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OCTOBER 2, 2015 WWW.GILARIVER.ORG/NEWS VOL. 18, NO. 19 Change Service Requested Change Service Sacaton, AZ 85147 P.O. 459 Box River IndianGila News GRIC Celebrates 150th Anniversary of O’otham/Pee-Posh Mustering In 1865 when Akimel He reminded people of the O’otham and Pee- sacrifices made by veterans and Posh warriors volun- characterized the Mustering In teered to form part of Day celebration as a symbol of the Arizona’s first Army heritage of both Akimel O’otham National Guard. and Pee-Posh members. Wayne Nelson The Pee-Posh Veterans As- Jr. of District 7, who sociation led the parade to start PRESORTED Permit No. 25 STANDARD U.S. Postage helped coordinate the day. This year’s parade grand Sacaton, AZ

the event, welcomed marshal was Arnie Bread Sr., a PAID event goers and en- Pee-Posh veteran. Bread talk- couraged people to ed about his military service as a remember the Com- draftee into the U.S. Army, where munity’s history of he trained as a combat engineer. military service. He He spent some time in Germany hopes younger Com- until finishing his service in 1971. munity members will His brother Ernie Bread was continue the Com- deployed to Vietnam as an infan- IN the GRIN Letters & Opinions...... Page 3 Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN munity’s tradition of tryman in 1969. Ernie said while Christopher Lomahquahu Veterans thank Community members for their selfless service. deployed, “I spent a lot of time in Community Updates...... Page 4 Gila River Indian News support at the Mustering In Day Celebration. “We have a lot the ‘boonies’ in the jungle, but I of positive things that was glad when my time was over Executive Updates...... Page 5 The Gila River Indian Com- on Sept. 26 in District 7. are going on here in this district, and I got to come back home.” Culture & History...... Page 9 munity celebrated the 150th An- Many came out to celebrate which includes the Mustering In Announcements/Notices...Pg. 13 nual Mustering In Day celebration the historic event from Sept. 2, Day celebration,” Nelson said. Continued on Page 9 Analysis: Gold King Gila Crossing Girls Volleyball Team is Perfect Mine Spill Won’t Christopher Lomahquahu Affect GRIC Water Gila River Indian News good serves and battles to extend Page 5 their lead to more than ten points. It was an exciting ride this Despite a good drive for the year for the Gila Crossing Com- Red Rock team, and some pow- GRPD Halloween munity School girls’ volleyball erful serves across the net, the team as they bumped, set and second set ended with the Eagles Carnival spiked their way to a perfect sea- flying high with a 25-14 victory. Page 7 son in the Superstition Athletics With the championship se- South Division League. cured, the Eagles celebrated, The Lady Eagles’ undefeat- cheering and embracing each oth- ed record was on the line at the er. Sept. 23 championship game at “It’s good see our girls pre- San Carlos Apache the Boys & Girls Club – Komatke Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN serve their undefeated record and Branch gymnasium. On the other The Gila Crossing Girls’ Volleyball team finished the season with an un- get the championship. I’m very Tribe Rodeo defeated record in a championship game against Red Rock Elementary. side of the net was Red Rock Ele- proud of them,” said Harris. Page 7 mentary School. mela Lucero, took a commanding After a brief intermission the She said the Lady Eagles The gym was packed with lead in the first of two sets, but teams took to the court to resume have put a lot into preparing for parents and classmates cheering a Red Rock come back nearly play, and the crowd brought the this season. on both teams at the afternoon evened the score, putting Eagles gym to a roar. “You can see the improve- Working Together match-up. fans on edge. They breathed a lit- The Lady Eagles shut the ments in the way they played this The Lady Eagles, led by tle easier after the first set ended door in the second set, racking up season and it paid off for the girls to End Domestic coaches Mystique Harris and Pa- 25 – 21 in favor of the Eagles. a string of points on a couple of this year.” Violence

Ashley Pasqual Page 8 Gila River Indian News GRIC Youth Boxing Exhibition District 1 hosted the Uhs- the Community and A’aga by Billy Allen: Kehk Recognition Day at the practices in differ- Uhs-Kehk Ballpark on Saturday, ent boxing gyms. Running and Hopi Sept. 19. The fun, family day The Taz Box- Relatives featured many events, such as ing club is led by a mud volleyball tournament, a head coach Ronnie Page 9 baseball and softball tournament, Rodriguez, who has and water slides and jumping been training Taz castles for children. for 15 years. New Branding at The main event, however, The co-ed was a exhibition boxing tourna- teams went head- GRIC Gas Stations, ment between the Gila River In- to-head in seven Chevron and 76 dian Community’s Post 51 Box- matches and three ing Club from District 1 and Taz rounds. As they Page 10 Boxing Club from Eloy. fought, a large Post 51 Boxing Club has crowd of support- team members from ages 7 and ers from both sides Ashley Pasqual/GRIN E&T Career Fair, up and is led by head coach Ver- cheered for their fa- Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis with the Post 51 Boxing Club. October 30 non Antone and assistant Jernell vorite fighters. durance,” Governor Lewis. “It re- see that in play tonight.” Williams. The team participates “It takes a lot of courage and ally takes a lot of inner courage to Page 11 in a number of family events in a lot of training [and] athletic en- step into that ring. We’re going to Continued on Page 7 Page 2 Gila River Indian News October 2, 2015 October 2, 2015 Letters & Opinions Page 3

Governor Stephen Roe Lewis

Lt. Governor

Monica L. Antone Come Celebrate 90 years of God’s Faithfulness Come Celebrate 90 years of God’s Faithfulness Community Council Representatives First Pima Baptist Church District #1 (CornerFi ofr Sacatonst Rd.P andim Casa Blancaa Rd.,B Directlyap Behindtis Veteranst C Memorialhu rParkc inh Sacaton ) Arzie Hogg Joey Whitman (Corner of Sacaton SundayRd. and Casa Blanca November Rd., Directly Behind 8th,Veterans 2015Memorial Park in Sacaton)

District #2 A Day of Remembering and Rejoicing Carol Schurz Sunday November 8th, 2015 Morning Service will begin at 11:00 am District #3 A Day of Remembering and Rejoicing Carolyn Williams Followed by a Traditional Pot-luck Meal Rodney Jackson AfternoonMorning Services Service will will beginbegin at 11:00 at 1:30 am pm with District #4 Singing, Sharing Memories, and Rejoicing over 90 Jennifer Allison Followed by a Traditional Pot-luck Meal Christopher Mendoza Afternoon Services willyears begin atof 1:30 God’s pm with Blessings Singing, Sharing Memories, and Angelia Allison Vendors needed for this event. Rejoicing over 90 years of God’s Blessings Nada Celaya The afternoon message will be delivered in the $35.00 fee due by October 13. The afternoon messageO’Odham will be delivered Language in the O’Odham Language District #5 Call Sonja Antone at 520-610-0470 Robert Stone All are Welcome! Franklin Pablo, Sr. All are Welcome! Janice Stewart Brian E. Davis, Sr. Vacancy Announcement: Casa Blanca Vacancy District #6 Blackwater Community School Community School Announcement: Albert Pablo Anthony Villareal, Sr. 2015-2016 Teacher School Rd., Coolidge, AZ 85128 October Events Casa Blanca Sandra Nasewytewa or email [email protected]. Community School Opening – First Grade az.us District #7 1 – Student Health Screen- Devin Redbird Position requires minimum Blackwater services over 400 Bachelor’s degree and Master’s ings (2) K-3 Teacher Robert Keller, Tribal Treasurer students pre-school to grade 5 on preferred with Reading and Math 2 – 21st C. Ends Shannon White, Math Interventionist the Gila River Indian Reservation as a major focus, plus five years’ Community Council Secretary 7 – GRIC OSH Train- Business Manager in Coolidge, AZ. Excellent bene- classroom teaching experience in ing-TBD Gila River Indian News fits package includes: readint/math curricula; or equiv- Instructional Assistant 8 – Quarterly Student Rec- Roberto A. 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Friday, October 2 Thursday – Sunday, October 15-18 D3 Recreation Horseshoe Tournament Pima-Maricopa Presbyterian Elders and 6:00pm Deacons Association 109th Annual Camp Double Elimination, Singles Only, and Meeting 5-2-1 Vah-Ki Presbyterian Church Arbor Bap- No Drugs or alcohol chule, AZ GRIC Members Only Thurs. 7:00pm Register by 5:30pm Fri. & Sat. 10:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm Behind the Wellness Center Sun. 10:00am, 2:00pm, 6:00pm Shayla at 520-562-2706 Taylor at 520- Guest Speakers: Rev. Sharon Selestewa, 562-2724 Derek at 520-562-2710 for more Rev. Clare Lund, Pastor Annette Lewis, information Rev. Len Andrews, Rev. Irvin Porter, Rev. Joe Knuckle First Friday Karaoke Night Children’s classes and youth classes 5:00pm – 9:00pm Great music, great preaching, great food. Featuring MC: Tony “Gohk Hapoth” Davis Free Admission Saturday, October 17 Huhugam Heritage Center 2015 Health Initiative Finale Event More information call 520-796-3500 ext. Raffle, rock climbing, mud volleyball 4234/4231 tournament, Zumba, water slides 2:00 – 5:00pm 12 Team Family Mud Friday, October 9 Volleyball Tournament, Cross-Fit Games, Family Movie Night: Avengers: Age of Kids Fit Obstacle Ultron 5:00 – 8:00pm Pick-up Family Chair District 4 – Main Hall // 6:00pm – Till End Volleyball Games, 2-mile walk and 3-mile Snacks and drinks provided run, Glow Zumba Questions, call: 502-418-3661 8:00 – 10:00pm Announce Winners Dinner for First 500, Entertainment by Tribal Health Department Community Two Rivers Conference Deadline for mud volleyball registration 6:30am Walk/Run, 8:00am Main Event is: 5:00pm Wednesday, Oct. 14. Submit The Community Conference will offer all registration forms to Tribal Rec and Community members the opportunity to Wellness Center. learn about the Tribal Health Department More information contact Lloyd at the and all the services we have to provide. Community Services Department: 520- Hashan Kehk (District 2) Multipurpose 562-9691 Building For more information please contact 520-562-5100 (Sacaton) or 520-550-8000 (Komatke)

GILA RIVER TV GUIDE Showing: Sunday, October 4, - Saturday, October 10, 2015 *Schedule may be subject to change. Sunday 10/04 Monday 10/05 Tuesday 10/06 Wednesday 10/07 Thursday 10/08 Friday 10/09 Saturday 10/10 6:30am GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS 7:00am Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja Wakanheja 7:30am Lakota Berenstain Bears Bizou Bizou Bizou Bizou Bizou Lakota Berenstain Bears 8:00am Yamba's Playtime Yamba The Driver Tansii Nehiyawetan Animals i Tansii Nehiyawetan Fun Tansii Nehiyawetan G Greetings Tansii Nehiyawetan Numbers Tansii Nehiyawetan C Action Yamba's Playtime Detective Yamba 8:30am Wapos Bay They Dance at Night Wapos Bay All's Fair Wapos Bay As The Bannock Browns Wapos Bay Guardians Wapos Bay All Access Wapos Bay As Long As The River Flows 9:00am Art Zone A Special Book GRBC OPEN HOUSE 2015 GRIC HOHOKAM Art Zone Friendship Bracelets Art Zone Portraits HOHOKAM 9:30am HOHOKAM Vitality Gardening 2015 GRIC SNAKETOWN Vitality Gardening Northern Garden Update, Vitality Gardening Welcome to Vitality Vitality Gardening 10:00am SNAKETOWN Sharing i Circle f AStorytellers i i A i 2015G GRIC i C ' BARNABY LEWIS Sharing Circle C Spirituality Seekers SharingGi Circle Rising Son Sharing i Circle f AStorytellers i i A i 10:30am GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTVC NEWS WEEKLYi & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS 11:00am Creative Native The Survivors Creative Native Walk A Mile Creative Native The Navajo Creative Native The Survivors Creative Native Tricksters, Transformers, and Creative Native Sweet Reflections SNAKETOWN 11:30am First Talk Powerful Women in aboriginal First Talk People overcome fears in order to get First Talk First Talk First Talk First Talk Answer embarassing medical First Talk Overcome fears in order to get 12:00pm The Modoc War Spirit Tipis Native Planet Australia Travel to After The Gold Rush We Are The Indians Original Patriots: Northern California Indian Native American Healing in the 21st Century 12:30pm For 7 months, a handful of Modoc Indian Honoring a Structural icon. Australia to visit one Aboriginal tribe defending As world leaders debate the causes and effects The aboriginal Mbya Guarani have lived in the Veterans of WWII A comprehensive look at the healing practices of warriors held off hundreds of U.S. Army their "song lines" and way of life of global warming, we Argentinean forest. For centuries, their ancient Shares the stories of three Northern California American Indians and how many of those soldiers. People were enthralled as one of the as their govern't and corps attempt to develop take a look at yet another example of man's spirituality and timeless way of life has shielded Native American Veterans of World War II. natural remedies are applicable to today's last real-life Wild West battles unfolded on the the worlds largest damaging behavior on the environment. them from Westernization. alternative health-conscious society. American frontier. natural gas fields around them.

1:00pm Storytellers In Motion Ravens and Eagles Chiefly Possesions Samaqan Water Stories Ravens and Eagles Samaqan Water Stories Ravens and Eagles Seasoned with Spirit Mr. Tapwe with Doug Cuthand Sacred Head Waters To Pay Respect Fraser River Pt. 1 Stone Carver Bounty of the River's Edge 1:30pm Vitality Gardening HOHOKAM Vitality Gardening Treasure Hunt Vitality Gardening Container Gardening HOHOKAM Vitality Gardening Storytellers In Motion Finding My Talk - with The End of the Season At Peace With The Land At Peace With The Land Paul Rickard 2:00pm Seasoned with Spirit Vitality Health Diabetes Management Day Vitality Health Spirituality Day Vitality Health Nutrition Day Vitality Health Health Management Day Vitality Health Fitness Day Native Nation Building Moving Toward Nation Return of the Buffalo 2:30pm GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS From The Spirit HOHOKAM From The Spirit From The Spirit From The Spirit People of the Pines At Peace With The Land Native Resistance 3:00pm Gold Fever Creative Native The Navajo SNAKETOWN Creative Native Tricksters, Transformers, and SNAKETOWN Creative Native The Silversmiths Making Regalia Goldcorp Inc arrives in a remote village in Early GRIC farmers excavations 1964-1965. Other Shape-Shifters Early GRIC farmers excavations 1964-1965. Guatemala. Soon follows blown up mountains, 3:30pm despoiled water supplies and broken promises GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS over jobs. As the gold frenzy brings in a profits bonanza for the company, the community 4:00pm Working It Out Together Taking The Indian Pride Spirituality On Native Ground: Youth Report Indian Pride Tribal Relations with United Storytellers In Motion Finding My Talk - with Voices Of Leadership launches a powerful resistance struggle. Challenge States with Us Govern Paul Rickard

4:30pm When I Hear Thunder Back in the Day Oskayak Down Under Voices Of Leadership Down The Mighty River One Less River On Native Ground: Youth Report Indians and Aliens Matthew Mukash When I Hear Thunder finds the tradition of The Two Highways 5:00pm boxing intact on reservations across Arizona, First Talk First Talk First Talk First Talk Exercises to help with stomach gut First Talk "Talking Stick" - a discussion with Indigenous Focus where young men train in gyms often run by Suicide rates and why it is so high in the 2010 Olympics. Billy Mills is the only Native How parents are not confident in parenting and and how to stay Native Aboriginal The Spirit of Line & Color / Chicaksaw Nation their fathers, who hung up their gloves aboriginal community. American to win an Olympic gold medal. they cannot do the correct parenting skills. healthy in order to minimize aging. women. after competing in boxing tournaments as youths. 5:30pm Native Report People of the Pines Making Regalia People of the Pines Assimilation HOHOKAM Dabiyiyuu The Last Sturgeon Native Resistance At Peace With The Land 6:00pm Native Voice TV Native Planet Australia Travel to After The Gold Rush We Are The Indians Original Patriots: Northern California Indian Native American Healing in the 21st Century Osiyo, Voices of the Cherokee People Australia to visit an Aboriginal tribe defending As world leaders debate the causes and effects The aboriginal Mbya Guarani have lived in the Veterans of WWII A comprehensive look at the healing practices of Roy Boney Jr. 6:30pm On Native Ground: Youth Report their "song lines" and way of life as their of global warming, we take a look at yet another Argentinean forest. For centuries, their ancient Shares the stories of three Northern California American Indians and how many of those Northwest Indian News government and corporations attempt to develop example of man's damaging behavior on the spirituality and timeless way of life has shielded Native American Veterans of World War II. natural remedies are applicable to today's the worlds largest natural gas fields around environment. them from Westernization. alternative health-conscious society. them.

7:00pm Wapos Bay They Dance at Night Wapos Bay All's Fair Wapos Bay As The Bannock Browns Wapos Bay Guardians Wapos Bay All Access Wapos Bay As Long As The River Flows Wapos Bay All's Fair 7:30pm Fish Out of Water SNAKETOWN Fish Out of Water HOHOKAM Fish Out of Water SNAKETOWN Fish Out of Water Bear River First Nation Early GRIC farmers excavations 1964-1965. The Samoan Village At Peace With The Land The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Early GRIC farmers excavations 1964-1965. The Hawaiian Village 8:00pm GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRIC EVENTS 8:30pm Native Shorts Oskayak Down Under Back in the Day Indigenous Focus Rez Rides Going National Indians and Aliens Matthew Mukash Cashing In Miss North Beach The Two Highways The Spirit of Line & Color / Chicaksaw Nation

9:00pm The Activist Suspicious circumstances For The Generations: Native Story and Good Meat The Modoc War For The Rights of All: Ending Jim Crow In The Activist Urban Rez surround the Performance Beau LeBeau For 7 months, a handful of Modoc Indian Alaska Suspicious circumstances surround the arrest Dozens of American Indians representing arrest and imprisonment of two American Original performance footage and the artists' (Oglala Lakota) is obese, family members also, warriors held off hundreds of U.S. Army Profiles the remarkable people behind the and imprisonment of two American Indian tribal groups from across the West recall their Indian activists. In jail, they must face two own words, explore health and fitness issues his mother died from diabetes. He documents soldiers. People were enthralled as one of the victories for activists. In jail, they must face two officers first- hand experiences with relocation, 9:30pm officers monitoring their every move and join that his journey to get healthy by converting to a last real-life Wild West battles unfolded on the citizenship, voting rights and school monitoring their every move and join forces including the forces with a young lawyer assigned to their plague Native youth on and off the reservations. traditional Lakota diet centered on buffalo and American frontier. desegregation. with a young lawyer assigned to their case. early hardships, struggles with isolation and case. native foods. racism.

10:00pm Walela Video Letters from Prison Amazonia Eterna Weaving Worlds Trail of Tears The events leading up to, life and An inspirational musical journey of the Spirit. A heartwarming Eternal Amazon is a lyrical, poetic Presents an absorbing and intimate portrait of death on the Trail Open your heart to the marvelous and magical story about the power of love and family. documentary that presents a economic and cultural survival through art. of Tears (1838 and 1839), where harmony of this very special experience. Embark on a journey of transformation as one critical analysis of how the world's largest Trace the history of Navajo rug weavers and between 4, 000 and 10:30pm Native Oklahoma family from the Pine Ridge Reservation of tropical rain forest is understood and utilized. their role within the global economy. Return of the Red Lake Walleye 8,000 Cherokee died. Excerpts from South Dakota finds healing through the path of CHEROKEE, THE PRINCIPAL the heart. PEOPLE are used.

11:00pm Grab Native American Healing in the 21st Century Racing The Rez Beyond Recognition Sacred Stick Dances of Life Trail of Tears An intimate portrait of the little- documented A look at the For the Navajo and Hopi, running is much Examines the historical, cultural, and spiritual Reveals the cultural history and diversity of The events leading up to, life and death on the Grab Day in the villages of New Mexico's healing practices of American Indians and how more than a sport, it is woven into the cultural aspects of lacrosse. This program explores the the Pacific Islands Trail of Tears (1838 and 1839), Laguna Pueblo tribe. many of those natural remedies are applicable fabric of their lives. cultural diffusion and - a vibrant and complex region encompassing where between 4, 11:30pm to today's alternative Rez transmutation of a uniquely indigenous sport. 25,000 islands 000 and 8,000 health-conscious society. Explores the quest to preserve one's culture and spread over 10 million square miles of ocean. Cherokee died. Excerpts from CHEROKEE, homeland in a society bent on erasing them. THE PRINCIPAL PEOPLE are used. www.grbc.tv Thanks for watching GRBC TV! 520.796.8848 October 2, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 5

Technical Assessment Shows GRIC Faces Minimal Risk from Gold King Mine Blowout Gila River the Gold King Mine above was available in draft and lion gallons of paint into a very low and so it is reason- discharges, is of little con- Silverton, CO on the morn- final formats. stream that then flowed into able to expect little impact solation for the people who Indian Community ing of August 5, 2015 and “In order to explain a river. Indeed the com- to water around the GKMB live along the Animas and released a sudden rush of what this blowout means to position of ordinary paint sediments in Lake Powell San Juan Rivers. Clearly The Aug. 5 Gold King water and associated chem- the Community in terms of in the past was of various and even less to the water EPA and the State of Colo- Mine Blowout near Silver- icals that ran down the ad- potential harm, [the consul- accessory metals used for leaving Lake Powell (and rado should be urged to bet- ton, Colo., north of the Na- jacent Cement Creek. They tant] downloaded EPA’s wa- color added to a diluted sus- eventually being delivered ter protect the major rivers vajo Nation, raised concerns quickly built several deten- ter sampling data, organized pension of clays and major to GRIC through the CAP leaving these areas. of fresh water contamina- tion and treatment ponds, it according to the locations metal hydroxides.” canal).” “[A] more complete tion. However, a technical but not before approxi- and movement of the blow- What will happen to Monitoring the Con- sampling by EPA and the assessment of the event mately 3 million gallons of out, and interpreted the na- the chemicals in the blow- tamination with Respect States of Colorado and sent from a groundwater stagnant mine water were ture of the contaminants out? to the Community New Mexico will follow consultant and hydrology added to the flow of Cement in the blowout. [He] also The analysis continued: “The Gila River Indian for the solid remnants of specialist to the Gila River Creek. The mine discharge, interpreted the behavior of “It is reasonable to expect Community’s Department the GKMB in Colorado Indian Community Council now treated to remove met- the blowout as it progressed that most of the chemicals of Environmental Quality, and New Mexico, includ- has revealed that the largest als, continues at 500-600 downstream so as to begin (metals) in the GKMB will Water Quality Division is ing radioactive elements as effects of the accident will gallons per minute (gpm). to understand the potential remain in relatively neu- a well-respected group that they are occasionally also be localized and the Com- “The relevance of this fate of the contaminants” tral pH water and therefore has monitored groundwater concentrated in highly min- munity will not see major event to the Community is What was in the Blow- stay in or attached to solid and surface waters within eralized areas. Continued or catastrophic damage to that Cement Creek is a trib- out? forms. Being solid, the par- the Community for decades. monitoring of the Colorado its water supply. However, utary of the Animas River, “The EPA took water ticles will drop out of the They take samples of water River leaving Lake Pow- the Community will con- which is a tributary of the samples at many locations water over time. The larger from the Gila River when it ell and of the CAP Canal tinue to monitor sources of San Juan River, which is and many times starting late the particles, the faster they flows onto the Community should be requested for sev- water, e.g., Central Arizona a tributary of the Colora- in the day of and continuing drop from the flow and re- and they take samples of eral years to confirm that the Project water, to ensure that do River at Lake Powell. for a few days following main on the bottom or sides the Pima Lateral, which is metals spread by the GKMB no harmful effects to Com- Thus, the contaminants in the blowout and had them of the flowing streams and the way that Colorado River are retained as expected in munity water occur by vir- the blowout have a pathway analyzed for 24 metals and rivers. At some distance, the water enters the Commu- Colorado and New Mexico tue of the Gold King Mine to the Community. occasionally for pH, total particles will mostly drop nity. Therefore, the Com- and do not reach the Com- Blowout. “The television news dissolved solids, total sus- out. Spreading by the flow munity has an independent munity.” At the Aug. 10 Govern- and internet coverage of pended solids, alkalinity of the river (dispersion) will check on the quality of wa- The Community will ment & Management Stand- the progress of the blowout and hardness. . . . Two of separate the particles such ter coming onto the Com- continue to monitor this ing Committee Meeting through towns in Colorado the EPA-reported samples that the color in less and munity.” serious environmental situ- Councilman Robert Stone (Silverton and Durango) appear to be the most repre- less visually evident. Fu- Closing Comments ation through the Commu- (District 4) asked about the has been spectacular as the sentative of the Gold King ture floods will pick up the In closing, the con- nity’s DEQ and by diligent Gold King Mine incident Animas River was painted Mine Blowout of August particles from the bed of the sultant wrote that, “The outreach to both the EPA and its potential for harm- a bright yellow-orange by 5, 2015 (called here the streams and continue carry- GKMB is obviously a disas- and AZDEQ as the cleanup ing the Community. The the blowout. After a week GKMB). . . . Iron, manga- ing them downstream. The ter for the Animas River and and mitigation efforts begin. specialist compiled and ana- or so, the flows of Cement nese and aluminum make final resting place for the to a lesser extent the San EPA should be especially lyzed the publicly available Creek and Animas had up a majority of the GKMB particles will likely be Lake Juan River. The contami- diligent in keeping track information about this di- largely washed the bright and they are largely present Powell as it is essentially a nants are metals and large- of the water quality down- saster and provided his tech- yellow-orange colors away. as solid particles. [Likely,] gigantic stilling basin com- ly immobile under the new stream (including CAP wa- nical analysis in a report. “To their credit, EPA the yellow-orange color of pared to the flows of the riv- conditions of being mixed ter), and ensuring the effects Background took responsibility for the the blowout is mostly very ers above and below.” in with fresh waters, so the of the mine blowout are lo- The report reads: “Ac- blowout, ceased similar fine mineral particles: clays “Some fraction of impacts should largely be cal and not spreading to Ar- cording to the U.S. Environ- projects on closed mines, and iron and manganese the metals ... will dissolve local. However, this immo- izona and the Community. mental Protection Agency took numerous water sam- oxy-hydroxides.” into the water surrounding bility, and the recognition (EPA), contractors to the ples along the path of the The hydrologist found [breakout site]. However, that the Silverton area is EPA broke through materi- blowout, and released water the blowout to be “anal- the solubility of these met- dotted with such mines and als blocking the entrance to sampling data as soon as it ogous to pouring 3 mil- als in neutral pH water is their yellow-orange water Page 6 Gila River Indian News October 2, 2015 October 2, 2015 Gila River Indian News Page 7

Boxing From Page 1 and making them become size of the girl in the fight, strong.” but the size of the fight in District 1 Councilman The high point of the the girl. Joey Whitman announced night was the competition If you would like more the first match-up of the between Cecilia Guzman information on the Post 51 night: Armando Lucio from (Post 51) and Morgan Lucio Boxing Club or are interest- Taz Boxing Club in the red (Taz). Both are 8-years-old ed in joining, call Vernon corner and Anderson Pino and showed that it’s not the Antone at 602-541-8864. from Post 51 in the blue corner. Lt. Governor Antone appreciated the motivation of both boxing clubs and how they strengthen them- selves with the sport. “Let’s give them that applause for their boxing team [and] working for the youth,” she said. “I really commend that … it’s all about building their spirits and building their character

Top: Post 51 Boxing Club members look fierce before the Saturday night fight. Bottom: Young fighters from Post 51 and Taz Boxing Clubs clash in the big ring at the Uhs-Kehk Recognition Day boxing exhibition. (Photos by Ashley Pasqual, GRIN) Page 8 Gila River Indian News October 2, 2015 Cops’ corner Working Together to End Domestic Violence It’s 11:30 at night. You’re stant yelling, breaking some- sun setting at the end of the getting ready for bed. You turn body’s belongings, preventing day. The heat goes away and it the TV off, walk to the bedroom, somebody from leaving, or just is comfortable outside until the and lay down for the night. A making somebody feel like they cycle begins again. few moments later, you hear aren’t safe to do the things they The Gila River Police De- No Excuse for domestic abuse! sirens in the distance. As the like to do. None of these actions partment wants those who feel sounds get louder, you see po- are OK. Nobody should have to they are exposed to any violent lice cars driving down the road. experience such things. situation, including domestic One, two, three cars go by. The domestic violence cy- violence, to know they aren’t Their red and blue lights flash cle is like the sun rising in the alone and we are here to help. and light up your dark room. morning and setting in the eve- Your police officers are trained You wonder where they are ning during the heat of the sum- to help Community members going. You hope everybody is mer. The day starts when the who need to get out of bad sit- OK. The sirens pass, the lights sun rises over the mountains. uations. There are people in the fade away, and you fall asleep. As the sun continues to rise, it Community who work directly The scary truth is there was gets hotter and hotter outside. with Tribal Social Services to a chance the police were driv- At some point in the afternoon, protect victims of domestic vi- Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015 ing to a call for help involving the temperature reaches the hot- olence and their families from domestic violence. When many test point of the day. After that dangerous situations. There are District 6 Boys & Girls Club – Komatke Branch people think of domestic vio- point, the sun starts to set and places we can help you reach Awareness fair - 4:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. lence, they think of a woman the temperature begins to cool. where you will feel safe. beat up by a man. They might This continues until the next day A program called “On Ea- have a friend or family member when the sun rises again. gles Wings” can be reached 24 who was assaulted or arrested The cycle of domestic vi- hours a day, seven days a week Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 during a domestic violence re- olence is similar to the sun and at 855-203-5849. This pro- District 1 Service Center lated crime. What many people the temperature on a hot day. At gram can assist you by helping don’t understand is domestic vi- the beginning of the cycle, the in a time of crisis, preparing Walk - 7:30a.m. olence is much more than a fight tension between people begins for court, asking for restraining Awareness fair - 9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. between a man and woman or a to rise like the temperature in orders, and finding more assis- trip to jail for the night. the afternoon. At some point in tance for victims. Domestic violence isn’t the cycle, there is a violent out- If you think you might be a We invite you to attend the Gila River Domestic just a fight between lovers. burst. This is when the crime is victim of domestic violence, or Violence Awareness Fair. Get information about DV There is a repeating cycle of committed and the victim is in feel like you are stuck in a situ- awareness and prevention. Free admission and open actions a man or woman makes the most danger. The violent ation and can’t get out, call for to the public, including teens! which leads to a violent out- outburst is like the temperature help. Together we can help you burst against another man or at the hottest point in the day. find safety and happiness in your woman. The people involved After the outburst, things life. The Gila River Police De- Sponsored by: could be parents, siblings, oth- calm down and there is a phase partment can always be reached er relatives, or even friends. in the cycle where the violent at 520-562-4511. In any emer- Gila River Police Department Tribal Social Services They could be fathers and sons person becomes calm. The per- gency, you can always call 911 Gila River Prosecutors Office Gila River Tribal Courts Crime Victims Services Gila River Probation or mothers and daughters. The son might be kind, caring, and and answer the questions the Domestic Violence Shelter violent action could be as dan- apologetic after the violence dispatcher asks so we can send gerous as one person physically ends. The person might prom- the right service for help. hurting another, but might also ise the violent phase will never be degrading comments, con- happen again. This is like the

District 4 Community Member Grave Site Vandalized, GRPD Investigating

Christopher River Police Department ment. Lomahquahu for their assistance in GRPD has docu- Gila River Indian News identifying the responsi- mented the two reported Losing a loved one is ble individuals. incidents regarding the not always easy and re- Gonzales’s mother Gonzales grave site. quires time to heal. It has in-law Arcelia Carrillo The police depart- been almost two years said, “We are thankful for ment is continuing to look since District 4 Commu- the assistance the police into both incidents and nity member Guadalupe department has shown, has added more checks of Henry Gonzalez passed being able to meet with the area not only from pa- away on Dec. 18, 2013. us to bring it to their at- trol officers, but from the On two occasions in tention.” Ranger division as well. the past two months, the The family is hope- Due to the area being grave site of Gonzales at ful Community members very isolated, any activity Snaketown cemetery in will step forward and could be misidentified as District 4 was disturbed. contact GRPD to help re- suspicious activity, so it Once on Aug. 23 and solve the issue. is recommended to report again on Sept. 20. Coleman said the in- only when something has A cross that was cidents have caused pain happened. placed on his grave was and suffering to her fami- “The more people knocked down and bro- ly. “Those are things that know about what is hap- ken leaving the family we as a family take out pening, the more possible upset and shocked at the there, my little kids gath- someone can come for- damage. er these thing up to take ward to report anything Other objects that to his grave,” she said. [they] see,” Coleman were destroyed consist- Coleman said, “To said. ed of religious figurines see [that] it’s just hor- If any individuals that lay scattered and dirt rible, especially for my have tips or information, that was disturbed from kids to see [this].” please contact the Silent around the grave. Though taken back Witness line at (520) Gonzales’s wife by the recent events, they 562-7144 or contact the Raneisha Coleman de- are determined that the GRPD directly at (520) scribes the damage as people responsible will 562-4511. disturbing because of the be caught. nature of the incident. Nearby residents are The family decided encouraged to report any to reach out to the Gila suspicious activity to the Gila River Police Depart- October 2, 2015 Culture & History Page 9 Mustering In 150th Anniversary

From Page 1 is still up there in the sky Community members that By the time his de- somewhere,” as he recalled support our armed forces. ployment was up he said, his time flying up in the Former U.S. Army “I was glad to be heading Colorado mountains and the Paratrooper Reuben Jenkins back home on the ‘Freedom amount of work that went served in the Korean War at Plane,’” as it was called by into military training. the latter end of 1952 after many returning servicemen. Juan is a member of having spent time at Haskell Douglas Juan, a former the Pee-Posh Veterans As- Indian School in Lawrence, U.S. Army UH-1 Huey He- sociation and currently vol- Kan. licopter Crew Chief, enlist- unteers his time towards Jenkins said, “I was ed in 1974. events like Mustering In there up until the ceasefire He said, “My heart Day to give thanks to the came down in 1953. [We] were glad to hear about it, because we knew we would be able to come home.” He said it was an honor to serve his country and to Among other activities River Bears; the latter took and Akimel O’otham dance be present at the Mustering at Mustering In Day was a home gold. groups got people engaged In celebration to recognize youth baseball tournament Under the big ramada, with a series of social the veterans and military between GRIC little league cultural performances dances. volunteers from 1865. teams Outkast and the Gila entertained the audience

Top: Three young Community members perform a traditional Akimel O’otham dance. Left: The Pee-Posh Veter- ans Association and youth volunteers started the Mustering In Day with the parade. Bottom left: Pee-Posh Army Veteran Arnie Bread served as the parade Grand Marshal. Bottom right: The Gila River Bears little league team won the Mustering In Day baseball tournament. (Photos by Christopher Lomahquahu.)

Residential Programs for could be at- tion with a revolt. After the Pueb- tributed to them. lo Revolt of 1680, fear of Spanish Youth Celebrates One Year One migration retaliation led some Pueblo tribes had two clans to seek safety with the Hopi, even By Tribal Social brated our grand opening of A’AGA moving to Gila though Hopis had destroyed a Services staff RPY.” Bend. “Foot- church and killed two priests at For Herman and the Something to be told On Friday, Sept. 25, the RPY staff, the day the By Billy Allen prints” left of Oraibi. Runners provided com- Gila River Indian Commu- new RPY program facility their residency munication between the Hopi and nity Residential Programs opened was a blessing and For a hot Labor Day weekend include a ball their New Mexican cousins. Ha- for Youth celebrated the an important step toward here in central Arizona, going out court and race track. Other marks van Mo’o or Luis Oacpicagigua one-year anniversary of be- bringing children back to at Gila Bend include an image of led O’odham in a short-lived revolt ing in its new facility. A ma- the Community. for a long run might not be on many jority of the RPY staff were “A lot has been accom- peoples’ minds, but up on Hopi it’s a ceremonial leader with his right in 1751 at San Xavier. In the ear- in attendance, as well as the plished within a year; we prime time for an annual race hon- hand raised much like one at Ora- ly 1800’s when the Piipash wanted residents of RPY and Tribal have changed so much and oring former two-time Olympian ibi. Petroglyphs also show the to move away from their brethren Social Services leadership. worked hard as a team to Louis Tewanima, who represented Humpbacked Flute Player, carry- along the Colorado River they The celebration was make things better! ing a sack of seeds of plants and came up the Akimel. Sharing was marked by words shared by “I like to think of all of the U. S. at the 1908 Olympics, RPY Administrator Kimber- us as a big family, one that and in 1912 placed second in the flowers on his back. From Gila a strong trait. ly Herman and Tribal Social helps each other through 10,000 meter (six mile) run. Te- Bend they moved to a place they Running is still celebrated with Services Director Deannah good times and bad, through wanima (1879-1969) was also a called Mud House, possibly the the Hopi: “Google” Hopi and run- Neswood-Gishey. Acting challenges and triumphs and teammate of Jim Thorpe. Since Casa Grande Ruins. We share maze ning. Down here, we have a core Division Manager Manuel that sticks together. symbols such as the one on a wall of dedicated runners who would Johnson also addressed the “I am so proud of all 1974, the Hopi Athletic Associa- attendees. of us and know that RPY tion has sponsored the Louis Tew- at the CG Ruins, and one carved on welcome more participants. I asked In addition, some of the will continue to do the very anima cross country races. rocks up on their reservation. This Steve Nasewytewa, who was a top residents took turns reading best we can everyday for the Running at Second Mesa, image is found on rocks from Can- runner at CGUHS, to comment comments staff wrote about children of this Community. where its cooler makes sense, so ada to South America. A snake clan about the running himdag of both their feelings of working at “I am happy we are image is also present at Gila Bend tribes. He said, “What mattered to RPY as well as comments celebrating this amazing our community was represented the children feel about why milestone today and know up there. Aside from running, we and at Ventana Cave on the Tohono me was how hard I worked to be in they like RPY. RPY will continue to strive share much with the Hopi. Lin- O’odham reservation. Key crops those races and the results. I didn’t Herman stated, “It is towards great things in the guists theorize we share a com- for both cultures were corn, beans go into races thinking I’m part hard to believe that exactly future.” mon language origin. Uto-Aztecan and squash. A big difference was Pima, part Hopi, I went into them one year ago today, we cele- consists of some 30 related Native we had the Akimel; the Hopi had thinking what I have to do to win. American languages descended no river. They depended on springs I ran because I wanted to represent from a common parent language and the rain. Their farms were far myself, my family…and the Gila linguists now call Proto-Uto-Az- from the mesa top villages, so they River Indian Community.” Let’s tecan. We don’t understand each had to run to the farm. To supple- make running a strong trait again. other, but make the same sounds ment the diet, rabbit hunting was Two internet sites accessed for and some Hopi words are quite part of both cultures. Before guns information to support this article similar: wáki is a shelter or place of and rifles, a boomerang like stick were www.uto-aztecan.org/uanist/ escape, and Ventisóma is the Hopi was used. Running and throw- and www.tewanimafootrace.org/ term for Montezuma. ing the stick at rabbits was how about.html. Printed materials used Hopi groups or clans traveled the hunt was done. George Webb included Edward Spicer’s Cycles throughout the Southwest, leaving called it a shaa-tha. of Conquest, Frank Waters Book of footprints and other marks at var- When the Spanish arrived and the Hopi, and Thomas Mails and Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN ious locations. Pictographs and introduced Catholicism, O’otham, Dan Evehema’s Hotevilla, Hopi Left to right, back row: Vikki Guzman, Nadia Gill-Wil- petroglyphs in different locales Hopi, and New Mexico pueblo Shrine of the Covenant. liams, Evett Cannaday, Adam Cordova, Anthony Ysalva, brethren manifested their frustra- Deannah Neswood-Gishey, Jason Taylor, Mark Mill- er. Front row: Manuel Johnson, Edie Lovell, Christina Guevara, Amy Paul, Pamela Puente, Kimberly Herman Page 10 Gila River Indian News October 2, 2015

Halloween Havoc to Provide Racing Thrills and Spectacular Chills Tickets Now on Sale for Inaugural Family Friendly Event

Press Release ed by their favorite super experiences. lebrity autograph sessions Junior Dragsters, as well as and older can enter, upon heroes and team mascots Fair food fanatics will and photo opportunities a Top Dragster/Top Sports- admission to the event, Chandler, AZ, Septem- upon entrance into this one- love the selection of food sponsored by Southwest man shootout. A highlight for a chance to win an ber 28, 2015 - Thrill seekers of-a-kind extravaganza. and beer vendors, whose Selfies will allow festival of the night will be the rac- adrenaline-charged ride can look forward to a night Over 200 show cars will be offerings will include de- goers to capture and share ing Nostalgia Nitro Funny in a two-seat dragster or of exhilarating fun and ex- displayed and handing out licious fall favorites, like their night’s fun-filled ex- Cars and Western Fuel Al- a hair-raising VIP starting citement in an environment candy as part of the event’s chili, caramel apples and periences with friends and tereds, topping speeds of line experience. Gates open overflowing with a wide trunk-or-treat. A pumpkin fresh kettle corn. Mind family through social me- over 250 mph. Invigorating, at 4:30pm with fireworks variety of family-friendly patch and kids’ zone, spon- blowing interactive displays dia. white-knuckle racing Jet at 10:30pm, closing out the activities. Presented by Co- sored by SugarRush Arizo- and activities will be on site, The event’s main at- Dragsters, and fan favorites night’s festivities. Adult ca-Cola and your Arizona na will feature games and including Local Motors’ traction will take place on Jet Tank ‘The Secret Weap- admission is $22 and chil- Ford Dealers, Wild Horse activities, pumpkin decorat- Rally Fighters, and Verad- the venue’s world famous on’ and ‘Mater’ will amplify dren under 12 are free. To Pass Motorsports Park will ing and prizes. A costume do™ Drift Trikes, which drag strip, where spectacu- the excitement. And if that’s purchase tickets or for more host its inaugural Hallow- parade and contest will adventure addicts can opt to lar racing thrills will be sure not enough, a spine-tin- information visit RaceWild- een Havoc on Saturday, Oc- give participants of all ages take for a wild spin. Adults to wow the crowd. Specta- gling motorcycle stunt show Horse.com or call 520-796- tober 17, 2015. a chance to win exciting and kids alike will covet a tors don’t have to be racing and spectacular fireworks 5601. Festival goers are en- prizes, including a limited nail-biting monster truck fans to get caught up in the display will round out the couraged to come decked- edition Coca-Cola branded ride courtesy of American exhilarating excitement of night’s entertainment. out in costume to be greet- beach cruiser, as well as VIP Thunder Motorsports. Ce- racing ET Bracket Cars and Thrill seekers 18 years

Casa Blanca and Sacaton Convenience Stores To Get Fresh New Look New fuel brands for Casa Blanca and Sacaton convenience stores and fuel stations coming soon

Press Release from being converted to the Union 76 brand. cery store loyalty fuel discount pricing program at Sacaton Benefits in converting to the Union 76 brand at the will be discontinued in favor of lower pump prices. Gila River Indian Community- The long term brand- Sacaton store will result in lower prices at the pump and The rebranding at both locations is expected begin this ing agreements with Shell Oil Company for the Casa Blan- improved community profits. A Chevron branded store at October and be completed November 2015. A short inter- ca and Sacaton convenience stores have expired, leading to the Casa Blanca location will have better freeway recog- ruption, during non-peak hours, will be required to imple- an open selection period. nition, resulting in increased sales. Pump prices at Casa ment new point-of-sale hardware and data systems. A professional study concluded that the store located Blanca will remain steady or decline slightly and will offer Images below reflect artist renderings of what the re- on Casa Blanca Road would best benefit by converting to the Safeway grocery store loyalty program. The Fry’s gro- branded stations may look like. the Chevron brand, and the Sacaton location would benefit

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COURT DATE NOTICES Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Name of Person: Lori Carlos Name of Person: Ramona Sabori Job Announcement Type of Hearing: Disposition hearing Type of Hearing: Complaint Hearing Case Number: ATR-15-0016 / ATR-15-0017 Court Date: November 5, 2015 @ 2:30pm PAID ADVERTISEMENT other characteristics. This list Indian Community, the Gila Court Date: November 12, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Court Room: #3, 2nd floor of Salt River Pima Mar- of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE River Indian Community, the Courtroom: #2, 1st floor icopa Indian Community Court Associate Judge ONLY and is not intended to Ak-Chin Indian Community or Location: Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Commu- A complaint has been filed against you, if you fail Position Summary: Under be a comprehensive listing of the Tohono O’odham Nation nity Tribal Court, Building #23 to file an answer the Court may enter a default the administrative direction of tasks performed by all posi- with preference given to en- Address: 10,005 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale, AZ judgment and provide sanctions against you. the Chief Judge, responsible tions in this classification.) rolled members of the Salt Riv- 85256 Failure to appear can affect your rights and may for the fair and impartial ad- Tasks: er Pima-Maricopa Indian Com- result in a default judgment ministration of justice pursuant 1. Determines trial pro- munity; 4. Having never been to the judicial powers granted cedures and conducts trials, convicted of a felony in any ju- Press Releases from the U.S. Dept. of Justice by the Salt River Pima-Marico- examines evidence, determines risdiction, and having not been pa Indian Community (SRP- validity of allegations, rules on convicted of a misdemeanor MIC) Council and on matters admissibility of evidence, and within five (5) years of the date SCOTTSDALE MAN FOUND GUILTY OF PREMEDITATED MURDER assigned by the Chief Judge. prepares and issues rulings. of the judicial application filed The Associated Judge is ap- OF TRIBAL POLICE OFFICER 2. Researches legal issues with the SRPMIC Council. A pointed by the Council and and prepares appropriate legal misdemeanor shall be convic- Sept. 18, PHOENIX – Earlier this week, Elijah Loren Arthur, Sr., 34, of Scottsdale, presides over and rules in cases memoranda, interprets applica- tion of the type of behavior Ariz., was found guilty by a federal jury of first-degree murder and using a firearm in a as assigned by the Chief Judge. ble SRPMIC, other tribal juris- proscribed in Chapters 6 and crime of violence resulting in death. The case was tried before U.S. District Judge Steven The Associate Judge performs dictions, city, state and federal 10 and 16-231 through 16-236 P. Logan from Sept. 1- 16, 2015. The defendant is being held after trial. Sentencing is set other duties as assigned by the laws and regulations. of Chapter 16 (Dealing with before Judge Logan on Nov. 30, 2015. Chief Judge. This job class is 3. Drafts and issues court DWI and Reckless Driving) of “The verdict in this case represents the culmination of an intensive investigation fol- treated as an FLSA exempt po- orders and opinions. the SRPMIC’s Code of Ordi- lowing the tragedy that took Officer Cabrera away from his family and his Salt River sition. 4. Directs the preparation nances, whether committed on Police Department colleagues,” said U.S. Attorney John S. Leonardo. “Our office is de- Examples of Tasks: and maintenance of records the Salt River Pima-Maricopa termined to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law those who threaten, menace, or harm Descriptive Features: The and dockets of actions and Indian Community or in an- tribal law enforcement officers.” Associate Judge is an integral courts proceedings in accor- other jurisdiction; 5. Being of “While the outcome of these proceedings does not change the fact a police officer member of the judicial system dance with accepted standards good moral character. In deter- was killed while performing his official duties, it will hopefully bring closure to the fam- and as such serves to ensure the of court procedures. mining character, the SRPMIC ily and friends of Officer Jair Cabrera. The FBI remains committed to bringing justice to fair and impartial administra- 5. Conducts arraignments, Council shall consider, among those responsible for senseless crimes such as these,” stated FBI Acting Special Agent in tion of justice. The Associate advisement of rights, and sets other things, the laws, customs Charge Michael V. Caputo. Judge must have a good under- appearance dates. and traditions of the SRPMIC; “Now that the verdict is in and the case has run its course through the criminal justice standing of the of the operation 6. Presides in jury trials Important Notes system, my department can begin to start the healing process. The verdict will never bring of a legal system, administra- and assists with jury manage- Prior to hire as an employ- back our beloved fallen comrade but at least we know that the suspect in this case will not tion of justice, interpersonal re- ment. Gives jury instructions ee, applicants will be subject to be able to do any harm to anyone else. On behalf of the men and women of the Salt River lationships, dispute resolution on application of facts to law. drug and alcohol testing. Will Police Department, and the supportive members of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Police as well as a general knowledge Qualifications: The ap- be required to pass a pre-em- Department, we thank the Community for their continual support throughout this process of public safety operations and plicant shall meet all the qual- ployment background/finger- and we especially thank the men and women of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the FBI, and governmental methods of re- ifications as set for in Chapter print check. Employees are all of the surrounding agencies that assisted the SRPD with the prosecution of this case. porting. The Associate Judge 4, Article 2, 4-22 (B) of the subject to random and alcohol Please keep the parents and significant others of Officer Jair Cabrera in your prayers.” must also have an awareness SRPMIC Code of Ordinances testing. “SRPMIC is an Equal stated Chief Patrick R. Melvin. of human behavior to aid in the as amended. Such qualifica- Opportunity/Affirmative Ac- The evidence at trial showed that on May 24, 2014, Arthur used an AR-15 to shoot resolution of complaints and tions include: 1. Being thirty tion Employer” Preference will and kill Salt River Police Officer Jair Cabrera following a traffic stop on the Salt River disputes. The Associate Judge’s (30 years of age or older; 2. be given to a qualified Com- Pima- Maricopa Indian Reservation. The evidence at trial also showed that Arthur’s affil- work in reviewed by the Chief Possessing a two (2) year de- munity Member, then a quali- iation with the East Side Bloods gang may have been a motivating factor for the killing. Judge through reports, confer- gree (Associate of Arts, certif- fied Native American and then The driver of the vehicle that was stopped, Joey Michael Thomas, 22, of Scottsdale, Ariz., ences and meetings. Judicial icate, etc.) or higher prefera- other qualified candidate. previously pled guilty to second degree murder and is scheduled to be sentenced on Nov. conduct is governed by Section bly in a law related field (e.g., Application instruc- 6, 2015. 4-25 of the SRPMIC Code of law degree, criminal justice, tions: To apply or view full A conviction for first degree murder carries a mandatory penalty of life imprison- ordinances and the SRPMIC administration of justice, Po- job description go to www. ment, and a conviction for using a firearm in a crime of violence resulting in death carries Court Rules of Professional lice Science, paralegal) OR srpmic-nsn/employment *Re- a consecutive punishment of 10 years to life imprisonment, a $250,000 fine, or both. Conduct, Sec 2, judicial rules having at least three (3) years sumes alone will not be accept- The investigation in this case was conducted by Federal Bureau of Investigation and of Professional Conduct. consecutive bench experience ed. Apply before closing date the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Police Department. The prosecution was handled by Tracy Essential Functions: (Es- within the past five (5) years of 10/21/2015 Van Buskirk and Thomas Simon, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, District of Arizona, Phoenix. sential functions may vary appointment to the bench; 3. Pay Rate: $76,119 to CASE NUMBER: CR-14-848-PHX-SPL among positions, but may Being an enrolled member of $106,570/year include the following tasks, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa knowledge, skills, abilities, and SACATON MAN SENTENCED TO FEDERAL PRISON FOR AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT PHOENIX – On Sept. 15, 2015, Basil Edwin Williams, 20, of Sacaton, Ariz., a mem- ber of the Gila River Indian Tribe, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Diane J. Hu- metewa to 102 months in prison, followed by a term of 15 years of supervised release. Williams pleaded guilty on July 15, 2015 to aggravated sexual assault. On Sept. 4, 2014, within the Gila River Indian Community, Williams sexually as- saulted the victim, also a member of the Gila River Indian Tribe, by choking and beating her to engage in a sexual act. The investigation in this case was conducted by the Gila River Police Department. The prosecution was handled by Christina J. Reid-Moore, Assistant U.S. Attorney, Dis- trict of Arizona, Phoenix. CASE NUMBER: CR-14-1416-DJH HOPI-TEWA WOMEN’S COALITION RECEIVES OVER $300,000 IN FEDERAL GRANT FUNDS TO SUPPORT VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Sept. 18, PHOENIX – Today, U.S. Attorney John S. Leonardo announced that $312,608 in grant funds have been awarded to the Hopi -Tewa Women’s Coalition to End Abuse to increase awareness of domestic violence, enhance the response to violence against Indian women, and develop and promote policies and best practices among the tribes. The grant funds were awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women (“OVW”), which is a component of the Department of Justice (“DOJ”). “This Justice Department grant will fund critical programs to enhance the safety and economic security of the victims of domestic violence in Northern Arizona, which in- cludes the Hopi Reservation and extends over Coconino and Navajo Counties.” said U.S. Attorney Leonardo. “We encourage all agencies to be proactive and apply for future grant funding through our Office on Violence Against Women.” Information about OVW and its programs can be found at: http://www.justice.gov/ ovw. Page 14 Gila River Indian News October 2, 2015 Community Council Action Sheets Wednesday, September16, 2015

ACTION SHEET 3. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year [Addendum to Agenda] Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; Residential/Homesite Lease On Allotment 324-A Located On 11. A Resolution Approving The Gila River Indian Community Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian Rights-of-Way, Easements And Boundary Clarification Act, CALL TO ORDER Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation Proposed Federal Legislation, As Part Of The Settlement Of The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Council for approval) The Community’s Trust Accounting And Trust Mismanagement held Wednesday September 16, 2015, in the Community Coun- Presenter: Pamela Pasqual Claims Against The United States (NRSC motioned to forward to cil Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona APPROVED Community Council with recommendation of approval; G&MSC was called to order by presiding Chairman Governor Stephen R. 4. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year motioned to concur with NRSC) Lewis at 9:05am Residential/Homesite Lease On Allotment 3493 Located On Presenters: Linus Everling, Don Pongrace, Jason Hauter INVOCATION Allotted Trust Land In District Four Of The Gila River Indian APPROVED Provided by Councilwoman Carol Schurz Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation 12. A Resolution Approving The Joint Stipulation Of Settlement ROLL CALL for approval) Between The Gila River Indian Community And The United Sign-In Sheet Circulated Presenter: Pamela Pasqual States Of America To Resolve And Settle The Community’s Executive Officers Present: APPROVED Trust Accounting And Trust Mismanagement Claims Against Governor Stephen R. Lewis 5. A Resolution Consenting To A Non-Transferable Fifty Year The United States (NRSC motioned to forward to Community Lt. Governor Monica Antone Residential/Homesite Lease On Allotment 1054 Located On Council with recommendation of approval; G&MSC motioned to Council Members Present: Allotted Trust Land In District Five Of The Gila River Indian concur with NRSC) D1- Joey Whitman, Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; D3- Carolyn Reservation (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation Presenters: Linus Everling, Don Pongrace, Jason Hauter Williams (9:32), Rodney Jackson; D4- Nada Celaya, Angelia for approval) APPROVED Allison, Christopher Mendoza; D5- Brian Davis, Sr., Janice F. Presenter: Pamela Pasqual 13. A Resolution Approving The Gila River Indian Community Stewart, Robert Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6- Anthony Villare- APPROVED Five Year Water Plan (NRSC motioned to forward to Community al, Sr., Albert Pablo, Sandra Nasewytewa 6. A Resolution Approving the Petition for the Enrollment Of Council with recommendation of approval; G&MSC motioned to Council Members Absent: Wade Merril Nequatewa into the Gila River Indian Community concur with NRSC) D4- Jennifer Allison; D7- Devin Redbird (LSC forwards to Community Council with recommendation for Presenters: Linus Everling, Don Pongrace, Jason Hauter APPROVAL OF AGENDA approval) APPROVED APPROVED AS AMENDED Presenter: Wayne Nelson, Jr. ORDINANCES PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS (LIMIT TO 5 MINUTES) APPROVED UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Dr. Charles M. “Monty” Roessel, Director of The Bureau of 7. A Resolution Approving the Petition for the Enrollment Of NEW BUSINESS Indian Education Christina Marie Short into the Gila River Indian Community *1 Urban Members Association Conditions (G&MSC motioned to Presenters: Isaac Salcido, Aaron Allery (LSC forwards to Community Council with recommendation for forward to Community Council for approval) HEARD AFTER ADJOURNMENT approval) Presenter: Councilman Christopher Mendoza REPORTS Presenter: Wayne Nelson, Jr. DISPENSED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA *1. Gila River Business Enterprises Status Report APPROVED 2. Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2015 Presenters: Dale Gutenson, Tom Bechtel 8. A Resolution Adopting The Enrollment Department’s Policies Presenters: Community Council REPORT HEARD And Procedures Addressing Storage Of Community Member MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE *2. Curry Law Office FY 2015 Annual Report (Executive Ses- Wills (LSC forwards to Community Council with recommenda- MINUTES sion) tion for approval) 1. June 17, 2015 (Regular) Presenter: Andrea Curry Presenters: Tana Fitzpatrick, Jane Johnson MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO TABLE MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT APPROVED ANNOUNCEMENTS RESOLUTIONS 9. A Resolution Approving Amendment One To The Agreement >MR. LEO AVERY FUNERAL SERVICES FRIDAY, SEPTEM- 1. A Resolution Approving The Management Plan For The Between The Gila River Department Of Rehabilitation And Su- BER 18, 2015 & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 Western Yellow-Billed Cuckoo Prepared By The Department pervision And The Arizona Department Of Corrections To Take >PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR SUSAN DIXSON’S FAMILY Of Environmental Quality Of The Gila River Indian Community Part In The Correctional Officer Training Academy (LSC for- >PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR JONATHAN HYMER’S FAMILY (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval, wards to Community Council with recommendation for approval, >INDIAN GAMING ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING FRI- CRSC concurs) with recommended changes) DAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2015, 9:00 A.M. AT VEE QUIVA Presenters: Tana Fitzpatrick, Ondrea Barber, Barnaby V. Lewis Presenter: Ron Lopez >4 TRIBES MEETING, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2015, APPROVED APPROVED 9:00 A.M. AT TALKING STICKS 2. A Resolution Delegating To The Governor Of The Gila River 10. A Resolution Authorizing The Tribal Education Department >COUNCILMAN ROBERT STONE ON TRAVEL SEPTEMBER Indian Community Authority To Approve Service Line Agree- To Implement The Plan For Year Two Of The Bureau Of Indian 22 – 25, 2015 ments For Utility Services Related To Individual Homes Con- Education Sovereignty In Indian Education Program Grant (ESC ADJOURNMENT structed Pursuant To Tribal Residential Housing Projects (NRSC forwards to Community Council with corrections for approval, MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:43AM forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) upon GMSC approval) * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) Presenter: Ronald Rosier Presenters: Isaac Salcido, Aaron Allery APPROVED APPROVED

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