1997 Business Committee Resolutions

Author/Creator Citizen Band Potawatomi

Date1997

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Object numberBC.BCR.1997

Description97-01: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing corporate officers to execute agreements with Las Vegas Dissemination, Inc., and granting a limited waiver of immunity from suit in connection therewith. TRANSCRIPTION: CBPITO, Inc. Resolution # 97-01 CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIAN TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA INCORPORATED A RESOLUTION BY CORPORATE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING CORPORATE OFFICERS TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH LAS VEGAS DISSEMINATION, INC., AND GRANTING A LIMITED WAIVER OF IMMUNITY FROM SUIT IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma Incorporated (""Corporation""), is a Federal Tribal Corporation authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936 (49 Stat. 1967) as the corporate entity of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, a federally recognized Indian Tribe formerly known as the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; and WHEREAS, the Corporation is duly authorized and empowered by the corporate charter and by laws to sue and be sued and to waive sovereign immunity; and WHEREAS, the Corporation has been assigned the responsibility of conducting the off-track gaming authorized by the ""Potawatomie [sic] Off-track Wagering Compact,"" a compact between the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and the State of Oklahoma filed with the Secretary of State for the State of Oklahoma on December 5, 1996; and WHEREAS, the Corporation is negotiating agreements with Las Vegas Dissemination, Inc., a Nevada corporation, d/b/a Las Vegas Dissemination Company (""LVDC"") to provide certain services relating to said off-track gaming which agreements are captioned ""Race Information Service Agreement"" and ""Para-Mutuel Service Agreement"" requiring contract reciprocity and the resolutions of contractual disputes in Nevada state courts; and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has determined that said agreements are in the best interests of the Corporation and that a limited waiver of sovereign immunity from suit for contractual issues is fair, equitable, and necessary for conducting business with LVDC; and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors may by resolution authorize officers to execute contracts in the name of, for and on behalf of the Corporation; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIAN TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA INCORPORATED THAT corporate officers John A. Barrett, Jr., and Gene Bruno are hereby authorized to negotiate and execute, for and on behalf of the Corporation, a Race Information Service Agreement and a Para-Mutuel Service 1 CBPITO, Inc. Resolution # 97-01 Agreement with LVDC including provisions waiving suit immunity and authorizing suit in a Nevada court for disputes arising under said agreements, and to do all things necessary and proper to effectuate this authorization and THAT the Citizen Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma Incorporated hereby waives immunity from suit by Las Vegas Dissemination, Inc., in Nevada state court for the amount of money agreed to in said contracts plus reasonable attorney fees subject to all conditions contained in the Charter of Incorporation issued by the Assistant Secretary of the Interior. The sovereign immunity waiver authorized herein is not intended and shall not be construed as affecting the sovereign immunity of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. AUTHENTICATION The undersigned Board Chairman does hereby certify and authenticated that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution CBPITO, Inc. # 97-01, as approved at a duly held meeting of the Board of Directors on the 9th day of April, 1997, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent or abstaining. [corporate seal] John A. Barrett, Jr., Board Chairman Gene Bruno Board Secretary 2

97-1: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing Tribal Secretary/Treasurer Gene Bruno and/or Tribal Rolls Director Mary Farrell to sign and issue Indian Preference Forms for Tribal members seeking Government employment. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTT#97-1 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRIBAL SECRETARY/TREASURER GENE BRUNO AND OR TRIBAL ROLLS DIRECTOR MARY FARRELL TO SIGN AND ISSUE INDIAN PREFERENCE FORMS FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS SEEKING GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized Tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of 1936; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the power to act on behalf of the tribe in all matters except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Indian Preference Forms, 5-4432, for tribal members have to be taken to the Bureau of Indian Affairs and countersigned for certification; and WHEREAS, a resolution on file with the Bureau of Indian Affairs authorizing a Tribal Representative and one alternate would eliminate countersigning by the Bureau of Indian Affairs; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve Secretary/Treasurer Gene Bruno and or Mary Farrell to sign and issue Indian Preference Forms, 5-4432. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-1, as approved on the 22 day of Aug, 1995 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-2: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing FY-96 ICDBG Grant application for the construction of the Nas-Shat-Nob-Mot-Sowin Medical Facility. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTAWATOMI # 97- 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FY-96 ICDBG GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NAS-SHAT-NOB-MOT-SOWIN MEDICAL FACILITY, TO BE LOCATED ON (5) FIVE ACRES OF CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRUST LANDS. THE NAS-SHAT-NOB-MOT-SOWIN MEDICAL FACILITY, IS TO PROVIDE A COMMUNITY FACILITY DESIGNED FOR A STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION AND THE IOWA TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA AND OTHER INDIAN'S, NOT INDIGENOUS TO THE CENTRAL OKLAHOMA AREA. HEALTH PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, FUNCTIONS & SERVICES TO TRIBES WILL BE AVAILABLE TO THE TRIBES UPON COMPLETION OF THIS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. THE AMOUNT APPLIED FOR IN THE APPLICATION IS FOR ($750,000.00), SEVEN HUNDRED-FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, federally recognized as an American Indian tribe with all constitutional authority granted to the tribe under the auspices of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 & the Thomas- Rogers Act of 1936, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States of America and in the Constitution of the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation's constitution and the By-Laws provides that the Business Committee of this tribe shall be granted the powers to act on behalf of the tribe in all matters, except those which relate to claims and treaties with the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further promote tribal self-governance presently administers an Indian Health Service program for planning a 1997 Health Compact of comprehensive health services for the Nation. The new Health Compact will be physically located in the proposed newly constructed facilities. The Business Committee hereby directs the application be prepared for approval and authorized signature and immediate delivery to the U. S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, have been determined to be eligible to apply for funds for construction of community facility projects and by the completion of this project shall change a deteriorating and bleak health future from an early and unfortunate death, to a healed and healthy state of long life and wellness. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation does hereby fully endorse, support and authorize this application for funds to construct a community facility project, the project is designed to be of an enduring nature for the direct benefit of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma and countless numbers of other Indian people residing in this area. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation further directs that this construction project when the proposed project has been approved by the U. S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs Office, be accorded highest priority forthwith. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97-2 as approved on the 22-nd day of July 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps Vice-Chair (for) Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-3: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing FY-96 Grant Application Tribal Commitment in the amount of $250,000.00 for direct construction contribution. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTAWATOMI # 97 –3 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FY-96 ICDBG GRANT APPLICATION TRIBAL COMMITMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000 FOR DIRECT CONSTRUCTION CONTRIBUTION. THE NATION SHALL PROVIDE A QUALIFIED-LICENSED CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT ON A FULL-TIME SALARY WITH FULL STAFFING TO SUPERVISE THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AS SHOWN IN THE BUDGET ATTACHED WITH OTHER PROVISIONS WHICH REFLECT THE TOTAL AMOUNT CONTRIBUTED BY THE NATION FOR ($250,000.00). THE CEILING LIMIT OF $750,000.00 REQUEST IN THE APPLICATION SHALL BE DIRECTED WHOLLY TO THE ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS AND TO THE DESIGN FEES, SOILS ENGINEERING AND SURVEY. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, federally recognized as an American Indian tribe with all constitutional authority granted to the tribe under the auspices of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 & the Thomas- Rogers Act of 1936, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States of America and in the Constitution of the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation's constitution and the By-Laws provides that the Business Committee of this tribe shall be granted the powers to act on behalf of the tribe in all matters, except those which relate to claims and treaties with the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further promote tribal self-sufficiency by this resolution documents the Nation's commitment to the management and contribution to the proposed construction work from grant award effective date continuously through final inspection of all phases of the construction. The Business Committee hereby directs the resolution be prepared for approval and authorized signature and immediate delivery to the U. S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, have been determined to be eligible to apply for funds for construction of community facility projects and by the documentation of this resolution demonstrates their full commitment to a successful completion of the proposed FY-96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant program. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation does hereby fully endorse, support and authorize this resolution for committing the Nations resources to the proposed construction project. [wite-out next sentence on original] BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation further directs that this construction project when the proposed project has been approved by the U. S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs Office, be accorded highest priority forthwith. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97-3 as approved on the 22 -nd day of July 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman for Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-4: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing specific assurances and for preparing documentation to comply with requirements for the FY-96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant Program procedures. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTAWATOMI # 97- 4 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SPECIFIC ASSURANCES AND FOR PREPARING DOCUMENTATION TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FY-96 HUD-INDIAN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM PROCEDURES FOR THE PROPER MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENT OF ITEMS NOT COVERED BY A WARRANTY OR BY INSURANCE IN THE COMMUNITY FACILITY PROPOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION ON THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI TRIBAL TRUST LANDS, WITH MAINTENANCE-OPERATING PLAN & BUDGET. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, federally recognized as an American Indian tribe with all constitutional authority granted to the tribe under the auspices of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 & the Thomas- Rogers Act of 1936, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States of America and in the Constitution of the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation's constitution and the By-Laws provides that the Business Committee of this tribe shall be granted the powers to act on behalf of the tribe in all matters, except those which relate to claims and treaties with the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further facilitate the Nation's application for the FY-96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant and to provide documentation of a maintenance-operating plan and budget and by this resolution do hereby approve a maintenace-operating [misspelled on original] plan and budget for the proposed community facility as shown in the attached. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, have been determined to be eligible to apply for funds for construction of community facility projects and by the documentation of this resolution demonstrates their full commitment to comply with all application requirements for a FY- 96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation does hereby fully endorse, support and authorize this resolution for documenting a maintenance-operating plan & budget, which shall provide for proper maintenance of this facility & for repairs and replacement of all items not covered by warranty or insurance. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation further directs that this construction project when the proposed project has been approved by the U. S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs Office, be accorded highest priority forthwith. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97-4 as approved on the 22 - nd day of July 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman for Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-5: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing FY-96 ICDBG Grant application Tribal Commitment to document specific assurances to comply with application procedure requirements for completing all of the activities prior to the submittal of the application to HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant Programs-Southern Plains Office. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTAWATOMI # 97- 5 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FY-96 ICDBG GRANT APPLICATION TRIBAL COMMITMENT TO DOCUMENT SPECIFIC ASSURANCES TO COMPLY WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETING ALL OF THE ACTIVITIES PRIOR TO THE SUBMITTAL OF THE APPLICATION TO HUD-INDIAN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAMS-SOUTHERN PLAINS OFFICE REGARDING CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT FOR A COMMMUNITY FACILITY PROPOSED FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION ON TRIBAL TRUST LAND. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, federally recognized as an American Indian tribe with all constitutional authority granted to the tribe under the auspices of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 & the Thomas- Rogers Act of 1936, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States of America and in the Constitution of the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation's constitution and the By-Laws provides that the Business Committee of this tribe shall be granted the powers to act on behalf of the tribe in all matters, except those which relate to claims and treaties with the United States, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further facilitate the Nation's application for the FY-96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant and to provide documentation of activities required prior to the submittal of the application for funding, do hereby authorize the following actions; 1) Conduct public meeting, record all comments, be available to answer questions. 2) Inform tribal members of funds available for the construction project proposed. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, have been determined to be eligible to apply for funds for construction of community facility projects and by the documentation of this resolution demonstrates their full commitment to comply with all application requirements for a FY- 96 HUD-Indian Community Development Block Grant. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation does hereby fully endorse, support and authorize this resolution for documenting application requirements and will post results of the community meeting and shall consider all tribal member commentary for any modification(s) accordingly, etc. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation further directs that this construction project when the proposed project has been approved by the U. S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development, Southern Plains Indian Programs Office, be accorded highest priority forthwith. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97-5 as approved on the 22 - nd day of July 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman for Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer The Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby submits compliance assurances by Resolution # 97 - 4

97-6: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing FY-96 Indigenous Communities Program Grant Application through the Lannan Foundation for the preservation of the Potawatomi Language, Culture, and Tradition. TRANSCRIPTION: RESOLUTION POTT#97-06 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FY-96 INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION THROUGH THE LANNAN FOUNDATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THE POTAWATOMI LANGUAGE, CULTURE, AND TRADITION. THE PROPOSED GRANT PROJECT IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO ASSIST THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION IN IDENTIFYING NATIVE AMERICANS WHO ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI LANGUAGE AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF HISTORICAL LIFE SKILLS TO TRAIN SELECTED INDIVIDUALS TO TEACH THE SKILLS TO TRIBAL MEMBERS THROUGHOUT THE NATION. THE PROJECT WILL PLACE GREAT EMPHASIS ON TEACHING CHILDREN. THE AMOUNT OF THE GRANT PROPOSAL IS $60,000 FOR A TWO YEAR PERIOD. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of 1936; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and by-laws provide that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government by improving and maintaining tribal programs and activities; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to obtain the Indigenous Communities Program Grant for a two year period for the amount of $60,000. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation further directs that this Indigenous Communities Program Grant Proposal is vitally important in assuring accessibility for Tribal members to the Citizen Potawatomi Tribal Language in written, audio, and video form, thus capturing the historically true dialect of the Citizen Potawatomi people. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT#97-06, as approved on the 30st day of July, 1996, with 5 voting for, 0 voting against, 0 absent, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett. Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-7: SUMMARY: Resolution granting the Sac and Fox Nation the authority to operate the FY97 Food Distribution Program within the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal Jurisdiction. TRANSCRIPTION: [red border certificate page] THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION RESOLUTION # POTT 97-7 A RESOLUTION GRANTING THE SAC AND FOX NATION THE AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE FY '97 FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL JURISDICTION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Sac and Fox Nation is requesting authority to operate the FY '97 Food Distribution Program within the Citizen Potawatomi Nation tribal jurisdiction, for the benefit of Indian people residing in our area. [red border certificate page] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-7 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation gives the Sac and Fox Nation authority to operate the FY’97 Food Distribution Program Within the Citizen Potawatomi Tribal Jurisdiction. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-7, as approved on the 11th day of September, 1996 with 4 voting for, 1 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-8: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-08
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe
of American Indians with constitutional authority under the
Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of
1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide
that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the
power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those
relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, the following persons were voted into enrollment with the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
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Ramona Gale Blackwood Soos F 1/32 11-14-1952 Florena Gale Blackwood
M 1/16 12838
Joan Marie Francoeur Kaminski F 1/32 12-05-1930 Eligible for 1937 Roll
Caitlin Michelle Gray F 1/8 02-11-1986 Loretta M. Gray
M 1/4 08352
Kelly Colleen Gray F 1/8 07-23-1987 Loretta M. Gray
M 1/4 08352
John Burton Guess M 1/64 03-25-1945 Carrie Lee Dunham Guess
M 1/32
David Paul Guss M 5/32 05-15-1938 Lucille M. Anderson
M 5/16 00212
Judith Cay Tinney F 1/64 03-19-1957 J.C. Tinney
F 1/32 11955
Ginger Kay Myers York F 1/64 06-29-1954 Harry E. Myers
Eligible for 1937 Roll
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-08
Alfred Keith Parrish M 5/64 05-19-1926 Lucille Parrish
M 5/32 06777
Lorrie Ann Parrish Rayburn F 5/128 03-15-1953 Alfred Keith Parrish
F 5/64 13048
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the above list is a true and exact copy
of persons voted on by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation, to become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation
do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT# 97-08, as approved on the 22nd day of August, 1996 with
5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary /Treasurer

97-9: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-09
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe
of American Indians with constitutional authority under the
Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of
1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide
that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the
power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those
relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership of
the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
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Devin Ray McKee M 02-08-1996 Tina Larraine McKee M 1/8 11170
Virginia Ann Godfrey F 05-07-1993 Bret Barett Godfrey F 1/32 103397
Corrie Elizabeth
Anderson Thompson F 07-27-1976 Bill Ray Anderson F 3/64 00131
Hunter Layne Newell F 01-11-1994 Charles David Newell F 1/64 100155
Nicole Danee’ McGee F 04-20-1977 DeAnna Lisa Bertrand M 1/32 11900
Justin Lloyd-William
Bertrand M 04-09-1990 DeAnna Lisa Bertrand M 1/32 11900
Lucas Cole Reed M 01-26-1982 Curtis Lee Reed F 1/64 07329
Jacob Lee Reed M 08-19-1985 Curtis Lee Reed F 1/64 07329
Robin Rae Alleen
Watkins F 08-14-1962 Teresa Joan Wolf M 3/16 10626
Monica Noel Soos F 02-04-1973 Ramona Gale Soos M 1/32 13040
Ethan Dean Pitney M 12-04-1995 Melissa Ann Swan M 1/64 102489
Rebecca Jean Rhodd F 01-01-1977 John Patrick Rhodd F 5/32 11575
Amber Margye Anderson F 12-16-1984 Charles S. Anderson F 1/32 00143
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-09
Sherri Rena Haas F 02-05-1980 Robert Dean Haas F 5/32 10456
Eric James Henderson M 01-23-1994 Deidre S. Henderson M 5/64 103882
Ryan David Dowling M 06-17-1990 Helen Leslie Dowling M 1/32 101300
Thomas Joseph Dowling M 12-02-1991 Helen Leslie Dowling M 1/32 101300
Joshua Austin Keith M 08-19-1982 Ramona Jean Keith M 1/32 03974
Laura Ashley Keith F 03-02-1987 Ramona Jean Keith M 1/32 03974
Bonn Padilla Moore M 05-23-1986 Jackie Darryl Moore F 7/64 05934
Melissa Ila Sharples F 03-02-1991 Janet Jean Ortiz M 3/128 100656
Matthew Craig Gilbert M 09-21-1978 Gerald D. Gilbert F 1/32 03029
Taylor Kane Gilbert M 03-16-1998 Matthew C. Gilbert F
Gerald D. Gilbert GF 1/32 03029
Vanessa Brook Gilbert F 01-28-1976 Gerald D. Gilbert F 1/32 03029
Ravi Adam Basappa M 04-30-1996 Laura Ann Basappa M 1/128 01408
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to become
enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation
do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT# 97-09, as approved on the 22nd day of August, 1996 with
5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-10: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-10
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe
of American Indians with constitutional authority under the
Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of
1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide
that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the
power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those
relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership of
the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or were
eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by descendency
with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
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Mary Roselle Howes
Basham F 12-22-1961 Maurine T. Howes M 1/8 04051
Amanda Marie Kimes F 06-25-1995 Julie Ann Kimes M 1/8 12024
Audrey Anna Oden F 05-04-1996 Craig Lamar Oden F 1/16 108926
Shane Scott Bogle M 02-21-1986 Scott Andrew Bogle F 1/32 00822
Rebecca Ann Haas F 09-12-1977 Robert Dean Haas F 5/32 10456
Charles Wright
McKinney, Jr. M 02-10-1978 Charles W. McKinney F 11/64 10641
Nathan Dwayne
McKinney M 05-31-1982 Charles W. McKinney F 11/64 10641
Elise Caroline
Thompson F 02-05-1992 Barry Alan Thompson F 11/64 08948
Joshua Bryan Tipton M 12-08-1982 David Bryan Tipton F 1/32 08993

Meghan Nicole Tipton 08-18-1995 David Bryan Tipton F 1/32 08993
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-10
Belinda Robin Graham F 05-09-1981 Florena Sue Graham M
Frorena Blackwood GM 1/16 12838
Christopher Oakes
Damato M 04-23-1996 Gala Jan Damato M 1/32 06574
Annie Grace Hughes F 04-11-1996 Kenneth M. Hughey F1/64 04068
Kelly Suzanne Johnson F 01-25-1969 Charles D. Johnson F 3/64 04259
Matthew David Johnson M 04-08-1982 Charles D. Johnson F3/64 04259
Dustin Paul Ferrell M 03-02-1968 Vicki Kay Ferrell M 7/128 04009
Teale Ann Horbach F 12-06-1990 Richard N. Horbach F 1/32 101067
Tess Marie Horbach F 12-15-1992 Richard N. Horbach F 1/32 101027
Stephen Dale Roberts M 12-14-1960 Leo Thomas Roberts F 1/16 07527
Anthony Thomas Roberts M 08-19-1984 Stephen Dale Roberts F
Leo Thomas Roberts GF 1/16 07527
Jacquelyn Marie Rojas F 01-13-1995 Hollary Rojas M 1/64 101594
Madison Kennedy Eyster M 05-16-1996 Teresa Ann Kennedy M 1/16 100697
Jeffrey Dean Johnson M 06-21-1968 Carol J. Watson M 3/64 00137
Lisa Legenia Johnson F 09-24-1970 Carol J. Watson M 3/64 00137
Jacqueline Azhen
French F 12-08-1990 David Bruce French F 1/64 10414
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to become
enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation
do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT# 97-10, as approved on the 22nd day of August, 1996 with
5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-11: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-11
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe
of American Indians with constitutional authority under the
Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of
1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide
that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the
power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those
relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership of
the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or were
eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by descendency
with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Joshua Papewewin
French M 05-06-1993 David Bruce French F 1/64 10414
Heather Dawn Glasgow F 08-23-1978 James Glasgow, Jr. F 1/16 03054
Christina Ann Glasgow
Woolwine F 06-16-1972 James Glasgow, Jr. F 1/16 03054
Bethany Nicole
Sullivan F 10-04-1995 Gena Cay Snow M 1/32 100705
Kelly Rena Hobgood
Dean-Belt F 03-27-1968 Sandra L. Goad M 1/32 06007
Kayla Ann Bogges F 11-10-1995 Donald Scott Bogges F 1/128 103133
Nikia Marie
DelosSantos F 03-14-1990 Joana D. DelosSantos M 1/8 06823
Randi Lynn
DelosSantos M 04-27-1993 Joana D. DelosSantos M 1/8 06823
Laura Renee Atwater F 06-03-1996 Cheryl A. Atwater M 1/128 06152
Nickolas Niles Clark M 04-16-1996 David Wayne Clark F 1/8 13000
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-11
Traci Marie Rowell F 07-09-1980 Kim Marie Rowell M 1/32 06952
Jonathan Christan
Lindley M 06-26-1979 Judith Cay Tinney M 1/64 13046
James Alexander
Lindley M 08-06-1982 Judith Cay Tinney M 1/64 13046
Rhonda Kay Rowland
Renteria F 06-20-1966 Grace L. Rowland M 3/64 07643
Nicole Grace Rowland F 07-11-1986 Rhonda Kay Renteria M
Grace L. Rowland GM 3/64 07643
Jessup Bernerd
Renteria M 10-21-1993 Rhonda Kay Renteria M
Grace L. Rowland GM 3/64 07643
Cynthia Ann Castaneda
Viegas F 11-07-1968 Antonio Castaneda F 1/16 01440
Charlene Marie Viegas F 12-24-1986 Cynthia A. Viegas M
Antonio Castaneda GF 1/16 01440
Joseph Fernando Viegas M 02-08-1990 Cynthia A. Viegas M
Antonio Castaneda GF 1/16 01440
Harry Benjamin York M 09-14-1972 Ginger Kay York M 1/64 13047
Terry Eugene York M 06-28-1977 Ginger Kay York M 1/64 13047
Joseph DeWayne Broyles M 06-23-1996 James R. Broyles F 1/16 101088
Kathryn Marie Rosewitz F 10-09-1995 Paul R. Rosewitz F 1/64 100029
Karla Marlene Patin F 12-21-1988 Christie M. Fugett M 7/128 02898
Kaitlyn Marie Patin F 12-21-1988 Christie M. Fugett M 7/128 02098
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to become
enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation
do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT# 97-11, as approved on the 22nd day of August, 1996 with
5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-12: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-12
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the
Thomas-Rogers Act of 1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized
by treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be
granted the power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all
matters except those relating to claims or treaties with the
United States; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership of
the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or were
eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Kasey Ann Reish F 02-26-1979 Julie Gay Rawdon M 1/32 08502
Nicole Marie Smith F 01-09-1996 Dale Louis Smith F 3/32 08336
Anna Del Schroeder F 02-14-1996 Marianne Schroeder M 1/32 12976
Sarah Elizabeth Herman F 08-02-1977 Sally Marie Herman M 1/16 00370
Eli Matthew Herman M 04-07-1980 Sally Marie Herman M 1/16 00370
Jeremy Lee Packer M 04-07-1985 Gene Ann Packer M 1/8 08457
Jason Thomas Packer M 04-29-1987 Gene Ann Packer M 1/8 08457
Shane Alexander Packer M 10-23-1988 Gene Ann Packer M 1/8 08457
Mariah Kendra Packer F 01-27-1991 Gene Ann Packer M 1/8 08457
Melissa Anne Bazhaw F 12-25-1981 Robert E. Bazhaw F 1/16 00533
Craig Mitchell Bazhaw M 04-22-1986 Robert E. Bazhaw F 1/16 00533
Sarah Marie Skinner F 06-03-1971 Jeffrey K. Skinner F 1/128 100889
Harrison Grier Schwab M 12-05-1995 April Grace Sturm M 1/128 101177
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-12
Valerie Renee Bennett F 01-01-1980 Murry Samuel Frapp F 5/32 02863
Murry Earl Frapp M 12-15-1981 Murry Samuel Frapp F 5/32 02863
Brady Taylor Williams M 01-09-1996 Cassandra Williams M 7/64 101082
Michael David Anthony
Bruce M 04-28-1968 Marian Sue Bruce M 5/32 04106
Brittany Ranae Bruce F 11-16-1986 Michael D.A. Bruce F
Marian Sue Bruce GM 5/32 04106
Michael David Anthony
Bruce, Jr. M 05-05-1989 Michael D.A. Bruce F
Marian Sue Bruce GM 5/32 04106
Daniel Joseph Bruce M 04-19-1990 Michael D.A. Bruce F
Marian Sue Bruce GM 5/32 04106
Kenneth Eugene Bruce M 12-25-1969 Marian Sue Bruce M 5/32 04106
Austin Louis-Wayne
Upton M 11-06-1995 Jimmy Wayne Upton F 1/64 106615
Candice Suzzanne
Forthman M 06-13-1982 Teena Gay Forthman M 1/16 09453
Marlon David Bradfield M 01-03-1996 LaneIl Bradfield M 1/64 01884
Amy Michelle Bradley F 05-16-1977 Joanne Holum M 7/64 11337
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-12, as approved on the 22nd day of August,
1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-13: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-13
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe
of American Indians with constitutional authority under the
Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and the Thomas-Rogers Act of
1936; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi
Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi
history and organized self government since time immemorial,
sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide
that the Business Committee of the Tribe shall be granted the
power to act on behalf of the Tribe in all matters except those
relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership of
the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Adam Owen Holum M 03-31-1979 Joanne Holum M 7/64 11337
Jessica Lynn Holum F 12-11-1980 Joanne Holum M 7/74 11337
Brandon Wayne Coon M 02-15-1996 Terry Leonard Coon F 1/128 01820
Michael Shane Thompson M 01-15-1980 Billie L. Thompson M 5/128 04481
Coltara Marie Olson F 05-18-1981 Kenneth F. Olson F 5/32 06647
Jackie Diane Olson F 11-17-1982 Kenneth F. Olson F 5/32 06647
Leginia Marie Miller F 10-22-1978 Nancy Jean Miller M 3/64 08167
Joseph Lindsay
Quinnett M 02-23-1978 Deanna Sue Quinnett M 1/64 05361
Deanna Michelle
Quinnett F 04-08-1982 Deanna Sue Quinnett M 1/64 05361
Dakota Lavonne Brown F 09-19-1991 Deborah Weatherford M 1/64 104618
Bryant Wayne Martin M 02-16-1991 Larry Wayne Martin F 1/32 102979
James Allen Eudaily M 12-23-1984 Brenda Joan Eudaily M 1/64 12240
Shawna Marie Summerlin
Chapman F 11-24-1969 Patricia Summerlin M 1/8 00756
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-13
Michaela Nicole Lovitt F 12-28-1988 Sean Norman Lovitt F 1/16 103216
Marie Irene Binney F 01-01-1976 Gerald Ray Binney F 1/64 00695
Robert Ray Binney M 09-30-1978 Gerald Ray Binney F 1/64 00695
Teresa Renee Binney F 07-05-1980 Gerald Ray Binney F 1/64 00695
Kathryn Ann Binney F 11-11-1983 Gerald Ray Binney F 1/64 00695
Sadie Dawn Warner F 03-31-1989 Gisele Ann Munoz M 1/8 11105
Alex Joseph Bauer M 06-25-1996 Gisele Ann Munoz M 1/8 11105
Tayler ReAnn Mary
Don McGirt F 04-17-1996 Quentin B. McGirt F 7/64 101744
Ruth Ann Freeland
Corona F 12-29-1979 Lorrie Ann Rayburn M 5/128 13049
Abigail Elizabeth
Freeland F 01-13-1984 Lorrie Ann Rayburn M 5/128 13049
Israel David Kenneth
Augustine Freeland M 11-03-1985 Lorrie Ann Rayburn M 5/128 13049
Rebekah Miriam Parrish F 02-03-1990 Lorrie Ann Rayburn M 5/128 13049
Christopher Thomas
Almond M 02-04-1983 Sally J. Almond M 11/64 03811
Katie Elizabeth Estep F 12-28-1993 John Edward Estep F 1/32 02611
Jimmie Edward Lowe M 12-10-1961 Thomas J. Lowe F 1/16 05244
Evan Ryan Austin M 11-08-1992 Lori Ann Austin M 1/64 104033
Allyson Elaine Rumsey F 12-21-1977 Markeeta L. Little M 1/64 00443
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to become
enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation
do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT# 97-13, as approved on the 22nd day of August, 1996 with
5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-14: SUMMARY: Resolution by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation to adopt the Investment Management Policy of October 1995, and amended May 1996 and September 1996. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of seal on original] RESOLUTION# POTT 97-14 A RESOLUTION BY THE BUSINESS COMMITTEE OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI INDIAN TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA, HEREAFTER KNOWN AS THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, TO ADOPT THE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT POLICY OF OCTOBER, 1995, AND AMENDED MAY, 1996 AND SEPTEMBER, 1996. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, on August 9, 1995 the Business Committee by Resolution POTT #96-5 requested the release of all judgement funds by the Secretary of the Interior for management by the tribe, and WHEREAS, Resolution POTT #96-5 indicated that a management plan would be developed for Secretarial consideration, and WHEREAS, an Investment Management Policy was formulated in October 1995 and amended in May, 1996 and September, 1996. RESOLUTION # POTT 97-14 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT pursuant to requirements of The American Indian Trust Funds Management Reform Act of 1994, the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby approves the Investment Management Policy of October, 1995 and Amended May, 1996 and September, 1996. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do Hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-14, as approved on the 11th day of September, 1996, with 4 voting for, 0 voting against, 1 absent, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-15: SUMMARY: Resolution appointing John A. Barrett, Jr., as a representative of the CPN for the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority Board of Directors. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of seal on original] RESOLUTION# POTT 97-15 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOHN A. BARRETT, JR., AS A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION FOR THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Business Committee desires for John A. Barrett, Jr., be appointed as a representative of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation for the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority Board of Directors. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT John A. Barrett, Jr., is appointed as a representative for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation for the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority Board of Directors. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-15, as approved on the 4th day of September, 1996, with 4 voting for, 0 voting against, 0 absent, and 1 abstentions. Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-16: SUMMARY: Resolution in support of the Chickasaw Nation continuing to serve as health provider for the CPN at the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of seal on original] RESOLUTION# POTT 97-16 A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE CHICKASAW NATION CONTINUING TO SERVE AS HEALTH PROVIDER FOR THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION AT THE CARL ALBERT INDIAN HEALTH FACILITY. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation now is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26,1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS , the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government by improving and maintaining tribal programs and activities; and WHEREAS, the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility is located in Ada, Oklahoma, inside the external boundaries of the Chickasaw Nation, and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-16 PAGE# 2 WHEREAS, the Chickasaw Nation has expressed its desire to assume the operations, programs and services provided through and by the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility and the Ada Service Unit under either the authority of Public Law 93-638, as amended, or through a tribal self-governance compact, and WHEREAS, the Chickasaw Nation believes that it can improve upon the quality of services provided to all of the Indian people who rely upon that facility for their health care needs, WHEREAS, these authorities will remain in effect until such time as the Business Committee chooses to withdraw said authorization, and by subsequent resolution, and; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation of Oklahoma fully supports and endorses the Chickasaw Nation's assumption of the operations, programs and services of the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility/Ada Service Unit through the provisions of either a contract under the authority of Public Law 93-638, as amended, or by a tribal self-governance compact to include the care of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal members for one year. We the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Pott # 97-16, as approved or the 11th day of September, 1996, with 4 voting for, 0, voting against, [as shown on original] and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasure [as shown on original]

97-17: SUMMARY: Resolution by the CPN requesting a Mature Contract Status Agreement with the Indian Health Service, Oklahoma City Area, to provide for P.L. 93-638, Indian Self-Determination funds to be used for the program pharmacy October 1, 1996, Contract # 246-93-0029. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-17 A RESOLUTION BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION REQUESTING A MATURE CONTRACT STATUS AGREEMENT WITH THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, OKLAHOMA CITY AREA, TO PROVIDE FOR P.L. 93-638 INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE PROGRAM PHARMACY OCTOBER 1,1996, [as shown on original] CONTRACT # 246-93-0029 WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation now is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Inidan [misspelled on original] Welfare Act of June 26,1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitition [misspelled on original] and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matter on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation is interested in the further development of tribal capabilities for operations of Pharmacy services for the benefit of all the tribal members, and; WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation is fully aware of its options of contracts and has hereby chosen to renew for a Mature Contract Status for the Pharmacy contract #246-93-0029 effective October 1, 1996 and; RESOLUTION # POTT 97-17 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, There is a need to provide Pharmacy Services, a drug and health education and a medication monitoring program, and; WHEREAS, The Pharmacy Program has been in existence for three years and has had no significant and material audit exceptions in the annual financial audit of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, and; WHEREAS, These authorities will remain in effect until such time as the Business Committee chooses to withdraw said authorization, and by subsequent resolution, and; WHEREAS, The Business Committee reserves the right to review any documents and any amendments prior to the signature by the designated person; J.D. Colbert, Tribal Administrator, and; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests Mature status for the Pharmacy Contract # 246-93-0029 to the Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service P.L. 93-638 Funds for a Mature contract Status for the Pharmacy Program, contract # 246-93- 0029 CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true exact copy of Resolution Pot# 97-17, as approved on the 11th day of September 1996, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 [correction made on original] absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-18: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing the dissolution of the Central Tribes of the Shawnee Area Enterprises, Inc. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-18 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF THE CENTRAL TRIBES OF THE SHAWNEE AREA ENTERPRISES, INC. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the CTSA Board of Directors has scheduled a meeting to consider calling a meeting of the shareholders to approve a plan of dissolution; and WHEREAS, the Potawatomi believe that it is in the best interest of the Potawatomi that CTSA be dissolved; and WHEREAS, the Potawatomi approve the Board of Director's calling of the meeting of the shareholders and the shareholders voting to dissolve CTSA; RESOLUTION# POTT 97-18 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT J.D. Colbert and/or Bob Trousdale are authorized to attend the Board of Directors meeting and the shareholders meeting on behalf of the Potawatomi and to vote the Potawatomi shares of stock in CTSA consistent with this Resolution. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-18, as approved on the 25th day of September, 1996, with 3 voting for, 0 voting against, 2 absent, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-19: SUMMARY: Resolution to acknowledge the week of October 14 through 20, 1996, as American Indian Week in the State of Texas, and to honor our Tribal friends the Alabama-Coushatta Nation in their quest to achieve good health and wellness for their Tribal members. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-19 A RESOLUTION TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 14 THROUGH 20, 1996 AS AMERICAN INDIAN WEEK IN THE STATE OF TEXAS, AND TO HONOR OUR TRIBAL FRIENDS THE ALABAMA-COUSHATTA NATION IN THEIR QUEST TO ACHIEVE GOOD HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR THEIR TRIBAL MEMBERS. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the presiding Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes that Texas is the home of approximately 65,000 Indian people which represents number seven of the ten states with the largest Indian population, and WHEREAS, Lu Ellis, Director of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Regional Office in Houston, Texas has a desire to assist the Alabama-Coushatta Nation with friendship and support. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is aware that the Alabama-Coushatta Nation has great concern for the health and wellness of their people as do all members of Texas Indian Tribes. RESOLUTION # POTT 97-19 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation membership does hereby fully appreciate and support the implementation of an American Indian Week in the State of Texas during October 14 through 20, 1996 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes the efforts of the Alabama-Couchatta [as spelled on original] and all Indian people in helping to organize American Indian Week. The Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation sends gratitude and well wishes to those involved with the festivities of the week. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-19, as approved on the 10th day of October, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman

97-20: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing the Chairman to give the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma notice to desist from purporting to exercise general jurisdiction over lands within the Potawatomi Reservation boundaries. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-20 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN TO GIVE THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA NOTICE TO DESIST FROM PURPORTING TO EXERCISE GENERAL JURISDICTION OVER LANDS WITHIN THE POTAWATOMI RESERVATION BOUNDARIES WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Potawatomi purchased a thirty square mile Reservation in Indian Territory (""Potawatomi Reservation"") consistent with the Treaty with the Potawatomi of 1867 [italicized on original] (15 Stats. 521); and WHEREAS, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (""Absentee Shawnee"") does not now have and never has had a reservation with boundaries similar to the Potawatomi Reservation; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-20 PAGE #2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, nevertheless, has consistently and illegally treated the Absentee Shawnee as jointly sharing with the Potawatomi in said Potawatomi Reservation; and WHEREAS, the Indian Claims Commission has determined that ""It is undisputed that the Absentee Shawnee's possession of such Oklahoma lands were not ‘locations made for them’ by the Government;"" that the Absentee Shawnee were, ""in the nature of squatters’ whose possession was neither from time immemorial nor was their possession of lands within the Oklahoma Reservation obtained under any color of title or recognition of ownership by the Congress or the exclusive branch of the Government or by the Citizen Band."" Citizen Band of Potawatomi Indians of Oklahoma v. United States of America, [italicized on original] Docket No. 96, 6 Ind. Cl. Comm 646, 664-665 (Sept 18, 1956) (opinion of the commission); and WHEREAS, a United States District Court has declared that there is ""no treaty or agreement with A-S Tribe, Act of Congress, Executive Order, purchase or any other act setting apart land within the boundaries of the Potawatomi Reservation for the use of the A-S Tribe"" Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma v. Collier, [italicized on original] Case No. CIV- 92-2161-R (W. D. Okla.); and WHEREAS, the Absentee Shawnee have asserted jurisdiction over people and activities occurring within the Potawatomi Reservation boundaries though such persons and activities are exclusively within the jurisdiction of the Potawatomi; and WHEREAS, any such purported exercise of jurisdiction on lands or over persons within the Potawatomi Reservation shall be considered a criminal act and shall be punished within the courts of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation; and WHEREAS, for the reasons previously enumerated, the Absentee Shawnee should be given notice to cease asserting jurisdiction over land and people within the Potawatomi Reservation except for lands held in trust by the United States for the Absentee Shawnee or lands held in trust for individual Absentee Shawnee allotees; RESOLUTION# POTT 97-20 PAGE# 3 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Chairman of the Business Committee is hereby authorized to give written notice to the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma to cease exercising purported civil and criminal jurisdiction within the Potawatomi Reservation boundaries except for lands held in trust by the United States for the Absentee Shawnee or lands held in trust for individual Absentee Shawnee allotees. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-20, as approved on the 10th day of October, 1996, with 5 voting for, 0 voting against, 0 absent, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer
Attachment.1-Faxed copy of Resolution 97-20.

97-21: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting the National Congress of American Indians to adopt a Resolution supporting the Original Language defining 'An Indian Tribe' as set forth in Public Law 101-601, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Section 2 (7). TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-21 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE NATIONAL CONGRESS OF AMERICAN INDIANS TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ORIGINAL LANGUAGE DEFINING 'AN INDIAN TRIBE' AS SET FORTH IN PUBLIC LAW 101-601, NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT (NAGPRA), SECTION 2(7) WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has, through a history of organized self- government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, The Review Committee of Native American Graves Repatriation Act proposes to adopt a recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior to change the definition of ""an Indian Tribe"" as stated in Public Law 101-601, The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) to allow non-federally recognized Native American groups to claim native American human remains and cultural objects, and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation views this action by the NAGPRA Review Committee as a violation of tribal sovereignty and a threat to the fundamental religious rights and customs of the Citizen Potawatomi RESOLUTION # 97-21 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION Nation, and is contrary to the intent of Congress in the passage of the NAGPRA law, and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests the National Congress of American Indians to adopt a resolution opposing this action by the NAGPRA Review Committee because it will affect the rights of every federally recognized Native American Tribe and is therefore of primary interest to the NCAI, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, that The National Congress of American Indians is requested to pass a resolution opposing the change in the definition of ""an Indian tribe"" as proposed by the NAGPRA Review Committee, and supporting the original language in the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution #POTT 97-21, as approved on the 23rd day of October 1996, with 4 voting for, and 0 voting opposed and 1 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Gene Bruno Secretary/Treasurer

97-22: SUMMARY: Resolution directing the BIA of Trust Funds Management to liquidate all securities in the portfolio of the CPN prior to the agreed upon trust funds withdrawal, and authorizing Larry Briggs to serve as the Nation's agent in the approval of the liquidation sales. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-22 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS OFFICE OF TRUST FUNDS MANAGEMENT TO LIQUIDATE ALL SECURITIES IN THE PORTFOLIO OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION PRIOR TO THE AGREED UPON TRUST FUNDS WITHDRAWAL, AND AUTHORIZING LARRY BRIGGS TO SERVE AS THE NATION'S AGENT IN THE APPROVAL OF THE LIQUIDATION SALES WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has, through a history of organized self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has complied with all requirements for the withdrawal and management of its trust funds pursuant to P.L. 103-412, and all necessary negotiations have taken place between the Tribe's Certified Public Accountant, Jim Denton of John Arledge and Associates, Mr. Larry Briggs of the tribe's bank, First National Bank and Trust, and Mr. Joe Weller and Mr. Bob Upton of the BIA Office of Trust Funds Management, and RESOLUTION #97-22 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation that the transfer of trust funds take place in the form of a cash transfer of the proceeds of a liquidation of all of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation's portfolio, and such liquidation take place in time to transfer the funds no later than November 15, 1996, and WHEREAS, Mr. Larry Briggs is appointed as agent for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation to approve the sales price of all the securities to be liquidated prior to transfer of the cash proceeds to the First National Bank and Trust, Shawnee, Oklahoma, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Citizen Potawatomi Nation directs the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Trust Funds Management to liquidate the entire portfolio of the Nation's trust funds prior to transfer to the First National Bank and Trust, Shawnee, Oklahoma with Larry Briggs acting as the Nation's agent for approval of the sales prices of the liquidated securities. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution #POTT 97-22, as approved on the 1 day of November 1996, with 5 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Gene Bruno Secretary/Treasurer

97-23: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing a P.L. 93-638 Title I Contract with the Indian Health Service for provision of health programs, activities, services and functions heretofore provide by the Indian Health Service Shawnee Service Unit and associated funding including Tribal shares and proportionate shares for Indians Non-Indigenous to the IHS Shawnee Service Unit area, and repealing Resolution POTT #96-74. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-23 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A P.L. 93-638 TITLE I CONTRACT WITH THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE FOR PROVISION OF HEALTH PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS HERETOFORE PROVIDED BY THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE SHAWNEE SERVICE UNIT AND ASSOCIATED FUNDING INCLUDING TRIBAL SHARES AND PROPORTIONATE SHARES FOR INDIANS NON-INDIGENOUS TO THE IHS SHAWNEE SERVICE UNIT AREA, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION POTT #96-74. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, desiring to further a spirit of Indian Self- Determination under Title I of the Act, hereby submits this resolution for authority to enter into a contract agreement, effective December 3, 1996, with the Indian Health Service for assumption of responsibilities to provide health programs, services, functions and any necessary activities to carry out a health delivery system for the benefit of Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal members and for non-indigenous Indians residing in the IHS Shawnee Service Unit area; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-23 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, pursuant to P.L. 93-638 as amended, by this resolution action do hereby make claim specifically for this Nation's share of funds at the Shawnee Service Unit, the Oklahoma City Area Office of Indian Health Service and funding at Headquarters-Indian Health Service, Rockville, MD., with the further stipulation that funds identified as ""Environmental"" are to remain intact under Indian Health Service Management; and WHEREAS, the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby directs those funds identified as the Nation's share of funds now managed by the Indian Health Service be transferred immediately or as soon as practicable prior to December 3, 1996, a contract agreement subject to the stipulation stated in the foregoing paragraph regarding ""Environmental""funds; and [as typed on original] WHEREAS, the Business Committee further directs that the Indian Health Service shall make available to the contract agreement those fundings for transitional costs, indirect costs, contract support costs (both direct & indirect), and those costs deemed to be necessary for start-up, be made an integral part of this contract agreement, and also that these funds be included in a health compact under self-governance at the appropriate time; and WHEREAS, Resolution Pott #96-74, previously submitted, authorized a contract by a consortium including the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma and the consortium no longer exists, therefore Resolution Pott #96-74 should be repealed; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Business Committee authorized a P.L. 93-638 contract with the Indian Health Service for provision of health programs, activities, services and functions heretofore provided by the Indian Health Service Shawnee Service Unit and associated funding including Tribal Share and proportionate Shares for Indians non-indigenous to the IHS Shawnee Service Unit area, and repeals Resolution POTT #96-74. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-23, as approved on the 16th day of November, 1996, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman

97-24: SUMMARY: Resolution changing the Quarterly Business Committee Meeting from Thursday, November 28, 1996 to December 2, 1996. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-24 A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE QUARTERLY BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING FROM THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1996 TO DECEMBER 2, 1996. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution, Article 14, Section 1 states that the regular quarterly meeting of the Business Committee shall be held the last Thursday in February, May, August and November; and WHEREAS, the last Thursday in November is Thanksgiving Day, the quarterly Business Committee meeting shall be held December 2, 1996; NOW RESOLUTION # POTT 97-24 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the quarterly Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve the meeting date of December 2, 1996. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-24, as approved on the 20th day of November, 1996, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-25: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to the relinquishment of Frankie Jo Serna. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-25 A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO THE RELINQUISHMENT OF FRANKIE JO SERNA WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, tribal member, Frankie Jo Serna, DOB 07-04-1952, has through formal request, notarized and signed by Frankie Jo Serna, expressed her desire to relinquish her membership with the Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation in order to enroll with the Prairie Band Potawatomi. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve the relinquishment of Frankie Jo Serna. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-25, as approved on the 2 day of Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno Secretary/Treasurer

97-26: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-26
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of
June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since
time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal
tradition and recognized by treaties with the United
States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, the following persons were voted into enrollment with the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Debra Lynn Jones Burks F 1/32 06-04-1955 Dennis Dale Jones
Eligible for 1937 Roll
Marya D. Tittle Murr F 1/32 11-28-1956 Mona D. Tittle
M 1/16 09000
Judith Ann Guss Griffin F 5/32 07-05-1941 Lucille M. Anderson
M 5/16 00212
Erlyn Jane Graham Howard F 1/32 01-31-1948 Elsie E. Lewis Graham
Eligible for 1937 Roll
Timothy Louis Guss M 5/32 04-25-1943 Lucille M. Anderson
M 5/16 00212
Richard Francis Nourie M 1/32 04-07-1921 Sherman C. Nourie
F 1/16 10979
Linda Faye Darvin F 1/64 03-11-1953 Mary F. Darvin
Wallace M 1/32 12521
RESOLUTION # 97-26 PAGE# 2
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Carla Ellen Holmesley F 1/64 08-18-1948 Edna C. Taylor
Dillon M 1/32 03936
Henry Berton M 1/64 11-10-1942 Henry Berton Richard
Richard, Jr. Eligible for 1937 Roll
Tammy Lynn Millage F 1/64 12-30-1960 Gladys Jolene Lockwood
Nelson M 1/32 05772
Bret Alan Brower M 7/128 02-01-1959 Billy Ray Houston, Sr.
F 7/64 04003
Laura Marie Brown Cueto F 3/256 05-05-1961 Robert Fredrick Brown
F 3/128 12011
John Keith Parrish M 5/128 11-13-1956 Alfred Keith Parrish
F 5/64 13048
Mary Gabrielle Dunn F 1/32 06-23-1930 Herline Francour Dunn
Spencer M 1/16 10907
Daniel Noble Clayton M 1/64 12-23-1948 Anna R. Moore Clayton
Eligible for 1937 Roll
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the above list is a true and exact
copy of persons voted on by the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation, to become enrolled members of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-26, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and
0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-27: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-27
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Ryan Lee Coots 05-27-1987 Robert Lee Coots F 1/16 01840
Taryn Nichole Coots 08-07-1991 Robert Lee Coots F 1/16 01840
Casey Anne Murr 09-28-1993 Marya D. Murr M 1/32 13051
Corey Ruth Murr 04-05-1996 Marya D. Murr M 1/32 13051
Mary Elizabeth Jager 07-09-1983 Michael Lee Jager F 1/32 10533
RESOLUTION # 97-27 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Catherine Anne Jager 07-14-1987 Michael Lee Jager F 1/32 10533
Rianna Danielle' Lee
Long 11-16-1992 Morris L. Long F 11/64 05228
Kole Hamilton Alderman 09-30-1992 Jenifer K. O'Connor M 1/16 102896
Frank Joseph Howard 07-20-1975 Erlyn Jane Howard M 1/32 13053
Joseph Wade LaReau 06-10-1966 John Joseph LaReau F 1/16 04890
Rhiannon Amelia
Shepherd 02-06-1989 Shawn Q. Shepherd F 1/32 12247
Kirk Morris Lydick 02-03-1974 Connie Sue Kief M 1/32 01800
Zeke Owen Threlkeld 12-24-1995 Alex J. Threlkeld F 1/64 108470
Cody Nathaniel Green 06-27-1996 Amanda Ann Green M 3/128 103342
Sharra Lynn Hull 10-22-1967 David William Hull F 5/32 04079
Spencer Lee Cavender 06-16-1981 Steven L. Cavender F 7/64 01469
Tracy Lynn Cavender 11-01-1986 Steven L. Cavender F 7/64 01469
Torrey Rhea Raulston 08-18-1995 David Gene Raulston F 1/512 102123
Mary Kate Vieux 02-01-1975 Nickie V. Vieux F 17/128 09247
Timothy Joseph Olson 10-01-1995 Lance Ryan Olson F 1/64 109116
Miles Leland Marxer 07-15-1983 Carolyn J. Marxer M 1/32 10849
Nicklaus Ryan Marxer 07-15-1983 Carolyn J. Marxer M 1/32 10849
Marion Frances Marxer 11-01-1990 Carolyn J. Marxer M 1/32 10849
Chelsea Rae Marxer 10-09-1992 Carolyn J. Marxer M 1/32 10849
Michael Benjamin
Marxer 08-26-1995 Carolyn J. Marxer M 1/32 10849
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-27, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-28: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-28
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Sara Nicole Diane
Lawson 02-13-1982 Judith D. Lawson N 1/32 04921
Erica Lynne Hull 04-24-1969 Ralph Eugene Hull F 5/32 04104
Joseph Scott Fox 11-12-1985 Bill David Fox F 1/32 107169
Jeremy Lee Fox 11-24-1987 Bill David Fox F 1/32 107169
RESOLUTION # 97-28 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Joshua Dewayne Fox 08-26-1989 Bill David Fox F 1/32 107169
Megann Alaina Smith 02-25-1980 Susan Elaine Smith M 3/64 03156
Nicholas Christian
Smith 04-06-1985 Susan Elaine Smith M 3/64 03156
Christopher Lee
Lawrenz 09-15-1961 Danielle D. Lawrenz M 1/32 12966
Devin Von Wallace 01-20-1991 Linda Faye Darvin M 1/64 13056
Jared Eugene Brokaw 11-15-1983 Terry Lynne Brokaw M 1/64 12818
Chloe Rachea Brokaw 03-24-1986 Terri Lynne Brokaw M 1/64 12818
Tyler Alvin Kline 09-14-1995 Toni Elizabeth Kline M 3/128 100774
Dane Thomas Sessions 04-26-1992 Kenton C. Sessions F 3/64 101508
Frank Castaneda 01-14-1963 Frank J. Castaneda F 1/16 01441
Frank Joseph 01-23-1988 Frank Castaneda F
Castaneda, Jr. Frank J. Castaneda GF 1/16 01441
Justin Anthony 03-03-1989 Frank Castaneda F
Castaneda Frank J. Castaneda GF 1/16 01441
Toria LeeAnn Williams 10-17-1995 Richard P. Williams F 1/32 10838
Jarred Cole Bratcher 10-16-1991 Kari Shere Kinslow M 1/128 102291
Brandon Taylor Gurley 12-15-1987 Linda Lou Gurley M 17/128 06310
Austin Michael Gurley 01-23-1991 Linda Lou Gurley M 17/128 06310
Warren Charles Hunter
Bennett 12-09-1993 Melissa Ann Bennett M 1/16 101384
Susan Lynn Moore 07-03-1969 Vernon Ray Moore F 1/16 05932
Chelsee Paige
Roberson 09-29-1995 David E. Roberson F 1/16 104343
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-28, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-29: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-29
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
John Eric Guess 08-08-1972 John Burton Guess F 1/64 13044
Matthew Dwayne Kelley 06-29-1988 Jackie Roy Kelley F 5/128 04483
Kaitlyn Ann Kelley 07-15-1996 Matthew D. Kelley F
Jackie Roy Kelley GF 5/128 04483
RESOLUTION #97-29 PAGE# [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Kayla Jan Kelley 07-5-1996 Matthew D. Kelley F
Jackie Roy Kelley GF 5/128 04483
Naomi Ruth Risinger
Jones 07-28-1963 Nita J. Risinger M 1/8 07502
Myranda Jean Hilliard 09-09-1994 Lisa R. Hilliard M 1/64 100435
Kristin Nicole
Williams 06-19-1992 John Williams, Jr. F 1/64 102652
Shelby Renee Williams 01-24-1994 John Williams, Jr. F 1/64 102652
Robert Lee Thurlkill 11-10-1966 Andrea R. Thurlkill M 1/32 05743
Amanda Ann Thurlkill 11-03-1989 Robert Lee Thurkill F
Andrea H. Thurlkill GM 1/32 05743
Stephen Thomas
Thurlkill 07-28-1968 Andrea R. Thurlkill M 1/32 05743
Kaitlynn Suzanne
Thurlkill 04-23-1994 Stephen T. Thurlkill F
Andrea R. Thurlkill GM 1/32 05743
David Michael
Thurlkill 01-21-1970 Andrea R. Thurlkill M 1/32 05743
David Thomas
Thurlkill 06-07-1988 David M. Thurlkill F
Andrea R. Thurlkill GM 1/32 05743
Sheila Dee Swarb
Williams 11-12-1970 Terry Glen Swarb F 5/256 08792
Ryan Glenn Williams 12-19-1992 Sheila Dee Williams M
Terry Glen Swarb GF 5/256 08792
Terry Christine
Williams 10-13-1994 Sheila Dee Williams M
Terry Glen Swarb GF 5/256 08792
Eric Wayne Roberts 08-31-1978 Michel M. Roberts M 1/16 02148
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-29, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
Absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-30: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-30
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Tristen Kole Killman 07-11-1996 Kelle R. Killman M 1/128 103621
Madalynne Nicole Melot 06-27-1996 Jason Wynne Melot F 1/16 100056
Tiffanie Sue Lydick 02-24-1977 Connie Sue Kief M 1/32 01800
RESOLUTION PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
William Kristopher
Branch 11-21-1994 Dorothy Lynn Branch M 3/64 102023
Kaitlyn Elizabeth
Pitt 10-07-1993 Kenneth Allen Pitt F 1/128 101872
Lauren Taylor Rachael
Ross 01-22-1996 Lane Lee Ross F 1/16 106884
Francesca Marie
Escobedo 05-14-1988 Cynthia A. Escobedo M 1/32 108832
Lindsey Michelle
Escobedo 07-14-1992 Cynthia A. Escobedo M 1/32 108832
Jesse Robert Gragg 06-06-1995 Geroge Wayne Gragg F 3/16 10415
Cleve James
Francoeur, Jr. 07-10-1961 Cleve J. Francoeur F 1/32 13037
Cynthia Brooke Bell 04-21-1995 Lewis Dirk Bell F 1/128 103156
Shelly Delenn Swarb
O’Briant 01-22-1973 Terry Glenn Swarb F 1/32 08792
Devin Nicole O’Briant 07-25-1994 Shelly D. O’ Briant M
Terry Glenn Swarb GF 1/32 08792
Kimberly Rene' West 09-05-1974 Robert Fred West F 1/32 09591
Kevin Coleman Fagan 02-12-1971 Marygene F. Fagan M 1/8 01731
Bree Daniell Evans 01-10-1974 Connie Verle Evans M 1/32 12082
Lyndsay Nicole Evans 10-03-1976 Connie Verle Evans M 1/32 12082
Richard Randall
Precure 01-19-1962 Robert E. Precure F 1/32 07181
Lynda Gail Precure
Barnes 06-04-1964 Robert E. Precure F 1/32 07181
Amy Susan Precure 10-30-1970 Robert E. Precure F 1/32 07181
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT#97-30, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-31: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-31
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Dawn Michelle Purves
Boyes 04-13-1989 Susan Kay Boyes M 1/16 00631
Ian Daniel Purves
Boyes 09-26-1990 Susan Kay Boyes M 1/16 00631
Kevin Stuart Purves
Boyes 12-30-1991 Susan Kay Boyes M 1/16 00631
RESOLUTION #97-31 PAGE# [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Jennifer Susan Purves
Boyes 01-05-1994 Susan Kay Boyes M 1/16 00631
Jerrod Marshall
Ryburn 01-30-1996 Denise Ann Bomhoff M 3/64 102819
Kristi Ann Brenner
Brooks 02-03-1972 James Carl Brenner F 1/32 01005
Katherine Dana
Killough 02-06-1992 Kristi Ann Brooks M
James Carl Brenner GF 1/32 01005
James Rufus Brooks 12-01-1995 Kristi Ann Brooks M
James Carl Brenner GF 1/32 01005
Kale Austin Sitler 07-10-1996 James Barry Sitler F 1/128 103259
Paulina Lynn Davison 08-22-1996 Julie Anne Davison M 1/128 12612
Nicole Ann Parker 06-12-1979 Tammy Lynn Nelson M 1/64 13059
Heather Ann Hall 06-03-1981 Tammy Lynn Nelson M 1/64 13059
Jimmy Dale Nathan
Zimmerman 08-16-1995 Darnishia Zimmerman M 9/128 104519
Brandon John Nelson 05-10-1972 James Eric Nelson F 1/128 06425
Wyatt Alan Fiedler 04-14-1996 Catherine L. Stucky M 3/32 12360
Sandra Sue Sartin 09-30-1971 Norma Jean Sartin M 3/64 02068
William Henry
Holeman, Jr. 11-05-1965 William H. Holeman F 1/64 03861
Jesus Mario
Ornelas, Jr. 07-15-1987 Tanya Nicole Owens M 1/64 104484
Anthony Michael
Ornelas 03-09-1989 Tanya Nicole Owens M 1/64 104484
Nikayla Nicole
Ornelas 03-21-1991 Tanya Nicole Owens M 1/64 104484
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-31, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-32: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-32
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Michael Aaron Riley 09-06-1996 Melissa Ann Riley M 1/128 103618
Sarah Elizabeth Cole 11-15-1995 Robert Sim Cole F 1/64 100048
Rita Marie Nunley 09-11-1977 Scott Dean Nunley F 1/8 06552
Randy Wayne Nunley 02-25-1996 Scott Dean Nunley F 1/8 06552
RESOLUTION #97-32 PAGE# [left blank on original]
Kyle Alan Nunley 02-25-1996 Scott Dean Nunley F 1/8 06552
Bryan James Nunley 02-25-1996 Scott Dean Nunley F 1/8 06552
Tabetha Kay Harp 03-30-1991 William Keith Harp F 1/32 105209
Aaron R. Keefauver 04-20-1969 Carol G. Keefauver M 1/8 09687
Michael Allen Pringle 08-19-1993 Monte Allen Pringle F 1/64 107241
Kirt William Koester 11-13-1984 Shawn Kirt Koester F 1/64 109230
Zackery Lynn Turner 10-02-1980 Paul Alvin Turner F 1/64 11560
Peggy Ruth Frapp
Aclamietz 08-12-1961 Donnie Dale Frapp F 5/32 02860
Heidi Estelle Turner 06-03-1984 Paul Alvin Turner F 1/64 11560
Rita Diane Thomasson 01-06-1979 David Lynn Thomasson F 1/64 12377
Clarissa Lynn
Thomasson 05-13-1984 David Lynn Thomasson F 1/64 12377
Staci Marie Thomasson 10-18-1988 David Lynn Thomasson F 1/64 12377
Whitney Lee Thomasson 06-08-1993 David Lynn Thomasson F 1/64 12377
Lori Ann Rigganbach
Snow 10-31-1961 Donna Louise Avara M 3/64 07493
Brandon James Snow 01-08-1986 Lori Ann Snow M
Donna Louise Avara GM 3/64 07493
Kirstoffer Andrew
Snow 10-22-1988 Lori Ann Snow M
Donna Louise Avara GM 3/64 07493
Leonard Ray Snow 02-28-1991 Lori Ann Snow M
Donna Louise Avara GM 3/64 07493
Dakota Jason Self 08-25-1995 Branda Lynn Self M 1/64 108654
Melissa Marie Minish
James 01-25-1974 Cheryl Lou Minish M 1/16 09702
Kristina Ellen
Ramirez 07-05-1979 Karla Ann Aguilar M 1/16 10600
Suzanna Maria Ramirez 09-17-1980 Karla Ann Aguilar M 1/16 10600
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-32, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-33: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-33
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Michael Anthony
Ramirez 01-28-1983 Karla Ann Aguilar M 1/16 10600
Angelica Maria
Aguilar 05-16-1987 Karla Ann Aguilar M 1/16 10600
Victor Humberto
Aguilar 07-27-1988 Karla Ann Aguilar M 1/16 10600
RESOLUTION #97-33 PAGE# [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Ashley Kay Harp 12-26-1995 Rodney Allen Harp F 1/32 105102
Amber Elaine Iles 08-25-1979 Laura Marie Cueto M 3/256 13061
Darrell Wayne
Trousdale 03-27-1963 Darrell Trousdale F 1/32 09059
Joe Rex Trousdale 06-26-1967 Darrell Trousdale F 1/32 09059
Julie Lucille Rekiere 07-16-1996 Carla Marie Rekiere M 1/64 106150
Anthony Stephen Wolfe 03-18-1994 Stacy Rae Wolfe M 7/64 100794
Theodore Arthur Mason 03-15-1985 Steve A. Mason F 1/32 05559
Rachel Lean Mason 12-11-1987 Steve A. Mason F 1/32 05559
Emily Ryan Precure 02-07-1994 Robert John Precure F 1/64 07182
Robert Hughes Whealon 05-28-1982 Rebecca D. Blaylock M 1/32 03347
Falon Storm Lamirand 10-19-1996 Billy Joe Lamirand F 1/64 100308
John Tyler LaReau 12-17-1962 John Joseph LaReau F 116 [as shown on original] 04890
Angela Camille LaReau 10-06-1967 John Joseph LaReau F 1/16 04890
Trina Diane Tascier 06-01-1995 Thomas Guy Tascier F 1/32 101712
Gary Don Grider 02-13-1962 Robert H. Grider F 1/32 03272
Christi Ann Smith 01-31-1972 Chris R. Smith F 1/64 08248
Robin Lorraine Flippo 07-21-1968 Linda L. Flippo M 1/32 02800
Donovon Lyle Flippo 06-06-1995 Robin L. Flippo M
Linda L. Flippo GM 1/32 02800
Larry Chad Flippo 04-03-1972 Linda L. Flippo M 1/32 02800
Mandy Leigh Flippo 12-05-1979 Linda L. Flippo M 1/32 02800
Sierra Lorraine
Flippo 01-13-1995 Mandy Leigh Flippo M
Linda L. Flippo GM 1/32 02800
Devon LaShay Flippo 06-06-1995 Robin L. Flippo M
Linda L. Flippo GM 1/32 02800
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-33, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-34: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-34
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Alicia Marie Kimes 07-28-1996 Julie Ann Kimes M 1/128 12024
John Tyler Graf 06-13-1995 John Patrick Graf F 1/16 12057
Robert Curtis Brown 08-27-1969 David Michael Brown F 3/16 12040
RESOLUTION #97-34 PAGE# [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION

Morgan Elizabeth
Brown 12-03-1988 Robert Curtis Brown F
David Michael Brown GF 3/16 12040
James David Anttonen 07-24-1965 Donna Jean LeGat M 1/8 00869
Kirstin Nicole
Antonnen 09-20-1988 James David Anttonen F
Donna Jean LeGat M 1/8 00869
Jerry Elizabeth Erzebet
Griffith 01-24-1978 John T. Edwards F 1/32 02534
Brytni Kay Srader 04-04-1996 Bridget K. Sullivan M 3/64 103361
Zachary Ray Rose 04-30-1991 Shelly Lynn Rose M 1/64 109417
Becky Annett Myers 08-14-1961 Leland Russel Myers F 1/32
Eligible for 1937 Roll
Bryer Thomas Stites 01-31-1996 Michael O'Day Stites F 1/64 105776
Susannah Joy Howard 10-11-1996 Martha Jean Howard M 1/32 101254
Neil Thomas Howard 10-11-1996 Martha Jean Howard M 1/32 101254
Nolan James Howard 10-11-1996 Martha Jean Howard M 1/32 101254
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-34, as approved on the 2 day of
Dec, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-35: SUMMARY: Resolution supporting the CPN's 1997 NAGPRA Documentation Project Proposal to the National Park Service's Archaeology and Ethnography Program for the Native American Graves for Indian Tribes, Native Alaskan Villages and Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-35
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE "CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION'S 1997
NAGPRA DOCUMENTATION PROJECT PROPOSAL” TO THE NATIONAL PARK
SERVICE'S ARCHEOLOGY [as spelled on original] AND ETHNOGRAPHY PROGRAM FOR THE NATIVE
AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT FY 1997 GRANTS FOR
INDIAN TRIBES, NATIVE ALASKAN VILLAGES AND CORPORATIONS, AND NATIVE
HAWAIIAN ORGANIZATIONS
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians
with the constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian
Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has,
through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since
time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the
Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and
otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes the need for identification and retrieval
of Potawatomi ancestral remains, sacred and ceremonial objects, and objects of
cultural patrimony; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has selected a tribal team qualified to carry out the
documentation and repatriation process under the Native American Graves
Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA);
RESOLUTION #97-35 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will make available any information derived from
this documentation project to every federally recognized Band of Potawatomi
within the United States and the Walpole Island First Nation of Canada for the
express purpose of working together as one Potawatomi Nation on all repatriation
efforts; and
WHEREAS, funding for this documentation project is awarded by the National Park Service.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation supports the “Citizen Potawatomi Nation’s 1997 NAGPRA Documentation Project
Proposal.”
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify
that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-35, as approved on
the 2 day of December, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-36: SUMMARY: Resolution approving a Class III Gaming Compact for off-track wagering with the State of Oklahoma and authorizing Business Committee Chairman, John A. Barrett, Jr., to execute same on behalf of the Tribe.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-36
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CLASS III GAMING COMPACT FOR OFF-TRACK
WAGERING WITH THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA AND AUTHORIZING BUSINESS
COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN, JOHN A. BARRETT, JR., TO EXECUTE SAME ON BEHALF
OF THE TRIBE.
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indian
with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare
Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has,
through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since
time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business
Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak
or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe
is empowered to act now or in the future; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation currently operates Class II gaming in facilities located
within Indian country; and
WHEREAS, Congress, through the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, has authorized states to
negotiate Class III gaming compacts with Indian tribes; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has negotiated a Class III gaming compact with the
State of Oklahoma to conduct off-track wagering that is titled "Potawatomi Off-Track
Wagering Compact", and
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-36 PAGE # 2
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Business Committee has determined that said gaming
compact is necessary and in the Tribe’s best interest;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation that the Potawatomi Off-Track Wagering Compact is hereby approved and the Chairman is
hereby authorized to sign same on behalf of the Tribe and to do all things necessary and proper to
acknowledge and effect the Tribe’s approval of same.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify
that the above is a true and correct copy of Resolution POTT #97-36, as approved on the 16th day
of December, 1996, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman

97-37: SUMMARY: Resolution granting a limited waiver of Sovereign Immunity from suit to Lucent Technologies Inc. for contracts with Potawatomi Technology Services, Inc. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-37 A RESOLUTION GRANTING A LIMITED WAIVER OF SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY FROM SUIT TO LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC. FOR CONTRACTS WITH POTAWATOMI TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, INC. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self- government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation was issued a Federal Corporate Charter concurrently with the Tribal Constitution and By-Laws in 1983 for the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma Incorporated and was granted the power to create subsidiary entities of that corporation, doing so in the issuance of a Certificate of Incorporation for Potawatomi Technology Services, Inc. for the purpose of conducting business in the field of electronics; and WHEREAS, Potawatomi Technology Services desires to enter into a contract for services with Lucent Technologies Inc. requiring contractual reciprocity and the resolution of contractual disputes in the Federal or Tribal Courts; and RESOLUTION #97-37 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, a limited waiver of sovereign immunity from suit against Potawatomi Technology Services, Inc. for contractual issues is fair, equitable, and necessary for the conduct of business between it and Lucent Technologies Inc., NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, that a limited waiver of sovereign immunity from suits against Potawatomi Technology Services, Inc. for the amount of moneys agreed to in contracts with Lucent Technologies Inc., plus reasonable attorney fees, in Federal or Tribal Courts, is hereby granted, limiting such waiver of sovereign immunity from suit to actions against Potawatomi Technology Services, Inc. and specifically excluding the Citizen Potawatomi Nation from such waiver. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-37, as approved on the 18th day of December, 1996, with 5 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps Vice Chairman

97-38: SUMMARY: Resolution providing authorization to document a Compact of Self-Governance and annual Funding Agreement to be submitted to the Director, Indian Health Service, Rockville, MD, for placement in the next available fund cycle or sooner. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-38 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL RESOLUTION # 97 - 38, DATED DECEMBER 18, 1996 HEREBY PROVIDES AUTHORIZATION TO DOCUMENT A COMPACT OF SELF-GOVERNANCE AND ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE DIRECTOR, INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, ROCKVILLE, MD., FOR PLACEMENT IN THE NEXT AVAILABLE FUND CYCLE OR SOONER. THE HEALTH COMPACT AND THE ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT SHALL BE FOR THE PROGRAMS, FUNCTIONS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES WHICH ARE PRESENTLY CONTAINED IN CONTRACT NO. 246-97-0017 AND FOR ANY NEWLY DEVELOPED HEALTH PROGRAMS TO BE IDENTIFIED. THE COMPACT & ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT ARE PURSUANT TO P. L. 100- 472, TITLE III, INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION ACT. THE COMPACTS ARE INTENDED TO BE GOVERNMENT TO GOVERNMENT AGREEMENTS, WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and, WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and to otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further a spirit of Indian Self-Determination under Title III of the Act, submits this resolution which authorizes a Health Compact and Annual Funding Agreement to be submitted to the Director, Indian Health Service for placement in the next funding cycle or sooner, and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-38 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, hereby make rightful claim to (100%) tribal shares at the Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service, Indian Health Service Headquarters-Rockville, MD., and for funds at the Shawnee Service Unit and that the full 100% tribal shares for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation be in the compact and annual funding agreement. The compact and the annual funding agreement shall include the funds for indirect costs, transitional costs, contract support costs (both direct & indirect) , startup costs and any other recurring and non-recurring costs deemed to be applicable for the success of the compact. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests the Director, Indian Health Service approve our request to compact as soon as possible. (See copy of original ltr. of intent Mar. 15, 1995) BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee hereby appoint for the purpose of serving as negotiators, John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman-Citizen Potawatomi Nation and Roy Taylor, Federal Programs Analyst. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97 - 38 as approved on the 18th day of December 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against, and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-39: SUMMARY: Resolution terminating a lease dated July 29, 1985, by and between the Potawatomi Indians of Oklahoma ""Lessor"" and the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority ""Lessee"". TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-39 A RESOLUTION TERMINATING A LEASE DATED JULY 29, 1985, BY AND BETWEEN THE POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA ""LESSOR"" AND THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE HOUSING AUTHORITY ""LESSEE"" WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and or self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the lessor leased to the lessee the following real property situated in Potawatomi County, Oklahoma described as follows: A tract of land being located in the SE-SW of Section 31, T10N, R4E of the Indian Meridian, Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, described as commencing at the SW/cor. of the said SE/4; thence East a distance of 40'; thence N0048'00""E a distance of 1240' to the true point of beginning; thence East a distance of 399.54'; thence S09o34'27'E a distance of 54.63'; thence SO0o15'25""W a distance of 165.02'; thence SO1o48’00""W a distance of 99.81’; thence S74o51'56""E a distance of 499.52'; thence N26o30'00""E a distance of 122.05'; thence N12o30'00""E a distance of 430'; thence West a distance of 1032'; thence S01o48’00”W a distance of 80’ to the point of beginning containing 6.9 Acres+-; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-39 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, The lessee with financial assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development HUD has constructed and is currently operating a low rent elderly housing program on the above reference site; and WHEREAS, lessor, as outlined in part three (3) of the above reference lease, may terminate said lease with the consent of the Department of Housing and Urban Development ""HUD""; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, formerly the Citizen Band Potawatomi Tribe of Oklahoma, AKA The Potawatomi Indians of Oklahoma retained, as outlined in part fourteen (14) of the above reference lease, the right to purchase any remaining balance due to HUD; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation retained the right to and possession of the land, housing units and other units at any time during the term of said lease; and WHEREAS, upon termination of the lease, lessee shall upon demand surrender to the lessor complete and peaceable possession of the premises; and WHEREAS, provisions of the Housing and Community Development Reconciliation Amendments of 1985 (P.L. 99-272 enacted April 7, 1986) authorized the Secretary to forgive outstanding principal and interest on loans made by the Secretary of Indian Housing Authorities; and WHEREAS, the Housing Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe has executed the Consolidated Annual contributions contract Form HUD-53012A and Form HUD-53012B, which states that ""any loan made by HUD to the Housing Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, that has any principal or interest amount outstanding or accrued that is payable from debt service annual contributions shall be forgiven and any promise to repay principal and interest in a loan contract shall be canceled”; and WHEREAS, the Housing Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma has removed the above reference low rent project's indebtedness to HUD from its general ledger, with accounting entries provided by HUD using the amount necessary to reduce the project's debt to zero; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests HUD to make a determination and distribution of fair and proportionate share of any assets identified with this project, i.e., operating reserves, equipment, comp. grant funds, office supplies, etc.; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-39 PAGE # 3 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation certified that it will maintain the low income character of the project as stated in the Consolidated Annual Contributions Contract, Form HUD-53012A and Form HUD53012B; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, by approval of this resolution request HUD consent to terminate the reference lease, and authorize the Chairman of the Business Committee to give written notice to the Housing Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of said termination; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will upon termination of the reference lease, transfer operation of low rent project No. OK95B091022 to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Housing Authority of Oklahoma. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-39, as approved on the 27th day of December, 1996 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman

97-40: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing and showing public support of the CPN's Indian Child Welfare Grant Application for FY1997, FY1998 and FY1999. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-40 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND SHOWING PUBLIC SUPPORT OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION'S INDIAN CHILD WELFARE GRANT APPLICATION FOR FY 1997, FY 1998 AND FY 1999. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government by improving and maintaining tribal programs and activities; and WHEREAS, the Tribal Chairman, is hereby granted authority to negotiate and execute with the Bureau of Indian Affairs any items pursuant to this grant and any amendments thereto; and WHEREAS, The Tribe has received verbal support for this grant from local authorities and private individuals interested in the welfare of Indian children and their families; and WHEREAS, the proposed start date of this grant shall be September 30, 1997; and WHEREAS, the expiration date of this resolution shall be September 30, 1999; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-40 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the proposed term of this grant shall be thirty-six (36) months; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests funding from the Bureau of Indian Affairs through a grant under the Indian Child Welfare Act to provide an Indian Child and Family Service Program to promote the stability of Eligible Indian families. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-40, as approved on the 8th day of January, 1997 with 3 voting for, 0 opposed and 2 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice Chairman for: Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-41: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting the BIA to modify the terms of Direct Loan #CF-562 for FireLake Bowling Center to Twenty Year Amortization. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-41 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF DIRECT LOAN #CF-562 FOR FIRELAKE BOWLING CENTER TO TWENTY YEAR AMORTIZATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has, through a history of organized self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Bureau of Indian Affairs loaned the Citizen Potawatomi Nation $1,800,000.00 on a ten-year note at 6 7/8% interest rate, U.S. Direct Loan #CF-562, for construction of Firelake Bowling Center on October 15, 1994; and WHEREAS, while all payments are current, the revenue of Firelake Bowling Center is insufficient to service this note at the existing terms and is sufficient to make payments based on a twenty year amortization schedule; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation wishes to maintain its good credit history with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, precluding any form of ""workout"" occasioned by a default on the loan as has been suggested by a Bureau of Indian Affairs official as the only means of obtaining new terms; NOW RESOLUTION # POTT 97-41 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION that Ms. Ada Deer, Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs, or her designate, is hereby requested to modify the payment terms of the Bureau of Indian Affairs loan #CF-562 to a twenty year amortization schedule with interest rates and all other terms unchanged. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution #POTT 97-41, as approved on the 17th day of January 1997, with 5 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-42: SUMMARY: Resolution providing authorization to document an appeal with appropriate supporting data for submittal to the Board of Indian Appeals, US Dept. of Interior, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-42 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL RESOLUTION # 97 - 42, DATED JANUARY 22, 1997, HEREBY PROVIDES AUTHORIZATION TO DOCUMENT AN APPEAL WITH APPROPRIATE SUPPORTING DATA FOR SUBMITTAL TO THE BOARD OF INDIAN APPEALS, U. S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR, 4015 WILSON BLVD., ARLINGTON, VA., 22203. THIS APPEAL IS TO REQUEST FOR REVERSAL OF A DENIAL OF 100% TRIBAL SHARES DUE THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION IN A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT BE- TWEEN THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE AND THE NATION TO CULMINATE A P.L. 93-638 HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT FOR FY-97. THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE DENIED PAYING TO THE NATION ITS RIGHTFUL 100% TRIBAL SHARES FOR UTILIZATION BY THE NATION IN THE OPERATION OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION HEALTH CLINIC. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and, WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and to otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further a spirit of Indian Self-Determination under Title I of the Act, submits this resolution which authorizes an appeal be prepared and forwarded to the Board of Indian Appeals, U.S. Department of Interior, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA., 22203, and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-42 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Business Committee further directs the appeal to reflect the position of the Nation regarding the IHS denial to pay 100% tribal shares, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, pursuant to P. L. 93- 638 as amended, by this resolution action do hereby make claim specifically for 100% of tribal shares funds at the Shawnee Service Unit, the Oklahoma City Area Office of Indian Health Service and funding at Headquarters-Indian Health Service, Rockville, MD. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby directs those funds identified as the Nation's share of funds be restored to the management of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation at the earliest convenience. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee further directs that the Indian Health Service shall make available to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation the 100% tribal shares and that the appropriate amendment to the existing contract be effected forthwith. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97 - 42 as approved on the 22nd day of January 1997, as shown . 5 approving, 0 against, and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-43: SUMMARY: Resolution supporting the Citizen Potawatomi Cultural Resources Survey: Discovering the Past to Plan for the Future Project proposal in response to the National Park Service's FY1997 Historic Preservation Fund Grant to Indian Tribes, Native Alaskan Villages and Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-43 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ""CITIZEN POTAWATOMI CULTURAL RESOURCES SURVEY DISCOVERING THE PAST TO PLAN FOR THE FUTURE"" PROJECT PROPOSAL IN RESPONSE TO THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE'S FISCAL YEAR 1997 HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT TO INDIAN TRIBES, NATIVE ALASKAN VILLAGES AND CORPORATIONS, AND NATIVE HAWAIIAN ORGANIZATIONS WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with the constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes the need for an intensive archeological [as spelled on original] survey of all tribal and trust lands to identify and inventory cultural resources; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will use the cultural resource information to formulate a Cultural Resource Management Plan and Tribal Register; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will demonstrate its supports and commitment to this project by providing cost sharing of direct costs on a two to one basis, donating office facilities, computer equipment and 25% of indirect costs, and finally, by foregoing indirect cost rates above 25%; and WHEREAS, the funding of this project is awarded by the National Park Service. RESOLUTION # POTT 97-43 PAGE# 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation supports the “Citizen Potawatomi Cultural Resources Survey: Discovering the Past to Plan for the Future” proposal. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-43, as approved on the 22 day of January, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-44: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing and showing public support of the CPN's intention to provide an effective continuum of care for drug and alcohol treatment services. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-44 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND SHOWING PUBLIC SUPPORT OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION'S INTENTION TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE CONTINUUM OF CARE FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENT SERVICES. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government by improving and maintaining tribal programs and activities; and WHEREAS, the Tribal Administrator, is hereby granted authority to negotiate with the Indian Health Service any items pursuant to this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Health and Community Services is hereby authorized to execute the Programs resulting from the implementation of this Resolution; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-44 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation withdraws all previous authorizations for any agency, including the Native American Center of Recovery or any of its staff or subcontractors, to provide drug and alcohol treatment services on behalf of the Tribe; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation requests all carryover from the previous year funding, all indirect cost allowances and all current year funding for substance abuse treatment be immediately transferred from the Native American Center of Recovery to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-44, as approved on the 29 day of JAN, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 voting against, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-45: SUMMARY: Resolution provided authorization for Chairman, John A. Barrett, Jr., to affix his signature to the Compact of Self-Governance and to the Annual Funding Agreement for and in behalf of the CPN. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-45 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL RESOLUTION # 97 - 45, DATED DECEMBER 18, 1996 HEREBY PROVIDES AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN JOHN A. BARRETT, JR. , TO AFFIX HIS SIGNATURE TO THE COMPACT OF SELF-GOVERNANCE AND TO THE ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR AND IN BEHALF OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION. THE COMPACT OF SELF-GOVERNANCE AND ASSOCIATED ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT SHALL BE FOR THE PROGRAMS, FUNCTIONS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES WHICH ARE NOW A PART OF I.H.S. CONTRACT NO. 246 - 97 – 0017, AND FOR NEWLY DEVELOPED HEALTH PROGRAMS TO BE IDENTIFIED FOR INCLUSION IN THE COMPACT AND ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENT. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967) ; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and, WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and to otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to further a spirit of Indian Self-Determination under Title III of the Act, submits this resolution which authorizes a Health Compact and Annual Funding Agreement to be submitted to Director, Indian Health Service under signature of John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. RESOLUTION # POTT 97-45 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby direct that the Compact of Self-Governance and the corresponding Annual Funding Agreement bearing the signature of John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman, be accorded full legal recognition and authority concerning all aspects of the Compact, immediately and forthwith. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee hereby further direct that the Indian Health Service make available to the Nation the full tribal shares for the compact and that appropriate action necessary to de-obligate funds now in the 638 contract and to re-obligate funds for the new compact, be effected upon approval, without further delay. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97 - 45, as approved on the 18th day of December 1996, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against, and 0 abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Sec.-Treasurer

97-46: SUMMARY: Resolution supporting the Shawnee Agency Joint Historic Preservation Education and Training Project in response to the National Park Service's FY1997 Historic Preservation Fund Grant to Indian Tribes, Native Alaskan Villages and Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-46 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ""SHAWNEE AGENCY JOINT HISTORIC PRESERVATION EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROJECT"" IN RESPONSE TO THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE'S FISCAL YEAR 1997 HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT TO INDIAN TRIBES, NATIVE ALASKAN VILLAGES AND CORPORATIONS, AND NATIVE HAWAIIAN ORGANIZATIONS WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with the constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribe has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes the importance of proper education and formal training in matters relating to historic preservation of our cultural resources; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will work collaboratively with the Iowa and Sac & Fox Indian Nations of Oklahoma to carry out the objectives stated in this grant application; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will demonstrate its support and commitment to this project by taking an indirect cost rate of only 14.5% of the direct costs associated with this project; RESOLUTION # POTT 97-46 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the funding of this project is awarded by the National Park Service. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation supports the “Shawnee Agency Joint Historic Preservation Education and Training Project” proposal. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-46, as approved on the 29 day of January, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-47: SUMMARY: Resolution celebrating the historical relationship between the CPN and the Benedictines of St. Gregory's Abbey through a commitment to St. Gregory's University for a ""Financial Partnership"" in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to create new spiritual, educational and technological opportunities for Citizen Potawatomi Tribal members. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION POTT # 97-47 A RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE HISTORICAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION AND THE BENDICTINES [as spelled on original] OF ST. GREGORY'S ABBEY THROUGH A COMMITTMENT TO ST. GREGORY'S UNIVERSITY FOR A '""FINANCIAL PARTNERSHIP"" IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000.00 TO CREATE NEW SPIRITUAL, EDUCATIONAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CITIZEN POTAWATOMI TRIBAL MEMBERS WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has, through a history of organized self- government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes the historical significance of the spiritual and educational relationship between the Benedictine monks of St. Gregory's Abbey and the Citizen Potawatomi Nation which has existed since the founding of Sacred Heart Academy in 1876; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-47 PAGE #2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation wishes to celebrate and renew this relationship and lay the groundwork for a new era of educational and technological opportunity for the Nation and its members through a ""financial partnership"" with St. Gregory's University; and WHEREAS, this ""financial partnership"" will be manifested by a commitment to St. Gregory's University of resources available to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation from existing and future Federal contracts, grants, and programs as well as a portion of the Tribal scholarship moneys set-aside by the Nation in its settlement with the Indian Claims Commission; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, that a pledge is hereby made in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to St. Gregory's University for the design and implementation of a multi-year program of spiritual, educational and technological development to be mutually agreed upon in celebration of the expansion of the historical relationship between the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and the Benedictine monks of St. Gregory's Abbey. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution #POTT 97-47, as approved on the 29th day of January, 1997, with 5 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-48: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-48
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of
June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since
time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal
tradition and recognized by treaties with the United
States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, the following persons were voted into enrollment with the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Marcie Ann Rhodd F 13/64 11-18-1963 Clinton Alphonso Rhodd
F 13/32 07396
Clifford Hayes M 1/32 08-23-1953 Hazel Louise Gebhart
Gebhart Ill M 1/16 10442
Russell Andrew Jones M 1/32 05-16-1958 Dennis Dale Jones
F 1/16
Meda D. Tittle Hawk F 1/32 05-09-1961 Mona D. Tittle
M 1/16 09000
Norman Abner Frapp M 5/32 12-18-1932 Norman Frapp
F 5/16 10916
Hagen Kenneth Wano M 23/128 10-26-1996 Gary Kenneth Wano, Jr.
F 23/64 10826
Samuel Franklin Hasker M 17/64 02-09-1952 Vivian Mae Crowder
M 17/32 01882
Dana Kay Veitenheimer F 3/16 04-17-1970 Pete Veitenheimer, Jr.
F 3/8 09027
RESOLUTION # PAGE # [numbers left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Linda Kay Frapp Walton F 5/64 08-07-1954 Norman Abner Frapp
F 5/32 13069
Norma Jean Lewis Frapp F 5/64 08-01-1958 Norman Abner Frapp
F 5/32 13069
Jewell C. Ezell Link F 1/8 02-02-1918 Nora C. Ezell
M 1/4 10887
Leslie James Scott M 1/16 02-19-1932 Jewell C. Link
M 1/8 13075
Hubert Joe Scott M 1/16 03-02-1940 Jewell C. Link
M 1/8 13075
Jackie Ezell Scott M 1/16 06-07-1941 Jewell C. Link
M 1/8 13075
Donnie Joe Scott M 1/32 08-06-1957 Hubert Joe Scott
F 1/16 13077
Sandra Lee Scott F 1/32 12-16-1958 Hubert Joe Scott
Sandefer F 1/16 13077
Richard Keith Scott M 1/32 08-19-1960 Hubert Joe Scott
F 1/16 13077
Steven Thomas Guss M 5/32 01-17-1947 Lucille M. Anderson
M 5/16 00212
Johnnie Eugene Scott M 1/16 11-17-1935 Jewell C. Link
M 1/8 13075
Dale McRay Scott M 1/16 02-06-1938 Jewell C. Link
M 1/8 13075
Brenda Jo Frapp Taylor F 5/64 08-24-1956 Norman Abner Frapp
F 5/32 13069
Tyler James Wano M 23/128 06-13-1992 Robert I. Wano
F 23/64 09414
Eugenia Margaret Dunn F 1/32 05-28-1932 Herline Francour Dunn
M 1/16 10907
Nancy Ann Levier Sanchez F 3/16 06-04-1944 Alfred Levier
F 3/8 05093
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the above list is a true and exact
copy of persons voted on by the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation, to become enrolled members of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-48, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and
0 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-49: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-49
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Cleo Anton Ohtahyonee
Waterman 02-19-1980 Jack Waterman II F 1/128 09466
Beau Brandon Gohqwa
Waterman 07-21-1981 Jack Waterman II F 1/128 09466
Joshua Lee McCuistion 12-18-1981 David W. McCuistion F 1/32 06158
Kilian Randolph
Norton 11-11-1995 Candy Jo Norton M 1/64 101278
RESOLUTION # 97-49 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Marc Lee Slavin 04-21-1975 Danny L. Slavin F 1/8 08182
Thomas Jay Slavin 09-01-1979 Danny L. Slavin F 1/8 08182
Ryan M. Davis 01-08-1974 Carla Ellen Dillon M 1/64 13057
Gabriel C. Davis 12-22-1975 Carla Ellen Dillon M 1/64 13057
Lee J. Davis 06-21-1977 Carla Ellen Dillon M 1/64 13057
Michael Scott Davis 03-28-1979 Carla Ellen Dillon M 1/64 13057
Amy Lil Marie Birch 09-06-1980 Sandra Lee Birch M 1/32 01812
Shawn Bradley Birch 08-21-1984 Sandra Lee Birch M 1/32 01812
Stephanie Ann Edwards 08-15-1985 Carol Ann Edwards M 3/128 02466
Marissa Lynn Edwards 11-07-1987 Carol Ann Edwards M 3/128 02466
Ryan Dean Tremain 03-28-1996 Kerry Dean Tremain F 1/64 09039
Misty Rose Rhodd 11-14-1996 Troy Arnet Rhodd F 13/64 11083
Levi Willis
Schwiethale 03-29-1996 Teresa Schwiethale M 1/32 108051
David Lee Gonzales 04-01-1964 Frances B. Gonzales M 1/16 03081
Dean Anthony Martin 10-08-1962 Harold J. Martin F 3/64 05497
Thomas Glen EIdh
Brunt 09-21-1996 Charles R. Brunt F 3/64 100066
Richard Allen
Harrison 02-12-1963 Patricia Harrison M 1/16 12382
Mark Allen Harrison 10-26-1988 Richard A. Harrison F
Patricia Harrison GM 1/16 12382
Ryan Allen Harrison 10-17-1991 Richard A. Harrison F
Patricia Harrison GM 1/16 12382
Stafford Weston Shaw 09-29-1996 Howard L. Shaw, Jr. F 15/64 11195
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-49, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
Absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-50: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-50
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Alexander Joseph Horton 03-12-1993 Theresa Lane Cox M 1/648 105067
Kenneth Scott Rhoton 03-08-1978 Dennis Long Rhoton F 1/32 07448
Desirea Jean Coon 06-19-1996 Steven Gene Coon F 1/128 01819
RESOLUTION # PAGE # [numbers left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Shannon Marie Gillen 08-23-1972 Carlotta H. Gillen M 1/64 11682
Alyssa Lynn Lothrop 08-30-1992 Ross W. Lothrop F 1/16 10565
Aryca Lynn Lothrop 09-16-1996 Ross W. Lothrop F 1/16 10565
Charles Anthony
Spalding III 05-27-1967 Charles Spalding F 7/64 08481
Tracy Ann Cheatwood 07-30-1973 Joseph Cheatwood F 3/32 01528
Dee Anne Headley
Thomas 02-26-1962 Ruth Newsom Leyse M 1/32 06465
Megan Lynn Thomas 05-31-1988 Dee Anne Thomas M
Ruth Newsom Leyse GM 1/32 06465
Kevin Andrew Thomas 12-24-1991 Dee Anne Thomas M
Ruth Newsom Leyse GM 1/32 06465
Walter Raymond
Hawk, Jr. 11-04-1980 Meda D. Hawk M 1/32 13068
Jennie Lee Hawk 02-19-1984 Meda D. Hawk M 1/32 13068
Thomas Arthur Hawk 11-08-1988 Meda D. Hawk M 1/32 13068
Jason Sky Hawk 04-10-1990 Meda D. Hawk M 1/32 13068
Timothy Robert Frapp 01-15-1968 Norman Abner Frapp F 5/32 13069
Ronald Bryan Hubble 04-22-1968 Freddie J. Hubble F 9/64 04038
Logan Kane Hubble 04-04-1996 Ronald B. Hubble F
Freddie J. Hubble GF 9/64 04038
Leonard Gene O'Neil 10-16-1962 Rosemary J. Russell 1/16 07072
Megan Michelle Conover 09-18-1996 Misty Dawn Green M 11/256 100387
Kendra Skye Cavender 06-16-1992 Kenneth Cavender F 7/64 01473
Kooper Dale Cavender 08-19-1995 Kenneth Cavender F 7/64 01473
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-50, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-51: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-51
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Lisa Donna Marie
Cromwell 05-20-1977 Alan C. Cromwell F 3/64 01355
Helena Dolores
Northcross 12-01-1984 Anthony Northcross F 9/128 105808
Hardy Lawrence
Northcross 11-18-1985 Anthony Northcross F 9/128 105808
RESOLUTION # 97-51 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Jeremy Edward Avery
Rhodes 04-23-1978 Cynthia M. Rhodes M 17/128 13009
Adrienne Cheri Rhodes 05-05-1980 Cynthia M. Rhodes M 17/128 13009
Talia Sapphire
McCarty 09-14-1991 Rebecca F. McCarty M 1/256 101297
Tyler Diamond McCarty 01-12-1993 Rebecca F. McCarty M 1/256 101297
Tracy Allen Scott 08-07-1962 Jackie Ezell Scott F 1/16 13078
Rodney Dean Scott 09-2-1964 [as shown on original] Jackie Ezell Scott F 1/16 13078
Devri Dawn Scott 05-28-1982 Donnie Joe Scott F 1/32 13079
Jeremy Lester York 02-06-1978 Sandra Lee Sandefer M 1/32 13080
Joshua Lee
Scott-Sandefer 08-10-1985 Sandra Lee Sandefer M 1/32 13080
John Anthony
DeChellis 11-21-1995 Anthony J. DeChellis F 1/32 02165
Angela Marie Goodson 10-21-1973 Mark Edward Goodson F 1/128 03108
Jason Eric Waterman 02-01-1969 Marshall E. Waterman F 1/64 09469
Beth Jean Jury 11-08-1980 Marjorie J. Jury M 1/32 06995
Lisa Lawanna Jury 07-22-1982 Marjorie J. Jury M 1/32 06995
Carlee Ashtyn
Cockrell 05-15-1996 Brek Alan Cockrell F 1/32 102362
Kyra Ann Hubble 09-25-1996 Dennis K. Hubble F 9/64 04043
Erin Kathleen McShane 05-03-1983 Elizabeth M. McShane M 1/16 11994
Kelly Elizabeth
McShane 08-02-1985 Elizabeth M. McShane M 1/16 11994
Wade Garrett Ridge 02-06-1996 Ray Leon Ridge F 1/128 102512
Shawna Leigh Scovell 12-30-1991 Kerri Renee Scovell M 3/32 11603
Sara Elizabeth Waters 03-30-1984 Mary Kathryn Waters M 1/64 07184
Susan Kathryn Waters 08-25-1985 Mary Kathryn Waters M 1/64 07184
Elizabeth Ann Waters 07-02-1988 Mary Kathryn Waters M 1/64 07184
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-51, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-52: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-52
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Rebecca Jo Waters 07-02-1988 Mary K. Waters M 1/64 07184
Rachel Ann Waters 10-28-1996 Mary K. Waters M 1/64 07184
Trevor Scott Cheatwood 10-30-1996 Mark A. Cheatwood F 3/64 100560
RESOLUTION # 97-52 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
David Sage Diven-Hanson 09-13-1996 Kiki Lynn Diven M 1/64 105268
Jacob Neal Allen 08-24-1991 Jeanine M. Allen M 3/16 06052
John Andrew Layman, Jr. 05-04-1964 John Layman, Sr. F 3/32 04967
Rachel Nicole Layman 09-01-1989 John Layman, Jr. F
John Layman, Sr. GF 3/32 04967
Andrew David Layman 12-06-1991 John Layman, Jr. F
John Layman, Sr. GF 3/32 04967
Deidre Annette Kinslow 01-26-1981 Delbert A. Kinslow F 1/32 04701
Jamie Lee Geneliska
Werner 09-19-1996 Lorrie L. Werner M 1/32 102342
Rusty Lee McCullough 04-01-1981 Debra D. Miller M 1/64 10346
Dennis Troy McCullough 11-28-1983 Debra D. Miller M 1/64 10346
Ashleigh Mariah Rogers 11-10-1996 Amy Dawn Rogers M 1/128 104502
Waylan Joe Franklin
Melott 06-04-1996 Anthony Joe Melott F 1/32 104313
Camille Noel Lukaesko 12-18-1996 Janine C. Lukaesko M 7/128 103986
Morgan Elizabeth
Lipinski 04-12-1996 Daniel C. Lipinski F 1/128 100761
David Kyle Heath
Sivadon 10-23-1974 Warren Heath F 1/64 [missing # on original]
Fox Moises Pittman 12-15-1996 Jeremy P. Pittman F 1/128 107258
Kayla Lynn Johnson 12-22-1991 Karla M. Pambogo M 3/16 11634
Nicole Christine
Johnson 11-07-1993 Karla M. Pambogo M 3/16 11634
Jessica Elizabeth Lee 03-11-1981 Deborah K. Lee M 1/16 06562
Randall Norman Crump 08-14-1980 Brenda Jo Taylor M 5/64 13085
Matthew Ernest Barche 03-14-1983 Brenda Jo Taylor M 5/64 13085
Joseph Isaac Horton 03-17-1978 Cheryl J. Morrison M 1/8 05826
Jon Phillip Christian
Horton 06-22-1984 Cheryl J. Morrison M 1/8 05826
____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-52, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-53: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-53
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Rebecca Lynn Layman 09-28-1995 John Layman, Jr. F 3/64 11--07 [as shown on original]
Tanner Weston Hiersche 07-06-1995 Crystal G. McNeely M 3/128 104986
Danielle Marie Carroll 11-18-1981 Dana M. Kirchner M 1/64 105267
RESOLUTION # 97-53 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Robert Marcus Carroll 04-05-1983 Dana M. Kirchner M 1/64 105267
Elysia Carlee Brenner 01-22-1982 James Carl Brenner F 1/32 01005
Bryan Neal Scholl 05-27-1971 Ruth Newson Leyse M 1/32 06465
Bryce Anthony Gold 01-22-1997 Karen Korrine Gold M 3/128 100101
Gary Duane Ables 03-18-1963 Ernest J. Ables F 1/8 10205
Harrell Wayne McGuire 11-22-1963 Gypsy Sharon Hanks M 1/32 06212
Kristen Nicole Kietzman 01-15-1987 Robert G. Kietzman F 1/64 04566
Andrew Robert Kietzman 06-23-1996 Robert G. Kietzman F 1/64 04566
Billy Ray Peltier 02-10-1973 Billy Peltier F 9/64 06928
Rebecca Ann Peltier 11-15-1993 Billy Ray Peltier F
Billy Peltier GF 9/64 06928
Nicholas Austin Peltier 11-15-1996 Billy Ray Peltier F
Billy Peltier GF 9/64 06928
Nichole Rayann Peltier 11-15-1996 Billy Ray Peltier G
Billy Peltier GF 9/64 06928
Blake Allen Baird 03-07-1991 Steve Allen Baird F 1/128 105086
Jessica Marie Lavigne 11-18-1983 Gale Lavigne M 1/16 11720
Jamie Lee Lavigne 05-16-1987 Gale Lavigne M 1/16 11720
Maxwell Isaac
Pasion-Gonzales 12-01-1996 Lori M. Pasion M 1/32 10707
Brandon Hunter Parks 01-02-1997 Karen Kay Parks M 1/32 100758
Shelby Isabelle Gabriel 01-31-1991 Joanna C. Beaubien M 1/16 100859
Alexander Heaton Alders 12-02-1996 James R. Alders F 3/128 10242
Chelsea Madeline Ables 01-11-1993 Jimmie Lee Ables F 1/16 12004
Katelyn Denae’ Thomas 11-06-1990 Jayci S. Thomas M 1/32 103906
Kaylea Danielle Thomas 09-30-1992 Jayci S. Thomas M 1/32 103906
Waylon Taylor Yott 02-22-1994 Waylon Louis Yott F 1/128 100493
Randi Shawn Robinson
Stellar 09-10-1964 Gail Robinson M 1/64 07545
____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-53, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
Absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-54: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[copy of official seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-54 [correction made in ink pen]
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Shaina Gayle Hiseley 08-03-1996 Joann R. Hiseley M 9/128 103028
Tina Marie
Tidwell-Woods 07-09-1963 Sonja Jean Tidwell M 3/32 08977
Connor Timothy
Tidwell-Woods 04-16-1990 Tina Marie Woods M
Sonja Jean Tidwell GM 3/32 08977
RESOLUTION # 97-54 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Gage Caleb
Tidwell-Woods 10-01-1994 Tina Marie Woods M
Sonja Jean Tidwell GM 3/32 08977
Madeleine Jade Bacon 09-09-1996 Koree Kay Bacon M 1/64 109273
Marcy Lee Moss
Stratton 12-17-1963 Barbara J. Abbey M 1/8 00423
Collin Craig Gossett 06-02-1988 Marcy Lee Stratton M
Barbara J. Abbey GM 1/8 00423
Alexandra Doll
Gossett 03-04-1990 Marcy Lee Stratton M
Barbara J. Abbey GM 1/8 00423
Keeton Taylor Venson 09-19-1994 Stacy Lynn Venson M 1/16 102332
Stephanie Ann Edwards 08-15-1985 Carol Ann Edwards M 3/128 02466
Marissa Lynn Edwards 11-07-1987 Carol Ann Edwards M 3/12 02466
Joseph Brian Evans 12-03-1978 Terry Lee Evans F 1/32 02626
Brandon Ray Evans 03-01-1981 Terry Lee Evans F 1/32 02626
Matthew Silas Mahoney 12-18-1986 Lisa Ann Mahoney M 1/64 106525
Aaron James Sanchez 03-29-1973 Nancy Ann Sanchez M 3/16 13088
Thomas Justin Loftis 12-12-1975 Nancy Ann Sanchez M 3/16 13088
Rena Ranae Sanchez 01-02-1982 Nancy Ann Sanchez M 3/16 13088
Katlyn Machelle
Sullivan 09-07-1993 Travis W. Sullivan F 3/64 103362
Travis William
Sullivan, II 02-14-1995 Travis W. Sullivan F 3/64 103362
Nicholas Alexzander
Clark 10-16-1996 Carl Wayne Clark F 1/64 100486
Charles Kai Webb 11-29-1996 Kristi G. Osborne M 1/128 100512
Charles Ryan Haynes 07-04-1994 Dena Sue Rutter M 7/64 101377
Megan Elizabeth
Haynes 01-09-1996 Dena Sue Rutter M 7/64 101377
____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-54, as approved on the 5 day of
MAR, 1997 with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-55: SUMMARY: Resolution changing the Quarterly Business Committee Meeting from Thursday, February 28, 1997 to March 5, 1997. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-55 A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE QUARTERLY BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING FROM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1997 TO MARCH 5, 1997. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution, Article 14, Section 1 states that the regular quarterly meeting of the Business Committee shall be held the last Thursday in February, May, August and November; and WHEREAS, due to the unavailibility of the Chairman, John A. Barrett, Jr. being able to attend, the quarterly Business Committee meeting shall be held March 5, 1997; NOW RESOLUTION # POTT 97-55 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve the quarterly meeting date of March 5, 1997. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-55, as approved on the 5th day of March, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-56: SUMMARY: Resolution excluding the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority and its agents or employees from the Sovereign Jurisdiction of the CPN. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-56 A RESOLUTION EXCLUDING THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES FROM THE SOVEREIGN JURISDICTION OF THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has, through a history of organized government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority, an unincorporated association organized under the laws of the State of Oklahoma, is occupying, without authority, a facility located on a tract of land held in trust by the United States for the use and benefit of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation; and WHEREAS, lawful notice to vacate the premises has been given to the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority and they have refused; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-56 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the best interests of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation are served by the exclusion and removal of the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority from the Nation's jurisdiction under the authority of the Constitution of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Article 2, Section 1(a), which provides that the Nation shall ""... promote the general welfare of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma (now the Citizen Potawatomi Nation) by exercising to the fullest possible extent the inherent powers of self-government vested in the Tribe since time immemorial and any additional powers of self-government vested in the Tribe by Federal or state law; and WHEREAS, authority to remove the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority from the jurisdiction of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation exists under Article 4, Section 1, of the Constitution of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation which provides that ""The jurisdiction and governmental powers of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation shall ..... extend to all persons and to all real and personal property ….. over which the Citizen Potawatomi Nation has authority"", consistent with Federal law precedent under Worcester v. Georgia 31 U.S. 515 (1832) stating that a Tribe has inherent power to decide who may enter its reservation and under what conditions; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, that the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority is hereby directed to vacate the premises presently occupied on Father Murphy Drive and any other locations in the jurisdiction of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation no later than 12:00 noon on the 31st day of March, 1997 or be removed. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution #POTT 97-56, as approved on the 19 day of March 1997, with 5 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary / Treasurer

97-57: SUMMARY: Resolution providing the authorization to document a proposal titled ""The Nishwamen Project: working together to provide technological solutions for the dissemination of Social Services to underserved American Indians in Central Oklahoma"" and to submit the completed proposal with a Resolution and other support data to: The US Dept. of Commerce. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy of official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-57 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL RESOLUTION # 97 - 57, DATED MARCH 26, 1997. HEREBY PROVIDES THE AUTHORIZATION TO DOCUMENT A PROPOSAL TITLED ""THE NISHWAMEN PROJECT: WORKING TOGETHER TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOR THE DISSEMINATION OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO UNDERSERVED AMERICAN INDIANS IN CENTRAL OKLA- HOMA” AND TO SUBMIT THE COMPLETED PROPOSAL WITH A RESOLUTION AND OTHER SUPPORT DATA TO: THE U. S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, 1401 CONSTITUTION AVENUE, N. W., HCHB, ROOM 4092, WASHINGTON, D. C. 20230, ATTN; TELECOMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION INFRA- STRUCTURE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recog- nized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and, WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By- Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and to otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Pot- awatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desiring to promote a wide use of advanced telecommunications and information technology in the public and non-profit sector view a unique opportunity to develop a vast variety of communication systems by our participation in the program, therefore this resolution directs that all application data be completed and forwarded to the appropriate federal agency. RESOLUTION # POTT 97-57 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby pledge their support for this project and further direct that all available resources be utilized for the success of the telecommunications project. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution Potawatomi # 97-57 as approved on the 26th day of March 1997, as shown. 5 approving, 0 against, and 0 abstaining. Linda Capps, Vice Chairman Gene Bruno, Sec.-Treasurer

97-58: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting $75,000.00 in funding from the US Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Tribal Core Environmental Protection Program. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-58 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING $75,000 IN FUNDING FROM THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY TO ESTABLISH A TRIBAL CORE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self- government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, because of the necessity of protecting the environment under the tribal doctrine of self-government, an urgent need exists in the Citizen Potawatomi Nation to establish a centrally located Tribal E.P.A. Office to develop a core program to: 1) conduct a first-time environmental assessment of tribal lands, 2) develop quality environmental standards, 3) establish a permanent repository for E.P.A. records, 4) provide staff RESOLUTION # POTT 97-58 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION training in awareness of need, and 5) produce tribal environmental protection policy manuals and supporting tribal ordinances and regulations; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation received a March 3, 1997 letter from Mr. David Gray Region VI of the United States Environmental Protection Agency describing the availability of up to $75,000 in funding under the General Assistance to Tribes Program (GAP) to satisfy the above described needs and providing a copy of the Standard Application Kit, completed forms from which are attached, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation that a formal request is made for $75,000 in funding from the General Assistance for Tribes Program (GAP) to establish the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Environmental Protection Agency to satisfy the urgent tribal needs articulated above and further the doctrine of self-governance. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-58, as approved on the 9th day of April, 1997, with 4 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 1 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Gene Bruno Secretary / Treasurer

97-59: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing and showing public support for the CPN's operation of a Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program. TRANSCRIPTION: THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [copy official seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-59 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND SHOWING PUBLIC SUPPORT FOR THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION'S OPERATION OF A TANF TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE TO NEEDY FAMILIES) PROGRAM. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government by improving and maintaining tribal programs and activities; and WHEREAS, Congress has enacted Public Law 104-193, ""Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996"" voluntarily establish a TANF, (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) Program; and WHEREAS, Public Law 102-477 permits the consolidation of funding received for these programs and allows greater flexibility in the development, coordination and operation of said programs; RESOLUTION # POTT 97-59 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT effective July 1, 1997, that the TANF Program be administered in accordance with that plan negotiated with the ACF of Health and Human Services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT said program will be negotiation on an annual Basis and that the authority to negotiate commence immediately. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution, as approved on the 26th day of March, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 voting against, and 0 abstentions. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary-Treasurer

97-60: SUMMARY: Resolution waiving Sovereign Suit Immunity for the limited purpose of authorizing an action in the US District Court in the Western District of Oklahoma to enforce exclusivity provisions in agreements between LVDC and the Potawatomi Corporation. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-60 A RESOLUTION WAIVING SOVEREIGN SUIT IMMUNITY FOR THE LIMITED PURPOSE OF AUTHORIZING AN ACTION IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT IN THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF OKLAHOMA TO ENFORCE EXCLUSIVITY PROVISIONS IN AGREEMENTS BETWEEN LVDC AND THE POTAWATOMI CORPORATION. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Business Committee has previously entered into a compact with the State of Oklahoma to conduct off-track gaming under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act that has been duly approved and published in the Federal Register; and WHEREAS, the Business Committee has assigned to the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe Incorporated, a federally-chartered tribal corporation, the responsibility for conducting the gaming authorized by said compact; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-60 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, said Corporation has entered into agreements with the Las Vegas Dissemination, Inc., a Nevada corporation d/b/a Las Vegas Dissemination Company (""LVDC"") providing that neither the Corporation nor the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will contract with or enable any other party to provide any of the services contemplated to be provided by LVDC pursuant to the agreements, and WHEREAS, LVDC has asked the Business Committee to provide a mechanism for enforcing these exclusivity provisions against the Citizen Potawatomi Nation which is not a party to the agreements; and WHEREAS, the Business Committee is agreeable to providing such an enforcement mechanism; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby waives immunity to suit initiated by the Las Vegas Dissemination, Inc., a Nevada corporation, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma for the sole and only purpose of enforcing by injunctive means the Potawatomi obligation during the life of the Race Information Service Agreement and Pari-Mutuel Service Agreement with the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe of Oklahoma Incorporated to refrain from engaging any other entity to provide the services contemplated by said agreements. This waiver is limited solely to the purpose enunciated and shall not be deemed a waiver for any purpose other than that specifically set forth herein. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-60, as approved on the 9th day of APRIL, 1997, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-61: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting a Compact of Self-Governance between the US Dept. of Interior, BIA and the CPN, pursuant to Provisions of the Indian Self-Determination & Education Assistance Act amended, (25 U.S.C. 450 ET.SEQ.) compact effective date: July 1, 1997. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-61 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING A COMPACT OF SELF-GOVERNANCE BETWEEN THE U. S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR, BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS & THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, PURSUANT TO PROVISIONS OF THE INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION & EDUCATION ASSISTANCE ACT AMENDED, (25 U.S.C. 450 ET. SEQ.) COMPACT EFFECTIVE DATE: JULY 1, 1997. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, there exist a critical need for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation to acquire a compact of self-governance immediately, urgency to preserve the doctrine of tribal sovereignty has placed an extremely high priority on the Nation to gain compact status; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation does possess all requirements as specified in the Act (P.L. 93-638 with technical amendments) for participation in the self-governance programs (P.L. 100-473 Title III); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation presently administers a variety of Bureau of Indian Affairs Self-Determination contracts, the nation has mature contractor status, annual program(s) audits have been completed with no significant findings, NOW RESOLUTION # POTT 97-61 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation that all of the necessary research, data completion, budget preparation and proposal development be completed for self-governance compact & for a detailed annual funding agreement and said documentation be submitted to the appropriate federal agency as soon as possible. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-61, as approved on the 9th day of April, 1997, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-62: SUMMARY: Resolution approving a $400,000.00 1997-98 Annual Budget from interest on program money from judgment funds awarded by the US Court of Claims, subject to approval by the General Council at the annual meeting of June 28, 1997. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-62 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A $400,000.00 1997-98 ANNUAL BUDGET FROM INTEREST ON PROGRAM MONEY FROM JUDGEMENT FUNDS AWARDED BY THE UNITED STATES COURT OF CLAIMS, SUBJECT TO APPROVAL BY THE GENERAL COUNCIL AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF JUNE 28, 1997. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Secretary of the Interior approved a ten-year Tribal Acquisition, Development, and Maintenace [as spelled on original] Plan in 1983; and WHEREAS, the approved Plan, as published in the Federal Register on September 8, 1983, requires annual budgets to be prepared by the Tribal Business Committee; and WHEREAS, the approval Plan further requires that all annual budgets are subject to approval by the General Council; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-62 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Business Committee has prepared their annual budget which will commence July 1, 1997, and end June 30, 1998. [correction made in ink pen] LAND ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT, AND MAINTENACE [as spelled on original] PROGRAM LAND ACQUISITION: $ 80,000.00 GOLF COURSE IMPROVEMENTS: $ 70,000.00 MAINTENACE [as spelled on original] 1. Maintenance supplies and equipment $ 150,000.00 DEVELOPMENT 1. Tribal Improvement and Development $ 100,000.00 TOTAL $400,000.00 Savings in any one line item may be utilized for expenses involved in either of the other two line items. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby authorizes the Election Committee to place the above budget on the ballot for consideration at the June 28, 1997 General Council Meeting. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-62, as approved on the 16 day of APRIL, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer
Attachment.1-Typed Resolution (2 pages)

97-63: SUMMARY: Resolution duly adopted by the CPN authorizing Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company to construct and install underground electrical power distribution lines on Tribal land. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-63 A RESOLUTION DULY ADOPTED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION AUTHORIZING OKLAHOMA GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY TO CONSTRUCT AND INSTALL UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION LINES ON TRIBAL LAND DESCRIBED AS THAT PART OF LOT 1 (NW/4 OF NW/4) AND N/2 OF LOT 2 (N/2 OF SW/4 OF NW/4) AND THE PART OF THE N/2 OF THE SE/4 OF THE NW/4 LYING WEST OF THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF OKLAHOMA STATE HIGHWAY NUMBERED 18, ALL IN SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST OF THE INDIAN MERIDIAN, POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, OKLAHOMA, CONTAINING 57.99 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company, its successors and assigns, hereinafter referred to as ""Applicant"", has been requested to extend electrical service to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, who is the owner of a tract of trust land identified and described as that part of lot 1 (NW/4 of NW/4) and N/2 of lot 2 (N/2 of SW/4 of NW/4) and the part of the N/2 of the SE/4 of the NW/4 lying West of the East right-of-way line of Oklahoma State Highway numbered 18, all in Section 31, Township 10 North, Range 4 East of the Indian Meridian, Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, containing 57.99 acres, more or less; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-63 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the regulations of 25 CFR 169.22 provide that an agreement shall be entered into by and between the landowner and the applicant before any work by the applicant may be undertaken to construct a service line across such land, and that applicant will agree to comply with all the requirements of 25 CFR 169.22. WHEREAS, those regulations further provide that a service line shall be for the sole purpose of supplying the owner with electric power for use by such owner; and WHEREAS, the agreement between Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company and the Tribe conveys no interest in the land traversed whatsoever. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby grants a perpetual service line agreement to the applicant, Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company, for the construction and installation of underground electrical power distribution lines on Tribal lands above described without payment of any monetary compensation for damages; and THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby authorizes the Tribal Chairman and the Secretary/Treasurer to execute any and all pertinent documents for the installation of electrical services on Tribal land, above described. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-63, as approved on the 16 day of APRIL, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-64: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing the closing of the purchase of Oak Crest Hospital and authorizing John A. Barrett, Jr. to consummate the transaction. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-64 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLOSING ON THE PURCHASE OF OAK CREST HOSPITAL AND AUTHORIZING JOHN A. BARRETT, JR. TO CONSUMMATE THE TRANSACTION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation has agreed to purchase Oakcrest Hospital from the bankrupt Sterling Healthcare Corporation through a bankruptcy court approved Asset Purchase Agreement for $1,400,000.00 and has deposited the sum of $175,000.00 towards the purchase with Sterling Healthcare Corporation; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, to finalize the purchase of Oakcrest Hospital pursuant to the Asset Purchase Agreement signed by John A. Barrett, Jr. on May 20, 1997 in Philadelphia, Pa. for the sum of $1,400,000.00, utilizing the deposit of $175,000.00 already made and remitting the RESOLUTION # 97-64 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION remainder of $1,255,000.00; and authorizing John A. Barrett, Jr. to consummate the transaction. CERTIFICATION We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-64, as approved on the 20th day of May, 1997, with 5 Voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining. John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Linda Capps Vice-Chairman

97-65: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting the Director for the Office of Tribal Self-Governance, William A. Sinclair, to cease all actions in regard to a FY-98 Compact of Self-Governance for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, in violation of Declaratory Judgment and a permanent injunction issued, filed and docketed in a Court of the US District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma, Court Order # CIV-92-2161-R. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-65 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE DIRECTOR FOR THE OFFICE OF TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE, WILLIAM A. SINCLAIR, TO CEASE ALL ACTIONS IN REGARD TO A FY-98 COMPACT OF SELF-GOVERNANCE FOR THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA, IN VIOLATION OF DECLARATORY JUDGMENT AND A PERMANENT INJUNCTION ISSUED, FILED AND DOCKETED IN A COURT OF THE U.S. DISTRICT COURT FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF OKLAHOMA, COURT ORDER NO. CIV-92-2161-R, THE HONORABLE DAVID D. RUSSELL, UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE, PRESIDING, DATED JULY 22, 1996. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the judicial record, in particular, that the Citizen Potawatomi vs. L.W. Collier, Anadarko Area Director, in CIV-92-2161 -R entered on July 22, 1996, held that the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, (DOES NOT) share a common ""former reservation"" with the Citizen Potawatomi; and WHEREAS, the funding formula presently utilized by the B.I.A. for funds distribution are based on former assumptions that a common ""former reservation"" was shared by these two tribes, is now found by the court to have been in grave error, and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-65 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation acting in concert with the other (3) three tribes of the Shawnee Area, namely the Sac and Fox Nation, the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, and the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, desire to correct the funding formula(s) now utilized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, do hereby request immediate suspension of all negotiation activity regarding a compact of self-governance for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that action to suspend further negotiation for compact funding to the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, which directly or indirectly affects the four tribes named above be taken immediately and forthwith, NOW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is in full agreement and concert with the Sac and Fox Nation, the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, and the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Tribe of Oklahoma, for directing this resolution to the Office of Self- Governance, William A. Sinclair, Director, in order that consultation for revising prior funds formula may be conducted to correctly reflect the legitimate jurisdiction basis at your earliest convenience. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-65, as approved on the 20th day of May, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman

97-66: SUMMARY: Resolution requesting $250,200.00 in funding from the Indian Health Service to provide research and evaluation for the Potawatomi College of Health Professions. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-66 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING $250,200 IN FUNDING FROM THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE TO PROVIDE RESEARCH & EVALUATION FOR THE POTAWATOMI COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation realizes the urgent necessity to provide quality health services which will raise the health standards of Indians to the highest possible level and encourage maximum participation of Indians in the planning and management of health service providers as outlined in Sec. 2 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation believes that a need exists to provide higher education opportunities for health professional who wish to improve their professional credentials and knowledge; and RESOLUTION # POTT 97-66 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the advent of PL93-638 contracting and Self-Governance compacts has displaced a large number of IHS employees who may need to upgrade their professional credentials to find employment in the private sector or tribal clinics and hospitals; and WHEREAS, a unique facility combining educational capability with degree granting authority plus clinical and professional residency capabilities would best provide the concentrated educational experience suited to the working health professional, and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation intends to establish the Potawatomi College of Health Professions through partnership with St. Gregory's University, Mission Hill Memorial Hospital and St. Anthony's Hospital to provide education specifically designed to upgrade nursing credentials and train students for medical practice management; and WHEREAS, market research and evaluation of the areas of operations, educational need, specific curriculum to address those needs, the number of health professional desiring training and/or credentials improvement, facility design and location, and the necessary continuing revenue and revenue sources required to perpetuate the college are vital to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in the implementation of its educational goals; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby requests funds in the amount of $250,200 from Indian Health Service for the research and evaluation for the Potawatomi College of Health Professions with project description, justification, and budget included in the attached proposal. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-66, as approved on the 23rd day of May, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice-Chairman

97-67: SUMMARY: Resolution changing the Quarterly Business Committee Meeting from Thursday, May 29, 1997 to June 4, 1997. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # POTT 97-67 A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE QUARTERLY BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING FROM THURSDAY, MAY 29, 1997, TO JUNE 4, 1997. WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution, Article 14, Section 1 states that the regular quarterly meeting of the Business Committee shall be held the last Thursday in February, May, August and November; and WHEREAS, due to the unavailibility [as shown on original] of several members of the Business Committee being able to attend, the quarterly Business Committee meeting shall be held June 4, 1997; NOW RESOLUTION # POTT 97-67 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve the quarterly business meeting date of June 4, 1997. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT #97-67, as approved on the 28th day of May, 1997, with 5 voting for, 0 opposed and 0 absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-68: SUMMARY: Resolution supporting the Potawatomi Nation Research Library's Special Library Programs and Acquisition Project in response to the US Dept. of Education's Fiscal Year 1997 application. TRANSCRIPTION: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION [color seal on original] RESOLUTION # 97-68 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE ""POTAWATOMI NATIONAL RESEARCH LIBRARY'S SPECIAL LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND ACQUISITION PROJECT"" IN RESPONSE TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S FISCAL YEAR 1997 APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PROJECTS GRANTS UNDER THE LIBRARY SERVICES FOR INDIAN TRIBES AND HAWAIIAN NATIVES PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians with the constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Nations has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-laws provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the future; and WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation recognizes and fully supports the special library programs and acquisition efforts being undertaken by the Potawatomi National Research Library which will assist all 23,000 Citizen Potawatomi tribal members, approximately 252,089 Oklahoma American Indians, local and national scholars, and student researchers in understanding the history of the Potawatomi people and the cultural diversity that is unique to Oklahoma; and RESOLUTION # 97-68 PAGE # 2 CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation will demonstrate its support and commitment to this project with an in-kind contribution totaling $22,540.00 towards the salaries and wages, fringe benefits, and travel expenses for the Project Director and two Library Assistants; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Education awards funding for the Potawatomi National Research Library’s Special Library Programs and Acquisition Project in the amount of $99,996.00 for Fiscal Year 1997. THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation supports the “Potawatomi National Research Library’s Special Library Programs and Acquisition Project” proposal. CERTIFICATION We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-68, as approved on the 4th day of June, 1997 with 4 voting for __ [left blank on original], 0 opposed, and 1 [wite-out used to correct number] absent. John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Linda Capps, Vice Chairman

97-69: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-69
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967 ); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
James Stephen
LaClair, Jr. 05-24-1976 James S. LaClair F 3/64 12722
Cheyenne Lily Upton 01-13-1997 Jimmy W. Upton F 1/64 106615
David Kyle Sanders 11-19-1993 Gary C. Sanders F 1/32 07736
Staci Lanette Ables 05-22-1976 Larry Dean Ables 1/16 12007
Michael Jason Ables 06-17-1981 Larry Dean Ables F 1/16 12007
Koby Shay Fleck 07-24-1978 Donna Kay Fleck M 1/32 05947
Kami Leigh Fleck 10-07-1982 Donna Kay Fleck M 1/32 05947
RESOLUTION # 97-69 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Michael Oudone
Boumiswang 02-09-1997 Julie Robertson M 5/64 110284
Amy Lyn Adams 09-10-1974 Carrie Lyn Adams M 1/64 00078
Nathan Kevin Adams 11-23-1978 Carrie Lyn Adams M 1/64 00078
Cory Scott Kessler 09-22-1985 Carl Ray Kessler F 1/64 10557
Kellie Rae Kessler 06-13-1986 Carl Ray Kessler F 1/64 10557
Geoffrey Dwayne
Gibson 09-02-1979 Marsha D. Quesnell M 1/32 13098
Robert Wade Skinner 09-15-1972 Susan M. Appier M 1/64 00241
Denisa Ann Lawson 12-02-1992 Lloyd R. Lawson F 1/32 109033
Robert Glen Lawson 10-07-1996 Lloyd R. Lawson F 1/32 109033
Tara Leanne Cook 12-20-1996 Donna M. Hancock M 3/64 100273
Katelyn Wentworth
Peltier 08-20-1989 Danny L. Peltier F 1/8 06940
Mary Alice Spalding
Lockrey 08-13-1971 Robert E. Spalding F 7/64 08493
Alan Michael Lockrey 12-26-1991 Mary Alice Lockrey M
Robert E. Spalding GF 7/64 08493
Justin Jay Lockrey 11-22-1993 Mary Alice Lockrey M
Robert E. Spalding GF 7/64 08493
Kimra Ruth Jackson 06-07-1984 Catherine Jackson M 1/64 13108
Stephanie Briane
Jackson 04-12-1988 Catherine Jackson M 1/64 13108
Teisha Michelle Foutz 01-21-1992 Jared Joel Foutz F 1/8 11116
Brittany Shantell
Foutz 12-05-1994 Jared Joel Foutz F 1/8 11116
Jared Reese Foutz 07-10-19-1996 Jared Joel Foutz F 1/8 11116
Jacob Michael Barr 05-31-1996 Theressa D. Barr M 1/32 105696
Gary DeWayne
Hurlock, Jr. 12-31-1985 Peggy M. Hurlock M 1/64 110268
Kathryn Marlene
Maddux 02-28-1997 Terry W. Maddux F 3/64 05367
Annie Louise Creech 03-04-1997 Mary Kaye Austin M 6/64 101436
Kyle Wesley Ward 04-23-1995 Jenny Brooke Ward M 3/16 11749
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-69, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-70: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-70
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, the following persons were voted into enrollment with the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Juanita Louise Gebhart F 1/32 06-10-1955 Hazel L. Gebhart
Hixon M 1/16 10442
Joseph Raymond Hughes M 19/128 12-27-1966 Patricia Ann Hughes
M 19/64 11860
Douglas Wayne Francoeur M 1/32 03-09-1944 Noel Francoeur
F 1/16 10910
Brandy Lean Baptiste F 19/128 04-25-1977 Joseph Baptiste, Jr.
F 19/64 00416
Kenneth Ray Scott M 1/32 05-17-1957 Johnnie Eugene Scott
F 1/16 13083
Jackie Wayne Flowers M 1/32 07-05-1949 Florena Gale Blackwood
M 1/16 12838
Billie Joanne Gebhart F 1/32 07-12-1950 Hazel L. Gebhart
Knight M 1/16 10442
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CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION

Steven Duane Tasier M 1/32 04-01-1959 Jack Robert Tasier
F 1/16 08862
James Arthur Guess M 1/64 04-22-1942 Carrie Lee Guess
M 1/32
Marsha Doreen Tittle F 1/32 02-10-1958 Mona D. Tittle
Quesnell M 1/16 09000
Marla Renae Scott Harmon F 1/32 03-02-1955 Leslie James Scott
F 1/16 13076
Leslee Elaine Scott F 1/32 01-15-1958 Leslie James Scott
Klemme F 1/16 13076
Timothy Byron Pruett M 1/32 03-17-1954 Vina Oral Pruett
M 1/16 12343
Catherine Michele Neal F 1/64 09-02-1958 James Thomas Neal
Jackson F 1/32 06360
James Daniel LeClair M 1/4 03-14-1934 Eligible for 1937 Roll
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the above list is a true and exact
copy of persons voted on by the Business Committee of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation, to become enrolled members of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-70, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-71: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-71
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Brit William Hembree 08-28-1969 Lewis A. Hembree F 3/64 03631
Destiny Lynn Horner 09-10-1996 Timothy Lynn Horner F 1/64 105787
Delenia Rae Scott 10-08-1972 Dale McRay Scott F 1/16 13084
Tristan Faith Yott 07-28-1996 Carrie Sue Yott M 1/128 102577
Dillon Charles
Johnson 01-13-1997 Milo C. Johnson, Jr. F 3/16 12290
RESOLUTION # 97-71 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Jamie Lee Prine 09-19-1996 James Duane Prine F 1/32 07205
Kristine Marie Ice 04-21-1977 Gregory Paul Ice F 1/32 04158
Kelly Thomas Ice 10-26-1978 Gregory Paul Ice F 1/32 04158
Justin Paul Ice 05-18-1984 Gregory Paul Ice F 1/32 04158
Douglas Graham
McRae II 03-01-1964 Georgia J. Lemas M 7/64 05061
Kennedie Ryan Edge 09-28-1996 Kara Rose Edge M 1/128 100584
Steven Lynn Larimore 02-15-1996 Casey Dawn Larimore M 1/16 106057
Brooke Janette Braddy 01-09-1980 Gwendolyn A. Braddy M 7/64 100552
Janay Marie Braddy 07-23-1982 Gwendolyn A. Braddy M 7/64 100552
Eric Gene Braddy 04-09-1987 Gwendolyn A. Braddy M 7/64 104552
Miranda Lynn Hazelton 10-24-1994 Paul J. Hazelton F 1/16 101133
Sarah Noel Hazelton 12-25-1996 Paul J. Hazelton F 1/16 101133
Johnnie Edward
Holeman 11-19-1970 William H. Holeman F 1/64 03861
Richard Manley
Nute, Jr. 09-13-1980 Richard M. Nute F 1/16 06560
David Ray Abrams, Jr. 09-04-1965 David Ray Abrams F 1/16 00023
Traci Lee Abrams
Jackson 04-18-1969 David Ray Abrams F 1/16 00023
Jane Lee Ann Jackson 12-29-1986 Traci Lee Jackson M
David Ray Abrams GF 1/16 00023
Jaci Lene' Jackson 02-07-1990 Traci Lee Jackson M
David Ray Abrams GF 1/16 00023
Jentri LeRay Jackson 08-09-1996 Traci Lee Jackson M
David Ray Abrams GF 1/16 00023
Katrina Bernadette
Kessler 05-18-1986 Dale Lee Kessler F 1/64 105818
Kraig Michael Kessler 01-19-1989 Dale Lee Kessler F 1/64 105818
Kaitlyn Dawn
Churchill 12-17-1996 Michelle Churchill M 3/128 107089
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-71, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-72: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-72
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Juliann Loucille
Johnson 11-09-1963 Julian C. Johnson F 1/16 04300
Jacob Louis Wagner 02-06-1996 Cynthia A. Wagner M 5/64 11213
Evan Michael Higbee 06-27-1994 Chad Wayne Higbee F 1/64 108193
Lauren Elizabeth Higbee 11-19-1996 Chad Wayne Higbee F 1/64 108193
Julianna Curtessa
Bradshaw 03-30-1982 Karen Oma Wood M 1/32 12158
RESOLUTION # 97-72 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Summer Lillie-Jean
Bradshaw 06-05-1983 Karen Oma Wood M 1/32 12158
Jonathan July Bradshaw 08-28-1991 Karen Oma Wood M 1/32 12158
Cameo Mae Roush 06-27-1996 Pamela June Roush M 1/16 107174
Michael Eugene Riggs 03-04-1971 Virginia A. Riggs M 1/8 07494
Donald Ray Stull, Jr. 07-30-1981 Tammy Lou Stull M 1/64 12591
Tishia Marie Stull 10-11-1983 Tammy Lou Stall M 1/64 12591
Kristopher Linn
Palleson 07-09-1979 Tonia M. Nelson M 1/64 02938
Bryan Peter Garcia 09-04-1985 Tonia M. Nelson M 1/64 02938
Nickolas William Nelson 12-13-1995 Tonia M. Nelson M 1/64 02938
Tracey Lynn Blevins 01-16-1973 Sandra C. Blevins M 1/32 00517
Nathan Bressman 05-01-1970 Michael Bressman F 1/32 11332
Amber Nichole Flowers 10-06-1978 Jackie W. Flowers F 1/32 13094
Kelli Frances Loftis 05-14-1978 Nancy Ann Sanchez M 3/16 13088
Jacquelyn Jamae Loyd 01-07-1982 Marion Lynn Loyd F 1/64 05250
Lyndsey Dawn Loyd 06-23-1983 Marion Lynn Loyd F 1/64 05250
Jesse Lee Loyd 07-02-1985 Marion Lynn Loyd F 1/64 05250
Joshua Michael Miclea 02-25-1994 Michelle M. Miclea M 1/31 104238
Kelly Lynne Anderson 04-17-1980 Charles Anderson F 1/64 11684
Stephanie Nichole
Anderson 03-07-1982 Charles Anderson F 1/64 11684
Zachary Leighton
McDonald 04-25-1992 William McDonald F 1/64 103957
Noah Seth McDonald 09-20-1995 William McDonald F 1/64 103957
Andrew Joseph Graft 02-20-1997 Lynn Ann Graft M 1/128 05018
Robert Barnes
Knight, Jr. 05-29-1968 Billie J. Knight M 1/32 13095
Kimberly Sue Goodson 08-02-1968 Mark E. Goodson F 1/128 03108
Skyler Wald Goodson 11-16-1988 Kimberly Goodson M
Mark E. Goodson GF 1/128 03108
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-72 as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary /Treasurer

97-73: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-73
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendants of the individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Adam Lawrence Baitis 04-09-1977 Margaret S. Baitis M 1/16 01321
Heidi Kara Baitis 07-01-1981 Margaret S. Baitis M 1/16 01321
Brian Michael Baitis 03-01-1983 Margaret S. Baitis M 1/16 01321
Glenn Clyde Good 06-25-1996 Jeremy Glenn Good F 1/64 103188
David Matthew Tasier 04-17-1966 Jack Robert Tasier F 1/16 08862
Jessica Leanne Tasier 08-17-1984 Steven Duane Tasier F 1/32 13096
Erika Deanne Tasier 02-29-1988 Steven Duane Tasier F 1/32 13096
Monica Breanne Tasier 08-10-1989 Steven Duane Tasier F 1/32 13096
RESOLUTION # 97-73 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Andrew Lee Grider 06-20-1989 Ronald Paul Grider F 1/64 03273
Amy Elizabeth Grider 03-09-1992 Ronald Paul Grider F 1/64 03273
Rhiannon Rae Truog 05-08-1980 Fawn Rebecca Truog M 1/32 07705
David George
Truog, II 08-21-1981 Fawn Rebecca Truog M 1/32 07705
Jacob Daniel
Blakesley 05-28-1986 Fawn Rebecca Truog M 1/32 07705
Anita Marie King 05-23-1973 Susan P. Stamps M 1/16 09026
Jared Wayne
McCuistion 09-25-1977 David W. McCuistion F 1/32 06158
Jason Edward Mims 01-19-1974 Roger Lee Mims F 3/32 05819
Ryan Lynn Mims 04-20-1979 Roger Lee Mims F 3/32 05819
Marc Justin Lewis 10-05-1972 Jack W. Lewis F 1/8 12804
Daulton Gene Raulston 11-20-1996 David G. Raulston F 1/512 102123
Jamie Lynn Harp 07-17-1980 Tina Marie Harp M 9/64 01122
Makaila Daniella
Ricioppi-Phoenix 10-18-1996 Ann P. Ricioppi M 1/64 101806
Christian Ross Moore 12-30-1993 Mirisa K. Moore M 3/32 07756
Kathryn Laurel Moore 07-17-1996 Marisa K. Moore M 3/32 07756
Griffin Lee Santino 03-08-1989 Michael D. Santino F 3/32 07754
Jensen Marie Santino 05-12-1993 Michael D. Santino F 3/32 07754
Brenna Colleen Huth 07-11-1979 Anita Carleen Huth M 1/128 12857
Kassie Lynette
Gregory 07-24-1976 Tonia Gail Gregory M 1/64 07220
Deidra Marie Gregory 09-08-1994 Kassie L. Gregory M
Tonia Gail Gregory GM 1/64 07220
Myriah Gail
Balderrama 07-08-1996 Kassie L. Gregory M
Tonia Gail Gregory GM 1/64 07220
Luther William
Gregory III 08-24-1977 Tonia Gail Gregory M 1/64 07220
_____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATIONN
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-73, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-74: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-74
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
___________________________________________________________________________________
Brittany Gayel Giboney 07-10-1989 Robert W. Giboney F 5/64 12781
Dana Elaine Giboney 05-14-1980 Robert W. Giboney F 5/64 12781
James Wen Lawson 02-19-1976 Judith D. Lawson M 1/32 04921
Joseph Charles Sanchez 06-23-1967 Nancy Ann Sanchez M 3/16 13088
Joseph Charles
Sanchez, Jr. 09-12-1996 Joseph C. Sanchez F
Nancy Ann Sanchez GM 3/16 13088
RESOLUTION # 97-74 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Anne Shari Harmon 09-19-1972 Marla Renae Harmon M 1/32 13099
Aric Scott Harmon 09-28-1977 Marla Renae Harmon M 1/32 13099
Ashley Elaine Klemme
Tyson 08-04-1975 Leslee E. Klemme M 1/32 13100
Desten Lynne Jackson 11-07-1992 Donald A. Jackson F 1/128 104226
Carol Ann Blevins 07-30-1978 Sandra C. Blevins M 1/32 00517
Brandy Jo Martin 04-01-1991 Diana Beth Shelton M 7/32 08021
Jacqueline Fay Martin 05-06-1992 Diana Beth Shelton M 7/32 08021
Nakia Daniel Brown 06-04-1975 David M. Brown F 3/16 12040
Sarah Angelica
Negahnquet 10-06-1996 Stephen Negahnquet F 9/64 10667
Joshua Daniel Kimes 09-18-1985 Daniel A. Kimes F 1/8 04645
James Patrick Kimes 08-25-1987 Daniel A. Kimes F 1/8 04645
Peggy Michele Misenheimer
Hurlock 04-07-1964 Patsy R. Vawter M 1/32 12427
Joshua Gideon Hurlock 01-07-1989 Petty M. Hurlock M
Patsy R. Vawter GM 1/32 12427
Cheyenne Dakota Hurlock 08-25-1993 Peggy M. Hurlock M
Patsy R. Vawter GM 1/32 12427
Shawntel Renee Damron 09-11-1980 Terry L. Damron M 1/64 01437
Heather Nicole Damron 10-19-1990 Terry L. Damron M 1/64 01437
Michael Robert Damron 11-24-1992 Terry L. Damron M 1/64 01437
Aaron Roger Morris 06-24-1988 Julie Diane Morris M 1/8 11814
Alanna Kay Morris 05-07-1990 Julie Diane Morris M 1/8 11814
Natalia Jinhee Anglin 05-01-1995 Mary F. Anglin M 5/32 06648
____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-74, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-75: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to enrollment into the CPN by descendency.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-75
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO ENROLLMENT INTO THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION BY DESCENDENCY
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, a constitutional revision was voted for by the membership
of the Tribe and approved by the Assistant Secretary of the
Interior to revert to a descendency enrollment; and
WHEREAS, the following are descendents of individuals who are or
were eligible for the 1937 Tribal Roll; and
WHEREAS, the following people are eligible for enrollment by
descendency with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
___________________________________________________________________________________
Cassidy Marie Clark 08-20-1996 Amy Marie Clark M 1/128 103154
Jade Coleen Riley
Gifford 12-07-1996 Gregory D. Gifford F 1/64 101523
RESOLUTION # 97-75 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
Stephany Gay Carpenter 10-18-1994 Ella Gay Carpenter M 1/32 101713
Bridget Mae Carpenter 01-03-1996 Ella Gay Carpenter M 1/32 101713
____________________________________________________________________________________
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approves the above list of individuals to
become enrolled members of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-75, as approved on the 4th day of
June, 1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1
absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-76: SUMMARY: Resolution pertaining to the relinquishment of Norma Jean Burnett Jackson, Frances June Strike-Axe Burrow, Frederick Leonard Burrow I and Charles Antoine Bruton.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-76
A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO THE RELINQUISHMENTOF NORMA JEAN BURNETT
JACKSON, FRANCES JUNE STRIKE-AXE BURROW, FREDERICK LEONARD BURROW I
AND CHARLES ANTOINE BRUTON.
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized
tribe of American Indians with constitutional authority
under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June
26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the
Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has, through a continuation of
Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition
and recognized by treaties with the United States and in
the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws
provide that the Business Committee is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters
on which the Tribe is empowered to act now or in the
future; and
WHEREAS, tribal member, Norman [as spelled on original] Jean Burnett Jackson and her children
Frances June Strike-Axe Burrow, Frederick Leonard Burrow I
and Charles Antoine Bruton have expressed their desire to
relinquish their membership with the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation in order to enroll with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma:
NOW
RESOLUTION # 97-76 PAGE # [left blank on original]
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the
Citizen Potawatomi Nation approve the relinquishment of Norma Jean
Burnett Jackson, Frances June Strike-Axe Burrow, Frederick Leonard
Burrow I and Charles Antoine Bruton.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of
Resolution POTT# 97-76, as approved on the 4th day of June,
1997 with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-77: SUMMARY: Resolution adopting the Building Officials and Code Administrators "BOCA" as the official standard of construction for the construction activities funded by the Home Investment Partnership Act.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-77
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE BUILDING OFFICIALS AND CODE
ADMINISTRATORS "BOCA" AS THE OFFICIAL STANDARD OF CONSTRUCTION
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES FUNDED BY THE HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIP ACT
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians
with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of
June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has,
through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with
the United States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business
Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered
to act now or in the future; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is submitting a proposal to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development "HUD" under the Home Investment Partnership Act; and
WHEREAS, HUD regulations require adoption of standards for construction that meet local codes
and ordinances and that meet HUD prescribed energy-efficiency standards; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation wishes to adopt standards for construction that meet
or exceed local construction codes; NOW
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-77 PAGE # 2
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hereby adopts the BOCA
National Building Code, Thirteenth Edition, 1996 as published by the Building Officials and Code
Administrators International, Inc. as the minimum regulations governing the design, construction,
alteration, enlargement, repair, demolition, removal, maintenance and use of all buildings funded
through the HOME Investment Partnership Act.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify
that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-77, as approved on the 18th
day of June, 1997, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-78: SUMMARY: Resolution authorizing a P.L. 93-638 Title I Contract with the Indian Health Service for provision of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Programs, Activities, Services and Functions.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-78
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A P.L. 93-638 TITLE I CONTRACT WITH THE
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE FOR PROVISION OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ADDICTION
TREATMENT PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS HERETOFORE
PROVIDED BY THE NACOR TREATMENT FACILITY FOR THE CITIZEN
POTAWATOMI NATION TRIBAL MEMBERS AND FOR INDIANS NON-INDIGENOUS
TO THE SHAWNEE SERVICE UNIT AREA.
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians
with constitutional authority under the Thomas-Rogers Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of
June 26, 1936, (40 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has,
through a continuation of Potawatomi history and organized self government since time
immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with
the United States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the Business
Committee is empowered to enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak or act
on behalf of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Tribe is empowered
to act now or in the future; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation desires to strengthen its capacity in tribal government
by improving and maintaining tribal programs and actitivites; [as shown on original] and
WHEREAS, the NACOR contract provided funding for treating users and members of the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation and those services were not provided to the tribal members by NACOR
resulting in carryover dollars in the previous year; and
WHEREAS, the Tribal Administrator, is hereby granted authority to negotiate with the Indian
Health Service any items pursuant to this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Community and Family Services is hereby authorized to execute the Programs
resulting from the implementation of this Resolution; and
RESOLUTION # POTT 97-78 PAGE # 2
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
WHEREAS, the Director of the Community and Family Services, currently Rick Short, is to serve
as the contact person for answering technical questions, providing information, and attending
meetings regarding this program; and
WHEREAS, the population to be served by these programs, activities, services and functions will
be users who are Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal members and Indians non-indigenous to
the IHS Shawnee Service Unit Area.
WHEREAS, Resolution Pott #97-44 dated May 20, 1997 (provided with the Tribe's Letter of Intent
dated February 4, 1997) requested "all carryover from the previous year funding, all indirect
cost allowances and all current year funding for substance abuse treatment be immediately
transferred from the Native American Center of Recovery to the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation," meaning as soon as practical after May 20, 1997; and
WHEREAS, the Business Committee further directs by this resolution action that the Indian Health
Service shall make available to the contract agreement those fundings for preaward,
transitional costs, indirect costs, contract support costs (both direct and indirect), and those
costs deemed to be necessary for start-up, be made an integral part of this contract agreement,
and also that these funds may be included in a health compact under self-governance at the
appropriate time; furthermore, the Nation reserves the right to negotiate for Tribal shares at
the appropriate time; and
WHEREAS, the program annual state date for these services and for future annual contracts, if any,
shall be October 1 of the appropriate year; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation authorize a P.L. 93-638 Title I contract with the Indian Health Service for provision of drug
and alcohol addition treatment programs, activities, services and functions heretofore provided by
the NACOR treatment facility for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation tribal members and for Indians
non-indigenous to the Shawnee Service Unit area.
CERTIFICATION
We, the members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify
that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT # 97-78, as approved on the 18th
day of June, 1997, with 4 voting for, 0 opposed and 1 absent.
John A. Barrett, Jr., Chairman Gene Bruno, Secretary/Treasurer

97-80: SUMMARY: Resolution granting a Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity from suit to American National Bank and Trust Co. for a loan to purchase Oak Crest Hospital and authorizing the transaction.
TRANSCRIPTION:
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
[color seal on original]
RESOLUTION # 97-80
A RESOLUTION GRANTING A LIMITED WAIVER OF SOVEREIGN
IMMUNITY FROM SUIT TO AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST CO.
FOR A LOAN TO PURCHASE OAK CREST HOSPITAL AND AUTHORIZING
THE TRANSACTION
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American
Indians with constitutional authority authorized under the Oklahoma Indian
Welfare Act of June 26, 1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian
Tribes, has, through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized
self-government since time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in
Tribal tradition and recognized by treaties with the United States and in the
United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the
Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to
enact legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf
the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is
empowered to act now or in the future except those relating to claims or
treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, The Citizen Potawatomi Nation has contracted to purchase Oakcrest
Hospital from the bankrupt Sterling Healthcare Corporation through a
bankruptcy court approved contract with a $1,225,000.00 loan from
American National Bank and Trust Company secured with a pledge of the
stock of First National Bank and Trust Company owned by the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation; and
WHEREAS, a limited waiver of sovereign immunity from suit against the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation for the exclusive purposes of the loan
transaction with American National Bank and Trust Company is fair,
RESOLUTION # 97-80 PAGE # 2
CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
equitable, and necessary for the conduct of business between it and
American National Bank and Trust Company; NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION,
that a limited waiver of sovereign immunity from suits against the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation for the amount of $1,285,000 and costs agreed to in loan documents with
American National Bank and Trust Company, plus reasonable attorney fees, in Federal
District Court, is hereby granted, limiting such waiver of sovereign immunity from suit to
actions arising from any default by the Citizen Potawatomi Nation on the loan agreement
and pertaining to enforcement of American National Bank's rights against the collateral
stock of First National Bank and Trust Company; and authorizing John A. Barrett, Jr. to
consummate the loan transaction with American National Bank and Trust Company and
authorizing the pledge of the bank stock of First National Bank and Trust Company as
collateral for the loan.
CERTIFICATION
We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi
Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution
POTT # 97-80, as approved on the 30th day of June ,1997, with 5
voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and 0 absent or abstaining.
John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Linda Capps Vice-Chairman

97-81: SUMMARY: Resolution protesting the proposed policy of the Indian Health Service denying direct contracts to "buy Indian" and Sec. 8(a) vendors by "piggybacking" small business contracts to Veterans Administration prime vendor contracts in violation of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
TRANSCRIPTION:
[copy of seal on original] CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
1901 S. GORDON COOPER DRIVE SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA 74801
405-275-3121 • 1-800-880-9880 • FAX 405-275-0198
CHAIRMAN
JOHN "ROCKY' BARRETT
SECRETARY-TREASURER
GENE BRUNO
RESOLUTION POTT# 97-81
A RESOLUTION PROTESTING THE PROPOSED POLICY OF THE INDIAN HEALTH
SERVICE DENYING DIRECT CONTRACTS TO "BUY INDIAN" AND SEC. 8(a)
VENDORS BY "PIGGYBACKING" SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTS TO VETERANS
ADMINISTRATION PRIME VENDOR CONTRACTS IN VIOLATION OF THE FEDERAL
ACQUISITION REGULATIONS.
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a federally recognized tribe of American Indians
with constitutional authority under the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Act of June 26,
1936, (49 Stat. 1967); and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, the largest of the Potawatomi Indian Tribes, has,
through a continuation of Potawatomi history of organized self-government since
time immemorial, sovereign powers inherent in Tribal tradition and recognized by
treaties with the United States and in the United States Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Constitution and By-Laws provide that the
Business Committee of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation is empowered to enact
legislation, transact business, and otherwise speak and act on behalf the Citizen
Potawatomi Nation in all matters on which the Nation is empowered to act now or
in the future except those relating to claims or treaties with the United States; and
WHEREAS, the Indian Health Service is proposing to "piggyback" contracts that rightfully
should go to "Buy Indian" and Sec. 8(a) small businesses or to large business
Veterans Administration prime vendors contracts. This policy is in violation of
the Federal Acquisition Regulations and violates the spirit and law of the "Buy
Indian" and 8(a) procurement preferences requirements of the Indian Health
Service; and
WHEREAS, the Indian Health Service has a demonstrated history of ignoring the intent of
Congress in requiring the Indian Health Service to utilize Native American
vendors as a first preference vendor; and
WHEREAS, the "piggybacking" of Indian vendors contracts to large business non-Indian VA
contractors should be stopped by an action of the United States Congress in
enforcing its laws, will, and intent, NOW
[copy of seal on original] CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION
1901 S. GORDON COOPER DRIVE SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA 74801
405-275-3121 • 1-800-880-9880 • FAX 405-275-0198
CHAIRMAN
JOHN "ROCKY' BARRETT
SECRETARY-TREASURER
GENE BRUNO
Page 2 Resolution POTT# 97-81
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION, that the
United States Congress is requested to intercede on behalf of all "Buy Indian" and Section 8(a)
Indian Health Service Contractors in preventing the "piggybacking" of Indian preference
contracts to VA large business or non-Indian prime contractors.
CERTIFICATION
We, the undersigned members of the Business Committee of the citizen [as shown on original] Potawatomi Nation do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Resolution POTT# 97-81, as approved on the 17th day of September, 1996, with 4 voting for, and 0 voting opposed, and
1 absent or abstaining.
John A. Barrett, Jr. Chairman Gene Bruno Secretary/Treasurer
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