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The Sault Tribe Board of Directors’ Workshop Agenda for June 23, 2026, is the following: 10 a.m. Kewadin Gaming Authority Workshop (CLOSED), 11 a.m. (or upon completion of KGA WS) Kewadin Gaming Authority Meeting, 11:15 a.m. Health CEO Executive Report (CLOSED), 1:15 p.m. Tribal Building Reviews and 3 p.m. Proposed Chapter 90 Amendments.

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.

Agenda

The Kewadin Casino Gaming Authority will meet June 23, at 11 a.m., at the Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room, in person or via Zoom, https://zoom.us/j/83640619761. Those who have already registered for Zoom meetings need not register again.

April 14, 2026, April 28, 2026, and May12, 2026, Meeting Minutes and R-Negotiate and Hire Key Employee – Kewadin CFO.

Agenda

The Sault Tribe Conservation Committee will meet Monday, June 22, 2026, at the Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room in Sault Ste. Marie beginning at 5 p.m. Sault Tribe members are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83098945787.

Agenda

Kewadin Casino St. Ignace is bringing you Detroit natives, MTV icons, The Romantics, for a fun night of music on Saturday, Sept. 26.

Come sing and dance to the hits you love “What I Like About You,” “Talking In Your Sleep,” and “One In A Million,” along with fan favorites “Rock You Up,” and” When I Look In Your Eyes.”

Pre-sale is Wednesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. - Thursday, June 18 at 10 p.m. On sale Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. at Kewadin Casino St. Ignace, tickets.kewadin.com or at the Box Office.

Tickets are $56 | $46 USD*
Doors: 7 p.m. / Show: 8 p.m.
*Includes convenience and handling fees.

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

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians recently revealed its spring 2026 community contributions, providing a fresh wave of financial support for community initiatives throughout the Sault Tribe’s service area in Michigan. This twice-yearly program distributes 2% of the video gaming revenue generated by the tribe's Kewadin Casinos to various local government entities.

"The 2% campaign is one of many meaningful ways we invest in the people and places that make this area home," said Sault Tribe Chairman Austin Lowes. "These dollars help local organizations keep our community healthy, safe and strong."

Over 30 communities and numerous local programs will benefit from the spring 2% allocations, including:
—Dafter Township Fire Department received $4,956. Dafter Township's allocation is scheduled to support the purchase of new firefighting hand tools
—Kinross Township received $18,000 to put toward new activities and renovations in the Recreation Center
—Lake Superior State University was awarded $9,999 to support its robotics program
—City of St. Ignace received funding for multiple local projects, including $2,000 awarded to St. Ignace High School for new football equipment, $3,000 for the DDA Huron Boardwalk, and $10,000 for new EMS equipment for local authorities
—Inwood Township Fire Department received $13,266 for structural fire gear
—City of Munising received $8,204 for the Alger Community Food Pantry
—Gladstone Area Schools received $2,000 to purchase new music materials for students
The tribe’s 2% contributions also provided long-term funding resources for public safety, public recreation, general government and cultural enrichment across Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce, Alger, Marquette, Schoolcraft, and Delta Counties.

"Every dollar we allocate through the 2% campaign is a statement about who we are and what we stand for as a Tribe," said Chairman Lowes. "Our partnerships with area schools, townships and public agencies are how that commitment is turned into meaningful progress for the people within our service area.”

To learn more about current and past recipients of the Sault Tribe’s 2% contributions, visit https://kewadin.com/2-percent-donating.

The Election Commission issued an opinion on June 12, 2026.

Paquin Opinion

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting June 16, 2026, beginning 5 p.m. 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.

On the agenda under Resolutions is:
Facilities Cap Exp FY 2026 Budget Mod
Health John Hopkins Pilot Project FY 2026 Budget
Big Bear / Health 3rd Party FY 2026 Budget Mod
IT Cybersecurity Grant FY 2026 & 2027 Budget
Cleaning Contract with Hunt’s Maintenance
Authorizing Health to Apply Indian Health SAP
Health Approving Contractor for Flooring Project
Residential Land Lease Modification - Suggitt
Application to 2026 Tribal Youth Initiative Program
Application to Fish Hatchery Maintenance Program
Negotiate and Hire of Key Employee

Under New Business, the board will consider Committee Appointments/Resignation and Board Concerns.

Resolutions

Sault Tribe Language & Culture and Sault Tribe Health Division invites the St. Ignace Tribal Community to attend a community drum planning and talking circle potluck! Bring a dish to pass. A main dish will be provided. Bring your thoughts and ideas for an evening of sharing and collaboration.

Tuesday, June 23
5:30 - 8 p.m.
McCann Building
399 McCann Street

Flyer

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking tribal citizens who are interested in serving on the Secretarial Election Board for the upcoming Constitutional Amendment Election, which is expected to take place later this summer or in early fall.

The Secretarial Election Board will assist with duties related to the Secretarial Election process for the proposed constitutional amendments, including setting deadlines for the election. The tribe is seeking interested citizens from each of the five election units and a representative from the at-large membership. The Board of Directors will select:

Two tribal citizens from each unit, and one at-large tribal citizen.

Selection will be made by drawing names from the list of interested tribal citizens. The drawing is anticipated to take place by the July 7 Board of Directors meeting.

Tribal citizens who are interested in being considered should submit their name, enrollment number, contact information, a letter of intent and the election unit in which they reside to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Interested citizens should submit their information no later than July 3, 2026.

For questions, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Miigwech to all tribal citizens willing to participate in this important constitutional process.

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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 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)
Child Welfare Committee - Two vacancies - one 4-year term, one term expires May 2029
Conservation Committee:
Commercial Fisher - One vacancy (4-year term)
Non-Commercial Fisher - One vacancy (4-year term)
Education Committee - One vacancy - term expires August 2026
Elder Advisory Committee
Unit I - Sault - Two regular vacancies (4-year terms); two alternate vacancies (4-year term)
Unit II - Newberry - One regular vacancy, term expires July 2029; one alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit III - St. Ignace - One regular vacancy - term expires October 2029; two alternate vacancies (4-year terms)
Unit IV - Manistique - One regular vacancy (4-year term)
Unit V - Marquette - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Elder Subcommittees
Unit I - Sault - Three regular vacancies - one term expires September 2029, two 4-year terms
Unit II - Hessel - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit II - Naubinway - Two regular vacancies - one term expires May 2027, one 4-year term; one alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit II - Newberry - Two regular vacancies, one term expires March 2028, one 4-year term; one Alternate vacancy, term expires August 2028
Unit III - St. Ignace - One alternate vacancy - term expires March 2028
Unit IV - Escanaba - Four regular vacancies (4-year terms); one alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit IV - Manistique - Two regular vacancies, one term expires November 2026, one 4-year term; one alternate vacancy, term expires March 2028
Unit V - Munising - One alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Unit V - Marquette - Four regular vacancies (4-year terms); one alternate vacancy (4-year term)
Food Sovereignty Committee - Three vacancies (4-year terms)
Sault Tribe Election Commission - Three vacancies terms expiring November 2030