Quapaw Nation subcommittees set events, finish constitution review and prepare for election

At the Feb. 21 meeting subcommittee leads reported schedules and action items. The Ogahpah Wisdom Keepers Committee (Grace Goodeagle) set a March 5 day trip to Bass Pro Wildlife of Wonders Museum and planned technology training for elders later in March. The Cultural Committee (Barbara Collier) finalized plans for the spring gathering and confirmed contractors for crowns and shawls.

The Constitution Committee (Vance Gilmore) intends to complete review of the draft constitution on Tuesday, Feb. 24, compile member feedback and present questions to Professor Reese at a March 17 meeting. The Election Committee (Frank Frazier) set the annual election for Saturday, July 25, 2026, with postcards to be mailed announcing open positions. The Cyber Security Committee (Mikel Whitecrow) noted two vacancies and reminded staff to request Quapaw Nation email addresses.