# Oneida Business Committee (2025)

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## Record

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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, October 07, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, October 08, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Agenda

Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.
Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members
of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.

I.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

OPENING

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA

IV.

OATH OF OFFICE

V.

A.

Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Kalene White
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

B.

Oneida Election Board Alternate - Kalene White
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

C.

Oneida Nation School Board - Kimberly Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

MINUTES
A.

Approve the September 26, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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RESOLUTIONS
A.

VII.

Adopt resolution entitled Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign
Immunity for Real Estate Transactions Insured by First American Title Insurance
Company
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

B.

FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the September 11, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

2.

Accept the September 25, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.

VIII.

Accept the September 3, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

TRAVEL REPORTS
A.

Accept the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM)
- Santa Fe, NM - August 13-18, 2025
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

B.

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Bad River Health and
Wellness Grand Opening - Bad River, WI - July 17-18, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

C.

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Self Governance
Meeting (IHS-TSGAC) - Washington, D.C. - July 22-25, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

D.

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2025 Women are Sacred
Conference - Milwaukee, WI - July 29-31, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

E.

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for
Women and Families (ACF) Consultation - Mille Lacs, MN - August 24-25, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

F.

Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Indian Health
Board Conference - Phoenix, AZ - September 8-11, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

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TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

X.

GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.

XI.

Approve the notice and materials for the December 8, 2025, tentatively scheduled
special General Tribal Council meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.

B.

XII.

Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for
Children and Families Tribal Advisory Committee (ACF) - Washington, D.C. November 3-6, 2025
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

REPORTS
1.

Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance September report
(8:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

2.

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (10:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

3.

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

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Determine next steps regarding the draft Oneida Nation SSBCI Loan Program
Service Agreement (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

2.

Accept the September 5, 2025, Business Committee Officer session notes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

3.

Approve 5 new enrollments
Sponsor: Jermaine Delgado, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee

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/

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For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214

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Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Kalene White

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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

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Oneida Nation

Government Administrative Office

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

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

September 29, 2025

RE:

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

Background
On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kalene White to the
Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc Committee.

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

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Oneida Election Board Alternate - Kalene White

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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

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Oneida Nation

Government Administrative Office

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

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

September 29, 2025

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board - Alternate

Background
On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kalene White to the
Oneida Election Board - Alternate.

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

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Oneida Nation School Board - Kimberly Skenandore

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

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

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Oneida Nation

Government Administrative Office

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

Memorandum
TO:

Oneida Business Committee

FROM:

Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor

DATE:

September 29, 2025

RE:

Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board

Background
On September 26, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Kimberly Skenandore
to the Oneida Nation School Board.

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

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Approve the September 26, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/08/25

2. General Information:
Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

4. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted
☐ Not Applicable

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☒ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Additional Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

Submitted By:

BPIGMAN

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DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Friday, September 26, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby
Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Arrived at: Secretary Lisa Liggins at 11:00 a.m.
Others present: Jo A. House, RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams1), Mark W. Powless
(via Microsoft Teams), Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Biely (via Microsoft Teams),
Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Laura Laitinen-Warren (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo
Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams),
Debra L. Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft
Teams), Janice Decorah (via Microsoft Teams), David Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via
Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley
Blaker (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams),
Heather Ohuafi (via Microsoft Teams), Joe Sikora (via Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles (via
Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams), CherylAliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via
Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), James
Petitjean (via Microsoft Teams), Brenda Mendolla-Buckley (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via
Microsoft Teams), Shannon Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia M. King (via Microsoft Teams), Nicolas
Reynolds (via Microsoft Teams), Kathleen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft
Teams), Amber Vankirk (via Microsoft Teams), Paul Witek (via Microsoft Teams), Dennis Reckelberg (via
Microsoft Teams), Mark W. Powless, Mark Powless, William Sauer, Esau Powless, Garth Webster,
Connor Kestell, Joe Valentino, Stan Webster, Nancy Skenandore, Melanie Burkhart, Cecil Skenandore,
Michelle Braaten, Jeremy King, Thurston Denny, June Cornelius, Lloyd Powless Jr, Sharon Powless,
Dawn Brown, Barb Dickson, Bonnie Pigman (via Microsoft Teams);

I.

CALL TO ORDER

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:35 a.m.
For the record: Secretary Lisa Liggins is out on personal leave and will be arriving late. Councilman
Marlon Skenandore is out on approved leave.

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

sharing, and video meetings.

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II.

OPENING (00:00:05)

Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
Item III. was addressed next.
A.

Special recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Lloyd E. Powless Jr. (00:34:20)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 11:17 a.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Secretary Lisa Liggins; Councilman
Jonas Hill; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Councilman Jameson
Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Marlon Skenandore;
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 09-26-25-H Recognizing Lloyd E. Powless Jr. for Lifetime
Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
B.

Special recognition - Lifetime Achievement - Mark A. Powless Sr. (00:47:22)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution 09-26-25-I Recognizing Mark A. Powless Sr. for Lifetime
Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida Nation, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Marlon Skenandore
Item XI. was addressed next.

III.

ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:00:28)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt the agenda with two (2) changes [1) under the Resolutions
section, add item entitled Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for CIP #22-115 Public Market Utilizing
Tribal Contribution Savings; and 2) under the Executive Session section, New Business, add item
entitled Approve Mod 3 to USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723], seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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IV.

OATH OF OFFICE
A.

Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission - William Sauer (00:02:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Oaths of office administered by Councilwoman Jennifer Webster. William Sauer was present.

V.

MINUTES
A.

Approve the September 10, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:05:08)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the September 10, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

VI.

RESOLUTIONS
A.

Adopt resolution entitled Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026 Draft Budget and Directive
to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval (00:05:50)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-A Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026 Draft
Budget and Directive to Present Budget to the General Tribal Council for Approval, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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B.

Adopt resolution entitled Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry Over Funds to
Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget (00:09:28) (00:21:29)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Lawrence Barton to table resolution Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry Over Funds to
Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget item, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item VI.C. was addressed next.
Motion by Jameson Wilson to take this item from the table, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-E Authorizing Use of $4,835,992 Carry
Over Funds to Balance the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item VII. was addressed next.
C.

Adopt resolution entitled Support nomination of Councilman Jameson J. Wilson
for the National Congress of American Indians Midwest Region Vice-President
(00:11:23)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-B Support nomination of Councilman
Jameson J. Wilson for the National Congress of American Indians Midwest Region Vice-President,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
D.

Adopt resolution entitled Amending Completion Deadline for ARPA FRF LR TCS
Obligation for Change Management Initiative Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
- BC Resolution # 10-26-22-E (00:13 :49)
Sponsor: Laura Laitinen-Warren, Executive HR Director

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-C Amending Completion Deadline for
ARPA FRF LR TCS Obligation for Change Management Initiative Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings BC Resolution # 10-26-22-E, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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E.

Adopt resolution entitled Obligation for CIP # 22-115 Public Market Utilizing Tribal
Contribution Savings (00:14:36)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-D Obligation for CIP # 22-115 Public
Market Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item VIII. was addressed next.

VII.

APPOINTMENTS
A.

Determine next steps regarding five (5) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad
Hoc Committee (00:24:40)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kalene White to the Oneida Election
Board - Ad Hoc Committee, to a term ending December 31, 2025; and to request the Secretary to
repost the remaining vacancies, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
B.

Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Election Board
Alternates (00:25:07)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kalene White to the Oneida Election
Board Alternates, to a term end upon the ratification of the second 2025 special election results; and to
request the Secretary to repost the remaining vacancies, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
C.

Determine next steps regarding two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board
(00:25:33)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the selected applicant; to appoint Kimberly Skenandore to the Oneida
Nation School Board, with a term ending July 31, 2028; and to request the Secretary to repost the
remaining vacancy, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item X. was addressed next.

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VIII.

TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.

Approve the travel request - Treasurer Lawrence Barton - RES Summit 2026 - Las
Vegas, NV - March 22-27, 2026 (00:17:23)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel request for Treasurer Lawrence Barton and two (2)
additional Business Committee members to attend the RES Summit 2026 in Las Vegas, NV on March
22-27, 2026, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
B.

Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Dept. of Ag, Trade, and
Consumer Protection (DATCP) Tourism and Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) Keshena, WI - October 14-15, 2025 (00:18:35)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen and one (1)
additional Business Committee member to attend the Dept. of Ag, Trade, and Consumer Protection
(DATCP) Tourism and Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) in Keshena, WI on October 14-15, 2025,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
C.

Approve the travel request - Councilman Jonas Hill - 13th Annual Indian Law CLE Wisconsin Dells, WI - November 5-7, 2025 (00:19:26)
Sponsor: Jonas Hill, Councilman

Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the travel request for Councilman Jonas Hill to attend the 13th
Annual Indian Law CLE in Wisconsin Dells, WI on November 5-7, 2025, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item IX.B. was addressed next.

IX.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Approve the Budget Contingency Plan update (00:30:51)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer

Motion by Jonas Hill to defer the Budget Contingency Plan update to the November 12, 2025, regular
Business Committee meeting, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
For the record: The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Item II.A. was addressed next.
B.

Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Road
Reconstruction and Repair Agreement - Oneida Nation and Town of Oneida - file #
2025-1074 (00:20:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Road
Reconstruction and Repair Agreement - Oneida Nation and Town of Oneida - file # 2025-1074,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into executive session at 8:56 a.m., 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 Jonas Hill to come out of executive session at 10:16 a.m., seconded by Lawrence Barton.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item VI.B. was addressed next.

X.

EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:26:05)
A.

REPORTS
1.

Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (00:26:13)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the CEO-Nation Services report, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
2.

Accept the Treasurer's August 2025 report (00:26:26)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer

Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Treasurer's August 2025 report, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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DRAFT
3.

Accept the Chief Counsel report (00:26:43
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel

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

AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.

Accept the August 19, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
(00:26:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the August 19, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
2.

Accept the Title 31 Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
(00:27:10)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Title 31 Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
C.

NEW BUSINESS
1.

Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Green Bay Packers
Sponsorship Contract - file # 2025-0975 (00:27:24)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, CEO-Oneida Casino Hotel

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion 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
2.

Deliberations regarding pardon application - Briana A. Summers (00:27:38)
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the recommendation of the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening
Committee; to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-F Regarding Pardon of Briana A. Summers and to move
the resolution to open session, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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DRAFT
3.

Deliberations regarding pardon application - Daniel G. Webster Jr. (00:28:42)
Sponsor: Eric Boulanger, Chair/Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee

Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the recommendation of the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening
Committee; to adopt resolution # 09-26-25-G Regarding Pardon of Daniel G. Webster Jr. and to move
the resolution to open session, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
4.

Review application(s) for five (5) vacancies - Oneida Election Board - Ad Hoc
Committee (00:29:01)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

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

Review application(s) for four (4) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Alternates
(0029:17)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Election
Board Alternates vacancies as information, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
6.

Review application(s) for two (2) vacancies - Oneida Nation School Board
(00:29:32)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary

Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Nation School
Board vacancies as information, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
7.

Approve the Multi-Year Funding Agreement Between Oneida Nation and the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Indian Health Service
Programs October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2028-Amendment - file #
2024-1056 (00:29:48)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the Multi-Year Funding Agreement Between Oneida Nation and the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Indian Health Service Programs October 1, 2023,
through September 30, 2028-Amendment - file # 2024-1056, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore

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DRAFT
8.

Approve Mod 3 USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723 (00:30:16)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director

Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve Mod 3 USDA FDPIR Demo Project Contract - file # 2021-0723,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore
Item IX.A. was addressed next.

XI.

ADJOURN

Motion by Jonas Hill to adjourn at 11:59 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
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ONEIDA BUSINESS COMMITTEE

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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

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

Justification: Choose or type justification

 Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
Approve Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First Am
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‫ ܆‬Finance
‫ ܆‬Law Office
‫ ܆‬Gaming/Retail
‫ ܆‬Other:

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

5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Lauren Hartman, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Acquisition Mgr
Nicole Rommel, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Deputy Director
Eric McLester, Environmental Land & Agriculture Division Director
Enter (Name, Title/Entity) OR Choose from List

Revised: 01/07/2025

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 Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

 Budget Information:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
‫ ܆‬Unbudgeted
‫ ܆‬Other: Describe

 Submission:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2025.09.18 10:13:35 -05'00'

Authorized Sponsor:

Mark W. Powless, General Manager

Primary Requestor:

Lauren Hartman, ELA Acqusition Manager

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Environmental, Land & Agriculture Division

To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Lauren Hartman, Acquisition Manager
CC:
Nicole Rommel, Deputy Director
Eric McLester, Division Director
Mark Powless, CEO-Nation Services
Date: 9-22-2025
Re:
Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First
American Title Insurance Company
On January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company required all their tribal clients
waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance.
To continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by First
American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to consider
approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR approve an
annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American Title Insurance
Company on an annual basis.
This requirement for Land Management to request separate limited waivers for each
transaction is not efficient and risks the Nation’s ability to meet timelines. This resolution is
requesting approval annually effective October 1, 2025 and expiring September 31, 2026.

Little Bear Development Center
N7332 Water Circle Place
Oneida, WI 54155

Tsyunhehkwa Farm
N139 Riverdale Drive
Oneida, WI 54155

Land &Conservation Office
470 Airport Drive
Oneida, WI 54155

Cannery
N7210 Seminary Rd
Oneida, WI 54155

Oneida Nation Farm
N6010 Cty Rd C
Seymour, WI 54165

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Environmental, Land & Agriculture Division

To:
General Manager
From: Lauren Hartman, Acquisition Manager
CC:
Nicole Rommel, Deputy Director
Eric McLester, Division Director
Date: 9-18-2025
Re:
Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions by First
American Title Insurance Company
On January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company required all their tribal clients
waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance.
To continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by First
American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to consider
approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR approve an
annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American Title Insurance
Company on an annual basis.
This requirement for Land Management to request separate limited waivers for each
transaction is not efficient and risks the Nation’s ability to meet timelines. This resolution is
requesting approval annually effective October 1, 2025 and expiring September 31, 2026.

Little Bear Development Center
N7332 Water Circle Place
Oneida, WI 54155

Tsyunhehkwa Farm
N139 Riverdale Drive
Oneida, WI 54155

Land &Conservation Office
470 Airport Drive
Oneida, WI 54155

Cannery
N7210 Seminary Rd
Oneida, WI 54155

Oneida Nation Farm
N6010 Cty Rd C
Seymour, WI 54165

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ONEIDA LAW OFFICE
CONFIDENTIAL: ATTORNEY/CLIENT WORK PRODUCT
TO:

Lauren N. Hartman
Land Management Division-Administration

Use this number on future correspondence:

2025-1047

FROM: Krystal L. John, Staff Attorney

Krystal L. John

Digitally signed by Krystal L.
John
Date: 2025.09.17 10:45:11
-05'00'

Law Office use only

9 Purchasing review not required
‫ ܆‬HRD approval needed

DATE: September 16, 2025
RE:

First American Title Insurance Company-FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign
Immunity
If you have any questions or comments regarding this review, please call 869-4327.

The attached agreement, contract, policy and/or guaranty has been reviewed by the Oneida Law
Office for legal content only. Please review for compliance with the current budget resolution
prior to entering said contract. Please note the following:
9 The document is in appropriate legal form – it is an OBC resolution, so OBC approval is
implicitly required. (OBC Submittal is a management decision and execution is an OBC
decision.)

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

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Oneida, WI 54155

BC Resolution # Leave this line blank
Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions
Insured by First American Title Insurance Company
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,

when the Nation acquires new properties and when the Nation conducts fee-to-trust
transactions, the Nation enters contracts with title insurance companies for the
purpose of insuring the title the Nation is receiving, either deeded directly to the
Nation or to the United States in Trust on behalf of the Oneida Nation; and

WHEREAS,

all of the companies the Nation currently contracts for real estate title work are
underwritten by First American Title Insurance Company; and

WHEREAS,

effective January 1, 2024, First American Title Insurance Company is requiring
that all their tribal clients waive sovereign immunity to receive title insurance; and

WHEREAS,

the Oneida Nation Sovereign Immunity law, in §112.6-2(b) allows for a waiver of
sovereign immunity to be made by Oneida Business Committee motion or resolution; and

WHEREAS,

to continue receiving title insurance policies for real estate transactions underwritten by
First American Title Insurance Company, the Oneida Business Committee will need to
consider approving a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for each real estate closing OR
approve an annual resolution for a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for First American
Title Insurance Company on an annual basis; and

WHEREAS,

requiring Land Management to request a separate limited waiver of sovereign immunity in
favor of First American Title Insurance Company for each closing is not efficient and risks
the Nation’s ability to successfully compete in a time sensitive real estate market; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee hereby provides a limited waiver
of sovereign immunity to First American Title Insurance Company that is effective for Oneida Nation Fiscal
Year 2026, effective October 1, 2025 and expiring on September 31, 2026, for real estate transactions
insured by First American Title Insurance Company and facilitated by a title company that is an approved
vendor of the Nation in accordance with the Vendor Licensing Law. This waiver is provided for the sole
purpose of allowing any action or proceeding requesting interpretation of any of the terms and provisions
of a title insurance policy or determining the rights and obligations of First American Title Insurance

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BC Resolution # _______
Approval of FY 2026 Annual Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity for Real Estate Transactions
Insured by First American Title Insurance Company
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Company under the policy. Specifically, the Oneida Business Committee expressly and irrevocably (1)
grants a limited waiver of sovereign immunity to First American Title Insurance Company; (2) waives any
defense due to failure to exhaust remedies in the courts of the Nation; and (3) consents to jurisdiction and
venue in the federal courts of the United States of America and the courts of the State(s) where the Land
is located. These waivers and consents (1) do not extend to any action for monetary damages against the
Nation; (2) do not extend to the benefit of any third party; and (3) shall be valid and binding only for so long
as coverage under the policy continues.

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Accept the September 11, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

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 09/11/25 & 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

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6. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2025
DATE:

09/11/25

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2025. 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 M ajo r it y of 4 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he S ept emb e r
11 , 2 0 25 , Fi na nc e Com mit t e e M e et in g Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing
inc lud ed : Jen nif e r W eb st e r , L i sa Li ggi ns , Jon a s Hi ll, and Ch ad F u s s.

These Finance Committee Minutes of September 11, 2025, 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

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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member

Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel
Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
OTHERS PRESENT : Aliskwet Ellis, Phil Wisneski, James Petitjean, Christina Bluebird,
Henrietta Cornelius, David Jordan, Rhiannon “RC” Metoxen, Sarah Miller, and Ashley Blaker.

I.

CALL TO ORDER:
The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice‐Chair at 8:29
A.M.

II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: SEPTEMBER 11, 2025
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the September 11, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: August 28, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 8/28/25)

Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on August 28,
2025, approving the August 28, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

IV.

NEW BUSINESS:
1. City of Green Bay – FY25 Annual Gov. Agreement Payment
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

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Payment in the amount of $525,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Village of Ashwaubenon – Annual Agreement Payment
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $297,618.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – Annual Agreement
Payment in the amount of $297,618.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Village of Ashwaubenon – EMS Annual Agreement Payment
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $25,000.00

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – EMS Annual
Agreement Payment in the amount of $25,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried unanimously.
4. Village of Ashwaubenon – P & R Annual Agreement Payment
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $50,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve Village of Ashwaubenon – P & R Annual Agreement
Payment in the amount of $50,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. Brown County Service Agreement
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs

Amount: $660,431.29

Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Brown County Service Agreement in the amount
of $660,431.29. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
6. FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Custodial Supplies
Leah Dodge, Gaming – Facilities

Amount: $62,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Custodial Supplies
in the amount of $62,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
7. FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Paper Products
Leah Dodge, Gaming – Facilities
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Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Lakeland Supply – Paper Products in
the amount of $185,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
8. FY26 Blkt PO – Chambers & Owen Inc.
Amount: $42,500,000.00
9. FY26 Blkt PO – US Venture Inc. (Fuel)
Amount: $21,000,000.00
10. FY26 Blkt PO – True North Energy
Amount: $5,000,000.00
11. FY26 Blkt PO – Reyes Holding (Coca‐Cola)
Amount: $838,000.00
12. FY26 Blkt PO – WP Beverages LLC (Pepsi)
Amount: $777,780.00
13. FY26 Blkt PO – Dean Distributing Inc.
Amount: $450,000.00
14. FY26 Blkt PO – Frito‐Lay Inc.
Amount: $280,000.00
15. FY26 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing Inc.
Amount: $280,000.00
16. FY26 Blkt PO – Triangle Distributing Co. Ince.
Amount: $250,002.00
17. FY26 Blkt PO – Birdseye Dairy Inc.
Amount: $220,000.00
18. FY26 Blkt PO – Kitchen Fresh Foods LLC
Amount: $210,006.00
19. FY26 Blkt PO – Seven‐Up Bottling Co Inc.
Amount: $210,000.00
20. FY26 Blkt PO – EnergiTech (US Venture Inc.) – Repairs/Service Amount: $199,003.00
21. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service
Amount: $189,590.00
22. FY26 Blkt PO – Kag Energy LLC
Amount: $157,305.00
23. FY26 Blkt PO – Lightning Wash LLC
Amount: $150,000.00
24. FY26 Blkt PO – WDI LLC
Amount: $130,000.00
25. FY26 Blkt PO – Loomis LLC
Amount: $112,000.00
26. FY26 Blkt PO – Red Bull Distribution Co Inc.
Amount: $110,007.00
27. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor Co Inc.
Amount: $80,000.00
28. FY26 Blkt PO – Simone DeCoteau (Simon’s Burritos)
Amount: $70,000.00
29. FY26 Blkt PO – Paytronix Systems Inc (Loyalty App)
Amount: $68,544.00
30. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Inventory Service Inc.
Amount: $63,000.00
31. FY26 Blkt PO – EnergiTech (US Venture Inc.) – Gilbarco
Amount: $60,000.00
32. FY26 Blkt PO – Shawn’s Pro Wash LLC
Amount: $51,225.00
33. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beer Northeast
Amount: $50,000.00
34. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beverage Sales Co – Liquor
Amount: $50,000.00
James Petitjean, Retail
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve for the cost of business items #8 ‐ #34 under
New Business in the amounts requested. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
35. FY26 Blkt PO – Sipple Chiropractic LLC – Clinic Services
Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

Amount: $60,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve items #35 ‐ #38 under New Business in the amounts
requested. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
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36. FY26 Blkt PO – VDH Nursing – Service & Rent
Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health
See Action in New Business #35.
37. FY26 Blkt PO – Neurology & Associates – Clinic Services
Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

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Amount: $65,000.00

See Action in New Business #35.
38. FY26 Blkt PO – Bellin Memorial Hospital
Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

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Amount: $60,000.00

Amount: $430,000.00

See Action in New Business #35.
39. FY26 Blkt PO – NDX Lords (Lords Dental) – Dental Lab Services
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

Amount: $200,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #39 ‐ #44 in the amounts requested. Seconded
by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
40. FY26 Blkt PO – Quality Crown Bridge – Dental Lab Services
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental
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See Action in New Business #39.
41. FY26 Blkt PO – Vintage Dental Lab – Dental Lab Services
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

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Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.
44. FY26 Blkt PO – Linde Gas – Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

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Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.
43. FY26 Blkt PO – Henry Schein Inc. – Dental Supplies
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

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Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.
42. FY26 Blkt PO – Patterson Dental Supply – Dental Supplies
Henrietta Cornelius, Comp. Health – Dental

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Amount: $200,000.00

See Action in New Business #39.

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Amount: $50,000.00

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ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
REPORT:

1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – September 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for September 2025.
Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.

VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
VIII. FOLLOW UP: None
IX. FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None
X. ADJOURN: Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:44 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:

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September 11, 2025

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Accept the September 25, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

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 09/25/25 & 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

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6. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Larry Barton, Treasurer

Primary Requestor:

Ashley Blaker, Office Manager

Revised: 01/07/2025

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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:

FINANCE COMMITTEE

FROM:

ASHLEY BLAKER, OFFICE MANAGER

SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
DATE:

09/26/25

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of September 25, 2025. The E-Poll and minutes were sent
out on 09/25/25 and concluded on 09/26/25. The results of the completed E-Poll are
as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a M ajo r it y of 4 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he S ept emb e r
25 , 2 0 25 , Fi na nc e Com mit t e e M e et in g Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing
inc lud ed : L i s a L i g g i n s, R aL in da N in h am- L amb e ri e s, Jon a s H il l, an d S a ra h
Wh it e .

These Finance Committee Minutes of September 25, 2025, 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

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FINANCE COMMITTEE
FC REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room

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

RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel

FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT : Heather Ohuafi, Joe Sikora, Tanya Danforth, Paul Witek, Dana McLester,
Greg Matson, Jamie Metoxen, Josephine Skenandore, Nathan Maufort, Christina Bluebird,
Marilyn King, Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Carrie Lindsey, Brenda Haen, Eric Bristol, David
Jordan, 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: SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the September 25, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda with two deletions under New Business #27 and #28 along with two add‐ons under
New Business items #50 and #51. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

III.

FC MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 09/11/25)

Motion by Jonas Hill to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on September 11, 2025,
approving the September 11, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

IV. SPECIAL FC E‐POLL:
1. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – BHS – MD Contract 2019‐0988
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
(Approved via E‐Poll on 09/18/25)
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Amount: $16, 250.00
Total PO: $276,250.00

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Motion by Jonas Hill to acknowledge the Special FC E‐Poll action taken on September
18, 2025, approving the FY25 Blkt PO Increase – BHS – MD Contract 2019‐0988 in the
amount of $16,250.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.

V.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. FY26 Blkt PO – Green Bay Packers Contract Year 1 of 10
Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing

Amount: $4,706,697.75

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blkt PO – Green Bay Packers Contract Year 1 of
10 in the amount of $4,706,697.75. Seconded by Sarah White for discussion who
withdrew her support. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐
Lamberies and Jonas Hill. Motion carried. Amendment to the main Motion by Lisa
Liggins approval is contingent upon Gaming bringing back the impact of a 5 to 7‐year
term for clarity to the next FC meeting on October 9, 2025. Seconded by Chad Fuss.
For the record Jonas Hill abstained due to the significant concerns raised by the
community members regarding the cost of this contract. I respectfully abstain from
voting on this item. I believe it’s important that our decisions reflect the voices of the
people we represent.
For the record RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies abstained as the term of 10‐year contract,
from her perspective, puts the Nation at great liability because we are not sure if we
can afford the financial obligations for 10 years with the changes that are occurring in
Operational Costs in Gaming and the environment overall.

VI. CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Oneida Construction Services – Task Order #16 ONES Sugar Camp Amount: $79,886.00
Paul Witek, Engineering
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve Oneida Construction Services – Task Order #16 ONES
Sugar Camp in the amount of $79,886.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.

VII.

NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY26 Blkt PO – Helping Hands Caregivers
Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $350,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Helping Hands Caregivers in the
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unanimously.

2. FY26 Blkt PO – La Sante Wisconsin Inc.
Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $100,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – La Sante Wisconsin Inc. in the
amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. FY26 Blkt PO – LiveWell Home Care Services LLC
Carrie Lindsey, Comp. Health

Amount: $120,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – LiveWell Home Care Services LLC in
the amount of $120,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. FY26 Blkt PO – 1822 Land & Development (Food Distribution)
Marilyn King, Food Distribution

Amount: $54,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – 1822 Land & Development (Food
Distribution) in the amount of $54,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
For the Record, RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies stated the lease term is 20 years 5 months.

5. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees Amount: $8,988.72
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Total PO: $800,988.72
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – LNW
Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees in the amount of $8,988.72. Seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
6. FY26 Blkt PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees Amount: $18,000.00
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Total PO: $810,000.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO Increase – LNW Gaming Inc. –
Monthly Maint. Fees in the amount of $18,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried unanimously.

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7. FY26 Blkt PO – Gorden Flesch – Copier/Click Charges
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

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Amount: $350,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Gorden Flesch – Copier/Click
Charges in the amount of $350,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.

8. FY26 Blkt PO – Mail Haus Inc. – Postage
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $50,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Mail Haus Inc. – Postage in the
amount of $50,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
9. FY26 Blkt PO – Oneida Post Office – Postage & PO Box
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $900,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oneida Post Office – Postage &
PO Box in the amount of $900,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. FY26 Blkt PO – Pitney Bowes – Postage & Supplies
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $100,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Pitney Bowes – Postage &
Supplies in the amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
11. FY26 Blkt PO – Steen Macek – Paper & Envelope Supplies
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $250,000.00
$200,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Steen Macek – Paper & Envelope
Supplies in the updated amount of $200,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried unanimously.

12. FY26 Blkt PO – UPS – Shipping Costs
Michelle Danforth‐Anderson, Tourism

Amount: $150,000.00
$100,000.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – UPS – Shipping
Costs in the updated amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
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13. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service – Federally Funded
Dana McLester, CHD

Amount: $90,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #13 & #14 FY26 Blanket POs for CHD in the
requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
14. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service – Rentals/Warehouses
Dana McLester, CHD
‐

Amount: $50,000.00

See Action in New Business #13.
15. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Home & Therapy LLC – Home Health Services Amount: $250,000.00
Brenda Haen, Comp. Health
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Home &
Therapy LLC – Home Health Services in the amount of $250,000.00. Seconded by Sarah
White. Motion carried unanimously.

16. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Home & Therapy LLC – Home Health Staffing Amount: $265,000.00
Brenda Haen, Comp. Health
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Home &
Therapy LLC – Home Health Staffing in the amount of $265,000.00. Seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
17. FY26 Blkt PO – MS Data Insight LLC
Tanya Danforth, Gaming – Employee Services

Amount: $252,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – MS Data Insight LLC in the
amount of $252,000.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.

18. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Cash/CC Sales Reimb.
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $6,000,000.00

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group – Cash/CC Sales
Reimb. in the amount of $6,000,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies.
Motion carried unanimously.
19. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Comps Reimbursement
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
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Amount: $2,200,000.00

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Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group –

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Comps Reimbursement in the amount of $2,200,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
20. FY26 Blkt PO – Oak View Group – Profit & Loss
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $500,000.00
$100,000.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oak View Group – Profit & Loss in
the updated amount of $100,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
21. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

Amount: $450,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #21 ‐ #26 the FY26 Blanket POs for Gaming‐
Admin in the requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
22. FY26 Blkt PO – Dean Distributing
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
‐

See Action in New Business #21.
23. FY26 Blkt PO – General Beverage
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $250,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.
26. FY26 Blkt PO – Breakthru Beverage
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.
25. FY26 Blkt PO – Triangle Distributing
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.
24. FY26 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin

‐

Amount: $350,000.00

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #21.
27. FY26 Blkt PO – Harters – Refuse & Recycling Services
Bridget John, Utilities
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Deleted from the Agenda.
28. FY26 Blkt PO – WE Energies – Gas & Electricity
Bridget John, Utilities

Amount: $73,000.00

Deleted from the Agenda.
29. Infinium – Annual GHR Subscription Fees
Eric Bristol, DTS

Amount: $428,200.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve Infinium – Annual GHR Subscription Fees in the
amount of $428,200.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐
Lamberies. Motion carried.
30. Traditions LLC. – Holiday Decor & Lighting
Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing

Amount: $69,971.58

Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve Traditions LLC. – Holiday Decor & Lighting in the
amount of $69,971.58. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Abstained by RaLinda Ninham‐
Lamberies and Sarah White. Motion carried.
For the record it’s helpful to include Purchasing when sending out RFPs. This helps
know what and how the vendors were scored on.
31. FY26 Blkt PO – Envoy‐Northwoods‐Superior Chemical
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

Amount: $100,00.00

Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #31 ‐ #38 the FY26 Blanket
POs for Gaming‐Admin in the requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried unanimously.
32. FY26 Blkt PO – Filtration Concepts – HVAC Filters
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
‐

See Action in New Business #31.
33. FY26 Blkt PO – OTIS Elevator Co. – Inspections for Casino/Hotel
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

Amount: $91,684.68

See Action in New Business #31.
34. FY26 Blkt PO – OTIS Elevator Co. – Service Calls
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
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Amount: $80,000.000

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35. FY26 Blkt PO – The Plant People Inc.
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
‐

Amount: $70,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.
38. FY26 Blkt PO – Belson Company – Custodial Supplies
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.
37. FY26 Blkt PO – Vertiv Corporation
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

Amount: $100,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.
36. FY26 Blkt PO – United States Alliance Fire & Protection
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities

‐

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See Action in New Business #31.

Amount: $274,000.00

See Action in New Business #31.
39. FY26 Blkt PO – Crawford/Broadspire Loss Fund – WC Admin.
Christina Bluebird, Self‐Funded Health

Amount: $60,000.00

Motion by Chad Fuss to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Crawford/Broadspire Loss Fund –
WC Admin. in the amount of $60,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
40. FY26 Blkt PO – First Supply
Dana McLester, CHD

Amount: $63,000.00

Motion by Jonas Hill to approve items #40 ‐ #48 the FY26 Blanket POs for CHD in the
requested amounts. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
41. FY26 Blkt PO – Johnstone Supplies
Dana McLester, CHD
‐

See Action in New Business #40.
42. FY26 Blkt PO – Menards
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $60,000.00

Amount: $170,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.
43. FY26 Blkt PO – Yellow Thunder dba Mid State Supply
Dana McLester, CHD
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See Action in New Business #40.
44. FY26 Blkt PO – First Supply – Grant Funded
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

See Action in New Business #40.
45. FY26 Blkt PO – Johnstone Supplies – Grant Funded
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $170,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.
47. FY26 Blkt PO – Valley Cabinet – Grant Funded
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $63,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.
46. FY26 Blkt PO – Menards – Grant Funded
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

Amount: $50,000.00

Amount: $60,000.00

See Action in New Business #40.
48. FY26 Blkt PO – Woodstock Harwood Flooring LLC – Grant Funded Amount: $55,000.00
Dana McLester, CHD

‐

See Action in New Business #40.
49. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Wisconsin Public Service
Nicole Rommel, Land Management

Amount: $10,000.00
Total PO: $180,000.00

Motion by Sarah White to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Wisconsin Public
Service in the amount of $10,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
50. ADD‐ON: FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co. – Inspections Amount: $192,532.77
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
Total PO: $284,271.45
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #50 & #51 in the amounts
requested. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
51. ADD‐ON: FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co. – Service Calls Amount: $11,655.63
Nathan Maufort, Gaming – Facilities
Total PO: $60,655.63
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See Action in New Business #50.
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DONATION:

REPORT:

1. FC Donation Report – September 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to accept the FC Donation Report for
September 2025. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.

IX.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: None

X. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
XI. FOLLOW UP: None
XII. FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None
XIII.

ADJOURN: Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to adjourn. Seconded by
Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:41 A.M.

Minutes submitted by:
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary

Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:

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Accept the September 3, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

09/24/25

2. Session:

☒ Open

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

3. Requested Motion:

☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the September 3, 2025, 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

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6. Supporting Documents:

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

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

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

7. Budget Information:

☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe

☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Jameson Wilson, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney

Revised: 01/07/2025

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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155‐0365
Oneida‐nsn.gov

LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center
September 3, 2025
9:00 a.m.
Present: Jameson Wilson, Marlon Skenandore, Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster
Excused: Kirby Metoxen
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz, Ethel Marie Cornelius,
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Others Present on Microsoft Teams: Janice Decorah, Melissa Alvarado, Ronald Van Schyndel,
Bar Truttman, Sarah White, Lee Schuyler, Peggy Helm-Quest, Mistylee Herzog, Rae Skenandore,
Tavia James Charles. Jason Martinez, Kaylynn Biely, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Sidney White,
Todd Vandenheuvel, Fawn Billie, Laura Laitinen-Warren, Fawn Cottrell, Thomas Reed, Rhiannon
Metoxen, Diane Wilson, David Jordan, Melinda Danforth, Eric Boulanger, Lisa Liggins, Kelly
Skenandore-Holtz
I.

Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Jameson Wilson called the September 3, 2025, 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. August 20, 2025 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the August 20, 2025 LOC meeting minutes and forward
to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried
unanimously.

III.

Current Business
1. Independent Contractor Law Amendments
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the public meeting packet for the proposed amendments
to the Independent Contractor law and schedule a public meeting to be held on October 15,
2025; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Workplace Violence Law Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to Approve the public meeting packet for the proposed

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amendments to the Workplace Violence law and schedule a public meeting to be held on
October 15, 2025; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Public Use of Tribal Land Law Amendments
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the legislative analysis and the public meeting packet for
the proposed amendments to the Public Use of Tribal Land law and schedule a public
meeting to be held on October 15, 2025; seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. Sanctions and Penalties Law
Motion by Jennnifer Webster to approve the adoption packet for the proposed Sanctions
and Penalties law and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for inclusion on an
upcoming General Tribal Council meeting agenda for consideration; seconded by Jonas
Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures Amendments
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the memorandum entitled, Intent to Amend the Oneida
Personnel Policies and Procedures, and forward to the Oneida Business Committee for
inclusion on an upcoming General Tribal Council meeting agenda for consideration;
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Higher Education Scholarship Law
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the draft of the Higher Education Grant Law and direct
that a legislative analysis be completed; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
7. Real Property Law Amendments
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the draft amendments to the Real Property Law
and direct that a legislative analysis be completed; seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.

IV.

New Submissions
1. Business Committee Employment Restriction Non-Compete Agreement and
Policy
Motion by Jonas Hill to deny the request to add the Business Committee Employment
Restriction Non-Compete Policy and Agreement to the Active Files List, noting the Code
of Ethics is already on the Active Files List and directing this memorandum be shared with
the Code of Ethics drafting attorney; seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.

V.

Additions

VI.

Administrative Updates
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VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn at 10:02 a.m.; seconded by Marlon Skenadore.
Motion carried unanimously.

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Accept the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM) - Santa Fe, NM -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:

10/8/25

2. Session:

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

3. Requested Motion:

‫ ܆‬Accept as information; OR
Approve travel report for Councilman Kirby Metoxen – SFIM - Sante Fe, New Mexico - August 1318 , 2025.

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

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

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

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

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6. Supporting Documents:

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

‫ ܆‬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:

‫ ܆‬Budgeted – Grant Funded
‫ ܆‬Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Kirby Metoxen, Councilman

Primary Requestor:

(Name, Title/Entity)

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B USINESS C OMMITTEE
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Travel Report for:

Kirby Metoxen

Travel Event:

Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM)

Travel Location:

Sante Fe, New Mexico

Departure Date:

08/13/2022

Return Date:

0//2025

Projected Cost:

3955.71

Actual Cost:

3546.98

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

06/25/2025

Narrative/Background:
The Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM) stands as the world's largest and most esteemed
Indigenous art marketplace, offering a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how
cultural events can serve as powerful catalysts for local economic development which
promises an exceptional platform for showcasing Indigenous artistry and enterprise.
The events foster community engagement and culture exchange that is beneficial for
economic growth, promotes cultural preservation, and bolsters community pride—
demonstrating the vital role of tourism in advancing Indigenous communities'
prosperity and resilience. Participating in this event presents a valuable opportunity
for Native American Tourism of Wisconsin and the Oneida Nation to gain insights and
establish meaningful connections. Such engagement can serve as a catalyst for
fostering similar initiatives, highlighting how tourism can significantly contribute to
the economic growth and sustainable development of our communities.
Item(s) Requiring Attention:
Meeting with WIA to discuss tourism opportunities
.
Requested Action:
Approve travel report for Councilman Kirby Metoxen – SFIM - Sante Fe, New Mexico August 13-18 , 2025.

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Bad River Health and Wellness Grand...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:

[Zl Open

09/26/25

D Executive- must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster Bad River
Health & Wellness Grand Opening July 17, 2025-July 18, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster Bad River Health & Wellness Grand Opening
July 17, 2025-July 18, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance
0 Law Office
D Gaming/Retail

[Zl Other: Oneida Business Committee

[Zl Programs/Services

O DTS
D Boards, Committees, or Commissions

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

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6. Supporting Documents:

D Bylaws
D Contract Document(s)
[Zl Correspondence

D Draft GTC Notice
0 Draft GTC Packet
D E-poll results/back-up
D Other: Describe
7. Budget Information:

D Fiscal Impact Statement D Presentation
[Zl Report
D Law
D Legal Review
D Resolution
D Minutes
D Rule (adoption packet)
0 MOU/MOA
D Statement of Effect
D Petition
D Travel Documents

[Zl Budgeted - Tribal Contribution

D Unbudgeted
D Other: Special Projects

D Budgeted - Grant Funded
0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requestor:

Revised: 01/07/2025

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
(Name, Title/Entity)
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BU'S,INESS COMMITT.EE
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Travel Report for:

Jennifer Webster

Travel Event:

Bad River Health & Wellness Grand Opening

Travel Location:

Bad River, WI

Departure Date:

07/17/2025

Return Date:

07/18/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 749.00

Actual Cost:

$ 445.00

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

07/09/2025

Narrative/Background:
On June 9, 2025 The Oneida Business Committee received an invite to the Bad River
Health & Wellness Center Multi-Purpose/Aquatic Facility Expansion. I attended and
had the opportunity to network with other Tribal Leaders, Facility Management,
Indian Health Service, as well as some of the Contractors and Builders.
Facility Management also provided a tour the new facility.
Attached is a copy of Information Booklet handout, I have extra's in my office if you
want a hard copy.
Thank You for allowing me to represent Oneida Nation at their Grand Opening.

ltem(s) Requiring Attention:
Click here to enter text.
Requested Action:
Approve Travel Report

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Self Governance Meeting (IHS-TSGAC) -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:

IZ] Open

09/26/25

D Executive -must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster Self
Governance Meeting (IHS -TSGAC) Washington, DC July 22, 2025
-July 25, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster Self Governance Meeting (IHS -TSGAC)
Washington, DC July 22, 2025 -July 25, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance
D Law Office
D Gaming/Retail

IZ] Other: Oneida Business Committee

IZ] Programs/Services

0 DTS

D Boards, Committees, or Commissions

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

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6. Supporting Documents:

D Bylaws
D Contract Document(s)
[ZI Correspondence

D Draft GTC Notice
0 Draft GTC Packet
D E-poll results/back-up

[ZI Other: Agenda Backup

D Fiscal Impact Statement
D Law
D Legal Review
[ZI Minutes

0 MOU/MOA
D Petition

7. Budget Information:

D Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
D Other: Describe

D Presentation
[ZI Report

D Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents

[ZI Budgeted - Grant Funded

0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Primary Requestor:

Revised: 01/07/2025

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Title/Entity)
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Travel Event:

Self Governance Meeting (IHS-TSGAC)

Travel Location:

Washington DC

Departure Date:

07/22/2025

Return Date:

07/25/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 2578.50

Actual Cost:

s 1 1889.21

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

03/26/2025

Narrative/Background:

The IHS Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (IHS-TSGAC) held it quarterly
meeting in Washington DC on July 23 afternoon and July 24 full day, 2025. I serve as
the Primary for the Bemidji Area. The meeting provided a forum for Tribal and
Federal officials to discuss issues related to tribal administration of federal programs
and services, exchange and develop solutions intended to improve Self-Governance
and enhance the Tribal-Federal partnership. Attached is the agenda.
PACE was also scheduling Lobbying efforts the same week with Vice-Chair Stevens, so
I was able to change my flights to accommodate July 22 meetings with National Indian
Gaming Commission with Morongo Chairman Charles Martin and Assistant Chief
Patricia Leach from Catawba regarding Unregulated Predictive Wagering and CFTC
(Regulator), and a fundraising event with Congressman Tim Moore and Tony Wied, a
stop at the House Natural Resource Cmte hearing, and Senate Indian Affairs
Committee, and evening fundraisers for Congressmant Adrian Smith (R-NE) and David
Schweikert (R-AZ). Attached is the schedule with PACE.
Not covered by TSGAC: Airline tkt change $23.99 to
accommodate PACE additional mtgs.
ltem(s) Requiring Attention:
Reguested Action:

Approve Travel Report

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Agenda
ibal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (TSGAC)
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July 23 -24, 2025
Location: Embassy Suites, 900 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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ZOOM Information
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Meeting ID: 831 9822 9977
Passcode: 331597
+1 301 715 8592
WEDNESDAY. JULY 23. 2025
1 :OOpm - 2:00pm: Tribal Caucus

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2:00pm -- 2:25pm: Roll Call & Introductions
2:25pm - 2:30pm: Opening Prayer
2:30pm - 2:35pm: TSGAC Committee Business
• March 2025 minutes
• Nominations
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2:35pm - 3:00pm: Opening Remarks
Chris Anoatubby, Lt. Governor, Chickasaw Nation, and TSGAC Chair
P. Benjamin Smith, Acting Director, Indian Health Service (/HS)
3:00pm -4:00pm: Office ofTrlbal Self-Governance {OTSG) Update
OTSG will provide an update to TSGAC Including the following:

4:00pm - 4:45pm: Budget Update
TSGAC will receive a budget update and be briefed on details pertaining to the President's 2026
budget proposal.

Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, /HS

4:45pm -5:00pm: Affordable Care Act/Indian Health Care Improvement Act {ACA/IHCIA) Update
This discussion will provide an update e �ACA/IHCIA initiatives, including an overview of the
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5:00pm: Recess

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9:05am - 9:25pm: SGCETC Update
Jay Spaan, Executive Director, Self-Governance Communication & Education Tribal Consortium
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Tracy Sanchez, Acting Director, ORAP, /HS
Raho Ortiz, Director for Division of Business Office Enhancement, /HS

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9:00am -9:05am: Opening Prayer ��

:25am -1 O:OOam: Office of Resource Access and Partnerships (ORAP), IHS
Acting Director and Director for Division of Business Office Enhancement will provide an overview of
Qhe program and requests assistance with gathering data for the Unmet Needs Report

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Contract Support Cost (CSC) Implementation: The IHS will provide an update on how CSC
third-party reimbursements are implemented after the Beccera v. San Carlos Apache Tribe
decision.

1 O:OOam - 11 :30am: Discussion with Acting IHS Director
During the open discussion, TSGAl members have an opportunity to raise issues or questions from
their Area with !HS leadership.

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IHS Tribal Advisory Committee List: At the previous two TSGAC meetings, the IHS and
TSGAC discussed the possibility of streamlining and combining IHS Tribal Advisory
Committees and creating one committee that will advise on all matters, like HHS STAC. The
reason this is being considered is to reduce the time and resources needed to keep these
committees moving forward. TSGAC, FAAS, and Budget Formulation are the only three
committees that are mandated by law. In our last discussion, the IHS said they were
developing a report that identifies all the committees, the purpose of each, and w
, ho serves
on those committees. The IHS will provide TSGAC with an update and identify the next steps.

Possible topics may include:
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• !HS PATH-EHR
• Executive 0rders
• IPA/MOA's'
• Headquarters Reorganization & Consultation -DTLL June 13, 2025
• Other items identified during Tribal Caucus or Open Session

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OTSG Director: The IHS will provide an update and tlmeline on when the TSGAC can expect
the OTSG Director position to be filled permanently.

Stacey Ecoffey, Deputy Director, Intergovernmental Affairs, /HS
Rena Macy, Acting Director, OTSG, /HS

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Chris Anoatubby, Lt. Governor, Chickasaw Nation, and TSGAC Chair
P. Benjamin Smith, Acting Director, Indian Health Service (/HS)
11 :30am-1:OOpm: Lunch/Executive Lunch (lunch pro_yided for TSGAC members, technical ad.visors;
and invited guests)
1 :OOpm - 1:30pm: Discussion with USDA Leadership on Food and Nutrition Programs and the
Expansion of Self-Governance
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Jennifer A. Webster

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From:

1 :30- 2:00pm: Discussion with the Senior Advisor to the HHS Secretary
Mark Cruz, Senior Advisor to the Secretary, HHS (invited)
2:00pm-2:45pm: HHS Reorganization
On March 27, 2025, it was announced that HHS will undergo a significant reorganization. The
restructuring is intended to streamline operations, reduce costs, and consolidate agency functions.
Tribal Nations have concerns about reducing and consolidating agency functions and the impacts to
Tribal services and programs. TSGAC will learn what changes will be made at HHS, including the new
Administration for a Healthy America (AHA) and how these changes may impact the tribal health
system, including the !HS.
Devin De/row, Principal Advisor for Tribal Affairs, HHS (invited)
2:45pm-3:00pm: Break
3:00pm-3:30pm: CMS Update -�"'it.. W\�
TBD
3:30pm-4:00pm: Self-Governance Expansion to HHS Programs-Status Update
Winn Davis, Congressional Relations Director, NIHB
Jay Spaan, Executive Director, SGCETC
4:00pm-4:45pm: VHA Office ofTribal Health
Dr. Christie A. Prairie Chicken, Director, VHA Office of Tribal Health
David "Clay" Ward, Office of Tribal Government Relations
4:45pm: Adjourn

Any TSGAC Technical Workgroup work will be handled via email.

Sent:
To:

Cc:
Subject:

Scott Dacey
Monday, July 21, 2025 7:59 AM
Melinda J. Danforth; Cheryl-Aliskwet J. Ellis; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Jennifer A.
Webster
Kevin Eastman; Devin Rhinerson; Ash Arnett
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10:30- Senate Indian Affairs Committee - Majority, Room 833 Hart Senate Office
Building - CTFC Issue - (ASH will meet us at Hart bring Catawba to Ford.)
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12:00- House Natural Resources Committee, Democratic Staff, Location TBDCatawba Citizenship Bill- Devin - Devin will bring party to NIGC
Catawba, Devin
1:00 - National Indian Gaming Commission, 550 12th St SW Ste. 900, Predictive
Wagering and CFTC - Scott and Devin
Catawba, Morongo, Devin and Scott
2:00 - Check Drop with Congressman Tim Moore (R-NC) and Tony Wied (R-WI),
Capitol Hill Club, Presidential Dining Room
Catawba, Oneida (Jenny Webster), Kevin and Scott
2:30 - The Oversight and Investigations subcommittee of the House Natural Resources
Committee will be holding a hearing titled "Examining the Trump Administration's Work
Combatting Transnational Cartels in Indian Country". Room 1334 Longworth House
Office Building
Morongo, Devin or Ash
3:30 - Senate Indian Affairs Committee - Minority, Room 833 Senate Hart Office
Building
Oneida, Morongo, Devin

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8:30 - NRSC Native American Coalition Breakfast, 425 Second Street NE- Scott and
Kevin
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5:00- Fundraiser for Cong. Adrian Smith (R-NE), Barrel, 613 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Morongo, Scott
6:00- Fundraiser for Cong. David Schweikert (R-AZ), 409 New Jersey Ave
SE. Speaker Johnson is expected to attend \his event.
Morongo, Oneida, Scott

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Accept the travel report - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - 2025 Women are Sacred Conference -...

Business Committee Agenda Request

1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:

IZJ Open

09/26/25

D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Approve Travel Report -Jennifer Webster 2025 Women
Are Sacred Conference Milwaukee, WI July 29, 2025- July 31, 2025

3. Requested Motion:

D Accept as information; OR

Approve Travel Report- Jennifer Webster 2025 Women Are Sacred Conference
Milwaukee, WI July 29, 2025- July 31, 2025

4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:

D Finance
D Law Office
D Gaming/Retail
IZJ Other: Oneida Business Committee

IZJ Programs/Services
0 DTS
D Boards, Committees, or Commissions

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

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

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6. Supporting Documents:

D Bylaws
D Fiscal Impact Statement
D Contract Document(s) D Law
IZ! Correspondence
D Legal Review
D Draft GTC Notice
D Minutes
0 Draft GTC Packet
0 MOU/MOA
D E-poll results/back-up D Petition
IZ! Other: Agenda Backup / Photos

7. Budget Information:

IZ! Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
D Unbudgeted
D Other: Describe

D Presentation
IZ! Report
D Resolution
D Rule (adoption packet)
D Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents

D Budgeted - Grant Funded
0 Not Applicable

8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:

Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman

Primary Requestor:

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Jennifer Webster

Travel Event:

2025 Women Are Sacred Conference

Travel Location:

Milwaukee, WI

Departure Date:

07/29/2025

Return Date:

07/31/2025

Projected Cost:

$ 2023.80

Actual Cost:

$ 1,146.68

Date Travel was Approved by OBC:

06/25/2025

Narrative/Background:
The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center held their Conference "Committed
to Our Relatives/Tradition in Our Hearts, Future in Our Hands" on July 29-31, 2025 in
Milwaukee, WI. This conference is only held every other year and this was the first
time it was held in the Midwest Region.. The Women Are Sacred Conference is one of
the oldest and largest gatherings of advocates, survivors, tribal domestic and sexual
violence programs, tribal community members, tribal leadership, and law
enforcement, dedicated to ending violence against Native American women and
children. The conference provided opportunities for networking and increasing the
capacity of Tribal Nations, domestic violence and community based programs to
address violence in Tribal communities.
Attached is a copy of the agenda, and Thank You for allowing me to represent Oneida
at this conference.
ltem(s) Requiring Attention:
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Requested Action:
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Event Agenda
.2025 Women Ate Sacrod Conreronco

Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Morning Offering: Water Ceremony
6:00AM- 6:45AM J Location: Baird Skyv!cwTerraco-4lh Floor, North Building

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Begin the day with a water ceremony led by the WWHI team. Together, we wlll honor water as life,
acknowledging Its role in our healing, our Identities, and our responslbllitles. Participants wlll learn about the
Importance of our water, and how she carries our prayers, memories, and commitments to future
generations.
Check In & Registration
7:00AM-9:00 AM J locaUon: Balrd Center-4th Floor- DEFG Ballroom

Nourish The Spirlt Recovery Support Group
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM I location: Baird Center - 2nd Floor- North Bulldlng

18i•hWUta•IH3dMI l!!!!!D

A supportive space dedicated to centering peace, mindfulness, and relationship to self and others,
grounded in the wellbrlety movement.
Opening Session
9:00 AM-11:00AM I Location: Baird Center - 4th Floor- OEFG Ballroom

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NIWRC Welcome, Tradltlonal Welcome, Posting of Colors, and Land Acknowledgement
9:00AM -9:30AM
Introductions: Board, Staff, Federal Partners, and C o-Sponsors
9:30AM-9;45AM
ACYF Remarks
9:45AM-10:00AM
Remarks: TSO
10:00AM -10:30AM
Cultural Presentation: Woodland Sky Dance Company
10:30AM-11:00AM
Opening Plenary Session
11:00AM -12:00 PM I LocaUon: Baird Center· ub_lic_Law_l_l8�258

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program? Does your state/Tribe have input on changes that would better ensure consistency
across fiscal reporting for these programs? We also appreciate comments on what
streamlined reporting may look !tl
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,.•·,··Motion by Jonas Hii'i'.}6, �pprove t,b�}avel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the
National Indian Health'$9sird Cpofirence in Phoenix, AZ on September 8-11, 2025, seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried:·· • ;>: ;:}i.;I.,
Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 9:13 AM
Subject: ACF Tribal Advisory Committee Meeting - November 4 and 5 in Washington, D.C.
Importance: High

Good morning,
The next Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting is
scheduled as indicated below. All TAC members should have received a calendar invite from Acting
Assistant Secretary Andrew Gradison. If not, please do let me know.
November 4-5, 2025
Hubert H. Humphrey Federal Building
200 Independence Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20101
Please see information below regarding logistics and assistance with travel. The team here at ANARosie Gomez, Phillip Roulain, Valerie Rudman, Drina Drake will assist with TAC preparation and logistics.

REGISTRATION

Registration is required to attend this meeting. Please reply by Monday, September 29th whether you will
attend in person or virtual. You may register through the online registration portal link httns://acftac2025nov.planningnod.com/. If you prefer, we can register on your behalf upon request.
This link will also will direct you to the informational page for this specific meeting. Please bookmark and
utilize this link as your go-to resource for meeting information and updates including meeting location
and dates; registration; hotel (TBD); ground transportation; meeting agenda; and meeting support
documents
As a reminder, primary and alternate delegates are both invited to attend the meeting, whether virtual or
in- person. However, travel expenses will only be covered for one delegate for each area. If the Primary
Delegate is unable to attend an in-person meeting, the Alternate Delegate will represent the position and
ACF will support travel expenses and per diem for that attendance in accordance with standard
government travel regulations. Once you have completed the attached travel request form. please send
to Drina Drake at drina._d.rake@acf.hhs._gov, and she will finalize the arrangements needed to facilitate
your attendance.
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AIRFARE

Your airfare to/from Washington, D.C. will be arranged by the ACF's Administration for Native Americans
(ANA) staff. Your flights will be booked and paid for through our travel system Concur. You must have an
ACF TAC committee member profile in the Concur system prior to booking your flight. This may have
already been established on your behalf by the ACF/ANA staff. Please let us know if you do not currently
have a travel profile in place so that we can establish one for you. All air travel booked will be for
domestic coach level seating on a government contract carrier. If you prefer an upgraded airfare rate
category, special premium seating, and/or priority boarding, you will need to arrange and purchase those
directly from the airline on·ce your initial ticket has been booked. Please also note that if you book your
airfare independently, you are eligible.for a reimbursement of your airfare costs (airfare only) at a rate
equal to the lowest available coach level ticket to/from your home airport. You must submit a direct
deposit form to PSC for reimbursement prior to travel arrangements. Please note that the travel dates
to/from the destination airport/city are November 3, 2025, and November 6, 2025.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

You have a variety of choices for ground transportation available once you reach the destination airport.
These options are also available for travel to/from the meeting location, if needed.
Options include:
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Taxis or ride share including LYFT and Uber (option 1 recommended)
Metro (Washington Area Metropolitan Area Transit Authority public rail/bus system)
Rental car

All ground transportation costs to/from the home and destination airports, and to/from the meeting
location(s) qualify for reimbursement once travel has been completed. Ground transportation cost
to/from locations other than the hotel and meeting locatioli(s) are not reimbursable.

HOTEL

A hotel room block will be established at the current GSA hotel per diem rate. A hotel room will be
booked for you, or you may book it directly with the host hotel or other hotel of your choice. Please let us
know your preference. Please note that hotel room costs will be reimbursed at the negotiated hotel room
block rate if you book on your own for up to 3 nights. We will be confirming a host hotel very soon, and
will provide you information.

TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT

Costs supporting your travel to/from this meeting will be covered by ACF directly or through
reimbursement. ACF/ANA staff will work with you to complete all required documentation for
reimbursement. You must submit your receipts to Drina Drake at Drina.DraksL@....acf.hhs.gov within 5 days
of your return. Reimbursable costs include:
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Airfare (US domestic coach class only)
Ground transportation (to/from your home or office to the home airport, to/from the destination
airport to the host hotel, and to/from the host hotel to the meeting location)
Per diem (2 travel days and two meeting days)
Hotel (up to three total nights at the negotiated room block rate)
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Mileage to/from residence or office to/from your home airport if you use a personal vehicle
Hotel parking costs (up to 3 days not including any additional in/out costs or valet parking)

We look forward to working with you to finalize your attendance at this important meeting. If you have any
questions, please do reach out as we want to ensure this process is as smooth as possible.
Thank you!
Rosie Gomez
Senior Advisor
Administration for Native Americans
Administration for Children and Families
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Cell: 202-809-0923
Rosie.Gomez@acf.hhs.gov

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aoneida_nation%3Ad852568a65f1da63. Public record. Not legal advice.
