The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is seeking a maximum of nine (9) members to volunteer for an Elders Benefit Working Group, as a follow-up to the results from the December 3rd Tribal Referendum affirming support of the $200/month Elders Benefit. The composition of the Working Group will consist of Elders (60 and older), youth (18-29) and community members (30-59). The Working Group members will be responsible for:
- Attending and participating in Working Group meetings;
- Corresponding/meeting with Tribal Council and Tribal staff;
- Compiling and reviewing information on the proposed benefit;
- Discussing possible options for funding and administration of a benefit;
- Suggesting criteria or eligibility standards for an Elders benefit;
- Attending/presenting to the community at public meetings in regards to the Elders benefit;
- Maintaining respect and courtesy for group members;
To volunteer for the Working Group, individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age;
- Be an enrolled member of the SRMT;
- Reside within the Tribe’s jurisdiction and the designated 15-mile radius of the SRMT.
Please submit letter of interest with statement of background to jori.rourke@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail/in person to:
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
ATTN: Jori Rourke
412 State Route 37 Akwesasne, NY 13655
Closing Date: Open until filled
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The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council is the duly elected and federally recognized government of the Saint Regis Mohawk People.