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The Kewadin Casino Gaming Authority meet April 28, 2026, at 11:45 a.m., at the Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room.

Tribal members may attend the meeting 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 again.

On the agenda under Business is: 3.24.26 and 3.27.26 Meeting Minutes; R-FY26 Capex Modifications/Authorization to Execute Capital; and Reinvestment Project.

The Sault Tribe Board of Directors’ Workshop Agenda for April 28, 2026, is the following:

Agenda: 10 a.m. Budgets (CLOSED); 10:20 a.m. Kewadin Gaming Authority Workshop (CLOSED) Including Executive Reports, Black Rock Update; 11:45 a.m. (or upon conclusion of KGA WS) Kewadin Gaming Authority Meeting; 1:15 p.m. Health CEO Executive Report (CLOSED); 2 p.m. Proposed Constitutional Amendments; 3 p.m. Chapter 82 Proposed Code 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.

June 8, 2026, 7-9 p.m.

Please join the Sault Tribe Language & Culture Department for an evening of cultural teachings about our Gichi-twaa Ishkode (sacred fires). Learn the necessary protocols to serve as a firekeeper for community gatherings and ceremonies. A light meal will be provided. All are welcome to come and share.

Niigaanagiizhik Ceremonial Building 11 Ice Circle Dr., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Questions? Call (906) 635-6510.

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The United States Supreme Court yesterday issued a unanimous decision ending a multi-year legal debate that makes it clear that Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel’s lawsuit to shut down the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline should be heard in state court rather than federal.

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Chairman Austin Lowes praised the court’s decision, stating that it sends a strong message to Enbridge.

“This was a unanimous decision by the Supreme Court with no dissents, and it sends a clear message to Enbridge they need to stop playing legal games and address the merits of the Attorney General’s case,” said Lowes. “Sault Tribe is looking forward to this litigation finally playing out in state court where it belongs.”

Nessel first filed her lawsuit against Enbridge in 2019. The Canadian oil company had spent years trying to delay the case against the Line 5 pipeline before filing its motion to move the case to federal court 887 days late.

The Housing Authority Commission will meet at 10 a.m., April 27, 2026, at the Housing Authority Office, 154 Parkside Drive, Kincheloe, Mich.

Please see the attached Election Commission notice to hear an election complaint.

Notice of Hearing

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Natural Resources Division announced April 20, 2026, that the oil spill at the McKay Bay boat launch has largely been contained. Oil booms have been deployed to prevent the spill from migrating further into sensitive wetlands, and staff continue to monitor the situation on a daily basis.

Sault Tribe Natural Resources Division was notified of a potential spill at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 16. Staff immediately responded by contacting local and tribal law enforcement and coordinating with the Coast Guard on containment and cleanup efforts.  

An investigation into the cause of the spill is ongoing. The boat launch remains closed until further notice, and the public is asked to stay away from the area.

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Natural Resources Division staff was notified at approximately 5:45 p.m. yesterday evening about a potential oil spill at the McKay Bay boat launch, east of Cedarville.

Upon learning of the issue, staff immediately contacted local and tribal law enforcement and began coordinating with the US Coast Guard on containment and cleanup efforts to prevent the spill from migrating to sensitive coastal wetlands.

An investigation into the cause and full extent of the spill is ongoing.

The boat launch is temporarily closed, and the public is asked to stay away from the area to allow staff to focus on clean up efforts.

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting April 21, 2026, beginning 5 p.m. at the Manistique Tribal Center in Manistique, 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:
IT FY26 Budget Mod
Telecommunications FY26 Budget Mod
PRC FY26 Budget Mod
Sault Medical Nursing FY26 Budget Mod
Establish Health Expansion FY26 Budget and FY26 Third-Party Budget Mod
Invasive Species Contract with CLM Conservation
Approving North Superior Construction Contract
Accept 2025 Kewadin Casinos Audit
Accept 2025 Kewadin Gaming Authority Audit

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

Resolutions 

Grab your boots and your hats! Kewadin Casino Sault Ste. Marie is going Country! Big Country 102.9 presents Jake Owen in the DreamMakers Theater on Sept. 3.

Jake Owen, a country music mainstay, is bringing his signature laid-back style and hit songs "Barefoot Blue Jean Night," "Beachin'," "Anywhere With You," "Alone With You," "The One That Got Away" and more to the theater for an incredible standing-room show!

Pre-sale is Thursday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 17, at 10 a.m. at tickets.kewadin.com or at the Box Office.

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

Jake Owen hotel packages are available! Call the Sault Ste. Marie Hotel or Box Office at 1-800-KEWADIN before buying tickets.