IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT
REFERENCING COUNCIL CERT CN: R-02-11-17-06:
Nation Members are to satisfy the annual registration either in person or by mail each calendar year (January 1 – December 31) and must provide evidence of Nation enrollment upon request; however, they must appear in person at least once every two calendar years (January 1 – December 31); Mail in registrations must be notarized. All mail in registrations must be postmarked no later than December 31st of each year.
MAKE SURE YOUR INFORMATION IS UP TO DATE!!
The Clerk’s office cannot reach you if your phone number is disconnected or your voicemail is full, and we don’t have an updated mailing address on file. The Clerk’s office tried to reach out to those not registered the entire month of December but we could not get though…. Don’t let that be you!!
As of 1/7/25 there are a total of 648 unregistered members, of which 250 reside in New York State. 76 are from the Allegany Territory and 65 are from the Cattaraugus Territory.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! THE CLERK’S OFFICE IS TRAVELING TO ERIE, PA!!!
Seneca Nation Members can complete their In-Person Registration Requirement for the 2026 calendar year. The Clerk’s office will be at the Seneca Nation location in Erie, PA on the following dates:
Monday: January 27th & April 7th
10AM – 1PM
2101 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16506 Suite #10
Remember all members 18 and over must appear in-person at least once every two calendar years.
If your department has an event that you would like the Clerk’s Office to attend for registration purposes, please reach out to the Cattaraugus Clerk’s Office: Irma Cortes at 716-532-4900 ext. 5035 – I.Cortes@sni.org.
SN IDENTIFICATION CARDS
To update your photo on your Seneca Nation Identification Card, you must appear in person. All cards issued must have a current photo upon issuance. All cards expire 10 years from issuance.
$10.00 per card
$5.00 per card for Elders (60 yrs. Of age or older)
CLERK’S OFFICE FORMS
Completed forms must be notarized and can be mailed to: Seneca Nation of Indians, 90 Ohi:yo’ Way, Salamanca, NY 14779. All forms are available online at www.sni.org under Clerk’s Office documents.
- ADDRESSES
Please remember to keep your address current with the Clerk’s Office. This includes changes with custody of minor children or legal guardians (Court orders).
- BURIAL FUND
A Burial fund has been designated to assist in paying for funeral expenses up to $7000 for enrolled members. For additional details, please contact the Clerk’s Office during regular business hours.
- DIRECT DEPOSIT OF ANNUITY AND/OR ELDERS PAYMENTS
If you would like to sign up for Direct Deposit of your Annuity and/or Elders Check, you will have to complete the form. The form is available on the web at www.sni.org under Documents/Clerk’s Office / Direct Deposit forms or at the Clerk’s Office.
- All direct deposit forms MUST have attached a voided check or deposit slip (start-up checks will NOT be accepted).
- Members must be at least 18 years old to sign up for Direct Deposit
- Minors are NOT eligible for Direct Deposit
*If you receive direct deposit, it is your responsibility to keep your address updated with the Clerk’s Office. Mailings are also done from time to time and those that have not updated their addresses do not get the latest information that is being sent out. This is very important for us to better serve you.
- RELEASE OF MINORS TRUST FUND
Minor’s Trust Fund mailed third (3rd) Friday of the month.
Application deadline 2nd Friday of the month.
In order to begin receiving Minor Trust Fund disbursements, a member must be at least 18 years old and submit the following documentation:
• Application for Release of Minors Trust (must be notarized)
• High School Diploma / GED
• Financial Literacy Certificate (http://seneca.cm3solutions.com)
If you need to obtain a Financial Literacy Certificate, please contact the Seneca Nation Education Department for details. Contact Info: Allegany Territory – Seneca Nation Education Department (716) 945-1790, tracy.pacini@sni.org; Cattaraugus Territory – Seneca Nation Education Department (716) 532-3341.
Once the first minors check is mailed the checks are automatically mailed when:
– applicant has obtained 21 years of age
– applicant has obtained 24 years of age trust
ANNUITY CLOTH
Per THE TREATY OF CANANDAIGUA IN 1794, *three (3) yards per person of annuity cloth will be available for pick up anytime in both the Allegany & Cattaraugus Clerk’s Offices.
*Amount to be distributed subject to change.
- The Seneca Nation signed the Treaty of Canandaigua in 1794 with the newly formed United States of America to recognize Nation Sovereignty and land base.
- The United States Government fulfills its obligations under the Treaty with the Six Nations or the Haudenosaunee by sending each cloth symbolizing peace and friendship. The annuity cloth represents the continuing Government to Government relationship with the United States.
DO YOU HAVE MULTIPLE SHARES TO PICK UP AND WISH TO HAVE A BULK ORDER CUT? GIVE US A CALL AHEAD OF TIME AND WE CAN HAVE IT READY FOR YOU.
SEEKING INVOCATORS
The Seneca Nation Clerk’s Office is seeking Individuals interested in Invocating/Opening with Ganö:nyök for Council each month. Anyone interested may contact Leslie Cooke at Leslie.Cooke@sni.org, 716-532-4900, ext. 5046.
SEEKING NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
The Seneca Nation Clerk’s Office is seeking Non-Profit Organizations to serve refreshments and or dinner during Council each month. Any Organization interested may contact Leslie Cooke at Leslie.cooke@sni.org, 716-532-4900, ext. 5046 to request a form. Forms are also available at the Clerk’s Office. Any questions can be directed to Leslie Cooke. Per Council Resolution R-06-10-23-20 / Increasing amount paid to Non-Profit Organizations serving Council
Regular Session: $1,500 | Special Session: $750
STS Bus Passes are available for purchase at the Clerk’s Office.
Members are now able to buy passes from the Clerk’s Office to utilize the Seneca Transit System (STS). Prices are as follows:
STS: Daily passes- $1.00 (one way) Monthly passes- $30.00
$3.00 (All day pass)
ALLEGANY RESIDENTS’ GARBAGE APPLICATION / TICKET DISTRIBUTION
The Allegany Clerk’s Office will continue to require ID and proof of utility in your name as we continue to update our records. We appreciate your patience as we complete this process. We are aware that some residents have been skipped over once or twice. All complaints/concerns can be addressed to the Allegany Clerks Office, (716) 945-1790 and we will communicate with Beichner. Please do not contact Beichner directly.
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY!!! ALL ALLEGANY TERRIRTORY RESIDENTS THAT UTILIZE THE GARBAGE TICKETS HAVE A PICKUP ON THURSDAYS.
REMEMBER TO HAVE GARBAGE OUT BY 5:00AM
COME SEE US AT THE OFFICE!!
William Seneca Building – Cattaraugus Territory – (716) 532-4900
Cattaraugus Clerk’s Office Staff
Lenith K. Waterman, Clerk (Notary Public)
Irma Cortes, Executive Assistant to the Clerk
Leslie Cooke, Executive Secretary (Notary Public)
Kelly Mohawk, Deeds Recorder
Tammi Stafford, Special Projects Facilitator
Jordan Brooks, Executive Administrative Assistant
Keith Wisniewski, Executive Administrative Assistant
Joleen Lone, Executive Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Business Permits:
Hailey Brooks, Business Permit Officer
Raven Lay, Business Permit Compliance Officer
Seneca Allegany Administration Building – Allegany Territory – (716) 945-1790
Allegany Clerk’s Office Staff
Pauline John, Deputy Clerk
Maura Frazier, Executive Secretary (Notary Public)
Sue Case, Enrollment Officer
Jesse Brown, Genealogist
Kathleen “Yomie” Hill, Vital Records Specialist
Creedence Redeye, Executive Administrative Assistant
Raynell Dowdy, Executive Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
The Buffalo Office Staff & Location – (716) 845-6304 or (716) 951-7555
The Buffalo Office works in Conjunction with the Clerk’s Office.
Ramona Marion – Director
Stephanie Maybee – Administrative Assistant
Judson Logan – Tutor
Tajanay Irizarry – Activity Coordinator
Located at: 265 Skillen Street, Buffalo, NY 14207 – NO LONGER AT THE AMHERST LOCATION!
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm
(Please use side door entrance next to parking lot)
CLERK’S OFFICE HOURS:
Allegany & Cattaraugus Clerk’s Office hours are Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Both Clerk’s offices will be open from 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. each Saturday of the Regular Council session.
We encourage members to bring their own pen if needed, as a safety precaution.
Please have your SNI Enrollment # ready when you are visiting or calling the Clerk’s Office.
