1977 Business Committee Meeting Minutes
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Finding AidSPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
January 3, 1977
MINUTES
PRESENT
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Sheila Hall, Counicilperson
GUEST
Walter Nelson
The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m., Monday, January 3, 1977. A quorum
of members were present and the meeting was held in the tribal office building.
Mr. Walter Nelson was introduced to the Business Committee and was interviewed
for the position of Business Manager. He gave a brief recap on his education
and work experience.
It was decided that the Tribe would advertise for a Business Manager for five
(5) days beginning January 5 , 1977, through January 9, 1977, and that resumes
would be accepted no later than January 12, 1977.
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted to contract the Potawatomi Health
Management and Shawnee Service Unit Feasibility Study Program from the Indian
Health Service under the Self-Determination and Educational Assistance Act, PL
93-638. Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4
in favor and none opposed. RES 77-9
The Secretary read the minutes of the last meeting and Sheila Hall moved that
the minutes be approved as read. Gerald L. Peltier second the motion and the
motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed.
It was decided that a special meeting would be held Saturday, January 15, 1977,
at 8:00 a.m. with the Business Committee and the Directors of Tribal Programs
and will continue one Saturday each month for several months. The purpose of
these meetings will be to educate the Business Committee members on tribal projects,
financial reports, budgets, program regulations. etc.
Paul Schmidlkofer moved that Sheila Hall be permitted to mail a special newsletter
to urban Indians in Oklahoma City Metropolitan area and that the Tribe
furnish the funds for postage and that the article include information concerning
their health, education, welfare and housing. The vote was 2 for and 2
opposed, and the motion failed to pass.
Tribal Alloy Plant contracts were discussed briefly by the Business Committee.
Gerald L. Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned. Paul Schmidlkofer
second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none
opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
January 7, 1977
MINUTES
PRESENT
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
GUEST
John Taylor-Superintendent, BIA
Mr. & Mrs. Billy Frost
Stewart Moss
Tom Smith
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m., Friday,
January 7, 1977. A quorum of members were present and the meeting
was held in the tribal office building.
Mr. John Taylor, Superintendent, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Shawnee
Agency, discussed amendments to Pott-Resolution 77-3 concerning
the pending claims award and Program Plan with the Business Committee.
Beverly Hughes moved that Pott-Resolution 77-3 be amended to reflect
these minor changes and that the Resolution number remain the same.
Paul Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion carried by a vote
of 3 in favor and none opposed. (copies of original resolution and
amended resolution attached) Mr. Taylor also announced that a pending
date of February 26, 1977, was being considered for the Hearing
of Record.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted for the contracting
of the Potawatomi Pecan Enterprises Program under PL 93-638. Paul
Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3
in favor and none opposed. RES 77-10
The Business Committee interviewed Billy Frost, Stewart Moss and Tom
Smith for the position of Indian Action Team Director. After a brief
discussion concerning the applicants' qualifications, the Business
Committee unanimously decided to hire Tom Smith as the Director of
the Indian Action Team Program.
Gerald L. Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned, Beverly Hughes
second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3 in favor and
none opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
February 3, 1977
Minutes
PRESENT
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Leon Bruno, Councilman
Sheila Hall, Councilwoman
GUEST
Lee Folkins
Walter Nelson
Jerry Sojka
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, February 3, 1977. The meeting
was held in the tribal office and there was a quorum of members present.
The Secretary read the minutes of the January 3, 1977 and January 7, 1977 meetings.
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes of the January 3, meeting be approved as read. Paul
Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none
opposed. Paul Schmidlkofer moved that the minutes of the January 7, meeting be approved
as read. Leon Bruno second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 for and 1
abstention.
The Chairman introduced Mr. Jerry Sojka of Harry H. Kessler & Associates, Inc., to the
Business Committee. After discussing the contracts, it was agreed by all that another
meeting would be held on Thursday, February 10, 1977. Jerry Sojka, Mr. Harry H. Kessler
and the Business Committee would be in attendance to finalize the contract negotiations
on the Alloy Plant.
The tribal newsletter was read and approved by all members of the Business Committee.
Sheila Hall moved that the Health Management Proposal be taken home to read before any
action was taken on the proposal. Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
Sheila Hall suggested that the Business Committee meet with the tribal attorneys before
voting on the contracts. She also suggested that the meeting with the attorneys be held
before the meeting with Mr. Kessler on the 10th. It was agreed that a meeting would be
set up for Friday, February 7, 1977, at 7:00p.m.
Jan Shanklin, Program Planner, submitted a letter to the Business Committee concerning
her inability to work with Mr. Peltier, and that she could work better if she were
working directly for the Business Committee. Sheila Hall requested that Leon Bruno and
Paul Schmidlkofer visit with Jan concerning the letter and that Jan report to the
Business Committee when we meet on the 7th. Gerald Peltier stated that he would work it
out with Jan since it was a management problem.
Sheila Hall asked when we would have our next Saturday meeting since it was voted upon
that these meetings be held. Paul Schmidlkofer suggested a Saturday late in February.
It was decided that February 19, 1977, at 8:30 a.m. would be agreeable.
Other topics discussed included: PHS Indian Clinic; Housing Board; CTSA Enterprises,
and Arco Pipeline easements.
Gerald Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned, second by Paul Schmidlkofer. The
motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED-
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
February 24, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Leon Bruno, Councilman
Sheila Hall, Councilwoman
Guest
Danny Corn
Peter Houghton
Walter Nelson
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m., Thursday, February 24, 1977. A quorum
of members were present and the meeting was held in the tribal office building.
Mr. Peter Houghton, Trust Officer, First National Bank, Oklahoma City was introduced to
the Business Committee. He spoke briefly about the services First National Bank could
offer if the tribe placed the Program Funds in First National Bank.
Sheila Hall moved that the reading of the minutes be tabled until the next meeting. Paul
Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none
opposed.
Sheila Hall moved that the Health Management proposal be tabled to a later date. Paul
Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3 in favor and 2
opposed. Sheila also stated that she would mail her comments to the Tribal Administrator.
The ONAP proposal was reviewed by members of the Business Committee. Sheila Hall moved
that a resolution be adopted approving the ONAP proposal and Paul Schmidlkofer second
the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES.77-11
Paul Schmidlkofer moved that a resolution be adopted approving that the Revenue Sharing
funds be used to prepare a voucher for the pending per capita payment and to hold a
Public Hearing, March 10, 1977, concerning the plan on how the Revenue Sharing funds
will be used. Leon Bruno second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in
favor and none opposed. RES.77-12
The HIP program was discussed and Sheila Hall requested a copy of all HIP work done in
FY 76. Leon Bruno moved that a resolution be adopted contracting the Home Improvement
Program for FY 77-79 under PL 93-638. Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of 4 in favor and 1 opposed. RES. 77-13
The CTSA, Inc. Board was discussed and Sheila Hall moved that the appointing of another
board member be tabled until the next Business Committee meeting. The motion died for
lack of a second.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Tom Smith to the Board of
CTSA, Inc., and that when and if a tribal member should become interested in serving on
the board, their appointment would be considered. Sheila Hall second the motion and the
motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-14
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Mr. Peltier stated that under the regulations of PL 93-638, any Business Committee
member employed by the tribe would need approval by resolution to work for the tribe.
Mr. Peltier stated that he would like to take a reduced salary and work only part time
for the tribe and was stepping down as Tribal Administrator.
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted employing Beverly Hughes as Personnel
Director under the Basic Grant. Paul Schmidlkofer second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-15
Paul Schmidlkofer stated that he would not vote to pass a resolution for Mr. Peltier to
be employed by the tribe and added that since the resolution was already passed on
Beverly Hughes, she would refrain from voting as stated in resolution. RES. 77-16
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted requesting the Bureau of Indian Affairs
allocate 46.1 million dollars for funding Indian Action Team Programs through the
Indian Technical Assistance Center, Denver, Colorado for fiscal year 1978. Beverly
Hughes second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed.
Sheila Hall requested that the agenda of the meetings be sent in advance.
Gerald Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned. Paul Schmidlkofer second the motion
and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and 0 opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
APRIL 5, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Gerald Peltier
Paul Schmidlkofer
Beverly Hughes
Leon Bruno
Sheila Hall
Guest
Walter Nelson
Danny Corn
Bob Cochran
Rebecca Cryer
Tom Smith
The meeting was called to order at 7:20 p.m., Thursday, April 5, 1977. A quorum
of members were present and the meeting was held in the tribal office building.
Bob Cochran was present at the meeting and briefed the Business Committee on the
progress he has made in finding a lender for the Alloy Plant.
Tom Smith, Indian Action Team Director, reported on the Indian Action Team Program
and the Campaign for Human Development Program.
The Business Manager, Walter Nelson, brought the Business Committee up-to-date on
the insurance proposals and stated that he had received proposals from fourteen
insurance companies.
Modification of the CHD budget was discussed and approved as presented.
Rebecca Cryer was interviewed for the position of Tribal Administrator and briefly
told the Business Committee about herself and her qualifications. Other applications
for the position were discussed. Paul Schmidlkofer moved that the position
be advertised again in several newspapers to get more coverage. The motion died
for lack of a second.
The cost of traveling to Shawnee for meetings by the Tribal Historian, Priscilla
Sherard, were discussed. Since Mrs. Sherard is on a fixed income and does not
have funds to allow her to attend these meetings, Beverly Hughes moved that she
be paid 15 cents per mile, not to exceed $75.00 per month and provide tapes for
interviews with tribal members. These funds are to come from tribal programs.
Sheila Hall second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and
none opposed.
It was agreed by all that the Business Committee would pay the cost for Chemical
Toilets and Security Guards for the Pow Wow this year.
Rebecca Cryer excused herself and left the meeting.
Paul Schmidlkofer moved that per diem for Business Committee meetings be raised
to $25.00 per meeting. Sheila Hall second the motion and the motion carried by
a vote of 4 in favor and 1 opposed.
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Leon Bruno moved that the Business Committee hire Rebecca Cryer as Tribal
Administrator. Discussion followed. Paul Schmidlkofer stated that he would
like to hire Rebecca to fill the position of Program Planner. Other applications
submitted for the position of Tribal Administrator were reviewed by the
Business Committee. The motion made by Leon Bruno died for the lack of a
second.
Paul Schmidlkofer moved that the Business Committee should readvertise for
the position of Tribal Administrator. The motion died for lack of a second.
Leon Bruno moved that the meeting be adjourned. There was not a second to
the motion and the meeting was not officially adjourned but was dissolved.
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
April 14, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Gerald Peltier
Beverly Hughes
Sheila Hall
Guest
Clifford D. Hammond
Charles Pecinosky
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 14, 1977.
A quorum was present, this meeting was called for the purpose of interviewing applicants
for the position of Tribal Administrator.
Mr. Clifford Hammond and Mr. Charles Pecinosky were interviewed by the Business Committee
and a brief discussion followed concerning the applicants.
Sheila Hall moved that the meeting be adjourned, second by Gerald Peltier. The motion
carried by a vote of 3 in favor and 0 opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
May 26, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Leon Bruno, Councilman
Sheila Hall, Councilwoman
Guest
Rebecca Cryer
Walter Nelson
Tom Smith
Jack Van Doren Hough, Jr.
Cora R. Carter
A quorum of members present, the meeting was called to order at 7:25 p.m., Thursday,
May 26, 1977.
The Secretary read the minutes of the April 5, 1977 meeting, April 14, 1977 meeting
and the meeting held on April 28, 1977. Sheila Hall moved that the minutes of the
April 5, 1977 meeting be approved as corrected. Gerald Peltier second the motion and
the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. Sheila Hall moved that
the April 14, 1977 minutes be approved as read, second by Beverly Hughes. The motion
carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. Sheila Hall moved that the minutes
of the April 28, meeting be approved as corrected, second by Paul Schmidlkofer. The
motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
Interviews for the position of Administrative Assistant followed. Those interviewed
were: Jack Van Doren Hough, Jr., Cora R. Carter, and Joan O'Brien. The applicants
for the Administrative Assistant were discussed and it was agreed that a decision
would not be made at this time and that other applicants would be interviewed at a
later date.
The Tribal Administrator provided a written report from the Native American Children's
Center. A brief discussion followed concerning the program with an emphasis on
expanding the present program and finding a new or better facility to house the program.
Tom Smith gave official notice to the Business Committee that he is resigning from his
position as Indian Action Team Director and presented a report on the current status of
the Indian Action Team, HIP, CHD, and Environmental Health Programs. After giving his
report, Tom excused himself and left the meeting.
Sheila Hall moved that funds be advanced from the General Account not exceeding the
$4,000.00 budget. These funds are to be reimbursed to the General Account when funding
sources coming to the tribe are received. Paul Schmidlkofer second the motion and the
motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Paul Schmidlkofer to the
Natural Resources Committee of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Beverly Hughes second the
motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3 in favor and 2 opposed. RES. 77-24
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted submitting a three year Indian Action
Team Proposal (FY 78-80). Leon Bruno second the motion and the motion carried by a
vote of 3 in favor and 1 opposed and 1 absention. RES. 77-25
Beverly Hughes moved that Jo Nell Negahnquet be promoted to CHR Director. Sheila Hall
second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
Gerald Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned second by Leon Bruno. The motion
carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
JUNE 22, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Vice Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:25 p.m.,
Wednesday, June 22, 1977. A quorum of members were present
and the meeting was held in the tribal office.
The Secretary read the minutes of the May 26th meeting and
Paul Schmidlkofer moved that the minutes be approved as read.
Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion carried by
a vote of 3 in favor and none opposed.
The chemical toilets for the Pow Wow were discussed and Beverly
Hughes moved that the Tribe pay half the cost of renting the
toilets and OEH to pay the other half. Paul Schmidlkofer second
the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3 in favor and
none opposed.
It was agreed that the voting for officers in the General Council
Meeting would be by a majority vote and that the canidates would
be listed in alphabetical order on the ballots.
Mr. Peltier stated that Bob Cochran and Jerry Sokja would be
present at the General Council Meeting and the agenda was also
briefly discussed.
Gerald Peltier moved that the meeting be adjourned, second by
Paul Schmidlkofer. The motion carried by a vote of 3 in favor
and none opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treas.
GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
June 25, 1977
MINUTES
PRESENT
Gerald L. Peltier, Chairman
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Leon Bruno, Councilman
Sheila M. Hall, Councilwoman
GUEST
Father Vincent Traynor
Robert Cochran
Jeff Diamond
Ed Herndon, BIA
Marcell McDaniels, BIA
The General Council meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June
25, 1977. A quorum of members present and the meeting was held in the Cultural
Heritage Building south of Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Father Vincent Traynor of St. Gregory's College led the invocation and spoke to
the Council about the future of the tribe.
Chairman Peltier introduced Mr. Robert Cochran of Stieferl Nicholas, Inc., to the
Council. Mr. Cochran brought the Council up to date on the progress made in
finding a lender for the proposed Potawatomi owned Alloy Plant. He also discussed
other aspects of the business venture and answered questions from tribal members.
Mr. Jeff Diamond of Miller, Peters & Diamond, Attorney's at Law, was introduced
to the Council and spoke briefly on the legality of the engineering and management
Contracts signed by the tribe on the Alloy Plant.
The Secretary read the minutes of the June 25, 1976, General Council meeting.
Luree Hudson moved that the minutes be approved as read and Elnora Herrod seconded
the motion. The motion carried with all in favor.
Chairman Peltier stated that the election of officers would be the next item on
the agenda and called for Paul Schmidlkofer to speak. Mr. Schmidlkofer stated
that he requested that the Grievance Committee chair the meeting during the
election of the chairman since both he and Mr. Peltier were candidates for tribal
chairman. The 1975 audit on the stone was discussed. Mary Lynn Hillemeyer
stated a point of order and requested that the meeting proceed. She also requested
that an audit of all tribal accounts be prepared yearly and that a financial
statement be prepared yearly for the General Council meeting.
Sheila Hall suggested that a chairman pro-tem be elected to conduct the meeting.
Emma Courchene seconded the motion. The motion failed to pass since there was
no call for a vote. Discussion followed. Jerry Lewis was appointed by acclimation
to chair the meeting during the election of the chairman.
Pete Veitenheimer moved that Sheila Hall be nominated as Chairman Pro-tem. The
motion died for lack of a second.
Jerry Lewis was affirmed again by acclimation by a majority of votes. Mr. Lewis
took the chair and proceeded with the election of the Tribal Chairman.
Sheila Hall stated that the floor should be open for nominations for chairman.
Mr. Lewis stated that the Constitution states a person must file (10) days prior
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to the election. Marcell McDaniels, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Anadarko, Oklahoma
was asked to define the request constitutionally and she stated that according
to the Constitution the intent to run for office must be made by letter ten days
prior to the election, and, that those candidates had filed according to the
constitutions rules and regulations and that this could not be changed until
the constitution was amended. Several tribal members asked for Constitution
changes at this meeting. Mr. Lewis took the floor and asked those who wanted
to continue with the election say Aye, and those who do not say Nay. The response
was to continue with the election of officers.
(copy B) Linda Wolfe moved that each candidate have three (3) minutes to speak
to the Council. Charley Wesselhoff seconded the motion. The motion carried by
a majority vote.
(copy C) Jim Smith moved that members of the Business Committee speak to the
Council, the motion died for lack of a second.
Mr. Lewis asked for volunteers who were not tribal members to count the ballots.
The following people were selected to count ballots: Janell Veitenheimer, Wanda
Keesee, Mrs. Wright, and Margaret Spalding.
The candidates for chairman were Paul Schmidlkofer, and Gerald Peltier. After
each candidate spoke the vote was Gerald Peltier, 89 votes and Paul Schmidlkofer,
108 votes. Paul Schmidlkofer was elected as the new Chairman.
Chairman Schmidlkofer took the floor. He announced that Leon Bruno, Audie Pecore,
Priscilla Sherard and Jim Tacker were candidates for Councilpersons, and that the
Councilmen would be elected by a majority of votes on the first ballot. Each candidate
spoke to the Council and the vote was cast. The results of the first ballot
were: Leon Bruno-4 votes, Bill Negahnquet-41 votes, Audie Pecore-19 votes, Priscilla
Sherard-23 votes, and Jim Tacker-66 votes. Jim Tacker was elected as first Councilman.
Since there was not a majority of votes for second Councilman, there would
be a run off between Bill Negahnquet and Priscilla Sherard. The second ballot was
to be used for the run off and the vote was cast. The results were Bill Negahnquet-
43 votes and Priscilla Sherard-45 votes. Priscilla Sherard was elected as second
Councilperson.
Chairman Schmidlkofer introduced the Bureau of Indian Affairs Officials to the
Council, Mr. John Taylor, Superintendent and Ed Hearndon, Tribal Operations of
the Shawnee Agency. Mrs. Marcell McDaniels, Anadarko Area Office was also introduced.
The Chairman then introduced members of the office staff who were present at the
meeting.
Audie Pecore and Joe Negahnquet had submitted letters to serve on the Grievance
Committee and had no opposition. The floor was now open for nominations for a
third Grievance Committee member. Mary Lynn Hillemeyer was nominated by Melvin
Clark. Pete Veitenheimer nominated Linda Wolfe. The vote was Mary Lynn Hillemeyer-
36 votes and Linda Wolfe-12 votes. Mary Lynn Hillemeyer was elected to serve on
the Grievance Committee.
The Chairman stated that the Business Committee would consider recommendation from
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June 25, 1977
the floor to fill the office of Vice-Chairman. The nominations from the floor
were; Jo Nell Negahnquet nominated Marge Brant, Linda Wolfe nominated Pete
Veitenheimer, Mary Lynn Hillemeyer nominated Sheila Hall, Francis C. Pierce
nominated Charley Wesslehoff, Leo Roberts nominated himself, second by Edith
Roberts. The nominations ceased and the Chairman told the Council that their
recommendations would be considered.
Jim Tacker moved that all tribal monies be audited yearly and a detailed financial
statement be posted for the benefit of tribal members. Priscilla Sherard seconded
the motion and the motion carried by a majorify vote.
Emma Courchene moved that a open quarterly meeting be held so interested tribal
members could attend and be more informed about tribal programs and progress.
And, that these meetings be publicized in the newsletter so everyone would
know when the meeting was being held. There was discussion on what kind of meeting
this would be, Council or Business Committee. Mr. Lewis stated that it would
be hard if not impossible for many to attend this many Council meetings per year
since so many tribal members live so far away. It was agreed that there would
be a quarterly open Business Committee meeting. Linda Wolfe seconded the motion
and the motion carried by a majority vote.
Katheryn Wamego moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Linda Wolfe.
The motion carried by a majority vote.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
June 28, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Jim Tacker, Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
Guest
John Taylor, Superintendent, BIA
Ray Brown, BIA
Bob Cochran
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Adm.
Walt Nelson, Business Mgr.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:50 a.m., Tuesday, June 28, 1977.
A quorum of members were present.
First item on the agenda was appointing a Vice-Chairman to fill the unexpired
term of one year. Names submitted at the General Council Meeting were, Sheila
Hall, Marge Brant, Charles Wesselhoft, Leo Roberts and Pete Veitenheimer.
Discussion followed. Jim Tacker moved that Sheila Hall be appointed Vice-
Chairman to fill the unexpired term of one year. Priscilla Sherard second the
motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed.
Jim Tacker moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Paul Schmidlkofer to
the CTSA , Inc., Board of Directors. Priscilla Sherard second the motion and
the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES 77-28
Priscilla Sherard moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Rebecca Cryer
to the Board of Directors of CTSA, Enterprises. Jim Tacker second the motion
and the motion carried by vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES 77-29
Priscilla Sherard moved that Rebecca Cryer's salary be raised to $16,000 per
year. Jim Tacker second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 3 in
favor and one abstention.
Jim Tacker moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Priscilla Sherard
to the PHS-Indian Health Advisory Board and Beverly Hughes as alternate.
Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion carried by vote of 4 in favor
and none opposed. RES 77-30
The Indian Action Team proposal was discussed and it was unamiously decided
that the training program be extended to 26 weeks instead of 14 weeks.
Priscilla moved that a resolution be adopted submitting an Indian Action Team
proposal for fiscal year '78. Jim Tacker second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES 77-31
Bob Cochran was present and brought the Business Committee up-to-date on the
current status of the alloy plant. He stated that all the lenders has agreed
but that a BIA commitment had not been made as yet. He also added that a
resolution from the current Business Committee supporting the project would
be beneficial to all concerned.
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Jim Tacker moved that a resolution be adopted endorsing the alloy plant
and that copy of this resolution be sent to Bob Selvey, Washington, Bureau
of Indian Affairs. Beverly Hughes second the motion and the motion carried
by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES 77-32
Jim Tacker moved that the Tribal Administrator have a special audit prepared
by a private firm on the Potawatomi Stone Works. Priscilla Sherard second
the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed.
Beverly Hughes moved that the name of Joe Cheatwood be added to the HIP list
and that the name of Frank Clark and Wade Bourbonnais be added to the CHD
list. Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion carried by a vote
of 4 in favor and none opposed.
Rainwater leaking into the building due to the lack of guttering was discussed.
Walter Nelson, Business Manager, presented two bids on installing guttering
to the Business Committee. Beverly Hughes moved that one of the bids be
accepted on guttering for the building to correct the problem. Jim Tacker
second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none
opposed.
Amending the Constitution was discussed and the following people were suggested
to form a committee on ammending the Constitution. It was also agreed that a
letter be sent to these people to see if they were interested in serving on this
committee. Marge Brant, Joe Coulter, Danny Corn, Bob James and Billy Burch.
Priscilla Sherard suggested that the tribal administrator write the tribal
claims attorneys and find out what the amount of offsets were on each claim.
Priscilla Sherard moved that a resolution be adopted authorizing Rebecca Cryer,
Tribal Administrator, and Beverly Hughes, Tribal Secretary-Treasurer, to sign
all tribal checks. Jim Tacker second the motion and the motion carried by a
vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES 77-33
Jim Tacker moved that the meeting be adjourned, second by Priscilla Sherard.
The motion carried with all in favor.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
JULY 19, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila M. Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
Guest
Rebecca Cryer
Walter Nelson
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday,
July 19, 1977. The meeting was held in Anadarko, Oklahoma, and a quorum
of members were present.
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Administrator, informed the Business Committee of the
current status of new and on going tribal programs. The pending per capita
payment was also discussed.
Other topics discussed were salaries, research on health and scholarship
program plans, Indian Action Team Program and the CHR Program.
It was agreed that Danny Corn and Rebecca Cryer would work together to complete
the program plans for implementation of these programs.
The CHR Contract Proposal was discussed and Beverly Hughes moved that a
resolution be adopted submitting a CHR proposal and authorizing Paul
Schmidlkofer as Contract Administrator and Rebecca Cryer to sign and approve
monthly narratives, reports, and invoice for payment.
Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4
in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-34
The meeting at the Area Office, Anadarko, was discussed and Sheila Hall
moved that a resolution be adopted authorizing Bob Cochran of Stifel Nicklas
to pursue funding for the Alloy Plant and to coordinate with all levels of
the B.I.A. in acquiring interium funding and permanent funding and to
represent the tribe in these matters. Beverly Hughes second the motion and
the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-35
Sheila Hall moved that Paul Schmidlkofer, Chairman, be reimbursed from
tribal funds for the salary he lost while working for the tribe for two
weeks and that he be paid $200.00 per week. Priscilla Sherard second
the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 4 in favor and none opposed.
Rebecca Cryer stated that she felt that all Directors of programs whose
responsibilities were relatively the same should be paid comparable
salaries. Her recommendation was to raise the salary of Directors whose
salaries were not comparable to other Directors.
It was agreed by all members present that the Indian Action Team proposal be
submitted requesting additional funds to train 100 students.
Beverly Hughes moved that the meeting be adjourned. Priscilla Sherard
second the motion and the motion carried by a unamious vote.
MEETING ADJOURNED
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
August 15, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Chairman, Paul E. Schmidlkofer
V-Chairman, Sheila M. Hall
Secretary-Treas., Beverly I. Hughes
Councilman, Jim Tacker
Councilwoman, Priscilla Sherard
Guest
Jeff Diamond
Rebecca Cryer
Walter Nelson
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m., Monday, August 15, 1977.
A quorum of members were present.
Jeff Diamond, Miller, Peters, & Diamond, Attorneys at Law, was introduced
to the new members of the Business Committee. Mr. Diamond answered
questions concerning the legal aspects of the Alloy Plant contracts.
Suggested changes or clarifications were discussed and it was agreed
by all that a clearer defination of net profit and audit proceedures
be added to the contracts. The changes were;
3.2a Net Profit before interest shall be revenue from gross sales
less total costs, including but not limited to labor, direct and
indirect materials, overhead, and management fee in paragraph 3.1.
3.6 Manufacturer shall, upon demand, deliver all books, accounts and
records to CMC in order to allow CMC to inspect, examine or audit
the same.
The clearing of Squirrel Creek was discussed. It was decided that
the tribe would wait until other owners cleared their portion of the
creek before the tribe would act on having any work done.
Priscilla Sherard moved that the meeting be adjourned. Sheila Hall
second the motion and the motion carried by all in favor.
The next meeting was announced to be held on the 17th of August and
Mr. Jerry Sojka would be in attendance.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
August 17, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Jim Tacker, Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
Guest
Jerry Sojka
Rebecca Cryer
Walter Nelson
The minutes was called to order by the Chairman at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 17,
1977. A quorum of members were present.
Mr. Jerry Sojka, Harry H. Kessler, Associates, was introduced to the new members of
the Business Committee. Discussion followed concerning the alloy plant and the
proposed changes in the contracts.
Sheila Hall moved to accept the contracts with the changes discussed and outlined
in the minutes of the August 15, 1977, meeting that was held with the tribal
attorney, Jeff Diamond. Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion carried
by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted supporting United Tribes of
Western Oklahoma and Kansas. Sheila Hall second the motion and the motion carried
by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 37
Priscilla Sherard requested information concerning how many cook books and history
had been sold, the cost on having them printed and how much money had been received
to date. Since the tribal bookkeeper will be on vacation for the next two weeks,
Walter Nelson stated that this information would be made available at the September
meeting.
Remodeling the offices to allow more room for the CHR Program and the Tribal
Administrator was discussed. The Chairman asked the Business Manager to prepare a
set of proposed plans for remodeling and bring to the Business Committee for
consideration.
Other topics discussed were Indian Health Service Board members, National Tribal
Chairmans Association, National Congress of American Indians, CTSA, Inc., and CTSA
Enterprises, the tribal museum progress and the arts and craft program.
Jim Tacker moved that the meeting be adjourned. Beverly Hughes second the motion
and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKALHOMA
August 24, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila M. Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secty-Treas.
Jim Tacker, Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
Guest
Rebecca Cryer
Walter Nelson
Wayne Costiloe
The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m., Wednesday, August 24,
1977. A quorum of members were present and the meeting was held in
the Tribal Office Building.
The Secretary passed out the minutes of the June 22, 1977, June 28, 1977,
July 19, 1977, August 15, 1977, and August 17, 1977 meetings, and
they were all read by the Business Committee.
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes of the June 22, 1977 meeting be
approved as corrected. The correction being to add the name of Rebecca
Cryer to the list of guest. Beverly Hughes second the motion and the
motion carried with all in favor.
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes of the June 28, 1977 meeting be
approved as read. Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of all in favor.
Priscilla Sherard moved that the minutes of the July 19, 1977 meeting
be approved as read. Sheila Hall second the motion and the motion
carried by all in favor.
Priscilla Sherard moved that the minutes of the August 15, 1977
meeting be approved as read. Beverly Hughes second the motion and
the motion carried with all in favor.
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes of the August 17, 1977 meeting
be approved as corrected. The correction being, to correct the
word in the first paragraph to read meeting instead of minutes and
to add in the minutes that "Administrative Services" are what the
Business Committee will be supporting in the organization of United
Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas. Priscilla Sherard second the
motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Minutes, August 24, 1977 page two
The IHS Health Board of Directors was discussed and it was decided
that the assigned delegate, Priscilla Sherard, and alternates,
Beverly Hughes and Sheila Hall will be effective on the Oklahoma
City Area Board on November 19, 1977, after the elections of new
officers.
A feasibility study on a Cememt Block Co. was discussed and it was
agreed that all members of the Business Committee would review the
feasibility study and discuss the possibility of buying the business
at a later date.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted appointing Jim
Tacker to another term on the Central Tribes of the Shawnee Area, Inc.
Board of Directors. Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion
carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-38
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted approving Jerry Lewis,
a tribal member, to be hired by the tribe at a salary of $1.00 so
he can seek grant support for our historical and cultural programs.
Priscilla Sherard second the motion and the motion carried by a vote
of 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-39
A list of those people who have been nominated to serve on the
committee to ammend the constitution will be made available to the
Business Committee at the next meeting and what their decision was
concerning serving on this committee.
Wayne Costiloe, CHD Director and Indian Action Team Director, gave
his report on the current status of these programs. (Copy attached)
The formulation of a contract to be signed by all tribal members who
receive HIP grants was discussed and it was agreed that some type of
contract should be signed by each participant. This contract would
state in fact that they were not to sell their homes within a year
and if they did by necessity have to sell then a portion of the
gains from the sale would revert back to the tribe.
The Chairman requested a list of all vehicles owned by the tribe and
recommended that a property procurement schedule be maintained by
the staff and also a maintenance policy.
Sheial Hall moved that a resolution be adopted enrolling those people
who have applied for enrollment that show a degree of blood and who
are otherwise eligible for enrollment. Priscilla Sherard second the
motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none opposed.
RES. 77-40
Jim Tacker requested a dollar amount that has been spent on each HIP
and CHD participant this year. Mr. Costiloe stated that such a list
would be prepared and made available to the Business Committee by
the next regular meeting.
Minutes, August 24, 1977 page three
Mr. Tacker also requested a list of all employees and a salary schedule
of each employee. Rebecca Cryer stated that a list would be
compiled and presented at the next regular meeting.
Remodeling the tribal office was discussed and it was agreed that
some changes could be made to avoid the crowded conditions in the
CHR's offices. Sheila Hall moved that the staff direct the remodeling
and the cost not exceed $500.00. Priscilla Sherard second the motion
and the motion carried by a vote of all in favor.
Sheila Hall stated that she had talked to Pete Veitenheimer's probation
officer concerning the agreement he made with the Federal Government
to pay the tribe back the agreed amount of $1600.00. After a brief
discussion, it was agreed that the Tribal Administrator would send a
letter to Mr. Veitenheimer asking him to come into the tribal office before
September 15, 1977 to work out his indebtedness to the tribe
and to come to a reasonable amount to be paid per month.
The not very old Title X pick up truck was discussed and the condition
of the truck being almost unrepairable prompted the need for the tribe
to purchase a new truck. Wayne Costiloe quoted several bids on new
Ford and Chevrolet pick ups. Sheila Hall moved that the tribe purchase
a Crew Cab 3/4 Ton pick up truck, four speed, heavy duty suspension
and bumper with larger engine and that the cost not exceed $4100.00
and that the funds be advanced from the General Account to be paid
back through tribal programs (Home improvement). Jim Tacker second
the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and none
opposed.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted authorizing Rebecca
Cryer, Tribal Administrator to sign all OEH documents. Sheila Hall
second the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and
none opposed. RES. 77-41
The cemetary at Sacred Heart was discussed and it was agreed that the
tribe would investigate the possibility of caring for the grounds if
it were deeded to a cemetary trust status. It is presently owned by
Mr. Bill DeLonais.
Priscilla Sherard moved that Paul Schmidlkofer be an alternate check
signer with Rebecca Cryer. The motion was second by Sheila Hall and
carried by all in favor.
Jim Tacker moved that the meeting be adjourned, second by Sheila Hall.
The motion carried by all in favor.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
August 31, 1977
MINUTES
PRESENT
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila M. Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Jim Tacker, Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
GUEST
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Adm.
Walter Nelson, Business Mgr.
Annette Van Dusen
John Hurlburt
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m., Wednesday, August 31,
1977. A quorum of members were present. The Business Committee members read
the minutes of the August 24 meeting. Jim Tacker moved that the minutes be
approved as read. Priscilla Sherard seconded the motion and the motion
carried with all in favor.
The Wic Proposal was discussed and it was announced that the Sac & Fox Tribe
would sponsor this program. At the present time they are looking for office
space to house the program and have asked about the community building.
Renting space to this program was discussed and tabled until a later date.
Sheila M. Hall entered the meeting.
The Day Care Center was discussed in detail and it was agreed to keep the
Center open since the Center was not refunded for FY '78. Sheila Hall moved
that the Day Care Center continue for two months on a trial basis and that
$2,000.00 be advance from the General Account and that the program be re-
evaluated at the end of the two months. Jim Tacker seconded the motion and
the motion carried with all in favor.
Salaries of the Director of the Day Care Center and the Tribal Administrator
Assistant were discussed. Jim Tacker suggested gradual increase in salaries
instead of a large increase at one time. The Tribal Administrator announced
that Annette Van Dusen would be promoted to Tribal Administrator Assistant
and John Hurlburt promoted to Director of the Day Care Center. It was agreed
by all that these changes in the staff would be approved.
Moving the Community House up to the hill was discussed and the Business
Committee directed the Business Manager to get price estimates on what it
would cost to move the building. Beverly Hughes moved that the building be
moved and Jim Tacker seconded the motion. Motion carried will all in favor.
Priscilla Sherard moved that all checks issued to the Business Committee
members, Tribal Administrator and Business Manager for the General Council
Meeting, June 25, 1977, be approved. Jim Tacker seconded the motion and the
motion carried with all in favor.
8/31/77
page 2
Paul Schmidlkofer requested that his name be removed from signing checks at
this time.
Jim Tacker moved that Priscilla Sherard be paid $12.00 per meeting when
attending the Health Board meetings in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Beverly Hughes
seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Beverly Hughes moved that Jim Tacker and Paul Schmidlkofer be paid $25.00
each for attending all officially called meetings of CTSA, Inc., Board of
Directors. Sheila Hall seconded the motion and the motion carried with all
in favor.
Beverly Hughes moved that Sheila Hall be reimbursed for expenses incurred
while attending two meetings in Oklahoma City. Jim Tacker seconded the
motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
The date for the first open Business Committee meeting (first quarterly meeting)
was discussed and it was agreed by all that the meeting would be held at
10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 24, 1977. This meeting will also be advertised
via the newsletter which would be mailed prior to the meeting.
The Chairman asked the Tribal Administrator to prepare a code of ethics for the
members of the Business Committee, Grievance Committee and Staff.
Sheila Hall requested a copy of the minutes of the June 25, 1977, General
Council meeting.
Priscilla Sherard gave a brief report on the Health Board meeting she attended
in Shawnee.
Beverly Hughes moved that the meeting be adjourned seconded by Sheila Hall.
The motion carried by a vote of all in favor.
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
SPECIAL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 21, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Jim Tacker-Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
Guest
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Adm.
Walter Nelson, Business Mgr.
Bill Negahnquet
Mary Lynn Hillemeyer
A. B. Pecore
Joe Negahnquet
The meeting was called to order at 8:20 p.m., Wednesday, September 21,
1977. A quorum of members were present and the meeting was held in
the council room of the Cultural Heritage Building.
The Secretary read the minutes of the August 31, 1977, meeting.
Discussion followed concerning board approval of salaries for the
administrator assistant and the director of the day care center.
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes be approved as read. Priscilla
Sherard seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
The Grievance Committee entered the meeting, and were welcomed by the
Business Committee.
After discussion Priscilla Sherard moved that a letter be written to
Gerald Peltier, former Chairman, signed by all members of the Business
Committee and the Grievance Committee stating that due to his objectionable
attitude and harassment of tribal employees, all his request for
information be by correspondence and that upon this request an appointment
would be made with the Tribal Secretary-Treasurer and he could come
into the tribal office accompanied by a member to the Grievance Committee.
Jim Tacker seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Priscilla requested the Business Committee prepare the necessary papers
to dissolve the Potawatomi Industries, Inc. It was agreed that since
the time to file for renewal was September 5 of this year we would not
file again and let the Corporation be dissolved.
The Tribal Administrator stated that we have received the Title XX
approval and that 22 children were now enrolled in the day care center.
Sheila Hall suggested that the sliding salary scale on eligibility may
be unfair and should be reevaluated. It was agreed that at the end of
the two month trial period this matter would be reviewed.
minutes
9/21/77
page 2
A revised Indian Action Team proposal was submitted to the Business
Committee for review. After reviewing the proposal Sheila Hall
moved that the proposal be tabled and discussed at the Saturday
meeting. Jim Tacker added that no further discussion was really
necessary and felt action could be taken at this time. Sheila Hall
withdrew her motion. Jim Tacker then moved that a resolution be
adopted to submit the revised Indian Action Team Proposal for the
Home Improvement classes. Priscilla Sherard seconded the motion
and the motion carried with 5 in favor and none opposed. RES. 77-43
The Tribal Administrator announced that letters had been received
from the following people who were willing to serve on the Constitutional
Revision Committee: Marge Brant, Billy Burch, Edgwenna
Fritsche, Bob James and Joe Coulter. Sheila Hall moved that the
Business Committee appoint Marge Brant as Chairman of this Committee.
Jim Tacker seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in
favor.
Beverly Hughes moved that the per diem of $25.00 per Business Committee
meeting be approved for the Tribal Administrator and Business Manager
retro active to July 1, 1977. Sheila Hall seconded the motion and the
motion carried with all in faovr.
Sheila Hall moved that the Grievance Committee be paid $10.00 per day
for meetings held on September 21, 23, and 24, 1977, plus mileage.
Beverly Hughes seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in
favor.
Sheila Hall moved that the Business Committee continue to use Roberts
Rules of Order for all meetings. Priscilla Sherard seconded the
motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Sheila Hall suggested that there be an oath of office for all Business
Committee and Grievance Committee members.
Other topics discussed were: CHD Program; HIP Program; Personnel
Policies and the Agenda for the meeting Saturday, September 24, 1977.
The hiring of a security guard for the Saturday meeting was discussed.
The Grievance Committee recommended that one be hired.
Jim Tacker moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Sheila
Hall. The motion carried with all in favor.
MEETING ADJOURNED-
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING (OPEN)
Shawnee, Oklahoma
September 24, 1977
MINUTES
Present
Chairman, Paul E. Schmidlkofer
V-Chairman, Sheila M. Hall
Secretary-Treas., Beverly I. Hughes
Councilman, Jim Tacker
Councilman, Priscilla Sherard
Guest Speakers
Mr. Don Miller, Auditor
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Adm.
Walter Nelson, Business Mgr.
John Taylor, BIA
A. B. Pecore, Grievance Committee
John Hurlburt, Day Care Center
Wayne Costiloe, CHD, IAT Director
Jo Nell Negahnquet, CHR Director
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 10:10 a.m., Saturday,
September 24, 1977. A quorum of members were present and the meeting
was held in the Council Room of the Cultural Heritage Building. Several
tribal members were also in attendance since the meeting was the first
open Business Committee Meeting since the General Council voted to hold
four annual Business Committee meetings open to the members at the June
1977 General Council Meeting.
The Secretary read the minutes of the September 21, 1977 meeting and
Sheila Hall moved that the minutes be approved as read. Jim Tacker
seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
The Chairman turned the meeting over to the Vice Chairman to conduct
the business of the tribe concerning the Stone Works audit reports.
Vice Chairman Hall introduced Mr. Don Miller, of Ephraim, Sureck &
Miller, Certified Public Accountants, to the Business Committee and
tribal members. Mr. Miller presented each member of the Business
Committee a copy of the audit on the Stone Plant. The audit was
reviewed and discussion followed. Several tribal members requested
copies of the audit and these were furnished by the staff. After
discussion and comments from the floor the Chairman of the Greivance
Committee, Mr. A. B. Pecore, spoke concerning the charges made against
the Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary-Treasurer by previous chairman
of the tribe and stated that the Greivance Committee was investigating
the charges. (Copy of audit filed with the minutes)
The Vice Chairman turned the meeting back to the Chairman. The progress
of the Alloy Plant was discussed and questions from the floor were
answered.
Minutes, September 24, 1977 cont.
Wayne Costiloe, CHD, Indian Action Team Director, reported to the
Business Committee concerning the work done on tribal members homes
and the progress of the school.
Jo Nell Negahnquet, CHR Director, talked about the CHR Program and
made announcements concerning the IHS Indian Clinic.
John Hurlburt, Day Care Center, discussed the Day Care Center and
informed the members of the eligibility requirements for obtaining
Day Care facilities under the new rules and regulations.
John Taylor, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Superintendent, Shawnee Agency,
spoke briefly concerning the pending per capita payment and announced
that the earliest a payment could be made would be late spring or
early summer, 1978.
Sheila Hall moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Priscilla
Sherard. The motion carried with all in favor.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
CITIZEN BAND POTAWATOMI INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA
REGULAR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING
SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
November 15, 1977
MINUTES
PRESENT
Paul E. Schmidlkofer, Chairman
Sheila Hall, Vice-Chairman
Beverly I. Hughes, Secretary-Treasurer
Jim Tacker, Councilman
Priscilla Sherard, Councilwoman
GUEST
Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Administrator
Walter Nelson, Business Manager
Mike Mahaffey, Architect
R.J. Wenthe, United Builders
Richard Thompson, Wynn Const. Co.
The bids for construction of the new day care center building were opened at
2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 15, 1977, by Architect Mike Mahaffey in the presence
of the following people: Walter Nelson, Beverly I. Hughes, Rebecca Cryer,
Richard Thompson, R.J. Wenthe, and Paul E. Schmidlkofer. The bids were publicly
read aloud. Wynn Construction Company submitted the low bid of $397,300.00.
Mike Mahaffey recommended the Business Committee accept the low bid and sign the
contracts.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:40 p.m. and a quorum of members
were in attendance.
Members of the Business Committee reviewed the building plans. The existing
water line that runs under the building site was discussed. It was agreed by
all that the water line be rerouted before construction of the building with
an approximate cost of $3,500.00. It was also agreed that the Shawnee Tribe
be approached to pay partial cost of changing the line since this line services
their buildings.
Jim Tacker noted that the building specs would allow the electrical contractor
to use aluminum wiring. Mr. Mahaffey had stated earlier in the meeting that
copper wiring would be used throughout the building.
Beverly Hughes moved that a resolution be adopted accepting the low bid of
$397,300.00 on the new building from Wynn Construction Company, Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma and that the Chairman be authorized to sign the contracts and that
Mike Mahaffey, Architect, be the person the Business Committee would contact
pertaining to changes and/or any other comments pertaining to construction of
the building. Priscilla Sherard seconded the motion and the motion carried
with 5 in favor and none opposed. RES - 78-2
Jim Tacker moved that a resolution be adopted approving Beverly Hughes, Tribal
Secretary-Treasurer, to work for the Tribe under 93-638 Basic Grant as tribal
rolls official and statistician. Sheila Hall seconded the motion and the
motion carried with 4 in favor and 1 abstension. RES - 78-3
It was announced by the Tribal Administrator that Wayne Costiloe, Indian Action
Team Director, had resigned and that the position was now open. It was agreed
that the position should be advertised in local, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa newspapers,
and that Rebecca Cryer select a new Indian Action Team Director. Rebecca
Cryer stated that she had talked with Tom Smith, former Indian Action Team
Director, and that he was interested in filling this position again. After
discussion the Business Committee authorized Rebecca Cryer to hire Mr. Smith as
Indian Action Director if he was still interested in working for the Tribe.
MINUTES
11/15/77
page 2
The personnel policies were discussed briefly and it was agreed by all that
they would be reviewed completely at the December meeting and, if not before,
be approved at the January meeting.
It was agreed that the next open Business Committee meeting would be held Jan.
21, 1978, and that this meeting be announced in the December newsletter.
Since the pecans have not yielded the crop we expected, Walter Nelson suggested
the Tribe could either hire some people to pick up the pecans or let people
pick up on the halves and we sell our half at 50¢ per lb. It was decided to
let people pick up on the halves and that tribal members 60 and over could pick
up pecans free.
The minutes of the September 24, 1977, open Business Committee meeting were
read and Jim Tacker moved the minutes be approved as read. Priscilla Sherard
seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted accepting the transfer agreement
offered by OEH, project OK76-725 with one modification that the amount of
$2,500.00 expended on the project be included in the transfer agreement. Beverly
Hughes seconded the motion and the motion carried with 5 in favor and none
opposed. RES - 78-4
Sheila Hall moved that a resolution be adopted contracting the tribes share of
the extension funds from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and that the funds contracted
be used for home maintenance and home extension services. Priscilla
Sherard seconded the motion and the motion carried by a vote of 5 in favor and
none opposed. RES - 78-5
Jim Tacker moved that a letter be written for Priscilla Sherard as per her
request stating that she is not employed by the Tribe and that she does not
receive a salary but only per diem for meetings and is reimbursed for expenses
while on tribal business. Sheila Hall seconded the motion and the motion
carried with all in favor.
LEAA funds were discussed and it was agreed by all that the Tribal Administrator
submit a proposal to the Business Committee at the December meeting.
Renting the Stone Building was discussed and it was agreed that we would not
rent the building at this time.
Sheila Hall moved that the Business Committee have a Christmas Party for employees
on December 16, 1978, at 7:00 p.m., and that the Tribe donate $25.00 towards the
party. Jim Tacker seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
Beverly Hughes moved that the resolution approved by phone be recorded in the
minutes of this meeting to show all were in favor of Resolution 78-1 approving
the submission of a proposal to the National Endowment for the Humanities for
a three year Indian Curriculum Development project grant. Priscilla Sherard
seconded the motion and the motion carried with all in favor.
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Priscilla Sherard moved that the income from the cook books and history
books be used now or at a later date to further promote the history and
culture of the Tribe. Beverly Hughes seconded the motion and the motion
carried with all in favor.
It was agreed to authorize the Business Manager to get bids on the remaining
stone and equipment, and to check with John Taylor, BIA, on selling
the wooden pallets.
Jim Tacker moved that the meeting be adjourned seconded by Beverly Hughes.
The motion carried with all in favor.
MEETING ADJOURNED -
Beverly I. Hughes
Secretary-Treasurer