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JANUARY 2, 2015 WWW.GILARIVER.ORG/NEWS VOL. 18, NO. 01 Change Service Requested Change Service Sacaton, AZ 85147 P.O. 459 Box River IndianGila News GRICUA Opens Energy Efficient Building By Christopher Lomahquahu Gila River Indian News Gila River Indian Community Utility Authority opened its new home, offering a glimpse of the future while respecting the past. Before a gathering of elders, tribal representatives and other dignitar- ies, the GRICUA board of directors and Stephen Roe Lewis, governor- elect, cut the ribbon on the new PRESORTED Permit No. 25 STANDARD U.S. Postage GRICUA administration building Sacaton, AZ on Dec. 18. PAID As you take a step into the 7,610 square-foot administration building, you will notice the inte- rior lined with works of art made from Community artists. Many of the examples are new building and what it represents photographs from around the Com- for the Community. munity, paintings and traditional- “It is representative of the di- contemporary wear contributed by rection the Community is going,” Gila River artists. said Lewis. The artwork is just half of the “The overarching goal is sus- Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN features that make the new building tainability, I have to recognize the Guests participate in a circle dance at the grand opening of the new GRICUA administration building board, they made the cognitive ef- unique. From the start of construc- Dec. 18. GRICUA will seek LEED certification on the new facility for its highly energy efficient design. tion to completion, an effort was fort to build in a sustainable man- implemented to make the building material as possible,” he said. vide 40 percent of the buildings Within the New Year, ner,” said Lewis. more energy effecient. Many of the fixtures and utili- power throughout the day.” GRICUA expects the building to Chairman Lewis also dis- The GRICUA finance director ties installed use less energy such These features are among the be LEED certified, requiring them cussed the stong connection be- Arnold Mejia talked about the im- as the lights, faucets and toilets, several others that have been incor- to submit an application to the U.S. tween the Community’s past and portance of the building being low which use less water by incorporat- porated into the building for LEED Green Building Council. the opportunities for future growth. energy. “The building process itself ing motion sensors. certification. The goal according to John Lewis, GRICUA Chair- It is an extraordinary feat was carefully planned to maximize Mejia said the building “fea- Mejia is to receive a Gold or Silver man of the Board of Directors, and recover as much recyclable tures solar panels, which will pro- certification. spoke about the importance of the Continued on Page 5 H.O.P.E. Group Officially Recognized for Contributions to Community

GR-296-14 is a resolu- is open to anyone willing to vol- chair, talked about their pur- tion officially recognizing the unteer. pose in the Community, saying, group Helping O’odham Pro- With the assistance of the “H.O.P.E.’s goal is to provide a mote Equality or “HOPE” for Office of General Counsel, a safe and accepting place for any their contributions within the draft of the group’s by-laws individuals having difficulty GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bi, and and a resolution were created. while trying to accept them- Transgender) population of Gila Before the Dec. 17 Community selves and their sexuality.” River. Council meeting a final draft of “We are very proud to come Gov. Mendoza presented the resolution was presented and as far as we have. Basically the a proclamation declaring Dec. approved by Council. group came up as a need, to be 17 “HOPE Day,” signifying the Before the signing of the out there and be seen,” said Aus- Community’s commitment to documents, Gov. Mendoza tin. supporting equality. commended H.O.P.E. saying, “a The group feels confident The proclamation sets aside group that has worked tirelessly they will be able to achieve

Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN a day to recognize H.O.P.E. for to support those individuals who greater relevancy in the Com- Members of H.O.P.E. (Helping O’otham Pursue Equality) stand with Gov. their work in the Community. have come to the crossroads of munity. According to Austin, Gregory Mendoza after he signs a proclamation Dec. 22 to make the H.O.P.E. is a grass roots or- [their] being.” “the resolution and proclama- group a Community-backed organization. L to R: Vanessa Loose, Trudy ganization that has been in exis- He said, “When a person tion let us know exactly how Jackson, Gov. Gregory Mendoza, Iann Austin, and Kay Kisto. tence for three years, made up of recognizes and accepts himself much we mean to the Gila River By Christopher Lomahquahu equality. Gila River Governor Greg- volunteer members. or herself for who they are, there Indian Community.” Gila River Indian News ory Mendoza, before an audience of The group is composed of should be the same recognition An historical occasion took attendees, signed a resolution titled an executive planning commit- and acceptance by their com- place within the Governance Center GR-296-14 and proclamation into af- tee with a chair, co-chair, and munity.” marking the Community’s stance on fect on Dec. 22. other supporting members, but Iann Austin, the group’s

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Ira Hayes families to propose to Community Council to rename Memorial Airfield

To Whom It May Concern: We would like to bring forth a consensus of the family of the late Ira Hayes to memorialize in his honor by using his name to revitalize the Memorial Airfield. Over the past 30 years there has been no sign of any existence of the Memorial Airfield in which no compensation has ever been received by any of the landowners. Thus, many landowners have since passed away over the past decades and have been left with no financial income for their families. Today we have not seen any sign of lease payments as our ancestors once did. The landowners have decided to take this opportunity along with Skyrunner Properties to again, revitalize the Memorial Airfield to generate revenue not only for the Memorial Airfield landowners but also for the Gila River Indian Community. Skyrunner Properties have proposed an excellent business opportunity that will utilize the existing airfield that has been sitting idle for decades. Over the decades, we have seen economic Governor growth surround the airfield with businesses capitalizing and generating revenue while the landowners sit landlocked with no means of a Stephen Roe Lewis way to utilize this prime area for sustainability for our children and children’s children. This is a great and innovative opportunity for Sky- Lt. Governor runner Properties to partner with the Memorial Airfield landowners, the Gila River Indian Community as well as for future generations as Monica Antone we move forward into the 21st century. Please find the signatures below the kin of the late Ira H. Hayes families who agree to this proposal by proposing to change the original Community Council Representatives name of Memorial Airfield to Ira H. Hayes Memorial Air. District #1 Kenneth Hayes (Brother) Gloria Johnson (Niece) Melvin Whittaker (First Cousin) Sylvia Enos (Niece) Kevin Whittaker (Nephew) Augus- Arzie Hogg tine Enos (Nephew) Sheri Whittaker-Bodmer (Niece) Elvira Enos (First Cousin) Dana Whittaker-Anselmo (Niece) Leatrice Davis (First Joey Whitman Cousin) Lorna Davis (Niece) Wayne Allison (Grand Nephew) Yvonne Davis (Great Niece) Wayne Allison (Great Nephew) Douglas Juan District #2 (Nephew) Audrey Juan (Niece) Carol Schurz Sincerely, The late Ira H. Hayes Families District #3 Carolyn Williams Rodney Jackson District #4 Jennifer Allison Christopher Mendoza Angelia Allison District #5 Robert Stone Franklin Pablo, Sr. Janice Stewart Brian E. Davis, Sr. District #6 Albert Pablo Anthony Villareal, Sr. Sandra Nasewytewa District #7 Devin Redbird

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Gila River Indian News Roberto A. Jackson [email protected] CPAO Acting Director (520) 562-9719 Mikhail Sundust [email protected] Acting Managing Editor (520) 562-9717 Christopher Lomahquahu Dear Parents and Community Members: [email protected] It has been a privilege to work with your students at Ira H. Hayes School. Many public schools struggle to continue to offer extra curriculum Community Newsperson activities: Art Program, Student Council, Journalism, STEM Club, Science Club, and Agriculture Club due to more educational budget cuts. (520) 562-9718 Therefore, I enjoy taking the time to educate parents and community members about how the Arizona School Tax Credits can impact a school Gina Goodman like Ira H. Hayes School. [email protected] Your donation can seriously change the overall academic environment in our school campus. As community members we can dictate the GRIN Secretary II outcome of extracurricular programs in your local public school. The programs mentioned above represent a unique culture within our school. (520) 562-9715 We invite parents and community member to tour our school. Walking into Ira H. Hayes High School is like seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time. The experience is unforgettable. Ira H. Hayes High School is like a museum except all the arts and crafts are hand made by our high Write to: school students. It takes great leadership to sponsor the Art Program and Mr. Hobson (Art Teacher) has changed the lives of many students by Editor, GRIN allowing them to express themselves through Art. P.O. Box 459 Sacaton, AZ 85147 We have other upcoming clubs for this spring semester led by Mr. Van Druff (Agriculture) Mrs. Liddell (Science Club), Mr. Buman (STEM), Published letters or columns do not neces- and Mr. Smith (Journalism). Furthermore, the Student Council has become a key ingredient in the month of December. This council has 4 sarily reflect the opinion of the members and they are determined to represent the student body and have an active voice in the school and local communities. Parents and Editor or Gila River Indian Community. Community Members, I truly be- lieve that when a group of people LETTERS POLICY: GRIN welcomes letters and columns from readers. Let- come together and share the same ters should be limited to 200 words and vision and mission, nothing is be in good taste. Material that could be impossible. libelous or slanderous is not acceptable. Sincerely, All letters or columns should be signed Crispin J. Zamudio with the writer’s true name, address and telephone number in the event GRIN Superintendent may need to contact the writer. Only the name of the writer will be printed in *If you have already made the paper. Letters or columns without your 2014 Arizona School Tax a complete signature, name, address or Credit donation, please accept my phone number will not be acceptable to GRIN for publication. GRIN reserves personal thanks. If you have it on the right to edit submitted materials for your “to do” list, please remem- grammar, spelling and content. ber checks must be postmarked Gila River Indian Community by December 31st. P.O. Box 459 Sacaton, AZ 85147 CORRECTIONS (520)562-9715 www.gilariver.org/index.php/news The GRIN encourages Material published in the Gila River Indian comments and suggestions News may not be reproduced in any form without consent from the Gila River Indian about content that warrants Community correction or clarifica- tion. To report an error call (520)562-9719 or email [email protected] Page 4 Culture & History January 2, 2015

2015 Department of Environmental Quality Winter Bird Count A’AGA Started in 1998, the Winter Bird Count is an annual event sponsored by the GRIC Depart- Something to be told ment of Environmental Quality in partnership with the HuHugam Heritage Center. The By Billy Allen event promotes cultural, educational and environmental awareness within the Community and gives participants a chance to observe birds in an undisturbed, natural setting. This S-keg Vechij A’aidag (Happy New Year). For most Akimel special event will take place on Saturday, February 7th (please see flyer for additional O’otham January is Auppa I’ivakithak Masad (Cottonwood information) and features local and wintering bird species that call the Community home. Blooming Month) while our southern cousins, the Tohono Knowledgeable members of the Audubon Society accompany participants and DEQ staff O’odham call it Gakimdag Masad (Animals Lose Their Fat Month). Different strokes for different O’otham folks and many to provide expert information on species and bird behavior. During the 2013 Bird Count, of us will join in the American tradition of New Year’s resolu- a total of 20,422 birds comprised of 77 species were counted at 5 sites across the Com- tions. There will probably be a lot of us vowing to get healthier, munity. to run or walk more. The Winter Bird Count brings together the Community to share and celebrate our cultural The Heard Museum recently opened an exhibit, “Beauti- relationship with birds in our homeland. At the conclusion of field activities, participants ful Games,” (open until November 2015) featuring 150 works are invited to the HuHuGam Heritage Center to experience enriching bird songs, dances, and artifacts showing Native contributions to the sporting world. When the exhibit opened, Royce Manuel demonstrated and stories shared by knowledgeable cultural leaders of the Community. The Winter Bird an O’odham craft which was used for both sport and war: the Count continues to be a rewarding experience for all who participate. making of bows and arrows. Arcina Conde demonstrated an O’odham women’s game still played today: to:ka. Billy Mills was For additional information, please contact the GRIC Department of Environmental Qual- also present at the showing of “Running Brave”, which depicts ity at (520) 562-2234. his win in the 10,000 meter race at the 1964 Olympics. Some of our creation stories have running and races as key elements. The Pima Indians mentions racing tracks near ruins in Southern Arizona; ancient tracks were also found opposite Sacaton Flats and Casa Blanca. Relay races were popular events with villages challenging each other. Back then being a fast run- ner was a way for a young boy to gain prestige and power as he grew into manhood. Each village liked to boast they had the best runners. Runners toed the line, listened for the O’odham word, “to wai!” and the race was on. On GRIC, there are a couple of competitive runners—no longer boys—racing into their sixties! Gary Johnson of Good- year Village (Valin Thak) was a Chandler High School distance runner in the mid-1960’s. After graduation he ran for Phoenix College, but a draft notice took him to the Army for two years. After the service, Mr. Johnson went to work as a standing forklift operator for Bashas’. Years of pounding took a toll on his knees, and arthritis forced Mr. Johnson to take pain medication. Later, Mr. Johnson began helping the to:ka team in Santan and started jogging after practice. Jogging was good medicine— his knees felt better. Today a twenty mile training run does not scare him or his knees. In 2005, with the help of the Wellness Center, he entered his first P.F. Chang’s marathon. On January 18, 2015, he will toe the line for his 11th marathon in this series. Erwin Thomas of Casa Blanca (Vah Ki) began his running career at in the late 1960’s. A 1986 Gila River Indian News article lists Mr. Thomas as the 6 mile winner for the 30 age group. His competitive spirit has not dimin- ished— he’s now a force in the 60+ age group. Mr. Thomas estimates he has run in over 24 marathons (26.1 miles), and 35 half-marathons (13.1miles). In a calendar year, he usually runs the Fiesta Bowl, Shiprock, and Page marathons. He has not missed the Tohono O’odham half-marathon and is currently gearing up for that race in mid-January. In last year’s Mul-Chu- Tha’s 13.1 mile race, he was only 5 minutes behind a 3 person team winning the relay division! Mr. Thomas has run races of all lengths—from the 3 mile, forty times, to a 50K (31 miles) which he ran twice! So, which district--- 4 (Johnson) or 5 (Thomas) has the best runner? Those of you who attend the races and go home with a brand new T-shirt can tell you that these two are good friends who’ve shared many a mile together. What a great way to run into a New Year.

2015 Mul-Chu-Tha Fair and Rodeo JOB OPPORTUNITIES • Laborers, $ 10.00 per hour • Parking Attendants, $ 9.00 per hour • Ticket Sellers, $11.00 per hour • Ticket Takers, $ 9.00 per hour Applications for all jobs may require a background check. Applications will be available beginning Monday January 5, 2015 and can be picked up at the following locations: • Tribal Recreation & Wellness Center Offices • www.mul-chu-tha.com • Sacaton Fairgrounds Applications MUST be turned in no later than Friday February 6, 2015 and must be turned in at the Tribal Recreation Office or Sacaton Fair Grounds. Drop boxes are available at both locations for drop off. Offices are open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fair- grounds are open Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please contact Amber Childs at 520.562.6176 or Merlena Calabaza at 520.562.6024 for more information or email [email protected] January 2, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 5 GRICUA Grand Opening

Lt. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis (center) and GRICUA board members (L to R) Pamela Thompson, John Lewis, Neil Banketewa, Belinda Nelson and Althea Walker (off camera) cut the ribbon on the new GRICUA facility Dec. 18.

From Page 1 “I think it was very important for us to build our building that is representative of looking back at the past 30 years, originat- our past,” said Lewis. ing from the Community’s idea to establish Lt. Gov. Lewis was impressed by the a utility authority that would serve its mem- details of the building, “how we bring our bers. creativity out and combine that with the Lenny Gold, the GRICUA general technology we need to run and to provide manager, reminisced to when their first important energy needs for our Community customer was the Gila River Casinos. The as we grow.” start came from a contract of self-determi- He affirmed the Community’s position nation with the San Carlos Irrigation Proj- to be a leader in renewable energy, referring ect (SCIP) establishing their own entity and to the buildings use of solar energy. their own line crew. “Hopefully this will be the model for “We’ve grown to the point now that which we build all the rest of our building’s our crews operate and maintain all of the within the Community that they are built electric facilities in the Community that are in a sustainable way,” said Lt. Gov. Lewis, owned and operated by SCIP in addition to advocating for the use of greener technolo- our own,” said Gold. gies. Many of the accomplishments were Gold in closing said, “This building is accredited to the past board of directors and a testament to the strength and will of the general managers for their contributions staff at GRICUA. It is a bridge to the past, throughout the history of GRICUA. present and future.” Page 6 Gila River Indian News January 2, 2015 January 2, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 7 Page 8 January 2, 2015 Community Council Action Sheets Wednesday Dec. 03, 2014

ACTION SHEET motioned to forward to Community Council with recommendation 17. Resolution Approving And Adopting The Gila River Indian Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; of approval) Community Multimodal Pedestrian Safety Study (NRSC forwards Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 Presenter: Chief Thomas Knapp to Council with recommendation for approval) CALL TO ORDER APPROVED Presenter: Michael Lomakema The First Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Council 4. A Resolution Rescinding GR-130-09, Which Approved A Fifty APPROVED held Wednesday December 3, 2014, in the Community Council (50) Year Homesite Assignment Agreement For June Pablo, And 18. A Resolution Approving The Strategic Plan For The Huhugam Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona was Approving A Fifty Year Homesite Assignment Agreement For Heritage Center (CRSC forwards to Council with recommenda- called to order by presiding Chairman Lieutenant Governor Telesphore Pablo III, Located In District Two Of The Gila River tion for approval; NRSC concurs) Stephen R. Lewis at 9:17pm. Indian Reservation And Designated As Drawing No. 30214-0789 Presenter: Linda Morgan INVOCATION (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) THIS ITEM WAS TABLED Provided by Councilwoman Carol Schurz Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez ORDINANCES ROLL CALL APPROVED 1. The Gila River Indian Community Hereby Amends The 2009 Sign-in Sheet Circulated 5. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Res- Gila River Indian Community Code By Amending Title 20, Chap- Executive Officers Present: idential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 1833 Located On Allotted ter 2, Homesite (LSC forwards to Council with recommended Lt. Governor Stephen R. Lewis Trust Land In District Two Of The Gila River Indian Reservation revisions) Executive Officers Absent: (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenters: Planning & Zoning, Land Use Planning & Zoning and Governor Gregory Mendoza Presenter: Pamela Pasqual Legislative Standing Committee Council Members Present: APPROVED APPROVED D1- Joey Whitman, Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; D3- Carolyn 6. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Res- UNFINISHED BUSINESS Williams, Rodney Jackson; D4- Monica Antone, Jennifer Allison, idential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 316 Located On Allotted *1. Ira H. Hayes – Non Renewal Current Status (ESC forwards to Christopher Mendoza, Angelia Allison (9:45am); D5-Janice F. Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian Reservation Council) Stewart, Robert Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6-Albert Pablo, (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenter: Crispin Zamudio Sandra Nasewytewa, D7- Devin Redbird Presenter: Pamela Pasqual THIS ITEM WAS TABLED Council Members Absent: APPROVED 2. Super Bowl Distribution Plan (G&MSC motioned to forward to D5-Brian Davis, Sr.; D6- Anthony Villareal, Sr. 7. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Res- Community Council and to reaffirm option 3 further the Commu- APPROVAL OF A GENDA idential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3385 Located On Allotted nity Council will be excluded from participating in the drawing) APPROVED AS AMENDED Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian Reservation Presenters: Zuzette Kisto and D. Ann Manuel SWEARING-IN CEREMONY FOR NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) [LT. GOVERNOR LEWIS CALLED FOR A ONE HOUR BREAK MEMBER Presenter: Pamela Pasqual TO GO INTO CAUCUS WITH THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL. 1. Angelia Allison, District 4 Representative Presenter: Chief APPROVED THE MEETING RECONVENED AT 1:44PM] Judge Anthony Hill 8. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR TWO TICKETS PER WIN- (15 minute reception to follow) Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3621 Located On NER, NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT, GUEST AGE PREFER- PRESENTATION/INTRODUCTIONS Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian ENCE IS ADULTS, MEMBERSHIP PREFERENCE IS TRIBAL 1. Introduction of Tiffany Apkaw, CCSO Administrative Assistant Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for MEMBER ONLY; IN REGARDS TO THE URBAN MEMBER Presenter: Shannon White approval) PORTION, WILL BE ENROLLED GRIC MEMBERS THROUGH- COUNCIL SECRETARY SHANNON WHITE INTRODUCED MS. Presenter: Pamela Pasqual OUT THE STATE OF ARIZONA TIFFANY APKAW TO THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL AS THE APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND #1 TO DIRECT GRGE BOARD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE LEGISLATIVE STAND- 9. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Res- OF DIRECTORS TO SELECT ONE BOARD ING COMMITTEE AND EDUCATION STANDING COMMITTEE. idential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3621 Located On Allotted MEMBER TO HOST THE SUPER BOWL GAME AND PROVIDE COUNCIL MEMBERS AND LT. GOVERNOR WELCOMED HER Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian Reservation THE COUNCIL WITH THE SELECTED PERSON’S NAME; #2 TO CCSO. (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) TO DIRECT THE GRGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO PROVIDE 2. City of Eloy Presenter: Pamela Pasqual THE NUMBER OF TICKETS ARE Presenter: Cheryl Pablo APPROVED AVAILABLE IN THE GRGE SUITE AT THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MS. CHERYL PABLO INTRODUCED COUNCILMAN MICAH 10. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year MEETING ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2014 POWELL WHO PROVIDED HIS GRATITUDE AND THANKS Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 4795 Located On NEW BUSINESS FROM THE CITY OF ELOY FOR THE CONTINUED SUPPORT Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian *1. Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc. –Modified Bylaws FROM GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY. Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community Council to recom- REPORTS approval) mend amendments of the bylaw only for the travel credit cards.) 1. Update On The Florence Copper Project Presenter: Pamela Pasqual Presenter: Board Of Directors Presenter: Tana Fitzpatrick APPROVED APPROVED REPORT HEARD 11. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year 2. First Things First 0-5 Needs and Assets Report – 2. Four Rivers Indian Legal Services Semi-Annual Status Report Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 946 Located On Request for Approval (HSSC motioned to forward to Presenter: Fred Pinsky Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian Community Council; ESC concurs) REPORT HEARD Reservation NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for Presenter: Cathy Brown 3. Pending Federal Litigation approval) THIS ITEM WAS TABLED Presenter: Linda Sauer Presenter: Pamela Pasqual 3. Ira H. Hayes High School SY 2014- 2015 Written Plan (ESC REPORT HEARD (10:32) APPROVED forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) THIS MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER 12. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year ITEM WAS TABLED EXECUTIVE SESSION Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 951-A Located On Presenter: Crispin Zamudio 4. Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc.- Monthly Report October Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian 4. Declare 1 Vacancy-Council Seat for the Natural Resources 2014 (Executive Session) Reservation NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for Standing Committee Presenters: Janice Ponziani, Kenneth Manuel and Board Of approval) Presenters: Community Council Directors Presenter: Pamela Pasqual MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DECLARE THE VACANCY REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION APPROVED AND APPOINT AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING 5. Gila River Gaming Commission-General Report For The 13. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year 5. Declare 1 Vacancy-Council Seat for the Cultural Resources Month Of October 2014 (Executive Session) Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3061 Located On Community Council Standing Committee Presenters: Community Presenters: Gaming Commission and Courtney Moyah Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian Council REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DECLARE THE VACANCY MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT approval) AND APPOINT AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING EXECUTIVE SESSION Presenter: Pamela Pasqual [ADDENDUM] RESOLUTIONS APPROVED 6. Community Council Christmas Gathering *1. A Resolution Approving The Adoption Of Bylaws Of The Gila 14. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Presenter: Shannon White River Farms Board of Directors (G&MSC motioned to forward to Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 1338 Located On MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ALLOW THE COUNCIL Community Council with recommendation of approval; with the Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian SECRETARY’S STAFF TO UTILIZE THE PUBLIC RELATIONS noted recommendations) Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for LINE ITEM Presenter: June Shorthair approval) MINUTES APPROVED Presenter: Pamela Pasqual 1. August 20, 2014 (Regular) 2. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving A APPROVED THIS ITEM WAS TABLED Memorandum Of Understanding With The Regional 15. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year ANNOUNCEMENTS Information Sharing Systems To Permit The Gila Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3795 Located On >COUNCILMAN HOGG STATED THAT THERE WILL BE AND River Indian Community Police Department To Allotted Trust Land In District Six Of The Gila River Indian ESC MEETING ON 12/8/14 AT 9AM Participate In And Share Criminal Intelligence Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for >COUNCILWOMAN ALLISON STATED THAT THERE IS AN LSC Through The Use Of The Tribal RISS7 Database To approval) Presenter: MEETING TOMORROW AT 1PM Be Administered By The Regional Information Pamela Pasqual >COUNCILWOMAN SCHURZ STATED THAT D2 WILL BE Sharing Systems And The Rocky Mountain APPROVED HOSTING THE WATER RIGHTS DAY BEGINNING AND 9AM Information Network (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community 16. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year ON 12/10/14 Council with recommendation of approval) Residential/Homesite Lease On Allotment 4006 Located On ADJOURNMENT Presenter: Chief Kathleen Kirkham Allotted Trust Land In District Seven Of The Gila River Indian MEETING ADJOURNED AT 2:05pm APPROVED Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) 3. A Resolution Authorizing The Gila River Fire Department To approval) Submit A Grant Application To The Department of Presenter: Pamela Pasqual Homeland Security Assistance To Fire Fighters Grant (G&MSC APPROVED January 2, 2015 Page 9 Community Council Action Sheets Wednesday Dec. 17, 2014

ACTION SHEET 6. St. Peters Indian Mission School 2nd quarter report SY 3. Appointment to Natural Resources Standing Committee 1 Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; 2013-2014 Council Seat Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 Presenter: Sister Martha COUNCILWOMAN ANGELIA ALLISON APPOINTED CALL TO ORDER REPORT HEARD 4. Appointment to Cultural Resources Standing Committee 1 The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community 7. St. Peters Indian Mission School 3rd quarter report SY Council Seat Council held Wednesday December 17, 2014, in the Com- 2013-2014 COUNCILWOMAN ANGELIA ALLISON APPOINTED munity Council Chambers at the Governance Center in Presenter: Sister Martha NEW BUSINESS Sacaton, Arizona was called to order by presiding Chairman REPORT HEARD *1. First Things First 0-5 Needs and Assets Report – Re- Governor Gregory Mendoza at 9:14 a.m. 8. St. Peters Indian Mission School Annual Report SY 2013- quest for Approval (HSSC motioned to forward to Commu- INVOCATION 2014 nity Council for approval; ESC concurs) Provided by Timothy Terry after a Traditional Blessing for Presenter: Sister Martha Presenter: Cathy Brown Governor Mendoza REPORT HEARD THIS ITEM WAS TABLED ROLL CALL MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT *2. Ira H. Hayes High School SY 2014- 2015 Written Plan Sign-In Sheet Circulated REPORTS #5 THROUGH #8 AND SUSPEND (ESC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Executive Officers Present: THE RULES AND HEAR NEW BUSINESS #5 Presenter: Crispin Zamudio Governor Gregory Mendoza [ADDENDUM] APPROVED Lt. Governor Stephen R. Lewis NEW BUSINESS 3. Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community – Request Council Members Present: 5. St Peters Indian Mission School Written Play SY 2014- For Homesite/Residential Market Study (G&MSC motioned D1- Joey Whitman, Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; D3- Caro- 2015 (ESC motions to forward to council for approval under to forward to Community Council with recommendation of lyn Williams (9:17am), Rodney Jackson (2:40pm); D4- Mon- New Business) approval to include the cover letter) ica Antone, Jennifer Allison, Christopher Mendoza, Angelia Presenter: Sister Martha Presenter: Office of General Counsel Allison; D5- Brian Davis, Sr., Janice F. Stewart, Robert MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE APPROVED Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6- Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert 9. REDW - FY 2014 Lone Butte Development Corporation 4. Lease Compliance-Sacaton Retail Building (G&MSC mo- Pablo, Sandra Nasewytewa; D7- Devin Redbird (10;11am) Audit Report tioned to forward to Community Council with recommenda- APPROVAL OF AGENDA Presenter: Corrine Wilson tion of approval of the $9,372.80 and to direct the Treasurer APPROVED AS AMENDED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT to proceed in settling the matter and as well as providing a PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS [GOVERNOR MENDOZA CALLED FOR A 90-MINUTE corrective letter as part of the discussion, EDSC concurs) 1. Introduction of The Caring House Administrator LUNCH BREAK. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT Presenter: Elizabeth Antone Presenter: Fernanda Reams 2:40PM] MOTION MADE AND SECOND APPROVAL OF FERNANDA REAMS INTRODUCED THE NEW CARING RESOLUTIONS THE $9,372.80 AND TO DIRECT THE HOUSE ADMINISTRATOR MR. CHRISTOPHER DA *1. A Resolution Approving The Strategic Plan for the TREASURER TO PROCEED IN SETTLING THE 2. St. Peter Indian Mission Students Huhugam Heritage Center (CRSC forwards to Council with MATTER AND TO PROVIDE A CORRECTIVE ST. PETER INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL JR. HIGH BOYS recommendation for approval, NRSC concurs) LETTER SANG A BLESSING SONG FOR GOVERNOR MENDOZA. Presenter: Linda Morgan 5. St Peters Indian Mission School Written Play SY 2014- THE JR. HIGH BOYS, JR. HIGH GIRLS AND THE 5TH APPROVED 2015 (ESC motions to forward to council for approval under GRADE OF ST. PETER MISSION SCHOOL SANG SOME 2. Resolution Recognizing The Helping O’odham New Business) CHRISTMAS SONGS AND ALSO SANG A BLESSING Pursue Equality Organization In The GRIC & Presenter: Sister Martha SONG FOR GOVERNOR MENDOZA. Approving H.O.P.E Bylaws (LSC forwards to THIS ITEM WAS HEARD UNDER REPORTS 3. Christmas Message Community Council with recommended revisions) 6. Closure Plan For Santan Industrial Park and Blackwater Presenter: Rev. Aaron Johns Presenter: Iann Austin Industrial Park (EDSC motions to forward to Community REVEREND AARON JOHNS GAVE THE CHRISTMAS APPROVED Council with recommendation for approval) MESSAGE 3. A Resolution Approving An Agreement Between The Gila Presenter: John Roberts GOVERNOR MENDOZA EXPRESSED HIS THANKS TO River Indian Community, Certain Allottees, The U.S. Depart- THIS ITEM TABLED THE IRA HAYES AMERICAN LEGION POST #84, TIMO- ment Of Interior, Bureau Of Indian Affairs And El Paso Natu- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER THY TERRY, ST. PETER INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL AND ral Gas Company, L.L.C, To Grant An Easement To El Paso EXECUTIVE SESSION REV. AARON JOHNS Natural Gas Company L.L.C. For A 20 Year Term (G&MSC 7. Pangea License (G&MSC motions to forward to Commu- 4. Farewell Address motioned to forward to Community Council with recommen- nity Council with recommendation for discussion) Presenter: Governor Gregory Mendoza dation of approval, ESC, NRSC, EDSC concur) Presenter: Treasurer Robert Keller GOVERNOR MENDOZA GAVE HIS FAREWELL ADDRESS Presenter: Ronald R. Rosier MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT (15 minute reception to follow) APPROVED EXECUTIVE SESSION [LT. GOVERNOR CALLED FOR A BREAK FOR A BRIEF 4. A Resolution Authorizing and Approving A MOTION MADE AND SECONDV DECLARING RECEPTION. MEETING RECONVENED AT 11:23 AM] Guarantee Of Borrower Obligations Relating To A THAT PANGEA VENTURE DEVELOPMENT, REPORTS Loan In The Principal Amount Of One Million Five LLC AND PANGEA DEVELOPMENT CO., LLC 1. Gila River Indian Community Utility Authority Report FY Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500.000.00) From AND THEIR MEMBERS, OWNERS, AND 2014- 4thQuarter (July 1, 2014 – September 30, 2014) Pima Leasing & Financing Corporation To Sun MANAGERS OR ANY CURRENT OR Presenters: John Lewis and Lenny Gold Valley Marina Development Corporation (G&MSC motioned FUTURE ESTABLISHED BUSINESS ENTITY REPORT HEARD to forward to Community Council with recommendation of INVOLVING THEIR MEMBERS, OWNERS, AND 2. Executive Summary Of The Safety Report approval, EDSC concurs) MANAGERS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO DO Pertaining To The El Paso Natural Gas/Kinder Presenter: Ronald R. Rosier BUSINESS WITHIN THE GILA RIVER INDIAN Morgan Natural Gas Pipeline System Situated On APPROVED RESERVATION; AND ALSO DIRECTING THAT The Gila River Indian Community 5. A Resolutions Authorizing And Approving The Child Wel- THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY AND Presenters: Ronald R. Rosier, Robbie Robinson and fare Initiative Agreement Between Casey Family Programs ITS DEPARTMENTS, AUTHORITIES, Chad Linse And The Gila River Indian Community Tribal Social Services AGENCIES AND COMMERCIAL ENTITIES ARE REPORT HEARD Department (HSSC motioned to forward to Community NOT TO DO BUSINESS WITH PANGEA 3. VHM – Update School Closure Council with recommendation of approval) VENTURE DEVELOPMENT, LLC AND PANGEA Presenters: Kim Franklin and Board & Students Presenter: Deannah Neswood-Gishey DEVELOPMENT CO., LLC AND THEIR REPORT HEARD THIS ITEM WAS TABLED MEMBERS, OWNERS, AND MANAGERS OR MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO SUSPEND THE RULES ORDINANCES ANY CURRENT OR FUTURE ESTABLISHED TO HEAR ITEM #2 UNDER UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The Gila River Indian Community Council Hereby Re- BUSINESS ENTITY INVOLVING THEIR [ADDENDUM] scinds Ordinance GR-04-09 And Enacts The Community MEMBERS, OWNERS, AND MANAGERS UNFINISHED BUSINESS Water Ordinance To Be Codified At Title 15, Chapters 7 & 8, MINUTES 2. VHM Request for Extension Of The Gila River Indian Community Code (LSC motioned 1. August 20, 2014 (Regular) Presenters: Kim Franklin to forward to Community Council with recommendation of THIS ITEM TABLED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DIRECT THE ADMIN- approval, NRSC concurs) ANNOUNCEMENTS ISTRATION AND COUNCIL TO ADVOCATE FOR THE Presenters: Office of the General >COUNCILMAN ARZIE HOGG STATED THAT MR. ZAMU- CHARTER SCHOOLS FOR A ONE YEAR EXTENSION TO APPROVED DIO WANTED TO THANK THE COUNCIL FOR INCLUDING BETTER PLAN FOR GILA RIVER STUDENTS FUTURE AS UNFINISHED BUSINESS THEM ON THAT MOTION FOR THE EXTENSION. SOON AS POSSIBLE; INCLUDING IRA HAYES AND VHM *1. Ira H. Hayes – Non Renewal Current Status (ESC for- ADJOURNMENT 4. Johnson O’Malley Program Quarter 1 Report SY 2014- wards to Community Council) MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:10pm 2015 Presenter: Crispin Zamudio * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) Presenter: Marissa Sanderson THIS ITEM WAS TABLED THIS ITEM WAS TABLED 2. VHM Request for Extension (ESC forwards to Community 5. St. Peters Indian Mission School 1st quarter report SY Council for discussion) 2013-2014 Presenter: Kim Franklin Presenter: Sister Martha THIS ITEM WAS HEARD UNDER REPORTS REPORT HEARD [ADDENDUM] Page 10 Announcements & Notices January 2, 2015

Casa Blanca Community School UMA Elects New Leadership First Semester Awards and Recognition Congratulations!

Perfect Attendance Armondo Osife Vince Cook Reyna Isais Angelina Donahue Maleena Lopez Erika Bandin Kaiden Acuna Mila Acuna Cyndi Lopez Maudicia Osife Cruz Morales

Good Attendance Brandon Donahue Kaylee Notah Andre Humeyumptewa Augustin Medina Damari Makil Raven Luna Neva Jackson Laina Osife Reyanna Makil Neveah Morgan Gregorio Pedro Yoslyn Notah Eric Fuldwilder Messiah Perez Gavin Morgan Sylvia Burnett-Norris Flaviano Guzman Isaiah Perez Eleanor Lynch Jerome Niedo Journey Morgan Kenneth Jose Elliana Justin Analysa Morgan

Math Achievement Eleanor Lynch Armando Osife Jovvonn Morris Ana Briza Armenta Yasmin Marin Cody Antone Photo Courtesy of UMA Jerome Niedo Cheyenne Pedro Angelina Donahue Newly elected leaders of the Urban Members Association met actor/entrepreneur . Amaia Copperfield Amaira Miguel Dora Escalante L to R: Willetta Felder, Corrina Pino, Denise Cupis, Floyd Johnson, Adam Beach, Roland Blackwater Neva Jackson Joshua Setoyant Julia Tsosie and Della Pena. Not pictured: Candace Johnson, Dan Sneed and Ray James. Andre Humeyumptewa Maudicia Osife Nathaniel Garcia Hayden Thomas Leonard McIntosh Jayne Webb-Holguin Submitted by Willetta Felder land Blackwater, Sgt-Arms; Floyd cial media, smartphones apps and Emily Marrietta Lily Ramon Reyna Isais President of the Johnson, advisory member; Ray internet technologies, the UMA Gabriella Kisto Adarius Miguel Cruz Morales Urban Members Association James, advisory member; Corrina numbers have increased exponen- Shaine Burke Dominck Franco Marissa Rodriguez Pino, advisory member; and Della tially. Chair Felder, estimates that Jayme Webb-Holguin Jaylon Cooper Constance Moreno My fellow tribal members, George Montes Jaylen Lewis Bryce Alpus Pena, advisory member. by 2016 UMA membership could the Urban Members Association Eric Fulwilder Christina Bustos Caesar Juan (UMA) would like to take this op- Chair Felder, says our first reach over 4,700 of the reported Exzavier Johns Joseph Lewis Cyndi Lopez portunity to communicate to you order of business is to inform the 8,000 off-reservation members Trant Jackson Joanna Eschief D’Only Michael our mission and vision. The UMA urban members and community who are of tribal voting age. My Penunuri Raquel Manuel Steyvi Navarrette was established by resolution GR- members of how the UMA intends That’s very significant when Anna Lima Henecee Lewis Darlenea White 84-99 more than 15 years ago. The to solve the issues at hand. Article compared to the recent election Sari Stone Joseph Velasco Jayden Pablo Jaydon Smith Kaylee Luna Dan Whitson resolution was intended to create XV, section 1 (a) (15) of the Con- vote count, which was under 2,000 Angel Osife Tavaris Wright Jerome Setoyant a liaison between the Gila River stitution and Bylaws of the Com- members,” says Chairwoman munity directs the UMA to orga- Felder. “It will be very interesting Peyton Yazzie Salray Miranda Donovan Williams Indian Community and the tribal Jeremy Karp Koda Manuel Alexzonder Setoyant nize and effectively meet the needs to see how these new members members that reside off-reserva- Jaden Jackson Dexton Pratt Estefani Flores tion. The Community Council un- of the enrolled tribal members re- weigh in through absentee ballots Nathan Thompson Isaac Allison Shane Jose derstood the importance of keeping siding off of the Gila River Indian in upcoming issues within our trib- Syndel Preston Natalie Garcia Damen James all members informed of issues in Community. al government. Nathan Garcia Kayne Nish Erika Bandin health, education, enrollment and “It saddens me when I hear We have taken a proactive Anna Bell Setoyant Sadie Villa Elijah Ortiz tribal government. The Commu- negative comments from those stance on creating our own 501(c) Jacob Gutierrez Diego Acuna nity Council empowered the UMA uninformed to our constitutional (3) non-profit organization to help with the responsibility of organiz- responsibilities to the urban mem- support our members and mini- Reading Achievement ing and managing the association bers. The UMA is not an organiza- mize our budget needs on the Com- through its executive directors and tion that wants to be viewed as not munity. We look forward to work- Eleanor Lynch Deena Miller Reyna Isais advisory committee. having purpose and vision. ing with leadership to build a better Ariyahna Jones Syndel Preston Cruz Morales Jerome Niedo Maudicia Osife Constance Moreno Today, the new Urban Mem- There is a large number of ur- relationship and bridging the gap Cheyenne Pedro Brandon Donahue Zacarius Burke bers Association has a new chair- ban members that work within the between on-reservation and off- Community. reservation members.” Neva Jackson Dominick Franco Caesar Juan person, directors and advisory Reyanna Makil James Hayes Raven Luna When the UMA first started On behalf of the Urban Mem- committee members: Willetta Trant Jackson Kariann Howard D’Only Michael Felder, chairperson; Candace John- 15 years ago, growing our mem- bers Association, thank you. Jovan Garcia Daemen Anderson Yasenia Norris son, co-chair; Denise Cupis, trea- bership was a challenge; the Chairwoman Willetta Felder Azul Nelson Joseph Lewis Haven Pablo surer; Dan Sneed, secretary; Ro- UMA membership was around Joshua Setoyant Darrell Brooks III Royal Allen 20 headcount. Now, through so- Evon Rivers Raquel Manuel Secret Rivers Leonard McIntosh Joanna Eschief Nicolas Garcia Lloyd Brown Joseph Velasco Darlenea White Triana Peters Allen Lewis Elliana Lewis Dylan Charles Tavaris Wright Dan Whitson Reyna Miguel Henecee Lewis Raven Luna Dawayne Laws Koda Manuel Donovan Williams Amaia Copperfield Kaylee Luna Journey Morgan Alyshia Banketewa Isaac Allison Marissa Rodriguez Emily Marrietta Salray Miranda Yesenia Norris Destiny Jackson Kayne Nish Tyra Brown Shaine Burke Julia Tsosie Hannah Preston Damien Niedo Mia Miranda Alyssa Sullivan Exzavier Johns Angelina Donahue Jerome Setoyant Laina Osife Maleena Lopez Estefani Flores Mya Penunuri Sadie Villa Shane Jose Eric Fulwilder Diego Acuna Kenneth Jose Sari Stone Jayne Webb-Holguin Seyvi Navarrette Kaleb White Cody Antone Claudia Lyons Nathan Thompson Natalie Garcia Mykenzie Osife Jaden Jackson Dora Escalante

Public Notice The Department of Housing Development is attempting to contact the following Community members: D3 – Kristy Lyons Please contact the Department of Housing Development at (520) 562-1863. January 2, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 11 Gila River Health Care Respecting People & Culture Members of the Gila River Indian Community: May the New Year Bring You and Your Family Kindness, Peace, Happiness and Good Health. Sincerely, Your Friends at Gila River Health Care Retirement Announcements Jan Corinne Karmen Enos Justin Booth

Licensed Practical Nurse Community Health Representative Director Public Health Nursing Department Public Health Nursing Department Family Planning/HIV Program Years of service at GRHC: 35 Years of service at GRHC: 31 Years of service at GRHC: 29

Thank you for providing GRHC patients with many years of compassionate and dedicated service.

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