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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, February 11, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, February 12, 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
A.
Special recognition - Lifetime achievement - Kathy Hughes (11:15 a.m.)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
B.
Special recognition - Lifetime achievement - Sandra Brehmer (11:15 a.m.)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
II.
OPENING
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
IV.
MINUTES
V.
A.
Approve the January 17, 2025, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Approve the January 22, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Kathleen Hughes for Lifetime Achievements
and Contribution to the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
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B.
Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Sandra Brehmer for Lifetime Achievements
and Contributions to the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Improving Access to Dementia Care for Native American
Veteran and Non-Veteran Elders
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
D.
Consider resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Funds for a Donation of $18,069.23 for
the Rites of Passage Program
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
E.
Adopt resolution entitled Ratifying approval of the Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute Charter and By-Laws
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
B.
VII.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the Finance Committee January 9, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
2.
Accept the Finance Committee January 23, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the January 15, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
2.
Adopt Real Property Law rule # 1 - Land Assessments for the Nation's
Decisionmakers to Build an Autonomous Community (LANDBAC)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
3.
Adopt Real Property Law rule # 2 - Land Use Licenses
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Jonas Hill - 2025 Presidential Inauguration Washington, D.C. - January 17-21, 2025
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman
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TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - 2025 Wisconsin
Governor's Conference on Tourism - La Crosse, WI - March 9-12, 2025
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
B.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - Feeding America
Leadership and Oneida Nation Representative - Washington, D.C. - March 4-7, 2025
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
C.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2025 Tribal SelfGovernance Tribal Advisory Committee SGAC/TSGAC - Arlington, VA - March 17-21,
2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
D.
Approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1. Oneida Nation
Commission on Aging – for nine (9) members to attend the 2025 Great Lakes Native
American Elders Association quarterly meetings
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
E.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Jonas Hill to attend the National Republican Congressional Committee
Winter Meeting in Key Biscayne, FL on February 27-March 2, 2025
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve the Comprehensive Housing Division, Environmental, Land & Agricultural
Division, Oneida Land Commission & Oneida Business Committee Memorandum of
Agreement - file # 2025-0009
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
B.
Accept the Special Committee on State-Tribal Relations final report as information
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Approve two (2) requested actions - CIP # 19-004 Amelia Cornelius Culture Park Site
Amenities
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
D.
Approve contract # 2025-0107 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The
Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System d.b.a. UW-Green Bay and
Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
E.
Review the funding source recommendation from the Treasurer regarding the Town
of Oneida request
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
F.
Enter the e-poll into the record regarding the approved research request - Cutbank Reconnecting with Duck Creek Inspiring a Sense of Place and Stewardship
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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REPORTS
A.
OPERATIONAL (9:30 a.m.)
1.
B.
C.
Accept the Emergency Management FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Emergency Management Director
APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS (8:30 a.m.)
1.
Accept Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY-2025 1st
quarter report
Sponsor: Lorna Skenandore, Chair/Anna John Resident Centered Care
Community Board
2.
Accept Oneida Community Library Board FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Stephanie Metoxen, Chair/Oneida Community Library Board
3.
Accept Oneida Environmental Resource Board FY-2025 1st quarter
memorandum
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
4.
Accept Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Christine Klimmek, Vice-Chair/Oneida Nation Arts Board
5.
Accept the Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee FY-2025 1st quarter
report
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Secretary/Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee
6.
Accept Oneida Personnel Committee FY-2025 1st quarter memorandum
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
7.
Accept Oneida Police Commission FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Richard VanBoxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission
8.
Accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2025 1st
quarter report
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
9.
Accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board
FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Diane Hill, Chair/Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services
Advisory Board
ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS (9:00 a.m.)
1.
Accept the Oneida Election Board FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Candace House, Chair/Oneida Election Board
2.
Accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Mark Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
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XI.
3.
Accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Chris Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Land Claims Commission
4.
Accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Sidney White, Chair/Oneida Land Commission
5.
Accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
6.
Accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Sacheen Lawrence, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board
7.
Accept Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Jermaine Delgado, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
STANDING COMMITTEES
1.
Accept the Finance Committee FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
2.
Accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
3.
Accept the On?yote?a?ká ni? i Standing Committee FY-2025 1st quarter
report
Sponsor: Taryn Webster, Chair/On?yote?a?ká ni? i Standing Committee
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
B.
PETITIONER SHERROLE BENTON - petition # 2024-03
1.
Accept the legal review status update regarding petition # 2024-03
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update regarding petition # 2024-03
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
3.
Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the Benton
petition # 2024-03
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Approve the notice and mailer for the March 16, 2025, tentatively scheduled annual
General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
B.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Accept the General Manager report (10:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
3.
Accept the Treasurer's December 2024 report (2:00 p.m.)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
4.
Accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2025 1st quarter report 8:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager
5.
Accept the Retail General Manager FY-2025 1st quarter report (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager
6.
Accept the Executive HR Director FY-2025 1st quarter report (9:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director
7.
Accept the Security Director FY-2025 1st quarter report (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Katsitsiyo Danforth, Security Director
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
C.
Accept the Audit Committee FY-2025 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve the Business Committee 401(k) Savings Plan Notice of Employer
Matching Contribution and move the resolution to open session
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
2.
Accept the January 3, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
3.
Deliberations regarding pardon application - Enrique R. Caravantes
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
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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 - Lifetime achievement - Kathy Hughes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
[Z] Open
02/12/25
D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Kathleen Hughes Lifetime Achievement Award
3. Requested Motion:
[Z] Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution Kathleen Hughes
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
Programs/Services
Finance
D
0 Law Office
D Gaming/Retail
[Z] Other: Oneida Business Committee
D
O 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
IZ] Other: Lifetime Achievement Bio
7. Budget Information:
D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
IZ] Other: Special Projects
D Presentation
D Report
IZ] Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
D Budgeted - Grant Funded
D Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requestor:
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
oncida•nsn.gov
ONEIDA
Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jenifer Webster Council Member
Date: February 12, 2025
Re:
Lifetime Achievement
A proposal for "Lifetime Achievement" was brought forth to BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023, and received approval for recognition of "Lifetime Achievement"
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/ or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee Vice
Chairwoman, and Treasurer Kathleen Hughes at the February 12, 2025, Oneida
Business Committee meeting.
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for
the years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Kathleen Hughes
"Motion Carried. NEXT" Famous words ofI(athleen Hughes,
who served as Vice Chair and Treasure of the Oneida Nation
during some of the most progressive and prosperous years in
contemporary history.
I(athy was known for being quick no nonsense efficient kind of
leader. She may have a record for some of the fastest Business
Committee meetings ever held.
Perhaps that came from her military background as a Veteran of
the United States Army she served her nation first and foremost.
As Treasurer she commanded control of the managers to tend
their budgets and reports and it was during her tenure we were
gaining ground in keeping a set aside and saving money. She
believed in holding people accountable for their responsibilities.
Compact negotiations meant lobbying the Wisconsin Legislature
week after week, long arduous trips to Madison.
I(athy was a staunch advocate for building a better quality of life
for her people, for all people. She focused her efforts on health
care and improving our facilities and services locally and on a
national level. As Co-Chair of The Tribal Consultation Advisory
Committee she worked collaboratively with the NationalIndian
Health Board and
She was one of the most respected leaders in health issues in
Indian Country. She worked with many national committees
including the NationalIndian Health Board. In 2009 it was Vice
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Chairwoman Hughes who greeted President Obama and
informed him of the need for healthcare reform in Indian
Country. In 2010 Vice Chairwoman Hughes received the
National Impact Award for her work on a national level.
Today we are the beneficiaries of many years of dedicated
efforts by I(athy Hughes.
I(athy is the daughter of the late Edmund and Blanche Powless
who provided her with the guidance and love to be a giving and
productive woman. I(athy has a son Tim and he and his family
are proud of the woman they call Mom.
In her spare time I(athy found the time to take some time for
fishing and camping with friends she considered family.
I(athy served on the Oneida Business Committee as Treasurer in
(years0
I(athy served as Vice Chairwoman on the Business Committee
in (Years)
I(athy is retired and enjoying her time with family.
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Special recognition - Lifetime achievement - Sandra Brehmer
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
� Open
02/12/25
D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Sandra Brehmer Lifetime Achievement Award
3. Requested Motion:
� Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution Sandra Brehmer
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
Finance
Programs/Services
D
0 Law Office
D Gaming/Retail
D
O DTS
D Boards, Committees, or Commissions
� Other: Oneida Business Committee
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
IZ] Other: Lifetime Achievement Bio
7. Budget Information:
D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
IZ] Other: Special Projects
D Presentation
D Report
IZ] Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
D Budgeted - Grant Funded
0 Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requester:
Revised: 01/07/2025
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
-(Name,
- - Title/Entity)
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
onelda-nsn.gov
ONEIDA
Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jenifer Webster Council Member
Date: February 12, 2025
Re:
Lifetime Achievement
A proposal for "Lifetime Achievement" was brought forth to BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023, and received approval for recognition of "Lifetime Achievement"
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/ or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee
Council member Sandra Brehmer at the February 12, 2025, Oneida Business Committee
meeting.
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for
the years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Sandra (Sandy) Brehmer
Sandra "Sandy" Brehmer is the oldest of 13 children born to the late Betty and Leo
Doxtator in 1943. Born at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay she attended St. Jospeh
Academy in Oneida. One of the two women that were instrumental in bringing gaming
to a Native Community here in Oneida back in 1976, this effort really paid off for all the
Native Wisconsin Tribes Statewide. To assist with helping pay to keep the lights on at
the Civic Center (aka Oneida Nation Memorial Building) both Sandra Brehmer and Alma
Webster started the Bingo operation that within a few years brought in hundreds of
thousands of dollars in profits for the Oneida Nation and really began the building block
/ foundation for Tribal Nations in the State of Wisconsin. Tribal gaming had begun.
The ultimate goal was to make enough revenue to keep the lights turned on in that
facility as at the time it was one of the main buildings frequented by Oneida Tribal
members and especially the kids in the area. They not only made goal they also made
enough to pay all the workers who helped build and grow this gem. Whether it was a
Bingo Caller, a Floor Worker or a young Clean-Up crew which cleaned and collected
cans for the aluminum, all were compensated as well as content in this effort and it was
truly paying off.
Although hailed as one of the Bingo Queens, Brehmer has given more to this
community than just getting Bingo rolling (which we all know is secure and stable yet
today). Sandra raised 5 children and just felt she needed to be at home more often for
her kids instead of on the Bingo floor each night. She did leave that behind as she
pursued her instincts as a mom. Sandra proudly has 5 children, Patti Hoeft, Timothy
Ninham, Pam Ninham, Steve Ninham and Matthew Ninham. She also has 6
Grandchildren, Lauren, Olivia, Vivien, Maksim, Camille and lmani as well as 2 great
grandchildren, Owen and Evan. Sandy also advocated for several initiatives that helped
put Oneida on the map as one of the most progressive Tribes in the State of
Wisconsin.
After she left the Bingo Hall, Irene Moore talked her into becoming the Community
Action Coordinator. This move led her to what's known today as the Communications
Department. She promoted everything the Tribe was then moving forward with. TV
Bingo was broadcast live on TV in the late 80's, early 90's. Then came Lott Oneida and
Big Green. All of this programming did eventually succumb to new guidelines which
were enforced by the State/ Federal Governing Laws. Brehmer attended many
tradeshows and events promoting all Oneida had to offer. As she has noted "it was
colorful" and loved doing what she did.
After careful consideration Ninham threw her hat in the ring and ran for the Business
Committee in 1993 and served 3 terms (9 years) as a councilwoman.
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Approve the January 17, 2025, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
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
Emergency Meeting
10:00 AM Friday, January 17, 2025
Virtual - Microsoft Teams1
Minutes
EMERGENCY MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Council members: Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Louise Cornelius, Mark W. Powless, Kaylynn Gresham, Danelle Wilson, Rhiannon
Metoxen, David P. Jordan, Kristal Hill, Fawn Billie, Fawn Cottrell, Maureen Perkins, Lisa Summers, Martin
Prevost, Aliskwet Ellis;
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 10:00 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen was present, but was unable to have camera on due to technological
issues. 2
II.
OPENING (00:00:50)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:49)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda as presented, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
2 OBC SOP Holding a Virtual Meeting 5.3.1 If an OBC member experiences a technological issue during a virtual
meeting which disrupts the OBC member’s ability to keep their video camera on during the virtual meeting, the OBC
member shall notify the OBC of the technological issue as soon as possible.
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IV.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Cancel the January 20, 2025, annual General Tribal Council meeting (00:02:53)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the inclement weather update as information and to
postpone the Annual General Tribal Council Meeting to the alternate date of March 16, 2025,
seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
V.
ADJOURN (00:10:10)
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adjourn at 10:10 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Oneida Business Committee
Emergency Meeting
10:00 AM Friday, January 17, 2025
Virtual - Microsoft Teams1
Minutes
EMERGENCY MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Council members: Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Louise Cornelius, Mark W. Powless, Kaylynn Gresham, Danelle Wilson, Rhiannon
Metoxen, David P. Jordan, Kristal Hill, Fawn Billie, Fawn Cottrell, Maureen Perkins, Lisa Summers, Martin
Prevost, Aliskwet Ellis;
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 10:00 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen was present, but was unable to have camera on due to technological
issues. 2
II.
OPENING (00:00:50)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:49)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda as presented, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
2 OBC SOP Holding a Virtual Meeting 5.3.1 If an OBC member experiences a technological issue during a virtual
meeting which disrupts the OBC member’s ability to keep their video camera on during the virtual meeting, the OBC
member shall notify the OBC of the technological issue as soon as possible.
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IV.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Cancel the January 20, 2025, annual General Tribal Council meeting (00:02:53)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the inclement weather update as information and to
postpone the Annual General Tribal Council Meeting to the alternate date of March 16, 2025,
seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
V.
ADJOURN (00:10:10)
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adjourn at 10:10 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
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
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☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☒ Unbudgeted
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5. Submission:
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Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, January 22, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman: Marlon Skenandore
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams1),
Mark W. Powless, Todd Vanden Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams),
Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley M. Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth
(via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Duff (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle
Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Janice Deborah (via Microsoft
Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via
Microsoft Teams), Maureen Perkins (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa
Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore(via Microsoft
Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Tavia JamesCharles (via Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams),
Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via Microsoft Teams), Nicolas Reynolds (via
Microsoft Teams), Stacy Cutbank (via Microsoft Teams), Martin Prevost (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon
Davis (via Microsoft Teams), Carol Silva (via Microsoft Teams), Amber Martinez (via Microsoft Teams),
Patricia Moore (via Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Danforth-Anderson
(via Microsoft Teams), Wendy Haack, Lynette Jordan, Diamond Randolph, Derrick Denny, Nyia Yang,
Patricia Elm, Joy Salzwedel, Jackie Smith, Mary Heney, Arnold Heney, Deanne Davis, Barb Metoxen,
Jessica Vandekamp, Margo Kruse, Simone Diamond, Debbie Danforth, Mercie Danforth, Lisa Slaby,
Audra Gardner, Tracie Christson, Justine Huff, Mary King, David Emerson, Mari Kriescher, Morningstar
Bailey, Stevi Ventura, Yasiman Metoxen, Sarah Capelle, Heidi Blanks, Michelle Doxtator, Maria Davis,
Lydia Sorge, Skye Treirl, Diane Taubel, Sandia Funmaker, Matilda Godfrey, Jamie Willis, Phil Wisneski,
Kimberly Ninham, Sarah Danforth, Kim Reiter-Summers, Kathy King, Ryan Gerhardt, Leah Dodge, Sid
White, Kiara Skenandore, Greg Matson, Derick Denny, Vanessa Miller, Jacy Rsmussen, Alicia Summers,
Jaymin Rainey, Jay Rasmussen, Nikki Warnke, Jean Webster, Sean Powless, Sherri Forgette, Susan
Danforth, Cheryl VanDenBerg, Scott Schaumberg, Terry Hock, Allen Kruse, Glen Olson, Mark Powless,
Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman, Tehassi Hill at 8:30 a.m.
For the record: Councilman Marlon Skenandore is out on approved travel attending the Great Lakes
Inter-Tribal Coalition Coordinating Committee Quarterly Meeting in Black River Falls.
II.
OPENING (00:00:09)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen
A.
Special recognition for years of service
Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director
Special recognition for years of service by Laura Laitinen-Warren of the following individuals: 40 years
of service - Barbara R. Metoxen; 30 years of service - Jesse P. Lawe, Corey J. Richmond, Mari J.
Kriescher, Laurie J. Becker, Tanya M. Skenandore, Sara A. Skenandore, Roxanne L. Charles; 25
years of service - Reggie J. Thompson, Scott A. Tisch, William P. Vervoort, Nyia Yang, Koua Vang,
Deanne Davis, Monica L. Doxtator, Christine I. King-Thomas, Kimberly J. Reiter-Summers, Patricia A.
Elm, Mary R. Heney, Matilda F. Godfrey, Mark D. Steinbach, Reginald R. Skenandore Jr.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:21:29)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda with one (1) deletion [1) under the New Business section,
delete item entitled Exception to resolution # BC 11-13-24-K to cancel the April 23, 2025, regular
Business Committee meeting], seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Oneida Election Board Ad-Hoc Committee - Patricia Moore, Justine Huff, Mary
King, Lynette Jordan, and Colleen Cornelius (00:22:50)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Justine Huff, Mary King, Lynette Jordan were
present. Patricia Moore and Colleen Cornelius were not present.
Item X.A.3. was addressed next.
Oath of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Patricia Moore was present via Microsoft
Teams.
Item XII.A.1. was addressed next
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V.
MINUTES
A.
Approve the January 8, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(01:01:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the January 8, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Amending BC Resolution 03-23-22-C Obligation to
Support Oneida Early Childhood Programs Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
(01:11:23)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 01-22-25-A Amending BC Resolution 01-22-25-A Obligation
to Support Oneida Early Childhood Programs Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings, seconded by
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
(01:12:26)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 01-22-25-B Amendments to the Oneida Life Insurance
Plan Law, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
VII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the December 12, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:12:50)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the December 12, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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2.
Accept the December 19, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:13:12)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the December 19, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the December 18, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes (01:13:31)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the December 18, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
VIII.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - National Indian Child Care
Association (NICCA) Leadership Institute - Herndon, VA - March 10-14, 2025
(01:13:52)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the National
Indian Child Care Association (NICCA) Leadership Institute in Herndon, VA on March 10-14, 2025,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Midwest Alliance of Sovereign
Tribes (MAST) Impact Week - Washington, D.C. - March 22-26, 2025 (01:14:29)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for four (4) Business Committee members to attend
the Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) Impact Week in Washington, D.C. on March 22-26,
2025, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - 2025 Teen Summit Wisconsin Dells, WI - February 26-28, 2025 (01:15:47)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilman Marlon Skenandore to attend the
2025 Teen Summit in Wisconsin Dells, WI on February 26-28, 2025, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
D.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Department of
Health and Human Services Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC) Washington, D.C. - February 24-27, 2025 (01:16:10)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the
Department of Health and Human Services Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC) in
Washington, D.C. on February 24-27, 2025, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
E.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the Packers Super Bowl
Invite in New Orleans, LA on February 7-10, 2025 (01:17:29)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the Packers Super Bowl Invite in New Orleans,
LA on February 7-10, 2025, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Lawrence Barton
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
For the record: Treasurer Lawrence Barton stated I so nor aupport this travel request.
Item IX.C. was addressed next.
F.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Jonas Hill to attend the 2025 Presidential Inauguration in Washington,
D.C. on January 17-20, 2025 (02:20:28)
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the
approved travel request for Councilman Jonas Hill to attend the 2025 Presidential Inauguration in
Washington, D.C. on January 17-20, 2025, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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NEW BUSINESS
A.
Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Election Board (02:27:05)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the request to post one (1) vacancy on the Oneida Election Board,
noting the vacancy will be on the 2025 special election ballot, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.
Post twelve (12) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Alternates (02:30:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to post the twelve (12) vacancies for the Oneida Election Board Alternates,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item XI.A.1. was addressed next
C.
Review Town of Oneida fire equipment funding request and determine next steps
(01:22:33)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Chairman to work with General Manager and Intergovernmental
Affairs Director to implement communication improvements with the Town of Oneida and to direct the
Treasurer to review the request from the Town of Oneida and to present a funding source
recommendation for up to $140,000 on the February 12, 2025, Business Committee meeting agenda
for consideration, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item VIII.F. was addressed next
X.
REPORTS
A.
OPERATIONAL
1.
Accept the Big Bear Media FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:45:38)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Big Bear Media FY-2025 1st quarter report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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2.
Accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:48:24)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2025 1st quarter report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item X.A.4. was addressed next
3.
Accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2025 1st quarter report
(00:26:43)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2025 1st
quarter report, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item X.A.6 was addressed next
4.
Accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:49:16)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2025 1st quarter
report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
5.
Accept the Division of Public Works FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:49:44)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Division of Public Works FY-2025 1st quarter report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item X.A.7. was addressed next
6.
Accept the Education and Training FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:37:45)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Education and Training FY-2025 1st quarter report,
seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item X.A.1. was addressed next
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Accept the Environmental, Land, & Agriculture Division FY-2025 1st quarter
report (00:52:14)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Environmental, Land, & Agriculture Division FY-2025 1st
quarter report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
8.
Accept the Grants FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:56:17)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Grants FY-2025 1st quarter report, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
9.
Accept the Human Services Division FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:59:07)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Human Services Division FY-2025 1st quarter
report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
10.
Accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2025 1st quarter report (00:59:36)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2025 1st quarter report, seconded by
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item V.A. was addressed next
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GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
PETITIONER SHERROLE BENTON - petition # 2024-03
1.
Accept the statement of effect regarding petition # 2024-03 (02:30:30)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Councilman Jonas Hill left 11:10 a.m.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the statement of effect regarding petition # 2024-03, to accept
the legal review status update regarding petition # 2024-03, and to accept the fiscal impact statement
status update regarding petition # 2024-03, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore
2.
Accept the legal review status update regarding petition # 2024-03 (02:30:30)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the statement of effect regarding petition # 2024-03, to accept
the legal review status update regarding petition # 2024-03, and to accept the fiscal impact statement
status update regarding petition # 2024-03, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore
3.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update regarding petition # 2024-03
(02:30:30)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the statement of effect regarding petition # 2024-03, to accept
the legal review status update regarding petition # 2024-03, and to accept the fiscal impact statement
status update regarding petition # 2024-03, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore
Councilman Jonas Hill returned 11:14 a.m.
4.
Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the Benton
petition # 2024-03 (02:31:27)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the scheduling of a special General Tribal Council meeting to address
petition # 2024-03 to the February 12, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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B.
Review the April 7, 2025, tentatively scheduled General Tribal Council meeting and
determine next steps (02:34:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to reschedule the April 7, 2025, tentatively scheduled General Tribal
Council meeting to address the On^yote aka ni i Project Plan on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
C.
Schedule the 2025 semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting (02:42:40)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to schedule the 2025 semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting on Sunday,
July 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
XII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (02:45:32)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to go into executive session at 11:24 a.m., seconded by Brandon YellowbirdStevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Lisa Liggins to come out of executive session at 3:30 p.m., seconded by Lawrence Barton.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item IV.A. was re-addressed next.
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (02:48:50)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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Accept the General Manager report (02:49:06)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
3.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance January 2025 report
(02:49:20)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance January
2025 report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the November 19, 2024, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
(02:49:35)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the November 19, 2024, regular Audit Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
2.
Accept the Cage-Vault-Kiosk Year End compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (02:49:49)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Cage-Vault-Kiosk Year End compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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Accept the Sports Wagering compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (02:50:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Sports Wagering compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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NEW BUSINESS
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Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Green Bay Converting LLC
(GBC LLC) - Mutual Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement - file # 20241538 (02:50:19)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Green Bay Converting LLC
(GBC LLC) - Mutual Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement - file # 2024-1538, seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Swedish Match - Swisher
Venture Agreement 2025 - file # 2025-0013 (02:50:40)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Swedish Match - Swisher
Venture Agreement 2025 - file # 2025-0013, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
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ADJOURN (02:51:00)
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adjourn at 3:34 p.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Kathleen Hughes for Lifetime Achievements and Contribution to the
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
[Z] Open
02/12/25
D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Kathleen Hughes Lifetime Achievement Award
3. Requested Motion:
[Z] Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution Kathleen Hughes
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Programs/Services
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5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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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
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D Report
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D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
D Budgeted - Grant Funded
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Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requestor:
Revised: 01/07/2025
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oncida•nsn.gov
ONEIDA
Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jenifer Webster Council Member
Date: February 12, 2025
Re:
Lifetime Achievement
A proposal for "Lifetime Achievement" was brought forth to BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023, and received approval for recognition of "Lifetime Achievement"
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/ or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee Vice
Chairwoman, and Treasurer Kathleen Hughes at the February 12, 2025, Oneida
Business Committee meeting.
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for
the years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Kathleen Hughes
"Motion Carried. NEXT" Famous words ofI(athleen Hughes,
who served as Vice Chair and Treasure of the Oneida Nation
during some of the most progressive and prosperous years in
contemporary history.
I(athy was known for being quick no nonsense efficient kind of
leader. She may have a record for some of the fastest Business
Committee meetings ever held.
Perhaps that came from her military background as a Veteran of
the United States Army she served her nation first and foremost.
As Treasurer she commanded control of the managers to tend
their budgets and reports and it was during her tenure we were
gaining ground in keeping a set aside and saving money. She
believed in holding people accountable for their responsibilities.
Compact negotiations meant lobbying the Wisconsin Legislature
week after week, long arduous trips to Madison.
I(athy was a staunch advocate for building a better quality of life
for her people, for all people. She focused her efforts on health
care and improving our facilities and services locally and on a
national level. As Co-Chair of The Tribal Consultation Advisory
Committee she worked collaboratively with the NationalIndian
Health Board and
She was one of the most respected leaders in health issues in
Indian Country. She worked with many national committees
including the NationalIndian Health Board. In 2009 it was Vice
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Chairwoman Hughes who greeted President Obama and
informed him of the need for healthcare reform in Indian
Country. In 2010 Vice Chairwoman Hughes received the
National Impact Award for her work on a national level.
Today we are the beneficiaries of many years of dedicated
efforts by I(athy Hughes.
I(athy is the daughter of the late Edmund and Blanche Powless
who provided her with the guidance and love to be a giving and
productive woman. I(athy has a son Tim and he and his family
are proud of the woman they call Mom.
In her spare time I(athy found the time to take some time for
fishing and camping with friends she considered family.
I(athy served on the Oneida Business Committee as Treasurer in
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I(athy served as Vice Chairwoman on the Business Committee
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I(athy is retired and enjoying her time with family.
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BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
Recognizing Kathleen Hughes for Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to the Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
members of the Oneida Nation have given their time, hopes, and energies to the Nation
and community; and
WHEREAS,
those actions have provided guidance in developing the Nation to meet future goals,
provide opportunities for members, and to create programs, services and benefits for
members; and
WHEREAS,
members have stepped forward to make these decisions on behalf of all of us embracing
and demonstrating Tsiˀ Niyukwalihó•tʌ (our ways); and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has identified that recognizing these actions, such as has
been in the past for:
• Indigenous Peoples Day, resolution # BC-09-26-12-F;
• Proclamation of Oneida Nation Code Talkers Day, resolution # BC-12-11-13-A;
• Recognition of Dr. Clifford Abbott, resolution # BC-08-12-15-A
• Proclamation of Appreciation Susan White, resolution # BC-04-25-18-A;
• Proclamation Naming June 19 as Norbert S, Hill, Sr. Remembrance Day, resolution #
BC-03-27-19-B;
• Proclamation of Appreciation Charles Frederick Whitney “Chaz” Wheelock, resolution
# BC-12-09-20-B;
• Obligation for Oneida National Treasures Recognition utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings, resolution # BC-07-13-22-N;
• Recognition of members serving on the Oneida Business Committee – Lois June
Powless, Wendell William McLester, Julie Barton, and Alma Webster: and
WHEREAS,
Kathleen Hughes has had a long and varied career with the Oneida Nation and a review
of the minutes of the Oneida Business Committee shows some of this gift of her time and
skills she has given:
• her first appearance in the minutes is in 1979 as a bookkeeper working with Alma
Webster and then as Acting Assistant Controller, a Program Manager in 1980, the
Assistant then Acting and finally Tribal Administrator beginning in 1982, and then again
in 1992 when she was employed as the Assistant Gaming Manager;
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she served on the start-up of the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation for many terms and
is currently serving on the Board of Directors to assist in the transition of the hotel as
an independent property to a part of the gaming operations;
she also served on the Bingo Committee (1980), the Trust Enrollment Committee
(1990), the Gaming Commission (1991), and the Oneida Appeals Commission (2000);
she served as Treasurer for three terms working with Chairman Purcell Powless, and
two terms with Chairwoman Deborah Doxtator;
finally, Kathy Hughes served as the Vice Chairwoman of the Oneida Business
Committee for three terms from 2002 to 2011 serving with Chairwoman Cristina
Danforth, and Chairmen Gerald Danforth and Rick Hill; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee recognizes Kathleen Hughes for
her lifetime of giving her time and skills to the Oneida Nation and the community raising us all in the process.
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Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Sandra Brehmer for Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to the
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
� Open
02/12/25
D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Sandra Brehmer Lifetime Achievement Award
3. Requested Motion:
� Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution Sandra Brehmer
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
Finance
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D Gaming/Retail
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� Other: Oneida Business Committee
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
IZ] Other: Lifetime Achievement Bio
7. Budget Information:
D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
IZ] Other: Special Projects
D Presentation
D Report
IZ] Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
D Budgeted - Grant Funded
0 Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requester:
Revised: 01/07/2025
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
onelda-nsn.gov
ONEIDA
Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jenifer Webster Council Member
Date: February 12, 2025
Re:
Lifetime Achievement
A proposal for "Lifetime Achievement" was brought forth to BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023, and received approval for recognition of "Lifetime Achievement"
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/ or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee
Council member Sandra Brehmer at the February 12, 2025, Oneida Business Committee
meeting.
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for
the years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Sandra (Sandy) Brehmer
Sandra "Sandy" Brehmer is the oldest of 13 children born to the late Betty and Leo
Doxtator in 1943. Born at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay she attended St. Jospeh
Academy in Oneida. One of the two women that were instrumental in bringing gaming
to a Native Community here in Oneida back in 1976, this effort really paid off for all the
Native Wisconsin Tribes Statewide. To assist with helping pay to keep the lights on at
the Civic Center (aka Oneida Nation Memorial Building) both Sandra Brehmer and Alma
Webster started the Bingo operation that within a few years brought in hundreds of
thousands of dollars in profits for the Oneida Nation and really began the building block
/ foundation for Tribal Nations in the State of Wisconsin. Tribal gaming had begun.
The ultimate goal was to make enough revenue to keep the lights turned on in that
facility as at the time it was one of the main buildings frequented by Oneida Tribal
members and especially the kids in the area. They not only made goal they also made
enough to pay all the workers who helped build and grow this gem. Whether it was a
Bingo Caller, a Floor Worker or a young Clean-Up crew which cleaned and collected
cans for the aluminum, all were compensated as well as content in this effort and it was
truly paying off.
Although hailed as one of the Bingo Queens, Brehmer has given more to this
community than just getting Bingo rolling (which we all know is secure and stable yet
today). Sandra raised 5 children and just felt she needed to be at home more often for
her kids instead of on the Bingo floor each night. She did leave that behind as she
pursued her instincts as a mom. Sandra proudly has 5 children, Patti Hoeft, Timothy
Ninham, Pam Ninham, Steve Ninham and Matthew Ninham. She also has 6
Grandchildren, Lauren, Olivia, Vivien, Maksim, Camille and lmani as well as 2 great
grandchildren, Owen and Evan. Sandy also advocated for several initiatives that helped
put Oneida on the map as one of the most progressive Tribes in the State of
Wisconsin.
After she left the Bingo Hall, Irene Moore talked her into becoming the Community
Action Coordinator. This move led her to what's known today as the Communications
Department. She promoted everything the Tribe was then moving forward with. TV
Bingo was broadcast live on TV in the late 80's, early 90's. Then came Lott Oneida and
Big Green. All of this programming did eventually succumb to new guidelines which
were enforced by the State/ Federal Governing Laws. Brehmer attended many
tradeshows and events promoting all Oneida had to offer. As she has noted "it was
colorful" and loved doing what she did.
After careful consideration Ninham threw her hat in the ring and ran for the Business
Committee in 1993 and served 3 terms (9 years) as a councilwoman.
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BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
Recognizing Sandra Brehmer for Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to the Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
members of the Oneida Nation have given their time, hopes, and energies to the Nation
and community; and
WHEREAS,
those actions have provided guidance in developing the Nation to meet future goals,
provide opportunities for members, and to create programs, services and benefits for
members; and
WHEREAS,
members have stepped forward to make these decisions on behalf of all of us embracing
and demonstrating Tsiˀ Niyukwalihó•tʌ (our ways); and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has identified that recognizing these actions, such as has
been in the past for:
• Indigenous Peoples Day, resolution # BC-09-26-12-F;
• Proclamation of Oneida Nation Code Talkers Day, resolution # BC-12-11-13-A;
• Recognition of Dr. Clifford Abbott, resolution # BC-08-12-15-A
• Proclamation of Appreciation Susan White, resolution # BC-04-25-18-A;
• Proclamation Naming June 19 as Norbert S, Hill, Sr. Remembrance Day, resolution #
BC-03-27-19-B;
• Proclamation of Appreciation Charles Frederick Whitney “Chaz” Wheelock, resolution
# BC-12-09-20-B;
• Obligation for Oneida National Treasures Recognition utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings, resolution # BC-07-13-22-N;
• Recognition of members serving on the Oneida Business Committee – Lois June
Powless, Wendell William McLester, Julie Barton, and Alma Webster; and
WHEREAS,
Sandra (Ninham) Brehmer gave many years of service to the Oneida Nation, and the
minutes of the Oneida Business Committee show these highlights:
• In 1973 she is identified as the CAP Coordinator;
• 1980 she is identified as the Chair of the Oneida Bingo Committee;
• 1983 she participated in discussing bingo regulation with the BIA Bingo Task Force;
• 1983 involved in the promotion of forms utilized in the bingo operations for sale to other
Native Nations and the expansion of the Irene Moore Activity Center;
• 1984 she was appointed to the JTPA Council and served as the Bongo Director;
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1985 she served on the Oneida Private Industry Council;
1986 brought forward centralized advertising and development of logo and became
the Bingo Facilities/Promotions Director of Advertising and Promotions Department;
1999 she served on the Community Support Committee;
1991 served on the Anna John Nursing Home Board;
and three terms as Council Member on the Oneida Business Committee; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee recognizes Sandra (Ninham)
Brehmer for her lifetime of giving her time and skills to the Oneida Nation and the community raising us all
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ONEIDA LAW OFFICE
CONFIDENTIAL: ATTORNEY/CLIENT WORK PRODUCT
TO:
Use this number on future correspondence:
Jamie L. Willis
Health Center Department
2024-1361
FROM: Kelly M. McAndrews, Deputy Chief Counsel
Digitally signed by Kelly M.
Kelly M. McAndrews McAndrews
Date: 2024.11.07 13:03:35 -06'00'
Law Office use only
9 Purchasing review not required
܆HRD approval needed
DATE: November 7, 2024
RE:
“Addressing ADRD Disparities: Indigenous Behavioral an Cognitive Symptoms
(IBACS) Checklists”
If you have any questions or comments regarding this review, please call 869-4327.
The attached agreement, contract, policy and/or guaranty has been reviewed by the Oneida Law
Office for legal content only. Please review for compliance with the current budget resolution
prior to entering said contract. Please note the following:
History: This proposal, a project entitled “Addressing ADRD Disparities: Indigenous Behavioral
an Cognitive Symptoms (IBACS) Checklists” appears to be a consistent with and a furtherance
of BC Resolution # 04-24-19-A Community Based Movement to Build Health Equity and
Address Alzheimer’s Disease in Wisconsin’s Indian Country. There are four (4) specific aims of
this Resolution:
Specific Aim 1: Continue the Oneida Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias Community Advisory
Board “Oneida Alzheimer’s CAB” to guide a culturally tailored outreach, education and
research.
Specific Aim 2:
Reach middle-aged adults, military Veterans and youth with Dementia Curriculum.
Specific Aim 3:
Work to reduce stigma associated with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias by providing
outreach and education.
Specific Aim 4: Continue efforts to optimize access to culturally competent dementia
diagnostics.
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Compliance with BC Resolution #05-08-19-A, Research Requests: Review and Approval to
Conduct: In a memorandum to the Business Committee dated October 4, 2024, the
Comprehensive Health Division summarized the proposal and provided the recommendation.
This memorandum meets the requirements of BC Resolution #05-08-19-A, which requires
(relevant to this request):
[A]ny research request by an educational institution or business which requires access to
the Oneida Nation or members for research studies of human subjects shall be:
1. Presented to the Director of Comprehensive Health Operations for review and
recommendation for action to the Oneida Business Committee.
a. The Director shall call upon necessary expertise within the organization to review
research requests, specifically departments or entities affected, and provide a
recommendation to approve, disapprove, or amend research requests.
b. The Director shall submit the research request to the Oneida Business Committee with
a brief summary of the research, the name of the researcher, the university or business
being represented, and a recommendation to approve or disapprove the research request.
2. Be required to submit a copy of the final draft of the research to the Director for review
regarding accuracy of the information.
3. Be required to submit a copy of the published or approved research project to the
Director to be presented to the Oneida Business Committee a final published or approved
research project. The Director shall notify the researcher of the date of the Oneida
Business Committee meeting and invite the researcher to provide a brief overview of the
research and findings.
On July 12, 2024, Oneida Nation’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Community
Advisory Board (CAB) provided a letter of support for the proposal.
Similar approved projects include:
1. Indigenous Cultural Understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia
Research and Engagement (ICARE). 04-24-19-B (Medical Keepers Medical Discovery
Team).
2. Addressing Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Disparities: The American
INDIGENOUS COGNTIVE Assessment (AMICA). BC motion to approve, also BC
letter of support 10/28/2020; See also Resolution 10-28-20-C; additional consideration of
Phase 2, Law Office Review No. 2024-1329, proposed resolution included in BC Agenda
Packed for 11/13/24.
3. Oneida Helping Oneida Family Caregiving Study (OHO). Also BC resolution 10-28-20C.
4. Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Community Engaged Recruitment
(ADRC Clinical Core). 09-28-22-A.
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►The document is in appropriate legal form. (Execution is a management decision.)
Last, I have been asked if a Statement of Effect (SoE) is required. An SoE is not required for two
reasons, 1.) Research requests don’t require a resolution on the Nation’s end, a BC motion would
suffice. Comprehensive Health uses Resolutions for this purpose as a matter of preference, and
demonstration of formal approval to involved entities; 2.) Resolutions are exempt from an SoE
when it approve a contract or agreement accompanied by a legal review. Participation in the
requested study is an agreement to participate, subject to the Nation’s requirements.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
Improving Access to Dementia Care for Native American Veteran and Non-Veteran Elders
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WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the proposed research proposal is to create a collaborative effort by the University of
Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, the Department of Veteran
Affairs Office of Rural health, the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and the
Oneida Comprehensive Health Division; and
WHEREAS,
the proposed research project will combine grants from the Veteran Affairs Office of Rural
Health and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) which is available
through the HRSA grant for at least 5 years with the possibility of renewal thereafter; and
WHEREAS,
the project aims to expand existing dementia assessment and management services
through telehealth to increase access to high-quality and culturally safe dementia services
to support aging in place for Oneida Elders while educating local health care staff and
remote telehealth staff to provide high-quality, culturally safe care for elders through work
with Veteran Elders, Non-Veteran Elders and their family caregivers; and
WHEREAS,
the project plans to conduct a needs assessment to identify gaps in dementia care access
and infrastructure within the Oneida Nation Community by conducting interviews with 10
Native American elders, 10 family members and 10 tribal stakeholders, as well as 2 focus
group sessions with OCHD clinic staff. A total of 50 subjects will be enrolled who fit the
criteria of Native American, 55 years of age or older or identifying as a caregiver of a Native
American aged 55 years or older; and
WHEREAS,
targeted recruitment will aim to enroll at least 10 self-identified military Veterans and 10
caregivers of military Veterans who are able to communicate in English; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the proposed project submitted from the University of Wisconsin
Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Rural Health,
the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center in collaboration with the Oneida Comprehensive
Health Division will be led by Principal investigator Dr. Mary Wyman Clinical Psychologist Investigator, W.S.
Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (Madison VA);
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BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that data collected will be de-identified to protect confidentiality and
minimize any risk associated with the completion of this study and/or any future phases of this project will
require additional approvals in accordance with Resolution BC-05-08-19-A;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any data collected will remain the property of the Oneida Nation and
any publication of results will require prior approval of the Oneida Nation Business Committee;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that information or publications from this research and/or any phase of this
research be presented to the Oneida Business Committee prior to distribution to other forums for approval
to include presentation at community meetings, local conferences, national conferences or in scientific
journals;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Oneida Nation is the protector and owner of the information collected
as part of this study. The final disposition of the information collected will be determined by the Oneida
Nation, including it’s use, storage and/or destruction;
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Consider resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2/12/25
2. Session:
܆Open ܆Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
Requested Motion:
܆Accept as information; OR(QWHUWKHUHTXHVWHGPRWLRQUHODWHGWRWKLVLWHP
Adopt Resolution to donate $18,069.23 to the Rites of Passage
Program from the EDDCD
Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܆Finance
܆Law Office
܆Gaming/Retail
܆Other:
܆Programs/Services
܆MIS
܆Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
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Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
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Supporting Documents:
܆Bylaws
܆Contract Document(s)
܆Correspondence
܆Draft GTC Notice
܆Draft GTC Packet
܆E-poll results/back-up
܆Other:
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܆Report
܆Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܆Unbudgeted
܆Other:
܆Budgeted – Grant Funded
܆Not Applicable
Submission:
Nishimoto,
Strategy
Name,
Title/EntityEconomic
OR Choose
from Coordinator
Authorized Sponsor: Justin
Primary Requestor:
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MEMO
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Team
Date:
January 31, 2025
Re:
Tetwatunhatenyehse Request of $18,069.23 Donation for Rites of Passage
Background
The Tetwatunhatenyehse is requesting a donation for the use of the Economic Development,
Diversification, and Community Development Fund to purchase equipment to execute the Rites
of Passage (ROP) program. Tetwatunhatenyehse (We are changing our lives) is a group created
to nurture young emerging leaders and their families by reestablishing Lotinushuni teachings of
Rites of Passage and reviving community in Oneida, WI.
Current Request
Tetwatunhatenyehse requesting a $18,069.23 donation to attain the necessary funding to
purchase equipment needed to successfully execute the Rites of Passage (ROP) program. The
estimated expense covers the essential needs for the program which will be integral in making
the program sustainable for years to come.
Findings after review
The ROP is aligned with community development and quoted below:
“ROP is in direct alignment with the Nation's vision which is stated as: "A nation of strong
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The Guiding Documents utilized to determine the use of the EDDCD funds include the Broad
Goals and the Comprehensive Plan Elements which have the following related items:
¾ Health and Safety- We want healthy Tribal members and will provide an independent
health care system to nurture the health of all native people by reducing drug addictions,
providing disability support, and improving mental, physical, social, spiritual and emotional
health to help them feel safe in their environment.
¾ Social Wellness-Ensure overall wellness for latiksa shu ha tsi Niyole lotikst^ hoku ha
(children as far as the old people)
In Closing
The requested $18,069.23 from the EDDCD fund for ROP is an appropriated use of the fund.
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Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Fund (EDDCD) Request
Name: Jameson
Wilson
Date Requested: 1/30/25
Department: Rites of Passage
Please ^ĞůĞĐƚ ܈use for the funds:
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܆Housing
܆Community Design
܆Transportation, Facilities & Utilities
܆Economic Development
܆Natural Resources
܆Public Safety
܆Land Use
܆Parks and Recreation
܆Agriculture
Detailed Description (Please attach any supporting documents to form and dollar amounts needed):
Tetwatunhatenyehse (We are changing our lives) is a group created to nurture young emerging
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leaders and their families by reestablishing Lotinushuni teachings of Rites of Passage and reviving
community in Oneida, WI.
The purpose of this request is to attain the necessary funding to purchase equipment needed to
successfully execute the Rites of Passage (ROP) program. The estimated expense covers the
essential needs for the program which will be integral in making the program sustainable for years to
come. The requested amount is $18,069.23
ROP is in direct alignment with the Nation's vision which is stated as: "A nation of strong families built
on Tsi௨niyukwalihot^ and a strong economy." The ROP is a catalyst for inspiring young men and
women to reclaim our ancestral knowledge and relearn extended and clan family systems. The ROP
initiative aligns with the Nation's vision by guiding our young emerging leaders through the process of
building a strong foundational understanding of Tsi௨niyukwalihot^ and assisting them with reacquiring
their identity as On^yoteݦaāká. Therefore, the ROP is vital in sustaining a nation of strong families built
on our ways.
*For more information please refer to the 2014 Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Plan, Neighborhood Development Plan, Live, Sustain, Grow Plan,
and the Economic Development Plan.
Does this project already exist or have been approved for CIP? No
If “YES” please indicate the CIP or project number:
Responsible employee for authorizing expenditures: Jameson Wilson
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Memorandum
To:
Justin Nishimoto, Economic Development, Diversification, and Community
Development Fund
From: Councilman Jameson Wilson
Date: January 29, 2025
Re:
Rites of Passage Economic Development Community Development and
Diversification Funding Request
Purpose
This memo serves as a funding request for Rites of Passage group from Economic
Development, Diversification, and Community Development Fund.
Background
The Rites of Passage (ROP) is a grass roots initiative that is focused on mentoring youth
by sharing and demonstrating traditional cultural teachings. Tetwatunhatenyehse (We
are changing our lives) is a group created to nurture young emerging leaders and their
families by reestablishing Lotinushuni teachings of Rites of Passage and reviving
community in Oneida, WI. ROP is in direct alignment with the Nation's vision which is
stated as: "A nation of strong families built on Tsiخniyukwalihot^ and a strong economy."
The ROP is a catalyst for inspiring young men and women to reclaim our ancestral
knowledge and relearn extended and clan family systems. The estimated expense
covers the essential needs for the program which will be integral in making the program
sustainable for years to come. The requested amount is $18,069.23
Requested action
To consider the request for $18,069.23 from the Economic Development
Community Development and Diversification Fund for the Rites of Passage
program.
Other related information
Attached are the following related documents:
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
Statement of Effect
Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds
for a Donation of $18,069.23 for the Rites of Passage Program
Summary
The resolution approves an allocation of eighteen thousand sixty-nine dollars sand twenty-three
cents ($18,069.23) from the Economic Development, Diversification and Community
Development Fund for the purpose of donation to the Rites of Passage Program.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: February 3, 2025
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Business Committee has adopted resolutions which set aside funds disbursed from
corporations to the Nation in an Economic Development, Diversification and Community
Development fund (“the Fund”) and describes the process for accessing those funds. [Resolutions
BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19-C, BC-01-23-19-D, and BC-0526-21-B]. When a request to utilize monies from the Fund is received, the Review Team,
comprised of the Strategic Planner, Business Analyst, and the Budget Analyst, review the request
for use of the Fund and determines if the proposed use is consistent with the Fund. The Review
Team is then required to provide a written recommendation to the Oneida Business Committee
regarding whether to authorize the allocation from the Fund to a specific project identified by a
contract number, CIP number, economic development opportunity number or other easily
trackable number or designation. The Oneida Business Committee is then responsible for
authorizing use of the Fund by a resolution clearly identifying the amount of funds authorized and
purpose of the funds, which may be identified by a contract number, CIP number, economic
development opportunity number or other easily trackable number or designation, and the
employee responsible for authorizing expenditures of the authorized amount.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee would be approving an
allocation of eighteen thousand sixty-nine dollars sand twenty-three cents ($18,069.23) from the
Fund for the purpose of donation to the Rites of Passage Program. This resolution provides that
the eighteen thousand sixty-nine dollars sand twenty-three cents ($18,069.23) from the Fund is not
intended to be used for salaries or related expenses, and any unspent funds will be returned to the
Fund. This resolution provides that utilizing the Fund for this purpose is aligned with the Oneida
Business Committee Broad Goals and the approved Economic Development Plan Elements related
to community development. Jameson Wilson, Oneida Business Committee councilmember, is
identified as the responsible individual for this allocation of funding. This resolution does not
directly provide a contract number, CIP number, economic development opportunity number or
other easily trackable number or designation – but this funding could be tracked through the
resolution number.
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Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Oneida Nation
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Phone: (920)869-2214
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Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds
for a Donation of $18,069.23 for the Rites of Passage Program
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Fund was
created by resolutions # BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, and BC-01-23-19-D and the
procedures for use of the fund set forth in resolution # BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19- C,
and BC-05-26-21-B, Updating and Clarifying Access to the Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Fund As Amended; and
WHEREAS,
the Tetwatunhatenyehse (We are changing our lives) is a group created to nurture young
emerging leaders and their families by reestablishing Lotinushuni teachings of Rites of
Passage and reviving community in Oneida, WI; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee member, Jameson Wilson has asked the EDDCD team
to review and recommend the use of $18,069.23 for a donation to the Rites of Passage
Program; and
WHEREAS,
utilizing the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Fund to
support the Rites of Passage Program is aligned with the Oneida Business Committee
Broad Goals and approved Comprehensive Plan Elements related to community
development; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee does approve the allocation of
$18,069.23 from the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for the
purpose of a donation to the Rites of Passage Program.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, the $18,069.23 donation is not intended to be used for salaries or related
expenses and any funds not used to be refunded to the EDDCD fund.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the responsible employees identified as Business Committee Member,
Jameson Wilson.
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Adopt resolution entitled Ratifying approval of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Charter and By-Laws
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
Click or tap to enter a date.
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Adopt resolution ratifying approval of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Charter and
By-Laws.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: OYLI
☐ 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: 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:
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 01/07/2025
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Jo Anne House, PhD | Chief Counsel
James R. Bittorf | Deputy Chief Counsel
Kelly M. McAndrews | Deputy Chief Counsel
Law Office
Carl J. Artman
Krystal L. John
Peggy A. Van Gheem
Andrea L. Gage
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
DATE:
February 5, 2025
SUBJECT: Ratification of Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Charter and Bylaws
Amendments
The Oneida Business Committee received amendments to the charter and bylaws of the Oneida
Youth Leadership Institute which were reviewed by Attorney Krystal John for conformance with
tribal law. The legal review indicated that approval was at the discretion of the Oneida Business
Committee. On July 24, 2024 the Oneida Business Committee adopted a motion approving the
amendments.
Upon further review by the Government Administration Office, it was identified that the charter
and bylaws required approval by resolution. As a result, the action by motion was insufficient.
I have attached a proposed resolution which would ratify the July 24, 2025 action which satisfies
the requirements of the charter and bylaws. Adoption of the resolution would take a simple
majority vote and if adopted, would retroactively approve the charter and bylaws amendments.
This resolution does not require a Statement of Effect as it ratifies an action which was
accompanied by a legal review conducted by the Oneida Law Office.
If you have further questions, please contact me.
N7210 Seminary Road ● P.O. Box 109 ● Oneida, WI 54155 ● 920.869.4327
oneida-nsn.gov
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C.
Review the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute charter and bylaws and determine
next steps (01:18:13)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute charter and bylaws,
seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
D.
Review the Ultimate Texas Hold'Em Rules of Play and determine next steps
(01:27:44)
Sponsor: Mark A Powless, Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the notice of the Ultimate Texas Hold'Em Rules of Play
approved by the Oneida Gaming Commission on June 19, 2024, and to direct notice to the Gaming
Commission there are no requested revisions under Section 501.6-14(d), seconded by Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
E.
Approve an exception to resolution # BC-01-12-22-A and cancel the discussion on
the Executive Session section of the regular meeting agenda scheduled for
August 13, 2024 (01:28:24)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve an exception to resolution # BC-01-12-22-A and cancel the
discussion on the Executive Session section of the regular meeting agenda scheduled for August 13,
2024, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
X.
REPORTS
A.
OPERATIONAL
1.
Accept the Big Bear Media FY-2024 3rd quarter report (01:29:22)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Big Bear Media FY-2024 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
Oneida Business Committee
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BC Resolution # 02-12-25-X
Ratifying Approval of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Charter and By-laws
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (Institute) was created “to operate and support
programs and activities which promote leadership qualities in Oneida youth, and to solicit
charitable donations to fund such programs and activities” Charter, Section 1(B); and
WHEREAS,
the current Institute Board identified updates needed to the charter and by-laws originally
approved in 2016; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee received the proposed amended charter and by-laws at
the July 24, 2024, regular meeting and adopted a motion “to approve the Oneida Youth
Leadership Institute charter and bylaws”; and
WHEREAS,
the charter required amendments to be approved by resolution; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee desires to ratify the action of July 24, 2024 by adoption of
a resolution; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee ratifies the action of July 24,
2024, which adopted the amendments to the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute charter and bylaws
effective on the date of adoption of the motion.
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Accept the Finance Committee January 9, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
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 01/09/25 & 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
Revised: 01/07/2025
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E‐POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF JANUARY 9, 2025
DATE:
01/10/25
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E‐Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of January 9, 2025. The E‐Poll and minutes were sent out
yesterday and concluded today. The results of the completed E‐Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
T he re w as a M a jo r it y of 4 FC m em be rs vot i ng t o a pp ro ve t h e J an ua ry 9 ,
2 025 , F inan ce Committ ee Me et in g M in utes . FC M emb ers vot ing in c lu ded:
L i sa L igg in s , R a L in da N i nh am - L am be r ie s, Ch ad Fu ss , an d Sara h Wh it e .
These Finance Committee Minutes of January 9, 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‐ 869‐4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 09, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member and Jonas Hill, BC
Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT : Nathan Maufort, Andrew Doxtater, Paul Truttmann, Sid White, Jamie
Willis, Paul Hockers, David Emerson, Maureen Perkins, David Jordan, Mark W. Powless, and
Ashley Blaker.
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC
Chair at 8:29 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: JANUARY 09, 2025
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the January 09, 2025, Finance
Committee Meeting Agenda with one update. CapEx Request #2 will need to be
moved to under New Business #6. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: DECEMBER 19, 2024 (Approved via E‐Poll on 12/19/24)
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken
on December 19, 2024, approving the December 19, 2024, Finance Committee
Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Tweet Garot – Hotel Rooftop Units
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
Amount: $82,840.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve Tweet Garot – Hotel Rooftop
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Units in the amount of $82,840.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
V.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY25 Blkt PO – Data Financial Maint. Agreement
Andrew Doxtater, Gaming – Accounting
Amount: $601,832.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blkt PO – Data Financial
Maint. Agreement in the amount of $601,832.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. Kain Energy Corp. – HVAC Controls
Paul Truttmann, Engineering
Amount: $124,600.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the Kain Energy Corp. – HVAC
Controls in the amount of $124, 600.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Camera Corner Connecting Point – AV Systems
Paul Truttmann, Engineering
Amount: $74,116.92
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the Camera Corner Connecting Point – AV Systems
in the amount of $74,116.92. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. NV Technologies – Fire/Alarm System
Paul Truttmann, Engineering
Amount: $68,600.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the NV Technologies – Fire/Alarm
System in the amount of $68,600.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. FY25 Blkt PO – Kane Communications Group
Jamie Willis, OCHD
Amount: $169,200.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to defer the request until the FC receives
updated contract/documents and will then initiate an e‐poll for the FY25 Blkt PO
– Kane Communications Group in the amount of $169,200.00. Seconded by Lisa
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Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Jack’s Maint. Service – Deep Cleaning Services
Paul Hockers, Gaming – Admin
Amount: $71,520.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the Jack’s Maint. Service – Deep Cleaning Services
in the amount of $71,520.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
VI.
ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
REPORT:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – January 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for
January 2025. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):
1. Spanish Trip & DL Course fees
Requester: Dan Skenandore for Alysa
Amount: $750.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Spanish Trip & DL Course fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount
of $750.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Baseball Training – Velocity/GRB fees
Requester: Kelly Skenandore‐Holtz for Kai
Amount: $750.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Baseball Training – Velocity/GRB fees for the son of the requester in the
amount of $750.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Bitty Ball Training Session fees
Requester: Vanessa Miller for Lennox
Amount: $720.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Bitty Ball Training Session fees for the son of the requester in the amount of
$720.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
4. YMCA Membership
Requester: Zack Smith
Amount: $624.40 $626.40
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Motion by Sarah White to approve requests #4 and #5 from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for YMCA Membership with the noted changes of the amounts. The corrected
amount of $626.40 and not $624.40. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. YMCA Membership
Requester: Kenton Smith
Amount: $624.40 $626.40
See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Requests #4.
6. Sun Prairie Athletic Club Membership
Requester: Harrison Barton
Amount: $584.10
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Sun Prairie Athletic Club Membership in the amount of $584.10. Seconded by
Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Construct Lacrosse fees
Requester: John Nicholas for Hudson
Amount: $750.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Construct Lacrosse fees for the son of the requester in the amount of $750.00.
Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
8. Starz Gymnastics Academy fees
Requester: Twila Pamanet for Tea
Amount: $750.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Starz Gymnastics Academy fees for the daughter of the requester in the
amount of $750.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
9. Impact Sports Academy fees
Requester: Gerald Danforth for Wakinyan
Amount: $750.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the requests for #9 and
#10 in the amounts requested. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. Tri‐County Gymnastics fees
Requester: Gerald Danforth for Wicahpi
Amount: $750.00
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See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Requests #9.
11. John Casablancas Talent fees
Requester: Laura Cornelius for Cashton
Amount: $750.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the request back to the requester for additional
information for John Casablancas Talent fees for the grandson of the requester in the
amount of $750.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
Ashley to reach out to the requester for the additional information and share it with the
FC once received.
12. YMCA Membership
Requester: Laura Cornelius
Amount: $750.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for YMCA
Membership fees in the amount of $750.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
13. FVP Volleyball fees
Requester: Tawny Danforth for Sydney
Amount: $750.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for FVP
Volleyball fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $750.00. Seconded by
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
14. GBSW Baseball fees
Requester: Marques Danforth for Marques Jr.
Amount: $585.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for GBSW Baseball fees for the son of the requester in the amount of $585.00.
Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
VII. DONATION:
REQUEST(S):
1. United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. – Sponsorship
Requester: Mary Kim Titla, Executive Director
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Finance Committee
Donations the request from United National Tribal Youth, Inc. – Sponsorship in the
amount of $3,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
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VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
X. FOLLOW UP: None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. LNW – Lease (4) Cosmic Slot Machines ‐ $65 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming‐Slots
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept as information only. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously.
XII. ADJOURN: Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to adjourn. Seconded by Chad
Fuss. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:07 A.M.
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Accept the Finance Committee January 23, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
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 01/23/25 & 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
Revised: 01/07/2025
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E‐POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF JANUARY 23, 2025
DATE:
01/23/25
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E‐Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of January 23, 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:
T he re was a M a jo r it y o f 4 FC m em be rs vot i ng t o app ro ve t he J an ua ry 23 ,
2 025 , F inan ce Committ ee Me et in g M in utes . FC M emb ers vot ing in c lu ded:
J e n n if e r
Webster,
Chad
Fuss,
J on a s
Hill,
and
R aL in d a
N in h a m -
L am be r ie s.
These Finance Committee Minutes of January 23, 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‐ 869‐4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 23, 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
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
OTHERS PRESENT : Josie Skenandore, Cory Habeck, Kevin House, Tim Skenandore, David
Emerson, John Breuninger, Dan Ammerman, Kim Nohr, Gail Nohr, Deke Suri, Maureen Perkins,
and Ashley Blaker.
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC
Chair at 8:30 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: JANUARY 23, 2025
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the January 23, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Agenda.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: JANUARY 09, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 01/09/25)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on January 9,
2025, approving the January 9, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
SPECIAL FC E‐POLL:
1. John Casablancas Talent fees
Amount: $750.00
Requester: Laura Cornelius for Cashton (Approved via E‐Poll on 01/13/25)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on January 13,
2025, approving the OFF Request for John Casablancas Talent fees in the amount of
$750.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
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CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Faith Technologies – Cabling for Oneida Hotel
Josie Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $63,100.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Faith Technologies – Cabling for Oneida Hotel
in the amount of $63,100.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. OTIS Elevator Company – Oneida Hotel Lobby Elevators
Tim Skenandore, Gaming – Facilities
Amount: $549,300.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve OTIS Elevator Company – Oneida Hotel Lobby
Elevators in the amount of $549,300.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
VI.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Faith Technologies
Cory Habeck, DTS
Amount: $30,000.00
Total PO: $60,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Faith Technologies in
the amount of $30,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Vertiv Corporation – Liebert UPS‐Battery Systems
Cory Habeck, DTS
Amount: $67,516.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Vertiv Corporation – Liebert UPS‐Battery Systems in
the amount of $67,516.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Agilysys Subscription – Versa Saas Solution
Josie Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $50,267.12
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve Agilysys Subscription – Versa Saas
Solution in the amount of $50,267.12. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. OMNI Paint & Glass, LLC – Interior Painting Project
Tim Skenandore, Gaming – Facilities
Amount: $495,025.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve OMNI Paint & Glass, LLC – Interior Painting
Project in the amount of $495,025.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
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5. Bloom Companies, LLC – Uskah Village Apts.
Kevin House – Engineering
Amount: $107,989.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve Bloom Companies, LLC – Uskah
Village Apts. in the amount of $107,989.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
6. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co.
Tim Skenandore, Gaming – Facilities
Amount: $70,084.68
Total PO: $91,684.68
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co. in
the amount of $70,084.68. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
VII. DONATION:
REPORT:
1. FC Donation Report – January 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the FC Donation Report for January 2025. Seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):
1. VFW Post 7784 – Donation
Requester: Deke Suri, Post Commander (presenting gift)
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request
from VFW Post 7784 – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. Mandolin Foundation Limited – Donation
Requester: Paula Jolly, Executive Director
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Mandolin Foundation Limited – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by RaLinda
Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Veterans 1st of NEW Inc. – Donation
Requester: Kim Nohr, President
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Veterans 1st of NEW Inc. – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Sarah White.
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Motion carried unanimously.
4. One Mile Leadership Project – Donation
Requester: Major General (retired) Dan Ammerman, Mentor
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request
from One Mile Leadership Project – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
5. United Natives Sports Gala – Donation
Requester: Dr. Crystal Lee, CEO & Founder
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Finance Committee Donations
the request from United Natives Sports Gala – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
6. WisconSibs, Inc. Vegas Madness – Sponsorship
Requester: Bill Grennell, Executive Director
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to defer the request back to the requester for additional information
for the request from WisconSibs, Inc. – Sponsorship in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by
Jonas Hill. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried. Ashley to follow up
with the requester to get more information and share with the FC members.
VIII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL:
1. Finance Committee ‐ FY25 1st Quarter Report to the BC
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Finance Committee – FY25 1st Quarter
Report to the BC. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
X. FOLLOW UP: None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. IGT – Payment Term Update for IMAC ‐ $65 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming‐Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only IGT – Payment Term Update for
IMAC at $65 per day. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
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XII. ADJOURN: Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn. Seconded by Sarah White.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:10 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:
January 23, 2025
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Accept the January 15, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the January 15, 2025 Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.
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:
Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155‐0365
Oneida‐nsn.gov
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center
January 15, 2025
9:00 a.m.
Present: Jameson Wilson, Kirby Metoxen, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster, Marlon Skenandore
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz
Others Present on Microsoft Teams: Carl Artman, Carrie Lindsey, David P. Jordan, Eric
Boulanger, Shannon Stone, Justin Nishimoto, Katsitsiyo Danforth, Kristal Hill, Mark A. Powless
Sr., Mark Powless, Sarah White, Maureen Perkins, Michelle Braaten, Rae Skenandore, Ronald
Vanschyndel, Trina Schuyler, Brooke Doxtator, Michelle Tipple, Eric McLester, Fawn Cottrell,
Mae Cornelius, Matt Denny
I.
Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Jameson Wilson called the January 15, 2025, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the agenda; seconded by Marlon Skenadore. Motion
carried unanimously.
II.
Minutes to be Approved
1. December 18, 2024 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the December 18, 2024 LOC meeting minutes and
forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
Current Business
1. Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law Amendments
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to approve the adoption packet for the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan law amendments and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for
consideration; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Petition S. Benton – Move Oneida Nation Arts Program under Tourism or
Community Development
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the statement of effect for the Petition: S. Benton
– Move Oneida Nation Art Program under Tourism or Community Development with
noted change and forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried unanimously.
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3. Oneida Nation Law Enforcement Ordinance Amendments
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the updated draft and legislative analysis for the Oneida
Nation Law Enforcement Ordinance amendments; seconded by Marlon Skenandore.
Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
New Submissions
V.
Additions
VI.
Administrative Updates
VII.
Executive Session
VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 9:19 a.m.; seconded by Marlon Skenandore.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Adopt Real Property Law rule # 1 - Land Assessments for the Nation's Decisionmakers to Build an...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
02/12/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Consider adoption of the Real Property Law Rule No. 1 – Land Assessments for the
Nation’sDecisionmakers to Build an Autonomous Community.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Land Management, Oneida
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Land Commission
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:
Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
Oneida Business Committee
Jameson Wilson, Legislative Operating Committee Chairman
February 5, 2025
Certification of the Real Property Law Rule No. 1 – Land Assessments for the
Nation’s Decisionmakers to Build an Autonomous Community (LANDBAC)
The Legislative Operating Committee reviewed the certification packet provided for the Real
Property Law Rule No. 1 – Land Assessments for the Nation’s Decisionmakers to Build an
Autonomous Community (“Rule”). The Legislative Operating Committee is responsible for
certifying a proposed rule after determining the authorized agency has complied with the
requirements for certification stated in section 106.7-2 of the Administrative Rulemaking law, and
forwarding the rule to the Oneida Business Committee for consideration of adoption. [1 O.C.
106.7-3].
Certification by the Legislative Operating Committee means:
The certification packet provided by the Land Management Area of the Environmental,
Land and Agricultural Division and Oneida Land Commission for the Rule contained all
documentation required by the Administrative Rulemaking law for a complete
administrative record;
The promulgation of the Rule complied with the procedural requirements contained in the
Administrative Rulemaking law; and
The Rule did not exceed the rulemaking authority granted under the law for which the
Rule is being promulgated. [1 O.C. 106.7-2].
The Legislative Operating Committee certified the Rule on February 5, 2025.
The purpose of the Rule is to provide set consistent practices and expectations for Land
Management’s reviewing and assigning of land uses to Tribal land in a way that incorporates all
approved land policies to care for the land while working towards building an autonomous
community. [Rule 1.1-1]. The Rule addresses:
Making the Nation’s land available to internal entities, including:
Applying the land policy framework;
Proof of available land;
Land Management’s Leasing and Rental Portfolio [Rule 1.4];
External land use requests, including defining external land use requests. [Rule 1.5].
The Rule was developed in accordance with the Real Property law which provides the regulations
and procedures for the transfer, control and management of the territory within the Reservation
and all Tribal land; to integrate these regulations and procedures with the real property laws and
practices of other federal and state sovereigns which may hold jurisdiction within the Reservation;
and to establish licensing and certification requirements for the Nation’s employees dealing with
real property transactions. [6 O.C. 601.1-1]. The Real Property law delegates joint administrative
rulemaking authority to the Oneida Land Commission and the Oneida Planning Department any
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other affected Oneida divisions and departments for the purpose of developing Land Use Technical
Unit rules. [6 O.C. 601.12-2(e)]. The Real Property law provides that the Oneida Land
Commission is responsible for allocating and assigning land uses to all Tribal lands in accordance
with the Land Use Technical Unit rules.
The Rule is now ready to be considered by the Oneida Business Committee for adoption. The Rule
would become effective immediately upon adoption by the Oneida Business Committee in
accordance with section 106.9-1 of the Administrative Rulemaking law.
Requested Action
Consider the adoption of the Real Property Law Rule No. 1 – Land Assessments for the Nation’s
Decisionmakers to Build an Autonomous Community.
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Environmental, Land, & Agricultural Division
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Legislative Operating Committee
Nicole Rommel, Deputy Director – Land Management
January 27, 2025
Request for Certification of Procedural Compliance
Real Property Law Rule No. 1 – Land Assessments for the Nation’s
Decisionmakers to Build an Autonomous Community - LANDBAC
The Land Management Area of the Environmental, Land and Agricultural Division and the Land
Commission, as defined in the Real Property Law, is exercising its rulemaking authority to
further define sections of Title 6, Chapter 601, Real Property Law.
This rule is newly drafted; this rule is not amendment to an existing rule.
In accordance with the Administrative Rulemaking law, a public meeting was held for this rule
on October 8, 2024, for which the comment period expired on October 16, 2024.
The following attachments are included for your review:
1. Rule No. 1 – LANDBAC – Clean Version 1;
2. ELA Division Director Approval of Rule No. 1 – LANDBAC;
3. Oneida Land Commission Rule Approval;
4. Public Meeting Packet;
5. Copy of Public Meeting Notice Published in the Kalihwisaks – Page 28 of the October
2024 issue (published September 24, 2024); and
6. Public Meeting transcription from the October 8, 2024, Public Meeting 2.
Following certification, this rule shall become effective immediately.
The only revisions made to the rule since the public meeting were to update the name of the Environmental,
Health, Safety, Land & Agricultural Division to Environmental, Land and Agricultural Division. Accordingly, for the
Summary Report, please include the Public Meeting Packet as no revisions were made to the Summary Report
Documents.
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No public meeting sign in sheet is attached because no on attended the public meeting. Similarly, no public
comment memorandum is provided because no public comments were received.
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Little Bear Development Center
N7332 Water Circle Place
Oneida, WI 54155
Tsyunhehkwa Farm
N139 Riverdale Drive
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Land &Conservation Office
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Cannery
N7210 Seminary Rd
Oneida, WI 54155
Oneida Nation Farm
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Seymour, WI 54165
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Title 6. Property and Land – Chapter 601
REAL PROPERTY LAW
Rule # 1 – Land Assessments for the Nation’s Decisionmakers to
Build an Autonomous Community (LANDBAC)
2.1. Purpose and Policy
2.2. Adoption and Authority
2.3. Definitions
2.4. Making the Nation's Land Available to its
Internal Entities
2.5. External Land Use Requests
1.1.
Purpose and Policy
1.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this rule is to set consistent practices and expectations for Land
Management’s reviewing and assigning of land uses to Tribal land in a way that incorporates all
approved land policies to care for the land while working towards building an autonomous
community.
1.1-2. Policy. The policy behind this rule is to utilize the Nation’s various subject matter
experts when making land use decisions through consistent application of approved processes.
1.2.
Adoption and Authority
1.2-1. This rule was jointly adopted by Land Management and the Oneida Land Commission in
accordance with the Administrative Rulemaking law.
1.2-2. This rule may be amended or repealed by the joint approval of the Land Management and
the Oneida Land Commission pursuant to the procedures set out in the Administrative
Rulemaking law.
1.2-3. Should a provision of this rule or the application of this rule to any person or
circumstances be held as invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this rule
which are considered to have legal force without the invalid portions.
1.2-4. In the event of a conflict between a provision of this rule and a provision of another rule,
internal policy, procedure, or other regulation; the provisions of this rule controls.
1.2-5. This rule supersedes all prior rules, regulations, internal policies or other requirements
relating to the Leasing Law.
1.3.
Definitions
1.3-1. This section governs the definitions of words and phrases used within this rule. All
words not defined herein are to be used in their ordinary and everyday sense.
(a)
External Land Use Requests. Means a request to rent, lease or otherwise make use
of tribal land where the requesting party is not acting as a representative of a department
of the Nation that reports under the Nation’s federal Tax ID.
(b)
Land Policy Framework. Means, in relevant part, the outline approved by the
Nation that describes the desired future character of places on and around the Reservation
to include a range of possible uses and/or activities.
(c)
Internal Entity. Means an entity of the Nation operating under the direction of the
Oneida Business Committee and within the management structure of the Nation.
(d)
Land Management Senior Management. Means the Environmental, Health,
Safety, Land and Agricultural Division Director and Deputy Director and the
management team they build to implement this Rule.
(e)
Land Assessment Team. Means a group of professionals employed by the Nation
with varying subject matter expertise related to the review and assessment of real
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property that is assembled by Land Management to review and assess the Nation’s land
uses.
(f)
Land Data Sheet. Means a comprehensive summary of the status of a specific
parcel of land owned by the Nation to include information related to any encumbrances,
contracts, encroachments, improvements, assigned uses and/or preliminary uses the
format of which is approved by the Oneida Land Commission.
(g)
Acquisition Data Sheet. Means an acquisition review tool prepared by the
Acquisition Manager to provide summary information about the proposed acquisition to
include property identifying information, which Land Commission priorities it meets,
how it compares to similar properties that have recently sold, and any concerns
highlighted by the Nation’s subject matter experts.
(h)
Preliminary Use Report. Means a report prepared by the Land Assessment Team
that identifies the physical characteristics of a specific parcel owned by the Nation and
which identifies general uses that are permitted and not permitted based on the parcels
specific characteristics and designations in accordance with effective land laws, rules and
policies.
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Specific Use Report. Means a report prepared by the Land Assessment Team that
reviews a proposed specific use of a specific parcel of land owned by the Nation that
provides recommendations for Land Commission’s consideration in reviewing a specific
use request.
1.4.
Making the Nation’s Land Available to its Internal Entities.
1.4-1. Applying the Land Policy Framework. Land owned by the Nation shall be made available
to the Nation’s entities for uses that align with the Land Policy Framework. When Land
Management is evaluating use of a parcel, Land Management shall submit the Land Data Sheet
for the parcel to the Planning and Development Director to eliminate possible uses of the parcel
based on the Land Policy Framework. Upon receipt of the updated Land Data Sheet with any
potential uses required to be eliminated by the Land Policy Framework reflected, Land
Management shall send the parcel’s Land Data Sheet to the Land Assessment Team to request a
Preliminary Use Report, which will be used to identify potential uses for the subject parcel.
(a) Potential Uses of the Nation’s Land. All uses of the Nation’s land shall be classified
into one of the following categories of use which can be further classified as uses by
internal or external parties:
(1) Residential;
(2) Commercial;
(3) Agricultural;
(4) Institutional;
(5) Industrial;
(6) Conservancy;
(7) Mixed Use;
(8) Open Space; or
(9) Flex Use.
(b) Land Assessment Team. The Land Assessment Team shall be comprised of the
following professionals employed by the Nation:
(1) Land Management Senior Management;
(2) Planning and Development Area Manager;
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(3) Environmental Specialist;
(4) Tribal Historical Preservation Officer;
(5) GLIS Specialist;
(6) Zoning Administrator;
(7) Other subject matter experts based on the characteristics of the parcel to
include:
A. If there is a house, then Comprehensive Housing Division Maintenance
and Rehabilitation Area Manager.
(c) Preliminary Use Report. Land Management shall generate a preliminary use report
template that allows space for each member of the Land Assessment Team to provide
subject matter expertise feedback regarding a subject parcel. The template shall ask each
team member if there are any potential use that should be eliminated based on their
assessment of the parcel. Upon receipt of a Land Data Sheet and a request to complete a
preliminary use report, each team member shall have 30 calendar days to complete their
entry in the Preliminary Use Report.
(1) Governmental Land Hold. A governmental land hold removes the parcel from
the pool of land available for use. The Planning and Development Area
Manager’s entry on the Preliminary Use Report shall ask whether Planning and
Development is requesting a governmental hold on the parcel for the Nation’s
future development or for use as open space.
(d) Land Data Sheet. When the Preliminary Use Report is complete, Land Management
shall enter the potential uses that were not eliminated into the parcel’s Land Data Sheet as
“allowed” and shall enter “disallowed” for all used that were eliminated by the team.
(e) Holding Land for Governmental Development or Open Space. When the Preliminary
Use Report is complete, if the Planning Area Manager requested the parcel to be held for
governmental development or open space use, then the Planning Manager shall submit an
approval request to hold the parcel to the General Manager with a memorandum in
support which cites to support in the Land Policy Framework and any pertinent zoning
recommendations based on the requested hold. The approval request shall be submitted
to the General Manager within 30 calendar days of the date the Preliminary Use Report is
finalized, and the General Manager shall have 10 calendar days to issue an approval or
denial of the Planning and Development Area Manager’s request wherein a declination to
respond to the request within the provided timeframe shall be deemed an approval.
(1) General Manager Response. The General Manager shall issue his or her
response to both the Planning Manager and Land Management.
(A) Approve. If the General Manager approves the Planning Manager’s
request to hold the land for the Nation’s development or open space use,
then the Planning and Development Area Manager shall submit the
request to hold the parcel(s) along with supporting documentation and the
General Manager’s approval to the next available Oneida Land
Commission meeting.
(B) Modify. If the General Manager approves the Planning Manager’s
request to hold the land for the Nation’s development or open space use
subject to modifications, then the Planning Manager shall implement all
modifications required by the General Manager and submit the modified
request to hold the parcel(s) along with supporting documentation and the
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General Manager’s approval to the next available Oneida Land
Commission meeting.
(B) Deny. If the General Manager denies the Planning Manager’s request
to hold the land for the Nation’s development or open space use, then
Land Management shall file the request and the denial in the parcel’s data
file and continue processing the land for inclusion in the Pool of Available
Land as provided in section 2.4-2 below.
(2) Oneida Land Commission Response. If the General Manager approved or
modified the Planning Manager’s request to hold land out of the Pool of Available
Land, when the request is brought before the Oneida Land Commission, the
Oneida Land Commission shall take one of the following actions:
(A) Approve. If the Oneida Land Commission approves the request to
hold the land for the Nation’s development or open space use, then Land
Management shall update the status of the parcel(s) accordingly on the
Land Data Sheet(s) and shall remove said parcel(s) from the Pool of
Available Land, as provided in section 2.4-2 below.
(B) Modify. If the General Manager approves the Planning Manager’s
request to hold the land for the Nation’s development or open space use
subject to modifications, then Land Management shall implement all
modifications required by the Land Commission, update the status of the
parcel(s) accordingly on the Land Data Sheet(s) and remove said parcel(s)
from the Pool of Available Land, as provided in section 2.4-2 below.
(B) Deny. If the Oneida Land Commission denies the request to hold the
land for the Nation’s development or open space use, then Land
Management shall file the request and the denial in the parcel’s data file
and continue processing the land for inclusion in the Pool of Available
Land as provided in section 2.4-2 below.
(3) Zoning Verification. If Land Commission approves any land hold for
governmental development and/or open space use, then Land Management shall
request confirmation from the Zoning Administrator that the parcel’s current
zoning designation aligns with Land Commission’s approved land hold. If the
Zoning Administrator determines either an initial Oneida zoning or a rezoning of
Oneida’s prior zoning designation is required, the Zoning Administrator shall
engage the Oneida Zoning and Shoreland Protection law to execute the required
zoning actions. The Zoning Administrator shall inform Land Management of any
approved zoning actions affecting the parcel for tracking in the Land Data Sheet;
Land Management shall update the Land Data Sheet with zoning information as
soon as possible.
1.4-2. Pool of Available Land. Land Management shall maintain a list of all parcels that are
available for use, internally or externally, where said list shall include all parcels except those
that are held for governmental development and/or open space use as provide in 2.4-1 above.
(a) Advertising Parcels for Internal Use. Land Management shall create a list of the pool
of available land to be advertised for internal entities on the Oneida intranet.
(1) At a minimum, the list shall include:
A. Parcel number and address (if available);
B. Link to the Preliminary Use Report; and
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C. Summary of potential uses based on the Preliminary Use Report.
(2) Land Management shall ensure that all parcels are posted in the pool of
available land advertised for internal entities for a minimum of ninety (90)
calendar days before Land Management may assign said lands to any of its rental
or leasing portfolios.
(3) Any internal entities with interest in any advertised parcels shall submit the
Parcel Interest Form to Land Management wherein the Parcel Interest Form shall
be available with the Pool of Available Land advertisement on the Oneida
Intranet. The form shall indicate to internal entities that they may request the land
be available for a future use so that any use assigned by Land Management are
short term in nature to make the future use possible.
(4) When Land Management receives a Parcel Interest Form, Land Management
shall reassemble the Land Assessment Team for development of a specific use
report that includes each professional’s recommendations in relation to the
specific use requested by the internal entity. Land Management shall assemble
the team’s recommendations related to the requested use and formulate an
overarching recommendation in the Specific Use Report for Oneida Land
Commission’s consideration. When the Specific Use Report is complete, Land
Management shall submit the request along with the Specific Use Report and any
corresponding supporting documentation to the next available Oneida Land
Commission agenda and shall notify the requestor of the Land Commission’s
meeting date and how the requestor may attend the meeting.
A. Specific Use Report. Land Management shall generate a specific use
report template that allows space for each member of the Land
Assessment Team to provide subject matter expertise feedback regarding a
subject parcel.
B. Land Commission Approval. If Land Commission approved the,
current or future requested use of a parcel by an internal entity, then:
i. Current Use. If Land Commission approved a current use,
Land Management shall process an Internal Building and Land
Assignment to the Internal Entity for the use approved by the Land
Commission.
ii. Future Use. If Land Commission approved a future use, Land
Management shall note that the parcel be available for internal use
at a future date on the Land Data Sheet to ensure and agreements
entered on the parcel expire before the internal entity’s requested
use start date.
iii. Zoning Actions. If the Specific Use Report notes any required
zoning actions in order to implement the requested use, the Zoning
Administrator shall take said execute the required zoning action
following Land Commission’s approval of a specific use. The
Zoning Administrator shall inform Land Management of any
approved zoning actions affecting the parcel for tracking in the
Land Data Sheet; Land Management shall update the
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