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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Virtual Meeting – Microsoft Teams
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, March 22, 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.
MINUTES
A.
V.
Approve the March 8, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Bureau of Indian Affairs Grant Application
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Nourishing Our Communities - The White Corn Project
Grant Application
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan Law
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
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APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library
Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation Arts Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Police Commission
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
VIII.
Accept the March 1, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
STANDING ITEMS
A.
ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions
1.
Adopt resolution entitled Consolidating All Remaining ARPA FRF TCS
Allocations and Closing Portal
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Air Drill Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
3.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for CDC # 21-105 Orchard Retail Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
4.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Class 7 Tractor Buy Out Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
5.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Class 8 Tractor Buy Out Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
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6.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Orchard Pruning Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
7.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Semi-Truck Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
8.
Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for Tsyunhehkwa Cattle Trailer Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute start-up report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
B.
Review request for one (1) additional unbudgeted position for the Oneida Trust
Enrollment Department
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/OTEC
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Schedule special General Tribal Council meeting(s) to address 28 petitions
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Approve the notice and materials for the May 8, 2023, tentatively scheduled special
General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
PETITIONER LINDA DALLAS
1.
Accept the statement of effect status update re: Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Treatment Assistance
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
2.
Accept the legal review status update re: Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Treatment Assistance
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
3.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update re: Alcohol and Drug
Addiction Treatment Assistance
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
4.
Accept the statement of effect status update re: FY-2023 budget
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
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D.
5.
Accept the legal review status update re: FY-2023 budget
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
6.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update re: FY-2023 budget
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
7.
Accept the statement of effect status update re: General Tribal Council
directive for the Oneida Business Committee to stay out of day-to-day
business
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
8.
Accept the legal review status update re: General Tribal Council directive for
the Oneida Business Committee to stay out of day-to-day business
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
9.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update re: General Tribal Council
directive for the Oneida Business Committee to stay out of day-to-day
business
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
PETITIONER LLOYD ZEISE
1.
Accept the statement of effect
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
2.
Accept the legal review status update
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
3.
Accept the fiscal impact statement status update
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
E.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Budgets for the
Oneida Nation be brought before the General Tribal Council
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
F.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Community
Improvement Projects (CIP) and funding
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
G.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Contract of Chief
Counsel JoAnne House
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
H.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Direct a certified
Parliamentarian be appointed by General Tribal Council prior to each General Tribal
Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
I.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Direct that the
Oneida Nation organizational structure return to the previous state it was prior to
March 2020
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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J.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Direct
transportation be made available by the Oneida Nation to areas with large
populations of Oneida Enrolled Members to and from General Tribal Council
meetings
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
K.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Directives for
Oneida Nation Chief Counsel position
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
L.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of funds,
expenditures, and organizational changes from March 2020-present
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
M.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of FY2020 budget
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
N.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of FY2021 budget
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
O.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of FY2022 budget
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
P.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of
Oneida Nation travel expenditures from January 1, 2020 - present
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Q.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Disclosure of
Oneida Nation travel expenditures to England for the October 9, 2022, Green Bay
Packer game
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
R.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Donations - internal
and external
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
S.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: General Tribal
Council directive regarding Advocacy Training
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
T.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Implement
payments of Medicare Plan B premium payments to all eligible Oneida Enrolled
Members
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
U.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Oneida Nation
Disability Fund
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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V.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Repeal and Replace
Current Removal Law
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
W.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Repeal GTC
Resolution # 01-21-19-A Amending the 120-Day Petition Timeline Adopted by
General Tribal Council
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
X.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Repeal the Budget
and Finances Law
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Y.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Review and discuss
General Tribal Council's delegation of power and authority to all entities
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Z.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Term limits for 2023
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
AA.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Transitional
Housing
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
AB.
Approve three (3) requested actions - Petitioner Linda Dallas re: Void the November
15, 2022, virtual semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
B.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Accept the General Manager report (1:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
3.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
March 2023 report
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
4.
Accept the Treasurer's February 2023 report (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the January 19, 2023, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
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C.
XII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Determine next steps regarding Proper Placement in Pay Grade Initiative for
BC Direct Reports
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
2.
Review Gaming General Manager request for unbudgeted purchase
(10:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager
3.
Approve the attorney contract amendment #2 - Oneida Law Office - file #
2018-0235
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
4.
Review applications for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
5.
Review applications for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation Arts Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
6.
Review applications for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Police Commission
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
7.
Review applications for four (4) vacancies - Oneida Youth Leadership Institute
Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ADJOURN
Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and
Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)
The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida
Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/
For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
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
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, March 08, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Secretary Lisa Liggins Council members: Marie Cornelius,
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams1), Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Councilman David P. Jordan;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House (via Microsoft Teams), Keith Doxtator, Mark W. Powless, Todd
Vandenheuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via
Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Rae
Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman, Justin
Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams), Tana Aguirre (via
Microsoft Teams), James Bittorf (via Microsoft Teams), Bill Gollnick (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie
Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Rauschenbach (via Microsoft
Teams), Tina Jorgensen (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliott (via
Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Tipple (via Microsoft Teams), Scott Denny
(via Microsoft Teams), Gregory Matson (via Microsoft Teams), Ivory Kelly (via Microsoft Teams), Eric
Boulanger, Joel Maxam, Brandon Vandehei, Andrew Leitzke, Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft
Teams), Jameson Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert
(via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (via Microsoft Teams),
Carol Silva (via Microsoft Teams), Arlinda Locklear (via Microsoft Teams), Scott Dacey (via Microsoft
Teams), Kelli Lake (via Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via Microsoft Teams), Nancy Barton, Cathy L.
Metoxen, Mike Debraska (via Microsoft Teams), Aliskwet Ellis;
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 8:31 a.m.
For the record: Chairman Tehassi Hill is out on approved travel providing testimony for American
Indian/Alaska Native programs in Washington, D.C. Councilman David P. Jordan is out on vacation.
Treasurer Tina Danforth is out on leave.
II.
OPENING (00:00:37)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
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III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:01:06)
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt the agenda with two (2) noted changes [1) under section New
Business, add item entitled Accept the report on Impacts of End of COVID-19 Public Health
Emergency memorandum dated February 27, 2023, as information; and 2) delete item XII.C.3. Review
West Mason Sportsbook staffing levels request and determine next steps], seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Oneida Police Department - Andrew Leitzke (00:02:37)
Sponsor: Richard Van Boxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission
Oath of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Officer Andrew Leitzke was present.
V.
MINUTES
A.
Approve the February 22, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:04:36)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the February 22, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
B.
Approve the February 27, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:05:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the February 27, 2023, special Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of
Emergency Until May 11, 2023 (00:05:27)
Sponsor: Kaylynn Gresham, Director/Emergency Management
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution entitled 03-08-23-A Extension of Declaration of Public
Health State of Emergency Until May 11, 2023, as amended, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
Amendment to the main motion by Lisa Liggins to made two (2) noted changes [1) delete lines
44-47; and 2) at line 44, add, “WHEREAS, the federal Public Health State of Emergency
Declaration is set to expire May 11th, 2023, and the Oneida Business Committee recognizes
the benefit of extending the Oneida Public Health State of Emergency to match that of the
federal Public Health State of Emergency;”, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Emergency Amendments to the Election Law for the
2023 General Election (00:14:47)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Councilwoman Marie Cornelius left at 9:19 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 03-08-23-B Emergency Amendments to the Election
Law for the 2023 General Election with one (1) noted change [1) delete any reference to the removal of
the petition process], seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Marie Cornelius, Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Amendments to the Emergency Management Law
(00:48:25)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Councilwoman Marie Cornelius returned at 9:22 a.m.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution entitled 03-08-23-C Amendments to the Emergency
Management Law with one (1) noted change [1) at line 71, add “WHEREAS, no oral or written
comments were submitted during the public comment period; and”], seconded by Marie Cornelius.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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D.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution 02-2323-A Oneida Nation Food Processing Technical Assistance Project Grant
Application (00:52:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Marie Cornelius to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC
resolution 02-23-23-A Oneida Nation Food Processing Technical Assistance Project Grant Application,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
For the record: Councilman Kirby Metoxen stated I just wanted to clarify Nancy’s statement, I wasn’t
able to find where she was talking about 500,000. I didn’t see that.
VII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the January 5, 2023, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes (00:56:42)
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the January 5, 2023, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
B.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the February 15, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:57:06)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the February 15, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
C.
QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the January 19, 2023, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes
(00:57:33)
Sponsor: Marie Cornelius, Councilwoman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the January 19, 2023, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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VIII.
STANDING ITEMS
A.
ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution Savings Submissions
1.
Review Tribal Member request regarding GWA Food Card Payment for FY-2024
utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings (00:58:43)
Sponsor: Nancy Barton, Tribal Member
Councilman Daniel Guzman King left 9:50 a.m.
Councilwoman Marie Cornelius left at 10:03 a.m.
Councilwoman Marie Cornelius returned at 10:05 a.m.
Councilman Daniel Guzman King returned at 10:06 a.m.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to direct the Tribal Member request regarding GWA Food Payment for FY2024 utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings be considered with the other quarterly requests at the March
13, 2023, BC work session, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Opposed:
Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
2.
Review Tribal Member request regarding the project status for the proposed
general rental apartments (02:02:37)
Sponsor: Mary Graves, Tribal Member
Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 10:33 a.m.
Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 10:43 a.m.
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster left 10:49 a.m.
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster returned at 10:51 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Tribal Member request regarding the project status for the
proposed general rental apartments and to direct the General Manager to bring back a project status
report to the April 6, 2023, Community Development Planning Committee meeting, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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3.
Review Tribal Member request regarding the Student Relief Fund (02:25:30)
Sponsor: Kelli Lake, Tribal Member
Motion by Lisa Liggins to deny the Tribal Member request regarding the Student Relief Fund,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
Motion by Lisa Liggins to forward discussion regarding funding sources for the students denied funding
from the Student Relief Fund be forwarded to the April 18, 2023, BC work session, seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 11:28 a.m. to 11:35 a.m.
Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 11:37 a.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Councilwoman Marie Cornelius; Councilman Daniel Guzman King; Secretary Lisa
Liggins; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens; Councilwoman Jennifer
Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Councilman David P. Jordan;
IX.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Chairman Tehassi Hill - Midwest Alliance of Sovereign
Tribes (MAST) Impact Week of 2023 - Washington, D.C. - March 19-21, 2023
(02:57:48)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel request for Chairman Tehassi Hill and up to two additional
Business Committee members to attend the Midwest Alliance of Sovereign Tribes (MAST) Impact
Week of 2023 in Washington, D.C. - March 19-21, 2023, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
For the record: Councilman Kirby Metoxen stated I just want to remind that I will be on vacation March
17-24. I leave on that Friday, and I will be gone the following week. I will be on vacation. Thank you.
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B.
Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - Emerging Trends in Tribal
Enrollment - Albuquerque, NM - April 24-27, 2023 (03:00:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel request for Secretary Lisa Liggins and up to two
additional Business Committee members to attend the Emerging Trends in Tribal Enrollment in
Albuquerque, NM - April 24-27, 2023, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
C.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Progress Act
Negotiated Rulemaking Committee - Washington, D.C. - March 26-31, 2023
(03:04:16)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend
the Progress Act Negotiated Rulemaking Committee in Washington, D.C. - March 26-31, 2023,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
X.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Accept the notice of the Rule of Play: Four Card Poker approved by the Oneida
Gaming Commission on February 24, 2023 (03:05:28)
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the notice of the Four Card Poker Rules of Play approved by the
Oneida Gaming Commission on February 24, 2023, and direct notice to the Oneida Gaming
Commission there are no requested revisions under Section 501.6-14(d), seconded by Marie
Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
B.
Accept the report on Impacts of End of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
memorandum dated February 27, 2023, as information (03:07:31)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the report on Impacts of End of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
memorandum dated February 27, 2023, as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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XI.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Approve two (2) actions regarding the 2023 reconvened annual General Tribal
Council meeting (03:09:07)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to schedule the 2023 reconvened annual General Tribal Council meeting
on April 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the notice and mailer for the reconvened 2023 annual General
Tribal Council meeting, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed for lunch from 11:53 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Meeting called to order by Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens at 1:33 p.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Councilwoman Marie Cornelius; Councilman Daniel Guzman King; Secretary Lisa
Liggins; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens; Councilwoman Jennifer
Webster;
Not Present: Treasurer Tina Danforth; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Councilman David P. Jordan;
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XII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (03:14:36)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to go into executive session at 1:33 p.m., seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
Motion by Marie Cornelius to come out of executive session at 3:59 p.m., seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (03:15:30)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Counsel report; to authorize Chairman Tehassi Hill and
Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens as witnesses for deposition in the Oneida Nation versus the Oneida
Indian Nation trademark dispute; to direct the Law Office to communicate with legal counsel for the
Oneida Indian Nation regarding the possibility of settlement in the trademark dispute; and to approve a
limited waiver of sovereign immunity in the Land Use License Template file # 2023-0183, for the Duck
Creek Trail driveway access, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
2.
Accept the General Manager report (03:16:29)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
B.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the Blackjack Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:16:47)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Blackjack Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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2.
Accept the Four Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:17:06)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Four Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
3.
Accept the Player Tracking compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:17:23)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Player Tracking compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
4.
Accept the Three Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:17:39)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Three Card Poker Rules of Play compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
C.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Accept PACE LLP update (03:17:56)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept PACE LLP update and approve objective option #2 in the
memorandum dated March 3, 2023, seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
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2.
Approve sixty-three (63) new enrollments and one (1) relinquishment (03:18:16)
Sponsor: Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve sixty-three (63) new enrollments and one (1) relinquishment,
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
XIII.
ADJOURN (03:18:34)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn at 4:02 p.m., seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Tina Danforth, Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE
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Adopt resolution entitled Bureau of Indian Affairs Grant Application
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
܈Open ܆Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
܆Accept as information; OR
Approval of a resolution to support and submit $25K Grant Assistance Grant application.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܈Finance
܆Law Office
܆Gaming/Retail
܆Other: Describe
܆Programs/Services
܆MIS
܆Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
܆Bylaws
܆Contract Document(s)
܆Correspondence
܆Draft GTC Notice
܆Draft GTC Packet
܆E-poll results/back-up
܆Other: Describe
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܆Report
܈Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܆Unbudgeted
܆Other: Describe
8. Submission:
܆Budgeted – Grant Funded
܈Not Applicable
signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2023.03.13 09:52:19 -05'00'
Authorized Sponsor:
Tina Jorgensen, Govermental Services Director
Primary Requestor:
Delia Smith, Economic Support Director
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MEMORANDUM:
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Delia Smith, Community Resource and Economic Support Director
Date:
March 10, 2023
Subject: Oneida Economic Support -BIA 477 Resolution
Economic Support is submitting an application to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for 477. The area is requesting a
Tribal Resolution to submit with the BIA 477 startup funding application. The BIA funding of $25,000 would
allow for adequate financial support for additional training, preparation, and contracting costs needed to
complete the application process. Applying for the funds does not obligate the Nation to a commitment to the
477 design or implementation.
If awarded the funds we plan to use the financial support for•
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Training related costs
Travel to tour other successful tribal 477 program
Potential contracted services if there is a need.
Pay for administrative time developing the plan
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Oneida Nation
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Phone: (920)869-2214
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BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Bureau of Indian Affairs Grant Application
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation has determined that the overall goal is to protect, maintain and improve
the standard of living and the environment in which the Oneida people live; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Economic Support Department was established and whose mission is …. “with
respect and encouragement, we provide essential services and resources focusing on selfsufficiency”; and
WHEREAS,
the Economic Support Department provides services such as Temporary Assistance to
Needy Families (TANF), Child Care, General Assistance (GA), Income Maintenance,
Native Employment Works (NEW), Community Support Fund, Emergency Food and
Shelter Community Services, WI Home Energy Assistance, and Job Center WIOA; and
WHEREAS,
the Economic Support Department will apply for start-up funds to assist with writing a new
477 program plan. This would be beneficial as it would allow the Economic Support
Department the ability to combine six current programs into one business unit thus
following one program plan; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Nation authorizes and supports the submission of a
grant application to the U.S. Department of Interior/Bureau of Indian Affairs – Office of Indian Services,
Division of Workforce Development in the amount of $25,000.
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Adopt resolution entitled Nourishing Our Communities - The White Corn Project Grant Application
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Resolution request
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Cannery
☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Vanessa Miller, Agriculture Area Manager
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: Memo
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☒ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Primary Requestor:
Vanessa Miller, Agriculture Area Manager
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Date: March 15, 2023
To:
BC Agenda Request
From: Donald Miller, Grants Office
Re:
Resolution ‐ “Nourishing Our Communities‐The White Corn Project ”
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Good day,
The purpose of this project is to increase the amount of white corn being grown and consumed
by the Oneida community. The project would increase the amount of white corn being grown
by buying a significant amount of corn from area producers. It would then process that corn
into various value‐added products. To increase consumption and to spur local demand for
white corn the products created from the corn purchased with this grant would be distributed
free of charge to tribal members and programs.
This is a 3‐year grant request for $377,194 that requires a 20% in kind match that would be
$31,432.83 annually.
Thank you
If there are further questions, please contact:
Don Miller
920‐496‐7329
Dmiller1@oneidanation.org
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ONEIDA GRANTS OFFICE
PH: (920) 496-7330
FAX: (920) 496-7494
Form instructions: Fill in all information requested. To enter data in the grey areas; a drop down called
box will appear.
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up arrow move it to the top
and click on ok
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department: Cannery
Division/Non-Division: Env/Hlth/Saf/Land & Ag
Program: White Corn Production
Program Accountant: Cindy Seelye
Person Responsible for proposal development: Vanessa Miller
Phone: (920) 869-4553
Person Responsible for grant administration: Nicole Rommel
Phone: (920) 869-4590
Project Title: Sustaining the Oneida Community
The White Corn Project
GRANT INFORMATION
Name of Funding Source: Administration for Native Americans
Title of Grant: Social and Economic Development Strategies
Application Deadline: March 31, 2023
Type (pick one): Federal
CFDA No: 93.612
Maximum Grant Amount: $400,000.00
Project Period (dates):
9/30/23 9/29/26
Budget Period (dates):
9/30/23 9/29/24
9/30/24 9/29/25
9/30/25 9/29/26
Maximum Match Requested (% or $): 20%
Type of Project (pick one): New
Match Type (pick one): In-Kind
Is a Tribal resolution required? If yes, please notify Grants Office immediately.
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Will this grant create a: New position No Committee No Commission No Board No
If Yes to new position has HRD been informed? No
If Yes to any of above, has MIS been informed for computer needs? No
If Yes to any of above, has Facilities Management been informed for space needs? No
Will this grant fund an existing position? No
Name of Position(s):
If YES, attach draft job description for all grant funded positions.
PLEASE NOTE: Position/employee will be phased out when grant funding ends.
Project Proposal Summary (must answer all these questions) : The purpose, benefit(s), where is the
match coming from, are there any other programs collaborating, travel justification, position justification, or
pertinent information: The purpose of this grant is to expand the capability of the Tribal community to produce,
process and sell traditional white corn and white corn products. The grant will require the Oneida cannery to
process white corn for distribution and consumption. The grant will support the Tribes efforts to establish food
sovereignty. The grant will require a match that will be met with in-kind services and will not affect Tribal
contribution.
List any capital expenditures (cap ex), technology expenses & CIP purchases (NOTE: Must follow the
appropriate Cap ex, CIP or Technology SOP for each purchase request.): NONE
No
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Vendors: Verified that Vendors contracted with are NOT suspended/debarred: Yes
Reporting:
Quarterly
Semi-Annually X
Yearly
Narrative
Financial
SIGNATURES
Your signature authorizes the person responsible for proposal development to work with the Grants
Office when applying for funding and acknowledges your responsibility to successfully administer all
requirements of this grant throughout the project period and budget period.
1. Supervisor Signature
Date
SIGNATURE VERIFIES & APPROVES ANY MATCH
2. Division/Non-Division Director Signature
Date
SIGNATURE APPROVES GRANT PROJECT & ANY MATCH
3. Grants Office Signature
Date
FINAL SIGNATURE PRIOR TO OBTAINING OBC SIGNATURES
Revised: 4/22/2021
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Nourishing Our Communities - The White Corn Project
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is committed to the establishment of Tribal Sovereign immunity related
to control of the Nation’s food systems; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is likewise committed to supporting the ability of Oneida and other
traditional agricultural producers to establish their economic independence and success;
and
WHEREAS,
the growth and consumption of traditional foods, such as Oneida White corn, is both
spiritually and physical nourishing to the community; and
WHEREAS,
Oneida Community Integrated Food Systems (OCIFS) has been tasked by the Oneida
Nation to promote nutrition and food-based education and to provide nutritious food to the
community through its various programs; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee on behalf of the Oneida
Nation supports and authorizes Oneida Community Integrated Food Systems department to apply for the
2023 Administration for Native Americans, Social and Economic Development Strategies grant in the
amount of $377,194 to support the above-named project.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee consents to the 20% in-kind match
required by this grant in the amount of $94,298.50 to be paid as $31,432.83 in-kind annually for 3 years.
PLEASE NOTE:
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DO NOT include the Certification. The Certification includes the voting record and Secretary
signature line and will be added after the adoption of the resolution.
2.
If resolution runs to 2 or more pages, make sure to update the header with the TITLE
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Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Adopt the resolution entitled, Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan Law
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Legislative Operating
☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Committee
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☒ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☒ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
David P. Jordan, Councilman
Primary Requestor:
Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
Oneida Business Committee
David P. Jordan, LOC Chairperson
March 22, 2023
Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
Please find the following attached backup documentation for your consideration of the extension
of the emergency adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan law:
1. Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
2. Statement of Effect: Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance
Plan Law
3. Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
Overview
The Oneida Life Insurance Plan law (the “Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee
on an emergency basis on September 28, 2022, through the adoption of resolution BC-09-28-22C. This Law establishes the Oneida Life Insurance Plan as an approved program of the Nation to
provide a death benefit through the Oneida Life Insurance Plan for all eligible enrolled Oneida
Nation members, pursuant to the Oneida General Welfare law. [10 O.C. 1004.1-1]. The Law:
Establishes the Oneida Life Insurance Plan as an approved program of the Nation in
accordance with the Oneida General Welfare law. [10 O.C. 1004.4-1];
Provides how this program qualifies for general welfare exclusion. [10 O.C. 1004.4-2];
Provides that all members of the Nation shall qualify for benefits from the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan to be used for funeral expenses first, with any residual benefits distributed
to a designated beneficiary. [10 O.C. 1004.5-1];
Requires that a member of the Nation complete the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
approved beneficiary designation form and submit it to the Oneida Trust Enrollment
Committee, either online or in person at the Oneida Trust Enrollment Office, prior to their
death in order to secure benefits from the Oneida Life Insurance Plan for their beneficiary.
[10 O.C. 1004.5-2];
Provides that funeral expenses shall be paid directly to the funeral home upon submission
of a valid invoice, up to the limit of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits, even if a
designated beneficiary has not been designated – but the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
residual benefits shall not be paid or claimed if the decedent did not designate a living
beneficiary though the beneficiary designation form. [10 O.C. 1004.5-2(b), 1004.5-2(e)];
Allows for a one hundred eighty (180) day grace period after the effective date of this law,
where section 1004.5-2 shall not be enforced to permit members of the Nation to complete
and submit the required beneficiary forms. [10 O.C. 1004.5-2(c)];
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Requires that the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department be notified within one (1) year of
the member of the Nation’s death in order to distribute the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
benefits to the beneficiary. [10 O.C. 1004.5-3];
Provides that the Trust Enrollment Department is the department that has the
responsibilities to oversee and administer the Oneida Life Insurance Plan. [10 O.C. 1004.54];
Provides rules related to the determination of death and status. [10 O.C. 1004.6-1];
Prohibits a designated beneficiary who criminally and intentionally causes the death of the
decedent from being entitled to any benefits passing under this law. [10 O.C. 1004.6-2];
Provides how the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits shall be distributed. [10 O.C. 1004.63];
Provide that the Oneida Life Insurance Plan shall be contingent on funding through the
Nation’s annual budget. [10 O.C. 1004.7-1].
The emergency adoption of this Law will expire on March 28, 2023. The Legislative Operating
Committee is now seeking an extension of the emergency adoption of this Law.
The Oneida Business Committee is delegated the authority to temporarily enact emergency
legislation when legislation is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety,
or general welfare of the Reservation population, and the adoption of the legislation is required
sooner than would be possible under the Legislative Procedures Act. [1 O.C. 109.9-5]. A fiscal
impact statement and public meeting are not required for emergency legislation. [1 O.C. 109.95(a)].
The emergency adoption of this Law was necessary, and continues to be necessary, for the
preservation of the general welfare of the Reservation population. The emergency adoption of this
Law ensured that the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department can commence the in-house
management and oversight of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan immediately after the Epic contract
terminated on September 30, 2022, in order to provide a smooth transition and uninterrupted
service to the members of the Nation participating in the Oneida Life Insurance Plan and the
beneficiaries that will emerge in the next fiscal year and beyond.
Additionally, observance of the requirements under the Legislative Procedures Act for the
adoption of this Law was, and continues to be, contrary to public interest. The Epic contract for
the management of OLIPP terminated on September 30, 2022, and the process and requirements
of the Legislative Procedures Act could not be completed in time to ensure that the Law can be
adopted to address the management and oversight of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan by the Oneida
Trust Enrollment Department prior to the termination date.
The Legislative Procedures Act allows the Oneida Business Committee to extend emergency
amendments for a six (6) month time period. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)]. A six (6) month extension of
the emergency amendments to the Law is being requested to provide additional time for the
Legislative Operating Committee to finalize the development of the Law to be presented to the
Oneida Business Committee for permanent adoption.
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The extension of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on March 28, 2023,
when the Law as adopted through BC-09-28-22-C expires and will remain in effect for an
additional six (6) month term which will end on September 28, 2023.
Requested Action
Approve the Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
Law
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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 Life Insurance Plan law (“the Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business
Committee on an emergency basis on September 28, 2022, through the adoption of
resolution BC-09-28-22-C; and
WHEREAS,
the Law establishes the Oneida Life Insurance Plan (OLIPP) as an approved program of
the Nation to govern how the Nation provides fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) of financial
assistance to eligible members of the Nation to pay for funeral expenses, with any residual
benefit amounts paid thereafter to the designated beneficiary; and
WHEREAS,
the Legislative Procedures Act authorizes the Oneida Business Committee to enact
legislation on an emergency basis when legislation is necessary for the immediate
preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare of the Reservation population,
and the adoption of the legislation is required sooner than would be possible under the
Legislative Procedures Act; and
WHEREAS,
the emergency adoption of this Law was, and continues to be, necessary for the
preservation of the general welfare of the Reservation population, as the Law shall ensures
that the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department can continue the in-house management and
oversight of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan now that the Epic contract terminated on
September 30, 2022, in order to provide a smooth transition and uninterrupted service to
the members of the Nation participating in the Oneida Life Insurance Plan and the
beneficiaries that will emerge in the next fiscal year and beyond; and
WHEREAS,
observance of the requirements under the Legislative Procedures Act for adoption of this
Law was, and continues to be, contrary to public interest since the Epic contract for the
management of OLIPP terminated on September 30, 2022, and the process and
requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act cannot be completed in time to ensure that
the Law can be adopted to address the management and oversight of the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan by the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department prior to the termination date.;
and
WHEREAS,
emergency adoption of legislation is effective for a period of six (6) months, renewable by
the Oneida Business Committee for an additional six (6) month term; and
WHEREAS,
the emergency adoption of this Law will expire on March 28, 2023; and
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BC Resolution _____________
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a six (6) month extension of the emergency adoption of this Law is being requested to allow
for the Law to remain in effect while the Legislative Operating Committee finalizes the
development of the Law to be presented to the Oneida Business Committee for permanent
adoption; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the emergency adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
law is hereby extended for an additional six (6) month period effective March 28, 2023, and shall expire on
September 28, 2023.
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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
Extension of the Emergency Adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Law
Summary
This resolution extends the emergency adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan law for an
additional six (6) month period.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: March 10, 2023
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
This resolution extends the emergency adoption of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan law (“the Law”)
for an additional six (6) month period. On September 28, 2022, the Oneida Business Committee
adopted the Law on an emergency basis, through the adoption of resolution BC-09-28-22-C, for
the purpose of establishing the Oneida Life Insurance Plan (OLIP) which provides a death benefit
of fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) to all eligible enrolled Oneida Nation members, pursuant to
the Oneida General Welfare law. [10 O.C. 1004.1-1]. The Law:
Establishes the Oneida Life Insurance Plan as an approved program of the Nation in
accordance with the Oneida General Welfare law. [10 O.C. 1004.4-1];
Provides how this program qualifies for general welfare exclusion. [10 O.C. 1004.4-2];
Provides that all members of the Nation shall qualify for benefits from the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan to be used for funeral expenses first, with any residual benefits distributed
to a designated beneficiary. [10 O.C. 1004.5-1];
Requires that a member of the Nation complete the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
approved beneficiary designation form and submit it to the Oneida Trust Enrollment
Committee, either online or in person at the Oneida Trust Enrollment Office, prior to their
death in order to secure benefits from the Oneida Life Insurance Plan for their beneficiary.
[10 O.C. 1004.5-2];
Provides that funeral expenses shall be paid directly to the funeral home upon submission
of a valid invoice, up to the limit of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits, even if a
designated beneficiary has not been designated – but the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
residual benefits shall not be paid or claimed if the decedent did not designate a living
beneficiary though the beneficiary designation form. [10 O.C. 1004.5-2(b), 1004.5-2(e)];
Allows for a one hundred eighty (180) day grace period after the effective date of this law,
where section 1004.5-2 shall not be enforced to permit members of the Nation to complete
and submit the required beneficiary forms. [10 O.C. 1004.5-2(c)];
Requires that the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department be notified within one (1) year of
the member of the Nation’s death in order to distribute the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
benefits to the beneficiary. [10 O.C. 1004.5-3];
Provides that the Trust Enrollment Department is the department that has the
responsibilities to oversee and administer the Oneida Life Insurance Plan. [10 O.C. 1004.54];
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Provides rules related to the determination of death and status. [10 O.C. 1004.6-1];
Prohibits a designated beneficiary who criminally and intentionally causes the death of the
decedent from being entitled to any benefits passing under this law. [10 O.C. 1004.6-2];
Provides how the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits shall be distributed. [10 O.C. 1004.63];
Provides that the Oneida Life Insurance Plan shall be contingent on funding through the
Nation’s annual budget. [10 O.C. 1004.7-1].
The Legislative Procedures Act (“the LPA”) was adopted by the General Tribal Council for the
purpose of providing a process for the adoption or amendment of laws of the Nation. [1 O.C.
109.1-1]. The LPA allows the Oneida Business Committee to take emergency action where it is
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare of the
reservation population and when enactment or amendment of legislation is required sooner than
would be possible under the LPA. [1 O.C. 109.9-5]. A public meeting and fiscal impact statement
are not required for emergency legislation. [1 O.C. 109.8-1(b),109.9-5(a)]. Emergency legislation
takes effect immediately upon adoption by the Oneida Business Committee and remains effective
for a six (6) month period of time. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)]. The LPA provides the possibility to extend
emergency legislation for an additional six (6) months, or until the emergency amendments expire
or are permanently adopted. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)].
The resolution provides that the emergency adoption of this Law was, and continues to be,
necessary for the preservation of the general welfare of the Reservation population. The emergency
adoption of this Law ensures that the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department can continue the inhouse management and oversight of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan since the Epic contract
terminated on September 30, 2022, in order to provide a smooth transition and uninterrupted
service to the members of the Nation participating in the Oneida Life Insurance Plan and the
beneficiaries that will emerge in the next fiscal year and beyond.
Additionally, observance of the requirements under the Legislative Procedures Act for the
adoption of this Law was, and continues to be, contrary to public interest. The Epic contract for
the management of OLIPP terminated on September 30, 2022, and the process and requirements
of the Legislative Procedures Act could not be completed in time to ensure that the Law can be
adopted to address the management and oversight of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan by the Oneida
Trust Enrollment Department prior to the termination date.
The extension of the emergency adoption of the Law will become effective on March 28, 2023,
when the emergency adoption of this Law as adopted through BC-09-28-22-C expires and will
remain in effect for an additional six (6) month term which will end on September 28, 2023.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Adopted on an Emergency Basis through BC-09-28-22-C
OBC Consideration of Emergency Extension
Title 10. General Welfare Exclusion - Chapter 1004
ONEIDA LIFE INSURANCE PLAN
1004.1. Purpose and Policy
1004.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal
1004.3. Definitions
1004.4. Establishment
1004.5. Qualifications, Designation of Beneficiary, and Notice
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1004.7. Funding
1004.1. Purpose and Policy
1004.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this law is to provide a death benefit through the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan (OLIPP) for all eligible enrolled Oneida Nation members, pursuant to the Oneida
General Welfare law.
(a) The General Tribal Council, through resolution GTC-01-17-09-B, approved the
concept of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan Plus to replace the Oneida Burial Fund. The
General Tribal Council directed implementation of a benefit that pays fifteen thousand
dollars ($15,000) to the designated beneficiary or beneficiaries of the deceased Oneida
Nation member. The payment of death benefits through OLIPP to designated beneficiaries
of a deceased Oneida Nation member is an exercise of self-governance crucial to the
Oneida Nation’s sovereignty, and health and welfare of the community.
1004.1-2. Policy. It is the policy of the Nation to care for its members and their families even
after their death. The Nation seeks to internalize the Oneida Life Insurance Plan process to ensure
equitable and expedient distribution to designated beneficiaries.
1004.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal
1004.2-1. This law was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee on an emergency basis by
resolution BC-09-28-22-C.
1004.2-2. This law may be amended or repealed by the Oneida Business Committee or the General
Tribal Council pursuant to the procedures set out in the Legislative Procedures Act.
1004.2-3. Should a provision of this law or the application thereof to any person or circumstances
be held as invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this law which are considered
to have legal force without the invalid portions.
1004.2-4. In the event of a conflict between a provision of this law and a provision of another law,
the provisions of this law shall control.
1004.2-5. This law is adopted under authority of the Constitution of the Oneida Nation.
1004.3. Definitions
1004.3-1. This section shall govern the definitions of words and phrases used within this law. All
words not defined herein shall be used in their ordinary and everyday sense.
(a) "Approved program" means any program(s) to provide general welfare assistance that
is intended to qualify as a General Welfare Exclusion, administered under specific
guidelines, and is adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through resolution or law of
the Nation in accordance with the Oneida General Welfare law.
(b) "Benefit" means the fifteen thousand dollars provided ($15,000) to pay for funeral
expenses of an enrolled member of the Nation, with any residual amounts paid thereafter
to the designated beneficiary.
(c) “Decedent” means the deceased person.
(d) “Designated Beneficiary” means any person(s) designated by the enrolled member of
the Nation, through the approved beneficiary designation form, to receive all or a portion
of the decedent’s Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefit.
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(e) “Funeral Expenses” means the cost of the funeral of the decedent accrued and invoiced
by the funeral home including, but not limited to, the following:
(1) funeral planning;
(2) securing the necessary permits and copies of death certificates;
(3) preparing the notices;
(4) sheltering the remains;
(5) coordinating the arrangements with the cemetery, crematory or other third
parties;
(6) transporting the remains;
(7) embalming and other preparation;
(8) use of the funeral home for the viewing, ceremony or memorial service;
(9) use of equipment and staff for a graveside service;
(10) use of a hearse or limousine;
(11) a casket, outer burial container or alternate container; and
(12) cremation or interment.
(f) “Nation” means the Oneida Nation.
1004.4. Establishment
1004.4-1. Establishment. The Oneida Life Insurance Plan is hereby established as an approved
program of the Nation in accordance with the Oneida General Welfare law. The purpose of the
Oneida Life Insurance Plan is to provide fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) of financial assistance
to eligible members of the Nation to pay for funeral expenses, with any residual benefit amounts
paid thereafter to the designated beneficiary.
1004.4-2. General Welfare Exclusion. The Oneida Life Insurance Plan meets the requirements of
the General Test as defined in the Oneida General Welfare law; General Criteria as defined in
I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35. Section 5.01(1); and the requirements of the Tribal General Welfare
Exclusion Act of 2014, 26 U.S.C. §139E(b).
(a) The assistance provided through the Oneida Life Insurance Plan is:
(1) paid on behalf of the Nation;
(2) pursuant to an approved program of the Nation;
(3) does not discriminate in favor of members of the governing body of the Nation;
(4) available to any eligible member of the Nation who meets the guidelines of the
approved program;
(5) provided for the promotion of general welfare;
(6) not lavish or extravagant;
(7) not compensation for services; and
(8) not a per capita payment.
(b) . I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35, section 5.02(2)(e)(iv) lists funeral, burial, and expenses
related to a death as Safe Harbor program for which need is presumed.
1004.5. Qualifications, Designation of Beneficiary, and Notice
1004.5-1. Eligibility. All members of the Nation shall qualify for benefits from the Oneida Life
Insurance Plan to be used for funeral expenses first, with any residual benefits distributed to a
designated beneficiary.
(a) Newly enrolled members of the Nation shall be covered the date their enrollment
application is approved by Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee and Oneida Business
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(b) Members of the Nation that have relinquished their membership shall not be covered
from the date their relinquishment request is approved by the Oneida Trust Enrollment
Committee and Oneida Business Committee.
1004.5-2. Designation of Beneficiary. A member of the Nation shall complete the Oneida Trust
Enrollment Committee approved beneficiary designation form and submit it to the Oneida Trust
Enrollment Committee, either online or in person at the Oneida Trust Enrollment Office, prior to
their death in order to secure benefits from the Oneida Life Insurance Plan for their beneficiary.
(a) Any Oneida Life Insurance Plan beneficiary designation forms submitted prior to the
effective date of this law shall remain valid.
(b) Oneida Life Insurance Plan residual benefits shall not be paid or claimed if the decedent
did not designate a living beneficiary though the beneficiary designation form.
(c) This section shall not be enforced during the initial one hundred and eighty (180) days
after the effective date of this law, thereby creating a one hundred eighty (180) day grace
period to permit members of the Nation to complete and submit designated beneficiary
forms.
(d) A parent or legal guardian may complete and submit a beneficiary designation form
on behalf of their minor child or ward.
(e) Funeral expenses shall be paid directly to the funeral home upon submission of a valid
invoice, up to the limit of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits, even if a designated
beneficiary has not been designated.
1004.5-3. Notice of Death. The Oneida Trust Enrollment Department shall be notified within one
(1) year of the member of the Nation’s death in order to distribute the Oneida Life Insurance Plan
benefits to the beneficiary. Oneida Life Insurance Plan claims made beyond the first anniversary
of the decedent’s death shall not be processed for distribution.
1004.5-4. Oversight. The Trust Enrollment Department shall be delegated the oversight and
management of the Oneida Life Insurance Plan.
1004.6. Beneficiary Claim Process and Distribution
1004.6-1. Evidence as to Passing or Status. In proceedings under this law, the following rules
relating to determination of death and status are applicable:
(a) A certified or authenticated copy of a death certificate purporting to be issued by an
official or agency of the place where the death purportedly occurred is prima facie proof
of the fact, place, date and time of death, and the identity of the decedent;
(b) A certified or authenticated copy of any record or report of a governmental agency,
domestic or foreign, of a decedent’s death; and
(c) A person who is absent for a continuous period of seven (7) years, during which they
have not been heard from, and whose absence is not satisfactorily explained after diligent
search or inquiry is presumed to be dead. Their death is presumed to have occurred at the
end of the period unless there is sufficient evidence for determining that death occurred
earlier.
1002.6-2. Effect of Homicide on Beneficiary Designation. A designated beneficiary who
criminally and intentionally causes the death of the decedent shall not be entitled to any benefits
passing under this law.
1002.6-3. Distribution. Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits shall be distributed in the following
order:
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(a) Funeral expenses shall be paid to the funeral home pursuant to receipt of a valid
invoice therefrom;
(b) Residual benefits shall be paid to the designated beneficiary;
(c) Residual benefits shall escheat to the Nation if the decedent did not designate a
beneficiary for the Oneida Life Insurance Plan benefits in accordance with this law.
1004.7. Funding
1004.7-1. Funding Source. The Oneida Life Insurance Plan shall be contingent on funding
through the Nation’s annual budget.
End.
Emergency Adopted – BC-09-28-22-C
Emergency Extension – BC-__-__-__-__
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Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Community Library Board
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
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:
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Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
March 10, 2023
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Community Library Board
Background
Two (2) vacancies have been posted for the Oneida Community Library Board. The
vacancies are for the terms ending March 31, 2024, and March 31, 2026.
One (1) vacancy has been posted since October 26, 2021, and one (1) vacancy has
been posted since January 30, 2023. The latest application deadline was March 3, 2023,
and two (2) application(s) were received for the following applicant(s):
Kathleen Cornelius
Bridget John
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending March 31, 2024, and
March 31, 2026, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation Arts Board
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
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:
March 10, 2023
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Nation Arts Board
Background
Two (2) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Nation Arts Board. The vacancies are to
complete terms ending March 31, 2026.
The vacancy has been posted since January 30, 2023. The latest application deadline was
March 3, 2023, and Three (3) application(s) were received for the following applicant(s):
Kent Hutchison
Kelli Strickland
Russell Metoxen Jr.
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending March 31, 2026, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**, OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Police Commission
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
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:
March 10, 2023
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Police Commission
Background
Two (2) vacancies have been posted for the Oneida Police Commission. The vacancies are
for the term ending July 31, 2024, and July 31, 2025.
The vacancies have been posted since June 1, 2022. The latest application deadline was
March 3, 2023, and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):
William Sauer
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending July 31, 2024, or July
31, 2025, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**, OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
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:
March 10, 2023
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board
Background
Four (4) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board. Two (2)
vacancies are to complete terms ending June 30, 2024, and two (2) vacancies are to
complete terms ending June 30, 2025.
Three vacancies have been posted since 2019 and one (1) vacancy since 2021. The latest
application deadline was November 4, 2022, and three (3) applications were received for
the following applicant(s):
Elijah Metoxen
Melissa Metoxen
Sidney White
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending June 30, 2024, or June
30, 2025, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**, OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the March 1, 2023, Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Legislative Operating
☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Committee
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
David P. Jordan, Councilman
Primary Requestor:
Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center
March 1, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Present: Marie Cornelius, Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster
Excused: David P. Jordan
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Carolyn Salutz, Grace Elliott, Brooke Doxtator, Tina
Jorgenson (Microsoft Teams), Todd VandenHeuvel (Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto
(Microsoft Teams), Mark Powless (Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon Metoxen (Microsoft Teams),
Peggy Van Gheem (Microsoft Teams), Brenda Skenandore (Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless
(Microsoft Teams), Eric Boulanger (Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (Microsoft Teams), Michelle
Tipple (Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (Microsoft Teams),
Joy Salzwedel (Microsoft Teams), Matt Denny (Microsoft Teams), Michelle Braaten (Microsoft
Teams), Derrick King (Microsoft Teams), Dennis Johnson (Microsoft Teams),
I.
Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Kirby Metoxen called the March 1, 2023, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adopt the agenda; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried unanimously.
II.
Minutes to be Approved
1. February 15, 2023 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Marie Cornelius to approve the February 15, 2023, LOC meeting minutes and
forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
Current Business
1. Emergency Management Law Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the adoption packet for the Emergency
Management law amendments and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for
consideration; seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
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2. Election Law Emergency Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Election law emergency amendments adoption
packet and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for consideration; seconded by
Marie Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures Amendments
Motion by Marie Cornelius to accept the public comments and the public comment review
memorandum and defer to a work meeting for further consideration; seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
New Submissions
1. Petition: L. Dallas – Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Assistance
Motion by Jennifer Webster to add the Petition: L. Dallas – Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Treatment Assistance to the Active Files List with Daniel Guzman King as the sponsor;
seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Petition: L. Dallas – FY 2023 Budget
Motion by Jennifer Webster to add the Petition: L. Dallas – FY 2023 Budget to the Active
Files List with Marie Cornelius as the sponsor; seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion
carried unanimously.
3. Petition: L. Dallas – GTC Directive for OBC to Stay Out of Day-to-Day Business
Motion by Jennifer Webster to add the Petition: L. Dallas – GTC Directive for OBC to
Stay Out of Day-to-Day Business to the Active Files List with Jennifer Webster as the
sponsor; seconded by Marie Cornelius. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Petition: L. Zeise – Uncap All Employee Wages
Motion by Jennifer Webster to add the Petition: L. Zeise – Uncap All Employee Wages to
the Active Files List with Marie Cornelius as the sponsor; seconded by Daniel Guzman
King. Motion carried unanimously.
V.
Additions
VI.
Administrative Items
VII.
Executive Session
VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Marie Cornelius to adjourn at 9:27 a.m.; seconded by Daniel Guzman King.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Adopt resolution entitled Consolidating All Remaining ARPA FRF TCS Allocations and Closing Portal
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Adopt Resolution titled Consolidating All Remaing ARPA FRF TCS Allocations and
Closing Portal
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
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Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
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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: ARPA FRF TCS
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
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Jo Anne House, PhD | Chief Counsel
James R. Bittorf | Deputy Chief Counsel
Kelly M. McAndrews | Senior Staff Attorney
Law Office
Carl J. Artman
Krystal L. John
Peggy A. Van Gheem
Lydia M. Witte
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
DATE:
March 16, 2023
SUBJECT: ARPA FRF TCS – Consolidating Final Unallocated Funds and Closing Portal
At the March 13, 2023 Work Session the Oneida Business Committee requested that all
remaining unobligated APRA TCS funds be consolidated into a single category and that the final
group of projects be identified for approval. In addition, there was a need to rescind any prior
approves for projects that had not had obligations finalized by resolution, and that the portal
should be closed until all current projects were completed.
This list of projects are broken into two groups.
Group 1. Resolutions located under VIII. Standing Items, A., ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution
Savings Submissions
2. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Air Drill Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
3. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for CIP # 21-105 Orchard Retail Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
4. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 7 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
5. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 8 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
6. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Orchard Pruning Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings
7. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Semi-Truck Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
8. Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Tsyunhehkwa Cattle Trailer Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Group 2. Approved Projects to be submitted no later than the April 12, 2023 regular Oneida Business
Committee meeting.
Pow Wow Grounds-Michelle Danforth
Park Renovation-Shannon Stone
TAP Food for Events-Leslie Doxtator
Senior Ctr-Tina Jorgenson/Eli Metoxen
Great Law-Sarah Wunderlich
I have attached a resolution which accomplishes the requested actions.
N7210 Seminary Road ● P.O. Box 109 ● Oneida, WI 54155 ● 920.869.4327
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Statement of Effect
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Summary
The resolution consolidates all remaining ARPA FRF TCS allocations into “Final Projects;”
provides that approval of all projects previously approved by the Oneida Business Committee, but
for which funds have not been obligated by resolution, is rescinded; provides that remaining funds
of completed ARPA TCS funded projects shall be placed in the “Final Projects” allocation when
the final report is submitted; and provides that the ARPA TCS project submission portal shall be
closed and shall remain closed until re-opened by the Oneida Business Committee by motion.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: March 17, 2023
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Nation received approximately one hundred and thirty-five million dollars
(135,000,000) in federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act – Fiscal Recovery Funds
(ARPA FRF). To provide guidance to the organization, as well as awareness to the membership,
on how the Nation intends to apply the ARPA FRF to its recovery efforts once received, the Oneida
Business Committee adopted resolution BC-06-09-21-B, Setting Goals for Application of Funding
from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to Direct Support to Individuals, Families, Community
and the Oneida Nation. In resolution BC-06-09-21-B, the Oneida Business Committee identified
that the primary applications for the use of ARPA FRF would be to aid members and create
tangible benefits related to housing, food sovereignty, education, and culture. In addition, the
Oneida Business Committee directed the ARPA FRF to be spread across a three (3) year period in
eight (8) specific categories to guide expenditures to meet such primary applications in an
informed and transparent manner through the approval of projects by resolution.
After the adoption of resolution BC-06-09-21-B, the Oneida Business Committee received
information which indicated that there was a more immediate need to address the pandemic’s
twelve (12) to fifteen (15) month negative impact on the membership’s access to jobs, education,
healthcare, and housing. The Oneida Business Committee then adopted resolution BC-06-23-21C, Amendment # 1 to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Investment Allocation to Direct
Membership Assistance, which amended resolution BC-06-09-21-B to reflect its decision, which,
more specifically, was to apply the 45% Direct Membership Assistance payment of three thousand
dollars ($3,000) in the current fiscal year, with any remaining funds after the payment to be
allocated in Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023. Additionally, resolution BC-06-23-21-C provided
clarification on the eligibility for membership assistance general welfare exclusion payments,
application period, obligation, and ability to approve projects across fiscal years; and directed that
the allocations be reviewed at least each fiscal year to determine whether modifications should be
made. The work sheet that was attached to resolution BC-06-09-21-B was also deleted by
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resolution BC-06-23-21-C and replaced with the work sheet attached thereto, entitled, American
Recovery Plan Act – FRF; Lost Revenue; ARPA FRF LR Investments – Updated June 23, 2021.
The Oneida Business Committee then adopted resolution BC-03-30-22-A, Updating Tribal
Contribution Savings Processes and Allocations, which provided that the Oneida Business
Committee had been presented with recommended amendments to the processes based on
implementation of the June 2021 resolutions, application of ARPA FRF through the lost revenue
formula, identification of direct use and Tribal Contribution Savings. The Oneida Business
Committee reviewed the recommendations and determined that the recommended amendments
offer clarification in the processes and provide reporting at intervals that will keep all parties
informed on the status of approved projects.
Resolution BC-03-30-22-A superseded the processes identified in Resolve #6 of resolution BC06-09-21-B, as amended by Resolve #2 of resolution BC-06-23-21-C, and adopted a revised
project approval process which was supplemented with needed Standard Operating Procedures
approved by the FRF Program Office. This resolution also rescinded the allocation spreadsheet
attached to resolution BC-06-23-21-C dated June 23, 2021, replacing it with the allocation in the
spreadsheet attached to this resolution dated March 30, 2022.
The Oneida Business Committee has approved obligations to use the APRA TCS funds by
resolution which identify the project, project cost, and project owner. The remaining APRA TCS
funds, approximately ten million eight hundred thousand dollars ($10,800,000) are being obligated
in a final set of actions of the Oneida Business Committee at the March 22, 2023 meeting with
very little remaining. The final obligation of ARPA TCS funds should be identified when all
current approved funded projects are completed and excess funds returned which can then be
obligated in a final project.
Once adopted by the Oneida Business Committee, this resolution provides that all allocated, and
unobligated, ARPA TCS funds are consolidated under “Final Projects” which are identified in the
following two groups.
Group 1. Resolutions located under VIII, Standing Items, A., ARPA FRF and Tribal
Contribution Savings Submissions
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Air Drill Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for CDC # 21-105 Orchard Retail
Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 7 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 8 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Orchard Pruning Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Semi-Truck Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Tsyunhehkwa Cattle Trailer Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings
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Group 2. Approved projects to be submitted no later than the April 12, 2023 regular Oneida
Business Committee meeting.
Pow Wow Grounds-Michelle Danforth
Park Renovation-Shannon Stone
TAP Food for Events-Leslie Doxtator
Senior Ctr-Tina Jorgenson/Eli Metoxen
Great Law-Sarah Wunderlich
This resolution also provides that approval of all projects previously approved by the Oneida
Business Committee, but for which funds have not been obligated by resolution, is rescinded.
Remaining funds of completed ARPA TCS funded projects shall be placed in the “Final Projects”
allocation when the final report is submitted. The ARPA TCS project submission portal shall be
closed and shall remain closed until re-opened by the Oneida Business Committee by motion.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation received approximately $135 million in federal funds through the
American Rescue Plan Act – Fiscal Recovery Funds; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee determined that there funds should be used under the
government replacement revenue formula and all funds covered under this formula would
be transferred to APRA FRF Tribal Contribution Savings (“ARPA TCS”) to be tracked in
the Investment Report submitted in the Treasurer’s Monthly Report, see resolution # BC06-09-21-B; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee also allocated the ARPA TCS funds across eight
categories intending to allocate at least 45% of those funds to Direct Membership
Assistance and the remainder to housing, food and agriculture, education, culture and
language, revenue generation and overall priorities related to good governance, see
resolution # BC-06-09-21-B as amended by resolution # BC-06-23-21-C; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee as approved obligations to use the APRA TCS funds by
resolution which identify the project, project cost, and project owner; and
WHEREAS,
ARPA TSC funded projects are reported on at the Oneida Business Committee work
sessions, on the Oneida Nation’s website, and in the Kaliwhisaks; and
WHEREAS,
the remaining APRA TCS funds, approximately $10.8 million, are being obligated in a
final set of actions of the Oneida Business Committee at the March 22, 2023, meeting
with very little remaining; and
WHEREAS,
the final obligation of ARPA TCS funds should be identified when all current approved
funded projects are completed and excess funds returned which can then be obligated in
a final project;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that all allocated, and unobligated, ARPA TCS funds are
consolidated under “Final Projects” which are identified in the following two groups.
Group 1. Resolutions located under VIII, Standing Items, A., ARPA FRF and Tribal Contribution
Savings Submissions:
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Air Drill Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for CDC # 21-105 Orchard Retail Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 7 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Class 8 Tractor Lease Buy Out Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Orchard Pruning Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Semi-Truck Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
Adopt Resolution Entitled Obligation for Tsyunhehkwa Cattle Trailer Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings
Group 2. Approved projects to be submitted no later than the April 12, 2023, regular Oneida
Business Committee meeting:
Pow Wow Grounds - Michelle Danforth
Park Renovation - Shannon Stone
TAP Food for Events - Leslie Doxtator
Senior Center - Tina Jorgenson/Eli Metoxen
Great Law - Sarah Wunderlich
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, approval of all projects previously approved by the Oneida Business
Committee, but for which funds have not been obligated by resolution, is rescinded.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, remaining funds of completed ARPA TCS funded projects shall be placed
in the “Final Projects” allocation when the final report is submitted.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the ARPA TCS project submission portal is closed and shall remain closed
until re-opened by the Oneida Business Committee by motion.
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Environmental, Health, Safety, Land & Agriculture Division
ONEIDA
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
MEMORANDUM
RE:
Obligation for Orchard Retail 21-105 Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings Resolution
DATE: March 15, 2023
FROM: Vanessa Miller, Food and Agriculture Area Manager
The purpose of this proposed resolution is to obligate $1,500,000 from Tribal Contribution
Savings to pursue a new orchard retail store. A new store will enhance customer experience
and expand operational and sale capacity. The Oneida Business Committee reviewed and
supported this project on March 13, 2023. I respectfully request support for this resolution to
obligate these funds.
Best,
Vanessa Miller
Oneida Nation Food and Agriculture Area Manager
920-370-3047
vmiller@oneidanation.org
Little Bear Development Center
N7332 Water Circle Place
Oneida, WI 54155
Tsyunhehkwa Farm
N139 Riverdale Drive
Oneida, WI 54155
Land &Conservation Office
470 Airport Drive
Oneida, WI 54155
Cannery
N7210 Seminary Rd
Oneida, WI 54155
Oneida Nation Farm
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WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation has received Fiscal Recovery Funds (FRF) through the American
Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds to address matters arising out of the COVID-19
pandemic; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has approved application of ARPA FRF through the
revenue loss formula set forth in 31 CFR 35.6(d)(2) which applied these federal funds
throughout the Nation’s budget to governmental programs business units beginning with
“42#####”; and
WHEREAS,
the savings from the application of these funds has resulted in tribal funds being placed in
the line “Tribal Contribution Savings” in the Investment Report presented in the Treasurer’s
Report”; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has determined that Tribal Contribution Savings funds
should be used as set out in resolution # BC-06-09-21-B, as amended by resolution # BC06-23-21-C which designates percentage allocations to eight categories (percentages
rounded) –
Direct Membership Assistance, 45% of funds;
Housing, 17% of funds;
Food and Agriculture, 12% of funds;
Education, 6% of funds;
Culture and Language, 10% of funds;
Revenue Generations, 2% of funds;
Government Roles and Responsibilities, 3% of funds;
Overall Priority – Land, Infrastructure, Sovereignty, 5% of funds; and
WHEREAS,
the purpose of this project is to construct a new Orchard retail facility in a proposed new
location. This project would include demolition of the existing structures and relocation of
a new retail store. The proposed relocation of the store will look to offer a solution for the
current less than ideal location of the retail facility where it stands now and the safety issues
that are incurred with this. This project will look to offer more value-added retail pieces of
the Orchard operation and offer our community an enhanced outdoor agricultural
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experience, strengthening our local economy by attracting and encouraging local dollars.;
and
WHEREAS,
the Project Owner for the proposed project is requesting $1,500,000 obligated from the
Tribal Contribution Savings, Food and Agriculture; and
WHEREAS,
this project will be concluded by December 31, 2027; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has reviewed the proposed project; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee approves the obligation of
funds for CIP # 21-105 Orchard Retail, in the amount of $1,500,000 from Tribal Contribution Savings, Food
and Agriculture with Vanessa Miller, Food and Agriculture Area Manager assigned as the Project Owner.
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Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute start-up report
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
܈Open
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Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
܈Accept as information; OR
Enter the requested motion related to this item.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܆Finance
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5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 11/15/2021
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6. Supporting Documents:
܆Bylaws
܆Contract Document(s)
܆Correspondence
܆Draft GTC Notice
܆Draft GTC Packet
܆E-poll results/back-up
܆Other: Describe
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܈Report
܆Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܈Unbudgeted
܆Other: Describe
܆Budgeted – Grant Funded
܆Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Cheryl Stevens, Grants Manager
signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2023.03.14 17:12:44 -05'00'
Revised: 11/15/2021
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Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Start-up Report
Introduction/History:
Congress passed the Indian Tribal Governmental Tax Status Act in 1982, and codified Section
7871 of the Internal Revenue Code. 7871 organizations offer many of the same tax benefits for
donors and the 501c3, but one major difference from a 501c3, IRS will treat a 7871 Tribal
Government as “State governments” for a variety of specified tax purposes. 7871 status gives
Tribal governments an appropriate legal, political and economic means to establish, regulate
and control philanthropic activities in their communities, while allowing tribes to maintain a
greater degree of sovereignty than they would under a 501c3 designation. There were three
ways for a Federally Recognized Tribe to operate a nonprofit organization:
1) Incorporate under state law and then apply for 501(c)(3) status from the IRS. This way
opens the Tribe to regulation by the state government and the federal government.
2) Incorporate a nonprofit corporation under tribal law by passing tribal corporation codes
that allow them to incorporate nonprofits under their tribal law. The IRS does grant
501(c)(3) status to tribally incorporated nonprofit corporations,
3) Establish a fund, program, or subdivision that is designed to perform charitable activities
for public purpose. This type of charitable organization is a part of the tribal
government, holds on to sovereign power, and is termed a 7871 organization.
7871 Organization vs. Non Profit 501(c)3 advantage: Tax-exempt status for similar to a
501(c)(3). A charitable contribution is tax deductible. Recognized by the Department of
Treasury and Department of Interior and created for federally recognized tribal governments.
7871 Organization
Non-Profit 501(c)3
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Charity Org. Tax Exempt
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Charity Org. Tax Exempt
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Established by Tribal Government
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Established by State Government
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Report through Tribal Government
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Report through State Government
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Strengthens Sovereignty
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Subject to state law and regulation
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The Grants Office has always been looking for a fundraising option for youth groups looking for
support/training. With the help of the Internal Services Director, the Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute (OYLI) was created through a First Nations Institute grant to pursue the option of a
7871 entity that provided for less State control over the entity and more tribal control. A 7871
entity enables Tribes to exercise their sovereign rights when establishing a charitable
organization.
This type of entity can avoid interference by state and federal governments. “Creating a
charitable tribal program, fund, or subdivision that is designed for exclusively public purposes is
one way that a tribe can provide for the needs of its citizens, raise external charitable funds, and
maintain the sovereign rights of the tribe in operating the program without the potential for
state or federal government interference.” (Charitable and Sovereign: Understanding Tribal
7871 Organizations - Native Assets Research Center Research Report 2009-2B, First Nations
Development Institute.)
A team was developed to pursue this endeavor in 2013 and in 2014 the OBC passed a
resolution to approve the concept of a 7871 organization. Development began and the 7871
status was deeply researched by a core group within the Nation. In September of 2016 the OBC
adopted the resolution to create the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute for treatment under
Section7871 of the IRS code, along with approved the initial Articles of Incorporation and the
OYLI Charter. In June of 2017 the first official Board was appointed and sworn in by the OBC.
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Vision
Continue the legacy of our nation by empowering future Oneida leaders.
Mission Statement
Investing in the development of our youth to enhance nation building by learning from
our past, embracing our present, and leaving a
legacy for the future.
Purpose:
The Oneida Youth Leadership Institute is a tax-deductible 7871 entity of the Oneida Nation
actively planning for the 7th generation by providing opportunities, initiatives, and trainings
that can help inspire our Native youth to become strong, progressive leaders. The Youth
Leadership Institute will foster: Traditional Heritage/Culture; Healthy Minds/Healthy Bodies;
Citizen Engagement; Leadership; Academic Excellence; Entrepreneurship; Networking.
Our goal is to empower our Youth to lead a nation of strong families within their communities.
Through the efforts of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute, we have developed a framework
for the project that will allow the Nation to: 1) initiate philanthropic efforts to advance its role
of supporting youth leadership; 2) develop a Youth Leadership Fund initiative that would
provide opportunities for youth to build a knowledge base for growth and development; 3)
significantly identify innovative approaches to further our philanthropic work while
strengthening our ongoing fundraising capability by developing connections between
philanthropic organizations.
This Institute project will allow us to share our knowledge beyond the project scope, to be
exposed to each other’s culture and heritage, and to unite Indian Country for our future
generations. Our mission of cultivating and nurturing the future of our youth by provided the
tools, training, and education to empower the young leaders of the Oneida Nation.
The Oneida Youth Leadership Institute will be a 7871 organization that will benefit the
community youth programs by providing a tax-exempt fundraising vehicle to provide for youth
development initiatives. Other programs and areas such as the Lacrosse teams, ONSS, ARTS
Program, NIAG, etc., will be able to utilize the 7871 status of the Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute for all tax-deductible fundraising activities, donations, and events.
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Board Members:
The OYLI is overseen by a Board of a minimum of five and maximum of seven directors who are
appointed by the Oneida Business Committee through the Oneida Board member application process.
Selection and consideration is based on qualities of industry, responsibility, integrity, and judgment, as
well as expertise in management, business, youth services and law. Currently we have a board of six
members with one member extended until we can get a full board. Therefore, we are in need of two
more board members to make a full board.
Serving on the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board of Directors requires time, focus, and effort. At
a minimum, members should expect to fulfill a three-year staggered term; may be re-elected and serve
the full term unless a condition under Bylaw Article 1(c) are met. Board Members are required to
undertake the following expectations:
1. Perform duties as outlined by the current Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board Bylaws.
2. Act only in the best interests of the Board.
a. Put the Board’s interest before any other personal or professional interests.
b. Remember to serve the best interests of the Board on which you are sitting.
3. Be involved in major decisions
a. Be actively involved in decision making.
b. Actively participate in Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board planning, governance
and development activities.
c. Attend meetings regularly and contribute to discussions.
d. Honor decisions and actions taken at meetings you may not have been able to attend.
4. Make decisions jointly with other Board members
a. The Board must act together for the overall benefit of the Oneida Nation.
b. No member can make or take action alone, unless delegated to do so.
c. Answer promptly email and other communications that request and require a response.
5. Attend and contribute to all Board meetings
a. To fulfill these duties, it will be critical for The Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board
members to remain active and responsive throughout their tenure. In extraordinary
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circumstances, if members anticipate they will need to be inactive from the Oneida
Youth Leadership Institute Board for a period of time, they should notify the
Chairperson in advance. If Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board members become
inactive without warning, the Chairperson will reach out to the member to better
understand the situation and work with the member to rectify it. If the member is
unresponsive or their inactivity becomes chronic, the Chairperson has the authority to
request that the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board members vote to replace the
member with an appointed replacement to finish the term of the original member, in
accordance with Bylaw Article I 4(c). If the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board
Chairperson becomes inactive and unresponsive, other Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute Board members should call this to the attention of the Board.
b. Prepare for meetings and provide feedback to the Chairperson or Directors on any
agenda item if unable to attend.
c. In-person or phone/skype attendance at meetings: twelve monthly meetings, four
quarterly meetings, and up to four Special Oneida Youth Leadership Institute meetings
require Board member attendance; stipends are paid for each duly called and held
meeting. In-person attendance at a minimum of 75% or 15 of the meetings per year is
expected.
d. Telephone conferences organized by the staff.
6. Be objective, honest, behave with integrity, and maintain confidentiality when required.
7. Use specific skills, knowledge or experience to contribute to sound decision-making.
a. New Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board members will be carefully trained and
oriented to ensure continuity of process and ongoing operations. Existing Board
members and staff will be responsible for training and orientation for the new Board
members. Expenses associated with fulfilling Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board
membership (e.g., travel/training costs) will be funded by the Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute Board budget.
b. Ongoing monitoring and participation in Trust discussions and activities within the
community.
8. Support decisions taken.
Specific Roles - Specific Board Roles include the following expectations for members within and for
the Board:
Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Board Member: The five to seven Oneida Youth Leadership Institute
Board members will serve on various sub-Boards, as needed.
Business Committee Liaison: A member of the Business Committee, will serve as liaison to the Oneida
Youth Leadership Institute Board, have voting rights, and attend all duly called Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute Board meetings. If unable to attend, his/her delegate will attend to share the meeting
information with the Liaison.
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Directors: Directors shall administer the actions taken by the Board. The Board and Directors will
provide resources needed to carry out the Board charge. This will include administrative support staff to
assist with minute taking, scheduling meetings, collecting information from the Chairperson for meeting
agendas, and forwarding materials to the necessary Boards and sub-committees. Directors will help
collect other relevant materials and will act as advisors regarding Oneida Youth Leadership Institute
policies and processes. Directors on Boards may serve as co-chairs if assigned but are not assumed to be
Board leaders. They will be expected to abide by the Bylaws, Charter, Tribal Laws, and Oneida Youth
Leadership Institute Agreements and will contribute fully to the work of their groups.
Exempt and Non-Exempt Staff: All staff members of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Boards may
also serve on sub-committees, when assigned by a Director. The staff members will be expected to
abide by the Bylaws, Charter, Tribal Laws, and Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Agreements and
contribute fully to the work of their groups.
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Operational Plan:
Board members currently all have other jobs and duties outside of the Oneida Youth Leadership
Institute. With the level of expectations of the OYLI overall, an Executive Manager is a key position. This
positions will be responsible for managing the daily activities for the OYLI to assure that the vision and
mission if being met. They will be structuring the board meetings, may create strategic plans for
fundraising, and securing media exposure, as well as creating relationships with possible sponsors and
or donors. This position is the key to assure that all aspects of the OYLI will be properly achieved.
This position will be a big part in the planning, organizing, leading, and being the front spokesperson for
the OYLI. Therefore, this person must have the qualities of a top management position with the skills of
visionary, organization, development, advocacy, and motivation and communication. The success of the
OYLI will be in the ability of the Executive Manager to create an environment that can help to
successfully meet the OYLI’s overall goals and objectives.
Executive Assistant will provide much needed operational and organizational assistance to the Executive
Manager. This position will provide the Executive Manager with full administrative support including
managing schedules, filing, meeting notes and minutes, processing paperwork, ordering supplies, as well
as assist in fundraising planning, and any other task that will help the Executive Manager meet their
goals. This position will allow the Executive Manager to stay on task with the strategic work that needs
to be done to make OYLI successful, however it is at a level where they can also add great tactic
expertise and proactivity to OYLI. This high-performance position will require excellent communication
and people skills as well as the ability to be a front spokesperson for OYLI as well as be self-motivating,
confident, and be a strategic thinker with a great work ethic.
Reporting Structure:
The Oneida Youth Leadership Institutes reports directly to the Oneida Business Committee through the
following process as stated in the OYLI bylaws:
Article IV. Reporting
1. Agenda Items. The Board shall maintain agenda items in an identified and consistent format.
2. Minutes and Attachments. The Board shall type minutes in a consistent format designed to generate
the most informative record of the meetings of the Board. Handouts, reports, memoranda, and the like
may be attached to the minutes and agenda, or may be kept separately, provided that all materials can
be identified based on the meeting in which they were presented.
3. Reporting. The Board shall also make quarterly reports to the Oneida Business Committee and annual
and semi-annual reports to the Oneida General Tribal Council as described below, provided that the
Board shall approve all reports by official Board action prior to the report’s submittal to the Oneida
Business Committee and/or the General Tribal Council:
(a) Quarterly Reporting. The Board shall make quarterly reports to the Oneida Business
Committee based on the reporting schedule created by the Nation’s Secretary, approved by the
Oneida Business Committee and posted on the Nation’s website. At a minimum, the Board shall
include the following information in its quarterly reports:
(1) Names: Provide the name of the Board, the director submitting the report, and the
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Oneida Business Committee liaison, and a list of the directors and their titles, their
term expiration dates and contact information.
(2) Minutes: Any required updates to meeting minutes previously submitted and
approved by the Oneida Business Committee including any actions that have been taken
and were not included in the meeting minutes previously approved by the Oneida
Business Committee. No action or approval of minutes is required by the Oneida
Business Committee unless specifically required by these by-laws.
(3) Financial Reports: In the format designated by the Treasurer and as may be required
by the Oneida Business Committee.
(4) Special Events during the Reporting Period: Report any special events held during the
reporting period.
(5) Anticipated Special Events for the Upcoming Reporting Period: Report any
anticipated special events to be held during the upcoming reporting period.
(6) Goals and Accomplishments: Provide the Board’s annual goals established in the
annual report pursuant to article 3(b)(5) and how the Board has worked towards
achieving such goals during the reporting period.
(7) Meetings: Indicate when and how often the Board is meeting and whether any
emergency and/or special meetings have been held.
(8) Follow-up: Report on any actions taken in response to Oneida Business Committee
and/or General Tribal Council directives, if any.
(b) Annual Reporting. The Board shall make annual reports to the Oneida General Tribal Council
based on their activities during the previous fiscal year using the format prescribed by the
Nation’s Secretary. At a minimum, the Board shall include the following information in its annual
reports:
(1) Names: Provide the name and purpose of the Board, a list of the directors and their
titles and the contact person for the Board and their contact information including
phone number, mailing address, email address, and the Board’s website.
(2) Meetings: Provide when meetings held, where they are held, at what time they are
held and whether they are open or closed.
(3) Stipends: Provide the amount of each stipend a director may be eligible to receive
and the funding source of the stipends.
(4) Budget: Provide the Board’s original budget for the previous fiscal year, what 288 the
actual budget expensed was at the close of the fiscal year, and, if not within the Board’s
original budget, an explanation for why the budget was exceeded. Also, provide the
funding source for the Board’s budget.
(5) Goals and Accomplishments: Provide up to three (3) accomplishments the Board
achieved in the previous fiscal year and how each accomplishment impacted the Oneida
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community. Also, provide three (3) strategic goals the Board will pursue in the new fiscal
year.
(6) Logo and Images: Provide the Board’s logo that may be included in the report and
any other pictures or images that the Board would like to be considered by the Nation’s
Secretary for inclusion in the report.
(c) Semi-Annual Reporting: The Board shall make semi-annual reports to the Oneida General
Tribal Council based on their activities during the current fiscal year using the format prescribed
by the Nation’s Secretary. At a minimum, the Board shall include the following information in
their annual reports:
(1) Names: Provide the name of the Board and, if there have been any changes since the
annual report, provide an update of the following information:
(A) the purpose of the Board;
(B) a list of the Board’s directors and their titles;
(C) the contact person for the Board and their contact information including phone
number, mailing address, email address, and the Board’s website.
(2) Meetings: If there have been any changes since the annual report, provide an update
of when meetings are held, where they are held, at what time they are held and
whether they are open or closed.
(3) Stipends: If there have been any changes since the annual report, provide an update
of the amount of each stipend a director may be eligible to receive and the funding
source for the stipends.
(4) Goals and Accomplishments: Provide an update on the three (3) strategic goals the
Board named in its annual report.
(5) Logo and Images: Provide any pictures or images that the Board would like to be
considered by the Nation’s Secretary for inclusion in the report and, if the Board’s logo
has changed since the annual report, provide the new logo that may be included in the
report.
The Board may take action to update the By-laws in the near future. This is within the by-laws to
“determine if they are current with the relevant laws of the Nation and meet the needs of the Board”.
Due to this organization having to take on donations, the Board was not full at the time and actions had
to be done at a fast pace. Just as OYLI was getting up and running, the LPGA came about. WPS/WE
wanted to donate money to the Nation, but they needed a nonprofit tax-exempt entity to donate to,
and it was determined that the OYLI would be able to take the donations. Thus started our operations
immediately and we did not slow down until the Pandemic. Now that the Board has begun to meet
again, they will be looking at the rushed bylaws and Charter more closely to make sure they meet the
needs of the Board and overall purpose of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute’s mission and vision.
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1st Year Start-up Budget:
Project Budget
Personnel:
Fulltime Exec. Manager @ $28/hr.
Admin. Assistant @ $19/hr.
Fringe:
Fulltime Exec. Manager 40% @ $28/hr.
Admin. Assistant 40% @ $19/hr.
Travel
Supplies
Equipment (one-time purchase)
Meeting Expense ($100/mtg x 12mo. x 7 board
members)
Consultant/Training (accounting, management,
board training, Roberts rules of order, etc.)
Other (software, printing, flyers, etc.)
Sub total YEAR 1
Indirect Costs @ 20.44% of Personnel
TOTAL
Tribal
Contribution
Grant Funding
Total
$58,240
$39,520
$0
$97,760.00
$23,296
$15,808
$0
$ 1,500
$6,000
$8,400
$0
$39,104.00
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,500.00
$6,000.00
$8,400.00
$5,000
$0
$5,000.00
$2,000
$0
$2,000
$ 159,764.00
$19,982.14
$179,746.14
Tribal
Contribution
Grant Funding
$58,240
$39,520
$0
$97,760.00
$23,296
$15,808
$0
$ 1,500
$0
$8,400
$0
$39,104.00
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$1,500.00
$0
$8,400.00
$3,000
$0
$3,000.00
$2,000
$0
$2,000
$ 151,764.00
$19,982.14
$171,746.14
Ongoing Budget to continue:
Project Budget
Personnel:
Fulltime Exec. Manager @ $28/hr.
Admin. Assistant @ $19/hr.
Fringe:
Fulltime Exec. Manager @ $28/hr.
Admin. Assistant @ $19/hr.
Travel
Supplies
Equipment (one-time purchase)
Meeting Expense ($100/mtg x 12mo. x 7 board
members)
Consultant/Training (accounting, management,
board training, Roberts rules of order, etc.)
Other (software, printing, flyers, etc.)
Sub total YEAR 1
Indirect Costs @ 20.44% of Personnel
TOTAL
Total
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Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Executive Manager
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Grants Office
909 Packerland Drive
Grants Manager
$28/hr.(NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE)
Exempt
As Soon As Possible
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Oneida Nation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in
employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law
in initial employment or re-employment.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director is the key management leader of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (OYLI). The Executive Director
is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include
fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors. This position will
perform and/or oversee a variety of associated nonprofit administration, fiscal, personnel support, and planning activities, some
of which require advanced or specialized knowledge and skills, such as budget administration and control, equipment,
facilities, and inventory management, specialized recordkeeping and database management, and/or specified informationgathering projects and tasks. Coordinate and facilitate meetings, program functions, and/or special events, as appropriate.
Lead and oversee lower graded staff and/or students. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Board Governance:
1. Executive Director is in charge of an organization’s strategic planning, they’re responsible for a wide variety of duties. They
often have the following responsibilities:
2. Collaborate with the board of Directors to identify, create and implement strategic plans to actualize business objectives.
3. Identify, recruit, train and develop a talented team of employees who can lead critical departments and manage strategic
business functions.
4. Monitor company operations and ensure employees and business practices comply with regulatory and legal
requirements.
5. Develop the organizational culture and promote transparency and collaboration throughout the organization.
6. Develop partnerships with company stakeholders, shareholders, industry regulators and other relevant parties.
7. Identify potential risks and opportunities within the organization and its environment to protect business interests.
8. Identify potential sources of investment and organize fundraising efforts.
9. Represent the company at social and corporate events in ways that strengthen the brand and communicate the company’s
message.
10. Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.
11. Responsible for leading the OYLI operations in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined
by the Board of Directors.
12. Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information
necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.
Financial Performance and Viability:
13. Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.
14. Responsible for fundraising and developing other revenues necessary to support the OYLI’s mission.
15. Responsible for the fiscal integrity of the OYLI to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and
monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Executive Manager
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16. Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum
resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
Organization Mission and Strategy:
17. Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that OYLI can successfully fulfill its Mission into the future.
18. Responsible for the enhancement of OYLI’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely
with other professional, civic and private organizations.
19. Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.
20. Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.
21. Responsible effective administration of OYLI operations.
22. Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into and on behalf of the
organization.
23. Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising and to
increase the overall visibility of the organization.
24. Supervise, collaborate with organization staff.
25. Strategic planning and implementation.
26. Planning and operation of annual budget.
27. Serve as OYLI’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media and the general public.
28. Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations and utilize those relationships to strategically enhance
OYLI’s Mission.
29. Oversee marketing and other communications efforts.
30. Oversee organization Board and committee meetings.
31. Establishing employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operation of
the nonprofit.
32. Review and approve contracts for services.
33. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
34. Monitor and tracks departmental budgets; prepare reports as requested.
35. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program
Strategic Plans and Policies.
36. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and
responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on
organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Administration Assistant
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently walk, sit; use hands and arms to reach and feel. Occasionally stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift and/or
move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
2. Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level.
3. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment and annually
thereafter as required.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Excellent understanding of finance-related performance standards
2. Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies
3. Demonstrated knowledge of corporate and regulatory best practices
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both verbally and in writing.
5. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
and with co-workers at all levels.
6. Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.
7. Ability to write clear and concise reports, memoranda, directives and letters.
8. Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
9. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
10. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
11. Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.
12. Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows
environment. Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding
community.
13. Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders,
partner agencies and volunteers.
14. Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation, leadership.
15. Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
16. Strong written and oral communication skills.
17. Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.
18. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
19. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
20. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nations’ Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy during
the course of employment.
21. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements,
Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation to be Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license
or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing
employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
22. A valid driver=s license, reliable transportation, and insurance. Must obtain a Wisconsin 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
Vehicle under the Oneida Nations’ Vehicle Drivers Policy prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a
condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1.. Two (2) years of previous nonprofit management experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Must be an enrolled member of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin.
2. A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management or closely related field from an accredited
college or university.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
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APPLY IN PERSON AT:
Public
Packet Drive
909 Packerland
Green Bay, WI 54303
APPLY ONLINE AT:
http://oneida-nsn.gov
POSITION TITLE:
POSITION NUMBER:
DEPARTMENT:
LOCATION:
DIVISION:
RESPONSIBLE TO:
SALARY:
CLASSIFICATION:
POSTING DATE:
CLOSING DATE:
Transfer Deadline:
Proposed Start Date:
Oneida Youth Leadership Institute Executive Assistant
OR MAIL TO:
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P.O. 121
Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Phone: (920) 496-7900
Fax: (920) 496-7490
Job Line: 1-800-236-7050
DRAFT
Grants Office
909 Packerland Drive
GM
Grants Manager
$19.00/hr. (NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE)
Exempt
As Soon As Possible
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Oneida Nation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in
employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law
in initial employment or re-employment.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute (OYLI)
Executive Manager. This includes: managing the donor database, drafting correspondence and providing receipts and
acknowledgements of gifts, coordinate meetings, assisting with event logistics, participating in events, note taking,
collaborating with board members, campaign managers and volunteers, supporting marketing projects, specialized
recordkeeping and database management, and/or specified information-gathering projects and tasks and maintaining the OYLI
office. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serves as frontline communication for OYLI office.
2. Answer incoming telephone calls, determine purpose of calls, and forward calls to appropriate personnel or department,
ensuring professional telephone etiquette.
3. Screen incoming calls and correspondence; exercise judgment and respond accordingly, receive, sort, log, and route mail.
4. Record and deliver messages or transfer calls to voice mail when appropriate.
5. Welcome visitors, determine nature of business, and announce visitors to appropriate personnel, maintaining professional
and courteous demeanor.
6. Arrange travel, prepare and submit travel-related documents, and maintain travel information as necessary.
7. Prepare correspondence, reports, minutes, agendas, memos, forms, directories, resolutions, ordinances, and other
documents and communications from drafts, recordings, or verbal instruction as requested.
8. Develop and maintain filing system.
9. Edit and review all correspondence and documents for correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
10. Manages Donation Tracker database and ensures proper data entry of donor information.
11. Processes all gifts, acknowledgements and reporting for cash contributions, in-kind donations, online gifts and payroll
deductions.
12. Creates and logs accurate gift coding, pledge payments, billing and past-due tracking. Coordinates regular database
maintenance duties such for consistency of format.
13. Ensures all research and donor records and information are obtained and maintained in an ethical and confidential
manner. Provides assistance to the Executive Director in supporting volunteer and board committees, including
preparation of materials and coordination of logistics; assures meeting follow-up
14. Assists with fundraising and stewardship event details and activities by working with staff, board members and volunteers
to organize and coordinate event details and logistics.
15. Supports marketing and communication projects including the e-newsletter, email blasts, GCUW website and social media
activities.
16. Attends Board Meetings, Campaign Meetings, Agency Meetings and other committee meetings as requested Understands
and endorses the mission and values of OYLI.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Cont.)
17. Maintain inventory of office supplies.
18. Create and develop effective presentations as requested.
19. Schedule of department events and activities; manages departmental or manager’s calendar.
20. Maintain and operate office machines, equipment, and computers. Perform or coordinate general maintenance and repair.
21. Transmit outgoing faxes, and retrieve, log, and distribute incoming faxes.
22. Other duties may be assigned.
23. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program
Strategic Plans and Policies.
24. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and
responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on
organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently walk, sit; use hands and arms to reach and feel. Occasionally stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift and/or
move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
2. Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level.
3. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment and annually
thereafter as required.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic math.
2. Knowledge of records management and basic accounting procedures including budgeting.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in both verbally and in writing.
4. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
and with co-workers at all levels.
5. Ability to write clear and concise reports, memoranda, directives and letters.
6. Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
7. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
8. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
9. Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.
10. Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows
environment.
11. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
12. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
13. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nations’ Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy during
the course of employment.
14. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements,
Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation to be Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license
or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing
employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
15. A valid driver=s license, reliable transportation, and insurance. Must obtain a Wisconsin 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
Vehicle under the Oneida Nations’ Vehicle Drivers Policy prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a
condition of employment.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. Three (3) years of previous administrative office experience, preferably in a nonprofit.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Must be an enrolled member of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin.
2. An Associate Degree in Administrative Assistant or Secretarial Science from an accredited college or university.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
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Review request for one (1) additional unbudgeted position for the Oneida Trust Enrollment Department
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
03/22/23
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Approve Trust Enrollments addition of an unbudgeted position
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☒ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
John Danforth, Interim Director Trust Enrollment
Jennifer Hill-Kelley, Chairwoman Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Keith Doxtator, CFO
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 Danforth, Interim Director Trust Enrollment
Primary Requestor:
John Danforth, Interim Director Trust Enrollment
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Trust Enrollments Department
Report: Business Committee Agenda Request
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
John Danforth, Interim Director-Trust Enrollment
Date:
March 13th, 2023
Subject:
Trust Enrollment Unbudgeted Position Request-Payment Administrator
Request
Trust Enrollment is requesting support from the Oneida Business Committee for approval of an
unbudgeted position request for the position of Payment Administrator. Attached is job
description #02543 with an assigned salary of Grade 10. The job description language was
updated and approved by the Trust Enrollment Interim Director and Payment/Enrollment
Supervisor on February 23rd, 2023. The Grade 10 salary was assigned by Human Resources on
February 24th, 2023.
Financial and HR Impact
As of January 31st, 2023, FY23 Budget actual versus budgeted amounts are as follows.
Total Labor/Payroll
Expense
Actual
$252,192
Budget
$303,078
Variance
$(50,886)
During FY23, the Director position was vacant for several weeks and the Project Specialist
(Grade 13) position has also been vacant since January 23rd, 2023. The Project Specialist position
will remain vacant for the remainder of FY 23 as Sustain Oneida is transitioning to On^yote?aka
ni?i Project Plan. The vacancy of Project Specialist and the addition of Payment Administrator
will still have a net-zero impact on the FY23 budget. Planning for FY24 staffing levels and
budgeting will remain fluid as the current Director and Project Specialist positions within the
Trust Enrollment Department are part of chain of interim job positions and the On^yote?aka
ni?i Project Plan remains at the mercy of approval from General Tribal Council. The Trust
Enrollment Department is currently at 7 FTE staff and budgeted for 8 FTE staff for FY23. In the
event of the interim job positions being reverted back to their original employees and/or the
Trust Enrollment Committee wishes to continue prioritizing Sustain Oneida and the Project
Specialist position, the addition of Payment Administrator would have 9 FTE employees for
FY24 budget planning.
Justification
In calendar year 2022, Trust Enrollment processed 44,543 individual payments. The number of
payment requests for 2023 are expected to be similar. Additionally, General Tribal Council has
reconvened in-person with an increase in stipend payment. The difference between a $100
stipend and $200 stipend has shown an increase in meeting attendance and an increase in stipend
preference over the gift card. The Payment Administrator position will help relieve the workload
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Trust Enrollments Department
of the Payment/Enrollment Supervisor as they are only staff member processing GWA, Elder 65,
and Minor Trust payments.
Payment Type
Total Claimed
Percent Claimed
2022 Minor Trust
Account
2021 Late 65 + Payment
351
59.89%
41
37.61%
2022 GWA 18+
13396
91.98%
2022 GWA 62+
3130
94.39%
2022 GWA 65+
2452
94.38%
2022 GWA Gas
12552
86.38%
2022 GWA Food
12621
86.66%
Total Claims
44543
GTC Meeting
Gift Card
January 16th, 2023
593
January 30th, 2023
845
%
56%
41%
Check
470
1208
%
44%
59%
Total Attendance
1063
2053
John J Danforth
Interim Director Trust Enrollment
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APPLY IN PERSON AT:
Human Resources Department
909 Packerland Drive
Green Bay, WI 54303
APPLY ONLINE AT:
http://oneida-nsn.gov
POSITION TITLE:
POSITION NUMBER:
DEPARTMENT:
LOCATION:
DIVISION:
RESPONSIBLE TO:
SALARY:
CLASSIFICATION:
POSTING DATE:
CLOSING DATE:
Transfer Deadline:
Proposed Start Date:
OR MAIL TO:
Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Phone: (920) 496-7900
Fax: (920) 496-7490
Payment Administrator
02543
Trust/Enrollment
201 Elm Street Oneida, WI
Non-Divisional
Payment/Enrollment Supervisor
Grade 10- $20.12/Hr. (NEGOTIABLE)
Non-Exempt
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Oneida Nation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in
employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law
in initial employment or re-employment.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide excellent customer service to the Tribal membership relating to payments and other pertinent information. This
position must be knowledgeable about the GTC Meeting Stipend Payment Policy, Per Capita Ordinance and the General
Welfare Exclusion. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIE
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