councilman Jameson Wilson for the Region 5 Tribal
Operations Committee Meeting, April 29-30, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☒ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☒ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Primary Requestor:
Fawn Cottrell, Executive Assistant to Councilman Wilson
Revised: 01/07/2025
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B USINESS C OMMITTEE
T RAVEL R EPORT
Travel Report for:
Travel Event:
Jameson Wilson
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Travelers OR [SPACE BAR] to
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Region 5 Tribal Operations Committee Meeting
Travel Location:
Chicago, IL
Departure Date:
04/29/2025
Return Date:
04/30/2025
Projected Cost:
547.39
Actual Cost:
547.39
Date Travel was Approved by OBC:
04/23/2025
Narrative/Background:
Councilman Jameson Wilson was requested to attend the Region 5 Tribal Operations
Committee (RTOC) Meeting, April 30, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. There was an
opportunity to meet the newly appointed Region 5 Administrator, Anne Vogel, and
participate in discussions on how the Tribal Nations can partner and collaborate on
environmental activities with the Tribal and International Affairs Staff from
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). During this meeting, regional tribal leaders
were introduced to the new 5 Pillars from EPA’s Powering the Great American
Comeback Initiative. During this session, RTOC members considered the 5 Pillars
through a Great Lakes regional lens. The five Pillars are:
• Pillar 1: Clean Air, Land, and Water for Every American
• Pillar 2: Restore American Energy Dominance
• Pillar 3: Permitting Reform Cooperative Federalism, and Cross-Agency
Partnership
• Pillar 4: Make the United States the AI capital of the world
• Pillar 5 Protecting and Bringing American Auto Jobs
It was communicated that these efforts must include recognizing the unique
challengers that Tribes face in protecting its resources, including lack of
infrastructure, toxic and mining wastes, water contamination, and impacts to Tribal
foods. Participating in these Region 5 Tribal Operations Committee (RTOC) Meetings
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are imperative as it is the only pathway of communication between Tribal Nations and
the Environmental Protection Agency.
Item(s) Requiring Attention:
None
Requested Action:
Approve Councilman Jameson Wilson travel report from the Region 5 Tribal
Operations Committee (RTOC) Meeting on April 29 – 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
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Region 5 Tribal Operations Committee (RTOC) Meeting
April 30 – May 1, 2025
Hosted by U.S. EPA Region 5
77 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL
12th Floor, Lake Michigan Room
Click to join on your device.
Call In: (312) 667-5632; PIN: 871 179 785#
Agenda Overview (all Central Daylight Time)
Wednesday, April 30th
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
RTOC meeting – Session 1
Break for Lunch
RTOC meeting – Session 2
Optional Site Visit
Thursday, May 1st
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
1:00pm – 3:00 pm
3:00 pm
RTOC meeting – Session 3
Break for Lunch
RTOC meeting – Session 4
Dismissal
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
RTOC Morning Session: 8:30 am to 12:00 pm CDT
Opening and Introductions
Anne Vogel, RTOC Co-Chair, EPA Regional Administrator
Brandy Toft, RTOC Co-Chair, Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe (LLBO)
Relationship Building Exercise: “Intentional Conversations”
Jen Tyler, EPA Tribal and International Affairs (TIA)
RTOC Administrative Business
Jen Tyler, EPA TIA
Cheryl Newton, EPA Office of the Regional Administrator
Overview: Approval of fall 2024 RTOC meeting summary, run-through of spring 2024 RTOC Agenda, and
review of Action Item Matrix.
Conversation with the Office of International and Tribal Affairs (OITA)
Victoria Tran, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator, OITA
Overview: In February, Victoria Tran joined the Office of International and Tribal Affairs as Principal Deputy
Assistant Administrator. This is an opportunity to learn about early visions and priorities for the Office and get
an update on national activities.
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Session Goals: (1) To arrive at a common understanding of OITA activities nationally and related to the Upper
Midwest. (2) Foster connections among OITA, EPA’s American Indian Environmental Office (AIEO), Regional
Tribal Caucus (RTC), and R5’s leadership team.
Session Questions: (1) What are OITA’s priorities for Tribal work? (2) How has/or will OITA take Tribal input
into consideration for actions or decisions? (3) How will OITA and Region 5 divisions communicate and partner
to serve Tribes in the Great Lakes region?
RTOC Initial Conversation on the Five Pillars
Co-Facilitators: REQUEST FOR OITA speaker; Brandy Toft, RTOC Co-Chair
Overview: On April 3, 2025, the National Tribal Caucus shared their “Recommendations Regarding the Five
Pillars of EPA’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative” to EPA Administrator Zeldin. Through this
session, RTOC members will consider the 5 Pillars through a Great Lakes regional lens. We will begin with an
introduction to the Pillars from OITA, and then open the floor for questions and considerations from the RTC.
Session Goals: (1) For EPA to provide additional information for the RTC to consider on the Pillars. (2) For
Tribes to raise initial points for EPA’s consideration. (3) For Tribes to gain a fuller understanding of the Pillars to
share with the Tribes they represent.
Session Questions: (1) What additional information does the RTC need to understand the Pillars and align EPA
funded work with them? (2) How does Tribal environmental work in R5 tie to the 5 pillars? (3) What are some
next steps to focus work along these priorities?
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
RTOC Afternoon Session: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm CDT
National Tribal Operations Committee (NTOC) Reports
Mark Parrish, Council Member, Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
April McCormick, Secretary-Treasurer, Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Sally Kniffen, Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
Overview: This is an invitation for Region 5 representatives to the National Tribal Caucus to provide a report on
recent NTOC activities, coordinate with the RTOC to prepare for upcoming NTOC projects and meetings, and
identify topics of interest to raise at the national level.
Legal Summary from EPA
Bob Kaplan, Office of Regional Counsel
Overview: EPA Region 5 Office of Regional Counsel will provide an overview and update of recent court cases,
regulations, or policies with potential actions or interest to EPA or Tribal Governments. Following the updates,
there will be time available for questions.
Review of Day 1 Action Items and Wrap-up
Optional Site Visit to the Chicago American Indian Center: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm CDT
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
06/11/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☒ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☒ Budgeted
☐ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
LLIGGINS
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Business Committee Agenda Request – Cover Memo
From:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Date:
June 3, 2025
RE:
26th Annual TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow
PURPOSE
BC approval for travel requests by members of the BC is required per section 219.4-1. of the
Travel and Expense Policy law.
BACKGROUND
The TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow focuses on government, gaming and health technology
and provides learning and networking opportunities. It offers different tracks including:
AI’s Revolution
Cybersecurity
General Technology
Leadership & Management
Tribal Gaming & Hospitality Technology
Tribal Government Technology
Tribal Health Information Management
At this time, two staffers from the Government Administrative Office will be attending as well. I
plan to attend with a focus on the Leadership & Management track offerings.
REQUESTED ACTION
Approve the travel request for Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend the 26th Annual TribalNet
Conference & Tradeshow in Reno, NV - September 14-19, 2025
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ONEIDA NATION
TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION REQUEST
General Travel Information
Lisa Liggins
Name of Traveler
Legal name as it appears on Travelers Driver’s License or State ID, no nicknames
Employee Number
Reno, NV
Destination City
Departure date
09/14/2025
Purpose of travel
TribalNet 2025
Return date
09/19/2025
Charged GL Account 001-4272000-004-701000-000
GSA (General Services Administration) Rates are linked on SharePoint under Employee Resources
Per Diem rate per day (meals)
$ 80.00
Cost Estimate Information
Personal Automobile Mileage Expenses
Total miles
Multiply by the Mileage rate
Description
Rate
Factor
Days
Per Diem for initial travel date
0.75
$ 80.00
1
Per Diem full day at destination
1.00
$ 80.00
2.15
Per Diem for return travel GDWH
0.75
$ 80.00
1
Included meals total
Miscellaneous expenses: taxi,
parking, fees, etc.
Sub-Total = Travel Advance
Lodging including room, taxes, fees,
and hotel parking
Airfare
Luggage Fees
Car Rental
Registration
Allowable price adjustment
Total Cost Estimate
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$ 875.00
$ 800.00
$ 80.00
$ 80.00
$ 995.00
$ 500.00
$ 3,330.00
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Sub-Total = Virtual Card
$ 3,622.00
I understand this advance will be deducted from my claim for reimbursement of actual travel expenses.
I also understand that if this advance in not cleared within 10 calendar days after my travel return date,
the Nation has the authority to withhold any advanced funds from future wages.
Signatures / Approvals
Signature
Date
Traveler
Department Sign-off
Send all travel related items to &HQWUDO$FFRXQWLQJB7UDYHO#RQHLGDQDWLRQRUJ
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26th Annual TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow
Time
Session
Sunday, September 14, 2025
7:00am to
7:00am
PDT
7:30am to
8:45am
PDT
9:00am to
9:00am
Track
Shuttle to Tribal-ISAC Golf Outing
Golf Outing
Grand Sierra Hotel
Lobby
Purchased
Golf Pass
Required
Golf Outing
The Club at Arrow
Creek -The
Challenge Course
Purchased
Golf Pass
Required
Golf Outing
The Club at Arrow
Creek -The
Challenge Course
Purchased
Golf Pass
Required
Golf Outing
The Club at Arrow
Creek -The
Challenge Course
Purchased
Golf Pass
Required
Separate ticket must be purchased in order to participate! visit
tribalisac.org for more info- Grab a water or cocee on behalf of our
sponsor to get you ready for the day and hop on our shuttle for a
free ride to the course!
Player Check-In and Welcome Party Time
Grab your breakfast sandwich and help yourself to bloody marys
and mimosas! Try your hand at the putting contest and don't forget
to buy your rage tickets!
Shotgun Start
4-person scramble format, club rentals available for purchase
PDT
Lunch, Awards and Prizes
Stick around for this fun gathering!
Access
Note: Travel Day - not participating in events
PDT
1:30pm to
2:30pm
Location
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
3:00pm to
3:00pm
Shuttle TO Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise from Golf
Boat Cruise
Course Main
Entrance
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
Boat Cruise
Grand Sierra Bus
Entrance
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
Golf Outing
Course Main
Entrance
Purchased
Golf Pass
Required
Boat Cruise
760 US-50, Zephyr
Cove, NV 89488
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
Boat Cruise
760 US-50, Zephyr
Cove, NV 89488
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
PDT
If you are continuing the fun from today's Tribal-ISAC golf outing
and joining us to cruise Lake Tahoe on the M.S. Dixie, don't miss
your ride! A ticket for the TribalNet Boat Cruise must be purchased
separately and through TribalHub. Ticket is required for entry into
the boat cruise event- more information and ticket pricing available
starting 6/15/2025.
3:00pm to
3:00pm
Shuttle TO Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise from Grand Sierra
Resort
PDT
Kick oc your conference week on a beautiful cruise around Lake
Tahoe on the M.S. Dixie. Don't miss your ride! A ticket for the
TribalNet Boat Cruise must be purchased separately and through
TribalHub. Ticket is required for entry into the boat cruise eventmore information and ticket pricing available starting 6/15/2025.
3:00pm to
3:00pm
Shuttle BACK TO Hotel from Golf
PDT
If you didn't purchase a ticket to continue the fun onto the boat
cruise after golf, don't miss your ride back to Grand Sierra Resort!
4:00pm to
4:45pm
TribalNet's Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise- BOARDING the
M.S. Dixie
PDT
Boarding will begin to cruise Lake Tahoe! Don't miss the boat! A
ticket for the TribalNet Boat Cruise must be purchased separately
and through TribalHub. Ticket is required for entry into the boat
cruise event- more information and ticket pricing available starting
6/15/2025.
5:00pm to
5:00pm
TribalNet's Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise- DEPARTING DOCK
PDT
Dont be late, we will be departing the dock at 5:00 PM sharp. A
ticket for the TribalNet Boat Cruise must be purchased separately
and through TribalHub. Ticket is required for entry into the boat
cruise event- more information and ticket pricing available starting
6/15/2025.
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
5:00pm to
7:00pm
TribalNet's Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise- Fun, Food and
Drinks
Boat Cruise
760 US-50, Zephyr
Cove, NV 89488
PDT
Enjoy the view from the M.S Dixie as we cruise Lake Tahoe! An
incredible way to kick oc the conference week. A sunset cruise,
appetizers, drinks, music, beautiful scenery and lasting connections
and memories to be made this night. A ticket for the TribalNet Boat
Cruise must be purchased separately and through TribalHub. Ticket
is required for entry into the boat cruise event- more information
and ticket pricing available starting 6/15/2025.
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
7:00pm to
7:00pm
TribalNet's Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise- RETURN TO DOCK
Boat Cruise
760 US-50, Zephyr
Cove, NV 89488
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
Boat Cruise
760 US-50, Zephyr
Cove, NV 89488
Purchased
Cruise Ticket
Required
Meals
Reno
Green & Blue
Grand Salon
TribalHub
Members- N/A
for associate
members
Grand Salon
ALL
PDT
7:00pm to
7:15pm
Back to shore! Returning to the dock at 7:00, shuttle departure
immediately to follow and will depart on time.
Shuttle BACK TO Grand Sierra Resort
Don't miss your shuttle back to Grand Sierra! Will depart on time.
PDT
Monday, September 15, 2025
7:00am to
9:00am
Sponsored Breakfast
Grab breakfast on behalf of our sponsor!
PDT
7:00am to
3:00pm
TribalHub Members-Only VIP Welcome Lounge (*tribal
gov't/enterprise members only)
PDT
We love our TribalHub Members! Come enjoy refreshments and
grab your Welcome Gift!
7:00am to
3:30pm
Registration/Check-In
PDT
Come see the TribalNet team to pick up your badge and all your
conference materials to get you set for the week!
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Time
Session
7:00am to
4:00pm
Tradeshow Setup ONLY - Time Subject to Change
Track
Location
Access
Summit
Pavilion/Tahoe
Blue & Red
Exhibitors ONLY- SETUP Begins
TribalNet Welcome and Conference Kick Ob
Reno
Green & Blue
General Technology
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
AI’s Revolution
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Tribal Gaming &
Hospitality
Technology
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
Leadership &
Management
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Grand Salon
Green & Blue
PDT
9:00am to
9:30am
TribalNet Conference MC, Chad Dixson kicks oc TribalNet 2025
PDT
9:45am to
10:45am
PDT
9:45am to
10:45am
PDT
9:45am to
10:45am
PDT
9:45am to
10:45am
PDT
10:45am to
11:00am
PDT
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Break Sponsored by Comcast
Thank you to our break sponsors for helping us all re-fuel!
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
11:00am to
12:00pm
Breakout Session
Tribal Government
Technology
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
AI’s Revolution
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Tribal Health
Information
Management
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
Tribal Gaming &
Hospitality
Technology
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Meals
Reno
Green & Blue
Cybersecurity
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
Leadership &
Management
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
PDT
11:00am to
12:00pm
PDT
11:00am to
12:00pm
PDT
11:00am to
12:00pm
PDT
12:00pm to
1:15pm
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Lunch Sponsored by Lenovo
Thank you to our lunch sponsor!
PDT
1:30pm to
2:30pm
PDT
1:30pm to
2:30pm
PDT
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
1:30pm to
2:30pm
Breakout Session
Tribal Health
Information
Management
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
General Technology
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Grand Salon
Green & Blue
General Technology
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
AI’s Revolution
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Tribal Gaming &
Hospitality
Technology
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
Tribal Government
Technology
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
PDT
1:30pm to
2:30pm
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
PDT
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
2:30pm to
2:45pm
Break Sponsored by LogicMonitor & EyeP Solutions,
Inc.
PDT
Thank you to our break sponsors for helping us all re-fuel!
2:45pm to
3:45pm
Breakout Session
PDT
2:45pm to
3:45pm
PDT
2:45pm to
3:45pm
PDT
2:45pm to
3:45pm
PDT
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
4:15pm to
5:00pm
VIP ACCESS! TribalHub Members-Only Early Access to
Meet & Greet Event
Networking
Onsite- Grand
Sierra Pool Deck
PDT
Members get more and this is no exception!
Green OR
Purchased
Ticket
5:00pm to
7:00pm
TribalNet Exclusive Meet & Greet Event
Networking
Onsite- Grand
Sierra Pool Deck
Green OR
Purchased
Ticket
Meals
Reno
Green & Blue
Grand Salon
ALL
Reno
ALL
Summit
Pavilion/Tahoe
Blue & Red
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
PDT
Conversation, cocktails, and entertainment- you won't want to miss
this!
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
7:00am to
8:15am
Breakfast Sponsored by Veeam
Fuel up and get yourself ready for a great day ahead!
PDT
7:00am to
3:30pm
PDT
8:00am to
9:15am
Registration/Check-In/Badge Pickup
Come see the TribalNet team to pick up your badge and all your
conference materials to get you set for the week!
MC's Morning Kick Ob and Keynote Session
Keynote
Stay with us after breakfast to hear from our opening keynote!
PDT
8:00am to
1:30pm
Tradeshow Setup ONLY
Sponsors can begin booth setup before tradeshow ofcially opens!
PDT
9:30am to
10:30am
PDT
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Cybersecurity
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
9:30am to
10:30am
Breakout Session
General Technology
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Leadership &
Management
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
Tribal Gaming &
Hospitality
Technology
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Grand Salon
Green & Blue
Cybersecurity
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
AI’s Revolution
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Tribal Government
Technology
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
PDT
9:30am to
10:30am
PDT
9:30am to
10:30am
PDT
10:30am to
10:45am
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Break Sponsored by Softdocs & NRI
Thank you to our break sponsors for helping us all re-fuel!
PDT
10:45am to
11:45am
PDT
10:45am to
11:45am
PDT
10:45am to
11:45am
PDT
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Breakout Session
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
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Time
Session
Track
Location
Access
10:45am to
11:45am
Breakout Session
Tribal Gaming &
Hospitality
Technology
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Meals
Reno
Green & Blue
General Technology
Carson 1-2
Green & Blue
Cybersecurity
Carson 3-4
Green & Blue
Leadership &
Management
Crystal 1-2
Green & Blue
Tribal Health
Information
Management
Crystal 3-4
Green & Blue
Summit Pavilion
Entrance
ALL
PDT
11:45am to
1:00pm
Don’t miss out on this breakout session! While the dnal details are
still being condrmed, expect a thought-provoking session featuring
industry experts, emerging trends, and practical insights
Lunch Sponsored by Arctic IT
Thank you to our lunch sponsor!
PDT
1:00pm to
1:50pm
PDT
1:00pm to
1:50pm
PDT
1:00pm to
1:50pm
PDT
1:00pm to
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Accept the final status update report regarding veteran gravestones
Business Committee Agenda Request
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06/11/25
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6. Supporting Documents:
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Mark W. Powless Digitally
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General Manager
909 Packerland Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54303
920-496-7000
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Date:
June 5, 2025
Re:
Status Update: Veteran Gravestones
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide an update regarding the replacement of
damaged veteran gravestones (gravestones provided by the Veterans Administration.)
Background
During the April 24, 2024, the following request was reviewed by the Oneida Business
Committee
during their Regular BC Meeting:
Request
Approximately 260 graves; all do not need to be cleaned and reset. Episcopal, Methodist,
Church of Christ Cemetery (E&EE), and all other applicable cemeteries in Oneida.
The Nation can apply/received money from Veteran’s Affairs & State to apply for to power wash
and reset the headstones.
Action
BC to direct the appropriate departments such as Veterans, IGA, and Grants to research and
find the funding to refurbish and reconstruct the headstones for the Civil War and WWI
Veterans
and to come back with an updated report to the October 9, 2024, BC meeting.
A recommendation was brought forward at the October 9, 2024 Regular Meeting stating:
Resetting/Replacing Veteran gravestones is recommended. Prior to any action being taken a 6month notice will be provided in the Kalihwisaks. The cost to install can be absorbed within
existing
budgets. Replacement will be accomplished during the summer/fall of 2025.
Update
BC Resolution 03-26-25-E, Fiscal Year 2025 Cost Savings Tools – Budget Contingency Tier 1
placed limitations on Nation spending. Included in the resolution is the following excerpt:
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3. In the context of an uncertain fiscal future at this time, management will review and restrict
all discretionary spending to those expenses that are deemed necessary to maintaining
operations. Expenses will not be restricted if doing so would result in further negative financial
repercussions. Direct reports may implement additional review processes to govern their areas
as they deem necessary to aid in restricting expenses.
Replacement of Veteran gravestones is an important community project but has been paused
at this time as part of cost savings efforts. Additionally, $5,000 has been included in the initial
draft FY2026 budget for Veteran Services to pay for the setting of gravestones.
This project will resume once the Nation is in a better fiscal position to do so.
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General Manager
909 Packerland Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54303
920-496-7000
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Date:
October 1, 2024
Re:
Veteran Gravestones
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a response to a request from Tribal member, Nancy
Barton, regarding Oneida Nation Veteran Gravestones.
During the April 24, 2024, the following request was reviewed by the Oneida Business Committee
during their Regular BC Meeting:
Request
Approximately 260 graves; all do not need to be cleaned and reset. Episcopal, Methodist,
Church of Christ Cemetery (E&EE), and all other applicable cemeteries in Oneida.
The Nation can apply/received money from Veteran’s Affairs & State to apply for to power wash
and reset the headstones.
Action
BC to direct the appropriate departments such as Veterans, IGA, and Grants to research and
find the funding to refurbish and reconstruct the headstones for the Civil War and WWI Veterans
and to come back with an updated report to the October 9, 2024, BC meeting.
Response
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oneida Veteran’s Department conducted an inventory of Veteran
graves at local cemeteries. The following totals were recorded:
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Cleaning
Per the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA):
The goal of cleaning is to remove air pollution soiling, lichen, bird droppings, dirt, salts, and sap — it is
NOT to make the headstone or marker look "like new." Improper or unnecessary cleaning can
accelerate the deterioration of marble and granite; pre-1970s bronze was not sealed and will have a
blue-green patina that will not be removed by cleaning.
VA prohibits the general public from power washing Government-furnished headstones and markers
due to the damage it may cause to historical headstones.
Even gentle cleaning is not recommended for headstones and markers exhibiting severe surface erosion
or cracks, especially older stones.
(Source: https://www.cem.va.gov/hmm/cleaning.asp)
Of particular note regarding Oneida Nation gravestones is the presence of many Civil War era
gravestones dating back approximately 150 years. These gravestones exhibit varying levels of
deterioration and cleaning may accelerate the deterioration. Of those gravestones the greatest need
for cleaning are the oldest gravestones.
A local vendor, as well as the VA recommend cleaning with D/2 Biological Solution. This chemical
cleaner removes biological pollutants such as algae, mold, and lichen. The potential cost ranges
between $10,000-$15,000. Attached is a Safety Data Sheet.
Resetting/Replacing
Up to 25 Veteran gravestones need resetting or replacement. An exact number is not known because:
1) Some names and grave information are currently unknown. Names on the gravestones have
deteriorated beyond recognition and historical data is not available.
2) Notification to families of known gravestones will be required should some families not desire
to have the grave site disturbed.
3) The Veteran may not have been registered in Wisconsin, thus limiting access to required VA
paperwork.
The VA will provide replacement gravestones, at no cost. The cost to install the gravestones will fall on
the Nation. The cost estimate, depending on the work necessary to remove current installations and
re-install, will range between $450-$2,300.
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Recommendations
Power washing of VA gravestones is highly discouraged and even gentle cleaning is discouraged for
older gravestones. A chemical cleaner has been recommended however such chemicals are harmful to
humans. The long-term effects on stone and environment are unknown.
The cleaning of gravestones is not recommended.
Resetting/Replacement
Connor Kestell, Oneida Nation Tribal Veteran Service Officer, has experience requesting replacing
gravestones from the VA. Per the Va, “an individual employed by the relevant state, tribal organization,
or local government whose official responsibilities include serving veterans and families of veterans,
such as a state or county veterans service officer” may apply for a burial headstone. Attached is the
application.
Ideally, family consent is desired before resetting or replacing any gravestones. In many, if not most,
family contact information is not available. A community notice through the Kalihwisaks is appropriate
to inform family members and provide an opportunity to decline an disturbance of a gravesite.
Resetting/Replacing Veteran gravestones is recommended. Prior to any action being taken a 6month notice will be provided in the Kalihwisaks. The cost to install can be absorbed within existing
budgets. Replacement will be accomplished during the summer/fall of 2025.
Note: The review of Veteran information was a humbling experience. Extreme gratitude was
experienced for Oneida Tribal member service in the United States Armed Forces. Undoubtedly there
are countless stories of untold bravery and sacrifice, by our ancestors, contained with the confines of
our cemeteries.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
D/2 Biological Solution
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1. Product and Company Identification
Product Code:
Product Name:
Company Name:
00400
D/2 Biological Solution
D/2 Biological Solution, Inc.
PO Box 3746
Westport, MA 02790
Web site address:
d2bio.com
Emergency Contact:
Chem-Tel
Phone Number:
(917)693-7441
(800)255-3924
Recommended Use:
Removal of stains from mold, algae, mildew, lichen and air pollutants. Effective on
marble, granite, limestone, travertine, brownstone, masonry, stucco, wood, canvas and
other architectural surfaces.
Intended Use:
For sale to, use and storage by service persons only.
Additional Information:
Additional Product Codes: 00401, 00402
2. Hazards Identification
Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 3
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category 2B
Acute Toxicity: Oral, Category 4
GHS Signal Word:
GHS Hazard Phrases:
GHS Precaution Phrases:
GHS Response Phrases:
GHS Storage and Disposal
Phrases:
Potential Health Effects
(Acute and Chronic):
Warning
Causes mild skin irritation.
Causes eye irritation.
Harmful if swallowed.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Rinse mouth.
If swallowed: Call a Poison Center or doctor if you feel unwell.
If on skin (or in hair): Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Store in cool dry place at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
Dispose of contents and container according to the local, city, state and federal
regulations.
Chronic: Effects may be delayed.
Inhalation:
Skin Contact:
May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties
of this substance have not been fully investigated. Inhalation of dust may cause
respiratory tract irritation. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. Causes irritation of
the mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract.
Eye Contact:
May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting
and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
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3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
CAS #
Chemical Name
Concentration by wt.
7732-18-5
Water
85 - 97%
68424-85-1
Quaternary ammonium compounds, ADBAC blend
< 1%
68424-95-3
Quaternary ammonium compounds, DDAC blend
< 1%
68439-46-3
Non-ionic surfactant
2 - 4%
4. First Aid Measures
Emergency and First Aid
Procedures:
In Case of Inhalation:
In Case of Skin Contact:
In Case of Eye Contact:
In Case of Ingestion:
Signs and Symptoms Of
Exposure:
Note to Physician:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical aid.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before
reuse.
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Consult a
physician.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Do
NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of
milk or water. Consult a physician.
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have
not been thoroughly investigated.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Move out of dangerous area.
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
N/A
Flash Pt:
NE
Explosive Limits:
LEL: N/A
Autoignition Pt:
NE
UEL: N/A
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent
most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or
appropriate foam.
Fire Fighting Instructions:
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. As in any fire, wear
a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or
equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be
generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. This material in sufficient quantity
and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Flammable Properties and
Hazards:
No data available.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Steps To Be Taken In Case
Material Is Spilled:
Personal precautions.
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation.
Environmental precautions.
Do not let product enter drains.
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in
suitable, closed containers for disposal. Use proper personal protective equipment as
indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section.
Avoid generating dusty conditions.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions To Be Taken
in Handling:
Precautions To Be Taken
in Storing:
Handle in accordance to good industrial safety practice and hygiene.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Store protected from moisture.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry, well ventilated place away from incompatible
substances (Oxidizing Agents and Chlorinated Compounds). Keep out of reach of
children.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Exposure Guidelines
exposure limits
This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational
established by the specific region regulatory bodies.
Engineering Controls
Eyewash station and shower.
General Hygiene
Handle in accordance with good industrial safety and hygiene standards. Wash hands
before break and at end of the day. Do not smoke.
Eye & Face Protection
Wear safety goggles with side protection conforming to EN 166.
Skin & Body Protection
Wear protective gloves and clothing.
Respiratory Protection
If irritation is experienced or exposure limits are exceeded use a respirator that complies
with appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical States:
Appearance and Odor:
[ ] Gas
[ X ] Liquid
[ ] Solid
Colorless liquid with herbal odor.
Melting Point:
Boiling Point:
NE
> 212.00 F
Freezing Point:
16 F
Decomposition Temperature: NE
Autoignition Pt:
NE
Flash Pt:
Explosive Limits:
NE
LEL: N/A
UEL: N/A
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 1.020
Density:
8.50 LB/GA
Bulk density:
NE
Vapor Pressure (vs. Air or
NE
mm Hg):
Vapor Density (vs. Air = 1): > 1
Evaporation Rate:
Solubility in Water:
Saturated Vapor
Concentration:
NE
100%
NE
Viscosity:
NP
pH:
9.0 - 10.0
Percent Volatile:
No data.
VOC / Volume:
Particle Size:
0.0000 G/L
NE
Heat Value:
Corrosion Rate:
NE
NE
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Unstable [ ]
Stable [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid Instability:
No data available.
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibility - Materials To Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Strong bases, Ammonia, magnesium, Sodium,
Avoid:
calcium salts.
Hazardous Decomposition Or Thermal decomposition can lead to irritating and toxic fumes and gases
Byproducts:
Possibility of Hazardous
Reactions:
Will occur [ ]
Conditions To Avoid Hazardous Reactions:
None.
Will not occur [ X ]
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11. Toxicological Information
Toxicological Information:
Irritation or Corrosion:
Acute toxicity. No data available.
Respiratory or skin sensitization: Germ cell mutagenicity. Reproductive toxicity - no data
available.
Specific target organ toxicity -single exposure (Globally Harmonized System)
Specific target organ toxicity -repeated exposure (Globally Harmonized System)
Aspiration hazard. Epidemiology: No information found.
Teratogenicity: No information available. Reproductive Effects: Mutagenicity:
Neurotoxicity:
CAS# 68439-46-3:
Acute toxicity, LD50, Oral, Rat, 1378. MG/KG.
Results:
Vascular:Measurement of regional blood flow.
Biochemical:Enzyme inhibition, induction, or change in blood or tissue levels:
Dehydrogenases.
Biochemical: Metabolism (Intermediary): Lipids including transport.
- Journal of the American College of Toxicology., Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., New York, NY,
Vol/p/yr: 10(4),427, 1991
CAS# 7320-34-5:
Acute toxicity, LD50, Skin, Species: Rabbit, 4640. MG/KG.
Results:
Paternal Effects: Testes, epididymis, sperm duct.
- National Technical Information Service, Vol/p/yr: OTS0571153,
No data available.
Carcinogenicity/Other
Information:
Carcinogenicity:
Carcinogenicity.
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is
identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA. CAS# 7320-34-5: Not
listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
NTP? No
IARC Monographs? No
OSHA Regulated? No
12. Ecological Information
No data available.
Results of PBT and vPvB
assessment:
CAS# 68439-46-3:
LC50, Fathead Minnow (Pimephales promelas), 11000. UG/L, 96 H, Mortality, Water
temperature: 22.00 C C.
Results:
Morphological changes.
- Acute Toxicity and Structure-Activity Relationships of Nine Alcohol Ethoxylate
Surfactants to Fathead Minnow and Daphnia magna, Wong, D.C.L., P.B. Dorn, and E.Y.
Chai, 1997
Persistence and
Degradability:
No data available.
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Bioaccumulative
Potential:
No data available
Mobility in Soil:
No data available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Method:
Product.
Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Do not reuse container.
14. Transport Information
LAND TRANSPORT (US DOT):
DOT Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as a hazardous material.
DOT Hazard Class:
UN/NA Number:
LAND TRANSPORT (Canadian TDG):
Not Regulated.
TDG Shipping Name:
MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):
IMDG/IMO Shipping Name: Not Regulated.
AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):
ICAO/IATA Shipping Name: Not Regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
EPA SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986) Lists
CAS #
Chemical Name
S. 302 (EHS)
S. 304 RQ
S. 313 (TRI)
7173-51-5
1-Decanaminium, N-Decyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride No
No
No
29911-27-1
2-Propanol, 1-(1-methyl-2-propoxyethoxy)-
No
No
No
7396-58-9
Didecylamine, N-methyl-
No
No
No
Chemical Name
Other US EPA or State Lists
CAS #
7173-51-5
1-Decanaminium, N-Decyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride CA PROP.65: No; CA TAC, Title 8: No
29911-27-1
2-Propanol, 1-(1-methyl-2-propoxyethoxy)-
CA PROP.65: No; CA TAC, Title 8: No
7396-58-9
Didecylamine, N-methyl-
CA PROP.65: No; CA TAC, Title 8: No
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 302, 304, 313
CA PROP. 65
CWA
CERCLA
Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986
California Proposition 65
Clean Water Act
Comprehensive Environmental Response and Compensation Act
In compiiance
In compliance
In compliance
In compliance
International Regulations
TSCA
DSL/NDSL
U.S. Toxic Substance Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
Canadian Domestic Substance List/Non Domestic Substance List
In compliance
In compliance
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16. Other Information
Hazard Rating System:
Flammability
HEALTH
HMIS:
FLAMMABILITY
PHYSICAL
PPE
1
0
0
B
1
Health
NFPA:
0
Instability
0
Special Hazard
Revision Date:
09/20/2019
Additional Information About No data available.
This Product:
Company Policy or
Disclaimer:
The manufacturer believes the data set forth are accurate and makes no warranty
with respects thereto and disclaims all liability for reliance thereon. Such data are
offered solely for consideration, investigation and verification. Also, the data set forth
is for the concentrated finished product. All lab samples are for experimental purposes
only and used at the customers discretion.
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GENERAL INFORMATION SHEET
CLAIM FOR STANDARD GOVERNMENT HEADSTONE OR MARKER
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RESPONDENT BURDEN - Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching
existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. VA cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it has a
valid OMB number. Your response (per OMB guidance) is voluntary, however, your response is required to obtain benefits. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this
collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden to the VA Clearance Officer (005R1B), 810 Vermont Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20420. Please DO NOT send claims for
benefits to this address.
PRIVACY ACT - VA considers the responses you submit confidential (38 U.S.C. 5701). VA may only disclose this information outside the VA if the disclosure is authorized under the Privacy Act,
including the routine uses identified in the VA system of records, 48VA40B, published in the Federal Register. VA considers the requested information relevant and necessary to determine maximum
benefits under the law.
BENEFIT PROVIDED
a. BURIAL HEADSTONE OR MARKER
For Veterans who died on or after November 1, 1990 - VA will furnish a burial headstone or marker for the grave of any eligible deceased Veteran in a private or local
government cemetery regardless of whether or not the grave is marked with a privately-purchased, permanent and durable headstone or marker.
For Veterans who died before November 1, 1990 - VA will furnish a burial headstone or marker for the UNMARKED GRAVE of any eligible deceased Veteran. The
applicant must certify by checking "NO" in block 4 that a privately-purchased, permanent and durable headstore or marker or Government-furnished headstone or marker is
not present on the grave.
b. MEMORIAL HEADSTONE OR MARKER - VA will furnish a memorial headstone or marker to commemorate an eligible deceased Veteran whose remains have
not been recovered or identified, were buried at sea, donated to science, or cremated and the remains scattered. VA will only furnish a memorial headstone or marker after
the disposition of the Veteran's remains. Once provided by VA, a memorial headstone or marker must be placed in an established cemetery, and will not be used as a
memento. For a memorial headstone or marker, the applicant must check box in block 2 and explain the disposition of the remains.
c. PRESIDENTIAL MEMORIAL CERTIFICATE - A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate, bearing the signature of the current
president, to honor the memory of Veterans discharged under other than dishonorable conditions. VA will provide the applicant with a PMC if the Veteran is eligible for a
headstone, marker, or medallion. The applicant may request additional PMCs by indicating how many in block 22 of this form. Applicants may use a VA Form 40-0247,
Presidential Memorial Certificate Request Form to order additional PMCs to other addresses.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE -Any deceased Veteran who was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable or any Servicemember of the Armed Forces of the United States
who dies on active duty may be eligible. Service after September 7, 1980 for enlisted, and October 16, 1981 for officers, must be for a minimum of 24 months
continuous active duty or be completed under special circumstances, e.g., death on active duty. Persons who have only limited active duty service for training while in
the National Guard or Reserves are not eligible unless there are special circumstances, e.g., death while on active duty, or as a result of training. Reservists and National Guard
members who, at time of death, were entitled to retired pay, or would have been entitled, but for being under the age of 60, are eligible; please submit a copy of the Reserve
Retirement Eligibility Benefits Letter with the claim. Reservists called to active duty other than training and National Guard members who are Federalized and who serve for
the period called are eligible. Service prior to World War I requires detailed military and burial documentation, e.g., muster rolls, extracts from State files, military or State
organization where served, pension or land warrant, etc.
WHO CAN APPLY - Federal regulation defines “applicant” for a Burial Headstone or Marker that will mark the gravesite or burial site of an eligible deceased individual as:
(i)
A decedent's family member, which includes the decedent's spouse or individual who was in a legal union as defined in 38 CFR 3.1702(b)(1)(ii) with the decedent;
a child, parent, or sibling of the decedent, whether biological, adopted, or step relation; and any lineal or collateral descendant of the decedent;
(ii)
A personal representative, defined as a family member or other individual who has identified himself or herself as the person responsible for making decisions
concerning the interment of the remains of or memorialization of a deceased individual;
(iii)
A representative of a Congressionally-chartered Veterans Service Organization;
(iv)
An individual employed by the relevant state, tribal organization, or local government whose official responsibilities include serving veterans and families of
veterans, such as a state or county veterans service officer;
(v)
Any individual who is responsible, under the laws of the relevant state or locality, for the disposition of the unclaimed remains of the decedent or for other
matters relating to the interment or memorialization of the decedent; or
(vi)
Any individual, if the dates of service of the veteran to be memorialized, or on whose service the eligibility of another individual for memorialization is based,
ended prior to April 6, 1917.
Federal regulation defines “applicant” for a Memorial Headstone or Marker to commemorate an eligible individual as a member of the decedent's family, which includes the
decedent's spouse or individual who was in a legal union as defined in 38 CFR 3.1702(b)(1)(ii) with the decedent; a child, parent, or sibling of the decedent, whether
biological, adopted, or step relation; and any lineal or collateral descendant of the decedent.
HOW TO SUBMIT A CLAIM - Please attach a copy of the deceased Veteran's discharge certificate (DD Form 214 or equivalent) the VA Pre-Need Eligibility
Determination letter, or a copy of other official document(s) establishing qualifying military service. If you are unable to locate copies of military records, apply anyway, as
VA will attempt to obtain records necessary to make an eligibility determination. Do not send original documents; they will not be returned.
ELECTRONICALLY submit your claim and
supporting documents by using Quick Submit at
https://eauth.va.gov/accessva/. You will be instructed to
register during your first sign-on attempt. Multiple claims
can be submitted electronically via Quick Submit.
If you prefer, you may
MAIL claims to: NCA FP Evidence Intake Center
PO Box 5237
Janesville, WI 53547
FAX VA Form 40-1330 claims and supporting documents to
1-800-455-7143.
IMPORTANT: If faxing more than one claim - fax each claim
package (claim plus supporting documents) individually, i.e.,
disconnect the call and redial for each submission.
SIGNATURES REQUIRED - The applicant signs in block 23; the person agreeing to accept delivery (consignee) in block 27, and the cemetery or other responsible official
in block 31. If there is no official on duty at the cemetery, the signature of the person responsible for the property listed in block 29 is required. VA will not accept entries of
"None," "Not Applicable," or "NA". State Veterans' Cemeteries are not required to complete blocks 25 through 33.
ASSISTANCE NEEDED - Should you have questions when filling out this form, you may contact our Applicant Assistance Unit toll free at: 1-800-697-6947, or at: ask.va.gov.
If additional assistance is needed to complete this claim, contact the nearest VA Regional Office, national cemetery, or a local veterans' organization. No fee should be paid in
connection with the preparation of this claim.
TRANSPORTATION AND DELIVERY OF MARKER - VA will ship the headstone or marker without charge to the consignee designated. The truck driver is required to
bring the pallet or monument to the end of the trailer. The consignee must utilize their equipment to unload the pallet or monument from the truck and inspect the headstone or
marker for accuracy prior to installation. VA will not deliver a headstone or marker to a Post Office box. The applicant must provide the full delivery address and
telephone number of the consignee. The applicant must explain in block 33 if the consignee is not a business. For delivery to a Rural Route address, the applicant must include
a daytime telephone number including area code. If the applicant fails to include the required address and telephone number, VA will not deliver the marker. The Government
is not responsible for costs to install or remove the headstone or marker in private cemeteries.
CAUTION - To avoid delays in the production and delivery of the headstone or marker, please check carefully to be sure you have accurately furnished all required
information before faxing or mailing the claim. If inaccurate information is furnished, it may result in an incorrectly inscribed headstone or marker. Headstones and markers
furnished remain the property of the United States Government and may not be used for any purpose other than to be placed at an eligible individual's grave or in a memorial
section within a cemetery.
DETACH AND RETAIN THIS GENERAL INFORMATION SHEET FOR YOUR RECORDS.
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UPRIGHT HEADSTONE
WHITE MARBLE (U) OR
LIGHT GRAY GRANITE (V)
This headstone is 42 inches long, 13
inches wide and 4 inches thick.
Weight is approximately 230
pounds. Variations may occur in
stone color, and the marble may
contain light to moderate veining.
Additional inscription is limited to
15 characters (including spaces) up
to four lines maximum.
FLAT MARKERS
BRONZE (B)
BRONZE NICHE (Z)
This niche marker is 8-1/2 inches long,
5-1/2 inches wide, with 7/16 inch rise.
Weight is approximately 3 pounds;
mounting bolts and washers are furnished
with the marker. Used for columbarium
or mausoleum interment. Also provided
to supplement a privately-purchased,
permanent and durable headstone or
marker for eligible Veterans who died on
or after November 1, 1990 and are buried
in a private cemetery. Additional
inscription is limited to 27 characters
(including spaces) up to two lines
maximum.
This grave marker is 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, with 3/4 inch rise. Weight is
approximately 18 pounds. Anchor bolts, nuts and washers for fastening to a base are
furnished with the marker. The concrete base or slab is not furnished by the
Government, and some cemeteries may require a base or slab as part of the
installation. VA will not pay for or reimburse for this cost. Additional inscription is
limited to 27 characters (including spaces) up to two lines maximum.
LIGHT GRAY GRANITE (G) OR WHITE MARBLE (F)
This grave marker is 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 4 inches thick. Weight is
approximately 130 pounds. Variations may occur in stone color; the marble may
contain light to moderate veining. Additional inscription is limited to 27 characters
(including spaces) up to two lines maximum.
SMALL FLAT GRANITE (L)
Spousal inscription information (i.e.,
name, date of birth, and date of
death) is authorized on a
Government-furnished headstone or
marker if the Veteran's date of death
is on or after October 1, 2019. For
flat markers, the spousal information
is inscribed at the bottom. For
upright headstones, the spousal
information is inscribed on the back.
VA will include a Prisoner of War (POW)
or Former Prisoner of War (FPOW)
inscription, upon request and with
confirmation. Character and space
limitations apply based on marker type.
This grave marker is 18 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 3 inches thick. Weight is
approximately 70 pounds. Variations may occur in stone color. Additional
inscription is limited to 27 characters (including spaces) up to two lines maximum.
NOTE: Historic headstones (Prior to World War I) - In addition to the headstone and markers pictured, two special styles of upright headstones are available for those who
served with Union Forces during the Civil War or for those who served in the Spanish-American War. Another style headstone is available for those who served with the
Confederate States of America during the Civil War. The applicant must submit detailed documentation to VA that supports eligibility for a historic headstone. Inscriptions
on these headstone types are intentionally limited to assure historic accuracy. For example, only ranks above 'Private' were historically authorized; emblems of belief and the
words 'Civil War' are not authorized.
INSCRIPTION INFORMATION
MANDATORY ITEMS - Information in English about the decedent (provided by an authorized applicant). Such items are: Legal Name, Branch of Service, Year of Birth,
Year of Death, and for State Veterans and National Cemeteries only, the section and grave number. Branches of Service include: U.S. Army (USA), U.S. Navy (USN), U.S.
Air Force (USAF), U.S. Marine Corps (USMC), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Space Force (USSF), U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF), Women's Army Auxiliary Corps
(WAAC), U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS), National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Women's Air Force Service Pilots (WASP), and other
organizations authorized for certain periods of time Different examples of inscription formats are illustrated above. More than one branch of service is permitted, subject to
space availability. VA will inscribe the phrase "IN MEMORY OF" on all memorial headstones and markers, as required under 38 CFR 38.630(c).
OPTIONAL ITEMS - Information in English about the decedent (provided by an authorized applicant). Optional items are identified by bold blocks on this form. Periods
of war includes active duty service during a recognized period of war and the individual does not have to serve in the actual place of war, e.g., Korea may be inscribed if the
Veteran served during the Korean War period, even though the individual never served in the country. VA will inscribe authorized country names (e.g., Afghanistan, Iraq,
etc.) as the periods of war only if the individual served in country. The applicant must submit supporting documentation to VA to have the highest rank and/or awards
inscribed on the headstone or marker.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - Information in English or non-English text about the decedent (provided by an authorized applicant), consisting only of characters of the Latin
alphabet and/or numbers. Examples of additional items include appropriate terms of endearment, nicknames (in expressions such as "OUR BELOVED POPPY"), military or
civilian credentials or accomplishments such as DOCTOR, REVEREND, etc., and special unit designations such as WOMEN'S ARMY CORPS, ARMY AIR CORPS, ARMY
NURSE CORPS or SEABEES. The applicant must request an additional inscription item in block 18, and each request is subject to VA approval. VA will not inscribe
graphics, emblems or pictures. VA will inscribe authorized emblems of belief, the Medal of Honor, and the Southern Cross of Honor for Civil War Confederates.
INCOMPLETE OR INACCURATE INFORMATION ON THE CLAIM MAY RESULT IN ITS RETURN TO THE CLAIMANT, A DELAY IN RECEIPT OF
THE HEADSTONE OR MARKER, OR AN INCORRECT INSCRIPTION.
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Form approved, OMB No. 2900-0222
Expiration Date: Sept. 30, 2027
Respondent Burden: 15 minutes
CLAIM FOR STANDARD GOVERNMENT HEADSTONE OR MARKER
IMPORTANT: Please read the General Information Sheet before completing this form. Type
or print clearly all information except for signatures. Illegible printing could result in an incorrect
headstone or marker or delivery. Failure to complete each block may result in delayed
processing. Blocks outlined in bold are optional inscription items. PLEASE INCLUDE
MILITARY DISCHARGE DOCUMENTS.
2. CHECK BOX IF REMAINS ARE NOT
BURIED AND EXPLAIN IN BLOCK
33 (e.g., buried at sea, remains
1. TYPE OF REQUEST
INITIAL REQUEST(First time)
scattered, etc.)
REPLACEMENT (Specify
reason in Block 33, Remarks)
REMAINS NOT BURIED
4. IS GRAVE CURRENTLY MARKED
WITH A PRIVATELY PURCHASED,
PERMANENT AND DURABLE MARKER
3. NAME OF DECEASED TO BE INSCRIBED ON HEADSTONE OR MARKER (No Nicknames or titles permitted)
SUFFIX (Sr., Jr.,
FIRST (Or Initial)
MIDDLE (Or Initial)
LAST
II, III, etc.)
YES
5. RACE OR ETHNICITY (You may select more than one. Information will be used for statistical purposes only.)
AMERICAN INDIAN OR
ALASKA NATIVE
NATIVE HAWAIIAN OR
OTHER PACIFIC ISLANDER
ASIAN OR ASIAN AMERICAN
HISPANIC OR LATINO
WHITE
NO
6. SEX (Information will be used for statistical purposes only.)
BLACK OR AFRICAN
AMERICAN
NOT HISPANIC
OR LATINO
MALE
FEMALE
UNSPECIFIED OR ANOTHER GENDER IDENTITY
VETERAN'S SERVICE AND IDENTIFYING INFORMATION (Use numbers only, e.g., 05-15-1941)
7. VETERAN'S SOCIAL SECURITY NO. AND/OR SERVICE NO.
SVC. NO:
SSN (999-99-9999):
MONTH
Country)
PERIODS OF ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY (For additional space use Block 33)
10A. DATE(S) ENTERED
MONTH
DAY
10B. DATE(S) SEPARATED
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
YEAR
13. BRANCH OF SERVICE (Check applicable box(es) - must be consistent with rank
DAY
YEAR
9B. DATE OF DEATH
MONTH
DAY
YEAR
12. PRISONER OF WAR (Optional, but
11. HIGHEST RANK ATTAINED
(Optional, but if included, no pay
grade)
if included, documentation must be
provided)
POW
FORMER POW (FPOW)
14. VALOR OR PURPLE HEART AWARD(S) (Optional, but if included,
documentation must be provided)
in Box 11)
ARMY
9A. DATE OF BIRTH
8. PLACE OF BIRTH (City and State or
NAVY
MARINE CORPS
AIR FORCE
ARMY AIR FORCES
SPACE FORCE
PUBLIC HEALTH SVC.
COAST GUARD
MERCHANT MARINE
MEDAL OF HONOR
DST SVC CROSS
SILVER STAR
DST FLYING CROSS
PURPLE HEART
AIR MEDAL
OTHER (Specify):
OTHER (Specify):
15. TYPE OF HEADSTONE OR MARKER REQUESTED (Please ensure marker
selection is permitted at selected cemetery) (Check one)
(B) FLAT BRONZE
(G) FLAT GRANITE
(U) UPRIGHT MARBLE
(F) FLAT MARBLE
(Z) BRONZE NICHE
(V) UPRIGHT GRANITE
(L) SMALL FLAT GRANITE
16. PERIODS OF WAR (Optional, but if included,
17. EMBLEM OF BELIEF
(Optional)
check all applicable box(es)
WORLD WAR II
PERSIAN GULF
EMBLEM NUMBER
KOREA
AFGHANISTAN
VIETNAM
IRAQ
(Specify) (See page 5
for available emblems)
NONE
OTHER (Specify):
18. ADDITIONAL INSCRIPTION/TERM OF ENDEARMENT (Optional) (Space will vary according to type of marker)
19A. NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS OF APPLICANT (No., Street, City, State, and
ZIP Code)
19B. DAYTIME OR CELL TELEPHONE NUMBER OF APPLICANT (Include Area
Code)
19C. E-MAIL ADDRESS (Optional)
19D. FAX NO. (Optional)
20. APPLICANT IS:
FAMILY MEMBER (Specify relationship):
VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER
PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE (Person responsible for decisions concerning burial of decedent; include written authorization)
21. IF REMAINS ARE UNCLAIMED, APPLICANT IS:
FUNERAL HOME (that received remains)
CEMETERY (where remains are buried)
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22. PRESIDENTIAL MEMORIAL CERTIFICATE ((bearing the signature of the
current President) the number you request to be mailed to you. VA will send one
certificate if no quantity is indicated and "none" is not selected)
NUMBER REQUESTED
ALL PREVIOUS VERSIONS OF THIS FORM ARE OBSOLETE
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CERTIFICATION: By signing below I certify the headstone or marker will be installed in the cemetery listed in block 29 at no expense to the Government and all
information entered on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also certify, to the best of my knowledge, that the decedent has never committed a
serious crime, such as murder or other offense that could have resulted in imprisonment for life, has never been convicted of a serious crime, and has never been convicted
of a sexual offense for which the Veteran was sentenced to a minimum of life imprisonment or a period of 99 years or more.
PENALTY: The law provides severe penalties, which include fine or imprisonment, or both, for the willful submission of any statement or evidence of a material fact,
knowing it to be false or for the fraudulent acceptance of any benefit to which you are not entitled.
23. SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT
24. DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)
CERTIFICATION: By signing below I agree to accept prepaid delivery of the headstone or marker for placement on the gravesite for which it is requested, or if
placement on the grave is impossible or impractical, as close to the grave as possible within the grounds of the private or local governmental cemetery where the
grave is located.
25. NAME AND DELIVERY ADDRESS OF BUSINESS
(CONSIGNEE) THAT WILL ACCEPT PREPAID
DELIVERY (No., Street, City, State, and ZIP Code; P.O.
BOX IS NOT ACCEPTABLE) MUST SIGN IN BLOCK 27
26. DAYTIME OR CELL
PHONE NO. OF
CONSIGNEE (Include
27. PRINTED NAME AND SIGNATURE OF
PERSON REPRESENTING BUSINESS
(CONSIGNEE) NAMED IN BLOCK 25
28. DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)
Area Code)
CERTIFICATION: By signing below I certify the type and placement of the headstone or marker in block 15 adheres to the policies and guidelines of the selected private
cemetery in block 25.
29. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CEMETERY OR FAMILY PLOT
WHERE GRAVE IS LOCATED (No., Street, City, State,
and ZIP Code) MUST SIGN IN BLOCK 31
33. REMARKS
30. DAYTIME PHONE
NO. OF CEMETERY
(Include Area Code)
31. PRINTED NAME AND SIGNATURE OF
CEMETERY OR OTHER RESPONSIBLE
OFFICIAL
32. DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)
34. STATION NO. (State/Tribal Cemetery Only)
35. SECTION/GRAVE NO. (State/Tribal Cemetery Only)
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To obtain the most recent information about headstones and markers including the complete and most current list of available emblems of belief (listing and graphics), please
visit our website at https://www.cem.va.gov/hmm/types.asp.
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Review tribal member request regarding veteran gravestones
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
04/24/24
2. Session:
܈Open
܆Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
܆Accept as information; OR
Action listed in memo
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܆Finance
܆Law Office
܆Gaming/Retail
܆Other: Describe
܈Programs/Services
܆DTS
܆Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
܆Bylaws
܆Contract Document(s)
܈Correspondence
܆Draft GTC Notice
܆Draft GTC Packet
܆E-poll results/back-up
܆Other: Describe
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܆Report
܆Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܆Unbudgeted
܆Other: Describe
܆Budgeted – Grant Funded
܆Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Nancy Barton, Tribal Member
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
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Memo
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Nancy Barton
Date:
April 15, 2024
Re:
Veteran Gravestones
Request
Approximately 260 graves; all do not need to be cleaned and reset. Episcopal, Methodist,
Church of Christ Cemetery (E&EE), and all other applicable cemeteries in Oneida.
The Nation can apply/received money from Veteran’s Affairs & State to apply for to power wash
and reset the headstones.
Action
BC to direct the appropriate departments such as Veterans, IGA, and Grants to research and
find the funding to refurbish and reconstruct the headstones for the Civil War and WWI Veterans
and to come back with an updated report to the October 9, 2024, BC meeting.
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DRAFT
X.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Dept. of Children &
Families and Dept. of Health & Human Services
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