VOLUME XV ISSUE 3 MARCH—2019

Tribal Elder, Veteran Recognized at Legislature

Beatrice Thayer honored during National Women’s History Month

Move over Sandra Day the Nevada Army National In addition to recognizing the O’Connor, Beatrice Thayer is Guard in 1973. She finally elder Thayer, Ratti addressed in the house. retired in 1982. Daniel Thayer, who accompa- At 92-years-young, Thayer Ratti told her fellow elected nied his mother to the Senate has observed, and helped officials and a gallery of on- chambers. nudge history along. lookers that Thayer’s military “He says that he is her body- For her spirit, perseverance service included doing KP guard and driver, and she says and dedication to her country, (kitchen patrol) with German that he is her ears,” Ratti Thayer recently was recognized prisoners of war as armed explained. “What I see is so at the Nevada Legislature guards stood watch. much love, so much support as a woman of historical Plus, Ratti explained that and so much companionship.” significance. Thayer witnessed the Berlin A mother of two sons, a “She is a tremendous gift Wall being constructed. Continued On Page 5 to the state of Nevada,” said Nevada Senator Julia Ratti as she introduced Thayer on the senate floor. “I am incredibly honored to have you here today…” A Veteran of World War II, Staff Sergeant Thayer enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps, now known as the Air Force, in 1945. Despite a segregated and male dominated military, Thayer attained top secret clearance and delivered important war correspondence to the Supreme Headquarters of the Allied Forces in Europe. A member of the Reno- Sparks Indian Colony and a The Upper House — Nevada Assistant Majority Leader Julia Ratti (right) shares gripping milestones of Beatrice Thayer’s service to her country and community. A student from the Stewart Indian World War II Veteran and a member of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony, Thayer School, Thayer was honorably (middle) was recently honored by the Nevada Legislature as a woman of historical discharged from the military significance in conjunction with National Women’s History Month. Her younger son, in October of 1958, and joined Daniel (left) is also pictured. Photo By Becky Wood APRIL 15

2 Important APRIL dates Deadlines, Mailing List The Camp News Profile 6 Kids Cooking Class, Nothing To It Culinary Center, 10:30 a.m.

Started in the early 1980s, 7 Beginner Paiute, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. The Camp News is the 8 Grad Cap Beading Class, RSIC Library, 5 p.m. monthly publication for the 10 Senior Paiute Classes, Senior Center, 1 p.m. Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Drum, Sing, Learn, Hungry Valley Education Center, 6 p.m. community. The newsletter is produced monthly out Tribal Council Meeting, Hungry Valley Rec Center, 6 p.m. of the RSIC Public 11 Language Class, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. Relations Department and Intermediate Paiute, RSIC Senior Center, 6 p.m. duplicated and distributed 12 Financial Beginnings Managing Personal Credit, RSTHC, 11:45 a.m. by RSIC Administration Front Office. 14 Beginner Paiute, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. SEND US YOUR NEWS 15 FBNN Mobile Food Harvest, Hungry Valley Rec Center Upper Lot, Noon Grad Cap Beading Class, RSIC Library, 5 p.m. The deadline for all print submissions to be consid- Executive Health Board Meeting, RSTHC, 5:30 p.m. ered for publication in The 16 Commodity Distribution, Senior Center, 8 a.m. Camp News is 5 p.m., the 17 Senior Paiute Classes, Senior Center, 1 p.m. second Thursday of every Drum, Sing, Learn, Hungry Valley Education Center, 6 p.m. month. 18 Shoshone Language Class, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. CONTACT OUR STAFF Intermediate Paiute, RSIC Senior Center, 6 p.m. E-mail your submissions 19 Good Friday, RSIC Administration Offices Close at Noon to [email protected] or drop off your photos and 20 RSIC Rec Department Easter Egg Hunt, Anderson Park suggested articles at 34 21 Easter Sunday Reservation Road, Reno, 22 Earth Day NV 89502. Grad Cap Beading Class, RSIC Library, 5 p.m. CIRCULATION 23 Adult Cooking Class, Nothing To It Culinary Center, 6 p.m. If you live outside Washoe 24 Senior Paiute Classes, Senior Center, 1 p.m. County and would like to Drum, Sing, Learn, Hungry Valley Education Center, 6 p.m. receive The Camp News Economic Development Meeting, Hungry Valley Rec Center, 6 p.m. via U.S. Post, please contact us with your mailing 25 Shoshone Language Class, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. address. Intermediate Paiute, RSIC Senior Center, 6 p.m. If you have a problem with 26 Stewart Indian School: Home of the Braves documentary, delivery, please call us at (775) 329-2936. KNPB Public Television Channel 5, 10:30 p.m. 27 Great Clean Up, Eagle Canyon Road, Mile Marker 1.5, 8 a.m. ELECTRONIC EDITION Search & Rescue Community Disaster Training, Hungry Valley Community Center For those of you who 28 Truckee Meadows Earth Day , Mayberry Park, 9 a.m. would prefer to get an electronic version of The Search & Rescue Community Disaster Training, Hungry Valley Community Center Camp News or just read it Beginner Paiute, RSIC Library, 4 p.m. on-line, please see: 29 Stewart Indian School: Home of the Braves documentary, www.rsic.org and PDFs KNPB Public Television Channel 5, 1 p.m. of our publication are available. If you have questions, call For a listing of all of the Tribe’s activities, meeting and events, log onto: us at 329-2936, ext. 3268. www.rsic.org . www.rsic.org Chose the News tab, and pull down to Events.

3 4 Continued From Front Page grandmother of five, and great grandmother of nine, Thayer, affectionately known to all in her community as Aunt Bea, embodies Native American

“She is a tremendous gift to the State of Nevada.” —Senator Julia Ratti on Beatrice Thayer

Warrior strength, perseverance and pride. In addition to Thayer, other notable women honored by the Nevada Senate included: Senator Bernice Mathews, Anna Bailey, a Broadway dancer, Felice Cohn, a pioneer- ing legal mind, Thalia Dondero, a public servant and mother of a current Nevada senator, Judith Rudnick and Sally Ride, NASA astronauts, Sandra Day Living Legend — Reno-Sparks Indian Colony elder and World War II Veteran O’Connor, the first female Beatrice Thayer (center) was honored by Nevada Senator Julia Ratti during a National Women’s History Month celebration at the state legislature last week. supreme court justice, Barbara At 92 years old and incredibly humble, Thayer, has witnessed and sacrificed for the Ross, an educator and medical advancement of Native Americans and women. Photo By Becky Wood physician, Harriet Trudell, a social activist, along with the entire female majority of the years, Congress continued Clinton, Bush and Obama have Nevada Legislature. to pass joint resolutions issued a series of annual According to the Library of designating a week in March as proclamations designating the Congress, Women’s History “Women’s History Week.” month of March as “Women’s Month had its origins as a In 1987 after being petitioned History Month.” national celebration in 1981, by the National Women’s Today, several federal and when Congress passed a law History Project, Congress state agencies commemorate which authorized and requested passed a new law which and encourage the study, the President to proclaim the designated the month of March observance and celebration week beginning March 7, 1982 1987 as “Women’s History of the vital role of women as “Women’s History Week.” Month.” in American history. Throughout the next five Since 1995, Presidents

5 A month dedicated to bringing awareness to prevent child abuse and neglect, and keep our most vulnerable safe.

6 Thanks To Observant Driver, All’s Well That Ends Well Quick thinking community member alerts authorities to suspicious activity

She saw something, she said something, and now, Mother Earth is happier. Earlier this month, Hungry Valley resident Elena Sampson spotted an industrial truck parked off the side of Eagle Canyon road as she was returning home from work. What really gave Sampson pause was the gushing liquid pouring out of the truck onto the ground. “If I hadn’t see a lot of liquid coming out of the back of the Poor Judgement — On her way home from work, a resident of Hungry Valley managed to safely get a photograph of illegal activity taking place in Hungry Valley. truck, I may have just driven Elena Sampson took information to the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony’s Environmental by,” Sampson said. “However, I Program, which worked in conjunction with Tribal Police to hold the construction noticed that they were watching company accountable for illegal dumping on Tribal lands. me as I drove by slowly.” Photo Provided By Bhie Cie Ledesma Undeterred, Sampson explained that she made a U- samples and other RSIC judgement as they admitted to turn, parked her vehicle, and authorities contacted the dumping the liquid instead of pulled out her cell phone. company which openly admit- properly disposing of it as they “I wanted to take a picture ted that the construction are required. and have it checked out company’s driver had released “The RSIC Tribal Police because the liquid could have “muddy water” from large tank Department was an enormous been something really toxic,” on its truck onto the land just off support in this,” Ledesma said. Sampson said. Eagle Canyon road. “They were right on the case.” She added that the suspicious The construction company And for her vigilance, behavior and shocked expres- readily agreed to pay for the Sampson received a certificate sions of the strangers gave her expedited testing, lab interpre- of recognition. pause, but she managed to tation and eventual clean up. “I would never directly photograph the license plate H2O environmental declared confront anyone,” Sampson of the truck. that the tested soil samples said, “but I was sure the Sampson wisely shared her were non-hazardous and below situation needed to be checked experience with the Reno- actionable levels. out. It was the right thing Sparks Indian Colony Environ- Moreover, the employees who to do.” mental Manager, Bhie Cie cleaned the infected ditch In fact, since the Nevada Ledesma, who quickly got the by spraying it with clean water Native Nations Land Act was Tribal Police involved. and using their vacuum hose signed by United States As an illegal dumping to collect water as it ran off the President Barack Obama on Tribal lands had occurred, ditch, were very contrite. in 2016, and the RSIC Tribal the possibility that the Ledesma wrote in her official Council, along with Tribal Police discharge could have been incident report that the employ- and Hungry Valley Fire toxic, Ledesma took soil ees apologized for their error in Continued On Page 8

7 Continued From Page 7 departments have encouraged all community members that a community where people inter- vene for the good of others is a safer community. As the RSIC is the steward of 15,354 acres in Hungry Valley, all residents and visitors play a role in keeping our land pristine and our residents safe. “Hungry Valley shouldn’t be a trash can,” Sampson said. “Everyone needs to keep this Earth clean.” If you see or hear illegal activities—shooting, dumping, alcohol use, or off-road vehicle activity outside designated routes and areas in Hungry “See Something, Say Something” — Reno-Sparks Indian Colony employee Valley or at the Colony, please and Hungry Valley resident Elena Sampson (right) was recognized by the Tribe’s call 911 or the RSIC Tribal environmental program manager Bhie Cie Ledesma (left) for reporting recent illegal Police dispatch, non- dumping off Eagle Canyon Road. Photo by the RSIC Environmental Program emergency, at: 323-2677, or Monday through Friday, during business hours, phone the The Value of Community Policing RSIC Tribal Police at 785-8776.

"If You See Something, Say Something" engages the public 9-1-1 Tips in protecting our homeland through awareness-building, partner- ships, and other outreach. There can be moments in our day that cause us to pause and ◄Always know your location and be ask, “Is this typical of my every day?” If it’s not, speak up. Don't be ready to give directions to the 9-1-1 afraid to say something if you see something that doesn't seem call taker using cross streets, mile right. markers, landmarks and cities. Give Whether you are on your way to work, walking in your neighbor- your precise location or the location hood, or out and about in your community, remember: We all play of the emergency. a role in keeping our communities safe. Remember to stay vigilant and say something when you see signs of suspicious activity. ◄Always know your cell phone Familiarize yourself with the signs of illegal, suspicious activity number. Provide your 10-digit phone and when you notice something out of the ordinary, report who or number, so the operator can call you what you saw, when you saw it, where it occurred and why it's back in needed. suspicious to local authorities. Public safety is everyone's responsibility. If you see suspicious ◄Describe the emergency clearly. activity, report it to local law enforcement or a person of authority. Tell the 9-1-1 call taker what the exact For more information on how you can help keep our community emergency is. clean and safe, contact Bhie Cie Ledesma, RSIC Environmental Program : 785-1363 or Tribal Police Chief Stewart Handte: (775) ◄Stay on the line until the operator 785-8776. tells you to hang up.

8 9 10 New Provider Joins the Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center

Nurse Practitioner Julie Cope serving as interim co-medical director

Her career in Indian Country She also helped patients client with mental health strug- started with a two-month, with diabetes improve their gles, develop a plan to improve temporary assignment. Now, symptoms, and helped patients his or her symptoms and live Julie Cope, a family nurse with chronic illness manage in harmony with his or her practitioner (NP), has joined the their medications. beliefs,” NP Cope said. “my Reno-Sparks Tribal Health philosophy is that I am a guide Center, as a medical provider “I plan to stay at the and a partner, not a director.” and, the acting co-medical NP Cope said that she is a director. Reno-Sparks Tribal good listener, and works with “This building is amazing,” NP Health Center people where they are in their Cope said of the RSTHC. “She lives. looks forward to working with long-term...” “I have that same philosophy staff members to improve with managing staff,” NP Cope patient care, and with patients — NP Julie Cope said. “When we work together, to improve their health and we will come up with the best well-being. She ran educational booths solutions.” NP Cope comes to the Reno- at pow wows and community Though she had never been Sparks Indian Colony after health fairs, and twice was a to Nevada, NP Cope has a working for two years with the presenter at Tribal women's brother, a sister-in-law, and Uintah & Ouray Indian Health health conferences. their children who live in the Service of . In addition, as a provider, area. Her time in the Fort Duchesne NP Cope has experience “I plan to stay at RSTHC area changed the focus of her in behavioral health, and she long-term,” NP Cope said. career. previously worked at a state “My goal is to build consensus “What motivates me to work mental health hospital and a and use teamwork to solve with tribal communities is see- substance abuse treatment challenges.” ing how much positive changes facility. NP Cope said that she can help the community,” NP “My goals were to help each believes that collaboration Cope said. “The kindness and and teamwork are the keys respect I was offered by the to improving the care delivered Northern Ute community to patients at the RSTHC. motivated me, too. “I have clear expectations While working with Native around patient care,” NP Cope Americans including Northern said. “If a provider is not deliver- Ute, Shoshone, , and ing the standard of care Paiute Indians, NP Cope expected, or is not treating provided care to a variety clients with respect, I will hold of patients and managed two them accountable.” specialty programs, one in When not serving the 1,160 women’s health and the other Colony members and the 7,000 related to diabetes. eligible Urban Indians, NP Cope NP Cope provided well Joining The Team — Julie Cope, will be starting a part-time woman checks, PAP or who used to work for the Uintah and doctoral program at Nevada for papanicolaou smear tests, Ouray Indian Health Service, has joined addition training in leadership the RSTHC. A nurse practitioner, Cope long-term birth control, and will also be the RSTHC Interim Co- and specialty patient care. urgent women’s visits. Medical Director.

11 Roadway Safety: How Can You Reduce Injuries, Fatalities Driver, pedestrian simple steps to save improve odds, save lives

By Todd Morrison cans and Alaska Natives ages make sure to use car seats Tribal Technical Assistance Program 1 to 44. even for short trips. With 2,840 known fatalities In some states Native Ameri- The second emphasis area is on Tribal lands from 2011 cans are four times more likely roadway departure. Sixty-three to 2015, most of us have either to die from a motor vehicle percent of Native American lost a loved one or know some- crash than the general popula- fatalities happened when some- one who has. tion. one left the travel way resulting You don’t have to feel power- From this review, the commit- in a crash. Twenty-five percent less to stop it. There are many tee found five emphasis areas of these were in curves. How ways that each of us can work of special concern. can you reduce this? Stay to prevent roadway fatalities. The first one is occupant on the road. Easier said than Small efforts put forth by all can protection (seat belts, car done at times. make a mountain of a difference seats, helmets, air bags, etc.). For most of us, we need and turn the tide. In 51 percent of Native to make sure that we are not To figure out how we can American fatalities, occupant distracted. No texting or using prevent these fatalities, we first protection was not used. electronic devices while driving. must study the data. In Tribal areas seat belt There’s also a lot that Road The data tells the story of why usage has been tracked at 78 Departments can do to keep these fatal collisions are occur- percent, while the overall you on the road and help ring. Even that is a struggle as United States’ average usage is prevent fatalities if you leave we have known under reporting 90 percent. the road. of crashes in Tribal areas. Here’s the second thing that They accomplish this with This leads us to the first thing you can do: wear your seat good maintenance of gravel or you can do: report any crashes belt, make sure everyone unpaved roads, striping, sign- that you know of. In addition to else in the vehicle does, and Continued On Page 13 calling 911, contact your Tribal transportation planner or grants manager, and let them know, especially about serious crash- es or fatalities. The more data that we have; the clearer the picture will be. Also, our chances of obtaining grant funding to correct safety issues are greatly enhanced by good data. A Tribal Transportation Committee, formed from many Tribal governments and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), reviewed the crash data for Native Americans. Use Your Seat Belt — In 51 percent of Native American automobile fatalities, occupant It’s startling to learn that motor protection was not used per the research of Tribal Technical Assistance Program (TTAP). vehicle crashes are the leading This program was recently established by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office cause of death from uninten- of Innovative Program Delivery’s Center for Local Aid Support. For more information about tional injury for Native Ameri- roadway safety, please see: https://ttap-center.org/ . File Photo 12 Continued From Page 12 they have been drinking and The fifth emphasis area is age, a clear roadside, and you have not. Be a good friend availability of public safety gentle slopes to name a few and take the keys away from a services. Forty-four percent items. You can also help with buddy that’s been drinking. of fatalities on Tribal lands have this. Report any signs that are The fourth emphasis area is more than an hour from the time down, that have been vandal- pedestrian safety. Eleven EMS is notified to when the ized or are no longer reflective percent of roadway fatalities victim arrives at the hospital. at night to your public works. for Native Americans occur This number is 23 percent Also report drainage issues when a pedestrian is struck by a on average for the U.S. and damaged guardrail. They vehicle. This number is 3.5 Road safety experts have a can’t be everywhere at once times greater than other por- term called the “golden hour.” and rely upon you to be their tions of the population. If you can get medical attention eyes. The majority of these are at within an hour of sustaining The third emphasis area is night in rural areas. Seventy- severe injury, your chances impaired driving. Forty-percent seven percent of the time the of living are much higher. of Native American fatalities individual was walking along or How can you help? Consider involved impaired driving. This in the road. becoming a community volun- is compared to 36 percent What can you do? Walk on a teer and take some basic of fatal crashes across the U.S. sidewalk or path when it’s avail- medical training. Contact Reno having an impaired driver. able. If you must walk on the Sparks Indian Colony Emergen- You can help to reduce this shoulder or in the road, face cy Services for information by drinking responsibly and traffic. Be seen by wearing of training 785-1373. helping others to do so. Don’t reflective or bright clothing. It’s quite possible you could drive if you’ve been drinking. Never walk near the road while be first on the scene and Offer to give someone a ride if impaired by alcohol or drugs. provide lifesaving assistance.

13 March 1, 2019

The President The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Mr. President, I am writing regarding your administration’s recent disregard for the sovereignty and the lack of consultation with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony and all Nevada Tribes.

As one-half ton of weapons grade plutonium was illegally transported to, and is now being stored on Tribal ancestral homelands of the Western Shoshone people at the Nevada National Security Site, I implore you to respect our government-to-government relationship as we look to resolve this untenable situation which endangers our people, our land, and continues to erode any trust between your Department of Energy and the United States’ original citizens.

According to Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak, the shipment of waste without any notifica- tion violated the spirit of the 2014 Memo of Understanding which addresses the shipment and deposit of waste between the State of Nevada and the DOE.

As the Chairman of my Tribe, I have been entrusted to represent and protect our communi- ty. I ask that you accept Governor Sisolak’s meeting request and that your DOE Secretary work closely with our Tribal and State leaders to address the specifics of this recent shipment, and to ensure that no more hazardous material is sent to and/or left behind on our land.

Respectfully,

Arlan D. Melendez Tribal Chairman

cc: Nevada Indian Commission

14 Tribes Object to Secret Shipment to Yucca Mountain

Nevada Native American leaders outraged over plutonium shipment, storage

Carson City, Nev. – Reno-Sparks were not informed or consulted administration’s plans for the Indian Colony Chairman Arlan about the shipment, which proposed Yucca Mountain nu- D. Melendez along with leaders happened prior to November clear waste site. from 12 additional Nevada of 2018. President Trump has yet Tribes have sent letters to the “As a Southern Nevada Tribe, to acknowledge or respond United States President Donald our reservations – one in down- to Governor Sisolak’s request Trump and Energy Secretary town Las Vegas and another for a meeting. Rick Perry protesting the federal in the northwestern part of the Chairman Rupert Steele government’s shipment of a half Las Vegas Valley – are in direct of the Confederated Tribes metric ton of weapons-grade proximity to the transportation of the Goshute Reservation plutonium to the Nevada routes that may have been wrote, “By sending and storing National Security Site without utilized for this shipment to the a half ton of radioactive plutoni- informing the Tribes or state Nevada National Security Site,” um to the State of Nevada government officials. Chris Spotted Eagle, Tribal without consultation, the United “I implore you to respect our Chairman of the Las Vegas States government failed in its government-to-government Paiute Tribe, wrote in a letter duty to protect Indian Tribal relationship as we look to Perry. “Were an incident resources. Furthermore, by to resolve this untenable to occur during such transport, taking such a reckless and situation which endangers our our tribal citizens would be careless action, the United people, our land, and continues exposed to potentially harmful States government completely to erode any trust between your impacts.” ignored its legal and moral Department of Energy and the Nevada Governor Steve responsibilities under the United States’ original Sisolak sent a letter to Presi- United States Constitution citizens,” Chairman Melendez dent Trump on Feb. 27 request- to consult with Indian Tribes wrote. ing a meeting to discuss the on actions with Indian Tribal In addition, Tribal chairs plutonium shipment and the implications.” from the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, the Fallon Paiute- Shoshone Tribe, the Duckwater Shoshone Tribe, the Walker River Paiute Tribe, the Fort McDermitt Paiute Shoshone Tribe, the Elko Band Council, the Ely Shoshone Tribe, the Yerington Paiute Tribe, the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation, the Summit Lake Paiute Tribe, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe and the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute, which encom- Red Rock Canyon — Native American people used this area for thousands of years, living passes parts of Eastern Nevada in the desert valley during the fall and winter and migrating to the hills and mountains during spring and summer. In February, Tribal and Nevada leaders learned that the federal govern- and Western Utah, all ex- ment shipped and stored hazardous materials to this sacred area at the end of 2018. pressed concerns that they Photo Contributed By Nevada Indian Commission

15 16 Should RSIC Explore the Marijuana Industry? Leadership asking for input, holds two public meetings with question, answer sessions

The Tribal Council of the With a crowd between 40-50 Even though criminal punish- Reno-Sparks Indian Colony has persons at each meeting, RSIC ments for marijuana are not as been considering the potential Economics Development harsh, legally cannabis is in the benefits and pitfalls of the Tribe Director Steve Moran gave a same drug category as heroin, entering into the cannabis brief history of the industry. moreover, cannabis is in a business. He said that medical marijua- more restrictive category than As both medical and recrea- na use was legalized in Nevada cocaine and meth. tional marijuana are legal in the by ballot initiative in 2000, while Reclassifying a drug is not a State of Nevada, the business recreational use of marijuana simple process, however, last opportunities for growing was legalized in Nevada year, President Trump signed marijuana, processing and by ballot initiative in 2016. into law a provision legalizing packaging marijuana products, However, even as 10 states hemp, a species of cannabis. and retail sales, seem substan- and Washington, DC, allow Despite federal prohibition, tial. marijuana, the federal govern- the Obama administration took As directed by the Tribal ment still strictly prohibits pot. a hands off approach to mariju- Council, the Colony’s ana, providing the Cole Memo Chairman, Arlan D. Melendez, HISTORY which focuses on 9 priorities and the RSIC Economic Under the U.S. Drug Enforce- such as not allowing minor Development and Business ment Agency’s (DEA) schedul- children access to legal pot, Enterprises staff have done ing system, the government or not to do business across extensive research on the classifies marijuana as a state lines. marijuana industry. Schedule 1 drug, which means Currently, the 2014 Wilkinson To be transparent and it doesn’t believe that marijuana Memo a “Policy Statement encourage respectful dialogue has medical value, and that Regarding Marijuana Issues in a structured, safe setting, the marijuana has a high potential in Indian Policy’ which was DOJ Tribal Council recently held two for abuse. policy guidance to U.S. District community meetings—one on Attorneys, is in effect. the Colony and one in Hungry Initially, the Trump administra- Valley—to give an overview tion took a tougher line, but the of the industry. latest Attorney General, William Plus, the leadership brought Barr, told the U.S. Senate in professional experts who on Jan. 15, that “...marijuana have been in the industry not companies which are operating only in other states, but with legally according to state laws other federally recognized where the cultivation and sale Tribes. of the drug is allowed, will not In addition, Las Vegas Paiute face action by the Justice Tribal Council member Benny Department.” Tso, addressed the current Still, banks overwhelmingly trends in the marijuana are not comfortable dealing industry, along with the with any businesses that are challenges the business has New Revenue Source? — While the essentially breaking federal law. cannabis industry might be incredibly presented, as well as the appealing as a revenue source and job In those states in which benefits, and long-term outlook creator, some Tribes struggle with the for the business. possible ethical opposition. File Photo Continued On Page 19

17 SEARCH AND RESCUE COMMUNITY DISASTERS TRAINING—APRIL 27-28

Strategies & Skills for Surviving Disaster

To sign up, contact : David Hunkup RSIC Emergency Services [email protected] 775.785.1373

This FREE Search and Rescue in Community Disasters course provides training for individuals to survive a disaster and to safely conduct search and light rescue response, aiding their family and neighbors in the immediate aftermath of a natural catastrophe, technological accident, or human-caused incident. The course is intended for members of the whole community and draws on information and lessons learned from a variety of disaster incidents such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and man-made events for discussion points. This course is not intended for the professional responder, however would be beneficial for the responder’s family. The course also uses hands-on training to demonstrate best practices for effective search and light rescue, which can be used in both residential and commercial environments. The training will be held at the Hungry Valley Community Center.

Topics • Developing a mindset to prepare, act and survive in a disaster involving your community • Using survival strategies to rescue and care for yourself, your family, and your pets during and in the immediate aftermath of an event • Providing assistance in the search, light rescue, care, and safety of your neighbors

Participants • The target audience encompasses the whole community, including, but not restricted to: • Religious Organizations • Volunteer Fire Departments • Youth Organizations • Community Emergency Response Teams • Interested Members of the Community • American Red Cross and other Non-Governmental Organizations

18 Continued From Page 17 Tribe’s legal department, Marketplace is the largest cannabis is legal, federal creating compacts or legal marijuana store in the world. restrictions require the cannabis agreements is intended Having signed one of the first business to be operated with to prevent potential conflicts compacts in Nevada, represent- only cash—no checks, no credit between state and tribal laws atives from NuWu Cannabis cards, no debit cards, just cash. relating to marijuana. Marketplace gave a promising From paying employees Moran outlined that to date, report about the continued in cash, to purchasing product seven Tribes in Nevada have business opportunities with in cash, to paying taxes in cash, entered into marijuana marijuana during the RSIC this restriction makes the compacts with the State. community meetings. business very cumbersome. Each of these intergovern- The Nevada’s Department Just this month, though, the mental contracts between the of Taxation has reported that federal stance seemed to State and the applicable Tribe thus far this year, marijuana soften as members of Congress spells out the rules, oversight, sales for the state are about introduced a bipartisan bill scope and standards for partici- $52 million per month. aimed at protecting federal pation in the cannabis industry. In 2018, the sales were $41 employees who use marijuana The Tribes which currently million per month. in accordance with state law. have marijuana compacts are: Washoe County, which At the RSIC’s community the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, the comprises 16 percent of the meetings, Moran explained that Fort McDermitt Paiute- overall market, collected $8.3 specific to American Indian Shoshone Tribe, the Yerington million per month. Tribes within Nevada, the State Paiute Tribe, the Ely Shoshone There are currently 13 retail Legislature has adopted a law Tribe, the Pyramid Lake Paiute stores in the Reno area, which provides cooperation Tribe, the Lovelock Paiute with six more setting up shop, between Tribes and the State Tribe, and the Walker River based on 2019 licenses which would allow state licens- Paiute Tribe. awarded by the city. es to do business with Tribe. In fact, the Las Vegas Of course, more money could Furthermore, according to the Paiute Tribe’s NuWu Cannabis Continued On Page 22

MARIJUANA TAX INFORMATION GUIDE STATE EXCISE WHOLESALE TAXABLE SALES MEDICAL 15% ADULT USE 15% $529M $27.27 MILLION FY2018 FY2018 SALES TAX MEDICAL ~8% BUSINESS LICENSING ADULT USE ~8% APPLICATION AND LICENSING FEES $42.97 MILLION FY2018 STATE $5,000 to $20,000 RETAIL EXCISE UP TO ADULT USE 10% LOCAL $75,000 $42.50 MILLION FY2018

19 In & Around: Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Community Fitness fun, rock & roll history, preparing for emergencies, civic duty

Team Flab-U-Less – The winners of a recent Three Nations Well- Come And Get Your Love – Though participants were forced ness Weight Challenge, Ryan Lia, Teresa Bill and Mary Lara lost 45 to relocate to a different viewing area, about 30 people enjoyed a pounds. Ten teams entered the 12-week program sponsored by the screening of RUMBLE, and a question and answer session with Red Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center’s 3 Nation’s Wellness Bone cofounder Pat Vegas and his son, PJ, who is a contemporary Center. The next challenge will be June 6. hip hop artist.

What If There’s A Fire? – Last month, a fire drill was conducted For The Good of The Community – Darlene “Dolly” Gardipe for all employees, students and visitors at 34 Reservation Road. The recently took an oath of office and she joined the Reno-Sparks Tribal 10:01 a.m., drill was activated by a horn and strobe lights Health Center’s seven-member, executive health board. Appointed to alert everyone in the facility. According to Reno-Sparks Indian by the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Tribal Council, the board Colony Emergency Services Manager David Hunkup, the evacuation provides input into the policies and procedures, as well as oversight was very orderly and immediate. According to the United States to the traditional medicine and other programs. The board helps Fire Administration, (USFA), African American males (19.7) and guide the RSTHC staff which is committed to enhancing the quality American Indian males (18.6) have the highest fire death rates per of life of all of American Indians by providing a culturally competent million population. and patient-centered continuum of care. 20 In & Around: Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Community Helping the home front, feedback from elders, building a force, speedy athlete

To Serve and Protect – New Police Officer, K. Leslie, recently Fierce Competitor – At 9 years of age, Jack Quoetone, son of swore to support and defend the Constitution of the Reno-Sparks James Quoetone and grandson of Jacqueline and Lanny Quoetone, Indian Colony and the Constitution of the United States against all joined the Sunlight Ski Club U-10. This season, Jack took 2nd place enemies, foreign and domestic. A former officer for the Pyramid twice, and a 3rd place. Jack finished his season at the Powderhorn Lake Paiute Tribe, Leslie joins the RSIC Tribal Police Department Ski Resort in Mesa, Colo., competing in the giant slalom. He also which is made up of nine officers, plus a criminal investigator, raced in the U-14 division with athletes five years older than him, three sergeants, and the police chief. and earned 2nd place with a speed of 46 mph this year.

Listening Session – The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center Official – Randy Melendez recently took an oath of office to serve and Museum staff recently met with alumni and family members on the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony’s Housing Advisory Board. The to share the upcoming plans of its new cultural center which is RSIC Housing Department was formed to improve the quality of life slated to open this year at the historic site of the Indian boarding for residents of the Colony by assisting tribal members obtain and school. During the three-hour session, community members provided maintain an affordable, comfortable, safe and sanitary home. The comments on the future operation and mission of the cultural center seven-member advisory board which is appointed by Tribal Council, and museum. Many attendees shared memories, many which were provides general oversight and community involvement for about promoted by the school memorabilia displayed. 320 households, 165 on the Colony and 155 in Hungry Valley.

21 Continued From Page 19 means of ingesting it are now that is consistent with the goals available. and values of its members. be made from cultivation and Some Tribes also are During the Wednesday, April processing, but then the Tribe concerned about the social 10, RSIC Tribal Council meet- would need to spend more impact that might occur from ing, the agenda will include a money to operate a larger, legalization and profitability request for leadership to vote more integrated business. from marijuana. One conse- to proceed, and possibly an The RSIC Economic Develop- quence might be attracting item for approval to direct staff ment Director believes that the criminal or other destructive to take the steps necessary marijuana business would elements to Tribal communities. to pursue participation in the provide substantial new The report concluded that business of cannabis. revenue. even within states approving That monthly meeting will be legalization, there are often held at 6 p.m., in the Hungry INDIAN COUNTRY cultural conflicts about the Valley Recreation Center. In a case study by Evergreen use of and association State College with cooperation with cannabis. STAND FOR SOVEREIGNTY from 42 Tribes, authors Amber However, for the RSIC, In January, Nevada Governor Seachord and Barbara Leigh at this preliminary phase, the Steve Sisolak announced the Smith found that one of the Tribal Council is still seeking members of his advisory panel biggest fears that Tribes have Tribal member input to assist tasked with preparing enabling about legalizing recreational the governing body in reaching language for a Cannabis marijuana is the impact it might a final decision on marijuana Continued On Back Cover have on their youth. According to the study, Native Americans have the highest addiction rate of any racial or ethnic group in the U.S., and many Tribes do not want to give their youth the wrong idea about drug use. Some studies have shown that continued use of marijuana containing high levels of THC by youth could change the way still-developing brains grow. Another study showed mice born from mothers who were injected with high doses of THC during pregnancy were very anxious, not social, and also very uncoordinated (Sides, 2015). The case study noted that marijuana smoke is also an irritant of the respiratory system and actually produces more tar in the lungs than cigarettes (Inciardi, 1999). This would be true if it is smoked, but many alternative

22 Leo Grass and family would like to say "Thank You," to all who came to his games this season. He played hard every single game, and we appreciate your time and support this season. Leo Grass, Spanish Springs High Class of 2019 High Desert League First Team Guard

This pow wow is being organized by RSIC’s Raquel Thomas, the Vice-President of Wanbli Ota at Fort Lewis College. Two other students at Fort Lewis include MorningRose Tobey and Terrence Fillmore.

23 24 Cortez Masto Introduces Bill to Address Suicide

Bipartisan initiative offers intervention, prevention for Natives in Indian County

Washington, D.C. – The suicide Prevention Act would help epidemic on Native American address this epidemic by ensur- reservations continues to reach ing that in carrying out existing crisis levels. Suicide is the Public Health Service Act second leading cause of death programs, states or state- for Native people ages 10-34. designated entities are required In February, United States to collaborate with each federal- Senator Catherine Cortez ly recognized tribal nation, tribal Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senators organization, urban Indian Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), organization, and Native Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Epidemic — Despite the strengths Hawaiian health care system 13 Senate colleagues to intro- of Native American families and in the state in developing and duce the bipartisan Native communities, suicide remains a devas- implementing statewide suicide tating and all too frequent event. American Suicide Prevention early intervention and preven- Complex, interrelated factors contrib- Act. ute to an increased suicide risk tion strategies. This legislation would help including: mental health disorders, “Alaska consistently tops the address the alarming suicide substance abuse, intergenerational charts with some of the highest rate in Native communities trauma, and community-wide issues. suicide rates in the country, with by requiring collaboration File Photo a disproportionately high rate in among states and tribal nations Native communities. in the design and implementa- Despite the devastating When someone takes their own tion of statewide suicide scope of this crisis and the life, families and often entire intervention and prevention clear need for Native communi- communities are impacted strategies. ties' involvement in the devel- by the shock and grief that fol- For American Indians and opment of suicide prevention lows,” Senator Lisa Murkowski Alaska Natives ages 15-34, the strategies, tribal nations and said. “Our goal is to save lives suicide rate is 50 percent times tribal organizations are too of- and to give hope and support higher than the national ten left out of planning and exe- to so many Alaskans in need.” average. In some tribal commu- cution of statewide suicide pre- A study by the Aspen Insti- nities, the youth suicide rate is vention programs. tute's Center for Native Ameri- 10 times greater than the “Each Tribal nation under- can Youth found that as a result national average. stands how to best serve their of historical trauma, chronically “Our Native communities are respective communities and underfunded federal programs, in the midst of a suicide crisis, should be part of any conversa- and broken promises on the and we must do more tion that affects the livelihood part of the federal government, to support them as they fight and wellbeing of their people,” American Indians and Alaska to end it,” Senator Cortez Masto Senator Elizabeth Warren said. Natives experience many said. “The Native American “This bipartisan legislation is a health, educational and Suicide Prevention Act would necessary step in ensuring that economic disparities compared ensure that Tribal leaders play a Tribal nations are heard and to the general population. role in the development and empowered to create suicide Such disparities, specifically implementation of suicide prevention programs tailored health disparities, which prevention programs so that to the needs of their tribal includes behavioral health are these strategies are culturally communities.” believed to be the cause of high competent and effective.” The Native American Suicide rates of suicide for Natives.

25 Podcast Explores Indigenous Identity, Native Connections Project 562 creator uses another medium to continue changing the way we see ourselves

All My Relations is a podcast while also celebrating and During each pod cast, Wilbur hosted by Matika Wilbur uplifting their communities and and Keene ask their guest what (Swinomish and Tulalip) and cultures. the phrase “All My Relations” Adrienne Keene (Cherokee The majority of Americans means to them. Nation) to explore our relation- never see this side of Indian Thus far, the answers have ships— relationships to land, Country, and instead only see been delivered with a variety to our creatural relatives, and stereotypical Hollywood Indians descriptions however, this wide- to one another. set in the historic past or sad, ly used phrase was addressed Each episode invites guests dark poverty. in Sioux teachings: “The phrase to delve into a different topic “We want to offer an alterna- Mitakuye Oyasin has a bigger facing Native peoples today as tive, to move beyond bland meaning than just our blood we keep it real, play games, stereotypes and misrepresenta- relatives. Yes, it’s true; we are laugh a lot, and even cry some- tions, and engage in the messy, all one human race. But the times during a podcast where beautiful, and complicated parts word Mitakuye means relations we explore what it means to be of being Indigenous,” Wilbur and Oyasin means more than a Native person in 2019. said. “We want this space to be family, more than a Nation, To be an Indigenous person is for everyone—for Native folks more than all of humankind, to be engaged in relation- to laugh, to hear ourselves everything that has a spirit. The ships—relationships to land and reflected, and give us a chance Earth herself is our relation, and place, to a people, to non- to think deeper about some so is the sky, so are each of the human relatives, and to one of the biggest issues facing our two-leggeds, the four-leggeds, another. communities, and for non- those that swim, those that fly, All My Relations is a place Native folks to listen and learn. the root nation and the crawling to explore those relationships, The first season covers a beings who share the world with and to think through Indigeneity wide range of topics from food us. We are all interconnected.” in all its complexities. sovereignty to Native mascots, We are all One.” On each episode hosts Wilbur fashion, literature, sex, relation- To find the All My Relations and Keene delve into a different ships, DNA, identity, politics, podcast, see: topic facing Native peoples and more. www.allmyrelationspodcast.com today, bringing in guests from all over Indian Country to offer perspectives and stories. “We dive deep, play some games, laugh a lot, cry some- times, and hope that you’ll join us on this journey together,” Wilbur said. The podcast came from a desire to have more Indigenous voices accessible in main- stream media—both Wilbur and Keene are surrounded every day in life and work by brilliant Tune In — Born from the desire to have more Indigenous voices accessible in the main- Native folks who are fighting stream media, All My Relations podcasts explore Native Americans’ relationships to land and and resisting settler colonialism, place, to a people, to non-human relatives and to one another.

26 27 28 29 Reno-Sparks Indian Colony New Employees

Q: What is your exact job title? Accounting Supervisor, Finance Q: What do you hope to accomplish here at the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony? I look forward to learning as much as I can about the RSIC. I hope to put that knowledge to use in resolving issues and identifying op- portunities for improvement. Q: Do you have a Tribal Affiliation? If so, where? No Q: Is there any additional information that you would like to share with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Community? It is really nice to be part of an organization that is so focused on serving its community. Diane Phipps

Q: What is your exact job title? Police Officer Recruit Q: What do you hope to accomplish here at the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony? I hope to become a valuable asset to the police department and the community. Q: Do you have a Tribal Affiliation? If so, where? Yes, I am a registered at the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. Q: Is there any additional information that you would like to share with the Reno- Sparks Indian Colony Community? Not at this time.

Jared Harvey

30 Reno-Sparks Indian Colony New Employees

Q: What is your exact job title? Retail Clerk at Smoke Shop 4 Q: What do you hope to accomplish here at the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony? I hope to become more familiar with the Native community. Q: Do you have a Tribal Affiliation? If so, where? Yes, I am . Q: Is there any additional information that you would like to share with the Reno- Sparks Indian Colony Community? Hello, people  ! I went to school at Chema- wa from 2001-03. If you know me, I am here.

Leslie Phillips

Q: What is your exact job title? Accounts Receivable Technician, Finance Department Q: What do you hope to accomplish here at the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony? I would like to accrue more financial experience and grow with the organization Q: Do you have a Tribal Affiliation? If so, where? Yes, I am from the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. Q: Is there any additional information that you would like to share with the Reno- Sparks Indian Colony Community? Growing up here at the RSIC and living here for most of my life, I appreciate the opportunity to work for the community and help the people April Hardin of the community!

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32 Is Easter a Christian Holiday?

I get this sincere, legitimate to procreate, making them or public question, from time to time, symbols of fertility. German holiday. to have a better understanding settlers brought the Easter Just as of this holiday or Holy Day. Bunny tradition to America with The simple answer is no, in the 1700s. Thanks- but wait; there is more to this My “Easter Egger” chickens giving, answer. begin laying naturally colorful Valen- Early first century, Memorial blue, green eggs in Spring. tine’s of Jesus of Nazareth death and According to Christian Day, 4th of July, Halloween resurrection was on the Jewish tradition, the week leading (harvest day), etc. Passover (a major Hebrew up to Easter is called The Holy However, there are Christians holiday celebrating the freedom Week, or "Passion Week", and who do not recognize or from slavery). Emperor includes Palm Sunday (the day celebrate these holidays Constantine wanted Christianity Jesus entered Jerusalem and for religious reasons. to be totally separated from was celebrated), Maundy Actually, Colonial American Judaism and did not want Thursday (the "Last Supper" history teaches us that Easter Easter to be celebrated on the where Jesus met with his was dismissed as a pagan Jewish Passover. disciples to observe Passover), holiday by the nation's founding The “official” holiday was and Good Friday (when Jesus Puritans and did not begin to be declared in 325 A.D. when would be crucified on the widely observed until just after Emperor Constantine convened cross). the Civil War. the Council of Nicaea. Sunday is Resurrection Day I believe Christians remember At that time it was determined (the day Jesus rose from the and celebrate the Resurrection that the church would celebrate Dead). of Christ every day. Without the Easter on the first Sunday that This is the moment and Lord’s death and Resurrection, occurs after the first full moon purpose Christians celebrate we would still be in our sins and on or after the vernal equinox. Resurrection Day. would have no hope: This is why the actual date This is the single most “For if the dead do not rise, of Easter varies from late important holy day of the then Christ is not risen. And if March to early April every year Christian Church, for it Christ is not risen, your faith is due to the variances in the celebrates the resurrection futile; you are still in your sins.” timing of the full moon. From of Jesus Christ, the central 1 Corinthians 15:16-17. European antiquity, Easter was event in Christianity. a celebration of fertility, and To Christians, the resurrec- The fact that He rose is many cultures associated the tion backs up Jesus’ claim that certainly a reason to rejoice. celebration with the Germanic he had the authority to die Happy Resurrection Day and (Norse) goddess of fertility, for the sins of the world and the have a joyful Easter! Eostre, which is where the power to come back to life holiday’s name came from. again. It also gives hope Some cultures called the to Christians that they too will holiday Ishtar or Isis, celebrat- experience. ed by an ancient Egyptian sect Throughout history civiliza- called Semiramis. tions have taken and mixed Each of us is given a measure of faith. The Easter Bunny is a result customs. Many Blessings in Christ, of folkloric tradition. Its Many Christians celebrate Rev. Augustin and Cindy Jorquez association with the holiday Easter with eggs, baskets, Pastor Hungry Valley Christian Fellowship comes from their ability family dinners as an American Phone/Text 775-233-0268

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35 Legal Notices, Public Announcements

Call to artists, couriers, committee members, name change

CALL TO ARTISTS Recruiting Representative Indian Health Service/ Area Office for Executive Health Board welcomes exhibits from Tribal governments, The Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center is recruit- Indian healthcare programs, non-profit health ing for one (1) RSIC Tribal representative to fill an organizations and federal/state/county govern- upcoming vacancy on the Executive Health Board. ments, during the 2019 Annual Tribal Consultation The members are appointed by the Tribal at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino. Council and shall serve a term for a four-year Exhibits can be set up on the evening of April 8. period. If you are interested in being a member To reserve exhibit space, please contact: of the Executive Health Board, please submit a Terri O’Shea at: [email protected] or letter of interest to: 916/930-3981, ext. 315. Executive Health Board Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center 1715 Kuenzli Street, Reno, NV 89502 COURIERS NEEDED All interested participants will be invited to fill We need couriers to deliver The Camp News door- out an application and attend a Health Board to-door in Hungry Valley and on the Reno Colony. meeting for introductions. For more information, Please contact RSIC Admin Office at 329-2936, please phone, 329-5162, ext., 1901. if you are interested.

IN THE RENO-SPARKS TRIBAL COURT Recruitment IN AND FOR for Pow Wow Committee Members THE RENO-SPARKS INDIAN COLONY The Numaga Indian Days Pow Wow committee RENO, WASHOE COUNTY, NEVADA is seeking Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Tribal Notice is hereby given that the Petitioner, Viola members to serve on its committee. There are Pearl Gomez who is a member of the Reno- THREE vacancies. Sparks Indian Colony, has filed a Petition in the Committee members will be appointed by the Reno-Sparks Tribal Court, Case No. CV.NC. RSIC Tribal Council and shall serve a term of (4) 2019-0009, praying that said Court enter an Order years. changing the present legal name of Viola Pearl If you are interested in becoming a Numaga Gomez, to the name of Viola Pearl Astor, which Indian Days Pow Wow committee member, please is the name Petitioner desires to have. submit your completed application to: Notice is hereby given that any person having Reno-Sparks Indian Colony objection to the aforesaid change of name shall Pow Wow Committee file written objection, showing cause why the ATTN: Tribal Administrator Petition should not be granted, with the Reno- 34 Reservation Road Sparks Tribal Court, 1900 Prosperity Street, Reno, Reno NV 89502 NV 89502, within ten (10) days after publication of this notice. Dated this 14th day of March, 2019. www.rsic.org /S/ Jeraldine Magee, Court Administrator Reno-Sparks Tribal Court

36 37 38 39 Continued From Page 22 Order 2019-03. Melendez also believes that his Compliance Board for the Areas for the advisory panel participation on the Cannabis Legislature’s consideration this to consider include a review Compliance Board allows him session. of potential banking solutions, to assist with the protection Arlan D. Melendez, Chairman the Nevada Department of Tribal sovereignty. of the Reno-Sparks Indian of Taxation’s current regulatory “Though not yet convinced Colony is one of the seven structure and licensing proce- that the Colony should partici- members. dures, and potential cannabis pate in cannabis, and even if “This advisory panel brings consumption lounges, among the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony together Nevadans with a others. never pursues a business broad range of experience and Chairman Melendez’s involving marijuana, it is expertise to develop a critical research indicates that Gov. important that no precedents component of our state’s Sisolak envisions a governing diminishing sovereignty are set flourishing cannabis industry,” body for cannabis, much like for future industries that Tribes said Gov. Sisolak. “I am the State’s Gaming Control might explore for economic confident that this panel’s work Board and Gaming Commis- development,” Chairman will allow Nevada’s marijuana sion, which provides regulations Melendez said. “We always industry to continue to thrive for the licensing and the want to be at the table when and set an example for canna- operation of gaming. any other government is bis compliance nationwide.” In addition to these tasks, as considering regulating or The advisory panel was the leader of a sovereign Native oversight on our Tribal lands.” established under Executive American Tribe, Chairman

Indigenous Relatives — The Nevada Museum of Art recently hosted a cultural exchange in conjunction with its exhibit: The Inside World: Contemporary Aboriginal Australian Memorial Poles. Above, John Mawurndjul, Michon R. Eben of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Cultural Resources Program, Ben Alleck, co-founder of the Great Basin Native Artists, Djambawa Marawili, and Billie Jean Guerrero of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Museum enjoy the new connection with each other. The 94 piece collection by Aboriginal artists from Armhen Land and features tradition- al lrrkkon or larrakitj. These pieces marked the final point in the Aboriginal mortuary rites. They signified the moment when the spirit of the deceased finally returned home. Today, lrrkkon or larrakitj are made as works of art. The exhibition, organized and presented by the Nevada Museum of Art, will be displayed until June 9. Photo by the Nevada Museum