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Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, September 9, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, September 10, 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
A.
Oneida Election Board - Tina Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Nation School Board - Cary Waubanascum Hawpetoss
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Jermaine Delgado
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board - Lloyd Ninham
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Norbert Hill, Jr. - Administered Oath of Office
on September 03, 2025
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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MINUTES
A.
VI.
VII.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled 2025 Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Grant Application
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services
B.
Adopt resolution entitled 2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic
Initiatives, Triennial Nation Building Validation and Training Requirements
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Director of Government Administration
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
D.
Adopt resolution entitled Special Recognition William A. Gollnick with Oneida Nation
(11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
APPOINTMENTS
A.
VIII.
Approve the August 27, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Public Safety and Security
Commission
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
B.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the August 14, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
2.
Accept the August 28, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the August 20, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
2.
Accept the memorandum regarding the Oneida Personnel Policies and
Procedures amendments as information
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
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3.
IX.
X.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - National Congress of
American Indians (NCAI) 82nd Annual Convention & Marketplace - Seattle, WA November 15-21, 2025
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
B.
Approve the travel request - Secretary Lisa Liggins and Councilman Jameson
Wilson - National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) 82nd Annual Convention &
Marketplace - Seattle, WA - November 15-21, 2025
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
A.
XI.
Accept the Sanctions and Penalties law adoption packet and determine next
steps
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Approve the nomination of Vanessa Miller to the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
B.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (9:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services
2.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve the FY-2026 lease agreement modifications - U.S. Health and Human
Services-Indian Health Service - file # 2019-1044, #2019-1045, #2019-1046,
#2019-1047, #2022-0990
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
2.
Review application for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Public Safety and Security
Commission
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
3.
Approve 77 new enrollments
Sponsor: Jermaine Delgado, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
4.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Acellus Educational
Services - file # 2025-0925
Sponsor: Tonya Webster, Vice-Chair/Oneida Nation School Board
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5.
Accept the Green Bay Packers Sponsorship Agreement negotiation report
(9:30 a.m.)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager
6.
Approve the Tribal Assistance Payment Grant Agreement 2025-2027 - State of
Wisconsin-Department of Administration - file # 2025-1029
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
ADJOURN
Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and
Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)
The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida
Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/
For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214
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Oneida Election Board - Tina Skenandore
Business Committee Agenda Request
09/10/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
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:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
September 2, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board
Background
On July 12, 2025 the Oneida 2025 Special Election was held.
On August 13, 2024 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2025 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Tina’s oath was scheduled for the Oneida Business Committee meeting on August 27, 2025,
however, she was unable to attend, so her oath has bee rescheduled for September 10,
2025.
Oneida Election Board – Tina Skenandore.
§105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting, or at an alternative time and
location as determined by the Secretary. All rights and delegated authorities of membership
in the entity shall vest upon taking the oath.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation School Board - Cary Waubanascum Hawpetoss
Business Committee Agenda Request
09/11/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
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:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
September 2, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board
Background
On July 12, 2025 the Oneida 2025 Special Election was held.
On August 13, 2025 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2025 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Cary’s oath was scheduled for the Oneida Business Committee meeting on August 27, 2025,
however, she was unable to attend, so her oath has bee rescheduled for September 10,
2025
Oneida Nation School Board – Cary Waubanascum Hawpetoss.
§105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting, or at an alternative time and
location as determined by the Secretary. All rights and delegated authorities of membership
in the entity shall vest upon taking the oath.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Jermaine Delgado
Business Committee Agenda Request
09/10/25
1. Meeting Date Requested:
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:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
September 2, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Background
On July 12, 2025 the Oneida 2025 Special Election was held.
On August 13, 2025 the Oneida Business Committee accepted the 2025 Special Election
Final Report and declared the official results.
Jermaine’s oath was scheduled for the Oneida Business Committee meeting on August 27,
2025, however, he was unable to attend, so his oath has been rescheduled for September
10, 2025.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee –Jermaine Delgado.
§105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting, or at an alternative time and
location as determined by the Secretary. All rights and delegated authorities of membership
in the entity shall vest upon taking the oath.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board - Lloyd Ninham
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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 Martinez, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
AMARTIN3
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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 2, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Southeastern WI Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board
Background
On August 27, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Lloyd Ninham to the
Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board.
§105.9-1 All appointed and elected positions are official upon taking an oath during a
regular or special Oneida Business Committee meeting, or at an alternative time and
location as determined by the Secretary. All rights and delegated authorities of membership
in the entity shall vest upon taking the oath.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Norbert Hill, Jr. - Administered Oath of Office on September 03, 202
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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 3, 2025
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Background
On August 13, 2025, the Oneida Business Committee approved the final election results for
the 2025 special election.
Norbert Hill Jr.’s oath was scheduled for the Oneida Business Committee meeting on August
27, 2025; however, he was unable to attend. Other arrangements to administer his oath
were made in accordance with the Boards, Committees, and Commissions law.
Ҥ105.9-1 (b) If an oath is administered outside of an Oneida Business Committee
meeting, a quorum of Oneida Business Committee members shall be present to
witness the oath.”
On September 03, 2025, Secretary Lisa Liggins administered the oath of office to
Norbert Hill Jr. The following Oneida Business Committee members present: Lawrence
Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Approve the August 27, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, August 26, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, August 27, 2025
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:
Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: n/a;
Arrived at: n/a;
Others present: Jo A. House, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams1),
Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft
Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), Melissa Alvarado (via Microsoft Teams), Danielle White (via
Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), James Sommerfeldt (via Microsoft Teams),
Lisa Duff (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle Danforth-Anderson (via Microsoft Teams), Tavia James-Charles
(via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon Wisneski (via Microsoft Teams),
Melissa Nuthals (via Microsoft Teams), Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon YellowbirdStevens (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), Mark W. Powless (via Microsoft
Teams);
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:
Jonas Hill, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilman Kirby Metoxen;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo A. House, Mark W. Powless, Brooke M. Doxtator, Lynette Jordan, Bev Anderson,
Tsyoslake House, Thurston Denny, Chrissy Liggins, Carole Liggins, Cristina Danforth, Paul Ninham, Don
McLester, Jeremy King, Michelle Braaten, Cathy Metoxen, Yasmine Metoxen, Bailey Denny, Mary
Loeffler, Joseph Torres, Mark A Powless, Leslie Doxtator, Garth Webster, Eric Doxtator, Melissa M.
Alvarado, (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa M. Summers, (via Microsoft Teams),Kyle A. Skenandore, (via
Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon R. Metoxen, (via Microsoft Teams), Suzanna E. Jordan, (via Microsoft
Teams), Ralinda R. Ninham-Lamberies, (via Microsoft Teams), Cheryl R. Stevens, (via Microsoft Teams)
Jo A. House, (via Microsoft Teams), Ashley M. Blaker, (via Microsoft Teams), Sarah D. Capelle, (via
Microsoft Teams), Justin A. Nishimoto, (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie H. Burkhart, (via Microsoft Teams)
Carolyn A. Salutz, (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie J. Melchert, (via Microsoft Teams), Brandon L.
Yellowbird-Stevens, (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan, (via Microsoft Teams), Amber M. Martinez,
(via Microsoft Teams), Troy D. Parr, (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn L. Cottrell, (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn
J. Billie, (via Microsoft Teams), Grace L. Elliott, (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo T. Danforth, (via
Microsoft Teams), Tavia A. James-Charles, (via Microsoft Teams), Lawrence E. Barton, (via Microsoft
Teams), Mark W. Powless, (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Biely, (via Microsoft Teams), Clorissa N.
Leeman, (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa L. Duff, (via Microsoft Teams), Michelle M. Danforth-Anderson, (via
Microsoft Teams), Sidney J. White, (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle A. Wilson, (via Microsoft Teams)
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
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DRAFT
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:30 a.m.
For the record: Councilman Kirby Metoxen is out on an approved vacation.
II.
OPENING (00:00:13)
Opening provided by Councilman Jameson Wilson.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:06:02)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda with two (2) changes [1) under the New Business section,
add item entitled Recommendation for a second 2025 Special Election Request for Judiciary and other
elected boards, committees, and commissions; 2) under Executive Session section, New Business,
add item entitled Accept the Communications and GIS Transition Outline as Information], seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE (00:07:39)
A.
Legal Resource Center - Tsyoslake House
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Election Board - Lynette Jordan, and Tina Skenandore
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Gaming Commission - Thurston Denny
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Oneida Land Claims Commission - Donald McLester
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Oneida Land Commission - Cristina Danforth, and Donald McLester
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
F.
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging - Mary Loeffler, Beverly Anderson, and
Joseph Torres
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
G.
Oneida Nation School Board - Cary Waubanascum Hawpetoss, and Joseph Torres
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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H.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - Norbert Hill Jr., Jermaine Delgado, and
Lynette Jordan
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Oaths of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Tsyoslake House, Lynette Jordan, Thurston
Denny, Donald McLester, Cristina Danforth, Mary Loeffler, Beverly Anderson, Joseph Torres were
present. Tina Skenandore, Cary Waubanascum, Norbert Hill Jr. and Jermaine Delgado were not
present.
Councilman Marlon Skenandore left at 8:54 a.m.
V.
MINUTES
A.
Approve the August 13, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:25:17)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the August 13, 2025, regular Business Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program Grant
(00:25:36)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution # 08-27-25-A Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program
Grant Application, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Participation of the Tribal Nations Traffic
Safety Communication Campaign (00:26:20)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services
Motion by Jennifer Webster to adopt resolution # 08-27-25-B Approval of Participation of the Tribal
Nations Traffic Safety Communication Campaign, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
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C.
Adopt resolution entitled Delegation of the Vice-Chair’s Duties to Chair Meetings
During the Vacancy In Office (00:26:48)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt resolution # 08-27-25-C Delegation of the Vice-Chair’s Duties to Chair
Meetings During the Vacancy In Office, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Jennifer Webster, Jameson
Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore
Councilman Marlon Skenandore returned at 9:00 a.m.
D.
Adopt resolution entitled Amending Completion deadline for ARPA FRF LR TCS
Obligation for Government Infrastructure in resolutions BC # 11-10-21-E & # 08-2323-E (00:29:06)
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, Director of Government Administration
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution # 08-27-25-D Amending Completion deadline for ARPA FRF
LR TCS Obligation for Government Infrastructure in resolutions BC # 11-10-21-E & # 08-23-23-E,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
E.
Adopt resolution entitled Amending Resolution # BC-11-13-24-L Setting
Supervision of Direct Reports Regarding Internal Security Director (00:29:43)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Jonas Hill to adopt resolution # 08-27-25-E Amending Resolution # BC-11-13-24-L Setting
Supervision of Direct Reports Regarding Internal Security Director, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
VII.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida
Tribal Services Advisory Board (00:30:59)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint Lloyd Ninham to the
Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board with term ending March 31, 2026,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the August 6, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:31:40)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the August 6, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
ON^YOTE?A KA NI I STANDING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the October 3, 2024 through July 1, 2025 regular On^yote?a ka ni i
Project Plan Standing Committee meeting minutes (00:32:02)
Sponsor: Taryn Webster, Chair/On^yote?a ka ni i Project Plan Workgroup Standing
Committee
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the October 3, 2024 through July 1, 2025 regular On^yote?a ka
ni i Project Plan Standing Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
IX.
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - Federal Budget
Lobbying - Washington, D.C. - June 2-5, 2025 (00:32:45)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the Federal
Budget Lobbying in Washington, D.C. on June 2-5, 2025, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - 2025 NCAI Mid-Year
Convention & Marketplace - Mashantucket, CT - June 8-11, 2025 (00:33:18)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the 2025 NCAI
Mid-Year Convention & Marketplace in Mashantucket, CT on June 8-11, 2025, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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C.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - 2025 Native Nations
Institute Emerging Leaders Seminar - Tucson, AZ - July 15-18, 2025 (00:33:44)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the 2025
Native Nations Institute Emerging Leaders Seminar in Tucson, AZ on July 15-18, 2025, seconded by
Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
D.
Approve the travel report - Councilman Jameson Wilson - Midwest Alliance of
Sovereign Tribes 2025 Summer Meeting - Welch, MN - July 21-23, 2025 (00:34:08)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel report from Councilman Jameson Wilson for the Midwest
Alliance of Sovereign Tribes 2025 Summer Meeting in Welch, MN on July 21-23, 2025, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
X.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - Indigenous Biz Con
Conference 2025 - Milwaukee, WI - October 13-14, 2025 (00:34:33)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel request for Councilman Marlon Skenandore and up
to two (2) additional Business Committee members to attend the Indigenous Biz Con Conference 2025
in Milwaukee, WI on October 13-14, 2025, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - 2026 Annual American
Indian Tourism Conference - Choctaw, MS - October 26-30, 2025 (00:35:28)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the travel request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen and up to one
(1) additional Business Committee member to attend the 2026 Annual American Indian Tourism
Conference in Choctaw, MS on October 26-30, 2025, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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C.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Administration for
Children's & Families Tribal Advisory Committee (ACF-TAC) Meeting Washington, D.C. - November 3-6, 2025 (00:36:22)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request from Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the
Administration for Children's & Families Tribal Advisory Committee (ACF-TAC) Meeting in Washington,
D.C. on November 3-6, 2025, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
XI.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve the Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission bylaw amendments
(00:37:15)
Sponsor: Richard VanBoxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission bylaw
amendments, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
Recommendation for a second 2025 Special Election Request for Judiciary and
other elected boards, committees, and commissions (00:37:35)
Sponsor:
Motion by Lisa Liggins to schedule a second 2025 special election on Saturday, December 13, 2025,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
Item XIII. was addressed next.
XII.
REPORTS
A.
TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 3rd quarter report (00:55:52)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 3rd quarter report,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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2.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 3rd quarter report (00:56:16)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 3rd quarter report, seconded
by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
3.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 3rd quarter report (00:56:32)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 3rd quarter report, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
4.
Accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 3rd quarter report
(00:56:52)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute FY-2025 3rd quarter
report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
Item XV. was addressed next.
XIII.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Schedule the 2026 annual General Tribal Council meeting (00:40:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to schedule the 2026 annual General Tribal Council meeting on Monday,
January 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and an alternate date on Monday, January 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
Accept the draft July 8, 2025, special General Tribal Council meeting minutes and
determine next steps (00:45:26)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the draft July 8, 2025, special General Tribal Council meeting
minutes, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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C.
Accept the draft July 20, 2025, semi-annual General Tribal Council meeting
minutes and determine next steps (00:47:09)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the draft July 20, 2025, semi-annual General Tribal Council
meeting minutes and to send the discussion on the General Tribal Council directive related to the
Opioid Settlement Funds report to the September 4, 2025, BC Work Session, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
XIV.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:49:03)
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance August 2025 report
(00:49:19)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs and Self-Governance August 2025
report and to authorize the Chairman's signature on the letter of designation to the Central Regional
Tribal Conservation Advisory Council, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
2.
Accept the CEO-Nation Services report (00:49:45)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, CEO-Nation Services
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the CEO-Nation Services report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
3.
Accept the Treasurer's July 2025 report (00:50:59)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Treasurer's July 2025 report, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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4.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report
(00:51:12)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
5.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report
(00:51:27)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2025 3rd quarter executive
report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
6.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report
(00:51:43)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
7.
Accept the analyses of the FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report for Tribally
Chartered Entities (00:51:58)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Economic Strategy Coordinator
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the analyses of the FY-2025 3rd quarter executive report for Tribally
Chartered Entities, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
8.
Accept the Chief Financial Officer August 2025 report (00:52:14)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Chief Financial Officer August 2025 report, seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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9.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (00:52:28)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
B.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the July 15, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes (00:52:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the July 15, 2025, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes, seconded
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
2.
Accept the Bingo Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
(00:52:58)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Bingo Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
3.
Accept the Information Technology Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (00:53:12)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Information Technology Compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
4.
Accept the Oneida Gaming Commission Internal Control Review audit and lift
the confidentiality requirement (00:53:26)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Gaming Commission Internal Control Review audit and lift
the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
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C.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Review the draft FY-2026 Budget and determine next steps (00:53:42)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the draft FY-2026 Budget as information,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
2.
Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Southeastern Wisconsin Oneida
Tribal Services Advisory Board (00:54:03)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Southeastern
Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services Advisory Board vacancy as information, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
3.
Approve attorney contract - Stenzel Law Office LLC -Amendment - file # 20220926 (00:54:28)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve attorney contract - Stenzel Law Office LLC - Amendment - file #
2022-0926, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
4.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - First Stop Health LLC - file #
2025-0848 (00:54:47)
Sponsor: RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - First Stop Health LLC - file #
2025-0848, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
5.
Accept the Communications and GIS Transition Outline as Information
(00:55:05)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the Communications and GIS transition outline as information,
seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
Item XII. was addressed next.
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ADJOURN (00:57:25)
Motion by Jameson Wilson to adjourn at 9:28 a.m., seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Not Present:
Kirby Metoxen
Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Adopt resolution entitled 2025 Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Grant Application
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
2. Session:
܈Open ܆Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
܆Accept as information; OR
Enter the requested motion related to this item.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܆Finance
܆Law Office
܆Gaming/Retail
܈Other: Oneida Aging & Disability
܈Programs/Services
܆DTS
܆Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Services
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Jodi Tess, Aging & Disbility Director
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: Memo
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܆Report
܈Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܆Unbudgeted
܆Other: Describe
8. Submission:
܈Budgeted – Grant Funded
܆Not Applicable
signed by Mark W. Powless
Mark W. Powless Digitally
Date: 2025.08.27 14:27:32 -05'00'
Authorized Sponsor:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Primary Requestor:
Jodi Tess, Aging & Disability Director
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
BC Agenda
FROM: Anna M. Mendoza, Grant Specialist
DATE: August 27,2025
RE:
Resolution – 2025 Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside”
The Aging and Disability department has an opportunity to secure a $306,714 grant to provide
vital services for our elder community. This two-year project is focused on combating elder
abuse through comprehensive education and direct support, with no matching funds required
from the Nation.
Securing this grant will allow us to immediately address the serious and often hidden issue of
elder abuse by: Increasing Community awareness, providing direct support, and strengthening
the Nation’s resources.
We respectfully request a BC resolution authorizing the Aging and Disability Services to proceed
with the grant application on behalf of the Oneida Nation. BC approval will enable us to move
forward and provide a safe, respectful, and dignified environment for our elders.
Thank you,
If there are any further questions, please contact:
Anna M. Mendoza
920-496-7326
amendoza@oneidanation.org
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2025 Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Grant Application
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all tribal
members; and
WHEREAS,
the abuse of Elders is a very important issue and pervasive problem; and
WHEREAS,
the Aging and Disability Services department is committed to the protection and support of
Tribal Elders facing issues related to physical and non-physical forms of abuse; and
WHEREAS,
this grant being offered by the U.S Department of Justice will allow the Oneida Nation to
provide services to Elders being subjected to all forms of abuse and provide community
education related to those services; and
WHEREAS,
the grant, in the amount of $306,714, is being offered with no match requirement; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee on behalf of the Oneida
Nation supports this application and authorizes the Aging and Disability Services department to apply for
this grant on behalf of the Oneida Nation.
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Adopt resolution entitled 2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic Initiatives, Triennial Nation
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
2. Session:
Open
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D Executive - must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification
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D Accept as information; OR
Approve Resolution 2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic lnitii
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4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
D Finance
D Law Office
D Gaming/Retail
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Nicolas Reynolds, Nation Building Strategy MGR
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Tracey Cordova, Business Consultant
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6. Supporting Documents:
D Bylaws
D Contract Document(s)
D Correspondence
D Draft GTC Notice
0 Draft GTC Packet
D E-poll results/back-up
D Other: Describe
D Fiscal Impact Statement
D Law
D Legal Review
D Minutes
0 MOU/MOA
D Petition
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Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
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D Other: Describe
D Presentation
D Report
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D Rule (adoption packet)
� Statement of Effect
D Travel Documents
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Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Summers, Director of Government AdministratiorE)
Primary Requester:
Nicolas Reynolds, Nation Building Strategy MGR
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Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oncida-nsn,gov
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ONEIDA
Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Nation Building Coordination Team
Date: September 02, 2025
Re:
2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic Initiatives, Triennial
Nation Building Validation and Training Requirements
On April 17, 2025, during the Nation Building Meeting, participants provided input on
the 2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building, including the Triennial Validation and
Training Requirement resolution. On August 28, 2025, during the OBC/NBC Team
Update Meeting, members of the Oneida Business Committee reviewed the proposed
changes and reached consensus to advance the resolution to the Business Committee
Regular Meeting scheduled for September IO, 2025, for formal approval.
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Statement of Effect
2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic Initiatives, Triennial Nation Building
Validation and Training Techniques.
Summary
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee reaffirms its commitment
to integrating Nation Building Principles and identifies the long-term, strategic initiatives it will
incorporate into its strategic planning approach. The resolution further reaffirms the Oneida
Business Committee's commitment to assessing and reviewing its long-term strategic initiatives
with each successive term and delegates the responsibility to manage the Oneida Nation Building
long-term strategic initiatives to the Government Administrative Office.
Submitted by: Carolyn A. Salutz, Legislative StaffAttorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: September 2, 2025
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee identifies eleven (11)
long-term, strategic initiatives it will incorporate into its strategic planning approach. The eleven
long-term, strategic initiatives are: (1) Feasibility Assessment, (2) Create Continuous
Improvement Plan for Government Systems, (3) Initiate Next Round of Constitutional
Amendments, (4) Create Oneida Language & Culture Law, (5) Carry Out "I am Oneida" Project
Plan, (6) Enhanced Mental Health & Well-Being, (7) Create a System of Commerce, (8)
Strengthening Capacity for Technology, (9) Foster Innovative Solutions to Community
Challenges, (10) Invest in Energy Infrastructure, and (11) Research Center/Think Tank.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee directs the Government
Administrative Office to manage the Oneida Nation Building long-term strategic initiatives.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation's laws, rules, or resolutions.
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2023-2026 Term Adoption of Nation Building Strategic Initiatives, Triennial Nation Building
Validation and Training Requirements
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,
Historically, the Nation has engaged in formal planning processes for various purposes,
such as housing and neighborhood planning, economic development or culture and
language preservation, and
WHEREAS,
term over term, Oneida Business Committee officials have continued to work toward a
strategic planning process which develops and implements shared values expressed in the
Nation’s Vision and Mission statements, Core Values and Good Governance Principles;
and
WHEREAS,
the 2023-2026 Oneida Business Committee continued the Nation's strategic planning
efforts by beginning its term with a comprehensive review of existing planning
methodologies to identify opportunities for improvement and long-term alignment; and
WHEREAS,
the 2023-2026 Oneida Business Committee has identified that integrating the Nation
Building Principles of Transformational Leadership, Strong Governing Systems, Seventh
Generation Thinking, Cultural Match, and Sovereignty, as outlined in the Native Nation
Rebuilding Principles published by the Native Governance Center, into the Nation's
strategic planning approach will further strengthen and advance the Nation's strategic
planning methodology, particularly in the development and implementation of the Nation's
long-term strategic initiatives; and
WHEREAS,
The Nation Building principles and strategic planning approach affirm that engagement and
alignment across both the Nation's operations and the broader community are essential to
the successful implementation of identified and approved long-term strategic initiatives;
and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee believes that memorializing this
decision by resolution provides greater assurance to both the Nation's operations and the community that,
with each new term of the Oneida Business Committee, the Nation's current long-term strategic initiatives
will be reviewed and determined if they continue into the new term in a methodical manner ; and
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BC Resolution # _______
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the 2023-2026 Oneida Business Committee identifies the inaugural Nation
Building long-term, strategic initiatives are:
Feasibility Assessment
Create Continuous Improvement Plan for Government Systems
Initiate Next Round of Constitutional Amendments
Create Oneida Language & Culture Law
Carry Out “I am Oneida” Project Plan
Enhanced Mental Health & Well-Being
Create a System of Commerce
Strengthening Capacity for Technology
Foster Innovative Solutions to Community Challenges
Invest in Energy Infrastructure
Research Center / Think Tank
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each term, the Oneida Business Committee transition should include
introductory training in Transformational Leadership Development, Strategic Planning and Nation
Building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, no later than the end of the first quarter in the first year of each term, the
Oneida Business Committee should review the Nation’s long-term strategic initiatives for the purposes of
validating and updating.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Government Administrative Office is delegated the responsibility to
manage the Oneida Nation Building long-term strategic initiatives.
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Adopt resolution entitled Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: DRAFT materials/discussion
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☒ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Statement of Effect will be a handout
☐ 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:
RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies, Chief Financial Officer
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
LLIGGINS
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Business Committee Agenda Request – Cover Memo
Date:
September 4, 2025
RE:
Adopt resolution entitled Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026
I am requesting an Add On to the September 10th BC Agenda to adopt the BC Resolution
Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026.
The GTC meeting to approve the FY2026 Budget is scheduled for December 8, 2026. A
continuing resolution is needed to allow business operations to continue from October 1 through
December 8.
I am requesting an add on for the September 10th BC Agenda to provide timely guidance to the
organization on how to proceed with business operations until the budget has been formally
approved by GTC.
RaLinda Ninham-Lamberies
Chief Financial Officer
Oneida Nation
O:920-869-4242
C:920-606-5796
The Business Committee reviewed the proposed resolution at the September 4, 2025, and
agreed to place the resolution on the September 10, 2025, regular meeting agenda for
consideration. The resolution has been submitted to the Legislative Reference Office and a
statement of effect has been requested; it will be processed as a handout.
Lisa Liggins
Secretary
Oneida Business Committee
A good mind. A good heart. A strong Fire.
REQUESTED ACTION
Adopt resolution entitled Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026.
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Continuing to Operate Fiscal Year 2026
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted the Budget and Finances law, 1 O.C. 121, which
sets budget process guidelines and governs the finances of the Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-03-26-25-B, Fiscal Year 2026
Budget Considerations and Calendar, which included budgeting guidelines, employment
cap, and a calendar; and
WHEREAS,
the budget calendar was expanded due to needed corrections and reductions to balance
the budget; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee approved December 8, 2025, as the tentative date for the
special General Tribal Council meeting to present and act on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026
budget; and
WHEREAS,
a FY 2026 budget cannot be approved prior to October 1st and a continuing resolution will
be required to be adopted; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the continuation of operations and expenditure of funds is
authorized in accordance with the following:
An employment cap of 1860 full-time equivalent (FTE).
o All 100% grant funded positions are exempt from the employment cap and vacant position
request process.
o All Consolidated Health positions are exempt from the employment cap and vacant position
request process because funding sources do not include Tribal Contribution.
The 3% annual wage increase shall go into effect September 28, 2025.
Continue to follow Budget Tier I contingency spending restrictions approved in BC Resolution # 0326-25-E FY 2025 Cost Savings Tools for the FY 2026 budget.
There is no delay is Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)/Capital Expenditure projects.
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BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, in accordance with the Budget and Finances law, 1 O.C. 121.54(e)(1), the
Oneida Business Committee adopts this continuing resolution to be effective from October 1, 2025, until
December 31, 2025, or until the budget is adopted whichever occurs first.
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Special Recognition William A. Gollnick with Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation has existed from time immemorial and is the culmination of the actions
of a vast number of individual members who have worked on behalf of the Oneida Nation
and its members; and
WHEREAS,
there are some members who have worked across different political eras of the Oneida
Nation impacted by federal actions as well as by internal developments of the Nation; and
WHEREAS,
William Gollnick is one of those individuals. Utilizing his Harvard master’s degree in
Education, Administration, Planning & Social Policy and his service as a United States
Marine. William’s impact on the Oneida Nation encompasses many achievements and
successes notably:
Positioning the Oneida Nation as a political force at the federal, state and local
levels of government.
Development and management of the Language Preservation Program.
Passage of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
Promoting Indian Education and Higher Education, including an appointment
from former President George W. Bush to the White House Conference on
Indian Education.
Chairman of the American Indian Language & Culture Education Board that
successfully lobbied on the passage of State of WI Act 31 that requires public
school districts to provide instruction on the history, culture and tribal
sovereignty of the WI Tribes.
Served as the President of the Oneida Nation Education Board as the Nation
began developing the school system in 1979.
Negotiator for the Nation’s Land Claims and Gaming Compacts.
Advocacy of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of
1975.
Negotiated the first set of “service agreements’ with local municipal
governments.
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the Oneida Business Committee recognizes the gift of time given by William Gollnick to his
Nation and its people to improve our reach and impact to better the lives of its members
and the community; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee recognizes with grateful thanks
the contributions of William Gollnick to the Oneida Nation, its members, and the community for the past
50 years and wish him peace and happiness in his retirement.
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Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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 3, 2025
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission
Background
One (1) vacancy has been posted for the Oneida Public Safety and Security Commission. The
vacancy is for the term ending March 31, 2030.
The vacancy has been posted since May 30, 2025. The latest application deadline was
August 7, 2025, and one (1) application(s) was received for the following applicant(s):
William Sauer
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending March 31, 2030, OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**, OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Accept the August 14, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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 08/14/25 & 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 AUGUST 14, 2025
DATE:
08/14/25
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An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of August 14, 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 as a M a jo rit y of 4 F C m e mb e r s vo t in g t o ap p ro v e t h e A u g u st 1 4 ,
20 2 5, F in an ce C om mi t t e e M eet ing Mi nut es . FC M emb e rs vot ing i ncl ud ed:
RaL ind a Ni n h a m- L am be ri e s, L i sa L i g g i n s , J en n if e r W eb st er , a n d Ch ad
Fus s.
These Finance Committee Minutes of August 14, 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
AUGUST 14, 2025 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
Chad Fuss, Asst. GGM‐Finance Casino Hotel
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT : Paul Witek, James Sommerfeldt, Joel Mikulsky, Connie Danforth, Carrie
Blohowiak, Joel Maxam, Isaiah Skenandore, Tonia Skenandore, Josephine Skenandore, Brittany
Tahlier, Aliskwet Ellis, Diana Taubel, Nathalie Benton, Ashley Summers, Sid White, David
Emerson, Sarah Miller, and Ashley Blaker.
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CALL TO ORDER:
The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:27 A.M.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: AUGUST 14, 2025
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the August 14, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: July 24, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 7/24/25)
Motion by Sarah White to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on July 24, 2025,
approving the July 24, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
SPECIAL FC E‐POLL:
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FY25 Blkt PO Increase – NDX Lords (Lords Dental)
Requester: Mercie Danforth, Comp. Health – Dental
(Approved via E‐Poll on 08/04/25)
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Amount:$31,000.00
Total PO: $80,000.00
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Motion by Lisa Liggins to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on August 4, 2025,
approving the FY25 Blkt PO Increase – NDX Lords (Lords Dental) in the amount of
$31,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Abstain by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion
carried.
V.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1. Vinton Construction Co. – Reconstruction of Parking Lots (4)
Paul Witek, Engineering
Amount: $2,304,366.53
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the Vinton Construction Co. –
Reconstruction of Parking Lots (4) in the amount of $2,304,366.53. Seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
VI.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. ACP CreativIt LLC dba Camera Corner – Phase II
James Sommerfeldt, DTS
Amount: $72,570.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve ACP CreativIt LLC dba Camera Corner – Phase II in the
amount of $72,570.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
2. FY26 Blkt PO – Faith Technologies – Subcontracting Services
Joel Mikulsky, DTS
Amount: $50,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Faith Technologies
– Subcontracting Services in the amount of $50,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
3. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Wisconsin Public Service
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $75,000.00
Total PO: $200,000.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Wisconsin Public Service
in the amount of $75,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
4. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Performance Food Group – Food
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $30,000.00
Total PO: $255,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase –
Performance Food Group – Food in the amount of $30,000.00. Seconded by Sarah
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White. Motion carried unanimously.
5. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Performance Food Group – Non‐Food
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $4,000.00
Total PO: $52,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase –
Performance Food Group – Non‐Food in the amount of $4,000.00. Seconded by Lisa
Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
6. FY26 Blkt PO – All One Staffing, LLC
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $600,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #6, #7, #8, & #9 under New
Business in the amounts requested. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
7. FY26 Blkt PO – Four Winds Staffing, LLC
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
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See Action in New Business #6.
8. FY26 Blkt PO – Polaris Health, LLC
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
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Amount: $625,000.00
See Action in New Business #6.
9. FY26 Blkt PO – STAT Temporary Services
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
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Amount: $550,000.00
Amount: $975,000.00
See Action in New Business #6.
10. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Health Services
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $950,000.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Health Services in the amount
of $950,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
11. FY26 Blkt PO – PRN Home Health & Therapy
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
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Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – PRN Home Health & Therapy in
the amount of $95,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
12. FY26 Blkt PO – Performance Food Group – Food
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $250,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Performance Food Group –
Food in the amount of $250,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
13. FY26 Blkt PO – Performance Food Group – Non‐Food
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $55,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Performance Food
Group – Non‐Food in the amount of $55,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously.
14. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service
Connie Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $225,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Wisconsin Public
Service in the amount of $225,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
15. FY26 Blkt PO – Bellin Health Lab Testing
Carrie Blohowiak, Comp. Health
Amount: $175,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Bellin Health Lab Testing in
the amount of $175,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
16. FY26 Blkt PO – GSA Government Vehicle Lease Program
Joel Maxam, OPD
Amount: $250,000.00
$217,800.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – GSA Government
Vehicle Lease Program in the updated amount of $217,800.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
17. M3 – Insurance Premiums Renewal
Isaiah Skenandore, Risk Management
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Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve M3 – Insurance Premiums Renewal in
the amount of $2,275,755.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
18. FY26 Blkt PO – Everi Games/VKGS
Tonia Skenandore, Gaming – Bingo
Amount: $158,279.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Everi Games/VKGS in the amount
of $158,279.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
19. FY26 Blkt PO – Midwest Bingo Supplies
Tonia Skenandore, Gaming – Bingo
Amount: $131,411.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Midwest Bingo
Supplies in the amount of $131,411.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
20. FY26 Blkt PO – NRT Technology – App Fees/Hosting
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $86,211.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – NRT Technology – APP
Fees/Hosting in the amount of $86,211.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
21. FY26 Blkt PO – Casino Cash Trac – Contracted Lease Payments
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $210,873.96
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Casino Cash Trac –
Contracted Lease Payments in the amount of $210,873.96. Seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
22. FY26 Blkt PO – Agilysys – Versa IG Interface Solution
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $71,118.82
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Agilysys – Versa IG
Interface Solution in the amount of $71,118.82. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously.
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23. FY26 Blkt PO – Agilysys – Versa Saas Solution
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $77,662.70
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Agilysys – Versa
Saas Solution in the amount of $77,662.70. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
24. FY26 Blkt PO – LNW Gaming Inc. – Monthly Maint. Fees
Josephine Skenandore, Gaming – DTS
Amount: $792,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – LNW Gaming Inc.
– Monthly Main. Fees in the amount of $792,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried unanimously.
25. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co.
Tim Skenandore, Gaming – Facilities
Amount: $169,611.60
Total PO: $261,296.28
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to defer this request to the next FC meeting, per
the requester. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
26. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Helios Recovery Services
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
Amount: $21,696.00
Total PO: $67,776.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Helios Recovery
Services in the amount of $21,696.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion
carried unanimously.
27. Trycycle Data Systems, Inc. – Managed Services & Licensing
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
Amount: $163,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve Trycycle Data Systems, Inc. –
Managed Services & Licensing in the amount of $163,000.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried unanimously.
28. FY26 Blkt PO – Rogers Memorial Hospital Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
Amount: $375,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve items #28, #29, #30, #31, #32, #33,
#34, #35, #36, #37, & #39 under New Business in the amounts requested. Seconded by
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Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
29. FY26 Blkt PO – Keystone Treatment Center (Opioid Abat. Grant) Amount: $200,000.00
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
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See Action in New Business #28.
30. FY26 Blkt PO – Keystone Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
See Action in New Business #28.
31. FY26 Blkt PO – Apricity Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
Amount: $100,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
36. FY26 Blkt PO – Sunspire Health Florida, LLC
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
Amount: $150,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
35. FY26 Blkt PO – Pathways to a Better Life LLC
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
Amount: $100,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
34. FY26 Blkt PO – Options Counseling Services
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
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Amount: $1,449,940.00
See Action in New Business #28.
33. FY26 Blkt PO – Jackie Nitschke Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
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Amount: $500,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
32. FY26 Blkt PO – Regroup Therapy Telehealth Services
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
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Amount: $862,500.00
Amount: $210,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
37. FY26 Blkt PO – Core Treatment Center
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Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
See Action in New Business #28.
38. FY26 Blkt PO – Port Charlotte Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
Amount: $250,000.00
See Action in New Business #28.
39. FY26 Blkt PO – Mash Ka Wisen Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
‐
Amount: $144,500.00
See Action in New Business #28.
40. Town of Oneida – Governance Agreement 2025 Payment
Melinda Danforth, Legislative Affairs
Amount: $165,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Town of Oneida – Governance Agreement
2025 Payment in the amount of $165,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
VII.
ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
REPORT:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – August 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for August 2025.
Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried unanimously.
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to go into Executive Session. Seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:58 A.M.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of Executive Session. Seconded by Chad Fuss.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:01 A.M.
1. Consolidated Health – FY26 Blkt PO – Dental – Independent Contract 2025‐0659
Jamie Willis, Comp. Health
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Dental – Independent
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Contract #2025‐0659 in the amount requested. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Consolidated Health – FY26 Blkt PO – BHS – MD Contract 2025‐0887
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve FY26 Blanket PO – BHS – MD Contract #2025‐0887 in
the updated amount requested. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. Consolidated Health – FY26 Blkt PO – BHS – MD Contract 2025‐0886
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – BHS – MD Contract #2025‐
0886 in the amount requested. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. Consolidated Health – FY26 Blkt PO – BHS – MD Contract 2025‐0889
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – BHS – MD Contract #2025‐
0889 in the amount requested. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. Consolidated Health – FY26 Blkt PO – BHS – MD Contract 2025‐0888
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – BHS – MD Contract #2025‐
0888 in the amount requested. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
X. FOLLOW UP: None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. IGT – Blkt PO Increase
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY25 Blanket PO Increase – IGT
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For Information Only. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. FY26 Blkt POs for Gaming – Slots
David Emerson, Gaming – Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY26 Blanket POs for Gaming –
Slots For Information Only. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. FY26 Blkt POs for Gaming Sports Betting
Tonia Skenandore, Gaming – Sports Betting
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY26 Blanket POs for Gaming
Sports Betting For Information Only. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion
carried unanimously.
XII. ADJOURN: Motion by Lisa Liggins to adjourn. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 9:06 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 August 28, 2025, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
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 08/28/25 & 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
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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 AUGUST 28, 2025
DATE:
08/28/25
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of August 28, 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 as a M a jo rit y of 4 F C m e mb e r s vo t in g t o ap p ro v e t h e A u g u st 2 8 ,
20 2 5, F in an ce C om mi t t e e M eet ing Mi nut es . FC M emb e rs vot ing i ncl ud ed:
Jon a s Hi ll, Je nnif e r W eb st e r , L oui s e Co r nel iu s, a n d S a r ah Wh it e .
These Finance Committee Minutes of August 28, 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
AUGUST 28, 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
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies CFO/FC Vice‐Chair
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
Louise Cornelius, GGM
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED : Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
OTHERS PRESENT : Deborah Gerondale, Tim Skenandore, Joel Mikulsky, Sharon Mousseau,
Linda Jenkins, Jason Martinez, Nicole Rommel, Louise Cornelius, Mari Kriescher, Heather
Ohuafi, Joe Sikora, Jamie Willis, Courtney Georgia, Lambert Metoxen, Juan Alicea, Glynis Alicea,
Lora Skenandore, Sid White, Rhiannon Metoxen, Sarah Miller, and Ashley Blaker.
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC
Chair at 8:27 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: AUGUST 28, 2025
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve the August 28, 2025, Finance Committee
Meeting Agenda with deferral of New Business item #13 to the next FC meeting. Seconded
by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES: AUGUST 14, 2025 (Approved via E‐Poll on 08/14/25)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E‐Poll action taken on August 14,
2025, approving the August 14, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – OTIS Elevator Co.
Tim Skenandore, Gaming – Facilities
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$118,728.12
Amount: $62,131.63
Total PO: $153,816.31
$210,412.80
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Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – OTIS
Elevator Co. in the corrected amount of $118,728.12 for a total PO amount of
$210,412.80. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
2. FY24 Blkt PO Increase – TowerMRL LLC
Nate Villarealli, DTS
Amount: $52,855.93
Total PO: $1,287,615.93
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY24 Blanket PO Increase – TowerMRL LLC in
the amount of $52,855.93. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
3. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Oak View Group‐Cash/CC Sales Reimb. Amount: $900,000.00
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Total PO: $5,400,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Oak View Group‐
Cash/CC Sales Reimbursement in the amount of $900,000.00. Seconded by Sarah
White. Motion carried unanimously.
4. FY26 Blkt PO – M3 Insurance Solutions – Services
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Amount: $240,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – M3 Insurance Solutions –
Services in the amount of $240,000.00. Seconded by Louise Cornelius. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. FY26 Blkt PO – Oneida Hotel Comp Reimbursement
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Amount: $4,000,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Oneida Hotel
Comp Reimbursement in the amount of $4,000,000.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried unanimously.
6. FY26 Blkt PO – Badger Liquor
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Oneida Hotel
Amount: $85,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Badger Liquor in
the amount of $85,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
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7. FY26 Blkt PO – Kay Beer Distributing
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Oneida Hotel
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Amount: $65,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Kay Beer
Distributing. in the amount of $65,000.00. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
8. FY26 Blkt PO – Lamers Bus Lines Inc.
Jason Martinez, Head Start
Amount: $212,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Lamers Bus Lines Inc. in the amount
of $212,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies requesting to verify what the actual cost would have been for
the contract to see if the flat 5% increase of the 3‐yr contract is beneficial. Jason Martinez
to reach out to Lamers and provide info.
9. FY26 Blkt PO – Tellurian Treatment Center
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
Amount: $250,000.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Tellurian Treatment Center in the
amount of $250,000.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
10. FY26 Blkt PO – Brain Power Wellness
Sharon Mousseau, ONSS
Amount: $135,500.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Brain Power Wellness in the
amount of $135,500.00. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
For the record Sharon Mousseau is going to verify if the School Board approved this
contract since this is year 5 of the contract.
11. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service
Nicole Rommel, Land Management
Amount: $200,000.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Wisconsin Public Service in the
amount of $200,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
12. FY26 Blkt PO – WE Energy
Nicole Rommel, Land Management
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Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – WE Energy in the amount of
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$55,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
13. FY26 Blkt PO – Green Bay Packers Contract Year 1 of 10
Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing
‐
Amount: $4,706,697.75
Deferred to the next FC meeting.
14. FY26 Blkt PO – Graphic Composition
Heather Ohuafi, Gaming – Marketing
Amount: $850,000.00
Motion by Sarah White to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Graphic Composition in the
amount of $850,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
15. FY26 Blkt PO – Wisconsin Public Service
Debra Danforth, Comp. Health
Amount: $144,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Wisconsin Public
Service in the amount of $144,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
16. FY25 Blkt PO Increase – Sandata
Deborah Gerondale, Comp. Health
Amount: $24,216.00
Total PO: $91,717.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – Sandata in the
amount of $24,216.00. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion carried
unanimously.
17. FY26 Blkt PO – Lucid Health
Courtney Georgia, Comp. Health
Amount: $110,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve FY26 Blanket PO – Lucid Health in
the amount of $110,000.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried
unanimously.
V.
DONATION:
REPORT:
1. FC Donation Report – August 2025
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
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Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the FC Donation Report for August 2025.
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Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST(S):
1. Oneida Apostolic Church – Donation
Requester: Juan Alicea, Pastor
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request
from Oneida Apostolic Church – Donation in the amount of $3,000. Seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried unanimously.
2. Family & Childcare Resources of NEW – Donation
Requester: Matt Roberts, Executive Director
Amount: $3,000.00
Motion by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies to approve from the Finance Committee Donations
the request from Family & Childcare Resources of NEW in the amount of $3,000. Seconded
by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
VI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into Executive Session. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 8:49 A.M.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to come out of Executive Session. Seconded by Sarah White.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:51 A.M.
1. Consolidated Health – FY25 Blkt PO Increase – MD Contract 2019‐1399
Mari Kriescher, Comp. Health – BHS
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve FY25 Blanket PO Increase – BHS – MD Contract
#2019‐1399 in the amount requested. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL:
1. Oneida Finance Fund SOP
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Oneida Finance Fund SOP and memo to
up‐date the community. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
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2. FY26 Finance Committee Meeting Schedule
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only for the FY26 Finance
Committee Meeting Schedule. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
3. FY26 OFF Request Packets and Finance Committee Donation Request Packet
Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY26 OFF Request Packets and Finance
Committee Donation Request Packet. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
VIII. FOLLOW UP: None
IX. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1. FY26 Blkt PO – National Indian Gaming Commission Fees
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY26 Blanket PO – National Indian
Gaming Commission Fees For Information Only. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. FY26 Blkt PO – State of WI Gaming Compact Fees
Louise Cornelius, Gaming – Admin
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY26 Blanket PO – State of WI
Gaming Compact Fees For Information Only. Seconded by RaLinda Ninham‐Lamberies. Motion
carried unanimously.
3. FY26 Blkt POs for Gaming – Table Games
Lambert Metoxen, Gaming – Table Games
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept as information only FY26 Blanket POs for Gaming –
Table Games For Information Only. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
X.
ADJOURN: Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn. Seconded by Louise Cornelius.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:03 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
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Ashley Blaker, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E‐Poll:
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August 28, 2025
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Accept the August 20, 2025, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Personnel Related
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the August 20, 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
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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
August 20, 2025
9:00 a.m.
Present: Jameson Wilson (Microsoft Teams), Marlon Skenandore, Kirby Metoxen
Excused: Jonas Hill, Jennifer Webster
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz
Others Present on Microsoft Teams: David Jordan, Eric Boulanger, Melissa Alvarado, Rhiannon
Metoxen, Fawn Cottrell, Peggy Helm-Quest, Fawn Billie, Sarah White, Taryn Webster, Tavia
James-Charles, Kaylynn Biely, Linda Dallas, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Brandon Yellowbird
Stevens, Kristal Hill, Diane Wilson, Mae Cornelius, Barbara Webster, Joel Maxam, Shannon Stone
I.
Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Jameson Wilson called the August 20, 2025, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to
order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to adopt the agenda; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried unanimously.
II.
Minutes to be Approved
1. August 6, 2025 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to approve the August 6, 2025 LOC meeting minutes and
forward to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
Current Business
1. Independent Contractor Law Amendments
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to approve and accept the updated draft, approve and accept
the legislative analysis, and direct the Legislative Reference Office to schedule a public
meeting; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Workplace Violence Law Amendments
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the updated draft, approve the legislative analysis,
and direct the Legislative Reference Office to schedule a public meeting; seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried unanimously.
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3. Public Use of Tribal Land Law Amendments
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the draft of amendments to the Public Use of Tribal
Land law amendments; seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
New Submissions
1. Disposition of Excess Tribal Property Policy Amendments or Repeal
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to add the Disposition of Excess Tribal Property Policy
Amendments or Repeal to the Active Files List with Marlon Skenandore as the sponsor;
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Child Custody, Placement, and Visitation Law Amendments
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to add the Child Custody, Placement, and Visitation Law
Amendments to the Active Files List with Jameson Wilson as the sponsor; seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
V.
Additions
VI.
Administrative Updates
1. E-Poll Results: Approval of the LOC FY25 Third Quarter Report
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to enter into the record the results of the August 7, 2025, epoll entitled, Approval of the LOC FY25 Third Quarter Report; seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
VII.
Executive Session
VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to adjourn at 9:23 a.m.; seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Accept the memorandum regarding the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures amendments as...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Personnel Related
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the Legislative Operating Committee memorandum entitled, Intent to Amend the
Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures and forward to the General Tribal Council.
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
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
General Tribal Council
Jameson Wilson, LOC Chairperson
September 3, 2025
Intent to Amend the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures
The Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures is a comprehensive law of the Nation that provides
the Nation’s employee related policies and procedures including recruitment, selection,
compensation and benefits, employee relations, safety and health, program and enterprise rules
and regulations, and record keeping.
Comprehensive amendments have not been made to the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures
in more than thirty (30) years. Within that time there have been many changes to the organization.
The Nation has grown from employing fewer than four hundred (400) individuals to now
employing more than two thousand (2,000) individuals. Although many changes have occurred
within the Nation over the years, our laws have not been updated accordingly. The Legislative
Operating Committee (LOC) determined it is time to make comprehensive amendments to the
Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures to ensure that the Nation’s employment practices best
meet the needs of the Nation.
One area for improvement in the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures that has been identified
by the LOC is its overall structure and composition. Currently, the Oneida Personnel Policies and
Procedures not only contains broad policy direction and regulations for our employment practices,
but it also contains a lot of very specific processes that govern day-to-day activities related to
employment. By locking so many specific day-to-day processes in the law itself, we have done a
disservice to the Nation because we have limited our ability to be flexible and adapt to conditions
that affect employment as they arise, without having to amend a law which can be a lengthy and
involved process.
The LOC determined that the current issues with the overall structure and composition of the
Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures can be improved by utilizing administrative rulemaking
in accordance with the Nation’s Administrative Rulemaking law. The Administrative Rulemaking
law provides an efficient, effective, and democratic process for enacting and revising
administrative rules. [1 O.C. 106.1-2]. A rule is a set of requirements enacted by an authorized
agency in order to implement, interpret and/or enforce a law of the Nation. [1 O.C. 106.3-1(h)].
The law would provide the general framework and policy direction and regulations, while the rules
would provide the details on how the policy provided for in the law is implemented and enforced.
It is the intention of the LOC to amend the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures to delegate
administrative rulemaking authority to the Human Resources Department to develop rules
regarding employment practices of the Nation in accordance with the Administrative Rulemaking
law. Utilizing the Administrative Rulemaking law for the promulgation of rules regarding
employment practices instead of including this information in the law itself provides greater
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flexibility to the Human Resources Department to develop rules that best meet the needs of the
Nation in its current circumstances. The Administrative Rulemaking law still ensures that the
process for developing rules is transparent and the community has an opportunity to provide input
during the administrative rulemaking process.
The LOC has been reviewing the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures with the Human
Resources Department to review and determine what topics belong in the law, and what topics
should be delegated to be addressed in administrative rulemaking. Below is a chart which
demonstrates topics the LOC believes should be addressed in the law in comparison to topics that
should be addressed in the rules:
Topics to Be Addressed in Law
Topics to be Addressed in Rules
Order of Indian preference
Statement against hiring/promotion decisions
that create a conflict of interest or nepotism
Personal and vacation accrual rates
Leaves of absences
Structure of the grievance process
How to post a vacancy
Requirements for job descriptions
Holiday pay eligibility rules
How to request and use personal or
vacation time
Recordkeeping
The LOC is informing the General Tribal Council of its intent to amend the Oneida Personnel
Policies and Procedures in an effort to begin discussions on what amendments to the law the
General Tribal Council would like to see.
As the LOC moves forward with developing amendments to the Oneida Personnel Policies and
Procedures, the LOC intends to hold various community outreach events in an effort to collect
more input on how the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures should be amended.
The LOC encourages everyone to participate in the legislative process and contribute their ideas
for the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures amendments.
Requested Action
Accept as information the Legislative Operating Committee’s memorandum regarding its intention
to amend the Oneida Personnel Policies and Procedures.
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Accept the Sanctions and Penalties law adoption packet and determine next steps
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
09/10/25
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Personnel Related
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the Sanctions and Penalties Law Adoption Packet and forward to the General
Tribal Council for consideration.
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
☒ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☒ Law
☒ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Legislative Analysis
☐ 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
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
General Tribal Council
Jameson Wilson, Legislative Operating Committee Chairman
September 3, 2025
Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
Please find the following attached backup documentation for your consideration of the adoption
of the Sanctions and Penalties law:
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Resolution: Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
Statement of Effect: Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
Sanctions and Penalties Law Legislative Analysis
Sanctions and Penalties Law
Sanctions and Penalties Law Fiscal Impact Statement
Overview
If an elected official of the Nation engages in misconduct while in office the only remedy available
to hold the official accountable is to remove that official from their position. The removal of an
elected official is required to follow the process contained in the Nation’s Removal law, which
includes a petition, a preliminary review and hearing by the Nation’s Judiciary, and ultimately a
determination by the General Tribal Council (GTC). [1 O.C. 104].
Other than removal, the Nation does not currently have a formal process to issue warnings,
reprimands, or corrective actions against elected officials. The Legislative Operating Committee
(LOC) recognizes that not all instances of misconduct by an elected official may rise to the level
of removal. The LOC also determined that a more effective government can be obtained if officials
are provided the opportunity to take accountability for their actions and correct the behavior that
resulted in misconduct, which may result in the individual becoming a better official.
The desire for a process to be able to better hold officials accountable for misconduct in office has
been discussed within the Nation for more than twenty (20) years. From 2016 to 2019, the GTC
has discussed sanctioning an official, whether through suspension or loss of stipend or wage,
during at least eleven (11) GTC meetings. The requests to sanction an official have often times
been declined due to the fact that the Nation lacks a law that allows for an official to be sanctioned
for misconduct while still protecting the due process rights of that official. In November 2018 the
GTC even considered a petition regarding “Rescinding the Removal law” for the purpose of
addressing disciplinary actions such as suspensions or removals of officials through an easier
process than what the Removal law provides. The GTC was asked again to consider a petition
regarding the repeal of the removal law in 2023.
Additionally, providing an elected official the opportunity to correct misconduct and improve
behavior aligns with traditional Oneida ways. The LOC learned through discussions with the
Cultural Heritage Department that in the past a chief would be provided three (3) warnings in hope
of improving the chief’s behavior before the chief was dehorned or removed from his position of
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prominence. The focus of the warnings before the removal of the official was to provide an
opportunity for corrective action to be taken that had the potential to result in a better official
before removal of that official was sought. The LOC is seeking the adoption of this Sanctions and
Penalties law in an effort to provide a mechanism for utilizing corrective actions to address the
misconduct of officials and allow an opportunity for growth and improvement before removal or
termination of appointment.
Furthermore, during the special election held on July 9, 2016, a referendum question which asked,
“Should the BC develop a law which provides for sanctions and due process for elected officials?”
was included on the ballot. This referendum question was approved by a vote of one hundred and
seventy-eight (178) to fifty-nine (59). This positive referendum further demonstrates the Nation’s
desire to develop a process to address misconduct of officials prior to seeking removal.
On March 17, 2019, the LOC presented a proposed Sanctions and Penalties law to the GTC. The
GTC was asked to consider the adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties law which would establish
a set of sanctions and penalties that may be imposed upon all elected and appointed officials of the
Nation for misconduct in office, including the Oneida Business Committee (OBC). After
discussion on the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law, the GTC took the following actions:
Motion by Becky Webster to adopt the resolution entitled Sanctions and Penalties Law on
pages 5 and 6 of the meeting packet; with the amendment to the law to limit those who have
standing to file a complaint to Tribal Members only. Seconded by Jamie Willis. Motion not
voted on; item deferred, see amendment.
Amendment to the main motion by Mike Debraska to defer item IV.A. for at least sixty (60)
days for GTC to have additional time to consider it and have input. Seconded by Tina
Danforth. Motion carried by show of hands.
The LOC complied with the GTC directive to have additional time for the membership to consider
the Sanctions and Penalties law and provide input, and was prepared to bring back a revised
Sanctions and Penalties law to the GTC for consideration in Spring of 2020. Unfortunately, due to
the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nation was not able to hold GTC meetings for
years based on public health and safety concerns.
The LOC is now prepared to present a revised Sanctions and Penalties law to the GTC for
consideration.
Sanctions and Penalties Law
This proposed Sanctions and Penalties law establishes a consistent set of sanctions and penalties
that may be imposed upon elected officials of the Nation for misconduct in office for the purpose
of providing an opportunity for the official to take corrective action to address the misconduct and
promote accountability and improved performance of the official.
The Sanctions and Penalties law will:
Require an elected official of the Nation to behave in a manner that promotes high
standards of conduct. [1 O.C. 120.4-1];
Subject an elected official of the Nation to sanctions and penalties for behaving in a manner
that constitutes misconduct, which is defined as:
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a violation of the Constitution or any of the Nation’s laws, policies, or rules;
a violation of the bylaws, standard operating procedures or other internal operating
documents that govern the entity upon which the official serves; and
a conviction of a felony, or any crime in any jurisdiction that would be classified
as a felony under federal law or Wisconsin law. [1 O.C. 120.4-2];
Provide a process for filing a complaint, including:
who may file a complaint [1 O.C. 120.5-1];
when a complaint may be filed, [1 O.C. 120.5-2];
where a complaint may be filed [1 O.C. 120.5-4]; and
the necessary contents of a complaint [1 O.C. 120.5-3];
Prohibit retaliation against any individual who makes a complaint, is a witness to a
complaint, or offers testimony or evidence [1 O.C. 120.5-5];
Delegate the responsibility to handle complaints alleged against an elected official to the
Trial Court [1 O.C. 120.6-1];
Require all complaints alleged against an elected official to be handled in a confidential
manner [1 O.C. 120.6-4];
Allow for an individual to appeal the decision of the Trial Court to the Nation’s Court of
Appeals [1 O.C. 120.6-11, 120.6-6];
Provide various sanctions and penalties that may be imposed against an elected official [1
O.C. 120.7-2];
Provide factors to be used by the Trial Court when determining the appropriate sanctions
and/or penalties to impose [1 O.C. 120.7-3];
Clarify that the imposition of sanctions or penalties does not exempt an official from
individual liability for the underlying misconduct, and does not limit any penalties that may
be imposed in accordance with other laws [1 O.C. 120.7-5];
Discuss the effect of a resignation by an elected official [1 O.C. 120.8]; and
Require that Judiciary maintain a record of conduct in office for each elected official [1
O.C. 120.10].
Development of the Law in Compliance with the Legislative Procedures Act
The Legislative Procedures Act (“the LPA”) was adopted by the GTC through resolution GTC01-07-13-A for the purpose of providing a process for the adoption of laws of the Nation. [1 O.C.
109.1-1]. The Sanctions and Penalties law complies with all processes and procedures required by
the LPA, including the development of a legislative analysis, a fiscal analysis, and the opportunity
for public review during a public meeting and public comment period. [1 O.C. 109.6, 109.7,
109.8].
Overall, since 2014, the LOC has held sixty-two (62) work meetings on the development of a
Sanctions and Penalties law. The Government Administrative Office, Records Management
Department, Human Resources Department, Cultural Heritage Department, and various boards,
committees, and commissions of the Nation were consulted in the development of this law and
participated in those work meetings. Additionally, the OC dedicated time to reviewing various
laws of the Nation, in addition to the laws of seven (7) other tribal nations when developing the
Sanctions and Penalties law.
In accordance with the LPA, three (3) public meetings on the proposed Sanctions and Penalties
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law were held. Notices for public meetings were published in the Kalihwisaks, on the Nation’s
website, and electronically provided to all directors, managers, and supervisors of the Nation. On
October 4, 2018, the first public meeting on the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law held. Three
(3) people provided oral comments during this public meeting. The public comment period was
then held open until October 11, 2018, for the submission of written comments. The LOC received
four (4) submissions of written comments during the public comment period. All public comments
received were accepted, reviewed, and considered by the LOC on October 17, 2018, and October
25, 2018. A second public meeting was held on January 7, 2020. One (1) person provided oral
comments during the public meeting. The public comment was then held open until on January
14, 2020, for the submission of written comments. Two (2) submissions of written comments were
received during the public comment period. All public comments received were accepted,
reviewed, and considered by the LOC on January 15, 2020. A third public meeting for the proposed
Sanctions and Penalties law was held on June 13, 2025. No individuals provided oral comments
during the public meeting. The public comment period was then held open until June 20, 2025, for
the submission of written comments. No individuals provided written comments during the public
comment period.
The Finance Department provided fiscal impact statements for all versions of the proposed
Sanctions and Penalties law on December 27, 2018, January 20, 2020, and July 15, 2025.
With all requirements of the LPA met, the GTC is ready to consider the adoption of the proposed
Sanctions and Penalties law.
Additional Outreach and Communication
In addition to meeting all the requirements of the LPA, the LOC prioritized making additional
efforts for outreach and communication in the development of this Sanctions and Penalties law
both before and after the March 17, 2019, GTC directive.
Community Outreach Events. One way the LOC prioritized outreach and communication is by
holding various community outreach events. The purpose of these community outreach events was
to provide opportunities for members of the community to become more educated and informed
about the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law and provide input and suggestions as to what
should be addressed in the Law. Notices for these community outreach events were published in
the Kalihwisaks, published on the Nation’s website, shared on Facebook, shared through the
Update Oneida daily e-mails, and electronically provided to all directors, managers, and
supervisors of the Nation. At the community outreach events the LOC often had informational
flyers, drafts of the Law, and a frequently asked questions document available for people to take
and learn more. At many of the community outreach events the LOC gave a short presentation on
the Sanctions and Penalties law and had open discussion on the proposed Law with those in
attendance. At two (2) events the LOC even read the Sanctions and Penalties law aloud line-byline with the community members in attendance in an effort to educate, answer questions, and
collect concerns. The LOC was available during these community outreach events to answer
questions and collect input from community members. The LOC held the following outreach
events on the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law:
May 3, 2018: Community pot-luck meeting at Norbert Hill Center to gather community
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input.
July 11, 2019: Community outreach event held prior to GTC meeting at Radisson
Conference Center.
July 17, 2019: Community outreach held at Norbert Hill Center in Oneida.
August 9, 2019: Community outreach held at Veteran’s Breakfast in Oneida.
August 15, 2019: Community outreach held at Farmer’s Market in Oneida.
October 7, 2019: Community outreach held at Elder Congregate Meal site in Oneida.
October 16, 2019: Community outreach held at SEOTS Building in Milwaukee.
March 6, 2024: Community pot-luck meeting at the Norbert Hill Center to gather
community input.
April 2, 2025: Community work session at the Norbert Hill Center to read the law line-byline and gather community input.
Period for Written Submissions of Comments. Understanding that not everyone is available to
attend community outreach events in person, the LOC also allowed for written comments on the
proposed Sanctions and Penalties law to be submitted from July 3, 2019, until August 31, 2019,
and then from September 18, 2019, until October 31, 2019. Written submissions of comments
were received from two (2) individuals.
Kalihwisaks Article. Leading up to the March 17, 2019, GTC meeting the LOC published an
informational article in the February 7, 2019, Kalihwisaks edition in an effort to provide the
community background on why the Sanctions and Penalties law was created and information on
what the Sanctions and Penalties law would do. This was an effort by the LOC to encourage the
community to be prepared to discuss and consider this item. The article included the LOC’s email
address and encouraged individuals to contact the LOC with any questions or concerns. An article
was then published in the September 19, 2019, Kalihwisaks edition for the purpose of informing
the community on the various outreach efforts the LOC has made for the proposed Sanctions and
Penalties law. Another article was then published in the November 7, 2019, Kalihwisaks edition
for the purpose of informing the community why the LOC is the body developing the Sanctions
and Penalties aw. An article published in the December 19, 2019, Kalihwisaks edition highlighted
the various legislative efforts the LOC made during 2019, including its efforts for the Sanctions
and Penalties law and its intent to bring this Law to the GTC in March 2020. All articles
encouraged the reader to contact that LOC at LOC@oneidanation.org with any questions.
Informational Video. The LOC then developed an informational video that was shared on
Facebook on February 21, 2019, which provided information on the purpose of the Sanctions and
Penalties law and included a link to the Nation’s website for additional information, including
“frequently asked questions.” This video was viewed nearly four thousand (4,000) times.
Community Budget Meeting. During the October 25, 2019, Community Budget Meeting the LOC
had an interactive display at the Legislative Reference Office’s booth which allowed those
community members in attendance to provide input by responding to the statement, “I would
support a law that would hold tribal officials accountable for misconduct.” Individuals could
respond with either a “Yep,” “No,” or “IDK.” Thirty-seven (37) individuals responded with “Yep,”
four (4) individuals responded with “IDK,” and no one responded with “No.”
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LOC Meeting Agendas. The proposed Sanctions and Penalties law was on twenty-eight (28) LOC
meeting agendas since October 15, 2014, when the Sanctions and Penalties law was initially added
to the LOC’s Active File List. The LOC holds meetings on the first and third Wednesday of every
month at 9:00 a.m. in the Norbert Hill Center Business Committee Conference Room and on
Microsoft Teams. The LOC encourages members of the community to attend LOC meetings and
participate in the legislative process by asking questions and/or providing input during those
meetings.
Below please find a comprehensive chart that demonstrates the LOC’s efforts for outreach and
communication regarding the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law:
EFFORTS FOR OUTREACH AND INPUT
Opportunities for Input Prior to the March 17, 2019 GTC Meeting:
November 1, 2017
Work Meeting with all Boards, Committees, and Commissions
Invited
May 3, 2018
Community Meeting Potluck
October 4, 2018
Public Meeting*
October 11, 2018
Public Comment Period Closed*
February 7, 2019
Article Published in the Kalihwisaks
February 21, 2019
Informational Video Posted on Facebook
Opportunities for Input After the March 17, 2019 GTC Meeting:
July 11, 2019
Community Outreach Event held at the Radisson Hotel and
Conference Center prior to GTC Meeting
July 17, 2019
Community Outreach Event held at the Norbert Hill Center
August 9, 2019
Community Outreach Event held during Oneida Veteran’s
Breakfast
August 15, 2019
Community Outreach Event held during Oneida Farmer’s Market
August 31, 2019
First Period for Written Submissions Closed
September 19, 2019
Article Published in the Kalihwisaks
October 7, 2019
Community Outreach Event held at Elder Congregate Meal Site
October 18, 2019
Community Outreach Event held at SEOTS
October 25, 2019
Input Opportunity at Community Budget Meeting
October 31, 2019
Second Period for Written Submissions Closed
November 7, 2019
Article Published in the Kalihwisaks
December 19, 2019
Article Published in the Kalihwisaks
January 7, 2020
Public Meeting*
January 14, 2020
Public Comment Period Closed*
March 6, 2024
Community Outreach Event held at the Norbert Hill Center
April 2, 2025
Community Outreach Event held at the Norbert Hill Center
June 13, 2025
Public Meeting*
June 20, 2025
Public Comment Period Closed*
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Conclusion
The LOC has fulfilled the March 17, 2019, GTC directive to defer this item for at least sixty (60)
days for GTC to have additional time to consider it and have input. The LOC then used the input
that was received from community members during the various community outreach efforts to
determine how the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law should be revised to address the concerns
of the community.
The LOC determined that the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law should be revised so that the
OBC is removed as a hearing body for complaints. The LOC has updated the Sanctions and
Penalties law to remove the OBC as a hearing body for complaints against appointed officials by
removing all references to appointed officials from the Law. Now, the proposed Sanctions and
Penalties law only addresses elected officials of the Nation and provides that those complaints
against elected officials be handled by the Judiciary – Trial Court.
Additionally, the LOC revised the Sanctions and Penalties law to limit who can file a complaint
against an elected official. Previously, drafts of the Sanctions and Penalties law allowed any
individual at least eighteen (18) years of age or older who in good faith has knowledge or reason
to believe that an official has committed misconduct file a complaint. The proposed Sanctions and
Penalties law now also requires that an individual be an enrolled member of the Nation or an
employee of the Nation in order to file a complaint against an elected official.
The LOC is once again ready for the GTC to consider the adoption of the proposed Sanctions and
Penalties law.
Most other governments, including tribal, local, state, and federal, have some sort of sanctions and
penalties process for officials. Through the adoption of this Sanctions and Penalties law the GTC
can close the current gap by providing a process to address the misconduct of officials and
empower themselves to take action to hold officials accountable.
Requested Action
Adopt the Resolution: Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
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Oneida, WI 54155
GTC Resolution # _____________
Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the purpose of the Sanctions and Penalties law (“the Law”) is to establish a consistent set
of sanctions and penalties that may be imposed upon elected officials of the Nation for
misconduct in office in order to provide an opportunity for the official to take corrective
action to address the misconduct and promote accountability and improved performance
of the official; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will require an elected official of the Nation to behave in a manner that promotes
high standards of conduct; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will subject an elected official of the Nation to sanctions and penalties for behaving
in a manner that constitutes misconduct; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will provide a process for filing a complaint alleging misconduct against an elected
official, including who may file a complaint, when to file a complaint, where a complaint
may be filed, and the necessary contents of a complaint; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will prohibit retaliation against any individual who makes a complaint, is a witness
to a complaint, or offers testimony or evidence; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will require all complaints alleged against an elected official to be handled in a
confidential manner; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will delegate the responsibility to handle complaints alleged against an elected
official to the Judiciary - Trial Court; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will allow an appeal of a decision of the Trial Court to be made to the Nation’s
Court of Appeals; and
WHEREAS,
the Law provides the various sanctions and penalties that may be imposed against an
elected official, and the factors that shall be used when determining the appropriate
sanctions and/or penalties to impose; and
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GTC Resolution # _______
Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
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WHEREAS,
the Law will clarify that the imposition of sanctions and/or penalties does not exempt an
official from individual liability for the underlying misconduct, and does not limit any
penalties that may be imposed in accordance with other laws; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will provide for the effect of a resignation by an elected official; and
WHEREAS,
the Law will require that the Judiciary maintain a record of conduct in office for each elected
official; and
WHEREAS,
the development of this Law complies with all processes and procedures required by the
Legislative Procedures Act, including the development of a legislative analysis, a fiscal
analysis, and the opportunity for public review during a public meeting and public comment
period; and
WHEREAS,
in accordance with the Legislative Procedures Act, three (3) public meetings on the
proposed Law were held; and
WHEREAS,
the first public meeting was held on October 4, 2018, with the public comment period being
held open until October 11, 2018; and
WHEREAS,
in addition to the requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act, in preparation of
presenting this topic to the General Tribal Council, the Legislative Operating Committee
held collaborative work meetings, held one (1) community outreach event, published one
(1) article in the Kalihwisaks regarding the proposed Law, and published an information
video on Facebook; and
WHEREAS,
a proposed Sanctions and Penalties law was presented to the General Tribal Council for
consideration on March 17, 2019; and
WHEREAS,
on March 17, 2019, after discussion the General Tribal Council took action to defer this
item for at least at least sixty (60) days for the General Tribal Council to have additional
time to consider it and have input; and
WHEREAS,
after the March 17, 2019, directive the Legislative Operating Committee held nine (9)
additional community outreach events, allowed twice for the written submission of
comments and questions, and published three (3) articles in the Kalihwisaks regarding the
proposed Law and outreach efforts; and
WHEREAS,
the second public meeting was held on January 7, 2020, with the public comment period
being held open until January 14, 2020; and
WHEREAS,
the third public meeting was held on June 13, 2025, with the public comment period being
held open until June 20, 2025; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sanctions and Penalties law is hereby adopted and shall
become effective ten (10) business days after the date of the adoption of this resolution.
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155‐0365
Oneida‐nsn.gov
Statement of Effect
Adoption of the Sanctions and Penalties Law
Summary
This resolution adopts a Sanctions and Penalties law for the purpose of establishing a consistent
set of sanctions and penalties that may be imposed upon elected officials of the Nation for
misconduct in office for the purpose of providing an opportunity for the official to take corrective
action to address the misconduct and promote accountability and improved performance of the
official.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: August 28, 2025
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Legislative Procedures Act (“the LPA”) was adopted by the General Tribal Council through
resolution GTC-01-07-13-A for the purpose of providing a process for the adoption of laws of the
Nation. [1 O.C. 109.1-1]. This resolution adopts a Sanctions and Penalties law (“the Law”), which
complies with all processes and procedures required by the LPA, including the development of a
legislative analysis, a fiscal analysis, and the opportunity for public review during a public meeting
and public comment period. [1 O.C. 109.6, 109.7, 109.8].
This resolution adopts the proposed Law which will establish a consistent set of sanctions and
penalties that may be imposed upon elected officials of the Nation for misconduct in office in order
to provide an opportunity for the official to take corrective action to address the misconduct and
promote accountability and improved performance of the official
The Sanctions and Penalties law will:
Require an elected official of the Nation to behave in a manner that promotes high
standards of conduct. [1 O.C. 120.4-1];
Subject an elected official of the Nation to sanctions and penalties for behaving in a manner
that constitutes misconduct, which is defined as:
a violation of the Constitution or any of the Nation’s laws, policies, or rules;
a violation of the bylaws, standard operating procedures or other internal operating
documents that govern the entity upon which the official serves; and
a conviction of a felony, or any crime in any jurisdiction that would be classified
as a felony under federal law or Wisconsin law. [1 O.C. 120.4-2];
Provide a process for filing a complaint, including:
who may file a complaint [1 O.C. 120.5-1];
when a complaint may be filed, [1 O.C. 120.5-2];
where a complaint may be filed [1 O.C. 120.5-4]; and
the necessary contents of a complaint [1 O.C. 120.5-3];
Prohibit retaliation against any individual who makes a complaint, is a witness to a
complaint, or offers testimony or evidence [1 O.C. 120.5-5];
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Delegate the responsibility to handle complaints alleged against an elected official to the
Trial Court [1 O.C. 120.6-1];
Require all complaints alleged against an elected official to be handled in a confidential
manner [1 O.C. 120.6-4];
Allow for an individual to appeal the decision of the Trial Court to the Nation’s Court of
Appeals [1 O.C. 120.6-11, 120.6-6];
Provide various sanctions and penalties that may be imposed against an elected official [1
O.C. 120.7-2];
Provide factors to be used by the Trial Court when determining the appropriate sanctions
and/or penalties to impose [1 O.C. 120.7-3];
Clarify that the imposition of sanctions or penalties does not exempt an official from
individual liability for the underlying misconduct, and does not limit any penalties that may
be imposed in accordance with other laws [1 O.C. 120.7-5];
Discuss the effect of a resignation by an elected official [1 O.C. 120.8]; and
Require that Judiciary maintain a record of conduct in office for each elected official [1
O.C. 120.10].
In accordance with the LPA, three (3) public meetings on the proposed Law were held. On October
4, 2018, the first public meeting on the proposed Sanctions and Penalties law held. Three (3) people
provided oral comments during this public meeting. The public comment period was then held
open until October 11, 2018, for the submission of written comments. The LOC received four (4)
submissions of written comments during the public comment period. All public comments
received were accepted, reviewed, and considered by the LOC on October 17, 2018, and October
25, 2018.
In addition to the requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act, in preparation of presenting this
topic to the General Tribal Council, the Legislative Operating Committee held collaborative work
meetings, held one (1) community outreach event, published one (1) article in the Kalihwisaks
regarding the proposed Law, and published an information video on Facebook.
The Legislative Operating Committee presented a proposed Law to the General Tribal Council for
consideration on March 17, 2019. After discussion on the Law, the General Tribal Council took
action to defer this item for at least sixty (60) days for the General Tribal Council to have additional
time to consider it and have input.
After the March 17, 2019, directive the Legislative Operating Committee held seven (7)
community outreach events, allowed for the written submission of comments and questions, and
published two (2) articles in the Kalihwisaks regarding the proposed Law and outreach efforts.
Based on the input received during the various community outreach events, the Legislative
Operating Committee decided to revise the Law to eliminate the Oneida Business Committee as a
hearing body for complaints against appointed officials by removing all references to appointed
officials throughout the Law, as well as limit who can file a complaint to enrolled members of the
Nation or employees of the Nation.
A second public meeting was held on January 7, 2020. One (1) person provided oral comments
during the public meeting. The public comment was then held open until on January 14, 2020, for
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the submission of written comments. Two (2) submissions of written comments were received
during the public comment period. All public comments received were accepted, reviewed, and
considered by the LOC on January 15, 2020. A third public meeting for the proposed Sanctions
and Penalties law was held on June 13, 2025. No individuals provided oral comments during the
public meeting. The public comment period was then held open until June 20, 2025, for the
submission of written comments. No individuals provided written comments during the public
comment period.
The Sanctions and Penalties law will become effective ten (10) business days after the adoption of
the resolution by the General Tribal Council.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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SANCTIONS AND PENALTIES LAW
LEGISLATIVE ANALYSIS
SECTION 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Intent of the Law
Purpose
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Increase accountability among elected officials of the Nation.
Create a formal complaint process that allows for corrective actions against
elected officials who engage in misconduct.
The purpose of this law is to establish a consistent set of sanctions and penalties
that may be imposed upon elected officials of the Nation for misconduct in office
in order to provide an opportunity for the official to take corrective action to address
the misconduct and promote accountability and improved performance of the
official [1 O.C. 120.1-1].
All elected officials of the Nation; Any enrolled member of the Nation or employee
age eighteen (18) years and older who has knowledge that an official committed
misconduct; Oneida Business Committee; Judiciary Trial Court; Judiciary Court of
Appeals; Government Administrative Office.
Oneida Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure; Rules of Appellate Procedure; Code of
Ethics; Boards, Committees and Commissions law; Garnishment law; Per Capita
law; and any of the Nation’s laws and bylaws that may be violated by an official.
Sanctions and penalties against elected officials will be imposed by the Trial Court.
Officials accused of misconduct have the right to be represented by an attorney or
advocate. Officials also have the right to submit a written response to the complaint,
and an opportunity to appear at the hearing to answer the allegations and provide
evidence on their behalf. Complaints against officials must be proven by clear and
convincing evidence.
A public meeting for an earlier draft of this law was held on October 4, 2018. A
second public meeting for an updated draft was held on January 7, 2020. A third
public meeting for an updated draft was held on June 13, 2025.
A fiscal impact statement for an earlier draft of this law was prepared by the
Finance Department on December 27, 2018. An updated fiscal analysis was
prepared on January 20, 2020, and July 15, 2025.
SECTION 2. LEGISLATIVE DEVELOPMENT
A. Request for Amendments. The request to develop a sanctions and penalties law was originally added
to the Legislative Operating Committee’s Active Files List in October of 2014, and has been carried
over for the last three legislative terms. When an elected official of the Nation commits misconduct
while in office, there are few remedies available for the Nation to discipline that official. Currently,
elected officials may be removed in accordance with the Removal Law. However, there may be
instances of misconduct that do not rise to the level of removal. In these cases, other remedies such as
verbal reprimands, fines, or suspensions may be more appropriate. This Law creates a formal complaint
process that gives members of the Nation, employees and entities an opportunity to file complaints
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Law also creates a range of potential sanctions and penalties for officials who violate the laws of the
Nation or commit other forms of misconduct.
B. 2016 Special Election Referendum. During the Special Election held on July 9, 2016, the following
referendum question was approved by a vote of 178 to 59: “Should the BC develop a law which provides
for sanctions and due process for elected officials?” The Election Law requires the Oneida Business
Committee to present referendum questions that receive a majority vote to the General Tribal Council
(GTC) for discussion and action [1 O.C. 102.12-9(c)].
C. Presentation to General Tribal Council. On March 17, 2019, this Law was presented to the General
Tribal Council for consideration. The General Tribal Council adopted a motion to defer this item for at
least sixty (60) days for GTC to have additional time to consider it and have input. As a result of General
Tribal Council’s directive, the LOC held six (6) additional community outreach events – in various
locations around the Reservation as well as in Milwaukee. Based on input received from community
members during the various outreach efforts, as well as the discussion during the March 17, 2019, GTC
Meeting, the LOC determined that the draft should be revised. The LOC intended to include this revised
Law on the July 2020 Semi-Annual General Tribal Council meeting agenda before all General Tribal
Council meetings were canceled due to COVID-19.
D. Elected Officials. This Law will apply to elected officials of the Nation, including members of the
following entities:
Chart 1. Elected Boards, Committees, and Commissions
ELECTED BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
Oneida Business Committee
Oneida Election Board
Oneida Gaming Commission
Oneida Land Claims Commission
Oneida Land Commission
Oneida Nation Commission on Aging (ONCOA)
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Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
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SECTION 3. CONSULTATION AND OUTREACH
A. Representatives from the following departments or entities participated in the development of this Law
and this legislative analysis:
Oneida Business Committee;
Government Administrative Office;
Records Management Department;
Human Resources Department;
Intergovernmental Affairs and Communications Department;
Cultural Heritage Department;
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Board (AJRCCC);
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Oneida Election Board;
Oneida Environmental Resource Board (ERB);
Oneida Gaming Commission;
Oneida Land Commission;
Oneida Police Commission;
Oneida Pow-wow Committee;
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Oneida Nation Veterans Affairs Committee (ONVAC).
B. The following laws of the Nation were reviewed in the drafting of this legislative analysis:
Oneida Judiciary law;
Oneida Tribal Judiciary Canons of Judicial Conduct;
Oneida Judiciary Rules of Civil Procedure;
Oneida Judiciary Rules of Appellate Procedure;
Removal law;
Code of Ethics;
Legal Resource Center law;
Open Meetings and Open Records law;
Boards, Committees and Commissions law;
Garnishment law; and
Per Capita law.
C. In addition, the following other laws were reviewed in drafting this analysis:
Ho Chunk Nation Code of Ethics 2 HCC 1;
Oglala Sioux Tribe Code of Ethics Ordinance No. 08-11;
Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Ethics Code;
Rosebud Sioux Tribal Code of Ethics Ordinance 86-04;
Siletz Tribal Council Ethics Ordinance –Siletz Tribal Code 2.200;
Skokomish Code of Ethics S.T.C. 1.05; and
Pit River Tribal Government Code of Conduct Section 80.
D. Community Outreach Events. In addition to the public meeting(s) required by the Legislative
Procedures Act held on October 4, 2018, and January 7, 2020, the LOC held the following outreach
events on this legislation:
May 3, 2018: Community pot-luck meeting at Norbert Hill Center to gather community input.
July 11, 2019: Community outreach event held prior to GTC meeting at Radisson Conference
Center.
July 17, 2019: Community outreach held at Norbert Hill Center in Oneida.
August 9, 2019: Community outreach held at Veteran’s Breakfast in Oneida.
August 15, 2019: Community outreach held at Farmer’s Market in Oneida.
October 7, 2019: Community outreach held at Elder Congregate Meal site in Oneida.
October 16, 2019: Community outreach held at SEOTS Building in Milwaukee.
March 6, 2024: Community pot-luck meeting at the Norbert Hill Center to gather community
input.
April 2, 2025: Community work session at the Norbert Hill Center to read the law line-by-line
and gather community input.
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SECTION 4. PROCESS
A. Compliance with LPA. The development of the proposed Law complies with the process set forth in
the Legislative Procedures Act (LPA).
The law was originally added to the Active Files List on October 15, 2014.
On September 6, 2017, this Law was readded to the Active Files List for the 2017-2020 legislative
term.
On April 2, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the draft of this Law and direct
that a community meeting/potluck be held on May 3, 2018.
On June 6, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the draft of this Law and directed
that a legislative analysis be completed.
On July 18, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the legislative analysis for this
Law and deferred this item to a work meeting.
On August 15, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee approved the public meeting packet and
forwarded this Law to a public meeting to be held on September 20, 2018; and forwarded this Law
to the Finance Office for a fiscal analysis to be completed.
On September 10, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee conducted an e-poll entitled,
Approval of the Sanctions and Penalties Law Public Meeting Packet. The requested action of this
e-poll was to approve the public meeting packet and forward the proposed Sanctions and Penalties
law to a public meeting to be held on October 4, 2018 – since the September 20, 2018, public
meeting on the proposed Law needed to be canceled due to the Kalihwisaks failing to publish the
public meeting notice in the September 6, 2018, edition. The e-poll was approved by David P.
Jordan, Jennifer Webster, Kirby Metoxen, and Ernest Stevens III. Daniel Guzman King did not
provide a response to the e-poll.
On September 19, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee entered the e-poll results into the
record.
On October 4, 2018, a public meeting on the proposed law was held. Six (6) members of the
community attended the public meeting with three (3) people providing oral comments.
The public comment period was then held open until October 11, 2018. Four (4) submissions of
written comments were received during the public comment period.
On October 17, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the public meeting comments
and public meeting comment review memorandum and deferred this item to a work meeting.
On November 7, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the public comment review
memorandum and the updated draft.
On December 5, 2018, the Legislative Operating Committee accepted the updated legislative
analysis, including the replacement of page 159 in the packet; and approved the fiscal impact
statement memorandum and forwarded the items to the Finance Department directing that a fiscal
impact statement of the proposed Law be prepared for inclusion on the January 2, 2019 Legislative
Operating Committee meeting agenda.
On January 7, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee approved the adoption packet for the
proposed Law and forwarded to the Oneida Business Committee for inclusion on the tentatively
scheduled February 24, 2019, General Tribal Council meeting agenda for the General Tribal
Council’s consideration of adoption.
On January 18, 2019, the Oneida Business Committee approved the adoption packet for the Law
for consideration at the February 24, 2019, special GTC meeting.
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On January 29, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee conducted an e-poll entitled, Approval
of the Sanctions and Penalties Law Kalihwisaks Article. The requested action of this e-poll was to
approve the article titled, “Sanctions and Penalties Law: GTC to Consider in February” and
forward the article to the Kalihwisaks for inclusion in the February 7, 2019, Kalihwisaks edition.
The e-poll was approved by David P. Jordan, Jennifer Webster, Daniel Guzman King and Kirby
Metoxen. Ernest Stevens III did not provide a response to the e-poll.
On February 6, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee entered the results of the January 29,
2019, e-poll into the record.
On March 17, 2019, the proposed Law was presented to the General Tribal Council, and the General
Tribal Council decided to defer this Law for consideration for at least sixty (60) days for GTC to
have additional time to consider it and have input.
On June 19, 19, the Legislative Operating Committee approved the community outreach notice for
this Law with one noted change, and forwarded to the Kalihwisaks for publication in the July 3,
2019 Kalihwisaks edition.
On September 4, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee approved the community outreach
notice and article for this Law, and forwarded to the Kalihwisaks for publication in the September
19, 2019, edition.
On November 15, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee conducted an e-poll entitled,
Approval of the Sanctions and Penalties Law Materials for the January 20, 2020, GTC Meeting.
The requested action of this e-poll was to approve the Sanctions and Penalties law materials and
forward to the Oneida Business Committee for inclusion in the January 20, 2020, General Tribal
Council meeting packet materials. The e-poll was approved by David P. Jordan, Jennifer Webster,
Ernest Stevens III, and Daniel Guzman King. Kirby Metoxen did not provide a response to the epoll during the e-poll time frame.
On November 20, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee entered the November 15, 2019,
Sanction and Penalties Law material for the January 20, 2020, GTC Meeting E-Poll results into
record.
On November 26, 2019, the Oneida Business Committee deferred the Sanctions and Penalties law
materials back to the Legislative Operating Committee for consideration of today's discussion and
reformatting of the request to General Tribal Council.
On December 4, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee approved the January 20, 2020
General Tribal Council Meeting materials with one change and forwarded to the Oneida Business
Committee.
On December 4, 2019, the Legislative Operating Committee conducted an e-poll entitled,
Rescission of the December 4, 2019, LOC Motion Regarding the Sanctions and Penalties Law. The
requested action of this e-poll was to Rescind the December 4, 2019, Legislative Operating
Committee motion to “Approve the January 20, 2020, General Tribal Council meeting materials
and forward to the Oneida Business Committee.” The e-poll was approved by Ernest Stevens III,
Kirby Metoxen, Jennifer Webster, David P. Jordan. Daniel Guzman King did not provide a
response to the e-poll during the
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