# Oneida Business Committee (2022)

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## Record

- **Collection:** Tribal code
- **Document type:** Tribal code

## Text

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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM1 Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams
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, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.

I.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

OPENING

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE
A.

Oneida Election Board - Jermaine Delgado, Raymond Skenandore and Kalene White
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Oneida Gaming Commission - Michelle Braaten
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Oneida Land Claims Commission - Michael King
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

D.

Oneida Land Commission - Jennifer Hill and Rebecca Webster
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

E.

Oneida Nation Commission on Aging - Mary Doxtator and Carole Liggins
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

F.

Oneida Nation School Board - Kathleen Cornelius and Sacheen Lawrence
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

1 The Business Committee will be recessing from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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G.

V.

MINUTES
A.

VI.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution 08-1122-A Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

APPOINTMENTS
A.

VIII.

Approve the August 10, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

RESOLUTIONS
A.

VII.

Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Jermaine Delgado, Norbert Hill Jr. and Kirsten
VanDyke
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Anna John Resident Centered
Care Community Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.

B.

IX.

Accept the July 7, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the August 1, 2022, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

2.

Accept the August 15, 2022, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

STANDING ITEMS
A.

ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions
1.

Consider the tribal member request regarding the Student Relief Fund
Sponsor: Lauren Carr, Tribal Member

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TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

XI.

XII.

XIII.

Approve the travel report - Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Kirby Metoxen Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) Summer meeting - New Buffalo, MI August 9-12, 2022
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens to attend the Secretary of the Interior The Road to
Healing in Pellston, MI - August 12-13, 2022
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved the travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens to attend the Democratic Congressional Campaign
Committee TEAM Program Palm Springs Issues Conference in Rancho Mirage, CA September 8-10, 2022
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve two (2) requested actions - CDC # 15-001 Oneida Community Cannery
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

B.

Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Consider Quality of Life Committee recommendation of allocating $150,000 from the
Economic Development Diversity and Community Development Fund to the Safe
Shelter, Inc.
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

REPORTS
A.

CORPORATE BOARDS (9:30 a.m.)
1.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation Inc. FY-2022 3rd quarter report
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

2.

Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2022 3rd quarter report
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation

3.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2022 3rd quarter report
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

4.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2022 3rd quarter report
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

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GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

XV.

Reschedule the special General Tribal Council meeting to consider the FY-2023
budget
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

B.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

2.

Accept the General Manager report (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

3.

Accept the Chief Financial Officer August 2022 report
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer

4.

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
August 2022 report
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs

5.

Accept the Treasurer's July 2022 report (11:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

6.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation Inc. FY-2022 3rd quarter executive report
(1:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

7.

Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2022 3rd quarter executive
report (2:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation

8.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2022 3rd quarter executive report
(2:00 p.m.)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

9.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2022 3rd quarter executive report (3:00
p.m.)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

10.

Accept the Corporate Boards 3rd quarter analysis report
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Approve the FY-2021 year end audited financial statements presented by
RSM, US Auditors (10:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

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C.

XVI.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Approve 81 new enrollments
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Trust Enrollment Committee

2.

Review Application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Anna John Resident Centered
Care Community Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

3.

Review project report from DR 15 and determine next steps
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

4.

Determine next steps regarding two (2) actions regarding employment
vacancy
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

5.

Determine next steps regarding DR05 employment contract – file #2022-0647
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

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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Oneida Election Board - Jermaine Delgado, Raymond Skenandore and Kalene White

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Election Board – Jermaine Delgado, Raymond Skenandore and Kalene White
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Oneida Gaming Commission - Michelle Braaten

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Gaming Commission

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Gaming Commission – Michelle Braaten
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Oneida Land Claims Commission - Michael King

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Land Claims Commission

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Land Claims Commission – Michael King
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Oneida Land Commission - Jennifer Hill and Rebecca Webster

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Land Commission

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Land Commission – Rebecca Webster and Jennifer Hill
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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Oneida Nation Commission on Aging - Mary Doxtator and Carole Liggins

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging – Mary Doxtator and Carole Liggins
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

Public Packet

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Oneida Nation School Board - Kathleen Cornelius and Sacheen Lawrence

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

Public Packet

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Nation School Board – Sacheen Lawrence, Kathleen Cornelius
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

Public Packet

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Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Jermaine Delgado, Norbert Hill Jr. and Kirsten VanDyke

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

Public Packet

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Background
On July 16, 2022 the Oneida 2022 Special Election was held.
On August 10, 2022 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2022 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee – Jermaine Delgado, Norbert Hill Jr. and Kirsten
VanDyke
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

Public Packet

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Approve the August 10, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

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:

CELLIS1

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DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams1
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Council members: Marie
Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan;
Arrived at: Secretary Lisa Liggins at 8:47 a.m.;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth, Council members: Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster;
Others present: Jo Anne House, Larry Barton, Melinda J. Danforth, Mark W. Powless, Louise
Cornelius, Todd VanDen Heuvel, Debra Powless, Danelle Wilson, Rae Skenandore, Chad Fuss,
Arlinda Locklear, Scott Dacey;
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins Council members: Marie Cornelius,
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan;
Not Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Council members: Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Larry Barton, Mark W. Powless, Todd Vandenheuvel, Katsitsiyo
Danforth, Kaylynn Gresham, Danelle Wilson, Rhiannon Metoxen, Kristal Hill, Justin Nishimoto, Rae
Skenandore, Loucinda Conway, Lisa Summers, Eric Boulanger, Melanie Burkhart, Lori Hill, Tina
Jorgensen, Shannon Stone, Cheryl Stevens, Jacque Boyle, Carl Artman, Grace Elliott, Leah Stroobants,
Joshua Cottrell, William Gollnick, Jameson Wilson, Christopher Johnson, Debbie Melchert, Brooke
Doxtator, Shannon Davis, Carol Silva, Nicolas Reynolds, Amy Spears, Pam Nohr, Jennifer Hill-Kelley,
Mark A. Powless, Sr., Diane Hill, Lloyd Ninham, Chris Cornelius, Kerry Kennedy, Jeanette Ninham, Kory
Wesaw, Kim Nishimoto, Mike Debraska, Aliskwet Ellis;

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 8:32 a.m.
For the record: Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Kirby Metoxen are out on approved travel
attending the Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) Summer meeting in New Buffalo, MI.
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster is out on vacation.

II.

OPENING (00:01:10)

Opening provided by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens.

1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file

sharing, and video meetings.

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DRAFT
III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:28)

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt the agenda with five (5) changes [1) under the Resolutions section,
add item entitled Adopt resolution entitled Authorization and Delegation of Authority to Enter Into the
State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Allocation Agreement with the U.S. Department of
Treasury; 2) under the Travel Request section, add item entitled Approve the travel request Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Tribal Health Conference - Washington, D.C. September 25-29, 2022; 3) under the New Business section, add item entitled Approve two (2) hours
time paid for Kunhi-yo 2022 Event; 4) under the General Tribal Council section, add item entitled
Consider the dates provided in accordance with resolution BC-07-27-22-P; and 5) under the section
Executive Session, Audit Committee, delete item entitled Approve the FY-2021 year end audited
financial statements presented by RSM, US Auditors], seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

IV.

MINUTES
A.

Approve the July 27, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:04:28)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the July 27, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

V.

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Elder Interview Program (00:05:00)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to table item V.A. Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Elder Interview Program,
seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion failed:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan
Opposed:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-10-22-A Saving Our History - Oneida Elder
Interview Program - Oneida General Welfare Exclusion Program with a two (2) noted changes [1) in
line 1, change "Oneida Elder Interview Program" to "Saving Our History - Oneida Elder Interview
Program - Oneida General Welfare Exclusion Program"; and 2) in line 104, change "August 10, 2022"
to "February 1, 2022", seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins
Abstained:
David P. Jordan
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Adopt resolution entitled Authorization and Delegation of Authority to Enter Into
the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Allocation Agreement with the
U.S. Department of Treasury (00:21:04)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt resolution entitled 08-10-22-B Authorization and Delegation of
Authority to Enter Into the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Allocation Agreement with the
U.S. Department of Treasury, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

VI.

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) seat - Haudeneshonee Nationals
Development Board (00:32:44)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to endorse Byran Halona for the recommendation to the Haudeneshonee
Nationals Development Board, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

VII.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the June 2, 2022, regular Community Development Planning Committee
meeting minutes (00:35:58)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the June 2, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the July 20, 2022, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:36:41)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the July 20, 2022, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the June 30, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes
(00:42:30)
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the June 30, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

VIII.

STANDING ITEMS
A.

Accept the CIP # 07-009 - Building Demolitions August 2022 status report
(00:43:18)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the CIP # 07-009 - Building Demolitions August 2022 status
report and direct that future status reports are included in the Division of Public Works quarterly
reporting schedule, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions
1.

Adopt resolution entitled Amendment of BC Resolution # 07-13-22-M Obligation
for Public Arts and Arts Survey Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings (00:47:58)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt resolution entitled 08-10-22-C Amendment of BC Resolution # 0713-22-M Obligation for Public Arts and Arts Survey Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings, seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
2.

Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Oneida Nation Home Infrastructure
Program Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings (00:55:10)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-10-22-D Obligation for Oneida Nation Home
Infrastructure Program Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings with two (2) changes [1) in line 94, change
"FINALLY" to "FURTHER"; and 2) after line 96, add "BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Oneida
Business Committee rescinds BC Resolution # 07-13-22-P."], seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2022 Annual
Department of Children and Families Tribal Consultation meeting - Baraboo, WI May 9-10, 2022 (01:01:42)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the
2022 Annual Department of Children and Families Tribal Consultation meeting in Baraboo, WI - May 910, 2022, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for
Children and Families (ACF) Tribal Advisory Committee meeting - Washington,
D.C. - June 21-24, 2022 (01:02:32)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the
Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Tribal Advisory Committee meeting in Washington,
D.C. - June 21-24, 2022, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
C.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2022 Midwest Tribal
Consultation Session - Milwaukee, WI - July 18-20, 2022 (01:03:14)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the
2022 Midwest Tribal Consultation Session in Milwaukee, WI - July 18-20, 2022, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

X.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel for
Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the Secretary of The Interior The Road to
Healing in Pellston, MI - August 12-13, 2022 (01:03:50)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Marie Cornelius to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel for
Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the Secretary of The Interior The Road to Healing in Pellston, MI August 12-13, 2022, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Tribal
Health Conference - Washington, D.C. - September 25-29, 2022 (01:04:26)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to
attend the National Tribal Health Conference in Washington, D.C. - September 25-29, 2022,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa
Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

XI.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Accept the 2022 Special Election final report and declare the official results
(01:06:20)
Sponsor: Pamela Nohr, Chair/Oneida Election Board

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the 2022 Special Election final report and declare the official
results, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

Approve two (2) hours time paid for Kunhi-yo 2022 Event (01:12:25)
Sponsor: Shannon F. Hill, Tribal Member

Motion by Daniel Guzman King to approve finalizing authorization of two (2) hours of paid work time for
the Kunhi-yo 2022 Event and to direct the Secretary to submit through an e-poll, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

XII.

REPORTS
A.

OPERATIONAL
1.

Accept the Emergency Management Department FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(01:51:08)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Emergency Management Department FY-2022 3rd quarter
report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS
1.

Accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY-2022 3rd
quarter report (01:52:38)
Sponsor: Beverly Anderson, Vice-Chair/Anna John Resident Centered Care
Community Board

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
2.

Accept the Environmental Resources Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(01:53:25)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Environmental Resources Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the General Manager to complete the assessment regarding the
feasibility of the Environmental, Health, Safety, Land, & Agriculture Division taking on the roles of the
Environmental Resources Board and for the assessment to be submitted at the second meeting
Business Committee meeting in September, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Oneida Community Library Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(01:56:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Oneida Community Library Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
4.

Accept the Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report (01:56:35)
Sponsor: Kelli Strickland, Chair/Oneida Nation Arts Board

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
5.

Accept the Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter
report (01:57:14)
Sponsor: Gerald Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee FY-2022 3rd
quarter report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
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Accept the Oneida Personnel Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report (01:57:51)
Sponsor: Twylite Moore, Vice-Chair/Oneida Personnel Commission

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Personnel Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to forward the discussion of next steps for the Oneida Personnel Commission to
the September Business Committee Work Session, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
7.

Accept the Oneida Police Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:00:33)
Sponsor: Richard Van Boxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Police Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
8.

Accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter
report (02:01:10)
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2022 3rd
quarter report, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
9.

Accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board FY2022 3rd quarter report (02:01:51)
Sponsor: Diane Hill, Chair/Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory
Board

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory
Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
C.

ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS
1.

Accept the Oneida Election Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:04:50)
Sponsor: Pamela Nohr, Chair/Oneida Election Board

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Election Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:07:09)
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(02:09:22)
Sponsor: Chris Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Land Claims Commission

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Business Committee liaisons to the Oneida Land Claims
Commission to set up a joint meeting to provide updates, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
4.

Accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:26:04)
Sponsor: Rebecca Webster, Chair/Oneida Land Commission

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
5.

Accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(02:27:10)
Sponsor: Carole Liggins, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2022 3rd quarter
report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
6.

Accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:29:10)
Sponsor: Sacheen Lawrence, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Accept the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(02:30:21)
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter
report, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
D.

STANDING COMMITTEES
1.

Accept the Community Development Planning Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter
report (02:34:11)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Community Development Planning Committee FY-2022 3rd
quarter report, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
2.

Accept the Finance Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:34:51)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Finance Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(02:35:47)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
4.

Accept the Quality of Life FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:36:20)
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Quality of Life FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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OTHER
1.

Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2022 3rd quarter report
(02:37:05)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2022 3rd quarter
report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, took a 10 minute recess at 11:10 a.m.
Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 11:22 a.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Councilwoman Marie Cornelius,
Councilman Daniel Guzman King, Councilman David P. Jordan
Not Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Councilman Kirby Metoxen,
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster

XIII.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

Approve budget meeting materials (02:39:27)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Secretary to bring to the August 24, 2022, regular Business
Committee meeting alternate dates to reschedule the special General Tribal Council meeting to
consider the FY-2023 budget, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

Consider the dates provided in accordance with resolution BC-07-27-22-P
(02:43:00)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to schedule Tuesday, November 15, 2022, as the date to hold the virtual
General Tribal Council meeting in accordance with BC Resolution # 07-27-22-P, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (02:52:55)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve contract amendment - Oneida Law Office - file # 2019-0857,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve requested action for contract - file # 2022-0630 as identified in the
August 9, 2022, memorandum from the Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications director,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Abstained:
Daniel Guzman King
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
2.

Accept the General Manager report (02:55:27)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:55:27)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
4.

Accept the Retail Enterprise FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:55:27)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Retail Enterprise FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Accept the Human Resources FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:55:27)
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Human Resources FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
B.

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the May 19, 2022, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes (02:56:25)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the May 19, 2022, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
2.

Accept the Audit Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report (02:57:00)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Audit Committee FY-2022 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Card Games/Poker compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (02:57:23)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Card Games/Poker compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
4.

Accept the Craps Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (02:57:46)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Craps Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
5.

Accept the Drop and Count compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (02:58:10)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Drop and Count compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

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Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 13 of 14

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DRAFT
C.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Review resume(s) for one (1) seat - Haudeneshonee Nationals Development
Board (02:58:45)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the discussion regarding the resume(s) for the one (1) seat Haudeneshonee Nationals Development Board as information, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

XV.

ADJOURN (02:59:10)

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adjourn at 11:42 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster

Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.

Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE
Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution 08-11-22-A Participation in...

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

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:

CELLIS1

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From:
To:
Cc:
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Secretary
Secretary; Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins; Daniel P.
Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Ethel M. Summers; Jennifer A. Webster
Danelle A. Wilson; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Kristal E. Hill; BC_Agenda_Requests; Todd A. Vanden Heuvel; Joshua
C. Cottrell
E-POLL RESULTS: Adopt resolution entitled Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
Thursday, August 11, 2022 4:31:40 PM
BCAR Adopt resolution entitled Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am Healthy) 2022 Conference.pdf
08-11-22-A Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference.pdf

E-POLL RESULTS
The e-poll to adopt resolution entitled 08-11-22-A Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy)
2022 Conference, has carried. Below are the results:
Support: Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby
Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Aliskwet Ellis
Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office

O: 920.869.4408 • E: cellis1@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message and any included attachments are intended only for the addressee. This message
may contain privileged, confidential, or proprietary information. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or
use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this message in error, please inform
us promptly by reply e-mail, then delete the e-mail and destroy any printed copy.

From: Secretary
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 4:04 PM
To: Secretary ; Tehassi Tasi Hill ;
Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens ; Cristina S. Danforth
; Lisa A. Liggins ; Daniel P. Guzman
; David P. Jordan ; Kirby W. Metoxen
; Ethel M. Summers ; Jennifer A.
Webster
Cc: Danelle A. Wilson ; Rhiannon R. Metoxen
; Kristal E. Hill
Subject: E-POLL REQUEST: Adopt resolution entitled Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022
Conference

E-POLL REQUEST
Summary:

Public Packet
At the August 10, 2022, regular Oneida Business Committee meeting a tribal member
request was submitted to allow paid work time for participation in the Kunhi-Yo (I am
healthy) 2022 Conference. This conference involves providing education and support
regarding opioid abuse – speakers, education, activities, resources, and support Services.
The discussion at the meeting was in support of attendance at this conference and
adoption of the following motion: Motion to support finalizing authorization of 2 hours paid
work time for the Kunhi-Yo 2022 Conference and submission through an e-poll. The e-poll
was directed to allow a resolution to be adopted to formalize this authorization and give
supervisors sufficient time to be able to arrange for employees to attend and still
maintain coverage for regular business activities.
Justification for E-Poll:
An e-poll was directed to be completed at the August 10, 2022, regular Oneida Business
Committee meeting.
Requested Action:
Adopt resolution entitled Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Voting:

1. Use the voting button above, if available; OR
2. Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.

Aliskwet Ellis
Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office

O: 920.869.4408 • E: cellis1@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message and any included attachments are intended only for the addressee. This message
may contain privileged, confidential, or proprietary information. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or
use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this message in error, please inform
us promptly by reply e-mail, then delete the e-mail and destroy any printed copy.

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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
Motion to adopt resolution titled “Participation in Kuhni-Yo (I am healthy) 2022
Conference”

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Human Resources

☒ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

Department

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:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

PO Box 365 ● Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

MEMORANDUM
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

DATE:

August 10, 2022

SUBJECT: E-Poll - Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
At the August 10, 2022, regular Oneida Business Committee meeting a tribal member request
was submitted to allow paid work time for participation in the Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022
Conference. This conference involves providing education and support regarding opioid abuse –
speakers, education, activities, resources, and support Services.
The discussion at the meeting was in support of attendance at this conference and adoption of the
following motion.
Motion to support finalizing authorization of 2 hours paid work time for the Kunhi-Yo
2022 Conference and submission through an e-poll.
The e-poll was directed to allow a resolution to be adopted to formalize this authorization and
give supervisors sufficient time to be able to arrange for employees to attend and still maintain
coverage for regular business activities.
Attached is a proposed resolution for this action.
I've confirmed with the Executive HR Director that his area will ensure this authorization is
communicated to the organization in a timely manner, if adopted.
Requested Action: Adopt resolution entitled Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy)
2022 Conference.

A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.

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NON-PRODUCTIVE HOURS - FY 2021

INCOME CODE
COVID
EXERC
FNJB1
JDJB1
PRJB1
RECV1
REEX1
REFN1
RENP1
REPR1
RGNP1
Overall - Total

INCOME DESC
Covid
Exercise
Funeral
Jury Duty
Parental
Revised Covid
Revised Exercise
Revised Funeral
Revised Non-Productive
Revised Parental
Non-Productive

# OF EMPLOYEES
705
1807
1579
17
237
47
1
9
15
3
572
4992

TOTAL HOURS
14,924.50
2,428.00
13,229.50
64.75
528.00
400.25
0.50
74.25
11.75
9.50
7,478.50
39,149.50

TOTAL AMOUNT
324,152.70
57,596.80
279,838.69
1,297.58
11,711.16
10,856.89
12.90
2,399.39
347.24
203.87
121,642.95
$810,060.17

Revised income codes are used when revisions are necessary for prevoius pay periods.

NON-PRODUCTIVE HOURS - FY 2022 so far
INCOME CODE
COVID
ECJB1
EXERC
FNJB1
JDJB1
PRJB1
RECV1
REEX1
REFN1
REJD1
RENP1
RGNP1
Overall - Total

INCOME DESC
Covid
Emergency
Exercise
Funeral
Jury Duty
Parental
Revised Covid
Revised Exercise
Revised Funeral
Revised Non-Productive
Revised Parental
Non-Productive

# OF EMPLOYEES
1033
550
1792
1457
21
574
24
3
11
1
6
477
5949

TOTAL HOURS
25,844.25
4,834.50
2,516.25
11,857.25
65.50
1,371.50
328.25
4.50
95.00
5.00
34.25
7,343.00
54,299.25

TOTAL AMOUNT
560,931.47
137,690.19
67,157.28
284,028.79
1,371.32
34,900.07
7,255.66
131.56
2,557.59
224.15
765.74
123,503.62
$1,220,517.44

Revised income codes are used when revisions are necessary for prevoius pay periods.
RGNP1 includes a few different paid benefits such as voting, blood donation, COVID vaccination/boosters, etc.

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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214

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Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
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 Nation has focused for many decades on addressing alcoholism and
providing support for this afflicted and affected by alcoholism; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has more recently identified the drug abuse has
increased within the Reservation and more members have been afflicted and affected by
drug abuse; and

WHEREAS,

the Tribal Action Plan program has identified specific areas of concern and resources to
respond to drug and alcohol abuse and its impact on members and families; and

WHEREAS,

the Behavioral Health Program has worked in coordination with the Tribal Action Plan
program and identified resources and services to respond to drug and alcohol abuse and
its impact on members and families; and

WHEREAS,

the Behavioral Health Program has received a grant supporting a Tribal Opioid Response
initiative which is supporting the Kunhi-Yo “I am healthy” 2022 Conference on August 31,
2022 at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee supports resources and services that provide assistance
in reducing drug and alcohol abuse and its impact on members and families; and

WHEREAS,

the Chief Financial Officer has identified that this is a budgeted expense; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee directs the authorization of up
to two hours of paid work time to attend the Kunhi-Yo 2022 Conference. Employees are required to obtain
supervisor authorization prior to using this paid work time. Supervisors are encouraged to make
scheduling arrangements to allow employees to attend. The two hours of paid work time cannot result in
over 40 hours worked in the work week.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Commtitee directs the Executive Director of Human
Resources Department to inform supervisors and employees of this action.

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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
Participation in Kunhi-Yo (I am healthy) 2022 Conference
Summary
This resolution authorizes two hours paid work time to attend the Kunhi-Yo 2022 Conference.
Submitted by Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Date: August 10, 2022
Analysis
The Oneida Nation provides benefits to employees that include personal and vacation time-off
and paid time off such as to vote in elections. The Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures,
section IV(A)(5), identifies that “Personal Days can be used for any reason so long as the request
is approved by the employee's supervisor at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance” and “an
employee shall notify his/her supervisor one (1) day in advance if he/she will take off one (1) or
two (2) days of vacation.”
Paid work time is authorized as paid time for a specific purpose. An example of a paid work time
is resolution # BC-10-13-10-B, Encouraging Tribal Employees to Participate in Political
Process. This resolution authorizes up to one hour of paid work time to vote with prior approval
from their department manager or supervisor.
The Chief Financial Officer, at the Oneida Business Committee meeting of August 10, 2022
identified that paid work time is a budgeted expense and requires no additional action by the
Oneida Business Committee under the Budget and Finance law, ch. 121.
This resolution authorizes:
• two hours of paid work time to attend the Kunhi-Yo 2022 Conference;
• employees are required to obtain supervisor authorization prior to using this paid work
time;
• supervisors are encouraged to make scheduling arrangements to allow employees to
attend; and
• the two hours of paid work time cannot result in over 40 hours worked in the work week.
This is consistent with similar resolutions authorizing paid work time.
Conclusion
Adoption of the resolution would not conflict with Tribal law.

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Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition

☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

August 24, 2022

RE:

Appointment(s) – Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board

Background
One (1) vacancy was posted for the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board.
The vacancy is for the term ending July 31, 2026.
The vacancies have been posted since June 1, 2022. The latest application deadline was
August 5, 2022, and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):


Valerie Groleau

Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2026 OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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Accept the July 7, 2022, regular Community Development Planning Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

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:

Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

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Community Development Planning Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, July 7, 2022
Microsoft Teams or
BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
Regular Meeting
Present: Vice Chairman Daniel Guzman King, Members: Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Excused: Chairman Brandon Stevens
Others Present: Larry Barton, Michelle Danforth-Anderson, Scott Denny, Brooke Doxtator, Kristal Hill,
Jeffrey House, Lisa Liggins, Rhiannon Metoxen, Justin Nishimoto, Troy Parr, Mark W. Powless, Nicole
Rommel, Rae Skenandore, Amy Spears, Frank VandeHei, Danelle Wilson, Paul Witek;

I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Vice Chairman Daniel Guzman King at 9:03 a.m.

II. ADOPT THE AGENDA
Motion by Tehassi Hill to adopt the agenda one (1) changes and one (1) addition [1) Review item VI.B.
first on the agenda, and 2) add VII. Executive Session A. Determine next steps regarding Oneida Nation
Farm Operation concerns, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

III. MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve the June 2, 2022, regular Community Development Planning Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the June 2, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Tehassi Hill. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Accept the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park (ACCP) update
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless/Michelle Danforth-Anderson
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park (ACCP) update, seconded by Marie
Summers. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
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VI. STANDING UPDATES
A. Multi-Family Housing
1. Accept the #21-111 Multi-Family Housing Project report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless/Paul Witek
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the #21-111 Multi-Family Housing Project report, seconded by Marie
Summers. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

2. Determine next steps regarding the #21-111 Multi-Family Housing Project comments
and concerns
Sponsor: Rae Skenandore
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the comments and concerns as information, seconded by Marie
Summers. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

B. Accept the #21-114 Sacred Burial Grounds Expansion Project quarterly report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless/Paul Witek
Motion by Tehassi Hill to accept the #21-114 Sacred Burial Grounds Expansion Project quarterly report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

C. Accept the Tiny Home Initiative update (not submitted)
Sponsor: Frank VandeHei
Motion by Marie Summers to accept the Tiny Home Initiative verbal update and remove from the standing
updates, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Motion by Tehassi Hill to go into executive session at 9:48 a.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Motion by Tehassi Hill to come out of executive session at 11:30 a.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Determine next steps regarding Oneida Nation Farm Operations concerns
Sponsor: Patricia Cornelius
No action taken

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VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Marie Summers to adjourn at 11:31 a.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers

Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented/corrected on August 4, 2022.

Brandon Stevens, Chair
Community Development Planning Committee
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Accept the August 1, 2022, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

MELISSA ALVARADO, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF AUGUST 1, 2022
DATE:

8/1/22

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of August 1, 2022. 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 Ma jor ity of 3 FC mem ber s v ot in g t o a pp ro ve th e Au gu st 1 ,
2 022 F inan ce Committ ee Me et in g M in utes . FC Memb er s v ot ing in c lu ded:
K irby Meto xe n , Chad Fu ss , a nd Patr ick Ste ns loff .

These Finance Committee Minutes of August 1, 2022 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
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 1, 2022 ▪ Time: 9:00 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room - NHC

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director

Kirby Metoxen, BC Council Member
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair and Jennifer Webster,
BC Council Member

OTHERS PRESENT : Thomas Swiecichowski, Troy Parr, Lisa Moore, Michelle DanforthAnderson, and Melissa Alvarado, taking notes

I.

CALL TO ORDER : The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice-Chair at
9:02 A.M.

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA : AUGUST 1, 2022

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the August 1, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

MINUTES : JULY 18, 2022 (Approved via E-Poll on 07/18/22):

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on July 18, 2022
approving the July 18, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Patrick
Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

SPECIAL FC E- POLL:

1. Jenda Trucking, Inc. – Service Contract
Amount: $168,000.00
Requester: Thomas Swiecichowski, Oneida Farm (Approved via E-Poll in 7/20/22)
Thomas Swiecichowski was present and gave a quick over review. The farm sustained
tremendous damages from the June 15th tornado and needs immediate demolition for
the safety of the workers and livestock. They received 4 bids and went with the second
lowest bidder since Jenda Trucking could start work immediately where Bowers (lowest
bidder) wouldn’t be able to start until 6-7 weeks out. Kirby Metoxen is requesting for
the Contract/Purchase Approval Request form be submitted to Finance.

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Motion by Chad Fuss to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on July 20, 2022
approving the Service Contract with Jenda Trucking, Inc. in the amount of $168,000.00.
Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

V.

TABLED BUSINESS :
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to take item #1 from the table. Seconded by Chad Fuss.

Motion carried unanimously.
1. Aring Equipment Co. Inc. – Replace Volvo Excavator Engine
Amount: $61,822.18
Requester: Bobbi Jo King, DPW-Administration
- Deferred from 7/18/22 FC Meeting.
Troy Parr was present and explained the other Volvo engine was maintained they have
all the receipts, but the engine overheated. Troy does have approval from BIA for the
purchase. Larry Barton is requesting for the BIA approval to be sent to Finance.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the Aring Equipment Co. Inc. – Replace Volvo
Excavator Engine in the amount of $61,822.18. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.

VI.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES : None

VII. NEW BUSINESS :
1. Bellin Memorial Hospital – PO Increase
Amount: $50,000.00
Requester: Lisa Moore, Risk Management
PO Total: $270,500.00
Lisa Moore was present and explained Bellin changed their specialty pricing program. They
were able to set up their system up to default to the special pricing automatically instead
of showing our discount card to activate our special pricing. Therefore, this increased the
amount that is paid from this PO. This is a cost savings to our members and our health plan.
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the Bellin Memorial Hospital PO Increase in the amount
of $50,000.00. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
2. EMPower, LLC – PO Increase
Amount: $80,000.00
Requester: Lisa Moore, Risk Management
Lisa Moore was present and explained the need for the PO increase; their Nurse
Practitioner for the Onsite Clinic resigned earlier this year and that the program’s
chiropractor has picked up her hours. She also is working two additional hours per week to
manage her new Clinical Adviser responsibilities

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Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the EMPower, LLC PO Increase in the amount of
$80,000.00. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

3. M3 Insurance Solutions, Inc. – GL Premium Qtly Pymts
Amount: $412,711.00
Requester: Lisa Moore, Risk Management
Lisa Moore was present and explained the quarterly payments for the annual General
Liability insurance premium. The first installment will be paid in FY22 while installments 2,
3, and 4 will be paid in FY23. As expected, premiums have increased again this year for the
General Liability. Policy is effective 7/1/22 to 7/1/23.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the M3 Insurance Solutions, Inc. GL Premium
Quarterly Payments in the amount of $412,711.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously.
4. M3 Insurance Solutions, Inc. – Annual Ins Premiums Pymt Amount: $1,398,899.00
Requester: Lisa Moore, Risk Management
Lisa Moore was present and explained the annual payment for insurance premiums. This
covers our Cyber, Crime, Excess Workers’ Comp., Property, and Excess General Liability.
As expected, premiums have increased again this year. Policies are effective 7/1/22 to
7/1/23.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the M3 Insurance Solutions, Inc Annual Insurance
Premiums Payment in the amount of $1,398,899.00. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.
Motion carried unanimously.
5. WFRV Nexstar Broadcast – Fall ’22 Commercials & Site Host Amount: $84,000.00
Requester: Michelle Danforth-Anderson, Tourism
Michelle Danforth-Anderson was present and explained this is advertisement purposes
for the Radisson. Oneida needs to continue to showcase Cedar & Sage as the new
restaurant property due to the public perception of the 2021 shooting still lingers. We
need to show the public that the Radisson is safe along with their amenities. Packers
are the #1 tourism draw to the Green Bay area and this television advertising is a good
match for Oneida and our amenities.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the Service Contract with WFRV Nextstar
Broadcast in the amount of $84,000.00. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried
unanimously.

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6. Lamers – Bus Contract 22-23 School Year
Requester: Sharon Mousseau, ONES
Sharon Mousseau was excused from the meeting.

Amount: $420,000.00
$100,000.00

Oneida Elementary School gets the majority of the funds through the BIE. The request
would be for approximately $100,000.00 from Tribal Contribution. They did three bids
but didn’t get a response from Kobussen or Student First companies. They did get the
law office review and forwarded it to Finance last week. Students are set to return on
August 22, 2022.
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the Service Contract with Lamers in the amount of
$100,000.00 with Melissa Alvarado forwarding the Law Office review. Seconded by
Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Bayland Buildings Inc. – Service Contract
Amount: $123,163.00
Requester: Thomas Swiecichowski, Oneida Farm
Thomas Swiecichowski was present and explained the repairs the barn needs due to the
June 15th tornado damage. This is sole source with Bayland Buildings, Inc. because they
can repair this summer/fall before winter. Repairs are needed to prevent rain from
coming into the barn causing unhealthy wet conditions for the livestock. Three other
bidders were asked to bid and said the work can’t be completed until spring/summer of
2023. This will be submitted to the Insurance company for reimbursement.
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the Service Contract with Bayland Buildings Inc.
in the amount of $123,163.00. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried
unanimously.

VIII. ONEIDA FINANCE FUND :
Report:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – August 2022
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for August 2022.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1. Purple Aces AAU Basketball Fees
Requester: Margaret Ellis for Marjaria

Amount: $500.00

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Purple
Aces AAU Basketball fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500.
Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
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2. FC Green Bay Soccer Club Fees
Amount: $406.00
Requester: Kanataloloks Zacarias for Yakatahawine Yesenia

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for FC
Green Bay Soccer Club fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $406.
Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
3. FC Green Bay Soccer Club Fees
Amount: $470.00
Requester: Kanataloloks Zacarias for Yeyewate Camila
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for FC Green
Bay Soccer Club fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $470. Seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Woodland Indian Art Show & Market – Refreshments
Requester: Aliskwet Ellis, Board Member

Amount: 25 Cases

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the product request
for twenty-five (25) cases of Coca-Cola products for the Woodland Indian Art Show &
Market. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Youth Sports/Summer Activities
Requester: Elizabeth Webster for Oliver

Amount: $465.55

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Youth
Sports/Summer Activities for the son of the requester in the amount of $465.55. Seconded
by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Youth Sports/Summer Activities
Requester: Elizabeth Webster for Raleiha

Amount: $500.00

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Youth
Sports/Summer Activities for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Youth Sports/Summer Activities
Requester: Elizabeth Webster for Wesson

Amount: $461.70

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Youth
Sports/Summer Activities for the son of the requester in the amount of $461.70. Seconded
by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
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8. United Soccer of Allouez
Amount: $405.00
Requester: Lorraine Frias for Alyah
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for United
Soccer of Allouez for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $405. Seconded by
Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
9. Competitive Softball Tournament Fees
Amount: $400.00
Requester: Julie Denny for Josh Webster Memorial Team

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for
Competitive Softball Tournament fee for the Josh Webster Memorial Team in the amount
of $450. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to withdraw motion. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to deny from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for
Competitive Softball Tournament fee for the Josh Webster Memorial Team in the amount
of $400 base on the Oneida Nation/Community Fund SOP. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously.
10. United Soccer of Allouez
Requester: Morningstar Bailey for Stevi

Amount: $405.00

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for
United Soccer of Allouez for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $405. Seconded
by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
11. All That Dance
Requester: Janice Yglesias for Shaya

Amount: $500.00

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for All That
Dance for the granddaughter of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by Chad
Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION : None

X.

ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL :
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1. Finance Committee – FY22 Third Quarter Report to the BC
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the Finance Committee – FY22 Third Quarter Report to the
BC. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

XI.

FOLLOW UP : None

XII.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY :

1. Sci Games – (4) Lease Games with Themes
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots
Received an email from Brandie Klarkowski to remove this item from the agenda. They
didn’t receive all the approvals. They will resubmit for the next scheduled meeting once
they receive all the approvals.
Motion by Chad Fuss to defer to the next Finance Committee Meeting the four (4) Lease
Games with Themes with Sci Games as FYI. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried
unanimously.

XIII.

ADJOURN : Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 10:21 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

MELISSA ALVARADO, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF AUGUST 15, 2022
DATE:

8/15/22

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of August 15, 2022. 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 wa s a Ma jor it y of 4 FC mem be rs vot ing to a pp ro ve th e Au gu st 15,
2 022 F inan ce Committ ee Me et in g M in utes . FC Memb er s v ot ing in c lu ded:
J en n ife r We bst er , K irb y M eto xen , C ha d Fu ss , a nd Pa tr ic k Sten s lof f .

These Finance Committee Minutes of August 15, 2022 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
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 15, 2022 ▪ Time: 9:00 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room - NHC

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Kirby Metoxen, BC Council Member
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO

Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair
OTHERS PRESENT : David Emerson, Paul Hockers, Kevin House, Melinda Danforth, and
Melissa Alvarado, taking notes

I.

CALL TO ORDER : The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice-Chair at
8:59 A.M.

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA : AUGUST 15, 2022

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the August 15, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

MINUTES : AUGUST 1, 2022 (Approved via E-Poll on 08/01/22):

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on August 1, 2022
approving the August 1, 2022 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Chad
Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

TABLED BUSINESS :
Motion by Chad Fuss to take item #1 from the table. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.
Motion carried unanimously.

1. Sci Games – (4) Lease Games with Themes
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots
- Deferred from 8/1/22 FC Meeting.
David Emerson was present and explained this is to switch out of four for four lease games
at the Main Casino. There will be a significant price reduction at the same time.
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Games. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

V.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES :
1. ACP Creativ LLC – TV Display Distribution System
Requester: Paul Hockers, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $612,367.62

Paul Hockers was present and explained ACP Creativ LLC (Camera Corner) to provide a TV
Display Distribution System for West Mason Street Casino (WMSC) Sports Book operation.
Will be installing TV Displays and two Video Walls throughout WMSC. Camera Corner will
also provide the cabling for data and electrical wiring. This is the only vendor that provided
a quote with equipment and labor at GSA rates.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the ACP Creativ LLC – TV Display Distribution
System in the amount of $612,367.62. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Chad Fuss
abstained. Motion carried.

VII. NEW BUSINESS :
1. Northeast Asphalt – Changed Order #2
Amount: $19,995.00
Requester: Kevin House, Engineering
PO Total: $117,295.00
Kevin House was present and explained additional fencing with gates is needed for security
purposes to keep kids out of the Comprehensive Housing Parking Lot.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Northeast Asphalt – Changed Order #2 in
the amount of $19,995.00. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

VIII. DONATION :
Report:
1. FC Donation Report – August 2022
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the FC Donation Report for August 2022. Seconded
by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1. Church of the Holy Apostles – Headstones for Carlisle Children
Requester: Rev. Rodger Patience, Vicar

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Church of the Holy Apostles for Headstones for Carlisle Children in the amount of $3.000.
Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Jennifer Webster abstained. Motion carried.

IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION : None

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ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL : None

XI.

FOLLOW UP : None

XII.

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1. Brown County – Annual Service Agreement
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs
Melinda Danforth was present and explained the annual payment amount was reviewed
for accuracy and compliance by the Law Office, Land Management, and Legislative Affairs
Director. All three provided approval to pay. Currently in the works to revising the service
agreement with Brown County.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Annual Service Agreement with Brown County as
FYI. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

XIII.

ADJOURN : Motion by Chad Fuss to adjourn. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:12 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:

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Consider the tribal member request regarding the Student Relief Fund

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. Session:

☒ Open

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Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR
Motion to extend the Student Relief Fund program until December 31, 2023. Also that
the Oneida Higher Education department incorporate the Student Relief Fund into their
current and ongoing programming, during fiscal year 2024, so there is no break in
educational opportunities for students.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☒ Finance
☒ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe

☒ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
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:

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Primary Requestor:

Lauren Carr, Oneida Nation member

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Oneida Business Committee

FROM: Lauren Carr, Oneida Nation Member
DATE: August 15, 2022
RE:

Student Relief Fund Extension

I am requesting that the Student Relief Fund deadline of 12/31/22 be extended until 12/31/23 and that
during that year, the Oneida Higher Education program make the necessary changes and budget so the
program can run indefinitely.
As a student in the program, I can attest to how beneficial it has been to me. I tried to use the Higher
Education program in the past, only to be disappointed by the process. The whole experience was so
frustrating to me that I made the decision to not go to school at all. That was over 15 years ago. I have
not attempted to further my education in that time because the Oneida Higher Education program did
not include Certificates. With this program, I am finally able to get the Certificate that I have wanted but
I will not be able to complete my studies by the deadline. Having this program continue would be very
helpful to me and my goals.
I have listened to the past Oneida Business Committee meetings about this topic and Higher Education
has stated they are going to bring forward a new program to help students that are in arrears. While
that’s great, that does not help me so what program will be brought forward and when, to help people
like me? As a student of the Student Relief Fund, my opinion or thoughts have never been requested
about this program so how do they know how to help me? Regardless of what a student desires, the
Higher Education department should be seeking ways to help every Oneida Nation member that is
seeking education. The more educated our members are, the stronger we become as a Nation.
Covid has changed the job market. People have realized they need to continue their education, gain new
skills and/or enhance the skills they have in order to adapt to the new conditions. This program is
helping me to gain new skills so I can become more employable and earn more money to simply survive.
Between the high rent that I pay, based on where I live, and inflation causing my normal expenses to
increase by roughly 40%, I would love the opportunity to finish the Certification I have started.
I do not live on the reservation and I do not have access to discounted gas, free health care, or any of the
other programs offered. Besides the annual GWA, this is the only Oneida Nation program I have access
to, and I am using it to learn new skills so I can provide the basic necessities for my family. I cannot thank
the Nation enough for giving me this opportunity and am only asking that the deadline be extended for 1
more year to give Oneida Higher Education staff the time to budget for this program indefinitely.
Sincerely,

Lauren Carrr

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Approve the travel report - Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Midwest Alliance of...

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. Session:

☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve travel report – Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Kirby Metoxen -Midwest
Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST)-New Buffalo, MI-August 10-11, 2022

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: OBC

☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ 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
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Travel Report, MAST Update, Resolution

☐ 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:

Chairman Hill and Councilman MetoxenName, Title/Entity OR

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

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B USINESS C OMMITTEE
T RAVEL R EPORT
Travel Report for:

Tehassi Hill
Kirby Metoxen

Travel Event:

MAST Meeting

Travel Location:

New Buffalo, MI

Departure Date:

08/10/2022

Return Date:

08/11/2022

Projected Cost:

1291.62

Actual Cost:

Enter Cost

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

6/27/2022

Narrative/Background:
Chairman Hill was elected to serve as MAST Vice President in March 2022.
Tribal Leaders across the Midwest attended the meeting to discuss a variety of
regional issues including;
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Native American Rights Fund update on the Castro-Huerta case (Oklahoma).
Congressman Grivalja’s RESPECT Act, embeds the Presidential Executive orders
on tribal consultation into legislation. This legislation currently is in the House
Subcommittee on Indigenous Peoples. Congressman is seeking letters of
support/resolutions from Tribes and tribal organizations. MAST leadership
approved a resolution of support.
MAST Resolution of support for H.R.2021, Environmental Justice for All was
adopted. This legislation prohibits disparate impacts on the basis of race,
color, or national origin as discrimination on the philosophy that people have a
right to clean air, clean water and an environment that enriches life. Aggrieved
persons may seek legal remedy when faced with such discrimination. The
legislation also seeks to achieve environmental justice, health equity, and
climate justice for all underserved communities.
MAST approve a resolution honoring Chief Lynn Malerba, the first Native
American to hold the position as U.S. Treasurer.

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Business Committee Travel Report
Indian Health Service Update on the President’s budget. For FY23, the
President proposes the first ever fully mandatory funding for the Indian Health
Service for the next 10 years. This funding would be exempt from sequestration
and funding would be protected from government shutdowns. The FY23 Budget
proposeas at total of $9.3 billion for IHS, which is +$2.5 billion above FY22.
Includes four accounts: Services, which will be used to address the deficieny in
the level of need ($6.3 billion), Facilities funding will address the 1993 health
care facility construction priority list ($1.6 billion), Contract Support Cost
($1.142 billion), Payments for leases ($150 million). Following FY23, inflation,
pay costs and anticipated population growth are included in the funding
proposal.

The Oneida Nation provided an update on the Indian Child Welfare Act ligitation in
Brackeen v Haaland and advocated for the Tribes to consider signing on to the tribal
amicus brief being drafted by the Native American Rights Fund.
A one-on-one meeting with Mr. Mark Butterfield from the U.S. Department of Housing
& Urban Development was held to address challenges Bay Bank is experiencing
relating to obtaining loan guarantee certificates, reimbursements from CARES Act
claims, and close out issues from the loan operating system pilot project.
Item(s) Requiring Attention:
1. Oneida Nation support letter on H.R. 3597, RESPECT Act.
2. Support and advocate for the President’s Budget proposal for Indian Health
Service.
3. MAST Impact Week will be held in March 2023 in Washington D.C. Dates to be
determined.
Requested Action:
1. Approve the travel report.
2. Request IGAC to draft a letter of support for H.R. 3597, RESPECT Act.

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Issue
The Supreme Court is considering a case questioning the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare
Act (ICWA), Brackeen v. Haaland. The Oneida Nation, the Cherokee Nation, the Quinault Nation, and
the Morongo Band of Mission Indians have intervened in the case to join the U.S. in defending the law.
Issues likely to be addressed by the Court
Anti-Commandeering – States are not being compensated to carry out ICWA in state courts.
Equal Protection – Tribal membership is based on race, not a political affiliation. At worst, The
Supreme Court could find that tribes are not political entities, effectively stripping tribes of our status as
sovereign governments
Current Status
The case will be argued before the Supreme Court of the United States on November 9,
2022. Litigants are refining our final briefs to the Court, due August 12. The Native American Rights
Fund Supreme Court Project is coordinating the amicus briefs, of which there will be a total of 16
submitted, including a Tribal Amicus Brief and a brief that will be submitted by Members of Congress.
Congressional Strategy
Tribes and their advocates in Washington, DC have been working on two fronts: securing support for
the Congressional Amicus; and pursuing legislation that would strengthen our case related to the AntiCommandeering complaints in the litigation.
With respect to the Congressional Amicus, Senate Indian Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Schatz (DHI) has taken the lead securing Congressional support. This brief focuses on not just the
constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act, but also the primacy of Congress to legislate
concerning Indian affairs and carry out the federal government’s duties as trustee of Indian
Tribes. Tribes have been supporting this effort via direct outreach to member offices.
Regarding efforts to address Anti-Commandeering via legislation, the four intervenor tribes, the
National Indian Child Welfare Association and the National Congress of American Indians, have
developed legislative language that would tie state funding for foster care to verified compliance with
ICWA. This group, working with key Congressional offices, has identified a legislative vehicle to carry
this language and we are hopeful the provision will be adopted by Congress before the Court has
rendered a decision.
What MAST Tribes can do to help
1. Sign the Tribal Amicus Brief today by contacting Erin at NARF (dougherty@narf.org)
2. Encourage your members of Congress to sign the Congressional Amicus Brief
3. In the near term (but not just yet!), reach out to members of the House Committee on Ways and
Means and the Senate Finance Committee to advocate for the passage of a bill to reauthorize
state efforts to carry out adoption programs, including provisions that will incentivize states to
fully implement the Indian Child Welfare Act. For MAST Members the following members of
Congress will need to be contacted:
Senate Finance Committee
• Sen. Debbie Stabenow (MI)
• Sen. Todd Young (IN)

House Ways and Means Committee
• Rep. Ron Kind (WI)
• Rep. Gwen Moore (WI)
• Rep. Dan Kildee (MI)

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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for Vice-Chairman Brandon..

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/24/22

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

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:

CELLIS1

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From:
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Cc:
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Date:
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Secretary
Secretary; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Daniel P. Guzman; David P. Jordan; Ethel M.
Summers; Jennifer A. Webster; Kirby W. Metoxen; Lisa A. Liggins; Tehassi Tasi Hill
BC_Agenda_Requests; Danelle A. Wilson; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Kristal E. Hill
E-POLL RESULTS: Approve the travel request - Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens - Secretary of the Interior The
Road to Healing in Pellston, MI - August 12-13, 2022
Friday, August 5, 2022 6:30:32 AM
BCAR Approve the travel request - Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens - Secretary of the Interior The Road to
Healing, August 12-13, 2022, Pellston, MI.pdf

The e-poll approve the travel request for Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens to attend the
Secretary of the Interior The Road to Healing in Pellston, MI - August 12-13, 2022, has
carried. Below are the results:
Support: Marie Cornelius, Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa
Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Lisa Liggins
Secretary
Oneida Business Committee
From: Secretary
Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 9:05 AM
To: Secretary ; Tehassi Tasi Hill ;
Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens ; Cristina S. Danforth
; Lisa A. Liggins ; Daniel P. Guzman
; David P. Jordan ; Kirby W. Metoxen
; Ethel M. Summers ; Jennifer A.
Webster
Cc: Danelle A. Wilson ; Rhiannon R. Metoxen
; Kristal E. Hill
Subject: E-POLL REQUEST: Approve the travel request - Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens - Secretary
of the Interior The Road to Healing, August 12-13, 2022, Pellston, MI

E-POLL REQUEST
Summary:

The Secretary of The Interior will be holding The Road to Healing in Pellston, MI – August 13, 2022.
The Road to Healing, which will serve as a year-long tour across the country to provide survivors of
the Federal Indian boarding school system and their descendants an opportunity to share
experiences. This second stop on this historic tour is Michigan where Secretary Deb Haaland and
Assistant Secretary Newland will be in attendance. The opportunity to attend and participate in this
event will help inform the Federal Government about subsequent work of the Initiative. It also
provides a platform for stories to be heard. Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens is requesting to attend
as a representative of the Oneida Business Committee, along with Councilmember Kirby Metoxen.

Justification for E-Poll:

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The next Business Committee meeting will not take place until August 10, 2022 and travel
arrangements need to be made ahead of time.

Requested Action:

Approve the travel request - Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens - Secretary of the Interior The Road to
Healing, August 12-13, 2022, Pellston, MI

Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, August 4, 2022.
Voting:

1. Use the voting button above, if available; OR
2. Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.

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Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

08/10/22

2. Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve the travel request ‐ Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens ‐ Secretary of the Interior The Road
to Healing,August 12‐13, 2022, Pellston, MI

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ 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:

Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Primary Requestor:

Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant

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Oneida Business Committee Travel Request

1. OBC Meeting Date Requested:

08 / 10 / 22

e-poll requested

2. General Information:
Event Name:

Secretary of The Interior The Road to Healing

Event Location:

Pellston, MI

Attendee(s): Brandon Stevens

Departure Date:

Aug 12, 2022

Attendee(s):

Return Date:

Aug 13, 2022

Attendee(s):

3. Budget Information:
Funds available in individual travel budget(s)
Unbudgeted

Cost Estimate:

$800

Grant Funded or Reimbursed

4. Justification:
Describe the justification of this Travel Request:
The Secretary of The Interior will be holding The Road to Healing in Pellston, MI – August 13, 2022.
The Road to Healing, which will serve as a year-long tour across the country to provide survivors of the Federal
Indian boarding school system and their descendants an opportunity to share experiences. This second stop on
this historic tour is Michigan where Secretary Deb Haaland and Assistant Secretary Newland will be in
attendance. The opportunity to attend and participate in this event will help inform the Federal Government
about subsequent work of the Initiative. It also provides a platform for stories to be heard. Vice Chairman is
requesting to attend as a representative of the Oneida Business Committee, along with Councilmember Kirby
Metoxen.
Requested Action
Approve the travel request - Vice Chairman Brandon Stevens - Secretary of the Interior The Road to Healing,
August 12-13, 2022, Pellston, MI

5. Submission
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
1) Save a copy of this form for your records.
2) Print this form as a *.pdf OR print and scan this form in as *.pdf.
3) E-mail this form and all supporting materials in a SINGLE *.pdf file to: BC_Agenda_Requests@oneidanation.org
Form approved by OBC on 03/25/2015

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WASHINGTON

JUL 25 2022
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Dear Tribal Leader:
In June 2021, I launched the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative (Initiative) at the
U.S. Department of the Interior (Department) to highlight the troubled history of Federal Indian
boarding school policies and their legacy for Indigenous people. However, to address the
intergenerational impact of Federal Indian boarding schools and to promote spiritual and emotional
healing in our communities, we must also acknowledge and shed light on the unspoken traumas of the
past.
In May of this year, Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs Bryan Newland released volume 1 of the
Investigative Report, as called for as part of the Initiative. Volume I of the report lays the groundwork
for the Department’s continued advancement of the Initiative, in coordination with sister agencies.
To build on this work, I launched The Road to Healing, which will serve as a year-long tour across
the country to provide survivors of the Federal Indian boarding school system and their descendants
an opportunity to share experiences. This second stop on this historic tour is Michigan where Assistant
Secretary Newland and I will visit. I invite you, survivors from your community, and the survivors’
families, to join us on the following date and time:
Date
Saturday, August 13, 2022

Time
10 a.m. EST

Location
Little Traverse Bay Band

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aoneida_nation%3A2f5380b6875c6553. Public record. Not legal advice.
