# Oneida Business Committee (2026)

> Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more.

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aoneida_nation%3Abb478becb219bc5a

## Record

- **Collection:** Tribal code
- **Document type:** Tribal code

## Text

Public Packet

1 of 136

Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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
A.

Special recognition of retirement - Ron King Jr.
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chief of Police

B.

Special recognition of retirement - Cheryl Stevens
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

V.

A.

Oneida Election Board Alternates - Faith Huff, Lisa John, and Jean Webster
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission- Waehiahoweh Maracle
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

MINUTES
A.

Approve the May 19, 2026, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Approve the May 27, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Agenda
Page 1 of 4

June 10, 2026

Public Packet

VI.

VII.

2 of 136

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida Casino Hotel
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

B.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida Casino Travel Center
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

C.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida Golf Enterprises
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

D.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida Nation Four Paths
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

E.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida One Stop - E & EE
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

F.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida One Stop - Larsen
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

G.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida One Stop - Packerland
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

H.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida One Stop - Westwind
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

I.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the
Oneida West Mason Casino
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

J.

Adopt resolution entitled Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the
Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the May 14, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

2.

Accept the May 28, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Agenda
Page 2 of 4

June 10, 2026

Public Packet

3 of 136

B.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

VIII.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

IX.

X.

XI.

Accept the May 20, 2026, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - Annual Tribal Nations and
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Consultation - Ashland, WI - June
23-26, 2026
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve the nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

B.

Accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for Councilman Marlon
Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Government Administration Director

C.

Reconsider the May 27, 2026, Oneida Business Committee ONCOA vacancy decision
and approve the recommendation by ONCOA in accordance with ONCOA Bylaws
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

Schedule a special General Tribal Council meeting to address the PowlessBuenrostro petition #2026-01
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Schedule a date to reconvene the special General Tribal Council meeting addressing
petitions # 2025-04 and # 2025-05
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

REPORTS
1.

B.

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (2:00p.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the January 20, 2026, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Agenda
Page 3 of 4

June 10, 2026

Public Packet

4 of 136

2.

C.

XII.

Accept the Oneida Public Transit Controls Assessment - October 2025
compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Review Formal Complaint and determine next steps (10:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Cathy Metoxen, Tribal Member

2.

Discuss Oneida Nation Commission on Aging's request regarding the May 27,
2026, Oneida Business Committee vacancy decision (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Winnifred Thomas, Chair/Oneida Nation Commission on Aging

3.

Review the Dealer Tips Seizure and determine next steps (1:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: Ray Skenandore, Tribal Member

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

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Agenda
Page 4 of 4

June 10, 2026

Public Packet
Special recognition of retirement - Ron King Jr.

5 of 136

Public Packet

6 of 136

Public Packet

7 of 136

Public Packet

8 of 136

Special recognition of retirement - Cheryl Stevens

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. Session:

‫ ܈‬Open

‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
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
‫ ܆‬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

Revised: 11/15/2021

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

9 of 136

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

Digitally signed by Mark W.

8. Submission:

Mark W. Powless Powless
Date: 2026.06.04 10:06:18 -05'00'

Authorized Sponsor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Revised: 11/15/2021

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

10 of 136
CEO – Nation Services
909 Packerland Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54303
920-496-7000

To:

Oneida Business Committee

From:

Mark W. Powless, CEO – Nation Services

Date:

June 3, 2026

Re:

Cheryl Stevens Recognition

After serving the Oneida Nation for 36 years, Cheryl Stevens will be retiring on June 19, 2026.
Cheryl began working for the Nation in 1980 as a tour guide for the Oneida Nation Museum,
earning $3.81 per hour. Despite not being comfortable with public speaking, her supervisor
recognized that she was the best tour guide he had ever worked with. This was an early
testament to her strong desire to succeed, regardless of the challenges.
With two young boys, and not enough money to make ends meet, her late husband, Ernie
Stevens Jr. pushed for the young family to head to Kansas and attend Haskell Indian Junior
College. It was not an easy decision and there would be more bumps in the road. Once there,
economic struggles continued and eventually the family was facing eviction. The Dean of
Haskell notified Cheryl and Ernie of an opportunity to work as Residential Aides, providing free
housing. Both were able to finish their degrees with Cheryl making the Deans Honor Roll.
In addition to a focus on academics, Cheryl was also a collegiate starter in Volleyball, Basketball,
and Softball.
Upon returning home, Cheryl was hired as a Retail Assistant Manager where she worked for
just over a year before being hired as a grant writer. In just two years in this position, she was
promoted to the Office of Development Coordinator. Of her 36 years with the Oneida Nation,
she worked 35 years in the Grants Office.
She helped raise millions of dollars over these years that have provided numerous jobs,
services, and opportunities for community members. Grant writing can sometimes be a ghost
job as the programs get the glory when they receive funding. But the programs always thanked
the Grants Office for the unseen assistance.

Public Packet

11 of 136

Last year alone, the Grants Office staff of three (3) assisted greatly in obtaining $22 million in
new grant dollars for the Oneida Nation. Over her 35 years in the Grants office, they have
assisted in obtaining well over $200 million in grant dollars for the Oneida Nation.
Cheryl has always maintained a high level of integrity in the Grants Office and ensured federal
grant compliance. The Oneida Nation has repeatedly received admiration from other tribal
nations, Federal/State funding agencies, and other funding agencies.
So, grant writing is not a career for those seeking fame and glory. It is however a career that
achieves the core of our mission as Oneida Nation employees: To strengthen and protect our
people, reclaim our land and enhance the environment by exercising our sovereignty. If you
have ever read an the Oneida Dictionary, admired the Nation’s buffalo herd, or seen Oneida
Transit whiz by, you’ve witnessed the direct impact of grants written by Cheryl.
And, while this is the conclusion of my remarks, first and foremost Cheryl’s life is her family. She
has 5 children and 20 grandchildren that she will continue to love and inspire.

Public Packet

12 of 136

Oneida Election Board Alternates - Faith Huff, Lisa John, and Jean Webster

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Amber Van Kirk, Administrative Assistant

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

AVANKIRK

Public Packet

13 of 136
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:

June 02, 2026

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Alternate

Background
On May 27, 2026, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Faith Huff, Lisa John, and
Jean Webster to the Oneida Election Board - Alternate.

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

Public Packet

14 of 136

Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission- Waehiahoweh Maracle

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/02/26

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:

Amber Van Kirk, Administrative Assistant

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

AVANKIRK

Public Packet

15 of 136
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:

June 02, 2026

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission

Background
On May 27, 2026, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Waehiahoweh Maracle
to the Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission.

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

Public Packet

16 of 136

Approve the May 19, 2026, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BPIGMAN

Public Packet

17 of 136

DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Emergency Meeting
11:30 AM Tuesday, May 19, 2026
BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EMERGENCY MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:
Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Arrived at: ;
Others present: Jo A. House (via Microsoft Teams), Melinda J. Danforth, Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft
Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via
Microsoft Teams), Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 11:30 a.m.
For the record: Councilman Marlon Skenandore is unexcused.

II.

OPENING (00:00:23)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:00:53)

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

Oneida Business Committee

Emergency Meeting Minutes
Page 1 of 2

May 19, 2026

Public Packet

18 of 136

DRAFT
IV.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:01:12)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to go into executive session at 11:31 a.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of executive session at 11:48 a.m., seconded by Lawrence
Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
A.

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel
Nation - file # 2026-0512 (00:01:34)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel
Nation - file # 2026-0512, with contract subject to the review of the Intergovernmental Affairs Director,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

V.

ADJOURN (00:01:52)

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 11:48 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.

Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

Oneida Business Committee

Emergency Meeting Minutes
Page 2 of 2

May 19, 2026

Public Packet

19 of 136

Approve the May 27, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BPIGMAN

Public Packet

20 of 136

DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, May 26, 2026
BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, May 27, 2026
BC Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins Council members:
Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Arrived at: n/a;
Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Jason Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams1),
Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), Danielle White (via Microsoft Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft
Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Danforth-Anderson (via Microsoft Teams),
James Sommerfeldt (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via
Microsoft Teams), Eric Bristol (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), Debra
Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Victoria Krueger (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft
Teams), David Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Debra Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Biely (via
Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Matthew Kunstman (via Microsoft Teams),
Amy Hacker (via Microsoft Teams), Jeff Bowman (via Microsoft Teams), Nathan King (via Microsoft
Teams), Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill
(via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams),
Brandon Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams), Melissa Nuthals (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon YellowbirdStevens (via Microsoft Teams), Cheryl-Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Tana Aguirre (via Microsoft
Teams);
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:
Kirby Metoxen, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Arrived at: n/a;
Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Mark W. Powless, Justin Nishimoto (via
Microsoft Teams), Melinda J. Danforth, Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via
Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via Microsoft Teams), Janice
Decorah (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley Blaker (via Microsoft Teams),
Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Mary Graves (via
Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams),
Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), Matthew Kunstman (via
Microsoft Teams), Crystal Holtz (via Microsoft Teams), Jeff Bowman (via Microsoft Teams), CherylAliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Alexis Woelfel (via Microsoft Teams), Eric Boulanger (via Microsoft
Teams), Crystal V. Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens (via Microsoft Teams),
Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Davis (via
Microsoft Teams), Amber Vankirk (via Microsoft Teams), Crystal Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Scott
Denny (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Kathleen Metoxen (via Microsoft
Teams), (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Raushenbach (via Microsoft Teams),
Brandon Vande Hei (via Microsoft Teams), Kristina Ackley (via Microsoft Teams), Shannon Hill (via
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file

sharing, and video meetings.

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 1 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

21 of 136

DRAFT
Microsoft Teams), Barbara Webster (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams),
Derick Denny (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Braaten (via Microsoft Teams), Diane Wilson, Cathy L.
Metoxen, Duwayne Matson, Winnifred Thomas, Barbara Cornelius, Kailey Neosh, Garth Webster, Nancy
Barton, Kim Skenandore, Sandra Skenandore, Yahastahawiese Schroeder, Katsitsiyo Danforth, Corat
Cornelius, Mary Heney, Nate Ness, Rochel Smith, Tracy Christensen, Mary Loeffler, Pearl Webster, Tina
Danforth, Connie Danforth, Lora Danforth, Taco Danforth, Amanada Danforth, Paul Danforth, Sky Elm,
Jermaine Delgado, Charlotte Walschinski, Yewe Cornelius, Niles Metoxen, Dennis Huff, Debbie Huff,
Sharon Dressel, Karmyn Danforth, Debra Porter, John Powless III, Jill Martus-Ninham, Paul Ninham, Ken
George Jr, Dawn Moon-Kopetsky, Joseph Torrez, Mary Ann Torrez, Stan Webster, Calvyn Danforth, Ron
Kelly, David Schuyler, Terry Woodke, Mary Woodke, Tiana Dee Bain, Avary Metoxen, Jermain Delgado,
Tsyoshaʔaht Delgado, Cory Ninham, Robert Torrez, Jackie House, Gordan House, Nelson Ninham, Dan
Ninham, Doug Page, Cody Cloud, Jamie Betters, Denise Delcorps, Scott Delcorps, James Johnson,
Paloma Cruz, Rich Cornelius, Damon Metoxen, Kimberly Ninham, Robert Fisher, Thurston Denny,
Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:30 a.m.
For the record: Councilman Marlon Skenandore is unexcused.

II.

OPENING (00:00:06)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen
A.

Special Recognition of Kailey Neosh
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Chairman Tehassi Hill provided a special recognition of newly decorated Second Lieutenant Field
Artillery Officer, Kailey Neosh, who graduated this past weekend with a Bachelor of Science in Applied
Statistics and Data Science from West Point.
B.

Restorative Justice Program - Wisconsin Children System of Care Champion
Award
Sponsor: Cary Waubanascum Hawpetoss, Chair/Oneida Nation School Board

Kimberly Skenandore, Vice-Chair/Oneida Nation School Board, and Katsitsiyo Danforth,
Member/Oneida Nation School Board, recognized the Restorative Justice Program team members,
Sarah Wunderlich (Yethi Program Coordinator), Anthony Cornelius (Youth Advocate), Emily
Skenandore (Youth Advocate), Jonathan Danforth (Community Navigator), Kirsten Van Dyke
(Community Navigator), Mandy Schneider (OPD Intervention & Outreach Coordinator/Yethi Grant
Writer & Coordinator), and Rebecca Green Blanks (K-12 School Counselor), for receiving the
Wisconsin Children System of Care Champion Award, presented by the Children Come First Advisory
Committee and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services in recognition of the Program’s
dedication and service to the community aligned with the Department’s core values: Culturally and
Linguistically Responsive Practices, Community Based Support, Unconditional Care, and Strong
Family/Youth Voice & Choice.
Item III. was addressed next,

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 2 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

22 of 136

DRAFT
C.

Special Recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Cristina Danforth (02:23:34)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution # 05-27-26-B Recognizing Cristina “Tina” Danforth for
Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
D.

Special Recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Paul Ninham (02:23:34)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution # 05-27-26-C Recognizing Paul Ninham for Lifetime
Achievements and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Lisa Liggins to recess at 11:37 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Meeting called or order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 1:30 p.m.
For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins is excused for a personal appointment. Councilman Marlon
Skenandore is unexcused.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill; Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Councilman Jonas Hill;
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Councilman Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Secretary Lisa Liggins, Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Item XI.C. was addressed next.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:12:40)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda with one (1) deletion, [under the Executive Session,
Reports section, delete item entitled CEO-Human Resources FY-2026 2nd quarter report, noting this
item was addressed on a prior agenda], seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 3 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

23 of 136

DRAFT
IV.

OATH OF OFFICE (00:13:58)
A.

Oneida Nation Arts Board - Kristina Ackley
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oath of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Kristina Ackley was present via Microsoft
Teams.
B.

Oneida Public Safety Pension Board - Nathan Ness, Alexis Woefel, Rochel Smith,
Eric Boulanger
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Nathan Ness and Rochel Smith were present.
Alexis Woefl and Eric Boulanger were present via Microsoft Teams.

V.

MINUTES
A.

Approve the May 13, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:21:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the May 13, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

VI.

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Solid Waste Disposal Law Citation Schedule (00:21:57)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve resolution # 05-27-26-A Solid Waste Disposal Law Citation
Schedule, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 4 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

24 of 136

DRAFT
VII.

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding six (6) vacancies - Oneida Election Board
Alternates (00:29:42)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicants and; to appoint Faith Huff, Lisa John, and
Jean Webster to the Oneida Election Board Alternates to terms ending upon the ratification of 2026
General Election results; and to request the Secretary to repost the remaining vacancies, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Commission on
Aging (00:30:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve to extend the public comment period for Winnifred Thomas for an
additional two (2) minutes, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Lisa Liggins that the Oneida Business Committee has determined a vacancy ending in 2028
on the Oneida Nation Commission on Aging, which is an elected board, should be sent to the Oneida
Election Board to be filled by election, and to direct the Secretary to send notice to the Oneida Election
Board of a vacancy on Oneida Nation Commission on Aging with a term ending July 2028, seconded
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Item XII.A.1. was addressed next.
C.

Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Public Safety and
Security Commission (01:11:10)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and; to appoint Waehiahoweh Maracle to the
Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission with a term ending July 31, 2029, seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Lawrence Barton
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 5 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

25 of 136

DRAFT
VIII.

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the regular May 6, 2026, Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (01:12:31)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the regular May 6, 2026, Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

IX.

TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Approve the travel report - Secretary Lisa Liggins and Councilman Jameson
Wilson - 82nd Annual National Congress of American Indians Convention and
Marketplace - Seattle, WA - November 16-21, 2025 (01:27:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary, Councilman Jameson Wilson

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel report from Secretary Lisa Liggins and Councilman
Jameson Wilson for the 82nd Annual National Congress of American Indians Convention and
Marketplace in Seattle, WA on November 16-21, 2025, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Wisconsin Governor's
Conference of Tourism - Milwaukee, WI - March 15-17, 2026 (01:28:27)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the
Wisconsin Governor's Conference of Tourism in Milwaukee, WI -on March 15-17, 2026, seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 6 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

26 of 136

DRAFT
C.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - 8th Annual DCCC Tribal
Engagement and Active Members Issues Conference - Cabazon, CA - April 30-May
5, 2026 (01:29:16)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the 8th Annual
DCCC Tribal Engagement and Active Members Issues Conference in Cabazon, CA on April 30-May 5,
2026, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
D.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - State Consultations with
Department of Children and Families and Department of Health Services - Lac du
Flambeau, WI - April 20-23, 2026 (01:29:36)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Kirby Metoxen for the State
Consultations with Department of Children and Families and Department of Health Services in Lac du
Flambeau, WI -on April 20-23, 2026, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
E.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Tribal SelfGovernance - Chandler, AZ - April 6-9, 2026 (01:30:22)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the Tribal
Self-Governance in Chandler, AZ on April 6-9, 2026, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
F.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Wisconsin Indian
Education Association Conference - Wisconsin Dells, WI - April 9-11, 2026
(01:30:42)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the
Wisconsin Indian Education Association Conference in Wisconsin Dells, WI on April 9-11, 2026,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jameson
Wilson
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 7 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

27 of 136

DRAFT
G.

Approve the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - HHS Tribal Budget
Consultation - Washington D.C. - April 20-24, 2026 (01:31:02)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster for the HHS
Tribal Budget Consultation in Washington D.C. on April 20-24, 2026, seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
For the record: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster stated I did not attend due to medical issue; there are
no costs associated with this travel. Thank you.
H.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - Reservation Economic
Summit - Las Vegas, NV - March 22-27, 2026 (01:31:34)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the
Reservation Economic Summit in Las Vegas, NV on March 22-27, 2026, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
I.

Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - 2026 Tribal SelfGovernance Conference - Chandler, AZ - April 5-10, 2026 (01:31:55)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the 2026
Tribal Self-Governance Conference in Chandler, AZ on April 5-10, 2026, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

X.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Approve the travel request in accordance with §219.16-1 - Oneida Gaming
Commission for three Oneida Gaming Commissioners and one (1) Executive
Director - Class 2 Gaming Conference - Mayetta, KS - May 31-June 4, 2026
(01:32:35)
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel request in accordance with §219.16-1 for three (3) Oneida
Gaming Commissioners and one (1) Executive Director to attend the Class 2 Gaming Conference in
Mayetta, KS on May 31-June 4, 2026, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 8 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

28 of 136

DRAFT
XI.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for Councilman Marlon
Skenandore (01:34:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Director of Government Administration

Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the memorandum regarding the withholding of pay for
Councilman Marlon Skenandore, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.

Review the GWA as income for rent calculations report (01:35:20)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 10:06 a.m.
Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 10:13 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 10:14 a.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 10:25 a.m.
Motion by Jonas Hill to direct the CEO-Nation Services to bring back a report on the fiscal impact of
rent credits using the retroactive date of January 1, 2025, and using retroactive date of September 1,
20232, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the GWA as income for rent calculations report as information,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 10:42 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Meeting called or order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 11:00 a.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill; Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Secretary Lisa Liggins; Councilman
Jonas Hill; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Councilman Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Item II.C. was addressed next.

2 No deadline for this report was provided at the meeting. The lack of deadline issue was forwarded to the June 3,

2026, BC Officers Session to address.

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 9 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

29 of 136

DRAFT
C.

Review the Intergovernmental Service Agreement (IGSA) between the U.S. Army at
Fort Sill and the Oneida Nation and determine next steps (03:03:21)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman

Motion by Jennifer Webster to support the Intergovernmental Service Agreement (IGSA) between the
U.S. Army at Fort Sill and the Oneida Nation, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item XIII.A. was addressed next.

XII.

REPORTS
A.

TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2026 2nd quarter report (00:51:41)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2026 2nd quarter report,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
2.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2026 2nd quarter report (00:55:08)
Sponsor: Amy Hacker, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2026 2nd quarter report, seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
3.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2026 2nd quarter report (01:00:50)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2026 2nd quarter report,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 10 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

30 of 136

DRAFT
4.

Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2026 2nd quarter report
(01:06:08)
Sponsor: Elijah Metoxen, Board Member/Oneida Youth Leadership Institute

Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2026 2nd quarter report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item VII.C. was addressed next,

XIII.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

Approve three (3) requested actions regarding petition # 2026-01 (03:19:59)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge receipt of petition from Gina Powless-Buenrostro
regarding adjustments to Judiciary law; to direct the Business Committee Direct Reports Offices to
complete and submit their administrative impact statements of the petition to the Secretary mailbox by
Wednesday, June 17. 2026; and to direct the Law, Finance, and Legislative Reference Offices to
complete respectively, the legal review, fiscal impact statement and statement of effect with status
updates submitted to the July 8, 2026, regular Business Committee meeting agenda and the first
Business Committee meeting of the month thereafter or until the final documents are submitted.,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
B.

Approve notice and materials for July 7, 2026, tentatively scheduled semi-annual
General Tribal Council meeting (03:21:53)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve notice and materials for July 7, 2026, tentatively scheduled
semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 11 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

31 of 136

DRAFT
XIV.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (03:23:55)

Motion by Lawrence Barton to go into executive session at 1:50 p.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jameson Wilson to come out of executive session at 2:27 p.m., seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance May 2026 report
(03:23:57)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance May 2026
report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
2.

Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2026 2nd quarter executive report
(03:24:12)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2026 2nd quarter executive
report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
3.

Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2026 2nd quarter executive report
(03:24:25)
Sponsor: Amy Hacker/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2026 2nd quarter executive report,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 12 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

32 of 136

DRAFT
4.

Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2026 2nd quarter executive report
(03:24:40)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2026 2nd quarter executive report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
5.

Accept the Treasurer's April 2026 report (03:24:54)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Treasurer's April 2026 report, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
6.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (03:25:07)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a limited waiver of sovereignty - Baker & Hostetler LLP. file #
2026-0536 with contract subject to further review by the Oneida Law Office, seconded by Jameson
Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a limited waiver of sovereignty - Roller Networks USA Inc. file #
2026-0486 with contract subject to further review by the Oneida Law Office, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
7.

Accept the Government Administration Director FY-2026 2nd quarter report
(03:25:55)
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Director of Government Administration

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Government Administration Director FY-2026 2nd quarter
report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 13 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

33 of 136

DRAFT
8.

Accept the Analyses of Tribally Chartered Entities FY-2026 2nd quarter
executive report (03:26:16)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Analyses of Tribally Chartered Entities FY-2026 2nd quarter
executive report, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
B.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Review application(s) for six (6) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Alternates
(03:26:33)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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

Review applications for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Nation Commission on Aging
(03:26:49)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the discussion regarding the applications for the Oneida Nation
Commission on Aging vacancy as information, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
3.

Review application for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Public Safety and Security
Commission (03:27:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Public Safety
and Security Commission vacancy as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Lawrence Barton
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
4.

Approve the attorney contract - Legislative Reference Office - file # 2022-0389
(03:27:21)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the attorney contract - Legislative Reference Office - file # 2022-0389,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 14 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

34 of 136

DRAFT
5.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved attorney contract
- Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker- file # 2026-0479 (03:27:36)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved attorney
contract - Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker- file # 2026-0479, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

XV.

ADJOURN (03:27:56)

Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 2:31 p.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

Minutes prepared by Bonnie Pigman, Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.

Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

Oneida Business Committee

Regular Meeting Minutes
Page 15 of 15

May 27, 2026

Public Packet

35 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Casino Hotel

Public Packet

36 of 136

Public Packet

37 of 136

Public Packet

38 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # __________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Casino Hotel
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Casino Hotel, has satisfied the requirements of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law, including the procurement of a license to sell alcohol by the local
municipality, the Village of Ashwaubenon; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Casino Hotel has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant it a license
to sell alcohol at the Oneida Casino Hotel; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida Casino Hotel renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to The
Oneida Casino Hotel in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law to be issued by the
Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the license issued by the municipality for
the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

39 of 136

Public Packet

40 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Casino Travel..

Public Packet

41 of 136

Public Packet

42 of 136

Public Packet

43 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # ____________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Casino Travel Center
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Casino Travel Center by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the
requirements of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement
of a license to sell alcohol by the local municipality, the Town of Pittsfield; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant it a
license to sell alcohol at the Oneida Casino Travel Center; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida Casino Travel Center renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida Casino Travel Center by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the
license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

44 of 136

Public Packet

45 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Golf Enterprise

Public Packet

46 of 136

Public Packet

47 of 136

Public Packet

48 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # ______________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for The Oneida Golf Enterprises
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation The Oneida Golf Enterprises for Thornberry Creek at Oneida, has
satisfied the requirements of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the
procurement of a license to sell alcohol by the local municipality, the Village of Hobart; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Golf Enterprises has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant it a
license to sell alcohol at the Thornberry Creek at Oneida; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida Golf Enterprises renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida Nation The Oneida Golf Enterprises for Thornberry Creek at Oneida, in accordance with the Oneida
Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in
concurrence with the license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

49 of 136

Public Packet

50 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida Nation Four Pa

Public Packet

51 of 136

Public Packet

52 of 136

Public Packet

53 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # __________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for The Oneida Nation Four Paths
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Four Paths, by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the requirements
of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement of a license to
sell alcohol by the local municipality, the City of Green Bay; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant
it a license to sell alcohol at the Oneida Nation Four Paths; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida Nation Four Paths renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida Nation Four Paths, by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the
license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

54 of 136

Public Packet

55 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop - E &

Public Packet

56 of 136

Public Packet

57 of 136

Public Packet

58 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # _____________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop – E & EE
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida One Stop – E & EE by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the requirements
of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement of a license to
sell alcohol by the local municipality, the Town of Oneida; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant
it a license to sell alcohol at the Oneida One Stop – E & EE; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida One Stop – E & EE renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida One Stop – E & EE by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the
license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

59 of 136

Public Packet

60 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop -...

Public Packet

61 of 136

Public Packet

62 of 136

Public Packet

63 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # _____________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop – Larsen
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida One Stop – Larsen by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the requirements
of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement of a license to
sell alcohol by the local municipality, the City of Green Bay; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant
it a license to sell alcohol at the Oneida One Stop – Larsen; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida One Stop – LARSEN renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida One Stop – Larsen by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the
license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

64 of 136

Public Packet

65 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop -...

Public Packet

66 of 136

Public Packet

67 of 136

Public Packet

68 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # _____________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop - Packerland
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida One Stop – Packerland by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the
requirements of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement
of a license to sell alcohol by the local municipality, the Village of Ashwaubenon; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant
it a license to sell alcohol at the Oneida One Stop – Packerland; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida One Stop - Packerland renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida One Stop – Packerland by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol
Beverage Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence
with the license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

69 of 136

Public Packet

70 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop -...

Public Packet

71 of 136

Public Packet

72 of 136

Public Packet

73 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # ____________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida One Stop – Westwind
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida One Stop – Westwind by Oneida Retail Enterprise, has satisfied the
requirements of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement
of a license to sell alcohol by the local municipality, the City of Green Bay; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Retail Enterprise has requested the Oneida Business Committee grant
it a license to sell alcohol at the Oneida One Stop – Westwind; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida One Stop – Westwind renewal
application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in compliance
for renewal;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida One Stop – Westwind by Oneida Retail Enterprise in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law to be issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the
license issued by the municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

74 of 136

Public Packet

75 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for the Oneida West Mason...

Public Packet

76 of 136

Public Packet

77 of 136

Oneida Licensing Division
Oneida, WI 54155
(920) 496-5311
Fax (920) 496-7491

DATE:
TO:
RE:
FROM:

May 21, 2026
Oneida Business Committee
Alcohol License – Approval Needed
Tonya Webster, Oneida License Department

This cover letter serves as certification for the West Mason Casino. They have all the
requirements needed to receive an alcohol license from the Oneida Nation. Listed below are all
the requirements, and all have been received.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

BC Resolution for approval
Statement of Effect Request Form
Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application
AB-100 Form (FKA) Auxiliary Questionnaire
Gross Profit Memo
Payment for the $100 Application Fee

The Local Municipality Alcohol License has been applied for. If this is not granted the Oneida
Alcohol License will not be valid.
The West Mason Casino is ready to receive approval from the Oneida Business Committee.
Thank You

Public Packet

78 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # ___________
Approval of 2026-2027 Alcohol Beverage License for The Oneida West Mason Casino
WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

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

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Business Committee may grant a license to sell alcoholic beverages through a
resolution pursuant to section 507.4-2 of the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Casino – West Mason Casino, has satisfied the requirements of the Oneida
Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law, including the procurement of a license to sell alcohol by
the local municipality, the City of Green Bay; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Casino – West Mason Casino has requested the Oneida Business Committee
grant it a license to sell alcohol at the West Mason Casino; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Licensing Department has reviewed the Oneida Casino - West Mason Casino
renewal application along with all required documents, and has determined they are in
compliance for renewal; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee grants a license to the
Oneida Casino- West Mason Casino in accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law to be
issued by the Oneida Licensing Department which shall run in concurrence with the license issued by the
municipality for the licensing year 2026-2027.

Public Packet

79 of 136

Public Packet

80 of 136

Adopt resolution entitled Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the Department of the Interior...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

6/10/26

2. Session:
■ Open
‫܆‬
‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification

 Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR

Adopt resolution entitled Submission of ISDEAA Section 105(l) Lease
Proposals to the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System
 $UHDVSRWHQWLDOO\LPSDFWHGRUDIIHFWHGE\WKLVUHTXHVW

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

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

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

Revised: 0/0/202

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

81 of 136

 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

 Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted
‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

 Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Directo

Primary Requestor:

Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager

,QVWUXFWLRQV
1) Save a copy of this form for your records.
2) Print this form as a *.pdf OR print and scan this form in as *.pdf.
3) Attach a memoDGGUHVVHGWRWKH%XVLQHVV&RPPLWWHH describing your request
4) E-mail this form and all supporting materials in a *.pdf file(s) to:
BC_Agenda_Requests@oneidanation.org
5) If you are submitting a resolution for adoption, please send the :RUG version of
the resolution along with the Agenda Request file.
6) PleaseHPDLO%&B$JHQGDB5HTXHVWV#RQHLGDQDWLRQRUJwith any questions
regarding this form.

Revised: 0/0/202

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

82 of 136

Memorandum
To:

Oneida Business Committee

From: Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager
Date: June 10, 2026
Re:

Adoption of Resolution entitled Submission of ISDEAA Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to
the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System

Presented for the Business Committee’s consideration is a resolution authorizing submission of
two (2) new ISDEAA Section 105(l) lease funding proposals to the Department of the Interior for
Oneida Nation School System facilities. The purpose of submitting the 105(l) lease proposals is to
secure increased federal funding for facility maintenance and improvement of Oneida Nation High
School and Oneida Nation Elementary School (“Turtle School”).
What is a 105(l) Lease?
Under Section 105(l) of the Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA)
Public Law 93-638, the Secretary of the Interior is required to enter into a lease with a tribe, upon
the tribe’s request, for a facility the tribe uses to carry out the tribe’s responsibilities under a
contract or compact, commonly referred to as a “105(l) lease.”
105(l) leases are not traditional leases. They are facility cost agreements that compensate Tribes
for facility operational expenses associated with using a facility to administer ISDEAA SelfGovernance contracted/compacted services. 105(l) leases do not grant right of entry to the
Department of the Interior.
Once negotiated, 105(l) leases are renewable annually so long as the Nation continues to use the
facility to deliver compacted programs, services, functions or activities (PSFAs). The 105(l) leases
will provide a new, recurring source of federal funding to support the Nation’s facility expenses
and the delivery of the Nation’s programs to our community.
Oneida Nation is a Title IV Self-Governance tribe with a Self-Governance compact and funding
agreement with the Department of the Interior under the ISDEAA. The Nation may submit 105(l)
lease proposals for any of the Nation’s facilities (or portion of facilities) that meet the following
requirements:
ƒ

The Nation holds title to, a leasehold interest in, or a trust interest in a specific facility;

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

ƒ
ƒ

83 of 136

The Nation is using the facility to administer and deliver services under an approved
ISDEAA 638 compact or contract or Public Law 100-297 grant;
The Programs, Functions, Services, and Activities (PFSAs) that the Nation is conducting
in the facility must be in an approved Self-Governance or Self-Determination
contract/compact or Public Law 100-297 grant.

105(l) Leases for Oneida Nation School System
The Oneida Nation School System (ONSS) is eligible for the 105(l) lease program as a P.L. 100297 grant tribally-controlled school. Working with ONSS staff, Self-Governance determined that
entering the 105(l) lease program would increase the Oneida Nation School System’s annual
facility funding, providing additional federal funding for the maintenance and improvement of the
Nation’s school facilities.
Self-Governance met with the Oneida School Board on November 3, 2025, March 12, 2026, and
May 18, 2026, to present program information, review funding options, and answer questions re:
105(l) program. Self-Governance also held meetings with the ONSS Superintendent and staff.
On May 18th, 2026, the Oneida Nation School Board adopted a motion approving submission of a
105(l) lease proposal to the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation Elementary School and
Oneida Nation High School facilities, and to request that the Oneida Business Committee adopt a
tribal resolution to that effect.
A tribal resolution is required as part of the 105(l) lease proposal package. That resolution is
presented today for the Business Committee’s consideration.
Requested Action:
Adopt resolution entitled Submission of ISDEAA Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the
Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System.

Public Packet

84 of 136

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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation
School System
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 a Title IV Self-Governance tribe and operates facilities under a
compact entered into under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act
(25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.); and

WHEREAS,

federal law requires the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior to enter into a
lease agreement with a tribe proposing a lease pursuant to Section 105(l) of Public Law
93-638, as amended (codified at 25 U.S.C. § 5324(l)), with such lease compensation as
calculated in accordance with 25 C.F.R. Part 900 Subpart H (beginning at 25 C.F.R. §
900.69); and

WHEREAS,

tribally controlled schools operated under a P.L. 100-297 grant are eligible for the 105(l)
facility lease program under Section 105(l) of P.L. 93-638, as amended, and the Oneida
Nation School System operates tribally controlled schools under a P.L. 100-297 grant; and

WHEREAS

on May 18th, 2026, the Oneida Nation School Board made a motion to approve submission
of 105(l) lease proposals for Oneida Nation School System facilities, and to request that
the Oneida Business Committee adopt a tribal resolution authorizing submission of 105(l)
lease proposals for the Oneida Nation School System; and

WHEREAS,

the U.S. Department of the Interior requires tribes and tribal organizations to certify that all
information provided by the tribe or tribal organization for purposes of calculation of
calculating lease compensation under Section 105(l) of Public Law 93-638 is true and
correct; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Nation’s Self-Governance Manager is authorized to submit
lease proposals to the U.S. Department of the Interior for the following Oneida Nation School System
facilities pursuant to Public Law 93-638:
•
•

Oneida Nation Elementary School, located at N7125 Seminary Road, Oneida, WI 54155
Oneida Nation High School, located at N7210 Seminary Road, Oneida, WI 54155

Public Packet

85 of 136

BC Resolution # _______
Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation
School System
Page 2 of 2

43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55

NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Nation’s Self-Governance Manager is authorized
to negotiate said lease agreements and to take all measures necessary to implement said lease
agreements for fiscal year 2026 and subsequent lease periods for which funds are available; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Nation’s Chairperson is authorized to execute said
lease agreements for fiscal year 2026 and subsequent lease periods for which funds are available; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Nation’s Chief Financial Officer is hereby designated
as the appropriate official to verify the information provided by the Nation for purposes of calculating lease
compensation under Section 105(l) of Public Law 93-638, and is hereby authorized to attest as to the
accuracy of such.

Public Packet

86 of 136
Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov

Statement of Effect
Submission of Section 105(l) Lease Proposals to the Department of the Interior for Oneida
Nation 1 School System
Summary
The resolution authorizes the Nation’s Self-Governance Manager to submit lease proposals to the
U.S. Department of the Interior for Oneida Nation School System facilities pursuant to Public Law
93-638.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: June 2, 2026
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Nation is a Title IV Self-Governance tribe and operates facilities under a compact entered into
under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.). Federal
law requires the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior to enter into a lease agreement
with a tribe proposing a lease pursuant to Section 105(l) of Public Law 93-638, as amended.
Tribally controlled schools operated under a P.L. 100-297 grant are eligible for the 105(l) facility
lease program under Section 105(l) of P.L. 93-638, as amended, and the Oneida Nation School
System operates tribally controlled schools under a P.L. 100-297 grant. On May 18th, 2026, the
Oneida Nation School Board made a motion to approve submission of 105(l) lease proposals for
Oneida Nation School System facilities, and to request that the Oneida Business Committee adopt
a tribal resolution authorizing submission of 105(l) lease proposals for the Oneida Nation School
System. The U.S. Department of the Interior requires tribes and tribal organizations to certify that
all information provided by the tribe or tribal organization for purposes of calculating lease
compensation under Section 105(l) of Public Law 93-638 is true and correct.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Nation’s Self-Governance Manager is authorized to
submit lease proposals to the U.S. Department of the Interior for the following Oneida Nation
School System facilities pursuant to Public Law 93-638:
ƒ Oneida Nation Elementary School, located at N7125 Seminary Road, Oneida, WI 54155;
ƒ Oneida Nation High School, located at N7210 Seminary Road, Oneida, WI 54155.
This resolution also provides that the Nation’s Self-Governance Manager is authorized to negotiate
said lease agreements and to take all measures necessary to implement said lease agreements for
fiscal year 2026 and subsequent lease periods for which funds are available. The Nation’s
Chairperson is authorized through this resolution to execute said lease agreements for fiscal year
2026 and subsequent lease periods for which funds are available. This resolution then designates
the Nation’s Chief Financial Officer as the appropriate official to verify the information provided
by the Nation for purposes of calculating lease compensation under Section 105(l) of Public Law
93-638, and is hereby authorized to attest as to the accuracy of such.
Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

87 of 136

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

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

88 of 136

Public Packet

89 of 136

Public Packet

90 of 136

Public Packet

91 of 136

Public Packet

92 of 136

Public Packet

93 of 136

Public Packet

94 of 136

Accept the May 14, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 5/14/26 & E-Poll

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

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

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

approval

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

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

95 of 136

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:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

96 of 136

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF MAY 14, 2026
DATE:

5/15/26

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of May 14, 2026. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out
5/14/26 and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a Ma jo rit y of 4 F C m em b e r s vo t i n g t o ap p ro v e t h e M a y 1 4, 20 2 6,
Fin an ce C om mit t e e M eet ing Mi nut es . FC M emb e rs vot ing i nc lud ed: J on as
Hil l, C h a d F u s s, L is a Ligg in s, a n d Ra L in d a Ni n h am- L a mbe r ie s .

These Finance Committee Minutes of May 14, 2026, will be placed on the next Finance
Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all Minutes of
the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC acceptance.

Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4491
FAO@oneidanation.org

Public Packet

97 of 136

FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
MAY 14, 2026 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams

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

RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM-Finance Casino Hotel

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Sarah White, Purchasing Director and Jennifer Webster, BC
Council Member

OTHERS PRESENT : Rachel Lemke, Joel Maxam, Josephine Skenandore, Leah Dodge, David
Emerson, David Jordan, and Ashley Blaker taking notes.

I.

CALL TO ORDER:
The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:27 A.M.

II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MAY 14, 2026
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the May 14, 2026, Finance Committee Meeting Agenda
with one deletion under Capital Expenditures #1. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: April 23, 2026 (Approved via E-Poll on 4/23/26)

Motion by Lisa Liggins to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on April 23, 2026,
approving the April 23, 2026, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Jonas
Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

IV. CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Tweet Garot – Task Order #020 – RTU Replacement Hotel
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities – OH
Deleted from the Agenda.
Page 1 of 5
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2026

Amount: $107,075.00

Public Packet

2. Casino Cash Trac, LLC – Casino Insight Software Upgrade
Josphine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS

98 of 136

Amount: $102,600.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Casino Cash Trac, LLC – Casino Insight Software Upgrade
in the amount of $102,600.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Oneida Construction Services, LLC – Green Earth Library Updates Amount: $56,055.00
Jason Wheelock, Engineering
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve Oneida Construction Services, LLC – Green Earth
Library Updates in the amount of $56,055.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies.
Motion carried unanimously.

V. NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – LiveWell Home Care Services LLC
Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $200,000.00
Total PO: $650,000.00
$550,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blkt PO Increase – LiveWell Home Care Services
LLC in the amount of $200,000.00 noting that the total PO amount will be $550,000.00.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
2. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – Envoy-Northwoods-Superior Chemical
Amount: $85,000.00
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
Total PO: $185,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve FY26 Blkt PO Increase – EnvoyNorthwoods-Superior Chemical in the amount of $85,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
3. Brown County Treasurer – Use of Radio Infrastructure
Eric Boulanger, OPD

Amount: $67,050.02

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Brown County Treasurer – Use of Radio Infrastructure
in the amount of $67,050.02. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Konami – Purchase (20) Slot Machine Conversions
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots

Amount: $50,265.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve Konami – Purchase (20) Slot Machine
Page 2 of 5
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2026

Public Packet

Conversions in the amount of $50,265.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried

99 of 136

unanimously.

VI. ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
REPORT:

1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – May 2026
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for May 2026. Seconded
by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):

1. Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC Gym Membership Fees
Requester: Clinton Heckner

Amount: $500.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the
requests for #1 through #14 in the amounts requested. Noting that the Oneida Finance
Fund request #15 is approved for $450.00 and the Oneida Finance Fund balance will be over
by $162.56. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Various Summer Programs Fees
Requester: Catherine Hirth for Adelle
-

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
3. 920 Elite Basketball Team Fees
Requester: Diana Caldwell for Kingston

-

Amount: $500.00

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
5. Freedom Softball Fees
Requester: Cindy John for Malanah

-

Amount: $481.50

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
4. YMCA Family Membership Fees
Requester: Travis Wallenfang

-

Amount: $750.00

Amount: $303.35

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
6. Freedom Tball & Summer Program Fees
Requester: Cindy John for Avianah
Page 3 of 5
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2026

Amount: $120.55

Public Packet
-

100 of 136
See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
7. 920 Elite Basketball Team & Equipment Fees
Requester: Sherry Skenandore for Holden

-

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
8. ONE WI Volleyball Club Fees
Requester: Cassandra Cornelius for Willow

-

Amount: $481.50

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
14. YMCA Family Membership Fees
Requester: Kyle Skenandore

-

Amount: $500.00

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
13. 920 Elite Basketball Team Fees
Requester: Ryan Danforth

-

Amount: $674.91

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
12. Dance Lesson Fees
Requester: Elijah Metoxen

-

Amount: $485.95

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
11. WI Blizzard Basketball Team Fees
Requester: Nathaniel Doxtator for Avery

-

Amount: $500.00

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
10. WI Blizzard Basketball Team Fees
Requester: Nathaniel Doxtator for Arian

-

Amount: $641.02

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
9. YMCA Membership Fees
Requester: Amber Martinez

-

Amount: $566.94

Amount: $500.00

See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.
15. Basket Weaving Class Fees
Page 4 of 5
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2026

$450.00
Amount: $287.44

Public Packet
-

101 of 136

Requester: Terry Doxtator
See Action in Oneida Finance Fund Request #1.

VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
X. FOLLOW UP: None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. IGT – Wheel of Fortune WAP Slot Machine 3.9% of Gross Handle
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept as information only items #1, #2, and #3 under For
Information Only. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
2. IGT – Lease (4) Slot Machines - $70 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots
-

See Action in For Information Only #1.
3. IGT – Lease (4) Slot Machines - $70 Per Day
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

-

See Action in For Information Only #1.

XII. ADJOURN Motion by RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies to adjourn. Seconded by Chad
Fuss. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:42 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:

Page 5 of 5
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2026

May 14, 2026

Public Packet

102 of 136

Accept the May 28, 2026, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 5/28/26 & E-Poll

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

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

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

approval

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

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

103 of 136

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:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

104 of 136

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF MAY 28, 2026
DATE:

5/28/26

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of May 28, 2026. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out
today and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a Ma jo rit y of 4 F C m em b e r s vo t i n g t o ap p ro v e t h e M a y 2 8, 20 2 6,
Fin an ce C om mit t e e M eet ing Mi nut es . FC M emb e rs vot ing i nc lud ed: J on as
Hil l, Je nnif e r W eb st e r, Sa r ah Whit e , and C h ad F u s s.

These Finance Committee Minutes of May 28, 2026, will be placed on the next Finance
Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all Minutes of
the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC acceptance.

Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4491
FAO@oneidanation.org

Public Packet

105 of 136

FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
MAY 28, 2026 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM-Finance Casino Hotel

Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies CFO/FC Vice-Chair
OTHERS PRESENT : Ronald Wurth, Thomas Swiecichowski, Joel Maxam, Amber Cornelius,
Derick Denny, Sarah Titus, Paul Smith, Kirby Metoxen, Ivory Kelly, Rhiannon Metoxen, and
Ashley Blaker taking notes.

I.

CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC

Chair at 8:26 A.M .

II.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MAY 28, 2026

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the May 28, 2026, Finance Committee Meeting Agenda
noting the one add-on under Capital Expenditures #2. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: MAY 14, 2026 (Approved via E-Poll on 5/14/26)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on May 14, 2026,
approving the May 14, 2026, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Chad
Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

IV. FC WORK MEETING MINUTES: MAY 14, 2026 (Approved via E-Poll on 5/14/26)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on May 14, 2026,
approving the May 14, 2026, Finance Committee Work Meeting Minutes. Seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
Page 1 of 4
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2026

Public Packet

106 of 136

V. SPECIAL FC E-POLL:
1. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – Protiviti Government Services, Inc.
Laura Laitinen-Warren, HRD
(Approved via E-Poll on 5/20/26)

Amount: $330,000.00
Total PO: $475,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on May 20, 2026,
approving the FY26 Blkt PO Increase – Protiviti Government Services, Inc. in the amount of
$330,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

VI.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Incredible Technologies – Purchase (4) Games
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots

Amount: $91,200.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Incredible Technologies – Purchase (4) Games
in the amount of $91,200.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. ADD-ON: Calumet Dryer Services, LLC – Grain Vac & Blower System Amount: $54,600.00
Thomas Swiecichowski, Farm

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Calumet Dryer Services, LLC – Grain Vac & Blower
System in the amount of $54,600.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.

VII.

NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – GSA Government Vehicle Lease Program Amount: $64,258.00
Eric Boulanger, OPD
Total PO: $282,058.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blkt PO Increase – GSA Government Vehicle
Lease Program in the amount of $64,258.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – D&T Construction, LLC
Amber Cornelius, CHD

Amount: $15,000.00
Total PO: $75,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blkt PO Increase – D&T Construction, LLC in the
amount of $15,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.

DONATION:

REPORT:
Page 2 of 4
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2026

Public Packet

107 of 136

1. FC Donation Report – May 2026
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the FC Donation Report for May 2026. Seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):

1. Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council Inc. – Sponsorship
Requester: Paul Smith & Kirby Metoxen, Tribal Member

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council Inc. – Sponsorship in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Exceptional Equestrians Company – Donation
Requester: Michael Telzrow, Executive Director

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the
request from Exceptional Equestrians Company – Donation in the amount of $3,000.
Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Third Space GB, LLC – Sponsorship
Requester: Sarah Titus, Lead Storyteller

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Third Space GB, LLC – Sponsorship in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
4. Green Bay Neighborhood Leadership Council – Sponsorship
Requester: Tarl Knight, Chairman

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the
request from Green Bay Neighborhood Leadership Council – Sponsorship in the amount of
$3,000. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Tribal Council for Responsible Gaming – Donation
Requester: Ivory Kelly, Founder/President

Amount: $3,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request from
Tribal Council for Responsible Gaming – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
Page 3 of 4
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2026

Public Packet
IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: None

X.

ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None

IX.

FOLLOW UP: None

X.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY:

108 of 136

1. Skyline Unlimited – Lease (6) Slot Machines – Trial Period
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as FYI Skyline Unlimited – Lease (6) Slot Machines –
Trial Period. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.

XI. ADJOURN: Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 8:42 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:

Page 4 of 4
Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2026

May 28, 2026

Public Packet

109 of 136

Accept the May 20, 2026, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

06/10/26

2. Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the May 20, 2026, Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe

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

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

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

110 of 136

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:

Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney

Revised: 01/07/2025

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

111 of 136
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
May 20, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Present: Jameson Wilson, Jennifer Webster, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen
Unexcused: Marlon Skenandore
Others Present: Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz
Others Present on Microsoft Teams: Clorissa Leeman, Ashley Blaker, Chad Fuss, Fawn Cottrell,
Jessalyn Havarth, Kaylynn Biely, Melissa Alvarado, Rae Skenandore, Shannon Stone, David Jordan, Tavia James-Charles, Fawn Billie, Kristal Hill, Sarah White, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Eric
Boulanger, Jason Martinez, Katsitsiyo Danforth
I.

Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Jameson Wilson called the May 20, 2026, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt the agenda; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.

II.

Minutes to be Approved
1. May 6, 2026 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the May 6, 2026, LOC meeting minutes and forward
to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

Current Business
1. Elder Protection Law
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the public comment review memorandum with
LOC consideration, the updated legislative analysis, and final draft of the Elder Protection
law; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the fiscal impact statement request memorandum
and direct the Finance Department to provide the LOC with a fiscal impact statement of
the proposed Elder Protection law by June 5, 2026; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Uniform Commercial Code
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the public comment review memorandum, updated
Legislative Operating Committee Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2026
Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

112 of 136
legislative analysis, and final draft of the Uniform Commercial Code.; seconded by Jonas
Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the fiscal impact statement request memorandum
and direct the Finance Department to provide the LOC with a fiscal impact statement of
the proposed Uniform Commercial Code by June 19, 2026.; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Eviction and Termination Law Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the updated public comment review memorandum,
draft, and legislative analysis; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the fiscal impact statement request memorandum
with revision to the due date and direct that the Finance Administration provide the LOC a
fiscal impact statement for the proposed Eviction and Termination law amendments by
June 19, 2026; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

New Submissions

V.

Additions

VI.

Administrative Updates

VII.

Executive Session

VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn at 9:19 a.m.; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.

Legislative Operating Committee Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2026
Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

113 of 136

Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins - Annual Tribal Nations and Wisconsin Department of.

Public Packet

114 of 136

Public Packet

115 of 136

Public Packet

116 of 136

Public Packet

117 of 136

Public Packet

118 of 136

Public Packet

119 of 136

Approve the nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

6/10/26

2. Session:
■ Open
‫܆‬
‫ ܆‬Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.

Justification: Choose or type justification

 Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR

Approve nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee
 $UHDVSRWHQWLDOO\LPSDFWHGRUDIIHFWHGE\WKLVUHTXHVW

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

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

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

Revised: 0/0/202

Page 1 of 2

Public Packet

120 of 136

 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

 Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted
‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

 Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Directo

Primary Requestor:

Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager

,QVWUXFWLRQV
1) Save a copy of this form for your records.
2) Print this form as a *.pdf OR print and scan this form in as *.pdf.
3) Attach a memoDGGUHVVHGWRWKH%XVLQHVV&RPPLWWHH describing your request
4) E-mail this form and all supporting materials in a *.pdf file(s) to:
BC_Agenda_Requests@oneidanation.org
5) If you are submitting a resolution for adoption, please send the :RUG version of
the resolution along with the Agenda Request file.
6) PleaseHPDLO%&B$JHQGDB5HTXHVWV#RQHLGDQDWLRQRUJwith any questions
regarding this form.

Revised: 0/0/202

Page 2 of 2

Public Packet

121 of 136

Memorandum
To:

Oneida Business Committee

From: Brandon Wisneski, Self-Governance Manager
Date: June 10, 2026
Re:

Nomination of Debra Danforth to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Tribal Advisory Committee

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the national public health agency of the
United States, with the goal of protecting public and health and safety through control and
prevention of disease and injury.
The purpose of the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee is to provide a forum for elected officers of
Tribal governments (or their designated employees) and CDC staff to exchange views,
information, or advice about public health issues in Indian country, identify urgent public health
needs, discuss collaborative approaches, and ensure that CDC activities or policies that impact
AI/AN tribes are brought to the attention of tribal leaders
Debra Danforth, Oneida Comprehensive Health Division Director, currently serves as an alternate
delegate to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee, with a term expiring August 31, 2026. The CDC
is now accepting nominations for the new two-year terms set to begin on September 1, 2026.
Recommended Action:
Approve Nomination of Debra Danforth to the CDC Tribal Advisory Committee.

Page 1 of 1

Public Packet

122 of 136

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION AND
AGENCY FOR TOXIC SUBSTANCES AND DISEASE REGISTRY
TRIBAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
CHARTER
Revised November 6, 2023

BACKGROUND
The United States has a unique legal and political relationship with Tribal governments,
established through and confirmed by the Constitution of the United States, treaties, statutes,
executive orders, and judicial decisions. In recognition of that special relationship, pursuant to
Executive Order 13175 of November 6, 2000, executive departments and agencies are charged
with engaging in regular and meaningful consultation and collaboration with Tribal officials in the
development of federal policies that have Tribal implications and are responsible for
strengthening the government-to-government relationship between the United States and Tribal
Nations. A presidential memorandum was issued on January 26, 2021, “Memorandum on Tribal
Consultation and Strengthening Nation-to-Nation Relationships.” In this memo the President
expressed renewed priorities to support robust Tribal Consultations and strengthen the
government-to-government relationships that exist between Tribes and the United States
Government.
This charter outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Centers for Disease Control
(CDC)/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) Tribal Advisory Committee
(TAC) to serve the purpose of seeking consensus, exchange views, share information, provide
advice and/or recommendations; or facilitate any other interaction related to intergovernmental
responsibilities or administration of CDC programs, including those that arise explicitly or
implicitly under statute, regulation or Executive Order.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the CDC/ATSDR1 TAC is to provide a forum wherein elected officers of Tribal
governments (or their designated employees or national association with authority to act on their
behalf) and CDC/ATSDR leaders exchange views, information, or advice relating to the
management or implementation of federal programs established pursuant to statute, and that
explicitly or inherently share intergovernmental responsibilities or administration. The content of
the meetings consists of exchanges of views, information, or advice on CDC/ATSDR program,
policies, and priorities that affect American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations, as well as
the implementation of intergovernmental responsibilities or administration, including those that
arise from statute, regulation, or executive order.

1

Note: References to CDC also apply to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR). The CDC
director also serves as the ATSDR administrator.

Public Packet

123 of 136

The TAC will support, and not supplant, any other government-to-government
consultation activities that CDC/ATSDR undertakes. In addition to assisting CDC/ATSDR in
the planning and coordination of Tribal consultation sessions, the TAC will advise CDC/ATSDR
regarding the Tribal consultation process and will help ensure that CDC/ATSDR activities or
policies that impact Tribal nations are brought to the attention of all Tribal leaders.
AUTHORITY
Pursuant to Presidential Executive Order No. 13175, November 6, 2000, and the Presidential
memoranda of September 23, 2004, and November 5, 2009, the United States Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) adopted a Tribal Consultation Policy that applies to all HHS
operating and staff divisions, including CDC and ATSDR. The HHS Tribal Consultation Policy
directs operating divisions to establish a process to ensure accountable, meaningful, and timely
input by Tribal officials in the development of policies that have Tribal implications.
Consistent with the HHS Tribal Consultation Policy, CDC and ATSDR established the
CDC/ATSDR TAC as one method of enhancing communications with Tribal governments. The
TAC Charter complies with an exemption within the “Unfunded Mandates Reform Act” or UMRA
(P.L. 104-4) to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) that promotes the free
communication between the Federal government and Tribal governments. In accordance with
this exemption, the TAC facilitates the exchange of views, information, or advice between
Federal officials and elected officers of Tribal governments (or their designated employees or
national association with authority to act on their behalf) acting in their official capacities.
FUNCTION
The TAC serves a vital role in guiding CDC/ATSDR’s engagement with federally-recognized
Tribal governments. Per the UMRA exemption policy and in recognition of Tribal sovereignty
and the government-to-government relationship between Federally recognized Tribal
governments and the Federal government, TAC responsibilities are to exchange views, share
information, provide advice and/or recommendations; or facilitate any other interaction relating
to the management or implementation of intergovernmental responsibilities or administration,
including those arising from federal statute, regulation, or Executive Order.
In addition, specific functions of the TAC may include but are not limited to:
1. Identify evolving issues and barriers to access, coverage, and delivery of services to
AI/AN populations related to CDC/ATSDR programs
2. Propose clarifications, recommendations, and solutions to address issues raised at
tribal, regional, and national levels
3. Serve as a forum for tribes and CDC/ATSDR to discuss these issues and proposals for
changes to CDC/ATSDR regulations, policies, and procedures
4. Identify priorities and provide advice on appropriate strategies for tribal consultation on
issues at the tribal, regional, and/or national levels
5. Ensure that pertinent issues are brought to the attention of Tribal Governments in a
timely manner, so that timely Tribal feedback can be obtained.

Public Packet

124 of 136

COMMITTEE COMPOSITION
The TAC will include only elected officers of Tribal governments acting in their official capacities
or their designated employees with authority to act on their behalf.
The TAC will consist of 17 members (also known as delegates):
x Twelve of these positions will be filled by one delegate from each of the 12 Indian Health
Service (IHS) areas. The IHS areas are Alaska, Albuquerque, Bemidji, Billings,
California, Great Plains, Nashville, Navajo, Oklahoma, Phoenix, Portland, and Tucson.
x Five of these positions will be National At-Large Tribal Member (NALM) positions. These
positions were created to facilitate broader coverage of regional and national Tribal
perspectives and views on CDC/ATSDR issues and programs.
Each TAC delegate will have only one (1) designated TAC alternate, who may represent the
TAC delegate in TAC meetings and other TAC activities in the event the TAC delegate is unable
to attend. A designated TAC alternate must be qualified to represent the same Area as the TAC
delegate but does not have to be from the same Tribe as the TAC delegate.
TAC Delegate
Each TAC Delegate should be an elected officer of a Tribal government or designated
representative acting in his or her official capacity. All NALM members must either be elected
Tribal officials, acting in their capacity as elected officials of their Tribe, or be designated by an
elected Tribal official, in that official's elected capacity, with authority to act on behalf of the
Tribal official. The delegate must be qualified to represent the views of their Tribal government
and others in the respective area from which he or she was nominated.
Employees of an elected officer of a Tribal government or national associations who have
authority to act on that officer’s behalf, and who are designated to do so in writing (i.e., a
designated representative), may be nominated as a TAC delegate and if chosen to participate
on the TAC in lieu of the elected officer. A designated representative should have authority to
speak for and bind the Tribal government he or she is representing in the same manner that the
Tribal official would.
If a TAC Delegate cannot attend a TAC meeting, the delegate will notify, by email, the Director
of the Office of Tribal Affairs and Strategic Alliances (OTASA) within CDC’s National Center for
State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce. OTASA will then
notify the alternate, prior to the meeting, to participate on the TAC delegate’s behalf.

TAC Alternate
The TAC Alternate should be an elected officer of a Tribal government or designated
representative, acting in his or her official capacity. An area alternate must be qualified to
represent the views of their Tribal government and o

[Text truncated at 120,000 characters. The full text is on the page linked above.]

---

Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aoneida_nation%3Abb478becb219bc5a. Public record. Not legal advice.