August 31, 2023 ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – Following multiple media reports that Governor Kathy Hochul is now involved in gaming compact negotiations with the Seneca Nation, Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong, Sr. issued the following statement: “For the past year, the Seneca Nation has been trying to negotiate a fair and reasonable Class III […]
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A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong, Sr.
The Seneca Nation Executives and Tribal Council will be hosting public meetings for Seneca members as planned. Our first compact was approved by a referendum vote in 2002 and we have had great success in improving the quality of life for Elders, Families, and our Youth. The casino revenue we received beginning in 2003 has […]
Proclamation: Designating September 2023 as RTR Month
The Seneca Nation makes a proclamation designating September 2023 as “Remember the Removal Month” effective August 7, 2023. There still remains a vital need to increase awareness of the history of the Kinzua Dam era and the resulting impact on our communities and way of life. Read the full proclamation below:
A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong Sr.
Greetings, I hope everyone is enjoying the summer. The weather fluctuates from low 70’s with lots of rain to the 90’s with high humidity. Please remember that the Seneca Nation has cooling stations at both Allegany and Cattaraugus Community Centers along with the AOA Centers that are open for Elders. COMPACT UPDATEWe will hold public […]
A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong Sr.
Greetings, I hope everyone is enjoying summer. It’s a great time of the year with all types of outdoor activities for all ages. Our casinos are hosting outdoor concerts, recreation programs are in full swing, families are travelling and some are home enjoying their flowers and gardens. Unfortunately, we have also had a tragic event […]
Notice of Regular Session of Council
Attention all Enrolled Seneca Members: Next Regular Session of Council to be held on the Cattaraugus Territory Pursuant of Section 12 of the Constitution of the Seneca Nation of Indians, notice is hereby given to you that the Council of said Nation will convene in Regular Session: When: Saturday, August 12, 2023 Time: 9:30 a.m. […]
A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong, Sr.
Greetings, I hope everyone is enjoying your summer. Growing gardens, planting flowers, hosting picnics and attending outdoor sports provides a way to bring families and friends together. For some, picking blueberries and strawberries is a treasured family tradition enjoyed by all ages especially when the berries are made into buckles, pies and shortcakes. As the […]
A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong, Sr.
Greetings, Since becoming President of the Seneca Nation and knowing first-hand the challenging issues that need to be handled in the best interest of our Seneca Nation and its Members, I am grateful for all the support from our Seneca communities. By attending public meetings, being involved with committee meetings, participating in events, volunteering your […]
A message from President Rickey L. Armstrong, Sr.
Seneca Nation Officials Announce A Tentative New 20-Year Compact With New York State Following several months of negotiations, Seneca Nation President Armstrong, Treasurer Pagels and Tribal Council announced that an agreement in principle has been reached with New York State for a new 20-year casino gaming Compact. The tentative agreement comes after several months of […]
Powwow Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in volunteering at this year’s Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow? Call Emily at (716) 945-1790, ext. 3016 or email volunters@senecapowwow.org to sign-up! Learn more about the event by visiting senecapowwow.org.