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Government EXECUTIVE LEGISLATIVE JUDICIAL CONSTITUTION Executive Branch PREAMBLE In accordance with the inherent power of self-government of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina ("Tribe"), the Tribe adopts this Constitution for the purposes of establishing a tribal government structure, preserving for all time the Lumbee way of life and community, promoting the educational, cultural, social, and economic well-being of Lumbee people and securing justice and freedom for the Lumbee people. PROGRAMS & SERVICES The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina provides programs and services to all tribal members within the tribal service areas of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland county. All executive powers, including implementation of and compliance with annual budgets, of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina shall reside in a Tribal Chairperson, who shall cause all laws of the Tribe to be faithfully executed. Tribal Chair - Mr. John Lowery To contact the Tribal Chairman or the Tribal Administrator, call the Main Tribal Office at 910-521-7861. Your call will be directed to the Chairman and/or the Tribal Administrator. To contact Chairman Lowery's Office, click here . *The Tribal Chair shall nominate a Tribal Administrator, subject to confirmation by the Tribal Council or its designee(s). Chairman Lowery's Inauguration Speech Chairman Lowery's Monthly Reports Legislative Branch The Lumbee Tribal Council is comprised of 21 members elected from 21 districts. Members of the Tribal Council shall serve three year terms. If you have questions or concerns you can email your representative by clicking on thier name. Elected Council Representatives — 21 Seats Here are your Council Representatives: District 1: Representative Bill 'Dollar Bill' Oxendine District 2: Representative Graylen Mitchell Representative Gerald Goolsby District 3: Representative Harold Smith Representative Pam Hunt District 4: Representative Jody Bullard District 5: Representative Carrington Locklear District 6: Representative Larry Chavis District 7: Representative Yvonne Dial District 8: Representative Kathy Hunt District 9: Representative Johnny Bell District 10: Representative Bobby Emanuel District 11: Representative Chocajuana Oxendine District 12: Representative Jo Doss District 13: Representative Alex Baker District 14: Representative Homer Fields District 15: District 16: Representative Nanci Locklear District 17: District 18: Representative Mary Locklear District 19: Representative Larry Soles District 20: Representative Kristie Hunt Representative Rudy Locklear District 21: November 2025 Tribal Council Calendar Tribal Council and Maps Tribal Council Hearing Roll Call Conduct of Virtual Meetings Please note that if a Committee Meeting concludes prior to the scheduled time allotted, the next scheduled meeting will begin. Business Meeting Schedule for 2025 LUMBEE TRIBAL COUNCIL Scheduled Tribal Council Meetings & Locations (meetings begin at 6:30 pm) *All meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month* All meetings will be held at the Tribal Housing Complex, unless otherwise noted The Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex is located at 6984 NC Hwy 711 West Pembroke NC 28372. [Directions] Committee meetings and all others are held at the Lumbee Tribal Housing Complex. For any additional Tribal Council information not listed on the website, please contact: Belinda Brewer Executive Administrative Assistant Phone: (910) 522-2219 E-mail: bbrewer@lumbeetribe.com January- Tribal Housing Complex February- Tribal Housing Complex March - Tribal Housing Complex April - Tribal Housing Complex May - Tribal Housing Complex June - Tribal Housing Complex July - Tribal Housing Complex August - Tribal Housing Complex September - Tribal Housing Complex October - Tribal Housing Complex November - Tribal Housing Complex December - Tribal Housing Complex TRIBAL ORDINANCES TRIBAL PROPOSED ORDINANCES TRIBAL VETO ORDINANCES TRIBAL RESOLUTIONS TRIBAL MEETING MINUTES TRIBAL MEETING AGENDA TCRR-2011-1215-01 "STANDING RELES OF ORDER AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE DUTIES OF THE TRIBAL COUNCIL OFFICERS AND DECORUM OF COUNCIL MEETINGS" Amended April 18, 2024 Judicial Branch Supreme Court Justice Tona Jacobs. She will serve a 5-year term on the Lumbee Tribal Supreme Court. The Supreme Court of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will hear all cases dealing with constitutional issues. There are five (5) sitting judges whom are nominated by the Tribal Chairman and appointed by the Tribal Council. Two of the sitting judges shall be graduates of accredited law schools and three shall be lay people. The Chief Judge bears administrative responsibilities and is elected on an annual basis by the sitting judges. Supreme Court Chief Justice Ronnette Sutton Justice Emily Deese Justice Tona Jacobs Justice Eric Freeman Administrative Court Chief Justice Gary Deese Judge Jo Ann Harris Judge Ima Jean Oxendine Judge Christopher Locklear Judge Robbie Hunt The Tribal Administrative Court of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is established to provide due process and further protect the rights of tribal members, and designed to ensure tribal members are treated equally through the administration of tribal programs. The Tribal Administrative Court will hear cases dealing with the administrative issues such as housing, enrollment, and energy assistance. Judicial Codes of the Supreme Court Supreme Court Decisions Download Supreme Court Petition Download Administrative Court Petition Constitution Download Lumbee Constitution Anchor 10 Calendar Anchor 11

The Lumbee Tribe us dedicated to our culture, traditions and history. We offer many services to our nation. Lumbee Council and visiting leaders at Lumbee Powwow Sept 2025 Grand Entry Powwow 2025 New Construction Lumbee Council and visiting leaders at Lumbee Powwow Sept 2025 1/57 Welcome to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Culture. Tradition. History. Welcome to the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. We are the People of the Dark Water. Our Lumbee Tribal Territory is located in Southeastern North Carolina in Robeson, Hoke, Cumberland, and Scotland Counties. The Lumbee People are known for their entrepreneurial spirit and their focus on education. We welcome you to visit our homeland. Lumbee Tribal Citizens, we hope you register through the Lumbee Member Portal, if you have not done so already, to stay engaged, connected, as well as apply and/or check the status of services available to you. Our tribal website list information and staff details for available services for your families which include, but are not limited to Tribal Support Services, Emergency Rental Assistance, Housing services for families and college students, Enrollment assistance, Energy assistance, Transitional Housing Services, Youth Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Veteran Services, Youth Services through Project Create and much more. If you have questions, please reach out to our staff. We are here to help. Also, our Lumbee Tribal Enrollment Office is now open late on Monday afternoons to better assist you. The main number for the Lumbee Housing Complex is 910.521.7861. As always, I am thankful for this opportunity to serve as your chairman. Chairman Monthly Update Lumbee Member Portal RFQ: Legal Services Official Merchandise Store Donate Today! Legislation Support Lumbee Today Newsletter November 2025 Tribal Council Calendar Nov. Council Business Meeting Agenda 24-25 Accomplishments MMIW/P Support

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Location: 6984 NC Hwy 711 West Pembroke, NC 28372 Pembroke Boys and Girls Club behind Turtle Building DISCLAIMER: Please e-mail cultureclass@lumbeetribe.com if you need to cancel your scheduled session. For more information, please dial 910-522-5474

In celebration of American Indian Heritage Month, Lumbee Tribe staff came together in their ribbon skirts, ribbon shirts, and moccasins.

In celebration of American Indian Heritage Month, children from across the region spent the day learning about American Indian culture and the Lumbee people. We extend our gratitude to all of the dancers, singers, drummers, Lumbee Ambassadors, Senior Ms. Lumbee Wendy Locklear, and the Culture Team for sharing their knowledge and talents during the annual Culture Day event. Thousands of students attended two performances at the Givens Performing Arts Center, where they experienced engaging presentations that highlighted Lumbee history, culture, and traditions. Students also enjoyed demonstrations of traditional dancing, learned about Eastern Woodland tribal practices, explored language, and much more. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this year’s Culture Day a meaningful and memorable celebration. This event continues to be an important part of American Indian Heritage Month, promoting cultural understanding and pride throughout our communities.

Unofficial Results for the Lumbee Tribal Elections 2025.