Invitation to Attend the Candidate Forum on January 18, 2025

The Election Committee is excited to announce the Candidate Forum, which will be held on Saturday, January 18th, 2025, from 1 PM to 4:00 PM at the Community and Government Center.

This forum is an opportunity for Candidates to present their platforms and for Tribal Members to ask well- thought-out, concise, and pertinent questions relating strictly to the individual’s candidacy. Each candidate will be allowed 3 minutes for their presentation; the election committee will be responsible for keeping the time.

Tribal members will be provided index cards at the entrance table to write their questions for the candidates. The Election Committee will then collect the questions and give them to the moderator to read aloud. Candidates will then have 60 seconds to respond. Each candidate will then have three minutes for a closing statement.

This forum is not a debate between candidates but rather a discussion. No candidate will be allowed to directly address any other candidate. Respectful conduct is required. On behalf of the Election committee, we wish the candidates luck, and we hope to see you all there!

Best regards,
Election Committee Members

Election Notice to All Enrolled Tribal Members

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Election Committee hereby notifies all enrolled Tribal Members that the regular election for the positions of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, and one Tribal Councilor will be held on Sunday, February 9, 2025 (referred to as Election Day).

Eligibility to Vote: Enrolled Tribal Members who will be 18 years of age or older on or before Election Day are eligible to vote in the regular election. If you are not yet registered to vote, you must complete a Voter Registration Form in order to participate in the election.

A list of currently registered voters is posted at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community & Government Center.

Voter Registration: The Voter Registration Form is available at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community & Government Center, located at 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649, during regular business hours. All enrolled and eligible Tribal members may register to vote on or before Election Day.

Election Results: The results of the election will be posted on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at:

1. The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community & Government Center, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649.

2. The official Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe website.

Election Day Information

Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025

Election Positions:

• Chairperson

• Vice Chairperson

• Secretary

• Treasurer

• One (1) Tribal Councilor

Voting Hours:

• Elders and Disabled Persons: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• All Tribal Members: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location:
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community and Government Center Gymnasium
483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649

Voting Requirements: Registered voters must present a federal, state, or Mashpee Tribal government-issued photo identification in order to cast their vote.
Masks are required for individuals who have not been vaccinated.

13 Candidates Certified for the 2025 General Election

Thirteen Candidates have been certified for the 2025 General Election. The candidates are as follows:

Treasurer
Charles "Bobby" Foster (i)
Fenton N Soliz
Aaron Tobey Jr.

Council Seat
Donald Peters
David Weeden (i)