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The Gila River Indian Com- munity commemorated their his- toric Water Rights Settlement with a community celebration at the Mul-Chu-Tha Fairgrounds on Dec. 9, a day before the official holiday. December 10 has been made IN the GRIN an official GRIC holiday to hon- or the Arizona Water Settlements Pearl Harbor Thomas R. Throssell/GRIN Act, which was signed by former Tribal leaders greet runners who carried a gourd of water collected from the Gila River at the Man- Remembrance President George W. Bush in aged Aquifer Recharge 5 site in honor of the Water Rights Day celebration, held at the Sacaton Fair- 2004. grounds in District 3 on Dec. 9. Page 3 “We are all connected to our opening remarks. “I was taught the leaders and elders who have understand the importance of our water, our shu:dag,” Gov. Ste- that we stand on the shoulders of gone before us. It’s been over 13 shu:dag,” said Gov. Lewis. “Ak- Gila River Police phen Roe Lewis said during his years since the ratification of the Chin and Salt River were one of Department Logs Arizona water settlement. It’s due the first ones to regain their water Christmas cheer arrives to the past leaders that we are here rights and set the standard for all Page 5 celebrating.” water rights since then, so we re- General Election Former leaders, Governor ally thank them for their presence Donald Antone, Sr., Governor being here and celebrating our results made official at River of Lights parade Richard Narcia, Lt. Governor annual water rights celebration.” Cecil Antone, were among those The day began with the Page 6 in attendance who were instru- posting of the colors by Haskell mental in the fight to regain wa- Osife-Antone Post #51 followed Huhugam Heritage ter. Current councilmembers, by the singing of the national an- Joey Whitman (District 1), Carol them in both traditional O’otham, Center: S-ko:mag Schurz (District 2), and Lt. Gov- by St. Peter Mission students, and Mashath ernor-elect Robert Stone (District in English by Devin Pablo. 5) were also in attendance. Councilman Stone offered Page 7 Also, showing their support a traditional blessing before the with attendance was Salt River O’otham singers and runners Diamondbacks Pima-Maricopa Indian Com- arrived with a gourd filled with munity President, Delbert Ray, water that was collected from the hold MVP awards Sr., Ak-Chin Community Chair- Gila River at the Managed Aqui- man, Robert Miguel and Toho- fer Recharge 5 site. After each banquet no O’odham Chairman, Edward runner shook hands with Gov. Page 8 Manuel. “All of the O’otham tribes Continued on Page 7 ASU Indian Legal Program panel Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Page 9 rejects GRIC’s challenge to the 2017 GRIN Year in Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway Review Photos Communications & Public analysis of the project’s adverse Page 10-11 Affairs Office effects, and improperly rejected Gila River Indian Community the no-build option despite the Christmas admitted absence of significant volunteers San Francisco, CA – On benefits from the proposed high- December 8, 2017, the United way. Page 12 States Court of Appeals for the The Community had sought Ninth Circuit affirmed the Dis- a reversal of the District Court’s trict Court’s ruling permitting the prior judgment because the South Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN Officer Poolaw South Mountain Freeway to pro- Mountain Freeway would de- GRIC departments and programs decorated tribal vehicles with ceed. The appellate panel con- stroy a portion of South Moun- named Employee Christmas decorations for the River of Lights parade. cluded that the Federal Highway tain, which is one of the Commu- of the Year Christopher Lomahquahu glow of Christmas lights and car- Administration and the Arizona nity’s most cherished and sacred Gila River Indian News ols. Department of Transportation sites, and harm other sites with Page 13 Afterwards, a Huhugam Her- had not violated federal law in deep religious and cultural signif- Santa Claus did not disap- itage Center sponsored First Fri- evaluating and planning the Free- icance to the Community. point, as the holiday season was day event took place at the Ira H. way, despite challenges by the The Community is disap- Community Council ushered in with the annual River Hayes/Matthew B. Juan park in Gila River Indian Community pointed by the Ninth Circuit’s Action Sheets: Dec. of Lights held on Dec. 1. This Sacaton. and local groups and residents, ruling and is currently consider- year’s theme, “Christmas in the There, an artisans market who argued that the agencies had ing its options for further court 6, 2017 Desert” was a festive evening Continued on Page 8 predetermined their desired out- review. filled with floats twinkling in the come, failed to conduct a proper Page 15 GilaGila RiverRiver HotelsHotels && CasinosCasinos wishes you a HappyHappy HolidayHoliday SeasonSeason and a HappyHappy NewNew Year!Year!
Owned and operated by the Gila River Indian Community. December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 3 Community pays respect to flag at Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day “To have this flag brought to the Gila River Indian Communi- ty is a wonderful opportunity for the Community. Thomas Jackson was instrumental in helping bring this flag to the Community and is one of the few members at the Huhugam Ki museum that are re- sponsible for taking care of this Governor flag,” said Hill. Stephen Roe Lewis HHC Director Shirley Jack- Lt. Governor son said, “Caring for this flag has Monica L. Antone been an incredible experience for the staff and I. It has been a plea- Community Council sure to work with the veteran’s Representatives groups as they were the ultimate District 1 Arzie Hogg planners and directors of what Joey Whitman you see today.” “It was at times a very mov- District 2 Carol Schurz ing experience. I like to thank all those veteran’s groups that District 3 took care of the flag and standing Carolyn Williams Rodney Jackson watch over it,” said Jackson. She said at times it was a District 4 very solemn occasion as the flag Jennifer Allison Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN Pamela Johnson Veterans unfurl the memorial flag from the USS Arizona Memorial for the Flag Breathing Ceremony went to each district. Barney Enos, Jr. and military honors at Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on Dec. 6 at the Huhugam Heritage Center. “I would also like to thank Nada Celaya the American Legion Post 114 District 5 Christopher Lomahquahu morial at Pearl Harbor Hawaii is rell Hills, said through a series of Bushmasters of SRPMIC who are Robert Stone Gila River Indian News a sacred place and solemn place requests the post was able to re- the recipients of this flag and al- Franklin Pablo, Sr. that serves as a reminder of the ceive the flag in coordination with lowing it to have it in Gila River Janice Stewart Veterans came out to recog- Marlin Dixon sacrifices made, but of those who the National Parks Service at the this year,” said Jackson. nize to the nations symbol of pa- went off to war and never re- memorial site in 2007. She said there were many to District 6 triotism and sacrifice at a special turned. “It hits you...there’s a feeling thank like the Huhugam Ki mu- Anthony Villareal, Sr. ceremony at the Community’s Terrance B. Evans “We all have our family his- there that you know they’re there seum in SRPMIC and Gary Ow- Charles Goldtooth cultural center. tory of sacrifice, of our veterans greeting you,” said Hill, “We ens and the collections manager On a chilly morning at the serving. My family is no differ- gave a salute to all of the service Thomas Jackson, who cares for District 7 Huhugam Heritage Center, veter- ent,” Lewis said recounting the members that lost their lives on the flag. Devin Redbird ans mustered in to salute and pay Robert Keller, Tribal Treasurer military service of his great un- the USS Arizona, those 1,177 that She said working with tribute to service men and wom- Shannon White, cle United States Marine Corps gave their lives.” them has definitely solidified en, who gave their lives 76 years Community Council Secretary Lance Cpl., Richard Lewis, who He said a special tribute was the HHC’s relationship with ago on December 7, 1941 during Gila River Indian News was killed in action in the Mar- given to those that perished from Huhugam Ki museum, which has the attack on Pearl Harbor at a June M. Shorthair shal Islands of the Pacific Theater the attack aboard the USS Ari- also bolstered relationships with [email protected] special flag breathing ceremony during WWII. zona and then retrieved the flag other O’otham museums on the Director of CPAO on Dec. 6. Gov. Lewis said it’s about from a group of Pearl Harbor sur- Tohono O’odham Nation and Ak- (520) 562-9851 This was the first time a piece remembering and being proud of vivors, which was taken back to Chin Indian Community. Roberto A. Jackson of living history was brought to [email protected] the rich military history of fami- SRPMIC. Gov. Lewis said the event “Is Managing Editor the Community with the help of lies in the Community for seeing After the guest speaker’s re- another example of the heroism (520) 562-9719 many of the Community’s veter- their relatives off to war and shar- marks it was time to unfold the of our Community members, so Christopher Lomahquahu an groups and associations, who ing that story with future genera- remembrance flag, which was again it’s an honor to stand before [email protected] steadfast in bringing the Pearl Community Newsperson tions, so that they may not forget performed by members of the you to welcome you to begin this (520) 562-9718 Harbor memorial flag to the Com- the courageous actions of those various veterans and public safety solemn, but also very important munity. individuals. color guard members that were on ceremony that we are marking, Thomas R. Throssell For the past two weeks the [email protected] “It’s looking back at all of hand to unfold the flag. moving forward. We are moving Community Newsperson flag has made its way through those men and women veterans The flag would later be forward to a better tomorrow as (520) 562-9852 each of the Community’s dis- who we are standing on the shoul- pointed in several directions and we never forget the history, the Aaron J. Tohtsoni tricts for members and veterans ders of, making a better commu- given a proper salute in a trib- sacrifice of our veterans.” [email protected] to view before it returned back to Community Newsperson nity...making a better country,” he ute to those that have given their (520) 562-9717 the Huhugam Ki museum on the said. lives to defend the nation and for Gina Goodman Salt-River Pima Maricopa Indian American Legion Post 114 those that are currently serving in [email protected] Community. “Bushmasters,” Commander Dar- harm’s way. GRIN Secretary II Ira H. Hayes Post 84 Com- (520) 562-9715 mander Chesley Juan Jr., said, Write to: Editor, GRIN “We are here to honor the flag and P.O. Box 459 all of those, who lost their lives Sacaton, AZ 85147 on December 7, 1941 aboard the Published letters or columns do not neces- sarily reflect the opinion of the USS Arizona BB-39.” Editor or Gila River Indian Community. He said there were many to LETTERS POLICY: GRIN welcomes thank for making the ceremony letters and columns from readers. Let- possible to honor the over 1,177 ters should be limited to 200 words and sailors and Marines, who lost be in good taste. Material that could be libelous or slanderous is not acceptable. their lives and some of those who All letters or columns should be signed are entombed in the steel hulk of with the writer’s true name, address and the submerged USS Arizona at telephone number in the event GRIN Pearl Harbor on the Island of Ho- may need to contact the writer. Only nolulu, Hawaii. the name of the writer will be printed in the paper. Letters or columns without Gila River Indian Communi- a complete signature, name, address or ty Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis said phone number will not be acceptable to it is a true honor to recognize the GRIN for publication. GRIN reserves many service men and women, the right to edit submitted materials for who gave the ultimate sacrifice at grammar, spelling and content. Gila River Indian Community Pearl Harbor. P.O. Box 459 “[This] flag is a symbol of Sacaton, AZ 85147 freedom and a symbol of all Na- (520)562-9715 tive Americans, who have served www.gricnews.org in the highest percentages of any Material published in the Gila River Indian News may not be reproduced in any form people of the United States. Most without consent from the Gila River Indian of all it is a symbol of the sacri- Community fices and blood that was shed to preserve our freedoms during the attacks on Pearl Harbor,” said Lewis. He said the USS Arizona me- Page 4 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 GRIC student athlete plays his way to Coolidge varsity squad School Tigers, which has one of the state’s top scor- ers and who knocked them out of the playoffs last sea- son, and American Leader- ship Academy, a team the Bears have yet to defeat. Coolidge did make the playoffs for the first time in ten years last season. A team with 10 seniors, is hoping to build on last sea- son and advance further this Aaron J. Tohtsoni/GRIN season. Harrison is going to Nicholas Harrison and his teammates huddle during be a big addition to help the basketball practice. Bears’ achieve their goals. said Coolidge High School As of press time, the Despite having an im- basketball head coach, Coolidge Bears are 3-0 ear- mediate impact so far, Har- Christopher Leman. “We ly this season. Through the rison’s role has changed needed that in our offense first three games, Harrison from years past where he to really space the floor. has scored in double-dig- had been relied on to score He has fit right in. His job its each game, including a 30 or 40 points a game. has been easy. He’s stand- 22-point outing, where he Now, Harrison is part of a ing out there and shooting hit six three-pointers. complete offense with up- when we kick it to him.” Although Harrison has per class teammates. Leman had seen Har- been a proven scorer, there “We have started off rison play during middle is still more development with a good start and we are school and knew that he for the young player. Tight- getting to know each other was getting a great play- ening his ball handling, get- as a family,” said Harrison er. Although the team is ting his feet set and doing about the season. “It’s been capitalizing on Harrison’s the little things to maintain fun and competitive so shooting, Leman says that his consistent shot, limiting far. I want to represent my he isn’t just a shooter. Le- turnovers and gelling with community and play the man said that Harrison has his teammates are some game that I love.” a high motor and often things his coach feels he Harrison’s basket- times wins team sprints in can improve on but most ball skills are not the only practice. will come naturally as the thing that has impressed his “He has a good feel season progresses. coach so far. for the game,” said Leman. The goals for the Bears “He’s been an out- Aaron J. Tohtsoni/GRIN Freshman Nicholas Harrison, District 3 resident, made the varsity basketball team “He rebounds well, his tim- are to win the 3A Central standing student with at Coolidge High School. ing is well and he has great region, host a first-round excellent grades,” said Aaron J. Tohtsoni addition of District 3 Com- son made the varsity team hands. I watched him last playoff game and make a Leman. “He is a very hum- Gila River Indian News munity member, Nicholas and is the first player off year at the middle school run in the playoffs. Stand- bled, hard-working kid. Ev- Harrison, the Bears could the bench for the Bears but and he seemed like he had ing in the way of the re- erything is ‘yes sir’ and ‘no The Coolidge High be a threat, hoping to con- once he’s on the court, the the experience. He hasn’t gional crown could be sir,’ he is a very respectable School Bears boys’ basket- tinue on the foundation of sharp-shooter hardly steps shied away from the com- nearby rival, the Florence kid and we are very happy ball team is preparing to last year’s trip to the play- off. petition.” Gophers, the Globe High to have him here.” make big strides this sea- offs. “He’s the best shooter son in Class 3A. With the Just a freshman, Harri- in the program right now,”
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INFO: Casa Blanca Community School 520-315-3489 December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 5 Gila River Police Department Incident Logs Shoplifting – Officers while making contact with in his backpack and zipped Incident Log Butte Area): were dispatched to the Sa- the staff. A short time later the bag. When he went to November 26-Decem- Burglary – The sus- caton Super Mart in ref- the suspect lays the clothes retrieve his phone he no- ber 2, 2017 pects committed burglary, erence to shoplifting. The down and walks out of the ticed his backpack was un- Calls for services this theft and criminal damage investigation revealed, a store. Staff noticed two zipped and the phone had week: 602, Arrest made: at a local business by cut- male subject walked into items were missing from been taken. The phone was 36 ting the lock to the fire gate the store and took eight the pile of clothes the sus- purchased two weeks pri- District One (Black- entry. After entering the packs of kool aid. The sub- pect had in his hands. Video or and needed a report for water): gated area, subjects used ject then concealed them surveillance was reviewed insurance purposes. The Burglary – The victim forklifts that were on the on his person and walked and the suspect was identi- phone was deactivated. reported that four 12 volt property to gain access and past the point of sale. A still fied through a staff member Status: On-Going In- car batteries and a radiator to remove various tools and photo was observed and that went to school with the vestigation were taken from the carport equipment. Noticeable tire Incident Log video surveillance will be suspect. District Five (Casa of the victim’s residence. and shoe impressions were November 19-25, 2017 impounded into evidence Status: On-Going In- Blanca): The victim stated that the located and photos were Calls for services this for the identification of the vestigation No incidents involving parts were there on Novem- week: 652, Arrest made: taken. suspect. Shoplifting –Officers part 1 crime ber 24, 2017 when the vehi- Status: Under Investi- 62 Status: Open Investi- were dispatched to the Sun- cles were being worked on. District One (Black- gation gation glass Hut Store located at District Six (Komat- On November 26, 2017 the Shoplifting – The water): victim realized the vehicle Weapon – Officers the Phoenix Premium Out- ke): suspect was arrested and Aggravated Assault – parts were missing. Photos were dispatched to the area let in reference to sunglass Aggravated Assault– later released with a crim- Officers were waved down of Calendar Circle and Sa- being taken. Investigation were taken and submitted Officers were dispatched to inal citation for shoplifting by the victim and reported caton Rd in reference to a revealed three Hispanic Arizona General Hospital into evidence. from the Phoenix Premium the suspect attempted to male possibly in possession males entered the store and in reference to an assault Status: Under Investi- Outlet. After investigation stab her. Officers were di- of a weapon. Contact was stayed close together while which was reported to have gation revealed the suspect stole rected to a residence where made the suspect, who ad- trying on sunglasses. The occurred at the Vee Quiva Theft – Officers were a pair of jeans from the the incident had occurred. mitted that he was intoxi- three male suspects walked Casino. During the inves- dispatched to the Uhs Kehk store and took off running The victim sustained a cut cated and did get into an al- out of the store and one pair tigation it was discovered Store in reference to a theft. through the desert where he to her hand after the suspect tercation with people while of sunglasses fell to the the victim’s girlfriend’s son Investigation revealed that was later caught after a foot pushed her into a barbed in possession of a weapon. ground which was recov- assaulted the victim. The the suspect was observed wire fence. The victim Further into the investi- ered. The other two pair of victim sustained facial frac- placing the two bags of pursuit. Asset prevention stated she was not stabbed gation, the suspect stated glasses taken by the males tures with a possibility of jerky in a purse and leave visually identified the sus- due to her five year old son that he threw the weapon was not recovered during needing surgery to correct the store without paying pect when he admitted he stepping in between her and that it was “dirty” due the investigation. The sus- the position of the victim’s for the items. The suspect stole the pair of pants and and the suspect. The sus- to the serial numbers being pects were observed leav- eye. was identified and attempts apologized. pect was taken into custody defaced. The suspect had ing in a vehicle with a Cali- Status: On-going In- have been made to locate Status: Suspect was after a short struggle, and prior felony convictions fornia license plate. vestigation the suspect but had nega- cited and released then booked into jail. and was booked into DRS. Status: On-Going In- Theft– Officers were tive results. Theft – Officers were Status: Suspect was Status: Suspect was vestigation dispatched to Vee Quiva in Status: Under Investi- dispatched to the Lone arrested arrested Shoplifting – Officers reference to a theft. Investi- gation Butte Casino in reference to Weapon – Officers were dispatched to Cole gation revealed the suspect a theft of a bicycle. Investi- were dispatched to a shots District Four (Stotonic Haan Store where two fe- was parked by the main en- District Two (Sacaton gation revealed the suspect fired call in the neighbor- Area): males entered the store and trance to the casino when Flats): entered casino property on hood. Upon arrival offi- Theft – The victim re- one female took two items the suspects removed two No incidents involving foot, walked directly to the cers contacted the suspect ported items missing from from two separate displays. large metal cylinder acety- part 1 crime bike rack, observed one of who denied shooting a gun. her residence. The victim The suspect hid the items lene/oxygen tanks from the the bikes not to be secured, During the course of the stated a male, whom she in a shopping bag and left bed of the victim’s truck. District Three (Saca- got on the bike and left the investigation, the suspect only had a first name for, he the store without paying. Video surveillance was re- ton): property. Video surveil- admitted to shooting a gun may have taken them. Af- As security followed the viewed to identify suspects Weapon – The suspect lance is being reviewed. (glock 22 .40 caliber) while ter getting serial numbers females they ran towards and suspect vehicles. committed misconduct in- Status: Under Investi- getting wood behind their for the computer the victim the Wild Horse Pass Casino Status: On-going In- volving weapons and negli- gation residence. The weapon called dispatch and request- and were not contacted. vestigation gent use of a deadly weap- was located unsecured with ed a report be generated. Status: On-Going In- Theft– Officers were on by firing a 9mm near a District Five- (Casa one bullet in the chamber The computer was entered vestigation dispatched to the Komatke residential neighborhood Blanca): and four live rounds in the into NCIC (National Crime Theft (Shoplifting) – Market in reference to theft. while being intoxicated. Aggravated Assault– magazine. The suspect was Information Center) as sto- Eight males entered the Investigation revealed the During the investigation Officers were called to intoxicated during the in- len. Tommy Hilfiger Store and suspect filled a cup with seven spent shell gun 9mm a residence in which the vestigation and the weap- Status: Under Investi- took merchandise without soda and consumed it with- casings were located out- suspect struck the victim on was impounded into gation paying. Two of the suspects out paying. The suspect left side a residence. The sus- several times in the head, evidence for safekeeping. were detained and ques- the store after drinking the pect admitted to being in- causing fractures in her Charges were forwarded to District Four (Lone tioned, the six other males soda. The suspect was gone toxicated and in possession nose and jaw. The suspect law office for misconduct Butte Area): information was obtained prior to officer arrival and of a firearm while being a also had valid warrants for involving weapons. Shoplifting – A pair of through the investigation. was not located. Charges prohibited possessor. his arrest and had a baggie Status: Charges For- Oakley Sunglasses were The six males took the are being forwarded to law Status: Suspect was of green leafy substance warded taken from the Sunglass items when they left the office for review. arrested and booked into on their person. The victim jail Hut Store located at the area. The two detained only Status: Charges For- was transported to an area District Two (Sacaton Phoenix Premium Outlet. had the security devices in warded hospital and treated for in- Flats): The suspect was gone pri- their possession. District Four – (Sto- juries to include a broken No incidents involving or to officer arrival due to Status: On-Going In- District Seven (Mar- tonic Area): nose and a fractured jaw. part 1 crime the delay in reporting the vestigation icopa): Aggravated Assault– Status: Valentino Lew- incident. The video surveil- Theft (Shoplifting) Aggravated Assault– The suspect committed is Jr. was booked into jail District Three (Saca- lance was reviewed indi- – The suspect committed Officers were dispatched aggravated assault on the ton): cating the suspect was try- the crime of shoplifting by to a residence in reference victim by striking the vic- District Six – (Komat- Aggravated Assault – ing on sunglasses and then removing a tag from an to a victim who had been tim on the back with a ke): The victim called dispatch putting them in his pocket item and attempted to leave stabbed and has ties to the shower curtain pole at their No incidents involving requesting officers to their and leaving the store with- the Tommy Hilfiger Store community. The suspect residence. In addition to residence in reference to a out paying for the items. without paying for the item. was located at their resi- hitting the victim with the part 1 crime domestic altercation. The Attempts were made to lo- The suspect stated she was dence where the suspect pole the suspect pushed the investigation revealed the cate the suspects, yielding in the long line when the complied with orders and victim to the ground caus- suspect began to physically in negative results. employee missed an item was interviewed. The sus- ing the victim to twist her District Seven – (Mar- assault the victim by punch- Status: Under Investi- she had wished to purchase. pect admitted to a physical wrist which required med- icopa): ing and choking the victim. gation Frustrated and angry with altercation with the victim ical attention. The suspect Theft– The victim re- The victim was treated for Shoplifting – Offi- staff and not wanting to and struck the victim with a was gone prior to officer ported that his wallet was injuries sustained during cers were dispatched to stand in the long line again, large knife causing the seri- arrival but later returning stolen while he was at the the altercation. The suspect the Tommy Hilfiger Store the suspect removed the tag ous bodily injury. A follow to the residence where of- District Seven Service Cen- left the residence prior to in reference to a male tak- and threw it on the floor. up will be conducted due to ficers located and arrested ter and his bank card had officer arrival, but was later ing two pieces of cloth- Status: Suspect is the victim being in emer- the suspect. been used. located and taken into cus- ing without paying for the charged with theft gency surgery. Status: Suspect was Status: Under Investi- tody. items. The investigation Theft– While at an Status: On-going in- booked into jail gation Status: Suspect was revealed that the suspect event at Rawhide the vic- vestigation arrested walked around the store tim’s son placed his phone District Four – (Lone Page 6 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 GRIC 2017 General Election’s Official Results: Lewis reelected, Stone is next Lt. Governor
Thomas R. Throssell receiving 1,116 votes, over percent of total ballots cast seat, resigning his position. lots cast overall. Dallas De trict. District 1: 220, Dis- Gila River Indian News 55 percent of total bal- overall. Due to Antone’s resigna- Lowe received 1,076 votes, trict 2: 113, District 3: 523, lots cast overall. Running Donna Kisto-Jones tion, a new election for the over 12 percent of total District 4: 357, District 5: Over 2,000 Gila River against Gov. Lewis was Lt. was elected to the position one vacant Associate Judge ballots cast overall. Janice 325, District 6: 267, Dis- Indian Community mem- Gov. Monica Antone, who of GRIC Chief Judge after position will be held with- F. Breckenridge received trict 7: 81, Absentee Bal- bers headed to the polls received 863 votes, which receiving 1,043 votes, over in 60 days of Jan. 1. The 1,012 votes, 11.63 percent lots: 131. on Nov. 7 to vote for the comes to a little over 43 52 percent of total ballots following results are for of total ballots cast overall. The Community tribe’s highest elected of- percent of total ballots cast cast overall. Opposing can- informative purposes only Sheri L. Casa received 966 Council certified the elec- fices, Governor, Lieutenant overall. didate Anthony James Hill and do not reflect who will votes, 11.10 percent of total tion results for the GRIC Governor, Chief Judge, and District 5 Council received 909 votes, over 45 be elected as an Associ- ballots cast overall. Lucille 2017 General Election on Associate Judges. Representative Robert percent of total ballots cast ate Judge in the upcoming Antone-Morago received Dec. 6. According to GRIC Stone won the seat of Lieu- overall. election. 920 votes, over 10 percent For more information Tribal Elections Program’s tenant Governor after re- Former GRIC Chief Winning the most of total ballots cast overall. about the GRIC 2017 Gen- official election results, in- ceiving 1,223 votes, over Judge Victor Antone, who votes overall in the Gen- According to the offi- eral Election, contact the cumbent Gov. Lewis will 61 percent of total ballots won a large share of votes eral Election for Associate cial results, a total of 2017 Tribal Elections Program at retain his seat as the Com- cast overall. Opposing can- for the position of Associ- Judge were Victor Antone, votes were cast during the (520) 562-9735. munity’s governor after didate, David A. Anderson ate Judge during the recent who received 1,143 votes, election. The following is received 748 votes, over 37 election did not take the over 13 percent of total bal- total ballots cast per dis-
Entrance Fee Increase at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Dave Carney questions and answer meet- all of which have focused rently charges a per person National Monument pro- a.m. to 5:00 p.m., October Casa Grande Ruins ings, three local communi- on improvements to visitor entrance fee of 5 dollars tects the multi-story Great through April, except for National Monument ty events, print media, and services, visitor facilities, ($5.00) for adults, ages 16 House (Casa Grande) and the Thanksgiving, Christ- social media. Generally, the or visitor safety. Past exam- and over, for a 7-day pass. the remnants of other an- mas, and Independence COOLIDGE, AZ – public was in support of the ples include construction The new entrance fee, be- cient structures built by the Day holidays, when the Casa Grande Ruins Nation- fee increase. of the new theater at the ginning January 1, 2018, Ancestral Sonoran Desert monument is closed. Di- al Monument announced Under the authority of monument visitor center, will be 10 dollars ($10.00) People over 800 years ago. rections and additional that, effective January 1, Federal Lands Recreation repaving the visitor center per person, age 16 or older, Established as the nation’s information are available 2018, the monument’s en- Enhancement Act (FL- parking area, producing a for a 7-day pass. Prices of first federal archeological on the monument’s web- trance fee will increase. REA), Casa Grande Ruins new park film, a ruins sta- interagency passes (https:// reserve in 1892, the Ruins site (http://www.nps.gov/ The increase comes after National Monument retains bilization and preservation www.nps.gov/planyour- sparked the beginning of cagr). You may call (520) extensive civic engagement 100% of the recreation fees program, and new wayside visit/passes.htm) will not the archeological preserva- 723-3172, or follow us on from September 21 to Oc- collected at the monument. exhibits, which are used by be affected and holders of tion movement in Ameri- Facebook by searching for tober 22, 2017, and sup- Entrance fee revenues have visitors to the monument these passes will still re- ca. The monument is open Casa Grande Ruins Nation- port from federal, state and provided funding for sever- every day. ceive free entry into the daily from 9:00 a.m. to al Monument. county stakeholders. Out- al projects at Casa Grande Casa Grande Ruins monument. 4:00 p.m., May through reach included scheduled Ruins National Monument, National Monument cur- Casa Grande Ruins September, and from 9:00 December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 7 Water Rights Day From page 1
Lewis, he proceeded with the water rights struggle to system under tribal control. his opening speech. the present and the future. In 2016, the Casa Blanca “After over 100 years DeJong also went into the canal started construction, of fighting we have finally history of the P-MIP devel- which is important because got our water rights back,” opment after the settlement. the 16-mile long canal will Gov. Lewis said. “But still “P-IMP is helping the be the backbone of the in this changing time, we community put its water, community canal system. see challenges to our water. hard-earned water, that DeJong discussed fu- It is important that each and Governor mentioned was ture projects of P-MIP to everyone one of us start to a fight that took more than bring more than just an ir- learn about our water his- 100 years to bring back, rigation system to the com- tory. We start to teach our to beneficial use,” DeJong munity. The goal is more children in the schools. said. “The challenge always than economic profits for This is an ongoing rever- remained that non-tribal the community, it’s to use ence for what we hold as water users continued to water in a way that is cul- sacred. That is why we are use water that rightfully turally meaningful but also here today. That is why we and legally belonged to (the to restore the natural agri- Thomas R. Throssell/GRIN are here celebrating the re- Gila River Indian Commu- culture. Tribal leaders converge in Sacaton for the Water Rights Day celebration on Dec.9. turn of our water but also nity).” Also, giving a youth From left, Robert Miguel, Ak-Chin Indian Community chairman, Gov. Stephen Roe we are recommitting our- DeJong discussed the perspective of the Water Lewis, Delbert Ray Sr., Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community president. selves to the struggle.” Akimel O’otham and Pee Rights Settlement was Miss Following the Gover- Posh history of farming and Gila River, Anissa Garcia, nor, the audience was pre- then diversions that caused who was accompanied by sented a video that went the community droughts. Jr. Miss Gila River, Hai- over the history and strug- He also discussed failed li Gonzales. Garcia urged gle of the Gila River Indi- irrigation projects that was her peers to pursue an ed- an Community’s fight to supposed to bring water ucation in fields that would regain their water rights. back to the community. At benefit the community’s The video featured speech- the hearing for the Central continued protection and es from former Governors Arizona Project, former beneficial use of the water and Lt. Governors from the Governor David Johnson rights settlement. inaugural Water Rights cel- attended to let it be known Gifts were presented to ebration. As well as outlin- that the Gila River Indian former Governors and oth- ing the community’s water Community was interested er leadership, who helped plan to maintain and use in water from that project. with the pursuit of the wa- the water from the Central GRIC has always been ter rights settlement as well Arizona Project to farm the present in the CAP from the as key dignitaries from the land, like the Huhugam an- very beginning. sister O’odham tribes. cestors. Recently, the Pima ca- A lunch was provided Following the video nal was completed a few to those in attendance and presentation, David De- years ago and is a state-of- traditional dancing took Jong, Pima-Maricopa Ir- the-art canal system that place before Gov. Lewis Thomas R. Throssell/GRIN rigation Project (P-MIP) brings water to the com- gave the closing remarks to The A’chim Ali’ Basket Dancers perform in honor of GRIC’s water rights. The cele- Director, gave a speech munity. GRIC is the first end the day’s celebration. bration, held Dec. 9, featured speakers, gift presentations and information on the historic water settlement. connecting the history of tribal nation to put a canal
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S-ko:mag Mashath vopotham sha’i vopotham sha’iklishmas kwi S-ko:mag Mashath decorating our homes for vopotham sha’iklishmas (common kwi vopotham sha’i means the “gray/brown the big days ahead. As we tumbleweed), ha:shañ (sa- klishmas kwi month” in our Akimel travel through town we see guaro cactus), melok (oco- a’aj nav O’otham Ñeok, and re- parking lot after parking tillo), and hevhothakud fers to the desert plants lot encouraging us to stop (desert fan-palm).a’aj nav One that go dormant during and buy a Christmas tree. desert cactus that is asso- a’aj nav the winter months. This I remember when O’oth- ciated with the holidays is annual occurrence leaves am used to think outside a’aj nav (Christmas cholla) our jeved various shades the box when it came to this due to the fact that it of s-ko:mag, (gray and decorating for the holi- bears fruit during this time brown). When rainy days. One innovative fam- of year. This month’s word melok weather approaches this ily used a branch of ku:k match will focusmelok on desert makes for grey cloud cov- chehethag (palo verde) plants used as holiday dec- ered skies, and with the rise tree that was shaped into a orations. We encourage melok in moisture this makes the Christmas tree as their hol- you to learn these words Thothoa’ag appear misty iday tree. Another family and use them in your ev- and grey. Che:v S-komag used a dried hadshadkam eryday lives. We also en- (San Tan Mountain) takes (teddy-bear cholla) cac- courage you to think out- vopotham sha’i its name from the descrip- tus plant skeleton that was side the box when it comes gev otham tion of being tall and grey. spray painted white and to decorating for the holi- Most of Che:v S-komag is hung with ornaments and days. From all ofvopotham our fam- sha’i composed of mica-schist beaded garlands. As we ilies here at yourgev Huhugam otham vopotham sha’i which gives the majority travel around the valleys Heritage Center, we wish of the thoa’ag a grey ap- we see how other peo- all of our nanaipoich and hevhothakudgev otham pearance. As we swing ple have adapted to using hahajuñ a “S-he:kig Jiosh into the thick of the holiday desert plants as a base to Alithag Ma:sighevhothakud Thash ch season in the days ahead, decorate their yards. A heg Vechij Aithag!” we balance work, school, few desert plants used for hevhothakud home-life, and especially the holidays include dried
Page 8 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 Diamondbacks MVP Awards show held at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino Aaron J. Tohtsoni able and that is why you makes the partnership spe- Gila River Indian News won the Golden Glove. cial. “They’ve been a very You should be proud and active partner, not just with The red carpet was we are too,” said Hall. “We Gila River Gaming Enter- rolled out at Wild Horse are so proud of your histo- prises, but with the Gila Pass Hotel & Casino on ry, tradition and heritage. River Indian Community Thursday night, Nov. 30 as We thank you for letting us as well. Our kids from the the Arizona Diamondbacks host the Native American Gila River Indian Commu- recognized their corporate recognition game and also nity participate in clinics sponsors with the 7th annu- the inter-tribal tournament, throughout the year and it’s al D-Backs Most Valuable it is the only one of its kind something they are always Partner Awards. and to have so many kids going to remember and we The event was for- from many states and tribes are proud to be a part of matted in a late-night talk to come play here and then that.” show style with Arizona we get to share that with The GRGE Public Re- Diamondbacks Chief Exec- our fans.” lations Department coordi- utive Officer, Derrick Hall, Gila River Hotel and nates three kid’s clinics for playing host. Diamondback Casinos has been a corpo- the Gila River Indian Com- players, past and present, rate partner of the Arizona munity. One clinic is held at were on hand to present Diamondbacks from the Chase Field while the other the awards to the partners beginning of the organi- two are held in the commu- including: Luis Gonzales, zation’s founding, one of nity districts. Each clinic Chris Owings, Daniel Des- the 12 original partner- helps introduce the 100 calso, Braden Shipley, Jim- Aaron J. Tohtsoni/GRIN ships. With the partnership, participants to the game of mie Sherfy, Willie Bloom- From L-R: Former World Series Champion and member of the National Baseball Hall GRGE is able to maximize baseball and teaches them quist and Randy Johnson. of Fame Randy Johnson, Dominic Orozco and Kenneth Manuel, Gila River Gaming its advertising efforts, the fundamentals as well as Award categories Enterprises CEO, pose after the Arizona Diamondbacks MVP banquet. which this past season fo- sportsmanship. were Multi-Cultural, Luis Glove Award for their work in-hand in a lot of different backs also come together cused on the launch of the On hand to accept Gonzales Community in the community and also endeavors. The advertising to sponsor the Inter-Tribal new rewards card for Gila the award for GRGE was Champion, Brand Integra- within the Diamondbacks is impactful to our business youth baseball tournament, River Casinos which in- Manuel, Dominic Orozco, tion, D-Backs Ambassa- organization. and gets out our brand.” which brings in Native cluded, digital signage at Corporate Vice-President dor, Marketing Activation, “We are very proud and Gila River Hotels and American teams from all Chase Field, the LED rota- of GRGE, David Baggerly, Fans’ Choice, Rookie of excited to host this event,” Casinos sponsored Native over the country. tor, e-blasts to the D-Back’s Director of Player Devel- the Year, Lifetime Achieve- said Gila River Gaming American Recognition They also were pre- database, D-Back’s insider opment and Cyndee Jor- ment, MVP- Silver Slug- Enterprises CEO, Kenneth Day at a Diamondbacks senting partners for the ads and having the D-Backs gensen, Corporate Media ger and the MVP- Golden Manuel. “This award is game which included drum pool towel and Arizona flag tagging Gila River Hotels and Advertising Manager. Glove. fantastic and demonstrates groups, hoop dancers, vo- hat giveaways. GRGE also and Casinos on social me- In the past, the GRGE The Gila River Hotels what we do not just for Gila calists and tribal royalties. continuously sponsors the dia. has been awarded the Life- and Casinos were up for River Gaming Enterprises The recognition day, is game night promotion and “What makes it so spe- time Achievement Award two awards including the (GRGE) but also highlights the only Native American kiss-cam during baseball cial is the longevity of the (2011) and a previous Ambassador Award and our partnership with the Ar- sponsored event in Major games. partnership, we’ve been Golden Glove Award in the MVP- Golden Glove izona Diamondbacks. Part- League Baseball. GRGE “(Gila River Hotel there since day one,” Man- 2013. Award. They ended up win- ner means we work hand- and the Arizona Diamond- and Casinos) is unbeliev- uel said when asked what ning the coveted Golden ment for those looking to Director’s Award: Sacaton Parade dance the night away. Elementary Transportation From page 1 This year, five parade Department, Kids Choice floats were awarded in each Award: District 3 Elders, filled to the brim with those of the categories: Gover- and Judges Award: Ship- looking to check off that nor’s Award: Gila River ping & Receiving/Property special someone on their Gaming Enterprise, Com- & Supply. Christmas shopping list, as munity Managers: Gila - Photos by Christo- well as musical entertain- River Fire Department, pher Lomahquahu December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 9 ASU’s Indian Legal Program hosts panel on climate impacts on tribal heritage
Aaron J. Tohtsoni the issues. Gila River Indian News Gov. Lewis also dis- cussed the ways that GRIC On the eve of the com- is addressing the issues. munity Water Rights Day “It’s an exciting time celebration, Gov. Stephen but also a challenging Roe Lewis was invited to time,” said Gov. Lewis. be on a panel at Arizona “It’s an exciting time be- State University discussing cause we are going to be climate justice as part of a looking at, with our various conference sponsored by departments, addressing Sandra Day O’Connor Col- climate change on a wide lege of Law’s Indian Le- scale, across the commu- gal Program with the topic nity. We are going to start “Cultures Under Water: engaging our community Climate Impacts on Tribal members, our young people Cultural Heritage.” and our elders, to provide Patty Fergu- an education and outreach son-Bohnee, Faculty Direc- to reestablish that as O’oth- tor of the Indian Legal Pro- am and Pee Posh people we gram, Brenda Ekwurzel, were always good stewards Director of Climate Sci- of the land.” ence, Union of Concerned The Department of En- Scientists, Robert Hershey, vironmental Quality (DEQ) Professor Emeritus, In- will be playing a big role digenous Law and Policy moving forward as GRIC Program at the University addresses climate change of Arizona and Tom Gold- issues. Air quality is also tooth, Executive Director something that Gov. Lewis of the Indigenous Envi- said needs to be addressed ronmental Network joined sooner rather than later. Gov. Lewis on the panel. “We have so many re- The panel focused on Aaron J. Tohtsoni/GRIN sources across the commu- the issues of climate justice Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis was part of a panel at Arizona State University discussing Climate Justice and how it nity,” said Gov. Lewis. “We in Native American com- affects Indian Communities. need to bring all of our as- munities throughout the sets across the community United States and Canada. forced all of these critical the Gila River Gaming En- Mountain as cultural and ral resources.” together to address these is- Each panelist brought their issues addressing climate terprises, Gov. Lewis point- environmental degradation As a tribal leader, Gov. sues and work collectively area of expertise to show change and climate adapta- ed out to the audience that while saving just a few Lewis reminded those in at- together to start to look at how climate change is hav- tion that this whole confer- GRIC members were hum- minutes of daily commutes. tendance that each commu- solutions and look at a plan ing many negative effects ence is focusing on.” ble people earning their The land and ecosystem of nity is not the same and that for the future.” on Native American com- Climate change has an living as farmers. Stating animals are going to be al- there are no cookie-cutter The panel all believe munities. effect on Native American that the Akimel O’otham tered or destroyed. issues when it comes to that the necessary adapta- “It was great to be a communities in a variety and Pee Posh people have “Climate justice is climate issues. Urging, that tion and changes will start part of a panel with the of ways. In the Gila Riv- always had a connection to very important,” said Gov. each tribe and communi- with the community youth. subject matter experts, top er Indian Community, the the land, not just the mod- Lewis. “It has to do with ties need to look at their They believe that the youth activists, scientists and at- obvious change comes in ern-day reservation but to respecting and recognizing culture and history to see should continue to attend torneys,” said Gov. Lewis the lack of water available, the indigenous homeland. our sovereignty. It goes how to address issues. He school and get the proper of the opportunity to be on something completely dif- In present day, Gov. back to the vigilance and advised the audience that education needed to come the panel. “It was great for ferent from the days of the Lewis points to the con- protection of our water set- the ancestral answers lay in back to their communities Gila River to tell our story GRIC ancestors. struction of the Loop 202 tlement, our water rights the community and that the and address the many is- on this panel that really en- Before the success of freeway through South and protection of our natu- teachings will help sustain sues facing Indian country. Page 10 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 11 Page 12 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 Record number of volunteers turnout to wrap donated presents for GRIC children
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Receive a Develop team living stipend and leadership skills Educational award for Gain extensive training members who complete the & professional development year of service while building your resume! Photo Courtesy of Kathy Garcia Volunteers wrap presents at the Huhugam Heritage Center for the GRIC Christmas Toy Drive on Dec. 8. NOW RECRUITING! The AmeriCorps Program is currently seeking motivated Thomas R. Throssell mas Day. “We had a great turn- individuals to Serve Gila River Veterans and the Gila River Indian News Every year the GRIC out from different de- Toy Drive holds a Christ- partments,” said Redbird. Environment in FULL or PART time service opportunities. Christmas is all about mas present wrapping par- “Around 70 people vol- the spirit of giving and Applications are available at ty where volunteers wrap unteered, with big groups Gila River AmeriCorps Office thanks to the altruistic ef- hundreds of presents. coming from the casino and 291 W. Casa Blanca Rd. forts of the Gila River Fire Sacaton, AZ Shannon Redbird, Tribal Gaming Office.” Department, Gila River Po- GRIC Communications She said the volunteers For more information contact: lice Department, Gila Riv- Gila River AmeriCorps and Public Affairs Office’s wrapped over 800 presents (520) 562-6221 er Gaming Enterprise, and Community Relations, and while wrapping usually Gila River Indian Com- said this year they held takes all day, from 8 a.m. kids,” Redbird said. “Ev- sorship between the GRFD amongst themselves. munity governmental de- the wrapping party at the to 5 p.m., this year, due to eryone came together for a and GRPD, and received The children, who partments including Tribal Huhugam Heritage Center a good turnout, wrapping good cause.” assistance from many dif- range in ages from infants Social Services, as well as on Dec. 8, where they saw wrapped up around 1 p.m. This year’s GRIC Toy ferent tribal government to 18-years-old, will re- numerous private toy do- a record number of volun- “I want to thank all Drive collected donated departments, local orga- ceive their presents at a nations, over 500 under- teers come out to help wrap who came out to donate toys from Nov. 1 – Dec. 9. nizations, and enterprises Christmas party later this privileged children will be presents. their time to benefit the The effort was a joint spon- that distributed the work month. opening presents on Christ-
GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE GR RG ALTERNATIVE SERVICES DECEMBER CLOSURE OFFERED ALSO AT KHC Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital • Komatke Health Center • Ak-Chin Clinic GRHC to expand and offer alternative medical ALL CLINICS CLOSED therapies which include massage, chiropractic, MONDAY ...... DECEMBER 25, 2017 and acupuncture services for GRIC members only. MONDAY ...... JANUARY 1, 2018 Services are currently offered at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital and will soon be provided at the KHC Campus Normal business hours will resume the Tuesday after each holiday. in the Shegoi Building. If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or visit the Emergency Department at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital. To schedule your appointment and receive services at the KHC location, call (520) 562-1219 or visit SATURDAY CLINIC GRHC.ORG/atp 12/23/17 ...... OPEN • 12/30/17 ...... OPEN IMPORTANT PATIENT NOTICE HHKMH PHARMACY HOURS 12/23/17 .... OPEN 8:30 AM - 10 PM The Food and Drug Administration has recently 12/24/17 .... OPEN 10 AM - 8 PM reported instances of controlled drug shortages. 12/25/17 .... CLOSED In Arizona, the narcotic Dilaudid prescribed to treat pain has been unavailable for several weeks. 12/30/17 .... OPEN 8:30 AM - 10 PM While we cannot speculate the cause of the 12/31/17 .... OPEN 10 AM - 8 PM shortages, Gila River Health Care is deeply concerned 1/1/18 .... CLOSED with our patients’ wellbeing and ability to obtain medications needed for pain. Your medical provider will evaluate alternatives for pain management during this shortage. We wish you a safe, healthy and blessed holiday season. Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
Gila River Indian Community CRISIS HOTLINE: 1-800-259-3449 December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 13 Governor’s Employee of the Year announced at Mix & Mingle
Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN GRIC employees enjoyed video games, billiards, bowling and other activities at the annual employee event held at Main Event in Tempe. the veil of suspense, but and that he and his admin- means a lot as an officer... not without praise for each istration are working to im- also from the Community and every employee’s dedi- prove the atmosphere for and those who I work with. cation to the job and to the GRIC employees. I hope to continue working Community. In leading into the an- with the Community and “This is just a little bit nouncement of the employ- the children in the schools.” of what we do to show our ee of the year, Lewis said She said that being an Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN appreciation for each and the person being nominated SRO is a role that goes be- Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis, left, stands with Employee of the Year Officer Ester Poolaw every one of you,” said was someone that has com- yond being an officer, but at the employee Mix & Mingle event on Dec. 4. Gov. Lewis. mitted themselves to serv- a mentor and motivator for ees from various depart- who attended, there was a Christopher Lomahquahu He said, “It’s good to ing the Community’s chil- the students that she inter- ments to revel in the fruits select group of GRIC em- Gila River Indian News see all of the different de- dren and bringing a sense acts with on a day-to-day of their labor at the Main ployees that were awarded partments come together. of protection to those that basis. Event in Tempe on Dec. 4. throughout the year as the Leading up to the fi- It’s good to see some of you are the future of GRIC. “I feel part of the For many GRIC em- Governor’s Employee of nal employee event of the employees as well who are Without any further Community and I love ployees, it is a chance to the Month. year, the suspense was out in the field. Those who words, Gov. Lewis called what I do, working in the meet one another and share Each of the GEM’s high, as many Gila River don’t have nine to five jobs, up Gila River Police De- schools, teaching our youth stories and jokes and en- were eligible for the top Indian Community em- but have a duty to be on call partment School Resource how to avoid getting in joy a lunch of hot dogs and award and have displayed ployees eagerly awaited the and to have you be able to Office Ester Poolaw, who gangs, the drug scene, the hamburgers to fuel their several qualities that are announcement of the 2017 come out here.” was presented with a com- violence that goes on, and excitement, before taking demonstrated through their Governor’s Employee of Before concluding memorative plaque and just helping them.” to the bowling lanes and ar- tireless work out in the field the Year. his remarks, Lewis spoke Pendleton blanket. cade games for a fun-filled or in the office. The annual GRIC em- about the importance of Poolaw said, “I just afternoon. Gov. Stephen Roe ployee Mix & Mingle event improving employee sat- like to thank Chief Elliot Among the employees Lewis was present to lift brought together employ isfaction and recognition for her constant support, it Some Cases of illness from the Salmonella Newport bacteria have been detected Gila River Tribal Health Department is monitoring the situation and offers prevention tips Tribal Health Department venting Salmonella containing raw eggs or toms, please go to your please contact one of the -Jimmy Orozco, Com- Gila River Indian *Wash hands, kitchen milk. nearest health care facil- employees listed below at municable Disease Investi- Community work surfaces, and utensils *If you are served un- ity as soon as possible. the Tribal Health Depart- gator (520) 562-5100 with soap and water imme- dercooked meat, poultry, or If you previously experi- ment: -Hollie Rieger, Envi- Four Gila River Indian diately after they have been eggs in a restaurant, don’t enced the symptoms listed -Elizabeth Antone, ronmental Health Special- Community members have in contact with raw meat or hesitate to send it back above between the dates of Communicable Disease ist II (520) 562-5186 tested positive for the Sal- poultry. to the kitchen for further 11/1/2017 and 11/21/2017, Nurse (520) 562-5100 monella Newport bacteria. *Properly prepare cooking. People become ill 12 hours meals for infants, the elder- *Avoid touching rep- to 6 days after exposure. ly, and the immunocompro- tiles (i.e. turtles, lizards, Most individuals infected mised persons by practic- and snakes), live birds, with this bacteria exhibit ing safe food handling. livestock, or any animal fe- THESE SYMPTOMS: *Cook poultry, ground ces barehanded. -Diarrhea beef, and eggs thoroughly. If you are currently -Fever Do not eat or drink foods experiencing these symp- -Abdominal Cramps The illness usually S-ko:mag Mashath Match the O’otham desert plant name with its holiday picture! lasts 4 to 7 days, and most SOLUTION! people recover without go- i’ibai ing to the hospital. In some instances of Salmonel- la infection diarrhea may ha:shañ contain blood or be so se- vere that the patient needs vopotham sha’i to be hospitalized. In these klishmas kwi patients, the Salmonella infection may spread from a’aj nav the intestines through the blood stream to other body
sites. In these cases, Salmo- nella can cause death un- melok lesse person is treated im- mediately with antibiotics. Children under the age of 5, the elderly, and those with vopotham sha’i impaired immune systems gev otham are more likely to have a severe illness. hevhothakud Quick Tips for Pre-
Page 14 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 BIA Pima Agency and GRFD fire crews work together to put out suspicious D1 blaze
DEQ’s Residential & Agri- cultural Burn Permit Appli- cation, applicants must ad- here to the following rules when performing a burn: Notify the non-emergency GRIC Dispatch before per- forming a burn, only burn between the hours of 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. during the months of November through Oc- tober, burn only during the daytime hours during the months of March through October, notify neighbors within a quarter-mile 24 hours before performing a burn, and to keep a burn permit on hand. DEQ’s website, www. gricdeq.org, has a link to a burn permit application and provides many more rules and guidelines as to what is required to perform BIA Pima Agency a burn, and what materials The Quail Fire burns in a field off of Quail Road in District 1 on Dec. 1. are forbidden to be burned. The application can be sub- Thomas R. Throssell “You send a wall of mitted online or filled out Gila River Indian News flame towards another wall at their office. You can find of flame, they collide and Fire crews from the the link to the application at go out because there is no Bureau of Indian Affairs the top of their main page more fuel,” Sinclair said. Pima Agency and the Gila under “Forms.” “The fuel the fire is feeding River Fire Department ex- For more information off of is burnt, it’s gone, BIA Pima Agency tinguished a suspicious about acquiring a burn per- there is nothing for the fire Above, Alan Sinclair Jr. lights dry brush while he and his crew perform a back burn field fire located in District mit contact DEQ at (520) to consume anymore and in District 1, which helped extinguish the fire. 1 on Dec. 1. The fire, which 562-2234 that is what happened.” was named the Quail Fire, GRFD Fire Chief burnt 38-acres of a field Thomas Knapp, said his filled with grass and weeds crews brought out their just off of Quail Road be- brush trucks and fire en- fore crews were able to ex- gines and made sure near- Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community tinguish the blaze. The fire by structures were out of caused no injuries or struc- harm’s way. tural damage and is cur- “There was obviously rently under investigation. concern and the crews han- Alan Sinclair Jr., BIA dled it very well and kept Pima Agency Fire Manage- it from spreading to near- ment Officer, said his crew by homes and properties,” was already in District 1 as- Knapp said. sisting a local farmer prop- With cooling tempera- erly burn his fields when tures, dryer climate, and they received a call from higher winds, fires are more GRFD asking if the fire in likely to occur, and with a Friday, January 19, 2018 District 1 was a part of their recent GRIC red flag warn- planned burn. 0am 10am - 6pm ing issued last weekend, “We saw the smoke both Knapp and Sinclair Seniors and Disabled General andowners coming up and I thought are urging Community it was another farmer that members to get a burn per- Round House Caf had pulled a (burn) permit,” mit from the Department at SR MIC Two Waters Government Campus said Sinclair. “(GRFD) of Environmental Quality , . sborn Road, Scottsdale ook for directional signs called me and said they before attempting any type had another field on fire of controlled burn or even and asked if it was one of Chec s not pic ed up on anuary 19, 201 can be picked up at Finance lighting ceremonial fires. ours and it wasn’t. (GRFD) “It is just knowing Cashiers ffice Two Waters Bldg. A . anuary nd through February nd showed up, everybody was where (fires) are so we there. It was just serendip- don’t interrupt the ceremo- Chec s not pic ed up by pm February nd will be mailed out, to the address on file itous that we were in the ny, but it gives us the op- Community at that time,” portunity to provide some he said. o er o ttorney ( O ) only originals accepted, written notes will not be preventative measures for Both crews quickly accepted. Must be verified before release of check. erification done at pay out these controlled burns,” he went to work, with GRFD said. making sure nearby struc- It is important to have nsure R C has your current mailin address Incorrect information tures were protected and the proper tools on hand to will cause a delay in your receiving your check. To update, contact SR MIC the BIA Pima Agency per- control a fire, to have a wa- formed a back burn to keep endor Maintenance ffice. ter source, and pay atten- the fire from advancing. tion to appropriate burning “(The fire) was mov- times and wind speeds, he ayments ess than 15.00 ing towards some homes said. All direct deposit AG payments will be deposited into your bank account, at the northeast corner of “A burn permit has all the field,” said Sinclair. regardless of the amount. If you currently receive a check, but would like direct of these things lined out The Pima Agency crew deposit, complete an ACH re uest in Finance three weeks prior to the payout and actually has you (call then performed a back burn the non-emergency GRIC date. Checks less than are not printed for payout day, however, you may where they created a sec- Dispatch) the day of the re uest a check and it will be processed within business days. ond fire between the main burn to see if it is OK to fire and a road that separat- burn. Our concern is go- ed the field from the homes. uestions Contact SR MIC Finance easing ayment ffice ing to be that the fire’s em- The second fire was drawn bers will get picked up and Ag lease payments will be made based upon farmer payments received and to the main fire burning all blown around, starting an cleared through banking institutions by anuary , the vegetation in between. additional fire,” he said. When the two fires met, According to GRIC they burnt themselves out. December 15, 2017 Gila River Indian News Page 15 COMMUNITY COUNCIL ACTION SHEETS Courtesy of the Community Council Secretary’s Office • December 6, 2017 ACTION SHEET 10. Gaming Commission General Report To The Community APPROVED Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; Council For October 2017 (Executive Session) UNFINISHED BUSINESS Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 Presenters: Serena Joaquin, Courtney Moyah 1. Wild Horse Pass Development Authority Board of Director CALL TO ORDER REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Appointments Two (2) Vacancies The First Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Coun- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT Presenters: Reviewing Committee cil held Wednesday, December 6, 2017, in the Community EXECUTIVE SESSION MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY Council Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, [CHAIRMAN ROBERT STONE CALLED FOR A 10-MIN- DONALD ANTONE & ANTHONY NEWKIRK Arizona was called to order by Council Secretary Shannon UTE BREAK. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT 11:25 2. Trust Property Bid Proposal (EDSC forwards to Council White and informed the Council Governor Lewis and Lt. A.M.] under Unfinished Business with recommendation to dis- Governor Antone would not be in attendance and a Chair- RESOLUTIONS pense) person would need to be nominated. 1. A Resolution Authorizing Tribal Officials To Presenter: Ron Rosier MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO NOMINATE ROBERT Initiate Financial Transactions With The United MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE STONE AS CHAIR States Department Of Interior Office Of Special SESSION Chairman Robert Stone called the meeting to order at 9:09 Trustee For American Indians (G&MSC motioned to MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE a.m. forward to Council with recommendation for SESSION INVOCATION approval) MOTION MADE, SECOND AND DEFEATED TO Provided by Councilwoman Nada Celaya Presenter: Sunshine Whitehair DISPENSE ROLL CALL APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO PROCEED Sign-in Sheet Circulated 2. A Resolution Of Consent To Grant A Liquor WITH THE PURCHASE OF THE 50% Executive Officers Absent: License To The Wild Horse Pass Development INTEREST OF THE TRUST PROPERTY Governor Stephen R. Lewis Authority For Use At The UHS KEHK Store MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO SUSPEND Lt. Governor Monica Antone (G&MSC motioned to forward to Council with THE RULES TO ENTERTAIN THE Council Members Present: recommendation for approval) RESOLUTION D1-Joey Whitman (12:43), Arzie Hogg (10:59); D2-Carol Presenter: Jason Croxton MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE A Schurz; D3-Carolyn Williams, Rodney Jackson; D4-Nada APPROVED RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE Celaya, Jennifer Allison, Pamela Johnson; D5- Janice Stew- 3. A Resolution Approving A Fifty (50) Year OF CERTAIN ALLOTTED LANDS PURSUANT art, Robert Stone, Franklin Pablo, Sr.; D6- Anthony Villareal, Homesite Assignment Agreement For Christian TO THE AMERICAN INDIAN PROBATE Sr., Charles Goldtooth, Terrance Evans (9:31); D7-Devin Andrew Lewis Located In District Three Of The REFORM ACT Redbird Gila River Indian Reservation And Designated As 3. Providence First Trust Company Financial Council Members Absent: Drawing No. 30317-0406 (NRSC forwards to Literacy Course (ESC forwards to Council under D4- Barney Enos, Jr.; D5- Marlin Dixon Council with recommendation for approval) New Business to implement the courses and APPROVAL OF AGENDA Presenter: Amberly Rivers directs OGC and the Office of the Treasurer to APPROVED AS AMENDED APPROVED start the process of making the course PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS (Limit to 5-minutes) 4. A Resolution Approving A Temporary mandatory prior to the termination of the trust 1. Introduction of Sienna Whittington, Tribal Education De- Moratorium On Issuing Beehive Permits (NRSC with a recommendation for approval; H&SSC and partment K-12 Education Manager forwards to Council with recommendation for G&MSC concur) Presenter: Freddy Poitra approval, LSC concurs with corrections) Presenters: Neomi Martinez, Samuel L. Fuller MR. FREDDY POITRA INTRODUCED MS. SIENNA WHIT- Presenters: Mandy Cisneros, Daniel Hoyt MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO IMPLEMENT TINGTON. MS. WHITTINGTON PROVIDED A BRIEF APPROVED THE COURSES AND START THE PROCESS OVERVIEW OF HER BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION. 5. A Resolution Authorizing The Enrollment Department OF MAKING THE COURSE MANDATORY VARIOUS COUNCIL MEMBERS EXPRESSED WORDS And The Land Use Planning & Zoning Department To PRIOR TO THE TERMINATION OF ENCOURAGEMENT AND WELCOME. Participate In The United States Census’ Local Update Of NEW BUSINESS REPORTS Census Addresses (“LUCA”) Operation (LSC forwards to 1. Planning & Zoning Commission District One 1. Ira H. Hayes American Legion Post 84 4th Quarter Report Council under Resolutions with a recommendation for Letter Of Appointment (G&MSC motioned to forward Presenter: Chesley Juan Jr. approval) to Council with recommendation for approval) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO TABLE Presenter: Sheila Riley-White Presenter: Sharon Lewis 2. Haskell Osife-Antone American Legion Auxiliary Unit 51 APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPOINT FY17 4th Quarter Financial Report & Summary ORDINANCES VALERIE WILLIAMS Presenter: Alison Anderson 1. The Gila River Indian Community Council 2. FY2017 Lone Butte Development Audit / Audit Wrap Up REPORT HEARD Hereby Enacts The Following Ordinance As The Report (G&MSC motioned to forward to Council; EDSC con- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT 2017 Membership Ordinance Of The Gila River curs) THE CORRECTED INFORMATION Indian Community (LSC forward to Council with a Presenter: Chris Bitakis 3. Lone Butte Development, LLC Annual Report recommendation for approval, striking District 5 MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT Presenter: Esther Manuel in the 6th whereas) 3. Recommendation to Participate in Volkswagen REPORT HEARD Presenter: Sheila Riley-White Settlement Funding (NRSC forwards to Council 4. 1998-2016 Winter Bird Count Data Analysis APPROVED with recommendation for approval; and Presenters: Russell Benford, Dale Ohnmeiss 2. The Gila River Indian Community Council recommendation to approve Appendix D-3) REPORT HEARD Hereby Amends The Gila River Indian Presenter: Naomi Bebo 5. Vista Ki Housing Community Code By Rescinding Ordinance GR- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE Presenter: Priscilla Foote 02-04 And Resolution GR-10-12 And Enacting 4. Resignation of Chief Judge Victor Antone REPORT HEARD The Revised Building Code To Be Codified As (LSC accepts the resignation of Chief Judge 6. Head Start September Monthly Report 2017 Chapter 4 Through Chapter 15 Of Title 19 Of The Victor Antone effective November 16, 2017; and Presenter: Lori Stinson Gila River Indian Community Code (LSC forward accepting the resignation as Associate Judge REPORT HEARD to Council with a recommendation for approval; Elect; forwarding to the Community Council with 7. Head Start October Monthly Report 2017 EDSC concurs) a recommendation to accept) Presenter: Lori Stinson Presenter: Casaundra Wallace Presenters: Shannon White REPORT HEARD APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT 8. FY2017 Expenditures (Executive Session) 3. The Gila River Indian Community Council THE RESIGNATION OF CHIEF JUDGE VICTOR Presenters: Treasurer Robert G. Keller, Suzanne Johns Hereby Amends The Gila River Indian ANTONE AND ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION AS MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT Community Code By Rescinding Ordinance GR- ASSOCIATE JUDGE ELECT MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER 04-05 And Enacting The Revised Fire Code To 5. Certification of the 2017 General Election EXECUTIVE SESSION Be Codified As Title 21 Of The Gila River Indian Results (LSC forwards to Community Council to 9. Gila River Gaming Enterprises Inc. Monthly Report For Community Code (LSC forward to Council with a certify the 2017 General Election results for the October 27, 2017 (Executive Session) recommendation for approval; EDSC Office of Governor, Lt. Governor, Chief Judge, Presenters: Kenneth Manuel & Interim Oversight concurs) REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Presenter: Casaundra Wallace Continued on Page 16 Page 16 Gila River Indian News December 15, 2017 THANK YOU IN LOVING MEMORY at 3:00 PM in Courtroom I, AKIMEL O’OTHAM LODITHA KUD Kl, In Loving Memory The Family of Mrs. Gladys Laws Young 721 West Seed Farm Road, Sacaton, Franklin Justin would like to express our deepest AZ. “Spunk” thanks to everyone in the community COURT NOTICE who aided our family when we need- 12/8/65 - 9/23/15 ed it most at the time of Mrs. Young’s It’s your birthday and we’re thinking of IN THE COURT OF THE passing. you. The holidays are near and that’s GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY From the construction department (D6) what makes the memories so dear. IN THE STATE OF ARIZONA who tended the plot, to the wonderful Remembering your smile, your laugh- COURT DATE NOTICE staff at the Learning Center where the ter, joking and teasing; pushing buttons In Re Case: Lupe Nelson vs. Timothy services were held. and having fun with it..... Summer “your Coleman Nelson We’d like to thank everyone who baby girl” is staying strong knowing Docket Number: FM-2017-01 14-DV prayed for us, gave cards and came to your good - accomplishing much and This case has been scheduled and the funeral services. making the wishes and dreams you YOU ARE ORDERED TO APPEAR on And a big thank you to Governor wanted of her become reality. She the date, time and place designated Roe-Lewis for taking time out of his misses you but knows you are always below. IF You FAIL To APPEAR your busy day to attend and say those kind with her. I’m proud of her and know hearing may be held in held in absentia words. you would be too. I run into the niec- and a warrant may be issued for your The Family of Mrs. Gladys Laws Young es and nephews, they all seem to be arrest, forfeiture of your bond, judg- doing well. I know they love & miss you ment in favor of the other party, or jail LEGACY FUNERAL HOME too. We wanted to thank everyone who time may ordered. helped during his services in whatever Answer/Response Hearing Benjy Keith Setoyant was born Sep- way you did. You’re thoughts, prayers, AKIMEL O’OTHAM LODITHA KUD KI, tember 22, 1973 and entered into rest food, words of comfort, etc., it was all 721 West Seed Farm Road, on November 21, 2017. He was raised greatly appreciated. Merry Christmas Sacaton, AZ85147 in the Gila River Indian Community and Happy New Year 22nd day of January, 2018 at 1:30 PM with his mother, father and siblings. Thinking of you ..... Love from your in Courtroom I before the Honorable He loved to spend time with his family, family Lucille Antone-Morago loved to ride his motorcycle and make jokes. He uplifted you when he knew COURT NOTICE COURT NOTICE you were down. He loved to spend ev- IN THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMU- IN THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMU- ery second with his children. You will NITY COURT NITY COURT, STATE OF ARIZONA truly be missed and live forever in our STATE OF ARIZONA AUDREY FAILAUGA, hearts! NANCY ANTONE , Petitioner/Plaintiff He is survived by his mother Delvina Petitioner/Plaintiff vs. Setoyant, his children Jerome and vs. MATTHEW FAILAUGA, Benjilina Setoyant, and Siblings, Cyris, BRANDON OSIFE, Respondent/Defendant Shannon, Oren, Lyndon, Sharita and Respondent/Defendant CASE Number: FM-2017-0083-DV Cheryl. CASE Number: FM-2017-0104-DV CIVIL NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED Services entrusted to Legacy Funeral CIVIL NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED HEARING Home in Chandler. HEARING Please take notice that a(n) Answer/ Thank you so very much, Please take notice that a(n) Answer/ Response Hearing has been resched- Response Hearing has been resched- uled in the Gila River Indian Com- Sissy Fernandez uled in the Gila River Indian Commu- munity Court. This matter has been Legacy Funeral Home nity Court. rescheduled at the place and time set 480-963-622 This matter has been rescheduled at forth below: Monday, January 8, 2018 the place and time set forth below: at 2:00 PM in Courtroom I, AKIMEL Monday, January 8, 2018 O’OTHAM LODITHA KUD KI, 721 West Seed Farm Road, Sacaton, AZ. COURT NOTICE Law Office OF John Does 1-X and Jane Does 1-X; CALENDAR DAYS from the date you CULLAN & CULLAN M.D., J.D. XYZ Corporations 1-X; Black & White were served, not counting the day you 20830 North Tatum Blvd., Suite 360 Partnerships 1-X; ABC Organizations were served. If this “SUMMONS” and Phoenix, Arizona 85050- 7268 1-X; the other papers were served on you (602) 200-9999 1. A lawsuit has been filed against you. by a registered process server or the Fax (480)264-6658 A copy of the lawsuit and other court Sheriff outside the State of Arizona, [email protected] papers are served on you with this your “ANSWER” or “RESPONSE” Gene M. Cullan (Bar #012991) “SUMMONS”. must be filed within THIRTY (30) CAL- Attorneys for Plaintiff(s) 2. If you do not want a judgment or ENDAR DAYS from the date you were IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE order taken against you without your served, not counting the day you were STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR input, you must file an “ANSWER” served. Service by a registered pro- THE COUNTY OF MARICOPA OR A “RESPONSE” in writing with cess server or the Sheriff is complete GEORGE R. RICHARDSON, individu- the Court, and pay the filing fee. If when made. Service by Publication is ally No. CV 2 0 1 7 - 0 5 5 5 3 6 you do not file an “ANSWER” or a complete thirty (30) days after the date Plaintiff, “RESPONSE” the other party may be of the first publication. vs. given the relief requested in his/her 4. You can get a copy of the Court pa- GREGORY F. JAMES and JANE DOE Petition or Complaint. To file your “AN- pers filed in this case from the JAMES, husband and wife , PETRA SWER” or “RESPONSE” take or send, Plaintiff at the address at the top of LORETTA the “ANSWER” or “RESPONSE” to this paper, or from the Clerk of the (Tort-Motor Vehicle) the Office of the Superior Court, 201 Superior MONTALBO, and JOHN DOE MON- West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Ari- Court’s Customer Service Center at TALBO, wife and husband , aka PE- zona, 85003-2205 or the Office of the 601 West Jackson, Phoenix, Arizona TRA LORETTA LISBY, and JOHN Clerk of the Superior Court, 18380 85003 or DOE LISBY; JOHN DOES I-X; JANE North 40th Street, Phoenix, Arizona at 222 East Javelina Drive, Mesa, Ar- DOES I-X; XYZ CORPORATIONS I- 85032 OR Office of the Clerk of Su- izona 85210. X; BLACK AND WHITE PARTNER- perior Court, 222 East Javelina Drive, 5. Requests for reasonable accommo- SHIPS I-X; ABC ORGANIZATIONS Mesa, Arizona 85210-6201 or Office dation for persons with disabilities I-X, of the Clerk of Superior Court, 14264 m1,,1st be made to the office of the Defendants; West Tierra Buena Lane, Surprise, Judge or Commissioner assigned to WARNING: This is an official docu- Arizona, 85374. Mail a copy of your the case, at least five (5) days before ment from the Court that affects your “ANSWER” or “RESPONSE” to the your scheduled court date. rights. Read this carefully. If you do other party at the address listed on the MICHAEL K. JEANES, CLERK not understand it, contact a lawyer top of this Summons. SIGNED and SEALED this date: SEP for help. 3. If this “SUMMONS” and the other 12 2017 FROM THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO: court papers were served on you by BY MICHAEL JEANES, CLERK OF GREGORY F. JAMES and JANE DOE a registered process server or the COURT JAMES; husband and wife; PETRA Sheriff, within the State of Arizona, DEPUTY CLERK LORETTA MONTALBO and JOHN your “ANSWER” or “RESPONSE” C. TROXEL DOE MONTALBO; wife and husband; must be filed within TWENTY (20) Action Sheets continued from Page 15 HELD WITHIN 60 DAYS FOLLOWING Council with a recommendation for approval) JANUARY 1, 2018 Presenter: Isaac Salcido and Associate Judges (4)) 7. Skyline Gila River School Written Plan SY MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPOINT PAMELA Presenters: Shannon White, Nadine Shelde 2017-2018 (ESC forwards to Council with the JOHNSON MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY addition of the Community funded Physical MINUTES THE 2017 GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS Education teacher with a recommendation for 1. October 18, 2017 (Regular) 6. Associate Judge and District 5 Council approval) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE Representative Vacancy (LSC forwards to Presenter: Vaughn Flannigan 2. 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