ELECTED OFFICIALS ACKNOWLEDGE MLBO STAFF WITH APPRECIATION PARTY

Photos and story by Vivian LaMoore, Inaajimowin Editor

The Mille Lacs Band Elected Officials and Commissioners recently hosted an employee appreciation event to honor and thank Band employees for a year of dedicated service to the Band and its members. The employee-only celebration was designed as a chance to pause, connect, and recognize the vital role employees play in supporting the work and mission of the Band. The afternoon offered an opportunity to step away from daily responsibilities and enjoy time together in a relaxed, celebratory setting.

The event featured food, entertainment, and door prizes, creating an atmosphere of gratitude and shared appreciation. In addition to the celebration, elected leadership expressed their thanks through a $500 Holiday Miigwech payment for full-time and part-time employees, recognizing the hard work, commitment, and service provided throughout the year. The gathering and holiday payment together served as a meaningful expression of appreciation for employees' continued dedication to the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and its membership.