The Town of Marathon Council issues the following public statement and documentation regarding a public statement issued by Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief and Council on October 14, 2026, to establish a factual, chronological account of the communications, meetings, and efforts involving Mayor Rick Dumas, the Town of Marathon, and Chief Duncan Michano of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg following comments made at a January 26, 2026, Marathon Council meeting. The timeline distinguishes between documented actions, explanations provided by Mayor Dumas, and concerns expressed by Chief Michano and Biigtigong Council. This distinction is important because the parties disagree about the meaning and impact of the original comments.