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Maricopa, Arizona Volume XXV, Issue 19 October 7 - 20 , 2011The Apache Crown Dancers give a great performance as spectators look on duringthe annual Native American Day Recognition Celebration at Milton “Paul”Antone Memorial Park.Ak-Chin NARD CelebrationStory & Photo by R. MiguelFor those who participated orttended the annual Native Americanecognition Day (NARD) at MiltonPaul” Antone Memorial Park, theyere treated to great weather ascattered clouds throughout the day keptemperatures cool.Early Saturday morning, as motoristsade their way down Farrell road,oung children could be seen joggingr sprinting, while older adults enjoyedheir own pace as they made their wayo the park. Upon arrival, participantsnjoyed a continental breakfast andlenty of drinks to help quench theirhirst.Following a blessing dance by Ediguel and the Matachina dancers,ix children immediately lined up toarticipate in the pie eating contest.fter two minutes of giving their best atuickly downing a coconut cream pie,trio from Ak-Chin placed in the tophree. Winners were; Katie Kemp (1 st ),Jilayne Miguel (2 nd ), and Kevin Villegas(3 rd ). Each received gift cards from thek-Chin Him-Dak.The first performers of the day werethe Apache Crown Dancers, led by ArvisDosela. The group featured female familymembers who together with Arvis, toldstories of their culture, tradition, andthe meaning of their dance routines.Following the first presentation of theirperformance, the Crown Dancers wereintroduced and immediately performeddances to the sing of Dosela. As theCrown Dancers performed, spectatorsin the crowd looked on with amazementand appreciation for each performance.Following their routine, the crowd gavethe group a round of applause.Young female dancers from the SaltRiver Pima Maricopa Traditional Dancegroup also gave a great performance asthey used basketry in their routines. Thegroup also showcased a number of otherdances that depicted their culture andtraditions.Culpolli Teoxicalli & GrupoXochipilli Centeotl-Aztec Dancers fromTucson were the final performers of theday. The group’s dance routines featureda conch, drums, and traditional Aztecapparel and head gear as they dancedand jumped to the beat of the drums.The group was a first time performanceat any Ak-Chin Him-Dak or NARDcelebration. Ak-Chin spectators gavethem a roar of approval following theirroutine.Throughout the day, visitors enjoyedplenty of food booths whose dishesincluded; fry bread, tamales, menudo,breakfast burritos, drinks, and othergoods. Demonstrators that included; Ak-Chin’s Sally Antone, Tohono O’odham’sBernice Monte, and Gila River’s WayneNarcia, Sr.; showcased their talents withbasketry and pottery painting work.Information booths who were set upthroughout the day included; Ak-ChinHealth Education, Ak-Chin Prosecutor’sOffice, Pinal County Recorder VoterRegistration, Ak-Chin Peer Leadership,Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino & Resort,H.D.S. Program, and Ivy Bridge Collegeof Tiffin.Following activities, winners ofthe run/walk were recognized, whichinclude; Isaiah Osife (1 st ), Kalvin VanSickle (2 nd ), and Jonathan Lopez (3 rd ).Also recognized was Joseph Smithcontinued on page 9Prescott Best Fest hosts largestcelebration in Arizona historyWhat do you get when you combinegreat hospitality, personalities andperformers from some of Arizona’s bestNatives, Hispanics and Westerners all inthe same town? Arizona’s Best Fest atPrescott, of course!The first of three Best Fest events,kicked-off in high gear September 16-18, at downtown Prescott. Those luckyenough to find a hotel in the sold outPrescott Valley that weekend, were notdisappointed with the line up of sightsand sounds offered for this venue.The Native American Village, atMile High Middle School’s footballfield, may have been a bit off the mainstreet, but the location was an excellentspot to set up replica homesteads inorder to provide an in-depth look atthe lifestyles of Arizona’s Natives. Inaddition, representation from at least15 of the 22 Arizona tribal villages hadample room to showcase their culture,traditional arts, food demonstrators andvendors, as well as a tent to house tribaleconomic exhibits.The main stage was set in themiddle of the field and offered dailyperformances. Our Ak-Chin Ba’banKehina Dance group had a very busyschedule, splitting time performing onthe main stage and then in the O’odhamvillage as well. Carole Lopez, headsinger for the group had this to say aboutthe girls. “They did a fantastic job andThe Escaramuza Florecita Del Desierto group showcased a combination of colorfulwardrobe and precise movements as they performed on their horses.Page 2Page 3Page 4Page 5Page 7INSIDE THIS ISSUEWishesElder NewsCommunity MeetingCommunity GatheringLibrary Newsdidn’t complain at all and they workedtogether as a group.”The O’odham Village received muchpraise as well for its set up and amenities.Although food was not available tosample, the Ak-Chin information boothhad an array of traditional O’odhamfoods on display. Many visitors askedquestions on how to cook, pick and storethe foods, which included; white teparybeans, mesquite beans, saguaro fruit andcholla buds.The Best Fest provided a very wellrounded entertainment schedule, as theHispanic Village area provided culturallyenriched performances of music anddance. Moreover, the downtown area ofPrescott provided the ideal backdrop fora real live Western town, complete withshoot outs and gold panning.Other attractions included museumpop-ups celebrating Arizona’s historyand natural resources; Arizona filmfestival and storytelling. The MilitaryStage displayed a mini version of theUSS Arizona. There was also a Familyfun zone, food court, beer and winetasting. The Arizona Stage was lit upby Jordin Sparks on Saturday night andwinded down to the cool tunes of WayneNewton, Sunday afternoon.The next Best Fest locations anddates are Tucson (January 20-22, 2012)and Phoenix (February 10-12, 2012). Tolearn more, visit www.az100years.org.Page 9Page 10Page 11Page 14Page 15NARD/Indian VillageMHS SportsDepartment UpdatesOther NewsHarrah’s

2 October 7 - 20, 20112Happy Birthday to our Uncle DouglasWant to wish you a big birthday onyour special day. We are proud to haveyou as our uncle even though you aregetting old and slower. Haha (JK)But we still love you always.Love, Kris, Biscuit and TommyHappy Birthday to Isaiah A. PetersI want to wish you a veryHappy 9 th Birthday.I hope you enjoy your special daywith the ones you love and always bethankful for what you have. Remember,I’m always thinking about you and with everyyear that comes…. You makeme prouderand prouder of you. Keep up the goodwork in school and always do your best ateverything… never give up and learn fromyour mistakes. Listen to your mom and“always…. look after you sister.” Just knowthatI’m proud of you and my best ofwishes are with you. Happy Birthday,Lil Man…. Smile, Laugh and Enjoy. ( :Love & Miss You Always,Your Daddy SonnyHappy Birthday to aGood Friend, Diana R.I would like to wish you a Happy Birthdayand may all your wishes come true.You know, I wish nothing buthappiness for you and always remembernever take anything in life for granted“Happy Birthday”.Much Love & Respect Always,Your Good Friend SonnyBABY GABRIEL!HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY!OCTOBER 4OUR LITTLE ANGEL, BABY GABRIEL!WHAT A YEAR!When I first seen you in the incubator,I fell in love! Not knowing the outcome,weighing at 1 lb. 6 oz., but I neededto be with you. You always knewwhen Grandma was there, whileI whispered to you when you weresleeping. The smile you gave me whenyou woke up and seen me sitting atyour bedside. That was all the strengthI needed to know you were a fighter! Weare so very blessed to have you inour lives! We all love you so much!GRANDMA, GRANDPA, BUTTERS,KERMIE, JOSEPH, BRIANNE,DEREK, ETHAN AND MATTYHappy Birthday to Diana and KristinaWe hope you both enjoy your special days.Bob and Waylon had planned on a specialguest appearance by “You Know Who”,unfortunately he is currently on tour. So,guess you’ll both have to settle for the“Predator” and the “Shark”! ☺From: Bob, Jessica, Raychel and WaylonHappy Belated Birthday to BobWe have no idea how we could havepossibly overlooked your wish, afterall the hints and reminders for thepast 9 months. We figured your day off,lunch and special gifts were enough.Obviously not! So, Happy Birthday to theoldest man in the building – hope youenjoyed being pampered you big baby-cry!From: Diana, Jessica, Kristina,Raychel and WaylonHappy Birthday WishesHappy Birthday Mamma & Grandma,We all love you sooo much and wantto wish you all the best. May GodBless You with health, strengthand all that you deserve.Baby, Sami, Sister, Isaacand Gordee xoxoxoxoxHappy Birthday Aunt Liz,May God Bless You and keep you strong.From your Favorite Niece, VerlandaHappy 6th B-day to our little Emily Bubs!You are one awesome sweet little girland we can't believe how fast you aregrowing up! Enjoy your special day andremember we all love you very much!Daddy, Mommy, Pines, Chunker,Kiki and Baby KikiHappy Birthday 2 U Ramiero A.You have a good one, God BlessYou and Your FamilyLove you all, your MomHappy Birthday “To Baby Sonny Peters”Just want to let you know that you arealways thought of. But you are justgetting big, you and your sister. Hopeyou have a great Birthday. Hope you get whatyou want. We love you & your sister. Wepray for you that you guys have agreat life as you grow up, your dadloves you too & misses you, rememberhe is always in your heart. So, are we.We love you always and miss you.Love Grandma, Marina &your Aunties & UnclesHappy Birthday “Handsome Biscuit”We love you very much. Slow down on tryingto grow up fast. You are still my baby.Love Mom, Daddy (Norman) & the KidsHappy Birthday IsaiahWe want to wish a very specialand wonderful boy a Very Happy andJoyful Birthday with lots of Love. We arevery proud of you and all the achievementsthat you have accomplished in schooland in life. Enjoy your Birthday :o)Love, Mommy & CubbyHappy Birthday IsaiahHope you have a great and fun birthdaybrother I love you, you’re the best :o)Love, KaylanHappy Birthday DianaTo the most caring, lovable, precious,sweet, beautiful love of my life.My lovely wife I want to wish you avery Happy and Joyful Birthday.May your day be filled with love andhappiness, fun and memories; youdeserve nothing but the best.I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART.Love your husband, CubbyHappy Birthday MommyWe love you with all our hearts you’re thebest Mommy :o) Hugs and KissesLove Isaiah and KaylanHappy Birthday to Emily –my little brown girlI miss you very much and hope youhave a happy birthday. You will alwaysbe Taa-Taa’s little baby girl.Love you, Taa-TaaHappy Birthday to our niece EmilyOur beautiful baby girl is getting big.We want to wish you a veryhappy birthday.Love, Uncle Babas,Uncle Jayboo and IoneHappy 6 th Birthday to Emily MelissaMy little baby girl I want to wish youa very happy birthday and I hope youget everything you want.I love you, GrandmaHappy Birthday to my granddaughterAndrea, grandson James, greatgranddaughterEmily andgreat-grandson IsaiahLove, GrandmaHappy Birthday Alice & Zach!!We hope you two enjoy your specialdays and your party. We knowyou’llboth get what you wantHappy Birthday!!Love Stippy & your brothersHappy Birthday to our little brother Zach!!Hope you have fun & this time the cake,birthday song, and presents are all yours.You know we’ll always be herefor you. We love you.Love-Alice, Stippy, & your brothersHappy Birthday Alyssa & ZacharyYou two are growing up so fast.Have fun & enjoy your special day.Love-Mom & DadHappy 3rd birthday Zach(aka “Tex”)You’re starting to be a handfull now.Thanks for being my ranch hand. Gladyou like your gift & have fun riding“Buddy”-Happy Birthday from RTCongratulations Alyssaon your scholarship award!We are all very proud of you.Keep up the good work and continue topush and challenge yourself. Stay focusedon the goals you have set for yourself.You know we are always here for you.This is only the beginning for you-you have abright future ahead of you. We love you!!Love, Mom, Dad & all your familyNewspaperof theAk-Chin Indian Community©201116600 N. 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3 October 7 - 20, 20113Salt River Men’s Group visit Him-Dak and Elder CenterStory and photo by Kris MoragoIt is in our O’odham Him-Dakto welcome visitors and give themsomething to eat. On Wednesday,September 14th, both the Ak-Chin Him-Dak EcoMuseum and Ak-Chin ElderCenter shared the honor of hosting theSalt River Men’s Group from Scottsdale,AZ.Accompanied by a volunteer, andtwo van drivers, the group of sevenSalt River elders began their visit at themuseum. There, museum staff membersJulene Narcia and Sylvia Gutierrezprovided a tour. Narcia shared that thegroup was, “very courteous and hadmany questions concerning the people.The main topic on everyone’s mind waswhere Terry Enos lived, and what hewas up to these days? The men asked forcertain members of the tribe and sharedhow they knew each person. Many wereinterested in the CAP (Central ArizonaProject) and how the water affects Ak-Chin.”Leaving the museum, the groupmoved to the Elder Center and waswelcomed by Ak-Chin Elders andAILTA requesting ornamentsThe Arizona Indian LivingTreasures Association is seekingthe creativity of tribes andartists by the way of Christmasornaments for this year’s Festivalof Trees event in Sedona, whichwill be held from November 25thto December 4, 2011.AILTA is sponsoring aChristmas tree, which will bedecorated with the donatedornaments, and auctioned offduring the event, with proceedsto benefit AILTA. AILTA haspreviously sponsored up to 4and 5 trees in past festivals, anddepending on the amount ofdonated ornaments, it may bepossible to have just as many treesthis year.“Tlaquepaque Arts and CraftsVillage sponsors this activity for nonprofitorganizations, to raise fundsand operating monies,” said HowardSice. “We are a small organization andeveryone is a volunteer, so this is a bigthing for us. Ornaments should reflecttribal culture and have the name of thestaff. After a tour of the Elder Center,everyone gathered in the dining area forlunch. Each table had a mix of both SaltRiver and Ak-Chin elders and everyoneenjoyed a meal of red chili stew, potatosalad, popovers and apple crisp fordessert.Councilman Terry Enos, the personthat was most asked for at the museum,joined the lunch and welcomed thegroup to Ak-Chin. In his remarks, heshared his family lineage that has tiesto the Salt River Pima-Maricopa IndianCommunity.Volunteer Rhonda Johnson alsospoke, sharing the history of theMen’s Group. A student at ArizonaState University majoring in TourismDevelopment, Johnson helped organizethe group back in December 2010. Sincethat time, the group has traveled andparticipated in various events that thegroup is interested in, whether it is a tripto a museum or neighboring reservation,a sporting event, or fun activity such asbowling or making crafts.When it was time for groupartist and an explanation of the design ifpossible,” he added.All ornaments are asked to be sentto: AILTA c/o Howard Sice, 10200 N.Avra Vista Dr. Marana, AZ. 85653. Theornaments need to be received no laterthan Tuesday, November 15th.Salt River Elders Arnold Eschief (left) and Maynard Andrews (center) enjoylunch with Ak-Chin Councilman Terry Enos (right).introductions, it was virtuallyexperiencing a part of living historyof Salt River. Arnold Eschief sharedhow he was born and raised in SaltRiver identifying his Imik. MaynardAndrews introduced himself next, andwe learned that he is known for makingrope baskets. Elmer Ray described histalents of painting gourds, as well ashis musical talents. A saxophone player,Ray has performed with several chickenscratch bands, Elvin Kelly y Los Reyesand the Verton Jackson Combo bands.Traditional singer Earl Ray wasintroduced next. Ray released an 11song CD entitled, “Traditional Songs ofthe Salt River Pima,” in 2005 and waslater nominated for a Native AmericanMusic Award (NAMMY).Joseph James (Antone) was next,sharing memories of his time in theservice. James was honored back inMarch during the Salt River Veteran’sPow-Wow. Carlton Abel, who wasElder News BriefsElders will be playing chairvolleyball at the Elder Center on Fridaysin October at 9 am.A fishing trip to Canyon Lake isplanned for the Elders for October14th.The next Caregiver Support Groupmeeting is scheduled at the Elder Centeron October 19th at 10 am with a specialsitting among his relatives, thankedthe Elder Center for hosting the group.Danny Harvier spoke last, sharing howhe attended the (Phoenix) Indian Schooland worked at the Salt River casinobefore his retirement.Learning that both groups share aninterest in bowling and fishing, the Ak-Chin Elders challenged the Salt Rivergroup to a bowling game sometime in thefuture. There are plans for both groupsto get together again for an activity,possibly in November or December.Serving as an assistant for the groupwas Michael Dallas, Senior CenterLead Transportation driver, and LupeMariscales who was the group’s driverthat day.The Salt River Men’s Group meetsevery Monday and Wednesday from 10am – 11:30 am at the Salt River SeniorCenter. For more information on thegroup, please call the Salt River SeniorCenter at (480)362-6350.caregiver lunch to follow.Elders are selling their beautifulhandmade wreaths for All Souls Day.All wreaths, large and small, are $5.00.Elders will be going on a weekendtrip to Laughlin October 22 and 23.Harrah’s will be hosting theirbarbeque at the Elder Center onWednesday, October 12th.Friday, October 7Red pork pozoleroll, cherry crispFriday, October 14Indian Tacos, lettuce,tomatoes, cheesemandarin orangesMonday, October 10Tuna noodle casserolemixed vegetables, breadpineapplesTuesday, October 11Beef vegetable soup,corn bread, grapesWednesday, October 12Harrah’s BBQThursday, October 13Chicken and rice,broccoli, chumath,tropical fruitMonday, October 17Fried chicken, cole slaw,mashed potatoes, cherrycobblerTuesday, October 18Pizza, salad, brownies,lemon cakeWednesday, October 19Green chili stew, corn,biscuits, bread puddingThursday, October 20Turkey pasta, peas,crackers, peaches

4 October 7 - 20, 20114John Janzen, Geographic Information Sepcialist, gives a presentation on thedepartment during the Community Meeting.September Community MeetingStory & Photo by R. MiguelThe September Community Meetingfeatured presentations from; John Janzen,Geographic Information Specialist(GIS), Capital Projects Project ManagerJeffrey Yazzie, Ak-Chin Tribal PlannerBart Smith, and Joy James from theEducation Outside the Box program.Janzen and GIS staff member,Shauna Rae Brown, are both part of theCapital Projects Department. Duringhis presentation, Janzen describedGIS’ duties, which included numerousproposals, collection of underneathdata such as where certain piping,electrical, and other infrastructure itemsthat may need mapping are located.Through a PowerPoint presentation,Jansen showcased programs they arecurrently working with and it benefitsthe community.According to Janzen, GIS is acollection of layers and different data,which includes; streets, addresses,land features, aerial photos, utilities,background information, design filesand others. GIS takes features and stacksthem together through layers whichcreates maps. Property line location isanother job GIS performs; it allows themto locate boundary and proper propertylining which is stored into data throughGIS.Site planning is another item thatis highly requested by departments.“Before a project is begun, we share ourinformation with contractors and othersthat need to identify where certain itemsare located,” Janzen said. “These itemsinclude underground utility lines, waterlines, and other items of interest.”Other duties of GIS includes assigningaddresses to new homes or buildingwithin the community boundaries, GISrecently was responsible for assigningan addresses for the new Waste WaterReclamation Facility. Council Memberscommended GIS for a job well done fortheir mapping work on distributed landsthe community inherited in the VekolValley.Yazzie discussed the Bureau ofIndian Affairs (BIA) Agent HouseRestoration Project. Yazzie gave a slidepresentation which showed past andcurrent pictures of the home which sitson seven acres on the corner of FarrellRoad and Thomas Street. Yazzie gavea brief history of the house which wasbuilt in June of 1925 and the estimatedcost was $1,469. The house was built bythe Ak-Chin labor force and served bothas a residential facility and head startfacility of community children.In 2003, Capital Projects wasdesignated by Tribal Council to getfeedback from a survey of communitymembers on their thoughts of whatshould be done to the BIA home.Members wanted the home to stay “asis” and to serve as a museum and exhibitwithin the community. Throughout thepast few years, the project has receivedsome minor restoring and a chain likedfence was placed around the facility.One of the major changes thus farhas been the placement of a new roof,which was of much need. Because themain plan of the home will be an exhibit,more touch ups such as; drainage,stability, landscaping, and electrical andsanitation restoration; need to be donebefore it is open for public viewing.Parking will also be another projectthat will be included in the plans forrestoration. Capital Projects hopes tobegin construction in December of thisyear and have a completion date of Aprilof 2012.On behalf of the Ak-Chin Men’sGroup, Planning Department’s BartSmith touched on the “Waila Project”which will renovate the old dance floor,located at the former San Juan ChurchFeast grounds near the home of DavidWhite, Jr to help celebrate the Articlesof Association and Mas:ik Tas. Thegroup was approached by communityleaders and asked to revitalize the olddance floor and grounds. For the pastfew months, the group has been meetingand coming up with ideas on how toapproach the assigned project.The group recently began clean upin the area and has begun to come upwith plans on what is needed to make theproject a success. The group expandedthe site to give it more room to grow andto move traffic in and out of the area.During meetings with elders for input,the topic of security was of main concernbecause of the existing homes that arearound the area. Because of a shorttime frame, phases were implemented,phase one consists of tending to parkingissues and facelift of the dance floor,which will done with a joint effort fromthe Maintenance Department and Men’sGroup.“We wanted to kind of emulatewhat was once out there,” Smith said.“Therefore we want to leave the dancefloor exactly where it is located now.Because it is an open area and there areno set ups as far as seating and booths,we will allow vendors and spectators toset up their chairs and tents around thearea during the dance.”The site of the old San Juan Churchmay possibly have a monument set up;discussion and planning are still ongoing. Therefore, a temporary crossmay be placed in the area during thescheduled dance in December. For theevent, portable restrooms will be placedand utility services will be implementedby the community. The dance floorproject will most likely begin sometimethis month with a completion date inNovember or December.James of the Outside the BoxProgram introduced the StrengtheningFamilies project that her program isplanning. The program that will beoffered in the community would helpfamilies communicate with each other;and focus on kids between the ages of 10to 14. The program will have four sevenweek sessions; each session is going tobe two and a half hours long and willfocus on communication exercises andteamwork.Sessions will give parents andchildren more of an opportunity to learnabout each other’s problems that theymay wish to share with each other. At theconclusion of the program a graduationwill be held involving both parents andchildren. Because the program is still inthe planning stages, more informationwill be given to the public of when theprogram will begin.Following the presentations,Council addressed community issuesthat included; Federal lawsuit issuesfor the right of ways, which are nearcompletion, the community is stillawaiting information from Countyofficials. Land into Trust for the SouthernDunes golf course and Industrial parkwas discussed. Improvements on theSouthern Dunes cart paths, which wascompleted, will entice golfers goinginto the new season this month.A second White Shell Buildingand the improvements of the run wayat the Phoenix Regional Airport on theIndustrial Park grounds were discussed.Harrah’s will be releasing “old bedsets” which community members canreceive once an “assets give away” isset up. The proposed movie theatre/bowling alley/game room/amphitheatreis moving forward, Ultra Star will bemanaging the movie theatre. A plannedbusiness center will allow communitymembers who may be seeking theirown retail business venture can look toutilize the center by leasing a buildingin the center.The community is looking to breakground in quarter four of this year withconstruction to follow immediatelyafter. A completion date of the project isslated for quarter four of 2012.Other topics discussed were; Grantsfor a Language Building, CulturalBuilding construction, Judicial SystemComplex, possible water distribution toan Arizona Indian Community, VekolMarket progress (building completion isstill on schedule), temporary/permanentjob opportunities and training forcommunity members, upcoming Stateand National elections and Mas:ik Tasupdates.Next Community MeetingMonday, November 28, 20116 pm - 8 pm atAk-Chin Service Center

5 October 7 - 20, 20115Ak-Chin Men’s Group focus of September GatheringStory and photo by Kris MoragoAt most Community Gatherings,the women outnumber men, but atSeptember’s Gathering, men not onlyoutnumbered the women, they weresome of the presenters. With a near fullhouse of attendees, Cultural Resourcesmanager Carol Antone opened theevening with a welcome, introducingthe topic of Cultural Awareness.In the era of where many tribaltraditions and culture are being lost,Antone sees, “Cultural Resources role isbringing some of that back.” By sharingsome of the information tonight, sherealizes that “there’s still a lot to do,”and it “depends on every one of us,”to make sure the O’odham traditioncontinues.A blessing by Connie Narcia wasnext, and everyone enjoyed an Indian tacodinner. Elders were graciously servedby the younger members attending. IrisSmith shared a delicious and “healthy”chocolate cake for dessert.Language Preservation CoordinatorVelacita Lopez began the Gatheringby sharing a power point which firstcovered O’odhamac. “O’odhamac is noteasy,” she said, “the things you do reflecton your family’s future generations.”Lopez added, “Elders say if you learn it,you have to live it, and the consequencesare on you.”The presentation touched on thetopic that is not often shared or talkedabout, the responsibility and importanceof maintaining the O’odham balance ofHarmony. Attendees learned and werereminded as O’odham; we have withineach of us the power to direct our livesfor ourselves and future generations. Butto maintain that balance begins whenwe are infants and are given the clay,which sets our tribal rite of passage.It was explained at the Gathering thatwhile giving of the clay must be done;Ak-Chin Men’s Group (from left to right): Duane Antone, Gabe Lopez, LuisRhodas, Marco Thompson, Rufus White, Dennis Antone, Raymond Whitman,Roy Lewis and Danny Soliz, Jr.there are those that never received it,and although may appear fine, cannotbe completely balanced in their Life.Failure to receive the clay will havenegative impacts on family, and possibleother negative consequences. The clayrite of passage is still encouraged evenas an adult if it was never given, as itprovides strength in one’s ability to dealwith negativity in their life...The audience was remindeddecisions made by an O’odham arenever necessarily only about self,but rather for their family and futuregenerations. “What we do today willaffect future generations,” Lopez said. Itis something that is the primary focus ofthe Cultural Resources Program. Whilethere are laws which Cultural Resourcesabide by to protect the Community’sresources, the department recognizesO’odhamac our traditional laws havegreater consequences. The group wasreminded that it is “abstract, you cannot touch and see it, but it does comeback to remind us of who we are.”The topic also included the rites ofpassage for both young men and womenwhen they reach puberty. At those times,they both have their own ceremoniesbut during those times, the Women andMen in the village meet with them andtell them about their responsibilities.This introduced the next topic, whichwas sharing the Traditional Roles ofO’odham Men.The department shared a power pointdescribing the current Ak-Chin Men’sGroup activities. The sharing startedat beginning from their first meetingsince they started meeting monthlysince July 2008. The goal of the groupis to help re-learn and encourage thetraditional leadership role of men in thecommunity.The Men’s Group participates in avariety of events and depending on the1.a.b.c.d.e.2.a.b.c.d.e.3.a.b.c.d.e.4.a.b.c.d.e.5.a.b.c.d.e.What does Him Dak meanOur way of lifeHappinessLife’s JourneyOur peopleThe landWhat Valley is the Ak-Chin IndianCommunity located inMaricopa ValleySanta Cruz ValleyHappy ValleyCasa Grande ValleyAk-Chin ValleyAk-Chin is an O’odham wordmeaningpeople of the desertplace where the wash loses itselfin the groundplace of our homeland of our peopleour ancestor’s landIn what year did U.S. PresidentTaft make Ak-Chin an officialcommunity19191912197519991900There are approximately howmany members in the Ak-ChinIndian Community1,0005,0002,00010,000100,000Answers on page 12Ak-Chin Triviaactivity, the groups have been both largeand small. They have helped preparethe BBQ for the Masik Tas and Unityrun, gathered traditional plant materialsfor Elders and basket makers, assist inburials, gather fire wood, and clean uptraditional areas. The group participatedin the Tamale and Tortilla classes offeredby Cultural Resources to make the fireand keep it going for the cooking. Inthe past the men have primarily beenresponsible for keeping the fire goingfor the cooking and warmth at feastsin their community. A reward is beingable to taste test the tamales and takesome tortillas home. The Young Men’sgatherings also allowed for some toexperience and learn the traditionalprocess of butchering a cow.Councilman Gabe Lopez spoke,and gave further detail of the activities.Some of the meetings are presenters ondifferent subjects, community projects,and preparation of food for communityevents.He also introduced the membersin attendance. Each took time to sharea little about themselves and whatthey’ve learned from the experiencesin understanding their role as menand caretakers of the Community.Sharing from the Men’s Group, wereLuis “Hoppy” Rodas, Dennis Antone,Raymond Whitman, Marco “Nano”Thompson, Roy Lewis, and RufusWhite. There were other members whowere not in attendance but have beeninvolved in most of the Men’s Groupactivities.6.a.b.c.d.e.7.a.b.c.d.e.8.a.b.c.d.e.9.a.b.c.d.e.How many members are there onTribal Council7105320Who is the Chairperson of TribalCouncilDelia CarlyleGabriel LopezLouis Manuel, Jr.Terry EnosWilliam AntoneOn the official seal what does thelightning representinspiration and energy to upholdthe ideals of the communityour belief in a brighter tomorrowexcitement for all in thecommunityunity in the communitythat community members areNative AmericanIn what year was the TribalCouncil established1974196119121999190010. As one of the largest farmingcommunities in the U.S. Ak-Chinharvest how many acresa. 15,000b. 5,000c. 10,000d. 500e. 30,000

On Thursday, September 29th at1:30 p.m., every school in the MaricopaUnified School District underwent alockdown drill. Held annually, thesedrills are a vital reminder to students,teachers and staff of how to react incase of emergency.While highly unlikely in anyschool, these necessary precautions aredesigned to implement the best practicesin some of the worst situations.With September also beingNational Preparedness Month, this wasthe perfect time to not only talk aboutsafety within our school walls, but thebest safety practices once studentsleave our campuses as well.MUSD is dedicated to keepingour students, teachers and staff notonly safe, but prepared to handle anysituation.For more information on theMaricopa Unified School Districtvisit www.maricopausd.org or call(520)568-5100.6 October 7 - 20, 20116Runner staff attend SPJ 2011 “Excellence in Journalism”Story and photo by Kris MoragoRunner Editor Raychel Peters andmyself were among the over 1200attendees participating in Excellencein Journalism 2011 Conference in NewOrleans, Louisiana during the last weekof September.In the first inaugural joint conferenceof the Society of Professional Journalistsand Radio Television Digital NewsAssociation, both Peters and I spentthree days learning from industryleaders, in both workshops and generalsessions. We also had the opportunityto meet with individuals and newsorganizations from around the country.Monday’s opening general keynotesession was given by CBS NewsChairman and “60 Minutes” ExecutiveProducer Jeff Fager. In his remarks, heshared experiences in working on the60 Minutes news show and includeda short video highlight of the year’sstories, which truly moved the audience.Fager also took time to answer audiencequestions.During the same day, RTDNAhonored several individuals with theirhighest honors, broadcast journalistand author, Linda Ellerbee was giventhe Paul White Award, and CBS NewsChief Foreign Correspondent and “60Minutes” Correspondent, Lara Loganwas presented the 2011 John F. HoganDistinguished Service Award.Ellerbee’s career began as a TVOp Ed: KeepingOur Kids, andFamilies, SafeBy: Jeff Kleck, MUSD Superintendentnews journalist, and later helpingcreate “Nick News with LindaEllerbee,” which is a news programfor children. Logan, who rose toprominence covering war zones,was assaulted and beaten by a mobwhile reporting from the Egyptianrevolution in February 2011.Sitting in the second row at theaward ceremony, it was incredibleto see them in person, recognizingtheir years of news work.Each day brought almost 30workshop sessions to choose from.While Peters attended topics asTen Things Great Bosses Know, It’sJust Video and The 10 Commandmentsof Video, I attended workshops suchas 20 Tips Your Editor Won’t TellYou, Writing that Works Online,and Transformational Newspaper:Newspapers in 2011. Each session waspacked and full of information. Themain theme and focus of the sessionsand heard through the various speakerswas the need for news organizationsto utilize social media platforms more,such as Facebook and Twitter.Tuesday evening ended theconference with a banquet to recognizethe past and present Society Boardmembers and their significantcontributions; not only to the journalismcommunity, but also to the public theyserve. Awards were presented to anumber of journalists who have goneabove and beyond to get their storiesheard and seen, striving to set thestandard to provide responsible andinspiring works.LEFT: The St. LouisCathedral overlooksJackson Square in theFrench Quarter.After the sessions,we took time to explorethe culture and cuisine ofNew Orleans. With the hosthotel located downtown, wewere in walking distance tothe Mississippi River andother points of interest suchas Jackson Square and theFrench Quarter. With thecity still recovering fromthe effects of Hurricane Katrina, youcould see buildings that were still inthe rebuilding process. Getting theopportunity to hear both Cajun and bluesmusic, we also tried the New Orleansfavorites of beans and rice, gumbo andCafé du Monde’s famous beignets.A week has gone by since ourreturn and we are still absorbing theinformation and ideas gained from theexperience and sharing that knowledgewith our fellow staff members.

7 October 7 - 20, 20117Alyssa Garcia awarded scholarship at AIEA conferenceFrom left to right: Lisa Garcia, Alyssa Garcia, Zachary Valles, Elizabeth Vallesand AIEA President Theresa Price.Photo by Jessica DeanAk-Chin Community Member, AlyssaGarcia is one of five American Indianhigh school students to receive the 2011Arizona Indian Education Association(AIEA) scholarship. The awardrecognizes American Indian youth whodemonstrate exemplary achievement,Ak-Chin Library reviews Animal Dreams, previews NooksStory by Kris MoragoAnimal Dreams, the second bookof Barbara Kingsolver, was the featuredBook Club selection for Septemberat the Ak-Chin Library. The 352 pagefictional novel, published by HarperPerennial in 1991, describes the life ofCodi Noline.Codi has spent her young adult lifestudying and training to be a doctor, likeher father, only to quit before finishingand ending up working at a conveniencestore. Her sister Hallie on the other hand,travels to Central America to teach thelocal farmers how to properly farmtheir land, all while dealing with theNicaraguan revolution that is occurringaround them.Returning to her hometown ofGrace, to serve as a high school scienceteacher, Codi also returns home to dealwith her ill father Dr. Homer Noline,who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.Raised without a mother, Codi relivessome childhood memories whichcreativity, initiative, and leadershipin academics, community service,and leadership, and who consistentlyparticipate in cultural activities andexemplifies the characteristics of apositive role model in his/her schooland community. The goal of the AIEAinclude her involvement with a NativeAmerican boy Loyd Peregrina, whoshe eventually becomes pregnant from.However she loses the baby and nevertells him her secret. Thinking no oneknew, she is surprised that her father isaware of her loss and remembers whereshe buried the baby.The book’s prose leads the readerthrough a variety of situations andemotions. In one chapter, you meet thetownsfolk and are enriched by theirSpanish culture as they battle with themining industry in dealing with thecontamination of their river. In anotherchapter, you see Codi and Loyd, who isnow a train operator, visit Loyd’s NativeAmerican family.In confronting her past and present,Codi who seems unsure of her purposeat the beginning of the book, eventuallydiscovers herself and where she is meantto be by the book’s end.The book author Kingsolver haswritten well over a dozen books andis to promote, encourage, and supportstudents as they develop into scholarsand prepare to engage in importantcareers as adults. Alyssa, who is inher junior year at Seton CatholicPreparatory High School in Chandler,is also an active member of the SetonHonors and Varsity Basketballprogram, Ak-Chin Youth Council, andthe Ak-Chin Ba’ban Keihina dancegroup. Alyssa was made aware of theopportunity by her Academic GuidanceCounselor, Mr. Jerry Mullin. With muchencouragement and support from Mr.Mullin, her family, and Ak-Chin YouthCouncil Coordinator, Marla AntoneAlyssa applied for the scholarship andwas notified in late September that shewas selected as an award recipient.Alyssa and the other four recipients ofthe AIEA Scholarship were presentedtheir awards at the AIEA AmericanIndian Youth Conference on October4, 2011 at Arizona State University.Alyssa, who is an ASU fan, is proudto have received the award at ASU. GoSun Devils!!-submitted by Lisa Garciaactually lived in Tucson. Another bookin the Library is “Animal, Vegetable,Miracle: A Year of Food Life,” whichshares the author’s efforts of livingon locally grown and home-grownfoods for a year. The book shares theconnection between health and diet.Melanie Toledo, Library Manager,also took time to talk about the recentlyacquired Nooks or e-readers that havearrived at the Library. Demonstratingits capabilities, it is expected thatNovember’s Book Club will be availablein the new Nooks. Community membersand employee library card holders ingood standing, with no overdue items,will be allowed to check out the Nooks.To learn more about the authorBarbara Kingsolver, her official websiteis www.kingsolver.com. While noofficial date has been set on when theNooks will be available for checkout,please visit the library to check out oneof the many hard cover and paper booksavailable.

8 October 7 - 20, 20118Champions - II TribesBattling in the NARD Volleyball Championship game are LBC and II Tribes.Gila River teams battle for NARDStory by R. Miguel & Photos by KD Moragovolleyball titleFive teams from the Ak-Chin andGila River Communities took to the Ak-Chin Recreation gymnasium floor to seewho would come away with the NativeAmerican Recognition Day (NARD)title during the Him-Dak Museum’sannual celebration.After the final bump, set, andspike, II Tribes came away with thechampionship trophy as they defeatedrival LBC. Placing third in thetournament was Ak-Chin’s Antone’steam.First, second, and third placewinners not only recieved team trophiesbut t-shirts also. Other teams competingwere; 1 in All and the Wolfpack.Second Place - LBCAk-Chin Volleyball and SoccerPhotos by R. MiguelXendryk Antone goes in the for kick as Richard Villegas looks on. Xendryk was oneof twelve kids who came out and participated in the Punt, Pass, and Kick event.NFL’s Punt, Pass, and KickStory & Photos by R. MiguelThe National Football League (NFL)sanctioned Punt, Pass, and Kick was heldin the Ak-Chin Community as twleveboys and girls between the ages of six tofifteen registered to compete at Milton“Paul” Antone Memorial Park.In the six to seven year old group,Katie Kemp was the overall winner in thegirl’s division as she scored 150 points.Noahli Antone came in second.In the six to seven year old boy’sgroup, Richard Villegas scored 180points to capture first place. Others whoparticipated in the six to seven age groupwere; Kevin Villegas, Sureno Pacheco,Jesse Kisto, Wyatt Simmons, and EricLopez.In the girl’s eight to nine agegroup, Lucianda Miranda was the overallwinner with 150 points. The boy’s eightto nine year old group title was capturedKalvin Antone who scored 209 points.Others recognized in the eight to nine agegroup were; Sammy Justin, Joe Miguel,and Xendryk Antone.Because he had the highest overallscore, Kalvin Antone will compete in theRegional tournament in Glendale nextmonth.Kalvin Antone throws a pass duringPunt, Pass, and Kick at Milton “Paul”Antone Memorial Park.Volleyball - Top l to r: Cody Byrd, Adaisha Williams, Isaac Carlyle, Brianna Estrada,Julianna Orona, Delila Villegas, Brenna Antone, and Sabrina Peters. Bottom l to r:Aleina Estrada, Alyssa Estrada, Alex Lopez, Justine Lopez, and Devin Peters.9-12 year old Soccer - Top l to r: Mariah Carlyle, Mercedes Garcia, MariellaGarcia, and Laila Gardner. Bottom l to r: Kristen Kemp, Katie Kemp, and SurenoPacheco.

The Ak-Chin Ba’ban Kehina Dancers kept a busy schedule during Saturday andSunday activities at the Arizona Best Fest in Prescott.The Earp Brothers, Doc Holliday, Big Nose Kate and the Earp women make theirway to the “Tragedy at the OK Corral” theatrical.9 October 7 - 20, 20119NARD continuedwho designed this year’s NARD logo.The volleyball tournament featuredfive teams; II Tribes, 1 in All, Antone’s,LBC, and Wolfpack, with II Tribes takingfirst, LBC second, and Antone’s third.The horseshoe tournament featured 8teams with Pete and Melvin taking first,Poncho and Arnold nabbing second, andSnake and John placing third.The Him-Dak staff would liketo thank the following Ak-ChinDepartments for making this year’sNARD event a success; CommunityCouncil, Recreation, Finance, Medical/Fire, Public Work/Events Assistance,Runner, Police, Sanitation, and Diabetes,all information booths, arts & craftvendors, demonstrators, performers,and M.C. Robert Miguel.Photos by Runner StaffAk-Chin’s Sally Antone (left) and Bernice Monte (right) of the Tohono O’odhamNation, show their basket making skills during the NARD celebration.The Culpolli Teoxicalli & Grupo Xochipilli Centeotl-Aztec Dancers from Tucsongive a great performance during NARD activities.Six contestants give it their all during the “pie eating” contest. Katie Kemp placedfirst while Jilayne Miguel and Kevin Villegas came in second and third.Horseshoe participant, Johnprepares to throw his horseshoe.Arizona Best Fest in PrescottLusan Enos makes a popover with chilisandwich for a customer.The Supai Ram Dancers-Guardians of the Canyon of the Supai Tribe make theirgrand entrance, as they prepare for Sunday’s final performance.Little Mr. & Miss Ak-Chin, Jedidiah Smithand Rena Santiago. (Photo by Collette Susunkewa)The Biplane Flyover was a site tosee during Sunday’s activities.

10 October 7 - 20, 2011102011 Maricopa Wells Panthers & Maricopa High School Rams Fall Sports TeamsTeam Photos by All Pro PhotographyVarsity Cheer: Row 1 - Dantey Carter, Gabby Munguia, Haley Volz, BriAunaGrier, Samantha Dugan, Antionette Ramsey, Rachael Cortese, and Shena Carver.Row 2 - Kiana Frutiger, Abby Kortsen, Kyra James, Emily Gilbert, Katie Hardt,Janicia Ortiz, and Marissa McKissor. Row 3 - Ciara Garcia, Kelsey Chrosniak,Isabel McCloskey, Taylor Glennon, Lauren Washington, Cheyenne Neilsen, SumikoVega, and Katelyn Moore.MHS HomecomingMaricopa High School celebrated theirhomecoming week with activities andgames leading up to the big footballgame against Campo Verde High School.The Campo Verde dashed any hopes of aMaricopa victory as the Coyotes downedthe Rams 27-6. Photos by R. MiguelRight: 2011 King Robert Carillo andQueen Jessica Delgado.Below: Campo Verde and Maricopabattle during the big game.JV Cheer : Row 1 - Jamira Khalif, Tayler Rodriguez, Tiahana Cubean, JanetRittenhouse, and Briana Ochoa. Row 2 - Alexis Williams, Louisa Marie Blevins,Alyssa Nichols, La’Chrystal Bracy, and Lisa Harmon. Row 3 - Dominique Thomas,Jennifer Gwinn, Shannon Stone, and Aidan Balt.Golf: Top l to r: Paige Ellis, Joshua Burdi, Jared Loomis, Tyler DelGatto, andCoach Mike Russoniello. Bottom l to r: Niles Getz, Zachary Dohen, Alexander Vy,and Stephen Teimme.2011 Maricopa High SchoolFall Sports ScheduleCross CountrySaturday, October 8Fountain Hills, Site & Time(TBD)Saturday, October 15Doug Conley Meet (Tempe H.S.)(TBD)Wednesday, October 19Coolidge, Florence @ Maricopa4:30Boys GolfTuesday, October 18Casa Grande & Arcadia @ Carl Hayden3:30VolleyballTuesday, October 11Coronado @ MHS (Senior Night)4:00/5:00/6:00Tuesday, October 18MHS @ McClintock4:00/5:00/6:00Thursday, October 19South Mountain @ MHS4:00/5:00/6:00Tuesday, October 20MHS @ M ountain P ointe4:00/5:00/6:00Friday, October 28MHS @ Tempe7:00JVThursday, October 13Casa Grande @ MHS6:00Thursday, October 20Coolidge @ MHS6:00Thursday, October 27Tempe @ MHS6:00FreshmanWednesday, October 12MHS @ Casa Grande6:00Wednesday, October 19MHS @ Coolidge6:00Wednesday, October 26MHS @ Tempe6:00FootballVarsityFriday, October 14MHS @ Casa Grande7:00Friday, October 21MHS @ Coolidge7:00

11 October 7 - 20, 201111Current openingsin the Community:Bus Driver-Community Members Only-Temporary Laborer(As needed basis)Clayton AntoneRecruit FF/EMTFire and SafetyDany Soliz, Jr.Recruit FF/EMTFire and SafetyWilliam NarciaRecruit FF/EMTFire and SafetyFrancisco PreciadoFirefighter/ParamedicFire and SafetyCheck with HumanResources for the latest jobannouncements.Please pick up applications atthe Human Resources Offi ce ore-mail your resume toresumes@ak-chin.nsn.us.Dale VanceFirefighter/ParamedicFire and SafetyBenjamin FosterFirefighter/ParamedicFire and SafetyMichael AllenFirefighter/ParamedicFire and SafetyDennis BlackmanFirefighter/ParamedicFire and SafetyComplete your applicationin full and be sure tosign your name. Submitapplications before the closingdate as late applicationswill not be accepted.If you are claiming IndianPreference, proof of tribalenrollment MUST be submittedat the time of application.Carmenlita ChiefWater Quality SpecialistEPDEric ChavezGaming Agent TraineeTGALeslie Burnett-CarlyleSenior Community PlannerPlanningJolene CampbellCustodianMaintenanceAlvin AntoneArchives AssistantHim-DakNorbert Peters, Sr.Sanitation DirectorPublic WorksLori MartinezBehavioral Health SupervisorSocial ServicesRick WestbySubstance Abuse CounselorSocial Services

12 October 7 - 20, 201112Need help with your job search, writing aresume or improving your interviewing skills?The Human Resource department is sponsoring a career development event onOctober 21, 2011. Katreena Hayes-Wood, a Career Development Specialist andauthor of the book:” Help! I Need A Job” (Ranked the #4 book on interviewing byBarnes and Noble), will be presenting a full-day seminar to interested CommunityMembers at no cost. Reservations are required and lunch will be served. Detailsbelow:WHEN: October 21, 2011TIME: 9:00am to 4:00pmWHERE: Education Building, Computer Lab #2WHO: Open to all unemployed or under employed Community Members interestedin obtaining assistance with their job search.COST: Free Seminar includes lunch. This event is being sponsored by the Ak-ChinIndian Community Human Resource Department.WHAT: Remember the old saying, “Have a plan and work your plan?” This WorkReadiness program is being brought to the Community in order to help you developa plan to organize and maintain a successful job search. In this full-day class, you willreceive tools that help you succeed in organizing your job search.St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic MissionAk-Chin Indian Community16657 N. Church Rd. Maricopa, AZ 85139Sunday Mass at 12:00 PMOctober 9, 2011 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary timewith Father Greg Rice, M.H.M.October 15, 2011 St. Francis Feast Day in Ak-Chinwith Monsignor Ed MeulemansOctober 16, 2011 Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary timewith Monsignor Ed MeulemansOctober 23, 2011 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary timewith Father Dale Jamison, O.F.M.October 30, 2011 Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary timewith Father John CunninghamParish Community Announcements:Catholic Council of EldersSaturday, October 22, 2011St. Paschal – Lehi(Meeting at St. Francis – Salt River)Fall Festival – St. Anthony – Sacaton9 AM – 5 PMSaturday, October 29, 2011Dean Phillip Gabriel Peters+Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion+ Catholic Council of Elders Representative+ Sacristan/AdvisorTopics include:Job search skills Using the Internet for career exploration and labor market information Filling out an application Preparing a résumésInterviewing Strategies: How to prepare for and interview for a job Interviewing FAQRESERVE: Please contact Grace Corona in the HR department at 520-568-1050 toreserve your spot today. DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS OCTOBER 18, 2011.Applications will be accepted at this event from all participants that are interested inapplying for our Temporary Laborer and General Worker positions.General Measures for Keeping Pests OutPart One: Inside1. Screen all openings. Includescreens (20 mesh or finer) on doorsor windows that can be opened, andon all ventilation openings. Aftermaintain all screens in good repair.This stops the entry of many pests;however, certain tiny pests, suchas aphids and leafhoppers, can getthrough standard mesh screening.The only way to deny entry to thesesmall pests is to keep windows anddoors closed.2. Install door sweeps or thresholdsat the base of all exterior entrydoors. No light should penetrateunderneath exterior doors. Thebottom of garage doors can be fittedwith a rubber seal. Sliding glassdoors can be sealed by lining thebottom track with foam weatherstripping.3. Door seals. Be sure to inspect allseals of doors including the topsand sides. This is especially truefor double doors that lack a centralvertical support.4. Fill cracks. To exclude rodents,lizards and insects look for cracksaround windows and doors. For smallcracks use good quality siliconeor acrylic latex caulk. Latex-typecaulks clean up easily with waterand can be painted although they areless flexible than pure silicone. Forlarger openings, fill with a strongmaterial that matches the structuresuch as wood, cement, sheet rock ormortar.5. All outside doors should be selfclosing.Where this is not possible,a second screen door should beinstalled. This is particularlyimportant for areas of scorpionactivity.6. Seal all utility openings. Includeentry points of pipes and wires,around outdoor faucets, gas metersand laundry vents. Cracks shouldbe cleaned and any peeling materialremoved. The hole can then be filledwith a suitable sealant.7. Repair leaky piping. This willreduce water availability to pests.Inspect plumbing regularly, as aproblem may not be apparent. Waterdamage can also weaken wallscreating additional entryways.8. Install wire mesh. Use hardwarecloth over the attic, roof, chimneyand crawl space vents in order toprevent entry of birds, bats, androdents. Wear gloves when installinghardware cloth, as the wire edgesare extremely sharp. Mesh screenscan also be installed around the baseof portable classrooms. The crawlspaces are attractive to many pestssuch as widow spiders, scorpions,cats and rodents that may createfurther insect and health problems(e.g., fleas, ticks, lice, etc.).9. Use airtight storage containers.Especially true for pet or human food.Certain small ants can gain accessinto ordinary jars by following thethread. If in doubt, keep the food inthe refrigerator or freezer.10. Employ good sanitationprocedures. Vacuum up all foodcrumbs; do not let soiled dishes sitout overnight. Dust under kitchenappliances and clean pet fooddishes.Remember, should you decide to use anypesticide, always read the label. If youhave any questions, please contact theEnvironmental Protection Departmentat 568-1157.

13 October 7 - 20, 201113National Breast Cancer Awareness MonthBY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICAA PROCLAMATIONThis month, pink ribbons will be displayed around our country,adorning jackets and public spaces alike. A sign of solidarity, theseribbons remind us of our commitment to preventing and treatingbreast cancer, and to supporting those courageously battling thisdisease. Countless Americans will participate in events to raiseawareness alongside survivors and their families, working togetherto support research that will save lives.We have come far in recent decades in the prevention, earlydetection, and treatment of breast cancer. Still, this year, hundredsof thousands of women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, andtoo many will be lost. African-American women bear a particularlylarge burden, experiencing higher death rates from breast cancerthan other racial or ethnic groups in the United States. Too manymen also develop and fall victim to this cancer.It is important to understand the risks and precautions associatedwith breast cancer. Some risk factors, like obesity, are avoidable.Other factors, like family history, are not avoidable, but knowledgeof them can help inform medical decisions. Taking protective stepslike getting regular check-ups, maintaining a healthy body weightand balanced diet, and exercising may help lower the chances ofdeveloping breast cancer. I encourage all Americans to talk to theirdoctors about breast cancer, and to visit www.cancer.gov to learnmore about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.Screening and early detection are essential to fighting this disease,yet only about two-thirds of American women over 40 have had amammogram in the last 2 years. But now, thanks to the AffordableCare Act, all Americans joining new health-care plans can receiverecommended preventive services, including annual mammogramsfor women over 40, with no out-of-pocket costs. This new benefitwould also ensure that women in new insurance plans who areat high risk for breast cancer are covered when they speak withtheir clinicians about ways to prevent or delay the developmentof cancer. The Affordable Care Act also established a committeetasked with advancing awareness and prevention of breast canceramong young women.This month, we join together in honoring the women and men lostto breast cancer. In their memory, we recommit to supporting thehard-working researchers, health-care providers, advocates, andorganizations dedicated to treating and curing this devastatingdisease. We embrace our mothers, daughters, sisters, and lovedones currently battling breast cancer, along with their friends andfamilies, and we resolve to one day defeat it.NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the UnitedStates of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by theConstitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaimOctober 2011 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Iencourage citizens, government agencies, private businesses,nonprofit organizations, and all other interested groups to join inactivities that will increase awareness of what Americans can do toprevent and control breast cancer.IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third dayof October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of theIndependence of the United States of America the two hundredand thirty-sixth.BARACK OBAMAThe Benefits of Exercise on Breast CancerThe recent announcement fromthe American Cancer Society is thatone-third of 500,000 cancer deathsthat occur in the U.S. each year canbe attributed to poor diet and little orno exercise. This is a wake up callto all of us concerned about cancerprevention. This is also the casewith breast cancer.Women will experience thistype more than men, and yes mencan also get breast cancer. In NativeAmerican communities, cancereducation is lacking and how toproperly do a self-check is notemphasized enough. Education isimportant to maintaining a healthylifestyle.In terms of exercise,maintaining a healthy lifestyle andeating right is just as important asquitting smoking when it comes toreducing cancer risks. Physicallyactive women are 25% less likelyto get breast cancer. Lean womenwho play sports or undertake otherphysically active things in theirspare time, especially if they havebeen through menopause, have thelowest risk of breast cancer.The researchers reviewedthe literature andanalyzed 62 studieslooking at the impactof physical activity onbreast cancer. So far,we know that exerciseis worth consideringas a therapeutic toolat every stage ofcancer treatment andbeyond. Here’s whatwe know… Women withbreast cancerwho exercisedhad improvedquality of life,better fitnessand less fatiguethan controlpatients whodid not exercise,and were ableto function at ahigher level. Exercise has beenfound to helpmaintain bloodcounts duringchemotherapy. Another studylooked at patientswith many typesof cancer who were undergoingchemotherapy and found asignificant reduction in anxietyand depression in the patientswho exercised.Also, in terms of hypertrophy ormuscle gain, exercise appearsto fight the harmful effects ofmuscle loss associated withadvanced cancer.So, when we see the results andhow the outcomes for the effects ofexercise on breast cancer or othertype of cancers, we see that this is amajor benefit even to those who aregetting very aggressive therapies.Here is an example of a controlledstudy of patients undergoing a highdoseof chemotherapy and stemcelltransplantation. Those who gotaerobic exercise after completingtreatments experienced less fatigueand fewer limitations in their dailyactivities. The reason why?? Well,we all know that muscles needmovement. When going throughchemotherapy it takes away theproteins and other nutrients inthe body so they feel sick most ofthe time. It’s almost the notion of“move it or lose it” concept.So, the more they move the lessthey will lose in matters of musclemass. Plus, exercise improvesthe mood and reduces the risk ofheart disease, diabetes, stroke anddementia.Getting into an exercise programisn’t only for the healthy it’s forpeople for all walks of life. Often,something as simple as walkingfor just a few minutes per day is agreat start with the hope of buildingup to 30 minutes to an hour dailyas recommended by the AmericanCancer Society, the AmericanCollege of Sports Medicine, andthe Coopers Institute of AerobicResearch.Exercise is beneficial whetheryou do it all at once or split it intoseveral smaller segments throughoutthe day or week. Just as long asyou’re moving, it’s all good.American Cancer Society, Benefits ofreducing exercise induced fatigue. 2001.American College of Sports Medicine,Medicine and Science in sport and exercise33 (5): 718-23.Coopers Institute of Aerobic Research,Exercise benefits research. 1998.Submitted by: Thomas Yazzie,MFS,TSCA.

14 October 7 - 20, 201114October 2011 Newsletter ColumnWelcome to October – a montheplete with notable events such asame Your Car Day (the 2 nd ), Sweetestay and National Grouch Day (both onhe 15 th ), National Nut Day (the 22 nd ),nd Halloween (the 31 st ). October islso known as National Dessert Month,amily History Month, and Nationalizza Festival Month so enjoy! By theay, there are only approximately 90hopping days left before Christmas.Before I say too much more, westerninal County said goodbye to a quiet giantast month. Colin “Bill” Scott passed oneptember 14 th after decades of servicend labor in the arenas of agriculture,ower, water, and community. He wille missed.As many of you know, when the 2010.S. Census counted our noses we foundhat there were some 375,770 peopleesiding here. That determination, ofourse, triggered a new reapportionmentrocess for Pinal County since we nowust elect five (5) county supervisorsnstead of three. Earlier this year, the Boardf Supervisors authorized our Electionsepartment to employ consultants skilledn the arts of demographic analysis andamiliarity with the U.S. Department ofustice pre-clearance process.With their assistance, Electionsirector Steve Kizer and his staff creatednd considered a number of redistrictingap proposals. In the meantime theity of Casa Grande, concerned abouthe prospect of being split into multipleupervisory districts, created its own maproposal and submitted it to the Electionsepartment. After due consideration,ounty staff brought three differentupervisory district map proposals to theoard during its September 7 th meetingand the Board chose to place all three ofthe proposals before the public for inputand comment.There were a number of specialinput sessions held in various locationsaround the county last month and afterall of the comments and suggestionswere compiled, the Board will meetthis month to select one of those districtmap proposals for transmittal to theDepartment of Justice. The DoJ has 60days to review our submittal and rule onwhether or not our proposed redistrictingmap complies with the Voting RightsAct of 1965 and the criteria used by theDoJ’s Civil Rights Division under theprovisions of Section Five of the VotingRights Act of 1965.Although the DoJ process ofreview (also known as pre-clearance)is complex, essentially the Departmentcan approve our proposal, put it on holdwhile asking for more information aboutcertain aspects of the proposal, or simplyreturn it to us with a note that it needsmodification. It is, of course, our beliefhat whichever map proposal we submitill be pre-cleared without any furthereview by the DoJ. If we’re successful,hen prospective candidates can begin toirculate nomination petitions with anye to the Primary Election of August8, 2012 and the General Election onovember 6 th , 2012.CAHRA (Community Actionuman Resources Agency) will beolding utility assistance applicationvents for those needing help with theirtilities. Scheduled sessions in variousocations in western Pinal County willtake place throughout the month. Formore information, call CAHRA at520.466.1112.Before I get to your appointmentbook, it’s time to brag about our ownFrito Lay plant. Over the last three years,the visionary folks at Frito Lay workedhard on a Near Net Zero concept thataimed to reduce the resources needed tomake its products. Led by the intrepidJason Gray, they stalled a water recovery/reuse facility designed to recycle 75% ofall process water used. Five separateand distinct photovoltaic solar fieldswere installed throughout the property toproduce enough power to meet 50% ofthe plants annual electric load. A hugebio mass boiler was constructed sufficientto produce all of the steam needs for theplant’s operations and reducing their useof natural gas by over 80%.And in 2009, they became the firstsnack food manufacturing facility to becertified LEED 2.0 Existing Buildingin the company, Arizona, and the U.S.Frito Lay USA and its parent companyPepsiCo will celebrate this monumentalachievement on October 5 th . Once again,wonderful things are happening in PinalCounty!And now for a list of interesting,tasty, fun, and educational things for yourcalendar:*The City of Casa Grande will behosting its annual Anti-Crime Night eventin Carr-McNatt Park on Friday, October7 from 6 to 9 p.m. It’s a fun, family timewith a serious message.*”Hot Wings for History” featureslocal amateur chefs and their favoritewing recipes prepared on site for thepublic. This fun event on October 9 th runsfrom 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Casa GrandeValley Historical Society Museum. Call520.836.2223 for more information.*The 24 th Pinal County Town Halltakes place at the Francisco GrandeOctober 12 and 13 – the theme is“Reactivating the Regional Economy”with a host of excellent speakers. Checkthe County web site for registrationinformation.*Against Abuse’s 25 th Annual Tasteof Casa Grande (The Property, October16 th from 1-4 p.m.) will be THE place tobe! Food to die for and prizes to competefor. Call 520.836.1239 for tickets. *F.O.R.Maricopa (Maricopa’s food bank) isholding its annual Grape Escapes on theevening of October 21 st in the confines ofthe Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Resort.Tickets and information are available athttp://www.FORmaricopa.org/wine.*The revitalized MaricopaStagecoach Days are back! It’s a threeday festival (October 21-23) at PacanaPark with a street dance on Friday and acommunity fair the other two days. Goto http://maricopachamber.org for moreinformation.*Don’t forget to come out and honorour country’s veterans as you watchthe 5 th Annual Veterans Day Parade indowntown Casa Grande. Starting at 9a.m. on November 5 th and following theElectric Light Parade route, it’s sure to bea red letter event for everyone.David Snider, SupervisorPinal County District 3Salvation Army ChristmasAngel Program Sign UpWhere: Rotary Park RamadaPLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILDRENWhen: Thursday, October 6 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PMThursday, October 13 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PMSaturday, October 15 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMWednesday, October 19 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PMSaturday, October 29 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMProvide: ID (driver license or birth certificate)Proof of income-strict income guidelines will befollowed.Proof of address (utility bill)Children’s ID (AHCCCS card, birth certificate)Donde: En la ramada del parque Rotary-NO NINOS POR FAVORCuando: Jueves 6 de Octubre de las 3:30 PM hasta las 5:30 PMJueves 13 de Octubre de las 3:30 PM hasta las 5:00PMSabado 15 de Octubre de las 9:00 AM hasta las 11:00 AMMiercoles 19 de Octubre de las 3:30 PM hasta las5:00 PMSabado 29 de Octubre de las 9:00 AM hasta las11:00 AMComprobantes esecarios: NID (su licensia o la acta de nacimiento)Nesesita presenter comprobante de su direccion(factura De servicios publicos)Comprobante de ingresoID de los hijos (acta de nacimento o tarjeta delAHCCCS)Friends of the LibraryIn conjunction with Stagecoach Days, Friends of the Maricopa Library willhold their bi-annual book sale on October 22nd from 8:00-noon. Hundreds ofbooks of all genres including Fiction, Non-fiction, Mystery, Romance, Science-Fiction, Western, etc. as well as children’s books for all ages are available.Bag of Books - $8.00Children’s books starting at $.50 eachBook sets will be priced individuallyProceeds will help defray costs of activities at the Maricopa Public LibraryIf you go:What: Friends of the Maricopa Library semi-annual book saleWhere: Santa Rosa Elementary School, 21400 N. Santa Rosa Drive (in Ranch ElDorado off Smith-Enke Road at the Province entrance)When: Saturday, October 22, 8 a.m. until noonCost: $8 per grocery bag of booksChildren’s books from $.50The Maricopa Historical Society is holding its First Annual Historic GolfTournament on October 16th at the Duke at Rancho El DoradoThe tournament is being held to raise money for a historical museum inMaricopa to showcase many artifacts dating back to the 1800’s. Coffee anddoughnuts at 6:30 a.m. will be followed by a shotgun start at 8 a.m.Golf package for 4 -- $400Package for 1 -- $100Lunch without golf -- $25Various sponsorships availableFor More information contact: brendahermansongarza@yahoo.com, 480-250-9085Huge Parking Lot SaleCelebrate Life Family Support Center will hold it’s semi-annual Huge ParkingLot Sale, October 8, 2011, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. 18705 N John WayneParkway (just north of Bowlin). Gently used clothing, books, household items,etc. will be available. Come shop for the treasure you just can’t live without. Ifyou have gently used items to donate to this sale, please bring them on Tuesdays9:00-4:00 OR call Carol West at 520-709-9743.

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16 October 7 - 20, 2011165th ANNUALNow Accepting ApplicationsforGeneral LaborersEntry Fee: $250Deadline: $100 due by October 7, 20111st - 3rd t-shirts & trophiesOctober 13-15, 2011(Open)Sportsmanship Award, All Touneys & MVPAwards for Outstanding:Catcher, Pitcher, Outfielder & InfielderFor more information or to enter a team call:Ak-Chin Parks & Recreation @ (520) 568-1740 or (520) 568-9527Ak-Chin Indian Community is now accepting applications forreliable General Laborers. Applicants will be placed in our labor pooland be sent on temporary assignments throughout the Community onan as needed basis.Individuals will perform a variety of strenuous unskilled or semiskilledwork to maintain Community buildings, maintain landscapingor aid in event set-up or tear down on an as needed basis.Job Requirements:• Some general grounds or building maintenance workexperience preferred but not required.• Valid drivers license preferred but not required.• Must complete and pass a background check.To be considered for this position, please submit a complete andsigned Ak-Chin Indian Community application (resume is optional),a 39-month driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, acopy of CIB or proof of tribal enrollment to:Ak-Chin Indian CommunityAttention: Human Resources 11-XX42507 W. Peters and Nall Rd.Maricopa, AZ 85138Program Starts: Wednesday, August 3rd thru Wednesday, October 26th.Time: 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. at the Ak-Chin Him Dak Museum ClassroomEmail: resumes@ak-chin.nsn.usWebsite: www.ak-chin.nsn.usFax: 520/568-1051Open to Ak-Chin Community Residentswho would like to participate in makingcrepe paper flowers. All flowers madeare used for All Souls Day.For further information contact the museum at 520.568.1350