The Tribal Council governs the Winnebago Tribe and consists of a Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and five other members.  All council members are elected by tribal members for a three year term while officers are appointed for a one year term from within the council.  Elections are held every October to elect three members.

Front row (left to right): Ramona Wolfe, John Blackhawk (Chairman), Kenny Mallory (Vice Chairman), Julie Bassette
Back row (from left to right): Darwin Snyder, Vern Smith, Louis C. Houghton, Jr. (Secretary), Brian Chamberlain (Treasurer), Peter Snow