Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma

08/31/2026

08/13/2026

Additional information regarding the "Sensing Session" for ongoing Strategic Planning to be held following the Special Election on Saturday, August 15, 2026, roughly 12:00 PM at the Ottawa/Peoria Building in Miami OK or online via Zoom link:

This is open community discussion where we listen to what matters most to our people.

Topics may include:

• Cultural Preservation and Language
• Economic Development
• Education and Youth
• Health and Wellness
• Housing
• Social Services
• Elder Services
• Governance

and more!

Over the next several months, we will hold a number of these sessions, both in-person and virtually, to gather input from tribal members near and far. What we discuss in these sessions will shape a survey that will be sent to all tribal citizens over the age of 18, giving every adult member the opportunity to weigh in on the priorities that will guide our strategic plan.

This strategic plan is citizen-led. The direction of our tribe will be shaped by the voices of our people, and leadership will work to carry out that vision.

We strongly encourage all tribal members to attend when they are able. Your voice will help guide us forward and leave a lasting impact on our tribe for generations to come.

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08/13/2026

Intertribal Title 23 -- Wildlife Code Conservation Regulations.
pertains to " hunting and fishing" licenses being issued through the Tribe" If you would like to read the regulations and the Ottawa Tribe's specific regulations please follow this link to the website.

INTERTRIBAL- TITLE 23- WILDLIFE CODE CONSERVATION REGULATIONS CLICK HERE TO READ THE INTERTRIBAL TITLE 23 REGULATIONS 〰️ Click HERE 〰️ CLICK HERE TO READ THE INTERTRIBAL TITLE 23 REGULATIONS 〰️ Click HERE 〰️ OTTAWA TRIBE RESERVATION SPECIFIC REGULATIONS Intertribal Wildlife Consortiu...

08/10/2026

On July 17, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and National Tribal Caucus (NTC) Chair Tabitha Langston, Deputy Environmental Director of the Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, convened the final meeting of the week-long NTOC meetings series. The NTOC meeting brings together the NTC and EPA Senior Leadership to discuss pressing Tribal environmental issues, and how EPA and Tribes can work together to address environmental and public health concerns. July 17th marked the one-year anniversary of Administrator Zeldin’s reaffirmation of EPA’s Indian Policy, which outlines fundamental principles to guide EPA’s work with Tribes.

“The strength of Tribal Nations lies in our sovereignty, stewardship, and commitment to protecting the lands, waters, and communities that sustain us. This week’s NTOC meetings reaffirmed that strong EPA-Tribal partnerships drive meaningful progress on the environmental challenges facing Indian Country,” said NTC Chair Tabitha Langston. “We appreciate Administrator Zeldin’s engagement and his reaffirmation of EPA's Indian Policy, and we look forward to building on this momentum to ensure future generations inherit clean lands, safe waters, and thriving communities.”

The NTOC meeting between Administrator Zeldin and the NTC focused on EPA and Tribal partnerships to advance cooperative federalism. EPA committed to working with Tribes government to government. The NTOC meeting also included review and discussion of highlights from the recently published NTC FY 2028 Budget and Priorities Recommendations Report which provides Tribal recommendations for EPA’s annual budget planning consideration.

History of the NTOC: EPA established the NTOC in 1994 to improve communication and build stronger partnerships between the Agency and federally recognized Tribes. It is comprised of Tribal representatives from the ten EPA regions and EPA’s Senior Leadership Team. The NTOC’s primary focus is to identify and address Tribal environmental issues that are national in scope, cross-agency or cross-media in nature, or that may be emerging or urgent. The NTOC convenes annually.

08/10/2026

From the Election Committee:

The Special Election for 2nd Chief will be held Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 10am until noon CDT at the Ottawa Peoria Building. You will need your tribal ID and a photo ID in order to vote in person, polls will close promptly at noon.

All paper absentee ballots must be received by 4pm CDT, Friday August 14, 2026 either by USPS or the Tribal office. Absentee ballots not received in time will not be counted, the Election Committee is not responsible for delays of the USPS.

All digital absentee ballots must be cast by noon CDT on Saturday, August 15, 2026 in order to be counted. Absentee Digital Ballots cast after this deadline will not be counted, the digital election will close exactly at noon CDT.

Any questions, please email [email protected].

08/06/2026

Would you like to volunteer at the Pow wow???
Follow the link below for the application

Your time and effort make this possible!

07/29/2026

A listening session or sensing session will be held at the Ottawa / Peoria building in Miami, OK on August 15, 2026, following the close of polls for the special election, roughly 12:00 PM. A Zoom link will also be available.

This is intended as an opportunity to speak about what is important to you and to help form the identity and vision that will be carried forward into the strategic planning process.

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07/29/2026

Business Committee meeting tonight, 7:00 PM Central, in person at the Administration building or on Zoom via the link on the Calendar at ottawatribe.gov

https://www.ottawatribe.gov/events-1/business-council-meeting-zb5ek-tp677-dxyh4-rmdxt-rrg9n-zkec9-r59je-hpzw5-9k3h6-cylz8-ge7a2-w48e8-zj6m5-bn3eg-zs3xt-9sgsh-e59pc-n6ncr-k9zxy-rez45-ygprp-cnljd-b9bzd

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07/29/2026

**Special Election Reminder**

A Special Election to fill the vacated seat of Second Chief will be held, Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 10am until noon CDT at the Ottawa Peoria Building. Please bring your tribal enrollment card and photo identification to vote.

If you are requesting an absentee ballot, the Election Committee HIGHLY encourages you to request a DIGITAL ballot to be delivered via email to ensure your vote is counted. Digital ballots must be cast by noon CDT, August 15, 2026 to be counted.

All paper absentee ballots must be received by Friday, August 14 by 4pm CDT to be counted. The Election Committee is not responsible for delays of the USPS resulting in your ballot not being counted.

Absentee ballots can be requested via our tribal website, in the tribal office during regular business hours or by emailing [email protected]. Please include your tribal enrollment card, a photo identification.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].