October 2011 GRIN - Gila River Indian Community

October 2011 Page 2Gila River Indian NewsGila River Telecommunications, Inc.“Proudly serving the Gila River Indian Community since 1988”Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road, Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135(520) 796-3333 • www.gilanet.net • fax (520)796-7534Accessing the GRTI phone directory has become even easier.Have you tried our new Mobile site?GRTI has created a mobile site where you can use your mobile phone to access our directory online.How do you access the GRTI.mobi site?All you have to do is use your cell phone Internet browser, type GRTI.mobi into the Internet addressbar and you will find everything in our directory on the new mobile site!Its that simple!A simple and convenient way to pay your bill online.“eBill” a simple and convenient way to pay your bill online. Once registration is complete you will beable to login, view past payments, and call history. Plus if you have a secondary account you will be ableto keep track of those accounts too!Call GRTI Customer Service for questions at (520) 796-3333

October 2011 Page 3LETTERS/OPINIONSGila River Indian NewsDistrict #1:Distrcit #2:District #3:District #4:District #5District #6District #7Mihio Manusmihio.manus@gric.nsn.usGRIN Managing Editor(520)562-9718Roberto A. Jacksonroberto.jackson@gric.nsn.usGRIN Community Newsperson(520)562-9719Gina Goodmangina.goodman@gric.nsn.usGRIN Secretary II(520)562-9715Walt P. Portergrin@gric.nsn.usGRIN Intern(520)562-9717Material published in the Gila River Indian News may notbe reproduced in any form without consent from the GilaRiver Indian CommunityLETTERS POLICY: GRIN welcomes letters and columnsfrom readers. Letters should be limited to 200 words and bein good taste. Material that could be libelous or slanderous isnot acceptable. All letters or columns should be signed withthe writer’s true name, address and telephone number in theevent GRIN may need to contact the writer. Only the nameof the writer will be printed in the paper. Letters or columnswithout a complete signature, name, address or phone numberwill not be acceptable to GRIN for publication. GRIN reservesthe right to edit submitted materials for grammar, spelling andcontent.Write to:Fax: (520)562-9712Email: grin@gric.nsn.uswww.gilariver.org/index.php/newsGila River NewsEditor, GRINP.O. Box 459Sacaton, AZ 85147Published letters or columns do not necessarilyreflect the opinion of the editor orGila River Indian Community.Gila River Indian CommunityP.O. Box 459Sacaton, AZ 85147(520)562-9715www.gilariver.org/grinWilliam R. Rhodes, GovernorJoseph Manuel , Lt. GovernorArzie HoggCynthia AntoneJewell WhitmanDale G. EnosMyron SchurzBarney B. Enos Jr.Jennifer AllisonChristopher MendozaGregory MendozaBrenda RobertsonBrian DavisAnnette J. StewartJanice StewartAnthony Villareal Sr.Albert PabloTerrance B. EvansMartha MillerRobert Keller, Tribal TreasurerLinda Andrews, Community Council SecretaryHappy BirthdayTianniTianni Francis Whitman As your 6thBirthday approaches our songs oflaughter reflect the years gone by. Thisbrings tears of happiness and joy.Weare blessed to have been through theyears learning and growing happilyas Father and Daughter .To see thebrightness of your future brings greatexcitement . So let us be protectedand blessed by Jiosh and our angelsas we continue this beautiful cruisemaking music through life. Happy B-Day My Nanni's!Love Daddy!In Loving Memory ofDoris June MoragoJanuary 16, 1951-October 19, 2010A year has come for the late DorisJune Morago , there’s not a day thatgoes by that we don’t forget her. Butwe still continue to have those daysof her going into rest that are hard tobelieve. The impact she had made inour lives has been a true blessing. Wewould like to thank our family andfriends for all the support throughoutthe year.We Miss and Love You Mom!Robert & June MoragoIn Loving MemoryOn behalf of my cousin CheyennePancott.He would like to thank everyonefor their prayers and supportin his time of need.Especially to theGila River Indian Comm Fire andEMS depts.Their Generous Donationmade it possible for Cheyenne to bringher home.With that in mind''Whyisn't there funding in the communityto help the enrolled Urban Nativeswho live out of state and would liketo be properly buried back home?''Also an extended thank you toWanda Pablo,Gordon Santos,RoseLucero,Carol Santos,Monica Pabloand their families,Ophelia and AlbertCruz,Randy Ruiz,Genevieve Woodburyof Public Works,Sunshine Jackson,District Five, The Grave Diggers,Nicole Miles, Marshell Jose, AlbertaKisto, Veronica Patrick, St.PetersChurch, Harold Patrick, Patsy Rivers,Cecil Lewis, The Joaquin Sisters,Georgie Charles and The IndianChoir,Sacaton Presb Church, TraditionalSinger, Keith and Eric Kisto.AgainThank You All so very much forblessing us in a very special way.You Will Be Missed Auntie Phyllis.A.EscarsegaIn loving memory of Michelle SneedMichelle Marvene Sneed07/27/1975-10/30/2010A Memorial Service has been setfor:Sunday, October 30, 20119am Sunrise Service & Blessing of HeadStone Co-Op CemeteryOpen to all Choirs, person, and TraditionalSingersLunch will be severed @ Pee Posh AmphitheaterD7 till 5pm.Questions contact Estelle Barehand:602-501-9623/520-430-1034On behalf of the family of Dora MilesWe would like to thank everyone thathelped us in our time of grief in the lossof our Mother, Grandmother, GreatGrandmother, Great-Great Grandmother,Sister in-Law, Aunt, and Friend; shewill be dearly missed. We would liketo thank Districts 4 & 2 personnel fortheir assistance and the Departmentof Transportation. We appreciate thethoughtfulness for all the flowers andextended condolences from the variousDepartments of which our family memberswork with daily. Thank you also toour Tribal Council, the Tribal BusinessEnterprises and The Executive Officefor their flowers and thoughtfulness.Thank you also for the encouragementand prayers from the Traditionalsingers and all the choirs through theirThe family of Emmaline Allen,Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother,Auntie, Sister in law & Friend: We would like to thank everyonewho supported us in the sudden passingof our dear Mother and to expressour gratitude and appreciation to thefriends and family who came to sitand visit with her before her passing,especially those who sang gospel songsand prayed with her and the family, Iknow it was a Great comfort to her.We also would like to thank all whocame over to the residence to helpprepare for her wake and funeral andThanks to all those who donated foodand the beautiful flowers for the services,I wish we could name everyonebut the list would be too long, you allknow who you are, May the Good LordBless you.Many thanks goes out to those whooffered their condolences and prayers,A Special Thanks goes out the Gracesongs. Thank you to our church family;the Lower Santan Presbyterian Chapeland its members, Harrison Georgefor leading our Wake Service. We appreciateand thank Loretta Blackwaterfor the time she gave to our loved onewhen she was still with us and for herhelp during the time we put her to rest.There were many friends of the familythat we extend our gratitude forthe preparations for the meal that weshared with everyone. Thank you to allthat helped in one way or another duringour time of sorrow.Hospice of Mesa and its wonderfulnurses who assisted in the care of ourmother. Thanks to the our nieces andnephews for pulling together and gettingthings done, remember without afamily you have no one.Thanks to:Family & FriendsJ. Warren funeral homeVah-ki Presbyterian churchD5 Service centerCapt. Johnson-fireGR Fire A&B shift from Station 3GRICDOTGR PoliceGR Head startAll choirsGod Bless you all , The Allen family“ Mothers holds their children’s handsfor a while but their hearts forever”2nd Year Death Anniversary forBernell F. Lewis Jr. “POSSUM”4/18/91 - 9/8/09On Friday, September 9, 2011 was aday of remembrance for our belovedPossum. Even though the days cameso fast that there was little time tomake preparations. God bless to allAunties, relatives and friends for lendingtheir support and donations. Withplenty of food and the sound of chickenscratch music, Possums memorywas kept alive. Once again with just 3days notice the Jose and Wood familyfrom North Komelik had the memorialnecklaces done so everyone could havesomething to remember Possum by.Thank you to Ms. Annie Quintero forthe magnificent painting you did, thatcaptures our eye every time we walk inmy mother’s home. A big thank you toall bands: Group Familia, P-Dub, andNative Creed (Cody Lopez for the useequipment.) We miss Possum dearly,but this year 2011 he was reunited withloved ones that have passed on, HisAunt Shirleen Makil, Step-GrandfatherDavid Garcia, cousin Ean Wood,and Uncle Big Joe Friesson Sr. Thaeyall will live in our hearts forever. Nowords can express much thankfulnessto all that took part rather by donationor just your presence at the memorialfor Possum. Thanks & God Blessto all. Sincerely, Karen, Bernella andMykey Lewis

October 2011Your Per Capita CornerQuarterly Per Capita Schedule:COMMUNITY SECTIONFree service for elders, newshareholders for GRTI.Page 4Quarterly DeadlineSeptember 15December 15Payment DateOctober 31, 2011 (Mon)January 31, 2012 (Tues)Trust Early Disbursement Request :December 30January 16, 2012 (Mon)(Checks mailed)A friendly hello and Best Wishes for a fun and safe fall season. There is only one morepayment left for the year of 2011 – Monday, October 31. Then we will start the NewYear for your 2012 per capita. Here are a few friendly reminders and as always, ifyou have any Per Capita questions please stop by the office located in the Governancecenter across from the Cashiers office. We are open Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. -5 p.m. or callour direct line 562-5222 or (866) 416-2618. Per capita information and forms are available:1) on the community website: www.mygilariver.com, 2) call the Per Capita Office(“PCO”) and we can mail the information to your official Enrollment address, or 3) visitthe PCO.New adult applications: Members turning 18 years old by January 31, 2012 and applyingfor adult per capita, must apply by December 15, 2011 in order to be eligible forthe January 31st payment.Payment Method Change: If you are already receiving PC and want to change theway you receive your payment, you will need to submit a “Payment Method ChangeForm” to change your account number or payment method by the Quarterly Deadline.Please use the proper forms to update your information; do not submit another applicationif you have already been approved for per capita payments. Also note: if you cashyour check at a bank different than your personal bank, you may be accessed a checkcashing fee.Official mailing address and W-9s: We cannot stress the importance of correct andcurrent contact information, in case we have to correspond with you or if your paymentswill be mailed to you directly. All updates to your mailing address need to be completedwith the Enrollment department using the “Address Update Form”. For each update,also submit an updated “IRS W-9 Form” to the PCO showing your most current address.A current W-9 form will: 1) complete your per capita file and 2) validate your socialsecurity number for your annual IRS form 1099. The W-9 form is very simple to fillout - your name, current mailing address, SS#, signature and today’s date.“Power of Attorney for Per Capita Distribution” (POA): The only POA form that is acceptedfor Per Capita Office use is the Gila River POA. The form, if correctly filled out,is only valid for one year from the date it is notarized. The POA must be on file with thePCO 45 days prior to the payout date. So, that means for the October 31st payout date,a valid POA must have been notarized by September 15th.Income verification (recent statements): The PCO does not mail or fax income verificationletters to any department within or outside of the Community. We ask thatmembers show their per capita pay stub or earnings payment statements for incomeverification. It is your responsibility to keep track of your statements to use for incomeverification.Earning Statements: If you receive payment by check, the top portion of your checkis your statement. For direct deposits or a pay card, the statement is mailed to yourofficial Enrollment address. If you are not getting your statements in the mail, again,make sure your official address is current with the Enrollment Dept. The PCO willgladly provide you with a copy of your recent check stub. Stop by the office with avalid picture ID, or call our office and we can mail a copy to your official Enrollmentaddress. When picking up in person, the statement can only be issued to the membernamed on the statement. In other words, we cannot issue statements to family membersor accept notes.Quarterly Per Capita Amount: This amount is calculated and approved by the CommunityTreasurer and the Governor approximately one week prior to the Payment Date.In the prior weeks, updates are made to member accounts per documents submitted byCommunity members and the eligible member lists are finalized. Each quarterly percapita amount will vary, depending on that quarter’s gaming activity and net revenuesassigned for per capita (11% of net gaming revenues).GRIC 1099 Forms for 2011: Per capita payments are considered taxable income.The IRS 1099 form for your 2011 per capita (plus other GRIC payments you may havereceived) will be mailed out to your official mailing address on file with Enrollment byJanuary 31, 2012. So you can file your taxes in a timely manner, please make sure yourmailing address is current.PER CAPITA TRUST ACCOUNTSWe strongly encourage you to submit your request to Providence First Trust as early aspossible in the quarter. This will give Providence a chance to preview your request andnotify you if further information or corrections are needed. You can request a copy ofthe Minor Trust Guidelines brochure from Providence (800) 350-0208 or (480) 282-8812.www.mygilariver.com/percapitaWalt Porter/GRINShareholders attending were automatically entered into a raffle drawing for many prizes likeiPods, laptops, gift cards and an iPad.By Walt PorterGRIN/InternBLACKWATER – On Sept. 22 at the District1 Multipurpose Building, Gila RiverTelecommunications Inc. (GRTI) presentedthe shareholders with a motion that wouldstop the annual meetings in exchange for aprogram to help the elders of the Community.The Community Council would be thenew shareholders.A majority vote from the communityshareholders allowed GRTI to implementthe Elder Concession Program (ECP). Thisprogram would provide every elders 55and older standard telephone line servicefor free.According to Bruce Holdridge, the GeneralManager of GRTI, $15,000 is spent onthe annual event which includes a cateredlunch, raffle prizes, the rental of the halland other expenses.Holdridge said, "It was agreed by the eldersand everyone there that we’re going tostop doing this."Darrell Gerlaugh, member of Gila RiverTelecommunications Board of Directorsmade the reccomendation.The GRTI Board meetings will continueon the last Wednesday of the month at theirheadquarters in Lone Butte. GRTI said theywould be happy to provide lunch for thosewho attend those meetings.One Elder Community member fromBlackwater said he did not favor for themotion and said, “Who would attend thosemeetings that they have?” He stated thathaving shareholder meetings allowed anopen discussion and they could actuallysee who was making the decisions so thatwould not allow finger pointing.“We can still have community meetingsand give an update, same with ElderlyConcerns. There’s other ways for people toget updated on what we’re doing,” BoardmemberGerlaugh said.According to Gerlaugh, the annual shareholdermeetings were for out-of-stateshareholders to discuss numbers and newbusiness.The outside shareholders were bought out,by the Community. However the outdatedbylaws required implementing the annualmeetings which later turned into an annualluncheon for the community members.“We would have 4-6 thousand dollars leftover. We would save money by doing that,”said Gerlaugh.He continued with his hopes that everysingle elder has access to a phone. Andonce they have access to a phone, they willhave access to First Alert for those thatneed that extra assistance.“The gathering, the camaraderie, the interestthat they share is something that reallyneeds to be felt, but the benefits from itare great. The ECP for the seniors is so fantastic!”a first time attendant from D1 said.The ECP is for elders only, GRTI hasn'treached the point of providing everyonewithfree phone service, but they are lookinginto lowering the prices.Be InformedStay Informed!Getting information outone issue at a time.For subscription information, contactThe Communication and Public Affairs Office(520) 562-9715 or www.gilariver.org

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPage 6O'odham Veterans continued from page 1Walt Porter/GRINLeonard Jim, D3, was dressed in his fatigues as were many veterans whoattended the celebration. Jim belongs to the Haskell Osife-Antone Post#51 from Blackwater.Walt Porter/GRINDennis Perkins, D1, is a Vietnam veteran who served in the Navy. Perkinsattends on a yearly basis and said last years celebration was just as goodas this years.from Blackwater. “It’s a goodthing,” he said. “I’m glad the posthas gotten it going. I get to seeclassmates and cousins.”The day started at 5 a.m. witha sunrise blessing and healingceremony for veterans and theirfamilies. Master of Ceremonies,Urban Giff facilitated the program,introducing each presenterand entertainer. At 8 a.m., theprogram officially began withDavid Anderson giving a welcomeaddress, which segued intothe opening prayer, a blessing, theposting of colors and national anthem.Moving through the programveterans were addressed by guestspeakers like GRIC Lt. Governor,Joseph Manuel who thanked theveterans for their dedication andservice to our country. A surplusof DOD equipment, like bootsResponses to Loop 202 concerns continued from page 1Community.Q: What steps have the Executive Office,Community Council, TransportationTechnical Team or the Law Officetaken to up-hold the previous Councilresolutions to protect the Mountain andto refrain from allowing the Loop 202being built on Community land?Q: How can you allow the Communityto make a decision on this issue whenthere have been no facts given to any ofus?A: The TTT presented an update and informationon the Arizona Department ofTransportation (ADOT), Maricopa Associationof Governments (MAG) and theFederal Highways South Mountain Freeway(Loop 202) activities during 16 differentdistrict meetings that would entertainthe request to present. These included 3times at the District 6 Committee meetingand were present at the D6 Loop 202Rally, to the Urban Members Association,at the Elderly Concerns meeting and theCouncil of Elders meeting. During theseoutreach meetings, the TTT provided theADOT’s Loop 202 plan, Governor Rhodes’response to the State and County’s plan requestingcooperation with the Communityto identify ways to mitigate the cultural andenvironmental impacts to their alignment,the State’s and County’s alignment, the alternatealignment identified in GR-05-06,as well as possible impacts to consider.Q: We must question the judgment ofall of our leaders in allowing this vote totake place without a proper EIS reportfrom the state of Arizona.Q: Has there been an environmentalstudy done?A: GRIC’s Department of EnvironmentalQuality, Cultural Resources Departmentand Department of Transportations commentshave been included in the Study’sEnvironmental Impact Statement (EIS);the draft EIS has not yet been released for“public comment.” If there is a proposeddate for release, we may want to discloseit.According to ADOT’s website, “Whenthe Draft Environmental Impact Statementis released to the public, it will detail theoptions considered in the Southwest Valleyand describe the reasons why the 55thAvenue Alternative was selected as the preliminarypreferred option for the WesternSection. The draft report will also detail thePecos Road option being considered in theEastern Section area of the study. If otheroptions become available to study, theprocess will take those into account. Thedraft report also will discuss the "No-BuildAlternative" for the entire South MountainFreeway to examine the effects of not buildingthe freeway as proposed by MAG.The draft report will be made availablefor at least 45 days for the public to reviewand comment. During that comment period,two public hearings will be held onthe contents of the Draft EnvironmentalImpact Statement.From there, the public will have another30-day opportunity to comment on the FinalEnvironmental Impact Statement. Thecomments received during both 45-dayand 30-day comment periods will be usedby ADOT and Federal Highway Administrationin making a final decision regardingthe project. That final decision will bepresented in the Record of Decision byFHWA. ADOT will begin acquiring rightof-wayafter the final decision is made.”Q: How do you all justify forcing usto vote on bringing hazardous cancerouscausing pollutants into our communitywithout telling us their affects or howmuch?Q: How can our community prosperWalt Porter/GRINDirk Kalka, D4, an Army veteran who served in the Korean Conflict, stands next to Urban Giff, D6, Vietnam veteranwho served in the Marines. The annual celebration serves to reunite old friends and family.and fatigues, was also distributedamongst the veterans in attendance.The program hosted a slew ofentertainment from the T’ohonoO’odham Veterans Band andBlack Dog Singers to comedianTeresa Choyugha and the HashanKehk Basket Dancers.To see veterans from far andwide both younger and elder wasan assurance that the Community’scommitment to honor veteranswas solidly intact. Veteransof most every conflict were representedfrom the Korean Conflictand Vietnam to more recent conflictssuch as Desert Storm andthe War in Iraq.It’s important to note that NativeAmericans have always protectedtheir traditional lands and borders.They have always honored theland on which they've lived andwhen we do not have any leadership thatconsiders the health of all of the peoplebefore the wealth of a handful of people?A: The cultural well being and the healthof the members, especially in District 6,was one of the reasons Governor Rhodeswrote to the State requesting Communityparticipation in the decision making processof any transportation route that woulddirectly or indirectly impact the membersof this Community. If GRIC does not havea seat at the table, then our voice will neverbe heard.Q: We are still in the planning stage,therefore, we would like you all to ceaseand desist with manipulating people.The Community has maintained itsneutrality, has NOT committed to anydecisions and has NOT made any agreementsregarding the South MountainFreeway (Loop 202) alignment or anyother alternate alignment. The Communityhas been forthcoming and has providedthe members of Gila River with allthe information that has been affordedthem on this issue.Q: As long as the ADOT web site statesthat "No-Build" is still an option thenstop telling us that the freeway is goingto come whether we like it or not. Whyis the "No Build Option" not being discussed?A: According to ADOT’s website, “thedraft EIS report will discuss the "No-BuildAlternative" for the entire South MountainFreeway to examine the effects of not buildingthe freeway as proposed by MAG.”According to ADOT, the State determinedthat “No-Build” was not an alternative.Inother words, it is ADOT’s position that afreeway shall be built.If the Community has not invested anyfunds into opposing this freeway or evenfrom which they’ve subsisted.It’s no different in this modernera. When our soldiers leave todefend our rights to freedom, it’sthe oft circumstance they are metwith adversity upon their return.The generations of returning veteranshope to change that.Master of Ceremonies, UrbanGiff, D6, spoke to this issue. “Weneed to make sure veterans knowthat people welcome them andappreciate their service. DuringVietnam, soldiers were criticizedduring the war,” Giff said.As a Marine and Vietnam Veteranwith 20 years service to hiscredit, his views are molded byexperience.Events like the O’odham VeteransCelebration are steps towardhealing the wounds and burdensveterans carry through camaraderieand honor.looked into the possibility of fighting forthe lives of our citizens; then how can youall believe there is no way to oppose thefreeway?Q: We would like to request that thepeople be given a fair chance to voice ouropinion and allow the no-build option tobe placed on the ballot.A: During a Special Council meeting held,Saturday October 1, 2011 the CommunityCouncil moved to include “No-Build” asa South Mountain Freeway (Loop 202)alignment ballot option.The Community Council will set a datefor the vote at a later time.Q: Transportation Technical Teammembers to bring all of the informationthat was given to the council (which persuadedCouncil to turn their backs onthe previous Council resolutions) out tothe Districts before any of us are forcedto vote.A: As directed by the Natural ResourcesStanding Committee, the TTT provided allinformation to the Community members at16 different presentations first; the CommunityCouncil has not entertained thepresentation thus far.Q: Are you for the South MountainFreeway on our land, yes or no?Are you for the South Mountain Freewaythrough the mountain, yes or no?A: The TTT is tasked with implementingdirectives from the Executive Office and/or the Community Council, and to provideinformation to the Community andgather input from Community memberson all transportation routes within and thatmay affect the Community. The TTT hasmMaintained a neutral position which iscritical to an unbiased process.

October 2011By Walt PorterGRIN/InternBLACKWATER – On Sept. 28 ArizonaCongressman, Paul Gosar, visited BlackwaterCommunity School for a ‘meet andgreet’ the students. He encouraged them tohave an open mind and imagination.The invitation was offered for CongressmanGosar to hear the students recite theDeclaration of Independence.After the assembly, the congressmanshook the hands of every student in BlackwaterCommunity School. He asked theirname, what they want to become, and remindedthem to smile and keep an openimagination.Gosar made two classroom presentations.EDUCATIONBlackwater Community School gets a visitor from Washington D.C.Walt Porter/GRINFirst grade students from Ms. Erika's class receive high-fives from Congressman Paul Gosar after he read to them a book about a Housemouse and Senate mouse.The first was to Ms. Erika Villerius’ 1stgrade class to read “House Mouse and SenateMouse.” The children asked questionslike, “Where is George Washington?”The second was to Ms. Layla Turner’s 5thgrade class where they had an open discussionabout civics. One student asked,“When will the Gila River get the waterback?” It was evident to the congressmanthat they were learning about critical issues.In 1939, the school was constructed forapproximately 100 children. Now, enrollmenthas quadrupled over the last fouryears. Because of the growing populationin Blackwater, adding new modulars to theschool only makes sense.Jacklyn Power, Blackwater School Principaland Superintendent, Henry Pino, theSchool Board President and Audra Antone,the School Board VP know the hardshipsthey face when asking Congress to fundnew facilities.Due to the summer temps the school haspushed for years to get a new gym. Theywere approved four years ago, howeverthey have been waiting on the funding tocome through.“Our school doesn’t look bad when walkingaround because we keep it looking niceand painted, but it’s falling apart in theinfrastructure and we hope that he will rememberour school,” Power said.One imminent problem is half of the studentsare displaced which means instructiontakes place in separate modulars.Page 8The administration would like to see thatchange because it’s not an ideal learningenvironment.Next month the school is set to add twomore modulars. Currently, the studentshave five different lunch schedules, andthe BIE is adding a modular-like kitchensometime soon. The school has concernsas to how long this will hold up in the longrun.“The school is in dire need of permanentconstruction, because it’s undersized andless than half has permanent construction,”Power said.According to Congressman Gosar’s governmentwebsite, www.gosar.house.gov,he serves on the House Natural ResourcesCommittee which considers legislationabout American energy production, minerallands and mining, fisheries and wildlife,public lands, oceans, Native Americans, irrigationand reclamation.Within the Resources Committee, heserves on the Subcommittee on Indian andAlaska Native Affairs which oversees allmatters regarding Native Americans, includingthe 565 federally recognized tribesand Alaska Native Corporations.Gosar is on the committee that will look ateducational facilities and issues for fundingeducation for school. This is a growingproblem because so many BIE schoolsare in poor condition or are under funded.“We’re one of the highest performing bureauschools in the United States, academically,”Power said.When the school gives testimony in WashingtonD.C. to ask for future funding, theyhope that this “great connection” will helpthe community school.Principal Power said, “I hope that the studentswill remember that they met a congressmanand that they have a voice. Theyare really going to have a voice in what’sgoing to happen to Native Americans in thefuture… they are the future.”Congressman said to a staff member thathe got chills after hearing the students recitethe Declaration of Independence inO’odham.Vah-Ki students learn how the Civil War impacted the CommunityBy Walt Porter, GRIN/InternMake a difference. Volunteer. Become aCourt Appointed Special Advocate.For more information contact the CASA Coordinator at (520) 562-9860CASA BLANCA – Students from SkylineDistrict 5 witnessed a part of their historyduring a Civil War Re-enactment.Social studies teacher, John Rodgers, wasable to get experts on Civil War history, theSons of Confederate Veterans, to provide acommon soldier roll-play for the school.Since the 5th and 7th graders are studyingthe Civil War, Mr. Rodgers thought it wouldbe important for them to understand the significancethe Akimel O’odham had duringthat period.“There’s a lot of history in District 5,” saidRodgers.Rodgers said that the Civil War actuallycame to Casa Blanca in 1862.Rodgers explained that at one time, therewas a flour mill here owned by a man namedAmmi White, who lived among the Community.The Americans called it Whites Mill, whichwas back when the river was flowing. Thecommunity here was considered the breadbasketof Arizona.Mr. White had stored flour and other supplieshere in the Community. The union soldierswere coming here to California from Mexico.The Confederates came up here March 1862.When they found the mill they destroyed it.The captain didn’t want to throw the flouraway so he gave it to the Community. TheConfederates then went on toward Yuma butdidn’t quite make it and ended up travelingback through the Community. In April 1862,a battle took place at Picacho Peak. That wasthe farthest west the Civil War battle had beenfaught and the only battle fought in Arizona.Basically, that was Community property then,Rodgers said.“There is a connection .The idea here wasto teach the student that their history includesthe Civil War. The Civil War was here,” Rodgerssaid.Rodgers would like to collaborate with thestate historical society regarding the JapaneseInternment camps and teach students moreabout them since they were located here inthe Community.Walt Porter/GRINThe Sons of Confederate Veterans gave students at Skyline District 5 examples of daily life asCivil War soldiers and historical significance of the Akimel O’odham during that time.

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPage 9G uk Tash Tribal Members:Thank you for the opportunity tomove forward in the upcomingGeneral Election for Governor. Youhave empowered me to representthe spirit of Gila River everywhere Igo and in everything I do. I humblyappreciate your trust in me.As Lieutenant Governor I have heldthe o ce sacred and have not waveredmy commitment to you, thepeople, in any way.My Boys, my wife Nadine and I livein the village of Gu u Ki next to theGRIC’s Residential Youth Home.Our other two boys are doing wellwith their families. I am a religiousfamily man that supports traditionalfamily values. In 2011, I’ve celebratedover 28 years sobriety.My parents are Lorraine Johnson,daughter of the late Frank Johnsonand Isabel Davis Johnson. My fatheris the late Herman Manuel sonof the late Warren Manuel andEllen Manuel of Sacaton.Tribal Government has left the peoplebehind. We must work togetherto bridge that gap and to communicateand address Community issuesand to continue to provide servicesto the Community. By improvingcommunications, the tribal governmentwill become accountable andtransparent in everything it does. Tobring the wisdom of our elders, thepurity of our young children, and holisticminds of our Community members,we will all move forward in apositive manner. I believe this willpromote trust of the people in theirelected o cials.There is much to do in our Communityand for our Community. All issuesare priority. Youth and Elders,Jobs, Housing, Education, Health,Transportation, Economic Development,Land, Water, Air, Culture andSovereignty must be protected at allcost.I have been preparing myself for thisvery opportunity before me. Myconsistency and dedication to the ofceof Lieutenant Governor has enrichedmy quali cations to take onthis important position of GRIC Governor.I’ve listened to the past Governorsand what they have shared with meduring my venture. Mary Thomasonce told me during an election,“Watch this so you will know howto deliver a campaign message intried times”. I recall her elegantmeans of delivery that day. GovernorDonald Antone told me, “Youhave to be Lt. Governor before youcan take the Governorship”. GovernorThomas White taught me tolisten to both sides of a story beforemaking a decision and would tellme, “I’m going to show you how itis done”. Governor Norris taughtme to always acknowledge theAlmighty God in seeking guidance.I also thank Governor Rhodes andwish him well. I appreciate theseGovernors for their guidance as Ihave always observed their leadership.So at this juncture I have acquiredthe following quali cations, experienceand education to prepare forthis position.I appreciate your vote on November8th, 2011.Experience:Quali cations Present & Former:•Transportation Technical Team – Chair•WHPDA BOD•Lieutenant Governor•GRTI BOD• D3 Councilman•Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona – Secretary/Treasurer•GRICUA BOD•Judge Pro Tempore•GRIC Law Enforcement Commission•Community Manager Operations •National Indian Gaming Association •Four - Rivers Indian Legal Services BOD• TERO Director (TERO Southwest Region Board Member•Education: Menaul Presbyterian HighChairman & TERO National Chairman) •Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport – Vice School 1974 , Bachelor of Science Business•Private Tribal Court Advocate ChairManagement (BSBM)1998 , Mas-•Visiting Judge Indian Country. •GRIC Investment Committee Member ter’s Business Administration (MBA)•Arizona Indian Gaming Association •GRIC – Litigation Team Member 2002.•GRIC Employee Bene t Trust MemberChairJoseph Manuel for GovernorPaid by “Voices of the River” Campaign

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPolitical AdvertismentPage 10Thank you all for your encouraging words--in-person and on-line—and for sharing your concerns andhopes for our Community. Thank you too, for your help in getting my campaign message out. Let us beginthe second half of this awesome journey to inspire Change and Hope for our People .Voting Greg Mendoza for Governor will bring to our People:Awareness• To provide consistent updates to Tribal Departments, Employees,Districts, the Community Council, the Elders, the Youth and UrbanMembers living off the Community.• Provide monthly updates via Gila River News, Tribal Website and SocialMedia. Use technology to communicate status of our Community.• Using forums to develop a community vision for community services.Progress• Working to empower community members by addressing their rightsand responsibilities as community members.• Analyzing and collaborating with employees to improve the delivery ofservices by reviewing policies and implementing these policies, myadministration will better ensure e ective and efficient delivery ofservices to our people.• Encourage community members to help each otherAccountability• Reaching out to community members to understand their concerns andpartner for solutions.• Providing greater transparency and hold management (i.e., thecommunity manager, the division managers, department directors)accountable for services that are planned and budgeted to meet theCommunity’s needs.• Assuring that tribal funds being appropriated are being spentaccordingly and with due diligence.I welcome and encourage you to submit your ideas to improve services for our elders, families and youthvia: Facebook: www.facebook.com/Greg.Mendoza2011 Email: Greg_Mendoza2011@yahoo.comPhone: 480.262.6400. Personal contact is always welcome.I look forward to sharing my message of Change and Hope for our People . The people have spoken and Ihumbly accept your continued support as we move forward to the General Election on November 8.Let Your Voice Be Heard and VoteNovember 8, 2011

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October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPolitical AdvertismentPage 12Tina Notah-Enas for LieutenantGovernorExperience CountsTogether we can make a difference, together wecan take action to ensure resultsAnd Juanita Manuel Lowe of District Four.Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in BusinessManagement and a Master of Arts DegreeDelete text andinsert image here.My name is Tina Notah-Enas, I am fromthe villages of Santan and Stotonic. I residein North Blackwater with my familyAugustine and Krystal Enas. My parentswere the late Lloyd Notah Sr. and LouiseThelma Osife of District Four and my maternalgrandparents were the late HarvierOsifein Organizational Management. ProfessionalCertificates in Human Resources and Hospital/Patient Administration.Experienced: Over 20 years of experience indepartmental administration and operations.Community Volunteerism: I served (10) yearson the Mul-Chu-Tha Fair Committee and volunteeredas a Basketball Coach for SpecialOlympics.WWW.facebook.com/GoTina2012I am knowledgeable about the tribalhistory and establishment of our government.I am also well versed inthe departmental structure of thecommunity. I have worked for anumber of Tribal Administrationsand Tribal Councils.What are the Issues/needsWhat do we do aboutitWhat will be the endresultHuman Resources: Enforce Tribal Preferenceand employ and retain our own.Education: There is a need for new schoolsfor our children. Also vocational programsfor our adult population.Housing: The need to keep moving on theconstruction of new homes. TransitionalHousing is needed to house our homelesspopulation.Property and Supply: Enforce tribal preferencefor Vendors in efforts to promoteour community members that are entrepreneurs.Veterans: There is a need for establishmentof a Veterans Affairs Office.Exercise our right to Tribal Sovereignty .Promote the Career Pathways and Mentorshipprograms.Revisit Capital Projects, plan and determinefunding for new schools to be considered.Look at bringing back on the jobtraining and promote a vocational trainingschool.Continue funding for Housing. RevisitCapital Projects for a Transitional HomeFacility.Exercise our right to Tribal Sovereignty.Enforce the tribal preference business resolution.Revisit Capital Projects, plan and funding.Steady increase in tribal members beinghired. Low turn over rate or communitymembers getting RIF.Children will go to school in a qualitybuilding thus given them a positive environmentto learn. Vocational opportunitiesfor the older adult population willallow job opportunities.Families will benefit from new homes,sub-standard housing is addressed. Wefind placement for our homeless.Community members that have businesseswill prosper and be successful.Veterans needs will be met in terms ofbenefits, medical and housing needs.Not one person can do this alone it will take the help and support ofeveryone, you as the members, the leadership and Council.

October 2011SPORTS/CULTURALPage 13By Walt PorterGRIN/InternSACATON - The Wellness Center is kicking off their fun run series with on Oct. 27 forthe 5 K and 1 mile scary walk on the Trail of Doom which should be another reason torun.Community Outreach Specialist, Jacqueline Allison, said they are going into their 12thyear and hope to continue to get Community members out and progressively reach theirwellness goal.This year they are looking for new props, ideas and volunteers for the event. It’s all ingood fun and an event for the family according to David Yesk, Tribal Recreation from theWellness Center.“At one time we had about 1200 people show up, get at least 900, our numbers are stillup for the Trail of Doom,” said Allison, in reference to the turnout of the Trail of Doomtwo years ago.In the past we have done this event and it has been successful because of support fromHealth Resources and help from recreation, the event will also host different vendors andactivities for everyone.Allison said that the Diabetes Prevention Program funds are used for bib numbers, teeshirts, award items and metals.“It’s really exciting this year and we’re hoping for more participation because it is oursignature event and the kids have a good time,” Yesk said.The main goal is to promote physical activity to the community, especially with an eventlike this, encouraging “Step out. Stop diabetes.”Last year the event had more than 25 different ghouls on the trail, which mainly arevolunteers from the youth council, staff of Genesis Program and the Community.The main focus according to Yesk was to get people to participate in the run series. Thisis just the first one, then the Turkey Trot, and the Jingle Run and others that extending tothe end of July."We’ve started up with competitive 5 K run for those who like to compete in running.There are two age groups 12 and under and 13-60," Yesk said.Responses from the Community admonish the Trail of Doom, because it is very helpful."It has even reduced medication use and helping members bring the weight down toreduce diabetes, it would lower the risk," said Yesk.Allison added, “The goal is getting them out there to do what they can and then later onhelping them to reach their goal of a one mile or two mile, then later a 5K.”This is like their stepping stone to getting conditioned and prepared for the P.F Chang’sRock and Roll Marathon and half marathon. There are a few people from the Communityand employees that have participated in their first marathon after this and continued on.The Gila River Running Club is into their 8th year according to Allison. Getting theCommunity motivated to continue running and include new people and kids to join.At the time there were programs that sponsored different runs for the club, but sincethen there have not been many sponsors to fund them to do that. Now, they have to fundthemselves and have fundraisers to go to different marathons.I’m always glad to see so many participants from the Community come out and join us.We try to have some of the other entities set up booths with information on health.Music is always great, it keeps the people moving and they hope to get Russell Blackwateragain this year to DJ. Allison also said, the Youth Council has been a big help thesideline for the ghouls.Allison is trying to get more runners and walkers together to sign up for ‘The RunAgainst Diabetes’ coming up in Salt River during Native American Recognition Days.“Our goal here is to bring home what they have as the most Community or district participants;so far we brought back eight awards and hope to do that again this year,” saidAllison.All the fun run series are free to the community because of the Diabetes PreventionProgram, same with the run in Salt River.Sacaton is not the only event that is having something similar to this; Komatke alsoholds their annual Deadman’s Walk on Oct. 28 at their service center.For more information visit the Wellness Center for the club.Mountain (Muhadagi)By Randy StoneSouth Mountain is located at the northwesternside of the Gila River Indian Community,in District 6, Komatke, Pima Village.Muhadagi.I am told it has historical significance to thePima because it is one of the many mountainslocated within the exterior boundariesof the Community and regarded as one ofthe guardians of our Community.As well as being a part of our Pima legends,these legends that have been told tome by my family, elders and others fromdistrict-four during my childhood and intomy teenage years. It was told that Muhadagicontains the original maze design,which has become significant and scared tothe Southwestern native tribes.It is told that Elder Brother, Se-eh-ha,lived at Muhadag. According to legend,Se-eh-ha was considered a protector andcouncilor to the people (Pima).At one point Se-eh-ha had returned hometo Muhadagi, where he decided to build anew home that would include winding passages.Se-eh-ha’s decision for the windingpassages was to confuse his enemy if theycame to destroy him. When he finished hisnew home or lodge, he had constructed itlike a labyrinth with the passages leadingto a place he considered safe, at the centerof the maze.According to other legends told to me,Muhadagi was also at one time the home ofthe Eagle Man that raided our villages andtook our livestock to the top of the mountainwhere he used them for food and leftwhatever remained at the top.It was said that the fat from the carcassesmelted and ran down the mountainside.When ever it was a hot and sunny day, andyou would look at Muhadagi. And the sidesof the mountain would look shiny or wet.These are only two of the legends that I’vebeen told, but there are probably others thatrelate to our people and our land. The thingto remember is that native storytellers mayhave different versions of our legends thatrelate to Muhadagi, South Mountain. Thatall legends will be different, but are all relative,but by this I believe it is what makeseach story interesting to the listener. To me,it does, whenever I listen to other storytellersand their version.Legends are told during the winter timeaccording to Hu Hu Kam and culture. Thereference to the legends above is told becauseof cultural significance to SouthMountain of the Akimel O’otham.

October 2011By Roberto A. JacksonCommunity NewspersonGila River Indian NewsNative American Bar Association of Arizona hands out awardsFormer GRIC counsel Steve Heeley presented with NABA-AZ's Member of the Year Award at the Seven GenerationsAwards Dinner at Talking Stick Resort on Sept. 24, 2011.Submitted by Daryl MelvinAILTA BoardRoberto A. Jackson/GRINPHOENIX, AZ - The Arizona Indian Living TreasuresAward (AILTA) committee announces four recipients ofthe 2011 Living Treasures Award. The 2011 AILTA will bepresented to Joseph Joaquin, Tohono O’odham - language/cultural preservation; Chester Kahn, Navajo - painter;Thomas Nahsonhoya, Hopi - traditional weaver; and HerbStevens, San Carlos Apache - fine arts buckskin dress andmoccasin making. Awardees will be honored with a ceremonyon Saturday, October 15, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. in theSteele Auditorium at the Heard Museum in Phoenix.Herb Stevens, director at San Carlos Apache CulturalCenter expressed his surprise upon learning of being arecipient, “It’s such an honor to be recognized for doingSRPMIC- The Native American Bar Association of Arizona(NABA-AZ) held their annual Seven GenerationsAwards Dinner at Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community’sTalking Stick Resort on Sept. 24, 2011. It was anevening to recognize three honorees for exemplary serviceand to raise funds for Native American law students in thestate of Arizona through a silent auction. NABA-AZ isa non-profit organization that was formed in 2007 by asmall group of local Native American attorneys seekingto increase opportunities for Native American lawyers,judges and students, and to promote legal issues pertinentto Native American communities.Awards were given to DNA People’s Legal Services(DNA is an acronym for the Navajo phrase Dinébe’iináNáhiiłna be Agha’diit’ahii which means “attorneys whowork for the economic revitalization of The People”),William Quinn and Steve Heeley, former GRIC AssistantGeneral Counsel.Linda Arnold, President of NABA-AZ, was on hand tohighlight some of NABA-AZ’s activities over the pastyear. She noted that the organization awarded multiplescholarships, held food and toy drives, raised over $8,000at an annual golf fundraiser among other accomplishments.She also thanked all of the sponsors which includedthe Wild Horse Pass Development Authority.SRPMIC President, Diane Enos, welcomed NABA-AZby saying, “We’re honored as a tribe to have you here.”Enos, the first SRPMIC member to become a lawyer, repractice.called her many long hours of study and years ofEnos was likewise pleased to see the audience dashed withyouthful faces. “I am so honored because a lot of you areyoung,” she said.Other speakers included individuals from the State Barof Arizona: John Phelps, CEO/Executive Director and JoeKanefield, President of the State Bar of Arizona.Page 14Phelps said that if people wanted a clear definition of professionalismin the practice of law, “all they have to do islook at the Native American Bar Association for examplesof professional leaders.”Rod Lewis, former GRIC General Counsel, introducedSteve Heeley who received the NABA-AZ Member of theYear Award. Heeley was gracious toward his colleaguesfor the honor and for their charity. “Each and everyonehere tonight—I’d like to thank you for your generosity,”Heeley said.Several members of GRIC Law Office were on handand GRIC General Counsel Linus Everling commentedon Heeley’s tireless work ethic. “It’s just unbelievablehow much stuff he does,” said Everling. Everling alsodescribed the relationship among NABA-AZ members.“This is a very tight knit group of people. You wouldn’tbelieve how many people here have known each other for20, 30 years,” Everling said.The Community Service Award, which is to honor individualsor groups that make an impact in Native communities,was bestowed to DNA People’s Legal Services andaccepted by the law firm’s president, Karl Gillson. DNAPeople’s Legal Services provide direct legal assistance tonearly 4,000 people annually. Gillson said that DNA secured$4.5 million for their clients last year. Their administrativeoffices are located in Window Rock, Ariz.The Lifetime Achievement Award was given to WilliamQuinn, Jr. for his substantial contribution in the area of In-dian Law in Arizona thoughout the course of several years.Quinn specialized in the practice of Indian Law and formerlyworked at SRPMIC. “It marks for me one of themost meaningful and treasured awards I’ve ever received,”said Quinn of his honor.Quinn stated that the turning points and transitions in hiscareer were affected by, “a touch of the creator’s hand.”Sonia Martinez, NABA-AZ Board Secretary and PlanningCommittee Chairperson, concluded the evening by thankingher committee, sponsors and volunteers.Indian land claim cases disscussed at Heard MuseumRoberto A. Jackson/GRINAttorney Arlinda Locklear was invited to the Heard Museumand disscussed fundemental land claim issuesBy Roberto A. JacksonCommunity NewspersonPHOENIX - Noted Indian land rights attorney, ArlindaLocklear delivered a lecture at the Heard Museum’s SteeleAuditorium on Thurs. Oct. 6, 2011. The lecture entitled,“Tribal Land Claims: A Generation of Federal Indian Lawon the Edge,” was framed around the land claims casesbrought against the state of New York by the OneidaIndian Nation.Locklear (Lumbee) used the Oneida land claims cases asa mechanism to explain the overall land issues in whichtribes assert the right to continued possessions of theirlands. Locklear, who in 1985, represented the OneidaTribe of Indians of Wisconsin in Oneida Indian Nation v.County of Oneida, said that the Oneida land claims areof a fundamental importance to Native Americans as thecases spawned several other Indian land claims.Locklear recalled over 200 years of history when theOneida Indian Nation, as a member of a six nationconfederacy, originally possessed six million acres of landin the middle of the state of New York. Locklear detailedthe events that led up to the aggressive land acquisitionpolicy of the state of New York and the multifaceted legalbattles that date from the 1970s to the present day.Locklear, the first Native American female attorneyto testify before the U.S. Supreme Court, appeared atthe Heard Museum as a guest of, “The Simon Ortiz andLabriola Center Lecture on Indigenous Land, Culture,and Community.” These are a series of lectures andpresentations which address a wide range of topics throughthe prism of contemporary indigenous perspectives.When asked about her view on the gaming plans by theTohono O’odham Nation for Glendale, Locklear saidthat she wouldn’t pass judgment and that it is a difficultquestion. “It’s one of those issues where there are equitieson both sides,” Locklear said.“There is a very carefully constructed system in the[gaming] compacts here in Arizona that gives those other[opposing] tribes concerns as to whether that wholesystem will unravel as a result of this additional projectin the event it is developed,” she said.Locklear covered other topics during a Q-and-A sessionincluding the Fort McDowell water settlement, thefederal court system as it relates to being an Indian Lawpractitioner and also the Cobell v. Salazar settlement.The next event for, “The Simon Ortiz and LabriolaCenter Lecture on Indigenous Land, Culture, andCommunity,” will be on March 15, 2012 and featuresculptor Bob Haozous.Arizona Indian Living Treasure Award recipients announcedsomething I love to do. I try to do what I can to teach thetraditional Apache ways of working with buckskin, makingdresses and moccasins needed for ceremonies; it keepsthe traditional Apache culture alive within the ApacheTribal communities.”Howard Sice, board president and founding board memberstates, "The contributions of our native elders and theircommitment to service in retaining traditional art and culturefor all Indian people, is an important calling."Each year, the AILTA's Board honors individuals whodemonstrate a lifetime of achievement in the area of traditionalarts and cultural preservation. AILTA recognizesindividuals who serve their community by sharing theirarts and traditions, and passing them on to the next generation.The Living Treasure Award reinforces the missionof AILTA, which is to encourage the preservation of culturaltraditions and artistic ideals, while providing educationand awareness to the public about American Indianculture. During the ceremony, recipients are honored andpresented with an embroidered Pendleton blanket andplaque.About the Arizona Indian Living Treasure AwardArizona Indian Living Treasure Award, Inc was formed in1988 and recognized Hopi basket maker, Sarah Gashwytewa,the first living treasure recipient. To date AILTAhas recognized 100 Arizona Native American living treasures.Their Web site is: http://www.ailta.ethos7.com/For more information, contact Daryl Melvin, P.E., AILTABoard member at darylmelvin@sprintmail.com or at 928-380-1807.

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPage 15Doomtown at Rawhide is Delightfully EerieBy Mihio ManusManaging EditorAnyone who thinks that zombies,ghouls and ghosts weren’ta part of the old west needsto think again. As a part ofRawhide’s annual Halloweenfestivities, Doomtown has returnedto claim the Wild Westin the name of terror, fright andghoulish splendor.Walking the main drag of therustic town, you will instantlynotice that Rawhide has becomeplagued by zombies andgoblins. Skeletal reapers ridinghorseback have replacedtown marshals. Depending onyour luck, whether it's good orbad, you might catch a glimpseof the Headless Horseman ashe patrols the streets searchingfor victims.But that’s not all there is toDoomtown’s bag of goodies.Each of the town’s theatrestages have fallen under thespells of Halloween and arecertain to keep the audiencespellbound with performancesderived from six feet under.The Legend of the ZombieHunter follows Jack Robertsand his bumbling trainee EusticeMcKenzie as they try tonab a pesky zombie with gunfights,fist fights, and high falls.The show is brought to you bythe Arizona Roughriders.The chillingly delightful Dr.Boris Von Schlock, and his inepthelper Stosh attempt to reanimatethe ghoulish creaturesin Dr. Boris Von Schlock'sTraveling Transylvania TaxidermyTonsorial and Re-animationEmporium.Digger Payne has reigned supremeover Doomtown for wellover a decade, devastating everythingand everyone that layin his path. Not even the gatesof hell have been able to containhis dark power. So whathappens when there is no oneleft worthy to do battle with?Find out when you attend TheDigger Payne Saga: "The Returnof the Prodigal".Each of these attractions buildshorrific momentum, leadingvisitors toward Doomtown’smain attraction, The Nest.Here within the pages of thisnewspaper, we won’t divulgetoo much about what happensinside this particular hauntedhouse. But we can say that youwill be startled and frightened.The full experience takes approximately30 minutes butthere are exits located withinThe Nest where visitors cancatch an early escape if the horrorbecomes overwhelming.However, if you’ve made itthis far, it only makes sense togo the distance.Rawhide will feature Doomtownthrough the end of Octoberand is open to the public fromWed through Sun throughoutthe end of the month. Doomtownis open nightly on theseparticular days from 5pm to11pm. A Doomtown pass costs$15 and will admit you to anyattraction. A single attractioncosts $5. For more informationcheck:www.rawhide.com/doomtown.htmlMihio Manus/GRINIn the spirit of the old west, The Arizona Roughriders unearththeir story of zombie hunting complete with gun fights andshowdowns.Mihio Manus/GRINGRIN secretary, Gina Goodman barely escaped The Nest fullyintact. With ghoulish characters like these, many visitorsleave both shaken and stirred.

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPage 17September 7, 2011 Action Sheets continuedPresenter: Rod TuttleAPPROVED11. Vee Quiva Casino Expansion and LeaseRenewal (Executive Session) (EDSC forwardsto Council with recommendation ofapproval)Presenter: Ron RosierTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDAAddendum to Agenda12. NAHASDA and RHIP ProgramPresenter: Anthony Villareal, Sr.MOTION MADE AND SECOND FORCOMMUNITY COUNCIL TO SUPPORTGOVERNMENT & MANAGEMENTSTANDIN COMMITTEE MOTIONS OFSEPTEMBER 1, 2011, REGARDINGRHIP, NAHASDA, AND OTHERCOMMUNTIY HOUSING PROGRAMS;AND DIRECT LAW OFFICE TO PRE-PARE A RESOLUTION CREATING AHOUSING TASKFORCE TO COMPRISEOF STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIR-PERSONS AND VICECHAIRPERSONS; RESPONSIBLE DE-VELOPING PLANS AND IMPLEMENT-ING G&MSC MOTIONS13. Retaliation/intimidationPresenters: Anthony Villareal, Sr.MOTION MADE AND SECOND THATACTS OF INTIMIDATION BY ELECTEDAND APPOINTED OFFICALS SHALLNOT BE PERMITTED; SUCH ACTS INOPPOSITION OF COMMUNITY’S ETH-ICS ORDINANCE AND WILL BE DELTWITH BY COUNCIL INCLUDING DIS-CIPLINE OR REMOVAL OR OTHERNCESSARY ACTION; ANY INSTANC-ESSHALL BE REPORTED TO THE LEGIS-LATIVE STANDING COMMITTEE FORRECMMENDATION TO COMMUNITYCOUNCILMINUTES1. April 20, 2011 (Regular)APPROVE AS CORRECTEDANNOUNCEMENTS>CONCERN REGARDING THE MIN-UTES EXPRESSED>REMINDER OF THE MUSTERINGDAYS THIS WEEKEND>REMINDER OF THE CANDIDATEFORUM THIS WEEKEND IN DISTRICTONE>REMINDER OF THE G2E DEADLINEADJOURNMENTMEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:05pm* Denotes TABLED from previousmeeting(s)September 21, 2011 Action SheetsACTION SHEETCommunity Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton,Arizona 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729CALL TO ORDERThe Second Regular Monthly Meeting ofthe Community Council held WednesdaySeptember 21, 2011, in the CommunityCouncil Chambers at the Governance Centerin Sacaton, Arizona was called to orderby presiding Chairman Governor WilliamR. Rhodes at 9:00 a.m.INVOCATIONCouncilwoman Annette J. StewartROLL CALLSign-In Sheet CirculatedExecutive Officers Present:Governor William R. RhodesExecutive Officers Absent:Lt. Governor Joseph ManuelCouncil Members Present:D1-Cynthia Antone, Arzie Hogg; D2-JewelWhitman; D3-Dale G. Enos; D4-GregoryMendoza, Christopher Mendoza Jr; D5-Annette Stewart, Janice F. Stewart (9:04),Brenda Roberson, Brian Davis, Sr.; D6-Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, TerranceB. Evans (9:04); D7-Martha MillerCouncil Members Absent:D3-Myron G. Schurz; D4- Jennifer Allison,Barney Enos, Jr.APPROVAL OF AGENDAAPPROVED AS AMENDEDPRESENTATION1. GRTI Check PresentationPresenter: Malcom EschiefMr. Malcom Eschief presented a check inthe amount of $312,000 to CouncilwomanBrenda Robertson. Mr. Eschief expressedwords of gratitude of the Council and Administration’ssupport. Governor WilliamR. Rhodes and various Council membersexpressed words of gratitude.REPORTS*1. Sacaton Middle School Annual ReportPresenter: Philip BondsREPORT HEARD*2. Skyline District 5 School Status ReportPresenters: Rudy Dulfo & Molly Ryan &Carl HillTABLED*3. Health Resources Department – FY10-11 Semi- Annual ReportPresenter: Laverne DallasREPORT HEARDMOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR10- MINUTE BREAKRECONVENED AT 11:36AM4. School Board Coalition ReportPresenter: Michelle LyonsREPORT HEARD5. Casa Blanca Community School 3rdQuarter Allocation ReportPresenter: Eric JamesTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA6. Casa Blanca Community School AnnualReport SY2010/2011Presenter: Eric JamesTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA7. Transportation Update ReportPresenters: Bonnie Lyons & Amish PurditREPORT HEARDMOTION MADE AND SECOND FORLUNCH BREAK UNTIL 2:00PMRECONVENED AT 2:01PM8. Gila River Sand & Gravel’s IndependentAuditors’ Report For Fiscal Year 2010Presenters: Marilyn Mays & Michael MoragoREPORT HEARD9. Urban Members Association QuarterlyReportPresenter: Renee BearhandREPORT HEARD10. Ira H. Hayes American Legion Post 84Activities ReportPresenter: Manuel HernandezREPORT HEARD11. Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc.Monthly Report – July 2011(ExecutiveSession)Presenter: John James & Board of DirectorsMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EN-TER EXECUTIVE SESSIONREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SES-SION12. FY 2011 July 31, 2011 Month End FinancialReports (Executive Session)Presenter: Robert Keller & Mike JacobsREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SES-SIONMOTION MADE AND SECOND TOEXIT EXECUTIVE SESSIONRESOLUTIONS*1. A Resolution Approving The Golf FacilityManagement Agreement BetweenThe Gila River Indian Community AndTroon Golf, LLC To Manage And OperateThe Whirlwind Golf Club In The WildHorse Pass Development Area (EDSCmotioned to forward to Council for approval;contingent upon G&M’s Approval;G&MSC concurs)Presenters: Ron Rosier, Dale Gutenson, &Steve HeeleyAPPROVED*2. A Resolution By The Gila River IndianCommunity Approving And Consenting ToA Grant of Right Of Way Easement WithinA Parcel Of Allotted Land Partially OwnedBy The Gila River Indian Community, ToThe Department Of The Interior, BureauOf Indian Affairs For The Purpose Of Constructing,Operating, Managing And MaintainingA Road Way And Utilities Corridor,Located In District One Of The Gila RiverIndian Reservation And Shown In DrawingNumber 30109-0008AEA-03 (NRSCforwards to Council with recommendationfor approval)Presenters: Calvin Touchin & AntonelliAntonAPPROVED*3. A Resolution Approving An AgreementBetween The Gila River Indian CommunityAnd The New Magma Irrigation AndDrainage District Providing For The DeliveryOf In-lieu Water For Water StorageAt A Groundwater Savings Facility (NRSCforwards to Council with recommendationfor approval; G&MSC concurs)Presenter: Thomas MurphyAPPROVED*4. A Resolution Approving The PetitionFor The Enrollment Of Brandon DeanMorgan Into The Gila River Indian Community(LSC forwards to Council withrecommendation for approval) Presenter:Gwen ThomasTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA5. A Resolution Delegating to the EconomicDevelopment Standing Committee of theGilaRiver Indian Community Council AuthoritytoApprove Lease Compliance Actions onBehalf ofthe Community Council, Including AuthoritytoApprove Settlement Agreements with Lessees,toWaive Lessee Defaults or Breaches, to ApproveAmendments to, or Extensions of, ExistingLeases of Community Land, and to ApproveNewLeases to Replace Expired Leases of CommunityLand (NRSC concurs with EDSC to forwardtoCouncil with recommendation for approval;G&MSC concurs)Presenters: Ron Rosier & Steve HeeleyAPPROVED6. A Resolution Approving a MemorandumofAgreement between the Gila River IndianCommunity and Lonesome Valley FarmsofCoolidge, Arizona, for the Installation of aCertainIrrigation Turnout at Lonesome ValleyFarms’Expense on SCIP Canal 4 along the PimaLateralCanal West of the City of Coolidge, Arizona(NRSC forwards to Council with recommendationfor approval; G&MSC concurs)Presenter: David DeJongAPPROVED7. A Resolution Approving an IntergovernmentalAgreement between the Gila River IndianCommunity and the City of Coolidge, Arizona,toAuthorize the Pima-Maricopa IrrigationProject toConstruct a Replacement Bridge at SkousenRoad with a Maximum Pima-Maricopa IrrigationProject Contribution of $100,000.00(NRSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval; G&MSC concurs)Presenter: David DeJongAPPROVED8. A Resolution Authorizing And ApprovingTheU.S. Department Of Justice FY2011 OfficeOfCommunity Oriented PolicingServices(COPS)Hiring Grant Application (LSC forwardstoCouncil with recommendation for approval)Presenter: Amanda SwinehartTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA9. A Resolution Authorizing And ApprovingTheU.S. Department Of Justice Office Of JusticePrograms’ (OJP) Edward Byrne MemorialJusticeAssistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2011LocalSolicitation Application (LSC forwards toCouncilwith recommendation for approval)Presenter: Amanda SwinehartTABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA10. A Resolution Authorizing And ApprovingAn Interest-Free Short-Term LoanTo The Ira H. Hayes Memorial AppliedLearning Center, Inc., A Gila River CommunityAlternative School Of Education(G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendationfor approval)Presenters: Robert Keller & Lorinda RoesselAPPROVED11. A Resolution Approving ModificationNo. 2 ToThe Gila River Indian Community OperatingBudget For Fiscal Year 2011 (G&MSC forwardsto Council with recommendation for approval)Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED12. A Resolution Authorizing And ApprovingTheTermination Of A Deceased Beneficiary’sPerCapita Trust Account And Direct DistributionOfTrust Assets To Certain Survivors(G&MSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval)Presenters: Robert Keller & Lorinda RoesselAPPROVED13. A Resolution Approving The Gila RiverIndianCommunity Internal Audit Department’sAnnualAudit Plan For Fiscal Year 2012 (G&MSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval)Presenters: Penni McCabe & RobertKellerAPPROVED14. A Resolution Approving And AuthorizingAmendment #2 To The October 1, 2010Agreement Between The Gila River IndianCommunity,And Akin, Gump, StraussHauer &Feld, LLP For Fiscal Year 2011 (G&MSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval)Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyAPPROVED15. A Resolution Approving and AuthorizingAnAgreement Between The Gila River IndianCommunity And Gookin Hydrology, PLCForFiscal Year 2012 (G&MSC forwards toCouncilwith recommendation for approval)Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyAPPROVED16. A Resolution Approving and AuthorizingAnAgreement Between The Gila River IndianCommunity And Hardee Consulting ForFiscalYear 2012 (G&MSC forwards to Councilwithrecommendation for approval)Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyAPPROVED17. A Resolution Approving and AuthorizingAnAgreement Between The Gila River IndianCommunity And Franzoy Consulting, Inc.ForFiscal Year 2012 (G&MSC forwards toCouncilwith recommendation for approval)Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyAPPROVED18. A Resolution Approving and AuthorizingAnAgreement Between The Gila River IndianCommunity And Peter Mock GroundwaterConsulting, Inc. For Fiscal Year 2012(G&MSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval)

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsSeptember 21, 2011 Action Sheets continuedCSD Employee of the yearPage 18Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyAPPROVED19. A Resolution Approving The Gila RiverIndianCommunity Gaming Internal Audit Department’sAnnual Audit Plan For Fiscal Year 2012(G&MSCforwards to Council with recommendationforapproval)Presenters: Robert Keller & Robert RussinAPPROVED20. A Resolution Establishing A CommunityHousing Task Force To Oversee TheDepartment Of Community Housing AndTheAdministration Of The Native HousingAssistanceAnd Self-Determination Act Program, TheResidential Housing Improvement Program,AndThe Home Benefit Program, And To DevelopAnd Implement A Plan To More EffectivelyAndEfficiently Provide Housing To CommunityMembers (G&MSC forwards to Councilwithrecommendation for approval)Presenter: Ron RosierAPPROVEDORDINANCESUNFINISHED BUSINESS1. Spring Training Report (EDSC forwardsto Council with memos)Presenter: Dale Gutenson & Steve HeeleyREPORT ACCEPTED2. Department Of Community HousingMonthly Report – August 2011 (G&MSforwards to Council under UnfinishedBusiness)Presenter: Nellie GilmoreREPORT HEARDNEW BUSINESS*1. Ira H. Hayes High School SY2011/2012Written Plan (ESC forwards to Councilwith recommendation for approval)Presenter: Wendy OngAPPROVED*2. Vee Quiva Casino Expansion and LeaseRenewal (Executive Session) (G&MSC100%concurs with EDSC and forwards to Councilin Executive Session with recommendationfor approval and support of the threeitems on Page (3) of the memo)Presenter: Ron RosierMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO AP-PROVE AND SUPPORT THE 3 ITEMSIN THE AKIN GUMP, AUGUST 9, 2011MEMORANDUM3. Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East ValleyGila River MOA & Letter (G&MSC forwardsto Council)Presenters: Branch Board of & DirectorsMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EX-TEND BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THEEAST VALLEY’S MOA FOR A TERMOF ONE YEAR4. Law Office Division (Executive Session)(G&MSC forwards to Council in ExecutiveSession with recommendation forapproval)Presenters: Linus Everling & Tom MurphyMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO TA-BLE AND SEND BACK TO LEGISLA-TIVE STANDING COMMITTEE5. GRIC Revenue/Internal Audit FY 2011ThirdQuarter Report (Executive Session)(G&MSCforwards to Council in Executive Sessionwithrecommendation to accept report)Presenters: Penni McCabe & RobertKellerMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO AC-CEPT THE REPORTMINUTES1. May 4, 2011 (Regular)APPROVED WITH CHANGESANNOUNCEMENTS>MR. DEAN SCHURZ TO LIEN INSTATE ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER22, 2011>GTI SHAERHOLDRES MEETINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2011>G&M RECONVENING ON MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 26, 2011 REGARDINGTHE COMMUNITY BUDGETADJOURNMENTMEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:53pm* Denotes TABLED from previousmeeting(s)CROSSROADS AUTO CENTER1026 N PINALCASA GRANDE, AZ 85122520-836-2112Across from FIRST AMERICAN CREDIT UNIONGuaranteedCredit ApprovalNATIVE FRIENDLYSTARTS AT $99 DOWN @3.9 % O.A.C.Francisco Anselmo, D2, was awarded theCommunity Service Department’s (CSD)2011 Employee of the Year award at CSD’sEmployee Recognition Assembly held atthe D1 Multipurpose Building on Fri, Sept.23.Anselmo is an HVAC technician and wasone of three finalists who included ColinFrancisco, D6, and Cynthia Gonzalez, D7.CSD Director, Jose Solarez thanked theemployees at the assembly for the servicesthey provide to the Community. “You’redoing a tremendous job,” he said.Employees received appreciation awardsin many categories like: Above and Beyondaward, Positive Attitude award, CustomerService award, etc.Fun awards were also given like: ProjectRunway award, Iron Chef award andFunniest Laugh award to name a few.The assembly also included team buildingactivities where teams were formedaccording to costumes they were assignedto wear.All Cars have aFULLWARRANTYfor2 YEARS.For instant approvalCall 520-836-2112 or Visit us at:WWW.CROSSROADSAUTO.ORGWith this ad get aFree $10 gas cardafter test drive and c/a

October 2011Gila River Indian NewsPage 19Special Saturday Clinics Are Now Offered atHu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital!Sacaton, Arizona (September 27, 2011) Gila RiverHealth Care is proud to announce that Dentalappointments are being scheduled for Saturdayappointments beginning October 1, 2011, at Hu HuKam Memorial Hospital. This will be the rst medental appointments can be scheduled on a Saturday,so the next few weeks will be me to monitor,evaluate, and adjust the schedules to ensure theservice provided meets our quality standards andthe expectaons of paents that are scheduled.During the 2012 scal year (FY), feasibility reviewswill be conducted to examine how dental appointmentscan be extended at the Komatke HealthCenter.As of September 2011, the Dental Department atHu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital and the KomatkeHealth Center were opened Monday throughFriday, with extended hours of operaons from8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The ability to provide moreavailability of appointment mes to be scheduledon Saturday at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital is oneway increased access to dental services for theCommunity is being implemented.A major challenge faced by the health care organizaonis to address the physical space limitaons inthe dental departments, which is a similar dilemmafaced by many other departments at Hu Hu KamMemorial Hospital. The addion of more dentalappointments on Saturdays at the Hu Hu Kamcampus is a strategy to address the immediatedemand for appointments, with the expectaon ofdeveloping permanent plans to create more treatmentspace for dental paents in FY2012 andFY2013.At this me, there are nine (9) “operatories” (dentalchair staons) at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital,and each day they are in full use. The average waitme to secure an appointment in the DentalDepartment has been over one month, whichstarkly reects that the demand for dental servicesis outpacing the department’s ability because ofthe limits in space. This unfavorable experience oflimited access to appointments has led to paentfrustraons as well as a high level of concern bydental providers and staff not being able to providemely care for vulnerable paents.The ability to increase access for paent care in thedental department impacts various areas of thebusiness and had to be well planned and coordinated.The determinaon of staff needs whichincluded the Denst, Dental Assistance, InfeconControl Technician, Paent Registraon, Laboratoryfees, dental supplies, and addional operaonscosts had to be accounted for in order for thedepartment to meet the operaonal expectaonsof Gila River Health Care. Our mission is to providehigh-quality health care to our paents that alignwith the applicaon of “best pracces” based onsound nancial applicaons.The improvements being implemented in theDental Department is only the next step of manychanges being planned at Gila River Health Care.Our vision is to work toward connually looking atways that will help improve the health status of thecommunies we serve!Sacaton, Arizona (September 26, 2011) In thecoming weeks, beginning in October of 2011,paents and their families will begin to see andhear discussions on the room change congura-ons and the movement of various departments atHu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital, as it begins toimplement the pre-planning and re-modelingphases of the HUD Red Flag Projects (HUD I). Overthe past year, Gila River Health Care’s key managementpersonnel and its Building Services Departmentnalized the specics and receipt of the HUDgrant award dollars, as well as the selecon of thearchitect rm, Orcu / Winslow of Phoenix,Arizona.Remodeling and Improvement Efforts have begunat Hu Hu Kam Memorial HospitalThe months of September through October willbegin the rst phase of the construcon process,which was the schemac design process. Thesecond phase, the Design process, is scheduled totake place during the laer part of October throughNovember of 2011. Phases three and four, whichinclude the construcon document review, GRICreview, bid procurement, and quality review willtake place from November of 2011 through February2012. Based on the ancipated approvedcompleon design, the construcon and remodelphase will begin in February with an esmated projectcloseout of October 2012.As you can see, the renovaons of Hu Hu KamMemorial Hospital is an intensive process thatrequires numerous collaborave efforts amongGRHC Building Services, various GRHC departments,the architecture rm, and the Gila RiverIndian Community. The project will affect andimprove the delivery of services in the followingareas: Front Entry /Lobby areas, Paent Registra-on areas, Benets Coordinaon Services areas,front Public Restrooms, Pharmacy, Laboratory,Medical Records area, reconguraon of the EnvironmentalServices area, Materials Managementareas, Employee Health Department, and an expansionof the Dietary area.Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital was originally built in1988. As such, over the past years the leadership ofGRHC has recognized that remodeling and improvementsin key service delivery areas must be completedto provide the service levels expected of theCommunity. Gila River Health Care expects theimprovements to accomplish the following goalsand objecves: improve the quality of health careservices at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital; reduceenergy usage and enhance green development;expand the square footage of the outpaent registraonarea and remodel the lobby in the outpa-ent department to decrease wait mes, provideaddional seang, and improve paent sasfac-on; and create construcon jobs and employmentof Community members.As this project progresses, updates will be providedto the Community, and paents will begin to visuallysee changes in hallways and service areas. Secondly,a new HUD Grant was awarded to GRHC thisSeptember, which will bring more improvementsand expansion to health care service areas. Detailson this project will be shared in upcoming arcles.Gila River Health Care is poised to connually worktoward improving the health care delivery systemsfor the paents and their families!Komatke Health Center17487 South Healthcare DriveLaveen, Az 85339Phone: 520-550-6000Fax: 520-550-6033Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital483 West Seed Farm RoadP.O. Box 38Sacaton, AZ 85147Phone: 520-562-3321Fax: 602-528-1240Ak Chin Health Clinic48203 West Farrell RoadMaricopa, AZ 85239Phone: 520-568-3881Fax: 520-568-3884

October 2011PUBLIC NOTICES SECTIONPage 20OCTOBER 29TH, 2011 | D3 BALL FIELDS | 5 PM - 11 PM5:00-8:00pm Activity/ Info Booths5:00-7:00pm Halloween Movie5:30pm Sign up 15 Families for Pumpkin Carving Contest6:00pm Competition Begins for Pumpkin Carving6:00-8:00pm Wagon Scare Ride7:30 pm Judging of the Pumpkinsafter judging, Costume Contest begins8:00-11pm Band StartsFor more information contact D3 Rec - 520.562.2706 | 562.2724 | 562.2710 - Hours: M - F 8am -5pm