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Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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 BC Support Office, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center and
present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to change.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
OPENING
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
IV.
MINUTES
A.
V.
Approve the July 14, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation will be Selling
Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
B.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Bingo & Casino Will Be Selling Alcohol
Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
C.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Casino – West Mason Casino Will Be Selling
Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
D.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Golf Enterprises for Thornberry Creek at
Oneida, will be Selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol
Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
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E.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Nation Four Paths will be Selling Alcohol
Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
F.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Retail Enterprise, Oneida Casino Travel Center
Will Be selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
G.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Retail Enterprise Oneida One Stop – E & EE will be
Selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
H.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Retail Enterprise Oneida One Stop – Larsen Will Be
Selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
I.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Retail Enterprise, Oneida One Stop –
Packerland will be Selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida
Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
J.
Adopt resolution entitled The Oneida Retail Enterprise Oneida One Stop – Westwind
Will be Selling Alcohol Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage
Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
K.
Adopt resolution entitled The Three Clans Airport, LLC will be Selling Alcohol
Beverages in Accordance with the Oneida Alcohol Beverage Licensing Law
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
L.
Adopt resolution entitled Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to
Exclude Resolutions Obligating ARPA FRF LR Funds for Projects Approved
Through the FRF Office
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
M.
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida
General Welfare Law
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
N.
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of
Emergency Until September 26, 2021
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
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STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE
1.
B.
C.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the July 6, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
2.
Accept the July 19, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
D.
VII.
QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the May 20, 2021, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman
2.
Accept the June 17, 2021, regular Quality of Life Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman
ARPA FRF Updates and Requests/Proposals (none)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A.
IX.
Accept the July 7, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
STANDING ITEMS
A.
VIII.
Accept the June 3, 2021, regular Community Development Planning
Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
Accept the demolitions report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Enter e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian Gaming Tradeshow &
Convention in Las Vegas, NV - July 19-22, 2021
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) tribal contribution funded Mail
Clerk
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
B.
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) third-party revenue funded
Administrative Assistant
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
C.
Approve the Tribal Action Plan request to post one (1) grant funded Administrative
Assistant
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
D.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved expansion of the
scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11-24-20-F
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
E.
Review the proposed Donation of Hours for Medical Emergency SOP and determine
next steps
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
XII.
Approve notice and materials for the September 16, 2021, tentatively scheduled
special GTC meeting
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the June 2021 Treasurer's report (11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
2.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
July 2021 report
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
3.
Accept the Chief Counsel report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
4.
Accept the General Manager report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
5.
Accept the Joint Marketing FY-2021 2nd quarter report (1:30 p.m.)
Sponsor: James Petitjean, Interim Retail General Manager
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B.
C.
XIII.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the June 17, 2021, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
2.
Accept the Controlled Keys compliance audit report and lift the confidentiality
requirement
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Move the Gaming General Manager's updates regarding the implementation
of Sports Wagering to another forum
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
2.
Approve the amendment to the family court judge contract - Family Court - file
# 2018-0256
Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative
3.
Complaint # 2021-GMDR05-01 - Review the sub-team's recommendation and
determine next steps
Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative
4.
Complaint # 2021-DR09-01 - Discuss follow-ups and determine next steps
Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative
5.
Complaint # 2021-DR16-01 - Review the sub-team's recommendation and
determine next steps
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
6.
Complaint # 2021-DR16-02 - Review the sub-team's recommendation and
determine next steps
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 Business Committee Support Office at (920) 869-4364
or (800) 236-2214
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
LLIGGINS
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Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, July 14, 2021
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Secretary
Lisa Liggins, Council members: Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers,
Jennifer Webster;
Not Present: n/a
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Larry Barton, Mark W. Powless, Ralinda Ninham-Lamberies, Carrie
Lindsey, Debra Miller, Louise Cornelius, Fawne Rasmussen, Brooke Doxtator (via Microsoft Teams1),
Jessica Vandekamp (via Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via
Microsoft Teams), Amy Spears (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie
Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Paula King-Dessart (via Microsoft
Teams), Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), William Gollnick (via Microsoft Teams), Wendy
Alvarez (via Microsoft Teams), Jessalyn Harvath (via Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft
Teams), Geraldine Danforth (via Microsoft Teams);
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:34 a.m.
For the record: Treasurer Tina Danforth is telecommuting. Secretary Lisa Liggins will be excused for
a personal appointment. Councilman Kirby Metoxen will be excused at 3:00 a.m. for a family
commitment.
II.
OPENING (00:00:01)
Opening provided by Councilman Kirby Metoxen.
A.
Special recognition for years of service (00:00:17)
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
Special recognition for years of service by Chairman Tehassi Hill of the following individuals: 40 years
of service - Kathleen V. Danforth, Cecelia M. Cornelius; 35 years of service - Albert R. King, Wendy T.
Bloedorn, Kendall J. Barton; 30 years of service - Robert M. Ninham, Cynthia M. Niesen, David W.
Danforth, Sr.; 25 years of service - Michael L. Otradovec, Jill E. Friberg, Jeanette L. Ninham, Allan S.
Lucas, Paul T. Peltier, Christian D. Jordan, Todd J. Mendolla;
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
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III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:04:04)
Motion by David P. Jordan to adopt the agenda with two (2) changes [1) under the Reports section,
delete item entitled "Approve the travel request – Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens – Reservation
Economic Summit – Lawrence, KS – July 27-30, 2021"; and 2) before the General Tribal Council
section, add "Reports/Other" section and add item entitled "Accept the Joint Marketing FY-2021 2nd
quarter report"], seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried2:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE (00:05:33); (02:05:01)
When this item was initially addressed, Mr. Gollnick was not present; the discussion indicated his oath
would be rescheduled.
Item V.A. was addressed next.
Oath of office administered by Chairman Tehassi Hill. William Gollnick was present via Microsoft
Teams.
Item XI.B. was addressed next.
A.
V.
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee - William Gollnick
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
MINUTES
A.
Approve the June 9, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes (00:06:21)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the June 9, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
B.
Approve the June 23, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:07:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve the June 23, 2021, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
with two (2) changes [1) on page 1, under the Call to Order section, add the reason for
Councilwoman's early departure; and 2) on page 4, add the reason for Councilwoman Jennifer
Webster's early departure], seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
David P. Jordan
2 The Joint Marketing FY-2021 2nd quarter report referenced in this motion should have been added under the
Executive Session/Reports section; it has been placed in the proper place in these minutes and for the record.
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C.
Approve the June 30, 2021, emergency Business Committee meeting minutes
(00:08:49
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the June 30, 2021, emergency Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Kirby Metoxen
VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Enter e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution # 06-2521-A The Oneida Meat Processing Plant Feasibility Study (00:09:34)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution #
06-25-21-A The Oneida Meat Processing Plant Feasibility Study, seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Tina Danforth
VII.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Post two (2) vacancies - Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee (00:10:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to post up to three (3) vacancies for the Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee,
seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Tina Danforth
VIII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the June 2, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (00:11:29)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Marie Summers to accept the June 2, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
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IX.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the National Indian Gaming Tradeshow &
Convention in Las Vegas, NV - July 18-22, 2021 (00:12:05)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by David P. Jordan to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel
request for Chairman Tehassi Hill to attend the National Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in
Las Vegas, NV - July 18-22, 2021, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
For the record: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster stated I just think that if we're out traveling putting
ourselves in a plane with 200 people, putting ourselves in a conference with 1000 people, then we
should, as tribal leaders, be held to a higher standard and also be able to come to work more. I just
think that as tribal leaders we're held to a higher standard and we need to find a balance. Thank you.
B.
Enter e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for one
(1) essential worker and her three (3) guests, to be authorized and paid for from
the Chairman’s travel budget (00:13:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel
request for one (1) essential worker and her three (3) guests, to be authorized and paid for from the
Chairman’s travel budget, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
For the record: Councilman Kirby Metoxen stated it was one of our front-line employees through Retail
that went to represent at the White House and got bring three family members. Awesome, incredible,
they had to have been excited.
X.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Enter e-poll results into the record regarding the approval of Chairman Tehassi
Hill to sign the certification and submit the IRS 941 forms to verify 2019
employment data (00:15:21)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approval of Chairman
Tehassi Hill to sign the certification and submit the IRS 941 forms to verify 2019 employment data,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
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B.
Accept the Chief Financial Officer status report of the FRF Office and lost revenue
formula (00:16:00)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Chief Financial Officer status report of the FRF Office and lost
revenue formula, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to move the revenue related information submitted in the handout to executive
session, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to create a standing item on the Business Committee meeting agenda for future
updates regarding the FRF Office and any FRF requests/proposals, seconded by David P. Jordan.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
C.
Review request for exception to the Boards Committees and Commissions Law
and resolution # BC-08-12-20-C, Amended Boards Committees and Commissions
Law Stipends (00:22:16)
Sponsor: Debra J. Danforth, Chair/Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee
Motion by Lisa Liggins to deny the request for an exception and forward the request back to the
Oneida Trust Enrollment Committee, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
D.
Approve the Family Fitness request to post one (1) grant funded position for one
(1) Fitness Specialist-Wellness Trainer (00:28:25)
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Family Fitness request to post one (1) grant funded position
for one (1) Fitness Specialist-Wellness Trainer, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
E.
Approve the WI Department of Transportation and Oneida Nation memorandum of
agreement for the WisDOT Tribal Historic Preservation Project - file # 2021-0443
(00:31:31)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the WI Department of Transportation and Oneida Nation
memorandum of agreement for the WisDOT Tribal Historic Preservation Project - file # 2021-0443,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
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F.
Support the WisDOT Wisconsin Information System for Local Roads (WISLR)
program letter (00:32:45)
Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to support the letter dated July 7, 2021, to the State Tribal Affairs Program
Manager regarding the WisDOT Wisconsin Information System for Local Roads program submitted by
Councilwoman Marie Summers, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
G.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Mercer (US) Inc agreement – file
# 2021-0383 (00:34:27)
Sponsor: Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resources
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for the Mercer (US) Inc
agreement - file # 2021-0383, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
H.
Approve Carrie Lindsey to participate on the National Native Elder Justice
Advisory Committee (00:35:34)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Carrie Lindsey to participate on the National Native Elder
Justice Advisory Committee, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
I.
Approve Debra Miller to participate as a member to the Wisconsin Dementia
Resource Network (WDRN) Advisory Board (00:38:08)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve Debra Miller to participate as a member to the Wisconsin
Dementia Resource Network (WDRN) Advisory Board, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Item XII.A.3. was addressed next.
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XI.
GENERAL TRIBAL COUNCIL
A.
Discuss General Tribal Council meeting safety protocols (00:42:08)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Treasurer Tina Danforth left at 10:09 a.m.
Treasurer Tina Danforth returned at 10:15 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding General Tribal Council meeting safety
protocols as information, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 10:35 a.m.
Item IV.A. was re-addressed next.
B.
Approve notice and materials for August 26, 2021, tentatively scheduled special
GTC meeting (02:07:54)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Councilman Kirby Metoxen returned at 10:39 a.m.
Chairman Tehassi Hill left at 10:40 a.m.; Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens assumed the responsibilities
of the Chair.
Chairman Tehassi Hill returned at 10:43 a.m. and assumed the responsibilities of the Chair.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the notice and materials for August 26, 2021, tentatively scheduled
special GTC meeting noting that changes may be made for page limit and that additional information
regarding exiting procedures, safety protocols, and capacity will be added, seconded by David P.
Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Opposed:
Daniel Guzman King
For the record: Councilman Daniel Guzman King stated I support the public health officer
recommendation to not hold a GTC meeting and I do not support the stipends and do not support the
dissolution of the [Oneida] Land Claims Commission. Thank you.
For the record: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster stated I do not support the dissolution of [the Oneida]
Land Claims [Commission].
Motion by Lisa Liggins to repeal BC resolution # 04-08-20-F, accept the Chief Financial Officer input
provided in accordance with section 121.8-3.(a), approve payment of GTC meeting stipends for the
two (2) GTC meetings tentatively scheduled in FY-21 in accordance with the GTC Meeting Stipend
Payment Policy, and direct the noted changes be made into the meeting materials, seconded by David
P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers
Opposed:
Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
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C.
Accept the fiscal impact statement for the Mike Debraska Petition regarding
Increase GTC meeting stipends (02:17:39)
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the fiscal impact statement for the Mike Debraska Petition regarding
Increase GTC meeting stipends, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Abstained:
Daniel Guzman King
D.
Accept the legal review or status update for the Lori Elm Petition regarding Real
Property Law Eviction and Termination (02:18:18)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the legal review for the Lori Elm Petition regarding Real Property Law
Eviction and Termination, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
E.
Accept the fiscal impact statement for the Lori Elm Petition regarding Real
Property Law Eviction and Termination (02:19:15)
Sponsor: Larry Barton, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the fiscal impact statement for the Lori Elm Petition regarding Real
Property Law Eviction and Termination, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
F.
Determine next steps regarding outstanding petitions (02:19:49)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to place the Mike Debraska Petition regarding Increase GTC meeting stipend
and the Lori Elm Petition regarding Real Property Law Eviction and Termination on the tentatively
scheduled September 16, 2021, special GTC meeting agenda, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
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EXECUTIVE SESSION (02:21:32)
Motion by David P. Jordan to go into executive session at 10:55 a.m., seconded by Marie Summers.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 1:34 p.m.
Councilman Kirby Metoxen left at 3:00 p.m.
Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 3:12 p.m.
Motion by David P. Jordan to come out of executive session at 4:28 p.m., seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
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REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (02:23:40)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Marie Summers.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the first amendment to the contract with Kristen Hooker,
Legislative Reference Office - contract # 2018-0869, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
2.
Accept the General Manager report (02:24:30)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept the General Manager report, seconded by David P. Jordan.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
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Accept the Joint Marketing FY-2021 2nd quarter report (00:39:36)
Sponsor: James Petitjean, Interim Retail General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the Joint Marketing FY-2021 2nd quarter report to the July 28, 2021,
regular Business Committee meeting agenda and request that a representative be present, seconded
by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins,
Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Item XI.A. was addressed next.
B.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the May 20, 2021, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes (02:24:56)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by Marie Summers to accept the May 20, 2021, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
2.
Accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Patient Account
Receivables operational audit and lift the confidentiality requirement (02:25:30)
Sponsor: David P. Jordan, Councilman
Motion by David P. Jordan to accept the Anna John Resident Centered Care Community Patient
Account Receivables operational audit and lift the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Brandon
Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
C.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve the Greater Green Bay Convention & Visitor's Bureau agreement – file
# 2021-0404 (02:26:06)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve the Greater Green Bay Convention & Visitor's Bureau
agreement – file # 2021-0404, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
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Approve the U.S. Dept. of Interior-Multi Year Funding Amendment #8 agreement
– file # 2021-0463 (02:26:31)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the U.S. Dept. of Interior-Multi Year Funding Amendment #8
agreement – file # 2021-0463, seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
3.
Accept the Gaming General Manager's update regarding the implementation of
Sports Wagering (02:27:02)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager
Motion by Marie Summers to accept the Gaming General Manager's update regarding the
implementation of Sports Wagering, seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
4.
Complaint # 2021-DRGMR14-01 - Review final recommendation and determine
next steps (02:27:26)
Sponsor: Jessica Vandekamp, Employee Relations Representative
Motion by Marie Summers to approve the recommendation of the BC sub-team, closeout complaint #
2021-DRGMR14-01, and have Vice-Chairman Brandon Stevens follow-through with the employee,
seconded by David P. Jordan. Motion carried:
Ayes:
David P. Jordan, Brandon Stevens, Marie Summers
Abstained:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
5.
Complaint # 2021-BCDR16-02 - Review and determine next steps (02:28:11)
Sponsor: Marie Summers, Councilwoman
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept complaint # 2021-BCDR16-02 as having merit and assign
Chairman Tehassi Hill, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Treasurer Tina Danforth, Councilmembers David P.
Jordan, Daniel Guzman King, and Jennifer Webster to the investigation sub-team, seconded by
Brandon Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
6.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - BMO Harris Bank N.A.
agreement – file # 2021-0449 (02:28:55)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for the BMO Harris Bank
N.A. agreement – file # 2021-0449, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
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Determine next steps regarding the proposed direction of budget consolidation
(02:29:20)
Sponsor: Tina Danforth, Treasurer
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve utilization of the FY-2016, FY-2017, FY-2018 carry-over funds to
balance the [FY-2022] budget, to direct the General Manager to review the Technology Set-asides and
Building and Maintenance requests to reduce by $1 million each, to direct the Gaming General
Manager to reduce the Gaming CapEx by $1 million, to finalize the CIP list on July 15, and to schedule
a work session at 10:00 am on Friday, July 16, 2021 to finalize the budget, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion failed:
Ayes:
Tehassi Hill, David P. Jordan, Jennifer Webster
Opposed:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens, Marie
Summers
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
Motion by David P. Jordan to approve utilization of the FY-2016, FY-2017, FY-2018 carry-over funds to
balance the [FY-2022] budget, to finalize the CIP list on July 15, 2021, and to schedule a special BC
work session at 10:00 am on Friday, July 16, 2021, to finalize the budget, seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
8.
Review offer to purchase and determine next steps (02:34:24)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for contract # 2021-0494
and authorize the Chairman to sign the offer to purchase, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
XIII.
ADJOURN (02:34:56)
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to adjourn at 4:40 p.m., seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman King, David P. Jordan, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, Jennifer Webster
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen
Minutes prepared by Lisa Liggins, Secretary.
Minutes approved as presented on
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Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Adopt resolution entitled Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to Exclude Resolutions...
1. Meeting Date Requested:
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2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Resolutions
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Adopt the resolution entitled, "Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to Exclude Resolutions
Obligating ARPA FRF LR Funds for Projects Approved Through the FRF Office"
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. Statement of Effect
3.
2.
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
David P. Jordan, Councilmember
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Clorissa N. Santiago, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to Exclude Resolutions Obligating ARPA FRF LR
Funds for Projects Approved Through the FRF Office
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 resolution # BC-09-25-19-B, Updated Statement
of Effect Requirement for Resolutions; and
WHEREAS,
the purpose of a Statement of Effect for resolutions is to ensure that the Resolves set forth
in the resolution are clear and in compliance with laws, rules and directives of the Nation;
and
WHEREAS,
there are exceptions to the Statement of Effect requirement for resolutions which are
reviewed through another process – such as grant approval resolutions or contract
approval resolutions – or which are a political action – such as appointments to state or
federal committees; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-06-09-21-B, Setting Goals for
Application of Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to Direct Support to
Individuals, Families. Community and the Oneida Nation, as amended by resolution # BC06-23-21-C; and
WHEREAS,
the resolution identifies use of funds, allocations to eight categories of actions, review and
approval of the funds by the FRF Office, and how project expenses are managed and
reported in order track for acceptable use and auditing purposes; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has determined that this supplies sufficient review and
oversight that a Statement of Effect is not necessary for resolutions obligating ARPA FRF
LR investment funds to projects;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, resolution # BC-09-25-19-B, Updated Statement of Effect
Requirement for Resolutions, is amended to provide for an exemption to the requirement for a Statement
of Effect for resolutions obligating APRA FRF LR investments to projects in accordance with resolution #
BC-06-09-21-B, Setting Goals for Application of Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to
Direct Support to Individuals, Families. Community and the Oneida Nation, as amended by resolution #
BC-06-23-21-C.
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Statement of Effect
Amending Requirement for a Statement of Effect to Exclude Resolutions Obligating ARPA FRF
LR Funds for Projects Approved Through the FRF Office
Summary
The resolution amends resolution BC-09-25-19-B to exempt resolutions obligating ARPA FRF
LR investment funds to projects from the requirement to be accompanied by a statement of effect
developed by the Legislative Reference Office for adoption by the Oneida Business Committee or
the Oneida General Tribal Council.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Santiago, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: July 19, 2021
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The requirement that a resolution proposed for adoption by the Oneida Business Committee or
General Tribal Council be accompanied by a statement of effect was first adopted through
resolution BC-08-16-95-A. Resolution BC-08-16-95-A provided that resolutions for grant
applications, Indian Health Service resolutions, or resolutions for the purchase of land or
placement of land into trust status would be exempt from the requirement of a statement of effect.
The Oneida Business Committee amended resolution BC-08-16-95-A through the adoption of
resolution BC-06-01-05-C, Statement of Effect Requirement for Resolutions, to provide that the
nominations of individuals to serve on a particular entity and resolutions in support of a cause or
individual would also be exempt from the statement of effect requirement.
The Oneida Business Committee then updated the list of exemptions to the statement of effect
requirement through the adoption of resolution BC-09-25-19-B, Updated Statement of Effect
Requirement for Resolutions, which amended resolution BC-06-01-05-C to provide additional
types of resolutions that should be exempt from the requirement to be accompanied by a statement
of effect. Resolution BC-09-25-19-B provided that all resolutions proposed for adoption by the
Oneida Business Committee or the Oneida General Tribal Council shall be accompanied by a
statement of effect developed by the Legislative Reference Office, unless the resolution meets one
of the following exemptions to the requirement for a statement of effect:
Resolutions for grant applications;
Self-governance contract or compact resolutions;
Resolutions for the purchase of land or placement of land into trust status;
Nominations of individuals to serve on a particular entity;
Resolutions in support of a cause or individual;
Resolutions regarding the pardoning or forgiveness of any member of the Nation; and
Resolutions which approve a contract or agreement accompanied by a legal review.
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It again has been determined that the list of exemptions to the statement of effect requirement
should be amended. This resolution amends resolution BC-09-25-19-B to provide for an
exemption to the requirement for a statement of effect for resolutions obligating APRA FRF LR
investments to projects in accordance with resolution BC-06-09-21-B, Setting Goals for
Application of Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to Direct Support to
Individuals, Families, Community and the Oneida Nation, as amended by resolution BC-06-2321-C. Resolution BC-06-09-21-B, as amended by resolution BC-06-23-21-C, identifies use of
funds, allocations to eight categories of actions, review and approval of the funds by the FRF
Office, and how project expenses are managed and reported in order track for acceptable use and
auditing purposes. The Oneida Business Committee has determined that this supplies sufficient
review and oversight that a statement of effect is not necessary for resolutions obligating ARPA
FRF LR investment funds to projects.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare Law
1. Meeting Date Requested:
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/ 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Resolutions
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Adopt the resolution entitled, "Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare
Law"
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. Emergency Amendments Extension Memo
3. Oneida General Welfare Law
2. Statement of Effect
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
David P. Jordan, Councilmember
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Clorissa N. Santiago, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
Oneida Business Committee
David P. Jordan, LOC Chairperson
July 28, 2021
Extension of the Oneida General Welfare Law Emergency Amendments
Please find the following attached backup documentation for your consideration of the extension
of the Oneida General Welfare Law Emergency Amendments:
1. Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare Law
2. Statement of Effect: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General
Welfare Law
3. Oneida General Welfare Law
Overview
The Oneida General Welfare law (the “Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee on
an emergency basis through resolution BC-08-12-20-D for the purpose of providing assistance on
a non-taxable basis, to eligible Tribal members through approved programs that promote the
general welfare of the Nation including programs designed to enhance the promotion of health,
education, self-sufficiency, self-determination, and the maintenance of culture and tradition,
entrepreneurship, and employment.. [10 O.C. 1001.1-1, 1001.1-3, 1001.9-2]. The emergency
adoption of this Law was set to expire on February 12, 2021.
Emergency amendments to the Law were then adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through
resolution BC-02-10-21-B for the purpose of addressing how an approved program would be
adopted by the Oneida Business Committee in an effort to allow for more flexibility and efficiency
in addressing the needs of the Nation. The emergency amendment to the Law revises the definition
of approved program to allow an approved program to be adopted by the Oneida Business
Committee through resolution or law of the Nation. [10 O.C. 1001.3-1(a)]. Previously, an
approved program could only be adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through a law of the
Nation.
The Oneida Business Committee is delegated the authority to temporarily enact legislation when
legislation is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety, or general
welfare of the Reservation population, and the amendment of the legislation is required sooner
than would be possible under the Legislative Procedures Act. [1 O.C. 109.9-5].
The emergency amendment to this Law was necessary for the preservation of the general welfare
of the Reservation population. The emergency amendment to this Law assisted in more efficiently
addressing the economic needs of the Reservation population during the public health crisis that
is the COVID-19 pandemic by allowing the Nation more flexibility in establishing and operating
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approved programs that may provide assistance to Tribal members on a non-taxable basis through
the adoption of a resolution in addition to the adoption of a law.
Additionally, observance of the requirements under the Legislative Procedures Act for the
adoption of these emergency amendments was contrary to public interest since the Nation is
currently experiencing the vast effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the process and
requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act could not be completed in time to ensure that the
Law could be amended to best assist members of the Nation during this COVID-19 pandemic
through the development of approved programs which provide assistance to Tribal members.
The emergency amendments to the Law will expire on August 10, 2021. The Legislative
Procedures Act allows the Oneida Business Committee to extend emergency amendments for a
six (6) month time period. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)]. A six (6) month extension of the emergency
amendments to the Law is being requested to provide additional time for the Legislative Operating
Committee to process the adoption of permanent amendments to the Law.
The extension of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on August 10,
2021, when the emergency amendments as adopted through BC-02-10-21-B expire, and will
remain in effect for an additional six (6) month term which will end on February 10, 2022.
Requested Action
Approve the Resolution: Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare
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BC Resolution #
Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare 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 Oneida General Welfare law (“the Law”) was adopted by the Oneida Business
Committee on an emergency basis through resolution BC-08-12-20-D, and amended on
an emergency basis by resolution BC-02-10-21-B; and
WHEREAS,
the purpose of the Law is to provide assistance on a non-taxable basis, to eligible Tribal
members through approved programs that promote the general welfare of the Nation
including programs designed to enhance the promotion of health, education, selfsufficiency, self-determination, and the maintenance of culture and tradition,
entrepreneurship, and employment; and
WHEREAS,
the Legislative Procedures Act authorizes the Oneida Business Committee to enact
legislation on an emergency basis when legislation is necessary for the immediate
preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare of the Reservation population,
and the amendment of the legislation is required sooner than would be possible under the
Legislative Procedures Act; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted emergency amendments to the Law through
resolution BC-02-10-21-B for the purpose of addressing how an approved program would
be adopted by the Oneida Business Committee in an effort to allow for more flexibility and
efficiency in addressing the needs of the Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the emergency amendments to the Law revised the definition of approved program to allow
an approved program to be adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through resolution
or law of the Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee determined that the emergency adoption of these
amendments to the Law were necessary for the preservation of the general welfare of the
Reservation population to assist in more efficiently addressing the economic needs of the
Reservation population during the public health crisis that is the COVID-19 pandemic by
allowing the Nation more flexibility in establishing and operating approved programs that
may provide assistance to Tribal members on a non-taxable basis through the adoption of
a resolution in addition to the adoption of a law; and
WHEREAS,
observance of the requirements under the Legislative Procedures Act for adoption of these
emergency amendments was contrary to public interest; and
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WHEREAS,
emergency legislation is effective for a period of six (6) months, renewable for an additional
six (6) months by the Oneida Business Committee; and
WHEREAS,
the emergency amendments to the Law will expire on August 10, 2021; and
WHEREAS,
a six (6) month extension of the emergency amendments is being requested to allow for
the emergency amendments to remain in effect while the Legislative Operating Committee
develops permanent amendments to the Law; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the emergency amendments to the Oneida General Welfare
law are hereby extended for an additional six (6) month period, effective August 10, 2021, and shall expire
on February 10, 2022.
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Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
Statement of Effect
Extension of the Emergency Amendments to the Oneida General Welfare Law
Summary
This resolution extends the emergency amendments to the Oneida General Welfare law adopted
through resolution BC-02-10-21-B for an additional six (6) months in accordance with the
Legislative Procedures Act.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Santiago, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: July 20, 2021
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
This resolution extends the emergency amendments to the Oneida General Welfare law (“the
Law”) for an additional six (6) month term. The purpose of the Law is to provide assistance on a
non-taxable basis, to eligible Tribal members through approved programs that promote the general
welfare of the Nation including programs designed to enhance the promotion of health, education,
self-sufficiency, self-determination, and the maintenance of culture and tradition,
entrepreneurship, and employment. [10 O.C. 1001.1-1, 1001.1-3, 1001.9-2].
Emergency amendments to the Law were adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through
resolution BC-02-10-21-E for the purpose of addressing how an approved program would be
adopted by the Oneida Business Committee in an effort to allow for more flexibility and efficiency
in addressing the needs of the Nation. The emergency amendment to the Law revised the definition
of approved program to allow an approved program to be adopted by the Oneida Business
Committee through resolution or law of the Nation. [10 O.C. 1001.3-1(a)]. Previously, an
approved program could only be adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through a law of the
Nation.
The Legislative Procedures Act (LPA) allows the Oneida Business Committee to take emergency
action where it is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health, safety or general
welfare of the Reservation population and when enactment or amendment of legislation is required
sooner than would be possible under the LPA. [1 O.C. 109.9-5].
The Oneida Business Committee determined the emergency amendment to this Law was necessary
for the preservation of the general welfare of the Reservation population. The emergency
amendment to this Law assisted in more efficiently addressing the economic needs of the
Reservation population during the public health crisis that is the COVID-19 pandemic by allowing
the Nation more flexibility in establishing and operating approved programs that may provide
assistance to Tribal members on a non-taxable basis through the adoption of a resolution in
addition to the adoption of a law.
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Additionally, the Oneida Business Committee determined observance of the requirements under
the Legislative Procedures Act for the adoption of these emergency amendments was contrary to
public interest since the Nation is currently experiencing the vast effects of the COVID-19
pandemic, and the process and requirements of the Legislative Procedures Act could not be
completed in time to ensure that the Law could be amended to best assist members of the Nation
during this COVID-19 pandemic through the development of approved programs which provide
assistance to Tribal members.
The emergency amendments to the Law will expire on August 10, 2021. The Legislative
Procedures Act allows the Oneida Business Committee to extend emergency amendments for a
six (6) month time period. [1 O.C. 109.9-5(b)]. A six (6) month extension of the emergency
amendments to the Law is being requested to provide additional time for the Legislative Operating
Committee to process the adoption of permanent amendments to the Law.
The extension of the emergency amendments to the Law will become effective on August 10,
2021, when the emergency amendments as adopted through BC-02-10-21-B expire, and will
remain in effect for an additional six (6) month term which will end on February 10, 2022.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Consideration of the Extension of Emergency Amendments by the Oneida Business Committee
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Title 10. General Welfare Exclusion - Chapter 1001
ONEIDA GENERAL WELFARE
1001.1. Purpose and Policy
1001.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal
1001.3. Definitions
1001.4. Ratification of Prior Acts
1001.5. General Welfare Doctrine and IRS Revenue Procedure
2014-53/ Tribal General Welfare Exclusion of 2014
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1001.6. Non-Recourse Designation
1001.7. Governing Law; Sovereignty
1001.8. Federal Trust Obligations
1001.9. Approved Program Guidelines
1001.1. Purpose and Policy
1001.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this law is to provide assistance to eligible Tribal members.
The Nation affirms hereby its sovereign right to do so on a non-taxable basis, pursuant to the
principles of the General Welfare Exclusion to Indian Tribal governmental programs that provide
benefits to Tribal members.
1001.1-2. The federal government through the Tribal General Welfare Exclusion Act of 2014,
codified at 26 U.S.C §139E and the Internal Revenue Service, through its traditional application
of the general welfare doctrine and subsequent guidance, has recognized the sovereign right of
Indian tribal governments to provide financial assistance to its Tribal members under certain
circumstances on a non-taxable basis.
1001.1-3. Policy. It is the policy of the Nation to provide assistance to Tribal members through
approved programs that promote the general welfare of the Nation. This law provides a framework
for approved programs to follow to ensure compliance with the General Welfare Exclusion, 26
U.S.C. §139E, and applicable Internal Revenue Service regulations or revenue procedures
including I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35. Further, it is the intent of the Oneida Business Committee
that all assistance provided under this law:
(a) is available to any recipients who satisfy the program policies, subject to budgetary
restraints;
(b) is made under an approved program that does not discriminate in favor of members of
the Nation’s governing body;
(c) is not provided as compensation for goods and/or services; and
(d) is not lavish or extravagant under the facts and circumstances, as determined by the
Oneida Business Committee.
1001.2. Adoption, Amendment, Repeal
1001.2-1. This law was adopted by the Oneida Business Committee on an emergency basis by
resolution BC-08-12-20-D, and emergency amended by resolution BC-02-10-21-B.
1001.2-2. This law may be amended or repealed by the Oneida Business Committee or the General
Tribal Council pursuant to the procedures set out in the Legislative Procedures Act.
1001.2-3. Should a provision of this law or the application thereof to any person or circumstances
be held as invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this law which are considered
to have legal force without the invalid portions.
1001.2-4. In the event of a conflict between a provision of this law and a provision of another law,
the provisions of this law shall control.
1001.2-5. This law is adopted under authority of the Constitution of the Oneida Nation.
1001.3. Definitions
1001.3-1. This section shall govern the definitions of words and phrases used within this law. All
words not defined herein shall be used in their ordinary and everyday sense.
(a) "Approved program" means any program(s) to provide general welfare assistance that
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is intended to qualify as non-taxable as a General Welfare Exclusion, administered under
specific guidelines, and is adopted by the Oneida Business Committee through resolution
or law of the Nation.
(b) "Assistance" means benefits or payments under an approved program, which are paid
to or on behalf of a recipient pursuant to this law, provided, that such assistance shall be
owed back to the Nation from the Tribal member recipient in the event the Tribal member
misappropriates the assistance.
(c) “Benefits” means any approved program assistance, including payments, which is
provided pursuant to this law.
(d) “General Test” means the criteria used to determine if any assistance or benefits
provided through an approved program to a recipient shall be treated as a General Welfare
Exclusion. The criteria of the General Test include the following:
(1) Paid on behalf of the Nation;
(2) Pursuant to an approved program;
(3) Does not discriminate in favor of members of the governing body of the Nation;
(4) Are available to any Tribal member who meets the guidelines of the approved
program;
(5) Are for the promotion of general welfare;
(6) Are not lavish or extravagant;
(7) Are not compensation for services; and
(8) Are not per capita payments.
(e) “General Welfare Exclusion” means any benefits shall be treated as non-taxable under
federal law so long as it satisfies the requirements for exclusion under 26 U.S.C. §139E, is
provided under a Safe Harbor Program listed and detailed in I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35 or
subsequent Internal Revenue Service procedures or regulations, or it meets the General
Test.
(f) “General welfare need” means a need, in the sole discretion of the Oneida Business
Committee, which shall be met to ensure the Nation’s longevity as a self-governing Indian
nation, and includes needs in the areas of health, education, self-sufficiency, selfdetermination, the maintenance of culture and tradition, entrepreneurship, and
employment.
(g) “Lavish” or “Extravagant” shall have the meaning determined by the Oneida Business
Committee in its discretion and based on the circumstances, taking into account needs
unique to the Nation as well as the social purpose being served by the particular assistance
at hand, except as otherwise may be required for compliance with final guidance issued
under 26 U.S.C. §139E following consultation between the Nation and the federal
government.
(h) “Nation” means the Oneida Nation.
(i) “Recipient” means any Tribal member entitled to receive assistance in accordance with
approved program requirements.
(j) "Tribal member" means an individual who is an enrolled member of the Nation.
1001.4. Ratification of Prior Acts
1001.4-1. This law is not to be construed as creating new general welfare assistance rights which
are an inherent right of Nation. Rather, this law is intended to codify existing procedures used by
the Nation to administer its general welfare assistance.
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1001.4-2. Assistance provided prior to the enactment of this law is hereby ratified and confirmed
as general welfare assistance provided pursuant to the exercise by the Nation of its inherent tribal
sovereignty.
1001.5. General Welfare Doctrine and IRS Revenue Procedure 2014-53/ Tribal General
Welfare Exclusion of 2014
1001.5-1. The federal government recognizes that benefits to recipients under an approved
program for the promotion of the general welfare of the Nation is excludable from the gross income
of those recipients.
1001.5-2. The Internal Revenue Service, through I.R.S. Revenue Procedure 2014-35, listed and
detailed examples of Safe Harbor programs under which, if approved and in writing, need would
be presumed, and benefits would be excluded from gross income.
1001.5-3. Benefits authorized by this law are intended to qualify non-taxable under the principles
of the General Welfare Exclusion to the fullest extent permitted at law.
1001.5-4. Assistance authorized by this law shall be limited to funds appropriated, at the discretion
of the Oneida Business Committee and no matter the source of the funds. All amounts budgeted
by the Nation for assistance shall remain general assets of the Nation until payments are disbursed.
1001.5-5. Benefits are not subject to information reporting by the Nation to the Internal Revenue
Service.
1001.5-6. Without limitation, the following benefits shall be treated as non-taxable hereunder:
(a) Benefits that satisfy the requirements for the exemption under 26 U.S.C. §139E;
(b) Benefits that are provided under an IRS Safe Harbor Program listed and described in
I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35; or
(c) Benefits that qualify for exclusion under the I.R.S. General Criteria of General Welfare
exclusion listed in I.R.S. Rev. Proc. 2014-35, section 5.02(1).
1001.6. Non-Recourse Designation
1001.6-1. The Nation does not guarantee benefits under this law. Benefits shall not be treated as
a resource or asset of a recipient for any purpose; and no recipient shall have an interest in or right
to any funds budgeted for, or set aside for, approved programs until paid. Oneida Business
Committee reserves the right to cancel, adjust, modify or revoke any benefit. The approved
programs shall be administered at all times to avoid triggering of the doctrines of “constructive
receipt” and/or “economic benefit.”
1001.7. Governing Law; Sovereignty
1001.7-1. All the rights and liabilities associated with the enactment of this law, or the assistance
made hereunder, shall be construed and enforced according to the Nation’s laws and applicable
federal law. Nothing in this law or the related laws, policies, or procedures adopted for its
implementation, if any, shall be construed to make applicable to the Nation any laws or regulations
which are otherwise inapplicable to the Nation, or from which the Nation is entitled to exemption
because of its sovereign status.
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1001.8. Federal Trust Obligations
1001.8-1. The Nation reserves the right to provide assistance in circumstances where federal
funding is insufficient to operate federal programs designed to benefit applicants and when federal
funding is insufficient to adequately and consistently fulfill federal trust obligations. The Nation’s
adoption of its approved programs is not intended to relieve or diminish the federal government of
its funding and trust responsibilities. Nothing herein shall waive the Nation’s right to seek funding
shortfalls or to enforce the trust rights of the Nation and its citizens. The Nation shall be entitled
to government-to-government consultation and coordination with the federal government in regard
to these obligations.
1001.9. Approved Program Guidelines
1001.9-1. Nation Approved Programs. The Oneida Business Committee shall designate approved
programs for which funds shall be budgeted each fiscal year, consistent with the purposes of this
law. Each approved program shall be consistent with the principles of the General Welfare
Exclusion as to purpose, eligibility, and funding.
1001.9-2. Purpose of Approved Programs. Each approved program shall be limited to purposes
consistent with treatment under the General Welfare Exclusion. An approved program shall be
established and operated to promote the general welfare of the Nation, including programs
designed to enhance the promotion of health, education, self-sufficiency, self-determination, and
the maintenance of culture and tradition, entrepreneurship, and employment.
1001.9-3. Eligibility. Assistance intended to qualify under the General Welfare Exclusion shall
be limited to Tribal members. Each approved program shall set forth the specific eligibility rules
and limitations applied to that program. Programs comprising descriptions, including eligibility
rules and limitations, may be presented to the Oneida Business Committee for approval in
accordance with this law. Programs shall be approved by the Oneida Business Committee to be
considered in force and effect and in accordance with this law.
1001.9-4. Limited Use of Assistance Payments. All assistance shall be used for the purpose stated
in the approved program description. If assistance is used or pledged for a purpose inconsistent
with the purpose set forth in an approved program the payment shall be deemed forfeited. The
Nation may secure repayment from the recipient. The Nation may seek to garnish remuneration
from other payments made to recipient to secure repayment of assistance under this law.
1001.9-5. Anti-Alienation. A Tribal member’s benefit is not subject to anticipation, alienation,
sale, transfer, assignment, pledge, encumbrance, attachment or garnishment by creditors of the
Tribal member.
End.
Emergency Adopted - BC-08-12-20-D
Emergency Amended – BC-02-10-21-B
Emergency Extended – BC-__-__-__-__
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Adopt resolution entitled Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of Emergency Until September...
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07 28 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Other - type reason
Agenda Header:
Resolutions
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Business Committee to consider extending the Public Health State of Emergency by adopting the attached
resolution.
The attached resolution in written with the maximum allowed extension period (60 days). This date can be
changed as determined by the Business Committee.
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1.Resolution
3.Public Health Recommendation (handout)
2.Statement of Effect (handout)
4. Pro/Con info from direct reports
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Melinda J. Danforth, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs & Communication
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
6. Cover Memo:
Describe the purpose, background/history, and action requested:
On March 12, 2020 the Oneida Business Committee declared a Public Health State of Emergency due to
the need to slow the transmission and decrease the spread of COVID 19. The declaration has been
extended fifteen times and is set to expire on July 28, 2021.
The Public Health Recommendation from Emergency Management, Oneida Health Officials and the Public
Health Officer and Statement of Effect will be provided as a handout.
NOTE: The Business Committee had intended to hold a discussion on pros/cons of extending the Public
Health State of Emergency at the July 20, 2021, BC work session; the work session was canceled and the
discussion did not occur. The materials that were submitted for consideration at the work session are
included here.
Requested Action:
1. Business Committee consider extending the Public Health State of Emergency Declaration, by adopting
the attached resolution.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
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Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # ___________
Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of Emergency Until September 26, 2021
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 federal government has proclaimed a public health emergency related to the spread of
the COVID-19 virus and has identified that the spread of the virus has resulted in large
numbers of individuals becoming ill and high mortality rates, impacts to the stock markets,
and businesses; and
WHEREAS,
state governors, including the State of Wisconsin, have declared public health emergencies
and state public health officers have issued orders, for example, closing public schools,
limiting public gatherings, and closing restaurants and bars except for take-out orders; and
WHEREAS,
on March 12, 2020 the Chairman declared a Public Health State of Emergency, the Oneida
Business Committee took actions to take steps to protect the health and welfare of the
members, employees and the community, including instituting expenditure restrictions to
preserve resources for the provision of governmental services to members most at risk,
closure of the Nation’s gaming operations, and insuring that employees will continue to be
paid during the Public Health State of Emergency as long as the Nation’s resources will
allow; and
WHEREAS,
the Public Health State of Emergency was extended by resolutions # BC-03-26-20-A, #
BC-05-06-20-A, # BC-06-10-20-A, # BC-07-08-20-A, # BC-08-06-20-A, # BC-09-09-20-A,
# BC-10-08-20-A, # BC-11-10-20-A, # BC-12-09-20-D, # BC-1-07-21-A, # BC-2-10-21-A,
# BC-3-10-21-D, # BC 05-12-21-A, and # 06-23-21-B; and
WHEREAS,
the status of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change daily with identification of
hotspots occurring within certain industries and areas which are more clearly identified in
the Public Health Officer Report which supports this resolution; and
WHEREAS,
a positive test does not identify the total number of individuals who have the virus, including
those who are not showing symptoms or who have isolated themselves at home because
not every person is tested; and
WHEREAS,
the COVID-19 Core Decision Making Team issued several declarations intended to protect
the public health within the Oneida Reservation and updated those declarations from time
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BC Resolution _______
Extension of Declaration of Public Health State of Emergency Until September 26, 2021
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to time as the U.S. Center of Disease Control, the Medical community and the Scientific
community were able to update and identify the impacts and transmission of the COVID19 virus; and
WHEREAS,
the Emergency Management Director and the Public Health Officer have advised extension
of the Public Health State of Emergency declaration supported by information from the
Centers for Disease Control and the level of spread of COVID-19 throughout the State of
Wisconsin, surrounding states, and the United States; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has determined that continuing the Public Health State of
Emergency continues to be necessary and that its declaration should be longer given the
ongoing pandemic impact and the inability to identify mechanisms to control for infection
or protect the public;
Extension of Public Health State of Emergency Declaration
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with section 302.8-2 of the Emergency
Management Law, the Oneida Business Committee extends the Public Health State of Emergency
declaration ending at 11:59 p.m. on September 26, 2021.
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Jo Anne House, PhD | Chief Counsel
James R. Bittorf | Deputy Chief Counsel
Kelly M. McAndrews | Senior Staff Attorney
Law Office
Carl J. Artman
Krystal L. John
Peggy A. Schneider
Lydia M. Witte
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
DATE:
July 12, 2021
SUBJECT: Public Health State of Emergency – Office Impacts
You have requested a report regarding the following information.
Motion…to send the discussion regarding the Public Health State of Emergency, the associated
declarations, the program impacts, and the need for concrete, measurable criteria for determining if another
extension is needed to the July 20, 2021, BC work session; to direct all BC direct reports to submit reports
which include impacts, pros and cons; to direct the General Manager to provide a report regarding
programming impacts and a recommendation regarding programming; to direct the Community/Public
Health Officer to provide information regarding what the concrete, measurable criteria will be moving
forward for determining if another extension is needed; and that all the reports/requests be submitted to the
BC work session e-mail by close of business on July 14, 2021.
Since adoption of the public health state of emergency, the Oneida Law Office took two major
actions – layoffs and telecommuting. There were two employees laid off – paralegal and attorney
– the attorney has been returned to work; the paralegal position has remained vacant. We
currently do not have the second paralegal position budgeted as we are watching to see what
impact the vacancy has on the workload. As part of that, we have transitioned some of the more
administrative duties to the office manager, my Executive Assistant.
All attorneys, except myself, remain telecommuting. The paralegal has returned to the office full
time, the attorneys are physically in the office at least once a week. Because some staff have
health-risk family in the house, they remain fully telecommuting. The CARES funding allowed
all staff to be allocated an updated laptop and monitor for the home. This has allowed them to
continue working at the same high output level prior to the pandemic.
Microsoft Teams has allowed us to meet at a regular office staff meeting, and as needed to work
on projects. We have been lucky with most of the staff having some longer-term employment
relationship within the office that has allowed us to continue our collaborative/teamwork style
with little interruption. There have been minor issues with technology, especially in the
beginning, which has been smoothed out. Telecommuting is working well for the attorneys. The
paralegal has returned to the office full time because of bandwidth issues and her use of
TimeMatters (our time and records management software).
N7210 Seminary Road ● P.O. Box 109 ● Oneida, WI 54155 ● 920.869.4327
oneida-nsn.gov
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I will be continuing the hybrid work environment for staff as requested and approved by their
supervisor. This is a work/life balance that I have utilized when negotiating salaries. Since the
work output has continued at the same level, I do not see a need to remove this as a work option.
Although, there may be a greater shift to in-office rather than telecommuting.
If you have further questions, please contact me.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Attachments:
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Lisa L. Duff
BC_Work_Session
Louise C. Cornelius
RE: Please send a reminder -- items to be submitted for the next BC work session
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 2:54:56 PM
RE Gaming Telecommuting updateinput.msg
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Hello,
Attached in Gaming’s reply regarding telecommuting.
The Oneida Casino has worked closing with the Oneida Health Officials with regard to gaming
operations re-opening safely. We have plexi-glass dividers on the gaming floors and in the bingo
hall. Masking is highly recommended for all, social distancing reminders are on the casino floors,
and hand sanitizing stations are available for customers and employees. Our casinos are closed
daily from 4-8 am for deep cleaning. COVID-19 vaccinations communications and incentive
information have been shared via Gaming Communications.
Please let us know if you require anything further. Thank you.
Lisa L Duff
Executive Assistant to the Gaming General Manager
O: 920.429.3044 • E: lduff@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155 • OneidaCasino.net
Official Casino of the Green Bay Packers
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Memorandum
signed by
To:
Melinda Danforth, IGAC Director
Candice E. Digitally
Candice E. Skenandore
From: Candice Skenandore, Self-Governance Coordinator Skenandore Date: 2021.07.14
13:29:45 -05'00'
Date: July 14, 2021
Re:
Impacts to Self-Governance Programs Should Declaration of Public Health State of
Emergency not be Extended
On June 23, 2021, the Oneida Business Committee (OBC) made a motion that directed all OBC
direct reports to submit reports to the July 20, 2021 OBC work session regarding impacts and the
pros and cons of not extending the Declaration of the Public Health State of Emergency. Below
are the potential impacts to the Nation’s Self-Governance programs.
Background
On April 22, 2020, May, 20, 2020, August 25, 2020, and April 30, 2021 the Nation received
CARES Act funding from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) through its Self-Governance
Compact and Funding Agreement. The Nation received $2,497,495 in Aid to Tribal Government,
$185,458 in General Welfare Assistance, and $4,100 in Law Enforcement for a total amount of
$2,687,053.
On July 1, 2020, the Nation received final Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)s regarding the Aid
to Tribal Government and Welfare Assistance funds. After reviewing the FAQs, the Authority to
Obligate regarding the funding, and the memorandum from the Assistance Secretary of Indian
Affairs, Self-Governance, Economic Support, and the Law Office developed the BIA COVID
General Assistance Program and a COVID Quarantine Assistance Program.
COVID Welfare Assistance Program
In December 2020, the Nation rolled out the BIA COVID General Assistance Program (Program)
which is operated by the Economic Support staff. The purpose of this Program is to prevent,
prepare for, and respond to COVID related to welfare assistance and social service programs
(including assistance to individuals). These funds are used to support individuals/households
impacted by job loss or reduced salary due to employer COVID decisions to furlough, reduce
hours, or end employment and the applicant does not qualify for unemployment or other
emergency assistance resources.
Since mid-December, this Program has assisted ten (10) different applicants that have received
funding. Due to the strict income guidelines, other forms of assistance, and extra Federal
Unemployment Assistance, many applicants do not qualify for this Program. When the Federal
Unemployment Assistance ends, it is expected that more applicants will be eligible. In the seven
(7) months that this Program has been active, $19,416.30 has been expended directly to applicants.
Those allocations are in addition to the regular Oneida General Welfare Assistance (BIA Relief
for Needy Native Americans) Program.
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Below is the breakdown by month:
MONTH
December 2020
January 2021
February 2021
March 2021
April 2021
May 2021
June 2021
TOTAL THROUGH JUNE 2021
# of APPLICANTS
7
0
4
4
0
3
2
10
TOTAL FUNDING
$5,127.30
$0.00
$4,212.00
$4,212.00
$0.00
$4,459.00
$2,506.00
$19,416.30
For FY2021, the regular Oneida General Welfare Assistance Program has expended $51,072.93
for grants-in-aid (non-COVID related applicants). Only $14,064.00 of those benefits were covered
by BIA Self-Governance funds.
Below are the annual costs of the regular Oneida General Welfare Assistance Program:
Fiscal Year
2021 YTD
2020
2019
2018
2017
Total Expended
$51,072.93
$35,670.00
$19,660.00
$24,900.00
$15,578.56
BIA Self-Governance Allocation
$14,064.00
$19,180.00
$14,422.00
$14,383.08
$11,566.92
In accordance with Authority to Obligate, the Term of Eligibility for relief funds are available:
a. No more than six (6) months from the date of the ASIA approved waiver memorandum;
b. Through the end of COVID emergency; or
c. Through the date applicant is returned to work status and receives first paycheck; or
d. Until the funds distributed to the servicing Tribe are exhausted.
On December 23, 2020, Self-Governance presented the BIA COVID General Assistance Program
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to the OBC. Because the BIA did not identify when the end
of COVID emergency is, when drafting the SOP, we stated that OBC would determine the end of
the COVID emergency. The SOP provides that Program funds are only available through the end
of COVID emergency as determined by the Nation’s Oneida Business Committee [See BIA
COVID General Assistance SOP, 6.4.2].
If the OBC decides to end the Declaration, this program will go away. Eliminating the BIA
COVID General Assistance Program could impact the Oneida General Welfare Assistance
Program in that those participants may seek assistance from Welfare Assistance. There is limited
funding available in the Welfare Assistance Program and tribal contribution is used to make up for
the shortfall. It should also be noted that the COVID unemployment benefits expire in September
and if they are not renewed, more participants may be seeking assistance. This could result in the
need for additional tribal contribution, ending assistance, or a combination of both.
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COVID Quarantine Assistance Program
This program began in February 2021 and was developed after learning of a need Economic
Support saw with applicants that were being temporarily impacted by COVID but did not qualify
for assistance. The purpose of this Program is to assist Tribal members with essential costs for
unpaid time due to an unexpected leave from employment due to COVID illness, required
quarantining, or temporary closure of their workplace due to COVID. The intent of these payments
is to prevent homelessness, utility disconnections and/or loss of resources to maintain employment.
The funds are authorized for use to support individuals/households impacted by employment
interruption due to mandated quarantining or positive COVID test result or temporary closure of
their place of employment due to COVID when the applicant exhausts or is not offered paid time
off from their employer. The delivery of the Program is only to assist applicants who have been
actively employed within the last thirty (30) days.
Since the Program’s inception, the Nation assisted eight (8) different individuals/households for a
total amount of $5,334.75.
MONTH
February
March
April
May
June
July
TOTAL THROUGH JULY 13
# of APPLICANTS
1
1
3
2
1
1
9 applicants/8 different
FUNDING AMOUNT
$590.47
$611.28
$1,633.00
$1,400.00
$700
$700
$5,334.75
The Program SOP includes the same language regarding the availability of funding as the BIA
COVID General Assistance Program, stating that the OBC will determine the end of the COVID
emergency. This program was developed by Economic Support, Self-Governance, and the Law
Office to address the needs of some clients that are temporarily impacted by COVID. This
program is unique to the Nation and is not operated pursuant to federal laws or regulations. The
funding to operate this program comes from the CARES Act Aid to Tribal Government and must
be used to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID. If the OBC decides not to renew the
Declaration, the Program SOP could be amended to allow this program to continue or the Program
could cease to exist. The funds used to operate this Program can be reallocated to other COVID
related activities such as broadband expansion, personal protective equipment, food distribution,
housing, etc.
Other Impacts
When requests are made to use BIA CARES Act funds, Self-Governance provides written
responses on the allowable use of these funds. When justifying the expenses, Self-Governance
typically refers to the Declaration. This is to ensure the Nation is protected during any potential
audit(s). If the Declaration is not extended, it may make it more difficult to justify the use of these
funds.
N 7210 Seminary Road • PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155 • 920-8692214
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Discussion on The Extension of Declaration of Public Health State Of Emergency
June 28, 2021
AGENDA:
1. Review of SOPs impacted if the Public Health State of Emergency ends.
2. Discuss impacts (pros and cons) of the continuation/termination of the Public Health State of
Emergency.
TO DO’S:
1. Geraldine – email Peggy and ask if:
a. COVID‐19 Paid Time Off SOP is contingent upon BC Resolution 11‐24‐20‐F and if that
resolute still stands if the Public Health State of Emergency goes away?
b. COVID‐19 Face Coverings SOP is contingent upon BC Resolution 6‐9‐21‐C and if that
resolution is null after the expiration of the Public Health State of Emergency?
2. ALL – Send Geraldine an email if you have more ideas on pros/cons, etc.
NOTES:
Topic #1: Review Tribe‐Wide SOPs Impacted by expiration of Public Health State of Emergency:
COVID‐19 Telecommuting SOP (replace by Telecommuting SOP)
o No longer in effect
Telecommuting SOP
o Stays in place. Not tied to the pandemic, was written with the intention for giving
parameters for telecommuting for any reason.
COVID‐19 Emergency Time Off (Expired)
o Expired April 10, 2020.
COVID‐19 Tier V Emergency Layoff (Expired)
o Expired at the conclusion of the layoff period.
COVID‐19 Temperature Check and Screening SOP
o Gaming specific, not Tribe‐wide.
COVID‐19 Workplace Health Pre‐screening
o Terminates upon expiration of the Public Health State of Emergency
COVID‐19 Face Coverings
o Terminates upon expiration of the Public Health State of Emergency ONLY IF BC
Resolution 6‐9‐21‐C (Face Masks Updated‐‐COVID‐19 Pandemic) becomes null.
COVID‐19 Pandemic Pay
o Concluded after the disbursement of payments (end of 2020).
COVID‐19 Paid Time Off
o Stays pending legal review.
Automatic extension of the grievance timelines goes away (in original notice).
o Ends at the conclusion of the Public Health State of Emergency (communicated to the
organization by Memo from HRD).
Topic #2: Impacts (Pros/Cons) of ending/extending the Public Health State of Emergency
We're operating with less staff but the same amount of work while still being closed.
If the doors reopen, we will be doing more work without an increase of staff.
Potential increase in for risk of exposure to customer‐facing positions.
This also leads to an increase of stress and anxiety in the workplace and for specific people.
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Teams meetings will likely continue to occur regardless of continuation/expiration of state of
emergency.
More meetings are held in the virtual environment (getting together is easier).
Potential for more people applying for jobs as the doors open (already at record highs).
Funding:
o HR doesn't specifically receive funding from COVID stimulus legislation, but our
customers do and it may have an impact on the work they do, which ultimately impacts
the work we do.
Transition period from state of emergency to no state of emergency.... how do we do this safely
or ensure that everything is addressed rather than simply eliminate the state of emergency and
everything that goes with it.
Will HRD be able to implement certain standards from a safety perspective to ensure that the
workplace continues to be a safe place?
Lack of public health emergency may lead to an uptick of customers, but it may also drive others
away for concern that safety measures aren't being taken.
Most of the other business are essentially back to normal. If we are not back to normal will that
limit who walks in our doors?
How/can we continue to respect employees/customers wishes who want to continue wearing a
mask.
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Oneida Nation
Office of Emergency Management
2783 Freedom Road, Oneida WI 54155
o-920-869-6650, c-920-366-0411
kgresham@oneidanation.org
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FM:
Emergency Management
REF:
Impact Report for Declaration of Public Health State of Emergency expiration
Date:
July 12, 2021
General Overview:
The Emergency Management Department works to ensure the Oneida Nation is in a
constant state of readiness using efforts focusing on preparedness, mitigation, response and
recovery. Coordinating and cooperating with numerous divisions and departments within the
Tribal organization as well as differing jurisdictional response agencies/entities EM focuses on
providing a coordinated timely response to emergencies and/or disasters that threaten the life
safety of community members, the environment and/or assets of the Oneida Nation. Through a
shared vision of coordination and cooperation emergency/disaster plans have been developed
using shared principles of response initiatives; EM is the go-between for response
agencies/entities of the Oneida Nation and the surrounding jurisdictions when an
emergency/disaster occurs, that affects the Oneida Nation or the Oneida Community.
Executive Summary:
The purpose of this report is to provide impact updates from the Emergency
Management Department should the Nation choose to end the Declared Public Health State of
Emergency on July 28, 2021.
It is the opinion of the Emergency Management Department that the Public Health State
of Emergency should continue for a long as employees and Community members of the Oneida
Nation are still being impacted by the effects of the COVID 19 Virus. The Nation’s Declaration of
a Public Health State of Emergency provides the Nation the ability to obtain Resources, both
physical and financial, from sources that are not customarily available to the Nation when the
Declaration is not in place.
The Nation’s Public Health State of Emergency does not prevent the Nation from going
back to 100% occupancy in the Nation’s workplace, it does not prevent the Nation from holding
in-person meetings, it does not prevent the Nation from having GTC meetings or having a Powwow. What the Declaration does do, is give the Nation the authority to make decisions through
policies and developed procedures on how to conduct these types of events. Having the
Declaration in place gives the Nation the broad authority to determine how to bring people back
to work, how to re-open our buildings, enlist parameters we want to set for conducting day to
day business, all while keeping the safety of our employees and Community members at the
forefront of those decisions.
The Declaration made by the Nation provides that Nation the broad authority to
implement policies and develop procedures to assist in responding to the effects of the COVID
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19 Virus. The Nation will continue to have the opportunity to request resources from both the
State and Federal Governments should we need them while under the Declared Emergency. It
is the opinion of the Emergency Management Department that since there are still so many
unanswered questions about the true and prolonged effects of the COVID 19 Virus, and now the
variant strains of the virus, it is imperative for the Nation to extend the Public Health State of
Emergency Declaration for the full length of its ability.
The Emergency Management Department is not directly involved with all areas of the
Nation that have been able to access funding streams as a result of the Declaration. Therefore,
the EM Department cannot speak to the full financial impacts, nor any potential unintended
ripple effects that could occur within the Oneida Nation Organization with the ending of the
Nation’s Declaration.
It is Emergency Management’s suggestion that the Public Health State of Emergency
Declaration be continue indefinitely. Emergency Management sees several cons in letting the
Public Health State of Emergency expire, mainly that we will lose the broad authority to make
decisions on how to respond within our Community and for our employees while we are still
experiencing a worldwide Pandemic. Should the Declaration be allowed to expire and the
variant strain of COVID 19 impact the Oneida Nation Community and employees, to the level
that the COVID 19 Virus did, it could be more difficult to access the resources that will be
needed quickly and another Declaration will need to be made.
Should the Public Health State of Emergency Declaration be allowed to expire, plans will
need to be made and adopted that state how we role back building occupancy, implement
policies and safety protocols for working/building conditions, and what standards are going to be
used to determine building use and access should any future outbreaks occur. Allowing the
Public Health State of Emergency Declaration to expire means that all the plans and orders that
have been developed and adopted based on the Declaration of Emergency are no longer in
effect.
Emergency Management suggests that continuing to review CDC guidelines, looking at
the number of COVID 19 cases active in the community, and the number of individuals
vaccinated can be used as measurement tools when developing the necessary protective plans
and measures going forward. Emergency Management does not support using these
measurement tools to determine when the Public Health State of Emergency Declaration should
be allowed to expire.
There is no language in the Declaration of the Public Health State of Emergency that
limits or restricts the activities or functions of the Oneida Nation. The adopted Safer at Home
Order and Safer Re-Opening Plans included/s language which places restrictions and limits on
activities that occur within the Reservation boundaries. If it is the pleasure of the Oneida
Business Committee to change, up-date and/or relax the current limitations or restrictions in the
Safer at Home Order or the Safer Re-Opening Plan, Emergency Management encourages the
OBC to review and make changes to the Safer at Home Order and/or the Safer Re-Opening
Plan. It is with strong emphasis that the Emergency Management Department suggests that the
Oneida Business Committee extend the Declaration of the Public Health State of Emergency for
as long as the Emergency Management Law - Chapter 302 allows.
-------------------------------------------- End of Report --------------------------------------------------------------Kaylynn Gresham
Director Emergency Management
Oneida Nation
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On Jul 14, 2021, at 3:59 PM, James J. Petitjean
<jpetitje@oneidanation.org> wrote:
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Hi Lisa,
We do not see any impact to the operations. All stores are 100% open and none of the
employees commute. Does the BC require me a memo to that effect? I can still
contribute to the discussion but there is no impact to our operations.
Thank you,
James
From: BC_Work_Session <BC_Work_Session@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 14, 2021 2:36 PM
To: BC Direct Reports
Subject: FW: Please send a reminder -- items to be submitted for the next BC work
session
Good Afternoon BC Direct Reports,
This is a reminder to please see the following motions made at the June
23rd Regular BC meeting, the minutes are attached with the motions on
pages 3 and 4. There was a directive for BC Direct Reports to submit
materials for two topics (extension of Public health State of Emergency
AND telecommuting) to the BC_Work_Session@oneidanation.org email
address by close of busines on 7/14/2021.
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<2021 06 23 BC Minutes DRAFT.pdf>
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<cdanfor4@oneidanation.org>; Daniel P. Guzman <dguzman@oneidanation.org>;
David P. Jordan <djordan1@oneidanation.org>; Ethel M. Summers
<esummer1@oneidanation.org>; Jennifer A. Webster <JWEBSTE1@oneidanation.org>;
Kirby W. Metoxen <KMETOX@oneidanation.org>; Lisa A. Liggins
<lliggins@oneidanation.org>; Tehassi Tasi Hill <thill7@oneidanation.org>
Subject: FW: Please send a reminder -- items to be submitted for the next BC work
session
Good Afternoon BC Direct Reports,
This is a reminder to please see the following motions made at the June
23rd Regular BC meeting, the minutes are attached with the motions on
pages 3 and 4. There was a directive for BC Direct Reports to submit
materials for two topics (extension of Public health State of Emergency
AND telecommuting) to the BC_Work_Session@oneidanation.org email
address by close of busines on 7/14/2021.
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Yaw^ko
<2021 06 23 BC Minutes DRAFT.pdf>
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Accept the June 3, 2021, regular Community Development Planning Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Brandon Stevens, Vice-Chairman
Primary Requestor:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BDOXTAT1
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Community Development Planning Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2021
Teleconference
Minutes
Regular Meeting
Present: Chairman Brandon Stevens, Vice Chairman Daniel Guzman King, Members: Tehassi Hill, Kirby
Metoxen, Marie Summers
Others Present: Larry Barton, Nancy Barton, Jacque Boyle, Brooke Doxtator, Kristal Hill, Jeffrey House,
David P. Jordan, Rhiannon Metoxen, Justin Nishimoto, Troy Parr, Mark W. Powless, Nicole Rommel,
Danelle Wilson, Paul Witek
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Chairman Brandon Stevens at 9:03 a.m.
II. ADOPT THE AGENDA
Motion by Marie Summers to adopt the agenda, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
III. MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve May 6, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens
Motion by Marie Summers to approve the May 6, 2021 meeting minutes, seconded by Tehassi Hill.
Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Item VI.A. addressed next
IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
Tehassi Hill left at 10:27 a.m.
Tehassi Hill returned at 10:30 a.m.
Kirby Metoxen left at 10:38 a.m.
Kirby Metoxen returned at 10:44 a.m.
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A. Determine next steps regarding Tiny Homes
Sponsor: Brandon Stevens
Motion by Daniel Guzman to schedule a CDPC work session to further discuss housing needs and work
towards the development of a strategic plan, seconded by Marie Summers. Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
VI. STANDING UPDATES
A. CEMETERY (9:00 AM)
1. Accept Oneida Nation Burial Ground Maintenance and Utilization Report
Sponsor: Pat Pelky
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida Nation Burial Ground maintenance and utilization report,
seconded by Tehassi Hill. Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
2. Accept #14-002 Cemetery Improvement Project Status Report
Sponsor: Jacque Boyle
Motion by Tehassi Hill to accept the #14-002 cemetery improvement project status report, seconded by
Marie Summers. Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Item V.A. addressed next
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Marie Summers to adjourn at 11:01 a.m., seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carries.
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Tehassi Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers
Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented/corrected on July 8, 2021.
Brandon Stevens, Chair
Community Development Planning Committee
Community Development Planning Committee
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Accept the July 6, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
1. Meeting Date Requested:
7
/ 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Standing Committees
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
BC to accept the Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2021
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. FC E-Poll of the 7/6/21 Minutes
3.
2. FC Mtg Minutes of 7/6/21
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Cristina Danforth, Tribal Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Denise Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO /Finance Administration
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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INTERNAL MEMO
TO:
Finance Committee
FR:
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO &
Finance Committee Support /Contact
DT:
July 6, 2021
RE:
E-Poll Results - FC Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2021
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of July 6, 2021. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out 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 o f 4 F C m e mb e r s v o t in g t o ap p ro v e t h e Ju ly 6 , 2 02 1
Fin an ce C om mit t e e Me et ing Min ut e s. F C M em be r s vot ing in clu de d: Ki rb y
Me t ox en , L a r ry B a rt o n P at r ic k St en sl of f & Ch ad Fu ss . Je nnif e r W eb st er w as
ex cu s ed.
These Finance Committee Minutes of July 6, 2021 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.
E-Polls of the Finance Committee meeting minutes is part of the FC By-Laws and approval conducted per the FC
SOP’s on Electronic Voting.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
July 6, 2021 ▪ Time: 9:00 A.M
Via Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT (Via Teams):
Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair
Kirby Metoxen, BC Council Member
Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director
Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT (Via Teams): Amy Spears, Carla Witkowski, Sharon Mousseau, Linda Jenkins,
Lynn Schmidt, Justin Nishimoto, Wanda Diemel, Michelle Myers, Debra J. Danforth, David
Emerson, Cheryl Aliskwet Ellis, Tim Skenandore and Denise J. Vigue, taking notes
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 9:02 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: JULY 6, 2021
Motion by Larry Barton to approve the July 6, 2021 FC Meeting Agenda. Seconded
by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
MINUTES: JUNE 14, 2021 (Approved via E-Poll on 6/14/21):
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on Jun. 14,
2021 approving the Jun. 14, 2021 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Larry Barton. Kirby Metoxen abstained. Motion carried.
IV.
SPECIAL E-POLL: (Approved via E-Poll on 6/14/21):
1.
Direct Care Therapy Services, Inc.-PO Increase
Carla Witkowski, BIA/Oneida Early Intervention
Amount: $20,000.00
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to acknowledge the FC Special E-Poll action taken on
Jun. 14, 2021 approving the request from BIA/Oneida Early Intervention for a PO
increase with Direct Care Therapy Services in the amount of $20,000.00. Seconded
by Larry Barton. Kirby Metoxen abstained. Motion carried.
V.
TABLED BUSINESS: None
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CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1.
Mission Support Services-Master Construction Agmt
Nathan Mauforth & Tim Skenandore, Gaming Facilities
Amount: $216,318.86
There was some discussion on the multi-year agreement as well as the contract being
signed before approval; amount is for FY2021; Tim can make sure the contract is
updated and resigned following this approval.
Motion by Larry Barton to approve the Gaming Capital Expenditure with Mission
Support Services for FY21 for annual Parking Garage maintenance and repairs in the
amount of $216,318.86. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
VII.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Reinhart Food Service
Sharon Mousseau, ONES
Amount: $300,000.
Sharon explained this is a sole source funded through DPI that includes breakfast, lunch
and snacks for the FY21-22 school year.
Motion by Larry Barton to approve this request with Reinhart Food Service for meals
for the 2021-2022 school year in the amount of $300,000.00. Seconded by Patrick
Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Brain Power Wellness Training
Sharon Mousseau, ONES
Amount: $150,000.
This was training for the staff, students and parents that was interrupted by closures last
year; this is for the continuation of that training, it is also a sole source request.
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve this request with Brain Power Wellness for
wellness training in the amount of $150,000.00. Seconded by Larry Barton. Motion
carried unanimously.
3. Direct Care Therapy Services, Inc. FY21-22
Carla Witkowski, BIA/Oneida Early Intervention
Amount: $110,000.
Carla explained this for a speech therapist for the FY21-22 year and federal funding
is being used.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve this request with Direct Care Therapy Services,
Inc. for the 2021-2022 school year in the amount of $110,000.00. Seconded by Larry
Barton. Motion carried unanimously.
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4. EIKON GAMING – Free Trial & Master Lease Agreement
David Emerson, Gaming Slots
David noted this is a new vendor so their process is to try out the machines in a free
trial first and if they are profitable next year they will be purchased.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve this request with Eikon Gaming for the Master
Lease Agreement and the free trial games. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion
carried unanimously.
5. Bellin Health-Unity Campaign Co-Branding
Michelle Myers, Consolidated Health Services – OHC
Amount: $100,299.33
Michelle explained this is for our portion of a coordinated campaign with partners Bellin
and Prevea Health for the public health promotion in the media for getting Covid
vaccinations.
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to approve this request with Bellin Health for the Unity
Campaign Co-Branding with Bellin and Prevea Health in the amount of $100,299.33.
Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Hologric Software Upgrade
Jeffery Carlson, Consolidated Health Services – OHC
Amount: $194,189.
Lynn Schmidt was on the virtual call and explained this is an upgrade from 2 to 3D to
the Health Center’s Mammography machine that will provide better service to
patients; this is a budgeted item.
Motion by Larry Barton to approve this request with Holographic for a Software
Upgrade in the amount of $194,189.00. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
7.
VVS Holding Corp – Software Support & Maintenance
Debra Danforth, Comprehensive Health Operations
Amount: $230,428.20
Lynn noted this is for the Health Center to continue use of their patient care and
billing records system; this is also a budgeted item.
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve this request with VVS Holding Corp for
software support and maintenance in the amount of $230,428.20. Seconded by
Larry Barton. Motion carried unanimously.
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COMMUNITY FUND:
Report:
1.
Monthly Community Fund Update for July 2021
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the Community Funds Update Report for July 2021.
Seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1.
Woodland Indian Art Show & Market
Aliskwet Ellis, WIASM Volunteer
Amount: 25 Cases
Motion by Larry Barton to approve from the Community Fund the request for 25 cases of
Coca-Cola products for use at the Woodland Indian Arts Show and Market. Seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously.
IX.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
X. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
XI. FOLLOW UP: None
XII. FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
Tina announced at the beginning of the meeting that there will be one more FC virtual
meeting for this month and beginning with the Aug. 2nd meeting all FC meetings will be in
person.
XIII. ADJOURN: Motion by Patrick Stensloff to adjourn. Seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:24 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:
July 6, 2021
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Accept the July 19, 2021, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
1. Meeting Date Requested:
7
/ 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Standing Committees
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
BC to accept the Finance Committee Meeting Minutes of July 19, 2021
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. FC E-Poll of the 7/19/21 Minutes
3.
2. FC Mtg Minutes of 7/19/21
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Cristina Danforth, Tribal Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Denise Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO /Finance Administration
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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INTERNAL MEMO
TO:
Finance Committee
FR:
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO &
Finance Committee Support /Contact
DT:
July 19, 2021
RE:
E-Poll Results - FC Meeting Minutes of July 19, 2021
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of July 19, 2021. The E-Poll and minutes were sent out 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 o f 4 F C m e mb e r s v o t in g t o ap p ro v e t h e Ju ly 6 , 2 02 1
Fin an ce C omm it t e e Me et ing Min ut e s. F C Me mb e rs vo t i n g in cl u d ed : Je n n i f e r
W eb st e r , R aL i n d a Ni n h a m- L amb e ri e s, Pa t ri c k St en sl of f & L o u i se Co rn el ius .
Ki rb y Met ox en an d Cr is t in a Da nf o rt h w e re e x cu se d; L a rr y B ar t on Ch ai r ed
t he m eet ing
These Finance Committee Minutes of July 19, 2021 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 Council acceptance.
E-Polls of the Finance Committee meeting minutes is part of the FC By-Laws and approval conducted per the FC
SOP’s on Electronic Voting.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
July 19, 2021 ▪ Time: 9:00 A.M
Via Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT (Via Teams):
Larry Barton, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Patrick Stensloff, Purchasing Director
Louise Cornelius, GGM
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
RaLinda Ninham Lamberies, Asst. CFO
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Cristina Danforth, Treasurer/FC Chair, Kirby Metoxen, BC Council
Member & Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
OTHERS PRESENT (Via Teams): Alexa Priddy, Nathan Mauforth, Paul Witek, Jason Doxtator,
Sharon Mousseau, Ian Nishimoto, Amy Spears and Denise J. Vigue, taking notes
I.
CALL TO ORDER: The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Vice-Chair at
9:00 A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: JULY 19, 2021
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the July 19, 2021 FC Meeting Agenda.
Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
MINUTES: JULY 6, 2021 (Approved via E-Poll on 7/6/21):
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on 7/6/21
approving the July 6, 2021 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded by
Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
TABLED BUSINESS: None
V.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES:
1.
Great Lakes Roofing Corp.
Nathan Mauforth & Tim Skenandore, Gaming Facilities
Amount: $470,500.
Nathan explained this is the normal lifecycle replacement of the roof at the Main Casino;
noted not the lowest bid, but with material shortages only bidder who would agree on a
completion date.
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Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the Gaming Capital Expenditure for the Main
Casino Roof Replacement by Great Lakes Roofing Corporation in the amount of
$470,500.00. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
2.
Advance Construction, Inc. Project #14-002 CIP
Paul Witek, Dev. Division-Engineering
Amount: $190,000.
Paul noted this is for continued work on the cemetery project; this would cover expanse
of the sub-drainage piping to control groundwater elevations and regrade designated
area and lawn care; vendor also has done previous work on this project so is familiar with
what is needed.
Motion by Patrick Stensloff to approve the Gaming Capital Expenditure with Advance
Construction, Inc. (CIP Project #14-002-Phase IV) for cemetery improvements in the
amount of $190,000.00.
Seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried
unanimously.
For the Record: The Chair noted project work was bid out to seven bidders, only two
submitted bids.
VI.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Lamers Bus Lines – 21/22 School Year
Sharon Mousseau, ONES
Amount: $425,000.
Sharon noted most of the expenses covered with Bureau funding; bus service for the 2122 school year, only vendor used since opening & knows all the routes; cost calculated
from mileage from previous year.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the request with Lamers Bus Lines for
transporting students in the 21/22 school year in the amount of $425,000.00.
Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
For the Record: Jenny noted in the future this service needs to go through the 3-bid
process.
2.
Late ADD: Rabbit Communications, LLC
Jason Doxtator, MIS
Amount: $70,000.
Jason noted this is a consulting contract to determine best way to get broadband on the
reservation and to assist with submission of grant application for this purpose; vendor
has previous experience working with tribes; self-governance funds to be used.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the request with Rabbit Communications,
LLC for telecommunications consulting in the amount of $70,000.00. Seconded by
Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
For the Record: Chair requested a written narrative documenting need for sole
source.
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DONATIONS:
Report:
1.
Monthly Donation Update Report for July 2021
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO
& Finance Committee Contact /Support
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FC Donations Update Report for July 2021.
Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1.
Exceptional Equestrians - Trail Sponsor/Programming
Requester: Aaron Guitner
Amount: $2,500.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee’s Donation line the
Request from Exceptional Equestrians for trail sponsorship and programming in the
amount of $2,500.00. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried unanimously.
2.
Woodland Indian Art Show & Market – Event Sponsor
Requester: Aliskwet Ellis, WIASM Volunteer
Amount: $2,500.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee’s Donation line the
request from Woodland Indian Arts, Inc in the amount of $2,500.00 for sponsorship at this
year’s Woodland Indian Art Show and Market. Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion
carried unanimously.
3.
32nd Annual CP Auction - Event Sponsor
Requester: Alexa Priddy, CP Annual Giving Coord.
Amount: $2,500.
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee’s Donation line the
request from Cerebral Palsy, Inc for event sponsorship at the 32nd Annual CF Auction
noting event is in October (FY22). Seconded by Patrick Stensloff. Motion carried
unanimously.
VIII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
IX.
ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL: None
X.
FOLLOW UP: None
XI.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None
XII.
ADJOURN: Motion by Patrick Stensloff to adjourn. Seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:23 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Denise J. Vigue, Executive Assistant to the CFO
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:
July 19, 2021
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Accept the July 7, 2021, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes
1. Meeting Date Requested:
/ 28 / 21
7
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Standing Committees
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Accept the July 7, 2021 Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. 7/7/21 LOC Meeting Minutes
3.
2.
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
David P. Jordan, Councilmember
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Clorissa N. Santiago, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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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
July 7, 2021
9:00 a.m.
Present: David P. Jordan, Kirby Metoxen, Marie Summers, Daniel Guzman King
Excused: Jennifer Webster
Others Present: Clorissa N. Santiago, Kristal Hill, Brooke Doxtator, Rhiannon Metoxen,
Lawrence Barton, Justin Nishimoto (Microsoft Teams), Eric Boulanger (Microsoft Teams), Amy
Spears (Microsoft Teams), Trina Schuyler (Microsoft Teams), Michelle Braaten (Microsoft
Teams), Reynold Danforth (Microsoft Teams), Tina Jorgenson (Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore
(Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (Microsoft Teams).
I.
Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
David P. Jordan called the July 7, 2021, Legislative Operating Committee meeting to order
at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Marie Summers to adopt the agenda as is; seconded by Daniel Guzman King.
Motion carried unanimously.
II.
Minutes to be Approved
1. June 2, 2021 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Marie Summers to approve the June 2, 2021 LOC meeting minutes and forward
to the Oneida Business Committee; seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried
unanimously.
III.
Current Business
1. Public Peace Law
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept the public comments and the public comment
review memorandum, and forward to a work session for further consideration; seconded
by Marie Summers. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Oneida General Welfare Law Amendments
Motion by Marie Summers to accept public comments that were received for the Oneida
General Welfare law amendments question, “Should assistance provided by an approved
program under the Oneida General Welfare law be subject to attachment or garnishment?”;
seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
New Submissions
1. Land Use Regulation Reimbursement Policy Repeal
Motion by Marie Summers to add the Land Use Regulation Reimbursement Policy repeal to the
Active Files List with Kirby Metoxen as the sponsor; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried unanimously.
V.
Additions
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VI.
Administrative Items
VII.
Executive Session
VIII. Adjourn
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to adjourn at 9:23 a.m.; seconded by Marie Summers.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Marie Summers, Councilwoman
Primary Requestor:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BDOXTAT1
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Quality of Life Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 2021
Teleconference
Minutes
Present: Chair Marie Summers, Vice-Chair Daniel Guzman King, Alternate Kirby Metoxen
Not Present: Tehassi Hill
Arrived at: Brandon Stevens arrived at 9:03 a.m.
Others Present: Eric Boulanger, Leslie Doxtater, Brooke Doxtator, Renita Hernandez, Kristal Hill, Tina
Jorgensen, Mari Kriescher, RC Metoxen, Vanessa Miller, Michelle Myers, Joann Ninham, Justin
Nishimoto, Melissa Nuthals, Patrick Pelky, Mark W. Powless, Rae Skenandore, Cheryl Stevens, Debra
Valentino;
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Chair Marie Summers at 9:01 a.m.
II. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adopt the agenda, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried
unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
A. April 15, 2021 Quality of Life Meeting Minutes – Aliskwet Ellis
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to approve the April 15, 2021 Quality of Life meeting minutes, seconded
by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen
Brandon Stevens arrived at 9:03 a.m.
IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Accept the Kunhi-yo Healing Event Flyer as information – Mari Kriescher
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept the discussion as information, seconded by Brandon Stevens.
Motion carried unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
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VI. REPORTS
A. Accept the Tribal Action Plan report – Renita Hernandez
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept the Tribal Action report, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion
carried unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
B. Accept the Recreation Integration report – Tina Jorgenson
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept the Recreation Integration report, seconded by Kirby Metoxen.
Motion carried unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
VII. ADDITIONS
VIII. ADJOURN
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to adjourn at 10:13 a.m., seconded by Brandon Stevens. Motion carried
unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon Stevens
Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented/corrected on June 17, 2021.
Quality of Life
Regular Meeting Minutes
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Marie Summers, Councilwoman
Primary Requestor:
Brooke Doxtator
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BDOXTAT1
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Quality of Life Committee
Regular Meeting
9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021
Teleconference
Minutes
Present: Chair Marie Summers, Vice-Chair Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens,
Not Present: Tehassi Hill
Others Present: Jacque Boyle, Robert Brown, Craig Clausen, Debra Danforth Tsyoshaaht Delgado,
Leslie Doxtater, Brooke Doxtator, Renita Hernandez, Kristal Hill, Tina Jorgenson, Michelle Myers, Joann
Ninham, Justin Nishimoto, Melissa Nuthals, Patrick Pelky, Mark W. Powless, Amy Spears, Artley
Skenandore Jr., Rae Skenandore, Ravinder Vir, Danelle Wilson
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Meeting called to order by Chair Marie Summers at 9:00 a.m.
II. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion by Brandon Stevens to adopt the agenda, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
A. Approve May 20, 2021, regular Quality of Life Meeting Minutes
Sponsor: Brooke Doxtator
Motion by Brandon Stevens to approve the May 20, 2021, regular Quality of Life meeting minutes,
seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
VI. REPORTS
A. Accept Cultural Heritage report and support reorganization plan
Sponsor: Tina Jorgenson
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept Cultural Heritage report and support reorganization plan, seconded
by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
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B. Accept the Tribal Action Plan report
Sponsor: Renita Hernandez
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept Tribal Action Plan report, seconded by Brandon Stevens.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
C. Accept Zero Suicide report
Sponsor: Mari Kreischer
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept Zero Suicide report, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
D. Accept Environmental Issues report
Sponsor: Patrick Pelky
Motion by Daniel Guzman King to accept Environmental Issues report, seconded by Brandon Stevens.
Motion carried unanimously:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
E. Accept Food Security report
Sponsor: Patrick Pelky
Motion by Brandon Stevens to accept Food Security report, seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
VII. ADDITIONS
VIII. ADJOURN
Motion by Brandon Stevens to adjourn at 10:29 a.m., seconded by Daniel Guzman King. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Daniel Guzman King, Brandon Stevens
Minutes prepared by Brooke Doxtator, Boards, Committees, and Commissions Supervisor
Minutes approved as presented/corrected on July 15, 2021.
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Regular Meeting Minutes
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Enter e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for Councilman Kirby Metoxen to
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
LLIGGINS
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Secretary
Friday, July 9, 2021 7:46 AM
Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins;
Daniel P. Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Ethel M. Summers; Jennifer A.
Webster; BC_Agenda_Requests
Secretary; Kristal E. Hill; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Danelle A. Wilson
E-POLL RESULTS: Approve Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian
Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, July 19-22, Las Vegas, NV to be reimbursed by
NATOW
E-POLL REQUEST: Approve Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian
Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, July 19-22, Las Vegas, NV to be reimbursed by
NATOW
E‐POLL RESULTS
The e‐poll to Approve Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian Gaming
Tradeshow & Convention, July 19‐22, Las Vegas, NV to be reimbursed by NATOW, has
carried. As of the deadline, below are the results:
Support: Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman, David P. Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Brandon Stevens, Marie
Summers, and Jennifer Webster.
Yaw^ko,
Chad Wilson,
Senior Information Management Specialist
Business Committee Support Office
920.869.4478
P.O. Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155‐0365
oneida‐nsn.gov
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln
"In every deliberation, we must consider the impact on the seventh generation...” –
Haudenosaunee Great Law
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Secretary
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 10:34 PM
Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins;
Daniel P. Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Ethel M. Summers; Jennifer A.
Webster
Secretary; Kristal E. Hill; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Danelle A. Wilson
E-POLL REQUEST: Approve Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian
Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, July 19-22, Las Vegas, NV to be reimbursed by
NATOW
20210707142822261.pdf
Importance:
High
Cc:
Subject:
E‐POLL REQUEST
Summary: NATOW has extended an invitation to Councilman, Kirby Metoxen to attend the National
Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention from July 19‐22, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Travel expenses
will be reimbursed by NATOW, to include airfare, hotel and per diem for the duration of the conference.
Since the conference concludes at 3 p.m. on July 22, NATOW will also reimburse for the night of the
22nd. *Travel costs are reimbursed by NATOW.
Justification for E‐Poll: Kirby Metoxen received the NATOW invitation on July 6th, 2021. Next BC
Meeting is July 14, 2021 leaving insufficient amount of time to make travel arrangements.
Requested Action: Approve Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the National Indian Gaming
Tradeshow & Convention, July 19‐22, Las Vegas, NV to be reimbursed by NATOW.
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, July 8, 2021.
Voting:
1. Use the voting button above, if available; OR
2. Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.
Yaw^ko,
Chad Wilson,
Senior Information Management Specialist
Business Committee Support Office
920.869.4478
P.O. Box 365
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) tribal contribution funded Mail Clerk
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07 / 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
New Business
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) tribal contribution funded Mail Clerk
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. RTP *TC Funded* Position Form
3. Additional Info and Org Chart
2. Job Description & Workforce Level Report
4. Safe Re-opening/Re-entry Training
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resource Department
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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Powless
Digitally signed by Mark W.
Powless
Date: 2021.07.01 08:33:17
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) third-party revenue funded Administrative Assistant
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07 / 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
New Business
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Approve the Big Bear Media request to post one (1) third party revenue funded Administrative Assistant
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. RTP *3rd Party Revenue Funded* Position Form
3. Job Desc, WFL report, other info, Org Chart
2. Finance Approval
4. Safe Re-opening/Re-entry Training
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
Other, 3rd Party Revenue - Room Tax
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resource Department
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
Approve the Tribal Action Plan request to post one (1) grant funded Administrative Assistant
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07 / 28 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
New Business
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
1. Grant Funded Position For approval
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. RTP Community Opioid Intervention Admin Asst
3. Finance and HRD Approval
2. Job Description
4.
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resource Department
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Renita Hernandez
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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FW: Request to fill a grant funded position
From: Renita S. Hernandez <rhernan1@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 11:02 AM
To: Geraldine R. Danforth <GDANFOR1@oneidanation.org>
Cc: Lawrence E. Barton <lbarton@oneidanation.org>
Subject: Re: Request to fill a grant funded position
Yes, it is 100% grant funded. Thank you.
Renita Hernandez
Renita Hernandez
Tribal Action Plan Manager
General Manager Administration
Oneida Nation of WI
(920) 490‐3796
From: Geraldine R. Danforth <GDANFOR1@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 10:01 AM
To: Renita S. Hernandez <rhernan1@oneidanation.org>
Cc: Lawrence E. Barton <lbarton@oneidanation.org>
Subject: FW: Request to fill a grant funded position
I approve moving forward. Just one thing, is the position 100% grant funded?
yaw^?kó∙ (Thank you!)
Geraldine R. Danforth
Human Resources Area Manager
Skenandoah Complex
909 Packerland Drive
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(920)496‐7358
A GOOD MIND. A GOOD HEART. A STRONG FIRE.
The information contained in this e‐mail is confidential and privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, please be advised
that any use, copying, or dissemination of this information is prohibited. Please destroy this e‐mail and immediately notify us
of the erroneous transmission.
From: Renita S. Hernandez <rhernan1@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 10:53 AM
To: Lawrence E. Barton <lbarton@oneidanation.org>; Geraldine R. Danforth
<GDANFOR1@oneidanation.org>
Subject: Request to fill a grant funded position
Please see the attached for a request to fill a grant funded position. I really hope I filled this out
correctly. Please let me know if you need any other information. Thank you.
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FW: Request to fill a grant funded position
From: Lawrence E. Barton <lbarton@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 2:47 PM
To: Renita S. Hernandez <rhernan1@oneidanation.org>
Subject: Re: Request to fill a grant funded position
Ms. Hernandez, I have reviewed the information provided indicating the position is 100% Grant
Funded. I support the request to move forward with approval and hiring. If you have any
questions, please contact me at extension 4491, thanks, Larry Barton
From: Renita S. Hernandez <rhernan1@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 10:53 AM
To: Lawrence E. Barton <lbarton@oneidanation.org>; Geraldine R. Danforth
<GDANFOR1@oneidanation.org>
Subject: Request to fill a grant funded position
Please see the attached for a request to fill a grant funded position. I really hope I filled this out
correctly. Please let me know if you need any other information. Thank you.
Renita Hernandez
Renita Hernandez
Tribal Action Plan Manager
General Manager Administration
Oneida Nation of WI
(920) 490‐3796
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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved expansion of the scope of use in the 6th...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
07/28/21
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
LLIGGINS
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Secretary
Friday, July 9, 2021 8:06 AM
Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins;
Daniel P. Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Ethel M. Summers; Jennifer A.
Webster; BC_Agenda_Requests; Geraldine R. Danforth
Secretary; Kristal E. Hill; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Danelle A. Wilson
E-POLL RESULTS: Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC
resolution # 11-24-20-F as identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated
July 1, 2020
E-POLL REQUEST: Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC
resolution # 11-24-20-F as identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated
July 1, 2020; MS RE_ E-POLL REQUEST_ Approve expanding the scope of use in the
6th resolve of BC resolution # 11-24-20-F as identified in the HR Area Manager
memorandum dated July 1, 2020.pdf
E‐POLL RESULTS
The e‐poll to approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11‐24‐20‐
F as identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated July 1, 2020, has carried. As of the
deadline, below are the results:
Support: Tina Danforth, Daniel Guzman, David Jordan, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Brandon
Stevens, Marie Summers, and Jennifer Webster.
Per section 5.2.c. of the OBC SOP “Conducting Electronic Voting (E‐polls)”, attached are copies
of any comment by an OBC member made beyond a vote.
Yaw^ko,
Chad Wilson,
Senior Information Management Specialist
Business Committee Support Office
920.869.4478
P.O. Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155‐0365
oneida‐nsn.gov
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln
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Ethel M. Summers
Secretary; Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins; Daniel P.
Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Jennifer A. Webster; Geraldine R. Danforth
Kristal E. Hill; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Danelle A. Wilson; Jessica L. Vandekamp
RE: E-POLL REQUEST: Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11-24-20-F as
identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated July 1, 2020
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 5:24:23 PM
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Approve.
I thought the intent was to cover both type of scenario’s and to not remove the 2 weeks of
quarantine time but to add the vaccination time and the 8 hours after the vaccination for side
effects.
Yaw^ko,
Marie Summers
Councilwoman
Oneida Business Committee
A good mind. A good heart. A strong Fire.
office: (920) 869-4475
cell: (920) 615-9384
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00- 4:30 pm
Email: esummer1@oneidanation.org
Mailing address:
Oneida Nation
PO Box 365
Oneida, WI 54115
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Secretary
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 5:08 PM
Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Cristina S. Danforth; Lisa A. Liggins;
Daniel P. Guzman; David P. Jordan; Kirby W. Metoxen; Ethel M. Summers; Jennifer A.
Webster; Geraldine R. Danforth
Secretary; Kristal E. Hill; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Danelle A. Wilson; Jessica L.
Vandekamp
E-POLL REQUEST: Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC
resolution # 11-24-20-F as identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated
July 1, 2020
Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11-24-20F as identified in the HR.pdf
High
E‐POLL REQUEST
Summary: The COVID‐19 Paid Time Off SOP does not cover a critical area that must consider the
employee’s health and safety. Two security officers responded to a call of an individual needing
lifesaving medical assistance. The Officers preformed their job duties and were later notified they were
exposed to COVID‐19; OCHC directed them to self‐quarantine. Neither employee has enough hours to
cover the quarantine period. In our discussions with the Security Director and Gaming General Manager
we agree that this type of exposure should be covered. Requesting your support to update the SOP to
cover this type of exposure.
Justification for E‐Poll: Immediate critical effect to employees.
Requested Action: Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11‐24‐20‐F
as identified in the HR Area Manager memorandum dated July 1, 2020
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, July 8, 2021.
Voting:
1. Use the voting button above, if available; OR
2. Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.
Yaw^ko,
Chad Wilson,
Senior Information Management Specialist
Business Committee Support Office
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Oneida Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
7
/ 14 / 21
2. General Information:
Session:
Open
Agenda Header:
Executive - See instructions for the applicable laws, then choose one:
Resolutions
Accept as Information only
Action - please describe:
Approve expanding the scope of use in the 6th resolve of BC resolution # 11-24-20-F as identified in the HR
Area Manager memorandum dated July 1, 2020.
3. Supporting Materials
Report
Resolution
Contract
Other:
1. Geraldine Danforth - COVID-19 Paid Time Off SOP
3. BC Resolution # 11-24-20-F
2. Katsi Danforth - Procedural Exception Request
4. SOP current and redline
Business Committee signature required
4. Budget Information
Budgeted - Tribal Contribution
Budgeted - Grant Funded
Unbudgeted
5. Submission
Authorized Sponsor / Liaison:
Geraldine Danforth, Area Manager/Human Resource Department
Primary Requestor/Submitter:
Your Name, Title / Dept. or Tribal Member
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
Additional Requestor:
Name, Title / Dept.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # 11-24-20-F
Approval of Final Draft Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and Budget Directives
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 federal government has proclaimed a public health emergency related to the spread of
COVID-19 virus and has identified that the spread of the virus has resulted in large
numbers of individuals becoming ill, high mortality rates, and significant impacts to the
economy; and
WHEREAS,
Tribal governments, State Governors, including the State of Wisconsin, have declared
public health emergencies and State public health officers have issued orders closing
schools, limiting public gatherings, closing or limiting business activities, and other
measures intended to slow or limit the spread of the virus; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation Chairman declared a public health state of emergency on March 12,
2020 and has continued to extend the state emergency in 30-day increments in accordance
with section 302.8-5 of the Emergency Management and Homeland Security Law; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted emergency amendments to laws to create the
COVID-19 Core Decision Making Team in order to manage the daily changing impacts of
the virus on the Oneida Nation and the community; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee and the COVID-19 Core Decision Making Team took
action that protected the health and welfare of the Oneida Nation community and
employees which included health related restrictions such as closing programs, schools,
offices and businesses; significantly reducing and restricting expenditures to protect the
Nation’s ability to provide needed health and safety services to members and the
community during the pandemic; and, adopting actions which prohibited or limited public
interactions, gatherings, and activities; and
WHEREAS,
the 2017-2020 Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution # BC-08-12-20-J,
Continuing Resolution for Fiscal Year 2021, considering the ongoing financial disruptions
caused by the pandemic; and
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Approval of Final Draft Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and Budget Directives
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WHEREAS,
Treasurer Cristina Danforth, in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer and Finance
Department, and working with the Gaming General Manager in understanding the
economic trends and enterprise revenue trends as a result of the impact of the pandemic,
identified that sufficient information as available to begin and finalize the Oneida Nation’s
budget for Fiscal Year 2021 with significant budget restrictions as identified in the Tier V
Budget Contingency as identified in section 121.4-3 of the Budget Management and
Control Law; and
WHEREAS,
the Treasurer, as identified in Article III, section 3 of the Constitution, Section 1 of the ByLaws of the Oneida Nation, and the Position Description adopted by the General Tribal
Council on July 30, 1990, has developed and presented a balanced budget for Fiscal Year
2021 to guide the Oneida Nation through the remainder of the fiscal year in spending and
funding available for programming while maintaining the ability of the Oneida Nation to face
unanticipated future economic impacts which may occur during this pandemic period and
as the Nation and the world recovers; and
WHEREAS,
the Treasurer has identified a budget which funds programming available for health,
housing, and public safety, setting aside funds to protect future goals, and creating systems
which return programming to prior levels; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has received the proposed final draft budget in
accordance with section 121.5-7 of the Budget Managemen
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