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MAY 1, 2015 WWW.GILARIVER.ORG/NEWS VOL. 18, NO. 09 Change Service Requested Change Service Sacaton, AZ 85147 P.O. 459 Box River IndianGila News Sacaton Bridge Rebuilt and Reopened By Christopher Lomahquahu Gila River Indian News Crossing the Gila River just got a bit safer for commuters traveling in and out of Sacaton to the north. For the Community, rebuilding the Sacaton Bridge was an im- pressive undertaking that involved multiple agencies. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis and Lt Gov. Monica L. Antone greeted Community members and project representatives to cut PRESORTED Permit No. 25 STANDARD U.S. Postage the ribbon on the new bridge April 16. Sacaton, AZ GRICDOT determined the old bridge, PAID built in 1964, was in need of replacement. It has endured times when the Gila River was flowing at it highest, and the time in 1992 when the Gila River flooded over. Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN Steven Johnson, a Senior Civil En- Tribal leaders and Community elders met with GRICDOT, FHWA and construction workers to The Strategic Highway Re- gineer at GRICDOT, said, “We set out to cut the ribbon on the new Sacaton bridge, which opened April 16. search Program 2 grant gave make the bridge a lot safer according to fed- over the bridge. GRICDOT set a goal to the doors for funding specific to building of $500,000 for the Community’s eral standards.” complete the bridge within six months. the new bridge.” implementation of the ABCT and an addi- Designers incorporated broader shoul- Construction of the bridge was made She accredited the quick turnaround to tional $2.2 million from the federal Tribal ders and a pedestrian walkway into the de- possible through a combination of two a new construction method called Acceler- Bridge Replacement Program. sign of the bridge. grants awarded from the Federal Highway ated Bridge Construction Technique, where No other tribe in the U.S. has built a Gov. Lewis said, “[This] bridge adds Administration. sections of the bridge are built on site. Out bridge using the ABCT standard, making an extra security and safety net for Com- Karla Petty, the Arizona Division Ad- of the six months the bridge was under con- this a unique opportunity for the Communi- munity members walking across” ministrator of the FHWA said, “We are struction, Sacaton road was closed for only ty to work with the federal government on The pace of construction was quick ac- pleased and privileged to have worked with five days, when sections of the bridge were road improvement projects. cording to project coordinators, to accom- the Community. The partnership opened slid together piece by piece. modate the high flow of traffic that travels GRIC/Honeywell Crime Victim Services Raises Awareness about Sex Crimes in Indian Country Partnership By Christopher Lomahquahu situation [they] are in, when sexual assault. In her youth, Gila River Indian News they go to the hospital to get she recalled, a couple of close Victims of sexual checked,” he said. “There needs encounters with strangers with assault may feel powerless to be more awareness about ulterior motives. With the help of and voiceless, but one tribal sexual assault crimes, because a few good Samaritans, she was department is giving them an it affects everyone not just the able to seek safety and get away opportunity to speak up. individual.” from a potentially dangerous Crime Victim Services held Claude Jackson, the situation. If it wasn’t for the a Sexual Assault Gathering on director of Defense Services concern of these bystanders, the April 18 at the District 2 Hashan Office, praised the audience for situation could have been a lot Kehk Multipurpose Building being at the gathering. different. to raise awareness about one “[This] is something we Her message was clear that of Indian Country’s most need to get the word out about,” women can do something to underreported crimes. he said. “This is something that prevent it from happening, and One of the overarching victims don’t have to go alone. that is to talk about it. questions about sexual assault The Community stands behind In her previous position as a that departments like CVS are them. There are support systems District 4 Coordinator, Lt. Gov. trying to address is, “What that can help them.” Monica L. Antone saw firsthand Mikhail Sundust/GRIN can we do to help victims District 2 Councilwoman the impacts of sexual violence Honeywell manager John Hertz points to the tail of a Boeing 737 at the San Tan report crimes and how can the Carol Schurz shared a candid on Community members. Aerospace Testing Facility. Hertz visited Sacaton Elementary School April 16 to testimony of the dangers interest young students in career opportunities in engineering. Community as a whole speak Continued on Page 5 out about it?” Events like this of almost being a victim of By Annie Gutierrez dience a brief understanding of what are part of the initiative to end Gila River Indian News they do at the San Tan facility. crimes that threaten the safety of In December, Honeywell Inc. The Honeywell San Tan Aero- Community members. donated $10,000 and a set of new ro- space Test facility, tucked on the north Various speakers from law bots to the Sacaton Middle School’s side of the San Tan Mountains on the enforcement, the Community’s after school robotics program. Since Gila River Indian Reservation, was judicial system and tribal then, Honeywell engineers have vol- opened in 1961 and specializes in cre- leadership spoke about the need unteered at the school, assisting staff ating and testing aerospace products. for education about sex crimes. and students to build and construct the Honeywell’s Aerospace Division, the Gila River Police Officer robots. largest manufacturer of aircraft en- Manuel Duarte has experience Last week, John Hertz, manager gines and avionics, is headquartered working on domestic violence of the Honeywell San Tan Aerospace in Phoenix, Ariz. and sexual assault cases in the Testing Facility, presented at Sacaton Hertz has been with the San Tan Community. Elementary School’s monthly family Testing Facility for over 33 years as a “I am with the victims meeting on April 16. Hertz gave an manager and mechanic specialist. He sometimes an hour to two is also on the Aviation Advisory Coun- Christopher Lomahquahu/CPAO open invitation for families to tour hours after the crime has been Crime Victim Services staff assist attendee with registration at the 165-acre facility and gave the au- committed. It is a very tragic the Sexual Assault Gathering April 18. Continued on Page 6

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Children in the Blackwater community are enjoying a special opportunity to learn O’otham vocabulary by listening to the voices of local elders. Governor Randall Stone, Gwen Paul and Tillie Pratt Stephen Roe Lewis have volunteered as translators and narrators of books that are being created for a preschool class Lt. Governor at Blackwater Community School. Monica L. Antone At a family literacy event Stone stated, “It’s Community Council our responsibility as elders to be sure that our Representatives children are taught the customs and language of District #1 our people, so they can keep our ways alive. Arzie Hogg Just as my grandfather taught me, it’s my Joey Whitman time to share the teachings that preserve our way District #2 of life.” Carol Schurz The native speakers are translating and nar- District #3 rating 25 books each year. Stone has also au- Carolyn Williams thored some of the books, including the titles Rodney Jackson Gila River is Our Home and Farmer’s Tools. District #4 A parent in the program expressed gratitude Jennifer Allison for the opportunity these books have created. Christopher Mendoza “By listening to these recordings and read- Angelia Allison ing the books, we’re learning parts of our heri- District #5 tage that are important.” Robert Stone Through this generous offering of time and Franklin Pablo, Sr. Janice Stewart knowledge, Blackwater children can develop an Brian E. Davis, Sr. appreciation for their rich District #6 Albert Pablo heritage. Anthony Villareal, Sr. For Mr. Sandra Nasewytewa Stone, it is District #7 one man’s way Devin Redbird to honor his elders while Robert Keller, Tribal Treasurer connecting the Shannon White, past and fu- Community Council Secretary ture. Gila River Indian News Randall Stone. Photo courtesy Roberto A. Jackson of Unite for Literacy. 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We look forward to the next Committee on Indian Affairs today on steps of the legislative process.” a voice vote passed S.152, the Keep The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Promise Act of 2015, which would pre- Community President Delbert Ray, Sr. also vent Arizona’s Indian tribes from opening released a statement on the bill’s commit- casinos on land newly put into trust until tee passage. after the expiration of the state’s voter-ap- “The Salt River Community applauds proved gaming compacts in 2027. The Act, the leadership of the U.S. Senate Commit- which will keep the promise agreed to in tee on Indian Affairs, and Senators John 2002 by tribes and hundreds of thousands McCain and Jeff Flake in approving S. of Arizona voters, will prevent the opening 152, the Keep the Promise Act of 2015,” of the Tohono O’odham Nation’s Glendale said President Ray. “Enactment of this bill casino, currently under construction in the will reaffirm the gaming policy approved middle of a neighborhood near homes, by Arizona voters in 2002, that there will schools and houses of worship. be no additional casinos in the Phoe- The bill, sponsored by U.S. Sens. John nix metropolitan area. We commend the McCain and Jeff Flake and supported by bi-partisan leadership of the Arizona Con- most of the Arizona Congressional dele- gressional delegation in working towards gation, next moves to a floor vote in the swift passage of the Act.” U.S. Senate, likely to be scheduled in the “The Community stands united with near future. In late March 2015, similar the Governor of Arizona, the Attorney legislation sponsored by Rep. Trent Franks General, many city leaders in the Phoenix was passed by the U.S. House Natural Re- area, and tribal leaders throughout the state, sources Committee. Both S.152 and H.R. in confirming that voters never intended to 308 are in position to be voted on by the have “casino reservations” created by a full U.S. House and Senate. tribe in the middle of a city, more than 100 Gila River Indian Community Gov. miles away from its reservation,” said Ray. Stephen Roe Lewis hailed today’s vote by “Additionally, this legislation is con- the committee. “Members of the United sistent with the state’s position that princi- States Senate sent a strong message of sup- ples of fraud and misrepresentation nullify port for not allowing one tribe to break the any contention that the Tohono O’odham promise of balanced tribal gaming agreed Nation may create a new casino reservation to by all Arizona tribes and the state’s vot- in the middle of Glendale, at a site across ers,” said Gov. Lewis. “Today’s vote in the street from a public high school.” the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Without passage of the Keep The creates additional momentum for the Keep Promise Act, the Tohono O’odham Nation The Promise Act as it moves toward a final potentially could open not only a Glendale passage by Congress. casino, but three more casinos on county “The Gila River Indian Communi- islands around Maricopa County. Such ty very much appreciates the leadership openings could pave the way to the Ari- shown on this issue by Senators John Mc- zona Legislature allowing off-reservation Cain and Jeff Flake and Representatives casinos, causing an explosion of tribal and Trent Franks, Paul Gosar, Ann Kirkpatrick non-tribal gaming statewide.

to taste the kwavul. I regret I did not go for a taste. We tasting i:vak. also remember a couple of decades ago when some of our In late May or early June it was time for chu’i or Tohono O’odham relatives came to visit just after we had pinole. Wheat or pilkañ is not native to our area, but when made a fresh batch of kwavul. One of the cousins made it was introduced by the Spaniards, it quickly became a A’AGA himself a little too much at home with the amount he put staple. Because of this new food, May got a new name, Something to be told away! Lately it seems the time to harvest kwavul comes Pilkañ Baithag Mashath or wheat harvest month. earlier. Has climate change come to our desert? Ka:k oks toasted wheat seeds on a komal (comal). By Billy Allen I remember my ka:k oks – the wife of my grand- When the seeds cooled, they were ground into powdery May – the original name was Kai Cu:klig Mashath – mother’s brother — taking us kids out to gather wild foods. flour using a hand-powered grinder anchored to the table. the seeds inside the saguaro are turning black. So, now’s She would tell us the names of the plants in O’otham and Turning the handle was my job. The flour or chu’i was not a good time to plan on savoring saguaro fruit. But our Milga:n (American/English). mixed with water and depending on taste, salt or chili was desert can still give us a taste of our heritage. Ka:k oks would take us to pick hannam. Using tongs, added. Again, I did not care for it, but the kekel really en- Wolf berries or kwavul ripen in early spring. When she picked the buds from the cactus. Back home she made joyed this filling drink. In the early days wheat was used the bright scarlet berries are visibly plump, it is time to a small fire and carefully burned off the spines from the as money. A full two pound lard can was worth ten cents, pick. I’m remembering the spring of 1976. I worked buds. She cooked some and placed the rest out in full sun- according to Stephen Jones of Salt River. in Sacaton, lived in Tempe. One day while driving back shine to dry to store for later use. I was not fond of the I treasure a photo of that va:to and fire pit where my home on I-10, I saw a car parked to the side. When I taste, but the kekel (elders) savored it. ka:k oks spent hours preparing food. Even during the heat passed, and saw O’otham women off to the side. I backed Another food we gathered was onk i:vak or spinach. of the summer afternoon, she would make a fire, sit beside up to see if it was car trouble. I walked over, and a lady We would go north towards the river, below the bank, but the fire and make tortillas for evening supper. Generations dressed in the “old style”— monjel (scarf), ipud (dress), not in the river bed. She taught us to lift the plant from before prepared the same foods our rich desert has to offer. with a long sleeve kamis (shirt), sturdy su:sk (shoes) and the root so the entire plant would come up. We filled big Some of this information comes from the book By holding an old lard pail—glanced towards me. I spotted paper bags and were surprised, a little disappointed, to see the Prophet of the Earth by L. S. M. Curtin, published in her daughters and realized they were picking kwavul. The how much it shrunk when it was cooked. I liked this salty 1949. Copyright 1949 by Willard Hougland. old lady shook my hand and invited me to come over later GRIC Family Raising Awareness about “Cri Du Chat” Syndrome By Christopher Lomahquahu to see that he lives a normal life. cat-like cry in children. set for someone with his disability. There, families with a member Gila River Indian News Michelle said, “We took care of The family said, to their knowl- The family hopes to contin- with the syndrome come together to him like our older children. There edge, Nisto is the only member ue raising awareness about Cri Du share stories and listen to medical The Martinez family is a fam- wasn’t much of a change in how from the Community and TON with Chat. Every year in May, Michelle’s experts and caregivers talk about ily like any other. They have three [he] was raised,” despite living with the syndrome. They said at first it co-workers at GRIC’s Crime Victim how they are addressing Cri Du daughters and three sons. The the syndrome. was difficult to accommodate his Services collect mismatched socks Chat. youngest, Nisto, is 10-years-old Cri Du Chat (“cat’s cry,” also condition. Nisto has gone through in the “Stripy Sock” campaign. The Michelle and Dennis would and is in the 4th grade at Toltec El- known as 5p- Syndrome) is a rare a couple of surgeries in his life to stripped socks represent a pair of like to get support to attend this ementary School in Eloy, where the genetic syndrome that affects one improve his health. Anthony said, chromosomes, one being shorter year’s event from the Community, Martinez family lives. His father out of every 20,000 to 50,000 new- “We feel we were lucky, because he than the other to represent the dele- because the more they learn about Dennis, a member of the Tohono borns. It is caused by the deletion of doesn’t have severe disabilities.” tion of the fifth chromosome. their son’s syndrome, the more they O’odham Nation, and mother Mi- a portion of the fifth chromosome Both parents said, “Nisto is like This year, the Martinez family can give him a greater chance at a chelle, a Gila River Indian Commu- during the early stages of develop- any other kid.” At his school, there hopes to travel to the 2015 5p- Soci- successful life. nity member, are happy to see him ment. It affects the body by delay- is an exceptional level of support ety Annual Conference in Indianap- Michelle said, “We hope that grow up and attend school. ing the development of muscles, staff and services that help Nis- olis, Ind. in July to learn more about the Community can be able to hear Nisto was diagnosed with Cri restricting the person’s mobility and to in his education. Michelle said what they can do to give their son about Cri Du Chat, so that they can Du Chat at birth and since then his requiring them to use a wheel chair. he is doing well in school and has a better quality of life and to raise provide services that can help some- family has taken it upon themselves It is characterized by a high-pitched, reached the educational standards awareness about the syndrome. one like Nisto.” May 1, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 5 Here are some regular updates on the on-going issues pertaining to by GRIN STAFF Community Updates the Gila River Indian Community. Honeywell Crime Victim Services From Page 1 world – right here on this reserva- plane is in-flight, engineers have to From Page 1 tion.” make sure nothing will go into the cil at Chandler-Gilbert Community The 40 billion dollar corpora- aircraft when the engine fails. She said, “We need to the Office on Violence Against College. CGCC has programs that tion is best known for their home Aerospace is one of the com- take care of our Community Women of the U.S. Department focus on airplane maintenance, en- thermostats, but the company also pany’s main focuses. Honeywell members that are suffering from of Justice. As a recipient of the gineering and power plant mainte- designs and manufactures products invented the auxiliary power units the threat of sexual assault. Our grant, CVS plans to introduce nance. Hertz says that CGCC has ranging from protective equipment (APU) that provide electrical air heart and souls go out to each more events like this to the one of the “best programs in the and natural gas engines to other power to an aircraft for starting and every one of the victims Community. The goal is to bring state” for aviation engineering. aviation products that are used on the main engines, air conditioning, that seek the Community’s families together, but rather Hertz said that although col- nearly every airplane today. lighting and more. services.” than focusing on the negative lege enrollment has tripled in the They build control systems, A Honeywell APU system One of Antone’s aspects of sexual abuse, CVS last ten years, there is still going to turbo chargers, turbine engines, played a big role in a 2009 emer- recommendations was to have wants to educate them about be a shortage of aviation skilled la- military equipment and other me- gency plane landing on the Hudson tribes across the nation start what they can do to report these borers in the Valley. chanical systems. Hertz’s employ- River. U.S. Airways flight 1549 talking about doing something crimes. “Businesses are struggling to ees test and build equipment to lost power to both engines after to lower the rate of sex crimes. The Gila River Indian find qualified people to hire,” he make sure that their products are multiple birds struck the aircraft The Gila River Indian Community is one of six said. Because of the lease between approved by the FAA before they over New York. Honeywell’s APU Community Council recently organizations across the U.S., Gila River and Honeywell, the go to market. system was able to give backup issued a proclamation that aims and the only tribe, that was company has a hiring preference For example, when engineers electrical power for Captain Ches- to draw attention about sexual awarded this grant. for Gila River Community mem- test the safety of jet engines, they ley Sullenberger to land the plane assault and officially recognizes According to CVS bers that are qualified and have an shield the motors in a soft pa- safely on the river. April as Sexual Assault Coordinator Robin Begay, the education in aviation. per-thin aluminum ring and per- “Basically every airplane you Awareness Month. department has other plans to “We are looking for some of form various tests to prove the get on has a Honeywell product on It recognizes that Native provide public outreach for you young kids to take over for airplane won’t damage the airplane it . . . The APU [Capt. Sullenberg] American women are 3.5 times Community members to learn us,” he said to the Sacaton students. or fall off in mid-air when it breaks had was a Honeywell,” said Hertz. more likely to be sexually more about what they can do to “There is a lot of work to be done down. Aircraft engines are located assaulted than women of other prevent or report cases of sexual and it’s (the San Tan Facility) is in on the side of the plane and when ethnicities and that 86 percent assault. your backyard . . . This is one of the passengers are on board and the of the time sexual abuse is “It shouldn’t be done one coolest places to be in the whole committed by someone known time of the year,” she said. to the victim. “We want to bring trainings The event was funded by and information out to the Community Events a grant awarded to CVS by Community.” Saturday, May 2 Saturday, May 9 Legends Basketball Tourney Sacaton, Wellness Center The Unfinished Mul-Chu-Tha Footrace Tournament ends this day District 2 Service Center 5:00 am Swap Meet In The Park Ira Hayes Memorial Park Casa Grande Union High School Pow- 7:00am – 12:00pm wow CGUHS Gymnasium Graffiti Interaction & 11:00 am gourd dancing Awareness 1:00 pm grand entry District 4 Service Center 4:00pm – 8:00pm Sunday, May 10 Monday, May 11 Sunday, May 3 Tuesday, May 12 Monday, May 4 Tuesday, May 5 She & Me – Girl Scouts Event District 5 Service Center Kids in Safety Seats (KISS) 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Page 1 Sample of the Probate Code District 3 Elderly Complex/Public Health Nursing Office Wednesday, May 13 2:00pm Matter of Balance Class She & Me – Girl Scouts Event District 1 Multipurpose Building District 5 Service Center 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday, May 14 Wednesday, May 6 Matter of Balance Class Matter of Balance Class District 7 Service Center District 1 Multipurpose Building 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Friday, May 15 Thursday, May 7 2015 Legends Men’s Basketball Tour- Matter of Balance Class nament District 7 Service Center Sacaton Wellness Center 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Friday, May 1 – Saturday, May 2 For men ages 35+ Friday, May 8 Saturday, May 16 Car Wash – Ira Hayes High School Senior Trip Fund Raiser Gila River Fitness Fest Ira Hayes Memorial Park District 5 Service Center 7:00 am – 1:00 pm 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Gila Crossing Community School 4th Grade Banquet GCCS Gymnasium 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Page 6 Gila River Indian News May 1, 2015

2015 - Council Elections Tuesday, May 5, 2015

District 1 Candidates District 4 Candidates

Arzie Hogg Joyce McAfee Sharon Lewis Marlene Norris Nada Celaya

District 5 Candidates

Gwendolyn Thomas Franklin Pablo, Sr. Duane Johns Ronald Lewis Vernon Sunna, Sr.

District 6 Candidates

Anthony “Chris” Joanne Miles-Long Danelle Spring Lisa D. Shelde Villareal, Sr. Polling sites open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. District #1 Polling Site: Elder Center, 1060 W. Blackwater School Road, Blackwater District #4 Polling Site: Service Center, 1510 W. Santan Road, Santan District #5 Polling Site: Veteran’s Building, 3500 W. Casa Blanca Road, Casa Blanca District #6 Polling Site: Learning Center, 5230 W. St. Johns Road, Komatke

District Judge’s will be at your District District #1: Valerie Williams, (520) 709-4537 service Center for absentee Voting, District #4: Sharon Miguel, (520) 418-2142 May 4th, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. District #5: Gaynell Lopez, (520) 709-9835 District #6: Lorina Allison, (480) 532-7646 District #5: Gaynell Lopez, (520) 562-9735 May 1, 2015 Youth & Elder Page 7

GRIC Celebrates Earth Day Home Team is Chair Volleyball By Christopher Lomahquahu DEQ staff gave presentations on Gila River Indian News using greener cleaners to reduce the Champ at Elder Spring Picnic Every year, the earth is honored amount of toxins released in the envi- with festivities educating the public ronment. on ways to keep the planet green and A demonstration of a solar oven evolving. showed how foods can be cooked by The Department of Environmental the power of the sun. In the oven a fresh Quality hosted an Earth Day celebration batch of cookies was slowly baking. at Ira H. Hayes Memorial Park on April There was even a chance for kids to 22. use their creativity and make hats out of Kids from Gila River schools got to recycled paper. learn about different ways they can take University of Arizona’s College of part in making a green Community. Agriculture and Life Sciences was also This year was even bigger than on site teaching children about plants, last year. Several of the programs with- water quality and integrated pest man- in DEQ and outside the Community agement. brought out their information booths, A group of educators had children showcasing some of the latest in Earth test various liquids to determine which Day trends. ones were acidic. Schools such as Gila Crossing The event also hosted its annual Community School and Ira Hayes High fashion show in which models showed School brought out sample plants of off their recycled outfit creations. kale and beans from their school gar- DEQ, the Gila River Health Clin- Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN The home team from District 5, the Mustangs (right), won the chair volleyball tournament dens. ic, GRIC Department of Transportation, at the annual Elder Spring Picnic April 17 at the Vah-Ki Multipurpose Building. They also displayed literature and GRIC Utility Authority and the Sher- images of some of the work they per- aton Wild Horse Pass Resort also had form in the garden such as composting booths on display showing people ways Casa Blanca School Career Day and recycling. to go green and reduce energy. A representative from the Sono- Mr. Ted Huerta and the Roadrun- ra Audubon Society brought out their ners, a student band from Casa Blanca birds, snakes and tortoises to show at- Community School, provided musical tendees. entertainment. All of the animals like the Gila Gila River Earth Day was made monster, red tail hawk and desert tor- possible through the sponsorship of toise had their names displayed in GRICUA and Gila River Telecommu- O’otham. nications.

Annie Gutierrez/GRIN Gila River firefighters let students at the Casa Blanca Community School Career Day April 24 practice wearing bulky firefighter gear.

By Annie Gutierrez Gila River Indian News minds, and their hearts to share the best parts Annie Gutierrez/GRIN Casa Blanca Community School is help- of their jobs with our wonderful students. Say- Above: Children wearing recycled paper hats. Below: Gila Crossing Community ing students visualize a future. The elementa- School agriculture teacher demonstrates the plants his students are growing. ing thank you for what the presenters accom- ry school hosted their 4th annual Career Day plish never seems adequate,” said organizer April 24. Nancy Rollins. Presenters from various departments and Rollins, who teaches special and gifted professions gave second to fourth grade stu- class at the school, said seeing the children dents a small glimpse of their career fields to excited about their future is a goal that has get young children to think about what they been met since starting the event. Before Ca- want to be when they get older. reer Day was established, she said she asked Participants included Gila River Police her students what they wanted to do when K9 Unit, Gila River Fire Department, Gila they grow up and only one child out of 25 an- River Dental, Intel Inc., and GRIC Utility swered. “After our first Career Day, all of the Authority. The GRIN also participated. En- sudden kids wanted to be firemen, wanted to gineers, authors, a U.S. Army recruiter and a be pilots, wanted to be doctors and that was a representative from Humana Insurance pre- huge thrill,” said Rollins. sented as well. Students had the opportunity “These children, especially with the edu- to ask questions and interact with presenters. cational support of the tribe, have the whole “It is always wonderful to see that so world in their hands and their dreams should many are willing to open their schedules, their be endless.“ Jessica Joaquin/CPAO Page 8 Gila River Indian News May 1, 2015 Community Council Action Sheets Wednesday April 1, 2015

ACTION SHEET Presenter: Jagdish Sharma Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; REPORT HEARD Reservation (J. Allen) (NRSC forwards to Council with rec- Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 8. Blackwater Community School SY 2014-2015 1st Quarter ommendation for approval) CALL TO ORDER Report Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez The First Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Coun- Presenter: Jagdish Sharma APPROVED cil held Wednesday April 1, 2015, in the Community Council REPORT HEARD 10. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona *9. Police Department 2014 Overview Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 2557 Located was called to order by presiding Chairman Lt. Governor Presenter: Kathleen Kirkham, Chief On Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Monica L. Antone at 9:11am DISPENSED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Indian Reservation (Lynford A.) (NRSC forwards to Council INVOCATION 10. Office Of The Prosecutor – Fiscal Year 2015 1st Quarter with recommendation for approval) Provided by Councilwoman Sandra Nasewytewa Report Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez ROLL CALL Presenter: Rebecca Plevel APPROVED Sign-in Sheet Circulated TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA 11. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Executive Officers Present: 11. Crisis Response Team Status Report Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 2557 Located Lt. Governor Monica Antone Presenters: Greg Mitchem, Leann Wander On Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Executive Officers Absent: TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Indian Reservation (L. Allen) (NRSC forwards to Council with Governor Stephen R. Lewis 12. Citizens Advisory Board FY2014 3&4 Quarter Report recommendation for approval) Council Members Present: Presenters: LECAB Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez D1- Joey Whitman, Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; D3- Caro- REPORT HEARD APPROVED lyn Williams, Rodney Jackson; D4- Jennifer Allison, Angelia RESOLUTIONS 12. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Allison, Christopher Mendoza; D5- Brian Davis, Sr., Janice 1. A Resolution Approving Modification No. 1 To The Gila Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 1245 Located F. Stewart (9:16am), Robert Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6- River Indian Community Operating Budget For Fiscal Year On Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, Sandra Nasewytewa; 2015 (G&MSC motioned to forward to the Community Indian Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recom- D7- Devin Redbird (9:15am) Council) mendation for approval) Council Members Absent: Presenter: Treasurer Robert G. Keller Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez D4-Vacant APPROVED APPROVED APPROVAL OF A GENDA 2. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing An 13. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty APPROVED AS AMENDED Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 451 Located PRESENTATION/INTRODUCTIONS (Limit to 5 minutes) Community And RVK, Inc For Fiscal Year 2015 On Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River 1. Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council 16th Annual (G&MSC forwards to Community Council with recommenda- Indian Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recom- Gila River Close Up Event tion of approval) mendation for approval) Presenter: Michael Preston Presenter: Treasurer Robert G. Keller Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez MR. MICHAEL PRESTON INTRODUCED THE CLOSE APPROVED APPROVED UP PROGRAM. EACH OF THE PARTICIPANTS INTRO- 3. A Resolution Approving Of The Gila River Indian 14. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty DUCED THEMSELVES. GOVERNOR PABLO AND LT. Community And State Of Arizona Gaming Compact Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 4595 Located GOVERNOR COOPER PROVIDED A BRIEF OVERVIEW Amendments, Appendices And Agreements On Allotted Trust Land In District One Of The Gila River OF THE EXERCISES OF THE PROGRAM. LT. GOVER- (G&MSC forwards to Community Council with recommenda- Indian Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recom- NOR ANTONE AND VARIOUS COUNCIL MEMBERS PRO- tion of approval) mendation for approval) VIDED WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT. Presenters: Serena Joaquin, Courtney Moyah Presenter: Pamela Pasqual 2. Gila River Royalty Committee – Introduction Of The 2015 APPROVED APPROVED – 2016 Gila River Royalty Court 4. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving A 15. A Resolution Consenting To A Non- Presenters: Gila River Royalty Committee, 2015 Royalty Memorandum Of Agreement Between The Gila A Transferable Fifty Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Court River Indian Community Tribal Education Allotment 348 Located On Allotted Trust Land In District Four MISS GILA RIVER SIENNA WHITTINGTON PROVIDED Department And The Casa Grande Union High Of The Gila River Indian Reservation (NRSC forwards to A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HER BACKGROUND AND School District To Identify And Define The Roles Council with recommendation for approval) PLATFORM. MISS GILA RIVER 1ST ATTENDANT CHEY- And Responsibilities Of Each Party Relating To The Presenter: Pamela Pasqual ENNE JACKSON PROVIDED A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF Disbursement Of Federal Funds Under The APPROVED HER BACKGROUND. JR. MISS GILA RIVER CHARIS- Johnson-O’Malley Program (G&MSC motioned to forward to 16. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty MA QUIROZ PROVIDED A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HER Community Council with recommendation of approval; ESC Year Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 316 Located BACKGROUND AND PLATFORM. JR. MISS GILA RIVER concurs) On Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River 1ST ATTENDANT ASHLEY THOMPSON PROVIDED A Presenter: Patricia Valenzuela Indian Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recom- BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HER BACKGROUND. JR. MISS APPROVED mendation for approval) GILA RIVER 2ND ATTENDANT SIASEK LUCERO PRO- 5. A Resolution Authorizing The Gila River Fire Presenter: Pamela Pasqual VIDED A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HER BACKGROUND. LT. Department To Submit A Grant Application To The United APPROVED GOVERNOR ANTONE AND VARIOUS COUNCIL MEM- States Department Of Homeland Security Staffing For A Ad- 17. A Resolution Approving Closure Plan For San Tan Indus- BERS PROVIDED WORDS OF CONGRATULATIONS AND equate Fire And Emergency Response (G&MSC motioned trial Park (EDSC motions to forward to Community Council; ENCOURAGEMENT. to forward to Community Council with recommendation of NRSC concurs) (15 minute reception in the lobby to follow) support and approval) Presenters: John Roberts, Esther Manuel [LT. GOVERNOR MONICA L. ANTONE CALLED FOR A Presenter: Chief Thomas Knapp APPROVED 15-MINUTE BREAK. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT MOTION MADE, SECOND AND DEFEATED TO [LT. GOVERNOR MONICA L. ANTONE CALLED FOR A 10:58AM] TABLE AND HAVE CHIEF KNAPP COME TO 90-MINUTE LUNCH BREAK. THE MEETING RECON- REPORTS THE DISTRICT TO EXPLAIN VENED AT 1:33PM] * 1.Sacaton Elementary School SY 2014-2015 Qtr. 1 Report APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO KEEP THE Presenter: Leslie Rychel 6. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year COMMUNITY MANAGER’S MEMORANDUM REPORT HEARD Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 2047 Located On REQUEST AND PUT IT BACK ON THE *2. Ira H. Hayes High School SY 2014-2015 Qtr. 1 Report Allotted Trust Land In District One Of The Gila River Indian AGENDA AND IT BE ITEM #3 UNDER NEW Presenter: Crispin Zamudio Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommenda- BUSINESS REPORT HEARD tion for approval) ORDINANCES 3. Gila River Indian Community Head Start & Early Head Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez UNFINISHED BUSINESS Start Annual Report 2013-2014 APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER Presenter: Christa Caamano 7. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year EXECUTIVE SESSION TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 3493 Located On 1. Update On Gaming Compact/Off-Reservation Gaming 4. Head Start & Early Head Start December Monthly Report Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian Update (Executive Session) (G&MSC motioned to forward to FY2015 Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommenda- Community Council in Executive Session) Presenter: Christa Caamano tion for approval) Presenter: Scot Butler, Eric Dahlstrom TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION 5. Head Start & Early Head Start January Monthly Report APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT FY2015 8. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year EXECUTIVE SESSION Presenter: Christa Caamano Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 2557 Located On 2. Employee Benefits Trust Team - Recent Activity (G&MSC TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian motioned to forward to Community Council and to direct 6. Head Start & Early Head Start February Monthly Report Reservation (L. Manuel) (NRSC forwards to Council with the Law Office to collapse the functions of EBT Committee FY2015 recommendation for approval) into the HSSC policies within 30 days; H&SSC motioned to Presenter: Christa Caamano Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez forward to Council) TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVED 7. Blackwater Community School SY 2013-2014 Carry-over 9. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year Continued on Page 9 Funds Residential/Homesite Lease on Allotment 2557 Located On May 1, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 9 From Page 8 APPOINTMENTS, THE VERBAL RESIGNATION PABLO, SR., AND GWENDOLYN L. THOMAS OF GARY WILLIAMS FROM THE WILD HORSE MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR DISTRICT Presenters: Linus Everling, Robert Yoder PASS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 6 TO CERTIFY ANTHONY C. VILLAREAL, SR., MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER [Addendum to Agenda] LISA D. SHELDE, DANELLE SPRING AND EXECUTIVE SESSION 4. Verbal Resignation of Mr. Gary Williams from the Wild JOANNE MILES-LONG FURTHER DISCUSSION WAS HELD IN EXECUTIVE Horse Pass Development Authority [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] SESSION Presenters: Community Council 3 2. Community Managers Memorandum Request (G&MSC MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT motioned to forward the letter request to Community Council) EXECUTIVE SESSION GARY WILLIAMS’ VERBAL RESIGNATION Presenter: Pamela Thompson [LT. GOVERNOR MONICA L. ANTONE CALLED FOR A FROM THE WILD HORSE PASS MOTION MADE AND SECOND DATES [FOR A 15-MINUTE BREAK. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY EFFECTIVE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING] WILL BE APRIL 4:38PM] IMMEDIATELY 21, 22, AND POSSIBLY THE 23 MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DIRECT 5 4. Gila River Gaming Commission Appointments (2) Pre- 4 3. Citizens Advisory Board Articles of Organization (LSC THE OFFICE OF GENERAL senters: Community Council forwards to Community Council with recommendation for COUNSEL TO DRAFT A RESOLUTION FOR MOTION MADE, SECOND AND WITHDRAWN approval under New Business) THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL APPROVAL THAT TO CERTIFY THE TWO CANDIDATES WANDA Presenter: Darren Pedro-Martinez WILL AMEND COMMUNITY COUNCIL J. MANUEL AND GARY WILLIAMS TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA STANDING COMMITTEE POLICY AND MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY MINUTES PROCEDURE (GR-22-12) IN ORDER WANDA J. MANUEL 1. November 19, 2014 (Regular) TO COLLAPSE THE FUNCTIONS MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE OF THE EMPLOYEE BENEFIT TRUST GARY 2. December 2, 2014 (Special) (EBT) INTO NEW BUSINESS MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE THE DESIGNATED AUTHORITY AND 1. District Seven – Appointment Of Jana Sunn To The Plan- 3. December 3, 2014 (Regular) RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HEALTH AND ning & Zoning Commission (G&MSC motioned to forward to MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE SOCIAL STANDING COMMITTEE (H&SSC); Community Council with recommendation of appointment) WITH CORRECTIONS FURTHER, ONCE THE EBT IS TRANSFERRED Presenter: Sharon Lewis 4. December 5, 2014 (Special) TO THE H&SSC AND APPROVED BY MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE COMMUNITY COUNCIL, THAT THE EBT [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] WITH CORRECTIONS POLICIES BE AMENDED TO REFLECT THE 2 4. Certification of Qualifications of the 2015 ANNOUNCEMENTS TRANSFER OF EBT AUTHORITIES AND Community Council Candidates (LSC forwards to >LITIGATION TEAM MEETING APRIL 2, 2015, 9AM RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE H&SSC AS WELL Community Council with no recommendation under >SPECIAL ESC MEETING APRIL 2, 2015, 9AM AT BLACK- AS ANY OTHER CHANGES THAT ARE IN THE BEST New Business) WATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL INTEREST OF OUR COMMUNITY Presenters: Nadine Shelde, Council Secretary White >COUNCILWOMAN CAROLYN WILLIAMS AND COUNCIL- [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY WOMAN ANGELIA ALLISON ON TRAVEL 3. Declaration Treasurer Mentee Vacancies (3) FOR DISTRICT 1 ARZIE HOGG AND JOYCE >SPECIAL HEALTH & SOCIAL STANDING COMMITTEE Presenters: Community Council MCAFEE MEETING APRIL 2, 2015, 1PM MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DECLARE MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR DISTRICT >MEETING WITH SENATOR DON YOUNG, APRIL 2, 2015 THE 3 VACANCIES AND WILL BE 4 TO CERTIFY MARLENE NORRIS, SHARON AT SALT RIVER ADVERTISED AND APPOINTED ACCORDING LEWIS, AND NADA CELAYA ADJOURNMENT TO THE COMMUNITY COUNCIL’S CODE OF MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR DISTRICT MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:39PM CONDUCT ORDINANCE 5 TO CERTIFY DUANE JOHNS, RONALD * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO SUSPEND LEWIS, SR., VERNON SUNNA, SR., FRANKLIN THE RULES AND ADD IN BEFORE THE

Community Council Action Sheets Wednesday April 15, 2015

ACTION SHEET *4. Head Start & Early Head Start February Monthly Report 13. Monthly Financial Activity Report Ending March 2015 Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; FY2015 (Executive Session) Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 Presenter: Christa Caamano Presenter: Treasurer Robert G. Keller CALL TO ORDER REPORT ACCEPTED AT #2 REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community *5. Crisis Response Team Status Report MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT EXECUTIVE Council held Wednesday April 15, 2015, in the Community Presenters: Greg Mitchem, Leann Wander SESSION Council Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, REPORT HEARD MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT THE MONTH- Arizona was called to order by presiding Chairman Governor [GOVERNOR STEPHEN R. LEWIS CALLED FOR A LY FINANCIAL ACTIVITY REPORT ENDING MARCH Stephen R. Lewis at 9:13am 15-MINUTE RECESS. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT 2015 INVOCATION 11:20AM] RESOLUTIONS Provided by Councilman Robert Stone 6. Office Of The Prosecutor – Fiscal Year 2015 1st Quarter 1. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing Amendment #1 ROLL CALL Report To The October 1, 2014 Agreement Between The Gila River Sign-In Sheet Circulated Presenter: Rebecca Plevel Indian Community And Franzoy Consulting, Inc. (G&MSC Executive Officers Present: REPORT HEARD motioned to forward to Community Council with recommen- Governor Stephen R. Lewis 7. Haskell Osife-Antone American Legion Post 51 dation of approval; NRSC concurs) Lt. Governor Monica Antone (1:52pm) Presenters: American Legion Posts 51 Presenters: Linus Everling, Thomas Murphy Council Members Present: REPORT HEARD APPROVED D1- Joey Whitman (11:58am), Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; 8. Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park And Rawhide Western 2. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing D3- Carolyn Williams, Rodney Jackson; D4- Jennifer Allison, Town And Steakhouse Report Amendment #1 To The October 1, 2014 Agreement Between Christopher Mendoza, Angelia Allison; D5- Brian Davis, Sr., Presenter: Dale Gutenson The Gila River Indian Community And Hardee Consulting Robert Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6- Albert Pablo, Sandra TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community Council with Nasewytewa; 9. Update- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) Consulta- recommendation of approval; NRSC concurs) Council Members Absent: tion and Matters Presenters: Linus Everling, Thomas Murphy D4-Vacant: D5- Janice F. Stewart: D6- Anthony Villareal, Sr.: Presenters: Tana Fitzpatrick, Barnaby Lewis, Ondrea Barber APPROVED D7- Devin Redbird REPORT HEARD 3. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing APPROVAL OF AGENDA 10. Gila River Indian Community Children in Crisis Coalition Amendment #1 To The October 1, 2014 Agreement Between APPROVED AS AMENDED Update The Gila River Indian Community And Gookin Hydrology, PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS (Limit to 5 minutes) Presenters: Judge Kami Hart, Cathy Brown PLC (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community Council REPORTS REPORT HEARD with recommendation of approval; NRSC concurs) *1. Gila River Indian Community Head Start & Early Head [GOVERNOR STEPHEN R. LEWIS CALLED FOR A Presenters: Linus Everling, Thomas Murphy Start Annual Report 2013-2014 90-MINUTE LUNCH BREAK. THE MEETING RECON- APPROVED Presenter: Christa Caamano VENED AT 1:52PM.] 4. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing An REPORT HEARD MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE Agreement Between The Gila River Indian *2. Head Start & Early Head Start December Monthly Report SESSION Community And Connell Group LLC For Fiscal Year 2015 FY2015 11. Gila River Gaming Enterprise, Inc. – Monthly Report For (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community Council with Presenter: Christa Caamano February 2015 (Executive Session) recommendation of approval) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT REPORTS #2 Presenters: Janice Ponziani, Board Of Directors Presenters: Office Of General Counsel THRU #4 REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION APPROVED *3. Head Start & Early Head Start January Monthly Report 12. Gila River Gaming Commission - Monthly Report For 5. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing An FY2015 February 2015 (Executive Session) Presenter: Christa Caamano Presenters: Serena Joaquin, Courtney Moyah Continued on Page 10 REPORT ACCEPTED AT #2 REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Page 10 Announcements & Notices May 1, 2015 Notice of Public Hearing From Page 9 14. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving Notice is hereby given that a pub- The lic hearing will be held by the Gila Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Termination Of Per Capita Trust Accounts River Indian Community Department Community And DCI Group, LLC For Fiscal of Transportation (“GRICDOT”) at And the Community Council meeting of Year Directing The Distribution Of Trust Assets To April 15, 2014 at the Governance 2015 (G&MSC motioned to forward to Certain Beneficiaries Center in Sacaton, AZ. The purpose Community Council with recommendation of Presenter Treasurer Robert G. Keller of the hearing is to consider a project approval) for which financial assistance is be- APPROVED ing sought from the Federal Transit Presenters: Office Of General Counsel ORDINANCES Administration through the Arizona Gila River Indian Community APPROVED UNFINISHED BUSINESS Department of Transportation. Grant 6. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing NEW BUSINESS funds will be used to implement a Utility Authority Community public transportation An *1. Citizens Advisory Board Articles of system. What’s New at GRICUA? Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Organization (LSC forwards to Community At the hearing, GRICDOT will af- Community And Leibowitz Solo, LLC For Council with recommendation for approval ford an opportunity for interested GRICUA Buries Time Capsule Fiscal Year 2015 (G&MSC motioned to under New Business) persons or agencies to be heard On March 26, 2015 GRICUA buried a time capsule that will remain with respect to the social, econom- in place for 25 years. Here are some of the items that were included forward to Community Council with recom- Presenter: Darren Pedro-Martinez ic, and environmental aspects of in the capsule: past GRIN articles, past GRICUA calendars, a mendation of approval) DISPENSED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA the project. Interested persons may GRICUA t-shirt signed by the entire staff and business cards. The Presenters: Office Of General Counsel submit oral or written evidence and time capsule will be opened on March 26, 2040. 2. District Three – Housing Advisory Com- APPROVED mittee Nomination (G&MSC motioned to recommendations with respect to said project. 7. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing forward to Community Council with recom- A copy of grant proposal is cur- Amendment #1 To The October 1, 2014 mendation of affirming the nomination of rently available for public inspection Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Ellen Allison) at the Department of Transportation Community And Public Policy Partners Presenter: Dale Enos Administration Office located at the Executive Ke in Sacaton, AZ. (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO AFFIRM Other Public Meetings: Council with recommendation of approval) ELLEN ALLISON GRICDOT will be presenting the Presenters: Office Of General Counsel 3. Gila River Telecommunications, Inc. – proposed transit service to the af- APPROVED fected Districts in May and June Request For Community Council Members 2015. 8. A Resolution Approving The Revision Of Participation Of Washington, DC Hill Visits LETTER OF NOTIFICATION TO The (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community PROVIDERS Community Council Standing Committee Council with recommendation of approval in (Includes medical transportation Lineman Sam Jimenez places the time capsule. Policies providers such as Z-Best, Tri Care, nominate Brian Davis) Taxi companies, etc.) And Procedures (G&MSC motioned to Presenters: Pamela Thomas, Belinda This is to notify you that Gila River Indian Community Department Mul Chu Tha Parade forward to Nelson of Transportation (“GRICDOT”) GRICUA participated in the 2015 Mul Chu Tha parade. Former Community Council with recommendation of MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO Washington Youth Tour student Haley Joaquin, former intern Clauda is applying for financial assistance approval; H&SSC motioned to forward to APPROVE NOMINATION OF MR. BRIAN under the ADOT Rural Public Trans- Bandin and Elena Polingyowma (staff member Kurt Polingyowma’s Community Council) daughter) walked the parade route alongside GRICUA’s truck. DAVIS, SR. portation Program authorized under Presenter: Linda Sauer 4. Mismatches – Tax Payer Identification 49 U.S.C. Section 5311. This pro- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO TABLE Number/Social Security Number/Names gram provides for capital, adminis- trative and operating assistance for 9. A Resolution Authorizing The Tribal Health (G&MSC motioned to forward to Community public transportation programs in Department To Submit A Grant Application Council with recommendation of Approval of rural and small urban areas. GRIC- To The United States Department Of The option #2) DOT proposes to provide the follow- Interior, Bureau Of Indian Affairs, FY 2016 Presenters: Treasurer Robert G. Keller, Mike ing service: The proposed service will entail BIA Indian Highway Safety Program, Child Jacobs two separate deviated fixed routes/ Passenger Safety Seat Program (G&MSC MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO AP- circulators. One will be in District 3 motioned to forward to Community Council PROVE OPTION #2 and the other will be in District 6/7. with recommendation of approval; H&SSC 5. Letter to Dr. Monty Roessel Grade Ex- Both routes will not have a fare. Both routes will have anticipated oper- Pictured L to R: Elena Polingyowma, Haley Joaquin, concurs) pansion Request (ESC forwards to Council ating hours of 6:30 am to 5:30 pm, Clauda Bandin, Gianni Miguel (crew member Mike Presenter: Janice Anderson with recommendation that Governor submit Monday through Friday. Miguel’s son), Mike Miguel and Calvin Tullie. APPROVED a letter to Dr. Monty Roessel in support The circulator route in District 3 10. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving will include stops at HuhuKam Me- of Blackwater School regarding Grade morial Hospital, PD/Courts, Gover- GRICUA Budget Billing The Gila River Indian Community Depart- Expansion) nance Center, WIC/Post Office, BIA You don’t need to guess to predict your future energy bills. GRICUA ment Of Transportation To Submit A Grant Presenters: BWCS Board and Administra- Pima Agency, and Boys and Girls Budget Billing is a no cost program that balances the seasonal highs To The Arizona Department Of Transporta- tion Club. and lows of your bill to make your payments predictable each month tion For Rural Transit Services, On Behalf of The route in District 6/7 will in- and enhance your family’s budgeting. Call (520) 796-0600 today MOTION MADE AND SECOND WITH REC- clude stops at Shell Station, Komat- and learn about this new budget billing program. The Gila River Indian Community (G&MSC OMMENDATION OF APPROVAL ke Health Care Center, Boys and motioned to forward to Community Council 6. Letter to Secretary Jewell In Support of Girls Club, District Service Centers, with recommendation of approval) FACE Program (ESC moved to forward to and Vee Quiva Casino. What to Do to Get Energy Ready for Summer Presenter: Sasha Pachito The purpose of this letter is to Before it gets too warm, it’s time to make sure you’re ready for hot Council with recommendation that Governor advise you of our application and to weather. This doesn’t mean running out and buying the latest swim APPROVED write a letter in Support of Community’s insure that this proposal would not wear. It means checking your home’s heat and air conditioning 11. A Resolution Consenting To A FACE program) represent a duplication of your ser- system. Non-Transferable Fifty Year Residential/ Presenters: BWCS Board and Administra- vice. Therefore, we solicit your in- • First, get a tune-up for your air conditioner and change the filter. volvement in our proposed service. Change them regularly as recommended by the manufacturer. Homesite Lease on Allotment 4559 Located tion I ask that you contact this office in • Next, change your thermostat over to “cool” and test the system by On Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of MOTION MADE AND SECOND THAT GOV- writing within 10 days if you believe turning the temperature down. If the air conditioner does not turn on, The Gila River Indian Reservation (NRSC ERNOR WRITE A LETTER IN SUPPORT that you can provide all or a part of first check to make sure no breakers are tripped. If you can’t figure forwards to Council with recommendation for OF COMMUNITY FACE PROGRAMS this service or if you have specific out the problem, call your heating and air conditioning repair person. objections to the proposed project. Calling early may keep you from making an “emergency” call when approval) [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] In your letter you should state your the temperatures are soaring and the repair people are too busy. Presenter: Nancy House-Sanchez MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER specific objections or counter pro- • Consider changing your old thermostat to a programmable one. posal. If you support the application, • Consider installing a whole-house fan that uses cool air in the eve- APPROVED EXECUTIVE please complete the enclosed sign- ning to cool the entire house and push hot air out of the attic area. 12. A Resolution Approving A Memorandum 7. Off Reservation Gaming Meeting Dele- off letter and return it to this address: Courtesy of www.consumerenergycenter.org Of Understanding Between The Gila River gation GRICDOT Indian Community And The United States Presenter: Governor Stephen R. Lewis 291 W Casa Blanca Rd Marshals Service For The Gang Research, ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SES- PO Box 97 Reminders Intelligence And Targeting Initiative (LSC Sacaton, AZ 85147 SION Attention: Sasha Pachito, Trans- GRICUA District Days 2015 motioned to forward to Community Council MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER portation Planning Manager GRICUA will be at the Public Health Resource Center (433 W with a cover letter attached under Resolu- EXECUTIVE In addition, please send a copy Seedfarm Rd in Sacaton) on the following days to accept payments of your letter to the Arizona Depart- from 10am to 3pm: May 7, June 8, July 9, August 6, September 3, tions) MINUTES Presenter: Chief Kathleen Kirkham ment of Transportation, which is the October 8, November 5, December 7 1. November 17, 2014 (Regular) funding agency for the Rural Public APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO AP- Transportation Program. Their ad- Call Before You Dig! 13. A Resolution Authorizing Amendments PROVE dress is: GRICUA is a member of Arizona Blue Stake. Please call 1-800-782- Arizona Department of Transpor- 5348 to request an underground line locate of both GRICUA and To GR-105-12 In Part By Approving Revi- WITH CORRECTIONS tation SCIP on reservation facilities. sions To The Articles Of Organization Of The ANNOUNCEMENTS 206 South 17th Avenue, Room GRICUA welcomes your comments. You can email comments to Law Enforcement Citizens Advisory Board >REVIEWING COMMITTEE CONCERNS [email protected]. You can also go to our website at 340 B www.gricua.net. Of The Gila River Indian Community (LSC EXPRESSED Phoenix, Arizona 85007-3213 motioned to forward to Community Council >HARRY CRUYE, JR. LIE IN STATE SER- Attention: 5311 Program Manager GRICUA’s Hours of Operation Should you desire any additional with a cover letter attached under Resolu- VICES THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2015, 3PM information on the proposed service, Monday – Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM tions) Payments are accepted on-line and by phone both during our ADJOURNMENT please contact me at: normal operating hours as well as after hours. If you have any Presenter: Darren Pedro-Martinez MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5.35PM Sasha Pachito, Transportation questions regarding your statement or payment options please call APPROVED * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) Planning Manager, GRICDOT at during normal business hours. (520) 562-6110 or via email at sa- [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] [email protected] May 1, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 11

Summer Family Health Event “Bringing Wellness to You in Your Community” Adult and Child Immunizations • Well-Child Exams • Sports Physicals • Labs District 1 Service Center ...... 6/16 & 6/18 Blood Sugar Checks • Blood Pressure Checks • *Family Planning Services District 2 Service Center ...... 6/23 & 6/25 *STD Information and Education • *Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings Ak-Chin Clinic ...... 7/7 & 7/9 Diabetes Risk Assesments District 5 Service Center ...... 7/14 & 7/16 District 4 Service Center ...... 7/28 & 7/30 *Family planning, STD and cancer screenings on Tuesdays only. Tuesday and Thursday 10 am to 3 pm For more information contact: Robin Henry, FNP Community Outreach Mobile Unit (520) 610-2379

Dr. Song-Nichols Elder’s Circle Call For Artists Viola L. Johnson Attention Administration Building Gila River indian Community Points of Interest Local artist are invited to submit artwork for display in the new Viola L. Johnson ● The new Viola L. Johnson Administration Building features Administration Building. a concrete wall that is among the tallest continuous curved concrete walls in Arizona. These continuous curved concrete-poured lobby walls are Theme: The late Viola L. Johnson - 36 feet in height. Honoring the Person, her Vision and Leadership. ● For efficiency, the Viola L. Johnson Administration Building has 321 solar panels For more information, please contact: on the roof. The Viola L. Johnson Administration Building has polished concrete Ginger Sunbird Martin floors throughout the building’s hallways, reception area, and bridge. (520) 562-3321 Ext:1453 [email protected] ● The Viola L. Johnson Administration Building has a large courtyard along the North Dr. Joan Song-Nichols, has served side of the building and features an exterior sound system and sliding glass walls. 2015 Day of Hope the Gila River Indian Community since November 1997 and will be leaving Gila Monthly Elderly Concerns Meeting Gila River Indian Community River Health Care on May 20, 2015. Dr. Time Presentation: Protecting Your Healthcare Information Youth Day of Hope She is a dedicated, hardworking doctor May 13, 2015 - 9:30 am • District #5 May 8, 2015 and has contributed her time and Presenter: Bill Conati, Director expertise to improve patient care for over GRHC - Information Technology 17 years. GRHC wishes Dr. Song-Nichols For more information contact: all the best in her endeavors. Juli Kelly, Director Life Center (520) 562-7940 Respecting People and Culture

2015 Memorial Day Closures Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital Department Closed Date(s) Re-Open Date Primary Care Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am Pharmacy Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:30 am Physical Therapy Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 7:00 am Emergency Department NO CLOSURE Dialysis East NO CLOSURE Medical Imaging NO CLOSURE - CALL FOR (520) 562-3321 FOR MORE INFORMATION Lab NO CLOSURE - CALL FOR (520) 562-3321 FOR MORE INFORMATION Komatke Health Clinic Primary Care Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am Pharmacy Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am Physical Therapy Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 7:00 am Imaging Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:15 am Dialysis West NO CLOSURE Behavioral Health Services (bhs) BHS Shegoi Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am OASIS / District 3 Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am OASIS / District 5 Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am BHS Residential Treatment Center NO CLOSURE Ak-Chin Clinic Ak-Chin Clinic Monday, May 25, 2015 Tuesday, May 26th @ 8:00 am For information call GRHC at: (520) 562-3321

GRHC.ORG Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital Komatke Health Center Ak-Chin Clinic Gila River Indian Community 483 W. Seed Farm Road 17487 S. Health Care Dr. 48203 W. Farrell Road Crisis Line Sacaton, Arizona 85147 Laveen, Arizona 85339 Maricopa, Arizona 85239 1-800-259-3449 (520) 562-3321 (520) 550-6000 (520) 568-3881 (602) 528-1240 GLOBAL SERVICE HOME TOWN HONORS

MEMORIAL DAY MAY 25, 2015

REMEMBER, RESPECT & HONOR THE FALLEN