# Oneida Business Committee (2023)

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## Record

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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, February 07, 2023
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, February 08, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Agenda
Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.
Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members
of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.

I.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

OPENING

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE
A.

V.

Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation - Vern Doxtator
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

MINUTES
A.

Approve the January 11, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Approve the January 25, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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VII.

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RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled 2022 lnterTribal Buffalo Council, Buffalo Herd Development
Grant Application
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

B.

Adopt resolution entitled Designate Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized
Official for Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Activities with Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

C.

Adopt resolution entitled Public Service Commission 2023 Broadband Expansion
Grant Application
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

D.

Adopt resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to
the Oneida Business Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library
Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Commission on
Aging
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.

B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

C.

Accept the December 8, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Accept the January 18, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the December 15, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

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STANDING ITEMS
A.

ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions
1.

X.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

XI.

XII.

Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for 800 MHz Project Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel for Chairman
Tehassi Hill to attend the Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Council
Meeting in Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve the application for elected Boards, Committees, and Commissions
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Approve the application for appointed Boards, Committees, and Commissions
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved recommendation for
first come, first serve distribution of the Fox Cities Home & Garden Show tickets and
the eligibility criteria of age 18+ pursuant to OBC SOP Ticket Distribution §5.3.1.2.
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

REPORTS
A.

OPERATIONAL (10:00 a.m.)
1.

B.

Accept the Emergency Management FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management

APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS (10:00 a.m.)
1.

Accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY-2023 1st
quarter report
Sponsor: Jeanette Ninham, Chair/Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
Board

2.

Accept the Environmental Resources Board FY-2023 1st quarter report
memorandum
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

3.

Accept the Oneida Community Library Board FY-2023 1st quarter report
memorandum
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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C.

4.

Accept the Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Kelli Strickland, Chair/Oneida Nation Arts Board

5.

Accept the Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee FY-2023 1st quarter
report
Sponsor: Gerald Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee

6.

Accept the Oneida Personnel Commission FY-2023 1st quarter report
memorandum
Sponsor: Twylite Moore, Vice-Chair/Oneida Personnel Commission

7.

Accept the Oneida Police Commission FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Richard VanBoxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission

8.

Accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2023 1st
quarter report
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

9.

Accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board
FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Diane Hill, Chair/Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services
Advisory Board

ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS (10:30 a.m.)
1.

Accept the Oneida Election Board FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Pam Nohr, Chair/Oneida Election Board

2.

Accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

3.

Accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Chris Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Land Claims Commission

4.

Accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Rebecca Webster, Chair/Oneida Land Commission

5.

Accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Michael Denny, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

6.

Accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Sacheen Lawrence, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board

7.

Accept the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

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D.

E.

STANDING COMMITTEES
1.

Accept the Community Development Planning Committee FY-2023 1st quarter
report
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

2.

Accept the Finance Committee FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer

3.

Accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

4.

Accept the Quality of Life Committee FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

OTHER (10:30 a.m.)
1.

XIII.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

B.

XIV.

Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, President/Oneida Youth Leadership Insitute

PETITIONER NANCY BARTON
1.

Accept the fiscal impact statement
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer

2.

Accept the legal review
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the two (2) Dallas
petitions and the Barton petition
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

REPORTS
1.

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

2.

Accept the General Manager report (10:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

3.

Accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2023 1st quarter report (8:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager

4.

Accept the Retail General Manager FY-2023 1st quarter report (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager

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B.

5.

Accept the Executive HR Director FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

6.

Defer the Security Director FY-2023 1st quarter report to the February 22,
2023, regular Business Committee meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

C.

XV.

Accept the Audit Committee FY-2023 1st quarter report
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Canva for Teams - file #
2022-1013 (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

2.

Review applications for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

3.

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

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 Airport Hotel Corporation - Vern Doxtator

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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:

February 1, 2023

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation

Background
On January 25, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Vern Doxtator to the
Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation.

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

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Approve the January 11, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, January 11, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Council members: Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King (via
Microsoft Teams1), David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Secretary Lisa Liggins,
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Keith Doxtator, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Mark W.
Powless, Todd Vandenheuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo
Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless (via Microsoft
Teams, Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via
Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa
Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Sarah White (via Microsoft
Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Jacque Boyle (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle DanforthAnderson, Cheryl Stevens (via Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgensen, Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams),
Grace Elliott (via Microsoft Teams), Michael Troge (via Microsoft Teams), Trisha Patton (via Microsoft
Teams), Vanessa Miller (via Microsoft Teams), Thomas Swiecichowski (via Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek
(via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Tipple, Mary Cornelissen, Sharon VanDeHei, Brad Skenandore, Leah
Stroobants, Dana McLester, Arlouine Bain, Joann Ninham, Tsyoshaaht Delgado, Racquel Hill, Jameson
Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Christopher Johnson (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via Microsoft
Teams), Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis
(via Microsoft Teams), Kerry Kennedy, Deke Suri, Lynn Summers, Floyd Hill, Mike Denny, Nancy Barton,
Cathy L. Metoxen, Ed Delgado, Mike Debraska (via Microsoft Teams), Aliskwet Ellis;

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 10:32 a.m.
For the record: Chairman Tehassi Hill is attending Public Service Commission and BEAD consultations
in Lac du Flambeau, WI, Secretary Lisa Liggins is out on personal, and Treasurer Tina Danforth is out
on leave.

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

sharing, and video meetings.

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II.

OPENING (00:00:15)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
A.

Special recognition for years of service (00:02:07)
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Special recognition for years of service by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens of the following individuals:
45 years of service - Mary Cornelissen; 40 years of service - Arlouine Bain, Kathleen King; 35 year of
service - Eileen Smith-Paredes; 30 years of service - Dawn Dammerich, Lisa Hock, Michelle Miller,
Patricia Moore, Rita Reiter, Tina Rosenthal, David Skenandore, Michael Spiering, Toni Spruce,
Melissa Webster, Lennette White; 25 years of service - Scott Braatz, Kevin Brusky, Darnell Danforth,
Kathy Doxtater, Denise Freeman, Katherine Jordan, Melissa Jordan, Jason King, Murry Mehlhouse,
Servilla VanDyke.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:13:42)

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt the agenda with three (3) additions [1) under the Resolutions
section, add item entitled Adopt resolution entitled Acknowledging the Authority of Oneida ESC Group,
LLC, and its subsidiaries, to Waive Sovereign Immunity for the Purpose of Entering into an Agreement
of Indemnity and Capital Retention Agreement With Euler Hermes North America Insurance Company;
2) under the New Business section, add item entitled Accept legal review - Classification of the
General Tribal Council Meeting Stipend as a General Welfare Exclusion; and 3) under the General
Tribal Council section, add item entitled Review tribal member request to discuss travel from SEOTS to
Oneida for the January 16, 2023, special General Tribal Council meeting], seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE
A.

Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Candace House (00:18:15)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee - Deke K. Suri, Floyd J. Hill, Lynn L.
Summers (00:18:15)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Councilwoman Jennifer Webster. Deke Suri, Floyd Hill, and Lynn
Summers were present. Candace House was not present.

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V.

MINUTES
A.

Approve the December 28, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:21:00)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the December 28, 2022, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

VI.

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled FY-2022 Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) Competitive
Grant Program Application (00:21:33)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution entitled 01-11-23-A FY-2022 Indian Housing Block
Grant (IHBG) Competitive Grant Program Application, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
B.

Adopt resolution entitled Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of
Emergency Until March 19, 2023 (00:23:06)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management

Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt resolution entitled 01-11-23-B Extension of Declaration of Public
Health State of Emergency Until March 19, 2023, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster
Abstained:
Marie Cornelius
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
C.

Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of Carry Over Funds For Health Campus
Resiliency Project (00:23:57)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management

Motion by Marie Cornelius to extend the public comment period for Nancy Barton for an additional one
(1) minute, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution entitled 01-11-23-C Authorizing Use of Carry Over
Funds For Health Campus Resiliency Project, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

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D.

Adopt resolution entitled Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) (00:47:51)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution entitled 01-11-23-D Building Resilient Infrastructure
and Communities Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Grant Application with two (2)
noted changes [1) in line 1, delete “Program”; and 2) add "Grant Application" after “(FEMA)”],
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
E.

Adopt resolution entitled Acknowledging the Authority of Oneida ESC Group, LLC,
and its subsidiaries, to Waive Sovereign Immunity for the Purpose of Entering into
an Agreement of Indemnity and Capital Retention Agreement With Euler Hermes
North America Insurance Company (00:49:30)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt resolution entitled 01-11-23-E Acknowledging the Authority of
Oneida ESC Group, LLC, and its subsidiaries, to Waive Sovereign Immunity for the Purpose of
Entering into an Agreement of Indemnity and Capital Retention Agreement With Euler Hermes North
America Insurance Company, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

VII.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the November 3, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes (00:53:47)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the November 3, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the December 21, 2022, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes (01:01:11)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the December 21, 2022, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

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C.

QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the November 17, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting
minutes (01:06:02)
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the November 17, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

VIII.

STANDING ITEMS
A.

ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions (01:19:30)

No submissions to consider.

IX.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve two (2) requested actions - CDC # 19-002 E&EE One Stop Replacement
(01:20:59)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve CDC approval package for CDC # 19-002 E&EE One Stop
Replacement and to activate $1,264,000 from the FY-2023 CIP Budget for CDC # 19-002 E&EE One
Stop Replacement, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
B.

Approve three (3) requested actions - CDC # 21-113 Oneida Nation Farm Office &
Shop (01:29:00)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by David P. Jordan to approve a procedural exception to forgo Phase II of the CIP process of
routing the CDC approval package to the various review entities; to approve the CDC approval
package for CDC # 21-113 Oneida Nation Farm Office & Shop; and to activate $1,846,000 from the
Tribal Contribution Savings for CDC # 21-113 Oneida Nation Farm Office & Shop, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

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C.

Review request for a report regarding the Eight Generation LLC custom blankets
purchase approved by the Finance Committee on November 14, 2022, and
determine next steps (01:33:20)
Sponsor: Nancy Barton, Tribal Member

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept discussion as information, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 12:38 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Councilwoman Marie Cornelius; Councilman Daniel Guzman King; Councilman David P.
Jordan; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens; Councilwoman Jennifer
Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Secretary Lisa Liggins;
D.

Accept legal review - Classification of the General Tribal Council Meeting Stipend
as a General Welfare Exclusion (02:06:37)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the legal review as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

X.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

Review request to schedule a General Tribal Council meeting at the Resch Center
and determine next steps (02:20:30)
Sponsor: Nancy Barton, Tribal Member

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion as information, seconded by Marie Cornelius.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster
Abstained:
David P. Jordan
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
B.

Review the Outdoor General Tribal Council Meeting close out report and
determine next steps (02:54:57)
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Outdoor General Tribal Council Meeting close out report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
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C.

Review tribal member request to discuss travel from SEOTS to Oneida for the
January 16, 2023, special General Tribal Council meeting (02:57:58)
Sponsor: Mike Debraska, Tribal Member

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

XI.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (03:05:28)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into executive session at 2:31 p.m., seconded by Marie Cornelius.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of executive session at 4:05 p.m., seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (03:07:00)
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, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve third amendment to Judicial Contract with Robert J. Collins, II,
contract # 2018-0256 and first amendment to Judicial Contract with Rodney Dequaine, contract #
2021-0691, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept the General Manager report (03:07:58)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

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

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B.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Review Virtual GTC Meeting Stipend Payment memorandum and determine next
steps (03:08:16)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept Review Virtual GTC Meeting Stipend Payment memorandum as
information, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept additional materials regarding CDC # 19-002 E&EE One Stop
Replacement (03:08:43)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept additional materials regarding CDC # 19-002 E&EE One Stop
Replacement, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

XII.

ADJOURN (03:09:18)

Motion by David P. Jordan to adjourn at 4:08 p.m., seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, Lisa Liggins

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

Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

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Approve the January 25, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams1
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, January 25, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Marie Cornelius, Daniel
Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Treasurer Tina Danforth;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Keith Doxtator, Melinda J. Danforth, Mark W. Powless, Louise
Cornelius, Todd VanDen Heuvel, Debra Powless, Katsitsiyo Danforth, Kaylynn Gresham, Danelle Wilson,
Kristal Hill, Rae Skenandore, Justin Nishimoto, Loucinda Conway, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chad
Fuss, Lisa Summers, Melanie Burkhart, Tina Jorgensen, Nicole Rommel, Cheryl Stevens, Debra
Danforth, Jacque Boyle, Jacqueline Smith, Lisa Rauschenbach, Lori Hill, Shane Archiquette, Michelle
Danforth-Anderson, Shannon Stone, Eric Bristol, Josephine Skenandore, Jason Doxtator, Dana
McLester, Lois Domencich, Mercie Danforth;
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Marie Cornelius, Daniel
Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth;
Arrived at: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 1:35 p.m.;
Others present: Jo Anne House, Keith Doxtator, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Mark W.
Powless, Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Todd VanDen Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn
Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft
Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore
(via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman, RaLinda NinhamLamberies, Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Nicole Rommel (via Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgensen (via
Microsoft Teams), Cheryl Stevens (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Danforth (via Microsoft Teams),
Jacqueline Smith (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Rauschenbach (via Microsoft Teams), Shane Archiquette
(via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Danforth-Anderson (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Stone (via Microsoft
Teams), Leslie Doxtater (via Microsoft Teams), Eric Bristol (via Microsoft Teams), Josephine Skenandore
(via Microsoft Teams), Jason Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Perkins (via Microsoft Teams),
Grace Elliott (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek (via Microsoft
Teams), Troy Parr (via Microsoft Teams), Alebra Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Stacy Coon (via
Microsoft Teams), Nicholas Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams),
Jameson Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Christopher Johnson (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via
Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (via Microsoft Teams), Carol
Silva (via Microsoft Teams), Candace House (via Microsoft Teams), Mike Debraska (via Microsoft
Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Mike Denny, Gina Buenrostro, Ray Skenandore, Cathy L.
Metoxen, Ed Delgado, Nancy Barton, Linda Dallas, Aliskwet Ellis;

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

sharing, and video meetings.

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I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:35 a.m.
For the record: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens is attending a Hobart, Howard, Ashwaubenon,
Lawrence, Oneida Nation (HALO) meeting and will be arriving late. Treasurer Tina Danforth is out on
leave.

II.

OPENING (00:00:05)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:00:27)

Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt the agenda with two (2) additions [1) under the New Business
section, add item entitled Accept the ARPA (Tribal Contribution Savings) quarterly report; and 2) under
the Executive Session, New Business section, add item entitled Determine next steps regarding
complaint # 2023-DR09-01], seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE
A.

Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Candace House (00:05:42)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oath of office was administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Candace House was present via Microsoft
Teams.

V.

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Airport Hotel
Corporation (00:07:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept Vern Doxtator and appoint him to the Oneida Airport Hotel
Corporation for a term ending January 31, 2028, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens

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VI.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the January 3, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(00:08:19)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the January 3, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
2.

Accept the January 16, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(00:08:42)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the January 16, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the January 4, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:09:08)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the January 4, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens

VII.

STANDING ITEMS
A.

ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions (00:09:33)

No submissions to consider.

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VIII.

TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Approve the travel report - Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Daniel Guzman
King - 2022 Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) winter meeting - Welch,
MN - December 14-15, 2022 (00:09:36)
Sponsor: Daniel Guzman King, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Chairman Tehassi Hill and Councilman Daniel
Guzman King for the 2022 Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) winter meeting in Welch, MN
- December 14-15, 2022, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens

IX.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Tribal
Health Conference - Anchorage, AK - April 30-May 6, 2023 (00:24:17)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend
National Tribal Health Conference in Anchorage, AK - April 30-May 6, 2023, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
B.

Approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1 - Family Services - eight
(8) employees - National Indian Child Welfare Conference - Reno, NV - April 2-6,
2023 (00:26:23)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1 for Family
Services to have eight (8) employees to attend National Indian Child Welfare Conference in Reno, NV
- April 2-6, 2023, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
Councilman David P. Jordan and Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 9:05 a.m. to attend a funeral.

X.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve one (1) requested action - CIP # 20-101 Museum Relocation (00:29:29)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve activation of $3,833,000 from the FY-2023 CIP Budget for CIP
# 20-101 Museum Relocation, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
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B.

Review the Sportsbook Rules of Play and determine next steps (00:43:20)
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

Councilman David P. Jordan and Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 9:27 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the notice of the Oneida Casino Sportsbook rules of play approved by
the Oneida Gaming Commission on January 10, 2023, and direct notice to the Oneida Gaming
Commission there are no requested revisions under Section 501.6-14(d), seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
C.

Accept the UW-Madison Stroke Prevention in the Wisconsin Native American
Population update report (00:52:00)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the UW-Madison Stroke Prevention in the Wisconsin Native
American Population update report, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
D.

Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Land Claims Commission (00:52:30)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by David P. Jordan to post one (1) vacancy for the Oneida Land Claims Commission, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
E.

Accept the ARPA (Tribal Contribution Savings) quarterly report (00:51:51)
Sponsor: Rae Skenandore, Budget Analyst

Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 9:31 a.m.
Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 9:42 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the ARPA (Tribal Contribution Savings) report, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster left at 10:28 a.m. to attend a funeral.

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XI.

REPORTS
A.

OPERATIONAL
1.

Accept the Big Bear Media FY-2023 1st quarter report (01:52:09)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Big Bear Media FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded by
Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
2.

Accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2023 1st quarter report (01:55:33)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Councilwoman Marie Cornelius left at 10:37 a.m.
Councilwoman Marie Cornelius returned at 10:40 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 10:50 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 10:55 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2023 1st quarter report,
seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
3.

Accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2023 1st quarter report
(02:30:20)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2023 1st quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster

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4.

Accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2023 1st quarter report (02:45:22)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to recess at 11:52 p.m. until 1:30 p.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 1:30 p.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Councilwoman Marie Cornelius; Councilman Daniel Guzman King; Chairman Tehassi
Hill; Councilman David P. Jordan; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth; Secretary Lisa Liggins; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens;
5.

Accept the Education & Training FY-2023 1st quarter report (03:16:49)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens arrived at 1:35 p.m.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Education & Training FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby
Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Lisa Liggins
6.

Accept the Environmental, Health, Safety, Land, & Agriculture Division FY-2023
1st quarter report (03:29:21)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Secretary Lisa Liggins arrived at 1:46 p.m.
Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Environmental, Health, Safety, Land, & Agriculture Division
FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth

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7.

Accept the Governmental Services Division FY-2023 1st quarter report
(03:41:43)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Governmental Services Division FY-2023 1st quarter report,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
8.

Accept the Grants FY-2023 1st quarter report (03:53:57)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Grants FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
9.

Accept the Public Works Division FY-2023 1st quarter report (04:01:59)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to extend the public comment period for Nancy Barton for an additional one (1)
minute, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Public Works Division FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded
by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
10.

Accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2023 1st quarter report (04:14:30)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2023 1st quarter report, seconded by
Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins stated I would like to thank the representatives from the Oneida
Nation and the General Manager’s office and the General Manager himself, for presenting these
reports to us today. We have used these quarterly reports to provide information to the membership
not just the reports to us, the Business Committee. However, I have noticed today that many of the
comments and questions should made directly to the program and are generally day-to-day activities
not necessarily discussed at an Oneida Business Committee meeting. In addition, a report on our
agenda is not necessarily an opportunity to request reports to be developed and sent from these
programs. The General Manager and his staff have contact information available, and those types of
requests and questions can be directed to that area. Thank you.

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GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

PETITIONER NANCY BARTON
1.

Accept the statement of effect (04:20:30)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to extend the public comment period for Nancy Barton for an additional three (3)
minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the statement of effect, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
2.

Accept the legal review (04:55:24)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the legal review to the February 8, 2023, regular Business Committee
meeting, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
3.

Accept the fiscal impact statement (05:02:23)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the fiscal impact statement to the February 8, 2023, regular Business
Committee meeting, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth

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EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (05:04:41);(05:09:08)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Item XIII.A.2. was addressed next.
Motion by Brandon Stevens to adopt resolution entitled 01-25-23-A Election to Participate in the Five
Settlements with TEVA, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens and CVS and Authorization of the Oneida
Nation’s Opioid Litigation Counsel to Submit Tribal Participation Forms and other Documents on the
Oneida Nation’s Behalf and to move into open session, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Item XIV. was addressed next.
2.

Accept the General Manager report (05:05:02)
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,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth

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Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
January 2023 report (05:05:14)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
January 2023 report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the IHS FY-2023 105(I) Lease Agreement - Contract # 2022-0990
for Behavioral Health Cottage 2, authorize the Chairman to sign the lease agreement, and direct SelfGovernance to submit the documents to the Indian Health Service, seconded by Marie Cornelius.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the IHS FY-2023 105(I) Lease Agreement modifications - Contract #
2019-1044, # 2019-1045, # 2019-1046, and # 2019-1047, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the nomination of Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to the DOI Self
Governance Advisory Committee, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
4.

Accept the Treasurer's December 2022 report (05:06:58)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Treasurer's December 2022 report, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth

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DRAFT
B.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Accept the update regarding the Government Operations Manager position and
identify hiring team participants (05:07:13)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the update regarding the Government Operations Manager position
and to assign Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, and Councilman David P.
Jordan to participate on the hiring team for the Government Operations Manager, seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Secretary to update BC resolution 09-23-20-A Setting Supervision
and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee and bring back to the February
8, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
2.

Review applications for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
(05:08:12)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the applications for one (1) vacancy on the
Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation as information, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
3.

Determine next steps regarding complaint # 2023-DR09-01 (05:08:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to determine complaint # 2023-DR09-01 as having merit and assign ViceChairman Brandon Stevens, and Councilmembers David Jordan and Daniel Guzman King to the
investigation sub-team, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Item XIII.A.1. was re-addressed next.

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DRAFT
XIV.

ADJOURN (05:09:48)

Motion by Marie Cornelius to adjourn at 3:24 p.m., seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth

Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

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Adopt resolution entitled 2022 lnterTribal Buffalo Council, Buffalo Herd Development Grant Application

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/8/23

2. Session:

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

3. Requested Motion:

☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Oneida Farm

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

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 11/15/2021

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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:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Donald Miller, Grants Department

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Date: January 24, 2023
To:

BC Agenda Request

From: Donald Miller, Grants Office
Re:
Resolution - “FY 2022 Herd Development Grant”
______________________________________________________________________________
Good day,
Annually the InterTribal Buffalo Council (ITBC) offers grant opportunities to its members. These
grants can vary from $19,500 to $75,000. The Oneida Nation has applied for and received these
grants every year and the funding from this program has been used to expand the farm, buy
equipment and conduct farm repairs.
As part of their granting process the ITBC requires that each applicant provide a resolution from
their governing body to demonstrate their Tribe’s support for the ITBC and the herd
development program.
Please see the attached resolution.
If there are further questions, please contact:
Don Miller
920-496-7329
Dmiller1@oneidanation.org

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

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # _____________________________
2022 lnterTribal Buffalo Council, Buffalo Her d Development Grant Application
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 determined that the overall goal of the Oneida Nation is to protect
and maintain its Tribal sovereignty and to improve the standard of living and the
environment in which the Oneida people live; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Buffalo Herd Development Project promotes food sovereignty and self­
sufficiency and is an integral component of the Oneida Community's Integrated Food
System (OCIFS) because it provides high quality, hormone-free, traditional bison meat
products for the improved health and well-being of the Oneida Community; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is committed to maintaining long-term support for the Oneida Buffalo
Herd Development Project; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has on several occasions in the past, on behalf of the
Oneida Nation, expressed their support through resolutions for similar grant applications
and the lnterTribal Buffalo Council; and

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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Nation authorizes and supports the Oneida Farm's
submission of a grant application to the lnterTribal Buffalo Council for the purposes of restoring and
supporting the Oneida Buffalo Herd Development Project in a manner that is culturally, ecologically and
economically self-sustaining, and supportive of the Oneida Nations nutritional goals and community health.
The official Tribal representative to the lnterTribal Buffalo Council shall be Thomas Swiecichowski, Oneida
Farm Manager and his alternate shall be Vanessa Miller, Food & Agricultural Area Manager.

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Adopt resolution entitled Designate Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for Oneida...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/8/23

2. Session:

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

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
BC Resolution to Designate Debra J Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for
Oneida Comprehesive Health Division Activities with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services

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:

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Primary Requestor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Revised: 11/15/2021

signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2023.01.23 10:00:17 -06'00'

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Oneida Comprehensive Health Division

Oneida Community Health Center
Behavioral Health Services
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
Employee Health Nursing

To:

Oneida Business Committee

From:

Michelle Tipple, Community/ Public Health Officer

Thru:

Dr Kennard, Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Medical Director
Debra Danforth, Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Operations Director

Date:

February 3, 2023

RE:

Request resolution to submit Home Health Agency application.

The Oneida Comprehensive Health Division (OCHD) is submitting the Centers for Medicare
and Medicaid Services (CMS) application 855A for obtaining Oneida Home Health Agency
status to seek reimbursement from CMS for certain Home Health Services. Becoming a
licensed Home Health Agency will allow us to recapture funds to support and expand upon
home care services offered to community members.
The CMS application requires an “authorized official” be identified. “Authorized Official” is
defined in the application and means an appointed official to whom the Nation has granted
the legal authority to enroll it in the Medicare program and to commit the Nation to fully
abide by the statutes, regulations and program instructions of the Medicare program. The
application requires tribal organizations to attest that the tribal organization will be legally
and financially responsible in the event that there is an outstanding debt owed to CMS.
As the OCHD Director of Operations, Debra Danforth is responsible for the management
and oversight of the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. She has been identified as
an appropriate Authorized Official. The Authorized Official also has the authority to make
changes or updates to the organization’s status in the Medicare program. An Authorized
Official binds the provider to all the requirements listed in the Certification Statement. Only
an Authorized Official has the authority to sign the initial enrollment application and the
enrollment that must be submitted as part of the periodic revalidation process. By signing
the application, the Authorized Official agrees to immediately notify the Medicare fee-forservice contractor if any information furnished on this application is not true, correct, or
complete. Additionally, the Authorized Official agrees to notify the Medicare fee-for-service
contractor of any future changes to the information changed in this form after the provider is
enrolled in Medicare, in accordance with the timeframes established in the Federal
Register.
The Business Committee (BC) Resolution process is a formal appointment mechanism
which recognizes the appointment of the Authorized Official and codifies their authority to
bind the Nation. This process is consistent with other such delegations of authority made
by the Business Committee

Oneida Community Health Center
Behavioral Health Services
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
Employee Health Nursing

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 365, Oneida, WI 54155
https://oneida-nsn.gov/resources/health/
525 Airport Rd., Oneida, WI 54155
Phone: (920) 869-2711 or 1-866-869-2711
2640 West Point Rd., Green Bay, WI 54304
Phone: (920) 490-3790 or 1-888-490-2457
2901 S. Overland Rd., Oneida, WI 54155
Phone: (920) 869-2797
701 Packerland Dr., Green Bay, WI 54303
Phone: (920) 405-4492

Fax: (920) 869-1780
Fax: (920) 490-3883
Fax: (920) 869-3238
Fax: (920) 405-4494

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Sincerely,
Michelle Tipple BSN, RN
Community/ Public Health Officer
CC:

Brenda Haen, Community Health Manager
Debra Danforth, Comprehensive Health Division Operations Director
Dr Kennard, Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Medical Director
Mark Powless, General Manager

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

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BC Resolution # ____________
Designate Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for Oneida Comprehensive
Health Division Activities with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”).
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,

Oneida’s Comprehensive Health Division is submitting Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services (“CMS”) application 855A (“application”) for obtaining Oneida Home Health
Agency (“provider”) status to seek reimbursement (a/k/a “billing”) from CMS for certain
Home Health Services; and

WHEREAS,

in accordance with the terms required by CMS, as stated in the application, the application
must be signed by an authorized official. “Authorized Official” means an appointed official
to whom the organization has granted the legal authority to enroll it in the Medicare
program, and to commit the organization to fully abide by the statutes, regulations, and
program instructions of the Medicare program; and

WHEREAS,

the application requires tribal organizations to attest (“letter”) that the tribal organization will
be legally and financially responsible in the event that there is any outstanding debt owed
to CMS. The letter must be signed by an authorized official of the tribal organization who
has the authority to legally and financially bind the tribal organization to the laws,
regulations, and program instructions of Medicare; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation may receive reimbursement from CMS for other funded services; and

WHEREAS,

Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN is the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Director of
Operations. (“Division Director of Operations”). The Division Director of Operations is
responsible for the management and oversight of the Oneida Comprehensive Health
Division; and

WHEREAS,

The Oneida Business Committee hereby appoints Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the
Authorized Official of the Oneida Nation in accordance with CMS requirements. The
Oneida Nation, granting the Authorized Official the legal authority to enroll it in the Medicare
program, and to commit the organization to fully abide by the statutes, regulations, and
program instructions of the Medicare program; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee herby designates Debra J.
Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for CMS Applications for the Oneida Nation. The Authorized

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Official is granted the legal authority of the Nation to enroll it in the Medicare program, and to commit the
organization to fully abide by the statutes, regulations, and program instructions of the Medicare program.
PLEASE NOTE:
1.
DO NOT include the Certification. The Certification includes the voting record and Secretary
signature line and will be added after the adoption of the resolution.
2.
If resolution runs to 2 or more pages, make sure to update the header with the TITLE

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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
Designate Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for Oneida Comprehensive
Health Division Activities with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”)
Summary
The resolution designates Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for CMS
Applications for the Oneida Nation.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: January 6, 2023
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Comprehensive Health Division is submitting Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services (“CMS”) application 855A for obtaining Oneida Home Health Agency status to seek
reimbursement (a/k/a “billing”) from CMS for certain Home Health Services. In accordance with
the terms required by CMS as stated in the application, the application must be signed by an
authorized official. An “Authorized Official” means an appointed official to whom the
organization has granted the legal authority to enroll it in the Medicare program, and to commit
the organization to fully abide by the statutes, regulations, and program instructions of the
Medicare program. The application requires tribal organizations to attest that the tribal
organization will be legally and financially responsible in the event that there is any outstanding
debt owed to CMS. The letter of attestation must be signed by an authorized official of the tribal
organization who has the authority to legally and financially bind the tribal organization to the
laws, regulations, and program instructions of Medicare. Debra J. Danforth, BSN, RN, is the
Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Director of Operations who is responsible for responsible
for the management and oversight of the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee herby designates Debra
J. Danforth, BSN, RN as the Authorized Official for CMS Applications for the Oneida Nation.
The Authorized Official is granted the legal authority of the Nation to enroll it in the Medicare
program, and to commit the organization to fully abide by the statutes, regulations, and program
instructions of the Medicare program.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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Adopt resolution entitled Public Service Commission 2023 Broadband Expansion Grant Application

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/8/23

2. Session:

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

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
Pass a Resolution

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:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Jason Doxtator, Network Services Manager
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: Most recent Grant Draft

‫ ܆‬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:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Jason Doxtator, Network Services Manager

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Date: January 30, 2023
To:

BC Agenda Request

From: Donald Miller, Grants Office
Re:
Resolution - “2023 Broadband Expansion grant Resolution”
______________________________________________________________________________
Good day,
The Digital Technology Systems Division (DTS) is partnering with Nsight LLC on a grant
application for the 2023 Broadband Expansion Grant being offered by the Wisconsin Public
Service Commission. This grant requires that the Tribe support and participate in this
application. As the recipient of the services to be offered by this project it is requested that the
Oneida Business Committee pass a resolution of support on behalf of the Oneida community.
The grant will support the last mile expansion of broadband on to the reservation to serve areas
of the reservation that either have no broadband service or have broadband service that is
below the states minimum standard. The funding request for this grant will, dependent on the
completed budget, be in excess of $200,000. But at this time the grant application is not
complete and the purpose of this resolution is to show community support for the broadband
project. We respectfully request that the Business Committee support this resolution.
If there are further questions, please contact:
Don Miller
920-496-7329
Dmiller1@oneidanation.org

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BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Public Service Commission 2023 Broadband Expansion Grant Application
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 supports the development of broadband service on the Oneida
reservation; and

WHEREAS,

members of the Oneida Nation will benefit with regard to improved educational
opportunities, economic/business development opportunities and health care telenet
services from the installation and development of broadband service on the Oneida
reservation; and

WHEREAS,

it will be the goal of this project to serve the Oneida Nation through the development of
this system and by providing future development of internet services on the reservation
for those with limited or no viable internet service; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Nation will partner with Nsight Telservices, LLC to
request an FY2023 PSCW Broadband Expansion Grant Program award to provide last-mile fixed wireless
broadband service with the maximum speed available, at least 25 megabits per second download speed
and 10 megabytes upload speeds, utilizing the Tribes 2.5GHz spectrum to address as many unserved
and underserved community members and businesses as possible located on the Oneida Indian
Reservation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Nation will commit two parcels of
land, located at County Road E&EE and N7890 Cooper Road, valued at $11,000 and $7,896
respectively, as determined by the Oneida land management office, as match for this grant project.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Nation will commit up to $1 million in
funding from a CARES Act grant and up to $65,000 in funding from a WI Department of Human Services
grant to this project as part of its match.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee acting on behalf of the Oneida
community supports this project and authorizes this application for the Public Services Commission 2023
Broadband Expansion grant on behalf of the Oneida community and in partnership with Nsight
Telservices LLC.

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Adopt resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business..

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement ☐ Presentation
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Report
☒ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☒ Resolution
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☐ Travel Documents
☒ Other: Late request submitted for the statement of effect – may be provided as a
handout

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

LLIGGINS

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Business Committee Agenda Request – Cover Memo
From:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Date:

February 2, 2023

RE:

Consideration of resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct
Reports to the Oneida Business Committee

BACKGROUND
At the January 25, 2023, regular Business Committee I was directed to update BC resolution
09-23-20-A Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business
Committee and bring back to the February 8, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting.
Attached is the updated resolution for consideration. I’ve forwarded it to Human Resources to
review for accuracy of title and job description numbers; if they identify errors, correction may be
needed.
I did not request the statement of effect (SOE) in order to receive it back from the Legislative
Reference Office (LRO) prior to the submission deadline for the February 8th meeting agenda; if
the LRO has space in their workload to complete the SOE prior to the February 8th meeting, the
SOE will be provided as handout. If not, consideration of the resolution will need to be deferred;
this is not an urgent or time sensitive matter.

REQUESTED ACTION
Adopt the resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida
Business Committee

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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # 09-23-20-A__________
Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee
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 Business Committee has re-instated the position of General Manager to provide
guidance and stability to the Nation’s governmental units assigned to report to that position; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that some positions, such as the Chief
Financial Officer, are not direct reports to the Oneida Business Committee but have interactions
with and impacts on governmental units; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has also determined that some positions, such as the Gaming
General Manager, Emergency Management Director, and Executive Human Resources
Directorepartment, require direct contact and supervision by the Oneida Business Committee
because of the position (Gaming General Manager), the duties (governmental response), or
services provided (personnel); and

WHEREAS,

the E. Delgado Oneida Business Committee adopted resolutions clarifying the impact of interim
actions addressing the removal of the position of the General Manager; and

WHEREAS,

the T. Danforth Oneida Business Committee adopted clarifying resolutions regarding
supervision and management of direct reports; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that these resolutions provided clear guidance
to direct reports and should be updated reflecting hiring a General Manager; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee re-affirms resolution # BC-01-14-09-D, Definition of Oversight;
and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this resolution shall supersede all prior motions and resolutions in
conflict with the directives set forth in this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for purposes of this resolution, “direct reports” are defined as the following
positions within the Nation:
Chief Counsel, job description # 09030
General Manager, job description # 09012
Gaming General Manager, job description # 09020
Retail General Manager, job description # 09096

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BC Resolution # 09-23-20-A___________
Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee
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Business Compliance Analyst, job description, # 03029
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications Director, job description # 02735
Emergency Management Director, job description # 09072
Area Manager, Executive Human Resources Directorepartment, job description # 0066209097
Security Director, job description # 00426
Strategic Planner, job description # 03106
Project Manager, job description # 03111
Project Coordinator, job description # 03104
Budget Analyst, job description # 03103
Executive Assistant, job description # 03113
Employee Relations, job description #03105
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegates to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) the authority and responsibility of
administrative supervision of direct reports.
1. Administrative supervision shall be defined as matters involving the individual personnel requests
such as use of personal or vacation time, performance tracking.
2. Administrative supervision requests shall be routed through the Government AdministrativeTribal
Secretary's Office which shall be responsible for logging in requests and documenting the results of
the officer decisions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegates to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) the authority and responsibility of providing
direction to direct reports regarding organizational activities. Direction regarding organizational activities shall be
defined as providing advice and opinion regarding the policy decisions made by the Oneida Business Committee
and shall exclude the authority to direct specific action.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegation to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) includes the expectation that the officers will
act by majority vote and, in all cases, to attempt consensus decision making as agreed to from the initial strategic
planning activities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee directs the Secretary to forward this
resolution to the Human Resources Department to identify the necessary amendments to the administrative
processes and procedures to fully implement this resolution in a timely manner.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be effective upon adoption.

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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155

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BC Resolution # __________
Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee
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 Business Committee has re-instated the position of General Manager to provide
guidance and stability to the Nation’s governmental units assigned to report to that position; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that some positions, such as the Chief
Financial Officer, are not direct reports to the Oneida Business Committee but have interactions
with and impacts on governmental units; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has also determined that some positions, such as the Gaming
General Manager, Emergency Management Director, and Executive Human Resources
Director, require direct contact and supervision by the Oneida Business Committee because of
the position (Gaming General Manager), the duties (governmental response), or services
provided (personnel); and

WHEREAS,

the E. Delgado Oneida Business Committee adopted resolutions clarifying the impact of interim
actions addressing the removal of the position of the General Manager; and

WHEREAS,

the T. Danforth Oneida Business Committee adopted clarifying resolutions regarding
supervision and management of direct reports; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that these resolutions provided clear guidance
to direct reports and should be updated reflecting hiring a General Manager; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee re-affirms resolution # BC-01-14-09-D, Definition of Oversight;
and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this resolution shall supersede all prior motions and resolutions in
conflict with the directives set forth in this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for purposes of this resolution, “direct reports” are defined as the following
positions within the Nation:
Chief Counsel, job description # 09030
General Manager, job description # 09012
Gaming General Manager, job description # 09020

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BC Resolution # ___________
Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee
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Retail General Manager, job description # 09096
Business Analyst, job description, # 03029
Intergovernmental Affairs Director, job description # 02735
Emergency Management Director, job description # 09072
Executive Human Resources Director, job description # 09097
Security Director, job description # 00426
Strategic Planner, job description # 03106
Project Manager, job description # 03111
Project Coordinator, job description # 03104
Budget Analyst, job description # 03103
Executive Assistant, job description # 03113
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegates to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) the authority and responsibility of
administrative supervision of direct reports.
1. Administrative supervision shall be defined as matters involving the individual personnel requests
such as use of personal or vacation time, performance tracking.
2. Administrative supervision requests shall be routed through the Government Administrative Office
which shall be responsible for logging in requests and documenting the results of the officer
decisions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegates to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) the authority and responsibility of providing
direction to direct reports regarding organizational activities. Direction regarding organizational activities shall be
defined as providing advice and opinion regarding the policy decisions made by the Oneida Business Committee
and shall exclude the authority to direct specific action.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee delegation to the officers (Chair, Vice-Chair,
Treasurer, Secretary, and Legislative Operating Committee Chair) includes the expectation that the officers will
act by majority vote and, in all cases, to attempt consensus decision making as agreed to from the initial strategic
planning activities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee directs the Secretary to forward this
resolution to the Human Resources Department to identify the necessary amendments to the administrative
processes and procedures to fully implement this resolution in a timely manner.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be effective upon adoption.

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Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library Board

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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:

January 30, 2023

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Community Library Board

Background
Two (2) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Community Library Board. The vacancies
were to complete terms ending March 31, 2024, and March 31, 2025.
The vacancies has been posted since October 26, 2022. The latest application deadline
was January 7, 2023, and one (1) application was received for the following applicant(s):


Carmelita Escamea

Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending March 31, 2024, or
March 31, 2025 OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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

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Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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:

January 30, 2023

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Background
One (1) vacancy was posted for the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging. The vacancy was
to complete term ending July 31, 2024.
The vacancy has been posted since October 26, 2022. The latest application deadline was
January 7, 2023, and one (1) application was received for the following applicant(s):


Neoma Orsburn

Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2024, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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

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Accept the December 8, 2022, regular Community Development Planning Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

2/8/23

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:

BDOXTAT1

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Community Development Planning Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022
Microsoft Teams
Minutes
Regular Meeting
Present: Chair Brandon Stevens, Vice Chair Daniel Guzman King, Members: Marie Cornelius, Tehassi
Hill
Arrived at: Kirby Metoxen arrived at 9:10 a.m.
Others Present: Jacque Boyle, Scott Denny, Brooke Doxtator, Kristal Hill, Michelle Hill, Jeffrey House,
David P. Jordan, Mariea King, Rhiannon Metoxen, Mark W. Powless, Lisa Rauschenbach, Nicole
Rommel, Rae Skenandore, Shannon Stone, Danelle Wilson, Paul Witek;

I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Chairman Brandon Stevens at 9:01 a.m.

II. ADOPT THE AGENDA
Motion by Tehassi Hill to adopt the agenda, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill

III. MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve the November 3, 2022, regular Community Development Planning Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the November 3, 2022, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Tehassi Hill. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill

IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
Kirby Metoxen arrived at 9:10 a.m.

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VI. STANDING UPDATES
A. Accept the CIP #21-111 Multi-Family Housing status report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless/Paul Witek
Motion by Tehassi Hill to accept the CIP #21-111 Multi-Family Housing status report, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen

B. Accept the ENG #22-101 Pow wow Pavilion status report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless/Shannon Stone
Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the ENG #22-101 Pow wow Pavilion status report, seconded by
Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen

VII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adjourn at 9:39 a.m., seconded by Tehassi Hill. Motion carried.
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen

Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented/corrected on January 5, 2023.

Brandon Stevens, Chair
Community Development Planning Committee

Community Development Planning Committee

Meeting Minutes
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December 8, 2022

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Accept the January 18, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/8/23

2. Session:

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the January 18, 2023 Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Legislative Operating

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

Committee

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List

Revised: 11/15/2021

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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:

David P. Jordan, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney

Revised: 11/15/2021

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee

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

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center
January 18, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Present: David P. Jordan, Marie Cornelius, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Daniel Guzman
King
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Carolyn Salutz, Grace Elliott, Brooke Doxtator, Keith
Doxtator, Eric Boulanger (Microsoft Teams), Matt Denny (Microsoft Teams), Michelle Tipple
(Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgenson (Microsoft Teams), Todd VandenHeuvel (Microsoft Teams),
Kaylynn Gresham (Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (Microsoft Teams), Whitney Wheelock
(Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless (Microsoft Teams), Mark Powless (Microsoft Teams),
Rhiannon Metoxen (Microsoft Teams)
I.

Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
David P. Jordan called the January 18, 2023, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt the agenda with one correction [title on the coversheet
for the Petition: M. Cornelius – Chief Financial Officer Position]; seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

II.

Minutes to be Approved
1. January 4, 2023 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the January 4, 2023, LOC meeting minutes and
forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried
unanimously.

III.

Current Business
1. Emergency Management Law Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the draft, legislative analysis, and fiscal impact
statement review memorandum, and forward to the Finance Department directing that a
fiscal impact statement be prepared and submitted to the LOC by February 15, 2023;
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Petition: M. Cornelius – Chief Financial Officer Position
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the memorandum and remove the Petition: M.
Cornelius – Chief Financial Officer Position from the Active Files List; seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
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3. Petition: N. Barton – -$2,500 GWA Payment for Three Years
Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the statement of effect for Petition: N. Barton - $2,500
GWA Payment for Three Years and forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

New Submissions
1. Clean Air Policy Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to add the Clean Air Policy amendments to the Active Files
List with David P. Jordan as the sponsor; seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.

V.

Additions

VI.

Administrative Items

VII.

Executive Session

VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adjourn at 9:20 a.m.; seconded by Daniel Guzman King.
Motion carried unanimously.

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Accept the December 15, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

2/8/23

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:

Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BDOXTAT1

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Quality of Life Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022
Microsoft Teams
Minutes
Present: Chair Marie Cornelius, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen
Excused: Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill
Others Present: Leslie Doxtater, Brooke Doxtator, Keith Doxtator, Tina Jorgenson, Mari Kriescher,
Rhiannon Metoxen, Joanne Ninham, Justin Nishimoto, Melissa Nuthals, Mark W. Powless, Rae
Skenandore, Leah Stroobants, Brandon Wisneski

I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Chair Marie Cornelius at 10:01 a.m.

II. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the agenda, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen

III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve the November 17, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Brooke Doxtator
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the November 17, 2022, regular Quality of Life Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen

IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
VI. REPORTS
Brandon Stevens arrived at 10:05 a.m.

A. Accept the Oneida Tribal Action Plan Report
Sponsor: Leslie Doxtater
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Tribal Action Plan Report, seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens

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Regular Meeting Minutes
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B. Accept the Quality-of-Life Survey Results
Sponsor: Melissa Nuthals
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the Quality-of-Life Survey Results and forward the presentation
to the Business Committee work session in January 2023, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion
Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens

VII. ADDITIONS
Motion by Brandon Stevens to add the discussion regarding the GWA – Savings at the Pump to the
agenda, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens

B. Discuss GWA - Savings at the Pump
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius
Motion by Brandon Stevens to forward the community concern regarding the GWA – Savings at the
Pump to the Trust Enrollment Department, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens

VIII. ADJOURN
Motion by David P. Jordan to adjourn at 11:42. a.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion Carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens

Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented on January 19, 2023.

Marie Cornelius, Chair
Quality of Life Committee
Quality of Life Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
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Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for 800 MHz Project Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

2. Session:

‫܈‬Open

Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification:

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
Approve a resolution for the use of ARPA funds.

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:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
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
8. Submission:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2023.01.27 09:02:50 -06'00'

Authorized Sponsor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Jason Doxtator

Revised: 11/15/2021

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DTS DEPARMENT

Memorandum
To: Oneida Business Committee
From: Jason W. Doxtator, Manager of Network Services
Date: 01/31/2023
Re: Obligation for 800 MHz Project Tribal Contribution Savings
Amount of Requested Funds: $1,198,735.00
Broad Goal: Overall Priority: Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty
Project: 800 MHz Install/Upgrade
Intent: The requested Oneida Business Committee Resolution is to allocate funds from the ARPA funding to the
Technology Project budget for the Oneida Police Department Replace/upgrade the OPD dispatch/radio system w/
IP based consoles that tie into the new 3 site, 4 channel simulcast radio system. This funding also covers the cost
to upgrade the organization-wide 800 MHz system (DPW, DTS, Gaming Security, Slots, etc.)
Thank you for your consideration.

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

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Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution #
Obligation for 800 MHz Project Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
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 received Fiscal Recovery Funds (FRF) through the American
Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds to address matters arising out of the COVID-19
pandemic; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has approved application of ARPA FRF through the
revenue loss formula set forth in 31 CFR 35.6(d)(2) which applied these federal funds
throughout the Nation’s budget to governmental programs business units beginning with
“42#####”; and

WHEREAS,

the savings from the application of these funds has resulted in tribal funds being placed in
the line “Tribal Contribution Savings” in the Investment Report presented in the Treasurer’s
Report; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that Tribal Contribution Savings funds
should be used as set out in resolution # BC-06-09-21-B, as amended by resolution # BC06-23-21-C which designates percentage allocations to eight categories (percentages
rounded) –
 Direct Membership Assistance, 45% of funds;
 Housing, 17% of funds;
 Food and Agriculture, 12% of funds;
 Education, 6% of funds;
 Culture and Language, 10% of funds;
 Revenue Generations, 2% of funds;
 Government Roles and Responsibilities, 3% of funds;
 Overall Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty, 5% of funds; and

WHEREAS,

the 800 MHz Project replaces the previous OPD radio system and upgrades the
organizational Motorola TRBO radio system; and

WHEREAS,

the Project Owner for the proposed project is requesting $1,198,735.00 obligated from the
Tribal Contribution Savings Overall Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty; and

WHEREAS,

this project will be concluded February 2025; and

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BC Resolution #
Obligation for 800 MHz Project Tribal Contribution Savings
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WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has reviewed the proposed project; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee approves the obligation of
funds for the 800 MHz Project, in the amount of $1,198,735.00 from Tribal Contribution Savings, Overall
Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty with Jason Doxtator, Network Services Manager assigned as
the Project Owner.

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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend...

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

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

Public Packet
From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

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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; Jennifer A. Webster; Ethel M. Cornelius
Danelle A. Wilson; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Kristal E. Hill; BC_Agenda_Requests
E-POLL RESULTS: Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill – Government Accountability Office Tribal
Advisory Council Meeting - Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023
Thursday, February 2, 2023 4:32:15 PM
BCAR Approve Travel Request - Chairman Hill – Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Council Meeting
- Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023.pdf

E-POLL RESULTS
The e-poll approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill – Government Accountability
Office Tribal Advisory Council Meeting - Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023, 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
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
From: Secretary
Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2023 7:09 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. Cornelius ; Jennifer A.
Webster
Cc: Danelle A. Wilson ; Rhiannon R. Metoxen
; Kristal E. Hill
Subject: E-POLL REQUEST: Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill – Government
Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Council Meeting - Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023

E-POLL REQUEST
Summary:
In 2022, US Government Accountability Office (GAO) began the process of forming its
first-ever Tribal Advisory Council (TAC) to provide insight and recommendations on
issues affecting Tribal Nations and their citizens. Chairman Hill was nominated and
elected to serve as Vice-Chairman on the GAO TAC. They are holding their very first
meeting, February 9, 2023, in Washington, D.C. As Vice Chairman of the GAO TAC, it
is important as the representative for Oneida Nation, to be in attendance for this
meeting.
Justification for E-Poll:
The next Oneida Business Committee meeting occurs February 8, 2023.

Public Packet
Requested Action:
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill – Government Accountability Office
Tribal Advisory Council Meeting - Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, February 2, 2023.
Voting:

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

Aliskwet Ellis
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
O: 920.869.4408 • E: cellis1@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155

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Oneida Business Committee Travel Request

1. OBC Meeting Date Requested:

02 / 08 / 23

e-poll requested

2. General Information:
Event Name:

Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Council Meeting
Attendee(s): Tehassi Hill

Event Location:

Washington, DC

Departure Date:

Feb 8, 2023

Attendee(s):

Return Date:

Feb 10, 2023

Attendee(s):

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

Cost Estimate:

$1,800

Grant Funded or Reimbursed

4. Justification:
Describe the justification of this Travel Request:
In 2022, US Government Accountability Office (GAO) began the process of forming its first-ever Tribal Advisory
Council (TAC) to provide insight and recommendations on issues affecting Tribal Nations and their citizens.
Chairman Hill was nominated and elected to serve as Vice Chairman on the GAO TAC. They are holding their very
first meeting, Dec. 9, 2023, in Washington, DC. As Vice Chairman of the GAO TAC, it is important as the
representative for Oneida Nation, to be in attendance for this meeting.
Requested Action:
Approve Travel Request - Chairman Hill – Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Council Meeting Washington, D.C. - February 8-10, 2023

5. Submission
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, 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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GAO Tribal Advisory Council Meeting
DRAFT Agenda
February 9, 2022

8:30 – 9:30 – Tribal Caucus
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Pre-meeting discussion about protocols
Opportunities for the TAC to recommend potential GAO reviews
Other prep discussions related to the TAC meting

9:30 – 9:45 – Open Meeting
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Opening Prayer, TBD
Opening Remarks
TAC Business
o Approval of prior meeting minutes

9:45 – 11:00 - Discussion about GAO’s process for data collection, use, and feedback and
how this process (1) aligns with key data sovereignty principles, (2) respects the Nation-toNation relationship, and (3) ensures data about Indigenous populations is used for the
betterment of the populations and not for harm
11:10 – 12:15 – Issue area overviews and discussions of current and upcoming GAO
reviews
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TBD (we will work with GAO to identify issue areas to focus on during this meeting)

12:15 – 1:00 – LUNCH
1:00 – 2:00 – Conversation with the Comptroller General
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Remarks
Q/A
Items for Comptroller General Consideration
o Creating a Sr. Level Advisor to the Comptroller General

2:00 – 3:30 – GAO TAC Protocols discussion and development
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Role of various entities included on the Council
Terms
Process for learning about new reviews and opportunities for providing input
Addressing vacancies as a result of elections
Overall discussion of all draft protocols

3:30 – 3:45 – Break

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3:45 – 5:15 - Discussion about GAO’s Use of Criteria when GAO Evaluates Federal Indian
Programs – Respecting the Nation-to-Nation Relationship and Trust and Treaty Obligations
and Rights
5:15 – 5:30 – Identifying next steps, issues for future discussion

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Approve the application for elected Boards, Committees, and Commissions

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

02/08/23

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

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