Rhodes Secures Governor Seat Smuggling Scheme Ends in the Community Re-Elects Governor Rhodes and Welcomes Joseph Manuel As the New Lt

Vol. 11 No. 11 Sacaton, Arizona November 2008

The Community hosts Cultural Night for National Congress of American Indians

Wild Horse Pass-On Wed, Oct. 22, The Gila River Indian Community hosted Cultural Night at Rawhide for the National Congress of American Indi- ans. Dance groups from tribes located all throughout the state participated in the event by presenting their traditional songs and dances. Above: A group from Tohono Oʼodham perform a dance that interprets a creation story in their tribe. (GRIN Photo - Mihio Manus) Rhodes secures Governor seat Smuggling scheme ends in The Community re-elects Governor Rhodes and welcomes Joseph Manuel as the new Lt. Governor. four deaths By Mihio Manus and Darius posted on the Community’s in- that made all the difference in his On Sun Oct. 26, GRIC Po- Blackwater Enos tranet. re-election. lice Officer Mattson pulled over a The General Election saw D3 resident, April Myore Chevrolet van on State Road 87 Sacaton-Current GRIC Governor, Allison-Ray winning Districts 4 and said she believes that Rhodes has near Gilbert Road for driving fifteen William R. Rhodes, was success- 6 while tying with Rhodes in Dis- been quite accomplished in his ad- miles per hour under the speed ful in securing 46% of the Commu- trict 2. Governor Rhodes won Dis- ministration and is supportive of limit, crossing the white fog line nity’s support toward retaining his tricts 1, 3, 5 and 7. his openness in answering ques- several times, and impeding traffic position as Gila River’s Governor Although Rhodes claimed tions publicly. which quickly turned into a multi-ju- for the next three years. Alongside victory in the election, the close Fellow D3 resident, Carrie risdictional incident that sum- Governor Rhodes, Joseph margin by which he won seems to Stansberry echoed these senti- moned U.S. Immigration and Manuel, GRIC Community Man- indicate that Allison-Ray gained ments and said, “Working within Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. ager, was elected into the office of substantial support in the time Border Patrol, Chandler Police, as Lt. Governor with 59% of the vote. span between the primary and See Rhodes Page 3 well as the Pinal County Sheriff. Based on the results of the general election. Law enforcement officials 2008 Primary Elections, one could On voting day at the D3 reported that up to 20 illegal immi- safely assume that Rhodes had Service Center, Allison Antone See also ʻProtests filed more than enough support to take gave her support to Allison-Ray in election resultsʼ See Smuggling Page 12 the Governor seat without much and said she thought there was Page 4 contest. In the Primary Election, too much controversy surrounding Rhodes had gained his nomination Governor Rhodes. “I think we PRESORTED STAN- with 586 votes while his opponent, need a change to see what kind of Gila River Indian News P.O. Box 459 DARD Jennifer Allison-Ray received 270. job she will do for the Community,” U.S. Postage Sacaton, AZ 85247 The primaries saw Rhodes sweep- Antone said. PAID Change Service Requested Sacaton, AZ ing victories across every district. Another Community mem- Permit No. 25 However, the General ber, Bill Dixon, D3, also gave his Election proved to be more of a support to the current Lt. Gover- battle with Allison-Ray closing the nor. He said, “I just thought it was margin to just 5%, as she gar- time to go a different route.” nered 1019 votes to Rhodes’ 1149, But in the end it was the according to unofficial results votes cast for Governor Rhodes Page 2 Gila River Indian News November 2008

Tribes have a right to define mem- had the sole discretion to deter- bership and it is important to re- mine whether an Indian had suffi- Constitution Reform member that members shape the cient blood to qualify for tribe’s identify and future. There is membership. Some individual In- no set standard for Tribes to fol- dians opted not to participate and Project Takes the low. However, when looking at were not counted in one tribe or membership criteria, one should another. Other individual Indians understand the roots behind the of mixed blood were determined to Show on the Road existing membership criteria, be from the mother’s tribe and specifically the use of blood quan- those with mixed African and In- tum. Historically, blood quantum dian ancestry were not included at Membership Is No. 1 Concern requirement was used in English all or where included on the infa- law for determining who was to in- mous “freedman rolls.” These Submitted by the Tribal Constitu- herit property. Early American ref- lists, although inaccurate, served tion Reform Project erences to blood or blood as the primary method of deter- quantum were used to describe a mining eligibility for membership. As the Tribal Constitution ranged from leaving membership particular person rather than to In 1912, Congress in- Reform Project wraps up a series requirements untouched, to lower- identify membership. When gov- cluded blood quantum as an eligi- of public presentations to each ing the blood quantum require- ernment field agents who were re- bility requirement to restrict district, the Urban Members Asso- ment, to raising the blood quantum sponsible for the distribution of funding for Indian education fund- ciation and the elders, the Project requirement, to limiting the blood benefits under treaties or the law ing to those with one-fourth or Task Force will take the show on quantum requirement to Pima and needed a standard for determining more Indian blood. At the request the road to California to give the Maricopa. While opinions were di- who was eligible to receive bene- of the Eastern Cherokee and same presentation to members re- verse, those responding consis- fits, blood quantum become an in- Menominee Tribes in 1931 and siding there. The Task Force will tently stated the 20 year residency dicator of membership eligibility. 1934 respectively, Congress used present in the Los Angeles area rule should be removed from the For example, the General blood quantum to define member- on December 6, 2008 and San Constitution. Presently, the Con- Allotment Act of 1877 required ship for those particular tribes. Francisco on December 7, 2008. stitution contains a provision stat- tribal reservations to be divided Whatever the Community The Task Force chose Los Ange- ing that members who remain into individual allotments for dis- finally decides regarding its mem- les and San Francisco because of away from the reservation continu- bursement to individual Indians bership criteria, it is important to the high concentration of enrolled ously for a period of 20 years au- and held in trust for a certain pe- note that the effects will be felt for Community members residing in tomatically lose their membership riod of time. The Act itself did not many generations. Thus it is im- those areas. The Task Force will and may only be reinstated upon specify blood quantum, but the portant that the Community give notify California members of the approval of the Tribal Council. lots were only distributed to indi- the issue careful consideration sessions by mail. Most Community members re- viduals recognized as one-half or and thought as to the long term ef- Other Gila River Indian sponding to the surveys want this more Indian blood. Additionally, fects in addition to the short term Community departments plan to provision removed. the amount of Indian blood deter- ones when providing comments to attend and participate and in the Membership is a critical to mined how long one was required the Project Task Force. Because sessions, and also take advantage the Community as it is the very retain his assigned lot before sell- the issue is so critical, the Project of the opportunity to communicate core of the tribe. If the require- ing it. This caused conflict, and in Task Force encourages all Com- directly with Community members ments are too liberal, the member- 1890 Commissioner of Indian Af- munity members to participate in about activities on the reservation ship may grow to the point that the fairs Thomas Morgan suggested this historic process so that any and to update records. Community’s resources may be in- incorporating a blood quantum re- changes to the Constitution truly Survey responses received sufficient to meet the needs. If quirement in determining member- reflect the Community’s prefer- from Community members membership requirements are too ship and eligibility for benefits as a ences. throughout the public comment restrictive, fewer people will be eli- solution. Members with questions or period revealed that membership gible to enroll into the tribe and Finally in an effort to account for comments are encouraged to con- remained the top area of concern this could negatively impact the every Indian person, the federal tact their district’s Task for Community members. Opinion long term survival of the tribe. government created the Dawes Force Representative or may con- Commission whose responsibility tact Project Manager Gerald Cal- it was to locate every Indian and nimptewa at (520) 562-9757 or Constitution Town Hall Meeting, Gila River Indian Community document his or her tribe and [email protected]. Sponsored by the Tribal Constitution Reform Project “Visioning Change for Our Constitution” blood quantum. 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General Session 2 1:30 –2 Purpose: Explain the Goals and Objectives of Afternoon Session ------Material published in the Gila River Indian News may not be reproduced in Break-out Session 2-4:15 any form without consent from the Gila River Indian Community. Afternoon Break 3:30 –3:45 Purpose: Make Decisions on the Changes and Develop Language Gila River Indian Community William R. Rhodes, Governor P.O. Box 97, Sacaton, AZ 85247 Jennifer Allison-Ray, Lt. Governor Session E Session F Session G Session H 520.562.9500 www.gric.nsn.us 2-2:30 2:30-3 3-3:30 3:45-4:15 Membership Separation of Separation of Other Sections District #1: Arzie Hogg District #5: Brenda Robertson Augustine Enos Cecil Lewis Powers Powers Affected Frank Pablo, Sr. TBD District #2: Jewell Whitman Delane Enos

District #3: Rodney Jackson General Session 3-A 4:15 –4:35 District #6: Anthony Villareal Myron Schurz Albert Pablo Purpose: Future Plans-Now That We Have a First Draft Terrance B Evans ------District #4: Malcom Eschief General Session 3-B 4:35-5 Rebecca Rowe District #7: Devin Redbird Darrell Gerlaugh Purpose: Present the First Draft of Constitution to the Group John Antone

“All political power is inherent in the people” Article IV - GRIC Constitution (1960) Arthur Felder, Tribal Treasurer John Giff, Community Council Secretary November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 3 Letters

The Race is Over!

Thank you Gila River In- difference for Gila River Indian dian Community members for Community. Congratulations - doing your civil duty in voting this Governor William R. Rhodes, Lt. electoral year. I would like to con- Governor Joseph Manuel, Chief gratulate all the elected officials Judge Annette Stewart, Associate who succeeded in the race. I Judge Lucinda M. Oliver, Associ- would also like to give thanks for ate Judge Linda M. Pablo, Associ- those who put an effort into plac- ate Judge Anthony Hill, Associate ing their names on the ballet in Judge Lucille Morago. hoping to make a difference in Also thanks to the Tribal “Our Community”. Elections Office and all the Com- We all had an equal oppor- munity who assisted in the elec- tunity to take time out to make a tions. difference. Creator has continued to bless Gila River Indian Commu- Ramona Sabori, nity in this year’s election. I’m sure District Four Member the officials will continue to make a

Through understanding comes compassion

To Whom It May Concern: all the darkness, the Lord will give you a light if you open your eyes. Bless the children who not yet (Even in the darkness I knew the know. way.) Young boys and girls, foolish yet You see negativity only creates eager to grow. negativity, good always wins and Men and women who follow their love conquers all. dreams to make them come true, When love becomes unconditional Old men and women who’ve lived it’s done through understanding. to see things through. Through understanding comes Thank your maker for each breath compassion through compassion for your sake, there will come one comes mercy through mercy day your life he’ll take. comes grace all these together be- Remember to get on your feet come sacrifice. Through sacrifice each time you fall because life’s comes wisdom through wisdom educational stipend. Applications too short all in all. comes love must be received at the Founda- We encourage you to visit our Death is a transition as is birth, When love becomes unconditional tion by January 30, 2009. website at http://udall.gov/ to learn both are mediators from concep- it’s done through understanding more about our programs! Inter- tion to life to eternity. providing pardon full and free. The Scholarship Program awards ested students may contact me at There’s nothing in this world that eighty $5,000 merit-based scholar- the information below. We look for- things could seem so hopeless in Webster W Norris III ships for college sophomores and ward to hearing from you! juniors seeking a career in tribal Best, Internship, Scholarship opportunities health, tribal public policy or the environment. Scholarship recipi- Colin R. Ben ents participate in a five-day Ori- Program Manager Dear Students, can and Alaska Native undergrad- entation in Tucson, AZ, to learn Native American Congressional In- uate, graduate and law students. more about tribal and environmen- ternship Program The Morris K. Udall Foundation is Students are placed in Congres- tal issues. Applications must be Morris K. Udall Foundation pleased to announce our 2009 In- sional offices, committees, or se- submitted through a Udall Faculty 130 South Scott Ave. ternship and Scholarship Program lect agencies to experience an Representative at the student’s Tucson, AZ 85701-1922 opportunities! insider’s view of the federal gov- college or university. More infor- Email: [email protected] ernment and learn more about the mation about Faculty Representa- Phone: (520) 901-8568 The Native American Congres- federal government’s trust rela- tives can be found on the Udall Fax: (520) 901-8570 sional Internship Program is a ten- tionship with tribes. The Founda- website. The application deadline Website: www.udall.gov week summer internship in tion provides round-trip airfare, for the 2008 academic year is Washington, DC, for Native Ameri- housing, per diem, and a $1,200 March 3, 2009.

Rhodes from Page 1 margin of approximately five votes. The final tally was 498 for Notah-Enas and 503 for Manuel in tribal government, the direction the Primary Election. he’s going is benefiting a lot of Manuel widened the gap people and it would be good if we between him and Notah-Enas in can keep going.” the General Election, winning the Michael Preston, also from office with 1454 votes to Notah- D3, said he believes the Governor Enas’ 917. Manuel was victorious has been very supportive of youth in every district. programs. “He’s pretty much open Unofficial election results and honest,” Preston said. “He have been provided by the Elec- doesn’t try to play politics.” tion Committee. As of press time, The race for Lt. Governor the results of the General Election was quite the opposite when com- have been certified by Council. paring results from the Primary Election with the General Election. In the Primaries, Manuel had the edge over Tina Notah-Enas by a Page 4 Gila River Indian News November 2008

elicited an apology from Byron Jackson, D3 Election Judge be- Protests filed in election results cause it was well after midnight when the results were finalized and By Jeri Thomas the numbers announced. GRIN Office Manager Committee (LSC) on Wed., Nov. 12, LSC, “None of the protests provided voted to certify the election results sufficient evidence to warrant a new Giff stated that no more than Sacaton-By a popular vote of the and forwarded the item with recom- election.” Additionally, he stated 30 minutes passed from the time of people, William R. Rhodes secured mendation for approval to the Tribal “There were no sworn statements, notification to the time of delivery of the Governor’s seat on Tues. Nov. Council for the next regular meeting no affidavits, no specifics as to the absentee ballots. “No one was 4, the date the Gila River Indian to be held on Wed., Nov. 19. when, who, or how an individual did denied the right to vote.” Addition- Community conducted its general However, certification of the not have an opportunity to vote.” He ally, in a wrap up session held by election for its top officials. election results was not met without added, “No specific acts occurred or election officials the Sunday after Rhodes secured 1149 a hitch. Election Ordinance GR-02- were stated. To have a new election the election, each was asked the votes. Jennifer Allison-Ray came in 02 provides that protests can be would be drastic. Having a new specific question: “Was a Commu- at 1019 votes. Allison-Ray presently filed with the Community Election election would outweigh and incon- nity member who wanted to vote holds the position of Lt. Governor. Board within three business days venience the voters who voted.” denied a vote or any that walked Oaths of office take place Jan. 1, following the election. Election officials stated to away?” All said no, Giff reported. 2009 for family members and spe- A formal protest was filed by the LSC that they took extra pre- As a precautionary measure cial invited guests. As is customary, Allison-Ray on Fri. Nov. 7. Accord- caution and paid special attention to had an election protest been ruled an Inauguration ceremony will be ing to Allison-Ray, who was present detail to their processes to ensure valid, the Election Board presented conducted on Sat. Jan. 3, 2009 to at the LSC meeting, “. . . A Commu- no errors or possible wrongdoing to the LSC steps to perform a re- introduce the leaders to the Com- nity members’ right to vote was occurred which could potentially set count had it been determined to be munity. The Sheraton at Wild Horse negated.” off a protest action. So much so that necessary. After weighing the facts, Pass is the venue for the 2009 Gila According to the Chief Elec- it took the D3 polling site several the LSC determined that a recount River Indian Community Governor’s tion Judge, John Giff, “This was the hours to deliver its official numbers would be redundant, costly, and un- Inauguration. first election where same day voter to the Governance Center. This fact necessary. Joining the 2009-2012 registration occurred.” Ballot forms Rhodes administration will be ran out at Dist. 3 and 4 polling sites. Joseph Manuel, who garnered 1454 As a remedy, absentee ballots were votes for the office of Lt. Governor. delivered to the sites and utilized in Manuel presently holds the position place of the marked ballots. of Community Manager for GRIC Allison-Ray further stated operations. Tina Notah-Enos, Com- that “. . . This is the reason why I munity Manger presently assigned presented my protest.” to Community Housing as acting di- According to an opinion rector, secured 917 votes. memo presented by Jason Hauter, The Legislative Standing Assist. Gen. Counsel, before the Gila River Runners Club participate in PF Chang Marathon

two members of the Hopi tribe who stressed the need for younger peo- are employed with the Community, ple to join the club to beat diabetes. Denis Poolheco and Jeanette Pool- The club has been organized for heco-Williams. Although the five years as part of the Wellness brother and sister team grew up on Center program. Runners men- the Hopi reservation, Poolheco- tioned that this would be their first Williams said, “We always repre- time in Texas but they have partici- sent Gila River any time we pated in runs all over from the participate in the club.” United States, from California to Members of the club men- Virginia Beach and many places in- tioned how diabetes was becoming between. an epidemic in the community and

Full Marathon –

Name Bib # Chip Time Clock Time Top row (L ro R): Denis Poolheco, Kennith Kisto, Gary Johnson, Erwin Lewis, Clyde Antone, Kenard Kisto, Botton row (L ro R): Jacqui Allison (Van Driver), Pam Vega, Jeanette Poolheco-Williams. Not pictured is Glenna Fiffer. (GRIN Photo - Glenda Fifer 29083 7:03:23 7:57:13 Darius Blackwater Enos)

By Darius Enos “I think of our people, that Irwin Thomas 10185 4:17:36 4:34:00 GRIN Intern Reporter are not able to do it.” Gary Johnson said. Gary Johnson 22088 5:54:06 6:34:27 Sacaton-Nine members of the Gila “During the run sometimes River Runners Club traveled to San you think your not going to make it Kenneth Kisto 22087 6:20:05 7:00:26 Antonio, Texas to participate in the but low and behold you need the P.F. Chang’s marathon and half- strength from somewhere.” marathon inaugural run which took Jeanette Poolheco-Williams said of place on Sun Nov. 16, 2008, the blessing. Half Marathon - On Thurs, Nov. 13, before The runners club expressed the runners club left Sacaton to San their gratitude for the blessing and Antonio they received a blessing the spiritual guidance they would Name Bib # Chip Time Clock Time which took place in the patio area take with them to the marathon in of the Governance Center. The San Antonio. Clyde Anton 25507 3:17:23 4:01:41 blessing given to four of the nine Present during the small runners in attendance and was per- ceremony were Community Man- Pam Vega 28766 3:27:11 4:19:11 formed by Barnaby Lewis, a cultural ager and newly elected Lt. Gover- resource specialist. The club wel- nor, Joseph Manuel and District 5 comed the blessing and the recog- Councilman Delaney Enos Kennard Kisto 26958 2:31:14 3:19:08 nition they received. The groups says they re- Shortly after, four members ceive very little funding from the Jeanette Williams 23320 2:45:31 3:23:30 talked about how the blessings help tribe and do most of their own during the run. fundraising. Participants included Dennis Pooheco 4948 1:56:56 2:01:19 November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 5 First Things First GRIC RPC assesses needs of children and Happy families with the Community

By Duane Johns Thanksgiving! The Gila River Indian Com- sidered a success and the informa- munity Regional Partnership Coun- tion gathered from the workgroups cil (GRIC RPC) for First Things First was prioritized under the areas of has been quite busy in the month of Health, Access and Quality, Profes- August and September. Several of sional Development, Family Sup- its council members, including the port, Collaboration, and From our family to yours since 1932. Regional Coordinator, Cathy Thorn- Communication. As a result of the ton, have been conducting presen- work session, the GRIC RPC tations to all but two districts within gained a better understanding of www.bashas.com the Community. needs, assets, and priorities within In addition, the GRIC RPC the boundaries of the Community. conducted a Community Work- In turn, this helps the GRIC RPC to group Session on Wed, Sept. 17, at develop funding plans with a pro- the Early Education Childcare Cen- jected rollout of funding expected in

Members of GRIC Regional Partnership Council. Top Row (l to r): Byron Don- and then onto the Community information isn’t broken down in a ahue, Arlie Beeson, Dale Enos, Sr. Martha Carpenter, Priscilla Foote Chair, Vice Chair Duane Johns, Reyna Byler. Bottom Row (l to r): Coordinator Cathy Council. format that can be easy accessed,” Thornton, Pat Foster, Melissa Madrid, Patty Cook, Pamela Johnson. Through the Needs and said Duane Johns, Vice Chair of the Analysis Report, parent surveys, GRIC RPC. “I believe continued ef- ter, located in Sacaton. The focus July 2009. and community outreach, the GRIC forts by the GRIC RPC, and the of the session was to better under- The GRIC RPC also gath- RPC concluded that Family Sup- Tribal Departments can lead to suc- stand the needs of children ages 0- ered information on children ages port, Health, and Quality and Ac- cessful collaboration between pro- 5 years, and families within the 0-3 years old from parent surveys. cess to early childcare programs grams in regards to data collection, boundaries of the Community. The The surveys helped the GRIC RPC shall be their focus areas for the so programs can identify what is workgroup wanted to identify and understand parent concerns relat- next three years. working, what is not, and therefore, determine the needs and assets for ing to the lack of childcare pro- “The Needs and Assets Re- better meet the needs of all children children and families within the grams serving children 0-3 years of port has several inconsistencies within our Community.” Community boundaries. age. Input regarding early child- that are not related to the Commu- The GRIC RPC would also Invitations were sent hood development was also gath- nity, but relate to State and Nation- like to thank GRTI, Early Education through e-mail and public notices ered throughout the districts. All wide studies that may or may not Childcare Center, and Special Edu- were distributed for parents, school information gathered is being include Indian Communities. Some cation Services who were sponsors administrators, educators, commu- processed by the GRIC RPC so of the Tribal Departments do not of the September 17, 2008 Com- nity leaders, elders, health profes- that funding decisions can be made document the information that munity Workgroup Session, sionals, and doctors. Some wisely with the priority being chil- would be beneficial to the GRIC For further information members of the GRIC RPC where dren. RPC, but that doesn’t mean depart- please contact: Cathy Thornton, present during the Community The GRIC Regional Part- ments do not have information. It FTF GRIC Regional Coordinator, Workgroup Session to answer nership Council is in the process of maybe that the information re- Office: (602) 771-4991 Cell: (480)- questions regarding First Things creating a funding plan for quested is not specifically re- 297-4815 or [email protected] First and how it will benefit the $500,000 to be distributed yearly. searched and categorized or; the Community. Funding will go toward enhancing “The members of the Re- existing programs that serve chil- SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT gional Partnership Council believe dren 0-5 years old, and their fami- that community participation is a lies. The Sacaton Elementary School District Governing Board has a vacancy which will key component necessary for the The GRIC Regional Part- be filled by appointment to be made by Pinal County School Superintendent Orlenda Roberts. The appointments will be effective through December, 2010. success of the GRIC RPC,” said nership Council is also finishing Priscilla Foote, Chairperson for the their Needs and Assets Report. Any eligible resident (a registered voter and a school district resident for one year) GRIC RPC. The report was focused on gather- who is interested in being appointed should send a letter of interest to:

“It is through the active participation ing information on programs serv- Orlenda Roberts of parents, families, community ing children ages 0-5 and their Pinal County School Superintendent 75 N. Bailey St. (in person) leaders and service providers that families. Information was re- P. O. Box 769 (mail to address) the GRIC RPC will obtain the infor- quested from all Tribal departments Florence, AZ 85232 mation needed to make decisions that serve children. The GRIC RPC Email: [email protected] that will provide the maximum ben- conducted a meeting in October to Or call (520) 866-6580 efit to the children and families of finalize and adopt the report. The Gila River.” report will then be submitted to the Letters of interest or telephone calls of interest must be received at the Pinal County School Office by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2008. The work session was con- Education Standing Committee, Page 6 Gila River Indian News November 2008 Kids Voting gives youth voice in New class at Ira Hayes utilizes election computerized babies Program designed to help students make an active decision in postponing parenthood

Casa Blanca-Students from Ira H. foundly. Hayes High School are starting a The Program helps young new class, under the direction of adults explore the physical, emo- Language Arts teacher, Ms. Leigh tional, social and financial conse- Meyers. Students will begin the quences of premature parenthood. “BABY THINK IT OVER” program It is hoped that conversa- in an afterschool class. tions will be started between stu- The goal of the program is dents and their families to discuss to provide students with a simulated parenting, marriage, dating etc. parenting experience, using a These are conversations we all try “Baby Think It Over” computerized to have with our children, but often infant. The parenting simulation is we or they are too busy. The topic designed to help young adults isn’t easy to approach, or it might make an active decision to post- sound too much like lecturing. This pone parenthood by understanding program will create a perfect op- three important facts about babies: portunity for those discussions. The (1) Babies demands are unpre- program was made available thru dictable and must be met promptly, Ms. Julie Jimenez, Prevention Ad- Jewel Jones casts a Kids Voting ballot in which she participated in both the Com- (2) Babies require a great deal of ministrator, Gila River Behavior munity and National Election. (GRIN Photo - Darius Blackwater Enos) time, attention, money and (3) Ba- Health. bies change a parent’s life pro- By Darius Blackwater Enos GRIN Intern Reporter On November 4, 2008, Election Day, an to Costa Rica. While in Costa Rica they noticed dinator said, “We didn’t have enough people to segment of the community not eligible to vote a 90% voter turn out which was attributed to man the booths.” had the opportunity to participate in a mock parents taking their children to polling places. The youth council set up booths in Dis- election. In 1993, Gila River was the first tribe to tricts 1, 4, 5, 6, and 7. Although the outcome As part of a national program called include Kids Voting along with the tribal elec- has no affect on the general election it gives Kids Voting, Gila River students in Kindergarten tion. The program is largely administered by the responsibility of making critical decisions to through 12th grade were given ballots and the the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council youth and gets them started early in knowing opportunity to be apart of the democratic which usually sets up polling booths separate the election process. Current results of Kids process. Kids Voting began as part of an idea from the adult booths but in the same precinct. Voting were not available for Gila River. of three Arizona business men on a fishing trip This year Michael Preston, Youth Council Coor-

The Big Rattlesnake Hunt

Emmett S. White, D5 clip and one in the chamber then went out to look for the rattler. The This is a true story as it was rattler had since moved away from told to me. It was during the rat- the house and went under a tlesnake season and parents mesquite tree a few yards away warned their children every day to and settled down under a wooden be ever watchful and listen for the pallet. hissing and sound of the rattler’s One of his daughters tail. grabbed a flashlight and both went The Hekiu O’Otham (The out cautiously, looking for it, shin- Old People) used to say that if a rat- ning the light here and there as the tler is killed around a house, the grandpa pushed his daughter mate will always come looking for ahead of him. They heard the rat- it. The Kekiu O’Otham also said tler under the pallet and as they they could actually talk to a rat- shined the light on it they could see tlesnake to make it go away from an eye glaring back at them. The the house without harming it. They old man aimed his pistol and fired, say you have to tell it four times to a loud shot rang out but the rattler “leave and go back from where you merely moved to the other side of came from and don’t come back the tree and was coiled at the base. and if you don’t go away after the They went around the tree fourth warning then I will have to kill and grandpa aimed again and fired you”. Nine times out of ten it would two more rounds. There was a turn around and go away. cloud of dust and amid all this the Well, a rattler was killed a rattler lunged at them. They both few days earlier in the front yard of turned around and were tripping this house and sure enough a rat- over each other in their haste to get tler came looking for its mate. It was away. The daughter stepped on late in the evening and it was heard grandpa’s thong and it come off as and seen in the carport under the she shoved him out of the way and automobile and everyone was he was seen hopping away on one afraid it would come into the house. foot. The daughter was way ahead The grandpa who lived of him. grandpa told his daughter to go get The thought of the rattler still out there with his children and grand- They stopped a few yards his thong but she absolutely re- there was vivid in their minds as children was told about it so he away and shined the flashlight back fused to go after it. They decided to they drifted off to dream- slipped into his thongs, grabbed his in the direction they ran from and look for the thong in the morning land. .45 cal. pistol, put 8 rounds in the could not see anything. The and went inside and went to bed. November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 7 GRIC DOT makes strides in improving streets Chip Sealing proves to be an efficient way to the longevity of local roads

By Mihio Manus GRIN Managing Editor

By implementing chip seal projects throughout the Commu- nity, the Gila River Indian Commu- nity Department of Transportation (GRIC DOT) is taking road maintenance into their hands while providing a cost effective solution to repairing roads. According to Jimmy Garcia, Maintenance Supervisor for GRIC DOT, the department has chip sealed four roads in the Sacaton area. In early October, the department chip sealed Church Street, Cholla Street, Main Street, and Pima Street. “Over the last, going on nine years, we’ve been trying to get into a process of doing maintenance on the roads out here. The BIA (had) funded roads to get built but there was never enough funding for the maintenance of the GRIC DOT maintenance crews spread a layer of chips down over a fresh oil in a chip seal project which aimed to roads, “ Garcia said. “Roads need improved the surface condition of the Church Street. (GRIN Photo - Mihio Manus) to be cared for. They need condi- tioning like everything else. Now pending on what you’re doing like just crumble because they’re not the Community as a hiring freeze that our department is in full this chip seal job.” rejuvenated with oil. A lot of other had been implemented previous to progress here, we are taking over For the uninitiated, chip roads are in the same condition the FY 09 budget being approved that responsibility.” sealing is a less expensive but reli- and we’re trying to catch up to see by Community Council. GRIC DOT was established able option in saving roads. It basi- if we can save some of these Garcia was getting ready to by a Community Council resolution cally reinforces surface of the roads.” bring more staff aboard when the in ’97 which formed the organiza- road. First, a layer of oil is The cost to chip seal is al- hiring freeze went into effect. He tion of the department. From that sprayed atop the pre-existing as- most half what it would cost to had just lost five of his staff and point on the Community Council phalt road. A layer of chips, similar repave which, in the end, saves was supposed to get an additional has funded GRIC DOT to maintain to gravel, is then spread evenly the Community a tremendous six operators and six road mainte- roads that the BIA can’t. over the freshly oiled road. It’s amount of money. “We’re probably nance workers. In 2001, through the utiliza- beneficial in that the oil and chips doing it for almost one-quarter of “We have projects and I tion of a 638 contract, GRIC DOT keep water, weather and the hot the cost because of the equipment can’t just stop,” he said. “I have to was able to contract out the Bu- sun from destroying the sub grade and the manpower we have,” Tor- keep going. Then they put the reau of Indian Affairs’ (BIA) road of the road. res said. “Otherwise, we’d be giv- freeze on us. It killed me.” department and take over all the However by initiating these BIA and tribal roads within Com- projects, GRIC DOT has provided munity boundary. jobs to tribal members and given Public Law 93-638, the In- them an opportunity to gain skilled dian Self-Determination and Edu- expertise in the field. Crewmem- cation Assistance Act of 1975, has bers are trained to operate equip- given tribes the ability to take con- ment and given hands-on trol of BIA-administered programs instruction, so that they’re able to through what has become known do the same type of jobs that they as ‘638’ contracting. Criteria ac- would be doing outside of the cording to P.L. 93-638 offers tribes Community. the opportunity to contract all pro- “Because, within the de- grams within the BIA. The goal is partment, we are training them and to give tribes control over BIA pro- allowing them to get on equipment. grams such as housing, education Some have picked it up within a and transportation. year and they’re out there doing When the Community con- the same kind of job that they Crew members pay special attention to certain areas, making sure the would be doing on the outside,” tracted the BIA roads department chips are spread evenly and thoroughly. (GRIN Photo - Mihio Manus) through the 638 contract, GRIC Torres said. “If these guys left DOT was given a yearly allocation, here they could probably get on at between $200,000-$300,000, of Garcia said that under- ing it out to outside consultants any other paving company be- maintenance funds to maintain the neath the asphalt lies an A/B, rock, and contractors.” cause they know it and they have roads throughout the entire Com- sand and dirt mixture. When water According to Torres, be- the experience,” munity. Although this amount gets underneath the asphalt, pot- cause the BIA doesn’t currently Beyond chip sealing proj- might seem rather large, when it holes are formed. “We’re trying to have staff for road maintenance, ects, GRIC DOT has done plenty comes to road maintenance, it’s a prevent any further deterioration of jobs like these would ultimately be of other jobs throughout the Com- not a whole lot. the road,” Garcia said. “That’s contracted out to outside sources. munity like paving parking lots and Costs can be upward of what the chip seal is about. Because of Indian Preference poli- repaving roads. According to Tor- $1M a mile to pave a road with as- Throughout the Community you’ll cies, the bid would first go to a Na- res, the list of projects is extensive phalt, including curbs, gutters and see a lot of bad roads, but we’re tive American contractor. If one and everyday the department is striping. Douglas Torres, Director out there fixing a lot of roads.” could not be found, the bid would out performing road maintenance. of GRIC DOT said, “When people Regarding the Sacaton then go an outside source. Currently, GRIC DOT is concen- talk about $1M a mile, that is a re- area roads, Torres said, “We’re Staffing concerns are not trating on two major projects in the ality. But in other cases, it could doing these four roads that would exclusive to one department or west end, paving Carver Road and be down to $250,000 per mile de- have otherwise been deteriorating. agency, they have extended far a penetration chip seal job on Co- If we let these roads go they would across many departments within op Road. Page 8 Gila River Indian News November 2008

direction of Executive Chef Kai solidifies status as “Best In the Valley” Michael O’Dowd and Chef de Cui- sine Jack Strong, along with Con- Restaurant receives top honors from AAA, Zagat and Open Table sulting Chef and James Beard Award-winner Janos Wilder, Kai has coined its own “Native Ameri- can Cuisine with Global Accents” and has won the hearts of Resort guests, local foodies and even the toughest food critics. “Kai provides a one-of-a- kind experience, both culinary and service oriented, that no one else in the world can offer,” said Execu- tive Chef, Michael O’Dowd. “Our locally grown cuisine and philan- thropic purpose combined with our unparalleled service in an unpre- tentious atmosphere is the recipe for Kai’s success.” Kai is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Reserva- tions are strongly encouraged and the dress code discourages denim and prohibits shorts and hats. For reservations call 602-385-5726. For additional resort information, visit www.wildhorsepassresort.com or call 602-225-0100. The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, located on the Wild Horse Pass-Don’t take our Most recently, Kai was Phoenix Magazine and is lauded in Gila River Indian Community, is a word for it; Kai at the Sheraton again awarded the only 2009 AAA the Arizona Republic as “Best total destination resort showcasing Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa is Five Diamond Award in Patio Dining” and “worth it” in this the heritage, culture, art and leg- the “Best Restaurant in the Valley” Phoenix/Scottsdale and also re- challenging economy. ends of the Pima and Maricopa according to multiple sources in- ceived the coveted Mobil Four Star “What’s not perfect at Kai?” Tribes. The resort offerings including the 2009 Zagat guide to Award. More than 15,000 questioned Arizona Republic food clude: 500 culturally themed top eateries nationwide, the diners OpenTable.com diners voted Kai critic, Howard Seftel in a recent ar- rooms, AAA Five Diamond Dining of OpenTable and the meticulous “Best Food,” “Best Service” and ticle. “If I had more time, maybe I’d at Kai, the 17,500 square-foot Na- inspectors of AAA. “Best Overall” restaurant in a re- think of something.” tive American Aji Spa; 36-holes of In 2008, Kai emerged as cent poll and the just released Kai, the Pima word for Troon-managed golf at Whirlwind the only AAA Five Diamond estab- 2009 Zagat guide to top eateries seed, opened in October of 2002 Golf Club; the 1,000-acre Koli lishment in Phoenix/Scottsdale nationwide named Kai “Best and was the first Native American Equestrian Center, and a boat and, with an onslaught of new ac- Restaurant in the Valley.” Local owned or themed establishment in cruise to the Wild Horse Pass colades, Kai continues to shine as food critics agree as Kai continues history to receive the coveted AAA Casino and Rawhide Western the Valley’s most notable and to top “Best Of” lists in publications Five Diamond Award and now the Theme Town. sought-after dining experience. such as the New Times and Mobile Four Star Award. Under the Council reluctant to move on Little Big Pictures By Darius Blackwater Enos Golden Globe nomination for Best GRIN Intern Reporter Actor. Since then Beach has made several visits to the Community. Sacaton-On Wed., Nov. 5 Little Big Beach made appearances to the Pictures proposal came before the Boys and Girls Clubs; the Gila Community Council as a report. Crossing School Christmas play; The report was made during and to the 20th Annual Gila River an executive session so much of Youth Conference held in Chandler. what was divulged cannot be re- A movie production com- ported but a reaction from Robin pany would be a first for Gila River Fohrenkam, Economic Develop- and possibly the entire country as ment Planner, was obtained in a far as Indian nations are con- later interview. cerned. Fohrenkam mentioned that Fohrenkam expressed that this may be another reason for re- the Council was not quiet satisfied luctance by the Community Coun- with the proposal partly due to the cil. “Remember at one point we had written report being incomplete. no experience in gaming or the re- “There is still some life in the pro- sort industry,” Fohrenkam said. posal. The major difficulty is that the When the Sheraton at Wild economy is bad,” referring to the Horse Pass Resort and Spa first U.S. economic downfall that oc- opened its doors the property was curred in mid-September. The the first Native American inspired movie industry has been affected resort in the world. It has since re- as well. ceived numerous awards including “Adam loves the commu- National Geographic Traveler’s nity.” Fohrenkam said. Beach was “Stay List” 2008. introduced to the Community Although officials were un- through his role as Ira H. Hayes in settled with the matter Fohrenkam the acclaimed Flags of our Fathers reported Beach will not count out movie. His role as the famed Pima Gila River as his primary investor WWII war hero garnered Beach a quite yet.

Page 10 Gila River Indian News November 2008 Community ‘tops off’ 9th Annual Halloween Carnival, A Huge Success! new WHP casino and The Gila River Police Department extends is appreciation to the volunteers and entities who donated their time and resources for Halloween Carnival held on the lawn of the PD. Young and old alike hotel enjoyed the music and the fun activities. The event was a huge success because of the efforts and do- nations by the following:

District 3 Service Center Tim Antone Gila River Tribal Utility Authority The Genesis Program Tribal Social Services Tribal Courts Probation Department Department of Public Works Employment and Training Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Megan Jackson Ira H. Hayes Post 84 Women’s Auxiliary Zuzette Kisto/Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo Department of Rehabilitation Services Public Defender’s Office A special thank you goes to Council representatives Rodney Jackson, Wild Horse Pass- On October 28, square-feet of meeting space and Myron Schurz, and Arzie Hogg who donated gift prizes. 2008, the Gila River Indian Com- 800 space parking garage. An ad- munity celebrated the “topping off” ditional $5.5 million in new infra- of its new Wild Horse Pass Hotel structure projects, including roads and Casino. in and around the facilities, is also “The “topping off” cele- underway and set to complete be- brates a major milestone for this fore the casino opens late 2009. project,” said Cecil Lewis, Chair- The hotel opening will follow close man of the Casino Expansion behind. Owners Team (CEOT). “We have “We are happy to invest in outgrown the current Wild Horse the community,” Dale Enos, Presi- Pass Casino and are looking for- dent of Gila River Gaming Enter- ward to prises Board evolving our of Directors product of- shares. “Wild ferings to Horse Pass better serve Hotel and our guests.” Casino will The provide 700 CEOT was new jobs to formed the area.” under a In 2007 the Tribal Coun- design bid cil resolution went to JCJ to evaluate Architects and deter- and in 2008 mine the Kitchell was best place- awarded the ment, plan- construction ning and contract for develop- this project. ment of the Tribe’s gam- The Gila ing proper- River Indian ties. It was Community 2006 when reinvests 100 the Gila percent of all River Indian net gaming G Gilaila RiverRiver HealthHealth CareCare CorporationCorporation 520520 562-5150562-5150 OOfficeffffice December FamilyFamily PPlanninglanning MobileMobile MedicalMedical UnitUnit 520520 371-0132371-0132 CellCell Community Members of Ira Hayes American Legion Post revenue into (TITLE(TITLE X FFUNDED)UNDED) 84 prepare the flags as they post the colors announced programs, SundaySundaayy MondayMondaayy TuesdayTuesday WednesdayWednesday TThursdayhursday FFridayriday SSaturdayaturday over the ‘Topping Off’ ceremony. (Photos plans to services and 1 2 3 4 5 6 courtesy of Jamie Jackson, PIO) D4 @ SSERVICEERVICE D5 @ HOUSINGHOUSING D6 CCORNERORNER OOFF NONO CLINICCLINIC NONO CLINICCLINIC move its investments CCENTERENTER OONN SSOUTHOUTH VVAH-KIAH-KI SSUNDUSTUNDUST & 88:30-2:30:30-2:30 PPMM RD TATASHQUINTHSHQUINTH DRDR flagship to benefit its 88:30-11:00:30-11:00 AAMM 99-2:00-2:00 PPMM

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foot, 10-story hotel will offer full more at www.wingilariver.com. amenities for its 242 guest rooms, 28 29 30 31 D3D3 @ BBOYSOYS & DD77 @ HHOUSINGOUSING NONO CLINICCLINIC state-of-the-art exercise facility, GGIRLSIRLS CLUBCLUB LOTLOT 99-2:00-2:00 PPMM 88:30-2:30:30-2:30 PPMM CLINICSCLINICS SUBJECTSUBJECT TOTO 20082200 8 CCHANGEHANGE WWITHOUTITHOUT 8,000-square-foot ballroom, 4,000- NNOTICEOTICE

November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 11

Congratulations Alex Yazza!!!

On November 15, 2008, Mr. Alex Yazza, Jr., Planner III with the Office of Planning and Evaluation, received his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree during the graduation commencements from the Eller College of Management, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ. Mr. Yazza’s degree emphasis is in business administration. Mr. Yazza attended and completed the University of Arizona Executive MBA Program at the U of A Scottsdale Campus during the past 14 months. Mr. Yazza also has his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree from Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. Our sincere wishes for your continued success.

Halloween brings out the ghoul in everyone.

Sacaton-Ghouls, goblins and even Colonel Departments located outside the realistic as was her co-worker, Tabitha Sanders were the Governance Center as immediate Governance Center were also Dugan’s ghoulish vampira. Finance offered Halloween brought out the inner child in old given the opportunity to have booths set up both Catwoman and a witch in LaVonne and new spirits alike. to present information and pass out good- Murphy and Martha Notah, respectively. Children from local schools around ies to the kids who passed through. Isaac Navajo and current Miss Gila River, the Community were escorted throughout Although everyone showed their Kelly Whitman also put some effort into their the Governance Center to trick or treat at spirit in some form, some offices had em- costumes with Navajo as The Phantom of the various departments. The Office of ployees who went all out and deserve a lit- the Opera and Whitman as a gothed-out Community Managers had set up a spooky tle recognition. vampira. pathway through which the kids passed be- From OP&E, both Richard Fuller’s All in all, for the last day of Octo- fore being offered the obligatory candy and Colonel Sanders and Michelle Bowman’s ber, the Governance Center was definitely a treats. Some kids were startled to tears Cleopatra were head turners. Tammie spooky place to be. while others knew that it was all in Hal- Ramiro, from the Law Office, who dressed loweeen fun. as Velma from Scooby Doo was definitely Page 12 Gila River Indian News November 2008 Tribal police earn federal enforcement authority in Indian Country

PHOENIX- More than 50 tribal po- U.S. Attorney Diane J. Hume- lice officers will complete a three- tewa said of the training program, day training course on Friday led “This training is a force multiplier, by federal prosecutors at the U.S. allowing tribal, and state police of- Attorney’s Office in Phoenix. ficers to increase the law enforce- Those who pass the U.S. Bureau ment efforts within Indian Country of Indian Affairs exam to be given communities. I am grateful to BIA on Friday will receive a special law for working with the U.S. Attor- enforcement certificate granting ney’s Office and the tribal and them federal law enforcement au- state agencies to make this such a thority in Indian Country. success.” The training was the fifth time The course includes intensive that the U.S. Bureau of Indian Af- segments on Indian Country Juris- fairs and the U.S. Attorney’s Office diction, Indian Country Crimes Hayes, Juan statues dedicated at in Arizona have teamed up to give (The Major Crimes Act), Federal the training, with approximately Court Procedure, Civil Liability, Veterans Memorial Park 200 tribal and state police officers Child Abuse and Child Abuse re- certified through the program. Offi- porting, Central Violations Bureau, cers from the Salt River Pima- Juvenile Process and Procedure, Sacaton-On Sat, Nov. 8, at Veterans Kenneth Hayes was in attendance for Memorial Park in Sacaton, two stat- the ceremony as were many veterans Maricopa Indian Community, Gila Drug and Firearm Laws and inves- ues in the likeness of Ira H. Hayes including members of the Navajo River Indian Community, Hopi tigation of gang activity, among and Mathew B. Juan were dedicated. Code Talkers. Tribe, Hualapai Nation, Pascua other areas. The brother of Ira H. Hayes, Yaqui Tribe, Colorado River In- “To provide for the efficient, dian Tribes, Ak-Chin Indian Com- effective, and cooperative law en- Above: The newly dedicated statue of Mathew B. Juan. Below: A member munity, Tohono O’odham Nation, forcement efforts in Indian Coun- of the Navajo Code Talkers stands with Ira H. Hayesʼ brother, Kenneth the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and try, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Hayes at the dedication of the statues. California, and the Kickapoo tribe the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs of Texas, all participated in this provided their best resources to in- week’s training. struct law enforcement entities ap- The Special Law Enforce- plying for federal authority issued ment Certificate Card (SLEC) card by the BIA,” said Special Agent in empowers tribal police to make ar- Charge of the Selanhongva Mc- rests on federal charges in Indian Donald. “I am grateful to the U.S. Country, including misdemeanor Attorney of Arizona for assisting and felony violations of federal the BIA in providing this valuable law. This increases the tools and training to police officers. Without protection available to officers to their assistance, we would have address areas as common as fire been placed on a waiting list. Now and dumping misdemeanor viola- with their assistance, we have tions, to investigations and arrests held five training sessions since for felonies such as drug traffick- 2007.” ing, child sex abuse and murder.

GILA RIVER POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY MANAGEMENT DATA MONTH September YEAR: 2008 PREPARED BY: Denna L. Domingo

CRIMINAL DATA CURRENT MONTH LAST MONTH % YEAR TO DATE PRIOR YEAR % ASSAULT - OFFENSES REPORT 61 601.70% 431 329 23.60% (No weapons) ARRESTS MADE 29 29Same 190 157 17.30% FORGERY - OFFENSES REPORTED 3166.60% 820 -60% Coyote from Page 1 ARRESTS MADE 10100% 14 -75% CRIMINAL - OFFENSES REPORTED 31 42-26.10% 320 363 -11.80% DAMAGE ARRESTS MADE 4 6-33.30% 43 45 -4.40% WEAPONS - OFFENSES REPORTED 11 8 27.20%56 51 8.90% ARRESTS MADE 9 1 88.80% 34 45 -24.40% grants fled the van into the desert. A conviction for Conspiracy SEXUAL - OFFENSES REPORTED 7 614.20% 36 22 38% CONDUCT ARRESTS MADE In trying to escape, two men and to Transport Illegal Aliens carries a W/CHILDREN 00Same 14-75% two women drowned in the San Tan maximum sentence of five years; D.U.I. - OFFENSES REPORTED 16 1318.70% 94 107 -12.10% ARRESTS MADE 16 1318.70% 94 107 -12.10% High Line Canal. Air support found Transporting Illegal Aliens carries a LIQUOR - OFFENSES REPORT 9108076-10% 5% a group of immigrants hiding at the maximum sentence of 10 years; LAWS ARRESTS MADE 9108896-10% -8.30% DISORDER. OFFENSES REPORT 29 1162% 135 107 20.70% Jet Engine Test Facility near the and Transporting Illegal Aliens Re- CONDUCT ARRESTS MADE 14 1028.50% 90 95 -5.20% CHILD - OFFENSES REPORTED 5 6-16.60% 54 51 5.50% San Tan Mountains. sulting in Death carries a maximum ABUSE ARRESTS MADE 01-100% 410 -60% One of the passengers in sentence of life and is a death ARPA - OFFENSES REPORTED 00Same 00 Same VIOLATIONS ARRESTS MADE 00Same 00 Same the van stated that she agreed to penalty eligible office. All three CURFEW - OFFENSES REPORTED 00Same 11372.70% ARRESTS MADE 00Same 145 64.20% pay $2000 to be smuggled to Los counts have a maximum fine of DRUG - OFFENSES REPORTED 8 9-11.10% 121 102 15.70% Angeles, California. $250,000 which may be imposed in OFFENSES ARRESTS MADE 4 5-20% 86 91 -5.40% ALL OTHER - OFFENSES REPORTED 194 193 0.51%1,779 1,230 30.80% The group and two guides addition to incarceration. Because OFFENSES ARRESTS MADE 162138 14.80%1,313 987 24.80% traveled from Altar, Mexico in a bus Moreno-Gonzalez is on pre-trial re- CRIMINAL DATA CURRENT MONTH LAST MONTH % YEAR TO DATE PRIOR YEAR % to the U.S. border. The group lease in a separate federal matter, + OR - TO DATE + OR - HOMICIDE - OFFENSES REPORT 10100% 6350% crossed the US-Mexico border on he faces an additional 10 years ARRESTS MADE 0 0 Same 2150% RAPE - OFFENSES REPORTED 3 0 100% 15 15 Same foot and continued to walk in the sentence for each count. ARRESTS MADE 0 0 Same 01-100% desert for three days until they were A detention hearing was set ASSAULT - OFFENSES REPORTED 6 14 -57% 85 114 -25.40% (Weapons) ARRESTS MADE 6 9 -33.00% 47 58 -18.90% picked up at an unknown location in for Wed. Nov. 12 in the U.S. District ROBBERY - OFFENSES REPORT 00Same 610-40.00% ARRESTS MADE 0 0 Same 22Same the desert. Court of Arizona. The investigation BURGLARY-OFFENSES REPORT 813-38.00% 73 91 -19.70% A federal grand jury in preceding the indictment was con- ARRESTS MADE 2 1 50% 810-20.00% THEFT - OFFENSES REPORTED 19 28 -32.00% 279 210 24.70% Phoenix returned a three-count in- ducted by the U.S. ICE, U.S. Bor- ARRESTS MADE 3 0 100% 12 10 17% MV THEFT-OFFENSES REPORTED 10 5 50.00% 81 163 -50% dictment on Nov. 6 against Juan der Patrol, Gila River Police ARRESTS MADE 0 0 Same 925-64% Moreno-Gonzalez, 26, a Lawful Department, Chandler Police, and TOTALS - OFFENSES REPORTED 421 419 0.47% 3,712 3,064 17.40% ARRESTS MADE 259 223 14% 2,038 1,753 13.90% Permanent Resident of Eloy, Ariz. Pinal County Sheriff. Prosecution is ARREST / DETENTION DATA CURRENT MONTH LAST MONTH % AR TO DAT PRIOR YEAR % for Conspiracy to Transport Illegal being handled by Lisa Jennis Set- + OR - + OR - Aliens, Transporting Illegal Aliens, tel, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District ADULTS - FELONY 5 1 80% 39 34 13% MISDEMEANOR 200 193 3.50% 1,631 1,318 19.10% and Transporting Illegal Aliens re- of Arizona, Phoenix. TOTAL ADULT 205 194 5.36% 1,670 1,331 20.20% JUVENILES - FELONY 0 0 Same 04-100% sulting in Death. MISDEMEANOR 54 29 46.20% 368 382 -3.60% TOTAL JUVENILE 54 29 46.20% 368 386 -4.60% November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 13

The New Lone Butte Casino Opens in Chandler Bigger, Brighter and More Exciting

Chandler, AZ – Luck has a Butte Casino. are Tuscan Olive’s specialty. Sat- ceiling vents. new home! The all-new Lone Butte Visitors to the casino are isfying pasta, pizza, and fresh cal- Casino has opened, bigger and greeted by dramatically designed zones are all on the menu at About Gila River Gaming Enter- better, with more games, great din- entryways featuring canopies with Tuscan Olive. prises, Inc. ing, and fabulous entertainment. a changing light show experience. Dick Clark’s American Including Lone Butte Lone Butte Casino unveiled its A floor-to-ceiling water feature Bandstand Express features Casino, Gila River Gaming Enter- newly constructed facility to the marks the entrance to the aptly American classics such as burg- prises, Inc. owns and operates public on November 20th with on- named Cascades Lounge. ers, dogs, and fries. three casinos within its Gila River going celebrations and promotions The Lone Butte Casino Looking for a bold, toasty, Indian Community. Gila River’s into the month of December. provides jobs to approximately 700 delicious sub sandwich? Try Wild Horse Pass Casino is lo- In its newly constructed people, and is one of the few en- Quiznos® with its made-to-order cated just off I-10 East, exit 162 at 120,000 square feet of space, terprises in the region expanding subs of uncompromising quality. Wild Horse Pass Blvd. Wild Horse Lone Butte Casino offers 850 of the number of people it employs. The Coffee Shop at Lone Butte, Pass Casino offers 875 interactive the newest and most exciting slots, Lone Butte Casino is invit- where We Proudly Brew Star- slot machines, live poker and 24 Las Vegas-style blackjack and ing everyone to come to the casino bucks® coffee is great for a blackjack, a deli and buffet. Vee Pai Gow tables, a state-of-the-art hungry. That’s because six new snack. Quiva Casino, which boasts 800 750-seat Bingo Hall, and a High restaurants are located inside. And the Cascades slots, plus live poker, blackjack, a Limit Gaming Area offering privacy The Verona Chophouse Lounge offers a comfortable, full- 500-seat Bingo Hall, and a popular and comfort. offers certified Angus beef, Italian service bar and lounge close to the deli, is located just south of I-10 Lone Butte Casino is one specialties, and a Bloody Mary bar. casino floor. Cascades Lounge is West on 51st Avenue. All three of the region’s premier entertain- The Verona Chophouse also fea- also home to a variety of entertain- casinos are open 24 hours a day, ment destinations. Owned and op- tures a Sunday brunch. ment including live music Thursday 365 days a year. Additional infor- erated by the Gila River Indian At every hour you’ll find through Sunday, 8 p.m. - midnight. mation on these and other events Community, Lone Butte Casino is good food and friendly service at Lone Butte Casino features is available by calling 1-800-946- easy to find, just off Loop 202, the Café 24/7. Café 24/7 offers a remarkable air control system 4452, or on our website at Santan Freeway at 1077 South scrumptious lunches and dinners, that provides a nearly smoke-free www.wingilariver.com. Kyrene Road. The new casino is and breakfast is served all day. environment. The system pushes one mile east of the previous Lone Italian culinary pleasures cool air from the floor up through Page 14 Gila River Indian News November 2008 IIFR brings rodeo action to Rawhide at WHP

By Mihio Manus sponsors along with the Navajo Na- GRIN Managing Editor tion. District 2 Councilman, Jewel Whitman was integral in assisting Wild Horse Pass-The International the organizers in getting the IIFR to Indian Finals Rodeo was held at be held at Rawhide. Whitman was Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass the also the shoot boss and assisted in weekend of Nov. 6-9. The all-Indian running the bucking shoots. Bitsui rodeo drew participants from seven said that D5 Councilwoman, different rodeo associations, three Brenda Robertson was very in- of which were associations out of volved in assisting with the recep- Canada. Altogether the cowboys tion, rodeo and awards banquet. competed for $152,000 dollars in Navajo Nation Vice Presi- total prize money. dent, Ben Shelly, attended the According to Edison Bitsui, event as did his Chief of Staff, Commissioner of the IIFR who or- Patrick Sandoval and District 2 Ari- ganized the production, this year’s zona Senator, Albert Hale. turnout was a definite improvement Rodeo stock for the event over last year’s when the rodeo fell was provided by both Casper Baca under significantly colder tempera- Rodeo Company from Grants, New tures. Mexico and Charlie Willie Cattle “The response that I’m get- Company from the Navajo Nation. ting is that it was good and the at- “I think the rodeo stock is pretty tendance definitely improved from good,” Bitsui said. “I didn’t hear any last year,” Bitsui said. “There is still complaints from contestants.” a little room to grow. We might be The rodeo ended on Sun, able to market better in the metro Nov. 9, with an awards banquet Phoenix area. Overall the whole held at Rawhide where 14 trophy production was very good and the saddles worth $1350 dollars each IIFR board of directors was pleased and 14 trophy buckles each worth with the production.” $400 dollars were given to the cow- The Gila River Indian Com- boys who took the top position in munity was one of the host title their events.

Below (top to bottom): Straight out the shoots, a bullrider catches a wild ride. During the grand entry, a Northern traditional dancer leads in one of the seven all-Indian associations that participated in the IIFR. Top right: A Jr. bullrider holds on as the bull heʼs riding tries to send him to the dirt during the Thursday evening performance. (GRIN Photo-Mihio Manus) November 2008 Gila River Indian News Page 15 Passage of The Native American Heritage Day Bill

Friday After Thanksgiving Will Be Designated as Day of Tribute

WASHINGTON, DC – Oc- can Heritage Day with appropriate American Heritage Day in all of can Heritage Day tober 18, 2008 – The National In- programs, ceremonies and activi- your communities as a way to cre- •Encourages the people of dian Gaming Association ties. The Resolution was intro- ate stronger public awareness and the United States, as well as fed- acknowledges the passing into law duced by Congressman Joe Baca understanding of Indian country, eral, state and local governments of H. J. Res. 62, which designates (D-CA) and Senator Daniel Inouye our culture, traditions, language and interested groups and organi- the Friday after Thanksgiving as (D-HI) who helped move the Reso- and the strength, honor and patri- zations, to observe such day with Native American Heritage Day lution through the Senate. otism, of our people.” appropriate programs, ceremonies 2008. NIGA Chairman Ernie Chairman Stevens praised and activities, including activities The Native American Her- Stevens, Jr. said, “This is a great Congressman Baca and Senator related to: itage Day 2008 Bill, which is sup- moment for Indian country. Sign- Inouye who were instrumental in •The historical status of Na- ported by the National Indian ing this bill into law officially recog- the passage of this act in the 110th tive American tribal governments Gaming Association, National Con- nizes, remembers and formally Congress. He also commended as well as the present day status gress of American Indians, (NCAI) celebrates the history, achieve- the efforts of NCAI and President of Native Americans; and Indian tribes across the coun- ments and certainly the major con- Joe Garcia for joining NIGA in this •Native American cultures, try, encourages the people of the tributions to the American effort. traditions and languages; and United States, as well as the fed- democracy by Native America. The Native American Her- •The rich Native American eral, state and local governments “This law encourages the itage Day Act 2008 cultural legacy and interested groups and organi- United States to honor Native •Designates Friday, No- Presidents, George H.W. zations to observe Native Ameri- America by celebrating Native vember 28, 2008, as Native Ameri- Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush signed proclamations desig- nating the month of November as Native American Heritage Month in previous years. Passage and sign- ing H.J. Res. 62, establishes into Ak-Chin Indian Community Invites you law for the year 2008 an official day of remembrance and recogni- to attend the tion of Native Americans. NIGA Executive Director Mark Van Norman said, “Native Americans have been seeking a day of recognition since 1912. This day honors the original Native Americans, their strengths wisdom and fight for freedom, and it recog- nizes the continued vitality and beauty of the Native American cultures.”

About the National Indian Gam- 1st Annual Ak-Chin Masik Tash ing Association (NIGA) The National Indian Gam- “A time to share and celebrate our Him-Dak” ing Association is a nonprofit trade association comprised of 184 American Indian Nations and other nonvoting associate member. The December 19, 2008 mission of NIGA is to advance the lives of Indian people – economi- Ak-Chin Pageant cally, socially and politically. NIGA operates as a clearinghouse and educational legislative and public policy resources for tribes, policy- makers and the public on Indian December 20, 2008 gaming issues and tribal community development. For more infor- Parade mation, visit www.indiangaming.org. Men’s Basketball Tournament (For more information call: 520-568-1753) Gila River Horse Shoe Tournament Indian News Jackpot Team Roping Gila River Indian News does Toka Games not charge a subscription rate. However, for a fee of Traditional Dancers $18.00 per year to offset postage costs, you can be Food Booths added to the distribution list Game Booths to receive publications on a monthly basis. Information Booths Cash payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office located in the Governance Center at 525 West Gu-U-Ki Road, Sacaton, Arizona. Please submit your Cashier’s Everyone Welcome receipt to the GRIN office located in the Executive wing of the Governance Center. For more information call: (520) 568-1038 This is a Drug and Alcohol Free Event For more information call: (520)562-9715 Upcoming Events beneﬁ ting the Sacaton and Komatke Branches: — November 8th Bids 4 Kids — November 14th Golf Tournament www.ClubZona.org