UPDATE 3/4/24: Added Twin Cities Budget Hearing Information
CASS LAKE – The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Accounting Department is pleased to announce the schedule for the FY25 Budget Public Hearings. These important sessions are designed to involve community members directly in the budgetary process, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in financial planning. To accommodate everyone, the hearings will be accessible both in person and virtually via Zoom, making it convenient for all to participate.
The department emphasizes the importance of community engagement, urging members to join the discussions and share their perspectives on the fiscal strategies of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. Recognizing that the community’s resources are for the collective benefit, it’s crucial for individuals to provide feedback on their preferred allocation.
Hearings have been set on the following dates at these venues:
- Tuesday, February 27, 2024 – Inger Community Center (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Event Link: https://www.leechlakenews.com/event/fy25-annual-budget-public-hearing-district-i/
- Wednesday, February 28, 2024 – Cedar Lakes Casino Event Center (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM) Event Link: https://www.leechlakenews.com/event/fy25-annual-budget-public-hearing-district-iii/
- Thursday, February 29, 2024 – Bena Community Center (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Event Link: https://www.leechlakenews.com/event/fy25-annual-budget-public-hearing-district-ii/
- Wednesday, March 6, 2024 – Duluth Area Office (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM) Event Link: https://www.leechlakenews.com/event/fy25-annual-budget-public-hearing-duluth/
- Friday, March 8, 2024 – Leech Lake Twin Cities Office (6:00PM – 8:00PM) Event Link: https://www.leechlakenews.com/event/fy25-annual-budget-public-hearing-twin-cities/
For further details about the FY25 Budget Public Hearings or for inquiries, please contact Kyle Applebee at 218-335-3645.
For those who cannot attend in person, a Zoom meeting has been arranged to facilitate virtual participation. Please use the following details to join during any of the scheduled sessions:
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83648082278?pwd=I0UgAzbqTZHs05l3y6dHVDmMDkUT9I.1#success
Meeting ID: 836 4808 2278
Your involvement is key to ensuring the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe’s financial planning aligns with the community’s aspirations and needs. We eagerly anticipate your input and collaboration at these hearings as we strive for a prosperous future for our community.
