# Oneida Business Committee (2024)

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## Record

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## Text

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Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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.

MINUTES
A.

VI.

Oneida Election Board Ad-Hoc Committee - Patricia Moore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Approve the November 13, 2024, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification
and Community Development Funds for a donation of $163,883 for Roy Skenandore
Memorial Pool Tournament
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator

B.

Adopt resolution entitled Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for
Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements, Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

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APPOINTMENTS
A.

VIII.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

B.

IX.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) appointment - Oneida Land Commission
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the November 14, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

2.

Accept the November 21, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the November 6, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

2.

Accept the November 20, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Approve the travel report - Treasurer Lawrence Barton & Councilmen Jameson
Wilson and Marlon Skenandore - National Congress of American Indians 81st
Annual Convention - Las Vegas, NV - October 27-November 1, 2024
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

B.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Biden apologizes for Native
American boarding schools - Laveen, AZ - October 24, 2024
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

C.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - 24th Annual American
Indigenous Tourism Conference - Marksville, LA - October 27 - November 1, 2024
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

D.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Dept. of Health and
Human Services (HHS) Annual Regional Tribal Consultations - St. Paul, MN - August
26-29, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

E.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Health and Human
Services Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC) - Portland, OR - September
9-13, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

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F.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Bemidji Area Director
Interviews - Minneapolis, MN - October 1-2, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

G.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Health and Human
Services (HHS) Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC) - Washington, D.C. November 17-21, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Approve the travel request in accordance with § 219.16-1 - Oneida Nation Veteran
Affairs Committee - for nine (9) members and Tribal Veteran Service Officer - 80th
Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising Event - Sacaton, AZ - February 20-23, 2025
Sponsor: Gerald Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee

B.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend the Special Committee on State-Tribal Relations
meeting in Madison, WI on December 17-18, 2024
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the White House Tribal
Nations Summit in Washington, D.C. on December 9-10, 2024
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve nomination of Jennifer Webster to the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

B.

Accept the Food Assessment report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

C.

Review Blackjack Rules of Play and determine next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

D.

Review Mini Baccarat Rules of Play and determine next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

E.

Review the Bingo (Chapter 2) Oneida Gaming Minimum Internal Controls and
determine appropriate next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

F.

Review the 2025 Special Election recommendation and determine next steps
Sponsor: Candace House, Chair/Oneida Election Board

G.

Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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XII.

REPORTS
A.

XIII.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Tuck School of
Business first year project proposal and accompanying supporting historical
subject matter documents for submission to Dartmouth College
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2024 4th quarter report
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

2.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2024 4th quarter report
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

3.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2024 4th quarter report
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

4.

Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2024 4th quarter report
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

PETITIONER SHERROLE BENTON - Move Oneida Nation Arts Program under
Tourism or Community Development - petition # 2024-03
1.

Approve three (3) requested actions regarding petition # 2024-03
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Accept the draft November 18, 2024, special General Tribal Council meeting minutes
and review requested action
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the On?yote?a?ká
ni?i Project Plan
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

D.

Schedule two (2) special General Tribal Council meetings to address twelve (12)
referendum questions
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

E.

Approve the notice and materials for the January 20, 2025, tentatively scheduled
annual General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

B.

REPORTS
1.

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

2.

Accept the General Manager report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

3.

Accept the Treasurer's October 2024 report (11:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

4.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2024 4th quarter executive report
(1:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

5.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2024 4th quarter executive report (2:00
p.m.)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

6.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2024 4th quarter executive report (3:00
p.m.)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

7.

Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2024 4th quarter executive
report (2:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman

8.

Accept the Economic Strategy Coordinator Tribally Chartered Entities FY2024 4th quarter report (3:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the October 15, 2024, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

2.

Accept the Gaming Contracts compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

3.

Accept the Information Technology compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

4.

Accept the Revenue compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

5.

Accept the Surveillance compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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C.

XV.

6.

Accept the Table Games compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

7.

Accept the Title 31 compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Lukas Lafuria Lantor &
Sachs LLP - file # 2024-0972
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

2.

Approve attorney contract - Oneida Law Office - file # 2024-1424
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

3.

Deliberations regarding pardon application - Lorenzo Samuel Guzman
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

4.

Review applications for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Land Commission
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 Election Board Ad-Hoc Committee - Patricia Moore

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

November 14, 2024

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.

Background
On November 13, 2024, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Patricia Moore to the
Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.

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

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Approve the November 13, 2024, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BPIGMAN

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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, November 12, 2024
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, November 13, 2024
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Secretary Lisa Liggins, Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo A. House (via Microsoft Teams1), Mark W. Powless (via Microsoft Teams), RaLinda
Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers Bill Gollnick (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle
Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Bobbi J King (via Microsoft Teams), Dana McLester (via Microsoft Teams),
Debra Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Jessalyn Harvath (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via
Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Josephine Skenandore (via Microsoft
Teams), Maureen Perkins (via Microsoft Teams), Mercie Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Rae
Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Jason Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), James Sommerfeldt (via
Microsoft Teams), Todd Vanden Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Nicole Rommel (via Microsoft Teams),
Melinda J Danforth, Tana Aguirre, Chad Fuss, Louise Cornelius, Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams);
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo A. House, Mark W. Powless, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Todd Vanden Heuvel (via
Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Danforth (via Microsoft Teams),
Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via
Microsoft Teams), Melinda J Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Eric McLester (via Microsoft Teams),
Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliott (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via
Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek
(via Microsoft Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams),
Stacie Cutbank (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft
Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Perkins (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen
(via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Janice Decorah (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie
Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft
Teams), Shannon Davis (via Microsoft Teams, Amber Martinez (via Microsoft Teams), Carol Silva (via
Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Megan Zuelsdorff (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley
Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via Microsoft Teams), Stephanie Metoxen (via Microsoft
Teams), Marsha Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgensen (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa
Raushenbach (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Eric Boulanger (via
Microsoft Teams), Dr. Lauren W. Yowelunh McLester-Davis (via Microsoft Teams), Carrie A Trojanczyk
(via Microsoft Teams), Lorna Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Mae Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams),
Connor Kestell (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Santiago (via Microsoft Teams), Derrick Denny (via
Microsoft Teams), Scott Denny (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Victoria
Flowers (via Microsoft Teams), Dana McLester (via Microsoft Teams), Candace House (via Microsoft
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file

sharing, and video meetings.

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Teams), Sacheen Lawrence (via Microsoft Teams), Kala Kimberly Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams),
Krystal John (via Microsoft Teams), Lloyd Ninham (via Microsoft Teams), Jacqueline Smith (via Microsoft
Teams), Deborah Gerondale, Terry Vanwychen, Jacy Rasmussen, Ray Skenandore, Berry Skenandore,
Gene Rasmussen, Nicole Rommel, Tony Kuchmam Maxine Thomas, Rebecca Gardner, Janet Bigfire,
Jenni Anderson, Sarah Capelle, Yasmine Metoxen, Sylvia Cornelius, Louis Cottrell, Michael Arce, Billy
Pocan, Tracy Christensen, Jay Rasmussen, Sarah Williams, Barb Kolitsch, Toni Osterberg, Cristine
Klimmek, Melissa Bain, Kim Summers, Jalayah Danforth, Cierra Torrez, Alize Cantu Diamond, Santiago
Rameriz, Matthew Skenandore, Diera Cottrell, Ohkwalli Skenandore, Dewid Alazl, Urell Skenandore,
Tega Roberts, Lyric Washington, Cecelia Lofton, Wayotsi Skenandore, Eric King, Armani Caldwell,
Finessa Lewis, Amia Matson, Aleena Funmaker, Pearl Webster, Michelle Danforth, Judy Cornelius, R
Skenandore, Edward Delgado, John Danforth, Greg Matson, C.J. Metoxen, Jermaine Delgado, Cathy L
Metoxen, Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:30 a.m.

II.

OPENING (00:00:05)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen
A.

Special recognition for years of service (00:00:29)
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Special recognition for years of service by Todd Vanden Heuvel of the following indiividuals: 45 years
of service - Henrietta Cornelius, Terry A. Van Wychen; 40 years of service - Theresa M. Skenandore,
C.S. Hill; 35 years of service - Sandy M. Sieloff, Tina L. Jourdan-Bielke, Cynthia A.Thomas, Michael L.
Jourdan, Antoinette Osterberg, Barbara A. Sarah Williamson, Maxine Thomas; 30 years of service Janet Bigfire, Lance P. Hill, Carol S. Johnson, Anthony L, Holzendorf, Robert Sundquist, Denis
Gullickson, Jeffrey S. Webster, Roy A. Redhail, Marina S. Martirosyan, Donna J. Smith, Jacy A.
Rasmussen, Michael F. Martin, Jennifer J. Anderson, Carol L. Silva; 25 years of service - Chad M.
Metoxen, Tracy M. Christensen, Lori A. Hansen, Marjorie Mehojah.
B.

Special recognition of Anthony Kuchma - Oneida Nation Wetland Project Manager
for receiving the 2024 Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation award (00:23:23)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Special recognition for Anthony Kuchma - Oneida Nation Wetland Project Manager for receiving the
2024 Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation award.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 9:04 a.m.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:35:43)

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt the agenda, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen

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IV.

MINUTES
A.

Approve the October 9, 2024, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:36:08)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the October 9, 2024, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Jonas Hill
Note Present:
Kirby Metoxen

V.

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled CY 2025 County Tribal Law Enforcement Grant
Application - Brown County (00:37:05)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 11-13-24-A 2025 County Tribal Law Enforcement
Grant Application - Brown County, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Note Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.

Adopt resolution entitled CY 2025 County Tribal Law Enforcement Grant
Application - Outagamie County (00:37:25)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt resolution 11-13-24-B CY 2025 County Tribal Law Enforcement Grant
Application - Outagamie County, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
C.

Adopt resolution entitled Tribal Climate Resilience Category 1- Planning Grant
Application (00:37:46)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 11-13-24-C Tribal Climate Resilience Category 1Planning Grant Application, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen

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D.

Adopt resolution entitled Tribal Climate Resilience Category 2 - Implementation
Grant Application (00:38:08)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution 11-13-24-D Tribal Climate Resilience Category 2 Implementation Grant Application, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 9:08 a.m.
E.

Adopt resolution entitled Identifying Our Needs A Survey of Elders FY 2025-2028
Title VI Part A, B, and C Grant Application (00:38:36)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution 11-13-24-E Identifying Our Needs A Survey of Elders
FY 2025-2028 Title VI Part A, B, and C Grant Application, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
F.

Adopt resolution entitled Addressing Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
Disparities: The American Indigenous Cognitive Assessment (AMICA) Phase 2
(00:39:04)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jameson Wilson to adopt resolution 11-13-24-F Addressing Alzheimer’s Disease and
Related Dementias Disparities: The American Indigenous Cognitive Assessment (AMICA) Phase 2,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
G.

Adopt resolution entitled Addressing ADRD Disparities: Indigenous Behavioral
and Cognitive Symptoms (IBACS) Checklists with the University of Wisconsin,
University of Minnesota Medical School and the University of New Mexico
Sciences Center (00:39:30)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jameson Wilson to adopt resolution 11-13-24-G Addressing ADRD Disparities: Indigenous
Behavioral and Cognitive Symptoms (IBACS) Checklists with the University of Wisconsin, University of
Minnesota Medical School and the University of New Mexico Sciences Center, seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens

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H.

Adopt resolution entitled Tribal Contribution Savings - Final Obligation
Opportunities - Affordable Home Ownership Strategy Revolving Loan (00:40:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 11-13-24-H Tribal Contribution Savings - Final Obligation
Opportunities - Affordable Home Ownership Strategy Revolving Loan with one (1) noted change [1) at
line 21, add “BC resolution # 09-25-24-D”], seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
I.

Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to the Investigative Leave Policy (00:43:18)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt resolution 11-13-24-I Amendments to the Investigative Leave Policy,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item V.K. addressed next
J.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Funds for a Donation of $15,000 to
the Safe Shelter, Inc for a feasibility study with CORE Treatment Center (01:04:07)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator

Councilman Jonas Hill returned at 9:36 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to extend the public comment period for Pearl Webster for three (3) additional
minutes, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Lisa Liggins to deny the request from Safe Shelter, Inc for the amount of $15,000 for a
feasibility study, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Opposed:
Lawrence Barton
Abstained:
Jonas Hill
Item XII.B. addressed next
K.

Adopt resolution entitled Resolution to Approve the Third Amendment to the
Governmental 401(k) Plan (00:53:56)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 11-13-24-J Resolution to Approve the Third Amendment to
the Governmental 401(k) Plan, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
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Adopt resolution entitled Setting the Oneida Business Committee Regular Meeting
and Executive Session Discussion Schedule (00:55:45)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt resolution 11-13-24-K Setting the Oneida Business Committee Regular
Meeting and Executive Session Discussion Schedule, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
M.

Adopt resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports
to the Oneida Business Committee and Political Appointments (00:56:10)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 11-13-24-L Setting Supervision and Management of Direct
Reports to the Oneida Business Committee and Political Appointments, seconded by Marlon
Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens

VI.

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad
Hoc Committee (00:56:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the selected applicant and appoint Patrica Moore to
the Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee for a term ending December 31, 2025, and to request
the Secretary to repost the vacancy, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens

VII.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the October 10, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(00:57:52)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the October 10, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens

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Accept the October 24, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(00:58:12)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the October 24, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Adopt the Real Property Law Rule #2 - Comprehensive Housing Division
Residential Sales Amendments (00:58:32)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt the Real Property Law Rule #2 - Comprehensive Housing
Division Residential Sales Amendments, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.

Accept the October 16, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:58:58)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the October 16, 2024, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item XII.A. addressed next

VIII.

TABLED BUSINESS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Affordable Home Ownership Strategy (02:46:54)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Jonas Hill to take this item from the table the resolution entitled Affordable Home Ownership
Strategy, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to adopt resolution 11-13-24-M Affordable Home Ownership
Strategy, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Item XIII.A. addressed next
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TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Approve the travel report - Treasurer Lawrence Barton - Native American Finance
Officer's Association (NAFOA) Annual Conference - San Diego, CA - September
22-25, 2024 (01:44:52)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Treasurer Lawrence Barton for the Native
American Finance Officer's Association (NAFOA) Annual Conference in San Diego, CA on September
22-25, 2024, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
B.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - TribalNet Conference Las Vegas, NV - September 15-19, 2024 (01:45:30)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the TribalNet
Conference in Las Vegas, NV on September 15-19, 2024, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
C.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Jonas Hill - Tribal Nations Resiliency
Conference - Box Elder, SD - October 8-11, 2024 (01:45:53)
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman

Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve the travel report from Councilman Jonas Hill for the Tribal
Nations Resiliency Conference in Box Elder, SD on October 8-11, 2024, seconded by Lawrence
Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
D.

Approve the travel report - Councilmen Jonas Hill and Kirby Metoxen - 2024
Consultations Dept. of Natural Resources, Dept. of Tourism, WI Housing &
Economic Development Authority, Safety & professional Services - Red Cliff, WI October 1-4, 2024 (01:46:16)
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel report from Councilmen Jonas Hill and Kirby Metoxen
for the 2024 Consultations Dept. of Natural Resources, Dept. of Tourism, WI Housing & Economic
Development Authority, Safety & professional Services in Red Cliff, WI on October 1-4, 2024,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
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Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Native American Tourism
of WI and Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council Meeting - Lac Courte Oreilles Hayward, WI - October 9-10, 2024 (01:47:55)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the Native
American Tourism of WI and Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council Meeting in Lac Courte Oreilles Hayward, WI on October 9-10, 2024, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

X.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Indian
Child Welfare Conference (NICWA) - Orlando, FL - March 30, 2025 - April 2, 2025
(01:48:26)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the
National Indian Child Welfare Conference (NICWA) in Orlando, FL on March 30, 2025 - April 2, 2025,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
B.

Approve the travel request in accordance with § 216.16-1 - Oneida Nation
Commission on Aging - nine (9) members - Great Lakes Native American Elder
Association - Carter, Wisconsin - December 4-5, 2024 (01:49:03)
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging Chair

Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel request in accordance with § 216.16-1 - Oneida
Nation Commission on Aging - nine (9) members to attend the Great Lakes Native American Elder
Association in Carter, Wisconsin on December 4-5, 2024, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
C.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the Tribal Stakeholder
Roundtable in Washington, D.C. on June 12-13, 2024 (01:49:32)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel
request for Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the Tribal Stakeholder Roundtable in
Washington, D.C. on June 12-13, 2024, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
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NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve Elizabeth Nickel to represent the Oneida Nation on the Public Health
Emergency Plan (PHEP), Advisory Committee (01:50:40)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to approve Elizabeth Nickel to represent the Oneida Nation on
the Public Health Emergency Plan (PHEP), Advisory Committee, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
B.

Approve holding a special Business Committee meeting on December 13, 2024, at
9:00 a.m. to have RSM US LLP present the Year End Financial Statements
(01:51:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve holding a special Business Committee meeting on December 13,
2024, at 9:00 a.m. to have RSM US LLP present the Year End Financial Statements, seconded by
Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
C.

Approve the CDC approval package for CDC # 24-103 Cora House Park
Renovations (01:51:30)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the CDC approval package for CDC # 24-103 Cora House Park
Renovations, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
D.

Activate the FY-2025 funds - CIP # 23-113 Oneida Judiciary Center Safety
Upgrades (01:51:55)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve activating the FY-2025 funds - CIP # 23-113 Oneida Judiciary
Center Safety Upgrades, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

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Approve nomination of Jennifer Webster to Indian Health Service Tribal SelfGovernance Advisory Committee (01:52:18)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve nomination of Jennifer Webster to Indian Health Service Tribal
Self-Governance Advisory Committee, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
F.

Approve nomination of Debra Danforth to National Institutes of Health (NIH) Tribal
Advisory Committee (01:53:19)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve nomination of Debra Danforth to National Institutes of Health
(NIH) Tribal Advisory Committee, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
G.

Approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating Procedures entitled
Complaints Process for Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee
(01:53:38)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating
Procedures entitled Complaints Process for Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee,
seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
H.

Approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating Procedure entitled
Complaint Process for Direct reports to Individual Oneida Business Committee
members (01:53:59)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating Procedure
entitled Complaint Process for Direct reports to Individual Oneida Business Committee members,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
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Approve the CY-2025 vacancy postings for Boards, Committees, Commissions,
Tribally Chartered Entities, and Standing Committees (01:54:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the CY-2025 vacancy postings for Boards, Committees,
Commissions, Tribally Chartered Entities, and Standing Committees, seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
J.

Approve the 2025 Oneida Business Committee meeting, reporting, and standing
schedules (01:54:52)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the 2025 Oneida Business Committee meeting, reporting, and
standing schedules, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
K.

Review pool tournament proposal and determine next steps (01:55:17)
Sponsor: Raymond Roy Skenandore

Motion by Jennifer Webster to extend the public comment period for Raeann Skenadore for three (3)
additional minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Jonas Hill to extend the public comment period for Dean Roeseler for three (3) additional
minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 10:59 a.m.
Motion by Lawrence Barton to direct the General Manager, Economic Strategy Coordinator and Chief
Financial Officer to review, to bring back a response to the request, and to identify a potential funding
mechanism to the December 11, 2024, regular Business Committee meeting, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding approving an exception to
resolution # BC-01-12-22-A to cancel the November 27, 2024, and December 26,
2024, regular BC meetings (02:32:38)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding approving an exception
to resolution # BC-01-12-22-A to cancel the November 27, 2024, and December 26, 2024, regular BC
meetings, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Item XII.C. addressed next

XII.

REPORTS
A.

APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS
1.

Accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY-2024 4th
quarter report (01:00:06)
Sponsor: Lorna Skenandore, Chair/Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
Board

Councilman Jonas Hill Left at 9:31 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board FY-2024
4th quarter report, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
2.

Accept the Environmental Resources Board FY-2024 4th quarter memo
(01:00:33)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Environmental Resources Board FY-2024 4th quarter memo,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
3.

Accept the Oneida Community Library Board FY-2024 4th quarter report
(01:00:51)
Sponsor: Stephanie Metoxen, Chair/Oneida Community Library Board

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Community Library Board FY-2024 4th quarter
report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill

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Accept the Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:01:18)
Sponsor: Harmony Hill, Chair/Oneida Nation Arts Board

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Nation Arts Board FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
5.

Accept the Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report
(01:01:45)
Sponsor: Gerald Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee FY-2024 4th
quarter report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
6.

Accept the Oneida Personnel Commission FY-2024 4th quarter memorandum
(01:02:17)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Personnel Commission FY-2024 4th quarter
memorandum, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
7.

Accept the Oneida Police Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:02:37)
Sponsor: Richard VanBoxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission

Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the Oneida Police Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
8.

Accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2024 4th quarter
report (01:03:03)
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee FY-2024 4th
quarter report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill

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Accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board FY2024 4th quarter report (01:03:27)
Sponsor: Diane Hill, Chair/Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory
Board

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory
Board FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jonas Hill
Item V.J. addressed next
B.

ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS
1.

Accept Oneida Election Board FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:40:50)
Sponsor: Candace House, Chair/Oneida Election Board

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept Oneida Election Board FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
2.

Accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:41:17)
Sponsor: Mark Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Gaming Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded
by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
3.

Accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report
(01:41:17)
Sponsor: Chris Cornelius, Chair/Oneida Land Claims Commission

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Land Claims Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
4.

Accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:41:46)
Sponsor: Sidney White, Chair/Oneida Land Commission

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida Land Commission FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens

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Accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2024 4th quarter report
(01:42:18)
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging FY-2024 4th quarter
report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
6.

Accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2024 4th quarter report (01:42:51)
Sponsor: Sacheen Lawrence, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded
by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
7.

Accept the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report
(01:43:44)
Sponsor: Jermaine Delgado, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Secretary Lisa Liggins left 10:17 a.m.
Item IX.A. addressed next
C.

OPERATIONAL
1.

Accept the Big Bear Media FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:33:25)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Big Bear Media FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2024 4th quarter report
(02:36:57)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the Comprehensive Health Division FY-2024 4th
quarter report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
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Accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2024 4th quarter report
(02:37:18)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Comprehensive Housing Division FY-2024 4th quarter
report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
4.

Accept the Environmental, Land, & Agriculture Division FY-2024 4th quarter
report (02:39:23)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Environmental, Land, & Agriculture Division FY-2024 4th quarter
report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
5.

Accept the Public Works Division FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:39:40)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Public Works Division FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
6.

Accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:40:00)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Digital Technology Services FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
7.

Accept the Education and Training FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:40:20)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Education and Training FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

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8.

Accept the Emergency Management FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:43:34
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Emergency Management Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Emergency Management FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
9.

Accept the Grants FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:43:55)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Grants FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
10.

Accept the Human Services Division FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:44:16)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Human Services Division FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
11.

Accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:44:38)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Tribal Action Plan FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
D.

STANDING COMMITTEES
1.

Accept the Finance Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report (02:45:30)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Finance Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

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2.

Accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report
(02:45:38)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Item VIII.A. addressed next

XIII.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

Approve the 2025 annual report (02:56:36)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the 2025 annual report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
B.

Approve the minutes packet for the 2025 annual General Tribal Council meeting
(02:58:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the minutes packet for the 2025 annual General Tribal Council
meeting, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
C.

Accept the draft October 23, 2024, special General Tribal Council meeting minutes
and review requested action (02:59:12)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the draft October 23, 2024, special General Tribal
Council meeting minutes and direct Chief Counsel and the Executive HR Director to prepare a
proposal to attach educational credentials to Oneida Business Committee wages, that the proposal be
submitted to the Oneida Business Committee for review no later than March 31, 2025, that the
proposal be finalized for consideration by the General Tribal Council no later than the 2025 semiannual meeting, and the update on the progress be submitted in the executive HR Director quarterly
reports to the Oneida Business Committee, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

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D.

Review the September 8, 2024, special General Tribal Council meeting directives
report (03:00:37)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the September 8, 2024, special General Tribal
Council meeting directives report, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins

XIV.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (03:02:30)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into executive session at 11:32 a.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of executive session at 2:38 p.m., seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (03:03:12)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept the General Manager report (03:03:20)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

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3.

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance November 2024
report (03:03:41)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance November
2024 report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
Motion by Jennifer Webster to direct Intergovernmental Affairs to work with the Chair's office to carry
out the recommendation for item #3 under Business Committee directives, seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
4.

Accept the Treasurer's September 2024 report (03:04:27)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Treasurer's September 2024 report, seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
5.

Accept the Retail Manager FY-2024 4th quarter report (03:04:45)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Retail Manager FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
6.

Accept the Executive HR Director FY-2024 4th quarter report (03:05:02)
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Executive HR Director FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded
by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

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7.

Accept the Security Director FY-2024 4th quarter report (03:05:15)
Sponsor: Katsitsiyo Danforth, Security Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Security Director FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
8.

Accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2024 4th quarter report (03:05:39)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Gaming General Manager FY-2024 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
9.

Accept the Hotel to Gaming Transition Committee October 1, 2024, report
(03:05:53)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Hotel to Gaming Transition Committee October 1, 2024,
report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
B.

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the September 17, 2024, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
(03:06:12)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the September 17, 2024, regular Audit Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept the Audit Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report (03:06:27)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Audit Committee FY-2024 4th quarter report, seconded by
Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

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3.

Accept the Cage/Vault/Kiosk compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:06:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Cage/Vault/Kiosk compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
4.

Accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:06:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
5.

Accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) Year End compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:07:12)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) Year End compliance audit and lift
the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
6.

Accept the Optical Department performance assurance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:07:26)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the Optical Department performance assurance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
7.

Accept the Tsyunhehkwa Farm controls assessment audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:07:42)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Tsyunhehkwa Farm controls assessment audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

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C.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Accept the October 2, 2024, Oneida Business Committee Officer session notes
(03:07:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the October 2, 2024, Oneida Business Committee Officer
session notes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
2.

Accept employment contract - FCJ-03457 - file # 2024-1218 (03:08:16)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept employment contract - FCJ-03457 - file # 2024-1218, seconded
Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
3.

Accept employment contract - DRO-09096 - file # 2021-0704 (03:08:36)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept employment contract - DRO-09096 - file # 2021-0704, seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
4.

Review application(s) for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc
Committee (03:08:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for two (2) vacancies
- Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins
5.

Review and finalize the draft Progress Report and Infographic regarding
Strategic Planning and Nation Building (03:09:16)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion regarding the draft Progress Report and
Infographic as information, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

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ADJOURN (03:09:34)

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 2:45 p.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson,
Not Present:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Lisa Liggins

Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. Session:

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

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Accept Resolution for Pool Tournament Donation for $163,883 from
the EDDCD Fund.
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‫ ܆‬Finance
‫ ܆‬Law Office
‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail
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5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
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 Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

 Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted
‫ ܆‬Other:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

 Submission:
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Strategy
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Authorized Sponsor: Justin
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Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Fund (EDDCD) Request
Name: Ray Skenandore
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Date Requested: 11/13/24

Department:

Please ^ĞůĞĐƚ ‫ ܈‬use for the funds:
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‫܆‬Housing

‫܆‬Community Design

‫܆‬Transportation, Facilities & Utilities

‫܆‬Economic Development

‫܆‬Natural Resources

‫܆‬Public Safety

‫܆‬Land Use

‫܆‬Parks and Recreation
‫ ܆‬Agriculture

Detailed Description (Please attach any supporting documents to form and dollar amounts needed):

See
1. Attached. Community and possible economic development.

*For more information please refer to the 2014 Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Plan, Neighborhood Development Plan, Live, Sustain, Grow Plan,
and the Economic Development Plan.

Does this project already exist or have been approved for CIP? No
If “YES” please indicate the CIP or project number:

Responsible employee for authorizing expenditures: Ray Skenandore/Dean Roe

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Memorandum
To:

Oneida Business Committee Officers

From: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
Date: November 22, 2024
Re:

EDDCD Fund Sponsorship for Pool Tournament

Background:
The November 13, 2024, Oneida Business Committee meeting, the Business Committee
motioned: “So I have a motion to direct the general manager, economic strategy Coordinator
and Chief Financial Officer to review to bring back a response to the request and to identify a
potential funding mechanism to the December 11th, 2024, regular Business Committee
meeting.” This request to use the EDDCD fund to sponsor the pool tournament and if it aligns
with the fund.
Current Request:
Ray Skenandore and Dr. Pool are requesting for $163,883.00 to sponsor Women’s Professional
Billiards Association World Championship and the Roy Skenandore Memorial Tournament at the
Oneida Hotel.
Findings after review
The pool tournament and the sponsorship for the WPBA World Championship tournament
would be considered an economic and community development for the Nation. According to
the submission from Dr. Pool and Mr. Skenandore, the projected potential revenue is about
$266,000 for the weekend going to the Oneida Hotel, Gaming, and restaurants. This is the gross
revenues for a weekend, but this projected if there is a lot of gaming and the hotel sells the full
number of rooms. There will be a lot of local players that might not stay at the hotel nor gamble.
This is why this would be a bigger potential for community development, as it will serve as a
memorial for Roy Skenandore, potential education for youth, and marketing and advertising
dollars to the local, national, and international audiences.
The Guiding Document utilized to determine the use of the EDDCD funds include the Economic
Development Plan which have the following economic related items:
¾ Marketing and Image – Raise the Oneida Nation’s profile through marketing efforts
aimed at internal and external audiences.
¾ Visitor Attraction – Elevate the role of the Oneida Reservation as a visitor destination
with events, conferences, and new tourist attractions.

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In Closing
The requested $163,883.00 payment from the Economic Development, Diversity, and
Community Development fund and this is appropriate use of these funds. I would further ask if
the Oneida Casino and Hotel keep specific data to see if this could be a potential for revenue
generation.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee

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

Statement of Effect
Approval of Use of EDDCD Funds for a donation of $163,883 for donation for Roy Skenandore
Memorial Pool Tournament
Summary
The resolution approves an allocation of one hundred sixty three thousand eight hundred eighty
three dollars ($163,883) from the Fund for the purpose of donation to the Roy Skenandore
Memorial Pool Tournament.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: December 4, 2024
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Business Committee has adopted resolutions which set aside funds disbursed from
corporations to the Nation in an Economic Development, Diversification and Community
Development fund (“the Fund”) and describes the process for accessing those funds. [Resolutions
BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19-C, BC-01-23-19-D, and BC-0526-21-B]. When a request to utilize monies from the Fund is received, the Review Team,
comprised of the Strategic Planner, Business Analyst, and the Budget Analyst, review the request
for use of the Fund and determines if the proposed use is consistent with the Fund. The Review
Team is then required to provide a written recommendation to the Oneida Business Committee
regarding whether to authorize the allocation from the Fund to a specific project identified by a
contract number, CIP number, economic development opportunity number or other easily
trackable number or designation. The Oneida Business Committee is then responsible for
authorizing use of the Fund by a resolution clearly identifying the amount of funds authorized and
purpose of the funds, which may be identified by a contract number, CIP number, economic
development opportunity number or other easily trackable number or designation, and the
employee responsible for authorizing expenditures of the authorized amount.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee would be approving an
allocation of one hundred sixty three thousand eight hundred eighty three dollars ($163,883) from
the Fund for the purpose of donation to the Roy Skenandore Memorial Pool Tournament. This
resolution provides that the one hundred sixty three thousand eight hundred eighty three dollars
($163,883) from the Fund is not intended to be used for any other expenses, and any unspent funds
will be returned to the Fund.
This resolution does not specifically state how utilizing the Fund for this purpose is aligned with
the Oneida Business Committee Broad Goals or the approved Economic Development Plan
Elements, but one may assume this threshold was met if the resolution is ultimately being
recommended. Dean Roeseler, of Dr. Pool is identified as the responsible employees for this
allocation of funding. This resolution does not directly provide a contract number, CIP number,
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economic development opportunity number or other easily trackable number or designation – but
this funding could be tracked through the resolution number.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development
Funds for a donation of $163,883 for Roy Skenandore Memorial Pool Tournament
WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and

WHEREAS,

the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Fund was
created by resolutions # BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, and BC-01-23-19-D and the
procedures for use of the fund set forth in resolution # BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19- C,
and BC-05-26-21-B, Updating and Clarifying Access to the Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Fund As Amended; and

WHEREAS,

the requested $163,883 donation to the Roy Skenandore Memorial Pool Tournament; and

WHEREAS,

utilizing the Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Fund
to fund $163,883 for donation for the Roy Skenandore Memorial Pool Tournament.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee does approve the allocation of
$163,883 from the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for the
purpose of donation to the Roy Skenandore Memorial Pool Tournament.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, the $163,883 as payment is not intended to be used for any other expenses
and any unspent funds from the $163,883 will be returned to the Economic Development, Diversification,
and Community Development Fund.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the responsible parties identified as Dean Roeseler, of Dr. Pool.

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Adopt resolution entitled Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. Session:

‫ ܈‬Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
CIP #19-004 - Actions noted on attached memo.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

‫ ܈‬Finance
‫ ܆‬Law Office
‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail
‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Programs/Services
‫ ܆‬DTS
‫ ܆‬Boards, Committees, or Commissions

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

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

Revised: 08/25/2023

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6. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

7. Budget Information:

‫ ܈‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted
‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

Mark W. Powless
8. Submission:

Digitally signed by Mark W.
Powless
Date: 2024.12.03 16:30:12 -06'00'

Authorized Sponsor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Paul J. Witek – Engineering Director/Senior Architect

Revised: 08/25/2023

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
EngineeringDepartment
DivisionofPublicWorks

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December2,2024
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BusinessCommitteeAgendaRequestͲMemo
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ProjectNo.: 19Ͳ004

ProjectTitle: ACCP–SiteAmenities

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Purpose:
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TheprojectteamisseekinganamendmenttoBCResolution#03Ͳ23Ͳ22ͲDtochangetheproject
conclusiondatefromDecember31,2024,toDecember31,2026.
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Background:
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Theapprovedprojectincludesenhancements/amenitiesattheAmeliaCorneliusCulturePark
(ACCP)toimprovesafety,handicapaccessibilityandfunctionalityoftheproperty.Theproject
includessubͲprojects:CIP#22Ͳ108VeteransMemorialImprovements,CIP#22Ͳ109
GroundskeepingGarage,andCIP#24Ͳ104ACCPVisitorCenter.
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TheBusinessCommitteeapprovedResolution#03Ͳ23Ͳ22ͲDObligationforAmeliaCornelius
CulturePark&VeteransWallEnhancementsUtilizingTribalContributionSavings,forthe
purposeoffundingforthisproject.
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ThestatusofthemainprojectandsubͲprojectsis:
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Ͳ #19Ͳ004ACCPSiteAmenities
o Amenitiesincludedinmainprojecthavebeenconstructedandarecomplete.
Ͳ #22Ͳ108VeteransMemorialImprovements
o Improvementshavebeenconstructedandarecomplete.
Ͳ #22Ͳ109GroundskeepingGarage
o Reviewingprojectscopeforalignmentwithavailablebudget.
Ͳ #24Ͳ104ACCPVisitorCenter
o Reviewingprojectscopeforalignmentwithavailablebudget.
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ThetimeextensionisneededtoallowthecontinueddevelopmentoftheremainingsubͲ
projects.
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N7332WaterCirclePlace•P.O.Box365•Oneida,WI54155
oneidaǦnsn.gov
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Attachments:
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x BCResolution#03Ͳ23Ͳ22ͲDObligationforCIP#19Ͳ004,AmeliaCorneliusCulturePark–
SiteAmenities,UtilizingAmericanRescuePlanActof2021FederalReliefFunds.
x DraftAmendmenttoBCResolution#03Ͳ23Ͳ22ͲD.
x StatementofEffect.
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ActionRequested:
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1. ApprovalofAmendmenttoBCResolution#03Ͳ23Ͳ22ͲD.
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G:\ENG\Projects\19Ͳ004SiteAmenities\TribalApprovals\MemoͲBCAgendaRequest.docx

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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
Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park &
Veterans Wall Enhancements, Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
Summary
The resolution amends resolution BC-03-23-22-D, Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park
& Veterans Wall Enhancements Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings, to extend the date in which
the project needs to be completed by from December 31, 2024, to December 31, 2026.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: December 4, 2024
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Nation received federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)
funds to address matters arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Oneida Business Committee
has approved application of ARPA funds to lost revenue and allocation of tribal funds to the ARPA
Federal Rescue Funds to investments in the “Lost Revenue” line (ARPA FRF LR) in the
Investment Report. 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”
The Oneida Business Committee determined that these funds should be used as set out in resolution
BC-06-09-21-B, Setting Goals for Application of Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of
2021 to Direct Support to Individuals, Families, Community and the Oneida Nation, as amended
by resolution BC-06-23-21-C, Amendment # 1 to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Investment
Allocation to Direct Membership Assistance. In resolution BC-06-09-21-B, the Oneida Business
Committee identified that the primary applications for the use of ARPA FRF would be to aid
members and create tangible benefits related to housing, food sovereignty, education, and culture.
In addition, the Oneida Business Committee directed the ARPA FRF to be spread across a three
(3) year period in eight (8) specific categories to guide expenditures to meet such primary
applications in an informed and transparent manner through the approval of projects by resolution.
After the adoption of resolution BC-06-09-21-B, the Oneida Business Committee received
information which indicated that there was a more immediate need to address the pandemic’s
twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month negative impact on the membership’s access to jobs, education,
healthcare, and housing. The Oneida Business Committee then adopted resolution BC-06-23-21C, Amendment # 1 to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Investment Allocation to Direct
Membership Assistance, which amended resolution BC-06-09-21-B to reflect its decision, which,
more specifically, was to apply the 45% Direct Membership Assistance payment of three thousand
dollars ($3,000) in the current fiscal year, with any remaining funds after the payment to be
allocated in Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023. Additionally, resolution BC-06-23-21-C provided
clarification on the eligibility for membership assistance general welfare exclusion payments,
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application period, obligation, and ability to approve projects across fiscal years; and directed that
the allocations be reviewed at least each fiscal year to determine whether modifications should be
made. The work sheet that was attached to resolution BC-06-09-21-B was also deleted by
resolution BC-06-23-21-C and replaced with the work sheet attached thereto, entitled, American
Recovery Plan Act – FRF; Lost Revenue; ARPA FRF LR Investments – Updated June 23, 2021.
The Oneida Business Committee was then presented with recommended amendments to the
processes based on implementation of the June 2021 resolutions, application of ARPA FRF
through the lost revenue formula, identification of direct use and Tribal Contribution Savings. The
Oneida Business Committee reviewed the recommendations and determined that the
recommended amendments offer clarification in the processes and provide reporting at intervals
that will keep all parties informed on the status of approved projects. The Oneida Business
Committee then adopted resolution BC-03-30-22-A, Updating Tribal Contribution Savings
Processes and Allocations, which superseded the processes identified in Resolve #6 of resolution
BC-06-09-21-B, as amended by Resolve #2 of resolution BC-06-23-21-C and adopted a new
project approval process which was to be supplemented with needed Standard Operating
Procedures approved by the FRF Program Office.
Resolution BC-03-30-22-A had certain responsibilities delegated to the Strategic Planner. For the
2023-2026 term the Oneida Business Committee has removed the Strategic Planner from the
approved positions for the support of the Oneida Business Committee. The Oneida Business
Committee has identified a need to amend the reporting process and provide the membership
reporting on the status of the TC Savings projects funds. Through the adoption of resolution BC05-22-24-A, Amending BC Resolution 03-30-22-A, Updating Tribal Contribution Savings
Processes and Allocations, the Oneida Business Committee amends the reporting process
identified in resolution BC 03-30-22-A to address reporting by the project owner and the Chief
Financial Officer. This resolution also provides that the resolution BC-03-30-22-A updated Tribal
Contributions Savings Allocation spreadsheet is the last approved Tribal Contribution Savings
Allocation spreadsheet and is attached to this amended BC resolution.
The Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-03-23-22-D, Obligation for Amelia
Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings,
which approved the obligation of funds for the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall
Enhancements project, in the amount of $2,682,210 from Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture
and Language) with Michelle Danforth Anderson, Marketing and Tourism Director, assigned as
the Project Owner. This project was to be concluded by December 31, 2024. Resolution BC-0323-22-D was exempt from the statement of effect requirement in accordance with resolution BC07-28-21-L, Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to Exclude Resolutions Obligating
ARPA FRF LR Funds for Projects Approved Through the FRF Office.
This resolution amends resolution BC-03-23-22-D to extend the date in which the project needs to
be completed by from December 31, 2024, to December 31, 2026, and also adds in references CIP
numbers #19-004, #22-108, #22-109, and #24-104.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D
Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements 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
“4272035 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) –
x Direct Membership Assistance, 45% of funds;
x Housing, 17% of funds;
x Food and Agriculture, 12% of funds;
x Education, 6% of funds;
x Culture and Language, 10% of funds;
x Revenue Generations, 2% of funds;
x Government Roles and Responsibilities, 3% of funds;
x Overall Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty, 5% of funds; and

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BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D
Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
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WHEREAS,

the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park Project includes: Veterans Memorial Wall parking lot,
sidewalks, eagle statue base, and paver project; the Northwest Corner upgrades to include:
new parking lot, bathrooms, pavilion, and visitor center; Log Home/Long House upgrades
to include: accessible ramps to log homes, asphalt trail system, stage area, road closure
gates, and removal of DPW Shed; the Language House area upgrades to include; road
work, removal of tree and light pole and replace with a cul-de-sac. New DPW Shed and
new lights will be installed around the park.

WHEREAS,

the Project Owner for the proposed project is requesting $2,682,210 obligated from the
Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture & Language); and

WHEREAS,

this project will be concluded by December 31, 2024; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has reviewed the proposed project; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the that the Oneida Business Committee approves the
obligation of funds for the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements project, in the
amount of $2,682,210 from Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture and Language) with Michelle Danforth
Anderson, Marketing and Tourism Director, assigned as the Project Owner.
CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned, as Secretary of the Oneida Business Committee, hereby certify that the Oneida
Business Committee is composed of 9 members of whom 5 members constitute a quorum; 7 members
were present at a meeting duly called, noticed and held on the 23rd day of March, 2022; that the forgoing
resolution was duly adopted at such meeting by a vote of 6 members for, 0 members against, and 0
members not voting*; and that said resolution has not been rescinded or amended in any way.

____________________________
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Oneida Business Committee
*According to the By-Laws, Article I, Section 1, the Chair votes "only in the case of a tie."

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Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park &
Veterans Wall Enhancements, 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) –
x Direct Membership Assistance, 45% of funds;
x Housing, 17% of funds;
x Food and Agriculture, 12% of funds;
x Education, 6% of funds;
x Culture and Language, 10% of funds;
x Revenue Generations, 2% of funds;
x Government Roles and Responsibilities, 3% of funds;
x Overall Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty, 5% of funds; and

WHEREAS,

the CIP #19-004 Amelia Cornelius Culture Park - Site Amenities Project includes as subprojects: CIP #22-108 Veterans Memorial Wall Improvements, parking lot, sidewalks, eagle
statue base, and paver project; the Northwest Corner upgrades to include: new parking lot,
bathrooms, pavilion, and visitor center; Log Home/Long House upgrades to include:
accessible ramps to log homes, asphalt trail system, stage area, road closure gates, and
removal of DPW Shed; the Language House area upgrades to include: road work, removal

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BC Resolution # _______
Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements,
Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
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of tree and light pole and replace with cul-de-sac. New DPW Shed and new lights will be
installed around the park CIP #22-109 Groundskeeping Garage, and CIP #24-104 ACCP
Visitor Center; and
WHEREAS,

the Project Owner for the proposed project is requesting $2,682,210 obligated from the
Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture & Language) category; and

WHEREAS,

this project will be concluded by December 31, 20242026; and

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 CIP #19-004 the Amelia Cornelius Culture Park & Veterans Wall Enhancements project – Site
Amenities project and sub-projects, in the amount of $2,682,210 from Tribal Contribution Savings,
(Culture & Language) with Michelle Danforth Anderson, Marketing and Tourism Director , assigned as the
Project Owner.

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Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park &
Veterans Wall Enhancements, 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 CIP #19-004 Amelia Cornelius Culture Park - Site Amenities Project includes as subprojects: CIP #22-108 Veterans Memorial Improvements, CIP #22-109 Groundskeeping
Garage, and CIP #24-104 ACCP Visitor Center; and

WHEREAS,

the Project Owner for the proposed project is requesting $2,682,210 obligated from the
Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture & Language) category; and

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BC Resolution # _______
Amendment to BC Resolution # 03-23-22-D Obligation for Amelia Cornelius Culture Park &
Veterans Wall Enhancements, Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
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WHEREAS,

this project will be concluded by December 31, 2026; and

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 CIP #19-004 Amelia Cornelius Culture Park – Site Amenities project and sub-projects, in the
amount of $2,682,210 from Tribal Contribution Savings, (Culture & Language) with Michelle Danforth
Anderson, Marketing and Tourism Director , assigned as the Project Owner.

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Determine next steps regarding one (1) appointment - Oneida Land Commission

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

SDAVIS

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

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

December 3, 2024

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Land Commission

Background
One (1) vacancy was posted for the Oneida Land Commission. The vacancy is to complete
term ending July 31, 2025.
The vacancy has been posted since October 9, 2024. The latest application deadline was
November 8, 2024, and three (3) application(s) were received for the following applicant(s):
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Donald McLester
Pamela Nohr
Connor Kestell

Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 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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Accept the November 14, 2024, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

12/11/24

2. Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 11/14/24 & E-Poll

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: All areas that require FC

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

approval

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

Revised: 08/25/2023

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6. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
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☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
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7. Budget Information:

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8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 08/25/2023

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

MELISSA ALVARADO, BUDGET MANAGER

SUBJECT: E‐POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 14, 2024
DATE:

11/14/24

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E‐Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of November 14, 2024. The E‐Poll and minutes were sent
out today and concluded today. The results of the completed E‐Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
T he re w as a Ma jo r it y of 6 F C m em ber s v ot in g t o a pp ro ve th e No vem b e r
1 4 , 2 02 4 F i na nce C om m itt ee M e et in g M i n ut e s . F C Mem b er s vot in g
i n c lu de d: R a L in da N i n ham - Lam b er i es , L i sa L ig g in s , J en n if e r W ebst er ,
J o n a s H i l l , C h a d F u s s , a n d S a r a h W h it e.

These Finance Committee Minutes of November 14, 2024 will be placed on the next
Finance Committee agenda to acknowledge this E‐Poll action. Per the FC By‐Laws all
Minutes of the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC
acceptance.

Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920‐ 869‐4325
FAO@oneidanation.org

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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 14, 2024 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M.
Business Committee Conference Room

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
Sarah White, Purchasing Director

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED:
OTHERS PRESENT : David Emerson, Christopher Danforth, Amber Cornelius, Paul Truttmann,
Todd VanDen Heuvel, Tonia Skenandore, Kyle Skenandore, Josephine Skenandore, Carrie
Lindsey, David Jordan, Maureen Perkins, Ashley Blaker, and Melissa Alvarado taking notes

I.

CALL TO ORDER : The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:28
A.M.

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA : NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the November 14, 2024 Finance
Committee Meeting Agenda with one add-on under New Business #20 and two
deletions under Oneida Finance Fund Requests #2 & #21 by the requesters. Seconded
by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES : October 24, 2024 (Approved via E-Poll on 10/24/24)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on October 24, 2024
approving the October 24, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by
RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Abstained by Jonas Hill. Motion carried.

IV.

TABLED BUSINESS :

V.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES :

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1. AGS - Purchase (14) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $323,430.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the AGS – Purchase (14) Slot Machines
in the amount of $323,430.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Aristocrat - Purchase (24) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $592,440.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Aristocrat – Purchase (24) Slot
Machines in the amount of $592,440.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Incredible Tech - Purchase (6) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $141,538.50

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Incredible Tech – Purchase (6) Slot
Machines in the amount of $141,538.50. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. Ainsworth - Purchase (6) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $141,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Ainsworth – Purchase (6) Slot
Machines in the amount of $141,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. IGT - Purchase (22) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $438,768.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the IGT – Purchase (22) Slot Machines in
the amount of $438,768.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
6. LNW - Purchase (32) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $665,120.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the LNW – Purchase (32) Slot Machines
in the amount of $665,120.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

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7. Bluberi - Purchase (6) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $143,100.00

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Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Bluberi – Purchase (6) Slot Machines
in the amount of $143,100.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
8. Everi - Purchase (14) Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $284,675.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Everi – Purchase (14) Slot Machines
in the amount of $284,675.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
9. FY25 Fleet Vehicle Capital Expenditures
Chris Danforth, DPW-Automotive

Amount: $950,180.000

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the FY25 Fleet Vehicle Capital Expenditures in the amount
of $950,180.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.

VI.

NEW BUSINESS :
1. FY25 Blkt PO – Aimbridge Cash and Credit
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $12,000,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Aimbridge-Cash and Credit in the
amount of $12,000,000.00 contingent upon approval of final contract and direct Gaming to
bring back an update at the first Finance Committee meeting in December on the requested
depository update process. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. FY25 Blkt PO – Aimbridge Comps Reimbursemenrt
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $4,000,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Aimbridge-Comps
Reimbursement in the amount of $4,000,000.00 contingent upon contract finalization.
Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
3. FY25 Blkt PO – Aimbridge Profit and Loss
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin
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Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Aimbridge-Profit and Loss in the

amount of $2,000,000.00 contingent upon contract finalization. Seconded by Sarah White.
Motion carried unanimously.
4. FY25 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor – Oneida Hotel
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $85,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Badger Liquor Oneida Hotel in the amount of $85,000.00 contingent upon contract finalization. Seconded
by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
5. FY25 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing – Oneida Hotel
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $65,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Kay Beer
Distributing – Oneida Hotel in the amount of $65,000.00 contingent upon contract
finalization. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimous.
6. FY25 Blkt PO – Hill Fix It LLC
Amber Cornelius, CHD

Amount: $150,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Hill Fix It LLC in the amount of
$150,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
For the Record: Sarah White to make note, all task orders subject to bidding in accordance
with the procurement policies and the fully executed task order is submitted to the contract
folder to be saved in OnBase. This will assist in connecting the contract to the purchase
order.
7. FY25 Blkt PO – Woodstock Hardwood Flooring LLC
Amber Cornelius, CHD

Amount: $115,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Woodstock
Hardwood Flooring LLC in the amount of $115,000.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously.

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8. FY25 Blkt PO - Richard's Heating & Cooling Inc
Amber Cornelius, CHD

Amount: $75,000.00

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Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Richard’s Heating
& Cooling Inc. in the amount of $75,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
For the Record: Sarah White to make note, all task orders subject to bidding in accordance
with the procurement policies need to include the Diamond Heating & Cooling under Indian
Preference.
9. FY25 Blkt PO – Grainger
Amber Cornelius, CHD

Amount: $55,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Grainger in the
amount of $55,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
10. Lee Recreation LLC - Playground Equipment & Installation
Paul Truttmann, Engineering

Amount: $440,663.70

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Lee Recreation LLC – Playground
Equipment & Installation in the amount of $440,663.70. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Abstained
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried.
Jennifer Webster arrived at 9:02 AM.
11. Gitchi Gaming - Replacement Parts
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Amount: $126,700.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Gitchi Gaming – Replacement Parts
in the amount of $126,700.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
12. Creative Sign Company Inc. – Signage
Paul Truttmann, Engineering

Amount: $487,400.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Creative Sign Company Inc. – Signage in the
amount of $487,400.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
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13. Culture Amp – Service Contract
Todd VanDen Heuvel, HRD

Amount: $93,200.00

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Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Culture Amp – Service Contract in the amount
of $93,200.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
14. FY25 Blkt PO – Midwest Bingo Supplies
Melissa Webster, Gaming-Bingo

Amount: $142,792.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Midwest Bingo
Supplies in the amount of $142,792.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
15. FY25 Blkt PO – Everi Games/VKGS
Melissa Webster, Gaming-Bingo

Amount: $170,816.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Everi Games/VKGS
in the amount of $170,816.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
16. Oneida Engineering Solutions LLC – Parking Lot Maint.
Kyle Skenandore, Engineering

Amount: $349,233.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Engineering Solutions LLC – Parking Lot
Maint. in the amount of $349,233.00 contingent upon a confirmation letter from the
granting agency allowing the sole source. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
17. FY25 Blkt PO - Spectrum Enterprises - Cable Services
Louise Cornelius, Gaming-Admin

Amount: $130,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Spectrum
Enterprises-Cable Services in the amount of $130,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously.
18. Everi Payments - Slot Maintenance
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming-DTS

Amount: $182,436.10

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the Everi Payments – Slot Maintenance
in the amount of $182,436.10. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

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19. FY25 Blkt PO - Olm Orthodontics
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp Health

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Amount: $356,928.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Olm Orthodontics in the
amount of $356,928.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
20. ADD-ON: FY25 Blkt PO – Arbor Haven Family Home
Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $150,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve the FY25 Blanket PO – Arbor Haven
Family Home in the amount of $150,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.

VII. ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
Report:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – November 2024
Melissa Alvarado, Budget Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for November 2024.
Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1. 1848 Team Basketball Training fees
Requester: Sherry Skenandore for Holden

Amount: $569.70

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for 1848 Team
Basketball Training fees for the son of the requester in the amount of $569.70 contingent
upon additional documentation supporting the activity. Seconded by RaLinda NinhamLamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Oneida Nation Academy Box Lacrosse fees
Requester: Alicia Summers for Justin

Amount: $445.50

Delete from the Agenda.
3. Northwestern Medicine Health & Wellness Center Membership
Requester: Nicole Holland
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Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
request for Northwestern Medicine Health & Wellness Center Membership in the amount
of $750. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Oneida Nation Academy Box Lacrosse fe

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