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Sault Tribe Secretarial Election ballots mailed out

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ secretarial election enters its final month, with ballots scheduled to be mailed to registered voters by Oct. 26 and election results expected Nov. 19.

Tribal citizens will vote “yes” or “no” on proposed constitutional amendments that would establish three separate, co-equal branches of tribal government: legislative, executive and judicial.

The federally administered election is overseen by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and a Secretarial Election Board. Voter registration closed Oct. 19, and only eligible tribal citizens who registered for this election will receive ballots.

Important upcoming election dates include:

• Oct. 23: Final registered voters List to be posted
• Oct. 26: Ballot packets mailed to registered voters
• Nov. 19: Deadline for ballots to be received 3 p.m. EST. Ballot counting begins at 4 p.m.
• Nov. 24: Deadline to submit written challenges to election results by 4:30 p.m. EST.

Registered voters may return completed ballots through the U.S. Postal Service or hand deliver them on Nov. 19 only, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. EST, at DreamMakers Theater at Kewadin Casino in Sault Ste. Marie.

Ballot packets will include instructions for completing and returning ballots. Ballots will be opened and counted beginning at 4 p.m. on Nov. 19 at DreamMakers Theater, with results expected to be posted that evening.

If approved and certified by the Secretary of the Interior, the amended constitution would take effect.

To prepare for a potential transition, the Sault Tribe Board of Directors approved a Constitution Implementation Plan on Sept. 22. The plan establishes an 18-month timeline for updating tribal laws and codes while maintaining government operations, programs and services.

Tribal citizens can find additional information about the secretarial election, voting procedures, important deadlines and the proposed changes to tribal government on the secretarial election landing page.

Read the Proposed Amended Sault Tribe Constitution here.

Details: Category: News; Published: 03 November 2026

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Transportation Department has prepared the Draft 2027 Tribal Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) in compliance with federal requirements and planning regulations. On Nov. 3, 2026, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors approved the release of the Draft 2027 TIP for a 30 – day public review and comment period, which concludes on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026.

The TIP is comprised of transportation projects for the seven-county service area, which includes: Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce, Alger, Delta, Schoolcraft and Marquette. The Draft 2027 TIP consists of three (3) sections: (I) Executive Summary, (II) Project Listing, and (III) Project Detail Sheets.

Notice is hereby given that the public comment period will begin on Nov. 3, 2026, for the 2026 TIP. This public notice as well as the time established for public review and comments will satisfy the public involvement requirements for the program. The Draft 2026 TIP can be accessed online at the Sault Tribe website at http://saulttribe.com/, in the “About Us” tab beginning Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026.

The purpose of public involvement is to receive input and comments regarding the Draft 2027 TIP, which may be used to facilitate changes where appropriate. Comments, questions or suggestions can be sent to Wendy Hoffman, Transportation Department, 523 Ashmun St., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 or by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone at 906‑635‑6050.

Special accommodations: Reasonable accommodations can be made for people with disabilities upon request. If making a request for accommodation, please include a description of the accommodation you will need and tell us how to contact you if we need more information. Make your request as early as possible by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling Wendy Hoffman at 906‑635‑6050. Last-minute requests will be accepted but may be impossible to fill.

Details: Category: Health News; Published: 03 November 2026

Sault Tribe Health Division and MSU Extension invite you to an Apple Preservation Workshop Nov. 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Tribal Elder Complex, 3017 Mackinac Trail in St. Ignace.

Celebrate the flavors of autumn. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art and science of turning fresh apples into sweet, crisp cider and wholesome, homemade applesauce. Roll up your sleeves to crank a traditional hand press, taste fresh-pressed juice right from the chute, and simmer up a batch of apple cider and applesauce to take home.

Perfect for all ages – tribal and community members are welcome! RSVP AT 906‑632‑5210.

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Details: Category: News; Published: 30 October 2026

All available turkeys have been signed for, and the waitlist is full. No more names will be taken.

Giveaway for Sault Tribe Elders—one turkey per household
Turkeys locally grown in Brimley

Drive thru pick up locations, Friday, Nov. 20, 12:30 - 1:30:
– Big Bear Arena
– St. Ignace Tribal Health Center
– DeTour Tribal Health Center
– Hessel Tribal Center

Limited quantities available! Call Community Health at 906‑632‑5210 to RSVP by Nov. 18.

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Details: Category: News; Published: 29 October 2026

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting Nov. 3, 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 meet-ing 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 reg-istered 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:
Health Division YesRx Est. FY27 Budget
ACFS CCDF Est. FY27 Budget
Education MiLEAP Est. FY27 Budget
LE Adam Walsh Grant Est. FY27 Budget
NRD Nature Conservancy Est. FY27 Budget
NRD PPG Brownfield Est. FY27 Budget
NRD PPG Brownfield (New) Est. FY27 Budget
NRD Leadership/Environmental Est. FY27 Budget
Health Division Phase 2 P4 Est. FY27 Budget
Health Contractor for Flooring Replacement
Health Specialty Dental Access Grant FY26
Tribal Liquor License Kewadin Manistique
Tribal Liquor License Kewadin Sault Ste. Marie
Tribal Liquor License Kewadin Shores
Tribal Liquor License Kewadin Hessel
Tribal Liquor License Kewadin Christmas
Tribal Liquor License Midjim St. Ignace
Tribal Liquor License Midjim Sault Ste. Marie
Tribal Liquor License Tanglewood
Tribal Liquor License White Pine Lodge
Tribal Liquor License Bear on the Mountain
Trust Land Status for Roy Electric Property
Application for NTIA Tribal Broadband Round 3
Designation of TBCP Round 3 Funding Purposes
Accept Funds from Enterprise Authority
Authorizing Creation of The Health Authority
Subcontract for Admin/Bio Services with CORA

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

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EA Agenda

Details: Category: Elder Services; Published: 29 October 2026

Dec. 3—Unit V Marquette Elder Meeting and Holiday Celebration, 5 p.m. at Marquette Community Center
Dec. 5—Unit IV Manistique Elder Holiday Celebration, doors open at 1 p.m. Manistique Tribal Center
Dec. 8—Units I, II, III Elder Holiday Luncheon, doors open at 11 a.m. Kewadin Dream Makers Theatre Sault Ste. Marie
Please RSVP. See flyer for more information.

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Details: Category: News; Published: 28 October 2026

The Sault Tribe Health Division is holding a food drive from Nov. 2 through Nov. 25. Accepting donations of non-perishable food in jars, cans and sealed packages.

Drop-Off Location: Any Sault Tribe Health Center Lobby 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Donations will be distributed to local food banks. For more information, call Sault Tribe Community Health at (906) 632-5210. See flyer for more details.

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