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Secretarial Election on the Horizon

The decision to adopt a three-branch government will soon be in the hands of Sault Tribe members by voting “yes” or “no” in a federally administered secretarial election.

Previously, the goal for the election was for it to take place by late September. However, due to the magnitude of constitutional changes providing the framework for what will essentially be a new Sault Tribe Constitution, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, under federal regulations, has up to 180 days to complete the election. This may result in the election taking place later this year.

As such, the Secretarial Election Board will be meeting to adjust the election timeline and will soon be issuing a notice on when Sault Tribe members may expect to cast their votes.

In the meantime, to ensure ballots and election information are received, tribal citizens are encouraged to verify their mailing address is up to date with Tribal Enrollment.

For more information on the upcoming secretarial election visit here.

Proposed 3-Branch Amended Sault Tribe Constitution

Proposed 3-Branch Amended Sault Tribe Constitution Redline

Details: Category: Direct Services; Published: 16 August 2011

Program Objective

The Native Employment Works program targets working families at or below 150% of the poverty level that are at risk of becoming reliant on public assistance.

The program provides tools that could potentially lead to self-sufficiency, by identifying barriers to either keeping their current job or obtaining a higher-paying job.

Supportive services include both financial assistance and related job activities, to help achieve assigned goals that are agreed upon by both the client and their Direct Assistance Case Manager.

In order to determine eligibility, you will need to verify:

You have a Minor Child who is an Enrolled Member of the Sault Tribe
Sault Tribe Membership card or Social Security card for every Household Member
Income Eligibility
Proof of Residency within the Sault Tribe seven-county Service Area

For more information, call the Direct Assistance Case Manager in your area
or call 800‑726‑0093.