CHICKASAW TRIBAL LEGISLATURE
REGULAR SESSION

David Stout Building
Ada, Oklahoma
October 21, 2005

AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Chairperson Linda Briggs called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL
Members present: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Scott Colbert, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott,, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods

Member absent: Tim Colbert

Staff present: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary, Harold Stick, Sergeant-At-Arms, Robert Cheadle, Legislative Counsel

Guests present: James A. Humes, Sue Simmons, Juanita Tate, Wilma Watson, Mike Watson, Sharon Nelson, Tony Choate, Paul Yates, Ron Frazier, Rita Loder, Jay Keel

AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Ms. Green.

AGENDA ITEM #4 ELECTION OF OFFICERS, NOMINATION OF STAFF
Dr. Goforth Parker nominated Mr. Scott Colbert for Chairperson.
A motion was made by Dr. Goforth Parker that nominations cease and Mr. Scott Colbert be declared Chairperson by acclimation. All members were in favor of the motion.
Chairperson Scott Colbert thanked the members of the Legislature for their confidence in him to serve as Chairperson. He then opened the floor for nominations for Secretary.
Dr. Goforth Parker nominated Ms. Linda Briggs as Secretary.
A motion was made by Ms. Green that nomination cease and Ms. Briggs be declared Secretary by acclimation. All members were in favor of the motion.
Chairperson Scott Colbert nominated Doretta Sellers as the Recording Secretary. All members were in favor of the nomination.
Chairperson Scott Colbert nominated Harold Stick as the Sergeant-At-Arms. All members were in favor of the nomination.

AGENDA ITEM #5 READING OF MINUTES - September 16, 2005
Mr. Seawright noted corrections to the minutes.
A motion was made by Ms. Green to approve the September 16, 2005 minutes as amended. The motion was seconded by Ms. Briggs.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve the minutes of September 16, 2005, as amended, carried unanimously.

AGENDA ITEM #6: UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.

AGENDA ITEM #7: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES

(A) LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Steve Woods
No report.

(B) FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Scott Colbert
Ms. Briggs was asked to give the report. There was no report.

(C) HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Dean McManus
General Resolution Number 23-001, Gubernatorial Appointment to the Board of Directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society, Mr. Matt Morgan
This resolution approves Governor Bill Anoatubby’s reappointment of Mr. Matt Morgan to the board of directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society. The bylaws of the historical society require one of the board members to be an attorney, and Mr. Morgan’s appointment fulfills that requirement.
A motion was made by Ms. McManus to approve GR23-001. The motion was seconded by Ms. Green.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-001 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-002, Gubernatorial Appointment to the Board of Directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society Mr. Overton “Buck” Cheadle
This resolution approves Governor Bill Anoatubby’s reappointment of Mr. Overton “Buck” Cheadle to the board of directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society for a three-year term. Mr. Cheadle’s original appointment to the board was in 1996.
A motion was made by Ms. McManus to approve GR23-002. The motion was seconded by Ms. Green.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-002 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-003, Gubernatorial Appointment to the Board of Directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society, Ms. Chenena Roach
This resolution approves Governor Bill Anoatubby’s reappointment of Ms. Chenena Roach to the board of directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society.
A motion was made by Ms. McManus to approve GR23-003. The motion was seconded by Ms. Blackwood Scott.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-003 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-004, Gubernatorial Appointment to the Board of Directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society, Ms. Johnna Walker
This resolution approves Governor Bill Anoatubby’s reappointment of Ms. Johnna Walker to the board of directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society. Ms. Walker is a school teacher. The bylaws of the historical society require one of the board members to be a teacher, and Ms. Walker’s reappointment fulfills that requirement.
A motion was made by Ms. McManus to approve GR23-004. The motion was seconded by Mr. Goforth Parker.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-004 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-005, Gubernatorial Appointment to the Board of Directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society, Mr. Robert Perry
This resolution approves Governor Bill Anoatubby’s reappointment of Mr. Robert Perry to the board of directors of the Chickasaw Historical Society. Mr. Perry was first appointed to the board in 2002.
A motion was made by Ms. McManus to approve GR23-005. The motion was seconded by Mr. Woods.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-005 carried unanimously.
Ms. McManus concluded her report.

(D) LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Judy Goforth Parker
General Resolution Number 23-006, Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property and Easements in Pontotoc County. This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property, in Ada, Pontotoc, Oklahoma, together with all improvements thereon, if any, in their present condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted and the acquisition of two Easements. The Governor is authorized to request the Bureau of Indian Affairs to place the property U.S.A. in Trust for the Chickasaw Nation after acquisition, if such action is advantageous.
A motion was made by Dr. Goforth Parker to approve GR23-006. The motion was seconded by Ms. Green.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-006 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-007, Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Johnston County
This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property, containing 0.23 acres, more or less, in Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, together with all improvements thereon, in their present condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted and the appurtenances thereunto. The Governor is authorized to request the Bureau of Indian Affairs to place the property U.S.A. in Trust for the Chickasaw Nation after acquisition, if such action is advantageous.
A motion was made by Dr. Goforth Parker to approve GR23-007. The motion was seconded by Ms. Wanda Blackwood Scott.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve GR23-007 carried unanimously.
General Resolution Number 23-008, Authorization for Acquisition of Real Property in Pontotoc County
This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property, in Ada, Pontotoc County, containing 4.43 acres, more or less; together with all improvements thereon, if any, in their present condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted. The Governor is authorized to request the Bureau of Indian Affairs to place the property U.S.A. in Trust for the Chickasaw Nation after acquisition, if such action is advantageous.
A motion was made by Dr. Goforth Parker to approve GR23-008. The motion was seconded by Ms. Wanda Blackwood Scott.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
11 yes votes
Member voting no:
Mooniene Ogee
1 no vote
The motion to approve GR23-008 carried.
Dr. Goforth Parker concluded her report.

(E) EDUCATION COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Wanda Blackwood Scott
No report.

(F) HEALTH CARE COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Mary Jo Green
No report.

(G) HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Scott Colbert
Chairperson Scott Colbert asked Mr. Seawright to give this report. Mr. Seawright gave dates for the upcoming events.

(H) COURT DEVELOPMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT by Chairman Tim Colbert
Chairperson Scott Colbert asked Dr. Goforth Parker to give this report.
Permanent Resolution 22-020, Amendments to Title 5, Chapter 1 Section 5-103.18 of the Chickasaw Nation Code ( Fees)
This resolution amends Title 5, Chapter 1 Section 5-103.18 of the Chickasaw Nation Code to include fees for service of process and prisoner transport by the Lighthorse police department.
A motion was made by Dr. Goforth Parker to approve PR22-020. The motion was seconded by Ms. Wanda Blackwood Scott.
Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Mooniene Ogee, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, Wilson Seawright, Mitch Sperry, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert
12 yes votes
The motion to approve PR22-020 carried unanimously.
Dr. Goforth Parker concluded her report.

AGENDA ITEM #8 NEW BUSINESS (Comments from Citizens)
Ms. Briggs thanked the Legislators for their support over the past two years during her term as Chairperson. Chairperson Scott Colbert thanked Ms. Briggs, Dr. Goforth Parker, Mrs. Sellers, Mr. Stick and Mr. Cheadle for their service.
Comments were made by Ms. Sue Simmons regarding Solara, the expansion of the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility, and she questioned a debt incurred in 2002.
Mr. James Humes invited everyone to the Halloween party hosted by the Oklahoma City Community Council. He also announced the Council had more than 2,000 hits on their new website.
Mr. Mike Watson made comments on legislative salaries, and the election rules and regulations procedures for the runoff election.

AGENDA ITEM #9 ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Ms. Briggs to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Dr. Goforth Parker.
The Legislative Session adjourned at 9:53 a.m.

Respectfully submitted, Linda Briggs, Secretary
Chickasaw Tribal Legislature

Prepared by: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary Chickasaw Tribal Legislature