Laura Lee Erickson
As your District III Representative, Laura is voted in by and specifically serves the communities of White Earth, Pine Point, Elbow Lake, Callaway, and Ogema. Please stay tuned for further updates from your District III Representative!
October 2026 District 3 Report
September flew by quickly. The leaves started turning, days are getting shorter. We concluded a successful and safe wild rice harvest this year. Together, our community brought in 204,702 pounds of green rice. A huge Miigwech to all the harvesters who spent
long hours on the water and to our employees that work extra hours during the season. Throughout September, program staff and leadership worked to draft and refine the budgets for the upcoming fiscal year 2027.
Project Updates
The new playground in White Earth South Project is complete. A cement slab for the new basketball court has been poured and hoops will be installed next. While visiting with community members, I heard that the playground equipment was in need of an update. I’m happy to see new playground equipment being added for our children and families! We continue to seek funding to improve other areas throughout White Earth.
We know everyone is eager for the new White Earth Splashpad. The project is facing some delays but is still actively moving forward. We missed our goal of opening before the cold weather arrived but we are rolling with it and look forward to celebrating its completion soon.
Site preparation work has been completed for two new elder tiny homes in White Earth. This housing initiative continues to make progress toward completion. If you or an elder you know is currently in need of housing, please reach out to us so we can assist you with the application process.
Dreamcatcher Homes in Ogema, a contractor installed a fence around the playground area. The fence was partial around the play area. Replacing the previous partial fencing, this upgrade creates a secure boundary that will enhance the safety of the youth while on the playground.
The old basketball court in Pine Point has been removed and a brand-new concrete slab has been successfully poured. With the foundational work complete, the next phase of the project will be the installation of the basketball hoops. We continue to look at different areas in the village to make improvements also.
The Elbow Lake Community building is nearing completion with a tentative move-in date set for November. We are entering the final phases and will continue to share updates with the public as we approach our official opening. Miigwech for being patient.
Congratulations to the White Earth Nation Coed and Men’s Softball Teams at the United Tribes 2026 Tournament in Bismarck, N.D. The Coed team defended their title from last year and both teams came home as CHAMPIONS! Both teams are all White Earth tribal members! Our White Earth ladies also played finishing 1–2. Lots of great competition
and a lot to be proud of. Congratulations, ladies!
Miigwech to our players for representing White Earth, way to go! Getting out on the field and staying active in sports like softball is a great way to keep your body healthy and strong! Regular physical activity is one of our best tools to combat diabetes and other health issues.
The Elder Home Weatherization program has released its application form. Elders are asked to complete and submit these forms to secure plastic insulation for windows and doors. Please remember to check propane/fuel oil tanks to ensure you do not run out. If an elder lacks transportation, please reach out to us so we can arrange to bring the forms and
assistance directly to them.
If you need assistance or would like to visit please let us know!
Miigwech
Contact information:
Laura Lee Erickson
laura.erickson@whiteearth-nsn.gov
Office: 218-935-6238
Cell: 218-401-1153
Facebook: VOTE LAURA LEE
Assistant for District 3
Tiffany Swiers
Office: 218-935-6235
Cell: 218-997-9124
tiffany.swiers@whiteearth-nsn.gov