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ACTION NEWS O’odham Action News BY DALTON WALKER DALTON BY The Arizona State Capitol The the state leg- Each January, “Thank you for coming out Leonard Vice-President was packed on January 15 for the 25th annual Indian Nations Legislative Day. Tribes and islature hosts the event either Arizona Senate gallery at the Arizona House of floor or the Representatives gallery floor. event was held at This year’s the House in a joint protocol session that included brief opening remarks by Speaker of the SRPMIC Council member Tom Largo Sr. gave the invocation. and 25th Annual Indian Nations Arizona at Day Legislative Tribes Capitol State McDowell Road. and celebrating this event, which has been about 20 years in the making,” said Remitera before calling upon Council representative Deanna Scabby to give the blessing. welcomed everyone and thanked the people involved in making Continued on page 11 Leonard; Council representa- Reidhead, Ty tives; Charles M.D., director of the Phoenix Area Indian Health Service; as well as Community members, to the special guests and staff groundbreaking for the North- Ambulatory Care Center. east The new facility is to be located at the southwest corner of High- way 87 (Beeline Highway) and O’odham Action News

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2 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 Continued from page 1 NORTHEAST AMBULATORY CARE CENTER GROUNDBREAKING

(L-R) Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community’s Health and Human Services Director Joseph Remitera, Phoenix Area Indian Health Service Director Charles Ty Reidhead, SRPMIC Council Member's Wi-bwa Grey, Diane Enos, Thomas Largo, Cheryl Doka, SRPMIC President Martin Harvier, SRPMIC Vice-President Ricardo Leonard, SmithGroup Architect Lyle Steely, SRPMIC Council Member's Deanna Scabby, Michael Dallas, and Archie Kashoya do the honors of turning the ground to ofﬁ cially begin construction on the 200,000 square foot facility.

“I hope all of you felt the excitement disease and cancer. He said that hav- their academic goals now, so there will the approach to and departure from the of turning the ground over this morning ing this new facility here in the Com- be a crop of Community members who facility would go toward Red Moun- to get started on this project. This an ex- munity would improve health care and can be employed at the health care tain,” said Steely. The building will be citing day. It seems like it’s been a long help extend the lives of the Community facility when it opens in two years. made of concrete, and the materials will journey; [we have been talking about] members. “I look forward to when we cut the be coming from Salt River Materials getting this ambulatory care center here “[We] have been tracking the average ribbon. Our first patients will enter the Group. Significant cultural symbols will in the Community for a long time,” age of death every five years; the latest doors in February 2022,” he said. be used throughout the facility. said Harvier. “I remember back [when I numbers indicate average age at death Architect Lyle Steely of SmithGroup, Steely stated that the design work was] vice-president, pleading for funds for the [Community’s] male population the Phoenix architectural design firm isn’t yet complete, and SmithGroup will to build this [health care facility] and is 47 years and for women it’s 55 years. that is designing the facility, talked continue to work with the Community hoping that appropriations would be put The national average is close to 80 about the building and its design fea- advisory group and contractors as the in place. A lot of projects were on the years, so that’s a 30-year difference,” tures that reflect the Community and project continues. list prior to this facility being built, so said Harvier. “Having this facility is an culture of the O’odham and Piipaash At the conclusion of the event, dif- it was kind of ‘Wait your turn.’ I really opportunity to improve our health care people. ferent groups of people took turns with appreciate over the years the relation- … to extend our lives so we can be with “A story that was told to us was how shovels to turn the ground. The first ship with PIMC (Phoenix Indian Medi- our families [longer].” the healers would travel from peak group included the SRPMIC Council cal Center) and the area IHS (Indian Harvier also mentioned that the to peak to learn how to heal for the members, Health and Human Services Health Services) office and all those health care facility will be offering Community, and the significance of the staff and Indian Health Service staff. involved in getting us here today.” up to 500 new job opportunities for mountains to the Community—specifi- The second group included the archi- Harvier mentioned the health chal- Community members. He said he’d cally Red Mountain—and that’s what tects and contractors, and the third lenges that the Community faces, which encourage those who may be interested really resonated with us. The decision group consisted of SRPMIC seniors. include high rates of diabetes, heart in health care as a career to start setting was made to orient the building so that

There were displays of different renderings of what the new facility would look like. This is a birds eye view (L-R) SRPMIC members Cecilia Antone, Rudy Butler, Lonita Jim, and Deborah Robinson join a group of how the new Ambulatory Care Center would look like Community elders in the turning of the ground ceremony during the Northeast Ambulatory Care Center on the southwest corner of the Highway 87 (Beeline groundbreaking. Highway) and McDowell Road.

This rendering shows what the front of the building will look like when completed in February 2022. (L-R) Salt River Clinic staff Medical Director Michael Truesdell, Chief Pharmacist Vanessa Thomas-Wilson, Clinic Ofﬁ ce Manager Yvette Gates, Clinic Nurse Manager David Kiss and Clinic Administrator Timothy Joyce are looking forward to the new facility.

February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 3 Community’s Red Dress Walk Brings Awareness, Remembrance of MMIW BY DALTON WALKER munity Building and walk to the Two people out to generate awareness about late spring of 2019, calling the crisis O'odham Action News Waters Complex’s Friendship Park and the MMIW crisis. The tribal govern- a “genocide.” back. The group walks on Longmore ment’s Facebook page and O’odham Villalpando said two of her cousins The idea for an awareness walk Road with assistance of a Salt River Action News also have promoted the went missing and were killed, and to remember Missing and Murdered Police Department escort, which is part Red Dress Walk. that’s how she connected with the Indigenous Women (MMIW) was of the permit. Villalpando picked that The movement has finally started to importance of the MMIW movement sparked during a class discussion late specific route because she walked it wake up some lawmakers: across and beyond Indian Country. She last year at the Salt River Schools’ hundreds of times while she was grow- • In November, President Donald hopes the walk also can bring closure GED Building in the Salt River Pima- ing up in the area. Trump signed an executive order to participants who are walking to Maricopa Indian Community. On January 8, the third walk of the creating a White House task force remember loved ones. Student Sophia Villalpando brought series, about 30 people of all ages charged with developing a strategy “We want to make sure that the up the idea and then made the grass- showed up in support. Some wore to address the crisis. The task force [missing and murdered] are still re- roots initiative a reality. Villalpando red, the signature color of the MMIW is titled “Operation Lady Justice” membered, that we don’t forget them,” put her contact information out to the movement, and some painted a hand and includes multiple federal depart- Villalpando said. public, applied for the proper permits over their mouth, another MMIW ments. The walk will be held through May and promoted the walk, known as the signature. • Last year, Arizona created a task and potentially beyond. The initial Red Dress Walk. Now, those outside “Every walk we did, we get differ- force to investigate and gather data permit extends through May and Vil- the classroom have noticed. ent people that I don’t even know,” about MMIW. Other states including lalpando plans to renew the permit so The walk is “a monthly walk for the Villalpando said. “That’s fine; the more Minnesota have created similar task the monthly walks may continue. awareness and remembrances of the people, the better.” She has been pro- forces. For more information, call (480) MMIW,” said Villalpando. On the first moting the walk on social media and • The 1,200-page report from a nation- 465-9546. Wednesday of each month, Villalpando putting up flyers hoping to get more al inquiry in Canada was released in and other supporters meet at the Com-

A couple dozen people participated in the Red Dress Walk on January 8 in the SRPMIC. The walk was on Longmore Road and started at the Community Building up to Two Waters’ Friendship Park and back.

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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 5 6 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 Emergency Response Team Holds First-Aid Training BY TASHA SILVERHORN you to make sure you and the victim O’odham Action News [email protected] will be safe and there are no other potentially hazardous situations other The Salt River-Community Emer- than the current situation. If the victim’s gency Response Team (SR-CERT) injury is related to a traffic accident or holds Voluntary Organizations Active in a shooting, for example, make sure you Disaster (VOAD) training every month. and the victim are away from danger On January 7, the SR-CERT held before starting first aid. training in cardiopulmonary resuscita- “You’re the most important person tion (CPR) and the automated external when something happens, so you have defibrillator (AED) at the Two Waters to think about other possible hazards,” Complex. The training was a refresher said Scabby. for those who are already CPR/AED Scabby also touched on legal issues certified and reviewed how to provide involving first aid. “If the person is able first aid, CPR and the AED in an emer- to respond, ask them for their consent gency situation. before you touch them,” said Scabby. Fire Captain Robert Scabby of the SRPMIC member Eric Schurz asked Salt River Fire Department led the what to do if the victim is not conscious training. First he reviewed the basic and can’t answer. Salt River Fire Department Fire Captain Robert Scabby presents the SR-CERT VOAD training on CPR and AED. items to include in a first-aid kit for the “The Good Samaritan Law [says] home or workplace. “Get familiarized that when you are acting in good faith, with what is in a first-aid kit,” he said. chest so the AED can be used. Clothing aid kit is a CPR mask with a one-way you cannot get sued if you are certified “You might want to [be more] elaborate must be removed quickly so the patient valve, which prevents direct contact with the proper training from CPR and/ than just bandages and hydrogen perox- can receive help immediately. with the victim’s mouth, nose and or CERT trainings,” said Scabby. “If ide; you might want to put some 4-by- face. They are sold through Amazon, you [are trained and] feel that it is safe, 4-inch gauze and little strips so you Using CPR and the AED Walmart and Costco, among others. you can help them. But the best thing to can wrap [injuries] and maybe some “If you are not CPR certified, the best “You can blow into them and nothing do is call 911 as fast as you can so of- splints,” said Scabby. (See sidebar) thing to do is call 911,” said Scabby. will come back up,” said Scabby. “They ficial first responders can provide care.” He also recommended scissors and “The police response time is three to will prevent your exposure to any infec- If you would like to become a mem- gloves. He pointed out that latex gloves four minutes and the fire response time tions from the victim, such as hepatitis ber of the VOAD SR-CERT group, dry up and rip over time and need to is four to six minutes in the Community. B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human the next three-day training starts on be replaced on a regular basis, as well The quicker you can get someone there, immunodeficiency virus (HIV).” Saturday, February 22 (see sidebar). as rotating the other supplies in the the quicker they can get CPR going.” If the emergency involves an uncon- For more information, call Emergency first-aid kit. Good scissors are needed After you call 911 and the rescue scious child, it’s likely that the cause Management Coordinator Terry Nelson to open up the clothing of someone in crew is on the way, start CPR yourself will be something other than heart is- at (480) 362-7929. a cardiac-arrest situation to expose the if you are trained, explained Scabby. sues, Scabby explained. Three people should be helping: while “As for pediatrics, little kids just one person is on the phone with the 911 don’t fall over from a heart attack due dispatcher, another is doing CPR on the to [a blocked heart artery]; that usually victim and another person is locating [happens in] adults who have unhealthy SR-CERT the AED. The AED is a machine used lifestyles. A child’s heart stops when the in cases of sudden cardiac arrest (when child is choking or getting electrocut- BASIC COURSE the victim’s heart is stopped). It is easy ed,” said Scabby. “To prevent choking to use, with step-by-step instructions. or electrocution, fence your pool, place Saturday, February 22, 2020 • Adhesive tape • Safety pins It analyzes the heart’s rhythm, and if plastic covers on the outlets around 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Elastic wrap • Scissors and needed it will deliver an electrical shock your home, and keep small items like bandages tweezers to help the heart reestablish an effective batteries and medicines out of the reach Saturday, February 29, 2020 • Bandage strips • Hand sanitizer rhythm. When you follow the instruc- of children.” 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Gauze in as- • Antibiotic oint- tions on the AED, the machine will tell Because children breathe faster than you whether or not you need to apply adults and have faster heart rates, the Saturday, March 7, 2020 sorted sizes ment 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Eye pad • Towelettes a shock. An AED should be used only recommendation is to do CPR for one • Large triangular • Eyewash solution when the victim’s heart has stopped. minute (60 seconds) and then call 911, bandage • Thermometer Today there are AEDs in many public explained Scabby. “[We need] you to CPR/AED Certification • Finger splint • Breathing barrier locations, such as airports and stadiums, recirculate that oxygen to feed their Saturday, March 7, 2020 brain so they don’t suffer any perma- • Cold packs (surgical mask) as well as workplaces. They are usually 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. • Cotton balls/ • Hydrogen perox- mounted on a wall with a sign saying nent brain damage that may cause men- cotton-tipped ide to disinfect “Emergency Defibrillator.” AEDs in the tal complications later in life. After you swabs • Blanket Community are located throughout the call 911, go back to performing CPR Location: Salt River Fire Department • Disposable • Rain Poncho tribal government buildings as well as until paramedics arrive.” 292 Sub Station gloves • Flashlight at local grocery stores and businesses. (3230 N. Stapley Road Mesa, AZ 85203) • Petroleum jelly If you are squeamish about doing Other Considerations • Plastic bags mouth-to-mouth breathing on the vic- Before you render aid to the victim of Information: (480) 362-7929 tim, one important item for your first- illness or injury, first take a look around

February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 7 25th Annual Unity Run Relay- Community Recreation Style March 8- 14, 2020 Services Hosts SUBMITTED BY THE SRPMIC UNITY RUN ORGANIZERS Fiesta Family Night Founded in 1995, the annual Unity Run Salsa Contest brings together youth and elders in a cultural exchange of prayers and respect with O’odham communities and villages. The route May 4, 2020 encompasses O’odham villages between the 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and the Mexico border and is done relay-style. In the last four years, the Unity Run began Lehi Community here in the Community and went south, but Building this year it will begin in the southern communities and end in Salt River. Runners will Community member Serena Padilla is • Rules begin at Papago Farms near Pisinemo, a small helping to organize the • Bring Salsa Prepared community in Pima County just north of the Unity Run. Arizona-Mexico border, and run north. • Must have enough Salsa for at One of the SRPMIC Unity Run organizers, Serena Padilla, lease 50 people said the purpose of the run remains the same: to help instill • Must have valid food handlers awareness of and strengthen the youth and O’odham people card (SRPMIC has free about our Himdag (Way of Life) and lhmigi (Relationship). classes) Again this year, approximately 300 individuals will be participating from beginning to end. Volunteers are needed for driving • Displayed in a Salsa theme and assisting at the river. Drivers and runners will be leaving • Give it a name “My Nana’s Papago Farms on March 7 and will be at the Verde River here in Salsa” the Community on March 13 and 14. • Must have ingredient card for Donations are welcome, such as water, Gatorade, gas cards and snacks. judges only On behalf of the Unity Run, thank you for your assistance and • Be creative the warm welcome we have received for the last 24 years. We are grateful to our Community and to all our sister tribes for their Must RSVP for event by spiritual support, prayers and monetary assistance. April, 27, 2020 In closing, “As long as the mountains are still here, we ‘O’odham’ will also be here.” These words are dedicated to the elders, runners and supporters who have participated in the Unity For more information or Run and are now in the “Rising Sun” (Spirit World). Please call Serena Padilla at (480) 217-5624 to find out how to register call (602) 362- you can help with this year’s Unity Run. 6360

Cultural Resources Department | O’odham Piipaash Language Program LANGUAGE CORNER Highlighting O’odham & Piipaash Letters and Sounds Welcome back to the O’odham Piipaash Language Corner. The next consonant we will highlight represents the same sound in O’odham and Piipaash and uses the single letter /s/ to represent this sound. s O’odham Sound O’odham Milga:n

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s 2020 Spring Language Classes Piipaash Sound Piipaash Marikyan O’odham Immersion “Cei mapt has ‘o ‘e ju: ... Ju: mapt has ‘o ‘i cei.” usually like the /s/ in salt sny’ak woman February 10th - May 5th, 2020 Monday & Tuesday | 6pm - 8pm | CRD Classroom You can read more and access the orthogaphies online at www.saltrivercrd.org or scan the QR codes below for direct access to each orthography. O’odham Piipaash Piipaash Language February 13th - May 7th, 2020 Thursday ONLY | 6pm - 8pm | CRD Classroom

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8 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 BY HANNAH LEWIS • Minimize outdoor activities as much as O’odham Action News [email protected] possible to avoid exposure to pollen. If possible, stay indoors during the morning This past winter, Arizona received a sig- and early afternoon, when the pollen count nificant amount of rainfall. With help from tends to be highest. this rain, and with the seasons changing, • The best time to go outside is after a nice plants are growing and flowers are blooming, rain, which helps clear pollen from the air. increasing the pollen in the air. Spring is a • Avoid doing yard work such as lawn mow- pleasant time for many who enjoy the vari- ing or gardening. This stirs up pollen and ous bright colors of flowers. However, it is a molds that trigger allergies. The “Salt River Steppers” took 1st place and won championship (undefeated that day) at difficult time for individuals who suffer from • When driving, use the air conditioning a chair volleyball tournament in Gila River (District 5) on January 16, 2020. Three teams rather than opening a window for fresh air. from Salt River entered including SR Steppers, SR Survivors, SR Elites. Pictured (L-R) front seasonal allergies. Franie Cashoya, Isebell Montiel, Debra Cachora, Sherilyn Belone and Roberta Seepie. Back: According to the U.S. Centers for Disease When opening a window, you let in pollen Don Schurz, Jerry Adams and Everett Belone. Not pictured with the group is our team Cpt. Control and Prevention, more than 50 million and other allergy triggers. Roberta Johnson. Photo submitted by Debra Cachora. Americans suffer from seasonal allergies • To get rid of pollen that makes its way each year. The common symptoms include into your home, wash bedding every week sneezing; runny, stuffy nose; watery, red or in hot water. Also, wash your hair and swollen eyes; and itching of the nose, eyes or shower before going to bed. Pollen tends Diabetes 101 roof of the mouth. to accumulate in hair. Learn….Decide….Take Charge! There is no specific “allergy season”; it • When cleaning, wear a mask and gloves to limit exposure to chemicals and dust. 10-week program depends on the region of the country where 10211 E. Osborn Rd. Scottsdale AZ 85256 – Building #15 you live and what you are allergic to. Here in • Keep your indoor air clean by changing air the Sonoran Desert, trees, plants and flowers conditioning filters frequently. Indoor al- Select a Noon or Evening Session: start to bloom earlier than they do in colder lergens include pet dander, dust mites and Wednesday afternoon: 12 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. parts of the country. mold. Wednesday evening: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. There is no permanent cure for allergies, • Keep your indoor air dry with a dehumidi- but many different remedies can ease and fier. Being Active * Healthy Eating * Healthy Coping * Diabetes A to Z • Do not hang laundry outside. Pollen can Finding Solutions * Know Your Numbers * Know Your Medications help prevent the misery: • Start taking allergy medication at least a stick to sheets and towels. Control Your Diabetes week or two prior to the start of allergy • Finally, check the daily weather report for For more information contact Cheyenne Roanhorse, season. The head start can make allergy pollen forecasts and current pollen levels. CHR (480) 362-7496 season more bearable.

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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 9 Native Actor DeLanna Studi Visits Accelerated Learning Academy

Cherokee performance artist DeLanna Studi visited Salt River Schools’ Salt River Schools’ Accelerated Learning Academy group strike a pose for the camera. Accelerated Learning Academy on January 16. Studi was in the Valley for a performance at Arizona State University Kerr in Scottsdale. Studi spent about an hour with a group of ALA students on performance acting.

BY DALTON WALKER national tour. Studi also visited Native “reclaim our stories.” She broke the the future. O'odham Action News Health in Phoenix. students into two groups for a storytell- “It’s our job to promote, support and At ALA, Studi met with about a ing workshop, where each group de- celebrate each other,” she said. “Thank Cherokee citizen and actor DeLanna dozen students for an hour. She talked cided on a short act to perform for one you for taking a moment to be brave Studi met with students at Salt River about her acting career and her theater another. She encouraged creativity and and share your voice and story and Schools’ Accelerated Learning Acad- piece, which recounts a six-week jour- highlighted the long history of story- allow us to be silly together as a team. emy (ALA) on January 16. ney when she and her dad retraced the telling connected to Native people. For That means the world to me. Remem- Studi was in the Valley for her solo route of the Trail of Tears, the forced the Cherokee, Rabbit is a cultural hero, ber that—when you get silly, the world act theater piece called “And So We relocation in the 1830s of thousands a trickster that has taught her people opens up.” Walked: An Artist’s Journey Along the of Cherokee from their homelands to many lessons since time immemorial. To learn more about Studi and her Trail of Tears.” Studi, the niece of ac- Oklahoma. Studi acts out 27 different She encouraged the students to stay theater piece, visit http://delannastudi. tor Wes Studi, performed the piece on people in the performance. in touch with her and to reach out if com and follow her on social media January 17 at the Arizona State Univer- Studi encouraged the students to they happen to be in the same area in channels. sity Kerr Cultural Center as part of a

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10 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 Sharethe Love_OOdham_9.75x7.75.indd 1 1/21/20 1:59 PM continued from page 1 Hundreds Attend First Community Biometric Screening at Wellness Expo

BY TASHA SILVERHORN O’odham Action News [email protected]

The StrongLife Wellness Program held its first event of 2020 on Saturday, January 11 at the Salt River Clinic. More than 1,000 Salt River Pima-Mar- icopa Indian Community members and their immediate family members began standing in line shortly after 8 a.m. on the brisk morning. The doors opened at 9 a.m. for attendees to receive a biometric screening and a $100 gift card. Screenings lasted until 2 p.m. SRPMIC member Erica Harvier participates in the Unfortunately, some people had to be biometric screening at the Wellness Expo. turned away because of the very high turnout. Everyone who attended was served breakfast and lunch and enjoyed entertainment by DJ Tony S. and a bounce house for the children. More than 1,000 Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community members and their immediate family members There were 589 participants who attend the StrongLife Wellness Program’s Wellness Expo on Saturday, January 11, at the Salt River Clinic. received their biometric screening and information about the StrongLife Program, which followed the screening. They also had the option to participate in a five-minute training in the use of Narcan for patients with drug overdos- es; 289 people received Narcan kits. The 487 people who were unable to participate will be contacted in the future to attend a similar event with the same topics and a $100 gift card. The Five Pillars of the StrongLife program are family wellness, social and cultural wellness, emotional and spiritual wellness, physical wellness and financial wellness. For more information about the StrongLife Program and how SRPMIC members and their immediate family members can start earning points, call Youth and their families get their height, weight, blood Community Wellness Manager Toni pressure, heart rate, and A1C checked during the Harvier at (480) 362-6995 or visit SRP- biometric screening. MIC StrongLife Wellness on Facebook. Salt River Clinic staff give SRPMIC families a ﬁ ve minute Narcan training and provided participants with the medication that helps reverses the effects of a narcotic overdose.

SRPMIC members review the instructions of how to use Narcan.

Family Wellness Financial Wellness Physical Wellness Social and Cultural Emotional and Activities: Activities: Activities: Wellness Activities: Spiritual Wellness • Go on a family trip • Create your own fi nancial • Eat healthy foods • Try some culture-related Activities: • Visit the park, library and/ plan for per capita • Complete a schedule of arts and crafts • Become a mentor for a or museum • Attend a job fair physical workouts • Participate in learning Community youth • Hold a game night • Attend job counseling • Sign up for a walk or race O’odham and/or Piipaash SRPMIC families register for the biometrics screening • Take a yoga class for a $100 gift card. • Have a cookout • Attend a fi nancial educa- • Participate in traditional songs and traditional • Practice mindful medita- • Attend a family reunion tion class games dancing tion • Talk more together • Become debt-free • Try a new exercise • Participate in storytelling • Help someone in need • Update family photo • Create a retirement plan • Lose 10% of your body • Hike Red Mountain • Visit an elder albums • Improve your fi nancial weight • Learn about the SRPMIC • Pray • Research your family his- literacy by studying bud- • Drink water history • Start a gratitude journal tory geting and investing • Keep up on your medical • Support in a coming-out • Volunteer • Have family dinners • Seek higher education and dental exams ceremony • Make a vision board • Walk or jog • Prepare a traditional dish • Seek mental and behav- • Learn about nutrition • Learn basket weaving, ioral health treatment if shell etching, gourd mak- needed ing or any other traditional • Take time to do something craft SRPMIC members receive their $100 gift card after you love completing the biometric screening, information • Participate in a sweat presentation on the StrongLife Wellness Program and Narcan training. February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 11 Longtime SRPMIC Employees Recognized at Annual Employee Service Awards

YEARS OF SERVICE: 35 Kevin Makil Salt River Fire Department

YEARS OF SERVICE: 30 Johnny Acosta Salt River Fire Department Debra James Huhugam Ki Museum Dinah Miguel Court Administration Steve Wood Salt River Fire Department

YEARS OF SERVICE: 25 Susan Nayatewa Health and Human Services Jody Smith McKellips Inspections Theresa Antone Education Melinda Thomas Health and Human Services Verna Williams Court Administration

Members of the Salt River Fire Department at the 2019 Service Awards. (L-R) Fire Captain Robert Scabby, Fire Engineer John Bellefeuille, SRFD Chief Daryl Dash, Fire Engineer Joan Wood, Deputy Fire Chief-Safety & Support Kevin Makil, Fire Captain Steve Wood and Fire Captain Johnny Acosta.

BY DALTON WALKER SRPMIC Council members. Salt River “We count on our employees to serve The event was organized by Human O'odham Action News Fire Department Deputy Fire Chief this Community in a way that embrac- Resources. Kevin Makil celebrated his 35th year, es, promotes and supports the vision, Harvier talked about how the Com- More than 200 Salt River Pima-Mar- and fire captains Johnny Acosta and mission and values of the Community munity is often viewed as an economic icopa Indian Community tribal govern- Steve Wood celebrated 30 years. Mu- with the highest degree of professional- leader in Indian Country and how even ment employees were recognized for seum specialist Debra James and court ism and customer service possible,” nearby municipalities are looking at their dedication to the Community at administration bailiff and process server Meyers said. “It takes a very special Salt River’s economic development as the annual Service Awards luncheon on Dinah Miguel also celebrated 30 years. person to provide a high level of com- a potential model. He said part of the January 10. In all, 264 employees were invited to munity service year over year. Today reason for that is the tribal government Every year, SRPMIC acknowl- take part in the special luncheon. is an opportunity for us to recognize employees and their commitment to edges employees who have reached Community Manager Bryan Mey- you, our employees; to give thanks to bettering the Community. an anniversary milestone of five years ers was the event’s emcee. He read you, acknowledge your dedication, and “I want to say thank you for your or longer, with five-year increments. the Council’s vision statement before encourage you to continue serving this contributions to the Community. We The January event celebrated service reading off the employee names. He great Community to the best of your wouldn’t be where we are [today] with- achieved in 2019. explained the Community’s economic abilities.” out all of you,” Harvier said. Employees with 20 or more years of growth and success and that the long- SRPMIC President Martin Har- service received a special gift and were term employees’ commitment was part vier was a guest speaker and Council called to the front to shake hands with of that growth. member Wi-Bwa Grey gave a blessing.

Adult Basic Education-GED Senior Clerk Theresa Antone makes her way to the front of the Community Building to pick up her service award.

IT Infrastructure Manager Rosa Soto is congratulated by IT-Education Sr. Desktop Specialist James Osife is all smiles after Public Works Customer Service Supervisor Engineering and Construction Services Council members Deanna Scabby and Diane Enos. receiving his years of service award. Marcus Begay shakes hands with Council Division Manager-Const. Mgmt Steven member Deanna Scabby. Pokrzywka.

12 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 Verde Water Treatment Plant Update BY DALTON WALKER during the operation. Also, the O’odham Action News road that leads to and past the water plant site is being restored The old water treatment plant via chip sealing. at the foot of Red Mountain in For those familiar with that the Salt River Pima-Maricopa area, only a Salt River Proj- Indian Community has been ect building remains near the demolished, and the debris has former entrance to the power been removed. plant. That building couldn’t be The Verde Water Treatment removed because it powers parts Plant, off Fort McDowell Road of the nearby Fort McDowell and north of the Granite Reef Yavapai Nation. Diversion Dam, was built in The underground water pipe- 1948. Many people in the Valley line leading from the site will might not know it had been still remain for now. The pipeline standing all these years, as it sat goes through the Community to on tribal land that isn’t open to Scottsdale, near Beeline High- the general public. way and Indian School Road to Visitors to the Salt River in Dobson Road. vehicles are familiar with the The pipeline is more than complex, as many pass by it on five feet below ground. Work- the way to the river. For decades The Verde Water Treatment Plant, off Fort McDowell Road and north of the Granite Reef Diversion Dam, was built in 1948. ers traveled the pipeline route to water flowed from the plant to mark any structures or material customers in Phoenix, but it has visible above ground and con- been empty since 2011 as Phoe- nected to the pipes. These mate- nix leaders found other, cheaper, rials have since been removed, options for fresh water. Now the including manholes near the plant is gone. Arizona Canal, where the pipe- Mike Byrd, assistant director line runs under the water. of Public Works for Utilities and Back in the day, the treated Roads, said everything on the water from the plant bypassed site and below was removed. Community homes for the most A paid consultant was on-site part. However, Community resi- during demolition to make dents were able to pump water sure nothing was left behind or at s everal spigots and a small buried. pumping station along Indian The site is now being restored School Road. to its natural, pre-development The timeframe of the plant condition. Revegetation with removal was related to receiv- native plants is a top priority. ing the adequate permits from Salvador Garcia, senior proj- Fort McDowell, Byrd said. ect manager at Public Works, said another top priority was safety for visitors to the area Picture taken after the Verde Water Treatment Plant demolition and clean-up.

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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 13 Get Smart About Your Money: Financial Skills for Families Workshop BY JESSICA JOAQUIN O’odham Action News [email protected] Rank the following values beginning with what is most important to you (#1) working up to what is least important (#6). Welcome to February! We are 36 days into our New Year’s resolutions RANKING VALUES and goals. The “new year, new me” attitude has likely run its course for some Spending time with my family. out there, while others are still fighting the good fight. Congratulations to those who are sticking with it—and to those Earning a lot of money. who may have fallen off the wagon, you are not alone. Let’s get back up and try again. Making sure I have nice things. Many people tend to make resolutions that revolve around healthier eating habits, working out and spending Taking care of my health. more time with loved ones. While all of these are wonderful and empower- ing intentions, there is a part of life that Driving a nice car. is often overlooked, simply because people might not know where to start: The Financial Skills for Familes Workshop encourages Providing for my family members financial goals. attendees to participate in various activities. In this example, students design a creative ad focused on Not long ago, this reporter took a persuasion tactics that businesses use to attract workshop on just that. The five-week consumers. Financial Skills for Families Work- shop, which is offered by the Salt are some great takeaways. Finding Your Values. In this activ- standing and identifying the difference River Financial Services Institution, is Working in a Native Context. On ity, participants rate their personal between survival and luxury items puts a three-hour, one-night-a-week class day one, before any concept of money values in order of importance on a things into perspective and may help and a great starting point for gaining comes into the picture, students take scale of 1 to 5 (1 means very important curb impulse shopping because it re- control of your finances. part in a discussion of seasons in regard and 5 means least important; see the quires you to think before purchasing. “Everything starts with an under- to our Native ancestors. The “Circle of chart). Determining what is important Making a Spending Plan. This is standing of how important financial Life” activity brings Native survival to you requires you to think deeply and also known as a budget. Gathering all goal-setting is,” says Gracie Briones, front and center (see example). The reveals your financial habits. their monthly expenses, from utility SRFSI financial education training concept of planning for the future is en- Identifying Wants vs. Needs. In this bills to gas to groceries, participants coordinator and workshop instructor. grained in O’odham culture, because in activity, participants list all the things construct a plan for how to pay them. While the workshop is impossible to order for our ancestors to survive, they on which they intend to spend money For some, this can be intimidating and summarize in 500 words or less, here had to prepare for the seasons to come. this year and then divide them into two may appear restricting, but it prevents categories, wants and needs. Under- you from being caught off-guard finan- cially. Complete this exercise based on your traditional community. On the diagram below, list what your ancestors (elders) would Speed Dating. This is not actual harvest throughout the year. speed dating, but a fun activity in which attendees have three minutes Example: In the winter to early spring, Northwest tribes harvested venison such as deer and elk. They stopped in the early spring, when the young animals were born, to ensure the survival of the herd. to answer questions with each other, such as “Does your family talk about money?” “How do your parents/spouse SPRING SUMMER handle money” and “Did you have a example: Winter foods harvested and eaten example: Plant corn and squash financial role model growing up?” This activity proves that we are not alone in the journey to gain financial knowledge. The workshop also covers the basics Circle Of Life WINTER FALL example: Eat corn and squash example: Harvest corn and squash, but save for winter

“Everything starts with an understanding of how important ﬁ nancial goal-setting is.” (L-R) Alejandro Jimenez and Tristan Schurz work on their advertisement in which they have to include - Gracie Briones persuasion tactics. Financial Education Coordinator, SRFSI

The Financial Skills For Families workbook includes illustrations from Ricardo Cate from the Kewa Pueblo in New Mexico. Continued on page 15 14 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 Continued from page 14

Get Smart About Your Money: Fixed And Flexible Financial Skills for Families Workshop Expenses For Alejandro Jimenez, the class not only offered eye-opening knowledge, it Expenses can be put into two categories: Fixed and also meant a promise to share the impor- Flexible. Fixed expenses usually don’t change from month tance of knowing your finances with the to month. Flexible expenses can go up and down - and ones close to him. “It’s like a trick to life. [Financial skills more importantly, you can choose how much you want to are] an advantage to know because you’re spend on these each month! going to have to buy a house, you’re See Examples: going to have to buy a car, you’re going to have to get stuff in order to survive in society. This is information that has to be Fixed Expenses Flexible Expenses passed on.” So what’s the bottom line? Don’t think your situation is hopeless. You have • Rent • Groceries resources. You can learn and you can take control. • Car payments • Utilities “You can always come in and start • Loan Payments • Gas somewhere,” says Briones. Her objective through the workshop is to empower • Insurance premiums • Ceremonial costs Tristan Schurz presents his ad and points out the people to learn financial skills. “It’s a persuasion tactics he used. lifetime skill and it’s going to empower you to make wise financial decisions and of setting up a checking/savings account, come out on top.” identifying persuasion tactics in advertis- The next Financial Skills for Families ing, learning what interest is and how it five-week workshop starts in April. Watch “I was offered this works, avoiding predatory lending, and future issues of O’odham Action News how a “local economy” works. for dates and times when the information class a few years The particular workshop I took was becomes available. with three Community members. While ago and didn’t take Other services that this workshop is open to all, SRPMIC The curriculum of this workshop was SRFSI offers members receive priority. The classes developed by the First Nations Develop- it. I kind of regret include the following: had a casual, laid-back atmosphere and ment Institute and First Nations Oweesta there was no judgment regarding anyone’s Corporation. Gracie Briones is a certified it, thinking back on financial questions, situations or goals. instructor with the Salt River Financial • Individual Credit Counseling While my personal journey to financial Services Institution. it now. It could’ve • Homeownership Education freedom began a few years ago, the Finan- cial Skills for Families Workshop was an- saved me a lot of • New Build Home Mortgage other way for me to gain more knowledge and see a different way of thinking. money if I took it Loans For participant Tristan Schurz, it led For ﬁ nancial education to an important moment of reflection. “I inquiries, contact • Credit Builder Loans Financial Education Coordinator, back then instead of was offered this class a few years ago and • Small Business Loans didn’t take it. I kind of regret it, thinking Gracie Briones taking it now,” back on it now. It could’ve saved me a lot 480-362-7833 or of money if I took it back then instead of [email protected] - Tristan Schurz. taking it now,” said Schurz.

Example of a budget, aka, Spending Plan. February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 15 American Indian Adoption Explored in Documentary ʻBlood Memoryʼ Salt River Clinic Launches New Appointment BY TASHA SILVERHORN O’odham Action News [email protected] Reminder Notification

On Thursday, January 9, the Salt The new system reminds patients of River Pima-Maricopa Indian Commu- their appointments thru calls and text nity’s Family Advocacy Center hosted messaging a screening of the documentary Blood Memory, which explores the little- How the system works: known history of America’s Indian Adoption Era. The screening took place * Calls and text messages are sent two at the SRPMIC Community Building, with close to 90 people in attendance. days before the patient’s appointment. Attendees enjoyed Mexican food before the screening and later joined in a * Patients can confi rm, rescheduled or discussion on how the traumatic event cancel their appointment from the call has left a long-lasting impact on Native or text messaging. American communities. According to the website, “Blood * Patients who elect to cancel or Memory explores the battles over blood Close to 90 people attended the Blood Memory screening at the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community reschedulue their appointment will be quantum and the “best interest” attitude Building and participated in a discussion with Sandy White Hawk who was featured in the fi lm. called the next business day (to con- governing adoption at a time when nearly one-third of Native children U.S. Supreme Court case Adoptive fi rm the cancellation or to reschedule were removed from tribal communities Couple v. Baby Girl, which challenged the appointment). nationwide. As political scrutiny over modern implications of the 1978 Indian Indian children welfare intensifies, an Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The film * Confi rmation calls and text messages adoption survivor helps others find their ends with a Welcome Home ceremony run from 5-7 p.m., Monday thru Friday. way home through song and ceremony.” that White Hawk helped to organize. In the film, Sandy White Hawk tells The ceremony, held during a powwow, * When patients respond to their re- the story of how she was adopted at 18 welcomed back their people who had minder, our team receies that infor- months old, removed from her Sicangu been adopted or fostered out of their mation and it helps us to better plan Lakota relatives and taken 400 miles tribal community as children. and provide timely response when a away to live with a Christian missionary Following the film, White Hawk and couple. Growing up, she felt unworthy her husband blessed through smudging reschedule or cancellation is needed. of love, with no kinship or family sup- those in the audience who might have port as her cultural heritage had been been feeling the effects of the film, Behavioral Health and other HHS rejected. Later on, as she grew into an which possibly brought up old feelings Sandy White Hawk talks with SRPMIC members as services are panned to join in late 2020. they ask for advice and feedback on how to help adult, she found out her adoption was “a of being removed from their homes as children in the Community who are adopted get back part of a nationwide assimilative move- children or another traumatic event. to the Community. For additional information, comments ment that targeted American Indian A number of Community members or concerns, please call Timothy children.” She reconnected with her offered their thoughts and opinions evening by sharing her experiences Joyce, Clinic Administrator at (480) Lakota community, which empowered about the movie, shared their own about making the film. 362-7635. White Hawk to help other Adoption Era personal experiences, and even asked For more about the Blood Memory survivors restore their cultural identity. for advice on how to bring Community documentary, go to www.bloodmemo- The film also touches on the 2013 children back. White Hawk ended the rydoc.com. continued from page 1 25th Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day at Arizona State Capitol tions Address. Tohono O’odham Nation has 35,000 tribal citizens, with 2,000 Chairman Ned Norris Jr., Navajo Nation tribal citizens on the Mexico side of the President Jonathan Nez and Havasupai border. Tribe Vice Chairman Matthew Putesoy Norris encouraged tribes to closely were this year’s speakers. work together on issues that affect all of Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian them, like water rights, public safety and Community Council member Tom Largo economic development. gave an invocation. The Ira H. Hayes “We need to work together to protect Post 84 American Legion posted the our rich cultural heritage, which defines colors, and Miss Indian Arizona Audri- who we are,” he said. ana Adzaan Mitchell led the Pledge of Elected tribal leaders from across the Allegiance. state were in attendance, including SRP- Nez gave his address first, followed by MIC President Martin Harvier. Some Putesoy and Norris. Each lasted between elected state officials were also on hand 12 and 22 minutes. for the joint protocol. Arizona State Rep- Nez congratulated state-level elected resentative and Minority Whip Athena leaders who have recently completed the Salman and Arizona State Senator Juan first year of their term. “Our administra- Mendez posed for a photo with Largo, tion believes that change presents oppor- Harvier and members of the Young River tunity, the opportunity to work together People’s Council. and strengthen and empower our people After the addresses, lunch was provid- (L-R) Front: YRPC members Teegan Smith, Nalani Lopez, Sommer Lopez, SRPMIC President Martin Harvier in the community,” he said. ed on the Senate Lawn, where multiple and Arizona State Senator Juan Mendez. Back: Offi ce of Congressional & Legislative Affairs Manager One of Nez’s announcements was ad- Native organizations had set up infor- Angela Willeford, Arizona State Representative Athena Salman and SRPMIC Council Member Tom Largo. vancing renewable energy in the coming mational booths as part of the Resources years in the form of solar energy, which Fair. he said will create jobs. During the afternoon, two informa- Putesoy talked about uranium mining tional sessions took place at the Capitol and the potential damage to the Havasu- Museum. One focused on elders and the pai Tribe’s drinking water. “Contamina- other on missing and murdered Indig- tion would be a death sentence to my enous people, at which Salt River Police community,” he said. Department Chief Karl Auerbach was on The tribe recently began building its the panel. own high-speed internet connection, High school students were encouraged and Putesoy shared some of the benefits to participate in the Native Youth Know and its importance moving forward. He Forum, which went for most of the day said the tribe is working on a high-speed and introduced the youth to legislative charter high school. happenings. “Broadband bodes substantial promise to providing crucial services to our tribal members,” he said. Norris acknowledged the importance of the annual event. He also talked about Ak-Chin Indian Community Chairman Robert A number of booths were set up on the Arizona the history of the Tohono O’odham Na- Miguel speaks with Offi ce of Congressional & Capitol lawn. tion and its sister tribes. Norris said T.O. Legislative Affairs Manager Angela Willeford. 16 O'odham Action News February 6, 2020 TRIBAL DIRECTORY PREFIX FOR NUMBERS is “480” (UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED) SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY, 10,005 E. Osborn Road. Scottsdale, AZ 85256 www.srpmic-nsn.gov

TRIBAL COUNCIL...... 362-7466/ 7469 SALT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ...... 362-2400 Apprenticeship Training ...... 362-7950 S.R.E.S. Attendance Line ...... 362-2467 Community Jobs/Underfill Program ...... 362-7907 ADMINISTRATION SALT RIVER HIGH SCHOOL ...... 362-2000 Career Center ...... 362-7950 SRPMIC Main Number ...... 362-7400 S.R.H.S Attendance Line ...... 362-2052 Day Work Program ...... 362-7907 Lease/Funeral Loan Assistance ...... 362-7400 Salt River Food Service ...... 362-2077 Employment & Training (W.I.A.) ...... 362-7950 Minors Trust Funds Information ...... 362-7677 College and Careers ...... 362-2521 Special Needs Resources ...... 362-7844 Lieu/State Sales Tax Exemptions ...... 362-7400 Accelerated Learning Academy (ALA) ...... 362-2130 Food Services Manager ...... 362-7462 I.T. SERVICE DESK ...... 362-7555 Executive Administration ...... 362-7495 ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION SERVICES (ECS) ...... 362-7900 Cybersecurity Hotline ...... 362-7770 BUDGET & RECORDS ...... 362-7475 SHRRP Program Hotline ...... 362-7800 OFC OF CONGRESSIONAL/ LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS ...... 362-7520 Compliance Hotline ...... 362-7910 JUDICIAL CENTER Young River People’s Council ...... 362-7527 Community Court ...... 362-6315 OFFICE OF SELF-GOVERNANCE ...... 362-7479 FAMILY ADVOCACY CENTER ...... 362-5425 Jury Line ...... 362-6345 VETERANS REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE ...... 362-7884 Defense Advocate Office ...... 362-5660 Veteran’s Hall ...... 362-5771 FINANCE ...... 362-7700 Office of the Prosecutor ...... 362-5400 Accounts Payable ...... 362-7340 Salt River Legal Services ...... 362-5670 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (CDD)...... 362-7600 Cashier/Water Billings ...... 362-7720 Economic Development Division (EDD) ...... 362-7600 P-Card ...... 362-5448 OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL ...... 362-7450 Lease Information/Business License ...... 362-7600 Payroll ...... 362-7715 Planning Services Division (PSD) ...... 362-7600 Per Capita ...... 362-7710 OFFICE OF THE TREASURER ...... 362-7402 Special Use Permits/Land Planning/Zoning ...... 362-7600 Per Capita Information Line ...... 362-7480 Membership/Real Property Division (MRPM) ...... 362-7600 Leases ...... 362-7730 POLICE DEPARTMENT.....EMERGENCY....SPECIFY Membership Services ...... 362-7600 Lease Payout Recording ...... 362-7780 “SR DISPATCH”...... 9-1-1 (Identification Cards, CDIB’s, Enrollment Applications) Unclamined Property ...... 362-7225 Non-Emergency ...... 850-9230 Realty Services ...... 362-7600 Purchasing ...... 362-5730 Administration ...... 850-8200 Land Inventories/Homesites (Allotted)/ Gift Deeds/Appraisals362-7600 Warehouse ...... 362-5620 Lehi District Station Probates ...... 362-7600 Vendor Maintenance ...... 362-7729 Indian Bend District Station Environmental Protection & Natural Resources (EPNR) ... 362-7600 Indian School District Station EPNR Hotline ...... 362-7500 FIRE DEPARTMENT...... Emergency 9-1-1 Field Operations Supervisors ...... 850-9230 Residential Resources Division ...... 362-7600 Administration ...... 362-7290 Dispatch ...... 850-9230 Residential Rentals (HOUSING) ...... 362-7600 Station 291 (Osborn) ...... 362-7291 Field Operations (Patrol, Traffic, Rangers) ...... 850-8200 Salt River Financial Services ...... 362-7600 Station 292 (Lehi) ...... 362-7292 Investigations ...... 362-5437 Discover Salt River ...... 362-2700 Station 293 (Indian Bend) ...... 362-7293 Narcotics ...... 607-1939 Talking Stick Entertainment District ...... 362-2700 Station 294 (Indian School) ...... 362-7294 Professional Standards Bureau ...... 362-6308/6371 Fire Prevention Office ...... 362-7585 Property & Evidence Bureau ...... 362-5469 COMMUNITY REGULATORY AGENCY ...... 362-5450 Emergency Management ...... 362-7927 Public Information Office...... 362-7775 Director,Gaming/Regulatory ...... 362-5451 Training ...... 362-6692 Records Bureau ...... 362-6370 Assistant Director, Gaming/Regulatory ...... 850-4002 Traffic Enforcement Bureau ...... 362-7850 Licensing Manager ...... 362-2745 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES CUFF/Silent Witness ...... 1-800-713-2833 Compliance Manager ...... 850-4003 HHS Administration ...... 362-5500 CRA Regulatory Operations Mgr. HHS Environmental Health Program ...... 362-5706 PUBLIC WORKS ...... 362-5600 - Talking Stick Resort ...... 270-5568 Diabetes Prevention Services ...... 362-7320 Lehi Community Center (Receptionist) ...... 362-7566 CRA Regulatory Operations Mgr. Health Educator Memorial Hall Office ...... 278-7050 - Casino AZ at Salt River ...... 850-4083 WOLF Fitness Center Xalychidom Piipaash Nyvaash ...... 362-7410 Machine Compliance Supervisor ...... 850-4000 Lehi Fitness Center Alcohol Beverage Licensing/ Benefits Services...... 362-6880 SENIOR SERVICES ...... 362-6350 Special Investigations Supervisor ...... 362-6389 HHS Prevention & Intervention Services ...... 362-7350 Adult Protective Service ...... 362-2707 Financial/Medical Assistance Caregiver Program ...... 362-7687 COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE ...... 362-7740 Housing Services Support Services ...... 362-7990 Announcements/ Social Media ...... 362-7740 Health Education Food Services ...... 362-6971 Digital Signage ...... 362-7733/7921 W.I.C (Women, Infants & Children) Transportation ...... 362-5672 Events ...... 362-6805/7740 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION ...... 362-5707 Household Computer Program ...... 362-7740 Adult & Family Services SOCIAL SERVICES ...... 362-5645 Media Relations ...... 362-6973 Children & Family Services Family Preservation Service O'odham Action News (OAN) ...... 362-7750 Clinical Supervision/Assessment Foster/Kinship Care Unit OAN Advertising ...... 362-7362 Crisis Intervention Team ...... 850-9230 C.P.S...... 362-2600 Journey to Recovery ...... 362-5640 Life Enhancement & Resource Network (LEARN) ...... 362-5680 CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Social Detox Residential Group Homes ...... 362-6390 C.R.D. Administration ...... 362-6325 SALT RIVER INTEGRATED HEALTH CARE ...... 946-9066 Young Adult Independent Living Program ...... 362-6390 Community Garden Program (SR Clinic) Food Distribution Center ...... 362-7277 Tribal Historic Preservation Program Dental Clinic...... 946-9103 Helping Hands Thrift Store ...... 362-5625 O’odham Piipaash Language Program Pharmacy ...... 946-9227 Huhugam Ki: Museum ...... 362-6320 Pharmacy Reﬁ ll Line ...... (602) 200-5384 ADDITIONAL NUMBERS Museum Repository ...... 362-6342 Psychiatry/ Psychology Services...... 362-5704 Ba’ag Ceksan (Marriott Courtyard) ...... 745-8200 WELLNESS CENTER...... 362-5555 Casino Arizona at McKellips ...... 850-7777 COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL SERVICES-SOCIAL DIVISION C.H.R. Program Talking Stick Resort/ Casino ...... 850-7777 Main ...... 362-6360 ASK a Nurse Program (call or text) ...... 362-6619 IFly ...... 712-4359 Lehi Gymnasium ...... 362-7694 Transportation Services ...... 362-5655 TopGolf ...... 240-2402 Lehi Aquatics Center ...... 362-7696 Butterfly Wonderland ...... 800-3000 Pi-Copa Gymnasium Concession ...... 362-7692 WAY OF LIFE FACILITY (WOLF)...... 362-6800 Chevron Station - Via De Ventura ...... 362-1588 S.R. Pool ...... 362-7693 Community Recreational Services...... 362-2736 Hampton Inn & Suites ...... 270-5393 Salt River Tribal Library ...... 362-6600 Beeline Hwy Pit Stop ...... 291-6585 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS ...... 362-7200 Recreation Athletics Division ...... 362-2736 On-Auk-Mor Smoke Shops Youth Services Department (WOLF) ...... 362-6390 McDowell Road Store...... 945-4116 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION/FLEET MANAGEMENT After-School & Daily Den Programs ...... 362-6390 McKellips Road Store ...... 949-0971 Main Number ...... 362-7315 Early Enrichment Program ...... 362-6390 Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PMIC) ...... 602-263-1200 Mass Transit ...... 362-7310 VA II Clubhouse ...... 362-7426 Piipash Creek Shell ...... 947-6400 Work Order Desk ...... 362-7314 Lehi Boys & Girls Club ...... 850-4453 Round House Cafe ...... 362-5537/5538 Red Mountain Boys & Girls Club ...... 947-1798 Great Hearts Academy -Pima ...... 424-1790 DIALYSIS CENTER ...... 362-1044 Senior Services (WOLF) ...... 362-2630 Noah Webster Schools -Pima ...... 291-6900 DPP Fitness Center (WOLF) ...... 362-7320 Saddleback Communications EDUCATION DEPARTMENT ...... 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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 17 Salt River Community Recreational Services Presents FREE Spay/ FEBRUARY Neuter and RUN/WALK FOR COUNCIL Vaccine Clinic for THE LUCK OF IT ‘20 DISTRICT MEETING Dogs and Cats Saturday, March 21 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 ______Baptisto Teen Center, near Salt River Ballfi eld - Continental Breakfast 1839 N Longmore Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 - End of Race Treats - WellPath Points * Please bring work badge* ______SPAY/NEUTER AVAILABLE BY Pre-Register NOW or On-site Registration at 7:30 a.m. 15 DISTRICT A MEETING (COUNCIL MEMBER DIANE ENOS), 9 a.m. at Salt River Council APPOINTMENT Saturday, March 21, 2020 (602)730-2092 Run / Walk 8 a.m. Chambers. Leave a detailed message. Salt River Community Building We will call you to fi nalize your First 150 registers will receive a shirt. 18 LEHI DISTRICT MEETING (COUNCIL MEM- surgery time. BERS DEANNA SCABBY & MICHAEL DAL- VACCINES & MICROCHIPS For more information contact Community Recreational Services Athletics LAS, SR.) 6 p.m., Lehi Community Building. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (480)362-6365 No appointment necessary if your pets ONLY need vaccines 24 DISTRICT E MEETING (COUNCIL MEMBER or a microchip. THOMAS LARGO SR.) 6 p.m. at WOLF- Muti- OTHER SERVICES POSITION OPENINGS /OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC Purpose Room 56. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Wellness Exams 25 DISTRICT D MEETING (COUNCIL MEMBER Flea & Tick Treatment POSITION DEADLINE WI-BWA GREY), 10 a.m. at Salt River Council Nail Trims Pet Food & Supplies Chambers. Police Officer (Recruit) 2/15/20 NAGI foundation offers a variety Senior Project Manager (Facilities) 2/15/20 of animal services, behavioral health Water Distribution Worker II Continuous supports, and family resources that coincide with traditional values of First Nations communities. candidate. Our Animal Health Clinics offer FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE NOTE: NO DISTRICT B/C MEETING (COUNCIL MEMBERS POSITIONS PLEASE CONTACT THE HR In order to obtain consideration for Community free medical services and pet supplies ARCHIE KASHOYA & CHERYL DOKA) to all Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian RECRUITMENT DIVISION AT (480) 362-7925 member/Native American preference, applicant for the month of Community members To apply for any of these positions a completed must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or February. CIB which indicates enrollment in a Federally SRPMIC Employment Application is required. CONNECT WITH US A resume may supplement an application Recognized Native American Tribe by one of the Please call the Council Secretaries (480) 362-7466 (602) 730-2092 [email protected] however, a resume alone will not be considered. following methods: or 362-7469 to confi rm DISTRICT MEETING time STAY UP TO DATE ON ALL NAGI EVENTS IN Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will 1) attach to application and location. THE COMMUNITY FIND US ON FACEBOOK! be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be 2) fax (480) 362-5860 www.facebook.com/nagifoundation required to pass a pre-employment background/ 3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources. fi ngerprint check. Employees are subject to Documentation must be received by position random drug and alcohol testing. closing date. “SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affi rmative • The IHS/BIA CIB form is not accepted. Helping Hands Thrift Store Action Employer” Preference will be given to a • Your Tribal ID must be submitted to HR- qualifi ed Community Member, then a qualifi ed Recruitment-Two Waters. Native American and then other qualifi ed February 2020 Winter Clearance Sale SENIOR SERVICES RECREATION Sale days on the 7, & 11 ACTIVITY CALENDAR 2/18 Tuesday $ 1.00 a bag ***FEBRUARY 2020*** 2/19 Wednesday Free Day Contact Erin Manuel at (480) 362-7367 [email protected]

FRIDAY, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. SR/Lehi/WOLF FEBRUARY 7 SR/Lehi/WOLF SATURDAY, MONDAY-FRIDAY, 8:30 A.M.- 4:30 P.M. Bring a Prize Potluck and FEBRUARY 15 Phone: (480) 362-5625 Bingo 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. SDCAC Meeting Working Senior Renaissance Lehi Comm. Blg. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fair Lehi Comm. Bldg. 11 a.m. - 4 pm SATURDAY, Limit 8 L* Memorial Services & Cemeteries FEBRUARY 8 WEDNESDAY, -PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT- No Event FEBRUARY 12 MONDAY, Open Craft FEBRUARY 17 The death of a loved one is a very difﬁ cult time, the staff at Memorial Hall and Xalychidom MONDAY, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. SR/Lehi/ Presidents Day Center Closed FEBRUARY 10 WOLF Piipaash Nyvaash (MH/XPN) job is to help make it just a little bit easier. Burial assistance is ASU Softball Game TUESDAY, offered to all enrolled members of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Limit 15 L* FEBRUARY 13 Open Craft LOCATIONS Valentine’s Day Dinner and 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MEMORIAL HALL XALYCHIDOM PIIPAASH NYVAASH TUESDAY, Dance 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. SR/Lehi/WOLF FEBRUARY 11 SR Comm. Bldg. 9849 East Earll Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 3660 North Horne Road, Mesa, AZ Movie Day WEDNESDAY, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 SERVICES PROVIDED CONTRACTED MORTUARIES Limit 15 L* FEBRUARY 14 Movie Day Wake Services | Funeral Services Contact Memorial Services to receive In-house Movie Day 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Memorial Services contract approval to work with mortuaries. Valentine’s Day Card Making 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Limit 15 L* CEMETERY REQUESTS Bunker Family Funerals & Cremation Headboard Replacement | Restore Mound on TRIPS & EVENTS SIGN-UP (480) 964-8686 Gravesite | Concrete Headstone Slabs Remember to Sign-Up immediately for this month’s trips or events as they do fill up fast. Deadlines for each trip & event is one (1) week prior to date of the trip or event. Please notify our Front Office if you Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home do not receive a receipt or call back of your trip or event sign-up. (L-Lottery Pick Participants) & Mortuary CEMETERY CREW (602) 276-3601 Cemetery Crew Hours: 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. / Tuesday thru Saturday Meldrum Mortuary & Cremation (480) 278-7050 (480) 834-9255 O'ODHAM ACTION NEWS Hours may vary according to SUBSCRIPTION Funeral Services Schedule Providing a hospitable place to honor loves ones at the end of life’s journey. Enrolled SRPMIC MEMBERS sign up for your FREE O'odham Action Newspaper subscription. Call Deborah Stoneburner Main Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. at Memorial Hall at (480) 362-7439 and provide your 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Phone number (480) 278-7050 SRID number, DOB and address. Once Gang-related apparel and behavior will not be tolerated in Memorial Hall ~ Xalychidom Piipaash Nyvaash or information is veriﬁ ed, it may take up to the surrounding area. Any and all applicable drug and alcohol ordinances shall be strictly enforced, including law enforcement if necessary. Section 6-7(b)(6) of the SRPMIC Code of Ordinances. 2 - 3 issues to process.

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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 19 LEGAL NOTICES 9, 2020 at 3 p.m. SANTO, BLAINE GAIL - Review FAILURE TO APPEAR CAN WARREN TYLER GEORGE - Cause Hearing Case: C-19-0171 JUVENILE COURT Hearing Case: J-14-0016/0017 Probate Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court Date: March 2, 2020 at 10 ENOS, JESSICA RENEE - Review AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS Court Date: February 11, 2020 at a.m. JURISDICTION: Hearing Case: J-18-0130-0132 Court Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian 1:30 p.m. Court Date: February 18, 2020 at BAPTISTO SR., ANGELO TERRY DEWAKUKU, RAYNA ANN - STONE, SHAWNA - Entry of Default Community Court, Address: 9 a.m. SAUNDERS, MATTHEW DAVID - - Civil Complaint Hearing Case: Probate Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Judgement Case: C-19-0159 Court 10040 East Osborn Rd., Evidentiary Guardianship Hearing Date: March 9, 2020 at 9 a.m. GOODWIN, LEVI JON - Review C-20-0017 Court Date: March 4, Court Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. Case: J-19-0129 Court Date: March Scottsdale, AZ 85256 Hearing Case: J-12-0003 Court 2020 at 11 a.m. SPEX, DAMON BRUCE - Initial CONTACT: (480) 362-6315 11, 2020 at 11: a.m. DINI, LATAISHA DEANETTE - Date: March 17, 2020 at 9 a.m. BRADLEY, ANASTASIA Bond Forfeiture Hearing Case: Guardianship Hearing Case: CF- All Juvenile Court Cases report to STEPP, ANNLYNN MAE - Review 19-0168 Court Date: February 12, HILL SR., NEHEMIAH LAMUEL - DEANDRA - Probate Hearing T-17-0178 Court Date: March 5, Courtroom #3 on the 1st Floor. Hearing Case: J-12-0006 Court Review Hearing Case: J-12-0006 Case: P-20-0008 Court Date: March 2020 at 2 p.m. 2020 at 2 p.m. FAILURE TO APPEAR CAN Date: March 26, 2020 at 10 a.m. Court Date: March 26, 2020 at 10 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. FULWILDER JR. PENROSE TASHQUINTH, JACOB RAY - AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS VEST, JACOB SEAN - Review a.m. CECIL - Visitation Hearing Case: Restraining Order Hearing Case: Hearing Case: J-19-0042/0043 BRADLEY, BREANNA DEIDRA - KAVOKA, JESSICA ANN - CF-20-0022 Court Date: March 11, R-19-0071 Court Date: March 2, Court Date: March 18, 2020 at 10 Probate Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Evidentiary Guardianship Hearing 2020 at 9 a.m. 2020 at 4 p.m. CACHORA, MELISSA FAYTHE - a.m. Court Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. Evidentiary Guardianship Hearing Case: J-19-0172 Court Date: March BRADLEY, RAYMONT JAUREGUI, ANGELICA LAURA THOMAS, GRACE LEA - Probate Case: J-19-0129 Court Date: March 2, 2020 at 10 a.m. WALKER, KASHEEN LASSALE Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court - Disposition Hearing Case: J-19- KEYSHAWN METRIUS - Probate - Order to Show Cause Hearing 11, 2020 at 11 a.m. LEWIS, ROSEMARY RACHAEL - Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. 0188-0191 Court Date: February Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court Case: C-19-0031 Court Date: Review Hearing Case: J-19- CARPENTER, CE:DAGI JU:K - 11, 2020 at 9 a.m. Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. February 26, 2020 at 11 a.m. THOMAS, KURT ISAAC - Initial 0131/0132 Court Date: March 23, Review Hearing Case: J-12- Child Support Hearing Case: 2020 at 10 a.m. WHITEWOLF, EVERON HESTON BURKE, DANIEL BRYAN - KING, GINA LOUISE - Evidentiary 0144/0145/J-19-0055 Court Date: CFCS-20-0004 Court Date: - Disposition Hearing Case: J-13- Paternity Hearing Case: CF-20- Guardianship Hearing Case: CF-19- March 17, 2020 at 10 a.m. LOPEZ, SHAWN RUIZ - Evidentiary 0165 Court Date: March 16, 2020 0018 Court Date: March 11, 2020 0122 Court Date: March 18, 2020 February 26, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. Guardianship Hearing Case: J-20- CHIAGO SR., VINCENT VERNON at 10 a.m. at 1:30 p.m. at 1:30 p.m. THOMAS, MATTHEW - Probate LEE - Review Hearing Case: J-16- 0003 Court Date: March 17, 2020 Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court 0173/0174/0175 Court Date: March at 9 a.m. CRUZ, JUAN - Evidentiary MANUEL, ISAIAH DILLON - Guardianship Hearing Case: CF-19- Restraining Order Hearing Case: Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. 19, 2020 at 10 a.m. LOPEZ, SHAWN RUIZ - Review 0131 Court Date: March 4, 2020 at R-20-0017 Court Date: February Hearing Case: J-19-0016 Court CIVIL COURT THOMAS, XAVIER - Probate CHIAGO SR., VINCENT VERNON 10 a.m. 26, 2020 at 4 p.m. LEE - Evidentiary Guardianship Date: July 6, 2020 at 10 a.m. JURISDICTION: Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court Hearing Case: J-19-0156 Court DEWAKUKU, DEENA - Probate MILLER III, ROBERT LEE - Bond Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. MORATAYA SR., CESILIO - Review Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Forfeiture Hearing Case: T-17-0178 Date: February 18, 2020 at 11 a.m. Hearing Case: J-18-0180 Court Hearing Case: P-20-0008 Court VALLES SR., ROBERT ANTHONY Community Court, Address: Court Date: March 5, 2020 at 2 p.m. Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. - Divorce Hearing Case: D-20-0005 CONGER, CHERELLE LEE - Date: March 9, 2020 at 3 p.m. 10040 East Osborn Rd., OLIVAS SR., JESSE D. - Child Court Date: March 3, 2020 at 1:30 Protective Custody Hearing Case: SALAZAR JR., JOSE - Evidentiary DEWAKUKU, DEMETRA ANN - Scottsdale, AZ 85256 Support Hearing Case: C-20-0006 p.m. J-20-0032 Court Date: February 12, Guardianship Hearing Case: J-19- CONTACT: (480) 362-6315 Probate Hearing Case: P-20-0008 2020 at 1:30 p.m. 0172 Court Date: March 2, 2020 at Court Date: March 5, 2020 at 3 p.m. Court Date: February 12, 2020 at Civil Court Cases Report to 1:30 p.m. ENOS, CLAUNCEY - Review Hearing 10 a.m. Courtroom #1/#2 on the 1st Floor. DEWAKUKU, DEMETRIUS Case: J-18-0180 Court Date: March SCHURZ, LARRY - Order to Show DEFAULT NOTICES 21ST MORTGAGE CORP. To add an v. GUSTAVO CAREAGA IN LOVING MEMORY C-19-0149 DEFAULT NOTICE contact To: Gustavo Careaga, RESPONDENT 1. A Complaint / Petition has been fi led against you in this O'odham Action News at Court and your immediate attention to this fact is urgent (480) 362-7750 or if you do not want judgment entered against you. 2. The Court record refl ects that you have failed to respond to defend by fi ling an answer, motion to dismiss, request E-mail: for extension of time or other responsive pleading and you have failed to attend hearings at the Court called for deborah.stoneburner@ this matter. 3. If you do not defend against this suit within Thirty (30) srpmic-nsn.gov days from the date the Process Server hands you this or you are served with it otherwise as permitted under the Community Code, the Court may enter default judgment against you. 4. A default judgment may have serious, adverse, and irreversible consequences against you. 5. If you want to defend against the claim and avoid default judgment entered against you, you must fi le a written answer, motion to dismiss or other responsive pleading within thirty (30) days from when you are served with this Notice. The Court will not extend time for your response and you must make your response in writing, no oral responses will be accepted 6. If you do nothing, the Court may give Judgment for what the Complaint demands. (Section 5-16.1, Judgment by Default)

DATED this 31th of December 2019 CLERK OF COURT - SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA COMMUNITY COURT

Apprenticeship Training Program MEDICAL BILLING & CODING APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Monday February 3, 2020 APPLICATIONS DUE DATE: Friday, February 28, 2020 by 5 p.m. (No Exceptions) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Applicant MUST HAVE a High School Diploma or G.E.D • 18 years or older • Tribal Enrollment Identifi cation/C.I.C. Certifi cation (Original) • Social Security Card (Original & Signed) • Doctor’s physical Statement • State Identifi cation Card (Non-Native) • Due to certifi cation requirements, extensive background history required (No felonies. Misde- meanors will be reviewed case by case) PROGRAM SUMMARY 7-MONTHS RELATED CLASSROOM TRAINING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: • Ensure the quality & accuracy of medical records & billing • Provide administrative support within the workplace O'ODHAM ACTION NEWS DEADLINES • Interaction with physicians & assistants to ensure accuracy • Maintaining patent confi dentiality & information security ISSUE DEADLINE AT NOON • Preparation for certifi cation testing APR 2 MAR 20 Starting February 3, 2020 applications can be picked up at Community Employment Two Waters - APR 16 APR 3 Building B - First Floor MAY 7 AOR 17 Offi ce Hours: Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. MAY 21 MAY 8 CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT ARIZONA COLLEGE CAMPUS (MESA, AZ) PROGRAM PROVIDES DAILY TRANSPORTATION TO SITE APPLICANTS WILL GO THROUGH AN INTERVIEW PROCESS. THOSE JUNE 4 MAY 22 SELECTED ARE SUBJECT TO A BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINT & DRUG SCREEN JUNE 18 JUNE 5

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS ARE DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2020 BY 5 P.M. SEND INFORMATION TO DODIE MANUEL at [email protected] OR For more information, please contact Community Employment at (480) 362-7950. JESSICA JOAQUIN at [email protected] For more information please call (480) 362-7750.

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SALT RIVER DAY SCHOOL. The students are arround 14 years of age, the teacher was Mr. Walkingstick. Of this class only ﬁ ve are living. Can you guess who we are or who’s who? All events held at the Special thanks to Christina Ray for submitting the photo. Casino Arizona For more information, Human Resources Office please contact:

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February 6, 2020 O'odham Action News 21 SRPMIC 2020 BOARD VACANCIES 12% GAMING CONTRIBUTIONS 1.Pick up an application from LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION COMMITTEE LAND MANAGEMENT BOARD MISS SALT RIVER PAGEANT the Salt River Pima-Maricopa (1) COMMUNITY MEMBER – LEHI (1) ENROLLED COMMUNITY (2) COMMUNITY MEMBER COMMITTEE Indian Community Administration REPRESENTATIVE MEMBER REPRESENTATIVES (2) BOARD MEMBER POSITIONS Department front desk or e-mail your (1) REPRESENTATIVE WITH LAW Purpose: The purpose of this position As a Community Member Representative, AVAILABLE request to ardell.moore@srpmic-nsn. ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE/ is to provide guidance on how the Salt the desired qualities and responsibilities are Qualifi cations: gov or [email protected]. BACKGROUND River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community as follows: 1.Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson 2.Fill out the application (1) COMMUNITY MEMBER YOUTH (21 (Community) shall administer the annual 12% must be enrolled members of the Salt completely. INCOMPLETE AND/OR - 25 YEARS OLD) gaming contributions realized through the •Serve under the direction of the SRPMIC River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. UNSIGNED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT QUALIFICATIONS: passage of Proposition 202 within the State of Tribal Council 2.All remaining Committee members BE CONSIDERED. •Be willing to serve a three-year term. Arizona (State) and the execution of the State •Attend Meetings on the fi rst and third must be enrolled in a federally 3.Submit application by 5:00pm by •Be willing and able to regularly attend Gaming Compact (Compact) at Section 12b. Monday of each month and when special recognized tribe. the closing date. meetings. The Compact requires that distributions by meetings arise 3.All members of the Miss Salt River 4.Any questions, contact the •Have knowledge of the Community’s the Community need to benefi t cities, towns, •Attend Public Hearings as scheduled by Pageant Committee must submit to and Council Secretary at 480-362-7466 or vision and land issues. and counties within the State. the LMB. successfully pass a background check 362-7465 or 362-7400. •Experience in some of the following areas Duties: •Make committed decisions for the and drug test, including random drug would be helpful (required if applying •Committee works with local governments SRPMIC, O’Odham and Piipaash Culture. testing as conducted by the Salt River for Law Enforcement Representative): and qualifi ed non-profi t organizations •Responsible to make recommendations Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Law Enforcement, SRPMIC Code of to make annual recommendations to on proposals submitted for the 4.All members must possess a valid DEADLINE TO APPLY BY: Ordinances. the SRPMIC Council for 12% gaming development of land within the boundaries Arizona driver’s license and maintain February 28, 2020 REQUIRED: distributions. of SRPMIC. adequate automobile insurance as Additionally, applicants will be required •Committee solicits brief status reports, •Follow procedures according to SRPMIC required by the State of Arizona and GAMING REGULATORY BOARD to authorize the SRPD to investigate his/ in writing, from current year participants Code of Ordinances Section 17-7. must be insurable under the risk (1) COMMUNITY MEMBER her background through the National Crime to obtain information on the progress of •Obtain a paid stipend for each meeting management standards of the Salt River REPRESENTATIVE Information Center and the AZ Criminal on-going projects. attended. Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Information Center. Applicants must consent •Committee meets to explore potential •Serve a (3) three-year term. Duties: The Board is primarily responsible for and pass a drug screening/fi ngerprinting and projects and/or programs for the upcoming The Miss Salt River Pageant Committee oversight of the SRPMIC gaming operations sign a Code of Ethics statement. year that are within the Community’s shall assist the reigning Jr. Miss Salt River to assure compliance with rules and If selected, prior to being seated on the program categories. GAMING ENTERPRISE BOARD and Miss Salt River in participating in events regulations. LEC, shall execute a sworn affi davit that •Committee meets to fi nalize all VACANCIES and in representing the Salt River Pima- certifi es that s/he has: detailed guidelines for detailed proposal (2) COMMUNITY MEMBER Maricopa Indian Community. Such duties *Must be able to commit to a three (3) - No current outstanding warrants submissions. REPRESENTATIVES shall include: year term. from any jurisdiction or currently under •Committee contacts all potential Must be an enrolled member of SRPMIC 1.Identify and schedule events for *Must be able to attain a gaming license investigation in any jurisdiction. recipients that are known to the Committee to apply. participation. which includes a background check and - No misdemeanor criminal history for the and notify such potential recipients of the The Gaming Enterprises Board is 2.Chaperone, when available, Jr. Miss fi ngerprinting. previous four (4) years in any jurisdiction. Community’s requirements for submittal of responsible for adopting policies and Salt River and Miss Salt River to local - Never have been convicted of a felony proposals. procedures, approving budgets, and and out-of-state events. DESIRED QUALITIES: from any jurisdiction. •Committee reviews each proposal and reviewing the business results of the division 3.Prepare and conduct active recruitment •Follow procedures according to - No more than two (2) moving traffi c makes detailed recommendations to the of gaming. for the positions of Jr. Miss Salt River SR Ordinance 449-2014 (See www. violations within the last year in any Community Council on which proposals Knowledge of gaming management, and Miss Salt River. SRPMIC-nsn.gov, Code of Ordinances, jurisdiction. to fund. restaurant, hotel, convention, resort 4.Actively recruit volunteers to participate Chapter 15.5-14) - Not been terminated from a Police Requirements: operations, banking or fi nance is helpful. in meetings and events. •Knowledge of SRPMIC Gaming Department, SRP-MIC Department of Attend/participate in all the 12% meetings. 5.Actively seek funding and scholarship Ordinance and State Compact Corrections from any jurisdiction, for any Participate in the selection process of all Candidates must be willing to: resources. •Knowledge of National Indian Gaming reason; & No termination from any place potential recipients. Term of Service Term •Serve a 2-year term. 6.Other duties necessary as a MSRP Commission (NIGC) Regulations of employment for reasons involving moral duration 1-3 years. Stipend: Committee •Attend regular board meetings held on committee member. •Knowledge of the Community’s vision turpitude. members do not receive any stipends the last Tuesday of each month at 4:30 Terms: •Background in gaming and/or legal The purpose of the Law Enforcement p.m. The Miss Salt River Pageant Committee experience Commission is to aid in the effective, •Attend special board meetings held members serve a 2-year term. •Be able to attend regularly scheduled effi cient and objective provision of police SALT RIVER COMMUNITY on the second Tuesday of each month Meetings: Attend monthly, regular, and meetings and special meetings if and corrections services to members and CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION BOARD at 4:30 p.m. There may also be other special meetings as necessary. needed. residents of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Board Members Needed!! special board meetings called as Other: Must be willing to help during Indian Community (SRPMIC). Are you creative? Are you resourceful? necessary. pageant week.Knowledge of the Pima and Board members are compensated a The Law Enforcement Commission shall Are you innovative? •Have knowledge of the Community’s Maricopa cultures a plus. stipend for regularly scheduled and/or special assist the SRPMIC Police Department and Apply for a board seat the Children’s called meetings. vision. •Members will receive a paid stipend for the Department of Corrections by acting Foundation for Salt River Pima-Maricopa regular and special meetings. as a liaison with the Community in matters Indian Community. PLEASE NOTE: involving the SRP-MIC Police Department The Foundation was created to raise The appointed applicant will be subject and the Department of Corrections’ needs money and disperse the money for the benefi t to an extensive background check in order to and concerns. Commissioners receive a of children of the SRPMIC. Qualifi cations: obtain the necessary gaming license. stipend for meetings and approved activities Dedicated towards the purpose of the related to Commission duties. foundation. – Offer creative, positive IMPORTANT NOTE: There is an ideas and input to help reach goals for the application specifi cally for the Law foundation. -Able to attend regular and Enforcement Board. When picking up special called meetings. an application make sure you inform You can obtain an application from Administration that you need a Law Erica Havier (480) 362-7466 or pick up Enforcement board application. an application at Administration. For any questions contact the Board Secretary at (480) 362-7495. ONLINE RESOURCE CLASS

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Call (480) 362-2400 by appointment (602) 730-2092 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the SRHS Lecture office at (480) 362-7469. –4 p.m. located at the Scottsdale or visit SRES.SaltRiverSchools. leave a detailed message. We will Hall: Feb. 20, Mar. 19, Apr. 16, Civic Center Park. This two-day 8 WALK FOR O’ODHAM PIIPAASH, org for information about what call you to finalize your surgery and May 21. Questions call SRHS 25 2020 EXTRAVAGANZA, 5:30 family-friendly event features 8 a.m. located at Lehi Gathering documents you need bring with time. Vaccines & Microchips 9 at (480) 362-2000 or email Alvin. p.m.-7:30 p.m. located at Salt Arizona tribes sharing cultural Grounds. Walk for O’odham Pi- you. (see ad on page 22) a.m. – 3 p.m. Services 8 a.m.– 4 [email protected]. River High School. All ages from experiences, traditional dwellings, ipaash is not a test of endurance. p.m. flea & tick treatment, nail across the Community are wel- art demonstrations, Native Ameri- It is prayers for O’odham and 13 GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY trims, pet food & supplies connect 22 MCDONALD’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL come! Check out student demos can storytelling, performances, Piipaash past, present and future. (GCU) MEN’S BASKETBALL- with us (602) 730-2092 or email CAR SHOW: EACH SATURDAY, and projects, fun area organiza- contemporary entertainment, mu- Starts at 8 a.m. registration 9 a.m. CELEBRATING NATIVE AMERI- [email protected] (see 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. located at The tion, hands on science, take sic and artisan market, Tribal and opening prayer Warm-up followed CAN APPRECIATION NIGHT, 7 ad on page18) Pavilions at Talking Stick. The home activities and more! Details Tourism Expo, food trucks and fry by walk Traditional songs and foo p.m. located at GCU Arena, 3300 longest running show of its kind! online! For more information on bread stands, giveaways, raffles First 300 participants will receive W. Camelback Road Phoenix, 15 DISTRICT A MEETING (COUN- Open-air event is complete with this event contact SRHS (480) and kids’ activities. This event is a t-shirt (at registration) Contact Arizona. Pre-Game Tailgate: CIL MEMBER DIANE ENOS), 50’s era music provided by “Party 362-2500. (see ad on page 22) a collaboration between the City Name: Community Relations- 4:30 p.m -6:30 p.m. Reserve you 9 a.m. at Salt River Council Time DJ’s.” An average night of Scottsdale and the majority Events [email protected] FREE tickets: GCULopes.com/ Chambers. For more information showcases 250-500 cars and of Indian tribes in Arizona. Free. 27 WIOA ADULT ORIENTATION, 9 phone (480) 362-7740. (see ad NativeAmerican Promo Code: contact the Council Secretary up to 150 motorcycles. https:// a.m.—10 a.m. located at Two Wa- https://arizonaindiantourism.org/ on page 5) NAGCU. See you there! Lopes office at (480) 362-7469. www.discoversaltriver.com/ (see ad on page 5) ters Bldg. B. Community Employ- Up! The game is sponsored event/mcdonalds-rock-n-roll-car- ment. The WIOA Program Offers: 10 SPECIAL INTEREST CLASSES by Talking Stick Resort, an 17 SRPMIC TRIBAL GOVERNMENT show-3/2019-06-15 Assistance with Post-Secondary 8-9 9TH ANNUAL STREET EATS - LET’S RIDE BIKES , 5:30 p.m. enterprise of the Salt River Pima- OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED- for Education / Vocational Training FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL, 11 – 7:30 p.m. located at Com- Maricopa Indian Community. Presidents Day, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Of- 24 PERLER BEAD CLUB, 5:30 p.m. ,Support Services, Academic a.m. –5 p.m. located at Salt River munity Recreations Office. Let’s fices providing essential services – 8 p.m. located at the Salt River and Career Assessments, Life Fields at Talking Stick. All of the ride! First class of Biking is the 15 SALT RIVER AQUATICS FIRST will remain open. SRPD and SR Library. We will provide various Skills Workshops. The goals of food trucks offer $2 samples of The “GreenBelt” 5:30 p.m.-7:30 AID & CPR TRAINING EARN A Fire will be fully operational. color beads that are arranged on the WIOA Program are to assist their homemade treats. Plus, p.m.Open to all 8 years and 18 NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED boards then ironed to fuse the individuals with providing educa- between bites you can enjoy live years old. Limited to the first 20 CERTIFICATION, 10 a.m. – 2 18 LEHI DISTRICT MEETING beads together. Winter Dates are tion and training services that will music, food eating contests, and kids. Drop off and pick up location p.m. at the Way Of Life Facility. (COUNCIL MEMBERS DEANNA February 24, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. lead to gainful employment this a massive kid’s zone for a fun will be at the Community Recre- Session 3- Saturday, February SCABBY & MICHAEL DALLAS, Last Monday of every month see event (480) 362-2500 and email weekend celebration. $12-15. ation Office. All bikes transported 15. Available to all ages each SR.) 6 p.m., Lehi Community dates. For question on this event saltriverschools.org http://SaltRiverFields.com or in truck. Second Class of Biking participant must show proficiency Building. For more information please contact Salt River Library http://www.streeteatsaz.com is Cruising “Tempe Town Lake” in all skills for a Certifications contact the Council Secretary at (480) 362-6600 or email tribal- NOTE: NO DISTRICT B/C MEETING for same ages with limited space valid for 2 years all for $31.00 per office at (480) 362-7469. [email protected] (see ad (COUNCIL MEMBERS ARCHIE 8 YOUTH GONA GATHERING OF for 20 kids at 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. participant before. Unsuccessful on page 22) KASHOYA & CHERYL DOKA), NATIVE AMERICANS WORK- Must call for a spot today. For participants will be issued course 20 THE SALT RIVER HIGH For more information contact the SHOP 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. located more information on this event refunds. Must be a registered SCHOOL PARENT/TEACHER 24 DISTRICT E MEETING Council Secretary office at (480) at the Gila River Boys & Girls and to sign up for Community member of the WOLF. For more ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 6 (COUNCIL MEMBER THOMAS 362-7469. Club 5047 W Pecos Rd, Laveen Recreation Office (480) 362-6360. information call (480) 362-6670 or p.m.- 7 p.m. in the SRHS Lecture LARGO SR.) 6 p.m. at WOLF- Village, AZ 85339. Youth ages email: [email protected] Hall . This meeting provides an Muti-Purpose Room 56. For Dates for events were correct at time of 15-24 are invited to experience 11 KINDER ROUNDUP, 3 p.m.-6 authentic voice for SRHS stake- more information contact the publication. Please call to confirm date the 4 Cultural Components of em- p.m. located at Salt River 15 NAGI FOUNDATION, 8 a.m.– 4 holders. All Community members Council Secretary office at (480) and located. bracing community and healing: Elementary. See for yourself why p.m. located at the Baptisto Teen are invited to attend. With open, 362-7469. belonging, mastery, interdepen- we think Kindergarten Rocks at Center near Salt River Ballfields honest dialogue, PTAC presents dence and generosity. Breakfast Salt River Elementary School’s 1839 N Longmore Rd Scottsdale, comments and advice to Salt 25 DISTRICT D MEETING (COUN-