M'Chigeeng First Nation Oath of Office

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As a member of the M’Chigeeng First Nation Council I will:

  1. Accept the mission as an active member of the elected Chief and Council
  2. Represent the interests of all Band Members served by this Council.
  3. Not use the organization or my service on this Council for my own personal advantage or for the individual advantage of my friends and supporters.
  4. In the event Conflict of Interest arises – if my elected position and private interests constitute a conflict of interest, I will declare this to the Chief and Council, who will direct in which manner, this may be resolved.
  5. Not disclose information deemed confidential by this Council or its membership.
  6. Approach all First Nation issues with an open and conscientious mind, and will be prepared to make the best decision for the betterment of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.
  7. Promote and uphold the integrity and dignity of the M’Chigeeng First Nation and I will not violate the trust of those who elected me to the Council or of those we serve.
  8. Focus my efforts on the mission of the organization and not on my personal goals.
  9. Never exercise authority or interfere as a Councillor except when acting in a meeting with the full Council or as delegated by the Council.
  10. Not publicly criticize other Council Members, First Nation Employees, or the policies and/or regulations of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.
  11. Plan and make decisions with other Council Members and support the decisions and respect the opinions and ideas of others on the Council of the M’Chigeeng First Nation.

Order of Council Meetings

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The following process has been implemented:

  1. Any items for Council Agenda are to be submitted in writing no less than one (1) week prior to meeting, preferably two (2) weeks to adequately prepare, this allows for department/staff follow-up. The following is the new format for Council Meeting Agenda:
    1. Approval of Agenda
    2. Declaration of Conflict of Interest
    3. Presentations
    4. Meeting Minutes
    5. Unfinished Business
    6. New Business
    7. Future Meetings or Required Dates
    8. External Organization Political Attendance
    9. Correspondence/Information
    10. Adjournment
    Memorandums are forwarded to respective Departments/Staff for follow-up
  2. All agenda items are deferred to the CAO/Chief and determined:
    1. If further background material and/or action is required for preparation
    2. If could be deferred to the appropriate department to follow up
    3. If a priority, categorize and time allotment required
    4. If decision to be made is supported by an existing policy; funding available, etc.
  3. Minutes of meetings, once approved at a Chief and Council Meeting are posted in the Council Chambers, Post Office and Health Centre. With the implementation of a new server at the Band Office minutes will also be posted on the website.