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February 2012 www.gilariver.org/news Vol 15, No.2 Serving all seven districts of the Gila River Indian Community Change Service Requested S acaton, P. O . B ox 459 Gila River Indian News

Gila River Voters Say No A Z 85147 To Loop 202 Extension GRIC voters reject Loop 202 freeway, says Gov. Mendoza in official statement; 2012 vote follows in footsteps of previous actions against the Loop 202 By GRIN Staff GRIC members made their voices heard on Tue, Feb. 7, when they voted in support of the ‘No Build’ option regarding the Loop 202 Extension Refer- endum. Voters backed the ‘no build’ option with 720 votes.

603 voted for an ‘on reserva- P r e s o tion’ alignment and 158 voted Permit No. 25 U.S. Postage for an ‘off reservation’ align- Sacaton, ted Sta n da r d ment. P A I D In choosing ‘No Build’, Com- munity members neither sup- their support of each of the op- dum. in fact, Arizona Department of A Z port an on-reservation align- tions presented. At first, the Leading the charge for the Transportation’s (ADOT) own ment nor an off-reservation referendum only boasted two ‘No Build’ effort was a group website concurred that a ‘no alignment but instead would choices: on-reservation or off- called Gila River Against Loop build’ alternative was an option like to see that the Loop 202 reservation. Grassroots groups 202. The group pushed for- being studied. extension is not built at all. within the Community then ward with concerns over why Up until the election, the pushed for a ‘no build’ option a ‘no build’ option was not in- CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 Community was divided in to be included on the referen- cluded in the referendum when, State Senator Blackwater School celebrates with banquet Schapira touts education

By Roberto A. Jackson Community Newsperson

State Sen. David Schapira was introduced during the first regular monthly meeting of the Community Council on Feb. 1, 2012. Scha- pira, state Senate minority leader, has served in the Arizona State GRIN/Roberto A. Jackson House of Repre- State Sen. sentatives for six David Schapria years. Schapira, a former high school teacher and ASU faculty member, touts education as the corner- stone of his priorities. “I believe educa- GRIN/Walt P. Porter tion is the key to an individual’s future,” Nancy Konitzer, AZ Department of Ed. Title I congratulates Jacquelyn Power, superintendent/principal, 2nd from the left, and he said. Blackwater Community School Board. Left to Right Henry Pino, president, Suzanne Acuna, member, Audra Antone, vice-pres- Schapira, D-Tempe, is running for con- ident, Darlene Antone, member, Carol Schurz, member gress in the newly established Congres- By GRIN Staff sional District 9. The new district was Successful schools have reason to cele- guished school. Title I refers to Title I of Gov. Mendoza presented the proclama- awarded to Arizona following the popula- tion growth as revealed in the 2010 U.S. brate. If you attended Blackwater Commu- the Elementary and Secondary Education tion to Henry Pino, BWCS Board Presi- Census. Schapira said the upcoming race nity School’s (BWCS) award banquet you Act. Title I’s purpose is to ensure that all dent. is an excellent opportunity to send some would understand why they are Arizona’s students have, “a fair, equal and significant “I was present in Seattle, Washington on new representation to Washington, D.C. National Title I Distinguished School. “It opportunity to obtain a high-quality educa- January 21, 2012 when Blackwater Com- District 9, bordered by GRIC, is com- starts with the parents, the grandparents, tion,” as stated by the U.S. Department of munity School received its award, and I prised of Tempe, Ahwatukee, west Mesa, the children that come to school everyday,” Education. cannot express to you how proud I was of south Scottsdale, west Chandler and said Jacquelyn Power, superintendent/prin- The banquet included a parade of bas- all of you to witness this special honor in north-central Phoenix. “My commitment cipal at BWCS. ket dancers, and BWCS staff and honored person,” said Gov. Mendoza. going forward is to continue to work es- The students, families, staff, community guests. U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar also sent a special pecially with the neighboring tribal com- members and partners shared in the suc- Gov. Gregory Mendoza recited a special message, “ I join in by celebrating this se- munities to bring additional representa- cess by attending the awards banquet on proclamation during his address. “The Gila lection by the Arizona Department of Edu- tion to Washington,” Schapira said. State Sen. Jack Jackson, Jr., D-Window Feb. 3, 2012. River Indian Community hereby proclaims cation as the state’s Title I Distinguished Rock, accompanied Schapira and gave a The red carpet was literally rolled out at Friday, February 3, 2012 as Blackwater School representative to the National Title brief introduction. the District 1 Multipurpose Building for Community School day in recognition of I Association conference that was held last a festive afternoon in honor of BWCS’s its being honored as a National Title I Dis- month.” recognition as a National Title I Distin- tinguished School.” February 2012 Gila River Indian News Page 2

Gila River Telecommunications, Inc. “Proudly serving the Gila River Indian Community since 1988”

Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road, Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135 ZZZJLODQHWQHWID[

What does the Elder Concession Program offer? It covers the cost of the your residential phone service monthly recurring charges. It includes local calls within the community and 911 emergency calls. The Elder Concession Program covers one basic phone line to the home, multiple lines do not apply.

Do other charges apply? Yes. You will still be responsible to pay any long distance charges, voice mail charges, Internet or calling features.

Do you have to qualify based on income? No. If you are 55 or over, you qualify. This includes elder customers that do not qualify for Enhanced Lifeline. Instead, elders 55 and over, can sign up for the Elder Concession Program.

How do I sign up? You can call GRTI Customer Service at 796-3333 and ask them to send an Elder Concession Form. You may also visit GRTI in Sacaton or Komatke during Distrct Days or go to www.gilanet.net to download the form.

Gila River Telecommunications, Inc. “Proudly serving the Gila River Indian Community since 1988” Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road, Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135 tXXXHJMBOFUOFUtGBY 2012 GRTI Directory 215 - Blackwater 315 - Casa Blanca 418 - Stotonic 430 - Maricopa Village 562 - Sacaton 550 - Komatke 796 - Lone Butte You should have recieved the 2012 GRTI Phone Directory and 2012 magnetic calendar in your mailbox.

If you require any changes regarding your listing please contact GRTI Customer Service at 796-3333.

If you are a business that requires more than one phone directory please email [email protected] and let us know how many you will need. Please put your department name or business name in the subject line.

We also want to thank NAPA Auto Care for advertising with GRTI and would like to remind you that there is a 15% discount off labor on any service. A GRTI Preferred Vendor! February 2012 LETTERS/OPINIONS Page 3 Wild Horse Pass Development Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pima Authority Cultural Theming Agency Gila River Indian Coordinator Community Public Scoping for

The WHPDA Board is seeking a Community member to Commercial Lease serve as Cultural Theming Coordinator. The Coordinator will assist WHPDA in the selection of artwork; review Due to the need for a new commercial land lease, the Bureau of culturally themed architectural design elements; and of Indian Affairs (BIA), Pima Agency has determined that Gregory Mendoza the translation and naming for upcoming development an Environmental Assessment (EA) will be necessary to Governor projects. A thorough knowledge of the Akimel O’Odhom address potential impacts resulting from the proposed Stephen Roe Lewis and/or Pee Posh cultures and language is essential. A project in accordance with the National Environmental Lt. Governor background in design, art and the development process is Policy Act (NEPA). Comments on this proposed action are helpful. The Coordinator will be retained by a consulting being sought from Indian tribes; local, state, and federal contract with the WHPDA. Arzie Hogg agencies; and interested members of the public. Cynthia Antone District #1 Please send a letter stating interest and qualifications to the Project Description Wild Horse Pass Development Authority Board, 5350 N. The Casino Expansion Owner’s Team (CEOT) is an entity Jewell Whitman 48th St., Suite 210, Chandler, AZ 85226 by February 28th of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC), is in the District #2 process of preparing an EA for the future construction and operation of a hotel and casino facility on 100- Dale G. Enos acres of GRIC land located in the northwest portion Myron Schurz st District #3 In Loving Memory of Marvin of the Community, near the 51 Avenue and Ray Road alignments, approximately 10 miles south of Interstate Barney B. Enos Jr. Ray Webster 10. The proposed action would include the approval of a Jennifer Allison commercial land lease by the BIA. Christopher Mendoza March 14, 1944-January 11, 2012 District #4 We the family of Marvin, would like to say thank you to Scoping Period the Pee-Posh Veterans for your services for us. Thanks As part of the NEPA process, you are invited to provide Brenda Robertson to District 7 for your help. It helped us a lot. Cecil Lewis written comments on the proposed action. All comments Brian Davis Sr. & group for rendering your music. Thank you to the received become part of the public record associated with Annette J. Stewart young men that helped build the nest for us. Our thoughts this action. Accordingly, your comments (including name Janice Stewart and prayers are with you. and address) will be available for review by any person District #5 May God bless and keep you all. that wishes to view the record. At your request, we will Sincerely, withhold your name and address to the extent allowed by Anthony Villareal Sr. Lynette Yarmata, Forrest-Alyssa Anton & the Webster the Freedom of Information Act or any other law. Please Albert Pablo Family Terrance B. Evans submit any written comments you may have within 30 days, or by February 16, 2012, to the following individual District #6 by mail or fax: Martha Miller UPDATE ON TRIBAL LAW District #7 Cecilia Martinez, Superintendent AND ORDER ACT Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pima Agency Robert Keller, Tribal Treasurer P.O. Box 8 Linda Andrews, Community Council Secretary On July 6, 2011 the Community Council directed the im- Sacaton, Arizona 85147 plementation of enhanced sentencing under the Tribal Law Telephone Number: (520) 562-3326 Gila River Indian News and Order Act (“TLOA”), with a target date of first quarter Fax: (520) 562-3543 2013. Part of the implementation activities is revision of Material published in the Gila River Indian News may not the Community’s Criminal Code. In order for the Com- be reproduced in any form without consent from the Gila munity to impose a sentence of imprisonment greater than River Indian Community one year the Community must, as a right of the Defendant: (1) provide effective assistance of counsel at least equal to LETTERS POLICY: GRIN welcomes letters and columns that guaranteed by the United States Constitution; (2) pro- from readers. Letters should be limited to 200 words and be in good taste. Material that could be libelous or slanderous is vide indigent defendants assistance of defense attorneys not acceptable. All letters or columns should be signed with licensed to practice law by any jurisdiction in the United the writer’s true name, address and telephone number in the State at the expense of the Community; (3) require that event GRIN may need to contact the writer. Only the name judges presiding over criminal proceedings have sufficient of the writer will be printed in the paper. Letters or columns legal training and be licensed to practice by any jurisdic- without a complete signature, name, address or phone number will not be acceptable to GRIN for publication. GRIN reserves tion in the United State; (4) make publically available the the right to edit submitted materials for grammar, spelling and criminal laws, rules of evidence, and rules of criminal pro- content. cedure; and (5) maintain a record of the criminal proceed- Write to: Editor, GRIN ing. Public Law 111-211, Section 234(c). P.O. Box 459 A workgroup has been meeting regularly to revise the Sacaton, AZ 85147 criminal code. The TLOA Workgroup includes represen- Published letters or columns do not necessarily reflect the opinion tatives from the Office of General Counsel, Prosecutor’s of the editor or Office, Defense Services Office, Police Department, De- Gila River Indian Community. partment of Rehabilitation and Supervision, Tribal Social Services, Judicial Department, Probation Department, Be- Gila River Indian Community havioral Health, and Four Rivers Indian Legal Services. P.O. Box 459 Sacaton, AZ 85147 Community members are welcome to attend TLOA Work- (520)562-9715 group meetings. www.gilariver.org/grin Since this is such a large project and involves substantial changes to criminal sentencing we are providing drafts of Zuzette Kisto the first 6 chapters for the Community’s review and input. [email protected] In addition to providing information on the revisions at the CPAO Acting Director (520)562-9715 District meetings, the TLOA Workgroup will host a cou- ple of Saturday work sessions for Community members to Roberto A. Jackson provide input and comments. We are targeting to hold the [email protected] work sessions on March 3 (to review chapters 1-6), May Interim Managing Editor (520)562-9719 5 (to review chapters 15, 7, 8 9) and August 4 (review the remaining chapters). Gina Goodman The first work session will be Saturday March 3, 2012 at [email protected] two different locations in the Community. One session will GRIN Secretary II be at the Governance Center, Room C-136 at 9:30 a.m., (520)562-9715 and the other session will be at the District Six Service Walt P. Porter Center at 9:30 a.m. If you have any specific comments [email protected] or questions, or would like to attend a TLOA Workgroup GRIN Intern meeting, please contact the Office of General Counsel at (520)562-9717 (520) 562-9760.

www.gilariver.org/index.php/news February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 4 Skyline girls' hoops turning heads

GRIN/Roberto A. Jackson Left to Right back row: Lynette Clark (Coach), #22-Haley Bodmer (Blackwater), #33-Sarina Catha (Casa Blanca), #15-Areilla Armenta (Santan), #40-Tiana Black- water (Sacaton), Darron Clark (Assistant Coach) Left to Right front row: Marrisa Henry (Laveen), Carlie Jackson (Sacaton), Camille Pardonet (Santan), Claron Avery(Komatke), #10 Danielle Pardonet (Santan) , Delora Griffeth (Komatke).

By Roberto A. Jackson 50-29 victory at the Dome Tent in District Communnity Newsperson 5. That win helped them clinch the South Conference Championship with two games Skyline Tech High School’s 1A Girls Var- left. But even with the conference title in sity Basketball team is building something their hip pocket, don’t expect the team to special. If you look at the top of the Ari- take their foot off the gas. “We just got to zona Charter Athletic Association’s (CAA) keep playing how we’ve been playing, and South Conference, you will see Skyline show how much we really want it,” said distancing themselves from the pack. Led point guard Camille Pardonet, Santan, 11th by solid guard play, good rebounding and a grade, strong emphasis on fundamentals, Skyline Don’t expect Skyline to rest on their lau- is surging toward a high seed for the play- rels with so many other goals within their NO BUILD CONTINUED offs. “They play very hard as a team,” said reach. “It feels like we could only get bet- head coach Lynette Clark. ter at this point,” said Catha. A turning point for Skyline (8-1) came When the season started, assistant coach FROM PAGE 1 in a non-conference tournament in Novem- Darron Clark saw that the team had a lot ber called the 2011 Turkey Shootout. The of upside. What they lacked in fundamen- Proponents of an on-reservation align- The Pecos Road Alignment will cut young ladies came in 2nd place, but every- tals they made up for in raw talent. During ment included a group known as 202 YES! through two ridges of the South Mountain one was extremely disappointed that they practices the coaches preached the rudi- This group promoted the idea that bringing range, which is a mountain that is held fell short in the championship game. How- ments of the game and defense. Another ever, the silver lining was that it proved they the freeway onto GRIC lands would in- sacred to GRIC and many other tribes in important lesson for the young ladies was crease economic development opportuni- Arizona. could compete against strong opposition. in discipline. “We would bench them to let ties within the Community and also bring In taking a ‘No Build’ position, GRIC “I think this was a huge confidence builder them know we were serious about it,” said for them to realize that we can match up to assistant coach Clark. Judging by their re- GRIC to the table in formulating freeway faces adversity in regard to negotiating ob- these bigger schools,” Clark said after the cord, you can’t argue with the results. construction. jectives on behalf of the Community when team battled 2A and 3A teams. Hall of Fame basketball coach John Although ‘No Build’ is an option, the it comes to freeway construction. The ob- Up to this point it was their only loss as Wooden said, “Ability may get you to Community’s support of this option doesn’t jects can include: the team has ripped off eight consecutive the top, but it takes character to keep you solidify the direction by which ADOT will victories. “It motivated us,” said Sarina there.” Head coach Clark credits her squad proceed. At this point, it is only a consid- •Direct compensation for the freeway Catha, Casa Blanca, 12th grade, of the ear- for maintaining their character while work- eration. right-of-way. ly season tournament. ing hard as a team. “They are definitely During a recent game against ASU Prep- According to Bob Hazlett, Senior Engi- •Consideration for land exchange, or re- team leaders in and outside the classroom,” neer for Maricopa Association of Govern- placement land for the freeway right-of- Central, Skyline played with a combina- said Clark. tion of toughness and finesse to claim a ments, GRIC’s decision to support a ‘no way. build’ option will obviously factor into the •Infrastructure, including roadways, utili- decision about the freeway corridor. How- ties, monument signs, etc. ever, Hazlett said there is a very strong •Funding for programs to mitigate safety, need for this corridor connecting the east cultural, environmental, and socioeconom- and west valleys. From here, Hazlett said, ic impacts the next step is to continue with the envi- •Items related to job creation, employment, ronmental process and move forward with and sourcing for goods and services from the Pecos Road alignment with more de- the Community to support the freeway tail. project. With GRIC supporting a ‘No Build’ effort, •Opportunities for economic development the only alignment for ADOT to consider around the freeway corridor. is the Pecos alignment which, in effect, would relocate approximately one hundred After all the votes were tallied from each homes and a church in Ahwatukee which of seven districts, GRIC Governor Greg lie along the trajectory of the freeway. Mendoza stated, “Tonight we have a clear The Federal Highway Administration, direction from the Community; our voters ADOT, and Maricopa Association of Gov- don’t want to see this freeway built – not ernments (MAG) will now continue the on tribal land or off tribal land.” freeway study process and release a draft “The Governor’s Office understands the Environmental Impact Statement for re- disappointment of Community land owners view and comment (90-day review and regarding the defeat of the South Mountain comment period). The Community will (202) Referendum. However, I support have opportunity as a MAG member agen- land owner rights and the economic devel- cy to provide comments, including the re- opment of their land on the Reservation,” affirmation of the “No Build” position. Gov. Mendoza added. After considering all comments, the Fed- eral Highway Administration will render a decision on the preferred freeway alignment, or decide not to build the freeway. If the decision is made to support the freeway, ADOT will begin to design and construct the $1.9 Billion freeway beginning in 2013. February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 5 Youth represents Gila River

Caleb Jackson, 12, Offensive and defensive specialist for the Gila River Youth Football League made the cut for the Arizona All-Star team. Photo courtesy of Jackson family CIVIL SUMMONS:

By Walt Porter, GRIN Intern 1.KARI DELOWE Guardianship/Custody Hearing SACATON- Gila River youth, Caleb Jack- Encouraging parents, Arlanna and Jaime Case#: CF-12-0069 son joined the Arizona All-Star team to Jackson, transported young Caleb to and Court Date: March 19, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. in Courtroom #4, 2ND FLOOR. play against the San Diego All-Stars in from practice which was far from where California. they live. LOCATION OF COURT: Playing in the sixth grade division, Jack- The practices with the All- Star team son attended many practices to get to the were usually held in the northern parts of 2012 P.R.I.D.E All-Star Classic football Ahwatukee, Phoenix and Tempe, the coach SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY COURT game against San Diego on January 14. wanted to commend the parents for their 10,005 E. Osborn Road Bldg. 23 Jackson was able to get to the All-Star efforts. Scottsdale, Arizona 85256 team through many practice sessions with “I made the effort since it was a learn- the Gila River football team in the Com- ing experience for him... I figured why not PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR INVOICE PAYMENT TO: munity. make the commitment for him since he Once his football season was over in Gila wants to press on to high school athletics,” Carol Baptisto and/or Lynelle Trujillo River, preparations were made to get three said Caleb’s father, Jaime. SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY COURT youth (sixth, through eighth grade) to the When asked why they did decide to go 10,005 E. Osborn Road Bldg. 23 All-Star teams. through great lengths to take their son to Scottsdale, Arizona 85256 The All-Star Classic coach, Guy Fennell each practice, the parents said they believe explained in order to participate or to be it’s important. considered for the team, a letter of recom- “We try to stay behind him in whatever mendation is required from the coach to he does, whether it’s football, skateboard- tryout for the All-Star team. ing or dancing. He loves to dance,” said The Community’s Right to Know! Three to four week position tryouts chal- Jaime. lenged players to prove All-Star caliber, After much fundraising, the parents got Submitted by CTREC which Jackson did. Unfortunately, the the opportunity to see their son play in a seventh and eighth grade selections did national football game in San Diego. Did you know that the Community has a the right to know what is in their backyard, not make it to the games due to untimely “He got to bond with other kids from right to know about hazardous and toxic located in their neighborhood, and is aware events. the association. It was pretty good because chemicals located in the Community? of what to do in the event of a chemical Once on the team, Caleb was able to as- everybody knew each other on a first name The Gila River Indian Community has a emergency. sociate with players of other ethnicities. basis. When we were at the hotel, they all Chemical-Tribal Emergency Response A key role of CTERC in our The team in Gila River is strictly Native hung out, played video games, ate pizza Commission (CTERC) that is responsible neighborhoods is to ensure the Community American. and watched movies together. They got to for ensuring the public has access to is prepared for any chemical emergency. Coach Fennell had experience with semi hangout and just be kids,” Jackson said. information on chemicals at facilities near This includes ensuring there is a timely All-Star and Jr. High All-Stars, but never This year the Gila River football team them. The hope is that by requiring facilities response to any chemical emergency with an All-Star team. He was very excited to had only one team, when usually they have and businesses to report on these chemicals properly trained and equipped emergency take the players from the different football three teams. leagues in Arizona together. Participation is based on school perfor- the public is aware and informed. staff. This can only happen with careful The kids played smart and retained ev- mance and education in which progress re- The CTERC is made up of key and thoughtful chemical emergency erything we taught them, the coach ex- ports are taken into consideration. departments of the Gila River Indian planning. Your CTERC has been charged plained. “It’s just that discipline, if they want to Community, but more importantly, it also with ensuring that everyone has a right to According to Fennell, Caleb was excep- stay on the team, they are going to have to has representatives from all seven Districts know what is in their backyard and the tional. He attended every practice and had make the effort,” Jaime said. in the Community. The Commission Community is prepared to respond when no bad habits. He had very good football Next season, Caleb has to stay on top of Chair is Richard Schurz, who leads the needed. speed, a very good foundation with his his grades. With the whole team winning Commission on a monthly meeting (every The CTERC has a strategic plan parents, and he was very respectable and the all stars, they gained a scholarship for a third Thursday). The monthly meetings are and recently updated the Community’s above all, coachable, explained Fennell. training camp coming to Phoenix and they used to ensure a facility has an emergency Chemical Emergency Response Plan. If “His natural ability is what’s getting him can attend for free. plan in place; that Gila River Indian you would like to review it, please let us through now, but if he gets around some Although there were many hours of driv- better coaching... the sky is the limit,” said ing for the parents, it was just as draining Community is notified of any release know and we can provide you a copy. If the coach when talking about the potential for Caleb, Jaime said. Still, Caleb was able of hazardous materials; to ensure that a you have a question, please don’t hesitate talent he sees in Jackson. to stay on top of the game- on the field, facility has a hazardous chemical storage to call any of the CTERC members or your The All-Star team from Arizona domi- with grades in school and with chores at report completed and on file and; to get District representative. If you don’t know nated the San Diego team, 12 to nothing. home. “He did really well. I was proud that information of a facility’s list of chemicals who your representative is, contact the The San Diego teams were stacked and had he made it,” said Jackson. they may have on site. These meetings are Office of Emergency Management (520- very good players, but our team was way The team will start getting back into gear open to anyone. 562-4487) and they will put you in touch more athletic and smarter, said Fennell. around June and July. The league presi- What does this mean to you? A key with your representative. We look forward Fennell said the score doesn’t reflect the dent, Fair Morago and staff have recuited element for CTERC is to ensure that the to providing you regular updates through total domination that went on. San Diego for tribal youth locally, mostly at the Well- Community has a peace of mind that they GRIN in future editions. did get three first downs, but ended up with ness Center and recreation areas. are safe. Every community member has a negative 25 yards for the game total. February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 6 Gila River cheer squad competes nationally

By Walt P. Porter learn,” Pablo said. GRIN Intern Sports camps like the Cardinal’s Kids Gila River cheerleading squad competed Camp are helpful, especially since the in a cheerleading competition in Miami squad is able to get pointers from the pro- Florida, and placed sixth in the nation. fessionals and the girls are always happy Coaching the squad of ten, Christina to participate. Pablo said the squad is a big confidence “This year it will be a little more orga- builder. The girls have to learn to be loud nized. Everything this year is going to be and have fun while doing it. She said it’s by the books. Everything will be more or- neat to see them get out of their shy shell. ganized,” Pablo said. Pablo said cheerleading involves a lot of Pablo looks to base practice where ev- gymnastics, tumbling, toning, and trying to eryone is able to attend. Otherwise the get their strength up through work and ex- squad will seek transportation to help us ercise. It builds stamina quickly. get the girls home after practice. Seven girls have been on the squad for “It was a challenge getting their hair, three years, this is the first year competing uniform, shoes and socks just right before for five of the girls. They had a lot of teach- the competition. It was chaotic but fun. It ing to do for two girls being introduced for was an awesome experience for the girls,” the first time to cheer. Sanderson said. Weekly practices and words of encour- The squad’s youngest, 5 year-old De- agement are what kept the team strong. mari Thompson, was said to compete just “Basically, I tell them we’re one family Photo submitted by Gila River Football and Cheer Association as well as the 12 year old cheerleaders in a and we have to make sure that everyone is After months of practice the cheer squad performed their routines in front professional and graceful manner. taken care of. We back up one another and of a large crowd in Orlando, Florida. This is important for the future squad help out,” Pablo said. able to help us out otherwise we wouldn’t being in front of an enormous crowd and because there will be many more squads The girls also had to perform well in have been able to go. It truly was a blessing competing against the nation’s best squads. eligible to participate. The American Youth school. The staffing team checked quarter- to have that happen,” Pablo said. The squad was nerve-wracking, but fulfill- Football & Cheer organization is getting ly on the girls’ progress reports to ensure Sanderson knows how hard the girls ing. They really fell right into place and more cheer involved. Any group will be they are maintaining good grades. practiced their routines. They even prac- owned the mats said Sanderson. able to compete and do not have to be as- After months of hard practice, a week ticed outdoors in the cold when indoor fa- Although the squad did very well, the sociated with a football team. prior to nationals, it was uncertain if the cilities were unavailable. coach sees room for improvement and The parents, staff, and squad were happy cheer squad going to compete. At the time Although the trip was by foreshadowed seeks more recruitment to the squad, in- for the opportunity at nationals because of it was unlikely due to funding. spending concerns, it all changed once cluding boys. the quick acting Gila River Telecommuni- Active parent and aunt, Michelle Sander- they arrived in Florida and they were able “When watched the competition this cations Inc. son described the situation as a ‘whirlwind’ to focus on the squad. year, there were a lot boys in the squads “If it wasn’t for GRTI they would have since assurance was given to the girls and Sanderson along with the other parents participating. It was very cool. That would been heartbroken, how grateful I am to parents if Florida was confirmed. and staff shared the experience with the be very neat. They could do stunting and GRTI, they saved us at the last minuet,” “We were thinking, ‘Are we going? Are girls. Some had never been off the Commu- lifting. It would be very cool to have boys said Sanderson. They got it together in less we not going?’’ At the very last minute we nity, never flown in an airplane, and never involved,” said Pablo. that a week and was able to send the squad bought the tickets, Sanderson recalls. eaten Chinese food. They were able to have The coach is planning for change and an- to the competition,” Pablo said. The squad received funding for travel to a new life experience. It was a whole new ticipating a bigger squad, especially since the competition from Gila River Telecom- world near another, Disney World. she has some experience coaching, disci- munication Inc. “It was very good they were For the cheerleaders, the experience of pline, and teaching safety. “It was a lot to

Per Capita Corner PUBLIC NOTICE Bureau of Indian Af- fairs, Pima Agency Gila River Indian www.mygilariver.com/percapita Community Public Scoping for Com- Application/Update Deadline: March 15 mit a Payment Method Change Form to au- Payment Date: April 30 (Mon) thorize a change to your current payment mercial Lease type. The next deadline for these forms is Security of Direct Deposit for Per Capita March 15th for the April 30th payment. Due to the need for a new commercial land BIA. lease, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Scoping Period  •Direct deposit transactions are fast, reli- The payment statement for all the electron- Pima Agency has determined that an Envi- As part of the NEPA process, you are in- able, convenient and safe. ic deposits are sent to the address on file ronmental Assessment (EA) will be neces- vited to provide written comments on the  •You can control which of your bank ac- with the GRIC Enrollment Department. sary to address potential impacts resulting proposed action. All comments received from the proposed project in accordance become part of the public record associated counts to use for the deposit. Please keep your address current.  •Save time – no need to cash a check. with the National Environmental Policy with this action. Accordingly, your com- Act (NEPA). Comments on this proposed ments (including name and address) will  •Save money – no check cashing fees. Minor Trust Disbursement Requests  •Your payment cannot get lost or stolen – action are being sought from Indian tribes; be available for review by any person that your deposit is made electronically. local, state, and federal agencies; and inter- wishes to view the record. At your request, Request Deadline : April 2 ested members of the public. we will withhold your name and address to Checks Mailed: April 16 (Mon) Pay Card – The Easiest Payment Method the extent allowed by the Freedom of In- Project Description formation Act or any other law. Please sub- To assist members with minor trust ques-  •One-time sign up. The Casino Expansion Owner’s Team mit any written comments you may have tions and filling out an early disbursement (CEOT) is an entity of the Gila River Indi- within 30 days, or by February 16, 2012, to  •Not linked to your current bank accounts. request, a Providence First Trust Company  •No worries about account closure. an Community (GRIC), is in the process of the following individual by mail or fax: representative will be at the Per Capita preparing an EA for the future construction  •All future per capita payments will go to Office on Friday, March 30 and Monday, this debit card. and operation of a hotel and casino facility Cecilia Martinez, Superintendent April 2. on 100-acres of GRIC land located in the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pima Agency  •Use for debit purchases at all retail stores. •Check your balance anytime using a toll northwest portion of the Community, near P.O. Box 8 Per Capita Office – the 51st Avenue and Ray Road alignments, Sacaton, Arizona 85147 free number. P.O. Box 338, Sacaton, AZ 85233 approximately 10 miles south of Interstate Telephone Number: (520) 562-3326 (520) 562-5222 or (866) 416-2618 10. The proposed action would include the Fax: (520) 562-3543 Make your life a bit more worry-free! Sub- approval of a commercial land lease by the February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 7

Improvements that are making a Difference! Sacaton, Arizona (February 1, 2012) Gila River Health Care is continually seeking ways to provide superb patient care and ease of access to services for our patients. Our methods are being implemented in line with our vision: “to improve the health of American Indian People.” In recent months, exciting processes have been introduced to create better systems and ease of access. The following is just a few examples of improvements being made at GRHC.

A Focus – The Patient Medical Home as well as between outside facilities/hospitals The Medical Home Model primary care provides an where the patients receive their care. The patients‘ ideal opportunity for our health care providers to Model needs must be met on a timely basis and the ease work in partnerships with patients and families in As the organization moves forward this year, our of access should be apparent for the patient at developing individual plans of care. This model of patients and their families will begin to see every encounter. health care is recognized as the best practice in continued improvements in how they receive care primary care. It reflects our commitment to our that is more focused on their needs and ensures The objective is to provide a team approach to patients, and our desire to strive to give the very ease of access to care. In the November issue of the medical care placing the patient at the center as best. Gila River Indian News, our organization provided the focus of attention. There are really no new an overview of the changes and improvements concepts in this model. Rather, it is a combination that are being made to its delivery of health care of ideas and practices that require a team of health services. A focus on Patient Family Centered Care is care professionals working together and with continuing, and this emphasis will include the many others behind the scenes to ensure patients implementation of a patient medical home model. can get the care they need when they need it while Listening to our Patients minimizing any inconvenience to the patient. GRHC is committed to providing excellent What is the Medical Home Model? customer service to the patients we serve, and The Patient Centered Medical Home Model (PCMH) Why is the Medical Home Model one way for us to achieve this is by listening to is an approach to provide comprehensive primary comments from the Community. We recently care in a way that creates partnership between important now to the Gila River Indian Community? enhanced our services provided by the Managed GRHC patients, physicians, and the families of our Care/ Contract Health Department. patients. With this approach, we place the patient The Medical Home Model provides the best patient in the middle of all of our efforts and develop and family centered care with the limited resources (funding, space, etc.) available. This includes The Managed Care Department had an processes and systems around them to best meet opportunity to attend a Gila River Indian their needs. providing services whereby adequate payments for practice activities are achieved while focusing Community Council of Elders session. During this session, the topic of Managed Care medical bill Delivering patient care can be done in many ways on patient care. The Indian Health Service (IHS) has implemented the PCMH in some of their service payment to outside medical entities was and in many settings. Generally, the term “primary discussed. One of the elder council members care” is used for care delivered by a patient’s areas and has found that costs have been lowered in the treatment of chronic diseases. It is thought suggested that GRHC place a drop box for primary care provider (PCP), one who treats all patients to drop off bills for Managed Care when acute and chronic illnesses and refers patients to a that providing care in a medical home will reduce the total cost of care while providing the best care. their offices were closed. This provides an specialist when they have problems that are very opportunity for patients to provide important complex and require the training and expertise of information to the Managed Care Department someone in that field. At GRHC, our primary care How the Medical Home relates to Patient and help relay important information so billing providers are physicians who have been trained in Family Centered Care issues can be readily addressed. the disciplines of Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or The principles underlying Patient Family Centered Internal Medicine. PCPs have a broad range of Care (PFCC) and the principles of the Patient Because of this excellent idea, there are two new knowledge about most disease processes and can Centered Medical Home Model mesh to create a drop box locations. One is located at the handle most of the illnesses our patients come to system responsive to the concerns and priorities of Komatke Health Center near the Health us with. Every patient should have a PCP and all. This approach to health care involves patients Information Management (medical records) should be seen by their PCP whenever there is a and their families as partners in their own care, as window in their waiting area, and one at Hu Hu need for medical care. This provides continuity in well as in planning, implementing, and evaluating Kam Memorial Hospital right outside the care whenever a patient is seen regularly by one improvements to the systems of care. Patient Managed Care office across from Dental. Asa provider. It helps establish an important Family Centered Care places an emphasis on result, the department is collecting bills, as well relationship between the doctor and the patient collaborating with patients and families of all ages, as referrals daily. The boxes are secured (for wherein the doctor is familiar with the patient’s at all levels of care, and in all health care systems. confidential reasons) and can only be opened medical history, chronic conditions, and other life PFCC acknowledges that families, however they with a key by appropriate staff. circumstances impacting on their health. The are defined, are essential to patients’ health and patient also becomes more familiar with their wellbeing. They are allies of GRHC to help maintain Listening and acting on suggestions from our provider and with time should begin to feel a focus on our emphasis on quality and safety. patients made for notable improvement to our comfortable and secure in that provider’s care. PFCC core concepts are respect and dignity, workflow process and enhanced our customer information sharing, participation, and service to our patients. Moving forward, GRHC is Also part of PCMH is the care coordination and the collaboration. The organizations strategy is to excited to continue making strides and bringing frequent communication between our GRHC Care promote/enhance family-centered, Community- high-quality health care to the people it serves. Coordinators, the patients, various GRHC services, based, coordinated care to our patients.

Komatke Health Center Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital Ak Chin Health Clinic 17487 South Healthcare Drive 483 West Seed Farm Road 48203 West Farrell Road Laveen, Az 85339 Sacaton, AZ 85147 Maricopa, AZ 85239 Phone: 520-550-6000 Phone: 520-562-3321 Phone: 520-568-3881 Fax: 520-550-6033 Fax: 602-528-1240 Fax: 520-568-3884 Quality ~ Accountability ~ Commitment ~ Trust ~ Patients and Families GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS February 2012 Page 8 Agreement will bring Outlets to Wild Horse Pass

Artist rendering of Phoenix Premium Outlets Image Courtesy of Gila River Gaming Enterprise, Melody Hudson

By Roberto A. Jackson Communnity Newsperson

A new attraction will be added to the Wild steps toward economic self-sufficiency for derful community,” Simon said. There GRIC, Simon said, “This community is Horse Pass experience with the construc- our community,” said Gov. Mendoza. will be approximately 90 stores with high prospering and we want to add to that pros- tion of an upscale outlet shopping center. The Indianapolis based Simon Property quality designers and name brands at very perity.” In the next 60 to 90 days, Phoenix Premi- Group is the largest real estate company in attractive prices, according to Simon. The “It’s going to compliment this area,” um Outlets will break ground adjacent to the U.S., and the new outlet center will of- retailers will be announced at the ground- Gov. Mendoza said in reference to GRIC’s the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino and fer an upscale shopping experience serving breaking ceremony. businesses in the Wild Horse Pass and open in the spring of 2013. the greater Phoenix area. Phoenix Premium Outlets will gener- Lone Butte locations. Gov. Gregory Mendoza and Lt. Gov. The signing of the ground lease was ate at least 500 construction jobs and 800 Simon also thanked the Wild Horse Pass Stephen Roe Lewis signed the official the final stage of the predevelopment pro- to 1000 full time and part time positions. Development Authority, “for their diligent ground lease with David Simon, Chairman cess before construction can begin on the Simon Property Group owns the Arizona efforts in working with our development and Chief Executive Officer of the Simon 360,000 sq. feet center, which will be lo- Mills and over 350 retail properties world team on getting us to this point.” Property Group on Jan. 19, 2012 in the cated off of the I-10 Freeway and Wild wide. They also own 70 high-end retail Also in attendance were District 7 Coun- Anthony B. Shelde Conference Room at Horse Pass Blvd. centers in the U.S., Korea, Japan, Malaysia cil Representative Martha Miller, and the Whirlwind Golf Course at Wild Horse “The project has generated immense ex- and Mexico City. District 5 Council Representative Brenda Pass. citement with our retailer partners and we When asked about how attractive it was Robertson. “This development represents the next are very honored to be a part of this won- for Simon Property Group to partner with

Prevention Coalition: Family Event promotes a healthy lifestyle showcasing traditional basket dancers and who were in attendance. “It’s up to you to Friends who have gone through the pro- assembling tribal leaders to raise aware- make the decision,” said Schurz, explain- gram referred her and she had to decide ness for the cause. ing the connection between the commu- what she wanted to do for the rest of her Talia Porter and the Coalition staff nity and guidance from the booths set up. life. believe it is important to hold events like Children’s Court Judge Jay Pedro gave a Nada Celaya, a CASA Volunteer, and this one to get the Community involved historical account of how drug usage and CASA Program director, Marilynne and aware of the effects, plus it was a penalties have changed since he started as Loonsfoot, were in attendance, along with beautiful day to enjoy the day. The Pre- a procecuter for Gila River. the Probation Department, the Juvenile vention Coalition plans for more events in “10 years ago we were never aware of Probation Dept., Skyline School. each district. meth in court cases,” said Pedro. Lt. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis was a key- In participation, the Department of Pedro provided statistics on meth use note speaker on behalf of the Community. Human Services provided surveys on stating that nine out of ten users become Lewis believes in taking back the underage drinking for adults and youth to addicted and eight out of ten will never Community. Lewis said that by utilizing participate in. overcome addiction. different resources in the community, the A member of the Prevention Coalition Former Gov. Mary Thomas was invited members are the ones that will get the full said the surveys would help the coalition to give the opening invocation for the benefit. to understand what is going on in each event, she forewarned the outcomes of “We rely on our families and extended GRIN/Walt P. Porter district and their position on alcohol use. drug and alcohol abuse and how it effects families for support. Now, these events

The Gila River Prevention Coalition often Volunteers played a vital role in assem- children in the home. gives a sense of community to rely on involves a cultural dance group to perform. bling games for the children and provid- A spokesperson from J Warren, a fu- each other,” said Lewis before encouraged The Hashen Kehk Basket Dancers involve ing help in setting up for the event. Vechij neral home contracted with the tribe, also the members to use their services. the audience to participate in a social dance. Himdak Mashchmamakud service learn- gave insight to how many untimely deaths Lewis and the executive administration ers, Boys and Girls Club staff, members occur from drug and alcohol negligence, are looking at ways to coordinate health, By Walt P. Porter of The Akimel O’otham Pee Posh Youth from accidents and other causes. safety, culture and himdak (the way of life GRIN Intern Council, staff from D3 recreation and “It’s the ultimate end for drug users,” from a cultural prospective) and social the participating Community resource said the spokesman, and encouraged the issues for the Community for the children The Gila River Prevention Coalition held departments all provided volunteers. Community to keep a positive outlook. and youth. a Family Fun Day event, having teams D3 Councilman Myron Schurz acted A member from the Matrix Program “Keep a relationship with your family of Community departments for drug as the emcee for the event and expressed explained how the helped her gain control and be good role models…” said Lewis. and alcohol prevention and wellbeing, great appreciation for the event and those of her life. GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS February 2012 Page 9 The 2011 Employee of The Year

GRIN/Walt P. Porter Colin Francisco was named Employee of the Year during the December Employee Roundup. He was selected from many other candidates from the 2011 employees of the month. Francisco was chosen because of his hard work ethic and dedication to the Community and District Six. Back in September, Francisco was awarded the Govornor's Employee of the Month through the Human Resources Depart- ment. He was awarded a plasma big screen TV. Francisco works in Building Maitenance in D6. He has been with that district since 2006. February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 10

The Commodity Food Distribution Program is a federal program that provides food to Native American low income households, who reside on the reservation or surrounding service areas.

Stop by our office located at Gila River Indian Community Community Services Department 300 Ocotillo Rd, south of the Commodity Food Distribution Program Super Mart in Sacaton or call our PO Box 1539 office for more information. Sacaton, AZ 85147 **You may not be enrolled in Office/Warehouse Phone: 520-562-9233 Commodity Food Distribution and Fax: 520-562-3573 SNAP (food stamps) within the same month.**

“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color , national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability.”

Request for Proposal Legal advertisement date Issued: February 6, 2012

Gila River Health Care Hu Hu Kam Hospital RFP– 01-FY12-BLdGSVCS-adM design/Build RFP administration Building Project

Gila River Health Care extends an invitation to interested and qualified native american Design/Build Contractors to submit a formal proposal as described there in.

in order to accommodate growth and improve efficiencies in providing care to its patients, Gila River Health Care has identified a need to construct a new Administration Building on the Hu Hu Kam Hospital campus. Administrative departments currently located in other buildings will be relocated to this new building. This project will involve the design and construction of an office building of approximately 35,000 s.f. and all related parking lots, sidewalks, hardscape, lighting, signage and landscaping. The overall design of the project will compliment the existing building and will reflect and be sensitive to the history and culture of the Gila River Indian Community.

Ten percentage (10) points shall be given to the proposal of a qualified native american owned or operated Design Build Firm.

rFP issue Date February 6, 2012 rFP response Due Date March 16, 2012 12:00 PM arizona Time Pre-bid Meeting February 23, 2012 Location: Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital 9:00 aM arizona Time 483 W Seed Farm Road Sacaton, AZ 85147

RFP document may be requested in writing from:

Heather l Chavez, Director of Building Services Gila River Health Care – Hu Hu Kam Hospital P.O. Box 38 – 483 West Seed Farm road sacaton az. 85147-0038 Ph: 602-528-1272 e-mail: [email protected]

February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 11 Payroll and unclaimed checks The following list contains the names of individuals with outstanding Payroll checks as of October 31, 2011, as well as the names of vendors and other individuals entitled to unclaimed property as of July 31, 2011. In accordance with Escheat Ordinance GR-10-09, the community will publish on a bi-annual schedule or as deemed necessary by the Community Treasurer, the Escheat Public Notice shall be undertaken. Public notice of unclaimed money or checks will be published in the Gila River Indian Newspaper and GRIC’s official web site. If the last known owner is known to be a Community member, the department, program, or entity shall also post notice at all District Service Centers. In order to claim the money, payroll check, or other check, the owner must claim the money, payroll, or other check in person within 30 days of publication or posting. In addition, to make claim, the person must provide the department, program, or entity with positive identification, including a photo identification showing the person claiming the money, payroll check, or other check is the last known owner. If the money, payroll check, or other check is unclaimed for 60 days after publication, the money, payroll check, or other check shall escheat and title thereof shall vest in the Commu- nity or as applicable Federal, State, or other agency source of funding. Please contact the finance department for further instructions if you are a recipient of the unclaimed property. Johanna Morago , Accounts Payable Manager or Candida Munoz, Accounts Payroll Manager at (520) 562-9600 Names with * denotes multiple claims General Fund as of 7-31-2011

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Hernandez Jr, Encarnacion Marbell, Christopher Quintero, Viva Tobey, Tamara Tammy Blackwater, Shaun Holder, Calvin R. Michael Ramirez, Norman Richard Valencia, Alex A. Brown, Gerald Freeman Hoover, Jordon Gene Martinez, Donna M Rhodes, Darryl W. Vega, Adrian A. Cabrera, Jesus R.* Humason, Marilyn Sue Mendoza, Albert Rhodes, Patricia Ventura, Jeanell Velma Campbell, James L. Jackson, Rodney Mendoza, Christopher Rivera, Cynthia Welker, Michael Preston Cervantes, Louis Hector James, Harriet Mercado, Andre G* Rodriguez, Jessie T. Welker, Michael Preston Clashin, Justin Lee Jay, Laverne Miguel III, Peter Rodriguez, Ruben Ralph White, Coletta S. Colt, Devrrick Raymond Johns, Gail Miguel, Abel Rodriguez-Fregoso, Juan Whitman, Joey L. Ba ag Coochyouma, Brett Allen Johns, Geneva F. Miguel, Elgena Pablo Whittington, Sienna Soleil Curtis, Victor L. Johns, Michelle Macazan Miguel, Jill Ruehle Jr., William Michael Williams, Johanna Denise Delowe, Wayne Johnson, Ronella Frances Mix, Dana G. Sabori Sr., Donald Paul Wiltshire, Andre B Duarte, Eddie Jose, Karen Morago, Joseph C. Sabori, Aaron James Woodring, Sue Ann Dubray, Katrina M* Juan, Melvin Morgan, William Vincent Santos, Theodore Eagleman, Farrell Allen Juan, Richard B. Mosley, Charles Ray Sieweyumptewa, Francine February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 13 January 4, 2012 Community council Action Sheets

ACTION SHEET EXECUTIVE SESSION Amendment#2 To The October 1, 2010 MOTION MADE AND SECOND to Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, 5. Gila River Gaming Enterprise, Inc. Monthly Agreement Between The Gila River Indian establish Arizona 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax Report (Executive Session) Community And Pietzsch, Bonnett & Womack, the El Paso Right of Way (520) 562-9729 Presenter: John James P.A. (G&MSC forwards to Council with Negotiation CALL TO ORDER REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION recommendation of approval) Team The First Regular Monthly Meeting of the 6. Gila River Gaming Commission Monthly Presenter: Robert Keller MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER Community Council held Wednesday, January Report November 2011 (Executive Session) APPROVED EXECUTIVE SESSION 4, 2012, in the Community Council Chambers Presenters: M. Scott Sanderson & Courtney 5. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing [Addendum to Agenda] at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona Moyah Amendment #1 To The October 1, 2010 2. Gaming Update and Report and was called to order by presiding Chairman REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Recommendation For 2012 On Off- Governor Gregory Mendoza at 9:03 a.m. Governor Gregory Mendoza called Community And Towers Watson Delaware, Reservation Gaming (Executive Session) INVOCATION for an hour and half lunch break INC. (G&MSC forwards to Council with 5 Councilwoman Annette J. Stewart Reconvened at 1:35pm in Executive (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendations as stated on the ROLL CALL Session recommendation of approval) memorandum) Sign-In Sheet Circulated 7. FY 2012 October Month and Financial Presenter: Robert Keller Presenters: Scot Butler, Eric Dahlstrom, & Executive Officers Present: Reports For The Month Ended October 31, APPROVED OGC Governor Gregory Mendoza 2011 (Executive Session) 6. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing An ITEM HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Lt. Governor Stephen R. Lewis Presenter: Robert Keller Agreement Between The Gila River MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT Council Members Present: REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Indian EXECUTIVE SESSION D1-Cynthia Antone, Arzie Hogg; D2-Jewel MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT Community And The Government Finance MOTION MADE AND SECOND to approve Whitman; D3-Myron G. Schurz (9:06), Dale EXECUTIVE SESSION Officers Association For Fiscal Year 2012 the 6 recommendations G. Enos; D4-Jennifer Allison, Christopher RESOLUTIONS (G&MSC forwards to Council recommendation 3. Request For Approval In Declaration Of Mendoza, Barney Enos, Jr.(1:35); D5-Annette 1. A Resolution Consenting to Two (2) Non- of Vacancy For (Two) 2 Gaming Commissioners Stewart, Janice F. Stewart; D6-Anthony Transferable Fifty Homesite Leases on approval) Positions For The Gila River Gaming Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, Terrance B. Evans; Allotment Presenters: Kimberly Dutcher Commission (G&MSC requesting that the D7- Martha Miller (9:06) 2999 Located on Allotted Trust Land in District APPROVED vacancy be declared January 4, 2012 For 60 Council Members Absent: One of the Gila River Indian Reservation 7. A Resolution Approving The Bylaws Of The days closing date March 20, 2012 at 12:00 D5 - Brenda Roberson; Brian Davis, Sr. (NRSC Voter Registration Board Of The Gila River noon D4 - Vacant forwards to Council with recommendation for Indian Community (G&MSC forwards to March 29, 2012 Committee review & April 4, APPROVAL OF AGENDA approval) Council 2012 Appointed) APPROVED AS AMENDED Presenter: Javier Ramos with recommended changes) Presenter: M. Scott Sanderson PRESENTATIONS APPROVED Presenters: Javier Ramos & Linda Andrews DECLARED *1. Akimel O’Otham Pee Posh Charter School 2. A Resolution Approving an Escrow APPROVED 4. For Discussion: A Resolution Clarifying (3-5) Blackwater Community School National Agreement ORDINANCES Which Consultant Contracts Are Subject To Title I Distinguished School Award between the Gila River Indian Community and UNFINISHED BUSINESS Review And Approval By The Community Presenter: Jacquelyn Power Phoenix Premium Outlets, LLC for the Deposit 1. Department Of Community Housing Report Council Pursuant To Title I Of The Gila River Ms. Jacquelyn Power provided a brief overview and Administration of the Earnest Money Program Assessment (G&MSC forwards under Indian Community of the criteria for the award. Mr. Richard Hall Required under Section 5.4 of the Lease Unfinished Business with the direction that Presenter: Javier Ramos further elaborated on the data collected for Agreement between the Gila River Indian future MOTION MADE AND SECOND to refer the award. Ms. Annette Barns and Ms. Misty Community and Phoenix Premium Outlets, reports will be on a quarterly basis) back to the Government & Lopez provided a brief explanation of the goals LLC Presenter: Tina Notah-Enas Management and Legislative of Blackwater Community School. Audra for the Development of a Premium Retail MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR 10- standing Antone, Board Member, provided a summary Outlet MINUTE BREAK Reconvened at 3:06pm committees of her experience with the school. Governor Center within the Wild Horse Pass MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO direct MINUTES Gregory Mendoza and various Council Development the immediate suspension of Native ANNOUNCEMENTS members expressed their congratulations. Area (NRSC forwards to Council with Nation or Valdez & Son from doing >Work Session Continuants Friday, REPORTS recommendation for approval; EDSC & future business; further direct January 6, 2012, 8:00am, Shelde 1. Caring House Annual Report G&MSC the Building Presenters: Fernanda Reams & Mark Klien concurs) Internal Audit to assist in audit >Inauguration Saturday, January REPORT HEARD Presenters: Ron Rosier, Steve Heeley & Dale in collaboration with the Law 7, 2012, 3:00pm, Wild Horse Pass 2. Report and Recommendation For 2012 On Gutenson Office Sheraton Off-Reservation Gaming APPROVED and the Finance Department >Governor Gregory Mendoza Presenters: Eric Dahlstrom & Scot Butler 3. A Resolution Approving a Form Attornment MOTION MADE AND SECOND to direct to attend opening of State MOVED TO NEW BUSINESS #2 AT APPRVAL and Non-Disturbance Agreement between the the utilization of tribal funds for Legislature January 9, 2012 OF AGENDA Gila River Indian Community, Phoenix the George Webb Subdivision and to >Tribal Legislative Day January 17, 3. Per Capita Office FY11 Annual Report Premium allocate NAHASDA funding to other 2012, State Capital Presenter: Robert Keller Outlets, LLC and Subtenants in the Premium project priorities within the >District 7 and District 3 invitations REPORT HEARD Retail Outlet Center within the Wild Horse Community to Administration MOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR 10- Pass NEW BUSINESS >Distribution of Council and MINUTE BREAK Development Area (NRSC forwards to Council 1. Request for the Establishment of an El Paso Standing Committee Agendas Reconvened at 10:45am with recommendation for approval; EDSC & Right of Way Negotiation Team (NRSC ADJOURNMENT 4. Flood Control Management Task Force G&MSC concurs) forwards MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:57PM Report and Update Presenters: Ron Rosier, Steve Heeley & Dale with the recommended Negotiating Team to * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) Presenter: Seaver Fields Gutenson Council with recommendation for approval, REPORT HEARD APPROVED EDSC & G&M concurs) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER 4. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing Presenter: Ron Rosier January 18, 2012 Community council Action Sheets

ACTION SHEET Whitman; D3-Myron G. Schurz (9:06), Dale 1. Executive Order Improving American Indian John James Community Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, G. Enos; D4- Jennifer Allison, Christopher and REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Arizona 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax Mendoza; D5-Annette Stewart (9:07), Janice Alaska Native Educational Opportunities and MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT (520) 562-9729 F. Stewart, Brenda Roberson, Brian Davis, Sr. Strengthening Tribal Colleges and Universities EXECUTIVE SESSION CALL TO ORDER (9:05); D6-Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, Presenter: Kimberly Dutcher RESOLUTIONS The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Terrance B. Evans; D7- Martha Miller REPORT HEARD 1. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The Community Council held Wednesday January Council Members Absent: 2. Gila River Sand & Gravel Quarterly Report, Gila 18, 2012, in the Community Council Chambers D4 -Vacant, Barney Enos, Jr. Fourth Quarter FY 2011 River Tribal Education Department To Submit A at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona APPROVAL OF AGENDA Presenters: Michael H. Morago & Board of Competitive Grant Application To The U.S. was called to order by presiding Chairman APPROVED AS AMENDED Directors Department Of Health & Human Services, Governor Gregory Mendoza at 9:03 a.m. INTRODUCTIONS REPORT HEARD Administration For Children And Families, INVOCATION 1. Tribal Education Director: Mario Molina [Governor Gregory Mendoza called Administration For Native Americans On Councilwoman Brenda Robertson Presenter: Kimberly Dutcher for a 10-minute break Behalf Of ROLL CALL Ms. Kimberly Dutcher introduced Mr. Mario Reconvened at 10:37am] The Gila River Indian Community (ESC Sign-In Sheet Circulated Molina. Mr. Molina provided a brief overview of MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER forwards to Executive Officers Present: his background and his plans for the Education EXECUTIVE SESSION Council with recommendation for approval; Governor Gregory Mendoza Department. Various Council members 3. 2011 Year End Audit Financials For Gila CRSC Lt. Governor Stephen R. Lewis expressed words of welcome, congratulations River Gaming Enterprises, Inc, (Executive and G&MSC concur) (Resolution is to include Council Members Present: and expectations. Session) comments from the Tribal Education Director; D1-Cynthia Antone, Arzie Hogg; D2-Jewel REPORTS Presenters: Stephen Harris, Kenneth Manuel & CRSC February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 14 Action Sheets continued Jan. 18 concur with ESC, also the financial APPROVED Pietzch, Bonnett & Womack, P.A. (G&MSC Pima from Mexico across the spreadsheet be 4. A Resolution Authorizing Tribal Officials forwards border amended to include a footnote explaining the Initiate to Council with recommendation for approval) to join in THEMul-Chu-Tha discrepancy) Financial Transactions With The United States Presenters: EBT Board Of Trustees celebration Presenter: Dallas Delowe Department Of Interior Office Of Special APPROVED 3. Housing Advisory Committee District 7 APPROVED Trustee For 9. A Resolution Approving Modification NO.1 Representative Appointment (G&MSC 2. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The American Indians (G&MSC forwards to Council To The forwards Gila with Gila River Indian Community Operating Budget to Council with recommendation for approval) River Employment And Training Department To recommendation for approval) For Presenter: Devin Redbird Submit A Competitive Grant Application To The Presenter: Rebecca Hall Fiscal Year 2012 (G&MSC forwards to Council MOTION MADE AND SECOND to appoint U.S. APPROVED with Vernita Sunn Department Of Health & Human Services, 5. A Resolution Approving And Ratifying The recommendation for approval) 4. Sherman Indian School Board Appointment Administration For Children And Families, Amendment And Restatement Of The Presenters: Robert Keller & Mike Jacobs Presenter: Martha Miller Administration For Native Americans On Retirement APPROVED MOTION MADE, SECOND AND DEFEATED Behalf Of Plan For The Employees Of The Gila River ORDINANCES TO The Gila River Indian Community (ESC Indian UNFINISHED BUSINESS appointed Councilwoman Cynthia forwards to Community (G&MSC forwards to Council with 1. Reporting Memo For Department of Antone MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO Council with recommendation for approval; recommendation for approval) Community Housing re-advertise this position for G&MSC Presenter: Robert Keller Presenters: Government & Management calendar 30-days concurs) APPROVED Standing Committee MINUTES Presenter: Lana Chanda 6. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ANNOUNCEMENTS APPROVED Termination Of Per Capita Trust Accounts And recognize NAHASDA will be MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER 3. A Resolution Approving And Ratifying The Direct Distribution Of Trust Assets To Certain deferred EXECUTIVE SESSION Adoption Of The 2006 Editions Of The Beneficiaries (G&MSC forwards to Council for to quarterly reporting for fiscal Motion made and second to exit International Building Code, The International recommendation for approval) year 2012, and as a standing motion executive session Mechanical Code, The International Plumbing Presenter: Robert Keller FOR RHIP TO continue with monthly >Events and Meetings at the Tribal Code, The International Residential Code, The APPROVED reporting Legislature International Fuel Gas Code The Performance 7. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The NEW BUSINESS >Loop 202 Forum January 21, 2012, Code For Buildings, The Energy Conservation Termination Of A Deceased Beneficiary’s Per 1. Caring House – (2) Vacancies (HSSC 9am Komatke Boys & Girls Club Code,The International Property Capita forwards to Council; advertise 60 days, close >Prayer request for Mr. Kenneth Maintenance Code, The 2003 Edition Of The Trust Account And Direct Distribution Of Trust 3/16/12, and appoint.4/4/12) Johns ANSI A117.1 And The 2005 Edition Of The Assets To Certain Survivors (G&MSC forwards Presenters: Fernanda Reams & Mark Klein >Prayer request for the Moyah National Electric Code, And For Other to DECLARED family Purposes Council for recommendation for approval) 2. Invitation to Pima in Mexico to Mul- ADJOURNMENT (EDSC forwards to Council with Presenter: Robert Keller Chu-Tha (CRSC forwards to Council with MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:45pm recommendation APPROVED recommendation for approval) * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) for approval; G&MSC and LSC concur) 8. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing Presenter: Marshall Sunna Presenters: Ron Rosier, Wilfred Brown & Amendment #3 To The October 1, 2010 MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO request Steven Agreement Governor write a letter in support Heeley Between The Gila River Indian Community And of Mr. Marshall Sunna to bring the February 2012 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS Page 15 Gila River Casinos SURXGO\VXSSRUWV

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