SHAWNEE TRIBE ELECTION COMMITTEE

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ELECTION COMMITTEE

In accordance with Article XII of the Shawnee Tribe Constitution and Title 6, “Elections Act,” the Shawnee Tribe Election Committee is composed of five officials appointed by the Business Council. Committee members serve two-year terms and are jointly responsible for conducting and overseeing all Shawnee Tribe elections and referenda. Learn more about the Committee’s role and responsibilities here.

Committee Members

Cindy Witherspoon, Chair
Kathy Millikan, Vice Chair
Corine Christian
Marsha Meyer
Dana Shrum

INFO FOR VOTERS

An election shall be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, for the following elective offices:

  • Second Chief, 4-year term, currently held by Roy Baldridge
  • Business Council Seat 5, 4-year term, currently held by Monty Coombes
  • Business Council Seat 6, 4-year term, currently held by Lee Bluejacket

The candidate filing period ends Friday, June 20, 2025. Confirmed candidates will be listed here. Important Dates:

  • Tuesday, September 2 – Deadline to request an absentee ballot
  • Thursday, September 18, 5:00 PM – Deadline to return voted absentee ballots
  • Friday, September 19, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Polls open (Early in-person voting)
  • Saturday, September 20, 8:00 – 11:00 AM – Polls open (Election Day)

Absentee Voting:

Any eligible voter may submit a request to be added to the early voting by absentee ballot list of voters for the calendar year’s upcoming election(s). Absentee voters are not eligible to cast a ballot in person at the polling place. To request an absentee ballot for the September 2025 election, voters must complete & submit an online or hard copy Application for Absentee Ballot by Mail form by Tuesday, September 2.

Apply Online for Absentee Ballot by Mail

Hard copy requests for absentee ballot should be mailed or hand-delivered during business hours (M-F, 8:30-4:30) to the following address:

Shawnee Tribe Election Committee
32 A Street SE, Suite 200
Miami, OK  74354

Whether requesting an absentee ballot online or via hard copy application, voters will receive an email confirmation that the Committee has received their request at the email address provided by the voter on the application form.

 

In-Person Voting:

In-Person Voting and the Annual Meeting of the Tribal Council will take place September 19 & 20 at the Craig County Fairgrounds and Community Center in Vinita, OK. Get driving directions: Google Maps / Apple Maps.

Other Info:

2025 Election Regulations

2025 Poll Watcher Rules & Regulations

Other events taking place General Council weekend will be listed in the Community Calendar.

Questions? Contact the Election Committee at elections@shawnee-tribe.com or (918) 325 – 6341.

INFO FOR CANDIDATES

An election shall be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, for the following elective offices:

  • Second Chief, 4-year term, currently held by Roy Baldridge
  • Business Council Seat 5, 4-year term, currently held by Monty Coombes
  • Business Council Seat 6, 4-year term, currently held by Lee Bluejacket

Title 6, “Elections Act,” Outlines the qualifications for candidacy. Prospective candidates should also familiarize themselves with the 2025 Election Regulations and 2025 Poll Watcher Rules & Regulations.

Candidate Filing Packet.

Filing Fees:

  • Second Chief – $400
  • Business Council Members at Large – $150

Important Dates:

  • Friday, June 20 – Filing period closes. No hand-delivered or mailed filings will be accepted after close of business on the filing deadline.
  • Wednesday, June 25, 5:00 PM CDT – Meet the Candidates submission deadline