Gaming Commission/Ethics Commission Election Coming Up

March 18, 2013 –MAYETTA: Two Gaming Commissioners and six Ethics Commissioners will be elected in the Gaming/Ethics Commission Election slated for July 27.

On April 10 a notice of election will be mailed to registered tribal members informing them of the election and then eligible tribal members who wish to file for an office have from April 16 to  April 30 to apply.

The Potawatomi News  will publish a photo and profile of the candidates onwww.pbpindiantribe.com and in the summer issue of the Potawatomi News.  Due to space considerations, a profile of 500 words or less is recommended and only one submission is permitted.  In addition, no political advertisements will be accepted. Candidates are urged to submit their profile and a photo along with their declaration to file form to the Member Services office by April 30.
Tribal members who need to register to vote have until May 22 at 4 p.m. and election ballots will be mailed on June 12.  The election will be held on July 27 beginning at 9 a.m. at a place to be announced.
For a calendar and more information go to http://www.pbpindiantribe.com/elections.aspx

For more information call the Member Services office at 785.966.3910 or  toll free at 877.715.6789.  Members can also stop by the office located on the lower level of the PBPN Government Center, 16281 Q Road, Mayetta, KS, 66509.  The fax number is 785.966.3913.