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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, September 12, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, September 13, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Agenda
Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.
Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members
of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
OPENING
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board - Shirley Schuyler
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers - Leslie Wheelock
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Election Board - Vicki Cornelius and Tonya Webster
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Oneida Gaming Commission - Mark A. Powless, Sr.
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Oneida Land Claims Commission - Kerry Kennedy
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
F.
Oneida Land Commission - Patricia Cornelius and Sidney White
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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G.
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging - Christina Liggins, Sandra Skenadore, and
Winnifred Thomas
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
H.
Oneida Nation School Board - Candace House and Katsitsiyo Danforth
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
I.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Pamela Ninham and Dorothy Ninham
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
J.
Oneida Police Commission - Richard VanBoxtel - Administered Oath of Office on
September 1, 2023
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
MINUTES
A.
Approve the August 16, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Approve the August 23, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Reaffirming the Oneida Nation’s Declaration it does not
have access to Classified Information Maintained by Oneida ESC Group, LLC and
Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, as well as its Subsidiaries
Sponsor: John Breuninger, President/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of
American Indians
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
D.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment
of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
E.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment
of Liaison to Tribally Chartered Entities of the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
F.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment
to Standing Committees
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
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G.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment
of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal Entities or
Agencies
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
H.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Recognition
of Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as Individuals
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Vice Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens - National
Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) Gala - Dallas, TX - October 11-12,
2023
Sponsor: Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Vice-Chairman
B.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - 2023 Annual American
Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) Conference - Durant, OK October 3-6, 2023
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
C.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - 2023 Poverty Matters
Conference - Lacrosse, WI - September 27-28, 2023
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
D.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - Indigenous Biz Con Milwaukee, WI - October 9-11, 2023
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
E.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Jonas Hill - Indigenous Biz Con Milwaukee, WI - October 8-11, 2023
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman
F.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Treasurer Lawrence Barton to attend the Native American Finance Officers
Association 2023 Fall Finance & Economies Conference in Phoenix, AZ - September
30-October 4, 2023
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Review the General (Gaming Integrity) (Chapter 1) Oneida Minimum Internal Control
Standards and determine next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
B.
Review the Sportsbook Rules of Play and determine next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
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C.
Approve two (2) requested actions - CDC # 13-011 Oneida Nation High School
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
D.
Approve three (3) requested actions - CDC # 16-011 Recreation Complex
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
E.
Approve two (2) requested actions - CDC # 21-105 Orchard Buildings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
F.
Approve the concept paper - CDC # 23-113 Oneida Judiciary Center - Safety
Upgrades
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
G.
Approve four (4) requested actions regarding the Community Development Planning
Committee and the Quality of Life Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, OBC Area Manager
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
B.
C.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Accept the General Manager report (9:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the June 22, 2023, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
2.
Accept the Tsyunhehkwa Farm controls assessment audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
3.
Accept the Property Management Administration performance assurance
audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation loan analysis (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst
2.
Approve 100 new enrollments
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
3.
Deliberations regarding pardon application - Bruce C. Doxtator
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
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ADJOURN
Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and
Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)
The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida
Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/
For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214
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Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board - Shirley Schuyler
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board
Background
On August 23, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Shirley Schuyler to the
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers - Leslie Wheelock
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis. Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers
Background
On August 23, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Leslie Wheelock to
the Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Election Board - Vicki Cornelius and Tonya Webster
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Election Board – Vicki Cornelius and Tonya Webster
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Gaming Commission - Mark A. Powless, Sr.
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Gaming Commission
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Gaming Commission – Mark A. Powless Sr.
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Land Claims Commission - Kerry Kennedy
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Land Claims Commission
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Land Claims Commission – Kerry Kennedy
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Land Commission - Patricia Cornelius and Sidney White
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Land Commission
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Land Commission – Sidney White and Patricia Cornelius
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation Commission on Aging - Christina Liggins, Sandra Skenadore, and Winnifred Thomas
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging – Winnifred Thomas, Christina Liggins, and Sandra
Skenadore
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation School Board - Candace House and Katsitsiyo Danforth
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Nation School Board – Candace House and Katsi Danforth
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Pamela Ninham and Dorothy Ninham
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
August 29, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Background
On July 15, 2023 the Oneida 2023 General Election was held.
On August 23, 2023 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2023 General Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Oneida Enrollment Committee – Pamela Ninham and Dorothy Ninham
§ 105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Police Commission - Richard VanBoxtel - Administered Oath of Office on September 1, 2023
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
September 5, 2023
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Police Commission
Background
On August 2, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Richard VanBoxtel to
the Oneida Police Commission.
Richard’s oath would have been scheduled for the Oneida Business Committee meeting
on August 23, 2023; however, he was unable to attend. Other arrangements to
administer his oath were made in accordance with the Boards, Committees, and
Commissions law.
Ҥ105.9-1 (b) If an oath is administered outside of an Oneida Business Committee
meeting, a quorum of Oneida Business Committee members shall be present to
witness the oath.”
On September 1, 2023, Secretary Lisa Liggins administered the oath of office to Richard
VanBoxtel. The following Oneida Business Committee members were present:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, and Marlon Skenandore.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Approve the August 16, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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Oneida Business Committee
Special Meeting
3:00 PM Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Virtual Meeting - Microsoft Teams1
Minutes
SPECIAL MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council
members: Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Ann House, Keith Doxtator, Todd VanDen Heuvel, Mark W. Powless, Katsitsiyo
Danforth, Danelle Wilson, Rhiannon Metoxen, Kristal Hill, Justin Nishimoto, Clorissa Leeman, Lisa
Summers, Grace Elliot, Melissa Nuthals, Jacque Boyle, Rae Skenandore, Melanie Burkhart, Kristine Hill,
Martin Prevost, Patricia King, Shannon Davis, Kathy Hughes, Vern Doxtator, Kateri Baker, Patricia
Lassila, Susan House, Vern Doxtator, Jeanne Calhoun, Steve Ninham, Aliskwet Ellis;
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 3:00 p.m.
For the record: Treasurer Tina Danforth is out on leave.
II.
OPENING (00:00:18)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:19)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda with one (1) addition [1) add New Business item entitled
Approve updated OBC SOP Hiring, Negotiating and Termination of Political Appointment Staff],
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
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IV.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Authorize the Use of $48,063,510 in Carry Over Funds to
Balance the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (00:02:11)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-16-23-A Authorize the Use of $48,063,510 in
Carry Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens,
Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Daniel Guzman King
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 Draft Budget and Directive
to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval (00:04:27)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-16-23-B Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 Draft
Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval, seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens,
Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Daniel Guzman King
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins stated, I'd just like to thank Finance Administration as well as the
entire organization for working through the roll-up of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. With the absence of
the Treasurer, it has left a bit of a gap, and we were able to come together as a group and get this
completed in a short time frame. I appreciate all the hard work and hours that went into it. Thank you.
V.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve updated OBC SOP Hiring, Negotiating and Termination of Political
Appointment Staff (00:09:30)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the OBC SOP entitled Hiring, Negotiating and Termination of
Political Appointment Staff with one (1) noted change [1) to correct standard wording of “Political
Appointment Staff” throughout entirety of document], seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
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VI.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Approve the notice and materials for the September 25, 2023, tentatively
scheduled special General Tribal Council meeting (00:12:52)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the notice and materials for the September 25, 2023, tentatively
scheduled special General Tribal Council meeting, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
VII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:15:17)
Motion by David P. Jordan to go into executive session at 3:15 p.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to come out of executive session at 4:45 p.m., seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
A.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Discuss the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation determination and next steps
(00:16:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Stevens to direct the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation board to develop a
memorandum outlining the options available in the franchise negotiations, seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the discussion as information, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
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VIII.
ADJOURN (00:17:49)
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to adjourn at 4:46 p.m., seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, August 22, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, August 23, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council
members: Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth, Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams1), Keith Doxtator, Mark W.
Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Todd VanDen Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via
Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams),
Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Ralinda NinhamLamberies (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft
Teams), James Petitjean (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgensen (via
Microsoft Teams), Shannon Stone (via Microsoft Teams), Nicole Rommel (via Microsoft Teams), Shane
Archiquette (via Microsoft Teams), Jacqueline Smith (via Microsoft Teams), Jason Doxtator (via Microsoft
Teams), Dana McLester (via Microsoft Teams), Mercie Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers,
Jeff Bowman, Nathan King, John Breuninger, Jeffrey House, Joe Hanrahan, Kathy Hughes, Jeanne
Calhoun, Kristine Hill;
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council
members: Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth, Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Keith Doxtator, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Mark W.
Powless, Todd VanDen Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle
Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams),
Clorissa Leeman, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Metoxen (via Microsoft
Teams), Matthew Denny (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via
Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgensen (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Rauschenbach (via Microsoft Teams),
Grace Elliott, Lisa Summers, Greg Matson (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams),
Patricia King (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via
Microsoft Teams), Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (via Microsoft Teams), Jameson
Wilson, Marlon Skenadore (via Microsoft Teams), Jonas Hill, Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Eric
Boulanger (via Microsoft Teams), Rochel Smith (via Microsoft Teams), Tina Skenandore (via Microsoft
Teams), Sacheen Lawrence (via Microsoft Teams), Jeanne Calhoun, Venessa Cardish (via Microsoft
Teams), Mary Graves, Aliskwet Ellis;
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:36 a.m.
For the record: Treasurer Tina Danforth is out on leave. Councilwoman Jennifer Webster is out on
approved travel attending the National Tribal Opioid Summit in Seattle, WA.
II.
OPENING (00:00:11)
Opening provided by Chairman Tehassi Hill.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:04:34)
Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt the agenda with four (4) additions [1) under the Resolution section,
add item entitled Adopt the resolution entitled Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law; 2)
under the Travel Report section, add item entitled Approve the travel report - Councilman David P.
Jordan - Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity (CIIHE) Tribal Advisory Committee
meeting; 3) under the Travel Request section, add item entitled Approve the travel request - ViceChairman Brandon Stevens - Indian Gaming Association (IGA) Mid-Year Conference and Expo Ledyard, CT - September 10-12, 2023; and 4) under the New Business, Executive Session, add item
entitled Review memorandum and determine next steps regarding DR17-03], seconded by Daniel
Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board - Beverly Anderson
(00:06:15)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Election Board - Teresa Schuman (00:06:15)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Police Commission - Richard VanBoxtel (00:06:15)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Oaths of office were administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Beverly Anderson and Teresa Schuman
were present. Richard VanBoxtel was not present.
D.
Oneida Public Safety Pension Board - Rochel Smith (00:08:30)
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chief of Police
Oath of office were administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Rochel Smith was present.
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V.
MINUTES
A.
Approve the August 2, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:10:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the August 2, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Amendment to Labor Allocations Levels – 5 positions
from Business Unit 4261007 (00:10:45)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-A Amendment to Labor Allocations
Levels – 5 positions from Business Unit 4261007, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Funds for a for a Onetime Start-Up
Payment of $90,036 for Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (OYLI) (00:19:36)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-B Approval of Use of Economic
Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for a for a One Time Start-Up
Payment of $90,036 for Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (OYLI) with one (1) correction [1) at line 26,
correct "sponsorship for the Tribal Housing Summit" to "a onetime start-up payment of $90,036 for
Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (OYLI)"], seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Nation Assistance Fund Application Submission
Period and Disbursement Time Frame for 2023 (00:23:39)
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-C Oneida Nation Assistance Fund
Application Submission Period and Disbursement Time Frame for 2023, seconded by David P. Jordan.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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D.
Adopt resolution entitled Elder Assistance Program Application Submission
Period and Disbursement Time Frame for 2023 (00:25:09)
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-D Elder Assistance Program Application
Submission Period and Disbursement Time Frame for 2023, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
E.
Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to BC Resolution # 11-10-21-E Obligation
for Government Infrastructure, American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Fiscal Recovery
Funds Lost Revenue (00:25:36)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-E Amendments to BC Resolution # 11-1021-E Obligation for Government Infrastructure, American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Fiscal Recovery
Funds Lost Revenue, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
F.
Adopt resolution entitled Setting Supervision and Management of Direct Reports
to the Oneida Business Committee and Political Appointments (00:26:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-F Setting Supervision and Management of
Direct Reports to the Oneida Business Committee and Political Appointments with two (2) noted
changes [1) at line 51, correct “follow” to “following”; and 2) at line 84, correct “Monday” to “Sunday”],
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
G.
Adopt the resolution entitled Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
(00:28:39)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 9:31 a.m.
Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 9:38 a.m.
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to forward to the Legislative Operating Committee for reconsideration
and to consider bringing forward to General Tribal Council, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
withdrawn.
Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt resolution entitled 08-23-23-G Adoption of the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan Law and to have it brought back to the Legislative Operating Committee in one (1) year
for review, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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VII.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Anna John Resident Centered
Care Community Board (01:31:26)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Councilman Daniel Guzman King left at 10:06 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint Shirley Schuyler to the Anna
John Resident Centered Care Community Board with a term ending July 31, 2027, seconded by David
P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
B.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board
of Managers (01:32:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and appoint Leslie Wheelock to the Oneida
ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers with a term ending June 30, 2026, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
VIII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the July 31, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:32:34)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the July 31, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the August 14, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:32:57)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the August 14, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
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B.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the July 18, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (01:33:17)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the July 18, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
For the record: Councilman Kirby Metoxen stated, I was out on travel.
2.
Accept the August 3, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (01:33:46)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the August 3, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the Legislative Operating Committee 2020-2023 end of term report
(01:34:08)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Legislative Operating Committee 2020-2023 end of term report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
IX.
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Approve the travel report - Secretary Lisa Liggins - Emerging Trends in Tribal
Enrollment - Albuquerque, NM - April 24-27, 2023 (01:39:01)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Councilman Daniel Guzman King returned at 10:16 a.m.
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the travel report from Secretary Lisa Liggins for the Emerging
Trends in Tribal Enrollment in Albuquerque, NM - April 24-27, 2023, seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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B.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Annual American Indian
Tourism Conference - Funner, CA - October 23-28, 2022 (01:39:34)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the Annual
American Indian Tourism Conference in Funner, CA - October 23-28, 2022, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
C.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Indian Gaming Tradeshow
& Convention - San Diego, CA - March 27-31, 2023 (01:40:16)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the Indian
Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in San Diego, CA - March 27-31, 2023, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
D.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - North American
Indigenous Games - Halifax, NS - July 15-19, 2023 (01:40:40)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the North
American Indigenous Games in Halifax, NS - July 15-19, 2023, seconded by Daniel Guzman King.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
E.
Approve the travel report - Councilman David P. Jordan - Center for Indigenous
Innovation and Health Equity (CIIHE) Tribal Advisory Committee meeting Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - June 28-29, 2023 (01:42:34)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Councilman David P. Jordan for the Center for
Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity (CIIHE) Tribal Advisory Committee meeting in Oklahoma
City, OK - July 15-19, 2023, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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X.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Government Accountability
Office (GAO) Tribal Advisory Council (TAC) - Oklahoma - September 18-21, 2023
(01:43:04)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the travel request for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Tribal Advisory Council (TAC) in Oklahoma - September 1821, 2023, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
B.
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Democratic Senatorial
Campaign Committee Retreat - Solvang, CA - October 5-7, 2023 (01:43:30)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the travel request for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Retreat in Solvang, CA - October 5-7, 2023, seconded by
David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
C.
Approve the travel request - Oneida Business Committee - National Congress of
American Indians (NCAI) Convention & Marketplace - New Orleans, LA - November
12-17, 2023 (01:43:54)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the travel request for Oneida Business Committee to attend the
National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Convention & Marketplace in New Orleans, LA November 12-17, 2023, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
D.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis,
WI - August 4-6, 2023 (01:49:35)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by David P. Jordan to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel
request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, WI August 4-6, 2023, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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E.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the failed approval of the travel
request in accordance with §219.16-1. - Cultural Heritage - four (4) employees Belleville, Ontario - August 2-5, 2023 (01:50:14)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the failed approval of the
travel request in accordance with §219.16-1. - Cultural Heritage - four (4) employees - Belleville,
Ontario - August 2-5, 2023, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
F.
Approve the travel request - Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens - Indian Gaming
Association (IGA) Mid-Year Conference & Expo - Ledyard, CT - September 10-12,
2023 (01:51:03)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the travel request for up to three (3) council members to attend
the Indian Gaming Association Mid-Year Conference and Expo - Ledyard, CT - September 10-12,
2023, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
XI.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Accept the 2023 General Election final report and declare the official results
(01:52:58)
Sponsor: Tina Skenandore, Chair/Oneida Election Board
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the 2023 General Election final report and declare the official
results, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Secretary to forward the 2023 Primary Election final report and
2023 General Election final report to the appropriate entities to address the issues of concern identified
in each of the reports, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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B.
Approve the revised 2023 and new 2024 Oneida Business Committee Standing
Meeting Schedule2 (01:56:54)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the revised 2023 and new 2024 Oneida Business Committee
Standing Meeting Schedule, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
C.
Approve the job descriptions for job # 03104, 03113, 03340, 03341, 03342
(02:03:26)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the job descriptions for job # 03113, 03340, 03341, 03342 and
to approve job # 03104 with one (1) noted change [1) under the Standard Qualifications section, delete
“15. A valid driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance is
required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license within thirty (30)
days of employment if applicant has an out of state driver’s license. Must be authorized as eligible to
operate a Personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation’s Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet
Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of
employment.”], seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Executive Director of HRD, Chief Counsel, and the Chief Financial
Officer to bring back a recommendation on how to address the standard qualification of driver’s license
and driver certification within the Nation’s job descriptions no later than the November 2, 2023, BC
Work Session, seconded by seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
D.
Post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Gaming Commission (02:24:58)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to post one (1) vacancy - Oneida Gaming Commission, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins stated, In accordance with the Oneida Nation Gaming
Ordinance, this vacancy will be posted and an appointment will be made for the remainder of the term
by the Oneida Business Committee.
2 The approved schedule included a regular Business Committee meeting on a holiday. That meeting will be adjusted
accordingly.
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E.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding granted express permission to
Finance Administration to enter the Trust Enrollment fund unit FY-2024 budget
pursuant to § 121.5-4(2) of the Budget and Finances law (02:25:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding granted express permission
to Finance Administration to enter the Trust Enrollment fund unit FY-2024 budget pursuant to § 121.54(2) of the Budget and Finances law, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
F.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved nomination of
Jennifer Webster to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee and Debra Danforth as
her authorized representative, and authorization of Chairman Tehassi Hill to sign
the nomination letter (02:26:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved nomination of
Jennifer Webster to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee and Debra Danforth as her authorized
representative, and authorization of Chairman Tehassi Hill to sign the nomination letter, seconded by
Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
XII.
REPORTS
A.
OPERATIONAL
1.
Accept the Emergency Management FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:27:11)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Emergency Management FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
B.
ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS
1.
Accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:29:24)
Sponsor: Sacheen Lawrence, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the Oneida Nation School Board FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:29:52)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 3rd quarter report
(02:30:18)
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:30:40)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded
by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:31:04)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
D.
STANDING COMMITTEES
1.
Accept the Community Development Planning Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter
report (02:31:28)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Community Development Planning Committee FY-2023 3rd
quarter report, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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2.
Accept the Finance Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:31:52)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Finance Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report
(02:32:11)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Legislative Operating Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the Quality of Life Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:32:31)
Sponsor: Daniel Guzman King, Councilman
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Quality of Life Committee FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
XIII.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Approve the notice and materials for the October 8, 2023, tentatively scheduled
special General Tribal Council meeting (02:32:53)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the notice and materials for the October 8, 2023, tentatively
scheduled special General Tribal Council meeting with one (1) noted change [1) to correct the number
of seating capacity], seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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XIV.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (02:35:43)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the General Manager report (02:36:05)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
August 2023 report (02:36:18)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and SelfGovernance August 2023 report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the request for the nomination of Debra Danforth to the Great
Lakes Area Tribal Health Board and authorize Chairman Tehassi Hill to sign the nomination letter,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Abstained:
Daniel Guzman King
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the Chief Financial Officer August 2023 report (02:36:55)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Chief Financial Officer August 2023 report, seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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5.
Accept the Executive HR Director FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:37:11)
Sponsor: Todd VanDen Heuvel, Executive HR Director
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Executive HR Director FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
6.
Accept the Retail General Manager FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:37:28)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Retail General Manager FY-2023 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
7.
Accept the Security Director FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:37:41)
Sponsor: Katsitsityo Danforth, Security Director
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Security Director FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
8.
Accept the Treasurer's July 2023 report (02:37:55)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Treasurer's July 2023 report, seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
9.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 3rd quarter executive report
(02:38:09)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 3rd quarter executive
report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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10.
Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 3rd quarter executive
report (02:38:25)
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 3rd quarter
executive report, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
11.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 3rd quarter executive report
(02:38:42)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 3rd quarter executive report,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
12.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 3rd quarter executive report
(02:38:57)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 3rd quarter executive report,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
13.
Accept the Business Analyst FY-2023 3rd quarter report (02:39:12)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Business Analyst FY-2023 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
B.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Accept the August 1, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:39:27)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the August 1, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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2.
Accept the September 6, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:39:42)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the September 6, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the October 10, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:40:01)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the October 10, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the October 31, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:40:12)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the October 31, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
5.
Accept the December 5, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:40:24)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the December 5, 2022, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
6.
Accept the January 3, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:40:37)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the January 3, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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7.
Accept the March 7, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes (02:40:49)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the March 7, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
8.
Accept the April 3, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes (02:41:00)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the April 3, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
9.
Accept the May 1, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes (02:41:12)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the May 1, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
10.
Accept the June 15, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes
(02:41:23)
Sponsor: Danelle Wilson, Executive Assistant
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the June 15, 2023, Business Committee Officer meeting notes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
11.
Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Anna John Resident Centered Care
Community Board (02:41:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion for the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
Board vacancy as information, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
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12.
Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of
Managers (02:41:49)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion for the Oneida ESC Group, LLC - Board of Managers
vacancy as information, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
13.
Review memorandum and determine next steps regarding DR17-03 (02:42:08)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion as information, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
XV.
ADJOURN (02:42:23)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn at 11:18 a.m., seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Opposed:
Daniel Guzman King
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Jennifer Webster
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Adopt resolution entitled Reaffirming the Oneida Nation’s declaration it does not have access to Classified
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Oneida ESC Group
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Operations
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
John Breuninger, President/OESC Board of Managers
Primary Requestor:
Jeff House, Oneida ESC Group
Revised: 04/25/2023
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Dear Oneida Business Committee:
Our customer, the United States Government, has a requirement that if one of its
contractors/vendors etc hold or have access to secret, top secret and confidential information, the
vendor must take precautions to make sure that information remains secret, top secret and
confidential. Therefore, prior to bidding on contracts that require a security clearance for access to
secret, top secret and confidential information, all levels of the operation, including ownership, pass
resolutions affirming that they will not require access to that information.
The attached resolution, attempt to spell out the requirement for the affirmation.
Please advise if you any questions, comments or concerns.
Regards,
Jeff
Jeffrey S House
President / CEO
920-884-3968
920-606-6690
jhouse@oescgroup.com
Oneida ESC Group
2555 Packerland Drive
Green Bay WI 54313
www.oescgroup.com
To build lasting value to the Oneida Nation, employees, and clients by being a reputable, profitable
and expanding provider of A/E/C and other professional services.
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Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Reaffirming the Oneida Nation’s Declaration it does not have access to Classified Information
Maintained by Oneida ESC Group, LLC and Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, as well as
its Subsidiaries
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
Oneida ESC Group, LLC (OESC), a wholly owned Holding company of the Oneida Nation
that delivers customer-focused engineering, science, and construction services to a variety
of customers including governmental entities such as the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
OESC and its subsidiaries may have access to confidential and sensitive information that
does not belong to OESC and its subsidiaries; and
WHEREAS,
OESC and its subsidiaries report consolidated business and financial results to the Oneida
Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee is aware that OESC and its subsidiaries may have access
to customer’s confidential information and that OESC and its subsidiaries must maintain
the integrity of confidential information, which includes classified information related to
those business activities; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee desires to reaffirm and recommit its agreement with the
inaccessibility to business information and activities that are considered classified; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee declares its reaffirmation that
officials of the Oneida Nation, N7210 Seminary Road, Oneida, WI 54155, the parent organization of Oneida
ESC Group, LLC, 1033 N. Mayfair Road, Suite 200, Milwaukee, WI 53226, shall not require and shall not
have access to classified information in the custody of Oneida ESC Group, LLC and Sustainment &
Restoration Services, LLC, a subsidiary organization of Oneida ESC Group, LLC
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, classified information is material that the United States of America deems to
be sensitive information that must be protected. Access to classified information is restricted by law or
regulation to particular groups of people with the necessary security clearance and need to know. Any
intentional mishandling of the material can incur criminal penalties.
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
Statement of Effect
Reaffirming the Oneida Nation’s Declaration It Does Not Have Access to Classified Information
Maintained by Oneida ESC Group, LLC and SRS, as well as its Subsidiaries
Summary
This resolution provides that officials of the Oneida Nation, the parent organization of Oneida ESC
Group, LLC, shall not require and shall not have access to classified information in the custody of
Oneida ESC Group, LLC and Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, a subsidiary organization
of Oneida ESC Group, LLC.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: September 8, 2023
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
Oneida ESC Group, LLC, is a wholly owned holding company of the Oneida Nation that delivers
customer-focused engineering, science, and construction services to a variety of customers
including governmental entities such as the United States of America. Oneida ESC Group, LLC
and its subsidiaries may have access to confidential and sensitive information that does not belong
to Oneida ESC Group, LLC and its subsidiaries. Oneida ESC Group, LLC and its subsidiaries
report consolidated business and financial results to the Oneida Nation. This resolution provides
that the Oneida Business Committee is aware that Oneida ESC Group, LLC and its subsidiaries
may have access to customer’s confidential information and that Oneida ESC Group, LLC and its
subsidiaries must maintain the integrity of confidential information, which includes classified
information related to those business activities. The Oneida Business Committee desires to
reaffirm and recommit its agreement with the inaccessibility to business information and activities
that are considered classified.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee declares its reaffirmation
that officials of the Oneida Nation, the parent organization of Oneida ESC Group, LLC, shall not
require and shall not have access to classified information in the custody of Oneida ESC Group,
LLC and Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, a subsidiary organization of Oneida ESC
Group, LLC.
The resolution defines classified information as material that the United States of America deems
to be sensitive information that must be protected. The resolution further states that access to
classified information is restricted by law or regulation to particular groups of people with the
necessary security clearance and need to know, and intentional mishandling of the material can
incur criminal penalties.
Currently, the Nation does not have any laws in place that its address corporate entities. Through
the adoption of resolution BC-11-28-18-C, Re-Affirmation of the Independence of Oneida ESC
Group, LLC, the Oneida Business Committee did previously recognize the independence of the
corporate entity, Oneida ESC Group, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, and acknowledge and assert
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that any use of the Nation’s assets would be through the use of contracts with the appropriate
compensation. The Oneida Business Committee then adopted resolution BC-09-04-19-A,
Reaffirming the Oneida Nation’s declaration it does not have access to Classified Information
maintained by Oneida ESC Group, LLC, and Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, as well
as its subsidiaries, which declared that officials of the Oneida Nation, the parent organization of
Oneida ESC Group, LLC, shall not require and shall not have access to classified information in
the custody of Sustainment & Restoration Services, LLC, a subsidiary organization of Oneida ESC
Group, LLC.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Adopt resolution entitled Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve and adopt liaison assignment resolutions.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Memo, resolutions and back up information
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Melinda J. Danforth, Director
Intergovernmental Affairs
DATE:
September 6, 2023
SUBJECT:
Liaison and Designated Representative Assignments – Resolutions
As requested, attached are the resolutions related to assigning liaisons and
representatives to various internal and external entities and governmental entities for
the Oneida Business Committee term 2023-2026.
Background
On September 5, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee selected their liaison
assignments for the 2023-2026 Business Committee term. The Business Committee
acknowledged that the 09-24-14-C Business Committee resolution entitled
“Appointment of Liaison Responsibilities for Organization Entities” will serve as the
guidance for executing the roles and responsibilities of each of the respective liaison
responsibilities.
The following resolutions have been provided for adoption.
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Assignment to Standing Committees
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal
Entities or Agencies
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation
Recognition of Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as
Individuals
Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
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Action Requested:
1. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
2. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or
Federal Entities or Agencies”
3. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida
Nation
4. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation”
5. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Recognition of
Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as Individuals”
6. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the National Congress of
American Indians”
7. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the Indian Gaming
Association”
If you have further questions, please contact me.
Attachments:
BC Resolutions
Annotated List of Liaison Assignments
BC Resolution 09-24-14-C
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Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
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 Indian Gaming Association (IGA) is “a voluntary association composed of
member Tribes and associate members representing federally recognized Tribal
governments, gaming Tribes, Rancherias, Bands and businesses engaged in gaming
enterprises in Indian Country”; and
WHEREAS,
“the primary objectives of IGA are:
1. to advance the lives of Indian peoples economically, socially and politically,
2. to promote, protect and preserve the general welfare and interest of Indian gaming
tribes through the development of sounds policies and practices with respect to the
conduct of gaming activities in Indian Country,
3. to assist in the dissemination of information to the Indian gaming community, federal
government and general public on issues related to the conduct of gaming in Indian
Country,
4. to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming in Indian Country, and
5. to maintain, protect and advocate tribal sovereignty”; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is in good standing with IGA having paid the annual dues on a timely
basis;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee reconfirms its support of
the Indian Gaming Association and its purposes.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Vice Chairman, is designated
as the delegate of the Nation to Indian Gaming Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee hereby appoints Tehassi tasi Hill,
Chairman, as the Oneida Nation alternate delegate to the Indian Gaming Association.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the delegate and alternate delegate appointments will remain in effect
until modified by resolution.
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August 15, 2023
Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal Entities or Agencies
Entity
Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce1
http://www.greatergbc.org/
Greater Green Bay Convention & Visitors
Liaison
Local Government Relations
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
Appointed Member: Jeff House
Appointed Member: Steve Ninham
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https://www.greenbay.com/
Service and Cooperative Agreements:
Ashwaubenon, Village of
Brown, County of
Green Bay, City of
Oneida, Town of
Outagamie, County of
NEW North, Inc.3
GB Neighborhood Associations
Agency
Department of Administration
https://doa.wi.gov/
Department of Agriculture, Trade and
Consumer Protection
https://datcp.wi.gov/
Department of Corrections
https://doc.wi.gov/
Department of Financial Institutions
https://dfi.wi.gov/
Department of Health Services
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Justice
https://www.doj.state.wi.us/
Department of Natural Resources
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Revenue
https://www.revenue.wi.gov/
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The City of Green Bay has a total of 43 Neighborhood Associations that act as a voice for the neighborhood residents and an official link to local government
and the larger community. Their goal is to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods and advance initiatives and changes in their community. The
Nation has established relationships with the two primary neighborhood associations.
Technical Advisor: Tana Aguirre or Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs
Liaison
Liaison is Intergovernmental Affairs
Liaison is Intergovernmental Affairs
Oneida Nation does not currently have a board member position.
State Government Relations
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
DOA assists the governor to develop and implement the state budget and to support other state agencies and their programs by offering services such as
centralized purchasing and financial management.
DATCP’s mission is to partner with all the citizens of Wisconsin to grow the economy by promoting quality food, healthy plants and animals, sound use of land
and water resources, and a fair marketplace.
DOC is an administrative department in the executive branch of the state of Wisconsin responsible for corrections in Wisconsin, including state prisons and
community supervision.
DFI is an agency of the Wisconsin state government responsible for state regulation of financial institutions and educating the public about financial issues.
DHS mission is to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin.
DOJ is a state law enforcement agency with jurisdiction throughout the state of Wisconsin. It is headed by the WI Attorney General.
The DNR is charged with conserving and managing Wisconsin's natural resources.
DOR is responsible for the administration of all tax laws, as well as valuing property and overseeing the wholesale distribution of alcoholic beverages and
enforcement of liquor laws
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Department of Tourism
https://www.industry.travelwisconsin.com/
Department of Transportation
https://wisconsindot.gov/
Department of Workforce Development
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Children & Families
https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/
WI Housing & Economic Development
Authority
https://www.wheda.com/
Public Service Commission
www.psc.wi.gov
MMIW Task Force
https://www.doj.state.wi.us/missing-andmurdered-indigenous-women-task-force
Department of Public Instruction
https://dpi.wi.gov/
Entity
Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc.
http://www.glitc.org/
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-B
Subcommittee
Tribal Repatriations Committee
Corina Williams
Robert Brown
The WI Department of Tourism is responsible for marketing and promoting the state as a travel destination.
WisDOT is responsible for planning, building and maintaining the state's highways.
DWD responsible for providing services to Wisconsin workers, employers, and job-seekers to meet Wisconsin's workforce needs.
DCF provides or oversees county administration of programs to assist children and families. Those include assistance for children in need of protection or
services, adoption and foster care services, the licensing of facilities that provide out-of-home care for children, background investigations of child caregivers,
child abuse and neglect investigations, and community-based juvenile justice services. DCF also administers the Wisconsin Works (W-2) public assistance
program, including the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy program, the YoungStar child care quality improvement program, the child support enforcement
and paternity establishment program, and programs related to the federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) income support program. The
department works to ensure that families have access to high quality and affordable early childhood care and education and administers the licensing and
regulation of child care centers.
WHEDA’s mission is to help WI thrive by expanding access to affordable housing choices. WHEDA works closely with lenders, developers, local governments,
nonprofits, community groups and others to implement low cost financing programs.
Jennifer Webster
currently serving
The Public Service Commission was established by the 1907 Public Utilities Law to regulate public utilities. The Commission ensures safe, reliable, affordable,
and environmentally responsible utility services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.
The WI MMIW Task Force is charged with helping fight the abduction, homicide, violence and trafficking of Indigenous women in Wisconsin.
The task force plans to focus on examining the factors that contribute to missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW) and the
response from social service organizations, understanding the roles federal, state and tribal jurisdictions play, and improving and
implementing robust data collection and reporting methods.
The Department of Public Instruction is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Their mission is to advance equitable,
transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop productive learners, schools, libraries and communities in Wisconsin.
Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Membership Representation
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
GLITC supplements the member tribes’ own efforts through development and operation of health and human service programs, education
programs, and economic development programs in the reservation communities it serves. Intergovernmental relations and policy
decisions find an intertribal discussion forum through GLITC. However, through long-standing custom, public comment and policy
implementation is reserved for the member tribes through their own elected representatives.
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*Prior term resolutions: # BC-09-27-17-A
Hobart, Ashwaubenon, Lawrence, Oneida (HALO)
Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes
http://www.m-a-s-t.org/
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Monthly meeting between the Nation and local municipalities to discuss local issues.
Our mission is to advance, protect, preserve, and enhance the mutual interests, treaty rights, sovereignty, and cultural way of life of the
sovereign nations of the Midwest throughout the 21st century.
National Congress of American Indians
http://www.ncai.org/
*Prior term resolutions: # BC-08-30-17-E, # BC-09-12-18-A, # BC-10-0919-E
National Indian Gaming Association
http://www.indiangaming.org/
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-F
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
NCAI Mission: Protect and enhance treaty and sovereign rights; Secure our traditional laws, cultures, and ways of life for our descendants;
Promote a common understanding of the rightful place of tribes in the family of American governments; Improve the quality of life for
Native communities and peoples.
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Natural Resource Damage Assessment Council
https://darrp.noaa.gov/about-darrp/natural-resource-damageassessment
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-H
USDA Tribal Advisory Committee4
https://www.usda.gov/tribalrelations/advisory-committee
Regional Tribal Operations Committee
https://www.epa.gov/tribal/region-5-tribal-program
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-I
CMS Tribal Technical Advisory Group
https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/American-IndianAlaska-Native/AIAN/Tribal-Technical-Advisory-Group.html
Prior term resolutions: # BC-10-09-19-D
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
The mission of NIGA is to protect and preserve the general welfare of tribes striving for self-sufficiency through gaming enterprises in
Indian Country. To fulfill its mission, NIGA works with the Federal government and Congress to develop sound policies and practices and to
provide technical assistance and advocacy on gaming-related issues. In addition, NIGA seeks to maintain and protect Indian sovereign
governmental authority in Indian Country.
Alternate: Nicole Rommel, Director of Environmental, Health & Safety, Land & Agriculture
U.S. Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Committee
https://www.gao.gov/about/what-gao-does/tribal-and-indigenousadvisory-council
Wisconsin Special Committee on State Tribal Relations
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/misc/lc/study/2020/2079
*Prior term resolutions: # BC-08-30-17-J
Wisconsin Minority Health Leadership Counsel
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/minorityhealth/councilsandworkgroups/leadershipcouncil.htm
Wisconsin Religious Practices Advisory Committee
https://doc.wi.gov/
Wisconsin Tribal Labor Advisory Committee
https://wisdottribaltaskforce.org/tribal-labor-advisory-committee-tlac/
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Marlon Skenandore,
Council Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Jennifer Webster,
Council Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Lisa Liggins
Jennifer Webster*
USDA Tribal Advisory Committee is authorized under the 2018 Farm Bill and its mission is to provide invaluable recommendations on
USDA programs and policies, including through an annual report to Congress.
EPA’s policy is to consult on a government-to-government basis with federally recognized tribes when EPA actions and decisions may
affect tribal interests.
Technical Advisor: to be named
Appointed Member: Dave Larsen, Director of Continuum of Care
Technical Advisors:
Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager
Debbie Danforth, Division Director, Community Health
Kelly McAndrews, Jim Bittorf
GAO TAC will advise GAO on vital and emerging issues affecting Tribes and Indigenous peoples for the purpose of informing GAO’s
strategic goals and priorities with respect to the agency’s work evaluating federal programs serving Tribes and related topics.
Technical Advisor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
The committee is directed to study issues relating to American Indians and the American Indian tribes and bands in this state and develop
specific recommendations and legislative proposals relating to these issues. [s. 13.83 (3), Stats.]
Technical Advisor: Tana Aguirre, Intergovernmental Affairs
The mission of the Council shall be to advocate for the elimination of health disparities and to give a voice to health issues affecting racial
and ethnic minority populations in Wisconsin.
*Appointed by WMHLC
The Division of Adult Institutions shall ensure incarcerated inmates have opportunities to pursue lawful practices of the religion of their
choice consistent with security practices and principles; rehabilitative goals; health and safety; allocation of limited resources; and the
responsibilities and needs of the correctional facilities.
The Tribal Labor Advisory Committee (TLAC) initiative ultimately aims to develop strategies to enhance Native American labor
opportunities on state and federal highway projects, as well as all other labor projects, by offering training, job matching, placement and
ongoing technical support.
Technical Advisors:
Troy Parr & Tana Aguirre
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Centers for Disease Control Tribal Advisory Committee
https://www.cdc.gov/tribal/consultation-support/tac/
Jennifer Webster,
Primary Delegate
Indian Health Service Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee
https://www.tribalselfgov.org/advisory-committees/tsgac/
Jennifer Webster,
Primary Delegate –
Bemidji Area
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary’s Tribal
Advisory Committee
https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/iea/tribal-affairs/aboutstac/index.html
Jennifer Webster,
Alternate Delegate –
Bemidji Area
U.S. Department of Interior Self-Governance PROGRESS Act Negotiated
Rulemaking Committee
https://www.bia.gov/service/progress-act/committees
Jenifer Webster,
Alternate
U.S. Census Bureau Tribal Relations Specialist
Jennifer Webster,
https://www.census.gov/about/cong-gov-affairs/intergovernmentalPrimary Delegate –
Bemidji Area5
affairs/tribal-aian/about.html
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority
Prior term: David
Health Tribal Advisory Committee
Jordan6
https://www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=3&lvlid=133
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for
Jennifer webster,
Children and Families Tribal Advisory Committee
Primary Delegate –
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/tribal-affairs/committees
Bemidji Area
Great Lakes Area Tribal Health Board
Prior term: Daniel
https://glathb.org/
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Governor’s Council on Equity & Inclusion
Laura LaitenenWarren8
North American Indigenous Games – Team Wisconsin
http://www.naigcouncil.com/
*Prior term resolution: March 28, 2018, XV(F)(10), p. 16; July 25-26,
2018, XI(C), p. 5
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Indian Health Service
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GEIAC provides strategic guidance to the governor, lieutenant governor, and Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary in developing
a sustainable framework to promote and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion practices across Wisconsin state government.
The North American Indigenous Games is a multi-sport event and cultural celebration involving Indigenous athletes from across North
America staged intermittently since 1990. The dream to hold a “Games for the Indigenous Peoples” of North America began in the 1970s.
The first edition of the Games was held in Edmonton, Alberta in 1990. The NAIG Council was formed between 1992 and 1993, a 26member council of representatives from 13 provinces and territories in Canada and 13 regions in the United States. The vision was to
improve the quality of life for Indigenous Peoples by supporting self-determined sports and cultural activities which encourage equal
access to participation in the social / cultural / spiritual fabric of the community in which they reside, and which respects Indigenous
distinctiveness.
Federal Government – Self-Governance Contracts
Staff Contact
Liaison
Debbie Danforth, Division Director, Community Health
Internal contact designation.
To be determined whether to submit a recommendation for appointment.
To be determined whether to submit a recommendation for appointment.
Appointed by Business Committee
The Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) advises CDC/ATSDR on policy issues and broad strategies that may significantly affect American
Indian/Alaska Native communities. The TAC will assist CDC/ATSDR in fulfilling its mission to promote health and quality of life by
preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability through established and ongoing relationships and advice.
The TSGAC provides a forum for Tribal and Federal officials to discuss issues related to Tribal administration of Federal programs and
services, exchange ideas, and develop solutions intended to improve Self-Governance and enhance the Tribal-Federal partnership. The
TSGAC advises the IHS Director and the Director of the Office of Tribal Self-Governance on issues and concerns pertaining to Tribal SelfGovernance and the implementation of the Self-Governance within the IHS. The TSGAC represents Self-Governance Tribes by acting on
their behalf to clarify issues that affect all compacting tribes specific to issues affecting the delivery of health care of American Indian and
Alaska Natives.
The STAC’s primary purpose is to seek consensus, exchange views, share information, provide advice and/or recommendations; or
facilitate any other interaction related to intergovernmental responsibilities or administration of HHS programs, including those that arise
explicitly or implicitly under statute, regulation or Executive Order. This purpose will be accomplished through forums, meetings and
conversations between Federal officials and elected Tribal leaders in their official capacity (or their designated employees or national
associations with authority to act on their behalf).
The Committee will negotiate and advise the Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) through the Office of Self-Governance and the Assistant
Secretary - Indian Affairs to develop the text of a proposed rule to implement Title IV of the Indian Self-Determination and Education
Assistance Act (ISDEAA) regarding the Tribal Self-Governance Program as amended by the PROGRESS Act. It is anticipated that the
proposed rule developed by the Committee will revise the current regulations implementing the Tribal Self-Governance Program codified
at 25 C.F.R. Part 1000 to amend, delete, and add provisions as appropriate to implement the PROGRESS Act.
Within the Intergovernmental Affairs Office, the Tribal Affairs Liaison works directly with tribal governments on matters of policy,
legislative concerns and correspondence at the Census Bureau Director's level to provide updates on Census Bureau products, programs,
and initiatives.
The HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH) supports the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity (CIIHE) to advance sustainable
solutions to address health disparities and advance health equity among American Indian and Alaska Native (Al/AN) and Native Hawaiian
and Pacific Islander (NHPI) populations.
The ACF TAC’s primary purpose is to seek consensus, exchange views, share information, provide advice and/or recommendations; or
facilitate any other interaction related to intergovernmental responsibilities or administration of ACF programs, including those that arise
explicitly or implicitly under statute, regulation, or Executive Order.
GLATHB promotes the advancement of access and funding of health services to the Great Lakes Area Tribes.
Purpose/Support
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Bureau of Indian Affairs
Government-to-Government Relations
Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance
Melinda Danforth, Director, IGAC
The Self-Governance Liaison is the primary governmental official
participating in self-governance contract negotiations and
meetings.
Technical Advisor: Brandon Wisneski
Legal: Jim Bittorf
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Adopt resolution entitled Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve and adopt liaison assignment resolutions.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Memo, resolutions and back up information
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Melinda J. Danforth, Director
Intergovernmental Affairs
DATE:
September 6, 2023
SUBJECT:
Liaison and Designated Representative Assignments – Resolutions
As requested, attached are the resolutions related to assigning liaisons and
representatives to various internal and external entities and governmental entities for
the Oneida Business Committee term 2023-2026.
Background
On September 5, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee selected their liaison
assignments for the 2023-2026 Business Committee term. The Business Committee
acknowledged that the 09-24-14-C Business Committee resolution entitled
“Appointment of Liaison Responsibilities for Organization Entities” will serve as the
guidance for executing the roles and responsibilities of each of the respective liaison
responsibilities.
The following resolutions have been provided for adoption.
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Assignment to Standing Committees
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal
Entities or Agencies
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation
Recognition of Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as
Individuals
Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
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Action Requested:
1. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
2. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or
Federal Entities or Agencies”
3. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida
Nation
4. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation”
5. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Recognition of
Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as Individuals”
6. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the National Congress of
American Indians”
7. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the Indian Gaming
Association”
If you have further questions, please contact me.
Attachments:
BC Resolutions
Annotated List of Liaison Assignments
BC Resolution 09-24-14-C
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
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Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
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 goal of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is “to protect and enhance
treaty and sovereign rights; secure our traditional laws, cultures, and ways of life for our
descendants; promote a common understanding of the rightful place of tribes in the
family of American governments; and improve the quality of life for Native communities
and peoples;” and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation wishes to become a member in good standing in the National
Congress of American Indians; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation meets all the requirements for Tribal membership pursuant to Article II,
Section 1(b), of both the Constitution and By-Laws of the National Congress of American
Indians;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee reconfirms its support of
the National Congress of American Indians.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee, which is the official governing body
of the Oneida Nation, hereby authorizes its principal official Tehassi Hill, Chairman to take the necessary
action to place the Oneida Nation in membership in National Congress of American Indians.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the funds for the Tribal membership dues scheduled to be paid the
National Congress of America be paid for membership in National Congress of American Indians.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that based on tribal citizenry of 17,196 (as of September 6, 2023)
persons, the Oneida Nation shall have the appropriate votes assigned in accordance with Article IV,
Section 3, of the National Congress of American Indians Constitution.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that pursuant to Article V, Section 2, of the National Congress of American
Indians Constitution, the Oneida Nation designates the following named persons as Delegate and
Alternate Delegate(s) and instructs them to become individual members in good standing in National
Congress of American Indians in order to fulfill their responsibilities as official delegates to the National
Congress of American Indians Annual Convention, Mid-Year Conference and Executive Council
Meetings.
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Delegate Tehassi Hill, Chairman
/s/ Tehassi Hill
Alternate Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens, Vice-Chairman
/s/ Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Alternate Lisa Liggins, Secretary
/s/ Lisa Liggins
Alternate Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
/s/ Lawrence Barton
Alternate Jameson Wilson, Councilmember
/s/ Jameson Wilson
Alternate Jennifer Webster, Councilmember
/s/ Jennifer Webster
Alternate Marlon Skenandore, Councilmember
/s/ Marlon Skenandore
Alternate Kirby Metoxen, Councilmember
/s/ Kirby Metoxen
Alternate Jonas Hill, Councilmember
/s/ Jonas Hill
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the delegate and alternate delegate appointments will remain in effect
until modified by resolution.
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Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal Entities or Agencies
Entity
Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce1
http://www.greatergbc.org/
Greater Green Bay Convention & Visitors
Liaison
Local Government Relations
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
Appointed Member: Jeff House
Appointed Member: Steve Ninham
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https://www.greenbay.com/
Service and Cooperative Agreements:
Ashwaubenon, Village of
Brown, County of
Green Bay, City of
Oneida, Town of
Outagamie, County of
NEW North, Inc.3
GB Neighborhood Associations
Agency
Department of Administration
https://doa.wi.gov/
Department of Agriculture, Trade and
Consumer Protection
https://datcp.wi.gov/
Department of Corrections
https://doc.wi.gov/
Department of Financial Institutions
https://dfi.wi.gov/
Department of Health Services
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Justice
https://www.doj.state.wi.us/
Department of Natural Resources
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Revenue
https://www.revenue.wi.gov/
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The City of Green Bay has a total of 43 Neighborhood Associations that act as a voice for the neighborhood residents and an official link to local government
and the larger community. Their goal is to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods and advance initiatives and changes in their community. The
Nation has established relationships with the two primary neighborhood associations.
Technical Advisor: Tana Aguirre or Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs
Liaison
Liaison is Intergovernmental Affairs
Liaison is Intergovernmental Affairs
Oneida Nation does not currently have a board member position.
State Government Relations
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
DOA assists the governor to develop and implement the state budget and to support other state agencies and their programs by offering services such as
centralized purchasing and financial management.
DATCP’s mission is to partner with all the citizens of Wisconsin to grow the economy by promoting quality food, healthy plants and animals, sound use of land
and water resources, and a fair marketplace.
DOC is an administrative department in the executive branch of the state of Wisconsin responsible for corrections in Wisconsin, including state prisons and
community supervision.
DFI is an agency of the Wisconsin state government responsible for state regulation of financial institutions and educating the public about financial issues.
DHS mission is to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin.
DOJ is a state law enforcement agency with jurisdiction throughout the state of Wisconsin. It is headed by the WI Attorney General.
The DNR is charged with conserving and managing Wisconsin's natural resources.
DOR is responsible for the administration of all tax laws, as well as valuing property and overseeing the wholesale distribution of alcoholic beverages and
enforcement of liquor laws
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Department of Tourism
https://www.industry.travelwisconsin.com/
Department of Transportation
https://wisconsindot.gov/
Department of Workforce Development
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/
Department of Children & Families
https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/
WI Housing & Economic Development
Authority
https://www.wheda.com/
Public Service Commission
www.psc.wi.gov
MMIW Task Force
https://www.doj.state.wi.us/missing-andmurdered-indigenous-women-task-force
Department of Public Instruction
https://dpi.wi.gov/
Entity
Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc.
http://www.glitc.org/
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-B
Subcommittee
Tribal Repatriations Committee
Corina Williams
Robert Brown
The WI Department of Tourism is responsible for marketing and promoting the state as a travel destination.
WisDOT is responsible for planning, building and maintaining the state's highways.
DWD responsible for providing services to Wisconsin workers, employers, and job-seekers to meet Wisconsin's workforce needs.
DCF provides or oversees county administration of programs to assist children and families. Those include assistance for children in need of protection or
services, adoption and foster care services, the licensing of facilities that provide out-of-home care for children, background investigations of child caregivers,
child abuse and neglect investigations, and community-based juvenile justice services. DCF also administers the Wisconsin Works (W-2) public assistance
program, including the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy program, the YoungStar child care quality improvement program, the child support enforcement
and paternity establishment program, and programs related to the federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) income support program. The
department works to ensure that families have access to high quality and affordable early childhood care and education and administers the licensing and
regulation of child care centers.
WHEDA’s mission is to help WI thrive by expanding access to affordable housing choices. WHEDA works closely with lenders, developers, local governments,
nonprofits, community groups and others to implement low cost financing programs.
Jennifer Webster
currently serving
The Public Service Commission was established by the 1907 Public Utilities Law to regulate public utilities. The Commission ensures safe, reliable, affordable,
and environmentally responsible utility services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.
The WI MMIW Task Force is charged with helping fight the abduction, homicide, violence and trafficking of Indigenous women in Wisconsin.
The task force plans to focus on examining the factors that contribute to missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW) and the
response from social service organizations, understanding the roles federal, state and tribal jurisdictions play, and improving and
implementing robust data collection and reporting methods.
The Department of Public Instruction is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Their mission is to advance equitable,
transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop productive learners, schools, libraries and communities in Wisconsin.
Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Membership Representation
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
GLITC supplements the member tribes’ own efforts through development and operation of health and human service programs, education
programs, and economic development programs in the reservation communities it serves. Intergovernmental relations and policy
decisions find an intertribal discussion forum through GLITC. However, through long-standing custom, public comment and policy
implementation is reserved for the member tribes through their own elected representatives.
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*Prior term resolutions: # BC-09-27-17-A
Hobart, Ashwaubenon, Lawrence, Oneida (HALO)
Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes
http://www.m-a-s-t.org/
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Monthly meeting between the Nation and local municipalities to discuss local issues.
Our mission is to advance, protect, preserve, and enhance the mutual interests, treaty rights, sovereignty, and cultural way of life of the
sovereign nations of the Midwest throughout the 21st century.
National Congress of American Indians
http://www.ncai.org/
*Prior term resolutions: # BC-08-30-17-E, # BC-09-12-18-A, # BC-10-0919-E
National Indian Gaming Association
http://www.indiangaming.org/
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-F
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
NCAI Mission: Protect and enhance treaty and sovereign rights; Secure our traditional laws, cultures, and ways of life for our descendants;
Promote a common understanding of the rightful place of tribes in the family of American governments; Improve the quality of life for
Native communities and peoples.
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Natural Resource Damage Assessment Council
https://darrp.noaa.gov/about-darrp/natural-resource-damageassessment
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-H
USDA Tribal Advisory Committee4
https://www.usda.gov/tribalrelations/advisory-committee
Regional Tribal Operations Committee
https://www.epa.gov/tribal/region-5-tribal-program
*Prior term resolution: # BC-08-30-17-I
CMS Tribal Technical Advisory Group
https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/American-IndianAlaska-Native/AIAN/Tribal-Technical-Advisory-Group.html
Prior term resolutions: # BC-10-09-19-D
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
The mission of NIGA is to protect and preserve the general welfare of tribes striving for self-sufficiency through gaming enterprises in
Indian Country. To fulfill its mission, NIGA works with the Federal government and Congress to develop sound policies and practices and to
provide technical assistance and advocacy on gaming-related issues. In addition, NIGA seeks to maintain and protect Indian sovereign
governmental authority in Indian Country.
Alternate: Nicole Rommel, Director of Environmental, Health & Safety, Land & Agriculture
U.S. Government Accountability Office Tribal Advisory Committee
https://www.gao.gov/about/what-gao-does/tribal-and-indigenousadvisory-council
Wisconsin Special Committee on State Tribal Relations
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/misc/lc/study/2020/2079
*Prior term resolutions: # BC-08-30-17-J
Wisconsin Minority Health Leadership Counsel
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/minorityhealth/councilsandworkgroups/leadershipcouncil.htm
Wisconsin Religious Practices Advisory Committee
https://doc.wi.gov/
Wisconsin Tribal Labor Advisory Committee
https://wisdottribaltaskforce.org/tribal-labor-advisory-committee-tlac/
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Nomination approved by motion August 2, 2023 – Marlon Skenandore
Marlon Skenandore,
Council Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Jennifer Webster,
Council Member
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Lisa Liggins
Jennifer Webster*
USDA Tribal Advisory Committee is authorized under the 2018 Farm Bill and its mission is to provide invaluable recommendations on
USDA programs and policies, including through an annual report to Congress.
EPA’s policy is to consult on a government-to-government basis with federally recognized tribes when EPA actions and decisions may
affect tribal interests.
Technical Advisor: to be named
Appointed Member: Dave Larsen, Director of Continuum of Care
Technical Advisors:
Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager
Debbie Danforth, Division Director, Community Health
Kelly McAndrews, Jim Bittorf
GAO TAC will advise GAO on vital and emerging issues affecting Tribes and Indigenous peoples for the purpose of informing GAO’s
strategic goals and priorities with respect to the agency’s work evaluating federal programs serving Tribes and related topics.
Technical Advisor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
The committee is directed to study issues relating to American Indians and the American Indian tribes and bands in this state and develop
specific recommendations and legislative proposals relating to these issues. [s. 13.83 (3), Stats.]
Technical Advisor: Tana Aguirre, Intergovernmental Affairs
The mission of the Council shall be to advocate for the elimination of health disparities and to give a voice to health issues affecting racial
and ethnic minority populations in Wisconsin.
*Appointed by WMHLC
The Division of Adult Institutions shall ensure incarcerated inmates have opportunities to pursue lawful practices of the religion of their
choice consistent with security practices and principles; rehabilitative goals; health and safety; allocation of limited resources; and the
responsibilities and needs of the correctional facilities.
The Tribal Labor Advisory Committee (TLAC) initiative ultimately aims to develop strategies to enhance Native American labor
opportunities on state and federal highway projects, as well as all other labor projects, by offering training, job matching, placement and
ongoing technical support.
Technical Advisors:
Troy Parr & Tana Aguirre
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Centers for Disease Control Tribal Advisory Committee
https://www.cdc.gov/tribal/consultation-support/tac/
Jennifer Webster,
Primary Delegate
Indian Health Service Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee
https://www.tribalselfgov.org/advisory-committees/tsgac/
Jennifer Webster,
Primary Delegate –
Bemidji Area
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary’s Tribal
Advisory Committee
https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/iea/tribal-affairs/aboutstac/index.html
Jennifer Webster,
Alternate Delegate –
Bemidji Area
U.S. Department of Interior Self-Governance PROGRESS Act Negotiated
Rulemaking Committee
https://www.bia.gov/service/progress-act/committees
Jenifer Webster,
Alternate
U.S. Census Bureau Tribal Relations Specialist
Jennifer Webster,
https://www.census.gov/about/cong-gov-affairs/intergovernmentalPrimary Delegate –
Bemidji Area5
affairs/tribal-aian/about.html
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority
Prior term: David
Health Tribal Advisory Committee
Jordan6
https://www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=3&lvlid=133
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for
Jennifer webster,
Children and Families Tribal Advisory Committee
Primary Delegate –
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/tribal-affairs/committees
Bemidji Area
Great Lakes Area Tribal Health Board
Prior term: Daniel
https://glathb.org/
Guzman7
Governor’s Council on Equity & Inclusion
Laura LaitenenWarren8
North American Indigenous Games – Team Wisconsin
http://www.naigcouncil.com/
*Prior term resolution: March 28, 2018, XV(F)(10), p. 16; July 25-26,
2018, XI(C), p. 5
Agency
Indian Health Service
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GEIAC provides strategic guidance to the governor, lieutenant governor, and Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary in developing
a sustainable framework to promote and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion practices across Wisconsin state government.
The North American Indigenous Games is a multi-sport event and cultural celebration involving Indigenous athletes from across North
America staged intermittently since 1990. The dream to hold a “Games for the Indigenous Peoples” of North America began in the 1970s.
The first edition of the Games was held in Edmonton, Alberta in 1990. The NAIG Council was formed between 1992 and 1993, a 26member council of representatives from 13 provinces and territories in Canada and 13 regions in the United States. The vision was to
improve the quality of life for Indigenous Peoples by supporting self-determined sports and cultural activities which encourage equal
access to participation in the social / cultural / spiritual fabric of the community in which they reside, and which respects Indigenous
distinctiveness.
Federal Government – Self-Governance Contracts
Staff Contact
Liaison
Debbie Danforth, Division Director, Community Health
Internal contact designation.
To be determined whether to submit a recommendation for appointment.
To be determined whether to submit a recommendation for appointment.
Appointed by Business Committee
The Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) advises CDC/ATSDR on policy issues and broad strategies that may significantly affect American
Indian/Alaska Native communities. The TAC will assist CDC/ATSDR in fulfilling its mission to promote health and quality of life by
preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability through established and ongoing relationships and advice.
The TSGAC provides a forum for Tribal and Federal officials to discuss issues related to Tribal administration of Federal programs and
services, exchange ideas, and develop solutions intended to improve Self-Governance and enhance the Tribal-Federal partnership. The
TSGAC advises the IHS Director and the Director of the Office of Tribal Self-Governance on issues and concerns pertaining to Tribal SelfGovernance and the implementation of the Self-Governance within the IHS. The TSGAC represents Self-Governance Tribes by acting on
their behalf to clarify issues that affect all compacting tribes specific to issues affecting the delivery of health care of American Indian and
Alaska Natives.
The STAC’s primary purpose is to seek consensus, exchange views, share information, provide advice and/or recommendations; or
facilitate any other interaction related to intergovernmental responsibilities or administration of HHS programs, including those that arise
explicitly or implicitly under statute, regulation or Executive Order. This purpose will be accomplished through forums, meetings and
conversations between Federal officials and elected Tribal leaders in their official capacity (or their designated employees or national
associations with authority to act on their behalf).
The Committee will negotiate and advise the Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) through the Office of Self-Governance and the Assistant
Secretary - Indian Affairs to develop the text of a proposed rule to implement Title IV of the Indian Self-Determination and Education
Assistance Act (ISDEAA) regarding the Tribal Self-Governance Program as amended by the PROGRESS Act. It is anticipated that the
proposed rule developed by the Committee will revise the current regulations implementing the Tribal Self-Governance Program codified
at 25 C.F.R. Part 1000 to amend, delete, and add provisions as appropriate to implement the PROGRESS Act.
Within the Intergovernmental Affairs Office, the Tribal Affairs Liaison works directly with tribal governments on matters of policy,
legislative concerns and correspondence at the Census Bureau Director's level to provide updates on Census Bureau products, programs,
and initiatives.
The HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH) supports the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity (CIIHE) to advance sustainable
solutions to address health disparities and advance health equity among American Indian and Alaska Native (Al/AN) and Native Hawaiian
and Pacific Islander (NHPI) populations.
The ACF TAC’s primary purpose is to seek consensus, exchange views, share information, provide advice and/or recommendations; or
facilitate any other interaction related to intergovernmental responsibilities or administration of ACF programs, including those that arise
explicitly or implicitly under statute, regulation, or Executive Order.
GLATHB promotes the advancement of access and funding of health services to the Great Lakes Area Tribes.
Purpose/Support
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Bureau of Indian Affairs
Government-to-Government Relations
Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance
Melinda Danforth, Director, IGAC
The Self-Governance Liaison is the primary governmental official
participating in self-governance contract negotiations and
meetings.
Technical Advisor: Brandon Wisneski
Legal: Jim Bittorf
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Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment of Liaison to Boards,
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve and adopt liaison assignment resolutions.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Memo, resolutions and back up information
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Melinda J. Danforth, Director
Intergovernmental Affairs
DATE:
September 6, 2023
SUBJECT:
Liaison and Designated Representative Assignments – Resolutions
As requested, attached are the resolutions related to assigning liaisons and
representatives to various internal and external entities and governmental entities for
the Oneida Business Committee term 2023-2026.
Background
On September 5, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee selected their liaison
assignments for the 2023-2026 Business Committee term. The Business Committee
acknowledged that the 09-24-14-C Business Committee resolution entitled
“Appointment of Liaison Responsibilities for Organization Entities” will serve as the
guidance for executing the roles and responsibilities of each of the respective liaison
responsibilities.
The following resolutions have been provided for adoption.
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Assignment to Standing Committees
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal
Entities or Agencies
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation
Recognition of Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as
Individuals
Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Public Packet
Action Requested:
1. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
2. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or
Federal Entities or Agencies”
3. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida
Nation
4. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation”
5. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Recognition of
Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as Individuals”
6. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the National Congress of
American Indians”
7. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the Indian Gaming
Association”
If you have further questions, please contact me.
Attachments:
BC Resolutions
Annotated List of Liaison Assignments
BC Resolution 09-24-14-C
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Phone: (920)869-2214
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Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and
Commissions of the Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has determined that appointment of liaisons to various
boards, committees, commissions and corporations of the Oneida Nation fosters
communication and understanding between the entities and the Oneida Business
Committee; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has adopted the Boards, Committees and Commissions
Law, 1 O.C. 105, to govern the creation and operation of entities; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-09-24-14-C, Adoption of
Standards for Roles and Responsibilities for the Oneida Business Committee Liaison
Assignments, sets standards to create a shared understanding of the vision and strategy
of the Oneida Business Committee and the Nation itself; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has adopted resolution # BC-03-27-19-D, Oneida
Business Committee and Joint Meetings with Boards, Committees and Commissions –
Definitions and Impact, to provide guidance for scheduling and conducting meetings
between the Oneida Business Committee and the entity;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the following liaison assignments are adopted by the Oneida
Business Committee for the 2023-2026 term for boards, committees, and commissions of the Nation.
Entity
Oneida Election Board
Oneida Environmental Resource
Board
Oneida Gaming Commission
Oneida Land Commission
Oneida Pardon and Forgiveness
Screening Committee
Oneida Police Commission
Primary Liaison
Regulatory/Hearing Body
Lisa Liggins
Marlon Skenandore
Brandon Stevens
Alternate Liaison
Tehassi Hill
Lawrence Barton
Tehassi Hill
Jonas Hill
Jonas Hill
Kirby Metoxen
Jennifer Webster
Jennifer Webster
Lisa Liggins
Jonas Hill
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Entity
Oneida Nation School Board
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Anna John Resident Centered Care
Community Board
Oneida Nation Arts Board
Oneida Nation Commission on
Aging
Oneida Land Claims Commission
Oneida Community Library Board
Southeast Wisconsin Oneida Tribal
Services Advisory Board
Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs
Committee
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Primary Liaison
Marlon Skenandore
Jameson Wilson, Member
Advisory
Jennifer Webster
Alternate Liaison
Lisa Liggins
Lisa Liggins
Jennifer Webster
Jennifer Webster
Brandon Stevens
Lisa Liggins
Marlon Skenandore
Kirby Metoxen
Lawrence Barton
Brandon Stevens
Jameson Wilson
Jonas Hill
Jennifer Webster
Jennifer Webster
Jameson Wilson
Jonas Hill
Lawrence Barton
Oneida Personnel Commission
Tehassi Hill
Lisa Liggins
Governing Responsibility/Organizational Group
Head Start Policy Council
Jennifer Webster
Kirby Metoxen
GTC Legal Resource Center
Tehassi Hill
Lisa Liggins
TAP Tribal Coordinating Committee
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Jonas Hill
Hall of Fame Selection Committee
Brandon Stevens
Jonas Hill
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Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
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Regulatory/Hearing Body
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
The Board was created to carry out the provisions of the Election law and Article III, Sections 2 & 3 of the Constitution of the Oneida Nation. The purpose of the
Board is to conduct the Nation’s elections in compliance with the laws of the Nation and assist with GTC meetings in reference to voting. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
See also: Election Law, ch. 102
Legal: Peggy Van Gheem
Entity
Oneida Election Board
Chair
Tina Skenandore, Chair
Oneida Environmental Resource Board1
Vacant
Through its establishment, the ERB was delegated authority to supervise and regulate the Nation’s conservation resources and the environment of the Oneida Reservation. By-Laws, s. 1-3. See also: Hunting,
Fishing & Trapping Law, ch. 406
Legal: Kelly McAndrews
Oneida Gaming Commission
Mark Powless, Chair
Oneida Land Commission
Sidney White, Chair
Oneida Pardon and Forgiveness Screening
Committee
Eric Boulanger, Chair
Oneida Police Commission
Richard Van Boxtel, Chair
Oneida Nation School Board
Sacheen Lawrence, Chair
Jolene Hensberger,
Administrative Assistant
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Jennifer Hill-Kelly, Chair
The Oneida Gaming Commission was established for the purpose of protecting the assets and integrity of Oneida Gaming through regulatory oversight of all
Gaming Activities within the jurisdiction of the Nation. By-laws, s. 1-3(a).
See also: Gaming Ordinance, ch. 501
Legal: Jo Anne House
The Commission was established for the purpose of managing the Nation’s land resources, with authority to carry out all the powers and duties as delegated
under the…laws of the Nation. By-Laws, s.1-3.
See also: Real Property Law, ch. 601
Legal: Krystal John
The purpose of the PFSC is to provide a fair, efficient and formal process for considering pardons and forgiveness. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
See also: Pardon & Forgiveness Law, ch. 126
Legal: Jo Anne House
The purpose of the Police Commission is to regulate the conduct of the Oneida Nation law enforcement personnel according to the highest professional
standards. The Police Commission was established to provide oversight regarding the activities and actions of the law enforcement operations to provide the
greatest possible professional services to the Oneida community and to allow for community input regarding those law enforcement services through its
representatives on the Police Commission. The Police Commission is an oversight body and does not involve decision making processes on day-to-day activities
of those law enforcement services. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
See also: Law Enforcement Ordinance, ch. 301
Legal: Kelly McAndrews
The Board was established to coordinate existing and future education programs of the Oneida Nation; per directive of the Oneida General Tribal Council, to be
an autonomous administrator of the Oneida Nation School System (“System”) under a Memorandum of Agreement with the Oneida Business Committee; and
to administer the Oneida Nation School System Endowment in accordance with the Nation’s Endowments law as authorized under resolution BC-02-27-19-B.
By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
Legal: Peggy Van Gheem
Administer the Emigrant NY Indian Claims Award Docket 75 Trust Fund known as Elderly Per Capita, Higher Education and General Welfare Trust a/f/k/a the
Elderly Per Capita Payment Distribution Fund and Oneida Trust Scholarship Fund; Administer the Minors Trust Per Capita Trust Funds; Administer the Language
Revitalization Fund; Administer the Per Capita Endowment Fund and any other trusts which may be created; Monitor funds held in the name of the Oneida
Nation and the BIA; Exercise exclusive control of the investment and collection of principal interest and investments of all monies deposited in, and income
derived from, all Oneida Tribe endowment fund accounts; maintain the official roll of the Oneida Nation; Approve new applications for enrollment; and
Supervise the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department.
See also: Per Capita Law, ch. 123; Membership Ordinance, ch. 124; Children’s Burial Fund, ch. 129
Legal: Carl Artman
Currently on the Legislative Operating Committee agenda to finalize amendments to laws prior to dissolution of board.
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Entity
Anna John Resident Centered Care
Community Board
Oneida Nation Arts Board
Cody Cottrell, Chair
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
Winnifred Thomas, Chair
Oneida Land Claims Commission
Chris Cornelius, Chair
Oneida Community Library Board
Bridget John, Chair
Southeast Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services
Advisory Board
Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee
Diane S. Hill, Chair
Gerald Cornelius, Chair
Oneida Personnel Commission2
Vacant
Entity
Head Start Policy Council
GTC Legal Resource Center
Contact
TAP Tribal Coordinating Committee
Hall of Fame Selection Committee
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Jeanette Ninham, Chair
Gerald L. Hill, Supervising
Attorney
Chairman
Advisory
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
The Board was established to serve in an advisory capacity for the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community (“AJRCCC”).
The Board was established to assist in the promotion of a community that embraces art as a pathway to sovereignty, where traditional and contemporary arts
are woven into the fabric of everyday life and embolden a sense of belonging. The Board was further established to provide advisory guidance and support to
the Oneida Nation Arts Program (“ONAP”), and to oversee the Dollars for Arts Project (“DAP”) in accordance with the DAP Law. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
Pursuant to Section 46.82(4)(a) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Oneida Business Committee established ONCOA as the advisory and policy development board
for the Nation’s Tribal Aging Unit, known as Oneida Elder Services, to be knowledgeable and supportive of all programs and services that can meet the needs of
the Nation’s Elders and to carry out the powers and duties delegated under Wis. Stat., § 46.82. By-Laws, s. 103.
The OLCC shall inform and educate the membership on the issues pertaining to Oneida Nation land claims, seek participation of the membership…, By-Laws, s.
1-3.
The purpose of the Board is to administer and oversee the administration of the Oneida Community Library in accordance with the laws of the Nation, Chapter
43 of the Wisconsin Statutes, and any policies adopted pursuant thereto. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
The Board was established for purposes of providing advice and constructive input to the Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services (SEOTS) Director
working in partnership to formulate social services programs for the Oneida people residing in Southeastern Wisconsin. By-Laws, s. 1-3.
The purpose of the Veterans Affairs Committee is to serve as an advisory body to the Oneida Veterans Service Office (“Office”) in all matters relating to Oneida
Nation Veterans’ rights and benefits and veterans’ affairs issues, and to protect the honor and integrity of the Oneida Nation and all veterans who served
honorably in the United States Uniformed Services. Among other services, the Veterans Affairs Committee is to provide advice and constructive input to the
Oneida Veterans Service Office Director on all veterans’ affairs issues so that the Office can formulate veterans’ services and programs; and to coordinate
veterans’ events with the Office and veterans’ organizations that are representatives of Oneida Veterans and the Oneida Nation. By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
The OPC was created by the Oneida General Tribal Council to represent the Oneida community-at-large in the selection of the Nation’s employees and to shield
those employees from inconsistent and unfair treatme[.], By-Laws, s. 1-3(a).
Governing Responsibility/Organizational Group
Applicable Laws/Mission/Advisor
Ch. 811, Legal Resource Center
See resolution # BC-05190-17-C, Tribal Action Plan, W# 10.
Hall of Fame, ch. 130
There was consideration of reviewing the by-laws and membership qualifications. The Oneida Business Committee has not taken any action.
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Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment of Liaison to Tribally.
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/13/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Approve and adopt liaison assignment resolutions.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Memo, resolutions and back up information
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Melinda J. Danforth, Director
Intergovernmental Affairs
DATE:
September 6, 2023
SUBJECT:
Liaison and Designated Representative Assignments – Resolutions
As requested, attached are the resolutions related to assigning liaisons and
representatives to various internal and external entities and governmental entities for
the Oneida Business Committee term 2023-2026.
Background
On September 5, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee selected their liaison
assignments for the 2023-2026 Business Committee term. The Business Committee
acknowledged that the 09-24-14-C Business Committee resolution entitled
“Appointment of Liaison Responsibilities for Organization Entities” will serve as the
guidance for executing the roles and responsibilities of each of the respective liaison
responsibilities.
The following resolutions have been provided for adoption.
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Assignment to Standing Committees
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or Federal
Entities or Agencies
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida Nation
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation
Recognition of Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as
Individuals
Appointing Delegates to the National Congress of American Indians
Appointing Delegates to the Indian Gaming Association
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Public Packet
Action Requested:
1. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
2. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment of Representation of the Oneida Nation on or with Tribal, State or
Federal Entities or Agencies”
3. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Boards, Committees, and Commissions of the Oneida
Nation
4. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Appointment of Liaison to Corporations of the Oneida Nation”
5. Adopt resolution entitled “Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Recognition of
Oneida Business Committee Member Activities on External Entities as Individuals”
6. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the National Congress of
American Indians”
7. Adopt resolution entitled “Appointing delegates to the Indian Gaming
Association”
If you have further questions, please contact me.
Attachments:
BC Resolutions
Annotated List of Liaison Assignments
BC Resolution 09-24-14-C
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Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
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Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Appointment of Liaison to Tribally Chartered Entities
of the Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has determined that appointment of liaisons to various
boards, committees, commissions and tribally chartered entities of the Oneida Nation
fosters communication and understanding between the entities and the Oneida Business
Committee; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-09-24-14-C, Adoption of
Standards for Roles and Responsibilities for the Oneida Business Committee Liaison
Assignments, sets standards to create a shared understanding of the vision and strategy
of the Oneida Business Committee and the Nation itself; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-10-10-18-A, Action by Oneida
Nation as Owner of Corporate Shares, which clarified that the a shareholder meeting is not
a meeting of the Oneida Business Committee and is governed by the corporate documents
(whether charters, by-laws, articles of incorporation, or other types of documents) and as
such the authority of the Oneida Business Committee should be clearly identified for
purposes of authorizing actions of the corporate entity;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the following liaison assignments are adopted by the Oneida
Business Committee for the 2023-2026 term for boards, committees, commissions, and tribally chartered
entities
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