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The Sault Tribe Board of Directors’ Workshop Agenda for Dec. 16 and 17, 2025, is the following:

Dec. 16: 10 a.m. Proposed Constitutional Amendments. 12-1:30 p.m. Lunch break. Proposed Constitutional Amendments continued.

Dec. 17: 10 a.m. Proposed Constitutional Amendments. 12-1:30 p.m. Lunch break. Proposed Constitutional Amendments continued.

The workshop is being held at the Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room. Tribal members may attend the workshop except for closed sessions or items, or attend by Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84149623333. Those who have already registered to Zoom Board of Directors meetings need not register for workshops.

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The following Sault Tribe Committees have vacant seats or upcoming vacancies. Sault Tribe members interested in filling these vacancies should submit one letter of intent and three letters of recommendation (forms available online or contact Lona) from other members to Lona Stewart at 523 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, or call 906‑635‑6050 with any questions.

Anishinaabe Cultural Committee - One vacancy - male (4-year term)
Elder Advisory Committee
Unit I - Sault - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit II - Newberry - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit III - St. Ignace - Two alternate vacancies (4-year terms)
Unit V - Marquette - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Elder Subcommittees
Unit I - Sault - One alternate vacancy, term expires November 2027
Unit II - Naubinway - One regular vacancy - term expires May 2027
Unit II - Newberry - One regular vacancy (4-year term)
Unit III - St. Ignace - One regular vacancy - term expires April 2027, one alternate vacancy - term expires March 2028
Unit IV - Escanaba - One regular vacancy (4-year term)
Unit IV - Manistique - Two regular vacancies - one term expires January 2027, one expires May 2026
Unit V - Munising - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit V - Marquette - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Enrollment Committee - One vacancy (4-year term)
Food Sovereignty Committee - Three vacancies (4-year terms)
Health Board - One vacancy (4-year term)
Sault Tribe Election Commission - One current vacancy term expiring November 2030 and 1 upcoming vacancy term expiring November 2030 (this seat currently expires January 2026).

The Sault Tribe Board of Directors’ Workshop Agenda for Dec. 9, 2025, is the following: 9 a.m. JKL Fiduciary Committee, 10 a.m. Child Welfare Committee (CLOSED) and 2 p.m. and Executive Reports (CLOSED).

The workshop is being held at the Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room. Tribal members may attend the workshop except for closed sessions or items, or attend by Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84149623333. Those who have already registered to Zoom Board of Directors meetings need not register for workshops.

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SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. —There will be a JKL Fiduciary Committee Meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, at 9 a.m. in the Kewadin Casinos Whitefish Point Room.

On the agenda under School Reports is High School Update, Malcolm High School and Sault Tribe Education. Under Business is 2026 Meeting Calendar and Approving High School Expansion Plan.

Tribal members may attend the workshop except for closed sessions or items, or attend by Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84149623333. Those who have already registered to Zoom Board of Directors meetings need not register for workshops.

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The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors meeting calendar for 2026:
Jan. 6 – Sault Ste. Marie
Jan. 20 – Sault Ste. Marie
Feb. 3 – Sault Ste. Marie
Feb. 17 – Sault Ste. Marie
March 3 – Sault Ste. Marie
March 24** – Sault Ste. Marie
April 7 – Sault Ste. Marie
April 21 – Manistique
May 5 – Sault Ste. Marie
May 19 – Marquette
June 2 – St. Ignace
June 16 – Sault Ste. Marie
July 7 – Sault Ste. Marie
July 21 – Lansing
Aug. 4 – Sault Ste. Marie
Aug. 18 – Sault Ste. Marie
Sept. 1 – Sault Ste. Marie
Sept. 15 – Munising
Oct. 6 – Escanaba
Oct. 20 – Sault Ste. Marie
Nov. 3 – Sault Ste. Marie
Nov. 17 – Hessel
Dec. 1 – Sault Ste. Marie

Per the Constitution and Bylaws, Article 1 – Meetings of the Board of Directors, Section 1: …..provided that at least one meeting per year shall be held in each of the five election units established pursuant to Article V, Section 1 of the tribal constitution.

General meetings of the Board of Directors are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month.

All general meetings start at 5 p.m. All Sault meetings will be held at the Kewadin Casino and Convention Center, other locations to be announced. Meetings with ** are changed to accommodate the Chair/Board attendance at MAST, NCAI, United Tribes, various Washington, D.C. meetings, and/or holidays.

All special meetings will be announced.

For further information please call Lona Stewart (ext. 26338) or Ashlee Mielke (ext. 26337) at the Administration Office: 800‑793‑0660 or 906‑635‑6050.

Board of Directors 2026 Calendar

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting beginning 5 p.m. on Dec. 2 at Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room, in person or via Zoom, https://zoom.us/j/83640619761.

“Membership Participation” will be held at 5 p.m. in person or by virtual attendance. The link is available at the Sault Tribe website saulttribe.com under membership assistance for the meeting link and Membership Form that must be completed. The deadline to submit a form is 1 p.m. on meeting day. The link is https://zoom.us/j/83640619761. Those who have already registered for Zoom meetings need not register again unless they have a matter for the board.

To attend the scheduled workshop, except for closed session or items, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84149623333. Those who have already registered to Zoom Board of Directors meetings need not register for workshops.

Those who have already registered for Zoom meetings need not register again.

CFA Governmental FY26 Schedule B and C
CFA Health FY26 Schedule B and C
NRD Tribal Youth Initiative FY26 Budget
NRD Aquatic Invasive Species FY26 Budget
ACFS USDA 2740 FY26 Budget
ACFS USDA 2745 FY26 Budget
Government Human Resources FY26 Budget
Apply EPA SWIFR Grant Recycle/Waste Planning
Apply NFWF Healthy American Forests Initiative
Renewal of Tribal License ST Youth Facility
Amend ADP Agreement
Amend Ch. 11 Membership Ordinance – Fees
Award Contract to ST Construction Unit III Lodge
Support Nominations National Institutes of Health
Authorize Amended Constitution Submission Secretarial Election

Under New Business, the board will consider 2026 Board Meeting Calendar, Committee Appointments and Board Concerns.

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Boozhoo! Calling all Sault Ste. Marie Tribal community members!

The Department of Transportation is planning new wayfinding − signs, maps, and directions that help people navigate our communities.

This project will develop a design and implementation plan for new signage and wayfinding across our seven communities.

We need Tribal community members’ thoughts on how these signs can reflect our identity and values.

Wayfinding lasts for decades; your voice today will shape our communities’ future.

Here's what to know about the survey:
• It’s anonymous – No one will know what you say
• Enter your name and email at the end for a chance to win a $200 e-gift card*
*One entry per person; names will not be matched with survey responses to maintain anonymity”

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XHFLL5Y

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Christmas parties announced to date.

Unit 1
Sault Ste. Marie – Dec. 13, 11-2 p.m., with Santa coming at 12 p.m. at the Big Bear Arena. Santa gifts for ages 0-15. Sponsored by Unit 1 Board of Directors and YEA. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register. Registration must include the student’s name, gender, and interests. Registration ends Dec. 8. Must be a Sault Tribe member or tribal household residing in Unit 1. For more information, contact YEA at 906‑635‑4944 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Unit 2
Cedarville – Unit 2 Children’s Christmas Party Dec. 13, 3-5 p.m., Clark Township Community Center, 133, M-134 in Cedarville. Ages 0-17. Registration required for Hessel, Cedarville, DeTour, Pickford, Rudyard and Goetzville. Register with YEA at 906‑484‑2298 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Hosted by Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors and Youth Education and Activities Program for Unit 2.

Newberry, Curtis, Engadine, Naubinway, Gould City—Unit 2 Children’s Christmas Party Dec. 6, 3-5 p.m., at American Legion Post 74 (new location), 7964 State Highway M-123, Newberry, Mich. Ages 0-17 years. Families must be registered. Register with YEA 906‑484‑2298 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Hosted by Sault Tribe Board of Directors and YEA Unit 2.

Unit 3
St. Ignace—Children’s Christmas Party at Kewadin Shores Event Center, Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m., ages 1-12. Face painting, cake walk, bounce house, and raffle drawings. Come see Santa and all his special guests.

Unit 4
Escanaba—Sault Tribe YEA and Unit 4 Board of Directors Christmas Party for youth 0-18 Dec. 12, 3-7 p.m., Escanaba Tribal Community Center, 3721 Jingob. Must Register by Dec. 5. Text: 906‑440‑8356. Dinner, gifts, crafts, Santa, cocoa and tribal & community resources. Please include: youth name, age, and 3 likes/wants within $20 budget. Preference not guaranteed.

Manistique – Sault Tribe Unit 4 Christmas Party Dec. 13, Manistique Tribal Center, 5698 US 2, Manistique, Mich., 12-3 p.m. Ages 0-18. Parents must register children by Dec. 5 by 5 p.m. via text at 906‑440‑8138 include children’s name and ages. Hosted by Sault Tribe Unit 4 Board of Directors and Sault Tribe members.

Unit 4/5
Marquette—Marquette Tribal Community Center, 204 Cherry Creek Rd., Harvey, Mich., Dec. 14, 12-3 p.m. Must RSVP by Wednesday, Dec. 10, to Marquette Tribal Center, 906‑225-1616. Gifts for school age children up to 18. Pizza and traditional drumming.

Unit 5
Munising—Munising Tribal Center, Dec. 13, 12-2 p.m., Munising Tribal Health Center, M-28 Munising. Ages 0-18. RSVP at 906‑450‑5246. Sign up before Nov. 24.

Kewadin Casino Sault Ste. Marie is excited to bring the Eli Young Band, presented by Big Country 102.9, to the DreamMakers Theater on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

This incredible multi-Platinum Country band is bringing all your favorite hits like "Crazy Girl," "Even If It Breaks Your Heart," "Drunk Last Night" and "Love Ain't," plus incredible new music from their 2025 album Strange Hours. This will be a great night of Country music that you don't want to miss.

Opening for the night is up and coming Country artist Kyle Ray, who has spent 2025 opening for artists like John Anderson, 49 Winchester, Jo Dee Messina, Lonestar, Sheryl Crow, Brent Cobb and more.

Pre-sale takes place from Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 10 a.m. through Thursday, Nov. 27, at 10 p.m. On sale Friday, Nov. 28, at tickets.kewadin.com or at the Box Office.

Hotel packages available by calling 1-800-KEWADIN BEFORE buying tickets.

Sign up for pre-sale here: https://kewadin.com/entertainment/pre-sale-sign-up/.

Feeding America West Michigan drive-thru mobile pantry, Thursday, Dec. 11 at Big Bear Arena, 2 Ice Circle Drive in Sault Ste. Marie. Distribution will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 6 p.m. or until all food has been given out.

Mobile Pantries are like farmers markets on wheels that provide groceries – including produce, protein, dairy, grains, and more – to anyone in need at no charge.

When coming to the distribution, turn onto Bahweting Drive (off of Shunk Road). Do not block driveways.

In order to pick up food for a household other than your own, you must have written permission with signature that includes: household name and address, how many people live in the household, how many are children, how many are senior citizens/elders and how many are veterans. Limit of two proxy pickups per vehicle for distribution.

To volunteer, email Elaine Clement at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Volunteers should start arriving at the Big Bear entrance at 2:30 p.m.

To find food resources near you visit https://www.feedwm.org/findfood/.

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