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Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting

8:30 AM Wednesday, October 27, 2021

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 BC Support Office, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center and

present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to change.

NOTICE

Effective August 20, 2021, the Norbert Hill Center Administrative Offices are closed to the public;

this include OBC meetings. Any person who has comments or questions regarding open session

items may submit them via e-mail to the OBC at secretary@oneidanation.org no later than the

close of business the day before the OBC meeting. Any comments or questions received shall be

noticed to the OBC and entered into the record as a handout by the BC Support Office. The

meeting will also be conducted using Microsoft Teams, please contact the BC Support Office at

920-869-4364 for instructions on how to join virtually.

The decision to close Norbert Hill Center Administrative Offices to the public is due to both the

rise in COVID-19 cases throughout both Brown and Outagamie Counites, as well as to ensure

compliance with protocols relating to public access to the Oneida Nation High School.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

OPENING

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

Judiciary - Family Court Judge - Rodney Dequaine

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Golf Enterprise Agent - Justin Nishimoto

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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MINUTES

Approve the October 13, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Approve the October 20, 2021, special Business Committee meeting

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

RESOLUTIONS

Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon

and Forgiveness Law

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Adopt resolution entitled Opposing Enbridge’s Construction of Pipelines 3 and 5

Sponsor: Daniel Guzman King, Councilman

Adopt resolution entitled Amending Fiscal Year 2022 budget approval timelines

provided in BC resolution # 09-22-21-E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

APPOINTMENTS

Determine next steps regarding five (5) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Police Commission

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Trust Enrollment

Committee

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

STANDING COMMITTEES

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Accept the October 4, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

Accept the October 21, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

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LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE

QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE

IX.

ARPA FRF Updates and Requests/Proposals

XI.

Approve the revised Quality of Life Committee charter

Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman

STANDING ITEMS

Accept the October 6, 2021, Legislative Operating Committee meeting

minutes

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Consider request for an ARPA GWE payment for December 2021

Sponsor: Michael Debraska, Tribal Member

NEW BUSINESS

Research Request: Gleason et al-Univ. of Minnesota-Addressing Alzheimer's

Disease and Related Dementias Disparities: Indigenous Adaptation of the Mild

Behavioral Impairment Checklist (IAMBIC) - Review recommendation and determine

next steps

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Review the Poker Rules of Play and determine appropriate next steps

Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Sr., Chairman/Oneida Gaming Commission

Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Arts Board

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

Schedule a special Business Committee meeting on November 5, 2021, to determine

next steps regarding the November 15, 2021, tentatively scheduled special General

Tribal Council meeting

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

XIII.

REPORTS

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance

October 2021 report

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs

Accept the General Manager report

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Accept the Chief Counsel report

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

NEW BUSINESS

Approve the attorney contract - Legislative Reference Office staff attorney file # 2021-0743

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Approve the performance expectations - attachment A and 2021-2022 annual

projects & targets for DR14.

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Review the job position assessment report and determine next steps

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Review application(s) for five (5) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Police Commission

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Review application(s) for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Trust Enrollment

Committee

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Consider a tribal member concern related to 105.7-4

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 Business Committee Support Office at (920) 869-4364

or (800) 236-2214

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Judiciary - Family Court Judge - Rodney Dequaine

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BDOXTAT1

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Oneida Nation

Business Committee Support Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

October 19, 2021

RE:

Oath of Office – Judiciary

Background

The Oneida Business Committee appointed Rodney Dequaine as Family Court Judge via epoll. The e-poll results were entered into the record at the October 13, 2021, regular

Business Committee meeting.

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

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Oneida Golf Enterprise Agent - Justin Nishimoto

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement ☐ Presentation

☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law

☐ Report

☐ Correspondence

☐ Legal Review

☐ Resolution

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Minutes

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition

☐ Travel Documents

☒ Other: BC took action on 10/13 to appoint Justin Nishimoto as agent for OGE

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

LLIGGINS

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Approve the October 13, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☐ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☒ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

LLIGGINS

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Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting

8:30 AM Wednesday, October 13, 2021

BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center

Minutes

REGULAR MEETING

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Daniel Guzman King, David

P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers (via Microsoft Teams1), Jennifer Webster;

Not Present: n/a

Arrived at: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 8:34 a.m., Treasurer Tina Danforth at 9:23 a.m. (via

Microsoft Teams);

Others present: Jo Anne House, Larry Barton, Mark W. Powless, Kristen Hooker, Chad Wilson, Melinda

J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Sawyer (via

Microsoft Teams), Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams), Diane Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Mike

Debraska (via Microsoft Teams), Todd VanDen Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via

Microsoft Teams), Amy Spears (via Microsoft Teams), Jeanette Ninham (via Microsoft Teams), Rosa

Laster (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams),

Candice Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Nancy Barton (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via

Microsoft Teams), Jessica Vandekamp (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams),

Marilyn King (via Microsoft Teams), Jesse Padron (via Microsoft Teams), Vanessa Miller (via Microsoft

Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Thomas Swiecichowski (via Microsoft Teams), Josh

Cottrell (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), William Vervoort (via Microsoft

Teams), Kitty Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Mary Grave (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Santiago (via

Microsoft Teams), Carmen Vanlanen (via Microsoft Teams), Michel Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams),

Nicole Rommel (via Microsoft Teams), Kyle Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via

Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), Fawne Rasmussen (via Microsoft Teams);

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:32 a.m.

For the record: Treasurer Tina Danforth will be arriving late.

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

sharing, and video meetings.

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II.

OPENING (00:00:14)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens arrived at 8:34 p.m.

Special recognition for years of service (00:00:30)

Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Special recognition for years of service by Chairman Tehassi Hill of the following individuals: 40 years

of services - Yvette M. Peguero; 35 years of service - Bridget E. John, Lori S. Hill, Roger A. Yealey; 30

years of service - Lee A. Schuyler, Debra J. Cornelius, Orville J. Cornelius Jr., Reynold T. Danforth,

Marsha J. Danforth, Shellyrae L. Stevens, Virginia A. Peltier, Frances M. Nunies, Judith A. Nicholas,

Grace J. Delgado, Richard N. Cottrell; 25 years of service - Lisa M. Rauschenbach, Christopher J.

Danforth, Louis E. Mehojah, Grace K. Koehler, Amy L. Griesbach, Harvey J. Melchert, Helmuth A.

Kosbab, Bobbi J. King, Doreen M. Thorpe.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:04:53)

Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt the agenda with three (3) changes [1) under the Standing

Committees/Legislative Operating Committee section, add item entitled "Consider the repeal of

Leasing law Rule No. 5 - Tribal Housing Reacquisition of Individual Fee and Trust Title (THRIFTT)"; 2)

under the New Business section, add item entitled "Approve three (3) actions related to the Oneida

Golf Enterprise Agent"; and 3) move from the Executive Session/New Business section the item

entitled "Approve three (3) actions regarding the Joint Food Distribution Program on Indian

Reservations Self-Determination Demonstration Project" to the New Business section], seconded by

Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE (00:09:15)

Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Jeanette Ninham, Michelle Sawyer, Rosa

Laster, Diane Hill and Kathleen "Kitty" Hill were present via Microsoft Teams.

Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board - Jeanette Ninham

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Community Library Board - Michelle Sawyer

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee - Rosa Laster

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board - Diane Hill and

Kathleen "Kitty" Hill

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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MINUTES

Approve the September 22, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

(00:13:21)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the September 22, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting

minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

VI.

RESOLUTIONS

Adopt resolution entitled Application for the FY 2021 Indian Community

Development Block Grant-American Rescue Plan (00:13:56)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 10-13-21-A Application for the FY 2021 Indian Community

Development Block Grant-American Rescue Plan, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adoption of BC resolution #

09-16-21-A Revised Public Peace Law Citation Schedule (00:14:34)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adoption of BC

resolution # 09-16-21-A Revised Public Peace Law Citation Schedule, seconded by David P. Jordan.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

VII.

STANDING COMMITTEES

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE

Accept the September 15, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee

meeting minutes (00:26:54)

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Marie Summers to accept the September 15, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee

meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

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Approve the repeal of Leasing law Rule No. 5 - Tribal Housing Reacquisition of

Individual Fee and Trust Title (THRIFTT) (00:27:36)

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Councilman Daniel Guzman King left at 9:05 a.m.

Motion by David P. Jordan to repeal the Leasing law Rule No. 5 - Tribal Housing Reacquisition of

Individual Fee and Trust Title (THRIFTT), seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie

Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King

VIII.

STANDING ITEMS

ARPA FRF Updates and Requests/Proposals

Accept the ARPA FRF post-secondary education project report (00:34:31)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Councilman Daniel Guzman King returned at 9:10 a.m.

Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 9:16 a.m.

Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 9:19 a.m.

Treasurer Tina Danforth arrived at 9:23 a.m.

Motion by Lisa Liggins to extend the public comment period for Mary Graves for an additional five (5)

minutes, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 9:42 a.m.

Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 9:55 a.m.

Councilman Daniel Guzman King left at 10:01 a.m.

Councilman Daniel Guzman King returned at 10:02 a.m.

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens left at 10:05 a.m.

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens returned at 10:06 a.m.

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the ARPA FRF post-secondary education project report, seconded by

Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

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Accept the ARPA FRF food card distribution project update (01:33:23)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Chairman Tehassi Hill left at 10:12 a.m.; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens assumed the responsibilities

of the Chair.

Chairman Tehassi Hill returned at 10:14 a.m. as resumed the responsibilities of the Chair.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the ARPA FRF food card distribution project update, seconded

by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon

Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Daniel Guzman King

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 10-13-21-B Adoption of the 2021 Pandemic Relief Food

Card Distribution Utilizing American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Federal Relief Funds, seconded by

David P. Jordan. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon

Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Daniel Guzman King

IX.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Review Pandemic Pay options and determine next steps (01:54:10)

Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 10:44 a.m.

Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 10:46 a.m.

Motion by Marie Summers to adopt resolution 10-13-21-C Obligation for Pandemic Pay, Utilizing

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Fiscal Recover Funds Lost Revenue, amended as identified in

Option 1 [in lines 43-46, change "$3,355,376" to "$2,000,000", insert "Revenue Generation" as the

category, and change "September 30, 2022" to "March 31, 2022"], seconded by Brandon Stevens.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers,

Jennifer Webster

Opposed:

Lisa Liggins

Abstained:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King

For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins stated I am opposing because I believe there is additional

changes to lines 48 and 49 of the resolution that are needed.

Motion by Marie Summers to amend resolution 10-12-31-C Obligation for Pandemic Pay, Utilizing

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Fiscal Recover Funds Lost Revenue in line 48 by changing date

from "September 30, 2022" to "March 31, 2022" and in line 49 by adding "Revenue Generation" as the

category, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

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TRAVEL REQUESTS

Approve the travel request - Treasurer Tina Danforth - Native American Bank

Quarterly Meeting & Strategic Planning - Denver, CO - October 18-21, 2021

(02:18:23)

Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel request for Treasurer Tina Danforth to attend the Native

American Bank Quarterly Meeting & Strategic Planning in Denver, CO - October 18-21, 2021,

seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Annual American Indian

Tourism Conference - Scottsdale, AZ - October 24-28, 2021 (02:19:16)

Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the

Annual American Indian Tourism Conference in Scottsdale, AZ - October 24-28, 2021, seconded by

David P. Jordan. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Kirby Metoxen

Approve the travel request - Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens - Fall 2021 Board of

Regents Meeting - Lawrence, KS - October 26-29, 2021 (02:20:06)

Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman

Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the travel request for Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens to attend

the Fall 2021 Board of Regents Meeting in Lawrence, KS - October 26-29, 2021, seconded by Kirby

Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Brandon Stevens

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Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - 2021 TribalNet Conference

and Tradeshow - Grapevine, TX - November 7-11, 2021 (02:20:49)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the travel request for Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend the 2021

TribalNet Conference and Tradeshow in Grapevine, TX - November 7-11, 2021, seconded by Kirby

Metoxen. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Red Cliff Cultural Days - Miskwaabekong (Red Cliff

Reservation) - September 24-26, 2021 (02:24:02)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel

request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the Red Cliff Cultural Days in Miskwaabekong (Red

Cliff Reservation) - September 24-26, 2021, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Kirby Metoxen

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request Chairman Tehassi Hill - Congressional leadership ICWA meetings - Washington

DC- September 28–29, 2021 (02:25:34)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request

for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the Congressional leadership ICWA meetings in Washington DC September 28-29, 2021, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens - Global Gaming Expo 2021 - Las Vegas, NV October 5-6, 2021 (02:26:19)

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 Stevens to attend the Global Gaming Expo 2021 in Las Vegas, NV

- October 5-6, 2021, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

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XI.

NEW BUSINESS

Approve three (3) actions regarding the Oneida Nation Food Sovereignty Strategic

Plan (02:27:07)

Sponsor: Daniel Guzman King, Councilman

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens and Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 11:10 a.m.

Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 11:11 a.m.

Motion by Lisa Liggins to extend the public comment period for Nancy Barton for an additional three (3)

minutes, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Brandon Stevens

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens returned at 11:15 a.m.

Councilwoman Marie Summers left at 11:17 a.m.

Councilwoman Marie Summers returned at 11:20 a.m.

Chairman Tehassi Hill left at 11:26 a.m.; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens assumed the responsibilities

of the Chair.

Chairman Tehassi Hill returned at 11:29 a.m. and resumed the responsibilities of the Chair.

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens left at 11:32 a.m.

Councilman David P. Jordan left at 11:45 a.m.

Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens returned at 11:46 a.m.

Motion by Marie Summers to accept the Oneida Nation Food Sovereignty Strategic Plan and adopt

resolution 10-13-21-D Support of Food Sovereignty and Food Sovereignty Policy, as provided in the

handout, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 10-13-21-E Proclamation of the Rights of Nature, with one

(1) correction to line 65 [change "our" to "out"], seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

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Motion by Tina Danforth to provide a presentation to General Tribal Council regarding the strategic

planning of Food Sovereignty and the intentions around the actions we took here today, seconded by

Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Motion by Lisa Liggins to recess at 12:08 p.m. until 1:30 p.m., seconded by Marie Summers. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 1:35 p.m.

Roll call for the record:

Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth; Councilman Daniel Guzman King; Chairman Tehassi Hill;

Councilman David P. Jordan; Secretary Lisa Liggins; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Vice-Chairman

Brandon Stevens; Councilwoman Marie Summers; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;

Review WisDOT Dual Language Sign Program information and determine next

steps (03:36:57)

Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to support the WisDOT Dual Language Sign Program and assign

Councilwoman Marie Summers as the Business Committee designee on the project, seconded by

Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Authorize the Chairman to sign the nomination letter for the USDA Equity

Commission Advisory Committee (03:53:17)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs

Motion by Jennifer Webster to authorize the Chairman to sign the nomination letter for the USDA

Equity Commission Advisory Committee, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Mind Garden Inc. terms of

service agreement - file # 2021-0476 (03:53:58)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for the Mind Garden Inc.

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

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Research Request: Skenandore-Univ. of Wisconsin/Green Bay-The Journey of

Learning to Be Oneida - Review recommendation and determine next steps

(03:54:36)

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the research request from Artley Skenandore Jr. regarding The

Journey of Learning to Be Oneida, consistent with resolution # BC-05-08-19-A, Research Requests:

Review and Approval to Conduct, and, in accordance with: a. Resolve #2(3), Mr. Skenandore is

required to submit the final draft research paper for review; b. Resolve #2(4), Mr. Skenandore is

required to submit a copy of the published work and can request to present the research findings to the

Oneida Business Committee; and c. Resolve #5, any further use of this research information is subject

to authorization by the Oneida Business Committee, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

entitled Business Committee Vehicle Usage (03:57:34)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Business Committee Standard Operating

Procedure (SOP) entitled Business Committee Vehicle Usage, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Approve three (3) actions related to the Oneida Golf Enterprise agent (03:59:39);

(04:15:43)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Brandon Stevens to defer this item until after executive session, seconded by Jennifer

Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Item XI.H. was addressed next.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the OGE Agent agreement, to appoint Justin Nishimoto as OGE

Agent, effective October 27, 2021, and to direct the current OGE Agent, James Petitjean, to submit

closeout report to Justin Nishimoto no later than October 27, 2021, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Item XIII.A.1. was addressed next.

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Approve three (3) actions regarding the Joint Food Distribution Program on Indian

Reservations Self-Determination Demonstration Project (04:00:28)

Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the 2018 Joint Food Bill Food Distribution Program on Indian

Reservations (FDPIR) Demonstration Project negotiation documents and authorize the Chairman to

sign form SF-26 - file # 2021-0723, to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the MOA between

the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and Oneida Nation regarding the 2018 Joint Farm Bill

FDPIR Demonstration Project - file # 2021-0724, and to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign

the sub-award contract between the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and Oneida Nation

regarding the 2018 Joint Farm Bill FDPIR Demonstration Project - file # 2021-0726, seconded by

Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

XII.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

Schedule the 2022 annual General Tribal Council meeting and alternate date

(04:10:02)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to schedule the 2022 annual General Tribal Council meeting on the

tentative date of January 9, 2022, and identify January 25, 2022, as the alternate date, and to schedule

a special Business Committee meeting to approve the meeting materials, seconded by Marie

Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon

Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Daniel Guzman King

XIII.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (04:14:21)

Motion by David P. Jordan to go into executive session at 2:12 p.m., seconded by Brandon Stevens.

Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,

Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Councilman David P. Jordan left at 4:41 p.m.

Motion by Daniel Guzman King to come out of executive session at 5:10 p.m., seconded by Brandon

Stevens. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Item XI.G. was re-addressed next.

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REPORTS

Accept the Chief Financial Officer October 2021 report (04:17:10)

Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Financial Officer October 2021 report, seconded by Jennifer

Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Accept the General Manager report (04:17:37)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Accept the Chief Counsel report (04:18:01)

Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Counsel report and to approve filing a lawsuit against

McKinsey and Company, Inc., for its role in promoting the sale of opioids, seconded by Jennifer

Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Accept the July 15, 2021, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes (04:18:24)

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the July 15, 2021, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

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Accept the Information Technology compliance audit and lift the confidentiality

requirement (04:18:44)

Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Information Technology compliance audit and lift the

confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Review draft Purchasing Policies & Procedures Addendum (04:19:10)

Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the draft Purchasing Policies & Procedures Addendum as information,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

NEW BUSINESS

Accept the October 2021 Sports Wagering implementation update (04:19:31)

Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the October 2021 Sports Wagering implementation update, seconded

by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Accept compensation study update (04:19:51)

Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept compensation study update as information, seconded by Jennifer

Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Accept the Human Resources Area Manager closeout report as information

(04:20:13)

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Human Resources Area Manager closeout report as information,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

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Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Riesterer & Schnell Inc-John

Deere Financial Lease Agreement - file # 2021-0687 (04:20:32)

Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for the Riesterer & Schnell

Inc-John Deere Financial Lease agreement - file # 2021-0687, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Consider a negotiation for DR18 employment contract - file # 2021-0241

(04:20:59)

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve amendment #2 to DR18 employment contract - file # 2021-0241,

seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Approve the addendum A for DR09 employment contract - file # 2021-0563

(04:21:30)

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the addendum A for DR09 employment contract - file # 2021-0563,

seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Complaint # 2021-DR14-02 - Review and determine next steps (04:21:53)

Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative

Motion by Lisa Liggins to determine that complaint # 2021-DR14-02 does not have merit and to accept

it as community concern # 2021-CC-05 and forward to the General Manager, seconded by Marie

Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved attorney contract

- Husch Blackwell LLP - file # 2021-0713 (04:22:36)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved attorney

contract - Husch Blackwell LLP - file # 2021-0713, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens,

Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Tina Danforth

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the appointment of Rodney

Dequaine as Family Court Judge (04:23:03)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the appointment of Rodney

Dequaine as Family Court Judge, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

XIV.

ADJOURN (04:23:25)

Motion by Brandon Stevens to adjourn at 5:18 p.m., seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

David P. Jordan

Minutes prepared by Chad Wilson, Senior Information Management Specialist.

Minutes approved as presented on

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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Approve the October 20, 2021, special Business Committee meeting

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☐ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☒ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

LLIGGINS

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Oneida Business Committee

Special Meeting

1:30 PM Wednesday, October 20, 2021

BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center

Minutes

SPECIAL MEETING

Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council

members: Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Marie Summers (via Microsoft Teams1), Jennifer

Webster;

Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth;

Arrived at: Councilman Kirby Metoxen at 1:35 p.m. (via Microsoft Teams);

Others present: Jo Anne House, Larry Barton, Mark W. Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers

(via Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams),

Amy Spears (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft

Teams);

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 1:31 p.m.

For the record: Treasurer Tina Danforth is out on approved travel attending the Native American Bank

Quarterly Meeting & Strategic Planning in Denver, CO - October 18-21, 2021. Councilman Kirby

Metoxen will be arriving late.

II.

OPENING (00:00:11)

Opening provided by Councilman Daniel Guzman King.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:13)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda as presented, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion

carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens,

Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth, Kirby Metoxen

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

sharing, and video meetings.

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GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL

Determine next steps regarding the November 1, 2021, tentatively scheduled

special General Tribal Council meeting (FY-22 Budget) (00:01:51)

Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Councilman Kirby Metoxen arrived at 1:35 p.m.

Motion by David P. Jordan to cancel the November 1, 2021, tentatively scheduled special General

Tribal Council meeting (FY-22 Budget), seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster

Abstained:

Marie Summers

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

Motion by Jennifer Webster to direct the Secretary to work with the Treasurer to bring back revisions to

resolution BC-09-22-21-E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022 to expedite the dates in the final

resolve, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

VI.

ADJOURN (00:43:26)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn at 2:14 p.m., seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:

Ayes:

Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,

Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster

Not Present:

Tina Danforth

Minutes prepared by Lisa Liggins, Secretary.

Minutes approved as presented on

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness Law

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

Resolutions

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

Adopt the resolution entitled, "Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness

Law"

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. Adoption Memo

3. Pardon and Forgiveness law

2. Statement of Effect

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

David P. Jordan, Councilmember

Primary Requestor/Submitter:

Kristen Hooker, LRO Staff Attorney

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

TO:

FROM:

DATE:

RE:

Oneida Business Committee

David P. Jordan, LOC Chairperson

October 20, 2021

Extension of the Pardon and Forgiveness Law Emergency Amendments

Please find the following attached backup documentation for your consideration of the extension

of the Pardon and Forgiveness Law Emergency Amendments:

1. Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness Law

2. Statement of Effect: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and

Forgiveness Law

3. Pardon and Forgiveness Law

Overview

Emergency amendments to the Nation’s Pardon and Forgiveness law (“Law”) were adopted by the

Oneida Business Committee (“OBC”) through resolution BC-04-28-21-A to address the impact

that the COVID-19 pandemic was having on the ability of the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening

Committee (“PFSC”) to process, as well as conduct hearings, on applications for a pardon or

forgiveness in a fair and efficient manner as is required under the Law. Previously, the Law only

allowed for hearings on applications for a pardon or forgiveness to be conducted in-person, at a

location to be determined by the PFSC. The emergency amendments added an option for the PFSC

to conduct hearings virtually when deemed necessary. [1 O.C. 126.8-1(a)].

The OBC can temporarily enact legislation when necessary for the immediate preservation of the

public health, safety, or general welfare of the Reservation population, and the amendment of the

legislation is required sooner than would be possible under the Legislative Procedures Act

(“LPA”). [1 O.C. 109.9-5].

On March 12, 2020, Chairman Tehassi Hill signed a “Declaration of Public Health State of

Emergency” in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which declared a Public Health State of

Emergency until April 12, 2020 and set into place the necessary authority should action need to be

taken, as well as allowed the Nation to seek reimbursement of emergency management actions

that may result in unexpected expenses as a result thereof. [3 O.C. 302.8-1]. The Public Health

State of Emergency has since been extended by the OBC until November 25, 2021, through its

adoption of resolutions: BC-03-26-20-A, BC-05-06-20-A, BC-06-10-20-A, BC-07-08-20-A, BC08-06-20-A, BC-09-09-20-A, BC-10-08-20-A, BC-11-10-20-A, BC-12-09-20-D, BC-01-07-21A, BC-02-10-21-A, BC-03-10-21-D, BC-05-12-21-A, BC-06-23-21-B, BC-07-28-21-N and BC09-22-21-A. [3 O.C. 302.8-2].

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The emergency amendments to the Law were necessary for the preservation of the general welfare

of the Reservation population. By allowing the PFSC to hold hearings on applications for a pardon

or forgiveness virtually, instead of just in-person as was previously the only option, it eliminates

any unnecessary contact between individuals who could spread the COVID-19 virus, while still

affording individuals the fair and efficient process guaranteed under the Law to seek a pardon or

forgiveness from the Nation.

Additionally, observance of the requirements under the LPA for the adoption of the emergency

amendments was contrary to the public interest. The PFSC was placed back into active status

through adoption of resolution BC-11-24-20-C. While inactive, however, the PFSC received three

(3) applications for a pardon or forgiveness that had yet to be processed or set for hearing. Since,

at the time, the Nation’s Public Health State of Emergency was not set to expire until May 12,

2021, and with applications for a pardon or forgiveness already pending, as well as more

submissions likely, the process and requirements of the LPA could not be completed in time to

ensure applicants received the fair and efficient avenue required under the Law to seek a pardon

or forgiveness without unnecessarily exposing them, and possibly the public, to the risks associated

with the COVID-19 virus.

The emergency amendments to the Law will expire on October 28, 2021. The LPA allows the

OBC to extend emergency amendments for a six (6) month time period. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)]. A

six (6) month extension of the emergency amendments to the Law is being requested because the

Nation is still experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to the Nation continuing to be under a Public Health State of Emergency until at least

November 25, 2021, on August 3, 2021, the OBC adopted resolution BC-08-03-21-A titled, Setting

Public Gathering Guidelines During Public Health State of Emergency – COVID-19, to prohibit

indoor and outdoor public gatherings when the COVID-19 infections rates in Brown or Outagamie

Counties exceed “Low” as identified by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. According

to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, as of date, the infection rates within Brown and

Outagamie Counties exceed the threshold of “Low” thereby prohibiting any indoor and outdoor

public gatherings within the Reservation, and thus, would preclude hearings on applications for a

pardon or forgiveness absent the emergency amendments that allow for hearings to be conducted

virtually, as well as in-person.

The extension of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on October 28,

2021, when the emergency amendments as adopted by resolution BC-04-28-21-A expire and will

remain in effect for an additional six (6) month term which will end on April 28, 2022. A fiscal

impact statement and public meeting are not required for emergency legislation. [1 O.C. 109.95(a)].

Requested Action

Adopt the Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness

Law.

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Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution #

Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness Law

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 Pardon and Forgiveness law (“Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee

through resolution BC-05-25-11-A, amended by resolution BC-01-22-14-B, and most

recently amended on an emergency basis by resolution BC-04-28-21-A; and

WHEREAS,

the purpose of the Law is to provide a fair, efficient and formal process by which: (1) a

member of the Nation may receive a pardon for the conviction of a crime; (2) a member of

the Nation may receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her ineligible for housing or

other benefits through the Nation; and (3) a member or non-member of the Nation may

receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her ineligible to be employed with the Nation,

receive a Nation-issued occupational license, certification or permit, and/or obtain housing

or other benefits through the Nation; and

WHEREAS,

section 126.4-1 of the Law establishes a Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

(“PFSC”) to carry out various responsibilities that include, but are not limited to: processing

applications for a pardon or forgiveness; conducting, as well as presiding over, hearings

on the applications; and providing formal, written recommendations to the Oneida Business

Committee on whether to approve or deny requests for a pardon or forgiveness; and

WHEREAS,

on March 12, 2020, Chairman Tehassi Hill signed a “Declaration of Public Health State of

Emergency” in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, which declared a Public Health State

of Emergency for the Nation until April 12, 2020 and set into place the necessary authority

for the Nation to take action, as well as seek reimbursement of emergency management

actions that may result in unexpected expenses; and

WHEREAS,

the Nation’s Public Health State of Emergency has since been extended by the Oneida

Business Committee until November 25, 2021, through its adoption of resolutions: BC-0326-20-A, BC-05-06-20-A, BC-06-10-20-A, BC-07-08-20-A, BC-08-06-20-A, BC-09-09-20A, BC-10-08-20-A, BC-11-10-20-A, BC-12-09-20-D, BC-01-07-21-A, BC-02-10-21-A, BC03-10-21-D, BC-05-12-21-A, BC-06-23-21-B, BC-07-28-21-N, and BC-09-22-21-A; and

WHEREAS,

the Legislative Procedures Act authorizes the Oneida Business Committee to enact

legislation on an emergency basis when legislation is necessary for the immediate

preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare of the Reservation population,

and the amendment of the legislation is required sooner than would be possible under the

Legislative Procedures Act; and

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WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee adopted emergency amendments to the Law through

resolution BC-04-28-21-A; and

WHEREAS,

the emergency amendments to the Law added an option, along with a process, to allow for

the PFSC to conduct hearings on applications for a pardon or forgiveness virtually, instead

of just in-person as was previously the only option available under the Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee determined that emergency adoption of the amendments

was necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the

Reservation population because it protected the Reservation population from the public

health crisis that is COVID-19, by providing a virtual option that eliminates unnecessary

contact between individuals who may have been exposed to or could spread the virus,

while still affording individuals a fair and efficient process to seek a pardon or forgiveness,

which could assist them in becoming a more productive member of society; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee further determined that observance of the requirements

under the Legislative Procedures Act for adoption of the emergency amendments was

contrary to the public interest since the Public Health State of Emergency had yet to expire

such that, with applications already pending and more submissions likely, the process and

requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act could not be completed in time to ensure

applicants received the fair and efficient procedure required under the Law for seeking a

pardon or forgiveness without unnecessarily exposing them, as well as the public, to the

risks associated with the COVID-19 virus; and

WHEREAS,

the emergency amendments to the Law will expire on October 28, 2021, unless extended

for an additional six (6) month period by the Oneida Business Committee in accordance

with the Legislative Procedures Act; and

WHEREAS,

a six (6) month extension of the emergency amendments to the Law is being requested

because the Nation is still experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic; and

WHEREAS,

in addition to the Nation extending the Public Health State of Emergency until at least

November 25, 2021, the Nation recently adopted resolution BC-08-03-21-A titled, Setting

Public Gathering Guidelines During Public Health State of Emergency – COVID-19, which

prohibits indoor and outdoor public gatherings when the COVID-19 infection rates in Brown

or Outagamie Counties exceed “Low” as identified by the Wisconsin Department of Health

Services; and

WHEREAS,

according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, as of date, the infection rates

within Brown and Outagamie Counties exceed the threshold of “Low”, thereby prohibiting

any indoor and outdoor public gatherings within the Reservation, and thus, precluding

hearings on applications for a pardon or forgiveness for an unreasonable amount of time

absent the emergency amendments that allow for such hearings to be conducted virtually,

as well as in-person; and

WHEREAS,

the extension of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on October

28, 2021, when the emergency amendments as adopted by resolution BC-04-28-21-A

expire, and will remain in effect for an additional six (6) month term which will end on April

28, 2022; and

WHEREAS,

the Legislative Procedures Act does not require a public meeting or fiscal impact statement

when considering emergency legislation; and

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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the emergency amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness

law are hereby extended for an additional six (6) months, effective October 28, 2021, and shall expire April

28, 2022.

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Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect

Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness Law

Summary

This resolution extends the emergency amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness law, as adopted

through resolution BC-04-28-21-A, for an additional six (6) months in accordance with the

Legislative Procedures Act.

Submitted by: Kristen M. Hooker, Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office

Date: October 20, 2021

Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office

This resolution extends the emergency amendments to the Pardon and Forgiveness law (“Law”)

for an additional six (6) month term. The purpose of the Law is to provide a fair, efficient and

formal process by which: (1) a member of the Nation may receive a pardon for the conviction of

a crime; (2) a member of the Nation may receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her

ineligible for housing or other benefits through the Nation; (3) a member or non-member of the

Nation may receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her ineligible to be employed with the

Nation, receive a Nation-issued occupational license, certification or permit, and/or obtain housing

or other benefits through the Nation. [1 O.C. 126.1-1].

Section 126.4-1 of the Law establishes a Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (“PFSC”)

to carry out various responsibilities, including, but not limited to: processing applications for a

pardon or forgiveness; conducting, as well as presiding over, hearings on the applications; and

providing formal, written recommendations to the Oneida Business Committee on whether to

approve or deny requests for a pardon or forgiveness. [1 O.C. 126.4-1].

Emergency amendments to the Law were adopted by the Oneida Business Committee on April 28,

2021, to add an option, along with a process, that allows for the PFSC to conduct hearings on

applications for a pardon or forgiveness virtually, instead of just in-person as was previously the

only option available under the Law. [1 O.C. 126.8-1(a)].

The Legislative Procedures Act (“LPA”) allows the Oneida Business Committee to take

emergency action where it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety

or general welfare of the reservation population and when enactment or amendment of legislation

is required sooner than would be possible under the LPA. [1 O.C. 109.9-5].

In early 2020, the world began experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In response

to the pandemic, on March 12, 2020, Chairman Tehassi Hill signed a “ Declaration of Public

Health State of Emergency,” per the Emergency Management law, to set into place the necessary

authority for the Nation to take action, if necessary, and to seek reimbursement of emergency

management actions that may result in unexpected expenses. [3 O.C. 302.8-1]. The Nation’s

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Public Health State of Emergency has since been extended by the Oneida Business Committee

until November 25, 2021, through its adoption of resolutions: BC-03-26-20-A, BC-05-06-20-A,

BC-06-10-20-A, BC-07-08-20-A, BC-08-06-20-A, BC-09-09-20-A, BC-10-08-20-A, BC-11-1020-A, BC-12-09-20-D, BC-01-07-21-A, BC-02-10-21-A, BC-03-10-21-D, BC-05-12-21-A, BC06-23-21-B, BC-07-28-21-N, and BC-09-22-21-A. [3 O.C. 302.8-2].

The Oneida Business Committee determined that the emergency amendments to the Law were

necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the Reservation

population. The emergency amendments were needed to protect the Reservation population

against the public health crisis that is the COVID-19 pandemic. By allowing the PFSC to conduct

hearings on applications for a pardon or forgiveness virtually, instead of in-person, eliminates

unnecessary contact between individuals who may have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus,

while still affording individuals a fair and efficient process to seek a pardon or forgiveness.

The Oneida Business Committee further determined that observance of the requirements under the

LPA for adoption of the emergency amendments was contrary to the public interest since the

Public Health State of Emergency had yet to expire such that, with applications pending, as well

as more submissions likely, the process and requirements of the LPA could not be completed in

time to ensure applicants received the fair and efficient procedure required under the Law for

seeking a pardon or forgiveness without unnecessarily exposing them, and possibly the public, to

the risks associated with the COVID-19 virus.

The emergency amendments to the Law became effective immediately upon adoption by the

Oneida Business Committee and are set to expire on October 28, 2021. The LPA authorizes the

Oneida Business Committee to extend the adoption of emergency amendments for an additional

six (6) month period. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)].

An extension of the emergency amendments to the Law is being requested because the Nation is

still experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through this resolution, the extension

of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on October 28, 2021, when the

emergency amendments as adopted by resolution BC-04-28-21-A expire and will remain in effect

for an additional six (6) month term, which will end on April 28, 2022. The LPA does not require

a public meeting or fiscal impact statement when considering emergency legislation.

Conclusion

Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.

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Title 1. Government and Finances - Chapter 126

PARDON AND FORGIVENESS

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of what they will be free of matter

126.1. Purpose and Policy

126.2. Adoption, Amendment, Conflicts

126.3. Definitions

126.4. Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Responsibilities

126.5. Tribal Secretary’s Office Responsibilities

126.6. Pardon and Forgiveness Eligibility and Application

126.7. Fees

126.8. Hearings

126.9. Conditions and Restrictions

126.10. Oneida Business Committee

126.1. Purpose and Policy

126.1-1. Purpose.

(a) The purpose of this Law is to provide a fair, efficient and formal process by which:

(1) a Tribal member may receive a pardon for the conviction of a crime(s); or

(2) a Tribal member may receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her

ineligible for housing with the Tribe or other Tribal benefits.

(3) a Tribal member or non-Tribal member may receive forgiveness for acts that

render him or her ineligible for Tribal employment; an occupational license,

certification or permit issued by the Tribe; housing through the Tribe; or other

Tribal benefit.

(b) This Law defines the duties and responsibilities of the Oneida Pardon and Forgiveness

Screening Committee, Oneida Business Committee, Oneida Tribal Secretary’s Office, and

other persons involved in the granting or denial of pardons and forgiveness.

126.1-2. Policy. It is the policy of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin to grant pardons or

forgiveness to individuals upon demonstration of full rehabilitation, trustworthiness and/or

commitment to lawful behavior. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as permitting the

employment of individuals who are otherwise disqualified for employment from certain

occupations under Tribal, State or Federal Law. Receipt of a pardon or forgiveness does not affect

obligations imposed as part of a sentence or conviction in another jurisdiction.

126.2. Adoption, Amendment, Conflicts

126.2-1. This Law was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee by resolution BC-05-25-11A, amended by resolution BC-01-22-14-B, and emergency amended by resolution BC-__-__-___.

126.2-2. This Law may be amended pursuant to the procedures set out in Tribal law by the Oneida

Business Committee or the Oneida General Tribal Council.

126.2-3. Should a provision of this Law or the application thereof to any person or circumstances

be held as invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this Law which are considered

to have legal force without the invalid portions.

126.2-4. In the event of a conflict between a provision of this Law and a provision of another law,

ordinance, policy, regulation, rule, resolution, or motion, the provisions of this Law shall control.

Provided that, this Law repeals Resolution BC-7-31-02-A: Resolution Adopting a New Oneida

Pardon Ordinance.

126.2-5. This Law is adopted under authority of the Constitution of the Oneida Tribe of Indians

of Wisconsin.

126.3. Definitions

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126.3-1. This section shall govern the definitions of words and phrases used within this Law. All

words not defined herein shall be used in their ordinary and everyday sense.

(a) “Applicant” shall mean an individual who is applying for a pardon or forgiveness from

the Tribe.

(b) “Certified mail” shall mean mail sent through either the United States Postal Service

or the Tribal Inter-Office Certified system that provides proof of delivery and receipt.

(d) “Conditions” shall mean a requirement or prerequisite event or activity.

(e) “Conflict of interest” shall mean a conflict between the private interests and the official

responsibilities of the committee member.

(f) “Conviction” shall mean an individual was either found guilty or entered a plea of

guilty or no contest to charges of a crime in any court of competent jurisdiction.

(g) “Court of competent jurisdiction” shall mean any court or forum that has the power

and authority to properly exercise jurisdiction over a dispute or interpret and/or enforce

laws.

(h) “Crime” shall mean any act, default, or conduct punishable as a felony or a

misdemeanor.

(i) “Forgiveness” shall mean the formal and public act of acknowledging or excusing an

individual’s actions or behavior that makes him or her ineligible for Tribal employment,

an occupational license, certification or permit issued by the Tribe, housing through the

Tribe or other Tribal benefit

(j) “Hearing” shall mean a publicly noticed hearing, conducted either in-person or virtually,

in which an applicant is afforded an opportunity to present a case for obtaining a pardon or

forgiveness from the Nation.

(k) “Individual” shall mean a Tribal member seeking a pardon for a conviction of a crime,

a Tribal member seeking forgiveness for an act(s) that makes him or her ineligible for

housing with the Tribe or other Tribal benefit(s) or anyone seeking forgiveness for an act(s)

that renders him or her ineligible for employment, an occupational license, certification or

permit issued by the Tribe.

(l) “Family member” shall mean a spouse, child sibling, parent, grandparent, grandchild,

step-parent, step-child, in-law or legal guardian.

(m) “Pardon” shall mean the formal and public act of acknowledging or excusing a Tribal

member’s criminal conviction that makes him or her ineligible for Tribal employment, an

occupational license, a certification or permit issued by the Tribe, housing through the

Tribe, or other Tribal benefit.

(n) “Prominent locations” shall include, but not be limited to, the following: the Tribal

newspaper; at least one (1) local newspaper with regular distribution within the Reservation

boundaries; one (1) regional Indian newspaper; and the Tribe’s official website.

(o) “Restriction” shall mean a limitation or constraint imposed.

(p) “Tribal”, “Tribe” and/or “Nation” shall mean the Oneida Nation.

(q) “Victim” shall mean a person or entity against whom an offense, either civil or

criminal, has been committed.

126.4. Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee Responsibilities

126.4-1. A Committee is hereby created for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this Law.

126.4-2. Authority. The Committee shall:

(a) promulgate internal standard operating procedures necessary to govern its proceedings;

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(b) review and process applications for a pardon or forgiveness in an orderly and

expeditious manner;

Human Resources Department;

(d) conduct and preside over hearings;

(e) provide formal, written recommendations to the Oneida Business Committee to

approve or deny a pardon or forgiveness application; and

(f) take other actions reasonably related to the purpose of the Committee.

126.5. Tribal Secretary’s Office Responsibilities

126.5-1. The Tribal Secretary’s Office shall assist the Committee with carrying out the provisions

of this Law and assist individuals in applying for a pardon or forgiveness. The Tribal Secretary’s

Office shall:

(a) create and implement procedures necessary to process pardon and forgiveness

applications.

(b) accept pardon and forgiveness applications.

(d) forward pardon and forgiveness applications to the Committee when the background

investigations are complete.

(e) maintain a record of all pardon and forgiveness applications filed, every pardon and

forgiveness request granted or denied, and the reasons for each action.

(f) maintain a complete and accurate record of all proceedings, including all

correspondence, transcripts, documents, evidence, and appearances made in connection

with the applications.

(g) perform other duties in connection with matters under this Law as may be requested by

the Committee.

126.6. Pardon and Forgiveness Eligibility and Application

126.6-1. Eligibility. A Tribal member may receive a pardon for any criminal conviction(s), or a

forgiveness for an act(s) that renders the Tribal member ineligible for housing with the Tribe or

other Tribal benefit(s); and any individual may receive forgiveness for an act(s) that renders the

individual ineligible for Tribal employment, an occupational license, certification or permit issued

by the Tribe.

(a) Upon completion of incarceration, parole, probation and/or deferred prosecution,

Tribal members shall be eligible to apply for a pardon.

(b) One (1) year after an act is committed, or affirmed through the conclusion of any appeal

process, an individual shall be eligible to apply for pardon or forgiveness.

126.6-2. Ineligibility. An individual is ineligible for a pardon or forgiveness if he or she is:

(a) being investigated for an act and if found to have committed such act, would be

ineligible for the benefit he or she is seeking; or

(b) appealing a termination and the termination makes him or her ineligible for the benefit

he or she is seeking; or

agreement; or

(d) has any outstanding penalties or fines.

126.6-3. Initiating an Application. Applications for a pardon or forgiveness may be obtained from

the Tribal Secretary’s Office or on the Tribal website. Completed applications shall be filed with

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the Tribal Secretary’s Office in person, during normal Tribal business hours, or sent by certified

mail to the Tribal Secretary at P.O. Box 365, Oneida, WI 54155.

126.6-4. Required Application Information. Each applicant is responsible for submitting all

required materials and authorizations.

(a) A completed pardon application shall include the following:

(1) a copy of the applicant’s Tribal enrollment card.

(2) a copy or copies of any discharge papers from incarceration or jail.

(3) official verification of any successful completion date of the probation, parole

or deferred prosecution.

(4) any necessary releases for investigations and/or background checks.

(5) any authorizations from a probation officer to release information.

(6) the required non-refundable fee as specified under 126.6.

(7) a personal written statement, including the reason(s) for requesting a pardon

and a description and documentation of the applicant’s efforts towards selfimprovement.

(8) information regarding the conviction(s) for which the applicant is seeking a

pardon, including:

(A) date(s) upon which the crime(s) occurred;

(B) location(s) where the crime(s) occurred;

(D) jurisdiction(s) which imposed the sentence(s).

(9) verification of attendance or successful completion of any counseling, therapy,

or rehabilitative programs such as anger management or coping skills classes.

(10) letters of reference or support from people well-regarded in the community.

Such letters shall detail the applicant’s accomplishments or contributions to the

community or attest to the applicant’s rehabilitation and trustworthiness. These

may include, but are not limited to:

(A) clergy or other spiritual leaders.

(B) employers and/or community members.

(D) organizers of support groups the applicant attends or has attended.

(11) any other information relevant to the applicant’s conviction(s) or rehabilitation

efforts.

(12) proof of payment of all penalties and fines.

(b) A completed forgiveness application shall include the following:

(1) a copy of the applicant’s Tribal enrollment card, if applicable.

(2) the applicant’s employment record prior to the act, if applicable.

(3) the applicant’s background records.

(4) the act that triggered the applicant’s ineligibility.

(5) the impact of the act on the Tribe.

(6) the length of time since the act.

(7) a written statement from the applicant demonstrating remorse for the violation.

(8) two (2) letters of recommendation, with no more than one (1) recommendation

coming from a person who is a family member of the applicant.

(9) the required non-refundable fee as specified under 126.6.

(10) any additional credible and relevant information.

(11) proof of payment of all penalties and fines.

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126.6-5. Failure of the applicant to provide a complete application, or any of the required

information and/or materials may result in:

(a) the application being returned with a request for more information; or

(b) the application being removed from consideration; or

126.6-6. Applicant Misrepresentations. Any applicant who misrepresents, omits, or falsifies any

information on the application or during the pardon process shall be denied a pardon. If a pardon

is granted and it is later determined that there is misrepresented or false information, or pertinent

information was purposefully omitted, the Oneida Business Committee shall have the right to

rescind the pardon.

126.7. Fees

126.7-1. Each application shall be accompanied by a non-refundable fee as set by the Oneida

Business Committee in a resolution. Said payment shall be made payable to the Oneida Tribe in

the form of a:

(a) money order; or

(b) cashier’s check; or

Services, will be providing the funds for the application fee.

126.8. Hearings

126.8-1. Hearing. The Committee shall conduct quarterly hearings on applications for a pardon

or forgiveness from the Nation in accordance with this law.

(a) Hearings may be conducted in person or virtually as determined by the Committee.

(b) Hearings shall take place at a regularly scheduled time and location or virtual platform,

as determined by the Committee, and shall be open to the public to the extent permitted by

governing laws of the Nation.

126.8-2. Hearing Notice. The Committee shall provide hearing notice as follows:

(a) Applicant. At least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the hearing, the Committee shall

provide official hearing notice to the applicant by certified mail, the notice of which shall

include:

(1) The date;

(2) The time;

(3) Whether the hearing will be conducted in-person or virtually; and

(4) The location of or virtual platform for the hearing and, if virtual, instructions

on how to access the platform.

(b) Public. The Committee shall provide public notice of hearings as follows:

(1) By posting the notice in prominent locations at least thirty (30) days prior to

the hearing;

(A) If alternate arrangements have been made under section 126.8-2 of this

law, notice shall be posted in prominent locations with as much advance

notice as possible and as time permits.

(2) By posting notice of the hearings scheduled for the year on the Nation’s website

and periodically in the Nation’s newspaper.

126.8-3. Alternate Hearing Arrangements. Applicants who reside out of the State of Wisconsin

who are unable to attend a hearing may submit a written request by certified mail to the Tribal

Secretary’s Office for alternate arrangements to appear by video conference and/or to reschedule

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the hearing date. If alternate arrangements are unavailable, the applicant may withdraw the

application up to three (3) business days prior to the hearing without penalty, and may re-apply for

a pardon at any time.

126.8-4. Failure to Attend Hearing. Failure of the applicant to attend the hearing may result in the

Committee postponing making a determination on the application or recommending the Oneida

Business Committee deny the application.

(a) Applicants with a legitimate reason for failing to attend a hearing shall have ten (10)

calendar days from the date of the missed hearing to provide documentation to the

Committee. Such documentation may include, but is not limited to, a Doctor’s excuse,

accident/police report, or funeral notice.

126.8-5. Testimony and Notarized Statements. The Committee shall obtain oral testimony during

the hearing from the applicant and any victims, witnesses, or other persons supporting or opposing

the pardon or forgiveness.

(a) Victims, witnesses, and other persons unavailable for a scheduled hearing may submit

a notarized statement for consideration.

(b) The Committee may institute recesses and postponements as they see fit.

(d) The Committee may require the applicant to provide further documentation.

(1) Within five (5) business days of the hearing, the Committee shall send a written

request by certified mail to the applicant for the additional documentation.

(2) The applicant shall submit the documentation to the Tribal Secretary’s Office

within thirty (30) calendar days after receiving the request for the documentation.

Failure of the applicant to provide any of the required documentation may result in:

(A) the application being removed from consideration; or

(B) denial of the application.

126.8-6. Deliberations and Recommendation. After the hearing, the Committee shall go into

executive session for deliberations.

(a) The Committee shall consider all information gathered from the hearing, the

application, the background investigation, and any testimony or notarized statements when

determining whether to recommend that the application be approved or denied.

(1) The Committee shall be responsible for weighing the appropriateness of

granting a pardon or forgiveness.

(b) Recommendation. After considering the factors provided, the Committee shall make a

decision and compose a formal, written recommendation for each application, including

reasons to approve or deny the application within sixty (60) days after the pardon or

forgiveness hearing. The recommendation, including any dissenting opinions issued by the

Committee, shall be forwarded to the Oneida Business Committee within thirty (30)

calendar days after making a decision, along with the following materials for review:

(1) All information from the application and the background investigation;

(2) Any notarized statements submitted;

(3) A proposed draft resolution; and

(4) An audio recording of the hearing, upon request by an Oneida Business

Committee member.

126.9. Conditions and Restrictions

126.9-1. Pardons. Certain convictions may affect a Tribal member’s rights under state or federal

law, or result in restrictions being placed on a Tribal member, regardless of whether a Tribal pardon

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has been granted.

(a) Civil Rights. A pardon by the Tribe does not guarantee the restoration of all civil rights,

and each recipient of a Tribal pardon is responsible for determining whether the pardon

affects any non-Tribal restrictions or limitations that may be applicable pursuant to the

conviction.

(b) Employment. Individuals convicted of a crime that is “substantially related” to the care

of another person or animal may be subject to extended or permanent restrictions on

licensing or professional credentials in fields relating to such caretaking. A Tribal pardon

shall not affect these restrictions.

tracking or other restrictions or obligations imposed upon sex offenders.

(d) Voting Rights. Each state, and the federal government are empowered to determine

whether felons may vote in elections, caucuses, referendums or any other venue dependent

on the votes of citizenry. The granting of a Tribal pardon shall not supersede the rights of

these jurisdictions to determine the eligibility of voters.

126.9-2. Other Restrictions. The Committee’s written recommendation to the Oneida Business

Committee to approve an applicant’s request for a pardon or forgiveness may also recommend the

Oneida Business Committee impose restrictions on the applicant. If the Committee does not

recommend a restriction, the Oneida Business Committee shall have the authority to place

restrictions on the applicant before approving the pardon or forgiveness request. Restrictions shall

specify the time lines attached to them, which may expand over a period of months, years, or

indefinitely.

(a) Restrictions shall be clearly defined and may include the following:

(1) The applicant is ineligible for a transfer, promotion or job reassignment.

(2) The applicant may be prohibited from:

(A) Handling cash and/or merchandise.

(B) Having Tribal property sign-off authority.

(D) Supervising or caring for children or the elderly.

(E) Any other restrictions the Oneida Business Committee determines as

appropriate.

(b) When restrictions are imposed for a period of greater than five (5) years, the applicant

may, after five (5) years, apply to have the restrictions modified or lifted. The request to

modify or lift restrictions will follow the same process required to request a pardon.

of such restriction prior to becoming employed by the Tribe.

126.9-3. Conditions. The Committee may also recommend that an applicant requesting a pardon

or forgiveness be required to complete conditions before the applicant is granted the pardon or

forgiveness. If the Committee does not recommend a condition, the Oneida Business Committee

shall have the authority to place conditions on the applicant before approving the pardon or

forgiveness request.

(a) Conditions shall be clearly defined and may include the following:

(1) perform community service hours within a Tribal Department.

(2) payment of restitution to the Tribe.

(3) any other conditions the Oneida Business Committee determines as

appropriate.

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Consideration of the Extension of Emergency Amendments by the Oneida Business Committee

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126.10. Oneida Business Committee

126.10-1. The Oneida Business Committee shall consider all of the information received by the

Committee prior to making a determination on whether to issue or deny a pardon or forgiveness

application. The Oneida Business Committee may accept, reject or modify the Committee’s

recommendation.

126.10-2. Deliberations. Deliberations by the Oneida Business Committee shall take place in

executive session. The Oneida Business Committee may request, by written notice, that the

applicant be present during the deliberations to provide oral testimony or to answer questions. The

notice shall be provided to the applicant thirty (30) days prior to the deliberations and shall contain

the time, place and date of the deliberations.

126.10-3. Final Decision. The Oneida Business Committee shall issue or deny the pardon or

forgiveness in open session, by resolution, including the reasons therefor and shall include for the

record a clear indication of any decision and shall list the specific crimes to be pardoned or acts to

be forgiven. This decision is final and cannot be appealed. Applicants may be eligible to re-apply

for a pardon or forgiveness one (1) year from the date of the most recent denial of a pardon or

forgiveness.

126.10-4. Notification. Notification of the final decision shall be sent to the applicant from the

Tribal Secretary’s office by certified mail or personally served within ten (10) business days

following the decision. Applicants have a right to documentation of the final decision along with

the resolution, and the reason(s) for the final decision.

126.10-5. Resolution. To grant or deny a pardon or forgiveness, a majority vote of the Oneida

Business Committee is required.

126.10-6. Eligibilities. Unless otherwise directed by the Oneida Business Committee, a pardon

or forgiveness may fully or partially restore some Tribal eligibilities lost as a result of a conviction

or act including:

(a) employment; and/or

(b) an occupational license, certificate or permit; and/or

(d) other Tribal benefit.

End.

Adopted – BC-2-19-93-I

Adopted – BC-11-13-93-B (Oneida Pardon Procedures Policy)

Adopted – BC-11-24-93-B (Temporary Pardons)

Adopted – BC-7-31-02-A

Adopted – BC-05-25-11-A

Adopted – BC-01-22-14-B

Emergency Adoption – BC-04-28-21-A

Emergency Extended – BC-__-__-__-__

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Adopt resolution entitled Opposing Enbridge’s Construction of Pipelines 3 and 5

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

Resolutions

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

Approve attached resolution RE: Opposing Enbridge's construction of pipelines 3 and 5

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. Draft Resolution

2. Emails and comments

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

Daniel Guzman-King, Councilmember

Primary Requestor/Submitter:

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

6. Cover Memo:

Describe the purpose, background/history, and action requested:

Requested Action: Adopt resolution opposing Enbridge’s proposed construction of Line 3 and 5.

The Nation recently adopted resolution 10-13-21-E that directs the resources of the Oneida Nation to

protect the Rights of Nature and fulfill our responsibilities to protect our land and environment.

Enbridge has proposed construction of Lines 3 and 5 that will pose a threat to Tribal lands, the

environment, treaty rights, historic cultural sites and waters in the Upper Mississippi watershed and the

western Great Lakes.

The threat to indigenous communities is too great to allow the construction to occur and thus I am

requesting the Business Committee to oppose the construction of Line 3 and 5 and adopt the resolution

presented.

1) Save a copy of this form for your records.

2) Print this form as a *.pdf OR print and scan this form in as *.pdf.

3) E-mail this form and all supporting materials in a SINGLE *.pdf file to: BC_Agenda_Requests@oneidanation.org

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Oneida EHS Area Comments on Enbridge Lines # and #5

FACTS

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According to the US Energy Information Administration, in 2018 (pre-pandemic) the United

States consumed 337 million gallons per day of gasoline (123,005,000,000 gallons per year).

According the Fuels Institute in 2020 there were 260,000,000 light duty vehicles active in the

United States, does not include semi- or heavy-duty trucks, some of which utilize

The US adds approximately 6.5% (16-17 million) additional gas-powered light duty vehicles per

year with the average utilization of approximately 12 years.

o In 2020 there 2% of light duty vehicles were electric.

o Used cars account for approximately 40,000,000 vehicles per year on the road.

According to U.S. Dept of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety

Administration (PHSMA) there are 2.8 million miles of regulated pipelines in the United States.

• In 2020, 229,390 miles or approximately 8% of that was used for the transport of

Hazardous Liquids.

o 64,350 miles for refined petroleum products

o 74,648 miles for highly volatile liquids

o 85,226 miles for crude oil

o 5,150 miles for carbon dioxide or similar gases

o 17 miles for fuel grade ethanol

The remaining mileage transports gas, liquified natural gas or is used for gas transmission gathering. We

want to make the point that the thirst for oil is there, including Tribes. The alternative to piping would

be trucking it or transporting by water.

The pipeline infrastructure in the US is aging and deteriorating. Much of it is not located in ideal

locations relative to water bodies, culturally significant lands and resources.

•

In 2020 according to PHSMA there are approximately 8,095 miles that were installed

pre-1920

There are 117,356.58 miles are 50 years or older (pre-1980)

There are 107,429.9 miles were installed between 1980-2010

45,877.91 miles installed between 2010-2019

4,410.28 miles installed in 2020

We believe that Tribal oversight of pipeline installation location and methodology, operation and

maintenance as well as response should be considered. Typically, there is a 35 foot from center of a

pipeline easement that the pipeline has direct responsibility for maintaining and addressing

environmental releases. I have heard that the negotiated agreements with landowners exempts

pipelines from third party damage claims to property adjacent to pipelines.

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Heard on the mining call, regarding the imported workforce to install the pipeline. Increase costs for

emergency management, policing and increase in MMIW and sexual assault. Citing the Bakken Oil Fields

experience.

Subject: Links to Social impact papers

https://mbcc.mt.gov/_docs/Data/Reports/2013SocialImpactBakken.pdf

https://preservethebeartoothfront.com/2015/03/24/a-personal-story-grace-her-many-horsesnewtown-north-dakota/

Other/more information:

https://www.fuelsinstitute.org/Resources/Carpool-Chats/Transportation-Energy-Solutions-for-AllEpisode-30

https://consumerenergyalliance.org/pipelines-for-america/

https://conveniencematters.com/episode/276-how-fuels-move-through-pipeline/

The conveniencematters.com is link to a podcast. There are quite a few different episodes that address

pipelines (this is from the industry side).

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James L. Snitgen

Melinda J. Danforth

Nicole A. Rommel; Victoria A. Flowers

Comments or input regarding a resolution protesting Enbridge lines 3 and 5

Monday, September 27, 2021 3:52:49 PM

Hi Melinda:

Here is the thread on what I mentioned to you this morning as far as comments on the pipelines.

Vickie has expertise in this area and also did a bunch of research and I am working on compiling into

a document, but we could use some help with the resolution, etc.

And of course I wanted to get you up to speed on this.

We will get a you a draft summary document to discuss.

Thanks,

Jim

From: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 3:18 PM

To: James L. Snitgen <jsnitgen@oneidanation.org>

Subject: FW: Greetings!

Can you do this too??

From: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 3:17 PM

To: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Subject: RE: Greetings!

Yes thank you, if someone could create an Oneida Resolution draft that I could bring forward that

would be great. Yaw^.

From: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 3:16 PM

To: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Subject: RE: Greetings!

Hi Daniel,

Response from Jim Snitgen, they have complied a good amount of information but have not put it all

into one document yet. Is early next week OK?

Thanks,

Nicole

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From: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 2:56 PM

To: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Subject: RE: Greetings!

Ok thank you, I would like to bring forward an Oneida resolution soon in conjunction with Brown

County.

From: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 2:54 PM

To: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Subject: RE: Greetings!

Staff was looking into it. I will check with them to see what they came up with.

From: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 2:21 PM

To: Nicole A. Rommel <nrommel@oneidanation.org>

Subject: FW: Greetings!

Did you have any comments or input regarding a resolution protesting Enbridge lines 3 and 5?

From: Daniel P. Guzman

Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2021 9:28 AM

To: Nicole A. Rommel <NRommel@oneidanation.org>; Jo A. House <JHOUSE1@oneidanation.org>

Cc: Rhiannon R. Metoxen <rmetoxe2@oneidanation.org>; Melinda J. Danforth

<MDANFORJ@ONEIDANATION.org>; Vanessa L. Miller <vmiller@oneidanation.org>

Subject: FW: Greetings!

Below are two draft resolutions that will be presented to the city of Green Bay common council and

the one to the Brown County board (link at the bottom of this email chain). They are asking Oneida

Nation to join in on passing a resolution in protest opposing Enbridge lines 3 and 5 and to do a joint

press release. Would you please review the drafts below and prepare a draft resolution for the

Oneida Nation Business Committee to consider? We would appreciate your input.

From: Justice Peche <justicepeche@gmail.com>

Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2021 6:06 AM

To: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Cc: Chu, Amanda K. <Amanda.Chu@browncountywi.gov>

Subject: Re: Greetings!

I've completed the first draft of the resolution opposing Lines 3 & 5 for Green Bay's City Council we'll

be introducing titled "Supporting Clean Water and Treaty Rights". I'll be working with someone

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tomorrow to draft the resolution for Brown County's Board of Supervisors. I'm sending Green Bay's

resolution to some people asking for feedback. Given that construction of the new Line 3 is expected

to be completed by the end of the year I'm trying to prepare this in a way that makes it most likely to

pass as smoothly as possible. Any feedback would be really appreciated!

Is there anything else I can do to help get this passed in Oneida's Business Committee?

Here's the link to the draft resolution.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ew8aZtHotqtbmVRw55l4l2tHReknBDLS/edit?

usp=sharing&ouid=110634961095849588607&rtpof=true&sd=true

Justice

On Thu, Aug 26, 2021 at 5:23 PM Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org> wrote:

Sounds great, once I have that draft I'll forward it to my folks for input then send you guys a copy.

On Aug 26, 2021 4:35 PM, Justice Peche <justicepeche@gmail.com> wrote:

Good afternoon! Thanks for bringing me in on this email thread Supervisor Chu. I really appreciate

the suggestion to include language regarding the rights of nature, Councilman Guzman-King. I'll be

sure to include that in the resolution.

I plan on having the draft resolution written by the end of the day tomorrow. I'll send it

over to the both of you once it's together.

Thank you both for all the works you're doing standing up for our Mother Earth! I look forward to

working together on this.

Justice

On Thu, Aug 26, 2021, 10:26 AM Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org> wrote:

Sounds good, if I could get a updated draft I can forward it to my environmental dept. and law

office for further edits and input. Then bring it forward for consideration to our Business

Committee. Also we coordinate communication efforts and do a joint press release.

From: Chu, Amanda K. <Amanda.Chu@browncountywi.gov>

Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2021 10:08 AM

To: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>; Justice Peche <justicepeche@gmail.com>

Subject: Re: Greetings!

That's fantastic news! Your addition 'off the top of your head' shows your experience and

fluency with rights of nature thinking.

I'm cc'ing Justice here, as he is doing the resolution word-smithing and doing the

community organizing around this.

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I'm thinking about the coordination of co-introduction to our governing bodies... Justice

and I talked about introduction in September with a hopeful October 26th approval, our

Oct board date.

Other thoughts on that?

With gratitude,

Amanda Chu

my pronouns (about pronouns): she/her

Brown County Supervisor, District 3

Phone: 920-940-8242

Brown County Mailing Address: P.O. Box 23600, Green Bay, WI 54305-3600

Brown County Physical Address: 305 E. Walnut St., Suite 680, Green Bay, WI 54301

A land acknowledgement: Brown County occupies the ancestral and traditional Lands of the Ho Chunk and Menominee

peoples, and traditional and contemporary Lands of the Oneida peoples.

From: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 4:40 PM

To: Chu, Amanda K. <Amanda.Chu@browncountywi.gov>

Subject: RE: Greetings!

CAUTION External Email: Be safe with links and attachments. Please report bad

messages

Greetings! Hello there, great to hear from you and connect with you at the event.

Thanks for reaching out regarding this serious issue, and yes I would love to partner

with you on this. I like everything in that draft so far but I also have some

recommendations to include in future drafts. This is of the top of my head:

“Water provides life sustenance to all beings on Mother Earth. And has a right to be

protected and cared for with the upmost regard. And we as the caretakers (or

stewards) of Mother Earth have the obligation and responsibility to properly protect

and preserve water on behalf of all living beings and for future generations…”

That could be split up into multiple “whereas” clauses but I think it needs to be

included about the rights of nature and our obligation and responsibility to care for

it. Please reach out whenever. My number is 920-228-3180

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From: Chu, Amanda K. <Amanda.Chu@browncountywi.gov>

Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 4:21 PM

To: Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>

Subject: Greetings!

Hi Councilman Guzman King,

We had a chance to connect at the City Of Green Bay, State of the City event. I'm

the County Supervisor who is all into food and ag.

Bill Vervoort shared with me that Oneida was highlighted in the UN's "The State of

Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021"

http://www.fao.org/3/cb4474en/cb4474en.pdf, (PDF page 147). How affirming of all

of y'all's great work to build a wholistic food system. Congratulations!!!

I'm also writing to reach out about an opportunity to support a resolution that

Justice Peche, an Oneida Nation tribal member and staffer at WI Conservation

Voters, brought to Sup. Erickson and I. In fact, Justice may have already connected

with you about it. It's a solidarity resolution to discourage further work on natural

gas lines 3 and 5, in order to protect water ways and treaty rights. Here is link to the

resolution that Justice will adapt, which Madison's City Council and the Dane County Board

recently passed.

https://madison.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=9630979&GUID=6385DF26-F0FB-4FA39829-2DE27E4D4B28

I'd love to get your take on it. Furthermore, if this passes your snuff test, I'm curious

if you might be interested in co-introducing this resolution, me to the BC Board and

you to your Council. Your thoughts?

With thanks!

Amanda Chu

my pronouns (about pronouns): she/her

Brown County Supervisor, District 3

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Brown County Mailing Address: P.O. Box 23600, Green Bay, WI 54305-3600

Brown County Physical Address: 305 E. Walnut St., Suite 680, Green Bay, WI 54301

A land acknowledgement: Brown County occupies the ancestral and traditional Lands of the Ho Chunk and

Menominee peoples, and traditional and contemporary Lands of the Oneida peoples.

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Rhiannon R. Metoxen

Enbridge Information

Thursday, October 21, 2021 10:51:52 AM

RE Comments or input regarding a resolution protesting Enbridge lines 3 and 5.msg

Comments or input regarding a resolution protesting Enbridge lines 3 and 5.msg

Attached is the information that was sent over to me from Daniel and Environmental. Below is also a

link for Enbridge’s proposals.

https://www.enbridge.com/projects-and-infrastructure/public-awareness/line-5-in-northern-wisconsin

https://www.enbridge.com/~/media/Enb/Documents/Projects/Wisconsin/L5Wis_Line_5_description.pdf?

la=en

Melinda J. Danforth, Director

Intergovernmental Affairs

Oneida Nation

P.O. Box 365

Oneida, WI 54155

Phone: (920) 869-4022

Cell: (920) 562-0290

Fax: (920) 869-4040

Email: mdanforj@oneidanation.org

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank

Opposing Enbridge’s Construction of Pipelines 3 and 5

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 people have been bestowed responsibilities from the Creator to uphold the

Rights of Nature and protect our lands and environment for our future generations; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation has adopted BC Resolution 10-13-21-E that proclaims the Nation,

government leaders and our people will commit to upholding the Rights of Nature by

utilizing our resources and voices to protect our most precious resources;

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation reviewed Enbridge’s proposed plan for construction of pipelines 3 and

5 and determined that the proposed construction poses a threat to Tribal lands, the

environment, treaty rights, historic cultural sites and waters in the Upper Mississippi

watershed and the western Great Lakes; and

WHEREAS,

many sovereign Nations and indigenous communities live and rely upon the lands along

the proposed lines, which poses a threat to indigenous way of life and the proposed lines

could disproportionately impact Indigenous people, threaten resources critical to the survival of

Indigenous communities, and exacerbate the already profound disparities in health access and

outcomes that tribal communities face; and

WHEREAS,

Enbridge has a history of catastrophic oil spills in the upper Midwest, including in 1991 in

Minnesota when 1.7 million gallons of oil spilled near the Prairie River; in 2010 in Michigan when

1.1 million gallons of tar sands oil spilled into the Kalamazoo River; and in 1999 in Michigan

when 222,600 gallons of oil and natural gas spilled in Crystal Falls, located within the

Menominee River Watershed which feeds the Menominee River and flows into Green Bay of

Lake Michigan;

WHEREAS,

the people of the Oneida Nation understand that water provides sustenance to all life on

Earth, and the threat of polluting the waters is too great a risk; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Nation joins many tribal governments and

organizations in opposing the construction of Enbridge’s pipelines 3 and 5.

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BC Resolution # _______

Opposing the Enbridge’s Construction of Line 3 and 5

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Nation calls upon the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to

reject Enbridge’s permit application for the construction of Line 5 which is proposed to cross many sensitive

environmental and cultural areas in Northern Wisconsin.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Nation’s Business Committee, Land and Environmental Health, Safety,

Land & Agriculture Division, and Intergovernmental Affairs & Communication shall engage with other

Tribes, organizations, state and federal government to oppose Enbridge’s construction of pipelines 3 and

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Adopt resolution entitled Amending Fiscal Year 2022 budget approval timelines provided in BC resolution.

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement ☐ Presentation

☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law

☐ Report

☒ Correspondence

☐ Legal Review

☐ Resolution

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☒ Minutes

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition

☐ Travel Documents

☐ Other: Input from Treasurer and Statement of Effect will be handouts

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

LLIGGINS

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Lisa A. Liggins

From:

Sent:

To:

Lisa A. Liggins

Thursday, October 21, 2021 10:19 AM

Cristina S. Danforth; Lawrence E. Barton; Rae M. Skenandore; Ralinda R.

Ninham-Lamberies; Denise J. Vigue

Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Ethel M. Summers;

Cc:

Kirby W. Metoxen; David P. Jordan; Daniel P. Guzman; Jennifer A.

Webster

BC Action from 10/20/21 - draft resolution to expedite budget approval

Subject:

Attachments: 2021 10 20 BC Mtg SPEC.mp3; 2021 10 20 BC Minutes SPEC DRAFT.pdf;

Amending Fiscal Year 2022 budget approval timelines provided in BC

resolution # 09-22-21-E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022.docx

Hi Tina and Team –

Attached you will find the draft minutes and recording from the special BC meeting held on October 20,

2021. Discussion was held regarding the BC approving the budget and the following action was taken:

 Motion by Jennifer Webster to direct the Secretary to work with the Treasurer to bring back revisions to

resolution BC‐09‐22‐21‐E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022 to expedite the dates in the final resolve,

seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried.

General consensus was to put together a proposal that would be further vetted at next week’s regular BC meeting,

especially since the Treasurer was out on approved travel yesterday.

I’ve drafted the attached resolution for consideration, as directed, for next week’s regular BC meeting. I’ve run it past

the Law Office and have submitted to the LRO for a statement of effect.

If you have any input/insight, please submit to BC_Agenda_Requests by NOON on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. I’ll

provide any responses received as handout to accompany the draft resolution.

Thank you (and prayers for safe travels home, Tina)!

Lisa Liggins

Secretary

Oneida Business Committee

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Oneida Nation

Post Office Box 365

Phone: (920)869-2214

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # __________

Amending Fiscal Year 2022 budget approval timelines provided in BC resolution #

09-22-21-E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022

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,

on September 22, 2021, the Oneida Business adopted BC resolution # 09-22-21-E,

Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 2022, which, in part, provided that the Oneida Business

Committee shall, at a regular meeting in March 2022, (1) review the ability to safely hold a

General Tribal Council meeting to adopt the budget if the budget has not already been

adopted by the General Tribal Council and (2) determine whether the Oneida Business

Committee should formally adopt the FY2022 budget on behalf of the General Tribal

Council if a meeting cannot be safely held; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee has determined that the Fiscal Year 2022 budget approval

timelines provided in BC resolution # 09-22-21-E should be adjusted.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oneida Business Committee amends the Fiscal Year 2022

budget approval timelines provided in BC resolution # 09-22-21-E Continue to Operate Fiscal Year 202 as

follows:

 The Oneida Business Committee shall, at a regular meeting in __________202__, (1) review

the ability to safely hold a General Tribal Council meeting to adopt the budget if the budget

has not already been adopted by the General Tribal Council and (2) determine whether the

Oneida Business Committee should formally adopt the FY2022 budget on behalf of the

General Tribal Council if a meeting cannot be safely held.

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Determine next steps regarding five (5) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BDOXTAT1

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Oneida Nation

Business Committee Support Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

October 19, 2021

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Nation School Board

Background

Five (5) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Nation School Board. Two (2) vacancies are to

complete term ending July 31, 2022, and three (3) vacancies are to complete term ending

July 31, 2023.

The vacancies have been posted since July 2021. The application deadline was September 3,

2021 and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):



Aaron Manders

Select action(s) provided below:

1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2022 or July

31, 2023 OR

2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR

3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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

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Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Police Commission

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BDOXTAT1

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Oneida Nation

Business Committee Support Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

October 19, 2021

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Police Commission

Background

One (1) vacancy was posted for the Oneida Police Commission. The vacancy is to complete

terms ending July 31, 2022.

The vacancy has been posted since April 2021. The latest application deadline was

September 3, 2021 and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):



Jeannette Ninham

Select action(s) provided below:

1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2022 OR

2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR

3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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

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Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/27/21

2. General Information:

Session:

☒ Open

☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose reason for Executive.

3. Supporting Documents:

☐ Bylaws

☐ Contract Document(s)

☒ Correspondence

☐ Draft GTC Notice

☐ Draft GTC Packet

☐ E-poll results/back-up

☐ Other: Describe

☐ Fiscal Impact Statement

☐ Law

☐ Legal Review

☐ Minutes

☐ MOU/MOA

☐ Petition

☐ Presentation

☐ Report

☐ Resolution

☐ Rule (adoption packet)

☐ Statement of Effect

☐ Travel Documents

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted

☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted

☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:

Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BDOXTAT1

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Oneida Nation

Business Committee Support Office

PO Box 365  Oneida, WI 54155-0365

oneida-nsn.gov

Memorandum

TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

October 19, 2021

RE:

Appointment(s) – Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

Background

Two (2) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee. The vacancies

are to complete terms ending July 31, 2023 and July 31, 2024.

The vacancies have been posted Since July 2021. The latest application deadline was

September 3, 2021 and three (3) applications were received for the following applicant(s):



Geraldine Danforth

Debra Danforth

Sandra Skenadore

Select action(s) provided below:

1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2023 and July

31, 2024 OR

2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR

3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)

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

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Accept the October 4, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

Standing Committees

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

BC to accept the Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of October 4, 2021

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. FC E-Poll of the 10/04/21 Minutes

2. FC Mtg Minutes of 10/04/21

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

Unbudgeted

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

Cristina Danforth, Tribal Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Denise Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO /Finance Administration

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

DENISE J. VIGUE, EXEC. ASST. TO THE CFO

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF OCT 4, 2021

DATE:

10/04/21

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance

Committee meeting minutes of October 4, 2021. The E-Poll and minutes were

sent out and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:

E-POLL RESULTS:

The r e w as a M aj or it y of 4 FC m emb e rs v ot i ng t o app ro v e t h e O c t . 4 , 2 02 1

F in an ce Co mm it t e e M eet in g M in u t e s. F C M emb e rs v o t in g i n c lu d ed : Ki rb y

Me t ox en , La r ry Ba rt o n, P at ri c k St en slof f & Lou is e Co rn el iu s.

These Finance Committee Minutes of October 4, 2021 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

October 4, 2021 ▪ Time: 9:00 A.M

Via Microsoft Teams

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

FC MEMBERS PRESENT (Via Teams):

Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair

Kirby Metoxen, BC Council Member

Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director

Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair

Louise Cornelius, Gaming Gen. Mgr.

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member

OTHERS PRESENT (Via Teams): Jessalyn Harvath, Carrie Lindsey, David Emerson, James

Snitgen, Marilyn King, Lynn M. Schmidt, Kevin House, Melinda J. Danforth, Mark Powless (GM),

Amy Spears and Denise J. Vigue, taking notes

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

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA: OCTOBER 4, 2021

Motion by Larry Barton to approve the October 4, 2021 FC Meeting Agenda.

Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

MINUTES TO BE ACCEPTED: SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 (Approved via E-Poll on 9/13/21):

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on 9/13/21

approving the September 13, 2021 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes.

Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

TABLED BUSINESS: None

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:

1. ACP CreativIt LLC – Camera Corner

Jessalyn Harvath, Gaming Bingo/OTB

Amount: $107,162.48

Budgeted item for TV’s, Wall Monitors, Labor and Parts, this is phase one.

Motion by Larry Barton to approve the FY22 Gaming Capital Expenditure with ACP

CreativIt, LLC – Camera Corner for Casino Sportsbook Displays in the amount of

$107,162.48. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

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VI. NEW BUSINESS:

1. Inter-Fluve Contract – Culvert Replacement Design

James Snitgen, Environmental Health & Safety

Amount: $92,787.

Grant funded, utilizing funds left over from two previous projects; it was noted the legal

review does not contain language about 3 bids which is inconsistent from other reviews.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the Purchase Order for the Inter-Fluve

contract for culvert replacement design in the amount of $92,787. Seconded by

Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

2. FY22 Blkt PO – 1822 Land & Dev. Co of Oneida, LLC

Marilyn King, Oneida Food Distribution

Amount: $51,000.

Yearly lease payments; this is a 25 year contract, runs out 2023.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with 1822

Land & Development Co. of Oneida, LLC for the Food Warehouse Lease payments in

the amount of $51,000. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

3. FY22 Blkt PO – Oneida Gens-Travel Ctr.

David Emerson, Gaming Slots

Amount: $141,600.

Renewal of blanket for rent payments for gaming space at the Oneida Travel Center;

not aware of any name change with Oneida Gens.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with Oneida

Generations for rent payments at the Oneida Travel Center in the amount of

$141,600. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.

4. DocuSign, Inc. – Digital Signatures

Lynn M. Schmidt, Consolidated Health – OHC

Amount: $67,234.14

Expanding digital signatures/forms for internal and external use by the health

center; not budgeted but expecting this to be covered under Covid grant funds; Lynn

will send an e-mail to state exactly where funds will be expended.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the request with DocuSign, Inc. for digital

signatures services in the amount of $67,234.14. Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion

carried unanimously.

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5. FY22 Blkt PO – Cerebral Palsy Center

Carrie Lindsey, Consolidated Health – OHC

Amount: $120,000.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with the

Cerebral Palsy Center in the amount of $120,000.

Seconded by Larry Barton.

Motion carried unanimously.

6. WI Public Service Corp

Kevin House, Engineering Dept.

Amount: $66,986.43

This is for gas/electrical at site recently completed at Bread Creek Village.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the request for services from WI Public Service Corp

for Engineering Project #18-009, Bread Creek Village in the amount of $66,986.43.

Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion carried unanimously.

7. FY22 Blkt PO – Pace LLC

Melinda J. Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $165,000.

Federal lobbyist fees with some travel costs now that areas are now open in DC; contract

approved by the BC last week.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with Pace

LLC in the amount of $165,000. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried

unanimously.

8. FY22 Blkt PO – EMPower, LLC

Lisa Moore, Risk Management

Amount: $74,052.

Onsite health services – nursing/chiropractic for non-gaming employees under the

insurance plan; following request is for added nursing services; both receiving excellent

ratings from employees.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with

EMPower, LLC in the amount of $74,052.

Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Larry

Barton abstained. Motion carried.

9. FY22 Blkt PO – VDH Nursing

Lisa Moore, Risk Management

Amount: $70,104.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with VDH

Nursing in the amount of $70,104. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Larry Barton

abstained. Motion carried.

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10. FY22 Blkt PO – RedSail Technologies LLC

Lynn Schmidt, Consolidated Health – OHC

Amount: $54,514.

Budgeted item for hardware/software support for the Pharmacy system.

Motion by Larry Barton to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with RedSail

Technologies LLC in the amount of $54,514. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion

carried unanimously.

11. VVC Holding Corp/Virence – PO increase

Lynn Schmidt, Consolidated Health – OHC

Amount: $55,988.73

Increase is to cover additional months so contract co-terms with other contracts.

Motion by Larry Barton to approve the Purchase Order Increase with VVC Holding

Corp/Virence in the amount of $55,988.73. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion

carried unanimously.

VI.

ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:

Report:

1. Monthly Oneida Finance Fund Report - October 2021

Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the monthly Oneida Finance Fund report for

October 2021. Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion carried unanimously.

Requests:

1. WI Flight Elite Basketball Team Fees

Requester: Jason Danforth for Farrah

Amount: $500.

Motion by Larry Barton to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for the

Wisconsin Flight Elite Basketball team fees for the daughter of the requester in the

amount of $500. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Y.M.C.A. Development Class Fees

Requester: Jason Danforth for Grayson

Amount: $500.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for

Y.M.C.A. Development Class Fees for the son of the requester in the amount of $500.

Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion carried unanimously.

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3. Y.M.C.A. Monthly Membership Fee

Requester: Jason Danforth

Amount: $500.

Motion by Larry Barton to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for

Y.M.C.A. Monthly Membership Fees in the amount of $500. Seconded by Patrick

Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: None

X. ADMINISTRATIVE/INTERNAL: None

XI. FOLLOW UP: None

XII. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:

1. Aruze – 1 Leased Slot Machine – No Purchase

David Emerson, Gaming Slots

Same as the claw machine for kids, but in a slot machine and it will have physical prizes.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to accept as FYI the Aruze -1 lease slot machine-no

purchase information. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.

XIII. ADJOURN: Motion by Patrick Stensloff to adjourn. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen.

Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:46 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:

Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Accept the October 21, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

Standing Committees

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

BC to accept the Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of October 21, 2021

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. FC E-Poll of the 10/21/21 Minutes

2. FC Mtg Minutes of 10/21/21

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

Unbudgeted

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

Cristina Danforth, Tribal Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Denise Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO /Finance Administration

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

DENISE J. VIGUE, EXEC. ASST. TO THE CFO

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF OCT 21, 2021

DATE:

10/22/21

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance

Committee meeting minutes of October 21, 2021. The E-Poll and minutes were sent

out yesterday and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:

E-POLL RESULTS:

The r e w as a Ma jo rit y of 4 F C m em b e r s vo t i n g t o ap p r o v e t h e O ct . 21 , 20 2 1

F in an ce Co m mit t e e Me et in g Mi n u t es . F C M em b e r s vo t in g in c lu d ed :

Je nnif e r W eb st e r , K ir by Me t ox en , P at r i ck S t en slo f f & Ch ad F us s. Cr i st in a

Dan f o rt h w a s e xc u s e d a n d L a r r y Ba rt o n C h ai r ed t h e me et i n g .

These Finance Committee Minutes of October 21, 2021 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 - Rescheduled

October 21, 2021 ▪ Time: 3:00 P.M

Via Microsoft Teams

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

FC MEMBERS PRESENT (Via Teams):

Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair

Kirby Metoxen, BC Council Member

Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO

Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member

Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair

OTHERS PRESENT (Via Teams): Nathan Maufort; Kevin B. House, Josephine T. Skenandore,

Michelle Danforth-Anderson, David Emerson, Michelle Braaten, Justine Nishimoto, William

Cornelius, Mark A Powless, Sr., Reynold T. Danforth, Paul Witek and Denise J. Vigue, taking

notes

CALL TO ORDER : The FC Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice-Chair at 3:00 P.M.

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA : OCTOBER 21, 2021

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the October 21, 2021 FC Meeting Agenda.

Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

MINUTES TO BE ACCEPTED : OCTOBER 4, 2021 (Approved via E-Poll on 10/04/21):

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on 10/04/21

approving the October 4, 2021 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by

Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

TABLED BUSINESS : None

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES :

1. Great Lakes Roofing Corp – PO Increase

Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

Amount: $9,351.07

Nathan relayed increase is due to stabilization of the ceiling mirror at the casino as the roof

replacement caused them to become unstable.

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Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Gaming Capital Expenditure with Great

Lakes Roofing Corp for a Purchase Order increase in the amount of $9,351.07.

Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Northeast Asphalt

Kevin House, Engineering Dept.

Amount: $84,640.

Kevin noted this is for the expansion of the Comprehensive Housing parking lot to allow

better access to the building; late in the year project will be scheduled in the spring; he

sent out to bid to 5 different vendors; funds are grant funded.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Capital Expenditure with Northeast

Asphalt for the parking lot expansion at Comprehensive Housing in the amount of

$84,640. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

CDW-G Cisco Switches

Vickie Krueger, Gam-MIS

Amount: $77,674.23

Josephine was online and noted the switches were for the sports betting network. It was

noted that the SAM.gov report was not in the packet and it needs to be sent to the FC.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Capital Expenditure with CDW-G for

Cisco Switches hardware for the Off-Track Betting Project in the amount of

$77,674.23. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

VI.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. FY22 Blkt PO -Gordon Flesch-Lease/Click Costs

Michelle Danforth, Big Bear Media/Printing

Amount: $150,000.

Michelle explained this is for their cannon copiers; there was a discussion on costs;

percentages from tribal contribution and sales.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with

Gordon Flesch for lease/click costs in the amount of $150,000. Seconded by Patrick

Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.

2. FY22 Blkt PO -Steen Macek-Paper

Michelle Danforth, Big Bear Media/Printing

Amount: $150,000.

This is a local vendor that is used; Patrick noted that percentage of paper was received

from third party vendor, once pandemic hit Print Shop has supplied all the paper.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with Steen

Macek for printing paper in the amount of $150,000. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.

Motion carried unanimously.

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3. FY22 Blkt PO – Pitney Bowes-Postage

Michelle Danforth, Big Bear Media/Mail Ctr.

Amount: $150,000.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with Pitney

Bowes for postage costs in the amount of $150,000. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.

Motion carried unanimously.

Chad Fuss joined the meeting at 3:16 p.m.

4. FY22 Blkt PO -Oneida Post Office-Postage

Michelle Danforth, Big Bear Media/Mail Ctr.

Amount: $900,000.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the request with the Oneida Post Office for

postage costs in the amount of $900,000. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion

carried unanimously.

5. FY22 Blkt PO – UPS-Shipping

Michelle Danforth, Big Bear Media/Mail Ctr.

Amount: $75,000.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with United

Postal Service for shipping costs in the amount of $75,000. Seconded by Kirby

Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

6. FY22 Blkt PO – 1822 Land & Dev.-Lease Paymts.

Mark A. Powless, Sr., Oneida Gaming Commission

Amount: $98,040.

There was a discussion on impending move of OGC offices next fall; lease amendment

#3, if approved should be for 1 year from Nov. 2021 to Oct. 2022, not 3 years, can

always come back if move takes longer.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order request for

the Oneida Gaming Commission’s lease space in the amount of $98,040 noting

amendment #3 is to be amended to 12 months. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.

Motion carried unanimously.

VII.

DONATIONS:

Report:

1. FC Donation Report - October 2021

Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Finance Committee Donation Report for

October 2021. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously

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Requests:

1. Oneida Apostolic Church

Requester: Juan Alicea, Pastor

Amount: $3,000.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donation line the

request from the Oneida Apostolic Church in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Kirby

Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Safe Shelter, Inc

Requester: Pearl Webster, Exec. Dir.

Amount: $3,000.

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve from the Finance Committee Donation line the

request from Safe Shelter, Inc in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff.

Motion carried unanimously.

VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION : None

IX. ADMINISTRATIVE/INTERNAL :

1. ADD ON: FY2022 Finance Committee Annual Report

Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO

No Action. Item Deleted from the agenda.

X. FOLLOW UP : None

XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY :

1. IGT – Percentage Game Swap Out

David Emerson, Gaming Slots

David noted these are for 4 swap outs at IMAC.

Motion by Patrick Stensloff accept the IGT – Percentage Game Swap Out as FYI.

Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

FY22 Blkt PO – AGS Slot Machine Lease Payments

David Emerson, Gaming Slots

David explained this is for increase in blanket as some new lease machines have

been added & when they increase with one vendor, they decrease with another to

stay within budget. Chad and David discussed reporting requirements.

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the FY22 Blanket Purchase Order with AGS for

slot machine lease payment as FYI. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried

unanimously.

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XII. ADJOURN : Motion by Patrick Stensloff to adjourn. Seconded by Chad Fuss.

Motion carried unanimously. Time: 3:34 P.M.

Minutes submitted by:

Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll: October 22, 2021

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Accept the October 6, 2021, Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

Standing Committees

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

Accept the October 6, 2021 Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. 10/6/21 LOC Meeting Minutes

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

David P. Jordan, Councilmember

Primary Requestor/Submitter:

Clorissa N. Santiago, LRO Senior Staff Attorney

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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Oneida Nation

Oneida Business Committee

Legislative Operating Committee

PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365

Oneida-nsn.gov

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center

October 6, 2021

9:00 a.m.

Present: David P. Jordan, Marie Summers, Kirby Metoxen, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer

Webster

Others Present: Clorissa N. Santiago, Kristen Hooker, Carmen Vanlanen, Kristal Hill, Brooke

Doxtator, Lawrence Barton, Amy Spears (Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (Microsoft

Teams), Eric Boulanger (Microsoft Teams), Michelle Braaten (Microsoft Teams), Kelly

McAndrews (Microsoft Teams), Renita Hernandez (Microsoft Teams)

Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

David P. Jordan called the October 6, 2021, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to

order at 9:00 a.m.

Motion by Marie Summers to adopt the agenda as is; seconded by Jennifer Webster.

Motion carried unanimously.

II.

Minutes to be Approved

1. September 15, 2021 LOC Meeting Minutes

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the September 15, 2021 LOC meeting minutes and

forward to the Oneida Business Committee for consideration; seconded by Jennifer

Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

Current Business

1. Local Land Use Regulation Reimbursement Policy Repeal

Motion by Marie Summers to accept the public comment review memorandum; seconded

by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Furlough Law Amendments

Motion by Marie Summers to approve the Furlough law amendments public comment

period notice and forward the Furlough law amendments to a public comment period to be

held open until November 11, 2021; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried

unanimously.

IV.

New Submissions

Additions

VI.

Administrative Items

VII.

Executive Session

Legislative Operating Committee Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2021

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VIII. Adjourn

Motion by Marie Summers to adjourn at 9:18 a.m.; seconded by Daniel Guzman King.

Motion carried unanimously.

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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request

Approve the revised Quality of Life Committee charter

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10 / 27 / 21

2. General Information:

Session:

Open

Agenda Header:

Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:

New Business

Accept as Information only

Action - please describe:

Requested Action is to approve the updated QOL Charter with the following changes:

1. Change the Food Security update from bi-monthly to monthly

2. Change the name from Food Security Update to "Food Security and Sovereignty Update"

3. Add Oneida Behavioral Health to Report Quarterly

3. Supporting Materials

Report

Resolution

Contract

Other:

1. Excerpt from QOL Meeting

2. QOL Charter

Business Committee signature required

4. Budget Information

Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

Budgeted - Grant Funded

5. Submission

Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:

Marie Summers, Councilmember

Primary Requestor/Submitter:

Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

Additional Requestor:

Name, Title / Dept.

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Brooke M. Doxtator

Ethel M. Summers; Lisa A. Liggins; Rhiannon R. Metoxen

RE: MS Agenda request RE: QOL Charter update

Friday, October 22, 2021 9:51:10 AM

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A copy of the motion regarding the charter is provided below, if you need anything else please let me

know.

From: Ethel M. Summers <esummer1@oneidanation.org>

Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2021 4:22 PM

To: Brooke M. Doxtator <bdoxtat1@oneidanation.org>; Lisa A. Liggins <lliggins@oneidanation.org>;

Rhiannon R. Metoxen <rmetoxe2@oneidanation.org>

Subject: RE: MS Agenda request RE: QOL Charter update

Awesome, yaw^ko Brooke.

Yaw^ko,

Marie Summers

Councilwoman

Oneida Business Committee

A good mind. A good heart. A strong Fire.

office: (920) 869-4475

cell: (920) 615-9384

Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00- 4:30 pm

Email: esummer1@oneidanation.org

Mailing address:

Oneida Nation

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Oneida Business Committee

Quality of Life Committee Charter

Business need: The Quality of Life Committee is standing committee of the Oneida Business

Committee that will have oversight of health, wellness and social issues of the following areas of the

Nation: Language, Culture, Health, Environmental Issues, Housing and Food Security and Sovereignty.

Objectives:

Business Objectives: The Quality of Life Committee will provide oversight developed in the

Charter and provide recommendations of improvement.

Task Objectives: The Quality of Life Committee will meet on a monthly basis and review the

items stated in the deliverables. Responsibilities outlined in the charter will provide a baseline in

guiding team decision.

Deliverables: The following areas will deliver results related to quality of life

A) Quality of Life Survey – Annually

B) Readiness Survey from TAP – Monthly

C) Oneida Native American Drug and Gang Initiative – Quarterly

D) COVID-19 Report from Health Dept – Monthly

E) Housing Needs of the Nation – Monthly

F) HR Unemployment Rate – Monthly

G) Environmental Issues – Monthly

H) Wellness Council – Quarterly

I) Live, Sustain, Grow – Annually

J) Food Security and Sovereignty Update – Bi Monthly

K) Recreation Integration – Quarterly

L) Language & Culture – Bi Monthly

L)M)

Oneida Behavioral Health Report - Quarterly

Team Structure:

A) The Quality of Life committee shall be comprised of four (4) Oneida Business Committee

members appointed by the BC. The remaining five (5) business committee members shall be ad

hoc.

B) Three (3) members shall make a quorum. A quorum is required at all meetings in order to be

considered a formal meeting of the Quality of Life Committee.

C) If necessary, an ad hoc member can fill in for a regular member in order to meet the quorum.

D) All decisions made by majority vote.

E) Direct reports along with appropriate staff shall be directed to attend the Quality of Life Committee

meetings with relevant agenda topics.

F) Chair of the committee will review agenda items prior to the meeting. Chair will also break any tie

in voting. The Vice Chair will stand in for the Chair in the event the chair is unavailable.

Responsibilities and Rules

A) The Quality of Life Committee is responsible for making policy recommendations to the Business

Committee concerning areas outlined in the deliverables. The Business Committee will

determine whether to accept the Quality of Life Committee’s recommendations.

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B) Committee meetings will be held monthly with a prescribed agenda that will align with

one or all four of the current OBC strategic directions.

*Advancing On^yote?aka principles

*Committing to building a responsible nation

*Creating a positive organizational culture

*Implementing Good Governance process

C) Coordinate all policy matters relating to the Quality of Life Committee in cooperation with any

Department.

D) Monitor activity and strategies with regards to areas of policy oversight assigned to this committee

and align with strategic direction of the Business Committee

E) Make recommendations to the Business Committee.

F) Meeting may be held virtually with a quorum.

Process:

A) Meetings shall be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month

B) The BCSO will prepare the meeting packets, minutes, recordings, and track all issues.

C) A list of business unit representatives and boards/committee/commissions will be provided by

direct reports.

D) The Quality of Life Committee shall provide the OBC with the following per month: Meeting

minutes, specific action items that may require OBC approval, quarterly reports.

Charter QOL Approved:

January 14, 2021

OBC Approved:

January 27, 2021

Updated Charter OBC Approved:

October 27, 2021

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From:

To:

Jodi M. Skenandore

Kateri N. Baker; Lorna G. Skenandore; Chad M. Fuss; Louise C. Cornelius; Fawne M. Rasmussen; Patricia L.

Denny; Lambert M. Metoxen

Jodi M. Skenandore; Michelle M. Braaten; Ivory S. Kelly; Shoshana P. King; Tracy J. Metoxen; Melissa M.

Alvarado

Notification: SOPTGP-11 Poker Rankings

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 2:28:53 PM

SOPTGP-11 Poker Rankings signed.pdf

FW Request for OGC Revision - Poker ROP.msg

Cc:

Subject:

Date:

Attachments:

DATE:

FROM:

SUBJECT:

10/19/21

Mark A. Powless Sr.

SOPTGP-11 Poker Rankings

Good Afternoon,

The Gaming Commission has reviewed the following item(s) and is approved. This will be

placed on the next Regular OGC Meeting agenda for retro approval.

1. SOPTGP-11 Poker Rankings

If you have any further questions please feel free to contact the OGC Chair Mark Powless

Sr. via email mpowles5@oneidanation.org or at 497-5850.

Thank you.

Jodi M. Skenandore

Oneida Gaming Commission

920-497-5850

Toll Free: 1-800-497-5850

Jskenan8@oneidanation.org

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XI.

POKER.

Definitions

All-in means an action by which a player who has no funds remaining on the

poker table to continue betting in a round of play but who still retains the right to

contend for that portion of the pot in which the player has already placed a bet.

Ante means a predetermined bet which each player is required to make in some

poker games prior to any cards being dealt in order to participate in the round of

play.

Bet means an action by which a player places gaming chips into the pot on any

betting round.

Betting round means a complete betting cycle in a hand of poker after all players

have called, folded or gone all-in.

Blind bet means a mandatory bet in some poker games which only players

sitting in specific betting positions at the poker table shall be required to place

prior to looking at any cards.

Burning means taking a card from the top of a deck and discarding it face

down, so that the card is not in play and the identity of the card remains

unknown.

Button means an object which is moved clockwise around the table to denote an

imaginary dealer and thereby determine the betting and dealing sequence.

Call means a bet made in an amount equal to the immediately preceding bet.

Check means that a player waives the right to initiate the betting in a betting

round but retains the right to act if another player initiates the betting.

10.

Common card means, in any game of stud poker, a card which is dealt face

upward if there are insufficient cards left in the deck to deal each player a card

individually and which can be used by all players at the showdown.

11.

Community card means any card which is dealt face upward and which can be

used by all players to form their best hand.

12.

Cover card means a yellow or green plastic card used during the cut process

and then to conceal the bottom card of the deck.

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Draw means, in any game of draw poker, an exchange by a player of cards held in

his or her hand, after the initial round of betting, for an equal number of new cards

from the deck.

14.

Fold means the withdrawal of a player from a round of play by discarding his or

her hand of cards during a betting round and refusing to equal a bet, which results

in the player=s forfeit of any previous bets in the betting round.

15.

Forced bet means a bet which is required to start the betting on the first betting

round.

16.

Fouled hand means a hand that either has an improper number of cards or has

come into contact with other cards in such a way as to render it impossible to

determine accurately which cards are contained in the hand.

17.

High means a form of poker in which the highest-ranking hand in

accordance with Section C (Poker Rankings) wins the pot.

18.

High-low split means a form of poker in which the highest and lowest ranking

hands in accordance with Section C (Poker Rankings) split the pot.

19.

Hole card means any card dealt to a player face down.

20.

Low means a form of poker in which the highest ranking low hand in

accordance with Section C (Poker Rankings) wins the pot.

21.

Opening bet means the first bet in a round of play.

22.

Pot means the amount which is awarded to the winning player or split between the

winning players at the conclusion of a round of play and is equal to the total

amount anted and bet by the players during the round of play, less any rake

extracted pursuant to Section N (Poker Revenue) and less any Jackpot Fund

extracted pursuant to Section O (Jackpot Fund).

23.

Protected hand means a hand of cards which the player is physically holding or

has placed under one or more gaming chips.

24.

Raise means a bet in an amount greater than the immediately preceding bet in that

betting round.

25.

Rake means the amount collected by the dealer as poker revenue in

accordance with Section N (Poker Revenue).

26.

Round of play means, for any game of poker, the process by which cards are dealt,

bets are placed and the winner(s)

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